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Apr 80 min read

Comic book auction record sales, Savage Dragon out of control, female Silver Surfer & more!

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Apr 70 min read

Special UK comics Show & Tell, plus more CBCS vs. CGC talk and Viewer Mail

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Jan 181 min read

Is DC going to take this character away from Marvel?! Plus, Bronze Horror & War, Wonder Woman & more

John & Richard hit that Viewer Mailbag and discuss the rumor of DC trying to claim ownership of a long-running Marvel character, even...

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Jan 181 min read

The great "1st Godzilla in Comics" debate continues! Plus, the hidden flaw that may ruin your comics

John & Richard once again dip into the Viewer Mail - including another contender for the "1st appearance of Godzilla in comic books",...

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Jan 181 min read

Our take on the big CGC slab swap controversy! Plus, Heritage Auction grabs & more

John & Richard start the new year off with a bang and another round of Viewer Mail - we weight in on the great CGC reholder scam, a...

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Jan 181 min read

Howard the Duck is back! Plus, more comic auction woes, X-Men #94 vs. Giant Size X-Men #1 and more!

Time to celebrate...Howard the Duck returns, just in time for his 50th anniversary - waugh! John & Richard answer more of your questions...

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Apr 18, 20230 min read

Our exclusive interview with JIM SHOOTER!

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Apr 18, 20230 min read

Our favorite WAR COMICS! Spotlight on this underrated genre! Plus, Rogue, Power Girl & more!

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May 24, 20221 min read

I have a HUGE announcement! (Plus our regular features!)

Impatient? Skip to the big announcement at 6:33! No spoilers here, but you do NOT want to miss this week's episode as John shares some...

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May 24, 20221 min read

Comic Multi-Pack Memories, plus the Man-Thing, Deadpool & a Green Lantern key you may have missed!

John & Richard talk about the comic book multi-packs of the 1970s and the scarce books that could only be found in them! Our Hot Book of...

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May 12, 20221 min read

The most Underrated Marvel Silver Age key? Plus, more on restoration, Catwoman & Sailor Moon

John & Richard hit the Viewer Mailbag to discuss the most Underrated Silver Age Marvel Comics, plus are purple labels really that bad?...

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May 12, 20221 min read

Five-figure Modern Comics fetching huge bucks! Are they worth it? Plus, Hercules, Judo Master & more

Comic books less than 15 years old are now selling for $10,000 and more - John & Richard share their thoughts on this crazy segment of...

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May 12, 20221 min read

More Underrated DC Comics to Grab! Plus, Thor, Elektra, Classic X-Men and FOOM!

You guys have been telling us comic collectors have been sleeping on classic DC Comics and we agree! John & Richard share their picks for...

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May 12, 20221 min read

The scarcest DC Comics, Viewer Mail, Steel & more CGC talk!

Hey, look! It's a new Bonus Episode, as John & Richard answer your questions, including why DC Comics from the 1950s are so scarce, who...

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May 12, 20221 min read

Is CGC cleaning up its act? Plus, Wonder Woman, more Viewer Mail & an obscure comic gaining heat!

John & Richard are back with another Viewer Mail episode! Is CGC finally making improvements? Also, our Hot Book of the Week features the...

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May 12, 20221 min read

Why did Gwen Stacy have to die? Plus, Viewer Mail, The Cat, Doctor Doom & more!

T-shirts & more are finally available!! http://tee.pub/lic/BAMG John & Richard are back with a special all Viewer Mail episode? What...

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Sep 1, 20211 min read

Our Top 5 Riri Williams/Ironheart Keys! Plus, Usagi Yojimbo, Spider-Man and...Nightside?

Riri Williams is coming to the MCU - are you ready? John & Richard have you covered with the Top 5 Ironheart keys you need, plus a bonus...

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Sep 1, 20211 min read

Moldy comics - what to do? Plus, more comic book NFT talk, and a flashback to Faust!

