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Amazing Spider-Talk: A Spider-Man Podcast
by Dan Gvozden, Mark Ginocchio
Two fans and collectors (Dan Gvozden and Mark Ginocchio) discuss and celebrate the past, present, and future of Spider-Man comic books, films, video games, and toys.
Episodes
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“Heroes Don’t Cry” 25th Anniversary (w/ guest Paul Jenkins)
In this episode, Dan is joined by writer Paul Jenkins for a special discussion of his classic story “Heroes Don’t Cry” from Peter Parker: Spider-Man (vol. 1) #35, which is celebrating its 25th anniversary of publication on September 19th, 2026. The story, featuring artwork by Mark Buckingham and...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #35 / LGY #999 – REVIEW
“Thanks, Mom.” In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #35, which is legacy issue #999. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Ed McGuinness, Mark Farmer, and Marcio Menyz. The interiors feature art by Francesco Manna, colors by David Curiel,...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #34 / LGY #998 – REVIEW
Peter “Pity Party” Parker. In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #34, which is legacy issue #998. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Ed McGuinness and Marcio Menyz. The interiors feature pencils by Ed McGuinness, inks by Mark Farmer and...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #33 / LGY #997 – REVIEW
That’s a lot of zeroes! But you know what’s more? 1000. (Nearly there.) In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #33, which is legacy issue #997. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Ed McGuinness and Marcio Menyz. The interiors feature…
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“Choosing Violence”: Brand New Day
This past week, our co-host Dapper Dan Gvozden was invited on the Friends From Work podcast to discuss his thoughts on “Spider-Man: Brand New Day,” including an interesting exploration of how violence is portrayed across the entire Spider-Man movie series. The Friends From Work podcast is an...
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Spider-Man: Brand New Day – REVIEW
“Just because we lost someone, it doesn’t mean we have to do this alone.” In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Spider-Man: Brand New Day, the latest Spider-Man film from Sony/Columbia Pictures and Marvel Studios, directed by Dustin Daniel Cretton, starring Tom Holland, Zendaya, Sadie Sink, and...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #32 / LGY #996 – REVIEW
The pain sponges were the friends that we made along the way… In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #32, which is legacy issue #996. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Patrick Gleason and Dean White. The interiors feature artwork from...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #31 / LGY #995 – REVIEW
Despite all my rage… In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #31, which is legacy issue #995. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Patrick Gleason and Dean White. The interiors feature artwork from artist Patrick Gleason, colors by Marcio...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #30 / LGY #994 – REVIEW
This week on Maury… In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #30, which is legacy issue #994. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Mark Bagley and Dean White. The interiors feature artwork from guest artist Pete Woods, and, of course,...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #29 / LGY #993 – REVIEW
Who’s got one thumb and is a fun guy? In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #29, which is legacy issue #993. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Mark Bagley and Marte Gracia. The interiors artwork from guest artist Pete Woods, and, of...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #28 / LGY #992 – REVIEW
We’re gonna go back in time! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #28, which is legacy issue #992. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Cory Smith and Marte Gracia. The interiors feature pencils by Cory Smith with Francesco Manna, inks by...
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DEATH SPIRAL Part 9 – REVIEW
Let there be Spider-Carnage! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Part 9 of the new Amazing Spider-Man and Venom event, DEATH SPIRAL, which is otherwise known as Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #27. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Ed McGuinness and Marte Gracia.…
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Remembering Our Amazing Friend, Gerry Conway
Over the past decade, the Amazing Spider-Talk podcast has been fortunate to feature writer Gerry Conway as a guest at least a dozen times. Those conversations bled into the real world, and Gerry became a friend to Dan and Mark. Following news of his passing on April 26th, 2026, Dan and Mark...
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DEATH SPIRAL Parts 7 & 8 – REVIEW
Torment RULES… and follows the rules, like a good little psychopath. In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Parts 7 and 8 of the new Amazing Spider-Man and Venom event, DEATH SPIRAL, which includes Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #26 and Venom #257. Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #26 is legacy #990 and...
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DEATH SPIRAL Parts 5 & 6 – REVIEW
The one where Paul Rabin dies. In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Parts 5 and 6 of the new Amazing Spider-Man and Venom event, DEATH SPIRAL, which includes Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #25 and Venom #256. Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #25, which is legacy #989, is Part 5 of Death Spiral. This…
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DEATH SPIRAL Parts 3 & 4 – REVIEW
If you like characters running around on rooftops, we have great news for you! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Parts 3 and 4 of the new Amazing Spider-Man and Venom event, DEATH SPIRAL, which includes Venom #255 and Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #24. Venom #255 is Part 3 of 9 of Death Spiral....
