Robservations with Rob Liefeld

Comic Book Feuds! Gaiman Vs. McFarlane pt. 2!

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of our Comic Book Feuds - Gaiman Vs. McFarlane, we answer the question so many are asking, “Why Exactly Did Neil Gaiman Sue Todd McFarlane...

BONUS EPISODE - Comic Book Feuds! Gaiman Vs. McFarlane!

01 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our Comic Book Feuds series shines the spotlight on the most contentious feud in the history of comic books! Acclaimed author Neil Gaiman sues Todd Mc...

The Money Episode!

29 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Show Me The Money! In todays world you know what the highest paid athletes are making, you know what the big concert revenues are for the biggest star...

The Last Days Of 20th Century Fox

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

While Disney & Comcast dueled for the rights to 20th Century Fox, the company kept working to make new Marvel movies. What was lost, what survived...

The Masters!

22 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Masters, a discussion of how and who defines “greatness” across the arts. 

Cap’s Boobs! ‘Nuff said!

19 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An episode devoted to the ample pecs of Captain America. A Marvel image that became both legendary and iconic and the homage that broke the internet. ...

The Decades! 2015 pt. 1! Marvel! Star Wars! Batman!

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our Decades series lands us in 2015 with a thriving marketplace for all of pop culture! Star Wars finally returns to Marvel! Dark Knight goes for a tr...

Comics, Creators & Collectors!

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a packed episode as Rob shares the best Comic Creator Cameos ever! We all want more attention to the creators and what better than when they fe...

The Decades! 1988 pt. 2 - DIE HARD!

08 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In part 2 of our deep dive into 1988, Rob examines the films of the late 80’s, a year dominated by comedies with one breakout action blockbuster tha...

The Decades! 1988, pt. 1! X Marks The Spot!

05 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Decades series continues as we visit the stand out’s in Comic Books, Music, Film & T.V. in 1988!  X-Men & Batman dominate the charts, P...

Forbidden Fruit pt. 5! Marvel/DC 1996!

01 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Even More Forbidden Fruits are on the menu as we serve up an epic Marvel/DC crossover event that has been out of print for over 27 years! 

Give Jack His Artwork Back! Miller’s Lost Marvel Movie!

29 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A jam packed episode exploring more Secret Histories of comic books examines the Marvel/Kirby Art Return controversy of the mid-80’s! Bonus Track - ...

In The Year 2000 - Marvel/DC Sales!

25 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The alarms are sounding on the current comic book market. Is the sky actually falling, is this really the worst that sales have been? Rob opens the bo...

Forbidden Fruit pt. 4 - The 90’s Edition!

22 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rob shares an all new batch of Forbidden Fruit!  The stories, art, characters & creators that won’t find fresh collections any time soon. Popul...

My Dinners with Herb

18 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You are invited to dine along with Rob and the late, great, legendary Wolverine co-creator Herb Trimpe as they shared a number of memorable dinners ov...

The Truth About The 90’s! Part 2

15 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our journey through the amazing decade that was the 90’s with more of your comments and replies and a look at a 90’s Power List. How d...

The Truth About The 90’s! Marvel! DC! Image!

11 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We celebrate the era that gave us The Death Of Superman! Image Comics! Age Of Apocalypse! X-Force! Valiant! Gen X! Bane! Heroes Reborn! Rob put out th...

MARVELMANIA! (Updated)

08 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A look deep inside fandom as the earliest foundations were formed with an in house Marvel Fanzine! A legendary comic book writer shares his many inspi...

The Fall of X! Marvel’s Mutant Massacre pt. 1

04 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Fall Of X is upon us! An era that has dominated the X-Men in recent years is coming to an end and as the curtains prepare to close we look at Marv...

1975 San Diego Comic Con! Lee! Kirby! Marvel! DC!

01 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We go back and uncover an incredible archive covering the 1975 San Diego Comic Con! It was an industry hopeful for a better tomorrow, many talents str...

Comic-Con 2023 pt. 2! Look Who’s Coming To Dinner!

28 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As our Comic Con 2023 coverage continues, Rob invites you along to an epic dinner with Living Legends! Frank Miller! Arthur Adams! Robert Kirkman! Dav...

Comic-Con 2023 pt.1! Marvel! Mcfarlane! Major X!!

25 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rob walks you through the events of Comic Con 2023 with a behind the scenes wrap up of the dinners, the meet-ups, the personalities and all the specia...

We are The Champions!

21 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Greek Gods, Ghost Riders, Mutants & Russian Spies! The behind the scenes of a cult classic, Rob shares the story of The Champions, Marvel’s ecle...

Sliding Doors! Image Comics 2.0?

18 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We look at Sliding Doors, the moves and non-moves that defined both comic books and pop culture? Was there another group of artist’s that sought to ...

