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Spec Tales asks collectors and creators: What's your grail tale? Join Jake and Jesús each week as they explore new stories about the comic book grails we all love — the epic journies behind how they were obtained or how they inspired new creativity. You can share your grail tale by emailing the guys at spectalespodcast@gmail.com Or by reaching out on Twitter and Instagram.
- 114 - The Return of Mickey Finnegan AKA Swagglehaus Comics
Welcome back Spec-Taters to episode 104 of the Spec Tales podcast. This week, we welcome back our friend Mickey Finnegan, or better known on YouTube Swagglehaus Comics. Mickey joins us to to discuss his new comic series SANITY: Rise of the Occult. We also get a full update on Mickey's new grail tale and the cautionary details behind an online trade gone wrong.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 03 Apr 2024 - 113 - Happy Patreoniversary — A Full Episode of Floppies Just For You
We're celebrating the two-year anniversary of the Spec Tales Patreon. Because of our dedicated and generous Scärce Army members, we've been able to update the show's artwork, create JJ the Spec Tater-Tot, and literally give away thousands of stickers to comic fans around the world. This week, we're sharing an episode of our Patreon-exclusive series Floppies to celebrate the milestone.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES.
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 06 Mar 2024 - 112 - The Masks Come Off — A Comic Whale Tale Shows Our True Colors
No guest this week, but that doesn't mean we're taking it easy on the mics. We've got multiple recent pickups that you need to sprint to the shelves (or digital shelves) to get your hands on. We've got a comic book whale tale detailing two of the most epic L.B. Cole covers on the planet.
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REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 28 Feb 2024 - 111 - To Speculate or Not to Speculate — Zach Mitchell Breaks Down The Comic Collecting Landscape
We're back for a throwback-style episode with one of our original listeners and Instagram comic collector friends, Zach Mitchell from Zach's Comics. Together, we dive head-first into the state of the comic book world, including the speculation market, gatekeeping collectors, and riding the financial waves.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES.
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 21 Feb 2024 - 110 - The Kickin' Roundtable with Mario Candelaria, James Ferguson & Christof Bogacs
From the biggest names in the industry to the indie creators just trying to see their vision come to life, Kickstarter has fully established itself as a major player in the comic book world. This week we bring on three veteran comic kickstarters to discuss the trending platform and their upcoming projects.
To learn more about Mario and James' project, SLICE(S) OF LIFE — A WORLD WITHOUT PIZZA, visit their Kickstarter page here.
To learn more about Christof's project, REQUIEM #1-2: THE SCI-FI HORROR CONTINUES, visit his Kickstarter page here.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 07 Feb 2024 - 109 - Spec Tales Episode 100 — Grail Tales: Where Are They Now?
To celebrate our 100th episode of Spec Tales, we decided to look back and see where a few of our most memorable Grail Tales are now. Have no fear, we still bring the heat with some extra special recent pickups and speculation comics, too! Thank you for all the support over the last 100 episodes — we're looking forward to the next 100.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 31 Jan 2024 - 108 - Eisner Winner Kelly Thompson Chats The Cull, Comics, Grails, and Pennywise the Dancing Clown
Back from our happy holiday hiatus and ready for a big new year! This week, Eisner-winning writer Kelly Thompson (Captain Marvel, Hawkeye, Jem and the Holograms) joins us to discuss her latest work — The Cull. But we don't stop there. Our conversation with Kelly bounces from comic topic to topic with tons of inside baseball info on how the sausage is made. Not a dull moment in this episode, especially the speculation segment...if you catch our drift.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES.
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 24 Jan 2024 - 107 - Breaking News One-Shot: Jay Stephens and Gold Key Comics Make A Big Announcement
Acclaimed animator, and comic book creator Jay Stephens (Dwellings) and Gold Key chief creative director Arnold Guerrero join Jake & Jesús for this very special breaking news one-shot episode of Spec Tales.
We know we told you we'd be back in late January, but we had to take a break from our break to share this incredible news and a new grail tale with you.
Learn more about Gold Key's big news HERE
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 03 Jan 2024 - 106 - 2023 Year-End Cleanup — Our Favorite Comics and Grails of the Year
Believe it or not, we're already halfway through season three of Spec Tales. However, before we take the next 6 weeks off, we have to wrap up the year with our favorite comic books and grails of 2023. So, saddle up the reindeer and join us for one last ride before the ball drops. We can't wait to tell you all about the surprises we have in store for 2024.
Happy Holidays all! We'll be back again on January 24, 2024.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES.
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 13 Dec 2023 - 105 - One True Nerd King Phil Taylor Blows Our Collector & Speculator Minds
You've heard of the one true king of the North, but have you heard of the One True Nerd King? Of course you have, his nerdtastic social posts have garnered millions of views and laughs. His comic-culture brain is on full display in this week's episode as he schools us in every segment. He even drops some never-before-considered speculation knowledge. Do not miss this Giant-Size episode of Spec Tales.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES.
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoThu, 07 Dec 2023 - 104 - THE Comic Book Presser Chris Myers Grade Bumps Spec Tales
Pressing and cleaning comic books isn't witchcraft or magical restoration — but for Chris Myers The Comic Book Presser, it's an art. This week, Chris and the guys deep dive into some of the intricacies of how pressing and cleaning can help the hobby pay for itself. However, Chris isn't just a presser, he's also a lifelong collector with an incredibly impressive Amazing Spider-Man and X-Men collection that he flaunts mercilessly during a heavy-hitting grail tale.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES.
