Ep 436: Spider-Noir Recap & Review!

This week on the Major Issues Podcast, the hosts break down Spider-Noir, the gritty alternate take on the Spider-Man mythos that trades bright costumes and super-powered spectacle for shadows, mystery, and old-school noir. They explore the series’ reimagining of Spider-Man Noir, the influence of detective stories and crime dramas, and how this version of the wall-crawler fits into the larger Spider-Man legacy. The hosts dive into the atmosphere, performances, action, and the question at the center of every alternate universe story: does this new spin capture what makes the character timeless? Join Us! Please leave us a review on iTunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters. Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise. All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at [email protected]! You Are Worthy! ComicBook Clique on Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree

This week on the Major Issues Podcast, the hosts break down The Boys Season 5, the explosive final chapter in the saga of corrupt superheroes, unchecked power, and total societal collapse. With Homelander tightening his grip on America and Billy Butcher running out of time, the season pushes every character toward an inevitable reckoning. The hosts unpack the political commentary, shocking twists, brutal violence, and emotional fallout as alliances fracture and long-simmering conflicts finally erupt. We talk about whether the series sticks the landing after years of escalation and what legacy The Boys leaves behind in the modern superhero landscape. Please leave us a review on iTunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters. Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise. All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at [email protected]! You Are Worthy! ComicBook Clique on Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree

This week on the Major Issues Podcast, we break down the latest wave of titles announced under DC’s Next Level initiative, including Barbara Gordon: Breakout, Lobo, Batwoman, Firestorm, Zatanna, and Deathstroke. Join us as we dig into the creative teams, the direction DC appears to be taking with these characters, and how this lineup reflects the publisher’s larger goals for the Next Level era. From street-level drama and cosmic chaos to magic and espionage, the conversation explores which books feel the most promising, which characters benefit the most from a relaunch, and how these projects could reshape corners of the DC Universe moving forward. Please leave us a review on iTunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters. Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise. All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at [email protected]! You Are Worthy! ComicBook Clique on Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree

This week on the Major Issues Podcast, the hosts break down Punisher: One Last Kill, a brutal and emotionally charged story that throws Punisher back into the cycle of violence he can never truly escape. We talk about how the series handles Frank Castle’s mindset, the moral contradictions at the center of the character, and what separates The Punisher from other vigilantes in the Marvel Universe. The hosts also dive into the story’s tone, action, and emotional weight, unpacking whether this latest chapter adds something meaningful to Frank’s long history of war and revenge. Please leave us a review on iTunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters. Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise. All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at [email protected]! You Are Worthy! ComicBook Clique on Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree

This week on the Major Issues Podcast, the hosts break down **Daredevil: Born Again Season 2, diving into the next chapter of Matt Murdock’s war for the soul of New York City. With tensions escalating around Wilson Fisk’s growing influence and Matt struggling to balance justice, faith, and vengeance, the season pushes every major player closer to the edge. The hosts unpack the returning characters, the street-level stakes, and how the series continues building on the legacy of the original Daredevil show while carving out its own identity within the MCU. From brutal action and legal drama to the emotional fallout surrounding Matt Murdock, this is a full breakdown of a season that raises the pressure on every front. Please leave us a review on iTunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters. Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise. All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at [email protected]! You Are Worthy! ComicBook Clique on Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree

This week on the Major Issues Podcast, the hosts break down Superman/Spider-Man #1, the latest crossover bringing two icons back together in a way that feels both classic and modern. Written by Brad Meltzer with art by Pepe Larraz, the main story gets a full dissection as the hosts explore how this team captures the ideals, tone, and dynamic between Superman and Spider-Man while delivering a crossover that feels worthy of both legacies. The episode also digs into the issue’s backup stories, spotlighting contributions from Tom King and Mitch Gerads, as well as Rainbow Rowell and Humberto Ramos. Each creative team brings a distinct tone and perspective, from introspective character work to more energetic, classic superhero storytelling, expanding the scope of the crossover beyond the main event. It is a layered look at a crossover that is not just about two legends meeting again, but about how multiple creative voices interpret that moment in different ways. Please leave us a review on iTunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters. Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise. All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at [email protected]! You Are Worthy! ComicBook Clique on Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree Russell's Spider-Man Superman #1 review!  

