(Recorded July 12, 2018) In our final episode, Brian and Jack get to close things out with an exclusive in-depth “exit interview” (or is that exit Gwenterview?) with Spider-Gwen’s writer and co-creator Jason Latour! In a conversation that mirrors the spirit of the book, we dig into some big ideas while simultaneously going in all kinds of directions. We talk about Spider-Gwen’s spirit of risk, the power of consequence, and how the series continually defied expectations as part of a unique...

(Recorded July 7, 2018) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! This is it! Brian and Jack reflect on the passing of Gwen’s co-creator Steve Ditko, consider the latest casting announcement for the Spider-Verse film, and take a closer look at Spider-Gwen #34, reflecting on how the series finale ties its themes together with a layered heart-to-heart between our hero and *her* hero. * 0:00 – Intro; Steve Ditko; Spider-Verse movie casting news * 7:35 – Spider-Gwen #34 –...

(Recorded June 24, 2018) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, it seems to be darkest before the dawn as Brian and Jack take a closer look at the harsh and risky penultimate chapter of the saga in Spider-Gwen #33. * 0:00 – Intro; Catching up with recent Miles and Gwen-related news. What the movie could mean for other Spider-Heroes. New stuff to pick up and new titles on the way from the creative team! * 15:17 – Spider-Gwen #33 – Harsh, relentless,...

(Recorded June 3 and June 7, 2018) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack ponder honesty vs. truth as the confrontation with the Kingpin comes to a head in the complex and stunning Spider-Gwen #32. We also catch up with Miles’ recent appearances in other titles and OHMYGODDIDYOUSEETHESPIDERVERSETRAILER?!?!?!?!? * 0:00 – Intro; Catching up with Miles’ recent and upcoming appearances, plus… * 7:09 – Into The Spider-Verse trailer...

(Recorded May 6, 2018) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack  are joined by Superior Spider-Talk‘s Dan Gvozden to discuss the surprising series finale that is Spider-Man #240. We share your thoughts and reflections on Miles’ series, and we have a major announcement about the future of the podcast. All kinds of feelings in this episode! * 0:00 – Flashback: Bendis on Miles’ first true villain. * 1:53 – Intro; Welcome back, Dan! *...

(Recorded April 29, 2018) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack try to unpack a particularly complicated chapter in Spider-Gwen #31. Plus, some major news about the series. * 0:00 – Intro; Sad but true: The end of Spider-Gwen (for now). * 3:55 – Spider-Gwen #31 – Unpacking the pieces of a complex puzzle. Owning your destiny and the true link between Gwen 617 and Gwen 65. Change can be scary, but it can also be worthwhile. Commentary...

(Recorded April 7, 2018) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack take a closer look at the chaotic penultimate issue of Bendis’ run in Spider-Man #239. Plus, we discuss the news that the Ultimate Universe is returning! * 0:00 – Intro; Wait, the Ultimate Universe is really coming back? How things could be different this time. * 5:24 – Spider-Man #239 – Mask on, Mask off. Dialogue disaster. Squandered Sandman. So many strands of this...

(Recorded March 24, 2018) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack address the latest rumors about Miles’ future and then take a closer look at Spider-Gwen #30, which kicks off a new arc called “The Life of Gwen Stacy”! * 0:00 – Intro. Miles isn’t going anywhere, don’t worry. * 5:03 – Spider-Gwen #30 – The Life of Gwen Stacy. The beginning of the end? Robbi’s Romita and having fun with the past. A different kind of team-up. A story...

(Recorded March 11, 2018) Haven’t read them yet? Pick up these issues today at Comixology! Spider-Gwen #29 and Spider-Man #238 In this episode, Brian and Jack take a closer look as all hell breaks loose for Gwen and her arch-enemy in Spider-Gwen #29! Then the Sinister Six *FINALLY* puts their plan into action in Spider-Man #238! * 0:00 – Intro. Spider-Man colorist Justin Ponsor needs our help! * 4:47 – Spider-Gwen #29 – Two guys discuss a story about two guys discussing a story about...

(Recorded February 10, 2018) Haven’t read them yet? Pick up these issues today at Comixology! Spider-Gwen #28 and Spider-Man #237 We’re back! In this bumper episode, Brian and Jack get into all kinds of truth as we discover the origin of our favorite villain The Kingpin in Spider-Gwen #28! Then it’s a family affair as things get complicated for Miles in Spider-Man #237. We’ll also share some of your listener feedback and check in with the news about what’s next for Miles’ *other* series,...

