Comic Dissection
Every other week Cecilia Rose and Reno V take a comic and...well dissect it. They go page by page and discuss the highs and lows on everything from DC and Marvel to Manga and web comics from a intersectional leftist lens. And maybe they will learn a little along the way. Just kidding about that last part.
66 The Summer Hikaru Died

This week's comic, The Summer Hikaru Died- https://www.amazon.com/Summer-Hikaru-Died-Vol/dp/1975360540?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&gQT=2
and in two weeks, Warrior issues 1-4- https://archive.org/details/warrior-001-1996-05
Reno V and Cecilia discuss the horror and romance of The Summer Hikaru Died. Join them as they ask all the important questions. What dessert pairs best with bad news? How far do you have to reach into a ghoul’s chest before you fall in love? And what do watermelons do to gay people? And co...
65 Gotham City Sirens 7-13

Gotham City Sirens wraps up this week on Comic Dissection. Join Reno and Cecilia as they answer all the big questions. What is the best villainship in Gotham City? Who does this angel work for and why is it obviously Satan? And what book would create the best Gotham City bad guy? And come back in two weeks for the Summer Hikaru died. Â
This episode, Gotham City Sirens 7-13- Â https://www.amazon.com/Harley-Quinn-Gotham-City-Sirens/dp/1779527306?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Next episode, The Summer Hikaru Died- https://www.amazon.co...
64 Little Mushroom Volume 2

This week's episode, Little Mushroom Volume 2- https://koonbooks.com/collections/little-mushroom?srsltid=AfmBOoqwwFEOaX0PBuQSnLB4PuPJO7eewZQuJJ11yO0gObN5GtogsL5V
And in two weeks, Gotham City Sirens 7-13-Â https://www.amazon.com/Harley-Quinn-Gotham-City-Sirens/dp/1779527306?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
Life in a horrible sci-fi city continues in Little Mushroom Volume 2. Join Reno and Cecilia as they answer all the big questions. What happens when all the nature outside the walls starts teaming up? Who keeps the doll maker warm at night? And is the only safe district j...
63 Gotham City Sirens 1-6

This week's comic, Gotham City Sirens 1-6-Â https://www.amazon.com/Harley-Quinn-Gotham-City-Sirens/dp/1779527306?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER
and in two weeks, Little Mushroom Volume 2- https://koonbooks.com/collections/little-mushroom?srsltid=AfmBOoqwwFEOaX0PBuQSnLB4PuPJO7eewZQuJJ11yO0gObN5GtogsL5V
Gotham City Sirens are calling, and Reno and Cecilia are answering the summons with issues 1-6. Join them as they answer all the big questions. Why are there so few comics with a lady crime crew? What happens if you commit crimes in Gotham City and don’t have a g...
62 Little Mushroom Volume 1

It’s a Sci-fi adventure as Reno and Cecilia cover Little Mushrooms on this episode of Comic Dissection. Join them as they answer all the big questions. Where do you draw the line between authoritarian nazi and city protector? What do you call those little strings that come off mushrooms? And what is so great about potatoes?  And come back in two weeks for Gotham City Sirens 1-6. Â
This week's comic Little Mushroom Volume 1-Â Â https://koonbooks.com/collections/little-mushroom?srsltid=AfmBOoqwwFEOaX0PBuQSnLB4PuPJO7eewZQuJJ11yO0gObN5GtogsL5V
and in two weeks, Gotham City Sirens...
61 Black Butler Book 1

Reno discusses his favorite manga with Cecilia in Black Butler Volume 1. Join them as they answer all the important questions. Has Cecilia’s fallen in love with an evil butler? Did Reno pick another comic where the kids are treated horribly? And why is it so hard to hire good help in Victorian England? And come back in two weeks for little mushroom. Â
This episodes comic, Black Butler volume 1- https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Black-Butler/Yana-Toboso/9780316080842?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=4&gclid=Cj0KCQiA_Yq-BhC9ARIsAA6fbAimJEjLMf8uFsdwEac6qtJODbC2-pcwSnkmfIv806jFT0-L1TlbqG8aAlrGEALw_wcB
A...
60 Spiderman Noir 1-4 2008

