In this episode of ITG's ABCs (which is short for Anthology & Back-up Comics Stories), I'm having a look back at a 5-part story running through the fantastic Huntress back-up feature in Wonder Woman #s 309-313!Join me as I recap and comment on this story featuring the Dark Knight Daughter & the debut of a sinister, but obscure villain with an unusual power over the vermin of Gotham City!Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Also, I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at: imthegun@gmail.com, or hit me up on Twitter: @itgblogcastThanks for listening!Music this episode: 'The Lonely Bull' by Herb Alpert & The Tijuana BrassHey, Earthworm -- Bob Cratchit called, he wants his wardrobe backSneaking a peak at Dan Spiegle's HuntressFending off the vermin of Gotham CityThe Earthworm gets, literally, the last laugh

ITGs ABCs: Cleaning Up the Vermin of Gotham with The Huntress in Wonder Woman #s 309-313 (1983-1984)

I could not let October slip by without recording another annual episode of Happy Halloween, Dr. Thirteen!  This time out, however, you'll be getting not a single serving, but a DOUBLE DOSE of THIRTEEN THRILLERS!  I'll be recapping & commenting on two of the Scholar of Skepticism's original adventures from the tail end of the golden age, 'The Dolls of Doom' & 'The Suicide Tower' from issue #s 123 & 124 of Star Spangled Comics!Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Also, I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at: imthegun@gmail.com, or hit me up on Twitter: @itgblogcastThanks for listening!Music in this episode: Star Collector by The Monkees/The Tower that Ate People by Peter GabrielBreaking & entering: a couple of Dr. 13's many skillsTerrence ups the stakes, forcing the bad guy's hand (and confession)The curse of Oaxa claims its 1st victimaMesmerized at the top of Suicide Tower, Dr. 13's force of will (& cigarette lighter) bring him back to full alert

Happy Halloween, Dr. Thirteen! Star Spangled Comics #s 123-124 (Dec. 1951 - Jan. 1952)

ITG is back with another participatory episode in this year's #BestEventEver blog/podcast team-up!  For the past 3 years, a loose confederation of comics bloggers & podcasters has gotten together to jam on one of DC Comics' annual x-over events - and this year, we've decided to dig deep into 1995's Underworld Unleashed!The UU story, which shined a light on the villains of the DCU, ran through a 3 issue core mini series & over 40 tie-ins throughout the DC line.  On this episode, I'll be recapping issue #2 of Underworld Unleashed, in which Neron momentarily turns his gaze away from the villains, and instead focuses on DC's greatest heroes!Download this episode HERE!And please be sure to check out further Underworld Unleashed coverage at these fine sites:Relatively Geeky Podcast Network  Resurrections: An Adam Warlock/Thanos Podcast  The RetroistChrisIsOnInfiniteEarthsCosmic TreadmillThe Pop Culture PalaceRolled Spine's Diana Prince: Wonder Woman PodcastThe Idol-Head of DiaboluJustice's First DawnComic Reviews by WaltJustice Trek: The Podcast Scroll down to see a few images from these issues below, and check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Thanks for listening!Music used in this episode: (Every Day Is) Halloween by Ministry; Hell by Squirrel Nut Zippers Leave it to the Joker to sell his soul for a box of cigars . . . Neron tempts Superboy . . . with a red herringThis sort of wide-screen epic violence would prefigure Howard Porter's upcoming run on JLAThis scan really doesn't do justice to the neon green of the captured 'soul stuff' Some big names . . . and some crowd-scene fillers. Hey, I think I see Argus!The shadow of Neron's true form flickering platonically on a cave wall

Best Event Ever! Underworld Unleashed #2 (Dec. 1995)

