Panel Culture Podcast http://panelculture.podbean.com Welcome to the Panel Culture Podcast! Looking at the newest and most exciting comics, and entertainment Sun, 19 May 2013 19:34:44 +0000 http://podbean.com/?v=3.2 en Arts 1440 comicbooks,entertainment,comics,graphicnovels,popculture,interviews Comics & Entertainment podcasts Welcome to the Panel Culture Podcast's! The only comic book and entertainment podcast in the world (as far as we know). Each week we bring you episodes packed with reviews that highlight the best and brightest new comics and graphic novels, the latest news and buzz from the industry, and light-hearted-yet-passionate discussion about anything and everything pertaining to this wonderful medium. Listen regularly and you’ll catch our special episodes featuring top comics creators who just happened to call in wanting to chat. All out podcasts can also be found online at both http://panelculture.podbean.com. Panel Culture welcomes listener's questions and comments - so check us out on Facebook, Twitter, or email us at panelculture@gmail.com Brought to you by Charles, Owen, and George, Panel Culture is a comics podcast for and by comics lovers. Panel Culture Panel Culture charlesmrussell@gmail.com No Yes http://img.podbean.com/itunes-logo/361724/panel_culture_final_twitter.jpg Panel Culture Podcast http://panelculture.podbean.com 144 144 Panel Culture Episode 105 – Saving the World from Solomon Grundy http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/19/panel-culture-episode-105-%e2%80%93-saving-the-world-from-solomon-grundy/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/19/panel-culture-episode-105-%e2%80%93-saving-the-world-from-solomon-grundy/#comments Sun, 19 May 2013 19:34:44 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks Interviews http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/19/panel-culture-episode-105-%e2%80%93-saving-the-world-from-solomon-grundy/

In this super (heh) sized edition of Panel Culture we’re thrilled to feature a special interview with NPR writer and Superman expert Glen Weldon. Glen shares some of what he learned about the Man of Steel while writing Superman: The Unauthorized Biography, plus the boys disagree about this week’s comics. Strap yourselves in; it’s going to be an exciting episode!

Episode 105 Breakdown: Intro/News: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. trailer / DC cancellations / get drawn into a Grant Morrison comic. Reviews: Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #23 (16:30), Regular Show #1 (20:12), Dream Merchant #1 (25:45). Panel Culture Picks: X-Factor #256 (31:51), Wolverine and the X-Men #29 (38:48), Dream Thief #1 (48:22). Interview: Glen Weldon (59:44).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

Follow Glen Weldon on Twitter: @ghweldon

(Outro song: Superman by R.E.M.)

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/19/panel-culture-episode-105-%e2%80%93-saving-the-world-from-solomon-grundy/feed/ In this super (heh) sized edition of Panel Culture we’re thrilled to feature a special interview with NPR writer and Superman expert Glen .. In this super (heh) sized edition of Panel Culture we’re thrilled to feature a special interview with NPR writer and Superman expert Glen Weldon. Glen shares some of what he learned about the Man of Steel while writing Superman: The Unauthorized Biography, plus the boys disagree about this week’s comics. Strap yourselves in; it’s going to be an exciting episode! Episode 105 Breakdown: Intro/News: Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. trailer / DC cancellations / get drawn into a Grant Morrison comic. Reviews: Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #23 (16:30), Regular Show #1 (20:12), Dream Merchant #1 (25:45). Panel Culture Picks: X-Factor #256 (31:51), Wolverine and the X-Men #29 (38:48), Dream Thief #1 (48:22). Interview: Glen Weldon (59:44). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com! Follow Glen Weldon on Twitter: @ghweldon (Outro song: Superman by R.E.M.) comics, comic podcast, comics podcast, glen weldon, superman, Panel Culture Yes No Panel Culture Episode 104 - Anthropomorphic Animal Nudity http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/14/panel-culture-episode-104-anthropomorphic-animal-nudity/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/14/panel-culture-episode-104-anthropomorphic-animal-nudity/#comments Tue, 14 May 2013 01:08:33 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks entertainment http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/14/panel-culture-episode-104-anthropomorphic-animal-nudity/ It’s the return of the Panel Culture Book Club!  This month we review Volume 1 from the Blacksad series - “Somewhere Within the Shadows”

Episode 104 Breakdown: Intro/News: Ms Marvel & Blade scripts / Marvel’s phase 3? / Doc Savage Movie from Shane Black / The 6th Gun gets passed on by NBC / Matt Kindt to write Bloodshot issue #0.  Reviews: Wolverine #3 (15:30), Adventures of Superman #2 (19:55),  Panel Culture Picks: Thor: God of Thunder #8 (24:15), Walt Disney’s Donald Duck: The Old Castle’s Secret (29:55). Panel Culture Book Club: Blacksad: Somewhere Within the Shadows.    

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The theme to the Panel Culture Book Club is performed by @TheHumanTim. Listen to more of his music at www.thehumantim.com.

