{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/66d9c19629a27e316730341c/68c0aee4f7970b080fc56e60?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Do A Powerbomb! by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/66d9c19629a27e316730341c/1757456681734-a14c2db6-e703-49bc-83d9-e8d923d7b216.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>This week on Collecting Issues, we step into the ring for <strong>Do a Powerbomb!</strong> (issues #1-7), the 2023 masterpiece from Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer for Image Comics. Get ready for a cosmic slobberknocker that's one part <em>The Wrestler</em>, one part <em>Dragon Ball Z</em>, and all parts heartbreaking, kinetic action.</p><p>Join us as we continue our Daniel Warren Johnson odyssey and explore why he's one of the most exciting creators in comics today. We discuss the series' surprising emotional core, a journey of grief and family set against the backdrop of an interdimensional wrestling tournament. We'll break down the concept of <strong>kayfabe</strong>, the incredible splash pages, the shocking twists, and why this comic is a true love letter to pro wrestling and its fans.</p><p><strong>MAJOR SPOILER WARNING!</strong> We cover the entire story from the first bell to the final, emotional finish. We highly recommend reading the comic before listening.</p><p><strong>In this episode, we discuss:</strong></p><ul><li>The unique blend of high-octane action and devastating emotional stakes.</li><li>How Daniel Warren Johnson's kinetic art and page layouts capture the motion of wrestling like never before.</li><li>The themes of family, loss, and what it means to \"lick the mats for the fans.\"</li><li>The shocking character reveals, the incredible tournament matchups, and the absolutely wild ending where our heroes wrestle God.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Time Stamps:</strong></p><p><br></p><p>00:00 Introduction to 'Do a Power Bomb'</p><p>00:44 Comic Book Education and Daniel Warren Johnson</p><p>01:21 Wrestling and Comic Book Crossovers</p><p>02:20 Plot Overview and Themes</p><p>05:08 Spoilers and Wrestling Terminology</p><p>07:13 Art and Visuals in 'Do a Power Bomb'</p><p>10:04 Daniel Warren Johnson's Wrestling Journey</p><p>13:23 Emotional Depth and Character Arcs</p><p>20:51 Wrestling Tropes and Realism</p><p>32:04 The Big Twist and Its Impact</p><p>35:44 The Evolution of Wrestling: From Extreme to PG Era</p><p>36:45 The Art of Wrestling: Capturing Kinetic Moments</p><p>40:05 Iconic Wrestling Photography: Geoff Winningham's Legacy</p><p>43:12 Wrestling's Emotional and Physical Toll</p><p>48:23 The Cosmic Scale of Wrestling: Wrestling God</p><p>01:04:26 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Follow the Podcast:</strong></p><p><a href=\"https://discord.gg/CTKJr3j2jp\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Join the Discord and read along</strong></a></p><p><a href=\"https://collectingissuespodcast.substack.com/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Read Our Substack</strong></a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.instagram.com/collectingissues/\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Follow us on Instagram</strong></a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.tiktok.com/@collectingissues?lang=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Follow us on Tiktok</strong></a></p><p><a href=\"https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4JTsT8MXJtk5jr4sJxUpXQ\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><strong>Watch us on Youtube</strong></a></p><p><br></p>","author_name":"collectingissues"}