Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Latest Episodes:

Artificial Intelligence! Rise Of The Machines! Apr 18, 2023

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A very special episode discussing the Rise of Artificial Intelligence and its growing influence on music, movies and art. Deep Fakes! Midjourney! Rob shares his own experiences with A.I. art as well as his belief why mankind will prevail!

Ebony & Ivory! Power Man/Iron Fist! Diversity In Comics pt.2! Apr 14, 2023

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Two comic books representing two separate factions of fans, each struggling to sell enough copies to stave off cancelation, combined to achieve success neither comic had experienced before! Marvel’s Power Man & Iron Fist checks all the boxes! It’s like Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder with lots of martial arts!

Star Wars:The Holiday Special! Apr 11, 2023

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Rob takes you back to that fateful night in November 1978, the one and only showing of The Star Wars Holiday Special! We examine the culture of the 1970’s variety show format that informed the special as well as why access to anything Star Wars was at such a premium! Plus, Boba Fett! Life Day! Itchy! Lumpy! All that make-up on Luke Skywalker!

Frank Miller at Marvel! Rare 1982 Interview! Apr 07, 2023

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We visit a rare Frank Miller interview from 1982 and go inside the mind of an absolute master of the craft. From his early days learning from Neal Adams to the origins & inspiration for Elektra to Miller’s portrayal of violence, this one is packed with drama and insight! Learn why he Miller sought to differentiate Daredevil from Spider Man & Batman! Also - the birth of Marvel’s lucrative royalty system!

Comic Book Feuds! Liefeld! Wizard! Marvel! Image! Apr 04, 2023

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Taking it all the way back to 1992 and THAT controversial cover and THAT controversial creator and THAT controversial interview! Or was it?? All hands on deck for Liefeld Vs. Wizard Vs. Marvel Vs. Image!

To Boldly Go! Which Star Trek are you?? Mar 31, 2023

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Since it’s inception, Star Trek has been prominent in tv, movies, comics & toys. Rob looks at his own journey with Star Trek across the decades and tells you why the best Star Trek comic book features the X-Men!

Feels Like The First Time! Mar 28, 2023

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What era you first encounter an artist can establish how you feel and relate to their work. Rob shares a rare comic that provided multiple first encounters with talents that would go on to be super-stars! Also, The Comic Book & Collectible Marketplace!

Robtopsy - Marvel’s Star Wars 1977! Mar 24, 2023

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The comic that saved Marvel! The original Marvel comic book adaptation of Star Wars gets the full Robtopsy examination! The historical relevance of the comic book Stan Lee didn’t want to publish is revealed! How taking a chance on an unknown “Space Opera” turned the fortunes of a publishing company on the brink! The scenes that didn’t make the film, the legendary creators and much, much more!

Rob Liefeld’s Superman?? Public Domain pt. 2! Mar 21, 2023

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Superman is racing towards the Public Domain as fast as a speeding bullet? When he arrives, if he arrives, what exactly will be available? Rob is sharpening his pencils in anticipation of creating his own Superman adventures, should you?

The Flame Mar 17, 2023

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A discussion of the fire that sparks conflict and ignites creativity!