Variant Edition

We're back from vacation...but about a week late. We actually shot this on time, but couldn't get it together until now. But better late than never, right? Especially, since this episode has a sneak peak at a new segment that we plan to do on the show every once in a while...'Judge a Book by its Cover'. Plus we've got the usual quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. The Dark Knight continues to dominate the news and Atomic Robo is our Pick of the Week! Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition's on vacation this week...or at least Kevin is. So while the show is a little later than usual, we still pulled together to bring you a quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. Mike's at Classic Comics (our usual location) with the Rundown of the books you can expect to find in shops this week. Kevin's got our Pick of the Week from his vacation in Maine. Nick checks in from home with the news including a multitude of Terminators, Batman's never ending record breaking and the Billion dollar super hero summer. Then Luis also checks in from home with some First Looks, including: Hulk #5, Ultimate Origins #3 and Venom Dark Origin #1. We almost made it for Tuesday...everything was shot...but blame Vacationland. Next week, we're back in Jersey and hopefully back on schedule! Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. We're a little late due to a technical mix up. This week: It's the San Diego Comic Con news round-up. Then it's the Rundown with the books you can expect to find in shops this week, and Mike and Luis take a look at Ultimate Spider-Man #124, Skaar Son of Hulk #2 and Thor #10. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

It's the summer of the comic book movies...and we finally take a look at the biggest of them all: The Dark Knight. But before we share our thoughts on Batman's big return to theaters, we also review Wanted and Hellboy 2. Plus, Kevin takes a look at the new Watchmen Motion Comics. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. This week: It's the comic book movie of the summer: The Dark Knight! Plus the Watchmen trailer, Filthy Barbie, Jim Lee and Frank Miller. Then it's the Rundown with the books you can expect to find in shops this week, and Mike and Luis take a look at Ultimate X-Men #96, Uncanny X-Men #500 and Immortal Iron Fist #17. Our Pick of the Week: War Heroes #1 Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

We continue the episode so epic it had to be split into 2 episodes! The oversized episode continues with reviews of: Anna Mercury #2, Captain America #38 &39, Wolverine #66, Fear Agent #21, The Goon #25, Skaar Son of Hulk #1, Monster Zoo Graphic Novel and Nick examines the Batman Black and White: Frank Miller statue. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. This week: We report on the sad news of Michael Turner's death. We've got a look at some pre-Pre-Comic-Con news, including the new Invincible animated series and Boom! Studio's move to web publishing. Plus, Hulk vs., Iron Man Armored Adventures, Wolverine and the X-men, Hellboy 2 and The Dark Knight! Then it's the Rundown with the books you can expect to find in shops this week, and Mike and Luis take a look at X-Force #5, Captain America #40 and Iron Man Director of Shield #31...and Nick tells us all about Mice Templar #5. Our Pick of the Week: Marvel 1985 #3 Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

An episode so epic it had to be split into 2 episodes! Gaze on the epicness of the first part! Our march to catch up continues with reviews, including: Final Crisis #1, H P Lovecraft's Haunt of Horror #1, Elephantmen #12 and Action Comics #866. Then we hulk out for a discussion on the new Incredible Hulk movie. Watch out for part 2 later this week with more reviews (Captain America, Goon, Wolverine and more). Next week Variant Edition Tuesdays return with a special episode. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

It's Tuesday, but this week, we've got a catch-up review episode. It's packed with reviews, including: Walking Dead #49, Batman #676, The Goon #24, Action Comics Annual #11, Secret Invasion #2 and Nick looks at some of his Free Comic Book Day finds. Statue Reviews return with CS Moore Studio's Walking Dead and Bowen's DragonMan and The Goon. Plus Mike debuts a new segment: Without Capes with a review of Suburban Folklore. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don’t forget to check out our forums…let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. First it's the Rundown with what books you can expect to find in shops this week, then Nick walks us through the biggest story of last week and Mike and Luis take a look at Ultimate Spider-man #123, X-men First Class #13 and Thunderbolts #121. Our Pick of the Week: No Hero #0 Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. It's been a few weeks...and we're back. We spent a weekend at Wizard World Philadelphia and we've got some footage from the show floor. First it's the Rundown with what books you can expect to find in shops this week, then Nick's got the news followed by Luis and Eddie discussing the finer points of the Russian Wanted trailer. Our Pick of the Week: Trinity Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Iron Man! It's a special Iron Man themed episode, featuring a group discussion/review of the new movie, a look at Invincible Iron Man #1 and last year's Iron Man Bust 3 Pack from Bowen Designs. Reviews include: Ultimate Human #4, Crawlspace: XXXombies #4, Gemini #1, Fear Agent #20 and Mighty Avengers #12. Plus Nick heaps mounds of praise on the amazing conclusion to Elephantmen War Toys #3. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. We're back with a regular VE Tuesday...but due to some tech issues, it's VE Wednesday! Iron Man mania rages on, DC goes political and Trinity stands alone. We sneak in a few advance reviews of Ultimate X-men #94, Fantastic Four #557 and Wolverine Origins #25. Our Pick of the Week: Mighty Avengers #14 Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

It's the return of the uncut creator interviews! Luis sat down at last year's Baltimore Comic Con and talked to Birds of Prey cover artist Stephane Roux about his work at DC in animation and what might be in his future. We originally ran a shorter version of this interview back in episode 65. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

It's a quick one this week...with a rundown of comics hitting shops this week. Our Pick of the Week: Batman #676. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. New York Comic Con breaks records, Iron Man opens big, and Spidey goes to Washington. We sneak in a few advance reviews of Moon Knight #18, Amazing Spider-man #558, Young X-men #2, Avengers Invaders #1 and Cable #3. Our Pick of the Week: Action Comics Annual #11. Plus a Nick's sporting a new 'do! Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