(Outro Song: Cat-Like by Screeching Weasel)

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/14/panel-culture-episode-104-anthropomorphic-animal-nudity/feed/ It's the return of the Panel Culture Book Club!  This month we review Volume 1 from the Blacksad series - "Somewhere Within the Shadows" Episode 104 .. It's the return of the Panel Culture Book Club!  This month we review Volume 1 from the Blacksad series - "Somewhere Within the Shadows" Episode 104 Breakdown: Intro/News: Ms Marvel 8 Blade scripts / Marvel's phase 3? / Doc Savage Movie from Shane Black / The 6th Gun gets passed on by NBC / Matt Kindt to write Bloodshot issue #0.  Reviews: Wolverine #3 (15:30), Adventures of Superman #2 (19:55),  Panel Culture Picks: Thor: God of Thunder #8 (24:15), Walt Disney's Donald Duck: The Old Castle's Secret (29:55). Panel Culture Book Club: Blacksad: Somewhere Within the Shadows.     Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com! The theme to the Panel Culture Book Club is performed by @TheHumanTim. Listen to more of his music at www.thehumantim.com. (Outro Song: Cat-Like by Screeching Weasel comics, blacksad, wolverine, adventures of superman, thor, donald duck, marvel, Panel Culture Yes No 00:53:25 Panel Culture Episode 103 - Pour One Out For Comicsalliance http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/05/panel-culture-episode-103-pour-one-out-for-comicsalliance/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/05/panel-culture-episode-103-pour-one-out-for-comicsalliance/#comments Sun, 05 May 2013 21:46:02 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/05/panel-culture-episode-103-pour-one-out-for-comicsalliance/ We’re in mourning today for the loss of Comicsalliance, our favourite comics website. But we don’t let that stop us from reviewing this week’s books.

Episode 103 Breakdown: Intro/News: RIP Comicsalliance / Movie casting and rumours. Reviews: Iron Man #9 (22:07), Indestructible Hulk #7 (26:35), The Movement #1 (29:12). Panel Culture Picks: Ten Grand #1 (35:12), Hawkeye #10 (41:38).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

Outro music: Weapon of Choice by Fatboy Slim.

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/05/05/panel-culture-episode-103-pour-one-out-for-comicsalliance/feed/ We're in mourning today for the loss of Comicsalliance, our favourite comics website. But we don't let that stop us from reviewing this week's books. Episode ... We're in mourning today for the loss of Comicsalliance, our favourite comics website. But we don't let that stop us from reviewing this week's books. Episode 103 Breakdown: Intro/News: RIP Comicsalliance / Movie casting and rumours. Reviews: Iron Man #9 (22:07), Indestructible Hulk #7 (26:35), The Movement #1 (29:12). Panel Culture Picks: Ten Grand #1 (35:12), Hawkeye #10 (41:38). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com! Outro music: Weapon of Choice by Fatboy Slim comics, comic reviews, comics podcast, comicsalliance, Panel Culture Yes No Panel Culture Episode 102 - It’s Too Big For My Brain http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/28/panel-culture-episode-102-its-too-big-for-my-brain/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/28/panel-culture-episode-102-its-too-big-for-my-brain/#comments Sun, 28 Apr 2013 20:32:04 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks entertainment http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/28/panel-culture-episode-102-its-too-big-for-my-brain/ With Owen in Costa Rica enjoying some sun and delicious coffee, we brought Aaron Meyers back!  Weirdly, he insisted on wearing Owen’s shirt…?

Episode 102 Breakdown: Intro/News: Dynamite joins Dark Horse Digital / Uclicks GoComics/ Daredevil rights back at Marvel / Thor Trailer / This Good Robot gets a little inspiration from Matt Kindt.  Reviews: Uncanny X-Men #5 (16:55), Avengers #10 (22:25), New Avengers #5 (29:45), FF #6 (33:20), Jupiter’s Legacy #1 (37:40). Panel Culture Picks: East of West #2 (45:45), Mind Mgmt #10 (53:20), Witch Doctor: Mal Practice #6 (58:40).   

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/28/panel-culture-episode-102-its-too-big-for-my-brain/feed/ With Owen in Costa Rica enjoying some sun and delicious coffee, we brought Aaron Meyers back!  Weirdly, he insisted on wearing Owen's shirt...? Episode 102 Breakdown: .. With Owen in Costa Rica enjoying some sun and delicious coffee, we brought Aaron Meyers back!  Weirdly, he insisted on wearing Owen's shirt...? Episode 102 Breakdown: Intro/News: Dynamite joins Dark Horse Digital / Uclicks GoComics/ Daredevil rights back at Marvel / Thor Trailer / This Good Robot gets a little inspiration from Matt Kindt.  Reviews: Uncanny X-Men #5 (16:55), Avengers #10 (22:25), New Avengers #5 (29:45), FF #6 (33:20), Jupiter's Legacy #1 (37:40). Panel Culture Picks: East of West #2 (45:45), Mind Mgmt #10 (53:20), Witch Doctor: Mal Practice #6 (58:40).    Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, east of west, mind mgmt, witch doctor malpractice, uncanny x-men, ff, Panel Culture Yes No 01:06:00 Panel Culture Episode 101 - The Old Man’s Podcast http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/22/panel-culture-episode-101-the-old-mans-podcast/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/22/panel-culture-episode-101-the-old-mans-podcast/#comments Mon, 22 Apr 2013 01:51:09 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks entertainment http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/22/panel-culture-episode-101-the-old-mans-podcast/ That’s right, it’s now been 101 straight episodes!  Which, for some reason, seems a lot less epic than 100… Anyways, we are back to our regular show routine with reviews, picks, and the news. This week we give our thoughts on some of the Eisner Award nominees.

