Comic Culture

A Show About Nothing

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Fri, 15 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0000

This week, Chris and Walt talk about... well... nothing. Let us know what you think.

The Return of Richard Comely

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 28 Feb 2024 15:00:00 +0000

This week, Chris and Walt have the creator of Captain Canuck, Mr. Richard Comely on the show. Richard is gearing up for the 50th anniversary of Canada's Captain next year. Let us know what you think of the show!

Love Is In The Air 2024

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Tue, 13 Feb 2024 15:00:00 +0000

This week Walt and Chris invite Skekky to produce their annual Valentine's Day poem. Do you have any Valentine's Day loves? Do you have a poem for us? Let us know!

What’s It Worth?

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 07 Feb 2024 15:00:00 +0000

This week, Chris and Walt discuss what it's like trying to sell comics and who to talk to. Have you ever sold anything? Tell us about it in the comments.

Talkin’ Shop

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 31 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk shop about, well... talkin' shop. How often do you talk about comics with your fellow collectors? Do you have a club you belong to? Let us know in the comments!

A New Year

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 04 Jan 2024 15:00:00 +0000

This week, Chris and Walt talk about what their collecting habits will be like for this coming new year. What are you going to buy this year? What are you planning on doing with your collection? Let us know!

Buyer’s Remorse

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 22 Nov 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Have you ever purchased a comic or collectible that you paid too much for? Have any regrets? Walt and Chris have. That's what they decide to talk about this week. Let us know what you think.

The King is in Session

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Fri, 17 Nov 2023 15:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt have a couple of guest stars for the show. Shekky Feldstein joins to add his two cents. As well, we finally wrangle in the King, Jay Halstead, to talk about the longevity of intellectual properties. Batman and Spider-Man seem to be forever properties. But what about Transformers? G.I. Joe? Have they had their day in the sun? Share your thoughts by commenting.

Shop Talk with the Boys

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 13:00:00 +0000

This week, Walt and Chris host a couple of guys at the warehouse for some talk about comics. Chris decides to hit record and well.... here you go. Let us know what you think of the show.

Canadiana On ICE Collectibles!

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Hey all collectors and loyal listeners! This week Walt and Chris talk a little bit about two events coming up this week: Halloween and the Canadiana Auction on eBay through ICE Collectibles. The duo talks a little about experiences with Halloween and growing up. Then Chris asks Walt about the Canadiana auction highlighting Canadian comic price variants, WECA comics and of course everything in between! Leave your thoughts in the comments. Happy Halloween! Be sure to check out ICE Collectibles on eBay!

Stump the Chump Strikes Back!

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Listen up loyal listeners! Today Chris decided to come up with 12 terrifying questions to test Walt's knowledge of the comic collecting industry. Can you do better than Walt did? Did you keep track of the way Chris kept score? What was your score? Let us know!

Return of Whatcha Collecting

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Fri, 29 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris turns the tables on Walt and starts grilling him about what he is collecting. What DOES go on in the brain that is Walt...? Scary stuff. As always let us know what you think about the show. And what are YOU collecting?

Whatcha Collecting?

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Fri, 22 Sep 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Hey all, today Walt and Chris talk about their own collections. Walt grills Chris about his collections this week. Next week Chris will get back at Walt for all the questions. What are you collecting these days? Do you have any insight into what will be hot in the next while? Let us know in the comments!

Mint Troll Origin

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 31 Aug 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Here's a recent show we somehow didn't upload! In this episode Chris and Walt try to peg the origins of us trying to keep our books minty mint. When did this obsession start.

Please let us know what you thought of the show: just add your comments in the comments field provided below. All we ask is that you keep the discourse civil.

You much of a mint troll? Picky?

Are We On?

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Tue, 29 Aug 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week the boys start back up off their summer hiatus: they discuss the joys and the pitfalls of moonshine and find a little time to talk comics too.

Please let us know what you thought of the show, kindly leave a comment in the comments field provided below. All we ask is that you keep things civil.

We hope everyone had a great summer, time to jump back into the grind.

Also, a quick shout out to my pals Steve Bynoe and Vaughn Joseph. I was supposed to meet up with them at last week's Fan Expo but I didn't end up going. We wanted to meet up to talk about their new project they've thrown a Kickstarter together for. If you have time check out their offering here.

