Comic Book Men Season 2 Episode 5 The Sidewalk Stash

In Comic Book Men season 2 episode 5, titled "The Sidewalk Stash," the crew at Kevin Smith's Secret Stash comic book shop in Red Bank, New Jersey are on the hunt for some unique and rare items to add to their collection. The episode centers around some exciting finds on the sidewalk outside the shop as well as some unexpected visits from celebrity guests.

The episode opens with customer Bobby bringing in a rare Rocket Raccoon comic book. The guys are excited to see the rare book and are momentarily sidetracked from their brainstorming session about ways to bring in new customers and keep the shop relevant in the digital age. Bobby's rare find might be just the thing to draw in some new visitors.

Next, a couple of local comic book enthusiasts stop by with a stack of vintage comics they found on the sidewalk outside the shop. The guys are excited to see what they've found and are pleasantly surprised with the quality of the collection. As they go through the stack, they debate the authenticity of some of the items and strategize how to best use them to bring in new customers.

In the meantime, Secret Stash's resident toy appraiser, Rob Bruce, shows up with some unique memorabilia to show off. He's got a series of original artwork from the Walt Disney classic, Fantasia, that he's hoping to sell or trade. The guys are impressed with the artwork and their value, but aren't sure if they want to take the plunge and invest in them.

As the day wears on, the guys debate the merits of traditional comic book collecting versus the newer digital formats. They also come up with some creative ideas for events and promotions to draw in more customers and fans. Just as they're discussing these ideas, in walks actor and super comic-nerd Jason Mewes. He stops by to chat with the guys and offer some creative input.

Next, the crew is visited by the beautiful and talented actress and musician, Joan Jett. Everyone is surprised but thrilled to see her stop by the shop. She chats with the guys for a while and indulges in some comic book browsing.

Finally, Rob Bruce shows up with a strange and intriguing item - a phone book from the 1960s filled with signatures from famous baseball players. The guys are fascinated by the book and spend some time discussing its value and how they can use it to bring in more baseball and comic fans.

The episode ends with the guys feeling motivated and energized to continue building their comic book empire. They discuss their recent finds and brainstorm ways to use them in events and promotions to draw in more fans. With guests like Joan Jett and Jason Mewes, the crew at Secret Stash is definitely keeping things interesting.

Overall, "The Sidewalk Stash" is a fun and entertaining episode that showcases the Secret Stash crew's dedication to their craft and their passion for all things comic book-related. Fans of the show will definitely enjoy the mix of unique finds, celebrity guests, and creative brainstorming sessions.