Read the Freaking Comics!

Deep dive into single issues of comics from Marvel, DC, Epic, Valiant, Dark Horse and more. Understand the artists behind them and hopefully give you a unique view into the comic lore and business!

Read the Freaking Comics! is a arts podcast hosted by Michael Regina, with 34 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Michael Regina hosts Read the Freaking Comics!, a arts show with 34 episodes published.

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  Inside Marvel’s STRANGEST Era: Hawkeye’s Circus Past & Wonder Man’s Hollywood Mayhem!

  Sep 16, 202613 min

  1988 was peak Marvel weirdness — and Solo Avengers #13 proves it. This issue gave us two off-the-wall stories that capture everything wild, creative, and experimental about late-‘80s Marvel.Hawkeye hunts a motorcycle-riding art thief from his circus past — while Wonder Man’s Hollywood stunt gig turns into full-on alien chaos, complete with a giant energy bunny explosion.Behind the madness? Tom DeFalco, Ralph Macchio, Butch Guice, Ron Lim, and a young Janet “JayJay” Jackson shaping Marvel’s late-‘80s aesthetic. We’ll dig into their work, the bullpen energy of the era, and how Solo Avengers bridged Marvel’s old-school anthology roots with the rise of the West Coast Avengers.Plus: we’ll talk vintage ads, rare appearances (like The Bullet Biker!), and what this comic’s $5 bin status says about collector nostalgia today.If you love deep dives into forgotten Marvel gems — hit that like, subscribe, and ring the bell so you don’t miss the next issue breakdown. From bold experiments to behind-the-scenes stories, we’re covering it all here on Read the Freaking Comics! Comment below: Which story hit harder for you — Hawkeye’s chase or Wonder Man’s cosmic chaos? #ReadTheFreakingComics #SoloAvengers #MarvelComics #Hawkeye #WonderMan #ButchGuice #TomDeFalco #RalphMacchioMarvel #RonLim #JayJayJackson #BobLayton #MarkGruenwald #1980sComics #MarvelHistory #WestCoastAvengers #ComicBookHistory #RetroComics #MarvelBullpen #ComicCollecting #AvengersComics #ClassicMarvel #ComicDeepDive #EnergyBunnyExplosion #ForgottenMarvel #ComicBookYouTube Photos & ThanksA Very Special Thanks to Bob Layton https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Solo_A... By Pat Loika - https://www.flickr.com/photos/patloik... , CC BY 2.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index... [[File:Cropped Photo of Jackson Guice.jpg|thumb|Cropped Photo of Jackson Guice]][[File:Jack Morelli (KidsComicCon, 2011).jpg|thumb|Jack Morelli (KidsComicCon, 2011)]] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solo_Av... https://www.comics.org/issue/43741/ https://marvelheroeslibrary.com/comic... https://www.marvel.com/comics/series/... https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Solo_A... https://www.mycomicshop.com/search?TI... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Gr...

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  The Phoenix Five Unleashed! Avengers vs. X-Men #8 Deep Dive | Marvel’s 2012 Game-Changer

