We wrap up our Swipe discussion and study when entire art styles are heisted onto another artist! Sampling, Homages, Tributes, we cover it all! Plus, school is out for summer!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Swiping is a loaded term, it is a device that has been utilized by some of the world’s greatest and most accomplished artists. Spielberg has swiped regularly since arriving on the cinematic scene, Lucas swiped relentlessly across his popular franchises, Star Wars and Raiders! We discuss swiping and the art of the homage in comics & film!…

Robservations marks its 4th Year with gratitude and enthusiasm, an episode of thanks and reflection. Also, a story I seldom share, “My Night With A Killer.”โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

The Avengers had a stellar 5 year window when it was one of the finest comic’s being published. The writer of that run, Jim Shooter, shaped stories and conflicts that would influence the Avengers films as well as the Civil War event. I witnessed it all in real time and take you deeper into this acclaimed run that energized fandom.…

A message of strength, perseverance, focus and discipline. Don’t let others rob you of your joy!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

An inside look at the most organic crossover of all time, featuring Marvel’s biggest guns! Avengers/Defenders War came about from one writer’s simple desire to have some summer fun for the fans in 1973! Plus, Marvel’s Brian Postman remembered.โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Do you believe in comics, do you share that belief with your neighbors? There’s an entire world out there waiting to hear from you! It’s time to share your Conviction Of The Art!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

X-Men 97 is burning up the charts, shaping the pop culture landscape! A look at how exec producer Beau DeMayo has created an instant classic, hitting every high note. Plus - Giant Robo’s that rocked Marvel!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Rob has thoughts about DC Comics and what he would do if he had his run of the place! Plus, Avengelyne is on the move, the journey to bring the film together!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

As fandom thrills to the return of Cable in X-Men ‘97, we continue to examine how a character who was once so prominent and relevant for Marvel was carefully diminished, depreciated and downgraded over time. Can characters like Cable bounce back?โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Once one of Marvel’s most popular characters, after a scorching decade on top, Cable hit the skids. The how, why & when it all went wrong for this Mutant Marvel, will there be a comeback?โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

The X-Men are exploding with renewed popularity and favor! It’s time to talk about the unsung heroes behind the scenes, the Architects Of X! Deadpool & Wolverine trailer insights from the Deadpool creator himself!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Every era has its breakout stars, but two special era’s boasted not only exceptional talent but fierce competitors who would stop at nothing to make their mark! Also, the original art reactions to Million Dollar Pages continue to flood our inbox!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

CinemaCon! Deadpool & Wolverine! X-Men ‘97! Avengelyne! This episode is jam packed with movie news, comic books and animation!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

The Art Market is exploding! We continue our Million Dollar Pages series, examining the recent Heritage Auctions results and look to the future as Rob shares art and covers he believes are on track to be Million Dollar Pages!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Have you ever thought what comic books were on sale during a classic cinematic experience? Well, Rob has gone super comic book & cinema nerd and shares the comic books available during Dazed & Confused! Also, your messages for and about Ed Piskor!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Ed Piskor, 1982-2024. Commemorating An Artist & His Work.โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Over the last 5 years, a number of original comic book pages have sold for millions of dollars! What artists hit these benchmark prices and what pages are certain to follow?โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Variants are everywhere in the comic book culture, love them or loathe them, they’re here to stay. Rob takes you back to the 80’s and the birth of the Variant cover and how quickly this practice escalated!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

The 80’s was a time of tremendous growth, expansion and opportunity. New initiatives for business & creatives were launched, many continue to impact the current comic book marketplace! Our series counting down their impact begins here!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Wolverine Got A Gun! That time when Marvel’s Mighty Mutant packed some heat! Shots Fired!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

It’s 2004 vs. 2024 in a comparison of the ages as we size up the changes over the past 20 years! The numbers, the charts, the super-stars are shared in a contrast of eras!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Our countdown concludes as the two biggest controversies are revealed and the numerous ties that bind them create the synergy that electrified an era!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Our countdown of the controversies and events that shook, shaped and defined the comic book culture of the 1990’s continues!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Marvel bankruptcy! Image Comics! Heroes Reborn! Era’s are shaped and defined by dynamic events and movements, many deemed controversial as a result of the change they enact. We start the countdown on the 9 Controversies that shaped the 90’s!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

If you love comic book history, behind the scenes secrets and the process of making comic books then this one is for you! Featuring The Star Wars/Battlestar Galactica/Tarzan/John Carter Warlord Of Mars mash up you never dreamed possible!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

The mystery of Name Withheld! In the early 90’s, a comic creator published a letter expressing disdain for many industry practices. Their identity was left a mystery as they identified only as “Name Withheld”. Controversy followed, the hunt was on, suspects were named and the search for the truth would force an unlikely outcome!…

As our 350th episode celebration continues we wrap up our look into the history and success of X-MEN THE ANIMATED SERIES! The show hits big but huge ratings means bigger headaches as Marvel steps in and Fox steps up!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