Comic Book Feuds: Trash Talkers! Pt. 1

14 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are always entertained in sports when our favorite athletes pop off at each other and comic books has a rich history of testy rivalries as well. We...

The DC Dilemma! Comic Movie Mayhem part 2!!

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The DC Dilemma continues to confound their cinematic universe but a new Chief promises a new hope as James Gunn plots the future of the DCU. We look f...

Comic Movie Mayhem, Marvel/DC, pt. 1

07 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Comic Book Movie Mayhem is upon us! The past year has not been kind to either Marvel or DC as films from both studios struggle to regain their peak bo...

The Decades:1984 pt. 2

16 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From Comics to Cosby, Springsteen to Super Heroes, the comic books, television, movies and music of a stellar year! Plus, the cult classics and the se...

The Decades: 1984 pt.1 - Ghostbustin’ & Cobra Kai!

13 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh franchises reached blockbuster status! Ghostbusters & Indiana Jones battled it out at the top of the charts! Gremlins, Karate Kid, Police Ac...

Stan & Jack! ( Not THAT Stan!)

09 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Celebrating two titanic talents, Kubrick & The King! The comic book adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s landmark film, 2001 A Space Odyssey, arrives...

Deadpool: Making The Comic Book!

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As Deadpool:Badder Blood #1 arrives in stores, Rob takes you behind the scenes of his latest work. From initial concept to finished page to the shelve...

The Chart Toppers! Marvel! DC! Batman! Spider Man!

02 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The battle for chart dominance was never as competitive as it was in the late 80’s, early 90’s! Rob shares dozens of market reports from retailers...

The Future Of A.I. In Entertainment!

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As a Writer’s Strike grinds Hollywood, we strike back at Artificial Intelligence with part 2 of our A.I. series! Industry experts weigh in as the gr...

The Decades - 1983, pt. 2! It’s A Thriller!

26 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our journey through 1983 continues as Marvel’s Canadian Super Team takes Flight, breaking records in the process. The British Invasion hits the musi...

The Decades: 1983, pt. 1! The Stars Were Born!

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As Variety questions where are the stars of tomorrow, we look at the year where Super-Stars were born! Tom Cruise! Eddie Murphy! Michael Keaton! Matth...

The Decades: 1979, pt. 2

19 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our foray into the year that was 1979! The movies, tv, music & comic books that impacted pop culture! Stan Lee returns to Marvel to in...

The Decades: 1979! Part 1

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Another banner year in our decades series! 1979 is spectacular! Superman! Alien! Star Trek! James Bond goes to outer space! You will believe a man can...

The Avengers-X-Men Connection!

12 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Avengers! X-Men! Marvel’s top titles for the past 4 decades! The ties that bind these two franchises run deeper than you can imagine! We examine cha...

The Decades - 1985!

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

1985 was a banner year for Pop Culture! DC had a Crisis! A new Arthur was crowned King! Marty McFly went Back To The Future! Live-Aid rocked 2 contine...

Kick Ass Women Of Comic Books! Marvel! DC!

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s time to shine the spotlight on the talented ladies that blazed the trail for women in comic books! We honor the pioneers that paved the way! Na...

IMAGE UNITED! The Most Daring Comic Of All Time!

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

IMAGE UNITED combined the talents of 6 of the most popular artists of an era, each of them drawing on every page, sometimes every panel for over 60 co...

Con Men! The Convention Culture Explosion!

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

With multiple Comic Book and Pop Culture Shows popping up every weekend, Rob shares some of his own Convention experiences and some cautionary tales a...

Making Comics! The Art Of Embellishing!

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An episode focusing on the process of finishing and embellishing comic book art! Breakdowns! Layouts! The  construction of pages we love and the craf...

Miller Time! FM 1991! Batman, Daredevil, Elektra!

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Once again into the breach with the rarest of rare 1991 Frank Miller interview’s from L.A. Weekly. Frank has conquered comics and talks his achievem...

Artificial Intelligence! Rise Of The Machines!

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A very special episode discussing the Rise of Artificial Intelligence and its growing influence on music, movies and art. Deep Fakes! Midjourney! Rob ...

Ebony & Ivory! Power Man/Iron Fist! Diversity In Comics pt.2!

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Two comic books representing two separate factions of fans, each struggling to sell enough copies to stave off cancelation, combined to achieve succes...

Star Wars:The Holiday Special!

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rob takes you back to that fateful night in November 1978, the one and only showing of The  Star Wars Holiday Special! We examine the culture of the ...

Frank Miller at Marvel! Rare 1982 Interview!

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We visit a rare Frank Miller interview from 1982 and go inside the mind of an absolute master of the craft. From his early days learning from Neal Ada...

Comic Book Feuds! Liefeld! Wizard! Marvel! Image!

