The Comic Source Podcast: Recent Episodes
Jace Milam
The Comic Source is the title of a group of podcasts focusing on comic books. It includes The Comic Source Podcast, The Top Cow Chronology Project, Creator Interviews, Convention Coverage and so much more. Grab your headphones and join us today!
Jace and Rocky chat aobut he DC Comics titles for the week of June 18, 2025. A stellar week with some very solid titles. Superman Unlimited #2 picks up right where the first issue left off and things are going to be very challenging for the Man of Steel going forward with Kryptonite ever and a new power that is both a blessing and a curse. Detective Comics gives up a Batman/Penguin Team-up that is both formidable and funny, while the bond that we know exists between Batman and Robin begins to show in Year One. Absolute Flash gives us a glimpse at another Absolute version of a classic Rogues character, but will Wally be up to taking him on? Catwoman continues to be a complex story that may read better as a trade and in New Gods when the refugees arrive on Earth they are met with both empathy and hostility in equal measure until John Stewart takes matters into his own hands. Finally, Krypto is getting a detailed origin like we have never seen before and its a great balance of fun and emotional moments. Join the guys to hear all about these tilles and more this week from DC!
Jace is joined by veteran animation writer Ernie Altbacker to chat about Area 51 Studios. Based on a prose story Ernie wrote a few years ago, this is Ernie's first foray into comics. With the same fun and adventuresome sensibility Ernie has brought to many DC animated adations, Area 51 Studios reveals that the legendary secretive military base is actually a movie studio where aliens show up to create low budget galactic reality shows. With such an out there premise and great art from Josh White, you have the makings of something really special. Considering Ernie's connections in animation, there is every chance this ends up as a TV show so grab your copy before you miss out!
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of June 11, 2025. Aquaman continues on his quest to find his lost kingdom and family, we start to see the beginnings of Superman's journey to becoming a hero as Superboy, Batman Dark Patterns lives up to its name. Fire and Ice go to hell and run into a familar face who is not hapy to see them. Trinity starts on a time-travelign adventure, we get a new version of Bane and the Demon shows up in two books, as he may hold the key to the mystery of Memento in Batman and Robin, Join us for our thoughts on these titles and more.
Jace is joined by Allison from FlickDirect to chat with the cast and showrunner of Resident Alien. Lead by the superb Alan Tudyk, the show is returning for it's fourth season with epsiodes being broadcast on both USA and SyFy. This incredibly talented cast makes the most of excellent writing from their team of behind the scenes creatives led by showrunner Chris Sheridan. The result is a perfect blend of drama, comedy and most importantly emotional story telling that has a point. Season Four picks up where the previous season left off with the titular Resident Alien, portrayed by Tudyk, trapped on the moon as a deadly Mantid alien impersonates him on earth. It doesn't take long to get right into the action and heart fans of the series have come to love. Join us to hear some thoughts on the seasons from the cast and how their experience working on the show has been overall. Then be sure to watch every Friday at 11 PM on USA or SyFy for the latest epsiodes. Season Four episode will also be available to stream on Peacock one week after air date.
Jace and Rocky breakdown the DC Comics titles for the week of June 4, 2025. It's a great week with DC Pride 2025 telling a complete story rich with history and character. The Atom Project comes to a very satisfying conclusion. Absolute Green Lantern continues to be a bit of a mystery while Batgirl and Birds of Prey are both jam-packed with action. Justice League vs Godzilla vs Kong is back and as fun as ever, while the Secret Six delves into the relationship between Deadshot and Catman. The relationship between Lois and Superman is still being fleshed out but it is clear that Lois feels drawn to this young alien and where her loyalties lie will be a big part of the story. Join us to hear all about these books and more!
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of May 28, 2025. Absolute Maritan Manhunter and Absolute Wonder Woman solidify that the Absolute Universe is still going strong. The JLU World's Finest Crossover ramps up with just one issue to go. Superman loses it with the Red K boosting his rage and help may come from an unexpected place. Meanwhile in Hell Hal Jordan finds what he is looking for and also runs into an old friend he isn't so happy to see and finally, the first issue of Mister Terrific: Year One exceeds all expectations and is a nearly perfect comic. Join us the guys for the details on all these books and more!
Jace and Rocky chat abotu the DC Comics titles for the week of May 21, 2025. Nightwing forges an alliance with Maggie Sawyer, or does he? Wally West takes control of his life in Absolute Flash though many, many mysteries remain. Speaking of mysteries, the identity and machinations of Elixir remain elusive and as Batman attempts to find answers he discover an interesting an ally. The mystery in Wonder Woman is resolved in time to save Batman, though it seems the murderer will face few if any consquences. Finally in Superman Unlimited we are reminded of just how special Superman is and how much he means to his adoptive planet just in time for catastrophe to strike and it appears the fallout has ushered in a new era for the Man of Steel. Does he have new powers to face this new threat? Only time will tell. Join us for more thoughts on all these titles and more!
Jace is joined by writer David Pinckney to talk about the lastest OGN YA title from the Maverick imprint at Mad Cave Studios. Sarah and Darah; Best Frenemies Forever is a relevant and engaging tale focusing on the drama of high school relationships and the value of family. Join us to hear David's thoughts on the project
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics for the week of May 14, 2025. Batman Dark Patterns gives a new rogue for Batman while in Aboslute Batman the true horror of Mister Freeze is revealed. Fire and Ice learn they will have to travel to hell to try and put themselves and their friends back in the right bodies. Supergirl has a solid debut issue and the action in Aquaman keeps ramping up. Meanwhile, Green Lantern Corps gives us a look at some of our favorite Lanterns while a classic villain returns. Join us to hear about all these books and more!
Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics for the week fo May 7, 2025. Absolute Superman introduces us to the Absolute Braniac, the mystery in Absolute Green Lantern continues to unfold while Ted Grant is remembered fondly in JSA. Two-Face comes to an end and we are sad to see it go, Black Canary also ends, but in a very satisfying way. Poison Ivy, The Atom Project and Batgirl are all excellent. Join us to hear about these books and more!
Kevin Shinick — the host and time-traveling detective of the Emmy-winning series Where In Time Is Carmen Sandiego?, Emmy-winning writer behind Robot Chicken, and celebrated author — is writing and starring in HOST MORTEM. Shinick is joined by artist Damien Torres (Marvel Crisis Protocol), colorist Pippa Bowland (Judge Dredd, Project Cryptid), and letterer Taylor Esposito (Red Hood and The Outlaws). The 180+ page graphic novel is coming soon to Kickstarter from Clover Press, the publisher behind countless acclaimed graphic novels, art books and novels including The Marvel Art Of line of books, Ricardo Delgado’s Dracula, Spawn Till You Die: The Fin Art of Ray Troll, and Craig Yoe’s Woman & Man+.
HOST MORTEM follows TV hosts, Kevin Shinick (Where In Time Is Carmen Sandiego?) and Greg Lee (Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?) who are transported to the year 1947 by a time portal at comic con. They soon find themselves enmeshed in a murder mystery involving Humphrey Bogart’s legendary noir film The Big Sleep. When one of the stars winds up dead, Kevin and Greg’s knowledge of random trivia might be the key to solving this Hollywood caper.
Shinick says, “Between the two of us, Greg and I have hosted a number of game shows. As a result, we have a lot of random trivia floating around in our heads and I always wished I could put that knowledge to better use other than just, “Hey, did you know the singular of spaghetti it spaghetto?” And since we both played fake detectives on Carmen Sandiego (me a time traveling detective and Greg a classic gumshoe detective) I got to wondering how we might fare with an actual murder? The ultimate question being, “Are hosts really smart? Or do they just have the answers?” Lee adds, “The premise of two fake detective game show hosts from the 1990’s having to solve a series of real murders in the 1940’s seemed like a novel idea so we thought we might be onto something. Now, thanks to Kevin’s amazing talent writing comic books and our combined experience with game show shenanigans I get to star alongside my pal in Host Mortem! Which involves time travel, film noir, game show trivia and lots of comedy because, spoiler alert, we’re not as good at solving murders as we think.
Jace is joined by Kevin to talk about the project, his love of film noir and the impetus of the project with Greg Lee. Plus Kevin mentions coming up with the perfect title.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics for the week of April 30, 2025. It's a fifth week of the month so we get some annuals and specials. In Detective Comics, it's a locked room murder for Batman to solve with the victim begging Batman not to solve his murder at all. Also the latest chapter of We Are Yesterday is in World's Finest Annual with an incredible John Stewart origin story as a co-feature. The Question comes to a very satisfying conclusion with Batman The Last Halloween and Power Company rounding out the week. So join us to hear all about these books and hear about Rocky's adventures at Calgary Fan Expo.
Jace is joined by author Damian Duffy to talk about his recently released graphic novel adaption of Octavia E. Butler's classic science fiction novel, Parable of the Talents. Butler is incredible prescient in her ability to predict the current cultural and political state of the world in 2025, even though her novel was published in 1998. It deals of concepts of personal, religious and economic freedoms as well as Afro-Futurism. With evocative art by John Jennings this adapation faithfully captures the feel fo the prose work. Damian talks about the challenges of adapting such a rich work and gives his thoughts on how Butler was so accurately able to predict the future.
Jace is joined by author Damian Duffy to talk about his recently released graphic novel adaption of Octavia E. Butler's classic science fiction novel, Parable of the Talents. Butler is incredible prescient in her ability to predict the current cultural and political state of the world in 2025, even though her novel was published in 1998. It deals of concepts of personal, religious and economic freedoms as well as Afro-Futurism. With evocative art by John Jennings this adapation faithfully captures the feel fo the prose work. Damian talks about the challenges of adapting such a rich work and gives his thoughts on how Butler was so accurately able to predict the future.
Jace is joined by author Damian Duffy to talk about his recently released graphic novel adaption of Octavia E. Butler's classic science fiction novel, Parable of the Talents. Butler is incredible prescient in her ability to predict the current cultural and political state of the world in 2025, even though her novel was published in 1998. It deals of concepts of personal, religious and economic freedoms as well as Afro-Futurism. With evocative art by John Jennings this adapation faithfully captures the feel fo the prose work. Damian talks about the challenges of adapting such a rich work and gives his thoughts on how Butler was so accurately able to predict the future.
Jace is joined by Al Ewing to chat about Detective Comics 2025 Annual. Al has a locked room murder mystery for Batman to solve in three acts. He talks about collaborating with three different artists, one for each of the chapters. Plus he gets to bring Batman across the pond to his own stompling grounds. The guys also chat about what makes Batman such a versatile character and the incredible roster of villains Batman has. It's a great story and Jace is exceptionally happy that on his first Batman story, Al didn't do the cliched thing and use the Joker.
Jace and Rocky break down a big week of DC Comics for April 23, 2025. We get the second chapter of Hush 2, Power Girl comes to an end and a new arc starts for The Flash. We have two wildly different Green Lantern stories with one full of surprises and action packed and the other trying to find it's footing. Green Arrow continues to be an excellent mix of crime noir and relevant social issues which calls back to a classic era for the Emerald Archer. Metamorpho is wildly fun and engaging with Peacemaker and Harley Quinn close behind. Absolute Wonder Woman and Absolute Martian Manhunter represent versions of the characters that are closest and furthest away from their main universe counterparts respectively, but both are a joy to experince both visually and narritively. Finally we have two Superman titles that showcase the Man of Steel in two very different stories that are both excellent. One feels like it harkens back to the classic stories of yesteryear and the other is very contemporary, but feels like it will be the classic of tomorrow. Join us to hear about all these books and more!
Jace is joined by Ray Chou to chat about the campaign for the latest issue of Glow. A mix of high fantasy, adeventure and magic it follows a group of young survivors in a post-apocalyptic world as they try to unlock the secrets, power and mystery of Glow. Ancient aritfacts left over from a forgotten age which may hold the key to rescuing the home they fled which has been captured by the evil Stonehand Tribe. Ray talks about they cretive process, some other stories and worlds he has drawn inspiration from, plus how you can get caught up if you haven't read any Glow yet. Join us to learn more and be sure to go and check out the Glow campaign.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics releases for the week of April 16, 2025. We have the end of Challengers of the Unknown as some questions are answered and more are raised. Similarly, Detective Comics reaches the end of its first arc for this era in a very satisfying ending that shows that even in the face of great temptation, Batman has lines he will not cross. Nightwing starts a new arc that brings some personal context to the power vacuum that currentkly exists in Bludhaven, while Batman looks to help Wonder Woman solve a murder on Themiscrya. New Gods, Zatanna and Titans all continue their current stroylines in compelling fashion with gorgeous art. Finally Absolute Flash gives us even more personality for the absolute Rogues and shows just how out of control Wally's power are. It's a great week of DC titles so join us to hear all about these books and more.
Live from WonderCon, it's Mark Waid and Dan Slott in conversation about the Summer of Superman. It all kicks off with the Summer of Superman One-Shot on April 16th, so what can be expected in that story? What's coming in Action Comics? How will the new Superman Unlimited titles fit in with the other Superman books and how is it going to change the nature of Kryptonite and the Daily Planet? All that and more in this episode. Plus why Mark Waid connects with Superboy even more than Superman!
Richard Ashley Hamiltion returns to the show to chat about Scoop Vol 3. Sophie and her mother take a vacation in Cuba to try and get away from the recent chaos in Miami, but as Sophie begins to exhibits powers linked to time travel it's not quite the getaway they'd hoped. Returning home to save a friend she believes is in danger puts Sophie in the middle of the action again. This book is the third volume in the incredibly fun and adventurous Scoop series. Richard talks about the evolution of the characters over the life of the series and how personal the project remains for him. Plus some talk about the move over to Maverick and the re-release of Volumes 1 and 2. There's lots to unpack in this episode so join us!
Daniel Henriques and Jonathan Glapion join the show to chat about their upcoming Spawn Universe title The Curse of Sherlee Johnson. Going all the way back to the earliest days of Spawn this series uses the events from issue #5 to examine what happened to one of the victims of the evil and reviled Billy Kincaid, namely Sherlee Johnson. A young girl, kidnapped by the serial killer who thought she was about to be rescued when Spawn showed up to deliver his paticular brand of justice to Kincaid, but Spawn was unaware of her presence and left her behind. What happened to her and why, well that's what this series will be explloring. Also, it a chance for Daniel to evolve beyond his traditional role as an inker and Jonathan is doing the same as he trades in his inking chores to handle the pencils. With so much passion for the story and challenging themselves with new creative roles, there is no doubt these two are going to give it there all. The end result will be a must-read title so don't miss it!
Jace and Rocky breakdown the DC Comics titles for the week of April 9, 2025. Aquaman breaks free of his bonds and looks to face the beign resposible for his imprisonment and rescure Atlantis. Meanwhile, from the wreckage of the planet Thanager a god emereges but will he be a savior to the Thanagarians or spell ddom for the remnants of the Red Lantern Corps. Fire and Ice have switched powers, but that is not all that may be different by the end of the issue. We also see Superman up against an unfamilair foe, but one DC fans will recognize. In Batman and Robin, we have some incredible character work that informs the relationship of Bruce and his father with a level of emotion and depth not seen before. Finally in Absolute Batman, the relationship Bruce has with his friends from crime alley is examined in more depth as he is faced with a new villain who is terrifying. It brings just the right amount of horror to a book, that so far, has been all out action. Join us for our thoughts on these titles and more!
Ron Marz is back on the show to chat about his current Zoop project for Shinku. A wild story with roots going back to the earliest days of the samurai in Japan. They are battling an evil even older than they are, vampires. Fantastic art by the late Lee Moder showcases a dynamism and strong sense of storytelling that are hallmarks of his style. Included in the collection will be never before seen Shinku art from Lee that was intended for the second volume of the action-packed, highly enjoyable series. Soem design pieces, character sketches and concept art will also be indluded. Listen in to learn more about the series and be sure to go check out the campaign.
Jace is joined by two of the creative minds behind Alienated, the latest original series to come to Comixology. Taki Soma, the writer and Michael Avon Oeming, the cover artist, talk about how the genre of science fiction is a great medium to tell stories that examine wild and outrageous ideas, but in reality are self-reflections of humanity examing itself. In the case of Alienated, what if first contant is finally here but all the aliens that show up aroung the world are already dead? Or are they? Filled with interesting characters, an intriguing premise and compelling character dynamics this first issue will pull you in and have you invested in what happens next. Join us to hear more about the series from Taki and Michael and be sure to go check out issue #1 available for purchase on Comixology or included with your Comixology Unlimited subscription.
Jace welcomes Keith Arem and Chris Yates from PCB Productions to the show to chat about the Kickstarter campaign for Front Road. Drawing inspirations from classic video games like The Last of Us, Silent Hill and BioShock, Frost Road is a survival story set in the town of Front Road as the protagonist wakes up from a car crash not knowing where he is or what has happened. The guys chat about the crossover of mediums, the evolution of this project and some of the rewards available in the campaign. With the absolute top production values and fantastic art from Christopher Shy. Join in to find out what the project is all about and go check out the campaign.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of April 2, 2025. The debut of Absolute green Lantern is a perfect mix of the familiar with new twists and just a dash of horror. Absolute Superman continues its incredible run with gorgeous art and so much feeling that it continues to be the emotional core of the Absolute Universe. The Poison Ivy and Two-Face series are elevating their respective eponymous characters to much more realized versions and its great to see. The debut of Ressurrection Man: Quantum Karma is similarly addign depth to a character that many long-time DC fans haven't spent time reading. Join us to hear about all these books plus the rest of the DC titles for the week and a run down of the DC collected editions releasing in comic shops this week.
Jace and Rocky break down some of the indie titles for the week of March 26, 2025 that they have had a chance to read. Radiant Black continues to deal with the fall out of the Catalyst War. A supervillain;'s daughter begins to her father'strue nature but before she can even decide how she feels about this revealation he is assassinated. Now her choice is to take revenge, if she can or finally live a life of freedom, but with a title like We're Taking Everyone Down With Us, you can probably guess what she will choose. The follow up from the creator of the smash-hit Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees drops this week as the "Have's" are forced to give up half their fortunes for the benefit of the "Have-Not's" or they can choose to battle to the death in a gladiatoral-lie arena. Kids give us a look at a horrifying world where very young kids become adults overnight and chaos ensues. Bitter Root returns with a new colume set in a new era, but with the same incredible storytelling we have come to expect from the series. The Lore War starts soon and the last Star Trek Defiant issue leading into it is a must-read for TNG fans with a fan-favorite character playing a major role. Stand Still comes to a satisfying conclusion as does Big Burn with both books making for excellent reads in their upcoming collected editions. Dust to Dust continues it's slow build with fantastic character work and You'll Do Bad Things is a compelling, if not mysterious, narrative with artwork that just oozes with style. Join us to hear about these books and more in this Indie Spotlight!
Jace talks about a few of the Indie books he got a chance to check out for the week of March 19, 2025. Power Fantasy continues to be one of the best comics out currently and it's latest issue introduces us to the final Superpower we haven't seen before, Eliza Hellhound. The debut of The Last Boy extrapolates the idea of Peter Pan as the boy who never wants to grow up to the extreme as it examines what happens when everyone around him has moved on and left him behind. Bug Wars #2 ramps up the action with some fantastic art and pacing, plus just wait until you see the bug version os Syd! The Deviant closing out in a satisfying manner, even considering the momentum it lost due to being so late. Rocketfellers is the perfect example of how to give a large case time to shine in each issue as the story moves forward, but never forgets to give some space to add development to each character. Gunslinger Spawn gets one step closer to the man he believe kidnapped his sister, but just how much will he be outnumbered by when he confronts him? Join us to hear about all these books and more, plus a rundown on other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of March 26, 2025. It's a big week with the debut of Absolute Martian Manhunter, a guest artist on Absolute Wonder Woman gives the book a very different feel from precious episodes and the James Gunn version of Peacemaker returns also. We also get two issues Harley Quinn, one from her regular series and also a one-shot special. Green Arrow and Green Lantern both continue their fantastic runs as does Justice League Unlimited which leads into an upcoming event. Black Canary ramps up the action in its penultimate issue with action that has to be seen to be believed. Hush returns to the pages of Batman in Hush 2 which we expect to be a big seller for DC. Join us to hear all about these titles and the rest of the week's releases.
Jace chats with Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta about the finale of the first arc of Absolute Batman. The smash hit that kicked off DC's Absolute line has been action-packed from the start and fans have been showing up in droves to experience this new version of one of DC's most iconic characters. The creative team talks about specific choices for some iconic scenes in this issue, plus some discussion of the series overall and hints of what's to come, so be sure to listen in!
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC comics for the week of March 19, 2025. We get the debut of Absolute Flash with a new version of Wally West, a new look for the rogues and a story kicking off with lots of mystery. The second issue of The Last Days of Lex Luthor continues the instantly classic feel of the relationship between Superman and Lex. Nightwing is absolutely action-packed as are New Gods, Challengers of the Unknown and Detective Comics. The first arc of Absolute Batman concludes with some incredibly powerful emotional beats and fantastic art, as well. Join us to hear about all these titles and more!
Jace and Rocky talk about a few of the indie titles they have had the chance to read for the week of March 12, 2025. We get a multilayered story filled with incredible depth in Assorted Crisis Events. Rogue Sun starts a brand new chapter with the perfect jumping on point, while String builds to an exciting finale in the penultimate issue. Void Rivals gives us the origin of the Sacred Ring in a very key issue. Flash is told of the fate of Dale Arden as he tries to find a way to reunite wiht her, while Simon Pure meets Annie Oakley in the pages of Red Coat. Bith Spawn and Geiger have incredible last page reveals that have to be seen to be believed. Join us to hear all about these books and a lot more!
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of March 12, 2025. It's a fantastic week with DC Vs Vampires going to war with Darkseid while Black Lightning looks to transition into a new role in the Power Company in the final issue of his mini-series. Aquaman runs into an old acquaintance but is she friend or foe? The mystery of Memento continues in Batman and Robin while a new version of Scarface emerges in Dark Patterns. Green Lantern Corps is wildly paced and packed full of action with fantastic art and Absolute Superman #5 gives us the final moments of Krypton in the Absolute Universe. Join us to hear about all these books and more.
Jace welcomes Paul Eza back to the show to talk about his Kickstarter campaign for The Olympian. When an ancient medallion hidden in his grandparents attic unleashes super powers on an unsuspecting young man, how will he cope with his newfound abilites? Against the backdrop of a small town, a close-knit family and even closer friends, will this new hero find a way to navigate this new life in secret or turn to those closest to him for help? Listen in for hints and to find out what rewards are available.
Jace welcomes Jason Aaron back to the show to chat about the reception for the Absolute Superman series so far, how the destruction of Krypton affects this version of Superman and his collaboration with Rafa Sandoval. By any metric the entire Absolute line from DC Comics and the All In era have been a great success and the care Jason is putting into crafting this Superman story is indicative of how much all the creators at DC are invested in these stories. Jason says he has long term plans and won't be leaving the books any time soon. Also, he mentions that all the creative teams for the Absolute books have started to discuss how and when this books will crossover. More exciting times are coming for DC Comics, so be sure to listen in and grab Absilute Superman when it drops Wednesday. March 12th!
Release Date - April 2, 2025 Final Order Cut-Off - March 10, 2025 Jace welcomes writer Ram V back to the show to talk about a slightly lesser known DC Hero, Resurrection Man. As his name implies, when Mitch Shelley dies, he is resurrected, which means he has lives thousands of lives, but he also comes returns with a new super power each time. He's back in his own series again with Ram taking on some pretty big questions that we can all relate to whether we are long lived or not. Join the guys for ths chat to learn about what will happen in the story and what some of those big questions are. What happens when Resurrection Man dies of old age? Will he be a master of time? How can any particular moment in your life have meaning when you have so many of those moments? With gorgeous art from Anand RK this story is going to attempt to answer some of those questions.
Jace and Rocky chat about a few of the indie titles they have read for the week of Martch 5, 2025. Knights vs Samurai takes a turn that adds a ton of complexity and storytelling layers and we love it! Sam and Twitch continues it's crime noir, police procedural feel with incredible art. Exit City comes to a close while teasing the upcoming Underworld Universe crossover event this summer. Juvenile may be employing some familiar tropes but the excellent art and likeable characters make it thoroughly enjoyable. Hyde St expertly mixes world-building with character work, when you add in spectacular detailed art you have a must-read. Finally, Tin Can Society builds on the amazing cliffhanger of last episode with an even more amazing ending in this issue. Join us to get our full thoughts on all this books!
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of March 5, 2025. We have an excellent issue of The Atom Project showcasing Captain Atom's heroism. Batman: Full Moon and Brids fo Prey ahve their est issues to date with BoP leaning into some excellent chracterizations for our heroines. Two-Face and JSA continue to ramp up the tensions in their respective storylines and we also get plenty of tension between Jay Nakamura and Dreamer in the debut of Secret Six. Shazam ends it's run focusing on family, while Poison Ivy discovers that families searching for a better life in Marshview may have had their dreams turn to nightmares. Finally Batgirl and Nice House By The Sea both showcase masterful chracterization for evolving characters leading to truly compelling stories. Join us to hear about all the DC titles this week!
Jace welcomes writer Jim Zub back to the show to talk about his Zoop campaign for Skullkickers. This was the first longform creator owned title Jim did at Image Comics. As Jim says in the episode, it is really the series that put him on the map as a writer and it holds a special place for him for that reason among others. It is a wildly fun and enteraning adventure inspired by beloved properties such as Dungeons & Dragons, Conan and Army of Darkness. Jim also chats about the possibility for new Skullkickers content in the future, why he chose Zoop and some of the rewards that are available. There's tons of info in this one, so be sure to listen in and go check out the campaign.
Jace is joined by writer Thomas Healy to talk about the upcoming Black Ritual: book of Nyx series set in the Spawn Universe. A fan favorite character who is currently the Queen of Hell. Thomas along with artist Nat Jones are exploring some fo the lost years of Nyx that haven't been explored or referenced in her numerous appearances in the Spawn Universe over the years. Thomas gives us some behind the scenes info on how the series came together and how much Nat Jones was a driving force for the return to this character's earlier days. Plus in his capacity as the Editor-In-Chief of the Spawn Universe Thomas is uniquely suited to talk about the universe overall and the intention they have with the various titles that come our on a monthly basis, as well as the forthcoming series that have been announced. There's tons of info on the Black Ritual: Book of Nyx and plenty of hints of what's to come for the Spawn Universe.
Jace and Rocky chat about some of the Indie titles they have read for the week of February 26, 2025. Radiant Black returns with a great jumping on point for new readers, but returning fans will have a lot to unpack also with consequences from the Catalyst War heavy on Marshall's mind. Also Department of Truth returns to its current day storyline with loyalties and motivations on the minds of, seemingly, everyone. Kill Train is back with its second issue and it is laugh-out-loud satirical fun. Seasons #2 gives us a glimpse into each sister and her specific demeanor, which sort of match up with their names. Dust to Dust continues to be the best illustrated book on the stands and the slow burn tension is still building. Vicarious comes to a satisfying conclusion while Pop Kill is just getting started. Join us to hear about these books and more!
Big week of DC Comics titles with 14 books releasing. It's aoverall a fantastivc week with Black Canary and Detective Comics as particular favorites. Justice League Unlimited, Green Lantern and Superman also are highlights. The guys also agree that Power Girl has one of it's best issues yet and Flash works for at least one of them. Little Batman is laugh out loud funny and they can't wait for it to come back. Join in to hear about all these titles and more.
Jace welcomes writer Matthew Rosenberg back to the show to chat about We're Taking Everyone Down With Us, his upcoming title from Image Comics. Somewhere between the smaller cast and grounded story of 4 Kids Walk Into a Bank and the fantastical setting of What's the Furthest Place From Here, you know you are going to get great characterization. Inspired in story and style a bit by spy films of the 60's, this story tells the tale of 13-year old Annalise who's left all alone in the world after he mad-scientist father is killed by a super-spy. Having only her dead father's robot bodyguard by her side Annalise has a chance to live a normal life for the first time. However, the desire to avenge the death of her father may take that chance away forever. Which path will she choose and just how will she enact her revenge if she chooses that path? Gotta read it to find out!
Jace chats with writer Jeff Lemire and artist Nick Robles about their upcoming title for the Absolute Universe line at DVC Comics, Absolute Flash. Jeff talks about getting a chance to crafat a new version of the Flash without the history which can, at times, be restricting. Likewise, Nick discusses the feeling that his art may not be best suited to a Flash book, but when he gets the chance to work on a new version of Wally West and lean into the emotions of the character, his art is, in fact, perfectly suited for this book. Plus hints of the rogues, and a tease for what's to come for young Wallace West as he comes to terms with his new abilities.
Jace and Rocky chat about a few of the indie titles for the week of February 19, 2025. G.I. Joe starts to gain some momentum and Star Trek continues its march toward the Lore War. The adventure of Flash Gordon continue to be incredible fun and the world of InBloom is creepier than ever. The top boosk of the week include the epitome of a western story in Deadly Tales of the Gunlslinger, the incredible horrific but gorgeously depicted techno-horror title w0rldtr33 and the equisitely layered and nuanced characterization and storytelling in Power Fantasy. Join us to hear about these titles and more.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics for the week of February 19, 2025. We get the end of the Jenny Sparks mini-series which divides the guys as one really likes it and the other definitely does not. The latest issue of Wonder Woman also has the guys on opposite sides as does New Gods but the latter makes both their top five rankings. They both lovedNightwing and Challengers of the Unknown though and the debut of Zatanna's latest series is also very well recieved. Join us to hear abotu all these books and more!
Jace is joined by artist Evan Cagle to chat about New Gods #3. The story is really gaining momentum with flashbacks into the distant past, adding context to current events as we see the alien Nyctari attack Apokolops, New Genesis and perhaps earth is next. Evan talks about the freedom in the character design of the aliens he designed and the legacy feel of working on Jack Kirby creations. He also mentions that when series writer Ram V first told him about the project, he wasn't sure he was right for it. If anyone has seen the first two issues, I think you will agree that it is great that Evan came around to finding his way on the project. There's some great conversation here, including the BIG logos we get for the characters so join us!
Jace and Rocky chat about a few of the independent titles they have read for the week of February 12, 2025. Bug Wars debuts with an incredible start mixing the idea of tiny hidden people with epic fantasy like game of thrones or Lord of the rings, a true Must-Read! Geiger continues to tell the at times very traumaticv story of its title character with incredible emotion and The Lucky Devils strikes a great balance of entertainment and bigger philosophical questions.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics for the week of February 12, 2025. Three different Batman books that are all wildly entertaining. Action Comics ramps up with its latest arc and Black Lightning is incredibly fast paced also. Meanwhile, the Green Lantern Corps is reasserting itself as the peacekeeping force in the universe. Join the guys to hear about all the DC books for the week.
Jace is joined by the co-creators of Adventureman, Matt Fraction and Terry Dodson to talk about the series overall and their plans for it's return with the fourth volume coming soon. A pulp inspired adventure story with a huge cast, Adventureman is a fan-favorite series with gorgeous art from Terry where he gets to cut loose and draw all the things he loves from archetechture to amazing costumes. Meanwhile, Matt welcomes the challenge of balancing a huge cast with ensuring all the characters have their moment to shine. It's clear from the joy infused in the story that the creative time is hacing a blast makign this book, which only increases it's readability and raises the entertainment level. This is a must-read series that wouldn't work the same in any other medium, it's a wonderful book to share with young readers and the new volume it the perfect place to jump on. Check out our chat with Matt and Terry and be sure to pre-order from your retailer today!
Jace is joined by writers Christopher Golden and Thomas Sneigoski to talk about the latest volume in the Frankenstein: New World setting. It's the far future of Mike Mignola's Hellboy Universe and a small remnant of mankind remains, surviving deep below earth's surface. With rumors that the old world above is uninhabitable Frankenstein, spurred by thte visions of a young girl, awakens after having slept for thousands of years. What will he and this young girl find on the surface above? Only time will tell, but as they begin to expore, searching for the source of the visions they are pursued by a malevelont enitity and confronted by an ancient evil that is both familair and new. Steeped with the same classic, mythological feel of all the stories in the Hellboy Universe, this is a must read for Hellboy and comic fans.
Jace and Rocky chat about three indie titles for the week of February 5, 2025. Grim is reaching new heights of character drama. Juvenile continues it's excellent premise and Rocketfellers is firing on all cylinders, Joi us for our thoughts on these titles and a run down on what other books you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of January 29, 2025. It is a small week with the fifth Wednesday of the month. We have two anthologies with the DC Valentine's Day special Lex and the City and the DC Power. Then the Superman: Lex Luthor Special and the latest issue of Green Lantern. While the anthologies don't feel that connected to current DC events, the Lex special and Green Lantern issues are very much building on recent events on their respective titles.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of January 29, 2025. It is a small week with the fifth Wednesday of the month. We have two anthologies with the DC Valentine's Day special Lex and the City and the DC Power. Then the Superman: Lex Luthor Special and the latest issue of Green Lantern. While the anthologies don't feel that connected to current DC events, the Lex special and Green Lantern issues are very much building on recent events on their respective titles.
Jace welcomes J.G Jones to the show to chat about his recently released title under the Giant Generator imprint at Image Comics, Dust to Dust. J.G. has been working on this story along with co-writer Phil Bram for over 10 years. Set during the Great Depression among the hopeless barren fields of Oklahoma, there is a killer stalking the deperate citizens of the Dust Bowl. J.G. is illustrating the tale beautifully with some of the best art of his career with minimal colors infusing the story with a sense of bleakness. The guys chat about the painstakign research J.G. has done to get the visuals right and also, how he and Bram dialed in the scripting to bring a sense of realism to the dialogue. The pacing is another aspect of the story that the two collaborators paid very close attention to as they slowly ramp up the action. There's a lot more to discover in this one, so be sure to pick up ths series that will run for 8 issues and let your retailer know that you want to pre-order!
Jace welcomes Kyle Higgins back to the show to chat about the new era of Radiant Black. Dubbed 'Rebuild" the story picks up about 5 months after the momentous events of the Catalyst War. Marshall is the one and only Radaint Black now with Nathan Burnett having decided to head back to California to pursue other opportunities. So great for Marshall now that he has full control of the Radiant all the time, right? Not so fast, the wreckage and devastation from the war remain and the consequences of that and how the public percieves Radiant Black may prove to be Marshall's toughest challenge yet. There's tons to unpack in issue #31 which returns Radiant Black to it's monthly schedule. Kyle teases what's to come with some details on a new villain, an upcoming crossover and a whole lot more. Join us to get all the details!
Jace welcomes writer Richard Ashley Hamilton back to the show to talk about Tectiv. Set in a post-post-apocalyptic Los Angeles, it's a book in Mad Cave's Maverick line, but it is definitely for all ages. Incredible layered storytelling offers a very entertaining read on the surface while just below are intriguing themes of self-identity, building a community and fears of what the future may hold. The main character Bingo Finder is the only literate person in her community, so when her best friend goes missing, inspired by the pulpy detective novels she has read, she throws on a Fedora and trench coat to become a Tectiv and goes in search of clues. Featuring luch art, wonderful linework and emotional character acting in the art from Marco Matrone this is a wonderful graphic novel that will make a compelling bed time read to share with young readers and foster a love of the medium. Highest possible recommendation.
Jace and Rocky chat about the Independent books for the week of January 22, 2024. It's an incredible week as the guys had a tough time narrowing down which boosk to talk about and then even a tougher time picking their respective Book of the Week. Life from DSTLRY continues to be equal parts disturbing, action-packed and thought provoking a must-read for sure! Hyde Street gives us a holiday tale we wish had been in time for Christmas, but that doesn't lessen it's impact or the brilliant way it contextualizes the residents of Hyde Street and hints at their motivations. Deadly Tales of the Gunsliger also hints at some origins and motivations and we are excited to learn more in this slow burn western with perfect art. Revolution ( and Hour of the Wolf both continue to build to the Mad Cave summer crossover. In Bloom nearly takes Rocky's pick for favorite title of the week with it's eerie story and creepy art. Tin Can Society comes for close as Jace's pick with an absolutely shocking final page. Ultimately, Rocky chooses Time Waits for it's relatively happy and emotional ending which celebrates a life well lived. Jace picks Vicarious, which very much fits into the theme this week of what it means to live a laugh, what gives life meaning and how it can be taken for granted. Just an incredible week of books. Join us to hear about these titles and more!
Jace talks about a few of the Indie books for the week of January 15, 2025. Finders/Keepers gives us a "reverse" Indiana Jones, who steals artifacts from museums and returns them to their rightful indigenous peoples, it's the latest entry into the Horizon Experiment. The first volume of Skin Police has a crazy ending and we can't wait for volume 2. Brood and Minor Arcana both continue their excellent narratives leaning heavily on expert characterization from their respective writers. You Won't Feel a Thing is an incredible debut focusing on a detective dealign with early onset dementia tryign to hold on long enough to catch the one serial killer that has eluded him his entire career and may be someone he grew up with.
Pretty big week of DC Comics titles and Rocky and Jace break them all down. With fourteen titles the guys have 3 overlaps in their top 5 and they have the same Book of the Week. You'll have to listen in to find out which books are which. Wonder Woman has some epic battles and art, while her Absolute version has what Jace thinks is the best issue yet. Little Batman is so much fun, it is a must-read for younger fans. The mystery in Detective Comics deepens, Black Canary is full of action, Superman fights side by side with Doomsday, wha? Green Arrow gets really street with gorgeous art and we love the direction the title is taking. Join us to hear about all these books and more!
Mark Waid is back! He stops by to talk about Justice League Unlimited #3 as a follow up to our conversation with him before the first issue dropped. Mark comments on the reveal for Airwave and whether even he kjnew that was coming when he was last on the show! That leads to a deeper discussion on his method of writing and how he keeps all the plates spinning, Plus some talk about the Inferno and what he can tease about them and how he loved getting a chance to writer Dr Occult who will have a big role soon. The guys also talk about the incredible artwork and colors from Dan Mora and Tamra Bonvillain, respectively. The last page cliffhanger is teased also. Be sure you are pre-ordering and reading every issue of Justice League Unlimited!
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of January 15, 2025. It's a big week with 13 titles dropping. The epic nature of the Jeremy Adams Green Lantern run continues to expand, while the stakes on the JL Watchtower are raised and we begin to question whether The Question can handle them. Nice House by the Sea and Batman and Robin Year One both give us more of the same from their respective series and that is excellent paced storytelling. We also love how Nightwing and Titans both are building and improving on the runs that came before. Meanwhile Challengers of the Unknown and The New Gods both feature an incredible balance of supernatural and human elements mixed with the old and the new.
Jace is joined by Jason Aarona and Mahmud Asrar to talk about Bug Wars. An eclectic mix of two of Jason's favorite types oif stories growing up, the hidden civilazations of "tiny people" who live at our feet. like The Littles or The Borrowers, and mythical fantasy. Joined by superstar artist Mahmud Asrar, these two creators are building an amazingly rich world that combines the best elements of both. Jason describes it as Honey, I Shrunk the Kids meets Game of Thrones. The guys discuss the first issue and the elements of bringing these two types of stories together and also some hints of how the main character goes from our world to the sprawling land of The Yard. With roots in Jason's childhood, from the stories he created in his own backyard as a child, to the amazing and inventive design work from Mahmud, this is an incredible story and a must-read debut issue. There's plenty more to the conversation so join us to learn more and pre-order the book now! Final Order Cut-Off is January 20th and Bug Wars hits comics shops on Feruary 12th.
Jace and Rocky chat about all the DC Comics titles dropping the week of January 8, 2025. Aquaman's debut is extremely intriguing and has a final page you have to see to believe. Absolute Batman #4 gives us a masterful story containing his Year One Origin perfectly. DC Vs Vampires has a very big bad show up, but whose side is he on? The father/son dynamics in Batman and Robin continue to be excellent as does the art and story in Batman: Dark Patterns.
Jeremy Adams returns to the show to tell us all about the upcoming Green Lantern: Fractured Spectrum Special and how it leads inot Green Lantern #19. Tons to talk about when it comes to other lanterns be they Green, Violet or any color of the Spectrum. Also what's up with the Guardians since they've returned and who is the big bad that is looking to take advantage of the wild Spectrum energy right now and fracture it completely? Oh and don't sleep on the secrets revealed about the Book of OA and how that may just change everything we know about the Spectrum.
Jace welcomes Scott Snyder back to the show to talk about Absolute Batman #4, with Nick Dragotta taking a break on the art, Gabriel Walta brings his unique style to the book to give us a very emotional story that covers the earliest days of this version of Batman. Scott talks about how Absolute Batman embodies the distrust of authority and anger we all may be feeling right now as we look at the world around us. Grounded in family and father/son relationships as well, we get to see a Bruce Wayne who grows throughout the story, but never stops fighting. It is a powerful story that sets up the end of the first arc, Zoo, coming with issues 5 & 6.
Jace runs solo on the Indie Spotlight for the week of January 8, 2025. With get an amazing issue of Geiger with gorgeous art as our hero struggles to contain his powers which seem to be spiraling out of control. The creative team behind 100 Bullets, Azzarello & Risso, continue their masterful western Blood Brothers Mother at DSTLRY. Plus the second chapter of Juvenile and the debut of The Lucky Devils. The latter from the creative team of Charles Soule and Ryan Browne is a must-read, wirh fantastic art, an interesting premises and loads of humanity.
It's a small week if indies to kick off 2025, but Rocky and Jace talk about a couple of books. Plus, we annouce the winners of the Global Comix contest! Email Jace at thecomicsourceblog@gmail.com if you won to claim your prize.
Jace and Rocky kick off the new year with the first of the DC Spotlights that will be released every week talkign about all the DC titles to hit comic shops. There are a lot of great titles to kick off the year with Two-Face giving a wonderful procedural feel and startign to show just how important Harvey Dent is to the White Church, the court of crime attempting to keep the peace in the Gotham underworld. The penultimate issue of this era of Batman brings back a fan favorite villain, but just how is is back and why, remains to be seen. We have a new era of Captain Atom, but the mystery of how he got his powers back after Absolute Power and what those powers might be, is yet to be revealed. We also have what may be the best issue of Absolute Superman so far and it is possible that this might be the best era of Superman, ever.
Jace and Rocky close out 2024 with the final week of indie titles. We get three books from ghost Machine with Geiger providing a bit of a Hulk vibe and Redcoat showing that Simon Pure is a character you can tell any type of story with. Hornsby & Halo's second issue shows that the story is much bigger than we first thought and Rocky chooses it as his book of the week. We get some spectacular art in Violator as it provides some alternate history. Speaking of history, Dust to Dust is set during the Great Depression with a serial killer loose in a small town. Join us to hear our thoughts on these titles and more.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the final week of 2024. It is a huge week with 17 titles hitting the stands but it is a bit underwhelming as we get the third issue of Gargoyle of Gotham with the book losing momentum because of such a long dealy between issues. The final issue of Batman Brave and the Bold is also a bit of a let down with a lack of memorable stories and Powergirl also continues to disappoint. On the other hand the debut of Metamorpho is very strong and the Phantom Zone story in Action Comics comes to a very satisfying conclusion. Justive League Unlimited also continues to be a must-read. Green Arrow, Superman, Batman The Last Halloween and Black Canary: Best of the Best round the impressive titles for the week.
Jace and Rocky chat about the year that was in DC Comics and give some stats on what made Picks of the Week. Also plenty of talk about the Superman trailer, what they thought worked and what didn't. Plus some goals for 2025. Plenty of random tangents in this one as the guys let the conversation take them where it will. We hope you enjoy it and Happy Holidays!
Jace welcomes the super-talented Scott Snyder back to the show, The guys chat about holiday plans, the Yankees and the upcoming Wytches animated series. Plus, comics, of course! Scott has had a tremendous amount of creator owned projects come out in the last few years and now he has returned to DC with Absolute Batman. The comics talk starts with By A Thread, a series Scott co-writes with his son, Jack. Also, the Eisner-award winning Barnstormers series with Tula Lotay is discussed. Canary, White Boat, Night of the Ghoul and tons more titles are touched on before finishing up with Absolute Batman. It's a fun time, so we hope you enjoy it!
We had a couple of creators forced to cancel on us due to some scheduling conflicts and family obligations. So to be sure we hit the full 12 episodes and have the chance to give away all 12 Global Comix codes for free subscriptions, we are representing this episde for 2021 spotlighting Klaus. This series from Grant Morrison and Dan Mora is probably the most action packed and fantastical series about Santa that is out there. Drawing on Santa Claus' wilder roots in Viking lore and Siberian shamanism-taking in the creepier side of Christmas, and characters like the sinister Krampus-Klaus is a "Santa Claus: Year One."
Jace is joined by Skylar Patridge to chat about her upcoming title from Image under the Horizon Experiment imprint, Finders/Keepers. It's an action-adventure story inspired by characters like Indiana Jones, only this time instead of finding relics to place in museums, Ines Guarua is stealing them from museums to return them to their native cultures. Skylar takes about respecting what museums do in preserving and honoring art, but that she along with co-creator/writer Vita Ayala, want to start a conversation about the ethical pitfalls that exist currently with removing artifacts from their indigenous people and possibly exploiting them.
Jace is joined by veteran comic creators Rick Remender and Paul Azaceta to talk all aboout their upcoming project from Image Comics under the Giant Generator imprint, The Seasons. Summer, Winter, Spring and Autumn are the Season Sisters and the daughters of the world famous Seasons Detectives. Ten years ago, their parents disappeared under mysterious circumstances which brought the girls closer together. They may need those close bonds more than ever though, as something sinister is coming. Rick and Paul talk about the feel of the story they want to tell and how they are bringing something new and exciting to the visuals for this book. It's clear from the art we have seen from Paul so far, their is an air of whimsy to the story that will, perhaps, balace out the more thrilling aspects of the story.
Jace is joined by award winning artist, painter and frequent cover artist for the New Yorker magazine Eric Drooker. Eric talks about Naked City, the third volume in his City graphic novel trilogy. Filled with relatable moments, it is the poignant story of three bohemians on the edge of the city struggling to answer the question: Is it possible to survive as an in the 21st century? Jace and Eric get into the character, motivations and perspective of the three main characters and also discuss how their struggles can relate to anyone trying to just survive in the modern world when so much wealth is in the hand of so few. The guys also talk about Eric's visual choices when it comes to the sequential art and letting the images carry the story with minimal dialogue. It's a fantastic discussion and an OGN you shouldn't miss.
Jace welcomes co-writers Ryan Parrott and John Ridley along with artist Mike Perkins to the show to chat about Justice League: The Atom Project. In the aftermath of Absolute Power, we already know that some people didn't get there powers back while others had their powers altered. Perhaps, of greater concent is the fact that many people, kids especially, who are unprepared to weild powers have found that they now posses dangerous abilities. It is up to the combined skills and brain power of the two superheroes who go by the monikor of Atom, Ray Palmer and Ryan Choi, to solve this mystery. Just how are they going to do this? Well they need someone to experiment on, enter the third Atom, Captain Atom. His powers have seemingly disappeared, but maybe not completely and how might the experiements change him? As the story unfolding in two seperate time frames showing Nathaniel Adam during the attempts to restore his powers and after something has gone horribly wrong. This story is sure to have major repercussions on Captain Atom and the entire DC Universe so be sure to pick it up.
Jace and Rocky review several independent titles for the week of December 18. 2024. Power Fantasy continues to be top-notch as does Tin Can Society, both are excellent examples of character pieces with the narratives driven by the interpersoanl relationships of the characters. Freddie the Fix is beautifully illustrated and harkens back to Old Hollywood in a lot of ways, Exit City and String from Mad Cave Studios are also continuing their compelling narratives and superb art while defining unique worlds and settings. Star trek is building towards the Lore War and Standstill reminds us of one of our facorite scenes from one of our favorite movies. Rocketfellers is an absolute joy and celebration of Christmas time and family, while Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger somehow exceeds the extremely high expectations we had for the series from the start.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of December 18, 2024. It's a huge week as we head into Christmas and the end of the year. The Plastic Man mini comes to an end, as do the All Winter and Hellblazer: Dead in America series all in a very satisfying fashion. We also get the debut of two new series with Challengers of the Unknown and New Gods, but starting. Catwoman and The Question both continue their quality storytelling and the Green Lantern/Green Arrow Special is a fun trip down memory lane. It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas in the Batman Santa Silent Knight Series, while the Titans series is giving us some team angst we haven't seen from these younger heroes in quite awhile. Nightwing, Jenny Sparks, Action Comics & Shadow Cabinet are also very good with some fun moments in each. The real highlights of the week though are Absolute Batman as it continues to push the envelope for an original take on, not just Batman, but Gotham City itself and Wonder Woman, as we get Detective Chimp channeling a certain beloved TV Detective.
Coming in 2025 we are ramping up the Ghost Machine coverage. We will start with some deep reviews for all the titles going page by page and talking about the story beats and themes. We kick it off with the first Ghost Machine release, Geiger. This title actually predates Ghost Machine as a company as was released under the Mad Ghost imprint. Jace is joined by co-host Cody, who is checking out these books for the first time, so join to see what't in store for 2025 with Ghost Machine. Plus we continue our Global Comix giveaways.
Jace is joined by writer Paul Tobin to talk about his series, String, from Mad Cave Studios. Starring a young woman who can see 'strings' that connect people who have been intimate or murdered and those they are about to kill. Yoon often works with the police to try and solve murders by following the black strings, but it's the blue strings that connect sexual partners that often have people feeling uncomfortable around her. Things are completely turned upside down in her life, when she wakes up one day to find a black string emanating from herself. Does this mean Yoon is about to kill or be killed? Either way, with the help of a reluctant police officer, Luke, she hopes to find the answer before it's too late.
Jace is joined by creator Reilly Brown and his son Will, to talk about their project Thunder Guardian. Created from an original idea by Will and illustrated by Reilly, Thunder guardian originally was published in a local newspaper in strip format. Reailly and Will have brought the story to Zoop collecting the strips so far and expanding on the story. Plus there are other great rewards in the campagin including commissions from Reilly and Will. Listen in for all the details and some talk about what the holiday season holds in store for Reilly, Will and their family. Plus our Global Comix giveaway.
Jace welcomes Jeremy Adams back to the show to kick off the 12 Days of the Comic Source for 2024. Jeremy has been building up the scope of his Green Lantern story since the beginning and it has hit all new levels with the end of the Civil Corp War, but that is just the beginning. The emotional spectrum is fractured and anyone can tap into those energies, even if they don't have a ring. Plus, there may be even more spectrums that were previously known about. With so much story coming, it was too much for one title, so Jeremy teases what's coming in Green Lantern Corps with co-writer Morgan Hampton. Meanwhile over in Aquaman, Jeremy is looking to establish more characterization for Arthur than the standard "stoic ruler from two worlds" that seems to be Aquaman's default, but don't worry, there will be plenty of action and wild ideas, like Aquaman in ... space?!?!?!
Jace and Rocky chat about some of their favorite indie titles for the week of December 11, 2024. Brood is an excellent addition to the Minor Threats universe drawing inspiration from stories like Succession and Royal Tenenbaums. Minor Arcana continues to be an intense character piece from Jeff Lemire who is a master of the craft. In Bloom introduces us to a world where mutation are desired and even considered beautiful, but be careful what you wish for. Doll Parts gives us an early look at the world of Lovesick and The City Beneath Her Feat is an absolute must-read mash up of 60 mod style and romantic crime-noir.
Jace and Rocky are back to chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of December 11, 2024. Batman Dark Patterns debuts by reminding people why he is called the World's Greatest Detective. We see how Lois gained her powers in the Superwoman Special, but only have hints as to whose powers they might be. Meanwhile, the betrayals in the world of vampires are coming fast and furious in World War V. We have the most realistic characterization yet of Bruce and Damian's relationship as it begins to mature while in the pages of Green Lantern the Civil Corp War is over, but an even bigger threat looms.
Jace welcomes creators Ryan Browne and Charles Soule back to the show to talk about their latest project together , The Lucky Devils. Following up on the heels of the wildly successful Eight Billion Genies, this time the guys are exporing a concept that might feel familier, the little devils who sit on our shoulders and try to tempt us in all sorts of ways. In a classid Soule/Browne twist, the guys are taking that oft-used idea and putting their own unique stamp on it by showing us how they devils live and strike to become successful in a socially stuctured of hell that is not so very different from the ideas of capitalism we are all familiar with. Add in some tropes about social media, influencers and the power of financial weatlth and you have the makings for something wildly fun, but also extremely relevant. Join us to learn all about it!
Jace welcomes Heath Corson back to the show to talk about his series set in the Minor Threats universe, Brood. Jordan Blum joins also as a first time guest and talks about the conception of the Minor Threats universe conceived by himself and Patton Oswalt. The guys get into the impetus of the Brood series and how it is partially inspired by Heath's own family life and childhood and the Wes Anderson cult classic The Royal Tennebaums. Telling the story of Napoleon Archimedes, one of the premiere villains in the world of Minor Threats and his children who he hopes will carry on his legacy. Unfortunately, they don't quite live up to his hopes or do they and Archimedes just can't see it. An incredible cast and superb characterizaion make this a worthy addition to the world of Minor Threats. Add in detailed art from I.N.J Culbard and you have a must-read series.
Jace and Rocky talk about a few of the independent titles out the week of December 4, 2024. It's a bit of a smaller week, but the guys talk about a few holiday specials, the second issue of Hour of the Wolf and the debut of a book that reminds of the incredibly popular Morning Glories. Plus Jace gives a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of December 4, 2024. it's a big week with the Lady Shiva/Batgirl relationship continuing to be explored. Meanwhile, in Birds of Prey Cass has an entirely different challenge to overcome and her teammates may not be able to help. Speaking of teams, the JSA are divided and under attack by the Injustice Society with things looking bleak, can they turn it around? Batman Silent Knight Returns and the Batman Smells Anthology both celebrate the holiday season. The main Batman title has the caped crusader discovering why Jim Gordon may be involved in Mayor Nakano's death, but whether he can convince others remains to be seen. Lil Batman prepares to ramp up the action next issue while Absolute Superman #2 is action-packed from start to finish with nearly the entire issue being narrated by Lois Lane. Join us to hear more about these titles plus a whole lot more.
Jace welcomes Jeremy Whitley back to the show to chat about The Cold Ever After. Set in a fantasy world rich with an Arthurian feel, there's plenty of romance, mystery and betrayal in this original graphic novel. Jeremy chats about some of the themes of duty, obligation and famil that he wanted to explore and how that contrasts with the ideas of love and sacrifice. The characterizations are rich and complex as well, which works perfectly with the clean art style of Megan Huang. Join us to learn all about the book.
Jim Krueger returns to the show to talk about his short story collection just in time for Christmas. A wonderful collection of holiday inspired stories that show trendous range from connections to holiday classic stories you know, such as A Christmas Carol and Rudolph, the red-nosed reindeer, to wholly original stories that capture the supernatural roots of the earliest origins of Christmas. Jim even includes a story inspired by the real life events of his mother in the aftermath of World War II. This is the perfect book to share with friends and family this holiday season and start a new tradition of sharing spooky holiday stories every holiday season.
Jace and Rocky chat about some of the independent comics for the week of November 27, 2024. tin Can Society continues to be absolutely excellent with some of the best and most realistic character work in comics currently. Hyde Street and Hornsby and Halo from Ghost Machine are both high quality and worthy of being picks of the week though they just got edged out. Star Trek: Defiant sets up more pieces for Lore War, coming next year while Grommets is heading towards it's series finale with plenty of emotion. Joun u as we talk about all these books and more.
Jace and Rocky spotlight their favorite DC Comics titles for the week of November 27, 2024. The second issue of Absolute Wonder Woman builds upon the debut with the introduction of Steve Trevor and even bigger monsters. Justice League Unlimited launches with an incredbiel balance of huge scope and intimate moments. Detective Comics has Bruce turning to Superman for advice on whether to attempt to turn back the clock. Superman is confronted by Doomsday, but we get more questions that answers about the future version of the villain and a glimpse of Superman possible loving control is also very interesting for what it might mean. Finally, Best of the Best, Black Canary offeres incredible character work and art from the creative team while delving into very interesting themes of legacy and what it means to be family.
Jace welcomes Todd McFarlane back tot he show to talk about his return to writing duties on the regualre Spawn series. They also discuss the other series of the Spawn Universe and how todd works to keep things fresh and encourages creators working on his books to try new things and mine fresh ideas. Plenty of talk about art as well with Todd specifically calling out the excellent work of Brett Booth and Patric Reynolds on Spawn and Deadly Tales of Gunslinger Spawn respectively. Plus, Todd give a bit of an overview of the very broad strokes of where Spawn has been in his run, from not wanting his powers, to being off the table for awhile, to coming back having learned how to "play the game." Pick up issue #350 to get an idea of where Spawn is now and how what happens in that issue informs the big change we see in issue #360. There's tons to unpack in this one, so join us!
Jace chats with Jimmy Palmiottis and Patric Reynolds about the upcoming series Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger Spawn. The guys chat about how they were recruited for the project and how excited they were from the start. Also, we get some clues about the plan for the Gunslinger Spawn series in terms of tone and pacing. There is also lots of talk about Patric's art and how he is approaching the project visually. Look for the first issue December 18th in comic shops everywhere.
Jace welcomes author Alex Segura back to the show to chat about Alter Ego. His latest novel, which he describes as a spiritual successor to Secret Identity, is a thriller set in the modern world of comics. Some familiar characters from Secret Identity are mentioned or even show up in some cases, but this is a standalone story. It's also notable that the commentary and viewpoints of the characters very accurately reflect the attitudes many creators have about the comic industry in real life. This authenticity, which was also present in Secret Identity and done equally as well. provides such a rich backdrop for the characters in the book and helps explain their motivations. Any long time comic reader will get a kick out of seeing some legendary creators and seminal comic book works being referenced. Check out the Amazon description of the book below and join us for the chat with Alex.
Annie Bustamante is a cultural force like none other: an acclaimed filmmaker, an author, a comic book artist known for one of the all time best superhero comics in recent memory. But she’s never been able to tackle her longtime favorite superhero, the Lethal Lynx. Only known to the most die-hard comics fans and long out of print, the rights were never available―until now. But Annie is skeptical of who is making the offer: Bert Carlyle's father started Triumph Comics, and has long claimed ownership of the Lynx. When she starts getting anonymous messages urging her not to trust anyone, Annie’s inner alarms go off. Even worse? Carlyle wants to pair her with a disgraced filmmaker for a desperate media play. Annie, who has been called a genius, a sell-out, a visionary, a hack, and everything else under the sun, is sick of the money grab. For the first time since she started reading a tattered copy of The Legendary Lynx #1 as a kid, she feels a pure, creative spark. The chance to tell a story her way. She's not about to let that go. Even if it means uncovering the dark truth about the character she loves.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of November 20, 2024. Dark Knights of Steel: Allwinter reaches a new high in terms of story as the penultiamte issue drops. Catwoman is on the prowl internationally, but she has many enemies looking for her, how will she survive. In the pages of Titans, the Clock King has leveled up, but it may take a team up for him to best the heroes. Wonder Woman spends time bonding with her newborn daughter as the rest of the Wonder girls take the fight to the Sovereign in an unexpected way. Meanwhile, on the JLU Watchtower, Rene Montoya is coming to terms with her new role as head of security when a hero is brutally murdered. It will be up to Rene to solve the case. Plus tons more DC titles from the latest week of the All in era.
Jace and Rocky chat about some of their favorite independent titles for the week of November 20, 2024. We get the debut of the family-centric, fast-paced and incredibly fun Rocketfellers from Ghost Machine. Also from Ghost Machine this week, the latest issue shows that although Teriq Geiger may be the most mutated survivor of the Unknown War, he may also be the most human in many ways. Speaking of being human, The Power Fantasy has an incredbile issue showcase just how tragically human, and thus flawed, the superpowered beings are in this story. Department of Truth also explores the idea of being human, but from the perspective of the expecations we can all put on one another and how harmful that can be. Ice Cream explored the world and the inherrent horrors we are responsible for that we are sometimes to blinded to see, or perhaps it is because these horrors have become ubiquitous. Standstill continues to pump out the action, but the latest issue takes some time to develop character as well when we get some clues as to why Ryker may be on his rampage. Join us to learn all bout these titles and more.
Jace is joined by writer/colorist Lee Loughridge and artist Andrew Robinson to chat about Standstill. An action-packed story with a main character who may or may not be a complete psychopath. Ryker has the ability to manipulate time and the question he is asking is, "If you could stop time, what WOULDN'T you do?". For Ryker that answer may be, not much as he tears through many people on his quest. The question we have to ask as readers, is what he is on a quest for. With issue #4 we may be starting to get some clues to answer that question. Meanwhile, the scientist who created the tech are searching for a way to stop Ryker. When you add in incredible cinematic work from Andrew Robinson, you have an incredible book visually that hits very hard from a pacing and narrative standpoint. Speaking of visuals, the book is almost exclusive laid out with double page spreads which only amplifies that widescreen feel of the action. HIGHEST POSSIBLE RECOMMENDATION!
Jace is joined by writer Thomas Krajewski to chat about his current series for Marvel, Marvel Zombies: Dawn of Decay. Thomas tells us about the origins of the project and the challenges of making a zombie story all age appropriate. The story itself features Groot and Hulk, two classic Marvel characters who are a bit of an odd couplewhen they team up to try and stop a zombie apocalypse. There's plenty of heart-felt moments and some relatable emotional beats as well, but the fun shines through on every page.
Jace welcomes veteran cartoonist Bob Fingerman to the show. Bob is an internationally published and critically acclaimed cartoonist whose work has been in everything from Mad Magazine to Heavy Metal to Marvel Comics to DC Comics and so much more. He joins the show to discuss his originally graphic novel, Printopia. Set in the very New York City neighborhood Bob himseld used to live in, it is an eclectic collections of stories about various creators striving to put out their work on the printed page. The passion they have for their evdeavors has them frequented a local printshop where we are introduced to this zany cast of characters. Darla, a creative in her own right, works at the shop and provides us with a look into the world of these creative souls with sarcasm and wit worthy of the best satirical wit. Add in Bob's gorgeuos linework and a limited color palette that brings each vignette to life in veisceral fashion and you have a book that is both timeless and relevant. Join us to learn more from Bob himself.
Jace welcomes writer Maytal Zchut to the show to discuss Ghost Machine and her debut comic, It Happened On Hyde Street: Devour. Maytal talks about the reception for Devour and her reaction when she found oiut the first printing had sold out. She also discuss the creative environment at Ghost Machine and how the entire Ghost Machine family is fostering and environment that inspires everyone to do their best work. The conversation then pivots to the story of Devour itself, which deals with themes of self-doubt, body image, and most of all, the inner demons we all battle at teimes. It is an incredibly relatable story especially in terms of how the persasive self-doubt can be inadvertanely passed down through generations.
Jace welcomes writers Jennifer Muro and Thomas Krajewski to the show. The co-creators and co-writers of Primer, they share their thoughts on authenticity in story. They talk about the importance of engaging young readers and their care when wrting about things that msy be challenging for young readers, like adoption. Also the gang chats about the incredible art of Gretel Lusky and what she brings to the project.
Jace chats with wrtier Ram V about his upcoming title for DC Comics, The New Gods. In the aftermath of the seeming death of Darkseid is it time for the New Gods to be replaced and usher in a new generation of Gods? Will Highfather allow this generation of gods to be swept aside? Has the first of a new generation of gods already been born on earth? So many questions are raised on the first issue of the epic story from Ram V. Following on the heels of the DC All In Special, Ram teases is that the New Gods title will be the place to find the answers, plus this story will explain how the Absolute Universe connects to the main universe ... eventually. In the meantime, expect a ton of action, plenty of family drama, as brother vs brother is teased in this first issue with Scott Free and Orion, seemingly destined to be on opposing sides as the action ramps up. When you add in the incredible interiors Evan Cagle is doing and you have, what feels like, a sure-fire hit.
Jace and Rocky chat about some of the independent titles for the week of November 13, 2024. String gives us a look inside the life of a young girl who can see attachments between those that have been intimate with each other or have or will murder someone, just as we as the readers are trying to decide if it is a gift or a curse, she sees a murder string connected to her! The second issue of The Big Burn continues the story of a professional crew trying to steal back their souls from the devil, but the heist may be over before it even gets started when the group is betrayed from within. The debut of Arcbound leans into some familiar science fiction tropes but it's full of action and fun with an infectious art style. Dark Empty Void ramps up both the mystery and the action, but the answers the team exploring the black hole are getting may not be the ones they want. Speaking of mysteries the detective duo in Huge Detective is discovering their mystery may go much deeper than expected, while the heist on the prison planet in Life has also hit a snag when that crew discovers just what has been done to the prisoners incarcerated there and the horror that comes with that discovery. Plus, the debut of G.I. Joe has a shocking final page that has to be seen to be believed. Join us as we talk about all these titles plus a whole lot more!
Jace and Rocky talk about an absolutely incredible week of DC Comics titles for November 13, 1024. Every title is awesome and the guys had a tough time picking their Books of the Week because everything was so good! Absolute Batman picks up right where #1 left off with tons of action and a reminder to leep movign forward it the face of adversity. Over in Black Lightning we get some of the aftermath of Absolute Power and it appears the Jefferson Pierce will be helping those with newfound or changed abilities and the person who needs his helps most may be much closer than he might hope. Gotham By Gaslight: The Kryptonian Age ends on a fantastic cliffhanger. we are just sad we will have to wait until next year to pick up the next part of the story. Batman: Dark Age comes to a conclusion in a surprising way which suits this very different take on Batman perfectly, while the character dynamic between Bruce and Damian is also explored in a different way in the pages of Batman and Robin. Superman continues to fight to get back to the present while being trapped in Krypton's past, but at least he is gaining a new perspective on his parents. In World War V, it feels more than ever like the world is winding down and if the remaining members of the human race and the vampired don't stop fighting soon, there may be nothing left to fight over. Finally, epic action, tons of characters and gorgeous artwork in Green Lantern continue to build to what feels like an immensely impactful cosmic story.
Jace welcomes Global Comix Founder & CEO Chris Carter to the show. Chris talks about the extensive work Global Comix has done behind the scenes to build an extensive catalog and ensure the user interface and reading experience is the best it can be. Chris also discusses the decision to use a subscription based model for GC and how the onbaording process when you create an account helps the system to make recommendations for titles you may enjoy. Plus, a walk through for how to publish your on comics on the platform and how they can be monetized. Join us for this look into the future of digital comics and how GC can be the modern day spinner rack for the comic industry.
Jace is joined by Chris Ryall from Syzygy Publishing to chat about the just released archival art book The Mighty Marvel Calendar Book: A Visual History. It's joins the previously published Origins of Marvel Comics by Stan Lee which is also a look bak in time at a specific period in Marvel Comics history, that itself was looking back on the earliest days of the Marvel Age of comics by reprinting the first appearance of iconic characters like Spider-Man, the Hulk, The Fantatic Four and more. Chris talks about the extras contained in this collection of calendars with never before seen unaltered artwork from legendary creators like Jack Kirby. It's a really fun trip down memory lane so be sure to listen in!
Jace chats with Steve McGarry and Luke McGarry about the Mullets collection. Steve created the strip back in 2003 with fellow cartoonist Rick Stromoski. The comic revolved around the characters Kevin and Scab, two dim-witted friends who shared a trailer and worked at a place called Mildew's Hardware Store, which was owned by Kevin's dad. The strip lasted for a little over a year, but had a cult following. For the first time the entire strip is beign collected, Plus, Luke McGarry creates a brand new Mullets story set in the present day that gives us an idea of what Kevin and Scab are up to now. Check out the campaign to see what options are available and join the campaign.
Jace welcomes Tom King and Ryan Sook to the show to chat about the upcoming Black Canary: Best of the Best. Tom talks about the birht of the project from conversations that are likely familiat to many comic fans, about who would beat who in a fight. Also, in his constant evolution as a writer where he is always searching for new ways to tell a story, he talks about the inherent challenges of having two competitors brawling but not speaking. He solves the problem in a unique way and tells us about that decision. The balance visually between the fight and emotiona relationship scenes was something that Ryan was very aware of and he talks about welcoming that challenge. Also for the first time in his career, he had the entire script for the series in hand before he ever started. This gave him the unique opportunity to visually pace the entire story in a way that isn't possible most of the time. Join us to hear all about the series and be sure to pick up issue #1 in comic shops November 27th. Final Order Cutoff for issue #2 is November 25th.
Jace and Rocky talk about a few of the independent titles for the week of November 6, 2024. The search for clones who can turn into psychopaths at any moment continues in Skin Police, but we meet the clone rebellion who have a much better way to deal with clones "poping". Exit City is the final entry into the Underworld Universe at Mad Cave and it might be the most compelling yet as we are introduced to a pair of detectives with very different tactics in dealing with crime in this futuristic setting. We are told the line between cops and criminals in Exit City is razor thin, we can't wait to see how that plays out. Something is Killing the Children gets a #0 issue that sets the groundwork for the first few arcs of the series that introduced Erica Slaughter. Finally, Kill All Immortals continues it's action-packed run with a shockign cliffhanger that you have to read to believe. The betrayal, emotion and consequences in this book are second to none!
Jace and Rocky take a deep dive into Absolute Superman #1 with a page by page breakdown. The creative team does an incredible job with a Superman who is incredibly true to the core of the characters but everything else feels very fresh. The isolated feel of Kal-El is so different from what we are used to, but makes so much sense with the version of Krypton we see in the first issue. When you couple that with incredible line and color work, you end up with an amazing start to this story. Whether it's the caste society of Krypton or the echoes of that we see in the small mining encampments of Brazil this version of Kal-El is pulling from the earliest days of Superman fighting for those too weak to fight for themselves. An amazing first installment and worthy of the hero that started it all.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics for the week of November 6, 2024. Batgirl returns to headlining her own title in a new #1 with great action. JSA also has a strong debut issue with a huge cast all getting a chance to shine. There is a stunning final page in Batman, as well as a great cliffhange in Action Comics. Birds of Prey has, what is arguably it's best issue to date and Posion Ivy continues it's excellent run, as well. There are plenty of other great titles this week also, but our choice for Book of the Week is an easy one. Absolute Superman is a masterclass in storytelling from both a narrative and visual standpoint. This is not only the best book of the week, but perhaps of the year. What an incredbile entry into the Absolute Universe. Listen in to get out thoughts in all the DC books this week.
Jace talks with writer Mark London and color artist David Baron about Exit City. This is the third and final title that fits into the Underworld Universe at Mad Cave Studios. The universe is so unique in that each title truly stands on it's own in terms of story and style, how they will come together remains to be seen. Exit City itself is part science fiction and part old school police procedural. We are introduced to Detectives McCormick and Miller who must work together to solve the mystery of a brutal accident, which may not be an accident at all. They come at the job from very different prospectives with very different methods, it will be interesting to see if they can get along, let alone work together.
Jace chats with Kami Garcia about her Teen Titans YA books and the upcoming addition to the series focusing on Starfire. Kami gives us her thoughts on the series overall and the origins of these more relatable versions of these beloved characters. She also talks about the relationships between the Titans, the idea of found family and the importance of readers seeing themselves in the heroes. Starfire is the final book focusing on a single character with the follow up bringing all the heroes together. Starfire is available everywhere beginning on November 5th.
Jace welcomes wrtier J.Holtham and cartoonist Micheal Lee Harris to the show to talk about their entry into the Horizon Experiment, Motherf*cking Monsters. The Horizon Experiement is a storytelling intiative that takes a familiar genre or storytelling trope and flips it on its head by swapping in diverse characters and ideas that fundementally change how the story unfolds. In this case, it is Evil Dead, but taking place at a college where a young black student is doing his best to fit in. J uses this setting to great effect bringing in ideas of black culture and relevent themes of race and self-identity. When you add in the kinetic art of Michael Lee, you have book that is full of energy and fun. Learn all about the series from the co-creators and pick it up when it hits comic shops.
Jace welcomes Mark Waid back to the show to talk about Justice League Unlimited. Mark talks about coming onto the project and bringing a similiar energy that he and Dan Mora had on World's Finest with bringing in many characters from DC's extensive history. He is always cognisant of keeping a balance between the big stars, some of the more complimentary characters and also some deeper cut characters. Specifically when it comes to the debut issue, Mark mentions using AirWave as a POV character and throwing in the curveballs that engage him as a writer and us as readers. The artistic collaboration with Dan Mora is a source of inspiration for Mark, as well as the amazing colors by Tamara Bonvillain. It's clear as Mark talks about this title, that it will be a core book for the DC All In era. Do you have to read everything? No, but you may want to when you read JLU and see the interesting hooks that reference what's happening to other characters in their own books.
Jace and Rocky chat about their favorite independent titles for the week of October 30, 2024. Ghost Machine is here with another two fantastic titles, the most heartfelt issue of Redcoat to date and perhaps of the entire Ghost Machine era. Meanwhile, Devour gives us a horrifying glkimpse into Hyde St that is that much more terrifying in it's realism. Meanwhile Knights vs Samurai continues the historical narrative with tons of bloody action and we get the second of the Underworld Universe titles from Mad Cave with Hour of the Wolf #1.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of October 30, 2024. It's a fifth week of releases for the month and that means a small week for DC, but we have some great titles out this week. Action Comics continues it's weekly release as the story ramps up and Superman finds himself in a very unexpected place by the end of the issue. We also celebrate the Penguin with a title reprinting some of his most iconic stories. Plus an amazing team-up between Swamp Thing and Poison Ivy.
Jace sits down with writer Garl Moloney and artist Daniel Romero at NYCC 2024 to talk about their series from Madcave Studios, When the Blood has Dried. A deeply emotional story about a woman who has tried to leave the blood-soaked adventure of her past behind, but when that past comes to the sleepy little town she now calls home, she may not be able to keep her secrets from spilling out. The guys chat about the evolution of the main character, Meabh, the richness of the supporting cast and Daniel's incredible visual storytelling at the climax of the story. Join us for the fun.
Jace is joined by Jackson Lanzing at NYCC 2024 to catch us up on what's been happening in Star Wars. The line has been a huge hit for IDW and rightfully so. The guys talk about how additive the series has been and how Jackson, along with his writing partner Colin Kelly, have been able to evolve some of our favorite characters beyond where we last saw them in their respective shows. Plus, Jackson previews the upcoming event Lore War, which has been building since the very beginning of this current run of Star Trek, He shares everything you need to know to jump on the event and see what Lora has in mind when remaking teality.
Jace chat with writer Dan DiDio at New York Comic Con about his Mad Cave series, Defenders of the Earth. Based on the hit cartoon that debuted in 1986, it follows some of the first characters to appear in comics and pulp magazines. What makes Defenders of the Earth special is that it brings in the next genreation as the children of Flash Gordon, Mandrake, The Phantom and Lothar join them in their adventures. Dan talks about exploring these characters and the challenge of writing such a large cast. The guys also discuss what artist Jim Calafiore is bringing to the series, Plus The Mets!
Jace is joined by Bryce Gold, Head of New Talent at DSTLRY and Sean Edgar, Senior Marketing Director at DSTLRY who are co-editors on the upcoming holiday offering from the award-winning publisher. In a very short time, DSTLRY has established itself as a publisher to watch both in terms of the plethora of very talented creators under their banner and the quality of the titles coming in print and digital. Specifically for this project, the diversity of creators is matched by the diversity of story which will celebrate the holiday season with stories rooted in science fiction, horror and fantasy. Leaning into the the earliest roots of the holiday and it folklore origins rather than a westernized view of Christmas allows the creators the creative freedome to tell tales about the the fellowship of the holidays, the darkest days of winter, or the winter soltice itself. Join us for this chat to learn about the project.
Jace welcomes Ringo and Emmy award winning cartoonist Dean Haspiel back to the show. Dean is running a Kickstarter to expand on the story of Chest Face, a charcter that made his 2023 debut in Spider-Squirrel & Trash Panda Titan-Sized Special! In addition to talking about the origins of this project, the guys dive into the personal feel of Dean's work and touch on all his previous Kickstarters that are available in this campaign. Plus, some talk about what makes the comics medium so special.
Jace is joined by writer Richard Ashkley Hamilton to chat about his series at Maverick, Scoop. Set in Miami, where Richard himself spent his chlldhood, Scoop tells the story of young Sophie Cooper as she interns at a local news station in the hopes of using it's resources to clear her father's name after he is wrongly accused of a crime he did not commit. The story packs a lot in its first two volumes, including some wild Science Fiction like time travel, extraterristrials and talkign aligator men. When you add in the culture and family from Sophie's Cuban heritage, a wonderful supportign cast and even a little teen romance, you have something truly special. Two more volumes of Scoop are due in 2025, so listen in, check out the first two volumes and get caught up before the rest of the story unfolds. Richard also gives us a sneak peek of his next project coming in December 2024, Tectiv. Also starring a teenage girl trying to make the world better, but this time in a post-post-apocalyptic world.
Jace and Rocky dive into a great week of independent books with another installement of the Horizon Experiment, this time it's the Sacred Damned focusing on an exorcist from Middle Eastern Culture. Also the fun and nostalgic Grommets continues with a wild party that gets out of hand, Rook Exodus concludes it's first arc and the feel of hte book shift slightly with seemingly embracing his role as a warden and committing to saving the planet Exodus. Meanwhile, Power Fantasy, the superb character drama that harkens back to the cold war with meta-powered beings as an analog for weapons of mass destruction shows some origins of those beings in it's thrid issue as well as showcasing a timeline for upcoming events. Standstill is as fast paced as ever with it's unique presentation of double page spreads for the entireity of the issue and we love the furiosu pace of the action contrasted with the slow-burn of the mystery that is being revealed. Also, Tin Can Society is unveiling a mystery of its own with great character work as well, with the once tightly knit eponymous group trying to learn to trust one another again. Join the guys as they talk about all these titles and more!
