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Somewhere in time: The mind behind the JSA goes MIA, Logan and Arnold are back in our hearts, and the soul of the Marvel Universe is back, but is it too late already? Plus: We explain how Urban Legends get started, we learn how bad puns get started, and we learn how short deadlines cause the podcast open to not make sense. NEWS Wolverine Trailer Linkage Terminator Salvation Trailer Linkage Geoff Johns Leaves JSA Linkage The mysterious connection behind Buckaroo Banzai and Big Trouble in Little China is Revealed! REVIEWS Rodrigo Witchblade #122 (W) Ron Marz (A) Stjepan Sejic (Cov) Stjepan Sejic Gritty police drama meets supernatural thriller as mysterious deaths lead Sara Pezzini and her detective partner, Patrick Gleason, to the heart of Brooklyn’s Orthodox Jewish community, a closed and cloistered society that does not tolerate outsiders. Something ancient and evil is stalking the community, something that even the Witchblade might not be able to stop. Matthew Marvels Eye of the Ca

This time down, Reqiuem for a bug chick! The great old one who sleeps at R’yleth! It’s night in Hyborea, do you know who your children are? How many punished could the Punisher punish if the puniser could punish punished. Continuity: Bad idea? Or the worst idea? And we have come to chew bubblegum and kick ass…but Rodrigo only brought grape Hubba Bubba! NEWS Secret Invasion #8 Reactions and Thoughts They Live Remake? LINKAGE Top Cow Promises $2.99 in 2009 LINKAGE REVIEWS Rodrigo Fall of Cthulhu: Godwar #4 Written by Michael Alan Nelson Drawn by Mark Dos Santos Cthulhu has finally heard the call- and despite the best efforts of Cy and Lucifer, the evil Mr. Arkham’s plans have culminated in the war between the cults of Cthulhu and Nodens as an ancient city begins its slow ascent from the frigid depths of the ocean! Features two alternate covers, one by Mat Santolouco. Matthew New Avengers #47 COVER BY: ALEKSI BRICLOT WRITER: BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS PENCILS: BILLY TAN INKS: MATT BANNING COLORED BY: JU

We've got a look into the future, a blast from the past, a pregnant pause from the present, and a reason to not morn a lost friend. Rodrigo wrestles with dragons, Stephen opens his umbrella, and Matthew... well, it's Matthew. NEWS Thor at the Bus Stop Linkage LISTENER FEEDBACK This week the MSP Crew respond to listener feedback about Doctor Who, getting that first LCS Job, and books about the history of comic books. REVIEWS Rodrigo: Dragon Prince #3 (W) Ron Marz (A) Lee Moder (Colors) Blond (Letters) Troy Peteri (Design) Chaz Riggs (Editor) Rob Levin (Covs) Jeff Johnson, Brandon Peterson Aaron Chiang has learned the truth of his heritage – he’s the last of the dragons, which have been hunted to extinction by a secret society of wizards called the Magi. Only Aaron’s mother stands between him and the Dragon Hunters…but she might very well be far more than she appears. Matthew: Birds of Prey #124 Written by Tony Bedard; Art by Michael O'Hare and John Floyd; Cover by Ste

This week, we offer up another series of After Show Discussion shows. These are conversations the Major Spoilers Crew have outside of the normal show, and range from sex in comics to our favorite animated features. In this installment (recorded November 18, 2008), Stephen and Rodrigo run down their three favorite anime works of all time, plus one they don't care for. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week, we offer up another series of After Show Discussion shows. These are conversations the Major Spoilers Crew have outside of the normal show, and range from sex in comics to our favorite animated features. In this installment (recorded October 8, 2008), it appears as though different mediums are ripping of comics. Is this okay? Has everything that can be done, already been done? Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week, we offer up another series of After Show Discussion shows. These are conversations the Major Spoilers Crew have outside of the normal show, and range from sex in comics to our favorite animated features. In this installment (recorded September 30, 2008), Listener Julian writes in and asks the question, "With the popularity of animated comic book films rising in recent years, I was wondering if you guys can think of any other comic book deserving of the animated treatment?" The Major Spoilers Crew give their answers. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and f