(Recorded January 7, 2018) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack begin the countdown of Bendis’ final issues and look at the explosive confrontations in Spider-Man #236. Plus, we catch up on the rumor that Miles may no longer be Spider-Man and share your feedback on this development and the latest chapter! * 0:00 – Intro; Miles has a new name? Our take (and yours!) on “Spy-D”. * 6:31 – Spider-Man #236 – Three issues into the arc:...

(Recorded December 28, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack take a look at Part 5 of Spider-Men II, a miniseries that managed to hit some high notes despite falling short of its potential. We discuss the surprises (good and not so great) in a finale that we found to be an ultimately frustrating one.  Plus, your feedback on this issue and what could be next for Miles! * 0:00 – Intro * 2:51 – Spider-Men II #5 – The long-awaited...

(Recorded December 23, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack welcome Superior Spider-Talk’s Jaleh Najafali back to the show to discuss a noir-style turn for the Gwenom arc and its implications for our hero and her family in Spider-Gwen #27! 0:00 – Intro 2:28 – Spider-Gwen #27 – Guest artists […]

(Recorded December 9 and 10, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Jack and Brian look at the Sinister Six closing in while things take an unexpected turn for Miles in Spider-Man #235! Plus, movie news for both Miles *and* Gwen (including a breaking news update to react to […]

(Recorded December 2, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian welcomes back The Marvel Report’s Breeze Riley to discuss the Gwenom arc’s themes of love and loneliness in Spider-Gwen #26! 0:00 – A brief but important PSA. 1:31 – Intro 5:14 – Spider-Gwen #26 – A surprising turn from […]

(Recorded November 18, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack are joined by Black Nerd Problems’ Omar Holmon and Amazing Spider-Talk’s Dan Gvozden to process the news that Miles’ creator Brian Michael Bendis is moving on from the book and Marvel Comics altogether. What happens […]

(Recorded November 4, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Jack and Brian take a look at the drama and surprises in Spider-Man #234! Lots of plot points to keep track of, but is everything balanced successfully? Plus, your listener feedback and a chance to win a digital copy […]

(Recorded October 29, 2017) In this special bonus episode, Brian and Jack got some time to catch up with Spider-Gwen artist and co-creator (and good friend of our show) ROBBI RODRIGUEZ to take a closer “creator commentary” look at the long road to the current Gwenom arc, its themes of burden, loss, and loneliness, and what […]

(Recorded October 21, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! Brian and Jack welcome Superior Spider-Talk’s Jaleh Najafali back to the show to discuss the long awaited debut of the Gwenom arc in Spider-Gwen #25! 0:00 – Intro – Welcome back, Jaleh! 2:50 – Spider-Gwen #25 – This long awaited issue skillfully balances darkness […]

(Recorded October 8, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! Miles’ Japanese adventure concludes and Jack and Brian consider what it means for the future as they discuss the spectacular Spider-Man #21! 0:00 – Intro 1:44 – Spider-Man #21 – The cover needs to be an animated series. Things heat up for Miles […]

(Recorded October 1, 2017) Haven’t read them yet? Pick up these issues today at Comixology! Spider-Men II #3 and Generations: The Spiders In this episode, Jack and Brian welcome back Superior Spider-Talk‘s Dan Gvozden for an extended episode as we travel back in time with one version of Miles in Part 3 of Spider-Men II and another […]

(Recorded September 30, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack welcome The Marvel Report’s Breeze Riley to discuss the long-awaited arrival of GWENOM in the conclusion of the Predators arc in Spider-Gwen #24! 0:00 – Intro: Welcoming Breezex 2:56 – Spider-Gwen #24 – A left turn […]

(Recorded September 10, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack catch up with an unusual turn of events for Miles as he heads to Japan in Spider-Man #20! 0:00 – Intro: Slight confusion over the cover story. 2:56 – Spider-Man #20 – Taking a vacation; A […]

(Recorded September 2, 2017) Haven’t read it yet? Pick up this issue  today at Comixology! In this episode, Brian and Jack take a break from the “Predators” arc and check out a night in the life of Spider-Gwen’s band The Mary Janes, as they take the spotlight in Spider-Gwen #23! 0:00 – Intro 2:08 – Spider-Gwen […]