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 29 Nov 2023 - 103 - Jake & Jesús and The Golden-Age Batman Tape Pull of Destiny
It's Thanksgiving for us and we're here to say thank you to all the listeners out there for take the time to join us every week for Spec Tales. This week's episode is filled with many listener themed segments, including the ever-popular listener-submitted grail tale.
Does Jesús win two consecutive weeks in a row for recent pickup tots? Will Jake ever stop talking about original comic book art? You'll have to listen to find out.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES.
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 22 Nov 2023 - 102 - Acclaimed Comic Artist Nick Pitarra Chats Axe-Wielder Jon and His Original Comic Art Addiction
Eisner-nominated comic artist Nick Pitarra jumps on the show to chat all about his creator-owned comic Axe-Wielder Jon. From its heartwarming origins to its massively successful crowdfunding campaign — Nick takes us through bringing Jon to life on the page. We also get into Nick's impressive original comic art collection and how new collectors can ease into the original art hobby.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES.
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 15 Nov 2023 - 101 - Brad & Lisa Gullickson of Comic Book Couples Counseling Bag and Board Spec Tales
GIANT-SIZE EPISODE ALERT! This conversation was too good to cut short. Brad and Lisa Gullickson of the Comic Book Couples Counseling podcast join us to chat all about their unbelievable comic grail tales. Traversing through our classic three segments, we learn all about Brad and Lisa's collecting habits, the secrets to their incredible on-mic chemistry, and we even manage to finagle some speculation out of them.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES.
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 08 Nov 2023 - 100 - Scärce Whales That Could Be Your Next Grail — The Return of Whale Tales
Have you ever seen a CATMAN comic from the 1940's? How about a CHAMBER OF CHILLS pre-code horror comic? We dive into some of the biggest white whales of these iconic runs and what makes them true grails. An episode of Spec Tales wouldn't be complete without a mystery bag of recent pickups and some horrifyingly good speculation.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 01 Nov 2023 - 99 - Episode 91 — Dallas FanFestival Edition
We did it! We finally got around to meeting up in person for the first time at Dallas FanFestival 2023. A weekend of many firsts, including recording our first-ever live/in-person comic book grail tales. Hear all about the big event, what we learned and meet some of the friends we made along the way.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 25 Oct 2023 - 98 - The Beautifully Deviant Mind of Joshua Hixson and Creating Horror Comics
Just in time for the most horrifying season of the year. Artist Joshua Hixson joins Jake & Jesús to discuss his work on show-favorite horror comic THE PLOT and his upcoming collaboration with James Tynion IV THE DEVIANT. Josh also divulges to the guys his secret to creating some of the most terrifying visuals in modern comics.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to help Spec Tales grow and gain access to bonus content including our Patreon exclusive monthly series FLOPPIES.
REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Check out SpecTalesPodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 18 Oct 2023 - 97 - Dueling Listener-Submitted Grail Tales with Guest Host Mario Candelaria
Jake & Jesús pull out all the stops with TWO listener-submitted grail tales and a first-time special guest host — writer and friend of the show Mario Candelaria. This episode is chock-full of recent pickups, reading recommendations and some football-related speculation. The guys also announce their first-ever comic con appearance...listen in to find out where they're going.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 11 Oct 2023 - 96 - Phillip Kennedy Johnson Smashes with Grails and Hulk Speculation Goodness
Phillip Kennedy Johnson discusses his approach to writing the current Incredible Hulk series and how he wanted to bring back the monster movie elements and horror themes that were originally part of the character. He also talks about his inspiration from Hellboy and other folklore and horror stories. And you know we weren't going to let PKJ get out before sharing his drool-inducing grails and more comic book speculation than you can shake a stick at (and we all know how well you can shake sticks). Another ca n't-miss episode!
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 04 Oct 2023 - 95 - Jordan Alsaqa Cooks with Monsters and Apex Legends
Jordan Alsaqa, author of the Apex Legends Official Cookbook and IDW's young adult fantasy graphic novel Cooking with Monsters, joins Jake and Jesús on this episode of Spec Tales. Jordan shares a couple of white whales he'd loved to obtain, both as a collector and a creator. The trio also dives deep into some juicy speculation as well.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 27 Sep 2023 - 94 - Kieron Gillen Rolls a Nat 20 Grail Tale and Speculates a Bit on Dr. Aphra
Acclaimed comic book writer Kieron Gillen joins Jake & Jesús to discuss his career and creative process. From his background in games journalism to his transition to comic book writing, the guys talk all about Kieron and his work on titles like Die and Once & Future. You'll also be thrilled to know, Kieron's grail tale is as epic as the narratives in his books. And the guys weren't going to let him get away without discussing Dr. Aphra, and what Kieron's working on next.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 20 Sep 2023 - 93 - Badr Milligan of The Short Box Podcast Gives and Receives Comic Grails
Jake & Jesús welcome former guest host Badr Milligan of the Short Box comic podcast back to Spec Tales to finally give his grail tale. Not just one but TWO heartstring-pulling tales that'll hit you right in the feels. The trio tackles everything from the scarcity of original manga art, to Heritage Auctions, and Warren Publishing. You'll also learn about our Grail Tale poster giveaway and next week's BIG guest.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime atspectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 13 Sep 2023 - 92 - Introducing Whale Tales and the Most Valuable Non-Superhero Comic
Jake and Jesús are very proud to introduce something new on this week's episode with the first-ever Whale Tale segment. What's a whale tale you ask? You'll just have to listen to the episode to find out! Also in this episode is a completely eerie AOK and a reading stack as tall as Jesús' beard.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 06 Sep 2023 - 91 - Jason Ayers and the Most Epic Season 3 Premiere
We're back! To kick off season three in style, we're joined by WWE referee and notorious comic book collector Jason Ayers who discusses the monumental "X" comic book grail tale he's currently embarking on.
