Adam and Michael are joined by @regalfan aka Jody Yerdon for Episode 26 to explore the unraveling of DC's Crisis On Infinite Earths in 1993, debate whether artist Mark Bagley revealed the ture original concept sketch for Carnage, Valiant Vision 3-D gimmick, Liefeld leaving EXTREME Studios and just what are the scariest comics stories? Plus a review of Elseworlds "Superman: Speeding Bullets" and more 90s comic book geekery. Get one of our NEW WIZARDS designs today at this link: https://www.teepub...
Dec 30, 2020•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 26
On episode 10 of The Wizard Files we're joined by Brian Warmoth, who reveals how he made his tunnel vision dream of writing for Wizard magazine a reality, successfully gave the burgeoning Web Comics scene the spotlight and managed to make a big enough impression that Gareb Shamus remembered his name! Plus stories of flaming skateboards, super hero actors skipping out on bar tabs and just what was Rob Liefeld's EXTREME version of the Bible? Listen now! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollen...
Dec 28, 2020•46 min•Ep. 10
Episode 25.5 gets interactive as Michael takes the Contest Quiz with the help of a listener, we announce the winners of the Wizards25 giveaway, Adam reviews X-Men 2099 issues 1-4, Michael shares updates on DC's Death Metal and The 3 Jokers and more! Get one of our NEW WIZARDS designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matth...
Dec 23, 2020•52 min•Ep. 25
Merry X-MAS from WIZARDS! To celebrate the season we're ripping through the wrapping on the Wizard X-Men 30th Anniversary Collector's Edition magazine with adamantium claws. Adam and Michael are joined by a duo of X-Perts, Jeff @NLogan77 and Chris Sheehan @AceComics to discuss the history of Marvel's Mutant franchise from the 60's through the 90's and share some laughs along the way. It's a holiday surprise that will have force blasts of joy shooting from your eyes. Happy Holidays, Geeks! Check ...
Dec 21, 2020•1 hr 29 min
On the 4th and final installment of our exploration of the Roger Corman Fantastic Four movie, Adam joins Michael and Steven to share his thoughts on the film, then the guys reveal their favorite FF comics stories. Plus, the exclusive debut of an original song inspired by the romance Sue Storm and Reed Richards. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Russell Sheath Bartley ...
Dec 18, 2020•40 min
NEW EPISODE! NEW LOOK! It’s our 1 year anniversary and for the 25th episode of WIZARDS we’re celebrating in style. Join Adam and Michael as they announce X-citing new show art, a giveaway contest and what is WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics for 2021? Exploring issue 25 of Wizard we talk Daredevil’s armored costume, Jim Shooter’s Warriors of Plasm, the most expensive comics of the 90’s, share our Casting Call for an Image Comics biopic and more. Plus a review of Aerosmith guest starring in Val...
Dec 16, 2020•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 25
For episode 9 of The Wizard Files we’re joined by Ryan Dunlavey who first became part of the Wizard magazine staff in the 90’s, then returned years later to provide humorous original illustrations in the 2000’s. Hear tales of working shoulder to shoulder with Gareb Shamus on cover design, getting chewed out by fanboys for trying to sell ToyFare exclusive figures on eBay and how one of his drawings became the basis for a set of Mini-Mate figures. Plus learn how a former Wizard co-worker got him a...
Dec 14, 2020•28 min•Ep. 9
For the 3rd episode of our Roger Corman Fantastic Four film discussion, Michael and Steven break down the infamous ending with it’s disappointing special effects and provide their final review of the movie overall. Plus the duo reveal their list of which big budget super hero films are WORSE than this unreleased and buried film. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Russe...
Dec 11, 2020•54 min
BIG CHANGES for WIZARDS 1/2 in episode 24.5! Is this end of "FLAME ON'? Michael gives up on embarrassing himself with the contest quiz based on a listener suggestion and refuses to ever read another Hunk and Babe of the Month! Plus Adam reviews Punisher 2099 #11-12 and provides a special announcement about an exclusive video coming to our YouTube Channel. This one is a game changer, Geeks! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladi...
Dec 09, 2020•53 min•Ep. 24
In the 2nd installment of our 4-part bonus exploration of Roger Corman's Fantastic Four movie from the 90's, Michael and Steven dig deeper into the film's plot and give their reviews of the later big budget Fantastic Four films from 20th Century Fox. Plus Steven's story of meeting Chris Evans and Michael Chiklis at a signing and why he passed on the Corman movie soundtrack at comic conventions. This bonus series also debuts simultaneously on the WIZARDS YouTube channel, so you can see the full v...
