Geekerific Podcasts

ATFP, Episode 0: F-Zero

Luke Matthews — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Episode 0 of the After The Fact podcast is finally here! On this show, the ATFP crew discusses their gaming history, the perils of exploding drones, and the SNES classic F-Zero.

This episode's music: "F-Zero - Big Blue" by Retro Remix Revue (opening)

ATFP, Episode 1: Castlevania

Luke Matthews — Sun, 7 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses delicious wall meat, those $&#?% medusa heads, and the NES classic Castlevania!

This episode's music: "Castlevania" by The Minibosses (opening & closing)

ATFP, Episode 2: A Link to the Past

Luke Matthews — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the death of the classic arcade, frustrating dungeon runs, and the SNES favorite The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past!

This episode's music: "A Link To The Past (Metal)" by Vimavare (opening); "Zelda Orchestral Suite" composed by Koji Kondo, performed by the Boston Pops (closing)

ATFP, Episode 3: Sonic The Hedgehog

Luke Matthews — Sun, 28 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses terrible controller design, Doctor Robotnik as a sex offender, and the beloved Genesis classic Sonic The Hedgehog!

This episode's music: "Sonic the Hedgehog - Green Hill Zone" by Retro Remix Revue (opening & closing)

ATFP, Episode 4: Super Mario World

Luke Matthews — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this plus-sized episode, the ATFP Crew discusses Final Fantasy hatred, the Gyllenhaalness, and the most beloved pack-in game of all time, Super Mario World!

This episode's music: "Super Mario World ROCK!" by SoundShifter (opening); "Super Mario World - Overworld BGM, Ending" by Retro Remix Revue (closing)

ATFP, Episode 5: Gauntlet II

Luke Matthews — Sun, 21 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew discusses their hatred for double-dipping, the merits of local multiplayer, and the hit arcade classic Gauntlet II!

This episode's music: "Gauntlet: Seven Sorrows Title" composed by Alexander Brandon & Rod Abernathy, performed by Seattle Northwest Sinfonia (opening & closing)

ATFP, Episode 6: Secret of Mana

Luke Matthews — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this doozy of an episode, the ATFP crew discusses choosing the right console, poor game design choices, and the SquareSoft classic RPG Secret of Mana!

This episode's music: "Secret of Mana Dark Star Scherzo (OC ReMix)" by Jormungand (opening & closing)

ATFP, Episode 7: U.N. Squadron

Luke Matthews — Sun, 18 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Pat's unfortunate skateboard adventure, absurdly priced rarities, and Capcom's classic SNES shooter U.N. Squadron!

This episode's music: "Area 88 - Frontline Base" by Benevolent Demise (opening & closing)

ATFP, Episode 8: Cave Story

Luke Matthews — Sun, 2 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses their hatred for DRM, video game museums, and the one-man retro gaming phenomenon that is Cave Story!

This episode's music: "Nemesis" by Divine Wrath (opening); "Cave Story Theme (Remix)" by Pixel (remixed by Koolfox) (closing)

ATFP, Episode 9: Streets of Rage Trilogy

Luke Matthews — Sun, 16 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, a modified ATFP crew discusses retro gaming conventions, repetetive gameplay, and a trio of classic Sega Genesis brawlers called Streets of Rage!

This episode's music: "Streets of Rage Tribute" by Andy Gillion (opening); "Streets of Rage (Piano)" by Zineb (closing)

ATF's Shorts: Arcade Liquidation Sale

Luke Matthews — Sun, 23 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses their trip to a ridiculous sale of arcade cabinets.

ATF's Shorts: Pilotwings

Luke Matthews — Sun, 30 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT

A tron-less ATFP crew discusses the SNES launch classic Pilotwings!

ATFP, Episode 10: Super Mario Land

Luke Matthews — Sun, 6 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Christina's Hawaii vacation, the validity of the podcast, and the first ever handheld platformer, Super Mario Land!

This episode's music: "Super Mario Land (Remix)" by newskies (opening); "Go Mario Go! (Radio Version)" by Ambassadors of Funk (closing)

ATF's Shorts: Excitebike

Luke Matthews — Sun, 13 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses the iconic Nintendo motocrosser, Excitebike!

ATFP, Episode 11: Actraiser

Luke Matthews — Sun, 20 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses new gaming hardware, E3 retro game remakes, and the beloved SNES action/sim Actraiser!

This episode's music: "Fillmore" by MegaDriver (opening); "Kassandora" by MegaDriver (closing)

ATF's Shorts: Donkey Kong

Luke Matthews — Sun, 27 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses the most famous giant monkey in video game history, Donkey Kong!

ATFP, Episode 12: Splatterhouse

Luke Matthews — Sun, 4 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses stealing broken X-Boxes, heroes with loaded pants, and the TurboGrafx horror-fest Splatterhouse!

This episode's music: "SplatterHouseMix" by Jose Rodriguez (opening); "Splatterhouse, Cathedral" by Nino (closing)

ATF's Shorts: Balloon Fight

Luke Matthews — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses Nintendo's family-friendly jouster, Balloon Fight!

ATF's Shorts: Bubble Bobble

Luke Matthews — Sun, 18 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses Bub and Bob's first adventure, Bubble Bobble!

