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300–Crisis on Infinite Earths by Wolfman&Perez (w/ Lan Pitts, Raven Smith, Matt Hamm, Freddie Yeti,&Andrew Bloom) from 2021-12-07T04:03:15
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are joined by a cavalcade of multiversal guests to discuss Crisis on Infinite Earths! They talk about its importance in the landscape of comics, the multitude of...
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300 – Crisis on Infinite Earths by Wolfman&Perez (w/ Lan Pitts, Raven Smith, Matt Hamm, Freddie Yeti,&Andrew Bloom) from 2021-12-06T22:03:15
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are joined by a cavalcade of multiversal guests to discuss Crisis on Infinite Earths! They talk about its importance in the landscape of comics, the multitude of...
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299–The Underwater Welder by Jeff Lemire from 2021-10-26T02:17
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about The Underwater Welder this week! They touch on Lemire’s grotesque but perfect art, themes of fatherhood, and about comics as literature. They also rev...
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299 – The Underwater Welder by Jeff Lemire from 2021-10-25T20:17
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about The Underwater Welder this week! They touch on Lemire’s grotesque but perfect art, themes of fatherhood, and about comics as literature. They also rev...
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298–Punisher Epic Collection Vol 1 from 2021-10-12T13:02:15
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about The Punisher in this week’s episode! They talk about what the character is, the bizarre variety of villains, and contrast him with Daredevil! They als...
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298 – Punisher Epic Collection Vol 1 from 2021-10-12T07:02:15
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about The Punisher in this week’s episode! They talk about what the character is, the bizarre variety of villains, and contrast him with Daredevil! They als...
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297–Rorschach by King&Fornes from 2021-09-28T03:14:25
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie discuss Rorschach by Tom King and Jorge Fornes this week! They talk about the themes of radicalization, the analogues to real life people, and its connection to ...
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297 – Rorschach by King&Fornes from 2021-09-27T21:14:25
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie discuss Rorschach by Tom King and Jorge Fornes this week! They talk about the themes of radicalization, the analogues to real life people, and its connection to ...
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296–God Loves, Man Kills by Claremont&Anderson from 2021-09-14T01:08:22
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the seminal X-Men graphic novel this week! They talk about the prevalence of social issues in comics, if the X-Men are still equipped to handle...
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296 – God Loves, Man Kills by Claremont&Anderson from 2021-09-13T19:08:22
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the seminal X-Men graphic novel this week! They talk about the prevalence of social issues in comics, if the X-Men are still equipped to handle...
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295–The Way of the Househusband Vol 1-5 by Kousuke Oono from 2021-08-24T00:47:12
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about The Way of the Househusband this week! They talk about the incredible gags, the juxtaposition of a former yakuza in domestic situations, and the great...
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295 – The Way of the Househusband Vol 1-5 by Kousuke Oono from 2021-08-23T18:47:12
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about The Way of the Househusband this week! They talk about the incredible gags, the juxtaposition of a former yakuza in domestic situations, and the great...
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294–Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters by Mike Grell from 2021-08-09T23:29:16
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about The Longbow Hunters this week! They talk about Grell’s nostalgic art, the place it has in the changes in the comic landscape, and its thoughtful natur...
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294 – Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters by Mike Grell from 2021-08-09T17:29:16
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about The Longbow Hunters this week! They talk about Grell’s nostalgic art, the place it has in the changes in the comic landscape, and its thoughtful natur...
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293–1963 by Moore, Veitch,&Bissette from 2021-07-27T01:48:22
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about 1963 this week! Not the year, but the comic book! They talk about Moore’s penchant for deconstruction, the influence he’s had on comics, and wh...
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293 – 1963 by Moore, Veitch,&Bissette from 2021-07-26T19:48:22
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about 1963 this week! Not the year, but the comic book! They talk about Moore’s penchant for deconstruction, the influence he’s had on comics, and wh...
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292–Die Vol 1-3 by Gillen&Hans from 2021-07-13T01:09
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Die this week! They discuss the incredible cast of characters, the definition of an auteur, and Gillen’s place among the best writers today. Th...
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292 – Die Vol 1-3 by Gillen&Hans from 2021-07-12T19:09
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Die this week! They discuss the incredible cast of characters, the definition of an auteur, and Gillen’s place among the best writers today. Th...
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291–Ranma 1/2 Vol 1-6 by Rumiko Takahashi from 2021-06-29T01:41:06
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Ranma 1/2 this week! They talk about Takahashi’s excellent art, the balance of tone in the martial arts romantic comedy, and the lovely cast of ch...
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291 – Ranma 1/2 Vol 1-6 by Rumiko Takahashi from 2021-06-28T19:41:06
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Ranma 1/2 this week! They talk about Takahashi’s excellent art, the balance of tone in the martial arts romantic comedy, and the lovely cast of ch...
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290–Aliens: Dead Orbit by James Stokoe from 2021-06-15T01:51:23
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Dead Orbit this week! They talk about Stokoe’s art working within the Alien universe, when time jumps are necessary, and the design of the Xeno...
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290 – Aliens: Dead Orbit by James Stokoe from 2021-06-14T19:51:23
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Dead Orbit this week! They talk about Stokoe’s art working within the Alien universe, when time jumps are necessary, and the design of the Xeno...
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289–Sweet Tooth Vol 1-2 by Jeff Lemire from 2021-05-31T20:19:26
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about Sweet Tooth today! They discuss Lemire’s strange art, the subtle optimism of his post-apocalypse, and its comparison to The Walking Dead. They also re...
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289 – Sweet Tooth Vol 1-2 by Jeff Lemire from 2021-05-31T14:19:26
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about Sweet Tooth today! They discuss Lemire’s strange art, the subtle optimism of his post-apocalypse, and its comparison to The Walking Dead. They also re...
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288–Spider-Man: Life Story by Zdarsky&Bagley from 2021-05-18T02:02:06
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie discuss Spider-Man: Life Story this week! They talk about what if stories, the legacy of Spider-Man, and the Watchmanification of super heroes. They also review ...
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288 – Spider-Man: Life Story by Zdarsky&Bagley from 2021-05-17T20:02:06
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie discuss Spider-Man: Life Story this week! They talk about what if stories, the legacy of Spider-Man, and the Watchmanification of super heroes. They also review ...
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287–Wonder Woman: Dead Earth by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer from 2021-05-04T02:12:34
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the exquisite Wonder Woman: Dead Earth by Daniel Warren Johnson! They talk about his incredible art, if its an essential Wonder Woman story, an...
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287 – Wonder Woman: Dead Earth by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer from 2021-05-03T20:12:34
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the exquisite Wonder Woman: Dead Earth by Daniel Warren Johnson! They talk about his incredible art, if its an essential Wonder Woman story, an...
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286–Captain America Vol 1-4 by Coates, Yu, Kubert, Masters,&Quinn from 2021-04-20T02:07:01
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Captain America this week! They talk about their disappointment, the discontinuity of art, and the lack of a compelling perspective. They also ...
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286 – Captain America Vol 1-4 by Coates, Yu, Kubert, Masters,&Quinn from 2021-04-19T20:07:01
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Captain America this week! They talk about their disappointment, the discontinuity of art, and the lack of a compelling perspective. They also ...
