The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast
Chris Hacker and Aaron Knowles
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Join hosts Chris Hacker and Aaron Knowles as they unlock the gates to The Oblivion Bar Podcast. Dive deep into the realms of comic books, TV, film, anime, and gaming with heated debates, exclusive comic book creator interviews, and a passionate week-in-review that'll teleport you directly into the heart of nerd nirvana.
New episodes every Monday. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. Get ready for an immersive journey into the multiverse of enthusiast entertainment!
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GAME REVIEW: Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl
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11/29/21 • 66 min
To catch them is our real test, to train them is our cause 💥
News and Notes (7:34)
For episode 62, Chris and Aaron discuss The POWER RANGERS Cinematic Universe is headed to Netflix, Ridley Scott blames Millennials for THE LAST DUEL's box office flop, and Amazon nearing a deal to develop a MASS EFFECT series adaptation.
Main Topic (27:35)
For our main topic, we travel back to the Sinnoh Region for Pokémon's latest pair of remakes: Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shinning Pearl! Professor Rowan, who is an expert in the field of Pokémon Evolution, recruits you to travel across the Sinnoh region to complete an encyclopedic record of Pokémon known as a Pokédex. But with villainous Team Galactic attempting to recreate a world of ONLY Pokémon, it is up to you to help stop them!
Aaron's Twitch Talk (54:51)
Chris' Corner (58:25)
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MOVIE REVIEW: Spider-Man: No Way Home
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12/22/21 • 91 min
'Godspeed Spider-Man...' 🎃🕷
News and Notes (05:23)
For episode 65, Chris and Aaron discuss the creator of TRANSFORMERS, Henry Orenstein, has passed away at 98 years old, DC's BLUE BEETLE movie will now be released in exclusively in theaters in 2023, Nicolas Cage plays Nicolas Cage in teaser trailer for THE UNBEARABLE WEIGHT OF MASSIVE TALENT.
Main Topic (21:14)
For our main topic, it is finally time to review and discuss that latest Spidey entry in the MCU: SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME! With Spider-Man's identity now revealed, our friendly neighborhood web-slinger is unmasked and no longer able to separate his normal life as Peter Parker from the high stakes of being a superhero. When Peter asks for help from Doctor Strange, the stakes become even more dangerous and... multiversal ✨
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Chris' Corner (1:24:51)
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MOVIE REVIEW: Ghostbusters: Afterlife
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11/23/21 • 95 min
We ain't afraid of no ghosts 🎵 🎶 👻
News and Notes (3:32)
For episode 61, Chris and Aaron discuss LUCASFILM renewing Kathleen Kennedy's contract through 2024, EARTHWORM JIM is getting a new animated series adaptation, and we discuss the final trailer for SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME.
Main Topic (27:45)
For our main topic, we review the latest installment in the Ghostbusters franchise: Ghostbusters: Afterlife! Does this new entry prop itself up on the shoulders of that original 1984 classic, or does it revitalize the brand and finally make Ghostbustin' cool again? Listen to find out! And yes, we are gods.
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2021 Last Call Awards
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01/03/22 • 65 min
It's 🌟 AWARD SEASON 🌟 here at The Oblivion Bar 🏆
We are at the end of 2021, so that can only mean one thing: It's time for THE LAST CALL AWARDS! Think of this award ceremony being like The Oscars, but with superhero and horror movies. Some awards include: Set-Up Sequel of the Year, Trailer of the Year, Video Game of the Year, Single Issue (Comic Book) of the Year, Stinker of the Year, and our David A. Weiner Movie of the Year!
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SERIES REVIEW: Hawkeye
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12/31/21 • 63 min
"I have a bow and arrow... none of this makes sense. But I'm going back out there because it's my job, okay?" 🏹 🏹
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For episode 66, Chris and Aaron discuss a recently discovered hidden gem in the SHANG-CHI mid-credits scene could affect the MCU in a devastating way, Tom Hiddleston talks about LOKI season II and continuing the character's redemptive arc, and Michael Keaton’s Bruce Wayne is set to appear in HBO Max's BATGIRL film.
Main Topic (15:34)
For our main topic, it is finally time to review and discuss Disney+ and Marvel Studios' latest installment HAWKEYE 🏹 In 2012, during the Battle of New York, a young Kate Bishop witnesses Clint Barton battling the Chitauri and aspires to become a hero like him after he inadvertently saves her life. In the present, Barton must help a now grown-up Kate uncover a mystery dealing with the underbelly of New York’s crime-lords – all while also trying to get home in time for Christmas 🎄
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Chris’ Corner (57:09)
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2021 Halloween Special: Basket Case (1982)
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10/31/21 • 62 min
"What's in the basket?" 🎃 🧺
For episode 59, Chris and Aaron discuss Brendan Fraser being casted as the villain in DC's BATGIRL film, Warner Bros./Legendary Pictures has officially announced DUNE: PART II, and MIDNIGHT MASS director Mike Flanagan wants to make a STAR WARS horror film.
