The G3eks team strolls down memory lane looking at how comic book buying (newsstand, direct market, online, etc.) has evolved during their lifetimes. But has it improved? And what's up with the convention stories? Quit yelling at clouds and tak...

The readers have spoken, and now it’s time for the G3eks team to speak about their reactions to the comic book creator runs chosen #11-100 in the recent Top 100 of All Time compiled by Brian Cronin of cbr.com. What were some of the ...

The readers have spoken, and now it’s time for the G3eks team to speak about their reactions to the comic book creator runs chosen as the Top 10 of All Time compiled by Brian Cronin of cbr.com. What’s too low? What’s too high? What’s just right...

Unpublished stories. Runs cut too short. Creative teams that never were. The G3eks team daydreams about the comic books that should have hit shelves and spinner racks. (45:59) Theme Music: “We Need a Superhero.” Music by

It’s the debut of a new monthly feature—The G3eks’ “3” Questions. This month, our team answers: (1.) Which Fantastic Four team member could lead a regular solo series today? (2.) Has trade writing hurt comic book storytelling? (3.) Which comic ...

This double-sized episode is devoted to those wide variety of comic book titles published outside the realm of Marvel and DC—the indies! We’re picking our favorite indie titles and creators from yesteryear and today…and even looking at what ele...

Time always marches on—so let’s take time to talk about legacy and replacement characters in comic books. What works? What doesn’t work? How important is legacy? Who are the best characters? The worst characters? (01:04:00)Theme Music: “...

Wait for the trade collection? But what type of trade—an omnibus or multiple volumes? Hardcover or paperback? Remastered or left alone? Are there advantages to sticking instead with single issues (don’t say “floppies” ‘round these parts)? What ...

It’s a semi-sequel to our earlier discussion about comic book adaptations. This time, the G3eks crew reverse it and casually discuss some of the movie, TV, and streaming adaptations of comic books—as well as the properties we still want to see!...

The intrepid G3eks team remembers the character of Carl Kolchak, the dogged ’70s-era newspaper reporter created by reporter/author Jeff Rice and portrayed by Darren (“A Christmas Story”) McGavin. Kolchak investigated and defeated a variety of s...

We’re covering comic book covers! G3eks Moderator Jeff Wooten and Artist Gary Lee discuss what makes an effective comic book cover, pin-up versus action cover art, the cover artists that made an impression, under-rated cover artists, and exampl...

Remember the time DC super-heroes played DC super-villains in a game of baseball? We’re revisiting “The Great Super-Star Game!” from 1976, looking at why it was influential for one member of the G3eks team, and exploring the differences between...

Continuity is one of those topics every die-hard comic book fan has an opinion about (whether positive or negative). In this episode, the G3eks team looks at the sliding timelines and universal reboots related to DC and Marvel Comics and discus...

From movies, television, and novels to toys and streaming services, the G3eks team crew reviews the adaptations that appear(ed) in comic books. What works? What doesn’t work? Why do fools fall in love? And why is the once-popular Tarzan an unde...

The G3eks crew analyzes and debates a recent Comic Vine post listing the Top 100 comic book characters with the most appearances in issues—from the Golden Age to today. Stalwarts, surprises, and shocks abound! Read the full Comic Vine list here...

What are some of the series that you first loved when introduced to comic book reading and collecting? The G3eks team reveals their answers, as well as discusses their efforts in fan art contests and letter column writing. (01:01:41)Them...

Believe it or not, comic books are more than just superheroes. The G3eks crew pick some of their favorite non-superhero genres worthy of reading and collecting—crime noir, sword & sandal, and war. From Criminal, Stray Bullets, and Conan the...

The G3eks team review a recent Newsarama list of the ten best superhero sidekicks of all-time. Do they agree? Disagree? Who would they add? Learn what they feel makes a truly great comic book superhero sidekick during their conversational discu...

Do comic strips get a little more respect than comic books? Or is that perception changing? Are comic strips and comic books evolving? We’re taking a look at some of the biggest comic strips of all-time (Peanuts, Garfield, Pogo, Calvin and Hobb...

What are the greatest comic book titles featuring super teams? Which titles have more ups than downs? What stories and creators stand out? What are low points to avoid? For our extra-sized season premiere, the G3eks team give their thoughts on ...

What Marvel anthology series did Doctor Strange first appear in? What is the secret identity of Iron Fist? Who is Nicholas Macabes? These are just a few of the questions facing our three comic-book-lovin’ contestants as they vie for the title o...

Christmas is almost here, and the G3eks team is putting together their wish list of the toy-based comic book titles that mattered to them and checking it twice. From Captain Action to Secret Wars, Micronauts to Masters of the Universe, G.I. Joe...

Do title reboots or character continuity changes affect comic book collecting habits? Join the G3eks team as they discuss this topic, as well provide some under-the-radar titles worth adding to your search list. (Runtime 46:02)Let us kno...

Both long-time and new fans will both tell you that comic book collecting can be fun—and infuriating—and the G3eks team detail things they love and things that drives them crazy about this colorful hobby. They’ll even provide advice intended to...

Relax and enjoy this special bonus Thanksgiving Day treat, as the G3eks team shares some of their thoughts about comic books and pop culture during a recent “G3eks Speak” post-recording session. Let’s talk about the greatness of Daredevil “Born...