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ComicBook Nation

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The ComicBook Nation podcast is the ONLY show that covers ALL things Geek Culture thanks to a talented group of experts, fans, and insiders — aka the staff of ComicBook.com. CB Nation covers everything from Marvel, DC, Big Movies and TV releases, Gaming, Anime, Wrestling - and everything in between - as we deep-dive into discussing and breaking it all down for both diehard and mainstream fans.
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Episodes

The Acolyte Episode 8 LIVE REACTIONS: What Just HAPPENED?! (Bonus Episode)

We break down the wild ending for Star Wars The Acolyte, and give you our live reactions to Episode 8! So what happened in the finale for Star Wars The Acolyte, and now that the show is over...where does The Acolyte rank in terms of new Star Wars shows? We'll break it all down now! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 17, 20241 hr 34 min

What's the Next Big Anime? (Anime Initiative)

Welcome to Anime Initiative - the anime-focused show here at ComicBook.com! In this episode, we’re breaking down what anime's next big hit will be, after the current wave of shows like My Hero Academia and Demon Slayer end! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 16, 20241 hr 5 min

House of the Dragon Midseason 2 Recap: Dragons Dance & Daemon Gets Haunted (Bonus Episode)

The ComicBook Nation Crew does a mid-season check-in with House of the Dragon Season 2 after the pivotal events of Episode 4 "The Red Dragon and the Gold" and Episode 5 "Regent". To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 15, 202438 min

Captain America: Brave New World and Longlegs Review (Episode 6x28)

The ComicBook Nation crew breaks down all the big trailers for the projects keeping us busy all summer, including Captain America: Brave New World, Gladiator II, Umbrella Academy, and Agatha All Along. We also review the new horror hit Longlegs and the latest episodes of The Boys, House of the Dragon, The Acolyte, and The Bachelorette. Plus we dive into X-Men #1, DC Super Heroes United, and so much more! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com...

Jul 12, 20241 hr 27 minSeason 6Ep. 28

PS5 Pro & The Future of PlayStation (Quick Save)

PlayStation has had a surprisingly quiet 2024 to this point in time. Outside of a few exclusives from third-party developers, the PS5 hasn’t seen much support from Sony when it comes to its own studios. Despite this, the PS5 Pro is all but known to be around the corner and rumors are growing when it comes to a new PlayStation handheld. With so many questions surrounding PlayStation, how do we feel about the future of the brand and the next phase of the PS5? All that and more is discussed on this...

Jul 11, 20241 hr 1 min

Does Marvel's New X-Men Era Hit or Miss? (The Pull List)

Welcome to ComicBook Nation's The Pull List! This week we're breaking down the heavily anticipated X-Men relaunch and if it delivers a hit or a miss with its big debut. We also break down a host of this week's highlights, including Kill All Immortals, Action Comics, Death in the Family: Robin Lives!, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 40th Anniversary Comics Celebration, Ain't No Grave, Spider-Boy, Green Lantern, The Ultimates, Precious Metal, Soul Taker, and more! To learn more about listener data an...

Jul 10, 20241 hr 20 min

Sol's Secret REVEALED! The Acolyte Episode 7 Live Reactions!

The Acolyte finally showed us what really happened to Osha back on their planet...so just what did Sol do that has weighed on him so heavily...and how deeply were the Jedi involved in the tragedy there? Find out as we break down episode 7 of Star Wars: The Acolyte! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 10, 202455 minSeason 1Ep. 7

Anime Expo 2024: The New Era of Anime (Anime Initiative)

Welcome to Anime Initiative - the anime-focused show here at ComicBook.com! In this episode, we’re breaking down the biggest news of the week. We are breaking down all the biggest news from Anime Expo 2024 including season renewals, series announcements, and more. Plus if you’re ready to hear about anime’s next big, we’re taking time this week to talk Dandadan. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad cho...

Jul 09, 20241 hr 10 min

Best TV & Movies of 2024 (So Far) & Superman Movie Costumes Breakdown (Episode 6x27)

The ComicBook Nation crew does a mid-year check of the best TV and Movies (so far), and review new films Maxxxine and Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F. Peak Geek TV continues with more from House of the Dragon, The Boys, and Star Wars: The Acolyte’s new Sith villain, and James Gunn’s Superman makes headlines with some big costume reveals that tell a deeper story! PLUS: Wrestling is heating up with WWE Money in the Bank and NXT Heatwave going down and Batman goes anime (again) in the Batman Ninja vs The...

Jul 05, 20241 hr 36 minSeason 6Ep. 27

How Does Resident Evil 9 Need to Evolve the Series Next?

Capcom has announced that it’s officially working on the next game in the Resident Evil saga, which should be titled Resident Evil 9. For now, details on the survival-horror title are sparse, but the Quick Save crew has plenty of thoughts on where the series should head next. Listen in as Evan Valentine and Logan Moore break down the current rumors tied to Resident Evil 9 while also discussing the potential return of Chris Redfield, Leon Kennedy, and Jill Valentine. To learn more about listener ...

