An extra sexy episode for Valentine's that includes the critically-acclaimed Sex Criminals and the BDSM-focused Sunstone. Also discussed: Netflix Iron Fist and our theory on what tragic event will unite The Defenders. Plus news on Marvel's Secret Empire summer event and updates,  speculation and recommended reading on Avengers: Infinity War, as well as a raft of comic reviews.00:00 - Intro03:41 - Netflix Iron Fist and The Defenders09:40 - Secret Empire12:23 - Avengers: Infinity War20:42 - Secret Transmission podcast promo21:29 - Sunstone29:30 - Sex Criminals37:00 - BAM Reader Poll results39:18 - Legion49:29 - Bane's Colouring CornerCOMIC REVIEWS50:58 - Aquaman Rebirth55:18 - Batman Rebirth58:45 - I Thought You Hated Me01:03:08 - Fissure01:06:47 - Reborn01:09:23 - Occupy Avengers01:11:15 - Curse Words01:13:15 - LEGO Batman mini-figs unboxing (bagging?)01:15:26 - Outro

An extra sexy episode for Valentine's that includes the critically-acclaimed Sex Criminals and the BDSM-focused Sunstone. Also discussed: Netflix Iron Fist and our theory on what tragic event will unite The Defenders. Plus news on Marvel's Secret Empire summer event and updates, speculation and recommended reading on Avengers: Infinity War, as well as a raft of comic reviews. 00:00 - Intro 03:41 - Netflix Iron Fist and The Defenders 09:40 - Secret Empire 12:23 - Avengers: Infinity War 20:42 - Secret Transmission podcast promo 21:29 - Sunstone 29:30 - Sex Criminals 37:00 - BAM Reader Poll results 39:18 - Legion 49:29 - Bane's Colouring Corner COMIC REVIEWS 50:58 - Aquaman Rebirth 55:18 - Batman Rebirth 58:45 - I Thought You Hated Me 01:03:08 - Fissure 01:06:47 - Reborn 01:09:23 - Occupy Avengers 01:11:15 - Curse Words 01:13:15 - LEGO Batman mini-figs unboxing (bagging?) 01:15:26 - Outro

23. Sex Criminals, Legion, Avengers: Infinity War, Iron Fist

Kicking off with the correct tea making etiquette, Neil, Carly and Stu then review the first issue of "plus size superheroine" Faith. The gang finally get round to watching the recent (less than) Fantastic Four movie... and live to tell the tale. Plus the results of the first BAM Bargain Hunt are revealed - Carly and Stu each had a £10 limit to spend at London Super Comic Con. Who will Neil judge has the best haul?

6. Faith review, London Super Comic Con, Fantastic Four movie (2015) review

Carly, Stu and special guest Mark review the Doctor Strange movie and our 4DX cinema experience. Plus: 5 essential Doctor Strange reads and Stranger Things - Doctor Strange's strangest moments. Along the way we also somehow end up talking about Viz magazine and Condorman. Like, review and subscribe!

18. Doctor Strange | movie review, essential reads and Strange's strangest moments

Make Vampires Great Again! Scott Snyder and Rafael Albuquerque (and some wannabe called Stephen King) gave vampire fiction a kick up the backside with American Vampire. Your hosts Neil, Lucy and Stu discuss the first volume as well as let slip guilty vampire secrets from their pasts. Like, review and subscribe to the podcast, and follow the team on @bamcomicscast @neilgortz @lucyjamesgames and @stoonami

American Vampire - Read This Comic (Before You Die)

Welcome comrades to a Soviet Super Special edition of Read This Comic (Before You Die). Neil, Lucy and Stu discuss Mark Millar's influential take on the Man of Steel, in a 'what if?' tale where the last son of Krypton crash-landed in Soviet Russia instead of Kansas. Like, review and subscribe to the podcast, and follow the team on @bamcomicscast @neilgortz @lucyjamesgames and @stoonami

Superman: Red Son - Read This Comic (Before You Die)