This week on the Major Issues Podcast, the hosts break down Invincible Season 4, diving headfirst into the chaos of the Viltrumite War and everything it means for Mark Grayson’s future. They unpack the season’s biggest arcs, from the growing threat of Thragg and the Viltrumite Empire to the introduction of Dinosaurus, whose twisted logic forces Mark to confront what saving the world actually costs. The hosts dig into the moral compromises, the escalating violence, and the way this season pushes Invincible further into uncomfortable territory. From massive, universe-shaking conflict to deeply personal consequences, the discussion explores how Season 4 raises the stakes across the board and tests Mark in ways we have not seen before. This is a full breakdown of a season that refuses to pull its punches. Please leave us a review on iTunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters. Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise. All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at [email protected]! You Are Worthy! ComicBook Clique on Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree

This week on the Major Issues Podcast, the hosts dive into A.X.E.: Judgment Day in celebration of the 50th anniversary of Eternals. They break down how the event brings the Eternals, X-Men, and Avengers into conflict, while exploring the moral and philosophical questions at the heart of the story. From judgment and worthiness to the cost of playing god, the hosts dig into how this crossover elevates the Eternals’ mythology in a way few stories have before. The episode also examines the creative vision behind the event, its impact on the wider Marvel Universe, and whether it succeeds as both a celebration of the Eternals’ legacy and a defining modern crossover. Please leave us a review on iTunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters. Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise. All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at [email protected]! You Are Worthy! ComicBook Clique on Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree      

This week on the Major Issues Podcast, the hosts celebrate 20 years of Josie and the Pussycats, the cult classic that went from misunderstood box office flop to one of the sharpest satires of the music industry and consumer culture. They revisit the film’s ahead-of-its-time commentary on branding, corporate influence, and manufactured fame, while breaking down the performances, soundtrack, and chaotic energy that helped it find a second life years later. The conversation also explores why the movie resonates more now than it did on release and how it carved out its own legacy. From its biting humor to its pop-punk attitude, this is a retrospective on a film that was always smarter than it got credit for. But does it hold up? Tune in and see! Please leave us a review on iTunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters. Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise. All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at [email protected]! You Are Worthy! ComicBook Clique on Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree  

This week on Major Issues, the guys dive into the massive 2026 crossover event Superman / Spider-Man #1. Mark Waid and Jorge Jiménez lead the charge with a story that finally pits the Man of Steel and the Web-Slayer against a Brainiac and Doc Ock alliance. The crew weighs in on whether the chemistry between Clark and Peter lives up to the hype and if Waid’s love for comic history makes this a modern classic or just a heavy dose of nostalgia. The episode also breaks down the dense lineup of backup stories and the high-profile teams behind them. They shout out the Lois and MJ spotlight by Tom King and Jim Lee, the chaotic Jimmy Olsen short by Matt Fraction and Steve Lieber, and Christopher Priest’s meta-story with Daniel Sampere. With additional contributions from creators like Sean Murphy, Jeff Lemire, Greg Rucka, and Gail Simone, the hosts debate if this oversized special justifies its price tag or if it’s just a flashy celebration of the Big Two playing nice again. Please leave us a review on iTunes so we can grow our audience and grow as podcasters. Rate us wherever podcasts are found. Don't forget to check out our merchandise. All episodes of Major Issues are brought to you by ComicBook Clique, the only stop for the latest and greatest things to come to comic books and comic book media. Send us feedback at [email protected]! You Are Worthy! ComicBook Clique on Facebook ComicBook Clique on Instagram ComicBook Clique on YouTube Major Issues on Twitter Shop ComicBook Clique DirtSheet Radio Link Tree