ATFP, Episode 13: Final Fantasy IV

Luke Matthews — Sun, 25 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses everyone buying Limbo, awesome ComiCon counter-protesters, and one of the most famous SNES RPG's of all time, Final Fantasy IV!

This episode's music: "Battle With the Four Fiends" by The Black Mages (opening); "Into the Darkness (Celtic Moon Version)" composed by Nobuo Uematsu and performed by Maire Breatnach (closing)

ATFP, Episode 14: Classic Gaming Expo

Luke Matthews — Sun, 1 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses rediculous Vegas hotel rooms, the relativity of rarity, and one of the largest events in classic video gaming, the Classic Gaming Expo!

This episode's music: "Brand New Colony" by The Postal Service (opening & closing)

ATFP, Episode 15: Super Metroid

Luke Matthews — Sun, 22 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the phenomenon of Blizzard, games that sucked their lives away, and the SNES action-adventure legend Super Metroid!

This episode's music: "Metroid" by The Minibosses (opening); "Brinstar" by Stemage (closing)

ATFP, Episode 16: PAX Day 1

Luke Matthews — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ATFP is at PAX! On this episode, the ATFP crew welcomes special guest Jeff Kalles of Penny Arcade and discusses hypocritical geek elitism, emotional impact in video games, and the sanitary nature of vinyl!

This episode's music: "Mega Man 2" by The Minibosses (opening & closing)

ATFP, Episode 17: PAX Day 2

Luke Matthews — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ATFP is at PAX! On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses peeing with the R Trigger, annoying PAX panel question-askers, and Patrick's unhealthy obsession with Duke Nuke 'Em!

This episode's music: "Mega Man 2" by The Minibosses (opening); "Backseat Driver" by Leif Chappelle (closing)

ATFP, Episode 18: PAX Day 3

Luke Matthews — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ATFP is at PAX! On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Mikeatron's really good dump at PAX, the good, the bad, and the ugly of PAX cosplay, and some other crap about video games or something!

This episode's music: "Mega Man 2" by The Minibosses (opening & closing)

ATFP Bonus Stage: PAX Wrap-Up

Luke Matthews — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ATFP is at PAX! On this special BONUS episode, the ATFP crew discusses the growth and expansion of PAX, capacity crowds for live D&D, and Mikeatron and Jeff's lesbian relationship!

This episode's music: "Mega Man 2 - Flashman" by The Advantage (opening & closing)

ATFP Bonus Stage: A Conversation With Adam Dorsey

Luke Matthews — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this special BONUS episode, Adam Dorsey joins the ATFP crew to discuss tragic childhood video game purchases, the merits and flaws of acheivements, motion-controlled Heavy Rain, and Adam's uncomfortable excitement for Dance Central!

This episode's music: "Ikari Warriors" by The Minibosses (opening & closing)

ATFP, Episode 19: Portland Retro Gaming Expo

Luke Matthews — Sun, 19 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ATFP is at PRGE! On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses getting their moms into video games, the buyer's confusion (not remorse) of game collectors, and the Pacific Northwest's premier classic gaming event, Portland Retro Gaming Expo!

This episode's music: "Brand New Colony" by The Postal Service

ATFP Bonus Stage: PRGE Interview

Luke Matthews — Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

ATFP is at PRGE! On this special BONUS episode, Luke interviews Rick Weis, John Hancock, and Chuck Van Pelt, three of the primary organizers of Portland Retro Gaming Expo!

This episode's music: "Brand New Colony" by The Postal Service

ATFP, Episode 20: ToeJam & Earl

Luke Matthews — Mon, 4 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses terrible writing in good video games, uses the word "Random" 273 times, and ruminates on the goofy Genesis cult-classic ToeJam & Earl!

This episode's music: "ToeJam & Earl Theme Song" by John Baker (opening); "Mellow Groove" by John Baker (closing)

ATF's Shorts: Metro Cross

Luke Matthews — Sun, 10 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses Christina's obscure childhood favorite, Metro Cross!

ATFP, Episode 21: Haunting Starring Polterguy

Luke Matthews — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the past and future of indie games, Mikeatron's "Rubber Fist" rating scale, and the unclassifiable Genesis fright-fest Haunting Starring Polterguy!

This episode's music: "Polterguy's Dilemma" by Tony Berkeley, Michael Bartlow>, and Don Veca (opening & closing)

ATF's Shorts: Super Dodgeball

Luke Matthews — Sun, 24 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses one of Luke's favorite multiplayer NES games, Super Dodgeball!

ATFP, Episode 22: Super Ghouls 'n Ghosts

Luke Matthews — Sun, 31 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the importance of backward compatibility, Capcom's propensity for hurting people, and the insanely difficult Super Ghouls 'n Ghosts!

This episode's music: "Ghosts 'n Goblins" by The Advantage (opening); "Ghosts 'n Goblins" by The Minibosses (Closing)

ATF's Shorts: Cho Aniki

Luke Matthews — Sun, 7 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses the most homoerotic shooter ever made, Cho Aniki!

