Robservations is the new podcast by Comic Book Legend Rob Liefeld which exists to explore and celebrate comic books as an art form and their tremendous impact on the culture.
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Our conversation with Robert Kirkman (Invincible, Walking Dead) turns towards Marvel and DC Comics, the vanishing industry sales charts and the risks and rewards of creator owned work. We wrap up our in depth interview getting Robert’s thoughts on his legendary Image Partners! Get ready for some great comic shop talk!…
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Transformers! Void Rivals! G.I. Joe! Industry Titan and Superstar Creator Robert Kirkman sits down for a wide ranging, in depth conversation about his booming Skybound label and the comic book industry at large.由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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What’s your favorite Spider Man comic? Ate you really done with Deadpool? What about Cowboy comic books? You asked for it and here it is! Your questions and inquiries answered by host and comic book veteran Rob Liefeld! A wide variety of your interests are answered and addressed!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Most folks know Alan Moore from his acclaimed works, WATCHMEN, FROM HELL, SWAMP THING, but many don’t know of his significant contributions to the GREEN LANTERN franchise. We shine the light on how Alan quietly transformed the legend & legacy of DC’s Iconic Emerald Knights!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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X-MEN:One Perfect Year! Marvel’s Mighty Mutants rose to unprecedented heights when an animator from Lord Of The Rings arrived to take the helm. The legend of Paul Smith and his seminal year on X-Men is discussed complete with excerpts from his first interview. Also, Ed Piskor, Diamond’s bankruptcy and Neil Gaiman controversy!…
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Here comes 2025 as Jim Lee returns to Batman! Marvel counters with a new Spider Man! Part 2 of our conversation with retailer and convention promoter Jimmy Jay provides new fresh insights and bold predictions!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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*Updated to include episode wrap-up X-Men! Spider-Man! Batman! The State Of The Industry 2025! Our series examining industry process & practices kicks off with straight talk from a retail perspective! What sold huge? What went bust! Jimmy Jay joins Rob for part 1 as we break it all down!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Robservations welcomes a card carrying member of Generation Z as we get a Zoomer perspective on Star Wars! The MCU! Superman! The Transformers and more. Luke Liefeld sits with his Pops and talks all things Pop Culture!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Our Holiday Drop! It’s 1988, it’s the Holiday season and I’m desperately chasing payments for two issues of Marvel’s top selling X-Men family. The outlook is bleak. The Marvel Curse on these issues extends to the original art on both comics! Happy Holidays everyone!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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The big Heritage Art Auction happened and the host of Robservations talks about all the great pieces that sold including seminal works by Frank Miller, John Byrne, John Romita Sr. and the 1st appearance of Deadpool and Wolverine! How did it all shake out?由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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We say goodbye to the 2024 season and reveal the last 3 big moves in our Big 5 countdown! Is are industry as bold as it can be or are we missing the obvious?由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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The Big 5 Moves continues! Spider Man! Todd McFarlane! G.I. Joe breaks records and more!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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As the comics industry looks to produce more hits, Rob looks at The Big 5 Moves! Titles, teams and team ups that are certain to activate over the next few years as publishers seek bigger sales and success! Plus, are comic books our shared religion?由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Absolute Batman rides in to the rescue for DC and the comics industry. Plus - The New Model, Last Blood & Micro-Distribution.由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Batman, Wolverine, Spider Man and the Teenage Mutant. Ninja Turtles share a familiar connective tissue, what is it? We discuss it in depth. Also, The Blood Is Back!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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We look at the unpublished alternate Secret Wars 2 #1? Just exactly how does that happen? Also, assembling the All-Star talents that would bring Alan Moore’s landmark Judgement Day comic to life!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Fast Fridays is a snack size serving of Robservations, offering a snap shot of what’s coming in comics & collectibles. Today we look to the many Auction houses, preview a pair of historic upcoming pieces at the next Heritage Auction and Manga, Manga, MANGA!!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Rob discusses the recent Heritage art auction, the big pieces and big prices at the final hammer! Plus, Alan Moore’s Judgement Day, from concept to execution!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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The moment the X-Men became dangerous and thrilled a new generation. Plus - A New Visionary is dominating comic books!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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The story of the real life “Deadpool” Killer is discussed.由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Of Dooms & Dazzlers! Buyer Beware! Rob draws on his 40 year career experience as he practices caution with regards to the new wave of comic speculation sites, apps and platforms!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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With Batman on everyone’s mind, Rob examines the un-produced Batman film that took the Dark Knight in a decidedly different direction. Before Batman Begins, this one was on deck and racing towards a green light!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Let Them Fight! With some of comic books greatest action masterpieces being repackaged and reissued, Rob reflects on the greatest action comic books in history!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Unrealized directions and storylines for X-Men & X-Force are discussed! Wolverine! Cable! Magik!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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DC has a new initiative and Absolute Batman has people talking! Will going All In on a bold new direction deliver for DC Comics?由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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The King Of Comics won’t back down in a controversial interview that set the EIC of Marvel off on a tirade! It’s Jack vs. Jim in this clash of comic book Titans!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Rob discusses The Challenge! ‘Nuff said!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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It’s 1989 and even Wolverine needs a glow up! Todd McFarlane! John Byrne! Archie Goodwin and more were tapped to maximize Marvel’s Most Popular Mutant, so what went wrong?由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Heroes Reborn Revisited! A look back at the press coverage and hype about the outsourcing of Marvel’s Classic Heroes to Lee & Liefeld! Plus, the lost stories and storylines!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Jim Lee speaks of his time on X-Men, his influences, approach to storytelling and the enduring popularity of the franchise.由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Todd Mcfarlane in a candid interview from 1990, shares his motivation to break from the pack on Spider Man and his desire to escape “the formula”.由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Rob looks into Classic X-Men & Deadpool stories, intended but never shared, abandoned storylines from superstar creators. Plus, more Million Dollar Pages!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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The Ed Piskor Family! Comic Book Trends! Con Dinners! Hall H and Robert Downey Jr. returns to Marvel! Comic Con 2024 on full blast!
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It’s Comic Con 2024! Rob gets a surprise visit from Ed Piskor’s family! Comic Con dinners reveal the topics on everyone’s mind and there is no escaping the topic of Robert Downey Jr. returning to Marvel!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Deadpool & Wolverine has stormed the cinema’s, breaking worldwide records in the process! Rob shares his race to make it to the world premiere in New York City and slingshot back to San Diego for Comic Con 2024 as it begins. Rob gives you his first hand account of all the drama and festivities!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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X-Men ‘97 is Emmy nominated for best animated series! Deadpool & Wolverine is ready to storm your cineplex! X-Men #1 explodes onto the scene! It’s an X-Men renaissance! Also, DC is All In with Absolute DC!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Wizard and the rest crashed and burned. What to do when the promotional platform for comic creators goes out of business and the emphasis shifts to characters, characters & characters. A survivors guide to navigating promoting you and your work in the age of Big IP.由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Another jam-packed episode as we shine the spotlight on the legendary Steve Ditko. A recent Rolling Stone article reveals new and shocking details of the talent that brought Spider Man and Dr. Strange to life! Wolverine’s Greatest Battles continues and a rare Uncut Gem, or perhaps, an Uncut Jim??由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Fast Food, Comics: The Sequel! You’ll be at 7-11 grabbing a Slurpee when this is over. Plus, Wolverine’s Greatest Battles, the countdown continues!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Another jam packed, double sized episode as Rob shares the epic All-Star Fantastic Four Roast, we discuss a contender for Best Week Ever in the history of comic books and our countdown of Greatest Wolverine Battles kicks off with an all time banger! Plus, when Comic Book Pranks Go Wrong!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Robservations is back with a jam packed episode! The Anti-Hero in Pop Culture! Superman! 33 Years of X-Force! Italian Comic Shops!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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We wrap up our Swipe discussion and study when entire art styles are heisted onto another artist! Sampling, Homages, Tributes, we cover it all! Plus, school is out for summer!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Swiping is a loaded term, it is a device that has been utilized by some of the world’s greatest and most accomplished artists. Spielberg has swiped regularly since arriving on the cinematic scene, Lucas swiped relentlessly across his popular franchises, Star Wars and Raiders! We discuss swiping and the art of the homage in comics & film!…
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Robservations marks its 4th Year with gratitude and enthusiasm, an episode of thanks and reflection. Also, a story I seldom share, “My Night With A Killer.”由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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The Avengers had a stellar 5 year window when it was one of the finest comic’s being published. The writer of that run, Jim Shooter, shaped stories and conflicts that would influence the Avengers films as well as the Civil War event. I witnessed it all in real time and take you deeper into this acclaimed run that energized fandom.…
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A message of strength, perseverance, focus and discipline. Don’t let others rob you of your joy!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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An inside look at the most organic crossover of all time, featuring Marvel’s biggest guns! Avengers/Defenders War came about from one writer’s simple desire to have some summer fun for the fans in 1973! Plus, Marvel’s Brian Postman remembered.由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Do you believe in comics, do you share that belief with your neighbors? There’s an entire world out there waiting to hear from you! It’s time to share your Conviction Of The Art!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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X-Men 97 is burning up the charts, shaping the pop culture landscape! A look at how exec producer Beau DeMayo has created an instant classic, hitting every high note. Plus - Giant Robo’s that rocked Marvel!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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Rob has thoughts about DC Comics and what he would do if he had his run of the place! Plus, Avengelyne is on the move, the journey to bring the film together!由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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As fandom thrills to the return of Cable in X-Men ‘97, we continue to examine how a character who was once so prominent and relevant for Marvel was carefully diminished, depreciated and downgraded over time. Can characters like Cable bounce back?由Robservations with Rob Liefeld
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