The Novice And Frank : A Comic Book Podcast

Issue 1 With Derek Miller

Fri, 05 Aug 2016 01:02:14 +0000

Welcome to The Novice And Frank: A Comic Book Podcast!

To celebrate their first podcast, hosts Amanda and Frank and their special guest Derek Miller ("Wedding Band," "Franklin & Bash", The Nerdist School) discuss comic first loves, navigating shops, and Wonder Woman.

Issue 2 With Scott Ryan

Fri, 05 Aug 2016 01:38:49 +0000

The hosts Amanda and Frank welcome Scott Cooper Ryan ("General Hospital," "CSI: Cyber") to the podcast where they discuss Event Comics (Amanda learns what they are!) including Civil War, House Of M, and the challenges of rebooting a universe.

Issue 3 - "Pride of Baghdad" and Great First Issues

Fri, 05 Aug 2016 23:37:51 +0000

Hosts Amanda and Frank talk about what makes a great first issue, focusing on series "The Fix" and "Bitch Planet." They also chat about Brian K. Vaughan's "Pride of Baghdad," reading digital versus hard copy, and Amanda's Dad's Ford Bronco.

Issue 4 With Mike Kalinowski

Fri, 05 Aug 2016 23:41:46 +0000

Welcome to The Novice And Frank: A Comic Book Podcast!

Mike Kalinowski ("DC Movie News," "Castle," "The Young And The Restless,") joins the hosts to discuss all things DC Rebirth!

Issue 5 - "Justice League Crossover" and "Ex Machina"

Fri, 05 Aug 2016 23:44:47 +0000

The hosts tackle the Justice League crossover issues, and Frank keeps Amanda from getting overwhelmed. Other topics include "Ex Machina!"

Issue 6 - SUICIDE SQUAD Film Discussion Pt. 1

Fri, 05 Aug 2016 23:47:26 +0000

The tables turn when the Novice sees the "Suicide Squad" film, and Frank does not. They delve into the comic history of the characters, discuss the challenge of making the modern superhero film, and prepare Frank for what to expect. SPOILERS ABOUND!

Issue 7 - SUICIDE SQUAD Film Discussion Pt. 2

Thu, 01 Sep 2016 23:23:55 +0000

Frank has finally seen the Suicide Squad film, and has some thoughts. Will he agree with Amanda's feedback from last time? They also delve into the history of the Suicide Squad by looking at the 1987 comic book series, and the DC Rebirth first issues of Suicide Squad and Harley Quinn. As always, spoilers abound!

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Issue 8 - “Batman: Knightfall”

Wed, 07 Sep 2016 19:34:48 +0000

On this week's episode, hosts Amanda and Frank discuss Volume 1 of "Batman: Knightfall." Listen for talks regarding the Bane origin story, bad voice impressions, and why you should always make sure you know your sound engineer's name...
...We're sorry, Veronica.

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Issue 9 - “Velvet”

Wed, 14 Sep 2016 19:04:55 +0000

On this week's episode, hosts Amanda and Frank have an in-depth discussion about "Velvet" by Ed Brubaker. Also on the table are James Bond, strong female protagonists and henchmen.

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Issue 10 - Cover Talk

Thu, 29 Sep 2016 01:00:16 +0000

Amanda and Frank go back to basics with discussions about variant covers, great comic book shops, and what makes a Playboy model a Playmate.

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Issue 11 - "The Sandman" by Neil Gaiman

Thu, 06 Oct 2016 22:53:30 +0000

The hosts discuss the award-winning series The Sandman, focusing specifically on "Master of Dreams." Other topics include Vertigo history, mythology, and great cosplay ideas for the Halloween season.

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Issue 12 - “The Sheriff Of Babylon” by Tom King

Wed, 12 Oct 2016 18:39:57 +0000

Mystery book The Sheriff of Babylon is discussed by hosts Amanda and Frank. They also discuss depictions of war in comics, and argue about the correct pronunciation of artist Mitch Gerad's last name.

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Issue 13 - “Umbrella Academy” and Tangents

Wed, 19 Oct 2016 23:27:18 +0000

Amanda and Frank discuss Umbrella Academy by musician Gerard Way. When Frank goes off on a Flash tangent, Sound Engineer Trevor gets in on the action. Amanda goes off on a tangent of her own, taking on one of her favorite topics... Food.

