The Forgotten Era: A Spider-Man Podcast

Ben Reilly
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A deep dive into the forgotten era of Spider-Man in the 90s. Breakdowns and discussions from two life-long Spidey fans about Spider-Man from the late 90s and into the early 2000s.

  1. TFEP Episode 22: Bouncy, Bouncy! (ASM 433-435)

    12/07/2025

    TFEP Episode 22: Bouncy, Bouncy! (ASM 433-435)

    It's Ricochet's time to shine (for one issue). Lots of untapped potential this episode, sure is a shame. Featuring Louise as guest host! Follow Louise here: @louisj.zamora on Instagram.

    1h 47m
  2. TFEP Episode 21: The Sting of the Hornet! (Sensational 26-28)

    11/23/2025

    TFEP Episode 21: The Sting of the Hornet! (Sensational 26-28)

    It's time for a crisis! An IDENTITY CRISIS! Join Ethan as he covers the first part of Identity Crisis, as The Hornet takes the stage! He also plays some voice messages meant for the Clone Saga episode. Thanks for those! Note: Wizard Magazine Issue 78 is the issue with the IC article.

    51 min
  3. TFEP Episode 20: At Last, SPIDER-HUNT! (Spider-Hunt)

    11/21/2025

    TFEP Episode 20: At Last, SPIDER-HUNT! (Spider-Hunt)

    Adam Chapman joins Ethan, once again, as they cover the first major crossover in Spidey-dom since 1996. Spider-Hunt was published in the pages of Sensational Spider-Man #25, ASM #432, PPSM #89, and Spectacular #255. Check out Adam's show, Comic Shenanigans, for more incredible comic coverage!

    1h 12m
  4. TFEP Interview 01: A Chat with my Bud (LaRosa)!

    11/17/2025 · BONUS

    TFEP Interview 01: A Chat with my Bud (LaRosa)!

    It's a Forgotten Era first, as Ethan has his first ever interview! And an AMAZING first one, at that. Bud LaRosa is an incredible artist/inker with an insane bibliography of titles including ASM (duh), X-Man, Punisher, Daredevil, and many many more. He and Ethan discuss his time breaking into the business, his time as a Romita Raider, Spider-Man, and even Italian recipes! You can follow Bud on Instagram @Bud_LaRosa and catch him at the Garden State Comic Fest in January!

    1h 8m
  5. TFEP Episode 19: Kraven's Angst (Spec 251-254)

    11/07/2025

    TFEP Episode 19: Kraven's Angst (Spec 251-254)

    Adam Chapman is back! Covering the return of Kraven and the prelude to Spider-Hunt! Spectacular Spider-Man #251-254

    1h 29m
  6. TFEP Episode 18: The Hunt Begins (PPSM 85-88)

    10/31/2025

    TFEP Episode 18: The Hunt Begins (PPSM 85-88)

    The Goblin is coming! The Goblin is coming! But first, SHOCKER, TRAPSTER.. and Paul. Featuring the incredible Adam Chapman from Comic Shenanigans!

    1h 28m
  7. TFEP Episode 17: Let There be (COSMIC) Carnage! (ASM 429-431, What-If #108)

    10/24/2025

    TFEP Episode 17: Let There be (COSMIC) Carnage! (ASM 429-431, What-If #108)

    Week 3 of 6 in the weekly Forgotten Era push! Today we have guest and symbiote expert Louise on the show to cover Amazing Spider-Man #429-431 and What-If (vol. 2) #108. Follow Louise here: @louisj.zamora on Instagram.

    1h 51m
  8. TFEP Episode 16: Back to the GRIND (Sensational #21-24)

    10/13/2025

    TFEP Episode 16: Back to the GRIND (Sensational #21-24)

    Spidey vs Demons, Spidey vs Christmas Those are our two plots, this episode, as Ethan covers Sensational Spider-Man issues #21-24 all by his lonesome. Apparently over 400 uses of "um" and "ah" were edited out of this episode. Jeez. Follow Ethan on social media @bachirimiro.

    40 min
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A deep dive into the forgotten era of Spider-Man in the 90s. Breakdowns and discussions from two life-long Spidey fans about Spider-Man from the late 90s and into the early 2000s.

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