http://www.argocitycomics.wordpress.comenTV & FilmCopyright Argo Cityhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/eb35e14d3e48858d8007cfd439aae03b.jpghttp://www.argocitycomics.wordpress.comMon, 31 Aug 2026 11:37:47 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyArgo City Comics Comics Cosplay and Moremathias42@gmail.comA Gen Xer and a Gen Zer talk about their weekly movie nights and their convention adventures. Film, cons, comics, anime and fan life of a father and daughter. We explore our different approaches to the stories, and generational perspectives that can...false47552d0c-8563-528e-b425-b677dcf7f5f3episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-075-clue--72650414https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72650414Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:35:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWas it Maddie in the kitchen with the knife? Or was it Matthew in the library with the lead pipe? We'll find out as we tackle 1985's CLUE!1841clue,timcurryfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-074-muppet-treasure-island--69563519You'll cruise to foreign shores 
And you'll keep your mind and body sound
By working out of doors.
True friendship and adventure are what we can't live without
And when you're a professional pirate
That's what the job's about!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69563519Mon, 31 Aug 2026 11:35:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyHey, ho, ho You'll cruise to foreign shores  And you'll keep your mind and body sound By working out of doors. True friendship and adventure are what we can't live without And when you're a professional pirate That's what the job's about!You'll cruise to foreign shores 
And you'll keep your mind and body sound
By working out of doors.
True friendship and adventure are what we can't live without
And when you're a professional pirate
That's what the job's about!]]>2137false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-073-malice--69538134https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69538134Mon, 24 Aug 2026 11:15:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe explore a little something diffrent this week. You can find Phillip Cook's Malice as a film or as an episodic webseries. Either way, it's an amazing bit of indie dark fantasy, and worth a discussion.1491false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-072-5-nights-at-freddy-s-2--71908563https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71908563Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:40:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's time to return to Freddy Fazbears! Maddie hit Five Nights at Freddys at the theater, but now that it's on streaming, it's Matt's turn to watch. The thing with Five Nights though, it's just as much about the fan theroies as it is about the games,...2262false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-x2-pt2--71896204https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71896204Thu, 13 Aug 2026 11:20:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThere's still a lot of X stuff to talk about, as we drift from the movie into the comics in part two of our X2 discussion!1762false2bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-071-x2-pt-1--71895986https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71895986Mon, 10 Aug 2026 19:20:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's been quite a while since Maddie visited the X-Men franchise. Since watching the first film She and matt have gone through the 90's cartoon as well as watching patrick Stewart in Star Trek and Hugh Jackman in The Greatest Showman. Time to come...1716false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-070-neo-comiccon--73388992https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73388992Mon, 03 Aug 2026 14:26:01 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyCon season is back in swing with one of our favorites! This week Mao Mao and the Mask make the trip to NEO ComicCon! We talk about cosplaying there, the friendly vibe, as well as the treasures we found as we stalked the dealer booths.2218false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-069-flow--70257861https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70257861Mon, 27 Jul 2026 11:35:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellySometimes, images speak louder than words. that's a good thing, because tonight's film only has images.... and no words. Experiance a cataclysm through the eyes of a most vulnerable creature.1904false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-068-robocop--70256870https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70256870Mon, 20 Jul 2026 12:35:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyOne of the greatest 1980s action epics, laced with biting satire and ultra violence. Robocop is nothing like what Maddie expected, and it's time to fire it up!1826false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-067-a-hard-day-s-night--70257846https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70257846Mon, 13 Jul 2026 12:30:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyOur next trip to the Case Western Film Society is definately a hard day's night. We're not Beatles fans, but there's certian films that are just classics and this is EXACTLY the kind of venue to go se them at!2167false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-020-spam-caller-shenanigans--69592206https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69592206Thu, 09 Jul 2026 15:45:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWhen I recieve an unsolicited sales call at work I'm usually icy, cutting them off and asking to be added to thier do not call list. I'll take their name and inform them we don't do business with cold callers and further communication will be an FCC...251falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-066-the-princess-diaries--69742091It's Maddie's first time with this movie - much to Matthew's surprise! That's not the only surprising reaction here though. It's the Princess Diaries!