This week, we offer up another series of After Show Discussion shows. These are conversations the Major Spoilers Crew have outside of the normal show, and range from sex in comics to our favorite animated features. In this installment (recorded September 24, 2008), Stephen wonders if there are comics that are worth reading multiple times for pleasure only. What other titles does the crew read? Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week, we offer up another series of After Show Discussion shows. These are conversations the Major Spoilers Crew have outside of the normal show, and range from sex in comics to our favorite animated features. In this installment (recorded September 16, 2008), it wouldn't be a bonus week if it didn't contain game talk. Rodrigo reviews Spore, Matthew talks up Kingdom of Loathing, and the trio discuss why DCU Online works or doesn't. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week, we offer up another series of After Show Discussion shows. These are conversations the Major Spoilers Crew have outside of the normal show, and range from sex in comics to our favorite animated features. In this installment (recorded September 10, 2008), Stephen, Rodrigo, and Matthew chat it up as they move from Mister Mxyzptlk, to the Kents, The Man with No Name, Zorro, Invincible, Youngblood, the Wildstorm universe, in jokes and references, and so much more! Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week, we offer up another series of After Show Discussion shows. These are conversations the Major Spoilers Crew have outside of the normal show, and range from sex in comics to our favorite animated features. In this installment (recorded August 26, 2008), Stephen, Rodrigo, and Matthew reflect on days gone by. From stupid things done in college, to what might have been if things had gone differently, to Rodrigo becoming a citizen. Where have we lived? Where will we go? The answer is blowing in the wind... Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week, we offer up another series of After Show Discussion shows. These are conversations the Major Spoilers Crew have outside of the normal show, and range from sex in comics to our favorite animated features. In this installment, Stephen, Rodrigo, and Matthew rundown their list of favorite television shows of all time. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

This week, we offer up another series of After Show Discussion shows. These are conversations the Major Spoilers Crew have outside of the normal show, and range from sex in comics to our favorite animated features. In this installment (recorded July 30, 2008), Stephen and Matthew talk about DC history and characters that keep dying and coming back to life again and again. From Monstress getting blowed up real good, to Black Canary getting her canary cry back, and that tricky Ra's al Ghul. Wait for the trade or get the single issues? Stephen spells out his Writing for the Trade Theory. And the thrill of the hunt. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about

This week, we kick off another series of After Show Discussions and shows. These are conversations the Major Spoilers Crew has outside of the normal show, and range from sex in comics to our favorite animated features. In this installment (which just so happens to be our 50th episode), Stephen interviews Matthew about how he deals with minors coming into the store and wanting to be titles that may not be age appropriate. Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com Music from this episode comes from Ookla the Mok. You can visit them on the web at www.ooklathemok.com and purchase their music at the iTunes Music Store. A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends about the podcast, get them to subscribe and, be sure to visit the Major Spoilers site and forums.

The azure bug is out of a home!  And so’s the giant squid!  And so’s the Rat-man!  For a change of pace, Batman fights the Joker…  Kirk gets his ride pimped…  Constantine gets his groove back…  And Rodrigo ends up sword-fighting his way past the palace guard and riding out of town in style, only to end up huddling in an inn while a reality storm passes overhead.  NEWS The Squid is Out of Watchmen Movie LINKAGE Brett Ratner on Hold for Conan LINKAGE New Enterprise LINKAGE DC Cancels Blue Beetle LINKAGE REVIEWS Rodrigo: Gears of War #2 Written by Joshua Ortega; Art by Liam Sharp; Cover by Brandon Badeaux Jace Stratton and Delta Squad find themselves neck-deep in Locust after an ambush! Facing overwhelming numbers and the threat of Boomers, will the team be able to fight its way back to Jacinto in one piece? And what does the reemergence of Locust in force mean for the success of the Lightmass Bombing some months back? Matthew: Hellblazer #248 Written by Andy Diggle; Art by Leonardo Manco; Cover

This week’s ephemera: Former Captain America Steve Rogers is STILL dead, but at least he’s out of development hell! It’s night in Hyboria… do you know where your children are? And, cyborg versus cyborg in a no-holds barred chair-swinging extravaganza smackdown. Plus: all hell breaks loose, the pulps rise again, Archie’s girlfriend gets a new paint job, and… begun, this clone war has. Or, begun it will have been someday, this after which we are living now, or began, however that sentence did. Hmm. NEWS Captain America Lands Director Linkage Ratner in Final Negotiations for Conan Linkage CONTEST MAJOR SPOILERS COSTUME CONTEST Congrats to Mark Meer for his Bizarro costume. Mark won the Hellboy Animated Maquette and Hellboy Library Edition Volume 1 by a coin toss. REVIEWS: Rodrigo: SCARLET VERONICA #1 By Moody, Ruggles, Barry & Greathouse. When Veronica Gainsburrow died, all hell broke loose. Literally. Now her undead alter ego is all that stands between the forces of evil and the end of

