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  • DELUGE!

    DELUGE!
    2026/07/13

    DELUGE!
    *Dal's microphone turned off before the recording, so his audio was only captured by Patrick's mic. We used Cleanvoice to reconstruct Dal's audio, and it sounds great, but a few parts sound like gibberish. Well, more gibberish than normal*
    •Flooding!
    •UPS shipment emails.
    •Distributor emails (again).
    •SDCC announcement roll outs.
    •Speculation on a new DC/Marvel Crossover!
    •New Challengers Bookmarks are a-comin'!
    •So many publisher marking Zoom calls!
    •Dal has it in for publisher marketing reps. Sorry!
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    Contest of Challengers #788
    This episode is dedicated to The Cleaner. The Best Bout Machine. The Belt Collector. Kenny "By God" Omega!

    Theme: Adam WarRock (with Mikal kHill)
    Intro: James VanOsdol (with Danhausen and Chris Jericho)
    Outro: James VanOsdol
    "Patrick" Voices: Richie Kotzen, Christopher Daniels, James Acaster, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), RJ City, Sebastian Bach, Arune Singh, James VanOsdol
    "Dal" Voices: James VanOsdol, RJ City, Dalton Castle, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), Kevin Conroy, Kris Statlander, Skye Blue, Bryce Remsberg, Arune Singh, Colt Cabana (both)
    Dal and Patrick Artwork: Bella Spagnuolo https://bellaspagnuoloart.myportfolio.com/
    This episode was digitally edited by Cleanvoice.
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    Challengers Comics + Conversation
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  • IT DOESN'T. WHO CARES.

    IT DOESN'T. WHO CARES.
    2026/07/06

    IT DOESN'T. WHO CARES.
    •It starts petty…
    •Customer service is key.
    •Thanks, Patrons!
    •The American Library Association's Annual Conference was in Chicago and we got to see a bunch of our publishing friends!
    •DC Execs visit the shop!
    •MATT KINDT and BRIAN HURTT are coming back to Challengers!
    •We still have signed copies of our DWJ Exclusive Cover!
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    Contest of Challengers #787
    This episode is dedicated to your visible passion.

    Theme: Adam WarRock (with Mikal kHill)
    Intro: James VanOsdol (with Danhausen and Chris Jericho)
    Outro: James VanOsdol
    "Patrick" Voices: Richie Kotzen, Christopher Daniels, James Acaster, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), RJ City, Sebastian Bach, Arune Singh, James VanOsdol
    "Dal" Voices: James VanOsdol, RJ City, Dalton Castle, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), Kevin Conroy, Kris Statlander, Skye Blue, Bryce Remsberg, Arune Singh, Colt Cabana (both)
    Dal and Patrick Artwork: Bella Spagnuolo https://bellaspagnuoloart.myportfolio.com/
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    Challengers Comics + Conversation
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  • HORROR MOVIE LIZARD MAN

    HORROR MOVIE LIZARD MAN
    2026/06/29

    HORROR MOVIE LIZARD MAN
    •Lots of new toys in-store and coming our way!
    •Only Dal is allowed an Aztek figure!
    •An update on the availability of Pennies!
    •MIDNIGHT(s)!
    •DC Animation announcements.
    •The Back Issue Blind Box mystery!
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    Contest of Challengers #786
    This episode is dedicated to Milly Alcock..

    Theme: Adam WarRock (with Mikal kHill)
    Intro: James VanOsdol (with Danhausen and Chris Jericho)
    Outro: James VanOsdol
    "Patrick" Voices: Richie Kotzen, Christopher Daniels, James Acaster, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), RJ City, Sebastian Bach, Arune Singh, James VanOsdol
    "Dal" Voices: James VanOsdol, RJ City, Dalton Castle, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), Kevin Conroy, Kris Statlander, Skye Blue, Bryce Remsberg, Arune Singh, Colt Cabana (both)
    Dal and Patrick Artwork: Bella Spagnuolo https://bellaspagnuoloart.myportfolio.com/
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    Challengers Comics + Conversation
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    1 時間 3 分
  • ACTIVELY MANAGING

    ACTIVELY MANAGING
    2026/06/22

    ACTIVELY MANAGING
    •Print catalogs vs digital catalogs.
    •Huge Lunar shipment on the horizon!
    •Upcoming signings!
    •Credit card processing fees being passed to the consumer is getting out of hand.
    •Pennies!!
    •A Chicago spice bag!
    •New title announcements for September!
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    Contest of Challengers #785
    This episode is dedicated to Gerry Conway.

