Captain America Comic Book Fans

Make a Run for this Episode... It's the Taco Bell Captain America Collector's Edition! Back in 2009, if you were lucky enough to get this brand new comic in your kid's meal, you were treated to a fun story featuring Cap vs Hydra! Plus... Rick & Bob talk about Cinco de Cuatro, hiding chips in the house, Rick's revelation of the "H" in the Hydra uniform and dancing to Brick... House...

Cap battles Doctor Octopus for the first time! Rick & Bob explore this story of a prodigal son and our hero's challenges with delivering him a message. Plus, Bob discusses his fear of being watched by a duck...

Because you demanded it, Cap Fans... We finally cover Steranko on the show! Featuring: The Hulk! The intro of Madame Hydra (Viper)! And... a New Bucky! Plus... Rick & Bob discuss dramatic 1970s songs...

Part 4 of Cap's new volume following Steve's being marooned in Arnim Zola's dangerous and crazy Dimension Z fo YEARS! Part four of an eight part series, coming out the second week of every month, Rick & Bob explore this strange new world that changes Steve's life forever (really... it does)! 

Check our Part 1 (ep #122) Part 2 (ep #126) Part 3 (ep #131) first!

With Mark Gruenwald winning out Favorite Captain America Writer bracket in April, we invited Gru's wife, Catherine Schuller-Gruenwald and Jason Olsen, writer of "Mark Gruenwald and the Star Spangled Symbolism of Captain America, 1985–1995" to join the show to help celebrate his career! Plus, other Cap writers chime in with their thoughts on Gru!

Connect with our guest Catherine Schuller-Gruenwald on Instagram at @cosplay.runway and @power.pieces and @Catschuller111

Kicking off our Night Cap series, where Super Soldier Patrons join the show and pick the topic! Cap Man from the Facebook Group comes on to discuss how Steve Rogers growing up in the Great Depression may have influenced him in today's times, citing several Cap comics as reference! Plus, we announce next week's celebrity guests...

Introducing Steve's childhood friend, Arnie Roth! Plus... is Indiana Jones amoral? Bob quotes the top ten grossing movies of 1982, Rick & Bob share funny stories about college freshman dating blunders and recently driving with their wives. And... stick around for Rick's fluffy dog joke!

Part 3 of Cap's new volume following Steve's being marooned in Arnim Zola's dangerous and crazy Dimension Z fo YEARS! Part three of an eight part series, coming out the second week of every month, Rick & Bob explore this strange new world that changes Steve's life forever (really... it does)! 

Making his return to the show after two years, long-time comic illustrator Mike Perkins discusses his three years on the Captain America series with Ed Brubaker (and the hardest part of the job), as well as chats about his favorite Cap writers and artists (including one he keeps stashed away in his freezer)!

We go back to the original Ed Brubaker volume, as Crossbones attempts to deprogram the Red Skull's daughter... Sinthea Shmidt! Cap & Sharon rekindle their romance while on the hunt for Bucky, the Winter Soldier! And, Rick & Bob discuss the Favorite Cap Writer bracket, unlucky Storm Troopers and so much more...

It's Captain America and U.S.Agent together again... for the first time?!? Reviewing the 1991 two-part story featuring Steve's first encounter vs the Watchdogs, Bernie trying to rekindle an old romance, and Steve's close friend turning bad. Plus... Bob reveals what he had to hide in his butt crack while blindfolded!

Cap visits Spidey in "The Assassin Nation Plot," helping to stop a pending war between the U.S. and Symkarian! Guest starring Silver Sable, Solo, Paladin, Sabretooth, ULTIMATUM, the Watchdogs and... the Red Skull! Plus... more post credits bloopers as Rick has a mountainous battle...

Part 2 of Cap's new volume following Steve's being marooned in Arnim Zola's dangerous and crazy Dimension Z! Part two of an eight part series, coming out the second week of every month, Rick & Bob explore this strange new world that changes Steve's life forever (really... it does)! 

2011 Eisner Hall of Fame Winner Roy Thomas joins the show for some Star Bangled Banter! Having started his career in 1965, he shares stories about his time with Stan Lee and many others as writer, editor and Marvel's Editor-in-Chief. He discusses launching the Invaders and What If? series, including his thoughts on continuity, retcons, why he wanted to explain the post-freeze Cap, and if we may be seeing any new Invaders stories from him in the future...

Roy Thomas finally explains... if Steve Rogers was frozen in 1945... who was Captain America during the late 1940s and 50s? Rick & Bob cover the ONLY What If? story that is canon and exits in the 616 universe! Who was William Naslund and Jeff Mace? Plus.. wait until you hear Rick's John F Kennedy voice!

Counting down the Top Ten romantic love interests spanning Cap's 80+ years of comics! Did Rick & Bob's list come close to the poll results? What surprises made the list and who made Honorable Mentions?