Jace and Rocky chat about the biggest week of the DC Comics All In Era yet as they tackle the books for the week of October 23, 2024. We get a glimpse into the gloomy world of Green Lantern Dark, while Hellblazer: Dead In America is dark in a enitrely drifferent way with the continued cynical look at America that has just one issue left. Batman Brave and the Bold has a heartwarming story that reminds us all of the impact of Alfred Pennyworth and a while new era of Detective Comics gets under way with an incredible debut issue for Tom Taylor. Green Arrow provides a bit of an epilogue for the Absolute Power Event while we see the ramifications of that event on the pages of Superman as Lois is displayign incredible powers as Superwoman, plus two amazing villains show up to challenge the Supercouple. Absolute Wonder Woman gets off to a somewhat slow start, but has some magical moments and great art that carry the book. Speaking of magic, the Zatanna Black Label book reaches its conclusion with her magic on full display. Join the guys as they talk about these titles plus a whole lot more, including NYCC DC News!
Jace and Rocky talk about some of the independents books for the week of October 16, 2024. We have the end of the Catalyst War in Radiant Black and it is just as action-packed and balanced with emotion as you would expect, an absolute amazing comic. Falling In Love On the Path to Hell continues to surprise with an interesting mix of emotion and action in it's own right. The new volume of Witchblade is also amazing as the creative team is managing to honor the classic origins and touch points of the character while introducing new ideas and concepts to make it feel llike something new. Destro is a fitting finale before leading into G.I. Joe and Vicarious is of to a fantastic start. Join us to hear about these books and more. Plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you may want to be on the lookout for!
We move to the third week of the DC Comics All In publishing initiative and the books continue to be great. Wonderful jumping on points for Titans and Catwoman. Green Lantern continues with tons of action and a classic feel, while the current era of Nightwing comes to a close in a hugely satisfying issue. Plus Batman and Robin Year One and Action Comics feel like timeless books that allow readers to jump on with no prior knowledge of what's been going on in the DCU. Join us to hear all about these books and more!
Jace is joined by writer Sabir Pirzada to talk about his Horizon Experiment book, The Sacred Damned. Drawing inspiration from some of his favorite horrow movies, including The Exorcist, Sabir has crafted a tale focused on a Muslim exorcist who looks at the spirit world quite differently that characters with Western origins. Sabir talks about the relationship that middle eastern cultures have with the supernatural and that may influence how they deal with the occult, add in excellent artwork from Michael Walsh
Jace chats with the creative team for Heebie Jeebies a young reader title with a spooky story just in time for Halloween. The team chats about the art style which perfectly suits the story they wanted to tell. Plus the relevant themes fo the book whuch speak to readers of all ages, but especially readers the same age as the main characters of Blue and Herchel as they navigate the 5th grade. There's a lot ot love about this timeless story so join us for the conversation.
Jace and Rocky are back to chat about some of the independent titles for the week of October 9, 2024. We get a second printing of the first issue of Life from DSTLRY and #1 hits stands as well, action packed with an intriguing heist story set on a planet where life sentences are taken very literally, the story is told from two very different perspectives. Meanwhile, the Scarlett mini-series finishes up and it feels like her story will continue in the pages of G.I. Joe. Geiger gives us a set up issue as the forces of Vegas still are in pursuit of the titular character. Minor Arcana continues to showcase the excellent character work of Jeff Lemire, while Chip Zdarksy is also providing excellent character interplay in his very meta title Public Domain.
Jace is joined by writer Jeff Lemire to talk about his plans for th eupcoming JSA title. The most recent JSA series nonwithstanding, as it was plagued by delays, this will be the first time since pre-New 52 that the JSA takes a prominent role in the DCU. Hear what Jeff has to say about making sure the JSA feels like an important part of the new All In Era. Also find out which character surpised Jeff and has taken a more prominent role. Plus Jeff explains why he chose the Injustice Society as the first villains for the venerable team to take on. All this plus a whole lot more!
Jace is joined by father and son co-writers Andrea Molinari and roberto Molinari to talk about The Shepherd. An intensely personal story about family and the lengths one will go to in order to stay connected to those we love. They have built an incredibley immersive world that lends itself to an incredible amount of potential for stories. Beyond the theme of family, there is are many other intersting aspects to the stories such as self-identity, history and dealig with trauma. Join us to learn all bout it and be sure to check out the Kickstarter.
Jace is joined by Rocky from Comic Boom! to chat about some of their favorite independent comics for the week of October 2, 2024. They cover titles from Image, Boom and Oni while discussing the overall excitement that the stories in independent titles are generating which seems to be out pacing the books from the big two.
ace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube Channel take a deep dive into the DC All In Special #1. This is a monumental book full of action and long term consequences for the enitre DC Universe. Find out how the Absoilute Universe is formed! Discover Darkseid's new powers! Find out which hero may be lost in a new unvirse! Who are Darkseid's new army? We have all the answers, plus tons of speculation for the future.
Jace is joined by Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel to talk about some of the previous DC titles, events and storylines that help to inform the DC All In Special and what's to come for the venerable superhero universe. The guys also talk about some concepts and characters that will be emphasied in the DC Universe going forward, plus a little bit about the concepts you will see in the special itself and how and why they happen. The All In Era of DC is upon us and so much of what DVC has planned is amazing, fidn out what you need to know to be up to speed on this storyline as weill as future events and developments for your favorite DC characters. Plus, the guys even speculate on what they expect to see.
Jace welcomes CEO and Chief Creative Officer of Mad Cave Studios, Mark London to the show. Mark founded Mad Cave ten years ago with several titles he himself was writing. Battlecats was one of them and to help celebrate the 10th anniversary, there is currently a Kickstarter for the Battlecats Omnibus, so be sure to check that out! Mark also talks about the challenges of his expanded role as he has gone from creator to executive as Mad Cave has grown. When you hear Mark talk about comics and story, you know that his heart is still in the creative side though. Which makes the growth and business acumen Mad Cave has displayed in recent years only more impressive. They are growing on several fronts and Mark tells us all about the exciting things to come. There's plenty of talk about the origins of Battlecats also and what you can expect in the Kickstarter as well as a rundown of the publishing history for this incredible, medieval, Arthurian-inspired, action-packed world Mark, series artist Michael Camelo and his other collaborators have crafted.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of September 25, 2024. It's the final week before the All In initiative starts and the feeling of lame duck stories continues as several titles limp to the end of the current story arcs. Some other titles surprise though and there is a ton of talk in this episode about the current philosphy of comic book covers, Amanda Waller and Christopher Reeve's Superman. Join us for a giant-sized episode.
Jace welcomes writer Josepn Sieracki to the show to talk about the Zoop campaign for the collected edition of The Life and Death of the Brave Captain Suave. Inspired by the classic novel Don Quixote, this story focuses on a homeless man who exhibits relentless hope despite mental health challenges that impact they way he percieves reality. The story is set in Cleveland which becomes a character unto itself and adds to the interesting roster of supporting characters in the story.
Jace chats with Director Remsy Atassi and Executive Producer Sal Abbinanti about their documentary showcasing the legendary comic book series Kingdom Come. Written by Mark Waid and fully painted by Alex Ross, this groudbreaking story, first released in 1996, was so impactful it influenced a whole generation of future comic book creators. In this film, you will hear bith Ross and Waid talk about the development of the story, as well as, some behind the scenes moments that led to it's remarkable staying power. Also, veteran comic creators, comics journalists and even fans, give their thoughts on Kingdom Come and the impact it had and continues to have on pop culture.
Jace welcomes writer Pornsak Pichetshote back to the show and artist Terry Dodson is joining us for the first time. The guys are here to chat about The Manchurian, the first of the Horizon Experiment books. The imprint is the brainchild of Pornsak wherein he has recruited writers to take some classic tropes in comics in storytelling and reimagine them with different main characters from diverse backgrounds. Specifically for The Manchurian this means taking the classic idea of James Bond and flipping it around to feature a Chinese spy and showcase the difference between western and eastern spycraft. We get to hear about the impetus of the project and how Terry came on board plus what he enjoys most about drawing something so grounded in the real world. Pornsak also lets us know about the other upcoming Horizon Experiment stories and creative teams.
The digital collecting space is just beginning to take hold and the crossover with physical collectible is just starting. How can you learn more? Tune into Comics and Crypto to learn about the latest trends and what is being offered. Plus what is the difference between owning a digital comic versus having it accessible on a digital reading platform like Comixology? The digital space for collectible is growing quickly and there is so much to learn. So join us as we chat with Spencer and Sean from Comic and Crypto and get the scoop!
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics releases for the week of September 18, 2024. It's a bit of a strange time with so much focus on the upcoming All In initiative, the Absolute Universe and all the new story arcs and creators that are about to make their mark on DC. That being said, there are plenty of great books this week and some we can't wait for a return to regular stories after the end of the Absolute Power crossover.
Jace chats with writer Marc Andreyko and artist Piotr Kowalski about the Violator: Origin series launching Septermber 18, 2024. Set in the greater Spawn Universe this is a series narrated by the Violator himself, so you are never quite sure what is true and what is not. The guys talk about the incredible art from Piotr both in the action and character scenes. Piotr also talks about how he lays out the panels and always tries to add detail in the background to provide realism. Join us to hear about the series and what's to come for this fan favorite Spawn character.
Jace chats with creators J.T. Krul and Freddie Williams II about their run on Captain Atom for The New 52. Starting with an interesting prompt for DC comics on how to approach the character, J.T. and Freddie gave us an incredible foundation for the character that is criminally underrated. Also the guys chat about the creative process and collaboration that was a new way of doing things for both of them and it led to the singular vision for the character that we have in this run. We actually have not seen a lot of Captain Atom since this run and it is hugely disappointing that this take on the character wasn't built upon more. Get some behind the scenes information on how the story was built and some ideas that didn't make it into the back as we look back on one of the best titles from The New 52, that no one talks about.
Jace chats with writer Alex Wilson about the third issue of Starweed. The title has all three issues available on Kickstarter telling the wild story of a world where the remains of dead celebrities are a desireable commodity to smoke! We follow the crew that steals the bodies, from their initial prison break to their heists of the bodies. The guys chat about the origins of the project and how the story was developed. Join us for the chat and be sure you go check out the campaign.
Jace chats with the co-producers/co-showrunners of the Lego Star Was: Rebuild the Galaxy special from Lucasfilm and Disney+. Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit give us their take on how Lego and Star Wars are a natural fit, especially for this story which offers a look at a new Star Wars Universe where the events you know may not have happened the way you remember. Plus we meet several new characters while characters we know are presented in a new way. Dan and Benjo also talk about the bkance of creating a show for new fans of Star Wars while having plenty of reference for long-time fans and how similar that is to appealing to younger and older viewers. Join us for this fun conversation.
Jace welcomes writer Zack Kaplan back to the show to talk about his new series from Mad Cave, Dark Empty Void, The guys dive deep into the synergy of the story that focuses on a psychologist brouight into the solve the mystery of a woman who emerges from an experimental black hole. There are a lot of parallels to be explored and Zack discusses that as well as the structure of the story and characterization that allows for the greatest relatability. Also, Zack's recently concluded story Beyond Real, is now out in a collected edition and Zack talks about how it is his homage to creators and the act of creating. Exploring the classic science fiction concept of life as a simulation, but not a computerized "matrix" version, but a version inspired by the act of creating which led him to draft 7 distinct and different artists for the project. Ambitious visually as well as naratively, the story is extremely thought-provoking as it follows a visual artist through her journey to find the source of the simulation all the while fighting against the doubts and self-sabotage she has fought all her life. There is tons of great conversation in this one, so join us!
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of September 11, 2024. Primer comes to a conclusion for it's second volume with the same high-quality storytelling we have had thoughout the series, DC Vs Vampires confirms the shocking death we saw in the last issue is indeed permanent, while Green Lantern is wall-to-wall action. Batman '89 returns with it's engaging story but lateness has robbed the title of it's momentum. Gotham By Gaslight: The Kryptonian Age explodes with expansion as the world being crafted has hints of the familiar but with all new concepts.
Jace is joined by writer Jeremy Whitley to talk about his YA Graphic Novel from the Mad Cave Studios imprint, Maverick. The story of two girls who have newly moved to North Carolina and meet on the first day of school. Both have various challenges from tehir past they are dealing with, but through discovering a love of an unfinished Manga that they both never finished ad friendship blossoms. Could there be more than just a friendship coming? You will have to read to find out. Wonderful characterization from Jeremy Whitley and gorgeous art from Cassio Ribeiro give a realsim to this touching story. We recommend it highly.
Jace welcomes the legendary writer Jeph Loeb to the show to talk about The Last Halloween. Jeph tells the touching story of reviving this project that he originally conceived with long-time collaborator, the late Tim Sale. Deciding that if he couldn't make this series with Tim, he would make it for Tim and his choice of how to handle the art is truly amazing. You can hear the passion Jeph has for this project and they excitement is very real. We can think of no more touching tribute to the legacy of Tim Sale. There are a few hints about the story and some talk of what made the predecessor of the story, The Long Halloween, so special. Join us for all the deatils and pre-order The Last Halloween.
Jace welcomes writer Adam Rose t the show to talk about his series from Titan Comics, Huge Detective. Set in a world where an entirely different species has emerged from hiding. The Huge, as they are known, are humanid in appearence but much larger than humans and that isn't the only difference. After initial conflict an uneasy co-existence is established with both races realizing a prolonged conflict will only harm the planet and both humans and Huge. In this strange new status quo, Huge Detective tells the story of a human and Huge detective who are attempting to solve a murder. Drawing inspiration from classic crime noir and fantastical stories like BFG, this is a great series to dive into.
Jace welcomes writer Mark Bertolini to the show to talk about the Zoop campaign for his title Breakneck. Taking inspiration from The Authority and telling a subversive super hero story mcuh like The Boys, Breakneck is a story of the last villain in a world where the heroes have effectively wiped them out. The heroes are quite the role models they appear to be and as the story ramps up the villain comes to realize this. The series is paced entremeely well with visceral, stylized art. Listen in for the details and go join the campaign.
Jace welcomes writer Rich Douek back to the show to talk about A Phone Call Away. A true crime thriller from Mad Cave Studios showcasing a family, the Walkers, that suffered the tragedy of having a daughter kidnapped, but eventually turned their advocay for other missing children into a successful social media career complete with a reality TV show. When their second daughter is kidnapped 14 years later, it leads to stunning revelations about the Walkers and the truth about their first daughter. Jace and Rich talk about the nature of what makes true crime so compelling and how it influenced this book. Also, they discuss the structure of this story, how it was best suited to be told in one complete volume and the great experience he has had working with Mad Cave.
Jace quizes Rocky about his thoughts on last week's books. Then the guys dive into the DC titles for the week of September 4, 2024. Plenty of Absolute Power talk, the Penguin mini accomplished what it set out to do and ends on a high note. Plastic Man leans towards tradgedy and if anyone is still reading Justice Society, there is only one issue left. Hear about these books plus a whole lot more.
Jace welcomes Joe Harris to the show to chat about the Zoop campaign for Great Pacific. A somewhat prescient tale about a priveleged heir to an oil fortune who has other ideas for how to make an impact in the world. Set in the stranger-than-fiction real life Great Pacific Garbage Patch, this fast-paced story has tons of twists and turns and is a real page-turner. The main character has so much nuance and the supporting cast are diverse and richky detailed in their own right, as is the world they inhabit. An absolute must-read.
Jace covers the DC Comics titles for the week of August 28, 2024 solo with Rocky on vacation. We get the penultimate issue of Ram V's Detective Comics run and it is really starting to come together. Amanda Waller's true colors are once again shown in Absolute Power Origins while the other event tie-in books this week are filled with action. Two very different takes on Batman in Off World and Dark Age show the versatility of the character and incredible art in both titles. Finally the 30th anniversary of Zero Hour is a worthy addition to that classic story with some fantastic art callign back to the era of the 90's. Join us as we chat about these books and more in this episode!
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of August 20, 2024. We get the start of a Jenny Sparks Black Label book where she takes no prisoners right form the start, but he choice of villain may be surprising. Meanwhile, the action ramps up in Titans to the point it might be the best issue of the eniter series so far, while the action in Dark Knights of Steel: Al Winter is just about all there is to that issue. John Stewart ends his series on a high note by showing off an ability that has the potential to change everything while Superman shows why he is a hero even without his powers. Join us as we talk about all these titles and more.
Jace talks to Joshua Viola co-owner of BitBot media and co-writer of the forthcoming Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver - The Dead Shall Rise prequel graphic noveil. It has been decades since any new Soul Reaver content has been released. No Joshua along with co-writer Angie Hodapp and artist Juan Samu are bring a prequel story to life featuring the fan-favorite character Raziel. Focusing on bridging the gam between the Blood Omen and Soul Reaver video games, this new story will explore parts of the lore of this very popular video game series that have never been touched on before. Also, to help celebrate the 25th anniversary of the original games release there are some exclusive items you can only get in this campaign. Tons of amazing apparel, so you can show off your love of the franchise, masks, weapons and the chance to be immortalized in the story are all available so be sure to join us as Josh tells us all about it and check out the campaign!
Jace is joined by writer Sean Wood to chat about his campaign for The Fog Within #3. It's Sean's first comic work and he chats about the impetus of the story and they inspiration for the story. The guys also talk a bit about the theme of family that runs throughout the title.
Jace and Rocky discuss the DC solicitations for November 2024. It starts off with the nature of solicitations themselves and how they are a double edge sword and a bit of a necessary evil. With the All In initiative, there are several new series that have been revealed along with their creative teams. From the return of the Justice League in Justice League Unlimited to solo series for several well known DC characters. The new series for solo characters include, Black Canary, Cassandra Cain Batgirl, Renee Montoya Question, Black Lightning. Plus DC is bringing back a weekly Holiday series leading up to Christmas with Batman - Santa Claus: Silent Knight Returns. However, the BIGGEST surprise in the solicitations may be the reveal of the death or a major DC villain. Listen in to find out who it is and hear what the guys have to say about all these series plus a whole lot more.
Jace chats with writer/producer/director Steven S. DeKnight about his Comixology Original Graphic Novel, Beneath. Steven is a very talented story teller who has worked on genre defining shows such as Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Angel and Smallville. He is the creator of the Starz show Spartacus, where he also served as showrunner. His experience working with superheroes also extends to serving as showrunner for Daredevil. He has written several comics before such as Buffy and Conan as well as Wolverine, but this is the first time he is venturing into an original story. The result, with incredible art from Michael Gaydos, is a compelling page turner that has multiple layers of action and character. It gets our highest recommendation. So join us to hear about how the project came to life for Steven over a number of years and what he loves about the freedom of storytelling in comics.
Jace chats with the super talented Bill Morrison about his Zoop campaign for The Complete Adventures of Roswell, Little Green Man. You may know Bill's work from the longest running TV series of all-time, The Simpsons. He also had a hand in the creation and production of Futurama, and served as creative director for Bongo comics. It was during his time at Bongo that he created the series Roswell. A timeless series about the original Roswell alien who survived the crash, it is a humorous fish-out-of-water title with wacky supporting characters and classic art from Bill himself. For the first time ever, all the previous Roswell issues are being collected in one volume with some never before seen art from Bill and other artists. There are also some very rare Roswell and Futurama items available. So listen in to learn more about the campaign and go pledge to get your copy!
Recently announced by DC Comics, Tom King is teaming up with superstar artist Ryan Sook on a six-issue mini series focused on Black Canary to determine who is the best hand to hand fighter in the DC Universe. From the press release below we can see that her primary foe will be Lady Shiva. It comes as no surprise that Shiva will be the antagonist as she has long been regarded as one of the best fighters in the entirety of the DC Universe. Black Canary on the other hand, is not generally in the top five most formidable fighters if you ask most DC fans. Perhaps if you are only talking about females, her name might be mentioned. I think most DC fans familiar with these characters are much more likely to mention Cassandra Cain or the aforementioned Lady Shiva. The question does remain however, if the assertion of Canary as one of the best hand to hand fighters generates controversy, this series may not be as well-received as some of King's previous out of continuity work. As the saying goes, there is no such thing as bad press, so it is entirely possible that any online discourse about presenting Canary as possible the most formidable fight in the DCU rivaling Lady Shiva, will only have a positive effect on sales. There may be people that pick up the series just to see how the claim that Canary could best Shiva could possible me true. Only time will tell and you can decide for yourself starting on November 27th, when issue #1 hits comic shops.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC titles for the week of August 13, 2024 Action Comics lives up to the action with an all out action-packed issue, while Hal uses every weapon in the book except his ring as he tries to escape from Amanda Waller. Will the weapons he escapes with allow the heroes to fight back effectively against Waller? The Gotham By Gaslight: The Kryptonian Age series is turning out to be a much bigger story thant you might expect, but the world building that is being done is top notch. We also have the return of DC vs Vampires, Damian Wayne vs Bane and Outsiders is setting up for a big finale. Join us for our thoughts on these books and more!
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC titles for the week of August 13, 2024 Action Comics lives up to the action with an all out action-packed issue, while Hal uses every weapon in the book except his ring as he tries to escape from Amanda Waller. Will the weapons he escapes with allow the heroes to fight back effectively against Waller? The Gotham By Gaslight: The Kryptonian Age series is turning out to be a much bigger story thant you might expect, but the world building that is being done is top notch. We also have the return of DC vs Vampires, Damian Wayne vs Bane and Outsiders is setting up for a big finale. Join us for our thoughts on these books and more!
Jace chats with the co-writers and co-creators of Ramgod from Massive Publishing. Brothers Morgan Rosenblum and Owen Rosenblum give us an overview of the world of Ramgod. The titular sport in the title is, in fact, the world's most dangerous sport and a second chance at athletic stardom for cop, Clint Bowler. it is also a way to finally connect with his estranges son, Malcolm. However, all is not as it seems in the world of Ramgod as conspiracies abound and some teams may be doing more than just competing against the other teams. There's tons of action and layered storytelling in this series so don't miss it!
Jace is joined by writer Matthew Rosenberg for a chat about DC vs Vampires: World War V. The big battle has been fought ... and the world lost. Now in the midst of a cold war with an uneasy truce, where does the conflict go from here? With Damian Wayne making his own plans and seeming to want to be on neither side, the stage is set for the end of the human race. Can the remaining DC Superheroes somehow bring humanity back from the brink?
Jace chats with writer Tom Taylor about his upcoming Detective Comics run this October for DC All In. We learn that there is something "integral" about Batman that ties into his origin that Tom will explore. It's always a challenge to go back and add to an origin so many years later, but Taylor seems confident that he has found something additive to bring to the story that will also tie into the present day story of who is killing young criminals in Gotham City. When it comes to writing Batman, Taylor explains how every story that has Batman in it, tends to gravitate towards the character, which is interesting as he is one of the few characters that seems to have his own "storytelling gravity." Do you agree? Listen in and give us your thoughts!
Ram V sits down with Jace at SDCC 2024 and talks about how personal the Fourth World story he's crafting will be. Also Ram mentions how his Fourth World story will be the most connected this corner of the DC Universe has ever been to the main continuity of the DCU. A mystery villain coupled with familiar DC characters in addition to the New Gods, this is as excited as we have ever been for a Fourth World series!
Jace chats with Nicole Maines at SDCC 2024 about Mark Waid calling her out on a panel by wondering out loud how she "got so damn good so fast!" They also talk about Dreamer's role in Absolute Power and the similarities Dreamer shares with Jon Kent.
Jace sat down with Mark Waid at SDCC 2024 to talk about his upcoming weekly run on Action Comics. Also the long-awaited return of the Justice League, including the Watch Tower satellite, raises the question of who is on the team. Maybe the better question is, who isn't on the team. Mark also touches on the Absolute Power event and his excitement to be teaming up with artist Chris Samnee again to tell a story set during the earliest days of Batman and Robin's partnership.
Jace had a chance to sit down with G. Willow Wilson at SDCC 2024 and chat about all things Poison Ivy. From her somewhat two-dimensional roots as a character to perhaps the most relevant mission of any DC character with the current state of the natural world and climate shift, it's clear that G. Willow has a unique handle on Pamela. With so many different versions over the years, the challenge for G. Willow has been trying to bring all those iterations together to tell one cohesive narrative. If you've been reading Poison Ivy, you know that G. Willow has been very successful elevating Poison Ivy in the modern DCU.
Jace chats with co-creator of the Winds of Numa Sera, Morgan Rosenblum about the Kickstarter campaign for the board game based on the Dark Horse Original Graphic Novel. Morgan chats about the various iterations of the game as it has gone through development. He explains the multiple win conditions and other attributes of the game that make it infinitely replayable. Plus, he shows off some of the special items that you can only get with the Kickstarter version of the game. The funding goal has been met, so bid with confidence knowing that you will have a great game to play with family and friends over and over.
Jace sits down with MMA World Champion Ronda Rousey, veteran comic artist Mike Deodato and AWA Studios Chief Creative Officer Axel Alonso at SDCC 2024 to talk about the Kickstart Campaign for Expecting The Unexpected. Ronda talks about her journey to becoming a writer while Deodato talks about the collaboration that works specifically for this project. Alonso mentions how impressed he was with the story right from the start which he first learned about at SDCC 2023.
Jace chats with AWA Studios Chief Creative Officer Axel Alonso about the Kickstart Campaign for Expecting The Unexpected from MMA legend Ronda Rousey and veteran comic book artist Mike Deodato Jr. It's a wild action-packed story of an assassin on the run who finds herself unexpectedly pregnant and wonders how she will go from taking life to bringing new life into the world. A deeply personal story from Rousey, this is her debut graphic novel and from the intriguing premise to the ultra-realistic fight scenes, this is a must-read. Learn more about the project from Axel and be sure to check out the campaign on Kickstarter.
We had the pleasure of sitting down and chatting with Joshua Dysart and Tomas Giorello as Bad Idea HQ during San Diego Comic Con 2024. There was plenty of talk about Odinn's Eye and how the collaborative nature of the project elevated the work from both creators. Also some hints at a possible sequel. Plus Tomas chats a bit about the upcoming Planet Death project he is working on for the publisher and Joshua teases his next project with art from David Lapham, Habitat.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of August 7, 2024. It's not the best week with some titles leaning towards underwhelming, but the Absolute Power event marches on with tons of action. Plus Batman and Catwoman are trying to pull off a heist with huge stakes and things go about as badly as they could. We get the end of the Zod and Beetle titles, and the launch of a new Gotham City Sirens. Join us to hear about these titles and more!
Jace chatted with Nick Dragotta and Scott Snyder about the highly anticipated Absolute Batman at the recent San Diego Comic Con. The first of the rumored Absolute Universe titles to be seen, the development process for this version of Batman is very interesting. Snyder has talked at it at various times, and mentions it here, that using this version of Batman as an example of what Absolute version of the DC characters would look like. This was how he pitched the concept of the DC Absolute Universe to other creators and DC themselves. We certainly have seen many versions of Batman over the years and some of them have been very different when it comes to Elseworld tales, however, coupled with the incredible visuals of Nick Dragotta this feels like a singularly unique take on the character that has the potential to reach new fans or fans who haven't had a particular affinity for Batman before. Dragotta's designs are awesome and it was great to see his enthusiasm for the project. Also to hear him say he wants to do an log epic run is encouraging when we see so many artist move on from things quickly in the current state of the industry. When it comes to Snyder, you might be as surprised as we were to find out that he had some reservations about returning to an ongoing Batman title. Hearing him talk about why, though, it makes a lot of sense. Scott has always had a fear of failure, which is what has him constantly striving to give his all. We've always found that Snyder's work is at it's best when it is most personal and hearing his comments about Absolute Batman and how he relates him to his sons has our expectations very high for this series. There's lots more to unpack in the interview including Alfred and villains both old and new, so join us.
Absolute Superman #1 - November 6th, Writer - Jason Aaron, Artist - Rafa Sandoval, Color Artist - Ulises Arreola
Absolute Superman debuts in comic shops on November 6th, but writer Jason Aaron gives us some hints of what to expect live from SDCC 2024. Aaron discusses keeping the core of the character the same while creating a different backstory for a Superman who is very isolated. We also get some hints of how Kal-El may be honoring or perhaps mourning the loss of his home world. How he arrives on Earth and his upbringing remain a mystery, but it is clear that Aaron is very excited about what's to come. This is a common theme among the creators at DC involved in the Alll In initiative, many of them expressed the temptation to say too much in their eagerness to share the stories they have crafted with DC fans.
At SDCC 2024 we attended the Energon Universe Press Room from Skybound. In attendance from the publisher were Senior VP/EIC Sean Mackiewicz, Chairman/Co-Founder Robert Kirkman, Artist Tom Reilly and writers Joshua Williamson and Daniel Warren Johnson. It was at last year's comic con that the Energon Universe really kicked into high gear with the preview of Johnson's Transformers #1 handed out during the Energon Panel. Also the barest of hints were given about how the G.I. Joe property and characters would be introduced and incorporated into the Energon Universe by Williamson. Well, what a year it has been, by all accounts the Energon books have been a critical and commercial hit with long-time fans of these properties as well as new fans enjoying the incredibly rich universe Skybound has built in only a year. There's plenty for the panel to talk about when it comes to fans, both new and old, as well as some teases on what's to come. The recently announce G.I. Joe team book will arrive later this year from the creative team of Williamson and Reilly and attendees of this year's Energon panel got a sneak peak along with a special ashcan preview. It is clear that the sky is the limit for this universe with passionate creators like these, along with those creators not in attendance, at the helm. You can hear the press conference in it's entirety on our podcast feed or watch it on The Comic Source YouTube channel. You will also find the fill press release and preview art for the 2024 Energon Panel below.
Jace chats with the creative minds behind Black Market Narrative. From their action-packed Massive-Verse titles to the true crime noir feel on the streets of Pittsburgh that we get in No/One, it's clear that this group is at the top of their game. Kyle Higgins kicks it off with some exciting news about an upcoming No/One feature film that is going to level up the immersion of this story even beyond the amazing podcast that already accompanies the series. Plus Kyle talks a bit about getting back in track with Radiant Black starting next year when the book will go back to being released once a month. Brian Buccellato, Kyle's writing partner on No/One chats with us about conspiracies and the end of the series with issue #10 that may see some fans wondering why they question of No/One's identity was left unanswered. Melissa Flores talks about The Dead Lucky and what comes next for Bibi now that she has driven Morrow out of San Francisco. We finish up with Ryan Parrott, who has taken Rogue Sun on quite a journey already, but it's safe to say, there are a lot of villains to come!
Jace and Rocky talk about a very small week for DC Comics with only 3 titles dropping. We get the conclusion of the Red Hood story set in the Hill, plenty of Super-Pets abound in the Bitedentity Crisis and another Amazo robot is revealed in Task Force VII.
Jace chats with writers Derek Kolstad (John Wick, Nobody) and Robert Venditti (Tankers, Hank Howard, Pizza Detective) about their upcoming project from Bad Idea, Planet Death. Kolstad gives the origin of the project and how it went from story treatment to comic while Venditti talks about the excitement of helping to adapt the story from the start. Also the art work from Tomas Giorello is absolutely next level. There's a lot to unpack here so dig in!
Jace welcomes writer J.M Dematteis back to the show to talk about the second phase of his DeMultiverse project. In case you aren't familiar, J.M. reminds us what each of the books is about and the guys dive a little bit into the themes of the stories. With incredible narratives, spectacular linework and gorgeous colors these are stories that offer such a depth of story while providing so much variety. Be sure to listen in and go join the campaign.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of July 24, 2024. It's the week of San Diego Comic Con so Jace kicks it off by wondering if this should be a skip week for the books as so much of the attention in the world of comics is focused on the biggest convention of the year. The guys then dive into the books as Absolute Power starts to ramp up, a new chapter of Nice House kicks off and the Batman of Dark Age gets a sidekick. Listen in for details on all these books, plus how have Jace's feelings for Amanda Waller changed? You didn't think it was possible, but it has happened!
Jace chats with Sara Kenney and Kiana Firouz about the recently released She Could Fly Documentary Escape Game. Inspired by the incredible She Could Fly comic by Christopher Cantwell and Martin Morazzo this game is designed to help dispel the misinformation and cliches associated with OCD. Drawing from documentary style clips from real people who live with OCD, the game is hugely educational and emotional at times. The puzzles are engaging and entertaining with proceeds going to programs to help strengthen mental health services.
Jace chats with Michael Calero and Kevin Roditeli from Massive Publishing about what sets them apart from other publishers. Also, they chat about some of the partnerships they have had so far and their upcoming partnership with Devil's Due for the Disavowed series that will make it's debut with an ashcan at SDCC 2024. Plus what other plans and exclusives are in store for comic con.
Jace and Rocky breakdown the October solicitations from DC Comics. With the release of these not only has DC confirmed the rumored creative teams for the new Absolute Universe, they have also revealed the new creative teams for many titles in the main line. Several titles will have the same creative teams returning and with few exceptions these seem to be the titles that are selling the best.
With these announcements it is clear that DC is, indeed, ALL IN on trying to revitalize a line that has been relatively well received critically over recent years, but as lagged in sales. It remains to be seen whether the excitement of this initiative can bring back lapsed readers, and more importantly, attract new fans.
The recent All In announcement on YouTube from Scott Snyder and Joshua Williamson appears to have meet with mostly a positive reaction. More details about what’s to come starting in October will be revealed at the rapidly approaching San Deigo Comic Con.
Jace is joined by filmmaker Julia Marchese to chat about her short-film, I Know What You Need. Made through Stephen King's “Dollar Baby” program, the film is styled as a 1970s after school special and uniquely, was actually shot at the University of Maine, in the exact locations mentioned in the story. The film has played in festivals worldwide, earning more than 15 awards to date. “Dollar Baby” was an arrangement in which iconic author Stephen King would grant permission to students and aspiring filmmakers theater producers to adapt one of his short stories for just $1.King retains the rights to his work, but as he began to experience commercial success, he decided to use his platform to help the next generation of creatives. When the program’s overseer retired, the program came to an end, making Marchese one of the final recipients of this generosity.
Synopsis: It's 1976, and popular college co-ed Elizabeth (Caroline Renee) meets an unusual boy, Edward (William Champion), who knows what she needs. But who is Edward really, and what secrets is he hiding? It's a love story, but a Stephen King love story, so things aren't always what they seem! Elizabeth doesn't know what she wants, but Edward knows what she needs.
Check out the trailer HERE
“I Know What You Need” will have its Comic-Con debut at their film festival section on Friday, July 26 at 1:45 PM in Grand Ballroom 6 at the San Diego Marriott Marquis. In addition, it will be added to ArrowPlayer, the streaming home to cult cinema, on Friday, July 12.
Marchese is additionally the host on three popular podcasts, Horror Movie Survival Guide, JodoWOWsky and The Loser's Club. She also co-hosts Horror X, a video show collaboration between The George A. Romero Foundation and Horror Movie Survival Guide, celebrating women in horror.
Jace welcome writer Samuel Sattin to the show to talk about his reimagining of the classic Osamu Tezuka mange Unico. A daunting task for any writer, we talk with Samuel about the challenge of ensuring his story honors the original story of the "Godfather of Manga". The guys also chat about the universal themes of the story and the brilliance of Tezuka's original vision for the story. There are lots of influences in both the original and the soon to be released Unico: Awakenings, but Disney is clearly one of them, so be sure to listen to this awesome conversation that includes Samuel's plans for San Diego Comic Con 2024.
Jace is joined by Tommy Vargas from Factory Entertainment to chat about the exclusives that will be available at SDCC 2024 and on the website all during Comic Con Week also. Plus tommy talks about the role Factory Entertainment plays in the collectible marketplace and how everyone at the company is a fan first. This helps ensure that the collectibles made by them are of the highest quality.
Jace welcomes writer Joe Henderson to the show to chat about his debut DSTLRY title The Big Burn. Joe is re-teaming with artist and fellow storyteller Lee Garbett to give us the ultimate heist story. What do you do when the devil has your soul, hell is a casino and you are a master thief? You recruit a crew of your fellow damned criminals and you plan a heist to steal them back! Filled with incredible line work from Lee and all out action in the narrative this is a must-read series. Joe brings the emotion as always and we can't wait to see where this story goes. Join us as Joe breaks it all down and tells us how the project got started.
Jace welcomes Charles Soule back to the show to chat about his incredible concept album for Curse Words. Drawing from Charles's extensive background in music the album draw from many influences to bring the wild and humorous story that is Curse Words to life in song. Charles talks about his musical journey which began at the age of 3 with the violin and how how coming back to music after some time away was immensely rewarding. There's talk of Star Wars, the Shrouded College, Eight Billions Genies and other comic work also. Be sure to go check out the campaign for the album, it will blow you away!
Jace and Ricky chat about the DC books for the week of July 17, 2024. Superman ties into Absolute Power in the best possible way and we get a look at how the event is impacting a lot of different characters. We return to the Dark Knights of Steel corner of the DC universe for the start of a very dark tale and Hellblazer continues his dark journey as well. Speaking of journeys Dick Grayson is in search of a cure for his inability to leap and that quest is taking him far from Bludhaven. Get our thoughts on all these books and more in this episode.
Jace welcomes Michael Hirsh to the show to chat about his book Animation Nation. Michael is the award-winning creator of many animated TV series that have left an indelible mark on pop culture. He shares his journey that led him to animation at a relatively young age, give his thoughts on the best advice for the aspiring animators of today and talk about the evolving role technology has had in developing and producing animated content. Plus, find out where you can find Michael at SDCC 2024. You can read details about Michael's SDCC appearance and the full press release for Animation Nation and below.
Jace is joined by actor, writer and self-described nerd boy, Todd Stashwick to talk about his Kickstarter Campaign for Progcore Fantasy: The Dark Age of Theer. This is an EPIC crowdfunding effort filled to overflowing with multiple layers of fantasy greatness designed to immerse its community in the joy of storytelling. Starting with a foundation of a Table Top Role Playing Game, the campaign will offer tips and advice on how to inject any TTRPG or RPG Campaign with a Progcore Fantasy feel. If you are wondering what ProgCore is, Todd does an excellent job of breaking it all down in the episode, but let's just say it is a way to both get back to the roots of TTRPG while also trying to ensure that anyone and everyone have a seat at that table. If that sounds ambitious, it is ... but you haven't heard anything yet! In addition to establishing the philosphy of ProgCore Fantasty, Todd and his creative collaborators have built the world of Theer. Currently in a Dark Age, the world of Theer will offer a rich new setting for this style of gameplay. Building on the immersive feel with music, an animated short and incredible art, you don't have to be a gamer to dive deep in the fantastic world of Theer. Join us to learn all about the campaign, Todd's creative collaborators and the importance of story for us all.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of July 10, 2024. The second volume of Primer arrives and does not disappoint. Green Lantern is writer Jeremy Adams at his finest showing DC why he should be getting a lot more work. Action Comics kicks off a new era that feels very fun, while the latest chapter of Absolute Power is a bit of a disappointment. Join us to hear our thoughts on these books and more.
To celebrate the launch of the DeMultiverse Phase 2, Jace and Rocky talk about the debut issues for each of the four series that were a part of the first DeMultiverse campaign; Layla in the Lands of After, Anyman, Godsend and Wisdom, plus the bonus book The Edward Gloom Mysteries. The guys talk about each story in depth including the overall themes, visuals and story and then it's time to rank them. Will they agree on the list or will they be completely different? You'll have to listen to find out. Also be sure to check out the campaign for the second issues of these stories, if you missed out in the first issues, you will certainly want to catch up and get the second installments!
LAYLA IN THE LANDS OF AFTER is the story of a 13-year-old girl who finds herself transported to a magical land where trees read your thoughts, rivers sing, and animals talk. But Layla soon discovers that this isn’t Oz or Wonderland. She’s dead—and this is the Afterlife. Refusing to accept her fate, and with the help of a few friends she meets along the way -- both old and new -- Layla is determined to return to the land of the living and the loved ones she left behind. But will the creatures lurking in the darkness let her?
In the late 1960s, ANYMAN, a hero from millions of years in the past arrives to rescue a modern world in crisis. Over five decades, Anyman becomes the inspiring symbol of all that’s good in humanity, the superhero the entire world reveres. There’s just one problem... Everything we know about him is a lie! Who is Anyman really? (Or, perhaps, the better question is: Who are THEY?) And who is the savage doppelgänger intent on destroying Anyman and his mysterious creators?
GODSEND begins with the sudden appearance of a celestial being who might be a force for global salvation or global destruction. Who is this being? Where did it come from? And why is insecure and unremarkable junior high school teacher Eric Small so obsessed with it? Even Eric’s not sure. Maybe the half-turtle, half-man currently standing in Eric’s living room will have answers. GODSEND is a reality-shredding story with echoes of Jack Kirby’s New Gods, Philip K. Dick, and The Matrix.
WISDOM is the tale of Gabriel Wisdom: A devoted husband and father. Middling Shakespearean actor and magician. And, in time, a murderous gunfighter and formidable sorcerer, tasked with saving the planet from a supernatural war that could consume all of humanity. But Gabriel cares less about the world and more about the wife and daughter who have been kidnapped, and corrupted, by dark forces. It’s Deadwood meets The Lord of the Rings in an epic fantasy played out against the backdrop of the Old West.
Jace is joined by writer/artist Michael Connors to talk about his current Kickstarter campaign for Conrad Van Cottonmouth. A super-intelligent rabbit with the ability to teleport who find himself in a unique position to save the world. The guys chat about Michael's process, the story in general and Michael's hopes of turning this story into a franchise. Join us for the fun and go support this very affordable campaign.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of July 3, 2024. We get the first issue of Absolute Power with Waller making a big move. The latest issue of Batman ties into Absolute Power also. The second issue of My Adventures of Superman ramps up the action while keeping the feel of the cartoon. Get details on these titles and more.
Matt Kindt returns to the show to chat about his upcoming project that he has co-written with his mother Margie, Gilt Frame. Drawing from a love of story and history that goes back to Matt's youth, that his mother helped foster, this murder mystery stars two characters that have a lot in common with the co-writers themselves. It's clear these two had a blast creating the comic as they both gained a new appreciation of the creative process and the unique way that comics melds visual and narrative storytelling. Don't miss this incredible conversation about this new series from Dark Horse that has plenty of wonderful tidbits from Matt's childhood.
Jace welcomes up and coming writer Morgan Hampton to the show to talk about his series Sons of Start Trek. So much of the recent story telling in the IDW Star Trek universe has dealt with legacy, family and fathers & sons, it's great to hear Morgan's take on his approach to this story. We also find out how Morgan found his own way to Star Trek through his own father. Plus, the remarkable similarities between Morgan and Jake Sisko. Listen in for all this and more.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of June 25, 2024. We have the penultimate issue of Penguin where he seemingly loses everything but is it all a clever ruse? The last two chapters of the Brainiac event are hugely satisfying. A lot of books this week tie into Absolute Power which quicks off with a "Ground Zero" issue that sets the stage for the first issue of the event next week. Listen in for details on all these books and more!
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of June 25, 2024. We have the penultimate issue of Penguin where he seemingly loses everything but is it all a clever ruse? The last two chapters of the Brainiac event are hugely satisfying. A lot of books this week tie into Absolute Power which quicks off with a "Ground Zero" issue that sets the stage for the first issue of the event next week. Listen in for details on all these books and more!
Jace welcomes Mark Waid to the show to chat about all things Absolute Power. Mark gives his thoughts on the event as a classic big comic versus a villain spotlight as well as his thoughts on Amanda Waller as a villain. Mark also gives some insights on how the Absolute Power events we've seen so far tie together. What the consequences of this event might be is also hinted at and it seems that the end of the year for DC may be quite intriguing. Mark finishes up by giving his thoughts on working with the various other writers and artists on this event and how what they have brought to this story. There's tons of insight into the event here and enough hints to excite us even more for what's to come in the Absolute Power event.
RISE follows Jonathan A. Prufrock as he comes face to face with the perils of the male ego while attempting to be super. The first two issues of this premium print comic combine for a whopping 74+ pages and explores one male's ego through the elevated life of a superhero attempting to navigate the pressures of what it really means to be a good man.
This superheroic journey is penned by rising writer, Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz (AREA 51: THE HELIX PROJECT, MINUTES TO MIDNIGHT); drawn by the hidden gem, Ryan Best (BEAR MARKET BUSINESSMAN), and gorgeously colored by the one and only, Fabi Marques (BATMAN: THE WORLD, POWER RANGERS, BARBARIC) with letters by the nicest man in comics, Matías Zanetti! This is Trevor & Pocket Watch Press' NINTH project on Kickstarter, having successfully funded & fulfilled all prior campaigns!
Jace chats with writer Dan Watters about Destro #1 from Skybound's Energon Universe. Teaming up with artist Andrei Bressan, Dan gives this debut tons of action while staying true to the character of Destro. Dan talks about leaning into the classic characterization of Destro and how easy the story flowed from start to finish. Plus he gives us some ideas of which Joe's head like to write. Check out the Skybound solicitation for this fast-paced first issue and be sure to pick up your copy
THE NEXT CHAPTER OF THE COBRA THREAT BEGINS HERE. James McCullen Destro XXIV is the man behind M.A.R.S. Industries, the undisputed leader in providing high-tech weapons to world powers-for the right price. But the emergence of Energon has changed everything. As Destro's ambitions grow, the "Crimson Twins" Tomax and Xamot Paoli emerge to destroy their competition, and Cobra Commander realizes his current ally could be his future greatest enemy. Acclaimed writer DAN WATTERS (UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: CREATURE FROM THE BLACK LAGOON LIVES!, Loki) and artist ANDREI BRESSAN (DARK RIDE, BIRTHRIGHT) change the balance of power in the Energon Universe forever.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics for the week of June 18, 2024. Nightwing continues its final arc with the current creative team as Dick Grayson finds himself on the wrong side of the law. Jimmy OIsen may not be the best choice to save the world but you work with what you have in World's Finest and we get some fallout from Zur En-Arrh's action in Batman #149. We also have another possible explanation for the cause of Selina Kyle's nine lives that is more scientific than spiritual. The link between Wonder Woman and Cheetah is explored in Wonder Woman #10, though maybe not as deeply as it could or should be and Constantine gets very meta in his search for the sand of Morpheeus. Get the details about all of these in more in this week's episode.
Jace is joined by Skybound Editor Alex Antone to talk about the record-setting campaign for the G.I. Joe Compendium. A massive collection of four volumes collecting all the original G.I. Joe material produced by Marvel. With a campaign that has broken records on Kickstarter, it is clear that the fandom for G.I. Joe is as big as ever and you this definitive collection for this era of G.I. Joe has more value than anything that has come before or is likely to be seen again. Listen in to hear how the project came together with a peek behind the curtain and be sure to check out the campaign yourself so you don't miss out!
Curse Of The Spawn #26-28 - Writer - Alan McElroy, Pencillers - Dwayne Turner and Clayton Crain, Inker, Chance Wolf, Jonathan Glapion, Jay Fotos & Todd McFarlane, Color Artist - Todd Broeker, Drew Hutchinson & Mark Nicholas, Letterer - Tom Orzechowski Three issues with an interesting connection as one leads to another with shifting main characters and an overriding them of death and serial killers. This story even features the return of the killer of killers, Suture. As she continues to hunt and destroy other serial killers she has begun to question her very existence and purpose. Turning to an unlikely source for help, will she be able to reconcile her actions and who she is now with who she used to be?
Curse Of The Spawn #26-28 - Writer - Alan McElroy, Pencillers - Dwayne Turner and Clayton Crain, Inker, Chance Wolf, Jonathan Glapion, Jay Fotos & Todd McFarlane, Color Artist - Todd Broeker, Drew Hutchinson & Mark Nicholas, Letterer - Tom Orzechowski Three issues with an interesting connection as one leads to another with shifting main characters and an overriding them of death and serial killers. This story even features the return of the killer of killers, Suture. As she continues to hunt and destroy other serial killers she has begun to question her very existence and purpose. Turning to an unlikely source for help, will she be able to reconcile her actions and who she is now with who she used to be?
Jace and Rocky give their thoughts on the passing of Benny Potter, The Comicstorian. A devastating loss to the comic book community, who will be sorely missed. Then the guys dive into the DC Comic titles for the week of June 11. 2024, with the conclusion of Suicide Squad Dream Team and Batman and Robin and Howard and the penultimate issues of Blue Beetle and Red Hood The Hill. Also the debut of Gotham By Gaslight The Kryptonian Age is excellent and the latest Green Lantern issue has the return of a classic character. Join us as we remember Benny and give our thoughts on this week's titles.
Spawn #87 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Dave Kemp, Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Ethan Crone's interest in the urban myth of a "Hellspawn" has grown into an obsession. When a series of interviews lead to uncertain conclusions, he takes matters into his own hands. While spending the night in Rat City, Ethan is terrorized by something he can't identify, but it may finally provide an ending to his search.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comic titles for the week of June 4, 2024. There is a huge fundamental change for Billy Batson and Shazam, while the Birds of Prey continue to hop around from one plane of existence to the next having no idea where they will end up after each jump. The My Adventures With Superman title is the equivalent of the Christmas Episode for fans of the show and should not be missed, while Zod confronts a surprise character who may be friend or foe. Finally we get the end of the Batman/Failsafe/Zur En Arrh story and the consequences for the Bat-Family remain to be seen.
Jace and Rocky have a quick chat about the recent Phoenix Fan Fusion Convention and then dive into the DC Comics titles for the week of May 28, 2024. Primer continues to be everything you want in a comic for new and veteran readers of all ages. The Penguin has succeeded in elevating its titular character to new heights in terms of his threat level in Gotham City. Speaking of Gotham, Mark Russell's alternate universe take on Batman in the Dark Age title feels both fresh and classic, with art to match. Finally the DC Pride anthology has some great stories and some others that don't resonate with the guys as much, but the emotional vulnerability, maturity and self-awareness Phil Jimenez brings to his autobiographical story is powerfully touching to say the least.
Jace chat with Patrick McEvoy about bringing back on of the earliest Kaiju, Gorgo. First seen in a classic British B-movie from 1961, the fil has gained a cult following in the ensuing years. Filled with interesting metaphors and set in the beginning of the Cold War, there is plenty to unpack in this one. Patrick gives us some insight into the story and setting, as well as, teasing how Gorgo fits into a larger shared universe he is developing.
Jace chats with Eisner, GLAAD and Ringo award-winning comic book writer Mark Russell about the Kickstarter campaign for his Eisner-nominated series TRAVELING TO MARS. This is your chance to get a beautiful hardcover edition of this incredible story that Mark describes as some of his best work ever. TRAVELING TO MARS tells the story of former pet store manager Roy Livingston, the first human to ever set foot on Mars. Roy was chosen for the unlikely mission for one simple reason: he is terminally ill and has no expectation of returning. Roy is joined on his mission by Leopold and Albert, two Mars rovers equipped with artificial intelligence, who look upon the dying pet store manager as a sort of God. Against the backdrop of not only his waning days but those of human civilization as well, Roy has ample time to think about where things went wrong for both and what it means to be a dying god. A riveting story of planetary exploration and of finding meaning in your final days. An incredible balance of emotion and relatability in the story lead to a profound sense of connection for the reader and fan reaction has shown that to be true. Presented in the format Mark loves best, this is a story that will have you thinking about it long after its over. Plus, if you are anything like Jace, it will be a story you can't wait to share with friends. Listen in on our chat with Mark for all the details.
Jace chats with New York Times best-selling cartoonist Ngozi Ukazu about her upcoming Young Adult graphic novel BARDA. Ngozi is a self-professed life-long DC Comics fan, so it was a dream come true for her to writer and illustrate this story. Taking inspiration from the legendary Jack Kirby, Ngozi weaves a wonderful Fourth World tale starring Big Barda as she begins to question the motivations of Apocalypse and meets Scott Free for the first time. Ngozi talks about her inspirations, the fun in writing the Female Furies and so much more. Be sure to listen in and pick up the graphic novel when it drops June 4th.
McFarlane Toys, a trailblazer in the world of action figures and collectibles, proudly announces a landmark collaboration with Marvel Comics. With this partnership Todd McFarlane’s iconic MARVEL artwork will be brought to life in a collection of posed figures, available in both 1:10 and 1:6 scales. It’s a pivotal moment, marking the first time Todd McFarlane, CEO/Founder of McFarlane Toys, will turn some of his own Marvel drawings into stunning 3D detail, offering fans an unparalleled opportunity to own a piece of comic book history.
Decades in the making, a collaboration for the ages as the legendary artist Todd McFarlane finally has an agreement with Marvel to produce figures of his iconic art. Additionally, Todd will be bringing his considerable knowledge and expertise in making some of the best toys in the world, to other iconic Marvel moments from other artists as well. Listen in as Todd explains what we can expect, what he is most excited for and even some of the images we will see brought to life in these dioramas. You can see the full press release below.
Jace welcomes writer Trevor Mueller to the show to chat about his crowdfunding campaign on Zoop for Los Ojos. A tale of a hitman. Andres Sanchez, who can look into the eyes of his target and determine if they are angle or demon. It this actually real or just a figment of Sanchez's imagination? They say the eyes are the windows to the soul, perhaps Andres Sanchez is about to learn just how true that might be.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of May 21, 2024 including the finales for Justice League vs Godzilla vs Kong, The Bat-Man: first Knight and Alan Scott Green Lantern. We get the latest chapter of Catwoman's Nine Lives story and some hints of what's to come in Titans with both Raven and how it ties into Absolute Power. Plus House of Brainiac continues to be amazing as Superman may be pushed to his limits to win the day this time.
Jace welcomes writer Brain Buccellato back to the show to talk about he epic Justice League Vs. Godzilla Vs. Kong. Brian gives us some behind the scenes thoughts on the challenges of juggling such a huge cast of heroes, villains AND monsters! Plus his thoughts on grounding the story with emotion to allow for a more complete narrative. We have loved this series from the start and it's clear that Brian is having as much fun writing it as we are having when we read each issue. Join us as Brian teases the epic conclusion and cross your fingers that we will get a follow up series from this incredible creative team.
Jace is joined by writer Rich Douek to talk about three of the series he has written, including one current and two past. The current series Heartpiercer, is a mash up of fantasy and horror with all-out action and great art. Plus a great homage to classic teen films like Breakfast Club and Goonies, with just a little horror sprinkled in, The Ocean Will Take Us is a great title with manga influenced are and gorgeous colors. The final title also calls back to some great films, this time it's classic car chase movies like Cannonball Run, Dirty Mary and Crazy Larry and even the cheesy 90's flick, The Chase with Charlie Sheen. Drive Like Hell draws inspiration from all of these and in classic Douek fashion, Rich brings in a horror feel, with devils, demons and angels to ratchet up the action. Join us for all the details!
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of May 14, 2024. House of Brainiac continues to ramp up the action as Lobo returns to form. The action is also escalating towards Absolute Power in Suicide Squad: Dream team as we learn just how formidable Dreamer can be. Green Lantern has a surprise twist that does not bode well for the Lanterns as Dylan Dog and Batman resolve their case in an unexpected way. Plenty of action in the other titles as well, but the standout may just be the touching tribute to the legendary Ramona Fradon.
Jace welcomes Josie Campbell to the show to talk about the first season of the hit animated show My Adventures With Superman, tease the second season, which debuts May 26th, and give us some details about the upcoming comic book series based on the animated show. The series serves as a bridge between the first and second season of the show and is essentially the "Christmas episode" that they just didn't have space for in the first season. It is clear from fan reaction and Josie's enthusiasm for the show, that My Adventures With Superman is resonating with fans and the creators behind the property in equal measure.
Jace and Rocky talk about the incredible list of comic guests slated to attend Phoenix Fan Fusion 2024. Plus the chat about the programming, other media guests and activities that this incredible pop culture convention offers. From a plethora of comic retailers, to great cosplay, refreshments and a chance for photos or pictures with your favorite celebrity. Plus video, card and board games galore. Listen in for all the details and be sure to visit the Fan Fusion website to purchase your badge.
Jace welcomes Tom King back to the show to chat about the upcoming Wonder Woman #9. In comic shops on May 22, 2024, the issue explores Diana's attempt to escape from The Sovereign's latest trap. Tom gives us some hints on how Wonder Woman finds a way to persevere as well as his exploration of her relationship with Steve Trevor. Also the guys discuss the incredible art of Daniel Sampere and why Wonder Woman is better than Superman or Batman. PLUS ...Corgi's!!!
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel chat about the DC Comic titles for the week of May 7, 2024. Several examples of villains leaning into their massive egos and also some more plot threads that lean into the upcoming Absolute Power event. Zod starts the next chapter of his return to outright villainy and he is bringing plenty of other despicable characters with him. Meanwhile Poison Ivy is willing to make the ultimate sacrifice to defeat Jason Woodrow and we get what might be the best issue of Batman since the current era began.
Spawn #86 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Dave Kemp, Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
As Spawn laments the loss of life that always seems to accompany any actions he takes, he is confronted by a strangely familiar man. As the stranger leads him to the grave of Al Simmons, he tells Spawn that he is, in fact, Al Simmons. Faced with the man he used to be, Spawn is forced to finally give up his past and move forward with his new life as Spawn, but what price must he pay to make this happen. It's the fight you never thought you'd see, Spawn vs Al Simmons.
Spawn #85 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Dave Kemp, Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
It's the final confrontation between Spawn and Billy Kincaid The plan to defeat the serial killer is revealed and is dangerous for all involved. When the time comes, Twitch is forced to make an agonizing choice and no one comes out a winner. Luckily for Twitch, his family returns and he takes solace in their love. It is clear that the impact of the events in this issue will be felt for a long time.
Jace welcomes comic creator V. Ken Marion back to the show. This super talented artist is here to talk all about his Kickstarter campaign for a comic he is not only illustrating but also co-writing with co-creator Jason Matthews. Taking inspiration from beloved video games, classic anime, Star Wars and even Lord of the Rings, Battle Chronicle Sol-Stryker has all the makings of a monster hit. The they have built is rich and characters are varied which means there are plenty to choose from when it comes to your favorite. Add in some complex antagonists and you have something special. So listen in and then go check out the campaign to see the wide variety of rewards being offered.
Jace welcomes Patrick Horvath back to the show to chat about his current Zoop campaign Free For All. Set in a near future with the world on the brink of eliminating poverty, the billionaires of the world are tapped to donate to the less fortunate or forced to fight in gladiatorial combat to retain their fortunes. Patrick was last her to chat about Beneath the Tress Where Nobody Sees prior to the first issue dropping. It has been THE smash hit of the last year, so now is your chance to get in on another great project from this creator before it blows up also. Listen in for details and go join the campaign.
Free For All Welcome to the future. The world is at peace and thriving. Housing, food, education, healthcare… all of the basic requirements for living are now provided for by the World Finance League, and it’s all funded by a lottery. Wealthy citizens of the world are picked at random and given the choice to either donate half of their assets for the greater good of the world, or fight to the death to keep it all. Among these trillionaire gladiators, two former lovers square off in this global arena to settle their differences once and for all. Regardless of who lives or dies, we all win.
Breathing new life into an older project, this is the first ever print run of a classic tale from Patrick Horvath that was previously only ever available digitally. The 48-page Zoop-exclusive graphic novella is being remastered with new lettering & coloring, new cover, and new bonus material.
Spawn #84 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Dave Kemp, Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Spawn, Sam and Twitch have to play the waiting game. They have a plan to stop Billy Kincaid, but it seems like it might be very dangerous for all involved. Just what it entails we will have to wait and see. In the meantime, we get some great character work foe everyone involved as we see just how much those close to them mean and Spawn tries to stop his worse nightmare from coming to pass.
It's all annuals and specials this week so even though there are only five books, the guys have plenty to chat about. Celebrating spring with an anthology filled with a good mix of stories, we also get annuals from Harley Quinn and Flash plus the House of Brainiac event has its latest chapter adding to the history of Czarnia. The standout book this week is the incredible Nightwing Annual that elevates a supporting character to new heights in a masterful way, a true must-read.
Spawn #83 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Dave Kemp, Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Spawn is desperate to stop Billy Kincaid. He is feeling a ton of guilt for killing Kincaid which has led to the power the killer is now using to continue his murderous ways and condemn innocents in the process. Spurred on by this desperation Spawn turns to the the most unlikely of sources to beg for answers about how to stop Kincaid. Meanwhile, as teased last issue. Billy is having the time of his life unleashing the darkness within Jason Wynn, leading to the biggest loss of life we have seen so far.
Spawn #82 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp As
Spawn now knows that Billy Kincaid has returned as an intangible Hellspawn and is the force of evil behind all the recent murders and gruesome acts of violence around New York City. He even meets with Twitch and learns that that he and the detective share more in common than the supernatural link established when Spawn saved his life. Will that be enough to allow them to defeat Kincaid? Only time will tell.
Spawn #81 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
As Sam and Twitch ponder the implications of the gruesome object left on the doorstep of their office, Spawn is feeling the unease of evil that still pervades NYC and the surrounding areas. When a horrible act is committed by the most unlikely of perpetrators, Spawn's investigation confirms what Sam and Twitch already suspect. It's the return of one of the most evil antagonists any of them have ever encountered.
Spawn #80 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Spawn metes out brutal justice to the "exterminator" killer after we learn their motivations for the depraved murder spree they have been on. Once justice has been served, Spawn is reluctant to entertain Cog's worries that the recent violence hasn't ended. Sam and Twitch might be more receptive to those suspicions though, as something is left on the doorstep of their office we seems to indicate that the bad times have only just begun.
Spawn #79 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Just when it seems like the clues Sam and Twitch have found will lead no where, Sam literally stumbles across something that reveals the killer was hiding in plan sight. Spawn has been singularly focused on finding and punishing the "exterminator" killer, so what will he do now that his "minions" have uncovered the truth?
Spawn #78 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
With Twitch on his deathbed, Sam makes a deal with Spawn to save his partner's life. The price both Sam and Twitch will pay is be be Spawn's minions, but what does that entail? Well to start with, Spawn has them set out to find out who is behind the gruesome murders of the homeless in the alleys of Rat City. Just when the stakes can't get any higher, the identity of the latest victim sends outrage through all three of the unlikely allies.
Get ready for an epic rant from Jace! That's right, it isn't Rocky railing against a book when the guys chat about the DC titles for the week of April 23, 2024. This time it's Jace with his biggest rant ever! There's way more good than bad this week though, so be sure to listen in to find out why the guys loved Detective Comics, the Penguin and Batman Dark Age.
Spawn #77 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Dwayne Turner, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin, Dan Kemp & Andy Troy
Cog's secret stands revealed and if Spawn thinks that's the craziest thing the mysterious character has to tell him, he is in for a HUGE shock. This issue starts several very important plot threads and is all out action from start to finish. Add in some emotional torment and moments from Bobby and you have a well-balanced issue that shows Spawn, as a series, is really hitting its stride.
Curse Of The Spawn #29 - Writer - Alan McElroy, Penciller - Clayton Crain, Inker, Chance Wolf & Todd McFarlane, Color Artist - Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas, Letterer - Tom Orzechowski
Jonathan Edward Custer is the administrator of Purgatory. A place between, a place where souls who aren't quite worthy of heaven can go in hopes of making up for minor transgressions and achieving everlasting salvation. What happens when the world has become so black and white that there are no "fence-straddlers"? And what will that mean for Custer, who's entire existence has revolved around watching, judging and caretaking in this special realm of the afterlife.
Curse Of The Spawn #25 - Writer - Alan McElroy, Penciller - Clayton Crain, Inker, Chance Wolf & Todd McFarlane, Color Artist - Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas, Letterer - Tom Orzechowski
Harley is a typical teenager, trying to deal with high school crushes, navigate an afterschool job and keep his grades up. When a hellspawn he calls "Angel" begins to haunt him and, worse, continually goads him to commit acts of extreme violence, is it only a matter of time until he snaps? Harley tries to drowned out this "anti-christ" hellspawn with his favorite rock music, but will it work?
Curse Of The Spawn #22 - Writer - Alan McElroy, Penciller - Dwayne Turner, Inker, Chance Wolf, Color Artist - Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas, Letterer - Tom Orzechowski
Ryan Hatchett, a bullied, despressed and would-be suicide victim from the world we know, finds himself transported during the attempt to take his own life. He finds himself in the world of The Zombie Spawn where various versions of the undead attempt to devour the flesh of the living or offer humans they have captured of the few remaining as tribute to their Zombie leader. This hellspawn crashed to earth in an asteroid and was birthed forth along with a tidal flood of worms that burrowed into the earth bringing to life all those who had been buried. Can Ryan, in his new form as the undead hero Hatchet, defeat the Zombie Spawn and rescue this apocalyptic earth?
Spawn #76 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Dwayne Turner, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin, Dan Kemp & Tyson Wengler
It what is definitely the most romantic issue of Spawn to date, Al learns the "secret origin" of Granny Blake and how much he and Wanda have in common with Granny and her late husband, Jack. We get gorgeous line and color work illustrating this issue that covers decades of history and goes from a graveyard on Earth to heaven and back again. It's not only a nice chance for Al Simmons to catch his breath after all the tumultuous action he has seen lately, but it's a chance for readers to catch there breath also. That doesn't mean it isn't a must-read though as the themes of love and devotion are a reminder of how those ideas are at the very heart of Spawn as a character and were present from the beginning. Sure the chains, spikes and capes are cool, but despite the demons and monsters and hellfire, Spawn IS a love story.
Jace is joined by actor, author and film maker Luke Arnold and TV/Animation writer/producer Chris "Doc" Wyatt to talk all about their Kickstarter Campaign for ESSENTIALS. This is a wildly imaginative book that takes a very strange and somewhat elaborate premise and makes it imminently relatable. Also, the co-main leads of the story are so vastly different, but somehow still remain relatable as the represent different aspects of humanity we all have within us. When you add in the huge roster of talented artist you have an incredible title that deserves your attention. Check out the campaign and be sure to share it with your fellow comic readers.
DC has dropped a huge announcement with details about the upcoming big event, Absolute Power. Amanda Waller finally has a chance to achieve the goal she's been working for all these years, taking the power of all the superhumans in the DCU. How she does it working alongside the Brainiac Queen and Failsafe remains to be seen. Perhaps even more compelling, is how this triumvirate DC is dubbing the " Trinity Of Evil" will get along once the smoke clears. They are all huge, alpha villains with egos that don't seem to indicate they will allow themselves to be subservient to others. Plus there's plenty of hints about some revelations for Waller that will help us understand her motivations and perhaps in relate to the character. Can you imagine a world where Amanda Waller is actually sympathetic? Yeah we can't either. Either way, there are tons of series announce and the guys give their thoughts on each one, along with some thoughts on the new characters we will see in the event and how they look visually. For dates and creative line-ups for the series. Please see the Official DC Press Release below and watch the video on YouTube for more preview art and to get our thoughts on what we know so far!
Spawn #75 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin, Dan Kemp & Tyson Wnegler
We find out who has taken Spawn from Earth and why, but it isn't good news for Spawn or perhaps the planet either. As these beings explain their motivations to Spawn and grant him a new ability they deem a "gift", it appears that Spawn may not survive using this new ability. An ultimate sacrifice is made to return Spawn to Earth, but the price that is paid is high and the consequences of these events feel like something Spawn will be dealing with for a long time. It seems ever since his latest resurrection, Al Simmons hasn't known a moments peace. Unfortunately, it appears that his life is only getting more complicated.
Solid of week of DC Comics for Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom to break down. Jay Garrick, Flash comes to a satisfying conclusion, while Nightwing hits a milestone and Titans continues to build drama. Also Wonder Woman confronts the Sovereign face to face, Batman faces a huge threat in space and Superman has to team up with an unlikely ally to take on Braniac.
Spawn #74 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
As Sam and Twitch examine the file on Al Simmons that Cogliostro left with them, it becomes clear that they don't have all the pieces to the puzzle. They do know that Jason Wynn may have a lot of the answers, but since they can't get to Wynn they plan to go after Spawn himself again for the answers to their questions. What they don't know is that Spawn is engaged in a life and death struggle with The Heap and when the dust settles, it isn't the Hellspawn who comes out on top. When Cogliostro and Bootsy come upon the scene of that battle it becomes apparent, that Spawn is not present on Earth, Heaven or Hell. Does this mean Spawn has been erased from existence? If so, who is The Heap working for and just how powerful are they?
Jace is joined by artist and character designer Jordan Brown to take about the crowdfunding campaign for The Fury, The Maelstrom and The Kiwi. A tale of vengeance drawing inspiration from John Wick, Atomic Blonde and other action-packed stories. Strong female characters dominate this narrative and the creative team, but if you think that means it won't be completely bad-ass, you couldn't be more wrong. So listen in and check out the campaign.
The Fury, The Maelstrom, and The Kiwi by M.H. Cali, Elsa Charretier, Liana Kangas, Skylar Patridge, Alison Sampson & many more This is a story about revenge. A story about having nothing left to lose. This is definitely not a tale about redemption. Because once you’ve fallen this far, there’s no way back. Darkness will consume you until your soul is dimmed, and your ideals have vanished. You’ve been warned. It's Kill Bill meets Atomic Blonde in this sapphic spy tale by an all-star lineup of creators.
By all accounts, "Resident Alien" from NBC Universal has been a hit. The Alan Tudyk-led dramedy, which airs on the SyFy channel, has found a loyal fanbase that appears to be growing now that the first two seasons are streaming on Netflix.
This series, based on the Dark Horse comic of the same name, differs slightly from its source material by incorporating witty humor to capitalize on Tudyk’s unique talents as a comedian. While it's fair to say he anchors the show with a complex and often hilarious portrayal of the titular alien, the rest of the cast also brings their A-game.
Combined with this talented cast, show creator and executive producer Chris Sheridan, along with the writing team and directors he’s brought in, show a clear passion for the story and characters that inhabit the small Colorado town of Patience, which serves as a charming backdrop for all sorts of weird extraterrestrial shenanigans.
Jace, from The Comic Source, had a chance to chat with Chris Sheridan, Sara Tomko (who plays Asta Twelvetrees), and Corey Reynolds (who plays Sheriff Mike Thompson) at the recent Wondercon Convention. Their thoughts about creating the show were insightful and we especially loved the story about what a fan had to say about their own PTSD after watching a pivotal scene.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about the DC Comics for the week of April 8, 2024. Dreamer confronts Amanda Waller about her true intentions in Dream Team, Hal Jordan connects with the underground Green Lantern rebellion on OA and discovers his ring doesn't work the way theirs do and The Outsiders lean more into their Planetary roots than ever. Meanwhile, The Batman: First Knight continues to tell the tale of the earliest days of Batman with a brilliant narrative and gorgeous art, while Action Comics kicks off an intriguing Brainiac event that feels like an instant classic.
Jace is joined by Mickey Finnegan to talk about his current Kickstarter Campaign, Sanity. You might know Mickey from his YouTube channel Swagglehaus Comics, where he chats about vintage comics and collectability. His second campaign picks up the Lovecraftian inspired horror story he began in issue one with two additional issues. Set in the 1930's the story follows private investigator Robert Grant as his world view is challenged by horrific monsters you would not have believed existed until he saw them himself. Will this stop Grant from seeking out the truth? Guess you will have to read it to find out. Fantastic linework from Santiago Espina and perfectly mood-setting colors from Maksim Strelkov round out the visuals. Listen in for more details and go pledge.
Mark Russell returns to the show to chat about his upcoming over-sized One-Shot from AWA Studios, Death Ratio'd. In a future world where social media has taken over for governments, too many dislike will cause you to lose your head ... literally. So when a man awakens from a 20 year coma and learns that you can be killed if your ratio of likes to dislikes is unfavorable, how does he survive? Plenty of talk about the meta relevance of this story and the fabulous art from Laci also. Listen in to learn more.
Spawn #72 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Sam and Twitch get a visit from Cogliostro telling them they need to start doing more to help Spawn. In an attempt to persuade them, he leaves a file with information about Spawn, but just what is in it, remains a mystery for now. Meanwhile, in Rat City, Spawn, Bootsy and Cogliostro all sense a menacing presence which is the cause of an unrelenting heatwave in Manhattan. What they don't know is the being beyond it, represents a new faction in the war between Heaven and Hell and it looks like he may on his own side. Just wait until you are introduced to ... THE HEAP!
Rocky and Jace breakdown the DC Comic titles for the week of April 2, 2024. They debate Zod's motivations and wonder where his actions will take him next. Also the Birds of Prey and their inter-team relationships are a real highlight this week, while Poison Ivy's origin continues to feel like a very worthwhile update. Plus the suitably hopeful ending of Superman 78: the Metal Curtain and has The Captain betrayed Billy Batson?
Spawn/WildCATS #1-4 - Writer - Alan Moore, Pencils - Scott Clark, Inks - Sal Regla, Colors - LeAnne Clark, Letters - Tom Orzechowski
Spawn's past, present and future collide in this epic adventure from the legendary Alan Moore. When Spawn is seemingly attacked by members of the WildCATS, he searches out the team to find answers. When the attackers are revealed as faux CATS, it leads to an adventure in the future that no one is really prepared for. As Spawn discovers that someone from his past is closer than he realizes, it turns out the answer to averting disaster may not lie in the past, present or future, but within Spawn himself and his devotion to family.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics for the week of March 26, 2024. Detective Comics sees Batman return to Gotham City finally, are we entering the end phase of this long run for Detective? We also see an alternate version of Batman in Dark Age, but is it the same universe as Superman: Space Age? Alan Scott Green Lantern continues to be excellent on several levels and we are so impressed by the character week. Also the first serialized installment of Primer has it reaching new readers including us and it is outstanding. Join us to hear about all these books and more.
Jace welcomes writer Mohsen Ashraf back to the show. They talk about the second volume of Syphon and how it builds on the story of Sylas and his empathic abilities. The duality themes remain, ideas of pleasure and pain are introduced and the scope and history of the powers are greatly expanded on. Plus a lot more of Sylas's romantic partner Liv and a couple of intriguing new characters. Listen in and tell your retailer you want to order a copy of the TPB for Volume 2.
Curse of Spawn #15-16 - Story - Alan McElroy, Pencils - Dwayne Turner, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas
Actions from his past have come back to haunt Vito Gravano. When we find out who is after him and why, that's only the beginning. Gravano his to dig deep to survive and we see the ruthlessness he displayed in his youth that allowed him to become the feared mob boss with his own empire. Now that he is older, does he still have it in him to survive, triumph and rebuild?
Jace is joined by aspiring comic creator Paul Eza to chat about his current Kickstarter campaign. It is a comic set in a world where nearly everyone has a special ability and those without are a bit forgotten. What happens when a tragedy occurs and the "Zeroes" might be the only ones who can get to the bottom of what happened? Well, that's the question this comic will answer. Part X-Men, part Scooby Doo mystery and all out comic goodness, this is a project you won't want to miss. Paul gives us some insight into how the comic came about, some of his creative decision regarding the tone of the story and his collaboration with co-creator and series artist, Kasey Quevedo. So be sure to listen in and go check out the campaign.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of March 19, 2024. Superman ends it second arc which is actually a big story that has been going on since the launch of this volume. Does it reach a satisfying conclusion? You'll have to listen in to find out. Meanwhile, Green Lantern: War Journal continues to feel absolutely epic, be sure to go listen to our interview episode with series writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson. The word 'fun' continues to come up over and over when we chat about Justice League vs Godzilla vs King King and rightly so. It has been a long time since an event has brought so much action, excitement and pure superhero joy. Regular Wonder Woman artist Daniel Sampere takes a break from interiors this month on Wonder Woman as we see Diana and Clark search an intergalactic shopping mall to find Bruce the perfect birthday gift. This story has so many heartfelt moments, silly puns and wonderful gags, that it reminds us of some of the best comics of our youth, when continuity, decompressed storytelling and writing for the trade weren't so prevalent. A great week of books, so we hope you join us for our thoughts.
Jace welcomes writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson back to the show. It's time to talk about what happened in the first arc of Green Lantern War Journal and teases what's to come. Phillip talks about how well-received the first arc was with fans relating to John's vulnerability and sense of impending loss. Also the guys chat about the collaboration with Montos on art and the specific motifs the team is leaning into for each Lanterns constructs. Finally, Phillip teases what's to come for John as he finds himself in a strange place thanks to the Revenant Queen, Daughter of Olgrun. We love how it ties back to Phillip's Action Comics run. It's clear the Green Lantern mythos is heading somewhere huge with Phillip and fellow Lantern writer Jeremy Adams at the helm. Listen in for clues about where things may be headed.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of March 12, 2024. It's a fantastic week with just about every book being worth a read. Highlights are The Outsiders, though Jace rates it much higher than Rocky, Suicide Squad Dream team where Nicole Maines really impressed and Sinister Sons which paves the way for a great series. We expect years of great interactions from Sinson and Lar-Zod going forward.
Jace chats with aspiring comic creator Lucas Lee-Garza about his current Indiegogo Campaign for Wallow. A bug fantasy story taking inspiration from beloved stories such as Game of Thrones, Lord of the Rings, World of Warcraft and more! Lucas is also drawing personal inspiration from his own family to tell the story of a family uprooted by war trying to find each other again amidst the upheaval. There's some great rewards to be had in this campaign for very affordable prices, plus some huge names in the comic industry ready to provide alternate covers if stretch goals can be reached. Lucas has big plans for this series, so go check it out and pledge to be in on the ground floor of this exciting new story.
Jace welcomes writer Tom King and artist Daniel Sampere back to the show. The guy are here to talk all about their Wonder Woman run. Plenty of talk about art and composition discussion and some teases about the inevitable meeting between Wonder Woman and the Sovereign. It's a fun discussion with plenty of insight into the creative decisions.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube Channel chat about the DC titles for the week of march 5, 2024. It's a great week filled with some pretty big events for the DCU overall. We have a big death in Kneel Before Zod, The Joker and Batman seems to have their origins tied more closely together than ever and DC's latest Black Label series explores the earliest days of Batman. Join us to hear our thoughts on these titles and a whole lot more on this week's DC Spotlight.