ATFP, Episode 23: Kirby's Adventure

Luke Matthews — Sun, 14 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses spending 300 hours on a single game, synthesized voices on 8-bit systems, and the super-pink NES cute-fest Kirby's Adventure!

This episode's music: "The Ballad of Sir Kibbles" by Suzumebachi (opening); "Creampuff Starship" by analoq (Closing)

ATF's Shorts: Paperboy

Luke Matthews — Sun, 21 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses the most exciting newspaper delivery game of all time, Paperboy!

ATFP, Episode 24: Bonk's Adventure

Luke Matthews — Sun, 28 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Leif's inability to remember what he's talking about, Luke's inability to spell simple words, and Hudson's attempt to create a mascot for the TurboGrafx-16, Bonk's Adventure!

This episode's music: "Prehistoric Xmas" by DJ Pretzel (opening & closing)

ATF's Shorts: Urban Champion

Luke Matthews — Sun, 5 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses the first NES head-or-gut punching game, Urban Champion!

ATFP, Episode 25: Mega Man 1 & 2

Luke Matthews — Sun, 12 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the most terrifyingly annoying sound in video games, Mikeatron's infinite loop of teleport block purgatory, and the first two adventures of the legendary Blue Bomber, Mega Man 1 & 2!

This episode's music: "Mega Man 2" by The Minibosses (opening); "Mega Man 2 - Stage Select and Metal Man" by The Advantage

ATF's Shorts: Ice Climber

Luke Matthews — Sun, 19 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses Popo and Nana's one and only adventure, Ice Climber!

ATFP, Episode 26: Metal Slug

Luke Matthews — Mon, 27 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the horrors of the 2D-to-3D transition period, resetting a game for 5 hours for a silver trophy, and the seminal Neo Geo arcade shooter, Metal Slug!

This episode's music: "Rocket Lounger" by virt (opening & closing)

ATF's Shorts: Clu Clu Land

Luke Matthews — Sun, 2 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The ATFP crew discusses one of the strangest 8-bit action/puzzlers, Clu Clu Land!

ATFP, Episode 27: Donkey Kong Country

Luke Matthews — Sun, 9 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Luke's trials with Sony customer support, Mikeatron's tribulations with an exploding face, and the triumphant(?) return of the original 400lb gorilla in Donkey Kong Country!

This episode's music: "Donkey Kong Country Medley" by Nain Anglais (opening); "Fear Factory" by Anton Norling (closing)

ATFP Bonus Stage: Best of 2010

Luke Matthews — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Take a look back at the ATFP crew's first year on the air with this random collection of clips cobbled together in no discernible order... Some are funny, some are thoughtful, and some are just weird, but they all remind us why we love listening to these guys blabber on about the games we remember so fondly.

ATFP, Episode 28: Chrono Trigger

Luke Matthews — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this epic 1 year anniversary episode, the ATFP Crew discusses NGP zombies getting plowed over by busses, urteter nuytre, and quite possibly the best JRPG on the SNES, Chrono Trigger!

ATFP, Episode 29: Kid Chameleon

Luke Matthews — Sun, 13 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew drinks scotch and beer (not together), talks about the welcome downfall of plastic guitars, and reminisces on Sega's virtual reality badass, Kid Chameleon!

ATFP, Episode 30: Contra

Luke Matthews — Mon, 28 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses cheap combos in Marvel vs. Capcom 3, Jason making the rest of the crew look like chumps, and the game that popularized the Konami Code, Contra!

ATFP, Episode 31: Altered Beast

Luke Matthews — Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the pros and cons of Pokemon, homosexual dragons shooting lightning, and the most awesomified Genesis pack-in game, Altered Beast!

Trade Secrets, Episode 0: Origin Stories and Emerald City Comicon

Luke Matthews — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew introduces themselves and the show, discusses Andy's hatred for the DC universe, and attends Emerald City Comicon in Seattle, Washington!

ATFP, Episode 32: Bomberman '93

Luke Matthews — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Patrick being overwhelmed by the complexity of Pokemon, goffball (and sometimes naughty) peripherals for classic consoles, and the TurboGrafx16 game that helped create the Party Game genre, Bomberman '93!

Trade Secrets, Episode 1.5: Tangents, Vol. 1

Luke Matthews — Tue, 29 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Joel's disdain for Mark Millar, Andy's hatred of the DC universe, and other random tangents we had to edit out of episode 1!

Trade Secrets, Episode 2: Chew - Taster's Choice

Luke Matthews — Mon, 4 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses all the Whos in the Breakworld, Rob Liefeld's amazing overuse of ab muscles, and the first trade of the Image Comics psychic cop dramedy for foodies, Chew: Taster's Choice!

ATFP, Episode 33: Vectorman

Luke Matthews — Sun, 10 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew talks about balls... A LOT, extraordinary cases of video game rage, and one of the last great Genesis platform-shooters, Vectorman!

Trade Secrets, Episode 3: Locke & Key - Welcome to Lovecraft

Luke Matthews — Mon, 18 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Marvel & Image returning to 1995, Fox's terrible penchant for cancelling good TV shows, and the first trade of Joe Hill and Gabriel Rodriguez's tale of modern gothic horror, Locke & Key: Welcome to Lovecraft!