Cap's new volume kicks off in a crazy direction and it's a fast-paced thrill ride directly into Arnim Zola's Dimension Z! Part one of an eight part series, coming out the second week of every month, Rick & Bob explore this strange new world that changes Steve's life forever (no, it really does)! But... which part would the guys leave out? 

Current Captain America writers Jackson Lanzing & Collin Kelly return to the show to discuss the Sentinel of Liberty series and preview the upcoming Cold War crossover! What are they most proud of so far? What are their plans for Sharon Carter and how would they rank Steve's greatest loves? Which character does Collin call a "trash fire" and what does he talk about while in bed? What drinks would the cast of characters have at the bar post Cold War? Plus so much more! 

Visiting the final Cap issue of legendary artist Sal Buscema featuring a battle with the Porcupine and the death of Patriot (and former Cap) Jeff Mace! Rick & Bob go off on several tangents, including... Buck Rogers, first crushes, debating the first appearance of both M.O.D.O.C. and Wolverine and... which panel was Bob waiting all week to hear Rick voice? 

Revisiting the classic Stern/Byrne era, Cap is mysteriously requested to visit the elderly Union Jack, former Invaders comrade, to battle his vampire brother... Baron Blood! Listen as Rick muddles his way through multiple British accents and he and Bob chat about the Talking Heads, Monty Python quotes and announce future episodes...

Take a trip to the late 1960s where protests are widespread! Stan Lee and Gene Colan tackle the subject in this story featuring an early appearance of M.O.D.O.K.! Rick & Bob have a some laughs and Rick goes on tangents about Battlestar Galactica and Jimi Hendrix, while Bob gets a call from Rocky. 

Erik Larsen joins the show and chats with Rick & Bob about the reason he wanted to do Captain America: The End, his love for Jack Kirby and meeting him, his impressive Kirby original art collection, his philosophy on drawing splash pages, his creation Savage Dragon and co-founding Image Comics, the future of Marvel and DC Comics and much more...

This is THE END (of Captain America, that is)! Rick & Bob review the one-shot apocalyptic story of Cap vs a world of Red Skulls by the amazing Erik Larsen (Savage Dragon). Plus, the guys chat about Playboys, the Drew Carey Show and Van Halen's Panama...

Rick & Bob celebrate the show's two year anniversary by discussing favorite episodes and interviews and give shout outs to several listeners and group members. Plus, listeners share their dream Captain America-related gift ideas, Rick & Bob exchange presents, Rick provides his own Bob-related Top 5 list, 2023 podcast bucket list and so much more! 

Bob & Rick discuss the relaunch of the Captain America Comics series in 1954 - focusing on Cap as the Commie Smasher! Why did these Atlas comics only last three issues? Did focusing on communists backfire? How do the later retcons fit in? As a bonus, Rick reads "The Hour of Doom" story from issue #78 - the last Cap story before he was revived in Avengers #4!

Tochi chats with Rick & Bob about his thoughts on Sam Wilson as Captain America... is he derivative? How does he currently compare to Steve Rogers? Can he lift Mjolnir?!? Tochi shares some of his long-term plans for the series, as well as talks about the upcoming crossover, Cold War. Other topics include Cap's legacy numbering, Sam's shield, Symbol of Truth title, who his favorite X-Men of all time and much more...

Part 2 of the mini-series where Cap and Sgt. Fury & the Howling Commandoes meet the Black Panther during WW2! Featuring all-out action vs Red Skull and his super Nazis... Master Man, Warrior Woman and Armless Tiger Man!  Plus, Rick explains why he would die quickly during a zombie apocalypse... 

WW2 enters Wakanda, as Captain America and Sgt. Fury & the Howling Commandoes help defend Wakanda from the Red Skull and his super Nazis... Master Man, Warrior Woman and... Armless Tiger Man?!? A tale told from Howler Gabe Jones' POV, where Cap meets Black Panther for the first time. 

Cap vs Namor! Red Skull vs Magneto! Crossbones vs The Controller! And The Voice commands Cap to wha?!? Rick & Bob have fun with this Acts of Vengeance tie-in, jam packed with several cameos and laughs. 

Cap quits? After the Avengers split over moral decisions during Galactic Storm, Steve wrestles with his place on the team. Clint (Hawkeye) takes Steve to a dive bar and Rick & Bob count the cameos!  How many voices can Rick do in one episode? 

Dr. White - author of The Virtues of Captain America - returns to rap Cap with Rick & Bob, tackling various Cap philosophical issues such as; Does Cap kill? Is Captain America a mantle? Can two Caps exist at the same time? And She-Hulk wants to know... is Cap a virgin? Plus... stay after the ending to hear more Confucius jokes...

Is the Red Skull back from the dead? Rick & Bob chat about Halloween and maybe reference a movie or two. And Rick tells a homemade Red Skull joke...