Jace welcomes the creators and founders of the up and coming publisher Gungnir to the show. Comic boom industry veterans Matthew Medney, Jim Krueger and Steve Orlando talk about the goals of the publisher and how they aim to be different from other publishers out there. Plus some teasers about some of the upcoming stories and plenty of talk about how Gungnir is hoping to reach new audiences, new creators and hopefully help to author a new age for stories. Join us for an engaging conversation and be sure to go and visit the Gungnir website,
Jace welcomes comic creator Chad Hardin back to the show to talk about his Zoop campaign for the fourth volume of Chad's art books. Filled with lesser seen pieces from private commissions and rare variants it is a must-have for art lovers. Chad talks about the process of picking out which pieces to put in the book, other offerings for the campaign and much, much more. It's always a blast when Chad stops by, so listen in and you can't help but smile at Chad's infectious loves of comics, art and fans.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel talk about the DC comic releases for the week of February 27, 2024. It's a bit of a down week and there are some unfortunate reviews in this one, but it all comes from wanting the best for one of our favorite publishers. One book that stands out in quality is The Penguin with Batman Brave and the Bold having some excellent stories also. Join us to hear about these books and more.
Bat-Man: First Knight - Writer - Dan Jurgens, Artist - Mike Perkins, Color Artist - Mike Spicer, Letterer - Simon Bowland
Release Date #1 - March 5, 2024
Jace chats with Dan Jurgens and Mike Perkins about their DC Black Label project featuring the earliest days of Batman. Dan talks about finding his relatable point to Bat-Man and how he planned out the story to fit into the current cannon if DC decides to go that way. Also Mike discusses the Art Deco influences and how he balanced that with the grittiness of Gotham City in the 1930's. An interesting talk about the colors for the project as well, with a change in the overall feel of the colors early on. Lots to unpack in this one so listen in and be sure to pick up your copy.
Spawn Witchblade #1-4 - Writers - Brian Haberlin and Brian Holguin, Art - Brian Haberlin, Colors - Geirrod VanDYKE, Letters - Francis Takenaga
Not the Medieval Spawn you may be looking for, but an intriguing take nonetheless. A mystery as to who this hellspawn is, but that doesn't stop him from teaming up with a new bearer of the Witchblade who is learning her place in the legacy of the legendary artifact. The story borrows from many classic plot points in fantasy, but the layers of characterization make for an interesting story that feels like it could be built upon with many of the characters having the potential to carry a series of their own.
Spawn Witchblade #1-3 - Writer - Garth Ennis, Pencils - Brandon Peterson, Inks - Batt, Joe Weems, Colors - Ashby Mason, Letters - Chris Eliopoulos The Spawn Fan Edition was packaged with the Overstreet Fan magazine back in the 90's. It's a bit of a harder story to find, but definitely worth the effort. We get the story of the Norse Spawn, Nordik. Proof that the hellspawns are clearly influenced by who they were in their lives before they died. We get other new characters as well, including what may be the most formidable angel in all of heaven. Great art and an entertaining read.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel chat about the DC Comics releases for the week of February 20, 2024. It is an exceptional week with every book hitting the mark which means there are tons of entertaining books. That being said, although many were considered for Book of the Week, both guys ended up picking the same issue. Which one was it? You will have to listen in to find out.
The Spawn Fan Edition was packaged with the Overstreet Fan magazine back in the 90's. It's a bit of a harder story to find, but definitely worth the effort. We get the story of the Norse Spawn, Nordik. Proof that the hellspawns are clearly influenced by who they were in their lives before they died. We get other new characters as well, including what may be the most formidable angel in all of heaven. Great art and an entertaining read.
Jace is joined by actress and writer Nicole Maines. They talk about her special connection to the character and why she means so much to Nicole. After bring the superheroine to life on the small screen, Nicole shares her excitement about continuing the adventures of Dreamer in the pages of two upcoming DC Comics projects. Nicole will explore the darker side of Dreamer in the pages of Suicide Squad: Dream Team, while Bad Dream: A Dreamer Story will explore the emotional journey of Dreamer as she discovers her powers. There's plenty of talk about the challenges of writing and fan's reaction to Nicole's work portraying Dreamer and writing her adventures, so listen in!
Jace is joined by writer Erica Schultz to talk about her upcoming series set in the Spawn Universe, Rat City. Erica tells us all about the main character Peter Cairn and how he is both similar and different than Al Simmons. Erica also talks a lot about the legacy of Spawn and how she will be tying back to some threads, but focusing on telling a new, fresh story. Plus some talk about the world of Rat City, the supporting character and, of course, gorgeous art from Ze Carlos. Join us to learn all about it and be sure to pre-order with your retailer.
Jace and Rocky celebrate Valentine's Day by taking a look at the DC Comics titles for the week of February 13, 2024. It's a great week with the debut of Sinister Sons and Red Hood: The Hill. Green Lantern feels like it's beginning to grow in scope. Batman City of Madness comes to a close with some great ideas that we wouldn't mind seeing in the main universe and both Batman and Action Comics have great second issues of their arcs. Join us for our thoughts on these titles and more.
Jace is joined by the co-creators of Horror Show, a new comic on Kickstarter filled with action, suspense and layered horror beats. Set in 1975, the story follows Viet Nam veteran and former police officer Ben Horowitz as he is thrust into action. Brought together with incredible visual storytelling by the veteran comic artist, Darryl Banks, the linework is recognizable as Banks, but also feels like something new. Darryl himself talked about about this in the interview so be sure to listen to what he has to say about challenging himself. Writer Michael Katz is clearly paying homage to a very underappreciated movie from the early 80's but brings in some great parallels for Ben and the monster he ultimately has to take on. It makes for an engrossing read, that feels complete, but Ben is a character we would certainly love to see again. Fantastically entertaining. Listen in and be sure to go check out the campaign.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of February 6, 2024. We get a closer look at the Joker's earliest days, Fire and Ice have the end of their time in Smallville and it's action-packed and the Birds of Prey finish one mission only to learn they immediately must go on another. Also Poison Ivy has her origin enhanced while Guy Gardner headlines the Valentine's Day special. Join us for our thoughts on these titles and more.
Jace and Rocky talk about the new publishing imprint at Image, Ghost Machine. Geoff Johns has recruited some of the best creators in the industry to tell the stories they want to tell with characters they are invested in and own. The guys talk about each of the stories and the characters that are teased on the issue. The first three series all have new #1 issues coming in April, so now is the time to let your retailers know you want them all!
It's the fifth Tuesday of the month so that means Annuals and Anthologies. Jace and Rocky chat about several of these from DC Comics for the week of January 30, 2024. Also the end of Titans Beast World and what the fallout will likely be. The World's Finest annual may lead into the rumored DC Ultimate Universe coming later this year, but only time will tell. Batman Off-World and Alan Scott Green Lantern both continue to be excellent and they get our nods as Books of the Week. Join us for our thoughts on these titles and more.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of January 23, 2024. We get a HUGE reveal in Titans Beast World as Doctor Hate is unmasked, while the Penguin shows how evil and manipulative he can truly be. In Batman Brave and the Bold, the close ties of Batman and Joker date back to their first interaction, but it's the Wild Dog story that really shines in this issue. Plus a nearly silent Power Girl issue and Batman is confronted by an interesting antagonist who may be calling the shots in the "afterlife" desert he finds himself in.
Jace is joined by the legendary comic creator Todd McFarlane. They discuss all the upcoming events for Spawn in 2024 including the upcoming 350th issue. Additionally, there are 7 new series coming from Todd McFarlane Productions this year, all set in the same universe as Spawn. Todd also hopes to have news regarding the Spawn movie this year with a possible release date in 2025 to be announced. Todd also chats about his upcoming Kickstarter campaign for what he calls "the most detailed action figure" he has ever made and reveals some of his plans to celebrate 30 years of McFarlane Toys. Plus they guys discuss the early days of Spawn and Todd's recruitment of some of the top writers of the early 90's to writer issues of Spawn. There's tons of information and lot of fun to be had as we celebrate the longest running independent comic character of all-time.
Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics titles for the week of January 16, 2023. We get the end of Superman Lost which has the guys struggling to decide if it was a worthy ending for the series or not. We also have an excellent issue of Jay Garrick that expands on the origin of STAR Labs and Garrick himself. Superman is in the old west and both Titans and Nightwing deal with fallout from Beastworld. Plus the JL may have an unlikely ally in their battle against the giant monsters unleashed by the Legion of Doom. Join us for our thoughts on these titles and more.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of January 9, 2024. We get the first issue of a brand new era of Action Comics, a flashback in Green Lantern that gives some context for the current state of the Green Lantern Corps and The Outsiders explore a new mystery. Plus, the villain in Wesley Dodds, Sandman is revealed ... or is he?
Rocky flies solo while Jace recovers from the effects of Kryptonite to discuss the DC Comics titles for the first week of the new year, January 2, 2024. How is the entity Zur-En-Arrh affecting the Failsafe protocol? Plus the highly-anticipated Kneel Before Zod series kicks off, which we expect will return Zod to his evil ways.
Jace is joined by multi-Eisner award winning creator Chip Zdarsky to talk about his long run on Daredevil, his current work on Batman, pluse creator owned projects like Stillwater, Newburn Public Domain and more!
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel finish the year off with a HUGE spotlight for DC Comics titles dropping the week of December 26, 2022. A full slate with 17 issue to chat about. We get the end of the epic run on Action Comics form Phillip Kennedy Johnson, while Beast World and Amazon Attacks keep the action going for DC's two current big events. Cyborg and Batman Beyond both come to satisfying conclusions and Alan Scott Green Lantern is trending in that direction as well. Penguin, this week, spotlights a lesser known DC antagonist that appears to have a big role upcoming in the title and we can't wait. Join us to hear about these books and more.
The Finder
Writer - Christos Gage, Artist - Tomas Giorello, Color Artist - Diego Rodriguez, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Jace and Rocky celebrate Christmas with what may be the best Bad Idea comic of all. Non-stop action, a nuanced villain and so much potential for the story to continue. Add to that some next level line and color work and you have yourself something very, very special. HIGHEST possible recommendation.
Burning Man
Writer - Peter Milligan, Artist - Juan Jose Ryp, Color Artist - Andrew Dalhouse, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Jace and Rocky are back on Christmas Eve to chat about Burning Man. This story has all the classic beats from a deal with the devil you would expect, but there are plenty of fresh ideas to make it unpredictable and the line and color work bring the action together to make for a real page-turner. Once again showing that Bad Idea and it's creator know how to create one hell of a comic it the cliffhanger ending than can lea to many paths forward that is most memorable. We can't wait to see how it all turns out in the end.
Passive Aggressive
Writer - Matt Kindt, Artist - David Laptham, Letterer - Troy Peteri
Jace and Rocky continue the 12 Days of The Comic Source Presents: Bad Idea by diving into the world of Hero Trade. We get another interesting marketing and distribution aspect to a Bad Idea book as there are actually two versions of this book. One takes a look at the story through the eyes of the aggressive protagonist, while the other focus on the more passive of the two lead characters. It makes for a very interesting and unique way to look at events. Seen through the eyes of different characters, the same events can be seen so differently.
Pyrate Queen #'s 1-4
Writer - Peter Milligan, Artist - Adam Pollina, Color Artist - Tamra Bonvillain, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Jace and Rocky chat about Pyrate Queen and the well loved plot points of any great pirate comics, action, high seas adventure and revenge! This is a superb story with a surprise twist towards the end brought to life brilliantly by fantastic line and color work.
Jace and Rocky chat about Monster Kill Squad on the latest 12 Days of the Comic Source Podcast. As the guys continue to explore the Bad Idea catalog, Rocky once again has his favorite series from the publisher. The most traditional feeling story so far with incredible art and fantastic character work.
Refuse
Writer - Matt Kindt, Art & Colors - Marguerite Sauvage, Letterer - Dave Lanphear
Last Resort
Writer - Mark Russell, Artist - Adam Pollina, Color Artist - Ulises Arreola, Letterer - Dave Lanphear
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel chat about the Bad Idea one-shot Refuse X Last Resorts. The first story is a nearly silent tale with hugely emotional impact. Gorgeous line and color work shows the possibilities of sequential art as a powerful storytelling medium. The second story is darkly humorous and satirical as we have come to expect from Mark Russell. Quirky Adam Pollina art brings this tale to life in a wonderful way that perfectly balances out the cynical nature of the story.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of December 19, 2023. Nightwing brings Dick's swashbuckling adventures to a close with a shocking reminder from his past. World's Finest and Justice League Vs. Godzilla Vs Kong continue to ratchet up the action. Wonder Woman has a very heartfelt experience while the political fallout of the Sovereign's actions against the Amazons keeps building. Plus Green Lantern War Journal and Batman Off-World give us all-out cosmic action!
Jace and Rocky celebrate the holiday season with 12 Days Of The Comic Source Presents Bad Idea. This episode we are chatting about Escape From Wyoming. A wild idea for a prison break from a secret alien super-max prison on Earth. There's a definite buddy cop feel and the Jorge Monlongo art has the perfect animated feel.
The Lot #1-4
Writer - Marguerite Bennett, Artist - Renato Guedes, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Jace and Rocky chat about the Bad Idea horror title The Lot, plenty to unpack in this one with great relevant themes of gender, the importance of story and the Old Hollywood way of doing things. Plus the Renato Guedes art is gorgeous with grayscale adding just the right mood for this macabre tale.
Jace and Rocky talk about the tongue in cheek seriousness of Hank Howard Pizza Detective and the unique way Bad Idea distributed the title. Plus the first look at Save Now, the property that is the story currently being Kickstarted by Bad Idea.
Jace and Rocky return as the 12 Days of The Comic Source presents Bad Idea marches on. This episode focuses on the one-shot Whalesville X Rocks and Minerals. It's two stores that are both suited for all-ages and are full of adventure and imagination. Add in incredible art and Bad Idea is showcasing the true power of the medium and sequential storytelling. An absolute must-read that should be shared with younger readers.
Slay Bells #1
Writer - Zeb Wells, Artist - David Lafuente, Color Artist - Ulises Arreola, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Jace and Rocky break down the wildest Santa Story ever. This may truly bad idea but there is no doubt the art is awesome and the story ramps up the action to a big finish. Join as we celebrate Day 3 of The 12 Days of The Comic Source.
Tankers #'s 1-3
Writer - Robert Venditti, Artist - Juan Jose Ryp, Color Artist - Andrew Dalhouse, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Jace and Rocky celebrate the 12 Days of The Comic Source Day 2 with Tankers. This is a wild, over the top action-packed comic that has a unique blend of dark humor and characters that take themselves very seriously. The Juan Jose Ryp art is perfectly suited to the non-stop battles, amazing mechs and amazing dinosaurs that share the spotlight in this book. It is pure fun from start to finish.
Jace and Rocky chat about the 2021 debut series from Bad Idea, ENIAC. Drawing from real world events and history, Matt Kindt and Doug Braithwaite craft a thrilling story of sentient technology balanced with intimate emotion from relevant characters. Join the guys as they break the story down issues by issue and talk about the compelling and meta-relevant themes of AI and political tensions.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! break down a massive week of DC titles. We finally get the end of Waller vs Wildstorm, the battle rages on in Titans: Beast World, there's a big surprise from Damian's past in Batman and Robin and Superman turns to Constantine for help with his magic problem. Plus both guys give their Book of the Week nod to the series finale of Danger Street. Listen for all the details about these books and more.
Jace chats with writer Joshua Williamson and artist Tom Reilly about the upcoming Duke #1 from Skybound. This kicks off a brand new origin for G.I. Joe and how that team forms and connects to the larger Energon Universe including Transformers and Void Rivals. It's a big universe full of wild adventure and stories already, so be sure you don't miss this latest addition. Duke starts out as a bit of a spy thriller type story and Josh talks about how it compares to his Cobra Commander book coming in January. We get some great insights from Tom as well, about character design, how he approaches realism and the upcoming challenges of drawing so many characters. Listen in for all the fun.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of December 5, 2023. We get a fantastic Batman/Santa Claus Team-Up in the DC weekly holiday series, the Birds of Prey face some serious consequences for their invasion of Paradise Island and Billy Batson shows just what an incredible hero he is as he stands up to the gods. Hear about all these books and more!
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel chat about the DC books for the week of November 28, 2023. Steelworks, Static, Green Arrow and City Boy all come to a close with varying degrees of success in terms of giving a satisfying conclusion. Meanwhile Action Comics, Cyborg, Power Girl and Alan Scott Green Lantern all continue to be excellent. Also the debut of Titans Beast World and Batman '89 Echoes earn our Book of the Week selections. You'll have to listen in to see who picked which title and hear our thoughts on this monstrous week with 17 DC books.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics for the week of November 21, 2023. It's a big week with some great titles headlined by Batman Off-World which is action-packed and a wild-ride right from the start. The continued exploration of the early days of Magog in World's Finest is also an instant classic and Wonder Woman's combination of action and politics is also extremely well-balanced. Catwoman starts on some new adventures, the action ramps up in JL Vs Godzilla Vs Kong and how is defeating The Chained actually a bad thing for Superman. Listen in for all the details.
Jace chats about the comic creators and celebrity guests you can expect to see at LACC this weekend, Plus he chats about the show overall.
Jace and Rocky from ComicBoom! talk about the DC titles for the week of November 14, 2023. We reach the end of the road for WildC.A.T.s which sets up a new status quo for the team moving forward, but when we might see them again, it is too soon to say. We also have the end of The Vigil, which gives some Planetary vibes, so some Wildstorm inspired storytelling there as well and we can't wait to read more of that story. Speaking of Planetary, throw in some Authority overlap and you have the debut issue of the latest iteration of The Outsiders, plus Green Lantern continues to be action-packed, Danger Street mantains its excellence as does Detective Comics. Plus the world and character building in Sandman is top-notch. Join us to hear about these books and more!
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel discuss the DC titles for the week of November 7, 2023. We return to the world of Christopher Reeves' Superman, the Birds of Prey strike team lands on Themyscira and Batman has a mind bomb. What is a Mind Bomb? Yeah we don't know either! Listen in for our thoughts on these titles and more.
Jace chats with writers Cullen Bunn and Shannon Eric Denton about their wildly fun Horror Host themed comic that they've brought to Zoop. With art by Rob Zombie artist David Hartman, and featuring the creations of David Dastmalchian (Count Crowley), Eisner-nominated Rodney Barnes (Nita Hawes), Vamp (Vamp), Cullen Bunn (Shock Shop), and Chynna Clugston Flores (Ms. Halloween), you have to join this campaign on Zoop to get this prestige hardcover original graphic novel.
Jace welcomes Cam Kerkau back to the show to chat about the conclusion of his Gilgamesh Eternal series and where the series and world may go in the future.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom YouTube channel celebrate Halloween by chatting about the DC Comics titles for the week of October 31, 2023. We get an anniversary issue for The Return of Superman, Spirit World ends in style and The Gotham War goes out with a bit of a whimper. Hear our thoughts on these books and more.
Jace chats with writer Wells Thompson about his emotional original graphic novel on Zoop Depths. An emotional tale, about loss, isolation and overcoming impossible odds.
Jace chats with writer/editor Cassandra Jones about the anthology Let Her Be Evil. Cass has put together an wealth of creative talent across 17 short-stories highlighting the strength of women cutting lose and showcasing them at their most evil. Learn about the challenges of putting this project together and Cas's thought process in bringing it to Zoop.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about the DC Comics for the week of October 24, 2023. We get an awesome first issue for Alan Scott Green Lantern. There is a big flip-flop regarding Flash #2 while the Penguin features the return of a nearly forgotten super team. The end of Doom Patrol is just as fun as the series has been throughout and Wonder Woman shows how powerful she is now while flashing back to show how she's always been a tactician. Get thoughts on all these books and more in this episode.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of October 17, 2023. We have the debut issues of Jay Garrick Flash and Justice League vs Godzilla vs King which are both very fun, Nightwing has Dick Grayson as a pirate, the Gotham War continues in Catwoman and the origins of Magog are starting to be revealed in World's Finest. Thoughts about all these titles and more.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel give their spoiler-free thoughts on By A Thread #1. It's the latest Comixology Original title from writer Scott Snyder with his son Jack as co-writer. Gorgeous, kinetic art with wonderful emotion in both facial expressions and body language by Valeria Flavoccia is perfected complemented by beautiful color work from Whitney Cogar wit lettering by Tom Napolitano rounding out the creative team. This debut issue does a wonderful job of establishing the status quo of the world these creators have crafted while offering a compelling narrative that promises for fun and adventure to come.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of October 10, 2023. We get the debut of Wesley Dodds, Sandman and Batman City of Madness which are both fantastic. Also Green Lantern has a very classic feel while Superman Lost is hitting all the right emotional notes. Learn about these titles and more.
Jace chats with writer Jason Michael Primrose about his Zoop campaign for The Lost Children Of Andromeda: The Arrival. Based in the world of his Sci-Fi novel series The Lost Children Of Andromeda, this is a prequel story that kickstarts the rich world and Story Jason has built. Find out about the biggest difference in writing novels versus comics for Jason and his plans for the future of the series.
Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics titles for the week of October 3, 2023. There is a big debate about Gotham War, not if it's bad, they both agree on that. Well, for the most part, but a vigorous discussion is to be had about WHY it's bad. Yeah, they do that. Meanwhile, Jace goes over the DC Halloween special, Rocky shouts out Shazam as book of the week and Jace gives his nod to the laugh out loud read that is Fire & Ice, Welcome to Smallville.
Jace chats with creator Richard Pace about his current Zoop campaign for Coven: A Book of 100 Witches. Richard takes about the origins of the project. his ideas to expand it beyond an art book and how much fun he is having drawing these witches. Plus plenty of talk about process and the art of inking.
Beneath The Trees Where Nobody Sees - Release date October 18th
Jace is joined by cartoonist Patrick Horvath to talk about his upcoming title from IDW, Beneath The Trees Where Nobody Sees. Equal parts Dexter and Richard Scarry's Busy Town, the title explores some dark themes with gorgeous brightly colored art that is a fantastic contrast to the narrative. Listen in as Patrick shares some insights into his process, the inspirations for the series and his creative choices.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! review the DC Comics titles for the week of September 26, 2023 as it is a huge week with 15 books. We get the first issues of Powergirl and Flash with the guys agreeing that one is great and disagreeing on the quality of the other. We also get the return of a fascinating character in Penguin #2, fun all-out action in Doom Patrol and Batman Brave and the Bold has some high quality stories.
0:00 - Intro
4:31 - Harley Quinn 32 - Tini Howard and Sweeney Boo
12:45 - Detective Comics 1074 by Ram V, Dan Watters, Dustin Nguyen and Hayden Sherman
26:05 - Green Arrow 4 by Joshua Williamson and Sean Izaakse
33:04 - Spirit World 5 by Alyssa Wong and Haining
42:31 - Batman: Brave and the Bold 5 - Joker Story Tom King and Mitch Gerads
51:17 - Stormwatch story (Brave and the Bold 5) Ed Brisson and Jeff Spokes
57:14 - Emilia Harcourt story (Brave and the Bold 5) Rob Williams and Stefano Landini
1:02:08 - Batman Black and White (Brave and the Bold 5) Ed Brisson and Jorge Fornes
1:05:29 - Gotham War: Red Hood 1 by Matthew Rosenberg and Nikola Cizmesija
1:13:38 - Batman Beyond Neo-Gothic 3 Collin Kelly, Jackson Lanzing and Max Dunbar
1:21:15 - The Flash 1 by Si Spurrier and Mike Deodato Jr
1:39:10 - Tales of the Titans: Donna Troy 3 Steve Orlando, Kath Lobo and Bob Quinn
1:47:07 - Static: Shadows of Dakota 6 by Vita Ayala and Nikolas Draper-Ivey
1:54:40 - Action Comics 1057 - Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Rafa Sandavol
2:04:24 - Young Jon Kent- Home Again- Glyanna story by Dan Jurgens and Lee Weeks
2:10:06 - Superboy and Ms. Martian story Magdalene Visaggio and Mathew Clark
2:16:23 - The Penguin 2 by Tom King and Rafael de Latorre
2:26:34 - Power Girl 1 by Leah Williams and Eduardo Pansica
2:35:56 - The Unstoppable Doom Patrol 6 of 7 by Dennis Culver and Chris Burnham
2:47:10 - Wildcats 11 by Matthew Rosenberg, Stephen Segovia and Tom Derenick
2:55:32 - Picks of the Week
Jace chats with writer Scott Bryan Wilson and artist Max Fuchs about their recently released debut issue of Kill More from IDW. Set in a city that is literally falling apart with anyone and everyone relocating if they can, it attracts exactly the wrong kinds of people, namely serial killers. This procedural explores the lives of the cops who stick it out to try and solve these crimes as well as the eclectic and numerous serial killers who are attracted to the chaos and entropy in the city of Colonia as it collapses. Sharp dialogue, impactful art and moody colors make this a must-read.
Jace is joined by veteran comic superstar Sean Chen and actor, producer, director Daniel Wu to talk about the current 24/7 Comic Kickstarter campaign for their project Evermind. Set in the near future and exploring ideas of technology run amok and blurring the lines between morality, exploitation of technology and the very things that make us human, Evermind is set at a breakneck pace with action-oriented art and thought-provoking ideas. Sean, Daniel and Jace talk about exploring those ideas while connecting with the readers and the unique process 24/7 used by generating early feedback for the title. Join us for this fun and intriguing conversation.
Jace and Rocky breakdown the DC titles for the week of September 19, 2023 starting with the third part of Gotham War, Cyborg, Superman and Green Lantern War Journal are all excellent while Wonder Woman #1 is the big debut and does not disappoint. The book of the week for both guys is Vigil once again as it continues to dominate every week it is released.
Jace and Rocky break down Wonder Woman #1 from Tom King and Daniel Sampere. It's a new status quo for the Amazon Princess and the Amazons themselves as they are branded terrorists. King leans into the idea of Winder Woman as a rebel and the Sampere art is absolutely stunning. Plus a new villain is introduced with origins linked to the very beginnings of America.
Jace is joined by artist David Nakayama to talk about his current Kickstarter Campaign for a gorgeous hardcover celebrating his work and career. David talk a bit about his process and decision to focus on covers and how important color is to his composition. The guys also chat about David's early days of falling in love with comics! Listen in and join in the fun.
Jace welcomes cartoonist Andrew Howell to the show to talk about his current Sci-Fi project as well as Beyond!. The full-length graphic novel in the spirit of Beetlejuice is a mix of zaniness and dark humor as it explores the afterlife. Listen in for all the details.
Jace chats with writer Paul Allor about the first issue of his self-published anthology series, Pink Midnight: Barber Psychic, the second installment covers 85 years in the life of a barber who can see the future as he cuts people hair, this psychological horror story is beautifully illustrated in black and white by Juan Romera.
Rocky from Comic Boom! and Jace break down the DC Comics titles for the week of September 12, 2023. In anticipation of Batman day on the 16th we have Batman and Robin #1 and Batman Gargoyle of Gotham. Plus Batman Inc comes to a series conclusion. Also the latest issue of Danger Street is a bit of a departure from what has come before, while Superman Lost is much more predictable but no less enjoyable because of that.
Jace is joined by writer Trevor Fernandes Lenkiewicz and artist Ryan Best for an exclusive announcement about the latest project for Pocket Watch Press, Rise. A superhero story but with a twist, it will explore so very meta themes of masculinity in modern times through the lens of a character who derives his powers very much based on self-perception and his inherent maleness. If its anything like Trevor's previous work, we are expecting great things. Plus with artist Ryan Best pushing himself beyond the traditional look for superhero comics, we are in for one heck of a visual story. There's tons of information about the upcoming campaign, such as expected tiers and a general time frame for the launch of the campaign so listen in.
Writer Jeremy Adams returns to the show to talk about Green Lantern #3. Coming out of Knight Terrors, he tells us why it is the perfect time to jump on Green Lantern as some of the mysteries surrounding Hal's return to earth are about to be solved. Plus we'll learn why Sinestro is trapped on earth as well and how does that tie into the recent Knight Terrors Sinestro story. There's a lot to unpack for all GL fans, so listen in!
Jace is back after missing last weeks and the guys do not see eye to eye on the end of Knight Terrors and especially, Gotham War. A 45-minute pre-show discussion spills over into the episode as Rocky feels the Bat-Family has totally dropped the ball and are siding with Selina and he is definitely Team Bruce. Jace is more willing to consider that the proteges of Bruce weren't aware, perhaps purposefully, of what Selina was up to not wanting to confront her without Bruce's approval. Not that Jace is Team Selina, he is actually Team No One as he feels they are both wrong. With that out of the way the attention turns to Book of the Week for both guys as they do agree that Birds of Prey from Kelly Thompson is superb! An honorable mention goes to Blue Beetle as it picks up where the last series left off, while capturing the fun of the recent film as well. Peacemaker Tries Hard, Steelworks and JSA also continue to be great reads! So listen if for more details on these as well as the other DC titles this week.
Jace is joined by writer Kenny Porter to talk about Spawn. Kenny is on an epic re-read of the first 100 issues to be followed by diving into the next 200 which he hasn't read before. It's a fantastic conversation with interesting mix of perspectives. Kenny brings both a sense of nostalgia and context from a writer who is actively working in comics right now. Plus the guys chat about Kenny's current Superboy run and his series, The Schlub, which just kicked off. Listen in!
Rocky flies solo on this one as the Knight Terrors event comes to an end with plenty of teases for DC stories to come. Plus the heroes celebrate the impending end of summer with a Swimsuit Special full of fun stories and gorgeous art. Meanwhile, Doomsday takes center stage in a special of his own and a war in Gotham kicks off and Bruce and Selina's relationship may not survive it.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of August 22, 2023. It's the penultimate week of Knight Terrors and we can see how everything can wrap up with just one more issue, but the event isn't breaking any new ground this week though it continues to be very new reader friendly. Penguin is a stunning debut from Tom King and earns Rocky's Book of the Week now, while Jace gives acknowledgment to the tremendously enjoyable Doom Patrol which continues to delight.
Final Order Cutoff Green Lantern: War Journal #1 - August 27th
Jace welcome writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson back to the show to talk about his upcoming series, Green lantern Wat Journal. Just why is John Stewart back on earth and what is the new threat that won't allow him to find peace? Plus Phillip talks about his take on John and how he compares to writing Superman. There's lot to unpack in this one, so listen in!
In this episode we discuss; The Cull #1 Full Breakdown with Comic Boom!
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Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! do a detailed breakdown of The Cull #1 by Kelly Thompson and Mattia De Iulis from Image Comics. From a visual and narrative aspect, they discuss the story beats and plot points, plus speculation and what certain details might mean. Also Jace discuss the potential investment opportunities in the book as it has been announced the first issue has sold out.
Jace chats with writer/artist Tony Gregori about his Zoop campaign for Porkchop Robot Killer. It's just as bonkers as it sounds taking inspiration from things like TMNT and Short Circuit, but it has a ton of heart. Inspired by someone close to Tony. It pays homage both in name and characterization. See the series description below and listen in for all the details.
*Isolated in a dystopic wasteland, overrun by AI-driven robots, a lone pig is on a quest to smash them all!
TMNT and Short Circuit meets Mad Max in this oil-soaked symphony of destruction, as a pugilistic porker scours the dunes of old world, defending the green from the digital overlords of our future. Join Porkchop, and his robot valet “Doug”, on a journey to rid the world of a viral menace. Or will his duty lead him to some unexpected discoveries?!*
Jace is joined by editor Viktor Kerney to talk about the Zoop campaign for We Belong. An anthology by Queer Black creators telling diverse stories set in fantastical fantasy and futuristic Sci-Fi settings starring queer characters of color. Many of these creators are getting their first chance to have published work and they are pouring their all into it. Listen in for more details.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube Channel chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of August 15, 2023. Only two more weeks of Knight Terrors after this so how is the event shaping up? Also we get a collected issue of all the Penguin back-ups that appeared in recent issue of Batman leading into his new series, World's Finest gives us a fresh take on the first meeting between Batman and Superman and The Vigil continues to be the best title DC comics is putting out.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! celebrate Rocky's new graphics and theme music by chatting about the DC Comics titles for the week of August 8, 2023. Knight Terrors rolls on and we get incredible character work from Kenny Porter in Robin while in Green Lantern Hal turns the tables on Insomnia. Speaking of Insomnia, we get more hints about his origin and it isn't pretty. Meanwhile in the non-event titles we have two absolutely amazing issues as our Books of the Week, with the Superman Annual and Danger Street #8 taking the top honors this week.
Jace is joined by comic creator Benjamin Morse to talk about his latest Zoop campaign. this time Ben is mining all things 80's to give us a epic space adventure with some great new characters that somehow feel familiar. Take a listen to find out how he did it, hear all about character design and find out about the rewards you can get for this campaign.
Jace is joined by two very talented creators to talk about their recently released debut issue of Magneto #1, J.M. De Matteis and Todd Nauck. The series is set during the time Magneto had taken over has headmaster of Xavier's School for Gifted Children and that time happens to coincide with one of Todd's favorite eras. How his intimate knowledge of the New Mutants is adding the story is fantastic. Meanwhile, J.M. is going what he does best in exploring questions of identity and complexity of character with Magento going back to his earliest appearances. Plus some teases for what's to come!
Jace chats with creator Joanna Starer about the upcoming DC Comics title Fire & Ice: Welcome to Smallville. We hear how the female heroes have been "exlied" to Smallville by Superman and talk about the tone of the series overall. Joanne also mentions her love of the classic Bwa-ha-ha era that really solidified the relationship between these two lesser known characters. Plus plenty more teases of what to expect in the series.
Jace sat down with Khary Randolph and Joanne Starer about their recently launched title from Boom Studios, Sirens of the City. Randolph is bringing a very distinctive and intentional art style with lots of blacks and splashes of color while Joanne draws on her lifetime of living in NYC to imbue the story with a very grungy 80's New York feel. The first issue is out already and Book just released a preview of issue #2 that you can see below.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel are here to chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of August 1. 2023. We get the final issue of the first set of Knight Terrors titles, the conclusion of Jon Kent's foray into the Injustice Universe and Peacemaker continues to try really, really hard! Plus a fantastic Thessaly One-shot that not only gives a good overview of the character for new readers, but ties into the current Sandman Universe titles very, very well.
Jace chats with Tom Akel and Ryan Benjamin about the upcoming campaign for a new board game based on the legendary Stan Lee. Hear all about the details of the game and how you can build your own characters and universe from a pool of 200 characters. Plus Ryan Benjamin takes about his Comic Pro Boot Camp and a new opportunity for aspiring creators to learn the ins and outs of the industry.
Announced about a week before San Diego Comic Con 2023, Rafael Grampa has a Black Label Batman title coming called, Batman: The Gargoyle of Gotham. It's a bucket list item for the talented creator who most fans know only as an artist. Albeit, an artist with a very distinctive style who looks wholly unique. During the Gotham panel and the convention, DC Comics and Rafael gave some sneak peeks about the art and story. We were fortunate enough to sit down with Rafael after the panel and discuss the project in a little more detail.
Jace catches up with writer Dennis Culver at San Diego Comic Con 2023 to take about the unique paring of Zatanna and Robotman in Knight Terrors and the joy of writing Doom Patrol. The guys discuss the pacing of Knight Terrors Zatanna and the common ground Zee and Cliff find only to find the tables completely turned on them in the end. Also, Dennis talks about being intentional with integrating all the eras of the Doom Patrol, from Grant Morrison to Rachel Pollack to Gerard Way.
In this episode we discuss; LIVE from SDCC '23 with Ram V & The Vigil
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Jace sat down with Ram V at San Diego Comic Con to chat about the BEST comic DC is currently publishing. Ram has a special connection to The Vigil with it's setting in his home country of India and the guys talk about the interesting dichotomies of Ram's homeland and how it makes such a rich backdrop for dramatic story. Also some character development talk and a tease for what's to come.
Eisner-award winning cartoonist Jeffrey Brown had a big hit when he entered the storied halls of DC Comics to work on what is arguably their most important character, Batman. His Batman, Robin and Howard YA graphic novel was well-received and despite having no plans for a sequel originally, DC announced on it's YA Panel that a 3 part sequel is in its way. Jace sat down with Jeffrey at the convention to chat about what led to his decision to return to these characters, the challenge of not taking Batman too seriously and what experiences he pulls from his own life for the story.
There was an equal mix of nostalgia and excitement during the Skybound Energon panel at San Diego Comic Con on Saturday afternoon. Onstage you had the writers of G.I.Joe and Transformers, Joshua Williamson and Daniel Warren Johnson (who is also handling art duties), respectively. Alongside these creators were Skybound's Editor in Chief Sean Mackiewicz and founder Robert Kirkman rounding out a line-up of creative minds who have deep connections to these properties that they loved as children.
Announced at the Worlds of Metropolis panel, which focuses on all things Superman for San Diego Comic Con 2023 attendees, Joe Casey is coming back to DC and back the the Superman family of books. This time, along with artist Dan McDaid, he is taking on the iconic villain, Zod. The history between the House of El and the House of Zod has varied in degrees of antagonism depending on the version of Superman and Kryptonian history at any given time. For a casual fan or someone who only knows of Zod through film, he is the antithesis of Superman and a formidable foe, As Casey put it in the audio interview available below, ALL of Superman's power with none of his morality.
Jace is back from San Diego Comic Con and joined by Rocky from Comic Boom! to chat about this week's DC titles. Knight Terrors is on the rise once again, we get an issue of Batman Brave & the Bold where every story is awesome and the debut of The Last Days of Lex Luthor does not disappoint! Listen in for the details on these titles and more.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about the DC titles for the week of July 18, 2023. The inconsistency of Knight Terrors continues but Punchline and Catwoman are great reads. Meanwhile, Tales of Teen Titans Starfire is emotional and Static Shadows of Dakota is even more emotionally powerful. All that said, the Book of the Week for both guys is The Vigil, simply the best DC comic coming out right now. Listen in to find our why along with thoughts on the other titles.
Veteran creator Jimmy Palmiotti returns to the show to chat about his current Kickstarter Campaign, Triggergirl 6: Justice. Featuring the return of a character who originally debuted in Creator-Owned Heroes from Image Comics back in 2012, the concept was a bit prescient at the time. Set in the near future and exploring ideas of extinction and climate change, these ideas and this character has only become more realistic in the ensuing years. Join the conversation to learn more about this specific story and the creative process behind it.
When it comes to backing the campaign, you can pledge with confidence and Jimmy has successfully funded and fulfilled over twenty Kickstarter campaigns at this point. It's a great way to build a community and connect with fans. Jimmy's passion for these stories, along with his attention to detail for everything from the printing process to each individually shipped package, means you are getting the highest quality comic imaginable. So go check out the campaign, join the community by pledging and if you see Jimmy at San Diego Comic Con 2023, be sure to say hi!
Jace chats with author Rich Johnson about his recently released book, Hulk - Worldbreaker, Hero, Icon. A broad overview of the multifaceted eras of one of Marvel's most famous heroes. Rich talks about how he selected which eras to cover, what other characters are in the book and how you can use the guide to go more in depth with which comics and trades to read.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! tackle the second week of Knight Terrors which is a huge improvement over the first week. Also we get the return of Danger Street, Superman starts to show the effects of being lost for so long and the action in Batman Inc. reaches an all-time high.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of July 4, 2023. Knight Terrors kicks off and the guys didn't have high expectations, but you might be surprised by their thoughts, Also, there are a few non-event books out this week and the guys really like what they are getting from those titles. Be sure to listen in for all the details.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel talk about the DC releases for the week of June 27, 2023. The guys especially liked Batman Brave and the Bold, Green Arrow and Fables with an honorable mention for Action Comics. Some Flash movie and SDCC talk also, so listen in!
Jace and Rocky are back for another week of DC Comics titles. The guys love the ending of Black Adam and are desperately hoping for more of this story. The end of Batgirls and Wonder Woman #800 are the ends of their respective runs and welcome in a very different way. Superboy continues to impress as does The Vigil while Superman and World's Finest are both excellent.
Jace is joined by Eisner-award winning writer Mark Russell to chat about Superman: Space Age. Nominated for best limited series for the 2023 Eisner's, Space Age follows the titular character through the civil unrest of the 60's to the urban challenges of the 70's into the consumerism of the 80's with a realistic yet fantastical feel that only would work in a DC comic. With incredible art from Mike and Laura Allred this is a must-read story of DC's great characters and universe being shaped by real-world events along with the crisis's that work so well in DC's multiverse. Plus the guys chat about the Superman vs Imperious Lex story which feels like it belongs in the same universe as Space Age.
Jace chats with creator Edgar Miranda-Rodriguez about his current Zoop campaign for the La Borinquena Zoop campaign. Collecting the first 4 issues of this Eisner-award winning character in a fantastic hardcover package. Tons of pin-ups from fantastic artists and add-ons like hats and keychains are also available with Stretch Goals to come. Here is what Zoop has to say about La Borinquena.
The independently published superhero graphic novel series LA BORINQUEÑA is finally available in its entirety! This oversized 310-page limited edition hardcover makes for a beautiful addition to your bookshelf or coffee table, and for bookstores and libraries it is the perfect showcase for this Eisner-Award winner.
La Borinqueña Volume 1 collects, for the first time, all La Borinqueña stories to date (including the most recent one guest starring Rosario Dawson), short stories, pin-ups, and other bonus content. Original cover created by Ariel Jesús Colón (Action Comics, Green Lantern, Dark Crisis) with interior art by Will Rosado (1/6, GI Joe), Christopher Sotomayor (Avengers, Captain America) and more.
Your pre-order will support our continued philanthropic work in Puerto Rico via our La Borinqueña Grant Awards.
Marisol Rios De La Luz, a student at Columbia University with a major in Earth and Environmental science, is studying abroad in Puerto Rico. Shortly after arriving, she finds out that her classes at the University of Puerto Rico are no longer available due to budget cuts. Initially she is disappointed, but she decides to create her own lab in the back of her grandfather's café where she will conduct research on the rock samples that she acquires from her exploration of five caves. One night, she goes to Cueva Ventana during a storm and makes a shocking discovery about La Estrella Del Camino, which results in her receiving her powers from Atabex, Huracan, and Yucahu. As a superhero with a commitment to solving Puerto Rico's environmental issues, the people recognize her not only as their vigilante but as a symbol of hope.
La Borinqueña Volume 1* is an oversized hardcover that presents readers with the first full story-arc of Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez’ titular character that has been in development over the last seven years. It features an exclusive cover designed by DC Comics cover artist Ariel Jesús Colón (Acton Comics, Green Lantern, Dark Crisis) with interior story art by Will Rosado (1/6, GI Joe) and Christopher Sotomayor* (Avengers, Captain America), and story written by Edgardo Miranda-Rodriguez.
La Borinqueña #1*, published in 2016,is officially part of the permanent collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of American Historyand will be included in this hardcover edition, along with La Borinqueña #2 (2018), La Borinqueña #3 (2021), the critically acclaimed team-up La Borinqueña guest starring Rosario Dawson (2022)*, and more short stories, pin-ups, and other bonus content.
Jace is joined by writer Zack Kaplan to chat about three of his recent series which are now all available in collected editions. First off is the mind-bending mind control thriller that gets a bit meta when it references technology. Next up is Break Out an action-packed heist adventure with teenagers trying to break intoan alien craft to rescue their siblings. Finally we have Metal Society as a civilization built by robots brings back the extinct human race, but they have unknowingly brought a culture and class problem also.
Jace returns to the New Comic Wednesday episodes to talk about some great Marvel and Image titles. First the sad news of the passing of a legend as Jace talks about the incredible career and impact of John Romita Sr. We get the final issue of Captain Marvel which is spectacular and we are sad to see this series come to an end. Also the final chapter of the Cold War Story in Captain Marvel leaves us with some mixed feelings about how it all turned out while still wanting more Cap from this creative team. The new Black Panthers series is off to a great start as is the new Image series Klik Klik Boom, Plus Immortal Sergeant and Something Epic are continuing at the highest possible level.
Jace and Rocky break down the books from DC Comics for the week of June 13, 2023. Jace goes in a bit of a rant about DC events and Rocky talks about the title that just isn't doing it for him. Overall though, it is a strong week with many contenders for Books of the Week, Superman Lost, Static team-up, Batman Incorporated and Spirit World all got some consideration. So what did the guys choose? Listen in to find out.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel chat about the DC Comics releases for the week of June 6, 2023. We get the final issue of Jeremy Adams's Flash and he gives us one of the best stories of his entire run, plus a sneak peek on what to expect from Si Spurrier's upcoming story. Also the participants in the Milestone Initiative impress with their contributions to the Milestone Universe, while Peacemaker Tries Hard continues to be hilarious and Steelworks #1 is a great jumping on point for new readers.
Having successfully funded six previous Kickstarter campaigns, Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz returns with a new campaign for an anthology book. Exploring ideas of perspective and connection Trevor works with several artist to bring these stories to life. Listen in for the details on the stories & artist and be sure to go check out the campaign.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of May 30th, 2023. We get the best issue of Detective Comics we've had in awhile, Power Girl looks to be headed in a new direction for the character while Icon vs Hardware feels like a mini crisis. The book that really impressed both guys and takes of the majority of the episode is DC Pride, as it exceeds all expectations.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of May 23, 2023. We get the debut of City Boy't title that gives a glimpse into his traumatic past, the Dead Boy Detectives reach the end of their latest adventure and Oliver Queen is still lost somewhere in the DC Universe. Join the guys for their thoughts on these titles and a whole lot more.
Jace chats with writer Ed Brisson about his upcoming series for AWA, Sins of the Salton Sea. Exploring ideas of guilt and the things we carry with us, with plenty of action and twist and turns, the first issue is action-packed! Ed gives us a behind the scenes look at how this series took shape with the blending of two different ideas and talks about working with artist C.P. Smith.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about the DC titles for the week of May, 16, 2023. We get the debut of The Vigil, in a fantastic fist issue. Both Titans and Cyborg kick off new series of their own while we approach the end of Batgirls and Black Adam. Tons of other titles dropping this week and the guys give their thoughts on them all.
Jace welcomes creator Jason Copland to the show to chat about his current Zoop campaign for Full Tilt. This is an all-out action story busting out in an over-sized graphic novel format. Jason has poured his heart and soul into all 300+ pages and talks about the influences behind the art and story. Plus plenty of behind the scenes process talk. You don't want to miss this one!
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of May 9, 2023. We get a fantastic first issue of Green Lantern, that feels both fresh and classic. Stargirl and the Lost Children ends on a satisfying note and teases more to come from the lost sidekicks at some point. Also Superman Lost and Batman: White Knight Generation Joker had the guys excited. Listen in for all the details on these titles and more.
Jace welcomes the crew from Bad idea back to the show to chat about the incredible first 12 hours of the Kickstarter campaign for Megalith. This is an epic story from writer Matt Kindt with what may be the best art of superstar Lewis LaRosa's career. A sci-fi tale filled with amazing images of giant robots going to battle, grounded with emotional characterization and plenty of plot twists. You DO NOT want to miss out, as many of the items offered in this campaign are exclusive and will not be available anywhere else. Once the campaign is done, these items won't be comign back so head over to the campaign page and check it out.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about this week's DC Comics. We get the ending of Marc Silvestri's epic Batman story. Also the debut of the new Peacemaker and Shazam titles. Joker's continuity is more convoluted than ever, but Jace gives a prediction on how the character might go from one his most reviled to one of his favorite.
Jace is joined by CEO, Publisher and Co-Founder of Rocketship Entertainment, Tom Akel. Tom is back to talk about the latest offerings from Rocketship and tease some projects coming soon!
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube Channel review the DC Comics titles for the week of April 25, 2023. We get a fantastic ending to Blue Beetle: Graduation Day, bringing all the more meaning to the subtitle of the series. Action comics continues to celebrate some great era's of the character and his family. Also Doom Patrol and Green Arrow are off to good starts. Listen in for out thoughts on these titles and a whole lot more.
Jace chats with Dan Didio about his recently released YA novel Hide or Seek. After steering the DC line for nearly two decades, we can confidently say that Dan knows superhero stories. During his time at DC Dan wrote a number of series including Phantom Stranger, OMAC and Sideways and now he is bringing that writing talent to the YA space with an engrossing novel about a young man who discovers his father is the world's most famous hero. Unfortunately, he finds out because his father has been killed and he is forced to go into hiding with his mother. From that set-up unfolds an action-packed and emotional story that will appeal to readers of all ages. You can find out more about Dan's debut novel below.
The guys also touch on Dan's current role at Frank Miller Presents and Dan gives a quick rundown of the titles coming out from the legendary creator's publishing company.
PRESS RELEASE:
From the Publisher of Frank Miller Presents Comics and accomplished DC Comics writer, Dan DiDio, comes his first young adult science fiction and fantasy novel, Hide or Seek: The Superpower Protection Program. Nick Pappas is the unknowing son of the god-like hero Odysseus and when his father is murdered on national television, Nick’s whole world is turned upside. He’s taken into the witness protection program, relocated to a small town called Crucible, populated not only with families of of his father’s greatest super-villains. What’s worse instead of a safe haven, Nick discovers Crucible is a prison designed to contain and train the powers he’s developing. Forced to remain in Crucible by the shadowy creatures called Mirror Men, who guard its border, Nick attempts to discover the extent of his powers and figure out who to trust amongst the eclectic band of kids he meets in town. Steeped in high stakes mystery, inventive superpowers, and friendship, Hide or Seek, captures the tone and excitement of great young adult series, like Percy Jackson and is perfect for dedicated comic fans and lovers of young adult science fiction and fantasy alike. For nearly twenty years, Dan DiDio has served DC Comics. He joined DC in January 2002 as Vice President of Editorial and quickly ascended into the role of Senior Vice President/Executive Editor of DC Comics. In that position, he directed the creative development and helped contemporize the superhero line of titles to bring increased relevancy and diversity. DiDio was also an accomplished writer at DC Comics, having created and redeveloped several comic series at DC, including Sideways, OMAC, Phantom Stranger, and, Metal Men. In 2010, DiDio was named Publisher of DC Entertainment alongside Jim Lee. As Publisher, he directed and oversaw DC Entertainment’s entire publishing business. Currently, Dan is partnered with comic and media legend, Frank Miller, and together they started their own publishing line, Frank Miller Presents.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic boom! YouTube channel break down the DC Comics titles for the week of April 18, 2023. We get a fantastic start in the first issue of Superboy The Man Of Tomorrow, Superman must find a way to defeat Parasite in the pages of his book, while The Flash has the return of a beloved DC duo. Also we get a plethora of Silent Tales that captures the fun of DC perfectly. The Book of the Week for both guys though, is DCeased. The entire creative team sticks the landing on this one with the emotion and impact we have come to expect from this story. Join in for thoughts in this titles and more!
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of April 11, 2023. They particularly loved the wild shenanigans going down in Danger Street and Jace also gave a lot of love to Superman Lost #2. Join in the fun and listen to details about these books, plus the other issues dropping this week.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel talk about the DC titles for the week of April 4, 2023. The One-Minute War in Flash concludes in epic fashion, with action, emotion and plenty of Flash Family moments. Meanwhile, Batman Joker Deadly Duo continues to show it will be a timeless story and Adventures of Superman Jon Kent takes an unexpected turn with a huge, impactful moment. Join us for out thoughts on these books and plenty more from DC this week.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about the DC titles for the week of March 28, 2023. The debut of Doom Patrol is a ton of fun with great art, Action Comics continues it's excellent new era and Stargirl continues to shine. Meanwhile, Gotham City Year One concludes as the best issue of the week and one of the best titles of the year. Join us for our thoughts on these books and more.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC comics titles for the week of March 21, 2023. Superman is soaring to new heights, Batman has his final Bad Day with Ra's Al Ghul and the GCPD Blue Wall comes to an end. Join us for our thoughts on these books and more!
Jace is on the road again, but he is joined by Rocky from Comic Boom! to chat about the DC titles for the week of March 14, 2023. We get a great debut issue of Superman Lost, the guys lament the slow place of Justice Society and could it be that they agree on the best book of the week? Danger Street is amazing! Join us for all this and more!
Jace is back from a work trip and he chats with Rocky from Comic Boom about the DC Comics titles for the week of March 7, 2023. We get an impressive debut in The Adventures of Superman Jon Kent #1, Monkey Prince comes to a satisfying conclusion and Batman Joker Deadly Duo has what might be it's best issue so far! Listen in for our thoughts on these books and more.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! break down the DC comics for the week of February 28, 2023. It's a fairly large week with a couple of really stand out issues. The conclusion of The Human Target is perfection and it epitomizes the incredible quality the series has exhibited throughout it's run. Also Stargirl The Lost Children continues with a tone that feels classically DC in both art and narrative. Join us to hear our thoughts on these books and a whole lot more.
Jace welcomes comic creator Benjamin Morse back to the show. They catch up on the world of We Are Scarlet Twilight. The guys talk about the tone of the series and how Benjamin strikes a balance between the classic golden age era of comics and old pulp stories while bringing some modern complexity of character to keep things fresh. There's a rundown of the tiers and rewards that are available and plenty of talk about the switch from previous platforms to Zoop. Also Benjamin talks a bit about the community that has grown up around We Are Scarlet Twilight.
Jace welcomes comic creator Benjamin Morse back to the show. They catch up on the world of We Are Scarlet Twilight. The guys talk about the tone of the series and how Benjamin strikes a balance between the classic golden age era of comics and old pulp stories while bringing some modern complexity of character to keep things fresh. There's a rundown of the tiers and rewards that are available and plenty of talk about the switch from previous platforms to Zoop. Also Benjamin talks a bit about the community that has grown up around We Are Scarlet Twilight.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of February 21, 2023. It's a very strong week with an incredible issue of GCPD that dives into many complex societal issue for which there are no easy answers. Batman One Bad Day Clayface is similarly filled with all to real challenges faced by creatives and DCeased War of the Undead Gods gives us, what may be, the best moment in any comics so far this year.
Jace chats with writer/artist Claire Napier about her current campaign for The Magic Necklace. An adult themed horror-romance, the story explores the risks and fear that come with relationships and allowing yourself to be vulnerable, but in this story those things are dialed up to 11. With Claire's unique line and color work bringing this story to life, it's a relatable story that anyone who has been in love can relate too.
Jace and Rocky celebrate Valentine's Day 2023 by breaking down the DC comics that come out that day. We get the conclusion of the I Am Batman series, as well as Batman Beyond the White Knight. Plus Swamp Thing Green Hell returns and Danger Street continues to intrigue.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! break down the DC titles for the week of February 7, 2023. We get the return of Static in a fantastic Season Two first issue while the penultimate issue of Monkey Prince gives us tons of story potential. Gotham City Year One exposes a ton of skeletons in the closet for the Wayne family and Batman stories in other parts of the DC multiverse are building to interesting points in Batman & Joker Deadly Duo and the main Batman title.
Jace chats with creator Jeff Messer about the current Zoop campaign for Sex, Spies & Rock 'Roll Vol 3.Bringing together all the over the top action of the 1980's with fun stories and an international team of creators. This is one campaign you do NOT want to miss.
It's a week of anthologies and specials from DC Comics for January 31, 2023. Jace and Rocky break them all down and let you know what they liked and what they think you can skip. As always, they don't agree on which books those are though.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! break down all 14 titles from DC Comics for the week of January 24, 2023. Their favorites of the week are Action Comics #1051 and Justice Society #2. Human Target, Punchline and both Catwoman titles are excellent as well. Join us to hear all about these titles and more!
Jace welcomed writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson back to the show. They discuss Phillips continuing run on Superman, touching on the recent WarWorld Saga and the fallout for the Superman Family. Then the guys dive deep into the current arc, discussing Superman's enhanced power levels, they relationships between family members, body-horror Metallo, Lex and a whole lot more. It's a fantastic wide ranging conversation touching on all aspects of Action Comics currently. Plus Phillips chats about his Alien run, teases some upcoming projects and talks about putting the espionage back into James Bond.
Jace chats with writer Paul Allor about the first issue of his self-published anthology series, Pink Midnight: The Butterfly House. A silent issue full of weirdness and emotion, this horror story is beautifully illustrated in black and white by Juan Romera.
Jace chats with Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz about the final issue of his self-published title Are 51: The Helix Project #6. The guys discuss the 5 previous successful Kickstarter campaigns and the convention circuit Trevor has been traveling. They also discuss the creative team and the challenges of self-publishing, as well as, story structure. Plus discussion about the emotionality & layered complexity of the story overall.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! give their thoughts about the DC titles for the week of January 10, 2023. We get the start of the Lazarus Island event, the end of the Batman Urban Legends title and an emotionally charged issue of I Am Batman. Plus the latest issue of Batman Joker The Deadly Duo is perfect.
Jace chats with creators Kelly Thompson and Meredith McClaren about their Image series Black Cloak. Set in a world of Sci-Fi and fantasy, the story starts out as a murder mystery, but has the potential to be so much more. The fully-realized world of Kyros is rendered beautifully by Meredith while Kelly's trademark humor brings a sense of realism to these characters. An absolute must-read.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! kick off the new year with a look at the DC Titles for the week of January 3, 2023. The end of the Sword of Azrael series and the latest chapter of Gotham City Year One are particular favorites.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! have their final DC Spotlight of the year and it's a big one. We have a few series and storylines coming to an end, the latest Wonder Woman Historia volume, a new direction for Superman and a whole lot more! Plus the guys get a little heated talking about Tim Drake and Punchline may elicit some strong reactions as well.
Merry Christmas! Christopher Cantwell join Jace to dive deep into his recent Iron Man Run. They also talk about the current series Gold Goblin and Namor Conquered Shores. A little bit of Star Wars talk as well as thoughts on the ending of Blue Flame and the start of Briar, Christopher's recent independent work.
Jace chats with writer Cody Ziglar about his new run on Miles Morales: Spider-Man. Cody talks about discovering Miles and how much the character means to him, they guys also discuss getting Miles back to basics and what we can expect in terms of villains on the book. Plus some talk about Federico Vicentini's incredible art on the title.
Jace welcomes Jeremy Adams back to the show for a ton of talk about Flash. Jeremy gives a tease of what's to come in One Minute War, plus some Flashpoint Beyond talk.
Jace is joined by writer Matt Kindt to talk about a wide variety of titles. From the mysterious Hero Trade to the recently released They're All Terrible, the guys touch on Eniac and dive deep into BRZRKR while teasing what's to come with Hairball and Spy Superb.
Jace welcomes Tom King back to the show to talk about a ton of his projects. Kicking it off with Love Everlasting and how it subverts expectations to Jace calling Tom out for giving us flashbacks in Batman Killing Time. The guys also talk some Danger Street with Tom giving an overview of the series. We learn the origins of Tom's Gotham Year One story and how Human Target compares to the love story in Love Everlasting. Plus some One Bad Day Riddler talk.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! talk about the DC comics for the week of December 20, 2022. it's a relatively big week with the end of Dark Crisis. We also get the penultimate issue of Batman vs Robin leading into Lazarus Island, a big reveal in World's Finest, while Stargirl reaches the island that may contain the key to the mystery of the missing sidekicks. Also Nightwing has the perfect blend of action and character-work as we approach issue #100.
Jace welcomes the writing duo of Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly back to the show. This time, not only do they chat about Star Trek and the crew of the USS Thesius, designed by the one and only Montgomery Scott, they guys also talk Batman Beyond, Captain America: Sentinel of Liberty and whiskey!
Jace is joined by mobile game veterans Hatemael and Loot from the WROL Broadcast, known for their experience with DC Legends. They guys get together to discuss the hot new mobile game Marvel Snap. What strategies are the guys employing? How do they feel about the game overall and what cards are perhaps too powerful? All this and more so listen in for all the fun.
Jace chats with Marvel exclusive artist, Joshua Cassara. They talk about Josh's dedicated to sequential storytelling his process for interiors and how it differs from his cover work. There's tons of process information in this one, so listen in!
Jace welcomes Todd Nauck back to the show. They chat about his collaborator and legendary comic writer Peter David. Todd's current ongoing with Geoff Johns, Stargirl: The Lost Children which follows up on the Star Girl Spring Break Special. Also Todd gives some insight into character design and composition for covers versus sequential interiors.
Jace welcomes Stephanie Phillips back to the show to talk about her recent work on Harley Quinn. They also discuss her creator-owned title from Boom, Grim and her upcoming Marvel series, Cosmic Ghost Rider.
Jace chats with writer Tom Taylor about the end of his Superman: Son of Kal-El title. Tom also teases what's to come in the upcoming Adventures of Superman: Jon Kent series and beyond. Plus just who is Red Sin and what do he and Jon have in common.
Jace chats with Jim from the Bronzeville Comics YouTube channel about how he got started creating content. The guys also discuss comic book speculation, the boom and bust created by the pandemic and how to have the hobby fund itself.
Jace chats about a few of the new comics he has had a chance to read already for the week of December 14, 2022. Highlights include the second issue of Hell to Pay, the debut of Monica Rambeau and the final issue of StarHenge Book 1. Dark Ride #3 also is a must-read. All this and more, plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky break down the DC titles for the week of December 13, 2022. Spawn Batman brings a sense of the familiar. The new state of the DC multiverse is explored in Big Bang and several titles have their best issues of the entire run.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom talk about the DC titles for the week of December 6, 2022. Highlights include Gotham City Year One #3 and Sword of Azrael #5. The guys take some exception with the Dark Crisis One-Shot and Jace breaks down Batman falling from the moon.
Jace chats with actors Grant Gelt and Victor DiMattia about the iconic movie, The Sandlot. On the verge of it's 30th anniversary this film is about so much more than baseball. It captures the essence of what it means to be friends and go the extra mile for your team. As the anniversary approaches, Victor and Grant have started a charity, Play Forever, to help give back and ensure that today's kids have the opportunities to experience those same types of friendships through sports and activities.
Los Angeles, CA – Cast members from the classic 1993 baseball film, The Sandlot, will take the main stage at this year’s L.A. Comic Con, for a panel on Sunday, December 4, 2022 at 1:30pm to announce their new non-profit, Play Forever, and look back at the last 30 years of the classic film. Play Forever is focused on improving access for children to participate in sports, removing financial, community and social barriers that make it difficult, if not impossible for kids to have equitable access to sports throughout their childhoods. Play Forever’s mission is to make sports accessible to everyone, anywhere we can be the most impactful.
Throughout the weekend, members of the Sandlot cast will be dropping by Play Forever's booth and will be available for signings and photo ops. Play Forever will also have a variety of exclusive signed memorabilia available for auction and for sale, with all proceeds going to support Play Forever. For more information about Play Forever, you can visit https://www.playforever.org and @playforever_org.
Play Forever was co-founded by cast members Grant Gelt, who played the character of Bertram Grover Weeks, and Victor DiMattia who played the role of Timmy Timmons in The Sandlot.
Additional cast members will participate in Play Forever activities, as the group prepares to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the film in 2023.
“30 years ago, circumstance brought a bunch of kids together to create a baseball film, never imagining the impact the movie would have on generations of fans,” said co-founder Grant Gelt. “Now, we want to channel our years-long friendship and the generational impact the movie’s had and use it as an opportunity to get more kids involved in all aspects of sports, regardless of their socioeconomic backgrounds.”
“We have all personally benefited from playing sports, learning valuable life skills and building resiliency through competition,” so co-founder Victor DiMattia. “If we can pool together the love of The Sandlot, to improve the lives of young people, and level the playing field for kids, it would be special.”
The non-profit was also co-founded by Jacque Williamson, who has over 15 years of experience working in environmental and education nonprofits. Ivan Carter, also a veteran of nonprofit work, will serve as Chief Operating Officer.
About Grant Gelt
Playing the role of "Bertram Grover Weeks" in the film The Sandlot, Grant Gelt is a seasoned music and entertainment industry veteran with a 20+ year career spanning artist management, creative services, brand, and technology sectors.
Gelt is the Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer for Masscult, a creative agency based in Nashville, TN, amongst other consumer products, technology, and hospitality ventures.
About Victor DiMattia
Victor DiMattia played the role of "Timmy Timmons" in the iconic 1990s film The Sandlot. His experience acting in films as a youth led him on a journey in the entertainment industry, as a musician, actor, and trained film director. Today, Victor works as the Director of Web3 Initiatives for Masscult.
Victor is a lifelong sports fan, having played ice hockey growing up, and is an avid fan of football, baseball, and basketball.
Recording Live at the recent Los Angeles Comic Con, Artist Ronald Wimberly discusses his project with the legendary Scotch Whiskey company, Ardbeg. The intersection of Scotch and comics may not seem like a natural one at first, but as Ronald discusses the project with Ardbeg National Brand Ambassador Cameron George, the overlap between these two distinctive artforms, making comics and making scotch, become apparent. You'll hear the panel in it's entirety and then a quick on-on-one with Jace and Ronald highlighting some of the points discussed on the panel. The press release for the event is below.
LOS ANGELES, CA (November 18, 2022) - Ardbeg, the famous Islay distillery known for pushing the boundaries of whisky-making, announced today its plans to bring bold, tasteful fan experiences to L.A. Comic Con from December 3-4. Showcasing the brand’s first-ever, limited-edition graphic novel, titled Planet Ardbeg, whisky enthusiasts and weirdos alike will take part in an immersive, one-of-a-kind experience into the world of Ardbeg.
Planet Ardbeg features three distinct tales inspired by the flavors and origin stories of three Ardbeg expressions – Ardbeg Ten Years Old, Ardbeg An Oa and Ardbeg Wee Beastie. L.A. Comic Con attendees will immerse themselves in the 40-page sci-fi anthology through the tales of “Guardians of Oa,” “The Best Laid Schemes” and “Take it with a Grain of Sand” during a specially crafted and otherworldly drinking experience.
Attendees will be presented with three paths representing the three distinct tales drafted from the unique qualities of three whiskies: 10 YO, An Oa and Wee Beastie. The experience leads guests through a hallway into a series of inlets and rooms where they encounter various environments they interact with based on the graphic novel. The cocktails will be served during a private tasting. Guests will need to reach out to planetardbegrsvp@bhimpact.com in order to gain access to the “invite-only” post-event tasting hours taking place on Saturday and Sunday from 4pm - 6pm PT.
The graphic novel was conceived by cartoonist Ronald Wimberly, Emma Rios and Sanford Greene., each bringing their own distinctive voice and style to the project. Using three expressions in Ardbeg’s Core Range as their creative launchpad, together they produced an anthology of tales as bold and unique as Ardbeg itself, featuring a land of giant botanicals and even bigger beasts. Traversing the triptych of fantastical tales is the Quantum Distiller, who journeys across time and space gathering ingredients and inspiration to concoct the ultimate dram through the three stories influenced by Ardbeg expressions.
Available online via ReserveBar, fans can also experience the three whiskies the novel is based on - Ten Years Old, An Oa and Wee Beastie - at home.
The Planet Ardbeg graphic novel will be available for purchase at the Ardbeg Distillery Visitor Centre, in select comic book shops as well as via Ardbeg.com in certain markets. A digital version will also be available exclusively for members of the Ardbeg Committee to read (at no cost) at Ardbeg.com/planet-ardbeg.
Fans can stay up-to-date with the latest news by following Ardbeg at @ardbeg_usa on Instagram. For more information, please visit: https://www.ardbeg.com/en-US/planet-ardbeg
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About Ardbeg
Ardbeg prides itself on being The Ultimate Islay Malt Whisky. Established in 1815, Ardbeg is revered by connoisseurs around the world as the peatiest, smokiest and most complex of all the Islay malts. Despite its smokiness, Ardbeg is renowned for its delicious sweetness, a phenomenon that has affectionately become known as ‘the peaty paradox’. During the 1980s and 1990s, Ardbeg suffered from an uncertain future and it was not until the brand was purchased by The Glenmorangie Company in 1997 that the Distillery was saved from extinction. Since then, the Distillery has risen like a phoenix and today Ardbeg is well established as a niche, cult malt, with a passionate following.
Responsible Drinking
Ardbeg and The Glenmorangie Company advocate responsible drinking and suggest that drinkers savor Ardbeg whiskies in moderation and in line with recommended daily guidelines for alcohol consumption.
Jace chats with writer Josh Trujillo about Blue Beetle Graduation Day. With it's first issue debuting recently, Josh talks about the themes he wants to explore in the series with family being an important part. They also discuss the new location of Palmera City, Ted Kord and his newly-introduced sister and a while lot more. Josh's joy for Jaimie Reyes is infectious so listen in for all the fun.
Jace flies solo to break down the DC Comics titles for the week of November 29, 2022. His favorite titles are the debut of Geoff Johns Justice Society which feels so wildly different than any JSA title that has come before and the Wildstorm 30th Anniversary SPecial which does a great job of celebrating the nostalgia of these characters while gradual shifting to stories that have them feel grounded in the whole of the DCU.
Jace and Jay break down a few of the books they have had a chance to read for the week of November 23, 2022. Vanish is brutal, violent and a heck of a lot of fun, Alien has plenty of action and betrayal while Eight Billion Genies starts to ramp up the timeline. All this plus spoiler-free reviews of more titles and they guys give a rundown of some other books you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace chats with writer/artist Dan Panosian about an upcoming project from AWA Studios that combines many of Dan’s favorite things. Set in the late 60’s, that tumult of that time period is perfectly suited for a story combing horror, rock and roll with some Kung Fu thrown in for good measure. Jace and Dan discuss choosing this specific time period for the story, how you can find the light by coming through the darkness, the incredible art of his collaborator on the project, Dalibor Talajic and a whole lot more. Final Order cut-off is January 9, 2023, so tell your retailer to order you a copy now!
Jace chats about what to expect at the upcoming Los Angeles Comic Con. It will be the biggest show ever with a huge guest list and tons of comic, toy and anime vendors. Plus a huge cosplay presence
Jace and Rocky talk about the new Dawn of DC publishing initiative coming from DC in 2023. Twenty new titles are on the way, but is that in addition to what's already coming out or in place of? Maybe it is somewhere in between. The guys discuss the creative teams that have been announced as well as what "Dawn of DC" could mean over all. You can see the full press release from DC below.
Jace chats about the books he has read for the week of November 16, 2022. It's a heavy week for one of our favorite writers Christopher Cantwell. His Iron Man run comes to a close in an emotional and poignant way that encapsulates the series very well. Namor Conquered Shores continues the action of the first issue as we get an examination of the characterization of Namor through this post-apocalyptic look at the Marvel Universe. Finally, Golden Goblin #1 looks at the guilt Norman Osborn is carrying around and we can't help but wonder where this path leads for one of Marvel's oldest villains. Plus Jace gives a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace chats with writer B. Clay Moore and the Zoop campaign for Whistling Skull. This is a property B. Clay co-created alongside Tony Moore and it was at one time tied into the DC Universe and the classic Justice Society team. Re-Mastered for a whole new edition showcasing Tony's amazing art, this is your chance to get the complete story ... so far. Could this talented creators return to this rich world, with it's intriguing plot and pulp adventure feel? Listen in and hear what B. Clay's thoughts are on that very thing!
The Whistling Skull In a remote village in Switzerland, the townsfolk face a terrible threat. People keep disappearing without warning or explanation, and the authorities are powerless to help. But the secret organization known as the Skeleton is aware that something sinister is going on, and they've dispatched their top agents to investigate: the eerie crimefighter known as the Whistling Skull! With his assistant Knuckles at his side, the Skull can draw on the benefits of decades of crimefighting to uncover what's happening in the village. But this is not the same hero who went on all of those adventures. The last Whistling Skull disappeared after fighting side-by-side with the heroes of his generation, and though his predecessor has the memories and skills of every man who has come before him...he's never been on a mission before. Can the new Whistling Skull prevail when faced with pure evil? Or will the horrors that were inflicted on the village soon spread to the entire world? From an Entertainment Weekly review: The Whistling Skull is at once a throwback to pulp fiction of the 1930s and 1940s (think Doc Savage and Sax Rohmer’s Fu Manchu novels) and a witty, grim and poignant tale. The Whistling Skull and his sidekick, Knuckles, are actually William Massey and Nigel Singleton, Brit boyhood friends who’ve grown up to fight Nazis and other criminals in 1940s Europe. Tony Harris, who has done such marvelous artwork on books including DC’s Starman, is superb (along with colorist Dave McCaig) at conjuring up foggy menace, using dark greens, grays, and sallow yellows as his primary colors to (barely) illuminate figures drawn with lantern jaws and thick bristly eyebrows of determination. B. Clay Moore’s script has The Whistling Skull roaming Europe driving a gigantic Art Deco auto dubbed The Battlewagon. Skull and Knuckles out of costume are like creations born of a cross between Arthur Conan Doyle and P.G. Wodehouse. The mysteries are well thought-out; the humor is boisterous; the crime-fighting is bone-crunching. *These characters were originally brought into the DC Comics universe through the JSA Liberty Files: The Whistling Skull series, but the story has been tweaked for this Zoop campaign by Moore and Harris, re-establishing the world of the Whistling Skull (and Knuckles) as originally intended.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of November 14, 2022. Stargirl: The Lost Children continues the story of the lost golden age heroes, Flash has a huge surprise for Wally West and his family and GCPD: The blue Wall continues it's extremely relevant tale. Plus Batman One Bad Day Mr. Freeze has the guys with totally different takes on who Victor Fries is.
Jace chats with AfterShock's new Editor-In-Chief. Brian Cunningham. They chat about Brian's history in the industry, the challenges of standing out in a crowded marketplace and what has Brian most excited about his new post.
Jace chats spoiler-free about a few of the books he has had a chance to read already from the week of November 8, 2022. Starhenge continues it's incredible balance of epic storytelling, incredible art & humanizing dialogue. Radiant Black seems to be setting up a big team-up, while we get an incredible, action-packed fight in Captain America, Plus, Dark Ride #2 teases some great things to come.
Jace chats with writer Paul Cornell about his campaign to finish the epic Saucer Country series. They guys chat about how prescient the series turned out to be, as well as the inherent ties between politics and alien conspiracies.
The Completed Saucer Country From Syzygy Publishing, the entire Hugo Award-nominated science fiction saga is collected here for the very first time!
Saucer Country is a dark thriller that blends UFO lore and alien abduction with political intrigue, all set in the hauntingly beautiful Southwest.
Experience the full story of alien abductee Arcadia Alvarado's campaign to be US President... and her search for the truth of what happened to her, in the comic that suggested there was Russian intervention in US politics way before it was cool!
Complete with a long-anticipated brand new concluding chapter by creators Paul Cornell and Ryan Kelly. All the mysteries answered! All the arcs resolved!
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics for the week of November 8, 2022. We get the amazing debut of The New Golden Age, WildC.A.T.s makes it's return. Meanwhile Nice House on the Lake and Dark Crisis on Infinite Earths have their penultimate issues while Batman vs Robin starts to speed up.
Jace talks about some of the titles from the week of November 2, 2022 that he has had a chance to read already. Hell to Pay is nearly perfect in its debut and a wonderful example of how to do a first issue correctly. Captain Marvel is full of guest stars, action & great characterization, while the art does a ton of the heavy lifting in both Little Monsters as well as Old Dog. Plus Jace gives a rundown on some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of November 1, 2022. We get the debut issue of the long-awaited Marc Silvestri book teaming up Batman and the Joker. The latest issue of Dark Knights of Steel has a crazy ending you have to see believe. Also the fourth issue of Sword of Azrael gives us an all new origin for the Order of St Dumas. All this and more in this episode.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC titles for the week of October 25, 2022. We get the debut of Punchline's solo series, Detective Comics continues to be moody and dark, while Batman Fortress continues to be compelling. Books of the Week are DC vs. Vampires as it feels like it building to the end of the finale of Catwoman Lonely City.
Jace talks about a few of the books he has had a chance to read for the week of October 19, 2022. We have a fantastic issue of Ten Thousand Black Feathers which is his book of the week. We also get the latest installments of Alien and Predator which are both stories that feel so additive to the universes from other medium for these respective properties. Plus, Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace talks about a few of the books he has had a chance to read for the week of October 19, 2022. We have a fantastic issue of Ten Thousand Black Feathers which is his book of the week. We also get the latest installments of Alien and Predator which are both stories that feel so additive to the universes from other medium for these respective properties. Plus, Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky tackle a huge week of DC books with 17+ titles. Flashpoint Beyond #6 gets Rocky's nod for favorite title this week as it wraps up the series in a very satisfying way, but teases that there is possibly more to come, including new characters from the Golden Age. Jace singles out Nightwing 97, for it's gorgeous art, wonderfully humorous moments and a big shock ending.
Jace welcomes J.M. DeMatties back to the show to talk all about his current Kickstarter campaign. The crowdfunding effort features four different project with four different c-creators handling the art duties to pair with the worlds J.M. is creating. Listen to the episode for all the details. Plus some talk about the upcoming Spider-Man The Lost Hunt, an exploration of Segei Kravinov and his origins. The guys also discuss J.M's novella The Excavator from earlier this year and how it subverts reader's expectations in the best ways.
Jace chats with writer Mairghread Scott about her latest project, Sea Serpent's Heir. This graphic novel is the latest in the Skybound Comet line of YA content, but make no mistake it is a rousing adventure tale suitable for all ages. Exploring themes of identity and family, it may also serve as a cautionary tale reinforcing the old adage; be careful what you wish for. Filled with gorgeous art and wonderfully complex and interesting characters, it is an absolute must-read.
Jace talks about a few of the books he has had a chance to read this week. Highlights include the debut of Namor Conquered Shores, Starhenge #4 and the return of Chicken Devil. He also talks about a few new characters making their first appearances and gives a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast
Faceless and the Family Campaign on Zoop with Matt Lesniewskii
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Jace chats with writer/artist Matt Lesniewski about his Zoop campaign. This Eisner-nominated creator has created a unique and quirky world filled with equally unique and quirky characters. We learn about about them and their foibles in the first issue and the guys discuss the art & development of the project. You can read the full details on the project from Zoop below.
Faceless and the Family - Issue #1 by Matt Lesniewski [Los Angeles, CA] - The Eisner-nominated creator Matt Lesniewski launches his creator-owned graphic novel on Zoop!
Now live on Zoop is a new campaign to fund the latest outing from rising star and Eisner-nominated Matt Lesniewski, called Faceless And The Family.The story can best be described as a sci-fi / post apocalyptic journey where a strange and lovable group of misfits form a family. Think of it like an even weirder, yet heartfelt spin on The Wizard of Oz, but completely its own.