Chris Talks Apps

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 28 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris tells Walt all about this cool app Chris uses to help him in his comic book collecting, Walt seems a little lost at first but he comes around after hearing the benefits of these apps.

Please let us know what you thought of today's show. Just leave a comment in the comments field provided; all we ask it that you keep things civil.

Do you use an app to manage your collection?

Chris’ Niagara Con Report

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Fri, 16 Jun 2023 21:00:00 +0000

Last week Chris went to the Niagara Falls Comic Con. Walt didn't go and has a thousand questions about the con. Listen in and get Chris' full report of his first show of the year.

Please let us know what you thought of the show, just leave your comments in the comments field provided below, all we ask is that you keep things friendly and civil.

Have you attended any cons so far this year? Please share your thoughts and insights.

Walt’s Comic Con Blues

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris tries figure out why Walt isn't doing any comic cons this year. Chris pokes, he prods, he reasons, he makes tons of good arguments for setting up at cons. The question is, will Walt listen? The show is made even better by special guest, the great Shekky Feldstein.

Please let us know what you thought of the show by leaving a comment. All we ask is that you keep things civil.

Anybody going to set up at a show this year and try to sell some excess stock?

Pep Rally

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 25 May 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt hold a big pep rally for comic book collecting. The boys brought their positive attitudes and sunny dispositions with them for this pep rally, Chris even brought his pom poms.

Please let us know what you thought of the show. We encourage you to add comments in the comments section provided below; all we ask is that you keep things civil.

Well? Can you contribute to this pep rally?

Collecting Artists

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 18 May 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about how to collect artists. Do you stay with comics or add portfolios, artist editions, prints, original art? Collecting artists can really add layers to anyone's collection.

Please let us know what you thought of today's show. Add your comments in the comments field provided below; all we ask is that you keep things civil.

Do you collect certain artists? Do you add non comic items?

Drug Testing

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Fri, 05 May 2023 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris tries once more to... Stump the Chump. How will Walt fare this time? Considering his perfect score the last time maybe we should call this episode... Stump the Champ!

Please let us know what you thought of the show. Add your comments in the comments field, all we ask is that you keep things civil.

So? How did you do?

Hosers Unite! The Canadiana Auction

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 03 May 2023 14:00:00 +0000

We'll be posting our regular show this coming Friday morning. Today we'd like to post a special time-sensitive PSA insert Comic Culture episode to allow Chris and Walt to discuss the upcoming Canadiana auction hosted by icecollectibles on their eBay platform.

The Auction starts May 19th and ends Monday, May 29th.

We are accepting consignments until May 12th: visit icecollectibles.com for contact information.

We'll post our regular weekly Comic Culture Episode this Friday.

Post Covid Blues

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 26 Apr 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Chris and Walt are back with a vengeance, tackling the tough questions around what to do with all those investment comics we've bought up over the past couple of years, you know, the ones we paid way too much for.

Please let us know what you thought of the show: leave your comments below this post. All we ask is that you keep things civil.

Do you have any comics you bought at what now seems a steep price over these past couple of years?

Love is in the air

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 15:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt are joined by Shekky as the three amigos convene for their annual Valentine's Day Poem Off. We can honestly say, with no hyperbole, that this was the worst set of poems we've ever read on air, but hey, there's always next year.

Please let us know what you thought of this week's show and of the poems; tell it to us straight, we can take it. Please leave your comment in the comments field provided below. Feel free to finger-snap clap at the end of each poem...

Yeah, so it's easy to sit there and critique our art. Why don't you give it a try: feel free to write your poems out in the comments field below.

Kickstart My Heart

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 02 Feb 2023 15:00:00 +0000

This week Chris wanted to explore in depth Walt's comments about Kickstarter in his latest blog. Chris is well-versed in the crowdfunding scene and gives us some perspective.

Please let us know what you think of the show by adding a comment in the comments field below; all we ask is that you keep things civil.

Have you ever bought anything through Kickstarter?

Snobs

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 19 Jan 2023 15:00:00 +0000

This week Chris accuses Walt of being a comic book snob. Walk takes offence. Will the boys come to blows or will they work things out: tune in to find out.

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Are you a comic book snob?

Reading the Tea Bags

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Fri, 13 Jan 2023 15:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt dust off the old crystal balls, break out the tea bags and try to look ahead to see what the year 2023 will bring to the comic book collecting hobby.

