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2024

171 – Commercial Characters
Advertising utilizes many different tricks to try and gain as much interest as possible for their products. Making up funny and memorable characters is one of those tried and true […]
170 – X-Men ’97 X-Citement
We are partying like it’s 1997 as we look forward to the highly anticipated revival of an all-time Saturday morning classic cartoon in the form of the upcoming X-Men ’97 […]
169 – A Brief History of the Multiverse
Embark on a journey through the cosmic realms as our very own Professor of Superheroics, the venerable Frank Melman, unravels the captivating history and evolution of the Multiverse concept! We […]
168 – Fantastic Four in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Marvel’s first family is finally coming to the Cinematic Universe. After the loooooong-awaited cast announcement we explore our thoughts on the newly-confirmed Fantastic Four cast, share what we expect from […]
167 – Batman Beyond: Part Two
The future arrived 25 years ago. Hard to believe, but the half-century-from-now set Batman Beyond is a quarter of a century old. Set in a Gotham City 50 years in the future, […]
166 – Batman Beyond: Part One
The future arrived 25 years ago. Hard to believe, but the half-century-from-now set Batman Beyond is a quarter of a century old. Set in a Gotham City 50 years in […]
#165 – New Year’s Extravaganza! 2023 in Review & 2024 Preview
As the curtain rises on 2024, we’re rolling out the red carpet for our special New Year’s episode! Join us for a pop culture extravaganza as we take a stroll […]

2023

#164 – Deck the Halls with MORE Christmas Specials
Just like Santa, we are sneaking into you home in the middle of the night on Christmas Eve to bring you a present! A brand new episode! ‘Tis the season […]
#163 – Spooktacular TV: Exploring Halloween Specials and Spine-Tingling TV Episodes
Get ready for a ghoulishly good time as we dive deep into the world of television Halloween specials and spine-tingling TV episodes! This week, our studio transforms into a haunted […]
#162 – Animation Style Wish List
One of the best things about being an animation fan is seeing all the wonderful differences in the way a cartoon can look. Super stylized with a lot of rubber […]
#161 – What We Watched and Read on Our Summer Vacation
Here we are at the end of another summer. That time of year for fun in the sun. Rest and relaxation. And for us, time to gorge ourselves on movies, […]
LMKHII Classic – Episode #129 – Kids on Bikes
This week we have a classic episode from our archive: “The crew explores the “Kids on Bikes” sub-genre of action-adventure movies and shows that seems to be just a popular […]
#160 – Comic Creator Wish List
One of the beautiful things about Comics is that they keep going; when one creative team leaves, another one jumps on. Beloved characters have years, sometimes decades worth of great […]
#159 – My Adventures with Superman – A Review of the First Three Episodes
In July of 2023, Adult Swim premiered My Adventures with Superman, the first animated series to focus on the Man of Steel in 17 years! The series focuses on a […]
#158 – Who Framed Roger Rabbit
We jump back 35 years to take a look at Who Framed Roger Rabbit. In this episode, we revisit the magical blend of live-action and animation that captivated audiences back […]
#157 – Unicorn: Warriors Eternal – Delving into the First 3 Episodes
In May of 2023, Adult Swim aired the premiere of Genndy Tartakovsky’s latest animated series, Unicorn: Warriors Eternal, a sci-fi, fantasy series about teenagers who are the reawakened spirit of […]
#156 – Superman’s 85th Anniversary: A Celebration of the Man of Steel – Part Two
Superman has been flying high for 85 years, and the celebration continues in Part 2 of our anniversary special! The panel dives into some of our favorite supporting characters who […]
#155 – Superman’s 85th Anniversary: A Celebration of the Man of Steel – Part One
Superman is 85! Hard to believe the Man of Steel has been a part of our lives for almost a full century now. The world has changed so much around […]
#154 – One-Season Wonders
When you love a TV show, you want it to go for as long as possible. Some shows do, but not everything can be that lucky. Hollywood is filled with […]
#153 – Gotham Knights: Our First Impressions of the New Show
Tune in this week as we explore the highly-anticipated new DC TV show, Gotham Knights. Set in a world where Bruce Wayne has been murdered, the show follows the adventures […]
#152 – March Villain Madness: Part Three
Get ready for the ultimate climax to our ultimate villain showdown! In this thrilling final episode, we cover the intense and suspenseful rounds of the elite 8, the final four, […]
#151 – March Villain Madness: Part Two
Welcome back to the ultimate villain showdown! In this episode, we dive into the heart of the tournament, covering the round of 32 and the round of 16. Our 64 […]
#150 – March Villain Madness: Part One
Get ready for a thrilling ride as we kick off our three-part series of the ultimate villain showdown! In this first installment, we’ve handpicked 64 of the most infamous villains […]
#149 – Journey Through Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase 4 – Part Two
This episode we go from Moon Knight to Black Panther: Wakanda Forever as we take a look back at the second half of Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and discuss the […]
#148 – Journey Through Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase 4 – Part One
In this episode we go from WandaVision to Spider-Man: No Way Home as we take a look back at the first half of Phase 4 of the Marvel Cinematic Universe […]
#147 – James Gunn’s New DCU: Digging Into the Slate
DC Studios and Warner Bros. decided to make a change to their cinematic universe as James Gunn (Finally!) announced some of the upcoming slate of movies, shows, and animation that […]
#146 – What We Did On Our Winter Hiatus: And What We’re Looking Forward to in 2023
Let Me Know How It Is is back from break with a BRAND NEW EPISODE, and we’re kicking off our first show back talking about what we watched, saw, and […]
LMKHII Classic – Episode #34 – Spotlight: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
As we prepare our new episodes enjoy this episode from the vault, back around for another listen. “‘Based on the Graphic Novel’ are common words to see in the credits […]
LMKHII Classic – Episode #54 – We’ve Got More (Single) Issues
Our Winter break is almost over, so stay tuned for new weekly episodes starting up again very soon. But for now, enjoy another classic episode from our archives. “This week […]

2022

Superhero Songs – A Long-Lost Episode
Superhero movies can not only introduce audiences and fans to whole new worlds and characters, they can sometimes be an introduction to new music as well. Many superhero movies have […]
LMKHII Classic – Episode #2 – Where Do They Get Those Wonderful Toys?