The book has been in production for a while and had numerous homes before landing at Zoop to be crowdfunded. Lesniewski is a one-man creative team, writing, drawing, and lettering this personal love letter to comics. The campaign runs for 30 days, and backers will receive a 120-page completed story in softcover format. Other rewards include signatures, remarques, sketches, commissions, and even original pages from the book!
Mind MGMT creator and collaborator Matt Kindt shares “Matt L's work is the most original stuff I’ve seen in comics in years - a singular voice and talent right out of the gate - a once-in-a-generation talent - waiting for the rest of the industry to catch up with him. Unbelievable work.”
Matt Lesniewskiis an Eisner Award-nominated comics artist, who has worked on multiple series for Dark Horse Comics, such as Mind MGMT, Static, and Crimson Flower. He has also self-published The Freak, and is a favorite amongst original art collectors for his unique and easily identifiable art style.
Zoop CEO, Jordan Plosky shares: “I’m a huge fan of Matt’s. It’s been great to see his star rise through the comic projects he’s been a part of, and his buzz online as a rising superstar in the world of comics. We’re incredibly excited to play a part in the next step of Matt’s journey to becoming an even bigger name in this industry.”
Zoop is the new home for creator-owned crowdfunding. For publishers and creators, Zoop is an all-in-one pre-order, production, fulfillment, and marketing solution that connects them directly to their fans.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC titles for the week of October 11, 2022. The highlights of the week are Batman Inc. #1 and Batman Vs. Robin #2, we also have some first appearances in Batman Urban Legends and the Halloween special Terrors Through Time. Plus the guys run down all the DC news from NYCC.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC titles for the week of October 11, 2022. The highlights of the week are Batman Inc. #1 and Batman Vs. Robin #2, we also have some first appearances in Batman Urban Legends and the Halloween special Terrors Through Time. Plus the guys run down all the DC news from NYCC.
Jace chats with the Bad Idea crew about their Kickstarter Campaign. Just 20 hours old at the time of the live recording from the floor of NYCC and funded in only 7 minutes, there are tons of great comics and exclusive items available. Go check it out now! Also news about the Stop Bad Idea booth at NYCC. Tired of hearing about Bad Idea and their truly Bad Ideas about what and how to publish and distribute comics? In addition to joining the campaign to stop them, you can pick up a special item at the show to show your commitment to ending their evil machinations. Listen in for all the details.
Jace chats about a few of the books he has had a chance to read for the week of October 5, 2022. The highlights include an incredible debut issue of both Dark Ride and Junkyard Joe. Plus a choose-your-own adventure type issue of Rogue Sun that was incredible fun. Also Jace gives a rundown of some other issue you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of October 4, 2022. It's a bit of an underwhelming week which is surprising with two Dark Crisis books, but we get a couple of really great Batman titles. Plus the Joker returns and we get a possible explanation for Poison Ivy's psychotic behavior.
Jace and Jay chat about a few of the books they have had a chance to read for the week of September 27, 2022. Highlights include the debut issue of the highly-anticipated Old Dog, the latest issues of Department of Truth and Eight Billion Genies, plus an exceptional issue of Black Flamingo. Also the guys give a run down of some other books you might want to be on the look out for.
It's a huge week of DC Comics with over 17 books out this week. Jace and Rocky break down each of the titles and give their thoughts on the stories and where things are headed.
Rocky and Jace give their thoughts on Harley Quinn as DC celebrates the 30th anniversary of the character. They also chat a bit about the stories in the 30th Anniversary special.
Jace chats with the co-creators of Rivals, Mike Clark and Paul Gerrard. An epic post-apocalyptic world has been thrown back to it's technologic dark ages by terrible phenomenon called Ghost Storms, amidst the ruins of this once advanced civilizations warring factions vie for survival and power. Gorgeous art and an intriguing start to the story await anyone who joins the campaign for the first issue.
RIVALS: The Loyalty of Sago Astar - Deluxe Issue #1 by Paul Gerrard & Mike Clarke NOW IN EARLY DEVELOPMENT AS A LIVE ACTION TV SHOW
In a savage post apocalyptic world where the gun has been replaced with the sword, the bullet replaced by the fist, two opposing characters from opposite worlds are forced to work together to save the people they love.
If you're a fan of Mad Max, Conan the Barbarian, Fist of the North Star, Berserk, Dune, Heavy Metal and 2000AD, RIVALS is your new comic book addiction. It's post apocalyptic movies meets Hong Kong action cinema!
Fans of martial arts and violent action-packed comics will find everything they want from a comic book with RIVALS, starring none other than 90s action movie legend, Gary Daniels.
Two warriors, an elite royal guard named Sago Astar (Gary Daniels), and a low level street thief called Bizon, must fight for survival across dusty wastelands, shanty towns, and armoured citadels. The seven regions of planet Alter are desolate, brutal, and inhabited by weapon-fused warriors, maniacal cult leaders, and mind altering creatures. Some clans will become extinct, whilst others victorious in a never ending battle for supremacy. Pick your side!
Big week of DC books with the Flash leading the way. We also get great issues of World's Finest, Nightwing and Titans United: Bloodpact debuts with tons of action and gorgeous art. Plus, what might be our favorite characterization of Guy Gardner ever in DCeased War of the Undead Gods.
Big week of DC books with the Flash leading the way. We also get great issues of World's Finest, Nightwing and Titans United: Bloodpact debuts with tons of action and gorgeous art. Plus, what might be our favorite characterization of Guy Gardner ever in DCeased War of the Undead Gods.
Jace and Jay talk about the books they've read for the week of September 14, 2022. They give their spoiler-free thoughts on the latest AfterShock debut, The 06 Protocol, Daredevil learning just who he is up against as the leader of the Fist and the finale of A Righteous Thirst For Vengeance. Predator follows up a great debut issue with an even better second and Iron Man is also better than ever.
Jace and Jay talk about the books they've read for the week of September 14, 2022. They give their spoiler-free thoughts on the latest AfterShock debut, The 06 Protocol, Daredevil learning just who he is up against as the leader of the Fist and the finale of A Righteous Thirst For Vengeance. Predator follows up a great debut issue with an even better second and Iron Man is also better than ever.
Jace and Jay talk about the books they've read for the week of September 14, 2022. They give their spoiler-free thoughts on the latest AfterShock debut, The 06 Protocol, Daredevil learning just who he is up against as the leader of the Fist and the finale of A Righteous Thirst For Vengeance. Predator follows up a great debut issue with an even better second and Iron Man is also better than ever.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of September 13, 2022. We get the debut of Robin vs Batman featuring the return of a beloved character. Jurassic League is better than every and really hitting it's stride as this human/dinosaur hybrid league comes together. Also I am Batman starts raising questions of how much good can Batman really do.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of September 13, 2022. We get the debut of Robin vs Batman featuring the return of a beloved character. Jurassic League is better than every and really hitting it's stride as this human/dinosaur hybrid league comes together. Also I am Batman starts raising questions of how much good can Batman really do.
Jace has an in-depth conversation with Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly about their new IDW title Star Trek. Hints that this book is kicking off a whole new line of upcoming books in the Star Trek universe, the guys talk about the crew, their ship the Theseus, the era the story is set in and a whole lot more. Also some Batman Beyond and Captain America talk and plans to have Collin and Jackson back on to dive into these characters and the debut issue of Star Trek when it drops in late October.
Jace has an in-depth conversation with Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly about their new IDW title Star Trek. Hints that this book is kicking off a whole new line of upcoming books in the Star Trek universe, the guys talk about the crew, their ship the Theseus, the era the story is set in and a whole lot more. Also some Batman Beyond and Captain America talk and plans to have Collin and Jackson back on to dive into these characters and the debut issue of Star Trek when it drops in late October.
Jace chats with the creative team behind Skybound most recent Skybound Comet Graphic Novel. Both hailing from the world of animation, Irma Kniivila & Tri Vuong have worked to create a heartfelt and relatable all -ages story. Everyday Hero: Machine Boy is in many ways a modern Pinocchio story, but one that reminds us of our own humanity and emotion. Check out the conversation and be sure to pick up the book.
Jace takes a look at the books for the week of September 7, 2022. We get a great character study of Sebastian Shaw, Cap and Bucky get on the same page as they prepare to go up against the Outer Circle, Twig's adventure comes to an end and She-Hulk takes her relationship with Jack of Hearts to the next level. All this plus a whole lot more thoughts on some other great books. Also Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky take a look at the DC titles for the week of September 6, 2022. We get some big revelations about the future and the structure of the DC Universe in Dark Crisis and Flashpoint Beyond, but does this mean a rollback of the idea of the Omniverse. Meanwhile, Jace's theory about Failsafe proves to be correct as Batman may need help to ultimately defeat the android and we get a fantastic look at some Lee Bermejo covers forming a fantastic narrative in Dear Detective.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books coming out the week of August 31, 2022. The end of The Ocean Will Take Us is very satisfying, Thunderbolts is a great debut with perfectly balanced action, character moments and seeds planted for future plot threads, plus Amazing Fantasy #1000 is a worthy celebration of Spider-Man. Also Jace runs down a few other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
It's a fifth Tuesday in the month and that means Annuals! Jace and Rocky take a look at this week's offerings from DC Comics and it's a ton of annuals and anthologies plus an epic one-shot concluding the Warworld storyline. Which books hit their marks and which didn't? Listen in to find out.
Jace and Jay talk about some of the books they have had a chance to read for the week of August 24. We get the debut of Minor Threats which is surprising and exceeds expectations in all the right ways. The end of Bunny Mask The Hollow Inside still leaves us with plenty of questions, while Calculated Man ramps up the action and is firing on all cylinders. All this plus spoiler-free reviews of tons more titles and a rundown of some other titles you might want to be on the look out for,
Jace and Rocky take a deep dive into the DC titles for August 22, 2022. We get a look at Hippolyta in the realm of the gods, we get a look at the prep work Ice did when she found out Christopher Chance was looking to interrogate her and Batman drops some great one-liners at the expense of President Lex Luthor as they search for Superman.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of August 16, 2022. It a fantastic week with an incredible issue of Batman the Knight and Duo, but Batman One Bad Day the Riddler is not only the pick of the week. It is one of the best comics of the year.
Jace gives his spoiler0free thoughts on the titles for August 10, 2022 that he has had a chance to read so far. We get two great issues from Ed Brisson, including the second issue of Patrick Todd as he is further in over hi head than he realizes, plus a fantastic debut for a new Predator title. Eight Billion Genies, The Deadliest Bouquet and Love Everlasting from Image are also excellent. Plus Astronaut Down introduces more layers to an already compelling Sci-Fi story. Jace also gives a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky break down the DC titles for the week of August 9, 2022. We get a quick recap of what's happened in the world of DCeased so far with hints of big villains to come, Jon Kent teams up with Gamorans to stop Bendix and Harley Quinn in spaaaaaace!
Rocky flies solo on the DC title for the week of August 2, 2022 as we get big surprises in Flash Point Beyond, Dark Crisis starts to build and Failsafe strikes!
Jace chats with Dan Panosian about his already funded campaign for a hardcover artbook. Tons of great linework from Dan's career and colors too, plus plenty of process notes. Join us as Dan talks about his evolution as an artist.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books they've read already from the week of July 27, 2002. Plus they give a rundown on some other titles you might be interested in.
Jace and Rocky talk a little SDCC that was and then discuss the DC titles for the week of July 26, 2022. There's tons of great books this week with Batman: Fortress, Robin and Deathstroke as real highlights.
In this episode we discuss; Collect Forever from Upper Deck
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Jace chats with Upper Deck Vice President for E-Commerce ben Swiderski about the exciting new initiative Collect Forever. Live from the floor of San Diego Comic Con> Ben gives us an intro to the service and there are hints of what's to come.
*A New Way to Collect!* *Collect Forever is your one-stop shop to purchase collectibles that will diversify your collection like never before. Pre-ordered items are directly transferred to your Upper Deck e-Pack® account where they can be securely stored until they are available to ship to you. After your items are available to ship on e-Pack, you can also trade with our expansive global community. Trade a collectible purchased on Collect Forever for trading cards, coins and memorabilia on e-Pack. We let you decide!*
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Jace and Jay give their spoiler free thoughts on the books for July 20, 2022. Alien Annual is amazing and filled with Action. Iron Man continues to take Tony back to his roots, while Calculated Man and Ice Cream Man are both excellent, all these books and more, plus a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Dark Spaces: Wildfire
Writer - Scott Snyder, Artist - Hayden Sherman
Barnstormers
Writer - Scott Snyder, Artist - Tula Lotay, Colors - Dee Cuniffe, Letterer - Richard Starkings
Dudley Datson and the Forever Machine
Writer - Scott Snyder, Penciler - Jamal Igle, Inker Juan Castro, Color Artist - Chris Sotomayor, Letterer - Tom Napolitano
Canary
Writer - Scott Snyder, Artist - Dan Panosian, Letterer - Richard Starkings
Due to a literal natural disaster, Jace flies solo on this one, We get the end of the first World's Finest arc with tons of action, Nightwing picks up the pace in a big way while Dark Crisis Young Justice has the young heroes realizing something is wrong what they believed to be a reliving of their past. All this plus action packed issues of Jurassic League, Blood Syndicate, Aquaman Flash Voidsong and more!
Jace chats with director Jim Batt and stop-motion animator Josh Mahan about the short film The Grave of St. Oran. Based on the poem from Neil Gaiman the short, much like it's source material, blends history and myth, as well as nature and the supernatural to explore ideas of what's real and what's not. The short will be screened at the upcoming San Diego Comic Con followed by a Q & A with Jim and Josh along with others who have adapted work from Neil for both the big and small screen.
The Grave of Saint Oran Directed by Jim Batt Animation by Josh Mahan Written and Narrated by Neil Gaiman Panel + Screening at San Diego Comic Con July 23, 2022 Followed by International Multi-Platform Release
Clear #5-6
Writer - Scott Snyder, Art & Colors - Francis Manapul, Letterer - Andworld Design
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Night of the Ghoul #5-6
Writer - Scott Snyder, Art & Colors - Francesco Francavilla, Letterer - Andworld Design
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Jace chats with Kayden Phoenix, writer and creator of the A La Brava interconnected Superhero universe. They talk about the challenges of creating a new universe and what Kayden will be offering at the upcoming San Diego Comic Con.
It's a big episode as Jace talks about 18 books for the week of July 13, 2022. The A.X.E. Judgement Day event kicks off, we get this year's Hellfire Gala plus the end of Reckoning War. Also Some great independent titles with lots of supernatural characters from classic vampires to psychic zombies. Listen in for all the spoiler-free reviews.
Rocky and Jace break down the books from DC Comics for the week of July 12, 2022. We have a fantastic issue of Rogues, Dreamer makes her debut in the main DC Universe and we get a glimpse at what life may have been like with Jon growing up on the Kent farm.
Jace chats with Eisner-award winning writer Gene Luen Yang about the recently concluded first arc of Monkey Prince. The guys discuss the origins of the project, bring Eastern mythology to the DCU, Fan reaction and a whole lot more about one of DC's newest heroes. Then they bounce over to Marvel to talk about the legacy of Shang Chi and the challenges of updating him for a new generation. All this plus some American Born Chinese and Batman/Superman talk.
Jace and Jay chat spoiler-free about the books hitting comic shops the week of July 6, 2022. We get the long awaited debut of Liam Sharp's epic cosmic odyssey, Star Henge, Twig continues his fun, adventure filled journey and Metal Society is really building the anticipation to what may be the greatest fight in the history of mankind. All this, plus the guys run down some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics for the week of July 5, 2022. There are some big issues this week as Chip Zdarsky takes over the regular Batman title. We get a big shift in tone from Flashpoint Beyond #4 and what the heck is going on in Dark Crisis? The guys have some wildly different opinions on some of this week's titles so buckle up and enjoy the ride.
Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics for the week of July 5, 2022. There are some big issues this week as Chip Zdarsky takes over the regular Batman title. We get a big shift in tone from Flashpoint Beyond #4 and what the heck is going on in Dark Crisis? The guys have some wildly different opinions on some of this week's titles so buckle up and enjoy the ride.
Jace chats with writer Mark Sable about his AfterShock series Where Starships Go To Die. This story has it all, set in a near future where climate change has begun to devastate the planet, we get a diverse set of characters working to save the earth in their own way. Plenty of alternate history and a bit of horror in the title also. Listen in to hear about building out the world and some of the inspirations behind the narrative.
Jace chats with writer Ian Grody about the world of Lesser Evils. A series of stories set in Brooklyn that capture the heart and culture of New York and encompass the reader with a sense you only get from the infinite possibilities of the diverse city.
AWA had this to say about the Lesser Evils universe;
AWA Studios, the independent developer of bold and relevant stories from the world’s most outstanding artists, writers, and artisans, announced today the introduction of Lesser Evils, an all-new original shared universe set in and starring Brooklyn. The universe is kicking off with a slate of series, EMMETT, GINN, THRIFTR and TAILS - stories created by and for people on creative culture’s cutting edge. From comic books to short films and webtoons, the Brooklyn-based adventures debut today with the digital release of EMMETT #1: A LESSER EVILS STORY.
Lesser Evils invites readers to “Brooklyn Through the Looking Glass,” where a golem with benefits, a spiraling genie, a demon who feeds on bad vibes, and a promising young mermaid collide with heartbroken, hard-living, and hype-obsessed humans. Set in the booming and action-packed city of Brooklyn, NY, Lesser Evils is a hilarious, pop culture-filled universe created by Ian Grody (writer) and Justin Fair (director), along with artist Yishan Li (illustrator), that explores what intimacy, spite, selflessness, and friendship mean today.
“My aspiration from the jump has been to create a comic through the lens of contemporary culture. And reflect it back to readers through relevant, relatable stories filled with references to their favorite music, movies, and memes,” said Ian Grody, co-creator and writer of Lesser Evils. “Brooklyn was the perfect backdrop because it’s not only a cultural hub, it’s a place of becoming. Where people actively go to transform and reinvent themselves. Any place where there’s that much hope and desperation and frustration is already full of magic. No better venue for our eerie and eerily familiar tales.”
Justin Fair, co-creator and director/producer of Lesser Evils, added, “As a seminal rocker and voice of a generation, Gavin Rossdale (Bush, Institute), sang: ‘It's the little things that kill.’ Lesser Evils are the less obvious, often self-inflicted, more insidious evils that threaten our well-being. They are the pitfalls we all must avoid and the obstacles we all must navigate within ourselves to achieve a successful place in our social circles, in our neighborhoods and in the world. Our hope is that through the drama, the humor, and the thrills and chills, Lesser Evils is a guided tour for the reader through some of the lesser-known exotic microcosms of Brooklyn and the frighteningly familiar exotic microcosms of themselves.”
“It’s kind of slightly chilling, slightly funny, but more of a mystery, everyday life kind of thing,” said Yishan Li, artist of Lesser Evils. “That’s definitely something I like to draw.”
Jace chats with award-winning writer Tillie Walden as she brings the beloved Walking Dead character Clementine back in a brand new medium. A fan favorite from the video game series, Robert Kirkman himself promised that Clementine's story would be finished even though the video game series was left incomplete. Join us as Jace chats with Tillie about this first of three graphic novels that continue Clementine's story.
Skybound has this to say about the title;
It’s a new beginning for Clementine, the star of the bestselling video game franchise TELLTALE’S THE WALKING DEAD, in Clementine Book One, as she’s back on the road, looking to put her traumatic past behind her and forge a new path all her own. But when she comes across an Amish teenager named Amos, the unlikely pair journeys north to an abandoned ski resort in Vermont, where they meet up with a small group of teenagers attempting to build a new, walker-free settlement. As friendship, rivalry, and romance begin to blossom amongst the group, the harsh winter soon reveals that the biggest threat to their survival…might be each other.
Jace and Jay chat about a few of the books that are hitting comic shops for the week of June 29, 2022. Particular highlights are Naughty List, Eight Billion Genies, Public Domain and Sins of the Black Flamingo. Also the guys give a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics for the week of June 28, 2022. They both agree that Batman: Fortress #2 is their favorite book of the week as Batman shows his tenacity in going after the aliens threatening earth. Even in the face of loss he's determination never wavers. Deathstroke Year One, Action Comics and Task Force Z are also highlights. Listen in for all the details.
Jace has an in depth conversation about the upcoming Massive-Verse title The Dead Lucky. It's the debut series from writer Melissa Flores full of super-hero action with electrical powers and giant mechs set in San Francisco. Melissa draws on the experiences of those closest to her and her own cultural roots to bring a relatability and realism to the project. The gorgeous linework of French Carlomagno and colors of Mattia Iacono along with dynamic lettering from Becca Carey bring this book to live in a dynamic way. Be sure to pre-order as soon as possible.
Jace chats with writer/artist Reid Beaman about his World War I graphic novel The Stretcher Bearers. Focused on the unsung heroes of the war who risked their lives to retrieve wounded soldiers from the battlefield.
Maxwell Fox didn’t know what he would witness in France. America had only been in the Great War since April 2, 1917. Nothing could have prepared him for the horrors that awaited him and the rest of the men of the 4th Infantry “Ivy” Division. As the Meuse-Argonne Offensive raged on, Maxwell became assigned to a unit of stretcher bearers, men who were tasked with running into harm’s way to rescue their fallen brethren from the clutches of death. This wouldn’t be an easy job, but with Graham, Frank, and Ralph by his side, Maxwell had to rely on his team and hope to survive. A dark and honest look at the bond of brotherhood during war, The Stretcher Bearers tells the unforgettable tale of a young soldier trying to save the lives of wounded soldiers and keep the men he’d formed a bond with alive. But in the “war to end all wars,” no one was safe.
Jace talks spoiler-free about 16 books he has read already from this week's titles We get some great character work in Rogue Sun, Silver Coin is as horrific as ever and Amazing Spider-Man has a great twist. Plus the end of the latest arcs of Newburn and Arrowsmith and Jace gives a run down on some other titles you might wat to look out for this week.
Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics issues for the week of June 21, 2022. In what may be the best week of DC Comics for the year, every title is great! So much so the guys have a hard time picking their favorite books for the week. Be sure to listen to this one to hear all about the great titles DC is putting out!
Jace welcomes writer Ryan Parrott back to the show. They discuss Ryan's latest title Rogue Sun and the surprise twist at the end of #4. Plus plenty of talk about how personal this book is to Ryan. Also they guys discuss reader reaction & choosing a non-traditional main character, not the usual heroic type.
Jace and Jay chat about the books that are debuting in comic shops June 15, 2021. Some of the their favorites are Bunny Mask The Hollow Inside #2 that gives us a ton of insight into Bunny Mask as a character, Radiant Black #15 which features characters from C.O.W.L. and has a link to an animated Radiant Black animated short that is a must-watch and Eight Billion Genies #2 which continues the excellent start to the series as it perfectly balances the epic scope of the main idea with intimate character work.
Area 51: The Helix Project has had a successful run of 4 issues. The 5th exciting chapter begins its Kickstarter Campaign. Join Jace of the Comic Source Podcast and Rocky from Comic Boom! as they interview creator Trevor Fernando's-Lenkiewicz on what supporters to his Kickstarter campaign can expect from the various tiers that they can contribute to in the campaign and teases as to the next chapter of Area 51: The Helix Project.
Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics issues for the week of June 14, 2022. It's a acrimonious week as the guys don't see eye to eye on many of the titles. Even the books they do like, they don't necessarily agree on what works well for those stories. Join us to see whose side you are on!
Jace chats with Barry Lyga about the new superhero anthology Generation Wonder. Filled with diverse heroes by diverse creators they are stories that truly reflect the world outside your window. Barry give is the lowdown story by story with some details about what each story is about. Plus the guys chat a bit about recruiting the writers for this project and why Barry decided to do it in the first place.
GENERATION WONDER A high-flying YA anthology featuring 13 short stories that turn superhero tropes on their head and offer fresh perspectives on modern myths
Triumph. Tragedy. The empyreal. The infernal. Even the mundane, filtered through the fantastical. Superheroes are, appropriately enough, a sort of super-genre, encompassing all other story types.
This YA anthology features 13 short stories that creatively turn superhero tropes on their head, while still paying homage to the genre that has found fans for more than eight decades. And there will be no mistake—superheroes don’t have to just be generic handsome white dudes. Everyone in the world, no matter their race, sexual preference, pronouns, or level of ability, has dreamed of flying.
Contributors include six New York Times bestselling authors, seven multiple award winners, a founder of We Need Diverse Books, and at least one author with millions of books in print in the U.S. alone. The collection is edited by New York Times bestselling author Barry Lyga, and it also features illustrations from Colleen Doran—New York Times bestselling cartoonist, and artist of the legendary Stan Lee’s memoir. The full list of contributors includes: Barry Lyga, Paul Levitz, Sarah MacLean, Lamar Giles, Elizabeth Eulberg, Danielle Paige, Varian Johnson, Joseph Bruchac, Morgan Baden, Matthew Phillion, Anna-Marie McLemore, Sterling Gates, and Axie Oh.
Jace chats about the upcoming Skybound Comet line from Robert Kirkman's imprint with editor Alex Antone. Some amazing books from fantastic creators. The first wave is coming this year with more to follow next year. Alex gives us insight into building the line and what we can expect in terms of tone. Also we talk about recruiting new or underserved voices to bring more variety of stories to the line.
Rocky and Jace talk about all the stories in the latest celebration of inclusivity for LGBTQ+ characters & creators from DC Comics. A real who's who of characters from DC in this amazing anthology highlighted by the real-life story from legendary Batman actor Kevin Conroy. Heartfelt & brave, we hope Kevin's life experiences that he relates here inspire others to be true to themselves as well.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books hitting comic shops the week of June 8, 2022. We have three amazing AfterShock titles, including Astronaut Down, Jay's Book of the week. Jane Foster & the Mighty Thor is a ton of fun and very new reader friendly. Afterschool is a new horror anthology from Skybound and really has Jay impressed. The penultimate issue of the Hulk vs Thor story promises an epic conclusion. Meanwhile Jace cant' decide and chooses Twig & Metal Society both as his Books of the Week.
Jace and Rocky talk about the first issue of the big event from DC Crisis that runs until the end of the year. Just what the consequences of Dark Crisis will be and how it will change the DC Universe as we know it are still to be determined. So the question is, should you be reading this comic? Listen in to find out!
Jace and Rocky break down the DC books for the week of June 7, 2022. Dark Crisis kicks off and gets it's own spotlight as does DC Pride, but we get the debut of an intriguing if not horror inspired Black Label Aquaman story. Poison Ivy may be returning to her villianous roots, no pun intendedm while The Help continues to be a potential nemesis for Batman that has tons of potential. Speaking of Batman, the Thomas Wayne version knows he is not the detective his son is. What's more worrisome is the carte blanche he feels he due to his adamant belief that the very reality he inhabits should not exist.
Jace and Rocky break down the DC books for the week of June 7, 2022. Dark Crisis kicks off and gets it's own spotlight as does DC Pride, but we get the debut of an intriguing if not horror inspired Black Label Aquaman story. Poison Ivy may be returning to her villianous roots, no pun intendedm while The Help continues to be a potential nemesis for Batman that has tons of potential. Speaking of Batman, the Thomas Wayne version knows he is not the detective his son is. What's more worrisome is the carte blanche he feels he due to his adamant belief that the very reality he inhabits should not exist.
Jace and Jay chat about some of the books they have read for the week of June 1, 2022. Righteous Thirst for Vengeance is unbelievably brutal and so great. Clear comes to a satisfying conclusion with a very appropriate ending. We also have the end of the second arc of Alien which even is a call back to the first arc and a creepy horror debut from James Tynion IV. Strange and Captain Marvel are also excellent. Plus Jace gives a rundown on some other books you might want to be on the look out for.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comic releases for the week of May 31, 2022. We get the end of the Shadow War which plants some seeds for upcoming changes with Batman, Damian, Geo-Force & the Secret Society of Super-Villains having an impact in the forthcoming Dark Crisis. Also a couple of annuals with a poignant Superman take & the future of Batman Inc.
Jace chats about the return of the big fan convention in Phoenix. A show that has faced unique challenges over the years. How will it emerge from the pandemic? What guests are attending this years show and who can you expect to meet? Plenty of programming and tons of retailers as always. So we hope to see you there.
Jace and Jay chat about some of the books they have read for the week of May 25, 2022. The Hulk Thor fight continues to give great moments, Ice cream Man is it's usually weird self and Blood-Stained Teeth starts to ramp up the action.
Rocky and Jace are back together to talk about the DC titles for the week of May 24, 2022. We get more superb work on Swamp Thing, an excellent debut issue with Batman Fortress and the Murphy-verse continues to impress.
Jace talks with Ron Frenz about creating the iconic look for Superman Blue. A controversial change at the time, the guys discuss how DC promoted it and how changing classic costumes for fan-favorite characters is always risky. Plus plenty of talk about Strange Visitor and Ron's current work also.
Rocky flies solo as he talks in-depth about the DC titles for the week of May 17, 2022. We get the return of Fables, a new Milestone title kicks off and Nightwing starts a new arc.
Jace chats with Ron Marz and former Russian Intelligence agent Janosh Neumann about the real life story of Janosh leaving Russia behind to begin a new life in the United States. Along with his wife Victoria, he no longer feels safe in his home country and makes the difficult decision to leave everything behind, but life isn't a James Bond movie and the transition is more challenging than you might think.
Stephanie Phillips returns to the show to chat about the debut of her hit series from Boom! Grim tells the story of a Reaper named Jessica Harrow and the mystery surrounding her demise. Even as there is a greater mystery to solve, Jessica tries to navigate the afterlife while guiding souls from the realm of the living to the dead. Plus Stephanie gives some insight into her recently concluded Comixology series, We Only Kill Each Other and there's Harley Quinn & Wonder Woman talk too!
Jace talks about the books he read for the week of May11, 2022. There are a full half-dozen series starting off with Grim leading the pack. The debut of the sequel to Bunny Mask, subtitled, The Hollow Inside is Jay's Book of the Week and Jace chooses Crossover #13 which had hit him with all the feels.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC books for the week of May 10, 2022. It's a bit of a down week though we do get the end of the Kill Joker Black Label book, I AM Batman continues to be excellent and the DC FCBD issue that previews dark Crisis is awesome.
A few days late due to travel, but Jace talks about the books he read for the week of May 4, 2022. Twig is Book of the Week for both Jace and Jay. The debut of Dogs of London from Peter Milligan is also excellent as is the end of the Korvac story in Iron Man.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC books for the week of May 3, 2022. We get the end of World of Krypton, Suicide Squad and One Star Squadron, plus the first chapter of Flashpoint Beyond while Task Force Z and Batman Beyond Neo-Year continue to be excellent.
Jace and Rocky break down the death of the Justice League in #75. The events of Infinite Frontier and Justice League Incarnate have been leading to this. The once sympathetic Pariah has chosen to align himself with the Great Darkness as a way to finally be free of his tortured existence. Unfortunately for the most powerful of the DC heroes, the power the evil entity has given Parian far outweighs the power of the league combined!
Jace and Rocky break down the final issue of the Trial of the Amazons. They also talk about their impressions of the event overall, what worked and what didn't. Plus some thoughts on what might be coming up next for Wonder Woman and her allies.
Spawn #72 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Wolfram continues to antagonize Spawn while Bootsy tries to play peacemaker. It's clear that Wolfram thinks he and Spawn have a lot in common though they are on different sides of the war between Heaven and Hell, while Spawn doesn't want to acknowledge that at all. This even leads Spawn to seek out other vampires later in the issue to defeat them and feel better about himself. The boy he rescues seems to have quite the secret though. Meanwhile we meet another new character who discovers the bad of necroplasm The Freak left behind.
Spawn #71 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Brian Holguin, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
An incredible fast-paced issue as the fall out of Spawn's death and return begins to be felt. We get a classic Spawn Cogliostro confrontation as the elder hellspawn urges Al Simmons to be more proactive. Wile thinking about this, Spawn is attacked by an entirely new character whose allegiances may surprise you, as well the person who comes to Spawn's rescue. Plus Sam and Twitch are eft searching for answers & Wanda feels abandoned by Terry.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books they have read for the week of April 27, 2022. More great war stories from AfterShock, then end of the futuristic Bylines in Blood and Book of the Week, The Naughty List. Blood-Stained Death makes it's debut and exceeds already lofty expectations. Also a new era of Spider-Man kicks off at Marvel. Plus a rundown on some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
In this episode we discuss; Spawn #70
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Spawn is back! Just how was he able to be killed in the first place? The answer is in this issue as is a major freak out by Cyan. Plus the different factions of the homeless waste no time in wasting each other and we see The Freak get what he deserves.
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Jace chats with super-talented comic creator Nick Pitarra. Nick gives his insights into his very personal project Ax-Wielder Jon. We learn how the story and it's eponymous character helped Nick's family through some challenges. We talk about about the complexity of the main character and how he draws from so many different inspirations of the things Nick loves as a fan. This book is going to be HUGE so be sure to get in early and grab some of the incredible rewards available in this campaign.
Jace goes solo in this one to chat about the DC titles hitting comic shops the week of April 26, 2022. We see the death of so many iconic DC heroes in Justice League #75, we get two more chapter sof the Shadow War with Deathstroke and Batman, plus the Trial f the Amazons comes to a close. Tons of great books this week.
Spawn #68 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Sam and Twitch find the headless body of Spawn and try to take it ... somewhere? Meanwhile the different factions of homeless are ready to fight, but are willing to team up to take out Sam and Twitch. We also see Cyan have a major freak out and the last page is a big moment.
Jace has a great conversation with rising start Marvel writer Jed Mackay. They chat about hsi definitive Black Cat run, making Moon Knight accessible for new readers and so much more. Listen in and be sure and follow Jed on Twitter.
Jace chats with creator Chris Ryall about the return of a property Chris created with artist Ben Templesmith back in 2009, Groom Lake. A humorous, dark & weirdly relevant story about UFO's, conspiracies and aliens. Chris talks about why this was the right time to bring this back. He also discusses bringing on artist Nelson Daniel, with Templesmith being unavailable, Nelson unique blend of humor & darkness were a natural fit. There are tons of tiers with a great variety of rewards including original art, glow-in-the-dark pins, the original Groom Lake graphic novel and so much more.
Jace chats with writer Eliot Rahal about his new graphic novel form Z2 Comics, Cheech and Chong Chronicles: A Brief History of Weed. Eliot gets a chance to tell and epic stoner adventure story with the legendary comedy duo that explores many of the tropes about weed through the years. A must-read for fans of Cheech and Chong and anyone who loves a good toke!
Jace and Jay talk abut a few of the books they have a had a chance to read for the week of April 20, 2022. Particular favorites include wolverine #20, narrated by Deadpool and Arrowsmith: Behind Enemy Lines #4 which continues to be an incredible melding of war and fantasy comic with gorgeous artwork. Plus Jace gives a run down on some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky talk about part VI of the Wonder Woman-centric event, Trial of the Amazons. Cassie Sandsmark reveals the results of her investigation and the killer may surprise you. The narrative structure is also a bit of a surprise and we are not sure how well it works.
Great week of DC Comics releasing for 4-19-2022, led by Catwoman Lonely City #3 and Nice House on the Lake #8. The guys also really liked Batman The Knight #4 and Catwoman #42. Check oout our in-depth reviews for these issues plus more.
Jace chats with Jamieson Alcorn about his current Zoop campaign for White Ravens. This medieval fantasy epic talks much of it's inspiration from the long running Dungeons and Randomness podcast. Fans of the podcast will recognize some of the places and names, but this is an all new story. For anyone who is not familiar with Dungeons and Randomness, that's ok! This story totally stands on it's on as a rip-roaring fantasy story for all fans of D&D like adventure.
Jace chats with writer Zack Kaplan and his just released title from Dark Horse, Break Out. From the real world relevance to the amazing line work and colors by Wilton Santos and Jason Wordie, respectively. The guys also discuss Metal Society, an upcoming title from Zack at Top Cow, with art by Guilherme Balbi, and colors by Marco Lesko. Finally they touch on the Vault series coming later this year from Zack and John J, Pearson. There's a lot to be excited about from Zak and hi collaborators so give this one a listen.
Jace and Jay talk about some of the books they have read for the week of April 13, 2022, Nocterra and Break Out are particular favorites, plus we get the debut of a new horror title at Image, A town Called Terror and a new volume of Kaiju Score from AfterShock. Jace also gives a rundown of some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Soild week of DC Comics as Rocky and Jace talk about the books hitting comic shops the week of April 12, 2022. Naomi faces family problems while the villain in Suicide Squad: Blaze faces down superman with no issue. Plus Green lantern comes to a close with a whole new role for John Stewart. All this plus deep dives into all the rest of the DC titles dropping this week.
Jace and Rocky talk about part V of the Wonder Woman-centric event, Trial of the Amazons. Just as the trial is about to start, disaster strikes and it seems as though the champions will not even get a chance to compete, but only time will tell.
Jace and Rocky breakdown the first issue of the sequel to the ground-breaking Flashpoint event. Flashpoint Beyond brings the dark reality back to life and stars Thomas Wayne trying to understand why the reality exists and why he is the only one who remembers how things should truly be.
Jace chats with composers John Murphy, Stephanie Economou and Kevin Kiner about their work and the similarities it has with colors n comics. Both set mood and emotion, plus they set you up for the story beats to come or bring you down after a big moment.
John Murphy
British film composer John Murphy is a multi-instrumental musician. He gained recognition in the film industry while working on films like Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels, 28 Days Later, Sunshine, Kick-Ass, and recently The Suicide Squad. Murphy has worked with some of the industry's most respected and luminary filmmakers, including Danny Boyle, James Gunn, Guy Ritchie, Stephen Frears, Matthew Vaughn and Michael Mann.
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Stephanie Economou is an award-winning composer and violinist. She is the composer of the Netflix TV series Jupiter’s Legacy, the Lionsgate/Starz series Step Up: High Water, the second season of Manhunt: Deadly Games, Assassin’s Creed: Valhalla DLC “The Siege of Paris,” the Netflix series The Chair, and the upcoming LucasFilm/Disney+ documentary feature More Than Robots, among other works.
Jace chats with Cavan Scott about his discovery of American comics and passion for the characters from a young age. The guys dive deep into Cavan's creator-owned series at Vault, Shadow Service. There is also some Star wars: The High Republic talk and tons about the recently concluded Titans United series.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the comics hitting shops the week of April 6, 2022, Black Widow comes to an end and breaks our heart that it is ending. We also get another fantastic debut from AfterShock with The Ocean Will Take Us and the third issue of She-Hulk is also very good.
Really great week of DC Comics as Rocky and Jace talk about the books hitting comic shops the week of April 5, 2022. The Second issue of Wonder Woman Historia makes the epic story more personal, a new Batman Beyond series get's started and the departure of Amanda Waller has thrown the Suicide Squad into disarray.
Jace chats with Eisner- Award winning writer David F. Walker about his current Zoop campaign for Imposter Syndrome. It's a collection of short stories with various artist wherein David explores different ideas and themes through stories as personal as dealing with bullies as a kid to zombies. Some quick talk about Bitter Root & Naomi also.
Spawn #68 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
The unthinkable has happened, we say at the end of last issue that Spawn has seemingly been killed. Cog recruits Sam and Twitch to go retrieve Spawn's body, as the criminals who murdered Al report into their boss. Just who is the mysterious figure pulling the strings? Well you will have to listen in to find out, but it is a character we have seen before. Plus, what is going on with the seemingly insane Mrs. Byrd?
Spawn #67 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
After the dealing with the impact of his face reverting to the scarred ruin he returned to earth with Spawn is finding himself a bit adrift. He comes across many of his friends in Rat City having a discussion on the nature of good and evil, as well as heaven and hell. While no answers are forthcoming, Spawn makes an interesting discovery that leads to dire consequences.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books hitting comic shops March 30, 2022. The final issue of Spider-Woman is bittersweet as it has been so much fun and the last installment is no exception. Also the second issue of Ghost Rider & Rogue Sun both have plenty of drama and intrigue while the debut of Immortal X-Men feels very grand in scope. Two more ending as we get the final Beyond issue of Amazing Spider-Man and the first arc of My Date With Monsters comes to a close and both stories leave plenty of plot threads to be explored in subsequent issues.
Jace and Rocky break down the final part of War for Earth 3 as the Titans arrive on Earth -3 and the battles are fast and furious. Rick Flag's paranoia gets the best of him and his attempts to foil Amanda Waller's plan may have doomed them all. Tons of action in this finale, but there seems like more to come from these events in the upcoming Dark Crisis.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics books released for the week of March 28, 2022. We get the start of the Shadow War pitting the Bat Family against Deathstroke, as well as the debut of the latest series to take place in the Sean Murphy-verse. Plus the return of Ram V's Swamp Thing. Join us for an in-depth look at these titles in adding to all the pother DC books dropping this week.
Jace chatted with Jennifer Stevens-Bawcum, sister of the late Dave Stevens. Dave was an incredibly talented and influential artist whose timeless pulp inspired style captured the imagination of many comics fans throughout the 80's and 90's. Many more fans discovered Dave's creation, the Rocketeer when it became a hit film in 1991. The current Zoop campaign honors both Dave and the Rocketeer by bring the figure to life in stunning color as a puzzle. Other items for the campaign include a limited editon print and a Rocketeer T-shirt. Join us as we discuss Dave's legacy with Jennifer and how you can join the campaign.
Jace talks with writer J.M. DeMatteis about returning to the character of Ben Reilly. The talk some Clone Saga on general and of course touch on Kraven's Last Hunt, but the majority of the conversation revolves around the themes J.M. likes to explore in terms of duality, identity & the overall complexity of the human spirit. Plenty of talk about classic literary influences on J.M.'s work also, such as Brothers Karamazov & The Tyger. Of course no chat with the long-time comic scribe would be complete without talking about the legendary Bwa-ha-ha era of the Justice League.
Spawn: Blood and Salvation - Writer - Alan McElroy, Artist - Ashley Wood, Letterers - Richard Starkings & Oscar Gongora
Blake and Jace breakdown Spawn - Blood and Salvation as we complete the story of the future Spawn Daniel Llanso. Plenty of action in this one, especially when it comes to the ultimate villain who is definitely a surprise.
Blood-Stained Teeth - Writer - Christian Ward, Artist - Patric Reynolds, Color Artist - Heather Moore, Letterer - Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou Jace chats with the creative team for the upcoming horror title at Image Comics, Blood-Stained Teeth. Drawing from relevant ideas of the have's and have-not's, the world of Blood-Stained Teeth is one where vampires feed not only on the blood of society but it's wealth as well. Check out our conversation with these talented creators as they give us their insights into the project
Curse of Spawn #1-4 - Story - Alan McElroy, Pencils - Dwayne Turner, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas
We get a look at a possible future where demonic machines from hell have just about won their war with heaven. With just a few human survivors left, a new hellspawn arises, but he may not be on the side you think. We're feeling heavy Terminator influences here.
Curse of Spawn #15-16 - Story - Alan McElroy, Pencils - Dwayne Turner, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas
Jace and Blake talk about the story of Abdiel, the first angel in heaven's army. He sacrifices everything to become a fallen angel to be consigned to hell and be there waiting when a certain soul destined to be a hellspawn arrives. Things don't exactly goes as planned though and the tale turns tragic.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books hitting comic shops March 23, 2022. Iron Man #18 and Manic of New York #4 are favorites. Overall it's a very action packed week with so many issues that are action from cover to cover. Plus a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Spawn #66 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Spawn realizes he should have heeded Cogliostor's warning and not wasted time confronting Jason Wynn. He no longer appears human and is distraught over losing his chance to connect with Wanda. Thinking he can patch things up with Terry, he finds that he may have ruined that relationship as well, leaving the hellspawn as isolated as ever. Just when it seems things can't get worse, he also seems to be sickening and losing control of his powers.
Jace and Rocky break down the forth part of War for Earth 3 as the Titans get involved. Rick Flagg's squad got soundly defeated during the first big battle on Earth 3, so this time when they go back they are bringing the Titans along for support. Even the adult Titans don't realize just how many Titans are making the trip though.
Jace and Rocky talk about part IV of the Wonder Woman-centric event, Trial of the Amazons. We get the best issue of a Yara Flor Wonder Girl comic yet, with gorgeous art by Joelle Jones. It is tone perfect & celebrates Yara's heritage and the unique visuals of the Esquecida tribe
Jace talks in-depth about some of the DC Comics hitting stands the week of March 22. 2022. Human Target #6 and Rogues #1 are particular highlights. If you want to hear about Wonder Girl: Trial of the Amazons #1 or Teen Titans Academy #13 be sure to check out their individual spotlights.
Spawn #65 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
A perfect jumping on point for new readers or a great way for long time readers to refresh their memories on what has happened throughout the entire series so far. Sam and twitch catch up with Cogliostro and the mysterious figure fills them in on all the goings on with Al Simmons and the fight between heaven and hell. While the two detectives are skeptical, it is nothing compared to the bombshell Cog drops on them abut their connection to Spawn.
Spawn #64 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
All out action in this issue! One of our favorite issues ever as Spawn is brimming with confidence after gaining his human face back. He is going to confront Jason Wynn and force him to back off once and for all. This is Al Simmons's chance to show Wynn just how powerful he has become. Even though the head of intelligence knows Spawn is coming, he has no way of stopping the hellspawn. In the end, the question becomes, is the price Al paid for this mission worth it?
Spawn #63 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Now that Spawn is feeling more like his human self than ever, he is ready to face off against Jason Wynn and prove he can get to the evil head of intelligence anytime. Not only that, he informs Terry that once Wynn is taken care of he is coming for his wife, Wanda. Is this a huge mistake by Simmons? Has he alienated one of the only allies he has?
Spawn #62 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Angela tries to recruit Spawn for help against a very powerful and deadly enemy. When Spawn express a reluctance both are struck by a bolt of anti-matter energy. Angela disappears, but AL Simmons has a much more positive though very unexpected reaction.
Curse of Spawn #11 - Story - Alan McElroy, Pencils - Dwayne Turner, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas
We see the final battle between Angela and the Argus. Plus a former ally shows up with a power item and threatens to destroy Angela, but what are her motivations? Also Angela vows to vanquish the enigmatic Deurges once and for all.
Jace and jay talk about a few of the books they have had a chance to read for the week of March 16, 2022. Amazing Spider-Man 92.Bey, Bylines in Blood #3 & Silver Coin #10 are particular highlights.
Jace and Rocky talk about part IIII of the Wonder Woman-centric event, Trial of the Amazons. Will Diana be able to use the lasso of truth to find out who killed here mother? Plus who will each tribe's champion be? Meanwhile something horrible is breaching Doom's Doorway.
Jace and Rocky break down the third chapter of War for Earth 3 as the battle moves to the pages of Flash. Johnny Quick is dispatched by Waller to obtain the Cosmic Treadmill from the Flash Museum on earth Prime, but Mirror Master has other plans. Then Wally shows up and it is a true three way fight with the future of Earth 3 perhaps hanging in the balance.
Jace talks with writer Joshua Williamson about all the current projects he has going on at DC. From the end of his Flash run and thinking he might be leaving to building towards Dark Crisis with Infinite Frontier and Justice League Incarnate, plus Shadow War. The guys also discuss Josh going outside of continuity to celebrate his love of the classic Flash villains in the upcoming Black Label title, Rogues. It's a wide ranging conversation talking so join us to hear about the exciting plans Joshua has for upcoming stories.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel discuss the DC titles for the week of March 14, 2022. We get the debut issue of World's Finest written by Mark Waid as well as a fantastic issue of Nightwing highlighting the friendship between Wally West and Dick Grayson. Plus the end of Titans United and a very intriguing issue of Robins.
Jace chats with Eisner-award winning writer Kelly Thompson, his pick for Best Writer of 2020. From her early beginnings and some thoughts about breaking in, they soon dive into her current work on Captain Marvel, Black Widow & more. Also tons of talk about Kelly's Substack and the community growing around her projects Black Cloak and the upcoming title The Cull. We've been wanting to have Kelly on the show for quite some time and this one was definitely worth the wait.
Curse of Spawn #9-10 - Story - Alan McElroy, Pencils - Dwayne Turner, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas
Jace and Blake take a look at a special Angela focused arc. We learn the origins of the former Primary warrior of heaven while she battles an evil that threatens to destroy all of reality. When she goes to Spawn for help, it isn't clear he will help or that he even understands the danger.
Jace chats with award-winning writer Alex Segura about his novel Secret Identity.Alex has written podcasts, short stories and comics in addition to his novels and his latest mystery novel is an intriguing tale set in the New York City of the 1970's. Carmen Valdez is an aspiring comic book creator stuck working as a secretary for a small comic book publisher with dreams of writing her own stories. Just when it seems she might have a way to sneak into the male-dominated industry of the time, the murder of one of her colleagues threatens her chance and leads he to try and solve the mystery herself. Filled with rich characters in a nuanced setting, you can nearly smell the newsprint of this classic era of the comic industry. A MUST-READ for comic and mystery fans both!
Curse of Spawn #12-14 - Story - Alan McElroy, Pencils - Dwayne Turner, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas
Jace and Blake talk about a terrifying killer who is stalking other serial killers in New York City. Sam and Twitch are on the case, but what is justice in a case like this? Who deserves to live and can the departed rest in peace?
Cy-Gor #1-6 - Story - Rick Veitch, Art - Joel Thomas, Letters - Richard Starkings & Wes Abbott, Colors - Todd Broeker, Jay Fotos & Drew Hutchinson
We get a closer look at Cy-Gor the cybernetic gorilla as he becomes embroiled in some horrific goings on in NYC. We get plenty of context for the tactical simian genius as he is hunted by the forces of Jason Wynn.
Jace talks spoiler-free about some of the books hitting comic shops the week of March 9, 2022. Last Flight Out #5 is particularly good. We also conclude the King of Spies series and get debut issue of Captain Carter, Spider-Gwen and Punisher. Plus a rundown of some other titles you might want to look out for.
Curse of Spawn #12-14 - Story - Alan McElroy, Pencils - Dwayne Turner, Inks - Danny Miki & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker & Mark Nicholas
Jace and Blake talk all about the new character Jessica Blake. Rumored to be the agent who truly killed Spawn, we get some great context about this formidable killer. Fantastic Dwayne Turner art that leans into the bombastic over the top action of the 90's.
Jace and Rocky talk about part I and part II of the Wonder Woman-centric event, Trial of the Amazons. Kicking off in the first issue of a book end series that ends with a shocking death, the series than continues in the final issue of Nubia and the Amazons as tensions rise and plans continue for a trial of skill for determining the best Amazon to guard Doom's Doorway.
Jace welcomes Tim Seeley back to the show. Tim kicks it off by talking about his current Zoop campaign for one of his earliest works, Lovebunny & Mr Hell. The guys talk in depth about the recently concluded Suicide Squad King Shark series. Tim gives some insight into his thought on the role of Robin as a sidekick for Batman and how he is exploring those ideas in his Robins series. Plus tons of Superman vs Lobo discussion
Jace and Rocky take a look at some of the DC titles hitting comic shops the week of March 8, 2022. There is a separate spotlight for the Trial of the Amazons, but the guys do talk about a fantastic week of great titles highlighted by The Joker #13 and Superman Son of Kal-El #9
Jace chats with co-creator, co-writer & artist of Echolands, J.H. Williams. J.H. breaks down the unique format of the book and the challenges it presents. The also take extensively about rendering & color for the book and how it informs mood and diversity in the sprawling world of Echolands. Plus Jace gives a rundown of some of the influences he sees and J.H. talks about how each of those influences became a part of this rich world. It's a fun and in-depth interview for a must-read series.
Spawn #61 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
As Cyan is joyfully reunited with her parents, Jason Wynn begins to once again plot to eliminate Terry Fitzgerald. Meanwhile, Spawn continues to struggle with the harm he brings to those around him. This ruminations leads to an unexpected memory surfacing, perhaps prompting by he recent run-ins with both the Clown & Cogliostro. Was Chapel really who killed Al Simmons?
In this episode we discuss; Best Comics of 2021 | The Comic Source Awards Part 1
Jace along with Rocky from the COMIC BOOM! YouTube channel give their picks for the Best Comics of 2021. From their favorite new series, ongoing titles, mini-series, graphic novels and more! There are so many great books discussed, did any of your favorites make the list? They also talk about some of their favorite covers, cliffhangers and moments in comics from 2021.
Spawn #60 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Spawn finds out who has taking Cyan and moves quickly to rescue her. In the final confrontation with the Clown, Spawn does not hold back, even though it costs him much of his remaining energy. Meanwhile, Jason Winn makes his own moves against Terry Fitzgerald.
Spawn #59 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Spawn finds out who has taking Cyan and moves quickly to rescue her. In the final confrontation with the Clown, Spawn does not hold back, even though it costs him much of his remaining energy. Meanwhile, Jason Winn makes his own moves against Terry Fitzgerald.
Spawn #58 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane, Danny Miki, & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
The return of two characters we didn't expect to see again. Brothers Eddie and Andy, whose father abused them, and the argument could be made that Spawn did not do enough to protect, have arrived in NYC. Spawn is not there to protect them this times as they are quickly caught up in the crime & corruption of the city. Ultimately they do see their "savior" again, but much like other things in Spawn's life, it does not go well.
Spawn #57 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane, Danny Miki, Jason Gorder & Chance Wolf, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin, Dan Kemp & Jason Gorder
The battle is finally here, Spawn takes on Cy-Gor and we learn the identity of the brain inside the beast. Plus we learn of a connection between the cyborg gorilla and Major Forsberg who in turn links the behemoth to Jason Winn.
In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday March 2, 2022
The Comic Source Podcast
Jace and Jay talk about some of the books they have read for the week of March 2. 2022. So many great books that Jace had to call out three best Books of the Week, Crossover #12, Nocterra #8 & Rogue Sun #1. Meanwhile Jay chose Spider-Woman #20 as his book of the Week.
Spawn #56 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin, Dan Kemp & Jason Gorder
Absolutely exquisite line & color work in this issue. The subtle shift works so well as the narrative changes slightly. The issue is narrated by a former ally of Jason Winn, who much like Al Simmons has suffered tremendously after having been exploited by the power hungry head of intelligence for years. Plus Cy-Gor's journey has finally ended and he lies in wait for Spawn, just who he is and why he has sought Spawn out will be explored soon.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! break down the first two part of the War for Earth-3 event. The War for Earth-3 begins with Amanda Waller and her carefully chosen Suicide Squad invade Earth-3 with an offer for UltraMan that he can't refuse! What is up with the relationship between Superwoman Donna troy and Owlman? Why is Ultraman so upset with it? You have heard of the breaking of the Batman, right? How about the breaking of the Owlman? Who is capable of such a thing? Is Owlman an idiot? How does Johnny Quick come back from the dead? What argument does Amanda Waller make to Ultraman to get him to let her govern Earth 3? And as their collaboration begins hope does it play out in part 2 in Suicide Squad #13?
Jace and Rocky take a look at some of the DC titles hitting comic shops the week of March 1, 2022. There is a seperate spotlight for the War for Earth=3, but he guys do talk about the return of Nice House on the Lake, a surprising twist in Dark Knights of Steel and the start of the Tom King Batman Heist story, Killing Time.
Dead Dreams: The Lucid Chronicles #1 -Writer - Brittany Matter, Artist - Dailen Ogden
Looking to live out her dreams of becoming an actress, timid Piña Axletree takes a tonic and wakes up in a parallel world, leading a drug syndicate. Will she run back to the familiar doldrums of her reality or become a more ruthless version of herself to achieve her dreams?
In the vein of ORPHAN BLACK and FRINGE, Dead Dreams: The Lucid Chronicles #1 is a 32-page sci-fi thriller where parallel worlds exist, dreams are drugs, and doppelgängers dare to change the world. Joining writer Brittany Matter (Off Into The Sunset) is artist Dailen Ogden (Wifwulf), variant cover artist Liana Kangas (Star Wars Adventures, Trve Kvlt), letterer Gabriela Downie (Harleen), editor Heather Ayres (Spitting Image), layout artist Hari Conner (Finding Home), designers Sasha E. Head (Decorum), AndWorld Design (Fearscape, Clear), flatter Drew Wills (Wifwulf) and marketing coordinator James B. Emmett (The Deadliest Bouquet).
Spawn #55 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Spawn and Terry have teamed up, now what? Well it's up to Al to use the skills he has long before he became a hellspawn and infiltrate some enemy territory to gather evidence of Jason Winn's dirty dealing when it comes to weapons. The problem is what Spawn does when he find the evidence he is looking for.
Spawn #54 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Spawn has returned from hell and Terry Fitzgerald is seeking him out. The truth has finally been accepted by Al's best friend and does this signal Spawn no longer having to face these challenges alone? Only if Spawn can find accept the truth Terry is reveling about his supposed betrayal. Powerful and emotional story beats in this one!
Spawn #53 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Spawn finishes his journey through hell by confronting his tormentor, Malebolgia. Does the demon have as much control over Spawn as he purports to? Does Al have anything left to bargain with in order to force Malebolgia to leave Wanda alone? Gotta read it to find out!
Spawn #51 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin, Dan Kemp & Matt Milla
The battle you have been waiting for! Spawn vs Savage Dragon as Spawn continues his travels through hell!
Jace and Jay give a run down on some of the books they have read already for the week of February 23. 20022. Supermassive live sup to the hype in a big way. It's the perfect blending of these heroes & their aesthetics. My Date with Monsters also continues to impress from AfterShock and is recommended. Tons of great Marvel titles as well, so listen in to hear what's hitting comic shops, plus the guys run down some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky take a close look at the DC Comics titles hitting comic shops for the week of February 22, 2022. We get the first issue of the highly anticipated Aquamen series, the best issue of Hardware yet and the guys can't agree on Action Comics. Robin, Deathstroke and Catwoman are filled with story and Task Force Z is wall to wall action just like DC vs Vampires.
Spawn: Blood Feud #'s 1-4 - Story - Alan Moore, Art - Tony Daniel & Kevin Conrad, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker
A monster hunter comes to NYC searching for Spawn. He has Al believing that his costume is a killer and that Spawn himself may be a vampire. When the dust clears, Spawn is more at peace with himself and the monster hunter stands revealed as something must more diabolical than we first might have believed.
Spawn #30 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Jace is joined once again by Blake Whitlow as the guys take a close look at Spawn continuing his travels through hell. Now traversing the fourth level, Al Simmons is tortured psychologically and forced to confront the idea that what he professes to love may not be what he loves most. In the end he has something taken from him by order of Malebolgia and what the long term effects may be remains to be seen.
Spawn #50 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo & Todd McFarlane, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin, Dan Kemp & Todd Broeker
Jace is joined by Blake Whitlow, creator of the Spawn Reading order we are using for Spawn Daily. They guys break done the HUGE issue #50 with many important plot points going forward the greatly impact the story of All Simmons, Wanda and Terry. A lot of the plot threads that have been building over the last few years are resolved or greatly impacted by the events of this anniversary issue.
Jace chats with writer Jim Zub about his upcoming Thunderbolts title with artist Sean Izaakse. They chat about the history and legacy of the team and how they represent the idea of the Marvel Age as much or more than any other ream in the Marvel Universe. Plus we hear about how the choices for who would be on the team were made.
Angela #1-3 - Story - Neil Gaiman, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Mark Pennington, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Tod Broeker
Jace talks about the Angela mini-series from writer Neil Gaiman as we find out how Angela was backed into a corner and forced to team up with Spawn. Also the series leads into Spawn's arrival in the American south and why he arrived there so weakened.
Jace and Jay talk about the new comics hitting shops for the week of February 16, 2022. Maniac of New York is Jay's Book of the Week as Maniac Harry visits one of the most iconic places in NYC. The excellent series Deep Beyond comes to a close in a very satisfying way, while the Reckoning War ramps up in Fantastic Four & Queen Goblin & Doctor Octopus continues their villainous ways in Amazing Spider-Man & Superior Four respectively.
Jace and Rocky take a close look at the DC Comics titles hitting comic shops for the week of February 15, 2022. The Flash and Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow are especially great this week. We also get the conclusion of the Aquaman The Becoming series, but it is clearly not the end of the story and neither is the final issue of Nubia and the Amazons. Both of these stories will be continued in upcoming DC events. Detective Comics also remains a very compelling read as does Nightwing.
Youngblood 8 & 10 -Story & Pencils - Rob Leifeld, Script - Eric Stephenson, Inks - Danny Miki & Jonathan Sibal, Colors - Christian Lichtner, Kiko Taganashi, Letters - Kurt Hathaway
Jace breaks down the final confrontation between Spawn and Chapel. We say the aftermath of this in Spawn #27 but how did it all go down and why?
Maniac of New York: The Bronx is Burning -Writer - Elliott Kalan, Artist - Andrea Mutti, Letterer - Taylor Esposito
Jace chats with writer Elliot Kalan about the second arc of Maniac of New York. Harry is about to visit an iconic location in New York and we expect readers to go wild! They also talk about the reception for the first volume & the themes being expanded on after the success of the first volume.
Jace talks with writer Jason Inman about his latest Kickstarter campaign for Super Best Friend #1-2. What happens when Mattie Moore accidently reveals the secret identity of his best friend, the world renowned Captain Terrific? It's classic Silver-Age comic book adventure with all the relevance of modern sensibilities dealing with fame, social media & friendship. Plus there are some great call backs to classic moments from Jason's favorite eras of comics.
The Violator #1-3 - Story - Alan Moore, Pencils - Bart Sears & Greg Capullo, Inks - Mark Pennington, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace talks about the Violator mini0series where we meet all 4 of the demons brothers for the first time. Plus we learn how the Violator got his powers back after Malebolgia removed them and trapped his minion in the clown body he uses to hide out on earth.
Jace takes a break from the regular series to check out a could of issues of Curse Of The Spawn that fit right in between #20 & #21 of the regular series. First we get the tragic origin of Overt-Kill and his family in #23. Then in #24, we meet an intriguing & extremely dangerous individual that is dispatched to take out the newly christened Overt-War, but he turns defies orders & expectations when he redirects Overt-War to take out those who he felt had been unjustly holding him. We bet we haven't seen the last of the man code-named, Pandemic.
Spawn-Batman - Writer - Frank Miller, Art - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Batman heads to New York City to solve a case involving the homeless and Russian Cyborgs. When he meets Spawn the two of them clash in several epic battles before ultimately uniting to defeat a deranged common foe. When they part it isn't exactly as friends or even allies, but they did manage to do a lot of good by working together.
Jace has a long in-depth conversation with Brian Michael Bendis as the writer hits his 30th Anniversary working in comics. From his upcoming second volume of the breakout character Naomi, to the futurism inspired Joy Operations, to Ultimate Spider-Man and the creation of Miles Morales, they discuss it all and so much more. Plus a deep dive into navigating the creative waters when it comes to fan reaction, social media & getting to the truth of the characters.
Jace talks with JC from Scum and Villainy Cantina in Hollywood, CA about the origins of the bar and how things are going coming out of the Pandemic. Lots of talk about events, both past and upcoming, game nights, livestreams, karaoke and more! Plus the most important aspect of this nerd bar, the community that has grown up around it with people from around the world feeling at home in this amazing nerd mecca.
Spawn #49 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Terry finally goes to see a doctor about the couch he has and the fainting spell he had recently, though he hasn't told Wanda. Sam and Twitch are one day closer to meeting with their mysterious informant while Spawn is being held hostage! It turns out his costume has grown beyond his control and Spawn ends up needing the help of Cogliostro to be free
Jace and Jay talk about the new comics hitting shops for the week of February 9, 2022. Bylines in Blood from AfterShock and Amazing Spider-Man 88.BEY are real highlights for the guys. They also give a run down on some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
Spawn #48 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Tony Daniel, Inks - Kevin Conrad, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker & Roy Young
Spawn realizes that changes need to be made and confides in his friend Billy that he is going into hiding. Cogliostro continues to implore Spawn to take some agency over his existence and tells Simmons that hiding out accomplishes nothing. Meanwhile Sam and Twitch receive a mysterious envelope of evidence and an offer to meet with the mysterious messenger, but might it all be a set-up by Jason Winn?
It's a massive episode covering ALL the DC Comics for the week of February 8, 2022. Not only do we get 16 books, two of them are anthologies. Plus the debut issue of Suicide Squad Blaze is a giant 48 pages! Joker #12 and Titans United were real highlights, Tam Batman #6 is the perfect jumping on point and the perfect pacing continues in Detective Comics.
HEX 11- Artist/Creative Director - Lisa K. Weber, Head Writer/VP of Development - Kelly Sue Milano, Producer/Editor - Lynly Forrest
Jace chats with Team Hex. The talented, creative ladies behind the wonderful world of Hex 11. Harry Potter meets Blade Runner in this richly, detailed narrative where magic has been discovered but then commodified and subsequently controlled by government and corporations. The resulting class war is all too realistic and gives Hex 11 a fascinating relatability. There is also plenty of discussion about diversity, belong & representation that is a subtle backbone to the story. All this plus a giveaway so listen in!
Spawn #47 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Danny Miki, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin & Dan Kemp
Spawn is convinced by Tremor that Don Vito Gravano is keeping tabs on Wanda, Terry and Cyan despite Spawn warning the mafia boss to leave them alone. Also it's clear that Gravano has some ties to Jason Winn as well. When Tremor and Spawn confront Gravano he has a surprise in store for them, but it doesn't even slow Spawn down.
Spawn #46 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Tony Daniel, Inks - Kevin Conrad, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker & Roy Young
An old foe of Vito Gravano makes his move and he wants Spawn for a partner. Meanwhile, Cogliostro tries to give Spawn a kick in the butt to get him to act out of knowledge instead of instinct and ensure his costume doesn't gain ultimate control.
Spawn #45 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin
We get the end of the epic battle between Spawn and the angle, Tiffany, which leaves one of them in VERY poor shape. Meanwhile Sam and Twitch make a decision about their future and a new antagonist may be the most dangerous foe Spawn will have faced yet.
Spawn #44 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Tony Daniel, Inks - Kevin Conrad, Letters - Lois Buhalis, Colors - Todd Broeker & Roy Young
There's a new angle hunting Spawn as he tries to regenerate from all the damage he has taken lately, not least of whihc was being dissected by Curse. Plus Sam and Twitch decide that Spawn is the missing link in their investigation, just how they plan on taking him down is the question.
Spawn #43 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin
Sam and Twitch have to take matters into their own hands when Chief Banks finally fires them. Just then it looks like the information they have on Banks will reveal the conspiracy, Jason Wynn gives the order to go scorched earth and Banks is left holding the bag.
Jace and Jay talk about some of the books hitting comic shops February 2, 2022. we have the debut of a new villain in Jay's Book of the Week Amazing Spider-Man. We get a glimpse into many of the casinoes in the world of Geiger, while we have a fanstastic cliffhanger ending in Crossover #11. Newburn continues to impress with the third issue and Nocterra's second arc feels like it is expanding the scope of the story. Plus the guys give a rundown on some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
Spawn #42 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Tony Daniel, Inks - Kevin Conrad, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Spawn survived the explosion at Curse's stronghold but at what cost? It will take meeting a little boy who happens to be a comic fan to provide some context to Al Simmons about what's going on, but that doesn't mean that he is even in control of his own body. Meanwhile Sam and Twitch have a breakthrough in their investigation of Chief Banks.
Jace chats with the Co-Founder and CEO of Zoop, Jordan Plosky. The guys talk about the changing landscape of crowdfunding and how Zoop is doing all it can to support creators through the campaign process for logistics and marketing. Plus Jordan gives us a rundown on current campaigns as well as some that are starting soon.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics for the week of February 1, 2022, We have the debut of the Monkey Prince series, Dark Knights of Steel and Detective Comics continue to be excellent and Suicide Squad has lead us to the War For Earth 3. Plus Justice League Incarnate #5 gives a rundown or the timeline of all the Crisis that have befallen the DC Universe in the last 40 years.
Spawn #41 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin, J.D. Smith & Dan Kemp
The dissection of Spawn continues as Curse tries to determine how the power is stored inside hellspawns on earth. Meanwhile Jason Wynn finally gets out of the hospital and finds the Violater in his clown persona waiting in this office. Plus Cy-Gor is still on the move, but the identity & motivations of the cybernetic behemoth are still a mystery.
Jace chats with comic creator Gerry Conway, from his earliest days at Marvel thought his long run on Justice League at DC. Many of Gerry's most iconic creations are touched upon, but even more than that Gerry talk about that famous Stan Lee idea, the illusion of change. How do you stay true to the archtype of a hero, but give readers and fans the sense that the character is changing? It is a balancing act and one Gerry performed admirably throughout his career. There is so much great conversation in this chat, we hope you join us to look back on the wonderful career of this talented writer.
Night of the Ghoul #4
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We Are Demons #3
Writer - Scott Snyder, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Jonathan Glapion, Color Artist - Dave McCaig, Letterer - Tom Napolitano
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Spawn #38 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Tony Daniel, Inks - Kevin Conrad, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker, Computer Color Assist - Roy Young
Cy-Gor is on the loose, but is he truly a villain? Also who is in control, is he wild like a gorilla or is someone controlling him? Meanwhile, Curse returns and what he has in store for Spawn has our hero falling to pieces, literally.
Spawn #39 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
We celebrate Christmas Spawn style as little Greggy sees Spawn Claus out his window and receives a gift that he passes along to his mother. This selflessness is perfectly in tune with the holiday feel of the story and means that Greggy, his sister Nadine, Mother Phyllis and all his neighbors in the building have a very Merry Christmas.
In this episode we discuss; Spawn #38
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Spawn #38 - Story - Todd McFarlane & Julia Simmons, Pencils - Tony Daniel, Inks - Kevin Conrad, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Todd Broeker, Computer Color Assist - Roy Young
As Spawn uses the motivation he feels from seeing the freak get revenge on the man he claims stole his life, he is preparing to take out Jason Winn once and for all. However, Cagliostro shows up to cloud things in Spawn's mind. More conflicted then ever before Spawn seeks advice from an unlikely source. Meanwhile we learn of a mad scientist who has created a cybernetic simian with a taste for meat, any kind of meat.
Jace and Rocky welcome writer Jeremy Adams to the show. He discusses being invited to pitch for comics while working for DC animation and having so many story ideas that the challenge becomes how to fit it all in one monthly book. The guys dive deep into Jeremy's Flash run and talk about the redemption of Wally, the importance of family and the priority Jeremy has of keeping the book fun. The is also a bit of talk about Future State: Black Adam, the new Black Racer and Jeremy tells us just how much he can't say about Flashpoint: Beyond!
Spawn #37 - Writer - Alan Moore, Plot - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
We meet The Freak who seemingly has much in common with Al Simmons. That feeling of kindred spirits leads Spawn to help The Freak exact revenge on those he claims have stolen his life, but when the truth is revealed will we find that Spawn has helped condemn an innocent man? If so what might be the long term consequences for Simmons?
Jace talks with writer Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz about his current Kickstarter Campaign Area 51: The Helix Project #4. After fully funding and successfully fulfilling the campaign for the first three issues of Ares 51: The Helix Project, Trevor is back with issue #4. Jace chats with him about what challenges he has faced so for in self-publishing this title as well as how he feels he has grown as a writer.
Area 51: The Helix Project #4
Writer - Trevor Fernades-Lenkiewicz, Artist - Mercelo Salaza, Color Artist - Marcio Luis Freire, Letterer - Taylor Esposito
In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday January 26, 2022
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Jace talks about some of the books hitting comic shops the week of January 26, 2022. Iron Man #16, Clear #4 and Mary Jane & Black Cat Beyond #1 are some of our favorites. Plus we give a run down on some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace chats with writer Varian Johnson about his recently released Young Adult Graphic Novel, Mister Miracle: The Great Escape. Varian talks about his collaboration with artist Daniel Isles and what Daniel's design sense brought to the project. There is also a lot of discussion about the relatability of the characters in the book as they go through the very formative years of early adolescence. Plus Varian talks about putting his own spin on the classic Jack Kirby creation, Scott Free.
About Varian Johnson Varian Johnson is the author of several novels for children and young adults, including The Parker Inheritance, which won both Coretta Scott King Author Honor and Boston Globe/Horn Book Honor awards; The Great Greene Heist, an ALA Notable Book for Children and Kirkus Reviews Best Book; and the graphic novel Twins, illustrated by Shannon Wright, which won a BCALA Children & Youth Literary Award for best graphic novel and was named an Eisner Award nominee. Originally from Florence, South Carolina, he received an MFA in writing for children and young adults from Vermont College of Fine Arts and is honored to now be a member of the faculty. Varian currently lives outside of Austin, Texas, with his family.
About Daniel Isles Daniel Isles is a professional artist committed to artistic practice, observation, themes, and expression to create entire worlds of his own. His unique illustration style has been used within many industries including fashion, music, authorship, and technology. He has worked and collaborated with Apple, DC Comics, Sega, Mighty Jaxx, Kidrobot, Timberland, and Owsla.
Jace and Rocky talk about all the DC Comics titles being released for the week of January 25, 2022. We get some fantastic gladiatorial action & cultural context for the slaves of War World in Action Comics #1039, a wonderful take in a no-nonsense Peacemaker from Garth Ennis, Superman '79 #6 concludes a series worthy of the world Donner and Reeve brought to life and we get GREAT cliffhangers in Detective #1050 and DC vs Vampires #4. Human Target #4 continues the transcendent artwork & charming story that we simply cannot get enough of while the Batman-Catwoman special is a worth tribute to John Paul Leon.
Spawn #36 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Spawn feels betrayed by Terry Fitzgerald seemingly coming to the aid of the man who had Al Simmons killed. Later he is rejected by Wanda again to make things even worse and further push Spawn away from any hope of finding comfort from those he loved in life. Meanwhile, just when it seems this attack by Spawn may weaken Winn's power, the Violater shows up with promises of making all the doubt about Winn's capabilities go away and leave Winn more powerful that ever.
Spawn #35 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Chief Banks misdeeds are out in the open now as is the fact that Sam & Twitch know about them. Meanwhile, Spawn is confronting Jason Wynn in what he things may be a final confrontation before he delivers what he believes will be well earned judgement to the man who ordered his death. However, the man who comes to save Wynn may be the harshest blow of all to Al Simmons and the ultimate betrayal.
Jace and Rocky discuss they current state of DC. How is the quality of the books overall, what can DC do to improve and where are the sales at right now from what they can tell. Plus a rundown for a ton of upcoming events, Trial of the Amazons, Aquamen, Death of the Justice League, Flashpoint Beyond, the new Birds of Prey, the three issue mini-series, Flash: The Fastest Man Alive, that is a prelude to the upcoming Ezra Miller Flash movie and the CW Show Tie-ins. There's so much DC News that the guys barely scratch the surface.
Jace chats with Christopher Priest about his career in comics which is now entering it's sixth decade. They talk about he old days in the Marvel offices, how he developed his signature style and of course his classic runs on Black Panther and Deathstroke.
Spawn #34 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Art - Greg Capullo & McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Two of Spawn's worst enemies come together and it looks to be a partnership that will cause Spawn big trouble down the line. Meanwhile, Al Simmons has plenty of trouble of his own as he gives into some of his baser instincts and takes out a drug dealer he thinks is strong-arming a kid, but according to Cagliostro, all is not what it seems.
Supermassive #1 -Writers - Kyle Higgins, Ryan Parrott & Mat Groom, Artist - Francesco Manna, Color Artist - Igor Monti, Letterer - Becca Carey, Designer - Michael Busuttil
Jace chats with the writers for the highly anticipate Image Comics superhero crossover SUPERMASSIVE This story features the debut of heroes, Inferno Girl Red & Rogue Sun, as they team up with Radiant Black to take on a new threat. Mat and Ryan talk about their excitement for fans to see their heroes for the first time as well as the anticipation the Massive Universe community has already shown for their characters. Also Kyle talks about the fun and freedom of creating stories with friends for characters that they own. Theirs a lot to unpack in this one. Don't forget to pre-order Supermassive as final Order Cut-off is January 24th with the issue hitting comic stores February 16th.
Spawn #33 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Art - Greg Capullo & McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Spawn is worried his continuing presence amongst the homeless of the alleys he calls home is a threat to his friends. A perfect example of this danger is the Violater returning, but telling Spawn the can't go anywhere because by leaving the Violater will attack Spawn's friends and cause the very thign Spawn is trying to avoid. What will our hero do to get out of this one? Meanwhile Terry completes his transfer to Wynn's department as both men make plans to surveille one another.
High Level- Writer - Rob Sheridan Artists - Barnaby Bagenda, Amancay Nahuelpan & Omar Francia, Color Artists - Romulo Fajardo Jr, Letterer - Nate Piekos
Jace has an in-depth conversation with creator Rob Sheridan about his DC Vertigo book HIGH LEVEL. They chat about Rob's background in visual design and how it informed the story, the density of Rob's scripts & collaboration with series artist Barnaby Bagenda and Rob's desire for the story to be more than the typical word circling the drain narrative. Plus Rob's confirms his desire to finish the series and where the property currently sits. All this plus a whole lot more in this wide ranging talk.
Spawn #32 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Art - Greg Capullo & McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Spawn finds out who took his friend Bobby and wastes no time in mounting a rescue. We see that his costume ha indeed evolved and has a much different look, but we aren't sure why. Once the battel begins, Spawn has an unexpected ally and one he doesn't even realize helped in rescuing his friend.
Spawn #31 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Art - Greg Capullo & McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Spawn is back in New York and back the alleys he calls home, but not everyone is glad to see him. As he is settling, his closets friend and ally is attacked by an old foe and Spawn, seemingly stil weak from hsi latest encounter with Angela, is powerless to save Bobby. Is this the motivation Spawn needs to finally heal so he can rescue his friend?
Spawn #31 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Art - Greg Capullo & McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Spawn is back in New York and back the alleys he calls home, but not everyone is glad to see him. As he is settling, his closets friend and ally is attacked by an old foe and Spawn, seemingly stil weak from hsi latest encounter with Angela, is powerless to save Bobby. Is this the motivation Spawn needs to finally heal so he can rescue his friend?
