Monkeys Fighting Robots

Monkeys Fighting Robots

Join us for an inside look at the world of comic books and the evolution of the industry, hosted by Matthew Sardo. Send your comments and questions to matt@monkeysfightingrobots.com

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November 14, 2024 6 mins

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G.I. JOE #1 hits your local comic book shop on November 13th. The writer of the series, Joshua Williamson, sat down with Monkeys Fighting Robots to talk all things JOES and COBRA.

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Destro #5 dropped this week from Skybound and Image Comics. Here are my quick thoughts before NYCC and interviews with the Energon Universe creators.

About DESTRO #5: Destro. Cobra Commander. The Crimson Twins. The most dangerous powers in the Energon Universe are at war...but only one can win. The road to G.I. JOE #1 ends here! Writer - Dan Watters Artist - Andrei Bressan Colorist - Adriano Lucas Letterer - Rus Wooton --------...
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ABSOLUTE BATMAN #1 drops today from DC Comics. An extremely talented creative team reinvents the Caped Crusader. Join me for an in-depth journey as I examine Scott Snyder's writing, Nick Dragotta's art, Frank Martin's colors, and Clayton Cowles's letterwork. Also, after you read this issue, come back and let me know what you think.


- Matt Sardo

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Welcome to the Monkeys Fighting Robots Podcast, episode 186! This week, we take a look at TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES #3 from Jason Aaron, Cliff Chiang, and Shawn Lee. TMNT #3 hits your local comic book shop on October 23. Thanks for checking out the podcast; have a great week, and read more comics!

- Matt Sardo

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September 10, 2024 15 mins
Episode 185 - John Cassaday passed away on Monday. The older I get, the more death takes a toll on me. The microphone is my therapy, and it feels awkward and strange, but I need to express my grief. Our time on planet Earth is short; check in on your friends and family.
- Matt Sardo

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Welcome to the Monkeys Fighting Robots Podcast, episode 184!  This week, we take a look at Comic Book Roundup and its impact on the comic book industry. Thanks for checking out the podcast; have a great week, and read more comics!
- Matt Sardo

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Welcome to the Monkeys Fighting Robots Podcast, episode 183!  This week, I reflect on Terrificon, Eddie P Con, the state of indie comics, and what's next. Thanks for checking out the podcast; have a great week, and read more comics!
- Matt Sardo

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Welcome to the Monkeys Fighting Robots Podcast, episode 182! 

This week we have cartoonist Jamie Jones on the show to talk about his latest book - THE BABOON: TEMPLE OF ETERNAL LIFE. Head over to Crowdfundr to check it out. Jamie is a friend and a collaborator who loves to talk about the deeper aspects of a comic. So buckle up and enjoy the ride. 

Thanks for checking out the podcast, have a great week, and read more comic...

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October 14, 2022 15 mins

The SHE-HULK: ATTORNEY AT LAW season finale on Disney+ dropped on Thursday, and boy, was it something. I won’t spoil it for you if you haven’t watched it yet, but I did respect the creativity that went into the series. Translating a comic book into a show is tough, and when you break the fourth wall with the audience, you escalate the difficulty tremendously. The rules go out the window, making it hard to take anything seriously. I...

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It is May 31, 2021, and if you are reading this, it means you have survived the apocalypse! I'm your host Matt Sardo, and boy did we have a week. Let's talk about it.

Mare of Easttown finale.

Kickstarter last days.

The Quarry Disc Golf course 

Jamie Jones of Twitch! 

Thanks for checking out the podcast, have a great week, and let me know how you survived the past year.

Create more shit! - Matt Sardo

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It is May 23, 2021, and if you are reading this, it means you have survived the apocalypse! I'm your host Matt Sardo, and boy did I have a week. Let's talk about it.

  • Tom Taylor's Nightwing run (79-80)
  • Zack Snyder's Army of the Dead
  • North Hollywood is a fine French film about skateboarding. 
  • Disc Golf tournament recap
  • Preparing for Mare of Easttown
  • Kickstarter hump

Thanks for checking out the podcast, have ...

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If you are reading this, it means you have survived the apocalypse! I'm your host Matt Sardo, and boy did I have a week. Let's talk about it. 

  • Mets vs Rays
  • Covid bar crawl
  • Mare of Easttown
  • Bad Batch
  • Rocket Launch 
  • Kickstarter Cross-promotion

Thanks for checking out the podcast, have a great week and let me know how you survived the past year. -

Create more shit! - Matt Sardo 

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If you are reading this, it means you have survived the apocalypse! I'm back to talk with you about life, comics, and a bit of disc golf. Man, I'm such a nerd! Thanks for checking out the podcast, have a great week, and let me know if you read any great books on NCBD! -Matt Sardo Check out the Monkeys Fighting Robots: THE MAGAZINE #3 Kickstarter campaign here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/monkeys-fight-robots/monkeys-fight...
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January 4, 2020 22 mins

This week is a conversation about the pros and cons of fandom in relationship to Game Of Thrones,  War Of Realms, animated Batman: HUSH, and Robert Pattinson as Batman. 

About the Monkeys Fighting Robots Podcast:

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Scott Snyder and Jock's Batman Who Laughs #5 is out this week, and it made me think about my relationship with DC Comics writer Tom King. 

About the Monkeys Fighting Robots Podcast: Never heard of Matt Sardo? 

For starters, he made the Kessel Run in less than 11 parsecs. Prior to that, he gave Doc Brown the idea for the flux capacitor and led the Resistance to victory over SkyNet – all while sipping a finely crafted IPA. ...

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There were many great books that came out this week, but what was the book which moved the needle. Matt Sardo talks about WAR OF REALMS #3, FALLEN WORLD #1, DCEASED #1, STRANGER THINGS: SIX #1, AND SPAWN #296. 

About the Monkeys Fighting Robots Podcast: Never heard of Matt Sardo? 

For starters, he made the Kessel Run in less than 11 parsecs. Prior to that, he gave Doc Brown the idea for the flux capacitor and led the Resi...

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THANOS #1 hits your local comic book store this week, and Matt Sardo, the founder of Monkeys Fighting Robots takes a stroll through the pages of the issue and reflects on the reading material in the aftermath of AVENGERS: ENDGAME.

About THANOS #1 of 6:

Writer - Tini Howard

Artist - Ariel Olivetti

Color Artist - Antonio Fabela

Letterer - Joe Caramagna

Cover Artist - Jeff Dekal

THANOS IS DEAD!
Executed by the deadliest assassin i...

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AVENGERS: ENDGAME hits theaters this week and Matt Sardo, the founder of Monkeys Fighting Robots has a spoiler-free conversation about the film with you. 

AVENGERS: ENDGAME is an emotional rollercoaster that pays homage to all the Marvel Cinematic Universe films that have come before, and leaves the (REDACTED). There are 5 or 6 amazing goosebump moments in the movie. The MCU saved the best for last.

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April 12, 2019 10 mins
Matt Sardo gives his thoughts on the teaser for STAR WARS: RISE OF SKYWALKER. Did you like the teaser, comment with your thoughts.
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