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The next chapter of Dark Nights Metal is here! Batman: Lost explores the nightmare known as the Dark Multiverse. Some great creators on display in this book and we discuss whether this interlude can keep you in the mood. Critics darling Mister Miracle #4 creates an epic rift between John and Dave. Punches thrown, blood spilled and veggie tray destroyed. Tune in and pick a side!

What happens when you review DC's newest breakout title Batman:White Knight? Why British accents and Cocaine disclaimers of course! The Parlipod boys get jazzed up over Sean Murphy's take on the Joker, examine Deathstroke Defiance #25 and come to blows over John Byrne. All in a days work for a couple of dudes who love Comic Books.

John Benedict and guest host Shawn Hegarty have a Halloween Hootenanny while reviewing House of Horror #1 and Hellblazer #15 from DC Comics. Are the scares worth the fare? For the lovers of the bizarre and unusual there is also some praise for Dave who has mysteriously gone missing. Is it possible Shawn has pulled a "Single White Female" and taken Dave's role by mischievous means? Listen in and find out. ​

Join us for a comprehensive chat with industry legend Kelley Jones! The fan favorite artist talks about collaborating and his close relationship with Len Wein, sharing a beer with Bernie Wrightson, the upcoming Swamp Thing Winter Special, what could have been for Swampy at DC, bringing Deadman back to life, his upcoming book Batman: Master of Fear and MUCH MORE! If you love the medium or are a comic book historian this episode is guaranteed to please.

Ep.#68: We go gaga over reviews this week as we debate the merits of Marvel Legacy, ruminate over Ragman #1, get melancholy with Mr. Miracle #3 and salivate over Superman's fate in Dark Nights Metal #3. Not sure what to buy? Give Parlipod a try. We'll give you the lowdown before you throwdown your hard earned green on this weeks reads.

On this episode we interview your favorite pros from the Cincinnati Comic Expo floor! Get the inside scoop on the comic book industry from Mark Kidwell (2:25), Bob Layton (10:52) TY Templeton (18:12) and the Snyder/Capullo Panel (32:00). Not to mention Capullo gives the fans quite the reveal in regards to our favorite swamp monster. If you love the medium, this is not to be missed!

Every comic fan is getting rocked by METAL right now but do the Tie-Ins make for a good backing band? Dave and guest host Shawn crack open a few cold ones and review Suicide Squad #26 "Gotham Resistance Pt.3". Tim Drake is back in a big way thanks to the "Lonely Place of Living" arc starting Detective Comics #965. Not only do we review that book but we travel all the way back to 1989 and revisit the original "Lonely Place of Dying" Batman/New Titans crossover. Can the homage live up to the original or is the nostalgia bar set too high? Tune in and find out!

John Benedict has taken over the show! That's right, to celebrate his 40th Birthday, Johnny B. took the reins and molded Parlipod in his image. First up, remembering the legend that is Len Wein. We discuss his impact on the industry and some of the stories that changed our lives. John then rants about what's wrong with the world prior to a review of the Metal One Shot: Batman the Red Death! Finally, a few pals took the time to call in and roast the B-Day boy.

DC Comics comes correct this week as we review their dynamic duo of issue #2's Dark Nights Metal and Mr. Miracle. The first Metal tie in also hits the racks with Teen Titans #12. Does this Damian Wayne ditty keep the Dark Nights rocking? Tune in to find out. PLUS: John's celebrity crush may land him in the dog house.

Ep.#63 John and Dave find themselves debating the virtues of Kite-Man yet again during our Batman #30 review. Secret Empire #10 also sneaks into our lives as John finds the series finale laughable while Dave defends the series as a whole. We also give you the skinny on Kingsman: The Red Diamond #1 from Image Comics. TUNE IN for your comics fix!

The arena is packed are you ready to rock? Put your hands together for our opening act,Tim Seeley. The fan favorite writer starts a brand new arc in The Hellblazer #13. Is his take on John Constantine pure magic or straight up tragic? We have the review. Headlining the show is just a little thing dominating the world called Dark Nights Metal. We give our thoughts on the event of 2017 and what the future may hold. PLUS: Our All In or No Dice news segment. Raise them lighters, time to party...