  Sep 2, 202612 min

  What happens when the Phoenix Force doesn’t choose one host… but FIVE? Cyclops, Emma Frost, Colossus, Magik, and Namor become the Phoenix Five — unstoppable, world-shaping gods who start as saviors but soon reveal the corruption of absolute power.In this deep dive, we’re exploring Avengers vs. X-Men #8 — the pivotal issue where Marvel’s biggest 2012 crossover changed forever. Namor wages war on Wakanda, loyalties fracture within the Phoenix Five, and the Avengers are pushed to their breaking point in one of the most explosive battles of the series.But this isn’t just about epic splash pages — we’ll dig into the behind-the-scenes creators who shaped this story, from Brian Michael Bendis and Adam Kubert to the legendary Tom Brevoort, who called this the fulcrum of the entire event. We’ll uncover the legacy this issue left behind, how it sold, where it sits in comic history, and why it remains one of Marvel’s most debated storylines.If you love comic history, storytelling analysis, and rare creator insights, this video is for you. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more deep-dive comic breakdowns every week. And as always… read the freaking comics! #AvengersVsXMen #PhoenixFive #Cyclops #EmmaFrost #Namor #Colossus #Magik #ScarletWitch #PhoenixForce #MarvelComics #MarvelHistory #ComicBookBreakdown #AvX #Bendis #AdamKubert #XMen #Avengers #ComicDeepDive #MarvelEvents #Wakanda #ProfessorX #TomBrevoort #MarvelLegacy #ComicAnalysis #readthefreakingcomics Photos & Thanks https://dc.fandom.com/wiki/Larry_Molinar https://marvel.fandom.com/wiki/Larry_... https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/people... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Solus_%... https://www.cbr.com/avx-commentary-tr... https://www.comichron.com/monthlycomi... https://www.the-numbers.com/movie/Ave... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marvel_... https://www.wired.com/2012/03/marvel-... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isaac_P... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kevin_F... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Que... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Axel_Al... https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_Buc... https://www.comichron.com/monthlycomi... https://www.diamondcomics.com/Article... https://www.cbr.com/thor-namor-imperi...

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  Spider-Man Noir Vol. 2 #1 (2020) | Pulp Mystery & Pandemic Comics in this MARVEL Classic!

  Aug 19, 202612 min

  Step into the shadows of 1939 Manhattan, where Spider-Man isn’t swinging through skyscrapers—he’s chasing down criminals as a hardboiled private eye. In this deep dive, we’ll explore the 2020 revival of Spider-Man Noir Vol. 2 #1, uncovering its pulp-inspired origins, connections to the 2009 classic, and Nicolas Cage’s unforgettable take from Into the Spider-Verse.We’ll spotlight creators Margaret Stohl and Juan Ferreyra, plus hear exclusive insights from cover artist Dave Rapoza. Along the way, we’ll examine the history behind the cars, guns, planes, and even the Met Museum featured in the story. You’ll also learn how the pandemic shaped comics when this issue hit shelves, and why Spider-Man Noir remains one of Marvel’s most fascinating alternate universes.This isn’t just a recap—it’s a cinematic journey through history, art, and comic book legacy. If you love comics, pulp mysteries, and Spider-Man history, this one’s for you! #SpiderManNoir #SpiderMan #MarvelComics #ComicBookHistory #IntoTheSpiderVerse #NicolasCage #MargaretStohl #JuanFerreyra #DaveRapoza #Marvel2020 #ComicBookReview #ComicBookDeepDive #ReadTheFreakingComics #SpiderManComics #ComicCollectors #MarvelHistory #NoirComics #SpiderVerse #MarvelLegacy #ComicBookArt #PulpComics #ComicAnalysis #SpiderManFans #ComicBookCommunity #MarvelCinematic Photos & ThanksA very special thanks to Juan Ferreyra & Dave Rapoza • Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse but only ... • Margaret Stohl & The Life of Captain Marve... https://www.marvel.com/articles/comic... https://www.marvel.com/articles/comic... https://www.marvel.com/comics/issue/8... https://www.marvel.com/articles/comic... https://www.marvel.com/comics/issue/8... https://www.marvel.com/comics/issue/9... https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/comic/... https://www.cavletter.com/a-perfect-s... https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/comic/... https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/comic/... https://www.emeraldcitycomiccon.com/ https://icv2.com/image/55334/2