Episode 101 Breakdown: Intro/News: Eisner Award nominees / Third Man of Steel trailer. Reviews: Miniature Jesus #1 (14:50), Age of Ultron #6 (17:45), Captain America #6 (22:45), Captain Marvel #12 (28:30) Panel Culture Picks: Mara #4 (33:00), Superior Spider-man #8 (37:10), Bandette #4 (44:20).   

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/22/panel-culture-episode-101-the-old-mans-podcast/feed/ That's right, it's now been 101 straight episodes!  Which, for some reason, seems a lot less epic than 100... Anyways, we are back to our .. That's right, it's now been 101 straight episodes!  Which, for some reason, seems a lot less epic than 100... Anyways, we are back to our regular show routine with reviews, picks, and the news. This week we give our thoughts on some of the Eisner Award nominees. Episode 101 Breakdown: Intro/News: Eisner Award nominees / Third Man of Steel trailer. Reviews: Miniature Jesus #1 (14:50), Age of Ultron #6 (17:45), Captain America #6 (22:45), Captain Marvel #12 (28:30) Panel Culture Picks: Mara #4 (33:00), Superior Spider-man #8 (37:10), Bandette #4 (44:20).    Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, mara, superior spider-man, bandette, miniature jesus, age of ultron, Panel Culture Yes No 00:51:00 Panel Culture Episode 100 - It’s Our 100th, Bitches! http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/14/panel-culture-episode-100-its-our-100th-bitches/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/14/panel-culture-episode-100-its-our-100th-bitches/#comments Sun, 14 Apr 2013 19:47:29 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks Interviews http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/14/panel-culture-episode-100-its-our-100th-bitches/ This is it, guys! The big one! Our 100th episode! What can you expect? Oh, just a regular show. We’ll have our reviews and our picks. Hopefully nobody calls and interrupts…

Episode 100 Breakdown: Intro and back patting. Reviews: Batman #19 (10:43), Uncanny Avengers #6 (28:16). Panel Culture Picks: Thor: God of Thunder #7 (41:45), Hawkeye #9 (45:58), Saga #12 (50:35). Rank These Books (56:18).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

Follow our guests on Twitter: @gobukan, @jimzub, @killshakespeare

Huge thanks to all of our listeners. Seriously, we wouldn’t be doing this if it wasn’t for you.

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/14/panel-culture-episode-100-its-our-100th-bitches/feed/ This is it, guys! The big one! Our 100th episode! What can you expect? Oh, just a regular show. We'll have our reviews and our ... This is it, guys! The big one! Our 100th episode! What can you expect? Oh, just a regular show. We'll have our reviews and our picks. Hopefully nobody calls and interrupts... Episode 100 Breakdown: Intro and back patting. Reviews: Batman #19 (10:43), Uncanny Avengers #6 (28:16). Panel Culture Picks: Thor: God of Thunder #7 (41:45), Hawkeye #9 (45:58), Saga #12 (50:35). Rank These Books (56:18). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com! Follow our guests on Twitter: @gobukan, @jimzub, @killshakespeare Huge thanks to all of our listeners. Seriously, we wouldn't be doing this if it wasn't for you comics, comic reviews, comics podcast, j bone, jim zub, kill shakespeare, Panel Culture Yes No Panel Culture Episode 99 - The Great One http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/08/panel-culture-episode-99-the-great-one/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/08/panel-culture-episode-99-the-great-one/#comments Mon, 08 Apr 2013 01:40:57 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks entertainment http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/08/panel-culture-episode-99-the-great-one/ The Dynamic trio is back! Bringing you the goods from the world of comics with some news and reviews.  But that’s not all;  this week marks the return of the Panel Culture book club where we take a look at one of Charles’ favourite OGNs - Matt Kindt’s Revolver.

Episode 99 Breakdown: Intro/News: New Comic Announcements: Avengers A.I. / Superior Carnage / Superior Foes of Spider-man / Astro City / Casa Nova Volume 4 / & The Star Wars. Reviews: Thanos Rising #1 (17:55), All New X-Men #10 (22:50), Superior Spider-man #7 (28:50). Panel Culture Picks: Indestructible Hulk #6 (32:44), Locke & Key Omega #4 (39:50). Panel Culture Book Club: Matt Kindt’s Revolver (45:50).

The theme to the Panel Culture Book Club is performed by @TheHumanTim. Listen to more of his music at www.thehumantim.com.

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/08/panel-culture-episode-99-the-great-one/feed/ The Dynamic trio is back! Bringing you the goods from the world of comics with some news and reviews.  But that's not all;  this week .. The Dynamic trio is back! Bringing you the goods from the world of comics with some news and reviews.  But that's not all;  this week marks the return of the Panel Culture book club where we take a look at one of Charles' favourite OGNs - Matt Kindt's Revolver. Episode 99 Breakdown: Intro/News: New Comic Announcements: Avengers A.I. / Superior Carnage / Superior Foes of Spider-man / Astro City / Casa Nova Volume 4 / 8 The Star Wars. Reviews: Thanos Rising #1 (17:55), All New X-Men #10 (22:50), Superior Spider-man #7 (28:50). Panel Culture Picks: Indestructible Hulk #6 (32:44), Locke 8 Key Omega #4 (39:50). Panel Culture Book Club: Matt Kindt's Revolver (45:50). The theme to the Panel Culture Book Club is performed by @TheHumanTim. Listen to more of his music at www.thehumantim.com. Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, thanos, all new xmen, superior spiderman, hulk, locke and key, revolver, Panel Culture Yes No 1:05:00 Panel Culture Episode 98 - All About Pine http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/01/panel-culture-episode-98-all-about-pine/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/01/panel-culture-episode-98-all-about-pine/#comments Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:05:30 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/01/panel-culture-episode-98-all-about-pine/

The Internet’s foremost wood paneling podcast takes a long overdue look at pine. From our own experiences working with this material to future products we’d like to take on, we explore the strengths and weaknesses of pine paneling.