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Taking it all the way back to 1992 and THAT controversial cover and THAT controversial creator and THAT controversial interview! Or was it?? All hands...

To Boldly Go! Which Star Trek are you??

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Since it’s inception, Star Trek has been prominent in tv, movies, comics & toys. Rob looks at his own journey with Star Trek across the decades ...

Feels Like The First Time!

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What era you first encounter an artist can establish how you feel and relate to their work. Rob shares a rare comic that provided multiple first encou...

Robtopsy - Marvel’s Star Wars 1977!

24 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The comic that saved Marvel! The original Marvel comic book adaptation of Star Wars gets the full Robtopsy examination! The historical relevance of th...

Rob Liefeld’s Superman?? Public Domain pt. 2!

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Superman is racing towards the Public Domain as fast as a speeding bullet? When he arrives, if he arrives, what exactly will be available? Rob is shar...

The Flame

17 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion of the fire that sparks conflict and ignites creativity! 

X-Men! The 60th Anniversary: New Mutants!

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As Marvel celebrates 60 years of The X-Men, Rob looks back on the first ever X-Men spin-off, The New Mutants. From an early 80’s interview, discover...

Robservations The Robtopsy - X-Men: The Savage Lands!

10 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Another Robtopsy is performed, this time on one of the greatest runs in the history of comic books! As The X-Men fight to survive Magneto and later, t...

March Madness! Marvel, DC Countdown!

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the Madness of March! There’s no basketball or gambling involved but a revelation of serious comic book cornerstones that were achieved d...

The Robtopsy: The Fantastic Four of the 70’s!

03 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Introducing The Robtopsy! Where we examine and dissect a particular body of work, revealing its historical & cultural impact! The patient this wee...

Lone Wolf & Cub! Comic Book Feuds!

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a double bill as we examine the origins of todays most popular trope, the grizzled warrior,  the young ward and the treacherous journey across...

Bring On The Bad Girls!

24 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The 90’s was a time of Femme Fatales! Women Warriors ruled the charts pushing the big brawn to the side as fans favored a new age of Lady Liberators...

May The Source Be With You!

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today it’s a time for reflection as we give respect to “The Source” expanding our awareness of Marvel & DC comic book tropes and their vario...

The 2023 Macho Awards! It’s A Macho Show!

17 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s time for our annual Macho Awards! Join as we celebrate the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! Batman! Joker! Top Gun! Yellowstone and so much more! ...

Do The Twist! Plot Armor Activated!

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A look at the very best twists and turns in the history of comic books & movies! An in depth study at the “Plot Armor” that provides the best ...

From Ant-Man to The Authority! How Movies Reset Comic Books!

10 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Rob breaks down how the cinematic treatment of comic books and their extraordinary success over the last two decades have taken characters from the ce...

James Cameron’s Spider Man! The Greatest Movie Never Made!

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

30 years ago, Marvel teamed with James Cameron, fresh off his blockbuster T2 success, to make a Spider Man film that never happened. Rob performs the ...

The Comic Book Greats! Stan Lee! Todd McFarlane! Image Comics!

03 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The filming of a series of ground breaking new videos hosted by Stan Lee provides the backdrop for an announcement that would change comic books forev...

Then & Now: Todd McFarlane 1993-2023

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We launch our Then & Now series with a spotlight on industry Titan, Todd McFarlane! From a rare 1993 interview Todd shares his views on Variant co...

Manga Madness! Battle Chasers! Heroes Reborn Aftermath!

27 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We wrap up our series with even more Manga Madness, examining many of the works influenced by the Mighty Manga Boom. BATTLE CHASERS! WARLANDS! SOUL SA...

The Manga Manifesto! Pt. 1

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It’s time to talk about Manga! The popularity of Manga & Anime continues to surge, especially with young audiences. Rob takes you back to the 80...

Marvel Stephen King Classics!

20 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Stephen King is one of the most celebrated authors of our time, one of the most accomplished imaginations in all of pop culture! While many of his wor...

No Shirt, No Shoes, No Service!

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Marvel & DC have a long history with shirtless warriors, Killraven, Kamandi, Tor, Claw, Ka-Zar among the many who have struggled to stay relevant!...

The Most Iconic Batman Artists Of All Time!

13 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Batman! The most popular comic book character of all time, his look and appeal have been shaped by a number of visionary talents across the decades. R...

Comic Book Feuds! Barry, Byrne & The Beatles!

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We wrap our most recent Comic Book Feuds as the popular Marvel and X-Men illustrator known as Barry, continues to take on the world, comic books and b...

Comic Book Feuds! Barry Vs. The World/Under The Gunn!

06 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Who’s Barry you ask? Barry’s road to stylistic influencer took decades, but once he arrived, his presence at Marvel was staggering. Barry goes off...