Jake also reviews the recent Humanoids release All Tomorrow's Parties: The Velvet Underground Story by Koren Shadmi. Lots to love in this premiere episode. Hurry and listen now!
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations, and help Spec Tales grow.REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime atspectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
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Wed, 30 Aug 2023 - 90 - Secret Invasion! Chris Hacker and Badr Milligan with Guest Christian Ward
The final installment of the Spec Tales Secret Invasion is here! Chris Hacker from the Oblivion Bar Podcast and Badr Milligan from the Short Box podcast join forces to rock the mics with multi-Eisner-winning comic creator Christian Ward! Jake and Jesús better be careful or these Skrulls might take their seats for good. Trust us, you can't miss this episode.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 26 Jul 2023 - 89 - Secret Invasion! Chris Donaldson and Newbie Take Over with Guest Rocksteady Comics
The Skrulls continue their takeover of Spec Tales while Jake and Jesús are out. This week, former guests and good friends of the show, Chris Donaldson and Joel from Newbie Comics on YouTube take on hosting duties. Joining the Skrulls this week is Greg from Rocksteady Comics from Instagram and Youtube to tell his grail tale about a hulk-sized collection that made his year.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 12 Jul 2023 - 88 - Spec Tales Secret Invasion! Guido Sanchez and Lisa Gullickson Take Over with Guest Randall Lotowycz
The Skrulls are taking over Spec Tales while Jake and Jesús are out of pocket. Friends of the show, Guido Sanchez from the Dear Watchers podcast and Lisa Gullickson from the Comic Book Couples Counceling podcast, team up to host this week's episode. Plus, writer, editor and all-around comic lover Randall Lotowycz joins the show to share his grail tale!
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As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 28 Jun 2023 - 87 - A Grail Tale That'll Capture You In A Chamber of Chills
Jake and Jesús fly solo this week to discuss Free Comic Book Day, the calm between the storms, and a chilling listener-submitted grail tale.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoThu, 04 May 2023 - 86 - Elliot Comic Art and the Tater of Terror
This week, we welcome friend and talented artist Elliot of Elliot Comic Art. Elliot delivers his grail tale in addition to talking about all the new versions of JJ the Spec Tater Tot running around the multiverse he's been instrumental in creating.
GOLD KEY KICKSTARTER— Back the Gold Key Boris Karloff Kickstarter to receive a JJ Karloff sticker. There are also 25 limited edition JJ Karloff t-shirts available to the first 25 new backers to select the shirt as an add-on.
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As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 19 Apr 2023 - 85 - Spec Tales First Comic Con Appearance and A Listener Submitted Grail Tale
This week, Jesús tells all about his experience representing Spec Tales at a local comic book convention in Houston, including a grail tale that unfolded right before his eyes. And back by popular demand, another listener-submitted grail tale and THING is of Hulk-size proportions...and you may want to bring some tissues too.
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 05 Apr 2023 - 84 - Welcome to the Resurrection: Gold Key Launches into the Modern Age
One of the most epic grail talers from 2022 is back to deliver even more comic excellence. Yes, Lance Linderman the co-owner of Gold Key Comics is back for another round, and this time he's brought a special guest. Writer and epic comic creator Michael Conrad (Wonder Woman, Batgirls) also gets in on the breaking news.
Check out the Gold Key Kickstarter Campaign!
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REACH OUT TO US!Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
Certified Comic Shop is the official sponsor of the Spec Tales Podcast. Use the code FREECOMIC to receive a free comic book with every purchase.
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 22 Mar 2023 - 83 - All Grails No Tales — Jake and Jesús Fly Solo Again
Jesús and Jake take on another episode flying solo. With a veritable smorgasbord of recent pickups and speculation comics to talk about, there's definitely something for all collectors. The real news is the announcement of an event Spec Tales will be making an appearance at very soon! But we can't give it all away in the descriptions, listen to hear all the juicy details.
SUPPORT THE SHOW!Subscribe to ourPatreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.
REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
Certified Comic Shop is the official sponsor of the Spec Tales Podcast. Use the code FREECOMIC to receive a free comic book with every purchase.
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created byBartels Creative CoWed, 08 Mar 2023 - 82 - The Return of Newbie Comics and the Most Suspenseful Grail Tale
The man, the myth, the Canadian Joel — AKA Newbie Comics — is back in the studio to chat about his suspenseful grail tale and what comes after acquiring your mountain-top grail. Newbie also happens to be one of the best comic speculators in the business and proves it several times over. Don't miss this extra long episode.
SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.
REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com
Certified Comic Shopis the official sponsor of the Spec Tales Podcast. Use the code FREECOMIC to receive a free comic book with every purchase.
As always — thank you for listening.
Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoWed, 22 Feb 2023 - 81 - Welcome to 2023 and the Hiatus Sandwich
Prepare for the takeover because the break is over! After nearly a 2 month hiatus from the show, Jake and Jesús return to the mics to chat about how they spent their time away and what 2023 has in store. The guys also discuss buying a collection, a listener-submitted grail tale, AND a quick glance at how DC is shaking up the speculation game.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoWed, 08 Feb 2023 - 80 - 2022 Finale — Hoarder's Paradise Listener-Submitted Grail Tale
To close out 2022, we're flying solo without a guest and bringing the heat with one more listener-submitted grail tale for the road. It's a hoarder's paradise of a story about a listener who obtained a storage locker full of collectibles all for a hard day's work. We also discuss some of our favorite comics from the last year. Happy holidays to all! We'll be back at it again every Wednesday very soon.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoWed, 21 Dec 2022 - 79 - W. Maxwell Prince and the Spec Tales Grail Tale of Destiny
Acclaimed comic writer W. Maxwell Prince joins the show to discuss the upcoming re-release of his and Martín Morazzo's series Art Brut. Prince also chats with us about the duos highly successful horror series Ice Cream Man and his unconventional grail tale.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 14 Dec 2022 - 78 - Christof Bogacs and Marie Enger Overdeliver with Under Kingdom
Writer Christof Bogacs and writer/artist Marie Enger join the show to discuss their nostalgia-inducing YA graphic novel UNDER KINGDOM. The conversation bounces from 80's cult classic films to Nickelodeon cartoons — and there are TWO incredibly insightful grail tales, too!
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 07 Dec 2022 - 77 - Josh Trujillo Breaks New Ground with Blue Beetle: Graduation Day
Comic writer Josh Trujillo joins the show to talk all about the new DC series Blue Beetle: Graduation Day and what it means to him to bring his favorite character back to the comic forefront. Josh also breaks out an epic grail tale with some solid comic speculation, too.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 30 Nov 2022 - 76 - Writer Rob Saucedo Talks Where Wolf and Programming for Alamo Drafthouse
Truly, the horror season isn't over yet. Writer and film programmer for Alamo Drafthouse Rob Saucedo joins us to talk about his horror-comedy comic Where Wolf. Rob tells all about how his first comic became the first ever digitally released comic from Fangoria.com. Even Rob's grail tale is centered around the horror genre.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 23 Nov 2022 - 75 - Marvel Editor King Tom Brevoort Talks Trading From Dollar Bin to Fantastic Four #1
Long-time Marvel editor and walking encyclopedia of pure Marvel knowledge Tom Brevoort joins the show to tell his grail tale of trading from dollar bin books all the way up to a Fantastic Four #1 for charity. Tom also answers some burning Marvel questions we have, like, why wasn't the Ultimate Nullifier ever used to stop Galactus?
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coThu, 17 Nov 2022 - 74 - Special Edition — Jake Thomas Discusses The Incal: Psychoverse
This Spec Tales Special Edition episode brings Jake and Jesús face-to-face with Humanoids executive editor Jake Thomas to discuss the newly released The Incal: Psychoverse.
Perfect for first-time Incal readers and long-time fans of the title, Psychoverse acts as a prequel to the very first book by Mœbius and Jodorowsky. This mostly spoiler-free discussion dives deep into the creation and background behind the new book. Thomas also brings along a surprise grail tale that is sure to delight all our regular listeners.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coTue, 15 Nov 2022 - 73 - Ghost Bustin' Us a Grail Tale with Comic Creator James Ferguson
Comic book writer and the editor of Scout Comic's slasher series Killchella, James Ferguson joins the show to break down how his son was almost named Egon Raphael and how he's broken into comic book creation.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 09 Nov 2022 - 72 - Byron O'Neal of Comic Book Yeti on the Comic Con That Changed His Life
This week, Byron O'Neal from the comic review site ComicBookYeti.com joins the show. Together we discuss some of his favorite comic reads, a dream sequence comic con scenario grail tale, and of course comic book speculation.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 02 Nov 2022 - 71 - Special Edition Halloween Special — Horror Movie Homework
Happy Halloween from us at Spec Tales. Since we love this time of year so much, we decided to do a very special edition episode. We are joined by our good friends Rob and Guido from the Dear Watchers podcast and Mario Candelaria, the incredible writer and creator of Scout Comics Killchella. Together we all talk about some horror movie homework we assigned to one another.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coMon, 31 Oct 2022 - 70 - Cliff Chiang Does It All On Catwoman Lonely City
Extraordinary comic book creator Cliff Chiang joins the show to discuss the epic conclusion to his 4-part mini-series Catwoman Lonely City. Cliff also shares a kick-ass grail tale about his one-of-a-kind comic grail.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 26 Oct 2022 - 69 - MCU Writer Ryan Little Discusses His New Fantasy Comic Make Believe
Marvel Cinematic Universe writer Ryan Little (I am Groot, What If...season 2) joins the show to discuss how he came up in the entertainment industry and how he moonlights as a comic writer. We jump head first into Make Believe, Ryan's latest comic creation, and the project's Kickstarter campaign. Of course, we could let Ryan leave before he dropped some extra juicy comic book speculation.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 19 Oct 2022 - 68 - The Comic Collector Who Only Brought Cheese & Keys to the Table
Instagram and Whatnot comic collector Ben from Cheese & Key Comics joins the show to discuss a recent 11,000 book collection he recently acquired and a pre-code horror grail tale journey he embarked on at the beginning of 2022.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 12 Oct 2022 - 67 - Floppies Episode 2 — Spec Amigos Fantasy Comic Book League
Floppies is a "shape-shifting" show that we share every month with our dedicated patrons. This special preview gives you a listen into some of the crazy things we have going on over on Patreon.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 05 Oct 2022 - 66 - Killchella Creator Mario Candelaria with Special Guest James Ferguson
Comic writer and all-around nerd Mario Candelaria joins us this week to discuss his new Scout Comics horror series Killchella. We're also joined by special guest and Killchella editor James Ferguson. Together, we dive into the depths of their slasher delight series that drops October 5th.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 28 Sep 2022 - 65 - Invasion of The Oblivion Bar Body Snatchers — A Podcast Crossover Event
This week, Chris Hacker and Aaron Knowles from the Oblivion Bar podcast join the show to throw down an epic competition of who can outdo who for recent pickups, speculation, and even a grail tale vs grail tale showdown. Don't miss out on the fun.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 21 Sep 2022 - 64 - Special Edition: André Lima Araújo Discusses Phenomena
Spec Tales Special Edition is a new bonus episode series of Spec Tales devoted to book reviews, creator conversations, and returning guests who've already told their grail tales.