Travel back to 1971 when Spidey was a wanted criminal and the Falcon wore green and didn't fly! Rick & Bob review this 2-part story featuring plenty of action and jokes. You'll faint like Sharon Carter when you count the multiple movie quotes and references! And wait until you hear Rick's "Bob Lucius" song!

Wah-Hoo! Travel back to 1964 for the first meeting between Captain America and Nick Fury in WW2. Rick & Bob take a look at the history of Marvel during that time, as well as fun stories about the Traveling Wilburys, Yahtzee coozies and Rick makes up words. 

20 year comic veteran Paolo Rivera joins the show to talk about his experience painting the Mythos origin series and why it took him six months to create Mythos: Captain America! Filled with cool Easter eggs and stories behind the story, Paolo shares why he grew to love the character Captain America after doing research for the story. Plus... find out who our next guest will be!

This beautifully painted one-shot dives deep into Steve Rogers' life leading up to becoming Captain America, as well as his time during WW2 and joining the Avengers after being frozen. Told from Steve's point of view, it is a retrospective tale that pulls at the heart strings and demonstrates the true character of the hero and what helped shape that during the war. Rick & Bob take the listener through panel by gorgeous panel. 

An aged and depowered Cap is being sued and asks She-Hulk to defend him! How does Matt Murdock (aka Daredevil) fit into all of this? Courtroom drama at it's finest, along with an in-depth look back at Steve Rogers pre-Super Soldier, for a fun and complex tale with twists and turns. 

The finale! Part 8 of an 8 part series, where Rick & Bob cover issues #327-350 - the incredible story of Steve Rogers being replaced by John Walker from 1987-1989! This episode, we cover #348-350, as Steve Rogers decides to fight John Walker for the right to wield the shield! A villain asks for Cap's help - an ally seemingly perishes - a long-thought dead arch foe returns for revenge - and Rick & Bob cover this exciting conclusion panel by panel!

Previous Parts:
#70: Road to The Captain Part 1: Cap #327-329
#74: Road to The Captain Part 2: Cap #330-332
#79: Road to The Captain Part 3: Cap #333-335
#83: The Captain Part 1: Cap #336-338
#87: The Captain Part 2: Cap #339-341
#92: The Captain Part 3: Cap #342-344
#96: The Captain Part 4: Cap #345-347

We celebrate turning 100 with special guest... legendary comic creator Dan Jurgens (at approx 45 minute mark)! Plus, Rick & Bob reminisce about some of their favorite moments and answer listener call-in questions the first half of the show...

Not a good day to be Captain America... Steve's girlfriend confronts him after he reveals he's Cap and then Taskmaster captures him without his shield! Rick & Bob take you through the action-packed, yet dramatic story written and drawn by Dan Jurgens. Plus... we reveal next episode's special guest!

It is the end of an era. After 137 issues, Mark Gruenwald's ten year run of writing Captain America comes to a close. Rick & Bob, as well as guest Jason Olsen (author of Mark Gruenwald and the Star Spangled Symbolism of Captain America) review Mark's last issue, an emotional tale of Cap learning he has 24 hours to live. Plus... a special guest joins the show as a surprise to Bob!

Diamondback! Red Skull! Batroc! Serpent Society! Mr. Hyde! Nick Fury! The Walking Dead?!? Rick & Bob have fun with guest stars galore in this fast-paced 4 issue story by Robert Kirkman and Scot Eaton! 

John Walker is the new Captain America and Steve Rogers is known only as The Captain! Part 7 of an 8 part series, where Rick & Bob cover issues #327-350 - the incredible story of Steve Rogers being replaced by John Walker from 1987-1989! This episode, we cover #345-347, as John Walker snaps after a personal tragedy and Steve surrenders to the Commission. The story from the last year and all the subplots are coming to a head and Rick & Bob cover it panel by panel!

Comic shop customers and employee join the show to tell stories of Rick as a boss and comic shop owner, including how they all met, what is was like when Rick sold the store and their friendship since. Filled with plenty of laughs and roasting, this episode takes you behind the scene of a comic shop, getting to know Rick a little better. 

It's 1970 and Captain America makes a special trip to Vietnam, curtesy of Stan Lee and Gene Colan! But why is Cap going and who is the mystery villain? 

The new Steve Rogers Cap series kicks off here! Rick & Bob review panel by panel and give their thoughts on the direction of the series, the mystery of the shield, Steve's private life, his relationship with Bucky and so much more!

John Walker is the new Captain America and Steve Rogers is known only as The Captain! Part 6 of an 8 part series, where Rick & Bob cover issues #327-350 - the incredible story of Steve Rogers being replaced by John Walker from 1987-1989! This episode, we cover #342-344, as Steve and gang take on Viper and her sinister plot to turn America into snakes. Patron James Foley joins the show as a special guest commentator. And.. wait until you hear Rick do his Ronald Regan voice!

