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We journey through each issue of the most underrated Marvel series of the 80’s while drinking beer. Please join us in rediscovering the joy of the Power Pack comic.
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Sunday Oct 11, 2020
Sunday Oct 11, 2020
We are going to start with a trigger warning on this issue. This deals with family issues, child abuse, and runaways. We understand if these are upsetting topics and you want to skip this episode.
That said, we need to say a big thank you to our friend Alexander, aka Waffles (@wafflesthemagic). He joins us all the way from New Zealand to help us review the good half of this free comic book from 1986.
Because this episode deals with more serious content, this will be a more subdued post about the issue. In fact, I think we will post some information that we talk about during the episode.
How to report sexual child abuse:
It is a crime no matter how young the victim or who the offender is. There is an agency in every state that is mandated by state law to receive and investigate reports.
Treatment for sexual abuse:
Sexual abusers and their families can be helped. Parents United is one national self-help organization. https://www.nsvrc.org/find-help
Help if you’ve been sexually abused:
The low self esteem, anger and guilt often experienced by victims can lead to a variety of problems later. Discussion and therapy groups are often helpful. There are local organizations to help survivors. https://www.rainn.org/national-resources-sexual-assault-survivors-and-their-loved-ones
Want to help or need more information:
More information can be found at the following address. https://preventchildabuse.org/
The number one thing we cannot repeat enough, if you are a survivor of child abuse, it is not your fault. There are trained, professional people who are around to help you. Never be afraid to reach out if you need to.
To view the art from this issue, check out our website: https://jeffandrickpresent.wordpress.com/2020/10/11/spider-man-power-pack-runaway/
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Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Raving Energy (faster) by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/5030-raving-energy-faster- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sunday Oct 25, 2020
Sunday Oct 25, 2020
GIANT SIZED 50th ISSUE!!!!!
And we are back with a BIG ole issue. Yes, this is the Special Giant Sized Issue! You see, it is right there on the cover.
We have been on Earth to long! It is about to time to taste that sweet, sweet vacuum of space. Thanks to the timely arrival of Kofi and Friday, the Powers and Franklin can head out to the stars and make some new friends.
And of course they pick a fight and Alex overuses his power. This is why we cannot have nice things. I don't care if the Kymelians started it, I blame Alex. I mean, he probably did it, right?
I mean look, we have a picture where he is about to punch Kofi in the snout. What is that about? What did pony boy do to him. Did he take away Alex's hair gel? Maybe. But you should not punch your friends in the mouth.
Then he starts destroying a room. Yes, I understand that his youngest siblings are also throwing stuff around, but still, he is the leader. He started this. They came to space and are now tearing it all up. What is this book even about.
And then Alex gets a death log. Why would you give Alex a death log. This kid has a power complex and you have given him an ultimate weapon. What, do you think he is going to use it to gently power wash the house? No. I do not think so. He is going to be using this to do bad stuff. You just watch.
I am not going to say I told you so, even though I just did right there. This is what happen when you give a teenage boy a death log. Just don't do it. They are not responsible enough. This is just so upsetting. I need something to make me happy.
To view the art from this issue, check out our website: https://jeffandrickpresent.wordpress.com/2020/10/25/power-pack-50-fridays-children/
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Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Spy Glass by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4410-spy-glass License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Friday Oct 30, 2020
Friday Oct 30, 2020
Happy Halloween!!!! Would you believe that Mephisto showed up again? Yup...he is causing mischief...but his heart just is not in it this year. I guess he feels that there is enough bad stuff happening that he just does not have enough energy for us. Whatever. His loss our gain.
Due to some Zoom and Gmail hi jinks, Rick, Tim, and Al end up chatting about Frankenstein Alive, Alive issues 3 and 4. And it is a good thing too. Earlier, on the Resurrections podcast they were reviewing the first two issues.
What is there to say about these books.....well...according to the run time, a lot. The art is gorgeous, and the story hints at a deeper narrative that was supposed to go longer than it did.
Time caught up with the creator, Bernie Wrightson, before he could properly end the book. He was able to pick his successor to finish his drawings based on sketches. What we are left with is a beautiful and tragic collection.
