Send us a text André meets a hard working artist and fellow horror hound whose work has covered almost every genre comics has to offer! Lee Ferguson has worked for major publishers like Marvel Comics, where he contributed to titles like Blade and Runaways, and DC Comics, where his work can be seen in Supergirl. Ferguson is also a notable contributor to Dynamite Entertainment, having worked on Red Sonja: The Superpowers and Vampirella: The Dark Powers. Beyond his work for large publisher...

Part two of my review of Republican Reversal, a book exploring the fate of the Republican commitment to federal conservation laws. I found it pretty bleak, but maybe there is some hope. I do think the book needs an update to consider the last 8 years.

Well, the boys must be feeling angry. I’m sure there’s no reason identifiable in, say, literally any current events, so… it’s the Hulk this week! Three different brief Hulk stories, including the marriage of Bruce Banner, as well as the Hulk’s first true love!…no, we certainly are still very angry, I’m sure.

Jake and Katie talk about the top ten reasons you should reconsider a descent into hell to rescue your thesis professor (eg. a lot of math, chthonic dogs, an eventual rivals to lovers romance). Their only cited source is R. F. Kuang's dark academia book, Katabasis.

A fun chat with Lou Berney all about his new book Crooks, seeing the world through a criminal lens, the OKC Thunder, and Judge Reinhold. Plus – Dave and Laura hit the Ikea for meatballs and more and Andrew takes too many kids to the Weird Al concert and there is a major incident. We … Continue reading Ep. 303 Lou Berney Is A Smooth Criminal

The first part of my review of The Republican Reversal: Conservatives and the Environment from Nixon to Trump. While this book is quite short, it is essential reading to understand the conservatives turn away from conservation. Some of the "whys" are obvious but quite a few are surprising.

The panel discusses the concluding three cantos, with attention to Pope's heroi-comic satire of epic in both content and form, and his use of references to his own involvement in the real-life events enacted by the poem's fictional protagonists.Continue reading

Send us a text A man whose painted comic covers caught more then just our hosts eye drops in to discuss his gorgeous work! Andrew C. Robinson has worked for all the major comic book and gaming companies. He has painted covers for titles such as Superman, Starman, Hawkman, and King Conan. He is the creator of his own comic book hero, Dusty Star, and is a multi-award-winning, New York Times best-selling illustrator for his painted work on the acclaimed graphic novel, The Fifth Beatle: The Brian...

Want to find out more about my critique group and writing community - Momentum Circle? Check it out here - wkwproductions.co.uk/mentoring This week I’m joined by Tom Cox, author of fifteen books spanning fiction, memoir, and journalism. Tom’s work blends the folkloric and the surreal with an eye for human nature and the landscapes that inspire him. His latest novel, Everything Will Swallow You, is out now and continues his exploration of storytelling that defies easy categorisation. In our co...

In this episode, we continue our year long look at Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy with Tiffany Babb. We talk about her article “Because He Loved You”: The Queer Betrayal of Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy. We explore how queerness is portrayed in the novel, the complex relationship between Bill and Jim, and why le Carré’s approach […]

In this episode I look at a sensory history of the American Civil War. It is a fascinating way to look at the past, but like so many sensory experiences, this one left me wanting more. What do you think of looking at the past through the realm of the senses?

We’re concluding our summer series, Lost Summer, with an episode dedicated to the actors that died not in old age, looking back at a long, storied career, but that were gone too soon. From tragic silent film icon Rudolph Valentino,… Continue reading →

The second part of my review of the excellent history book American Lucifers: The Dark History of Artificial Light. Who are today's Lucifers and is their story still dark?

A fun chat with Joanne Harris all about her new book Vianne, why she wanted to revisit the Chocolat series, magic, and her least favorite thing about chocolate. Plus – Dave is smelly. ITUNES – SPOTIFY

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To start this new phase of this podcast, I am reviewing one of the best history books I read in the past year, Jeremy Zallen's American Lucifers, a book about capitalism, labor, violence, and the environment and how they all interrelate. Let me know what you think of the ideas of the book and if you read the book, let me know what you think I got wrong.

Welcome back, Cromrades! We hope you are eagerly anticipating this episode of the big show, where we discuss Clark Ashton Smith's Mother of Toads. One Things Jon: Tom Scioli's Stan Lee biography "I Am Stan". Josh: The D&D Adventure System board game, "Castle Ravenloft". Luke: Murder City: Ciudad Juarez and the Global Economy's New Killing Fields  by Charles Bowden. Check out the upcoming Clark Ashton Smith Conference in Auburn, CA January 10, 2026! Questions? Comments? Curses? Call us at

The panel discusses the first two cantos of Alexander Pope's heroi-comical peacemaker poem, with special attention to its use of foreshadowing, the style and tenor of its dialogue, and its allegedly Rosicrucian spiritology (and its textual origins).Continue reading

Send us a text Animation is at the forefront of our newest episode with a very talented creator bringing some of your favourite properties to life! Jason Narvaez is a versatile comic artist and illustrator with a strong background in animation, comic books, and trading card games. He's made a significant mark in animated television, contributing to shows like Ultimate Spider-Man, Young Justice, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Narvaez also served as the Card Art Director for the CHAOTIC trad...

In this episode, novelist Michael Idov returns to discuss John le Carré’s novel Our Game. Michael has written for numerous publications, was the Editor in chief of GQ Russia, is also a screenwriter and director and author of the new spy novel The Collaborators. We talk about where Our Game should fit in the le […]