Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

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Spec Tales asks collectors and creators: What's your grail tale? Join Jake and Jesús each week as they explore new stories about the comic book grails we all love — the epic journies behind how they were obtained or how they inspired new creativity. You can share your grail tale by emailing the guys at [email protected] Or by reaching out on Twitter and Instagram.

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Rafael Albuquerque Talks American Vampire and How Frank Miller Inspires His Artwork

Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

01/26/22 • 56 min

Co-Creator of American Vampire and comic artist/creator of so many other titles, Rafael Albuquerque joins Jake and Jesús to discuss some of his most notable works, the artists that inspire him, and what he's got coming up in 2022. Links to books/comics mentioned by Rafael on this episode:Asterios Polyp by David MazzucchelliAsterix by René Goscinny and Albert UderzoThe Dark Knight Returns by Frank MillerREACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at [email protected] NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show

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2022 Comic Grail Goals and A Giant-Size Silver-Age Comic Book Giveaway

Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

12/29/21 • 48 min

Jake & Jesús discuss their holiday haul from the previous week and also what their comic book goals are for 2022. Have you decided on your 2022 comic goals, yet? The guys also give you all the dirty details about the Giant-Size New Year's Special they're dropping on January 5th, including who's on the guest list and even the reveal of a juicy comic book giveaway. All the information you need heading into the big one. Get some!REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at [email protected] NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show

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No Roads, All Rage — Selling The Entire X-Men Run Multiple Times Over with Rage Theo

Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

12/15/21 • 61 min

Resident mutant collector and Instagram seller Rage Theo joins Jake & Jesús to discuss why X-Men are his favorite books to collect...and sell. The guys also dig into what grail Rage bought with a large ziplock bag full of cash and more speculation than you can shake a stick at. Just click play! REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at [email protected] NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show

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Proof That Bears are Attracted to Silver-Age Comic Book Keys Slathered In Speculation Honey

Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

02/02/22 • 62 min

The time has finally arrived, the long-awaited Journey Into Mystery Annual #1 tale is here. With the help of their faithful friend and presser Taco, the guys describe their speculation journey from identifying what books to purchase through the pressing and grading process. Warning, this episode contains multiple bears and should not be consumed by those allergic to bears or incredible Silver age comic book grail tales. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at [email protected] NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show

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Cover Artist David Sanchez Discusses His Tupac Cover and A Classic Silver-Age Grail Tale

Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

01/19/22 • 60 min

Jake & Jesús are joined by comic book cover artist David Sanchez to discuss the plethora of ridiculously awesome variant covers he's created during his first few years in the industry. David also drops a spiderific silver-age grail tale that has the guys' jaws on the floor. And it wouldn't be an episode of Spec Tales without some juicy comic speculations, too. Listen in for all the goods! REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at [email protected] NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show

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Giant-Size New Year's Special — Six Comic Collector Guests and One Silver-Age Giveaway

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01/05/22 • 87 min

Happy New Year! Thank you to all our listeners for a wonderful 2021, we are looking forward to a very eventful 2022. This week, to celebrate the new year, we have 6 guests on the show to discuss their 2022 comic grail goals. Our guests include, Newbie Comics, Jason from Certified Comic Shop, BC from Blakk Crown Comics, Brian from Taco and Comics, Chris the Vancouver Comic Junkie AND a super special guest you'll have to listen to find out.
GIANT-SIZE GIVEAWAY — January 13th, 2022 we are giving away 5 comic prizes, including a Journey Into Mystery Annual #1. For a chance to win, you must listen to this episode, obtain the secret word (said in the episode) and send us a message on either our Twitter or Instagram pages. That's it, then you're entered!
REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at [email protected]
WE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us.
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Get Your Swag On With A Silver-Age Comic Book Grail Tale As Told By Swagglehaus Comics

Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

01/12/22 • 53 min

Jake & Jesús are joined by YouTube comic collector Swagglehaus Comics to discuss the silver-age grail he journeyed all the way to Sacramento to obtain. Swagg and the guys also discuss multiple undervalued silver-age comics that should be on any collector's list before they take off. Another chock-full episode with all you need for your grail and speculation fix. Listen up! REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at [email protected] NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show

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Spec Tales Top 10 Comic Book Collecting and Speculation Moments of 2021

Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

12/22/21 • 56 min

Jake & Jesús are back this week with their first solo show in over a month. The guys take this opportunity to count down their favorite comic book collecting and speculation-related moments from 2021. Don't worry, they still make room for recent pickups and spec talk, too. Don't miss this year-end recap that unveils some never-before-heard grail tales and previews what's to come in the upcoming Giant Size New Year's episode. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at [email protected] NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listeningSupport the show

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Alex Child Spills the Tea on Proctor Valley Road and His Comic Book Grail

Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

12/01/21 • 60 min

The guys sit down with Alex Child, co-writer, and creator of BOOM! Studios 1970's monster comic series, Proctor Valley Road. Alex discusses his experience collaborating with Grant Morrison, and he breaks some news on what's next for his young heroines. With plenty of speculation to love and one helluva grail tale, episode 20 is sure to be your new favorite episode. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at [email protected] NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like you. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show

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The Comic Podcast Crossover Event of the Year: Ten Cent Takes Invades!

Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast

02/16/22 • 64 min

For the first time ever, another comic podcast crosses over into the Spec Tales universe. Mike and Jessika from Ten Cent Takes join Jake and Jesús to discuss their strange and fascinating recent pickups, two distinctly unique grail tales AND and a healthy conversation on the potential pitfalls of the speculation market. You can find Ten Cent Takes on Twitter and Instagram. Books mentioned by Jessika and Mike:Zero Hour: Crisis in time #1; Gold Ashcan Variant (DC 1994)Elvira's House of Mystery #1 (DC 1986)Sonic the Hedgehog #0 (Archie 1993)Unit:E; New York Comic Con 2011 Exclusive (Hasbro 2011)REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at [email protected] NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show

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