Under the Comic Covers

We are Mr. Blahg and Grace, we review our favorite indie comics such as The Walking Dead, Saga, Manifest Destiny, Wayward, Sex Criminals, and more. Join us Under the Comic Covers weekly.

184: The Walking Dead #175 - UtCC Finale 01/05/2018

184: The Walking Dead #175 - UtCC Finale Under the Comic Covers ends where it began four years ago, with The Walking Dead. We found it fitting and appropriate for this book to be the final issue we dive into. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/6117332

183: The Walking Dead #174; Paper Girls #18 12/08/2017

183: The Walking Dead #174; Paper Girls #18 Under the Comic Covers has the distinct pleasure of talking about two fantastic issues of two fantastic books in this episode. We open with The Walking Dead #174, giving us our best look yet at Negan's inner-self as well as giving us, the readers, some well earned closure for a couple of characters. We then move on to Paper Girls #18, where we get some much needed exposition which completely alters our view of the various players in this particular story. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/6024024

182: Copperhead #16; Wayward #25; Manifest Destiny #32 12/01/2017

182: Copperhead #16; Wayward #25; Manifest Destiny #32 Under the Comic Covers returns from a short holiday break to discuss three great books. First up, we talk about Copperhead #16 before moving on to Wayward #25. Finally, we round it all up with this week's release, Manifest Destiny #32. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5998651

181: Black Science #33 11/17/2017

181: Black Science #33 Under the Comic Covers dives head first into the Eververse this week as we talk about Rick Remender's incredible sci-fi masterpiece, Black Science #33. Yes, we fan-boy/girl the hell out of this book, and specifically this issue... but dag-nabbit, it's worth the adulation! /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5953975

180: The Walking Dead #173; Paper Girls #17; Royal City #7 11/10/2017

180: The Walking Dead #173; Paper Girls #17; Royal City #7 Under the Comic Covers is back this week to tackle three fantastic books; The Walking Dead #173, Paper Girls #17, and Royal City #7. Our apologies for the delay in our coverage of The Walking Dead and Paper Girls, it was all Mr. Blahg's fault. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5930716

179: Saga #48; Copperhead #15; Wayward #24 10/26/2017

179: Saga #48; Copperhead #15; Wayward #24 This week, Under the Comic Covers has three amazing issues to go over. First, we finish out the latest arc with Saga #48... we then travel to a more frontier-like planet with the western themed Copperhead #15... and finally, we discuss a literally explosive issue of Wayward #24. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5878536

178: They're Not Like Us #16 10/24/2017

178: They're Not Like Us #16 Under the Comic Covers is always happy to welcome back a book that hasn't released a new issue in a while... They're Not Like Us #16 brings us back to a San Francisco filled with young "gifted" people and begins it's final three issue push. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5870873

177: Black Science #32; Royal City #6 10/13/2017

177: Black Science #32; Royal City #6 This week, Under the Comic Covers dives head first into the Eververse with Black Science #32 and gets some heavy emotion with Jeff Lemire's Royal City #6. Two great titles... two great issues... two fun chats. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5836071

176: The Walking Dead #172; Manifest Destiny #31; Paper Girls #16 10/06/2017

176: The Walking Dead #172; Manifest Destiny #31; Paper Girls #16 Under the Comic Covers is very pleased to discuss three great books in what was a fantastic week for comics. First up, we talk about The Walking Dead #172, giving us one hell of a cliffhanger. We move on to the 19th century and delve into Manifest Destiny #31. Finally we travel through time once again and land in the year 2000 as we have a confused chat about Paper Girls #16. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5813030

175: Saga #47; Rat Queens Special: Orc Dave #1 09/29/2017

175: Saga #47; Rat Queens Special: Orc Dave #1 This week, we go Under the Comic Covers of Saga #47, where we learn quite a bit more about someone's past, and Rat Queens Special: Orc Dave #1... which we were very pleasantly surprised by. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5788649

174: Wayward #23 09/21/2017

174: Wayward #23 Under the Comic Covers heads to Japan this week as we discuss Wayward #23. There are some rather huge developments in this month's issue, and the action is ramped up. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5763361

