Comic Picks By The Glick
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One man tries to be productive about his comic-reading hobby.
Episodes
- Comic Picks #470: X-Men -- Age of Revelation
In this episode of Comic Picks, the host reviews X-Men's Age of Revelation, suggesting that the quality depends on focusing on the correct issues. Additional reviews can be found on the Comic Picks By The Glick website.
- Comic Picks #469: Chainsaw Man, Part 2
This episode reviews Chainsaw Man Part 2, evaluating its quality as a successor to Part 1. More reviews can be found on the Comic Picks By The Glick website.
- Comic Picks #468: Imperial
Comic Picks By The Glick reviews the Marvel event "Imperial." The episode notes that while it is a mid-tier event, it still has its merits.
- Comic Picks #467: Dorohedoro
In episode 467 of Comic Picks By The Glick, the hosts review Dorohedoro. They consider the question: can you have too much of a good thing? More reviews can be found at the show's website.
- Comic Picks #466: One World Under Doom
Comic Picks By The Glick reviews the Marvel event One World Under Doom, finding it similar to prior Marvel events. Additional reviews can be found on the Comic Picks website.
- Comic Picks #465: Battle Angel Alita -- Mars Chronicle
Comic Picks #465 reviews Battle Angel Alita – Mars Chronicle. The episode notes Yukito Kishiro's continued ability to tell a good story.
- Comic Picks #464: Star Trek -- Lore War
This episode reviews the Star Trek episode "Lore War". More reviews can be found on the Comic Picks By The Glick website.
- Comic Picks #463: Best of 2025
This episode reviews the best of 2025 from creators including Bendis, Ohtagaki, Mignola, Yoshinaga, Brubaker, Nadatani, Liu, and Hickman.
- Comic Picks #462: Void Rivals vol. 4
Comic Picks reviews Void Rivals vol. 4, discussing its progression and challenges. Additional reviews can be found at https://comicpicksbytheglick.com.
- Comic Picks #461: The Flash by Simon Spurrier
In episode 461 of Comic Picks By The Glick, the host reviews The Flash by Simon Spurrier. The discussion covers 24 issues featuring two lengthy storylines and numerous high-concept science fiction elements.
- Comic Picks #460: Transformers vol. 4
In Comic Picks #460, the hosts discuss the departure of Daniel Warren Johnson from Transformers vol. 4 and the arrival of Robert Kirkman. Additional reviews can be found on their website.
- Comic Picks #459: Godzilla vs. The Marvel Universe
In episode 459 of Comic Picks By The Glick, the hosts discuss Godzilla vs. The Marvel Universe. They touch upon the question of who wins in this particular comic storyline.
- Comic Picks #458: Fist of the North Star
Comic Picks By The Glick reviews Fist of the North Star, referring to it as a Shonen Jump classic and mentioning that not all of it is included in the discussion.
- Comic Picks #457: TMNT -- The Last Ronin II: Re-Evolution
This episode of Comic Picks features a discussion about "The Last Ronin" with guest Myron. Additional reviews can be found on the Comic Picks By The Glick website.
- Comic Picks #456: Copra
This episode reviews the comic book Copra, drawing a comparison to Suicide Squad. More reviews can be found at the show's website.
- Comic Picks #455: Aliens vs. Avengers
In episode 455 of Comic Picks, the reviewer discusses the comic Aliens vs. Avengers, finding it to be less than the sum of its parts.
- Comic Picks #454: Leviathan
This episode reviews Kana's seinen series titled Leviathan. The hosts discuss whether the series, which marked the publisher's initial release, was of good quality.
- Comic Picks #453: Absolute DC
This episode of Comic Picks By The Glick, titled "Absolute DC," discusses the future of superhero comics. It explores whether 'Absolute DC' is a good example of the genre or if it has been overrated.
- Comic Picks #452: Fortune & Glory
This episode reviews the sequel to a comic considered one of Bendis's best works. Additional reviews can be found on the Comic Picks By The Glick website.
- Comic Picks #451: G.I. Joe in the Energon Universe
In episode 451 of Comic Picks By The Glick, the discussion centers on G.I. Joe's role within the Energon Universe. The episode offers a review to determine if it warrants a positive or negative reception.
- Comic Picks #450: Fantastic Four by Waid & Wieringo
Comic Picks By The Glick reviews the Fantastic Four run by Waid & Wieringo. The reviewer suggests it is a run worth your time.
- Comic Picks #449: Superman vs. Meshi
Comic Picks By The Glick reviews the Superman vs. Meshi comic, questioning the lack of discussion surrounding it.
- Comic Picks #448: Void Rivals & Transformers vol. 3
This episode of Comic Picks By The Glick reviews the third volumes of Void Rivals and Transformers. The discussion focuses on whether these volumes continue the momentum established in their predecessors.
- Comic Picks #447: Star Wars -- The Battle of Jakku
This episode reviews Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku, finding the beginning of the Alex Segura era uninspiring. Additional reviews can be found at comicpicksbytheglick.com.
- Comic Picks #446: Buried Mediocrity of Manga -- Billy Bat
This episode of Comic Picks By The Glick focuses on Naoki Urasawa's manga series, Billy Bat. The hosts discuss its perceived mediocrity and the challenges readers may face in accessing it legitimately.