A new Bonus Episode, as John and Richard tackle moldy comic books, your reactions to comic book NFTs, a trip down memory lane with Quinn...

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Aug 24, 20211 min read

Comic Book NFTs 101 - what are they? Are they worth it? Plus, our Underrated Books of the Week!

Last week, Marvel sold more than $1 million worth of comic book NFTs in less than 5 minutes! So, what the heck are they? And why are some...

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Aug 24, 20211 min read

Meeting your idols, plus CGC Green or Blue labels, organizing comics & more viewer mail!

Bonus Episode time, as John and Richard discuss meeting your comic book idols, along with keeping your collection organized and a lot...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

#VariantGate - why are store exclusives in Walmart comic packs? Plus, Groo, Storm and Usagi Yojimbo!

Ratio variants & store exclusives are showing up in Walmart three packs - why and how does this affect the comic market? Plus, the 25...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

Are Free Comic Book Day books worth anything? Plus, the Instagram Market Watch & a comic mystery!

It's another Bonus Episode, as John and Richard take your questions, including one asking if Free Comic Book Day books are ever worth...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

Free Comic Book Day preview, plus Doom Patrol, Squirrel Girl and...Barbie?!

Why are this coming Saturday's Free Comic Book Day books already selling for big $$ on eBay? Something stinks and John & Richard are here...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

More eBay debate, plus the Instagram Market Watch with mega Spidey and Turtle key sales!

Bonus episode time again! Join John and Richard for a follow-up from Monday's controversial episode, as they tackle all the feedback,...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

Why we won't sell comics on eBay! Plus, Dave Stevens, more Elementals and the Creature Commandos!

You asked - we're answering! Join John and Richard as they explain why they won't sell comic books on eBay anymore - the reasons may...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

More 80s indies, is Kang a good buy and the Howard the Duck series we want to see!

Bonus episode time again! Join John and Richard as they answer your mail, including more 80s indies talk, Kang Konfusion and the kind of...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

TorpedoCon report, Grendel fetches big $$, Supergirl, plus the first computer-drawn comic!

Join John and Richard as they give a full report on TorpedoCon - who was there, what big books were to be had and how was the crowd?...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

CGC labels, TorpedoCon preview & facsimile covers being sold as originals?

Join John and Richard as they answer your questions, including the trend of facsimile editions being sold way above market value! Plus,...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

Our Loki reactions, plus Namor and a controversial She-Hulk cover!

Join John and Richard as they break down Loki and what it means for the future of the Marvel Cinematic Universe! Plus, a controversial...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

Changing Back Issue prices at the register - yea or nay? Plus, big sales for Loki & more CGC news!

It's Bonus Episode time as John & Richard tackle that picture that broke the internet this week - should retailers have the right to...

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Aug 16, 20211 min read

The death of Spider-Man? DC's Omniverse? The return of the clones? Plus, Stray Dogs & more!

Join John and special guest host Evan as they break down all the new plot twists & changes to Spider-Man and the DC Universe! Plus, Stray...

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Jul 9, 20211 min read

CGC Delays, Viewer Mail & the origin of Vibranium!

It's Bonus Episode time as John & Richard talk about the continuing delays from CGC - so why are they announcing they are now grading...

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Jul 9, 20211 min read

How To Ship Comics! Plus, GI Joe, Loki, the X-Men and Kang!

We've all had the nightmare of getting a comic book damaged in the mail because of poor shipping - join John & Richard as they share...

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Jul 9, 20211 min read

Blackstone buys CGC! What does it mean for your collection? Plus, Viewer Mail & IG Market Watch!

Another Bonus Episode as John & Richard break down the purchase of CGC by Blackstone - what does it mean now that Wall Street has its...

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Jul 9, 20211 min read

Our Top Underrated Black Widow Keys, plus Ghost Rider setting records, Thor & more!

The Black Widow movie is finally here! Join John & Richard as they share their picks for Underrated Black Widow keys to grab now while...