ATFP, Episode 34: Zombies Ate My Neighbors

Luke Matthews — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses dancy by yourself in front of your Kinect, why trophies are so damned important to trophy whores, and LucasArts' super-rad monster slay-fest, Zombies Ate My Neighbors!

Trade Secrets, Episode 4: The Unwritten - Tommy Taylor and the Bogus Identity

Luke Matthews — Mon, 2 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses currency made from ork junk (yes, THAT kind of junk), the asymptote of the precipice of pretentiousness, and the first trade of Mike Carey & Peter Gross's literary adventure, The Unwritten: Tommy Taylor and the Bogus Identity!

ATFP, Episode 35: Castlevania Bloodlines

Luke Matthews — Sun, 8 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this beer-soaked episode, the ATFP crew descends into molten incoeherency while futilely attempting to have any sort of pertinent discussion of the Genesis entry in Konami's long-running franchise, Castlevania Bloodlines!

Trade Secrets, Episode 5: The Last Days of American Crime

Luke Matthews — Mon, 16 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses the dynamic duo of Alzheimer's Mom and Dementia Dad, brainular f*ckupedness, and the Rick Remender/Greg Tocchini sci-fi noir caper, The Last Days of American Crime!

ATFP, Episode 36: A Boy and His Blob

Luke Matthews — Sun, 22 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses ridiculous energy-drink serving sizes, vomit-inducing parkour in video games, and David Crane's NES adventure opus, A Boy and His Blob!

Trade Secrets, Episode 27: Casanova Luxuria

Luke Matthews — Mon, 30 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode FROM THE FUTURE, the TSP crew discusses Luke's untimely demise while reading comics in the john, Steven McTyler Jagger Connery, and Matt Fraction & Gabriel Ba's dimension-hopping thriller Casanova: Luxuria!

ATFP, Episode 37: Gunstar Heroes

Luke Matthews — Sun, 5 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, a shortened ATFP Crew makes a few too many blowjob references, discusses rewarding douchebaggery in behavior-based payment models, and briefly mentions Treasure's Genesis cult hit Gunstar Heroes!

Trade Secrets, Episode 7: Sandman - Season of Mists

Luke Matthews — Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, Luke and Anne have a leisurely chat about DC's upcoming reboot, the disparity in quality between some of Piers Anthony's work, and the 4th trade in Neil Gaimen's seminal work Sandman: Season of Mists!

ATFP, Episode 38: Blaster Master

Luke Matthews — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew welcomes newcomer Mathew Coyne to the fray, discusses spelunking caves full of K-Y, and tears apart Sunsoft's NES platform-shooter Blaster Master!

Trade Secrets, Episode 8: Desolation Jones - Made in England

Luke Matthews — Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP Crew makes the obligatory attempt to analyze the DCU reboot, watches Luke's descent into unintentional racism, and ruminates on Warren Ellis's noir thriller Desolation Jones!

ATFP, Episode 39: Super Mario Bros. 3

Luke Matthews — Sun, 3 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew discusses Karnov's bathroom proclivities, the hygene of Magic: The Gathering players, and the pinnacle of NES platformers, Super Mario Bros 3!

Trade Secrets, Episode 9: Echo - Moon Lake

Luke Matthews — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP Crew discusses the Walking Dead spoiling its own storylines, Rob Liefeld's inability to draw two halves of the same face, and Terry Moore's foray into science-fiction, Echo: Moon Lake!

ATFP, Episode 40: Link's Awakening DX

Luke Matthews — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew discusses what they'd endure to see Julie Neumar naked, EA's gajillion-dollar acquisition of PopCap, and the Legend of Zelda's first Gameboy Color entry, Link's Awakening DX!

Trade Secrets, Episode 10: Runaways

Luke Matthews — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses the inconsistency of hardcover trade releases, odd casting choices for the Powers TV pilot, and the beginning of Brian K. Vaughn's teenage superhero journey, Runaways!

ATFP, Episode 41: Earthworm Jim

Luke Matthews — Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew discusses the natural evolution of iPhone game names, pukey the cat and his brother pissy, and Doug TenNapel and David Perry's cult platformer classic, Earthworm Jim!

Trade Secrets, Episode 11: Umbrella Academy

Luke Matthews — Sun, 7 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

BOTTLECAPS!! On this episode, the TSP crew discusses passive-agressive Portland hipsters, absurd pricing structures for digital content, and the comic written by the lead singer of My Chemical Romance, Umbrella Academy!

ATFP, Episode 42: Double Dragon

Luke Matthews — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew discusses Luke's journey to Indianapolis for GenCon, the future of Gamefly and digital game distribution, and the classic NES beat-em-up Double Dragon!

Trade Secrets, Episode 12: Scarlet

Luke Matthews — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Rob Leifeld using rufees on Robert Kirkman, what we would and would not recommend to a new comic reader, and the Bendis/Maleev vigilante revolution book Scarlet!

Geekerific PAXCasts, Day 1

Luke Matthews — Fri, 26 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the Geekerific crew discusses Andy's drinking habits, the comparative hygiene levels of gamers at different cons, and the indie games room at PAX Prime 2011!

