On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Bobby Trippett (host of the GRINDBIN PODCAST) mask up and enter the Mindscape so they can discuss 1992's SLEEPWALKER #19.

If you love deep dives into lesser known characters, then this is the episode for you!

As per usual, Matt thought he knew a decent amount about Sleepwalker, but it turns out that he was wrong. Fear not though because Bobby reveals himself to not only be a superfan, but a true Sleepwalker expert/dream master.

But can Bobby answer the question - Is Sleepwalker a bad teammate? And what does he think about Matt's theory that Sleepwalker is the A NIGHTMARE ON ELM STREET Part 2 of superhero comics?

You'll have to stay awake and listen to find out!

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Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (https://mustardplug.com/)

This time Doug Wortel and Spillway Sound had nothing to do with the audio, so direct any and all complaints to Matt because he is the reason the theme song doesn't fade out, but instead just abruptly stops.

On this episode Matt and special guest host Doug Wortel (producer of RANDOM ACTS OF COMICS with TODD DEZAGO) try their best not to close their eyes because they don't want to miss a thing while talking about 1993's SHADOWMAN #19.

It's safe to say that this is the wildest episode of Does This Come in Chromium yet -- and honestly, with Aerosmith guest starring in a superhero comic, how could it be anything but wild?

Matt spends an inordinate amount of time feeling old as he explains the little differences between MTV and VH1 in 1993, while Doug reveals that he is in the "Paradise City" video.

Also, Matt and Doug agree that writer/artist Bob Hall deserves incredible amounts of praise for his work on this issue. It is truly a feat to behold!

Long live Joey Hotsauce!

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Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (https://mustardplug.com/)

If it weren't for the generous help from Doug Wortel and Spillway Sound you wouldn't be listening to this podcast at all!

On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Will Pfeifer (writer of CATWOMAN, HERO, AQUAMAN) try not to get caught by the chromium chain and sent to the House of Corrections as they discuss 1993's CHAIN GANG WAR #1.

Despite never having read an issue until now, CHAIN GANG WAR has loomed inexplicably large over Matt's comic book reading life. And yet, he still can't figure out exactly why DC Comics decided to publish the series in the first place. But he also wants to read the other 11 issues. Matt's complicated.

Will just learned that CHAIN GANG WAR exists (he was too busy reading hipster comics or "comix" in the 1990's) but he quickly develops an appreciation for its extensive usage of sound effects and the fashion style of one particular character.

Also, ATTENTION WRITING NERDS: Will shares some fantastic insights on his writing process. Spoiler alert: More stick figures than you'd expect are involved.

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Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (https://mustardplug.com/)

If it weren't for the generous help from Doug Wortel and Spillway Sound you wouldn't be listening to this podcast at all!

On this episode Matt and special guest co-hosts Ian Springer and Jeff Kaplan try to figure out why this is not your parents' comics magazine by discussing 1993's FANTASTIC FOUR #375...but really they spend most of the time talking about 2025's FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS.

Matt's first steps into this episode are filled with far too many "uhhhhs" and for those he apologizes, whereas Ian and Jeff talk about what it was like writing the iconic Fantastic Four for the big screen. Aspiring screenwriters should pay extra attention because Ian and Jeff go deep on what their pitching and writing processes for FIRST STEPS was like.

Of course this is DOES THIS COME IN CHROMIUM so no episode would be complete without a conversation about a very shiny comic, and boy howdy is FANTASTIC FOUR #375 just that. What do two of the writers of the most iconic big screen version of Marvel's First Family make of their 1993 counterparts? You'll have to listen to find out.

Also, with a very minor bit of prompting by Jeff, Ian recites the opening narration from the A-TEAM verbatim. It's downright fantastic!

Support Ian and Jeff by watching FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS (now streaming on Disney+ and available to purchase on DVD/Blu-ray).

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Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug

If it weren't for the generous help from Doug Wortel and Spillway Sound you wouldn't be listening to this podcast at all.

POST-CRISIS SHOW NOTES: In true Legion of Superheroes fashion, this episode has been REBOOTED to correct errors in the audio syncing and the fact that Apple just wouldn't release it (I assume because Time Trapper threatened to erase them from existence if they did -- but it's cool now because I called in a favor and had my very emotionally stable buddy Hal "Parallax" Jordan straighten things out).

Thankfully, now this episode has been freed from the great darkness, the clock has been set back to zero (hour), and you don't have to wait five years (later) to listen.

