http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com If we geek about it, we speak about it. Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:56:20 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 IdeologyofMadness.com where if we geek about it, we speak about it! IdeologyofMadness.com is a geek culture website where we focus on comics, role playing games, video games, movies, you name it. If it excites us, we talk about it. We host a number of podcasts... Funnybooks (with Aron and Paulie) is a weekly comic book discussion show. We chat about the business of comics, new releases, experiences in the hobby and old favorites. Plus, we chat with some of the biggest names in the industry in our New Comic Book Day Interview Series! HOSTS: Aron Head, Paul Aponte, Wayne Cole, Tim Shaw, and Jonathan Landreth Knights of Reignsborough is a sandbox superhero role playing game series featuring both world building episodes and actual play. HOSTS: Aron Head, Paul Aponte, Wayne Cole, Tim Shaw, and Jonathan Landreth Cardboard Crack is a Magic: The Gathering podcast exploring strategy for the collectible card game. HOSTS: Jonathan Landreth and John Anderson Aron Head and Paul Aponte yes Aron Head and Paul Aponte ideologyofmadness@gmail.com ideologyofmadness@gmail.com (Aron Head and Paul Aponte) 2011 If we geek about it, we speak about it! IdeologyofMadness.com is a geek culture website where we focus on comics, role playing games, video games, movies, you name it. If it excites us, we talk about it. Funny Books with Aron and Paulie is our weekl... comics, discussion, batman, superman, blackest night, RPG, CCG, MTG http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/plugins/podpress/images/funnybooks_itunessmall.png http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/funny-books-with-aron-paulie http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19347 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19347#comments Wed, 15 Feb 2012 11:56:20 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19347 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19347/feed 0 Boom!,Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Before Watchmen The end of Irredeemable and Incorruptible DC Sweeps Top 10 books for January New Comics Release Spotlight Justice League #5 Voodoo #5 Animal Man #6 Amazing Spider-Man #679 Avengers Academy #25 Winter Soldier #1 * (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/FB2012_129.png)Before Watchmen * The end of Irredeemable and Incorruptible * DC Sweeps Top 10 books for January * New Comics Release Spotlight * Justice League #5 * Voodoo #5 * Animal Man #6 * Amazing Spider-Man #679 * Avengers Academy #25 * Winter Soldier #1 * Thief of Thieves #1 Aron yes 1:14:25 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19329 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19329#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 21:30:03 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19329 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19329/feed 2 Comics,DC,dynamite entertainment,Marvel,podcast The New DC Comics Logo Garth Ennis writing the Shadow Change to the Public Domain? NEW COMICS RELEASE SPOTLIGHT Batman #5 Lord of the Jungle #1 Daredevil #8 Amazing Spider-Man #678 Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #6 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/FB2012_128.png) * The New DC Comics Logo (http://herocomplex.latimes.com/2012/01/27/dcs-new-logo-a-fresh-flag-for-company-revolution/) * Garth Ennis writing the Shadow (http://www.dynamite.net/htmlfiles/pressrelshow.html?display=PR01121224202) * Change to the Public Domain? (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2012/01/20/will-public-domain-comic-characters-go-back-into-copyright-will-dc-have-abandon-black-dossier-winds/) * NEW COMICS RELEASE SPOTLIGHT * Batman #5 * Lord of the Jungle #1 * Daredevil #8 * Amazing Spider-Man #678 * Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #6 * Wolverine and the X-Men #1 PLUS... You can win Issues 0 and 1 of Dead Man’s Run autographed by Greg Pak! The Deets: One winner chosen at random will receive DEAD MAN’S RUN issues 0 and 1 autographed by Daryl Gregory. Two ways to win! 1. All you have to do to enter is make a Paul’s Mom joke on Wayne’s behalf in the comments below; and/or 2. Call us on the Funnybooks hotline (972-763-5903) and share your Paul’s Mom Joke! One entry per person per entry type, please. Items will only be shipped within the United States. You must be 18 years or older to win. Contest ends Friday, February 3 at 11:59 pm Central time. Winners will be announced on Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie episode 130 Aron yes 1:11:15 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19318 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19318#comments Sun, 22 Jan 2012 15:46:46 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19318 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19318/feed 4 batman,Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Lots of News! Aron got hosed by Marvel Marvel's big announcements: Captain America and Hawkeye Spider-Man/Daredevil/Punisher Crossover Bendis and Simonson on Avengers (plus some love for Greg Pak's Astonishing X-Men) (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/FB2012_1271.png)Lots of News! * Aron got hosed by Marvel * Marvel's big announcements: * Captain America and Hawkeye (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=36364) * Spider-Man/Daredevil/Punisher Crossover (http://ifanboy.com/articles/marvels-next-big-thing-the-omega-effect/) * Bendis and Simonson on Avengers (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=36344) (plus some love for Greg Pak's Astonishing X-Men) * Titan's Simon/Kirby Horror and Science Fiction books (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=36390) * DC Big Announcements * DC's new logo (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2012/01/13/dc-comics-gets-logo-here/) * DC Drops 6 books, Starts 6 books (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=36367) * Rob Liefeld (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=36420) NEW COMICS RELEASE SPOTLIGHT * Suicide Squad #5 * Secret Avengers #21 * Journey Into Mystery #633 * Scarlet Spider #1 * Amazing Spider-Man #677 * Green Lantern #5 * Batman and Robin #5 * Fatale #1 * Greg Pak's Dead Man's Run TPB PLUS A CONTEST! You can win Issues 0 and 1 of Dead Man's Run autographed by Greg Pak! The Deets: One chosen at random will receive DEAD MAN'S RUN issues 0 and 1 autographed by Daryl Gregory. Two ways to win! 1. All you have to do to enter is make a Paul's Mom joke on Wayne's behalf in the comments below; and/or  2. Call us on the Funnybooks hotline (972-763-5903) and share your Paul's Mom Joke!  One entry per person per entry type, please.  Items will only be shipped within the United States. You must be 18 years or older to win. Contest ends Friday, February 23 at 11:59 pm Central time. Winners will be announced on Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie episode 130   Aron yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19303 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19303#comments Sat, 14 Jan 2012 06:57:00 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19303 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19303/feed 2 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast It’s that time of year, again. It is the time when we gather to reflect on the best the year has offered us and the worst with which it has afflicted us. Andrew returns joining the regular crew of Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne as we reflect, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/FB2012_126.png)It’s that time of year, again. It is the time when we gather to reflect on the best the year has offered us and the worst with which it has afflicted us. Andrew returns joining the regular crew of Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne as we reflect, praise and even curse the comics of 2011. * Holy Sh*t of the Moment * Best/Worst Comic Book Movie * Best/Worst Publisher * Best/Worst Event * Best Mini-Series (one-shot) * Best/Worst Cover * Best/Worst DC New 52 Title * Best New Series (started in 2011) * Best/Worst Writer/Writing Team * Best/Worst Artist/Art Team * Best Non-DC/Marvel Series * Best DC/Marvel Series Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your thoughts on the Third Annual Funnies. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Aron yes 1:52:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19287 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19287#comments Mon, 02 Jan 2012 06:09:42 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19287 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19287/feed 0 Comics,DC,Jennisodes,New52 This week Jenn from Jennisodes joins us.  She's a new comic reader coming into the hobby with DC's New 52.  We talk about what got her into comics and pick her brain about her experience thus far.  She makes recommendations to us and we make some to her. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/FB2012_125.png)This week Jenn from Jennisodes (http://www.jennisodes.com) joins us.  She's a new comic reader coming into the hobby with DC's New 52.  We talk about what got her into comics and pick her brain about her experience thus far.  She makes recommendations to us and we make some to her.  Additionally, she chats with us about her Project: NinjaPandaTaco. We are graced this time with Adam Warrock's new single, 616 (http://adamwarrock.bandcamp.com/track/616-radio-edit). Don't miss the latest episode of Star Trek: Aegean! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19279) Issue 11 of Knights of Reignsborough (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough) will release this coming weekend. Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Aron yes 1:11:47 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19264 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19264#comments Wed, 28 Dec 2011 12:00:24 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19264 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19264/feed 0 Once again, Tim and Paul brave the scary podcasting world alone in an award-winning new episode of Funnybooks loosely adapted from the epic life of seminal comic writer Kickadonkey Podunk.  Okay, not really.  In reality, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/FB2012_124.png)Once again, Tim and Paul brave the scary podcasting world alone in an award-winning new episode of Funnybooks loosely adapted from the epic life of seminal comic writer Kickadonkey Podunk.  Okay, not really.  In reality, Tim and Paul try to muster up some Christmas spirit to discuss the newest movies at your local theater, digital comics (Tim's favorite) and, of course, this week's new comic releases! * Christmas Eve and Christmas-Related Activities * The movies Paul has seen in the last week * The Funnies are coming soon! * Catching up on digital comics NEW COMICS RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: * Journey Into Mystery #632 * Suicide Squad #4 * Amazing Spider-Man #676 * Justice League #4 * Batman Incorporated: Leviathan Strikes! * Batman and Robin #4 Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your suggestions for the Third Annual Funnies, our awards show. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Paul yes 55:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19237 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19237#comments Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:01:14 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19237 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19237/feed 0 It's that time of year again - people start visiting family, baking Christmas cookies, all that happy holiday spirit stuff.  Which means it's just about time for your two favorite podcasters (you know it's true), Paul and Tim, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/fbu_05.png)It's that time of year again - people start visiting family, baking Christmas cookies, all that happy holiday spirit stuff.  Which means it's just about time for your two favorite podcasters (you know it's true), Paul and Tim, to suggest the crap you should buy for the geek in your life this holiday season!  Along the way, we also chat about.... * Casting comic book characters * Classic comic storyline tropes that we'd like to see again * Holiday gifts for your geek We reference ThinkGeek multiple times in this podcast. iPad Arcade Cabinet (http://www.thinkgeek.com/electronics/retro-gaming/e762/) Star Trek Enterprise Pizza Cutter (http://www.thinkgeek.com/homeoffice/kitchen/dea2/?pfm=homepage_Featured_3) Paul yes 42:07 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19221 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19221#comments Mon, 12 Dec 2011 01:37:00 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19221 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19221/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,pilot season,podcast,top cow Paul’s got tickets….TICKETS! Avengers vs X-Men announced Bendis Leaving Avengers Dark Horse Day-and-Date drama Marvel gives comic store coupons with their digital comics - NEW COMICS RELEASE SPOTLIGHT Action Comics (2011-) #4 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/fb2011_123.png) * Paul’s got tickets….TICKETS! * Avengers vs X-Men announced * Bendis Leaving Avengers * Dark Horse Day-and-Date drama * Marvel gives comic store coupons with their digital comics NEW COMICS RELEASE SPOTLIGHT * Action Comics (2011-) #4 * Defenders #1 * Advance Review: The Activity #1 * Advance Review: Whispers #1 * Amazing Spider-Man #675 * Pilot Season 2011: The Test, City of Refuge, Fleshdigger, The Beauty, Anonymous, Seraph Aron yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19199 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19199#comments Mon, 05 Dec 2011 19:24:42 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19199 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19199/feed 0 Comics,Marvel,Who is Jake Ellis? Artist Jake Ekiss joins us this week.  You may know Jake from his Solomon Azua webcomic or perhaps his Knights of Reignsborough artwork.  Below, you'll find links to his most recent pieces. In this episode we natter on about Google+ and how not enough... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/fb2011_122.png)Artist Jake Ekiss (http://jakeekiss.blogspot.com) joins us this week.  You may know Jake from his Solomon Azua (http://space-gun.com/solomonazua/?p=39) webcomic or perhaps his Knights of Reignsborough (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough) artwork.  Below, you'll find links to his most recent pieces. In this episode we natter on about Google+ and how not enough folks are using it, Paul plans to make a pilgrimage to Blood on the Beach where he will seek forgiveness at the feet of Michael Biehn and we each set a table for four dinner guests while pondering the table manners of Alan Moore and the effects on his beard (http://mikeymason.bandcamp.com/track/me-and-alan-moores-beard). * Aron’s Blackest Friday Follow-Up * The new trailer for John Carter * FCBD Announcement * Ron Marz’ Four For Dinner * What Would You Release on a Five-Week? * NEW COMIC RELEASE SPOTLIGHT * Wolverine and the X-Men #2 * FF #12 * Shinku!!!!! * Who is Jake Ellis? Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Aron yes 1:22:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19192 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19192#comments Fri, 02 Dec 2011 20:50:08 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19192 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19192/feed 0 raven gregory,zenescope We're big fans of Raven Gregory on Funnybooks.  We've spoken about his latest titles, Fly and The Theater, with much love because they're just damn good books that you should definitely check out. Sad thing, though?  We've never had Raven on the show. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/12/fb2011_ravengregory.png)We're big fans of Raven Gregory on Funnybooks.  We've spoken about his latest titles, Fly and The Theater, with much love because they're just damn good books that you should definitely check out. Sad thing, though?  We've never had Raven on the show.  We've only really been able to do interviews via e-mail due to his busy calendar.  Well...until now. Raven and Paul get on the mic to discuss all of his latest goodies, including Fly, Theater, and Alice in Wonderland, the much anticipated prequel to his hugely successful Return to Wonderland trilogy.  Not only that, we get some exclusive news on The Waking 2, a sequel to a book that Raven never intended there to be a sequel to.  Plus, we chat about rum, and Raven realizes you can drop the f-bomb on our podcast about halfway into the interview. Check it out! Paul yes 44:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19178 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19178#comments Tue, 29 Nov 2011 13:02:39 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19178 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19178/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,New52,podcast Black Friday Comic Sales Superhero video games New 52 Update (Action Comics, Teen Titans, Wonder Woman, The Flash) Comic Spoilers New Comics Release Spotlight: Fantastic Four #600 Captain America and Bucky #524 Shade #2 * (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/fb2011_121.png)Black Friday Comic Sales * Superhero video games * New 52 Update (Action Comics, Teen Titans, Wonder Woman, The Flash) * Comic Spoilers * New Comics Release Spotlight: * Fantastic Four #600 * Captain America and Bucky #524 * Shade #2 * Secret Avengers #19 * Superman #3 * Green Lantern: New Guardians #3 * Voodoo #3 * Astonishing X-Men #44 * Dungeons and Dragons #13 Aron yes 1:05:57 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19150 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19150#comments Mon, 21 Nov 2011 06:00:40 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19150 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19150/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast So...yeah...we screwed up.  Wayne, Paul, and Tim recorded an episode of Funnybooks but, without Aron's guidance...well, someone forgot to hit record.  Either that or upgrading our Skype screwed something up.  Or Gremlins did something. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/fb2011_120.png)So...yeah...we screwed up.  Wayne, Paul, and Tim recorded an episode of Funnybooks but, without Aron's guidance...well, someone forgot to hit record.  Either that or upgrading our Skype screwed something up.  Or Gremlins did something.  More than likely it was Gremlins.  In chicken costumes. Still, because we're dedicated podcasting professionals (Well, Tim and Paul are anyway), we gave it another go, recording an instant classic of an episode!  Tim and Paul rock this joint, talking about such interesting crap as... * That bastard ass Skype Recording program * How Paul/Judas betrayed Aron and now they'll never be "iPad buddies" * Digital Comics and how Tim's a loser * Twilight and the losers who let their wives drag them to it. On opening day. Like Paul. * Some actual comics, like Justice League #3, Red Hood and the Outlaws #3, and Amazing Spider-Man #674 * We wish you a Happy Thanksgiving.  So make that happen, k? Funnybooks with Paul and Tim.  It's gotta be better than that new Nickelback album, right? Paul yes 44:21 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19133 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19133#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2011 06:01:27 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19133 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19133/feed 3 Comics,DC,Marvel,New52,podcast Paul-o-ween Paul’s Horrible Dream Comics Pirate Subscription Service New 52 books on the bubble Marvel going day-and-date digital Amazing Spider-Man #673 Action Comics #3 Avengers Academy #21 Fear Itself #7.1 (Plus, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/fb2011_119.png) * Paul-o-ween * Paul’s Horrible Dream * Comics Pirate Subscription Service (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/11/01/when-a-comics-pirate-is-really-silly/) * New 52 books on the bubble (http://www.newsarama.com/comics/10-dc-new-52-titles-on-the-bubble-111103.html) * Marvel going day-and-date digital (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=35271) * Amazing Spider-Man #673 * Action Comics #3 * Avengers Academy #21 * Fear Itself #7.1 (Plus,  Brubaker whines about spoilers!) * Peanuts #0 Issue 10 of Knights of Reignsborough (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19111) released over the weekend. This coming weekend, the all new episode of Star Trek: Aegean (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/star-trek-aegean) hits the webs! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Aron yes 1:08:07 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19115 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19115#comments Mon, 07 Nov 2011 16:59:59 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19115 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19115/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,New52,podcast Aron declares war on the fishy people of Atlantis!  Plus, we talk about comics! Paul is sick Aron is a horrible person Wayne has a question for Aron Amazing Spider-Man #672 Aquaman #2 Avengers Academy #20 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/11/fb2011_118.png)Aron declares war on the fishy people of Atlantis!  Plus, we talk about comics! * Paul is sick * Aron is a horrible person * Wayne has a question for Aron * Amazing Spider-Man #672 * Aquaman #2 * Avengers Academy #20 * Captain America and Bucky #623 * Green Lantern: New Guardians #2 * Incredible Hulk Vol. 3 #1 * Secret Avengers #18 * Spaceman #1 * Star Trek: Ongoing #2 * Superman #2 * Teen Titans #2 * Voodoo #2 We’re playing a little catch up.   Issue 10 of Knights of Reignsborough released yesterday.  Episode 119 of Funnybooks is coming at you on Wednesday and don’t miss the all new episode of Star Trek: Aegean… coming later this week! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Aron yes 1:08:50 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19077 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19077#comments Mon, 31 Oct 2011 01:02:31 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19077 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19077/feed 0 Comics,DC,fear itself,Marvel,uncharted 3 Aron is missing!  And Paulie, Tim and Wayne all decide to try their hands at intro-ing the show, Aron style.  Do they succeed?  Listen to find out! Paul went to DC to play Uncharted 3 Extreme Studios Returns in 2012 Fear Itself is OVER! - (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/fb2011_117.png)Aron is missing!  And Paulie, Tim and Wayne all decide to try their hands at intro-ing the show, Aron style.  Do they succeed?  Listen to find out! * Paul went to DC to play Uncharted 3 * Extreme Studios Returns in 2012 * Fear Itself is OVER! NEW COMIC RELEASE SPOTLIGHT Journey Into Mystery #629 Red Hood and the Outlaws #2 Justice League #2 Batman #2 Catwoman #2 Supergirl #2 Green Lantern Corps #2 Paul yes 44:21 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19086 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19086#comments Mon, 24 Oct 2011 02:04:57 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19086 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19086/feed 1 Boom!,Comics,DC,Free Comic Book Day,Marvel,podcast Shocking as it may seem, Aron makes a horrible confession.  If you can bear to listen after having your faith in mankind rocked so hard, you'll get to hear the guys talk about... IDW announces Infestation 2 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/fb2011_116.png)Shocking as it may seem, Aron makes a horrible confession.  If you can bear to listen after having your faith in mankind rocked so hard, you'll get to hear the guys talk about... * IDW announces Infestation 2 (http://www.newsarama.com/comics/idw-infestion-2-111012.html) * Diamond announces a second Free Comic Book Day (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2011/10/13/diamond-announces-a-new-free-comic-book-day-for-hallowe%E2%80%99en/) * Red Circle Returns to Archie (http://www.nytimes.com/2011/10/10/business/media/for-archie-comics-a-return-to-superheroes.html?_r=3&src=tp&smid=fb-share) * Assigned Reading - The Rinse * Amazing Spider-Man #671 (http://www.newsarama.com/comics/yost-stegman-scarlet-spider-111015.html) * Batgirl #2 * Batman and Robin #2 * Green Lantern #2 * The Shade #1 * Suicide Squad #2 We're playing a little catch up. Don’t miss issue 10 of Knights of Reignsborough (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough)… coming later this week! ...And Funnybooks episode 117! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Aron yes 1:14:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19047 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19047#comments Fri, 14 Oct 2011 02:43:06 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=19047 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/19047/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,Monkey Love,New52,podcast Our apologies for the delay in this week's episode.  According to our podcast editing staff, they are "notoriously over-worked, over-committed and vastly under-appreciated by management."  Enough finally became enough, apparently, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/fb2011_115.png) Our apologies for the delay in this week's episode.  According to our podcast editing staff, they are "notoriously over-worked, over-committed and vastly under-appreciated by management."  Enough finally became enough, apparently, and the entire editing staff WALKED OUT. That's right. Bonded, licensed, card carrying union-member, master-podcast-editors stomped off the job in a huff leaving episode 115 of Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie unedited.  Obviously, management employed a few non-union scabs - and, yes, there is a noticeable decline in quality.  For this, we apologize. You know who really loses here?  