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Comic Timing – Episode 160: Ethnicity and Race In Comics

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The spiritual sequel to our Religion in Comics episode is finally here! Brent and Ian are joined by Brandon Christopher (for technically the third episode in a row if you count 159 Part A and B as two separate episodes) and Julian Lytle to discuss ethnicity and race in comics. How have comics evolved in their portrayal of people of color over the years? What still needs to be done to improve things further? How about creators of color getting their foot in the door of a predominantly white industry? Who are some of our favorite ethnically diverse creators? Is it a good idea to take originally white characters and reintroduce them as black, Asian, or otherwise, or is legacy the way to go? We go into all of this and more here. Listen in, and enjoy. This one is an instant favorite of the crew.

As always – we are sponsored by DCBS! That’s right! Discount Comic Book Service! All comics from major publishers like Marvel, DC, Image and Dark Horse are 40% off or more. And hardcovers and trade paperbacks from Marvel and DC are at least 50% off! Plus, be sure to check out their Comixology digital storefront for even further savings! And be sure to check out Julian’s film reviews at Punch Drunk Critics, and check out FilmGamesEtc for Brent and Jim’s reviews!

You can e-mail the show at comictiming@gmail.com and be sure to Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming. Thanks, and we’ll catch you next time!

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Comic Timing – Episode 159 Part 2: Snowpiercer, Marvel DCU and You

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The key art for this episode will only make sense to those of you who listen to the episode all the way through the credits, just so ya know. The show starts off with Ian solo talking Snowpiercer, both the movie and the comic, and Captain America, and then transitions into Ian, Brent, Brandon and Raph discussing some Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. casting news, further thoughts on The Flash pilot, and then there is a lengthy discussion on digital comics and Marvel’s Digital Comics Unlimited platform and how ti might effect numbers on titles that are available in the marketplace. Check it all out!

As always – we are sponsored by DCBS! That’s right! Discount Comic Book Service! All comics from major publishers like Marvel, DC, Image and Dark Horse are 40% off or more. And hardcovers and trade paperbacks from Marvel and DC are at least 50% off! Plus, be sure to check out their Comixology digital storefront for even further savings!

You can e-mail the show at comictiming@gmail.com and be sure to Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming. Thanks, and we’ll catch you next time!

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Comic Timing – Episode 159 Part 1: Guardians of the Galaxy Review

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Time to get high on a feeling with us! Brent and Ian are joined by Brandon Christopher and Raph Soohoo (for the last few minutes) as we review Guardians of the Galaxy! We go over what worked, what didn’t, what almost worked, what blew our minds, and what might be coming soon for the sequel. Part 2 will be out next week, and features conversation on Marvel and DC TV shows, Marvel Digital Comics Unlimited, Comixology and more.

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As always – we are sponsored by DCBS! That’s right! Discount Comic Book Service! All comics from major publishers like Marvel, DC, Image and Dark Horse are 40% off or more. And hardcovers and trade paperbacks from Marvel and DC are at least 50% off! Plus, be sure to check out their Comixology digital storefront for even further savings!

You can e-mail the show at comictiming@gmail.com and be sure to Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming. Thanks, and we’ll catch you next time!

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Comic Timing – Episode 153

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It’s time for some spoilerific thoughts and opinions on Captain America: the Winter Soldier and the last two episodes (and the season so far) of Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Brent and Ian are joined by Rick Gordon of The Pop Cult Online Power Hour and Brandon Christopher as we dissect the movie as a whole, discuss what we liked ad the few things that could have been better, character building moments, what should happen in future movies and more. Plus, some Arrow, King of the Nerds, some stuff on Marvel’s Netflix series and more via conversation meandering. And stay tuned til the end, as both Brandon and I have comments on recent geek controversies including Janette Asselin’s comments on the Teen Titans #1 cover and the not so positive response by the dregs of society, the removal of women’s bathrooms at PAX East, and the overuse and subsequent loss of meaning of words like “fridging” and “problematic”. Thumbs up, soldier!

