Does This Come In Chromium?
DOES THIS COME IN CHROMIUM? is the podcast that sees beyond the cover enhancement and celebrates what’s on the inside of the most embossed and shiniest comics to ever hit the stands!
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Eclipso: The Darkness Within Part 3 of 4 with Al Sedano and David Walton
08/08/2026
Eclipso: The Darkness Within Part 3 of 4 with Al Sedano and David Walton
The DOES THIS COME IN CHROMIUM/THAT GIFFEN SHOW crossover extravaganza continues here! On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Al Sedano (host of THAT GIFFEN SHOW) participate in the grand comic book tradition of shameless crossovers by shamelessly bringing in surprise special guest star David Walton (DTCIC's resident existential crisis correspondent/possible griffin expert). Is it a gimmick? Yes. Are we ashamed of stooping to such gimmickry? Ha! Nope, not in the slightest! Matt, Al, and David cover a lot of ground in this episode because they talk about a whopping NINE comics! And what are those nine comics you ask? Well, they are: GREEN ARROW ANNUAL #5, DEATHSTROKE THE TERMINATOR ANNUAL #1, NEW TITANS ANNUAL #8, JUSTICE LEAGUE EUROPE ANNUAL #8, BATMAN ANNUAL #16, L.E.G.I.O.N. '92 ANNUAL #3, and ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN ANNUAL #4. Whew! Do you think Night Man gets moody when he drinks diet soda? Look for the conclusion of this epic crossover coming soon to THAT GIFFEN SHOW! Support Al by subscribing and listening to THAT GIFFEN SHOW: Follow Al on BlueSky: @thatgiffenshow.bsky.social Follow David on BlueSky: @benreilly149.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Vertigo Visions: Doctor Occult with Matthew Dow Smith
08/05/2026
Vertigo Visions: Doctor Occult with Matthew Dow Smith
On this episode Matt and special guest co-Doctor Occult superfan Matthew Dow Smith (writer/artist of AMELIA SHADOWS, THE OCTOBER GIRL) try to determine if "pleasure can really be such amusing gallows" (WTF?) by discussing 1994's VERTIGO VISIONS: DOCTOR OCCULT. If you like extremely deep dives on characters most people haven't even heard of it (and face it, if you're listening to this show - you do) then this episode is truly for you! Both Matt and Matthew are outspoken Doctor Occult fans, but interestingly, their love is each rooted in a different aspect of the character. Although, a bit of a spoiler alert here: the Doctor Occult they love is NOT present in this Vertigo Visions one-shot. BUT the fact that this is a wildly different take on the character does make for a great conversation. Along the way Matt gives Matthew a great idea for a story, but when he asks to have a character named after him he gets turned down for the most Matt reason of all time (and it's not because he talks about Night Man all of the time). Matthew's newest graphic novel AMELIA SHADOWS AND THE MONSTER IN THE BOX is AVAILABLE NOW! https://papercutz.com/product/amelia-shadows-and-the-monster-in-the-box-vol-2/?srsltid=AfmBOooiVtXJ1Og_V9plOQh2Jr_iHU712-PsSO53y-ELHfq8tDRe2IK-&v=0b3b97fa6688 Follow Matthew on BlueSky: @matthewdowsmith.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Doom 2099 #1 with Stacy from The Fanboy Power Hour
07/30/2026
Doom 2099 #1 with Stacy from The Fanboy Power Hour
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Stacy (THE FANBOY POWER HOUR PODCAST) wake up in the far off future and instead of figuring out how to survive they decide to talk about 1993's DOOM 2099 #1. You'd be hard-pressed to find a better pitchman for DOOM 2009 than Stacy, whereas Matt is still upset at the series because he feels like it called him an idiot at a young age. So while Matt spends most of this episode trying to heal from that perceived slight, Stacy brings some genuinely insightful thoughts about the sliding scale of good and evil and how in a future world driven by hyper-capitalism it is entirely conceivable that a supervillain despot from the past might very well turn out to be the hero we need. Also, Stacy says Doctor Doom (along with some rando named Shakespeare) owns the copyright on the monologue, while Matt flings himself down a rabbit hole talking about Marvel's short lived Frontier Comics line. And what about Night Man? Does he get a mention? You'll have to listen to find out! Listen and subscribe to THE FANBOY POWER HOUR: tfph.libsyn.com Follow Stacy on BlueSky: @stacyhd.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Green Goblin #1 with Dave Amiott
07/23/2026
Green Goblin #1 with Dave Amiott
