A Show About Nothing
This week, Chris and Walt talk about... well... nothing. Let us know what you think.
Mar 15, 20240
Comic Culture
Every Wednesday, Comic Book Daily plays host to the weekly Pop Culture podcast hosted by Christopher Owen and Big B Comics’ Walter Durajlija.
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Episodes
The Return of Richard Comely
This week, Chris and Walt have the creator of Captain Canuck, Mr. Richard Comely on the show. Richard is gearing up for the 50th anniversary of Canada's Captain next year. Let us know what you think of the show!
Feb 28, 20240
Love Is In The Air 2024
This week Walt and Chris invite Skekky to produce their annual Valentine's Day poem. Do you have any Valentine's Day loves? Do you have a poem for us? Let us know !
Feb 13, 20240
What’s It Worth?
This week, Chris and Walt discuss what it's like trying to sell comics and who to talk to. Have you ever sold anything? Tell us about it in the comments .
Feb 07, 20240
Talkin’ Shop
This week Chris and Walt talk shop about, well... talkin' shop. How often do you talk about comics with your fellow collectors? Do you have a club you belong to? Let us know in the comments !
Jan 31, 20240
A New Year
This week, Chris and Walt talk about what their collecting habits will be like for this coming new year. What are you going to buy this year? What are you planning on doing with your collection? Let us know !
Jan 04, 20240
Buyer’s Remorse
Have you ever purchased a comic or collectible that you paid too much for? Have any regrets? Walt and Chris have. That's what they decide to talk about this week. Let us know what you think .
Nov 22, 20230
The King is in Session
This week Chris and Walt have a couple of guest stars for the show. Shekky Feldstein joins to add his two cents. As well, we finally wrangle in the King, Jay Halstead, to talk about the longevity of intellectual properties. Batman and Spider-Man seem to be forever properties. But what about Transformers? G.I. Joe? Have they had their day in the sun? Share your thoughts by commenting .
Nov 17, 20230
Shop Talk with the Boys
This week, Walt and Chris host a couple of guys at the warehouse for some talk about comics. Chris decides to hit record and well.... here you go. Let us know what you think of the show .
Nov 02, 20230
Canadiana On ICE Collectibles!
Hey all collectors and loyal listeners! This week Walt and Chris talk a little bit about two events coming up this week: Halloween and the Canadiana Auction on eBay through ICE Collectibles. The duo talks a little about experiences with Halloween and growing up. Then Chris asks Walt about the Canadiana auction highlighting Canadian comic price variants, WECA comics and of course everything in between! Leave your thoughts in the comments. Happy Halloween! Be sure to check out ICE Collectibles on ...
Oct 25, 20230
Stump the Chump Strikes Back!
Listen up loyal listeners! Today Chris decided to come up with 12 terrifying questions to test Walt's knowledge of the comic collecting industry. Can you do better than Walt did? Did you keep track of the way Chris kept score? What was your score? Let us know!
Oct 05, 20230
Return of Whatcha Collecting
This week Chris turns the tables on Walt and starts grilling him about what he is collecting. What DOES go on in the brain that is Walt...? Scary stuff. As always let us know what you think about the show. And what are YOU collecting?
Sep 29, 20230
Whatcha Collecting?
Hey all, today Walt and Chris talk about their own collections. Walt grills Chris about his collections this week. Next week Chris will get back at Walt for all the questions. What are you collecting these days? Do you have any insight into what will be hot in the next while? Let us know in the comments !
Sep 22, 20230
Mint Troll Origin
Here's a recent show we somehow didn't upload! In this episode Chris and Walt try to peg the origins of us trying to keep our books minty mint. When did this obsession start. Please let us know what you thought of the show: just add your comments in the comments field provided below. All we ask is that you keep the discourse civil. You much of a mint troll? Picky?
Aug 31, 20230
Are We On?
This week the boys start back up off their summer hiatus: they discuss the joys and the pitfalls of moonshine and find a little time to talk comics too. Please let us know what you thought of the show, kindly leave a comment in the comments field provided below. All we ask is that you keep things civil. We hope everyone had a great summer, time to jump back into the grind. Also, a quick shout out to my pals Steve Bynoe and Vaughn Joseph . I was supposed to meet up with them at last week's Fan Ex...
Aug 29, 20230
Chris Talks Apps
This week Chris tells Walt all about this cool app Chris uses to help him in his comic book collecting, Walt seems a little lost at first but he comes around after hearing the benefits of these apps. Please let us know what you thought of today's show. Just leave a comment in the comments field provided ; all we ask it that you keep things civil. Do you use an app to manage your collection?...