I'm thrilled to once again participate in what's become a fun annual tradition, the #BestEventEver blog/podcast team-up!  For the past 3 years, a loose confederation of comics bloggers & podcasters has gotten together to jam on one of DC Comics' annual x-over events - and this year, we've decided to dig deep into 1995's Underworld Unleashed!The villains of the DCU got a chance to shine during this event, and some pretty interesting match-ups came about between the villains & some unfamiliar opponents throughout the DC line.  Case in point, on of the 2 stories I'll be recapping & commenting on: retired Golden Age hero, Ted Knight (formerly Starman) takes on infrequent Batman foe, Dr. Phosphorus in Starman #13.  And in one of the stories in the 12th issue of the anthology, Showcase '95, Starman-cast member, The Shade, is confronted by the primary antagonist of Underworld Unleashed, Neron!If you're interested in taking the plunge with us, I encourage you to:Download this episode HERE!And please be sure to check out further Underworld Unleashed coverage at these fine sites:Relatively Geeky Podcast Network  Resurrections: An Adam Warlock/Thanos Podcast  The RetroistChrisIsOnInfiniteEarthsCosmic TreadmillThe Pop Culture PalaceRolled Spine's Diana Prince: Wonder Woman PodcastThe Idol-Head of DiaboluJustice's First DawnComic Reviews by WaltJustice Trek: The Podcast Scroll down to see a few images from these issues below, and check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play! Thanks for listening!Music used in this episode: (Every Day Is) Halloween by Ministry; Starman from the 'Walk Hard' soundtrack; My Shadow in Vain by Tubeway ArmyGood look here at Dr. Phosphorus' transparent skin, as he blasts Ted KnightThe Starman trophy room - and fateful contact with Dr. PhosphorusWith the flick of a switch, color floods back into Ted Knight's world - I'd get that wound looked at, though, TedThe nasty side to The Shade's powersThe Shade, channeling his best Oscar Wilde, delivers one the more memorable lines in my collection

Best Event Ever! Underworld Unleashed - Starman #13 & Showcase '95 #12 (Nov.-Dec. 1995)

Ms. Tree Theatre is back to bask in the dying glow of late summer!  To celebrate a great season, join Max Allan Collins' & Terry Beatty's iconic indie comics private eye on a Carribbean cruise -- I know, I know, this is Ms. Tree we're talking about: sharp wit, lots of violence, great hairstyle -- why don't we call it what it is -- a 'Murder Cruise!'25-ish minutes of recap & commentary await, if you:Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Also, I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at: imthegun@gmail.com, or check out more content on Instagram: @itgblogcastThanks for listening!Music used in this episode: 'Sea Cruise' by Herman's Hermits/'Theme From Ms. Tree' by Cruisin'An idyllic St. Lucia scene - if not for that dead body, there . . . Ms. Tree gets right to the pointMasquerade dance party - with guests like Tintin & Wild Dog getting downThe third color used effectively to depict flashbackThe top of Blackbeard's tower - literally breathtaking!

Ms. Tree Theatre: Murder Cruise! Ms. Tree #s 47-48 (Aug-Nov 1988)

On this episode of ITG, we're celebrating the United States' birthday by taking a look the 1st story from Tomahawk #51 - 'General Tomahawk,' featuring a cameo appearance by father of the United States George Washington, and an unlikely set of disguises for DC Comics' premier frontier hero, Tomahawk & his teenage side kick, Dan Hunter, who attempt to infiltrate an enemy camp as practicing minstrels!  I honestly tried to keep the singing to a minimum on my recording, but if you're brave enough: Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Also, I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at: imthegun@gmail.com, or hit me up on Twitter: @itgblogcastThanks for listening!Music in this episode is from 'Spirit of '76: Music for Fifes and Drums'Bob Brown's homage to Emanuel Leutze's 'Washington Crossing the Delaware,' with Tomahawk standing in for the GeneralTomahawk receives a temporary appointment as Continental General from Washington, himselfYou're a mean one, Dan Hunter; Grinch-like, Tomahawk's teen sidekick 'relieves' the British storehouse of a few suppliesSailing across the frozen river - the wind was cooperative

Celebrate the 4th of July with 'General Tomahawk': Tomahawk #51 (Sept. 1957)

