Best Chris Hacker And Aaron Knowles Podcasts (2025)

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INTERVIEW: Patrick Horvath 1:17:39

2d ago1:17:39

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Joining us this week is the Eisner-nominated comic book creator of the 2024 smash hit Beneath The Trees Where Nobody Sees over at IDW Publishing. He’s here to discuss his upcoming giant-sized one-shot at Oni Press Free For All which delivers a brutal new vision of capitalism where in the not so distant future, the only thing left to fight for is yo…

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INTERVIEW: Matt Fraction & Michael Allred 1:02:07

3h ago1:02:07

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Joining us today are the creative team of the first issue of the new Minor Threats four-issue anthology Welcome To Twilight. One is the Eisner & Harvey Award winning writer behind titles like Adventureman, ODY-C, November, & Sex Criminals over at Image Comics. You may also know his Marvel work, with extended runs on The Invincible Iron Man, Mighty …

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MIDNIGHT REWIND: Akira (1988) 1:29:07

16d ago1:29:07

1:29:07

"The future is not a straight line. It is filled with many crossroads. There must be a future that we can choose for ourselves." 💊 It is time for our third installment in our Midnight Rewind segment! This week, we are discussing possibly the greatest anime of all-time: Katsuhiro Ôtomo's 1988 masterpiece Akira! The year is 2019. 31 years after being…

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INTERVIEW: Scotty Tidwell 56:50

20d ago56:50

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Joining us today is the Chief Marketing Officer at PuK Gaming. You may also know his name from companies like G FUEL and as thee former Executive Vice President of Content and Creators at Enthusiast Gaming. It is our pleasure to welcome Scotty Tidwell onto The Oblivion Bar Podcast! "PuK Gaming is a company dedicated to enhancing the mobile gaming e…

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INTERVIEW: Jim Viscardi 1:24:22

9d ago1:24:22

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Joining us today is the co-founder of ComicBook.com and current VP of Business Development for Image Comics. He is also the producer and host of the recently revived Let’s Talk Comics, which brings on comic creators to discuss their journey into comics, in-depth conversations about their current work, and everything else in-between. It is our pleas…

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MOVIE REVIEW: The Monkey w/ Erica Fett 1:27:35

22d ago1:27:35

1:27:35

"Everybody dies. Some of us peacefully and in our sleep, and some of us... horribly. And that's life." 🐒 🥁 Joining us this week as a special co-host is monster-enthusiast, a world-renowned cosplayer, and host of the sci-fi & horror podcast Camp Cryptid Podcast. You may have also seen her in Playboy, Maxim, Elite Online, Tattoo Erotica, Inked Magazi…

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MOVIE REVIEW: Captain America: Brave New World 1:58:20

23d ago1:58:20

1:58:20

"Steve gave them something to believe in, you give them something to aspire to." News and Notes (5:57) This week, we discuss Fantastic Four: First Steps first teaser and potentially A.I. generated posters, Walton Goggins offers an update on Fallout season 2, saying it “blows season 1 out of the water”, and Diamond Comic Distributors files for Chapt…

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INTERVIEW: Christopher Cantwell & Tyler Crook 1:03:09

1M ago1:03:09

1:03:09

“Freedom is just another kind of prison.” 🌊 🍊 ⚖️ Joining us today is the creative team of the upcoming mystery thriller Out of Alcatraz from Oni Press. One is the co-creator of critically acclaimed AMC series Halt and Catch Fire, and he is also the writer of series like She Could Fly, Briar, The United States of Captain America, The Mask: I Pledge …

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INTERVIEW: Danny Earls 1:03:17

1M ago1:03:17

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Joining us today is the 2024 Ringo Award winner for ‘Favorite New Talent’ and the artist behind recent projects like DC Horror Presents, Darth Vader: Black, White & Red, DC's Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun, and the ongoing Incredible Hulk series with writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson. It’s our absolute honor to welcome, all the way from The Emerald Isle, …

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(Patreon Preview) The Grid - Episode 150 50:03

2M ago50:03

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This is a preview of our Patreon exclusive show called The Grid. Check this out, along with a bunch of other awesome perks over on Patreon. New episodes every Friday! For episode 150 of The Grid, we give out a Program-exclusive nickname, we catch up with Jason Aaron's TMNT comic run, and we gauge our excitement for Captain America: Brave New World.…

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FROM THE VAULT: Chris Evans, You Beautiful, Rule-Breaking Moth 40:04

