Welcome to Growing Up Geek, the podcast where we travel back in time to relive the pop culture moments that shaped an entire generation. Hosted by Steeven Orr, each episode dives deep into the movies, TV shows, comics, and music from the '70s, '80s, and '90s—the building blocks of geek culture.

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Conan fights a giant bat, finds a half-naked girl, and then stands around as someone else fights the big bad.

That's today as we look at Conan the Barbarian #30: The Hand of Nergal.

Amidst the chaos of battle in the land of Turan, Conan finds himself isolated with only a mysterious amulet to protect him from monstrous bat creatures. As we unravel the tale, discover the dark powers behind the Hand of Nergal and the Heart of Tammuz, and how Conan, with the help of unexpected allies, restores peace to a frightened city.

This episode is filled with thrilling battles, mystical artifacts, and a deep dive into another classic Conan comic.

Don't miss this exploration into the Hyborian Age!

Conan the Barbarian #30: "The Hand of Nergal" was written by Roy Thomas, with Pencils by John Buscema, inks by Ernie Chan, the letters were by John Costanza and Glynis Wein was the colorist.

This issue was published by Marvel Comics in June of 1973.

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Cimmerian Press

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In today's episode, we embark on a captivating journey through the bustling streets of Aghrapur, the capital of Turan, with Conan of Cimmeria.

Join us as we delve into the pages of Conan the Barbarian #29, exploring the vivid storytelling and masterful art that bring this tale to life.

From intense street brawls to mystical encounters, Conan's adventures are as brutal as they are mesmerizing. Don't miss out on this deep dive into the world of swords, sorcery, and epic battles!

Conan the Barbarian #29: "Two Against Turan" was written by Roy Thomas, with Pencils by John Buscema, inks by Ernie Chan, the letters were by John Costanza and Glynis Wein was the colorist.

This issue was published by Marvel Comics in May of 1973.

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THE BACKGROUND AMBIENCE FOR THE COLD OPENING COMES FROM:

Harbor Sounds | Seaside Market Ambience by The Guild of Ambience

Medieval City Sounds | Market Day Ambience by Danny Fortress Fantasy Music

Angry Crowd | People Yelling, Guards, Noise, Tension, Riot, Ambience by Michael Ghelfi Studios

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The music used for the theme song in this episode is Conan The Destroyer: Main Title/Riders Of Taramis as performed by The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Nic Raine

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In this hair-raising episode, host Steeven takes us on an adventure through the jungles of Hyboria with Conan the Barbarian.

Join us as we explore the 1973 comic book issue, "Moon of Zimbabwe," written by Roy Thomas with art by John Buscema.

Steeven breaks down the story, detailing Conan's battle with a giant two-legged snake, his encounter with the treacherous Thutmekri, and his quest to rescue the slave girl Helgi from the clutches of witch dancers and a monstrous golden ape.

Plus, learn how you can win a Conan trade paperback! Stay tuned until the end for contest details.

Conan the Barbarian #28: "Moon of Zembabwei" was written by Roy Thomas, with Pencils by John Buscema, inks by Ernie Chan, the letters were by John Costanza and Glynis Wein was the colorist.

This issue was published by Marvel Comics in April of 1973.

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The music used for the theme song in this episode is Conan The Destroyer: Main Title/Riders Of Taramis as performed by The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Nic Raine

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With the War of the Tarim over, Conan is at last free to wander the Earth once again.

On his way South, Conan runs into a man, beating on a lady, and so the barbarian intervenes, sending him down a path of betrayal and death and a big, red, ruby.

That's today as we look at Conan the Barbarian #27: The Blood of Bel-Hissar by Roy Thomas, John Buscema, Ernie Chan, John Costanza, and Glynis Wein.

This issue was published by Marvel Comics in March, 1973.

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The music used for the theme song in this episode is Conan The Destroyer: Main Title/Riders Of Taramis as performed by The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Nic Raine

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Where's the latest episode of Hither Came Conan?

When's it gonna land?

What the heck is going on?

Well, I got your answers... hidden among the ramblings of a big ball of stress.

Enjoy!

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The music used for the theme song in this episode is Conan The Destroyer: Main Title/Riders Of Taramis as performed by The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Nic Raine

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The War of the Tarim comes to a conclusion as Conan rescues the Queen and fights a giant mole!

That's today as we look at Conan the Barbarian #26: The Hour of the Griffin by Roy Thomas, John Buscema, Ernie Chan, John Costanza, and Glynis Wein.

This issue was published by Marvel Comics in February, 1973.

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Who Created Wolverine? Marvel’s Roy Thomas Speaks Out On The Controversy

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The music used for the theme song in this episode is Conan The Destroyer: Main Title/Riders Of Taramis as performed by The City of Prague Philharmonic Orchestra Conducted by Nic Raine

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