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285–Sentient by Lemire&Walta from 2021-04-06T00:44:28
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Sentient this week. They talk about the absolute gut punch that is the story, the excellence of execution in all aspects, and Walta’s perfect a...
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285 – Sentient by Lemire&Walta from 2021-04-05T18:44:28
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Sentient this week. They talk about the absolute gut punch that is the story, the excellence of execution in all aspects, and Walta’s perfect a...
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284–The Department of Truth Vol 1 by Tynion IV&Simmonds from 2021-03-23T01:23:24
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about The Department of Truth this week! They talk about the prescience of the story, the nuance and maturity of the writing, and the effectiveness o...
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284 – The Department of Truth Vol 1 by Tynion IV&Simmonds from 2021-03-22T19:23:24
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about The Department of Truth this week! They talk about the prescience of the story, the nuance and maturity of the writing, and the effectiveness o...
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283–Kill Six Billion Demons by Abbadon from 2021-03-09T03:04:57
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Kill Six Billion Demons this week! They talk about all its style, the incredible characters, and its usage of form! They also review Infinite F...
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283 – Kill Six Billion Demons by Abbadon from 2021-03-08T21:04:57
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Kill Six Billion Demons this week! They talk about all its style, the incredible characters, and its usage of form! They also review Infinite F...
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282–We Only Find Them When They’re Dead Vol 1 by Ewing&Di Meo from 2021-02-23T02:45:54
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about We Only Find Them When They’re Dead this week! They talk about space gods, style over substance, and disappointment. They also review Eternals ...
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282 – We Only Find Them When They’re Dead Vol 1 by Ewing&Di Meo from 2021-02-22T20:45:54
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about We Only Find Them When They’re Dead this week! They talk about space gods, style over substance, and disappointment. They also review Eternals ...
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281–Incredible Hulk Epic Collection–Future Imperfect by David, Frank,&Perez from 2021-02-09T03:01:55
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Peter David’s The Incredible Hulk today! They discuss what sets it apart from modern superhero comics, touch on the brilliance of Future Imperf...
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281 – Incredible Hulk Epic Collection – Future Imperfect by David, Frank,&Perez from 2021-02-08T21:01:55
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Peter David’s The Incredible Hulk today! They discuss what sets it apart from modern superhero comics, touch on the brilliance of Future Imperf...
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280–Something is Killing the Children Vol 1-2 by Tynion IV&Dell’Edera from 2021-01-20T14:00
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about terrible monsters killing children this week! They discuss the effective construction of a badass lead, the suitably flawed cast, and the gripp...
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280 – Something is Killing the Children Vol 1-2 by Tynion IV&Dell’Edera from 2021-01-20T08:00
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about terrible monsters killing children this week! They discuss the effective construction of a badass lead, the suitably flawed cast, and the gripp...
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279–The Eighth Annual Handsome Boys Comics Hour Handies Awards from 2021-01-05T02:09:25
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are giving out awards for the good, the bad, and the ugly of 2020! They discuss their favorite writers and artists, the confusing choices of the last year, and t...
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279 – The Eighth Annual Handsome Boys Comics Hour Handies Awards from 2021-01-04T20:09:25
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are giving out awards for the good, the bad, and the ugly of 2020! They discuss their favorite writers and artists, the confusing choices of the last year, and t...
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278–New Gods by Jack Kirby from 2020-12-15T02:55:33
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the King this week! They discuss Kirby’s insane art, his incredible impact on comics, and why Eric has turned the corner on him. We also review...
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278 – New Gods by Jack Kirby from 2020-12-14T20:55:33
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the King this week! They discuss Kirby’s insane art, his incredible impact on comics, and why Eric has turned the corner on him. We also review...
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277–New Japan Academy Vol 1 by Hiroku from 2020-12-01T02:18:42
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about New Japan Academy this week! They touch on author appeal, the caricature of the wrestlers, and who exactly the book is for. They also the final...
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277 – New Japan Academy Vol 1 by Hiroku from 2020-11-30T20:18:42
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about New Japan Academy this week! They touch on author appeal, the caricature of the wrestlers, and who exactly the book is for. They also the final...
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276–Maximum Carnage from 2020-11-17T03:31:32
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about Maximum Carnage this week. They talk about 90s comics, the extreme escalation of the massive amount of characters, and the impact its had on comics in...
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276 – Maximum Carnage from 2020-11-16T21:31:32
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about Maximum Carnage this week. They talk about 90s comics, the extreme escalation of the massive amount of characters, and the impact its had on comics in...
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275–Redlands Vol 1-2 by Jordie Bellaire&Vanesa Del Rey from 2020-11-02T20:00
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Redlands this week. They discuss the heavy, heavy topics therein, Del Rey’s art, and the right mindset for engaging with art. They also review ...
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275 – Redlands Vol 1-2 by Jordie Bellaire&Vanesa Del Rey from 2020-11-02T14:00
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Redlands this week. They discuss the heavy, heavy topics therein, Del Rey’s art, and the right mindset for engaging with art. They also review ...
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274–Dr. Slump by Akira Toriyama from 2020-10-20T02:09:43
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Akira Toriyama’s Dr. Slump! They talk about the endless amount of gags, the incredible influence the manga had, and the qualities that haven’t ...
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274 – Dr. Slump by Akira Toriyama from 2020-10-19T20:09:43
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Akira Toriyama’s Dr. Slump! They talk about the endless amount of gags, the incredible influence the manga had, and the qualities that haven’t ...
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273–Dog Man: Grime and Punishment by Dav Pilkey from 2020-10-06T00:31:10
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about Dog Man this week! They talk about Pilkey’s simple but effective art, the dumb but fun gags, and the nature of stories we tell children. They also rev...
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273 – Dog Man: Grime and Punishment by Dav Pilkey from 2020-10-05T18:31:10
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about Dog Man this week! They talk about Pilkey’s simple but effective art, the dumb but fun gags, and the nature of stories we tell children. They also rev...
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272–Grant Morrison’s Batman Part 3 of 3 from 2020-09-22T02:47:58
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie finish their journey through Grant Morrison’s Batman this week! They talk about incomprehensibility, the variety of great artists, and the building of the mythos...
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272 – Grant Morrison’s Batman Part 3 of 3 from 2020-09-21T20:47:58
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie finish their journey through Grant Morrison’s Batman this week! They talk about incomprehensibility, the variety of great artists, and the building of the mythos...
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271–Final Crisis, Batman&Robin Vol 1-3 by Morrison, Jones, Quitely,&Irving from 2020-09-08T01:23:35
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie continue their trip through Grant Morrison’s Batman run with Final Crisis and Batman and Robin! They talk about the lack of storytelling, the unbelievable amount...
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271 – Final Crisis, Batman&Robin Vol 1-3 by Morrison, Jones, Quitely,&Irving from 2020-09-07T19:23:35
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie continue their trip through Grant Morrison’s Batman run with Final Crisis and Batman and Robin! They talk about the lack of storytelling, the unbelievable amount...
