The end of September brings my final Favorite Synthwave Mix – today’s mix is Cyber Dream from Smooth Sounds. This is one of the very first synthwave mixes I came across and listened to while working. Another themed month of … Continue reading Cyber Dream Day Thread (09/30)
For as long as I can remember, our beloved Joey would always lament that there were no new Miracleman comics for sale at local comic shops. Well that is all about to change as Miracleman returns next month, thanks in … Continue reading Comic Book Chat – Miracleman
Harley Quinn Volume 1 – No Good Deed (2021) Writer – Stephanie Phillips Artists – Riley Rossmo and Laura Braga In a previous review, I wrote about how Doctor Strange, Surgeon Supreme had jumped out at me while I was … Continue reading Comic Book Review – Harley Quinn Volume 1 – No Good Deed (2021)
The next installment of My Favorite Synth Mixes is Strngr and Destryur’s Night at the Grindhouse from NewRetroWave. This is a short mix at only 41 minutes but the songs will make you think you are on the run from … Continue reading Night at the Grindhouse Day Thread (09/26)
October is approaching and every year, I like to post this thread to help those planning their horror movie list for the 31 Days of Halloween. The Avocado has such a diverse and eclectic taste in cinema and I appreciate … Continue reading Horror Movie Recommendations 2022
I was tagged in the Weekly Comics Thread by Pupshaw last week- the comment mentioned a discussion topic involving “the history of our comic nerdom.” So today’s discussion is all about your origin story. When did you officially get your … Continue reading Comic Book Chat – Your Origin Story
Doctor Strange, Surgeon Supreme Volume 1 – Under the Knife Writer – Mark Waid Artist – Kev Walker Do you ever walk around the library and look for a book and you are having a hard time deciding on one, … Continue reading Comic Book Review- Doctor Strange, Surgeon Supreme Volume 1 – Under the Knife (2020)
September’s Open Thread Topic – Favorite Synthwave Mixes – rolls on with Odysseus and Retrolad. I really like the opening to this mix because it sounds like a laptop/computer booting up. That sound effect gets me every time! I really … Continue reading Retrolad Night Thread (09/19)
Dr. Harleen Quinzel aka Harley Quinn is celebrating her 30th Anniversary in 2022. From henchwoman to anti-hero to superhero, Harley Quinn is one of the few characters to make the jump from media to comics. Stepping out of the shadow … Continue reading Comic Book Chat – Harley Quinn’s 30th Anniversary
I had a hard time deciding on September’s Open Thread Topic Theme. I decided to go with Favorite Synthwave Mixes. My friends and I like to share these mixes with each other. I normally listen to them while working or … Continue reading Dance With the Dead Day Thread (09/12)
This thread is to discuss Season 5 of the latest chapter in the Karate Kid saga. Continue reading Spoil Sports – Cobra Kai Season 5
You are walking down the street and spy a mysterious phone dial on the ground. It’s odd because you haven’t seen a rotary phone in years. You hear a whisper saying, “Hero”, “Hero”. You spell the word -H-E-R-O using the … Continue reading Comic Book Chat – Create Your Own Hero
The Sandman made his debut in Amazing Spider-Man #4. He is one of Spider-Man’s oldest villains and would join the Sinister Six and the Frightful Four to challenge the Wall-Crawler and the Fantastic Four. Eventually, he would become a superhero … Continue reading The Sandman Day Thread (08/31)
August is almost over (WHAT?) and that means the end to my themed Open Threads for the month. What will September bring? I haven’t thought about that yet but for now we celebrate another film celebrating its 40th Anniversary of … Continue reading Blade Runner Night Thread (08/30)
Knightfall Volume 1 Writers – Doug Moench, Chuck Dixon, and Alan Grant Artists – Jim Aparo, Norm Breyfogle, Graham Nolan, Jim Balent, Bret Blevins, Klaus Janson, and Mike Manley Late at night, I’ll think about comic book collections I want … Continue reading Comic Book Review – Batman : Knightfall Volume 1
Today is Jack Kirby’s birthday and in celebration of The King, I figured I’d post a Comic Book Chat thread to discuss the legend. Feel free to post remembrances about Mr. Kirby and some of your favorite art pieces and … Continue reading Comic Book Chat – Jack Kirby’s Birthday
The New Champion of Shazam # 1 Writer – Josie Campbell Artist – Evan “Doc” Shaner I was at Eide’s Entertainment recently to take a look in the back issue bins for a few Reverse Flash comics for a friend … Continue reading Comic Book Review- The New Champion of Shazam #1
Today’s Comic Book Chat is a fun game I’m trying out. Name a hero or villain that you associate with the color Red. Who is the first one to come to mind? Let’s see how many obscure and popular characters … Continue reading Comic Book Chat – Heroes/Villains You Associate with the Color Red
Rocky 3 is another American classic celebrating its 40th Anniversary of release this year. Rocky Balboa is the champ and he’s riding high on a wave of success and popularity …until he crosses paths with his next challenger Clubber Lang … Continue reading Rocky III Night Thread (08/23)
Shang-Chi Vol 2 – Shang-Chi vs. the Marvel Universe Writer – Gene Luen Yang Artist – Dike Ruan Recently, I have been working in the office twice a week. One of the benefits of working in town is being able … Continue reading Comic Book Review – Shang-Chi Volume 2 -Shang-Chi vs. the Marvel Universe
Girls just wanna have fun…..until their fun is interrupted by an escaped maniac that uses a giant drill to kill and maim his victims. The Slumber Party Massacre is celebrating its 40th Anniversary and will officially ring in the milestone … Continue reading The Slumber Party Massacre Night Thread (08/21)
