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Your Watchers, Guido & RobExplicit
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2021/07/14
Latest episode
2026/01/26
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48 min.
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Dear Watchers is a comic book podcast taking you through the omniverse where your Watchers Guido and Rob explore a different multiverse each episode, from Marvel’s What If to DC’s Elseworlds and far beyond. Join as we discuss the stories that were inspired by and take inspiration from each episode's alternate universe. Includes special episodes with guest creators, scholars and fellow podcasters to share their favorite trips to the multiverse and help ponder the possibilities of what lies ahead for comics and storytelling. For bonus episodes: www.ko-fi.com/DearWatchers
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What if Spider-Man fought Superman for a moment before teaming up? From DC & Marvel's Superman vs. The Amazing Spider-Man #1
2026/01/26
🎙️ When Titans Collide: Spidey vs Supes?!
It’s Marvel vs DC in the ultimate clash of capes and quips!
Ep. 175 What If Spider-Man Fought Superman (Before Teaming Up)?
from Superman vs The Amazing Spider-Man: The Battle of the Century (Marvel/DC Treasury Edition, 1976)
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Today, we ask one of the most fantastic questions ever: What if Spider-Man fought Superman... before becoming buddies? We kick things off with the oversized crossover classic Superman vs The Amazing Spider-Man (1976), as Marvel and DC’s flagship icons trade punches and philosophies. Along the way, we uncover behind-the-scenes creator drama, explore the meta-multiversal Earths that allowed this union, and examine how this one-shot helped shape decades of intercompany collaborations. Then, we wrap by pondering the nature of these team-ups—should these icons always clash before camaraderie? And is Earth-7642 the ultimate crossover cosmos?
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Superman vs The Amazing Spider-Man: The Battle of the Century (Marvel & DC, 1976)Email: [email protected] Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers
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What if He-Man teamed up with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to avert a universal crisis? From Turtles of Grayskull by Dark Horse Comics
2025/12/30
🎙️ “I HAVE THE SEWER POWER!”
Two titans of toy aisles and pop culture finally collide in a radical, tubular, and power-packed multiversal crossover!
Ep. 174 What if He-Man teamed up with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to avert a universal crisis?
from Turtles of Grayskull #1–4 (Dark Horse Comics, 2024–2025)
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It’s morphin’ time—wait, wrong show! But the power is still on as we explore the brand-new crossover Turtles of Grayskull where two beloved 1980s franchises—He-Man and the Masters of the Universe and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles—join forces across dimensions.
We begin with the Turtles’ gritty comic origins from TMNT #1 (1984, Mirage Studios) by Kevin Eastman & Peter Laird before fast-forwarding to the Nickelodeon era and an animated introduction to Renet the Time Mistress. Then it’s onto the main event: the recent Turtles of Grayskull comic by Tim Seeley & Freddie E. Williams II, where interdimensional time-knots, ooze-infused heroes, and a power-hungry ninja villain bring Eternia and Earth crashing together.
Along the way we discuss nostalgia, collectible toys, how the Turtles and He-Man evolved over decades, the surprising depth of this crossover, and what future mashups we’d love to see next.
Reading / Watch List:
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 (Mirage Studios, 1984)Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (2012) – Season 3, Episode 19: “Turtles in Time” (Nickelodeon)Turtles of Grayskull #1–4 (Dark Horse Comics, 2024–2025) – by Tim Seeley & Freddie E. Williams IIEmail: [email protected]
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What happens when the Bat meets the Merc in the most meta multiverse ever? From Batman / Deadpool #1 by DC & Marvel Comics
2025/11/24
🎙️ What happens when the Bat meets the Merc in the most meta multiverse ever?
One is the world’s greatest detective. The other talks to the readers more than his therapist. Together, they shatter the fourth wall and maybe the entire omniverse!
Ep. 173 Batman/Deadpool: The Cosmic Kiss Caper
from Batman/Deadpool #1 (DC/Marvel, 2026)
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We’re diving into the unpredictable crossover chaos of Batman/Deadpool by Grant Morrison and Dan Mora! We begin with this record-breaking comic and unpack its surprising tone, before exploring the deeper themes of metafiction and DC/Marvel blending in related stories from The Amalgam Age 2026 event. Along the way, we trace the alternate universe legacy of fourth-wall-breaking storytelling, then wrap with speculation about what other mash-ups or media adaptations this might inspire.