While we are on hiatus for a bit, enjoy this episode from our archives. “The holidays. The time when children rip through mounds of paper and scotch tape hoping that […]
LMKHII Classic – Episode #53 – Deck the Halls with Christmas Specials
While we are on hiatus for a bit, enjoy this episode from our archives. “Tis the season to be Jolly! Not to mention this is also the season for Christmas […]
LMKHII Classic – Episode #101 – One Hundred and One Hot Takes
While we are on hiatus for a bit, enjoy this episode from our archives. “Can you believe it’s been 101 episodes so far?! For such a momentous milestone, we just […]
LMKHII Classic – Episode #3 – New York… or Gotham… or Metropolis… State of Mind?
While we are on hiatus for a bit, enjoy this episode from our archives. “Every superhero needs a city to defend. Every sheriff needs a town where law must be […]
LMKHII Classic – Episode #71 – Who Would Win … ? (And Other Questions)
While we are on hiatus for a bit, enjoy this episode from our archives. “If you have ever stepped foot into a comic book shop, chances are you were lucky […]
LMKHII Classic – Episode #67 – How Did This Get Made?! – Animation Edition
While we are on hiatus for a bit, enjoy this episode from our archives. “Generally speaking, in animation, if you can dream it and draw it, you can make it. Cartoons […]
LMKHII Classic – Episode #79 – Happy 80th, Captain America
While we are on hiatus for a bit, enjoy this episode from our archives. “During World War II, comic readers saw many characters address the conflict on the world stage […]
Episode #145 – Exploring John Carpenter’s The Thing
40 years ago, John Carpenter’s The Thing was released in cinemas and the world was treated to a film that straddled the lines between Sci-Fi and horror. Fondly remembered for […]
Episode #144 – Team Monsters
Our Team Archetype series is back, but this installment will have some Halloween flare. We’re looking at various teams’ Monster Members. Not to be confused with the muscle or tank […]
Episode #143 – Werewolf by Night – Review
This week saw the release of Werewolf by Night on Disney Plus. Based on the 1970’s Monster Comic published by Marvel of the same name, Werewolf by Night is the […]
Episode #142 – Deadliest Aliens in Sci-Fi
Everyone loves a good alien invasion story. Whether it’s an army with superior technology or a quieter, more subtle form of terror, there are plenty of scary aliens we’ve seen […]
Episode #141 – Batman: The Animated Series – 30th Anniversary – Part Two
We are 30 years removed from the premiere of one of the most influential animated shows of all time. This month is the Batman: the Animated Series 30th Anniversary, and […]
Episode #140 – The Hunt for Marvel Legends
We’re diving into a different aspect of pop culture fandom than we normally cover and talking about the world of collecting. For many people, pop culture and fandom and collecting […]
Episode #139 – Disney D23: Announcement and News Reactions
Every two years, D23 comes around, a big convention not unlike San Diego Comic Con, but solely covering the magical world of Disney. It’s where they unveil everything coming out […]
Episode #138 – Batman: The Animated Series – 30th Anniversary – Part One
We are 30 years removed from the premiere of one of the most influential animated shows of all time. This month, Batman: The Animated Series turns 30, and to celebrate, […]
Episode #137 – Pryde of the X-Men
1992 was a stellar year for Marvel’s Merry Mutants. It was the year X-Men: the Animated Series premiered. What some fans might not know, is that before that, a little-known […]
Episode #136 – Team Heart and Soul
Team Archetype series returns with every team’s Heart & Soul characters. The teams moral compass, the team’s north star. The glue that holds the team together. Join the panel as the […]
Episode #135 – Definitive Five: Volume IV
Definitive 5 has returned! Frank is back with a new list of some of pop culture’s most popular and interesting characters that have all appeared in movies, comics, video games, animation, […]
Episode #134 – Superhero Origins Retold – Part Two
A follow up to last episode where the panel discussed the details about characters with multiple superhero origins stories. We’re looking at a new batch of characters and detailing what […]
