Join the guys one more time, for a reunion of the mighty Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast, as Nickel and VF reminisce over their 6 month absence, and triumphant return. If you're looking for a podcast that discusses weddings and chicken farming, this is the episode you've been waiting for. Even though Nickel refused to take the time to put together an outline, all your favorite segment bumpers make their return... The lack of formal comic news doesn't stop us from loading the show with the swee...
Sep 15, 2017•1 hr 59 min•Ep. 99
After The Salty Language Podcast leaves us at the alter in our pretty white wedding dresses, Episode 98 happens, and The Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast is one step closer to its untimely demise. The guys discuss some general ongoings in each other's lives before proceeding with an always insightful and intelligent discussion on the wide world of comics. In Comic News this week Nickel and The Velvet Fog discuss Logan, Marvel's recent sales woes and other timely topics. Make sure you tune in to...
Mar 15, 2017•2 hr 21 min
Not dead yet... The Velvet Fog returns from a prolonged absence and the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast makes its way back to the airwaves. Nickel & VF discuss their absence, and spend the majority of the podcast not talking about comics... but sort of talking about comics. Bumpers are once again rolled. After a lot of off-topic chatter, the conversation eventually makes it to "Comic News" and the decline of Marvel's comic sales... An old familiar subject, Nickel bitches about stuff... Oth...
Mar 02, 2017•2 hr 32 min
Join Nickel from the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast as he tries to kill the time while VF recovers from the black plague, and records some conversations with old friends. In this session, Nickel sits down with Desmond Hassing of "Musings of a Geek", "Arkham Social Hour", and "Slackademia" podcasting fame. Desmond had as many podcasts as he has arts degrees, but its late and we can't remember them all... The conversation starts with the best of intentions, but after hours of trying to figure o...
Feb 20, 2017•2 hr 36 min
Join Nickel & The Velvet Fog for one of the final episodes of the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast. The audio quality is a bit of a throwback to our earlier podcasts, as Nickel's internet connection is a bit spotty. In the "bullshit" segment, the fellows discuss bowel movements, bidets, future guest appearances, the Floppy Awards, and general on-goings since the last recording. "Comic News" is packed with comic news, but nothing all that newsworthy. A lot more time Tune in to see if Nickel ...
Dec 14, 2016•2 hr 1 min
Conspiracies are afoot following Donald Trump's election victory. The super moon, is in the sky, VF has joined the "Trump Youth" and censored our previous episode to ensure his place in the new President's graces. Nickel & VF start things out with an argument about the merit and existence of Episode 94.1, the Graphic Novice Post Election Podcast Spectacular. VF blames it on the super moon, Nickel blames it on Trump. Neil Cetrangolo of the Dark Angels & Pretty Freaks Podcast goes mysterio...
Nov 17, 2016•2 hr 18 min
The Swan Song continues as we reach the half way point of our grand finale. VF & Nickel spend a awful lot of time talking about nothing (including fellow podcaster Jason Brigger's castration, some wedding planning updates and VF's cathouse). After an hour of literally talking about nothing, comic news is extremely x-men heavy, with Death of X discussion, a look towards future releases, X-Men vs. Inhumans, & ResurrXion. The guys discuss their hopes and dreams for the X-men franchise, and ...
Oct 24, 2016•3 hr 7 min
Join us for a very special installment of the Graphic Novice Book Club, as we are joined by Tony High, of the Salty Language Podcast, to discuss Alan Moore's "From Hell".
Oct 04, 2016•2 hr 2 min
The Graphic Novice band is back together again... After 5 weeks off, VF & Nickel reunite to discuss stock advice, The Velvet Fog's trip to Japan, and some of the highlights and lowlights of the past month. Listener Feedback also makes a triumphant return, even though most of the questions seem to revolve around the History of Bad Ideas podcast. And... if you can make it through well over an hour of general bullsh*t, we do eventually discuss comics. A Graphic Novice explanation of Civil War I...
Sep 22, 2016•2 hr 31 min
Nickel & The Velvet Fog continue the death march towards the hundredth and final episode. We spend some time discussing dieting, we reveal some details about the end of the show, look into the disappearance of Ryan Beagley, and Nickel complains about fracking documentaries. Episode 92 also features the return of our award winning "Listener Feedback" segment. VF shares his thoughts on the Suicide Squad in "Comic News". The "Rapid-Fire Review" segment covers books released on August 3, and Aug...
