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The Goadkicker Podcast

Shifting gears once again to return to the open format of the past. Born from the Juno email era email newsletter and eventual blog, The Bubblegoose News, comes a podcast that looks at life, media, hobbies, and sports from a unique angle - that of our prairie philosopher host, Carl D Smith. The show will feature reviews, reactions, and dissections, and may even take a moment for some Nerd Church. Our host is a writer, Midwesterner, father, senior analyst, pharmacist, and former minister. He

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01:10:00

Pepe the Frog and symbols

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2025/04/09

We are fools to think our brains can't be hijacked by something as simple as a single image. We presume and assume too much, but also it's worth taking about these symbols and how they take on a life of their own. What can / should we do in our own lives about sending messages via symbols?

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00:44:01

You're living too large

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2025/03/27

Nobody takes up more space than I do, but it's more than being 260 lbs and loud. I love my life in a way that fills more volume than I should. today's Goadkicker we talk about this notion, how it applies to our hobbies, and how to change that.

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01:09:29

Women in Doom Metal

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2025/03/12

Why are we surprised to see women in certain spaces? I recently dove into modern doom/sludge metal and saw band after band with strong female contribution. As a long time fan of Kylesa and Acid King, and with Baroness, Windhand, and Electric Wizard all including women, why was I then surprised to discover so many incredible acts in the doom metal world involving female artists?The answer is attitude, and it's something we need to work on individually across the board.Check out some samples here;

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00:27:25

The EULA episode (end user listening agreement)

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2025/03/03

Goadkicker is back for another season. since things have been spotty, I thought I'd start by just setting expectations before we go forward. New episode content soon.

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00:53:13

Goadkicker Returns! The Inspiration Episode

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/11/12

Some would say I'm just another white Midwestern male ranting at his phone while sitting in their vehicle's cab. Others would say I'm a low key prairie philosopher (one person did say that actually). Me? I'd say I just like to talk and want to see the world because better place. Today I talk about the source of inspiration, types of inspiration, and how to stay engaged with the media you consume to identify inspirational sources and learn something about yourself in the process.

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00:09:40

A Special Presentation - Resurgence Release Week Is...

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/09/16

A Special Presentation - Resurgence release week!!!

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00:52:38

Valiant in 2012 Part 2 - Archer and Armstrong 1-6

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/09/04

At casual glance it seems odd that the 2012 reboot started with Archer & Armstrong among the first four titles. Not as high profile to non-valiantheads as a Ninja or Rai, but incredibly important to fleshing out the setting and tone of the new Valiant Universe. Bonus points for material that is key to the upcoming Resurgence.

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00:26:09

A Special Presentation - Valiant missing from shelves

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/08/30

an update from the road as I explore comic retailers across the Midwest, and fail to find Alien era Valiant.

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01:06:05

Valiant in 2012 Part 1 - XO Manowar 1-8

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/08/20

As we prepare to see a new begining of sorts for the Valiant Universe, let's look back at the start of this current continuity. Maybe through contrast we will better identify triumphs, missteps, and opportunities for Alien Books as they finally take full custody of Valiant's continuity and future.

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00:39:35

A Special Presentation - Marketing Resurgence

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/08/19

From street team to full on spoiler reveal... How do you think Alien and Valiant have done marketing Road To and Resurgence?

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01:03:44

Does Valiant have a house style?

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/08/13

Sometimes you can pick up a book and just tell it's by a particular writer, from a specific era, or by a certain publisher. Has Valiant ever had its own flavor? Has it changed? Does Alien have one yet? What mission statements exist at our favorite companies, how do our expectations factorvin, and what happens when our palate and the flavor no longer match?

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00:48:56

Summer Break! The many formats of Valiant

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/07/29

we talk about summer, the many ways you can read XO Manowar, and what a hobby means.

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01:04:14

Harbinger Wars Compendium

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/07/16

in 2018 DMG-led Valiant was trying with shelf presence, specifically offering larger, chronically ordered collections to consumers increasingly enamored with shelf candy and the siren song of "all in one" omnibus editions.We'll look at both the appeal and value of this Valiant compendium, a line that did not continue beyond this volume, and the attitude towards shelf editions on general.

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01:04:50

The Black, White, and Bloodshot Kickstarter

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/07/09

Let's look at the role of Kickstarter in comic publishing, and discuss the pros and cons.

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00:47:15

Happy July 4th - Road to Redemption half way check in

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/07/04

Short "filler" episode due to holiday week. Midway through the RtR and I have a new perspective on what's going on with these books, and it gives me a little hope that once September arrives, we'll be having more fun. Also, Ninjak was good.

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01:12:16

Valiant 1991 - a dozen great books

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/06/26

Valiant launched in 1991 but I had no idea. I was still feeling drunk from Batman 89 and Turtlemania. I discovered Warhammer 40k. I saw Apocalypse Now for the first time. Now in 2024, I get to read Magnus 1-8 and Solar 1-5, the entirety of Valiant's first year. I'm here to tell you, these are top shelf comic books. 5 stars overall. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goadkicker/message

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01:04:03

Rai Book of Darque #1 and XO Manowar Invictus #1

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/06/17

I read two new Alien titles by first reading the runs that immediately preceded them. Spoiler alert: It did not help sell Rai's new series to me at all. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goadkicker/message

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00:00:43

Brief announcement

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/06/05

I'm sick, no episode expected this week. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goadkicker/message

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01:16:40

Alien Books review catch up! Punk Mambo, Valiants,...

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/05/31

My first show dedicated to the Valiant books releasing currently. It's a mixed bag. I remain cautious in my optimism but there does seem to be unity in editorial, and sparks of intrigue. Find out which book I recommend as the best buy for new or lapsed fans of this bunch, and which you can ignore unless you're a Valiant loyalist, like myself. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goadkicker/message

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00:55:15

Talking Bloodshot and Ninjak vs Valiant Universe with...

The Goadkicker Podcast ·

2024/05/28

It's the crossover they never said would happen! The republishing rights are sure to be tied up in legality, so listen now while you can! I sit down with Jason Sacks of Jason and the Movienauts to chat about both of Valiant Comics' screen adaptations. Trigger warning for hot takes and rose colored glasses. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/goadkicker/message

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