Neil, Stu and Carly are joined by Lucy James. In a packed show, the gang discuss Thor Ragnarok, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, and the X-Men Gold's controversy. Reviewed: X-Men Blue, Weapon X, Freeway Fighter, Spencer &amp; Locke, America, Rat Queens and Darth Maul. There's a retrospective on Walt Simonson's influential run on Thor, and a superhero origins quiz pitching Neil against special guest Lucy.00:00 - Intro07:57 - Thor Ragnarok14:36 - Star Wars: The Last Jedi16:10 - Captain Phasma17:55 - X-Men Gold, X-Men Blue, Weapon X26:06 - Spencer &amp; Locke29:09 - Freeway Fighter37:20 - America42:11 - Rat Queens44:39 - Darth Maul50:50 - Walt Simonson's Thor56:42 - What's My Origin?1:02:01 - OutroMusic Credits Led Zeppelin - Immigrant Song Eels - Fresh BloodWhite Miles - In The MirrorElectric Six - Compensation Phil Lynott - Yellow PearlVeruca Salt - So Weird

Neil, Stu and Carly are joined by Lucy James. In a packed show, the gang discuss Thor Ragnarok, Star Wars: The Last Jedi, and the X-Men Gold's controversy. Reviewed: X-Men Blue, Weapon X, Freeway Fighter, Spencer &amp; Locke, America, Rat Queens and Darth Maul. There's a retrospective on Walt Simonson's influential run on Thor, and a superhero origins quiz pitching Neil against special guest Lucy. 00:00 - Intro 07:57 - Thor Ragnarok 14:36 - Star Wars: The Last Jedi 16:10 - Captain Phasma 17:55 - X-Men Gold, X-Men Blue, Weapon X 26:06 - Spencer &amp; Locke 29:09 - Freeway Fighter 37:20 - America 42:11 - Rat Queens 44:39 - Darth Maul 50:50 - Walt Simonson's Thor 56:42 - What's My Origin? 1:02:01 - Outro Music Credits Led Zeppelin - Immigrant Song Eels - Fresh Blood White Miles - In The Mirror Electric Six - Compensation Phil Lynott - Yellow Pearl Veruca Salt - So Weird

26. Thor Ragnarok, Star Wars, X-Men, Freeway Fighter, Rat Queens

Lucy James

Reunited and it feels so good. Carly is back, joining Neil and Stu to discuss the first issues of indie titles She-Wolf and Bounty, the second issues of Moon Knight and Punisher, the animated Batman: The Killing Joke feature film, and the Comic Con trailers for Justice League, Luke Cage, Doctor Strange and Legion. Plus niche musical references to Shakira, Paula Abdul and One Direction. Subscribe, review and rate #AskBAMAnything

15. Justice League, The Killing Joke, Luke Cage, Bounty, She-Wolf, Doctor Strange, Lucy James

REVIEWED: Empress, Black Panther, Street Fighter X G. I. Joe, Batman '66 meets the Man From U.N.C.L.E. and The Vision.Yep, it's true, after last issue's movie-focused special, the transatlantic trio actually talk about real comic books this time. Along the way you'll learn about the Hathaway Slap (not to be confused with '90s one-hit wonder Haddaway) and the dangers of thrush.

REVIEWED: Empress, Black Panther, Street Fighter X G. I. Joe, Batman '66 meets the Man From U.N.C.L.E. and The Vision. Yep, it's true, after last issue's movie-focused special, the transatlantic trio actually talk about real comic books this time. Along the way you'll learn about the Hathaway Slap (not to be confused with '90s one-hit wonder Haddaway) and the dangers of thrush.

9. Black Panther, Empress, The Vision, Street Fighter

Stand by, true believer, for the first in a six issue limited series! Your hosts Neil Gorton and Stu Taylor discuss the recent Ant-Man movie, Lando from Star Wars, Thors, Fight Club 2, IKEA porn, and ask just how lame is Ant-Man villain Egghead?* * Very lame.

Stand by, true believer, for the first in a six issue limited series! Your hosts Neil Gorton and Stu Taylor discuss the recent Ant-Man movie, Lando from Star Wars, Thors, Fight Club 2, IKEA porn, and ask just how lame is Ant-Man villain Egghead?* * Very lame.