In this episode we discuss; Spider-Woman Spotlight with Karla Pacheco
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Spider-Woman -Writer - Karla Pacheco, Artist - Pere Perez, Color Artist - Frank D'Armata, Letterer - Travis Lanham
Jace chats with writer Karla Pacheco about her incredible series Spider-Woman. Karla gives her philosophy on constantly pushing the boundaries with the narrative, plus we learn all about her collaboration with series artist, Pere Perez. Lots of talk about the relatability of the character & pulling from the foundations that others have laid as well as bringing in family & supporting characters in her run.. To top it all off Karla gives us the explanation behind the Wham lyrics in issue #18!
Jace and Jay talk about some of the books hitting comic shops the week of January 19, 2022. The Silver Coin #8, She-Hulk #1 and Arrowsmith #1 are some of our favorites. Plus we give a run down on some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
Thoughtscape #2 - Writer - Matt Mair Lowery, Artists - Grim Wilkins, Dave Law, Karl Slominski, Tyrell Canon, Jacob Edgar, Color Artist - Lesley Atlansky
Jace chats with writer Matt Mair Lowery about the second volume of his sci-fi anthology, Thoughtscape. This book contains a wide variety of stories all occurring in a shared universe where thoughts are currency and many things are not what they seem. Jace and Matt, discuss the format and collaboration amongst creators as well as the campaign and community built up around the first volume of Thoughtscape.
Spawn #30 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Art - Greg Capullo & McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Spawn is still far form home, Not wanting to use his energy to teleport back to New York he is traveling by foot through the South when he encounters members of the KKK terrorizing local Black farmers. Spawn may have not had experience with child abuse and we can speculate on whether that led him to a poor decision last issues, but Al Simmons knows racism from personal experience. Just what until you see how justice is served in this story.
Spawn #29 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Art - Greg Capullo & McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Fresh off a battle with Angela (No, we haven't read that yet either), Spawn finds himself in need of a place to hide out and gets help from an unlikely ally. As it turns out though, this person may need Spawn's help more than Spawn needed his. It's an emotional story and one that broaches an uncomfortable subject.
Spawn #28 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Art - McFarlane & Greg Capullo, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Spawn decides to use Curse himself as a living warning sign for all the psychos who may came after him next. Meanwhile Curse has abandoned his faith and swears he will have his revenge on Spawn. While all this is happening, Wanda Blake decides to head to the alleys of New York at night, all alone to search for Spawn. It goes about as well as you'd expect, but will Spawn be there to save her?
Spawn #27 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Art - McFarlane & Greg Capullo, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
In this episode of Spawn Daily we meet Curse. A fanatical believer in God who has sacrificed a lot in the name of finding Peace. Don't ask us how his love & desire for peace means blowing a huge hole in Spawn's chest because we're not sure either.
Spawn #26 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Art - McFarlane & Greg Capullo, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
It feels like a shift back to the Heaven vs Hell narrative that we saw the series focus on in the early issues. So much of the recent storylines have focused on the mob angle and Al Simmons past. Now it's time to lean back into the supernatural.
Spawn #25 - Story - Todd McFarlane, Pencils - Marc Silvestri, Inkers - Batt & Billy Tan, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Brian Haberlin
The legendary Marc Silvestri joins Spawn for one issue during October 1994 for the Image Creator Crossover month. We wonder if the issue itself has a bit of a different narrative feel because McFarlane played to Silvestri's strength, but this is a quicker read than a lot of the early Spawn issues.
Spawn #24 - Story & Art - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
We get the conclusion of The Hunt storyline as all the thread that have been running the last three issues come together. It's a bit of an abrupt ending but ultimately it wraps up everything. We just wonder a bit about some of the decisions Spawn makes.
Jace and Jay talk about some of the books hitting comic shops the week of January 12, 2022. Stillwater, Amazing Spider-Man and Spider-Woman are real highlights. Plus we give a run down on some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
Spawn #23 - Story & Art - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
We finally see the big battle between Spawn and the new and improved Overt-kill, but it doesn't exactly go Spawn's way. Don't worry though, help comes from an expected ally and it looks like Spawn may have survived? Meanwhile, Wanda's neighbors are surprisingly vulnerable to Jason Wynn's machinations and we speculate on whether it will be her or Terry Fitzgerald who learns of Spawn's true identity first.
In this episode we discuss; DC Spotlight January 11, 2022 Releases
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La Mano del Destino - Story & Art by J. Gonzo
Jace chats with Chicano creator J. Gonzo about his creator owned comic La Mano del Destino. Focusing on the vibrant world of Lucha Libre with heroes and characters that have their roots in Mexican culture, La Mano del Destino is a story we can all relate to. Jace and J. talk about the series and it's success, the ideas of identity and how important cultural origins can be when creating heroes.
All the different threads start to come together as the mob sets up terry Fitzgerald for a run in with Overt-kill, Meanwhile Sam and Twitch track down Spawn just as he learns that Overt-kill is about to murder Terry, all the pieces are in place for non-stop action!
Spawn #21 - Story & Art - Todd McFarlane Inks - Mark Pennington, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Todd McFarlane returns to both penciling and writing duties as we get a bit of a catch up issue. Sam and Twitch are still tracking to track down their red-caped mystery man, Terry Fitzgerald is still being investigated but now he knows about it and we know that Jason Wynn has returned. Plus the Mob hasn't forgotten about Spawn and have declared way, which looks to include the return of Overtkill.
Spawn #20 - Story - Tom Orzechowski & Andrew Gros, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Todd McFarlane & Mark Pennington, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
We find out just what the scientist from the former USSR have planned as well as Houdini's plans. Just as fun as part one, the story really comes together in this second and final act. There may be a few conveniences, but ultimately the story works.
Spawn #19 - Story - Tom Orzechowski & Andrew Grossberg, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Mark Pennington, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace and Rocky talk about the first time efforts at writing for these creators. Although the narrative does have it's clumsy moments, we get some fantastic scenes with Spawn and Harry Houdini! That's right, the world's greatest escape artist joins Al Simmons and schools him on how to best use his powers, or more accurately, how to NOT use his powers. Great art from Capullo makes this a fun issue overall.
Canto - Co-Creator & Writer - David M. Booher, Co-Creator & Artist - Drew Zucker, Color Artist - Vittorio Astone, Letterer - Deron Bennett
Jace and a special co-host welcome writer David Booher to the show, they talk about the all-ages smash hit Canto. From it's earliest beginnings with the faith David & co-creator Drew Zucker had in the project to the upcoming fourth volume, there's plenty of talk about the themes & world of Canto. Plus David talks about his recently concluded Dark Horse series, Killer Queens, as well as the upcoming adaptation of Joe Hill's Rain & a Firefly series from Boom!
Spawn #18 - Story - Grant Morrison, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Art Thibert & Dan Panosian, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
The Grant Morrison arc on Spawn concludes with the end of this epic battle between Spawn and Anti-Spawn. Though Spawn may have won this battle it seems the war is far from over. Also who is the mysterious figure who tells Spawn it is possible to get out of a deal with the devil? We've got to keep reading to find out. In the meantime is it possible that Al Simmons has finally accepted that he is Spawn, how could this have happened?
Spawn #17 - Story - Grant Morrison, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Mark Pennington, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
The Grant Morrison arc on Spawn continues as the epic battle between Spawn and Anti-Spawn takes place. Al Simmons has never faced a foe this powerful. Does this mean the forces of Heaven are superior? Malebolgia doesn't seem to think so or care as he continues to torment his newest Hellspawn.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books hitting comic shops for the week of January 5, 2022. You especially should look our for the new AfterShock title Bylines in Blood, the One-shot set in the Nocterra universe; Blacktop Bill and the conclusion of Inferno from Marvel.
Canto Volume #1 - Writer - David M. Booher, Art - Drew Zucker, Colors - Vittorio Astone, Letters - Deron Bennett
Jace and a special guest discuss the first six issues of Canto, which comprise volume #1. This is a fantastic all ages tale with spirit, adventures and some great life lessons for younger readers.
Spawn #16 - Story - Grant Morrison, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Dan Panosian & Art Thibert, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
The legendary Grant Morrison takes over the writing duties as we are introduced to a familiar for for Al Simmons but in a different form. Just who is the Anti-Spawn?
In this episode we discuss; DC Spotlight January 4, 2022 Releases
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The second part of the Myths story as the Violater continues his version of his fight with Medieval Spawn. Who will emerge victorious? Well it is who might expect, but is it ultimately a hollow victory?
We get the first part of the Myths story as the Violater tells his version of events regarding an epic battle with Medieval Spawn.
Spawn #13 - Story, Pencils & Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Spawn confronts Chapel now that he realizes his former 'friend' was the one who assassinated him. Where they ever really friends at all? You will have to judge for yourself, but the guys don't seem to think so. They also wonder about whether the punishment Al Simmons doles out and whether it is too lenient.
Night of the Ghoul #3
Writer - Scott Snyder, Art & Colors - Francesco Francavilla, Letterer - Andworld Design
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Jace and Jay spend the last new comic book day of the year chatting about a few of the titles they have had a chance to check out already. Amazing Spider-Man reaches new heights in it's Beyond storyline with some emotional beats for Peter. Stray Dogs comes back with the first of a two part series focusing on some of the dogs past lives. More context for Kang in a one-shot that may hint at some future storylines for Marvel and Devil's Reign continues to show the lengths the Kingpin will go to defeat Daredevil and Elektra once and for all. Plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you may want to be on the lookout for.
Clear #3
Writer - Scott Snyder, Art & Colors - Francis Manapul, Letterer - Andworld Design
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In this episode we discuss; DC Spotlight December 14, 2021 Releases
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Writer Tom King joins Jace to wish everyone Merry Christmas! The guys talk about their love of Christmas, classic Holiday movies and traditions. Plus some discussion about comics also, Human Target, Supergirl, Rorschach, Strange Adventures and so much more! This is a fun chat, so be sure to listen in.
Spawn #11 - Story, Pencils & Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace and Rocky break down Spawn #11 as the 12 Days of Spawn-Mas rolls on. We did it! Well for now because starting in the new year we will have Spawn ... everyday. Meantime, Todd jumps back on the writing duties for issue #12 and we get a bit of a recap of what's happened so far. Also there is the big reveal of who killed Al Simmons, but we wonder if it has enough impact. It might have been better to get a little further along in the story of Simmons past to land this beat with more weight.
Spawn #11 - Story - Frank Miller, Pencils & Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace and Rocky break down Spawn #11 as the 12 Days of Spawn-Mas rolls on. Frank Miller's turn to write Spawn and unfortunately it doesn't hit on all cylinders. The characters, especially the new gangs of villains he introduces come across as a bit two dimensional. McFarlane is at teh top of his game artistically though.
Spawn #10 - Story - Dave Sim, Pencils & Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace and Rocky break down Spawn #10 as the 12 Days of Spawn-Mas rolls on. This time it's trailblazing creator Dave Sim handling the writing and he pulls no punches as his story gets very meta regarding creator rights and how creators of the past were taken advantage of by the business of comics
Jace chats with Color Artist Alex Sinclair, who's been working his color magic for nearly 3 decades. They chat about what it takes to get started as a color artist and make an impactful image, plus a whole lot more. Then Alex colors an iconic Jim Lee piece to show us his process.
Jace is joined by the Bad Idea crew to chat about the company that was. From all the crazy marketing gimmicks, to the much talked about Rules for Comic Shops, this team always played by their own rules. At the end of the day what mattered most was they created some outstanding comics.
Spawn #9 - Story - Neil Gaiman, Pencils & Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace and Rocky break down Spawn #9 as the 12 Days of Spawn-Mas rolls on. This issue the incomparable Neil Gaiman takes on the writing chores and adds a very fantasy element to the narrative. Going back to ancient times and showing us that hellspawns have existed throughout time, while also showing us the fight with the forces of heaven for the first time. Classic stuff!
Christmas comes early as Jace and Jay talk about some fantastic books that are a gift to all comic readers. Chicken Devil #3 absolutely blew the guys away and they both chose it as their Book of the Week. Trail of Magneto comes to a close in #5 with a somewhat expected twist, but the repercussions of the series may be what's most long-lasting. We also have the end of the Kang series which was highly satisfying. All this plus so much more and Jace wraps it up with a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Spawn #8 - Story - Alan Moore, Pencils & Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace and Rocky break down Spawn #8 as the 12 Days of Spawn-Mas rolls on. We get someone other than McFarlane writing for the first time as the master, Alan Moore handles the writing duties. He expands on the mythos of Spawn and the concept of hellspawns tremendously. Also we aren't sure if it is the fact that McFarlane doesn't have to worry about the writing that frees up his pencils, but we get the best art of the whole series so far in this issue.
Made in Korea -Writer - Jeremy Holt, Artist - George Schall, Letterer - Adam Wollet
Jace chats with the writer of Made in Korea, Jeremy Holt. They talk about the inherent themes in the story of connection & belonging, but also some of the other topics addressed, like adoption and dealing with an active shooter situation at a school.
Spawn #7 - Story, Pencils & Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace and Rocky break down Spawn #7 as the 12 Days of Spawn-Mas rolls on. Spawn goes full 90's with guns, bullets & poaches as he fights Overt-Kill for the final time. It's all-out nostalgic action in this issue.
Spawn #6 - Story, Pencils & Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace and Rocky breaks down Spawn #6 as the 12 Days of Spawn-Mas rolls on. Spawn takes on another super-powered foe for the first time and it doesn't exactly go that way you think it will. Simmons falls back on the old and familiar due to the outcome of the fight which leads to a very 90's ending.
Jace and Rocky breaks down Spawn #5 as the 12 Days of Spawn-Mas rolls on. No subtly in this one as McFarlane wants to be sure we all know what side Al Simmons is on. We are introduced to a truly reviled villain who, after a horrific act, is brought to justice by Spawn.
Jace and Rocky welcome superstar artist Brett Booth to the show. It's been awhile since Brett has been on, so there is a lot to talk about. They discuss his current gig on Gunslinger Spawn, the recent & very successful Kickstarter campaign for The Anybodies and Brett's upcoming creator-owned work through Artists Elite. Plenty of Back lash talk too, don't worry.
Spawn #4 - Story, Pencils & Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace and Rocky march on with their goal to read every issue of Spawn, starting with the first 12 leading into Christmas with 12 Days of Spawn-Mas. In issue #4 we get the fight we have been waiting for as Spawn and the Violater have a fight for the ages which includes blasting holes in each other and sending limbs flying. Just when you think things can't get any wilder, their master shows up and they realize they are both no more than pawns to a much more powerful entity.
Jace recaps his recent trip to LACC and sits down with the CEO of Comikaze, the company behind the show, Chris DeMoulin.
Jace and Rocky break down issue #3 of Spawn as poor Al Simmons takes blow after blow while trying to regain his life. Ultimately this does not leave our favorite hellspawn in a very good mood when the Violater comes calling.
Jace and Rocky are joined by Jake to talk about Spawn #2. To celebrate the 12 Days of Spawn-Mas the guys will be reviewing one issue of the record-setting creator owned title from Todd McFarlane for each of the 12 days leading up to Christmas. Also there is a special announcement regarding a Spawn project for next year! You don't want to miss this episode that introduces on of the fan favorite characters of the series, the Violater! Also tons of talk about how well the series has held up over time.
Jace chats with the creators of Winona Forever, a charming story set in the eighties. In the best tradition of fun adventure tales starring kids, like Stranger Things or Goonies, this story is about the special bonds that can only from when you are that magical age of 11-14. This all ages story has something for everyone as we meet the 4 main characters and learn about their search for a supernatural relic. but in a lot of ways, these four outsiders are searching for a place to belong and like so many of us as that time, they are searching for their own identities
Jace talks about a few of the books hitting stands this week. Hulk #2 has a crazy cliffhanger, the second issue of Newburn brings some big and interesting ideas into the fold and My Date with Monsters builds out context for the fresh ideas presented in it's debut issue. Plus Jace gives a run down on some other books you might want to pick up.
Spawn #1 -Story, Pencile & Inks - Todd McFarlane, Letters - Tom Orzechowski, Colors - Steve Oliff
Jace and Rocky are joined by Jake to talk all about Spawn #1. To celebrate the 12 Days of Spawn-Mas the guys will be reviewing one issue of the record-setting creator owned title from Todd McFarlane. Also there is a special announcement regarding a Spawn project for next year! You don't want to miss this episode that kicks off this year's 12 Days of The Comic Source.
Jace chats spoiler-free about some of the books hitting comic shops the week of December 8, 2021. The Devil's Reign event kicks off from Marvel and it seems to borrow some ideas from a previous story. Aunt May takes fining a cure for Peter into her own hands, we get the final confrontation between the Fantastic Four and Galactus and Hickman continues his masterful understand of the X-characters of the Marvel universe & brilliant plays politics with them.
Jace and Rocky are back to chat about the DC Comics for Dec 7, 2021. It's a pretty solid week as we see some stark differences between Jon Ken's relationship with Lex Luthor when compared to the relationship his father has with the tycoon. Also the Suicide Squad in space story continues to be highly entertaining. Speaking of space we have the start of a very intriguing story about the history of Krypton kicking off, along with a new direction for Batman. Listen in and don't forget, there be spoilers!
Jace breaks down a HUGE #NCBD with 19 titles. All reviews are spoiler-free and we have some great titles for Marvel and AfterShock among others. Wonderful Black Bolt story, the Death of Doctor Strange event continues to exceed expectations and the 750th issue of Avengers is a GREAT time to jump on the title.
Jace and Rocky checkout all the DC title for the week of November 230, 2021. It's a BIG week with tons of Annuals and Specials as we often see when there is a fifth NCBD in a month. The guys want to be sure with so many titles being released that you don't miss out on some very important issues, we have the debut of Justice League Incarnate, teasing us with the next big crisis that may be brewing in the DC Universe. Also the second issue of Human Target is sublimely illustrated and thoroughly charming. Finally, the long awaited Wonder Woman: Historia is the Book of the Week for both Jace and Rocky, with it's incredible visuals matches seamlessly by an impactful narrative.
Hulk #1: Writer - Donny Cates, Artist - Ryan Ottley, Color Artist - Frank Martin, Letterer - Cory Petit
Jace and Rocky do a deep dive into the highly anticipated launch of the new Hulk series from Cates & Ottley. They take some different perspectives on the narrative and ultimately that comes to varying opinions on the success of this debut.
Jace and Jay talk about some of the books they have read already for the week of November 24, 2021. We get the debut of a new Hulk series that has some interesting ideas, Beyond the Breach comes to a very satisfying end and has us hoping for more. Also a black light comic as Radiant Black goes crazy with the colors and emotional with the story.
Jace and Rocky checkout all the DC title for the week of November 23, 2021. It's a great week with every title being a good to great one. We get the end of Checkmate and Batman Reptilian as well the end of Fear State in three different Batman related books.
Clear #2
Writer - Scott Snyder, Art & Colors - Francis Manapul, Letterer - Andworld Design
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Scott Snyder joins us once again to chat about all the amazing title coming from his Best Jackett Press imprint. Before Jace and Scott discuss the great Comixology Originals, We Have Demons, Clear and Night of the Ghoul, Scott talks about about being motivated a bit by fear and the drive to compete with himself to give his all in his work. There is also plenty of talk about the super talented artist/co-creators he is working with on these books, Greg Capullo, Francis Manapul and Francesco Francavilla. We then get some previews of more upcoming projects from BJP in Scott's own words and Scott talks a bit about his current online class for aspiring comic creators.
We Are Demons #2
Writer - Scott Snyder, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Jonathan Glapion, Color Artist - Dave McCaig, Letterer - Tom Napolitano
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2) Amazon Prime members get it free along with all ComiXology original books
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All here https://amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&node=236...
Jace and Jay talk spoiler free about some of the books for the week of November 17, 2021 that they have had a chance to check out already. Both guys really like the way Moon Knight is going. Spider-Woman continues to be a favorite also, especially for Jay this week. Meanwhile Jace is once again super impressed with Deep Beyond and the scope of the story being told.
The creator of the Eisner nominated WEBTOON series Lavender Jack, Dan Schkade, returns to the show to talk about the final season of the series. Jace and Dan discuss the evolution of the characters & his creative work over the life of the series as well as reader reaction. Plus there is tons of talk about theme and relevance for this action packed series.
Jace and Rocky talk about he DC books for the week of November 16, 2021. There are 16 titles but Jace expresses disappointment overall with the quality of the books. However, Rocky had a few he really like including Nubia and the Amazons #2.
Jace and Jay talk spoiler-free about some of the comics hitting shops the week of November 10, 2021. Miles Morales and Amazing Spider-Man are both pretty solid, while the Thing gets a brand new series. Plus the debut of a fantastic new title from AfterShock, My Date with Monsters #1, which both the guys chose as their Book of the Week.
Rocky is back and he and Jace dive deep into the DC Comics for the week of November 9, 2021. We get the debut of a new series focusing on the early days of Dick Grayson as Robin, the conclusion of the JL Last Ride story and another awesome issue of The Joker.v
Jace talks about seventeen titles that are out in comic shops the week of November 3, 2021. Including a great first issue for Newburn and an emotional issue of Radiant Black with #9. Plus a run down of some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace chats about this weeks DC Comics releases. We get the debut of two highly anticipated series Dark Knights of Steel #1 and Jace's Book of the Week, Human Target #1
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! discuss the Syphon series from Top Cow. From ideas of empathy and altruism to guilt and acceptance, this series has tons of relevant themes with some amazing art.
Jace and Jay talk a bit about the comics being released the week of October 27, 2021. The supply chain issue continues to affect release dates so some of the issues they talk about may not be in shops this week, while a few that are supposed to be didn't' provide preview copies. Still Inferno #2 and Spider-Woman #16 were real highlights.
Jace and Rocky talk about the latest releases from DC Comics. We get the debut of two very different mini series with Aquaman - Green Arrow: Deep Target and DC vs Vampires. Plus Fear State continues in the pages of Harley Quinn and Detective Comics while Jason Todd leads a whole new sort of team in Task Force Z.
Night of the Ghoul #1
Writer - Scott Snyder, Art & Colors - Francesco Francavilla, Letterer - Andworld Design
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2) Amazon Prime members get it free along with all ComiXology original books
3) Buy the single issues on Amazon or ComiXology
All here https://amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&node=236...
Jace and Jay talk a bit about the comics being released the week of October 20, 2021. There are a few books that are delayed due to supply chain issues, so the guys save those for the actual street date. Beyond the Breach #4 and Death of Doctor Strange are the real stand outs for the week though.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! talk about the latest releases from DC comics. It's a big week as we get he first issue of Nubia and the Amazons, Wally West is forced to deal with a hate inducing artifact and the stage is set for two different Suicide Squads to battle each other.
Clear #1
Writer - Scott Snyder, Art & Colors - Francis Manapul, Letterer - Andworld Design
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2) Amazon Prime members get it free along with all ComiXology original books
3) Buy the single issues on Amazon or ComiXology
Jace chats with comic creator Brian Level about his current Zoop Campaign The Brothers James. A series nearly ten years in the making, this campaign finishes off this gritty, visceral revenge tale set in the South and starring two brothers who don't take crap from anyone. The campaign is already funded so you are guaranteed to get the book. Join the guys to hear what the story is all about and hear about the evolution of the series over time.
Jace and Jay talk about some of the books being released he week of October 13, 2021 that they have had a chance to read already. Clear #1 from Scott Snyder & Francis Manapul is a real highlight as is Darkhold Iron Man #1, which is sort of a What If Iron Man turned evil story.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! talk about the latest releases from DC comics. It's a big week as we see the debut of Buggles in Blue & Gold, Blue Beetle's very own version of Skeets. We also get the conclusion of the epic Strange Adventures which will start a lot of conversations. More layers are added to the character Vengeance which our crew really liked and they wonder what the future might hold for her. Plus some Fear State tie-ins in batman Urban Legends.
We Have Demons #1 Writer - Scott Snyder, Pencils - Greg Capullo, Inks - Jonathan Glapion, Color Artist - Dave McCaig, Letterer - Tom Napolitano Three ways to get We Have Demons - 1 - Subscribe to ComiXology Unlimited or Kindle Unlimited 2 - Amazon Prime members get it free along with all ComiXology original books 3 - Buy the single issues on Amazon or ComiXology All here https://amazon.com/b?ie=UTF8&node=236...
Jace talks about some of the books he has read for the week of October 6,2021. Plus he gives a run down on some other titles you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC Comics titles for the week of October 5, 2021. It's a relatively light week, but there a couple anthologies and a celebration of Halloween. Plus the best issue of Nice House On The Lake yet!
Jace talks about some of the books he has read for the week of September 29,2021. Plus he gives a run down on some other titles you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! discuss the DC Comics releases for the week of September 28, 2021. It's a fairly big week and overall there are some great comics. A few missed the mark for the guys, but the quality of DC continues to make these two DC fans very happy.
Jace is joined by writer Conor McCreery to talk about his current campaign on Zoop, Trickster. Conor calls it fun-horror but it is a Celtic kick! That's right the story has it's roots in Gaelic myths and the first issue kicks off with a leprechaun that may not look like you an envision, but is much more true to the ancient Irish legends. This leprechaun, Rory, is trying to navigate the human world as best he can while helping others in a Robin Hood sort of role, but he has his own baggage from the past that he is carrying around. How that will all play out and how the horror elements will start to ramp up only time will tell. Be sure to go check out the campaign for all the fantastic rewards tiers and to get a look at the beautiful art.
Trickster
Writers - Conor McCreery & Neil Gibson, Artist - Veronica Saraceno, Color Artist - Agnese Pozza
Jace and Jay talk about a ton of books they have read for the week of September 22, 2021 spoiler-free and let you know what books you should think about picking up. Plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC books for the week of September 21, 2021. There are a few real highlights and some books that miss the mark. Be sure and let us know what you think of this week's books!
Jace talks about some new Marvel issues for the week of September 15, 2021. There are some really big books, including the 60th Anniversary of the Fantastic Four and the earliest origins of Thanos.
Jace and Jay talk about some of the independents books released the week of September 15, 2021 that they have had a chance to read already. Plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to look out for.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! are back to talk about this week's DC releases. A lot of Batman once again as well as a great issue of Justice League Last Ride and the EPIC conclusion to Rorschach. Also Jace gives a run down of all the collected editions dropping this week.
Jace takes about a few of the titles he has had a chance to read already for the week of September 8, 2021. Plus a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom are here to chat about the DC Comics releases for the week of September 1st 2021. It's a big week with the end of Infinite Frontier and multiple Batman, Green Lantern and Suicide Squad books. Join us for all the in depth breakdowns.
Swamp Thing #7 - In Rocky's favorite DC title this week, we see the beginning of how Levi Kamei was chosen as the latest avatar of the green and how that ties in so closely to his relationship with his family. Plus writer Ram V explores the age old question of progress versus tradition. How moving forward with innovation is often times in conflict with respecting the past. All this, plus the Suicide Squad is still hot on the heels of Swamp Thing.
Writer - Ram V, Artist - Mike Perkins, Color Artist - Mike Spicer, Letterer - Aditya Bidikar
Suicide Squad 2021 Annual #1 - If you had your doubts that Superboy would ever work with Amanda Waller, you aren't alone. This annual puts it all on the table as we see just how far Waller has gone and will go to get what she wants. Rick Flagg has known this for quite some time himself and it seems he is finally going to do something about it. Could this be the beginning of the end for "The Wall"? One can only hope.
Writer - Robbie Thompson, Artists - Eduardo Pansica, Julio Ferreira & Dexter Soy, Color Artist - Chris Sotomayor, Letterer - Wes Abbott
Suicide Squad #7 - Hot on the heels of the team discovering just how Amanda Waller got her own Superboy for the team, Waller is now sending the team to hell. Their mission is to recover the Rock of Eternity, but their new teammate and teleporter, Ambush Bug, seems more intent on warning the team about what their future might hold if the keep following Waller's Orders. Meanwhile is seems clear to everyone, support staff, subordinates & the squad themselves that Amanda Waller has gone out on her own and is attempting to operate with impunity.
Writer - Robbie Thompson, Penciller - Eduardo Pansica, Inker - Julio Ferreira, Color Artist - Marcelo Maiolo, Letterer - Wes Abbott
Blue & Gold #2 - Just when you thought things couldn't get any worse for our two favorite heroes, Ted Kord has been fired & removed from Kord Industries just as he was about to get the corporation to sponsor Blue Beetle and Booster Gold. To make matters worse, before Ted can even let Booster know, the constantly self=promoting super hero is already making the announcement that he and Blue Beetle are available to Joe Q Public for help with any and all needs.
Writer - Dan Jurgens, Artist - Ryan Sook, Letterer - Rob Leigh
Green Lantern #6 - We see the attack on New Korugar from a different perspective as Jo Mullein arrives to smooth things over with Sinestro as Simon Baz attempts to get Teen Lantern under control. Meanwhile we learn about the threat of the Gold Centurions in the Dark Sector, but just as John Stewart us about to launch a rescue mission to save Kilowog and the other de-powered lanterns, he discovers a spy in their midst. Just who is Lonar of the New Gods and what does he want?
Writer - Geoffrey Thorne, Artists - Marco Santucci & Tom Raney, Color Artist - Michael Atiyeh, Letterer - Simon Bowland
Green Lantern 2021 Annual #1 - Last we saw Jessica Cruz she was taking out three Yellow Lanterns and being offered a yellow power ring herself. Well, it seems she took the ring up on its offer, even if it was just so she could use it to return home. However, along the way, when she stops on New Korugar to return both the rings and the three defeated members of the Sinestro Corp, she is faced with a tough decision, give up the ring and be powerless to help her fellow de-powered Green Lanterns or keep it and become part of a corps that terrorizes the galaxy in an attempt to control it. What Jessica doesn't count on is getting a chance to use the ring and realize that fear can be a useful tool and not in the way you might expect. If anyone knows fear it's Jessica and she may be leading the Yellow Lantern Corps before you know it.
Writer - Ryan Cady, Artist - Sami Basri & Tom Derenick, Color Artist - Hi-Fi, Letterer - Rob Leigh
Infinite Frontier #6 - We learn that upon the recreation of the multiverse all the versions of Darkseid have been combined into one, powering up this last remaining mad god to unprecedented levels. So while the Flash manages to escape and the Justice Incarnate team is seemingly victorious for now, they all know that Darkseid has only just started to plot how he will take over the multiverse. It may fall on the shoulders of Justice Incarnate to save the day once again, but Barry Allen may have found an unexpected ally as, Pariah, from the original Crisis on Infinite Earths returns.
Writer - Joshua Williamson, Artist - Xermanico, Color Artist - Romulo Fajardo Jr, Letterer - Tom Napolitano
Batman Catwoman #7 - This issue brings the incredibly talented Liam Sharp on for art duties while the pacing of the story begins to speed up. All the separate storylines are starting to come together just as Selina & Bruce's daughter is asking some difficult questions about the relationship between her mother and father. Questions we as readers may have been thinking ourselves.
Writer - Tom King, Artist - Liam Sharp, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Suicide Squad: Get Joker #1 - It's a bit hard to saw just what the narrative is here. We saw Amanda Waller meet her demise last issue and the detonator for the neck bombs fall into the hands of the Joker. Rather than have that force the squad into action, they choose to stay back and wait for the Joker to come to them, but when he does, it's now entirely clear what he wants.
Writer - Brian Azzarello, Artist - Alex Maleev, Color Artist - Matt Hollingsworth, Letterer - Jared K. Fletcher
Batman #112 - Fear State gets underway properly as Batman is able to escape from Scarecrow, but it's too late to stop the plans that have started to unfold. As Oracle informs Batman that all her systems have been compromised, he attempts to purge his system from the new fear chemicals the Scarecrow affected him with. Can Batman gather his Bat-Family in time to stop Scarecrow? And will it matter since Simon Saint and the Magistrate have started their maneuvering to take over Gotham City as well.
Writer - James Tynion IV, Artist - Jorge Jimenez, Color Artist - Tomeu Morey, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Crush & Lobo #4 - Maybe all it took for Crush to stop sulking and bemoaning her life was to end up in prison in place of her father. It certainly seems to have sharpened her concentration as she quickly devises not only a plan on how to be identified as her true self, but how to convince the warden to let her go and capture her father. There is a BIG showdown brewing and we can't wait to see father and daughter throw down!
Black Manta #1 - As Black Manta works to recover items stolen from him, we begin to see that powerful forces are at work. Does Manta have what it takes to harness these forces on his own? We've never seen him in the magical corner of the DCU before, but the power he craves may lead him in that direction.
Writer - Chuck Brown, Artist - Valentine de Landro, Color Artist - Marissa Louise, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Nice House On The Lake #4 - The inhabitants of the house have learned that anything they desire just about they desire can be theirs. In a way the fact that they have survived the end of the world, can have their hearts desire and live in a paradise could mean they are in heaven. However, this heaven can also be seen as a prison, they are certainly not free, they have lost loved ones and the final piece of the puzzle could also be seen as a blessing or a curse. Just check out the final page of the issue and then decide for yourself.
Writer - James Tynion IV, Artist - Alvaro Martinez-Bueno, Color Artist - Jordie Bellaire, Letterer - Andworld Design
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! welcome the creative team from Future State: Aquaman to the show to talk about the series. Writer Brandon Thomas and Daniel Sampere discuss getting involved in the project and the collaboration and this awesome two part story that gives as a glimpse at a possible future for Jackson Hyde and Andy Curry. Brandon discusses drawing on the relationship with his own father to get at the heart of Jackson's desire to have a meaningful relationship with his father, Black Manta. Daniel talks about the freedom to create beautiful underwater scenes with a touch of an alien feel and how working with talented color artist Adriano Lucas elevates the line work. The guys also chat about impactful moments, the emotion in the story and the growth of the characters in only two issues. Everyone congratulates Daniel on his recent DC exclusive contract and they talk a bit about his current run on Action Comics & chat about how highly anticipated his next project is. Brandon's incredible series Excellence returns to comic shops this week and along with Noble and Horizon the guys comment on how much emotion & relationship drama brings to his work. It's a deep look at Future State: Aquaman and a fun chat with two creators at the top of their game.
Jace and Jay chat about a few of the books hitting comic shops the week of September 1st 2021. There are quite a few storylines coming to an end in the books they discuss, but many of them show promise for more to come.
Miles to Go #5 - Amara learns why she is being hunted and it isn't' just her they want. Her pursuers may want to reassess the situation because if there is anything we know about Amara it is that she is a fiercely protective mother. We can't see how she will be anythign but even more formidable armed with the information she just received.
Writer - B. Clay Moore, Artist - Stephan Molnar, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Commanders in Crisis #12 - The end of the crisis may not have been the biggest surprise, but this issue still lands with tons of emotional impact. We really appreciate the creative team giving the story room to breath and allowing us to see the impact this event has had on the characters in terms of their lives and relationships. This series has been a celebration of comics throughout it's run, but even more than that, it has managed to balance that celebration with an interesting commentary on the world outside our window.
Writer - Steve Orlando, Artist - Davide Tinto, Color Artists - Francesca Carotenuto & Francesca Vivaldi, Letterer Fabio Amelia
Inkblot #12 - Inkblot ends for know as the Lady Seeker eventually finds her way back home is immediately asked to go on further adventures. Will we see those adventures? I suppose only time will tell, but what we do know is this has been a humorous and fun romp so far with the cutest cat in comics.
Pencils & Colors - Emma Kubert, Story & Inks - Rusty Gladd
Undiscovered Country #15 - The Zone of Possibility is starved for new ideas and it is up to the Undiscovered Crew to see if they can solve the problem. As has been doen to them throughout this series though, they don't know they full truth as the denizens of the zone are intent on their own agenda. We love the real life echoing here of the creative process, the idea that the zone has become bereft of new creativity because of their isolation and lack of new stimulation to foster new creativity is very meta.
Writers - Scott Snyder & Charles Soule, Artists - Giuseppe Camuncoli & Leonardo Marcello Grassi, Color Artist - Matt Wilson, Letterer - Crank!
Geiger #6 - We reach the end of Tariq Geiger's adventures for now, but the haunting quality of the character & narrative we got in this first arc will have us carryign Tariq along with us for a very long time. Also the line & color work from the creative team brought a perfect melancholy feel to the story that so perfectly captured the subtext of who Tariq is. We can't wait until we get more stories of Tariq and what has us even more excited is the news we get in this issue of many more characters and stories set in this new universe that Geiger inhabits.
Writer - Geoff Johns, Artist - Gary Frank, Color Artist - Brad Anderson, Letterer - Rob Leigh
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! are here with a special episode dedicated to all the incredible stories contained on the Aquaman 80th Anniversary Special. A huge celebration of Aquaman over the years, we see many members of his supporting cast as well as many different iterations of Arthur Curry himself that remind us of so many of the classic era f the character over the years. Plus we have several stories that lead directly into upcoming Aquaman related titles and series. Not only is this a must-read for Aquaman fans, it is a must-read for all DC fans.
Aquaman 80th Anniversary #1
Writers - Jeff Parker - Geoff Johns, Michael Moreci, Stephanie Phillips, Shawn Aldridge, Marguerite Bennett, Cavan Scott, Dan Watters, Dan Jurgens, Chuck Brown & Brandon Thomas, Artists - Doc Shaner, Pop Mhan, Hendry Prasetya, Tom Derenick, Trung Le Nguyen, Steve Epting and Valentine De Landro, Pencillers - Paul Pelletier, Scot Eaton, Miguel Mendonca and Diego Olortegui, Inkers - Norm Rapmund, Daniel Henriques and Wade Von Grawbadger. Color Artist - Hi-Fi, Tony Avina, Ulises Arreola, Nick Filardi, Jordie Bellaire, Romulo Fajardo Jr, Jeromy Cox, Marissa Louise and Adriano Lucas, Letterers - Rob Leigh, Josh Reed, Wes Abbott, Travis Lanham, Pat Brosseau, Clayton Cowles and Andworld Design
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom are back with another week of DC Comics. It's the fifth Tuesday of the month and that means ... tons of Annuals! We also get Batman: Fear State Alpha #1 and Infinite Frontier #5. Plus don't forget to check out the celebration of Aquaman's 80th anniversary in today's other episode.
Batman Superman Annual 2021 #1 - We get to experience more tales from the universe of The Archive of Worlds as this version of Batman & Robin and Superman switch worlds to deal with the respective foes they are facing. The Silver Age fun feel of the recent arc continues here!
Writer - Gene Luen Yang, Artist - Francesco Francavilla, Penciller - Paul Pelletier, Inker - Mick Gray, Color Artist - Hi-Fi, Letterer - Troy Peteri
Static Season One #3 - As Virgil Hawkins begins to learn more about the powers he has, he also realizes he will need the help of his family and friends, just as he allows has, if he is going to rise up to the challenges he faces. Also Hotstreak makes deal & shows just how despicable he truly is.
Writer - Vita Ayala, Penciller/Inker/Color Artist (Pages 1-12) - Nikolas Draper-Ivey, Penciller/Inker (Pages 13-20) - Chriscross, Color Artist (Pages 13-20) - Wil Quintana, Letterer - Andworld Design
Batman: Fear State Alpha #1 - Fear state kicks off in this excellent issues as the creative team fires on all cylinders to start all the different plot threads and elements of this event in a very intriguing way. Rather than feeling derivative or repetitive with respect to this event following so closely after the end of Joker War we get several in story reasons why this event MUST happen right now. Plus Tynion's desire to level up the menace of Scarecrow works to perfection as we see what Jonathan Crane desires more than anything ... the acknowledgement of his self-proclaimed genius.
Writer - James Tynion IV, Artist - Riccardo Federici, Color Artist - Chris Sotomayor, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Infinite Frontier #5 - We learn what Darkseid has planned for the multiverse and how it's going to be carries out. Plus an all out battle between Justice Incarnate and the team Darkseid put together that he is calling, what else but ... Injustice Incarante.
Writer - Joshua Williamson, Pencillers - Paul Pelletier, Jesus Merino & Tom Derenick, Inkers - Norm Rapmund, Raul Fernandez & Tom Derenick, Color Artist - Hi-Fi, Letterer - Tom Napolitano
Harley Quinn Annual 2021 #1 - We should really call this the Kevin Annual, because this issue is all Kevin, all the time. Harley's current sidekick gets to show his agency and skills as Harley is taken prisoner by Keepsake. Will Kevin have what it takes to rescue her? If so how will he do it? Also we learn all there is to know about Keepsake, his connection to Harley's past and why the heck he calls himself Keepsake in the first place.
Writer - Stephanie Phillips, Artists - David Lafuente, Marco Failla & Jon Sommariva, Color Artist - Miguel Muerto, Letterer - Andworld Design
Teen Titans Academy #6 - Some of the academy students attempt to go on a little weekend getaway but end up in the middle of a classic DC supervillain's plan to take over a small town. We aren't going to tell you who it is, but let's just say Gregg may end up on the wrong side of this fight.
Writer - Tim Sheridan, Penciller - Rafa Sandoval, Inker - Jordi Tarragona, Color Artist - Ulises Arreola, Letterer - Rob Leigh
Midnighter Annual 2021 #1 - We reach the end of the Midnighter time travel saga that kicked off in the possible future of the DC Universe in the pages of Future State. It isn't all quite as it seems though because despite Midnighter's best effort and him breaking out of the paradox he was in, Andrev Trojan is still around. The fact that Midnighter doesn't know this may be what leads into Future State for him all over again.
Writers - Becky Cloonan & Michael W Conrad, Artist - Michael Avon Oeming, Color Artist - Taki Soma, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Jace chats with writer David Pepose who returns to tell us all about the second issue of his huge hit, The O.Z. The campaign for issue #1 was very successful and this time was no different as David funded in less than an hour! Jace and David talked a lot about the motivations & world world ideas of loss & trauma that were explored in the first issue. Now we add to that as the second issue explores even more of the civil war that has engulfed the beloved land of OZ. Pitch perfect linework and colors push the narrative forward with a balance of the fantastical whimsey of OZ mixed with the grittiness of war. David and his co-creators have really captured lightning on a bottle here so listen in to find out what makes this book so special and go pledge to join the campaign.
The O.Z. #2
Writer - David Pepose, Artist - Ruben Rojas, Color Artist - Whitney Cogar, Letterer - DC Hopkins
Jace and Jay, who is back after a bought with Covid, are here to chat about some of the books they have already had the chance to check out for the week of August 25, 2021. All reviews are spoiler-free so take a listen for all the fun. Also Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom are back with another week of DC Comics. It's a pretty solid wee , but with so many books, the guys are dividing it up into two episodes and here is the part 2!
Detective Comics #1042 - We've reached the end of the Hue Vile saga as that villain meets his ultimate fate, but like anything in Gotham, we aren't sure we've seen the last of him. Also while this is a satisfying conclusion and certainly does a great job leading into Fear State, where the story really shines is in the humor and quieter moments writer Mariko Tamaki brings to the story. The back-up story, Task Force Z is always a pleasure to read. Writer Matthew Rosenberg is quickly becoming Jace's favorite when it comes to dialogue and both the guys really enjoy the characterization of Deb Donovan and the interesting contrasts that exists between her and Vicki Vale.
Writers - Mariko Tamaki & Matthew Rosenberg, Artists - Viktor Bogdanovic, Daniel Henriques & Max Raynor, Color Artists - Jordie Bellaire & Diego Rodriguez, Letterer - Aditya Bidikar & Rob Leigh
Icon & Rocket Season 1 #2 - The best thing about a comic when it gets into accurately portraying social issues is for it to feel natural and that is exactly what we see in this issue. As the background of Augustus Freeman is explored and we see the consequences of his actions as Icon affect his present, the subtext of his agency as a person of color is always there. As we are introduced to a potential powerful new threat to Icon and Rocket, the subtext is there. It's fantastic storytelling that makes this story so relevant and grounds it in a realism for present day issues. Plus the artwork is FANTASTIC.
Writer - Reginald Hudlin, Penciller - Doug Braithwaite, Inker - Andrew Currie, Color Artist - Brad Anderson, Letterer - Andworld Design
Superman Son of Kal-El #2 - Jon Kent attempts to re-establish a secret identity but it falls apart quickly. That leads him to have a very serious conversation with his father about there respective rolls as earth's protectors. What is interesting is how Kal-El sees Jon's role as different than his own, but how does Jon see it and how will the events of this issue affect him going forward.
Writer - Tom Taylor, Artist - John Timms, Color Artist - Gabe Eltaeb, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Superman vs Lobo #1 - Lobo takes offense when Superman swoops in and not only helps him save people at an interstellar resort, but gets all the credit for the rescue while Lobo doesn't even get mentioned. This leads the Main Man to come to earth where he plots a rather sophisticated and very meta revenge by attacking Superman on Lex Luthor's recently released social media platform Lexer. It's wild times on this Black Label title.
Wonder Woman Black and Gold #3 - Some great stories celebrating Wonder Woman and her different roles throughout her history. A particular highlight is the ESPIONAGE story which hearkens back to the Mike Sekowsky error of Wonder Woman when she was much more spy, than superhero.
Writers - Janet Harvey, Robert Venditti, Paula Sevenbergen, Nnedi Okorafor & Aimee Garcia, Artists - Megan Levens, Steve Epting, Inaki Miranda, Jack T. Cole & Sebastian Fiumara, Color Artist - Eva De La Cruz, Letterer - Becca Carey, Andworld Design, Pat Brosseau & Rob Leigh
Robin #5 - We see the Bat-family confront Damian about his recent disappearance and what he's been doing while out on his own. There is an especially heartfelt moment between the first Robin, Dick Grayson and the last, Damian himself. How will this affect Damian as the League of Lazarus tournament finally gets underway? Also what is the mysterious book Mother Soul has given so much to acquire?
Writer - Joshua Williamson, Artist - Gleb Melnikov, Color Artist - Luis Guerrero, Letterer - Troy Peteri
Wonder Woman #778 - The journey continues for Wonder Woman and Siegfried as they travel through both the Phantom Zone & the Fifth Dimension. The guys feel like this story may be starting to drag a little and Janus herself, as an antagonist, may be a little too derivative. If this story sticks the landing maybe all will be forgiven?
Writers - Michael W Conrad, Becky Cloonan & Jordie Bellaire, Artists - Travis Moore & Paulina Ganucheau, Color Artists - Tamra Bonvillain & Kendall Goode, Letterer - Pat Brosseau & Becca Carey
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom are back with another week of DC Comics. It's a pretty solid wee , but with so many books, the guys are dividing it up into two episodes and here is the first!
Superman '78 #1 - This six issue series gets off to a great start as we are introduced to Braniac. A classic Superman villain that would have been the antogonist of the story Richard Donner would have brought to life in Superman III if he hadn't left the franchise. Both the art & scripting of this first issue, perfectly capture the tone of the classic Christopher Reeve version of the character.
Writer - Robert Venditti, Artist - Wilfredo Torres, Color Artist - Jordie Bellaire, Letterer - David Lanphear
Harley Quinn #6 - Harley makes her way to Alley Town where she teams up with Catwoman to try and find the drugs that are being developed that will lead to Fear State. The problem is, Selina is not exactly in the mood for a team-up, but that has never stopped Harley before and likely won't this time. This issue definitely feels like a lead-in to the Fear State event.
Writer - Stephanie Phillips, Artist - Laura Braga, Color Artist - Arif Prianto, Letterer - Andworld Designs
Checkmate #3 - Just when it seems like Checkmate may be one step ahead of Mark Shaw, the tables are turned and it appears he is two steps ahead of them. Still not sure what to make of this story or the confusion inherent with the non-linear story structure Bendis is using. However, we love the agency that Lois Lane has in this issue.
Writer - Brian Michael Bendis, Artist - Alex Maleev, Color Artist - Dave Stewart, Letterer - Josh Reed
Batman Superman #21 - We have reached the end of the Gene Luen Yang Archive of Worlds story and it went out the same way it came in. The story has been a celebration of the fun of comics & feels like an instant classic with different versions of the World's Finest heroes & spectacular artwork from Ivan Reis , Sabine Rich & co.
Writer - Gene Luen Yang, Penciller - Ivan Reis, Inker - Danny Miki, Color Artist - Sabine Rich, Letterer - Saida Temofonte
Batman Reptilian #3 - The Batman in this incredible Garth Ennis story continues to exhibit a dark humor & his relationship with Alfred is a real highlight. It is easy to see how this version of the Dark Knight would indeed strike fear into the hearts of the criminal element of Gotham City. Meanwhile, the art from Liam Sharp perfectly captures that same dark whimsy & is spectacular in its ability to set an emotionally charged setting.
Writer - Garth Ennis, Artist - Liam Sharp, Letterer - Rob Steen
Action Comics #1034 - Superman makes a tough choice and the repercussions may have a lasting impact. While back at the Fortress of Solitude, Thao-La has a decision of her own to make. Can she put the horrific way she was raised behind her and refuse to follow the orders of Mongul? Is she strong enough to overcome the innate servitude for the space-faring despot she has experienced since birth?
Writer - Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Artist - Christian Duce. Color Artist - Adriano Lucas, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Mister Miracle: Source of Freedom #4 - This series continues to impress. We have had a few character moments so far, but the majority of the book has been all out action. This issue we get a chance to catch our breath as Oberon re-introduces himself to Shilo Norman and we learn just how much Shilo meant to the previous Mister Miracle, Thaddeus Brown. It's inspired storytelling & certainly adds a feeling of legacy to the character beyond anything that has come before.
Writer - Brandon Easton, Artist - Fico Ossio, Color Artist - Rico Renzi, Letterer - Rob Leigh
Jace chats with veteran comic illustrator & writer Ray-Anthony Height & co-writer & editor Chris Robinson about their current Campaign for Cornerman. Jason "Drex" Drexler has always been the "guy behind the guy", a martial artist instructor & mentor to many of the super powered individuals in the world he lives in. He's never wanted to be out there on the frontlines fighting and instead has mentored & fostered many close relationships with those heroes who are out there day in and day out saving lives. However, when circumstances change, Drex is forced to do the very thing he said he would never do, he's going on a mission. What could have compelled him to finally get out of the corner & into the ring? Listen to our chat with the creative team to find out & join the campaign so you can get the WHOLE story.
Cornerman: Exhibition Match #1
Writer/Artist/Creator - Ray-Anthony Height, Co-Writer/Editor - Chris Robinson
Jace chats with writer Stephen Kok about his current campaign for Terralympus. A sprawling Sci-Fi epic about the fight for survival as humanity has left earth behind and is desperately searching the stars for a new home. In this hard science fiction story so much is dependent on engineers like Mia to keep the station working, but that may not be everyone's goal. The stakes have never been higher as Mia is sucked into a conspiracy that may decide the very fate of the human race.
Jace chats with the creative team behind Top Cow's latest hit, Syphon. They talk about the origins of the series and how Mohsen brought Patrick aboard with Jeffrey joining a bit later. Also the themes and BIG ideas of the book are talked about, including the idea that helping others isn't always as altruistic or noble as it first may seem. There is tons of talk about the setting & the grittiness of New York City as the setting. Also the team reveals that they would love to do more arcs of Syphon, especially focusing on others who have wielded the power throughout history. There is a lot to take in here as the guys talk about all that and so much more. Be sure you pick up Syphon #1 our now & grab issue #2 when it drops next Wednesday August 25th.
Syphon
Story - Mohsen Ashraf, Writers - Patrick Meaney & Mohsen Ashraf, Artist - Jeffrey Edwards, Color Artist - John Kalisz
Jace chats with the creative team behind Top Cow's latest hit, Syphon. They talk about the origins of the series and how Mohsen brought Patrick aboard with Jeffrey joining a bit later. Also the themes and BIG ideas of the book are talked about, including the idea that helping others isn't always as altruistic or noble as it first may seem. There is tons of talk about the setting & the grittiness of New York City as the setting. Also the team reveals that they would love to do more arcs of Syphon, especially focusing on others who have wielded the power throughout history. There is a lot to take in here as the guys talk about all that and so much more. Be sure you pick up Syphon #1 our now & grab issue #2 when it drops next Wednesday August 25th.
Syphon
Story - Mohsen Ashraf, Writers - Patrick Meaney & Mohsen Ashraf, Artist - Jeffrey Edwards, Color Artist - John Kalisz
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Jace chats with writer Nandor Fox Shaffer about his current Kickstarter campaign Man-Child #1. It is a throwback comic story inspired by the beginnings of the Marvel age. It also draws up Nandor's love and appreciation for what Marvel mastermind Stan Lee, along with collaborators Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, Don Heck and so many others, accomplished in that era of creativity. Nandor and Jace also chat a bit about Stan realizing his Hollywood dream in a different way than he expected and how he touched so many lives. Give the interview a listen and be sure to go check out the campaign.
Man-Child #1
Writer - Nandor Fox Shaffer, Artist - Jay Mazhar, Letterer - DC Hopkins
Jace talks about a TON of books he has read this week already. Spoiler free reviews for books form Marvel, Image AfterShock & more!
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! take a close look at the DC Comics titles for the week of August 17, 2021. Jace felt it was a bit of a down week, but Rocky was pretty pleased overall.
Superman And The Authority #2 - Manchester Black starts recruiting and this is certainly a version of The Authority we never thought we'd see. Will they be strong enough to do what needs to be done?
Writer - Grant Morrison, Artists - Mikel Janin, Fico Ossio, Evan Cagle & Travel Foreman, Color Artists - Jordie Bellaire, Sebastian Cheng, Dave Stewart & Alex Sinclair, Letterer - Steve Wands
Shazam #2 - Dane and Billy are in the Underrealm, but getting there is just the beginning of the adventure. How will Billy find the Rock of Eternity and when he does ... then what? Also we learn that Dane is much more than he appears to be. Might he be so powerful because of who is father is and is his father, Neron? WHAT?!?!?
Writer - Tim Sheridan, Artist - Clayton Henry, Color Artist - Marcelo Maiolo, Letterer - Rob Leigh
Batman Secret Files: Clownhunter #1 - Ed Brisson always grounds his stores no matter how fantastical the character. The same is true here, but neither Jace nor Rocky care much for Clownhunter, so despite a technically well done comic, both guys felt this story fell a little flat. Do you agree? You may have to read for yourself to find out.
Writer - Ed Brisson, Artist - Rosi Kampe, Color Artist - Andrew Dalhouse, Letterer - Simon Bowland
Batman Catwoman #6 - The triple narrative and speed with which this series is coming out still continue to be a challenge. Jace once again asserts that once the whole series is out and he can read it in once sitting that this story will be pretty damn good. It just isn't there yet. Rocky read it multiple times but still feels compelled to agree.
Writer - Tom King, Artist - Clay Mann, Color Artist - Tomeu Morey, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow #3 - This story continues to impress narratively, artistically and most of all, emotionally. This issue could stand on it's own as a wonderful story showing how much Kara cares about others. Knowing Tom King the themes and ideas displayed here will resonate throughout the series and especially at the end.
Writer - Tom King, Artist - Bilquis Evely, Color Artist - Matheus Lopes, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Superman Red Blue #6 - One of our favorite issues of the anthology so far. Tom King spins a masterful story of how much Superman can mean to us and how in his reflection we all are special. Plus a cool retro story with great art from Matt Wagner and more!
Writers - Sophie Campbell, Matt Wagner, Tom King, Darcie Little Badger & Rex Ogle, Artist - Sophie Campbell, Matt Wagner, Paolo Rivera, Steve Pugh & Mike Norton, Color Artist - Brennan Wagner, Letterers - Dave Lanphear, Steve Wands & Pat Brosseau
Nightwing #83 - We finally find out what Dick has planned for the fortune left to him by Alfred. Also Dick seems to come to an understanding with his "sister" as she hits at the fact she is actually working from the inside to take down Blockbuster & crew. Jace still isn't convinced she is really the daughter of John Grayson though. Could that just be another part of her 'cover'? Time will tell.
Writer - Tom Taylor, Artist - Bruno Redondo, Color Artist - Adriano Lucas, Letterer - Wes Abbott
Flash #773 - In Rocky's words we have returned to "normalcy". Wally West is once again the Scarlett Speedster and headlining the Flash title. As he has his first day at the job Mister Terrific set him up with, he relishes in the freedom he has to react to any situations that arise where the Flash is needed, but maybe more importantly he realizes that his experiences as The Flash over the years have given him unique knowledge. Knowledge that can make him a valuable asset to the engineering team his is set up with.
Writer - Jeremy Adams, Artist - Will Conrad, Color Artist - Alex Sinclair, Letterer - Steve Wands
Catwoman #34 - It's a brief reunion for Selina and Bruce as Batman rescues Catwoman from the aftermath of her fight with Father Valley last issue. Selina is not one to back down though, so she goes toe-to-toe with the assassin once again, but is he perpetually one step ahead of her and if so, how can she win this battle?
Writer - Ram V, Artist - Fernando Blanco, Color Artist - Jordie Bellaire, Letterer - Tom Napolitano
Jace talks with writer Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz about his current Kickstarter Campaign Area 51: The Helix Project #3. After fully funding and successfully fulfilling the campaign for the first two issues of Ares 51: The Helix Project, Trevor is back with issue #3. Jace chats with him about what to expect in the third issue and how he increased the pace of the story in the second issue and if we will see that continue in #3. Also there's tons of talk about Trevor's first comic convention he tabled at and how the reception for the book was. Some FCBD talk also as Trevor attended a signing for his local store. If you missed the first two issue they are available during this campaign also.
Jace chats with one of our favorite creators & people, Jimmy Palmiotti. They discuss Jimmy's latest Kickstarter campaign Rage, an emotional story about a father and daughter trying to reunite in a world that has gone mad in the course of only one night. Jimmy talks about getting back together to collaborate with Scott Hampton, the artist on the series, to tell a story that is a little more emotional than the usual stories he crafts. Inspired a bit by the recent global pandemic as well as the connection Jimmy feels personally about the friendships he has made over his decades long career on the comics industry. There's a bit of G.I. Zombie talk as well, the series that Jimmy and Scott previously worked on together, plus good news about it's possible return. Jace also asks Jimmy about the freedom of Kickstarter & his thoughts on the recent announcements from so many talented creators moving away from the big publishers. Tons of great stuff in this one, so go check out the Rage Kickstarter, share it on your social media & enjoy our chat with Jimmy.
Jace chats spoiler-free about a few of the titles from the week of august 11, 2021 that he has had a chance to read already. Plus a rundown of other titles you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace is back home and joined by Rocky from Comic Boom! to go over this week's DC comic titles. Tons of great books plus some free comic book day offerings as well. Which books did they particularly enjoy? You'll have to listen to find out!
Jace recounts his weekend traveling to and from Terrificon and it has to be heard to be believed. Delayed flights, canceled flights, rain storms, tornados, rental cars that aren't there, how much can one man take? Oh yeah he talks about the Terrificon convention too! The creators he talked to, books he bought, some art commissioned, an amazing celebrity encounter and of course the charity auction for Titus Banks.
Jace chats with writer Shane Berryhill, creator of Jacin and the Olympians. They chat about myths inspiring modern stories and how family relationships and legacy can mean so much.
The Story In the near future, the titans of myth return, revealing the dark, alien truth behind their legend. The remnants of humanity escape aboard the Olympia, a spacefaring ark. Now, teen prodigy Jacin Mukai and her fellow Olympians search for a way to activate the robot Colossi, hoping to unite them to create their one hope for survival against the titan menace--the giant robot protector, Talos.
Writer & co-creator - Shane Berryhill, Letterer/Designer & co-creator - Alex Ogle, Line Artist - Mattia Monaco, Color Artist - Maja Opacic
Jace talks about just a few of the new titles hitting stands the week of August 4, 2021. Plus he gives a rundown of some of the other titles he hasn't read that you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace is stuck in a Planes, Trains & Automobile nightmare you will have to see to believe. Rocky spotlights 9 of the 13 DC books for the week. Jace is there to kick it off and although he drops out in the middle, he comes back in just in time to finish it off.
Jace chats with writer Tom Pinchuk about his current Zoop campaign for Remember Andy Xenon. A modern story that calls back to older comic stories with a sense of nostalgia, Remember Andy Xenon gets very meta at times. Tom has a lot of fun exploring who Andy is and how gaining powers at such a young age has impacted him. We've all dreamt of what we would do with super powers, but have you ever thought about having them taken away? It's clear that Andy didn't and if he ever gets another chance to have powers it might go much differently the second time around. Great story, fantastic art and rich backmatter make this an easy campaign to back.
Jace and Jay run down some of the titles they have read for the week of July 28, 2021. All of the reviews are spoiler-free. There are a ton of great books this week and Jace shouts out a few more titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Amazing Fantasy #1 - A fantastical fantasy world that several Marvel heroes are transported to. We expect they will find each other and team up at some point, but how did they get there in the first place and why?
Writer/Artist - Kaare Andrews, Letterer - Joe Sabino
Amazing Spider-Man #71 - Sinister War kicks off, but we are missing the sinister. No Sinister Six, no Savage Six and no action really. It seems strange as Nick Spencer clearly needs all the space he can get to wrap up his story, but this one feels like a wasted issue. Maybe it's just poor pacing?
Writer - Nick Spencer, Artists - Federico Vicentini with Federico Sabbatino, Color Artist - Alex Sinclair, Letterer - Joe Caramagna
Phantom on the Scan #4 - A horror books that feels more like a suspense novel, we have several people on the run who were experimented on very early on in their lives. Now it seems those lives may be ending because one of the subjects of that experiment has decided to take out the rest. Can the others team up to find the answers in time?
Writer - Cullen Bunn, Artist - Mark Torres, Letter - Dave Sharpe
Daredevil #32 - An absolutely action-packed issue of Daredevil as we see Matt starting to show signs of coming out of the funk he has been in that lead him to become incarcerated. Also Elektra is hot on the trail of Bullseye but she may not like what she finds when she to him. What a great last page! Jay's Book of the Week
Writer - Chip Zdarsky, Penciller - Mike Hawthorne, Inker - Adriano Benedetto, Color Artist - Marcio Menyz, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Made in Korea #3 - Jesse has quickly bonded with the parents who have adopted her, but the doctor who created her is out to do whatever he can to get Jesse back. Meanwhile, some of the kids at Jesse's school clearly have nefarious plans and have taken advantage to Jesse's naivete to use her in those plans.
Writer - Jeremy Holt, Artist - George Schall, Letterer - Adam Wollet
Department of Truth #11 - The Bigfoot arc comes to a surprising end as Hawke does something that seems out of character. Plenty of emotion in this one as we are faced with the question of whether it only takes one person with an absolute iron clad belief in something to make it real.
Writer - James Tynion IV, Artist - Martin Simmonds, Letterer - Aditya Bidikar
Black Cat #8 - Just how does this story tie in with the Infinite Destinies storyline playing out in the Marvel Annuals? Does Black Cat know more about the Infinity Stones that she appears to? Tons of action in this one, but it all sets up more questions than answers
Writer - Jed MacKay, Artist - C.F. Villa, Color Artist - Brian Reber, Letterer - Ferrran Delgado
Fantastic Four #34 - The aftermath of Zora's betrayal has devastating effects for those attending the wedding. Ultimately it may be Johnny Storm who pas the highest price. Once again Doom appears to be pulling the strings from behind the scene and one has to wonder of Doom ever truly planned on getting married.
Writer - Dan Slott, Artist - R.B. Silva, Color Artist - Jesus Aburtov, Letterer - Joe Caramagna
Black Widow #9 - Black Widow continues to show why it was chosen as Best New Series by the Eisner's. Kelly Thompson gives us perfectly paced action, interspersed with wonderful banter between Natasha and Yelena. The supporting casts all get sufficient time to show us who they are and the art by is kinetic, slick and gorgeous.
Writer - Kelly Thompson, Artists - Elena Casagrande & Rafael De Latorre, Inkers - Elisabetta D'Amico. Color Artist - Jordie Bellaire, Letterer - Cory Petit
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! talk about 9 of the 18 titles DC is putting out for the week of July 27, 2021. That's right 18 titles! So many books they had to break this week up into two episodes. This is part two, so if you want the whole week's worth of books start with part 1!
Icon and Rocket Season One #1 - We get an updated origin for Icon and Rocket but they stay very faithful to the original iterations of the characters. If it ain't broke, don't fix it. Despite not changing anything dramatically the comic and characters still manages to feel very fresh with relevant ideas of the social issues Icon may have been fighting thirty years ago, which are sadly still relevant today.
Writer - Reginald Hudlin, Penciller - Doug Braithwaite, Inkers - Scott Hanna & Andrew Currie, Color Artist - Brad Anderson, Letterer - Andworld Design
Static Season One #2 - Pushed to his limit Virgil is forced to use his powers in front of his parents to prevent his house from burning down. Gravely concerned about the welfare of their son, a disagreement on how best to deal with the situation has Virgil striking out on his own, ditching school and taking matters into his own hands to try and control his powers. He reaches out to Curtis Metcalf, the hero known as Hardware for help, but ultimately that help may be more trouble than it's worth.
Writer - Vita Ayala, Layouts - Chriscross, Finishes and Colors - Nikolas Draper-Ivey, Letterer - Andworld Design
Infinite Frontier #3 -All the plot thread from this epic, universe spanning story continue to move forward, but are they moving in the same direction? Rocky seems to think so but Jace has his doubts. It's definitely time for this story to start to come together as one narrative to give readers some idea of where the DC Universe is heading, The individual storylines are effective so far though, as we can't help but wonder what allows Roy Harper to wield a Black Lantern ring, we get a glimpse of where Darkseid has imprisoned Barry Allen while Alan Scott and Obsidian continue to look for Jade.
Writer - Joshua Williamson, Pencillers - Paul Pelletier, Jesus Merino, Tom Derenick & Xermanico, Inkers - Norm Rapmund, Raul Fernandez, Tom Derenick & Xermanico, Color Artist - Romulo Fajardo Jr, Letterer - Tom Napolitano
Teen Titans Academy #5 - Have you ever wondered how the Bat Pack ended up at Teen Titans Academy? Well wonder no longer, we get the full story in their own words. In fact, we learnt hey are telling the story to Red X who in turn for this show of trust reveals his identity to the three young heroes although it remains a mystery to us. Whether or not the Bat Pack buys into what Red X is telling them about trusting the other adult heroes of the Academy remains to be seen.
Writer - Tim Sheridan, Artist - Steve Lieber, Color Artist - Dave Stewart, Letterer - Rob Leigh
Strange Adventures #11 - More revelations in this issue as we learn if Adam Strange was truly behind the deal that was made with the Pykkts that resulted in Aleea being imprisoned. The fall out for this may shatter the relationship of Adam and Alanna beyond repair, but was the price they paid worth it? When billions of lives are at stake does that outweigh the love of a parent? Big questions in this one leading to a big finale.
Writer - Tom King, Artists - Mitch Gerards & Doc Shaner, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Wonder Woman #776 - Wonder Woman's quest to find Janus and stop her murderous rampage across the realm of the gods continues in the fairie land of Elfhame. Enchanted, magical and mystical it is just one more adventure for Diana as she attempts to continue on her ultimate quest to return to our earth.
Writers - Becky Cloonan, Michael W. Conrad & Jordie Bellaire, Artists - Jill Thompson, Becky Cloonan & Paulina Ganucheau, Color Artists - Jordie Bellaire & Kendall Goode, Letterer - Pat Brosseau & Becca Carey
The Other History of the DC Universe #5 - The incredible series which started out with a spotlight on Jefferson Pierce comes full circle with the story of his eldest daughter Anissa Pierce. Equally, emotional, powerful and poignant, the story itself is a perfect encapsulation of Anissa herself. Despite her living herself striving to not become her father, without her even seeing it herself, the similarities are far too many to be merely coincidence. The "other history" of the DC Universe in many ways is the history of the Pierce family themselves.
Writer - John Ridley, Artists - Giuseppe Camuncoli & Andrea Cucchi, Color Artist - Jose Villarubia, Letterer - Steve Wands
Wonder Woman Black & Gold #2 - We get some very interesting tales of Diana from a very, very diverse cross section of creators. Many of the stories focus on Wonder Woman's relationship to gods and that leaves Rocky wondering if gods are more important than mortals to Diana, It's a valid questions and one that has a clear answer based on these stories.
Writers - Mariko Tamaki, Che Grayson, Tillie Walden, Stephanie Williams & Rachel Smythe, Artists - Jamie McKelvie, Corin Howell, Tillie Walden, Ashley A. Woods & Rachel Smythe, Color Artist - Jordie Bellaire, Letterers - Simon Bowland, Wes Abbott & Becca Carey
Superman: Son of Kal-El - Jon Kent is on his own, but what does that truly mean? Who is he when he is not Superman's son? Does he even have an identity and how can he figure out how to fill his father's shoes when he doesn't even know who he is as a person or a hero? There are more questions than answers for Jon in this one, but that still doesn't excuse him asking Damian for advice!
Writer - Tom Taylor, Artist - John Timms, Color Artist - Gabe Eltaeb, Letterer - Becca Carey
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! talk about 9 of the 18 titles DC is putting out for the week of July 27, 2021. That's right 18 titles! So many books they had to break this week up into two episodes.
Action Comics #1033 - Superman gets more political than we have seen him in a long time as he tries to stop Atlantis and the surface world from going to war. Also there may be much more to Thao-la that meets the eye. Could she actually be working for Mongul?
Writer - Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Artist - Daniel Sampere, Color Artist - Adriano Lucas. Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Batman Secret Files: Huntress #1 - Helena survived the infection of parasites by Hue Vile, but has the sickness changed her forever? If so, can she use these new found abilities to turn the tables in Vile. Even if she does it may not be in time to save the hero we learn is infected in the cliffhanger ending.
Writer - Mariko Tamaki, Artist - David Lapham, Color Artist - Trish Mulvihill, Letterer - Rob Leigh
Detective Comics #1040 - Bruce Wayne turns himself into Gotham PD to clear his name While he is sitting behind bars he encounters someone in jail along with him who may, or may not know his secret identity. Meanwhile, the Penguin is definitely returning to his criminally malevolent roots as he attempts to once again prove to be a bigger threat to Batman than just a crooked casino owner. In the backup story we get an incredibly impactful Man-Bat story that feels very consequential.
Writers - Mariko Tamaki & Dan Watters, Artists - Dan Mora & Max Raynor, Color Artists - Jordie Bellaire & Arif Priatno, Letterers - Aditya Bidikar & Rob Leigh
Checkmate #2 - As we jump around various times of the recent past, we try to piece together just what Leviathan's end game is. At the same time Lois Lane continues to search for clues to understand the cryptic message her father told her before he died.
Writer - Brian Michael Bendis, Artist - Alex Maleev, Color Artist - Dave Stewart, Letterer - Josh Reed
Batman Superman #20 - Auter.io continues his quest to create a perfect world and for him that means destroying the versions of Superman, Batman and Robin that are currently trying to thwart him. When all else falls, he chooses to splice the hellish world of the Demon with Superman's World of Tomorrow to allow the Demon Horde of the Apocalypse to tear Superman's world apart. Can the Man of Steel and his allies stop the horde in time?
Writer - Gene Luen Yang, Artist - Ivan Reis, Inker - Danny Miki, Color Artist - Sabine Rich, Letterer - Saida Temofonte
Harley Quinn #5 - Harley manages to successfully infiltrate Hugo Strange's HQ to rescue her new sidekick Kevin, but it takes some bathroom hijinks for her plan to take off. Ultimately she may be successful, but has she actually just played into the plan Strange was hoping for all along?
Writer - Stephanie Phillips, Artist - Riley Rossmo, Color Artist - Ivan Plascencia, Letterer - Andworld Design
Batman Reptilian #2 - Batman is on the trail of the mysterious monster that is wreaking havoc on the Gotham underworld. He doesn't seem to concerned with the injuries that the criminals are suffering though. This is clearly a Bruce Wayne with a harder edge than we have seen before as he wonders what the monster may have in common with a great white shark.
Writer - Garth Ennis, Artist - Liam Sharp, Letterer - Rob Steen
Mister Miracle: The Source of Freedom #3 - Shilo Norman just starts to use his newfound powers and gain an understanding of what N'ver Free wants and where she comes from when disaster strikes. Norman is left broken and hurting, can his agent Vito with the help of Oberon get Shilo back in the fight?
Writer - Brandon Easton, Artist - Fico Ossio, Color Artist - Rico Renzi, Letterer - Rob Leigh
Robin #4 - Damian spends some quality time with his grandfather, but are there lessons he can actually learn and talk to heart from Ra's Al Ghul? Meanwhile back on Lazarus island with the death of Ravager the Lazarus tournament is officially ready to get underway.
Writer - Joshua Williamson, Artist - Jorge Corona, Color Artist - Luis Guerrero, Letterer - Troy Peteri
Time Before Time #3 - In this issue the time-travel aspect of the story starts to take a bit of a backseat to the crime noir feel of the story with the politics of the rivalry between the Union and the Syndicate showing up big time. Tons of action & characterization makes this feel like a big chunk of story that helps to flesh out the events from previous issues. Also the art from Joe Palmer is pitch perfect in combining all the elements of sc-fi, crime noir & action.
Writers - Declan Shalvey & Rory McConville, Artist - Joe Palmer, Color Artist - Chris O'Halloran, Letterer - Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou
Undiscovered Country #14 - As we get to the second book of the third arc of this vast story from two veteran writers, it occurs to us that the end game for this series has yet to be defined. Will it be the expedition successfully finding a cure for the global plague? Will it be the re-opening of the United States to the rest of the world? Is it more meta than that and just enough that Snyder & Soule are starting a conversation about what it means to be American and even more than that, what it means to be a human being on earth. So much to think about always with this thought-provoking series. This issue itself is an exploration of American culture & one of it's most identifiable creations, the comic book super-hero. All this is illustrated & colored beautifully which the linework and colors jumping off the page.
Writers - Scott Snyder & Charles Soule, Artist - Giuseppe Camuncoli & Leonardo Marcello Grassi, Color Artist - Matt Wilson, Letterer - Crank!
Alien #5 - Phillip Kennedy Johnson continues at what he does best, world-building. Taking the foundation of what we know about this world form the films, he gives us some great ideas in this issue that really provide tons of potential for more story. Also it gives such great context to the characters that Johnson has introduced us to in the series so far. You add in the action packed Salvador Larocca art that feels kinetic from cover to cover and you have an immensely enjoyable and compelling read.
Writer - Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Artist - Salvador Larocca, Color Artist - Guru-eFx, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Gamma Flight #2 - Building on the appearances of Gamma Flight from the pages of The Immortal Hulk this series continues to enrich the world Al Ewing has built with the Immortal Hulk. There likely wasn't room in the main series with only two issues left to give these characters their due and we love that they are getting their own series to finishing telling their story. Skaar showing up at the end of last issue leads to epic action in this second issue just as you would expect. What you might not expect is how relatable and fun Ewing & co-writer Crystal Frasier make the husband and wife of Titania and Absorbing Man. Also while this feels like a team book and that team only feels like they are getting closer and understanding each other better, the action is fun but it is the character dynamics that make this books good. When you add in the fantastic line work of Lan Medina and the bright Antonio Fabela colors it raising the series up to great.
Writers - Al Ewing & Crystal Frasier, Artist - Lan Medina, Color Artist - Antonio Fabela, Letterer - Joe Sabino
Captain Marvel #30 - Carol Danvers has reached the end of her magic journey and it doesn't end quite the way you expect. In fact, Carol may be worse off and have more enemies than ever including the magic wielders of the Marvel Universe. It's an intriguing and foreboding conclusion to the story from writer Kelly Thompson and expertly illustrated and colored by Jacopo Camagni and Espen Grundetjern. The fallout form the main story leads directly into a bonus back-up story from writer/artist Jamie McKelvie with some wonderful moments between Captain Marvel and Ms. Marvel. One of Marvel best books month in and month out, it's no surprise that Kelly Thompson has kept the Captain Marvel title going longer than any previous run of the series.
Writers - Kelly Thompson & Jamie McKelvie, Artists - Jacopo Camgni & Jamie McKelvie, Color Artists - Espen Grundetjern & Jamie McKelvie, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Home #4 - The latest issue of this series that started out feeling like a slice of life drama about family & immigration continues it's transformation into an action-packed story about a family with super powers. Also the series is an excellent representation of just how important family is in Latin cultures. When you add in the relevant politics you have the makings of a wonderful titles. Also the art is light-hearted and fun which helps the book from feeling heavy handed and balances out the series of the real-life issues being explored.
Writer - Julio Anta, Artist - Anna Wiesczcyk, Color Artist - Bryan Valenza, Letterer - Hassan Otsman-Elhaou
Moon Knight #1 - This first issue of the new Moon Knight series feels like it is trying to build off the slick style and mysterious take on the hero from the Warren Ellis series a few years ago. Unfortunately the bigger story and scope of what it feels like writer Jed MacKay is building requires more dialogue and exposition and doesn't lend itself to the quieter tone of the series from Ellis. Also the fine linework from artist Alessandro Cappuccio lacks impact and doesn't help the emotional beats to land with strength they should. There are some interesting ideas here, so we will have to see if the second issue can build on them.
Writer - Jed MacKay, Artist - Alessandro Cappuccio, Color Artist - Rachelle Rosenberg, Letterer - Cory Petit
Miles Morales: Spider-Man #28 - We've come to expect great things from the current creative team on Spider-Man, but this issue felt a little off the mark. The classic Clone Saga, while much maligned at the time, still felt important and consequential. This three issue modern equivalent for Miles Morales lacks both of those elements which leaves us feeling, for the first time in the Saladin Ahmed run, like we may have read some stories that don't really matter. The Carmen Carnero art is still top notch and she conveys the cover to cover action very well. We will have to wait and see if any of the events from this arc have long lasting consequences that may have us re-evaluation this story in the future.