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Batman/Deadpool #1 (DC/Marvel, 2026)Written by Grant Morrison; art by Dan Mora; colors by Alejandro SanchezA Magician Walks Into a Universe (Amalgam Age 2026, DC/Marvel)Writers: James Tynion IV, Joshua Williamson, Scott SnyderSticks & Snikts (Amalgam Age 2026)Writer: Tom Taylor; art by Bruno RedondoHarley & Hulk’s Amazin’ Saturday!!!!!! (Amalgam Age 2026)Writer: Mariko Tamaki; art by Amanda ConnerNew Friends in Old Places (Amalgam Age 2026)Writer: G. Willow Wilson; art by Denys Cowan & Klaus JansonEmail: [email protected]
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What if Jean Grey was resurrected instead of Colossus during Joss Whedon's Astonishing X-Men?
2025/11/10
🎙️ What if Jean Grey was resurrected instead of Colossus?
Mutant destinies collide as we revisit one of the X-Men’s most “astonishing” eras — and imagine a fiery twist to its resurrection storyline.
Ep. 172 — What If Jean Grey Was Resurrected Instead of Colossus?
from Astonishing X-Men #1–6 “Gifted” (2004, Marvel Comics) and What If? Astonishing X-Men #1 (2010, Marvel Comics)
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We’re diving into Joss Whedon and John Cassaday’s acclaimed Astonishing X-Men run — a fan-favorite relaunch that redefined Marvel’s mutants for a new era. But today we’re asking: what if the Phoenix rose again in place of Colossus?
We begin with the modern classic Astonishing X-Men: Gifted (2004), following Cyclops, Emma Frost, Kitty Pryde, Wolverine, and Beast as they rebuild the team amid a “cure” for mutation. Then we explore Jim McCann and Ibraim Roberson’s What If? Astonishing X-Men #1 (2010), where Ord’s experiment revives Jean Grey instead — igniting chaos, temptation, and tragedy across the X-Men.
Along the way, we discuss Whedon’s impact on the franchise, Emma and Jean’s ever-evolving rivalry, and how this alternate resurrection might have reshaped mutantkind — from Avengers vs. X-Men to the Krakoan age. Finally, we ponder future X-Men adaptations and whether Jean’s return is always inevitable.
Reading / Watch List:
Astonishing X-Men #1–6: “Gifted” (Marvel Comics, 2004) — Writer: Joss Whedon, Artist: John CassadayWhat If? Astonishing X-Men #1 (Marvel Comics, 2010) — Writer: Jim McCann, Artist: Ibraim Roberson(Optional follow-up) Avengers vs. X-Men #0–12 (Marvel Comics, 2012) — Writers: MultipleEmail: [email protected]
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What if Superman fought Frankenstein and Dracula? From Superman #344 (DC Comics)
2025/10/27
🎙️ What if Superman fought Frankenstein and Dracula?
It’s spooky season in the Omniverse, and we’re inviting two gothic horror icons into the DC Universe! Time to find out what happens when the Last Son of Krypton crosses paths with the Lord of Vampires and the Creature of Promethean Science.
Ep. 171 What If Superman Fought Dracula & Frankenstein?
from Superman Vol. 1 #344 (DC Comics, 1980)
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We’re diving into Superman’s horror-tinged team-up tale! We begin with Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1818) and Bram Stoker's Dracula (1897), two genre-defining novels that have influenced centuries of storytelling, including comic books. Then we visit Superman #344 from the Bronze Age of DC Comics, where the Man of Steel faces off against reimagined versions of Frankenstein’s Monster and Count Dracula. Along the way, we explore how public domain monsters fit into superhero mythologies, and wrap with speculation about the future of monster crossovers and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein.
Reading / Watch List:
Superman Vol. 1 #344 (DC Comics, 1980) – “The Monsters Among Us!”Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley (1818)Dracula by Bram Stoker (1897)Email: [email protected]
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What if we opened a portal to New York Comic Con 2025 to reveal our highlights?
2025/10/13
🎙️ What If We Opened a Portal to New York Comic Con 2025 to Reveal Our Highlights?
NYCC is our annual pilgrimage through fandom—and this year we opened a portal to relive it all! From retro creators and cosplay encounters to surprise Marvel reveals and new comic treasures, we’re sharing the sights, sounds, and stories that made 2025’s con unforgettable.
Ep. 170 What If We Opened a Portal to New York Comic Con 2025 to Reveal Our Highlights?
