Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Marvel/DC 2026 Showdown!

20 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Avengers:Doomsday! Supergirl! Spider-Man! Clayface! Fresh from CinemaCon, Rob shares his impressions of all the upcoming comic book films and their p...

Image at 34! CinemaCon! Marvel Massacre!

16 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rob is on the road from CinemaCon in Vegas. He shares views and insights to Image & Youngblood at 34 and on the Marvel Massacre where artists suff...

Todd McFarlane Hall Of Fame!

13 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

4 decades of McFarlane excellence sets the stage for our inaugural Hall Of Fame episode! We look at Todd’s extended body of work. Spider-Man! Spawn!...

Robert Kirkman Speaks!

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Invincible! Battle Beast! Terminal The creative powerhouse writer, producer  and Image partner joins Rob for a monster, in-depth 2 hour conversation ...

Robert Kirkman Speaks!

09 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Robert Kirkman Speaks! Invincible! Battle Beast! Terminal The creative powerhouse writer, producer  and Image partner joins Rob for a monster, in-dep...

ABSOLUTE Everything Everywhere All The Time!

06 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The ABSOLUTE Episode. Why it works, where it’s going! 

Marvel’s Doomsday!

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Doomsday! What we know, what we think we know and what to expect from Marvel’s biggest movie in years! 

The Decades:1979!

30 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Decades:1979! Peak AVENGERS & X-MEN! Alien! Star Trek:The Motion Picture! Disco Ruled. Michael Jackson makes Off The Wall! Marvel introduces 1...

DENIED! Frank Miller’s 1985 Absolute DC Reboot!

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Another jam packed show featuring the details of Frank Miller’s far reaching plans to reboot DC’s Icons in 1985. Find out about “The Amazon”, ...

Marvel’s Deep Freeze!

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A Jam-Packed Jumbo sized episode! With Marvel as cold as ice what will it take to finally heat them up? Also, Dark Knight at 40! The Untold Secrets Of...

Break Up’s, Shake Up’s & Make Up’s!

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Stan & Jack! Chris & John! Chris & Jim! The Break Up’s, Shake Up’s & Make Up’s that shook the industry! 

Comic Book Camelot!

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Legend of King Arthur never shined as bright as it did in the early 80’s with John Boorman’s Excalibur and Brian Bolland’s Camelot 3000 rele...

Comic Craze! Fever Frenzy!

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

D’ORC! WHITE SKY! NECTAR! An avalanche of new titles are dominating the headlines, sending fans scrambling in their hunt to obtain them! Rob is join...

Comic Book Rescue Roles!

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A pair of Comic Book roles provide essential lifelines for talent in difficult times! The stories of Iron Man and Deadpool, and the transformative cin...

Why Marvel Should Buy DC Comics!

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Paramount has won the right to own Warner Bros. and the mountain of debt that comes with it. With $75 billion dollars in debt hanging over them, costs...

Is Marvel Tanking?

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

All is not well in Marvel-land. They can’t keep talent, their comics are stale and gimmicks won’t save them. What comes next? 

Comics Pro!

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Rob attends the Comics Pro Industry Conference and shares his adventures and impressions! 

The Power Of Perez!

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

JLA! Titans! Crisis! An episode squarely focused on the most important hire in the history of DC Comics! How George Perez topped the charts, bringing ...

The Kirby Chronicles!

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Jack Kirby left Marvel for DC Comics in 1970 and the industry shook. While his characters, such as Darkseid, are in the spotlight in today’s blockbu...

The CON-Fluence!

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Wonder Con! Megacon! C2E2! Planet Comicon! Convention Season is here! Rob takes your $500 dollars and spends it for maximum engagement! 

The 500 Show!

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We made it to 500 episodes and Rob celebrates sharing insights and notable quotes from legendary comic book super stars from across the ages. Listen a...

Pro's & Cons

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is guidance intended for professional eyes and ears only. 

Mad About Manga!

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Attack On Titan! Kaiju No. 8! My Hero Acadamia! Manga is soaring in popularity but how exactly is it made? What is the process of making your favorite...

Sal Buscema:Legacy

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Spider Man! Hulk! Rom! The Defenders! Avengers! The Late, Great, Sal Buscema was a pillar of Marvel Comics for over 6 decades! Rob shares his favorite...

The Jim Valentino Chat!

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From Guardians Of The Galaxy to Shadowhawk, his work has entertained the masses! Comic book legend and Image Comics Partner, Jim Valentino, joins the ...

The 4th Wall Breakers!