173: Black Science #31 09/15/2017

173: Black Science #31 Under the Comic Covers dives headfirst into the Eververse as we talk about the start of a new arc of Rick Remender's sci-fi masterpiece (yes, I'm going to call it a masterpiece), Black Science #31. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5741983

172: The Walking Dead #171 09/08/2017

172: The Walking Dead #171 This week, Under the Comic Covers has a chat about The Walking Dead #171: Fear the Princess. There seem to be a few differing opinions on this issue, and we received more mail than we have in quite a while. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5719281

171: Saga #46 08/31/2017

171: Saga #46 Under the Comic Covers returns this week with our discussion of Saga #46. Like always, this book delivers quite the range of emotion throughout a single issue... ending with quite a twist. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5696285

170: Rat Queens, Vol 2 #5; Motor Girl, Vol 1: Real Life 08/20/2017

170: Rat Queens, Vol 2 #5; Motor Girl, Vol 1: Real Life First up, we discuss Rat Queens, Vol 2 #5 and talk about how the first arc since it's reboot finishes up. We then move on to Terry Moore's Motor Girl Vol 1: Real Life. This is our first title from Terry Moore that we have covered on the show, and sadly, there are only two issues remaining in the series. We look forward to closing out this book in a few months, and are even more excited for what Terry Moore and his Abstract Studio have for us next. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5659879

169: Manifest Destiny #30 08/11/2017

169: Manifest Destiny #30 Under the Comic Covers returns to chat about the final issue of what we are calling the "Fog Arc", Manifest Destiny #30. Plus, we talk about our latest Top of the Stack, Elsewhere from Jay Faerber and Sumeyye Kesgin. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5631261

168: The Walking Dead #170; Sex Criminals #20 08/04/2017

168: The Walking Dead #170; Sex Criminals #20 Under the Comic Covers is always pleased to discuss these two great titles. We open with a fantastic issue of The Walking Dead #170, and close out the show with Sex Criminals #20... things are not going so well for our beloved Jon and Suzie. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5608408

167: Saga #45; Royal City #5; Wayward #22 07/28/2017

167: Saga #45; Royal City #5; Wayward #22 After having a week off, Under the Comic Covers returns fired up and ready to talk about a few comics. First up, we discuss the latest issue of the Eisner (very well) awarded Saga #45. We follow this up with Royal City #5. A week late... but better late than never. Finally we wrap up the week with Wayward #22. /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5586622

166: The Walking Dead #169; Rat Queens, Vol 2 #4 07/13/2017

166: The Walking Dead #169; Rat Queens, Vol 2 #4 Under the Comic Covers returns with the beginning of a new arc with The Walking Dead #169, and we continue with a new quest for Rat Queens, Vol 2 #4. Make sure to listen to the news for updates regarding our summer schedule for the podcast. Enjoy... Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (3:10) The Walking Dead #169 (5:59) The Walking Dead Mail (34:40) Rat Queens, Vol 2 #4 (45:40) Rat Queens Mail (1:00:54) End (1:02:02) Next episode: Saga #45; Royal City #5; Wayward #22 Any questions, comments, or talking treasure chests can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5536825

165: Saga #44; Royal City #4; Wayward #21 06/30/2017

165: Saga #44; Royal City #4; Wayward #21 Under the Comic Covers is so pleased to discuss three great books this week after having the last week off. First up, we talk about Saga #44, the second issue of this new arc... followed by Royal City #4, another deep dive into the emotional abyss that is Jeff Lemire... and all rounded out by Wayward #21, the first issue of the new arc, starting off with a bang, and a surprising amount of emotion from the unlikeliest of characters. Enjoy... Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (4:27) Saga #44 (11:06) Saga Mail (30:42) Royal City #4 (35:18) Royal City Mail (55:43) Wayward #21 (58:43) Wayward Mail (1:20:33) End (1:24:49) Next episode: The Walking Dead #169; Rat Queens V2 #4 Any questions, comments, or what she said can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5495125

