Best Bronze Age Monsters Podcasts (2025)

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S07E09: Atlas/Seaboard - Police Action (YouTube LIVE!) 2:16:16

14d ago2:16:16

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For our final season, we're covering the short life of Martin Goodman's Atlas/Seaboard comics by reviewing all the debut issues from their line. WATCH IT ON YOUTUBE! https://youtube.com/live/FxDNA8jYfpo Goodman also published a POLICE ACTION at the pre-Marvel Atlas. This one seems to appeal to fans of the swarms of detectives and cops that cluttere…

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Nietzsche, the birth of tragedy, and the technology trap | Babette Babich 24:19

1d ago24:19

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Nietzsche, the birth of tragedy, and the technology trap with Babette Babich Babette Babich discusses Nietzsche, the importance of tragedy, and the danger of technology interfering with our judgement. Babette Babich is a world renowned Professor of Philosophy at Fordham University in New York. In this in-depth interview, she looks to Nietzsche's Bi…

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The philosophy of fun | Myriam François, Freya India, James Tartaglia 50:35

11d ago50:35

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The essential philosophy of fun Do we need to have fun or is it an unnecessary excess? Are we living in an age of fun's decline, what with the moralism and strictures of Gen Z, or is there something else going on? On this panel, our three guests - philosopher James Tartaglia, film-maker Myriam François, and writer Freya India - dive into the idea o…

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Aliens Transplant MAN’S BRAIN Into MONSTER'S BODY! 4:10:11

13d ago4:10:11

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Steven & Chris explore the rocky emotional terrain winding through the first four issues of Paul Chadwick’s imposingly granite-bodied softie, the brooding giant who is CONCRETE (Dark Horse Comics, 1987). COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekly podcast, screenwriters Steven Bagatourian (…

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Neoliberalism: A Soviet nightmare | Abby Innes 31:25

15d ago31:25

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There is an old Soviet joke, ‘Capitalism is the exploitation of man by man. Communism is its exact opposite.’ On the surface, neoliberalism, with its emphasis on free markets, competition and privatisation, is as far removed as possible from the Soviet Union. But behind the policies, could they be guided by the same false utopianism? Abby Innes, pr…

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The dark side of chasing rewards | Paul Bloom, Nancy Sherman, and Dan Ariely 46:48

18d ago46:48

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Something for nothing Do rewards and incentives damage our humanity? In much of our personal and professional lives, we receive rewards for good behaviour and carrying out our responsibilities. But, evidence now suggests there are risks to this approach. Studies show rewards can damage wellbeing, fostering dependence and undermining our own sense o…

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Rethinking the Enlightenment | Historian Aviva Chomsky 26:24

24d ago26:24

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The spectre of the Enlightenment What the Enlightenment a net positive or a net negative? Or is that the wrong question, and should we look at it simply as a historical period? Join Professor of History Aviva Chomsky as she dissects one of the most important periods in modern history from the lens of a critical historian. The Enlightenment was not …

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S07E08: Atlas/Seaboard - Planet of Vampires 1:38:17

28d ago1:38:17

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Jeff Rovin wanted Atlas to publish The Omega Man comic book, but when he couldn't secure the rights to it, they came up with PLANET OF VAMPIRES, a mash-up of I AM LEGEND and PLANET OF THE APES written by Larry Hama with an art team of Pat Broderick & Frank McLaughlin. We're joined by Russ & Josh from Taste the Pod of Dracula. WATCH THE EPISODE WITH…

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Was Karl Marx misunderstood? | Terry Eagleton on the forgotten ideals of Marxism 24:23

29d ago24:23

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Why Marx was right Having fallen out of favour around the turn of the century, Marxism is now back in fashion, often playing the role of an alternative to the increasingly right-wing politics of the modern world. Once the guiding ideology of Korean guerillas and Hampstead screenwriters alike, Marxism is back and taking universities and intellectual…

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The power and the pitfalls of narrative | Matthew Beaumont, Ruth Padel, and Theodore Dalrymple 42:34

1M ago42:34

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Lost in stories Is life a story or a sequence of events? Our narratives enable us to make sense of the complex, often confusing, world that we live in. And yet there is a risk that rather than helping us to truly understand this world, narratives can hide reality from us, providing delusional states of mind in its place. From witch hunts to cults, …

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CRYB! Interview: LADRÖNN (Final Incal, Sons of El Topo, Metal Hurlant, Cable, The Inhumans) 2:18:04

1M ago2:18:04

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Steven and Chris sit down with legendary Mexican comic book artist, Jose Ladrönn, for a lively discussion about his influences, his work with Alejandro Jodorosky on the FINAL INCAL and SONS OF EL TOPO, plus a whole host of indispensable advice. COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekly po…

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Reflections on mental health today | Interview | Susie Orbach 23:02

1M ago23:02

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The dark side of 'mental health' with Susie Orbach Why are psychotherapy, psychology, psychoanalysis, therapy so popular today? Do these respond to a new need in our society or are they evolutions of age-old human approaches to resolution and knowing oneself? Join psychotherapist and psychoanalyst (famously Princess Diana's therapist!) Susie Orbach…

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The Greatest Comic of the 00s? - Lewis and Leon's Masterpiece 1:46:58

1M ago1:46:58

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Steven and Chris vividly discuss John-Paul Leon and Brett Lewis' post-Cold War crime magnum opus, THE WINTER MEN (Image Comics, 2005). COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekly podcast, screenwriters Steven Bagatourian (AMERICAN GUN) and Christopher Derrick (STAR TREK: PICARD) discuss the…

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The life and philosophy of Peter Singer | In conversation with Myriam François 25:56

1M ago25:56

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Peter Singer is one of the world's leading philosophers, renowned for his challenging and often controversial views. From animal ethics to effective altruism, Singer has shaped the philosophical landscape. In this episode we uncover the key events in his life that led to his ideas, and hear him answer his critics and defend the convictions that hav…

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S07E07: Atlas/Seaboard - Morlock 2001 1:36:20

2M ago1:36:20

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For our final season, we're covering the short life of Martin Goodman's Atlas/Seaboard comics by reviewing all the debut issues from their line. What do you get when you make a stew out of Orwell's 1984 heavily seasoned with Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451 and generous pinches of A Clockwork Orange and a dash of The Time Machine? Why, Michael Fleisher's …

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The price of everything, value of nothing | Politics series | Daniel Susskind, Abby Innes, Will Hutton, Richard Kibble 51:30

2M ago51:30

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Under capitalism, it can be hard to disentangle an idea of 'value' from that which the market sets as 'valuable' - that is to say, expensive items. Is the price mechanism in any way a useful or accurate way of representing value, or are we unable to measure what we really value through it? Join our panel of four diverse social scientists to make se…

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The crisis of the new | Stanley Fish, Claire Hynes, and Martin Puchner 59:13

2M ago59:13

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Is genuine originality a realistic goal for artists? From fashion to fantasy, entertainment to enterprise, we seek the 'new' as the means to originality, change, and creativity. And for the most part, we imagine the new is always identifiable as a radical break from the past. But the nature of the new is more elusive and unknown than it first appea…

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Sartre vs Baldwin | Joanna Kavenna, Jonathan Webber, and Marie-Elsa Bragg 44:30

2M ago44:30

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We take it for granted that through language and communication we can learn about the experience of others. But it remains unknown whether we can fully know what it is like to be another human being. James Baldwin and Jean-Paul Sartre take radically different approaches. For Sartre, the experience of others is unknown to us. Fundamentally, we are a…

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S07E06: Atlas/Seaboard - Devilina (w/ Ben Potter) 2:04:07

2M ago2:04:07

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For our final season, we're covering the short life of Martin Goodman's Atlas/Seaboard comics by reviewing all the debut issues from their line. This episode, we cover Seaboard's swipe at Warren Publishing and Marvel's Curtis magazines...the horror anthology DEVILINA! Watch it on YouTube with BEAUTIFUL B&W ART! https://youtu.be/Az-xzgNzgzE MAIL: br…

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The philosophy of geopolitics SPECIAL | Donald Trump, Homer's Odyssey, and Korean Web Novels 43:55

2M ago43:55

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What do Friedrich Nietzsche, the Korean War, and Homer's Odyssey have in common? Join the team at the IAI for four articles about the history and philosophy of geopolitics, ranging from Nietzsche's impact on Russia's imperialist strategies to the importance of Ancient Greek tragedies during the decline of the West. Written by Slavoj Žižek, John Mil…

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The philosophy of dehumanisation | David Livingstone Smith 31:21

2M ago31:21

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The philosophy of dehumanisation with David Livingstone Smith In this exclusive interview, philosopher David Livingstone Smith explores the history, nature, and evolution of dehumanisation. As what is 'acceptable' in society changes, so do the tactics of undercover dehumanisation. How can we identify these, and how might we progress? Smith's soluti…

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B.A.M. Shadow Show #111 - Skull the Slayer! 29:08

2M ago29:08

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We make the Shadow Show every other week for our Patreon supporters, but we're giving this one out as a sample. If you enjoy, consider backing the show on Patreon for future episodes and access to the archives of previous eps. We discuss Marv Wolfman and Steve Gan's wonderfully bizarre SKULL THE SLAYER wherein a Vietnam War POW returns home and eve…

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Cloak and Dagger Marvel Comics' Most Underrated Art Team of the 1980s - Rick Leonardi & Terry Austin 3:20:29

2M ago3:20:29

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Steven and Chris discuss Marvel's brooding teen superheroes — CLOAK AND DAGGER — from the 1985 on-going series; they go over the first four issues written by Bill Mantlo with art by the wildy incredible and overllooked but influential art team of Rick Leonardi and Terry Austin. COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few nota…

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When The Wind Blows 1:17:53

2M ago1:17:53

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Chris and Steven discuss Raymond Briggs's nuclear war nightmare WHEN THE WIND BLOWS, published by Penguin Books in 1982. Drop us a line! + Check out our YouTube channel to get a look at some of the fantastic art featured in our episodes. Visit ComicsRotYourBrain.com to sign up for our newsletter, Letter Column. You can also find us wherever you str…

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Consciousness is quantum mechanical | Stuart Hameroff 30:10

2M ago30:10

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Consciousness is one of the most fundamental aspects of our existence, but it remains barely understood, even defined. Across the world scholars of many disciplines - philosophy, science, social science, theology - are joined on a quest to understand this phenomenon. Tune into one of the more original and controversial thinkers at the forefront of …

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S07E05: Atlas/Seaboard - The Destructor 1:40:11

3M ago1:40:11

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For our final season, we're producing the episodes as videos. Check out our YouTube channel for the full experience. YOUTUBE VERSION: https://youtu.be/oM815qWFhS8 This episode, we cover a creative dream team assembled for the 1 straight superhero book of the line: Archie Goodwin, Steve Ditko, and Wallace "Wally" Wood. READ ALL 4 ISSUES OF THE DESTR…

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Defending panpsychism | Philosophers Philip Goff and Hilary Lawson 25:37

3M ago25:37

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Metaphysics vs consciousness Panpsychism has recently become something of a household term in philosophical and scientific conversations alike. Deceivingly simple, it defends the view that consciousness is the primary 'stuff' of reality, and that all things have mind-like qualities. Join philosopher Philip Goff, one of the world's leading defenders…

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Consciousness beyond the brain | Rupert Sheldrake 31:25

3M ago31:25

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Re-thinking the limits of the mind Most scientists think that consciousness is created by the brain. After all, most assume consciousness vanishes if the brain is destroyed. But what if this consensus view is radically mistaken? Join distinguished scientist Rupert Sheldrake as he argues that the mind extends beyond the brain and explores the radica…

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The consciousness test | Yoshua Bengio, Sabine Hossenfelder, Nick Lane, and Hilary Lawson 50:19

3M ago50:19

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The consciousness test Could an artificial intelligence be capable of genuine conscious experience? Coming from a range of different scientific and philosophical perspectives, Yoshua Bengio, Sabine Hossenfelder, Nick Lane, and Hilary Lawson dive deep into the question of whether artificial intelligence systems like ChatGPT could one day become self…

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S07E04: Atlas/Seaboard - The Brute 1:42:08

3M ago1:42:08

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For our final season, we're producing the episodes as videos. Check out our YouTube channel for the full experience. YOUTUBE VERSION: https://youtu.be/1mfM4Fnpw_Q This episode, we're joined by friend of the show M.J. to cover Martin Goodman's one demand: he wanted a Hulk knock-off. He got a murderous thawed Missing Link instead, written by Michael …

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Longtermism SPECIAL: The next stage of effective altruism 33:04