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So, what will 2023 bring to the hobby?

What a Year

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 15:00:00 +0000

Happy new year folks! Chris and Walt start 2023 off with a review of 2022. The boys try to make sense of what turned out to be a crazy year.

Please let us know what you thought of the show: leave your comment in the comments field provided below. All we ask is that you keep things civil.

What sticks out the most for you from 2022?

Influencers

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 24 Nov 2022 15:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt explore the things that can influence us in our collecting of comic books.

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What influences your comic book collecting?

Con Report

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 17 Nov 2022 15:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt discuss Walt's trip to the big sports card show in Toronto. The boys explore some of the differences and similarities between comic and card shows.

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What are some of the differences between "comic guys" and "card guys"?

Two The Hard Way

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk a little Spider-Man, a little Captain America, a little Seka, a little Luke Cage, a little Emily Blunt and a little about a whole bunch of other things.

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Who is your favourite female superhero?

Are We Missing Something

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 27 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt continue to explore the appeal of comics with partial or no covers. How do the boys feel about books like these? Tune in and find out.

We'd love to know what you thought of the show: please leave us a comment in the comments field provided below. All we ask is that you keep things civil.

Do you own any coverless comics or comics with most of the cover missing?

The Warehouse!

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 20 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris calls Walt out on what the heck he's doing with the comics, toys and all kinds of other stuff in the warehouse Walt rented a couple of years ago.

Please let us know what you thought of this week's show. Leave your comments in the comments field provided below; all we ask is that you keep things civil.

Any advice for Walt?

Oskee Wee Wee

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 13 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt promote the great city of Hamilton, Ontario and its rich history as a comic book collecting hub.

Please let us know what you thought of the show: leave us a comment, we just ask that you keep things civil.

Do you have any history of hunting down comics in Hamilton?

Who Will Our Kids Like

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 06 Oct 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt tackle the tough question of which superheroes will be in favour a generation from now, and which issues are best to scoop up.

Please let us know what you thought of this week's show via a comment. All we ask is that you keep things civil.

Who will the heroes of the future be?

Stump the Chumps

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt welcome the great Shekky Feldstein back to the show. They also welcome comic fan extraordinaire Sammy Russell. Chris tries to Stump the Chumps by asking them tough, tough questions on comic strips.

Please let us know what you thought of the show: leave us a comment in the comments field provided below. All we ask is that you keep things civil.

So? How did you do on the quiz? Champ or Chump?

Marvel Versus DC

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt tackle the subject of Marvel versus DC. The boys are reacting to the discussion in last week's post's comments field about DC readers being smarter than Marvel readers.

So? What did you think of this week's show? Please let us know your thoughts in the comments field provided; all we ask is that you keep things civil.

Did we get it right by eras?

Tres Hombres

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 14 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Shekky joins Chris and Walt and helps them dive a little deeper into what post-pandemic cons are and perhaps what they should have or could have been.

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What changes can you see coming for post-pandemic cons?

Fan Expo – A Week Later

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Tue, 06 Sep 2022 14:00:00 +0000

Here's a recording of Chris and Walt driving home from the Fan Expo Comic Con in Toronto. They just ate some chicken wings and jumped back into the van and hit record as they drove back to the shop for some tough unloading.

Please let us know what you thought of the show. Just leave a comment in the comments field; all that we ask is that you keep things civil.

Did you attend Fan Expo? What were your thoughts?

Group of Circles

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 22 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt explore the brave new world of local comic book clubs; the grassroots gathering of fans that like to talk comics, trade stories and maybe even trade books.

Please let us know what you thought of the show: leave a comment in the comments field. All we ask is that you keep things civil.

Do you belong to a comic book club?

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Auction Highlights

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 16 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about the the Canadiana Auction that just ended last week. They try to break down the ins and outs of the collectibility of Canadiana pop culture.

Please let us know what you thought of the show, just leave a comment in the comments field provided below, all we ask is that you keep things civil.

We'd love to hear your thoughts on Canadiana pop culture.

What Are You Collecting

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt welcome back Shekky Feldstein and together the boys wax a little nostalgic and talk a little about their current collecting strains.

Please let us know what you thought of the show:, leave your comments below.

What are you collecting? Add anything new to the mix?

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Who Came First?

