Dear Watchers: an omniversal comic book podcast

Your Watchers, Guido & Rob
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Dear Watchers is a comic book podcast taking you through the omniverse where your Watchers Guido and Rob explore a different multiverse each episode, from Marvel’s What If to DC’s Elseworlds and far beyond. Join as we discuss the stories that were inspired by and take inspiration from each episode's alternate universe. Includes special episodes with guest creators, scholars and fellow podcasters to share their favorite trips to the multiverse and help ponder the possibilities of what lies ahead for comics and storytelling. For bonus episodes: www.ko-fi.com/DearWatchers

  1. What happens when the Bat meets the Merc in the most meta multiverse ever? From Batman / Deadpool #1 by DC & Marvel Comics

    NOV 24

    What happens when the Bat meets the Merc in the most meta multiverse ever? From Batman / Deadpool #1 by DC & Marvel Comics

    🎙️ What happens when the Bat meets the Merc in the most meta multiverse ever? One is the world’s greatest detective. The other talks to the readers more than his therapist. Together, they shatter the fourth wall and maybe the entire omniverse! Ep. 173 Batman/Deadpool: The Cosmic Kiss Caper from Batman/Deadpool #1 (DC/Marvel, 2026) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We’re diving into the unpredictable crossover chaos of Batman/Deadpool by Grant Morrison and Dan Mora! We begin with this record-breaking comic and unpack its surprising tone, before exploring the deeper themes of metafiction and DC/Marvel blending in related stories from The Amalgam Age 2026 event. Along the way, we trace the alternate universe legacy of fourth-wall-breaking storytelling, then wrap with speculation about what other mash-ups or media adaptations this might inspire. Reading / Watch List: Batman/Deadpool #1 (DC/Marvel, 2026)Written by Grant Morrison; art by Dan Mora; colors by Alejandro SanchezA Magician Walks Into a Universe (Amalgam Age 2026, DC/Marvel)Writers: James Tynion IV, Joshua Williamson, Scott SnyderSticks & Snikts (Amalgam Age 2026)Writer: Tom Taylor; art by Bruno RedondoHarley & Hulk’s Amazin’ Saturday!!!!!! (Amalgam Age 2026)Writer: Mariko Tamaki; art by Amanda ConnerNew Friends in Old Places (Amalgam Age 2026)Writer: G. Willow Wilson; art by Denys Cowan & Klaus JansonEmail: Podcast@DearWatchers.com Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

    54 min
  2. What if Jean Grey was resurrected instead of Colossus during Joss Whedon's Astonishing X-Men?

    NOV 10

    What if Jean Grey was resurrected instead of Colossus during Joss Whedon's Astonishing X-Men?

    🎙️ What if Jean Grey was resurrected instead of Colossus? Mutant destinies collide as we revisit one of the X-Men’s most “astonishing” eras — and imagine a fiery twist to its resurrection storyline. Ep. 172 — What If Jean Grey Was Resurrected Instead of Colossus? from Astonishing X-Men #1–6 “Gifted” (2004, Marvel Comics) and What If? Astonishing X-Men #1 (2010, Marvel Comics) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We’re diving into Joss Whedon and John Cassaday’s acclaimed Astonishing X-Men run — a fan-favorite relaunch that redefined Marvel’s mutants for a new era. But today we’re asking: what if the Phoenix rose again in place of Colossus? We begin with the modern classic Astonishing X-Men: Gifted (2004), following Cyclops, Emma Frost, Kitty Pryde, Wolverine, and Beast as they rebuild the team amid a “cure” for mutation. Then we explore Jim McCann and Ibraim Roberson’s What If? Astonishing X-Men #1 (2010), where Ord’s experiment revives Jean Grey instead — igniting chaos, temptation, and tragedy across the X-Men. Along the way, we discuss Whedon’s impact on the franchise, Emma and Jean’s ever-evolving rivalry, and how this alternate resurrection might have reshaped mutantkind — from Avengers vs. X-Men to the Krakoan age. Finally, we ponder future X-Men adaptations and whether Jean’s return is always inevitable. Reading / Watch List: Astonishing X-Men #1–6: “Gifted” (Marvel Comics, 2004) — Writer: Joss Whedon, Artist: John CassadayWhat If? Astonishing X-Men #1 (Marvel Comics, 2010) — Writer: Jim McCann, Artist: Ibraim Roberson(Optional follow-up) Avengers vs. X-Men #0–12 (Marvel Comics, 2012) — Writers: MultipleEmail: Podcast@DearWatchers.com Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

    47 min
  3. What if Superman fought Frankenstein and Dracula? From Superman #344 (DC Comics)

    OCT 27

    What if Superman fought Frankenstein and Dracula? From Superman #344 (DC Comics)