Hosts John and Dave rarely see eye to eye on Comics and Episode 61 is no exception! Dave is stoked with the return of Southern Bastards from Image Comics. John? Not so much. He must have Nth Metal on the brain expressing less than kind feelings for the gritty "football murder comic". We also have a Back Issue review of 1998's Cable #51. Hype around the character is at an all time high with Deadpool 2 looming but is this the story newbies need to familiarize themselves with Marvel's mutant from the future? PLUS: Listener questions and All In or No Dice headlines. TUNE IN

Mr.Miracle is back! We've read the highly anticipated first issue and debate if it deserves the hype. We also review Red Hood and the Outlaws #13 PLUS a Twitter Beef causes serious waves at Parlipod Central.

It's Episode 59 and we're feeling fine! Seriously, there's a strong suspicion co-host John has had some "Giddy Juice". Let's just chalk it up to our excitement over this weeks reviews. Out of the gate we give you the headlines during our All In or No Dice Segment, followed by our spoiler free first impressions of the Defenders. Will Marvel's gritty heroes nail the Netflix tradition? Plus in Hot off the Rack we review Nightwing #26 and Superman #28 from DC Comics. Nightwing is poised to please hardcore fans while Supes may be less entertaining than a '78 Dodge Omni owners manual. The Parlipod Squad have some strong opinions to share with our listeners...so TUNE IN to this episode folks!

First up, we dive into some news released at SDCC and while the majority is tantalizing, Dave takes issue with "the Terrifics" announcement from DC. Detective Comics #961 hit the racks on Wednesday and your pals at Parlipod are here to let you know if it's a buy. Finally, John interviews Instagram superstars Funkoverse (Steven Pansoy) and FunkoTree (Kevin Nguyen) about their love of collecting and the Funko community.

Episode #57: We debut our News segment "All-In or No-Dice" where your hosts John and Dave run through all the comic book headlines you need to know about. We also review Batman #27 from DC. The guys debate if this Kite Man interlude is an award winning yarn or if it should be shot behind the barn. Finally, John believes Spider-Man Homecoming has been put on a pedestal. Dave may be the Comics Curmudgeon but couldn't disagree more. What side of the web are you on?

John and Dave put up their dukes over this weeks Dark Days: The Casting from DC Comics. Metal may be the hottest event currently tantalizing fans but the Parlipod hosts disagree with each other over it's direction. Who's side are you on? That's not all, we also take a look at IDW's new horror series Diablo House. Does this throwback tale provide the chills and thrills of it's predecessors? Tune in to find out!

We celebrate Independence Day by talking about 'Murica! How's the best way to enjoy the holiday and what is Dave's beef with Firework stores? Guest Host Shawn discusses JLA #9, does this book deliver or should it be used to light your BBQ? The guys also present some Red, White and Blue Back Issue Reviews. Swamp Thing #44 focuses on the underbelly of America while in Captain America #318 a Roller Skating rapscallion ruins a road trip. Classics or Clunkers? You be the judge. Plus, Dave hops on his soapbox and wonders if Marvel Legacy can liberate classic characters.

Episode #54: Dave is joined by guest host Shawn Hegarty. First up, can anything defeat Shirtless Bear Fighter from Image Comics? This fan favorite has whole lot to love. Dave is stoked Chip Zdarsky has taken the reigns on Spectacular Spider-Man but did the rest of the Marvel U. muck it up? Shawn sells us on the writing style of Ed Brisson while Dave rants about making toast on LSD. Yup, that about sums it up...enjoy!

On this episode we are joined by special guest Tim Seeley. We discuss his love for comics and how he broke into the business. Tim also talks about his runs on Grayson, Nightwing, Revival, his upcoming arc on Hellblazer and more! Oh yeah, we discover he loves Swamp Thing. Can we expect to see a Seeley/Swampy team-up? There may be some spoilers there... Don't miss this chat with one of the most talented creators in the industry.