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 01 Jun 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt welcome back the great Shekky Feldstein. Walt puts Chris and Shekky to the test when he quizzes them on - Who Came First?

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Let us know how you did.

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Neal Adams

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 05 May 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt take a bit of time to pay tribute to the great Neal Adams and they quickly try to promote Free Comic Book Day that is happening this weekend.

Please let us know what you thought of the show. Just leave a comment in the comment field provided: all we ask is that you keep it clean.

Please share your thought on Neal Adams, what's your favourite cover, run?

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Now That’s Funny

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 06 Apr 2022 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt explore the place for humour in comics: they discuss which characters do humour right and which characters should just keep their day jobs.

Please let us know what you thought of the show: just leave a comment, and as always, we ask you to keep it civil.

Which superhero tickles your funny bone?

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Let’s Sort This Out

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 23 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

This Week Chris and Walt talk about how best to sort one's collection: it sounds a lot simpler than it turns out to be. Don't believe us? Have a listen to poor Chris lament as to how to get it done!

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Are you an Alpha-Numeric type?

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Richard Comely

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 16 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt welcome Captain Canuck creator Richard Comely for some reminiscing fun. Richard takes us way back to Winnipeg in the days before he started Captain Canuck.

Please let us know what you thought of the show: just leave us a comment, all we ask is that you keep it clean and civil.

Any Captain Canuck fans out there?

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What’s Worth More?

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 09 Mar 2022 15:41:50 +0000

This week Walt tests Chris on comic book values: will Chris know which of the two comics Walt gives Chris is worth more according to the price guide?

Please let us know what you thought of the show by leaving us a comment, and please keep it civil.

So do you know which comic is worth more?

The Spectrum

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 02 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about the two polar worlds within the comic collecting hobby: the pure collectors and the pure speculators and the fact that most of us fall somewhere in between.

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Where are you along the collecting spectrum? Do you speculate, do you grade books, or do you just collect the raws?

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The Local Comic Shop

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 23 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt are joined by Dave Campbell who runs the Big B Comics shops in Hamilton and Niagara Falls Ontario. The boys talk about the current state of the local comic shops, they also look forward and discuss what the shops can do to engage more comic book fans.

Please let us know what you thought of the show by leaving a comment in the comments field. As always we ask you to keep it civil.

How's your local shop doing?

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Jumping Back In

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 16 Feb 2022 16:30:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about going back to setting up at comic conventions. It's a big step after two and a half years away; the boys talk about what to expect.

Please let us know what you thought of the show in the comments field: all we ask is that you keep things civil.

Are you excited about heading back to full capacity cons this year? We know some of you had access to them last year as well but now we are entering into that ability for all.

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Valentine

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 09 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Chris and Walt wish everyone a happy Valentine's: the boys hope everyone loves and is loved.

This week the annual Valentine's poem off goes down and as you'll soon find out, it wasn't pretty. Perhaps an E for effort should be given to the fellas for their valiant efforts.

Please let us know what you thought of the show in the comments field, and please keep things civil.

Do you have a Valentine's poem? If you do please share.

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What A Chump

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 02 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris tries to stump Walt with some very difficult comic book trivia questions. Walt, like the champ that he is, flies through them with ease.

Please let us know what you thought of the show: just leave a comment in the comments field and please keep things civil.

How did you do? Are you a champ or a chump?

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2022 Superhero Films

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 26 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt welcome show producer Shekky Feldstein to discuss the superhero films due to be released in 2022.

Please let us know what you thought of this week's show. Feel free to leave a comment in the comments field below, all we ask is that you keep it civil.

Which film are you looking forward to the most?

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Looking Forward In 2022

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk a bit about what to expect in 2022. What will the comic book market look like this year? Listen in and see what the boys have to say.

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Any predictions for 2022?

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Traditions

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 22 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk Christmas and comics and how they get along. The boys explore their Christmas traditions related to comic books.

Please let us know what you thought of the show in the comments field below, and in the spirit of the season, we know you'll try hard to keep it civil.

Do you have any Christmas comic book traditions?

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A Small Gift

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 15 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

This week the boys do a little daydreaming and imagine how they would spend one million dollars if someone gifted them the money to spend only on comic books, and they had only three months to spend it.

Please let us know what you thought of the show by leaving a comment in the comments field below and, as always, we ask you to keep things civil.

How would you spend the money?

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Where We At?

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 08 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Today Chris and Walt talk about where they are in their comic book collecting journey. The boys talk about the difficulties in choosing what to let go of, what to keep, what to pick up next and all the other considerations that we have to deal with when collecting comics.

Please let us know what you thought of the show; scroll down and leave us a comment in the comments field, just be sure to keep it polite and civil.

Where are you in your collecting journey and how do you deal with not being able to get everything you want?

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CGC and Collecting

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

According to one of Chris' comic buddies CGC has ruined it for the collectors. Walt of course disagrees. Tune in to hear what the fellas have to say about CGC and comic book collecting.

Please let us know what you thought of this weeks show and feel free to add a comment in the comments field below. All we ask is that you keep it civil.

We know CGC has changed the way many of us collect but has it been for the better or the worse?

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Team Work

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 24 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about teams, what makes a good comic book team, why do some teams work and other teams not? The boys explore the world of comic book teams.

Please let us know what you thought of the show. Leave us a comment in the comments field below and please let's keep the comments clean and civil.

What's your favourite team? Which characters are the best team member?

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The Time is Now

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

A day late but hey, you can't rush greatness...

This week Chris and Walt let the cat out of the bag and talk DC's rising stock in the back issue markets.

Please let us know what you thought of the show, I'll let you leave a comment in the comments field below if you promise to keep it civil.

So? Are you looking to buy some DCs?

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The Industry

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 10 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt really do bite off more than they can chew by trying to have a look at the state of the whole comic book industry, from top to bottom.

Please let us know what you thought of the show and please feel free to leave a comment in the comment field below, as always let's please try to keep things civil.

Have you noticed structural changes in the industry? How have your habits and perspectives changed?

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Who’s the Real Chump?

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 03 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris puts Walt through a tough session of Stump The Chump. Walt knows his stuff so you'd expect him to do really well on comic trivia. How'd he do? Have a listen and find out...

Please let us know what you thought of the show by adding a comment in the comments field below and please, please let's keep it civil.

So how did you do?

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Important Comic Books

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 27 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about comic books that have been very important over the history of the medium.

Please let us know what you thought of the show and don't be afraid to leave a comment down in the comments field just please keep it civil.

Which books did we leave out?

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Covers

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about how covers can possibly help entice more people to pick up a new comic and read it.

Please let us know what you thought of the show, leave your comments in the comments field below and as always let's please keep it civil.

Do you read new comics? Will you try a new comic to read if a cover grabs your attention?

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D Listers

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 13 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt are joined by a long-time fan of the show John Bitterman. John was a good sport and endured a lot, sitting between the boys and chiming in it seemed always at the right time.

Please let us know what you thought of this week's show by adding your comments to the comments field below, and please let's all keep it civil.

Is Green Lantern an A-list character? Is Silver Surfer?

Comic Shops Part 2

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 06 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week we offer the second part of the boys discussing comic book shops.

Please let us know what you thought of the show in the comments field below and as always please let's keep things civil.

And please go out and support your local comic book shop.

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Comic Shops Part 1

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 29 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt start their talk about what makes a good local comic book shop.

Please let us know what you thought of this week's show, please leave your comments in the space provided below, and as always please keep it civil.

How's your local comic book shop? Are they stocking up on second-hand goods and collectibles?

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Undervalued Spotlight Review

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris gives Walt the gears by randomly (so Chris says) digging out 10 old Undervalued Spotlights.

Please let us know what you thought of the show and feel free to leave a comment below, as always let's keep things civil.

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What’s Your Favourite Comic Ever?

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 15 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

The boys had a topic all picked out for this week, things were moving along fine until Chris asks Walt a question, almost a half-hour later the boys realize they haven't started on the main topic yet! Next time.

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What's your favourite single issue of all time and why?

These Things Just Don’t Come Around

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 08 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This show is actually from a few weeks back and I had this nagging feeling we posted it but I just checked the shows back into the spring and we should be good to go. Because we recorded a few weeks back at moments we may sound a bit behind the times but I really like the core premise of the show which is about knowing when not to walk away from something, when to just shut up and pony up.

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Have you ever walked away not buying something and it bugged you on the ride home and it even bugs you to this day?

Top 25 Bronze Age Books

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

We noticed the batteries died while doing Amazing Spider-Man #129 so you'll get two takes on the same book (if anything, it does show that we don't rehash dialogue, nothing but improve from my pal Chris and I).

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Did we get it right? Did you have more sells? More buys?

Casey Parsons

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 25 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week comic book artist Casey Parsons drops by to chat about comics and what it's like pursuing the goal of becoming a comic book artist.

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Also, check out some Casey info below the audio link.

Instagram: @caseyarts77 Facebook: @caseyparsonsart

https://www.kirbyscomicart.com/casey-parsons

Humble beginnings; I drew all the time and loved comics, here when I was 16 yrs old I was making and printing and selling my own comic, "Q". It was drawn comic-sized, and all about trying to draw like the image and marvel guys with a pretty shallow action story.

After getting the comic shop Comic 1 Books in Stoney Creek, I got back into comics, first doing this sample "Alien Sky" for FanExpo in 2014, story by David Scacchi. He ended up redoing the story and drawing his own book later. Not long after was the time doing Blood Moon with Marty Birthelmer.

And some recent works; the local GTA group passion project Cauldron magazine and some variant covers I've done. I've done work for DC, Image, Aftershock, Sourcepoint Press and most recent for Scout comics.

Comic Hunting

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 18 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about the art of hunting for comics, in the old days it was ads in the papers, these days it's online. But today, just like back then, getting out and about is still a tried and true comic hunting strategy.

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What's a successful comic hunting strategy for you?

Collecting Titles

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 11 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about the futility of collecting titles through the ages.

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Do you collect the whole title? Through all the eras?

Chris Who?

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 04 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week the boys try something offbeat and go off on a bit of a tangent, Walt tries to figure out just who his co-host is. Walt asks Chris a few telling questions, let's see what Chris is all about.

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Did your answers compare to Chris'?

Give me a C

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris tries to stump Walt on some comic book related tunes. Let's see how Walt does.

Please excuse the sound at times, Chris had the speaker a bit too close to the mic.

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Also, how did you do on the test?

Top 50 Silver Age Books

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 21 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt do a hard-core comic collector's show, they tackle the Overstreet Price Guide's Top 50 Silver Age books and decide whether they are a buy or a sell.

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Do you disagree with some of our calls?

It’s All Marvel

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 14 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt are joined by long-time Comic Culture producer Shekky Feldstein and someone new to the show Cigarello Jameson, co-host from the Cigar Dungeon Podcast. The fellas try to figure out why the comic collecting market is all about Marvel right now.

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Also, why do you think Marvels are the most collected back issues?

At a Theatre Near You

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 30 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk movies. It's been a long time since we've collectively gone out and enjoyed superhero movies. This week the boys run down a list of movies coming soon to a theatre near you and give you their thoughts on the prospects of these films.

Please let us know what you thought of the show in the comments filed below, as always please keep it civil.

We'd love to hear the movies that you are most looking forward to.

I’ll Start You Off With An Easy One

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 23 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris Owen tries to see just how smart Walt is with all things comics with another segment of our famous "Stump the Chump" bit.

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So? How did you guys do this time around?

Collecting Pitfalls

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 16 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Chris and Walt explore some of the pitfalls of comic book collecting.

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We'd love to hear some of the mistakes you've made that you can pass along to the new collectors to help their learning curve.

Comics And…

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 09 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt try to help out the local comic book shop by recommending some complementary lines of business they could add to their product lines.

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We'd love to hear your suggestions, Comics and ... ??

Not So Golden

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt tackle what to do about the Golden Age. So many great titles, so many characters slowly fading into oblivion. Or at least that's what one of the guys thinks.

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Is there any hope for the Golden Age in future collections? We'd love to read your thoughts.

Is Marvel Buying DC Comics?

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Thu, 27 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt poke at the rumor that Disney wants to buy DC Comics.

What would that look like? Is it a good thing or is it a bad thing?

It sure does open a lot of doors for discussion and debate.

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Sunny Days

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 19 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt dare talk about what things might look like as the world looks to ease out of this pandemic. What will the new world mean for comic shops, for cons, for collectors?

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Are you ready to rush back into your comic book shop, into your local con?

Chris and Walt Pick New Titles to Collect

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 12 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about the joys of collecting comics as they each pick two titles they are going to start to collect. Getting back to basics, collecting for the sake of collecting is the focus of this week's show.

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What titles are you trying to finish off? What titles are you willing to start to collect?

Stump the Chump

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 05 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt have a little fun playing Stump the Chump. Chris has all the questions, unfortunately Walt doesn't seem to have all the answers.

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I'd like to know how many of these you got??

It’s Getting Hotter

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 28 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt delve into the current hot market in collectibles. The march forward continues but it has some feeling a little nervous.

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Are you actively buying? Are you cashing in on this run?

Chewing the Fat

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 21 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about the impact streaming services like Disney Plus are having on collectible comics, fair warning though, they do get sidetracked now and again.

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Do you find yourself wanting the books everybody else wants at the same time?

You Can’t Touch This

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 15:00:00 +0000

Hey, sorry for the delay, I had lost the little chip that the show records on :|

This week Chris and Walt talk about comic shops starving their local collecting communities in favour of getting more for their stuff online. A quick profit but potentially a very bad move long term.

Please let us know what you think of the show down below in the comments field.

And please share your thoughts on today's discussion.

Our Little Secret

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 07 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about their comic book collecting pet peeves, they explore the things that sometimes make collecting a chore.

As always we welcome your comments and thoughts on the show.

We'd also like to hear about your pet peeves, what makes collecting comics a chore for you?

You Can’t Always Get What You Want

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 14:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about how tough it is getting comics added to your collection in this crazy hot market. It's like you're stuck between a rock and a hard place. You don't want to pay the prices realized today but you're afraid if you don't grab that book you want it will be worth double a few short months from now. What to do?

As always please let us know what you thought of the showdown in the comments field and as always please keep it civil.

How are you fairing in your collecting these days? Staying away waiting for a correction? Buying now while things are "cheap"? Let us know.

The Reluctant Investor

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 24 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt talk about old time collectors who now find themselves having to think seriously about the value of their collections, no joke, you could be sitting on a gold mine.

We messed up and were supposed to put this show up last week, thus you'll hear us saluting St. Patrick's Day, pardon the tardiness.

As always please let us know what you thought of the show down in the comments section below, please keep it clean and please keep it civil.

Level Four Thinking

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt dive into the brave new world of fractional ownership of comics and collectibles. This is not a discussion on Non Fungible Tokens (NFT) which was discussed on an earlier show, this is partially owning a tangible item that exists somewhere in somebody's basement or stock room or safe.

We end up taking the concept to unexpected places so listen up.

As always we encourage you to share your thoughts on the subject matter or on the show itself, please feel free to leave comments down in the comments field.

Chain of Fools

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt delve into the new and developing world of virtual collecting, block chain collecting and even fractional ownership of collectibles like comics, sports cards and more.

Since we recorded this there was a 10 second video that was made as a piece of art that sold for $6.6 million, no tangible asset but a virtual one.

Is anybody participating in this new and developing marketplace?

As always let us know what you thought of the show.

The Real First Appearance

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 03 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt dig deep to get to the bottom of the "what's the real first appearance" debate. Word on the street is they fail miserably but we'll let you be the judge.

If you have any insights feel free to share with the rest of us, this is a complex topic and one that often contradicts itself, any input would be valued.

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How To Sell Your Comics

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 24 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris and Walt discuss something worth a closer look, how to sell your comics. There are many ways to go about it and the boys examine some of the pros and cons of a varying number of selling options.

Please feel free to add some insights, tips you think might be helpful to people looking to sell their comics.

As always comments on the show are welcome, let us know what you thought.

Please Forgive Me Sweetheart

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Chris and Walt pulled the classic bone head move and forgot it was Valentine's Day, so they are posting the Valentine's show a couple of day's late.

At the beginning the discussion is around Romance Comics and how cool a genre it is. Then the boys get into the reading of the poems, listen if you dare. As a bonus the boys get a call from their world famous producer, Shekky Feldstein.

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Grading and Pressing

Walter Durajlija and Chris Owen — Wed, 10 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

This week Chris Owen and Walter Durajlija try and help you understand the discipline of assigning comic books grades. They also explore the world of pressing comic books, cleaning them and even unrestoring them.

The boys discuss how small grade increments can create scarcity in supply that often leads to really strong results in the marketplace.

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P.S. We forgot to mention during the show that in next week's show we'll be reading Valentine's Day poems as delivered by your favourite superheroes.