This was an interesting book to read and experience for the first time, and it was an enjoyable conversation with some friends. It is always fascinating to discover something new and beautiful.
Normally these narratives are funny or silly, sometimes downright nonsense. This time, it just did not feel appropriate. This time it just felt better to celebrate the delicate pencils and drawings of the artist.
Sometimes you just need to take a moment, and really look at some art work, and appreciate the skill and craftsmanship.
Follow the entire crossover event
“Mephisto vs The Podcasters”
using the links below!
- Secret Wars and Beyond: Hellblazer: Freezes Over
- Married With Comics: Tomb of Dracula #44
- Resurrections- An Adam Warlock and Thanos Podcast: Frankenstein Alive, Alive #1 & 2
- Unpacking the Power of Power Pack: Frankenstein Alive, Alive #2 & 3
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Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Sunday Nov 08, 2020
Yes....that is Whoopi Goldberg on the cover.
This is a thing. You know it is coming, you talk to the creator about why, but nothing really prepares you for the reality of....Whoopi.
Yup...we are right there with Power Pack. But wait. I am forgetting something....Oh yeah. We have a guest! All the way from the Worst Comic Podcast Ever (https://wcpever.com/), we have our second of the the three hosts, Jerry McMullen (@EssentialShowca) to join us on this ......It is WHOOPI flipping Goldberg!
The kids are busting through the door and want me focus on the comic book and just ....let it go. Fine. Fine. I will try to focus on the issue. Let's see, what do we have here.
Oh look, Maraud has blown up the gas giant behind the Kymellian space station with the giant murder log that she burgled....burglar.... BURGLAR!!!! No...wait...not going down the rabbit hole.
Ok...what else. Oh...look. It is Alex loosing control of his power by getting high on taking in too much energy. Oh goody. And now he is standing next to Jack while he is jumping with joy as he is flashing with power.....wait....hang on......Jumping....Jack....Flash...NO!
And now we have Queen Maraud bursting with power as she has stolen all of the Powers from the powers. So a power transfer. Again. Listen sister, we have seen this act before and we know that is going to end bad for....for...wait.. SISTER ACT! C'Mon!
We cannot get away from this. Whoopi is in this issue, and that is just a thing we all have to deal with. But the good news is that I am through all of the images we wanted to share. Well....there is just one more. Sigh. Ladies and Gentlemen...the bathroom.
To view the art from this issue, check out our website: https://jeffandrickpresent.wordpress.com/2020/11/08/power-pack-51-the-numinus/
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Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ One-eyed Maestro by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4170-one-eyed-maestro License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sunday Nov 22, 2020
Sunday Nov 22, 2020
Did you all check out that cover....Yes? No? Check again. Notice the costumes. Got it? Good. This happens.
You may be asking yourself how we got here. If you are, good. That is a great way to start. Well let me tell you, it is because of a lot of unpleasantness from the big Q.
She has been mean before, but now she has really pushed the line. She has made her bed, and she has to sleep in it. She has crossed the proverbial line, and now must pay the piper.
Not only has she taken the kid's powers, but she is holding them up by the hair. There is mean and evil, and then there is just bad manners. You do not go pulling someone's hair just because you can. Are we on a playground here!?
Apparently we are. Way to keep things classy there Franklin. I mean....sticking out your tongue at a queen. What kind of manners have your parents taught you....you know...when your parents were around and not in another dimension?
But now we get to the good stuff. Now we get to the part in the western where the bar fight happens, and the scrappy hero starts to throw the punches around.
You know the scene. Everything looked hopeless and then the tide turned. Then a second wind happens. Then the small child has the alien on its back. Then it is time for the final act.
And what a final act it is with the hero boy bright and glowing and ready to lay the smacketh down.
To view the art from this issue, check out our website: https://jeffandrickpresent.wordpress.com/2020/11/22/power-pack-52-the-bitter-end/
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Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Tenebrous Brothers Carnival - Snake Lady by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4476-tenebrous-brothers-carnival---snake-lady License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sunday Dec 06, 2020
Sunday Dec 06, 2020
Let me be real with you guys....this is not our favorite issue. There are problems within it. Art, story, characters....you name it. With that in mind, let's see if we can start off with the positives.
