52 Pickup

• Week 49 - Eve of Destruction

  I choose you, hollow point! World’s Finest Gita Jackson and All-Star Alex Jaffe clinically examine issue #49, as well as diagnosing the Oolong Island scientists, assigning Muppets to each of the series writers, and determining the exact number of Evil Kryptonians. Show Notes: 52 Geoff Johns Grant Morrison Greg Rucka Mark Waid Keith Giffen New X-Men Kevin Feige Stan Lee The Muppets Kermit the Frog Sam Eagle Gonzo Hunter S. Thompson Rizzo Scooter Dr. Teeth 1: Let’s Talk Talent (04:27) Eddie Barrows Rodney Ramos Dan Green James Bond Dr. Will Magnus J. G. Jones Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure Hirohiko Araki The Flash Mirror Master Tom Taylor DCeased Animal Man Swamp Thing Alan Moore Egg Fu Vimanarama 2: Let’s Talk About 52 #49 (09:11) Black Adam Doctor Sivana JSA Power Girl Alan Scott Atom Smasher The Great Ten Benny Hill Eve of Destruction Roko’s basilisk T. O. Morrow World Series Baseball World Classic Shohei Ohtani Lex Luthor Superman (2025) The Venture Bros The Monarch The Joker Thunderbolts (2025) Superman General Zod Jimmy Olsen Jor-El Bruce Willis Jurassic Park Skynet Noah Centineo Black Adam (2022) Infinity Inc 3: The Backup (35:58) Don Kramer Michael Bair Batman Wonder Woman Citizen Steel Thunderbolt Star Spangled Kid Liberty Belle Hourman Wildcat 4: The Blackboard (39:26) No Country for Old Men Jay Garrick Impulse Starman Gerard Way Bipolar Disorder Narcissistic Personality Disorder Borderline Personality Disorder Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Major Depressive Disorder Autism 5: What’s your favorite part of the issue? (44:32) 6: Let’s Talk About Other Comics (46:45) Thor Roxxon Game Changer Mazing Man Greatest American Hero Cheers SpongeBob SquarePants Dial H for Hero Teen Titans Go! Matt Fraction Superman’s Pal Jimmy Olsen Peacemaker Kyle Starks Chip Zdarsky 7: Asking The Questions at [email protected] (51:10) Jon Ehrens Vic Sage Renee Montoya Life During Wartime American Utopia Sexy to Someone Ethel Cain The Rat 52 Pickup is an Aftermath production, created by Gita Jackson and Alex Jaffe, and edited by Esper Quinn, with original music by Jon Ehrens. Hosting for 52 Pickup is provided by Insert Credit. If you’d like to follow along, you can check out 52 at your local comic book store or library, or the DC Universe Infinite subscription service. The views and opinions expressed on this show are solely those of the show’s personalities, and do not reflect those of DC Entertainment or Warner Bros. Please rate and review our show wherever you can, and send your questions and comments to [email protected]. Never stop reading comics.

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• Week 48 - Asked and Answered

  Get me a McChicken from the Value Menu for a dollah! All-Star Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Alex Jaffe hunt down #48 of 52, and share Superman comic recommendations, final thoughts on the Religion of Crime, and the simple joy of kicking a rat man. Show Notes: 52 Geoff Johns Grant Morrison Greg Rucka Mark Waid Keith Giffen Labubu Beanie Babies Rejection Letters From Xavier’s School Of Exceptional Youth Orlando Bloom 1: Let’s Talk Talent and the Cover (02:30) J. G. Jones Renee Montoya Darick Robertson The Boys Hellblazer Tom Taylor DC Universe Infinite 2: Let’s Talk About 52 #48 (05:16) Nightwing Batwoman Batman Tim Drake Watchmen Rorschach Nite Owl Jack Kirby Dan Turpin Hereditary (2018) Midsommar (2019) Eddington (2025) Ari Aster Whisper A’Daire League of Assassins Ra’s al Ghul Final Crisis The Filth Bone Bruno Manheim Lady Styx Vic Sage The Question Michael Siglain Hammer Film Productions Countdown to Final Crisis Superman Johnny Appleseed Angelica Jade Bastién Tom King Wonder Woman True Grit Supergirl From Hell Succession Doctor Sivana Black Adam Professor Farnsworth All-Star Superman Superman For All Seasons What’s So Funny About Truth, Justice, and the American Way? Zack Snyder Lois Lane Superman (2023 series) Superman: the Animated Series My Adventures with Superman Superman Smashes the Klan Superman vs. Muhammad Ali Scott McCloud Understanding Comics Action Comics Jerry Siegel Joe Shuster 3: The Backup (35:17) Birds of Prey Nicola Scott Cheetal & Cheshire Rob the Justice League Huntress Big Barda Black Canary Lady Blackhawk Manhunter Jim Cheung Oracle The Batman Chronicles Batman: The Killing Joke Lady Shiva Power Girl Nico Robin Pearl Birds of Prey (2023) Colossus Wolverine Cassandra Cain Mister Miracle Ava DuVernay Darkseid Zack Snyder’s Justice League (2021) Barda Orion The New Gods 4: What’s your favorite part of the issue? (42:51) 5: The Blackboard (44:49) Intergang Cover of Batgirl Jaffe mentions Stephanie Brown Jeremiah Hatch Crime Bible: the Five Lessons of Blood 6: Let’s Talk About Comics (50:27) Marvel Cinematic Universe Jonathan Hickman New Avengers Miles Morales Absolute Wonder Woman Kevin Feige Iron Man Secret Wars Fantastic Four Illuminati Planet Hulk Secret Invasion Crisis on Infinite Earths Reed Richards T. O. Morrow Brian Michael Bendis Ultimate Spider-Man New 52 X-Men Jim Balent Catwoman James Tynion IV Something Is Killing the Children The Woods 52 Pickup is an Aftermath production, created by Gita Jackson and Alex Jaffe, and edited by Esper Quinn, with original music by Jon Ehrens. Hosting for 52 Pickup is provided by Insert Credit. If you’d like to follow along, you can check out 52 at your local comic book store or library, or the DC Universe Infinite subscription service. The views and opinions expressed on this show are solely those of the show’s personalities, and do not reflect those of DC Entertainment or Warner Bros. Please rate and review our show wherever you can, and send your questions and comments to [email protected]. Never stop reading comics.

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• Week 47 - Revelations

  Waiting for Bruce and thinkin’ bout goose! All-Star Alex Jaffe and World’s Finest Gita Jackson scramble around issue 47, tying up loose ends around the universe, finding early signs of Batman of Zur-En-Arrh, and considering why Batwoman leaves out a menorah even though it’s at least Februrary by now. Show Notes: 52 Geoff Johns Grant Morrison Greg Rucka Mark Waid Keith Giffen Wonder Woman Batman 1: Let’s Talk Talent and the Cover (02:39) Giuseppe Camuncoli Lorenzo Ruggiero Gotham City Sirens Harley Quinn Catwoman Poison Ivy Pete Pantazis Final Crisis YouTube Marvel Cinematic Universe Star-Lord Stephen Wacker Michael Siglain Countdown to Final Crisis J. G. Jones Batwoman The Multiversity The Intellectron 2: Let’s Talk About 52 #47 (10:43) Tim Drake The Riddler Black Adam Doctor Sivana Batman of Zur-En-Arrh The Metal Men Will Magnus Animal Man Steel Natasha Irons Beast Boy Teen Titans Renee Montoya Nightwing Jodi Picoult Dennis O’Neil James Bond Osiris 3: The Backup (33:09) Karl Kerschl Teen Titans: Year One Wonder Girl Aqualad Kid Flash Speedy Teen Titans (animated series) Kid Devil Ravager Miss Martian Supergirl Titans Smallville Buffy the Vampire Slayer Superman Kristin Kreuk Smallville (comic) Lazarus The Old Guard 2 4: What’s your favorite part of the issue? (33:27) 5: The Blackboard (38:10) Professor Moriarty Bugsy Malone Whisper A’Daire Peter Kürten Hawley Harvey Crippen John Wayne Gacy The Batman Who Laughs Scott Snyder Judge Death Judge Dredd Walter White Rick Sanchez Zack Snyder 6: Let’s Talk About Comics (45:41) Civil War Guardians of the Galaxy Thanos Jim Starlin Annihilation Captain Kirk Chris Pratt The Shadow Hero The Green Turtle Batman: Death by Design Batman manga Underwater Welder Damon Lindelof The Twilight Zone Sweet Tooth Jeff Lemire Absolute Flash Gorilla Grodd 52 Pickup is an Aftermath production, created by Gita Jackson and Alex Jaffe, and edited by Esper Quinn, with original music by Jon Ehrens. Hosting for 52 Pickup is provided by Insert Credit. If you’d like to follow along, you can check out 52 at your local comic book store or library, or the DC Universe Infinite subscription service. The views and opinions expressed on this show are solely those of the show’s personalities, and do not reflect those of DC Entertainment or Warner Bros. Please rate and review our show wherever you can, and send your questions and comments to [email protected]. Never stop reading comics.

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• Week 46 - Mad Science

  1A, 1A, 1A! World’s Finest Gita Jackson and All-Star Alex Jaffe cackle hysterically at issue 46, featuring high intensity eBay bidding, dealing with loving work by horrible people, and the origin story of some guy named Batman. Show Notes: 52 Geoff Johns Grant Morrison Greg Rucka Mark Waid Keith Giffen Black Adam The Andromeda Strain Space Mutiny (1988) Master Ninja (1984) Prince of Space (1958) Mystery Science Theater 3000 1: Let’s Talk Talent and the Cover(02:07) Patrick Oliffe Rodney Ramos Drew Geraci Doctor Sivana Egg Fu 2: Let’s Talk About 52 #46 (03:36) Superman T. O. Morrow Red Tornado Captain Marvel Veronica Cale Will Magnus Final Crisis Quentin Tarantino Death Proof (2007) Wonder Woman Superman (2025) James Gunn The Simpsons Kamp Krusty Lex Luthor Steel Natasha Irons Blue Beetle Smallville Hannibal Bates Nicholas Hoult All-Star Superman Mister Terrific Guy Gardner No Country for Old Men (2007) Cormac McCarthy Stargirl Atom Smasher Suicide Squad Nightwing Renee Montoya 3: The Backup (21:59) Batman Andy Kubert Green Lantern Cassandra Cain The Batman Chronicles Batman: Year One The Dark Knight Returns Batman: No Man’s Land Batman: Strange Apparitions Joker Fish Deadshot Silver St. Cloud Sherlock Holmes Batman: Court of Owls Agatha Christie Tim Drake Knives Out (2019) 4: What’s your favorite part of the issue? (28:36) Multiversity: Thunderworld Adventures Cameron Stewart Sam Kieth Mike Dringenberg Neil Gaiman Blizzcon Warren Ellis So Many of Us Planetary What’s So Funny About Truth Justice and the American Way? The Authority Barbara Gordon X-Men Joe Bennett Hulk J. K. Rowling Greg Land 5: The Blackboard (37:25) Doctor Time Doom Patrol Doctor Cyclops Dial H for Hero Doctor Death Robin Ira Quimby Hawkman Batman Incorporated Thomas Wayne Martha Wayne Batman: Arkham Asylum Scarecrow Frank Cifaldi Insert Credit Joker 6: Asking The Questions at [email protected] (43:31) Lois Lane Batman: the Brave and the Bold DC Comics Presents Supergirl Brother Power the Geek Slam Bradley Ralph Dibny Justice League Unlimited Marc Guggenheim Legends of Tomorrow Sarah Lance Krypto The Terrifics 52 Pickup is an Aftermath production, created by Gita Jackson and Alex Jaffe, and edited by Esper Quinn, with original music by Jon Ehrens. Hosting for 52 Pickup is provided by Insert Credit. If you’d like to follow along, you can check out 52 at your local comic book store or library, or the DC Universe Infinite subscription service. The views and opinions expressed on this show are solely those of the show’s personalities, and do not reflect those of DC Entertainment or Warner Bros. Please rate and review our show wherever you can, and send your questions and comments to [email protected]. Never stop reading comics.

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• Week 45 - Every Hour Wounds, The Last Kills

  Powersitting! All-Star Alex Jaffe and World’s Finest Gita Jackson rage for days against issue 45, including the Justice Society as Chuck Schumer, drafting the official 52 Pickup Suicide Squad, and exactly how this comic cover broke The Rock’s brain. Show Notes: 52 Geoff Johns Grant Morrison Greg Rucka Mark Waid Keith Giffen J. G. Jones Superman Black Adam Chris Batista Rodney Ramos Lex Luthor Steel 1: Let’s Talk Talent and the Cover (02:57) Dwayne The Rock Johnson Wizard Magazine The Scorpion King (2002) Vegeta Breaking Bad Uncut Gems (2019) Kevin Garnett Donkey Kong Mario Identity Crisis Rampage (2018) 2: Let’s Talk About 52 #45 (10:50) Isis Captain Marvel Mary Marvel Renee Montoya Vic Sage Osiris Todd MacFarlane Spawn Chuck Shumer Mister Terrific Alan Scott Amanda Waller Atom Smasher Suicide Squad Great Ten The Crow (1994) Doctor Sivana 52 Aftermath: The Four Horsemen Batman Wonder Woman 3: Let’s talk about the rest of 52 and some other comics and how comic creators get treated (26:05) Absolute Martian Manhunter Deniz Camp The Ultimates Ultimate Universe Jonathan Hickman Rihanna - We Found Love Mark Millar Fantastic Four Greg Land Sue Storm New 52 Starfire Warren Ellis Peach Momoko Ultimate X-Men Captain Marvel (2019) Captain America: The Winter Soldier (2014) Ed Brubaker James Gunn The Suicide Squad (2021) John Ostrander Stan Lee Civil War Jim Starlin KGBeast Thanos Peter David Conan the Barbarian 4: What’s your favorite part of the issue? (38:44) 5: The Blackboard (41:20) Mist Starman Captain Boomerang Jr. Control Freak Click (2006) Klarion the Witch Boy Seven Soldiers of Victory Solomon Grundy Carface Polka-Dot Man Livewire Superman: the Animated Series Bubba the Love Sponge Bruce Timm Paul Dini Harley Quinn Tank Girl (1995) Lori Petty The Joker Parasite Brainiac Darkseid Rachel Brosnahan Lois Lane Jurassic Park (1993) Roger Ebert PUP 52 Pickup is an Aftermath production, created by Gita Jackson and Alex Jaffe, and edited by Esper Quinn, with original music by Jon Ehrens. Hosting for 52 Pickup is provided by Insert Credit. If you’d like to follow along, you can check out 52 at your local comic book store or library, or the DC Universe Infinite subscription service. The views and opinions expressed on this show are solely those of the show’s personalities, and do not reflect those of DC Entertainment or Warner Bros. Please rate and review our show wherever you can, and send your questions and comments to [email protected]. Never stop reading comics.

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