Make Mine Paperback Podcast

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Alex, Colin, Graham and Steven explore the world of comics and cocktails through theme months and theme drinks! Be sure to hit up your local comic shop, ask for some comics and tell the shopkeeper to "Make Mine Paperback"

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Make Mine Paperback Week Eleven: Third Party Publishers and Their Stories - The Boys #21

MMP continues to highlight third party publishers by discussing Dynamite Entertainment’s The Boys #21. In a world where superheroes are created and controlled by corporations, we are reminded that humans are indeed flawed. When ordinary people are given superpowers, they do not become the upstanding heroes we normally read about. When a plane is hijacked, will the superheroes be able to save the day? Or is there more to saving the day than just having superpowers? Find out on this exciting addit...

Nov 10, 2021•39 min

Make Mine Paperback Week Ten: Third Party Publishers and their Stories - I Kill Giants #2

The guys kick off November with a new theme. This month will be focused on third-party comic publishers to introduce listeners to titles outside of Marvel and DC. In this episode, MMP discusses I Kill Giants #2 from Image Comics. Proving that comic books do not necessarily need to include superheroes to be interesting, the group discusses Barbara Thorson’s odd, yet relatable journey through life. Is Barbara just using her adventures in killing giants to escape reality? Or is she actually prepari...

Nov 03, 2021•40 min

Make Mine Paperback Week Nine: Spookiest Comic Characters - The Joker!

This week, Alex, Graham and Steven sit down and explore the twisted and cruel mind of the Joker in the 1988 release "The Killing Joke". The Clown Prince of Crime makes every effort to drive Jim Gordon to the brink of insanity, through a charade of vicious and vile acts! Does he break the commissioner? Does Batman stick to the book, or does he do his own thing and deliver the Joker some vigilante justice? Find out all this and more in this weeks episode, with one of DC's most famous villains!...

Oct 27, 2021•44 min

Make Mine Paperback Week Eight: Spookiest Comic Characters - Scarecrow!

This week’s edition of MMP continues the theme of spooky villains by discussing the self-proclaimed “Master of Fear” himself, Scarecrow. In a particularly disturbing display of evil, Scarecrow shows that he is not afraid to break all the rules to terrorize Gotham! Does Scarecrow earn the title of terrifying monster? Are Jim and Batman able to overcome their own worst fears to stop the Scarecrow? Find out as they guys discuss this classic supervillain that has been a common addition to comics for...

Oct 20, 2021•37 min

Make Mine Paperback Week Seven: Spookiest Comic Characters - Dr. Destiny!

Join Alex, Graham, and Steven during this spooky season as they discuss the creepy villains of comics. While discussing the brutal nature of Dr. Destiny in The Sandman #6, MMP proves that not all comics are for children! Is the Dr. one of the scariest baddies in comics? Or is he just another joke villain? Decide for yourself as the hosts talk about what happens when you give a sadistic villain ultimate power! “The Sandman #6” Written By: Neil Gaiman Pencils: Sam Kieth Inks: Malcolm Jones III Cov...

Oct 13, 2021•33 min

Make Mine Paperback Week Six: Spookiest Comic Characters - Venom!

The guys sit down and crack open Spider-Man 298, as a battle between Spidey and Chance makes you turn the pages to have a quick glimpse at Venom! Who is the symbiote taking control of? Will he be a lover or a fighter? What does Chance have to do with Venom? Find out this and more on this week's episode!

Oct 06, 2021•36 min

Make mine Paperback Week Five: Mentors and Mentees - Black Cat and Black Fox

Alex, Graham, and Steven wrap up the topic of mentor and mentee partnerships while discussing Black Cat (2021) #7 . MMP dives into the complex relationship between Black Cat and Black Fox. Black Cat gets put in a tough position by her teacher, father figure, and mentor. Will Black Cat be able to use her thieving skills to save Manhattan? Or will Black Cat give into selfishness? Join us to find out as we conclude our theme for September! Black Cat #7 (2021) The Gilded City Conclusion Written By: ...

Sep 29, 2021•41 min

Make Mine Paperback Week Four: Mentors and Mentees - Omni-Man and Invincible

In this week’s episode, Alex, Graham, and Steven discuss Invincible (2003) #3 . MMP considers the role of a mentor in a mentee’s life while addressing the relationship Mark has with his own father, Nolan. Mark will have to learn how to be a superhero while also managing the pressures of being in high school! Hopefully Nolan, as Omni-Man, will be able to teach Mark the skills necessary to survive the demanding life of being a superhero. It can be intimidating being the son of the greatest superhe...

Sep 22, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Make Mine Paperback Week Three: Mentors and Mentees - Wolverine and X-23

Alex, Graham, and Steven discuss All-New Wolverine (2015) #2 . MMP discusses Laura Kinney’s relationship with Wolverine, continuing the mentor/mentee theme for September. Did Wolverine provide Laura with the skills necessary to survive a hostile world? Laura will be forced to put her training to the test as she is placed in the middle of a conflict that pits clones against their own creators. Will Laura be able to carry on the Wolverine mantle as her trust is repeatedly tested? Find out on this ...

Sep 15, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Make Mine Paperback Week Two: Mentors and Mentees - Batman and Nightwing

Alex, Graham, and Steven discuss Nightwing Rebirth #1, Better than Batman part 1. The beginning of a new month means a new theme for September. Focusing on the relationship between mentors and mentees, the hosts attempt to discover what it means to be better than Batman. MMP discusses Dick Grayson’s transition from Robin to Nightwing, and the implications it poses for the alliance between The Bird and The Bat. Did Batman inspire Dick to continue the crusade against crime? Or is Nightwing an effo...

Sep 08, 2021•27 min•Season 1Ep. 2

Make Mine Paperback Week One: Welcome to OUR World of Comics!

Alex, Graham and Steven open up the new show with their FIRST ever comic readings! They talk their introductions to comics, why they keep coming back and then touch on their preview for the month of September. Be sure to check it out and give us a review!

Sep 01, 2021•37 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Make Mine Paperback Week Zero Preview Episode

3 guys sit down, talk comics, how they feel about them and preview the podcast as a whole! This preview episode, the guys discuss "Marvel 1602"

Aug 18, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 1

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