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In this episode, the guys start off discussing some comic books and end the conversation…. two weeks later! Once the reviews are covered, Ryan shares his unique perspective on “Up” and the guys talk about Ryan’s trip to Heroes Con 2009. All this, and of course some obligatory talk about “Batman: Brave and the Bold”. … Continue reading Comics Playground Episode 25: Time Warpin’ → The post Comics Playground Episode 25: Time Warpin’ first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

“Ryan, would you write the show notes?” The post Comics Playground Episode 24: A Burning Question first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

Ryan usually writes the show notes but this time Eric will take a crack at it. Won’t be nearly as clever or pun filled but hey, this episode features Chris Eliopoulos’ first appearance as part time co-host. Chris is a prolific comic book letterer and writer of the Franklin Richards 1-shots and Lockjaw and The … Continue reading Comics Playground Episode 23: Insert Witty Title Here → The post Comics Playground Episode 23: Insert Witty Title Here first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

In this episode, Ryan reveals his thoughts about two new titles from BOOM! Kids: “The Muppet Show” and “The Incredibles”, Eric reveals his love for “Tellos”, they both reveal their feelings about movies like “Monsters Vs. Aliens” going 3-D, Ryan reveals some upcoming Marvel toy news, and the new special guest host reveals… himself! It’s … Continue reading Comics Playground Episode 22 – Revelations! → The post Comics Playground Episode 22 – Revelations! first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The guys cover their fair share of comic books including works by all-ages legends Baltazar, Giarrusso, and Eliopoulos before covering some recent movie releases and show-favorite Batman: Brave and the Bold. This all culminates to some toy talk covering the latest DC and Marvel figure releases. The post Comics Playground Episode 21- Fully Articulated first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The guys are back from their long hiatus with a whole new format for Comics Playground! Topics discussed include Mouse Guard, Batman: Brave and the Bold (the cartoon and the comic), Space Raoul, the upcoming G.I. Joe movie, DC Universe figures, Hulk Vs. and much, much more all ages goodness The post Comics Playground 20 – Grand Re-Opening! first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The guys return from an extended break to discuss many things, including recent reads, recent purchases, and a little get-together known as Mid-Ohio Con. The format is out the window and the conversation floweth over in a very unplugged episode. This is catch up, bring your own mustard. http://www.custommightymuggs.net/ http://www.miserylovessherman.com/ Download Here The post Comics Playground Episode 19 – The Boys Are Back first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

“Big 2”? Ryan’s Independent Reading deals with not-so-big DC characters, Eric’s deals with a new not-so-grown-up DC team, and it all culminates with our mildly-spoilered Required Reading review of “Mini-Marvels: Rock, Paper, Scissors” digest. Oh, and some Muppets are thrown in for taste. Bon appetit! Download Now The post Comics Playground 18 – Mini Marvels (and DC too!) first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The monthly, spoiler-iffic look at the Bone saga continues with Volume 2: The Great Cow Race The post Comics Playground 17 – Book Report: The Great Cow Race first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The guys are back to the usual all-ages formula with a Required Reading review of the much-anticipated, long-awaited “Billy Batson and the Magic of Shazam!” To add to the magic, the guys share their wisdom of Solomon with reviews of two other lesser-known all-ages titles. Eric also has a webcomic to share and Ryan shares … Continue reading Comics Playground 16 – Big, Red & Cheesy → The post Comics Playground 16 – Big, Red & Cheesy first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

In our first ever Book Report, we spend the entire episode covering and reviewing Bone Volume One: Out from Boneville. Once a month, we will also have additional Book Reports to cover all the other volumes of the epic Bone tale. Grab your map- the journey begins here! Warning: This episode contains full spoilers! Download … Continue reading Comics Playground 15 – Book Report: Out from Boneville → The post Comics Playground 15 – Book Report: Out from Boneville first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

In this epic contest of strength and skill, James Harris of the Comic Book Savant and Pop Media Savant podcasts joins us as we talk about June movie releases "Kung Fu Panda", "Incredible Hulk", and "Wall-E". In round two, James shares some Independent Reading and the guys kick it old school with a couple of … Continue reading Comics Playground 14: One Savant, Two Idiots → The post Comics Playground 14: One Savant, Two Idiots first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The guys are back from Charlotte and share their experiences and a couple of Independent Reading reviews of things they picked up along the way. The episode ends on a high note with a nearly-forgotten Wayback Review that includes the harshest review to date! All this and some talk about giving away comics instead of … Continue reading Comics Playground Episode 13: Heroes (Con) Return → The post Comics Playground Episode 13: Heroes (Con) Return first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The guys are geeked about heading to Heroes Con, but still find the time to put together their shortest episode ever! The Wayback Review has got some G.I. Joe and Amelia Rules! Eric has some Independent Reading and both guys have some… DEPENDENT Reading??!? Heroes Con or bust! Download Here The post Comics Playground Episode 12 – Short and Sweet first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The trilogy concludes with this, the final chapter in the three part Comics Playground Crossover. This time, not just Eric, but Ryan as well, joins us for a discussion of…well, just about everything from inward talking to constipated country versions of Bruce Springsteen, extremely inappropriate sexual gummy bears, to back alley exclusive Doritos flavors. Not … Continue reading Geek Brunch 49: Myers, Holland, Martin and King Sing The Classics → The post Geek Brunch 49: Myers, Holland, Martin and King Sing The Classics first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