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We just got back from New York Comic Con 2025, and instead of our usual multiverse deep-dive, we’re giving you a guided tour of our con experience—through our three classic segments: Origins of the Story, Exploring Multiversity, and Pondering Possibilities. We chat about tradition, community, legendary creators like Bob Wiacek, fan-favorite artists like Russell Dauterman, and what Marvel’s latest shows (Daredevil: Born Again, Wonder Man, Vision Quest) tell us about the MCU’s future.
From sentimental traditions and crowd energy to exclusive merch and unforgettable encounters—this episode is both a recap and a celebration of the con that feels like home.
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What if Marvel and DC comics were part of the same company? (From Deadpool / Batman #1)
2025/09/22
🎙️ Two Publishers, Both Alike in Dignity…
What if DC and Marvel were one shared multiverse? We’re diving into the biggest crossover in years to explore the ultimate fan fiction gone corporate canon.
Ep. 169 Deadpool Batman #1: What If Marvel & DC Were the Same Company?
from Deadpool Batman #1 (Marvel/DC, 2025)
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They said it couldn’t be done… but they did it anyway! We're diving into Deadpool Batman #1, the first co-published Marvel/DC crossover in decades. From Deadpool in Gotham to Wonder Woman and Cap co-founding a shared past, we explore this jam-packed issue filled with seven stories by top creators like Zeb Wells, Frank Miller, Chip Zdarsky, Kelly Thompson, Kevin Smith, Al Ewing, and Ryan North.
We begin with the long history of intercompany collaborations (and our past coverage on them), then break down each vignette from this new shared Earth—including Rocket Raccoon with a Green Lantern ring, a silent Jeff & Krypto tale, and Old Man Logan vs. Dark Knight Returns. We finish with a massive surprise tease of the original Amalgam Universe returning (Logo! Thanoside! Super Soldier!).
Is this a one-off event? Or the beginning of a new omniversal era? Either way, we’re pondering possibilities from across both comic book cosmoses.
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Deadpool Batman #1 (Marvel/DC, 2025)Captain America Wonder Woman: The Gun and the Sword by Chip Zdarsky & Terry DodsonOld Man Logan & Batman: Showdown by Frank MillerLogo: Enter Logo by Ryan North & Ryan StegmanDeadpool Batman: The Dead of Night by Zeb Wells & Greg CapulloDaredevil Green Arrow: The Red and the Green by Kevin Smith & Adam KubertRocket Raccoon Green Lantern by Al Ewing & Dike RuanJeff & Krypto: Catch by Kelly Thompson & GurihiruEmail: [email protected]
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What if Jason (Friday the 13th) fought Freddy (Nightmare on Elm Street) and Ash (Evil Dead)?
2025/09/08
🎙️ Groovy? Dreamy? Slashy? Let’s get ready to SCREAM!
What happens when three horror icons collide in the multiverse—and who’s left standing when the blood dries?
Ep. 168 What if Jason (Friday the 13th) fought Freddy (Nightmare on Elm Street) and Ash (Evil Dead)?
from Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash #1-6 (Wildstorm/Dynamite, 2007–2008)
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We’re diving into the ultimate horror crossover multiverse! We begin with the legendary slasher and supernatural legacies of Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger, and Ash Williams—from Friday the 13th, Nightmare on Elm Street, and Evil Dead respectively—before turning to the blood-soaked comics of Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash and its chaotic sequel The Nightmare Warriors. Along the way we explore the intersection of fan service, horror mythmaking, and multiversal mash-ups, then wrap with speculation on whether this horror trifecta deserves a cinematic rematch—or maybe an even bigger monster multiverse.
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Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash #1-6 (Wildstorm/Dynamite, 2007)Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash: The Nightmare Warriors #1-6 (Wildstorm/Dynamite, 2009)Freddy vs. Jason (New Line Cinema, 2003)Friday the 13th (Paramount, 1980) – and sequelsA Nightmare on Elm Street (New Line Cinema, 1984) – and sequelsThe Evil Dead (Renaissance Pictures, 1981) – and sequels including Army of Darkness, Ash vs Evil Dead, etc.Email: [email protected]
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What if we were gods of the omniverse & could create our own multiverses? (Four-year Anniversary Special!)
