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2011 Pt. 1: Avengers: The Children's Crusade - Comic Book Herald
Zack shows he is the bravest podcaster working today by releasing this episode unedited… Dave and Charlotte would not agree. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Avengers: The Children’s Crusade #1 to #9 The attempted redemption of Scarlet Witch begins Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2011 pt. […]
Extra Issues - Dykes to Watch Out For (1983) - Comic Book Herald
Charlotte (WATCH OUT!) and Zack (WATCH OUT! (but for different reasons)) begin our two part series on the works of Alison Bechdel. On this episode we cover her long-running comic strip, Dykes to Watch Out For. Comics covered in this episode: – The Essential Dykes to Watch Out For Topics discussed: – How does intersectionality come […]
My Favorite Graphic Novels of May 2025 - Comic Book Herald
Folks are always asking me “how’d you get so strong?” and “with a game like that, why didn’t you go pro?” and mostly, “how/why do you read so many comics?” While part of the answer to all of these is “baby, I woke up like this,” I’ll also admit that putting three wild young boys […]
2011 Variant Cover A: DC and Marvel cross over, Zack has a really compelling dream, and Dave runs the Eisners now - Comic Book Herald
Charlotte and Dave listen to Zack describe his dream for 60 minutes and then we talk comics a little bit Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2011 pt. 3 FF #1 to #11 The new Fantastic Four SHIELD Vol. 2 Secret Warriors #24 to #28 Wheels within Wheels Play along with: Comic Book Herald’s Marvel […]
2011 Pt. 2: Uncanny X-Force, X-23, & Wolverine (Pt. 1 is delayed) - Comic Book Herald
Charlotte and Dave survive Zack’s worst intro yet to talk about some of the best comics we’ve read in a while! P.S. We had an issue with The Children’s Crusade ep, so it’s being bumped down to the end of the year instead. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel […]
2010 pt. 10: The WORST Spider-Man Comics of All Time?! And FrankenCastle (again) - Comic Book Herald
Zack, Charlotte, and Dave enter (across) (into) the View Askewniverse this week to talk about some notorious Spider-Man comics. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Spider-Man: Reign 1 to 4 Notorious 2000s Comics Catch-Up Time! Spider-Man/ Black Cat: The Evil That Men Do 1 to 6 Ghost Rider […]
2010 Variant Cover E: Thunderbolts Review w/ Tiffany Babb - Comic Book Herald
Dave, Zack, Charlotte, and guest star Tiffany Babb decide if Thunderbolts is the return of peak MCU, or just more of the same. Check out Tiffany’s new project, The Comic Courier Issue 2, here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tiffanybabb/the-comics-courier-a-comics-criticism-journal-issue-2 Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 10 Spider-Man: Reign 1 to 4 Notorious 2000s Comics Catch-Up Time! […]
Extra Issues - Lucifer Pt. 2 (2000) - Comic Book Herald
Charlotte (sinner) and Zack (sinner) are joined by Stephen Adkison aka Spike Stonehand (pure) as we wrap up our six part series on Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman and a selection of its spin-off titles. On this episode we cover the second half of Mike Carey’s 75 issue run of Lucifer. Comics covered in this episode (all […]
2010 Pt. 9: Thor: The Mighty Avenger, Bucky on Trial, & Invincible Iron Man - Comic Book Herald
Zack and Charlotte gush over an All-Ages (maybe?) Thor comic and have mixed feelings about some Brubaker and Fraction arcs. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Thor the Mighty Avenger #1 to #6 Can Marvel do All Ages comics? Captain America 611 to 615 Invincible Iron Man Annual […]
My Favorite Graphic Novels of April 2025 - Comic Book Herald
As I’m now in year two of “All I do is read and recommend great comics,” I’ve begun to notice some trends. The first of which is that April, aka the start of Q2, tends to be absolutely LOADED with phenomenal new graphic novels. We’ve had our chance to catch up on the best of […]
2010 Variant Cover D: Dave Interviewed Donny Cates & Chris Claremont! And Daredevil: Born Again Review! - Comic Book Herald
Dave recounts he stalked some of the biggest names in comics last weekend, and Zack gets vulnerable and reveals his past as an Annoying Teen. Charlotte is vibing. Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 9 Thor the Mighty Avenger #1 to #6 Can Marvel do All Ages comics? Captain America 611 to 615 […]
2010 Pt. 8: Daredevil: Shadowland - Comic Book Herald
Dave, Charlotte, and Zack are possessed by the dark spirit of Stand Your Ground laws in this episode covering Daredevil: Shadowland. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Shadowland Reading Order Focus on event and Daredevil Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 9 Thor the Mighty Avenger […]
2010 Pt. 7: Wolverine, Second Coming, & Uncanny X-Force - Comic Book Herald
Dave, Charlotte, and Zack discuss the best ways to watch comic book explainer Youtube videos instead of reading comics we don’t wanna read. It’s just as valid! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): X-Men: Second Coming Reading Order This will make the most sense if you read the […]