2M ago40:04

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Listen, we aren't afraid to admit it: we love Chris Evans. Back in August of 2020 (episode 14), we discussed ALL-THINGS Chris Evans and his many appearances in comic book-related movies! Chris: if you (for some reason) listen to this episode, please come onto our show for an interview. We promise we aren't weird. Follow us on Instagram Follow us on…

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FROM THE VAULT: Rhylee Passfield 21:06

2M ago21:06

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Back in October of 2021 (episode 55), TikTok star Rhylee Passfield joined us on the show to discuss her "Cursed Cosplay", which are still some of the most creative and hilarious videos on the internet. Rhylee is also an accomplished model, make-up artist, painter, and singer. Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Threads Follow us on BlueSky Like us …

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FROM THE VAULT: Phillip Kennedy Johnson 59:36

2M ago59:36

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Here is a past interview (our first interview) from episode 25 with Eisner-nominated writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson. He came on back in January of 2021 to discuss his upcoming runs on both Aliens and Superman. Don't judge us too hard on this one--as we said, first interview ever here on The Oblivion Bar Podcast! He is also the writer of Marvel's He…

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2024 Last Call Awards 1:28:34

3M ago1:28:34

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It is ✨ AWARD SEASON ✨ here at The Oblivion Bar! It’s time for our 2024 Last Call Awards 🏆 Join us as we discuss some of our favorite (or least favorite) movies, comics, television series of 2024. You can use the time stamps below to jump to a specific award: Set-Up Sequel of the Year (Best Post-Credit Scene) [6:02] Movie Trailer of the Year [10:22…

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INTERVIEW: John Harris Dunning 51:27

3M ago51:27

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Joining us today is the award-winning writer behind Wiper, Salem Brownstone, Tumult, and Summer Shadows. You’ve also seen his work appear in The Guardian, Esquire, and GQ. He is here today to talk about his upcoming queer horror/crime whodunnit from Dark Horse Comics Ripperland with co-writer Steve Orlando and artist Alessandro Oliveri. It is our p…

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MOVIE REVIEW: Sonic the Hedgehog 3 1:28:18

3M ago1:28:18

1:28:18

"Gotta go fast!" 💨 News and Notes (10:30) This week, we spending our entire News and Notes segment discussing the brand new teaser trailer for James Gunn and DC Studios' Superman! Main Topic (36:42) For our main topic, we review the third film in the Paramount-led live-action adaptation of the popular Sega character: Sonic the Hedgehog 3! Sonic, Kn…

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INTERVIEW: John J. Pearson & Michael W. Conrad 56:39

3M ago56:39

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Joining us today is the creative team of the upcoming sci-fi thriller In Bloom through BOOM! Studios. “43% of the cells within a healthy human body belong to something other than the human host. Microbiomes, invasive bacteria, fungal and viral agents, and something else. Something… more.” One is the writer of Wonder Woman and Batgirls over at DC Co…

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MOVIE REVIEW: Kraven the Hunter 1:03:55

3M ago1:03:55

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"The man who kills a legend becomes the legend.” 🦁⚔️ News and Notes (7:56) This week, we discuss Chris Evans' role in Avengers: Doomsday, Mike Flanagan's Clayface script gets an official greenlight at DC Studios, and Sony Pictures pulls the plug on Spider-Man Universe spinoffs after Kraven the Hunter... Main Topic (19:08) For our main topic, we rev…

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INTERVIEW: Michael Schwartz 50:46

3M ago50:46

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Joining us today is the screenwriter of the 2017 Netflix animated film Gnome Alone and the 2023 adaptation of R.L. Stine's Zombie Town for Hulu. He is also the creator slash writer of the all-ages supernatural comic series Armored with artist Ismael Hernández. It is our pleasure to welcome Michael Schwartz onto The Oblivion Bar Podcast! ARMORED 1/2…

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Most Anticipated Films of 2025 1:58:44

3M ago1:58:44

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In this episode, we unveil our Most Anticipated Films of 2025 🍿 From superhero blockbusters like Captain America: Brave New World and Fantastic Four: First Steps, to the thrilling conclusion of Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning and the magical sequel Wicked. Join us as we explore the hottest upcoming film releases, share our predictions, and deba…

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MOVIE REVIEW: Gladiator II & Wicked: Part One 1:29:03