If you were lucky enough to hear this already and it didn't sound like Matter-Eater Lad vomiting (you're welcome for that mental image), then why not listen again? It's a great way to pass the time until the inevitable next reboot of the Legion of Superheros. LONG LIVE GATES!

PRE-CRISIS SHOW NOTES: On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Pat Casey (screenwriter of SONIC THE HEDGEHOG and VIOLENT NIGHT) try not to fall under the control of C.O.M.P.U.T.O. or get insulted by Gates as they discuss 1998's LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #100.

What quickly becomes clear is that Matt really doesn't know a lot about the Legion of Super-Heroes. He thought he did. But he was wrong.

It's okay though, because Pat does know a lot about the Legion. In fact, he's pretty much a sprocking Legion expert (but unlike Brainiac 5, he's far too humble to admit it).

So if you are a Legion novice - fear not because Matt has the questions and Pat has the answers!

LONG LIVE THE LEGION!

Support Pat by watching his movies and following him on BlueSky: @patcasey.bsky.social

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Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (https://mustardplug.com/)

If it weren't for the generous help from Doug Wortel and Spillway Sound you wouldn't be listening to this podcast at all!

On this BONUS episode Matt and returning special guest co-host Ian Springer (screenwriter of FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS) race against time to see who is the fastest podcaster alive while discussing 1993's THE FLASH #80.

Is Wally West faster than Barry Allen? Yes, he is. Is Matt cooler than Ian? They're stuck in a dead heat. Where did the theme song go? It's still there but you can't hear it because it's hit terminal velocity. Why is this episode releasing early? Because Matt had an impulse. Why did Ian agree to come back on the show? Because he was born to run (in this case run = podcast).

If you're having trouble keeping up with Matt and Ian just remember: 3X2(9YZ)4A

Support Ian's work by watching FANTASTIC FOUR: FIRST STEPS now available on DVD/BluRay and streaming on Disney+

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Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (https://mustardplug.com/) (While the theme song is not on this episode, you should always listen to Mustard Plug)

If it weren't for the generous help from Doug Wortel (who was also sucked into the Speed Force) and Spillway Sound you wouldn't be listening to this podcast at all!

REUPLOADED WITH FIXED AUDIO!

On this episode Matt and special guest co-host Pat Casey (screenwriter of SONIC THE HEDGEHOG and VIOLENT NIGHT) try not to fall under the control of C.O.M.P.U.T.O. or get insulted by Gates as they discuss 1998's LEGION OF SUPER-HEROES #100.

What quickly becomes clear is that Matt really doesn't know a lot about the Legion of Super-Heroes. He thought he did. But he was wrong.

It's okay though, because Pat does know a lot about the Legion. In fact, he's pretty much a sprocking Legion expert (but unlike Brainiac 5, he's far too humble to admit it).

So if you are a Legion novice - fear not because Matt has the questions and Pat has the answers!

LONG LIVE THE LEGION!

Support Pat by watching his movies and following him on BlueSky: @patcasey.bsky.social

Contact the show: doesthiscomeinchromium@gmail.com

Follow Matt on BlueSky: @mattbegins.bsky.social

Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (https://mustardplug.com/)

If it weren't for the generous help from Doug Wortel and Spillway Sound you wouldn't be listening to this podcast at all!

On this episode Matt and returning special guest co-host David Walton ignore the fact that there is no cover enhancement to be found (thereby calling into question the entire premise of the podcast) and discuss 1991's ADVENTURES OF SUPERMAN #474.

Set on New Year's Eve, this issue is a really moving character study of Clark Kent and a perfect encapsulation as to why the "Triangle Era" of Superman is a favorite for both Matt and David.

Even though he had very little time to prepare prior to recording, David shares some genuinely insightful thoughts on Clark Kent's emotional journey in this issue and how it mirrors what Superman went through during the "Exile" epic.

Matt, who had all the time in the world to prepare for the show, gets nostalgic about Casey Kasem's Nick-at-Nite New Year's Eve countdown, takes some cheap shots at John Byrne, and repeatedly talks about Galactus wearing a diaper.

Happy New Year!

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Intro music from the song "Doin' What We Do" by the always amazing Mustard Plug (https://mustardplug.com/) (While the theme song is not on this episode, you should always listen to Mustard Plug)

If it weren't for the generous help from Doug Wortel (GET WELL SOON!) and Spillway Sound you wouldn't be listening to this podcast at all!