The Eternals: Celestials Breakdown - Fireside Chats 617
The Eternals: Celestials Breakdown - Fireside Chats 617

Buckle up Firesiders, this one is a doozy. With the Eternals dropping today, we thought we should talk about Marvel’s cosmic robot gods, the Celestials since they will play an integral role in the movie. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Mashko as they break down the origins, goals, and history of the Star Giants. How do they tie into the MCU? What do they mean for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe? This is a deep deep dive so brace yourself. You thought Cable was tough to explain… So buy your tickets, Press play, and listen on the way to the theater. Welcome to Fireside!

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Morbius Fett - Fireside Chats Issue 616
Morbius Fett - Fireside Chats Issue 616

Welcome back Fireside faithful! New Trailers, New Comics, New Characters... Sounds like it's time for some New News! Join Mendte, Maurer, and Mashko as the jam pack as many comic-related current events as possible! To a new Iron Fist after Danny walks away, to Image Comics workers trying to form a union, Blade coming to Moon Knight, Jim Carrey in the MCU, the Boba Fett and Morbius trailers, and so much more! So what are you waiting for? if you read all of this you might as well hit play! Welcome to Fireside!

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Happy Halloween with Buz Hasson - Fireside Chats Issue 615
Happy Halloween with Buz Hasson - Fireside Chats Issue 615

Welcome back Fireside Faithful and happy Halloween! We are going to do things a little differently. In honor of Halloween, we thought we should talk about the Shape himself, Michael Myers. Join the monstrously malevolent Mendte, Maurer, and Mashko who are joined by Buz Hasson of the Living Corpse (this is now a tradition) as they talk about the mass murders recent theatrical… or the least Peacock outing with Halloween Kills. The guys also talk about the horror genre in general and how things have changed in the realm of slashers, ghouls, monsters, and more. Trick or Treat and Welcome to Fireside!

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Eternals Reviews and More - Fireside Chats Issue 614
Eternals Reviews and More - Fireside Chats Issue 614

Welcome back Fireside Faithful! The gang is all here so it's time for that New News! Those Comic Related Current Events! Those… You get the idea. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Mashko as they talk about those weekly comic book happenings, like Superman taking on Climate Change, a new Ghost Rider series, how DC’s Fandome did this year, Eternals Review, Ant-Man and the Wasp OoooOooo, and so much more. So at this point, you really should just hit play. I mean you read this far. I would hate for that to be a waste of time. Anywho…. Welcome to Fireside.

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DC Fandome Recap - Fireside Chats Issue 613
DC Fandome Recap - Fireside Chats Issue 613

Welcome back Fireside Faithful! It's time to finish DC’s Fandome announcements! We talk about some of the smaller bits of news on the Wednesday show, but now it's time to take on the heavy hitters. Join Mendte, Mashko, and Maurer as they break down the biggest announcements from DC’s Fandome 2021! From our first look at Black Adams and the Flash to The Batman trailer and the new Batman Animated Series for adults. Plus Peacemaker and so much more! DC came to play in 2022 and beyond. Welcome to Fireside!

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Truth, Justice, and Haboob - Fireside Chats Issue 612
Truth, Justice, and Haboob - Fireside Chats Issue 612

Greeting, salutations, and welcome back Fireside Faithful! It’s Wednesday and time for those comic-related current events, and with DC’s Fandome, this show is stacked! The gang is all here, so join Mendte, Maurer, and Mashko as they break down Superman’s new motto, the Wonder Woman Power Rangers, Milestone Media, the 2nd Hawkeye trailer, Tom Holland teasing the end of Spider-man, and the great and powerful Haboob, aka Carnage. It’s a lot… I know… press play and pace yourself. We don’t want you to pull anything. Welcome to Fireside!

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Bi-Superman, NYCC and Adam Warlock, Nuff Said - Fireside Chats Issue 610
Bi-Superman, NYCC and Adam Warlock, Nuff Said - Fireside Chats Issue 610

This week in the news, we discuss how Jonathan Kent, the newest version of Superman, is bisexual. We try to have a recap of New York Comic Con but move swiftly from NYCC to talking about our excitement for DC’s Fandome. James Gunn has confirmed who has been chosen to play Adam Warlock in Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Also since the rumor mill started churning, we have some new Howard the Duck news as well as some potential spoilers from none other than one of our favorite companies, LEGO. So please join Mr. Maurer, Huey and Mashko for these topics and more as the comic related current events continue to flow.