3M ago33:04

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Should we sacrifice the present for a better future? Join the team at the IAI for three articles about effective altruism, longtermism, and the complex evolution of moral thought. Written by William MacAskill, James W. Lenman, and Ben Chugg, these three articles pick apart the ethical movement started by Peter Singer, analysing its strengths and we…

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A Poetic Exploration of Fate, Power, and Cycles of Violence 26:39

3M ago26:39

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n this CRYB! SPOTLIGHT, Chris and Steven discuss DC Comics' batshit-crazy SKREEMER (1988). This proto-Vertigo classic blends noir, cyberpunk, and family tragedy in a retro gangster apocalyptic fable created by Peter Milligan, Brett Ewins, and Steve Dillion. A science fiction comic that makes A CLOCKWORK ORANGE look G-rated. This clip was taken from…

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The lure of Lucifer | Terry Eagleton, Susan Neiman, and Stephen de Wijze 37:22

3M ago37:22

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Why do we love evil? We may condemn tyrants and abhor serial killers, but we are obsessed with evil and violence. Our news and our entertainment focus on such material. Are we fascinated by evil, violent characters because they make life more exciting? Or because they express our true nature? Should we look to end this morbid obsession, or accept i…

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The relationship between morality and power | Philosophers Tommy Curry, Michael Huemer, Melis Erdur 1:04:21

3M ago1:04:21

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Morality and prejudice Is there such a thing as morality? And, if so, can we know what it is and act on it? Or is morality rather a shield for the powerful and a defence of their interest? The answer may have life-changing consequences... Join a heated debate between three philosophers with three different perspectives on the meaning of morality an…

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S07E03: Atlas/Seaboard - Phoenix 1:29:21

3M ago1:29:21

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For our final season, we're producing the episodes as videos. Check out our YouTube channel for the full experience. YOUTUBE VERSION: https://youtu.be/7pCHU3EL7Ds This episode, we cover Jeff Rovin & Sal Amendola's messianic sci-fi hero PHOENIX! When catastrophe strikes a space mission, lone surviving astronaut Ed Tyler is recovered in the North Pol…

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Humans are not morally superior | Alex O'Connor 27:57

4M ago27:57

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Humans are not morally superior Is the meat industry a monstrous tyrant? Join YouTuber Alex O'Connor for a thought-provoking talk on the ethics, or lack thereof, of eating meat. From a horrifying look at the practices of the meat industry to provocative analogies and compelling arguments, Alex doesn't hold back as he holds up a mirror to our modern…

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The Ultimate SciFi War Story/Space Opera - "Humanity" Explored in Thought Balloons 12:03

4M ago12:03

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This week is a CRYB Spotlight episode on Marvel/Epic Comics' ALIEN LEGION, published in 1984, created by Carl Potts, Alan Zelenetz, and Frank Cirocco. This clip is taken from our epic (so to speak) deep dive into ALIEN LEGION (see earlier episodes). COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this week…

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Is morality human? | Peter Singer, Slavoj Žižek, Nancy Sherman 53:18

4M ago53:18

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Humanity and the gods of nature Do animals and nature have an ethical life of their own? Must, or should, we extend our morality to non-human entities, or are their limits to notions of ethics? Tune in to hear three world-famous philosophers on ethical issues discuss these questions from their different perspectives: Peter Singer has made a name fo…

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Art Deco Retro-Futurism SciFi Mystery Noir and Flying Cars... Welcome to the World of Mister X 1:43:01

4M ago1:43:01

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Steven and Chris discuss acclaimed graphic designer Dean Motter's science fiction opus, MISTER X (Vortex Comics, 1984); the first four issues were written & drawn by Los Bros Hernandez (Mario, Gilbert, and Jamie) of LOVE & ROCKETS fame and colored by Paul Rivoche. COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions…

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Nietzsche on overcoming nihilism | Philosopher Babette Babich 18:03

4M ago18:03

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Nietzsche, the birth of tragedy, and the technology trap with Babette Babich Do life's struggles make the search for meaning a hopeless endeavour? Join renowned, continental philosopher Babette Babich as she explains the Nietzschean path to finding purpose, arguing that we must embrace all elements of life - good and bad - in our search for a meani…

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S07E02: Atlas/Seaboard - Ironjaw 1:43:31

4M ago1:43:31

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For our final season, we're producing the episodes as videos. Check out our YouTube channel for the full experience. YOUTUBE VERSION: https://youtu.be/gHSGiELg6vw We're in our final season and we're reviewing all of Atlas/Seaboard's #1 issues. Next up, Michael Fleisher and Mike Sekowsky's IRONJAW! In the distant future the Earth is a ravaged wastel…

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Moebius, Druillet, and... Alex Nino - this Visionary Filipino Genius Is One of the Greatest Comic Book Artist of All Time! 1:24:55

4M ago1:24:55

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In this solo episode, Steven takes a wild trip into the breathtaking visual world of legendary and visionary Filipino artist, Alex Niño, as seen in the unfortunately named graphic novel, SPACE CLUSTERS (DC Comics, 1986). Comics Rot Your Brain! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few noteworthy exceptions). Screenwriters Chris Derrick (STAR TREK…

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Ancient Philosophy SPECIAL | Plato's Gymnasium, Celebrity Messiahs, and Bronze Age Economics 31:27

4M ago31:27

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What can ancient philosophers teach you about exercise, economics, and the myth of celebrity? Join the team at the IAI for three articles about life, ideas, and status in ancient Greece. Written by Etienne Helmer, Steve Fuller, and Sabrina B. Little, these articles cover a range of thought-provoking concepts, including; why Plato wants you to go fo…

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Passion in ancient philosophy and religion | Former Archbishop Rowan Williams 36:07

4M ago36:07

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What both religion and stoicism misunderstood Philosophy and religion appear alternatively dry and ascetic. But is that our misunderstanding? What role do the passions play in our intellectual and mystical life? Can it ever be removed? Join former Archbishop of Canterbury Rowan Williams (a deeply thoughtful theologian, writer, and poet) as he faces…

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The inner life of a stoic | Stoicism Series PART 5 | Massimo Pigliucci 24:37

4M ago24:37

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Massimo Pigliucci | In-depth Interview How can philosophy play an active role in daily life? How can ancient philosophical traditions like stoicism help us navigate modern challenges? Why does scepticism remain relevant in a world dominated by technology and information overload? In this interview, Massimo Pigliucci explores these questions, advoca…

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THE SAGA OF SATANA: Bloody Is the Path to Hell! 11:02

4M ago11:02

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The Saga of Satana continues! The Devil's Daughter seeks a back door into her father's realm to warn him of the mutinous plans of The Four. On the way, she is reunited with a childhood companion, the incubus Zannarth, and they encounter pack of hellish demons sent to stop them. From The Haunt of Horror #2 (July, 1974) by Gerry Conway & Enrique Badí…

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S07E01: Atlas/Seaboard - The Grim Ghost 1:34:57

4M ago1:34:57

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For our final season, we're producing the episodes as videos. Check out our YouTube channel for the full experience. YOUTUBE VERSION: https://youtu.be/dKoNBvy3i4k We're in our final season and we're reviewing all of Atlas/Seaboard's #1 issues. First up, Michael Fleisher and Ernie Colón's THE GRIM GHOST! A colonial highwayman bandit goes from the ga…

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The forgotten values of a stoic life | Stoicism Series PART 4 | Nancy Sherman 23:36

4M ago23:36

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Stoicism reimagined With the modern revival of stoic philosophy, plenty of ancient wisdom has returned to the modern world - but what ideas have we consigned to history? These days, we think of stoicism as a philosophy that preaches a fearless self-reliance and detachment from the challenges of the world. However, distinguished philosopher Nancy Sh…

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Stoicism for contemporary society | Stoicism Series PART 3 | Nancy Sherman 26:03

5M ago26:03

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Why is stoicism one of the most well-known and read philosophical strains in the contemporary age? After 2000+ years, what is its continued appeal? Join philosopher Nancy Sherman, an expert in ancient philosophy, as she delves into her attraction to the topic and the ways she believes it applies to the contemporary age. A good introductory episode …

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Marvel Comics' Lost Space Bounty Hunter by Howard Chaykin 45:01

5M ago45:01

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Chris discusses Howard Chaykin's MONARK STARSTALKER single-issue scifi story from the ultra-cool try-out book, Marvel Premiere. COMICS ROT YOUR BRAIN! is a deep dive into ‘80s comics (plus a few notable exceptions). In this weekly podcast, screenwriters Steven Bagatourian (AMERICAN GUN) and Chris Derrick (STAR TREK: PICARD) discuss their favorite b…

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