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Howard The Duck! Lobo! Deadpool! Ambush Bug! Bloodwulf! She-Hulk! Rob walks through his own progression as a fan, watching the emergence and later, th...

Why The 90’s Rule!

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Comics Scene was exploding with new characters and opportunities, until, it wasn’t. How comics went from a creative  based model to a curator b...

The Whilce Portacio Chat!

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

X-MEN! PUNISHER! IRON MAN! The creator of Bishop and original Image Comics Founder, Whilce Portacio, joins the show to discuss his incredible art and ...

The Kirkman Manifesto! Part 2 - The Industry Reacts!

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

As Robert Kirkman leaves Marvel in 2008, he releases a call to arms for all creators. In the aftermath, significant industry notables fail to offer th...

The Kirkman Manifesto! Part 1

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

A celebrated indie darling signs with Marvel only to find multiple obstacles in his path. In 2008, he would break from his contract, become a partner ...

You Fixed Marvel!

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The word went out and you responded overwhelmingly, by the thousands, with your ways to FIX MARVEL! I share many of them here today. 

The Anniversary Show!

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Dark Knight! Superman vs. Spider Man! 2026 rolls in with multiple anniversary celebrations for Marvel, DC & Image! Audio note: Portions of this e...

The Mighty Marvel Meltdown!

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

2025 was a rough year for Marvel across every platform. As Marvel looks to return from rock bottom, Rob brings a sense of understanding and examines w...

Secrets & Lies!

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drastic changes in the way the comic book industry operates have lead to massive forays into fraudulent & deceptive information being shared as ac...

2025 Finale!

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s our last show of the year! Just what did we learn from 2025 anyway? 

November 13, 2025

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

2025 Unwrapped pt. 1

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Batman! Battle Beast! Marvel Talent Exodus! As we look towards the end of the year, Rob unpacks & unwraps the year that was 2025! The biggest stor...

1996! Comics In Chaos!

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

1996! Comics In Chaos! An in depth look at a year that was both turbulent and exciting for comic books and pop culture! Marvel Vs. DC! Heroes Reborn! ...

The X-Men Fix!

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The X-Men Fix! Movies & Comics, let’s fix ‘em! 

Marvel/DC! Fight Club!

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From Marvel to DC, from Gil Kane to Frank Miller to Daniel Warren Johnson and everything in between, the evolution of action choreography in comic boo...

The Best Drawn Comics. Ever!

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Marvel! DC! Batman! X-Men! Superman! Dr. Strange! Rob shares what he believes to be the finest illustrated comic books ever published. Listen and soun...

Jim Lee & The Star Wars Gambit!

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Jim Lee pursues the Star Wars license armed with generational talent but ultimately comes up short, failing to seal the deal. Would obtaining Star War...

The A.I. Invasion!

23 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Having spent many months talking with multiple A.I. companies, Rob shares his in-depth understanding of the future of A.I. in entertainment and pop cu...

Marvel’s Ultimate Sadness

20 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ace Frehly! KISS Comic book legacy! Neal Adams! The Lost X-Men Story! Marvel’s Ultimate Sadness! It a jam-packed episode of comic book excitement! ...

The NYCC Wrap Up!

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Drew Struzan Tribute! Inking John Byrne! Talking with Jim Steranko! Meeting With Gary Vee! Image Comics Dinner! What a show!! 

NYCC Spectacular! Pt. 1

13 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Todd McFarlane! Gary Vee! Jim Steranko! Robert Kirkman! Brian K. Vaughn! New York Comic Con was an experience like no other! 

The New Comic Book Algo!

09 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

X-Men! Avengers! Fantastic Four! The Algorithm of comic book publishing is continually changing and lately it’s evolving at a rapid, somewhat troubl...

Comic Art Now!

06 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Comic Art Now! X-Men! Spider-Man! Superman!!A discussion of the tradition of the power of comic art and how it shapes the stories, moments and excitem...

You’ve Got The Power!

25 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rob discusses the challenge of changing tastes and how publishers respond and evolve! Batman, Flash, Aquaman, X-Men & Youngblood are part of the c...

Follow The Money!

22 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An episode focusing on the business of making comic books. What are you waiting for? Get in the hunt! 

Marvel & DC: The Top Team Up’s!

18 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Spider Man! Superman! Hulk! Batman! X-Men! Rob shares his favorites, revealing the secret moves & motivations that brought about the original Marv...

Fact vs. Favorite!

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Masters Of The Craft. Fan-Favorites. The Misconception Of Nostalgia.  

The Art Show!

