"Star Wars: Thrawn" – The Art of War & Empire Intrigue

It’s the year of the villain! To open our fifth season, we take a look at Christopher Priest’s critically acclaimed run on Deathstroke. We discuss Slade Wilson's dysfunctional family as well as his "allies", Kid Flash, Terra, and Power Girl. With a lot of continuity to track, we guide you this story that involves sociopaths, hidden agendas, and even a surprising link between Liam Neeson and Eddie Murphy! 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what did you think of Priest’s unique take on Deathstroke? 👉 Catch the After Show here: https://youtu.be/D9JZ9XpTkAM 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/_jx42Ibsmj8 🌐 Visit us on the web at ⁠⁠bonelesscomicspodcast.com⁠

As 2024 comes to a close, we’re reflecting on our 4th season of the podcast! In this episode, we recap the highlights (and lowlights) of the year, share our surprise at which episode resonated most with our audience, and give you an exciting sneak peek at what’s coming in 2025! Join us for a look back at the season and what’s to come.📺 Catch all our 2024 videos here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLkcusLDXIKNUWxIBKO5Ouv80QkAnhAB_q&feature=shared🌐 Visit us at bonelesscomicspodcast.comThank you for an amazing year of support—here’s to an even better 2025! 🙌

What do you get when you combine a hard-luck Avenger, a surprisingly "settled" Merc with a Mouth, and a Halloween party gone awry? Clint (Hawkeye) and Wade (Deadpool) team up in this hilarious and action-packed miniseries by Gerry Duggan, featuring unexpected twists, Skycycle jokes, and Black Cat causing trouble. In this episode, we’ll discuss: Clint’s questionable costume choices, Deadpool’s surprising family life, and whether Hawkeye’s "I shut a door, and it changed lives" arc hits the mark! 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what did you think of the team-up? 👉 Catch the After Show here: ⁠https://youtu.be/1qkdX_QeboU 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/qb2NKSfSlss 🌐 Visit us on the web at ⁠bonelesscomicspodcast.com⁠

Witches, demons, and vampires—oh my! Take a journey with us through Edenwood, Tony S. Daniel’s captivating creator-owned world from Image Comics. With breathtaking art and complex world-building, we break down the lore to help you navigate the twists and turns of the story. In this episode, we’ll discuss the intricate lore of Edenwood, the art and storytelling of Tony S. Daniel, and the dynamic characters like Rion Astor and Adelai. 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what did you think of Edenwood's world-building? 👉 Catch the After Show here: https://youtu.be/JH3P0avFGT4 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: ⁠https://youtu.be/icIbGkat0jY 🌐 Visit us on the web at ⁠⁠bonelesscomicspodcast.com⁠

Join us as we dive into the *Doctor Who - Empire of the Wolf* comic, where the 8th and 11th Doctors collide in a wild adventure! In this episode, we’ll discuss: the continuity-heavy story, parallel universes, and time travel mishaps. We also can’t help but comment on the artist’s depiction of Billie Piper’s lips! 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what did you think of the crossover of the 8th and 11th Doctors? 👉 In case you missed it last time, watch our previous Doctor Who After Show here: https://youtu.be/LxIm1C9HqgA 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: ⁠https://youtu.be/NnRJA-koMPk 🌐 Visit us on the web at ⁠⁠bonelesscomicspodcast.com⁠

Joe and Mike take a look at a fascinating character study of one of Star Wars' most important characters: Grand Admiral Thrawn!In Jody Houser and Luke Ross' adaptation of the novel by Timothy Zahn, there's a unique challenge: condensing a novel into comic book format! Joe practices his best Lars Mikkelsen impression, while Mike has a million questions about the Empire and its inner workings, just like Thrawn!💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what do you think of Grand Admiral Thrawn and his rise through the ranks of the Empire? 👉 Catch the After Show here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/djKKv8LQsd8 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: ⁠https://youtu.be/HpZ07n_yqlE🌐 Visit us on the web at ⁠⁠bonelesscomicspodcast.com⁠

Join us as we go back to the year 1998, when Star Trek: Deep Space Nine was in its sixth (penultimate) season. Mike Chen and Angel Hernandez give us a new, missing episode with "The Dog of War," an exploration of just what it would be like if a rare corgi came to the station...and some rogue Borg technology! In this episode, we’ll discuss: the challenge of fitting a new "episode" within an already heavily serialized portion of the show, writing characters with a unique voice, and even the strangeness of addressing the Borg this late in the series' life. 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what would you have done with a corgi and rogue Borg tech? 👉 Catch the After Show here: https://youtu.be/0tTaV5M4DuQ 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/g_Ut2hsU1qk 🌐 Visit us on the web at ⁠⁠bonelesscomicspodcast.com⁠

Just like Agents Mulder & Scully investigated the paranormal for years, Joe & Mike are investigating their 2013 series published by IDW! In this episode, we’ll discuss the impact the show had on the TV landscape, the merits of modernizing this property, and how the art pays tribute to the look of the show. The truth is out there! 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what do you think of modern takes on *The X-Files*? 👉 Catch the After Show here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://youtu.be/S-S9x0gLOD4 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: ⁠https://youtu.be/1CWFQv2tP9k 🌐 Visit us on the web at ⁠⁠bonelesscomicspodcast.com⁠

Join Joe and Mike as they go to St. Canard, the city where raucous rogues rush recklessly to racketeering and rage! In this episode, we’ll discuss: how the comic compares to the beloved 90s animated series, Amanda Deibert’s take on the Duckverse, and Carlo Lauro’s dynamic artistry. 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what did you think of Dynamite’s revival of Darkwing Duck? 👉  Catch the After Show here: https://youtu.be/5dyC-DdJ004 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DPKAg2dD0sg 🌐 Visit us on the web at ⁠⁠bonelesscomicspodcast.com⁠

Part of Brian Michael Bendis' Jinxworld imprint, *Pearl* follows the exploits of a young tattoo artist in San Francisco trying to navigate the seedy world of the Yakuza! In this episode, we’ll discuss: how Bendis and Gaydos’ collaboration compares to their work on *Jessica Jones*, the challenges of making an invincible protagonist relatable, and the balance between style and substance in crime storytelling. 💬 Share your thoughts in the comments—what did you think of *Pearl* and its Tarantino-esque vibes? 👉 We discussed Brian Michael Bendis and Michael Gaydos in a previous episode during our review of Alias: The Underneath: https://youtu.be/_ZoJsTLrBgw 📺 Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/IQHwFXGf5wA 🌐 Visit us on the web at ⁠⁠bonelesscomicspodcast.com⁠