Tales From The Gutters

Ever find yourself in the back-issue bins, wondering who on earth made *that* comic and what they were thinking? That’s the territory we love to explore. Tales From The Gutters is a conversation between two lifelong fans who are far more interested in the strange detours of comic book history than the well-trodden superhero paths. Each episode, we pull a genuinely odd or forgotten piece of sequential art off the shelf-the kind with bizarre premises, unconventional art, or a publishing story wilder than the plot-and try to figure out how it came to exist. We’re not just reviewing comics; we’re digging into the context, the creators, and the cultural moments that produced these peculiar artifacts. You’ll hear us unravel the history behind offbeat indies, failed experiments, and niche genres, all with a mix of genuine curiosity and good-natured bafflement. This podcast is for anyone who believes the margins of any medium are where the most interesting stories hide, offering a deep dive into the passion projects and commercial misfires that define comics' vast, weird landscape. Our theme music is provided by Spencer Light. Join us for a look at the stories from the gutters, literally and figuratively.