Aug 18, 2016•2 hr 1 min
We continue with the "The Death of Graphic Novice" story arc this week, with a very special episode. The main plot is put is a bit of an afterthought while the guys bullshit about the Velvet Fog's old computer, Pokémon Go, some more Pokémon GO, VF's pubic hair, upcoming show guests, and the engagement of Craig Julius Nickel. In "Comic News" the guys discuss SDCC 2016 (not really), Nickel complains about stuff, and the lack of any substantial "Listener Feedback" is explained. Tune into another se...
Jul 29, 2016•2 hr
Join Nickel & The Velvet Fog as they discuss the journey towards their podcasting sunset, the podcaster formerly known as Doc Thirst, Nickel's appearance on the History of Bad Ideas podcast and VF's string of appearances on the Green Up podcast. And, after catching up on the past week or two, we roll out another episode of Listener Feedback. In a "Comic News" segment that spills over into several other segments, VF & Nickel talk about Midnighter, the new "Death of X" mini-series, the fir...
Jul 18, 2016•2 hr 36 min
We transition and/or limp into our final 10 episodes and welcome summer, with this, episode 89. Don't miss out on the build up to the 10 episode, Death of Graphic Novice story arc. The Velvet Fog & Nickel start things out with a discussion of the Creed Power Feedback Hour (Episode 88.5), VF's appearance on the Green Up Podcast, and project Cassette Tape. In the General Banter (Bullshit) segment we address VF's podcasting prospects, his concerns with the European Union, the Canadian Postal st...
Jun 27, 2016•2 hr 24 min
Another episode of the awardless Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast, with your humble hosts, Nickel and The Velvet Fog. This week in Bullshit, we discuss the future of the Graphic Novice Book Club, the big board game convention in St. Louis, the general discontents of Nickel, and his take on sugars and carbs. This episode marks the addition of a completely original and unique "Listener Feedback" segment which was not inspired or stolen from any other podcast. Tune in for a riveting discussion of ...
Jun 03, 2016•2 hr 32 min
Another episode of the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast hits the airwaves with Nickel & The Velvet Fog. As a tribute to the Suicide Squad movie, internet issues forced us to go back and re-record several parts of this episode, delaying its release. In the initial "General Banter" segment, now renamed, "Bullshittin'" we discuss the Alberta fires, Doc Thirst's birthday, the Fantastic Four movie, Jeff Nau's appearance on the Latest "Book Club" episode, VF's recent and future travels, vintage N...
May 19, 2016•1 hr 54 min
Join us for another installment of the Graphic Novice Book Club, as we are joined by Jeffrey Nau, of the History of Bad Ideas podcast, to discuss the Watchmen.
May 05, 2016•2 hr 8 min
The Graphic Novice Comic Book podcast returns to the sweet sweet sounds of Alabama's "Dixieland Delight". After discussing some southern terminology, the guys move on to the aptly named, "Bullshit" segment, where they review the highlights and lowlights from the past couple weeks. VF is a man on the town, Nickel is man on the ground. "Comic News" is a little light this week, as the guys boycotted doing any sort of "research" what so ever. They discuss the rejuvenation of Steve Rogers, VF's adven...
Apr 19, 2016•2 hr 8 min
Join the gang of the seldom-celebrated Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast as they share their thoughts on the "Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice" movie. VF & Nickel discuss the ups and downs and the highs and lows of the movie, sharing their innermost thoughts, opinions and secrets. Please enjoy this very special supplemental episode of Graphic Novice.
Apr 05, 2016•1 hr 57 min
Join your old friends Nickel & VF for what many (one or two) people are referring to as the "Death March of Graphic Novice". Your hosts get caught up on each others comings and goings before moving on to discuss the upcoming "Rebirth Event" over at DC Comics. "Comic News" is dedicated completely to "Rebirth". After a long and confusing discussion on Rebirth, we move on to discuss comics released in the first half of March 2016, including Deadly Class #19, Avengers Standoff Assault On Pleasan...
Mar 31, 2016•2 hr 2 min
Episode 84 of the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast kicks off with a riveting debate on hot vs. cold. Nickel never quite recovers in this episode after VF decides that its his turn to roll the bumpers. After teasing the story on the twitters, Nickel v. The State tells how about 1/3 of the land that hosts the infamous Murder Cabin is scheduled to be annexed by the County for flood mitigation. Don't miss out on this heart-wrenching tale of woe during the first hour of the podcast. In "Comic News" ...
Mar 10, 2016•2 hr 2 min
Your snuggly Graphic Novice hosts are joined by the wildly popular, charming and suave, Neil Cetrangolo, from The Dark Angels and Pretty Freaks podcast ( http://www.darkangelsandprettyfreaks.com ) to discuss The Crow (original series) by James Obarr. Join us as the three of us discuss our thoughts and opinions on this monumental collection after re-reading it. Our thanks to Neil for putting up with us, and everyone who chooses to spend a little time with us. Check out The Crow, then come join th...
