Mike and Adam look to the comic book world of the 21st century as they explore the Wizard 2000 issue in the WILD CARD format. Topics include fanboy dream projects, prediction about the future by comic book pros, industry reactions to Gareb Shamus launching his Black Bull line of comics and so much more! WIZARDS is publishing a comic book! That's right, our Kickstarter campaign for ARMORED 1/2 is launching soon to bring you an exclusive 24 page comic filled with Wizard magazine style features tha...
Nov 27, 2024•1 hr 12 min
Our ARMORED 1/2 Kickstarter campaign is getting ready to launch. Follow the campaign at this link to be notified when it goes live. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/wizardspodcast/armored-1-2-wizards-the-podcast-guide-to-comics?ref=3ij6ts As part of that project, we've been interviewing Wizard staffers and even "The Big Cheese" himself, Gareb Shamus, for an exclusive article in the book. In this Bonus interview, we share a clip of Gareb talking about the origins of 1/2 issue comics, but also...
Nov 25, 2024•18 min
In this special bonus edition of The Wizard Files we talk to former Marvel Comics editor, Jason Liebig about the creation and launch of the Counter X line of books in 2000, which included new directions for X-Man, Generation X and X-Force imagined by Warren Ellis. Learn about Jason's attempts to get Mike Allred and Frank Cho to work on Marvel comics, plus what does Rob Liefeld have to do with the origins of Counter X? Listen now and find out, geeks! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollensc...
Nov 20, 2024•27 min
Adam is joined by returning guest and comic book artist, Phillip Sevy to talk about Wizard's Best of the Best awards for 1999, the 10 Overused Comics Book Plot Lines and a Last Man Standing battle between Darth Vader and Darth Maul. Plus, a Marvel Knights Daredevil movie Casting Call and more! Hear this episode UNCUT, plus get a PDF scan of the issue, our Patreon exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and so much more by subscribing to patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5 a month! Thanks to our mo...
Nov 13, 2024•53 min
It's our 5th anniversary, our 300th episode and issue 100 of Wizard magazine! All four WIZARDS hosts Adam, Mike, Michael and Steven reunite to discuss the best comics of the 20th century (according to the Wizard staff), the best comics publisher going into the year 2000, the first announcement of Hugh Jackman as Wolverine and so much more. It's a celebration, Geeks and we thank you for joining us on this journey for five awesome years! What better way to celebrate than by taking your WIZARDS exp...
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 100
Doom returns to pester Adam as he explores a Last Woman Standing battle between Vampirella and Buffy The Vampire Slayer, a Spawn movie sequel Casting Call, Top 10 Comics and more. Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5 a month! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan ...
Oct 30, 2024•44 min
Adam and Mike are joined by Anthony from the Comics & Chronic podcast (and creator of the new comic SuperGuy) to tear through the Wizard Wolverine Special Edition magazine from 1999. Topics include how Wolverine would fare while battling superheroes from throughout comicdom, how the Ol' Canucklehead would defeat his X-Men team members, the best and weirdest Wolverine stories and so much more. Lots of laughs with Logan in this episode! This episode is sponsored by halloweencostumes.com where ...
Oct 23, 2024•1 hr 5 min
This episode belongs to DOOM! That's right, Doctor Doom himself attempts to conquer the WIZARDS podcast by sitting in with Mike Schwartz to discuss the comic book news of 1999 including a First Look at Stephen Platt's Soul Saga, the plans of comic book bad guys in the year 2000, an interview with Darth Maul aka Ray Park and more DOOM than than you can shake an armored fist at. Want to SEE Doom in costume recording an UNCUT version of this episode, plus get a PDF scan of the issue and more? Join ...
Oct 16, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 99
Adam and Mike explore an MC2 movie Casting Call, Last Man Standing battle between Ultron and Metallo, Mort of the Month, plus lots of fun late 90's comic book history. This episode is sponsored by halloweencostumes.com where you can get 20% off one item by visiting their website using this link today https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?usource=lc&utm_medium=affiliate&network=LinkConnector&utm_source=lc&lctid=Cj0KCQjw3vO3BhCqARIsAEWblcDh3ScNqIr8VuxF5fSFAmK6vwyq8MP6ruD4Vp79kDpXvHvRx...