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270–Batman and Son, The Black Glove, Batman RIP by Morrison, Kubert, Williams III,&Daniel from 2020-08-25T01:25:20
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are beginning their three episode journey into Grant Morrison’s Batman run, this time with Batman and Son, The Black Glove, and Batman RIP. They talk about Morri...
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270 – Batman and Son, The Black Glove, Batman RIP by Morrison, Kubert, Williams III,&Daniel from 2020-08-24T19:25:20
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are beginning their three episode journey into Grant Morrison’s Batman run, this time with Batman and Son, The Black Glove, and Batman RIP. They talk about Morri...
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269–Coda by Simon Spurrier&Matias Bergara from 2020-08-12T02:44:12
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Coda this week! They talk about the brilliant art, the touching story, and its effect on both of them. They also review Empyre #3 and #4 AND Fi...
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269 – Coda by Simon Spurrier&Matias Bergara from 2020-08-11T20:44:12
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Coda this week! They talk about the brilliant art, the touching story, and its effect on both of them. They also review Empyre #3 and #4 AND Fi...
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268–Immortal Hulk Vol 3-6 by Al Ewing&Joe Bennett from 2020-07-27T23:23
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about more Immortal Hulk this episode! They touch on the depth to the book’s insanity, the surprising themes, and Bennett’s horrifying art. They also...
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268 – Immortal Hulk Vol 3-6 by Al Ewing&Joe Bennett from 2020-07-27T17:23
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about more Immortal Hulk this episode! They touch on the depth to the book’s insanity, the surprising themes, and Bennett’s horrifying art. They also...
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267–Secret Warriors Vol 1-6 by Hickman, Caselli,&Vitti from 2020-07-14T01:58:04
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Secret Warriors this week! They compare Caselli and Vitti’s art, talk about how Hickman has grown as a writer, and discuss the rarity of good N...
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267 – Secret Warriors Vol 1-6 by Hickman, Caselli,&Vitti from 2020-07-13T19:58:04
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Secret Warriors this week! They compare Caselli and Vitti’s art, talk about how Hickman has grown as a writer, and discuss the rarity of good N...
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266–Mob Psycho 100 Vol 1-4 by ONE from 2020-06-30T00:02:30
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Mob Psycho 100 this week! They discuss non-western storytelling, ONE’s art style, and the uniqueness of the themes. They also review Batman The...
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266 – Mob Psycho 100 Vol 1-4 by ONE from 2020-06-29T18:02:30
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Mob Psycho 100 this week! They discuss non-western storytelling, ONE’s art style, and the uniqueness of the themes. They also review Batman The...
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265–Dark Nights: Metal by Scott Snyder&Greg Capullo from 2020-06-16T02:54:18
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about Dark Nights: Metal by Snyder and Capullo! They talk about the lack of storytelling, the power of event comics, and the wrong kind of big and stupid. T...
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265 – Dark Nights: Metal by Scott Snyder&Greg Capullo from 2020-06-15T20:54:18
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about Dark Nights: Metal by Snyder and Capullo! They talk about the lack of storytelling, the power of event comics, and the wrong kind of big and stupid. T...
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264–One Punch Man Vol 1-5 by ONE&Yusuke Murata from 2020-06-01T22:47:45
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about One Punch Man this week! They discuss consecutive normal punches, shonen tropes, and how it compares to western superhero traditions. They also...
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264 – One Punch Man Vol 1-5 by ONE&Yusuke Murata from 2020-06-01T16:47:45
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about One Punch Man this week! They discuss consecutive normal punches, shonen tropes, and how it compares to western superhero traditions. They also...
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263–Gotham Academy Vol 1-3 by Cloonan, Fletcher,&Kerschl from 2020-05-19T01:26:09
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Gotham Academy this week! They talk about how comics have changed in the short five years since it debuted, discuss the supporting cast, and to...
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263 – Gotham Academy Vol 1-3 by Cloonan, Fletcher,&Kerschl from 2020-05-18T19:26:09
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Gotham Academy this week! They talk about how comics have changed in the short five years since it debuted, discuss the supporting cast, and to...
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262–James Bond Vol 1-2 by Ellis&Masters from 2020-05-05T00:22:23
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about James Bond today! They discuss Ellis’ ability in craft, Masters’ skill in drawing action scenes, and the mythos behind the Bond character. They...
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262 – James Bond Vol 1-2 by Ellis&Masters from 2020-05-04T18:22:23
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about James Bond today! They discuss Ellis’ ability in craft, Masters’ skill in drawing action scenes, and the mythos behind the Bond character. They...
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261–Witch Hat Atelier Vol 1-3 by Kamome Shirahama from 2020-04-21T00:03:23
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Witch Hat Atelier this week! They discuss Shirahama’s influences, the cuteness of the characters and story, and the masterful art. They also re...
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261 – Witch Hat Atelier Vol 1-3 by Kamome Shirahama from 2020-04-20T18:03:23
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Witch Hat Atelier this week! They discuss Shirahama’s influences, the cuteness of the characters and story, and the masterful art. They also re...
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260–Money Shot Vol 1 by Seeley, Beattie,&Isaacs from 2020-04-06T20:00
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Money Shot this week! They talk about the strength of its storytelling, the absurdity of the story, and the struggles of independent comics dur...
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260 – Money Shot Vol 1 by Seeley, Beattie,&Isaacs from 2020-04-06T14:00
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Money Shot this week! They talk about the strength of its storytelling, the absurdity of the story, and the struggles of independent comics dur...
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259–The Hard Tomorrow by Eleanor Davis from 2020-03-24T01:04:29
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about The Hard Tomorrow today, by Eleanor Davis! They discuss the gut-wrenching story, Davis’ amazing art, and the book’s prescient theme. They also ...
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259 – The Hard Tomorrow by Eleanor Davis from 2020-03-23T19:04:29
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about The Hard Tomorrow today, by Eleanor Davis! They discuss the gut-wrenching story, Davis’ amazing art, and the book’s prescient theme. They also ...
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258–Sara by Ennis&Epting from 2020-03-10T01:58:40
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Sara this week! They talk about Epting’s art, Ennis’ restraint in his writing, and the use of theme to deliver a grim tone. They also review X-...
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258 – Sara by Ennis&Epting from 2020-03-09T19:58:40
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Sara this week! They talk about Epting’s art, Ennis’ restraint in his writing, and the use of theme to deliver a grim tone. They also review X-...
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257–Darth Vader by Kieron Gillen&Salvador Larroca from 2020-02-25T03:42:44
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking all about Darth Vader this week! They discuss how you tell a compelling story with such an iconic character, dig into how the Star Wars mythos is use...
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257 – Darth Vader by Kieron Gillen&Salvador Larroca from 2020-02-24T21:42:44
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking all about Darth Vader this week! They discuss how you tell a compelling story with such an iconic character, dig into how the Star Wars mythos is use...
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256–Doomsday Clock by Johns&Frank from 2020-02-11T01:59:51
Hey Handsomites, Eric and Robbie talk about Doomsday Clock this week! They discuss if a sequel to Watchman is necessary, how the Watchmen characters fit into the DCU, and if the end product is w...
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256 – Doomsday Clock by Johns&Frank from 2020-02-10T19:59:51
Hey Handsomites, Eric and Robbie talk about Doomsday Clock this week! They discuss if a sequel to Watchman is necessary, how the Watchmen characters fit into the DCU, and if the end product is w...