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Ultimate Spider-Man (vol. 3) #19-24 – REVIEW
“Spider-Man, Spider-Man He’s the Ultimate Spider-Man His family’s safety, he’s ignored A solid 401k is his reward…” In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Ultimate Spider-Man (vol. 3) #19-24. These issues were written by Jonathan Hickman. The covers feature artwork by Marco Checchetto and Matthew...
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DEATH SPIRAL Parts 1 & 2 – REVIEW
The true Torment is the debut of HBO’s latest comedy series, starring Aunt May: “Whoopie and the City!” In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Parts 1 and 2 of the new Amazing Spider-Man and Venom event, DEATH SPIRAL, which includes Amazing Spider-Man/Venom – Death Spiral #1 and Amazing Spider-Man...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #22 / LGY #986 – REVIEW
“I’m baaaaaack!” In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #22, which is legacy issue #986. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Mark Bagley and Marte Gracia. The interiors feature artwork by Nick Bradshaw, Todd Nauck, and Nathan...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #21 / LGY #985 – REVIEW
Awwwwwwkwaaaard… In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #21, which is legacy issue #985. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by John Romita Jr., Scott Hanna, and Marcio Menyz. The interiors feature pencils by John Romita Jr. and Todd...
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Our Amazing Friends: Black Suit Debut Creators (Ron Frenz & Tom DeFalco) Discuss Venom #252
This episode opens with our remembrance of artist Sal Buscema, who passed away on January 24, 2026. Then, enjoy a double-sized episode featuring an interview with Ron Frenz and Tom DeFalco about their history with the Venom character and the recent backup story they did for Venom #252, an...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #20 / LGY #984 – REVIEW
“And I’m here to remind you Of the mess you left when you went away It’s not fair to deny me Of the cross I bear that you gave to me You, you, you oughta know…” In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #20, which is legacy issue #984. This […] The post The Amazing...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #19 / LGY #983 – REVIEW
We’ve got a date with Hellgate at a Stargate! In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #19, which is legacy issue #983. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover and interiors feature artwork by Pepe Larraz, colors by Marte Gracia, with Marcio Menyz, and, of...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #18 / LGY #982 – REVIEW
Let’s drink to Norman Osborn’s mental health! In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #18, which is a legacy issue #982. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover and interiors feature pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Scott Hanna, colors by Marcio Menyz,...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #17 / LGY #981 – REVIEW
Finally, the Spider-Man® and Alien® crossover we’ve been waiting for! In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #17, which is legacy issue #981. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover and interiors feature artwork by Pepe Larraz, colors by Marte Gracia, and,...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #16 / LGY #980 – REVIEW
A character like Plague RX demands that his name be fully articulated as “Plague Prescription.” In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #16, which is legacy issue #980. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover and interiors feature pencils by John Romita…
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #15 / LGY #979 – REVIEW
There’s a glitch in the system! In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #15, which is legacy issue #979. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia. The interiors by guest artist Emilio Laiso, colors by Marcio...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #14 / LGY #978 – REVIEW
It’s official. We are renaming “The Parker Luck” into “The Osborn Luck.” In this review episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #14, which is legacy issue #978. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Patrick Gleason and Marcio Menyz. The interiors...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #13 / LGY #977 – REVIEW
Truth. Justice. And the American Way! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #13, which is legacy issue #977. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia. The interiors feature art by Pepe Larraz, colors by Marte…
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Our Amazing Friends: Joe Kelly (writer of The Amazing Spider-Man)
It took 12.5 years, but we’ve finally done it! Mark and Dan are thrilled to be joined by Joe Kelly, the current writer of The Amazing Spider-Man, whose history across the Spider-Man line of comics spans over two decades, going all the way back to his time writing Webspinners and 2099: World of...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #12 / LGY #976 – REVIEW
“I’m fighting children.” In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #12, which is legacy issue #976. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Ed McGuinness and Marte Gracia. The interiors feature pencils by Ed McGuinness, inks by Cliff Rathburn and...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #11 / LGY #975 – REVIEW
Peter in spaaaaaaace…… In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #11, which is Legacy issue #975. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia. This issue contains two stories. The first story, “Broken Mirror,” features...