For this episode, the guys keep it all in the (Comic Book Noise) family! Heath Holland and Mike Myers from Geek Brunch join in with some Wayback Reviews before the guys discuss some movies released in the month of May. "Iron Man"..."Speed Racer"... "Prince Caspian"... "Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull"... we got them all! So please silence your phone, refrain from talking, and enjoy our feature presentation! Links:http://komicskast.libs yn.com/http://www.comicb ooknoise.com/league/http:/ /geekbrunchpodcast.com/ The post Comics Playground Episode 11 – Brunch Brothers first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

This episode features a review of the "Gnome" OGN and a conversation with creator Dave Dwonch. Also, Ryan discusses his experience at the "Jeff Smith: Bone and Beyond" exhibit and we have a couple of Independent Reading reviews. If nothing else, listen just to hear Dave Dwonch on his best behavior. It may be a … Continue reading Comics Playground 10: Gnome Sweet Gnome → The post Comics Playground 10: Gnome Sweet Gnome first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

Hop in your time sphere, buckle yourself into the Bug, and warm up your “BWAH-HA-HA”! After a rundown of Free Comic Book Day and Pittsburgh Comicon, we spotlight our favorite duo in comics: Blue Beetle and Booster Gold! Our enthusiasm gets the best of us as we get carried away with spoilers on just about … Continue reading Comics Playground 9 – The (Blue and) Gold Standard in Spoilers → The post Comics Playground 9 – The (Blue and) Gold Standard in Spoilers first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The guys double up on the Required Reading for this episode, reviewing both Goblin Chronicles #1 and Wolverine: First Class #1. Also, our first contest is officially announced! Plus, it’s a good episode for some Independent Reading. All this plus some news for the low, low cost of free! Goblin Chronicles #1 spoiler time stamp: … Continue reading Comics Playground 8: Gremlins, Goblins and Mutants! Oh my! → The post Comics Playground 8: Gremlins, Goblins and Mutants! Oh my! first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

For the latest episode, the guys journey past White Picket Fences and through a Labyrinth before arriving at the Electric Company to visit Doctor Who. On the way, they discuss news and cartoons… until one goes to play with Barbies. Doctor Who #1 spoiler time stamp: 48:31 – 1:01:26 Download Here Links: Newsarama: http://www.newsarama.com White … Continue reading Comics Playground Episode 7: Straight Outta Gallifrey → The post Comics Playground Episode 7: Straight Outta Gallifrey first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The title pretty much says it all for our episode this week. We also have some news to share and our first ever kid review- from Eric’s daughter! Required Reading spoiler time stamp for Tiny Titans #1: 31:02 – 46:56 Get it here Links: http://www.newsarama.com http://www.kunkelshazam.blogspot.com http://www.wexarts.org/ex/?eventid=2371 – Info about Jeff Smith exhibit http://www.freelunchcomics.com The post Comics Playground Episode 6: Horton Hears a New Frontier of Tiny Titans first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The guys are back in the driver’s seat with more Playground fun! Out of the gate, we discuss the new Spidey cartoon, have a Hulk review (but not from who you expect!) and talk about a fear of… chalk? Around the first turn, there’s some Independent Reading reviews and down the stretch we speed into … Continue reading Comics Playground 5- The Need for Speed → The post Comics Playground 5- The Need for Speed first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

Leave on your pajamas, grab some cereal, and join the Comics Playground guys, along with friend and guest Keith Cunningham, for an in-depth look at cartoons. In this trip down memory lane, Gargamel’s motivations and Voltron’s use of weaponry are questioned. Many a cartoon theme is sung and many cartoon characters are imitated…poorly. Lots of … Continue reading Comics Playground 4: Name That Toon! → The post Comics Playground 4: Name That Toon! first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

In this episode we break from the usual format and go review-free in order to present a special interview with upcoming Marvel Adventures Hulk penciller Steve Scott! We talk about his previous work, comics and kids today, and have our own mini Hulk love-fest. Also, we offer some news regarding future episodes, Eric channels SNL, … Continue reading Comics Playground 3: Great Scott! → The post Comics Playground 3: Great Scott! first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

In this episode, the guys climb the tangled web of Spider-Man’s “Brand New Day”, along with a couple of their Amazing Friends who also share their reviews. Need more reason to listen? Decapitated mice! Little girls with OCD! A case of worms! And our lowest review… ever! Face it, Tiger- you just hit the jackpot! … Continue reading Comics Playground 2: Wacky Wall-Crawlers → The post Comics Playground 2: Wacky Wall-Crawlers first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

EPISODE 1: We are Legion. “We take oath that this super-power that we are now using will be used only for the good of all peoples of Earth and the Universe!” In our not-so inaugural episode, we take a spoiler-filled look at our first official Required Reading: Legion of Super-Heroes #37! Before our journey to … Continue reading Comics Playground 1: We Are Legion! → The post Comics Playground 1: We Are Legion! first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

The turkey is all gone now and the Mid Ohio Con is too. Luckily, we were there to give you a full rundown of the experience, as well as our crazed comic book shopping spree. Black Friday’s got nothing on us! Also, take a break from all of those Christmas carols to listen to our … Continue reading Comics Playground 1/2: The Con → The post Comics Playground 1/2: The Con first appeared on Comic Book Noise.

Hosts Ryan King and Eric Martin present this preview episode of the first all ages comic book podcast (as far as we know anyways). In this episode we introduce ourselves, talk about the mission of the show, and discuss the show’s content and format. We also make a few announcements about our upcoming full episodes. … Continue reading Comics Playground 0: The Introduction → The post Comics Playground 0: The Introduction first appeared on Comic Book Noise.