Geekerific PAXCasts, Day 2

Luke Matthews — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, IGN Editor-in-Chief Casey Lynch and Executive Editor Greg Miller join the Geekerific crew to discuss everyone's terrible hangover from day 1, Zenimax's absurd "Scrolls" lawsuit, and our favorite indie games from PAX Prime 2011!

Geekerific PAXCasts, Day 3

Luke Matthews — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 01:18:20 GMT

On our final PAX episode, Penny Arcade's Jeff Kalles joins the Geekerific crew to discuss the labyrinth that is the Washington State Convention and Trade Center, lubricant, and highlights of the final day of PAX Prime 2011!

Trade Secrets, Episode 13: The Tooth

Luke Matthews — Sun, 4 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses the folly of allowing Jeph Loeb to wrap up a storyline, the faults of Justice League #1 and The New 52, and the Cullen Bunn/Shawn Lee/Matt Kindt horror homage The Tooth!

Hit The Deck, Episode 0: Introductions & Planeswalker Points

Luke Matthews — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the HTD crew introduces themselves, lets Clara get all gibbery over Tanto Cuore, and discusses the pros & cons of Planeswalker Points!

ATFP, Episode 43: Ogre Battle

Luke Matthews — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew discusses Luke's flighty gaming habits, Andy's obsessive gaming habits, and the most famous SNES tactical RPG Ogre Battle: March of the Black Queen!

Trade Secrets, Episode 14: American Vampire

Luke Matthews — Mon, 19 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew corrects Luke's pronunciation of "homage", Hulks more Hulks than a Hulk's Hulk, and discusses Scott Snyder & Rafael Albequerque's American Vampire!

Hit The Deck, Episode 1: Tanto Cuore

Luke Matthews — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the HTD crew discusses why Murlocs are evil, why Dwayne misevaluates new cards, and hangs out with some slutty maids!

ATFP, Episode 44: Super Mario Kart

Luke Matthews — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew discusses mormon lesbian mothers-in-law, persistent face-humping gophers, and the progenitor of all kart-racing games, Super Mario Kart!

Trade Secrets, Episode 15: Green River Killer

Luke Matthews — Mon, 3 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses sexism in the New 52, likely scenario's for Luke's untimely demise, and the Dark Horse serial killer graphic novel Greek River Killer!

ATFP, Episode 45: Adventure Island

Luke Matthews — Sun, 9 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew discusses video gamey video games, frothy t-rexes, and Hudson's flea-market Mario, Adventure Island!

Trade Secrets, Episode 16: Astonishing X-Men

Luke Matthews — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Anne's trip to Alternative Press Expo, the deep camerawork in Legend of the Overfiend, and Joss Whedon's best foray into comic books, Astonishing X-Men!

Hit The Deck, Episode 2: Star Trek DBG

Luke Matthews — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the HTD cast rages at everything, including bad Co-op modes, Murloc hookers and the Star Trek Deck Building Game!

ATFP, Episode 46: Ninja Gaiden

Luke Matthews — Sun, 23 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew discusses the semantics of calling Phoenix Jones a superhero, racist homophobia in online gaming, and the quintessential 8-bit ninja game, Ninja Gaiden!

Trade Secrets, Episode 17: PunisherMAX

Luke Matthews — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses the impracticality of trained bears as international spies, Mark Millar's inability to execute excellent ideas, and Aaron & Dillon's super-violent re-imagining of Frank Castle, PunisherMAX!

Hit The Deck, Episode 3: Penny Arcade Game

Luke Matthews — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This week, the HTD crew gives away free stuff, and announces it in their podcast, in hopes of more listeners! Oh yeah, Penny Arcade game, and Kellen talks about pegging holes.

ATFP, Episode 47: Comix Zone

Luke Matthews — Sun, 6 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP Crew rambles on and on about Starscream ordering breakfast foods, what brown can do for you, adn the comic-book inspired Sega Genesis late-arrival Comix Zone!

Trade Secrets, Episode 18: Frank Miller's Holy Terror

Luke Matthews — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this EPIC episode, the TSP crew discusses the economics of digital media pricing, how the appreciation of content can be affected by the journey to acquire it, and the worst comic of 2011, Frank Miller's Holy Terror!

ATFP, Episode 48: Super Star Wars

Luke Matthews — Sun, 4 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the FYNFY Crew discusses international thieves lifting Luke's arcade cabinets, the approach of ATFP episode 50, and the least accurate film-to-game translation on the SNES, Super Star Wars!

Trade Secrets, Episode 19: Invincible

Luke Matthews — Sun, 4 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Luke's continued NaNoMarMo adventure, sentient horse-c*ck, and Robert Kirkman's superhero opus, Invincible!

ATFP, Episode 49: Castlevania II

Luke Matthews — Mon, 5 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this lethargic episode, the ATFP crew practices their NPR voices, discusses the breeding mechanics of Infinity Blade, and flounders around in the radically different NES sequel Castlevania II!

Hit The Deck, Episode 4: Resident Evil DBG

Luke Matthews — Tue, 6 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This episode of Hit The Deck Podcast covers Magic Worlds, WoWTCG Worlds and ZombieWorld: The Deckbuilding Game (Resident Evil...) Also, penis jokes.