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Dave Amiott (host of JUST THE FACTS...AND MORE!: A DRAGNET PODCAST) try to rent a VHS copy of James Cameron's Spider-Man movie while discussing 1995's GREEN GOBLIN #1. Matt's on vacation but he would like you to know that a lot of time in this episode is spent talking about how video stores used to work (a topic near and dear to his heart), and he shares the story of how he discovered he'd never be cool in high school (spoiler alert: it involves a copy of GREEN GOBLIN #1 and a corn boil), while Dave posits that this comic could very well be the LAST "chromium" cover (at least until they became hip and cool again in 2026). Also, is the Phil Urich Green Goblin Marvel's answer to DC's The Creeper? (Probably not, but let Matt have his fun). And will we ever find out who Facade is? (Matt thinks it's Night Man). Listen and subscribe to Dave's podcast: Follow Dave on BlueSky: @damiott.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Amazing Spider-Man Annual 1998 with A. Lee Martinez and David Walton
07/21/2026
Amazing Spider-Man Annual 1998 with A. Lee Martinez and David Walton
On this episode Matt and special guest co-hosts A. Lee Martinez (author of many books including the upcoming UNBEARABLE) and David Walton (truly a listener favorite guest, even if he's too humble to believe it) run off to join the circus (of crime) but forget to do so because they get so wrapped up talking about 1998's AMAZING SPIDER-MAN ANNUAL. Matt is on vacation so the show notes will not be as detailed as they usually are, but just so you know what to expect when listening to this episode here's a little tease: Matt and Lee might be more aligned with J. Jonah Jameson than they'd ever expected whereas David might actually be Peter Parker (who is actually Spider-Man). Also, to everyone's surprise the Circus of Crime continues to be a major element of this podcast. And Devil Dinosaur is back. Oh, and Peter Parker is a whiny jerk (but Night Man rules). Even though he doesn't need my help to sell books, everyone should read everything Lee has written: And while you're at it, you should preorder Lee's newest novel UNBEARABLE: Follow Lee on BlueSky: @aleemartinez.bsky.social Follow David on BlueSky: @benreilly149.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Ragman #1 with Neil Kleid
07/14/2026
Ragman #1 with Neil Kleid
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Neil Kleid (writer of MEDIEVAL, SAVOR, BROWNSVILLE and more!) sort through the stock at Rags 'n' Tatters while discussing 1991's RAGMAN #1. Ragman is a character that is frequently touted on comic book social media, but unfortunately has never managed to break through to a wider audience. Will this podcast change that? Probably not (this is DOES THIS COME IN CHROMIUM after all) but whether you are already a fan of Ragman or you know nothing about the character, you will want to hear what Neil has to say. Neil is incredibly thoughtful and brings a lot of valuable perspective as an Orthodox Jew to this reinvention of Ragman. Matt definitely brings up PRIMAL FORCE and possibly mentions NIGHT MAN. It's the Does This Come in Chromium way. Support Neil's work by checking out: neilkleidbooks.com Follow Neil on BlueSky: @neilkleid.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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Primal Force #0 with Ian Anderson
07/10/2026
Primal Force #0 with Ian Anderson
On this episode Matt and special guest layman Leyman Ian Anderson get shoved into a pool by a weird old woman and instead of drowning they spend the time talking about 1994's PRIMAL FORCE #0. That's right, the often promised/threatened Primal Force episode is here! Regular listeners already know that Matt is a big Primal Force fan. In fact, he may even be the prime Primal Force fan. Or wait, is it the primary Primal Force fan? Primo Primal Force fan? Look, Matt loves Primal Force. That's all you need to know about him. But what about Ian? Is he primed to become a Primal Force fan? Also, just why is the comic called PRIMAL FORCE? What the heck is up with Meridian's grocery list? Is Jack O'Lantern the most delightfully endearing sad sack character in all of comics? Will these questions actually be answered in the episode? (Mostly yes, but Night Man will be a part of the answers - so also, no). One thing that is guaranteed - PRIMAL FORCE will return... ...to Does This Come in Chromium! (Not to comic shops because that would be insane and only Matt is asking for it). Follow Ian on BlueSky: @comicbookian.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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Blindside #1 with Glitch
07/07/2026
Blindside #1 with Glitch
