In this enlightening episode of the Nerdy Mewzings podcast, host James sits down with Dan from Dan’s X-Men Comics to discuss his extensive journey as an X-Men fan and collector. Starting from his 90s cartoon inspirations, Dan shares how his passion evolved into serious comic book collecting, highlighting the influence of both classic and modern artists. They explore the challenges of high-grade collecting, managing a collection, and navigating the comic market’s fluctuations. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of respecting diverse art tastes and not demeaning others’ preferences. Ideal for collectors and X-Men enthusiasts, this episode offers valuable insights and personal experiences from Dan. Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and review the podcast on YouTube and your favorite audio platforms. Keep it nerdy!
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00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
01:00 Raffle Connection and First Impressions
02:21 Dan’s X-Men Journey Begins
04:12 Collecting Challenges and Discoveries
05:19 Geographical Connections and Comic Evolution
15:36 Wolverine and Favorite Characters
16:51 Nightcrawler’s Origin and Animated Series
21:59 Gaming and Hobbies
24:45 Balancing Hobbies and Professional Life
26:37 Comic Collecting Philosophy and Goals
28:24 Grail Comics and Collecting Strategies
38:40 Graded Comics: To Buy or Not to Buy?
39:47 Navigating the Comic Market: Tips and Tricks
40:45 The Impact of Fake CGC Graded Comics
43:10 Comic Book Speculation and FOMO
46:32 Collecting for Joy vs. Value
49:49 Finding the Best Deals: Online vs. Local
59:30 The Art of Comic Book Collecting
01:06:49 Rob Liefeld and the Evolution of Comic Art
01:12:30 Conclusion and Outro
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