1. Ant-Man movie review, Fight Club 2, Lando, Sinister Society of Stupid: Egghead

Carly, Neil and Stu dissect the Suicide Squad movie, as well as review Bryan Lee O'Malley's debut issue of Snotgirl, slasher movie-inspired Night Trap from Cullen Bunn and J.B. Bastos, and Civil War II tie-ins The Accused and The Fallen (which might be better than the main series).

16. Suicide Squad review, Snotgirl, Civil War II, Night Trap

Freshly brewed, comic book podcast from the UK. Join hosts Neil Gorton, Stu Taylor, Lucy James and special guests as they irreverently discuss what comic books need to be in your collection. Email bam@deadgoodmedia.com  #PodernFamily

From the vaults! Join the RTCBYD team as they discuss the dark graphic novel classic The Crow, taking in references to the movie and their own goth youth secrets. Join your hosts Stu Taylor, Neil Gortz and Lucy James in the final episode of this current series. Get in touch if you would like to hear more.*AKA, an episode recorded way back that we've only just uploaded.

From the vaults! Join the RTCBYD team as they discuss the dark graphic novel classic The Crow, taking in references to the movie and their own goth youth secrets. Join your hosts Stu Taylor, Neil Gortz and Lucy James in the final episode of this current series. Get in touch if you would like to hear more. *AKA, an episode recorded way back that we've only just uploaded.

The Crow - Read This Comic (Before You Die)

Bonus Episode! Found behind the sofa, this is technically the first episode of RTCBYD ever recorded, way back in February 2018*. Join your hosts Stu Taylor and Neil Gortz as they discuss this dark and challenging Punisher Max storyline by Garth Ennis and Leo Fernandez.* Excuse the outdated references to the as yet to debut Infinity War movie and second season of the Punisher Netflix show.

Bonus Episode! Found behind the sofa, this is technically the first episode of RTCBYD ever recorded, way back in February 2018*. Join your hosts Stu Taylor and Neil Gortz as they discuss this dark and challenging Punisher Max storyline by Garth Ennis and Leo Fernandez. * Excuse the outdated references to the as yet to debut Infinity War movie and second season of the Punisher Netflix show.

Punisher Max: The Slavers - Read This Comic (Before You Die)

In the penultimate episode of season one, Lucy "One Take" James, Neil "Stallone Defender" Gorton and Stu "Dinner Party" Taylor tackle the iconic Judge Dredd villain (villains?) Judge Death and the Dark Judges. Expect segues into giant vagina monsters and '80s dessert choices.

Judge Dredd: Judge Death Lives - Read This Comic (Before You Die)

We're back after a mid-season break! This time Lucy James takes co-hosts Neil Gorton and Stu Taylor down to Fabletown... as she weaves a tale of why the critically-acclaimed Fables from DC Vertigo should be in your collection. Along the way we ask the big questions, like can a relationship survive someone eating their grandma and can you copyright a flying monkey? Like, review and subscribe to the podcast, and follow the team on @bamcomicscast @neilgortz @lucyjamesgames and @stoonami

Fables - Read This Comic (Before You Die)

To celebrate Free Comic Book Day, the BAM Comicscast is giving you a sneak peek at the first episode of its new show, Read This Comic (Before You Die). This time Stu, Neil and Lucy will tell you why X-Men: Grand Design by Ed Piskor deserves to be in your comic book collection.

X-Men: Grand Design - Read This Comic (Before You Die)

We're back with a whole new format! Here's an episode zero for a new BAM Comicscast podcast called Read This Comic (Before You Die), due to launch in Spring 2018. Stick with us and we'll help you build the ultimate comic book and graphic novel collection. This short preview features Stu Taylor, Neil Gorton and Lucy James giving you a sneak peek into what's to come during season one of the show.