Trade Secrets, Episode 20: Osamu Tezuka's Adolf

Luke Matthews — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses the ego vortex created by Mark Millar interviewing Todd McFarlane, Andy's clean & sober avoidance of Thwipster, and Osamu Tezuka's historical drama Adolf!

Hit The Deck, Episode 5: Cheatyface

Luke Matthews — Thu, 5 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Dwayne finally conquers Audacity and publishes Ep5. We also discuss cheating.

ATFP, Episode 50: Mega Man X

Luke Matthews — Mon, 9 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew celebrates our 50th episode, looks back on two years of Geekerific antics, and fellates one of the best SNES games ever made, Mega Man X!

Trade Secrets, Episode 21: Criminal - Coward

Luke Matthews — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew return from their long winter break, listen to Luke crap all over Incorruptible, and discuss the Brubaker & Phillips noir thriller Criminal: Coward!

ATFP, Episode 51: River City Ransom

Luke Matthews — Wed, 1 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew sets themselves up for a kick to the balls right at the outset, cringes at Mathew's description of a Skyrim-job, and talks about the souped-up NES Double Dragon clone River City Ransom!

Trade Secrets, Episode 22: Axe Cop - Bad Guy Earth

Luke Matthews — Thu, 9 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, a three-person TSP crew discusses their choices of Battle Royale weapons, the nerd-rage over Before Watchmen, and the comic written by a 5 year old, Axe Cop: Bad Guy Earth!

ATFP, Episode 52: 8 Eyes

Luke Matthews — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Luke's brand new PS Vita, Mathew interrupting his neighbors' coitus with Macho Man Randy Savage, and one of the most insidiously awful NES games, 8 Eyes!

Trade Secrets, Episode 23: Parker - The Hunter

Luke Matthews — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Joel's man-crush on Ed Brubaker, misogyny in the noir genre, and Darwyn Cooke's adaptation of the noir classic Parker: The Hunter!

Trade Secrets, Episode 24: Tale of Sand

Luke Matthews — Mon, 12 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses dimestore psychoanalysis, Luke's debilitating head cold, and Jim Henson's lost-screenplay-turned-graphic-novel, Tale of Sand!

ATFP, Episode 53: Super Mario RPG

Luke Matthews — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the crew's favorite bands and beers, what actually happened to Christina, and the last good idea Square or Nintendo ever had, Super Mario RPG!

Trade Secrets, Episode 25: Fear Agent

Luke Matthews — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Anne's descent into Scottish insanity, Marvel's descent into event madness, and Rick Remender's creator-owned sci-fi masterpiece, Fear Agent!

ATFP, Episode 54: Rygar

Luke Matthews — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the non-portability of Sega's portable gaming systems, wild herds of rectangular black space ani, and Tecmo's classic action-platformer, Rygar!

Trade Secrets Special Issue: Emerald City ComiCon 2012

Luke Matthews — Mon, 2 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew expounds upon the wonders of Emerald City ComiCon 2012, recoils from the horrors of cosplay misfires, and interviews Count Dolby Von Luckner of the historical/fantasy webcomic Frederick The Great!

Trade Secrets, Episode 26: Level Up

Luke Matthews — Tue, 3 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses their Emerald City Comicon experiences, the dangerous effects of fellatio vortexes, and the First Second graphic novel Level Up!

Trade Secrets Interview: Michael Avon Oeming

Luke Matthews — Wed, 4 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

After The Fact host Mikeatron interviews Powers and Mice Templar artist Michael Avon Oeming at Emerald City Comicon 2012!

Trade Secrets Interview: Bryan JL Glass

Luke Matthews — Thu, 5 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Luke and Mikeatron sit down with the writer of Mice Templar, Bryan JL Glass, at Emerald City Comicon 2012!

Trade Secrets Interview: Danielle Corsetto

Luke Matthews — Fri, 6 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Anne gets a chance to talk with the brain and pen behind the long-running webcomic Girls With Slingshots, Danielle Corsetto!

Trade Secrets Interview: John Layman

Luke Matthews — Sat, 7 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Andy and Luke get a chance to talk with one of their favorite writers in comics, Chew creator John Layman!

Trade Secrets Interview: Kurtis Wiebe

Luke Matthews — Sun, 8 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Luke and Joel have a lengthy talk with Intrepids and Green Wake creator Kurtis Wiebe!

Trade Secrets Interview: Kelly Sue DeConnick

Luke Matthews — Mon, 9 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Luke and Anne talk with the writer of the recently announced revivals of Captain Marvel and Ghost, Kelly Sue DeConnick!

Trade Secrets Interview: Matt Fraction

Luke Matthews — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Andy and Luke get an opportunity to sit down with the writer of Casanova and Fear Itself, Matt Fraction!

ATFP, Episode 55: Kid Icarus

Luke Matthews — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Mikeatron's alcoholic trip to PAX East, the Pat Moening mushroom stamp of approval, and the notoriously hard NES classic, Kid Icarus!

Trade Secrets, Episode 6: Kick-Ass

Luke Matthews — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew makes wild predictions for the future, finally names a contest winner, and discusses Mark Millar's magnum opus, Kick-Ass!

