Episodes
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Published 10/16/20
Published 10/16/20
Drawn & Paneled is going on an indefinite hiatus. In this special episode, George and Jon talk about the reason for the change, the history of the show, and what the future holds. We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s, and early ’90s. Now we have rekindled our passion for the ink and paper medium of our childhood through the emerging market of indie comics. In this podcast, we bring you the news,...
Published 09/25/19
Today’s Back Issue has Rachel and George web crawling all over the 1st appearance of everyone’s favorite Spidey foe, Venom, in The Amazing Spider-Man #298-#300! Join us as we discuss Spider-Man, MJ, Chance, Carlton Drake, and of course Venom! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s, and early ’90s. Now we have rekindled our passion for the ink and paper medium of our childhood through the emerging market...
Published 09/18/19
In this week’s episode we talk about a possible African-American Batman, the independent comic, “The Vigis”, and have an interview with its co-creator and writer C. Matthew Foote! Plus many more items in our round table discussions! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s and early ’90s. Now we have rekindled our passion for the ink and paper medium of our childhood through the emerging market of indie...
Published 09/11/19
Today’s Back Issue has the team digging in on the 1st solo adventure of the most rabid Marvel hero of all time in Wolverine Volume 1 #1! Join us as we discuss Wolverine, Mariko, and Lord Shingen in this very controversial issue. We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s, and early ’90s. Now we have rekindled our passion for the ink and paper medium of our childhood through the emerging market of indie...
Published 09/04/19
Today we’re kicking things off with news on the new WandaVision MCU show before we get into some Spidey friends, and then finishing up with the big let down, no more Spiderman in the MCU. Scout Comics author Alex Banchitta joins us for our interview segment this week. Then we jump right into the Round Table with his book Headless #1 followed by IDW’s Gears Of War Pop #1, and finally, we take a look at Pretty Violent #1 from Image! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our...
Published 08/28/19
Today’s Back Issue has the team digging in on the 1st appearance of the rock band KISS in Marvel’s Howard The Duck #13?!?! Join us as we discuss Howard, Starchild, The Demon, Spaceman, and Catman in this very unusual issue. We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s, and early ’90s. Now we have rekindled our passion for the ink and paper medium of our childhood through the emerging market of indie comics....
Published 08/21/19
Today we’re kicking things off with news about how a teacher is using comics to help educate students, DC Comics is asking people to destroy two of their most popular titles, and a massive Silver Age auction. Boom Studios author Sina Grace joins us for our interview segment this week. Then we jump right into the Round Table with his book Ghosted In LA #2 followed by Dark Horse’s Berserker Unbound #1, and finally we take a look at Shades Of Magic #1 from Titan! We’re Generation X’ers who...
Published 08/14/19
Today’s Back Issue has the team digging in on the 1st appearance of Prince Adam AKA He-Man in DC Comics Presents #47. Join us as we discuss, He-Man, Skeletor, and Superman as they battle it out in front of Castle Greyskull! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s, and early ’90s. Now we have rekindled our passion for the ink and paper medium of our childhood through the emerging market of indie comics....
Published 08/07/19
Today we’re kicking things off with news about the new MCU Lady Thor and how the MCU is affecting your Local Comic Shop. Indie creator Caleb Palmquist joins us for our interview segment this week. Then we jump right into the Round Table with his book A Small Favor followed by IDW’s Transformers/Ghostbusters #1, and finally, we return for round 2 of Alienox! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s and...
Published 07/31/19
Today’s Back Issue has the team digging in deep on everyone’s favorite power steeling mutant, Rogue, with her 1st appearance ever in The Avengers Annual #10! We talk all about Chris Claremont and the creative team behind the story as well as the characters themselves. Hold on to your seats and abilities, it’s ROGUE TIME! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s, and early ’90s. Now we have rekindled our...
Published 07/24/19
Current events two weeks in a row?!? That’s right and we’re kicking things off with news about a new female ninja turtle and some inside info on the new Joker film. Indie creator Alberto Dearmas joins us for our interview segment this week. Then we jump right into the Round Table with his book Alienox #1 followed by Black Hammer/Justice League: Hammer of Justice #1, and finally one we’ve been looking forward to for a long time The Orville: New Beginnings #1. We’re Generation X’ers who spent...
Published 07/17/19
After an extended trip to the past, we’re back with news and comics! Listener feedback provides us with news on DC ending the Vertigo line. We also discuss What’s Happening with the finale of the Walking Dead comic, Sandman heading to Netflix, and our thoughts on Spider-man Far From Home. In our Hot Seat Interview, we chat with Stabbity Bunny Editor/Podcaster Wayne Hall. The Round Table brings us Canto #1, Stabbity Ever After #1 and Postal Deliverance #1. We’re Generation X’ers who spent a...