On this episode Matt and returning special guest co-host Glitch get blindsided by their discussion of 1996's BLINDSIDE #1. Before talking about the character of Blindside, Matt attempts to blindside Glitch with the history of the most bizarre television show he's ever seen. Proving himself prepared for Matt's nonsense, Glitch not only knows the show but adds an entirely new level of weirdness to the story. What is the show you ask? You'll just have to listen to the episode to find out. Hint: it has a dog in it. After the tv talk is over, Matt and Glitch get down to business and talk about Blindside. Is he Daredevil? No, but not entirely no. Is he The Matrix? No, but kind of yes. Does he look good in a hospital gown? Most assuredly yes. Then Matt and Glitch are blindsided by the sudden appearance of listener favorite David Walton as he joins the conversation that has sort of been about this character named Blindside. But it's also about Poland's version of Captain America who has a mermaid for a sidekick. There's probably some Night Man talk as well. David explains the Spider-Man story "Lifetheft" to a befuddled Matt. Look, it's a great episode of the show - that is something you shouldn't be blindsided to learn. BLINDSIDE! Follow David on BlueSky: @benreilly149.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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Devil Dinosaur Spring Fling with A. Lee Martinez
06/30/2026
Devil Dinosaur Spring Fling with A. Lee Martinez
On this episode Matt and returning special guest co-Night Man enthusiast A. Lee Martinez (author of THE AUTOMATIC DETECTIVE, THE LAST ADVENTURE OF CONSTANCE VERITY, and the upcoming UNBEARABLE) befriend one another after being exiled for preaching the forbidden word of 1997's DEVIL DINOSAUR SPRING FLING. So, as it turns out Lee is a huge fan of Devil Dinosaur and as it also turns out, this random one-shot from 1997 exists. Seeing an opportunity to once again talk to his favorite author while not straying out of the 90's safe space that this show inhabits, Matt eagerly brought Lee back on. Here's the thing: Matt has no idea what in the world(s) a Devil Dinosaur is (and don't even get him started on Moon-Boy). Until this apparent "spring fling", Matt had never read a comic featuring Devil Dinosaur. So with a lot that he needed to learn ahead... ...Matt promptly makes Lee spend roughly the first 30ish minutes of the show diving deep on nerdy talk about writing processes, the too high premium put on "original stories" (spoiler alert: there really are none), and what a writer's relationship to their own ideas should be. And THEN...they talk about the comic! It's no surprise that Lee makes one heck've a Devil Dinosaur pitchman, but you'll have to listen to the episode to hear that. So what are you waiting for? Even though he doesn't need my help to sell books, everyone should read everything Lee has written: And while you're at it, you should preorder Lee's newest novel UNBEARABLE: Follow Lee on BlueSky: @aleemartinez.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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X-Men 2099 #1 with Mat Elfring
06/24/2026
X-Men 2099 #1 with Mat Elfring
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host from the futurrrrrrre (insert echo effect here) Mat Elfring (communications manager at Oni Press) try not to reveal which Mat(t) is the secret villain as they discuss 1993's X-MEN 2099 #1. Before the 2099 of it all, Matt and Mat spend some time heaping much deserved praise on another Matt. In this case it's writer/artist Matt Kindt and his incredible new comic of MIND MGMT: NEW & IMPROVED (from Oni - issue one is available NOW and IT HAS A CHROMIUM COVER)! Then we're off to the year 2099 where things are...different...sort of. There's a Spider-Man swinging around. A Doom has some political schemes. A Hulk is likely rampaging about. A Punisher is punishering. A Ghost Rider will eventually be ghost ridering. You get it. And now there's an X-MEN! (At least, there is the start of an X-MEN). Mostly Matt and Mat try to figure out if this is a really good bad comic or a really bad good comic? Also, is it smart to ride a horse on a balcony? It doesn't seem like a good idea, but this isn't a podcast known for it's horse expertise, so we could be wrong. CHECK OUT THE AMAZING COVERS FOR MIND MGMT: NEW & IMPROVED #1: https://www.onipress.com/news/operationblindbag Contact the show: Follow Matt (and talk to him about Night Man) on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug
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Nightmares on Elm Street #1 with Bobby Trippett
06/13/2026
Nightmares on Elm Street #1 with Bobby Trippett