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  Episode #32

  DV8 #2 (1996) | Warren Ellis, Humberto Ramos & Image’s Wild 90s Chaos

  Aug 5, 202614 minS2

  Step into the wild world of 90s comics with DV8 Vol. 1 #2 (1996) — a chaotic mix of underaged super-teens, bar fights, cross-company cameos (Spawn! Spider-Man! Savage Dragon!), and behind-the-scenes WildStorm drama. In this video, we’ll explore Warren Ellis and Humberto Ramos’ early work, the collapse of Image’s sales bubble, and why DV8 went from hot debut to forgotten relic. Packed with history, creators, sales analysis, and 90s nostalgia, this deep-dive is your ultimate guide to one of Image Comics’ most gloriously messy titles. #DV8 #ImageComics #WildStorm #WarrenEllis #HumbertoRamos #90sComics #ComicBookHistory #ForgottenComics #ComicBookCommunity #Spawn #SavageDragon #SpiderMan #FantasticFour #Stormwatch #Gen13 #ComicDeepDive #ComicCollectors #ComicAnalysis #ComicBookReview #IndieComics #ComicNostalgia #ComicBookCulture #90sNostalgia #ComicInvesting #ReadTheFreakingComics Photos & Thanks https://comicvine.gamespot.com/sal-re... https://www.lambiek.net/artists/r/reg... https://www.comics.org/issue/61193/ / salregla • Video Here are the sources I used in plain URL form: https://womenwriteaboutcomics.com/201... https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/people... https://comicvine.gamespot.com/wendy-... https://kleinletters.com/Blog/more-19... https://aspen-mlt.fandom.com/wiki/Jason \_Gorder https://dc.fandom.com/wiki/Jason \_Gorder https://comicbookcreators.fandom.com/... \_Gorder https://www.librarything.com/author/g... https://www.comicartfans.com/comic-ar... \_Gorder.asp?m=newart https://www.bailsprojects.com/whoswho... https://www.comics.org/issue/1146775/ https://gocollect.com/comic/dv8-1 https://www.comicsbeat.com/former-wil... https://www.bedetheque.com/auteur-644... https://www.comics.org/issue/274261/ https://www.comics.org/issue/272287/ https://www.comichron.com/ https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/comics... https://www.comicasylumpalmdesert.com/ https://www.bbc.com/bbcthree/article/... https://dc.fandom.com/ https://marvel.fandom.com/ https://imagecomics.fandom.com/

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  Episode #31

  Heroineburgh #1 | Indie Superheroines Take Pittsburgh by Storm! | Comic Deep Dive & BTS

  Jul 22, 202612 minS2

  What happens when a meteor unleashes superpowers on select women in Pittsburgh? Welcome to Heroineburgh, a bold indie superhero universe where shadow demons, electric shocks, and giant mutant lizards are just part of daily life! ⚡ In this video, we dive into: The high-stakes battles of The Pittsburgh Heroine LeagueVillains like Mesmera and Serpenta causing chaosIconic Pittsburgh landmarks like The Cathedral of Learning, CMU’s The Cut, and Hamerschlag HallBehind-the-scenes with creators like Manny Theiner , Benjamin Zeus Barnett, Jason Wright, Marcel Walker, Wayne Brown, and more!The indie comic scene in Pittsburgh and the connection to the live-action Heroineburgh video series Discover how decades of comic love shaped this one-of-a-kind series, blending local pride, superhero action, and passionate storytelling. Whether you’re a fan of indie comics, superheroine action, or Pittsburgh culture, this video is a must-watch! Get the comics: Issues 1–4 available at heroineburgh.com or local comic shops in PA, OH, NY, TX, and beyond. Recommended shop: New Dimension Comics, Homestead, PA ndcomics.com If you loved this deep dive, make sure to Like, Subscribe, and ring the bell for more comic analysis! Share with fellow comic fans and comment your favorite Heroineburgh moment! ⁠#Heroineburgh⁠ ⁠#IndieComics⁠ ⁠#Superheroines⁠ ⁠#PittsburghComics⁠ ⁠#ComicBookReview⁠ ⁠#FemaleSuperheroes⁠ ⁠#Comicsburgh⁠ ⁠#IndieSuperheroes⁠ ⁠#SuperheroAction⁠ ⁠#MannyTheiner⁠ ⁠#BenjaminZeusBarnett⁠ ⁠#JasonWright⁠ ⁠#MarcelWalker⁠ ⁠#WayneBrown⁠ ⁠#ComicsOfInstagram⁠ ⁠#ComicCreators⁠ ⁠#LocalComics⁠ ⁠#GeekCulture⁠ ⁠#ComicBookUniverse⁠ ⁠#HeroineLeague⁠ ⁠#SuperheroineAction⁠ ⁠#IndieComicScene⁠ ⁠#PittsburghCulture⁠ ⁠#MutantPowers⁠ ⁠#ReadTheFreakingComics⁠

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