It’s our 350th episode! Rob is fired up and ready to discuss The Great Wolverine Debate! This show is so big we’re splitting it into two parts! It’s our Double Sized Jam Packed Anniversary Extravaganza!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

You’d think that being the best selling comic book franchise for 2 decades would clear the way for cartoon success, but it was hurdle after hurdle for X-Men The Animated Series! Just how did Image Comics hold up production? The secrets and behind the scenes of the cartoon powerhouse!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

You asked, I’m answering! We are talking about that Deadpool & Wolverine Super Bowl trailer! X-Men The Animated Series rough start in the 90’s! It’s an episode dedicated to Marvels Mighty Mutants!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

The Media has often looked to influence the messaging and judgement of the consumer. The history of comic book media is no stranger to these practices, no era was more prominent with manipulation than the 90’s!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

The Biggest Beef’s in Pop Culture are uncovered and discussed! Did Prince really try to run over Michael Jackson with his limo? Image Partners Jim Valentino & Erik Larsen get down to beef’n!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Rob Liefeld explains retiring from Deadpool and what influenced his decision to finish the journey on his terms. The increased importance of Creator Rights! Plus Uncut Gems continues!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Comic books and Rock N’ Roll go together like lightning & thunder and we start our series uncovering the milestone Rock N Roll comic books! From KISS to Michael Jackson to BackStreet Boys, musical acts flock to comic books to bolster their fame & fortunes!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Jack Frost! Jigsaw! Spyman! Meet The Harvey Heroic Universe, learn of its origins and the stellar talent assembled to bring it to life! An Untold Tale Of Comic Books!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Our Comic Book Feuds take a supernatural turn as Todd McFarlane takes on God. I was there, I watched it!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

A deep dive into the Pulp Origins of two of comics greatest characters, Captain America & Batman! The truth behind their respective gunslinging pasts & the mystery of Bucky’s pecker revealed at long last!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Comic Book Feuds! The most popular comic creator of the Eighties was never shy or tactful when it came to other creators. Byrne takes on Kirby! Image Comics! Dave Cockrum and so many more!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

We kick off our Uncut Gems series with a closer look at some little known works by Legendary Talents, starting with Frank Miller( Daredevil, Batman) and Todd McFarlane(Spider Man, Spawn).โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Rise Of The Guardians pt. 2! Valentino Writes The Future! Daughter Of Wolverine! Check! Galactic Ghost Rider! Check! The X-Men Populate A Planet! Check! Check! Check! Jim Valentino literally wrote the future of Marvel in his transformative 1990 Guardians Of The Galaxy run!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Long before James Gunn turned them into a blockbuster tentpole franchise, the Guardians Of The Galaxy were without a home. They had no series of their own despite knocking around the Marvel Universe for decades. Then in 1990, the genius of one man, Jim Valentino, brought them status and success in publishing that they had never experienced before o…

From Jim Lee to Plan B! Jim Lee is the most popular & celebrated X-Men artist of all time. The X-Men are the crown jewel in the Marvel treasury. Can you imagine Jim back on X-Men? Just how close was a historic reunion with Marvel and their Mighty Mutants?โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

The term Alpha is used to describe dominant individuals, assertive leaders. Traditionally, Alpha’s have driven the art that we consume, the music we listen to, the movies we watch and the comic books we celebrate. Where’d they all go and when, if ever, are they coming back? In search of the Alpha?โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Absolute Power! In our finale of the year, Rob names the most powerful person in the business and the name of this individual should come as no surprise!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

X-Men:The Road Back! Marvel is preparing to launch an all new phase in the X-Men’s storied history. Rob shares his top tips, the essential ingredients necessary in restoring Marvel’s Mutants to their former glory and elite status!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

The Decades!! 1980 pt. 2! X-Men! Iron Man! Flash Gordon! 9 To 5! Popeye! Xanadu! The Empire Strikes Back! How close did the Star Wars sequel come to complete collapse? The memorable storylines that drove comic books in a Milestone Marvel era! Collectors Corner shares the truth about your investment dollars!…

The Decades! 1980 - The most important year in pop culture? X-Men:Dark Phoenix & Days Of Future Past! New Titans launches! Moon Knight explodes! Shogun rules television! A seismic year of big moves and changes that altered comic books & pop itself!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

The Halloween Episode! We come in praise of Marvel Comics Tomb Of Dracula, the greatest horror comic book ever published! Also, an important announcement about the podcast and a special tribute to a pair of ICONIC L.A. area comic stores as they prepare to close their doors!โดย Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Marvel had an enormous challenge in overcoming DC Comics absolute market dominance. Operating as underdogs they were relentless in their effort to establish themselves as the undisputed market leader. We chart a 12 year journey that saw Marvel flip the script. This episode is packed with raw data, charts and numbers that shape the competitive lands…