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Bobby Trippett (from the GRINDBIN PODCAST) have been where the river ran and avoided drownin' in a sunless sea in order to discuss 1991's NIGHTMARES ON ELM STREET #1. Is this episode about the man of our dreams Freddy Krueger? Yes it is. Eventually. First Matt gets very personal and tells the story of when he first met his wife and why the date June 13th holds a special place in his heart. It's a sweet story that has all of the necessary ingredients (a Pinky and the Brain t-shirt, the somewhat remembered Ivan Reitman movie SIX DAYS, SEVEN NIGHTS, the band Stabbing Westward, a weekend pass to Wizard World Chicago 1998, and HALLOWEEN H20) to create a love that lasts a lifetime. But then it's time to do the Freddy -- and there is no better person than Bobby to do the Freddy. That's not an innuendo. It's a fact. Bobby's a true Fredhead, a Dream Warrior, possibly even a Dream Master and he expertly navigates us through this rather insane comic. This episode is so great that Matt only briefly mentions Night Man (who, by the way, could totally kick Freddy's ass). Support Bobby by subscribing and listening to the Grindbin Podcast: Follow Bobby on BlueSky: @bobbytrippett.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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The Night Man vs. Wolverine #0 with A. Lee Martinez
06/10/2026
The Night Man vs. Wolverine #0 with A. Lee Martinez
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host A. Lee Martinez (author of MONSTER, CHASING THE MOON, GIL'S ALL FRIGHT DINER, and more!) get trapped in a Murderworld/sewer/abandoned funhouse and decide that the only way out is to talk about 1995's THE NIGHT MAN VS. WOLVERINE #0. Yes, your eyes and ears are not deceiving you, Night Man (or, "The Night Man" as he's apparently called - Matt refuses to accept this because he's always known Johnny Domino as Nightman) is actually here and he's (inexplicably) brought Wolverine with him! Both Matt and Lee think Night Man is cool, so if you're a skeptic then you better prepare to have your mind changed. In fact, Lee is such a big Night Man fan that he sent a letter enclosed in an illustrated envelope to Marvel imploring them to not cancel the comic. That's some true dedication! As a bonus, you can listen as Matt gets awkwardly sentimental while sharing the profound impact Lee's novel CHASING THE MOON had on him. Oh, and Night Man is way cooler than Wolverine. Even though he doesn't need my help to sell books, everyone should read everything Lee has written: And while you're at it, you should preorder Lee's newest novel UNBEARABLE: Follow Lee on BlueSky: @aleemartinez.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Wildthing #1 with Ian Anderson
06/04/2026
Wildthing #1 with Ian Anderson
On this episode Matt and returning special guest co-host Ian Anderson flunk out of Arcade Officer Academy for not knowing how to handle a "hot program" - which is something they would've learned if they weren't too busy talking about 1993's WILDTHING #1. Who is Nikki Doyle? Is she the titular Wildthing? These are questions that will (possibly) be answered, but first Matt decides to share his aspirations of becoming his neighborhood's resident Doctor Doolittle and then mixes up the Pet Shop Boys with Erasure. Proving himself to be the more professional host, Ian comes to the episode having done actual research on WILDTHING and Marvel UK in general. So listen for his voice if you want to learn something. If you don't want to learn anything, then listen for Matt's voice because he's probably talking about Nightman or random comic strips from the mid-90's. Follow Ian on BlueSky: @comicbookian.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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Waterworld: Children of Leviathan #1 with Sebastian O'Brien
05/27/2026
Waterworld: Children of Leviathan #1 with Sebastian O'Brien
On this episode Matt and special guest mariner Sebastian O'Brien (host of TENTPOLE TRAUMA) worry that they'll never find dry land without a helpful map/back tattoo of an arrow pointing up, so they bide their time on the trimaran by discussing 1997's WATERWORLD: CHILDREN OF LEVIATHAN #1. It needs to be said right up front, Sebastian is a big WATERWORLD fan - so if you've come here looking for non-stop dunking (nailed it!) on the movie then you might as well swim along to another podcast that is more suited to your anti-WATERWORLD agenda. Matt, on the other hand, is indifferent to WATERWORLD but he sure does love weird comics that star characters Kevin Costner has portrayed on the big screen. Also, can we please get a SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME style team-up starring the Mariner, Namor, and Aquaman? Please and thank you! (Nightman is probably an awesome swimmer!) Listen to Sebastian's incredible podcast TENTPOLE TRAUMA: Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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The New Guardians #1 with Daniel G. Wilson
