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BEEN THERE, DONE THAT: C2E2 in a Day

BEEN THERE, DONE THAT: C2E2 in a Day

Apr 16, 2012

The third annual Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo occurred in the North Building of the McCormick Place convention center in Chicago. I went last year and determined on the second day I was there that I would be back again this year. Last year I traveled with my best friend from high school, Chad. We spent the entire weekend in Chicago and all three days...

Brad Meltzer’s Heroes For My Daughter

Brad Meltzer’s Heroes For My Daughter

Apr 16, 2012

Doug Zawisza is a fan of Brad Meltzer’s work, but possibly none so much as his two “Heroes” books. The first, written for his son and the latest for his Daughter. Doug explains all in this video segment. Full text: When you hear the name Brad Meltzer, what is the first thing you think of? Hi, I’m Doug Zawisza with Back to the Past Pop...

BEEN THERE DONE THAT: AvX Conflicted Heroes

BEEN THERE DONE THAT: AvX Conflicted Heroes

Apr 2, 2012

There are bound to be some characters in the upcoming Avengers Vs. X-Men series that are conflicted with regards to who they should be fighting and who they should be fighting for. Avengers Vs. X-Men. Have we gotten to the point where anyone is sick of hearing or seeing that title yet? Personally, I’m not sick of it yet, but I am anxious to get to the...

Happy Birthday! Oreo Cookies Are 100 Years Old

Happy Birthday!  Oreo Cookies Are 100 Years Old

Mar 11, 2012

Although we certainly wouldn’t suggest tasting a 100 year old Oreo cookie, we’re glad the brand has lasted this long! Doug Zawisza’s got the history of the Oreo right here and wants to know – what’s your favorite way to eat an...

Marvel vs. Gary Friedrich – The Fight for Creator Rights on Ghost Rider

Marvel vs. Gary Friedrich – The Fight for Creator Rights on Ghost Rider

Feb 27, 2012

It’s a hot topic. Gary Friedrich and Marvel Comics in a battle over rights to Ghost Rider. Who’s suing who for WHAT? If it was a movie, Marvel would be playing the villain; but Doug Zawisza wonders where the line falls when an idea creator feels cut off from their slice of the pie. Full text: Work for hire. Creator credits in comic books....

 
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