2025/08/25
🎙️ Gods of the Omniverse? It’s Our 4-Year Anniversary!
from Dear Watchers Episode 167
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Happy (slightly belated) birthday to us! Dear Watchers just turned 4 years old, and we’re celebrating with you. We look back at our origins (dating back to July 2021), share wild trivia about our journey (170+ episodes, 6,859 minutes of runtime, 25 unique guests, and five straight days of bingeable Watchers content!), and reminisce about our favorite arcs like Age of Apocalypse.
Then, since we’re the “gods of the Omniverse” for this minisode, we invent our own Elseworlds/What Ifs! Rob pitches Spider-Man as a 1950s black-and-white horror monster, Elvira solving murders in Gotham with Batman, and the Joker hosting a late-night talk show. Guido imagines the Muppets as Mutants at Xavier’s School, Elvira traveling to Etheria to meet She-Ra, and the X-Men cast in a soap opera (or Twin Peaks). We debate, laugh, and pick our favorites—like a true anniversary mashup.
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(No homework this week — these universes don’t exist yet!)
Instead, check out our earlier anniversary specials:Ep. 54 – One-Year Birthday Trivia PartyEp. 100 – Watchers’ Favorite What IfsEp. 150 – Another Big RetrospectiveEmail: [email protected]
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What if Wonder Woman was crossed with She-Ra and Barbie to lead the Star Riders, a team of sparkling superheroines?
2025/08/11
🎙️ Wonder Woman Meets She-Ra Meets Barbie?!
Grab a box of Cinnamon Mini Buns from 1993, comb your long luxurious hair, and polish your gemstones—because today we’re traveling to the most glittery corner of the multiverse.
Ep. 166 What if Wonder Woman Led the Star Riders?
from Wonder Woman and the Star Riders (Mattel/DC Promotional Minicomics, 1993)
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What if Wonder Woman was crossed with She-Ra and Barbie to lead the Star Riders, a team of sparkling superheroines? We’re diving into this dazzling “lost” alternate universe born from a 1993 DC/Mattel collaboration. We begin with Tom King & Guillem March’s Wonder Woman #20–21 (2025) before turning to the unreleased Wonder Woman and the Star Riders toys, catalog comics, and animated special. Along the way, we explore the bizarre and mysterious history of this canceled line—from prototypes to SDCC screenings—and wrap by pondering whether this glitter-powered Elseworld should return.
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Wonder Woman #20–21 (DC Comics, 2025) — Writer: Tom King; Artist: Guillem MarchWonder Woman and the Star Riders Promotional Comics (Mattel/DC, 1993) — Art: José Luis García-LópezWonder Woman and the Star Riders vs. Purrsia Minicomic (Mattel/DC, 1993)Email: [email protected] us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers
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What if the Fantastic Four returned without powers—and had to face Galactiac (an amalgam of Galactus & Brainiac)?
2025/07/28
🎙️ Had a challenging week? Get ready for something fantastic. We’re going Amalgam, baby! This week, Marvel’s First Family meets DC’s death-defying adventurers in one of the boldest mash-ups of the Amalgam Age!
Ep. 165 What if the Fantastic Four returned from their travels without powers—and had to face Galactiac?
from Challengers of the Fantastic #1 (Amalgam Comics, June 1997) & Showcase #6 (DC Comics, February 1957)
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This week, we dive into the Amalgam Universe—Earth 9602—where Reed Richards, Sue Storm, Ben Grimm, and Johnny Storm collide with the worlds of Ace Morgan, Red Ryan, June Robbins, and Professor Haley to become the Challengers of the Fantastic! We begin our journey with the Silver Age debut of DC Comics’ Challengers of the Unknown in Showcase #6, created (or co-created) by Jack Kirby, and trace the team's wild legacy through the decades—including Nazi-busting villains, zombie plagues, and their bizarre Weirdoverse revival in the 1990s.
Then we venture to Challengers of the Fantastic #1 by Karl Kesel and Tom Grummett, part of 1997’s second wave of Amalgam Comics, where the Fantastic Four return from cosmic exploration without powers and confront Galactiac—an epic fusion of Galactus and Brainiac. Alongside returning guest Ethan (aka @MakeMineAmalgam), we explore what makes this world work, how Kesel balances reverence with absurdity, and why this short-lived title deserves more love.
Plus: obscure villains like Multi-Man and Mr. Tic-Tac-Toe, the evolution of Jack Kirby’s themes across Marvel and DC, and a round of actor amalgamation speculation. Is this the first spark of a new Amalgam universe revival? And just what makes the Amalgam Universe such a rich multiversal playground?
