Soda Pop Comix
David Griffin
Is it soda or is it pop? Philosophy, Comics, and Culture
Episodes
Vote Soda Pop 2026
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We Stand On Guard
Domesticated Dave and Brooke cover all the weekly releases from Marvel's X-books and DC's Absolute universe. To all our new listeners: we thank you kindly for coming back for more. Welcome to the Poppet Nation.
THE UNCANNY XxX-CAST
Happy 20th Anniversary to the best X-men podcast ever! For our 100th episode, we are honored to welcome the hosts of the Uncanny X-Cast: the retired vocalist and Omnilingual Overlord of Spoken Word ONLY, Mr. Brian Perillo and his Ionic, Iconic, and Irresistible Avian Emperor of Darkness, Mr. Rob Briscoe.
99 Non-Horny Podcasts
Well, it's been a good run... Just kidding! We are one episode away from the BIG 100th episode! This one's the episode to share and review, folks. Get in on all the goodness we got for next episode. This week, Brooke tries to get Dave to spoil the big surprise for next episode while Dave continues to fight the womp womps.
Don't Dream It; Be It
Manhunters dominate the vibes this week as we review all the comic book releases from DC's Absolute universe and Marvel's X-books. Brooke finally allows Dave to gush about the greatest of any DCU project so far. Be sure to share this episode for a chance to win the weekly giveaway from Funko.
WarDoom is the best Doom
Dave's hopes and dreams for Lanterns and Brooke take a hit this week, but can our Comic of the Year Award winner for 2025 return with enough awesome to calm Dave's broken heart? Be sure to share this episode on your socials for a chance to win the weekly giveaway from Funko.com.
Join the Poppet Corps
What the Hal are you doing listening to this episode if you haven't watched Lanterns on HBO? We are giving away the new Lanterns Funko POPs too! Don't worry, we are still covering all of the weekly releases from DC's Absolute universe and Marvel's X-books.
In Brightest Day With Blackest Coffee
Remember when everyone was complaining about how stupid Lanterns was going to be? Dave remembers. Whoever wins the Lanterns POPs this week had better start deleting those old tweets. Brooke reminds Dave that we have a show to do about Marvel's X-books and DC's Absolute universe. (FYI Dave is covered in Green Lantern tattoos)
Brand New Grey
Dave gets his wish that the X-men are terrorists in the MCU! Brooke explains to him that there is a still a chance for redemption for them. Dave now demands that Storm be the villain in Black Panther 3. Join us for all this week's Marvel X-men comics since DC gave us an Absolute famine.
No More Hellfire Galas
Seriously, why do they keep having these things? Dave keeps on spouting his crazy theories while Brooke brings him back to Earth. Specifically, San Diego Comic Con and all the comics out last week from DC's Absolute universe and Marvel's X-books. Share this episode on your socials for a chance to win the weekly giveaway from Funko.com
Writer of Storm: Murewa Ayodele
Murewa Ayodele joins us to teach Dave how to finally pronounce his name correctly. Brooke spends most of the time trying to calm Dave down from totally fan-boying out. Every week, we cover all the new releases from Marvel's X-books and DC's Absolute comics. Special thanks to Murewa Ayodele for proving that you actually can meet your heroes.
Sauna POP Comix
Absolute Batman and Absolute Catwoman keep it cool while the X books appear to be warming up for yet another reboot. Dave begs Brooke to watch X-men 97 and much, much more!
We Will Miss You, Marty
Brooke tries to console Dave about the loss of Absolute Martian Manhunter. Dave responds with his red ring on Absolute Green Lantern. Share this episode on your timeline for a chance to win the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway.
Shooting Star Celebration
Brooke and Domesticated Dave bring you all the best from Marvel's X-books and DC's Absolute comics every week. We also cover the Wolverine books too. As we say goodbye to Pride 2026 and hello to the freedom that we all celebrate this week, please enjoy the people you care about as well as all the potential friends all around us.
Alcock Pride
Brooke and Domesticated Dave review every weekly release from DC Comics Absolute universe and Marvel's X-men books. Dave tries to convince Brooke to go see Supergirl despite the fact that Lobo might be Dave's most hated DC character. And we give away the first Vault winner. Share, subscribe, and review to win all the giveaways every week.