Jul 04, 202441 min

2024's Best Comics of the Year (So Far) & Absolute Power (The Pull List)

On this episode of ComicBook Nation’s The Pull List, the crew of Matt, Kofi, and Chase reveals their best comic picks of 2024 so far and an honorable mention, with books like Ultimate Spider-Man, Ultimate X-Men, The Last Mermaid, and more making their way on the list. We also break down DC’s big launch for Absolute Power and the debut of Free Agents and then cap things off with some love for the Energon Universe and Scarlett. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: htt...

Jul 03, 20241 hr 5 min

Seduced By The Dark Side? Star Wars The Acolyte Episode 6 REACTIONS!

ComicBook Nation returns to break down all the huge twists and turns in Star Wars The Acolyte Episode 6...so did the Twins really swap teams...is Osha headed to the Dark Side...and just who is Qimir's Stranger REALLY? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 03, 202456 min

The Top Summer 2024 Series to Watch (Anime Initiative)

Welcome to Anime Initiative - the anime-focused show here at ComicBook.com! In this episode, we’re breaking down the biggest news of the week. We are breaking down a slew of new season announcements including Kaiju No. 8 while tackling updates from Demon Slayer and Megan Thee Stallion. Plus, the summer season is here, and we’re unpacking its must-watch anime releases. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your...

Jul 02, 20241 hr 8 min

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 3 Recap - So You Started a War By Mistake...

The ComicBook Nation crew breaks down Episode of House of the Dragon Season 2 and reflect on the nature of truth, and how little it matters when bloodshed and war have been unleashed. 12:43 kofi.outlaw PLUS: Has a new Dragonrider really appeared on the scene? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 02, 202434 min

A Quiet Place: Day One Review & The Acolyte’s Master Revealed! (Episode 6x26)

The ComicBook Nation crew reviews the A Quiet Place prequel Day One, and discuss The Acolyte’s big reveal of “The Stranger,” The Bear Season 3 and Suicide Squad Anime debuts, and some bloody new episodes of The Boys Season 4 and House of the Dragon Season 2. PLUS: Geek news rundown includes the Batman: Caped Crusader trailer, Warner Bros. changing things up with HBO and Max, and what Marvel Studios needs to do in Hall H at SDCC to renew faith in the MCU! To learn more about listener data and our...

Jun 28, 20241 hr 42 minSeason 6Ep. 26

What Is 2024’s Game of the Year So Far? (Quick Save)

2024 is now halfway over and we’ve had some stellar games release in the first part of the year. From marquee titles like Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, to breakout hits like Helldivers 2, 2024 has been surprising in more ways than one. Above all else, though, has a single game surpassed all others to be a frontrunner for “Game of the Year” to this point? Quick Save discusses just that in this week’s episode. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.co...

Jun 27, 202445 min

DC’s Absolute Power Kick-Off & Marvel's Blood Hunt Surprise Return (The Pull List)

On this episode of ComicBook Nation’s The Pull List, the crew of Matt, Kofi, and Russ breaks down a must-read chapter of DC’s Absolute Power with Ground Zero #1, as well as the unexpected return found in Marvel’s Blood Hunt #4. We then discuss the DC Black Label series Zatanna: Bring Down the House #1, as well as Action Comics and Superman’s House of Brainiac finale, The Penguin #11, X-Men: Heir of Apocalypse #2, Void Rivals #10, Self Help #1, Gatchaman #1, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #121, and...

Jun 26, 20241 hr 22 min

Sith Master REVEALED! The Acolyte Episode 5 REACTIONS! (Acolyte Aftermath)

The Acolyte Aftermath is back to give you our review and reaction to Star Wars The Acolyte Episode 5! The Master is finally revealed...so just who are they...and what do they want with Mae and Osha? And how are they able to deal with so many Jedi at once? Find out right now as we break down episode 5 of The Acolyte - ft. commentary from cinematographer Chris Teague! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your a...

Jun 26, 202451 min

One Piece Mania + The End of Demon Slayer and My Hero Academia (Anime Initiative)

Welcome to ComicBook’s Nation’s Anime Initiative - the anime-focused segment of the show! In this episode, we’re breaking down the biggest news of the week. From Demon Slayer’s season four finale to the final chapters of My Hero Academia, we’re unpacking it all. Plus we break down One Piece’s recent takeover of Las Vegas and its plans for global domination. . To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choic...

Jun 25, 20241 hr 2 min

House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 2 Recap (Spoilers)

The ComicBook Nation crew discusses House of the Dragon Season 2 Episode 2 in full SPOILERS! It's War! How does the Season 2 Finale's ending set up the epic Game of Thrones conflict known as the Dance of Dragons? and does HotD keep the momentum going in the second episode with major political moves and an epic duel? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoic...