164: Copperhead #14; Manifest Destiny #29 06/16/2017

164: Copperhead #14; Manifest Destiny #29 Under the Comic Covers is back again to discuss two fantastic books released this week, Copperhead #14 and Manifest Destiny #29. Two stories with a western feel that couldn't be further apart in genre. Enjoy... Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (3:07) Copperhead #14 (9:03) Copperhead Mail (20:04) Manifest Destiny #29 (23:16) Manifest Destiny Mail (40:51)) End (43:51) Next episode: Royal City #4, Saga #44, Wayward #21... or maybe something in between. Stayed tuned. Any questions, comments, or whatever Lewis and Clark are smoking can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5453590

163: The Walking Dead #168; Paper Girls #15 06/08/2017

163: The Walking Dead #168; Paper Girls #15 Not all books are created equal, and this week gives us two examples of how you wrap up an arc in spectacular fashion, and Under the Comic Covers is here to dig deep into why these two issues work so well. First, we discuss The Walking Dead #168, an amazing issue that still manages more than a few laughs, a few tense moments, and enough sadness to crack the toughest heart. Then we move on to Paper Girls #15... we are left with so many new questions, and the promise of something great when this book returns. Enjoy... Chapters Intro (0:00) The Walking Dead #168 (4:47) The Walking Dead Mail (39:21) Paper Girls #15 (49:00) Paper Girls Mail (1:17:50) End (1:23:54) Next episode: Manifest Destiny #29; Copperhead #14 Any questions, comments, or foot vaginas can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5431017

162: Black Science #30; Saga #43; Sex Criminals #19 06/02/2017

162: Black Science #30; Saga #43; Sex Criminals #19 Holy covfefe! This is a great week for comics, and Under the Comic Covers is happy to chat it up about Black Science #30, Saga #43, and Sex Criminals #19. Seriously... three great issues of three great books. We have a lot of fun with this, we hope you do too. Enjoy... Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (2:18) Black Science #30 (8:44) Black Science Mail (34:17) Saga #43 (39:36) Saga Mail (1:05:28) Sex Criminals #19 (1:10:30) Sex Criminals Mail (1:36:46) Top of the Stack: Roughneck (1:38:25) End (1:40:54) Next episode: The Walking Dead #168 and Paper Girls #15 Any questions, comments, or books chock full of daddy issues can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5412083

161: Rat Queens, Vol 2 #3 05/26/2017

161: Rat Queens, Vol 2 #3 Under the Comic Covers returns to Palisade this week as we discuss Rat Queens, Vol. 2 #3. We have a couple of differing opinions, but overall... not our favorite issue. Enjoy... Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (1:52) Rat Queens, Vol. 2 #3 (5:38) Rat Queens Mail (28:52) End (32:06) Next episode: Black Science #30, Saga #43, and Sex Criminals #19 Any questions, comments, or a spirit stone so one can... uhhhh... commune, yeah, commune with their dearly departed can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5391293

160: Royal City #3 05/19/2017

160: Royal City #3 Is there another comic writer who does ennui as perfectly as Jeff Lemire? Under the Comic Covers looks for that answer this week as we discuss Royal City #3. Enjoy... Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (2:53) Royal City #3 (7:36) Royal City Mail (30:50) End (34:46) Next episode: Rat Queens #3 Any questions, comments, or giant dream radios can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5370429

159: Copperhead #13 05/12/2017

159: Copperhead #13 This week, Under the Comic Covers moseys on over to our local space saloon and grabs ourselves a few glasses of blue milk and has a chat about Copperhead #13. A tale of murder most foul, of desperate criminals, and precisely one dead unnamed prostitute. Giddy'up pardner! Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (3:26) Copperhead #13 (9:45) Copperhead Mail (24:55) End (29:39) Next episode: Manifest Destiny #29; Royal City #3 Any questions, comments, or a Series Five (preferably a Series Six, but beggars can't be choosers) Teleporter can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5349402

