Heath and Tony Talk About...Van Halen

It is time for episode 26 of Mandatory Marvel & DC, a show from the Comics In Motion network that looks back at the very biggest and best stories from the annals of the Big 2 - Marvel and DC!Each episode, Max Byrne will be joined by a special guest to enjoy a chat about that episode's subject matter, talking about what we love about these top tier titles!For this 26th instalment, we look back at Batman Endgame from Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo, published by DC Comics in 2014. This twisted tale brings a close to the Joker/Batman rivalry within the New 52 era. Action packed and full of twists, this is one hell of a title.This week, Max is joined by the amazing Mike Burton, host of Genuine Chit-Chat and Star Wars: Comics in Canon, two wonderful shows that need to be listened to every week.If you want to get in touch with Max about comics or to suggest any future shows, please say to him on Twitter @maxybyrne. You can read his reviews of all kinds of content at www.dcworld.org.uk, www.darknightnews.com, www.fantasticuniverses.com, and www.getyourcomicon.com

This week, the plan was for Tony and the host of Genuine Chit Chat and Star Wars Comics in Cannon, Mike Burton, the official ICS Mark Russell guest of record to talk about Mark’s scathing, hysterical political satire, The Flintsones.The Flintstones, Vol. 1byMark Russell (Goodreads Author),Steve Pugh (Illustrations)Fred and Barney reunite for Mark Russell's modern take on Hanna-Barbera's most famous stone-age family! This new series starring the first family of Bedrock (and civilization, really) tells the story of who we are and why we do what we do as if it all began with Fred, Wilma, Barney, Betty, and the rest of the citizens of Bedrock. Shining a light on humanity's ancient customs and institutions in a funny origin story of human civilization, Mark Russell (PREZ) blends modern interpretations with Hanna-Barbera's classic character's, bringing a breath of fresh stone-age air. Hanna-Barbera has created some of the most recognizable animated characters of all time. As part of DC Comics' re-imagination of cartoons like Scooby-Doo, The Flintsones, Johnny Quest, Space Ghost, and Wacky Racers, these new series will be infused with modern and contemporary concepts while keeping the heart and soul of the classic animation.If you want to talk with Tony you can find him online and send him an email at https://www.arfarina.com/.

This show was recorded a LONG time ago. We are finally releasing it. Can you separate art from the person? We discuss this through the lens of Batman. Hang on.

It is time for episode 24 of Mandatory Marvel & DC, a show from the Comics In Motion network that looks back at the very biggest and best stories from the annals of the Big 2 - Marvel and DC!Each episode, Max Byrne will be joined by a special guest to enjoy a chat about that episode's subject matter, talking about what we love about these top tier titles!For this 24th instalment, we look back at the classic Old Man Logan run by the legendary Mark Millar, published by Marvel Comics in 2008/2009. This milestone story, set 50 years into the future, showcases a world where most of the heroes have been wiped out by a villainous coup.This week, Max is joined by the amazing JAC of I Am Jac’s Musings and co-host of the fantastic Season’s Greetings show, found right here on the Comics In Motion Network.If you want to get in touch with Max about comics or to suggest any future shows, please say to him on Twitter @maxybyrne. You can read his reviews of all kinds of content at www.dcworld.org.uk, www.darknightnews.com, www.fantasticuniverses.com, and www.getyourcomicon.com

Today, Tony and Paul dive deep into Image Comics Cowboy Ninja Viking.It started with Dr. Sebastian Ghislain: rogue psychotherapist/covert op/DJ. Tasked with creating a counter-intelligence unit, he turned to those long thought useless to society...patients with Multiple Personality Disorder. These agents became known simply as Triplets. Misguided? Yeah. Impractical? Sure. But did it work? Absolutely not. Now someone has located each Triplet and created a band of ridiculously disturbed, but highly effective assassins. Our only hope? A Triplet known as Cowboy Ninja Viking!If you want to talk with Tony about comics or suggest any future shows, please connect with him online and send him an email at https://www.arfarina.com/.

You wouldn't know it, but H&T played a lot of sports. They were both really good at American Football. Should they have been playing? Should anyone?

 [-]The Lost Boys [Original Soundtrack] Reviewby Theresa E. LaVeckJoel Schumacher's 1987 film The Lost Boys capitalized on a temporary lull in horror movies in the late '80s and created a heavily music-video-influenced vampire homage with enough campy humor, heavy metal costumes, and hunky stars to put a fresh spin on the genre. An amusing piece of eye candy spiked by a few creepy moments, the movie, in typical '80s style, relies heavily on the soundtrack to bolster its emotional core. The soundtrack, like the film, works great on the surface -- but don't go much deeper. A mix of covers and bombastic '80s pop originals, the songs work best when they concentrate on the horror factor. Echo & the Bunnymen turn in an excellent cover of the Doors' "People Are Strange" that has a bouncier, more melodic touch than the original. Jimmy Barnes and INXS' "Good Times" is an energetic rocker used to personify the party-hardy SoCal atmosphere of the film. The strongest song is the movie's theme, "Cry Little Sister," a goth-influenced midtempo ballad. Singer Gerald McMann's pained phrasing and creepy lyrics, and a chilling chorus sung by what sounds like disembodied children, exemplify the best parts of the movie and the soundtrack.

Dark Horse presents new editions of the entire Hellboy line with new covers, beginning with Seed of Destruction, the basis of director Guillermo del Toro's blockbuster films. Hellboy is one of the most celebrated comics series in recent years. The ultimate artists' artist and a great storyteller whose work is in turns haunting, hilarious, and spellbinding. Mike Mignola has won numerous awards in the comics industry and beyond. When strangeness threatens to engulf the world, a strange man will come to save it. Sent to investigate a mystery with supernatural overtones, Hellboy discovers the secrets of his own origins, and his link to the Nazi occultists who promised Hitler a final solution in the form of a demonic avatar." ... Hellboy is a brilliant example of how to elevate the comic of the future to a higher literary level while achieving a higher pitch of excitement."-Robert Bloch, from his introduction"

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Dave and Chris are back reviewing the icon TV Series pilot Wonder Woman starring Lynda Carter. This was a re-boot of the 1974 pilot starring Cathy Lee Crosby. Luckily Carter’s portrayal born an iconic TV series but does it hold up 44 years later. Plot Summary:During World War II, a plane piloted by Major Steve Trevor crashes near Paradise Island, the secret hidden island home of the mighty and eternally young Amazons. He is rescued by Princess Diana, who learns of the war against the Nazis. The Amazons decide to send one of their own to help fight in this crisis. Although forbidden to participate in the selection process, Diana joins secretly and wins the right and responsibility to go. Taking the still unconscious Major to safety, she joins him as Yeoman Diana Prince. Furthermore, when the forces of evil threaten the nation, Diana would spin to transform into Wonder Wonder, armed with a magic belt giving her tremendous strength, bracelets that can stop any bullet, a tiara that can be thrown as a returning weapon and a unbreakable magic lasso that can force anyone to tell the truth. After WW II, she returned to the Island, only to encounter Steve Trevor Jr., agent for IADC, thirty years later. Seeing the amazing coincidence as a sign, she returns to the Man world once more to resume her role as the greatest of the female superheroes. Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score: 100%IMDB Score: 7.0/10 Metacritic: No Score If you like listening to the show and the reviews the guys do, please go to your podcast app and drop a review – ThanksEmail the show at [email protected] Twitter or on our Facebook page.