Which comic book publisher is superior: DC or Marvel? The co-hosts of the X-Ray Vision podcast duke it out this week with Rosie Knight on the side of DC and Jason Concepcion arguing for Marvel. And Ronald Young Jr. has the near-impossible task of picking a winner. Jason argues that Marvel is a more modern type of comic book experience and the characters are ... Show More
Jun 2025
Introducing: Evil Genius — Elphaba (The Wicked Witch of the West)
This week, we’re excited to introduce you to Evil Genius from the BBC. Was she a tyrant in a tall hat – or the original girlboss, defying gravity and public opinion? Was she a product of her environment who experienced prejudice, and even if she was, does that allow her to terror ... Show More
34m 43s
Apr 2018
Marvel vs DC - The Cinematic Universe | 6
After more than 50 years of fighting for the hearts and attention spans of millions of readers, television viewers, and movie-goers - who wins this war? Is it DC, the original comic company company behind classic American heroes that defined the dreams of many young men and women ... Show More
26m 4s
Apr 2025
Bonus Clip – Exclusive Drawing Challenge with DC's Jim Lee!
DC Studios Showcase hosts sit down with President, Publisher, and Chief Creative Officer of DC, Jim Lee and face-off for a drawing battle. Get exclusive insights into comic storytelling, Jim’s creative process, and keeping characters fresh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ... Show More
22m 15s
Mar 2018
Marvel vs DC - The Fantastic Mr. Lee | 2
We’ve talked about several wars on this series, but here’s a first: DC and Marvel engaging with each other, sniping, making fun, and getting their fans involved in the argument. A series of editor’s letters, guest columns, and fan mail printed in the comics themselves has everyon ... Show More
22m 32s
Aug 2020
CLANDESTINE Reading Club!
Ryan 'Agent M' Penagos and Tucker Markus take us through all the new comics coming out this week! Marvel Artist Javier Garron joins in to talk about how he became an artist for Marvel, his love for comics, and the original 8-issue run of ClanDestine, a first time read for our hos ... Show More
1h 14m
Feb 2023
DC Is Going Big, but Can It Catch Marvel?
Matt is joined by The Hollywood Reporter’s Borys Kit to discuss DC’s latest press event revealing what the future of the DC universe will look like. They discuss James Gunn’s bold new vision, how this changes the trajectory for DC and Warner Bros. Discovery, James Gunn’s trashing ... Show More
31m 37s
Mar 2018
Marvel vs DC - Origin Stories | 1
In the early 1960s, the Space Race was on, Chubby Checkers got everyone doin’ the twist and Superman was turning 25. DC has it all - a legacy comic, the talented writers and illustrators, and plush offices in Manhattan. Marvel is around but it’s much smaller. They only have one f ... Show More
22m 10s
Mar 2018
Marvel vs DC - Copycat | 3
As Marvel’s richer storylines captivate more readers, DC just can’t keep up, or fully understand Marvel’s success. They even try directly copying Marvel’s style, but go about it in the worst way. Just when it looks like DC’s days at the top are numbered, they throw one final Hail ... Show More
21m 30s
Apr 2023
Spider-Man vs. Batman: A super debate
Our final debate of the season is a superpowered smackdown between two heroic icons: the spunky web-slinger from Queens and the brave guardian of Gotham. Ne'er-do-wells beware, because it’s Spider-Man vs. Batman! We’ve got actor, writer, and Story Pirates co-host Peter McNerney r ... Show More
37m 15s
Jul 2022
The Best Superhero Introduction
Inspired by the introduction of the Mighty Thor in ‘Thor: Love and Thunder', Dave, Joanna, and Neil debate the best superhero introduction in film or television. First, they share their thoughts on the newest ‘Thor’ movie (3:22). Then, Neil goes over the rules of the debate and r ... Show More
1h 4m