Read This Comic (Before You Die) - Episode Zero

Jane Goldman

Circle

It's a comic book spy special, as Neil and Stu were invited to a press screening for comic book movie sequel Kingsman: The Golden Circle. They also interview the film's co-writer Jane Goldman about the film and comics like The Walking Dead, Paper Girls and Motor Crush.Comics reviewed this time include Kingsman: The Red Diamond, Jimmy's Bastards, Miss Moneypenny and Velvet.Like, Review and Subscribe to BAM.

It's a comic book spy special, as Neil and Stu were invited to a press screening for comic book movie sequel Kingsman: The Golden Circle. They also interview the film's co-writer Jane Goldman about the film and comics like The Walking Dead, Paper Girls and Motor Crush. Comics reviewed this time include Kingsman: The Red Diamond, Jimmy's Bastards, Miss Moneypenny and Velvet. Like, Review and Subscribe to BAM.

34. Kingsman: The Golden Circle review + Jane Goldman interview

Neil and Stu kick off a new episode talking about how the classic Marvel Ultimate Alliance video game series from the '00s painted a very different picture of the Marvel Universe to what we see in the Cinematic Universe. Then brace yourself for a bumper crop of comic book reviews, from Centipede, Darth Vader, Mister Miracle, Dark Nights: Metal, Marvel Generations and Bane Conquest.There's even time to discuss whether legacy numbering for long-established comic series is a good or a bad thing.As always, subscribe to BAM and review us on your podcast channel of choice.

Neil and Stu kick off a new episode talking about how the classic Marvel Ultimate Alliance video game series from the '00s painted a very different picture of the Marvel Universe to what we see in the Cinematic Universe. Then brace yourself for a bumper crop of comic book reviews, from Centipede, Darth Vader, Mister Miracle, Dark Nights: Metal, Marvel Generations and Bane Conquest. There's even time to discuss whether legacy numbering for long-established comic series is a good or a bad thing. As always, subscribe to BAM and review us on your podcast channel of choice.

33. Marvel Generations, Batman, Darth Vader, Videogame Comics

Jack Kirby

Neil and Stu are back after a summer vacation. This issue was recorded on the 100th birthday of Jack Kirby, so is the perfect excuse to look at what Marvel and DC have published to mark the legendary creator's centennial. Also discussed is the Batman &amp; Harley Quinn animated movie - fitting tribute for Harley's 25th birthday or a killing joke without a punchline?As always, Like, Review and Subscribe to BAM.

Neil and Stu are back after a summer vacation. This issue was recorded on the 100th birthday of Jack Kirby, so is the perfect excuse to look at what Marvel and DC have published to mark the legendary creator's centennial. Also discussed is the Batman &amp; Harley Quinn animated movie - fitting tribute for Harley's 25th birthday or a killing joke without a punchline? As always, Like, Review and Subscribe to BAM.

32. Jack Kirby 100, Batman & Harley Quinn

Neil, Stu and Carly discuss their hot takes on San Diego Comic Con 2017. The gang discuss (deep breath) Justice League, Thor: Ragnarok, Inhumans, Captain Marvel, Ant Man &amp; The Wasp, Kingsman: The Golden Circle, Gears of War, Arkham Asylum 2, Pacific Rim Uprising, LEGION, Dr. Doom - The Movie, The Walking Dead and more!

31. SDCC Special - Justice League, Thor Ragnarok, Ant-Man & The Wasp, Captain Marvel

Stu is joined by special guests Lucy (Gamespot) James and Gillen (Spider-Fan) McAllister to review the third big screen take on Spider-Man. Expect split opinions on Spidey's return to the MCU fold as well as a few nerdy revelations that you might have missed. It goes without saying that this one is spoiler-heavy, webheads.