We survived the New York Comic Con! And we return bearing footage. First up, it's a special NYCC Variant Edition Tuesday with an exclusive Mice Templar #4 First Look. Plus Kevin with some con announcements and Eddie tells us all about Wanted, The Spirit, The Dark Knight and the Hulk. And a sneak peak into some kick ass footage from the Hellboy 2 panel...and that's just a tease of what we've got coming up later this week! Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Could it be? Another full length episode? We’ve got another combo episode…it’s a rundown of the comics you’ll find in shops, first looks at a few cool books and more lengthy reviews that you viewers keep clamoring for! Luis and Mike take First Looks at X-Factor #30, X-Men Divided We Stand #1, Captain America #37 and Incredible Hercules #116. Reviews include: Titans #1, Kick Ass #2, Dead of Night #3 and The Goon #23. Plus Nick and Mike remind everyone that this weekend is the New York Comic Con. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

We had too many reviews shot for Episode 71, so I had to cut some...but never fear, we're running them in a special bonus All-Review Episode! Reviews include: Cable #2, Astounding Wolfman #5, New Avengers #39, Moon Knight #17, Young X-men #1 and Goon #21 & #22. Plus Nick's got a spoilerific look at the epic Walking Dead #48. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

It’s Episode 71…another full length episode…and so soon after the ep 70. But don’t worry, we didn’t forget about the Tuesday episode, we tossed it in too! Reviews include: First Looks at Wolverine #64 and Fantastic Four #556, Comic Foundry #2, Action Comics #863, Trials of Shazam #12 and Dead of Night #2. Nick and Mike finally read some your viewer mail…today we tackle the Fall Out Boy mail. Plus Mike and Luis take a look at Secret Invasion #1! Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don’t forget to check out our forums…let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

It's an off week...the Flu has struck Variant Edition. But we still managed to get our Rundown together. So while we don't have any news or reviews, you can still see what comics are due out this week. Our pick of the week? Secret Invasion #1. Our special pick? Comic Foundry #2. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Time for another Discussion! Nick, Mike and Kevin share their views on the new direct-to-video release of Justice League: The New Frontier. What is Variant Edition: The Discussion? Every once in a while, Variant Edition will sit down and talk comics. We'll pick a topic (or topics) that we find interesting and chat it up. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Here's another one from waaay back in November. It's finally ready. It's got what you've been asking for...it's full length...it's got reviews (old but relevant)...it's got statue reviews - and a new segment! Reviews include: Captain Marvel #1, House of M Avengers #1, Lobster Johnson: The Iron Prometheus #3, New Avengers Illuminati #5, Punisher War Journal # 13 and Thor #4. And just to mix it up Luis checks out a Dynamic Forces Red Sonja statue based on an Adam Hughes cover and Mike shares his thoughts on the Marvel Select Zombie Spider-man and Mary Jane statue. Plus Mike and Nick start our new Superhero History 101! Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. Mid-Ohio Sold! Archaia Studios Press Goes Online! Stephen King! Live action Snake Eyes! Kevin Conroy! Scott Pilgrim! We sneak in a few advance reviews of Daredevil #106 and X-Men First Class #10 Our Pick of the Week: All Star Superman #10. Plus a review of last week's Skrullerific Captain Marvel #4! Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. But this week some technical difficulties got in the way of shooting...no, not gremlins this time...leprechauns! So instead of a regular Tuesday we have the comics rundown and a few reviews to help you get caught up for this week...Captain Marvel #3 and Death of the New Gods #6. Plus a review of Warren Ellis' Ultimate Human #2. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. A new Wanted Trailer, Stan Lee goes manga and Gaiman to read for free speach! We sneak in a few advance reviews of Atomic Robo #6, Wolverine #63 and The Last Defenders #1 Our Pick of the Week: The Walking Dead #47 Plus new Dark Knight info... Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

The Discussion is back! To celebrate the release of Mark Millar's latest new series, Eddie, Luis and Kevin discuss and review last week's Kick Ass #1. What is Variant Edition: The Discussion? Every once in a while, Variant Edition will sit down and talk comics. We'll pick a topic (or topics) that we find interesting and chat it up. Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. Obamania goes Comic-con? New Iron Man Trailer...JLA back on track...and comics in Spanish! We sneak in a few advance reviews of Punisher War Journal #17, Moon Knight #16, Uncanny X-men #296 and The Twelve #3. Our Pick of the Week: Pax Romana #2. Plus a new Hulk pic... Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. It's comics news lightning round style. Wondercon, New Frontier, Wolverine Casting and a new Ultimate 100! We sneak in a few advance reviews of Thor #6, Captain America #35, Young Avengers Spotlight #2 and New Warriors #9. Our Pick of the Week: Justice League: New Frontier. Plus reminds us how he really feels about Fall Out Boy... Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.

Variant Edition Tuesday is the quick dose of comic knowledge you need before you step into the comic book shop this week: the best books hitting the stands and the latest headlines. Fox is suing Warners over Watchmen, more 2000 AD online and Fall Out Boy comes to comics? We sneak in a few advance reviews of Hulk #2, The Order #8 and Immortal Iron Fist and the Green Mist of Death. Our Pick of the Week: Invincible #48. Plus we pick Warren Ellis' Freak Angels as our Book of the Week ! Variant Edition is the weekly video podcast covering comic book news, reviews and culture. Every week, episodes are online through iTunes, available on www.variantedition.com and sharable through Veoh, Blip.tv, YouTube, Google and LiveVideo. And don't forget to check out our forums...let us know what you think of the episodes or would like to see something covered on the show.