iFanboy - Comic Books

We're in Seattle for the Emerald City Comic Con!Running Time - 01:01:00Pick of the Week:00:01:50 - Josh was surprised to love the historical fiction of Pretty Baby Machine so much that he made it his Pick of the Week!Comics:00:12:05 - Secret Invasion #2 treaded a whole lot of water. But Josh loved the Mockingbird stuff.00:16:39 - Ron has a (misguided) freak out about The Mighty Avengers #13. And then they circle back around to Secret Invasion #2.00:22:54 - Ron loved The Invincible Iron Man #1, Josh and Conor were kind of bored.00:27:26 - Jon Favreau makes a respectable comics debut with Iron Man: Viva Las Vegas #1.00:29:58 - Ron really loved Dynamo 5 Annual.00:31:45 - Josh and Ron had so much fun with Nova #13.00:34:03 - Logan #3 was a bit perplexing. Okay, more than a bit.00:35:12 - Avengers/Invaders #1 was... okay?00:39:14 - Josh and Ron can't say enough about how good SCUD The Disposable Assassin #24 was.User Reviews:0:41:10 - GungaDin loved everything about Angel: After the Fall #7 except the art.00:42:09 - Neb thought that Action Comics Annual #11 was very much worth the wait.Book of the Month:00:43:55 - Hellboy: Library Edition, Vol. 1 is iFanboy's Book of the Month!E-Mail:00:47:39 - Carson from Calgary, Alberta, Canada is looking for a particular kind of Batman story. Also The Flash and Spider-Man.00:51:46 - Connor from Rochester, Illinois wants to know in what order to read certain DC events.00:53:36 - Roch has a theory about the "Steve Rogers" that showed up in Captain America #37.Music:"When You Sleep"My Bloody Valentine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's one of those shows this week as the guys gather to discuss and bicker a little over this week's books.Running Time - 00:57:00News:00:01:37 - Information on the fund raising effort for David Pirkola of Apparitions Comics and Books in Grand Rapids, Michigan.Pick of the Week:00:04:38 - Ron has to explain himself for his choice of Glamourpuss #1 by Dave Sim.Comics:00:13:49 - Conor goes to blows defending DC Universe #0.00:18:17 - The excitement around Secret Invasion is waning with The New Avengers #40.00:20:51 - Despite the appearance of Pieface, Green Lantern #30 was approved by the Comics Code Authority.00:25:54 - Ron's both happy and annoyed that Local #11 is out.00:26:58 - Conor suggests XXXombies #4 is for kids (just kidding).00:29:10 - The concept behind Helen Killer #1 cracks Ron up.00:31:19 - Josh thought Daredevil: Blood of the Tarantula was a great read because it lacked the downer of Daredevil and Milla.User Reviews:00:33:30 - TimmyWood writes about Teen Titans: Year One #4.00:35:47 - Jazzlawyer lays the smackdown on the The Immortal Iron Fist #14.00:37:59 - Poolgirl sings the praises of Usagi Yojimbo #111.E-Mail:00:40:54 - Edward from Queens, New York wonders about comic book movies.00:43:44 - Ross from Waterloo, Ontario, Canada has his eyes on a comic book with 1,000 issues.Voicemail:00:46:24 - Jimski from St. Louis, Missouri weighs in on the shapeshifters issue.00:48:15 - Tad Stones from La Cañada, California is curious about Conor's attraction to Robin.Music:"Welcome to My Working Week"Elvis Costello  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The motion picture comic book adaptation of Iron Man, directed by Jon Favreau and starring Robert Downey Jr., has been released, we’ve seen it and you know you’re dying to hear what we thought of itRunning Time: 00:25:59Music:“Iron Man”The Cardigans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a fairly light week. But, as always, there's plenty to talk about, like a few worthy books and plenty of e-mails.Running Time - 01:03:17Pick of the Week:00:02:00 - Conor was very glad to have a great issue of Justice League of America, with issue #20 chosen as the Pick of the Week. Plus, good Flash!Comics:00:10:54 - The team is divided on The Mighty Avengers #12 (or The Adventures of Nick Fury and No Avengers #1).00:16:13 - Grant Morrison brought the good stuff in Batman #675.00:19:58 - Greg Rucka leaves on a high note with Checkmate #25.00:25:05 - The Vision takes center stage in Young Avengers Presents #4.00:30:50 - There was a bit of a scheduling snafu with Death of the New Gods #8.00:33:01 - Ultimate Spider-Man #121 was a fun romp with a big silly villain.00:34:58 - What sort of fan is Josh if he doesn't