The kids. * DC wins market share for September * Marvel competes by giving Avenging Spider-Man away for FREE! * Aron read Secret Avengers * Swamp Thing #2 * Action Comics #2 (Superman: Earth One) * Animal Man #2 * Huntress #1 * Detective Comics #2 * Thunderbolts #164 * Ultra-Duck Free Preview This coming weekend, our third episode of Star Trek: Aegean (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/star-trek-aegean) hit the webz! Don’t miss issue 10 of Knights of Reignsborough (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough)… coming next week! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. And oh yes, there's this.   Aron yes 1:15:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18953 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18953#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:00:15 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18953 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18953/feed 0 Comics,DC,New52 Welcome to the second half of this week's discussion.  In this episode, we discuss not just the final week of DC's New 52, but ride round up on the books that made up the history-making month of September.  And we also talk about the comics we hid from... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/fb2011_114.png)Welcome to the second half of this week's discussion.  In this episode, we discuss not just the final week of DC's New 52, but ride round up on the books that made up the history-making month of September.  And we also talk about the comics we hid from our parents because of the nudey parts. * Superman #1 * Aquaman #1 * Batman: The Dark Knight #1 * Green Lantern: New Guardians #1 * Teen Titans #1 * Voodoo #1 * The Fury of Firestorm: The Nuclear Men * I, Vampire * Lightning Round: * All-Star Western * Blackhawks * The Flash * Justice League Dark * The Savage Hawkman * Evaluating the New 52 Check out Wayne's favorite "secret comic," Sinnamon. (http://catfish-comics.tripod.com/Sinnamon/Sinnamon.html) Sunday, our second episode of Star Trek: Aegean (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18928) hit the webz! Don’t miss issue 9 of Knights of Reignsborough (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough)… coming this weekend! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Aron yes 1:12:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18934 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18934#comments Tue, 04 Oct 2011 02:13:06 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18934 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18934/feed 0 atomic robo,Comics,Marvel,podcast This was a week so big in comics we generated TWO shows to cover it all!  In this episode, we talk about the non-New52 books. Aron's reading a scary book by Jonathan Maberry, Ghost Road Blues* Atomic Robo and how Comics Should Be for Everyone (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/10/fb2011_113.png)This was a week so big in comics we generated TWO shows to cover it all!  In this episode, we talk about the non-New52 books. * Aron's reading a scary book by Jonathan Maberry (http://jonathanmaberry.com/), Ghost Road Blues (http://jonathanmaberry.com/pine-deep-series)* * Atomic Robo and how Comics Should Be for Everyone (http://www.atomic-robo.com/2011/09/30/comics-should-be-for-everyone/) * Assigned Reading - Daomu #7 * Journey Into Mystery #628 * Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #2 * FF #9 Our round-up of the September's New 52 will drop on Wednesday. Next week's assigned reading is Edgar Delgado's (http://www.edgardelgado.net/index.html) Ultra Duck!  The first 23-pages of this OGN are available free (http://edgardelgado.net/UD/Ultraduckfreepreview.pdf)! (*) In this episode Aron mentions an interview episode Paul hosted with Jonathan Maberry.  Yeah, that never happened.  Aron's drunk a lot.  But the other series of novels he mentioned?  Those are Maberry's Joe Ledger books (http://jonathanmaberry.com/joe-ledger-series).  Those are awesome. Yesterday, our second episode of Star Trek: Aegean (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18928) hit the webz! Don't miss issue 9 of Knights of Reignsborough (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough)... coming this weekend! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Aron yes 48:45 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18921 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18921#comments Thu, 29 Sep 2011 01:37:32 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18921 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18921/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,New52,pauloween horror nights,Planet of the Apes,podcast Paul’s in Orlando Free online superhero MMORPGs Daredevil #4 Batman #1 Catwoman #1 Green Lantern Corps #1 Nightwing #1 Red Hood and the Outlaws #1 Wonder Woman #1 Other new 52 books Birds of Prey #1 Blue Beetle #1 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/fb2011_112.png) * Paul’s in Orlando * Free online superhero MMORPGs * Daredevil #4 * Batman #1 * Catwoman #1 * Green Lantern Corps #1 * Nightwing #1 * Red Hood and the Outlaws #1 * Wonder Woman #1 * Other new 52 books * Birds of Prey #1 * Blue Beetle #1 * Captain Atom #1 * DC Universe Presents #1 * Legion of Super-Heroes #1 * Supergirl #1 * Planet Of The Apes #6 * Star Trek #1 * Thunderbolts #163.1 * Ultimate Comics Hawkeye #2 * Ultimate Comics X-Men #1 Don’t miss Knights of Reignsborough Issue #8! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18727) This weekend, our second episode of Star Trek: Aegean (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/star-trek-aegean) hits the webz! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Aron yes 1:40:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18714 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18714#comments Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:39:45 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18714 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18714/feed 0 Comics,DC,green lantern,Kirkman,Liefeld,Marvel,New52,SpiderIsland It was a crazy week.  Both Aron and Wayne worked long hours.  Aron even had to send The Wife to pick up his comics.  Add to that, comics sold out all across the country sending books back for second and third print runs.  If it felt like the 90s, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/fb2011_111.png)It was a crazy week.  Both Aron and Wayne worked long hours.  Aron even had to send The Wife to pick up his comics.  Add to that, comics sold out all across the country sending books back for second and third print runs.  If it felt like the 90s, maybe that's because the speculator market has seen a resurgence and there's a lotta Rob Liefeld out there?  Join Aron, Tim and Wayne for a rousing roundtable of the week in comics. * Comics selling out * New52 and the speculator market * New52 news * AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #669 * FEAR ITSELF #6 * JOURNEY INTO MYSTERY #627 * NEW DC 52 BATMAN AND ROBIN #1 * NEW DC 52 BATWOMAN #1 * NEW DC 52 GREEN LANTERN #1 * NEW DC 52 RED LANTERNS #1 * NEW DC 52 SUPERBOY #1 * NEW DC 52 RESURRECTION MAN #1 * FLY #4 * PIGS #1 * ULTIMATE COMICS SPIDER-MAN #1 * THE INFINITE #1 and #2 This past Friday, our first episode of our all-new Ideology of Madness Actual Play dropped.  We're running a Star Trek game this time around.  The first episode is our sandbox session.  So beam aboard STAR TREK: Aegean (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18704) for an RPG Actual Play romp acrpss the final frontier! And don't forget Knights of Reignsborough (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough) Issue #8 hits the webz the Friday, September 23rd! Promotional consideration for Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie provided by SausageFest. (http://sausagefeststl.com/) Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize. Aron yes 1:46:01 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18695 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18695#comments Wed, 14 Sep 2011 06:00:33 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18695 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18695/feed 0 DC,Marvel,New52,podcast Tim is all about the foosball Caffeine Paul’s getting ready for his annual Pauloween trip Trade Dumping New Avengers Annual #1 Justice League International #1 Animal Man #1 Swamp Thing #1 Batgirl #1 The Lightning Round: - (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/fb2011_110.png) * Tim is all about the foosball * Caffeine * Paul’s getting ready for his annual Pauloween trip * Trade Dumping * New Avengers Annual #1 * Justice League International #1 * Animal Man #1 * Swamp Thing #1 * Batgirl #1 * The Lightning Round: * Static Shock * Green Arrow * OMAC * Batwing * Stormwatch * Hawk and Dove * Men of War * Detective Comics #1 * Action Comics #1 When a character has multiple books how do you prefer it to be handled? Do you prefer each book to focus on a different type of story, all of them tied together into one close knit story (old triangle numbering on the Superman titles), or something else entirely? Plus, listener voice mail! This Friday, the first episode of our all-new Ideology of Madness Actual Play debuts!  Join us for sandbox role playing in the Star Trek Universe! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. If we use your voicemail, you’ll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize just like James and Nick! Aron yes 1:49:45 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18668 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18668#comments Mon, 05 Sep 2011 15:23:54 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18668 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18668/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,New52,podcast,SpiderIsland It's a grand tour of comics this week!  From the universe ending pages of Flashpoint #5 to the birth of the DC's New 52 in Justice League #1, through realms of The Mighty Thor's Asgard we Journey Into Mystery with a detour through the Ultimate Universe... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/09/fb2010_109.png)It's a grand tour of comics this week!  From the universe ending pages of Flashpoint #5 to the birth of the DC's New 52 in Justice League #1, through realms of The Mighty Thor's Asgard we Journey Into Mystery with a detour through the Ultimate Universe arriving finally on Spider Island. Plus, Paul's not dead! This Friday, Issue 7 of Knights of Reignsborough hits the interwebz. Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback.  If we use your voicemail, you'll win an Ideology of Madness SurPrize! Aron yes 1:33:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18643 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18643#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 03:29:20 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18643 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18643/feed 0 Comics,DC,flashpoint,Marvel,podcast Hurm... It appears that our show notes were washed away in Tropical Storm Irene. If Paul survived the largest storm to hit the east coast in 25-years, I am sure he'll update these notes.  In the meantime, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/fb2010_108.png)Hurm... It appears that our show notes were washed away in Tropical Storm Irene. If Paul survived the largest storm to hit the east coast in 25-years, I am sure he'll update these notes.  In the meantime, I know we nattered on about boycotting Action Comics in DC's new 52.  If I recall correctly, there was talk of FlashPoint tie-ins such as Lois Lane and the Resistance #3, Kid Flash Lost #3 and Hal Jordan #3 among other titles such as FF #8, Ultimate Comics The Ultimates #1, Wonder Woman #614, Superman Beyond #0, Green Lantern RetroActive 90s, Superman RetroActive 90s, and Bionic Man #1. The first episode of IoM's new Star Trek actual play podcast comes out on Friday. Mark your calendar! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. Aron yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18609 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18609#comments Mon, 22 Aug 2011 04:20:07 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18609 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18609/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Jonathan returns and Andrew sucks Movie releases Getting into Hellboy Digital Comics feature Ultimate Fallout #6 Flashpoint: Abin Sur – The Green Lantern #3 Flashpoint: Wonder Woman and the Furies #3 Spider-Island: Spider-Girl #1 * (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/fb2010_107.png)Jonathan returns and Andrew sucks * Movie releases * Getting into Hellboy * Digital Comics feature * Ultimate Fallout #6 * Flashpoint: Abin Sur – The Green Lantern #3 * Flashpoint: Wonder Woman and the Furies #3 * Spider-Island: Spider-Girl #1 * Venom #6 (Spider-Island tie-in) * Avengers Academy #18 * Daredevil #2 * Green Lantern Corps #63 Knights of Reignsborough (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough) Issue 6 comes out on Friday.  Mark your calendar! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback.     Aron yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18582 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18582#comments Wed, 17 Aug 2011 06:00:14 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18582 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18582/feed 1 Comics,DC,flashpoint,green lantern,Marvel Rise of the Planet of the Apes and the winner of our Boom! Studios Planet of the Apes give-a-way! Andrew’s Comic Store sucks Paul’s trip to Texas Fear Itself #5 New Avengers #15 Amazing Spiderman #667 * (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/fb2010_106.png)Rise of the Planet of the Apes and the winner of our Boom! Studios Planet of the Apes give-a-way! * Andrew’s Comic Store sucks * Paul’s trip to Texas * Fear Itself #5 * New Avengers #15 * Amazing Spiderman #667 * Ultimate Fallout #4 & #5 (and how Marvel is pissing us off) * War of the Green Lanterns Aftermath #2 * Booster Gold #47 * Red Robin #26 * Flashpoint #4 * Flashpoint: Emperor Aquaman #3 * Flashpoint: Knight of Vengeance #3 Smells Like Team Justice (http://mikeymason.bandcamp.com/track/smells-like-team-justice) provided courtesy of Mikey Mason. Knights of Reignsborough Issue 5 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18561) came out Saturday. Check it out! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. Aron yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18574 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18574#comments Tue, 16 Aug 2011 11:05:51 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18574 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18574/feed 0 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18442 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18442#comments Mon, 01 Aug 2011 12:53:17 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18442 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18442/feed 2 Ape Week,Boom!,Comics,DC,fear itself,flashpoint,Marvel,podcast Well, Paul's gone.  In an amazing display of we-don't-need-that-guy, we immediately replace Paul with Knights of Reignsborough artist Jake Ekiss.  Fresh from last week's Twitter rant, Jake picks up where he left off this time with no 140-character limi... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/fb2010_105.png) Well, Paul's gone.  In an amazing display of we-don't-need-that-guy, we immediately replace Paul with Knights of Reignsborough artist Jake Ekiss.  Fresh from last week's Twitter rant, Jake picks up where he left off this time with no 140-character limitations.  In this week's show we revisit the Captain America movie, chat about how none of us are going to GenCon and how Dan Didio botched the lady issue at San Diego: * CAPTAIN AMERICA THE MOVIE * NOBODY'S GOING TO GENCON * PAUL'S COMING TO TOWN * SOME OF DC's BEST FRIENDS ARE WOMEN (link to Didio's comments (http://dcmenkickingass.tumblr.com/post/8136136296/webslinging-this-is-an-audio-clip-of-dan-didio) and to the DCU Blog response (http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/2011/07/29/we-hear-you/)) * WONDER WOMAN 613 * FP PROJECT SUPERMAN 2 * GREEN LANTERN CORPS 62 * EMERALD WARRIORS 12 * DRACULA: COM 12 * KNIGHTS OF THE DINNER TABLE: JAVA JOINT (Available digitally from DriveThru Comics! (http://rpg.drivethrustuff.com/product_info.php?products_id=92965&affiliate_id=302545)) * AMAZING SPIDER-MAN 666 * ULTIMATE FALLOUT 3 * PLANET OF THE APES 4 Knights of Reignsborough Issue 4 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18437) came out Friday.  Check it out because... the concert event of the year is coming! Also, today kicks off Ape Week here on Ideology of Madness.  Come back all week long for loads of poo-flinging monkey madness! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. Aron yes 1:35:10 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18416 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18416#comments Mon, 25 Jul 2011 06:00:21 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18416 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18416/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast,Star Trek Jeff Bailey is a good man Comic Trailers San Diego Comic Con News Daredevil #1 Avengers Academy #16 Flashpoint: Wonder Woman And The Furies #2 War Of The Green Lanterns: Aftermath #1 New Avengers #14 - * (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/fb2010_104.png)Jeff Bailey is a good man * Comic Trailers * San Diego Comic Con News * Daredevil #1 * Avengers Academy #16 * Flashpoint: Wonder Woman And The Furies #2 * War Of The Green Lanterns: Aftermath #1 * New Avengers #14 Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. Aron yes 1:21:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18358 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18358#comments Mon, 18 Jul 2011 02:47:39 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18358 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18358/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,Movies & TV,podcast Aron's ethical, digital dilemma The last Harry Potter (and Midnight in Paris) SF Television Amazing Spider-Man #665 Ultimate Comics Fallout #1 Green Lantern #67 Booster Gold #46 Flashpoint: Emperor Aquaman #2 FF #6 Charismagic #2 * (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/fb2010_103.png)Aron's ethical, digital dilemma * The last Harry Potter (and Midnight in Paris) * SF Television * Amazing Spider-Man #665 * Ultimate Comics Fallout #1 * Green Lantern #67 * Booster Gold #46 * Flashpoint: Emperor Aquaman #2 * FF #6 * Charismagic #2 * Shinku #2 Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. Aron yes 1:32:50 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18310 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18310#comments Fri, 08 Jul 2011 02:59:29 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18310 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18310/feed 0 Comics,DC,doctor who,idw Hard to believe, but it's been two years since we last interviewed Matt Sturges.  In this episode, we play catch-up becayse Matt's been up to a whole lot of stuff since 2009.  We discuss the finale to Jack of Fables, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/fb2011_sturges.png)Hard to believe, but it's been two years since we last interviewed Matt Sturges (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/7825).  In this episode, we play catch-up becayse Matt's been up to a whole lot of stuff since 2009.  We discuss the finale to Jack of Fables, writing House of Mystery for Vertigo and Doctor Who for IDW. We yammer about digital comics, the DC Reboot and Matt's early geekery. Plus in an Ideology of Madness/Funnybooks exclusive, Matt reveals his... wait... you'll have to listen for that. Aron yes 58:40 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18297 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18297#comments Tue, 05 Jul 2011 03:53:13 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18297 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18297/feed 0 Comics,DC,flashpoint,Marvel,Star Trek Star Trek on Netflix What Paul was doing instead of Star Trek on Netflix Paul’s comic shop has PLANS for the DC RELAUNCH Amazing Spider-Man #664 FF #5 Flashpoint: Green Arrow Industries Flashpoint: Hal Jordan #1 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/fb2010_102.png) * Star Trek on Netflix * What Paul was doing instead of Star Trek on Netflix * Paul’s comic shop has PLANS for the DC RELAUNCH * Amazing Spider-Man #664 * FF #5 * Flashpoint: Green Arrow Industries * Flashpoint: Hal Jordan #1 * Flashpoint: Project Superman #1 * Flashpoint: The Canterbury Cricket * Wonder Woman #612 * Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors #11 * Zenescope's The Theater #1-4 Aron yes 1:32:15 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18261 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18261#comments Mon, 27 Jun 2011 02:11:35 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18261 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18261/feed 0 Comics,DC,flashpoint,green lantern,Marvel,podcast,Thor Paul’s in Philly and Andrew is MIA Paul liked Green Lantern.  Stupid Paul. Death of Tomb of Dracula artist Gene Colan DC Roadshow rolls into Dallas NEW COMIC RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: Secret Avengers #14 The Mighty Thor #3 Flashpoint Tie-Ins: (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/fb2010_101.png) * Paul’s in Philly and Andrew is MIA * Paul liked Green Lantern.  Stupid Paul. * Death of Tomb of Dracula artist Gene Colan * DC Roadshow rolls into Dallas * NEW COMIC RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: * Secret Avengers #14 * The Mighty Thor #3 * Flashpoint Tie-Ins: * Kid Flash Lost Starring Bart Allen #1 (of 3) * Grodd of War * Wonder Woman and the Furies #1 * Reverse Flash (One-Shot) * Avengers Academy #15 * Superman #712 * Ultimate Spider-Man #160 Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. Aron yes 1:30:40 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18242 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18242#comments Sat, 25 Jun 2011 04:21:14 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18242 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18242/feed 2 A very special bonus interview this week as Paul chats with COO of Ape Entertainment, Brent Erwin.  You may be familiar with Ape Entertainment from their popular line of titles based off of Dreamworks properties such as MegaMind, Shrek, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/fb2010_erwin1.png)A very special bonus interview this week as Paul chats with COO of Ape Entertainment, Brent Erwin.  You may be familiar with Ape Entertainment from their popular line of titles based off of Dreamworks properties such as MegaMind, Shrek, and Kung Fu Panda, or their new take on Richie Rich. Brent Erwin is a 22-year veteran of the Comics Industry, having opened his first Comic Shop “Four Color Comics & Cards” in Waco, TX at age 19. Brent went on to become a Sales Representative for Diamond Comics Distributors, working with Acclaim Comics in New York City. Leaving Diamond Comics Distributors, Brent became a Marketing Coordinator for the direct market, under the authority of Fabian Nicieza, the Publisher of Acclaim Comics. Brent has also worked for Wizard Entertainment, known as publisher of the leading comics industry magazine “Wizard the Comics Magazine”. His position with Wizard was as Senior Advertising Account Manager. In 1998, Brent launched SmallPressComics.com, an on-line community devoted to Small Press and Independent Comics. In 2003, comics devotees David Hedgecock and Mike Hall teamed with Brent and founded Ape Entertainment. They are publishers of high-quality original graphic novels, comic books, and illustrated fiction. Stay tuned on Monday for a chance to win a signed copy of Ape Entertainment's new Richie Rich comic! Paul yes 25:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18233 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18233#comments Wed, 22 Jun 2011 06:00:51 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18233 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18233/feed 0 Avengers movie,Comics,DC,Dreadstar,Marvel,podcast,thanos One of the many pleasures of comic book podcasting is that you get to talk to amazingly talented people... and sometimes you get to talk to amazingly talented people who you've idolized for decades.  Such is the case with this week's interview. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/fb2010_starlin.png)One of the many pleasures of comic book podcasting is that you get to talk to amazingly talented people... and sometimes you get to talk to amazingly talented people who you've idolized for decades.  Such is the case with this week's interview. With a career in comics spanning 40 years, Jim Starlin was responsible for re-imagining such characters as Captain Marvel and Adam Warlock for Marvel... and then killed them. He's the fellow who gave us Thanos (who loves Death) and over at DC, he killed off Jason Todd in the now infamous A DEATH IN THE FAMILY. Sensing a theme? Currently, Jim Starlin is producing the third volume of his creator owned BREED over at Image Comics.  It's a horror story centering on the activities of Ray Stoner who is half-demon, half-man.  Monstrous hijinks ensue. Of course, Starlin was a pioneer in the realm of creator-owned content. Starlin debuted his Vanth Dreadstar character in the serialized Metamorphosis Odyssey appearing in the pages of Marvel's Epic Illustrated.  Beyond that initial serialized story, Dreadstar moved onto his own original graphic novel followed by a monthly under Marvel's Epic banner followed by a series at First Comics and then a mini-series at Malibu. And I ain't the only one sporting a chubby for Big Jim.  Oh no, Paul has a deep and abiding love for all things Thanos and the Infinity gems. Brother Starlin teases a little news in this episode about Dreadstar... and Thanos and a certain movie project. Join our unabashed geek love fest as we adore Jim Starlin. Aron yes 33:10 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18221 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18221#comments Mon, 20 Jun 2011 04:22:06 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18221 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18221/feed 2 Comics,DC,green lantern,Marvel,podcast Well, here it is... our big 1ooth episode.  It's an all discussion episode this time around as we answer your questions.  Lots of topics this week.  And lots of hosts!  