- Comic Picks #445: Venom by Al Ewing (and Friends)
This episode reviews writer Al Ewing's run on Venom, discussing its interesting aspects up to the current point. More reviews can be found at comicpicksbytheglick.com.
- Comic Picks #444: Bloodborne
Steve and a guest discuss the quality of the Bloodborne comics on the 10th anniversary of the video game.
- Comic Picks #443: Jojo's Bizarre Adventure, Part 6 -- Stone Ocean
In episode 443 of Comic Picks By The Glick, the hosts discuss Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Part 6: Stone Ocean. They consider whether the series is still bizarre or has crossed into nonsensical territory.
- Comic Picks #442: Nightwing by Tom Taylor
This episode reviews Tom Taylor's run on the "Nightwing" comic, noting it as the reviewer's only and a good experience. Additional reviews can be found on the Comic Picks By The Glick website.
- Comic Picks #441: Absolute Power
In episode 441 of Comic Picks By The Glick, the hosts discuss the comic Absolute Power. They explore whether the theme of power corrupts absolutely or rocks absolutely, concluding it falls somewhere in between.
- Comic Picks #440: Amazing Spider-Man by Zeb Wells
Comic Picks #440 reviews Zeb Wells' Amazing Spider-Man, focusing on the surprising development of a friendship between Peter Parker and Norman Osborn. More reviews are available at comicpicksbytheglick.com.
- Comic Picks #439: Star Wars -- Darth Vader by Greg Pak
This episode of Comic Picks By The Glick reviews Star Wars -- Darth Vader by Greg Pak. The series is noted for being twice as long as other Vader series from Marvel.
- Comic Picks #438: Best of 2024
In episode 438 of Comic Picks By The Glick, the hosts discuss the best comics released in 2024. The episode features insights from creators including Gillen, Noda, Hickman, Spurrier, Aka, King, Kui, and Cantwell.
- Comic Picks #437: Orb -- On the Movements of the Earth
Comic Picks #437 discusses the price of knowledge and the answers found within the Orb series.
- Comic Picks #436: Star Wars by Charles Soule
Charles Soule is writing a Star Wars comic featuring Lando. The story focuses on Lando and provides him with a narrative arc he has been anticipating.
- Comic Picks #435: Innocent
In episode 435 of Comic Picks By The Glick, titled Innocent, the discussion touches on the visual art of the comic, noting it as a reason to read it, while offering less detail on the narrative itself.
- Comic Picks #434: Transformers by Daniel Warren Johnson vol. 2
This episode of Comic Picks reviews Transformers Vol. 2 by Daniel Warren Johnson. The discussion focuses on the new volume and artist, evaluating whether the series maintains its initial appeal.
- Comic Picks #433: Local Man
This episode of Comic Picks By The Glick focuses on the comic series Local Man, referencing the character Crossjack.
- Comic Picks #432: The DC vs. Marvel Omnibus
Episode 432 of Comic Picks By The Glick discusses the DC vs. Marvel Omnibus. The host notes it is a significant piece of superhero comics history, but expresses disappointment with its execution.
- Comic Picks #431: Batman -- One Bad Day
This episode reviews Batman -- One Bad Day, a series of prestige one-shots. It discusses whether the focus on Batman's most famous villains results in a positive reading experience.
- Comic Picks #430: Blood on the Tracks
This episode reviews Shuzo Oshimi's manga, "Blood on the Tracks," exploring its painful themes and overall interest level.
- Comic Picks #429: Void Rivals vol. 2
This episode of Comic Picks reviews Void Rivals vol. 2, comparing it to the first volume and assessing its place within the Energon Universe.
- Comic Picks #428: Once Upon a Time at the End of the World
In episode 428 of Comic Picks By The Glick, the discussion centers on Jason Aaron's "Once Upon a Time at the End of the World." The review describes the work as a love story set in a specific location.
- Comic Picks #427: Alien at Marvel
This episode reviews Marvel's work with the Alien comic license.
- Comic Picks #426: Star Trek -- Day of Blood
Comic Picks #426 reviews Star Trek -- Day of Blood. Writers Kelly, Lanzing, and Cantwell created a TNG-era event intended for fans.
- Comic Picks #425: Delicious in Dungeon
In Comic Picks #425, Steve joins the host to discuss the anime series Delicious in Dungeon.
- Comic Picks #424: X-Men -- The Krakoan Era Finale
This episode of Comic Picks By The Glick, #424, covers the finale of the X-Men's Krakoan Era, noting its mostly satisfying conclusion in returning to the status quo.
- Comic Picks #423: Hellsing
This episode of Comic Picks By The Glick discusses the manga Hellsing, touching on the complexities of its themes which go beyond a straightforward "Nazi vampires must die" narrative.
- Comic Picks #422: Miracleman -- The Silver Age
This episode of Comic Picks By The Glick discusses Miracleman: The Silver Age, exploring whether the long-awaited installment was worth the wait.
- Comic Picks #421: Transformers by Daniel Warren Johnson vol. 1
This episode of Comic Picks reviews Transformers Vol. 1 from the Energon Universe. The discussion focuses on whether this installment offers an improvement over its predecessor.