Jun 4, 2021

Episode 33: 1962 Year in Review (SPECIAL! DOUBLE SIZED!) -- December 1962

 
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What if... the Marvel Universe was real? In 1961 the Fantastic Four revealed themselves to the world and everything changed. Mike and Ed discuss the in-universe implications of super powers, aliens, monsters and more. From how Avenger Insurance will pay for Thor's property damage to why Spider-man needs a new PR agency, its comic books discussions in a whole new way. Every issue covered in the Marvel Universe from the very beginning. Full backstory on every episode with transcripts at www.SuperSerious616.com
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In this episode:

Mike and Ed discuss the incredible events since the Fantastic Four first appeared on the scene in a special year in review episode. 1962 - a year we’ll never forget!

In This issue:

This episode does not tie to any specific issue. Rather, we look back on everything that has happened from November 1961 through to the end of December 1962, including the introduction of the Fantastic Four, the Hulk, Thor, Spider-Man, and Ant Man. We also dive into the major events that took place in their comics over the previous year that was public knowledge, which includes two alien invasions, the destruction of lower Manhattan, a half-dozen mind control incidents, and more!

This episode takes place:

At the end of December, 1962 - after Strange Tales #103 and before Tales to Astonish #39