For our 2021 Halloween Special's main topic, we travel back to the year 1982 to discuss the grind house classic horror film BASKET CASE! Basket Case tells the story of a young man carrying a big basket that contains his extremely deformed, formerly conjoined twin brother. The two brothers seek vengeance on the doctors who separated them against their will, but the impulses of the separated brother often put them at odds with each other.
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The Issue with the DCEU w/ The Spec Tales
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05/30/22 • 187 min
News and Notes (4:13)
For episode 80, Chris and Aaron are joined by Jake and Jesús, the hosts of SPEC TALES Podcast! We discuss the 2022 Eisner nominations, Marvel Studios unleashes the first trailer for SHE-HULK: ATTORNEY AT LAW and THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER.
Main Topic (32:41)
For our main topic, we completely dissect the history of the DC EXTENDED UNIVERSE and try to understand what has happened thus far – why these films, who center around some of the most popular superheroes in not only comic culture, but in pop-culture, cannot find their footing for a collective, intertwined narrative.
Aaron’s Twitch Talk (2:55:02)
Chris’ Corner (2:56:19)
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INTERVIEW: David M. Booher
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03/21/22 • 102 min
News and Notes (05:33)
For episode 71, Chris and Aaron discuss Amazon closing its $8.5 billion acquisition of MGM, legendary actor William Hurt dies at 71 years old, and we got our first trailer for Marvel's MS. MARVEL Disney+ series.
Main Topic (30:10)
For our main topic, we sit down with the creator behind IDW’s smash sensation CANTO with artist Drew Zucker, he helped put the SASS in back into ASSASSIN with Dark Horse Comics’ LGBTQ+ epic fantasy KILLER QUEENS, and recently released RAIN over at Image Comics -- which adapts a short story by Joe Hill where a seemingly normal rainstorm in Boulder, Colorado quickly turns deadly. We are excited and honored to welcome comic book writer David M. Booher onto the show!
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SERIES REVIEW: She-Hulk: Attorney at Law
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10/17/22 • 80 min
News and Notes (5:00)
For episode 98, Chris and Aaron discuss THE BOYS Season 4 photos offer first look at Sister Sage and Firecracker, we got our first teaser for Universal Pictures/Illumination’s THE SUPER MARIO BROS MOVIE, and Marvel Studios changes up release dates for DEADPOOL 3, FANTASTIC FOUR, SECRET WARS, and more!
Main Topic (24:15)
For our main topic, we review the latest Marvel Cinematic Universe Disney+ series: She-Hulk: Attorney at Law! She-Hulk follows Jennifer Walters as she navigates the complicated life of a single, 30-something attorney who also happens to be a green 6-foot-7-inch superhero.
Aaron’s Arcade (1:05:34)
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INTERVIEW: Charles Soule & Ryan Browne
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06/13/22 • 95 min
News and Notes (presented by Shortboxed) (6:28)
For episode 82, Chris and Aaron discuss Ghostbusters: Afterlife director Jason Reitman and writer Gil Kenan are now working together on a new Ghostbusters animated series for Netflix, Todd Phillips reveals JOKER Sequel script and photo of Joaquin Phoenix reading it, and the epic first trailer for Dwayne Johnson's BLACK ADAM has been unleashed!
Main Topic (23:37)
For our main topic, Chris sits down with the writer behind comic titles like Daredevil, She-Hulk, Swamp Thing, Letter 44, Death of Wolverine, Undiscovered Country, and one of the world’s leading creative forces (no pun-intended) for Marvel’s Star Wars comics (The Rise of Kylo Ren, Darth Vader, Poe Dameron, Lando, War of the Bounty Hunters, and many more).
We are also joined by one of the most unique artistic voices in the comic medium, with his work on Valliant’s Quantum & Woody, and his creator-owned titles Blast Furnace and the Harvey-nominated God Hates Astronauts. These two gentlemen are also the co-creators of Curse Words and the brand new Eight Billion Genies.
I am honored to welcome both Charles Soule and Ryan Browne onto the show!
Aaron’s Twitch Talk (1:22:33)
Chris’ Corner (1:26:47)
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How many episodes does The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast have?
The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast currently has 226 episodes available.
What topics does The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Writer, Marvel, Artist, Interview, Comics, Comic Books, Television, Podcasts, Books, Movies, Video Games, Superheroes, Arts, Dc Comics, Tv & Film and Review.
What is the most popular episode on The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast?
The episode title 'GAME REVIEW: Pokémon Brilliant Diamond/Shining Pearl' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast?
The average episode length on The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast is 72 minutes.
How often are episodes of The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast released?
Episodes of The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast?
The first episode of The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast was released on Apr 20, 2020.
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