Magazines and Monsters
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A podcast covering classic comics from the Silver, Bronze, and Copper Ages. Also, classic horror, fantasy and sci-fi films from pre-code to the 1980s! Marvel, DC, Hammer films, Amicus studio, it's all here! Hosted by Billy D., (A.K.A. Doc Strange) and a few of my favorite friends! Shows are as follows- The Bronze Age of Horror Comics (a guest and I discuss a comic(s) from the Bronze Age! The Brave and the Bob! is a show centered around Bob Haney and the Brave and the Bold! And of course, Magazines and Monsters the main show, covering all...
Episodes(40 episodes)
Magazines and Monsters Ep 163, Marvel Fanfare 7, 1982 w/Ed and Evan!
It’s time for more Marvel Fanfare! Ed and Evan have joined me for another fun issue, we get a fun story centered around the Jade Giant himself, The Hulk! Not one but two villains, and a circus as well! The Hulk shows us how to eat hot dogs, plus a back up story featuring some fantastic art! As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @docstrange or o...
Published: Jun 24, 2026Duration: 1h 44m 22s
The Bronze Age of Horror Comics! Silverblade 6, 1988 w/Jeremiah!
Hey everybody! It’s time for more Silverblade! My pal Jeremiah and I were blown away by the fantastic cover featuring…Dracula? Then, we see Milestone and his quest to understand the supernatural! Plus, Sandra learns a secret! As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @docstrange or on the show’s FB page (just search Magazines and Monsters). You can find Jeremiah...
Published: Jun 22, 2026Duration: 50m 37s
Magazines and Monsters Ep 162, Detective Comics 572, 1987 w/Professor Alan!
Hey they all you detectives! Professor Alan is back (from the past?) and he’s here to talk about his favorite detective! No not Batman, but Sherlock Holmes. He’s definitely the biggest SH fan I know, so it was a thrill to get to speak with him about this fun issue. As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @docstrange or on the show’s FB page (ju...
Published: Jun 19, 2026Duration: 1h 29m 45s
The Brave and the Bob! Ep 79, The Brave and the Bold 115, 1974 w/Mart Gray!
Hey there zany ones! My good friend from the U.K., Mart Gray is back! This time around we’ve got a very wild story from Mr. Haney, and believe it or not, Batman ends up dead! Not a hoax, not a dream, not an imaginary story! The other half of this team up, none other than Ray Palmer, A.K.A., the Atom, along with doctors must find a way to revive Batman, but stop the murder of a young witness as well! So join us for our regular banter and hijinx! As us...
Published: Jun 17, 2026Duration: 55m 12s
The Bronze Age of Horror Comics! The Incredible Hulk 197/198, 1976 w/Evan Bevins!
Hey there all you big green behemoths! My good buddy Evan is back, and we’re going to be talking about one of his favorite characters in the jade giant himself, the Incredible Hulk! In this fun two part story, we discuss Mrs Doubtfire, a special appearance by Jonah Hex, Nickelodeon, “Hairy Hanna,” and my name change to Captain Cutlass. So join us for a good time!As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter...
Published: Jun 15, 2026Duration: 1h 21m 46s
The Bronze Age of Horror Comics! The Tomb of Dracula 57/58, 1977 w/Scott West!
Hey there all you bloodsuckers! Scott and I have two wild issues to talk about in this episode. First up, we have The Forever Man! He’s been alive since the 1790s, and only one person can kill him! Then, Blade is back, and an old friend is back to pay him a visit. But is it for a good reason or one that pulls Blade into an evil web of insanity? As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com...
Published: Jun 8, 2026Duration: 1h 29m 48s
Magazines and Monsters Ep 161, The Keep (1982) w/Karen (Echoes from the Satellite)!
Hey everybody, my pal Karen (Planet 8 podcast) is back, and we’ve got a fascinating film to discuss! The Keep by Michael Mann (Director, Writer) is an odd offering, but don’t sleep on it, as it has some fun scenes and definitely valid reasons for not being better. But, tune in, as Karen discuss these facts! As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @docstrange or on the...
Published: Jun 5, 2026Duration: 1h 30m 23s
The Bronze Age of Horror Comics! Creepy 56, 1973 w/Kirby!
Hey everybody, it’s time for another dive into the fantastic Warren Magazines! This time around, Kirby and I have really wild issue to talk about! I mean just look at that cover! Yes there is a werewolf although not what you might expect! A color addition by Richard Corben really sets this one apart. As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @docstrange or on the show...
Published: Jun 1, 2026Duration: 1h 18m 7s
Magazines and Monsters presents- V for Vendetta 5, 1988 w/Dr Anj!
In this fantastic chapter, Dr Anj and I discuss V’s takeover of the television station and his apparent death? Evey and her new beau hit the club scene, plus we meet creepy Creedy! What are his intentions and will Finch be able to survive this experience? As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @docstrange or on the show’s FB page (just search Magazines and Monste...
Published: May 29, 2026Duration: 1h 0m 52s
Magazines and Monsters Ep 160, Marvel Fanfare 6, 1983 w/Evan and Ed!
Hey everybody! Evan and Ed are back, and we’ve got a fantastic issue to talk about on this episode! Fair warning, we go off the rails a bit, but we also have a blast talking comics, Olivia Newton-John, fake math and our usual shenanigans to boot! As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @docstrange or on the show’s FB page (just search Magazines and Monste...