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69742091Mon, 06 Jul 2026 11:50:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe continue to talk about how much we love Anne Hathaway! It's Maddie's first time with this movie - much to Matthew's surprise! That's not the only surprising reaction here though. It's the Princess Diaries!It's Maddie's first time with this movie - much to Matthew's surprise! That's not the only surprising reaction here though. It's the Princess Diaries!]]>2115false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-065-superman-and-lois--69592599https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69592599Mon, 29 Jun 2026 11:10:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThis week, we're talking about Matt's favorite Superman series. He and Maddie just finished season one during thier TV night and it's time to talk about the first 25% of the show before getting too far into season 2!2542false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emergency-extra-019-supergirl-2026-review--72670462https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72670462Wed, 24 Jun 2026 13:00:55 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyI've seen Supergirl. But the real question is should YOU see it?622millyalcock,supergirlfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-018-the-lone-ranger-2013-pt2--72603496https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72603496Tue, 23 Jun 2026 13:50:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe continue our discussion on my father's hero, and go beyond just the 2013 film, delving deeper into the lore surrounding the Lone Ranger.1912falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-064-the-lone-ranger-2013-pt-1--72602106https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72602106Mon, 22 Jun 2026 16:20:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's Father's day, so we're visiting my father's hero. 13 years ago on this very day, we went to see his hero in the theaters. Tonight, I share it with Maddie. Can Armie Hammer and Johnny Depp live up to the legacy of Clayton Moore and Jay Silverheels?1531false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-017-masters-of-the-universe-pt2--72503918
You stayed for the end credits didn't you?]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72503918Thu, 18 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe continue our discussion on the movie, but move into some of the greater lore of Eternia. It's got more to it than you might think.  You stayed for the end credits didn't you?
You stayed for the end credits didn't you?]]>1851heman,mastersoftheuniversefalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-063-masters-of-the-universe--72501453https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72501453Mon, 15 Jun 2026 12:00:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe headed out to the new Masters of the Universe film. We....um...we have thoughts.1871false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-062-dawn-of-the-dead-2004--69524951https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69524951Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:35:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyNot all remakes are created equal. We've spent a lot of time in the Romero Zombieverse, but there still some sidequests out there. Zack Snyder and James Gunn's remake of Dawn of the dead still stands as one of matthew's favorite zombie movies. Now...1869false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-016-the-devil-wears-prada-pt2--69456173The Devil Wears Prada as we continue our discussion of the film, it's messages and the professional world in general.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69456173Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:30:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's back to The Devil Wears Prada as we continue our discussion of the film, it's messages and the professional world in general.The Devil Wears Prada as we continue our discussion of the film, it's messages and the professional world in general.]]>1910false2bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-061-the-devil-wears-prada--69456040https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69456040Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:25:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe're in chick flick territory this week, with one of the best ones out there. This week - the Devil wears Prada!1911false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-015-mandalorian-first-impressions--72211187
Maddie and Matt hit the theater for the Mandalorian and Grogu! Hear our out-of-the-theater impressions and then go see it for yourself!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72211187Thu, 28 May 2026 16:38:41 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellySPOILER FREE! Maddie and Matt hit the theater for the Mandalorian and Grogu! Hear our out-of-the-theater impressions and then go see it for yourself!
