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DuckTales rewatch – Down and Out in Duckburg

Posted on December 14, 2020 by Mac McEntire

Rewatching DuckTales! We’ve got ‘80s excess with the rich versus the poor in episode 22, “Down and Out in Duckburg.” Here’s what happens: Scrooge is going to be profiled on his favorite TV show, Lifestyles of the Filthy Rich. But … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Friday: Alchemical process

Posted on December 11, 2020 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. Volume 3, issue 36 gives the old “science versus magic” debate, and we say goodbye to the pier. In the last issue, evil alchemist Diablo escaped from an evil mirror and unleashed … Continue reading →

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DuckTales rewatch – Maid of the Myth

Posted on December 7, 2020 by Mac McEntire

Rewatching DuckTales! In episode 21, “Maid of the Myth,” we go back to Viking times. Or, do Viking times come to us? Also, lots of opera singing. Here’s what happens: Mrs. Beakeley stars in a Viking-themed opera (!) no the … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Friday: Diablo a go-go

Posted on December 4, 2020 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. A new writer/artist takes over in vol. 3 #35, where our heroes fight both an evil alchemist and a bunch of lawyers.   Before we begin, note that writer Chris Claremont is … Continue reading →

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DuckTales rewatch – Superdoo

Posted on November 30, 2020 by Mac McEntire

Rewatching DuckTales! In episode 20, “Superdoo,” side character Doofus gets a starring role this time. Because that’s what the fans want, right? Here’s what happens: Launchpad is leading the Junior Woodchucks on a camping trip, but poor Doofus is so … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Friday: Obliterator? I hardly know her

Posted on November 27, 2020 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. Vol. 3 # 34 features an alien invasion, time travel, and more all in the usual 22 pages. Let’s try to recap this. After their headquarters were attacked, the FF’s investigation leads … Continue reading →

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DuckTales rewatch – Hero for Hire

Posted on November 23, 2020 by Mac McEntire

Rewatching DuckTales! The series takes on Hollywood and superheroes (timely!) in episode 19, “Hero for Hire.” Here’s what happens: Scrooge is opening a new branch of the McDuck Bank, which he says is completely burglary-proof thanks to his new anti-Beagle … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Friday: Out yonder

Posted on November 20, 2020 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. In vol. 3 issue 33, we’ve got small town quirkiness, an alien invasion, and the return of one of Marvel’s earliest heroes. The issue begins with a mysterious stranger teleporting into Pier … Continue reading →

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DuckTales rewatch – Dinosaur Ducks

Posted on November 16, 2020 by Mac McEntire

Rewatching DuckTales! Episode 18 is called “Dinosaur Ducks.” That pretty much says it all. Here’s what happens: Launchpad is in an exotic locale, on the hunt for a rare bird, where he’s chased off by a giant lizard. Scrooge realizes … Continue reading →

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Fantastic Friday: Stay wet, y’all

Posted on November 13, 2020 by Mac McEntire

Reading the Fantastic Four comics from the start. Want a change of scenery? Vol. 3 issue #32 takes us out on the high seas. We begin with Sue sinking to the bottom of the ocean. She tries to hold her … Continue reading →

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