A classic issue leads to a classic episode of WIZARDS as Adam, Michael & Steven get geeky about the fall of Hal Jordan in Emerald Twilight, the origins of Jeff Smith's Bone comics, the Marvel mutants of Generation X and more. Plus a new drinking game for every time we pick on Rob Liefeld that will leave you blitzed by the end of the episode. It's wild, it's wacky, it's WIZARDS! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthe...
May 19, 2021•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 34
This time around we're joined by Rus Wooton, former Online Assistant Editor of the Wizard website and current professional comics Letterer on such books as Invincible, the Walking Dead and more shares his stories of accidentally scooping Wizard magazine on the web, how his Halloween costume became a lifelong fashion statement and a near death experience in front of Gareb Shamus! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew T...
May 18, 2021•48 min•Ep. 18
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May 13, 2021•30 min•Ep. 33
Adam, Michael & Steven have a blast flipping through this classic issue to discuss Catwoman's controversial new look, the death of Jack Kirby, exciting new X-Men figures from Toy Fair '94 and Mike Allred's Madman comics.Plus what did Adam think of Chris Claremont's The Hunstmen debuting in WildC.A.T.s and more 90's comic book nostalgia. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank An...
May 05, 2021•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 33
Wizard magazine LOVED Valiant comics and this Special Edition magazine, The Beginning of the Valiant Era is a love letter to the house that Jim Shooter built (then was kicked out of). Chris Bailey aka @Charlton_Hero joins Adam to deep dive into the world of Solar, X-O Manowar, Shadowman, Turok, Ninjak, Magnus Robot Fighter & More with a healthy dose of adoration and mockery in this full length bonus episode. It's the ultimate 90's comic book exploration, so listen now! Thanks to our monthly ...
Apr 28, 2021•1 hr 37 min
On this installment of the Wizard Files we are joined by Co-President of Archie Comics, prolific author and former Wizard Associate Editor, Alex Segura who reveals how he used to scoop Wizard while writing for Newsarama, becoming buddies with Brad Meltzer and Jimmy Palmiotti, plus what it was like pitching Wizard on stories from the other side while working for DC Comics. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis...
Apr 27, 2021•47 min•Ep. 17
This edition of WIZARDS 1/2 is full of surprises. Find out which Marvel comic of the 90's made Steven cry, Michael discovers a new super-heroine he doesn;t hate and Adam reviews Ghost Rider 2099! Plus there were so many awesome giveaway contests in Wizard 32 we had to give them their own segment! 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 ...
Apr 21, 2021•42 min•Ep. 32
Adam returns to the podcast just in time to join Michael and Steven in reviewing both Batman/SPAWN crossovers, dissecting the Wizard Scavenger Hunt, exploring Jim Valentino's ShadowHawk, sampling Swedish Death metal songs about Wolverine and witnessing Todd McFarlane defend Rob Liefeld against the haters! 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 Blackm...
Apr 14, 2021•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 32
This edition of The Wizard Files is "Going Hollywood" as we talk with former Wizard Staff Writer, Todd Casey about heading "Out West" to do set visits for Catwoman & Constantine, then hobnobbing with Jeph & Geoff at their office bungalow. Plus, the legend of "Convention Joe", covert interviews with comics legend, Jim Steranko, Wizard office hijinks and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Phill...
Apr 12, 2021•54 min•Ep. 16
In this edition of WIZARDS 1/2 Michael deals with the fallout from his disregard for ElfQuest during "Cannetti's Revenge" and goes through the inaugural Top 10 Heroes & Villains list with Steven. Adam reviews Gen 13 1/2 and issue #0, then debuts an original song inspired by "Fairchild". Plus Homemade Heroes, Hunk & Babe of the Month, Top 10 comics and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Philli...
Apr 07, 2021•46 min•Ep. 31
This April Fool’s Day, we invite you to experience the EXPLOSIVE 1st episode of HEROES: The Illustrated Podcast. Join cousins Joey J., BLAZE and Kurt as they take you back to the 90’s comic scene through the pages of HERO Illustrated, the ultimate comics magazine. Learn why HERO was better than Wizard and well…not much else. This is the most EXTREME version of 90’s comics nostalgia, so subscribe now, Suckers! Plus, special bonus commentary on HERO Illustrated from former Wizard editor, Brian Cun...
