Conan the Barbarian #41 (1974) | Hither Came Conan (63)

Conan the Barbarian #41 (1974) | Hither Came Conan (63)

Conan finally makes it to Zamora, when of course, within minutes he's dodging a murderous mob, rescuing a mysterious beauty, and riding headlong toward certain doom. Lace them boot up tight, folks as we dive into Conan the Barbarian #41: The Garden of Death and Life, a sun-baked nightmare that begins with a beautiful woman fleeing for her life and ends with one of the most unsettling finales in the entire Marvel run. What follows is pure Hyborian weirdness. A woman who never eats. A tree that should not exist. Giant seed pods hanging in the darkness. Missing corpses. Desert brigands destined to become plant food. And a growing realization that the lovely Zhadorr may not be what she appears to be. Inspired by classic science fiction and horror tales, Roy Thomas serves up a story that feels equal parts Weird Tales and midnight creature feature, while John Buscema and Ernie Chan deliver some of the creepiest imagery ever to stalk the pages of Conan the Barbarian. So join us, Dear Listener, as we hack through the vines, trace the story's inspirations back to C. L. Moore and Invasion of the Body Snatchers, and revel in a tale where the monster isn't hiding in the shadows—it's pretending to be the damsel in distress. Grab your broadsword, avoid suspicious oases, and maybe don't follow strange women into the desert, because the Garden of Death and Life is blooming... and it's hungry. Conan the Barbarian #41: The Garden of Death and Life was published by Marvel Comics in May of 1974. Enjoy! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Promos Used: Another G.I. Joe Podcast [https://gijoe.somanypodcasts.com/] Play Comics [https://playcomics.com/] Infinite Earths: A Guide to the DC Multiverse [https://brickcrisis.com/show/ieg/] The Superman Super Show! [https://supermansupershow.com/] Opal City Confidential: A Starman Podcast [https://stopletsteamup.libsyn.com/opal-city-confidential-a-starman-podcast-episode-090-do-you-jest-sir] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hither Came Conan is a production of Steeven Orr Else Media. For more nerdy goodness from me, visit somanypodcasts.com [http://somanypodcasts.com/]. Got questions or comments? Drop us a line at feedback@hithercameconan.com. If you enjoyed today’s episode, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform—it really helps us reach more fans! And don’t forget: if you’d like early, ad‑free access to all our podcasts, join our exclusive subscription program, Steeven Orr Else Beyond. Start your free trial today at beyond.steevenorrelse.com [http://beyond.steevenorrelse.com/]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mike's Amazing World of Comics [http://www.mikesamazingworld.com/mikes/index.php] Cimmerian Press [https://www.cimmerianpress.com/]

Asking the Abners if eBay Can Suck It! | Steeven Orr Else (8)

In this episode you will be baffled and more than a little amazed to be listening to the following segments: * Ask the Abners: The Final Season/Episode of Game of Thrones. (Originally published in the second incarnation of the Steeven Orr Else podcast Episode 1 from July 22, 2019) * My thoughts on Spawn #1 #1 by Todd McFarlane, Tom Orzechowski, and Steve Oliff. Published by Image Comics in June of 1992. (Originally published in the third incarnation of the Steeven Orr Else podcast Episode 2 from September 24, 2021) * A fake ad for Rossman's Toe Floss. (Originally published in the first incarnation of the Steeven Orr Else podcast Episode 7 from October 11, 2018) * Podcasting 101: A talk on my podcast process. (Originally published in My Other Podcast Episode 10 from October 29, 2018) * The Low Rent Fanboy Tip of the Week: Know Your Library. (Originally published in the first incarnation of Just Another Fanboy Episode 2 from September 13, 2006) * I tell a terrible joke. (Originally published in My Other Podcast Episode 158 from December 17, 2020) * eBay Can Suck It! In which I am angry at eBay. (Originally published in My Other Podcast Episode 158 from December 17, 2020) Promos Used: Another G.I. Joe Podcast [http://gijoe.somanypodcasts.com/] Marvel Star Wars: Empire to Jedi [https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/show/empiretojedi/] Campus Comics Cast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/campus-comics-cast/id1326952368] Steeven Orr Else is a presentation of Steeven Orr Else Media [http://somanypodcasts.com/]. For more nerdy goodness from me, check out somanypodcasts.com [http://somanypodcasts.com/]. Questions and comments can be directed to steevenorrelse@gmail.com If you enjoyed the show, you can help to boost our presence online by leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. I also invite you to join our subscription program, Steeven Orr Else Beyond [http://beyond.steevenorrelse.com/], and in return, you'll get episodes of Just Another Fanboy, along with every other podcast under the Steeven Orr Else Media umbrella early and ad-free. Start your free trial today at beyond.steevenorrelse.com [http://beyond.steevenorrelse.com/].