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As always – we are sponsored by DCBS! That’s right! Discount Comic Book Service! All comics from major publishers like Marvel, DC, Image and Dark Horse are 40% off or more. And hardcovers and trade paperbacks from Marvel and DC are at least 50% off! Plus, be sure to check out their Comixology digital storefront for even further savings!

You can e-mail the show at comictiming@gmail.com and be sure to Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming. Thanks, and we’ll catch you next time!

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Comic Timing – Episode 151: Part 2

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Part Two of our 2013 in Review podcast is now out! Brandon Christopher, Michael Yanni of Comic Book Laundry and the We Read Comics blog, Brent and Ian go through the back half of questions here, including the best and worst DC books, writer of the year, the character that made 2013 their year, comic book film of the year, and more. Listen in! And have a happy and a healthy 2014, everyone. I’ll raise a glass to that.

As always – we are sponsored by DCBS! That’s right! Discount Comic Book Service! All comics from major publishers like Marvel, DC, Image and Dark Horse are 40% off or more. And hardcovers and trade paperbacks from Marvel and DC are at least 50% off! Plus, be sure to check out their Comixology digital storefront for even further savings!

You can e-mail the show at comictiming@gmail.com and be sure to Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming. Thanks, and we’ll catch you next time!

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Comic Timing – Episode 151: Part 1

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Now that 2013 has come and gone, it’s time to dissect it into tiny pieces! Brandon Christopher, along with Michael Yanni and Chad Burdette of Comic Book Laundry and the We Read Comics blog join Brent and Ian as they give their best and worst of 2013. The first 10 questions are answered here, while the back half will be available in Part Two. Hooray for a three hour recording session on Ian’s birthday split into two parts for your (and their) convenience!

As always – we are sponsored by DCBS! That’s right! Discount Comic Book Service! All comics from major publishers like Marvel, DC, Image and Dark Horse are 40% off or more. And hardcovers and trade paperbacks from Marvel and DC are at least 50% off! Plus, be sure to check out their Comixology digital storefront for even further savings!

You can e-mail the show at comictiming@gmail.com and be sure to Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming. Thanks, and we’ll catch you next time!

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Comic Timing – Episode 146

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Episode 146 is now out! Gaze into the minds of Ian, Brent and Brandon Christopher as they discuss everything from Ian’s decision to drop all DC books, Superior Spider-Man, X-Men: Battle of the Atom, Young Avengers, Young Justice and Beware The Batman!, Affleck as Batman, the Justice League: Flashpoint Paradox movie, The Wolverine, Kick-Ass 2 and more! And listen during the credits for Brent and Brandon’s latest travel horror stories.

As always – we are sponsored by DCBS! That’s right! Discount Comic Book Service! For those of you who have not used DCBS before you can save an additional 8% off your first order via the promo code: CT8. Plus, be sure to check out DCBS‘ new Comixology digital store!

Plus, be sure to check out Comic Timing in the Podcast Arena at this year’s New York Comic Con! Ian looks forward to meeting you, and we thank New York Comic Con for their sponsorship of the podcast.

You can e-mail the show at comictiming@gmail.com and be sure to Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you next time!

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Comic Timing – Episode 144: Man of Steel Movie Review

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Its here! The anticipated Man of Steel movie review!  SPOILER-FILLED! Ian, Brandon and Molly Danger creator Jamal Igle rip this movie to shreds!  Brent tries to defend it but fails to the loudness of the masses. If you liked this movie, you might not like this podcast. If you DIDN’T like the movie, you’ll LOVE this podcast!  If you want to read a positive review, after listening to this, or just want Brent’s thoughts, read his written review on his blog linked below.

Brent’s written review

Mark Waid’s Tirade

Zack Snyder and Goyer on Nolan disapproving of the Ending

Jamal’s Justice League Pitch

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As always – we are sponsored by DCBS! That’s right! Discount Comic Book Service! For those of you who have not used DCBS before you can save an additional 8% off your first order via the promo code: CT8. Plus, be sure to check out DCBS‘ new Comixology digital store!

You can e-mail the show at comictiming@gmail.com and be sure to Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you next time!

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Comic Timing – Episode 140: The Lost Super Show Tapes

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For your listening pleasure, Ian has dug up all the interviews from the 2011 Comic Geek Speak Super Show! These things have been sitting on a hard drive for long enough, and now the voices within will be heard by all, with only a month to go until the next Super Show! Where there will be more interviews! And a caveman! Okay, no caveman. Here is a list of all who appear, in order of appearance:

  • Julian Lytle, Ants and the Ignorant Bliss Podcast
  • Shawn Pryor, Action Lab Entertainment and L.O.I. Studios
  • Harold Jennett, Our Adventure Continues and the Comic Book Laundry podcast
  • Dean Stahl, Headlocks and Headaches
  • Keith W. Cunningham, L.O.I. Studios
  • Zack Kruse, Mystery Solved! and The Quad Podcast
  • Bruce Rosenberger and Steve Hager, Dutchy Digest and the Komicskast and On The Fly Podcasts
  • Dave Williams, Waiting for the Trade Podcast and blog
  • Brandon Christopher, Geekcetera and TheDabbaDon on Twitter
  • John Williams (aka Super Ugly), Monsters Are Just Like Us, The Geek Savants and Unified School District
  • Dave Dwonch, Action Lab Entertainment, including Double Jumpers, NFL: Rush Zone, Ghost Town and Space Time Condominium
  • Shawn and Stephanie Gabborin, Angry Gnome Comics
  • Comfort Love and Adam Withers, Rainbow in the Dark and The Uniques
  • Kevin Vinson, Comic Book Classroom
  • Bruce MacIntosh, Denver Comic Con
  • Katie Cook, Gronk and the My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic Comic
  • J.K. Woodward, Star Trek Trek: TNG/Doctor Who Assimilation 2 and JK’s Happy Hour
  • Darrell Taylor, The Taylor Network

    • As always – we are sponsored by DCBS! That’s right! Discount Comic Book Service! For those of you who have not used DCBS before you can save an additional 8% off your first order via the promo code: CT8. Plus, be sure to check out DCBS‘ new Comixology digital store! And be sure to check out this year’s Super Show, which is taking place April 6-7th at the Greater Reading Expo Center.

    You can e-mail the show at comictiming@gmail.com and be sure to Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming. Thanks for listening and we’ll catch you next time!

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    Comic Timing – Episode 129: The Best And Worst of 2011

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    Now that 2011 has come and gone, it’s time for Comic Timing’s annual best and worst of 2011 episode! Ian and Brent are joined by Brandon Christopher (TheDabbaDon) and Chad Burdette (caburdet78) as we ramble off everything that 2011 did for us as readers of comics and watchers of comic movies. We also ramble and meander, as always when it’s this particular grouping of individuals on a call. The questions asked to all participants on the call were as follows:

    1) If you would have told me in 2010 I’d be reading ________ in 2011, I would have called you a liar.
    2) My life is better since I dropped ___________.
    3) Of all the NuDCU titles, _________ blew me away. It’s a shame ________ couldn’t have been this good.
    4) Thank you 2011 for giving me _______. Best new title around, period.
    5) When they canceled __________, I was incredibly annoyed. When they canceled ___________, I danced for joy.
    6) The team of __________ and __________ were the writer/artist team of 2011 bar none.
    7) __________ was a miniseries/maxiseries that told a complete story even though it only had a few issues to do it with.
    8 ) Some of the prettiest pages of 2011 came from ____________’s pencils.
    9) The cover to _____________ got me to buy the book.
    10) The collected edition for ___________ was completely worth the price.
    11) I had such high hopes for _________ until I actually sat down and read it.
    12) Best writer of 2011? Had to be ________.
    13) Although there weren’t many crossovers or events in 2011, ___________ was the hit of the year.
    14) If I had to choose a publisher of the year, the honor goes to ____________.
    15) When I read the news about ___________, 2011 changed for me.
    16) Man, _________ was a story arc that completely delivered on its promises.
    17) Out of all the creators out there, you could say that ___________ had the best year.
    18) _____________ was the character of 2012. Who knew?
    19) Going into 2012, I am looking forward to _____________ the most out of Marvel.
    20) DC’s ________ has me juiced for 2012!

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