What if I gave you a comic book that revealed a DC superhero was a comic book collector? What if I gave you a comic book with cosplaying villains? And what if I gave you a comic book where a superhero cosplayed as himself?

In this episode, Chris dives deep into The Flash #268, one of the most memorable Bronze Age issues of DC Comics. We explore the story's darker themes, its emotional weight, and how it reflects a turning point for Barry Allen during the late 1970s era of The Flash. Feom questions of fate and responsibility the the evolving tone of superhero comics, this issue stands out as a key chapter in Flash history.

Step into one of The Twilight Zone's most unsettling episodes as Chris and Gerry break down "The After Hours." This eerie Season 1 classic turns a simple department store visit into a haunting meditation on identity, conformity, and the fear of not belonging.

In this discussion, we explore the episode's shocking twist, its iconic use of mannequins, and how Rod Serling taps into postwar anxieties about individuality and consumer culture. We'll also look at Anne Francis' unforgettable performance, the episode's influence on later horror and sci-fi, and why "The After Hours" remains one of the most disturbing Twilight Zone stories ever aired.

Whether you're a longtime Twilight Zone fan or discovering the series for the first time, this deep dive uncovers why this episode still chills audiences decades later.

Released in 1932, The Old Dark House is one of the earliest and most influential horror films of the Universal era, directed by Frankenstein filmmaker James Whale. Starring Boris Karloff, Gloria Stuart, Melvyn Douglas, and Charles Laughton, this eerie gothic tale blends macabre humor, atmospheric terror, and unforgettable performances.

In this review and discussion, Chris and Gerry explore The Old Dark House as both a horror classic and a proto-dark comedy, examining its themes, visual style, and place in the early sound-era cinema. We'll also discuss James Whale's directing, the film's cult reputation, and why it still resonates with classic horror fans today.