Oct 09, 2024•52 min
If you're not subscribed to our YouTube channel, you've been missing out on our new comic book reviews called the WIZARDS Wednesday Rewind. Each week we buy new comics voted on by our social media followers and give our reviews in all new videos. Most recently we discussed the DC All In special from DC Comics and Hyde Street from Ghost Machine. Could this be the LAST ever WIZARDS Wednesday Rewind? It's up to you, Geeks! Listen now and find out how you can save the day! You can also watch this vi...
Oct 07, 2024•27 min
Adam and Mike are getting geeky talking about the the Batman-Books in the year 2000, Jeph Loeb and Joe Kelly on Superman, Marvel Knights Year 2, reviewing Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely's JLA: Earth II and so much more! This episode is sponsored by halloweencostumes.com where you can get 20% off one item by visiting their website using this link today https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?usource=lc&utm_medium=affiliate&network=LinkConnector&utm_source=lc&lctid=Cj0KCQjw3vO3BhCqARI...
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 98
We're joined by Michael Sherrin and Zach Harrison, two friends of 20 years who met as interns at Wizard magazine in 2004 and found themselves interviewing comic book pros like Mark Waid, Dan Slott and even Rob Liefeld during their time with the magazine! They share behind the scenes stories of getting the inside scoop on DC Comics' Infinite Crisis, spending quality time with Gareb Shamus and more. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Da...
Sep 25, 2024•49 min
PATREON PREVIEW, means you get all the perks of being an official Geek! In this UNCUT episode, Adam is joined by Chris from worldofwildstorm.com and comic book artist, Philip Sevy to discuss the hype for the house that Jim Lee built in the Wizard Wildstorm special from 1999. It's Cliffhanger!, Homage Studios, ABC and more as we explore the post DC buyout era of this imprint and the wide variety of books being published at the turn of the century. You can NOW access the PDF scan of the issue, a v...
Sep 17, 2024•2 hr
For years, Wizard magazine reported on the promise of a Gen13 animated film based on the Wildstorm comic drawn by J. Scott Campbell and written by Brandon Choi. The director came from Batman The Animated Series, the cast included Mark Hamill and Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers, plus there was plenty of titilating imagery to be had. But although completed, the film was never released and was only seen via convention sold bootlegs. Well now, we are reviewing this lost film and delving deep into th...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 10 min
Wild Card madness continues as we dive into even more randomness found in Wizard issue 97, discussing pro wrestlers who deserved their own comic book, previously unexplained details about Kevin Smith selling off his comic book collection to finance Clerks and Lasek eye surgery at the Wildstorm offices? All this, plus an in-depth chat with Kevin Hellions about the Wizard Q+A with Harlan Ellison! Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early ...
Sep 04, 2024•1 hr 12 min
This WIZARDS WILD CARD episode finds the hosts discussing pro wrestling crossing over into comics of the late 90's, Marvel's MC2 universe, Batgirl through the years and so much more! Get access to the ultimate WIZARDS experience including PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5 a month! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan P...
Aug 28, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 97
We interview veteran comic book inker, John Livesay about his career working for Top Cow, Extreme Studios, Marvel, DC Comics and more all throughout the 90's and beyond. Plus, we learn about his lifelong comic book collecting hobby and personal experience trying to get recognized in Wizard magazine, among many other amazing stories. Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get an UNCUT early release version of this episode, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at Patre...
Aug 21, 2024•52 min
Mike Schwartz returns to report on his visit to San Diego ComicCon 2024, then the hosts discuss a Last Man Standing battle between Iron Man and Kyle Rayner/Green Lantern, a Casting Call for Young Justice, the Top 10 Comics and more. Plus, a special segment where Adam interview Paxton Holley about attending the first Star Wars Celebration event in 1999. Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super ...
Aug 14, 2024•59 min
Adam is joined by super 90's comics collector, Robb Holmes (@rholmes0520) to review Rising Stars by J. Michael Straczynski, get into the sillier side of X-Men comics, explore Wizard's summer travel guide to superhero theme park rides, dive deep into comic book movie rumors of 1999 and so much more! Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS fo...