mention the awesome Fables #72?User Reviews:00:36:43 - FACE didn't like Countdown to Final Crisis #1 so much.00:37:45 - ohcaroline has learned to love the X-Men again with Uncanny X-Men #497.E-Mail:00:41:07 - Chris from Sacramento, California wants a book he's guaranteed to like.00:44:00 - Brian gets creepy about shapeshifters and their inner parts.00:46:30 - Daniel from Australia wants to know how we interact with non-comics readers.00:49:20 - Jay from Southern California asks about which editors we like.00:51:48 - Ryan from Wichita, Kansas is annoyed by kids and their toys and merchandising.Music:"This Place Sucks"Descendents  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Show notes delayed due to the New York Comic Con... stay tuned and we'll have them loaded soon!Running Time - 01:02:24Pick of the Week:Hellblazer #243Comics: The Flash #239 War is Hell: The First Flight of the Phantom Eagle #2 Iron Man: Director of S.H.I.E.L.D. #28 Countdown to Final Crisis #2 Robin #173 Powers Annual #1 The Sword #7 The Perhapanauts #1 Captain Marvel #5 User Reviews: FanboyStrikesBackDavid reviewed X-Men: Divided We Stand #1. dancanread reviewed Countdown to Final Crisis #2. E-Mail: Alan wants to know which five current books the iFanboys would read if they were only allowed to read five. Emily from Pittsburgh, Kansas is looking for good comics written and drawn by women. Voicemail: Luke from Denver, Colorado is looking for good series that feature a one and done format. Kevin from Chicago, Illinois wants to hear some thoughts about The Umbrella Academy. Music:"Against All Odds"The Postal Service Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the show so good, they had to do it twice!Running Time - 00:57:35Pick of the Week:00:01:45 - Ron almost has a heart attack talking about Young Liars #2!Comics:00:11:48 - Is it Nova or Green Lantern? The debate continues with Nova #12.00:14:57 - Green Arrow & Black Canary #7 fooled Ron.00:19:20 - If you like heaving bosoms and gigantic weapons then Titans #1 is the book for you.00:22:37 - Fantastic Four #556 is probably giving Ron a facial tic.00:27:08 - Criminal, Vol. 2 #2 wins for best cover of the week. And most badassery.00:30:00 - Echo #2 had Josh momentarily confused.00:31:42 - With Wolverine #64, the iFanboys lament Jason Aaron's short run on the book.00:32:33 - During the discussion of Suburban Glamour #4, Ron reveals some uncomfortable yearnings.00:35:50 - Conor and Josh initiate a Justice Society of America #14 sneak attack.User Reviews:00:39:20 - Neb is so happy to be reading Serenity: Better Days #2.00:40:22 - JohnnyDestructo says you are cold and dead inside if you're not enjoying The Amazing Spider-Man.E-Mail:00:43:04 - Jon from Brooklyn, New York has a question about NYCC that is morally dubious.00:45:24 - Lance from Texas is hearing voices in his head.Voicemail:00:48:42 - Darrel from New York, New York is excited!00:50:22 - It is suspected that Chandler from Louisiana is being coached.Music:Dr. StrangeluvBlonde Redhead Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So many books, so little time.  This week, there were so many comics to talk about that we had to forgo the e-mails and voicemails!Running Time - 00:58:45Pick of the Week:00:01:26 - Conor's Pick of the Week is Action Comics #863!Comics:00:10:50 - Some little underground book called Secret Invasion #1 came out.00:21:34 - The iFanboys dug the budding romance in Detective Comics #843.00:25:38 - Conor and Ron loved the story in The Amazing Spider-Man #555, but were split on the art.00:28:50 - Kick-Ass #2 left Conor with too many questions.00:32:16 - Buffy the Vampire Slayer #13 was hysterical.00:34:08 - Josh and Conor loved Scalped #16 so, so much.00:36:12 - Both Ron and Conor agree: Countdown #4 continues the quality momentum.00:38:17 - Ron forgot to buy All-New Atom #22; Conor says he missed out.00:39:34 - The Boys #17. So that happened.Book of the Month:00:42:19 - Ron's selection? Justice League International, Vol. 1.• iFanboy and InStockTrades are proud to announce that this month's Book of the Month can be purchased at a special discounted rate of $13.74, which is 45% off the cover price.Music:"Shield Your Eyes"Jawbreaker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whenever the iFanboys get together... things get hot!Running Time - 00:54:40Pick of the Week:00:01:48 - Josh has a Hal Jordan mancrush and Green Lantern #29 is the Pick of the Week!Comics:00:10:02 - Conor and Ron were loving the focused story and Jim Starlin art in Countdown to Final Crisis #5.00:12:55 - With The New Avengers #39 the Skrulls are finally here.00:15:55 - Conor says All-Star Superman #10 is on a whole different level from other comic books.00:20:50 - In Ultimate Human #5, Warren Ellis keeps Queen & Country alive in iFanboy's hearts.00:22:15 - Countdown to Adventure #8 wrapped up (one half of) a great mini-series.00:24:25 - Transhuman #1 gives you a lot of bang for your buck.00:27:25 - Everybody loves Dan Dare #5. Except the Mekon.00:29:22 - Is Daredevil getting kind of repetitive? The great debate begins.User Reviews:00:34:10 - gobo thought that Green Lantern #29 was boring.00:35:15 - leland222 really dug Wolverine: First Class #1, except for the title.E-Mail:00:38:03 - Craig from Chicago, Illinois is relying on Conor to bring him the truth on "Batman RIP."00:40:20 - Henrik from Stockholm, Sweden wants to start reading either Invincible or Ultimate Spider-Man.Voicemail:00:42:40 - Will from Tennessee calls out Ron on his lack of Brubaker love. The Daredevil debate continues!00:45:00 - Dallas from Las Vegas, Nevada has questions about Mark Bagley and Green Lantern.Music:"Braver, Newer World"Jimmie Dale Gilmore Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week there's an iFanboy first, a sense of betrayal, and a partial mental breakdown -- all in under an hour!Running Time: 00:54:55Pick of the Week:00:01:24 - Ron did the unthinkable and selected Invincible #49 as his Pick of the Week!Comics:00:08:56 - Everyone loved War is Hell: The First Flight of the Phantom Eagle #1.00:12:18 - Ron liked Captain America #35, but just couldn't get excited by it.00:15:46 - Ron was disgusted by The Flash #238 and Conor can't understand why he won't drop it.00:19:34 - Josh and Conor are filled with righteous anger after reading The Circle #5.00:22:54 - With The Immortal Iron Fist #13, Conor is pretty much done with the series.00:25:35 - There's a surprising return to action for two characters in Batman and The Outsiders #5.00:27:28 - Conor dug Robin #172, Josh not as much.00:28:12 - Ghost Rider #21 is like an awesome grind house movie!00:30:30 - Josh makes a startling confession about Thor.User Reviews:00:34:48 - profdresser had a problem with the art in Fables #71.00:35:50 - tork was not a big fan of Iron Man #27.E-Mail:00:38:35 - Chris S. from Newark, Delaware asks about "Demon in a Bottle."Voicemail:00:40:59 - Luke H. from Denver, Colorado has questions about Dave Sim.00:44:20 - Johnny D. from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania wants to know about iFanboy at the Movies.00:45:57 - Ryan from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania likes the new iFanboy.com but wants to know about old reviews.Music:"Wrecking Force"Voxtrot  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Conor Kilpatrick is back!Running Time: 00:55:30Pick of the Week:00:02:06 - Conor likes wacky science! And his Pick of the Week is Fantastic Four #555!Comics:00:10:35 - With Iron Man: Enter the Mandarin #6, the great miniseries ended a bit... quietly.00:13:52 - As expected, Ron loved the retro Marvel feel in The Mighty Avengers #10.00:16:59 - Ron was tickled by Serenity: Better Days #1.00:19:57 - Conor loved him some The Lone Ranger and Tonto #1, kemosabe.00:21:08 - The Last Defenders #1 made iFanboy laugh.00:23:19 - It is to everyone's continual surprise that Josh loves Nova.00:24:43 - If this is the final arc for Batman: Confidential, it's going out with a bang.00:26:21 - Madman #8 was a silent issue. Let the rockin' gimmicks continue!Book of the Month:00:29:07 - Conor discusses his choice for iFanboy's Book of the Month for March 2008: Queen & Country: The Definitive Edition, Vol. 1.User Reviews:00:35:52 - daccampo loved Green Arrow & Black Canary #6 with one caveat.00:38:00 - zombox is over the moon for The Astounding Wolf-Man #5.E-Mail:00:40:46 - Andrew wants Ron to force the guys to read Savage Dragon.Voicemail:00:43:04 - Anonymous misses Ambush Bug.News:00:46:03 - We've got announcements! iFanboy Mini is here! And everything is in HD!Music:"Wolf Like Me"TV on the Radio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices