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  • In which we discuss one of the biggest surprise success stories of the 20th century and beyond! We talk about the creators of the franchise, how it got to where it did, and where those creators are today. Join us for a story that doesn't actually end up with the creators getting horribly ripped off for once!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

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    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

    https://www.tcj.com/the-kevin-eastman-interview-part-i/

    https://www.tcj.com/the-kevin-eastman-interview-part-2/

    https://www.tcj.com/you-guys-have-given-me-the-greatest-life-ever-a-new-interview-with-kevin-eastman/

    https://www.youtube.com/@CartoonistKayfabe
    Cartoonist Kayfabe had several videos with Eastman, Laird, or both breaking down their comics along with the hosts. Quite informative if you're interested.


    We also read some cool magazines with articles and stuff! Wanna know which ones?

    Back Issue (TWO MORROWS PUBLISHING): 22

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (Mirage Studios): 1 - 11

    Raphael: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle (Mirage Studios): 1 of 1

    Michaelangelo: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle (Mirage Studios): 1 of 1
    (Yes, I know how to spell the name. I'm not sure Eastman and Laird did back then)

    Donatello: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle (Mirage Studios): 1 of 1

    Leonardo: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle (Mirage Studios): 1 of 1

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  • In which we discuss one of the more important indie comics of the 2000s! We talk about the writer/artist Bryan Lee O'Malley, we talk about the times the book came out in, and we even discuss the publisher a bit, Oni Press! Join us for some very important discourse! Or maybe just some rambling. Probably both!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

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    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

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    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    Scott Pilgrim (ONI PRESS): Vol 1-6

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  • In which we discuss the other great long Kirby comic of the 60s, Thor! We begin with a Journey into Mystery and find ourselves transported across time and space to the very departure of the King of Comics! A whole other king is in the book too, but he's a cosmic jerk! Anyway, join us!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
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    Twitter: @pencilusin
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    email: [email protected]

    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

    https://twomorrows.com/comicbookartist/articles/02stanroy.html

    We also read some cool magazines with articles and stuff! Wanna know which ones?

    The Jack Kirby Collector (TwoMorrows Publishing): 14, 36, 53, 54, 63

    The Thin Black Line by Robert L Bryant, Jr (TwoMorrows Publishing)
    This is a book subtitled "Perspectives on Vince Colletta Comics' Most Controverisal Inker. You figure out what it's about.

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    I had Su read from a further in starting point, but you should do yourself a favor and read all of Jack Kirby's Thor. Issues posted below:
    Journey into Mystery (Marvel): 83-125

    Thor (Marvel): 126-177, 179
    For whatever reason issue 178 is a fill-in by future regular artist John Buscema.

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  • In which we discuss the very best of the Kirby/Lee collaboration on Fantastic Four! We'll follow our protagonists as they: Stave off world's end! Fight evil in Africa and Europe! Simp over characters with questionable hair! Join us for some of the best comics of the silver age and Marvel Comics in general!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

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    Twitter: @pencilusin
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    email: [email protected]

    We also read some cool magazines with articles and stuff! Wanna know which ones?

    Back Issue (TwoMorrows Publishing): 7

    Alter Ego (TwoMorrows Publishing): 104, 179

    The Jack Kirby Collector (TwoMorrows Publishing): 9, 22, 33, 53, 54, 58, 60, 63

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    Fantastic Four (MARVEL) Vol 1: 44-67

    Fantastic Four Annual (MARVEL) Vol 1: 4, 5

    Once again, I'll remind you that the entire Kirby/Lee run on Fantastic Four (including the Annuals) is REQUIRED READING. Just do it!

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  • In which...uh...something is killing the children! That something is monsters. Also people are monsters too or something? I don't know. Anyway, join us as we discuss a horror tale in the woods! Plus there's action!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

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    email: [email protected]

    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

    WE HAVE SOURCE I PROMISE. WE'LL HAVE THEM UP SOON.

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    Something is Killing the Children (BOOM!): 1-20

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  • In which we discuss one of the largest platforms for comics in existence today. Plus we discuss one of the more popular comics to launch on the platform! Join us as we talk about the origins of the mighty Webtoons and then talk about the Remarried Empress!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

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    Twitter: @pencilusin
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    email: [email protected]

    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

    https://www.vam.ac.uk/articles/a-brief-history-of-webtoons

    https://www.businessinsider.com/what-is-webtoons-2016-2

    https://www.fastcompany.com/90850499/south-korean-comics-webtoon-content

    https://time.com/6243447/rise-of-webtoons-k-dramas/

    https://medium.com/mrcomics/what-is-webtoon-4926929b20d8

    https://ccci.am/all-you-need-to-know-about-korean-style-digital-comics/

    https://www.tcj.com/the-webtoon-a-new-form-for-graphic-narrative/

    https://lareviewofbooks.org/article/riding-the-wave-the-steady-rise-of-korean-manhwa/

    https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/comics/article/81073-webtoon-builds-an-audience-for-webcomics.html

    https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2019/05/05/business/tech/south-koreas-booming-webtoons-put-japans-print-manga-notice/

    https://web.archive.org/web/20211122103605/http://www.arirang.co.kr/news/News_View.asp?nseq=166701

    https://www.kocis.go.kr/eng/webzine/202011/sub01.html

    https://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2022/12/05/business/south-korea-webtoons-fund-bet/

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    The Remarried Empress (IZE PRESS): Vol 1

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  • In which we discuss one of the great comic runs of all time! Well, part of the run! We're saving the best for next episode! Wanna know the circumstances under which the FF were born? LISTEN IN!!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

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    We read some cool magazines with articles and stuff! Wanna know which ones?

    Back Issue (TwoMorrows Publishing): 7

    Alter Ego (TwoMorrows Publishing): 104, 179

    The Jack Kirby Collector (TwoMorrows Publishing): 9, 22, 33, 53, 54, 58, 60, 63

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    Fantastic Four vol 1 (Marvel): 1-43
    Fantastic Four Annual vol 1 (Marvel): 1-3

    Seriously, though. Read the first 100+ issues of the Fantastic Four. It's a requirement. Just do it.

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  • In which we discuss a popular manga about Japanese nerds! Join our discussion as we talk about the background of the book. Marvel as we talk about something that isn't about Marvel!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
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    Twitter: @pencilusin
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    email: [email protected]

    More info on sources coming soon!

    What comics we read:

    Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku (KODANSHA COMICS): 1-5

  • In which we wrap up our discussion of the Man of Tomorrow for his 85th birthday! Here we cover important contributions to the mythos (and popular culture in general) that were outside the comic pages. I know this is a comic podcast but dammit, there's some important stuff that's not in the comics!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
    Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PencilUsInPodcast
    Twitter: @pencilusin
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pencilusinpodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pencilusin
    email: [email protected]

    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

    https://lithub.com/how-two-jewish-kids-in-1930s-cleveland-altered-the-course-of-american-pop-culture/?utm_source=pocket-newtab

    https://www.supermanhomepage.com/radio/radio.php?topic=r-radio

    https://historycollection.com/how-superman-became-the-most-recognizable-superhero/

    https://www.supermansupersite.com/radio.html

    https://www.kandorarchives.com/p/radio.html

    https://xroads.virginia.edu/~ug02/superman/comicradio.html

  • In which apparently the X is silent? Anyway, we discuss one of the more popular manga to hit the stands recently! We talk about the creator, his influences, and maybe what went in to the creation of this popular book!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
    Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PencilUsInPodcast
    Twitter: @pencilusin
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pencilusinpodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pencilusin
    email: [email protected]

    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

    https://mangaplus.shueisha.co.jp/web_pages/263/

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ITi6n3z-gdk

    https://www.reddit.com/r/SpyxFamily/comments/wdkmwb/tatsuya_endo_long_interview_from_the_fanbook_part/

    https://spy-x-family.fandom.com/wiki/Tatsuya_Endo/Interviews

    https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/people/32310/tatsuya-endo

    https://gamerant.com/spy-x-family-the-real-historical-inspirations/

    https://www.cbr.com/spy-x-family-setting-cold-war-1960-germany-inspired/

    https://www.epicdope.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-spy-x-familys-plot/

    https://screenrant.com/spy-x-family-cold-war-present-day-explained/

    https://epicstream.com/article/how-cold-war-germany-inspired-spy-x-family

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    SPY X FAMILY (VIZ MEDIA): Vol 1-9

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  • In which we discuss an interesting manga about gender, identity, and the roles inherent with them! Join us as we talk about creator Poppy Pesuyama's memoir about life so far! It's short, but pretty good!

    Warning: If you're sensitive about topics concerning sexual harassment, suicidal thoughts, body dysmorphia or otherwise, perhaps this isn't the episode for you!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
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    Twitter: @pencilusin
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    email: [email protected]

    Ordinarily, we'd have a bunch of sources for biographical or background info here. Su didn't find much so we just mostly talked about the book and the discussions it raised. It was also slated originally for Pride Month, but we suck at our timing!

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    Until I Love Myself (VIZ Media): 1

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  • In which we discuss the origins and debut of the Man of Steel himself, Superman! Last time, we talked about how DC/National got to the verge of publishing Action Comics #1. Now we discuss how the creators of Superman (Siegel and Shuster) got there and how things went down afterwards! THERE WILL BE MORE ON THIS TOPIC!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
    Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PencilUsInPodcast
    Twitter: @pencilusin
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pencilusinpodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pencilusin
    email: [email protected]

    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

    Men of Tomorrow: Geeks, Gangsters, and the Birth of the Comic Book (Basic Books)
    NOTE: This book provided a lot of the background information I used. I know some stuff in there is disputed. I supplemented with info in other sources, particularly in regards to Major Wheeler-Nicholson.
    FURTHER NOTE: The author of this book, Gerard Jones, has been convicted of possession of child pornography. My copy of the book came from a library sale done some years before his arrest and subsequent conviction.

    We also read some cool magazines with articles and stuff! Wanna know which ones?

    Alter Ego (TwoMorrows Publishing): 27, 56, 79, 88, 98

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    Action Comics (DC): 1-40
    Superman (DC): 1-11
    New York World's Fair Comics (DC): 1939, 1940 (There was a 1939 and 1940 edition of this book.
    World's Best Comics (DC): 1
    World's Finest Comics (DC): 2-3

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  • In which we discuss popular manga, One Punch Man, by a guy called One and another guy called Yusuke Murata! We talk about the comic's origins and how it got to where it is today! We explore a bit of background on the creators (such as they are), and we share whatever insight we may add (such as they are)!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
    Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PencilUsInPodcast
    Twitter: @pencilusin
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pencilusinpodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pencilusin
    email: [email protected]

    So, what sources did we use? Check em!
    https://dic.nicovideo.jp/t/a/村田雄介



    https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interview/2009-08-20/interview-riichiro-inagaki-and-yusuke-murata-creators-of-eyeshield-21



    https://tokyo-reimei-note.com/2012/01/14/webcomic_2b/



    https://archive.ph/20151117031927/http://sugoi-japan.jp/sugoi/03.html



    https://animechicago.com/articles/brief-history-one-punch-man/



    https://medium.com/@social_28780/the-ridiculous-origins-of-one-punch-man-977d27538ea3



    https://screenrant.com/one-punch-man-three-manga-comic-differences-explained/



    https://kotaku.com/one-punch-man-is-about-the-plight-of-being-too-powerful-1840421788



    https://www.cbr.com/one-punch-man-revealed-secret-saitama-power-monster/



    https://culturedvultures.com/one-punch-man-beginners-guide/



    https://comicbook.com/anime/amp/news/one-punch-man-how-saitama-was-made/



    https://comicbook.com/anime/news/one-punch-man-season-3-creator-comment/

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    One-Punch Man (VIZ MEDIA): Vol 1-5

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  • In which we set the stage for the first, the best, and a personal favorite super-hero, Superman! In order to properly place him within his context, we backtrack to the creation of the very first comic books. We weave in a few super-important figures in our tale and we leave it at a cliffhanger! Wanna know what happens next? Tune in next episode!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
    Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PencilUsInPodcast
    Twitter: @pencilusin
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pencilusinpodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pencilusin
    email: [email protected]

    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

    Men of Tomorrow: Geeks, Gangsters, and the Birth of the Comic Book (Basic Books)
    NOTE: This book provided a lot of the background information I used. I know some stuff in there is disputed. I supplemented with info in other sources, particularly in regards to Major Wheeler-Nicholson.
    FURTHER NOTE: The author of this book, Gerard Jones, has been convicted of possession of child pornography. My copy of the book came from a library sale done some years before his arrest and subsequent conviction.

    We also read some cool magazines with articles and stuff! Wanna know which ones?
    Alter Ego (TwoMorrows Publishing): 27, 56, 79, 88, 98

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!
    No comics read this episode! Look for some Super stuff next episode!

    THANKS FOR LISTENING!

  • In which we stall for time and Phil gets real curmudgeonly about them newfangled characters! Anyway, we're working on stuff! You hear about some of the stuff in the episode! Go ahead and take a listen!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
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    Twitter: @pencilusin
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    email: [email protected]


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  • In which we tackle one of the big boys of recent popular comics, Demon Slayer! Su talks about the origins of the story, the background (such as it is) of the author, and even some history on the period of the piece! We're on the cutting edge this time (get it? Swords? Please get it)!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
    Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PencilUsInPodcast
    Twitter: @pencilusin
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pencilusinpodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pencilusin
    email: [email protected]