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255–Peter Cannon Thunderbolt Vol 1 by Kieron Gillen&Caspar Wjingaard from 2020-01-28T02:21:36
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Peter Cannon this week! They discuss the meta-narrative, the meta-meta narrative, and ask who this comic book is for. They also review Atlantis...
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255 – Peter Cannon Thunderbolt Vol 1 by Kieron Gillen&Caspar Wjingaard from 2020-01-27T20:21:36
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Peter Cannon this week! They discuss the meta-narrative, the meta-meta narrative, and ask who this comic book is for. They also review Atlantis...
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254–Berserk Vol 4-14 by Kentaro Miura from 2020-01-14T02:46:24
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking more about Berserk! They talk about its dynamite art, its pacing, and its problematic aspects. They they also review Thor #1 and Hawkeye: Freefall #1...
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254 – Berserk Vol 4-14 by Kentaro Miura from 2020-01-13T20:46:24
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking more about Berserk! They talk about its dynamite art, its pacing, and its problematic aspects. They they also review Thor #1 and Hawkeye: Freefall #1...
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253–The Seventh Annual Handsome Boys Comics Hour Handies Awards from 2020-01-01T18:25:28
Hey Handsomite! Eric and Robbie are awarding the best, the worsts, and the in-betweens in the year in comics this episode. They talk about their highs, lows, and give out awards for their favori...
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253 – The Seventh Annual Handsome Boys Comics Hour Handies Awards from 2020-01-01T12:25:28
Hey Handsomite! Eric and Robbie are awarding the best, the worsts, and the in-betweens in the year in comics this episode. They talk about their highs, lows, and give out awards for their favori...
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252–Berserk Vol 1-3 by Kentaro Miura from 2019-12-17T00:22:36
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Berserk this week! They talk about dudes getting chopped in half, cute elves, and Miura’s terrific art. They also review Dark Knight Returns: T...
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252 – Berserk Vol 1-3 by Kentaro Miura from 2019-12-16T18:22:36
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Berserk this week! They talk about dudes getting chopped in half, cute elves, and Miura’s terrific art. They also review Dark Knight Returns: T...
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251–Invisible Kingdom Vol 1 by G Willow Wilson&Christian Ward from 2019-12-03T03:45:52
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Invisible Kingdom this week! They discuss Ward’s art, the pacing, and our expectations. They also review John Constantine: Hellblazer #1 and Ki...
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251 – Invisible Kingdom Vol 1 by G Willow Wilson&Christian Ward from 2019-12-02T21:45:52
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Invisible Kingdom this week! They discuss Ward’s art, the pacing, and our expectations. They also review John Constantine: Hellblazer #1 and Ki...
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250–Batman: Year One by Frank Miller&David Mazzucchelli from 2019-11-19T00:48:01
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Batman: Year One! They talk about Mazzucchelli’s transcendent art, Miller’s writing, and why it remains a part of the canon. They also review X...
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250 – Batman: Year One by Frank Miller&David Mazzucchelli from 2019-11-18T18:48:01
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Batman: Year One! They talk about Mazzucchelli’s transcendent art, Miller’s writing, and why it remains a part of the canon. They also review X...
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249–Pumpkinheads by Rainbow Rowell&Faith Erin Hicks from 2019-11-05T03:48:23
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Pumpkinheads this week! We talk about the lovely simplicity of the story, Faith Erin Hicks’ great art, and doom metal goat yoga. They also revi...
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249 – Pumpkinheads by Rainbow Rowell&Faith Erin Hicks from 2019-11-04T21:48:23
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Pumpkinheads this week! We talk about the lovely simplicity of the story, Faith Erin Hicks’ great art, and doom metal goat yoga. They also revi...
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248–Superman–Emperor Joker by Loeb, McGuinness, Kelly,&Mahnke from 2019-10-22T02:02:10
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, discussing Emperor Joker this week! They talk about their Joker, comedy comics, and writing for the collection. They also review X-Men #1 and The Batma...
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248 – Superman – Emperor Joker by Loeb, McGuinness, Kelly,&Mahnke from 2019-10-21T20:02:10
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, discussing Emperor Joker this week! They talk about their Joker, comedy comics, and writing for the collection. They also review X-Men #1 and The Batma...
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247–Guts by Raina Telgemeier from 2019-10-08T04:03:21
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Raina Telgemeier’s new book this week! They talk about the astounding maturity of the book, how they wish they had it as kids, and Telgemeier’s in...
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247 – Guts by Raina Telgemeier from 2019-10-07T22:03:21
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Raina Telgemeier’s new book this week! They talk about the astounding maturity of the book, how they wish they had it as kids, and Telgemeier’s in...
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246–Murder Falcon by Daniel Warren Johnson from 2019-09-24T03:30:32
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Murder Falcon this week. They talk about Johnson’s unparalleled art, the simple but heartfelt plot, and the power of metal! They also review King ...
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246 – Murder Falcon by Daniel Warren Johnson from 2019-09-23T21:30:32
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Murder Falcon this week. They talk about Johnson’s unparalleled art, the simple but heartfelt plot, and the power of metal! They also review King ...
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245–The Boys Vol 7-12 by Ennis, Braun, McCrea, Burns,&Robertson from 2019-09-10T02:06:01
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are finishing up The Boys this episode, and boy oh boy, do they not enjoy it! They talk about its various problematic attitudes, how it completely fails its char...
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245 – The Boys Vol 7-12 by Ennis, Braun, McCrea, Burns,&Robertson from 2019-09-09T20:06:01
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are finishing up The Boys this episode, and boy oh boy, do they not enjoy it! They talk about its various problematic attitudes, how it completely fails its char...
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244–The Boys Vol 1-6 by Ennis&Robertson from 2019-08-27T01:10:24
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about The Boys this week! They talk about Ennis’ attempt to out-Preacher Preacher, their frustrations with the book, and why they still want to finis...
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244 – The Boys Vol 1-6 by Ennis&Robertson from 2019-08-26T19:10:24
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about The Boys this week! They talk about Ennis’ attempt to out-Preacher Preacher, their frustrations with the book, and why they still want to finis...
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243–Y: The Last Man Vol 6-10 by Brian K Vaughan&Pia Guerra from 2019-08-13T03:00:44
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the latter half of Y: The Last Man! They discuss how they were frustrated by the ending, its comparison to Lost, and its departure from its fir...
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243 – Y: The Last Man Vol 6-10 by Brian K Vaughan&Pia Guerra from 2019-08-12T21:00:44
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the latter half of Y: The Last Man! They discuss how they were frustrated by the ending, its comparison to Lost, and its departure from its fir...
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242–Y: The Last Man Vol 1-5 by Brian K Vaughan&Pia Guerra from 2019-07-30T02:19:11
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the first half of Y: The Last Man this week! They talk about how its aged, the comparisons to other books, and what sets it apart from other post-...
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242 – Y: The Last Man Vol 1-5 by Brian K Vaughan&Pia Guerra from 2019-07-29T20:19:11
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the first half of Y: The Last Man this week! They talk about how its aged, the comparisons to other books, and what sets it apart from other post-...