Join Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne, Andrew and Jonathan for a double-sized commemorative e... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/fb2010_100.png) Well, here it is... our big 1ooth episode.  It's an all discussion episode this time around as we answer your questions.  Lots of topics this week.  And lots of hosts!  Join Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne, Andrew and Jonathan for a double-sized commemorative episode! * The new Green Lantern movie * Word pronunciation * Minds changing * Rebooting Superman * Rebooting the Marvel Universe * Favorite 3rd tier characters * What if we were making the next superhero TV show? * Best Spider-Love Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback. Aron yes 1:44:25 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18168 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18168#comments Mon, 13 Jun 2011 02:10:53 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18168 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18168/feed 0 Comics,DC,fear itself,flashpoint,Marvel,podcast What relaunch titles are you picking up? Fear Itself vs. Flashpoint New Comics Release Spotlight Journey into Mystery #624 Booster Gold #45 Flashpoint: Emperor Aquaman #1 Flashpoint: Deathstroke and the Curse of the Ravager #1 Fly #1 * (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/fb2010_99.png)What relaunch titles are you picking up? * Fear Itself vs. Flashpoint * New Comics Release Spotlight * Journey into Mystery #624 * Booster Gold #45 * Flashpoint: Emperor Aquaman #1 * Flashpoint: Deathstroke and the Curse of the Ravager #1 * Fly #1 * Batman and Robin #24 Just one week left ’til big episode 100. We’re getting our tuxes pressed and preparing all the awesome. You can be part of the show. * You can ask a question on the Funnybooks hotline by dialing 972-763-5903 and leaving us you message and/or: * You can suggest show topics in the comments section below. Watch the site for additional details, because we’ll be offering valuable prizes for those whose questions and topics we use. Aron yes 1:11:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18072 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18072#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2011 06:00:30 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18072 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18072/feed 2 Comics,DC,fear itself,flashpoint,Marvel,podcast In this the biggest comic book news week in years, Paul and Wayne go missing. Slackers.  No commitment, I say.  In the blinding flashpoint of this monumental news they were found wanting, consumed no doubt by fear itself. But that's okay.  Aron, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/fb2010_98.png)In this the biggest comic book news week in years, Paul and Wayne go missing. Slackers.  No commitment, I say.  In the blinding flashpoint of this monumental news they were found wanting, consumed no doubt by fear itself. But that's okay.  Aron, Tim and Andrew bring it this week. * DC's reboot and day-and-date digital distribution * VALIANT's Return * Aron and Andrew see X-MEN: FIRST CLASS * FLASHPOINT #2 * WORLD OF FLASHPOINT #1 * BATMAN: KNIGHT OF VENGEANCE #1 * SECRET SEVEN #1 * WONDER WOMAN #611 * FEAR ITSELF #3 * THUNDERBOLTS 158 * THE DEEP #1 * ASM #663 * AVENGERS ACADEMY #14.1 * SHINKU #1 plus Ron Marz leaves Witchblade Don't miss the first episode of Knights of Reignsborough season 2 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18066) released last Friday and come back this Friday for Issue #0.5! Just a two weeks left ’til big episode 100. We’re getting our tuxes pressed and preparing all the awesome. You can be part of the show. * You can ask a question on the Funnybooks hotline by dialing 972-763-5903 and leaving us you message and/or: * You can suggest show topics in the comments section below. Watch the site for additional details, because we’ll be offering valuable prizes for those whose questions and topics we use. Aron yes 1:24:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18045 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18045#comments Wed, 01 Jun 2011 06:00:40 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18045 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18045/feed 0 DC,green lantern,Image Comics,Shinku,Thor,top cow Ron Marz returns to the show to talk about his all new, creator-owned project - Shinku.  Shipping this week from Image Comics, Shinku tells the tale of vampires both in modern-day and feudal Japan.  There are samurai, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/fb2011_marz.png)Ron Marz returns to the show to talk about his all new, creator-owned project - Shinku.  Shipping this week from Image Comics, Shinku tells the tale of vampires both in modern-day and feudal Japan.  There are samurai, motorcyles and lots of bloody killing.  It's a terrific book. We also discuss Ron's upcoming Green Lantern one-shot for DC, his experience on Thor for Marvel and - oh yes - his current work on Witchblade and Magdalena for Top Cow. It's another terrific interview with Ron Marz. Listen now! Aron yes 1:11:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18034 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18034#comments Tue, 31 May 2011 01:30:02 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=18034 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/18034/feed 0 Comics,DC,green lantern,Kirby Genesis,Marvel,podcast,Xombi Paul has an announcement to make Memorial Day Plans Tim’s small itty bitty banter topic The Mighty Thor #2 Amazing Spider-Man #662 FF #4 Green Lantern #66 Green Lantern Corps #60 Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors #10 Spider-Girl #7 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/fb2010_97.png) * Paul has an announcement to make * Memorial Day Plans * Tim’s small itty bitty banter topic * The Mighty Thor #2 * Amazing Spider-Man #662 * FF #4 * Green Lantern #66 * Green Lantern Corps #60 * Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors #10 * Spider-Girl #7 * Kirby: Genesis #0 * Xombi #3 Just a few weeks left 'til big episode 100.  We're getting our tuxes pressed and preparing all the awesome.  You can be part of the show. * You can ask a question on the Funnybooks hotline by dialing 972-763-5903 and leaving us you message just like our good friend Tony Mast of Back Seat Producers and Back Seat Box Office did this week; and/or * You can suggest show topics in the comments section below. Watch the site for additional details, because we'll be offering valuable prizes for those whose questions and topics we use. This coming Friday... big things... The next episode of Knight of Reignsborough hits the interwebz in which you'll get to meet our newest player charcter.  Also, X-Men: First Class opens, be sure to pop on back next week to hear our thoughts... And Friday is the first full day of Dude-a-palooza.  It's gonna be a thing. Aron yes 1:19:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17982 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17982#comments Mon, 23 May 2011 02:59:08 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/?p=17982 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17982/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast This week, both Paul and Wayne saw Pirates of the Caribbean, but not together.  It's not like they're dating or anything, though they do tend coordinate they're wardrobe with freakish regularity.  At the theater, they had wildly different experiences. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/fb2010_96.png)This week, both Paul and Wayne saw Pirates of the Caribbean, but not together.  It's not like they're dating or anything, though they do tend coordinate they're wardrobe with freakish regularity.  At the theater, they had wildly different experiences.  Be that as it may, we all grooved to this week's new Green Lantern trailer.  We discussed it all this week, plus our Rapture plans and even the week's new comics. * Booster Gold #44 * X-Men Giant Size #1 * Avengers Academy #14 * Amazing Spider-Man #661 * Alpha Flight #0 * Batman And Robin #23 * Thunderbolts #157 * Rocketeer Adventures #1 Stay tuned after the end-music for more discussion. Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback like William Pall (http://twitter.com/#!/williampall) did. Aron yes 1:19:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17972 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17972#comments Wed, 18 May 2011 03:42:02 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17972 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17972/feed 1 Boom!,dracula,Planet of the Apes The first thing you have to understand about Daryl Gregory is that despite all evidence to the contrary he is not in fact British. I know, right? The next thing you need to know about Daryl Gregory?  He's writing two of the best comics around. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/fb2011_gregory.png)The first thing you have to understand about Daryl Gregory is that despite all evidence to the contrary he is not in fact British. I know, right? The next thing you need to know about Daryl Gregory?  He's writing two of the best comics around.  His Dracula: Company of Monsters is simply the best Dracula story since Wolfman and Colan's Tomb of Dracula.  It is one of the finest, genuinely horrorific comics to see print in years. His Planet of the Apes returns the franchise to the original continuity picking up where the fifth film, Battle for the Planet of the Apes, leaves off.  It's a talking-monkey-aficionado's dream come true.  It's a terrific simian whodunit with all kinds of organic human.  We're enjoying it so much, we're finging poo! Daryl's writing some great stuff and we had a blast talking to him about it.  Even though he isn't British. Aron yes 1:04:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17942 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17942#comments Mon, 16 May 2011 02:53:34 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17942 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17942/feed 1 Comics,DC,flashpoint,podcast This week, a lot of folks called in sick... so they didn't get to join us for our Thwipster.com conversation.  They didn't get to lament the sad news of NBC's Wonder Woman decision.  And they didn't get to ruminate over the Smallville series finale. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/fb2010_95.png) This week, a lot of folks called in sick... so they didn't get to join us for our Thwipster.com conversation.  They didn't get to lament the sad news of NBC's Wonder Woman decision.  And they didn't get to ruminate over the Smallville series finale.  That's fine. Podcasting is done by those who show up.  So we talked about all that cool stuff and the week's comics. * Journey Into Mystery #623 * New Mutants #25 * Spider-Girl #6 * Amazing Spider-Man #660 * FF #3 * Flashpoint #1 * Superman #711 * Red Robin #23 * New Avengers #12 Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback or call in sick like Thistledown John, Sean and Scott did! Aron yes 1:13:30 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17898 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17898#comments Mon, 09 May 2011 02:51:09 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17898 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17898/feed 0 Comics,DC,Free Comic Book Day,Marvel,podcast,Thor Historians will designate the time we find ourselves in as A.T. (After Thor). That's right, we now live in a world with not just a Thor movie, but an awesome Thor movie. All of your Funnybooks hosts saw it and in this week's episode, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/fb2010_94.png) Historians will designate the time we find ourselves in as A.T. (After Thor). That's right, we now live in a world with not just a Thor movie, but an awesome Thor movie. All of your Funnybooks hosts saw it and in this week's episode, we tell you all about it, Free Comic Book Day and - oh yes - the week's comics. Due to a shorter turn-a-round time than usual this week, editing is a little rough. Fear Itself #2 (of 7) Avengers Academy #13 Moon Knight #1 Uncanny X-Force #9 Our Free Comic Book Day wrap-up! Super Dinosaur Free Comic Book Day Special Amazing Spider-Man Green Lantern/Flashpoint Locke and Key Avatar/Star Wars Intrepid Escapegoat Kung Fu Panda Atomic Robo We announce our Morning Glories trade paperback winner! Monday, May 9th is Free Funnybook Day right here at Ideology of Madness!  We're giving awesome stuff away all freakin' day! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback! Aron yes 1:39:10 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17766 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17766#comments Mon, 02 May 2011 06:00:34 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17766 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17766/feed 0 Andrew's out "sick" this week, so you'll have to settle for Aron, Paulie, Tim and Wayne. R.I.P. TiVo Tim’s Rant E-Mail we need to read (Twilight Guardian) Booster Gold in Smallville The Mighty Thor #1 Action Comics #900 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/05/fb2010_93.png)Andrew's out "sick" this week, so you'll have to settle for Aron, Paulie, Tim and Wayne. * R.I.P. TiVo * Tim’s Rant * E-Mail we need to read (Twilight Guardian) * Booster Gold in Smallville * The Mighty Thor #1 * Action Comics #900 * Amazing Spider-Man #659 * FF #2 * Avengers #12.1 * Justice League: Generation Lost #24 * Wonder Woman #610 * Dracula: The Company of Monsters #9 * Planet of the Apes #1 Coming up Saturday May 7 is Free Comic Book Day (http://freecomicbookday.com/), the day you can visit your friendly neighborhood comic shop and pick up free comics.  Hot on the heels of  FCBD is Free Funnybook Day!  The second year, IoM will be giving away comics all day on the Monday after Free Comic Book Day.  Woot! Don't forget our Morning Glories give-a-way (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/17642)! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback! Aron yes 1:31:25 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17637 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17637#comments Sun, 24 Apr 2011 22:10:30 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17637 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17637/feed 0 Boom!,Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Really, what's more in keeping with the Easter season than a podcast with Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne talking about comics?  Whether you're celebrating the resurrection of the living God or enjoying an off-the-hook pagan fertility ritual, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/fb2010_92.png)Really, what's more in keeping with the Easter season than a podcast with Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne talking about comics?  Whether you're celebrating the resurrection of the living God or enjoying an off-the-hook pagan fertility ritual, clearly this is the podcast for you. Business cards Tim's nerd date Roger Langridge and R-rated superhero comics Avengers Academy #12 Thunderbolts #156 Twilight Guardian #4 War of the Green Lanterns: Green Lantern #65 & Green Lantern Corps #59 Supergirl #63 Dracula: The Company of Monsters Volumes 1 and 2 Malignant Man Be sure to check out our Morning Glories Give-a-way which you'll find on the site (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/contests) Monday morning! Give us a call at 972-763-5903 and leave us your feedback! Free Funnybook Day is coming... Aron yes 1:21:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17575 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17575#comments Mon, 18 Apr 2011 02:05:40 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17575 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17575/feed 1 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast,Star Trek Evil doers rise - Now Avengers assemble With hammer and shield Join the Haiku Avengers along with Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne and Andrew for another exciting week of comics, p0rn parodies and poetry! Star Trek: TNG, A XXX Parody (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/fb2010_91.png) Evil doers rise Now Avengers assemble With hammer and shield Join the Haiku Avengers along with Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne and Andrew for another exciting week of comics, p0rn parodies and poetry! Star Trek: TNG, A XXX Parody (http://axxxparody.com/) Paul’s Mysterious Banter Topic Pre-ordering your comics Justice League: Generation Lost #23 Red Robin #22 Batman and Robin #22 Captain America: The Fighting Avenger #1 Uncanny X-Men #535 New Avengers #11 Amazing Spider-Man# 658 Journey Into Mystery #622 Infinite Vacation #2 Battle Chasers Anthology This week's sound engineering provided by DJ Kitteh. Aron yes 1:32:45 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17560 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17560#comments Mon, 11 Apr 2011 02:30:42 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17560 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17560/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Let's face it. This was not the most spectacular week in comics.  With a few noteworthy exceptions, it's a rather lackluster stack of books.  That's probably the reason we spend so much time in this episode talking about movies such as SUCKER PUNCH an... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/fb2010_90.png)Let's face it. This was not the most spectacular week in comics.  With a few noteworthy exceptions, it's a rather lackluster stack of books.  That's probably the reason we spend so much time in this episode talking about movies such as SUCKER PUNCH and GREEN LANTERN, Back Seat Box Office (http://feeds.feedburner.com/BackSeatBoxOffice) and Nanna.  Join Aron, Paul, Tim and Andrew as they speculate about Wayne's sack. Fear Itself #1 Annihilators #2 Amazing Spider-Man Annual #38 Dungeons and Dragons #5 Charismagic #1 Traveller #1-5 Aron yes 1:18:45 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17505 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17505#comments Mon, 04 Apr 2011 01:41:01 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17505 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17505/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast And so it is April... just a scant month away from Free Comic Book Day and, even more awesome, Free Funnybook Day.  It's April and the birds are singing, flowers are blooming and your histamine levels are rising. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/04/fb2010_89.png)And so it is April... just a scant month away from Free Comic Book Day and, even more awesome, Free Funnybook Day.  It's April and the birds are singing, flowers are blooming and your histamine levels are rising.  It's April and the lawns are turning as green as Oa. Join Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne and Andrew for the first episode of April. Amazing Spider-Man #657 Wonder Woman #609 War of the Green Lanterns Green Lantern #64 Green Lantern Corps #58 Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors #8 Xombi #1 Teen Titans #93 Spider-Crap #5 Grimm Fairy Tales: Myths and Legends #3 Starborn #1-4 Aron yes 1:26:40 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17437 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17437#comments Mon, 28 Mar 2011 06:00:45 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17437 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17437/feed 3 Comics,DC,Fear The Con,fear the con 4,Marvel,podcast Returning to the real world after three days of awesome at Word Wide Wing Night and Fear the Con 4 in St. Louis was brutal for your Funnybooks hosts.  But at least Warren Beatty had a good week., what with winning his rights back to make a Dick Tracy f... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/fb2010_88.png) Returning to the real world after three days of awesome at Word Wide Wing Night and Fear the Con 4 (http://fearthecon.com) in St. Louis was brutal for your Funnybooks hosts.  But at least Warren Beatty had a good week., what with winning his rights back to make a Dick Tracy film.  And, hey, Neonomicon ended with a spectacularly unfulfilled promise of elder god junk.  Join Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne and Andrew as they lament the torture of real world. NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT * (Marvel) Uncanny X-Force, Captain America*, and Thor Point Ones * (DC) Justice League: Generation Lost #22 * (Marvel) Amazing Spider-Man #656 * (Marvel)Thunderbolts #155 * (Marvel) Ultimate Doom #4 * (Marvel) Fear Itself Prologue: Book of the Skull * (Marvel) Avengers Academy #11 * (Marvel) FF #1 * (Image) Lorna, Relic Wrangler One-Shot (Boom!) Soldier Zero #1-6 (*) None of us could remember how Sin, the Red Skull's daughter, received her skullish visage.  Our interns reviewed the record and found that Synthia "Sin" Schmidt (aka Mother Superior of the Sisters of Sin) was injured in an explosion while trying to put her father, the Red Skull, into Steve Rogers' body.  Beyond sounding like the plot of an awesome gay porno, her face was burned rendering her skully. Aron yes 1:17:05 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17365 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17365#comments Mon, 21 Mar 2011 05:46:24 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17365 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17365/feed 0 Fear The Con,fear the con 4,FTC4,podcast,RPG On day two of Fear the Con 4, your Funnybooks hosts settled down to enjoy some lunch and chat about the con.  Since Wayne was otherwise engaged, John Stephens of Thistledown Actual Play was employed to fill the role of Fake Wayne (aka False Wayne or Fo... On day two of Fear the Con 4 (http://fearthecon.com), your Funnybooks hosts settled down to enjoy some lunch and chat about the con.  Since Wayne was otherwise engaged, John Stephens of Thistledown Actual Play (http://www.thistledownap.com/) was employed to fill the role of Fake Wayne (aka False Wayne or Fool's Wayne).  We were joined by comedian Mikey Mason (http://www.mikeymason.com) as well as Tim Rodriguez from Dice Food Lodging (http://www.dicefoodlodging.com/), Josh from the internet (http://twitter.com/#!/tikilovegod), and Ideology of Madness contributor James (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/author/james). We discuss all manner of topics, none of them comic book related.  So, a bit of a departure for this comic book podcast.  If you're new to this podcast, please check out our weekly comics discussion episodes (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/funny-books-with-aron-paulie) or our New Comic Book Day Interviews series (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/new-comic-book-day-interviews). This is the first of the audio we recorded at Fear the Con (http://www.feartheboot.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=48).  We've got several actual play sessions coming and more commentary.  Watch the site for updates. Fear the Comedian: Mikey Mason Previewing next year's con-game... The Quality Inn Expedition Paul is Smooth The Cultural Defining Semantics of Pizza Songs in the Key of Shame Judged by the cleaning staff Aron yes 42:58 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17264 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17264#comments Mon, 14 Mar 2011 03:24:07 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17264 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17264/feed 0 Comics,DC,Fear The Con,Marvel,podcast In the week prior to Fear the Con 4, Aron gets an iPad2 and speaks of it in glowing terms bordering on the inappropriate while Paul has a lot of explaining to do.  There's also the Trade Paper Back and Sock Incidents to discuss.  And comics. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/fb2010_86.png)In the week prior to Fear the Con 4 (http://www.fearthecon.com), Aron gets an iPad2 and speaks of it in glowing terms bordering on the inappropriate while Paul has a lot of explaining to do.  There's also the Trade Paper Back and Sock Incidents to discuss.  And comics. * New Avengers #10 * Wonder Woman #608 * Ultimate Spider-Man #155 * Venom #1 * Justice League: Generation Lost #21 * Superboy #5 * Lil’ Depressed Boy #2 Sigil #1 Aron yes 1:08:50 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17174 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17174#comments Mon, 07 Mar 2011 04:39:07 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17174 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17174/feed 0 Comics,DC,Fear The Con,Marvel,podcast Paul returns this week, but leaves that echo of his behind while we find ourselves lusting after the iPad2 and giddy with the anticipation of Fear the Con 4.  Join Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne and Andrew for another podcast episode full of comics, and yes, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/fb2010_85tall_a.png)Paul returns this week, but leaves that echo of his behind while we find ourselves lusting after the iPad2 and giddy with the anticipation of Fear the Con 4.  Join Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne and Andrew for another podcast episode full of comics, and yes, He/She Update Week 3! Annihilators #1 Astonishing Thor #3 Avengers Academy #10 Green Lantern #63 Heroes for Hire #4 Incognito: Bad Influences #4 Savage Dragon #169 Thunderbolts #154 Aron yes 1:15:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17108 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17108#comments Mon, 28 Feb 2011 06:00:15 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17108 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17108/feed 1 Comics,DC,Fear The Con,Marvel,podcast Paul's away from the microphone this week and he decided to take that irritating echo with him.  So while Aron, Tim, Wayne and Andrew wait for Charlie Sheen to dial in, we chat about all manner of subjects. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/fb2010_84tall.png)Paul's away from the microphone this week and he decided to take that irritating echo with him.  So while Aron, Tim, Wayne and Andrew wait for Charlie Sheen to dial in, we chat about all manner of subjects.  