05/19/2026
The New Guardians #1 with Daniel G. Wilson
On this super-sized episode Matt and special guest co-host Daniel G. Wilson try to figure out what the heck those little blue guys on Oa were thinking as they discuss 1988's THE NEW GUARDIANS #1. Do you like comics that use racial and cultural stereotypes as superpowers? Well, then you are in luck... ...Matt, on the other hand, clumsily tries to navigate the landmines he set for himself because he's the one who chose the comic. Ever the good sport, Daniel brings a high level of thoughtfulness, nuance, and sophistication to the discussion -- which are all things The New Guardians #1 lacks. Matt's awkwardness aside, this turns out to be a great conversation about race and representation in comics. Also, both Daniel and Matt share their love for the writing of the great Dwayne McDuffie. Hopefully Matt didn't mention Nightman (but knowing him, he probably did). Follow Daniel on BlueSky: @danielgwilson.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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The Comet #1 and Legend of the Shield #1 with Pat Casey
05/13/2026
The Comet #1 and Legend of the Shield #1 with Pat Casey
On this episode Matt and returning guest co-host Pat Casey (screenwriter of VIOLENT NIGHT 1 & 2) strive to make an impression as they discuss the consequence of the launch of the Impact Universe with 1991's THE COMET #1 and LEGEND OF THE SHIELD #1. (Matt tried to use synonyms of "impact" and it made him sound like AI. Never one to miss an opportunity to take the wrong lesson from something, Matt is now suspicious of synonyms) Both Pat and Matt have a lot of fondness for the Impact Universe, although Pat admits that his first encounter with it was less than pleasant. Matt tries his darndest to stay on topic, but ends up rambling about weird Golden Age patriotic superheroes for a while. While Matt probably doesn't bring up Nightman, Pat does share a few non-spoiler details about the upcoming VIOLENT NIGHT 2 in theaters December 4, 2026! Support Pat by watching his movies and following him on BlueSky: @patcasey.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Adventures of Superman #500 with Jerry Ordway
05/08/2026
Adventures of Superman #500 with Jerry Ordway
On this episode Matt and guest co-host David Walton welcome the legendary Jerry Ordway to the show! Normally, these descriptions are full of (hopefully) amusing teases of what is talked about in the episode -- but in this case all you need to know is that THE Jerry Ordway is here on DOES THIS COME IN CHROMIUM for almost three hours. If that's not enough to motivate you to press play right now, go read any of Jerry's comics and then come back here. For those of you that just went and read a comic by Jerry Ordway -- you're welcome. The whole comic book world knew you'd be back. Now press play. Follow Jerry on BlueSky: @jerryordway.bsky.social Follow David on BlueSky: @benreilly149.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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Force Works #1 with Kevin Freeman
05/05/2026
Force Works #1 with Kevin Freeman
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Kevin Freeman (host of DOC'S COMICS and writer of SUBCULTURE) follow the holo-cursor to the com-center where they discuss 1994's FORCE WORKS #1. Probably most known for its cumbersome (but cool) fold-out cover and its unceremonious killing of Wonder Man, Force Works was pitched to audiences as a more relevant and proactive Avengers. A team that would stop problems before they started. It's an interesting premise, but was it executed well? The short answer is no -- but when taking into account massively successful stories like AVENGERS DISASSEMBLED and CIVIL WAR, it's possible to make a case that Force Works was just ahead of its time. Of course, since this is Does This Come in Chromium, Matt doesn't spend a lot of time making that case. Instead he pines for the day that AVENGERS: THE CROSSING gets its redemption arc. TEENAGE TONY STARK WILL HAVE HIS DAY! Also, Kevin shares his love for the Avengers (and safari jacket wearing Wonder Man) and shows that he truly knows the way to Matt's heart by pitching a FORCE WORKS/EXTREME JUSTICE crossover. While Nightman may or may not be mentioned, Matt's dogs do make several appearances throughout the show. Apparently, they had a lot to say/bark about Force Works. Watch and subscribe to DOC'S COMICS: Follow Kevin on BlueSky: @ksfphd.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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X-O Manowar #0 with Eric Shonborn