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Issue 14 With Writers of "Deadpool: Too Soon?" and "Pathfinder: Worldscape"

Wed, 26 Oct 2016 18:17:26 +0000

Amanda and Frank get to sit down with two special industry guests to discuss their BRAND NEW releases! Joshua Corin, the writer of Deadpool: Too Soon? and Erik Mona, the writer and publisher of Pathfinder: Worldscape sit down with the hosts to discuss taking on legacy characters, responsibility to fans, and the importance of candy at signings.

Check out more from Joshua on twitter and Facebook @Joshua Corin, and catch up with Erik on Twitter @ErikMona, or like his Erik Mona Author Facebook page!

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Issue 15 - “The Walking Dead” Negan Arc

Wed, 16 Nov 2016 18:41:02 +0000

SPOILER ALERT! Amanda and Frank compare and contrast television's Negan arc of "The Walking Dead" with the "Nothing to Fear" story arc in the comic books. The two hosts have very different opinions on the show... Whose side are you on?

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Issue 16 - Dr. Strange (Film vs. Comics) and Meeting Celebrities

Wed, 30 Nov 2016 17:47:13 +0000

Amanda and Frank have VERY different experiences when they meet writer Grant Morrison before recording this podcast. The hosts then compare the new Dr. Strange film with books Dr. Strange: The Oath by Brian K. Vaughan and Dr. Strange and Dr. Doom: Triumph and Torment by Roger Stern. What did you think of the film?

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Issue 17 - Comics Economics

Wed, 07 Dec 2016 18:30:56 +0000

Amanda and Frank discuss the economy of new comic book day. Do you shop digital or in-store? What are you looking for? And, how much is too much to spend on a single issue?

Other topics include the Pokemon theme song, and the best orphan-centric comic book crossovers.

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Issue 18 - Kingdom Come by Mark Waid and Alex Ross

Wed, 14 Dec 2016 18:16:08 +0000

Amanda and Frank discuss Kingdom Come by Mark Waid and Alex Ross, based on a suggestion from a fellow podcast host.

They also recap their Thanksgivings, discuss recent Disney films and Amanda apologizes to another podcast.

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Issue 19 - X-Factor #84-89 by Peter David

Wed, 11 Jan 2017 18:54:41 +0000

On a fan recommendation, Amanda and Frank discuss part of Peter David's first X-Factor run and bid farewell to 2016.

Other topics of discussion include image manipulators, body hair, and what their "minor superpowers" would be.

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Issue 20 - Happy 20th! 2016 Recap

Wed, 18 Jan 2017 20:28:05 +0000

Happy Death of 2016! Amanda and Frank celebrate their 20th podcast and recap the year, discussing famous twitter accounts, millenials, and their 2017 Comic Book Resolutions.

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Issue 21 - LUMBERJANES and personal origin stories

Thu, 26 Jan 2017 18:35:53 +0000

Amanda and Frank delve into the well-reviewed Lumberjanes by Noelle Stevenson, Grace Ellis, Shannon Watters and Faith Erin Hicks. The discussion leads them to reflect upon their own childhoods and traumatic "origin stories."

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Issue 22 - MULTIVERSITY by Grant Morrison

Thu, 02 Feb 2017 01:16:02 +0000

Amanda and Frank explore the vast and complicated world of Grant Morrison's Multiversity. Pick your favorite Earth! Other topics include commissioning original art and Jim Lee's work schedule.

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Issue 23 - The Dark Phoenix Saga and Meeting BKV

Thu, 09 Feb 2017 20:12:45 +0000

Amanda meets Brian K. Vaughan before the podcast and Frank listens to her lose her mind about it! Then they discuss the Dark Phoenix Saga arc in Uncanny X-Men. Other topics include the appropriateness of mouth kissing and the importance of specificity in titles.

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Issue 24 - The epic LEGO BATMAN MOVIE NSN Crossover

Wed, 22 Feb 2017 20:01:17 +0000

Amanda and Frank join forces with the wonderful hosts of TIMM TALK and A PODCAST OF TWO WORLDS for an epic Nerdist School Network Crossover! The topic on the table? The LEGO BATMAN MOVIE.

Check out everything Batman on the Timm Talk podcast on Podbean and iTunes and tweet at the guys using @TimmTalkPod.

Check out everything Flash on A Podcast of Two Worlds, available on Soundcloud and iTunes, and find the guys on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/podcastof2worlds/

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Issue 25 - Daredevil - Born Again - #227-233

Thu, 02 Mar 2017 17:33:52 +0000

Amanda and Frank discuss Frank Miller's Daredevil run #227-233. Other topics include the ultimate bad guy Kingpin, and Frank's strong opinions on Daredevil's original yellow costume versus the red.