For instance we mourn the loss of comics and animation luminary Dwayne McDuffie, Tim applies some savage guilt to Aron, Andrew gives us a He/She update and Aron calls Andrew out. Oh, and we talk about comics, too: Teen Titans #92 Ultimate Comics Doom #3 JL: Generation Lost #20 Power Man & Iron Fist #2 Fantastic Four #588 Amazing Spider-Man #655 Aron yes 53:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17005 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17005#comments Mon, 21 Feb 2011 03:35:09 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=17005 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/17005/feed 6 Comics,DC,green lantern,Marvel,Thor This week, after trying him out a couple of times, we welcome Andrew as our newest co-host.  We cover a lot of ground this time.  Aron's car gets banged up, Paul gets screwed over by his comics-guy, and Andrew continues to chase the He/She as Tim and W... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/fb2010_83tall.png)This week, after trying him out a couple of times, we welcome Andrew as our newest co-host.  We cover a lot of ground this time.  Aron's car gets banged up, Paul gets screwed over by his comics-guy, and Andrew continues to chase the He/She as Tim and Wayne mock him. Telltale Games announces Walking Dead and Fables video games Borders New THOR Trailer Marvel teasers: Fear Itself and Spider-Island Amazing Spider-Man #654.1 – JAPT Spider-Girl #4 Supergirl #61 and the revenge of Paul’s comic shop Uncanny X-Force #5 Silver Surfer #1 Avengers Academy #9 Green Lantern #62 & Green Lantern Corps #57 Thunderbolts #153 Dungeons and Dragons #4 Hulk #30 Advance Review: Fly #1-3 Aron yes 1:30:45 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16827 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16827#comments Mon, 14 Feb 2011 03:53:21 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16827 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16827/feed 3 Comics,DC,green lantern,Marvel,Movies & TV,podcast,Star Trek The nation thawed out long enough for us to get our comics this week.  With two weeks worth of books to talk about, we needed some extra help.  So Andrew from Back Seat Box Office joined us for the heavy lifting.  Hunker in with Aron, Paul, Tim, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/02/fb2010_82tall.png)The nation thawed out long enough for us to get our comics this week.  With two weeks worth of books to talk about, we needed some extra help.  So Andrew from Back Seat Box Office (http://backseatproducers.com/2011/02/11/back-seat-box-office-21/) joined us for the heavy lifting.  Hunker in with Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne and Andrew for the awesomeness of Super Gorillas, Powder Man & Iron First, and Aron's secret shame. Superbowl movie trailers The 19" Galactus Action Figure (http://www.hasbro.com/shop/details.cfm?guid=3184F277-5056-900B-1095-DC69CEC0F851&product_id=27676&src=endeca) Paul had another incident at the comic shop Flashpoint announcements – Flash #9 and Time Masters: Vanishing Point #6 (Marvel) Amazing Spider-Man #653 & #654 (DC) Red Robin #20 (Marvel) New Avengers #9 (DC) Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors #20 (DC) Batman and Robin #20 (DC) Justice League: Generation Lost #19 (The Blue Beetle radio dramas (http://www.podcastdirectory.com/podcasts/archive.php?iid=36578) Wayne refers to) (DC) Superman #708 – AW (Superman says Fuck Omaha) (Marvel) Power Man & Iron Fist #1 (IDW) Star Trek: Infestation #1 (Aspen) Charismagic #0 Don't miss out on Paul's all-new serialized fiction, Supernatural Straightjacket! (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/supernatural-straightjacket) Aron yes 1:31:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16548 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16548#comments Mon, 31 Jan 2011 04:19:36 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16548 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16548/feed 6 Comics,DC,Fantastic Four,Human Torch,Marvel We've got so much to talk about this week, we had to bring in some additional help.  Joining us to discuss the week's comics, the hype around The Last Stand of Johnny Storm and the distressing stripper shortage is official Knights of Reignsborough arti... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/fb2010_81tall.png)We've got so much to talk about this week, we had to bring in some additional help.  Joining us to discuss the week's comics, the hype around The Last Stand of Johnny Storm and the distressing stripper shortage is official Knights of Reignsborough (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough) artist Jake Ekiss (http://jakeekiss.blogspot.com/).  You may remember Jake from his appearance on Indie Comic Book Week episode (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough) or perhaps from his web comic, Solomon Azua (http://www.space-gun.com/solomonazua/).  Join Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne and Jake as we rock a super-sized episode of Funnybooks! Super Bowl XLV and the horror of the Dallas stripper shortage (http://espn.go.com/espn/page2/index?id=6068854) Aron's T-Shirt (http://www.computergear.com/star-trek-chicks-dig-the-uniform-kirk-spock-tshirt.html) story DC's Flashpoint Infestation #1 Age of X: Alpha Shazam #1 Teen Titans #91 Astonishing Thor #2 Wonder Woman #606 New Avengers #8 Echoes #2 Uncanny X-Force #4 Ultimate Comics Doom #2 Fantastic Four #587 Our Favorite Comic Book Death and…What if we were writing 3? Aron yes 1:53:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16502 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16502#comments Mon, 24 Jan 2011 02:02:16 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16502 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16502/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast On the heels of our interview with Amazing Spider-man scribe Dan Slott, Tim is inspired to bring the energy and bullies the rest of us into doing the same. Join the brow-beaten Aron, Paulie, and Wayne as Tim prods us forward. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/fb2010_80tall.png)On the heels of our interview with Amazing Spider-man scribe Dan Slott, Tim is inspired to bring the energy and bullies the rest of us into doing the same. Join the brow-beaten Aron, Paulie, and Wayne as Tim prods us forward. Aron's messed up dreams NBC picks up the rights to the Wonder Woman TV Show Announcement of the next Batman movie villains Cartoon Network's Young Justice Marvel to sell Fantastic Four #587 on Tuesday (Marvel) Avengers Academy #8 (DC Comics) Supergirl #60 (IDW) Dungeons and Dragons #3 (Marvel) Amazing Spider-Man #652 (DC Comics) Batman: Streets of Gotham #19 (Image) Morning Glories #6 (Image) Witchblade #140-141 Aron yes 1:05:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16438 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16438#comments Mon, 17 Jan 2011 05:08:46 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16438 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16438/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast There's a lot to talk about this week.  Wayne got a new bed, Fear the Con's coming up and - oh yes - comics!  So gird your loins and join Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne for our 79th weekly episode! Wayne saw the Green Hornet The Cape (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/fb2010_79tall.png)There's a lot to talk about this week.  Wayne got a new bed, Fear the Con's coming up and - oh yes - comics!  So gird your loins and join Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne for our 79th weekly episode! Wayne saw the Green Hornet The Cape (Marvel) Amazing Spider-Man #651 (Marvel) Captain America: Man Outta Time #3 (DC Comics) Green Lantern: Emerald Warrios #6 (IDW) John Byrne's Next Men #2 (DC Comics) Red Robin #19 (Image Comics) Infinite Vacation #1 Trade Spotlight Superman: Doomsday Legends of the Guard Dark Avengers Post-Reborn Captain America Aron yes 1:10:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16365 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16365#comments Mon, 10 Jan 2011 01:58:45 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16365 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16365/feed 3 Comics,DC,Marvel,Movies & TV,podcast,Science Fiction It was a sad week for comics.  Not only did very little hit the stands for the first week of January 2011, but there was also very little in the way of quality in these books.  But don't despair, there were a couple of winners.  Plus, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/fb2010_78tall.png)It was a sad week for comics.  Not only did very little hit the stands for the first week of January 2011, but there was also very little in the way of quality in these books.  But don't despair, there were a couple of winners.  Plus, we return to What If We Were Writing...? Join Aron, Paul, Tim, and Wayne for the 78th weekly episode of Funnybooks: Timmy Loves Paulie, but Screwed by TiVo At long last, Wayne gets to see Young Justice Steel #1 Ultimate Comics Captain America #1 Superboy #3 Avengers Prime #5 Batman Beyond #1 Thanos Imperative: Devastation What if we were writing…Marvel’s next big event? Aron yes 1:15:25 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16312 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16312#comments Mon, 03 Jan 2011 06:01:38 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16312 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16312/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Our 77th weekly episode was recorded the morning of New Year's Day with your four hosts slightly the worse for wear from the earlier evening's celebrations. Still, no amount of alcohol and loose women can keep these podcasters from their sacred mission. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/fb2010_77tall.png)Our 77th weekly episode was recorded the morning of New Year's Day with your four hosts slightly the worse for wear from the earlier evening's celebrations. Still, no amount of alcohol and loose women can keep these podcasters from their sacred mission. Join Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne as they kick off 2011 with massive hangovers! Happy Nude Year! Paul cries himself to sleep on his wee pillow Tim makes his victory lap Marvel Age of X Hype Historical Log 1A - The March for Purity (http://marvel.com/12271984/) Historical Log 2B - The Phoenix Destroys Albany (http://marvel.com/661983/) Historical Log 3C - Mutant-Hunting Exonims begin "The Decimation" (http://marvel.com/661983/) Historical Log 4D - The Fantastic Four Arrested (http://marvel.com/6121972/) Historical Log 5E - Avengers Tasked with Hunting Mutants (http://marvel.com/9131968/) (Marvel) What If #200 (Marvel) Avengers #8 (Marvel) Ultimate Comics: Thor #3 (Marvel) Daken: Dark Wolverine #4 (DC Comics) Teen Titans #90 (DC Comics) Green Arrow #7 (Top Cow) Echoes #1 Aron yes 57:05 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16273 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16273#comments Mon, 27 Dec 2010 04:13:24 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16273 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16273/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast It's that time of year, again.  It is the time when we gather to reflect on the best the year has offered us and the worst with which it has afflicted us.  Alabama Sunshine joins the regular crew of Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne as we reflect, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/fb2010_76tall.png)It's that time of year, again.  It is the time when we gather to reflect on the best the year has offered us and the worst with which it has afflicted us.  Alabama Sunshine joins the regular crew of Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne as we reflect, praise and even curse the comics of 2010. Limited Series/Original Graphic Novel Crossover/Event Hero Villain Cover Use of a comic property (comic media/movie/game) The Holy Sh*t moment of 2010 Break to remember those comics that passed away this year from our pulls, or were cancelled Most Improved Comic (conversely, the comic that fell from grace the most this year) Artist/Art Team Writer/Writing Team New Series Ongoing Series Aron yes 1:32:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16234 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16234#comments Mon, 20 Dec 2010 04:48:28 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16234 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16234/feed 5 Comics,DC,green lantern,Marvel,podcast,top cow Santa's making his list, checking it twice and found three guys ain't nice right here on this podcast.  That's right... Neither Paul, Tim nor Wayne can expect gifts under the tree.  They're mean, mean boys. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/fb2010_75tall-300x300.png)Santa's making his list, checking it twice and found three guys ain't nice right here on this podcast.  That's right... Neither Paul, Tim nor Wayne can expect gifts under the tree.  They're mean, mean boys.  But Santa won't be leaving them sticks and coal.  No, this year he's giving a little Alabama Sunshine to the bad boys.  I hope they learn their lesson. Meanwhile Aron, who's been extraordinarily good this year, will enjoy all the toys and comics books Santa's bringing. Do You Fear…Marvel’s Next Big Event? SyFy cancels Stargate: Universe Paul finally got The Scourge (Marvel) Amazing Spider-Man #650 (Marvel) What If? Spider-Man (Marvel) Thunderbolts #151 (Marvel) Avengers Academy #7 (DC) Green Lantern #60 (DC) Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors #5 (IDW) Dungeons and Dragons #2 (Image) Velocity #3 (Archaia) Mouse Guard: The Black Axe #1 (Red 5) Atomic Robo and the Deadly Art of Science #2 Aron yes 58:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16175 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16175#comments Mon, 13 Dec 2010 03:37:51 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16175 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16175/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,Movies & TV Studies show that 25% of all men are dicks.  4 out of 5 dentists agree, but that fifth guy (and a little of the fourth) is a dick.  The reality is that if you're hanging out with three other dudes and you can't figure which of you is the dick? (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/fb2010_74tall-300x300.png)Studies show that 25% of all men are dicks.  4 out of 5 dentists agree, but that fifth guy (and a little of the fourth) is a dick.  The reality is that if you're hanging out with three other dudes and you can't figure which of you is the dick?  It's most likely you. This episode Aron, Tim, and Wayne identify that Paul is ours.  Paul is a dick. The Thor Trailer DnA Annihilators Paul’s new opportunity to be an Executive Producer Mark Waid leaves Boom! Marvel’s Architects Program New Comics Release Spotlight New Avengers #7 Lady Mechanika #1 Red Robin #18 Superboy # What If? Wolverine Wasn’t a Deadbeat Dad? Justice League: Generation Lost #15 With the conclusion of The Walking Dead, what other comics should make the transition to television? Aron yes 1:13:30 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16130 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16130#comments Mon, 06 Dec 2010 06:01:43 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16130 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16130/feed 1 Boom!,Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast This week, Andrew  of Backseat Box Office fame joins us to talk about a spectacularly craptastic week in comics (with one or two notable exceptions) and join us in our second Christmas Spectacular.  So throw another Batman book on the fire and pour you... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/12/fb2010_73tall.png)This week, Andrew  of Backseat Box Office (http://www.backseatproducers.com/) fame joins us to talk about a spectacularly craptastic week in comics (with one or two notable exceptions) and join us in our second Christmas Spectacular.  So throw another Batman book on the fire and pour yourself a tall mulled cider.  Christmas time is here! (DC Comics) Adventure Comics #521 (DC Comics) Batman: Orphans #1 (Marvel) Spider-Girl #1 (Marvel) Shadowland #5 and Daredevil #15 (Marvel) Heroes for Hire #1 (Boom!) Chip N Dale: Rescue Rangers #1 (Marvel) Taskmaster #4 (Marvel) Thor: For Asgard #5 (Image Comics) The Darkness #87 (Marvel) What If? Iron Man: Demon in An Armor Marvel Sneak Peeks Christmas List Suggestions Opening testimonial provided by 5-year old Aidan, who via his father, provided the winning entry to our Klutz Book of Inventions and Flip UltraHD camera give-a-way. Aron yes 1:12:05 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16063 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16063#comments Mon, 29 Nov 2010 06:00:44 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=16063 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/16063/feed 0 batman,Comics,DC,Marvel,spider-man,top cow While attending a demonstration in radiology, high school student Paul Aponte was bitten by a podcaster which had accidentally been exposed to radioactive rays.  Through a miracle of science, Paul soon found that he had gained the Podcaster's powers... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/fb2010_72tall.png)While attending a demonstration in radiology, high school student Paul Aponte was bitten by a podcaster which had accidentally been exposed to radioactive rays.  Through a miracle of science, Paul soon found that he had gained the Podcaster's powers... and had, in effect, become a human podcaster!  From that day on he was... The Acerbic Paulie-Man! Thanksgiving debrief and Tim is the Next Food Network Star! IDW's Infestation! The Young Justice premiere on the Cartoon Network Teen Titans #89 Batwoman #0 Justice League: Generation Lost #14 Marvel Comics New Release Spotlight: Amazing Spider-Man #649 Fantastic Four #585 Astonishing Thor #1 Thunderstrike #1 Uncanny X-Force #2 A Spotlight on That Which Is Not Truly Indie, Though Paul Calls It Indie Anyway: Magdalena #4 Artifacts #3 Green Hornet #10 Paul's Contest Winner for STEAMING PILE OF BATMAN, and A New Contest! We suffered some Skype echo. As much as possible was edited out.  Apologies for those remaining. Aron yes 1:27:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15798 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15798#comments Tue, 23 Nov 2010 01:00:40 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15798 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15798/feed 0 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15764 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15764#comments Mon, 22 Nov 2010 02:00:14 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15764 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15764/feed 3 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Grant Morrison's grand Batman opus has brought Bruce Wayne back to the DCU.  IoM's Paulie read all of the week's BatBooks.  Now, all that is left to do is mock him.  Join Aron, Wayne and Tim as they each take their turn harassing Paul. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/fb2010_71tall-300x300.png) Grant Morrison's grand Batman opus has brought Bruce Wayne back to the DCU.  IoM's Paulie read all of the week's BatBooks.  Now, all that is left to do is mock him.  Join Aron, Wayne and Tim as they each take their turn harassing Paul. * Thor: The Mighty Avengers gets canceled * Big Comic Events this week – Brightest Day Shocker * Marvel Comics New Release Spotlight: * Avengers #7 * Daken: Dark Wolverine #3 * Thunderbolts #150 * X-Men #5 * DC Comics New Release Spotlight: * Batman: The Return #1 * Batman, Inc. #1 * Batman #704 * The Flash #6 * Superman #705 * DC Comics Presents: Chase * The books we are most thankful for… * Aron’s Contest Winners * Paul’s Announcement of a new contest! Aron yes 1:07:30 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15555 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15555#comments Mon, 15 Nov 2010 02:33:58 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15555 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15555/feed 1 batman,Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Grant Morrison continues his earth-shattering run on Funnybooks with this exciting, new episode! FUNNYBOOKS, INC. marks the next stage of evolution for Ideology of Madness. This can't-miss episode stars not just Aron and Paulie, but also Wayne and Tim! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/fb2010_70tall.png) Grant Morrison continues his earth-shattering run on Funnybooks with this exciting, new episode! FUNNYBOOKS, INC. marks the next stage of evolution for Ideology of Madness. This can't-miss episode stars not just Aron and Paulie, but also Wayne and Tim! Don't miss out on this all-new start to a stunning direction for Funnybooks! * JMS leaves the monthlies * Spider-Man Must Die! And Doomsday Reigns! * MARVEL NEW COMICS RELEASE SPOTLIGHT * Thanos Imperative #6 * New Avengers #6 * Captain America: Man Out of Time #1 * Avengers Prime #4 * Ultimate Comics Thor #2 * DC COMICS NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT * Justice League: Generation Lost #13 * Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors #4 (with chat about the recently released GL movie footage) * Batgirl #15 * Red Robin #17 * We announce the winner of our Y: The Last Man Contest Our next contest! Aron shares a positive customer service experience with InStockTrades.com (http://instocktrades.com) Aron yes 1:08:50 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15414 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15414#comments Mon, 08 Nov 2010 06:00:01 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15414 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15414/feed 1 In our mind-blowing 69th episode.... ARON HEAD IS MISSING! While we try to figure out if he's still at the Asian massage parlor, or if Jason Voorhees is systematically taking out Funnybooks hosts, Paul, Tim and Wayne try to muscle up enough gusto to ... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/fb2010_69tall1.png)In our mind-blowing 69th episode.... ARON HEAD IS MISSING! While we try to figure out if he's still at the Asian massage parlor, or if Jason Voorhees is systematically taking out Funnybooks hosts, Paul, Tim and Wayne try to muscle up enough gusto to talk about this week's mediocre comic book selection.  Along the way, we talk about Smallville, Marvel's new "Point One" Initiative, paying too much for crappy comic books, and the one thing that Tim, Paul and Wayne can all agree on - the one monthly book that's been consistently good all year.  Also, the Taco Bell sandwich lady and sneaky ways to get people to buy Aspen Comics The Scourge #1. This week's new comics that are discussed: DC COMICS NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT * Batman and Robin #16 * Red Hood: Lost Days #6 * Superboy #1 MARVEL NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT * Avengers Academy #6 INDY SPOTLIGHT * Invincible #75 (w/ some words about Amazing Spider-Man #647) * Serentiy: Shephard's Tale * Atomic Robo and the Deadly Art of Science #1 (due out this coming Wednesday) Prepare yourself for Paul, Tim, and Wayne to throw down some mutha' effin' wisdom on ya!  Bam! Paul yes 1:02:30 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15373 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15373#comments Fri, 05 Nov 2010 13:51:11 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15373 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15373/feed 1 Comics,podcast,RPG This time, we kick around character concepts.  Each of the players presents three different character ideas, they are discussed and then the group votes on their preferences with the player making the ultimate decision as to which one will be played. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/kor4.png)This time, we kick around character concepts.  Each of the players presents three different character ideas, they are discussed and then the group votes on their preferences with the player making the ultimate decision as to which one will be played. Some terrific ideas are pitched. Plus, a terrible secret is teased...! Join Aron, Paul, Tim, Wayne and Jonathan as they determine  who the Knights of Reignsborough will be! Aron yes 2:16:10 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15324 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15324#comments Mon, 01 Nov 2010 02:39:52 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15324 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15324/feed 1 Comics,DC,Horror,Marvel,podcast This week on Funnybooks, a demon is manifest... a comic is delayed... and Ben Grimm gets his freak on.  Join Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne for the play-by-play! DC COMICS NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: Batman and Robin #15 Superman #704 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/fb2010_68tall.png)This week on Funnybooks, a demon is manifest... a comic is delayed... and Ben Grimm gets his freak on.  Join Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne for the play-by-play! DC COMICS NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: Batman and Robin #15 Superman #704 Wonder Woman #604 Legion of Super-Heroes #6 Teen Titans #88 Justice Society of America #44 MARVEL NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: Fantastic Four #584 Avengers #6 Thunderbolts #149 Ultimate Comics Mystery #4 Incognito: Bad Influences #1 The book(s) everyone tells you you're supposed to like, but you hate. Knight of Reignsborough, our sandbox superhero RPG actual play continues this Friday with our fourth episode.  Check it out! (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough) Follow us on Twitter: * Aron (http://twitter.com/aronhead) * Paul (http://twitter.com/IoMPaul/) * Jonathan (http://twitter.com/kdbjon) * Wayne (http://twitter.com/valegor) * Tim (http://twitter.com/appollyon13) * Tolly (http://twitter.com/IoMTolly) Aron yes 1:18:15 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15305 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15305#comments Fri, 29 Oct 2010 05:25:39 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15305 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15305/feed 2 Comics,podcast,RPG In this the third episode in our world building series for sandbox supers RPG we have.... History! Racial tensions! Monorails! A city name! Factions and political power! Pizza! Hot, player-on-player action! Spelling! ... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/kor3_new.png)In this the third episode in our world building series for sandbox supers RPG we have.... History! Racial tensions! Monorails! A city name! Factions and political power! Pizza! Hot, player-on-player action! Spelling! ... All this plus a city under the city and what's going to make the game cool in this episode of Knights of Reignsborough! Aron yes 1:17:05 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14887 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14887#comments Wed, 27 Oct 2010 06:00:22 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14887 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14887/feed 0 Comics,DC,Horror,pauloween horror nights,podcast,top cow In a special joint venture between Pauloween Horror Nights 2010 and Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie, we've been talking to some awesome horror comic writers this month!  This week?  David Hine, writer of The Darkness: Four Horsemen from Top Cow Comics! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fb2010_davidhinetall.png)In a special joint venture between Pauloween Horror Nights 2010 and Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie, we've been talking to some awesome horror comic writers this month!  This week?  David Hine, writer of The Darkness: Four Horsemen from Top Cow Comics! David Hine is the writer of many popular titles, includin g the Marvel mini series X-Men: The 198, Civil War: X-Men, and Silent War. He was also the writer of Spawn for Image comics from issues # 151 to # 184 .  He recently wrote the Arkham Asylum one-shot for the Batman Battle for the Cowl event, as well as the Arkham Reborn and Detective Comics follow-ups, chronicling Jeremiah Arkham's decent into madness. You can also catch more Hine-infused horror with Radical Comics' FVZA: The Federal Vampire and Zombie Agency, and The Bulletproof Coffin with artist Shaky Kane from Image Comics! Paul yes 30:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15252 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15252#comments Mon, 25 Oct 2010 02:20:22 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15252 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15252/feed 0 Comics,Horror,podcast The year is 2010. Police are called to IdeologyofMadness.com only to discover that podcast personality Tim has been stabbed to death by his 12 year-old co-host. After being institutionalized for 6 episodes, Jonathan breaks out mere days before Halloween. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/fb2010_67tall.png)The year is 2010. Police are called to IdeologyofMadness.com only to discover that podcast personality Tim has been stabbed to death by his 12 year-old co-host. After being institutionalized for 6 episodes, Jonathan breaks out mere days before Halloween. No one knows nor would wish to learn what will happen on October 31st, other than Landreth's physciatrist Dr. Paul, that is. He knows Jonathan is coming back to Funnybooks, but by the time anyone realizes it, it'll be too late! Halloween Traditions Tricks and Treats Survive Norfolk (http://ireport.cnn.com/docs/DOC-506622?ref=feeds%2Foncnn) Apocalyptic preferences Winning the zombie apocalypse Paranormal Activity (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-admin/post-new.php) and Paranormal Activity II (http://www.paranormalmovie.com/?gclid=CKaYldD37KQCFRBL2godcCY_2g) The many ways in which Tim is full of fail Haunted houses Jonathan Maberry's (http://jonathanmaberry.com/) Patient Zero (http://www.amazon.com/Patient-Zero-Joe-Ledger-Novel/dp/0312382855) Day By Day Armageddon (http://www.amazon.com/Day-Armageddon-J-L-Bourne/dp/1439176671/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1287973039&sr=1-1) The nature of horror The Walking Dead television series debuts on AMC this Halloween Aron yes 1:24:45 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15235 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15235#comments Fri, 22 Oct 2010 06:00:53 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15235 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15235/feed 0 Comics,podcast,RPG In our second sandbox episode, we get deep into our setting.  We work on neighborhoods figuring out the local color.  Tim changes his mind. Asian architectural styles are compared and contrasted! Ninjas appear! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/kor2_new.png)In our second sandbox episode, we get deep into our setting.  We work on neighborhoods figuring out the local color.  Tim changes his mind. Asian architectural styles are compared and contrasted! Ninjas appear! Jonathan continues to tilt at that windmill... A city under the city. Plus, a special appearance by The Piano Man! Thoughts on Knights of Reignsborough?  Tell us what you think over on the forums. (http://spookyouthouse.com/forum/index.php?board=78.0) Aron yes 54:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15221 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15221#comments Wed, 20 Oct 2010 06:00:03 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15221 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15221/feed 0 Pinocchio is one angry little puppet.  His father has been killed, then turned into a vampire, and he's lost everything...except the lies that turn his nose into a vampire killing stake!  This week, we talk to the creators of Pinocchio Vampire Slayer a... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/fb2010_vanjensentall.png)Pinocchio is one angry little puppet.  His father has been killed, then turned into a vampire, and he's lost everything...except the lies that turn his nose into a vampire killing stake!  This week, we talk to the creators of Pinocchio Vampire Slayer and its upcoming sequel, The Great Puppet Theater. Dusty Higgins is the creator and artist behind Pinocchio, Vampire Slayer. He is an award winning illustrator and graphic artist at the Arkansas Democrat-Gazette in Little Rock, Arkansas. Van Jensen, the writer behind the graphic novels, segued from comic journalism to write the exploits of our favorite vampire killing puppet! Find out why Pinocchio is so angry, how he hooks up with other vampire slaying puppets, and more in this awesome new interview!  And don't forget to pick up Pinocchio, Vampire Slayer and the Great Puppet Theater on October 27th! Paul yes 22:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15209 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15209#comments Sun, 17 Oct 2010 15:55:01 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15209 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15209/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Fresh from his trip to Taos, Aron describes the sad state of geekdom there in northern New Mexico and Tim reveals his limited knowledge of U.S. geography.  Meanwhile, both Wayne and Paul share the horror of being pull-list-raped by their comic shop guy. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/fb2010_66tall.png)Fresh from his trip to Taos, Aron describes the sad state of geekdom there in northern New Mexico and Tim reveals his limited knowledge of U.S. geography.  Meanwhile, both Wayne and Paul share the horror of being pull-list-raped by their comic shop guy. The horror. * AVENGERS ASSEMBLE: * New Avengers #5 * Avengers Academy #5 * X-MEN UPDATE: * Uncanny X-Force #1 * Wolverine #2 * SHADOWLAND UPDATE: * Shadowland #4 * THOR UPDATE: * Thor #616 * Ultimate Comics Thor #1 * MARVEL NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: * Thanos Imperative #5 * Taskmaster #2 * Incredible Hulks #614 * Mark Millar’s Superior #1 * BRIGHTEST DAY UPDATE: * Justice League: Generation Lost #11 * Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors #3 * RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE UPDATE: * Batman: The Return of Bruce Wayne #5 * Bruce Wayne: The Road Home – Batman and Robin, Red Robin, Batgirl, and The Outsiders * DC COMICS NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: * Goddamn Mother Fucking Superman #703 * Superman: Last Family of Krypton #3 featuing Lana-El’s ass * INDY SPOTLIGHT: * Alan Moore's Neonmicon #2 * Lady Mechanika #0 The Last Phantom #2 Knight of Reignsborough, our sandbox superhero RPG actual play started last week and continues this Friday. Check it out! (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough) <li><center> <a href="http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/knights-of-reignsborough" target="_blank"><img class="size-full wp-image-4695" title="Superhero Gaming and Actual Play: The Knights of Reignsborough!" src="http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/kor_banner.png" alt="Superhero Gaming and Actual Play: The Knights of Reignsborough!"/></a></center> </li> Aron yes 1:42:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15072 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15072#comments Sun, 10 Oct 2010 05:01:43 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15072 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15072/feed 1 Comics,podcast,RPG Four out of the five of us on Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie are tabletop RPG enthusiasts.  We're gamers.  It seemed inevitable then that our love of superheroics, role playing games, and podcasting would converge into recording actual play. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/kor1_new.png)Four out of the five of us on Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com//archives/category/columns/funny-books-with-aron-paulie) are tabletop RPG enthusiasts.  We're gamers.  It seemed inevitable then that our love of superheroics, role playing games, and podcasting would converge into recording actual play. In our first episode, we kick off world building for our superhero sandbox setting.   The pitfalls of supers games are discussed at length.  We kick around thoughts on style and  make our first broad brush strokes at establishing our setting. Thoughts on Knights of Reignsborough?  Tell us what you think over on the forums. (http://spookyouthouse.com/forum/index.php?board=78.0) Aron yes 1:57:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14876 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14876#comments Wed, 06 Oct 2010 06:00:18 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14876 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14876/feed 0 BONE is back! For the first time since completing in 2004, brand new tales set in Jeff Smith's Bone universe are being revealed, with the recent release of Bone: Tall Tales, and the upcoming Quest for the Spark trilogy, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fb2010_sniegoski.png)BONE is back! For the first time since completing in 2004, brand new tales set in Jeff Smith's Bone universe are being revealed, with the recent release of Bone: Tall Tales, and the upcoming Quest for the Spark trilogy, both under the skillful pen of novelist and comic writer Tom Sniegoski! Sniegoski also wrote a four-book series called The Fallen, which were loosely adapted for an ABC Family Channel mini-series in 2006-2007.  Not only that, he writes the popular Remy Chandler series, including books like Dancing on the Head of a Pin (http://www.sniegoski.com/apocalypse/pin.html) and Where Angels Fear to Tread (http://www.sniegoski.com/apocalypse/tread.html). We talk about all this and more in this AWESOME interview!  Note to younger listeners (who may be checking this out for Bone) ... PG-13 language! Paul yes 56:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15042 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15042#comments Sun, 03 Oct 2010 22:03:26 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=15042 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/15042/feed 2 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast,top cow No matter how much you love a hobby, sometimes it makes you mad.  And boy, we were awfully cranky on this episode.  Join Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne as we work out our rage... Check out our interview with Rob Williams. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/fb2010_65tall.png)No matter how much you love a hobby, sometimes it makes you mad.  And boy, we were awfully cranky on this episode.  Join Aron, Paul, Tim and Wayne as we work out our rage... Check out our interview with Rob Williams (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/14880). Paul's comic shop guy is a "picky bitch."  Is it okay to put a book back on the shelf that was on your weekly pull list? Aron questions single-issue purchasing when the creators are doing it for the trade (check out the terrific Word Balloon interview with Tony Harris (http://wordballoon.blogspot.com/2010/09/tony-harris-pt-1-deconstructing-ex.html) that inspired the discussion). Marvel New Release Spotlight * Thor #615 * Valkyrie #1 * Avengers #5 * Avengers Academy #4 * Avengers Prime #3 * One Month to Live #5 * Fantastic Four #5 * Ultimate Comics: Mystery #3 DC Comics New Release Spotlight * Green Arrow #4 * Wonder Woman #603 Indy Spotlight * Darkwing Duck #4 * Artifacts #2 Velocity #2 On October 10, 2010, we will release the first of our superhero RPG actual play episodes.   And here's the Velocity cosplay image we discussed... (http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4126/4981659670_5e64860099.jpg) Aron yes 1:14:25 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14880 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14880#comments Sun, 26 Sep 2010 20:46:43 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14880 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14880/feed 2 Ghost Rider working for the Kingpin? Getting super powers just in time to find out you only have one month to live? What mad genius could spawn such tales? Well, as it turns out ... that man is Rob Williams! This week, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fb2010_robwilliamstall.png)Ghost Rider working for the Kingpin? Getting super powers just in time to find out you only have one month to live? What mad genius could spawn such tales? Well, as it turns out ... that man is Rob Williams! This week, we speak to Rob about ONE MONTH TO LIVE, which tells the tale of Dennis Sykes, an ordinary guy in New York who suffers an accident that gives him superpowers. The catch is that the accident also leaves him with one month to live. And continuing our SHADOWLAND coverage, we speak about the recently released GHOST RIDER: SHADOWLAND featuring art by Clayton Crain, and how it fits into both the larger Ghost Rider and Shadowland stories! Paul yes 29:30 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14845 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14845#comments Mon, 20 Sep 2010 02:34:07 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14845 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14845/feed 0 Comics,DC,green lantern,Marvel,podcast A brilliant scientist - his best friend - the woman he loves - and her fiery-tempered  kid brother!  Together, they braved the unknown terrors of the inter-webs, and were changed by sarcastic rays into something more than merely human!  Aron!  Paul! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fb2010_64tall.png)A brilliant scientist - his best friend - the woman he loves - and her fiery-tempered  kid brother!  Together, they braved the unknown terrors of the inter-webs, and were changed by sarcastic rays into something more than merely human!  Aron!  Paul!  Bitch Wayne!  Rim! Now they are Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie (and Their Amazing Friends) - and the world will never again be the same! The Associate Who Must Not Be Named is still fired Event comics and why IGN is wrong (http://comics.ign.com/articles/112/1121707p1.html). Justice Society of America: Kingdom Coming Special Batman Beyond #4 Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors #2 The Unwritten #17 Morning Glories #2 SHADOWLAND UPDATE * Shadowland: Ghost Rider One Shot * Thunderbolts #148 Marvel Universe vs. The Punisher #4 Thor: First Thunder #1 Thor: For Asgard #2 HULK UNIVERSE UPDATE: * Incredible Hulks Enigma Force #1 * Incredible Hulks #613 What If We Were Writing the Hulk(s)? Upcoming comics Aron yes 1:22:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14771 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14771#comments Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:27:58 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14771 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14771/feed 1 batman,Comics,DC,green lantern,Marvel,podcast Maybe it's the price of comics?  Or perhaps the craptastic quality assurance efforts that pass for editing these days?  Maybe it's the repeated absenteeism of The Associate Who Must Not Be Named?  Or is it possibly that freaking jerkface Alan Moore? (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fb2010_63tall.png)Maybe it's the price of comics?  Or perhaps the craptastic quality assurance efforts that pass for editing these days?  Maybe it's the repeated absenteeism of The Associate Who Must Not Be Named?  Or is it possibly that freaking jerkface Alan Moore?  Hard to say.  It could just be a perfect storm for a hurricane of Haterade!  Join Aron, Paul, Wayne, and Tim for a spirited discussion of the week's news and comics. Hard start Jonathan is fired Bromancing Paul Alan Moore is a prick (link to the interview we reference (http://www.bleedingcool.com/2010/09/09/alan-moore-speaks-watchmen-2-to-adi-tantimedh/) plus the Mark Waid/Kurt Busiek article (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=28252)) BRIGHTEST DAY UPDATE: * Green Lantern #57 * Justice League: Generation Lost #7 BATMAN UPDATE: * Batgirl #14 * Red Robin #16 * Batman #703 DC COMICS NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: * Doom Patrol #14 MARVEL NEW RELEASE SPOTLIGHT: * Amazing Spider-Man #641 * Amazing Spider-Man #642 * Daken: Dark Wolverine #1 (in which Paul explains to Aron Daken's back-story) * New Avengers #4 * The Thanos Imperative #4 (of 6) * Thor #614 (in which Aron explains to Paul and Tim the Kelda pay-off) CURSE OF THE MUTANTS UPDATE: X -Men #3 Aron yes 1:29:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14752 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14752#comments Fri, 10 Sep 2010 00:28:32 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14752 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14752/feed 0 Comics,podcast,top cow Yeah...we know. We talk about Ron Marz and Top Cow Comics all the time.  You're thinking we should just change the name of the show to Top Cow Books With Aron and Paulie. But, when you get a chance to talk to someone as interesting as Marz, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fb2010_ronmarz2_tall.png)Yeah...we know. We talk about Ron Marz and Top Cow Comics all the time.  You're thinking we should just change the name of the show to Top Cow Books With Aron and Paulie. But, when you get a chance to talk to someone as interesting as Marz, and about comics as good as Velocity, Angelus, Magdalena, Witchblade, and Artifacts, you jump at the chance. Our first interview (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/12774) with Ron was a blast, and now that Artifacts #1 has hit shelves (with issue 2 due in a coupla weeks), we figured it was time to touchbase with what's coming up in the big crossover, as well as where the stories are going in his other titles.  Not only that, we touch on fat, sweaty fanboys and sweet, sweet lesbian lovin'.  Oh and sex with household appliances.  And we cuss a lot...probably because we were all drunk. Seriously...why are you not listening yet? Paul yes 1:04:25 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14731 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14731#comments Mon, 06 Sep 2010 22:55:11 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14731 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14731/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,Rage It's a grumpy group we've assembled this week.  If we're not grousing about event books we're arguing the merits of hot, steamy girl-on-girl lovin' in the pages of our favorite books.  Join Aron, Paul, Wayne and Ragey-Red Tim (Rim) for a rousing review... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/fb2010_62tall.png)It's a grumpy group we've assembled this week.  If we're not grousing about event books we're arguing the merits of hot, steamy girl-on-girl lovin' in the pages of our favorite books.  Join Aron, Paul, Wayne and Ragey-Red Tim (Rim) for a rousing review of the week's comics. * Jonathan's on notice So is Tim Superman: The Last Family of Krypton #2 Red Hood: Lost Days #4 Taskmaster #1 Thor: For Asgard #1 Prince of Power #4 Incredible Hulks #612 One Month To Live #1 Marvel Universe vs. The Punisher #3 Shadowland #3 Blood and Smoke #1 INDY SPOTLIGHT Mouse Guard: Legends of the Guard #3 Angelus #5 The Darkness: Four Horsemen #1 Aron yes 1:21:45 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14587 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14587#comments Mon, 30 Aug 2010 01:14:11 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14587 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14587/feed 2 Comics,DC,Marvel And there came a day, a day unlike any other, when Earth's mightiest podcasters found themselves united against a common threat. On that day, Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie (and Their Amazing Friends) was born — to fight the foes no single podcaster c... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/fb2010_61tall.png)And there came a day, a day unlike any other, when Earth's mightiest podcasters found themselves united against a common threat. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Quesada) On that day, Funnybooks with Aron and Paulie (and Their Amazing Friends) was born — to fight the foes no single podcaster could withstand! Paul's been robbed! Aron saw The Last Exorcism Green Arrow #3 Justice League: Generation Lost #8 Time Masters: Vanishing Point #2 Superman/Batman #75 Wonder Woman #602 Avengers#4 Dark Wolverine #90 Fantastic Four #582 Ultimate Comics Mystery #2 X-MEN CURSE OF THE MUTANTS UPDATE: * X-Men: Curse of the Mutants: Blade One-Shot * X-Men: Curse of the Mutants: Storm and Gambit One-Shot * X-Men: Curse of the Mutants: Namor The First Mutant #1 INDY SPOTLIGHT Invincible #74 Here's the link to the Marv Wolfman episode (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/10184) I promised. Aron yes 1:14:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14467 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14467#comments Mon, 23 Aug 2010 03:12:57 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14467 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14467/feed 1 batman,Comics,green lantern,Hulk,podcast,shadowland,spider-man Disappointment and disagreement are featured heavily in this week's show as well as satisfaction and consensus.  We're a strange dichotomy at Funnybooks.  Download now and choose your side!! Batman: Streets of Gotham #15 Batman Beyond #3 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/fb2010_60tall.png) Disappointment and disagreement are featured heavily in this week's show as well as satisfaction and consensus.  We're a strange dichotomy at Funnybooks.  Download now and choose your side!! Batman: Streets of Gotham #15 Batman Beyond #3 Ides of Blood #1 Amazing Spider-Man #640 Hulk #24 Marvel Universe vs. The Punisher #2 Secret Avengers #4 New Avengers #3 Thunderbolts #147 Avengers Academy #3 Shadowland: Daughters of the Shadow #1 Avengers & The Infinity Gauntlet #1 Uncanny X-Men #527 INDY SPOTLIGHT The Last Phantom #1 Darkwing Duck #3 Aron yes 1:41:50 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13916 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13916#comments Thu, 19 Aug 2010 02:11:42 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13916 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13916/feed 0 Finally able to grasp the concept of the difference between US time and England time, your Funnybooks hosts Wayne and Paulie have a nice little chat with comic book, video game, novel writer and all around nice guy Antony Johnston. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/fb2010_antonyjohnstontall.png)Finally able to grasp the concept of the difference between US time and England time, your Funnybooks hosts Wayne and Paulie have a nice little chat with comic book, video game, novel writer and all around nice guy Antony Johnston. In our second Shadowland interview, we talk about his work on the Daredevil tie-in issues of Shadowland, what's coming next for ol' Horn Head, and the tie-in mini series, Shadowland: Blood on the Streets, featuring Silver Sable.  We also chat about his long running epic Wasteland and his work on the Dead Space video game series, as well as what fans can expect in the prequel to the upcoming sequel, Dead Space: Ignition. We even find time to talk about his advice for aspiring comic writers! A great interview for video game and comic fans alike! Note: We make reference to a couple of websites for Johnston-related projects, including: * Antony Johnston's Official Site (http://www.antonyjohnston.com) * The Big Wet: The official site for Wasteland (download the first issue for free!) * Dead Space (http://www.noknownsurvivors.com/home.action) Oh, and we feature music from the Wasteland official soundtrack, also available at the official Wasteland web site! Paul yes 48:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14384 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14384#comments Sun, 15 Aug 2010 22:46:48 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14384 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14384/feed 2 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast In this week's episode, all the boys are in the hizzouse.  As such, Wayne takes a moment to set the record straight.  Jonathan regales us with tales of his victorious turn at a Magic tournament and explains why he didn't come home with a new car.  Plus, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/fb2010_59tall.png)In this week's episode, all the boys are in the hizzouse.  As such, Wayne takes a moment to set the record straight.  Jonathan regales us with tales of his victorious turn at a Magic tournament and explains why he didn't come home with a new car.  Plus, Aron and Jonathan fight!  