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241–The Comic Book Story of Professional Wrestling by Sitterson&Moreno from 2019-07-16T02:37:21
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back from a long break and are talking a bunch of wrestling this week, including The Comic Book Story of Professional Wresting. They talk about the excellent...
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241 – The Comic Book Story of Professional Wrestling by Sitterson&Moreno from 2019-07-15T20:37:21
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back from a long break and are talking a bunch of wrestling this week, including The Comic Book Story of Professional Wresting. They talk about the excellent...
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240–Check Please Book 1 by Ngozi Ukazu from 2019-06-20T05:21:40
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking Check Please by Ngozi Ukazo this week! They talk about masculinity, sports, and escapist fiction. They also review Silver Surfer Black #1 and Ignited...
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240 – Check Please Book 1 by Ngozi Ukazu from 2019-06-19T23:21:40
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking Check Please by Ngozi Ukazo this week! They talk about masculinity, sports, and escapist fiction. They also review Silver Surfer Black #1 and Ignited...
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239–Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Black and White Classics Vol 1-4 by Eastman&Laird from 2019-06-04T03:42:59
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the original TMNT comics this week! They talk about the humble origins of the comic, its transition into a cartoon and toy empire, and the varied ...
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239 – Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Black and White Classics Vol 1-4 by Eastman&Laird from 2019-06-03T21:42:59
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the original TMNT comics this week! They talk about the humble origins of the comic, its transition into a cartoon and toy empire, and the varied ...
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238–Infidel by Pichetshote&Campbell from 2019-05-21T01:04:05
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Infidel this week! They talk about the horrific art, the themes of racism and Islamophobia, and the general trend of horror in general. They also ...
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238 – Infidel by Pichetshote&Campbell from 2019-05-20T19:04:05
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Infidel this week! They talk about the horrific art, the themes of racism and Islamophobia, and the general trend of horror in general. They also ...
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237- Man-Eaters Vol 1 by Chelsea Cain&Kate Niemczyk from 2019-05-07T09:04:33
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Man-Eaters this week! They talk about werecats, Cain’s history with Marvel, and the abundant satirical ads in the comic. They also review DCeas...
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236 – Runaways Vol 1-2 by Rainbow Rowell&Kris Anka from 2019-04-22T20:29:05
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the Runaways this week! They talk about the pacing, Kris Anka’s beautiful character designs, and theories of art! They also review Faithless #1...
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235 – Batman: White Knight by Sean Murphy from 2019-04-08T19:46:40
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Batman: White Knight by Sean Murphy this week. They discuss the many permutations of the Batman/Joker relationship, the political window dressing ...
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234 – Immortal Hulk Vol 1-2 by Al Ewing and Joe Bennett from 2019-03-25T21:16:44
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Immortal Hulk this week! They talk about the Devil Hulk, the sheer surprise it creates, and the history of the character! They also review Magn...
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233 – Umbrella Academy Vol 1-2 by Gerard Way and Gabriel Ba from 2019-03-11T22:03:35
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Umbrella Academy this week! They compare the first and second arcs, talk about Ba’s art, and discuss its place in recent comics history! They a...
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232 – Why Art? by Eleanor Davis from 2019-02-26T22:09:13
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Why Art? this week, by Eleanor Davis. They talk about its impactful ending, the simple art, and the effectiveness of its sparse story. They also r...
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231 – Upgrade Soul by Ezra Claytan Daniels from 2019-02-11T14:00:24
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Upgrade Soul this week! They talk about the themes of self, the earned melancholy, and excellent art. They also review Peter Cannon: Thunderbol...
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230 – Black Hammer Vol 1-2 by Lemire, Ormston, and Rubin from 2019-01-28T20:34:30
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Black Hammer this week! They discuss the de-re-deconstructionist superhero story, it’s potential as a whole universe, and its unique art! They ...
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229 – The Superior Spider-Man Vol 1-6 by Slott, Stegman, Ramos,&Camuncoli from 2019-01-14T19:36:52
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about The Superior Spider-Man this episode. They discuss Otto as a character, their shift on the book over time, and the variance in the artists. The...
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228 – The Annual Handsome Boys Comics Hour Handies Awards from 2019-01-01T11:45:21
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back again, this time giving out awards for the year in comics! They award the best, the worse, and the whys of 2018. They also review Freedom Fighters #1 an...
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227 – Ms. Marvel Vol 1-9 by Wilson, Alphona,&Miyazawa from 2018-12-17T19:58:56
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back to talk about Ms. Marvel! They discuss G. Willow Wilson’s epic run, talk about the charm of the character, and examine the effect of the character on th...
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226 – Mister Miracle by Tom King and Mitch Gerads from 2018-11-19T14:00:31
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the recently completed Mister Miracle this week! They talk about the layers of storytelling, Gerad’s art, and ponder what is next for the duo. ...
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225 – Calvin and Hobbes ’85-’89 by Bill Watterson from 2018-11-05T18:58:08
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Calvin and Hobbes, the seminal work from Bill Watterson, this week! They talk about its timeless qualities, Watterson’s skill and evolution as ...
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224 – Wolverine Vol 1-3 by Aaron, Guedes,&Sudsuka from 2018-10-22T21:36:31
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, talking about Wolverine! They talk about Aaron’s take on the character, Iron Maiden hell, and the merits of Foot Cannon. They also review Shuri #1 and ...
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223 – Monstress Vol 1-3 by Marjorie Liu&Sana Takeda from 2018-09-24T21:51:31
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Monstress this week! They touch on it winning multiple Eisners, highlight the amazing art, and rant about the rest of the book. They also revie...
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222 – The Death and Return of Superman from 2018-09-10T18:02:52
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the Death of Superman this week…and his return! We discuss the goods and bads of the book (and our memories of it), the idea of Superboy becomi...
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221 – Transformers: More Than Meets the Eye Vol 1-5 by Roberts, Milne,&Burcham from 2018-08-27T17:07:02
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Transformers this week! They talk about the unyielding impenetrability of the lore, the surprising character moments, and the difficulty in tel...
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220 – How to Read Nancy by Paul Karasik&Mark Newgarden from 2018-08-13T20:41:47
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the Eisner award-winning How to Read Nancy this week! They talk about its analysis, Nancy itself, and thevalue of minutiae. They also review Fa...
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219 – Spider-Man: One More Day by J. Michael Straczynski&Joe Quesada from 2018-07-30T17:53:17
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the retcon of retcons this week, Spider-Man: One More Day! They discuss editorial mandates, Peter Parker’s character, and the dangers of turnin...
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218 – The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl Vol 1-5 by Ryan North&Erica Henderson from 2018-07-16T18:03:02
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about squirrels and girls this week! They discuss Ryan North’s writing style, Erica Henderson’s art, and how often can superhero comics keep using me...
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217 – The Mighty Thor Vol 1-5 by Jason Aaron, Russell Dauterman,&Matt Wilson from 2018-07-10T16:12:04
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking hammers this week, as they dig into The Mighty Thor! They talk about Jane Foster’s arc, the fantastic art team, and decide how definitive Jason Aaron...