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The Graphic Novels (Season 7, Episode 12)
The moral of these stories: Never go on vacation. In this episode, Dan and Mark revisit a series of strange experiments in the Marvel line that arose from the rising popularity of the graphic novel format. Comics were slowly being accepted as literature in the United States, which opened the door...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #10 – REVIEW
Don’t call him the Superior Spider-Man. In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #10. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by John Romita Jr., Scott Hanna, and Marcio Menyz. The interior artwork is by guest artist Michael Dowling, with colors by...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #9 – REVIEW
And now for something completely different… again… In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #9. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by John Romita Jr., Scott Hanna, and Marcio Menyz. The interior artwork is by guest artist Michael Dowling, with...
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The Pre-Image Revolution (Season 7, Episode 11)
The Next Generation of Comics: IMAGE! In this episode, Dan and Mark discuss the events that led to the singlemost impactful shakeup to the modern comics industry since Stan Lee and Jack Kirby’s invention of the Marvel Comics Universe. On the pages of the X-Men and Spider-Man line of comics…
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Ultimate Spider-Man (vol. 3) #13-18 – REVIEW
We all thought we were getting a Peter and MJ series, but it turns out Hickman’s greatest twist was that instead we got a Harry and Gwen series. In this episode, Mark and Dan continue their coverage of Ultimate Spider-Man (vol. 3) by discussing issues #13-18. These issues were written by Jonathan...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #8 – REVIEW
Wax on. Wax off. In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #8. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover and interiors predominantly feature pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Scott Hanna, several pages with pencils and inks from Todd Nauck, colors by Marcio Menyz…
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Deconstructing “Power Prey” w/ Erik Larsen (Season 7, Episode 10)
Some say “three’s a crowd,” but here we say “three’s a Tri-Sentinel!” Join Dan and Mark as they take a page-by-page look at a favorite story from the Erik Larsen era of Amazing Spider-Man. That story is none other than “Power Prey!” but you may know it better as Amazing Spider-Man #329’s battle...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #7 – REVIEW
It’s time to talk about Hellgate, the Spider-Man villain, not the American political scandal where the entire country slowly descended into a hellish inferno from which there was no return. In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #7, which was written by Joe Kelly. The...
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More Marvel Madness! (Season 7, Episode 9)
Phenomenal cosmic powers… but can’t afford his living space! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss the first line-wide events that crossed over into Spider-Man comics, as Marvel began to realize, in the wake of SECRET WARS, just how much attention they could bring to their entire line of…
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #6 – REVIEW
Someone uttering the words “casual dating” is Felicia Hardy’s batsignal. In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #6, which was written by Joe Kelly. The cover and interiors feature pencils by John Romita Jr., inks by Scott Hanna, colors by Marcio Menyz, and, of course,...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #5 – REVIEW
Introducing the Super Freaktastic Four Brothers! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #5. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia. The interior pages feature artwork by Pepe Larraz, colors by Marte Gracia, and…
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The Spectacular Web of Gerry Conway (Season 7, Episode 8)
It’s good to be the King… In this episode, Mark and Dan talk about the return of Gerry Conway to the world of Spider-Man, as he took over writing duties on both Spectacular Spider-Man and Web of Spider-Man, after 13 years away from The Amazing Spider-Man. There, he would introduce new classic...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #4 – REVIEW
All hail the porcelain gods! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #4. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia. The interior pages feature artwork by Pepe Larraz, colors by Marte Gracia, and, of course, letters by...
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VENOM (Season 7, Episode 7)
Based on the Eminem song of the same name. In this episode, Mark and Dan talk about the meteoric impact that Venom made when he first appeared in the pages of Spider-Man comics. And what better way to capture that spirit than going back into the catalog and rereleasing an older episode of the...
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Thank You, Peter David
This weekend, the legendary writer Peter David passed away at the age of 68 after a series of prolonged illness and public health battles. He is best known for his 12-year run of The Incredible Hulk stories, but in the world of Spider-Man he contributed beloved stories for Spectacular Spider-Man,...
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #3 – REVIEW
The itsy-bitsy spider went up the Hudson Bridge. Down came the spider, And passed the f*#% out. In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) ##3. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia. The interior pages feature…
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The Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #2 – REVIEW
Don’t try the magic mushrooms! In this episode, Mark and Dan discuss Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 7) #2. This issue was written by Joe Kelly. The cover features artwork by Pepe Larraz and Marte Gracia. The interior pages feature artwork by Pepe Larraz, colors by Marte Gracia, and, of course, letters…
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The “Greed is Good” Guys (Season 7, Episode 6)
Spidey came to this board meeting to spin webs and kick ass, and he’s all out of web fluid! In this episode, we’ll be looking at all the corporate “BAD GUYS” introduced into the world of Spider-Man during the first half of the Michelinie run, including some notable figures from the adjoining runs...
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