All this and we take a spin in our sweet, sweet ride, the Galactus Engine. Stan Lee and Boom! are making books together. BRIGHTEST DAY UPDATE: Green Lantern: Emerald Warriors #1 Justice League Generation Lost #7 Superman #702 INCREDIBLE HULK # 611 The Thanos Imperative # 3 SHADOWLAND UPDATE: Daredevil #509 Shadowland: Blood on the Streets #1 Invincible Iron Man #29 Thor: The Mighty Avenger #3 Dungeons and Dragons #0 New Mutants Forever #1 X-Men #2 Ultimate Comics Avengers 3 #1 Mark Millar is a dick Aron yes 1:32:50 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14292 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14292#comments Mon, 09 Aug 2010 01:00:29 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14292 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14292/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast In the heady days following the end of the Wakanda-Latveria War and while Wayne was off at GenCon and Jonathan was under the weather, the rest of us all got together to discuss the week's comics.  Join Aron, Paul, and Tim for a measured, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/fb2010_58tall.png) In the heady days following the end of the Wakanda-Latveria War and while Wayne was off at GenCon and Jonathan was under the weather, the rest of us all got together to discuss the week's comics.  Join Aron, Paul, and Tim for a measured, reasoned response to the week's comics.  Plus, sex with clones! * SHADOWLAND UPDATE: * Shadowland #2 * Shadowland: Bullseye * DC NEW RELEASES SPOTLIGHT: * Superman The Last Family of Krypton #1 * Red Robin #15 * MARVEL NEW RELEASES SPOTLIGHT: * Doomwar #6 * Avengers Prime #2 * Thor Rage of Thor #1 * S.H.I.E.L.D. #3 * Amazing Spider-Man #639 * Marvel Universe vs. The Punisher #1 * INDY SPOTLIGHT: Baltimore: The Plague Ships #1 In our ongoing effort to ask the questions that MUST BE ASKED, we go where few have gone before... If you were like Ultimate Spider-Man and had an opposite gender clone, would you have sex with him or her? Aron yes 1:15:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14191 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14191#comments Thu, 05 Aug 2010 01:54:38 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14191 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14191/feed 1 Did you know that Venice was sinking?  Apparently, the city of Venice floods at least 100 days per year, especially in the tourist areas. What does that have to do with Christopher Golden, writer of the upcoming Baltimore: The Plague Ships mini-series... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/fb2010_chrisophergoldentall.png)Did you know that Venice was sinking?  Apparently, the city of Venice floods at least 100 days per year, especially in the tourist areas. What does that have to do with Christopher Golden, writer of the upcoming Baltimore: The Plague Ships mini-series from Dark Horse Comics?  Well, not only do we talk with Golden about his recently released novel The Chamber of Ten, but we also talk at length about his work with Hellboy creator Mike Mignola, including his Hellboy novels, like The Lost Army. Months after a devastating plague ends World War I, Europe is suddenly flooded with deadly vampires. Lord Henry Baltimore, a soldier determined to wipe out the monsters, is on the hunt for the creature responsible for this chaos and his own personal tragedy. What he uncovers is a terror as horrific and frightening as any he's seen on the battlefield. This week, Baltimore: The Plague Ships #1 releases from Dark Horse Comics, and before you read it, you must listen to this awesome interview with writer Christopher Golden! Paul yes 30:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14127 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14127#comments Mon, 02 Aug 2010 19:00:53 +0000 Tim http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14127 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14127/feed 2 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14135 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14135#comments Mon, 02 Aug 2010 01:07:12 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14135 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14135/feed 1 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast,radical,top cow If there's one thing we can all agree on, it is that tacos are awesome.  If there are two things we can all on agree on it is that crimes must be punished, wrongs must be righted, injustice will not stand.  In this week's episode of Funnybooks, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/fb2010_57tall.png)If there's one thing we can all agree on, it is that tacos are awesome.  If there are two things we can all on agree on it is that crimes must be punished, wrongs must be righted, injustice will not stand.  In this week's episode of Funnybooks, we kick the show off by addressing the rudeness of others before jumping into a week full of  terrific new comics including Top Cow's Artifacts event, a ton of books from Radical, and even more from the big two.  Plus, we discuss the new DVD release Batman: Under the Red Hood. Managing the rudeness of others NEW RELEASES SPOTLIGHT: Artifacts #1 DC COMICS/BRIGHTEST DAY: Green Lantern #56 Green Lantern Corps #50 Justice League: Generation Lost #6 Green Arrow #2 The Flash #4 Action Comics #891 Wonder Woman #601 MARVEL/HEROIC AGE: Ultimate Comics Mystery #1 Fantastic Four #581 Secret Avengers #3 Thor #612 Thor: The Mighty Avenger #2 X-MEN UPDATE: Uncanny X-Men #526 X-Men Legacy #238 INDY SPOTLIGHT: Driver For the Dead #1 (of 3) Time Bomb #1 (of 3) The Scourge #0 Batman: Under The Red Hood (DVD) Follow us on Twitter: * Aron (http://twitter.com/aronhead) * Paul (http://twitter.com/IoMPaul/) * Jonathan (http://twitter.com/kdbjon) * Wayne (http://twitter.com/valegor) * Tim (http://twitter.com/appollyon13) * Tolly (http://twitter.com/IoMTolly) Aron yes 1:20:45 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14072 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14072#comments Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:00:17 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14072 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14072/feed 3 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14078 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14078#comments Mon, 26 Jul 2010 03:52:32 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=14078 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/14078/feed 1 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast We're all about excrement this week on Funnybooks!  From ass webs to armor pooping, Aron, Paul, Wayne, Jonathon, and Tim chat about the week's comics through a crappy Skype connection. Time Masters: Vanishing Point #1 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/fb2010_56tall.png)We're all about excrement this week on Funnybooks!  From ass webs to armor pooping, Aron, Paul, Wayne, Jonathon, and Tim chat about the week's comics through a crappy Skype connection. Time Masters: Vanishing Point #1 Heroic Age: Prince of Power #3 Avengers #3 New Avengers #2 Legion of Super-Heroes #3 Amazing Spider-Man #638 (OMIT) New Mutants #15 X-Men Phoenix Force Handbook Thunderbolts #126 Welcome to Tranquility #1 Dark Wolverine #88 INDY SPOTLIGHT: * Scott Pilgrim's Finest Hour * Neonomicon #1 * Time Lincoln #1 Getting into Comics E-Mail from Liam ODC NOTE: Skype was giving us fits as we recorded.  Clarity was in and out.  Also, we endured a certain amount of lag.  Apologies that the sound quality is not up to our usual standards. Aron yes 1:28:50 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13995 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13995#comments Thu, 22 Jul 2010 13:39:52 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13995 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13995/feed 0 Comics,podcast Your Funnybooks chaps Paulie, Wayne, and Tim have a delightful chat with current Avengers Academy writer, Christos Gage. There's so much goodness in this interview, that we have to describe it with exclamation points. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/fb2010_christosgagetall.png) Your Funnybooks chaps Paulie, Wayne, and Tim have a delightful chat with current Avengers Academy writer, Christos Gage (http://www.christosgage.com/). There's so much goodness in this interview, that we have to describe it with exclamation points. Marvel at how Christos calls Tim "Chip" repeatedly! Find out the startling secret of how Christos (http://twitter.com/christosgage) got into writing comics! Discover the Top Cow project that he's writing that won't be announced to everyone else until this weekend at Comic Con! Gasp as we discuss the ending of Avengers: The Initiative and the beginning of Avengers Academy! Tense up with anticipation as we discuss the film adaptation of Paradox, Christos' first creator-owned title! And rush out to your comic shop to buy his new mini-series, Spider-Man/Fantastic Four! Aron yes 42:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13905 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13905#comments Tue, 20 Jul 2010 01:45:53 +0000 Tim http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13905 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13905/feed 3 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13925 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13925#comments Mon, 19 Jul 2010 03:46:35 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13925 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13925/feed 1 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast The countdown to Paul's intervention continues as he shocks and horrifies us with reviews and observations.  Join Aron, Tim, Wayne and Jonathan for yet another horrific episode featuring Paulie's desperate spiral into madness. Choose Your Corey! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/fb2010_55tall.png)The countdown to Paul's intervention continues as he shocks and horrifies us with reviews and observations.  Join Aron, Tim, Wayne and Jonathan for yet another horrific episode featuring Paulie's desperate spiral into madness. Choose Your Corey! Nicholas Cage and The Sorcerer's Apprentice and a movie discussion that ends badly. BRIGHTEST DAY UPDATE * Booster Gold #34 * Justice League: Generation Lost #5 Daredevil #508 (Shadowland) Batman #701 The Thanos Imperative #2 SECOND COMING UPDATE * X-Men: Second Coming #2 * Second Coming Revelations Hellbound #3 Uncanny X-Men: Heroic Age #1 Avengers Academy #2 Amazing Spider-Man #637 (Grim Hunt Finale) Gorilla Man #1 INDY SPOTLIGHT * The Man with the Getaway Face Superman #701 Aron yes 1:27:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13836 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13836#comments Wed, 14 Jul 2010 03:48:16 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13836 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13836/feed 2 Comics,Marvel,RPG,Science Fiction Paul and I can't tell time. Specifically, we can't convert the time difference between the U.S. and the U.K.  Fortunately, Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning have mastered such pedantic concepts as time, thus affording us the opportunity chat with them one S... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/fb2010_danabnetttall.png)Paul and I can't tell time. Specifically, we can't convert the time difference between the U.S. and the U.K.  Fortunately, Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning have mastered such pedantic concepts as time, thus affording us the opportunity chat with them one Saturday morning. We chat about Dan's novel work in the Warhammer 40K universe such as Gaunt's Ghosts, his passion for Cthulhu, and a whole lot about his affection for role playing games such as Traveller.  Of course it's a comics podcast and it's DnA, so we talk about their origins in writing Marvel's cosmic books and go deep, deep, deep into their current event and it's impact on Guardians of the Galaxy and Nova.... we discuss Rocket Raccoon and even Groot and of course the big event itself... The Thanos Imperative. Fhtagn! Aron yes 43:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13763 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13763#comments Mon, 12 Jul 2010 03:42:24 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13763 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13763/feed 1 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast When you're listening to Paul's InterventionCast at some future date, you'll know that his long, desperate spiral into depravity started here.    Bookmark this page, then join Aron, Jonathan, Wayne, and Tim as they listen in stupefied horror while Paul... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/fb2010_54tall.png)When you're listening to Paul's InterventionCast at some future date, you'll know that his long, desperate spiral into depravity started here.    Bookmark this page, then join Aron, Jonathan, Wayne, and Tim as they listen in stupefied horror while Paul confesses his sins absent even one ounce of shame. * Paul's (other)moral dilemma * How much does color really matter? * Shadowland #1 * HEROIC AGE UPDATE!!!!! * Avengers: The Children's Crusade #1 * Vengeance of the Moon Knight #10 * BATMAN UPDATE!!!! * Batman And Robin #13 * Red Robin #14 * X-MEN UPDATE!!!! * X-Force #28 * X-Men #1 * Fantastic Four Annual #32 * NEW SERIES SPOTLIGHT!!!! * Hit-Monkey #1 * Marvelman Family’s Finest #1 * Brigade #1 * Scarlet #1 * Batman: Odyssey #1 Steve Rogers: Super Soldier #1 Thor: The Mighty Avenger #1 Jonathan catches us up on what he read while he was away Aron yes 1:10:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13714 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13714#comments Thu, 08 Jul 2010 23:51:23 +0000 Tim http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13714 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13714/feed 4 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13663 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13663#comments Thu, 08 Jul 2010 12:15:07 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13663 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13663/feed 0 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13635 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13635#comments Mon, 05 Jul 2010 19:51:29 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13635 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13635/feed 4 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast We've been at this podcast business for a year now.  We've had 52 weekly episodes (this is episode 53), plus 24 New Comic Book Day Interviews. In a podcast chock full of awesome transitions, we talk about summer movies, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/fb2010_53tall.png)We've been at this podcast business for a year now.  We've had 52 weekly episodes (this is episode 53), plus 24 New Comic Book Day Interviews. (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/new-comic-book-day-interviews) In a podcast chock full of awesome transitions, we talk about summer movies, reflect on how a year's worth of comics podcasting has changed us, and talk about the week's comics.  Join Aron, Paul, Wayne and Tim for their first anniversary show. * Twilight Saga: Eclipse and this summer's movies * Brightest Day Update * Blackest Night Aftermath: Action Comics 890 * The Flash #3 * Green Lantern #55 * Wayne's video from Metropolis (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/13166) * Heroic Age Update * Secret Avengers #2 * Death of Dracula * Wonder Woman #600 (and here's the article (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com//archives/13344#more-13344) to which Tim refers) * Doomwar #5 * Thor #611 * Batman Beyond #1 * Invincible Iron Man Annual * JSA #40 * Indy Spotlight: * After Dark #0 * Mindfield #1 * Dragon Age #2 * Invincible 73 * Atomic Robo and the Revenge of the Vampire Dimension * Casper and the Spectrals #2 - P * X-Men Curse of the Mutants Saga One Year of Podcasting....and what's coming up Follow us on Twitter: * Aron (http://twitter.com/aronhead) * Paul (http://twitter.com/IoMPaul/) * Jonathan (http://twitter.com/kdbjon) * Wayne (http://twitter.com/valegor) * Tolly (http://twitter.com/IoMTolly) Since Tim doesn’t Twitter, feel free to just follow him about town. (Edit: We reference a Black Panther run in this episode, and incorrectly attribute it to Charlie Huston, and not Reggie Hudlin, the real writer.  We apologize for the error.  Thanks Michael!) Aron yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13466 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13466#comments Thu, 01 Jul 2010 22:36:05 +0000 Tim http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13466 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13466/feed 3 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13453 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13453#comments Thu, 01 Jul 2010 03:13:29 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13453 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13453/feed 0 curse of the mutants,victor gischler,x-men The X-Men are about to face their deadliest threat...Vampire A Go-Go Girls of the Apocalypse!  No, that's not right...but they are about to start a brand new ongoing series, an adjectiveless X-Men #1, written by Vampire A Go-Go and Go-Go Girls of the A... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/fb2010_victorgischlertall.png)The X-Men are about to face their deadliest threat...Vampire A Go-Go Girls of the Apocalypse!  No, that's not right...but they are about to start a brand new ongoing series, an adjectiveless X-Men #1, written by Vampire A Go-Go and Go-Go Girls of the Apocalypse novelist Victor Gischler!  Not only that, the premiere of the series kicks off a huge Marvel event known as the Curse of the Mutants, which will see the X-Men team up with Blade and others to take down the growing vampire menace in the Marvel U.  And it all starts with this week's release of The Death of Dracula, also written by Gischler. We sat down recently to talk to Victor Gischler about Deadpool Corps, the ending of Deadpool: Merc With A Mouth, the new X-Men series, vampires, and his growing collection of awesome novels, ranging from post-apocalyptic horror to hard-boiled crime. Paul yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13427 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13427#comments Mon, 28 Jun 2010 02:23:39 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13427 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13427/feed 6 Boom!,Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast,top cow You'd think we didn't talk every week.  We had a crazy ton to talk about.  From DC's entry into digital comics, ethics of mail-order, talking about Ron Marz' Twitter comments from last week, and - oh yes - the week's comics.  Join Aron, Paul, Wayne, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/fb2010_52tall.png)You'd think we didn't talk every week.  We had a crazy ton to talk about.  From DC's entry into digital comics, ethics of mail-order, talking about Ron Marz' Twitter comments from last week, and - oh yes - the week's comics.  Join Aron, Paul, Wayne, and Tim as we crank out an old school epic length podcast! * The episode of Kicked in the Dicebags (http://kickedinthedicebags.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=590066#) we refer to. * Paul is morally ambiguous * BRIGHTEST DAY Update * Green Arrow #1 (and don't forget to check out our interview with GA writer J.T. Krul! (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/13335)) * Green Lantern Corps #49 * Justice League Generation Lost #4 * Superman #700 * HEROIC AGE UPDATE * Avengers #2 Thunderbolts #145 * Secret Warriors #17 * Fantastic Four #580 * Legion of Super Heroes #2 * Second Coming Update X-men Legacy #237 * World War Hulks Update Hulk #23 * INDY SPOTLIGHT Legends of the Guard #2 Incorruptible TPB #1 Sea Bear and Grizzly Shark * TOP COW FIRST LOOK PREVIEWS Velocity #1 Angelus #4 Why we buy crappy comics... Aron yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13344 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13344#comments Thu, 24 Jun 2010 22:57:02 +0000 Tim http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13344 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13344/feed 0 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13335 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13335#comments Wed, 23 Jun 2010 03:24:40 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13335 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13335/feed 0 Comics,DC,green arrow,podcast Green Arrow #1 comes out this week.  To celebrate, we have Green Arrow writer J.T. Krul! In this week's New Comic Book Day Interview, we chat with J.T. (call him J.T.  Never call him Jeffery.  He'll kill you if you call him Jeffery) about his experien... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/fb2010_jtkrultall.png)Green Arrow #1 comes out this week.  To celebrate, we have Green Arrow writer J.T. Krul! In this week's New Comic Book Day Interview (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/new-comic-book-day-interviews), we chat with J.T. (call him J.T.  Never call him Jeffery.  He'll kill you if you call him Jeffery) about his experience working as a production assistant on Seinfeld and his work at Aspen (http://www.aspencomics.com/) on books such as Fathom and Soulfire.  We reminisce about Michael Turner.  We discuss J.T.'s creator-owned Mindfield and what he's got in store for Green Arrow.  Most important we learn how to pronounce J.T.'s last name! Aron yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13300 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13300#comments Mon, 21 Jun 2010 01:07:21 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13300 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13300/feed 3 Comics,DC,I Am Groot!,Marvel,podcast,top cow Believe it or not, Jonathan actually read not one - but THREE - DC books this week. Join Aron, Paul, Tim, and Wayne as they bear witness in stark amazement at this freakish, perhaps bizarro turn of events!  Plus, Wayne's Awkward Confessions! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/fb2010_51tall.png)Believe it or not, Jonathan actually read not one - but THREE - DC books this week. Join Aron, Paul, Tim, and Wayne as they bear witness in stark amazement at this freakish, perhaps bizarro turn of events!  Plus, Wayne's Awkward Confessions! I am Groot! Jonah Hex Inception, Dreamscape, and Aron's lust for Spielberg's wives Heroic Age Update: * New Avengers #1 Brightest Day Update: * Brightest Day #4 * Birds of Prey #2 World War Hulks Update: * Incredible Hulk #610 Second Coming Update: * New Mutants #14 * Second Coming Revelations Hellbound #2 Magdalena #2 Atlas #2 Amazing Spider-Man #634 Batman Update: * Superman/Batman Annual #4, part three! * Jokers Asylum: Harley Old Shit Spotlight: * Irredeemable * The Flash * Chew TPB Vol 2 * Witchblade $5 trade 2 more quick trades: Spec Spider-Man and Ghost Rider By the way, we mention Dreamscape in this episode of Funnybooks.  It is a terrific film featuring Dennis Quaid, Max Von Sydow, and Kate Capshaw.  It's very much in the same vein as the upcoming Inception.  It streams on Netflix (http://netflix.com).  Check it out! Aron yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13270 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13270#comments Thu, 17 Jun 2010 20:29:49 +0000 Tim http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13270 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13270/feed 0 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13207 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13207#comments Wed, 16 Jun 2010 13:03:18 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13207 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13207/feed 0 artifacts While we love all of our interviews, every once in a while, we here at Funnybooks have an interview experience that far surpasses anything we expected.  Today's New Comic Book Day Interview with Top Cow publisher Filip Sablik is far and away one of our... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/fb2010_filipsabliktall.png)While we love all of our interviews, every once in a while, we here at Funnybooks (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com//archives/category/columns/funny-books-with-aron-paulie) have an interview experience that far surpasses anything we expected.  Today's New Comic Book Day Interview (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com//archives/category/columns/new-comic-book-day-interviews) with Top Cow publisher Filip Sablik is far and away one of our best. We talk with Sablik about everything Top Cow - overcoming predispositions and delays, successes and failures in trying to bring in new readers, the rising costs of comic books, media properties, all of their current titles, and, of course, the upcoming Artifacts crossover.  We don't shy away from the tough topics on this one, and Sablik was frank and honest the entire time. Whether you're a Top Cow fan or not, this is definitely going to be one of the most unique comic books interviews you've ever heard! Don't miss it! Paul yes http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13166 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13166#comments Tue, 15 Jun 2010 10:45:30 +0000 Wayne http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13166 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13166/feed 2 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13051 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13051#comments Mon, 14 Jun 2010 03:21:54 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13051 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13051/feed 2 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Aron, Paul, Wayne and Tim talk a little about the Supers RPG they'll be recording, tease an upcoming interview and also talk about the week's comics. Brightest Day Update Justice League Generation Lost 3 – W A Booster Gold 33 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/fb2010_50tall.png)Aron, Paul, Wayne and Tim talk a little about the Supers RPG they'll be recording, tease an upcoming interview and also talk about the week's comics. Brightest Day Update * Justice League Generation Lost 3 – W A * Booster Gold 33 Heroic Age Update * Invincible Iron Man 27 * Avengers Academy 1 * Young Allies 1 * Prince of Power 2 X-Men Second Coming Uncanny X-Men 525 Batman 700 Batman Superman Annual 4 S.H.I.E.L.D. 2 Nemesis #2 Funnybooks After Hours (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com//archives/category/columns/funny-books-after-dark) and the Midnight Sons One Moment in Time Aron yes 1:20:17 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13026 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13026#comments Thu, 10 Jun 2010 23:36:08 +0000 Wayne http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=13026 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/13026/feed 3 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12938 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12938#comments Mon, 07 Jun 2010 02:52:28 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12938 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12938/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,mouse guard,podcast Aron, Paul, Wayne, Jonathan and Tim bring an episode chock full of p0rn, heroes, and p0rn.  