Absolute Cattiness
Maybe our release dates got a little off schedule, but Dave answers why in the episode. Brooke tells us all about her first big Con. Absolute Catwoman joins the line to mixed reviews. We announce a new campaign from Funko. Focus on the blessings, folks. Happy Pride!
Absolute Mary Sue
Happy Pride, Poppets! Brooke and Dave argue whether Absolute Green Lantern is a good comic book, and you might be surprised who isn't buying it. Luckily, the Uncanny X-men trade power couples, and we are getting excited about the X-books again. Share or review this episode for a chance to win either one of the now TWO weekly winners.
So Much For That Boycott
This episode was recorded before the #DCBlackout was abandoned. I stand by everything I said in this episode. Static is going to be in Titans! We focus on the positive here at Soda POP Comix. Be sure to rate and review the podcast for a chance at the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway. Currently giving out X-men '97 POPs until the premiere of season 2!!!
Absolute Green Luigi
Zombie Oliver Queen fought the Power this week, and our poor X-babies just try to keep up. Domesticated Dave doesn't think this revenge book is a horror comic, but the last page told him different. Listen every episode for information to win the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway.
Mighty Orphan Power Rangers
The Robins of the Absolute Universe dominate Dave and Layne while Brooke hits the convention scene. Luckily, Simone's Uncanny X-men delivers the sexy with Dragonzord Gambit. Share this episode on your socials for a chance to win the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway.
Attack of the Laynemaker
The Laynemaker returns to save Dave and Brooke from the X-books who don't contain Cyclops or the Outliers. Share this episode for a chance to win your own X-men 97 Season 2 Funko POP
New Comic Book Gay
In a week with no Absolutes, we seek the guiding light of Queen Gail Simone through two X-books; meanwhile, Dave attempts to introduce Brooke to the new Justice League Intergalactic. Jamal Campbell tries really hard to make us forget Diana's Absolute girlfriend, goth baddie Zatanna. New X-men 97 POPs are here too!
Great Scott!
Special thanks to Brett Scott and Alex Paknadel for bringing the Awesome to Soda Pop Comix this week! Cyclops is finally getting some respect on his name. Be sure to listen to find out how easy it is to win the weekly Funko POP giveaway from Soda POP Comix
Green Arrow Gal?
The Laynemaker returns to coax Dave out from under the studio table where he is hiding from Absolute Scarecrow. Listen up for details for a chance to win double Funko POPs this week.
Rogue State Radio
Domesticated Dave and Brooke bring you the best coverage of DC's Absolute universe every week and don't forget! We read all the X-men books so you don't have to. Share and review for a chance to win the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway'
Pass The Torch, Tom
Listen to the first ten minutes to learn how to qualify for the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway. Every week, Domesticated Dave and Brooke bring you reviews of all the newest releases from DC's Absolute universe and Marvel's X-books.
Milestone Blues
It's Domesticated Dave's birthday and Brooke brought lots of comics from DC's Absolute universe and Marvel's X-books to cheer him up. Be sure to share this episode for a chance to win the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway.
Low Key Stories
On this International Day of Happiness, Domesticated Dave and Brooke talk Spiderman trailer vibes and all the Absolute and X-book releases from your local comic book shop. Share or review this episode for a chance to win the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway.
You Can't Stop The Signal, Mal
The Laynemaker and Domesticated Dave discuss all of last week's releases from DC's Absolute comics and Marvel's X-books. Listen and learn how to win this week's Funko POP figure giveaway. I am a leaf on the wind. Watch how I soar.
KO no fo sho
Domesticated Dave, the Laynemaker, and Brooke review all the comic books released each week from DC's Absolute universe and Marvel's X-men books. Be sure to subscribe and share this episode on your social feeds to qualify for the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway.
Rainy Day Girl
Alison Hanna was our friend, and we will miss her. Dave and Brooke try to focus on the positive things we all share in America. Remember, comics are for everyone!
Buy the Dakota Incident NOW
Every week, we bring you all the latest coverage of DC's Absolute universe and Marvel's X-men comics. Listen this week as Domesticated Dave begs you to revive the Milestone comics characters. And we give away more awesome Funko POPs too!
The Cyclops Ascension
Your weekly roundup of all the comics out from DC's Absolute universe and Marvel's X-men. Subscribe and share for a chance to win the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway
Not A Horny Podcast
Domesticated Dave tries to calm the fires burning deeply within Brooke and the Laynemaker. At Soda Pop Comix, Marvel's X-books and DC's Absolute comics dominate the weekly coverage. Subscribe or share for a chance to win the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway.
Superboy Primed
Talking all the Absolute DC comic books every week, the Laynemaker and Brooke make SHOCKING revelations to hype Dave up to even higher highs for DC:KO. Be sure to share and review for a chance at the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway.
This One's For Wael
Wael Tarabishi was my friend. He died last week because his father was taken by ICE, and he was the only one who could take care of all of his complicated medical needs. They will not even let his father attend his funeral. We love you, Wael.
Waltz's Most Excellent Week
Bundle up, Poppets! Brooke and the Laynemaker celebrate Domesticated Dave's new favorite character to read - Wolverine! Be sure to share this episode in your socials for a chance at the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway
AOR - Absolute Joke
Ever hopeful for the Shadows of Tomorrow, every week we preach the gospel of X and the Absolute truth for all those Marvel and DC comics fans who want a bit more positivity in the fandom. Share this episode for a chance to win the weekly Funko Pop figure giveaway.
The 2025 Gail Awards
Tonight, we celebrate with the first annual best of the best 2025 Gail Simone Awards. Special thanks to every Poppet who shared and reviewed us this year. Thank you for all the great Funko POP unboxing videos. Keep 'em coming. We can't wait to give you more in the future!
King Omega Jason Todd
The Laynemaker does not endorse the title of this episode. Twitch your stream over to CoPOP_Adventures! Did I get that right?
We Figured Out Rogue Storm!
The Laynemaker does not endorse all claims made by the title of this episode. Brooke does a run in. Brooke needs entrance music.
Come Back, Rob and Brian!
This week, Dave pleads with his heroes to come back and save the Uncanny X-verse given that DC's Absolute books are taking Marvel's lunch money and stuffing them into a locker. Meanwhile, the Laynemaker and Brooke tell him to give it up. Be sure to share this episode on your socials for a chance to win this week's Bitty POP X-Mansion playset.
CoPOP Adventures
The Laynemaker and the Mistress of Violence have started streaming on Twitch. Brooke and Dave remind the gamers that we cover all the X-men and Absolutes every week. Be sure to share this episode in your timeline for a chance to win the weekly Funko POP figure giveaway
Absolute Batman Eats Bane
If you aren't reading Absolute Batman and Wonder Woman, give us a chance to show you what you are missing. Layne still loves Revelation; Dave still loves Fabian Cortez, and Brooke loves Gail Simone. Share this episode for a chance to win the last two Xmas X-men Funko Pops.
Unbreakable Gail Simone
Broken once more by the Unbreakable Gambit, we venture into this week's books from the Age of Revelation and try to keep up with Absolute Flash. Dave remains confused by DC: KO, and Fantasia joins the crew. Be sure to share this episode in your social feeds for a chance at the weekly Funko Pop figure giveaway.
Take the Ladies' Names Off Of This Book
In a wasteland without Absolute DC books, we find ourselves midway through the Age of Revelation with some surprises and a very few but PROFOUND disappointments. Be sure to share this episode in your social media feeds for a chance at the weekly Funko Pop figure giveaway.
We Believe In You, Funko!
Don't believe the hype! Funko will never die as long as we got something to say about it. Every week, we cover all the new releases from DC's Absolute comics and Marvel's X-men. Share this episode in your socials for a chance to win the weekly Funko Pop figure giveaway. Special thanks to Fantasia and Shay for all the awesome this week.
Deadpool Domination
Brooke, Layne, and Dave talk about Absolute Batman standing up to the REAL bad guys, and Layne gets Dave to do something he never wanted to do. Every week, we cover all the new releases from DC's Absolute Universe and Marvel's X-men comics. Share this episode on your social media for a chance to win the weekly Funko Pop figure giveaway.
Buttered Victory Rolls
Dave and Brooke cover all the weekly releases from DC's Absolute comics and Marvel's X-men. Share, subscribe, or give a rating to be eligible for the weekly Funko Pop figure giveaway. (Special thanks to the Victory Roll Cafe)
Gambit and Gail Break Brooke
Every week, we cover everything from DC's Absolute comics and Marvel's X-men. This week's episode deals with loss and grief. (Be advised) I know we like to keep it positive, but we also keep it authentic. Share this episode in your socials for a chance at a NYCC Funko Pop Exclusive.