Dec 04, 2020•53 min
Paxton Holley joins us for episode 24 of WIZARDS to talk the origins of Batman’s Knightfall saga, the multimedia launch of Malibu’s Ultraverse, Peter David ditching X-Factor to revamp Aquaman at DC and Jim Shooter creating his DEFIANT line of comics. It’s 90’s comics nostalgia at its finest, so listen now! Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger ...
Dec 02, 2020•1 hr 41 min•Ep. 24
Joining us for Episode 8 of The Wizard Files is Paul Florez from the Generations of X podcast who tells the tale of being caught between simultaneous offers to intern at Marc Silvestri’s Top Cow, Marvel Comics and Wizard magazine. Then prepare to hear stories of interviewing top comics talent like Ron Marz and Greg Pak, plus you’ll discover the question Paul asked in an interview with Joss Whedon that made him literally “Hulk Out”. It’s an X-citing chat with an X-Fan, who delivers an X-Ray view ...
Nov 30, 2020•49 min•Ep. 8
Once in a generation there is a film so notorious, so legendary, that it’s only heard about in whispers in the back of a comic book shop. For 90’s comics fans, that movie was Roger Corman’s Fantastic Four. Rumored to be so bad Marvel wouldn’t allow it to be released, the film lived in infamy as a bootleg video and remains unreleased to this day. But WIZARDS had to know the truth, so Michael and superfan, Steven Tsapelas are taking you on a deep dive through a 4 part podcast series revealing all ...
Nov 27, 2020•1 hr 15 min
On mini-episode 23.5, Michael explores fan art, original reader comic heroes including a Canadian super team that's NOT Alpha Flight and flubs even more iconic superhero catch phrases. Adam phones in on the 2099 Hotline to cover the further adventures of Ravage 2099 and it's all here on WIZARDS 1/2! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Russell Sheath Bartley Blackmon Kev...
Nov 25, 2020•36 min•Ep. 23
Adam & Michael are joined by Chris Bailey aka @charltonhero for Episode 23 to talk the Image/Valiant crossover Deathmate, Erik Larsen jumps into the 'Who Created Venom?' debate, sex and violence in DC's Vertigo comics, the destruction of vintage Power Rangers toys, a Wizard exclusive comic by Rob Liefeld and more 90's comics nostalgia on The Podcast Guide To Comics! Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?re...
Nov 18, 2020•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 23
WIZARDS 1/2 is back with Michael blushing at the scandalous return of Hunk and Babe of the Month, enjoying fan art and cursing the Wizard staff for their choosing trivia questions that baffle him. Plus Adam shares his thoughts on this issue's custom comics action figures and reviews Doom 2099 #11-13 featuring a tale set in Wakanda 2099 and the revelation of who inherited the Eye of Agamotto from Doctor Strange. It's all here in mini-episode 22.5! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschla...
Nov 11, 2020•35 min•Ep. 22
Russ Burlingame joins us for this episode of The Wizard Files to talk about his internship at Wizard magazine which saw Russ the Rookie become the go-to guy for Dan Jurgens, witness the chaos caused by Gareb Shamus launching Black Bull Comics, breaking a Marvel Knights merchandise story to Joe Quesada and more. Plus, get a preview of his project documenting the making of Josie and the Pussycats from 2001. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson D...
Nov 09, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 7
For Episode 22 of WIZARDS, Adam and Michael are joined by Tom from toy-lines.com to talk the 10 Worst Action Figures of All Time according to Wizard magazine, a canceled 90’s Wonder Woman toy line, discovering Elseworlds comics posters in dive bar restrooms, favorite X-Men villains, the best version of DC’s Justice League, ridiculous 90’s gimmick covers and more. Plus we review X-Factor #92 and X-O Manowar #0 both featuring art by Joe Quesada. It’s a blast from the past, so listen now! Get one o...
Nov 04, 2020•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 22
Happy Halloween, Geeks! We invite you to join us for this bonus podcast review of Sam Raimi’s 1990 adventure film Darkman, a movie that literally gave Michael nightmares. Hear him squirm, hear him rant, hear him scream as Adam laughs at his squeamish co-host. We go behind the bandages and behind the scenes to discuss the making of Liam Neeson’s first starring role, the expanded universe of Darkman comics and more! A trick for Michael and a treat for you, the listener. Get one of our three WIZARD...
Oct 28, 2020•1 hr 11 min
O n this episode of WIZARDS Michael and Adam talk buying “LIMITED EDITION” autographed comics on The Home Shopping Network, discover the true history of Venom direct from the creator, determine if the Comics Code Authority seal was still used in the 90’s, reveal why Jim Lee lowered the price on his Deathblow comics, get the news on X-Men action figures from Toy Fair 1993 and review Jack Kirby’s final comics work, Phantom Force #1 from Image. Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this lin...