Aug 07, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 96
Adam is joined by lifelong Avengers fan, Kevin Hellions to discuss the Wizard Avengers Special from 1999 that explores the decades long history of Earth's Mightiest Heroes. The Wizard research staff went above and beyond in finding trivia, so join the hosts as they explore so many sidebars delving deep into the lore of Marvel's premiere superteam. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Phillip Sevy Robb Matt F...
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Original WIZARDS co-host, Michael Cannetti returns to announce his new So You Want To Be A Geek show on Geekster, joining Adam to discuss hilarious Pokemon/Superhero Amalgams, a Mutant X Casting Call, groan his way through a Wizard Top 10 list and so much more! 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 acovi...
Jul 24, 2024•39 min
We explore the world of Alan Moore's America's Best Comics line, check out Wizard previews of The New Warriors relaunch, Batman: Dark Victory, Speed Racer, Batman: War On Crime, the mystery of "Dark Flash", X-amine the casting rumors for the X-Men movie, rant against South Park making the cover of this issue and so much more. Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at ...
Jul 17, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 95
Mike and Adam review Young Justice, Avengers Forever and the Marvel Knights Daredevil. Plus a Captain America Casting Call, Mort of the Month and Mike reports on his signing event at The Secret Stash and meeting Kevin Smith! Get more out of your WIZARDS experience by joining our Patreon for just $5/mo at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS to get PDF scans of the issues, UNCUT, early release episodes, our bonus 90's Super Cinema podcast and more. Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron...
Jul 10, 2024•51 min
We've UNLOCKED an episode of our Patreon exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast to celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Shadow which was released on July 1, 1994 starring Alec Baldwin, future Magneto Ian McKellan, the amazing Tim Curry and so many more. Join Adam aka The Shadow Superfan, Michael and Pete as they dissect the film's quirks and perks. You can get our monthly 90's Super Cinema podcast by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5 a month, where you'll also get early ...
Jul 01, 2024•42 min
Wizard goes "Hollywood" this issue, exploring the details of the court battle over the Spider-Man film rights, following Todd McFarlane through appearances on Howard Stern and other high profile shows, visiting Jay & Silent Bob's Secret Stash with Kevin Smith and so much more. Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5 a month!...
Jun 26, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 94
We're joined by Brad Gullickson from the Comic Book Couples Counseling podcast for a very fun discussion about the Wizard X-Men Special issue from 1999 including the outrageous creation of your favorite mutants, the 10 Best X-Men stories ever told, learning how Wolverine got his Adamantium back and so much more. You can enjoy an UNCUT version of this episode with extra conversation and a scan of the issue, plus many more perks by joining our Patreon at patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5/mo to...
Jun 19, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Phillip Sevy returns to give us a professional comic book artist's take on the Basic Training tutorial, review Mutant X and the Marvel Knights Inhumans series, discuss the Mort of the Month and more! Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5 a month! Thanks to our monthly supporters Alex Wollenschlaeger Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth...
Jun 12, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Laugh (and groan) as we explore the Wizard April Fool's Day issue from 1999 with special guest and comic book artist, Phillip Sevy. Phil shares some amazing stories about meeting Jim Lee and Michael Turner at San Diego ComicCon as a kid, having dinner with Todd McFarlane and Marc Silvestri, plus we test his comic book knowledge in our CBIQ segment. This episode features the highest ratio of "Damage Control" sirens ever, so be warned...attempted 90's comedy ahead! Want MORE out of your WIZARDS ex...
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 93
We're talking to Francis Manapul of Ghost Machine about his current project The Rocketfellers, plus diving deep into his history working with Top Cow on Witchblade, DC Comics The Flash for the New 52 and did you know he's a Wizard magazine fan? All these stories and so much more. Ghost Machine’s groundbreaking creator collective was launched at New York Comic Con in October 2023 and features a global best-of-class lineup of artists and writers whose award-winning and iconic works include a who’s...
May 29, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 43
In this edition of WIZARDS 1/2 we weigh in on a Last Woman Standing battle between Black Widow and Catwoman, reveal deleted scenes from Batman The Animated Series and explore the insanely creative mind of Grant Morrison. Plus contests, Mort of the Month, the lost Preacher film and more! Want to take your WIZARDS experience to the next level? Get PDF scans of Wizard magazine, UNCUT early release episodes, our exclusive 90's Super Cinema podcast and more at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for just $5 a ...
May 22, 2024•39 min