05/01/2026
X-O Manowar #0 with Eric Shonborn
On this episode Matt and returning special guest co-host Eric Shonborn get imprisoned in space by some Hard-Skins and decide to pass the time by talking about 1993's X-O MANOWAR #0. Like any proper episode of Does This Come in Chromium, Matt derails the conversation immediately by analyzing Manowar lyrics. Then, lest you think the episode gets back on track, Matt and Eric spend almost forty minutes discussing their love of Ted Kord as Blue Beetle. After that, the conversation about X-O Manowar begins. Both Matt and Eric agree that the Ron Maz/Bart Sears run rules - which is great because that's not what they're here to talk about. Along the way, Eric recalls his rebellious youth where he refused to follow Wizard Magazine's marching orders, while Matt obsesses over whether or not "Jorge Gonzalez" is a real person. Is Nightman mentioned in this episode? Probably. SUPPORT ERIC BY PURCHASING SOME OF HIS ART: Follow Eric on BlueSky: @shonborn.net Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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WildC.A.T.s #2 with Glitch
04/29/2026
WildC.A.T.s #2 with Glitch
On this episode Matt and returning special guest co-host Glitch delay rocking the vote in order to discuss 1992's WILDC.A.T.S #2. If you take away anything from this episode, it should be the knowledge that the WildC.A.T.s are most assuredly NOT the X-Men. Nor are they Cyberforce (also not the X-Men). Now WildC.A.T.s and Cyberforce do have something in common - very dull, bland leaders (okay...maybe they are the X-Men). Spartan and Heatwave are boring (so it should be no surprise that they are Matt's favorite characters). But this episode isn't about Cyberforce. It's about WildC.A.T.s and the Wildstorm Universe - which Glitch genuinely loves. Nightman is probably mentioned somewhere, but Matt cannot remember for sure. So listen and find out! Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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Guy Gardner: Warrior #29 with Mike Thompson
04/22/2026
Guy Gardner: Warrior #29 with Mike Thompson
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Mike Thompson (co-host of TEN CENT TAKES) wait nervously in line, desperately hoping they are on the VIP list for the grand opening of Warriors. The line is long, so to pass the time they discuss 1994's GUY GARDNER: WARRIOR #29. This issue is a true celebration of where DC Comics was in the early-90's -- there was nary a (Dark)star in the sky as they were all here at Warriors. Gunfire! Ballistic! Wonder Woman (Artemis)! Lady Blackhawk! Damage! Rocket Red! Loose Cannon! Blue Devil! And so many more! Plus, Matt fails to explain what the whole deal with Guy Gardner and Dementor was about, while Mike recalls using AOL to log on to DC Comics Online (NERD!). Also, both Mike and Matt kind of wish that Guy had become DC's version of Rick from CASABLANCA. As per usual, Nightman is likely mentioned at some point. If not, no worries because Bloodwynd definitely gets mentioned. Listen and subscribe to Ten Cent Takes: https://www.tencenttakes.com/ Follow Ten Cent Takes on BlueSky: @tencenttakes.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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Justice League America #86-88 "Cult of the Machine" with Ian Springer and David Walton
04/19/2026
Justice League America #86-88 "Cult of the Machine" with Ian Springer and David Walton
On this episode Matt is joined by his "chromeboys" (tm) Ian Springer (screenwriter of FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS) and David Walton (FANTASTIC HUMAN BEING) to order an almost giant birthday cake and argue about proper birthday party protocol while also discussing 1994's JUSTICE LEAGUE AMERICA #'s 86-88 "Cult of the Machine". Matt intended to spring a devious trap on Ian and David by making them read this story, but they escaped unscathed and with their dignity intact. Whereas Matt's brain broke. Seriously. Just listen to the episode and you'll hear Matt as a broken man who is reduced to rambling semi-coherently. Also, Ian talks about how one could weaponize Galactus, while David proves himself as fast on his feet when asked to explain the theology underpinning the Cult of the Machine. Oh, and Dreamslayer is one sassy villain. That kind of rules! Please listen and enjoy Ian and David while doing your best to tolerate Matt. Support Ian by watching FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS (now streaming on Disney+ and available to purchase on DVD/Blu-ray). Follow David on BlueSky: @benreilly149.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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Transformers Generation 2 #1 with Ian Anderson
