Uncanny Book Club - Claremont's X-Men run

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 27 almost completes our journey from the Brood Saga -- but we call it quits before hitting issue 166 so we can lump it in with 167. In this almost-conclusion, we see Carol's big transformation, the X-Men learning the truth, Kitty becoming injured, Storm going through some changes, and lots of drama. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories.Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday.Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 26 dives back into the Brood Saga. We spend some time in the past and see Professor Xavier meeting Magneto and fighting Hydra. Back in the present we see Wolverine on the run in a hostile, alien world as he does what he does best. And finally for issue 163 we see the X-Men reassembled as a team as they try to escape the brood.Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories.Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday.Text us questions, comments, and feedback!Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for our first bonus episode of Uncanny Book Club where we read through Magik #1-4 (Illyana and Storm Limited Series) and explore the origin of everyone's favorite favorite badass Russian mutant and sorcerer. We discuss Illyana’s seven stolen years in Limbo and unpack how Storm, Cat, and Belasco each shape the sorceress she becomes. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories.Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday.Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 25 discusses three issues that Adam describes as "fun" and "filler". First we see the X-Men infiltrate the Pentagon to try and erase the data the government has on them, but they have the misfortune to bump into Rogue and Mystique. In Issue 159 we see the team come face to face with Dracula. And finally issue 160 takes us on a trip to Limbo with the X-Men trying to rescue Peter's sister Illyana from the demon Belasco. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories.Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday.Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 24 has the X-Men chasing after Deathbird to rescue Lilandra and Professor X, a giant fish ship, some political intrigue, betrayal, and Earth in danger of being destroyed!Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories.Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday.Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 23 takes us on a wild ride with Corsair returning to Earth for the X-Men's aid, a political power struggle with the Shi'ar empire, assassination plots, our first intro to the Brood, and much more! Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories.Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday.Text us questions, comments, and feedback!Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 22 features the return of Emma Frost, Shaw, and the Hellfire Club, upgraded sentinels, weird relationships, an even-more-destroyed X-Mansion, and a climactic battle between Storm and Emma. We also take a quick detour to Kitty's Bedtime story to Illyana for issue 153. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories.Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday.Text us questions, comments, and feedback!Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 21 sees the return of Garokk the Petrified Man, who is defeated by his over-focus on his quest for vengeance against Storm. And intangibility. Issue 150 is a double and features the Master of Magnetism himself -- Magneto. The X-Men need to use their heads instead of their powers and we end up getting a major Magneto lore dump.  Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 20 features an ok villain team-up of Dr. Doom and Arcade, a slow-walked Scott and Lee side story, demonic robots, random appearances of Spider Woman, and a ton of soap opera drama! Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 19 is a Christmas episode! Kind of. Kitty has a run in with a legally-distinct-from-a-xenomorph creature, Scott and Lee join Man-Thing in a fight against D'spayre, and The X-Men come face to face with Dr. Doom. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 18 dives into issues 141 and 142 to cover the Days of Future Past arc. We get to witness a dystopian future that is the result of the assassination of Senator Kelly, Professor X, and Moira. Future Kitty's mind goes back in time to her younger body to prevent her timeline, Mystique and the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants v2 makes their appearance, and we get to see plenty of action in both the present and future. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 17 covers issues 139 and 140 of X-Men -- and it feels a lot like a season premiere. Wolverine and Nightcrawler head up to Canada to talk with Alpha Flight and are roped into hunting the Wendigo. Meanwhile, Kitty gets her first of many super hero names and begins taking dance classes with Stevie Hunter. We see Professor X discuss his dream and the potential he sees in Logan. Speaking of which, Wolverine helps save the day in Canada, but Alpha Flight ends up being disbanded. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 16 concludes the story of the Phoenix, which stretches all the way back to X-Men issue 100. The X-Men fight the Shi'ar Imperial Guard in the Blue Area of the Moon, Phoenix once again breaks free, and Jean makes the ultimate sacrifice. We also get a quick summary of everything the X-Men have gone through from issues 1 to now -- and see that Scott Summers is taking time away from the team. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Episode 15 is all Dark Phoenix Saga! We see the X-Men confront Jean/Dark Phoenix, some space travel, some space atrocities, Gary Grey, the power of love, and it's all wrapped up in a way that the movies really, really are unable to capture. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 14 we see the X-Men take a knee at Angel's remote home before charging into the Hellfire Club's birthday bash, the emergence of the Black Queen, a very angry Wolverine, a clash to the death (sorta) in the astral plane, and the reveal of Dark Phoenix!Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 12 we say goodbye to Sean Cassidy and hello to Kitty Pryde, Dazzler, and Emma Frost. Things heat up with the X-Men encountering the Hellfire Club throughout the three issues, ending with a psychic showdown between Phoenix and the White Queen.Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 12 we finish our discussion on the Proteus arc! We see Cyclops motivate the troops, an emotional father son reunion, and a thrilling conclusion as the X-Men confront Proteus and his wacky reality bending powers.  Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 11 we intend to discuss all four issues of the Proteus arc but end up splitting our thoughts into two episodes. But we do see the return of Phoenix, both sides of the X-Men realize the others are alive, and the introduction of Proteus as maybe the X-Men's most deadly foe yet. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 10 we see the X-Men having some downtime after returning home from months on the road (or in the Savage Land and Japan and everywhere else). The entire team ends up getting kidnaped by Arcade and put through Murderworld, but are able to escape in the end. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 9 we see the X-Men assist Sunfire and save Japan from Moses Magnum. Afterward, the team is on their way back to America when a storm forces them to land in Canada, where they must then battle Alpha Flight to keep Wolverine out of the clutches of the Canadian government. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 8 we discuss the X-Men's encounter with Sauron and Ka Zar in the Savage Land, their infiltration of the City of the Sun God, and the battle with Garokk the  Petrified Man. We also get a glimpse of Xavier's past and his run in with Amahl Farouk. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 7 we discuss issues #112 - 114. We see the X-Men battle Magneto inside a volcano base, Magneto gets his ultimate revenge and reduces their capabilities to that of a baby, and the X-Men eventually escape — but accidentally cause the eruption of the volcano. Jean and Beast get split from the rest of the team and both sides presume that the others are dead. Cyclops and the rest of the squad end up in the Savage Land where they're attacked by Sauron.Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 6 we take a break from the action and enjoy a bit of downtime with our favorite mutants in issues #109 - 111. But even on their off days, the X-Men get into plenty of trouble as we see with James Hudson’s attempt to kidnap Wolverine and Warhawk’s infiltration of the X-Mansion. Jean Grey officially rejoins the X-Men and we get a special issue where we follow ex-X-Man (that’s a mouthful) Beast as he explores a circus in search of the team, who have gone missing. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 5 we discuss X-Men #105 - 108, where we see Lilandra arrive to Earth to seek help from Professor Xavier, a fight with ex-herald of Galactus Firelord, and an epic struggle against the Shi’ar Imperial Guard and Emperor D’ken as he attempts to use the M’Kraan crystal’s power. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 4 we discuss X-Men #102 - 104, where we see the X-Men's not-so-restful vacation at Cassidy Keep, Leprechauns for reasons, their fight with Black Tom Cassidy and Juggernaut, and a battle against the Master of Magnetism himself — Magneto!Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 3 we discuss X-Men #99 - 101, which takes the X-Men into space in search of their captured teammates, the downfall of Lang and his sentinels, the death — and rebirth — of Jean Grey as the Phoenix, and the X-Men being ambushed by Black Tom Cassidy and the Juggernaut while on vacation at Cassidy Keep. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for another episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. In episode 2 we discuss X-Men #96 - 98, which starts immediately after Thunderbird’s death. Moire McTaggert joins the story, the X-Men battle a demon, Eric the Red has a mind controlled Havok and Polaris fight the X-Men, and the team is ambushed by sentinels while celebrating Christmas.Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!

Join us for the inaugural episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic book history. Please note — due to some minor audio issues we decided to upload episode 1 and 2 at the same time. If episode 1’s issues are too bothersome, we hope you’ll give a future episode a go.In episode 1 of the show we’ll be covering Giant Size X-Men #1 through X-Men #95. In this episode we discuss the formation of a new team of mutants (Storm, Wolverine, Nightcrawler, Colossus, and Thunderbird), their rescue of the old squad from the island of Krakoa, their mission to stop Count Nefaria, and their first major loss.Uncanny Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Have feedback or questions for the show? Email [email protected] us questions, comments, and feedback!

Listen in Wednesday, April 30 to the first episode of Uncanny Book Club and explore one of the most influential storytelling sagas in comic history. Uncanny Book Club is a biweekly read-along through Chris Claremont’s 16-year long X-Men run, which includes some of the most iconic X-Men stories. Whether you’re revisiting these stories, are reading it for the first time like us, or just want to ride along for the discussion — we hope you’ll join us every other Wednesday. Text us questions, comments, and feedback!