League Podcast Special Edition: Diamond Bankruptcy and the future of Free Comic Book Day (Episode 521)

Join Matt Dursin and newly minted standup comedian Clay N. Ferno for a special edition of The League celebrating the ghosts of Free Comic Book Day past and discussing the downfall and bankruptcy of Diamond! Clay shares his first experience doing standup comedy and discusses the variety show he recently headlined with the help of Ultimate Durson. The duo also delve into the future of Free Comic Book Day in the wake of Diamond Comics' bankruptcy and reminisce about their days as Wednesday Warriors. Stay tuned to the League Podcast feeds on Spotify and YouTube for recommendations on must-watch shows and movies, and reflections on the current state of comics (since 2009).

00:00 Introduction and Free Comic Book Day Confusion

01:06 Clay N. Ferno Standup

02:44 Challenges and Experiences in Standup Comedy

06:34 Will & Harper

10:24 Diamond Comics Bankruptcy and Impact

13:14 Free Comic Book Day: Past and Future

31:01 Digital Comics and Retailer Incentives

34:01 The Future of Comic Book Shops

35:09 Diamond's Sale and Industry Changes

36:17 The Decline of Physical Comic Shops

41:56 Personal Reflections on Comic Collecting

51:28 Marvel Movie Reviews and Industry Insights

58:24 Classic Movie Recommendations

59:50 Podcast and Final Thoughts

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