04/15/2026
Transformers Generation 2 #1 with Ian Anderson
On this episode Matt and returning special guest co-host Ian Anderson travel to a dead planet in the butt end of the galaxy in order to talk about 1993's TRANSFORMERS GENERATION 2 #1. Ian recounts his earliest days on the information superhighway visiting Alt.Toys.Transformers, his love for both Galvatron, why BEAST WARS is still amazing, and how Transformers can be considered "gateway body horror". While Matt tries to become a more professional podcaster and (mostly) refrains from talking about GOBOTS. Also, it's a safe bet that Matt mentions Nightman again. Follow Ian on BlueSky: @comicbookian.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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James Bond: Permission To Die #1 with Eric Hutchins and Dash
04/05/2026
James Bond: Permission To Die #1 with Eric Hutchins and Dash
On the extra special BONUS episode, Matt brings his longtime best friend Eric Hutchins together with his newest friend Dash for their first ever conversation - which, in true Does This Come in Chromium fashion, was SUPPOSED to be about 1989's JAMES BOND: PERMISSION TO DIE #1 (written and illustrated by comics legend MIKE GRELL!)... ...but it ends up being about pretty much the entire James Bond franchise. And that while Eric and Matt were seeing GOLDENEYE in the theater, Dash was literally an infant. This fact still echoes through Matt's brain. Haunting him relentlessly. Also, pay close attention for one of the greatest moments in podcasting history that can only be described as SPECTACULAR STEVEN SEAGAL SYNCHRONICITY! Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Hawkman #1 with Tim Board
04/03/2026
Hawkman #1 with Tim Board
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Tim Board (webmaster of hawkworld.org) walk the mean streets of Chicago's Netherworld neighborhood while discussing 1993's HAWKMAN #1. Tim has been a fan of Hawkman ever since 1977 when he saw a drawing by the great Neal Adams and has devoted countless hours celebrating all things Thanagarian -- so of course Matt invited him on the show to talk about the new (?), mysterious (?), edgy (?) Hawkman that debuted (?) in 1993 in the comic with the shiny gold cover. Importantly, Tim sets the record straight on whether or not Hawkman is a fascist (spoiler alert: the answer is NO!). Less importantly, Matt speaks favorably of the Chase Lawler Manhunter and clearly loves Deadline a little too much. NOTE: There were some technical difficulties while recording, so please forgive the occasional pause or awkward edit. Support Tim by checking out Follow Tim on BlueSky: @hawkworld.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Eclipso: The Darkness Within Part 1 of 4 with Al Sedano
03/29/2026
Eclipso: The Darkness Within Part 1 of 4 with Al Sedano
The DOES THIS COME IN CHROMIUM/THAT GIFFEN SHOW crossover extravaganza begins here! On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Al Sedano (host of THAT GIFFEN SHOW) participate in the grand comic book tradition of shameless crossovers by talking about 1992's ECLIPSO: THE DARKNESS WITHIN #1. Right away Matt makes it clear that ECLIPSO: THE DARKNESS WITHIN is his all-time favorite annual crossover event (sorry BLOODLINES), while Al explains the differences between DC's and Marvel's annual crossovers (he also admits to buying TEN copies of X-FORCE #1, so he's clearly a rich man now). Both Al and Matt applaud Eclipso for his masterful evil plan of keeping solar scientist extraordinaire Bruce Gordon slightly befuddled, while also not being able to figure out what exactly is up with Valor's haircut. Look for part 2 of this epic crossover coming soon to THAT GIFFEN SHOW! Support Al by subscribing and listening to THAT GIFFEN SHOW: Follow Al on BlueSky: @thatgiffenshow.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Robocop Versus The Terminator #1 with Bobby Trippett
03/24/2026
Robocop Versus The Terminator #1 with Bobby Trippett
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Bobby Trippett (host of the GRINDBIN PODCAST) rebuild themselves as ChromiumCops in order to discuss 1992's ROBOCOP VERSUS THE TERMINATOR #1. The first thing you need to know is that, while he's a self-professed man of many obsessions, Bobby loves ROBOCOP (1987) more than anyone else on this planet. It's just a fact. There's no point in arguing it. It would be helpful if right here it could be said that Matt loves THE TERMINATOR (1984) more than anyone else on this planet. But that wouldn't be true. Although Matt does want a SALUTE YOUR SHORTS/TERMINATOR crossover called TERMINATE YOUR SHORTS more than anyone else on this planet. This is all a long way of saying that you, dear listeners, are in the very capabable hands of 50% of the hosts on this episode. That 50% has an incredible level of knowledge and insight not just on the comic and its characters - but also the video games it inspired. The other 50% brings up Nightman. Again. Support Bobby by subscribing and listening to the Grindbin Podcast: Follow Bobby on BlueSky: @bobbytrippett.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug ()