Writer - Saladin Ahmed, Artist - Carmen Carnero, Color Artist - David Curiel, Letterer - Cory Petit
Radiant Black #6 - Once again the creative team for Radiant Black has knocked it out of the park with the latest issue of the series. Throughout the entire series the team has managed to subvert expectations at every turn. In this issue we get the very tragic and emotional origin of Radiant Red which may have many readers who previously disliked her, doing a complete 180 degree turn. When you couple the narrative with the clean yet soft artwork of Dark LaFuente you are left with another perfect issue of this series.
Writers - Kyle Higgins & Cherish Chen, Artist - Darko LaFuente, Color Artist - Miguel Muerto, Letterer - Becca Carey, Editor & Designer - Michael Busuttil
Project Patron #4 - We have almost reached the climax of this incredible AfterShock series. Building on the motivations and interactions between a clandestine team of people who give up their very lives to protect this planet, Steve Orlando has introduced a malevolent villain that has enhanced the stakes immensely. This series truly shows Orlando's love of the medium as it feel like a modern take on so many classic superhero ideas. Also the art is feels so visceral that it adds to the incredible stakes that have been building throughout the narrative.
Writer - Steve Orlando, Artist - Patrick Piazzalunga, Color Artist - Carlos Lopez, Letterer - Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou
Shadecraft #5 - The end of the first arc feels both like a satisfying ending for the story so far and a set up for so much more to come. Unfortunately the creative team is so busy it may be a little bit before we get more of this story. We can't wait to have more though, because what started out as such an intimate feeling story really grew into something so much more while still retaining the feeling of how important family and relationships are. The potential for so much more of this world to be explored is here, so we certainly hope the series returns soon. The balance of the wonderful ending while giving us such a great foundation for more story is what made Jay choose this as his Book of the Week.
Writer - Joe Henderson, Artist - Lee Garbett, Color Artist - Antonio Fabela, Letterer - Simon Bowland
Silver City #3 - Here we have another title that has grown so much in scope since the first issue. Starting with the premise that the afterlife in many ways may be just as mundane as life on earth, the story has continued to build in layers. From the mysterious working of the afterlife, it's queen and the silver knights to the powers Ru may or not possess, we can't wait to keep reading and discover the answers. Meanwhile the Luca Merli art has been fantastic through out providing both incredible mood with his colors and fantastic design and emotion with his line work.
Writer - Olivia Cuartero-Briggs, Artist - Luca Merli, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Syphon #1 - This new Top Cow series is off to a very strong start as we meet our protagonist who has just gained the ability to take the pain away from others who are suffering, He himself suffers from tremendous guilt he feels over a mistake from his past and thus may be particularly suited to wield these powers, but where do they come from? Also who is the mysterious benefactor who claims to want to educate and help him? Extremely compelling and well-paced with gorgeous art, we are very much looking forward to the next issue. So much so that Jace made this his co-Book of the Week.
Writers - Patrick Meaney & Mohsen Ashraf, Artist - Jeff Edwards, Color Artist - John Kalisz
M.O.M. - Mother of Madness - We get a huge and immersive chunk of story in this debut issue from an all-female creative team and what a start it is. Original ideas when it comes to powers, fantastic characterization that suits the cynical setting for the story that takes pace in a future society. That society feels like a natural extension of our own and where we are headed in terms of gender issues and social movements. When you add in the story elements where the protagonist breaks the fourth wall or flashes back to events from her past, it only adds to the experience. The artwork is also jam-packed with detail with great linework that often breaks the panels and leaps off the page. This is definitely a must-read and Jace's co-Book of the Week.
Writers - Emilia Clarke & Marguerite Bennett, Artist - Leila Leiz, Color Artist - Triona Farrell, Letterer - Haley Rose-Lyon
Jace chats with John Luzar & Jason Fleece about their Current Kickstarter campaign, Marguerite vs. The Occupation.
The Story
Marguerite grew up in a house on the highest hill in the valley; she loved watching the world go by her window. She could see everything.
Four years after her family fled the invading Nazi army, France is on the brink of liberation, and 17-year-old Marguerite darts stealthily through the woods she played in as child, eager to witness the moment her long-lost home becomes free once more.
Instead, she finds a German machine gun crew occupying the bombed-out remains of her bedroom, using the very vantage point that once brought her such joy and wonder to keep the advancing Allies at bay!
Jace and Rocky From Comic Boom! spotlight the DC titles for the week of July 20, 2021. We get the origin of Melinda Zucco in the pages of Nightwing #82 and talks about the problem with ret-cons. Rocky seems to really like the idea of Dick Grayson having a sister though especially because there seems to be more to her than we know. Blue & Gold #1 is a real highlight with the whole creative team giving their all to make this a spectacular issue. Shazam #1 expands on some of the story points we have seen for Billy Batson in the pages of Teen Titans Academy and also hints at some of the events of Future State. Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow reminds us of the trauma Supergirl has endured in her life and explains how she might connect so closely with Ruthye and the losses both of them have suffered from. Justice League #65 brings a shocking revelation that is sure to have people talking, but is it necessary and will it be remembered? Only time will tell. The back-up Justice League Dark story continues to outshine the main story though and both have great art. In the pages of Catwoman we finally get the long-anticipated fight between Selina and Father Valley, thought the outcome may surprise a lot of readers. Flash #772 feels in some ways like a return to normalcy in Rocky's eyes and he is all for it. Wally West fans have been waiting for this a long time as Wally is back and finally headlining the Flash book. Superman and the Authority is an intriguing start to the story and Grant Morrison shows that Manchester Black is in good hands, as the legendary comic scribe absolutely nails the characterization of the psychotic telekinetic. Finally in the pages of Superman Red & Blue #5 we get the single best issue of the series so far. Every story is good to great with a couple of the narratives award worthy. An absolute must-read.
Jace and Jay talk spoiler-free about some of the comics hitting shops the week of July 14, 2021. Bunny Mask #2 is the first book Jay read and it gives us plenty of momentum for the story as Bunny Mask shows up to haunt some people form her past, but those people have no answers to what or who Bunny mask is. We the readers are in the dark as well, plenty of events and character interaction, but what does it all mean? I guess we need to stay with the series to find out. Beyond the Breach #1 similarly drops us right in the middle of he action as a young woman and boy are thrown into the middle of an apparent other-worldly invasion by monstrous bugs. Action-packed from start to finish, we definitely have more questions that answers so we will be back for #2 to learn more. Sinister War #1 is an over-sized start to the series and once again Spider-Man finds himself overwhelmed by the events and villains in his life. It seems like this series is a way for writer Nick Spencer to try and tie up as many threads from his long run on Amazing Spider-Man and we may be going even further back to pull at a long established thread. Is Marvel going to undo the controversial One More Day storyline? Iron Man #10 sees Tony Stark return in a big way as he is stranded on a far off alien world, but is this where he is meant to be? Can he abandoned his mission to stop Korvac? Maybe this world is perfectly suited to help his desire to get back to basics and remember who Tony stark truly is. Silver Coin is a futuristic story that establishes an intriguing world in very few pages. we continue to think these stories tie together in more ways then it first appears and we hope that mean we can revisit this particular world again. A Man Among Ye #5 is the return of female pirates Anne Bonny and Mary Read. We love the voice that writer Stephanie Phillips gives us as well as the interaction between all the strong female characters in this book. New artist Josh George is more than up to the task of giving us dynamic art also, great issue. Alien Aftermath is Marvel's second title set in the franchise of the Xenomorphs and it ties in very closely with the events and characters of the Aliens movie. tons of cool action & a new version of the Xenomorph makes this issue a fun read. Spider-Woman #13 is a great example of the balance between humor and action that Karla Pacheco is pulling off in this title. Jessica Drew has never been in better hands. Way of X and X-Corp are both great this week as we get a couple of set up issues that have ending that lead us to believe we have big action coming in the August issues of both books.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat with writer Andy Schmidt about his current series for DC Comics, The Crime Syndicate. This new version of the classic Earth-3 denizens has been a hit with Rocky from the beginning, but Jace has struggled to find a way to relate. Can this chat with Andy give Jace some insight into what he may have missed. Plus Andy takes us through the original plans for the series and the challenges that came with a format change and reduction in issues. Of course we couldn't talk about the series without mentions the incredible art from Kieran McKeown. What is really interesting is how Kieran's artwork inspired and changed the story in subtle ways once Andy saw the designs of a few of the characters. This is a fun chat with tons of behind the scenes tidbits so we hope you will join us.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! break down the DC books for the week of July 13, 2021. Batman Urban Legends starts off with arguably the most definitive Jason Todd story ever as we see the former Robin facing his inner-demons with gorgeous art from Eddy Barrows & Marcus To. The second story gives us our second look at Ryan Wilder in the DCU, but we haven't seen her in the costume yet. The Tim Drake story sparks a HUGE debate between Jace and Rocky about the future of Tim and whether the characterization we get in the story is accurate or not. The final Batman Urban Legends story finishes up the Grifter story with kinetic Ryan Benjamin art and a massive reveal that could have lasting effects for the DC Universe. A lot of people are going to be talking about this Grifter story, so we hope it doesn't get spoiled for you. Rorschach #10 lays out the case so far and adds some insights to let try to figure out the mystery for ourselves and the spectacular artwork really makes this one of the best issue so far. Justice League Last Ride #3 is another real highlight this week as Zdarsky gives us the awkwardness of a family dealing with loss in a pitch perfect way. Also the Miguel Mendonca art is perhaps the best single issue the artist has ever done, AMAZING! The latest issue of the Joker, #5 departs from the current storyline to give us a past story of the Joker and Gordon that adds a lot of context to their relationship. We also get some great Francesco Francavilla art that really adds to the moodiness of the story. Detective Comics #1039 shows us Hue Vile revealed and gives his origin as well, it feels a bit abrupt but maybe the next time we see Vile show up it may resolve his story and reflect back favorably on this one. Future State Gotham #3 is frustrating both from the sense the diminished quality of the art as well as the lack of momentum in the story which feels bogged down in tropes. Flash 2021 Annual #1 is yet another Wally West redemption story, the retcon that it applies to the Heroes in Crisis story sets off a volatile debate amongst the guys. One of them argues it is heartfelt while adding respect and weight to the death of Roy Harper. The other says that the way this story dismisses and diminishes Heroes in Crisis is blatantly disrespectful. Who do you think is on which side? And more importantly, who do you agree with? Wonder Woman #775 is another title the guys didn't see eye to eye on, the heavy ties to different mythologies are starting to pull the attention away from Wonder Woman herself for Rocky, while Jace things that it has yet to be determined where the story is going or how to grade it. Infinite Frontier #2 has some great moments, but we are still waiting for that one story beat that can start to pull all this disparate threads together. We do have hope though, because the individual moments have been intriguing. In the pages of Batman The Detective #4 we see a Bruce Wayne who may have lost a step. or has he? The characterization is a little inconsistent for Jace and he wonders of the story might be suffering because of it. Jace and Rocky also express their shock and sorrow regarding the passing of Robson Rocha and pass their condolences on to his family and friends. A tremendously talented artist who was taken far too soon, the loss for the industry is a big one. This is our biggest spotlight yet and there is a TON of fiery debate about his week's books.
Jace chats with legendary comic illustrator & instructor Bart Sears. From the early days of Brutes & Babes in Wizard magazine to Bart's most recent project on Zoop. The campaign is for a unique artbook focusing on Headshots and Bart shares his thoughts on why he likes drawing heads so much. The guys also talk about the unique challenges of drawing heads & how Bart keeps things fresh especially for characters that might not have a distinctive feature. The other aspect of the campaign that is discussed is the interactivity Bart is bringing to the project by letting he fans vote on which head shots to include and then offering those headshots as one of a kind tier rewards. There is mention of Bart's Heavy Metal strip that he works on with his wife as well. Lot of fun art talk in this one so talk a listen.
Jace and Jay talk about some of the books they have read already for the week of July 7, 2021. Post Americana #6 is cover to cover action and it feels like the end is near and the winner may be the last man standing! Amazing Spider-Man #70 is also very fast-paced but unfortunately it also feels a bit choppy. We can't help but wonder if the impending departure of Nick Spencer means he is having to accelerate his plans to try and finish off as many plot threads as possible and that may lead to a decline in quality. Deep Beyond is a book that continues to impress and we hope everyone is giving it a chance because it is epic Sci-Fi that keeps growing in scope & hasn't disappointed yet! Nocterra is another Image title that continually delivers. The best artwork of Tony Daniel's career along with amazing color work from Tomeu Morey brings the world Scott Snyder & Daniel have created to life in such a way that you can't help but care about these characters. Masterful job on all fronts. Children of the Atom #5 has a big reveal that really surprised us. What is not surprising is the authentic voices Vita Ayala is giving to these teenagers, fantastic and authentic, plus great art. Immortal Hulk only has 2 more issues after this week's #48 and we see some hints of where it might be headed. We just hope we get a full and satisfying conclusion rather than an ending that leaves lingering questions or doubts. The Good Asian #3 continues to be a perfect period piece with wonderful art and moody characters that inhabit a world that accurately reflects the pulp noir feel of Chinatown in the San Francisco of the 1920's. The fact that the plight of the Asian characters in the story is still relevant today is both poignant and revelatory. Clans of the Belari is a promising start for two first time comic writers from AfterShock. Set in a Sci-Fi world where clan designation and loyalty to that clan means everything, will we see the human spirit triumph? Commanders in Crisis #10 shows the heroism of the team in the face of incredible odds. They rise to the challenge just as you would expect them too. This title continues to be a love letter to comics and the giant summer events of our childhoods, so much fun! Amazing Spider-Man Annual #2 is the next chapter in the Infinite Destinies story and we get Spider-Man trying to connect with Star to stop her zany but somewhat homicidal mission to get revenge on those that mistreated her in high school. Spider-Man may be the perfect person to relate to Star, but she is probably incapable of listening. Jay's Book of the Week, Geiger #4, is as fast-paced as ever. Geoff Johns & Gary Frank seem determined to go at a breakneck pace to never let us catch our breaths as the action is coming fast & furious. Much like the character of Geiger himself, keep moving to keep the emotions at bay, but their masterful storytelling has the characterization coming through in the little moments as well as the action scenes. Jace's Book of the Week, Ordinary Gods #1, is a huge story of immortal 'gods' unknowingly trapped on earth. Kyle Higgins & artist Felipe Watanabe give us a perfect first issue here, expertly balancing the past with the present and allowing us time to connect with the protagonist while still giving plenty of historical context. Jace also gives a rundown on some other titles you may want to pick up this week.
Jace and rocky from Comic boom! talk about the DC books for the week of July 7, 2021 and it is a BIG week. There is a special batman Secret Files issue focusing on Duke Thomas and it has both the guys wanting to revisit some Duke stories and get a better handle on who he is as a character and see where he might be going. We get more reminders of Future State in Suicide Squad #5 as Earth 3 and the Crime Syndicate make an appearance. Batman #110 keeps the Magistrate story moving full-steam ahead, but where this issue shines is in the dynamic art and the interactions between Ghost-Maker, Harley and Batman. Swamp Thing #5 seems to take a detour from the main story that has been unfolding, but we would not be surprised to find this story connects to the main narrative more than it first appears. Also we have John McCrea art that feels so organic, great stuff. We are up to the penultimate issue of Crime Syndicate and Rocky is still loving it, while Jace still struggles to connect to the characters. More issues may have solved this, but with one issue to go we will have to wait and see. Green Lantern #4 shows John Stewarts capabilities as a fighter without his ring and we see Teen Lantern take matters into her own hands regarding the destruction of OA. This one felt a little light on plot progression, but had some gorgeous art. Batman Fortnite Zeropoint came to an end, but we didn't get everything wrapped up in a nice neat package. It is clear there is more to this story and we fully expect to hear there is a follow up series coming SOON! Justice League #64 starts a new arc as Bendis brings back Synmar Utopica from his Superman run, but it just isn't compelling and feels overwrought. It's the exact opposite in the Justice League back-up where everything seems so purposeful. The second issue of Wonder Girl was a bit of a mess, the first 3 pages felt promising and then between the strange characterization of Yara and the choppy pacing we just felt like the issue never came together. Crush and Lobo is still not rocky;s cup of tea, but Jace seems to be enjoying it. Maybe it is the fact that Jace has no previous exposure to Crush? Time will tell as next issue Crush and Lobo come face to face and that could change the whole dynamic of the series. Finally Nice House on the Lake #2 starts to build tension and drama after the bombshell events of #1. We expect this thriller to continue to ramp up the pace from this issue with really feels like the starting point of these characters and their psychological and inter-personal journey.
Jace chats with longtime comic writer Ron Marz about his current campaign on Zoop, Resolution. Along with fellow writer Andy Lanning with art by Rick Leonardi, Lanning & color artist Andrew Dalhouse, Ron is bringing his love of cosmic, epic storytelling to the new crowdfunding platform. The Green Lantern meets Unforgiven is the simplest way to describe the story and with the track record and experience of these creators we really expect something special. In addition to the collaboration that is bringing the story of Xaan Maddox, a legendary member of the outer-space corps of heroes known as The Resolute, to life, backers have the opportunity to get a portfolio featuring artwork from other stellar artist working in comics. From Paul Pelletier to Phil Jimenez to Liam Sharp and a whole lot more. This is a chance for this all-star lineup of creators to draw whatever comes to mind in the universe of Resolution. Be sure you go visit the campaign page to check out all the amazing artwork and rewards that are being offered and share the campaign on social media so every one who wants to join the campaign will have a chance.
Jace talks about a few of the books coming out the fifth Wednesday of the month June 30, 2021. black Widow #8 continues to absolutely blow us away with it's characterization of Natasha and the spectacular art which shows off the action-oriented storyline so well. Daredevil #31 still feels so much like it is marching towards something big, but the best thing about the title is that Matt seems to be finding a purpose again and we are here to see his road to redemption as he regains agency in his own title. Made in Korea starts to solidify some of the big ideas we got introduced to in the first issue. It does this in a way that grounds the ideas so we see their practical applications & how they affect people in real life. Amazing Spider Man Chameleon Conspiracy wraps up that recent storyline but in classic Nick Spencer fashion leaves some items up in the air and we wonder where if at all those questions might be answered. Undone by Blood #4 brings this story to a close, but we are very interested in more stories with this story structure. The way this one concludes has us remembering that you learn and grow so much more form failure than success. Co-Book of the Week United States of Captain America exceeded our admittedly high expectations, the creative shows a deep understanding of who Steve Rogers is and that knowledge is only surpassed by their obvious love of the character. Our other Book of the Week, Crossover #7 once again showcases the pure emotion that Chip Zdarsky can infuse into a comic story. What makes this issue even more impressive is that Chip not only infuses this issue with emotion, but manages to give huge emotional weight and context to the entire series of Crossover based and what we learn in this issue. Fantastic Stuff! Jace also gives a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! discuss the DC books for the week of June 29, 2021. It's a fifth Wednesday this month and as is often the case, DC is taking advantage of the extra Wednesday to release some Annuals. We also get a print version of the Digital First Infinite Frontier: Secret Files and we celebrate 80 years of Green Arrow. The Catwoman Annual is wonderfully written and gives us our first background on Father Valley. It turns out he has ties to Azrael and how that might play out is very intriguing. Also the art in the book is top notch. Over in the Teen Titans Academy Annual we get some of the long desired character work for some of the students of the academy but still plenty of Red X also. The Infinite Frontier Secret Files isn't mandatory reading to understand what is going on in the Infinite Frontier mini-series, but it certainly does give more context and we do recommend picking it up. Finally the Green Arrow 80th Anniversary special does an incredible job of encapsulating so many of the most iconic eras of the Emerald Archer. Both with the narratives and the art, we find ourselves at times transported back to certain periods of the Green Arrow comics and we love that so many of the creators from those books join us here. Plus there is an incredible tribute to Denny O'Neil who certainly was a very important creator when it comes to defining Oliver Queen.
Jace catches up with the creative team for Slow City Blues, Samuel Haine, Shawn Moll & John Livesay. With only about 10 days left before the end of the campaign on July 6, the guys chat about the success of the crowdfunding so far. There is also a bunch of conversation about Shawn Moll joining the project and how the process of collaboration has been between all the creators. The guys also discuss main character, John Loris's hair ... in detail.
Jace chats with writer Patric Lewandoski about his all ages graphic novel Future Girl. A simple time travel premises with two young protagonists, this is the perfect gift for young readers. There are some really great ideas and concepts in the story that can engage older readers as well. Plus if you really want to look at deeper meanings of our desire for continued existence and the consequences of our actions, there is plenty of that to. All this narrative is presented with a clean and simple art style that is pleasing to look at as well as proving the right tone and pace for the story.
Jace chats with writer Kyle Higgins about his upcoming series Ordinary Gods. Releasing from Image Comics on July 7th, Kyle describes it as The highlander meets the Matrix, but it is really so much more than that. A 40 pg first issue for the regular cover price gives us a big chunk of story in the debut issue to start building out the world and story of the immortal beings who form the backbone of the narrative. That is only the start though as we learn there is a civil war between these 'gods' and some have been imprisoned on earth where they have been re-incarnating over thousands of years again and again. With incredible artwork from Filipe Watanabe, this series has the potential to explore so many times in human history while at the same time telling a fantasy influenced tale about the world these beings come from. Kyle also mentions feeling obligated to take "big swings" with his current creator owned projects and how much fun he is having subverting expectations for readers. It is a fun chat so join us and be sure to let your retailer know that you want a copy of issue #1 of Ordinary Gods.
Jace takes a spoiler-free look at some of the titles hitting comic shops the week of June 23, 2021. Spawn's Universe from Todd McFarlane and company is the start of something incredibly big. Better grab a copy because this is a book that people may look back on in 20 years and say it all started here! Stray Dogs comes to an end with #5 and it is just as poignant, emotional and impactful as each and every issue of the series has been. Amazing Spider-Man #69 brings on Ed Brisson as co-writer and we wonder how long he will be around because this issue is really solid. Action from cover to cover and so many storylines! Fantastic Four Life Story works very well if you look at it as a What If story because so much of this version of the FF's history is completely different from the team and family we know, but that's ok because it is very compelling. Captain Marvel #29 is a wonderful character issue for Carol where she shows so much self-awareness. Perfect example of how much Kelly Thompson understands who Carol is. Plus we get incredible line work and a gorgeous cover. Gamma Flight #1 ties into the Immortal Hulk storyline and we are glad because the story of these characters may not fit into the pages of the Immortal Hulk book, but it is a story worth reading. Lan Medina handles the art and it looks great. Heroes Return finishes up the Heroes reborn event, but we are left feeling a bit like this one may be forgotten quickly. It was all a bit predictable and while at times it was fun, it's impact is questionable. Nuclear Family #5 finishes this series up in a way that fits the feel of the series overall. All your questions may not be answered and you are left to ponder the implications. Just like some of the best episodes of the Twilight Zone not everything is wrapped up in a nice, neat package. Way of X #3 has Nightcrawler more confused than ever when it comes to the answers he seeks about finding a way to stem the spiritual malaise he feels is spreading on the island of Krakoa. Kurt has always been a character whose faith has been strong, but what may matter most here is that Kurt believe in himself. We have not one but two Books of the Week this time out, both have surprising twists in the narrative that we were not expecting based on the previous issues. Shadecraft #4 show us we may not be getting the family drama we expected, but may be getting a much more action-packed one. Lee Garbett & Antonio Fabela are at the height of their artistic powers as well. In Blue Flame #2 a huge event happens within the first two pages that will have a huge impact on the dual narrative going forward and we wonder how Sam may view it. Will he begin to believe that perhaps humanity is not worth saving? All this, plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! chat about the DC books for the week of June 22, 2021. In the pages of Justice League #63 Naomi officially joins the the league while in the back up Justice League Dark story, we meet a new potential female member of that team. Detective Comics #1038 has a big brawl between Batman & Roland Worth with what we expect is the Magistrate pulling the strings, while the back-up shows that the Penguin may want to return to some former glory. Checkmate #1 brings back all the familiar players from the previous Leviathan events, but can Mark Shaw truly maintain control of all the intelligence assets of the DC Universe? Wonder Woman Black & Gold #1 has some truly astounding art with some great stories that provide wonderful insight into who Diana is. We get more Wonder Woman in #774 as Diana finds the gods of Olympus have been killed, but she is not about to let them remain in the Graveyard of the Gods without trying to rescue them. Harley Quinn #4 shows Harley bouncing back from the events of #3 and choosing to bring the fight to Hugo Strange and rescue her new sidekick Kevin. Mister Miracle #2 continues this excellent series as Shilo Norman's identity may be compromised and the fallout from that may be tremendous. How will he deal with this possible disaster while being attacked by N'ver Free, who claims to be the true child of Scott & Barda? Teen Titans Academy #4 is a Bat Pack investigation into the identity of Red X, but are the kids on the right track? Superman #32 finishes up the series as Superman and Jon are able to rescue the Thakkramites from the Shadowbreed. On the heels of that rescue it's clear the Kal-El is very proud of his son. Robin #3 shows us the first interaction between Damian and Connor Hawke, but it is the surprise guest appearance at the end of the issue that may be even more important. Action Comics #1032 reveals that the suspected Kryptonians imprisoned on War World may be a group that fled Krypton thousands of years before the planet exploded. One thing is for sure, whether these prisoners are Kryptonian or not, Superman will not let them remain enslaved. Batman Superman #19 gives us some really fun version of Superman Batman and Robin in different time periods. Each of the era's is illustrated by a different artist and it really helps to bring the comic to life. This comic is so much fun, we hate that it is ended with #22. Batman Reptilian has amazing art that brings to life this great version of Batman who has a little more of an edge than readers of the conventional version of the Caped Crusader may be used to. Infinite Frontier #1 has some interesting threads but it isn't 100% clear yet how things may all fit together, but the Psycho Pirate and last page reveal were favorite moments for the guys.
For the first time Joshua Dysart is discussing Odinn's Eye. Jace chats with writer Joshua Dysart about this upcoming project for Bad Idea. Set far back in a time even before most recorded history, Odinn's Eye tells the tale of a young girl who is beset by visions. Visions she believe are a message from Odinn himself that send her and her compatriots on an epic quest. Josh has been inspired by everything from classic fantasy to Sergio Leone westerns in crafting this story. He also mentions his desire to create a large story that feels grand in scope while exploring themes of belief and faith and how those beliefs can impact the real world. Incredible artwork from Tomas Giorello brings it to life, be sure you have pre-ordered so you don't miss it.
Jace and Jay chat spoiler-free about some of the comics hitting shops the week of June 16, 2021. Heroes Reborn reaches the last issue, but it isn't' the end of the story and if the last page is any indication, we have a massive battle coming in Heroes Return #1. Much like a lot of the other Heroes Reborn Tie-Ins Weapon X & Final Flight #1 really adds to the tapestry of the Heroes Reborn universe, this time in a very heartbreaking way. Home #3 really flips the series on its head, previous issues had a lot of relationship dynamics with a little action, here we get the action dialed up to ten! Seven Swords #1 from AfterShock seems like another big hit from the publisher, whether you are a huge fan of the Three Musketeers or only know them in passing this period tale expanding on their mythos is a must-read with incredible art. Alien #4 once again is cover to cover action, we are really impressed how the creative team manages to pack such a fast-paced, action-packed story into a single issue and make it feel like such a big chunk of story. X-Corp #2 is a technically wonderful comic, but we still aren't sure how it's tone fits in with the rest of the X-Universe. Fantastic Four #33 lives up to the classic wedding issue of Fantastic Four issues of the past. An FF wedding issue is always going to be over the top and this one is no exception and leaves us with an awesome cliffhanger. Time Before Time #2 gives us a very interesting and fresh take on a time travel story and it's one that may have it's roots in crime noir. I guess we will have to keep reading to find out. Radiant Black #5 picks right up where #4 left off, but once again, just when you think you know where the story is going, the creative team subverts our expectations once again. This is a very impressive book. Silver Coin #3 is brutal and horrifying just as the entire series has been so far and we can't wait to see if this seemingly disparate tales are going to all tie together at some point. Captain America Annual #1 continues the Infinite Destinies storyline that runs through all the Marvel Annuals this summer. We get the return of Overtime, who we last saw in the pages of Wolverine and the Infinity Watch, but will his plans for redemption lead to even worse consequences? The Clone Sage of Miles Morales continues and the stakes have never been higher for out hero. We can't help but wonder when tragedy may strike Miles and if he may then carry around the guilt of that much like Peter Parker does. Planet-Sized X-Men #1 lives up to the name with the mutants undertaking an incredible misson. Will they succeed and if so what might the fall out be, not only for the X-Men corner of the Marvel Universe, but for the whole of that universe. Stillwater #8 gives us the origin of the sheriff and pull us deeper into her motivations and loyalties towards the town. Finally Silver City #2 starts to build up both action and mystery as we settle into the the cynical afterlife that is Silver City. After a pitch perfect introduction to this world and characters, the creative team wastes no time in ramping up the narrative. Plus Jace gives a rundown on some other books you might want to be on the lookout for when you hit your comic shop this week.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! take a look at the DC Pride Special from DC Comics this month. This issue celebrates the many characters & creators of DC Comics who are proud members of the LGBTQ+ community. DC has had a long history of inclusivenes in their stories and this anthology is a perfect example. While the guys may have not liked every story, what cannot be denied is the postive tone and spirit of the issue. Plus there are a ton of great characters featured in this issue with spectacular art. Both Jace and Rocky look forward to learning more about these characters that we hope to see much more of in the future.
Jace and Rock from Comic Boom break down the DC Comics issue for the week of June 15, 2021. Jace gives his nod for best of the week to Catwoman #32 as we see several characters try to answer the question of who Selina Kyle is. Rocky's favorite is Nightwing #81 as we get a huge bombshell about the Grayson family. The question is, can we believe it to actually be true? Supergirl Woman of Tomorrow #1 is simple in it's concept but nuanced in the way it will explore who Kara is and test her heroism in ways she may not be ready for. Static: Season One #1 goes over much of the same ground from the original Static series nearly 30 years ago, which shows just how groundbreaking that series was as much of it's concepts translate to today. The creative team this time around give the book a very modern feel both in scripting and art which makes for an excellent read. Batman Fortnite Zeropoint feels like it may be lasting just a bit too long, but the final issue coming next week will be the decider on that. Flash #773 teases possible redemption for Wally, but we haven't gotten there yet and is it even necessary? Finally Superman Red& Blue offers a few good stories but ends up inconsistent overall.
Jace chats with comic creator Tim Seeley about his AfterShock title Dark Red. Hugely inspired from classic 1980's horror, this title tells the story of a vampire but in much different context that you may have seen before. Looking at Vampires as an analogue for the have and have nots, this is an incredible relevant story with tons of action and humor. Plus Tim even got to draw on some inspiration from the stories his grandfather used to tell him about his World War experiences. Join in as the guys breakdown this incredible series.
Jace chats with Jonathan Thompson about his current Kickstarter campaign for his project A Game of Doubles. The story of twin brothers who have led very different lives and how the grass always seems greener. Jonathan and artist Ryan Tavarez have not only concocted an interesting story, they have two different endings for the project. You can choose to buy one book and get one of the endings or grab the flip book version to have both. There is also a director's cut with both versions as well as tons of process notes and back matter to get a closer look at how these creators put the project together. A project like this with a story that works on multiple levels is very much worth exploring, so go check out the campaign and join in to help bring this project to life.
Jace and Jay give a rundown on some of the books they have read for the week of June 9, 2021 spoiler-free. Maniac of New York concludes, but it is only the end of the first story arc. There is more Harry coming! Bunny Mask is an incredibly engaging and intriguing story that will pull you right in. Geiger fills on more of the the backstory of our main character, plus it shows us that Geiger may be one of those people who need to bed needed. Babyteeth continues to be fantastic in its return. The story has always balanced he action with incredible relationship drama and that hasn't changed. Ant may not have been worth the wait, we will let you decide, but knowing Erik Larson is brining her back is welcome news. The Good Asian is a good read! Perfectly period noir with accurately depicted racial strife that is all too relatable, great book! Finally Jace also lets you know what other books are out this week you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace chats with Jordan Plosky, CEO of Zoop, a new crowd -funding platform for comics. Zoop handles all the logistical challenges of marketing, fulfilling and running the campaign. This frees up the creators to just create. Plus Zoop only gets paid if the campaign is successful so they have a very vested interest in getting projects over the line. The platform essentially performs like other crowd-funding sites, but brings in so much more simplicity and each campaign is custom tailored to best suit the needs of that creator or creative team. Currently the platform is live with it's first project, Slow City Blues, with many more projects to come in the new future. Even some creators who have been regulars on other crowd-funding platforms are making the switch to Zoop. Listen in for all the details.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom! YouTube channel talk about the latest DC books. There are so many great titles this week starting with Batman Urban Legends #4, the Red Hood and Grifter stories continue to be absolutely amazing. We get a fun look at Luke Fox back in the Batwing costume and the first of a three part Tim Drake Robin story. Meanwhile the emotionality and action of the Justice League's last adventure continues in Justice League Last Ride #2 and the art is spectacular. Rorschach #9 doesn't move the narrative forward in a big way, but the visual storytelling is superb and it feels like the clues are starting to line up. Batman The Detective #3 gives a welcome look at a young Bruce Wayne traveling the world and learning some manhunting skills, the guys both would love a series focused solely on this period of Batman's training. Over in Detective Comics #1037, Bruce Wayne has actually been accused of murder and arrested. Doesn't the GCPD now better by now? One of the back-ups starts a big debate about Lucius Fox and had Jace all fired up! Wonder Woman #773 might not resolve the Norse storyline in the most mythic & impactful of ways, but the story is wildly entertaining and feels authentic. Also the last page view of Themyscira is a great cliffhanger. Joker #4 has more of the actual Joker in it than any of the previous issues and the guys are divided on whether that's a good thing or not. Future State Gotham #2 teases a chance at redemption for Jason Todd, but is it too little, too late?
Jace chats with the creative team for a new crowd-funded project, Slow City Blues. The story follows a detective who is trapped in his own imagination after some tragic events in the real world. A story that explores loss, grief and self-acceptance set in a fantasy world with incredible artwork. Not only is this a new project, it is the debut project for a new crowdfunding platform called Zoop. This new company will handle all the logistical parts of crowd-funding campaigns and leave the creators free to create. Be sure to go and check out the project on Zoop!
Jace chats with Mitch Hallock, creator of Terrificon a true COMIC-con returning at the end of July. They guys chat about the challenges of bringing back a convention post-Covid. Also the comic-centric nature of Terrificon and how that informs what guests are invited and the panels and programming offered at the show. There are tons of great guests coming to the show for 2021 and lots of vendors with some amazing comics, collectibles and more. Give this one a listen and make some plans to attend Terrificon if you can!
Jace is joined by veteran comic book creator John Livesay to chat about all sort so things. John gives a brief history of his childhood love of comics and how he acquired so many of the great books he is constantly sharing on Twitter. We also hear how he went from writer to penciller to inker. There's talk about the current state of inking and how it has changed over the years. Plus John teases his upcoming creator owned comic Slow City Blues.
Jace welcomes comic creator Erica Schultz to the show to discuss her current Kickstarter campaign for The Deadliest Bouquet. When the mother of three women dies under mysterious circumstances the sisters must reunite to solve her murder all the while dealing with the consequence of their upbringing that including being trained to hunt Nazis. Skills passed down from one generation to the next, including grueling physical training makes for a very unorthodox childhood & leaves the sisters with complicated emotions for their mother, especially now that she is gone. In a word, despite the action and mystery contained in this original graphic novel, this story is about relationships. We all deal with loss in our own ways and we all certainly have relationships in our lives. From these touch points, this creative team hopes to bring this entertaining narrative to life. From the gorgeous 90's inspired cover by Kevin Wada to the beautiful interior and covers, you should definitely check this project out!
Jace and Jay talk about some of the titles that are hitting comic shops the week of June 2, 2021. Amazing Spider-Man #67 has a very classic Spider-Man, but Jace is hoping we get to the end of some of the many plot threads that are playing out in the title currently. Nocterra spends some time on quiet moments and has some great characterization, but this month's issue also really brings some hardcore action! Can't wait to see what happens next. Dep Beyond #5 gives us a look at what is on the other side of the portal and really shows how far the series has come in only a few issues. Out of Body #1 from AfterShock is surprisingly grounded for a book that deals with the supernatural. It has both an ethereal and procedural feel, fantastic work by the creative team. Inkblot is just a while lot of fun, exactly the book you would expect starring a fantastical and possible mythical cat. Speaking of cats, Black Cat #7 shows the heart of Felicia Hardy with gorgeous artwork. This character has come so far from her Spider-Man sidekick days. Iron Man Annual #1 does such an incredible job of establishing a start to the Infinite Destinies narrative it has convinced Jace to go all in. Also the art is SPECTACULAR! Heroes Reborn #5 is ok, but Jace worries about the inconsistency in art and story for the event overall. Crush and Lobo gets Jay's stamp of approval, he also feels like the characterization of Crush is authentic. Immortal Hulk #47 has us very close to the end of this series and it feels like its time to take the Hulk in a different direction, but we can't wait to see how this one ends first! Jay's Book of the Week is Star Wars War of the bounty Hunters #1, based on the strength of this issue, Jay is going all in on this event. We love how much it enriches the character & story points we know from the films and even adds to the Star Wars film canon. Also we are reminded in this issue what a bad ass Boba Fett is! All this, plus Jace runs down some other titles you may want to pick up this week.
Jace and Manny talk about the last two prelude issues for the Star Wars War of the Bounty Hunter event. We check out Doctor Aphra #10 and wonder how the events of that book and the characters are going to collide with Boba Fett, Han Solo, Darth Vader and all the rest of the bounty hunters caught up in this intricate collision course of a story. Darth Vader #12 is a much easier narrative to predict as it adds so much to the canon of the original fil trilogy in it's examination of how Vader sees Han Solo. A constant thorn in Vader's side, it is never more apparent than in this comic how much Darth Vader wants Han to pay for the times he has thwarted the Sith lords plans or helped Luke out of harms way.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! talk about the DC offerings for the week of June 1, 2021. Crime Syndicate focuses on Emerald Knight, the Earth-3 version of John Stewart. Is he friend or foe? The jury is still out, but both guys think he is the most intriguing character in the book so far. The latest Batman Fortnite Zeropoint issue is a blast and shows off both Batman's leadership skills and his ability to play straight man to a good dose of humor. Speaking of Batman, the journey towards the Magistrate continues in the Caped Crusaders regular title, but we get plenty of Harley and Ghost Maker also. Swamp Thing #4 feels familiar as it leans into the mythos of the character very well and we get a not surprising, but not necessarily welcome cameo on the last page. Crush and Lobo had the guys very divided with Rocky seeing it as a missed opportunity while Jace very much enjoyed reading about Lobo's daughter for the first time. Justice League was solid, but once again the back up of Justice League Dark outshone the main story. Batman Catwoman had an awesome Harley vs Selina fight, but the alternating timelines have the overall story moving rather slowly so we still aren't quite sure what the point of it all is yet. Suicide Squad finished up the Red X crossover and the guys rather enjoyed it. Red X seems more formidable than we first expected which leads the guys to some guesses about who he might be. Green Lantern #3 is the best issue yet. We get some solid, relatable and very authentic characterization of John Stewart, a very intriguing look at what is happening amongst the wreckage of the Corps on PA and a tease that Hal Jordan may just be the Lantern that can help save the day. Finally The Nice House on the Lake #1 is a perfect first issue. An ensemble cast we meet to varying degrees, an antagonist who is suitably mysterious and a big event at the end that pushes the narrative forward in a big way. This is the kind of book that can keep you up at night thinking about what you would do if you found yourself amidst these events. The art is also suitably beautiful and creepy. An absolute must read.Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! talk about the DC offerings for the week of June 1, 2021. Crime Syndicate focuses on Emerald Knight, the Earth-3 version of John Stewart. Is he friend or foe? The jury is still out, but both guys think he is the most intriguing character in the book so far. The latest Batman Fortnite Zeropoint issue is a blast and shows off both Batman's leadership skills and his ability to play straight man to a good dose of humor. Speaking of Batman, the journey towards the Magistrate continues in the Caped Crusaders regular title, but we get plenty of Harley and Ghost Maker also. Swamp Thing #4 feels familiar as it leans into the mythos of the character very well and we get a not surprising, but not necessarily welcome cameo on the last page. Crush and Lobo had the guys very divided with Rocky seeing it as a missed opportunity while Jace very much enjoyed reading about Lobo's daughter for the first time. Justice League was solid, but once again the back up of Justice League Dark outshone the main story. Batman Catwoman had an awesome Harley vs Selina fight, but the alternating timelines have the overall story moving rather slowly so we still aren't quite sure what the point of it all is yet. Suicide Squad finished up the Red X crossover and the guys rather enjoyed it. Red X seems more formidable than we first expected which leads the guys to some guesses about who he might be. Green Lantern #3 is the best issue yet. We get some solid, relatable and very authentic characterization of John Stewart, a very intriguing look at what is happening amongst the wreckage of the Corps on PA and a tease that Hal Jordan may just be the Lantern that can help save the day. Finally The Nice House on the Lake #1 is a perfect first issue. An ensemble cast we meet to varying degrees, an antagonist who is suitably mysterious and a big event at the end that pushes the narrative forward in a big way. This is the kind of book that can keep you up at night thinking about what you would do if you found yourself amidst these events. The art is also suitably beautiful and creepy. An absolute must read.
Jace chats with legendary comic creator Jim Starlin about his return to the drawing board and his most recent project that brings back his creation Vanth Dreadstar. They guys are joined by Jim's inker Jaime Jameson who talks about bringing some modern ideas to the project. Jim also mentions that working on this project has brought other ideas for future Dreadstar stories back and he has plans to do more crowd-funded projects with Dreadstar. Also Jim mentions felling even stronger now in terms of recovering from his injury than when he first started the project. It seems like comic fans will be lucky enough to see more future Jim Starlin artwork. Join us for the chat with Jim and Jaime and learn where you can get he Graphic Novel and Sourcebook if you missed out on the campaign.
Jace welcomes comic creators Sina Grace and V Ken Marion to the show. The guys chat about their favorite Flash artists of all -time and why they are choosing them. There are many legendary names on everyone's lists and some surprises as well. What is really interesting is those surprises may have drawn very little Flash, but we certainly hope we see more Flash work from them in the future based on what pieces we have seen. Also the recent DC Round Robin online poll gave readers a chance to vote for what upcoming series they would like to see. The project Sina and V Ken pitched, an action-packed Kyle Raynor and Kilowog story mad it to the final four before losing out to a Robin project. The creators take a bit about the process of being involved with the poll and their hopes that the story eventually sees the light of day. It's a really fun episode filled with the joy of comics so we hope you all enjoy it.
Jace chats with writer and creator Marc Bernardin about his incredibly successful Kickstarter for his upcoming short film Splinter. They discuss how Marc came up with the idea and his choice to crowdfund the project. Marc also discuss his choices in casting and how he arrived at the decision to go with a mostly female cast. There is plenty of Twilight Zone talkas the guys talk about marc drawing inspiration from that classic series when conceiving his stories and they even breakdown some favorite episodes. Plus lots of talk about the campaign itself, rewards and the Splinter community which has grown around this project.
Jace talks about a ton of books he read for this week and gives his spoiler free thoughts. Blue Flame from Vault comics makes it's long awaited debut and although some of the Sci-Fi idea have been seen before they are presented in a new, thoughtful and what we expect to be an emotional way. Great start to this series, very intriguing. Helm Greycastle continues the mash-up of high fantasy with ancient Aztec history, plus there are some RPG resources included so you can play your own Helm Greycastle campaign. Star Wars Doctor Aphra and Darth Vader both tie into the War of the Bounty Hunters event and provide some set-up and context for that story. Nuclear Family #4 gives us guessing in the best way about what might happen next. With only one issue to go, we still aren't sure where the creative team is taking us and we love that! The Clone Sage gets started in earnest in Miles Morales, Spider-Man #26 and it feels like it will be much more intensely focused and faster paced than the original. Black Widow has become the best title Marvel is putting out, from the gorgeous art to the best most authentically depicted Natasha we have ever read, stunningly good. Department of Truth #9 gives us some insight into just how the Department manipulates and controls people's beliefs and has Cole wonder if he should be involved with the DOT after all. The emotionality of Shadow Doctor continues and sets up what we expect will be a remarkable final issue. Shadecraft #3 has Zadie learning a lot of about how to use her powers and that some of the shadows she has encountered may not be what she thinks they are. These revelations could change everything she thought she knew. Shadowman #2 gives us a confidant hero who feels powerful in the hands of this creative team, curious to see how they will challenge him going forward, Alien #3 features the return of a fan favorite character from the Alien franchise and we can't wait to see what happens next. The final issue of the Maestro War & Pax mini has the Maestro facing off against Doom and that fight is everything we expected it to be. Made in Korea is a fascinating look at a future world where humans are no longer able to conceive children, but there are other mysteries afoot that we haven't gotten all the details for ... yet. The Girls of Dimension 13 #2 is a fun magic-filled story and with the team about to be forced into using magical abilities they haven't fully trained with, things could get messy in a hurry. All four of this weeks Heroes Reborn titles are solid and continue to show us familair characters in new was, as we have come to expect from this alternate reality tale. Jace also gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! talk about the DC offerings for the week of May 25, 2021. Detective Comics #1036 continues to focus on Bruce Wayne and Batman as they acclimate to their new neighborhood while trying to solve the mystery of the recent string of murders in Gotham. Strange Adventures #10 purports to contain big revelations, but we aren't so convinced what Tom King is telling us is true. Jace has his own theory about what's really going on. Batman Superman #18 feels like the story should be starting to wind down for Rocky, but Jace thinks based on the most recent information we get in this issue, we are still in for at least 3 more issues. Both guys feel like Action Comics #1031 is a step in the right direction in terms of narrative and the art is spectacular. Harley Quinn still has Rocky's attention, but Jace is ready to jump ship as the story continues to march towards the Gotham we saw in Future State. Mister Miracle #1 was a pleasant surprise for both Jace and Rocky, based on the Shilo Norman story we got in Future State are expectations were very low. The creative surprised us with solid art and very intriguing characterization, maybe the first true character development we have ever seen for Shilo Norman. The guys are in for at least one more issue for sure. The Other History of the DC Universe #4 is a wonderful character study of Renee Montoya, although Jace points out that it doesn't add as much new context as previous issues may have done for their characters. Batman Black & White certainly has a very Batman feel but Rocky finds this short stories for Batman just don't bring enough to the table and Jace wonders if it is time to retire this concept for a good long while. Teen Titans #3 is chaotic and Rocky loves it, but Jace is ready for more Titans in their own book and much, much less Suicide Squad. Robin #2 is a wild and fun ride for Rocky, but Jace laments some lazy storytelling and reversal in character development for Damian. The Stargirl Spring Break Special is nearly a perfect comic, both guys chose it as their favorite DC book of the week and it accomplishes this by being action-packed, brightly colored, full of hope with gorgeous art. All we can say is this creative team really understands the true heart of the DCU.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! do a deep dive into Radiant Black's first four issues. The incredible twist in issue #4 has completely changed our expectations for the series and thrown a huge curveball into the narrative. The guys go back and examine the series with this big change in mind to look for added context and wonder if there were clues that might have lead them to guessing what was about to happen. They also speculate on the future of this incredible series and wonder what twists and turns might be coming next. The first part of the show is spoiler-free, but fair-warning is given and then the spoilers abound. So please check this out and let us know your thoughts on Radiant Black and the big event that just happened.
Jace and Manny chat about the latest Star Wars Bounty Hunters Prelude. We start to see all the players being put into place as everyone converges on Nar Shadaa hoping to cash in on the bounty for Han Solo as well as Boba Fett. We feel like you get a lot more out of this issue if you have been reading Star Wars Bounty Hunters all along, but if you haven't this recap may help you to understand all the events and characters to help enrich your experience with the story.
Jace chats with superstar artist Liam Sharp about his wildly successful Kickstarter for the first of three planned artbooks. It's always a blast when these guys get together and this time is no exception. They kick off the episode with the news that just as they started recording the campaign hit it's first stretch goal which means an original 24 page comic from Liam with his character Lib Laroche. Liam also shares some details about plans for future stories with Lib. The guys also discuss Liam's love of the artbook as a medium and how it offers a chance at carrying on the legacy of the artist who influenced him. When the talk turns to Liam's current project Batman: Reptilian with Garth Ennis that leads to a discussion of the evolution of art that an artist can go through in their career and Liam shares how he hopes to show some of that change in the pages of Encore. Also the Easter eggs a few other secrets are mentioned as well as plenty of talk about the community of Kickstarter and a quick update on the Jack Katz campaign Liam ran as well. Plenty to enjoy in this episode so give it a listen and be sure and go check out the Kickstarter Campaign!
Jace and Jay give their spoiler-free thoughts on some of the books that are hitting comic stores the week of May 19, 2021. Amazing Spider-Man has a classic feel, especially with the Bagley art. How much is too much for Peter to handle? Seems like we might be on the way to finding out. Speaking of classic, Daredevil #30 has quite a few classic DD villains itself and plenty of threads coming together that may mean Matt can't handle it all if he stays behind bars. Stillwater #7 shows us the consequences of the bombing of City Hall and some members of the town may know a lot more than they have let on previously and decide to finally confide in an adult. Immortal Hulk Time of Monsters is as fascinating as it is beautiful, but what it all means for the current run of the book as it heads to its conclusion remains to be seen. Undone by Blood continues the dual narrative that we have seen throughout this title and plays it up spectacularly. Gorgeous art and colors make for a gorgeous book to look at as well. Home #2 is a very relevant and sometimes harsh look at our own political climate, but it is an important story in that it can spark conversation. Fantastic Four Life Story #1 has a lot going for it, but we wonder if too many fundamentals of relationships and team dynamics have been changed. Subsequent issues may answer that question. Way of X #2 gets even deeper into the mind of Legion and teams him up with Nightcrawler as the threat of a big time Marvel villain begins to materialize. Jay's Book of the Week Stray Dogs #4 ramps up the tension as more of the dogs seem to be coming around to Sophie's point of view. What this will mean for her dog family and especially her 'master' we will have to wait and see. The creative team behind Jace's Book of the Week has been teasing since issue #1, maybe even before, that issue #4 changes everything. Well we don't know what to think about what happens, but they weren't lying. We are certainly kept guessing and it feels like nothing in this book is off limits. What a wild ride! Jace also gives a rundown on the other titles you might want to be on the look out for.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! talk about the DC offerings for the week of May 18, 2021. Before they dive into the comics hitting shops this week, there is a ton of talk about the recent news that AT&T is spinning of Warner Media and will no longer be involved in the day-to-day operations of the company. A lot of what might happen is pure speculation at this point, but with over 80 years of experience following the industry and it's ups and downs, the guys make some educated guesses on what may come next. Meanwhile, Nightwing and Catwoman continue to be the two best books DC is putting out. Both books this week offer interesting narratives and absolutely stunning art. If you aren't reading these two titles, we don't know if you can accurately call yourself a DC fan. Wonder Girl #1 is also an inspired debut with a relatability & vulnerability to Yara Flor that we haven't see before, but really enjoyed. Batman Fortnite Zero Point #3 gives fans everything they could ask for in a Batman vs Snake Eyes fight as their combat takes up nearly the entire issue. This series continues to be a lot of fun. Speaking of fun, Flash #770 is a ton of fun with it's wild time travel/speed force story. Plus Wally West/Jay Garrick gets to punch Hitler! Also we have to mention that the Jack Herbert art is stunning. Superman Red & Blue #3 is very much worth your time as some lesser known creators show they have what it takes when it comes to showcasing the emotion of the Man of Steel. Over in the pages of Justice League, we also get great art and the guys are intrigued by the story playing out for the League. Mostly they really want the back-up story starring Justice League Dark to have it's own title as the narrative is very much worthy of it's own book.
Jace chats with Matt Kindt about Whalesville, Rocks and Minerals & Eniac. They discuss the stories and themes Matt has created as well as the collaborative process he has with his artists on the books. Jace asks Matt about his love of history and tendency to explore conspiracies in his stories. They also talk about Matt's decision to work with Bad Idea and how he appreciates the creative freedom he finds when telling stories at the publisher.
Jace and Manny talk about Star Wars #13 - War of the Bounty Hunters Prelude. This is the second part of the epic story that fills in some gaps in the Star Wars universe. Not only is writer Charles Soule exploring what happened to Boba Fett after he left Cloud City to deliver Han Solo to Jabba the Hutt and collect his bounty, we get our first hints in this issue of the Jedi lessons Luke Skywalker learned after the end of the Empire Strikes back and before he showed up at Jabba's Palace himself claiming to be a full Jedi Knight. The clues in this story along with the return of a fan favorite Wookie are very much welcome and help to enrich the story and the Star Wars universe. The art & colors are perfectly suited to the style and tone of the narrative which matches the feel of the original movies so well. The whole creative team is firing on all cylinders here.
Star Wars War of the Bounty Hunters Prelude Alpha
Writer - Charles Soule. Artist - Ramon Rosanas, Color Artist - Rachelle Rosenberg, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Jace welcomes veteran comic creator John McCrea back to the show. The boys chat about John's current Kickstarter for The Dead Eyes artbook. This is a must-have for process junkies as you not only get John's amazing artwork, but you get the scripts from Gerry Duggan that John is working from. Ton's of notes from John about why and what decision he made, what works and what doesn't. So much great information in this book! Plus John talks about his upcoming issue of Swamp Thing coming in June from DC guest-starring Constantine. It's always a really fun time when John comes on the show so join us and be sure to go check out the campaign and share it on social media!
Jace and Jay talk about some of the books hitting comic shops the week of May 12, 2021. Black Cat continues the story of a deal Felicia Hardy wishes she hadn't made. Maniac of New York is barreling toward the end of the story but whether or not our two protagonist can win the day may depend on the hint of an origin to Harry the Maniac we see in this issue. Heroes Reborn #2, Hyperion and the Imperial Guard #1 and Peter Parker Shutterbug #1 all start to flesh out the world Jason Aaron has built without the Avengers, we see some familiar faces, but without the Earth's Mightiest Heroes, things just aren't the same. Silver Coin #2 raises an interesting question about just what the coin does to the people who come to possess it, or is it the other way around? X-Corp #1 gives is a look at the cut-throat world of the boardroom in the Marvel universe as the mutants attempt to establish themselves as a corporate force promoting their pharmaceuticals. Spider-Woman #12 gives us plenty of action, but it is the surprising development in Jessica's personal life that may be the most significant part of this issue. Speaking of personal lives, Dan Slott is building plenty of inter-personal drama amongst the Fantastic Four family and we have to wonder if the team will survive the fall-out when secrets are inevitably revealed. Project Patron adds a new wrinkle to the story we thought we were getting about the dynamics of the world's most secret agency whose members are responsible for keeping the Patron active. Ice Cream Man #24 gives us a telethon wherein viewers are asked to pledge to save a man's life, so why is no one pledging? You'll have to read it to find out. Geiger #2 has a bit of a time jump from the end of #1, but it further fleshes out the world the creators are building as well as introducing some new characters we think will be pretty important moving forward. Time Before Time isn't your typical time travel story as it is firmly established that time and events cannot be altered, so why bother to time travel at all? Well turns out it is a great way to escape from people looking for you, but that is just the start of the story. Children of the Atom #3 has some big events now that we have gotten to know the team, but will our young heroes be able to survive what's coming with little experience in such monumental events? Giant Size Spider-Man King's Ransom finishes off some long-running storylines that started all the way back in Amazing Spider-Man #1, but the consequences of the events of this issue haven't even begun yet. Jay gives Scout's Honor #5 his pick of Book of the Week as it comes to a satisfying conclusion, packed full of action & emotion just as this series has been from the start. Jace goes with Silver City #1 as his Book of the Week, not only for an intriguing narrative with many, many layers, but for the absolutely stunning art both in linework and color. Also Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Black Cat #6
Writer – Jed McKay, Artist – Michael Dowling, Color Artist – Brian Reber, Letterer – Farran Delgado
Children of the Atom #3
Writer – Vita Ayala, Artist – Paco Medina, Color Artist – David Curiel, Letterer – Travis Lanham
Fantastic Four #32
Writer – Dan Slott, Artists – R.B Silva & Javier Rodriguez, Color Artist – Jesus Aburtov, Letterer – Joe Caramagna
Spider-Woman #12
Writer – Karla Pacheco, Pere Perez, Color Artist – Frank D’Armata, Letterer – Travis Lanham
Geiger #2
Writer – Geoff Johns, Artist – Gary Frank, Color Artist – Brad Anderson, Letterer – Rob Leigh
Giant-Sized Amazing Spider-Man King's Ransom #1
Writer - Nick Spencer, Artists - Roge Antonio with Carlos Gomez & Ze Carlos, Color Artist - Alex Sinclair, Letterer - Joe Caramagna
Heroes Reborn #2
Writer - Jason Aaron, Artists - Dale Keown, Carlos Magno, Scott Hanna, Ed McGuiness & Mark Morales, Color Artists - Edgar Delgado & Mathew Wilson, Letterer - Cory Petit
Hyperion and the Imperial Guard #1
Writer - Ryan Cady, Artists - Michelle Bandini, Elisabetta D'amico & Stephen Byrne, Color Artists - Erick Arciniega & Stephen Byrne, Letterer - Cory Petit
Peter Parker The Amazing Shutterbug #1
Writer - Marc Bernardin, Artists - Rafael De Latorre, Ron Lim & Scott Hanna, Color Artist - Jim Campbell, Letterer - Ariana Maher
Ice Cream Man #24
Writer - W. Maxwell Prince, Artist - Martin Marazzo, Color Artist - Chris O'Halloran, Letterer - Good Old Neon
Maniac of New York #4
Writer - Elliott Kalan, Artist - Andrea Mutti, Letterer - Taylor Esposito
Project: Patron #2
Writer - Steve Orlando, Artist - Patrick Piazzalunga, Color Artist - Carlos Lopez, Letterer - Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou
Scout's Honor #5
Writer - David Pepose, Artist - Luca Casalanguida, Color Artist - Matt Milla, Letterer - Carlos M. Mangual
Silver City #1
Writer - Olivia Cuartero-Briggs, Artist & Color Artist - Luca Merli, Letterer - Dave Sharpe
Star Wars #13
Writer - Charles Soule, Artist - Ramon Rosanas, Color Artist - Rachelle Rosenberg, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Time Before Time #1
Writers - Declan Shalvey & Rory McConville, Artist - Joe Palmer, Color Artist - Chris O'Halloran, Letterer - Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou
X-Corp #1
Writer - Tini Howard, Artist - Alberto Foche, Color Artist - Sunny Gho, Letterer - Clayton Cowles
Silver Coin #2
Writer - Kelly Thompson, Lines, Colors & Letters - Michael Walsh
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom talk in depth about the DC books for the week of May 11, 2021. We have a giant-sized celebration of Asian creators and characters that clocks in at 100 pages. A new limited series that supposedly tells the last story of the Justice League kicks off with incredible art. The third issue of Batman Urban Legends continues to give us an amazing Red Hood story and the Grifter story is just as good if not better. Rorschach #8 deepens the mystery and we can't wait to see how the creative team brings it all together. Superman #31 has a VERY appropriate line from Jon Kent we hope DC takes to heart even if the rest of the story is only ok. Future State Gotham leaves a lot to be desired and as of the first issue we recommend you skip it. The second issue of Batman the Detective sets up some big events for the series that could tie into Bruce's past. Wonder Woman #772 gives us more of the crossover between the Norse and Greek mythologies and we feel it is working very well. Finally the Joker title continues to star Jim Gordon and we couldn't be happier with how it has played out so far, superb.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! discuss Tankers #1 and the wild and crazy story Robert Venditti is unfolding. Also a lot of discussion on just how insane the idea is on its merits and how no real scientist would buy into it. All that is incidental to just how much fun the issue is and how great the art suits the story. The guys also talk in detail abut Eniac #3. Lots of speculation on the motivations of the sentient computer and what it's end game may be. The guys also wonder if Olivia Fletcher may be the key to destroying Eniac through some secret maneuver her mother may have planned out years ago. The B-Side feature in the story is a reprint of the highly sought after Hero Trade and the guys talk about the insanity of the price of the individual book on the secondary market and how it can possibly be worth the price people are asking. Tons of great info in this episode so we hope you join us.
Jace and Manny talk about Star Wars War of the Bounty Hunters Prelude Alpha. This is the first part of the epic story that fills in some gaps in the Star Wars universe. Have you ever wondered what happened to Boba Fett after he left Cloud City on Bespin on his way to drop off Han Solo to Jabba the Hutt? Well the superstar creative team of Charles Soule, Steve McNiven & Laura Martin give us the first art of the answer in this issue. Action packed with incredible artwork, it's a perfect issue. Whether you have ever read a Star Wars comic or seen any of the movies, this issue is easily accessible and gives you everything you need to know to enjoy the ride. The guys also love how it adds to what we know about Boba Fett and his personality while feeling completely referential and accurate in terms of tone and Star Wars canon. A must-read for anyone who has seen or enjoyed the original Star Wars trilogy.
Jace is joined by John Jackson Miller of the Comichron website to discuss how comic sales are tracked. They also speculate on the future of sales tracking with all the current upheaval in the industry in terms of comic distribution. With literally decades of knowledge and a unique understanding of the sales in the industry over time John is perfectly suited to give some insight into why it is important to look at these circulation numbers. He also explains why, despite the further corporatization of the industry in recent years, publishers may very much be willing to share their sales numbers and even use them as a means of self promotion. This is a deep dive into the nuts and bolts of the comic industry and it's retailers so we hope you enjoy it.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books hitting stands this week. Spoiler-free thoughts on this titles so you know what you might want to pick up when you hit your local comic shop. Star Wars War of the Bounty Hunters has all the classic feel of the first three movies. Boba Fett really shines and it is clear that this creative team loves Star Wars as much as us. Batman #108 gives us our first in-depth look at Miracle Molly, but it is a look Jay doesn't really like as her costume just isn't doing it for him. Deep Beyond gets Jace's pick for Book of the Week as the story ratchets up with the introduction of a ton of new story elements that just dialed the narrative all the way up to eleven. Heroes Reborn while showing some potential feels a bit derivative and weirs, considering the way Marvel marketed this event, do they even care about it? Nocterra #3 is Jay's Book of the Week with incredible color work by Tomeu Morey and so much emotion. Jay and Jace both comment on how much we have become invested in these characters already based on the emotional narrative the creators are giving us. The artwork is also second to none as both guys specifically call out the amazing color work by Tomeu Morey. The Good Asian #1 also is an emotional issue as we meet the protagonist for the first time who has a foot in two different worlds but seems to be accepted by neither. Baby Teeth by Dony cates returns without missing a bit as we get a big reveal at the end that feels like it may be leading to the climax of the series. Speaking of returns, a few issues ago Jace mentioned that after a couple slow months Immortal Hulk felt like it had returned to its glory days and was ramping up to something big! Well after reading the latest issue we have an idea of just what the big event might be. Can't wait for the next issue. Also in this episode Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for at your comic shop this week.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! take a look at the DC books for the week of May 4, 2021. Starting off with Suicide Squad #3 which Robbie Thompson brings the perfect amount of humor to, but we wonder if this issue wouldn't have been better served by coming out beforeTeen Titans Academy #2. Swamp Thing #3 continues to be a high quality title as Poison Ivy makes an appearance the art takes an even more lustrous turn with gorgeous colors. Crime Syndicate #3 gives is our first look at Alexander Luthor, but the guys wonder if the version still has some evolving to do. Green Lantern #2 has some of the most consequential events we have seen in a Lantern book in a long time, the only question is how long will these changes stick? Batman #108 gives our first in-depth look at Miracle Molly and she may be the most interesting of all the new characters we have seen debuting in this title over the last year. Finally the second issue of Batman Fortnite is tons of fun and fans of the video game will get even more out of it than those who haven't played it.
Jace chats with up and coming writer Kathryn Gailey about her current campaign for The Architect and The Conduit. It's a dual narrative telling the story of two distinct settings one rooted in magic and nature and the other a sci-fi marvel. Kathryn has teamed up with veteran DC artist Brian Ching to bring this world to life.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books they have read from the week of April 28, 2021. They both choose Shadecraft #2 as their Book of the Week as the second issue gives us a big chunk of story and really highlights the relationship between Zadie and her brother Ricky. This creative team pulled us in with a compelling and mysterious premise in the first issue and now they are giving us substantial characterization and momentum for the narrative to keep is hooked. Summoner War Legacy is a mix of animation style art with RPG themes and really works as a fun read with a world to be explored. Meanwhile Two Moons #3 gives us more spectacular art with some interesting characters in a period piece that makes so much sense. Shadowman #1 starts a new adventure for Jack Boniface and it feels like a fresh start, whether it will ultimately work remains to be seen. Shadow Doctor #3 has us exploring the past of Nathaniel while he deals with a crisis in the present wherein his decisions have everything to do with what he is learning in those past glimpses we see. Nuclear Family #3 gives us our first close look at the McClean children who are not waiting around to be rescued but instead are trying to find the answers to where they are and the time travel mystery they have been thrown into. Over in Department of Truth #8, after having spent the last few issues exploring the origins of the department, we are back on to the main narrative and building momentum for something big. Also Jace gives a rundown on what other titles you might want to be on the lookout for today.
Jace and Rocky from the Comic Boom YouTube channel talk in depth about the DC Comics releases for the week of April 27, 2021. Action Comics #1030 feels more like a Superman comic that the book has in awhile and we hope it continues to have this feel despite the fact that the Jon Kent storyline continues to be problematic. Harley Quinn #2 is a bit frustrating for jace because of the dual narrative of Hugo Strange's elevation as well as the continuing progression toward the Magistrate, Rocky felt that the strength of Harley's characterization helped to overcome these problems. Meanwhile Batman Back & White had some of the best art for the series so far, even though all the stories aren't exactly page turners. Detective Comics leans to much on tropes of Batman stories from the past, but the art is top notch. Robin #1 was a pleasant surprise and Jace in particular hopes DC has the guts to lean into the ending of the issue and really shake up the status quo. Teen Titans academy #2 is also a step in the right direction though the heavy-handedness of the Red X storyline as well as the tease for the guest appearances for next issue were a bit disappointing. Finally Batman Superman #17 continues to be one of, if not THE best comic DC is putting out, from the spectacular artwork to the interesting narrative this comic is just FUN!
Jace welcomes writer Christopher Cantwell back to the show to talk about his upcoming Vault series The Blue Flame.This new series will explore some big ideas with dual storylines set in the down to earth city of Milwaukee and the far reaches of space. Starting from the premise that any hero and certainly a 'super'hero is inherently setting themselves up for failure through the simple fact that they can't be everything and everywhere for everyone. That idea is can then be distilled down and applied to all of us as we live our lives and try to make positive contributions to the world. The guys also chat a bit about Christopher's current Iron Man run, a tease for the return of She Could Fly and more. Join us for this fun and engaging conversation.
Jace and Rocky of 'Comic Boom' discuss the latest DC news. Tom Taylor is the new writer on Superman: Son of Kal-el with artists John Timms. Grant Morrison is the writer for Superman and the Authority with artist Mikal Janin. Tom Sheridan returns as the writer for a 4 issue Shazam series. Tom King writes Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow. And we can't forget to mention Dan Jurgens returning to the character he created, Booster Gold in an 8 issue series with Blue Beetle titles appropriately, Blue and Bold! We also discuss the Final Four titles that have survived the DC Round Robin; namely, Green Lanterns: Underworld on Fire, Robins, Blue Beetle: Graduation Day and Suicide Squad Seven.
Jace welcomes creator Mathew Groom back to the show. The guys chat about Mat's current Kickstarter campaign that has already funded for Inferno Girl Red. From the inspirations, to the creative team and all the world building in between, Mat let's us get a peek behind the scenes on the development of the project and why many of the creative decisions went one particular direction or another. He talks in depth about the motivations and characterizations not just of Inferno Girl Red aka Cassia Costa, but also about the supporting cast, including Cassia's mother. They also touch on some of the rewards that are being offered, including a life-size wearable Inferno Girl Red helmet! Mat let's us know about the stretch goals and takes about his hopes for the character long term. There is a lot to unpack here and there is already a great Inferno Girl Red community that has sprung up around this Kickstarter, so be sure and give the episode a listen, go check out the campaign and pledge so you can join the fun.
Jace chats with writer Arvind David about his most recent project Gray. A re-imagining for modern times of the classic Oscar Wilde story of The Picture of Dorian Gray. This conversation goes in depth and behind the scenes on the impetus behind Arvind bringing this story to life for a new generation. There is also much discussion about representation and the choice t make this Dorian Gray a woman. Arvind speaks desire to bring as many female voices onto the project as possible. Plus Jace and Arvind discuss the artwork and look of the world for the graphic novels. One of the most exciting aspects of this story is the third part of the story which will be an audio drama that ties into the two graphic novels. A superb voice cast will bring that part of the campaign to life and answer some lingering questions purposely left by the narrative of the books. This is a very in depth conversation with a versatile, thoughtful creator that is perfect for a nice relaxing listen with a glass of your favorite wine or cocktail. So be sure to take your time, soak it in and go check out the campaign for Gray.
Jace and Jay take a spoiler-free look at some of the titles hitting stands the week of April 20, 2021. Aliens #2 gives us plenty of action and all the gory goodness you would expect from a good Aliens story. HaHa #4 is sufficiently strange and weird with a double narrative. Post Americana #5 get a little into the clichés of post-apocalyptic tales, but we still expect good things to come. Knock 'Em Dead #4 takes a big leap forward in the narrative but still lands with weight and we loved it. Way of X #1 brings some very heavy philosophical questions about life, death, resurrection, religion and the very fabric of mutant society, plus the return of a classic X-character. Spider-Woman #11 sees Jessica return to her classic costume and we absolutely love it, it is also a bit of a return to the status quo for Jess and a perfect jumping on point for new readers. Captain Marvel #28 continues the incredible run of Kelly Thompson on the character as Carol continues to search for a solution to the horrific possible future timeline she has recently returned from. Stray Dogs #3 ends in such a way that it really hit home with Jay and he cant' wait for issue #4 and gives issue his Book of the Week. Meanwhile for Jace, Radiant Black #3 is the best issue of the series so far as we see the most human side yet of Nathan and all creative types everywhere can probably relate to his struggles. Jace also gives a rundown on some of the other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky talk about the DC books for the week of April 20, 2021. Justice League and Flash give us the second issues of those story arcs and still feel like they are setting things up for their respective storylines. Nightwing #79 is also a second issue and although not as weighty as the first, still has more emotion and weight than the two previously mentioned titles. Catwoman had the guys split, Jace also felt like this was a setup issue although very well done. Rocky really liked it, appreciating it's technical aspects as well as it's compelling narrative and characterizations. Both of the guys felt that Superman Red & Blue was just ok while wondering if the limited palate is actually hurting some of the stories. Finally Batman Fortnite Zeropoint was an interesting start that the guys enjoyed despite their limited knowledge of the ubiquitous video game. We sure hope it pulls in some Fortnite players and converts them into comic readers.
Jace and Rocky battle through another Bad Idea takeover to chat about Eniac #2. The story is still superb, but the guys wonder what twists may be on the way. The action is non-stop just like the first issue, but the second issue didn't feel quite as weighty as the first issue. Not to say there isn't a lot here, because it is still top notch storytelling. Is it the emotional beats that Eniac seems to have? Is it that we haven't had a chance to catch our breath as the two super spies, Olivia Fletcher and Allison Falk are seemingly three steps behind Eniac despite their best efforts? Hard to say, but we do love where the story is going and try to predict where things might be heading. Plus we get a B-Side that is truly engaging, compelling and mysterious. Can't wait to see more of it!
Jace chats with comic creator Benjamin Morse about his current Kickstarter campaign for We Are Scarlet Twilight. This golden age comic inspired title is about Captain Lancet who is inspired by many classic comic superheroes as well as characters like Buck Rogers & Flash Gordon. Jace and Ben talk about the creative process that Ben uses in his work goign from script to visuals and especially the challenge of matching color with the right story beats. Plus lots of talk about story design, Kickstarter logistics and even aprons! This a a really fun conversation about a highly-anticipated project that is already fully funded.
Jace and Jay take about a ton of books hitting comic shops this week. Black Cat from Marvel continues to bring Felicia Hardy back to her roots, likewise Iron Man is doing the same not only for Tony Stark, but also for Patsy Walker. Fantastic Four is a King in Black Tie-In, but it doesn't seem like the creative team likes that fact, though they do seem to plant some seeds for some future family drama. Wolverine is an action paced issue continuing the vampire story running throughout the x-titles, plus ... have you ever wondered what would happen if a mosquito bit Wolverine? Daredevil is another stellar issue as this creative team feels like they are building to something really big. Maestro War & Pax #4 is a bit predictable, but the action, although expected, still pays off. Meanwhile both Iron Fist & Children of the Atom show the heroism of their respective characters in different ways, but some upcoming revelations in both titles threaten to throw everything into chaos. Scumbag feels like it has lost its way in recent issues on this week's issue is no exception, but the ending gives a glimmer of hope that the humorous debauchery may be about to return. The next to last issue of American Vampire ever, reminds us of the flexibility of the world Snyder and Albuquerque have built. Finally we have three excellent titles from AfterShock, Maniac of New York #3 has an incredibly impactful moment at the end but also has us wondering if our two female protagonists have what it takes to stop Harry. Undone By Blood #2 hasn't quite pulled us in yet because we just don't know Silvie well enough. Scout's Honor #4 set up the final issue for what we expect will be more tightly paced all out action, just as this title has delivered with every issue so far. All this plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace chats with Olivia Cuartero-Briggs about her upcoming title from AfterShock, Silver City. When a young woman dies and finds herself in the afterlife it seems remarkably like, life ... kidnappings, bars, dogs ... it's all there! So what is this world Olivia has created and how did she come up with the idea? We also chat about the idea of us all wanting our lives to have meaning and taking it one step further to the idea that each of us individually wants to believe our lives have a "grand purpose". Additionally, Olivia gives us some insight into her collaboration with artist Luca Merli and how well that has gone. Also tons of talk about character and how Silver City is a character in and of itself. This is a fascinating concept and one that Olivia has been working on for a long time. So listen in for all the details and remember, Final Order Cut-Off is 4-19 so be sure to let your retailer know to order you a copy!
Jace and Rocky are back with another week of DC titles. After a few weeks where the guys were not impressed, DC comes roaring back. Joker #2 is a particular highlight as the relationship between Jim Gordon and Batman is explored. Going even further than that is the revelation of what Jim knows about Barbara and how their relationship is explored, great stuff. Sticking with Batman titles the second issue if the Batman Urban Legends anthology picks up right were #1 left off and we enjoyed it just as much. The Red Hood & Grifter stories are just tone perfect with solid art. Tom Taylor's first Batman: The Detective issue was just as great as we expected though the guys disagreed a bit on the Andy Kubert artwork. Superman was the one disappointing book this week, it's not working for either Jace or Rocky at this point. Wonder Woman continues to delight as other ideas and myths beyond Greek mythology are woven into the story. Finally, Rorschach #7 caused a bit of a stir between the guys as they didn't see eye to eye on the big appearance in the book. Be sure to listen in to see whose side you are on!
Jace chats with writer Robert Venditti. They go into detail about the wild over-the-top first issue of Bad Idea's Tankers. A non-stop action-filled time travel story with dinosaurs? Yep you bet! Rob talks about how different the story is from anything he has done before. He also discuss working with Juan Jose Ryp and Andrew Dalhouse. They guys also talk about Rob returning home, so to speak, by reuniting with many of the people he worked with at Valiant when that publisher relaunched in 2012. There's some talk about the B-Side story in Tankers #1 also, plus Rob's got a lot of other ideas in development at Bad Ideas as well. Finally, Jace asks about Rob's current DC project, Superman '78, coming in July. We know it is a passion project for Rob and he talks a bit about he didn't dare to dream about telling Superman stories in this setting. All this and more so join us as Bad Idea takes us over again!
Jace chats with creator Jon Dexter about his current Kickstarter campaign for Alpha Dogs. It's dogs with superpowers while at the same time exploring the relationship between a bog and his owner. Lots to explore her, Jon describes it as The Incredible Journey meets Lost. So if you love dogs or just an action-packed story with an intriguing narrative, be sure to go and check out the campaign and see what Alpha Dogs is all about.
Jace chats with creators Pornsak Pichetshote & Alexandre Tefenkgi about their upcoming Image title The Good Asian. Exploring themes of belonging, heritage and loyalty against the backdrop of the tumultuous 1930's in San Francisco's Chinatown. This is a hard-boiled detective story inspired by the pulp stories of the era and these two creators have drawn from their own personal experiencing to craft a compelling story in a richly detailed world. This will be a book a lot of people will be talking about when it hits comic shops so pre-order now, Final Order Cut-Off is April 14, 2021
Jace takes a look at our first X-Men book of the new era Not written by Jonathan Hickman. Marauders is giving us the story of Kitty Pryde and how here team will be the go to for any rescue missions that need tp be undertaken to ensure that any mutant who is being prevented from traveling to Krakoa has the right to. Plus we have the mystery of why Kitty herself cannot use the gates that Krakoa has planted around the world. Its a high stakes and important mission, but the creative team injects good humor and light-heartedness through out for a pitch-perfect mix.