Trade Secrets, Episode 28: Footprints

Luke Matthews — Mon, 7 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses "rioters" in Seattle and Phoenix Jones's impotence, how barriers to the consumption of digital content engender piracy, and the independent cryptid noir mystery, Footprints!

ATFP, Episode 56: Metal Gear

Luke Matthews — Mon, 7 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses classic gaming conventions in the Pacific Northwest, the evolution of stupid endings in video games, and Solid Snake's original outing, Metal Gear!

ATFP, Episode 57: Phantasy Star II

Luke Matthews — Mon, 14 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew introduces a new crew member in Eddie Isaac, Eddie chews gum into the mic for the whole episode, and they all discuss the Sega Genesis answer Final Fantasy, Phantasy Star II!

ATFP, Episode 58: Contra III

Luke Matthews — Tue, 29 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses shoddy law enforcement in action games, user generated content replacing development work, and the first 16-bit installment of the classic Konami franchise, Contra III: The Alien Wars!

ATFP, Episode 59: StarTropics

Luke Matthews — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Blizzarro's new psychological horror game Error 37, the lackluster showing at this year's E3, and Nintendo's 8-bit attempted Zelda clone, StarTropics!

Trade Secrets, Episode 29: Lucifer

Luke Matthews — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode the TSP crew discusses the best method of dealing with chronological inconsistencies, what exactly Joel can and cannot take, and the Mike Carey masterpiece Lucifer!

ATFP, Episode 60: Castlevania III

Luke Matthews — Sun, 24 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Seattle Retro Gaming Expo, loses twenty minutes of the recording, and eventually talks about the final 8-bit adventure of the Belmont clan, Castlevania III!

Trade Secrets, Episode 30: The Strange Talent of Luther Strode

Luke Matthews — Mon, 6 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode Joel shudders at the thought of ookie cookie, Andy forgets what episode it is, and the two of them discuss the phenomenal Strange Talent of Luther Strode!

ATFP, Episode 61: Karnov

Luke Matthews — Thu, 9 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the plight of indie developers, the fascinating Kickstartered Ouya console, and Data East's mascot-that-never-was, Karnov!

ATFP, Episode 62: Out of This World

Luke Matthews — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, Joel from the Trade Secrets podcast joins the ATFP crew to dicsuss the statute of limitations on spoilers, the stupidity of American Olympics coverage, and Delphine's cinematic 16-bit platformer, Out of This World!

ATFP, Episode 63: Ecco The Dolphin

Luke Matthews — Wed, 29 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Eddie's entry into the world of douchebaggery, the Geekerific crew's presence at PAX Prime, and the worst undersea adventure ever, Ecco The Dolphin!

Geekerific PAXCasts 2012, Day 1

Luke Matthews — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the Geekerific crew answers a bunch of listener questions, discusses their favorite games from the show floor, and generally bullshits about PAX Prime 2012!

Geekerific PAXCasts 2012, Day 3, Part 1

Luke Matthews — Tue, 4 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the Geekerific crew discusses Zima soup, barreling through convention crowds, waiting in lines to wait in more lines!

Geekerific PAXCasts 2012, Day 3, Part 2

Luke Matthews — Tue, 4 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, Penny Arcade's Jeff Kalles joins the Geekerific crew to discuss lack of impulse control, panels and panels and more panels, and Phil Gordon the Poker Ninja!

Trade Secrets, Episode 31: Catwoman

Luke Matthews — Sat, 15 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew welcomes ATFP's Eddie into the fold, regrets inviting Luke back onto the show, and discusses DC's New 52 reboot of Catwoman!

Trade Secrets, Episode 32: Blacksad

Luke Matthews — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses cannolis and gorditos, Luke's inability to let things go, and the anthropomorphic hard-boiled detective story Blacksad!

ATFP, Episode 64: Low G Man

Luke Matthews — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Major League Gaming's sketchy disqualification of League of Legends players, steel barbed cock spears, and the fan-requested Taxan platformer Low G Man!

Trade Secrets, Episode 33: Cura te Ipsum

Luke Matthews — Wed, 3 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew offers a correction to the previous episode, a contest for a free copy of The Sixth Gun, and a discussion about the web-based comic book Cura te Ipsum!

ATFP, Episode 65: Shadowrun

Luke Matthews — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses game sharing and digital distribution, cyber herpes, and both the SNES and Genesis versions of Shadowrun!

Trade Secrets, Episode 34: Batman Earth One

Luke Matthews — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses the definition of the term "super-hero" (at length), reboots of reboots of reboots, and the self-contained reboot Batman: Earth One!

ATFP, Episode 66: Bionic Commando

Luke Matthews — Sun, 28 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses grindy acheivements and trophies, Ladd Spencer giving Low G Man a handy, and Capcom's NES cult classic Bionic Commando!

Trade Secrets, Episode 35: The Mice Templar

Luke Matthews — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Anne's new comic The Bird And The Sausage, Marvel's excuse for bringing back Jean Grey, and the Bryan JL Glass & Michael Avon Oeming rodent opus The Mice Templar!

ATFP, Episode 67: Rocket Knight Adventures

Luke Matthews — Tue, 6 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses Mathew's sexy sexy half-voice, getting frustrated by Apple-haters, and the underrated Genesis gem Rocket Knight Adventures!