Star Brand, Ice Pirates, and Eggs! | Steeven Orr Else (7)

In this episode you will be baffled and more than a little amazed to be listening to the following segments: * Franks & Bean: Eggs Parts One, Two, and Three. (Originally published in the third incarnation of the Steeven Orr Else podcast Episode 1 from April 22, 2025) * An Intro About Nothing. (Originally published in My Other Podcast Episode 216 from December 3, 2021) * My thoughts on Star Brand #1 by Jim Shooter, John Romita, Jr., Al Williamson, Joe Rosen, and Christie Scheele. Published by Marvel Comics in July of 1986. (Originally published in the second incarnation of the Steeven Orr Else podcast Episode 4 from August 12, 2019) * A fake ad for Pickle in a Sack. (Originally published in the first incarnation of Just Another Fanboy Episode 18 from December 28, 2006) * 30 Seconds of Nonsense: Ball Bearings! (Originally published in the second incarnation of the Steeven Orr Else podcast Episode 7 from August 26, 2019) * A look at the movie, Ice Pirates, from 1984. (Previously Unreleased) Promos Used: Another G.I. Joe Podcast [http://gijoe.somanypodcasts.com/] Marvel Star Wars: Empire to Jedi [https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/show/empiretojedi/] Campus Comics Cast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/campus-comics-cast/id1326952368] Steeven Orr Else is a presentation of Steeven Orr Else Media [http://somanypodcasts.com/]. For more nerdy goodness from me, check out somanypodcasts.com [http://somanypodcasts.com/]. Questions and comments can be directed to steevenorrelse@gmail.com If you enjoyed the show, you can help to boost our presence online by leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. I also invite you to join our subscription program, Steeven Orr Else Beyond [http://beyond.steevenorrelse.com/], and in return, you'll get episodes of Just Another Fanboy, along with every other podcast under the Steeven Orr Else Media umbrella early and ad-free. Start your free trial today at beyond.steevenorrelse.com [http://beyond.steevenorrelse.com/].

Teenagers, Mutants, Ninjas, and Turtles! | Steeven Orr Else (6)

In this episode you will be baffled and more than a little amazed to be listening to the following segments: A Look at Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 by Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird. Published by Mirage in May of 1984. (Originally published in the second incarnation of the Steeven Orr Else podcast Episode 3 from August 5, 2019) A fake ad for Clamps4Life. (Originally published in the third incarnation of the Steeven Orr Else podcast Episode 3 from May 6, 2025) Maxwell Malone and His New Trombone. (Previously Unreleased) Rabbits Eat Their Own Poop! (Previously Unreleased) A Look at Iron Man #225 by David Michelinie, Mark Bright, Bob Layton, Janice Chiang, and Bob Sharen. Published by Marvel Comics in September, 1987. (Originally published in the first incarnation of the Steeven Orr Else podcast from November 7, 2018) I Learn Something New Everyday: Turtle Facts! (Originally published in the second incarnation of the Steeven Orr Else podcast Episode 3 from August 5, 2019) Hiking in the Wild With a New Pair of Spectacles! (Previously Unreleased) Promos Used: Another G.I. Joe Podcast [http://gijoe.somanypodcasts.com/] Marvel Star Wars: Empire to Jedi [https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/show/empiretojedi/] Campus Comics Cast [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/campus-comics-cast/id1326952368] Steeven Orr Else is a presentation of Steeven Orr Else Media [http://somanypodcasts.com/]. For more nerdy goodness from me, check out somanypodcasts.com [http://somanypodcasts.com/]. Questions and comments can be directed to steevenorrelse@gmail.com If you enjoyed the show, you can help to boost our presence online by leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast app. I also invite you to join our subscription program, Steeven Orr Else Beyond [http://beyond.steevenorrelse.com/], and in return, you'll get episodes of Just Another Fanboy, along with every other podcast under the Steeven Orr Else Media umbrella early and ad-free. Start your free trial today at beyond.steevenorrelse.com [http://beyond.steevenorrelse.com/].

Kitty Pryde and Wolverine #3 (1984) | The Comic Book Super Show! (3)

Things get a bit sticky as Kitty and Wolverine battle across Tokyo. That's today as Ed and Steeven wrap themselves up in Kitty Pryde and Wolverine #3: Death! A new character is introduced, at least to this story, and the ending hangs off a cliff in such a fashion that you simply won't understand how it clings there on the rocky edge without dropping into the dark depths below. Don’t miss it! Kitty Pryde and Wolverine #3 was published by Marvel Comics in October of 1984. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Promos Used: Infinite Earths: A Guide to the DC Multiverse [https://brickcrisis.com/show/ieg/] Edit Your Pod [http://edityourpod.com/] Another G.I. Joe Podcast [https://gijoe.somanypodcasts.com/] Pop Culture Basement [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsGiUkj-l2ErqwdlCx2oIpQ] Play Comics [https://playcomics.com/] Hither Came Conan [https://conan.somanypodcasts.com/] Opal City Confidential: A Starman Podcast [https://stopletsteamup.libsyn.com/opal-city-confidential-a-starman-podcast-episode-090-do-you-jest-sir] . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Comic Book Super Show is a production of Steeven Orr Else Media. For more nerdy goodness like this episode, visit somanypodcasts.com [http://somanypodcasts.com/]. Got questions or comments? Drop us a line at thecomicbooksupershow@somanypodcasts.com. If you enjoyed today’s episode, please consider leaving a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform—it really helps us reach more fans! And don’t forget: if you’d like early, ad‑free access to all our podcasts, join our exclusive subscription program, Steeven Orr Else Beyond. Start your free trial today at beyond.steevenorrelse.com [http://beyond.steevenorrelse.com/]. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mike's Amazing World of Comics [https://mikesamazingworld.com/]