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Showcase #6 (DC Comics, 1957) – “The Secret of the Sorcerer's Box!”Spider-Boy #1 (Amalgam / Marvel & DC Comics, 1996)Challengers of the Fantastic #1 (Amalgam Comics, 1997)Email: [email protected] us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers
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What If Superman and Silver Surfer Tangled with Impossible Man and Mr. Mxyzptlk?
2025/07/14
🎙️They don't want to destroy the universe—they want to annoy it into submission!
It's comics' most chaotic crossover as the pink-hatted pest and the green chaos goblin take center stage!
Ep. 164 What If Superman and Silver Surfer Tangled with Impossible Man and Mr. Mxyzptlk?
from Silver Surfer / Superman #1 (Marvel & DC, 1997)
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We’re diving into the most mischievous multiversal mayhem! We begin with the golden age debut of DC’s Mr. Mxyzptlk and Marvel’s Impossible Man’s first Fantastic appearance, then head into the wild 1997 crossover where the two Imps trade universes—and trouble—for Superman and Silver Surfer. Along the way we explore the legacy of comic pranksters, George Pérez’s Marvel/DC legacy, and the lineage of transdimensional trickery. We wrap with speculation about 2025’s upcoming Marvel/DC crossover and ask: are Imps the ultimate fourth-wall breakers?
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Superman (Vol. 1) #30 (DC Comics, 1944) – “The Mysterious Mr. Mxyztplk!” by Jerry Siegel & Ira YarbroughFantastic Four #11 (Marvel Comics, 1963) – “The Impossible Man!” by Stan Lee & Jack KirbySilver Surfer / Superman #1 (Marvel & DC Comics, 1997) – by George Pérez, Ron Lim, Terry AustinEmail: [email protected] us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers
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What if Supergirl was dead and able to be amongst other dead people like Joan of Arc and Abraham Lincoln? from DC Comics Adventure Comics #383
2025/06/30
We are traveling to Earth-383, a so-called Negative Earth first featured in Adventure Comics #383 (1969), where Supergirl seemingly perishes in an explosion and attends her own funeral—joined by the spirits of Abraham Lincoln, Joan of Arc, and other ghostly figures! This Bronze Age tale was recently revisited in Back Issue #159 as part of a 40th anniversary retrospective on Crisis on Infinite Earths.
Episode #163: What if Supergirl was dead and able to be amongst other dead people like Joan of Arc and Abraham Lincoln? from DC Comics Adventure Comics #383
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We’re diving into the ethereal and existential! We begin with Supergirl’s strange funeral in the Silver Age story Please Stop My Funeral! before rewinding to the surprising proto-Supergirl tales from the ‘40s and ‘50s. Then we haunt the haunted halls of Kara Zor-El’s multiversal history and her celestial cinematic debut in the 1984 Supergirl movie. Along the way, we explore ghost stories, alternate deaths, and historical cameos in the DC Universe—then wrap with a look at how these odd tales ponder Supergirl's mythic potential.
Reading / Watch List:
Action Comics #252 (DC Comics, 1959) – Debut of Supergirl by Otto Binder & Al PlastinoAdventure Comics #383 (DC Comics, 1969) – “Please Stop My Funeral!” by Robert Kanigher & Win MortimerSupergirl: The Official Movie Adaptation (DC Comics, 1985) – Based on the 1984 filmSupergirl (film) (Tri-Star Pictures, 1984) – Directed by Jeannot Szwarc, starring Helen SlaterEmail: [email protected] us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers
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What if Betty Boop traveled from the cartoon world to our world? Including Boop: The Musical on Broadway!
2025/06/16
🎶 Boop-Oop-a-Doop! 🎶This week we’re tapping our toes, flipping our curls, and leaping out of the inkpot as we explore one of animation’s original divas—Betty Boop!
We’re asking:What if Betty Boop traveled from the cartoon world to our world?
For the first time, Dear Watchers is hopping from the silver screen to the comic page to the Broadway stage as we visit Earth-Boop-Oop-a-Doop and explore:
📽 Betty Boop Cartoon Shorts (1930–1939)The surreal, saucy, and sometimes censored origins of Betty Boop, born from the minds of Max Fleischer and Grim Natwick, where jazz met animation in a flapper’s frame.