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Kraven the Hunter and Beyond the Reach of Enchantment with Ingi and Atli of Power Paladin
03/20/2026
Kraven the Hunter and Beyond the Reach of Enchantment with Ingi and Atli of Power Paladin
On this episode Matt has the honor of sitting down with Ingi (lead guitar) and Atli (lead vocals) of the Icelandic power metal band POWER PALADIN to talk about their incredible new album, "Beyond the Reach of Enchantment" (pre-order info below) and the song from 2022 that put them on the map, "Kraven the Hunter". Of course, since this is an episode of Does This Come in Chromium, the conversation does not stick to just the topics at hand, but also goes into Power Paladin's origins, anti-viking sentiment, how Atli learned to sing (for the record: Matt is still skeptical about this because Atli's too damn good at singing to be so new at it), being a secret Warhammer fan, songwriting inspiration, and ruminations about short people being the best power metal singers (you know it was Matt that brought this up). The best thing about this conversation is that you'll leave it having met two of the members of your new favorite band - POWER PALADIN! And never forget - with great power comes great metal! Power Paladin's new album, "Beyond the Reach of Enchantment" will be released March 27th 2026, by Roar, a division of Reigning Phoenix. Pre-order the album now on Power Paladin's official site: Reigning Phoenix Music's official site: Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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Incredible Hulk #400 with Ian Anderson
03/17/2026
Incredible Hulk #400 with Ian Anderson
On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Ian Anderson send the old wizard calling on the bathroom mirror straight to voicemail so they can talk amongst themselves about 1992's INCREDIBLE HULK #400. Right off the bat, it's established that Matt is not Ian's dad. With that out of the way, Ian does an amazing...no, wait -- an INCREDIBLE job explaining the Hulk and his supporting cast (including the Pantheon) to Matt, who spends most of the episode wondering if he would look cool in purple pants. He's still undecided. Along the way, Matt and Ian reflect on how difficult it was in the 1990's to catch up on a title you got into late, and also that Chris Bachalo draws the best Hydra agents ever! Oh, and Matt talks about Nightman. Again. He has a problem. Follow Ian on BlueSky: @comicbookian.bsky.social Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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G.I. Joe and Cold Slither with Gus Rios
03/12/2026
G.I. Joe and Cold Slither with Gus Rios
On this episode Matt sits down with musician and lifelong G.I. Joe fan Gus Rios. After proving himself as a talented and hard working drummer in the death metal scene with bands like Malevolent Creation and Gruesome, Gus got the phone call that would bring his passion for both music and G.I. Joe together to create Cold Slither. Well, to create the REAL Cold Slither. The band, lead by the villainous Zartan, already existed in animated form - and now Gus was going to make them flesh and blood. If you don't know anything about Cold Slither or even G.I. Joe, fear not because Gus explains it all in a way that showcases just how passionate and thoughtful he is about the music he creates and the reverence he has for the source material. Along the way, Gus speaks very openly and admirably about his struggles with depression and a suicide attempt in 2019 that lead to him seeking professional help, putting the kind of hardwork he always brought to music into healing, and emerging from the darkest point in his life with a deeper love for G.I. Joe and its cast of, as Gus says, "fictional characters, real heroes". Normally, I'd make some sort of self-deprecating joke about the episode here, but not this time. This time I'm going to very sincerely say: you don't just want to listen, you NEED to listen to this episode. Support Gus and Cold Slither by buying the album: Follow Gus on Instagram: Contact the show: Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (
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