Oct 21, 2020•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 21
In this mini-episode Michael reviews some Amazing Art fan submissions, a duo of fan-created superheroes, custom action figures and celebrates getting 2 answers right on the quiz. On the 2099 Hotline, Adam reviews issues 1-6 of 2099 Unlimited including the debut of Hulk 2099. Plus Michael and his buddy Joe talk Halloween and look at the costumes available from TRN sponsor, HalloweenCostumes.com Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Pa...
Oct 14, 2020•40 min•Ep. 20
Episode 6 of The Wizard Files features a discussion with Zach Oat, former Editor of ToyFare and one of the puppet masters behind Twisted ToyFare Theater who tells us about wild inter-office pranking between Wizard and ToyFare, managing the action figure archives and more fully-articulated fun. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Russell Sheath Bartley Blackmon Kevin Dec...
Oct 12, 2020•39 min•Ep. 6
Episode 20 is filled to THE MAXX with 90's comics fun as Michael and Adam are joined by Rob Graham from the AfterLunch podcast to discuss the fallout from "The Liefeld Affair", meet the "new kids" at Image comics, explore the launch of the Milestone imprint, gag at the glut of gimmick covers, review the first issue of the Maximum Carnage saga and so much more. This is WIZARDS at it's finest. Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podc...
Oct 07, 2020•2 hr 14 min•Ep. 20
On this mini-episode, Michael shares outtakes about Doomsday vs Bane, talks flaming custom action figures, Wizard fan art submissions and fails the contest quiz. Plus, Adam returns from 2099 to review Simpson's Comics & Stories, as well as Jack Kirby's Bombast #1 from Topps Comics. Get one of our three WIZARDS designs today at this link https://www.teepublic.com/stores/wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref_id=12330 Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Sy...
Sep 30, 2020•45 min•Ep. 19
This time around on The Wizard Files we’re interviewing former comic book retailer, Randy who opened his store the same month Wizard hit shelves and has many memories of the magazine’s influence on his customers. Hear which ultra-collectible Marvel books he picked up off the rack as a youth in the 60’s, how the hype over The Death of Superman affected his sales for years after and whether Valiant books were actually as big a deal as Wizard led us to believe in the 90’s. It’s a fascinating view o...
Sep 28, 2020•40 min•Ep. 5
Episode 19 of WIZARDS should be titled “2 Guys From Long Island”. With Adam still lost in 2099, past guest and fellow New Yorker, Steven Tsapelas joins up with Michael to discuss The Avengers comics in the 90’s, Roger Corman’s Fantastic Four film, the ongoing debate of whether Wolverine and Sabretooth are related, porn in Wizard, the best places to buy vintage super hero toys near NYC, adventures in the film industry and more meandering talk about The Big Apple than you ever thought possible. Ye...
Sep 23, 2020•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 19
Michael is back for mini-episode 18.5 to bring you coverage of the expanded Amazing Art section featuring the original reader character creations in My Kinda Hero, be grossed out by human hair used on a custom action figure in Homemade Heroes and fail at this issue’s Contest Quiz worse than any other in his history. Plus, Adam chimes in on the 2099 Hotline to report on his adventures in the future and review Spider-Man 2099. This WIZARDS ½ episode is full of 90’s comics foolishness, so let the f...
Sep 16, 2020•30 min•Ep. 18
Hook up your modem and get ready for a trip through the 90’s internet as Adam and Michael interview Wizard magazine’s original Online Editor, Buddy Scalera about his adventures in breaking ground for The Guide To Comics on the web. We go behind the scenes, discovering how Wizard partnered with a fledgling America Online, leading to the infamous AOL disks being polybagged with the magazine. Plus, how did Buddy fake out Gareb Shamus on website design using a “hairy armed princess”? Listen now and ...
Sep 14, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 4
Episode 18 of WIZARDS is jam-packed with nostalgic 90’s comics fun! Adam and Michael discuss Venom’s evolution from monstrous villain to anti-hero, debate the hypocrisy of Wizard’s opinions on polybags, determine if Superman #75 has retained its value as a collectible and review Fantastic Four #374 featuring Sue Storm’s “Boob Window”. Plus, Adam is abducted by Doctor Doom to the world of 2099 in the exciting finale which will have serious repercussions for the future of the podcast. Get one of o...
Sep 09, 2020•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 18
On the latest edition of WIZARDS ½ Adam is covering the Wizard Magazine 100 Most Collectable Comics special. Not only will you learn about comic book restoration and comics grading concepts of the 90’s, but Adam highlights a few of the more oddball titles to make the Top 100 and discovers some fascinating fun facts along the way. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Russ...
Sep 02, 2020•27 min