Maddie and Matt hit the theater for the Mandalorian and Grogu! Hear our out-of-the-theater impressions and then go see it for yourself!]]>647false2bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-060-nausica-of-the-valley-of-the-wind--69359048https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69359048Mon, 25 May 2026 11:50:01 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyBack to nature with GIANT creepy crawlies! Based on the long running comic series, we dive into Nausica of the Valley of the Wind1731false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-059-from-up-on-poppy-hill--69358990https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69358990Mon, 18 May 2026 11:45:01 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyLets take a break from fantasy for a soap opera level romance in a fantastically mundane world!1908false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-058-the-cat-returns--69358847https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69358847Mon, 11 May 2026 11:35:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWhat exactly is this? A sequel? A side quest? Matt is so confused as Maddie continues the Studio Ghibli journey!1990false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-016-free-comic-book-day-2026--71907621https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71907621Thu, 07 May 2026 14:22:29 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's Free Comic Book Day! Maddie and Matthew recount thier adventures of the weekend, go over their new finds and talk Jimmy Olsen as well as this summer's upcoming movies!2355false2bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-057-princess-kaguya--69358506https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69358506Mon, 04 May 2026 11:05:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe're starting our second Miyazaki month with a sidequest. Not exactly Studio Ghibli, but definately part of the family. We talk about an old folk tale brought to life in watercolor and minimalism.1949false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-015-galaxy-quest-pt-2--69359086https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69359086Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:55:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyTime to conclude our discussion of the greatest love letter to Star Trek in fiction.1486false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-056-galaxy-quest--69359085https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69359085Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:55:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMatt has been showing Maddie Star Trek shows for years now. It's time for the best satire of the show.1578false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-055-zombieland--69358252https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69358252Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:50:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMaddie and Matt have been exploring the Zombie Comedy genre that was kicked off by Shaun of the Dead. It's a genre that peaked in 2009 with the single most widely recognized Zombie comedy out there - Zombieland.2477false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-054-puss-in-boots--69358251https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69358251Mon, 13 Apr 2026 11:30:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMatt loves Zorro. He loves Antonio Bandaras. He loves Shrek. It's about time Maddie shows him Puss in Boots huh?1642false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-053-scouts-guide-to-the-zombie-apocalypse--69358420https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69358420Mon, 06 Apr 2026 11:00:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyJust when the zombie comedy genre was starting to run out of gas, along comes Matt's favorite entry.1720false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-052-anime-x-vs-z--69358357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69358357Mon, 30 Mar 2026 11:50:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyLet's wrap up our first Anime month with a chat about the rules of Anime and the generation difrences between Gen X and Gen Z!1827false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-051-the-never-ending-man--69358319https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69358319Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:40:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe're back in documentary territory as we explore this film about Miyazaki coming out of retirment to explore new animation technologies. 1975false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-050-castle-in-the-sky--67599257
The problem is traffic. Traffic getting there, and traffic effecting out audio quality on the way home.  This one's going to be a little scratchy, but it's too good of a discussion to pass up!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67599257Mon, 16 Mar 2026 11:30:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe head on a road tip to the Case Western Reserve University Film Society to catch their screening of Studio Ghibli's Castle in the Sky! It's one of the lesser known Ghibli films and we were both eager to see and discuss it.  The problem is traffic....
The problem is traffic. Traffic getting there, and traffic effecting out audio quality on the way home.  This one's going to be a little scratchy, but it's too good of a discussion to pass up!]]>1743falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-015-concoction-2026--70609102
Note: There's about 8 minuits of audio here at the beginning that's tinny and bad. We tried the car thing again and it just didn't work. Never fear, most of the episode is in the studio!]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70609102Thu, 12 Mar 2026 14:12:46 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's an extra long Xtra! Maddie and Matt head out to Cleveland ConCoction for the weekend. It's Maddie's first time out at one of Matthew's favorite cons!  Note: There's about 8 minuits of audio here at the beginning that's tinny and bad. We tried...