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216 – Black Bolt Vol 1-2 by Ahmed&Ward from 2018-06-26T00:27:07
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Black Bolt today! They talk about the rebirth of the character, how important being weird is to the Inhumans, and why Crusher Creel is no longe...
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215 – Astro Boy Vol 1-2 by Osamu Tezuka from 2018-06-11T19:53:21
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, talking about Astro Boy this week! We talk about the seminal manga, discussing Tezuka’s artwork, the legacy of the character, and the modern feeling th...
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214 – Gwenpool, the Unbelievable by Christopher Hastings and Gurihiru from 2018-05-28T21:32:45
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Gwenpool this week! We talk about the surface level comparisons to Deadpool, the hidden heroism of the character, and Gurihiru’s charming art! ...
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213 – Saga of the Swamp Thing Books 1-3 by Alan Moore, Steven Bissette,&John Totleben from 2018-05-14T22:52:57
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Swamp Thing this week! And just not any Swamp Thing, but Alan Moore’s defining run. They talk about it as a prototype for Sandman, the transiti...
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212 – Secret Empire by Spencer, McNiven, Sorrentino, Yu, Acuna, Reis,&Cassara from 2018-05-01T00:14:17
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the controversial Secret Empire this week! They talk about the perfect storm of badness surrounding the book, event fatigue, and the book’s i...
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211 – My Lesbian Experience with Loneliness by Kabi Nagata from 2018-04-17T11:16:04
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Kabi Nagata’s My Lesbian Experience with Loneliness this week! They talk about the honesty of the work, the approach to mental health, and how the...
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210 – Elephantmen Vol 0-6 by Starkings, Moritat, Medellin,&Churchland from 2018-04-02T20:03:36
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, discussing Elephantmen this week! They talk about the rotating cast of artists, the trope of big giant monster men, and the structure of the comic. The...
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209 – The Unbelievable Andy Kaufman by Box Brown from 2018-03-06T00:56:07
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Box Brown’s newest this episode! They talk about his skill in storytelling, how he constructs these biographies, and Andy Kaufman’s weird life!...
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208 – Spy Seal by Rich Tommaso from 2018-02-19T19:57:56
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, discussing Rich Tommaso’s Spy Seal! They talk about its influences, its place in the market, and just how dang fun it is! They also review X-Men Red #1...
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207 – 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank by Rosenberg&Boss from 2018-02-05T21:15:28
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank this week! They talk about its weird sort of reality, the comparisons to Wes Anderson, and their feelings about the end...
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206 – The End of the F&&king World by Charles Forsman from 2018-01-22T19:26:29
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing The End of the Fucking World by Charles Forsman this week! They talk about its economy of storytelling, its ambiguity, and compare it to the Netfl...
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205 – Doom Patrol Vol 1 by Way, Derington, and Bonvillain from 2018-01-08T22:16:36
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Doom Patrol! They talk about its bizarre quality, the beautiful art, and it’s optimistic message! They also review The Snagglepuss Chronicles #1 a...
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204 – The 2017 Handsome Boys Handies Awards from 2018-01-02T22:33:57
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back again, looking back at 2017, handing out awards to the best in comic books! They talk about the highlights, the lowlights, and the best creators in the ...
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203 – Black Panther Vol 1-3 by Coates, Stelfreeze, Sprouse&Martin from 2017-12-05T00:24:37
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Black Panther this week! They touch on Coates’ pedigree, his transformative take on Black Panther, and Stelfreeze’s haunting art! They also rev...
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202 – Squadron Supreme by Gruenwald, Hall, Ryan, Buscema from 2017-11-27T22:21
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie talk about Squadron Supreme this week! They discuss the use of Justice League analogues, the context for the book, and the juxtaposition of its themes and style!...
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201 – Hip Hop Family Tree Vol 1 by Ed Piskor from 2017-11-20T22:31:51
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Hip Hop Family Tree this week! They talk about Piskor’s design choices, how he shows the history of hip hop, and the value of using comics to tell...
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200 – Batman: The Killing Joke by Moore and Bolland from 2017-11-13T23:06:46
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are celebrating 200 episodes by discussing the seminal The Killing Joke by Alan Moore and Brian Bolland! They discuss its legacy, Barbara Gordon’s treatment, and...
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199 – Hellblazer – All His Engines by Mike Carey&Leonardo Manco from 2017-10-16T20:01:40
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing All His Engines this week! They talk about its similarities to Vertigo’s heyday, Constantine as a character, and its value as a primer! They also ...
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198 – My Favorite Thing Is Monsters Book 1 by Emil Ferris from 2017-10-09T21:39:02
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing My Favorite Thing Is Monsters this week! They talk about Ferris’ unique art, the novelty of the format, and the heartbreaking story! They also rev...
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197 – New Mutants Vol 1-4 by Claremont, McLeod, Buscema,&Sienkiewicz from 2017-10-02T23:32:28
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about New Mutants this week! They discuss the comic in its time, Sienkiewicz’s art, and Claremont’s legacy! They also review Marvel Legacy #1 and Duc...
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196 – Nameless by Morrison, Burnham,&Fairbairn from 2017-09-25T21:00:21
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie discuss Nameless this week! They talk about cosmic horror, utilizing comics’ uniqueness, and the grotesqueness of Burnham’s art! They also review Runaways #1 and...
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195 – My Friend Dahmer by Derf Backderf from 2017-08-28T19:05:28
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back once again, this time discussing My Friend Dahmer by Derf Backderf! They compare it to Black Hole, discuss Backderf’s style, and talk about serial kille...
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194 – Black Hole by Charles Burns from 2017-08-21T22:03:32
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking Black Hole this week! They discuss the impression of being a “smart person” comic, the legacy of comix creators, and Burns’ style. They also review M...
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193 – Spider-Man Blue by Jeph Loeb&Tim Sale from 2017-08-15T21:05:32
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Spider-Man: Blue this week! They discuss Sale’s art, the legacy of Gwen Stacy’s death, and the failures of the book to draw on the drama in her...
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192 – Extremity Vol 1 by Daniel Warren Johnson&Mike Spicer from 2017-08-07T20:58:53
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Extremity this week! They discuss Johnson’s spectacular art, the density of storytelling, and the use of violence! They also review Generations...
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191 – Miracleman Vol 1-3 by Moore, Leach,&Davis from 2017-08-01T21:23:32
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Miracleman this week! They talk about the weak characterization, compare it to Watchmen, and discuss its aimless second half. They also review Fai...
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190 – God Country by Donny Cates&Geoff Shaw from 2017-07-24T20:21:40
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing God Country this week! They talk about fatherhood, the beautiful art, and succinct storytelling! They also review Astonishing X-Men #1 and Moonstr...
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189 – She-Hulk: Deconstructed by Mariko Tamaki&Nico Leon from 2017-07-17T22:12:31
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the newest, recently renamed She-Hulk! They talk about trauma in superhero comics, the ramifications of event comics, and what version of characte...
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188 – Journey Into Mystery Vol 1-3 by Gillen, Braithwaite, Rodi,&Breitweiser from 2017-07-10T19:08:25
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, and they are discussing Kid Loki in Journey Into Mystery! They talk about Loki’s legacy, the similarities to Sandman, and the rotating artists. They al...