ATFP, Episode 68: Little Nemo

Luke Matthews — Tue, 1 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses deep-throating camels, user error vs. "f**king bulls**t", and Capcom's dreamy NES platformer Little Nemo!

Trade Secrets, Episode 36: Flex Mentallo

Luke Matthews — Tue, 1 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew rambles on about crappy '90's TV, leopard-print codpieces, and the Morrison/Quitely love letter to silver-age comics, Flex Mentallo!

Trade Secrets, Episode 37: New 52 Wonder Woman

Luke Matthews — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew Gail Simone's trials and tribulations at DC, dick puppetry, and DC's New 52 reboot of Wonder Woman!

ATFP, Episode 69: Racing Games

Luke Matthews — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the merits of Final Fantasy XII, makes stupid 69 jokes, and talks about a trio of old-school racing games: RC Pro-Am, Super Off-Road, and Rock & Roll Racing!

Trade Secrets, Episode 38: Supreme Power

Luke Matthews — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 00:01:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses the relative importance of art in comics, the pronunciation of Chris Bachalo's last name, and JMS's Squadron Supreme reboot, Supreme Power!

ATFP, Episode 70: StarFox

Luke Matthews — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew welcomes Patrick back into the fold, makes a big announcement, and discusses the classic SNES rail-shooter StarFox!

Trade Secrets, Episode 39: Secret Six

Luke Matthews — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses dudes punching dudes in the dick, chutzpah-floof, and Gail Simone's book of d-list supervillain mercs, Secret Six!

ATFP, Episode 71: Golden Axe

Luke Matthews — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses gimmicky tactics in games, ridiculous thieving gnomes, and Sega's classic arcade beat-em-up, Golden Axe!

Trade Secrets, Episode 40: Memorial

Luke Matthews — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Marvel's ridiculous policies toward hardcover trades, DC's infuriating banner ads, and IDW's modern-day fairy tale Memorial!

Trade Secrets, Episode 41: Johnny the Homicidal Maniac

Luke Matthews — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses one-note actors, DC's sub-optimal decision-making process, and Jhonen Vasquez's indie murder comic Johnny the Homicidal Maniac!

Trade Secrets at Emerald City Comicon: Ed Brisson

Luke Matthews — Mon, 4 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Emerald City Comicon 2013! On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Ed Brubaker's creepy doppleganger, vent about egotistical internet-famous cosplayers, and do a spoiler-filled interview of Comeback writer Ed Brisson!

Trade Secrets at Emerald City Comicon: Cullen Bunn

Luke Matthews — Tue, 5 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Emerald City Comicon 2013! On this episode, the TSP crew discusses our favorite Kickstarters, complains about flaky geek volunteers, and interview on of our very favorite creators, Cullen Bunn!

Trade Secrets at Emerald City Comicon: Kurtis Wiebe

Luke Matthews — Wed, 6 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Emerald City Comicon 2013! On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Luke's insane run of luck, inconsiderate con-goers, and interview Peter Panzerfaust creator Kurtis Wiebe!

Trade Secrets Bonus Issue: Morgan Jordahl, Cristina Solmaz, Evan J Peterson, & Aub Driver

Luke Matthews — Thu, 7 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Emerald City Comicon 2013! On this bonus episode, Anne takes over to chat with her friends Morgan Jordahl, Cristina Solmaz, Evan J Peterson of Minor Arcana Press, and Aub Driver of Dark Horse Comics!

Trade Secrets Bonus Issue: Julie Baroh & Mark Tedin of Krab Jab Studio

Luke Matthews — Fri, 8 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, James interviews Julie Baroh and Mark Tedin of Krab Jab Studio about their involvement in the upcoming art book, The Gathering!

Trade Secrets, Episode 42: The Twelve

Luke Matthews — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses Marvel's denial-of-service attack on ComiXology, the fallacy of piracy and DRM, and JMS's alternate-universe title The Twelve!

Trade Secrets, Episode 43: The Manhattan Projects

Luke Matthews — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, teh TSP crew discusses Michael Chabon contributing to Matt Fraction's Casanova, artists that just aren't right for the stories they're drawing, and Jonathan Hickman's wackjob historical fantasy The Manhattan Projects!

ATFP, Episode 72: I Like Turtles!

Luke Matthews — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the loss of the Strider recording, the insanity of obtaining PAX Prime passes, and a slew of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles games!

Trade Secrets, Episode 44: Hawkeye

Luke Matthews — Wed, 1 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses race-bending movie versions of comic book characters, overloaded super-hero sequels, and Matt Fraction's Marvel Now! take on Hawkeye!

ATFP, Episode 73: Strider

Luke Matthews — Wed, 8 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the ATFP crew discusses the ATFP Premium Feed, the importance of backward compatibility, and Capcom's futuristic Ninja Gaiden, Strider!

Trade Secrets, Episode 45: The Sixth Gun Vol 2

Luke Matthews — Mon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On this episode, the TSP crew discusses the insanity of Free Comic Book Day, our favorite local shops, and one of the crew's favorite books, The Sixth Gun Vol 2!