Captain America Sentinel of Liberty writers Jackson Lanzing & Collin Kelly join the show to discuss their new series - shedding light on their pitch and vision for the series and hints at what is in store... giving Steve "a life," the true character of Steve and Bucky's relationship, the secret behind Cap's shield, what's going on with Sharon Carter, will we see Red Skull and so much more!

Our new show format starts here! Based on listener response, more talk about the story and less reading panel by panel. Plus... another end of an era... Tales of Suspense becomes Captain America! Rick & Bob cover the story where Cap meets Black Panther (T'Challa) and reunites with Sharon Carter vs a returned foe thought dead! 

How Bucky met Steve Rogers… was it really an accident? Golden Age stories were all just propaganda? Why didn't Steve and Namor remember each other? These and other questions will be answered as we explore the retcons created to explain, enhance or fix previous stories from the 80+ year history of Captain America comics! Continuing from Part One on Episode #84...

The new Sam Wilson Cap series starts right here! Rick & Bob review panel by panel and give their thoughts on Sam's direction, supporting cast and villains! Plus... the boys go over podcast poll feedback and discuss possible new direction for the show!

John Walker is the new Captain America and Steve Rogers is known only as The Captain! Part 5 of an 8 part series, where Rick & Bob cover issues #327-350 - the incredible story of Steve Rogers being replaced by John Walker from 1987-1989! This episode, we cover #339-341, as Steve starts to question his decision, get his revenge on Mr. Hyde and battles Iron Man! Plus, introducing new series artist Kieron Dwyer!

Cap Editor Alanna Smith joins the show! Alanna chats with Rick & Bob about the decision to have two Cap series, why she chose these creative teams and is excited for their direction, whether we will return to Legacy numbering, crossovers, expanded Cap universe and so much more!

Kicking off an incredible new Cap saga starring Steve Rogers and Sam Wilson! Rick & Bob review panel by panel and give their thoughts on having two Caps in the Marvel Universe. Plus... the boys share stories about their Coccyx!

Sharon Carter wasn't really dead? She and Peggy are related how exactly? Did Steve always want to be an artist - and what about his dad?!? These and other questions will be answered as we explore the retcons created to explain, enhance or fix previous stories from the 80+ year history of Captain America comics!

John Walker is the new Captain America! Part 4 of an 8 part series, where Rick & Bob cover issues #327-350 - the incredible story of Steve Rogers being replaced by John Walker, and taking on the role of The Captain from 1987-1989! This episode, we cover #336-338, featuring the debut of Steve Rogers as The Captain, as well as new villains! 

We take a trip revisiting Mark Gruenwald's amazing decade of writing Cap with the author of the book "Mark Gruenwald and the Star Spangled Symbolism of Captain America," Jason Olsen! We chat about Jason's deep dive into Mark's love for the character, dedication to Marvel continuity, philosophical and political themes, as well as explore some fun and favorite moments from the decade of stories...

It is the return of Batroc and... Rick's awful French accent! A surprise guest calls in! Plus, Rick gives his take on Rob Liefeld's Twitter reaction to the Mark Waid interview announcement. 

The finale to the fun Steve & Tony team-up! Plus... Rick makes good on his bet and sings to Bob! And... the 3 winners of our Review Contest are announced.

John Walker is the new Captain America! Part 3 of an 8 part series, where Rick & Bob cover issues #327-350 - the incredible story of Steve Rogers being replaced by John Walker, and taking on the role of The Captain from 1987-1989! This episode, we cover #333-335, featuring the trials of John Walker learning to be Cap - introducing the Watchdogs! Plus: Rick & Bob decide on their bet, and discuss the winner of the Cover Madness bracket (apologies in advance for milking the bit too long)...

Waid reveals how he finally cracked the code on writing Cap after 25 years, his thoughts on Cap killing (and why he had Cap kill the Red Skull), whether Cap is a-political, why he asked to have his name removed from his Red Skull origin story, his reaction to being pulled from Cap for Rob Liefeld (and how he turned down Rob's offer), why he will NEVER write Cap again... and so much more!

Heading back to 1999 to cover the very first time Sam Wilson dressed as Captain America! Rick & Bob review this retcon story by Mark Waid, providing commentary (and a few tangents) along the way. Plus, the guys discuss Cover Madness bracket results and Rick finally comments on Bob's pronunciation of the Red Skull. Bonus: Stick around after the end of the show to listen to the guys' thoughts on the MCU!

Continuing the Steve & Tony team-up, with unexpected twists and turns! Plus... controversy with Rick & Bob's weight-loss challenge! And, Rick goes on a rant about the Cover Madness bracket...

