My Comic Shop History

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Sinopsis

My Comic Shop History is a podcast hosted by filmmaker Anthony Desiato (My Comic Shop DocumentARy, By Spoon!, Wacky Man) exploring the culture, economics, and psychology of the comics retail industry. This season, Alternate Realities may be gone, but there's a whole world of comic shops out there. Be part of the journey as My Comic Shop History visits comic book stores across America to talk to the people behind the counter.

Episodios

  • For All Seasons Chapter IV — Fall (SERIES FINALE)

    01/11/2023 Duración: 03h04min

    Host Anthony Desiato reunites with his Alternate Realities brethren Steve Oto, Rich Roney, and Bill Maio one last time in the SERIES FINALE of the My Comic Shop History podcast series. Almost a decade since the closing of The Store, where does the AR community go from here?In Act I of the podcast's farewell event, the gang relives their favorite AR stories, ponders their comic shop present & future, and gives some shout-outs. Then, in Act II, they hear from some old friends, compete in a "draft" of legendary AR customers, and share their gratitude before bidding the audience farewell.The song heard throughout the episode is "Evil Deaded" by Ralph Puma, which has been featured multiple times on this podcast and the films MY COMIC SHOP DOCUMENTARY & MY COMIC SHOP COUNTRY. Thank you to ALL guests, listeners, and supporters over the years. Be sure to follow your host on his other podcast series (including DIGGING FOR KRYPTONITE), show your local comic shop some love, and above all else: Don't be a flat sq

  • For All Seasons Chapter III — Summer

    13/07/2023 Duración: 01h45min

    Host Anthony Desiato reunites with Alternate Realities elder statesman Rich Roney to discuss memories of The Store's dismantling, a small gathARing this past Memorial Day weekend, the state of Rich's comic book reading, a disappointing change of plans regarding an upcoming AR reunion, and—of course—friendship & fun. PLUS! The ongoing saga of Rich Roney vs. Technology reaches its most outrageous turn yet.This is penultimate episode of My Comic Shop History. The series finale arrives this Fall.My Comic Shop History is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Philtastic Phil Maenza and music by Ralph Puma.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato.Join the conversation by becoming part of the Flat Squirrel Podcast Network Facebook Group, and follow the show on Instagram (@mycomicshopcountrymovie) and Twitter (@mycomicshopdoc). Watch MY COMIC SHOP COUNTRY on Amazon, Apple TV, or Tubi. Visit FlatSquirrelProductions.com for more film and podcast projects. Visit BCW Suppli

  • For All Seasons Chapter II — Spring

    05/05/2023 Duración: 01h28min

    Host Anthony Desiato reunites with former Alternate Realities owner Steve Oto to discuss a recent comic shop resurrection in the Westchester area, a long-awaited update on a beloved AR figure, and the many changes in Steve's life, including the closing of his Diamond Comics account.This is the second of the final four episodes of My Comic Shop History. Chapter III arrives this Summer.More music by Ralph Puma: https://linktr.ee/RalphPumaMy Comic Shop History is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Philtastic Phil Maenza and music by Ralph Puma.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato.Join the conversation by becoming part of the Flat Squirrel Podcast Network Facebook Group, and follow the show on Instagram (@mycomicshopcountrymovie) and Twitter (@mycomicshopdoc). Watch MY COMIC SHOP COUNTRY on Amazon, Apple TV, or CuriosityStream. Visit FlatSquirrelProductions.com for more film and podcast projects. Visit BCW Supplies and use promo code FSP to save 10% on your next

  • For All Seasons Chapter I — Winter

    02/02/2023 Duración: 01h39min

    Host Anthony Desiato reunites with Alternate Realities legend Bill Maio for the beginning of the podcast's final run of episodes. They discuss hopes for an upcoming reunion of the AR gang, the state of the comics industry, and the recent closing of Westchester comic shop The Spider's Web.This is the first of the final four episodes of My Comic Shop History. Chapter II arrives this Spring.Visit CinemaArtsCentre.org for tickets to the 2/20/23 My Comic Shop Country screening!My Comic Shop History is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Philtastic Phil Maenza and music by Ralph Puma.Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato.Join the conversation by becoming part of the Flat Squirrel Podcast Network Facebook Group, and follow the show on Instagram (@mycomicshopcountrymovie) and Twitter (@mycomicshopdoc). Watch MY COMIC SHOP COUNTRY on Amazon, Apple TV, or CuriosityStream. Visit FlatSquirrelProductions.com for more film and podcast projects. Visit BCW Supplies and use pr