Mar 31, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 1
Episode 15 of The Wizard Files features the Titanic Tale of TJ Dietsch, a comics fan who worked his way up from intern, to Research Assistant, to Associate Editor of ToyFare and witnessed the final days of Wizard magazine. Hear stories of an unproduced Stan Lee Tribute issue (he was fine), whether or not TJ is Alex Ross’ wife and Wizard volunteers playing “Human Traffic Cones”. Listen now for all the behind the scenes fun. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark ...
Mar 29, 2021•48 min•Ep. 15
What exactly is Cannetti’s Revenge? With Adam returning next episode, he gave Michael free reign to do whatever he wanted for the coverage of issue 31. The Result? This is the most OUT OF CONTROL edition of WIZARDS ever! Michael is cussing up a storm while hopped up on Caffeinated Booze and ends up more lost than usual as Steven tries to get him to talk about John Byrne and the crew launching LEGEND, Erik Larsen’s Savage Dragon, the legacy of ElfQuest and more 90’s comic book news. It’s raucous,...
Mar 24, 2021•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 31
"Villains are a superstitious and cowardly lot", so join the WIZARDS crew and special guest, John Torrani as they dive into THE DARK BOOK by Wizard magazine and learn the secrets of the most villainous characters in comics. The Top 5 Villains will SHOCK you, the Villain Hall of Shame will MOCK you and if you tweet at Rob Liefeld he'll BLOCK you (just kidding). The Dark Book is Special Edition magazine worthy of devious discussion, so listen or die...or just listen. The choice is yours. Thanks to...
Mar 18, 2021•1 hr 25 min
Mike Fasolo, Emmy Award winning writer for Robot Chicken and former Head of Research at Wizard magazine joins us to share his unique perspective on working at the Guide To Comics from 1994-2001. Hear tales of late night Magic:The Gathering sessions with the InQuest crew, ExLax Brownie pranks, "selling out" to join the "Upstairs People" and a Gorilla attack? Yes, it's true! This episode has it all, so listen now. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Jo...
Mar 15, 2021•43 min•Ep. 14
On this Mini-Episode the crew discuss the Top 10 Comics list, the winners of the Midnight Sons custom action figure contest and the history of Ashcan comics. Plus Adam reviews the original Gen 13 mini-series from Image and you'll get a preview of our Patreon Exclusive discussion of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie from 1990! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Rus...
Mar 10, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 30
This time around we're Gabbin' with Goldstein, Doug Goldstein! Known these days as a producer/writer of Robot Chicken and creator of Devil May Care, Doug tells stories of his early days as a founding contributor to Wizard magazine who literally gave the shirt off his back (and a whole lot more) for The Guide To Comics over the years. Plus we get the final word on the 30 year old question, "Could Iron Man defeat the X-Men?" and more behind the scenes fun! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wol...
Mar 08, 2021•51 min•Ep. 13
"This podcast sucks!" "Shut up, Butthead. WIZARDS Rules!" Episode 30 is worthy of Cornholi as Michael and Steven are joined by Stacey Rader aka @Geeky_Vixen to talk action figures, Beavis and Butthead at Marvel comics, action figures, why 90's Iron Man was boring and did we mention action figures? So join the WIZARDS crew as they play with their toys. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Phillip Sevy Robb Ma...
Mar 03, 2021•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 30
For Episode 12 we're going back to the beginning of Wizard, with a man who was there before the magazine even existed! Brian Cunningham was a stalwart during his 15 year career as an Editor for the Guide To Comics and gives us his oh so humble take on the rise and fall of this influential publication. Plus, Brian reveals the culprit behind the biggest prank ever perpetrated in the Wizard offices and more behind the scenes fun! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger M...
Mar 01, 2021•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 12
This MEGA-EPISODE is more than just our standard WIZARDS 1/2 content. To complete our coverage of the 300 page year ender, we've compiled another full length episode filled with lists covering the best comics and action figures of 1993, Wizard's predictions for 2004 and the biggest changes to major characters. Plus, Adam kicks off the new Gen13 Line segment with behind the scenes stories of the book's origin, name change and delayed release. While you enjoy the fun, we're gonna go take a nap, WH...