It's a trip to the 1960s and... WW2! Rick & Bob review two Cap solo tales... TOS #62 "Break-Out in Cell Block 10!" and #64 "Among Us, Wreckers Dwell!" - two classic tales by Lee & Kirby! Plus, Rick & Bob take a look at the top grossing films of 1965...

Steve quits being Captain America! Part 2 of an 8 part series, where Rick & Bob cover issues #327-350 - the incredible story of Steve Rogers being replaced by John Walker, and taking on the role of The Captain from 1987-1989! This episode, we cover #330-332, featuring Steve resigning as Captain America and what lead to his difficult decision. Plus: Top 12 songs of 1987!

Longtime comic professional Al Milgrom joins the show to talk about his time working on Captain America, including penciling Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars II in the mid-80s (and why he replaced Sal Buscema)! He shares tons of stories on his early days at Marvel and DC, including working with legends like Jim Starlin, Bernie Wrightson, Jim Shooter, Walt & Louise Simonson, Howard Chaykin, Al Kupperberg, Larry Stroman and so many more!

Contact Al Milgrom at editorial4@aol.com

During a national conversation centering around prison reform, Al Milgrom wrote this one issue story that features Cap behind bars and his quest to break out! A sequel to the 1965 Tales of Suspense #62. Plus, Rick & Bob give a solemn update on their wager...

Steve & Tony team-up to take on escaped Hydra commander Veronica Eden in this fun story by the writer who introduced Eden in Falcon & Winter Soldier! Plus... who are The Paladins? Rick & Bob cover the first two issues to this mini-series, as well as discuss the announcement of two new Cap series debuting this Spring!

Kicking off an 8 part series, where Rick & Bob cover issues #327-350 - the incredible story of Steve Rogers being replaced by John Walker, and taking on the role of The Captain from 1987-1989! This episode, we cover #327-329, featuring a battle between Cap and Super Patriot, intro of D-Man and a battle with the Power Broker!

Curious about different versions of Captain America comics from around the world? Cap fan Ralph Warner joins Rick & Bob to discuss his international Cap collection, the history of comics in different countries and tips on how collectors can get started!

It's the living legend of WW2 vs the Vietnam vet for the very first time! Rick & Bob explore this story of two veterans from different eras and their stark contrast - including Bob's POV from his 25 years in the military. Plus... an update on Rick & Bob's wager! 

A fan favorite... This light-hearted fun tale features Steve and Rachel's first date - and the ladies from the Serpent Society doing their best to make sure... nothing goes wrong? And... Rick & Bob begin a wager! Plus... Rick battles the Hyphen again, and one or two tangents, including first dates.

Returning after 12 years in Dimension Z, Cap is mourning his personal loss and a Man Out of Time, once again. SHIELD sends him and Falcon on a mission to stop renegade super soldier Nuke on foreign soil. Rick & Bob (a 25 year Vet) discuss the emotions and struggles of veterans with this impactful story - featuring one of Steve's best modern-day speeches. 

Jim Shooter - 50 year comic industry great - joins the show to talk about his time as Marvel's Editor-in-Chief, including writing Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars in the mid-80s! He shares stories on his time working with Jack Kirby during his return to the Cap series, as well as provides his thoughts on the Stern/Byrne Cap stories, J.M. DeMatteis' plans for Cap after #300, Marvel's thoughts on gay characters back then, the recent Hydra Cap storyline and comics written over the last 20 years...

It's a Christmas Cap story - featuring the introduction of Black Crow! Rick & Bob have fun reviewing this early 80s gem, as well as Rick horrifies Bob with his favorite Christmas song! 

The Invaders battle the Avengers - a 1977 tale looking at the 1969 battle from the Invaders' perspective! Roy Thomas assembles an all-star art team from the Golden Age (Alex Schomburg, Don Rico & Lee Elias) to return for this WW2 action-packed story! Plus: Rick goes on a rant about Rob Liefeld (and it isn't what you think)... 

Visiting Volume 4 for the first time - Rick & Bob review this 4 part story where, in a parallel world, the Nazis won World War II and the Red Skull is the Reichsfuehrer of the former United States. That is... until Cap leads a rebellion packed full of different versions of some of the most beloved Marvel characters! 

Brian Pulido, Chaos and Coffin Comics creator/publisher, chats with Rick & Bob on how he got into Captain America, his favorite stories and creators, as well as how he would write Cap if he had the chance. Plus... What's Bob cooking in the kitchen? 

It's the final issue to this controversial mini-series! Rick & Bob wrap up the story and give their thoughts on the series overall - what did they enjoy - what would they change? 

Heading back to the short-lived Stern/Byrne era with two action-packed issues featuring two classic Marvel villains! Rick & Bob have fun chatting about 1980... Plus... wait until you hear Rick's OUTRAGEOUS French accent!

