Episode 350: Ask a Black Nerd Part 2

Following up on our first part, Ask a Black Nerd Part 1, we bring you, part 2.  In this episode, Terence, Ted, and Trevor answer your Facebook questions.  What were their answers?  There is only one way to find out.  Just listen.

Runtime 1 hour 7 minutes 12 seconds

Click to view the National Trevor: The Movie pilot/trailor

Click to view the National Trevor: The Movie pilot/trailor

Episode 304: Comics Elimination 2013 Round 3 and 4

This week on the Dollar Bin we tackle the Rounds of 16 and 8 of the Comics Book Elimination Challange.  We also get to know a little more about contributor, Ted, and recap up-to-date bracket results with Shawn.  If you missed last weeks show because I posted it late, be sure to go back and get it.

Runtime 30 minutes 32 seconds

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Episode 303: Comics Elimination 2013 Round 2

Image by Sanford GreeneIt’s that waaaay past time again to work our way through the Dollar Bin Comics Elimination Challange.  This week you will hear us narrow down the list to 16.  Who will make the cut?  How should I know.  We recorded this 3 months ago.  Also, special guest Sanford Greene helps us kick things off, so we can help promote his upcoming Kickstarter project.

Runtime 40 minutes 18 seconds

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Episode 301: Comics Elimination 2013 Round 1

Image by Robert UllmanWell, it’s that time of year again… a few months ago.  It’s that time again for the Dollar Bin crew to put their vote where there mouth is and work together to decide the greatest comic series of our time.  Or, at least what’s cool.  This is Round One of comics elimination.  Anything that’s gets past us here is a least worth checking out.

Runtime 51 minutes 49 seconds

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Episode 298: Dollar Bin Awards Best of 2012

Episode 298:  Dollar Bin Awards Best of 2012

This year the Dollar Bin Awards was quite a roller coaster ride.  We closed the polls earlier than ever and then couldn’t get together to present the dang things.  Well, here it is, your 2012 best of comics according to you, the Dollar Bin listeners.

Runtime 1 hour 29 minutes 54 seconds

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Episode 288: Charlotte Minicon 2013

Image from Heroes Aren’t Hard to FindThis week the Dollar Bin meets up for the first time in a few and it’s all thanks to Heroes Aren’t Hard to Find’s not so Minicon.  This year we dug the boxes, hit up the artists, rained the money, and didn’t record any of it.  What we bring you instead is the mind of Jason Wheatley.

Runtime 50 minutes 4 seconds

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Discussion: The Gang Tries to Talk Superior Spidey

This week we offer a media barrage of Skype, phone, and in studio as Ted, Devin and Adam get together over America’s digital infrastructure to bring you a discussion on the topic of Superior Spider-Man.  Expect many other topics and very little actual information, but quite a few laughs.

Runtime 54 minutes 11 seconds

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Discussion: HeroesCon 2012 Wrap-Up

Image by Robbi RodriguezIts finally here folks, the HereosCon 2012 wrap-up show.  Join Adam, Brian, Shawn, Ted, and Tee as they discuss their latest trip to HeroesCon.  If we say anything snarky that offends you or completely forgot you then I apologize.  6 hours of sleep over 4 days will do that.  In short, we had fun.

Runtime 1 hour 57 minutes 12 seconds

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Event: Charlotte Minicon 2012

Cliff Chiang at the Charlotte Minicon 2012In an amazing turn of events 98% of Dollar Bin East joined forces at the Charlotte Minicon, presented by Heroes Aren’t Hard to Find, to round up the topics and guests floating around the venue and hog-tied them in a rather fine package.  Listen for guests Sanford Greene, Bridgit Scheide, Cliff Chiang and special guest interviewer Izzy.

Runtime 58 minutes 23 seconds

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Discussion: DC Talk - Relaunch Part 2

Image by Bradd PartonContinuing our Dollar Bin coverage of the DC “relaunch” we discuss the rest of DCs 52 titles as well as how we feel about the digital age and what it means for our friends the comic book stores.  Will it revitalize or will it destroy?  Are we all a little over dramatic?