This episode's comic Spiderman Noir; 1-4- https://www.amazon.com/SPIDER-MAN-NOIR-COMPLETE-COLLECTION-PRINTING/dp/1302962876?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&gQT=2&gRefinements=CATEGORY:Books
Next episode's comic Black Butler Volume 1- https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Black-Butler/Yana-Toboso/9780316080842?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=4&gclid=Cj0KCQiA_Yq-BhC9ARIsAA6fbAimJEjLMf8uFsdwEac6qtJODbC2-pcwSnkmfIv806jFT0-L1TlbqG8aAlrGEALw_wcB
Reno and Cecilia are moving into New York City for Spiderman Noir 1-4. Join them as they answer all the big questions. Is Aunt May actually the goddess of kindess across multiple universes? Is Norman...
59 He-Man Volume 3

editor's note seems Spiderman Noir originally came out in 2009 sorry for the mixup
Reno and Cecilia are back in Eternia for volume 3 of DC’s run on He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. Join them as they answer all the important questions. Do parents ever stop ruining their children? Where the heck is Skeletor in this volume? And, will Cecilia ever not hate on a female/male relationship? And come back in two weeks for Spiderman Noir 1-4. Â
This epsidoe's comics He-man and the Masters of the Universe volume 3 -https://www.mercari.com...
58 Gender Queer

Reno and Cecilia tackle the banned graphic novel Gender Queer on this episode of Comic Dissection. Join them as they answer all the big questions. How do you get the dream job of teaching comics? Where can you meet more women who like Lord of the Rings? And, How hard is it to teach Reno and Cecilia new pronouns? And come back in two weeks for He-Man Volume 3. Â
This week's comic Gender Queer: A Memoir-Â https://www.amazon.com/Gender-Queer-Memoir-Maia-Kobabe/dp/1549304003
And in two weeks- https://www.mercari.com/us/item/m78481692439/?srsltid=AfmBOoqNUERjAr1hv...
57 Lady Mechanica Vol 3 Lost Boys of West Abby

This week's comicLady Mechanica Vol 3 Lost Boys of West Abby - Â https://www.amazon.com/Lady-Mechanika-Oversized-HC-Vol/dp/1949328007?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&gQT=2
and in two weeks Gender Queer: A Memoir-Â https://www.amazon.com/Gender-Queer-Memoir-Maia-Kobabe/dp/1549304003
Reno and Cecilia delve back into the world of Lady Mechanica with the Lost Boys of West Abby. Join them as they answer all the big questions. Is every nice person who gives homeless kids a place to stay just raising a pickpocketing army? How reliable is a steampunk gyrocoptor? And why does La...
56 Given Volume 2

This episode's comic, Given Volume 2- https://www.amazon.com/Given-Vol-2-Natsuki-Kizu/dp/1974711838?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&gQT=2
and in two weeks, Lady Mechanica Lost Boys of West Abby- https://www.amazon.com/Lady-Mechanika-Oversized-HC-Vol/dp/1949328007?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&gQT=2
Comic Dissection returns to the world of Given with Volume 2. Join them as they answer all the big questions. How do you escape the ghost of loneliness? Why is it important to carry extra guitar strings? And why do high schoolers always run a gossip...
55 Dr Doom and the Masters of Evil

This episode's comic, Dr. Doom and the Masters of Evil- https://www.marvel.com/comics/series/6608/doctor_doom_and_the_masters_of_evil_(2009)
and in two weeks, Given Book 2-Â https://www.booksamillion.com/p/Given/Natsuki-Kizu/9781974711833?gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=4&gclid=CjwKCAiApY-7BhBjEiwAQMrrEQMtXAEciJzac5YwQHpOkmAAX2DM3Nw-F_qgyZTF1K7E0XVa96FyMhoCx5sQAvD_BwE
Join Cecilia and Reno as they explore one of Marvel’s classic villains in Dr. Doom and the Masters of Evil. Join them as they answer all the big questions. What does Doom want more than anything else? Wha...
54 Sasaki and Miyano Volumes 1 and 2

This episodes comic- https://www.amazon.com/Sasaki-Miyano-Vol/dp/1975320336
And in two weeks, Doctor Doom and the Masters of Evil- https://www.marvel.com/comics/series/6608/doctor_doom_and_the_masters_of_evil_(2009)
Reno and Cecilia cover Volumes 1 and 2 of Sasaki and Miyano on this episode of Comic Dissection. Join them as they answer all the big questions. What would a boylove bingo card look like? How much can you blush before all the blood vessels in your face explode? And, how far will you go to talk to everyone except your significant...
53 Kingdom Come part 2

This episode of the pod wraps up Kingdom Come, the DC comics masterpiece by Alex Ross. Join Reno and Cecilia as they answer all the important questions. How important is accountability to redemption? Why does Ross have such a beef with Captain Marvel? And what specialty dish would you like named after you? And come back in two weeks for Sasaki and Miyano Â
This episode's comic, Kingdom Come- https://www.mycomicshop.com/search?ItemID=61047124
And in two weeks, Sasaki and Miyano- https://www.amazon.com/Sasaki-Miyano-Vol/dp/1975320336
Patreon https://www.patreon.c...
52 Interview with Daniel Kibblesmith