    🎙️ What if Superman fought Frankenstein and Dracula? It’s spooky season in the Omniverse, and we’re inviting two gothic horror icons into the DC Universe! Time to find out what happens when the Last Son of Krypton crosses paths with the Lord of Vampires and the Creature of Promethean Science. Ep. 171 What If Superman Fought Dracula & Frankenstein? from Superman Vol. 1 #344 (DC Comics, 1980) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We’re diving into Superman’s horror-tinged team-up tale! We begin with Mary Shelley's Frankenstein (1818) and Bram Stoker's Dracula (1897), two genre-defining novels that have influenced centuries of storytelling, including comic books. Then we visit Superman #344 from the Bronze Age of DC Comics, where the Man of Steel faces off against reimagined versions of Frankenstein’s Monster and Count Dracula. Along the way, we explore how public domain monsters fit into superhero mythologies, and wrap with speculation about the future of monster crossovers and Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein. Reading / Watch List: Superman Vol. 1 #344 (DC Comics, 1980) – “The Monsters Among Us!”Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus by Mary Shelley (1818)Dracula by Bram Stoker (1897)Email: Podcast@DearWatchers.com Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

    41 min
  4. What if we opened a portal to New York Comic Con 2025 to reveal our highlights?

    OCT 13

    What if we opened a portal to New York Comic Con 2025 to reveal our highlights?

    🎙️ What If We Opened a Portal to New York Comic Con 2025 to Reveal Our Highlights? NYCC is our annual pilgrimage through fandom—and this year we opened a portal to relive it all! From retro creators and cosplay encounters to surprise Marvel reveals and new comic treasures, we’re sharing the sights, sounds, and stories that made 2025’s con unforgettable. Ep. 170 What If We Opened a Portal to New York Comic Con 2025 to Reveal Our Highlights? Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We just got back from New York Comic Con 2025, and instead of our usual multiverse deep-dive, we’re giving you a guided tour of our con experience—through our three classic segments: Origins of the Story, Exploring Multiversity, and Pondering Possibilities. We chat about tradition, community, legendary creators like Bob Wiacek, fan-favorite artists like Russell Dauterman, and what Marvel’s latest shows (Daredevil: Born Again, Wonder Man, Vision Quest) tell us about the MCU’s future. From sentimental traditions and crowd energy to exclusive merch and unforgettable encounters—this episode is both a recap and a celebration of the con that feels like home. Email: Podcast@DearWatchers.com Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

    39 min
  5. What if Marvel and DC comics were part of the same company? (From Deadpool / Batman #1)

    SEP 22

    What if Marvel and DC comics were part of the same company? (From Deadpool / Batman #1)

    🎙️ Two Publishers, Both Alike in Dignity… What if DC and Marvel were one shared multiverse? We’re diving into the biggest crossover in years to explore the ultimate fan fiction gone corporate canon. Ep. 169 Deadpool Batman #1: What If Marvel & DC Were the Same Company? from Deadpool Batman #1 (Marvel/DC, 2025) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers They said it couldn’t be done… but they did it anyway! We're diving into Deadpool Batman #1, the first co-published Marvel/DC crossover in decades. From Deadpool in Gotham to Wonder Woman and Cap co-founding a shared past, we explore this jam-packed issue filled with seven stories by top creators like Zeb Wells, Frank Miller, Chip Zdarsky, Kelly Thompson, Kevin Smith, Al Ewing, and Ryan North. We begin with the long history of intercompany collaborations (and our past coverage on them), then break down each vignette from this new shared Earth—including Rocket Raccoon with a Green Lantern ring, a silent Jeff & Krypto tale, and Old Man Logan vs. Dark Knight Returns. We finish with a massive surprise tease of the original Amalgam Universe returning (Logo! Thanoside! Super Soldier!). Is this a one-off event? Or the beginning of a new omniversal era? Either way, we’re pondering possibilities from across both comic book cosmoses. Reading / Watch List: Deadpool Batman #1 (Marvel/DC, 2025)Captain America Wonder Woman: The Gun and the Sword by Chip Zdarsky & Terry DodsonOld Man Logan & Batman: Showdown by Frank MillerLogo: Enter Logo by Ryan North & Ryan StegmanDeadpool Batman: The Dead of Night by Zeb Wells & Greg CapulloDaredevil Green Arrow: The Red and the Green by Kevin Smith & Adam KubertRocket Raccoon Green Lantern by Al Ewing & Dike RuanJeff & Krypto: Catch by Kelly Thompson & GurihiruEmail: Podcast@DearWatchers.com Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

    39 min
  6. What if Jason (Friday the 13th) fought Freddy (Nightmare on Elm Street) and Ash (Evil Dead)?

    SEP 8

    What if Jason (Friday the 13th) fought Freddy (Nightmare on Elm Street) and Ash (Evil Dead)?

    🎙️ Groovy? Dreamy? Slashy? Let’s get ready to SCREAM! What happens when three horror icons collide in the multiverse—and who’s left standing when the blood dries? Ep. 168 What if Jason (Friday the 13th) fought Freddy (Nightmare on Elm Street) and Ash (Evil Dead)? from Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash #1-6 (Wildstorm/Dynamite, 2007–2008) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers We’re diving into the ultimate horror crossover multiverse! We begin with the legendary slasher and supernatural legacies of Jason Voorhees, Freddy Krueger, and Ash Williams—from Friday the 13th, Nightmare on Elm Street, and Evil Dead respectively—before turning to the blood-soaked comics of Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash and its chaotic sequel The Nightmare Warriors. Along the way we explore the intersection of fan service, horror mythmaking, and multiversal mash-ups, then wrap with speculation on whether this horror trifecta deserves a cinematic rematch—or maybe an even bigger monster multiverse. Reading / Watch List: Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash #1-6 (Wildstorm/Dynamite, 2007)Freddy vs. Jason vs. Ash: The Nightmare Warriors #1-6 (Wildstorm/Dynamite, 2009)Freddy vs. Jason (New Line Cinema, 2003)Friday the 13th (Paramount, 1980) – and sequelsA Nightmare on Elm Street (New Line Cinema, 1984) – and sequelsThe Evil Dead (Renaissance Pictures, 1981) – and sequels including Army of Darkness, Ash vs Evil Dead, etc.Email: Podcast@DearWatchers.com Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

    50 min
  7. What if we were gods of the omniverse & could create our own multiverses? (Four-year Anniversary Special!)

    AUG 25

    What if we were gods of the omniverse & could create our own multiverses? (Four-year Anniversary Special!)

    🎙️ Gods of the Omniverse? It’s Our 4-Year Anniversary! from Dear Watchers Episode 167 Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Happy (slightly belated) birthday to us! Dear Watchers just turned 4 years old, and we’re celebrating with you. We look back at our origins (dating back to July 2021), share wild trivia about our journey (170+ episodes, 6,859 minutes of runtime, 25 unique guests, and five straight days of bingeable Watchers content!), and reminisce about our favorite arcs like Age of Apocalypse. Then, since we’re the “gods of the Omniverse” for this minisode, we invent our own Elseworlds/What Ifs! Rob pitches Spider-Man as a 1950s black-and-white horror monster, Elvira solving murders in Gotham with Batman, and the Joker hosting a late-night talk show. Guido imagines the Muppets as Mutants at Xavier’s School, Elvira traveling to Etheria to meet She-Ra, and the X-Men cast in a soap opera (or Twin Peaks). We debate, laugh, and pick our favorites—like a true anniversary mashup. Reading / Watch List: (No homework this week — these universes don’t exist yet!) Instead, check out our earlier anniversary specials:Ep. 54 – One-Year Birthday Trivia PartyEp. 100 – Watchers’ Favorite What IfsEp. 150 – Another Big RetrospectiveEmail: Podcast@DearWatchers.com Find us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

    28 min
  8. What if Wonder Woman was crossed with She-Ra and Barbie to lead the Star Riders, a team of sparkling superheroines?

    AUG 11

    What if Wonder Woman was crossed with She-Ra and Barbie to lead the Star Riders, a team of sparkling superheroines?

    🎙️ Wonder Woman Meets She-Ra Meets Barbie?! Grab a box of Cinnamon Mini Buns from 1993, comb your long luxurious hair, and polish your gemstones—because today we’re traveling to the most glittery corner of the multiverse. Ep. 166 What if Wonder Woman Led the Star Riders? from Wonder Woman and the Star Riders (Mattel/DC Promotional Minicomics, 1993) Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers What if Wonder Woman was crossed with She-Ra and Barbie to lead the Star Riders, a team of sparkling superheroines? We’re diving into this dazzling “lost” alternate universe born from a 1993 DC/Mattel collaboration. We begin with Tom King & Guillem March’s Wonder Woman #20–21 (2025) before turning to the unreleased Wonder Woman and the Star Riders toys, catalog comics, and animated special. Along the way, we explore the bizarre and mysterious history of this canceled line—from prototypes to SDCC screenings—and wrap by pondering whether this glitter-powered Elseworld should return. Reading / Watch List: Wonder Woman #20–21 (DC Comics, 2025) — Writer: Tom King; Artist: Guillem MarchWonder Woman and the Star Riders Promotional Comics (Mattel/DC, 1993) — Art: José Luis García-LópezWonder Woman and the Star Riders vs. Purrsia Minicomic (Mattel/DC, 1993)Email: Podcast@DearWatchers.comFind us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchers Theme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★ ★ Support this podcast ★

    47 min
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Dear Watchers is a comic book podcast taking you through the omniverse where your Watchers Guido and Rob explore a different multiverse each episode, from Marvel’s What If to DC’s Elseworlds and far beyond. Join as we discuss the stories that were inspired by and take inspiration from each episode's alternate universe. Includes special episodes with guest creators, scholars and fellow podcasters to share their favorite trips to the multiverse and help ponder the possibilities of what lies ahead for comics and storytelling. For bonus episodes: www.ko-fi.com/DearWatchers

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