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187 – Teen Titans: The Judas Contract by Marv Wolfman&George Perez from 2017-06-05T20:14:43
Hey Handsomites! This week Eric and Robbie are discussing The Judas Contract by Marv Wolfman and George Perez! They talk about why it’s considered a classic, the characterization of Tara, and th...
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186 – This One Summer by Mariko&Jillian Tamaki from 2017-05-22T20:56:46
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about This One Summer by Mariko and Jillian Tamaki this week! They talk about it getting banned, Jillian’s spectacular art, and how it covers adolesc...
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185 – Lost at Sea by Bryan Lee O’Malley from 2017-05-08T20:27:40
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the debut work of Bryan Lee O’Malley, Lost at Sea! They talk about O’Malley’s beginnings, his growth, and the patterns in his work! They also revi...
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184 – The Stone Heart by Faith Erin Hicks&Jordie Bellaire (w Ivy Decker) from 2017-04-24T20:26:44
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are joined by Ivy Decker to discuss The Stone Heart! They talk about the second thirds of trilogies, forced romances, and Hicks’ expert storytelling! Eric and Ro...
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183 – Lady Killer Vol 1 by Jamie Rich&Joelle Jones from 2017-04-10T19:54:11
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Lady Killer this week, by Joelle Jones&Jamie Rich! They talk about Jones’ amazing art, the morals of the protagonist, and how the violence sell...
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182 – Black Widow by Mark Waid&Chris Samnee from 2017-04-03T20:42:24
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Waid and Samnee’s recently completed Black Widow this week! They talk about the top notch storytelling, the concise story, and the core of Blac...
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181 – Batwoman: Elegy by Greg Rucka&JH Williams III from 2017-03-27T20:15:01
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Batwoman: Elegy this week! They talk about Williams’ art, his use of strange panels, and the importance of storytelling in art! They also review I...
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180 – Immortal Iron Fist Vol 1-2 by Fraction, Brubaker,&Aja from 2017-03-20T17:22:19
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about a bunch of Iron Fist this week! They talk about the fundamental flaws of the character, Aja’s art, and rebooting the character. They also revie...
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179 – The Nightly News by Jonathan Hickman from 2017-03-13T19:27:25
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Jonathan Hickman’s The Nightly News this week! They discuss its only more topical nature, Hickman’s entry into comics, and discuss the change i...
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178 – Snotgirl Vol 1 by Bryan Lee O’Malley&Leslie Hung from 2017-03-06T18:31:25
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Snotgirl this week! They talk about its success in using social media thematically, Hung’s artistic style, and the likability of the characters...
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177 – Ghost in the Shell Vol 1-2 by Masamune Shirow from 2017-02-27T20:21:46
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, talking about Ghost in the Shell by Masamune Shirow! They talk about their expectations, the drastic differences in the two volumes, and what utter gar...
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176 – Spread Vol 1-2 by Justin Jordan&Kyle Strahm from 2017-02-20T17:28:58
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Spread in this episode! They talk about their post apocalyptic weariness, the comparisons to other horror franchises, and the details that set ...
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175 – Shutter Vol 1-4 by Joe Keatinge&Leila del Duca from 2017-02-13T23:43:18
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back discussing Shutter this week! They talk about the ups and downs of the plot, del Duca’s stylistic choices, and the scope of the entire story. They also ...
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174 – Saga Vol 5-6 by Fiona Staples&Brian K Vaughan from 2017-02-06T22:36:19
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie discuss Staples and Vaughan’s Saga this week! They talk about the overall shape of the story, Staple’s utterly unique qualities as an artist, and Vaughan’s legac...
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173 – Akira Vol 4-6 by Katsuhiro Otomo from 2017-01-23T20:36:15
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie discuss the second half of Otomo’s Akira this week! They talk about the ending, the metaphysical layers, and Otomo’s legacy! They also review Curse Words #1 and ...
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172 – Akira Vol 1-3 by Katsuhiro Otomo from 2017-01-17T20:58:15
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are a day late but not a dollar short with a discussion about the first half of Akira! They talk about its inclusion in comics canon, Otomo’s art, and its transl...
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171 – Diesel: Ignition by Tyson Hesse from 2017-01-09T20:10:19
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are reading Tyson Hesse’s Diesel: Ignition this week! They talk about his beautiful art, the wonderful world building, and the book’s future! They also review JL...
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170 – The Fourth Annual Handsome Boys Comics Hour Handies Awards from 2017-01-02T17:25:14
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are awarding the best in comics in 2016 in the Fourth Annual Handsome Boys Comics Hour Handies Awards! They talk about the best, the worst, and the most surprisi...
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169 – Wet Moon Vol 1-3 by Sophie Campbell from 2016-12-12T22:14:53
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Sophie Campbell’s Wet Moon in this week’s episode! They talk about its appeal, Campbell’s growth as an artist, and debatea shift in tone! They als...
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168 – From Hell by Alan Moore&Eddie Campbell from 2016-12-05T17:16:28
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back to discuss Moore and Campbell’s seminal From Hell! They talk about the multi-layered themes, Campbell’s art and design, and the grim content! They also ...
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167 – Dr. Strange: The Oath by Brian K Vaughan&Marcos Martin from 2016-11-14T20:21:02
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Dr. Strange this week! They discuss Martin’s art in comparison to Steve Ditko, the inescapable orientalism of Strange’s origin, and the use of ...
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166 – Hellboy in Hell by Mike Mignola&Dave Stewart from 2016-11-07T21:24:30
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie dip their toes into the Mignolaverse this week while discussing Hellboy in Hell! They talk about Hellboy’s legacy, Mignola’s style, and the problems of long-runn...
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165 – The Vision by King, Walta,&Bellaire from 2016-10-31T17:33:45
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing The Vision this week! They talk about Vision’s place in the Marvel Universe, the art team of Walta and Bellaire, and it’s relation to Sheriff of B...
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164 – Tetris: The Games People Play by Box Brown from 2016-10-24T21:18:25
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the newest book from Box Brown this week! They discuss his appeal as an artist, his storytelling techniques, and his choice of subjects! They a...
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163 – Descender Vol 1-2 by Jeff Lemire&Dustin Nguyen from 2016-10-17T18:03:37
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Descender this week! They discuss the differences in their expectations, Nguyen’s use of watercolor, and comparisons to Mass Effect! They also ...
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162 – The Omega Men by Tom King&Barnaby Bagenda from 2016-10-10T18:32
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing The Omega Men this week! They talk about it using elements of Watchmen, its setting within the DC Universe, and the effects of cutting a story sho...
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161 – Marvels by Kurt Busiek&Alex Ross from 2016-10-03T18:10:11
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the Eisner award winning Marvels this week! They talk about the birth of nostalgia porn, the differences between it and the other comics of its er...
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160 – Ghosts by Raina Telgemeier from 2016-09-26T18:08:20
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Raina Telgemeier’s Ghosts! They discuss the simple beauty of the story, her skill as a storyteller, and her place in the comics landscape! They...
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159 – The Essential Dykes to Watch Out For by Alison Bechdel from 2016-09-19T20:19:01
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Alison Bechdel’s long running comic strip Dykes to Watch Out For this week! They talk about the over two decades of running time, Bechdel’s gro...