🎭 Boop! The Musical (Broadway, 2025)Betty breaks out of her monochrome world in a brand-new Broadway musical, with a book by Bob Martin (The Drowsy Chaperone) and music by Grammy legend David Foster. Can a cartoon star find love—and herself—in modern-day Manhattan?
📘 Betty Boop #1–4 (Dynamite Comics, 2016)In this charming and spooky revival by Roger Langridge and Gisèle Lagacé, Betty sings at the Oop-A-Doop Club, battles ghosts, and protects her soul from devilish villains—all while staying true to her plucky, positive spirit.
💬 Along the way, we ask:
Can Betty Boop’s vintage vaudeville energy still resonate in today’s world?What does it mean for a character to cross from animated past to physical present?And who knew interdimensional travel could be so jazzy?🌀 From flapper cartoons to musical showstoppers to comic book capers, this episode is your backstage pass to the multiversal spotlight of one of pop culture’s most enduring icons.
Reading / Watch List:🎬 Betty Boop Theatrical Shorts (1930–1939, Fleischer Studios)🎭 Boop! The Musical (Broadway, 2025)📚 Betty Boop #1–4 (Dynamite Comics, 2016)
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What if our powers combined to create Captain Planet, and we try to resurrect him for the first time in 30 years?
2025/06/02
🌎 Earth! 🔥 Fire! 💧 Water! 🌪 Wind! 🪵 Heart! With our powers combined, we're calling forth the return of the ultimate eco-hero: Captain Planet! For the first time in Dear Watchers history, we’re diving into a beloved ‘90s animated icon who’s been absent from the comic page for three decades.
This week, we're going full Planeteer as we explore:
💬 "Captain Planet and the Planeteers" #1–12 (Marvel Comics, 1991–1992): A deep look at the surprisingly sophisticated early ‘90s comics based on the cartoon series, filled with villains like Duke Nukem, Hoggish Greedly, and a lot of eco-anxiety.📘 "Captain Planet and the Planeteers" #1 (Dynamite Comics, April 2025): A first look at the brand-newrevival by David Pepose, Eman Casallos, and the creative team tasked with modernizing a green-haired icon for a new generation.Ep. 161 What if our powers combined to create the mega mac-daddy of ecology, Captain Planet, and we try to resurrect him for the first time in 30 years?
from Captain Planet and the Planeteers #1 (Marvel Comics, 1991)Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers
💚 Along the way, we ask:
Can a character born of Earth Day idealism thrive in today's climate crisis world?How do the Marvel comics compare to the TV show?What makes Captain Planet more than just a meme—and maybe a hero worth rebooting?🌀 From Planeteer powers to Plunder Villains, this episode is your all-access pass to one of pop culture’s most earnest eco-warriors—just in time for his return.
Reading / Watch List:
Captain Planet and the Planeteers (DIC / Hanna Barbera, 1990 - 1996)Captain Planet and the Planeteers #1-12 (Marvel Comics, 1991 - 1992)Captain Planet and the Planeteers #1 (Dynamite, 2025)Email [email protected] us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers
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Muzzakfeind 2023/05/03
Talking about the comics not many do!
Y’all are fantastic! I love that y’all cover a wide range of comics that I find quite a few others don’t! Keep up the great work 🫶
allkindsofnogood 2023/05/03
Wonder no more!
For comic book fans, the words “What If…?” should conjure up the limitless possibilities of storytelling and entertainment wrapped up in those two lit...
coursejunkie 2022/11/21
Great moderators!!
I love the energy and charisma of the moderators and am impressed with their ability to connect with their guests.
Grandpa Chet 2022/12/20
This is rated clean?
Not the 12/22/22 episode.
Marianne McCarthy 2022/11/21
Love these guys
Man oh man, each episode of this podcast is a fun and fascinating adventure! Always a blast to be prompted to think about familiar concepts in new way...
Gman_1986 2022/11/21
Awesome
Excellent stuff! Great work, guys!
gribster! 2022/11/20
What If…all podcasts were this fun
This is a great way to catch up on clever and interesting comic stories that I might never otherwise get around to actually reading. Guido and Rob’s v...
megmofro 2022/11/20
So entertaining!
I love comic books! Some podcasts about comic books are boring but not this one!
timo150 2022/11/20
A great listen
The concepts are intriguing and the conversation goes to interesting places. A new favorite
skizzzo 2022/11/20
DEEEP dive into comics!
Super fun podcast, so glad i found it!
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