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Spec Tales asks collectors and creators: what's your grail tale? Join Jake and Jesús each week as they explore new stories about the comic book grails we all love — the epic journies behind how they were obtained or how they inspired new creativity. You can share your grail tale by emailing the guys at spectalespodcast@gmail.com Or by reaching out on Twitter and Instagram.

Spec Tales: A Comic Book Podcast Spec Tales

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    • 5.0 • 34 Ratings

Spec Tales asks collectors and creators: what's your grail tale? Join Jake and Jesús each week as they explore new stories about the comic book grails we all love — the epic journies behind how they were obtained or how they inspired new creativity. You can share your grail tale by emailing the guys at spectalespodcast@gmail.com Or by reaching out on Twitter and Instagram.

    A Grail Tale That'll Capture You In A Chamber of Chills

    A Grail Tale That'll Capture You In A Chamber of Chills

    Jake and Jesús fly solo this week to discuss Free Comic Book Day, the calm between the storms, and a chilling listener-submitted grail tale.

    SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.

    REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com

    As always — thank you for listening.

    Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co

    • 1 hr 3 min
    Elliot Comic Art and the Tater of Terror

    Elliot Comic Art and the Tater of Terror

    This week, we welcome friend and talented artist Elliot of Elliot Comic Art. Elliot delivers his grail tale in addition to talking about all the new versions of JJ the Spec Tater Tot running around the multiverse he's been instrumental in creating.

    GOLD KEY KICKSTARTER — Back the Gold Key Boris Karloff Kickstarter to receive a JJ Karloff sticker. There are also 25 limited edition JJ Karloff t-shirts available to the first 25 new backers to select the shirt as an add-on.

    SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.

    REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com

    Follow Elliot Comic Art on Twitter

    As always — thank you for listening.

    Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co

    • 1 hr 15 min
    Spec Tales First Comic Con Appearance and A Listener Submitted Grail Tale

    Spec Tales First Comic Con Appearance and A Listener Submitted Grail Tale

    This week, Jesús tells all about his experience representing Spec Tales at a local comic book convention in Houston, including a grail tale that unfolded right before his eyes. And back by popular demand, another listener-submitted grail tale and THING is of Hulk-size proportions...and you may want to bring some tissues too.

    SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.

    REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com


    As always — thank you for listening.


    Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Welcome to the Resurrection: Gold Key Launches into the Modern Age

    Welcome to the Resurrection: Gold Key Launches into the Modern Age

    One of the most epic grail talers from 2022 is back to deliver even more comic excellence. Yes, Lance Linderman the co-owner of Gold Key Comics is back for another round, and this time he's brought a special guest. Writer and epic comic creator Michael Conrad (Wonder Woman, Batgirls) also gets in on the breaking news.

    Check out the Gold Key Kickstarter Campaign!

    SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.

    REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com

    Certified Comic Shop is the official sponsor of the Spec Tales Podcast. Use the code FREECOMIC to receive a free comic book with every purchase.


    As always — thank you for listening.

    Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co

    • 1 hr 22 min
    All Grails No Tales — Jake and Jesús Fly Solo Again

    All Grails No Tales — Jake and Jesús Fly Solo Again

    Jesús and Jake take on another episode flying solo. With a veritable smorgasbord of recent pickups and speculation comics to talk about, there's definitely something for all collectors. The real news is the announcement of an event Spec Tales will be making an appearance at very soon! But we can't give it all away in the descriptions, listen to hear all the juicy details.

    SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.

    REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com


    Certified Comic Shop is the official sponsor of the Spec Tales Podcast. Use the code FREECOMIC to receive a free comic book with every purchase.

    As always — thank you for listening.

    Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co

    • 1 hr 2 min
    The Return of Newbie Comics and the Most Suspenseful Grail Tale

    The Return of Newbie Comics and the Most Suspenseful Grail Tale

    The man, the myth, the Canadian Joel — AKA Newbie Comics — is back in the studio to chat about his suspenseful grail tale and what comes after acquiring your mountain-top grail. Newbie also happens to be one of the best comic speculators in the business and proves it several times over. Don't miss this extra long episode.

    SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.

    REACH OUT TO US! Share a grail tale of your own, give us some feedback, or tell us a topic you want us to discuss. Our website is www.spectalespodcast.com or find us on Twitter and on Instagram. You can also shoot us a message anytime at spectalespodcast@gmail.com

    Certified Comic Shop is the official sponsor of the Spec Tales Podcast. Use the code FREECOMIC to receive a free comic book with every purchase.

    As always — thank you for listening.

    Spec Tales Artwork Created by Bartels Creative Co

    • 1 hr 16 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
34 Ratings

34 Ratings

Liverpooler74 ,

Great comics podcast

As a former guest on the show, I can say with authority that Jake and Jesus produce a fun format to nerd out about comics. The Grail Tale is completely unique in the ecosystem. Give it a listen, you won’t regret it.

O Wise Tim ,

I’m Back thanks for the help

Just got back into collecting after about 30 years! Love this podcast that is informative and at the same time entertaining! Thanks for all the info you guys share!

Unborn Virus ,

No Need to Speculate on Subscribing

This is a must subscribe for any comic reader. The host run down recent pick ups, speculate on what issue will be hot to help you make some cash and then discuss grail tales for the hard core collector. Best of all, when they have a guest from the industry they join in the three topics that shows listens a different side of the creator instead of the typical interview.

- JVD

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