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In Country: Marvel Comics’ “The ‘Nam” — Episode 30

IC 30 CoverWe are back in The ‘Nam with a look at “Auld Acquaintance” from The ‘Nam #26, a story that takes a look at the current lives of characters from the original year of the issue: Ed, Sarge, Top, Rob, Thomas, and Frank.  Meanwhile, the 23rd moves from its current base of operations to Tay Ninh.  Brought to you by Doug Murray, Wayne Vansant, and Geof Isherwood.  As always, in addition to the summary and review of the issue I’ll be talking about the story’s historical context as well as taking a look at the letters, ‘Nam Notes, and ads.

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Pop Culture Affidavit, Episode 32 — Royale With Cheese

Episode 32 CoverSit back, relax, drink some of Jimmy’s coffee, give your girl a foot massage and make sure the gimp has a $5 milkshake, it’s time to take a look at the movie of 1994: Pulp Fiction.  I take a look at each section of the movie, talk a little bit about the film’s soundtrack and discuss its lasting influence as well as why it should have been Best Picture.

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Pop Culture Affidavit, Episode 31 — The 1994 Grab Bag!

man reaching into grab bagWhat do Beverly Hills, 90210, the 1994 Baseball Strike, and Zima all have in common?  They’re all covered in the latest episode of Pop Culture Affidavit!  As part of my series of posts and episodes called 1994: The Most Important Year of the Nineties, I take a look at ten completely random things from 1994.  It’s movies, television, music, and current events all in one convenient episode!

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In Country: Marvel Comics’ “The ‘Nam” — Episode 27

Nam 24It’s 1968 and the beginning of the Tet Offensive in “The Beginning of the End,” a story by Doug Murray, Wayne Vansant, and Geof Isherwood that sees the 23rd encountering events that have historical significance when it comes to the media’s coverage of the war.  That’s in The ‘Nam #24.  As always, in addition to the summary and review of the issue I’ll be talking about the story’s historical context as well as taking a look at the letters, ‘Nam Notes, and ads.

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After the cut are some pictures and clips of real events that take place within the issue [WARNING: GRAPHIC CONTENT].

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Pop Culture Affidavit Episode 30: “Summer 1999”

Episode 30 coverFifteen years ago this summer, moviegoers were treated to one of the best and most consistent moviegoing experiences in history.  Walk with me through ten movies from the summer of 1999, from The Phantom Menace and its ultimate disappointment to The Blair Witch Project and its being the scariest surprise of the season!

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In Country: Marvel Comics’ “The ‘Nam”– Episode 26

IC 26 CoverIt’s Christmas time in the ‘Nam and we see the boys of the 23rd treated to some genuine USO entertainment, even if it is a “Blue Christmas” for some of them. It’sThe ‘Nam #23, presented to you by Doug Murray, Wayne Vansant, and Frank Springer. As always, in addition to the summary and review of the issue Ill be talking about the storys historical context as well as taking a look at the letters, ‘Nam Notes, and ads.

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In Country: Marvel Comics’ “The ‘Nam” — Episode 25

IC 25 CoverIt’s Thanksgiving and that means … well, humpin’ in in the boonies, unfortunately.  But the focus on this issue is not necessary the misery of our boys in the 23rd; rather it’s a look at the VC.  The ‘Nam issue #22, “Thanks for Thanksgiving,” is brought to you by Doug Murray, Wayne Vansant, and Geof Isherwood.  As always, in addition to the summary and review of the issue I’ll be talking about the story’s historical context as well as taking a look at the letters, ‘Nam Notes, and ads.

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In Country: Marvel Comics’ “The ‘Nam” — Episode 24

IC 24 CoverThis time around, we have “Do Not Forsake Me” from The ‘Nam #21, a story that develops the potential romance between Clark and his nurse friend, Jane. Unfortunately, things don’t always go the way we hope they will. Brought to you by Doug Murray, Wayne Vansant, and Geof Isherwood. As always, in addition to the summary and review of the issue Ill be talking about the storys historical context as well as taking a look at the letters, ‘Nam Notes, and ads.

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In Country: Marvel Comics’ “The ‘Nam” — Episode 23

IC 23 CoverThis time around, it’s “Dominoes,” The ‘Nam #20, where we see the boys of the 23rd team up with Thai soldiers and get some resolution in the fragging of Alarnick storyine. Brought to you by Doug Murray, Wayne Vansant, and Geof Isherwood. As always, in addition to the summary and review of the issue Ill be talking about the storys historical context as well as taking a look at the letters, ‘Nam Notes, and ads.

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Pop Culture Affidavit, Episode 27: 1994 — The Year in Comics, Part Two

Episode 27 CoverIt’s It’s the big conclusion of my conversation with Michael Bailey about 1994 in comics.  Whereas we spent last episode talking about the comics industry, we spend most of this episode talking about what we thought were the most important comics of the year.the big conclusion of my conversation with Michael Bailey about 1994 in comics.  Whereas we spent last episode talking about the comics industry, we spend most of this episode talking about what we thought were the most important comics of the year.

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And for your viewing pleasure, here is the Zero Hour/Zero Month promo video that Mike mentions in the episode: