Punisher: Body Count

The new year ain't started 'til we get started. Introduction - Jake and I catch up on our holiday excursions, and I talk about our business dealings behind the scenes. News - I bring up the upcoming Punisher comics and Jake gives an update on new interviews. Mail Call - Bunch 'a mail! Ever wonder why cops don't catch the Punisher nearly as often as they should, or what Frank's favorite tunes are? Well now you will know. Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts #20.1. Sorry. Flashbacks - We follow up on a fan request to discuss Brubaker's Daredevil #84-87, where Matt Murdock is in prison and getting a mean, so Frank comes in to have a heart-to-heart.  Discharge Papers - I recommend Jim Steranko's Nick Fury: Agent of SHIELD and Jake recommends the 1998 mini-series The Count of Monte Cristo, starring Gérard Depardieu. We wrap things up by heavily disagreeing on Pacific Rim.

Merry Christmas! Let's get things started. Introduction - Jake and I talk about Jesus wrecking his basement, and how I disappoint my family with a prank gift. News - I bring up the two upcoming Punisher appearances in Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #9 and the renumbered Punisher #1. 2013 Charity - Jake and I are running two charity auctions or the American Cancer Society. You can view the video here, and view The Punisher auction here, and view The Crow auction here. These are highly sought after collectibles, and they go toward a good cause. Mail Call - We answer questions from punisherfan1 and one from Jacob Williams himself! Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts #19 and Thunderbolts Annual #1. Short answer? Buy the annual. It's actually a fun read. Flashbacks - We look fondly back on the Marvel '92 Christmas Special and the Punisher X-Mas Special. Discharge Papers - I recommend The Distraction Addiction and The DC Comics Guide to Creating Comics (By Carl Potts!) as holiday reading, and Jake talks about Dawn

There are 14 days until Christmas. Luckily, being an internet podcasting overlord allows me to ignore that fact and procrastinate another 13 days before I do any gift shopping.  Introduction - Jake and I talk about home ownership, racism, and steaks. News - Since there's not much Punisher news, Jake and I just promote ourselves. Mail Call - We hash out the Punisher's wardrobe and a possible future for the Punisher MAX line. Bullet Points - We have the Thunderbolts #18 to talk about. Whatever, man. Flashbacks - We review Mike Baron's Punisher v. 2 #15-18, where Frank Castle has an iconic battle of wills against the Kingpin. Discharge Papers - Jake and I discussed Europa Report, Thor 2, and the current state of anime.

In this episode, Jake and I look back on previous "achievements" of the show, as voted by you! And me and Jake. We are egotistical that way. Introduction - I talk about some positive (and not so positive) birthday experiences and Jake talks about the trials and tribulations of new home ownership. News - Only a slight bit of news dealing with the Marvel deal with Netflix. There will be some street-level characters showing up in the Netflix line-up in the future; will the Punisher be included? Only time will tell. Mail Call - We got a bunch of great listener mail this episode, so it's best you just jump in and enjoy the ride. Bullet Points - We cover Trial of the Punisher #2, and Thunderbolts #16. Sometimes you just gotta take the good with the bad, I guess. Flashbacks - No Punisher comics this time around. Just Jake and I reminiscing on the olden days of running gags and bad audio. Discharge Papers - I finally make good on my promise to read some damn IDW GI Joe comics, and my reaction to them may surprise you

Welcome to the Halloween episode! There was a post here, but it got eaten by a ghost!!!!!

Episode 50! Double-sized! This issue changes everything forever! And by that I mean nothing at all. We got a special co-host for this episode, Arch Stanton, the man behind frankssaladdays.com! Introduction - We catch up with each other as usual, and I talk about my Pittsburgh Comicon experience. And then I keep talking about it. News - There's a new Punisher Omnibus coming out next year! Also, there is a new fan film called The Punisher: No Mercy. You should check it out. We also reveal our contest winner! Mail Call - Listener punisherfan1 nearly stumps us with his questions, but we persevere anyway. Dane and Jake Go to the Movies - Hey remember that fan film I mentioned? We talk about it here! Bullet Points - We cover Ultimates #30, Trial of the Punisher #1, and Thunderbolts #15.  Flashbacks - It finally happened. We talked about Archie Meets the Punisher, a misunderstood classic of its time. Discharge Papers - Jake and Arch try to fill me in on Agents of SHIELD, and we make our recommendations to try to cul

We are on the cusp of episode 50. Are you mentally/emotionally ready for such an event? No? Well, use this episode as a warm up. Introduction - Jake and I get reacquainted with each other, blabbering about birthday pranks and dice. Also Ben Aflleck is Batman and apparently this is a big deal to people.  News - Ennis has announced he will be returning to write more Punisher in 2014! How great is that? So great. Jake and I also tell the rules for a new contest for episode 50 and announce other projects we are working on. Mail Call - We answer questions related to Ennis's return and other such things.  Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts #14 and Ultimates #29. The is questionable cow anatomy in Thunderbolts, but Ultimates is surprisingly great! Flashbacks - In honor of Ennis's return to Punisher, we review the first arc of Punisher MAX: "In The Beginning"! Discharge Papers - Jake talks about an anime about WWII occult wars that manages to be boring, G.I. Joe: Retaliation being better than the first movie, and

August is a lean month for Punisher comics, but we make due with bad crooks, freaky stretch guys, and Frank protecting dinos. Introduction - Jake and I talk about upcoming prospects in our lives, and I talk about the scariest thing I've seen in the movies lately. Also, apparently a "Japanese jacuzzi" is a real thing. Thanks, Jake! News - In news, I remind people that Trial of the Punisher #1 is coming out, and also bring up a youtube video where The Punisher's mental health is evaluated by respected pyschotherapist Dr. Larry Lewis. Jake also bring up important upcoming events involving the show and our schedules.  Mail Call - We go into a "rapid fire" segment with five questions from newpunisherfan1!  Bullet Points - We cover Superior Foes of Spider-Man #2 and Ultimates #28. Similar problems to last time: Next to no Frank Castle, but they still bring up some good talking points. Flashbacks - We open up a Punisher classic: Punisher/Wolverine: The African Saga! It's got Carl Potts being a cryptozoology nerd, Fr

Today we put out a new episode to celebrate Arnold Schwarzenegger's birthday, who is 66 years young today! Also I just want to put out there that the banner art today was made by Jake. Okay, moving on. Introduction - I'm taken a bit aback when Jake explains what an EDC bag is and why he has one, but it's far better than my story, where I talk about how I'm not invited to the grand opening of my new workplace. But hey, that's fine or whatever. I'll make my own workplace, with blackjack and Dollar General stores! News - The Punisher has been announced as a playable character for the Lego Marvel Heroes video game coming out this October. We also talk about the Prime Cuts video that we released two weeks ago. Mail Call - Does Frank still believe in God, and how does he stay in shape? We answer these pertinent questions today. Bullet Points - We cover Ulimates #27 and Thunderbolts # 13. They aren't Frank Castle stories per se, but hey, they each have him in for one panel, so that's... acceptable. Hopefully the nex

Oh man, it's a big show, one "pac"ked right up to the "rim." That's a little hint for what we discuss in Discharge Papers. Introduction - Jake talks about a dream date he never asked for, and I bring up overdue books and gettin' lucky. News - We announce a new Flashbacks request feature on the site, and re-tell some info on why the "Trial of the Punisher" comic has been delayed for so long. Mail Call - We answer questions pertaining to the necessity of Frank's humanity, the possibility of an animated feature, and how, if possible, Frank could ever win the war on crime. Bullet Points - We cover Fury #13 and Thunderbolts # 12. It's a yin-yang synthesis of depression and elation!  Flashbacks - In the American tradition of fireworks and fishing, we bring in Punisher #44 "Flag Burner" and Punisher MAX one-shot "Force of Nature." Ever wanted to know Frank's opinions on rap? Well strap in! Discharge Papers - Jake and I remiss on the Lethal Weapon movies, and I talk about why you should watch Pacific Rim and buy digi

Get it? It's like the ammo caliber. This whole show has been leading up to that title, so it's all downhill from here. Introduction - Jake and I talk about car financing and dealing with indignant babies. News - We talk about a Punisher mini-series seven years in the making, and perhaps some guest spots we'll be on in the future. Mail Call - We answer Arch's question about how much continuity should be acknowledged in a new Punisher run. Bullet Points - We cover Avenging Spider-Man #22 and Thunderbolts # 11. Short answer? Thunderbolts is bad. Long answer? Thunderbolts is super bad. Flashbacks - In honor of the Punisher's guest spot on Avenging Spider-Man, we analyze Amazing Spider-Man #330 and 331, where we see a baby Erik Larsen figure out eye balls and Jake and I get sidetracked into talking about a cocaine-backed economy. Discharge Papers - Neither Jake nor I talk about Man of Steel! Instead I talk about the weirdness of Hansel and Gretel: Witch Hunters, we needlessly argue about the movie Parker, and get

Let's get right into this! Introduction - Jake talks about how he sets up his cubicle and I enter a battle of emotions with the cleaning lady. News - We briefly talk about a teaser trailer to a Punisher fan film called "The Dead Can't Be Distracted," created by filmakers Ian McFarland and Mike Pecci. Unfortunately, the trailer was taken down by a copyright notice, but we'll keep an eye out for updates. Mail Call - We go through a bunch of mail this time, answering questions about the Punisher's future in the upcoming SHIELD tv series and a rapidfire of questions from a new listener. Bullet Points - We cover Fury #12, Daredevil: End of Days #8, Thunderbolts # 10. Flashbacks - We work on a parody theme with Pummeler #1 and Doom Patrol #45, with special guest Grant Morrison! Discharge Papers - I discuss my experiences playtesting the new Dungeons and Dragons and Jake talks up the Dissidia Final Fantasy video game.

Hello and welcome to the summer edition of Punisher: Body Count. Please wear your shades at all times while listening. Introduction - Jake proves he’s not a 90s kid and I talk about all the cool celebrities I met at my local nerd convention. News - Just a tidbit about Charles Soule’s plans for the Punisher. Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts # 9, where the Marvel AR is delightful and editorial digs deep for villains. Flashbacks - Jake and I discussed the Punisher: Back to School Special #2. It’s got roid rage, a GWAR homage, and a hobo army. What more could you ask for! Discharge Papers - Jake and I get into a row about postmodernism in movies, and then we both discuss Star Trek: Into Darkness and Iron Man 3. We close out with Jake’s review of Hiroaki Samura’s latest manga anthology and my take on Amazon’s new Kindle Worlds program.

They said it wouldn't happen, they said it shouldn't happen, they... okay, they didn't actually say that. Greg Rucka stopped by, everybody! He talked with us for almost two hours, and in that timeframe we got his perspective of his Punisher run, as well as his views of the comic industry, politics, self-publishing, and "The Man."  We laughed, we nodded intently, we busted each other's chops. It was one of the best interviews Jake and I have done, and we thank Greg Rucka for his time and goodwill. Check out some of Greg Rucka's latest projects: Alpha, the first of a new series of military thriller novels. Lady Sabre and the Pirates of the Ineffable Aether, his webcomic and successfully funded Kickstarter. A preview of Lazarus, a sci-fi dystopia comic series that will be released in June. Ask your comic shop for it! A new episode will coming soon, so stayed tuned! If you'd like, hit us up on iTunes or RSS.

Hi there everyone. Did you enjoy Iron Man 3? I did! Too bad we didn't review that Iron Man movie for today's podcast, huh? Introduction - Jake brings up his upcoming graduation and continuing car woes. I discuss the surreal meeting with a veterinarian and how a local painter painted his house with fire.  News - Jake and I discuss the new writer for the Thunderbolts series and speculate on what Disney will do with the Punisher property now that it's under their control again. We then explain how you can totally get something and still hate it. Finally, we showcase a radio play done by Arch Stanton, who adapted Blackstone's fan-story, "Hunters and Killers." Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts # 8, where we disagree about the AR features and admit the book is getting better. We then peel back Daredevil: End of Days #7. We also discuss Fury MAX #11,where we get close to hitting our limits with the last few pages. Dane and Jake Go to the Movies - Jake and I watched Iron Man: Rise of the Technovore, where Madhous

After a small hiatus Jake and I are back with a giant-sized episode!  It's got babies, cars, and a Dollar General joke that goes too far!  Oh and some Punisher news and reviews I guess. Introduction - I beam with pride over the birth of my new nephew, and then re-tell a hot tip I heard about Dollar General. As the show progresses, I slightly regret this. Jake talks about him fighting back against the snakes on his grassy plains, and more car troubles with his Cougar. News - Jake and I discuss Daniel Way leaving the Thunderbolts book to work on another project, and we then talk about the free-to-play Marvel Heroes game, which features the Punisher character. In fan art, you should check out this great fan film trailer, Punisher: Outbreak and Doncyganos's music video tribute to the song Uncommon Valor (A Vietnam Story) by Jedi Mind Tricks using panels from Punisher: BORN. Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts # 6 and 7, hailing the new artist Phil Noto and finally understanding Deadpool's role in the story.  W

Jake and I are back from out "double-shipping" with a new episode! Listen in and stay a while. Introduction - I go into the most disturbing calls I've ever received from the doctor's office, and this leads to a discussion on staying healthy and working on cars from Jake. News - Everyone should check out this Batman vs. Punisher animated short by kazemanimate!  We also report on the trouble Punisher co-creator Gerry Conway has been having with DC comics. Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts # 5 and the final issue to Rucka's Punisher: War Zone. More secrets are revealed, and yet we still don't care. Also, Captain America may be the true villain in War Zone. Flashbacks - We discuss the Classic Punisher trade paperback, which covers some of Frank's first solo adventures.  It's pulpy fun! Discharge Papers - Jake is excited about Dark Horse importing more of Hiroaki Samura's work, such as Emerald, and I tell him what I thought about the cult classic Big Trouble in Little China. Then we try to convince each other

Continuing with Black History Month, we conclude the infamous "Frank becomes a black man" arc this episode.  Introduction - Jake talks about his battles with sickness and I bring up how I used The Force™ at a house party. News - Listener Ivo Santos has some fan-made Punisher music video tributes on youtube. Give them a look. Also, I report on a Russian vigilante with righteous road rage, whom fellow citizens have dubbed, "The Punisher." Click here for the video and story! Bullet Points - We cover Daredevil: End of Days #4 and 5. Is Daredevil really dead? Who or what is "Mapone"? Why did Frank get those finger tattoos in prison? We explore most of these questions in this segment. Flashbacks - We cover the infamous"Black Punisher" arc from Punisher, issues #60-62. Jake and I approve of it, but come to disagreements on how "racially relevant" it is.  Discharge Papers - I catch up on House of Cards, Jake saw Argo (it's okay, "but it's no Terminator"), and I rep for Inferno Cop, a Youtube original show, which is b

Couple of things to mention right off the bat here: One, we tried out doing a live streaming episode where Punisher fans could listen in and chat while Jake and I do the show. The format gave us a chance to address viewers in a much more immediate fashion and even allowed for some visual aids while we discussed the comics. There was a delay that caused us to talk over ourselves sometimes, so it's definitely a format-in-progress, but we had a good time and hope to make future shows even better. Like it? Hate it? Contact us through email, twitter, the site, the facebook fanpage, or twitter if you want us to not get back to you. Second, we're going to try some "double-shipping" with the podcast, where the next episode will be out in the next eight days, so keep an eye out for that.  Introduction - Jake talks about his recovery from strep throat and his dealings with Japanese language recruiters, while I recount my new job and how a bum gave me a mysterious sigil.  News - News - Punisher fan Stewart Loud made a C

We're back with more Punisher news, reviews, and blues(?). Introduction - Babies, school, dog fights, and slaves. That's all I'll say. News - A new Punisher animated feature is coming out, and I go into what little details there are about the series. Mail Call - We get some email from Blackstone asking us if we could get Chuck Dixon on as a guest. The letter prompts us to go into our process for getting guests. Bullet Points - We go into tangents galore as we discuss Punisher: Nightmare #3-5 and Punisher: War Zone #4! Dane and Jake Go to the Movies - It's back! Due to popular demand, we're bringing back this segment to cover Dredd, the movie our listeners have been asking us to talk about since it came out. Spoiler alert: We loved it and if you are a good person you'd go out and get it on DVD or Blu-ray right now. Discharge Papers - From me:  Banshee is the greatest show you're probably not watching, and The Americans make us realize how much we miss fighting the USSR. From Jake: Mad Max stands the test of ti