4M ago1:29:03

1:29:03

"Are people born wicked? Or do they have wickedness thrust upon them?" ⚔️ 💚 🩷 This week on The Oblivion Bar Podcast, it's double feature time! We review both Gladiator II and Wicked: Part One! Gladiator II Review (3:51) After his home is conquered by the tyrannical emperors who now lead Rome, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum and must look to…

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INTERVIEW: Rachta Lin 34:51

4M ago34:51

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Joining us for a bonus conversation is the superstar singaporean comic book artist who has worked for Blizzard Entertainment, Magic the Gathering, Dynamite Comics, and DC Comics. She is also the creator of the upcoming manga The Wonderverse Saga, which tells the dark tale of Phynnix, a 'subhuman' born in an oppressive world where 'superhumans' are …

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2024 Comic Creators Fantasy Draft w/ Badr (The Short Box) & Greg (First Issue Club) 1:40:23

4M ago1:40:23

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This week on The Oblivion Bar Podcast, we are bringing back a fan-favorite segment: our Comic Creator Fantasy Draft 🏆 For this draft, we are joined by ⅓ of the Kansas City-based comic book podcast First Issue Club and President of your local Muppets fan club: Greg Lickteig! In the other seat is one of the true trailblazers in the comic book podcast…

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SERIES REVIEW: The Penguin 1:27:31

4M ago1:27:31

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“Can you imagine? To be remembered like that?” 🐧💧 News and Notes (7:57) This week, we discuss George R.R. Martin teasing a new project with Maisie Williams, Sophie Turner set to play Lara Croft in the live-action TOMB RAIDER series, and the Green Lantern John Stewart receives his own bronze statue in Burbank, CA. Main Topic (25:25) For our main top…

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SERIES REVIEW: Agatha All Along 1:10:12

5M ago1:10:12

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*Queues up The Ballad of The Witches’ Road on repeat* 🧙‍♀️🔮 News and Notes (4:45) This week, we discuss Keanu Reeves doing "extensive research" on Shadow for Sonic 3 to create a "faithful version" of the character, the live-action Gundam movie set to be directed by Sweet Tooth showrunner Jim Mickle, and we got a new trailer for Star Wars: Skelton C…

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(Patreon Preview) The Grid - Episode 140 49:29

5M ago49:29

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This is a preview of our Patreon exclusive show called The Grid. Check this out, along with a bunch of other awesome perks over on Patreon. New episodes every Friday! For episode 140 of The Grid, we discuss Frieren: Beyond Journey's End and Wild Nature, our schedule for the rest of the year, we premiere a new segment, and we give our quick thoughts…

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2024 Halloween Special: Shaun of the Dead (2004) 49:43

5M ago49:43

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Hello Pickle! For our 2024 Halloween Special, we are discussing the first entry in The Cornetto Trilogy: Shaun of the Dead! Directed by Edgar Wright and starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost, Shaun of the Dead is a rom-zom-com that centers around the uneventful, aimless lives of a London electronics salesman and his lumpy roommate. Nothing seems to be…

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INTERVIEW: David Weiner 1:00:58

5M ago1:00:58

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Joining us on the show is the acclaimed documentary filmmaker of In Search of Darkness Part 1, 2, and 3 and In Search of Tomorrow, which are both extended, deep-dive explorations of 1980’s Horror and Action/Sci-Fi through the lens of the actors, directors, and crew that worked on those iconic films. Now, he is taking us into the early 90’s with In …

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NYCC ‘24 INTERVIEW-A-THON: Joey Esposito & Sean Von Gorman 56:48

5M ago56:48

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Joining us today is the creative team of Magma Comix comic series The Pedestrian. Behold, The Pedestrian! A strange visitor speedwalks into Summer City and silently changes the lives of its residents. But not all is quiet in this sleepy, small town—an ancient conflict linked to the secret history of street signs is brewing! DON’T WALK... RUN! In Th…

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NYCC ‘24 INTERVIEW-A-THON: Griffin Sheridan & Ethan Parker 1:24:08

5M ago1:24:08

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Joining us today are the Eisner-nominated co-writers of the Image Comics series Kill Your Darlings with artist Bob Quinn and Letterer John J. Hill. It is our pleasure to welcome both Griffin Sheridan & Ethan S. Parker BACK onto The Oblivion Bar Podcast! Previous Appearances on the Show By Griffin & Ethan: INTERVIEW: Ethan Parker, Griffin Sheridan, …

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NYCC '24 INTERVIEW-A-THON: Comic Book Couples Counseling 1:13:44

5M ago1:13:44

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Joining us is the GREATEST couple in comics and some of our best buds in the podcasting world--Lisa and Brad Gullickson of The Comic Book Couples Counseling join Chris to discuss their Kickstarter comic cookbook Pots & Panels: A Comic Book Anthology and Cookbook. Support Pots and Panels HERE! POTS & PANELS is a softcover collection of fifty short c…

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NYCC ‘24 INTERVIEW-A-THON: Sweeney Boo & Soo Lee 50:41

5M ago50:41

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Joining us today are two of the most exciting double-threat comic creators working today! One is the comic creator behind titles like Dynamite’s Cruella De Vil miniseries with artist Miriana Puglia, the ongoing Harley Quinn series with writer Tini Howard, Eat, & Love Yourself, and the witchy OGN Over My Dead Body. The other is the comic creator of …

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NYCC '24 INTERVIEW-A-THON: Michael Dialynas 1:17:18

5M ago1:17:18

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Joining us today is the Eisner-nominated and GLAAD award-winning co-creator and illustrator of titles like The Woods and Wynd with frequent collaborator James Tynion IV. He is also the sole creator of the BOOM! Box hit ZAWA + The Belly of the Beast–which tells the story of a group of friends who help an elusive mountain guardian rediscover her purp…

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INTERVIEW: Brian K. Vaughan 1:13:14

8M ago1:13:14

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Joining us this week on the show is the 14-time Eisner-award-winning writer of titles like Y: The Last Man, Ex Machina, Runaways, The Private Eye, Pride of Baghdad, Paper Girls, Spectators over on Substack, & Saga. It is our pleasure to welcome Brian K. Vaughan onto The Oblivion Bar Podcast! Follow us on Instagram Follow us on Threads Follow us on …

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INTERVIEW: Jordan Morris 33:37

8M ago33:37

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Joining us this week is the comedian, podcaster, and author of titles like the Eisner-nominated OGN ‘Bubble’ with co-writer Sarah Morgan and artist Tony Cliff. He also co-hosts the hilarious conversation podcast Jordan, Jesse, Go! and Free With Ads, the movie talk show that highlights some of your favorite C through F movies throughout history. He’…

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INTERVIEW: Christian Ward 1:24:19

8M ago1:24:19

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Joining us this week on the show is the 3x Eisner-winning comic book creator behind titles like Aquaman: Andromeda, ODY-C, Invisible Kingdom, Black Bolt, Blood-Stained Teeth, Batman: City of Madness, & Spectregraph. This is also his FIFTH time on the show, continuing to build his lead as the most-visited guest in Oblivion Bar history. It is our hon…

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INTERVIEW: Massive Publishing 49:47

8M ago49:47

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Joining us this week are 2/3 of the founding fathers behind the comic publisher of titles like Wesley Snipes’ The Exiled, Astrobots, Quested, Liquid Kill, Sean Gordon Murphy’s The Plot Holes, Alpha Betas, Ninja Funk, the upcoming Eye-Lie Popeye, & so many many more. It is our pleasure to welcome Massive Publishing co-founders Michael Calero & Kevin…

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MOVIE REVIEW: Longlegs w/ Nick DiNizio 2:18:58

9M ago2:18:58

2:18:58

"Oh, there she is. The birthday girl..." News and Notes [Sponsored by Omnibus] (10:08) Our entire News and Notes segment will be dedicated to us hopping on the TRAILER TRAIN CHOOO CHOOOO 🚂 💨 we discuss briefly SMILE 2, WE LIVE IN TIME, HERETIC, THE FRONT ROOM, THE PENGUIN, NOSFERATU, AFRAID, and VENOM: THE LAST DANCE. Then, we go in-depth with GLAD…

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INTERVIEW: Kyle Starks & Ryan Browne 1:03:57

9M ago1:03:57

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Joining us this week on the show are the creators of comic titles like Where Monsters Lie, Curse Words, Sex Castle, God Hates Astronauts, Peacemaker Tries Hard, Eight Billion Genies, & Karate Prom. Together, they are the hilarious creative team of the upcoming Minor Threats spin-off BARFLY, which tells the story of the humanoid mutant fly Shiteater…

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COMIC SPOTLIGHT: Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe 1:01:30

9M ago1:01:30

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News and Notes [Sponsored by Omnibus] (6:06) For our news and notes segment, Aaron and Chris discuss the comic book community calling out DC Comics cover artist FRANCESCO MATTINA for alleged use of AI, we got our first teaser trailer for DC's two-part animated WATCHMEN film, and Marvel Studios' DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE is tracking for a $200 million op…