2010 Variant Cover C: Marvel Rivals Resurrects the X-Men's Krakoa, Trivia & Jiggle Physics! - Comic Book Herald
Dave, Charlotte and Zack talk about the Krakoan Hellfire Gala coming to Marvel Rivals Season Two, and how it signifies a kind of dark period for Marvel Comics publishing. Then, Zack is OBSESSED with Emma Frost’s thighs, and Charlotte rigs a game of trivia! Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 7 X-Men: Second […]
Extra Issues - Lucifer Pt. 1 (2000) - Comic Book Herald
Charlotte (devil) and Zack (angel) are joined by Dave Buesing (centrist) as we continue our six part series on Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman and a selection of its spin-off titles. On this episode we cover the first half of Mike Carey’s much-lauded 75 issue run of Lucifer. Oh you mean the show about a police consultant […]
My Favorite Graphic Novels of March 2025 - Comic Book Herald
This month, a new Pantheon graphic novel is swinging for the All-Time Greats, and old favorites like Kaya, Ultimate Spider-Man and Chainsaw Man are back among the best! Don’t hesitate to let me know any of your favorites I may have missed via dave@comicbookherald.com! To get these picks sent directly to your mailbox every month, […]
2010 Pt. 6: Hickman's Fantastic Four: Three - Comic Book Herald
Charlotte, Dave, & Zack try to decide which Lord of the Rings character has the most W Rizz… and also some Fantastic Four discussion. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Fantastic Four #575 to #588 Hickman run through “Three” Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 7 […]
2010 Pt. 5: Realm of Kings & Thanos Imperative - Comic Book Herald
Charlotte & Dave wield the ultimate cosmic power (podcasting) this week to discuss Realm of Kings & Thanos Imperative. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Realm of Kings Reading Order Read the Realm of Kings one-shot Guardians of the Galaxy / Thanos Imperative #25 / Reading Order Up […]
2010 Variant Cover B: Daredevil Born Again (Again) TV Series Review! - Comic Book Herald
Guess who’s back? Back again? Willy’s back. Tell a friend. Hear how Dave, Charlotte, and Zack all land on the first 3 eps of the new Daredevil show (it might surprise you!) Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 5 Realm of Kings Reading Order Read the Realm of Kings one-shot Guardians of the […]
2010 Pt. 4: Amazing Spider-Man: Big Time & Dave's Favorite Black Widow Story - Comic Book Herald
On this week’s episode, Charlotte and Zack walk in on their boss (Dave) committing a murder… will they call the cops? Or join in? Find out on this week’s My Marvelous Year! Amazing Spider-Man #618 to #620 / #630 to #633 / #648 to #650 Shed, Spider-Man “Big Time” and the Dan Slott era begins. […]
My Favorite Graphic Novels of February 2025 - Comic Book Herald
The comic bug bites again! I OD’d so hard on Marvel Rivals that I finally shook off my disinterest in reading all the latest and greatest comics! Doesn’t hurt that 2025 is off to a roaring start with must-read graphic novels from the likes of Kieron Gillen, James Tynion IV, Jeff Lemire, Juni Ba… oh […]
2010 Pt. 3: Jonathan Hickman's S.H.I.E.L.D. & Secret Warriors - Comic Book Herald
Dave & Charlotte spend a Zack-less episode SHIELDing themselves for his Glorious Return (also talking about the comics). On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Secret Warriors #11 to #16 If you’re enjoying the series, continue with the remainder after Siege. S.H.I.E.L.D. #1 to #6 Hickman and Dustin Weaver […]
2010 Variant Cover A: Captain America Brave New World Movie Review! - Comic Book Herald
Charleader and Zacktain America discuss a Dave New World! Is the MCU back? Did it ever leave? Where am I?! All these questions and more! Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 3 Secret Warriors #11 to #16 If you’re enjoying the series, continue with the remainder after Siege. S.H.I.E.L.D. #1 to #6 Hickman […]
2010 Pt. 2: Fall of the Hulks aka Hulk Tuah the Polls - Comic Book Herald
Hulkdad and his Failhulks run amok. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Fall of the Hulks Reading Order Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 3 Secret Warriors #11 to #16 If you’re enjoying the series, continue with the remainder after Siege. S.H.I.E.L.D. #1 to #6 Hickman […]
2009 Variant Cover E: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Animated Series & DC Absolute Universe Comics! - Comic Book Herald
BOYS NIGHT! Dave and Zack watched the new Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man on Disney+, read all the DC Absolute Universe comics, and finally solved the horniness for Marvel Rivals Squirrel Girl. Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2010 pt. 1 Thor / Siege #604 to #606 / Reading Order The Marvel era of events that began in Avengers […]
2010 Pt. 1: Thor: Siege - Comic Book Herald
Charlotte & Dave conduct a siege on Zack’s heart… but will they be able to shatter his defenses?? On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Thor / Siege #604 to #606 / Reading Order The Marvel era of events that began in Avengers Disassembled reaches it’s conclusion for the […]
My Favorite Graphic Novels of January 2025 - Comic Book Herald