Good friend of the show and fantastic artist André Lima Araújo sits down with us to discuss his new graphic novel Phenomena. Written by Brian Michael Bendis with art by André, this book takes readers on a mesmerizing journey.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coFri, 16 Sep 2022 - 63 - The Listener Submitted Grail Tale Extravaganza!
This week, Jake and Jesús do their first "old school" episode of season two. The guys go solo with listener-submitted recent pickups and grail tales! Oh yeah, and there are a couple of very deep-cut spec books too.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 14 Sep 2022 - 62 - In Brightest Day, In Blackest Night — Nathalie Chavez the Comix Queen Tells Her Grail Tale
This week, Nathalie Chavez the Comix Queen joins us to talk about her experience speaking on a panel at San Diego Comic-Con and why her grail tale has everybody green with envy.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 07 Sep 2022 - 61 - Eisner Winner and Creepy Magazine Owner Dan Braun Talks Grails
Friend of the show, Eisner winner and Creepy Magazine owner Dan Braun joins Jake and Jesús to offer up several knockout grail tales and speculation books. Don't miss out on listening to one of the most interesting men in comics tell his tales.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 31 Aug 2022 - 60 - Dear Watchers Comic Podcast Crossover Episode!
Rob and Guido from the incredibly entertaining comic omniverse podcast Dear Watchers join the show to discuss their late-night epic grail tales and a comic collection of over 22K books! Oh, and Guido is locked in with another "guaranteed" comic speculation.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — www.bartelscreative.coWed, 24 Aug 2022 - 59 - The 20th Century Man Deniz Camp and His Alan Moore Grail Tale
Comic writer Deniz Camp joins the show to discuss his latest works 20th Century Men and Agent of W.0.R.L.D.E. — along with one of the most Alan Moore grail tale stories there could be. You'll also learn all about the art of being a mother hen, the group's universal love of Deadwood, and three spec books worth your dollars.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — bartelscreative.coWed, 17 Aug 2022 - 58 - Michael Moreci — The Barbaric Creator with a Taste for Blood
To kick off season two of Spec Tales, Jake and Jesús invite Michael Moreci to discuss the monumental success of his Vault Comics series Barbaric and the recent release of his first film, the Shudder original Revealer.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co — bartelscreative.coWed, 10 Aug 2022 - 57 - King-Size Giveaway Winners Announced
Tune into this special episode to hear the winners of our King-Sized Giveaway announced and to learn what guest will be kicking off season two of Spec Tales launching Wednesday, August 10th.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoWed, 03 Aug 2022 - 56 - King-Size Annual — Celebrating 1-Year with A Giveaway
Spec Tales is celebrating our first birthday — and you're reaping all the benefits. We're joined this episode by our good friends Guido from the Dear Watchers podcast, Cookie from Just A Little Podcast, Jessika from the Ten Cent Takes podcast, Adrian from Actual Dracula on YouTube, and Aaron from Red Viking Comics. Listen to learn all about the giveaway and the secret word! Be sure to message us with the secret word on Instagram, Twitter, or Gmail by Noon CST on Tuesday, August 2nd.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the showWed, 27 Jul 2022 - 55 - Floppies Episode 1— Shipwrecked
As we prepare for the big King-Size Annual episode to celebrate our first year of existence, we've decided to share the first full episode of our Patreon exclusive series Floppies with all the Spec Tales listeners. This episode was originally released in March of 2022 and is full of grade-school-level humor, but we think you'll enjoy it just the same. Along with Chris Vancouver Comic Junkie and Joel from Newbie Comics, we play a comic book elimination on a deserted island. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 20 Jul 2022 - 54 - Jordan Patrick Finn Throws Down The Colorist Gauntlet
Award-winning comic writer and host of the Creators on Comics podcast, Jordan Patrick Finn joins us to share TWO certified grail tales and a colorist challenge that we're taking not sleeping on. Jordan even digs deep on a low-key great spec. Jordan's Website LinkJordan's Twitter LinkSUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 13 Jul 2022 - 53 - Jarred Luján and the Texas Grail of Power — DC Milestone Initiative Edition
Comic writer, Texan, and recent selection for the inaugural class of the DC Milestone Initiative Jarred Luján joins the show to discuss his grail roots and how the DC is already changing his life. He also dives into his up-and-coming sci-fi indie series Crash & Troy. Dig in! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 - 52 - Episode 50 with Spec Tale's First Kickstarter Creator Dustin Nelson
This week, writer and comic book creator Dustin Nelson joins us to discuss his journey as a writer for publications like Thrillist, Rolling Stone magazine, and Sports Illustrated. His latest venture, however, is into the world of comic books. Dustin tells us all about his Kickstarter campaign and the comic grails that inspired him. Click here for Dustin's Kickstarter Campaign
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the showWed, 29 Jun 2022 - 51 - Sock Drawers and Whiz Comics — Our Oldest Comic Book Grail Tale
This week, we're sharing a coveted listener-submitted grail tale, but not just any grail tale, this one covers the absolute oldest grail we've featured yet! We also drop a few clues on how we intend to celebrate some podcast milestones we've got coming up. And you know we couldn't forget some groundbreaking comic speculation too. You're going to love it. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 22 Jun 2022 - 50 - NerdSync and the Great Infinity Gauntlet Grail Tale Mystery
Host of NerdSync on YouTube and all-around geektastic dude Scott Niswander joins us to discuss his most prized collectible possession. We also talk a LOT about Scooby-Doo, too. This extra-long episode is jam-packed with everything from mind-blowing recent pickups to some ultra-rare and overlooked silver-age Marvel speculation. Also, we laugh a lot. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us.As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 15 Jun 2022 - 49 - Checking In On 2022 Grail Goals — Blakk Crown Comics Joins Spec Tales
Nearly six months after he joined us for our Giant Size New Year's Special, our friend BC from Blakk Crown Comics and Comic Kingpins on YouTube comes back to update us on how he's coming with his 2022 comic grail goals. We can guarantee, that after you hear this grail tale, you are going to be HUNGRY. We've also got some killer speculation going on this week too — don't miss it!SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 08 Jun 2022 - 48 - The King Of After Dark Comic Sales — Black Market Comics Talks Selling Grails
Instagram comicprenuer Henry from Black Market Comics joins us this week to discuss the joy he gets from helping others find their grail books and about how he hobbies his way. And of course, we wouldn't forget about a little comic speculation, too! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us.As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 01 Jun 2022 - 47 - Jenna Anderson From ComicBook.com Discusses her Jean Jacket Grail Tale
Host of the Phase Zero comic podcast and staff writer for ComicBook.com, Jenna Anderson joins us this week to discuss MULTIPLE grails, how she came to be working at ComicBook.com, and even some DC speculation books. Go ahead — click play. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 25 May 2022 - 46 - A Secret Comic Book Compound and A Monster DC Grail
This week, Paul Cooke from Sector 2815 on YouTube joins us to discuss how he managed to accumulate a comic collection of more than thirty thousand books, including a DC grail that completed his entire run of every Justice League of America book ever printed...(wow). SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 18 May 2022 - 45 - Good Humans and a Timely Comic Book Grail Tale
We're bringing back an OG formula for episode 43 of Spec Tales with a listener-submitted grail tale and some mild spoiler conversation for Dr. Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. We also take an opportunity to thank some of the most wonderful humans in the podcasting world. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 11 May 2022 - 44 - Comic Podcast Crossover Event: Comic Book Keepers Gets Barbaric
Our comic podcast universe friend Lance from Comic Book Keepers joins us this week to discuss his absolute "jugger-naughty" grail tale and a smorgasbord of books everybody should be reading. Whether you're a reader or a flipper, this episode has something for everybody! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 04 May 2022 - 43 - Comics, Los Angeles and The Guardians of Justice — Adi Shankar Takes Over Spec Tales
Hollywood movie and television producer Adi Shankar joins this episode to discuss how comic books and pop culture from his youth have shaped his career in the entertainment industry. This one truly is a deep dive into the mind of a creator. Click. Play. Now. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us.As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 27 Apr 2022 - 42 - Double A Comics Shows Us His Calendar Man — A DC Grail Tale Like No Other
Aaron from Double A Comics on Instagram and YouTube joins this week's episode of Spec Tales to defend DC Comics and show off his silver-age DC grail tale! Jake and Jesús also hash out just who is deserving of a sternly worded letter over some of their speculation choices. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us.As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 20 Apr 2022 - 41 - The Legendary Erik Larsen Talks Savage Dragon, Ant and His Marvelous Grail Tale
This week, we're joined by Image Comics co-founder and legendary comic creator Erik Larsen! Erik shares rebuilding his childhood comic collection after a tragic house fire in the 90's, and he even discusses not one but TWO comic grails! And of course, we also cover some Savage Dragon speculation. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 13 Apr 2022 - 40 - Rummage Sales and Grail Tales — Pretty Nerdy Adriana Delivers the Goods
YouTuber and Instagram collector Adriana joins Spec Tales this week to deliver a jackpot grail tale that'll have you reconsidering the amount of time you're spending in church basements. We've also got plenty of X-Men and Spider-Man speculation to go around. Just open your hear holes and pour this in! SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com.If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 06 Apr 2022 - 39 - Floppies — Spec Tales Patreon Preview
The Spec Tales Patreon page is live! Here's your sneak preview of our Patreon exclusive series Floppies.To learn more about the Spec Tales Patreon or to subscribe, click HERE or head over to Patreon.com and search for Spec Tales Podcast. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Tue, 05 Apr 2022 - 38 - Writer & Artist Tim Seeley — Master of the Grail Tale Universe
By the power of Grayskull! The incredibly talented Tim Seeley joins this episode of Spec Tales to discus his He-Man sized comic book grail. We also discuss the absolute PILE of books that he's churning out, like West of Sundown, Chronophage,Gweniverse, Robins, and Hack/Slash just to name a few. Tim even answers a special question direct from Mark Waid. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 30 Mar 2022 - 37 - A Grail Tale Worth its Weight In Viper Venom — Actual Dracula Joins Spec Tales
YouTuber and avid comic collector Actual Dracula joins Jake and Jesús this week to deliver one of the stranger grail tales we've ever heard. Plenty of laughs to go around in this one and Michael Caine makes a surprise cameo appearance, too. Just click play already!SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 23 Mar 2022 - 36 - New Gold Key Comics Co-Owner Lance Linderman Joins Spec Tales
This week, Jake and Jesús are joined by Lance Linderman, one of the proud new owners of Gold Key Comics. Lance weaves multiple grail-tale level stories that are sure to leave your jaw on the floor. Including, the story of how he traded his holy grail to gain ownership of Gold Key Comics. And don't think for one second we let Lance get away without dropping some exclusive Gold Key speculation information. Don't miss this one. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 16 Mar 2022 - 35 - Comic Tropes and a Great White Whale— YouTuber Chris Piers Joins Spec Tales
YouTuber Chris Piers from Comic Tropes joins Jake and Jesús to discuss his "great white" whale of a grail tale, a little too much Jim Shooter history, and even some comic speculation (of course). We also do our very first Scärce Army role call!SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comIf you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoSupport the show
Wed, 09 Mar 2022 - 34 - Mark Waid Chats World's Finest, Humanoids and Drops A Superman Size Grail Tale
This week, Mark "Man of Steel" Waid joins the show to discuss taking on Batman and Superman in World's Finest, what's new over at Humanoids, and he even drops a crazy good grail tale. Perhaps the most interesting thing, however, is the HUGE speculation news Mark reveals. Do not miss this one, folks.