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Issue 26 - The epic LOGAN MOVIE NSN Crossover

Tue, 04 Apr 2017 20:35:17 +0000

Amanda and Frank join forces with the wonderful hosts of TIMM TALK and A PODCAST OF TWO WORLDS for an epic Nerdist School Network Crossover! We discuss the new LOGAN film. Spoilers abound, but if you haven't seen it yet... What are you doing here?

Check out everything Batman on the Timm Talk podcast on Podbean and iTunes and tweet at the guys using @TimmTalkPod.

Check out everything Flash on A Podcast of Two Worlds, available on Soundcloud and iTunes, and find the guys on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/podcastof2worlds/

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Issue 27 - The VERY (not really) Serious Issue

Wed, 05 Apr 2017 19:32:41 +0000

Amanda and Frank decide to be serious podcast hosts and it lasts about 45 seconds. Topics of discussion include how comic book crossovers have changed over the years, the new Batwoman series, and sinkholes.

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Issue 28 - DC: The New Frontier with Timmtalk's Chris Lord

Wed, 19 Apr 2017 20:49:44 +0000

The hosts have special guest Chris Lord (from the popular "Timm Talk" podcast) to discuss one of his favorite books! DC: The New Frontier is an Eisner, Harvey and Shuster Award-winning limited series written and drawn by Darwyn Cooke. Also discussed are "Fifth Week Books," and Trevor gets a microphone!

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And make sure to check out Timm Talk:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/timmtalkpod

IG: https://www.instagram.com/timmtalkpod

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/timmtalkpod/

Issue 29 - The Wicked + The Divine

Thu, 27 Apr 2017 20:56:10 +0000

Amanda and Frank record in a new location and have to deal with it. This week's reading is the wildly popular The Wicked + The Divine written by Kieron Gillen and illustrated by Jamie McKelvie. They also introduce a new "Mystery Bag" segment. WHAT'S IN THE BAAAAG?!?

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Issue 30 - The epic GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY: VOL 2 NSN Crossover

Wed, 17 May 2017 20:50:41 +0000

Amanda and Frank join forces with the wonderful hosts of TIMM TALK and A PODCAST OF TWO WORLDS for another epic Nerdist School Network Crossover! Today, we're discussing the Marvel film GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY: VOL. 2!

What did you think of the action sequences, the soundtrack, and Baby Groot? We've got a lot to say... Take a listen!

Check out everything Batman on the Timm Talk podcast on Podbean and iTunes and tweet at the guys using @TimmTalkPod.

Check out everything Flash on A Podcast of Two Worlds, available on Soundcloud and iTunes, and find the guys on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/podcastof2worlds/

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Issue 31 - The epic WONDER WOMAN MOVIE NSN Crossover

Wed, 14 Jun 2017 20:50:37 +0000

The Novice & Frank join forces with the hosts of TIMM TALK and A PODCAST OF TWO WORLDS for another epic Nerdist School Network Crossover! Today, we're discussing the DC film WONDER WOMAN!

Spoilers abound on this podcast, where we discuss the movie along with fight sequences, feminism in film and what's coming next from DC.

Check out everything Batman on the Timm Talk podcast on Podbean and iTunes and tweet at the guys using @TimmTalkPod.

Check out everything Flash on A Podcast of Two Worlds, available on Soundcloud and iTunes, and find the guys on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/podcastof2worlds/

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Issue 32 - CATWOMAN: SELINA'S BIG SCORE

Thu, 06 Jul 2017 22:23:22 +0000

Amanda and Frank discuss Catwoman: Selina's Big Score by Darwyn Cooke, recommended on twitter by listener Bernie Gonzalez @12amMystery. Thanks, Bernie! Also, a dip into the Mystery Bag introduces a conversation about the super rad cover art of the 90's,

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Issue 33 - The epic SPIDER-MAN:HOMECOMING NSN Crossover

Wed, 02 Aug 2017 21:01:58 +0000

The Novice & Frank join forces with the hosts of TIMM TALK and A PODCAST OF TWO WORLDS for another epic Nerdist School Network Crossover! Today, we're discussing the Marvel film SPIDER-MAN : HOMECOMING!

The gang also discusses the new Marvel Live! show, and plays an enthusiastic game of F*ck, Marry, Kill with pretty much all of the Avengers.