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INTERVIEW: Frank Martin 33:31

9M ago33:31

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Joining us this week for a bonus conversation is the writer of comics series like Grimm Space and his upcoming project the 4th Wallflower -- as well as YA Science Fiction novels like The Dark Destiny series, Mountain Sickness, Ordinary Monsters, and Oscawana. It is our pleasure to welcome Frank Martin onto The Oblivion Bar Podcast! Follow us on Ins…

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MIDNIGHT REWIND: Paprika (2006) 58:49

10M ago58:49

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“In a world of inhumane reality, dreams are the only humane sanctuary left.” We are back with another MIDNIGHT REWIND episode, a new segment on the show wherein we celebrate our favorite anime classics! Good, bad, or indifferent, this is just an excuse for us to celebrate Japanese animation. This week, we are discussing the 2006 anime classic from …

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(Patreon Preview) The Grid - Episode 130 1:14:55

10M ago1:14:55

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This is a preview of our Patreon exclusive show called THE GRID. Check this out, along with a bunch of other awesome perks over on Patreon. New episodes every Friday! For episode 130 of The Grid, Aaron and Chris give out another nickname to one of The Programs and we show off and discuss ALL of the original art that we own. Follow us on Instagram F…

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INTERVIEW: David Pepose 1:17:09

10M ago1:17:09

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Joining us this week on the show is the former crime reporter turned Ringo-award-winning comic book writer behind titles like Punisher: The Bullet That Follows, Moon Knight: City of the Dead, Savage Avengers, The Devil That Wears My Face, and many more. Recently, he has reinvented the classic Hanna-Barbera intergalactic crime fighter Space Ghost ov…

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INTERVIEW: David M. Booher & Drew Zucker 39:53

10M ago39:53

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Joining us this week for a bonus conversation is the creative team of Canto – the hit fantasy comic series that tells the tale of a tiny clockwork hero on a quest to save his kind from the dreaded Shrouded Man, while meeting friends and other foes along the way! These two fine gentlemen are here to celebrate the release of the next chapter in the C…

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INTERVIEW: Michael Avon Oeming 59:39

10M ago59:39

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Joining us this week on the show is the Eisner and Harvey-Award-winning comic book creator of titles like The Mice Templar with Brian Glass at Image Comics, Thor: Blood Oath with artist Scott Kolins over at Marvel, he is the sole creator of The Victories and is working with James Tynion IV on Blue Book over at Dark Horse Comics, and has frequently …

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MOVIE REVIEW: Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga 1:24:10

10M ago1:24:10

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“The question is: d’yah have it yah to make it epic?” 🧸 🦾 News and Notes [Sponsored by Omnibus] (6:47) For our news and notes segment, Aaron and Chris discuss Jeffrey Wright joining the season 2 cast of THE LAST OF US, Greg Capullo teams up with Jonathan Hickman for new WOLVERINE: REVENGE limited series, and GODZILLA X KONG director Adam Wingard wi…

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SERIES REVIEW: X-Men ‘97 w/ Badr Milligan (The Short Box) Part Two 1:21:41

10M ago1:21:41

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For part two of our X-Men '97 review, our good friend and host of the excellent comic book talk show The Short Box Podcast, Badr Milligan is back to help us cover and discuss the revitalization of the classic Marvel animated series from the 90s! The series begins one year after the loss of Professor Charles Xavier during the original series finale.…

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SERIES REVIEW: X-Men ‘97 w/ Badr Milligan (The Short Box) Part One 59:41

10M ago59:41

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"Blood is blood. Family is a choice." ❌ News and Notes [Sponsored by Omnibus] (12:01) This week on the show, we are joined by our good friend and host of the excellent comic book talk show The Short Box Podcast -- Badr Milligan joins us this week! For our news and notes segment, the crew discusses Marvel reportedly has greenlit Hawkeye: Season 2, w…

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INTERVIEW: Amy Jo Johnson (Live From C2E2) 48:01

11M ago48:01

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Joining us this week on the show is the original teenager with an attitude Kimberly Hart AKA the Pink Ranger from Mighty Morphin Power Rangers. She also starred in films like the Disney Channel original movie Susie Q, the hit show Felicity as Julie Emerick, and Constable Callaghan on Flashpoint. More recently, she has teamed up with her co-writer M…

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