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VENOM 2: Let There Be Carnage REVIEW - Fireside Chats Issue 609
VENOM 2: Let There Be Carnage REVIEW - Fireside Chats Issue 609

We gave you a week, so now it’s time for our VENOM 2: Let There Be Carnage movie review. That’s right Firesiders, it’s time for the spoiler ridden show. If you haven’t seen the Eddie Brock buddy-cop movie yet, you may want to check it out first before consuming this review. Of course if you just want to hear our opinion on the movie, press play or download us from your favorite podcast platform.

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Be Cool, Venom - Fireside Chats Issue 608
Be Cool, Venom - Fireside Chats Issue 608

Welcome back Firesiders! It’s comic-related current events time! Don't read comics? First why the hell not? Second, don't worry, we have plenty of TV and movie news to go around as well… comic-related of course. Join the three Ms of madness, Mendte, Maurer, and Mashko as they talk about what's going on around the Comicsphere. From Disney settling with Scarlet Johanson, to more Daredevil coming to the MCU rumors, to getting Blade sooner than thought, and of course our thoughts on Venom 2. So buckle up bagged and boarded brethren, press play, and welcome to Fireside.

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WHAT IF What Ifs - Fireside Chats Issue 607
WHAT IF What Ifs - Fireside Chats Issue 607

Time, space, reality… Welcome back Watcher watchers! Get it… if you watch What if you are watching the Watcher…. like Uatu… the main bald guy floating out there… you get it. Anyways welcome to the What IF what if Friday show full of what ifs. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Mashko as they eventually review the latest episode with Vistron (well two of them do, and I but you can guess which two), but first the trio talks about what What If scenarios they would like to see in future seasons. So let’s jump into this latest prism of endless possibility. Follow me and ponder the question… Welcome to Fireside… Ok, not a question… but you get it.

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Marvel Sues Everyone - Fireside Chats Issue 606
Marvel Sues Everyone - Fireside Chats Issue 606

Wednesday brings so many gifts to comic fans. From countless new comic books, to just picking up your pull list - whichever it is, we offer the gift of new news for your ride to the shop! That’s right Firesiders, it’s comic-related current events time! Join the three Magnetic M’s of Madness, the Majestic M’s Mystery, the Melodramatic M’s of Maturity - Mendte, Maurer, and Mashko as they bring you the news that matters to those of us with unused bags and board. From Marvel suing to keep the rights of your favorite characters, to our first look at Doctor Doom’s Darkhold, Doom Patrol, Sandman, the Ayers cut, and so much more. Welcome to Fireside you marvelous mylar miscreants.

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The State of Batman with Corban - Fireside Chats Issue 605
The State of Batman with Corban - Fireside Chats Issue 605

Welcome back Firesiders! With Batman day recently passing, we thought it’s time to catch up with the Comic Book Barbarian himself, Corban! His opinions on Batman Forever and DVDs aside, he knows Batman like Maurer know Moon Knight. Join Mendte, Mashko, and Corban as they catch up on the Caped Crusader comics, what happened on Batman Day, Panda Girl aka the new Robin, and. Future State Joker. So grab your cape and cowl, a bagged lunch from Alfred, and hit play! He is Vengeance and we are Fireside. Welcome.

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Marvel Gets Wasted While Venom Leaks - Fireside Chats Issue 604
Marvel Gets Wasted While Venom Leaks - Fireside Chats Issue 604

Welcome back Fireside Faithful! The Confidential Crusader (Maurer) is still out doing nonspecific anti-crime/crime-related activities… so Mendte, Mashko, and Baby Huey have swooped in with those comic-related current events! From Swamp Things Green Hell, to Captain Krakoa, and Sabertooth, to the Emmy’s, Hit Monkey, and Venom 2 leaks. We have a lot to catch you up on, and we need to do so before the Confidential Crusader hits us “BAM” with an NDA. Welcome to Fireside.