This really awesome interior cover was done by friend of the show, Jon Bogdanove. It features the kids with their new powers, and Franklin. Katie is holding up Franklin and Jack, who is shooting a powerball. Julie and Alex are flying in the background. It is pretty awesome.
Then we have the rest of the book. Okay. Positive...positive.......Dr. Doom is in the book as part of Acts of Vengeance. He also has a plan. But, he is not the best Doom and his plan is kinda lame.
I guess you could say this issue is a giant puzzle. But it is a 20 piece puzzle made of big pieces that are all individual colors and they don't go together and they don't form anything.
And your brother jumps over the puzzle knocking it over repeatedly.
Positive....positive....Okay...here is something positive. It looks like Alex and Julie are hitting that serious growth spurt that comes in the teenage years. I mean, they are as tall, or taller than their father, and they are just giants compared to Jack and Katie. So, that is a positive, right?
Maybe I was a little too sassy in that last paragraph. Let me try again....how about this note. It has great cursive, and looks very nice. As far as the content goes and how it is the weakest trap that was ever set yet Alex falls for it......well.
What about that trap? Well, let's take a look at that. The bad gal waits for Alex to show up, reveals herself, then has him watch as she harms his dad. Fine....Okay. At least she has a nice coat.
Keeping on with the positive theme, it also appears that Alex is really hitting the protein shakes to help with those growth spurts. 'Cause the boy is getting THICK. I mean, Gold's Gym has a new spokesman. Watch out.
All in all....I guess this could have been worse. I mean...it was not Weekend at Bernie's 3!
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Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Video Dungeon Boss by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4583-video-dungeon-boss License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sunday Dec 20, 2020
Sunday Dec 20, 2020
Do you like dinosaurs! That is not a question, it is a statement! YOU....LIKE......DINOSAURS!!!
OKAY! You are a kid with some money! You are at a mall with your bestest friend! There is a food court, a toy store, and a DINOSAUR EXHIBIT! What can make this any better?????
How about having the writer of the New Warriors Continuity Conundrum,Corey (@NewWarriorsTalk) on to help us out! Like I said....BEST! DAY! EVER!
The best thing!!!!The most wonderful thing!!!! Your story is being told by Judy Bogdanove and drawn by Jon Bogdanove. Is that cool or what? It is like beating up a dino-Mr. Fantastic!
But what are we doing here? Watching some kids play, having fun, kicking some booty...or cleaning their rooms? Why we are doing all of those things, and we are having a lot of fun doing it!
Many people will tell you that when you are fighting dinosaurs, you should always lead with your right foot. Actually, nobody says that, but what people do say is that Jack fighting a dino is awesome!
What about villains....do we have any cool villains....? Well, sure...I guess....you could say that. I mean, I guess that the Mad Thinker is a well known villain, and he has a pedigree. You could also say that Jack is a villain in training.
Speaking of double vision, check out there being two Franklins. How did that happen? What is going on? Why does our sweet little boy have a duplicate?
Just because we want to leave you in a little bit of suspense, we will not tell you what is happening, but we will leave you with a couple of images of him being eaten.....that should make you afraid.
To view the art from this issue, check out our website: https://jeffandrickpresent.wordpress.com/2020/12/20/power-pack-54-dino-might/
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Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Hit the Streets v2 by Kevin MacLeod
Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3878-hit-the-streets-v2
License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sunday Jan 03, 2021
Sunday Jan 03, 2021
We have a very cool hobby. We get to sit, drink beer, talk comics, and every now and again, we get to talk to creators. This is the bit of the job that we love. We are also lucky that we can talk to certain creators more than once. Ain't that cool.
This time, the focus of the chat is to meet the author of the last episode, Judy Bogdanove. Not only did she write a Power Pack book, but she also wrote a few other books as well. Which is great, and you should check these books out as well.
But what did we talk about? Oh, the usual things, ugly sweaters, awesome islands, farms and chickens, and of course....cheese.
This may not be as long as the first interview we did. We had a few technical problems, and some scheduling conflict, but we still had a wonderful discussion with an amazing couple.