On this episode of Comic Dissection Reno and Cecilia got to sit down with Daniel Kibblesmith and talk comics. Daniel has written for just about everybody including DC, Marvel, and Archie. The conversation covers everything from the writing process to how Loki: The God Who Fell to Earth would have continued. Daniel also discusses his newest projects involving the Powerpuff Girls, Ric and Morty, and Kitty Pride’s first Hannukah. And come back in two weeks for Kingdom Come part 2. Â
Daniel's link- https://www.kibblesmith.com/
Upcoming works Powerpuff Girls- https://www...
51 I want to be a wall part 2 book 3

This episode's comic  I Want To Be A Wall 3- https://www.amazon.com/Want-Wall-Vol/dp/1975338960
And in two weeks Kingdom Come 3 &4Â - Â https://www.mycomicshop.com/search?ItemID=61047124
Kingdom Come kickstarter -https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/atomika/the-legend-of-kingdom-come-alex-ross-documentary
Reno and Cecilia are finishing the I Want to Be a Wall series with book 3. Join them as they answer all the important questions. Why are all grandparents obsessed with having grandkids? Why do so many people still prescribe to the one size fits all idea of relationships? And how many...
50 Kingdom Come part 1

Reno V and Cecilia Rose return to the works of Alex Ross with Kingdom Come part one. Join them as they answer all the big questions. How do you have a revolution without a side of armageddon? Why does Superman keep getting shipped with Wonder Woman? And why can’t we kill Lex Luthor already? And come back in two weeks for the final volume of I Want To Be A Wall. Â
This episode's comic Kingdom Come 1 &2 - Â https://www.mycomicshop.com/search?ItemID=61047124
And in two weeks I Want To Be A Wall 3...
49 I Want To Be A Wall Books 1 and 2

This episode's comic-Â https://www.amazon.com/Want-Wall-Vol/dp/1975338960
And in two weeks, Kingdome Come- Â https://www.mycomicshop.com/search?ItemID=61047124
Kingdom Come kickstarter -https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/atomika/the-legend-of-kingdom-come-alex-ross-documentary
Reno and Cecilia delve into the world of the asexual in volumes one and two of I Want To Be A Wall. Join them as they answer all the important questions. How is being asexual like not being able to taste sugar? How long do you wait before you give up on unrequited love? And why is Boylove su...
48 Persona 5 Volume 1

Reno and Cecilia are changing hearts on this episode of the show as they delve into the Persona 5 manga Volume 1. Join them as they answer all the important questions. How far back does Japan's love of masks go? What does the Japanese version of Robin Hood look like? And who told Kamoshida he could pull off a heart robe with a pink thong? And come back in two weeks for I Wish I Were A Wall. Â
This episode's comic- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/persona-5-vol-1-hisato-murasaki/1132292923
And in two weeks- https://www.a...
47 Touch Within Your Abyss

this week's eposide- https://w.mangairo.com/story-za289508/chapter-1
And in 2 weeks- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/persona-5-vol-1-hisato-murasaki/1132292923
Reno and Cecilia delve into the world of assassin Chinatsu and blind Kasumi and their blossoming relationship. Join them as they answer all the important questions. How independent is too independent when you are blind? Should you murder your dad when he won’t stop asking you to become a trained assassin for him? What is the big deal about aquarium dates? And come back in two weeks for Persona 5 Volume 1.  Â
Patr...
46 Ranma 1/2 1-6

Reno and Cecilia delve into the world of Ranma ½ and the place it holds in manga for the LGBT community. Join them as they answer the big questions. How does this comic from the 1980s handle questions of gender? What is the proper way to introduce yourself to a possible love interest and why is it not challenging them to combat? Is it wrong for your sister to make money off pictures of you in provocative poses? And come back in two weeks for Touch Within the Abyss! Â
this weeks comic- https://www.powells.com...
45 Hate Me But Let Me Stay

Hate Me But Let Me Stay is the topic for this episode and boy did it lead to some conversation. Join Reno and Cecilia as they answer all the important questions. What is the Omegaverse? How do you know when you have found your soulmate? Why does every story need a kindly old man in it to be the voice of reason? And come back in two weeks for Ramna ½.  Â
This week's comic-https://sevenseasentertainment.com/series/hate-me-but-let-me-stay/Â
And in two weeks- https://www.amazon.com/Ranma-1-2-Vol/dp/1569319626
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44 Batgirl Year One

