Episodes
Friday Jun 01, 2018
Friday Jun 01, 2018
There's just one more issue before the big reveal of HKC!'s top Spider-Man villain!
For now Andrew Farmer and Cole Houston welcome you to the jungle that is a large part of the Spidey foe pantheon. From obvious major players like the Lizard and Rhino to lesser known baddies such as Kangaroo or the Slug, numerous are the characters that have gone up against Ol' Web Head who's sobriquet has its origins in the natural world.
Join the guys and their special guest, The Rantcor Pit's Eddie Medina as they look at villians from Beetle to Vulture!
Saturday May 26, 2018
Hey Kids, Comics! #269 - Rogue-ish I's II: Tangled Web Part 3: Well Armed
Saturday May 26, 2018
Saturday May 26, 2018
Welcome at last to the middle chapter of Rogue-ish I's II: Tangled Web. This arc has esplored some of the top Spider-Man foes, their inspiration and history, their origins and motivations, and anything else that comes to mind. Andrew Farmer and Cole Houston are joined, under duress, by The Rantcor Pit Live's own inter, Stephen Fett. Get ready for a tripple armload of Spidey villain conversation with this issues's look at Doctor Octopus!
Friday Nov 03, 2017
Hey Kids, Comics! #253 - I Think I'm Turning Japanese: Family Feudal
Friday Nov 03, 2017
Friday Nov 03, 2017
Welcome to a new story arc that is running a bit late due to varied circumstances.
Andrew Farmer and Cole Houston are pleased to bring you a challenging new series of issues of the show that delve into a realm that is not as familair to them as most - Japanese comics. The rise and influence of Manga and the unique style and conventions of this cultural genre present much to discuss for your hosts.
For the first episode the Feudal period of Japan, a popular chestnut in Manga, is explored.
Saturday Jul 15, 2017
The Rantcor Pit #68 Hey Hasbro! (Part 2: Back in Black)
Saturday Jul 15, 2017
Saturday Jul 15, 2017
It's time to talk Star Wars toys that don't exist - yet - once again.
Welcome to the second (and final) part of 'Hey Hasbro!" in which Cole Houston and Eddie Medina dig deeper into their modern Star Wars toy wish list. What characters and creatures do they favor that they did not get to last time? Can they stick to talking about just the 6" scale Black Series? Can only two episodes of the show truly suffice to cover so much ground?
Find out what Your Favorite Star Wars Guys hope to check off of their collecting bucket list in the upcoming years. This (and the episode before it) will be something to look back at in a few years and see what, if anything, got the toy treatment and satisfied the Rantcor Pit's ravenous appetite for collectbles.
Friday Jul 14, 2017
Hey Kids, Comics! #236 - The Writing on the Wall
Friday Jul 14, 2017
Friday Jul 14, 2017
What's this? A "Watchmen" issue of "Hey Kids, Comics!"?!
Yes, it is true. This outing Andrew Farmer and Cole Houston discuss what is largely believed to be Cole's favorite topic when it comes to comics, "Watchmen".
But this time its a bit different. The discussions take your hosts, and their special guest Catherine Houston, beyond just the comic series itself. This one is about the phenomenon. From ocuntless incarnations of published collections of the comic to movies to merchandising, there was plenty to explore this week.
Catherine "Mrs. JediCole" Houston joins the show due in no small part to haveing a certain fondness for Watchmen in her own right.
Friday Jul 07, 2017
Hey Kids, Comics! #235 - Independents Day
Friday Jul 07, 2017
Friday Jul 07, 2017
Hot on the heels of the "Period Pieces" story arc, the latest issue runs a bit late for the Fourth of July, but none the less carries that theme with a look at the various booms and busts and myriad titles that are collectively known as Indys.
Andrew Farmer and Cole Houston are joined by comic book scholar Weldon Adams in an exploration of independent comic publishers and their work. What defines a comic as an Indy? What comics of this ilk managed to reach the pinacles of success? Which ambitious titles failed miserable and which miserable titles failed even more so in the often flooded marketplace? These and other questions are posed and answered as Hey Kids, Comics! declares independents!
Wednesday Jul 05, 2017
The Rantcor Pit #67 - Hey Hasbro! (Part 1: Small Scale, Big Ideas)
Wednesday Jul 05, 2017
Wednesday Jul 05, 2017
Cole "JediCole" Houston and Eddie-Wan Medina have taken it upon themselves to let Hasbro Toys know what is lacking in their Star Wars line!
Specifically, they are launching The Force of July 2017 (because this episode ran late) with a very personal discussion of what they personally want to see in the coming years from Star Wars at Hasbro. Concentrating primarily on the often ignored 3.75" line, they share favorite picks that have yet to see the light of day. When it comes to the 6" Black Series, well, that is in the mix, too.
And the reason this turned into a two-parter!
Friday Jun 02, 2017
Hey Kids, Comics! #230 - Period Pieces: The Time Before Time
Friday Jun 02, 2017
Friday Jun 02, 2017
Welcome all to a new story arc for Hey Kids, Comics! Andrew Farmer and Cole Houston are riding the "time bullet train" to yesteryears for the next five issues. So what better jumping off point than the age of the dinosaur through that of the dawn of man.
Prehisotry is a popular period for comics and there are many noteable prehistoric-themed titles and characters up for discussion. The Rantcor Pit's own Eddie Medina joins the paleolithic fun this outing!
Thursday Dec 01, 2016
Hey Kids, Comics! #207 - Have Yourself a Merry Little Hey Kids, Comics!
Thursday Dec 01, 2016
Thursday Dec 01, 2016
With Christmas fast approaching (as evidenced by the decor that invaded retail establishments as early as October 1 this year), it is time yet again for Andrew Farmer and Cole Houston to share their thougths on what comic book related (and a few not so related) items make ideal gifts for the comic fan in your life.
It is time again for the Hey Kids, Comics! Christmas Wishlist!
Your holiday hosts proudly share their top picks season for gifts, stocking stuffers, and more to delight every comic fan on your list! "Hey kids, Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night!
Monday Jul 25, 2016
HKC! SDCC 2016 Special
Monday Jul 25, 2016
Monday Jul 25, 2016