You can also check out our website: https://jeffandrickpresent.wordpress.com/2021/01/03/interview-with-judy-and-jon-bogdanove/
Don’t forget to support us on Patreon, https://www.patreon.com/JeffandRickPresent. We have started to release monthly episodes for our Energizer and greater tiers. We are covering the alternate versions mini-series that started in 2005.
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Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sunday Jan 17, 2021
Sunday Jan 17, 2021
Get ready for a creepy and spoooooooky issue!!!!!!!
Now, you may have noticed I mentioned that this would be spooky, and it is. But it is also funny. I mean, yes...there are ghosts and ghouls and jump scares, but there are also a lot (and we mean a lot) of toilets.
We have a ghost cam, a toilet cam, a wire cam, and even just people mentioning toilets. You could say that we are left with nothing but potty humor.
Now that Maggie has stuck her tongue at us, we must ask ourselves, what else should we talk about. And should we do it in the bathroom?
To be fair, the kids are not hanging out in the bathroom all day, waiting for some TP robber to come along. The kids do get out and interact with art at a museum. Of course Jack ruins it...but it in a tasteful way.
I guess the question would be why is this all occurring? Is this a giant plan to drive mama Power insane? Why do people hate toilets so much? If only Alex would discover something.
Also, we cover a couple of Fantastic Four issues that have some Power Pack moments in them. Not enough to have their own episodes, so we did a drop in. For posterity sake, these would be Fantastic Four #337 and Fantastic Four Annual #23. Now that we have said that, here are some monsters.
Don’t forget to support us on Patreon, https://www.patreon.com/JeffandRickPresent. We have started to release monthly episodes for our Energizer and greater tiers. We are covering the alternate versions mini-series that started in 2005.
To view the art from this issue, check out our website: https://jeffandrickpresent.wordpress.com/2021/01/17/power-pack-55-mysterio/
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Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hit the Streets v2 by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3878-hit-the-streets-v2 License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
Sunday Jan 31, 2021
And welcome to the beginning of the end of the regular series. We are not going to sugar coat this folks. This is where the series starts to take a big, huge tonal shift from everything we have known before. New creative team, new story, new characterizations.
So when we say "new", what do we mean. Well, the letterer and the editor in chief are the same, but the rest of the team is different. That can be a problem to the readers when they are expecting a story or narrative to follow through. Without someone to keep it all consistent, things get left behind.
"Gosh, you guys are sounding so serious, where are the funny jokes?"
Good question disembodied voice. Well, we felt the need to give our listeners a warning, and we like to change things up sometimes. I mean, poor Rick is sitting there, typing non-sense at 2 in the morning on the weekends. At times he forgets what he is talking about or what he is doing. Can you imagine what the stress is doing to him?
Maybe his hair is coming out, we really cannot be sure. One reason is COVID, the other is we know he owns super glue. But we digress.
And there is nothing to bring us back into focus than Galactus. I mean, he commends respect when he enters the room.....or the planet....if the planet is a room size.....Galactus is big folks. Do you GET IT!
Maybe Galactus is not big and tall and powerful. Maybe he just has good lighting...hear me out. If we look at the heralds he has had, like Silver Surfer and Nova, we see that he chooses beings who can cast just the right illumination on him. I think it is all an illusion.
Jack has just reminded me that this is a Power Pack comic, and I should talk more about them. Honestly, I forget they were in this issue. But now that Jack is a buffed up little ball of energy, I will not refuse his request.
Most of the action in the book is with Nova and Star Stalker fighting on an abandoned and dead planet while a weird being called an Elan lies dying nearby. And Power Pack makes and appearance.
On a completely different note, our friend Gary gave us each an amazing gift. He hand made us each a coaster in resin with the Power Pack logo's inside. It was a very thoughtful gift that we both appreciate.
To view the art from this issue, check out our website: https://jeffandrickpresent.wordpress.com/2021/01/31/power-pack-56-childhoods-end/
Don’t forget to support us on Patreon, https://www.patreon.com/JeffandRickPresent. We have started to release monthly episodes for our Energizer and greater tiers. We are covering the alternate versions mini-series that started in 2005.
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Eighties Action by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3703-eighties-action License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Hit the Streets v2 by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3878-hit-the-streets-v2 License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/