Episode #11 Hooked on Comics reviews: Saga #54Written by:  Brian K. VaughanArt by: Fiona StaplesPublished by: Image ComicsEvery episode I’ll review a comic from my weekly stack in ten minutes or less.  I’ll let you know what I loved, what I liked and what I didn’t.  I’ll be reviewing each issue based on its story, art quality, creativity and overall enjoyment. Contact: HOCPOD@Gmail.com

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HOC Mini-sode 11 (Saga #54)

Hooked on Comics Reviews Maestro #4With his enemies in pursuit, Willy travels to the Underworld in hopes of making an alliance with his father's greatest enemy. Meanwhile, his mother reflects upon the events that banished her and her son. Also, Loyal Backstabber’s origins are revealed! Every week I'll read my stack of comic books and review one issue per episode.    I'll let you know what I loved, what I liked, and what I didn't.  I review each issue based on storytelling, creativity, artistic style and overall enjoyment.

HOC Minisode 10 (Maestro #4)

Hooked on Comics Reviews Invincible #143: "This is the one where Mark Grayson learns he has a son he didn’t know about. But the good news is...that son is AWESOME! Holy crap! One more issue after this until the end."Every week I'll read my stack of comic books and review one issue per episode.    I'll let you know what I loved, what I liked, and what I didn't.  I review each issue based on storytelling, creativity, artistic style and overall enjoyment.

HOC Mini-sode 9 (Invincible #143)

Hooked on Comics Review of Batman #37:“SUPERFRIENDS” part two! The stunning conclusion to the two-part story. Torn apart by betrayal, Batman and Superman try to find a way back to friendship, to trust. Both understand that the future of the DCU depends on this relationship; both understand that without the help of the other, their lives will fall apart. And yet, one is still the spoiled rich boy, and the other is still the naive farm boy. Men from two worlds confront each other and try to see the hope behind the madness. Hooked on Comics: Mini-Sodes reviews one issue each episode with a focus on Story, creativity, art quality and overall enjoyment.  Listen and enjoy the comics reviews that you want and skip those that aren't for!  

HOC Mini-sode 8 (Batman #37)

Michael Cray #3 brings a twisted version of Barry Allen as the latest villains in the series.  Just how well does this wapred character compared to the previously twisted Oliver Queen.Hooked on Comics: Mini-Sodes reviews one issue each episode with a focus on Story, creativity, art quality and overall enjoyment.  Listen and enjoy the comics reviews that you want and skip those that aren't for!  

HOC Mini-sode 7 (Cray #3)

Port of Earth #2 continues its look at a futuristic Earth in which an alien coalition trades tech for our resources.  Does this issue continue its strong start from issue 1?Hooked on Comics: Mini-Sodes reviews one issue each episode with a focus on Story, creativity, art quality and overall enjoyment.  Listen and enjoy the comics reviews that you want and skip those that aren't for!   

HOC Mini-sode 6 (Port of Earth #2)

Mister Miracle once againd does the impossible and create another stellar issue!  How long can Tom King keep out doing himself with this series?Hooked on Comics: Mini-Sodes reviews one issue each episode with a focus on Story, creativity, art quality and overall enjoyment.  Listen and enjoy the comics reviews that you want and skip those that aren't for!  

HOC Mini-Sode 5 (Mister Miracle #5)

The turtles begin an arc on what could be a truly fun ride in the series, but how involved are the turtles in the world that Kevin Eastman is creating?**Note** The Mini Episodes will be an ongoing series review that Johnnie will continue to host while the main Hooked on Comics series returns from hiatus at a later date..  The below summary is for our On Break regular podcast. Hooked on Comics is a podcast hosted by two friends who share a love for comics and great stories.  Join them every week as they read through their pack of comics and break down there favorites dubbing those the Weekly Reads.  Also, take a look into the past as Johnnie and Layla pick one classic  Weekly Trade selection highlighting great stories and comcis from the past!  Whether you're new to comics and want some advice from friends who can help you pick some great books or are a veteran who loves opinions and learning what else is out there or even if you just like to hear two buddies go back and forth, this is the podcast for you!  Subscribe on itunes!Email us about your favorite comic books at: (HookedonComicsPodcast@gmail.com)Chat with us on Instagram: (Instagram.com/_HookedonComicsPodcast_)If you love video games and movies check out our sister podcast: (Super Co-op Squad)

HOC Mini-sode 4 (Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #77)