    Theme: Adam WarRock (with Mikal kHill)
    Intro: James VanOsdol (with Danhausen and Chris Jericho)
    Outro: James VanOsdol
    "Patrick" Voices: Richie Kotzen, Christopher Daniels, James Acaster, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), RJ City, Sebastian Bach, Arune Singh, James VanOsdol
    "Dal" Voices: James VanOsdol, RJ City, Dalton Castle, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), Kevin Conroy, Kris Statlander, Skye Blue, Bryce Remsberg, Arune Singh, Colt Cabana (both)
    Dal and Patrick Artwork: Bella Spagnuolo https://bellaspagnuoloart.myportfolio.com/
    This episode was digitally edited by Cleanvoice.
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    Challengers Comics + Conversation
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  • KEEP ESCAPING IT

    KEEP ESCAPING IT
    2026/06/15

    KEEP ESCAPING IT
    •Opening a Marvel 616 Doom Blind Bag.
    •BIG week of "A" list Releases. Or is it?
    •MASK #1 Blind Bag surprise!
    •Huge spoilers from the Big 2 publishers, before the corresponding books are released!!
    •Adjective titles.
    •Warrior Cats.
    •Jed McKay's MOON KNOGHT is a consistent joy.
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    Contest of Challengers #784
    This episode is dedicated to Keith Kremer.

    Theme: Adam WarRock (with Mikal kHill)
    Intro: James VanOsdol (with Danhausen and Chris Jericho)
    Outro: James VanOsdol
    "Patrick" Voices: Richie Kotzen, Christopher Daniels, James Acaster, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), RJ City, Sebastian Bach, Arune Singh, James VanOsdol
    "Dal" Voices: James VanOsdol, RJ City, Dalton Castle, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), Kevin Conroy, Kris Statlander, Skye Blue, Bryce Remsberg, Arune Singh, Colt Cabana (both)
    Dal and Patrick Artwork: Bella Spagnuolo https://bellaspagnuoloart.myportfolio.com/
    This episode was digitally edited by Cleanvoice.
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    Challengers Comics + Conversation
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    1 時間 7 分
  • THE SAND IN OUR STARS

    THE SAND IN OUR STARS
    2026/06/08

    THE SAND IN OUR STARS
    •Why was "Miles Morales" written in the show notes for 5 episodes ago?
    •Paul Chadwick and CONCRETE are back!
    •Are super-hero comics prime summer reading?
    •The unionization of Dark Horse workers.
    •The DC Blackout boycott.
    •Are YOU excited for the Supergirl movie?
    •Please don't overuse Jeff!
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    Contest of Challengers #783
    This episode is dedicated to Dianne.

    Theme: Adam WarRock (with Mikal kHill)
    Intro: James VanOsdol (with Danhausen and Chris Jericho)
    Outro: James VanOsdol
    "Patrick" Voices: Richie Kotzen, Christopher Daniels, James Acaster, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), RJ City, Sebastian Bach, Arune Singh, James VanOsdol
    "Dal" Voices: James VanOsdol, RJ City, Dalton Castle, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), Kevin Conroy, Kris Statlander, Skye Blue, Bryce Remsberg, Arune Singh, Colt Cabana (both)
    Dal and Patrick Artwork: Bella Spagnuolo https://bellaspagnuoloart.myportfolio.com/
    This episode was digitally edited by Cleanvoice.
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  • "OUR PODCAST IS GREAT"

    "OUR PODCAST IS GREAT"
    2026/06/01

    "OUR PODCAST IS GREAT"
    The human touch has value.
    Not saving time.
    We do not ship comic boxes or bulk comic supplies.
    Absolute Batman reprints.
    Packing up mail-order subscriptions.
    Using/not using Discord.
    Non-copy over subscription books.
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    Contest of Challengers #782
    This episode is dedicated to Darby Allin.

    Theme: Adam WarRock (with Mikal kHill)
    Intro: James VanOsdol (with Danhausen and Chris Jericho)
    Outro: James VanOsdol
    "Patrick" Voices: Richie Kotzen, Christopher Daniels, James Acaster, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), RJ City, Sebastian Bach, Arune Singh, James VanOsdol
    "Dal" Voices: James VanOsdol, RJ City, Dalton Castle, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), Kevin Conroy, Kris Statlander, Skye Blue, Bryce Remsberg, Arune Singh, Colt Cabana (both)
    Dal and Patrick Artwork: Bella Spagnuolo https://bellaspagnuoloart.myportfolio.com/
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    Challengers Comics + Conversation
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  • WALL-TO-NEW RELEASE WALL

    WALL-TO-NEW RELEASE WALL
    2026/05/25

    WALL-TO-NEW RELEASE WALL
    What comics industry news has Patrick missed?
    Coordinating what's on sale this week with what's coming out next week and what we're getting shipped for the week after next.
    How you can see what our weekly best-selling single issues are.
    I really, really love the look of our NEW THIS WEEK Wall on Tuesday nights.
    Secret Identity Comics of Chester, England.
    Comics talked about in this episode:
    BEAST OF BORIKEN #1
    STAR-CROSSED #1
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    Contest of Challengers #781
    This episode is dedicated to Joe Jackson

    Theme: Adam WarRock (with Mikal kHill)
    Intro: James VanOsdol (with Danhausen and Chris Jericho)
    Outro: James VanOsdol
    "Patrick" Voices: Richie Kotzen, Christopher Daniels, James Acaster, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), RJ City, Sebastian Bach, Arune Singh, James VanOsdol, Colt Cabana
    Dal and Patrick Artwork: Bella Spagnuolo https://bellaspagnuoloart.myportfolio.com/
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    Challengers Comics + Conversation
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    1 時間 4 分