Note: There's about 8 minuits of audio here at the beginning that's tinny and bad. We tried the car thing again and it just didn't work. Never fear, most of the episode is in the studio!]]>2932false2bonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-048-whisper-of-the-heart--68064403Sometimes we talk about the movie. Sometimes we talk about everything BUT the movie.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68064403Mon, 09 Mar 2026 12:40:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMore Studio Ghibli! But this one isn't what you think.... Sometimes we talk about the movie. Sometimes we talk about everything BUT the movie.Sometimes we talk about the movie. Sometimes we talk about everything BUT the movie.]]>2227falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-049-grave-of-the-fireflies--67707242https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67707242Mon, 02 Mar 2026 12:16:04 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyTime to turn on the waterworks as we experience the SADDEST Studio Gibli film of them all.1792falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-047-ghost-rider--67553129https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67553129Mon, 23 Feb 2026 12:30:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's Maddie's introduction to Ghost Rider! We talk a bit about the Fox Marvel movies, the comics, and most of all, the much maligned Nicholas Cage film!2400falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-046-american-scary--65707357https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65707357Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:50:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMatthew remenisces to Maddie about the bygone era of movie hosts on TV as we discuss the horror hosts covered in the documentary American Scary.2260false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-045-mha-your-next--67348541https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67348541Mon, 09 Feb 2026 12:30:02 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's the latest My Hero movie! It's a welcome return visit to the franchise after Maddie and Matt finished the anime. Superman metaphor abounds and has Bakugo finally redeemed himself in Matt's eyes?2552falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-044-the-greatest-american-hero--67707243https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67707243Mon, 02 Feb 2026 12:05:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyTime to watch some old TV. Matthew introduces Maddie to this old cult classic! How does a Gen Zer react?1938falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-043-an-americian-werewolf-in-london--68064380https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68064380Mon, 26 Jan 2026 12:35:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyAll that Black Butler we watched recently really reminded me of foggy moores and legendary creatures - like werewolves. Matt introduced Maddie to the film that revolutionized Werewolves in the 80's.2148falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-042-gone-in-60-seconds--67545646https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67545646Mon, 19 Jan 2026 12:25:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThis week it's comfort food for Matthew. He and Maddie watch his favorite of the car theft/gearhead films from the early 2000's and discuss it's history, it's cast and what it's like to be a tourist in someone else's fandom.2089falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-041-violet-evergarden--67479515https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67479515Mon, 12 Jan 2026 12:20:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's Maddies pick this week, so she takes us on an emotional rollercoaster with a bit of animated historical fiction. We're talking about Violet Evergarden this week!2165falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-040-maze-runner-3-death-cure--69306411https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69306411Mon, 05 Jan 2026 14:44:49 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe kick the new year off with the final installment of the Maze Runner trilogy. Does it stick the landing? And how does it compare to the books?2384false2fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-014-2025-wrap-up--69281884https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69281884Fri, 02 Jan 2026 19:45:13 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe went to see Santa Claus vs the Martians. After that, we review year one on the podcast, ups and downs!3405falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-013-conventions-part-2--69065187https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69065187Thu, 18 Dec 2025 12:25:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThe conclusion (for now) about conlife between the eyes of a gen Xer and a Zoomer!2122falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-012-conventions-part-1--69065133https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69065133Mon, 15 Dec 2025 21:23:32 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyI'd hoped to pull together a Christmas episode for last week, but just ran out of time. We'll be taking a break for the next two weeks, so it's time to catch up with a random discusion on con life and our observations in the fna circles. This was...1956falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-037-fantasticon--68832821https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68832821Tue, 02 Dec 2025 15:07:21 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThis is an early episode that just got lost in the chaos of trying to launch the podcast. We're headed out on the convention circuit as we talk about Cleveland Concoction and the Toledo edition of Fantasticon!1856falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-036-murder-on-the-orient-express--67348583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67348583Mon, 24 Nov 2025 12:35:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe finally hit the mystery track in the movie box of doom! It's a genre Maddie's been avoiding for a while now, but Matt has a sneaking suspicion that if she gets the right one, she just might like it. That's where Hercule Poirot comes in!1901falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-035-five-nights-at-freddys-the-musical--66229302
We're talking about THE MUSICAL! A Youtube produced full length feature and then some! Matt is a casual who only played the first game but Maddie is a fanatic, and this is JUST the thing for her!

Now if only Sparky the cat would get out of the way....]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66229302Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:30:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThis week we talk about Five nights at Freddys! But not the game....not even the movie... We're talking about THE MUSICAL! A Youtube produced full length feature and then some! Matt is a casual who only played the first game but Maddie is a fanatic,...
We're talking about THE MUSICAL! A Youtube produced full length feature and then some! Matt is a casual who only played the first game but Maddie is a fanatic, and this is JUST the thing for her!