Feb 24, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 29
Issue 29 of Wizard is a 300 Page Year End Spectacular! Michael and Steven are joined by comics fan funny man, Bob Winters to look back on the trends and tragedies of comics in 1993, while exploring the promised new era of gimmick-free greatness in 1994. Discussion topics include Zero Issues, Rob Liefeld's unproduced Youngblood cartoon, Fleer Ultra X-men trading cards, the POGs craze and so much more! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper...
Feb 17, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 29
Former Staff Writer, Kiel Phegley joins us this time around to discuss why he interned at DC before joining the team at The Guide To Comics, tells the legend of "Mantern", how he created controversy for Alex Ross and reveals what it takes to get FIRED from Wizard. 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 Decent Damon Bjorn watson Ryot ac...
Feb 16, 2021•51 min•Ep. 11
We love our listeners, so here's a Bonus Episode for you to enjoy this Valentine's Day. It's a LOVE STORY as we explore the romantic life of Bruce Wayne in the 1993 animated film, Batman: Mask of the Phantasm. Adam, Michael and Steven are joined by animation buff, Erik Johnson @illustratorerik to dive deep on this box office flop that has become revered among Bat-Fans and kids of the 90's. Listen to geeky gabbin' now! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp S...
Feb 14, 2021•1 hr 27 min
Calling this a Mini-Episode is selling it short, this WIZARDS ½ installment is crammed full of comics fun! Steven and Michael break down WIZARDS Top 10 Comics list, while Adam reviews the 1993 DC Comics Bloodlines event. Plus more changes as we present the final Amazing Art segment and Michael morphs the Contest Quiz into a giveaway where YOU can win. Hunks, Babes and so much more. Listen now! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Pa...
Feb 10, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 28
Aye Caramba! Episode 28 is packed with radioactive retro comics fun as Adam, Michael & Steven are joined by Erik Johnson aka @illustratorerik to explore the launch of Bongo Comics featuring The Simpsons, interviews with comics legends John Byrne, Barry Windsor-Smith, Sam Keith and Joe Quesada. Plus the crew learn previously unrevealed “secrets” about Adam, review The Good Guys by DEFIANT and somehow end up discussing the “The Long Island Lolita”. It's geeky, it's groovy, it's totally 90's! T...
Feb 03, 2021•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 28
This edition of WIZARDS 1/2 is full of new segments and special guests! Michael & Steven review the Top 10 Comics of October 1993, Adam reviews the Marvel 2099 Comics crossover "Fall of the Hammer" and discover what books Michael's been reading lately. Plus our Hunk and Babe of the Month gets a female perspective as @AnnieXFlowers joins the mini-episode crew. All this and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthe...
Jan 27, 2021•59 min•Ep. 27
BONUS EPISODE! Join Adam and Steven as they go back in time to explore the wonders of ComicFest '93 through the pages of the Wizard Souvenir Program Guide to the event. Special guest, Dean aka @RevengerLamar actually attended the convention and shares awesome stories of seeing totally 90's costumed characters, promotional merchandise and even a run-in with Gareb Shamus himself! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew To...
Jan 20, 2021•58 min
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! It's time to experience the ultimate shameless 90's comics podcast gimmick, WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics! Ready to get EXTREME and join the Cool C.O.R.P.S. to become one of the WIZARDS elite? Listen as Adam explains all the perks you'll get by becoming a Patreon member and figure out which rewards will make you geek heart glow. We're excited to bring you even more of our brand of retro comics fun, so take a listen now! https://www.patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS Thanks to ...
Jan 15, 2021•6 min
Exciting announcements abound on Episode 27 as Michael and Adam reveal the identity of their NEW co-host and the details of WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics! Plus discussions of Jim Lee’s plans for the future of WildC.A.T.S franchise, Alan Moore’s legacy in comics, the hottest new artists of 1993, Manga in America, Jeff Smith’s Bone comics 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 t...
Jan 13, 2021•2 hr 1 min•Ep. 27
In this mini-episode Michael explores reader art, fan-made comic heroes, custom action figures found in Wizard number 26 and gets help from the listeners to complete the Spider-Man themed contest quiz. Plus, Adam gets sexy with the Hunk and Babe of the Month and reviews Spider-man 2099 issues 11-15 on the 2099 Hotline. 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 Wolle...
Jan 06, 2021•43 min•Ep. 26