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Jul 9, 20211 min read

More Comic Book Pressing tips, what books we're reading & this week's Instagram Market Watch!

It's Bonus Episode time yet again! John & Richard offer more comic book pressing tips if you have wavy books, and we also share what...

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Jul 9, 20211 min read

Our Top Underrated X-Men Keys - grab 'em now! Plus, early Alpha Flight, hot Venom & more!

John & Richard share their picks for Underrated X-Men keys to grab now while they're cheap - yes, there are some left! Plus, the 25-Year...

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Jul 9, 20211 min read

Signed Comic Books - Yea or Nay? Plus, two major Showcase sales, Ultramega and Viewer Mail!

Bonus Episode time! John & Richard tackle Signature Series Comics, the debate over page quality, Moon Knight & more in our Viewer Mail...

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Jul 9, 20211 min read

Our Top Underrated Spider-Man Keys! Plus, Nova, Spider-Gwen, Supreme, Invincible & more!

John & Richard share their picks for Underrated Spider-Man keys to grab now while they're cheap - you may be surprised! Plus, the 25-Year...

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Jul 9, 20211 min read

Underrated Green Lantern Keys, record Hulk #1 sales, Viewer Mail & more!

It's another Bonus Episode! This week, John & Richard are joined by Hiram from @hirams_collectibles on Instagram, who shares his Top...

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Jun 10, 20211 min read

Our back issue snags - Yellow Claw, Doctor Doom & more! Plus, underrated Wolverine & Brother Voodoo!

Join John & Richard as they share their newest back issue grabs - some cool books for great deasl! Plus, comics and music meet to benefit...

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Jun 10, 20211 min read

Most Underrated DC Comics Keys with Mint Hunter Comics, plus Viewer Mail!

John & Richard are joined by James, aka Minthunter Comics, who shares his Top 5 Underrated DC Keys - prepare to be surprised! Plus,...

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Jun 10, 20211 min read

Hot Dollar Bin Books Bringing Big Money! Plus, SITC, more Miles Morales & a killer Cap cover!

John & Richard share their dollar bin diving secrets - some books that may be sitting in your dealer's dollar bin that get big money on...

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Jun 10, 20211 min read

Instagram Market Report - huge sales on mega keys! Plus, Viewer Mail and Underrated Books!

A guest-packed bonus episode this week as John & Richard are joined by Ali and Bill from @elite_comics11 on Instagram with our first IG...

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May 24, 20211 min read

Underrated Bronze Age First Appearances! Plus, Snake Eyes, Epic Illustrated & Wonder Woman!

John & Richard share their picks for Underrated Bronze Age Comic First Appearances - do you have these yet? Get 'em now before they shoot...

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May 24, 20211 min read

An Underrated Hulk Key, more 30¢ Variant chat and Comic Book Conservation!

Another packed Bonus Episode, where we take your comments & questions, including even more variant chat and our thoughts on whether...

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May 24, 20211 min read

A 27-year old lost comic collection found! Plus, Amazing Spider-Man #361, Marvel Milestones & more!

Imagine finding a comic book collection you sold 27 years ago and having the chance to buy it back - it happened to John this week! Find...

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May 24, 20211 min read

Our Top Copper Age Comic Book Picks! Plus, X-Men, Something Is Killing the Children & an EC classic!

Copper Age Comics are heating up the market - which ones should you be on the lookout for before they get out of reach? John & Richard...

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May 24, 20211 min read

The true 1st appearance of Rogue? Plus more variant chat & viewer mail!

Another killer Bonus Episode, where we take your comments & questions, including more variant chat - how about them Canadian price...

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May 4, 20211 min read

Whitmans, 35¢ prices & more - the original comic book variants! Plus, New X-Men, Darth Vader & more!

We all know about ratio variant covers, but what are the earliest comic book variants? John & Richard break down all the different types...

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