Now if only Sparky the cat would get out of the way....]]>1625falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-011-batman-forever-pt-2--66371167https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66371167Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:40:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWho would have thought Maddie would have so much to say about a Batman movie? Theater kid thoughts abound as we wrap up our discussion of the third Batman movie.1785falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-034-batman-forever-pt-1--66371142https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66371142Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:00:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIs Batman Forever the worst Batman movie? Or are the Schumacher entries unfarly maligned? Maddie and Matthew examine over the top villians, new casting and how this film relates to the previous two Burton films.1665falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-033-zootopia--65257220https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65257220Mon, 03 Nov 2025 13:00:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyNow that Maddie is grown, it's been a while since Matt had to look into the dead eyes of a CGI cartoon, but there just might be more to Zootopia than meets the eye!1775falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-010-the-night-before-halloween--68354867https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68354867Thu, 30 Oct 2025 21:30:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThe Paul Lynde Halloween Special, Plan 9 From Outer space and Oct 31st plans! 2116falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-032-land-of-the-dead--68266821https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68266821Mon, 27 Oct 2025 11:40:09 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyOne more time, back into George Romero's zombie apocalypse. What happens when we visit the world which dawned the dead but now it's twenty years later? Not just a night, not just a day.... now it's the LAND of the Dead. We discuss how the zombies have...2079falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-031-day-of-the-dead--68151226https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68151226Mon, 20 Oct 2025 11:30:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's part three of the original Romero trilogy! We find ourselves on more familiar ground as the darkest day humanity has ever known begins. Maddie and Matthew watch DAY of the DEAD!2247dayofthedead,georgeromero,zombiesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-009-night-of-the-living-dead-pt-2--68063833https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68063833Thu, 16 Oct 2025 16:00:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe return to the Night! Argo City kicks off with a discussion of wether Ben or Cooper are right about how to defend the house against the zombie onslaught. Time to dive further into George Romero's debut.1491falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-030-night-of-the-living-dead-pt-1--68063590https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68063590Mon, 13 Oct 2025 11:40:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe go back to where it all began. George Romero's night of the Living Dead. Maddie saw it when she was a kid, but it's been long enough that it's just a fuzzy memory. Time to experiance the genesis of Zombie movies as an adult...and discuss where it...1441falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-029-train-to-busan--68034981https://api.spreaker.com/episode/68034981Mon, 06 Oct 2025 19:16:35 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellySpooky season begins with a zombie pick from Maddie!1815falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-028-idea-man--67016740https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67016740Mon, 29 Sep 2025 11:30:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe talk about the Jim Henson documentary, his legacy and his creations. Lots of Muppet talk and more.2255falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-027-suzamae--66928901https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66928901Mon, 22 Sep 2025 11:40:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyEnter a fantasy world like you've never imagined. It looks a lot like our own...right up until you open the door. Maddie and Matthew talk about the breathtaking Anime film Suzumae.1934falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-008-demon-slayer-infinity-castle--67770484https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67770484Thu, 18 Sep 2025 11:15:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMaddie hit the new Demon Slayer movie....IN THE THEATER! Of course Matt couldn't accompany her since he's not caught up yet. But nevertheless, Maddie has thoughts.1879falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-026-sean-of-the-dead--66945145https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66945145Mon, 15 Sep 2025 11:55:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe watched Shaun of the Dead! However, it's more a discussion of zombies and zombie movies in general. We explore several franchises and get ready to check out Romero's films this Halloween!2007edgarwright,shaunofthedead,simonpegg,zombiemovie,zombiesfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-025-maze-runner-the-scorch-trials--66397155https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66397155Mon, 08 Sep 2025 11:45:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThe Maze Runner saga continues with The Scorch Trials. Maddie and Matthew discuss influences, YA and sequel problems.1975mazerunner,moviereview,scorchtrialsfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-024-kpop-demon-hunters--67016744https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67016744Mon, 01 Sep 2025 11:30:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyKpop Demon Slayers is the hottest thing on Netflix. But is it just a bubblegum and popcorn movie or something more?2117falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-023-garford-art-festival--67455779https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67455779Mon, 25 Aug 2025 11:15:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe went on an adventure in our own hometown. Going down an unseen alley practically in our backyard, we walked into a hidden art world. Join us.1216falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-007-zipcon--67330963https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67330963Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:45:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyFlashback to our trip out to ZipCon anime convention back in Februrary!2037falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-022-akron-geekfest-2025--67347282https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67347282Mon, 18 Aug 2025 11:25:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe return to Akron Library's Geekfest! It's an all-ages, multi-fandom con with a heavy anime influence (but still one of the few places I can bring out a Star Trek costume too!) and one of out favorites.1979falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-021-neo-comic-con--67325858https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67325858Mon, 11 Aug 2025 11:50:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyCon season continues! 