Published 07/10/19
Your patience has paid off! We have finally made it to the main event, New Teen Titans: The Judas Contract. We dive deep into Tales of the New Teen Titans #42, 43, 44 and Annual #3. George fills in the gaps on all of the Titan’s history. As usual, Jon asks a lot of questions. Sit back and enjoy an episode with action, intrigue, and betrayal. We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s, and early ’90s. Now we...
Published 07/03/19
Yeah, we know this episode was supposed to be about The Judas Contract but George decided he wanted to talk about two key issues that set the stage for the story. That means today we’re talking about New Teen Titans Issues #2 & #34. We dive deep into Deathstroke The Terminator’s rage against the Titans and his plan to destroy them from within! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s, and early ’90s....
Published 06/26/19
Today we discuss What’s Happening with a new digital comic service, DC comics used in a smuggling ring, and the final season of a Marvel/Netflix series. In our Hot Seat Interview, we chat with comic creator Paul Constant. The Round Table brings us Amber Blake #3, Cat & Mouse vol 2 #1 and Planet of Nerds #3. Has Jon finally found a comic he’s super passionate about? Tune in to find out! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics...
Published 06/19/19
Today we dive in deep to the 90’s classic, Savage Dragon #1.  The guys marvel at the colorful names and extravagant use of sound effects. We do our best to dissect this issue and discuss some merits found within the pages. This is the place to start for Erik Larsen’s long-running series. Hold on tight, things get savage! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s, and early ’90s. Now we have rekindled our...
Published 06/12/19
Today we discuss What’s Happening with a sparkingly addition to Batman, a comic shop looking for help, and the controversy surrounding The Mall. In our Hot Seat Interview we chat with comic creator, Roland Mann. The Round Table brings us Stranger Things: Six #1, Oliver #1 and Assassin Nation #3. Join us for this action-packed episode! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s and early ’90s. Now we have...
Published 06/05/19
Today, we focus on a character and not just any character, Jean Grey aka Marvel Girl/Phoenix/Dark Phoenix.  The guys go way back to her first appearance in X-men #1 from 1963 and onward from there. George and Jason do their best to explain Jean and the Phoenix to Jon who has a lot of questions. If you think we’re discussing just comics, think again! This character has an extensive history in film and TV which we’re not afraid to tackle. We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our...
Published 05/29/19
First up in the podcast is a brief Megacon report just before we dive into What’s Happening with two upcoming comic-inspired shows, the casting rumors for Batman and Netflix’s new deal with Dark Horse comics. In the Round Table, we discuss Wolverine the Long Night #1, Excellence #1 and Last Stop on the Red Line #1. Join us for this action-packed episode! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s and early...
Published 05/22/19
Today, we discuss the 1986 mini-series; Superman: The Man of Steel from DC Comics.  George, Jason & Jon reminisce about their favorite versions of Superman and then take a deep dive into the series that retold the Man of Steel’s origin in a post Crisis on Infinite Earths world. Everything is on the table from Clark Kent’s shaving habits to Lois Lane’s mean streak, even Lex Luthor’s creepiness. If you’re a fan of Superman then look no further! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large...
Published 05/15/19
Today, we discuss What’s Happening with Free Comic Book Day, comic book shop visits & Ghost Rider. Then the crew interviews Comic Creator/Film Producer Don Handfield before jumping into our Round Table, where we discuss Midnight Sky, The Dark Age, Dick Tracy Forever, and Ascender. BUT WAIT … today we have a 2nd Hot Seat Interview with Scout Comics Publisher James Pruett. Join us for all the fun in this massive Free Comic Book Day special podcast! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large...
Published 05/08/19
Today, the guys discuss Infinity War from Marvel Comics.  Attempting to dive deep into the plethora of characters in this book, we do our best to talk about everyone from Chrome Flash (the Magus), Pip the Troll and everyone’s favorite Mad Titan, Thanos. Is this a worthy follow up to the Infinity Gauntlet and is it suitable for people who have no prior history of Marvel Comics? The only way to find out is to click play True Believers! We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our...
Published 05/01/19
Today, we discuss What’s Happening with Swamp Thing, the Avengers’ dilemma in Russia, Spidey’s new suit, and Wolverine’s upcoming showdown with Blade. In the Hot Seat Interview, we talk to Mad Cave Studio CEO, Mark London. Finally, in the Round Table, we discuss Battlecats volume 2 #1, Amber Blake, and Hit Girl Season 2. We’re Generation X’ers who spent a large portion of our formative years immersed in the world of comics from the late ’70s, ’80s and early ’90s. Now we have rekindled our...
Published 04/24/19