Blake's Comic Book Ramblings

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Episode Forty-Six: Justice League of America
by Blake Petit and Chase Bouzigard
It's time for our intrepid geeks to talk about the premiere superhero team of the DC Universe, the greatest team of all time, the Justice League of America! Blake, Chase, and recurring guest-geek Mike Bellamy delve into their favorite stories featuring every incarnation of the Justice League, they discuss the current comic book, and they shudder at the thought of the in-development Justice League movie. In the picks this week, Blake is all about the Justice Society of America #11, while Chase goes out a limb and talks about All Star Batman and Robin, the Boy Wonder #8. Only a few days left, guys -- send your nominations for the best in comics for the year to showcase@comiXtreme.com! Check out the list of categories in our special announcement.
Episode Forty-Six: Justice League of America
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If you've been reading superhero comics in the last six months, you've probably been reading the Green Lantern: Sinestro Corps War. (If you haven't been reading it, you've made a mistake.) Now that the story of the year has ended, I'm offering my spoiler-filled analysis of the story and the repercussions for our heroes. Click on the link if you dare...

Everything But Imaginary #243: Green is the Color of Awesome

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Two more classic Christmas Comics reviewed this week, friends. Indulge me, a while, as we discuss some yuletide adventures of Little Archie and my favorite Marvelite, the ever-lovin' blue-eyed Thing!

Little Archie Digest #23 (1987) & Marvel Two-In-One #74 (1981)

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Episode Forty-Seven: Disney Comics
by Chase Bouzigard and Blake Petit
It's time for a little family fun as Chase and Blake tackle the intricate world of Disney Comics! From their origins at Dell in the 1940s, up to today's books from Gemstone and Slave Labor Graphics, the guys talk about the history of Disney in comics, some of their favorite stories, what they're doing right, and what they could be doing better -- and their findings just may surprise you. In the picks this week, Chase gives his props to The Walking Dead #44, while Blake has a big belly laugh with... World War Hulk: Aftersmash? We told you guys -- this episode isn't what you'd expect. Send your comments to showcase@comiXtreme.com.
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It’s amazing how fast December has raced by us, isn’t it friends? It’s already December 19, and because of the wonders of Tuesday, this will be the last Everything But Imaginary before Christmas. (And yet there are still so many of you who haven’t voted in the Everything But Imaginary Awards. Tsk, tsk…) But now, friends, with time running out, we’re all busy. Gifts to buy, presents to wrap, cakes to bake, hams to baste, cookies to decorate… God, I love Christmas. Ahem. But every year, we manage to get a few very special comic book extravaganzas featuring our favorite heroes and villains dealing with the holidays in various ways. So today, let’s all take a few minutes to examine some of the Christmas Comics of 2007!

Everything But Imaginary #244: Christmas Comics of 2007

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Episode Forty-Eight: Christmas Comics
by Blake Petit and Chase Bouzigard
Santa Claus is loading up the sleigh, so this weekend Blake and Chase talk about their favorite Christmas comics. The guys talk about yuletide adventures with Superman, the X-Men, Deadman, Uncle Scrooge, Herobear and many more! Then, in the picks, the guys cheer themselves with the Moonstone Holiday Super Spectacular and Ultimates 3. Also, come back next week for the Year End Spectacular and, as always, send us your emails at showcase@comiXtreme.com!
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Episode Forty-Eight: Christmas Comics
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Episode Forty-Nine: The Best of 2007
by Chase Bouzigard and Blake Petit
You sent in your nominations, and Chase, Blake, and Mike Bellamy have taken them, tossed them up, and come up with the best in comics of 2007! Best writer? Best artist? Best storyline? Best publisher? Some of the choices will be obvious, and some will surprise the heck out of you. And instead of a pick of the week, stay tuned for the end of the show for our picks of the year! And don't forget, you can always e-mail us with comments or suggestions at showcase@comiXtreme.com!
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Episode Forty-Nine: The Best of 2007
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Well, friends, here we are again. It’s the beginning of a whole new year, and a whole new slate of comic books will soon begin their rush down the shipping lanes to a comic shop near you. But there’s still time to look back and recognize the greatest comic books of 2007, with this, the fifth annual Everything But Imaginary Awards!

THE 2007 EVERYTHING BUT IMAGINARY AWARDS!

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Episode Fifty: 2007 - The Year in Review
by Blake Petit and Chase Bouzigard[/size]
Green Lantern soared. Spider-Man crashed. Small crossovers rocked. Big ones fizzled. Archie tried a new look. Valiant fought Valiant. Mark Bagley jumped ship. Mike Wieringo passed away. From the best in comics for 2007 to the absolute worst, this week the Showcase crew sits down and takes apart 365 days of comic books, then looks ahead to 2008! Sit back, rev up your MP3 player and listen as Blake and Chase hash out what they hated and hailed what they liked. And don't forget to send your suggestions and e-mails for this episode and upcoming episodes (focusing on John Byrne and the Ultimate universe) to showcase@comiXtreme.com!
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[ATG]

I have Conan the Barbarian issues 1-267

what did you think of the series?

[BlakeMP]

Never read much of it, really. I'm not really a big fan of the Sword and Sorcery subgenre. I'm sure much of it (particularly the Roy Thomas stuff) is very good, it's just not my thing.

[ATG]

Never read much of it, really. I'm not really a big fan of the Sword and Sorcery subgenre. I'm sure much of it (particularly the Roy Thomas stuff) is very good, it's just not my thing.

Yes sir, Roy Thomas and John Buscema, that was the golden era.

[BlakeMP]

There's a lot of talk these days about how the trade paperback is hurting the monthly comic book... but what are trade paperbacks doing to back issue sales? And what can be done to help comic shop owners in need? It's a heady topic in this week's EBI, but for a comic fan, it may be one of the most important things you haven't thought about.