This week’s image is by our good friend Bradd Parton.  It’s an Alphasketch.  Click on the image to check the detail, every letter used once and none more.  Check out Bradds’ weekly contests over on his site, Alpha-Sketch.com

Runtime 56 minutes 33 seconds

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Discussion: DC Talk - DC Relaunch Part 2

Discussion: DC Talk - Relaunch Part 1

Image by Shawn DaughheteeRecently DC has “announced” an upcoming relaunch being tagged at DCNU (that’s unfortunate).  Join Adam Brian, Shawn and Ted as they discuss where they stand on these changes as well has their hopes, aspirations and opinions on Pop music.

Runtime 1 hour 10 minutes 42 seconds

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Discussion: DC Talk - DC Relaunch Part 1

Discussion: Thor Movie Review

The Thor movie has been in theaters for a few weeks now and a few Dollar Bin contributors have made the time to bring you the most accurate review of the top office hit to date.  Join Adam, Joel, Shawn, and Ted as they discuss the this Marvel movie adaptation.

Runtime 47 minutes 47 seconds

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Discussion: Thor Movie Review

Discussion: Dollar Bin Awards 2011

Its that time of the year again.  That’s right, awards season and just like every other committee that clings to the coattails of the talented the Dollar Bin have their own awards show.  Welcome to the 2010 Dollar Bin Awards where dreams are fulfilled and feelings are hurt.  Come for the results.  Stay for the witty banter.

Runtime 1 hour 06 minutes 04 seconds

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Results

Writer (of the Year):  Jason Aaron

Artist:  Francesco Francavilla

Colorist:  Laura Martin

Cover Artist:  Chrissie Zullo

Issue:  Thor: The Mighty Avenger #4

Series:  The Sixth Gun

Graphic Novel:  Parker: The Outfit

Publisher:  DC/Vertigo

Comic Related Media:  Scott Pilgrim vs the World

Comics Moment:  Nothing Stands Out

Most Under-Appreciated:  The Sixth Gun (Irony)

Most Confusing:  Return of Bruce Wayne

Most Disappointing:  Shadowland

Interview/Guest:  Neal Adams

Missing From 2010 You’d Like to See in 2011: Berni Wrightson

Contribution Winners: Mitch Rogers, Matthew Guy, Matt Plumber, Scott Dunlap, Mark Sullivan

Discussion: Dollar Bin Awards 2010

Discussion: Thor, The Mighty Avenger

Thou art rockin’ the Thor with the Dollar Bin.  There has been quite a bit of chatter on the InterWebs about Thor: The Mighty Avenger over the last few months and its been no different within the DollarBinWebs.  Its not all roses and unicorns in this episode as the Dollar Bin discusses Thor: The Mighty Avenger, but don’t worry, its not raptors and poison sumak either.

Runtime: 1 hour 19 minutes 27 seconds

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Discussion: Comical Resolutions 2011

Piggy backing off of Heather’s recent article of the very similar name a snowed in Shawn and Adam decided the best way to spend their time (and your’s) was to call Dollar Bin contributors and ask them what their Comic related resolutions of 2011 were.  Enjoy.

Runtime: 28 minutes 51 seconds

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Discussion: Comical Resolutions 2011

Discussion: A Very Thankful Thanksgiving

In this episode to the Dollar Bin, joined by Henry Eudy, discusses everything from 2010 they are thankful for:  Boom! Studios, IDW, Marvel, AdHouse, Dark Horse, Image, Buenaventura Press, Thor: The Mighty Avenger, Zatanna, Cowboy Ninja Viking, Cinderella: From Fabletown with Love, Parker: The Outfit, Set to Sea, Red Moon, Crogan’s March, Francesco Francavilla, Brian Bolland, Tim Sale, Mark Brooks, Walking Dead, Pat Lewis, Ed Piskor, and more.

Runtime: 1 hour 29 minutes 25 seconds

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Discussion: A Very Thankful Thanksgiving

Discussion: Comics Reviews and Recap

In this special Dollar Bin mash up you’ll get to expirience 2 great Dollar Bin flavors in one.  The first part of this extravaganza is a round table discussion of what the Dollar Bin’s been reading this past week. THe second part is Adam and Shawn recapping the UPSTATE: Superhero Swap and Shop comic swap meet event.  I am extremely tired.

Runtime: 55 minutes 37 seconds

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Discussion: Comic Reviews and Recap