We had a lot to talk about this week.  In fact, be sure to stick around after most of the guys leave to hear Aron share his secret shame. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/fb2010_49tall.png)Aron, Paul, Wayne, Jonathan and Tim bring an episode chock full of p0rn, heroes, and p0rn.  We had a lot to talk about this week.  In fact, be sure to stick around after most of the guys leave to hear Aron share his secret shame. * Batman XXX: A Porn Parody * Advertising * Brightest Day #3 * Avengers Prime #1 * Second Coming Update Secret Warriors #16 Jonathan's Secret Warriors retrospective Hercules: Twilight of a God INDY SPOTLIGHT Legends of the Guard #1 Hellboy en Mexico Invincible #72 Earp Preview Red Robin 13 Red Hood 1 Supermam/Batman Annual The Thanos Imperative #1 Aron reads a ton of Trades this week! Aron yes 1:20:17 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12901 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12901#comments Fri, 04 Jun 2010 04:29:28 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12901 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12901/feed 1 Comics,Independent,mouse guard,podcast David Petersen, the immensely talented "arter/writist" of Mouse Guard, joins Aron, Paul, and Wayne for an depth conversation of such mousey goodness that it can barely be contained by mere digital media.  Subjects ranging from Petersen's all-new Legend... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/fb2010_davidpetersentall.png)David Petersen, the immensely talented "arter/writist" of Mouse Guard (http://www.mouseguard.net/), joins Aron, Paul, and Wayne for an depth conversation of such mousey goodness that it can barely be contained by mere digital media.  Subjects ranging from Petersen's all-new Legends of the Guard (http://www.archaia.com/blog/titles/mouse-guard), why the books are "that shape,"  The Mouse Guard Role Playing Game (http://www.gnomestew.com/reviews/mouse-guard-rpg-review-want-to-play-a-mouse-with-a-sword), Mouse Guard: The Motion Picture, and even Mouse Guard crossovers. It's crazy awesome and it's all right here. Watch out for weasels. Aron yes 57:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12781 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12781#comments Wed, 02 Jun 2010 12:00:17 +0000 Tim http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12781 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12781/feed 2 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12774 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12774#comments Fri, 28 May 2010 04:02:13 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12774 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12774/feed 1 artifacts,Comics,DC,green lantern,magdalena,Marvel,podcast,top cow In this week's interview, we chat with Ron Marz, creator of the crab-mask-wearing Green Lanterm, Kyle Rayner.  Ron is the current writer of Top Cow's Witchblade, Magdalena, and Velocity.  We talk to him about stuffing women into refrigerators and all t... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/fb2010_ronmarztall.png)In this week's interview, we chat with Ron Marz (http://ronmarz.com/), creator of the crab-mask-wearing Green Lanterm, Kyle Rayner.  Ron is the current writer of Top Cow's (http://www.topcow.com/Site/index.html) Witchblade, Magdalena, and Velocity.  We talk to him about stuffing women into refrigerators (http://www.unheardtaunts.com/wir/) and all those artifacts (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/tag/artifacts) in the Top Cow-niverse! It's an awesome primer we have for Artifacts.  Check it out! Aron yes 52:25 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12701 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12701#comments Mon, 24 May 2010 06:00:06 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12701 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12701/feed 2 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast,Video Games,xbox,xbox 360 It was bound to happen.  Paul was whisked screaming into the jungle by the smoke monster.  Screaming.  Like a little girl.   We mourn his loss as he'd want us to, by talking about the week's comics. Paul's away this week, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/fb2010_47tall.png)It was bound to happen.  Paul was whisked screaming into the jungle by the smoke monster.  Screaming.  Like a little girl.   We mourn his loss as he'd want us to, by talking about the week's comics. Paul's away this week, apparently testifying before Congress Wayne is all that and a bag of chips Aron sucks at Xbox and hates delayed gratification Red Dead Redemption and ending the games resale market (http://www.dailytech.com/Studio+Chief+Says+Used+Games+Are+Worse+Than+Piracy+Urges+Ban/article18386.htm) War of the Supermen #3 Brightest Day #2 Second Coming Update * X-Men Legacy #236 * X-Factor #205 Invincible Iron Man #26 Legion of Super Heroes #1 Zatanna #1 The Avengers #1 Atlas #1 What is the Heroic Age? Aron yes 1:10:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12688 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12688#comments Fri, 21 May 2010 05:27:21 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12688 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12688/feed 0 Comics,iron man,Marvel,podcast Fred Van Lente is a tease. Seriously, the writer of such books as Iron Man: Legacy, Incredible Hercules, Marvel Zombies, Amazing and Web of Spider-Man teases all kinds of hot, gooey awesomeness in his interview with Paul. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/fb2010_fredvanlentetall.png)Fred Van Lente (http://www.fredvanlente.com/) is a tease. Seriously, the writer of such books as Iron Man: Legacy, Incredible Hercules, Marvel Zombies, Amazing and Web of Spider-Man teases all kinds of hot, gooey awesomeness in his interview with Paul.  He's got lots of stories in the pipeline at Marvel and he talks all about 'em in this belated New Comic Book Day (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/category/columns/new-comic-book-day-interviews)edition of Funnybooks. Aron yes 30:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12589 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12589#comments Mon, 17 May 2010 04:32:05 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12589 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12589/feed 3 It's been a couple of weeks since we talked about new books, so settle in for our epic discussion of the books that have come since Free Comic Book Day.  Aron, Paul, Wayne, Jonathan, and Tim all got up extra early so that we could cram in some extra aw... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/fb2010_45tall.png)It's been a couple of weeks since we talked about new books, so settle in for our epic discussion of the books that have come since Free Comic Book Day.  Aron, Paul, Wayne, Jonathan, and Tim all got up extra early so that we could cram in some extra awesome into this week's show. * White trash * Pull lists and awkward moments * War of the Supermen update * War of the Supermen #1 * War of the Superman #2 * World War Hulks update * Hulk #22 * Incredible Hulk #609 * BRIGHTEST DAY update * Brightest Day #1 * The Flash #2 * Green Lantern Corps #47 * Birds of Prey #1 * Titans: Villains for Hire * Booster Gold #32 * Justice League: Generation Lost #1 * SECOND COMING Update * X-Force #26 * Uncanny 524 * New Mutants #13 * Revelations: Hellbound * RETURN OF BRUCE WAYNE update * Red Robin #12 * Batman and Robin #12 * Return of Bruce Wayne #1 * SIEGE UPDATE * Siege #4 * The Sentry: Fallen Sun * The New Avengers Finale * Avengers: The Initiative #35 WHAT IF WE WERE WRITING SIEGE? Aron yes 1:48:55 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12598 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12598#comments Sun, 16 May 2010 23:17:32 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12598 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12598/feed 1 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12573 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12573#comments Tue, 11 May 2010 04:58:34 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12573 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12573/feed 0 Battlestar Galactica,caprica It's a bit of a departure from our usual Funnybook fare this week. Season 1.0 0f Caprica having wrapped, Aron, Paul and Wayne share their thoughts on the show.  They first establish what they thought of how the show's predecessor, Battlestar Galactica, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/fb2010_capriacasttall.png)It's a bit of a departure from our usual Funnybook fare this week. Season 1.0 0f Caprica having wrapped, Aron, Paul and Wayne share their thoughts on the show.  They first establish what they thought of how the show's predecessor, Battlestar Galactica, ended, chat a bit about the merits of BSG's The Plan, and then plow headlong into SyFy's Caprica chewing over what we've seen in the first eight episodes and predict what season 1.5 will bring. WARNING: We spoil the hell out of Caprica's first eight episodes. Aron yes 1:01:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12513 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12513#comments Wed, 05 May 2010 14:00:04 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12513 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12513/feed 0 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12500 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12500#comments Wed, 05 May 2010 02:56:57 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12500 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12500/feed 0 Comics,love buzz A very special New Comic Book Day interview this week, as we talk to the writer of Oni Press' latest hit graphic novel, Love Buzz, Len Wallace.  Love Buzz went through a hell of an interesting road making it to publication. - (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/fb2010_wallacetall.png)A very special New Comic Book Day interview this week, as we talk to the writer of Oni Press' latest hit graphic novel, Love Buzz, Len Wallace.  Love Buzz went through a hell of an interesting road making it to publication. Love Buzz tells the tale of Norm Raymer, an aspiring comic artist, who has a turbulent relationship with Maggie. With their passionate ups and chaotic downs, is this love, or a youthful lust? For better or worse, Norm and Maggie must discover whether or not they can ever really make it as a normal couple. Can you really be a normal couple when your whole life is just fodder for your comic book? Love Buzz is a mature take on love that we don't normally see in comics, and a stellar first work from the entire creative staff.  We talk to Wallace about Love Buzz, and the struggles a creator goes through to come up with a follow-up.  All independent comic creators should listen to this episode! Paul yes 34:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12408 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12408#comments Mon, 03 May 2010 02:53:48 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12408 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12408/feed 2 Comics,DC,Free Comic Book Day,Marvel,podcast After gorging themselves on free comics, Aron, Paul, Wayne, and Tim share their stories from this most sacred of holy days and discuss the books they got for free. Iron Man/Thor Iron Man/Nova War of the Supermen Mouse Guard/Fraggle Rock (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/fb2010_44tall.png)After gorging themselves on free comics, Aron, Paul, Wayne, and Tim share their stories from this most sacred of holy days and discuss the books they got for free. Iron Man/Thor Iron Man/Nova War of the Supermen Mouse Guard/Fraggle Rock Atomic Robo Artifacts Doctor Solar/Magnus Robot Fighter Radical GI Joe Free Funnybook Day is Monday, May 3rd!  Keep checking IoM all day for new contests all day! Aron yes 1:04:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12234 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12234#comments Wed, 28 Apr 2010 03:23:21 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12234 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12234/feed 0 Comics,Free Comic Book Day,podcast This coming Saturday, May 1st, is Free Comic Book Day, a global event in which millions of free comic books will be given away absolutely free-of-charge to people visiting participating stores.  So, what better time to visit with Joe Field whose brainc... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/fb2010_joefieldtall.png)This coming Saturday, May 1st, is Free Comic Book Day (http://freecomicbookday.com/), a global event in which millions of free comic books will be given away absolutely free-of-charge to people visiting participating stores.  So, what better time to visit with Joe Field whose brainchild FCBD is?  Joe's not just a mad genius bent on putting free comics into your hands.  No, he's also the owner/operator of Eisner Award Winning comic shop Flying Colors Comics and Other Cool Stuff (http://flyingcolorscomics.com/)in Concord, California. Joe's got a lot to say about Free Comic Book Day, retailing, comics that excite him and the business of comics itself. Aron yes 49:15 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12081 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12081#comments Wed, 21 Apr 2010 12:03:44 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12081 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12081/feed 1 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast,RPG Aron and Paulie spend an evening talking with the vacationing (other) Paul and Elder from the Bear Swarm Podcast.  The Bear Swarm guys are on their spring tour visiting other shows.  In this episode we establish their funnybook street cred, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/fb2010_swarmtall.png) Aron and Paulie spend an evening talking with the vacationing (other) Paul and Elder from the Bear Swarm Podcast (http://bearswarm.com).  The Bear Swarm guys are on their spring tour visiting other shows.  In this episode we establish their funnybook street cred, discuss superhero role playing games, sandbox gaming, and even a little about social combat mechanics. Special cameo appearance by Taco-Boy! Aron yes 51:40 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12026 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12026#comments Sun, 18 Apr 2010 20:33:20 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=12026 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/12026/feed 0 brightest day,Comics,DC,Marvel,return of bruce wayne,the flash It's another full house this week, as Aron, Paul, Wayne, Jonathan, and Tim discuss all the week's news, groove to Brightest Day, and share stories of cheatin' on your comic shop. C2E2 News... Marvel's Secret Avengers, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/fb2010_42tall.png)It's another full house this week, as Aron, Paul, Wayne, Jonathan, and Tim discuss all the week's news, groove to Brightest Day, and share stories of cheatin' on your comic shop. C2E2 News... Marvel's Secret Avengers, Eaglesham's leaving FF (maybe), Fantastic Three, Vampire Jubilee, Death of Dracula, Jonathan votes with his wallet Comic shop loyalty New Comic Book Tuesdays?!? DC News... Dan Jurgens interview (part one (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/11980) and part two (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/11985)) Brightest Day Update * The Flash #1 * Booster Gold #31 Siege Update * Loki * Captain America * Young Avengers Iron Man: Legacy #1 Savage Axe of Ares #1 X-men Second Coming (New Mutants #12) X-Factor Forever #2 X-Men Forever #21 Hulked Out Heroes #1 Amazing Spider-Man: Grim Hunt Ultimate Enemy #3 Indy Spotlight * Atomic Robo and The Revenge of the Vampire Dimension #2 Irredeemable Special #1 Don't forget about our Blackest Night Give-a-way (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/11905)!  The contest ends on Friday, April 23rd!  And coming May 3rd, Free Funnybook Day... a day-long event with prizes awarded hourly.  Stay tuned! Aron yes 1:32:25 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11985 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11985#comments Fri, 16 Apr 2010 23:02:39 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11985 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11985/feed 2 brightest day,dan jurgens,flashpoint,return of bruce wayne Well, we talked to Dan Jurgens earlier this week (check out our awesome interview here) to coincide with the release of his final issue of Booster Gold, #31.  As it turns out, as teased in our interview, that final issue hinted at many great things to ... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/fb2010_jurgens1.png)Well, we talked to Dan Jurgens earlier this week (check out our awesome interview here (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/11980)) to coincide with the release of his final issue of Booster Gold, #31.  As it turns out, as teased in our interview, that final issue hinted at many great things to come and, Thursday morning, DC Nation dropped the big news (http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/2010/04/15/prepare-for-time-masters-vanishing-point/). TIME MASTERS: VANISHING POINT starts this July, and ties directly into The Return of Bruce Wayne, featuring Rip Hunter, Booster Gold, Superman, and Green Lantern traveling through time trying to find their friend.  The six-issue mini will be written and drawn by Jurgens and, as you'll find out exclusively on our podcast, The Return of Bruce  Wayne isn't the only series that Time Masters will tie into.  What's the big DC event coming that the series is leading directly into? Find out by listening below! Paul yes 12:50 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11980 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11980#comments Wed, 14 Apr 2010 05:14:54 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11980 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11980/feed 2 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast On the day his final (for now) issue on this volume of Booster Gold hits the stands, Dan Jurgens guests on the podcast.  Aron, Paul, and Wayne spent an evening chatting with the man who created Booster back in the 80's. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/fb2010_jurgens.png)On the day his final (for now) issue on this volume of Booster Gold hits the stands, Dan Jurgens guests on the podcast.  Aron, Paul, and Wayne spent an evening chatting with the man who created Booster back in the 80's.  Jurgens has worked on such amazing titles as Solar for Valiant Comics, 52, 79 issues of Marvel's Thor and as if all that wasn't enough contributed to the epic Death of Superman storyline and even created one of the most iconic images in modern comics. In our interview with Dan, we talk about where he's been with Booster, projects he's worked on in his nearly 30 years in comics as well as those projects he'll be working on, and... his future return to Booster Gold. Aron yes 42:00 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11928 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11928#comments Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:58:08 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11928 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11928/feed 0 Comics,DC,Independent,Marvel,podcast This week Aron, Paul, Wayne, Jonathan and Tim debate the merits of Doug Ramsey vs. Aquaman vs. Tripod Johnson. Paul's wife is out-of-town, so it's pay-per-view porn time! S.H.I.E.L.D #1 New Avengers: Luke Cage #1 We Are the X-Men! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/fb2010_40.png)This week Aron, Paul, Wayne, Jonathan and Tim debate the merits of Doug Ramsey vs. Aquaman vs. Tripod Johnson. Paul's wife is out-of-town, so it's pay-per-view porn time! S.H.I.E.L.D #1 New Avengers: Luke Cage #1 We Are the X-Men! (Psylocke & Spider-man) Vengeance of the Moon Knight #7 The Flash: Secret Files and Origins 2010 Nemesis: The Impostors #2 Batman Update * Batman and Robin #11 * Red Robin #11 Second Coming Update * Uncanny X-Men #523 * Deadpool and Cable #25 World War Hulks #1 Indy Spotlight * Invincible Returns #1 * The Astounding Wolf-man #22 * The Boys #41 * Turf #1 * Buffy the Vampire Slayer #34 We read trades! * Ultimates 3 * Death of Captain America: The Burden of Dreams * Deadpool * Scott Pilgrim * Kick Ass Darwyn Cooke's The Outfit Don't miss our gigantic Blackest Night Give-a-way. (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com//archives/11905) And check back on April 14th for our New Comic Book Day Interview (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com//archives/category/columns/new-comic-book-day-interviews) with Booster Gold writer and artist Dan Jurgens. Follow us on Twitter:  (http://twitter.com/IoMPaul/) * Aron (http://twitter.com/aronhead) * Paul (http://twitter.com/IoMPaul/) * Jonathan (http://twitter.com/kdbjon) * Wayne (http://twitter.com/valegor) * Since Tim doesn't Twitter, feel free to just follow him about town. Aron yes 1:28:15 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11869 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11869#comments Mon, 05 Apr 2010 00:24:50 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11869 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11869/feed 3 blackest night,Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Aron, Paul, Wayne and Tim welcome Jonathan back from rehab with an  episode of epic proportions featuring a rousing discussion of  the week's comics inclusive of our thoughts on the final issue of Blackest Night. Aron joins the Funnybook Mafia (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/fb2010_13.png)Aron, Paul, Wayne and Tim welcome Jonathan back from rehab with an  episode of epic proportions featuring a rousing discussion of  the week's comics inclusive of our thoughts on the final issue of Blackest Night. Aron joins the Funnybook Mafia Jonathan chimes in on Millar's Nemesis Necrosha/Second Coming Siege Update Dark Wolverine New Mutants Cloak & Dagger #1 Fantastic Four #577 Green Hornet #2 Prelude to Dead Pool Corps Teen Titans #81 Booster Gold #30 Justice League of America #43 Indy Spotlight with Paul BLACKEST NIGHT #8 - The Finale What if we were writing Blackest Night? Aron yes 2:15:05 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11855 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11855#comments Thu, 01 Apr 2010 03:55:07 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11855 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11855/feed 1 daniel way,deadpool,hitmonkey While down in the Orlando, Florida area recently, Paul visited A Comic Shop, where he had the good fortune of having a nice leisurely conversation with Daniel Way (check out pictures of the event here). - Of course, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/fb2010_way.png)While down in the Orlando, Florida area recently, Paul visited A Comic Shop (http://www.acomicshop.com/), where he had the good fortune of having a nice leisurely conversation with Daniel Way (check out pictures of the event here (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/11679)). Of course, regular listeners of Funnybooks (specifically this episode (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/11708)) know the real story - Paul braved Asian Massage Parlors, volcano finishes, forgotten digital recorders, inconvenient dinner hours, long ass drives, and Mickey Mouse himself for this interview, in which we talk about Deadpool, Hit Monkey, Dark Wolverine, and Wolverine: Origins.  We even get an exclusive bit of news about the fate of Daken (Dark Wolverine) near the end of the episode! So prepare yourself for a tobacco chewing, Guinness drinking, dick-joke making good time with Paul and Daniel Way! Paul yes 17:48 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11821 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11821#comments Mon, 29 Mar 2010 03:00:46 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11821 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11821/feed 1 batman,blackest night,Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast,siege This week, Tim joins Aron, Paul, and Wayne and there's not even a new issue of Teen Titans! Time to Make the Podcast IoM Summit 1Q2010 Aron gets some hand Jonathan continues his de-tox Blackest Night Update Green Lantern #52 This week, Tim joins Aron, Paul, and Wayne and there's not even a new issue of Teen Titans! * (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/fb2010_12.png)Time to Make the Podcast * IoM Summit 1Q2010 * Aron gets some hand * Jonathan continues his de-tox * Blackest Night Update * Green Lantern #52 * Siege Update * Avengers: The Initiative #34 * Mighty Avengers #35 * New Avengers #63 * Thor #608 * Thunderbolts #142 * Haunt #6 * Uncanny X-Men #522 * Deadpool #21 * Nemesis #1 * The Rise of Arsenal #1 * Fall of the Hulks Update * Red Hulk #3 * Batman: Streets of Gotham #10 Secret Warriors #14 This Wednesday, Blackest Night #8 comes out.  