Episode 98 (real) Breakdown: Intro /News: Marvel Premiere OGNs/The Rocketeer meets The Spirit/Bruce Timm steps down. Reviews: Guardians of the Galaxy #1 (16:26), Uncanny Aveners #5 (20:49). Panel Culture Picks: FF #5 (26:06), East of West #1 (34:47).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/04/01/panel-culture-episode-98-all-about-pine/feed/ The Internet’s foremost wood paneling podcast takes a long overdue look at pine. From our own experiences working with this material to future products we’d .. The Internet’s foremost wood paneling podcast takes a long overdue look at pine. From our own experiences working with this material to future products we’d like to take on, we explore the strengths and weaknesses of pine paneling. Episode 98 (real) Breakdown: Intro /News: Marvel Premiere OGNs/The Rocketeer meets The Spirit/Bruce Timm steps down. Reviews: Guardians of the Galaxy #1 (16:26), Uncanny Aveners #5 (20:49). Panel Culture Picks: FF #5 (26:06), East of West #1 (34:47). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, comic reviews, comics podcast, Panel Culture Yes No Panel Culture Episode 97 - BKV Week, Featuring Andrew Wheeler http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/25/panel-culture-episode-97-bkv-week-featuring-andrew-wheeler/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/25/panel-culture-episode-97-bkv-week-featuring-andrew-wheeler/#comments Mon, 25 Mar 2013 01:18:56 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks Interviews http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/25/panel-culture-episode-97-bkv-week-feat-andrew-wheeler/ The streak of amazing guests hosts continues, with Comics Alliance’s Andrew Wheeler joining us this week. He’s here to talk about his adventure serial Valentin & the Widow, and sticks around to discuss the week’s books. We touch on a couple of Marvel Now titles and praise a rare double-BKV week!

Episode 95 Breakdown: Intro /Andrew Wheeler Interview. News (10:54): Angela and Neil come to Marvel/Batman 66 Returns/Yet more DC departures/Marvel movie rumour. Reviews: The Five Ghosts #1 (26:07), All-New X-Men #9 (31:25), Superior Spider-Man #6 (39:11). Panel Culture Picks: Saga #11 (44:52), The Private Eye #1 (51:47).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

Listen to Valentin & the Widow on iTunes and at valentinandthewidow.tumblr.com

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/25/panel-culture-episode-97-bkv-week-featuring-andrew-wheeler/feed/ The streak of amazing guests hosts continues, with Comics Alliance's Andrew Wheeler joining us this week. He's here to talk about his adventure serial Valentin ... The streak of amazing guests hosts continues, with Comics Alliance's Andrew Wheeler joining us this week. He's here to talk about his adventure serial Valentin 8 the Widow, and sticks around to discuss the week's books. We touch on a couple of Marvel Now titles and praise a rare double-BKV week! Episode 95 Breakdown: Intro /Andrew Wheeler Interview. News (10:54): Angela and Neil come to Marvel/Batman 66 Returns/Yet more DC departures/Marvel movie rumour. Reviews: The Five Ghosts #1 (26:07), All-New X-Men #9 (31:25), Superior Spider-Man #6 (39:11). Panel Culture Picks: Saga #11 (44:52), The Private Eye #1 (51:47). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com! Listen to Valentin 8 the Widow on iTunes and at valentinandthewidow.tumblr.co comics, comic reviews, comics podcast, Panel Culture Yes No Panel Culture Episode 96 - Buddy Cops and Mutton Chops http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/17/panel-culture-episode-96-buddy-cops-and-mutton-chops/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/17/panel-culture-episode-96-buddy-cops-and-mutton-chops/#comments Sun, 17 Mar 2013 18:32:28 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/17/panel-culture-episode-96-buddy-cops-and-mutton-chops/ This episode is incredibly Marvel heavy.  But with so many good comics and a bunch of HUGE digital announcements from SXSW, it was kind of unavoidable.

Episode 96 Breakdown: Intro/News: Marvel crashes ComiXology with free #1’s / Project Gamma / Infinite Comics get some ongoing series / Batman Year Zero by Snyder and Capullo.  Reviews: Rocketeer: Hollywood Horror #2 (24:00), Avengers Arena #6 (28:35), Wolverine #1 (35:00), Avenging Spider-man #18 (39:08). Panel Culture Picks: Buddy Cops #1 (44:40), Uncanny X-Men #3 (50:10), Manhattan Projects #10 (54:15). 