Episode #133 – Superhero Origins Retold – Part One
Origin stories are of utmost importance when it comes to superheroes, detailing who they are and how they came to be to readers and audiences. The issue though, especially when […]
Episode #132 – San Diego Comic-Con 2022 Reactions
It’s Comic-Con time again! The big one in San Diego! The time of huge announcements for exciting new projects and collectables. Join us as we react to all the big […]
Episode #131 – Sweeps Weeks and Ratings Stunts
Backwards episodes, Live shows, Marriages, and Murders: every show has that episode where they tried something crazy. A lot of times, it was a result of trying to get as […]
Episode #130 – Big and Strong: Team Tanks
We’re back with the latest installment in our Team Archetype series, this time around we look at the Tank Characters. Every team has one. The big guy, the muscle, the […]
Episode #129 – Kids on Bikes
The crew explores the “Kids on Bikes” sub-genre of action-adventure movies and shows that seems to be just a popular now, with shows such as Stranger Things, as it was […]
Episode #128 – Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness – Review
This week the panel reviews Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness (2022), the 28th Film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The panel discusses performances, story, and the many twists […]
Episode #127 – Celebrating 60 Years of Spider-Man: Part Two
The Amazing Spider-Man is celebrating his 60th Anniversary this summer! The crew wraps up their talk about all things Spidey. Bring on the bad guys! Because this time they turn […]
Episode #126 – Celebrating 60 Years of Spider-Man: Part One
The Amazing Spider-Man is celebrating his 60th Anniversary this summer! The panel talks all things Spidey, and just what makes this character so enduring and unyieldingly popular. Part 1 of […]
Episode #125 – Yo Joe! Looking back at G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero
Growing up, our crew here was raised on a steady diet of G.I.Joe: A Real American Hero, which is currently celebrating several anniversaries. This year marks 40 years since the […]
Episode #124 – Frank’s Many Mini Movie Reviews: Volume Two
We’re back again for another round of Frank’s Many Mini Movie Reviews. Join in and hear his thoughts on 2022’s The Batman and much, much more! Credits Panel:Zack SlaterFrank Melman […]
Episode #123 – The Batman: The Review
This week the crew dives into Matt Reeves’ The Batman. They give their thoughts on performances by Robert Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz, Jeffrey Wright, Paul Dano, Colin Ferrell, and more. And […]
Episode #122 – Team Comic Relief
Every team has their class clown. The person who is there to lighten the mood with a quick joke or comment. Continuing with our Team Member Archetype series, join the […]
Episode #121 – Remembering Neal Adams and George Perez
The comic book world lost two all-time great artists over the past several weeks. The crew is joined again by guest Devon Sanders as they look back at the legendary […]
Episode #120 – DC Cinematic Universe Redo?
This week the crew imagines a world where they have been tasked with RE-launching a Shared DC Cinematic Universe. Starting anew from scratch, they spell out what characters/properties they would […]
Episode #119 – Where to Begin
The world of superheroes can be daunting, especially for newcomers. With superhero movies and shows being as popular as they are now, more than ever new fans are interested in […]
Episode #118 – Frank’s Many Mini Movie Reviews
Frank, unfortunately, had to go under the knife recently. But now that he’s all healed up and rested we thought it would be fun to go over all the films […]
Episode #117 – Perfect Trilogies
It’s used to be a common thing to hear, “the sequel is never as good as the original”. These days that isn’t necessarily true. Many films have sequels just as […]
Episode #116 – Follow the Leaders
Continuing with our Team Member Archetype series, today the panel looks at some of the best examples of Team Leaders. Arguably the characters that come to mind first when you thing […]
Episode #115 – Is Oscar Still Relevant?