  • The Once and Future Lord Retail Part III of III

    16/11/2022 Duración: 01h44min

    Host Anthony Desiato sits down with the enigmatic owner of Acme Comics, Jermaine Exum (aka Lord Retail), for an epic trilogy event. In the finale, Jermaine reveals customer confusion over the "Death of Superman" 30th anniversary special, shares what's on (or rather what's NOT on) his dating profile, and tees up the future of the Lord Retail brand.The podcast returns with "For All Seasons," a quarterly farewell event, in 2023. My Comic Shop History concludes next year!My Comic Shop History is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Joel Carroll and theme music by Basic Printer. Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato.Join the conversation by becoming part of the Flat Squirrel Podcast Network Facebook Group, and follow the show on Instagram (@mycomicshopcountrymovie) and Twitter (@mycomicshopdoc). Watch MY COMIC SHOP COUNTRY on Amazon, Apple TV, or CuriosityStream. Visit FlatSquirrelProductions.com for more film and podcast projects. Visit BCW Supplies and use promo

  • The Once and Future Lord Retail Part II of III

    19/10/2022 Duración: 01h21min

    Host Anthony Desiato sits down with the enigmatic owner of Acme Comics, Jermaine Exum (aka Lord Retail), for an epic trilogy event. In Part II, Jermaine discusses Superman comic recommendations, digital comics, distribution struggles, and choosing his words carefully. My Comic Shop History is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Joel Carroll and theme music by Basic Printer. Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at https://www.patreon.com/anthonydesiato (Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato). Join the conversation by becoming part of the https://www.facebook.com/groups/flatsquirrelpodcastnetwork (Flat Squirrel Podcast Network Facebook Group), and follow the show on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mycomicshopcountrymovie/ (@mycomicshopcountrymovie)) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/mycomicshopdoc/ (@mycomicshopdoc)). Watch MY COMIC SHOP COUNTRY on https://www.amazon.com/Comic-Shop-Country-Jermaine-Exum/dp/B085GJXDST (Amazon), https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/my-comic-shop-country/id1501213240 (

  • The Once and Future Lord Retail Part I of III

    14/09/2022 Duración: 01h22min

    Host Anthony Desiato sits down with the enigmatic owner of Acme Comics, Jermaine Exum (aka Lord Retail), for an epic trilogy event. In Part I, Jermaine discusses the process of breaking the news to the Acme community that he had assumed ownership of the shop. Also, Anthony shares some updates on those people and shops who have been part of past seasons of the podcast. My Comic Shop History is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Joel Carroll and theme music by Basic Printer. Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at https://www.patreon.com/anthonydesiato (Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato). Join the conversation by becoming part of the https://www.facebook.com/groups/flatsquirrelpodcastnetwork (Flat Squirrel Podcast Network Facebook Group), and follow the show on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mycomicshopcountrymovie/ (@mycomicshopcountrymovie)) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/mycomicshopdoc/ (@mycomicshopdoc)). Watch MY COMIC SHOP COUNTRY on https://www.amazon.com/Comic-Shop-Country-Jermai

  • Oldest in New Jersey Part IV of IV

    17/05/2022 Duración: 01h19min

    Host Anthony Desiato shines a light on NJ comic shop FAT MOOSE COMICS as it celebrates its milestone 40th year in operation. In Part IV, the finale, Anthony reunites with current Moose owner Shawn Hendricks to recap the 40th anniversary celebration and to ponder the future of the store. My Comic Shop History returns later in 2022 with another multi-part event: "The Once & Future Lord Retail," the definitive interview series with Acme Comics owner Jermaine "LORD RETAIL" Exum. My Comic Shop History is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Phil Maenza and theme music by Basic Printer. Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at https://www.patreon.com/anthonydesiato (Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato). Join the conversation by becoming part of the https://www.facebook.com/groups/flatsquirrelpodcastnetwork (Flat Squirrel Podcast Network Facebook Group), and follow the show on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mycomicshopcountrymovie/ (@mycomicshopcountrymovie)) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/myc

  • Oldest in New Jersey Part III of IV

    19/04/2022 Duración: 01h23min

    Host Anthony Desiato shines a light on NJ comic shop FAT MOOSE COMICS as it celebrates its milestone 40th year in operation. In Part III, Anthony welcomes two members of the Fat Moose "Herd," longtime customers Gene Cahill and "Philtastic" Phil Maenza, to discuss their experiences in front of the counter. My Comic Shop History is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Phil Maenza and theme music by Basic Printer. Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at https://www.patreon.com/anthonydesiato (Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato). Join the conversation by becoming part of the https://www.facebook.com/groups/flatsquirrelpodcastnetwork (Flat Squirrel Podcast Network Facebook Group), and follow the show on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mycomicshopcountrymovie/ (@mycomicshopcountrymovie)) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/mycomicshopdoc/ (@mycomicshopdoc)). Watch MY COMIC SHOP COUNTRY on https://www.amazon.com/Comic-Shop-Country-Jermaine-Exum/dp/B085GJXDST (Amazon), https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie

  • Oldest in New Jersey Part II of IV

    15/03/2022 Duración: 01h27min

    Host Anthony Desiato shines a light on NJ comic shop FAT MOOSE COMICS as it celebrates its milestone 40th year in operation. In Part II, Anthony welcomes Moose founder and former owner Ilan Strasser to discuss the shop's origin, evolution, and sale. My Comic Shop History is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Phil Maenza and theme music by Basic Printer. Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at https://www.patreon.com/anthonydesiato (Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato). Join the conversation by becoming part of the https://www.facebook.com/groups/flatsquirrelpodcastnetwork (Flat Squirrel Podcast Network Facebook Group), and follow the show on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mycomicshopcountrymovie/ (@mycomicshopcountrymovie)) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/mycomicshopdoc/ (@mycomicshopdoc)). Watch MY COMIC SHOP COUNTRY on https://www.amazon.com/Comic-Shop-Country-Jermaine-Exum/dp/B085GJXDST (Amazon), https://itunes.apple.com/us/movie/my-comic-shop-country/id1501213240 (Apple TV), or https:

  • Oldest in New Jersey Part I of IV

    15/02/2022 Duración: 01h37min

    Host Anthony Desiato shines a light on NJ comic shop FAT MOOSE COMICS as it celebrates its milestone 40th year in operation. In Part I, Anthony welcomes his pal and current Moose owner Shawn Hendricks, who took over the store in 2020...just in time for a pandemic. Now, Shawn reflects on his transition from clerk to owner as he prepares to celebrate the shop's 40th anniversary. My Comic Shop History is a Flat Squirrel Production. Key art by Phil Maenza and theme music by Basic Printer. Support the show and receive exclusive podcast content at https://www.patreon.com/anthonydesiato (Patreon.com/AnthonyDesiato). Join the conversation by becoming part of the https://www.facebook.com/groups/flatsquirrelpodcastnetwork (Flat Squirrel Podcast Network Facebook Group), and follow the show on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mycomicshopcountrymovie/ (@mycomicshopcountrymovie)) and Twitter (https://twitter.com/mycomicshopdoc/ (@mycomicshopdoc)). Watch MY COMIC SHOP COUNTRY on https://www.amazon.com/Comic-Shop-Countr

  • The LongAR Halloween Part XIII: Fun (Finale)

    05/10/2021 Duración: 01h42min

    Host Anthony Desiato celebrates Halloween once more with Alternate Realities legend Dr. Bill Maio in the finale of "The LongAR Halloween." My Comic Shop History will return in 2022. In the meantime, be sure to listen to Digging for Kryptonite: A Superman Fan Journey, available on all major podcast platforms. Support this podcast

  • The LongAR Halloween Part XII: Labor Day

    07/09/2021 Duración: 01h01min

    Host Anthony Desiato celebrates Labor Day with former Alternate Realities customer and first-time podcast guest Pete Dwyer in Part XII of "The LongAR Halloween." Support this podcast

  • The LongAR Halloween Part XI: Ryan Holiday

    03/08/2021 Duración: 01h18min

    Host Anthony Desiato celebrates the August birthday of former Alternate Realities employee Steve Ryan in Part XI of "The LongAR Halloween." Support this podcast

  • The LongAR Halloween Part X: Independence Day

    06/07/2021 Duración: 01h07min

    Host Anthony Desiato celebrates Independence Day with former Alternate Realities customer and onetime webmaster Caralyn Hylenski in Part X of "The LongAR Halloween." Support this podcast

  • Digging for Kryptonite Special: How the Arrowverse Failed the Clark Kent of Smallville

    29/06/2021 Duración: 01h49min

    Host Anthony Desiato offers a special presentation of his Superman podcast series DIGGING FOR KRYPTONITE, currently available on all major podcast platforms. In this episode, Anthony and fellow AR alum Mike Sangregorio debate whether television's "Crisis on Infinite Earths" Arrowverse crossover gave Tom Welling's Clark Kent (SMALLVILLE) a fitting end or betrayed the character's original journey. Support this podcast

  • 100th Episode Special

    15/06/2021 Duración: 02h31min

    Host Anthony Desiato celebrates the 100th episode of My Comic Shop History with special guests. Support this podcast

  • The LongAR Halloween Part IX: Father's Day

    01/06/2021 Duración: 01h14min

    Host Anthony Desiato celebrates Father's Day with former Alternate Realities owner (and June birthday) Steve Oto in Part IX of "The LongAR Halloween." Support this podcast

  • The LongAR Halloween Part VIII: Mother's Day

    04/05/2021 Duración: 01h04min

    Host Anthony Desiato celebrates Mother's Day with his mother, Lauren Moschella Desiato, in Part VIII of "The LongAR Halloween." Support this podcast

  • The LongAR Halloween Part VII: April Fool's Day

    06/04/2021 Duración: 01h58min

    Host Anthony Desiato celebrates April Fool's Day with former Alternate Realities coworker and fellow April birthday Tom Darby in Part VII of "The LongAR Halloween." Crossover alert: Anthony and Tom discuss BATMAN: HUSH on the 4/7/21 episode of My Comic Shop Book Club! Support this podcast

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