Revisiting 1967 with this first appearance of the villainous MODOK! Rick & Bob cover Cap's battle versus AIM while trying to rescue Agent 13 (the unnamed Sharon Carter) in amazing action! Plus... witness Rick once again foiled by a random hyphen in a word balloon! 

Whether you love or hate 90s comics - you don't want to miss this brutally honest conversation with editor Mike Rockwitz! "This is crap!" Which artists made it on Ralph Macchio's "Weak" door and which creators did Mike fire (and why)? Rick & Bob chat with Mike on his time on Cap, including what happened with Adventures of Captain America, the Heroes Reborn run, Cap Wolf and so much more!

It's a trip to the 90s, as Rick and Bob review this 3-part story featuring over 100 different super villains! Cap, Falcon and Diamondback in disguise and outnumbered on A.I.M. Island! And... M.O.D.A.M. unleashed! Can the guys keep it together while covering this story?!?

John Walker (U.S.Agent) and Bucky Barnes (Winter Soldier) join the fight! The master villain is revealed! Plus... a new member of the Captains is introduced! Rick & Bob cover it all (and a few tangents) in this episode...

This classic tale asks the question what if Cap and Bucky continued their careers post-WW2 and the roles they play in modern time. Rick and Bob have fun exploring this 1977 story (and a few tangents) that has a few twists and turns!

Steve Englehart took Captain America in 1972-1975 from a nearly canceled series to top seller by redefining the "Legend of WW2" to a character who epitomizes and defends America's ideals. He chats with Rick and Bob about his legendary Cap run, including his retcon of the 1950s Cap, bringing back Peggy Carter, introducing the Falcon's wings, breaking down Cap's beliefs in "Secret Empire," reviving Steve as Nomad, and retconning Sam Wilson as "Snap" and his thoughts behind where he thought that story may end up...

Steve Englehart revives two once-used and forgotten characters in Peggy Carter & Dr. Faustus! A story that brings back Cap's greatest lost love from WW2, Rick & Bob have fun reviewing this classic 1973 tale of psychological manipulation of heartache and mystery. 

Rick & Bob remark on turning 50 and have fun reviewing this special last issue from Volume 3 in 2002. Packed full of stories done by different creators (Dan Jurgens, Bob Layton, Stuart Immonen, John Romita, Bruce Timm, Ron Frenz, Sal Buscema, Rick Veitch & many more!

A new member of the Captains is introduced! Steve and Sam are hot on the trail of the imposter Cap and are confronted by Sin! And... Winter Soldier joins the fight. Rick & Bob break it all down in this episode!

Over the last 80 years, Cap's origin story has had various changes... Was it the Super Soldier Serum or Vita Rays that transformed Steve Rogers? Was Steve always the first candidate selected or were there others - and who selected him? Who were the characters around Operation Rebirth (or was it Project Rebirth?)... Was it Reinstein or Erskine? Was it X-13 guarding the Curio Shop or was it Agent R? These and so many more questions are answered in this episode!

Dr. Stevens is widely published, with much of his academic research focusing on Captain America. He takes Rick and Bob through his book, centering around the evolution or the reinterpretation of Captain America’s characterization across different eras in response to changing values. If you enjoy philosophical debates centered around Cap, you'll love this spirited and in-depth conversation!

It's Cap vs Wolverine in a classic tale of two heroes who couldn't be more different! Rick & Bob have a lot of fun revisiting this 1986 tale featuring plenty of side notes, trivia and laughs. Plus... wait until you hear Rick do Wolverine's voice, bub!

Villains revealed! New member of the "The Captains!" Rick & Bob review the second issue of this hot mini-series and provide their thoughts on the reveals. Plus... Listener Joshua VanDine joins the show to present his take on the controversy surrounding #1!

Did Steve get the rank of "Captain" automatically just because of the Super Soldier Program? If you were to give Cap a NEW re-occurring sidekick for a couple years, who would it be? The Tumbler vs. Doughboy... One leaves! One does not! Who makes it? These are just some of the questions listeners hit Rick & Bob with in this special Q&A episode! Surprise answers! Plenty of laughs! And... a surprise call by Rick's daughter?!?

In the early to mid 1980s, John Beatty inked 23 Cap issues, creating an amazing partnership with penciler Mike Zeck, whom he went on to work with on the Secret Wars and Punisher mini-series. John talks candidly about how Mike helped get him into the industry and how he jumped at the chance to leave working with George Perez on Justice League to work with Mike on Cap, John's childhood favorite hero. Funny stories about Jim Shooter, Bob McLeod and a big misunderstanding with Mike's father that almost ended badly...

Rick & Bob have WAY too much fun in this episode reviewing Cap #265-266 (crossover with Spidey and Fury). We may have gone off on a tangent or two. Full of laughs, observations and several poor voice impressions by Rick...