Robert Kirkman is two issues until the end of Invincible!  Can the series end on a high note? **Note** The Mini Episodes will be an ongoing series review that Johnnie will continue to host while the main Hooked on Comics series returns from hiatus at a later date..  The below summary is for our On Break regular podcast. Hooked on Comics is a podcast hosted by two friends who share a love for comics and great stories.  Join them every week as they read through their pack of comics and break down there favorites dubbing those the Weekly Reads.  Also, take a look into the past as Johnnie and Layla pick one classic  Weekly Trade selection highlighting great stories and comcis from the past!  Whether you're new to comics and want some advice from friends who can help you pick some great books or are a veteran who loves opinions and learning what else is out there or even if you just like to hear two buddies go back and forth, this is the podcast for you!  Subscribe on itunes!Email us about your favorite comic books at: (HookedonComicsPodcast@gmail.com)Chat with us on Instagram: (Instagram.com/_HookedonComicsPodcast_)If you love video games and movies check out our sister podcast: (Super Co-op Squad)

HOC: Mini-sode 3 (Invincible #142)

Batman  #36 Review:Tom King delivers a strong issue that explores the relationship that Superman and Batman have with another as friends and how even superheroes have a tough time communicating and talking about there feelings.  Yes, Batman and Superman talk about their feelings.  Lois Lane and Selina Kyle add some much needed realism to what could've otherwise been a silly and overly dramatic story**Note** The Mini Episodes will be an ongoing series review that Johnnie will continue to host while the main Hooked on Comics series returns from hiatus at a later date..  The below summary is for our On Break regular podcast. Hooked on Comics is a podcast hosted by two friends who share a love for comics and great stories.  Join them every week as they read through their pack of comics and break down there favorites dubbing those the Weekly Reads.  Also, take a look into the past as Johnnie and Layla pick one classic  Weekly Trade selection highlighting great stories and comcis from the past!  Whether you're new to comics and want some advice from friends who can help you pick some great books or are a veteran who loves opinions and learning what else is out there or even if you just like to hear two buddies go back and forth, this is the podcast for you!  Subscribe on itunes!Email us about your favorite comic books at: (HookedonComicsPodcast@gmail.com)Chat with us on Instagram: (Instagram.com/_HookedonComicsPodcast_)If you love video games and movies check out our sister podcast: (Super Co-op Squad)

Batman #36 Review (HOC Mini-sode #2)

Johnnie reviews The Walking Dead #174.  This issue takes a look at Negan as he lives his life in exile with nothing other than regret and remorse as companions...until an angry survivor of his wanton killing sprees pays him a visit.**Note** The Mini Episodes will be an ongoing series review that Johnnie will continue to host while the main Hooked on Comics series returns from hiatus at a later date..  The below summary is for our On Break regular podcast. Hooked on Comics is a podcast hosted by two friends who share a love for comics and great stories.  Join them every week as they read through their pack of comics and break down there favorites dubbing those the Weekly Reads.  Also, take a look into the past as Johnnie and Layla pick one classic  Weekly Trade selection highlighting great stories and comcis from the past!  Whether you're new to comics and want some advice from friends who can help you pick some great books or are a veteran who loves opinions and learning what else is out there or even if you just like to hear two buddies go back and forth, this is the podcast for you!  Subscribe on itunes!Email us about your favorite comic books at: (HookedonComicsPodcast@gmail.com)Chat with us on Instagram: (Instagram.com/_HookedonComicsPodcast_)If you love video games and movies check out our sister podcast: (Super Co-op Squad)

The Walking Dead #174 (Hooked on Comics Mini Episode #1)

Curse Words from Image Comics is back on Weekly Pick list and it makes Hooked on Comics history as the first double pick from the dynamic duo, but you'd be surprised what Layla and Johnnie think of it!  Johnnie shows some love to Black Hammer #7 and its vintage look at super heroes while Layla enjoyed taking him to school with all her impressive knowledge of cultural Gods & Godesses in the impressive American Gods: Shadow #1! Hooked on Comics is a podcast hosted by two friends who share a love for comics and great stories.  Join them every week as they read through their pack of comics and break down there favorites dubbing those the Weekly Reads.  Also, take a look into the past as Johnnie and Layla pick one classic  Weekly Trade selection highlighting great stories and comcis from the past!  Whether you're new to comics and want some advice from friends who can help you pick some great books or are a veteran who loves opinions and learning what else is out there or even if you just like to hear two buddies go back and forth, this is the podcast for you!  Subscribe on itunes!Email us about your favorite comic books at: (HookedonComicsPodcast@gmail.com)Chat with us on Instagram: (Instagram.com/_HookedonComicsPodcast_)If you love video games and movies check out our sister podcast: (Super Co-op Squad)Music Credit: George Street Shuffle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