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158 – Southern Bastards Vol 2-3 by Jason Aaron, Jason Latour,&Chris Brunner from 2016-09-12T20:20:20
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, this time discussing the second and third volumes of Southern Bastards! They talk all about Coach Boss, the universe-building, and the introduction of ...
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157 – The New Frontier by Darwyn Cooke from 2016-08-29T20:51:30
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie return to talk about Darwyn Cooke’s The New Frontier! They discuss his amazing art, his take on the golden age, and the comparisons to Kingdom Come! They also re...
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156 – The Sheriff of Babylon Vol 1 by Tom King&Mitch Gerads from 2016-08-08T16:00:43
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back this week, discussing the critically acclaimed Sheriff of Babylon by Tom King and Mitch Gerads! They discuss the honest brutality, the nuanced look at t...
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155 – Paper Girls Vol 1 by Brian K Vaughan&Cliff Chiang from 2016-08-01T16:57:20
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the first volume of Paper Girls! They discuss the mystery, Chiang’s art, and the rise of the 80’s aesthetic! They also review Batgirl #1 and Civil...
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154 – Copra Round 3 by Michel Fiffe from 2016-07-25T18:34:57
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the third volume of Michel Fiffe’s Copra this week! They talk about the changing tone, the difference from the first two volumes, and Fiffe’s crea...
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153 – Transmetropolitan Vol 8-10 by Warren Ellis&Darick Robertson from 2016-07-18T20:09:36
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back, finishing up their discussion of Transmetropolitan! They talk about the book’s ending, their final thoughts on Spider, and Warren Ellis’ legacy! They a...
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152 – Transmetropolitan Vol 4-7 by Warren Ellis&Darick Robertson from 2016-07-11T21:15:58
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are moving on to the middle chunk of Transmetropolitan! They discuss the change in Spider’s character, the real world similarities, their feelings about Robertso...
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151 – Transmetropolitan Vol 1-3 by Warren Ellis&Darick Robertson from 2016-07-04T19:41:50
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are beginning their three week journey into Transmetropolitan this week with the first three volumes! They talk about Spider Jerusalem, its place in Warren Ellis...
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150 – The Dark Knight Returns by Miller, Janson, & Varley (w Matt Hamm) from 2016-06-27T16:56:58
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are engaging in a crossover with The Simpsons Show’s Matt Hamm, and with such a momentous occasion, they are discussing none other than The Dark Knight Returns! The...
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149 – The Luther Strode Saga by Justin Jordan & Tradd Moore from 2016-06-13T21:46:45
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing the three chapters of the Luther Strode saga! They talk about its complete lack of subtlety, its manga influence, and Tradd Moore’s simply incomparab...
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148 – Locke and Key Vol 4-6 by Joe Hill & Gabriel Rodriguez from 2016-06-06T18:01:40
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are rounding out their discussion on Locke and Key this week! They talk about the conclusion of the story, the book knowing what it is, and the stellar art! They al...
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147 – Locke & Key Vol 1-3 by Joe Hill & Gabriel Rodriguez from 2016-05-31T18:06:48
Hey Handsomite! Eric and Robbie are discussing the first half of Locke & Key this week! They talk about the excellent characterization, Rodriguez’s growth as an artist, and its place within the hor...
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146 – Batman: Endgame & Superheavy by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo from 2016-05-23T17:10:49
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are finishing their discussion of Snyder and Capullo’s Batman run with the Endgame and Superheavy arcs! They talk about James Gordon, the return of the Joker, and a...
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145 – Batman: Zero Year by Scott Snyder & Greg Capullo from 2016-05-16T20:24:36
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are continuing their Batman discussion this week with Zero Year! They talk about Batman’s origin, the excellent coloring, and the role of underdog in Batman. They a...
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144 – Batman #1-17 by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo from 2016-05-09T18:07:59
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are tackling Snyder & Capullo’s Batman run, beginning their discussion with The Court of Owls and Death of the Family! They talk about Batman, the style of storytel...
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143 – Punisher Max by Jason Aaron & Steve Dillon from 2016-05-02T20:14
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about the Aaron/Dillon Punisher Max! They discuss Frank Castle’s character progression, Dillon’s art, and the story’s relevance! They also review Micron...
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142 – The Nameless City Vol 1 by Faith Erin Hicks (w/ Ivy Decker) from 2016-04-18T17:06:19
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are joined by Ivy Decker to discuss The Nameless City by Faith Erin Hicks. They talk about the city as a character, Hicks’ skills as a storyteller, and enter into a...
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141 – Parasyte Vol 5-8 by Hitoshi Iwaaki from 2016-04-11T18:22:02
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are finishing their discussion on Parasyte this week! They talk about the book’s ending, the scope of the story, and character relationships! They also review Black...
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140 – Parasyte Vol 1-4 by Hitoshi Iwaaki from 2016-04-04T20:10:22
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking Parasyte by Hitoshi Iwaaki! They discuss the horrific imagery, the strong characterization, and the great localization! They also review X-Men ’92 #1 an...
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139 – Sex Criminals Vol 1-2 by Matt Fraction & Chip Zdarsky from 2016-03-28T20:32:37
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Sex Criminals this episode! They talk about Fraction and Zdarsky’s collaboration, the low brow jokes, and the depth of emotional nuance! They also...
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138 – Midnighter Vol 1 by Orlando, ACO, Mooney, Morgan, & Fajardo Jr from 2016-03-21T20:34:43
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Midnighter this week! They talk about the hyper violence, the sexuality, and representation in comics! They also review Turncoat #1 and Internatio...
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137 – Amazing Spider-Man Family Business by Waid, Robinson, Dell’Otto, & Dell’edera from 2016-03-15T18:47:55
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Amazing Spider Man: Family Business this week! They talk about Marvel’s take on the OGN format, the painted art, and the lack of continuity! They als...
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136 – Giant Days by John Allison & Lissa Treiman from 2016-03-07T20:24:08
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are discussing Giant Days this week! They talk about the charming art, the nuanced characters, and web comics being printed in syndication! They also review Black W...
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135 – Black Science Vol 1-3 by Rick Remender & Matteo Scalera from 2016-02-29T20:23:35
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Black Science this week! They talk about the grim alternate dimensions, discuss the character’s motivations, and examine Scalera’s amazing art! Th...
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134 – Wayward Vol 1-2 by Jim Zub & Steve Cummings from 2016-02-22T20:21:14
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are talking about Wayward this week! They discuss the use of Japanese mythology, the book’s similarities to Buffy, and discuss cultural appropriation. They also rev...
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133 – The Wicked and the Divine Vol 1-3 by Gillen & McKelvie from 2016-02-15T18:47:24
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are finally discussing The Wicked and the Divine! They talk about rock stars as gods, the central mystery, and the inclusion of guest artists in the third volume! T...
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132 – Batman: The Black Mirror by Snyder, Jock, and Francavilla from 2016-02-08T19:20:26
Hey Handsomites! Eric and Robbie are back again, this time discussing one of the last pre-New 52 Batman stories, The Black Mirror! They talk about Dick Grayson as Batman, their feelings about Batma...
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