EVERYTHING BUT IMAGINARY #246: THE DEATH OF THE BACK ISSUE

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Episode Fifty-One: Buffy the Vampire Slayer
by Chase Bouzigard and Blake Petit
Recently, Chase and his wife Jenny made a terrifying discovery: Blake never watched Buffy the Vampire Slayer. So, with the help of Blake's girlfriend Erin, the Buffy fans sit him down for a marathon of the best episodes. The gang also talks about the new Buffy Season Eight comic book series, the Angel and Spike comics, and the future of the Buffyverse as a whole! Join the guys and their girls for one of the most fun episodes they've ever recorded! In the picks this week, Chase cheers for The Ressurection of Ra's Al Ghul and Blake gives a thumbs-up to the return of Hero By Night. And don't forget, you can always e-mail us with comments or suggestions at showcase@comiXtreme.com!
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It's the big thing now -- using a comic book series to continue a cancelled TV show. How did it start? What are the benefits? And what other shows deserve this kind of treatment?

Everything But Imaginary #247: Stay Tuned For Scenes From Our Next Exciting Episode...

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Episode Fifty-Two: John Byrne
by Chase Bouzigard and Blake Petit
Continuing our ongoing series about legends of the comic book artform, this week Chase and Blake talk about the universe-changing, highly entertaining and always controversial John Byrne. From his world-shaping work on X-Men, Fantastic Four and Superman to his upcoming work on Star Trek and FX, the guys talk about Byrne's career and pick their favorite John Byrne stories. Then, stick around for the picks, where the guys discuss Jim Shooter and Jamal Igle's relaunch of Legion of Super-Heroes and a great new story arc beginning in Hack/Slash #7! Send us your comments, suggestions, requests for future episodes or thoughts on X-Men: Messiah Complex to showcase@comiXtreme.com! And, if you're looking for old episodes, you can find a handy-dandy list at the brand new 2 in 1 Showcase Archive Page!
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Like it or not, friends, the truth is for decades now, comics have been a boys' club. That's got to change. In the first of a two-part series, I look at what I think we need to consider, adapt and change, so that in the world of comics, it's no longer "women and children last."

EVERYTHING BUT IMAGINARY #248: WOMEN AND CHILDREN LAST?

[Malficeus]

did you ever do Umbrella academy?

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Episode Fifty-Three: The Ultimate Marvel Universe
by Chase Bouzigard and Blake Petit
It's one of the most heated debates in Showcase history, as Chase and Blake pull apart Marvel's Ultimate Universe. The guys each pick their favorite stories and talk about the current state of the line, and they each have pretty strong feelings over this one. In the picks this week, Blake digs Booster Gold #6, while Chase pimps the newest Youngblood #1. Next week, the Showcase team will spotlight X-Men: Messiah Complex, so be sure to send your thoughts and suggestions to Showcase@comixtreme.com!
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[BlakeMP]

did you ever do Umbrella academy?

I've read it -- like it quite a bit -- but I've never reviewed it.

[Malficeus]

did you ever do Umbrella academy?

I've read it -- like it quite a bit -- but I've never reviewed it.

thanks i was thinking about getting it for art (odd reason i like Way's art) but the only way i can get it is to order it so do you think it would be worth it?

[BlakeMP]

Actually, Way is the writer. Someone else is doing the artwork.

As for if it's worth it... well, I like it. But it really depends on your tastes. It's got a sort of "Hellboy," "Perhapanauts" vibe -- a bizarre take on superheroes. If that idea appeals to you, go for it.

[BlakeMP]

Chase and I are getting together to record the next batch of 2 in 1 Showcase episodes Friday afternoon. For Episode 54, we're covering Messiah Complex. Episode 55 will feature Deadpool, Cable and the "X-Force" subcorner of the X-Men. Thoughts on either of these episodes are appreciated.

But for Episode 56, we're considering a sort of all-feedback episode. We'd really like to spend an episode every once in a while going through your questions, your thoughts and our reactions. Kinda like an episode-length "Ask Chase Anything," except focused mostly on comics and other geekstuff.

So what I'd really like you guys to do is to send us your questions -- and I mean ALL of your questions. Questions about the show. Questions about the episodes. Questions about past and future topics. Questions about comics and movies. Questions with words that you think would be funny to hear us try to pronounce. ANYTHING -- we're going for quantity here. We'll pick our favorite questions and cover them all in episode 56.

So please, PLEASE, PM me with your questions, or e-mail them to Showcase@comixtreme.com. We're recording Friday afternoon, so you've got until February 1 at around 4 p.m.(ish) to get your questions in. We love doing this show, and we couldn't do it without your help. Here's your chance to contribute. Thanks, and start sending the questions!

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Last week we talked about comic books for kids, but what about the other neglected demographic? That's right, friends. It's ladies' night at the comic book shop.

EVERYTHING BUT IMAGINARY #249: LADIES NIGHT AT THE COMIC SHOP

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Episode Fifty-Four: X-Men-Messiah Complex
by Chase Bouzigard and Blake Petit
The biggest X-Men crossover in years has reached its conclusion, and so this week, Blake and Chase talk about X-Men: Messiah Complex. The guys break down the crossover, talk about how it affected each of the four titles, and give their thoughts on the future of Uncanny X-Men, X-Men: Legacy, Young X-Men and X-Factor! In the picks this week, Chase loves Nova, while Blake gives love to the criminally underrated Blue Beetle. Come back next week, when the guys will look at the X-Force family of books, and in the meantime, drop them a line at Showcase@comixtreme.com.
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Episode Fifty-Four: X-Men-Messiah Complex
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