Jun 24, 202426 min

Peak Geek TV! The Boys, House of The Dragon & The Acolyte! (Episode 6x25)

ComicBook Nation is back with a look at the amazing geek TV we have this week, including the premeire of House of the Dragon Season 2, The Boys Season 4, and episode 4 of Star Wars The Acolyte! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 21, 20241 hr 26 minSeason 6Ep. 25

Elden Ring: Shadow Of The Erdtree: BEST DLC Ever? (Quick Save)

Is Shadow Of The Erdtree, the new Elden Ring DLC, one of the best DLC ever made? We're talking all things Shadow of the Erdtree, how it changes the world of Elden Ring, and just what fans can expect in our full break down right now on Quick Save! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 20, 202439 min

Ultimate Spider-Man UNMASKED? Batman's New Status Quo! (The Pull List June 19, 2024)

We're breaking down Ultimate Spider-Man #6 as the series becomes one of the all time great Spider-Man runs, talking about a new status quo in gotham for Batman, and looking at some Wonder-Woman, G.I. Joe and more as we break down all the week's hottets comics on The Pull List! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 19, 20241 hr 35 min

Star Wars Newest Sith Lord? The Acolyte Episode 4 Reactions & Review ft. Qimir

The Acolyte Episode 4 is here, and we are piecing together just who is beneath that terrifying helmet as the high republic's first sith lord as we talk with Qimir actor Manny Jacinto! So is Qimir the new big bad of star wars...or is someone else pulling the sith lord strings? Find out right now on The Acolyte Aftermath for Star Wars The Acolyte Episode 4 To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. V...

Jun 19, 202451 min

Metroid Prime 4, Mario & Luigi, and a New Zelda! Nintendo Direct Breakdown and Reactions (Quick Save)

Welcome to ComicBook’s Nations’s Quick Save - our gaming-focused segment of the show! Metroid Prime 4! A new Zelda game! The return of Mario & Luigi! Nintendo’s latest Direct has finally revealed what fans can expect in the final year of the Nintendo Switch and the lineup looks fantastic. Listen in as the Quick Save gang breaks down all of the latest reveals from Nintendo’s June 2024 Direct. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-...

Jun 18, 202455 min

House of the Dragon Season 2 Premiere Reactions (Bonus Episode)

ComicBook Nation crew reacts to the first episode of House of the Dragon Season 2. Is the show coming back with the same power it had in Season 1? Could this be the most exciting season of Game of Thrones TV yet? And what about the big changes to that infamous story of "Blood and Cheese?" To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 17, 202429 min

Inside Out 2 Review, The Boys Season 4 & The Acolyte Changes Star Wars!? (Episode 6x24)

The ComicBook Nation crew reviews Disney-Pixar’s Inside Out 2, and react to the first three episodes of The Boys Season 4. There’s also discussion about The Acolyte Episode 3, and how it changes the nature of Star Wars in a significant way. PLUS: A Watchmen Animated movie trailer drops; Deadpool 3 may NOT get that big cameo; the Transformers/G.I. Joe crossover movie gets a writer, and The Regular Show might be making a return! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: ht...

Jun 14, 20241 hr 32 minSeason 6Ep. 24

Dragon Age: The Veilguard NEEDS to Be a Return to Form for BioWare (Quick Save)

Welcome to ComicBook’s Nations’s Quick Save - our gaming-focused segment of the show! It has been over ten years, but Dragon Age is finally back. The next entry in the series, Dragon Age: The Veilguard, has been fully revealed and is due out later in 2024. In a time where BioWare’s most recent releases have been disappointing to many, though, can The Veilguard turn the once acclaimed studio around? The Quick Save crew assembles to discuss their early thoughts on the sequel based on what’s been s...

Jun 13, 20241 hr 7 min

X-Men’s New Beginning & DC’s Return to Gotham by Gaslight (The Pull List)

On this episode of ComicBook Nation’s The Pull List, the crew of Matt, Kofi, and Damon Gray of Agents of Fandom break down Marvel’s summer blockbuster Blood Hunt #3, the first of a new era of X-Books in X-Men Heir of Apocalypse #1, and the return to an Elseworlds classic in Batman: Gotham by Gaslight - The Kryptonian Age #1. We also dive into Ultimate X-Men #4, I Ain’t No Grave #2, Crocodile Black #2, Remote Space, Lawful, Monsters are My Business, Green Lantern #12, Spider-Boy, Blue Beetle #10,...

Jun 12, 20241 hr 13 min

Star Wars Just Changed Forever? The Acolyte Episode 3 REACTIONS

The Acolyte Aftermath is here to break down a wild episode 3, and find out if it really did change the path of Star Wars forever...or if it was something else entirely! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jun 12, 20241 hr
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