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/17/panel-culture-episode-96-buddy-cops-and-mutton-chops/feed/ This episode is incredibly Marvel heavy.  But with so many good comics and a bunch of HUGE digital announcements from SXSW, it was kind of .. This episode is incredibly Marvel heavy.  But with so many good comics and a bunch of HUGE digital announcements from SXSW, it was kind of unavoidable. Episode 96 Breakdown: Intro/News: Marvel crashes ComiXology with free #1's / Project Gamma / Infinite Comics get some ongoing series / Batman Year Zero by Snyder and Capullo.  Reviews: Rocketeer: Hollywood Horror #2 (24:00), Avengers Arena #6 (28:35), Wolverine #1 (35:00), Avenging Spider-man #18 (39:08). Panel Culture Picks: Buddy Cops #1 (44:40), Uncanny X-Men #3 (50:10), Manhattan Projects #10 (54:15).  Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, rocketeer, wolverine, spider-man, buddy cops, uncanny x-men, Panel Culture Yes No 1:04:00 Panel Culture Episode 95 - Scratching That Itch http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/11/panel-culture-episode-95-scratching-that-itch/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/11/panel-culture-episode-95-scratching-that-itch/#comments Mon, 11 Mar 2013 01:05:57 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/11/panel-culture-episode-95-scratching-that-itch/ The boom is back! After being away last week George rejoins us… with a vengeance. We review a slew of #1s and choose a few familiar picks. Then we take another volume of Fear Agent as we give you another instalment of The Panel Culture Book Club.

Episode 95 Breakdown: Intro /News: Sad news from Fantagraphics/IDW announces X-Files details/Another DC OSC update. Reviews: Age of Ultron #1 (10:00), Sex #1 (16:53), Helheim #1 (24:46), Panel Culture Picks: Avengers #9 (32:23), Bedlam #5 (42:07), Mara #3 (45:22). The Panel Culture Book Club: Fear Agent Volume 3 (49:35).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

The theme to the Panel Culture Book Club is performed by @TheHumanTim. Listen to more of his music at www.thehumantim.com.

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/11/panel-culture-episode-95-scratching-that-itch/feed/ The boom is back! After being away last week George rejoins us... with a vengeance. We review a slew of #1s and choose a few ... The boom is back! After being away last week George rejoins us... with a vengeance. We review a slew of #1s and choose a few familiar picks. Then we take another volume of Fear Agent as we give you another instalment of The Panel Culture Book Club. Episode 95 Breakdown: Intro /News: Sad news from Fantagraphics/IDW announces X-Files details/Another DC OSC update. Reviews: Age of Ultron #1 (10:00), Sex #1 (16:53), Helheim #1 (24:46), Panel Culture Picks: Avengers #9 (32:23), Bedlam #5 (42:07), Mara #3 (45:22). The Panel Culture Book Club: Fear Agent Volume 3 (49:35). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com! The theme to the Panel Culture Book Club is performed by @TheHumanTim. Listen to more of his music at www.thehumantim.com comics, comic reviews, comics podcast, fear agent, Panel Culture Yes No Panel Culture Episode 94 - Do You Believe In Magik? http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/03/panel-culture-episode-94-do-you-believe-in-magik/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/03/panel-culture-episode-94-do-you-believe-in-magik/#comments Sun, 03 Mar 2013 23:10:35 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/03/panel-culture-episode-94-do-you-believe-in-magik/ With George away we brought in a pinch hitter: the esteemed Keith Silva. This of course leads to a huge love-fest as we gush about all the great comics that came out this week. Plenty of #1s, and a perfect comic for each of us.

Episode 94 Breakdown: Intro /News: DC no longer WTF certified/Norman Osborne casting/Sixth Gun Casting/Monkeybrain gets printed. Reviews: Batman Incorporated #8 (16:43), Five Weapons #1 (22:46), Guardians of the Galaxy #0.1 (29:44), Uncanny Skullkickers #1 (37:05), Uncanny X-Men #2 (43:27). Panel Culture Picks: FF #4 (57:25), Punisher War Zone #5 (1:04:34), The Massive #9 (1:13:56).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/03/03/panel-culture-episode-94-do-you-believe-in-magik/feed/ With George away we brought in a pinch hitter: the esteemed Keith Silva. This of course leads to a huge love-fest as we gush about ... With George away we brought in a pinch hitter: the esteemed Keith Silva. This of course leads to a huge love-fest as we gush about all the great comics that came out this week. Plenty of #1s, and a perfect comic for each of us. Episode 94 Breakdown: Intro /News: DC no longer WTF certified/Norman Osborne casting/Sixth Gun Casting/Monkeybrain gets printed. Reviews: Batman Incorporated #8 (16:43), Five Weapons #1 (22:46), Guardians of the Galaxy #0.1 (29:44), Uncanny Skullkickers #1 (37:05), Uncanny X-Men #2 (43:27). Panel Culture Picks: FF #4 (57:25), Punisher War Zone #5 (1:04:34), The Massive #9 (1:13:56). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, comic reviews, comics podcast, Panel Culture Yes No Panel Culture Episode 93 - Such Stuff As Dreams Are Made Of http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/25/panel-culture-episode-93-such-stuff-as-dreams-are-made-of/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/25/panel-culture-episode-93-such-stuff-as-dreams-are-made-of/#comments Mon, 25 Feb 2013 02:42:04 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks entertainment http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/25/panel-culture-episode-93-such-stuff-dreams-are-made-of/ With the release of the latest Kill Shakespeare arc, we were fortunate enough to get one of the creators, Anthony Del Col, to come on the show for an interview!  But if that isn’t enough for you, we also have a whole bunch of other great comics to talk about.

Episode 93 Breakdown: Intro/News: Gender through Comics / Geoff Johns leaves Green Lantern / Batman-Superman announcement.  Interview: Anthony Del Col (16:10). Reviews: Kill Shakespeare: The Tide of Blood #1 (26:20), Hellblazer #300 (33:35), Daredevil #23 (38:30), Mind Mgmt #8 (46:40), Revival #7 (51:00). Panel Culture Picks: Saga #10 (57:40), Locke & Key: Omega #3 (1:04:10). 

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/25/panel-culture-episode-93-such-stuff-as-dreams-are-made-of/feed/ With the release of the latest Kill Shakespeare arc, we were fortunate enough to get one of the creators, Anthony Del Col, to come on ... With the release of the latest Kill Shakespeare arc, we were fortunate enough to get one of the creators, Anthony Del Col, to come on the show for an interview!  But if that isn't enough for you, we also have a whole bunch of other great comics to talk about. Episode 93 Breakdown: Intro/News: Gender through Comics / Geoff Johns leaves Green Lantern / Batman-Superman announcement.  Interview: Anthony Del Col (16:10). Reviews: Kill Shakespeare: The Tide of Blood #1 (26:20), Hellblazer #300 (33:35), Daredevil #23 (38:30), Mind Mgmt #8 (46:40), Revival #7 (51:00). Panel Culture Picks: Saga #10 (57:40), Locke 8 Key: Omega #3 (1:04:10).  Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, kill shakespeare, mind mgmt, revival, hell blazer, saga, locke and key, Panel Culture Yes No 01:13:00 Panel Culture Episode 92 - Sexy Skyping http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/17/panel-culture-episode-92-sexy-skyping/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/17/panel-culture-episode-92-sexy-skyping/#comments Sun, 17 Feb 2013 20:44:43 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/17/panel-culture-episode-92-sexy-skyping/ Is this the Sex Episode Part 3? The boys take some time away from Valentine’s Day to record a podcast, because Panel Culture doesn’t miss weeks! And in honour of the holiday, we take a look at some of our favourite romantic couples in comics.

Episode 92 Breakdown: Intro /News: Why Don Rosa is retiring/DC offers a response/Peter Dinklage for X-Men/DC’s new books. Reviews: Uncanny X-Men #1 (13:53), Powers: Bureau #1 (18:21). Panel Culture Picks: Peter Panzerfaust #9 (21:08), Batman #17 (23:01), Secret Avengers #1 (32:50). Panel Culture chat: couples in comics (39:03).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/17/panel-culture-episode-92-sexy-skyping/feed/ Is this the Sex Episode Part 3? The boys take some time away from Valentine's Day to record a podcast, because Panel Culture doesn't miss ... Is this the Sex Episode Part 3? The boys take some time away from Valentine's Day to record a podcast, because Panel Culture doesn't miss weeks! And in honour of the holiday, we take a look at some of our favourite romantic couples in comics. Episode 92 Breakdown: Intro /News: Why Don Rosa is retiring/DC offers a response/Peter Dinklage for X-Men/DC's new books. Reviews: Uncanny X-Men #1 (13:53), Powers: Bureau #1 (18:21). Panel Culture Picks: Peter Panzerfaust #9 (21:08), Batman #17 (23:01), Secret Avengers #1 (32:50). Panel Culture chat: couples in comics (39:03). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, comic reviews, comics podcast, romantic comics, Panel Culture Yes No Panel Culture Episode 91 - Everyone’s A Chicken http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/11/panel-culture-episode-91-everyones-a-chicken/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/11/panel-culture-episode-91-everyones-a-chicken/#comments Mon, 11 Feb 2013 02:50:48 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks entertainment http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/11/panel-culture-episode-91-everyones-a-chicken/ We honestly don’t hate DC Comics. But with the constant cancellations, and creative shakeups it’s really hard not to get caught up in the negativity..  Mix that with a few sickies and a guy that only read one book… and you get this weeks show:)

But it’s not all doom and gloom, because we all do get to pick our favourite book of the week at the end of the show in the Panel Culture Picks!.. or do we..?

Episode 91 Breakdown: Intro/News: DC Cancellations & shakeups / Adventures of Superman / Disney announces stand alone Star Wars movies / Guardians of the Galaxy casting.  Reviews: Snapshot #1 (20:00), Fearless Defenders #1 (23:00), Winter Soldier #15 (30:15). Advanced Review: Peter Panzerfaust #9 (33:30).  Panel Culture Picks: Green Arrow #17 (39:40), New Avengers #3 (46:15). 

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/11/panel-culture-episode-91-everyones-a-chicken/feed/ We honestly don't hate DC Comics. But with the constant cancellations, and creative shakeups it's really hard not to get caught up in the negativity..  .. We honestly don't hate DC Comics. But with the constant cancellations, and creative shakeups it's really hard not to get caught up in the negativity..  Mix that with a few sickies and a guy that only read one book… and you get this weeks show:) But it's not all doom and gloom, because we all do get to pick our favourite book of the week at the end of the show in the Panel Culture Picks!.. or do we..? Episode 91 Breakdown: Intro/News: DC Cancellations 8 shakeups / Adventures of Superman / Disney announces stand alone Star Wars movies / Guardians of the Galaxy casting.  Reviews: Snapshot #1 (20:00), Fearless Defenders #1 (23:00), Winter Soldier #15 (30:15). Advanced Review: Peter Panzerfaust #9 (33:30).  Panel Culture Picks: Green Arrow #17 (39:40), New Avengers #3 (46:15).  Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, snapshot, fearless defenders, winter soldier, green arrow, new avengers, Panel Culture Yes No 00:57:00 Panel Culture Episode 90 - Badassery, What Defines It? http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/03/panel-culture-episode-90-badassery-what-defines-it/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/03/panel-culture-episode-90-badassery-what-defines-it/#comments Sun, 03 Feb 2013 17:27:39 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/03/panel-culture-episode-90-badassery-what-defines-it/ The Panel Culture Book Club is back! The boys discuss volume 2 of Fear Agent, in addition to sharing their picks this week and scratching their heads over some WTF news from DC.

Episode 90 Breakdown: Intro /News: Mind MGMT optioned/IDW to launch X-Files comic/WTF, DC?/Spider-Men 2. Panel Culture Picks: Mara #2 (12:40), Journey Into Mystery #648 (18:48), Hyrule Historia (20:56). The Panel Culture Book Club: Fear Agent Volume 2 (25:21).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

The theme to the Panel Culture Book Club is performed by @TheHumanTim. Listen to more of his music at www.thehumantim.com.

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/02/03/panel-culture-episode-90-badassery-what-defines-it/feed/ The Panel Culture Book Club is back! The boys discuss volume 2 of Fear Agent, in addition to sharing their picks this week and scratching ... The Panel Culture Book Club is back! The boys discuss volume 2 of Fear Agent, in addition to sharing their picks this week and scratching their heads over some WTF news from DC. Episode 90 Breakdown: Intro /News: Mind MGMT optioned/IDW to launch X-Files comic/WTF, DC?/Spider-Men 2. Panel Culture Picks: Mara #2 (12:40), Journey Into Mystery #648 (18:48), Hyrule Historia (20:56). The Panel Culture Book Club: Fear Agent Volume 2 (25:21). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com! The theme to the Panel Culture Book Club is performed by @TheHumanTim. Listen to more of his music at www.thehumantim.com comics, comic reviews, comics podcast, fear agent, Panel Culture Yes No Panel Culture Episode 89 - Marvel NOW takes a hit http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/27/panel-culture-episode-89-marvel-now-takes-a-hit/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/27/panel-culture-episode-89-marvel-now-takes-a-hit/#comments Sun, 27 Jan 2013 20:41:09 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks entertainment http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/27/panel-culture-episode-89-marvel-now-takes-a-hit/ After a slew of technical difficulties and a lot of cursing, we still managed to put together a show this week.  However we aren’t quite as positive as we normally are.  After weeks of praising Marvel NOW comics, the releases this week take an unexpected turn for the worse.  Lets hope this is just a minor hiccup and not a sign of things to come.

Episode 89 Breakdown: Intro/News: Owen’s Cats / The Sixth Gun TV pilot gets the green light / JJ Abrams signs on to direct Star Wars Episode VII. Reviews: Uncanny Avengers #3 (12:50), Young Avengers #1 (21:45), Stumptown Vol.2 #5 (29:40), Uncanny X-Force #1 (33:40). Panel Culture Picks: Wolverine & the X-Men #24 (39:30), Bedlam #3 (46:00). 

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/27/panel-culture-episode-89-marvel-now-takes-a-hit/feed/ After a slew of technical difficulties and a lot of cursing, we still managed to put together a show this week.  However we aren't quite .. After a slew of technical difficulties and a lot of cursing, we still managed to put together a show this week.  However we aren't quite as positive as we normally are.  After weeks of praising Marvel NOW comics, the releases this week take an unexpected turn for the worse.  Lets hope this is just a minor hiccup and not a sign of things to come. Episode 89 Breakdown: Intro/News: Owen's Cats / The Sixth Gun TV pilot gets the green light / JJ Abrams signs on to direct Star Wars Episode VII. Reviews: Uncanny Avengers #3 (12:50), Young Avengers #1 (21:45), Stumptown Vol.2 #5 (29:40), Uncanny X-Force #1 (33:40). Panel Culture Picks: Wolverine 8 the X-Men #24 (39:30), Bedlam #3 (46:00).  Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, uncanny avengers, young avengers, stumptown, bedlam, wolverine, Panel Culture Yes No 00:56:47 Panel Culture Episode 88 - Hulkamania (not the Marvel one) http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/21/panel-culture-episode-88-hulkamania-not-the-marvel-one/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/21/panel-culture-episode-88-hulkamania-not-the-marvel-one/#comments Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:47:19 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/21/panel-culture-episode-88-hulkamania-not-the-marvel-one/ After many extra-special episodes in a row we’re back to basics. News! Reviews! Picks! All you need is right here.