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Hawkeye Breakdown Bro - Fireside Chats Issue 603
Hawkeye Breakdown Bro - Fireside Chats Issue 603

Welcome back Firesiders… Bros… It’s Friday, so you know what the means bro? It’s topic time bro! And what better topic after the release of the Hawkeye trailer than a breakdown on the man himself bro (and a few tangents thrown in there). Join Mendte Bro, Mashko Bro, and Broby Huey as they talk all things Clint Barton. From his comic book origins, that time he was Goliath, how it may tie into the Disney Plus show, the Tracksuit Draculas Bro (the bro thing makes sense when you listen), and Mendte being attacked by a toothless arthritic tiger. Yes. That happened. So give your dog a slice of pizza and hit play. Welcome to Fireside.

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Sony’s Wolverine and Vaccinated Avengers - Fireside Chats Issue 602
Sony’s Wolverine and Vaccinated Avengers - Fireside Chats Issue 602

Welcome back Fireside faithful! The gang is all here and it’s Wednesday so go get your pull list while we serenade you with come comic-related current events. Join Mendte, Maurer, and Mashko, the three M’s mad about mylar… the stuff you bag your comics in… no?… I’ll come up with something better at some point. The guys talk about the Hawkeye trailer, Death of Doctor Strange, the Avengers getting vaccinated, Shan-Chi’s second week’s numbers, Sony’s Spider-Man and Wolverine, and so much more. Don’t let your pull list just sit there… comic shop owners hate that and lose money… help’em out, pick’em up, and press play. Welcome to Fireside.

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Beep You Epic Games - Fireside Chats
Beep You Epic Games - Fireside Chats

There’s another disaster brewing in Fortnite and thanks to Epic Games, this one is really hitting home. If you remember a few months back we talked to writer Garrett Gunn about his upcoming projects which included the fabulous Warcorns: Combat Unicorns, published by Source Point Press. Well Firesiders, it looks as if Epic Games is allegedly back to it’s old ways with borrowing other people’s intellectual property and profiting of it.

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Issue 600!!! - Fireside Chats Issue 601
Issue 600!!! - Fireside Chats Issue 601

Welcome to ISSUE 600…. and 1... Ok look, we are making up for the fact we forgot to celebrate on Wednesday… ok? CAN YOU BELIEVE ITS BEEN 600 ISSUES!?! Crazy. We decided to post the Shang-Chi review Wednesday so today’s topic will be some Comic Related Current Events. After naming the MVP of the last 100 issues here at Fireside, Mendte, Mashko, and Baby Huey play a little catch-up. From the deaths in Dark Ages 1, Spider-Man now being worth more than Superman, What If Zombies, Moon Knight, Blade, Aquaman, and more. This issue is stacked. Press play, welcome to Fireside, and let us know what your favorite Fireside moments from the last couple of years!

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Shang-Chi Review - Fireside Chats Issue 600
Shang-Chi Review - Fireside Chats Issue 600

***Spoiler Alert*** Welcome to issue 600!!! Is reach 600 issues of Fireside Chats worth celebrating? YES! Did the guys forget and just act like this is any other show? YES! Fret not Firesiders, we will celebrate with some Comic related current events. They had to take a back seat to the MCU’s newest hero, Shang-Chi Legend Of The Ten Rings! That’s right Fireside faithful, join Mendte, Mashko, and Baby Huey as they break down Marvel’s newest big-screen outing. What did we think overall? How was does Shang-Chi fit into the greater MCU? What's up with the end credit scenes, and more. This is a spoiler-filled review so proceed with caution. Welcome to Fireside.

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What If Mid Season Review - Fireside Chats Issue 599
What If Mid Season Review - Fireside Chats Issue 599

Ask yourself…. WHAT IF….? Or better yet… WHEN WILL… we finally talk about WHAT IF? Well, today is the Day Firesiders! It’s time to dive into the multiverse and explore the four worlds we have seen thus far. Join Mendte, Mashko, and longtime cohort, Felix Hergood of the Emergent Gamer Podcast, as they break down the first four episodes of the MCU’s first animated show. What were the stand-out moments? What fell short? and most importantly, are we excited for more? I guess only the Watcher truly knows but I’m sure you will get a good idea of where we stand… so hit play. Welcome to Fireside!

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