Episode 30: Comics In Disney
On vacation at DisneyWorld and Universal in Orlando, I looked for comic books. Of course.
Pipeline and Sundry: Asterix for Free, Tribute to Tome, and Funko Pops
Looking ahead to Angouleme Awards and France’s comics celebration in 2020. Plus, Spirou salutes Tome, and Asterix is free!
Episode 29: The Grande Odalisque, v1
A pair of daring art thieves attempts to steal a painting out of the Louvre in broad daylight. What are the odds of THAT working out?
Episode 28: Freaks’ Squeele v1: A French “Buffy”/Manga Style Series
“Freaks’ Squeele” is a fun series centered on a high school of powered misfits and the agonizing training they’re subject to.
Episode 27: Are You Too Quick to Judge?
Have you ever flipped through a comic or looked at some preview pages on-line and dismissed it quickly? Maybe its art works better in context.
Asterix v38: “Asterix and the Chieftain’s Daughter”
The fourth book in the Ferri/Conrad era, “Asterix and the Chieftain’s Shield” is a strong comedy, in which Asterix and Obelix must protect Vercingetorix’s daughter from Caesar.
Episode 26: Art Doesn’t Need to be Perfect
The neoclassical movement in France led to “Le Grande Odalisque,” a painting that shows us that anatomical perfect isn’t always perfect art. Are you listening comic book fans?
Episode 25: First Thoughts on Asterix and the Chieftain’s Daughter
While I work on writing my review, I recorded a podcast with my first thoughts on the latest Asterix volume, “Asterix and the Chieftain’s Daughter.”
Episode 24: Black Water Lilies – A Mystery with a Twist!
A wonderful murder/mystery, “Black Water Lilies” will leave you guessing until the last minutes, then turning the book back to the beginning to reread the whole thing.
The Grande Odalisque, v1: A Heist With Fun Personality
Carole and Sam make for a great art heist team. But when they bring on a new partner and attempt The Louvre, can they possibly succeed? “The Grande Odalisque” will show you.