30. Spider-Man: Homecoming review

Adam West

Neil and Stu lose the plot without Carly's guidance and mistakenly declare that Burt Ward has died. Also hear our first-hand LA experiences, from the Adam West memorial, a whistlestop tour of Meltdown Comics and Legacy Comics &amp; Cards, a tour of Warner Bros. Studios and mixed emotions at Disneyland for a ride on Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout! Oh, and we review some comic books too.00:00 - Intro05:00 - Burt Ward's Dead (aka, the Adam West memorial ceremony)13:26 - Meltdown Comics, Legacy Comics &amp; Cards17:29 - Warner Bros. Studio Tour21:52 - Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout!27:29 - Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout! comic review30:57 - Teddy Comics + Divided States of Hysteria41:40 - Darth Vader (2017)49:36 - Batman - Dark Days: The Forge56:30 - OutroMUSICRoyal Blood - 'Hook, Line &amp; Sinker'Eels - 'Fresh Blood'White Miles - 'In The Mirror'

Neil and Stu lose the plot without Carly's guidance and mistakenly declare that Burt Ward has died. Also hear our first-hand LA experiences, from the Adam West memorial, a whistlestop tour of Meltdown Comics and Legacy Comics &amp; Cards, a tour of Warner Bros. Studios and mixed emotions at Disneyland for a ride on Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout! Oh, and we review some comic books too. 00:00 - Intro 05:00 - Burt Ward's Dead (aka, the Adam West memorial ceremony) 13:26 - Meltdown Comics, Legacy Comics &amp; Cards 17:29 - Warner Bros. Studio Tour 21:52 - Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout! 27:29 - Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout! comic review 30:57 - Teddy Comics + Divided States of Hysteria 41:40 - Darth Vader (2017) 49:36 - Batman - Dark Days: The Forge 56:30 - Outro MUSIC Royal Blood - 'Hook, Line &amp; Sinker' Eels - 'Fresh Blood' White Miles - 'In The Mirror'

29. Batman, Adam West, Divided States of Hysteria, Guardians of the Galaxy - Mission: Breakout!

Joe Madureira

Wonder

Neil and Stu are joined by special guest Lucy James for a discussion on the long overdue Wonder Woman movie. Not everyone has been swept up in the hype. We also interview comic book legend Joe Madureira about his forthcoming Battle Chasers: Nightwar game, before Lucy and Neil face off in Wonder Woman-themed quiz, Lasso of Truth or Dare.00:00 - Intro03:18 - Wonder Woman39:12 - Battle Chasers: Nightwar / Joe Madureira interview49:07 - Lasso of Truth or Dare01:03:18 - Outro + #PodernFamily shoutouts

Neil and Stu are joined by special guest Lucy James for a discussion on the long overdue Wonder Woman movie. Not everyone has been swept up in the hype. We also interview comic book legend Joe Madureira about his forthcoming Battle Chasers: Nightwar game, before Lucy and Neil face off in Wonder Woman-themed quiz, Lasso of Truth or Dare. 00:00 - Intro 03:18 - Wonder Woman 39:12 - Battle Chasers: Nightwar / Joe Madureira interview 49:07 - Lasso of Truth or Dare 01:03:18 - Outro + #PodernFamily shoutouts

28. Wonder Woman, Battle Chasers + Joe Madureira Interview

In this bumper episode (that somehow works in incest and shark porn), Neil, Stu and Carly discuss whether Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 was too nerdy, why getting whiplash watching Alien Covenant was a good thing, and how Injustice 2 has made Gorilla Grodd a viable marketing asset. Plus you get some comic book reviews and our take on Free Comic Book Day '17. As always, like, review and subscribe to the show for more of this stupidity.00:00 - Intro03:16 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 236:05 - Alien Covenant (and Aliens comic books)43:19 - Video Games (Telltale Guardians, Injustice 2, LEGO Marvel)56:22 - Comic Reviews (Hookjaw, MotorCrush, Violent Love, Batman / Flash 'The Button)1:13:03 - Free Comic Book Day1:16:46 - Outro Music Credits Led Zeppelin - Immigrant Song Eels - Fresh BloodWhite Miles - In The MirrorElectric Six - Compensation Phil Lynott - Yellow PearlVeruca Salt - So Weird