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Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative CoWed, 02 Mar 2022 - 33 - Floppies — Spec Tales Patreon Preview
Spec Tales is launching a Patreon and here's your sneak preview of our Patreon exclusive series Floppies. To learn more about the Spec Tales Patreon or to subscribe, click HERE or head over to Patreon.com and search for Spec Tales Podcast. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Tue, 01 Mar 2022 - 32 - Barry Allen and Bruce Banner Walk Into A Barn —The Silver Age Grail Tale That Changed A Collector's Life
Chris Donaldson (aka Vancouver Comic Junkie) is back again to finally share what can only be described as the funniest, most head-turning, nail-biting, and valuable grail tale we've ever collected. You're going to say you don't believe it, but Chris has the proof! REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com WE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 23 Feb 2022 - 31 - The Comic Podcast Crossover Event of the Year: Ten Cent Takes Invades!
For the first time ever, another comic podcast crosses over into the Spec Tales universe. Mike and Jessika from Ten Cent Takes join Jake and Jesús to discuss their strange and fascinating recent pickups, two distinctly unique grail tales AND and a healthy conversation on the potential pitfalls of the speculation market. You can find Ten Cent Takes on Twitter and Instagram. Books mentioned by Jessika and Mike:Zero Hour: Crisis in time #1; Gold Ashcan Variant (DC 1994)Elvira's House of Mystery #1 (DC 1986)Sonic the Hedgehog #0 (Archie 1993)Unit:E; New York Comic Con 2011 Exclusive (Hasbro 2011)REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 16 Feb 2022 - 30 - 30 For Our 30th — Trading Over $30,000 Worth of Star Wars Toys for Six Comic Book Grails
For the 30th episode, Jake and Jesús bust out a blockbuster-level, listener-submitted grail tale involving mega key comics from the silver age through the modern age. The guys also break down a recently hot NCBD issue that some flippers are taking advantage of. Don't miss the biggest grail tale ever featured on Spec Tales. Our listener-submitted grail tale was submitted by @compoundcollection — follow him!Check out the Dear Watchers podcast after you listen to this episode for more comic knowledge. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 09 Feb 2022 - 29 - Proof That Bears are Attracted to Silver-Age Comic Book Keys Slathered In Speculation Honey
The time has finally arrived, the long-awaited Journey Into Mystery Annual #1 tale is here. With the help of their faithful friend and presser Taco, the guys describe their speculation journey from identifying what books to purchase through the pressing and grading process. Warning, this episode contains multiple bears and should not be consumed by those allergic to bears or incredible Silver age comic book grail tales. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 02 Feb 2022 - 28 - Rafael Albuquerque Talks American Vampire and How Frank Miller Inspires His Artwork
Co-Creator of American Vampire and comic artist/creator of so many other titles, Rafael Albuquerque joins Jake and Jesús to discuss some of his most notable works, the artists that inspire him, and what he's got coming up in 2022. Links to books/comics mentioned by Rafael on this episode:Asterios Polyp by David MazzucchelliAsterix by René Goscinny and Albert UderzoThe Dark Knight Returns by Frank MillerREACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 26 Jan 2022 - 27 - Cover Artist David Sanchez Discusses His Tupac Cover and A Classic Silver-Age Grail Tale
Jake & Jesús are joined by comic book cover artist David Sanchez to discuss the plethora of ridiculously awesome variant covers he's created during his first few years in the industry. David also drops a spiderific silver-age grail tale that has the guys' jaws on the floor. And it wouldn't be an episode of Spec Tales without some juicy comic speculations, too. Listen in for all the goods! REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 19 Jan 2022 - 26 - Get Your Swag On With A Silver-Age Comic Book Grail Tale As Told By Swagglehaus Comics
Jake & Jesús are joined by YouTube comic collector Swagglehaus Comics to discuss the silver-age grail he journeyed all the way to Sacramento to obtain. Swagg and the guys also discuss multiple undervalued silver-age comics that should be on any collector's list before they take off. Another chock-full episode with all you need for your grail and speculation fix. Listen up! REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 12 Jan 2022 - 25 - Giant-Size New Year's Special — Six Comic Collector Guests and One Silver-Age Giveaway
Happy New Year! Thank you to all our listeners for a wonderful 2021, we are looking forward to a very eventful 2022. This week, to celebrate the new year, we have 6 guests on the show to discuss their 2022 comic grail goals. Our guests include, Newbie Comics, Jason from Certified Comic Shop, BC from Blakk Crown Comics, Brian from Taco and Comics, Chris the Vancouver Comic Junkie AND a super special guest you'll have to listen to find out.