11 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Inkers. Auctions. Artwork. 

LIE-FILLED! Smashing Myths!

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Legacies. John Buscema. Myths & Lies. 

Batman & Deadpool! Comic Book Fall Preview!

04 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Deadpool & Batman! New Transformers! DC Absolute! Today we look to the future, previewing the upcoming comic books arriving this fall with Southe...

E.M. Gist: Painting Comics

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

His covers frequently adorn titles such as Star Wars, X-Men, Moon Knight and soon, Deadpool & Youngblood! One of the most popular and in demand il...

The Dave Finch Interview

28 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

New Avengers! Batman! Moon Knight! Join us for an in-depth discussion with superstar artist David Finch as he prepares to launch SKINBREAKER, his new ...

Super Summer Round-Up!

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Super Summer Round-Up! Batman! Transformers! Supergirl! What were the biggest hits of the summer season? Retail & Convention Guru, Jimmy Jay joins...

X-MEN: Influence and Inspirations

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alien. Star Wars. The Warriors. Slap Shot. The power of influence is an incredible thing and The Uncanny X-Men incorporated popular films & televi...

The Fantastic Four!

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Comics. The Movie. Rob’s Review. The Marketing. The Box Office. ‘Nuff Said, True Believer. 

The 2000’s - “We’re Doomed!”

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We look back to the dawn of the new millennium and a comic book industry in disarray. Failed imprints, faltering sales and widespread panic was pervas...

Jim Starlin: Marvel’s Secret Sauce!

07 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Was Jim Starlin, Thanos Creator and Cosmic King, the key to Marvel’s biggest successes? What is separating the perception on the box office with Sup...

The Comic Con Wrap Up pt. 2!

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Comic Book Beefs! Discussing Super Star writer Brad Metzer, Direct To Consumer Comic Books and Didja Know? with Arthur Adams! Another jam packed Comic...

The Comic-Con Wrap Up! Pt. 1

31 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Rob is back from the 2025 San Diego Comic Con, fresh with perspective on all things comics and pop culture! In this first part of our wrap up, we look...

The Everything Show!

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The Everything Episode! Superman! Deadpool & Wolverine! Doc Savage! Why Marvel’s 70’s Comics Slap So Hard! It’s a packed episode of comic bo...

The Superman Show

10 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A Spoiler Free discussion of the all new Superman film, including highlights of the illustrious history of Superman comic books & films!

Unlocking The “L” Boys!

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Revisiting the Marvel 90’s era and celebrating the EIC that unlocked a new generation of talents to record breaking success. Tom DeFalco, come get y...

Jim Shooter Tribute Show

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We remember Jim Shooter and his staggering achievements in the field of comic books! Breaking in at 13 years old, Jim entertained the masses, writing ...

Marvel/DC: Making Comic Books

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Marvel/DC: Making Comic Books 101! A jam packed episode where we break down comic book terminology and the actual descriptions of credits such as Embe...

Batman:The Architects!

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today we launch our Architects series, looking at excellence from legendary comic book talents and the impact they provided. Marshall Rogers had a bri...

9 Comics That Shaped The 90’s, pt. 2

12 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The 9 Comics That Shaped The 90’s continues! The mid-90’s shift towards supernatural sensations has its roots in a seminal X-Men crossover. Rob ex...

The Secret Wars Legacy, pt. 2

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A deeper study into the crossover event that ushered in a bold new era of comic books and event culture. Inside the art, story and lore of Marvel’s ...

Marvel’s Secret Wars Legacy! Part 1

05 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We talk Marvel’s Secret Wars Legacy, its historic impact, its legacy and the path it charts for the MCU and beyond. 

9 Comics That Shaped The 90’s! The Feige Flops!!

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

9 Comics That Shaped The 90’s! We kick off our summer series, studying the talents, events and storylines that shaped an electric decade in comic bo...

Marvel: Heroes Reborn! Jim Lee’s Fantastic Four!

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With Fantastic Four on the brain and the movie right around the corner, Rob looks over Jim Lee’s Fantastic Four run. Also, Deadpool & Batman di...

Death In Comic Books!

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating our 5 Years anniversary with a reflection on the impact and consequences of Death in Comic Books and Pop Culture! Elektra! Jean Grey! Last...

Marvel/DC:The Swipe Files!

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

During the mid 1970’s, the creatives at Marvel & DC engaged in all out mutual swipe fest, fans didn’t know of the friendly rivalry, all we kne...

The 2 Franchise Mandate!