In this bumper episode (that somehow works in incest and shark porn), Neil, Stu and Carly discuss whether Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 was too nerdy, why getting whiplash watching Alien Covenant was a good thing, and how Injustice 2 has made Gorilla Grodd a viable marketing asset. Plus you get some comic book reviews and our take on Free Comic Book Day '17. As always, like, review and subscribe to the show for more of this stupidity. 00:00 - Intro 03:16 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 36:05 - Alien Covenant (and Aliens comic books) 43:19 - Video Games (Telltale Guardians, Injustice 2, LEGO Marvel) 56:22 - Comic Reviews (Hookjaw, MotorCrush, Violent Love, Batman / Flash 'The Button) 1:13:03 - Free Comic Book Day 1:16:46 - Outro Music Credits Led Zeppelin - Immigrant Song Eels - Fresh Blood White Miles - In The Mirror Electric Six - Compensation Phil Lynott - Yellow Pearl Veruca Salt - So Weird

27. Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.2, Alien Covenant, Injustice 2, FCBD

The gang try to keep upbeat in its review and discussion of Netflix's Iron Fist series and the live-action Ghost in the Shell movie. It's a challenge. Then it's Justice League vs Spider-Man: Homecoming in the battle of the superhero trailers. Rounding out this episode is a look at Civil War II: The Oath and X-Men: Prime.00:00 - Intro and Iron Fist23:24 - Ghost in the Shell35:56 - Justice League v Spider-Man: Homecoming48:14 - Civil War II: The Oath and X-Men: Prime59:18 - Outro Music Credits Electric Six - Compensation, White Miles - In The Mirror, Eels - Fresh Blood, Veruca Salt - So Weird

The gang try to keep upbeat in its review and discussion of Netflix's Iron Fist series and the live-action Ghost in the Shell movie. It's a challenge. Then it's Justice League vs Spider-Man: Homecoming in the battle of the superhero trailers. Rounding out this episode is a look at Civil War II: The Oath and X-Men: Prime. 00:00 - Intro and Iron Fist 23:24 - Ghost in the Shell 35:56 - Justice League v Spider-Man: Homecoming 48:14 - Civil War II: The Oath and X-Men: Prime 59:18 - Outro Music Credits Electric Six - Compensation, White Miles - In The Mirror, Eels - Fresh Blood, Veruca Salt - So Weird

25. Ghost in the Shell, Iron Fist, Justice League v Spider-Man, X-Men Prime

A moviecentric special pitting Logan against LEGO Batman. Sort of. In part one of the show, Carly, Stu and Neil review the latest (and final?) cinematic adventure of the Wolverine, whilst part two sees Stu discuss LEGO Batman with special guest Mark... who ropes in his seven year-old son for his hot take on the Brick Knight.00:00 - Intro06:35 - Inhumans TV show08:36 - X-Men: Gifted TV show09:26 - Iron Fist16:25 - Deadpool 217:35 - Wonder Woman Origins trailer22:28 - Logan 49:34 - LEGO Batman 01:05:36 - OutroMusic CreditsBoots Electric - Boots Electric ThemeElectric Six - CompensationVeruca Salt - So Weird

A moviecentric special pitting Logan against LEGO Batman. Sort of. In part one of the show, Carly, Stu and Neil review the latest (and final?) cinematic adventure of the Wolverine, whilst part two sees Stu discuss LEGO Batman with special guest Mark... who ropes in his seven year-old son for his hot take on the Brick Knight. 00:00 - Intro 06:35 - Inhumans TV show 08:36 - X-Men: Gifted TV show 09:26 - Iron Fist 16:25 - Deadpool 2 17:35 - Wonder Woman Origins trailer 22:28 - Logan 49:34 - LEGO Batman 01:05:36 - Outro Music Credits Boots Electric - Boots Electric Theme Electric Six - Compensation Veruca Salt - So Weird

24. Logan vs LEGO Batman. Plus Inhumans, X-Men: Gifted, Iron Fist, Deadpool 2

I love this podcast!!! My first episode was the Unstoppable Wasp and I have to ask myself why am I just finding you now? Fantastic work guys, keep up the good work.

Carl Hamlin

Why have I just found you???

I dicovered you fairly recently and sincerely feel you&#39;re one of the handful of gems out there in podcast land that tells an honest, engaging and enteraining tale about the comics you&#39;re discussing that episode. 

Keep up the great work everybody!

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