Published: May 27, 2026Duration: 1h 27m 38s
The Bronze Age of Horror Comics! Tales of the Zombie 2, 1973 w/Jarrod Alberich!
Hey there all you zombies! Jarrod The Yard Sale Artist Alberich is back, and we’ve got a fantastic horror magazine to discuss! Getting to talk to a comic book artist about comics is always a treat, and Jarrod gives some keen insights to this issue for sure! Plus, Jimmy the Greek, scantily clad ladies, and even a Val Lewton mention are all in this stupendous episode! As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twit...
Published: May 25, 2026Duration: 1h 49m 42s
Magazines and Monsters Ep 159, Savage Sword of Conan 15, 1976 w/Jesse White!
Hey there all you barbarians! This episode brings a new guest to the show, please welcome artist Jesse White! Jesse is a fantastic creator that has illustrated some awesome comics and I wanted to get him on the show, especially to talk about Conan and Big John Buscema! We cover one of the best Conan stories (adapted by Roy Thomas and company) in the magazine format that Marvel put out in the Bronze Age! So get ready for some sword swinging action! As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the sh...
Published: May 22, 2026Duration: 1h 35m 31s
The Brave and the Bob! Ep 78, The Brave and the Bold 57, 1964 w/The Checkered Past Podcast!
Hey there zany ones, Dr Bobb and Dr Husband have returned to the show! We decided to tackle the first appearance of Metamorpho! I’m a big fan of the Element Man, and I knew the guys would be the perfect guests for this one. So grab your luggage as we head to Egypt to learn the secret origin of Metamorpho! As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on B...
Published: May 20, 2026Duration: 52m 19s
The Bronze Age of Horror Comics! Silverblade 5, 1987 w/JJG!
Hey everybody, before you self immolate, hit the download button and listen in, as Jeremiah and I deep dive into this crazy issue of Silverblade! Things are getting even crazier in the world of Jonathan Lord, so don’t even blink while reading this issue! The ever expanding cast (minus Lord’s girlfriend!) is really turning out to be something, and I think by story’s end, we’ll be blown away! As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to...
Published: May 18, 2026Duration: 52m 32s
The Bronze Age of Horror Comics! Tomb of Dracula 55/56, 1977 w/Scott West!
Hey there all you vamps! Scott is back and the two issues were covering in this episode are dynamite! Well, ok, one of them is, but we do laugh a lot at the other one. Why you say? Well, without giving it away, it involves Harold and his imagination. Plus, we tease a magazine we’ll be covering in a couple of months, too! So join us as we hitch up our dog sled and mush through the snowstorm! As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do s...
Published: May 11, 2026Duration: 1h 18m 6s
Magazines and Monsters Ep 158, The Mysterious Monsters (1976) w/John Turley (Crow-Town Squatchers)!
Hey everybody, my pal John Turley is back, and we’re discussing all things cryptids as usual, but more specifically a documentary that I saw on tv when I was a kid that freaked me out! The main focus is Bigfoot, but it also has segments discussing the Lochness Monster, the Yeti, and more. So grab your walking stick and head into the forest with John and I for an expedition!As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or t...
Published: May 8, 2026Duration: 1h 4m 13s
The Bronze Age of Horror Comics! Creepy 24, 1968 w/Kirby!
Hey there creeps! Kirby is back and we’ve got another Warren magazine to dissect. A fantastic cover for sure, but inside we get Ditko, Goodwin, Crandall, Adkins, and more! This was a fun one but definitely had some moments of uncertainty for us. As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @docstrange or on the show’s FB page (just search Magazines and Monsters). </p...
Published: May 4, 2026Duration: 1h 41m 26s
Magazines and Monsters presents- V for Vendetta part 4! w/ Dr Anj!
It’s time for a revolution! Let us join V, as he moves his plan into a very unexpected direction! And what about Evey? Is inspector Finch on a permanent vacation? All of these questions are on the table and discussed in detail, so join Dr Anj and I, as we deep dive our favorite Moore work!As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @docstrange or on t...
Published: Apr 29, 2026Duration: 54m 49s
The Bronze Age of Horror Comics! Silverblade 4, 1987 w/Jeremiah!
Hey everybody, we are back with another issue of Silverblade! So far we’ve had three stellar issues to talk about, but will this one continue that streak? Maybe yes and maybe no! There’s also a new character introduced and it is a strange one. So hit that play button to find out all the supernatural details! As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @docstrange or on...
Published: Apr 27, 2026Duration: 55m 43s
Magazines and Monsters Ep 157, Marvel Fanfare 5, 1982 w/Ed and Evan!
Hey there fan-fairers! Ed and Evan are here for our monthly meeting of the minds! Or so we say. Anyways, we have a fun book on the docket for today, plus quite a bit of ramblings, so strap in for a long ride! A Doctor Strange story for the ages, and very bizarre back up story featuring Captain America!As usual, if you’d like to leave any feedback for the show, you can do so through email at Magazinesandmonsters@gmail.com or to me on Twitter @Billyd_licious on Instagram @magazinesandmonsters, on BlueSky @do...
Published: Apr 25, 2026Duration: 1h 52m 26s