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the chemical box - episode 011 - back in the day

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 11:51:51 PDT

in this episode joey and alec bitch about things for 20 minutes or so and then move on to discuss topics such as hellboy, criminal: the last of the innocent #1-2 by ed brubaker and sean phillips, captain america & bucky #620 by ed brubaker with marc andreyko and chris samnee, captain america #1 by ed brubaker and steve mcniven, daredevil #1 by mark waid with paolo rivera and marcos martin, rachel rising #1 by terry moore, and twisted savage dragon funnies edited by michel fiffe with stories from benjamin marra, ulises farinas, and joe keatinge among others.

music by local h

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the chemical box - episode 010 - double digits

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 10:13:33 PDT

in this episode joey and alec discuss supergods by grant morrison, batman incorporated #7 by grant morrison and chris burnham, the wolverine's revenge storyline (wolverine #10-12) by jason aaron and renato guedes, the mindless ones website, brandon graham's comics journal interview, hate annual #9 by peter bagge, the similarities of approach between peter bagge and erik larsen, and we answer some emails, among other things.

music by †††

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the chemical box - episode 009 - it's a box social!

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 15:40:36 PDT

the whole gang returns for this week's episode where they discuss such topics as the crankcast, the flaws of the modern workforce, new idw artist editions (john romita, will eisner, wally wood), joe madureira's upcoming run on the avenging spider-man, cable reborn, brian k. vaughan & fiona staples new series saga, becky cloonan drawing a macgyver comic, marvel's season one, the dc relaunch & women's rights in comics, jason aaron & marc silvestri on the incredible hulk, more fear itself vs. flashpoint talk, jonathan hickman's upcoming creator owned work, legendary comics, and much more.

music by frank ocean

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the chemical box - episode 008 - death via committee

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 19:35:50 PDT

in this week's episode joey and alec discuss the current state and uncertain future of vertigo comics, our anticipation and concerns about grant morrison and rags morales' upcoming run on action comics, episode 48.1 of the excellent wait what? podcast, the death of spider-man storyline (ultimate spider-man #155-160) by brian michael bendis and mark bagley, the amazing spider-man teaser trailer, new avengers #9-13 by brian michael bendis with howard chaykin and mike deodato, avengers #13-14 by brian michael bendis with chris bachalo and john romita jr., our love is real by sam humphries and steven sanders, and supergirl #65 by kelly sue deconnick and chriscross.

music by animals as leaders

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the chemical box - episode 007 - king of the comeback

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 08:07:47 PDT

joey and alec kick it solo this episode and delve into such topics as the demise of the splash page podcast, frank santoro's art exhibit at the carnegie museum of art, butcher baker the righteous maker #1-4 by joe casey and mike huddleston, powers: who killed retro girl? by brian michael bendis and michael avon oeming, flashpoint #1-2 by geoff johns and andy kubert, and flashpoint: batman knight of vengeance #1 by brian azzarello and eduardo risso.

music by le butcherettes

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the chemical box - episode 006 - we made it past five

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 22:05:45 PDT

the podcast nobody asked to return is back! in this episode alec, joey, and jean welcome mr. chris johnson into the fold as the new co-host as well as bitch and moan about such topics as jean breaking up with his comic shop, the coloring style of mr. frank d'armata, the geoff johns-ization of the DCU, bendis and bagley's new creator owned book "brilliant", tmnt at idw, captain america relaunching again, yet another long discussion on event comics, and much more.

music by odd future

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Episode 89 - Finale

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Sun, 30 Jan 2011 09:50:20 PST

After two years, it's over.

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Episode 88 - The Walking Dead, Firefly and Veronica Mars

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 08:50:58 PST

This time on Teenage Wasteland...

More TV talk as I wrap up my viewing of three shows. Jeff Sandquist also provides the comic book discussion with his review of Beasts of Burden.

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Episode 87 - Action Lab Entertainment and Comic Talk

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 09:59:40 PST

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Special guest Shawn Pryor drops by to talk about some recent developments for PKD Media and his new role with Action Lab Entertainment. After that I go on to discuss a few recent reads.

Also, Mr. Sandquist is back in the house.

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Episode 86 - Avengers, Veronica Mars, Kick-Ass 2, Batman R.I.P.

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Thu, 04 Nov 2010 10:56:41 PDT

This time on Teenage Wasteland...

TV and comics. I have been consuming both, and I feel it's time to talk. Nuff' said.

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Episode 85 - Green Lantern, Captain America, DV8 and More

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Wed, 20 Oct 2010 07:39:15 PDT

This time on Teenage Wasteland...

It is an age old review episode as I have six books to chat about.