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The 2 Franchise Mandate! Stallone has Rocky & Rambo! Harrison Ford had Han Solo & Indy. Todd McFarlane has Spawn & Spidey, Jim Lee has Bat...

The Rob Liefeld Show | Robservations - Comics & The Bible!

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Did you know about Christian Archie Comics? When the Riverdale gang had an evangelical run of adventures? How about DC Comics ,The Bible by Joe Kubert...

The 90’s Renaissance! Why The 90’s Won’t Stop Winning!

13 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

FULL VIDEO NOW AVAILABLE ON YOUTUBEThe 90’s Won’t Stop! Demi Moore! Tom Cruise! Will Smith! Venom! Deadpool! Dinosaurs! The franchises, characters...

The Stan Lee Saga! The $21 Million Dollar Lawsuit!

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A staggering $21 million dollar Stan Lee lawsuit has settled and Rob breaks down the behind the scenes machinations leading to the surprise last minut...

Summer Super Special! What’s At Stake? DC! Marvel!

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Summer is coming and with it the biggest and brightest movies & comics of the season! Superman! Jurassic Park! Mission Impossible! Who has the mos...

Is Marvel Doomed?

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Is Marvel Doomed? Of course they are, Doomsday is underway and Doom is on the menu! A jam packed episode talking Doom, X-Men, Thunderbolts, Manga and ...

“Keep Fighting!” Titans Talk!

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the Words Of Wisdom show! Rob shares personal advice he received straight from the mouths of Tom Cruise, Kobe Bryant, Jack Kirby, Frank Miller,...

Sinners! Ryan Coogler! X-Men Fallout!

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An episode celebrating creators and their monster achievements! Ryan Coogler! Sinners! The reasons that this tremendous success is under scrutiny, rev...

X-MEN ALERT! Mutant Massacre! The Cancelation Conundrum!

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The X-Men are in crisis! About a year into their much publicized relaunch, the titles are being canceled right and left. In my history following the X...

Byrne Notice! The Rise Of A Young Super Star!

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A recently uncovered interview with John Byrne circa 1976 is the focus of today’s episode. We go inside the thoughts and opinions of a young talent ...

Image at 33! Where Were You In ‘92?

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On the occasion of Image Comics and Youngblood’s 33rd anniversary, we use The Official Timeline Of Image Comics for a look back at the early, format...

The Game Changer!

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Every industry has a Game-Changer, an individual who’s impact goes way beyond the biz, affecting the entire culture. I’ve settled on the biggest F...

What Is Going On Here? Movies & Comics pt. 1

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Just What The Hell Is Going On?? Bundles! Party Packs! Deep discounts, phony numbers, empty release windows! We examine the crazed current state of co...

Stan Lee: The Final Chapter

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Stan Lee endured a tumultuous final chapter and the truth is now coming to light from documentarian Jon Bollerjack. Over several years I was witness t...

The Spandex Stigma! Coogler, Control, Conventions!

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Do other studios even want to make comic book films, especially super heroes? Marvel’s recent slide isn’t helping matters! We also discuss Ryan Co...

Comic Books, Comic Buck$! How The Major Pubs Sell You Comics!

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ratio variants, Discount Incentives, Final Order Cut Off! A look back over 25 years of maximizing market manipulation by the big publishers! There’s...

Marvel Madness! Crushing The Committee! Those Marvel Leaks!!!

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s all Marvel Madness as we track the path towards Marvel’s present day chaos. The Rise & Fall of the Creative Committee, removing the guard...

The Hot Topics! Daredevil! Silver Surfer! Fantastic Four! Superman!

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

An episode packed with Hot Topics burning up the comic book culture! Silver Surfer! Daredevil! Superman! Fantastic Four! Comics, movies and streaming,...

Marvel Rivals!

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

With 40 million players in its first two months of release, Marvel has a gigantic hit with their Marvel Rivals game. What’s the source of its enormo...

“Fine. I’ll Do It Myself.” Byrne’s Bootleg X-Men Era.

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Did you hear the one about the X-Men GOAT who took control of his X-Men legacy, producing 32 issues of brand new X-Men adventures? For FREE! From 2019...

Marvel: How Feige Lost His Fastball!

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We examine the current state of diminished returns on the recent slate of Marvel films. Poor CinemaScores and a disconnect with general audiences have...

The Wizard And The King!

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We discuss the epic encounter between comic book Wizard, Alan Moore and comic book King, Jack Kirby. Alan speaks at length about Kirby’s influence a...

How To Fix Marvel

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A look under the hood as we examine how to fix Marvel.