Straight off the racks (and national headlines) - Rick & Bob review the first issue of this new mini-series and give their thoughts on the controversy surrounding the story! Did Steve Rogers really abandon the American Dream? Is Steve being replaced again in a PC move? We cover the first story in detail and give our take on this hot issue!

Part 2 of reviewing the 1997 Eisner Award Nominee for Best Serialized Story by Mark Waid and Ron Garney - "Man Without a Country!" Steve Rogers has been stripped of his role as Cap and exiled from the country, yet still fights to stop Machinesmith's plan for nuclear annihilation! Steve may no longer have his shield, but he has his determination, and help from Sharon Carter and... Dr. Doom?!?

Eisner Award Nominee Artist Ron Garney discusses what it was like to draw his favorite character growing up, how Mike Zeck got him into the industry, his feelings on being replaced by Rob Liefeld's Vol 2, why he left Vol 3 only after five issues and so many other cool Cap back stories! Stay for the bonus track at the very end... 

Part 1 of reviewing the 1997 Eisner Award Nominee for Best Serialized Story - "Man Without a Country!" Mark Waid and Ron Garney bring a pulse-pounding story of Steve Rogers stripped of his role and exiled from the country, trying to clear his name and save the United States from another threat! Plus... start with #449 - Cap battles with the forces of Zodiac!

Rick & Bob review the bizarre 1977 story of Arnim Zola, Bio Fanatic! Jack Kirby wrote and drew this story which features Donna Maria, Falcon, Sharon Carter, Doughboy, Primus and... the Red Skull!

Cap joins the Tales of Suspense series starting with this fun Silver Age tale featuring a battle against Iron Man, 2nd appearance of Kraven the Hunter, Chameleon, Pepper Potts and more! 

Longtime Captain America Editor Tom Brevoort chats with Rick & Bob on... the current Coates volume ending and what comes after, how Ed Brubaker talked him into bringing back Bucky, the backlash over Hydra Cap, stories behind Planet/WW Hulk, Civil War, the Death of Steve Rogers... and more! No Cap fan will want to miss this episode!

Origin of Isaiah Bradley Part Two - Rick & Bob review the final three issues of the 7 part Truth: Red, White & Black story from 2003. Taking you deeper into the stories behind the story, based on real historical facts. We learn something new every time we read this amazing, thought provoking and impactful story! Plus... Isaiah meets Hitler?!?

Intro of Isaiah Bradley aka the "Black Captain America!" Part One - Rick & Bob review the first four issues of the 7 part Truth: Red, White & Black story from 2003. A brutal tale, interwoven with stories taken from real events, this limited series takes on racism and beautifully adds further depth to the Captain America mythos. 

Zemo returns with a vengeance... Thought dead at the end of #168, Helmut knows Cap's secret identity and strikes at his friends! Rick & Bob review Cap #275-278, a tale of schemes, revelations, surprises, and personal triumph by Rick's favorite Cap creative team: DeMatteis, Zeck, Beatty and Sharen!

A thoughtful and modern retelling of Cap's revival in Stan Lee and Jack Kirby's Avengers #4 and the story behind how Steve transitioned to his new life the struggles he faced. Rick & Bob review this heartfelt five issue mini-series by legendary Mark Waid and artist Jorge Molina, one of Bob's all-time favorite Cap stories!

Professor White is the author of seven books, including The Virtues of Captain America: Modern-Day Lessons on Character from a World War II Superhero. He chats about Cap comics with Rick and Bob, centering around the values Cap can teach us, as well as topics like patriotism, Golden Age Cap versus Cap from the last 50 years, and whether a fictional character can actually be a real-life role model. Plus, a spirited debate on the famous "...plant yourself like a tree beside the river of truth..." quote...

The introduction of Helmut Zemo in a story of revenge! Rick & Bob review Captain America #168, which was featured as a read-along story by Power Records in 1974! Watch the bloopers from this episode at

An extra long reaction to the finale of the Falcon and Winter Soldier series! John Sewell rejoins Rick & Bob for a spirited debate on their reaction to this episode and series overall, how the story compares to the comics, as well as some KILLER PREDICTIONS for where the story goes from here! SPOILER ALERT - You should watch the series before listening to this podcast!

If you love the Disney+ series, you'll enjoy this story featuring Sam and Bucky battling two different Hydra factions, with plenty of action, surprises, fun buddy dialogue, Cap fanatics and a good dose of humor! And... Zemo is back?!? 

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Reacting to episode five of the FAWS series! John Walker super fan Dave Witham rejoins Rick & Bob to discuss their reactions to this episode, how the story compares to the comics, as well as predictions for the series finale! SPOILER ALERT - You should watch the fifth episode before listening to this podcast!

The classic tale of John Walker replacing Steve Rogers as the new Cap was the topic contest winner James Foley chats about with Rick & Bob! Highlights include: Steve grows a beard! Nomad's a jerk! Impression Kieron Dwyer's women had on the young guys! And... Brother Nature?!?