1775falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-020-anime-fest--67181155https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67181155Mon, 04 Aug 2025 11:50:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt was a busy week after Fantastic Four. Maddie and I catch up on Immortal Fest, Anime Fest and the How to train your Dragon book series. More importantly, we discuss side quests - possibly the most important part of any roadtrip!2406falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-019-fantastic-four-first-steps--67178431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67178431Tue, 29 Jul 2025 16:44:30 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe're a day late this week, that way I could include the weekend box ffice in Maddie and my discussion of Fantastic Four First Steps!2185fantasticfour,mcu,supermanfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-006-superman-2025-pt-3--66928817https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66928817Thu, 24 Jul 2025 11:35:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe wrap up our discussion on Superman with some of the mor cutesy aspects like Krypto, and some of the less cutys aspects like politics and ethics. What's our final verdict? Find out here!2119falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-018-superman-2025-pt-2--66928270https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66928270Mon, 21 Jul 2025 11:25:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyPart two of our Superman discussion. We talk about characters and the real life locations as well as the history of Superman.1654falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-005-superman-2025-pt-1--66928228https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66928228Thu, 17 Jul 2025 11:25:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe went to see the new Superman movie from James Gunn. We had so much to talk about that we're going to break this up into multiple episodes, kicking it off with our impressions and opinions about the characters and setting.1583falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-017-maze-runner--65257020https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65257020Mon, 14 Jul 2025 11:50:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyOne of those movies that's been on both Maddie and Matt's to-watch list FOREVER. We finally get around to exploring Maze Runner!2085falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/superman-xtra--66904807https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66904807Wed, 09 Jul 2025 00:27:06 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe saw the new Superman movie. Here's out first impressions. Full podcast in a week or so. For a full review, visit https://argocitycomics.wordpress.com/2025/07/08/superman-2025/288jamesgunn,lookup,movie,superman,superman2025falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-016-ever-after-high--65948410https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65948410Mon, 07 Jul 2025 11:20:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWait! Don't just skip by! Maddie and Matt explore some of the litirary foundations of the kids series, and also discuss why kids show matter. There's more than meets the eye to our Ever After high discussion!1897falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-004-demon-slayer-part-2--65612622Maddie and Matt discuss the private nature of dreams before moving on to the climatic final battle of season 3. The big boss episode sparks discussion of the mysteries surrounding ones passage into eternity.]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65612622Thu, 03 Jul 2025 11:45:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe couldn't finish our discussion in just one episode and everyone is still asleep on the train! Maddie and Matt discuss the private nature of dreams before moving on to the climatic final battle of season 3. The big boss episode sparks discussion of...Maddie and Matt discuss the private nature of dreams before moving on to the climatic final battle of season 3. The big boss episode sparks discussion of the mysteries surrounding ones passage into eternity.]]>1526falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-015-demon-slayer-pt-1--65612580https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65612580Mon, 30 Jun 2025 11:45:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyDemon Slayer : The Mugen Train is a compressed version of Demon Slayer season 3. Maddie and matt are watching that to shortcut straight to season 4 on thier TV nights. We discuss trains and dreams and the cruelty of it all.1571falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-014-how-to-train-your-dragon--66656598https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66656598Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:00:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMaddie and Matt went to see the new live-action How To Train Your Dragon, and Maddie is so excited! We talk about casting, and comparisons to the originals as well as discussing the merits and purposes of remakes in general.1884dragon,dreamworks,howtotrainyourdragon,moviesfalse14fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-013-moana-2--65349019https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65349019Mon, 16 Jun 2025 11:35:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's been over a year since Maddie first showed Matt Moana. It's high time we visit the sequel! Moana 2 sparks discussion of character archtypes, comparisons to lilo and Stitch as well as speculaton on wether or not Moana 2 is actually a horror