Batgirl: Year One takes center stage on this episode of Comic Dissection. Join Reno and Cecilia as they tackle the big questions. How does a woman escape from the shadows of Batman and make her own legacy? Is it ever ok to date a cop? Why would any self-respecting villain call themself Killer Moth? And come back in two weeks for Hate Me But Let Me Stay! Â
This weeks comic- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/batgirl-chuck-dixon/1142888571?ean=9781779522689
and in two weeks- https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/768866/hate-me-but-let-me-stay-vol-1-by-hijiki/
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Patreon https://ww...
43 Semantic Error season 3 the finale

The Semantic Error finale is here and boy it is a long one! Join Reno and Cecilia as they cover season 3 and answer all the big questions. How do you survive dinner with a toxic family? Why does miscommunication play such a pivotal role in these stories? And did Yuna have a good plan or not? And don’t forget to come back in two weeks for Batgirl: Year One.
this episode's comic- Â https://manta.net/en/series/semantic-error?seriesId=1251
and in two weeks- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/batgirl-chuck-dixon/1142888571?ean=9781779522689
Pat...
42 Final Fantasy: Volume 1 Lost Stranger

Reno and Cecilia are riding Chocobos and arguing with Moogles in this episode of Comic Dissection. Final Fantasy: Lost Stranger is a Isekai story that avoids many of the pitfalls of the genre. Join them as they answer all the big questions. What happens when you travel to another world and aren’t automatically good at everything? Can a sister be anything other than a motivating dead person? And, how many Final Fantasy easter eggs can Reno point out before Cecilia murders him? And come back in two weeks for season three of Semantic Error! Â
This week's comic-...
41 Happy Pride month! Heaven Official's Blessing part 4 the finale 85-101

This episode’s comic- for as long as it is avalible here https://www.bilibilicomics.com/detail/mc55Â
And in two weeks- https://www.amazon.com/Final-Fantasy-Lost-Stranger-Vol/dp/1975380908 Â
Happy Pride month! This episode of Comic Dissection Reno and Cecilia finish up Heaven Official’s Blessing with issues 85-101. Join them as they answer the big questions. Will our two gods finally get together? How much blood among warring nations is enough? And what does this comic have in common with Sailor Venus? And come back in two weeks for Final Fantasy Lost Stranger! Â
40 Fables Volume 1 Legends in Exile

This episode's comic- https://www.amazon.com/Fables-Legends-Exile-Vol-1/dp/140123755X
And in two weeks- Â Â for as long as it is avalible here https://www.bilibilicomics.com/detail/mc55
Things are not going well in the world of fairytales. Join Reno and Cecilia as they rip on Bill Willingham’s work Fables Volume 1: Legends in Exile and ask the big questions. How hard was it to make every character unlikeable? What makes a good detective story? And if you hate all the players, does it matter who wins the fight? And come back in two...
39 Heaven Official's Blessing part 3 63-85

Reno and Cecilia once again go chasing Xie Lian into adventure as they cover Heaven Official’s Blessing episodes 63-85. Join them as they answer the big questions. How do you stay looking young when you have been dead 1000 years? How do you win big in a ghost gambling den? And how hot does Cecilia find the sharing of an old meat bun? And come back in two weeks for Fables volume. Â
This episodes comics- Â for as long as it is avalible here https://www.bilibilicomics.com/detail/mc55
And in two weeks- https://www...
38 Lady Mechanika La Dama de la Muerte

Cecilia and Reno head south of the border for some steampunk shenanigans with Lady Mechanika! Join them as they attend the Day of the Dead festival and answer all the big questions. How is death handled in different cultures? How do we alleviate guilt from our pasts to those that are no longer with us? And how much glowing moss does it take to make a horse look like a ghost from beyond the grave? And come back in two weeks for Heaven Official’s Blessing 63-85!  Â
This episode's comic- Â https://imagecomics.com/comics/releases/lady-mechanika-la-dama-de-la-muerte
Two...
37 Heavens Official Blessing Part 2

This episode's comic- for as long as it is avalible here https://www.bilibilicomics.com/detail/mc55
and in two weeks- https://imagecomics.com/comics/releases/lady-mechanika-la-dama-de-la-muerte
Heaven Officials Blessing is back and Reno and Cecilia are back with it! Xie Lian is traveling to solve a mystery in a ghost town and nothing is what it seems. Join the gang as they answer the important questions. How do you break the cycle of atrocities from war? Can you trust the plant guy coming out of the ground? And what do scorpion snakes...
36 Joker Killer Smile