GIANT-SIZE GIVEAWAY — January 13th, 2022 we are giving away 5 comic prizes, including a Journey Into Mystery Annual #1. For a chance to win, you must listen to this episode, obtain the secret word (said in the episode) and send us a message on either our Twitter or Instagram pages. That's it, then you're entered!
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As always — thank you for listening.Wed, 05 Jan 2022 - 24 - 2022 Comic Grail Goals and A Giant-Size Silver-Age Comic Book Giveaway
Jake & Jesús discuss their holiday haul from the previous week and also what their comic book goals are for 2022. Have you decided on your 2022 comic goals, yet? The guys also give you all the dirty details about the Giant-Size New Year's Special they're dropping on January 5th, including who's on the guest list and even the reveal of a juicy comic book giveaway. All the information you need heading into the big one. Get some!REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 29 Dec 2021 - 23 - Spec Tales Top 10 Comic Book Collecting and Speculation Moments of 2021
Jake & Jesús are back this week with their first solo show in over a month. The guys take this opportunity to count down their favorite comic book collecting and speculation-related moments from 2021. Don't worry, they still make room for recent pickups and spec talk, too. Don't miss this year-end recap that unveils some never-before-heard grail tales and previews what's to come in the upcoming Giant Size New Year's episode. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listeningSupport the show
Wed, 22 Dec 2021 - 22 - No Roads, All Rage — Selling The Entire X-Men Run Multiple Times Over with Rage Theo
Resident mutant collector and Instagram seller Rage Theo joins Jake & Jesús to discuss why X-Men are his favorite books to collect...and sell. The guys also dig into what grail Rage bought with a large ziplock bag full of cash and more speculation than you can shake a stick at. Just click play! REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 15 Dec 2021 - 21 - Golden Age Grails and Whatnot Tales — Skeleton Key Comics Spills on Being Married with Comic Books
The ridiculously lovable duo, Sammy and Tony of Skeleton Key Comics join Jake & Jesús to chat about their wildly different collecting habits as married collectors. With two times the guests, this episode offers double the recent pickups, double the specs and DOUBLE the Grail Tales. Listen up and you might find your new favorite comic book couple...besides Jake & Jesús, of course. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 08 Dec 2021 - 20 - Alex Child Spills the Tea on Proctor Valley Road and His Comic Book Grail
The guys sit down with Alex Child, co-writer, and creator of BOOM! Studios 1970's monster comic series, Proctor Valley Road. Alex discusses his experience collaborating with Grant Morrison, and he breaks some news on what's next for his young heroines. With plenty of speculation to love and one helluva grail tale, episode 20 is sure to be your new favorite episode. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like you. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 01 Dec 2021 - 19 - André Lima Araújo on A Righteous Thirst for Vengeance and Architecture in His Comic Books
Architect, writer, and artist André Lima Araújo joins Jake and Jesús to discuss his latest collaboration with Rick Remender, A Righteous Thirst for Vengeance. The guys also dive deep into André's sci-fi grail tale — android guts and all! As a bonus, you'll also learn about the benefits of being a multi-lingual reader! Don't miss it.REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 24 Nov 2021 - 18 - Tony Fleecs Talks Stray Dogs, Gen 13, Witch Hat Atelier and Other Grails He Holds Dear
Jake & Jesús are joined this week by Tony Fleecs, the writer and co-creator of the 2021 smash hit Stray Dogs. Tony discusses obtaining his childhood comic book grail, his obsession with Star Wars, and even why working with J. Scott Campbell tops his career bucket list. What are you waiting for? Click play! REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Follow us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 17 Nov 2021 - 17 - Journey Into a Silver-Age Comic Book Grail Tale Deep Fried in Speculation
Jake & Jesús journey into a mysterious user-submitted grail tale that was inspired by Jake's hulk-sized trade from episode 3. In addition, Jake finally picks up his first pre-code horror book, and Jesús brings some bronze-age heat. The guys also deliver some spoiler-free ETERNALS speculation. Don't miss it — click play!REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us what else you want to hear us discuss. Shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comOr you can always find us on Instagram at @spec_tales_podcastWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
Wed, 10 Nov 2021 - 16 - Regie Collects Drops The Mother of All Spider-Man Grail Tales
One of the swolest collectors on the internets, Regie Collects joins Jake and Jesús to discuss how he collected the entire Amazing Spider-Man run AND Amazing Fantasy 15. This episode of Spec Tales has it all: epic grail tales, speculation books galore, and even a little some World Series talk. REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us what else you want to hear us discuss. Shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com.Or you can always find us on Instagram at @spec_tales_podcastWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us.As always — thank you for listening. Support the show
Wed, 03 Nov 2021 - 15 - The Pre-Code Horror Comic Book Grail Tale You've Been Melting For
October goes out with a BOO! Jake & Jesús tell a listener-submitted, pre-code horror comic grail tale to celebrate the end of the Halloween season. The guys also share a short PSA on why scotch tape is an absolute nightmare for comic book covers and Jesús rallies the Scärse Army. All of this and more in the latest episode of Spec Tales.REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us what else you want to hear us discuss. Shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.comOr you can always find us on Instagram at @spec_tales_podcastWE NEED YOUR HELP to keep the Spec Tales momentum going! If you're enjoying what you're listening to, do us a favor and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews make the podcast easier to be found by other grail chasers like us. As always — thank you for listening.Support the show
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