Feb 25, 2016•1 hr 13 min
Join Benjamen, Scott, VF & Nickel as they catch up after some more time away from comic book podcasting. The opening, 'General Banter" segment is primarily a discussion of neighborhood pubs, and drinking establishments. Settle in, this episode is a 3-hour marathon. In "Comic News" the fellows discuss the upcoming prequel to Frank Miller's "The Dark Knight Returns" and various Superbowl movie trailers. Rob Liefield's comments about the creation of Deadpool, DC's Legends of Tomorrow, and antic...
Feb 13, 2016•3 hr 1 min
In this week's general banter segment, the fellows discuss the Hufflepuff house from Harry Potter, Valentine's Day presents, listener feedback from Doug and Jason regarding the podcast, listener feedback from Cheeto Bandito regarding Star Wars, the annual Asquith Saskatchewan hockey tournament, Nickel's encounter with the Grey Cup and VF's epic journey to digitize his original Star Wars VHS tapes. Once again, its Nickel vs. VF vs. The Marvel Trivia Box, in everyone's favorite new segment, "Marve...
Jan 28, 2016•2 hr 29 min
The Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast team comes out of retirement for the 2016 Reunion Tour. Nickel & VF discuss what they've been up to for the past couple months, including sorting comics, prescription sunglasses, Star Wars, Making A Murderer, and coincidentally, New Year's at the Murder Cabin. No Marvel Trivia this week so that the guys can catch up on the highlights and lowlights from the past 5 weeks of comics. As always, we wrap up by taking a look what's coming out on the following n...
Jan 14, 2016•2 hr 3 min
The hosts of Graphic Novice are joined by the infamous Bryan from The Salty Language Podcast (saltylanguage.com) to discuss the original Jessica Jones comics, ie. Alias that the current Netflix series is based on. Don't miss this unholy union of the Salty Language Podcast and Graphic Novice as they discuss the highs and lows of Alias, issues #1-9. Stay Salty.
Dec 28, 2015•1 hr 14 min
If one of the hosts of the show wasn't intoxicated throughout the entire Holiday season, this would have been a pre-Christmas release, but instead, we kept this special episode on the back burner until Boxing Day had passed. This short and out of character mini-show was recorded immediately prior to the second installment of the Graphic Novice Book Club. Nickel & VF discuss VF's initial impressions of Star Wars, Michael Leal's undefeated streak in the "Marvel Trivia Box", and then the guys s...
Dec 27, 2015•53 min
We are finally joined by the fantabulous Neil Cetrangolo from the Dark Angels and Pretty Freaks Podcast (thanks to a fictitious "Make A Wish" campaign). Our topics of discussion include testicular injuries, fitness shaming and our pending ad in Curse of the Vessel #2, Neil's expensive taste in things and stuff, VF's prostate, masturbation rehab, VF's basketball prowess, and the Green Up & History of Bad Ideas episode 100's. In "Comic News" we discuss the Batman v. Superman trailer, Star Wars...
Dec 08, 2015•2 hr 35 min
Your pals Benjamen Scott VF & Nickel are back for the team hand-job that is The Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast. After experiencing a 30-minute delay, you'll find the our podcast in the "After Hours" time slot this week, where sensual massages, and the art of dual hand release are both fair game on the table of discussion. The "General Banter" segment covers International Thanksgivings, helping friends move, Christmas gifts from suspended Graphic Novice scribe Desmond Hassing, Christmas wo...
Dec 02, 2015•2 hr
Grab your reading glasses and smoking jacket and join Nickel, VF, Jordan Steinhoff (All Us Geeks Podcast) & Ryan Beagley (Gotham Knights Podcast) as they convene to discuss DC's epic "Crisis On Infinite Earths" from way back in old 1985. Topics include a quick summary of the DC multiverse, the rationale for the Crisis event, a summary of the 12 individual issues, and each of the hosts thoughts on the story, as well as the aftermath of the event in the DC Universe. Thanks to Jordan and Ryan f...
Nov 26, 2015•2 hr 9 min
This week on the Graphic Novice Comic Book Podcast we tip our hats to Bob Ross and paint some happy little trees... metaphorically speaking. After getting two hour plus of audio problems, we get to recording, and slap together a fairly disjointed episode, even for us. The "General Banter" segment includes a discussion of Nickel's podcasting schedule and the History of Bad Ideas Nicolas Cage Special, Green Up's 100th episode, A lovely and undeserved gift from Desmond Hassing, VF's insurance woes,...
Nov 21, 2015•1 hr 57 min