Jace talks about a few of the books you might want to check out for the week of April 7. 2021. Tons of highly anticipated books hitting comic shops this week, starting with Tankers #1 & Eniac #2 form Bad Idea. Also Geiger finally makes it's debut at Image with some incredible art an in interesting start to the narrative taking place over several separate timelines. The second issue of Nocterra expertly builds upon the first with more emotion and some incredible action with the best work we've seen from Tony Daniel. Steve Orlando has two titles out today and both are very much worth your time, Commanders in Crisis continues with wild concepts, great Davide Tinto art and reminds us how fun comics can be, while Project Patron launches us into an emotionally complex situation with a cast of characters who, although they are a team, feel very much like individuals who may or may not be able to rely on each other and the relationships dynamics of the team when disaster strikes. Speaking of disasters, Deep Beyond is channeling the feel of a classic disaster film like The Poseidon Adventure as our cast of characters continue to search for the missing scientist while the threat of death from any number of underwater threats is constant. Finally Miles to Go continues to impress, this is the most action-packed and tightly paced issue yet, with only one issue left, how is this all going to wrap up? We have no idea, but we can't wait to find out. All this plus Jace gives a rundown on other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky are back to talk about the DC titles from April 6, 2021. Be warned they talk in-depth and there are spoilers. They kick it off with Crime Syndicate #2 and it has some good things going for it, but it may work better for some than others. The same can be said for Batman #107 but that has a lot to do with what we saw in Future State. Suicide Squad continues to be very good and on the strength of #2 both guys are in on issue #3 for sure. The most divisive title of the episode is Green Lantern #1 which one of the guys enjoyed and the other most certainly did not, it will be interesting to get fan reaction on this one. Meanwhile Swamp Thing continues to be a technically stellar comic that will likely satisfy long-time fans of the character with the narrative in Issue #2. Finally we finish up with Joker/Harley Criminal Sanity #8 as this incredible series heads towards its conclusion the guys speculate on whether this may go down as a definitive run of Harley.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom chat with returning guest Stephanie Phillips. The Red Atlantis story just wrapped up at AfterShock and Stephanie talks about getting involved with the project, collaborating with a real-life Russian intelligence asset to tell the story and how should love to tell more of the story. The guys and Stephanie also chat about her current series from AfterShock Nuclear Family and how amazingly well the Tony Shasteen art suits the story as well as some talk about the narrative itself. Plenty of talk about Stephanie's DC work and her upcoming return to the pirate world of Anne Bonny & Marry Read. All this and more so join us for a really fun conversation with a rising star in the comic industry.
Jace chatted with Joe Henderson a little while ago about his new series Shadecraft, but now we have an even more in-depth conversation delving into some of the story specifics. We get into family dynamics, as well as the relationship between Zadie and her brother, plus a whole lot more. So be sure you read Shadecraft #1 and then join us for this detailed conversation.
Jace is joined by veteran comic creator Karl Kesel to chat about his current Kickstarter campaign for the second issue of Impossible Jones. Great art by David Hahn and an intriguing main character make this a wonderful series to jump on board. Karl also talks about his love for the crowdfunding platform and how much he enjoys interacting with the fan community he has built around his creator owned work.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom chat about the new DC Comics Round Robin initiative where fans get to vote on the series they want to see. Also the guys give their picks for each of the brackets and discuss why they are making the picks they make. There are so many great potential series with characters both very well known and obscure, that the mix of possible titles is very intriguing, The guys also discuss why DC may be doing this polls and how it might be a way to gauge interest and guarantee sales.
Jace chats with Kickstarter veteran & writer Frank Martin about his latest campaign, The Last Homicide. Frank mixes a lot of ideas from the classic detective story as well as drawing on the golden age of Hollywood and the pulp detective stories that are now considered classics to craft his version of the hard-boiled murder mystery. Set in a moody and corrupt city with menacing mob bosses & cops on the take, this story has all the makings of an instant classic. Be sure to check out the campaign when it launches on April 6th.
Jace dives into some of he books he read for the week of March 31, 2021. Shadecraft brings back the Eisner-nominated Skyward creative team to tell a new story abut a strong, young female protagonist, but this time the story has a bit of a darker feel. Stephanie Phillips continues to show her mastery of the comic book medium as the second issue of her Nuclear Family series hits stands. It perfectly captures the menace and foreboding of the Cold War, while giving us an empathetic point of view character and great Tony Shasteen art work. Department of truth #7 and Crossover #5 both continue those excellent series but aren't the best issues we've had of the respective series so far. We are hoping that the slight dip in pace will only serve to allow the climaxes of the current arcs to hit that much harder. Jace also gives a rundown on some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
It's a brand new era of the X-Men! House of X and Powers of X have led to this, but now that the Mutant Island nation of Krakoa exists, what is the day to say life of the X-Men like? The foundation of a mutant society has been forged and the time has come to be sure that every mutant out there has a chance to participate. Also, what about Orchis? Has that shadowy anti-mutant, human-first organization been permanently crippled by the destruction of the Mother Mold or do they still pose a threat to mutants everywhere? All this, plus we get a glimpse of the Summer House, a Krakoan habitat placed on the moon as a refuge for Scott, Alex & Gabriel Summers and their various significant others & family. Join Jace & Jon-Paul as they examine this over-sized first issue.
Jace and Rocky tackle another week of DC comics! Most of the books the guys talk about aren't necessarily in the 'main' Dc continuity, but all the rest sort of stand on their own. Is this the reason the books seem to be sort of average this week? Maybe, maybe not, but The Other History of the DC Universe stands on its own as another spectacular issue of the John Ridley series that the guys have been really enjoying. Also we get sort of an epilogue of Future State as the third issue of Superman vs Imperious Lex hits comic shops. The Flash brings up a lot of question and the Jace and Rocky aren't necessarily in agreement on the quality of the issue, while Strange Adventures & Batman/Catwoman both written by Tom King may need to wrap up before we know the true quality of the stories. All this & a lot more so join us for the fun!
Jace takes a close look at Shadow Doctor #1. Set in the years just after the Great Depression this incredible AfterShock book recounts the true life story of an African-American man trying to find work as a doctor after completing medical school. At a time when not only racism but crime was running rampant in the Chicagoland area you can imagine how his efforts where met with scorn and futility. This issue is perfectly paced & the character acting in the art as well as the emotion is well-suited for a story that becomes more compelling as it unfolds.
Jace checks out Supergirl #29 as we finally get some answers to the role Rogol Zaar had in the destruction of Krypton. The Circle's beginnings are explored as we see their early motivations begin to be corrupted by the power they begin to be wield. We also see how Kara herself comes to overcome her own desire for revenge by learning the shortcomings of the Circle and understanding how their noble intentions went wrong.
Jace dives into Supergirl #28 as the Clone Wars storyline comes to a close. Kara is finally face to face with the clones of her that Harry Hokum has created, but they aren't quite what either Kara or Hokum himself expects them to be. It's a delicate balance for Kara as her anger at seeing the horrors that Hokum has created, and the underlying rage for Rogol Zaar's actions that sent her to space in the first place, are at odds with the compassion she feels both for the refugees of the Vegan war and these mindless clones. Andreyko does a great job of showcasing this inherent dichotomy that exists within Kara and the art is top notch as well. There's plenty more in the issue from Gandelo's plans to the reunion of Kara, Krypto and Z'dar also, so be sure to listen in.
Jace dives into all four issues of the Freeze mini series from Top Cow. This is a HUGE idea that has so many ideas for story potential that it is almost hard to know where to start. Humanity, seemingly without reason, just becomes frozen in place one day. Technology continues to function, time continues to pass, but all of society is frozen in place? Forgetting about how this could possible happen, why people can be unfrozen by the touch of one particular person or how people don't age, which are all legitimate questions to be sure, the moral and societal ramification of this are huge. How do you decide who to walk up and why? How do you deal with things like crime and marriage and resources as you rebuild. What happens when bad things start to happen and who makes the big decisions? Who has the right to decide and pass judgement? Such an intriguing world and a story we want so much more of!
Jace talks about the fist issue of the Thanos Quest mini series as we see Thanos begin his mission to untie all the Infinity Gems. He takes on the In-Betweener as well as several of the Elders of the Universe who are unaware of the power of the gems they possess. We see that Thanos is the ultimate schemer as he undertakes his journey he has prepared unique way to defeat each foe and even has plans that he is hiding from Death herself. This is a crucial part of the story of Thanos and the Infinity Gauntlet that Jim Starlin has crafted in returning the Mad Titan to the pages of Marvel Comics.
Jace chats with comic artist Mike Hawthorne about his current Sketchbook campaign. They also talk about the diverse styles of art Mike was introduced to at a young age which helped to inform both his love of art and his own diversity of style. Plenty of talk about process, learning from exposing yourself to other's processes, the comic's community & more. So be sure to give it a listen & go check out the campaign.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books they got a chance to read form the week of March 24, 2021. We get the debut of the Alien franchise over at Marvel that is off to an intriguing start. HaHa gives us a 'silent' issue that shows is the capabilities of sequential art to tell a story. Post Americana continues its satirical commentary on have's & have notes with all the action we have come to expect. Taskmaster comes to a close with a reminder that even though we might have guessed the twist, the villain remains a villain. All this plus Miles Morales is about to come face to face with his clone again, the Maestro version of the Hulk faces off against some old friend and Shadow Doctor from AfterShock remains a very compelling read. Finally Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! do a deep dive into the DC titles for the Week of March 23, 2021. The talk about Teen Titans Academy and how it might be trying to capture some of that classic X-Men magic. Harley Quinn was even better than expected and it seems she is in great hands even though she is back on Gotham. Detective Comics begins a new era and both guys agree that it is more of a Bruce Wayne book than a Batman book and that's a good thing. Finally the best book of the week for both Jace and Rocky is Batman/Superman. It's just so much fun with a cool narrative and refreshing story telling device that pulls the reader right in. Spectacular issue.
Jace and Jon-Paul finish of the first chapter of the epic story Jonathan Hickman has created for the X corner of the Marvel Universe. They take a deep dive into Powers of X #6 as the secret of Moira's sixth life is revealed. What might it mean in the long run for the world she is building along with Professor X & Magneto? Weil, it may take thousands of years to find out. Also what sacrifices is Moira making and what are the prices she might have to pay? Who is really calling the shots on Krokoa and what secrets might those with the most knowledge and the most to lose be keeping from the new nation of mutants and even each other?
We flashback to the first time we had the Bad Idea crew on the show. Dinesh Shamdasani, Warren Simons, Hunter Gorrinson & Josh Johns talk about how the new publisher plans in standing out from the crowd. We also are introduced to their first wave of titles.
Jace continues the Thanos Reading Order with a close look at Silver Surfer #40. Thanos is believed to be dead by the Surfer, Mentor and Eros, but Drax the Destroyer doesn't buy it for a second. Meanwhile Thanos himself know that his ploy has been somewhat successful, however, it this false demise isn't his only plan to ensure the Surfer doesn't interfere with his gathering of the Infinity Gems. More classic cosmic Marvel from the master of Marvel Cosmic, Jim Starlin.
Jace takes a look at some DC books form a few years ago. He talks acknowledging artist & the Marvel Method used in DC's New Age of Heroes line as well as the similarities between Damage and the Hulk. He continues our close look at the Heroes in Crisis series and how it is much better than people think. Finally we finish up with incredible art & story on the latest iteration of Dial H for Hero.
Jace takes a look at some of the titles hitting stands this week. Marvel #6 has an incredible story from Lee Bermejo about the Silver Surfer which has breathtaking art. Radiant Black's second issue brings even more character development for our hero Nathan as he starts to learn how to use his powers while at the same time takes the first steps towards finding out where they might come from. Red Atlantis #5 ends that AfterShock series & the story leaves us wanting more with these characters & ideas. Iron Man #7 is fantastic as Tony Stark & his eclectic groups of heroes try to chase down Korvac before he can reach Galactus's ship. Captain Marvel & Spider-Woman both continue to showcases two of the most interesting and relatable characters of the Marvel universe. Although Carol Danvers & Jessica Drew are not without their flaws, the fact that they overcome those and still are heroes makes them that much more amazing. All this, plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Rocky from Comic Boom! do a deep dive into the DC titles for the Week of March 16, 2021. They look at the new Superman anthology, Red & Blue and discuss how the stories are all very emotional and look at the impact that Superman has in them as well as on him. There is also a lot of talk about the limited color palette and how that plays with the mood of the stories. Both the guys are really enjoying Catwoman and issue #29 is no exception. It continues to be one of, if not the BEST monthly title DC is putting out. Brian Michael Bendis makes his debut on Justice League and while the art is spectacular, it's hard to get a read on the narrative because there is so little of it. On the other hand, the back up Justice League Dark story is jam-packed with narrative despite having less pages to work with. Finally the much anticipated Tom Taylor Nightwing lives up to all the hype and expectations. Jace goes so far as to call it a perfect comic and give it a 10/10. Emotional at times, lighthearted at others, it gives everything a fan of Dick Grayson could want. There's plenty of Barbara Gordon, Alfred makes an appearance, in a way and there is a puppy! Stunningly good.
Jace and Jon-Paul break down the final issue of House of X. We see the speech Xavier gave to all humanity regarding the sovereign nation of Krakoa as well as the reasons behind it. They discuss the ramifications of that statement as well as of the supposed "miracle" drugs the mutants are offering the rest of the world. Also we see the ruling council of 12 mutants make the first laws for this new mutant nation. The Quiet Council, as they are called, is made up of a wide cross section of mutants, but whether that is actually a good thing is yet to be determined. Finally we see that council pass judgement on Sabertooth and it is a harsh judgement indeed, what fall out from that, if any, might we see in the future? Only time will tell.
Jace chats with the co-CEO's of Bad Idea to get the lowdown and Eniac #1, allocations and launch day. There are a TON of rumors flying around out there, so we are here to set the record straight. We talk about why there weren't enough first printings to go around, how Bad Idea came up the number of books to be printed and how they hope to resolve this going forward. Also plenty of talk about the speculation market and just why are all those rules in place anyway. How come there will be no trades or digital? We ask it all, plus some listener & forum questions as well. If you have heard about Bad Idea and aren't sure what to think ... this is the podcast you MUST listen to.
Jace and Rocky from ComicBoom! discuss in detail the DC comics from March 9, 2021. Superman #29 kicks off an all new era where the consequences of everything Jon Kent has been through the last few years. Joker #1 might as well be called Jim Gordon and we are all in on this. Wonder Woman #770 show much promise for the Amazon Princess and the guys really liked it. Green Lantern #12 is an incredible finish to the Morrison/Liam era of the Emerald Warrior. Rorschach #6 gets us to the halfway point of this great series from Tom King embracing the pulp feel of the original Watchman series. Batman Urban Legends #1 gives us back the classic feel of timeless Batman stories that we feel may have been missing recently.
Jace breaks down four great DC books. Freedom Fighters #4 finally has Uncle Sam returning with the current team of Freedom Fighters having done enough to restore the spirit of 76 for the people of this version of America. Will Uncle Sam's return be enough to turn the tide of the resistance against the Nazi's? In Shazam #4 we start to discover just how much trouble the Shazam family is in at the hands of King Kid, who has scattered our heroes across the Magiclands. However, help may be on the way from an unexpected ally. In Justice League #21, the imposter Superman stands revealed as the World-Forger explains his deception and the plan he has to save the multiverse. The sacrifices he is asking the League to make may prove more than they are willing to make though. So how it will all play out, and why is a beloved character claiming to have destroyed Superman and siding with the World-Forger in imprisoning more than have the living beings in the multiverse for all time? Have to read on to find out. Finally in the pages of Hawkman #11, we find out that even the combined might of all of Carter Hall's past lives may not be enough to defeat the Deathbringers once and for all. What will it take for Carter Hall to achieve victory and finally let his past be in the past?
Jace chats with creators J.T. Krul & Jonathan Marks Barravecchia about their current Kickstarter Campaign for the Illustrated Fantasy Adventure Hardcover Novel, The Ivory King. J.T. has created a reach anthropomorphic world that Jonathan has brought to life with richly detailed illustrations. Both J.T. and Jonathan talk in detail about developing the look and feel of the world, especially choosing the right animals for the characters and imbuing them with emotion and agency. There's so much to discover about the work behind the novel, but don't worry, we don't give anything away. No spoilers here! The guys also chat about choosing to crowdfund and release this project through Kickstarter and building community. So give it a listen and go pledge!
Jace take s spoiler-free look at some books from this week that he already had a chance to read. Knock 'em Dead by AfterShock continues to do just that, with one of the best lead ins to a final issue we have read in a long time. A couple of other AfterShock titles are really delivering action as well, Maniac of New York #2 & Scout's Honor #3 continue to be exceptional. Commanders in Crisis #6 also has an awesome ending and we can't wait to see what it leads to. This book perfectly captures writer Steve Orlando's love of comics. Children of the Atom #1 gives us a look at a new generation of mutants who may be much more than they seem. Batman Urban Legends is a great anthology that harkens back to a more timeless period for the caped crusader. Spider-Man gets a new costume and a bit of a new direction in issue #61 and it is a breath of fresh air. Meanwhile in Daredevil, Chip Zdarsky continues to deliver one of the most emotionally complex superhero stories we've ever read. Truly a must-read. Plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Jon Paul take a look at Powers of X #5. We learn about how the resurrection protocol for the mutants was put in motion by Charles many, many years ago with the help of Forge. We also see the moment When Xavier and Magneto bring the White Queen into the fold and why Sebastian Shaw, the Black King, is a necessary ally as well. Then we jump to the thousand years in the future timeline and look at the consequences of the man-machine alliance making a deal with the Phalanx. The question of why Hickman is includes thus currently unexplored timeline remains a mystery, but that doesn't stop the guys from speculating.
Jace and Jon Paul take a look at House of X #5. We begin to see just how groundbreaking the story Hickman is crafting truly is. This is the issue that explains how the mutants of Krokoa have found a way to fundamentally alter their loves FOREVER. The guys love the intricacy of the idea, but wonder at the moral questions that it might raise. We also see the outcome of the UN vote to recognize Krokoa as a sovereign nation. Plus the call has gone out from Xavier to all mutants everywhere, good, bad or indifferent, they are all invited to come make their home on the new island nation.
Jace is joined by the legendary Fabian Nicieza to talk about the recent Juggernaut series that we loved and they also chat about Fabian's return to the 90's to tell the unfinished tale of Adam-X. Plus, Fabian's debut novel is dropping in June of 2021 and there is plenty of talk about the process and differences of writing prose versus comics. So much good information in this one and we hope you enjoy it as much as Jace enjoyed catching up with Fabian.
Jace chats with writer Elliot Kalan about his previous comic work, breaking into the industry and most importantly, Maniac of New York from AfterShock. It's the hit new comic from one of our favorite publishers and it is all about a serial killer who has become like a walking natural disaster in New York City. The police and government are so busy pointing fingers and covering their own butts, they have all but given up on catching Harry the Maniac. What would it be like to live in a city where you get your Harry the Maniac report long with subway/road conditions and your weather report? Terrifying, but in an all too plausible way. Join as we chat about this with Elliott as well as plenty of love for his creative partners, artist Andrea Mutti & letterer Taylor Esposito.
Jace is joined by some fellow Bad Idea fans to talk about launch day and most importantly to dive into the issue. What worked for the guys? What didn't and should you pick it up? The guys also talk about the allocation of books, the speculation that Bad Idea tried to make the books hard to find and other rumors.
Jace dives deep into Silver Surfer #38 as Thanos hatches a plan to mislead the Silver Surfer. Death and her minions have told Thanos that the biggest threat to the plan of Thanos elimination half the life in the universe is the Surfer. Not content to rush into things and just hope they work out, Thanos as ever the schemer, has come up with a plan to make the Surfer believe Thanos is one more dead. This will allow Thanos to continue to methodically pursue his scheme to gain power enough to destroy half of the universes living beings and send their souls to his beloved Death.
Jace and Rocky from ComicBoom! dives deep into the DC titles that hit comic shops on March 2nd. We get a sneak peak into the future of the DC Universe in Infinite Frontier #0 as Wonder Woman tours the DCU. We get a look at a brand new version of Earth-3 with a new version of the Crime Syndicate. Suicide Squad lives up to its name as we have a higher body count that we have had in quite some time. Batman #106 gives us the seeds of the Magistrate from which the fascist organization will grow. We finish up with Swamp Thing #1 as we have a new Avatar of the Green for the first time in a long time.
Jace and Rocky from ComicBoom! talk about the final week of Future State. The relationship between Batman and Superman continues to be explored in the Batman/Superman title while over in the Dark Detective story Bruce Wayne finally takes on the Magistrate head on. Legion of Super-Heroes #2 improves over the first issue and end on a high note. Aquaman #2 is a masterpiece and solidifies that series as the best of all the Future State titles. Suicide Squad is ok, but the reason to pick up that issue is the Black Adam back-up. We get Superman both in the Superman Vs Imperious Lex & House of El, but only one feels like the real Man of Steel/ Jon us for all the details about each of these issues.
Jace chats with Mike Philips about his current Kickstarter campaign. It is a great story idea with a clever structure. We've all thought about how the choices & events in our lives have led us down certain paths and wondered how things might have been different if we had chosen or acted differently. Well Mike's comic Tessellation attempts to answer that question for his main character as we look at several different timelines that diverge from a single event. Join us to learn more about it.
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the books hitting stands the first week of March 2021. We get our first glimpse of the Infinite Frontier era of the DC Universe. Also we are introduced to a new Swamp Thing, the Magistrate just begins to plant seeds in Gotham and it's a new take on the Crime Syndicate of Earth-3. The Book of the Week for both Jace and Jay is Nocterra though, as the nightmare landscape created by Scott Snyder and Tony Daniel is fascinating and the narrative woven throughout the first issue is compelling with characters that immediately intrigue you.
Jace and Jon-Paul dig into Powers of X #4. After the fast-paced brutal action of the last couple of House of X. In this one we get the seeds of how the mutants and specifically Doug Ramsey build out the infrastructure of Krokoa. We also see how Magneto and Professor X are forced to make a deal with the devil, so to speak, to ensure the survival of mutants. Finally we glimpse far into the future again, as the Blue-Skins attempt to ascend with the help of the Phalanx.
Jace chats with writer Joe Henderson about his upcoming title from Image comics, Shadecraft. The entire creative team from the Eisner Award nominated Skyward series is back to tell an all-new story. We've gone from the bright open world of Skyward to a much darker and intimate world where shadows are more than they seem and the main character, high schooler Zadie Lu, has to face the shadows of that world. Relatable and resonant, like Skyward it is a story of family, so join us to hear all the details.
Jace discuss the latest volume of Cyber Force from Top Cow. It's a brand new look at the classic Top Cow property modernized for our current level of technology and transhumanism. The series does an excellent job of balancing the action inherent in the property with some new ideas of exploring technology. The first trade paperback of this volume covers issues #1-4. Jace dives into those issues and talks about story, art and overall themes.
Jace, Trevor from Dark Knight nation and Rocky Comic Boom! break down the penultimate week of Future State. We get a lot more series drawing to a close, but many don't really end. Do the guys notice? Do they mind? What do you think? It's not all bad though Catwoman and Nightwing were a couple of the favorite of the Future State # 1's, so join us to see of the follow up issue # 2's are just as good. Plus we get a Superman rant from Jace!Jace, Trevor from Dark Knight nation and Rocky Comic Boom! break down the penultimate week of Future State. We get a lot more series drawing to a close, but many don't really end. Do the guys notice? Do they mind? What do you think? It's not all bad though Catwoman and Nightwing were a couple of the favorite of the Future State # 1's, so join us to see of the follow up issue # 2's are just as good. Plus we get a Superman rant from Jace!
Jace talks with writer Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz about his current Kickstarter Campaign Area 51: The Helix Project #2.After fully funding and successfully fulfilling the campaign for the first issue of Are 51: The Helix Project, Trevor is already back with issue #2. Jace chats with him about what to expect in the second issue and how he plans on ramping up the narrative. Also they talk about going into the current campaign with more confidence after having learned so much during the first go around. Plus they talk a bit about the reception of the first issue and don't worry. If you missed the debut issue it is available during this campaign also.
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Jace, Manny and Jay talk about some of the titles they've already read that hit comic shops today. For Jay a real highlight is Post Americana #3 as we get insight into what has lead the world into the dystopian future we have seen in the book so far. Manny gives his book of the week to Ice Cram Man #23 which continues to exceed all expectations. The guys also talk about The Next Batman Second Son #1 and why the whole Next Batman concept hasn't been working for them. Likewise with Future State House of El #1, which should have felt grand and epic but was a bit lacking, listen in to find out why the guys felt that way. Meanwhile at AfterShock Kaiju Score ending with a bang and Nuclear Family #1 is an intriguing start to that title. There's plenty more books everyone gave spoiler-free thoughts on and Jace gives a run down of some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Jon-Paul break down House of X #4, the single most action-packed issue of the whole series. We knew the staked were high and the risk was great, but we weren't prepared for the consequences the X-Men face when their mission to stop the Mother Mold from coming online goes sideways. From the art, to the pacing to the emotion, this issue or pitch perfect as the creative team is firing on all cylinders. Plus, when confronted with the hard, cold facts about the number of mutants and how they have already been hunted to the brink of extinction the guys fully embrace the actions taken by Charles, Magneto & Moira.
Jace and Jon-Paul tackle one of the most action-packed issues of the entire series. Cyclops leads his team of mutants to the edge of the sun to try to take out the orbital platform that will serve as the Mother Mold. If this machine comes online it will eventually lead to the creation of Nimrod and the downfall of all mutants. It's safe to say the stakes have never been higher. We also discuss the ramifications of mutants no longer allowing themselves to be governed by human law. There's a lot going on in this issue so join us!
Jace talks with creators L.L. McKinney and Robyn Smith about their new YA graphic novel from DC Comics, Nubia: Real One. It is a realistic and relatable look at being a young black teenaged girl in today's world. When you add superpowers on top of that, things get complicated in a hurry. L.L. and Robyn talk about the challenges that Nubia faces and how they've brought their own experiences both as creators and women of color to the story. It is a story that will resonate with many young people today as they attempt to navigate the ever increasing challenges we face in attempting to make progress on issues of race, school violence, bullying and police brutality. Please join us for a great conversation.
Jace takes a look at Siler Surfer #37 as the Sentinel of the Spaceways continues his search for Thanos. He heads to Titan to learn as much as he can about the Mad Titan from his father Mentor. While on Titan he also encounters Eros again much to his chagrin and meets Drax the Destroyer for the first time. Unfortunately for everyone involved the resurrection of Drax by Chronos is not without it's problems. Drax doesn't exactly display superior intelligence or tactical thinking this time around. Complicating things even further, Drax also seems to be missing the sixth sense he previously possessed which allowed him to track Thanos throughout the cosmos leading to a very annoyed Silver Surfer. When brute strength doesn't help Surfer to ditch the ever-annoying Drax, he turn to more unconventional, even humorous, means.
Jace talks about Action Comics #1010 as the Leviathan Rising story nears it's conclusion. Clark and Lois are undercover as Spyral agents trying to get some answers while Jimmy and Amanda Waller are still hidden away at the fortress of solitude. Meanwhile Bones is questioned by someone claiming to be Kate Spencer but he suspects it is Leviathan right away and gives away nothing to her. The art is great and we like a lot of what is here, but there are a few narrative choices which threaten to pull us out of the story. Listen in for all the details.
Jace is joined by Trevor from Dark Knight Nation and Rocky from ComicBoom! to discuss week six of Future State from DC Comics. It's a bit of a rough week as we continue to see series come to a close, but we don't' get conclusions. Even some books we had that started with promise don't really live up to the ending we were hoping to see. It's not all bad as there are a few stories the guys like, but it's the weakest overall week since the Start of Future State. We know there are some DC fans out there enjoying it, and we are glad that is the case, so join us to hear why we feel this event is falling short and let us know why you think it's succeeding if you are digging it.
Jace dives deep into the first 6 issue of the second volume of Witchblade. It is an all new take on the title and character that started the entire artifact corner of the Top Cow universe. We get a brand new bearer of the Witchblade who is strong, authentic and loyal to her friends. However, she is not without her flaws and has suffered some pretty major traumas throughout her life. How will that affect her using the Witchblade? Could that be part of the reason the Witchblade chose her? Only time will tell, but this series is off to a great start with a compelling case of supporting characters and some incredible art. Even New York City itself is a character in the story in a way it never has been before in a Top Cow book.
Jace dives into X-23 #10 as we continue to explore the relationships between Laura and her clones. Also he takes a look at Uncanny X-Men Winter's End #1. This books gives Sina Grace and the creative team from the Iceman ongoing series a chance to bring closure to a lot of the storylines they were exploring for Booby Drake. Jace also talks about about the choice to retcon Bobby, does this change add to or take away from who Bobby is as a character?
Jace chats with superstar artist Liam Sharp about the Kickstarter campaign he is running to publish never before seen artwork from Jack Katz. Jack's career spans eight decades in comics and yet so many fans don't know his name or his work. Now is your chance to learn about this incredible master of the medium. Liam tells us about his own discovery of Jack's work and how he became friends with Jack and found a plethora of never before seen artwork. What is presented in this hardcover is just a small portion of Jack's body of work that has never been seen. Join us to hear Liam talk about his love for Jack's work and his treasured friendship with this incredible creator. So many legends of the industry have already left us, here is a chance to support and celebrate a legend who is still here with us.
Jace, Manny and Jay talk about some of the titles hitting stands the week of February 17, 2021. Stillwater #6 ratchets up the action all the way as the first arc comes to a close. The Last Ronin #2 picks up where #1 left off, but the guys wonder how much the long delay between issues hurt the series. Future State Catwoman #2 ends one of the best titles DC has put out during this peek into the future so you should give it a look. Savage is indicative of that kinds of books Valiant is putting out and the guys can't help but feel a little let down over the quality of what was once a top publisher. Shadow Doctor #1 is another incredible debut from AfterShock and Declan Shalvey's take on the Immortal Hulk in Flatline #1 should not be missed. Spider-Woman continues to impress from writer Karla Pacheco and may go down as the definitive run for Jessica Drew. We end of with three books of the week this time, Haha #2 from Manny, Jay gives his nod to Black Widow #5 which finishes off the first arc of Kelly Thompson's run that has humanizes Natasha and Jace gives his nod to Iron Man #6 as Tony Stark reaches his breaking point and is about to show Korvac he shouldn't have messed with Stark! We also give a rundown of some other titles you may want to be on the lookout for!
Jace is joined by Peter Marinari, better known as Krisis from the Crushing Krisis website It's an incredible resource for reading order & other comic book data about chronology, characters & more. We use it ourselves & if you follow our Marvel Chronology: Thanos Reading Order you probably already know that. Jace chats with Krisis about how he discovered comics and his first steps towards establishing his website. The guys also talk about balancing reading content, creating data for the website and injecting personality into coverage. Their a lot of great info here for fans of comics whether you want to learn the history of your favorite characters or catch up on current storylines.
Jace and Jon-Paul take a look at Powers of X #3 as we learn the plan that Apocalypse has for the few remaining Sol Mutants. Why have they stayed behind on earth and just what have they been fighting the machine-man alliance for? It's all revealed in this issue and the stakes have never been higher. Can they succeed and what will the cost be? Also why are the humans giving so much of themselves and the control of the human race to the machines? We certainly know how Nimrod feels about the human species and if there was any doubt, this issue clears it up for sure.
Jace chats with writer Steve Orlando about his upcoming AfterShock title Patron project. What happens when the world's most beloved superhero seemingly returns being killed by a terrible foe, but that return is actually a conspiracy to trick the world into thinking the hero survived? That question only scratches the surface of the complicated & intriguing premise Steve is exploring in this upcoming AfterShock title. Plus Jace and Steve talk about the AfterShock original graphic novel Steve co-wrote with Phillip Kennedy Johnson featuring art by Alec Morgan, Kill A Man. A powerful and personal story, the guys get into the collaborative process with Steve explain how the ending was specifically a part of that collaboration. Finally, Steve talk about his Commanders in Crisis series from Image and how it celebrates comics while exploring some relevant themes.
Jace is joined by Trevor from Dark Knight Nation and Rocky from ComicBoom! to discuss week five of Future State from DC Comics. This week takes a bit of a down turn in quality, which the guys weren't really happy about. The second issues are starting to be released and they are supposed to wrap up these storylines and give us some conclusions to the threads that have run throughout Future State. Unfortunately it seems many of the titles may have a less than satisfying conclusion. That being said, it's now all bad and some of the books are definitely worth your time.
Jace chats with comic creator Steve Bryant about his new Athena Voltaire Kickstarter campaign. They talk about the early days of Athena and how Steve has remastered her over time. We touch on the inspirations Steve pulled from in bringing Athena to life and how visually he wanted her to look feminine but not over the top. We follow Athena's journey to various publisher's and talk about the current logistics of the campaign and distributing with Action Labs. There's tons of great Athena information in this one so take a listen!
Jace, Manny and Jay talk about some of the comics they have read for the week of February 10, 2021. It's not the best week in comics, but there are a few titles that really stand out. Scout's Honor #2 shows that this title from AfterShock is going to be a wild ride from start to finish. Also from AfterShock Red Atlantis #4 is still giving us that action movie feel with plenty of spy and espionage story beats as well. Knock 'Em Dead, also from AfterShock gets a Book of the Week nod from Manny and Jace as this story really hits its stride in issue #3. Jay gives his Book of the Week to Radiant Black, which is not only the biggest launch of the week, but the biggest launch of the year so far. Shades of early Spider-Man or Invincible, with great artwork and colors. Don't miss this one!
Jace is joined by Behind the Panel producer, writer and host, Mike Avila. A life long comics fan Mike shares with us his early love of the medium and how it expanded his vocabulary and started a life long love of reading. We also talk about comic distribution and how things have changed over time. Jace and Mike talk about some of the nuts and bolts of comic's journalism and finding the balance between being an outlet for publishers to market their books and staying true to journalistic integrity. Mike recounts some of his favorite creator and convention moments and let's us in on what he spent 2020 catching up on in comics (Hint: he's friendly and may live in your neighborhood). Finally Mike makes a bold statement on the single greatest non-powered character in the Marvel Universe. Think you know who it is? You will have to listen to find out for sure.
Jace and Jon-Paul continue to break down the re-launch of the X-Men corner of the Marvel Universe from the mind of Jonathan Hickman. In the second issue of Powers of X, we see the real world consequences of the lives Moira MacTaggert has lived. It spurs an unlikely alliance that changes everything and sets the stage for what's to come. Hickman gives us plenty of glimpses into those futures starting with seeing Cyclops with a confidence and swagger we can't recall him ever having before, but we like it! Further into the future we see Apocalypse showing confidence as well, but his confidence may be crossing the line into arrogance and could cost his team dearly. Finally as we glance over a thousand years into the X-Men's future it's time for everyone to put on their thinking caps, because Hickman's going to Hickman. By this we mean, he gives us some wild, esoteric and theoretical concepts that take a bit of brain power to understand.
Jace takes a look at Uncanny X-Men #15. Captain America shows up to give the X-Men some advice and offer some help, but Scott & Logan aren't sure they can trust him. Meanwhile it seems like Dark Beast may be the one they should worry about because he seems to be plotting something. Our heroes don't find out what it is until after they are called into action to face off against the MLF who now count Banshee and Hope Summers among their members. Confronting his granddaughter doesn't exactly go the way Cyclops might want or expect, but luckily Wolverine is there to be sure she doesn't get away with it. It's a different side of Hope and only time will tell if Scott can reconcile what Hope has done to him.
Jace chats with Lance from The Night Nerd podcast. We talk about lance discovering comics as a kid and picking them up at the local convenience stores. We also chat about Lance launching the Night Nerd with the very ambitious plan of doing five to six episodes a week. We cover why he does the show as a podcast rather than joining the growing number of content creators who produce YouTube shows. Also who might Lance be intimidated to interview and what are some of his favorite creator interactions.
Jace and Manny along with Rocky from the COMIC BOOM! YouTube channel finish off their picks for the Best Comics of 2020. In this second part they focus on the creators behind some of the best books. They talk about writers who they felt made an impact and artists as well. When it comes to cover artists, that, oh so important part of a comic which can grab a potential reader's attention, their are some familiar names, but some new ones as well. We cover new talent, some of the highs and lows of the Comic Industry in 2020 and what we are looking forward to in 2021.
Jace and Manny along with Rocky from the COMIC BOOM! YouTube channel give their picks for the Best Comics of 2020. From their favorite new series, ongoing titles, mini-series, graphic novels and more! There are so many great books discussed, did any of your favorites make the list? They also talk about some of their favorite covers, cliffhangers and moments in comics from 2020. Part 1 of 2.
Jace continues the Thanos reading order by taking a look at Silver Surfer #36 from 1990. The first half of the issue has the Surfer visiting the Avengers to learn as much as he can about his new foe Thanos. Captain America fills him in on their past dealing with the Mad Titan, but is very disappointed to hear that Thanos has returned and has plans to destroy half the universe. The second half of the issue is an interesting and humorous encounter with the Impossible Man. What purpose this might serve in the Surfer's fight against Thanos, we don't yet know.
Jace chats with Tyler from the Imaginary Axis YouTube channel. It's a fun, educational and informative channel that teaches a ton about the world around you. Have you ever wondered how the science behind Superman's flight might really work? How about who the fastest Flash really is? Do you know how strong Spider-Man really is? This channel uses real science to try and answer all those questions and more. So join as we ask some questions of out own and find out how this channel got started and what it's all about.
Jace is joined by Nick, Dark Knight Nation and Comic Boom once again to dive into the Future State titles for week 4. The good new is this is the best week yet. Aquaman in particular was a real triumph. Every one of the guys praised it as the best issue of Future State yet. We also got a pretty solid issue of Dark Detective and THe Batman Superman and Suicide Squad issues weren't too bad. Listen for more spoiler-y details
Jace chats with comic creators Jemma Young and Chad Hardin about the Kickstarter campaign for the second issue of their Temerity series. From Chad's desires to have their ship the Temerity become a sci-fi icon, to Jemma's detailed character histories, it's clear that these two creators are passionate about this project. Plenty of talk about how they fell in love with comics and the craziness of the Harley Quinn ear and conventions also. The real takeaway here though is what a fun and cosmic story they are crafting which already has a loyal following. The Temerity community is growing daily, be sure you pledge listen and take advantage of that community to share your love of Temerity with your fellow fans!
Jace and Jay talk about a few of the comics that hit stands the week of February 3, 2021. It's a bit of a lighter week, but there are still tons of great books. Canto II #5 brings that volume of the clockwork knight to an end, but it sets everything up for the next volume starting in April. It's still one of the best books for kids out on the stands today! Inkblot continues to be a fun magical adventure with the cutest cat in comics getting into all kinds of mischief. We have a brand new world to explore in Deep Beyond and the first issue is intriguing but there are still so many questions about this world to be answered. Manbat wasn't bad, but the appearance of the Suicide Squad feels unnecessary. Tom Taylor and Darrick Robertson finishes off a perfect Constantine story. This is THE book to give to someone to introduce them to the depraved, crass and sometimes hilarious magical world of Constantine. Finally the guys both LOVED Maniac of New York. This book is absolutely incredible from the all too real narrative of a serial killer becoming an uncontrollable force of nature in New York City to the grimy, gritty and visceral Andrea Mutti art. No doubt our book of the week!
Jace breaks down three DC Comics titles. We explore the world of present day in which the Nazis won World War II. For years after the war the heroes of the Freedom Fighters were hunted and eventually killed, but now a new generation of heroes has emerged. They are taken up the name and fight of their fallen forebears and giving their all to bring about the return of Uncle Sam and achieve a final victory over the Third Reich. In the pages of Justice League #20 we get a look at a Utopian world, the world that Superman entered the sixth dimension to find, one where the Justice League found a way to defeat Perpetua and prevent the perversion of the universe she has been planning, but just as everything seems to be idyllic, we see some cracks start to show. What do Martian Manhunter and Hawkgirl learn from their supposed future child? What does it say that Bruce Wayne is the one hero no longer present in the future timeline? And most importantly, just who is the future Superman and why has he trapped the original in a void without sunlight? Finally in Aquaman #45 Kelly Sue DeConnick continues to build upon the grand mythos she has created for the world Aquaman finds himself in following his apparent death. We learn that Callie's mother is far more than she seems and everything from Callie's being left behind to the poisoning of the waters surround the Village of Unknown Water has been part of a scheme by Namma to eventually bring about the destruction of the world. Luckily as the issue ends it appears Arthur may have more allies than he realized and they will be coming from an unlikely group.
Jace chats with YouTube creator Danny Malt about his early origins falling in love with comics and eventually that leading him to want to share that love by creating content on YouTube. We discuss the nuts and bolts of how Danny puts together episodes as well as some of the challenges and setbacks he has faced and overcome.
Jace and Jon-Paul dive head long into what may be the most important comic of the while Hickman era. House of X #2 gives is a look at Moira MacTagert in a way we've never seen before. Her mutant power of reincarnation, unrevealed before now, gives her a unique perspective on the human-mutant condition. Her many lives are spent in an orderly and scientific manner testing many different scenarios to allow mutants to survive or even thrive in a world dominated by normal humans. Which solution is correct? Will any of these plans work? What about her mysterious sixth life? Why is still hidden from us. There are many questions that we receive answers to but just as many that remain unknown.
Jace talks about the Oberon series from AfterShock. It's a fanciful adventure filled with fairies, goblins and magic, much like you would expect from a story mostly set in the World of the Fae. However, the themes explored go far beyond just your usual adventure story of this type. Ryan Parrot explores ideas of love, loyalty and truth in a very powerful way. This is the perfect type of story to share with children from about the age of 9 and older. It makes for a wonderful bedtime story and can spark some great conversations about this universal themes.
Jace chats with writer Ryan Parrot about the incredible AfterShock series Dead Day. It starts with such a simple question, what would you do if your loves ones got to come back from the dead for one night? From that simple question comes a world and story with limitless possibilities, from the ideas of righting wrongs to taking revenge to having a chance to say goodbye. It is such a huge idea because not only are there consequences for the dead, there are so many implications for the living. It could fundamentally change the moral contract of society. You know how much we love comics that make you think and Ryan has does that here in spades. All this and we haven't even mentioned the story that we are given in the context of this world, that highlights chances for revenge, what obligations the living might feel for those who've passed, the idea of coming back to see your legacy and finding a way to truly rest in peace.
Jace covers Superman #10 as the mystery of Jon's time jump in age is answered. The loop is closed here for Jon's trip to outer space, his relationship with Jor-El and being thrown onto Earth-3. We get some great moments between Jon the child as Lois and Clarks as his parents. That pain and anguish of the time missed for these two with their only child is so obvious. We also get some amazing facial expression and emotion from Ivan Reis. The cosmic-ness of Superman as a hero and character is very evident in the story Bendis is crafting.
Jace dives into Supergirl #27 as the Omega Men and Supergirl fight to escape the clutches of Hokum. Meanwhile Z'ndr and Gandelo face off and we find out the relationship and connection they share. We are reminded of the greatest strength of Supergirl, which is her compassion and empathy, but will it be enough to stave off the ultimate plan of Hokem even as she teams up with the Omega Men?
Jace chats with writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson about his work on Future State Superman Worlds of War. They also discuss worldbuilding in story especially as it pertains to The Last God Black Label title Phillip did for DC. There is also a lot of discussion about respecting the work that comes before, the unique challenges of writing the Man of Steel and the challenge of creating story for characters that have been around for such a long time. There is a lot of great info in this episode from Superman to Aliens so we hope you enjoy it.
Jace breaks down Silver Surfer #35 as Thanos is indeed back among the living. He introduces himself to the Surfer and gives the reasons for being resurrected by Death. They ring a bit hollow to Jace, but fans of the MCU will find them sounding familiar. Despite the fact that the Silver Surfer has never met Thanos it takes no time at all for him to begin to be suspicious of Thanos's actions. Once Thanos lays his plans bare and even reveals how he has already manipulated the Surfer it is clear that Thanos has made a powerful enemy. These early stories of Thanos's return so brilliant build idea upon idea leading to the legendary Infinity Gauntlet story. Once again creator Jim Starlin is showing his mastery of the Marvel Comic as he creates this epic saga. Artist Ron Lim is the perfect choice to show the power, grandeur and action of this space opera.
Jace chats with Newsarama senior editor Chris Arrant about a variety of comic book industry subjects. How has the industry weathered the Coivd-19 pandemic? What are Chris's thoughts about some of the changes we saw in 2020? Also the guys discuss what changes we may still see coming in the next year or so. What is the feeling of creators in a general sense based on conversations Jace and Chris have had with the writers, artists and editors who make these books? What have the sales numbers been like after the last year? How about all the changes at DC? There is so much to think and talk about and we touch on a lot of it. Some of the talk is pure speculation, but when looking to the future of the industry some of the things discussed seem highly likely.
Jace is joined by Trevor form Dark Knight Nation and Rocky from Comic Boom! to discuss the third week of Future State. They talk art and story, what they liked and what they didn't. Breaking down both the plot and sequential storytelling in the main stories as well as all the backups. There are spoilers here so be sure you have read the books already if you plan too. Overall the guys feel like this is the best week yet in terms of quality of the books, but there is still a lot of room for improvement.
Jay and Jace break down some titles from the week of January 27, 2021 without giving away spoilers. For Jay his favorite book of the week was Batman Black & White #2 which showcased some gorgeous artwork and showed, once again, how the versatility of Batman is as a character allows for so many different types of stories to be told. We also got the next chapter of Captain Marvel's story in a possible Marvel Universe future that may lead into Carol gaining some the magical powers that have been hinted at by Marvel recently. Over in Post Americana, the blood and guts continue to fly as the action is turned up in this title for mature readers. Both Jay and Jace vastly preferred the Black Adam story in the pages of Suicide Squad much more than the story of Amanda Waller's latest line-up of Task Force X. Future State Batman Superman gives us some details about the Magistrate coming to power in Gotham and the guys think it should have been the first Future State title to be released. Both Amazing Spider-Man and Fantastic Four take a slight step back in quality this week, but for different reasons, in FF, the latest arc goes out with a whimper instead of a bang although the artwork is top notch. Amazing Spider-Man has once again placed the Kindred story arc on the backburner instead of resolving it and Jace is very frustrated by this. We have a similar problem with Daredevil #26 where the story Chip Zdarsky is telling is unfortunately interrupted by a King in Black tie-in. The AfterShock title Kaiju Score continues to be a wild ride and issue #3 is no exception as our gang of would be thieves are forced to switch things up on the fly. In Joker/Harley: Criminal Sanity #7, we see the first inklings that even this version of Harley may not be able to avoid the machinations of the Joker which could lead her down a very dark path. Finally in The Other History of The DC Universe #2, John Ridley & company pick up right were they left off with book #1 and give us a powerful & emotional look at the DC Universe through the eyes of characters who are often times overlooked. Jace gives it his nod for Book of the Week. Plus we gives a run down on some other titles you may want to be in the lookout for.
Jace is joined by writer Kyle Higgins and editor/designer Michael Busuttil to talk about Radiant Black. Launching from Image Comics on February 10, 2021, this is shaping up to be one of the biggest launches of the year. Already 70,000 copies have been sold and it seems like the guys may have a hit on their hands. Kyle gives us the origins of the story, how his experiences as a freelancer and his love of the super hero and tokusatsu genres have all come together to create this story. We hear a bit about what the team has planned for the future of the title, supporting characters & world building as well. Michael gives some great insight on the design and look for the series plus he chats about he gives us an insiders view on the collaboration of the creative team. we wrap it up with Kyle discussing the community he is hoping to build both through the letters page type back matter and his new newsletter for Black Market Narrative.
Jace and Jon-Paul tackle Powers of X #1. Jonathan Hickman uses an accelerated story structure to give a glimpse into 4 distinct eras of the X-Men. First we look into the past as the very idea of the X-Men has just occurred to Charles Xavier very soon to be followed by him meeting Moira Mactaggert for the first time. Then we see the world of the X-Men as it is in present time, just as we saw in House of X #1. When we look 100 years into the future things are not looking so bright as a huge war has devastated not only mutants, but the very earth itself. Finally we get a very brief scene of the world one thousand years from now and try to determine what it might mean. There is a TON to unpack in this one and the guys to their best to break it down and explain all the scenes as well as the informational text pages that Hickman gives us that provide a lot of material to help flesh out these different Ages of X he shows us.
Jace continues his look at the chronological history of one of Marvel most enduring villains, Thanos. As hard as it is to believe, after Thanos's apparent death at the end of Marvel Two-in-One Annual #2, he was gone from the pages of Marvel comics for over a decade. However, once Jim Starlin returned, so did the Mad Titan. Silver Surfer #34 begins the epic tale which eventually leads to the Infinity Gauntlet story that so many know from the similar story told in the MCU. Not only does this bring Thanos back for good and establish him as one of the most enduring and influential characters of the Marvel universe, it inextricably links Silver Surfer, Thanos and the Infinity Gems themselves together. It's hard to think of a time when Thanos and the Surfer weren't to different sides of the same coin and the reason for that is the story that starts here.
Jace chats with Chad Bokelman of The Lantern Cast about his origins with the show and comic books themselves. They also talk about the balancing act necessary for covering comics you simply may not like. Also who is Chad's favorite Green Lantern, the answer may surprise you. We talk about the different eras of Green Lantern and which one Chad likes best. Jace and Chad also look to the future and discuss what the upcoming Infinite Frontier Green Lantern title may be like. There's TONS of behind the scenes & Green Lantern talk in this one!
Jace and Jay break down some DC books in depth with spoilers. They start with Wonder Twins #2 as it straddles the juggles the genres of humor, satire & all ages superheroes. With so many different thematic goals, can it accomplish any of them? Next up is The Batman Who Laughs: The Grim Knight #1. In writer Scott Snyder's own words, this is what happens when you cross Batman with the Punisher. It's safe to say all criminals better beware, but does his thirst for vengeance go beyond justice? Is this truly a tale of Bruce Wayne? Could this happen? Finally the guys finish up with an issue of the incredible Hawkman series from Robert Venditti. We've finally had a writer makes sense of all the convoluted history and continuity of Hawkman, even Jay who has dismissed Hawkman in the past for exactly those reasons is on board for this series. In this issue Hawkman's ancient past finally catches up with him, but he may have a very unique way of dealing with it. Carter Hall's answer to his problem is literally something no one else in the DC Universe could hope to accomplish. Great stuff!
Jace is joined by some other stellar comic book pundits as they return to the future of the DC Universe for the second week of Future State. Overall, most of the guys felt like the quality improved in the second week, but there is still plenty of room for more improvement. Always the trend of cramming too much story into too few pages continues, as did the tendency for the art to let us down, even from creators whose work we normally love. So while the highs were higher the second week, the lows were a bit lower. Join is to find out which issues were which.
Jace, Jay and Manny talk about a few of the books they have read that hit stands this week. Future State: Immortal Wonder Woman #1 and Future State: The Next Batman #2 are both a little uneven but have their moments. Maestro: War and Pax is action packed with plenty of Hulk Smash! Scumbag is a title both Jay and Jace have been enjoying for both it's irreverence and its unlikable, humorous and some how endearing lead. King in Black #3 continues the big Marvel event from writer Donny Cates and Jay is ALL-IN! Stillwater #5 ends with a couple of very consequential moments that promise to have a big impact. Iron Fist: Heart of the Dragon #1 & We Live #4 are wall to wall action. Rorschach #4 shows why Tom King continues to be on the best in the business when it comes to story structure. Book of the Week DCeased Dead Planet #7 brings the story Tom Taylor has been crafting to a close with so much heart, that it reminds us what's best about the DC Universe. Jace also gives a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for hitting stands this week.
Jace is joined by writer, fellow podcast and all around awesome guy Jason Inman to discuss his latest Kickstarter project. Jason is tapping into his deep love of superheroes and Superman in particular to craft a relevant story about friendship, self-worth and social media in the digital age. Packed with tons of great artwork that pays homage to some of our favorite comic images from the past, this story introduces us to Mattie Moore, the best friend of Captain Terrific. Things take a turn for the worse however, when Mattie livestream reveals the secret identity of Captain Terrific. What will the consequences be for Mattie and the hero he idolizes? You will have to join the campaign by pledging to find out!
Our second Marvel Monday of the week focuses on several books that Jace and Jay break down. Captain Marvel #2 from Kelly Thompson continues the adventures of Carol as she tries to regain her footing not that she is back on earth. Things don't go real well though when the Nuclear Man shows up and throws a wrench in the works. Over in Avengers No Road Home, we return to the weekly format for Avengers as Voyager returns bringing some bad news about an enemy that is powerful enough to take out the gods of Olympus. We also talk about the debut issue of Savage Sword of Conan, it is perfect in tone and mood for the Cimmerian and evokes the classic feel of a Robert E Howard novel. The final quest for Old Man Logan is under way, the question is will he survive it? Meanwhile, Riri Williams is struggling with all her responsibilities and hasn't yet learned the very important lesson of when to ask for help. They say wisdom comes with age, is this a lesson Iron Heart will learn in time? We really love the story Kyle Higgins is telling in Winter Soldier, returning Bucky to his roots and humanity by having him reaching out to those who may feel trapped by their situation, just like he was when he first became the Winter Soldier. We finish up with Daredevil #22 as the plan that Matt Murdock has for eliminating crime in New York starts to come into focus. It great to see Charles Soule using his experience and knowledge as a lawyer to bring together both sides of Matt Murdock's life in way that has never felt more integrated.
This Marvel Monday breaks down a few books in detail. Jace starts off with a look at the deal offered by Mephisto and why Miles Morales and Amadeus Cho may be tempted to take it. Issue #13 of Immortal Hulk finishes off the second act of that book as we gear up for a lot of action coming in the next few issues. Over in Killmonger #4, things go completely sideways for Erik, we see him turn away from any last chance at peace or redemption and fully embrace his need for vengeance. Old Man Quill gives us a look at a possible future for Star-Lord and his Guardian teammates, so fans of the GotG should be sure to check it out. Tony Stark continues to battle for control of the virtual reality he has created in the paged of Iron Man #8 which has one of Jace's favorite comic book covers ever. Finally, we dive deep into Daredevil #21 as Matt Murdock's plan to rid New York of all crime begins to take shape.
Jace chats with writer Zack Kaplan about the recently released Join The Future TPB. Zack talks about building this story as a look at technology and security versus tradition and freedom. Not looking at is a political issue but something much more personal. It doesn't get much more personal than Clementine Libbey having to grow up in a hurry while seeking justice for the loss of her brother, her father and her town itself. There's a lot to unpack in this one and the guys dive into all of it. Plus they chat about the incredible art from Piotr Kowalski and Brad Simpson.
Jace and Jon-Paul do a deep dive into House of X #1. What lead to this event? How long was Hickman working on it before it was announced? How does it compare to what came before? As for the story itself, we are thrown into the deep end so the guys go over the events of the first issue and talk about both what happens as well as the significance of the events. This is especially true of the role Magneto plays in the book. It's just as complex as you would expect a Hickman book to be, so there is a ton to talk about in this one.
Jace continues the Thanos reading order with an incredible powerful tale that was an instant classic from the moment it was released. The Death of Captain Marvel was the first ever graphic novel from Marvel comics. This new format which has come to dominate comic sales over the last few decades started with the story of how the Marvel Universe lost it's most powerful cosmic champion. Filled with incredible Jim Starlin art and emotional character moments, this story still is just as powerful nearly 40 years after it was released. Thanos's involvement is both minor and yet key to the story Starlin weaves here, but this is truly a Captain Marvel story. It showcases the incredible impact that this character had on the Marvel universe in a relative short period of time.
Jace is joined by some other stellar comic book pundits as they dive deep into the first week of Future State. Be warned there are tons of spoilers in this episode and nothing is off limits. The guys talk about what worked and what didn't. They also speculate on the changing editorial dictates of DC affecting the structure and pacing of this titles. Jace has a lot to say about the art and many of the others agree. There is not much they agree on though, as many of the titles draw differing opinions. Join us to see what we liked and what we didn't.
Jace and Jay take a very deep look at a few DC titles. They examine Heroes In Crisis #6 from the perspective of the trauma displayed by the three characters closely followed in this issue, plus Jay takes about PTSD from the perspective he gained while serving in the army. The guys chat about the spectacle that is Justice League #19 and how the structure of the epic story Scott Snyder is playing out. They finish up with Shazam #3 a really wild and fun book that may have been a bigger hit if it hadn't suffered from so many delays. The Dale Eaglesham & Marco Santucci art is amazing though!
Jace looks at the penultimate issue of Arcanum from Brandon Peterson. The Avatars of Good find the ancient temple they were seeking, but all is not as it seems. Matthew Royale is one step ahead of them and just why does the Baron show up? An appearance by the embodiment of death is never good news for the avatars. It's an eventful issue as we head for the series finale.
Jace and Manny are joined by fellow LRM contributor Jay Bradshaw to chat about some of the titles that are hitting stands the week of January 13, 2021. The guys talk about several Future State titles which are a bit of a let down overall. Manny and Jay really enjoyed the debut issue of HaHa though, from the same writer who brings us Ice Cream Man, W. Maxwell Prince. Manny is although thoroughly engaged with the story Scott Snyder and Rafael Albuquerque are unraveling in American Vampire. Jay talks about the end of Big Girl, which despite slightly predictable, was immensely satisfying. Meanwhile the Jessica Cruz story in Green Lantern was a huge hit with Jace, as was Commanders in Crisis #4 and Red Atlantis #3 which was action-packed. Jace book of the week, like Red Atlantis, was also written by Stephanie Phillips. A Man Among Ye from Top Cow, Phillips and artist Craig Cermak, lived up to the title and surpassed all expectations.
Jace dives deep into a couple of X-Men titles. What the heck is Wolverine doing getting mixed up in the cosmic goings on of the Infinity Gems? And an even bigger question is why is he teaming up with Loki to do it? It's a rousing tale that is both cosmic and grounded in a way only a Wolverine story can be, with great Andy MacDonald art. Over in the Uncanny X-Men #14, the rag tag band of mutants Cyclops has managed to gather together has finally achieved a real victory. It's a small one, but this underpowered group that comprise the X-Men team will take it.
Jace and Jay talk about some Marvel books in detail. Is Old Man Logan a hero? The fact that he turned his back on chance to go home may suggest so, but then why is he fighting the Avengers? The guys dive into Dead Man Logan #3 to find out. The price of magic has been a big theme in Doctor Strange from Mark Waid & in the oversized issue #10 which is also the 400th issue of Doctor Strange the Sorcerer Supreme finally realizes his bill has come due. The guys discuss the Man Without Fear #5 and wonder about the necessity of this series. The celebration of Marvel Knights 20th Anniversary comes to a close with the #6, but the guys weren't impressed, find out why not. Also we continue our in depth look at the Charles Soule run in Daredevil with the end of that Purple storyline as we learn how Soule but the genie back in the bottle and restored DD's secret identity. Inspired story telling in issue #20 for sure.Jace and Jay talk about some Marvel books in detail. Is Old Man Logan a hero? The fact that he turned his back on chance to go home may suggest so, but then why is he fighting the Avengers? The guys dive into Dead Man Logan #3 to find out. The price of magic has been a big theme in Doctor Strange from Mark Waid & in the oversized issue #10 which is also the 400th issue of Doctor Strange the Sorcerer Supreme finally realizes his bill has come due. The guys discuss the Man Without Fear #5 and wonder about the necessity of this series. The celebration of Marvel Knights 20th Anniversary comes to a close with the #6, but the guys weren't impressed, find out why not. Also we continue our in depth look at the Charles Soule run in Daredevil with the end of that Purple storyline as we learn how Soule but the genie back in the bottle and restored DD's secret identity. Inspired story telling in issue #20 for sure.
Jace breaks down Superman #9 as Jon Kent is trapped on Earth-3 and is at the mercy of Ultraman. How long is he trapped? How does he escape? Perhaps even more important that those two questions is, how do his parents react when they find out? The Brian Michael Bendis era is just beginning to really pick up steam in this issue, so Jace has quite a bit to say about this era after giving Bendis what he feels is a long enough time to get his bearings, to to speak.
Here it is. The last Thanos story! Well, at least is was as the Mad Titan disappeared from the pages of Marvel Comics for about a decade until the Marvel Cosmic Master Jim Starling brought him back on a quest for the Infinity Gems in the pages of Silver Surfer for the February 1990 issue. Jace goes over the issue as we discover the fate of Thanos in this early era of his existence. Will he succeed in redeeming himself for his beloved, the embodiment of Death? Or will the heroes of the Marvel Universe emerge victorious?
Jace breaks down Avengers Annual #7, it's the first part of the last Thanos tale for a good long while in the Marvel Universe. It brings to a close the first era of Thanos from the Marvel Cosmic Master Jim Starlin. We don't see Thanos again until Starlin takes the reins of the Silver Surfer series. Based on Thanos's popularity in other media or looking back on how popular he was for fans of Marvel comics it is almost too hard to believe that the Mad Titan went unused for nearly a decade. After a brief appearance in 1982's Captain Marvel Graphic Novel, where it can be argued Thanos is merely a figment of Mar-vell's imagination, we don't see Thanos until Silver Surfer #34 on 1990, a full 23 years after the end of the story that begins here in this Avengers Annual.
Jace break down the recent history of the DC Universe for Nick in preparation for some in-depth analysis in our upcoming Future State Friday episodes. From Dark Nights: Death Metal, Generations Shattered and the upcoming Infinite Frontier, we cover it all. How this was all affected by 5G, Dan DiDio's departure and the recent layoffs at DC Editorial.Jace break down the recent history of the DC Universe for Nick in preparation for some in-depth analysis in our upcoming Future State Friday episodes. From Dark Nights: Death Metal, Generations Shattered and the upcoming Infinite Frontier, we cover it all. How this was all affected by 5G, Dan DiDio's departure and the recent layoffs at DC Editorial.
Jace and Manny talk about a bunch of books coming out the first week of 2021. There are so many great books this week, we couldn't even narrow down the book of the week to one or two, we had to pick 3! Crossover #3, Spider-Woman #8 and Generations Shattered #1 are all must-reads. We also give some thoughts on the end of Death Metal and how it will affect the DC Universe going forward. Manny talks about the next big thing from Star Wars with High Republic #1. We get an interesting start to a post-apocalyptic boy scout story in Scout's Honor #1 from AfterShock. The team is assembled in Iron Man #5 but will it be enough to stop Korvac? Nick Spencer gives us his best issue of Amazing Spider-Man since he started on the book. Modok from Jordan Blum & Patton Oswalt is just plain fun and the Juggernaut continues to surprise us in his series. Listen in for all the spoiler-free talk on this weeks books. Plus Jace gives a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace dives deep into issue #5 of Replica from Paul Jenkins & Andy Clarke. This is the final issue of the series for now and Detective Trevor Churchill and his clones get a much needed victory against the political machinations and scheming of the Scatlet. We are anxiously awaiting the return of this series we love, but in the meantime, it's a great time to get caught up if you've never read it. Wonderful humor, great character intersections between Trevor and his clones, plus great line art by Andy Clarke. The color work by Dan Brown is also superb as he gives just enough brightness to the story to play with the idea of the future being filled with hope which is a great contrast to the melting pot type setting Jenkins has created.
Jace takes a look at Klaus from Grant Morrison. A wonderful yuletide tale about a different type of Santa Claus. A legend that begins with dragons, swords, evil monsters and a town yearning to be free from the tyrannical rule of an twisted Baron. This a feel good story with incredible art from Dan Mora that can easily be shared with children to establish a new holiday tradition.
Jace chats about Batman: Noel by Lee Bermejo. It's the classic tale of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens but adapted to the DC Universe as told by Lee Bermejo. Batman as Scrooge with various DC characters as the Christmas Spirits. Bermejo does a great job of capturing the essence of the story while staying true to the core of Batman. Where the story really shines is the art, Lee's art is transcendent as he captures the gritty feel of Gotham city while still infusing the hope of the season into the illustrations. A wonderful addition to the holidays, add this to your collection and make it a holiday tradition by reading it during the yuletide season.
Jace picks some books that are great starting points to get caught up with the some of the most popular characters of the DC Universe.
Jace picks some books that are great starting points to get caught up with the some of the most popular characters of the Marvel Universe.
Jace talks with Dark Knight Nation, a comic critic who just this year released his own title on Kickstarter. He has his own YouTube channel where he breaks down comics from a technical stand point. They chat about the motivations behind creating comic book content, some of the holes they filled in their reading this last year and titles they hope to read in the new year. Plus plenty of comic talk, chatting about the positives of 2020 and holiday cheer
Jace talks about some of his favorite X-Men covers, who the artists are and why they made the list.
Jace talks about some of his favorite Detective Comics covers, who the artists are and why they made the list.
Jace talks about some of his favorite Batman covers, who the artists are and why they made the list.
Jace talks about some of his favorite Action Comics covers, who the artists are and why they made the list.
Jace talks about some of his favorite Superman covers, who the artists are and why they made the list.
Jace talks about some of his favorite Green Lantern covers, who the artists are and why they made the list.
It's a bit of a light week to close out the year, but Jace and Manny do take a look at some of the books hitting stands this week. We have the final Death Metal One-Shot as well as the Tales from the Dark Multiverse issue that ties into Metal. Both serve as a reminder about the tone of this giant event that has spanned 3 years of DC storytelling. Jace also talks about the conclusion to the Endless Winter story. Manny dives into the 90's with a look at the Return of Vengeance One-Shot which brings back a lot of the concepts from the 90's Ghost Rider. Plus the latest issue of Amazing Spider-Man and the Batman Annual.
Jace talks about some of his favorite Rom covers, who the artists are and why they made the list.
Jace talks about some of his favorite Hulk covers, who the artists are and why they made the list.
Jace talks about some of his favorite Captain America covers, who the artists are and why they made the list.
Jace talks about some of his favorite Iron Man covers, who the artists are and why they made the list.
Jace talks with Peter J Rios, one of the founding members of Comic Geek Speak and a pioneer in the comic book podcasting field. They chat about the early days of CGS, how things evolved over time and the passion needed to be a full-time podcasting. Plus plenty of comic talk, chatting about the positives of 2020 and holiday cheer
Jace is joined by fellow Comic Book Content Creator Comicboom. They talk about the future of DC, who they hope to see on the books and some of their highlights from 2020.
Jace is joined by Jason Inman and Tony Kim. Superman fans one and all, but this chat is about all the positive things in 2020 and plenty of speculations on the return of comic conventions. Plus plenty of holiday talk, puppies stories and what has been bringing the guys joy in this challenging year; whether it be comics, books, TV or movies!
Jace chats with one of his favorite people in all of comics J.T. Krul. Plenty of comic talk about what J.T. and Jace have been picking up during this challenging time and let's just say, they are both waxing nostalgic. They also chat about some projects J.T is working on that will be released through Kickstarter, but no details about the story, just yet. Of course their is plenty of holiday talk as well, as the guys get into the spirit of the season and talk some tradition & family. Please join for a feel good episode to brighten your Holidays!
Jace chats with renaissance man Kevin Shinick about his career and the varied things he has done over the years. Of course they spend a great deal of time talking comics and specifically the incredible Flash run that Kevin just finished. He was challenged by DC with the idea that everything has been done with the character, but Kevin found a way to bring something new, while honoring the legacy of Barry Allen. Don't worry, there's plenty of holiday talk too! Be sure you reach out to us and Kevin after this one to let us know your favorite version of The Christmas Carol!
Jace chats with writer Tom King about the highlights from 2020. It's been a challenging year for all of us, but Tom has been making the most of it by getting ahead on a lot of projects. This chat really has it all, they touch on Rorschach, Batman, Catwoman, Strange Adventures, Heroes in Crisis and more! Of course there is talk of holiday traditions as well, so there is plenty of good cheer to go around!
Jace chats with writer/producer/show runner Joe Henderson. The guys catch up on how things are going in the TV world with some Lucifer talk. Then shift to comics & chat about Joe's Eisner nominated series Skyward and Joe even teases his next project, Shadecraft, which brings the entire creative team from Skyward back together. Plenty of positivity and holiday cheer in this episode!
Jace takes a look at X-Tremists #3 as Blob's feeling for Betsy are out in the open, how will she react? Also the behavior and bigotry of Moneta starts to become very evident to the team. We very well may be seeing empathy winning over the members of Department X. How will they reconcile their duty to uphold laws against intimacy and connection when they themselves are beginning to feel them also? They have always walked the fine line between protecting people from themselves while doing as little harm as possible, with the exception of Moneta. Now that status quo has changed tremendously. It will be interesting to see what happens next.
Jace dives into Amazing Nightcrawler #3 as Kurt is hit with a big surprise. Who is the mystery woman who showed up in his dressing room at the end of last issue? We know it is Mystique, but what does she reveal to Kurt? Could the path she sets him on be nothing but a big trap? How will Meggan react when Kurt confides in her? There is so much to unpack in this issue and we don't have all the answers yet, but what we do have is one heck of a story so far leading to those answers.
Jace talks about five series that are hailed by many fans as significant. Critical acclaim from fans and creators alike is a common thread for many of the titles on Jace's list. So why does he never expect to read them? They certainly aren't bad comics by most accounts and they involve some very talented creators, but Jace gives his thoughts on why he thinks they just aren't for him.Jace talks about five series that are hailed by many fans as significant. Critical acclaim from fans and creators alike is a common thread for many of the titles on Jace's list. So why does he never expect to read them? They certainly aren't bad comics by most accounts and they involve some very talented creators, but Jace gives his thoughts on why he thinks they just aren't for him.
Jace talks about five artists he would like to see on specific titles. We need a good long run so we can see just what each artist can bring to this individual titles. Be sure to give it a listen then reach out to us with some artist/title matchups you'd like to see.
Jace runs down his list of the Top 5 comic book runs he is hoping to read in 2021. Some are pretty broad and some he is not even sure where to start, but we do know it is a WHOLE LOT of great comics. Give it a listen and let us know what your reading goals are for 2021!
Jace runs down his list of the Top 5 comic book runs he is hoping to read in 2021. Some are pretty broad and some he is not even sure where to start, but we do know it is a WHOLE LOT of great comics. Give it a listen and let us know what your reading goals are for 2021!
LRM Online's Emmanuel Gomez talks with comic book creator Chris Northrop. During the interview we talk about his vital role in bringing Critical Role's Vox Machina Origins series to Dark Horse. As well as his past and upcoming projects! The world of Exandria is coming to comics. In a partnership between Dark Horse and Critical Role, the beloved weekly web series, is now a digital comic! Exploring the enthralling origins of the Vox Machina team, the comics are written by Matthew Colville (Evolve, Priest, Thief) with interior art by Critter community member Olivia Samson, and coloring and lettering by Chris Northrop. Expect a classic, low-magic fantasy with plenty of snappy dialog. The hardcover edition of collecting series 1 and 2 is now available!
Jace and Manny talk about some of the best non-superhero comics around. This are some relatively recent series that highlight how sequential art can be used to great effect in storytelling. From Horror to SciFi, in rural settings or the vastness of space, these stories are top notch.
Jace and Manny discuss characters that are used way too much in current comics. This are characters that have multiple monthly titles and/or are showing up as guest stars in other books constantly.
Jace and Manny talk about some lesser known characters they want to see headline their own title. Most have never had a their own title before. Others have had a title but not for many years or only ever had a one-shot. Be sure to reach out to us on social media if there are any characters you think we missed.
Jace takes a look at Next Gen #3. Armor finally gets a chance to confront Anole about his role in the resistance, but Pixie chooses a terrible time to intervene which results in Anole needing to go on the run. Meanwhile Rockslide is beginning to suspect everything is not as it seems. When he confides in Glob about his suspicions, Glob decides it's time to let Rockslide know the truth. Does this mean that the resistance is about to gain several new members? It certainly looks possible. Next Gen continues to be the best of the Age of X-Man titles by the strength of it's characterizations and the interactions between these teammates.
Jace takes a look at Marvelous X-Men #3, as we get our first insights into the thoughts of X-Man. His reasoning for altering the world the way he was seemed flawed. To take it one step farther, his reasons for prioritizing the individual above all else speak to his stunted social development as a child having grown up in the Age of Apocalypse. How ironic that the biggest threat to his control over the new reality he has created is once again Apocalypse, this time going by his given name of En Sabuh Nur. Storm and Magneto also have conflict to deal with and despite their lack of memory, it feel like the old antagonism between Magneto & the X-Men is influencing these two.
Jace dives deep in X-Tremists #2 as Moneta's true colors begin to show. We also so the possibility of a budding romance between two members of the team. A serious breach of the very intimacy laws they are charged with enforcing. Not only that but the treatment of their prisoner raises serious questions in the mind of Jubilee about the whole basis of their goals and the very rules of the world she lives on. As if that wasn't enough we also see the team deliberately set up a "disaster" so the X-Men can swoop in and save the day and earn their hero status for the masses.
Jace and Manny bring you some spoiler-free thought on our last New Comic Book Day before Christmas. They both choose Dark Nights Death Metal: The Secret Origin #1 as their book of the week. Superb job by a whole host of creators to bring us a Superboy Prime story filled with everything that makes the DCU great. Another highlight for Manny is Ice Cream Man #22 which continues to impress. Jace was also a big fan of Miles to Go from AfterShock, a well executed comic you want to be sure not to miss. We also learn the identity of the new Swamp Thing in this week's Justice League Dark, which along with the Black Adam issue both tie into the Endless Winter event. The finale of that story will be out next week. Speaking of finales we have the final issue of Brian Michael Bendis on Action Comics, the final issue of Mariko Tamaki on Wonder Woman, the Final issue of Red Hood and Peter J. Tomasi and Brad walker finish up their excellent run on Detective Comics. Also if you want to take final issues, Christopher Cantwell figuratively takes Doom to Bedford Falls in the final issue of the Doctor Doom series a perfect ending for that series though we were sad to see it go. All this plus Jace gives a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the look out for.
Jace chats with creator Austin Janowsky about his current Kickstarter campaign Stanley the Snowman. It's all about togetherness and the joy of the holiday season with the commercial and materialistic aspects of the holidays left behind. Something we can all do a better job of keeping in mind. Staring a young female character inspired by Austin's own three daughters, who are now grown, it's got all the makings of a holiday classic. Go check out the campaign for this wonderful ALL-AGES project to get a glimpse at the gorgeous artwork and be sure you don't miss out.
Jace dives deep into Prisoner X #2 as Bishop struggles to find answer in one of the most secure prisons in the Age of X-Man world. It isn't enough that he is fighting to survive against the system that imprisoned him there, he also is responsible for the incarceration of a great many of the prisoners he is now trapped alongside. We see him search for answers as to who left him the mysterious note, but unfortunately the powers that be aren't very fond of Bishops looking for answers. Also he is questioning what is real as he continues to have memories of things that never happened, while supposedly significant events in his live are missing. Bishop has been patient in his search for the truth so far, but we get the sense that is about to change.
Jace takes a look at Apocalypse and the X-Tracts #2. While the followers of En Sabah Nur seem to be buying his act, Jace sure isn't. He speculates the Apocalypse still has the desire for power at hsi core. All the talk of love and community is just that, talk. Once he has found a way for all mutants to throw off the influence of X-Man he will be there to pick up the pieces and enslave the population all over again, this time in service to him.
Jace breaks down Amazing Nightcrawler #2. What are the responsibilities that Nightcrawler has to all the mutants who look up to him as the world's biggest movie star? How does he balance that with the feelings he is fighting that are outlawed in the Age of X-Man world? For that matter why is Nightcrawler the perfect mutant to use in this story about forbidden love, duty and love?
Jace continues to explore the world of the Age of X-Man with Next Gen #2. Glob finally has someone to confide in with his knowledge that the world is not as it should be. Can Armor's leadership help to awaken everyone at the Summers Institute about the true fascist nature of the world? Meanwhile Anole seems predisposed to always rebel and his friends worry that this behavior is leading him down the path of being taken away to never be seen again. The young X-Men are shouldering a lot of responsibility with their knowledge, will they be able to handle it?
Jace takes a look at Dead Day #1 from Ryan Parrott & Evgeny Bornyakov. On special days, known as Dead Day the dead rise and once more and walk among the living. It doesn't happen every year, but it is predictable and it brings many fascinating opportunities. Some loved ones are reunited with family, other dead, especially prisoners who have been executed are violent. A religion known as the Revivalist has sprung up around the concept of Dead Day and even with the proof of the revivals out there for all to see they are looked upon as a cult. This particular story is all about how Dead Day affects one family, especially the mother who has done out on Dead Day to meet a former love, she has gone out to keep a promise made in a previous life, but will the price she pays to keep this promise be hire than she wants to pay?
Jace takes a look at the first issue of a great series from one of our favorite writers Eliot Rahal. How would you react if you had been abducted by aliens for 17 years and returned suddenly? What if you remembered every moment of that abduction and how the aliens experimented on you? Now imagine how your family feels when they had likely assumed you were dead. Let's throw in one more wrinkle, the world itself sees you as the Milk Carton Kid and are about to find out all about your crazy stories of returning from the stars having been kidnapped by extra-terrestrials almost 2 decades ago. Yeah it's about to get real!
The Man Who Effed Up Time is a rollicking good time. In the best tradition of time travel and Sci-Fi stories, it explores many of those ideas with a likeable main character and plenty of humor. Stylish line art from artist Kyle Mostert adds to the aesthetic and the colors from Dee Cunniffe compliment the linework beautifully. The story and scripting from Jonathan Layman is top notch and fans of characters like Archer & Armstrong or the crew from Sliders will love this book.
Jace dives into the first issue of Miles to Go. We meet Amara a former assassin trying to live the life of a normal mom. She's dealing with raising a daughter as a single mother with her divorce on the horizon, but also her past seems to be rearing it's ugly head. Her mentor has recently become a target and you have to wonder if she is next. It's great characterization in this first issue as writer B Clay Moore and artist Stephen Molnar give us subtly clues to who these characters are. It's the perfect sort of character building that almost happens on a subconscious level. Not too mention we get one heck of a cliffhanger ending.
Jace talks about the first issue that mixes two genres we have never seen combined before, it's a heist story against the backdrop of a Kaiju event. If you love heist stories as much as us, stories about giant monsters or maybe even both, then this is the book for you. We are introduced to our gang of thieves in the first issue and there isn't exactly a lot of trust between them, couple that with the fact that one of them isn't even the person they think she is and you have the start of a lot of dramatic tension and a whole lot that can go wrong when it's time for the score to go down. Another intriguing start to a story with a very original premise from AfterShock
Jace gives his thoughts on the first issue of Undone By Blood. It's a dual narrative as our protagonist seems to be drawing inspiration or even mentorship from the old gunslinger in the western novel she carries and reads when time permits. Meanwhile she is on her own search for vengeance in the dusty town where a terrible tragedy occurred over a year ago. Clearly all is not as it seems and we have a feeling this young girl, Ethel, may be far more formidable than she appears at first glance. Set in 1971 with a distinctive feel of the restlessness of that decade, this story is poised to translate well to other media and has already been optioned as a TV show.