Tune in next week for our big Blackest Night wrap-up, plus What If We Were Writing Blackest Night? Aron yes 1:23:13 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11708 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11708#comments Mon, 22 Mar 2010 02:53:33 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11708 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11708/feed 0 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast While Aron, Wayne and the rest of the Amazing Friends were in St Louis enjoying the wonder that was Fear the Con 3, Paul was down in Florida chatting with Daniel Way and enjoying some of the local flavor. Describing Jonathan (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/fb2010_111.png)While Aron, Wayne and the rest of the Amazing Friends were in St Louis enjoying the wonder that was Fear the Con 3 (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/tag/ftc3), Paul was down in Florida chatting with Daniel Way and enjoying some of the local flavor. Describing Jonathan Daniel Way and the Volcano Finish Blackest Night Update Green Lantern Corps #46 Siege Update Siege #3 Siege Embedded #3 Dark X-Men #5 Doomwar #2 Batman Update Batman #697 Batman & Robin  #10 Fall of the Hulks Update Hulk #21 Incredible Hulk #608 Fall of Green Arrow Update Justice League: Rise and Fall (one shot) Titans #23 Green Arrow #31 ... And don't miss this week's Daniel Way interview coming atcha on Wednesday! Aron yes 1:13:44 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11592 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11592#comments Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:33:24 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11592 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11592/feed 1 Comics,podcast Aron, Wayne, and Jonathan prepare for Fear The Con 3 while Paul stays at the office to mind the store. Deadpaul Corps Three Tales of Full-Bellied Puking The real reason why Paul didn't attend Fear the Con 3 Marvel's plans for New Avengers (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/fb2010_11.png)Aron, Wayne, and Jonathan prepare for Fear The Con 3 while Paul stays at the office to mind the store. * Deadpaul Corps * Three Tales of Full-Bellied Puking * The real reason why Paul didn't attend Fear the Con 3 * Marvel's plans for New Avengers * Punisher gets re-titled * We are the X-Men * X-Men: Second Coming... Prepare! We also include in this episode Paul's interview with Lucifer writer Mike Carey.  Carey's comics work includes X-Men: Legacy for Marvel and The Unwritten for DC's Vertigo imprint.  Also of note are his Felix Castor novels (http://mikeandpeter.com/category/felix-castor-books/), which sound pretty damned cool. Aron yes 1:07:10 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11593 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11593#comments Mon, 15 Mar 2010 15:07:02 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11593 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11593/feed 3 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11540 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11540#comments Sun, 07 Mar 2010 21:36:21 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11540 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11540/feed 0 Comics,podcast This week, Aron provides marital advice while Jonathan, Wayne and Paul take notes. Siege Update Invincible Iron Man #24 The Mighty Avengers #34 Justice League: Cry for Justice #7 Fall of the Hulks Update Savage She Hulks #1 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/fb2010_10.png)This week, Aron provides marital advice while Jonathan, Wayne and Paul take notes. * Siege Update * Invincible Iron Man #24 * The Mighty Avengers #34 * Justice League: Cry for Justice #7 * Fall of the Hulks Update * Savage She Hulks #1 * Green Hornet #1 * Ultimate Avengers #5 * New Ultimates #1 What if were writing the Ultimate Universe? At GenCon 2009, Aron was on a panel about the work which goes on behind the podcast.  With folks from TrapCast (http://trapcast.com/) and (http://brilliantgameologists.com/)The Brilliant Gameologists (http://brilliantgameologists.com/), social networking and community building are discussed.  Check it out! (http://www.pulpgamer.com/genconseminars/134868/2009-05-beyond-the-podcast/) Also, Kicked in the Dicebags' fiftieth episodes was released this weekend!  It's awesome because Chris and Jonathan aren't on it and Aron is!  Enjoy a cultured, sophisticated Kicked in the Dicebags. (http://kickedinthedicebags.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=590066) Stay tuned to the site in the coming week for lots of Fear The Con coverage (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com//archives/tag/fear-the-con). Aron yes 1:20:17 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11450 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11450#comments Sun, 28 Feb 2010 20:44:48 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11450 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11450/feed 3 Comics,podcast The Red Lantern ring travels around the table this week as we get our rage on about Marvel's complete disregard about anything approaching continuity...  Tim joins the the show from his mobile studio to update Aron, Paul, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/fb2010_09.png)The Red Lantern ring travels around the table this week as we get our rage on about Marvel's complete disregard about anything approaching continuity...  Tim joins the the show from his mobile studio to update Aron, Paul, and Wayne on Teen Titans managing to rock some rage his own self... SausageFest Blackest Night Update * Blackest Night #7 * Blackest Night: JSA #3 Siege Update * New Avengers #62 * Avengers: The Initiative #33 * Thor #607 * Dark Wolverine #83 * Thunderbolts #141 Fall of the Hulks * Red Hulk #2 Flash Rebirth #6 Teen Titans #80 Fantastic Four #576 Ultimate Enemy #2 Clone Saga #6 Amazing Spider-Man #622 Ms. Marvel #50 X-Men Forever #18 Who must die in Siege? Aron yes 1:45:23 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11432 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11432#comments Thu, 25 Feb 2010 11:33:09 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11432 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11432/feed 3 Comics,Marvel,podcast FULL DISCLOSURE: This is our second recording with Agents of Atlas Writer Jeff Parker.  Our first interview with Jeff was awesome covering the full span of his admirable body of work.  Where can you download that episode you ask?  No where, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/fb2010_parker2a.png)FULL DISCLOSURE: This is our second recording with Agents of Atlas Writer Jeff Parker.  Our first interview with Jeff was awesome covering the full span of his admirable body of work.  Where can you download that episode you ask?  No where, that's where! Due to a colossal failure of technology and technician, we lost that episode (aka FailCast).  Fortunately, Jeff Parker returned for a second review.  And this time, we pushed RECORD. THE SHOW: We talk about all kinds of cool stuff such as Fall of the Hulks, Agents of Atlas, The Uranian, reprints in Marvel Comics, sad comic conventions,the value of new ideas, Portland, mustaches, DC vs Marvel, Doctor Rape, his Image comic Underground and Parker's upcoming stint as college professor.  And much, much more. This interview was one of the most enjoyable we've done.  Parker's a hoot.  Thanks for your patience, Professor Parker. Aron yes 1:07:50 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11343 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11343#comments Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:40:36 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11343 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11343/feed 2 Comics,Movies & TV,podcast Aron returns from his journeys across the snow-ravaged lands of New England to rejoin Paul, Wayne, and Jonathan for another rousing discussion of the week in comics... Paul hates on fatties while we talk about Kevin Smith, encroaching, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/fb2010_08.png)Aron returns from his journeys across the snow-ravaged lands of New England to rejoin Paul, Wayne, and Jonathan for another rousing discussion of the week in comics... * Paul hates on fatties while we talk about Kevin Smith, encroaching, and Smodcast #106 (http://www.smodcast.com/smods/smodcast106.html) and #107 (http://www.smodcast.com/smods/smodcast107.html) * Geoff Johns and Jim Lee get promotions over at DC Comics and Jonathan feels similar changes should occur at Marvel * BLACKEST NIGHT UPDATE * Blackest Night Flsh #3 * Green Lantern Corps #45 * Green Lantern #51 * Adventure Comics #7 * SIEGE UPDATE * Dark Avengers #14 * Haunt #5 * Doomwar #1 * FALL OF THE HULKS UPDATE * Hulk #20 * Incredible Hulk #607 * Deadpool #19 * Hit Monkey #1 * Atomic Robo V4 #1 - Revenge of the Vampire Dimension * Paul's Surprise Topic * We talked a bit about old radio serials.  Here are a few favorites: * The Old Time Radio Superman Show (on iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-old-time-radio-superman/id271202930), on the Web (http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=11773&cmd=tc)) * The Shadow Podcast (on iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-shadow-podcast/id266946983), on the Web (http://shadow.libsyn.com/)) * Green Hornet (on iTunes (http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/green-hornet/id212386315), on the Web (http://www.botar.us/greenhornet.html)) * Vengeance of the Moon Knight writer and V consulting producer Greg Hurwitz (starts at 01:27). And if you haven't gotten enough of Paul and Jonathan, please be sure to check out this week's episode of Kicked in the Dicebags (http://kickedinthedicebags.libsyn.com/) (episode released week of 02/21/2010 - NOTE: Extremely explicit content on KITDB). Aron yes 1:52:35 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11308 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11308#comments Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:56:33 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11308 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11308/feed 2 In this week's extraordinarily disorganized episode of Funnybooks, Paul, Wayne, and Jonathan talk about all manner of mildly interesting, and semi-comic book related, topics. Paul's alcoholism Why Heroes sucks, but apparently Lost is good (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/fb2010_07.png)In this week's extraordinarily disorganized episode of Funnybooks, Paul, Wayne, and Jonathan talk about all manner of mildly interesting, and semi-comic book related, topics. * Paul's alcoholism * Why Heroes sucks, but apparently Lost is good * Jonathan keeps trying to convince people that Eddie Brock should be Spider-Man, Sentry is a cool character, and that X-Men: Second Coming is going to be good * Wayne, for some reason, still likes X-Man * X-Factor: Forever * We try to figure out who the hell the Secret Avengers are going to be, and mock the new Avengers line-up * We chat a lot about all of the recent Marvel announcements * And, most importantly, we try to figure out where the hell Aron is. All this, plus midget strippers, Lois Lane in a Wonder Woman costume, and why X-Men: Second Coming should happen at least a half hour after the first one. Please note that, due to our editor being plastered, the recording actually goes on past the ending of the episode, and you hear us ramble on about next week's comics, and once more talk about Spider-Man: The Gauntlet - a rare look into the mind of some madmen. Paul yes 1:38:05 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11186 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11186#comments Wed, 10 Feb 2010 03:00:07 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11186 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11186/feed 1 Comics,Marvel Eisner Award winning writer Matt Fraction joins the conversation this week.  We chat about his stellar work on Iron Man, his upcoming run on Thor, Free Comic Book Day, and the return of Kitty Pryde. - Please note that this post will be at the top thro... (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fb2010_fraction.png)Eisner Award winning writer Matt Fraction joins the conversation this week.  We chat about his stellar work on Iron Man, his upcoming run on Thor, Free Comic Book Day, and the return of Kitty Pryde. Please note that this post will be at the top through Thursday - play it in a pop up window while you cruise below for the latest news! Aron yes 46:13 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11214 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11214#comments Mon, 08 Feb 2010 02:08:32 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11214 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11214/feed 1 Comics,DC,Marvel,spider-man Aron, Paulie, Wayne and Jonathan chat about truck wrecks, comic book movies and tv shows, and all the while Wayne maintains a positive outlook. Planet Hulk on DVD Smallville "Absolute Justice" Blackest Night Update Siege Update Siege #2 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/02/fb2010_06.png)Aron, Paulie, Wayne and Jonathan chat about truck wrecks, comic book movies and tv shows, and all the while Wayne maintains a positive outlook. * Planet Hulk on DVD * Smallville "Absolute Justice" * Blackest Night Update * Siege Update * Siege #2 * Siege: Embedded #2 * Invincible Iron Man #23 * Red Robin #9 * Justice Society of America Annual #2 * Cable * Ultimate X #1 * Milestone Forever #1 * The Defense of Spider-Man What if We Were Writing Spider-Man? Stay tuned after the credits for the announcement of  our UNWRITTEN contest winners. Aron yes 1:29:07 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11126 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11126#comments Sun, 31 Jan 2010 22:35:39 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11126 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11126/feed 1 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast Tim and Wayne join Aron and Paulie for our weekly round table. It's a miracle, BAM! iPad's possible effects on both the comic print and digital business Blackest Night Update Green Lantern #50 The Atom & Hawkman #46 (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fb2010_05.png)Tim and Wayne join Aron and Paulie for our weekly round table. * It's a miracle, BAM! * iPad's possible effects on both the comic print and digital business * Blackest Night Update * Green Lantern #50 * The Atom & Hawkman #46 * Blackest Night JSA #2 * Siege Update * Captain America Reborn #6 * Thor #606 * Avengers: The Initiative #32 * New Avengers #61 * Batman Update * Batman and Robin #7 * Detective Comics #861 * World's Finest #4 * Justice League: Cry for Justice #6 * Justice League of America #41 * Fantastic Four #575 * Teen Titans #79 * Ultimate Enemy #1 Secret Warriors #2 #12 Neverland #0 Stay tuned after the end credits for our Indy Comic Book Week Sampler winners announcement! Aron yes 1:35:59 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11116 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11116#comments Sun, 31 Jan 2010 17:00:46 +0000 Paul http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11116 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11116/feed 0 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11107 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11107#comments Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:19:12 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11107 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11107/feed 0 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11057 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11057#comments Thu, 28 Jan 2010 04:45:30 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=11057 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/11057/feed 1 Comics,Marvel We wrap up the month of January by sharing our conversation with Fantastic Four writer, Jonathan Hickman.  We talk about Hollywood movies, his love of Frank Herbert's DUNE books, why in the world Sue Richards stays with Reed, Secret Warriors, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fb2010_hickman.png)We wrap up the month of January by sharing our conversation with Fantastic Four writer, Jonathan Hickman.  We talk about Hollywood movies, his love of Frank Herbert's DUNE books, why in the world Sue Richards stays with Reed, Secret Warriors, and all manner of other comic book awesome. Plus... in a Funnybooks exclusive, Jonathan Hickman answers why he is the best lover on the planet. Aron yes 45:15 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10968 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10968#comments Mon, 25 Jan 2010 00:48:36 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=10968 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10968/feed 3 Comics,DC,Marvel,podcast In a stunning turn, Paul invokes the Apontalypse signalling the destruction of all we hold dear and sacred.  Before the world ends, though, we talk about the week's comics. Paul sells some books, Paul buys some books from MyComicShop.com (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fb2010_04.png)In a stunning turn, Paul invokes the Apontalypse signalling the destruction of all we hold dear and sacred.  Before the world ends, though, we talk about the week's comics. * Paul sells some books, Paul buys some books from MyComicShop.com (http://mycomicshop.com) CANCELED: Kieron Gillen's S.W.O.R.D (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/10854) and Rick Remender's Doctor VooDoo (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/10950) Adventure Comics #6 Blackest Night Update Green Lantern Corps #44 Blackest Night: The Flash #2 (here's the Scott Kolins interview we reference) (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/8146) Blackest Night: Phantom Stranger #42 Blackest Night: Starman #81 Siege Update Dark Avengers #13 Dark Wolverine #82 Mighty Avengers #33 The Olivier Coipel poster (http://www.tfaw.com/Profile/Thor-By-Olivier-Coipel-Poster___352771) we mention Fall of the Hulks Update Hulk #19 Incredible Hulk #606 Doctor Voodoo Streets of Gotham #8 (Thus begin the Apontalypse) We have extended the entry period for our Indy Comic Book Week Sampler.  Check it out! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com//archives/10766) And just because we're not giving away enough stuff, enter for your chance to win THE UNWRITTEN! (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/10900) Ideology of Madness will be at the Dallas Comic Con (http://www.scifiexpo.com/DCC/dallascomiccon.html) on Saturday, January 30th.  We'll be interviewing folks there for both the podcast as well as capturing a bit of video.  Stay tuned! As always this post will be at the top THROUGH Tuesday – scroll down for the latest news! Aron yes 1:08:12 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10950 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10950#comments Thu, 21 Jan 2010 11:32:47 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=10950 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10950/feed 2 Comics,podcast Rick Remender, writer of Fear Agent and The Punisher,  joins Paul and Jonathan for a discussion on Frankencastle, XXX Zombies, The Last Days of American Crime movie,  sex-toys and sodomy - and much, much more! It's an all-age, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fb2010_remender.png)Rick Remender, writer of Fear Agent and The Punisher,  joins Paul and Jonathan for a discussion on Frankencastle, XXX Zombies, The Last Days of American Crime (http://www.radicalcomics.com/titles/comics/the-last-days-of-american-crime) movie,  sex-toys and sodomy - and much, much more! It's an all-age, no-holes-barred  show this week from the good folks at Funnybooks! This post will be on the top through Friday - scroll down for the latest updates! Aron yes 52:10 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10883 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10883#comments Sun, 17 Jan 2010 23:45:08 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=10883 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10883/feed 0 Comics,podcast As Paulie wanders the wastelands of Charlotte, NC, Appollyon (AKA Tim)  joins Aron, Wayne, and Jonathan for another rousing week of our comics round table.  Plus, the return of What If We Were Writing...? (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fb2010_03.png)As Paulie wanders the wastelands of Charlotte, NC, Appollyon (AKA Tim)  joins Aron, Wayne (http://feartheboot.com/), and Jonathan (http://kickedinthedicebags.libsyn.com/) for another rousing week of our comics round table.  Plus, the return of What If We Were Writing...? * Wayne makes a guest appearance on Kicked in the Dicebags (http://kickedinthedicebags.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=571116) * Aron's fever dreams * Marvel's dick move (http://bit.ly/6U8JEH) * Blackest Night Update * Teen Titans #78 * Teen Titans: Games (http://dcu.blog.dccomics.com/2010/01/15/dcu-in-2010-prepare-for-teen-titans-games/) * Our Marv Wolfman Interview (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/10184) * Siege Update * Invincible Iron Man #22 * Wayne's prediction * Amazing Spider-Man #617 * Booster Gold #28 * Batman Update * Batgirl #6 * Batman #695 * Tim's thoughts on The Dark Knight Returns * Politics in comics * Dark X-Men #3 * Black Panther #12 * Star Trek Captain's Log: Sulu * What if we were writing Doctor Strange? Kitty Pryde is coming back and the return of Jubilee Don't forget about Fear The Con 3 (http://fearthecon.com)... Or the Indy Comic Book Week Sampler give-a-way (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/10766)! If you just can't get enough comic talk this week, join Jonathan over on Kicked in the Dicebags (http://kickedinthedicebags.libsyn.com/index.php?post_id=571116) where Wayne joins him for some more conversation. As always this post will be at the top THROUGH Tuesday - scroll down for the latest news! Aron yes 1:13:44 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10854 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10854#comments Wed, 13 Jan 2010 23:14:23 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=10854 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10854/feed 4 Comics,podcast This post will be at the top through Thursday!  Scroll down for the latest updates! You may remember him from his contribution to Amiga Power, but we know him from his current run on Thor, this past summer's Beta Ray Bill: Godhunter, Phonogram, (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fb2010_kieron-136x300.png) This post will be at the top through Thursday!  Scroll down for the latest updates! You may remember him from his contribution to Amiga Power, but we know him from his current run on Thor, this past summer's Beta Ray Bill: Godhunter, Phonogram, and many other fantastic reads.  Kieron Gillen joins us for a lively conversation about previewing comic stories, Marvel's Siege, X-Men: S.W.O.R.D. and the balance of being a good dad versus being a good God of War. Funnybooks gets cultured this week in its first trans-Atlantic interview. Aron yes 49:20 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10783 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10783#comments Mon, 11 Jan 2010 01:37:20 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=10783 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10783/feed 0 Comics,marvel siege,podcast This post will be at the top through Tuesday! Scroll down for the latest updates! - Wayne and Jonathan join us to discuss working at movie theaters and amusement parks and, oh yes, this weeks comics. This post will be at the top through Tuesday! Scroll down for the latest updates! (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fb2010_02a-136x300.png) (http://feartheboot.com/) Wayne (http://feartheboot.com/) and Jonathan (http://kickedinthedicebags.libsyn.com/) join us to discuss working at movie theaters and amusement parks and, oh yes, this weeks comics. * Three of the four of us used to work at movie theaters * Two of the four of us worked at Six Flags * Blackest Night Update * Blackest Night #6 * Siege Update * Origins of Siege (http://marvel.com/news/comicstories.10792.read_the_siege_digital_prologue_for_free~excl~) * Siege#1 * Siege Embedded * Siege 2010 Calendar * Red Robin #8 * Marvel Boy: The Uranian * Haunt #4 * Escape from Wonderland #3 * New Mutants #8 & #9 * X-Factor: Nation X One-shot * Cable #22 * JSA: All Stars #2 Fear the Con 3 (http://fearthecon.com), a tabletop roleplaying game convention hosted by the guys at Fear the Boot is scheduled for March 12-13, 2010 in St Louis.  Wayne, Jonathan, and Aron will be there.  Paul drew the short straw and has to stay home and keep the internets safe. Don't miss your chance to win one of our THREE Indy Comic Book Samplers! (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/10766) Coming up Wednesday... our New Comic Book Day Interview (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com//archives/category/columns/new-comic-book-day-interviews) with Thor writer Kieron Gillen! Aron yes 1:29:14 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10686 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10686#comments Mon, 04 Jan 2010 06:00:12 +0000 Aron http://ideologyofmadness.com/?p=10686 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10686/feed 2 Comics,podcast FtB's Wayne joins us for this week's discussion. Our read piles have grown due to after some awesome after-X-mas sales Paul's shameful mission leads into a discussion of defunct comics publishers such as Valiant, Defiant, and Crossgen (http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/01/fb2010_01a.png)FtB's Wayne (http://www.feartheboot.com/ftb/index.php/archives/category/blog-entries/wayne-cole) joins us for this week's discussion. * Our read piles have grown due to after some awesome after-X-mas sales * Paul's shameful mission leads into a discussion of defunct comics publishers such as Valiant, Defiant, and Crossgen * Blackest Night Update * Green Lantern #49 * Blackest Night: JSA #1 * Justice Society of America #34 * Countdown to SIEGE! * New Avengers #60 * Thor #605 * Avengers: The Initiative * Captain America: Who Will Wield the Shield? * An abundance of Hulks (Fall of the Hulks Gamma) * Tracker #1 & #2 (here's Paul's Jonathan Lincoln New Comic Book Day Interview (http://ideologyofmadness.com/archives/10530) we reference) * World's Finest #3 * Punisher #12 * Arkham Reborn * What If Wayne Ranted about What If? * What If Spider-Man House of M * What If Astonishing X-Men * What we're looking forward to in 2010 Be sure and check out our new discussion forum! (http://spookyouthouse.com/forum/index.php?board=78.0) Aron yes 1:13:08 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10597 http://ideologyofmadness.spookyouthouse.com/archives/10597#comments Wed, 30 Dec 2009 15:53:02 +0000 Aron