Unquestionably cinema’s highest prize in Hollywood is the Academy Award aka the Oscar. Over the years, though, their existence and relevance has come into question more and more by movie goers. Are […]
Episode #114 – March Main Character Madness: Part Three
Our third annual March Madness Tournament concludes here! We started with 64 of the best main characters and here we are. This is it! We now find out who the […]
Episode #113 – March Main Character Madness: Part Two
Our third annual March Madness Tournament continues! We’ve got even more crazy main character match-ups and even more arbitrary decisions. We’re on a mission to crown the greatest protagonist in […]
Episode #112 – March Main Character Madness: Part One
It’s our third annual March Madness Tournament! Tommy takes the lead as we go through all of the first round matchups to crown the greatest protagonist in the history of […]
Episode #111 – Spotlight: Tex Avery
In the world of animation, there are few figures more important than Tex Avery. A bombastic creative force that brought his unique brand of comedy, energy, and wit. In addition he introduced […]
Episode #110 – Going Rogue
Continuing with our Team Member Character Archetype series, today the panel looks at some of the best examples of the Team Rogue. This Archetype includes some of media’s most popular […]
Episode #109 – The Last Boy Scout
The hey-day for Action Movies was the 80s and early 90s, and few are more synonymous with the genre than Bruce Willis. Everybody knows his most famous role, but he […]
Episode #108 – Winning Sports Movies
We talk a lot about heroes on Let Me Know How It Is. Characters who never say die. Characters who believe in themselves. Characters who find the courage to do the […]
Episode #107 – Taking a Look at Two-Face
Batman has some of the best and most popular rogues gallery in all of comics, and Two-Face is one of the brightest villainous standouts. There is so much to his […]
Episode #106 – Smartest People in the Room
Pop culture has more than its fair share of geniuses. Practically any property or franchise you can think of has a resident intellectual; but which is the best? Who is […]
Episode #105 – Super Team Dynamics
Team books are a staple of comic books. The Fantastic Four and the Justice League were break out hits in the 60s. Teen Titans and the X-Men were some of […]
Episode #104 – Building Worlds
World building is a term that applies to the vastness of a fictional world. Its a concept that interestingly sees that when the fuller a universe becomes the more scrutinized […]
Giant-Size Annual #3 – Part Two – Looking Forward to 2022
As promised, it’s Part 2 of our Year End Annual! This time the panel looks ahead to 2022 and lists all the movies, tv, & comics we have high anticipation and […]

2021

Giant-Size Annual #3 – Part One – Looking Back at 2021
It’s time again for our Year End Annual! Here, in Part 1, the panel will look back and discuss all the pop culture goodness that came our way in 2021! Join the […]
Episode #103 – Wonder Woman: Celebrating 80 Years
There is no more iconic female superhero in the world than Wonder Woman. For decades, she has been a staple of pop culture and a symbol of feminism, and women’s […]
Episode #102 – Fantastic Four: 60th Anniversary
1961, the year that started it all. Some argue it’s the start of the silver age of comics. That part is certainly up for debate but what is not is […]
Episode #101 – One Hundred and One Hot Takes
Can you believe it’s been 101 episodes so far?! For such a momentous milestone, we just couldn’t settle for one topic. Or even two topics. No, for our 101st episode […]
Episode #100 – Definitive Five: Part III (Choosing More of Our Favorite Versions of Characters)
Definitive 5 is back! Frank has assembled a list of some of the most popular and interesting characters from pop culture. The only thing they all have in common, is […]
Episode #99 – Superman: The Animated Series – 25th Anniversary
Can you believe it’s been 25 years since Superman: The Animated Series debuted on Kids WB?! Produced as a follow up to the incredibly popular Batman: The Animated Series, Superman […]
Episode #98 – Disney+ Day 2021 Reactions
Last year, Disney Investor Day was an unexpected flood of new and exciting news for upcoming Star Wars, Marvel, and Animation projects coming over the next few years. This year, […]
Episode #97 – Shows Within Shows
One of the little talked about, but fun aspects of a TV show or movie is the world that exists within that world. Some of our favorite characters have an […]
Episode #96 – Loveable Jerks
There is a phenomenon in media where audiences are treated to characters who partake in less-than-savory actions and behavior. More than ever the phrase “no redeemable qualities what-so-ever” can apply to […]
Episode #95 – Misdiagnosed Horror
It’s Halloween time, and if we were going to ask you what you associate most with the season, horror movies might be one of the first things that pops to mind. […]
Episode #94 – DC Fandome 2021 Reactions
Back in 2020 DC Comics started DC Fandome, a virtual convention showcasing their latest slate of comics, movies, Back in 2020 DC Comics started DC Fandome, a virtual convention showcasing […]
Episode #93 – When Characters Evolve
Characters can sometimes take on a life of their own. What starts as a clearly defined character identity or traits can over time grow into something else. Something much further from the […]
Episode #92 – The Topic is Bond, James Bond
Globally, James Bond is one of the biggest franchises that there is. This week will see the release of the highly anticipated, latest James Bond film and the last to […]
