Danny and Derek welcome back AP mega-guest Spencer Ackerman, author of the Forever Wars newsletter and soon-to-be-published issues of Marvel Comics’ Iron Man. The group explores Spencer’s inspiration to pursue more work in the world of comic books, writing for a character who is a defense contractor, bringing left-wing messaging into the medium, the sand box of Marvel Comics vs. the behemoth of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, plus Spencer’s impressions on some major current events. NOTE: This interview was recorded on 8/30/24, prior to reports that the Israeli military had recovered the bodies of six hostages inside Gaza. Click hear to learn how to pre-order Iron Man & get free merch! More of Spencer’s work: The graphic novel Waller vs. Wildstorm Forever Wars newsletter  His book Reign of Terror  Further Reading: Annie Nocenti, journalist, writer, editor and filmmaker Six Stops on the National Security Tour by Miriam Pemberton