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The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast

Eric Wong and Phillip Fleming

A comics theory and criticism podcast hosted by comic creators and MFA grads Eric Wong and Phillip Fleming.

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01:34:30

Ex Machina by Brian K. Vaughn and Tony Harris - Part 5

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/10/23

In this episode, Phillip and Eric conclude their retrospective on the DC Comics/Wildstorm political superhero series, Ex Machina, by Brian K. Vaughn and Tony Harris. They discuss its twist ending, the culmination of the series' sci-fi and superhero elements fusing with 2000s-era politics, and Eric asks Phillip to join him in launching his campaign to replace Eric Adams as mayor of New York.

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00:55:36

Ex Machina by Brian K. Vaughn and Tony Harris - Part 4

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/10/16

In this episode, Phillip and Eric discuss the penultimate part of the DC Comics/Wildstorm political superhero series, Ex Machina by Brian K. Vaughn and Tony Harris. They talk about the series's most out-there foray into genre space, Mayor Mitchell Hundred's descent into greater political ambitions, and Eric asks Phillip about New Yorker stereotypes.

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01:02:31

Ex Machina by Brian K. Vaughn and Tony Harris - Part 3

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/10/11

In this episode, Phillip and Eric continue their retrospective on the DC Comics/Wildstorm political superhero series, Ex Machina by Brian K. Vaughn and Tony Harris. They share their feelings on this being the weakest part of the series, the outdatedness of the political issues it tackles in this portion, and Phillip educates Eric on Mayor Eric Adams and NYC's checkered mayoral history.

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01:11:20

Ex Machina by Brian K. Vaughn and Tony Harris - Part 2

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/10/05

In this episode, Phillip and Eric continue their retrospective on the Wildstorm/DC political superhero comic series, Ex Machina by Brian K. Vaughn and Tony Harris. They break down Harris's exquisite art style, discuss the comic's approach to terrorism and supervillains, and Phillip educates Eric about New York subways and ferries.

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01:04:14

Ex Machina by Brian K. Vaughn and Tony Harris - Part 1

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/09/25

Just in time for election season, Phillip and Eric kick off the first part of their retrospective on the DC/Wildstorm political superhero series, Ex Machina by Brian K. Vaughn and Tony Harris. They talk about the comic as a time capsule of post-9/11 New York, its approach of a former superhero becoming mayor of New York and putting out political fires, and The Omnibus gives its official endorsement for 2024 US presidential race!

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00:52:39

Houses of the Unholy by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/09/18

In this episode, Phillip and Eric discuss the Image horror graphic novel Houses of the Unholy by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips. They break down this legendary duo's stretching their usual noir stories by adding a horror twist, the use of satanic ritual abuse hysteria as a storytelling device, and Eric accuses Phillip of worshipping the devil.

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00:57:30

Local Man by Tim Seely and Tony Fleecs

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/09/12

In this episode, Phillip and Eric talk the Image superhero comic Local Man by Tim Seely and Tony Fleecs. They break down how it approaches the '90s superhero genre with affectionate mockery, its use of two (and later three) distinctly different art styles to establish an unique visual language that pays homage to the eras of Image Comics, and Phillip educates Eric on the obscure '90s action show, Vanishing Point.

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00:48:34

Revisting Chainsaw Man by Tatsuki Fujimoto

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/09/12

In this episode, Phillip and Eric return to the shonen action manga Chainsaw Man by Tatsuki Fujimoto. Now that Eric is finally caught up, they discuss their reactions to Denji's character development, the differences between Part 1 and Part 2, and gush over Fukimoto's twisted sense of humor.

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01:00:23

Grant Morrison's Batman, Part 9 -Batman Incorporated...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/08/06

Phillip and Eric conclude their retrospective on Grant Morrison's epic Batman run with the final part of BATMAN INCORPORATED with Chris Burnham, featuring the death of Damien Wayne and the final showdown with Talia Al'Ghul. They also discuss Eric's new fascination with cat manga, Phillip failing to materialize Damson Idris into the MCU, and how Phillip still hasn't seen On Her Majesty's Secret Service.

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01:01:34

Grant Morrison's Batman, Part 8 -Batman Incorporated,...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/07/24

In this episode, Phillip and Eric continue their breakdown of Grant Morrison's epic Batman run with the second part of the Batman Incorporated arc debuting during the New 52 with artists Chris Burnham, Frazier Irving, and more! They discuss Morrison's deep dive into the backstory of Talia al Ghul, Chris Burnham's rough and tumble art style, and reveal the global expansion of The Omnibus Incorporated!

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00:52:25

Grant Morrison's Batman, Part 7 - Batman Incorporated...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/07/23

In this episode, Phillip and Eric talk the first part of the third act of Grant Morrison's epic run on Batman with Batman Incorporated, featuring art by Yanick Paquette, Chris Burnham, and more. They talk about Morrison's reinvention of Batman as a global crimefighting organization, the reintroduction of the Golden Age Batwoman and the extended Bat family, and figuring out who's in charge of the all the spy agencies in the DC universe.

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01:22:42

Grant Morrison's Batman, Part 6 - Batman and Robin...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/06/06

In this episode, Phillip and Eric discuss the conclusion of the second act of Grant Morrison's Batman epic with The Return of Bruce Wayne and the final part of Batman and Robin with Frazier Irving. They break down Frazier Irving's surreal, moody art, discuss the philosophy of "vibes, not plot", and weigh in on the stupid Drake/Kendrick Lamar feud.

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01:06:41

Grant Morrison's Batman, Part 5 - Batman and Robin...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/05/24

In this episode, Phillip and Eric go over the first part Grant Morrison's Batman and Robin featuring the debut of Dick Grayson as Batman and Damien Wayne as Robin, with art by Frank Quitely, Phillip Tan, Chris Burnham, and more. They discuss the new dynamic of the new Dynamic Duo, the meta-commentary of the return of Jason Todd on post-Watchmen superheroes, and Phillip reacts to a clip from Titans to juice the algorithm!

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01:10:06

Grant Morrison's Batman, Part 4 - Final Crisis with...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/05/08

In this episode, Phillip and Eric are continuing their breakdown of Grant Morrison's run on Batman with the big epic DC event, Final Crisis and Superman Beyond with art by J.G. Jones, Doug Mahnke, et al. They discuss this tangential yet essential tie-in to the death of Bruce Wayne story arc, debate on the quality of the story choices Morrison makes within Final Crisis, and Eric asks Phillip if it's racist to exclude Martian Manhunter from the Justice League.

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00:54:13

Grant Morrison's Batman, Part 3 - Batman R.I.P. with...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/05/01

In this episode, Phillip and Eric continue their discussion of Grant Morrison's Batman run with Batman R.I.P., drawn by Tony Daniel. They break down Morrison's revamping of Silver Age campiness with a dark twist, their ultimate statement on what it takes to be Batman, and Eric confides in Phillip about some romantic troubles he's been having with his girlfriends Mitsuru and Aegis.

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01:05:27

Grant Morrison's Batman, Part 2 - The Black Glove...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/04/19

In this episode, Phillip and Eric continue their breakdown of Grant Morrison's Batman run with the second arc, The Black Glove with J.H. Williams III and Tony Daniel. They discuss Morrison's reintroduction of campy Silver Age elements like the Club of Heroes and Bat-Mite but with a darker twist, go over J.H. Williams's exquisite panel design, and debate whether the X-Men have privilege.

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00:58:21

Grant Morrison's Batman, Part 1 - Batman and Son,...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/04/12

In this episode, Phillip and Eric kick off the first of a multi-episode breakdown of Grant Morrison's definitive Batman run with Batman and Son with art by Andy Kubert. They talk about the introduction of Damien Wayne, Grant Morrison being a true auteur artist within mainstream superhero comics and laying the foundation for their take on the Batman mythos, and Phillip and Eric voice their hot takes on the latest trends to juice the algorithm!

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00:47:13

Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack -...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/04/03

In this episode, Phillip and Eric are breaking down the Denpa manga Mobile Suit Gundam: Char's Counterattack - Beltorchika's Children by Uroaki Sabisi and Takayuki Yanase. They go real deep into the lore of the Gundam franchise, debate of whether a primarily adapted property works well in comics, and Eric makes fun of Phillip for spending money on Gundam toys.

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00:53:12

Black Dynamite by Brian Ash and Ron Wimberly and Jun...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/03/10

In this episode, Phillip and Eric are discussing the Black Dynamite comic by IDW, written by Brian Ash and drawn by a multitude of artists including Ron Wimberly, Jun Lofamia and more. They discuss the translation of the movie's humor into comic form, quote the movie back and forth, and Eric subjects Phil to a test of his blackness.

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01:12:20

The Undefeatable Swordsman and The Frontier Lord...

The Omnibus: A Comics Podcast ·

2024/03/03

In this episode, Phillip asks Eric about two of the comic series personally edited by the latter: the Tapas webtoon series, The Undefeatable Swordsman and the manga series on J-Novel Club, The Frontier Lord Begins With Zero Subjects. They go over the behind the scenes work of webtoon and manga localization, Phil's distaste of light novel titles, and give a brief overview of the critical and commercial bomb that is Sony's Madame Web movie.Check out the series here: The Frontier Lord Begins

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