My favorite Coluan is by far the Legion of Super-Heroes' Brainiac 5 - and I love reading stories about his adventures in the far future.  But if there's anything better than reading about 1 Brainiac, it's reading about 2 -- sort of . . .  !  In this episode, I'll be recapping & commenting on Brainy & his teammates' animated-style adventure from Legion of Super-Heroes in the 31st Century #9!Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see a few images from these issues below, and check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Thanks for listening!Interesting new look for Brainiac 5 & not-so-hot new look for Sun BoyEven stranded on prehistoric Krypton, Bouncing Boy can't get Triplicate Girl off his mindReassuring Brainy & Bouncing Boy-shaped time bubble

My Favorite Coluan: Legion of Super-Heroes in the 31st Century #9 ( 2008)

This episode of Shanna Showcase sees Marvel Comics' greatest jungle queen out of the 90s & into the 'Aughts!'  So, you 'ought' to check out recap & commentary of Shanna's co-starring role with Wolverine in the lead story of X-Men Unlimited #48 with good looking painted art by Richard Isanove & script by old friend of Shanna & Ka-Zar the Savage alum, Bruce Jones!Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play! Also, I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at: imthegun@gmail.com, or hit me up on Twitter: @ITGBlogCastThanks for listening!Music in this episode: 'Love Dance' by Martin DennyShanna introduces herself with her own particular brand of 'Sweet Chin Music'Richard Isanove's expressive faces remind me more than a little bit of Shawn McManus' workWolverine cracks the case'Old?' Well, Shanna has been slapping around punks like Logan since 1972

Shanna Showcase 19: X-Men Unlimited #48 (July 2003)

In this episode of ITGs ABCs, I'll be having a look at a 3-part back-up story from Star-Spangled War Stories #s 181-183 featuring the 1st confrontation between 2 of DC Comics' WWI battle stars, Hans Von Hammer, the Enemy Ace & Steve Savage the Balloon Buster!I covered the 3 chapters of this serial in blog format HERE, HERE & HERE, but I like to circle back to the inspirations for this project from time to time, so I hope you enjoy the audioblog version &:Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Thanks for listening!Music in this episode: 'I Ain't Got Weary Yet!' by Arthur FieldsA decidedly Kubert-esque look to Von Hammer, I think, as he pulls down his gogglesVon Hammer, straight as a rod; Savage, a bit more relaxedRenowned house guest Steve Savage's break w/ decorum - the ultimate insult to someone like Hans Von HammerThe falling, flaming carcass of a zeppelin becomes the setting of a showdown

ITGs ABCs: Enemy Ace v. Balloon Buster in Star Spangled War Stories #s 181-183 (Aug.-Dec. 1974)

Mid-October means it's time for another annual episode of Happy Halloween, Dr. Thirteen!  In this installment, I'll be recapping & commenting on one of the Surgeon of Skepticism's original adventures from the tail end of the golden age, 'The Human Orchids,' in issue #129 of Star Spangled Comics!Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Also, I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at: imthegun@gmail.com, or hit me up on Twitter: @imthegunThanks for listening!Music in this episode: 'Gardenia' by Iggy PopThe magnificence of the Human Orchid sends Marie to the couch - attended by Doc Will Magnus (?)Caught unaware by Senor GaritzaThe Incredible Hulk - in desperate need of a sandwichSenor Garitza complies with the Octopus Cactus' request: 'FEED ME!'

Happy Halloween, Dr. Thirteen! Star Spangled Comics #129 (June 1952)

On this episode, I resurrect the Air Fighters feature to recap & comment on one of my favorite Blackhawk stories!  Issue #242 was as close as you can come to a reboot for the legendary team of aviator adventurers without actually rebooting.  Editor Dick Giordano, writers Bob Haney & Marv Wolfman and artist Pat Boyette blow-up the unsuccessful  'Junk Heap Heroes' era of the Blackhawks, dispose of the atrocious 'hero names' & appalling outfits and bring the Black Knights back to basics!Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Also, I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at: imthegun@gmail.com, or hit me up on Twitter: @imthegunThanks for listening!Theme created using a sample of 'Shotgun' by Duran DuranNazi Negative Man, from the Earth-X Doom patrol?G.E.O.R.G.E. headquarters (and those ridiculous 'super hero' outfits) - no more!Zinda, the Hawk Kite, and a gauntlet thrownOrigin of the Winter Soldi-- I mean Black Mask!Frozen in mid-air as the War Wheel crashes in silence