Episode #91 – Best Buddies and Peculiar Pairs
Whether it’s the best friend, the partner, the roommate, or even a tenuous temporary team up, pop culture is filled with examples of memorable duos. There is something exciting about […]
Episode #90 – Saturday Morning Memories
Certain entertainment mediums can actually lay claim to a specific day of the week. New comics has Wednesdays. Movie releases have Fridays. Football has Sundays. But in the case of […]
Episode #89 – Carrying on the Legacies
While many heroes you encounter in film, TV, and comics are one of kind, there are are plenty of occasions where you see a hero persona or identity that is […]
Episode #88 – Spotlight: Jack Kirby – The King of Comics
The world of comic books has been home to many influential creators, and maybe the biggest of them all is none other than Jacob Kurtzberg aka Jack Kirby. Kirby worked […]
Episode #87 – The Continued Influence of Citizen Kane
Often touted as the greatest movie never made, Citizen Kane opened this week 80 years ago. It was not a commercial success in it’s initial release in 1941, but the Orson […]
Episode #86 – Favorite Fictional Schools
Summer is over and that means one thing: school starts up again! That’s right, sorry kiddos, it’s back to school season. Even though summer ending can be a drag, we […]
Episode #85 – Back to the Past with Samurai Jack
The very nature of animation production grants creators many avenues to create something imaginative, special, and unique, and Gendy Tartakovsky’s Samurai Jack stands as a prime example of that. When […]
Episode #84 – The Suicide Squad
One of our most anticipated films of 2021 is Guardians of the Galaxy director James Gunn’s first foray into the DC Universe, The Suicide Squad. A no holds barred romp […]
Episode #83 – Transformers: The Movie Turns 35
35 years ago, children of the mid-1980s were enthralled by cartoons based around toy lines. They could be found everywhere on TV; weekday mornings, after school, and of course on […]
Episode #82 – San Diego Comic-Con 2021 @Home Reactions
🎵 It’s the most wonderful time of the year. 🎵 No it’s not Christmas time — it’s Comic Con!!!! (Kind of a Christmas in July, we suppose.) Just like last […]
Episode #81 – Watching (and Reading) the Detectives
Everyone loves a good mystery. A well crafted “Who Done It?” is among the most exciting kind of story to read or watch; and a huge part of those stories is […]
Episode #80 – Blockbusters
Everyone has heard the term “Hollywood Blockbuster.” You have probably seen at least a few dozen by now, but what actually classifies a movie becoming a blockbuster? What is the history? What are […]
Episode #79 – Happy 80th, Captain America
During World War II, comic readers saw many characters address the conflict on the world stage head on. Creators on characters like Superman and Batman pivoted creatively to deal with […]
Episode #78 – Superhero Swap
Back in the mid 1990s there was a bizarre and shocking moment in comic book history where a swap of two characters between the Big Two comic book companies almost […]
Episode #77 – Spotlight: The Rocketeer
There are certain movies that are remembered as being crucially important signifiers to Hollywood that comic books could be profitable subject matter; 1979’s Superman, 1989’s Batman, 1998’s Blade, X-Men from […]
Episode #76 – Fictional Dads (Good and Bad)
Pop culture is filled with notable fathers and father figures. From Star Wars to The Simpsons, dad’s play an important part in the development of our lead characters. They can act as […]
Episode #75 – Super Suits on Screen
We are currently living in the Golden Age of Superhero movies. It’s hard to remember the fact that superhero movies were far less prevalent than they are today; and back […]
Episode #74 – Definitive Five: Part II (More of Our Favorite Character Versions)
The Definitive Five returns! There are occasions where you might find a single character appear in films, tv, comics, animation, and video games, and you might also find that there […]
Episode #73 – Spotlight: The Venture Bros.
Adult Swim has produced many cult-favorite animated shows, and high among them is The Venture Bros. An action-comedy about a failed scientist, his two dim-witted boys, their bodyguard and the […]
Episode #72 – Remember When
Chances are, somewhere, in your media viewing past, you have encountered a flashback. Be it in a comic book, tv show or movie; what was once a tool in the […]
Episode #71 – Who Would Win … ? (And Other Questions)
If you have ever stepped foot into a comic book shop, chances are you were lucky enough have overheard or partook in some colorful comic shop conversation. Banter that typically centers […]
Episode #70 – Episodes in a Bottle
“Bottle Episode” is a loose term that describes a notable style of episode in Television. Stories set in one location or the famed “clip show” are two examples of the kind […]
Episode #69 – When Fictional Universes Collide!
Every franchise out there is looking for a way to bring more eyeballs to their product and maybe the easiest way to create interest by fans is to bring two […]
Episode #68 – Why Didn’t This Get Made?! – Animation Edition
For every one of the numerous animated classics that have been released over the years, there are countless animated ideas that never come into fruition. It’s amazing to think of how […]
Episode #67 – How Did This Get Made?! – Animation Edition
Generally speaking, in animation, if you can dream it and draw it, you can make it. Cartoons have so many examples of unexpected, daring creative ideas that become classics. On occasion, however, […]
Episode #66 – Best Movie Year: ’84, ’89, or ’99?