HOC 6: (Black Hammer #7, American Gods: Shadow #1, Curse Words #3 & Locke & Trade: Volume 6)

Johnnie and Layla both enjoy reading about the modern stone age family in Flinstone #9, get welcomed to the jungle in Animal Noir #1 and learn the useful practice of having the emergency stash of butt money in Harley Quinn #15.  Layla gets rough on Champions #6 with some thoughtful statments on social awareness and Locke & Key: Keys to the Kingdom blow Johnnie and Layla away and Johnnie announces his distate with some weird sideburns. Hooked on Comics is a podcast hosted by two friends who share a love for comics and great stories.  Join them every week as they read through their pack of comics and break down there favorites dubbing those the Weekly Reads.  Also, take a look into the past as Johnnie and Layla pick one classic  Weekly Trade selection highlighting great stories and comcis from the past!  Whether you're new to comics and want some advice from friends who can help you pick some great books or are a veteran who loves opinions and learning what else is out there or even if you just like to hear two buddies go back and forth, this is the podcast for you!  Subscribe on itunes!Email us about your favorite comic books at: (HookedonComicsPodcast@gmail.com)Chat with us on Instagram: (Instagram.com/_HookedonComicsPodcast_)If you love video games and movies check out our sister podcast: (Super Co-op Squad)Music Credit: George Street Shuffle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

HOC 4: (Champions #6, Animal Noir #1, Flintstones #9, Harley Quinn #15 & Locke & Key: Volume 5)

  Johnnie and Layla had a great week talking comics with new hits The Old Guard #1 and Curse Words #2.  Layla takes a peek into the dark and awesomely gruesome one-shot comics The Belfry while also getting into her fantasy side with Dark Crystal #1.  The Hooked on Comics duo continue their journey through the world of Joe Hill's Locke & Key series with some amazing art and some new keys!  Hooked on Comics is a podcast hosted by two friends who share a love for comics and great stories.  Join them every week as they read through their pack of comics and break down there favorites dubbing those the Weekly Reads.  Also, take a look into the past as Johnnie and Layla pick one classic  Weekly Trade selection highlighting great stories and comcis from the past!  Whether you're new to comics and want some advice from friends who can help you pick some great books or are a veteran who loves opinions and learning what else is out there or even if you just like to hear two buddies go back and forth, this is the podcast for you!  Subscribe on itunes!Email us about your favorite comic books at: (HookedonComicsPodcast@gmail.com)Chat with us on Instagram: (Instagram.com/_HookedonComicsPodcast_)If you love video games and movies check out our sister podcast: (Super Co-op Squad)Music Credit: George Street Shuffle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

HOC 3 (Curse Words #2, The Old Guard #1, Dark Crystal #1, The Belfry & Locke & Key: Crown of Shadows)

Johnnie and Layla take a look at the latest issues of the long running Walking Dead with #164, breakdown some of the intricately layered social themes and patriarchy in Bitch Planet #9 and banter about how many "partners" Batwoman has in Batwoman Rebirth #1!  The dynamic duo continue reading through their Weekly Trade pick of Locke & Key with Volume 2: Head Games.  Some new keys are found and more is known about the "echo" and where it comes from. Hooked on Comics is a podcast hosted by two friends who share a love for comics and great stories.  Join them every week as they read through their pack of comics and break down there favorites dubbing those the Weekly Reads.  Also, take a look into the past as Johnnie and Layla pick one classic  Weekly Trade selection highlighting great stories and comcis from the past!  Whether you're new to comics and want some advice from friends who can help you pick some great books or are a veteran who loves opinions and learning what else is out there or even if you just like to hear two buddies go back and forth, this is the podcast for you!  Subscribe on itunes!Email us about your favorite comic books at: (HookedonComicsPodcast@gmail.com)Chat with us on Instagram: (Instagram.com/_HookedonComicsPodcast_)If you love video games and movies check out our sister podcast: (Super Co-op Squad)Music Credit: George Street Shuffle Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

HOC 2 (Walking Dead #164, Bitch Planet #9, Black Science #28, Batwoman Rebirth #1 and Locke & Key Volume 2: Head Games)

Hooked on Comics is a podcast hosted by two friends who love comic books and enjoy discussions about weekly issues they read and looking back at classic stories and reviewing them in Paperback Trade form.

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