Reacting to Falcon and Winter Soldier Episode #4 "The Whole World is Watching!" Heath Brown joins Rick & Bob to discuss their reaction to this episode (WOWZERS!), how the story compares to the comics, as well as predictions for what happens next! SPOILER ALERT - You should watch the forth episode before listening to this podcast!

Artist Mike Perkins (Swamp Thing) joins the show to discuss his three years on the Captain America series with Ed Brubaker (2005-2008), and what it was like to be involved on the origin of the Winter Soldier! He shares details on designing characters like Sin, the Red Skull's daughter, and his shock to learning Cap was dead when he got the script to pencil the following issue. Plus... his reaction to making it past Round One of the Cap Madness Artist Bracket!

Connect with our guest Mike Perkins at https://www.mikeperkinsart.com and  https://www.facebook.com/perkyperk

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Reaction to the third episode of the FAWS series "Power Broker!" John Waller Sewell joins Rick & Bob to discuss their reaction to this episode, how the story compares to the comics, as well as predictions for what happens next! SPOILER ALERT - You should watch the third episode before listening to this podcast!

Episode Two of the comic origin of Winter Soldier! Captain America now realizes the deadly assassin is his old partner, Bucky Barnes, and is dedicated to saving him, even when all others think he should be put down! This emotional story is filled with action, espionage and guests galore!

Our reaction to the second episode of the FAWS series! Rick & Bob are joined by John Walker super fan Dave Witham, to give their reaction to this episode, how the story compares to the comics, as well as predictions for the series! SPOILER ALERT - You should watch the second episode before listening to this podcast!

It's the comic origin of Winter Soldier - Episode One! Captain America's old partner, Bucky, is back from the dead as a cold-blooded assassin in this amazing emotionally-charged story that Rick & Bob break into two podcasts!

Rick & Bob are joined by FB member Ash (self-proclaimed biggest Bucky fan) to give their thoughts, insights, how the story compares to the comics and predictions for the series! SPOILER ALERT - You should watch the first episode before listening to this podcast!

Diving into the John Walker: U.S.Agent mini-series from 2020-2021 with artist Georges Jeanty! Rick and Bob review the first three issues and then discuss behind the scenes with Georges to get his thoughts on Walker, Saint, Morrie and a few inside stories! Plus, another guest calls in!

Holy crossover, Batman! Rick & Bob review the Elseworlds one-shot by legendary John Byrne! Cap, Bucky, Batman & Robin team up against the Joker and Red Skull, with plenty of cameos in this DC and Marvel crossover set in 1945!

It's a trip to the mid-90s as Rick & Bob review the first story arc post-Gruenwald era... and it's a doozy! Mark Waid and Ron Garney team to bring back Agent 13 - Sharon Carter... in a Red Skull Cosmic Cube story with a twist!

Rick & Bob explore the various origin stories of Cap's longtime partner and friend... Sam Wilson, The Falcon! From his first introduction in 1969, to his retcon in 1975 and to his further retcon in 1983... we review Captain America #117-119 by Stan Lee & Gene Colan, #185-191 by Steve Englehart & Frank Robbins and #276-278 by J.M. DeMatteis & Mike Zeck. PLUS: Details on our new contest!

J.M. DeMatteis goes behind the stories he wrote for Captain America in the early 1980s, including diving deeper into Sam Wilson, Bernie Rosenthal and Jack Monroe, introducing Arnie Roth, Vermin and Synthia Schmidt, and the physiological battles of Cap vs Baron Zemo and the Red Skull! DeMatteis shares his original plans for #300 and his year long story following that never happened!

The Red Skull calls in and demands Rick & Bob review him! This episode covers the classic 1966 story of "The Red Skull Lives!" featuring the first appearance of the Red Skull in modern time and the Cosmic Cube by Stan Lee & Jack Kirby!

No one wrote more Captain America stories than Mark Gruenwald. His decade long run from 1985 to 1995, spanning 137 issues, introduced characters such as John Walker (USAgent), Crossbones, Diamondback, Flag Smasher, as well as iconic stories of Steve Rogers quitting the role of Captain America, being replaced and becoming The Captain, and so many more. Mark passed in 1996, at the young age of 43. Nearly 25 years later, Rick speaks with Mark's wife, Catherine Schuller to discuss Mark's love of the character, his sense of humor and practical jokes, how the stress of Marvel took it's ultimate toll, and her keeping Mark's legacy alive using his ashes mixed with ink to "ashograph" comics for Mark's fans. 

Villain from The Falcon & Winter Soldier Disney+ series... Here is the comic book origin of Flag Smasher! Rick & Bob review the first three issues featuring this top Cap villain, including the first appearance of ULTIMATUM and Cap killing a terrorist with a gun (and his struggle dealing with it)!