Why Marvel Owned the Hulk Hogan Name for 20 Years
Marvel's trademark on Hulk led to a surprising 20-year licensing agreement with the WWF, making Hulk Hogan's name one of wrestling's most unusual legal stories.
Author: Tony M.
Blondie’s Call Me Gives Supergirl Her Punk Rock Soul
Blondie's iconic hit "Call Me" is more than trailer music. Here's how Debbie Harry, Giorgio Moroder, Popeye, and comics all connect to Supergirl.
The McGriddle Philosophy of Life and Death
What can a McGriddle teach us about mortality? Inspired by The Bear, this essay explores merit, Michelin stars, the Alamo, and why consistency may be its own kind of immortality.
Rolling Stones and NASCAR Team Up for New Corporate Venture
Rolling Stones and NASCAR join forces for merch, vinyl and promotions, proving the band's corporate evolution continues with another major partnership.
The Complete Kubrick 4K Box Set Is Criterion’s Biggest Yet
The Complete Kubrick is Criterion's ultimate 30-disc 4K box set with every Stanley Kubrick film, rare shorts, deluxe extras, and stunning packaging is huge!
Screaming Lord Sutch: The Godfather of Shock Rock
Screaming Lord Sutch helped invent shock rock, launched legendary careers, and proved that outrageous ideas could change both music and politics.
George Herriman and the Genius Behind Krazy Kat Comics
George Herriman transformed comics through Krazy Kat, creating one of the most artistic, influential, and imaginative newspaper strips ever published.
Why the Long Wait for Pogo Volume 9? The Story Behind It
After a four-year wait, Pogo Volume 9 finally arrives in 2027. Here's why the Fantagraphics archival series has taken so long to continue.
The Day the Earth Stood Still at 75: A Sci-Fi Masterpiece
The Day the Earth Stood Still turns 75. Explore how the 1951 sci-fi classic redefined alien movies and delivered a timeless warning about humanity.
The Art of Star Wars: Andor Is a Must-Have for Fans
The Art of Star Wars: Andor showcases stunning concept art, production history, and exclusive insights into one of Star Wars' finest series.
How Witch Doctor Created Alvin and the Chipmunks
Learn how Ross Bagdasarian used tape recording tricks on Witch Doctor to create Alvin and the Chipmunks, changing music history in 1958.
Tom Gauld’s Landscape Portrait Skewers Selfie Culture
Tom Gauld's Landscape Portrait cover for The New Yorker cleverly explores museum selfies, tourism, and how smartphones shape modern art experiences.