Jun 28, 20230
Chris’ Niagara Con Report
Last week Chris went to the Niagara Falls Comic Con. Walt didn't go and has a thousand questions about the con. Listen in and get Chris' full report of his first show of the year. Please let us know what you thought of the show, just leave your comments in the comments field provided below, all we ask is that you keep things friendly and civil. Have you attended any cons so far this year? Please share your thoughts and insights....
Jun 16, 20230
Walt’s Comic Con Blues
This week Chris tries figure out why Walt isn't doing any comic cons this year. Chris pokes, he prods, he reasons, he makes tons of good arguments for setting up at cons. The question is, will Walt listen? The show is made even better by special guest, the great Shekky Feldstein. Please let us know what you thought of the show by leaving a comment . All we ask is that you keep things civil. Anybody going to set up at a show this year and try to sell some excess stock?...
Jun 07, 20230
Pep Rally
This week Chris and Walt hold a big pep rally for comic book collecting. The boys brought their positive attitudes and sunny dispositions with them for this pep rally, Chris even brought his pom poms. Please let us know what you thought of the show. We encourage you to add comments in the comments section provided below; all we ask is that you keep things civil. Well? Can you contribute to this pep rally?...
May 25, 20230
Collecting Artists
This week Chris and Walt talk about how to collect artists. Do you stay with comics or add portfolios, artist editions, prints, original art? Collecting artists can really add layers to anyone's collection. Please let us know what you thought of today's show. Add your comments in the comments field provided below; all we ask is that you keep things civil. Do you collect certain artists? Do you add non comic items?...
May 18, 20230
Drug Testing
This week Chris tries once more to... Stump the Chump. How will Walt fare this time? Considering his perfect score the last time maybe we should call this episode... Stump the Champ! Please let us know what you thought of the show. Add your comments in the comments field , all we ask is that you keep things civil. So? How did you do?
May 05, 20230
Hosers Unite! The Canadiana Auction
We'll be posting our regular show this coming Friday morning. Today we'd like to post a special time-sensitive PSA insert Comic Culture episode to allow Chris and Walt to discuss the upcoming Canadiana auction hosted by icecollectibles on their eBay platform . The Auction starts May 19th and ends Monday, May 29th. We are accepting consignments until May 12th: visit icecollectibles.com for contact information. We'll post our regular weekly Comic Culture Episode this Friday....
May 03, 20230
Post Covid Blues
Chris and Walt are back with a vengeance, tackling the tough questions around what to do with all those investment comics we've bought up over the past couple of years, you know, the ones we paid way too much for. Please let us know what you thought of the show: leave your comments below this post . All we ask is that you keep things civil. Do you have any comics you bought at what now seems a steep price over these past couple of years?...
Apr 26, 20230
Love is in the air
This week Chris and Walt are joined by Shekky as the three amigos convene for their annual Valentine's Day Poem Off. We can honestly say, with no hyperbole, that this was the worst set of poems we've ever read on air, but hey, there's always next year. Please let us know what you thought of this week's show and of the poems; tell it to us straight, we can take it. Please leave your comment in the comments field provided below. Feel free to finger-snap clap at the end of each poem... Yeah, so it'...
Feb 13, 20230
Kickstart My Heart
This week Chris wanted to explore in depth Walt's comments about Kickstarter in his latest blog. Chris is well-versed in the crowdfunding scene and gives us some perspective. Please let us know what you think of the show by adding a comment in the comments field below; all we ask is that you keep things civil. Have you ever bought anything through Kickstarter?
Feb 02, 20230
Snobs
This week Chris accuses Walt of being a comic book snob. Walk takes offence. Will the boys come to blows or will they work things out: tune in to find out. Please let us know what you thought of this week's show: your comments are important to us so please leave your thoughts down in the comments field below. Are you a comic book snob?
Jan 19, 20230
Reading the Tea Bags
This week Chris and Walt dust off the old crystal balls, break out the tea bags and try to look ahead to see what the year 2023 will bring to the comic book collecting hobby. Please let us know what you thought of the show. Leave a comment in the comments field provided below; all we ask is that you keep things civil. So, what will 2023 bring to the hobby?
Jan 13, 20230
What a Year
Happy new year folks! Chris and Walt start 2023 off with a review of 2022. The boys try to make sense of what turned out to be a crazy year. Please let us know what you thought of the show: leave your comment in the comments field provided below. All we ask is that you keep things civil. What sticks out the most for you from 2022?
Jan 06, 20230
Influencers
This week Chris and Walt explore the things that can influence us in our collecting of comic books. Please let us know what you thought of the show: just leave a comment . What influences your comic book collecting?
Nov 24, 20220
Con Report
This week Chris and Walt discuss Walt's trip to the big sports card show in Toronto. The boys explore some of the differences and similarities between comic and card shows. Please let us know what you thought of the show: leave us a comment . All we ask is that you keep things civil. What are some of the differences between "comic guys" and "card guys"?
Nov 17, 20220
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