For those who were wondering, it turns out I read so many comics last year primarily because I wasn’t spending every free hour playing Marvel Rivals or The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (or even reading a *gulp* prose novel, Cloud Atlas!). Video games are simply winning the “Would you rather?” battle right […]
2009 Pt. 9: Immortal Iron Fist's Tournament Arc - Comic Book Herald
Zack rains his furious fists down on Dave’s pitiful defense of Iron Fist… will Charlotte use her superior strength to intervene? Find out this week on My Marvelous Year! Also, everyone’s favorite hot synthetic horse is here! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Immortal Iron Fist 8 to […]
2009 Pt. 8: Brubaker Daredevil, Shuri as Black Panther, & X-Men Legacy - Comic Book Herald
What do our three strapping young heroes say about this grab bag of comics? Find out this week on MY MARVELOUS YEAR! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Daredevil #116 to #119, #500 Series renumbers after issue #119 Black Panther #1 to #6 Shuri X-Men Legacy #219 Professor […]
Is DC Universe Infinite Worth It In 2025? - Comic Book Herald
I’m old enough to remember when DC first launched their streaming app and it came fully stocked with DC Comics, animation, and new live-action shows like Titans (remember that?!). My how times have changed! Since then, DC’s app game fell in line with a tried and true mirror of Marvel Unlimited‘s digital comics streaming, rebranding as DC […]
2009 Variant Cover D: Marvel Rivals, X-Men '97 & Creature Commandos! - Comic Book Herald
This week we go all in on Marvel video games, TV and movies, talking Marvel Rivals, Midnight Sons, X-Men ’97, DC’s Creature Commandos, Charlotte’s MCU rewatch and more! Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2009 pt. 8 Daredevil #116 to #119, #500 Series renumbers after issue #119 Black Panther #1 to #6 Shuri X-Men Legacy […]
2009 Pt. 7: Oops, All Captains! Captain America & Captain Britain - Comic Book Herald
Zack & Dave spending 15 minutes talking about where cream comes from (??!) before getting into this week’s comic… this one is for the sickos. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Captain America / Captain America: Reborn 49-50, 600-601 / #1 to #6 Try to guess what happens […]
My Favorite Graphic Novels of December 2024 - Comic Book Herald
After committing harder to tracking the year’s best comics than any other year of Comic Book Herald, I’m mostly spending this month using any free time on everything but comics before I dive back in headfirst in the New Year. I’ve particularly enjoyed Marvel Rivals (what’s up Jeff the Land Shark’s big moment!) and finally […]
2009 Pt. 6: Elektra, S.W.O.R.D., & Spider-Woman - Comic Book Herald
The beginning of the Great Gillen Debate begins… are these comics pure, uncut epicness or simply awesomesauce? On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Dark Reign: Elektra 1 to 5 I remember liking this? S.W.O.R.D. #1 to #5 One of my favorite Marvel miniseries, and excellent follow-up to Astonishing […]
2009 Variant Cover C: Holiday Best-Of-The-Year Celebration - Comic Book Herald
Come hear Charlotte, Dave, and Zack’s list of their favorite comics, music, video games, movies, and more! We listen and we don’t judge… Up Next: My Marvelous Year — 2009 pt. 6 Dark Reign: Elektra 1 to 5 I remember liking this? S.W.O.R.D. #1 to #5 One of my favorite Marvel miniseries, and excellent […]
2009 Pt. 5: Invincible Iron Man, End of JMS' Thor, and One of the Best Single Issues We've Ever Read - Comic Book Herald
Join us to hear two cool young Gen Z host give an absolute beatdown on old man Dave and his fun-hating, comics-bashing grumpiness! On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel Unlimited): Invincible Iron Man #8-10, #18-19 The Eisner Winning Iron Man Thor / Thor Giant-Size Finale #600 to #603 /#1 […]
Extra Issues - The Sandman Pt. 2 (1989) - Comic Book Herald
Zack (CARDBOARD BOX FORM) and the Charlotte (Terrifying little girl form) continue our six part series on Neil Gaiman's The Sandman and a selection of its spin-off titles. The Sandman is one of the most respected and enduring comics of the 90s, if not of all time, but does it live up to its lofty reputation? Join us as we delve into the land of dreams!Comics covered in this episode:- Seasons of Mist, A Game of You, and Fables and Reflections: Sandman # 21-40, 50 & The Sandman Special #1
2009 Pt. 4: Punisher dresses as Ant-Man & Amazing Spider-Man continues to uh be a comic you can read - Comic Book Herald
Punisher? I barely know her! But seriously folks, these are some good Frank Castle comics. He hides in a slice of pizza and gets eaten by a criminal. Don’t believe me? Well you should have read the comics! Oh and Spider-Man is here. On this episode we cover the following issues (all available via Marvel […]
My Favorite Graphic Novels of November 2024 - Comic Book Herald
I think we can all agree it would be fair and decent of the world to stop releasing so many fantastic comics until I’ve had the chance to finalize my favorites of the year. This month I catch-up on some of the best manga of the year, dive into the Shortbox comics fair, read all of […]