Episode 131 – The Invincible Iron Man: Demon in a Bottle

<p>Combining corporate intrigue, James Bond-style espionage and more than a hint of social relevance, it’s perhaps <em>the</em> defining Iron Man storyline—and arguably informs Robert Downey Jr.’s mega-popular portrayal of the character in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. In this episode, we strap on the jet skates to discuss Demon in a Bottle—specifically, The Invincible Iron Man issues #123-128, by David Michelinie, John Romita Jr. and Bob Layton, published by Marvel Comics!</p> <p>As the pressures of being a billionaire industrialist superhero begin to mount, Tony Stark (aka Iron Man) increasingly turns to alcohol. When unscrupulous competitor Justin Hammer takes control of Stark’s armor, causing the death of a foreign diplomat, even his best friend James Rhodes and professional bodyguard Bethany Cabe may not be able to pull him out of his downward spiral.</p> <p>Can the Armored Avenger prevail against a dozen super-villains—and his growing addiction? And can this famous story infiltrate that island fortress known as ... The Comics Canon?</p> <p><strong>In This Episode:</strong></p> <ul> <li>“You rentable clodpate!”</li> <li>Death Be Not Proud</li> <li>Some LGBTQ+ comics recommendations</li> <li>Some thoughts on our Tintin episode</li> <li>Iron Man Epic Collection: Stark Wars</li> <li>Invincible Iron Man: World’s Most Wanted</li> </ul> <p>Join us in two weeks as we discuss Nimona by Noelle Stevenson!</p> <p>Until then:<br /> <a href="https://www.teepublic.com/stores/the-comics-canon" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Impress your friends with our Comics Canon merchandise</a>!<br /> <a href= "https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-comics-canon/id1074541605" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Rate us on Apple Podcasts</a>!<br /> <a href="mailto:letters@comicscanon.com" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Send us an email!</a><br /> Hit us up on <a href="https://twitter.com/thecomicscanon" target= "_blank" rel="noopener">Twitter</a> or <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/thecomicscanon/" target="_blank" rel= "noopener">Faceb