Books Include: Green Lantern #58, DV8: Gods and Monsters #6, Captain America #610, Knight and Squire #1, Weird War Tales #1, Unwritten #17

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Episode 84 - Reviews and J.T. Yost

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Tue, 12 Oct 2010 19:45:23 PDT

This time on Teenage Wasteland...

I wake up the show from its nap and get right down to business reviewing two recent reads and plugging some projects. I then introduce a special interview for this show with artist and writer J.T. Yost. J.T. has produced a handful of well-produced mini comics, and I am happy to bring him to you guys in this feature.

Also, Jeff brings it as he discusses Jason Aaron's Punishermax.

Books Reviewed: Thor #615 and Proof #28

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Episode 83 - Wolverine: Weapon X and Punisher: War Journal

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 07:47:11 PDT

This time on Teenage Wasteland...

Plenty of reading has been accomplished, and I sit down to talk about two series staring characters I normally ignore. Plus, I discuss the first issue of Jason Aaron's latest Wolverine story, and I am an issue behind on Daytripper. Oh, well?

And Sandquist!

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Episode 82 - Scarlet #1 and Brightest Day: The Atom

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:47:50 PDT

This time on Teenage Wasteland...

A quick episode to get back in the swing. Two reviews, and one book is looking to become a new favorite. Also, Jeff Sandquist makes his return with a new Sandbox!

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Episode 81 - Death Valley High, Demo and Chew

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 09:45:54 PDT

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A quick album review and recommendation of an awesome band. Plus, two comic book reviews and a small announcement.

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Episode 80 - The Flash, The Unwritten, Batman and More

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Thu, 12 Aug 2010 13:34:54 PDT

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A traditional episode. Four comic books with four reviews.

Books Mentioned
Batman: The Widening Gyre #1
The Executor
The Flash #4
The Unwritten #15

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Episode 79 - Norma Jean and SDCC Blurbs

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Tue, 03 Aug 2010 10:40:45 PDT

This time on Teenage Wasteland...

I sit down bring to you a review of Norma Jean's latest album, Meridional. Also, Comic-Con International just wrapped, and a few news bits caught my attention.

And, Mr. Sandquist holds much excitement for Sam Kieth's Arkham Asylum: Madness in the new Sandbox.

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Episode 78 - Hack/Slash, Eminem and The Deftones

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 09:28:14 PDT

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One comic book review and then something a bit different. Friend and co-host, Joey Aulisio, stops by to chat about two new albums released this year from two great musical talents.

Also, Mr. Sandquist reviews one of his favorite writers, Warren Ellis, on one of his recent projects. Freakangels.

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Episode 77 - Jurassic Park: Redemption #1 / 100 Bullets Overview

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:46:40 PDT

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An e-mail, a reminder and then comic talk as I review the latest in the JP Saga and look back at the masterpeice which is 100 Bullets.

Also, Mr. Sandquist returns with The Sandbox to talk about The Veil and Fishtown.

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Episode 76 - SHIELD #2

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 19:28:50 PDT

This time on Teenage Wasteland...

A few bits of listener feedback and then talk commences on Jonathan Hickman's SHIELD.

Music Featured is by Four Year Strong

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Episode 75 - Savage Dragon #160

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 10:43:12 PDT

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A big event has just wrapped in the Savage Dragon title, and I wish to speak about the finale.

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Episode 74 - Avengers vs. DV8

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Sun, 30 May 2010 11:02:07 PDT

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I am providing two reviews but there is a larger issue at hand. Avengers #1 versus DV8: Gods and Monsters #1. One pushes while the other gets by.

Time to state an opinion and hopefully push some thought.

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Episode 73 - The Flash #1 Plus More

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Thu, 13 May 2010 11:35:28 PDT

On this episode of Teenage Wasteland...

A rundown of a few announcements (MatineeIdles.com) and then four quick hit reviews of some recent reads. Plus, Mr. Sandquist stops by to offer up his installment of The Sandbox.

Books Discussed
Invincible #71
The Spirit #1
Invincible Iron Man #25
The Flash #1
Random Acts of Violence

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Episode 72 - Criminal: The Sinners #5 and More!

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 09:25:21 PDT

This week on Teenage Wasteland...

I deliver two announcements (the show is a changin' in a teeny, tiny aspect). Also, a nice talk and review of two DC Animated features, and a wrap up on Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Val Staples' Criminal: The Sinners.

Items Discussed
Green Lantern: First Flight
Justice League: Crisis on Two Earths
Potter's Field
Criminal: The Sinners #5

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Episode 71 - Digital Comics

arb1992@gmail.com (Alec Berry) — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 10:58:17 PDT

This week on Teenage Wasteland...

Digital, digital, digital. That is all the comics universe has buzzed about in the past week as Apple released its world-changing device, the iPad. So, I find that it is time to finally sit down and lay my thoughts on the line. What does digital mean to me, and do I approve? Listen in!

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