158: The Walking Dead #167; Manifest Destiny #28; Paper Girls #14 05/04/2017

158: The Walking Dead #167; Manifest Destiny #28; Paper Girls #14 Under the Comic Covers is no stranger to depressing material... but this week? This week delivers an emotional punch that, even though we saw it coming, landed with a hard gut churning thud. The Walking Dead #167 tackles one of it's saddest moments in a long history of sad moments, and we are there to talk it through. In addition to the misery-fest that is The Walking Dead this month, we also cover some lighter fare... and by that we mean a couple other books that are violent, chaotic, and occasionally funny. Manifest Destiny #28 returns to the psycho fog, and Paper Girls #14 finds our intrepid explorers reunited, if for just a brief moment. Enjoy... and we hope you are all alright. Consider this your group therapy. Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (2:38) The Walking Dead #167 (8:22) The Walking Dead Mail (28:45) Manifest Destiny #28 (33:35) Paper Girls #14 (49:40) End (1:05:37) Next episode: Copperhead #13 Any questions, comments, or a pair of super cool future jumpy boots can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5325154

157: The Wicked + The Divine, Vol 5: Imperial Phase, Part 1 04/27/2017

157: The Wicked + The Divine, Vol 5: Imperial Phase, Part 1 Under the Comic Covers returns to a world where god's roam the earth, but for only two years. Yes, we will be discussing the fifth volume of The Wicked + The Divine: Imperial Phase, Part 1. Join us as we talk about our Top 5 moments from issues #23 - 28. Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (6:31) The Wicked + The Divine, Vol 5: Imperial Phase, Part 1 (12:35) Wik + Div Mail (57:34) End (1:05:07) Next episode: Manifest Destiny #28; Paper Girls #14; The Walking Dead #167 Any questions, comments, or tasty kitty snacks can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5304995

156: Black Science #29; Royal City #2; Sex Criminals #18 04/20/2017

156: Black Science #29; Royal City #2; Sex Criminals #18 Under the Comic Covers is happy to discuss three great titles this week, plus we talk about a fourth book in our Top of the Stack segment. First up, we return to the Eververse in Black Science #29, followed by the latest emotional slice of life from Jeff Lemire with Royal City #2, then a fun sexy romp with Sex Criminals #18. Rounding out the discussion in this episode, we will be ripping an issue from the Top of the Stack with the latest book from Donny Cates, Redneck #1 Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (2:13) Black Science #29 (11:58) Black Science Mail (28:34) Royal City #2 (31:26) Royal City Mail (52:31) Sex Criminals #18 (54:25) Sex Criminals Mail (1:19:57) Top of the Stack: Redneck #1 (1:21:40) End (1:27:18) Next episode: The Wicked + The Divine, Vol. 5: Imperial Phase, Part 1 Any questions, comments, or whatever toy Jon is obsessing over can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5283848

155: Copperhead #12; Rat Queens #2 04/14/2017

155: Copperhead #12; Rat Queens #2 This week we go Under the Comic Covers of Copperhead #12 and Rat Queens #2. Both books are returning after long absences and the switch in artists, but we are getting into the groove of the new presentations and we are happy across the board. Plus, Mr. B offers up a new Top of the Stack in John Layman (yes... THAT John Layman from CHEW!) and Sam Keith's new book from Aftershock, Eleanor & The Egret. Chapters Intro (0:00) UtCC News of the Week (4:06) Copperhead #12 (5:27) Copperhead Mail (23:00) Rat Queens #2 (24:23) Rat Queens Mail (41:44) Top of the Stack: Eleanor & The Egret (43:13) End (49:10) Next episode: Black Science #29, Royal City #2, and Sex Criminals #18 Any questions, comments, or any leads on a reputable gut merchant can be sent to You can also leave us a voicemail at (678) 796-UTCC, that's (678) 796-8822 Download and subscribe to this podcast in iTunes We can also be found on the app for both iPhone and Android users. Look for us on Facebook at Follow us on Twitter And visit our Tumblr page Be sure to also check out the other great podcasts on the . Intro and outro music provided by /episode/index/show/utccovers/id/5265541

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