Episode 88 Breakdown: Intro /News: Doing the DC shuffle/Return of Tank Girl/Marvel teasers revealed/Walking Dead turnover. Reviews: Captain Marvel #9 (15:40), Daredevil #22 (20:30), Batman #16 (25:22), Black Beetle #1 (35:37). Panel Culture Picks: New Avengers #2 (41:03), Saga #9 (48:41).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/21/panel-culture-episode-88-hulkamania-not-the-marvel-one/feed/ After many extra-special episodes in a row we're back to basics. News! Reviews! Picks! All you need is right here. Episode 88 Breakdown: Intro /News: Doing ... After many extra-special episodes in a row we're back to basics. News! Reviews! Picks! All you need is right here. Episode 88 Breakdown: Intro /News: Doing the DC shuffle/Return of Tank Girl/Marvel teasers revealed/Walking Dead turnover. Reviews: Captain Marvel #9 (15:40), Daredevil #22 (20:30), Batman #16 (25:22), Black Beetle #1 (35:37). Panel Culture Picks: New Avengers #2 (41:03), Saga #9 (48:41). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, comic reviews, comics podcast, Panel Culture Yes No 01:00:05 Panel Culture Episode 87 - Book Clubs Aren’t Just For Old Ladies Anymore http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/14/panel-culture-episode-87-book-clubs-arent-just-for-old-ladies-anymore/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/14/panel-culture-episode-87-book-clubs-arent-just-for-old-ladies-anymore/#comments Mon, 14 Jan 2013 02:21:08 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks entertainment http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/14/panel-culture-episode-87-book-clubs-arent-just-for-old-ladies-anymore/ This week is pretty special.  Not only do you get our regular show filled with awesome comics news and reviews, but this episode marks the start of our very own Book Club!

Episode 87 Breakdown: Intro/News: Y the Last Man Movie news / Marvel NOW teasers / Showtime’s Chew stays faithful / Vertigo Anthology / Spider-man 2099. Reviews: Star Wars #1 (18:15), Superior Spider-man #1 (27:00). Panel Culture Picks: Wolverine & the X-Men #23 (35:00), Punisher War Zone #3 (39:30), Infinite Vacation #5 (45:20). PC Book Club: Fear Agent: Re-ignition (issues #1-4)

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

The theme to the Panel Culture Book Club is performed by @TheHumanTim. Listen to more of his music at www.thehumantim.com

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/14/panel-culture-episode-87-book-clubs-arent-just-for-old-ladies-anymore/feed/ This week is pretty special.  Not only do you get our regular show filled with awesome comics news and reviews, but this episode marks the .. This week is pretty special.  Not only do you get our regular show filled with awesome comics news and reviews, but this episode marks the start of our very own Book Club! Episode 87 Breakdown: Intro/News: Y the Last Man Movie news / Marvel NOW teasers / Showtime's Chew stays faithful / Vertigo Anthology / Spider-man 2099. Reviews: Star Wars #1 (18:15), Superior Spider-man #1 (27:00). Panel Culture Picks: Wolverine 8 the X-Men #23 (35:00), Punisher War Zone #3 (39:30), Infinite Vacation #5 (45:20). PC Book Club: Fear Agent: Re-ignition (issues #1-4) Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com! The theme to the Panel Culture Book Club is performed by @TheHumanTim. Listen to more of his music at www.thehumantim.co comics, star wars, spider-man, wolverine, punisher, fear agent, Panel Culture Yes No 1:17:50 Panel Culture Episode 86 - Our 2012 Wrap-up Show http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/06/panel-culture-episode-86-our-2012-wrap-up-show/ http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/06/panel-culture-episode-86-our-2012-wrap-up-show/#comments Sun, 06 Jan 2013 17:27:37 +0000 panelculture Comicbooks http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/06/panel-culture-episode-86-our-2012-wrap-up-show/ It’s a new year! But before we can fully commit to 2013, we need to take a look back to 2012. What were our favourite things of the year? Plus, we (of course) talk about what happened this week… and George is back!

Episode 86 Breakdown: Intro /News: How to help Peter David/Guardians of the Galaxy rumours. Reviews: Great Pacific #3 (09:00), Justice League Dark #15 (14:10), New Avengers #1 (17:27). Panel Culture Picks: Punk Rock Jesus #6 (25:17), Manhattan Projects #8 (34:29). Best of 2012 Awards: Miniseries of the Year (36:37), Book you may have missed (41:10), Artist of the Year: (46:56) Writer of the Year (53:08) Series of the Year (1:00:58).

Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com!

]]> http://panelculture.podbean.com/2013/01/06/panel-culture-episode-86-our-2012-wrap-up-show/feed/ It's a new year! But before we can fully commit to 2013, we need to take a look back to 2012. What were our favourite ... It's a new year! But before we can fully commit to 2013, we need to take a look back to 2012. What were our favourite things of the year? Plus, we (of course) talk about what happened this week... and George is back! Episode 86 Breakdown: Intro /News: How to help Peter David/Guardians of the Galaxy rumours. Reviews: Great Pacific #3 (09:00), Justice League Dark #15 (14:10), New Avengers #1 (17:27). Panel Culture Picks: Punk Rock Jesus #6 (25:17), Manhattan Projects #8 (34:29). Best of 2012 Awards: Miniseries of the Year (36:37), Book you may have missed (41:10), Artist of the Year: (46:56) Writer of the Year (53:08) Series of the Year (1:00:58). Panel Culture welcomes listener’s questions and comments – so check us out on Facebook, Twitter or email us at panelculture@gmail.com comics, comic reviews, comics podcast, best of 2012, best comics of 2012, Panel Culture Yes No