The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast

Joining us today is the creative team of the upcoming sci-fi thriller In Bloom through BOOM! Studios.

“43% of the cells within a healthy human body belong to something other than the human host. Microbiomes, invasive bacteria, fungal and viral agents, and something else. Something… more.”

One is the writer of Wonder Woman and Batgirls over at DC Comics, Double Walker at Comixology, and the upcoming 2025 revenge-fantasy Neptune through Dark Horse Comics.

The other is a 2021 Eisner-award winner and the artist of titles like Mindset at Vault Comics–as well as The Infernals and Blue in Green at Image Comics.

It is our pleasure to welcome both John J. Pearson & Michael Conrad onto The Oblivion Bar Podcast!

Previous Appearances on the Show By John J. Pearson:

INTERVIEW: Noah Gardner, Ryan Parrott, & John J. Pearson (Episode 144, Feb. '24)

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"The man who kills a legend becomes the legend.” 🦁⚔️

News and Notes (7:56)

This week, we discuss Chris Evans' role in Avengers: Doomsday, Mike Flanagan's Clayface script gets an official greenlight at DC Studios, and Sony Pictures pulls the plug on Spider-Man Universe spinoffs after Kraven the Hunter...

Main Topic (19:08)

For our main topic, we review the 6th installment in the SSU (Spider-Man Sony Universe): Kraven the Hunter! Kraven's complex relationship with his ruthless father, Nikolai Kravinoff, starts him down a path of vengeance with brutal consequences, motivating him to become not only the greatest hunter in the world, but also one of its most feared.

Aaron’s Arcade (55:13)

Chris’ Corner (57:46)

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Joining us today is the screenwriter of the 2017 Netflix animated film Gnome Alone and the 2023 adaptation of R.L. Stine's Zombie Town for Hulu. He is also the creator slash writer of the all-ages supernatural comic series Armored with artist Ismael Hernández.

It is our pleasure to welcome Michael Schwartz onto The Oblivion Bar Podcast!

ARMORED 1/2: WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics

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In this episode, we unveil our Most Anticipated Films of 2025 🍿

From superhero blockbusters like Captain America: Brave New World and Fantastic Four: First Steps, to the thrilling conclusion of Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning and the magical sequel Wicked. Join us as we explore the hottest upcoming film releases, share our predictions, and debate which will dominate the big screen in 2025!

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"Are people born wicked? Or do they have wickedness thrust upon them?" ⚔️ 💚 🩷

This week on The Oblivion Bar Podcast, it's double feature time! We review both Gladiator II and Wicked: Part One!

Gladiator II Review (3:51)
After his home is conquered by the tyrannical emperors who now lead Rome, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum and must look to his past to find strength to return the glory of Rome to its people.

Wicked: Part One Review (41:28)
Elphaba, a misunderstood young woman because of her green skin, and Glinda, a popular girl, become friends at Shiz University in the Land of Oz. After an encounter with the Wonderful Wizard of Oz, their friendship reaches a crossroads.

How ‘Wicked’ Built Immersive Real-Life Sets, From Shiz To Emerald City | Architectural Digest

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Joining us for a bonus conversation is the superstar singaporean comic book artist who has worked for Blizzard Entertainment, Magic the Gathering, Dynamite Comics, and DC Comics.

She is also the creator of the upcoming manga The Wonderverse Saga, which tells the dark tale of Phynnix, a 'subhuman' born in an oppressive world where 'superhumans' are born with the powers rule over them.

It is our pleasure to welcome Rachta Lin onto The Oblivion Bar Podcast!

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This week on The Oblivion Bar Podcast, we are bringing back a fan-favorite segment: our Comic Creator Fantasy Draft  🏆

For this draft, we are joined by ⅓ of the Kansas City-based comic book podcast First Issue Club and President of your local Muppets fan club: Greg Lickteig! In the other seat is one of the true trailblazers in the comic book podcasting world and the silky smooth voice behind The Short Box: A Comic Book Talk Show--Badr Milligan is back on the show to assemble his perfect comic creator team!

2023 Comic Creators Fantasy Draft w/ Sal (Comic Pop) & Brad (Comic Book Couples Counseling)

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“Can you imagine? To be remembered like that?” 🐧💧

News and Notes (7:57)

This week, we discuss George R.R. Martin teasing a new project with Maisie Williams, Sophie Turner set to play Lara Croft in the live-action TOMB RAIDER series, and the Green Lantern John Stewart receives his own bronze statue in Burbank, CA.

Main Topic (25:25)

For our main topic, we review the first Max series in Matt Reeves/Robert Pattinson's Batman universe: The Penguin. In November 2022, one week after the assassination of Carmine Falcone and the destruction of Gotham City's seawall, The Penguin picks up as Oswald "Oz" Cobb attempts to take over the crime underworld of Gotham City.

Aaron’s Arcade (1:17:05)

Chris’ Corner (1:22:26)

Mission Flexible (Supporting military Veterans who are living with post-traumatic stress by providing immersive mindfulness retreats)

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*Queues up The Ballad of The Witches’ Road on repeat* 🧙‍♀️🔮

News and Notes (4:45)

This week, we discuss Keanu Reeves doing "extensive research" on Shadow for Sonic 3 to create a "faithful version" of the character, the live-action Gundam movie set to be directed by Sweet Tooth showrunner Jim Mickle, and we got a new trailer for Star Wars: Skelton Crew.

Main Topic (23:09)

For our main topic, we review the 11th Marvel Studios Disney+ series: Agatha All Along! When a new series of tragedies strike the city of Westview, the infamous Agatha Harkness finds herself down and out of power when a suspicious goth teen helps break her free from a distorted spell. Her interest is piqued when he begs her to take him on the legendary Witches' Road, a magical gauntlet of trials that, if survived, rewards a witch with what they're missing. Together, Agatha and this mysterious teen pull together a desperate coven, and set off down, down, down The Road.

Aaron’s Arcade (57:57)

Chris’ Corner (1:03:20)

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This is a preview of our Patreon exclusive show called The Grid. Check this out, along with a bunch of other awesome perks over on Patreon.  New episodes every Friday!

For episode 140 of The Grid, we discuss Frieren: Beyond Journey's End and Wild Nature, our schedule for the rest of the year, we premiere a new segment, and we give our quick thoughts on The Penguin and & Agatha All Along.

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