Comic Book Feuds! Byrne Vs. McFarlane!

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when one generation of talent replaces another, garnering the spotlight & praise, routinely topping the charts that were once dominat...

Support Your Comic Store

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Comic Stores are the backbone of the comic book industry! Chances are you encountered your favorite comic book character or issue at a local comic boo...

The Decades! 2002, Where Are You?

02 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We return to the way back machine and visit 2002, where licensed properties filled the creative void in comic books! Transformers! Thundercats! G.I. J...

Marvel/DC Holiday Super Hero Grab Bag!

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Holidays are here and Rob shares some favorite Christmas themed Marvel & DC comic books from across the decades! Batman! Spider Man! Avengers!...

A Very Special Thanksgiving!

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

An expression of thankfulness, gratitude and appreciation. 

STORYTELLERS pt. 1:The Great Debate!

18 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Would you go back and do it over the same way all again? This question led to an examination of why and how storytellers make the choices they do? Wha...

MARVEL/DC - Who’s Next?

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With two of comic books oldest characters, Namor & Black Adam recently introduced to audiences worldwide Rob looks ahead to which characters and t...

Who Was That Masked Man?

11 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It’s not a trend it’s an evolution. Spider Man! Boba Fett! Snake Eyes! Deadpool! The Mandolorian! Venom! Power Rangers! Kyle Ren! The masked chara...

The Bad Boys Of Marvel!

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

As the cinematic debut of Marvel’s original Hot-Head, Prince Namor, The Sub-Mariner races towards cinema’s in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, Rob ...

The 2000’s! The Power Of The Matrix! UPDATED

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The late Nineties was a weird time in comic books, publishers were scrambling to bolster falling sales, chasing emerging trends in search of a lifeboa...

MARVEL COMICS:1965! GALACTUS!

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What many consider to be the greatest and most celebrated run in the history of comics yielded a plethora of bold new characters and hidden kingdoms! ...

The 90’s! Architects of Pop Culture, pt. 1: McFarlane & Claremont!

28 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It was a time of big sales for comic books, with Marvel Comics holding 40% of the market and Image Comics achieving 20% with only 8 titles, two talent...

The Future of Marvel/DC Comic Book Films!

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Do recent box office results reflect a shift in appetite for comic book movies from Marvel & DC? Has The Golden Age of Comic Book films passed us ...

The Perfect Fit

21 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We all know how it feels when that comic book, movie or our favorite show clicks into place with spectacular results. The careful mix of talent, style...

The Cancelation Conundrum!

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A discussion of Cancel Culture. When your favorite artists go awry. The fallout on fans when controversial conduct, behavior and actions occur. 

Marvel Monster-Verse! Frankenstein Vs. Spider Man, The Avengers!

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We continue our series on Marvel Monsters with Marvel’s very own Frankenstein, an adaptation that saw the legendary monster enter the modern Marvel ...

1974! Atlas Shrugged Part 2

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How does a comic company boasting the top talents in the business vanish inside 2 years time? Adams! Ditko! Wood! Chaykin! The sad demise of Atlas Com...

1974! ATLAS SHRUGGED, Part 1

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Did the owner of Marvel Comics really start a rival comic company after feeling betrayed by Stan Lee? Did he assemble top flight creators to launch hi...

Marvel/DC Special Delivery! How The Comics Are Made!

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Pull up your desks and get ready to take notes! Comic Book Distribution has taken many forms over the years and currently it’s in flux as publishers...

Marvel & DC: Editor Panel 1981! Avatar!

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rob goes back in time 41 years, examining a Marvel & DC combo editorial panel from San Diego Comic Con, 1981! Roy Thomas, Frank Miller, Jim Shoote...

Competitive Creators!! Film, Music, Comic Books!

23 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We take a walk on the competitive side of The Arts! Music! Movies! Comics! Competitors All! Steven Spielberg! Francis Ford Coppola! James Cameron! Joh...

The 10 Ways Dark Knight Changed Batman Forever!

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Frank Miller’s Dark Knight arrived in 1986 garnering universal praise & critical acclaim. It has stood as the most transformative work for the c...

Star Wars to American Flagg! A Visionary Arrives!!

16 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Rob covers the most important work you’ve never heard of.  In 1983, visionary creator Howard Chaykin, artist of the original Star Wars adaptation, ...

Marvelous D23 & Beyond!

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Disney’s Mega Celebration event, D23, returned bigger than ever with all sorts of exciting news for fans of Star Wars, Marvel and Avatar! Indiana Jo...

Marvel Monsters!

09 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A look back at how Marvel Comics jumped headfirst into creating an expansive Monster-Verse that dominated their line up for many years. Rob examines t...

The Superman Sensation!

06 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A study of Superman, the inspirations behind his creation and the tremendous impact the character has had across pop culture.