Each year, literally hundreds of movies are released in the United States, and any one of them has the potential to become a favorite for movie lovers, and perhaps even […]
Episode #65 – March Sitcom Madness! – Part Three
It’s time for Part 3, and the exciting conclusion of Sitcom Madness is here! In our second edition of the Let Me Know How It Is March Madness style tournament, […]
Episode #64 – March Sitcom Madness! – Part Two
Sitcom Madness Part 2! In our second edition of the Let Me Know How It Is March Madness style tournament, we will collectively crown our favorite sitcom of all time! […]
Episode #63 – March Sitcom Madness! – Part One
It’s March and that means one thing: March Madness! In our second edition of the Let Me Know How It Is March Madness style tournament, we will collectively crown our favorite […]
Episode #62 – Superman: Family, Friends, and Foe
The world of Superheroes is made so much stronger by the supporting cast they host, and the world of Superman is no different. Appearing in literally thousands of stories across […]
Episode #61 – Chosen Ones
The archetype of the hero can come in many different forms, but a common one is the trope where a character is deemed the Chosen one. The idea of the “Chosen […]
Episode #60 – Definitive Five: Our Favorite Versions of Characters Across Media
Often there can be variations for characters depending on which form of media you encounter them in. Sometimes the differences in these variations can be slight, while other times they […]
Episode #59 – Spotlight: Dwayne McDuffie
Dwayne McDuffie is one of the most important creators in the modern era of comics. Probably best known, and most importantly, as the co-founder and one of the architects of Milestone […]
Episode #58 – Fictional Relationships (and Relationshipwrecks)
Romantic subplots drive so much story in western media. In fact, romantic subplots might be the single most common trait among all genres of storytelling in all forms of media. […]
Episode #57 – Super Heroic Ages
If you’ve read comics for any length of time, chances are you have heard the phrase Golden Age or Silver Age. These phrases can apply to any medium, but in […]
Episode #56 – Great Moments in So-So Comic Book Movies
Today, there is a trend of some half-dozen comic book movies released each year, and it doesn’t show any signs of slowing down. What it indicates is that right now we […]
Episode #55 – Spinning Off
Sometimes when watching a movie or show, the story that’s told just isn’t enough. Even after the credits roll, sometimes the audience wants more. Sequels and prequels are not the only […]
Episode #54 – We’ve Got More (Single) Issues
This week marks one full year since the launch of Let Me Know How It Is! To mark this occasion, we will be revisiting our very first topic! In our […]
Giant-Size Annual #2 – Part Two – Looking Forward to 2021
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2020

Giant-Size Annual #2 – Part One – Looking Back at 2020
Last year Let Me Know How It Is ended the year with a Two-Part Giant Sized Year End Annual where we reflected on the things we had watched throughout the […]
Episode #53 – Deck the Halls with Christmas Specials
Tis the season to be Jolly! Not to mention this is also the season for Christmas TV Specials and holiday-themed episodes from some of your favorite shows! Come celebrate the […]
Episode #52 – Reactions to the Onslaught of News from Disney Investor Day
Disney Investor Day was held on December 10th, 2020, and surprisingly they announced a massive slate of new projects to be released over the next few years. These exciting, and numerous, […]
Episode #51 – Spotlight – Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker
Batman Beyond is one of the most beloved animated superhero shows of all time. The series’ straight-to-video companion movie Batman Beyond: Return of the Joker sent shockwaves through the fans […]
Episode #50 – Holly Jolly Hallmark
The MCU, Star Wars, Pokémon; all are examples of properties that we would never have predicted how popular they would ultimately become when they first started. Believe it or not, […]
Episode #49 – Current Cartoon Classics
We’re huge fans of animation of all kinds here at Let Me Know How It Is, and as such, we like to spread the joy of the art form around […]
EXTRA – Pop Culture Junk Food
One indicator of a pop culture property’s success is the amount of merchandise that goes a long with it: toys, children’s books, school supplies, even bed sheets and beach towels […]
Episode #48 – Marvel Cinematic Universe Memorable Moments
In addition to being massively successful summer blockbusters, the movies of the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) also garner a very passionate fan-following of both children and adults who tune in […]
Episode #47 – Spotlight: Home Alone
Today, kids movies tend to be thought of as Pixar, talking animal cartoons, or even the marvel films to some extent. The live-action kids movie was something that was quite commonly […]
EXTRA – Invincible Animated Trailer Reactions
Robert Kirkman is probably best known for his post-apocalyptic zombie drama The Walking Dead. What may be new to some fans is that along with artist Cory Walker, he’s also […]
Episode #46 – Villains: What’s Your Type?
Comics books, movies, TV, and the rest of pop culture are filled with wonderful heroes; but they are also filled with wonderful villains with which the heroes can match wits. […]
Episode #45 – Scary Things When We Were Kids
Trick-or-treating and dressing up as a favorite creature or character are beloved Halloween traditions, as well as, for many, sitting down in a darkened theater, or living room, and watching […]
EXTRA – It’s Time for Animaniacs… Again
Animaniacs was a cartoon that debuted in the mid-1990s and is fondly remembered by fans to this day. So much so that Hulu saw an opportunity and in the Fall of […]
Episode #44 – When TV Turns into Movies
Typically whenever a television show is canceled, we tend to think that’s the end for it, but more and more we see that isn’t necessarily the case. It isn’t uncommon […]
Episode #43 – Bat-Fatigue (Or: Too Much Batman?)
Batman is unquestionably one of the most popular characters in the entire DC Universe, if not THE most popular. Ever since his creation in 1939, the character has maintained continued, […]
Episode #42 – Friendly Neighborhood Hangouts
Everybody has a spot they frequent. A place you can go to meet with friends and chat, hang out, and plan your next hilarious scheme. Well, maybe not the scheming part, […]
Episode #41 – Underrated Super Heroes and Villains
Decades ago only a rare few comic characters grew to become household names. Over the last few years, however, many more characters have grown to become favorites of fans. With […]
Episode #40 – Spotlight: Miller’s Crossing
Few names in American cinema carry the cache of Joel and Ethan Coen: the Coen Brothers. Over their careers, they have produced critically acclaimed film after critically acclaimed film. Upon […]
Episode #39 – DC FanDome Day 2 Reactions
Day two of DC FanDome is here! The interactive fan experience that showcases all the exciting projects in comics, TV, and animation that are coming soon from DC Entertainment. Day […]
Episode #38 – The Value of Shock?
For as long as there have been stories, storytellers have tried to surprise audiences with what will happen in their tales. Shock Value is a weapon in the storyteller’s tool […]
EXTRA – Thoughts on the Upcoming Animated Batman: Death in the Family
On October 13th will see the release of Batman: Death in the Family, the new interactive film produced by DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Animation. Brandon Vietti (Young Justice) has written and directed […]
Episode #37 – Foreboding Futures and Dystopian Dimensions
Popular media is full of stories that give audiences a glimpse into what the future might possibly hold in store for their beloved characters. And other times they show what […]
Episode #36 – DC FanDome Reactions
Virtual conventions are all the rage right now. In that spirit, DC Comics has launched DC FanDome, an interactive fan experience that will showcase all the exciting projects in-development and […]
EXTRA – Our 5 X-Men
#My5XMen was trending recently on social media, and it presented an interesting exercise: build your dream team X-Men roster with only five members. How do you decide? Do you pick […]
Episode #35 – Watch Challenge: Cowboy Bebop / Rick and Morty
It’s time for another Watch Challenge: where one member of our panel challenges another member to watch a selection of episodes from a show that the challenger thinks the other […]
Episode #34 – Spotlight: Scott Pilgrim vs. the World
“Based on the Graphic Novel” are common words to see in the credits of movies these days. Comic books have become an invaluable source of inspiration for many Hollywood movies, but […]
Episode #33 – Representation and Super Heroes
The demographics for super hero comic book readers are as wide and varied as the many super powers audiences will find in the adventures inside. Exclusivity has been a part […]
Episode #32 – San Diego Comic-Con at Home: Reactions From Home
With San Diego Comic-Con going virtual for 2020, we thought it would be fun to do a reaction show for all the exciting news, and announcements that came out of […]
Episode #31 – Breaking Good: Villain Face Turns
In the world of superhero storytelling, the villain is crucially important. While providing the hero with something to fight against they also offer a countering point-of-view to contrast against the […]
Episode #30 – Changes From Panel to Screen
One of the most exciting things for comics fans is seeing their favorite characters come to life on the big or small screen. From time to time however, fans are […]
Episode #29 – One More Issue, Please
All good things must come to an end, but do they have to come to an end so soon? The comic industry is full of stories of a fan-favorite series […]
Episode #28 – Why We Love the Marvel Universe
Timely. Atlas. These are some of the names for the comic book company that would one day eventually become known as Marvel Comics: home to such beloved characters as Spider-Man, […]
Episode #27 – Why We Love the DC Universe
In 1938 Action Comics #1 debuted on comic stands and introduced the world to Superman. It was on that day, in a sense, that the DC Universe was born. The […]
Episode #26 – Spotlight: Dick Tracy
Now, audiences can find any number of superhero movies released per year, but before their relatively recent boom in theatres, superhero movies were a rare occurrence. Often, a sort of […]
Episode #25 – To Be Continued, Or Not To Be Continued?
That is the question. There are many ways to categorize types of storytelling, but one way is serialized versus episodic. One strings together multiple installments to tell a larger tale where […]
Episode #24 – Superhero Staying Power?
Disco. Westerns. There are many examples of things that were once popular that have since died out. The question is, are we in the middle of one of those scenarios […]
Episode #23 – Untapped Potential in Pop Culture
How many times have you read a comic or watched a show and encountered something that made you think, ”this is such a great idea, why don’t they do more […]
Episode #22 – Spotlight: Darwyn Cooke
Darwyn Cooke is an Eisner and Harvey award winning comic creator. Probably best known for his seminal 2006 love letter to the DC’s silver age The New Frontier, his resume […]
Episode #21 – Insert Coin: Select Your Super Hero
Superheroes are not just found in comics, they’re in all of our media these days. They are in the movies, on tv, and in animation. But, sometimes we forget that […]
Episode #20 – Sequels: What Happens Next
All good stories have a beginning, middle, and an end, but sometimes there’s more after the screen turns black and the lights come up. What happens after the good guy […]
Episode #19 – Spoiler Alert-iquette
Darth Vader is [CLASSIFIED]! Rosebud is [REDACTED]? Spoilers are all over the place and you can accidentally stumble upon one anywhere. For this episode, the panel discusses Spoiler Etiquette, and […]
Episode #18 – Watch Challenge: DuckTales / Justice League Action
Tommy issued the challenge. He would choose five episodes of Justice League Action for Zack to watch and in return he would watch five episodes of Ducktales from Zack’s choosing. […]
Episode #17 – Spotlight: Saved By The Bell
Saved by the Bell was a mega popular teen comedy show that ran for four seasons on NBC in the 90s. The show followed Zack, Kelly, Jessie, Slater, Lisa and […]
Episode #16 – Smells Like Teen Heroes
Very few concepts in comics have been as revolutionary as the introduction of the teenage superhero. Their introduction has opened the door to many new creative opportunities for tension and […]
Episode #15 – Batman 1940: And 80 Years of Cats, Birds, and Jokes
Creating something that maintains its relevance for 80 years is a remarkable achievement, and this year three enduring characters will reach that milestone. The Joker, Catwoman, and Robin: three characters […]
Episode #14 – March Animation Madness! – Part Three
The exciting conclusion of Animation Madness is here! The panel thought it would be fun to introduce their own style of March Madness with a tournament to crown their favorite […]
Episode #13 – March Animation Madness! – Part Two
Animation Madness Continues! The panel thought it would be fun to introduce their own style of March Madness this year with a tournament to crown their favorite animated show of […]
Episode #12 – March Animation Madness! – Part One
The panel thought it would be fun to introduce their own style of March Madness this year with a tournament to crown their favorite animated show of all time. The […]
Episode #11 – Covering Covers
The Comic Cover: The very first thing we see on the shelves. So often it can be the deciding factor in whether we pick up that issue or not. But […]
Episode #10 – With J.M. DeMatteis
J.M. DeMatteis has had an extensive career as a writer in comics, tv, and animation. Best known for his legendary run on Justice League International with collaborators Keith Giffen and […]
Episode #9 – Thanks for the Support(ing Characters)
What defines a hero? Is it their power set? Is it their origin story? One can argue that the people that they surround themselves with play an important part. The […]
Episode #8 – The Graphic Novel Collection
The advent of the trade paperback or graphic novel collection created a huge shift in the comic business. It was an easier way to attract new readers through these easily […]
Episode #7 – Re-Re-Reboots
When a franchise reboots, it’s often a polarizing subject among fans. Sometimes the reset button is pushed well before a franchise has explored every avenue and fully run its course. […]
Episode #6 – Secret Identities Revealed
The Secret Identity is a staple of superhero stories dating back to before the genre was even created. It’s been a key component to some of the world’s most beloved […]
Episode #5 – We Get Animated About DC Universe Animated Original Movies
Warner Bros. Animation has been producing DC Universe original animated movies since 2007. Since then, a whopping 36 films have been produced and counting! Some of these films are some […]
Episode #4 – Spotlight: Gargoyles
Gargoyles holds a special place in the hearts of many cartoon fans. Animation in the United States was in the midst of a radical evolution during the mid-90s that balanced […]
Episode #3 – New York… or Gotham… or Metropolis… State of Mind?
Every superhero needs a city to defend. Every sheriff needs a town where law must be upheld. Every monster needs a place to terrify. And every story needs a setting. […]
Giant Size Annual – Part Two – Looking Forward to 2020
There is always excitement when ushering in a new year. Anticipation for what new things are in store for us in the coming year is never far from mind. It […]
Giant Size Annual – Part One – Looking Back at 2019
New Years is always a time for reflection. This is no different for the panel, as they look back on the year and discuss what about 2019 impressed, surprised, and […]
Episode #2 – Where Do They Get Those Wonderful Toys?
The holidays. The time when children rip through mounds of paper and scotch tape hoping that on the other side is that one special toy they’ve been wishing for all […]
Episode #1 – We’ve Got (Single) Issues
In the age of serialized storytelling, single comic issues that can stand on their own can be harder to come by. For our very first episode, Zack, Frank, Tommy, and […]