Fireside Chats - Comic Book Podcast

Hope you can keep up Firesiders, because this issue is all about speed! Flash War just wrapped up and we finally have a true definitive answer to who the fastest speedster is in the DC Universe. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they give a quick break down of the importance of Flash War (a Spoiler Warning is in order), speculations on how it changes things, and the top 10 fastest characters running around DC comics right now. Plus the return of a sorely missed member of the Flash family. Welcome to Fireside!

We‘re back! We have prepared some of the newest of news from around the ComicSphere, and are ready to do this. Let’s break it down. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they talk about another new X-Men team, the Marvel What if books are back, Leaked Footage of Shazam, and Aquaman’s first movie poster. That’s tip of the iceberg dear Firesiders. As I said, we’re ready... Let’s do this. Welcome to Fireside.

Enough time has past dear Firesiders. It’s time to enter the Quantum Realm. That’s right, at this point we have all had a chance to see Ant-Man and The Wasp so let’s break this tiny Goliath down. Join Mendte, Maurer, Features, and Felix Hergood of the The Emergent Gamer Podcast as they talk about their thoughts on the Ant-Man second outing on the big Screen. Not just what they thought, but how does it relate to the comics? Who is Ghost? How does it fit in with Infinity War? If you have seen the movie, press play and let’s get crazy, sexy, fine. Spoiler alert. Welcome to Fireside.

Welcome Firesiders.  It's Not New News and we aren't breaking down the latest Netflix show or MCU blockbuster.  Today we are remembering one of the biggest comic book legends ever.  Steve Ditko was a recluse that stayed away from fame and fans alike. He focused on his art and whatever was up next.  We lost Steve recently and it wouldn't be right if we didn't take a moment to talk about how he impacted the comic world and the Fireside Crew directly.  So sit back, relax, and grab your tissues as we remember Steve Ditko.  Goodbye from Fireside.

Hurry Firesiders! We don’t have much time! The news will only be new for so long. We have a lot to go over and only a half hour...ish to do it. Join your hosts Mendte, Maurer, Features, and Baby Huey as they jam as much information as a half hour...esk will fit. The guys talk about Nic Cage joining the Spider-Verse, Deadpool taking on Black Panther, Stan Lee and Ant-Man, as well as the old Colosus/Gambit wedding switcheroo. We have waisted enough time, let’s do this. Like right now.... hit play. Go ahead... Welcome to Fireside, but Seriously though...

Sweet Christmas Firesiders! Season 2 of Luke Cage has been out long enough - It’s time we did our spoiler review. See what Mendte and Features thought of Harlem’s bulletproof hero’s sophomore season. Maurer couldn’t make it because... well... it’s a Netflix show and the only bingeing Maurer does is drinking. In his stead, Mendte and Features are join by Fireside vet, but first time guest - the white whale, Captain Marvel himself, Jesse. See what they thought of Luke, Shades, Bushmaster, Mariah Dill...er... I mean Stokes... and where this season fits in our Netflix hierarchy. So from Gangster to Gangster, Welcome to Fireside!

Happy 4th of July Fireside Family! As you prepare for the festivities, or make your way to the comic shop to pick up that Batman Wedding Issue, why not catch up on a little of the Comicsphere’s newest of news. Join Mendte, Maurer, Features, and periodically Baby Huey from off mic, as they cover all the comic related current events (which Mendte can never say properly for some reason). As we said, you have the Batman Wedding is full swing, but find out what happened between DC Comics and The NY Times (spoilers). We also talk about Venom’s God, New Firefly, the Morbius and Leto anger, and much, much more. Grab a burger, a beer, and press play while you wait for those fireworks. Welcome to Fireside.

What's going on Firesiders? It's Saturday and Mendte is still on vacation at the Jersey Shore.  But it's not all sunscreen and boardwalk fries for your favorite Fireside hosts.  It's time for them to do battle.  This time it's hero vs hero as the Fireside Crew take on the Justice League (Kinda).  Mendte, Mr. Maurer and Features will battle Superman, Batman, and Aquaman! Welcome to Fireside.

Greetings and salutations Fireside Faithful.  Wednesday is upon us once again and you know that can mean only one thing. New News!  Join Mr. Maurer and P. Features as they have a very special phone in guest. Mendte.  The guys are bringing all of the latest "Comic Related Current Events" Including news on the TMNT Reboot, AMC-Ya Comic Book Men, and a Spider-Man related leak not from Tom Holland.  All that plus X-Force and DC Black label news, Luke Cage reactions and Swamp Thing news, Homecomings sequel's title and more upcoming spider-verse films, and much much more.  So sit back and enjoy this extended issue of Fireside Chats. Welcome to Fireside!

Greetings again Firesiders! Today we have even more great interviews from this years Great Philadelphia Comic Con.  Mr. Maurer had the chance to talk to so many great creators at the show.  Josh Dahl talks to us about his villainous hero or heroic villain (Depending on your take.)  Dirk Manning dives deep into ice cream and writing.  Mr. Maurer takes a moment to talk to the writer of his all time favorite graphic novel Michael San Giacomo to catch up and take a look at what's on the horizon. Lastly (But definitely not least)  we hear from Ben Goldsmith talk about his book Seance Room as well as some light Mendte Bashing.  Welcome to Fireside.

Welcome back Firesiders! The time is now and the news is new. That’s right Fireside Faithful, as you get this weeks new books, find out what else is happening around the Comicsphere. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features, the hosts that you have just grown use too at this point, as they sum up what’s happened in comics last week. Table top comics, Red Hood’s new duds, PS4s Spider-Man Comic cannon introduction, and so much more. So get your books, tune in, and welcome to Fireside.

Welcome back Firesiders! Today’s topic is obviously an in-depth discussion about two drugged, demonic, batteries. Confused? Well welcome to the world of Cloak and Dagger. With their show new on Freeform and Hulu, we figured it’s time for another breakdown. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they talk about the origins, powers, and history of Tyrone and Tandy. From their creation to the silver screen debut, tune in and learn how is the show differs from the book. Welcome to Fireside.

Welcome back Fireside Faithful! Wednesday is here and we all should know what that means by now... new comics and new news. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Features as they unpack some of the biggest stories from around the ComicSphere. With Geoff Johns stepping down over at DC entertainment, what does it mean for the DCEU? Plus the new Spider-Man Into The Spider-Verse trailer, and debut of Cloak and Dagger on Freeform, and much more. So tune in and let’s get this going. Welcome to Fireside!

Topping Dark Night: Metal is no easy task Firesiders. That story had everything, including a ride on a Joker Dragon. So preparing the DC Universe for something bigger would be a daunting task to say the least... unless you’re Scott Snyder. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Baby Huey as they breakdown Metal’s follow up - Justice League: No Justice. How does No Justice affect the DC landscape? What does it mean for the future of DC Comics? And what the hell are Omega Titans? The story my only be four issues, but it’s impact will probably last for years to come. Press play and find out what we think. As always, Welcome to Fireside.

Maurers reign is over Firesiders, Mendte is back and things are as they should be once more. Well... kinda... Features is missing. Again. He’s like the ending to Infinity War - although we miss him now, we know he’ll be back. In the mean time Baby Huey is here and ready to pick up the slack. On this issue of the newest of news, we have the return of Wolverine (although he’s been back for a bit now) and his new power, Jean Grey hints at her true power, Solo: The Awesome disappointment, Leto’s Joker is getting a his own movie, and much more. Plus Maurer reveals his true feelings for Jar Jar Binks. You don’t want to miss this one Fireside Faithful. As always, Welcome to Fireside.