Air Fighters: Blackhawk #242 (Oct. 1968)

On this episode, I rhetorically as the question 'Where's the Trade?' of writer Karl Kesel's run on Daredevil from the mid-90s.  In my mind, this run was a 'back to basics' approach to a character who was at the time in desperate need of it.  In addition to speaking generally about the run, I'll be recapping & commenting on my favorite issue from this run, Daredevil #360 in which our hero takes on the menace of the Absorbing Man!Download this episode HERE!Karl Kesel interview on manwithoutfear.comScroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Also, I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at: imthegun@gmail.com, or hit me up on Twitter: @imthegunThanks for listening!Theme created using a sample of 'Shotgun' by Duran DuranDD's senses perceive Creel's switch from brick to cold metalA refreshingly understated revelation tucked at the bottom of the pageLove the way Nord/Ryan's cowl hugs DD's faceIs this an artistic tribute? I sense a Hulk/Thor battle referenced hereCrusher Creel, ancient statue

Where's the Trade? Karl Kesel's Daredevil (1996-1997)

An oddball story this time on Shanna Showcase - I'll be recapping & commenting on the Marvel/World Wildlife Fund co-production, Wolverine: Global Jeopardy!  Shanna shares panel space in this adventure with Wolverine (of course), Ka-Zar, Namor the Submariner & perhaps a surprise guest stomping through the proceedings!Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play! Also, I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at: imthegun@gmail.com, or hit me up on Twitter: @imthegunThanks for listening!Theme created using a sample of 'Shotgun' by Duran DuranShanna & Ka-Zar eat poachers like this for breakfastNamor & Co. play a game of 'Spot the Platypus'The force of nature that is Devil Dinosaur foil the plans of the ConservatorShanna's logic & tongue-lashing win the dayAwwww . . . 

Shanna Showcase 18: Wolverine: Global Jeopardy (Dec. 1993)

My favorite Coluan is by far the Legion of Super-Heroes' Brainiac 5 - and I love reading stories about his adventures in the far future.  But if there's anything better than reading about 1 Brainiac, it's reading about 3!  In this 2-part story from Showcase '96, Brainiac 5 encounters his most infamous descendants, Superman's great enemy, Brainiac & Vril Dox II, founder of the interstellar peacekeeping organization, L.E.G.I.O.N.Please join me as I recap and comment on this most important chapter in the adventures of the Legion of Super-Heroes' resident super genius! Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see a few images from these issues below, and check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Thanks for listening!Brainiac 5 - oblivious & nose deep in his smart deviceA dandy Captain Comet calls Vril Dox to actionSaturn Girl's telepathy points the way to the biggest brains on the planetPriceless subversion of the Brainiac legacy - matter over mind

My Favorite Coluan: Showcase '96 #s 11-12 (Nov.-Dec. 1996)

On this episode of I'm the Gun, we're celebrating the United States' birthday by taking a look the middle story from Tomahawk #70 - 'The Midnight Ride of Tomahawk,' featuring the meeting of 2 titans from American History & folklore - DC Comics' frontier super-star Tomahawk & founding father and chief cheerleader of the Continental Army, Thomas Paine!Download this episode HERE!Scroll down to see images from these issues, and please be sure to check out previous episodes of I'm the Gun on iTunes & Google Play!Also, I'd love to hear from you!  Email me at: imthegun@gmail.com, or hit me up on Twitter: @imthegunThanks for listening!Theme created using a sample of 'Shotgun' by Duran DuranPassable portraits of Paine & Gen. Nathaniel Greene, as Paine puts pen to paperTomahawk & Paine's mutual admiration societyThe Midnight RidePaine's writing does its work

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