movie.2061falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-012-breaking-vegas--65257237https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65257237Mon, 09 Jun 2025 12:00:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's the story of the MIT blackjack team in the 90's - and if that dosen't sound interesting to you? well I'll see your bet and raise.1855falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-003-lilo-and-stitch-part-2--66370510https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66370510Thu, 05 Jun 2025 12:00:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThere's too much to talk about wiht lilo and Stitch to fit a single episode! We continue our discussion of Lilo and Stitch, both the original and the 2025 remake1501falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-011-lilo-and-stitch-2025--66369396https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66369396Mon, 02 Jun 2025 15:36:25 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe went to see Lilo and Stitch. See what the biggest Stitch fan ever thinks!1537falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-010-hard-target--65257192https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65257192Mon, 26 May 2025 11:55:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe look at Matt's favorite of all of JCVD's films and explore Maddie's frustration over slo-mo doves.1623falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-009-the-last-starfighter--65257031https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65257031Mon, 19 May 2025 11:50:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyA gamer movie before there were gamers. Maddie has grown up playing on the arcade machine in the corner of Matt's library. TIme to talk about the possibilities we dreamed of in the 80's!1749falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-002-sweets-and-geeks-expo--66055662https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66055662Fri, 16 May 2025 11:55:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMaddie and Matt hit a new convention in the area - Local candy and fandom store Sweets and Geeks decided to throw an event over at Great Norther Mall! We discuss costumes, con life and malfunctions as we review the experience.2155anime,conventions,cosplay,sweetsandgeeksfalsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-008-thunderbolts--66020418https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66020418Mon, 12 May 2025 11:00:09 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyWe went to see Thunderbolts. We say a lot of nice things about it. We repeat outselves alot. I still believe the chicken with the sign was the real villian!1681falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-007-the-punisher--65256976https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65256976Mon, 05 May 2025 11:45:08 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMaddie and Matt watched the only Punisher movie that matters, and talk about origins, the other versions and how the character has been handled and perhaps mishandled over the decades.2324falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-006-ready-player-one--65581699https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65581699Mon, 28 Apr 2025 11:50:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyIt's the ultimate crossover movie and a gamers dream. Maddie and Matt log into READY PLAYER ONE!1792falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/extra-001-my-hero-academia-part-2--65256957https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65256957Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:40:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThere's too much to talk about in just one episode! Maddie and Matt continue a discussion of My Hero Academia from the perspective of two diffrent generations.2006falsebonushttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-005-my-hero-academia-part-1--65256935https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65256935Mon, 21 Apr 2025 11:40:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMaddie and Matt have been watching My Hero Academia during thier weekly TV night. After finishing the series and capping it off wiht one of the films, it's finally time to sit down and talk about MHA and Anime fandom.1784falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-004-star-trek-insurrection--65256855https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65256855Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:35:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMatt's favorite TNG film may just be the least appreciated. It's the last of the Star Trek movies that Maddie needed to watch. 1649falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-003-28-days-later--65256490https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65256490Mon, 07 Apr 2025 12:30:07 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyThe Zombies have come to Argo City. With a new movie in the franchise on the way, Matt thought it necessary for Maddie to see how it all started. 1471falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-002-addams-family-2--65256105https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65256105Mon, 31 Mar 2025 13:27:57 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyAfter watching the second animated Addams Family film, Maddie and Matt disscus the various incarnations of the series and why it speaks to us more than other shows like The Munsters.1779falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-001-scott-pilgrim--65085923https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65085923Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:24:57 +0000Madeline and Matthew SkellyMaddie and Matt watch Scott Pilgrim and discuss life in a hightened reality and who - if any are the good guys.1777falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-000-getting-to-know-you--65000186We do a weekly movie night where every other week one of picks the film at random from a collection the other has prepared. We call it the Movie Box of Doom for Matt's collection, and the Movie Wheel of Boom For Maddies!
But we'll go beyond that, down rabbit holes and off into sidequests as well as sharing convention and adventures with you. Hang out and let's get to know each other!
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But we'll go beyond that, down rabbit holes and off into sidequests as well as sharing convention and adventures with you. Hang out and let's get to know each other!
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