Happy April Fools!!!Â
this weeks comic- https://www.amazon.com/Joker-Killer-Smile-Jeff-Lemire/dp/1779502699?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&psc=1&smid=A2XAZ8JI5FY49I
In two weeks- Â for as long as it is avalible here https://www.bilibilicomics.com/detail/mc55
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35 Alex Ross Justice 7-12

Reno and Cecilia go back to the artwork of Alex Ross and Justice issues 7-12. The villains have the advantage and utopia is only a fingertip away as the podcast answers the big questions. Will the good guys play spoiler to this grand plan? Why does Brainiac want to be a father so bad? And what good is a dream prophecy anyway? And don’t forget to come back in 2 weeks for Heaven Official’s Blessing episodes 30-62 Â
This episodes comic- for as long as it is avalible here https://www.bilibilicomics.com/detail/mc55
and in...
34 Heaven Official's Blessing part 1

Heaven Official’s Blessing is the story of Xie Lian and his misadventures with Hua Cheng. Join Cecilia and Reno as they delve into the beginnings of this tale and answer all the important questions. How important is self-promotion to new gods? How do you settle ghost arguments? And who wants to live amongst the gods anyway? And come back in two weeks for Injustice 6-12!
This week's comic-for as long as it is avalible here https://www.bilibilicomics.com/detail/mc55
In Two Weeks- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Justice_(DC_Co...
33 Alex Ross Justice 1-6

The end of the world is coming and the only person who can stop it is... Lex Luthur? The bad guys are trying to do good but are still ok with some revenge and profit along the way. Join Cecilia and Reno as they explore Alex Ross’s Justice comic and ask the big questions. What does Utopia look like? Why can’t Batman learn a little bit of trust? And can Lex ever just get to the freaking point when he talks? And come back in two weeks for Heaven Officials Blessing!
This week's comic- http...
32 Semantic Error Part 3

Jae Young and Sang Woo are back at it doing what they do best; messing up relationships while being ridiculously good looking. Cecilia and Reno dive back into the world of Semantic Error in the third part of their coverage of this opposites attract tale. Join them as they answer the big questions. What makes a good videogame? How hardcore is too hardcore when doing gay research? And how much blushing can two men do in one lifetime? And come back in two weeks for Alex Ross’s Justice issues 1-6!
This weeks comics- https://manta.ne...
31 Superman Deep Dive

*Quick correction all mentions of Man of Steel 53 are referring to Action Comics 719. Sorry for the mistake
Time for a crash course on Superman! Join Cecilia and Reno as they discuss Clark Kent's alter ego, supporting cast, and the effect the character has had on comics since day one. Where did Superman get his iconic look from? Why does his rouge’s gallery get such a bad rap? Has the world outgrown the boy scout mentality of these types of heroes? Join the hosts as they answer all this and more! And come back in two weeks for Semantic Er...
30 Spider-Gwen Volumes 2-3 Weapon of Choice, Long Distance

This episode, Reno and Cecilia wrap up their introduction to Spider-Gwen with volumes 2 and 3 of the trade paperback. Join them as they answer the big questions. Is being a teenager, mentally healthy and being a superhero possible or do you have to pick 2? Why can’t Spider people ever ask for help? And why do the writers of Spider-Gwen hate classic Spider Villains so much? And come back in 2 weeks for a deep dive about Superman!
This episodes comic- Spider-Gwen volume 2 Weapon of Choice https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/spider-gwen-vol-2-jason-latour/1123841399?ean=9781302495008 an...
29 Heman part 2 Origins of Eternia podcast

It is a Skeletor world, we are just living in it. Join Reno and Cecilia as they delve into the origins of some of the Masters of the Universe in He-Man: Origins of Eternia. Listen as they answer the important questions. Why all the racism against the blue skinned Gar? How many art styles can fit into one ten page Orko comic? And why can’t Evil-Lynn get top billing in the issue with her name on it?! And come back in two weeks for Spider Gwen parts 2-3!
this episode's comic- HeMan- Vo...
28 Spider-Gwen Greater Power, Most Wanted?, and Sitting In A Tree podcast

Straight out of the Spiderverse animated movies comes Spider-Gwen! Join Reno and Cecilia as they talk everything origins about this breakout Marvel star. Find out the answers to all the burning questions. How important is representation in comics? What is the quickest way to get lizards out of your sewers? And can you get some power without all this darn responsibility? And come back in 2 weeks for He-Man Origins!
This week's comic- https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/spider-man-spider-gwen-brian-michael-bendis/1136586023?ean=9781302497842
https://www.amazon.com/Spider-gwen-Vol-0...