    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

    https://mangaplus.shueisha.co.jp/web_pages/234/

    https://otakuusamagazine.com/koyoharu-gotoge-reveals-manga-inspired-demon-slayer/

    https://mangainsider.com/demon-slayer-history-and-overview/

    https://www.cbr.com/demon-slayer-unknown-trivia-facts-historical-connections-to-japanese-history/

    https://ageshiojapan.com/blog/a-story-for-all-demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba

    https://www.asianstudies.org/publications/eaa/archives/teaching-cultural-historical-and-religious-landscapes-with-the-anime-demon-slayer/

    https://time.com/5941594/what-is-demon-slayer-about/

    https://www.japannakama.co.uk/demon-slayers-cultural-impact/

    https://www.crunchyroll.com/anime-feature/2022/05/12/feature-the-real-life-history-behind-the-entertainment-district-in-demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba

    https://www.polygon.com/22933948/demon-slayer-entertainment-district-arc-history

    https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2021-04-23/demon-slayer-kimetsu-no-yaiba-movie-mugen-train-anime-success-story

    https://thenerdstash.com/demon-slayer-makes-history-with-its-manga/

    https://www.nippon.com/en/in-depth/d00667/

  • There are probably a couple people (2 or 3 of you at least) wondering what happened. I'll tell you: Work.

    Su has a new job. I have the same job. I just have even less time than before because this job demands all my attention. Simply put, we've been busy with other things besides comics and research. I didn't say this was an amazing excuse, it's just the way things have been.

    Fortunately, I think we're approaching a time when I'm not spending like 60 hours a week doing work stuff (I exaggerate, but only slightly). What does this mean? I think it means we're back!

    Well, back with more this month. We're still keeping the biweekly schedule we went with some time back. Good news is that more than this paltry offering is in the works! Keep your eyes on the feed! It'll have newer stuff soon! Promise!

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  • In which we discuss a foundational shojo manga, the Poe Clan! We also discuss the life and times of its creator, Moto Hagio! Get ready! This episode will suck (blood or energy or whatever it is they were draining)!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
    Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PencilUsInPodcast
    Twitter: @pencilusin
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pencilusinpodcast/
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    email: [email protected]


    So, what sources did we use? Check em!

    https://cbldf.org/2015/03/women-who-changed-free-expression-special-24-nengumi/

    https://www.popmatters.com/moto-hagio-the-poe-clan-2645609468.html

    https://precur.wordpress.com/2010/12/02/guest-review-a-drunken-dream-and-other-stories/

    https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/interest/2021-05-18/moto-hagio-publishes-memoir-addressing-her-feud-with-keiko-takemiya/.172887


    We also read some cool magazines with articles and stuff! Wanna know which ones?

    The Comics Journal (FANTAGRAPHICS): 269 (July 2005)


    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    The Poe Clan vol 1 (FANTAGRAPHICS)

    THANKS FOR LISTENING!

  • In which we discuss the Sensational She-Hulk mostly under under the pen (and pencil!) of John Byrne! Wanna know how the whole breaking the 4th wall bit (years before Deadpool) came about? Find out here!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
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    Twitter: @pencilusin
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pencilusinpodcast/
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    email: [email protected]

    We read some cool magazines with articles and stuff! Wanna know which ones?

    Back Issue (TwoMorrows Publishing): 54, 78

    Modern Masters 7: John Byrne (TwoMorrows Publishing)

    What comics did we cover for our topic? Take a look!

    Sensational She-Hulk (Marvel Comics): 1-50. You could reasonably just read 1-8, then skip to 31-50 if you wanted. This episode doesn't cover much of the non-Byrne stuff.

    THANKS FOR LISTENING!

  • In which we discuss Japan's favorite space pirate, Captain Harlock! Join us as we voyage through the ether on a space battleship fighting to save the earth from space plant women and even humanity itself! We discuss the creator Leiji Matsumoto and a bunch of other stuff! Climb aboard!

    What do you think? Do you have something to say? Wanna tell us what you think of our current topic? Have other things to say about other topics? Wanna tell us some sweet recipes for cookies (please)? Let us know! We have social medias! If you see the deranged pencil, you're in the right place! I also check my email now! I promise! You could also give us a rating and comment on your favorite podcast aggregator! Talk to us!

    Website: https://pencilusinpodcast.buzzsprout.com
    Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/PencilUsInPodcast
    Twitter: @pencilusin
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pencilusinpodcast/
    TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@pencilusin
    email: [email protected]

    Here's a list of sources Su used for information:

    https://www.japantimes.co.jp/culture/2017/04/02/arts/leiji-matsumoto-surfs-floating-world/

    https://namida.cyna.fr/english/leijibio.html

    https://web.archive.org/web/20120321124108/http://www.starblazers.com/html.php?page_id=305

    https://stuff.mit.edu/~rei/MANGA/Harlock.html

    https://www.animenewsnetwork.com/feature/2017-08-11/how-to-get-into-captain-harlock/.119983

    So here's what we read if you want to tag along:

    Captain Harlock the Classic Collection (Seven Seas Entertainment): 1 (We actually have volumes 2 and 3 and maybe Phil will read them someday. Maybe.)

    THANKS FOR LISTENING!!