This time out, the Tardis loses a tenant, Heroes without head men, guys who don’t die, guys you won’t die, guys who keep dying and still coming back… Plus: Three Legions! No Waiting! Robbie walks again, but where’s Prospero? And it’s a head to head battle of the crazy as the Batman of Zur-En-Arrh goes head to head with the goddamn Batman in a no-holds-barred war of wacky in the wicky woo… Let’s get ready to rumbllllllleeee NEWS Loeb and Alexander Given the Boot on Heroes Linkage JMS on Forbidden Planet Linkage Top Ten Immortals Linkage Doctor Who without Tennant Linkage CONTEST MAJOR SPOILERS COSTUME CONTEST Congrats to Mark Meer for his Bizarro costume. Mark won the Hellboy Animated Maquette and Hellboy Library Edition Volume 1 by a coin toss. Major Spoilers Theme Song! Win a copy of DC's Absolute Watchmen edition by creating the Major Spoilers Theme Song. Enter as many times as you like, the contest is open until Thanksgiving. Winner gets the latest Absolute Edition of the Watchmen whe

This week, we take a look at ninjas in the theatres, college kids in tights, DC’s big three in limbo, and a gaggle of costumed goodness.  Rodrigo expands his horizons, Stephen brings the snark, and Matthew… does whatever it is that he… y’know, does.  You can write the next Great American Theme song, The life and times of the Mates, and a special bonus feature: How to spell “Bizarro!”  Join, us, won’t you, as we gaze into the Abyss, only to find Frank Gorshin giggling back at us.  Why is it Frank Gorshin, you ask?  I have no idea…  But The Major Spoilers podcast is on the air! NEWS Ninja Scroll live action feature Link The Freshmen in Pre-Pro Hell Link CONTEST Major Spoilers Theme Song! Win a copy of DC's Absolute Watchmen edition by creating the Major Spoilers Theme Song. Enter as many times as you like, the contest is open until Thanksgiving. Winner gets the latest Absolute Edition of the Watchmen when it is released. REVIEWS RODRIGO The Sword #12 story JOSHUA LUNA, art & cover JONATHAN LUNA

Costumes, costumes, costumes! Vampires, vampires, vampires! Theme songs, theme songs, theme songs! Plus: Bad news for Manhunter fans… again. It’s good to be the king. Goggity goggity gog gog gog! I attack the Darkness! (And I’m not alone…) Has Hal Jordan been sighted in Hollywood? Have you written the next big hit? Has the mundy culture infiltrated Fabletown? Also: This just in! Former Captain America Steve Rogers is STILL dead... All this and much, much less, as our angles hit 45 degrees! NEWS Darkness Accursed trade gets $4.99 cover price, upsets fans Linkage What will inspire Green Lantern Movie? Linkage Manhunter Cancelled - Again Linkage CONTEST Major Spoilers Costume Contest Announced Here’s what you have to do: Send three to four pictures (different poses/angles) of yourself in your favorite superhero costume (plus one sans costume) to us by October 21, 2008. Make sure you include your name, address, and the character you are supposed to be. The Major Spoilers crew, will narrow the list

In the zone this week:  Super-types hopped up on goofballs!  Parker’s kid gets the axe!  Contests contests contests!  The ghost of Doctor Wertham rears it’s ugly head!  Creatures from the sea!  Peace officers from Neopolis!  Treasures from the DC Vaults. Mitchell Hundred gets our vote!  Plus: In the fields the bodies burning, as the war machine keeps turning… OH LORD YEAH!  It’s Formula 44, so turn your head and cough, ‘cause the Major Spoilers podcast is on the air! NEWS Top 10 Drugs in the DCU Linkage Howard Out, Cheadle In for Iron Man 2 Linkage Amazing Spider-Girl Cancelled Linkage CONTEST Major Spoilers Costume Contest Announced Here’s what you have to do: Send three to four pictures (different poses/angles) of yourself in your favorite superhero costume (plus one sans costume) to us by October 21, 2008. Make sure you include your name, address, and the character you are supposed to be. The Major Spoilers crew, will narrow the list to five contestants (oh lord, let us have more than five entrie

Is Nightwing the new Tom Welling? Will the Dead Walk on schedule? Will Indy find his hat yet again? Would you want to drink from a bottle with the Goon on it? Will you look the best in spandex, or should you just write the songs that make the whole world sing? Is Stephen a clone? Is Rodrigo a zombie? Is Matthew a screaming queen? And what about Naomi? All these questions and more are answered in this installment of the podcast that doesn’t shy away from those musical questions. NEWS Graysons Headed to the Cw Linkage Kirkman Promises On Time in ’09 Linkage A Fifth Indiana Jones Movie on the Way? Linkage Dark Horse Teams with Jones Soda Linkage CONTEST Major Spoilers Costume Contest Announced Here’s what you have to do: Send three to four pictures (different poses/angles) of yourself in your favorite superhero costume (plus one sans costume) to us by October 21, 2008. Make sure you include your name, address, and the character you are supposed to be. The Major Spoilers crew, will narrow the