Check out everything Batman on the Timm Talk podcast on Podbean and iTunes and tweet at the guys using @TimmTalkPod.

Check out everything Flash on A Podcast of Two Worlds, available on Soundcloud and iTunes, and find the guys on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/podcastof2worlds/

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Issue 34 - Just Excuses

Thu, 26 Oct 2017 16:41:10 +0000

The Novice & Frank get together in their secret fortress in the San Fernando Valley to answer the question you've all been wondering... Where the hell have we been?!

How many excuses can they come up with? What's Frank been up to? Is Amanda really getting married? In this short podcast, we make our apologies and hope you're still listening.

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Issue 35 - KINGSMAN: Golden Circle Vs. Red Diamond

Fri, 03 Nov 2017 06:33:44 +0000

Amanda and Frank saw the highly-anticipated film "Kingsman: The Golden Circle," and guess what? They've got thoughts! Join them as they discuss the sequel versus the original Kingsman film, and compare it to the comic book series by Mark Millar and Dave Gibbons. Spoilers abound!

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Issue 36 - The epic THOR: RAGNAROK NSN Crossover

Wed, 15 Nov 2017 21:30:20 +0000

The Novice & Frank join forces with the hosts of TIMM TALK and A PODCAST OF TWO WORLDS for another epic Nerdist School Network Crossover! Today, we're discussing the Marvel film THOR : RAGNAROK!

With Amanda gone, the boys get together to discuss the new Thor film. Will their combined manliness be too much to handle? Listen and find out! Additional topics of discussion include Superhero Buns, casting, and a realistic look at superhero franchise longevity.

Check out everything Batman on the Timm Talk podcast on Podbean and iTunes and tweet at the guys using @TimmTalkPod.

Check out everything Flash on A Podcast of Two Worlds, available on Soundcloud and iTunes, and find the guys on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/podcastof2worlds/

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Issue 37 - The epic JUSTICE LEAGUE NSN Crossover

Thu, 30 Nov 2017 22:18:37 +0000

The Novice & Frank join forces with the hosts of TIMM TALK and A PODCAST OF TWO WORLDS for another epic Nerdist School Network Crossover! Today, we're discussing DC's film JUSTICE LEAGUE!

The team Unites the Five (one guy was sick) for an opinionated chat on the highly-anticipated Justice League movie. They talk casting and director choices, the villains they wanted to see, and all agree that the real hero was Aquaman's butt.

Check out everything Batman on the Timm Talk podcast on Podbean and iTunes and tweet at the guys using @TimmTalkPod.

Check out everything Flash on A Podcast of Two Worlds, available on Soundcloud and iTunes, and find the guys on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/podcastof2worlds/

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Issue 38 - NIGHTWING

Thu, 07 Dec 2017 22:21:03 +0000

Amanda and Frank get together to discuss DC's comic book series "Nightwing" on a listener recommendation. Thanks, Mario! They also play a few rounds of "What's In the Bag?" and discuss the ins and outs of their personal celebrity encounters.

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Issue 39 - The epic THE LAST JEDI NSN Crossover

Wed, 03 Jan 2018 21:39:48 +0000

The Novice & Frank join forces with the hosts of TIMM TALK and A PODCAST OF TWO WORLDS for another epic Nerdist School Network Crossover! Today, we're discussing Star Wars: The Last Jedi!

The nerdiest of the Nerdist School Network gang are all here to chat in their very last Crossover of 2017. What did we think of Star Wars: The Last Jedi? Did we love it, or was it met with… Resistance? (That last bit was totally stolen from Timm Talk). Listen now and let us know if you agree!

Check out everything Batman on the Timm Talk podcast on Podbean and iTunes and tweet at the guys using @TimmTalkPod.

Check out everything Flash on A Podcast of Two Worlds, available on Soundcloud and iTunes, and find the guys on facebook at https://www.facebook.com/podcastof2worlds/

Agree? Disagree? Have a recommendation? Email TheNoviceAndFrank@gmail.com or Tweet to us using #TheNoviceAndFrank.

Find Frank on twitter/instagram @HappyGoJackie

Find Amanda's comic book schtuff @comicbooknovice on twitter/instagram, and personal shiz @barneswrites

Issue 40 - TANK GIRL

Sat, 05 May 2018 18:18:57 +0000

WHOA! We dug through our archives and found a previously unreleased episode! Amanda and Frank discuss the punk rock anarchist character Tank Girl, recommended by a listener. Thanks for the rec, Blair!

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