Jace reviews the first issue of Disaster Inc. Starting form the premise of extreme tourism, an increasingly popular activity where people pay large sums of money to be guided to some of the most dangerous remote and sometime restricted places on earth. In this first issue we meet Paolo, the president of Disaster Inc and his right hand man Abby. They are leading a group of tourists into the "exclusion zone", an are of Japan that was the site of the world's worst nuclear disaster ever. Unbeknownst to them, there are things at work in the zone far more dangerous than simple radiation, but we have only seen a glimpse of what those dangers might be.
Jace takes a look at the #1 issue an espionage story that brings back the tension and intrigue of the Cold War. Russian agents, mysterious power outages, violent attacks, this story has a fast-paced start and an intriguing mystery that is just starting to unfold. Adding to the realism of the story is the fact that it was conceived by an authentic Russian intelligence agents. Take all that and bring some visceral art with fantastic emotion & body language and you have the ingredients for a successful series.
One last holiday tale for Superman as Jace takes a look at an issues from 2001, Warworld has just been built, the big Worlds at War event is about to kick off, though that's is unbeknownst to the heroes of the DCU right now. Also Lex Luthor has been elected president and Clark struggles with acceptance. While he meets with each of his fellow Justice Leaguers he questions them about their thoughts on the election while also giving them their gift for the year. They all get appropriately suitable gifts for the Man of Steel, who for his part has selected the presents so well, you can't tell if they are tongue in cheek gag gifts or gifts given from the heart.
Another great Christmas episode starring Superman. It's a very emotional issue as Kal-El shares with Lois the frustration he some times feels that he cant' help everyone, for all his incredible abilities he is still only one person and there are limits to his powers. We are also reminded that each of us has within us the power to help others in ways that even Superman may be unable to do. Ultimately, Superman is able to help some who are in need during the holiday season including some children who have the chance to meet Santa Claus in person thanks to the efforts of the Man of Steel and Professor Hamilton.
Jace looks back on the first Christmas Superman spent in Metropolis and how he learned a lesson about not trying to do everything alone. The Man of Steel starts off by deciding that he will attempt to prevent all crime in the city as his gift to his new home. However, not even Superman can be everywhere at once. Also many of the citizens of Metropolis take it upon themselves to help out where they can. Whether they are inspired by Superman I can't say, but it is an important message to remember in this holiday season that you are never truly alone if you choose to reach out to others.
In the best tradition of the holiday classic It's a Wonderful Life, Superman gets a glimpse of what the future will be like without him. It's a powerful reminder of how impactful Kal-El is ways he doesn't even realize. He must always remain as a symbol of hope for all of us for in doing so he reminds is all of how to strive for the best in ourselves. Taking it even one step further it reminds us to look for the best in each other. A wonderful reminder of how we all may impact and influence others in out own lives without realizing it.
Jace explores the relationship between Superman and Batman which is perfectly displayed in a couple of DC holiday stories. Not only is it a relationship that is built on a foundation of mutual respect and admiration, it is foundational to the relationship of the next generation of heroes. We see so many of the qualities from Clark and Bruce's friendship in the relationship between Jon and Damian. As important as continuity can be, it is important to remember that maintaining it should be in service to story, character and preserving the charm of the DC universe that is a product of the relationships between it's characters. It's a great lesson to remember during the holiday season so that we can all remember not to take the relationships in our own lives for granted.
It's another Superman holiday episode as Clark rings in the New Year back home in Smallville. Unfortunately, it isn't for celebratory reasons, but rather a mistake from the past that he is facing at long last. It is also a reminder to all of us about the responsibility we all have to keep each other safe. It's a good lesson and one that the Kents instilled in Clark at a young age, which makes the mistake Clark made all the more tragic. A classic story from the Triangle Era of the Man of Steel with a good message for us all.
Jace comments on a very relevant Superman story about the spirit of the holidays and what it means to give to your fellow man. This one gets a little preach-y so apologies in advance, but we just want to remind everyone about the needs of so many, especially around the holidays and even beyond them. The problems many people face are brought home in a poignant fashion to the Daily Planet family when they learn that one of their own has been facing very difficult challenges all on her own. There's a lot to love about the message this issue sends, and also a lot to reflect on as we all need to be reminded at times that collectively we need to do more for those that are struggling.
We have reached the end of Warlock as Jace talks about the final issue. It is not the end of the relationship between Thanos and Adam Warlock however, we learn that Thanos has big plans that he has been keeping hidden even from Gamora. However, the galaxies most dangerous female senses that Thanos is withholding from her and even more interesting despite her debt to Thanos, she is beginning to suspect she should be working to stop him rather than help him. Another very interesting aspect to this issue is Starlin revealing the existence of 5 more Infinity Gems. The seeds for all that comes later with the Infinity Gauntlet were planted very far back indeed.
Jace tackles the final chapter of the epic struggle between Adam Warlock and his evil future self the Magus. Can Warlock succeed in vanquishing his much more powerful & evolved self? Will Thanos succeed in his machinations to aid Warlock for the Mad titan's own nefarious purposes? Just how big a price is Warlock willing to pay and how can he win. We get the answers to all this, plus tons of action and some great character moments, especially from Gamora & Pip the Troll.
Jace joins Dark Knight Nation and ComicBoom! to talk all about the future of DC Comics. We've finally seen the solicitations for March and have an idea of what's coming after Future State, so how do the guys feel about it? What do they have to say about the nearly 100% new roster of creators that will be working on the various titles? Also they talk about the potential storylines and whether they might work. Some speculation on what announcements are to come as well as whether the new formats can catch on. It all winds up with some talk about the consequences if this initiative falls flat. There's a lot to digest in this GIANT-SIZED double-length episode!
Jace continues the Thanos Reading Order by diving deep into Warlock #10. We learn why Thanos is on the side of good right now as he teams up with Adam Warlock to defeat Adam's evil future counterpart from the past. Sound confusing? Well give this episode a listen so Jace can break it down for you. All this plus classic Jim Starlin art and a recap of the Thanos arc from Captain Marvel given by Mar-vell himself!
Jace continues looking at the history of Thanos with Warlock #9. This is the story that begins to entwine the destiny and narrative of these two cosmic cornerstones of the Marvel Universe. A brief rundown of Adam Warlock's history followed by a breakdown of this issue with culminates with the first reappearance of Thanos in publication history following his defeat and seeming destruction at the end of Captain marvel #33. Also this issue is where we first learn of the connection between Thanos and Gamora, who we now know as the Mad Titan's adoptive daughter.
Do you ever wonder what happened to Thanos after his supposed death in Captain Marvel #33. That first classic story crafted by Jim Starlin where Thanos was defeated by Captain marvel seemingly ended with the Mad Titans death, but a few months later he showed up in the pages of Warlock. How and why was Thanos spared? The master of Marvel cosmos himself is back to fill in the gaps, Jim Starlin along with his frequent artistic collaborator Ron Lim gives us an amazing tale that ties into the past as well as the future of Thanos. This tale adds so much to the character and even serves as a wonderful introduction to the character for any who are not familiar with the would be conqueror. Finally we will mention that goign back and retroactively telling tales that fit seamlessly into continuity is an extremely difficult feat, but Starling pulls it off flawlessly and other creators should take note of how to do it properly.
Jace discuss in depth 5 recent books he has read, starting with Female Furies #1. The world of Apokolips is ruled by Darkseid with an iron fist and it is no surprise that it is misogynists and backwards in terms of equality, but that doesn't sop the Female Furies from trying to right the imbalance. In Die #3 we start to get an idea of just how far in over their heads the 5 friends and former RPG players are. Also we are introduced to the "warden" of the world of Die and he just may be someone you've heard of. Jace breaks down the third issue of Mark Millar's Prodigy and takes about how the series just isn't working for him due to lazy writing and too many factual inconsistencies to be enjoyable. Self Made;s third issue flips the story on it's head as we head into act 2 with all the status quo thrown out the window and the very survival of our protagonist Amala is unknown by issue's end. Finally in the debut of Chip Zdarsky's Daredevil, Matt may have stepped over the line and rung a bell he can never unring. Zdarsky may be going over some familiar territory but he is doing it with such great characterization, intriguing interactions and dramatic tension that Jace was immediately sucked in.
More holiday cheer as Jace talks about his two favorite holiday stories from Marvel ever! First we have a silent story with Captain America that showcases the power of sequential art in telling a story. Then we have Dr Doom playing Santa Claus, or should we say Santa Doom! It a wonderful fun tale told in rhyme that captures the heart of the holiday spirit so well. The characterization of Doom is very reminiscent of Christopher Cantwell's Doctor Doom series and it make Doom more relatable than ever and certainly more fun!
It's another deep dive into a Holiday Special. This time Jace takes a look at Marvel's 1992 seasonal offering with tons of stories rooted in the 90's. Many of the stories have context for the characters ongoing title of the time with the same creative teams that are on those titles. It makes for an interesting read at times and will certainly be a trip down memory lane for fans who were reading those title at the time, especially the New Warriors story. Meanwhile the silent Wolverine Story that kicks off the book is outstanding and an instant classic. The Spider-Man has some great Steve Lightle art & the Doc Samson story is good for a few laughs. All in all, not the best holiday offering from Marvel but definitely worth a read.
Jace takes a deep dive into the Marvel Holiday Special from 2005. We get a Fantastic Four & Mole Man story where the Thing plays detective. The Fantastic Four also give a super-villain a much needed second chance. Finally in the most famous story from this issue we meet Santron! What do you get when you cross Ultron with Kris Kringle? You'll have to read this story to find out, but let's just say, he knows if you've been bad or good. Just about all the Avengers are on the naughty list of this Santa Claus and Santron is going to make them pay!
Jace chats with comic creator Ben Krieg about his upcoming prose novel Frontier Forever as well as the prequel graphic novel to that prose work, Frontier Forever: Regenisis. They guys get deep into sci-fi, world-building and how immense the universe is that Ben is creating. Ben's ideas are truly limitless when it comes to telling stories in this world. So much has gone into that and it is very evident on the campaign page through the character and character group descriptions. Perhaps most intriguing is the main character of Regenisis, The Marshall. Ben has found a way to put a lot of himself into her, who although she is a machine, exhibits some of the same sorts of characteristic challenges that Ben himself has had to overcome in his own life. The best kind of stories are those we can relate to and Ben is certainly writing what he knows. Jace is very excited for this story and we think you will be too if you go check it out!
Jace reaches the conclusion of the first story arc in Brandon Peterson's Arcanum series. Just when you think you know where it's headed, he throws us a curveball. Ming Chang finally makes her chose, will she use her newly granted powers as the Avatar of Life for the Avatars of the Good or will she join with Franklin Blake and his Avatars of Evil & seek power. The answer is really going to surprise you!
Jace takes us through another holiday special from DC comics. This time it is an issue filled with brand-new stories. Still editied by Mark Waid, but instead of reprinting stories of the season, Waid has assembled quite a roster of talent to bring us original stories to mark the holidays with thoughts of thankfulness and cheer.
Jace chats with comic creators Brian L Hawkins and Richard Kemp about their campaign for the second issue of their Don't Ever Blink series. It's a horror comic inspired by slasher films with a little bit of Scream thrown in and plenty of chills to top it off. The guys chat about what it takes to be a successful self-publisher, how hard work can pay off and how important it is to keep learning. Jace guessing on of Richard's artistic influences and Brian explains how Richard's character designs really brought the story to life and pushed up to new heights of storytelling as he built in references to prior visuals as the story developed. It's a great chat with two creators honing their craft.
Jace and Manny go over some of the titles hitting stands the week of December 16, 2020. Spoiler-free reviews of a lot of books including the three latest chapters of DC's Eternal Winter storyline. Manny gives his thoughts on what's really working for him in Rorschach and Death Metal. However, he expresses some disappointment with the end of the latest Batman arc. The guys both thought Post Americana was messy in all the best ways. Jace loves that Dan Slott is returning the Fantastic Four to their adventure-some roots in issue #27 and he also thinks that Immortal Hulk is revving up for lots of action based on what he saw in issue #41. Christopher Cantwell is continuing to take Tony Stark back to basics in Iron Man #4 and Jace thinks Al Ewing and Aaron Kuder created a masterpiece with Immortal Hulk King in Black #1, it's everything sequential storytelling should be.
Jace goes page by page to explore the 20+ stories of various X-Men by a huge roster of comic creator talent. Whether it's Charles Soule & Ryan Browne giving a Hanukah tale about Wolverine's hot claws or Jamie Madrox duplicating a gift 200 times to give to each and every X-Men, this is a fun holiday romp through the X-Men corner of the Marvel Universe.
Jace takes a look at the classic DC's Christmas with the Superheroes from 1988. This collection, edited by Mark Waid when he was relatively new to the industry and hadnt' embarked on his writing career yet, showcases some of the most famous and beloved holiday tales from DC's history up to that point. With 50 years of stories to pull from it as interesing to see what is chosen as it is to experience the varied tones of the stories from different eras. This is a must read for any fan of Christmas and most certainly any fan of DC.
It's the first of our holiday episodes for 2020 as we celebrate 12 Days of The Comic Source. Join Jace as he takes a look at the first Marvel Holiday Special from 1991. It's chock full of great stories with some of your favorite Marvel characters. Most of the stories are written and illustrated by the very same creative teams who were working on the monthly books for those very same characters. Plus it kicks off with a great X-Men story that would be right at home in Giant X-Men #1 with the introduction of the new X-Men, Scott Lobdell does a great job channeling Len Wein and the Dave Cockrum art is straight out of 1975. So grab some eggnog and join us for this fun holiday trip down memory lane!
Jace and Manny talk about a ton of books that hits stands on the week of December 9th. They give a spoiler free run down of a surprising number of anthologies out this week like Death Metal Last Stories of the DCU and the DC Multiverse Holiday Special, Plus we see what the winners of the Top Cow Talent Hunt can do in a Postal Special. We get the next two chapters of the Endless Winter form DC in Flash and Superman books and the best Wonder Woman issue since Tamaki's debut on the title in Wonder Woman #768. Meanwhile Damian shows why Jace dislikes him so much in Detective #1032 and Tales of the Dark Multiverse Flashpoint and Captain Marvel are very worth your time. Manny highly recommends American Vampire although his book of the week is the aforementioned Last Stories of the DCU. Finally the book of the week for Jace is Crossover #2 from Donny Cates and Geoff Shaw as the story picks up steam and really starts to show what a celebration of comics it will be.
Jace talks with the legendary comic creator Mike Grell about his humble beginnings in northern Wisconsin to breaking in at DC and being a creator who helped to pave the way for creator owned work and royalties. Plus they chat about Mike's current Kickstarter campaign where you can get deluxe editions of Mike's ground-breaking series Jon Sable in an over-sized omnibus edition with tons of extras. Mike will share process material for developing the series and stories "warts and all". Also tons of art that has never been published before. Be sure to go and check out the campaign and enjoy our talk with a master storyteller who has left an indelible mark on the industry.
Jace and Manny take a look at the solicitations for the DC Comics Future State titles coming in January. Plus they talk about the all the news so far regarding DC titles coming in March after Future State is over. Also a little hint from Marvel about a clean start for there universe. It's a super-sized episode so come join us and be sure to give us your thoughts on the Future State of DC!
Jace is joined by Brazilian comic creator Felipe Cagno to chat about the wildly successful Kickstarter campaign for The Few and Cursed. We learn Felipe's secret origin of breaking into the world of comics via film school with a stop off in Hollywood. The guys chat about the burgeoning comic scene and the biggest convention in Brazil, Comic Con experience. Then they finish up the conversation with a great overview of the post-apocalyptic supernatural western that is The Few and Cursed. There's of great comic talk and Kickstarter advice in this episode so don't miss it!
Jace chats with writer Ed Brisson about his return to creator-owned content with his Original Graphic Novel Catch & Release.The campaign for the project is running on Kickstarter until December 16, 2020
Jace and Manny chat about a few of the issues that they have had a chance to read form this weeks new releases. Jace also gives a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for. The guys also disagree on the worth of Clownhunter from the pages of batman #104, but are warming to the character of Ghost Maker. Meanwhile AfterShock has a couple of quality titles hitting stands, Tom King, Doc Shaner and Mitch Gerads continue to impress in Strange Adventures. Also speaking of Tom King, the long awaited Barman and Catwoman hits stands with its debut issue and three timelines are being explored with gorgeous art from Clay Mann.
Jace talks about a ton of the new books hitting stands the week of November 25, 2020. Including a deep spoiler free dive into John Ridley's The Other History of the DC Universe and it's implications both on the DC Universe as well as out own. Another great boo out this week is Doctor Doom #9 which perfectly encapsulates the work Christopher Cantwell ahs been doing with Victor Von Doom which is bringing a humanity and relatability to the character like never before. Department of Truth #3 is so relevant it is actually disturbing on multiple levels. We have a great end to the latest arc of Flash as well as Fantastic Four Antithesis ending on a pitch perfect tone for the FF. All this, plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
By just about any metric you want to use, this has been the biggest year for Kickstarter ever in terms of creators self-publishing comics. We have seen big names like Scott Snyder & Tony Daniel and publishers, such as Top Cow and Boom Studios all have very successful campaigns. However, we certainly don’t want to overlook that many smaller creators who have also successfully funded their projects on the platform just as they have been doing for many years.
One such project is Like Father, Like Daughter. This superhero comic is currently in the midst of successfully funding it’s seventh issue and is working towards stretch goals at the time of this writing. In this episode Jace chats with series creator and writer Kat Calamia about her experience funding successfully through Kickstarter for previous issues of the property, we also touch on the higher profile creators and publishers turning to crowdsourced funding as a means of producing their projects. Finally we discuss the project itself and how themes of family, belonging and responsibility inform this classic superhero story she is telling.
Jace and Manny take a spoiler free look at some of the books hitting stands today that they have had a chance to read already. The slick Michael Mann feel of Catwoman continues and makes it Jace's Book of the Week. Manny's pick is the latest issue of Dark Nights Death Metal as we take another step closer to having every story matter in the DC Universe. Over in Nightwing we have the resolution of the final threads form Dick Grayson losing his memory and in Aquaman we finally see Arthur and Mera tie the knot. Meanwhile in Batman the Ghostmaker makes his move in Gotham while it appears Harley Quinn will be a big part of the series moving forward. All this and a lot more, plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for today.
Jace and Manny give their spoiler-free thoughts on some of the new release for the week of November 11th. Has Wonder Woman finally found it's stride? What did the Punchline one-shot and Champions 32 have in common? How is Christopher Cantwell getting back to the roots of Iron Man in the new series and how is the third issue such a great example of that? How did the first issue of Taskmaster hit the ground running and will Lobo fans get a kick out of his Death Metal one shot? Also why did Manny pick American Vampire 1976 #2 as his book of the week and what about Jace's pick of Flash? All this plus some talk about Brian K Vaughn's Ex Machina and DC's plans beyond Future State. It all wrapped up with a rundown on some of the other titles hitting stands today that you will want to check out.
Jace chats with Marco Rudy about his Kickstarter campaign for RDW. They discuss the origins of the project, choosing a fantasy setting with relevant & grounded story elements and mixing concepts of the folklore from different cultures.
Jace and Manny talk about a record 19 books they have read from this weeks new comic releases. Lots of spoiler-free talk about the end of 3 Jokers, did it live up to the hype? Also how does Kevin Shinick do the second time around on Flash? How does Manny feel about one of his favorite titles ending, Red Hood? Batgirl is also coming to an end and the guys talk about that and how it ties into Joker War, and Detective Comics also gives us some of the fallout from Joker War and introduces us to a new villain. Rise of the New God may be the best Death Metal issue yet from James Tynion and we also get the second issue of Tynion's Department of Truth. Lots of other books reviewed spoiler-free as well as a run down of some of the other titles this week you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace looks at a ton of books hitting stands today. Tony Stark is getting back to basics and it is reminding Jace of one of his favorite eras of Iron Man ever. Speaking of back to basics, what is James Tynion IV doing with Batman now that the Joker War has ended and will fans like it? We've got a great version of Harley Queen from the Batman: White Knight version of the DCU, just what is it that Jace likes so much about her? Miles to go from AfterShock is a real highlight this week, giving us more of the gritty, down to earth crime noir that writer B. Clay Moore is noted for. A couple of Death Metal tie-ins are out today exploring the Robin King and the Death Metal version of the Justice League. Also more Joker war fallout for Nightwing and Catwoman in their respective titles. Jae breaks down the third issue of Maestro and talks about how the series is not what he expected. Fantastic Four #25 and Spider-Woman 100 both celebrate what is at the core of their respective characters and set up interesting storylines going forward. Also Chip Zdarsky does what he does best in both Stillwater #2 and Daredevil #23, explore character dynamics and in turn the draws the readers in as he explores interesting themes. Also Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace chats with NFL star Lance Briggs, former All-Pro LB for the Chicago Bears and favorite of the show, writer Kyle Higgins about their current Kickstarter campaign The Trap.Lance, a lifelong comic fan and Kyle are crafting a story and a world with relevant themes of today's have's and have-not's. Along with an incredibly talented team of co-creators, the story Lance and Kyle are telling is one with it's roots in empathy and the acknowledgment that we are all more alike than different. This project features incredible art from rising star artist Danilo Beyruth, spectacular colors by the talented color artist Tamra Bonvillain, brought to life through the letters of Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou and wrapped in a gorgeous package by designer Sasha E. Head. Be sure to check out the campaign and pledge so you can be a part of helping this amazing project come to life.
Jace and Manny give a little spoiler-free talk about some of the issues hitting comic shops today. Is Death Metal finally finding it's footing now that we are on issue #4? How do the guys feel about Wonder Woman now that the second arc with the new creative team is kicking off? Speaking of new creative teams, Flash has a new writer for the first time in a long while and Jace talks about what we might expect going forward. Strange Adventures continues to be a strong title and Rorschach, the latest title from writer Tom King is book of the week for Jace. Plus Commanders in Crisis and We Live are a couple of independent titles you may want to try out. Also Jace gives a run down on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for along with some original art talk involving a classic cover expected to go for over $2 million!
Jace and Manny talk about some of the books hitting comic stores today. Manny's Book of the Week celebrates Halloween and the Swamp Thing TV show debuting on the CW by telling some great stories about DC resident plant/hero. Jace loves the great Black Widow story from Kelly Thompson and Elena Casagrande and we can't wait to find out what Arcade has in store for Natasha. The guys also talk about the conclusion of the Joker War in Batman #100 and what the future might hold for the caped crusader. All this talk is spoiler free, plus Jace give a rundown of some other books you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace is joined by the Bad Idea team to chat about the publisher and their recently announced first wave of titles.
Jace and Manny talk about some of the books hitting comic stores today. Department of Truth by James Tynion IV and Martin Simonds far and away is the best of the bunch and a worthy choice for Book of the Week. We get the second installment of Three Jokers but we don't get a whole lot more answers. How do we feel about the first arc of Wonder Woman finishing up? Len Wein gets a tribute issue re-presenting Giant Size X-Men #1 that is super cool. Joker War Zone gives us a view into Gotham through the eyes of some other Batman family, while Death Metal: Multiverse's End recaps the various crisis's of the DC Universe. Shang Chi returns in his own series while Red Hood's title is coming to a close. Also Jace runs down some other titles you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Manny chat with friend of the show Jesse Mesa Toves about his current Kickstarter campaign Encoding Bushido.It starts with the question, could an A.I. robot be honorable when programed with the code of the Samurai? From that seemingly simple concept an entire world of possibility and a thorough examination of what samurai means and how it ties into what it means to be human begins. Plus the guys reminisce and art, the convention scene and Jesse's beginnings as a creator.
Jace runs down a TON of books that come out today, All spoiler-free thoughts about books from Marvel, DC and a few independents. Just what makes Christopher Cantwell's take on Doctor Doom so perfect? What was the final issue of Joshua Williamson's run on Flash all about and what does it have in common with this week's Speed Metal One-Shot also written by Williamson? Why is Canto such a great bedtime story for kids? Does the second issue of Maestro live up tot he promise of the first? How does the first issue of Juggernaut portray Cain Marko, as a hero or a villain? We've been waiting a long time for X of Swords, so does it live up to the hype? Immortal She-Hulk is a must-read for all fans of Immortal Hulk. Daredevil artist Francesco Mobili is a star in the making. Karla Pacheco continues to add the the history of SpiderWoman in the best way possible. Plus Jace covers issues from Image and Aftershock as well. Also he runs down some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for, especially Unkindness of Ravens.
Jace and Manny talk about some books that are hitting comic shops today. What does the future hold for the Catwoman title under writer Ram V and why does it have them both so excited? Why does Jace think this is the perfect time for Milestone to return? What stories from the SUPER-sized Detective Comics #1027 dd the guys like best and do they agree? You;ll have to listen in to find out the answers to all these questions. Also a quick discussion on who will be the face of DC moving forward. Plus Jace gives a rundown on some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace talks with writer Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz about his current Kickstarter Campaign Area 51: The Helix Project.
Jace and Manny give some thoughts about some of today's comics they have already read, plus a run down of some other titles you might want to be on the lookout for. Just what is Jace's Book of the Week and why is it so surprising? How does the debut of Ultraman from Marvel come across? What are Wraith's ties to the symbiotes? Why is Wonder Woman working with Maxwell Lord? What about the new Superman "villain" Synmar, what is he all about? These are just a few of the questions we will answer as we go over some titles and discuss them WITHOUT spoilers!
Jace and Manny give you some insight into some of the new comics that are hitting stands this week that they have already read. Falling in love with your phone's A.I. in Lonely Receiver #1, a new take on Black Widow where a fun, classic villain shows up and a third generation comic creator, Emma Kubert, launches an Image series. The Batman story in Justice League has fascinating ramifications for Bruce Wayne's future that likely will go unrealized, as will the potential for what might have been with the Shazam title which is ending in this week's issue #14. Also we get an interesting take on Hellblazer, where it's all about what we can actually see versus what is implied. Finally Jace gives a rundown on some other titles hitting comic shops today you might want to be on the lookout for.
Jace chats with comic writer David Pepose about his current Kickstarter campaign for his series The O.Z. Described as The Hurt Locker taking place in the Land of OZ, there's so much nuance here. Pepose talks with Jace about the importance of examining trauma in storytelling as well as the impact that real world events have on us that can also be examined in that way. Plus we have incredible artwork by Ruben Rojas as well as great color work and lettering by Whitney Cogar and DC Hopkins, respectively.
Jace breaks down the final issue of the epic cosmic story that introduced the Marvel Universe to Thanos. Jim Starlin wraps up the story with Captain Marvel victorious, but not in the way you might think. Also why does Captain Marvel mourn even though he won the battle? Jace also talks about the level of respect Captain Marvel gained and how he grew throughout this initial story by Starlin. The art by Starlin is also classic and bombastic with the flair for detail that has become synonymous with the artist over the years. How might this tremendous work look with today's production values? We can only speculate. Thanos, as you might expect won't stay vanquished for long and we will continue with the reading order soon as we find out just how Thanos will return!
Jace breaks down the final issue of the epic cosmic story that introduced the Marvel Universe to Thanos. Jim Starlin wraps up the story with Captain Marvel victorious, but not in the way you might think. Also why does Captain Marvel mourn even though he won the battle? Jace also talks about the level of respect Captain Marvel gained and how he grew throughout this initial story by Starlin. The art by Starlin is also classic and bombastic with the flair for detail that has become synonymous with the artist over the years. How might this tremendous work look with today's production values? We can only speculate. Thanos, as you might expect won't stay vanquished for long and we will continue with the reading order soon as we find out just how Thanos will return!
Jace continues his examination of the first cosmos spanning Thanos story from legendary creator Jim Starlin. Today's episode breakdown Avengers #125 as the fleet Thanos sent to Earth is about to attack and only the Avengers stand between them and the earth downfall. This is the penultimate issue of the story Starlin has been crafting since Iron Man #55, but we have the incredible Steve Englehart writing this one. Why does Thanos refuse to help his fleet when they are confronted by Earth's Mightiest Heroes? What scheme is Thanos up to now? How will it impact his godhood going forward? Will this choice lead to a victory for the Avengers and Captain Marvel or will Thanos's plans finally bear fruit? Great bronze age epic & heroic storytelling from Englehart as he sets up the finale from Starlin in Captain Marvel #33
Also this issue has classic John Buscema & Dave Cockrum art and an incredibly striking cover.
Jace chats with writer T.E. Marshall about his current Kickstarter campaign for In Teddy We Trust. What happens when an evil demon legion returns? You turn to the man who defeated them the first time, even if that man is a teddy bear. Even if that man is the resurrected Theodore Roosevelt in the body of a robotic teddy bear. Learn more about the story and the campaign from the creator of this awesome upcoming title.
Jace and Manny give a spoiler free look at some of the titles hitting stands today that they have already read. We talk more in depth about Three Jokers and what we think the impact of the long lead time for this series may be. Also some speculation on the current state of Detective Comics with writer Peter J. Tomasi and where will Joshua Williamson go next now that his Flash run is literally heading to its Finish Line? Why did Mikel Janin seemingly leave the Wonder Woman title already? Plus what makes Canto such a great bedtime story for kids of all ages. Finally, Jace gives a rundown of other issues you may want to be on the lookout for hitting your comic racks today.
Jace chats with Jimmy Palmiotti in a wide ranging interview. They finally discuss the 2002 Wildstorm series 21 Down, how Jimmy and Justin Gray initially envisioned the series, what might have been, chances of getting the rights back and even some dream casting for a movie. Also the guys talk about the current Kickstarter campaign for issue #2 of Jimmy and Dave Johnson's Pop Kill series. The recent changes at DC prompt a conversation of what Jimmy's first year as DC publisher would look like and a little Puchline compared to Harley talk. Then finally they finish up with some fan talk about conventions, back issues, original art and the comic community in general. This one really has it all.
Jace and Manny go over all the panel for the DC Fandome happening on August 22, 2020.
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Jace takes a deep dive back into the world of Age of X-Man with a look at Apocalypse and the X-tracts #1 and Marvelous X-Men #2. What is the peace, love and harmony message that Apocalypse is teaching? Is it genuine coming from someone who has always wanted to conquer? Meanwhile over in the Marvelous X-Men issue, we see cracks start to form in the supposed Utopia X-Man has created. The desire for connection as well as past memories seem to be putting everything X-Man has built at risk. Plus the battle with the Transnian government comes to a conclusion in X-Force #4 as we discover just who is on the other side of the time portal. We'll give you a hint, it is someone we suspected and named when we talked about the first issue.
Jace gives a spoiler free look at some of the titles hitting stands today. As well as rundown of some other issues you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace joins DarkKnightNation & Comic Boom on the DKN Let's Talk Comics YouTube Live for a GIANT-Sized discussion about the recent news of layoffs at DC Comics editorial. What actually happened? What are some of the reasons behind it and what do we expect to happen going forward?
Jace has a good, long chat with comic artist John McCrea about his Kickstarter project The Mighty World of McCrea. Plus some Hero Initiative talk as well as a mention of John's next project with Gerry Duggan, Rocket Station Charlie.
Jace and Manny give a spoiler free look at some of the titles hitting stands today. We talk some DC News and a rundown of some other issues you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace breaks down the first two issues of Tim Seeley & Corin Howell's Dark Red from AfterShock comics. A blend of horror and crime set in rural America, this creative is examining the politics of today through the lens of vampires which makes for a fascinating narrative.
Jace takes a deep dive into part 3 of Leviathan Rising. We see Lois's reaction to Amanda Waller's revelation about Superman's secret identity, as well as a silver age type ending that you have to see to believe.
Jace breaks down the classic Captain Marvel #32 from 1974 as Jim Starlin crafts his epic tale of Thanos. This is the cosmic story that started it all and introduced the world to the villain who would become one of the Marvel universe’s most popular antagonists.
Jace and Manny give a spoiler free look at some of the titles hitting stands today. We talk some Amanda Waller and a rundown of some other issues you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Manny break down the incredible crime noir series Hot Lunch Special from AfterShock comics. Do you live family driven crime drama? Are you a fan of Fargo or No Country for Old Men? Then we have the perfect comic for you!
Jace breaks down Leviathan Rising part II as more of the DC Universe's clandestine organizations are undergoing attack by this mysterious group. Plus a shocking revelation about Amanda Waller's knowledge of Superman.
Jace breaks down the classic Captain Marvel #31 from 1973 as Jim Starlin crafts his epic tale of Thanos. This is the cosmic story that started it all and introduced the world to the villain who would become one of the Marvel universe's most popular antagonists.
Jace and Manny discuss the news from SDCC 2020 ComicCon@home. Plus they give their Top 10 lists for things they did and did not miss about not attending the convention in person this year.
Jace gives a spoiler free look at some of the titles hitting stands today. Plus a rundown of some other issues you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Manny give a spoiler free look at some of the titles hitting stands today. Plus a rundown of some other issues you may want to be on the lookout for.Jace and Manny give a spoiler free look at some of the titles hitting stands today. Plus a rundown of some other issues you may want to be on the lookout for.
Jace and Jon-Paul break down Age of X-Man: NextGen #1 & X-Force #2. The world X-Man created continues to reveal itself and all is not well, is seems there may be something sinister behind the scenes. Meanwhile in X-Force #2, the team is being hunted by the Transian government and we get our first clues as to who may be supplying them weapons.
Jace and Jon-Paul break down Age of X-Man: NextGen #1 & X-Force #2. The world X-Man created continues to reveal itself and all is not well, is seems there may be something sinister behind the scenes. Meanwhile in X-Force #2, the team is being hunted by the Transian government and we get our first clues as to who may be supplying them weapons.
Mandy, Alana and Tommy of the Near Mint Book Club give their thoughts on Superman - Up in the Sky by creators Tom King, Andy Kubert, Sandra Hope, Brad Anderson and Clayton Cowles. Plus some crazy convention talk for those of you missing the insanity of con season!
The Comic Source Crew talks about 30 Must-Read Series, Runs and Graphic Novels that are readily available that you should check out while you are stuck at home. (so with Honorable Mentions it is closer to 40, but that just means more comics for you all to read)
Jace chats with comic creator Rob Liefeld about his IDW series Shame Eyes: Deadgame. Plus how Rob has been helping retailers in their time of need and his thoughts on starting a podcast of his own.
Jace and Jon-Paul breakdown Uncanny X-Men #11 as Logan and Scott Summers come together to begin their search for the X-Men. Also they take a look at just what kind of world X-Man has created as we learn more in Marvelous X-Men #1
Jace and Manny are joined by Dark Knight Nation to discuss the launch of the latest big DC Comics event, Dark Night: Metal #1. The opinions on the issue are varied as the guys break down what worked and what didn't. Plus, tons of talk about the future of DC and who might be the next Publisher/Editor in Chief.
Jace is joined by a very special guests to give a review of the first DC Super Hero Girls movie.
Jace and Manny do a story by story breakdown of the landmark 1000th issue of Detective Comics. How does it measure up to Action 1000? Plus the guys wax nostalgic on old Batman movies and some Arkham video game talk.
Joins Jace and Jon-Paul as they discuss the events leading up to the death of Cyclops and how they impacted his recent return from the dead.
Jace discusses the future of comics and the challenges of the Corona Virus Pandemic with Newsarama Editor Chris Arrant
Jace, Manny and Jon Paul look back over some of their favorite titles, stories and creators of 2019
Jace chats about a few of the books coming out March 20th, 2020 and runs down a list of other titles you may be interested in fro today
Jace talks about a few of the books coming out today he has already read. Plus a rundown of some other titles you may be interested in.
Jace chats with the creator of one of the hottest WEBTOON strips, Rachel Smythe of Lore Olympus
Jace talks about some DC titles hitting stands this week he has already read. Plus a rundown on some other titles you may want to check out.
Join Jace as he chats with writer Zack Kaplan in this LRM Exclusive interview about his upcoming Sci-Fi Western from AfterShock Comics
Jace is joined by Comic Boom and Darknight Nation to discuss Dan DiDio's departure from DC Comics
Jace chats with creator Dan Schkade about his Ringo and Eisner nominated digital comic Lavender Jack
In this episode we discuss; Find out more details about Jupiter Jet and the Forgotten Radio HERE! Jupiter Jet Volume 2 is coming! Check it out on Kickstarter WEBTOON Wednesday – Crumbs with Danie Stirling The Comic Source Podcast Episode … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jupiter Jet Returns in Volume 2; Jupiter Jet and the Forgotten Radio CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS! WEBTOON Wednesday – Da Yomanville Gang with Jason King The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1197 Check out Da Yomanville … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Brimstone & Roses with Mei Rothschild The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1187 Check out Brimstone and Roses on WEBTOON Intro Background with Comics Education & becoming a creator Previous work Brimstone and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast WEBTOON Wednesday Rot & Ruin & Other Things with Jonathan Mayberry Check out Rot & Ruin on WEBTOON Intro Background with comics Storytelling as a profession Highlights of your previous works … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Blue Milk Special & Heartwired with Leanne & Rod Hannah The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1047 Check out Blue Milk Special on WEBTOON Check out Heartwired on WEBTOON Intro History with Comics … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Kind of Love > The Break Up The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1147 Check out Kind of Love > The Break Up on WEBTOON Intro History with comics Journey to creator … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Third Shift Society with Meredith Moriarty The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1127 Check out Third Shift Society on WEBTOON Intro History with comics Artistic Education Previous Work Third Shift Society Elevator Pitch, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast WEBTOON Wednesday CANVAS with Jes Krampe Check out Canvas on WEBTOON Give us your background and how you got started with WEBTOON and CANVAS What is involved in being a … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Darbi with Sherard Jackson The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1107 Check out Darbi on WEBTOON Intro History with comics Journey toward becoming a creator Previous work Darbi Give us an idea of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Pound with Orlando Caicedo The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1097 Check out Pound on WEBTOON Intro History with comics Transition to creator Previous Work Pound What’s the story about Rundown of the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Everywhere and Nowhere with Merryweathery The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1087 Checkout Everywhere and Nowhere on WEBTOON Intro Background with comics Choosing a career telling stories The early years Everywhere and Nowhere … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Waffles & Pancakes with DT Saranya The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1077 Check out Waffles & Pancakes on WEBTOON Intro History with comics Transition to creator Previous work Waffles & Pancakes Tell … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Cat Loaf Adventures with Kyutepastry The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1067 Check out Cat Loaf Adventures on WEBTOON Intro History with comics Transition to creator Previous Work Cat Loaf Adventures Tell us … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Spotlight on Canvas with Danika Harrod The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1057 Check out Canvas on WEBTOON Learn how to get started on Canvas with Creator 101 Intro Background with Comics How … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Soul on Hold with Austen Marie The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1047 Check out Soul on Hold on WEBTOON Intro History with comics Transition to Creator Previous Work Soul on Hold Give … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Unlucky Is As Lucky Does The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1037 Check out Unlucky Is As Lucky Does on WEBTOON Intro History with comics Transitioning to Creator Previous Work Unlucky Tell us … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Spotlight on Canvas with Hisekii The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1027 Check out CANVAS on WEBTOON Intro Background with comics Becoming a creator Previous work Canvas Give us an overview of Canvas … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Witch Creek Road with Garth Matthams The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1017 Check out Witch Creek Road on WEBTOON The Comic Source Podcast WEBTOON Wednesday Witch Creek Road Intro Background with … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Let’s Play Season Two with Leeanne “Mongie” Krecic The Comic Source Podcast Episode #1007 Check out Let’s Play on WEBTOON Intro Remind everyone about your background and how you got started with … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Brass & Sass with Enlik The Comic Source Podcast Episode #997 Check out Brass & Sass on WEBTOON Intro Give us your history with comics Previous work Brass & Sass Tell us … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Room of Swords with Toonimated The Comic Source Podcast Episode #987 Check out Room of Swords on WEBTOON Into History with Comics Previous work Room of Swords Give us an idea … Continued
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In this episode w discuss; Valiant Sunday – Dr. Mirage with Mags Visaggio The Comic Source Podcast Episode #981 The Comic Source Podcast Valiant Sunday Dr. Mirage with Magdalene Visaggio Intro History with comics Previous work Dr Mirage Give … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 977 FLASHBACK – WEBTOON: Spotlight on Nothing Special with Katie Cook We flashback to our first WEBTOON Wednesday where Jace kicks off the weekly spotlight on some of the amazing … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Bloodshot with Tim Seeley from SDCC 2019 The Comic Source Episode #971 Jace chats with writer Tim Seeley at SDCC 2019 about his plans for Bloodshot. They discuss picking up threads from … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Fever King with Victoria Lee The Comic Source Podcast Episode 967 Check out The Fever King on Webtoon THe Comic Source Podcast WEBTOON Wednesday The Fever King Intro Give us your … Continued
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In this episode: Jace chats with Tom Akel from Graphite comics about the first SDCC for the digital comic delivery platform. The signings, the upcoming plans for User Generated Content and more! Plus Jace runs down his top 10(ish) titles … Continued
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In this episode; Live from SDCC, Jace talks with artist Scott Hampton and color artist Jennifer Lange about bring the world of Neil Gaiman’s American Gods to life. They discuss the challenge of translating prose to sequential art while evoking … Continued
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In this episode: Live from the IDW booth at SDCC 2019, Jace talks with writer Chris Jaymes about his Original Graphic Novel Sons of Chaos. Based on the real-life history of the Greek War for Independence, this story is immersive … Continued
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In this episode: Live from the floor of SDCC 2019, Jace talks with the legendary creator, Walt Simonson. They discuss Walt’s early interest in Norse Mythology and the reasons he loves to expand on those myths as a writer. Also … Continued
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In this episode; Live from the floor of SDCC 2019, Jace talks with friend of the show Phillip Sevy about his new series coming from Dark Horse, Triage. His most personal work to date, Triage focuses on Evie, a nurse … Continued
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In this episode: Jace chats with writer Cullen Bunn at San Diego Comic Con about his current series with Valiant Punk Mambo. They discuss making Mambo relatable, the mystery of the big bad and Cullen returning to a shared universe. … Continued
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In this episode: Jace talks with the writer of Blade Runner 2019 for Titan Comics, Mike Johnson. They discuss the origins of the project and how it will build off of what was originally conceived in the 1982 Sci-Fi classic. … Continued
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In this episode: Jace sits down with Impact theory founder Tom Bilyeu to check on on their hit comic Neon Future. Plus Tom teases some upcoming projects with other celebrities who are looking to use their influence to positively impact … Continued
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In this episode; Jace visits with writer Jeff Lemire & artist Michael Walsh at San Diego Comic Con to talk about their big project at Dark Horse. The Black Hammer world and characters that Jeff has created are crossing over … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with one of our favorite humans, Cas Anvar. Right before Cas presented an award at the Eisners and the day before tons of exciting Expanse info dropped for Season 4 on Amazon Prime,Jace got a … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with comic creator Jim Starlin. From his early days creating the mythos of Thanos to Dreadstar and beyond, Starlin has been a true giant in the medium, Hear him talk about being a part of … Continued
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In this episode; Jace and Joseph Medina from LRM Online chat with Bloodshot director Dave Wilson. They discuss how Dave feels about establishing the look of the Valiant Universe on the big screen, just how much Dave has enjoyed bringing … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – The Kiss Best with Ingrid Ochoa The Comic Source Podcast Episode #957 Check out The Kiss Bet on WEBTOON Intro Background with comics, did you grow up reading them? Preference for … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with writer Gail Simone about the upcoming Catalyst Prime Universe shattering event; SEVEN DAYS. What happens when a all-powerful villain comes to Earth and says everyone only has seven days left to live? Gail also … Continued
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In this episode: Jace chats with Legendary editor Karen Berger. They discuss Karen’s imprint at Dark Horse, Berger Books, how the titles are selected and the challenge of cutting through the noise of today’s plethora of content. Plus Karen shares … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; San Diego Comic Con 2019 Preview – Graphite Comics with Tom Akel The Comic Source Podcast Episode #947 Visit the Graphite Comics Website The Comic Source Podcast SDCC Preview Graphite Comics with Tom Akel … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Code Adam with Atterozen The Comic Source Podcast Episode #946 Check out Code Adam on WEBTOON The Comic Source Podcast WEBTOON Wednesday Code Adam with Rozen Intro Give us your background … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; SDCC 2019 Preview – DeviantArt with Justin Maller The Comic Source Podcast Episode #942 The Comic Source Podcast Deviant Art with Justin Maller Intro Background with comics/art/sequentials Deviant Art What is it? Getting started? … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Firebrand Season Two with Erika Lewis The Comic Source Podcast Episode #935 Check out Firebrand on WEBTOON Intro Background with comics Deciding to become a creator Previous Work Firebrand Can you give … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Purple Hyacinth with Emphemerys & Sophism The Comic Source Podcast Episode 925 Check out Purple Hyacinth on WEBTOON Intro Background with comics Deciding to become a creator Previous Work Purple Hyacinth Give … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Killers with B. Clay Moore – Valiant Sunday The Comic Source Podcast Episode 919 Intro History with comics Becoming a creator Previous work Killers Give us an idea of what the story is all … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Rebirth with Michi The Comic Source Podcast Episode 915 Check out Rebirth on WEBTOON Intro Tell us about your history with comics, did you grow up reading them? When did you decide … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Acception with Coco Ouwerkerk The Comic Source Podcast Episode #905 Jace chats with Coco Ouwerkerk, the creator behind Acception. A slice of life story about being true to yourself, accepting who you … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Muted with Miranda Mundt The Comic Source Podcast Episode #895 Jace chats with Miranda Mundt about her strip Muted. Exploring the idea of fitting in, finding your own identity and being who … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Talking Eclipse – One on One with Zack Kaplan Top Cow Thursday The Comic Source Podcast Episode #886 Jace chats with Zack Kaplan, creator of Eclipse, as the series come to a close. Join them … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Gourmet Hound with Leehama The Comic Source Podcast Episode #885 Jace chats with the creator of Gourmet Hound, a fun strip that mixes food and slice of life with a sprinkle of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Castle Swimmer with Wendy Lian Martin The Comic Source Podcast Episode #875 Check out Castle Swimmer on WEBTOON Watch the YouTube Trailer for the strip Intro History with comics Grow up reading … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Psi-Lords with Fred Van Lente – Valiant Sunday The Comic Source Podcast Episode #869 Remind us about your previous work Give us an intro to Psi-Lords How much if any are you drawing from the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Edith with Swansgarden The Comic Source Podcast Episode #865 Check out Edith on WEBTOON Jace chats with the creator of Edith about the trials and tribulations of romance. the pitfalls … Continued
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In this episode we discuss WEBTOON WEDNESDAY – Cape of Spirits with Kristina Nguyen The Comic Source Podcast Episode #855 Jace chats with the creator of a new WEBTOON that has everyone talking, Kristina Nguyen joins to tell us all … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Phoenix Fan Fusion Preview The Comic Source Podcast Episode #853 Jace talks a bit about the upcoming show in Phoenix, Arizona with a run down of guests, a description of the show floor and more! … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – Axed with Emi & Shren The Comic Source Podcast Episode #844 Intro Background with Comics Previous work Axed What the story is all about Target audience Keeping the humor fresh … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: Six Days The Incredible Story of D-Days Lost Chapter – Spotlight with Robert Venditti The Comic Source Podcast Episode #842 Jace chats with writer Robert Venditti about an incredible true story of a relatively unknown … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – Big Jo with Julia Arostegi The Comic Source Podcast Episode #834 Jace chats with the creator of the Big Jo strip on Webtoons, Julia Arestogi. The personal experiences she draws form in … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Chronology Bloodshot # The Comic Source Podcast Episode #828 Jace and Jess break down the second issue of the 2012 Bloodshot series. Also they talk about how it compares to the current … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WEBTOON Wednesday – My Dear Cold Blooded King with Kate “Lifelight” The Comic Source Podcast Episode #824 Jace chats with Kate about her romance strip for WEBTOON My Dear Cold Blooded King Check out My … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday April 24, 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode 823 Jace and Manny talk about a few of the titles hitting stands today that they have already read, plus a run down of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Bloodshot Rising Spirit #6, Forgotten Queen #’s 2-3 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #818 Jace and Jesse breakdown the latest issues of Bloodshot Rising Spirit and The Forgotten Queen. How do they … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – Star Cross with Dean Haspiel The Comic Source Podcast Episode #815 Jace chats with creator Dean Haspiel about the third tale in his New Brooklyn epic. Check out Star Cross on Webtoon … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; AfterShock Monday – Descendent with Stephanie Phillips The Comic Source Podcast Episode #811 Jace chats with Stephanie Phillips, the writer of Descendent, an upcoming title form AfterShock focusing on ancient mysteries, secret societies and conspiracies. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Superman Sunday – Superman Homepage Spotlight with Steve Younis The Comic Source Podcast Episode 810 Jace is joined by Steve Younis from Superman Homepage to talk about the site and discuss all things Superman past … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Life & Death of Toyo Harada #2, Livewire #5, Incursion #3, Punk Mambo #1, Fallen World #1, FCBD #1, Psi-Lords #1 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #809 Jace and Jesse discuss last … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Top Cow Thursday – Port of Earth Returns with Zack Kaplan The Comic Source Podcast Episode #806 Jace talks with writer Zack kaplan and the return of Port of Earth with issue #8 arriving in … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – Brothers Bond with Ryan Benjamin and Kevin Grevioux The Comic Source Podcast Episode #805 Check out Brothers Bond on Webtoon Jace chats with the creators for Brothers Bond, an Eisner Nominated Digital … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday April 10, 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #804 Jace talks about a few titles he has already read among those that are hitting stands on April 10. 2019. He also gives … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Wondercon Clips with Joshua Williamson, April Wahlin & Cecil Castellucci The Comic Source Podcast Episode #803 Jace chats with writers Joshua Williamson about Flash Year One, April Wahlin about her novel Thirteen Offerings and Cecil … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Major X #1 Spotlight – X-Tuesday The Comic Source Podcast Episode #802 Jace gives an overview of Major #1. This is a spoiler filled review so be sur eyou have read the title if you … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Beastlands Kickstarter Spotlight with Curtis Clow The Comic Source Podcast Episode #801 Jace talks with witer Curtis Clow about having his first property, The wild Cosmos picked up by Scout Comics. They also discuss Curtis’s … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Liam Sharp Spotlight from WonderCon The Comic Source Podcast Episode #800 This is the Liam Sharp Spotlight panel live form WonderCon 2019. Liam discusses his early days in the industry, influences on his career, how … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; AfterShock Monday – Mary Shelly Monster Hunter Spotlight with Adam Glass & Olivia Cuartero-Briggs The Comic Source Podcast Episode #799 Jace talks with writers Adam Glass & Olivia Cuartero-Briggs about their upcoming AfterShock title; Mary … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Chronology: Bloodshot #1 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #797 Jace continues the Valiant Chronology with a look at the debut issue of the 2012 Bloodshot series. This was the first book with … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Wondercon Special with Cas Anvar The Comic Source Podcast Episode #796 Jace sits down with multi-talented actor Cas Anvar at WonderCon. They chat about The Expanse and the upcoming season 4 on Amazon and Cas’s … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Neon Future Spotlight with Thomas Bilyeu The Comic Source Podcast Episode #795 Jace chats with Impact Theory Founder Thomas Bilyeu about the impetus of the company, what some of their goals are and their new … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WonderCon 2019 Wrap-Up The Comic Source Podcast Episode #794 Jace and Manny recap WonderCon! The panels, the interviews, creators they saw and talked to, plus a whole lot more. This episode is brought to you … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: Webtoon Wednesday – Luff with Arechan The Comic Source Podcast Episode #793 Jace chats with the creator of the Wentoons Luff & Faust, Arechan. Luff is a wonderful, fun, fascinating & complex look at the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday April 4, 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #792 Jace runs down a few of the titles he’s already read from this week, as well as some other titles you may want … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Major X with Rob Liefeld from WonderCon The Comic Source Podcast Episode #791 Jace sits down with Rob Liefeld at WonderCon in Anaheim to talk all his newest creations Major X. This new character has … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Live with Wondercon with Vita Ayala & Joshua Dysart The Comic Source Podcast Episode #787 This is a live panel recording of the Now is the Perfect Time to Start Reading Valiant panel from … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; WonderCon 2019 Preview The Comic Source Podcast Episode #784 Jace and Manny give a quick preview of Wondercon. Thoughts about the show, things they are looking forward to and Batman!
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In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – SubZero with Junepurr The Comic Source Podcast Episode #782 Jace chats with the creator of the SubZero Webstrip from Webtoon Check out SubZero on Webtoon Intro History with comics Discovering art/Goal … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday March 27, 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #781 Jace and Manny discuss some of today’s new issues as well as giving a run down on other titles you may want to … Continued
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The Comic Source Podcast is giving away several iPads at WonderCon 2019 to celebrate Batman’s 80th Anniversary This coming weekend March 29th through the 31st WonderCon returns to the Anaheim Convention Center for three glorious days of comic books, movies, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; AfterShock Monday – Beyonders #5, Lollipop Kids #4 & Out of the Blue HC The Comic Source Podcast Episode #778 Jace looks at three AfterShock title hitting stands on March 27, 2019 Beyonders #5 Writer … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Chronology Harbinger #10 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #776 Jace finishes up the first big chapter of the Harbinger story with a look at issue #10 Harbinger #10 Writer – Joshua Dysart, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – Murrz with Mary Par The Comic Source Podcast Episode #772 Check out Murrz on Webtoon Jace chats with Webtoon creator Mary park about her slice of life humor strip Murrz, how she … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday March 20, 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #771 Jace and Manny talk about some of the titles being released today that they have already read, plus a run down of some … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; AfterShock Monday – Moth & Whisper & Orphan Age with Ted Anderson The Comic Source Podcast Episode #768 Jace talks with writer Ted Anderson about his recently concluded title from AfterShock Moth & Whisper. also … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Life & Death of Toyo Harada #1, Livewire #4, Incursion #2 & Bloodshot News The Comic Source Podcast Episode #766 Jace and Jesse talk about the soon to be released Life & … Continued
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Jace dives into issue #6 of Brandon Peterson's Arcanum. We get back to some action with an epic fight between the Avatars of Good and the biggest golem we've seen yet. Plus the Baron may not be as neutral as he first appeared, he seems to want to avenge his humiliation at the hand of Matthew Royale. Finally we get a glimpse into the past of Georgi and find out a possible reason why he is such a jerk. Join us for our look at the next book in our Top Cow Chronology
In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – Discover Platform with Jin Kim The Comic Source Podcast Episode #762 Jace chats with Jin Kim about the Discover Platform from Webtoon, where anyone can upload a comic to share with the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday March 13, 2018: The Comic Source Podcast Episode #761 Jace and Manny take a look at a few of the titles hitting stands today as well as a rundown on some other … Continued
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Jace takes a look at three X-Men titles. We see what it means to be imprisoned in the world of the Age of X-Man as Bishop enters a high security facility designed to rehabilitate repeat offenders who won't follow the fascist policies of the world X-Man has created. What do the flashbacks Bishop is having that feel like memories really mean? What about the feelings that he knows some of these fellow prisoners even though he has never met them? All this and some characters that will be familiar to X-fans, like Dani Moonstar, Beast and Polaris! In the first issue of Domino Hotshots Gail Simone and David Baldeon throw in some super spy James Bond vibes, classic super heroines who kick butt and wonderful character interactions, then they shake it all up and what comes out is a fast-paced and fun comic. Plus a surprise guest star appearance on the last page which will have many X-Men fans smiling from ear to ear. Finally, in Uncanny X-Men #13, Matthew Rosenberg, Salvador Larocca and company are developing an instant classic. The book excels in the same way the classic era of Clarment and Byrne did, with spectacular art that serves to enhance a story built on characters and their relationships to each other. Rosenberg's love and passion for the X-Men shines through with every bit of dialogue as does Larocca's with each panel.
In this episode we discuss; Jace and Nick debate whether the proliferation of comic book properties and characters into other media, especially movies, has hurt or helped the industry overall.
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In this episode we discuss; AfterShock Monday – Replica #4 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #758 Jace look at the fourth issue of Replica#4 as the motivations of the Scarlet are revealed and we start to get answers to the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Chronology – Harbinger #9 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #756 Jace continues the Valiant Chronology with a look at Harbinger #9, an issue dedicated to Faith and her beginnings. we find out … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Marvel Chronology – Thanos Reading Order Daredevil #107 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #755 Jace finishes up the three story arc of Daredevil that ties into the epic Thanos story Jim Starlin created in some … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jace takes an in-depth look at the debut title from Rob Sheridan form DC’s Vertigo, High Level. What happens to the world after it rebuilds post-apocalypse? How will society change? Listen in to find out … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Top Cow Thursday – Eclipse #13 & Vindication #2 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #753 Jace and Manny take a look at two great titles from Top Cow, the retunr of fna favorite, Eclipse and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – Caster with Austin Harrison The Comic Source Podcast Episode #752 Jace is joined by Austin Harrison from Noble Transmission a digital media company creating new and exciting characters and stories, to discuss … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday March 6, 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #751 Jace and Manny look at a few of the titles hitting stands for the first Wednesday of March 2019, as well as a … Continued
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Jace breaks down three X-titles as he examines the inherent injustice and persecution evident in X-Man's world in the pages of X-Tremeists #1. Wolverine is recruited to search for the missing Infinity stones by Loki and Kid Cable seems to reach an understanding with the members of X-Force
Jace talks about a few recent Marvel books he has read. The action really ramps up in Avengers No Road Home #3 as the Avengers begin to try and gather the shards of Nyx's power before she can reclaim them. Daredevil tries to discover who has framed him for murder in the second issue of the Zdarsky run, but the truth may be even more unexpected than he can imagine. Doom shows his arrogance while fighting Galactus and the whole world may pay the price. Marvel Comics Presents #2 has a fast-paced Wolverine story with fantastic art. Finally in Daredevil #24 from the Charles Soule run, Matt gets ready for his toughest challenge yet, the Supreme Court!
In this episode we discuss; AfterShock Monday: A Walk Through Hell #8 & Oberon #2 Previews The Comic Source Podcast Episode #748 Jace takes a spoiler-free look at a couple of AfterShock titles hitting stands this Wednesday. A Walk Through … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Superman Sunday – Superman #8 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #747 Jace dives DEEP into Superman #8 as Jon Kent begins to tell the story of his adnetures in sapce with his grandfather, Jor-El. Superman … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Incursion #1 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #746 Jace and Jesse breakdown the first issue of Incursion, take an in-depth look t the new villain Virago and speculate on how this story … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Marvel Chronology – Thanos Reading Order Daredevil #745 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #106 Jace continues his look at the early years of Thanos with the second part of the Thanos related story in Daredevil. … Continued
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Jace and Manny break down issue #18 of Justice League focusing on the history of the totality and how it ties into the past of Vandal Savage and Lex Luthor. Also an in depth look at Heroes in Crisis #5, with lots of Harley talk & much praise for the work of Clay Mann. Plus the talk ranges far and wide discussing Punchline, running out of room for physical comics, Wonder Woman fanny packs and a whole lot more. Don't miss this episode!
In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – Warning Label & Cupid’s Arrows with Thom Zahler The Comic Source Podcast Episode #742 Join Jace for another Webtoon Wednesday as creator Thom Zahler talks about his recently concluded Webtoon strip and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday – February 27, 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #741 Jace talks about a few of the titles that hits stands on the last week of February 2019 and a preview of … Continued
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Jace takes a look at the finale of Wolverine return as we learn what Persephone has planned for Logan and the rest of the planet. We see the world of Age of X-Man through the eyes of its most famous X-Men team member and movie star, Nightcrawler. Plus, now that Scott and Logan have teamed up, what is their forst step in finding their lost teammates?
Jace and Jay chat about some recent Marvel titles they have read. Hawkeye is having doubts about his ability to hang with the big dogs in Avengers No Road Home #2, Over in Guardians of the Galaxy #2 we are seeing a side of Eros we've never seen before as the machinations of his deceased brother, Thanos, seem to be affecting him quite deeply. Miles Morales shares an inspirational moment with Captain America in Spider-Man #3. Peter Quill continues to struggle with the loss of his family while Doctor Strange deals with his diminished powers. Finally in Daredevil #23, the consequences of the plan Matt Murdock has undertaken began to be felt and we start to wonder if Matt made the right choice after all.
In this episode we discuss; AfterShock Monday: Mary Shelley: Monster Hunter, Dark Red & Out of the Blue First Impressions The Comic Source Podcast Episode #738 Jace gives his initial thoughts on three titles from AfterShock hitting stands very soon. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Superman Sunday – Chronology World of Metropolis #3 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #737 Jace returns to the Post-Crisis Superman Chronology with World of Metropolis #3, just what were Clark’s early days in the big … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Punk Mambo #1 Preview & Bloodshot: PRS #3-4 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #736 Jace gives his thoughts on Punk Mambe #1 from writer Cullen Bunn & artist Adam Gorham, plus he … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Marvel Chronology: Thanos Reading Order – Daredevil #105 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #735 Jace continues his look at the early history of Thanos by checking out the first part of a three issue arc … Continued
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Jace and Manny dive deep into some great titles. What is the secret past that Martian Manhunter & Lex Luthor share? James Bond learns his craft in the early years of his career and just who is the mysterious figure in the last panel of Skyward #10.
The chronology marches on as we reach a very significant issue in Brandon Peterson's Arcanum. Issue #5 is all about Matthew Royale, where did he come from? How did he gain his powers? Not too mention, most importantly to Ramat and his fellow Avatars of Good, what is his plan and how can he be stopped. Join Jace as he breaks down the issue to find out all this and more!
In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – Lavender Jack with Dan Schkade The Comic Source Podcast Episode #732 Jace talks with the creator of Lavender Jack, Dan Schkade about drawing inspiration for the series, the timelessness of its … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday February 20, 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #731 Jace talks about a few of the titles hitting shelves today he has already read, plus a run down on some other titles … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; AfterShock Monday – Stronghold Spotlight with Phil Hester The Comic Source Podcast Episode 728 Jace chats with writer Phil Hester about hsi new title from AfterShock – Stronghold. It’s a big idea with a surprisingly … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Superman Sunday – Action Comics #1007 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #727 Jace talks about the first part of the Leviathan Rising arc from Action Comics and why he still has reservations about what is … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday Chronology – Harbinger #8 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #726 Jace continues his look at the seminal book from Valiant, Harbinger. The Renegades recruit another member as PRS is closing in. Habinger #8 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Marvel Chronology: Thanos Reading Order – Marvel Feature #12 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #725 Jace continues to look at the early history of Thanos with this classic tale of an Iron/Thing team up. Krushing … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jace sits down with the creator or unOrdinary, Uru-Chan as they chat about the themes to be explored in the series, the have’s & the have not’s of the story and Uru-Chan’s origin with Webtoon. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday February 13, 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #721 Jace take a look at a few of the books hitting stand February 13th, plus he runs down some other titles you may … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; AfterShock Monday – A Chat with Ryan Parrott The Comic Source Podcast Episode #718 Jace discuss two great AfterShock titles, Volition and the newly released Oberon as the writer of this two intriguing titles, Ryan … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Superman Sunday – Top 5 Superman Artists The Comic Source Podcast Episode #717 Jace is joined by fellow Superman Superfan Jason Inman of The Geek History Lesson to discuss the greatest Superman artists of all … Continued
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In this issue we discuss; Valiant Sunday – Incursion with Alex Paknadel The Comic Source Podcast Episode #716 Jace chats with Alex Paknadel about getting his start in comics, the Incursion title and what it means for Gilad, the Eternal … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Marvel Chronology – Thanos Reading Order: Captain Marvel #30 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #715 Krushing Crisis – Definitive Thanos Reading Order Jae continues his look a the early history of Thanos by the legendary … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Spotlight Friday – Justice League Annual #1, WWE Forever #1 & Oblivion Song #1 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #714 Jace and Manny talk about the end of the first chapter of the epic Totality … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Top Cow Thursday – Freeze #3 & Vindication #1 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #713 Jace and Manny dive deep into Freeze #3 and also talk aboout the debut issue of Vindication, a story relevant … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday February 6, 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #712 Jace and Manny gives some thoughts on a few of the comics hitting stands today, as well as a run down on some … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: Webtoon Wednesday – Outrage with Fabian Nicieza & Reilly Brown The Comic Source Podcast Episode #711 Jace is joined by two industry veterans to talk about their smash hit Webtoon strip Outrage. The legendary Fabian Nicieza & … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; AfterShock Monday – Oberon #1 Preview The Comic Source Podcast Episode #708 Jace gives his thoughts on the upcoming Oberon title from AfterShock after having read issue #1 Oberon #1 Writer – Ryan Parrot, Artist … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Superman Sunday – Superman #7 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #707 Jace breaks down issue #7 of the Superman title. as Jon Kent returns to earth. What does this mean for the Kent family … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Valiant Sunday – State of Valiant 2019 The Comic Source Podcast Episode 706 Jace chats with Valiant Senior editorial Director Robert Myers about the current state of their universe. Robert also looks back on the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Marvel Chronology – Thanos Reading Order: Captain Marvel #29 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #705 Krushing Crisis – Definitive Thanos Reading Order Jace continues his look at the early history of Thanos with an in-depth … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Spotlight Friday – Justice League #16 & Freedom Fighters #2 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #704 Jace takes a in-depth look at some recent DC’s books. Justice League #16 Writers – Scott Snyder & James … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Best of 2018 – Podcast Crossover with Los Fanboys The Comic Source Podcast Episode #703 Jace & Manny join Joseph & Kyle from the Los Fanboys podcast for an epic crossover to talk about some … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Webtoon Wednesday – Siren’s Lament Spotlight The Comic Source Podcast Episode #702 Jace chats with Instant Miso the creator behind the hit Webtoon series Siren’s Lament. Check out Siren’s Lament on Webtoon Siren’s Lament … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday January 30, 2018 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #701 Jace takes a look at a few of the titles that hit stands on January 30, 2018. He also runs down a few … Continued
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Jace talks about some marvel books in depth starting with the fall out of the death of Thanos in Guardians of the Galaxy #1. It's a whole lot of Marvel cosmic action with a whole lot of cosmic Marvel characters. Next up is Immortal Hulk #12 where we continue to explore good & evil. We have an interesting revelation about the Kingpin & how he feels about Daredevil and Matt Murdock in Man Without Fear #4, the best issue of the series in Jace's mind. Over in Superior Spider-Man #2 we find out if Otto Octavius has what it takes as the Superior Spider-Man to take out Terrax, the former herald of Galactus. Finally, we see Charles Soule us an old narrative device in a fresh way in the pages of Daredevil to spectacular results!
In this episode we discuss; Best of 2018 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #700 Jace and Manny are joined by listener Jon-Paul as they discuss the best comic books, stories and creators of 2018. So many great titles and plenty … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Volition – AfterShock Monday The Comic Source Podcast Episode #698 Jace breaks down the first three issues of Volition and gives his thoughts on issue #4 which hits stands soon. Just who is behind the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Superman Sunday: Supergirl #26 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #697 Jace takes a look at Supergirl #26 as Kara’s quest for the truth about Rogol Zaar hits a detour to the Vega Sector and she … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Punk Mambo with Adam Gorham – Valiant Sunday The Comic Source Podcast Episode #696 Jace chats with artist Adam Gorham about his upcoming title from Valiant, Punk Mambo, how excited he is to be working … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Thanos Chronology – Captain Marvel #28 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #695 Krushing Crisis – Definitive Thanos Reading Order Jace continues our look at the history of Thanos with a deep dive into Captain Marvel … Continued
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Jace continues the chronology by breaking down issue #3 of Brand Peterson's Arcanum. The Avatars of Good have a plan, although it may be suicide they are determined to break into the Athenaeum Theurigical face off against Franklin Blake, the Avatars of Evil and the Theurgists who serve them and rescue Ming Chang. Rescuing Chang and having her join wiht he Avatars of Good is the only way to balance the two opposing factions and give Ramat and his team a chance at victory. Too bad things do not go according to plan.
In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 692 New Comic Wednesday January 23, 2018 Jace talks about 9 different titles hitting stands today as well as running down some other series you may want to check out! … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 691 Webtoons Wednesday – Metaphorical HER with James Maddox Jace chats with the writer of one of the latest hits from Webtoons; James Maddox. They discuss the title Metaphorical HER, the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Uncanny X-Men #10 Spotlight The Comic Source Podcast Episode #690 Jace looks at the final issue of the X-Men Disassembled storyline as the battle with X-Man reaches an unexpected conclusion. Uncanny X-Men #10 Writers – … Continued
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Jace takes a look at the Marvel books that hit stands on January 16, 2019. Plus we continue our in-depth look at the Charles Soule Era of Daredevil.
In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode #688 Replica #3 Spotlight Jace continues his look at his favorite AfterShock title of all-time. the humorous sci-fi epic Replica. What details are discovered about the mystery assassin Trevor is … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode #687 Superman Sunday – World of Metropolis #2 Spotlight: Jace continues the Post-Crisis Superman Chronology with the second of the prequel mini-series by John Byrne establishing the new history of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode #686 Valiant Sunday: Faith Dreamside #4 & Shadowman #11 Jace and Jesse talk about the end of the latest Faith mini-series and how it might affect the character going. Plus … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Thanos Chronology – Captain Marvel #27 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #685 Krushing Crisis – Definitive Thanos Reading Order We continue our Thanos Chronology with Thanos’s plans becoming more clear, Captain Marvel meets Mentor and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jace and Manny put the spotlight on a few recent titles Justice League #15 Writers – Scott Snyder & James Tynion IV, Pencilers – Jim Cheung & Stephen Segovia, Inkers – Mark Morales & Segovia, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jace continues the Top Cow Chronology with a look at the second issue of Arcanum, we learn a lot more about the war between different Avatars and the nature of magic in the Arcanum universe. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; New Comic Wednesday January 16, 2018 The Comic Source Podcast Episode 682 Jace talks about some of the best titles hitting stands on January 16th, plus he gives a run down of other books you … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 681 Webtoon Wednesday: – Bluechair Spotlight with Shen Jace chats with Shen, one of the first North American creators on Webtoon and his humor/slice of life strip Bluechair Read Bluechair at … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Uncanny X-Men #9 Spotlight The Comic Source Podcast Episode #680 Jace breaks down issue #9 of the X-Men Disassembled storyline as the battle with Nate Grey begins to overwhelm the X-Men, Jean Grey calls for … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Marvel Monday – Wolverine Long Night #1, Tony Stark, Iron Man #7, Miles Morales, Spider-Man #2, Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man #1, Man Without Fear #2, Daredevil #17 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #679 Jace breaks down … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 678 AfterShock Monday: New Titles for January 16, 2018 A Walk Through Hell #7 Writer – Garth Ennis, Artist – Goran Sudzuka, Colorist – Ive Svorcina, Letterer – Rob Steen … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode #677 Superman Sunday – World of Metropolis #1 Spotlight: Jace continues the Post-Crisis Superman Chronology with the second of the prequel mini-series by John Byrne establishing the new history of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Harbinger #7 – Valiant Sunday Chronology The Comic Source Podcast Episode #676 Jace continues to break down the seminal run of Harbinger by Joshua Dysart, in issue 7 the Renegades gain another team mate and … Continued
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Jace does a quick recap of the classic Rom Spaceknight series from Marvel. This was the series written by Bill Mantlo with the majority of the interior art done by Sal Buscema. The comic was based on the license Marvel obtained from Parker Bros. to create a comic based on the action figure that was the first ever such product from a company that was mostly known as a creator of board games at that time. Although the toy was mostly a failure based on some poor production decisions, Mantlo's approach, which involved fleshing out a tragic tale of the eponymous hero against the backdrop of a centuries old space war against vile enemies. created an iconic series that lasted for 75 issues and four annuals. Additionally Rom made many guest appearances in other Marvel comics throughout the 80's. Rom's never-ending war against his sworn enemy, the Dire Wraiths, had it's roots in classic science fiction, but it was Mantlo's reluctant hero, Rom, who really made the series shine. The mourning for his lost humanity, the price Rom had paid for his centuries old battle brought emotion and consequence to the series and its characters. As the threat of this surreptitious alien invasion grew, we saw other heroes from the Marvel universe pulled into the conflict which culminated in a fight for the very survival of the Earth itself. Guest appearances include among others, the Uncanny X-Men, Alpha Flight, Nick Fury and SHIELD as well as the Avengers. Filled with incredible visuals of many spaceknights beyond Rom himself, this is a great example of a classic bronze age title. For the comic fans of a certain generation, Rom remains a beloved character. The series stands the test of time and remains a wonderful read even now.
This spotlight was originally created for The Comic Source YouTube channel and we encourage you to go check it out on YouTube so you can see some of the amazing artwork that was done in this series.
In this episode we discuss; Thanos Chronology – Captain Marvel #26 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #674 Krushing Crisis – Definitive Thanos Reading Order We continue our Thanos Chronology as Jace looks at this classic issue with an epic battle … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Heroes in Crisis #3 & Aquaman #42 Spotlight The Comic Source Podcast Episode #673 Jace breaks down issue 3 of Heroes in Crisis. plus an in-depth look at Kelly Sue DeConnick’s first work on Aquaman. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Top Cow Chronology 73 – Arcanum #1 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #672 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology Jace dives into the first issue of Arcanum. A magic based series form the 90’s by Brandon Peterson … Continued
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Jace takes a spoiler free look at some of the titles hitting stands today. Plus he gives a rundown on other titles you may be interested in checking out!
In this episode we discuss; Lore Olympus with Rachel Smythe Webtoon Wednesday The Comic Source Podcast Episode 670 Jace chats with New Zealand comic creator Rachel Smythe about her digital comic Lore Olympus. From her early interest in Greek mythology … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Uncanny X-Men #8 Spotlight The Comic Source Podcast Episode #669 Jace breaks down issue #8 of the X-Men Disassembled storyline as the X-Men face Nate Grey in the body of Legion. Uncanny X-Men #8 Writers … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Marvel Monday: Champions #1, Conan #1, Immortal Hulk #11, Killmonger #3, Marvel Knights #5, Man without Fear #1, Daredevil #16 The Comic Source Episode #668 Jace talks about a tons of recent Marvel releases in … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Moth and Whisper & Patience! Conviction! Revenge! AfterShock Monday The Comic Source Podcast Episode #667 Jace talks about a couple of AfterShock Titles that have ended their first arcs recently. Might we see more of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Superman Sunday – Action Comics #1006 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #666 Now that the identity of the Red Hood has been revealed, we start to see more pieces fall into place regarding the secret … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode #665 Valiant Sunday – Chronology – Harbinger #6 Jace tackles the next issue of Harbinger as the Valiant Chronology continues. In what may be his favorite issue of the entire … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 664 Marvel Chronology: Thanos – Captain Marvel #25 Krushing Crisis – Definitive Thanos Reading Order Jace and Nick break down Captain Marvel #25, but Thanos isn’t even in this story, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Heroes in Crisis #2 & Shazam #1 The Comic Source Podcast Episode #663 Jace gives a thorough breakdown of the second issue of Heroes in Crisis, including an interesting take on Superman’s confessional. Also we … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode #662 Top Cow Thursday – Chronology 72 – Arcanum 1/2 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology We move on to the next part of the Top Cow Chronology with the special 1/2 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode #661 New Comic Wednesday January 2, 2019 Jace takes a look at a few booms hitting stands the first Wednesday of 2019, plus a rundown on some other titles coming … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 660 Webtoons Wednesday: Let’s Play with Leeanne Krecic It’s our first Webtoons Wednesday episode! Join Jace every Wednesday as he highlights some of the best digital comics being produced today … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode #659 Uncanny X-Men #7 & Exterminated #5 Spotlight Jace runs down the events of issue #7 of the Uncanny X-Men weekly storyline X-Men Disassembled, plus he looks at the final issue of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 658 Marvel Monday: X-Force #1, Season’s Beatings & Daredevil #15 Jace takes a look at some recent Marvel titles hitting stands, as well as continuing our in-depth look at Charles … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 657 AfterShock Monday: 2019 The Year of Living Dangerously Jace takes a look at some of the upcoming titles being released by AfterShock this year and talks a bit about … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 656 Superman Sunday: Chronology – World of Krypton #4 Jace finishes off the first of the prequel mini-series that fill in the backstory for John Byrne’s classic relaunch of the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 655 Valiant Sunday: Chronology – Harbinger #5 Jace continues his look at the first volume of Harbinger with a break down of issue #5 as Harada’s true colors are revealed to … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 654 Marvel Chronology: Thanos -Logan’s Run #6 Krushing Crisis – Definitive Thanos Reading Order Jace and Nick break down an early Thanos story that adds some layers to the origin … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 653 Spotlight on Justice League #14 & Freedom Fighters #1 Jace takes a look at Justice League #14 as the Totality story takes center stage once again. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 652 Top Cow Thursday: Chronology 71: Devil’s Reign Part VIII Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology Jace finishes up the Devil’s Reign crossover with Marvel as the Top Cow Chronology marches on. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 651 New Comic Wednesday December 26, 2018 Jace chats about a few recent Marvel releases, including an issue of The Fantastic Four featuring the wedding of Ben & Alicia. Also … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 650 Webtoons: Spotlight on Nothing Special with Katie Cook Jace kicks off our weekly spotlight on some of the amazing titles available for FREE on the Webtoons platform. In our … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 649 Spotlight on Uncanny X-Men #6 & The Merry X-Men Holiday Special The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 648 Marvel Monday: December 24, 2018 The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win and what prizes are being given … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 647 AfterShock Monday: Replica #2 The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win and what prizes are being given away! … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 646 Superman Sunday: Supergirl #25 The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win and what prizes are being given away! … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 645 Valiant Sunday – Chronology: Harbinger #4 The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win and what prizes are being … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 643 Spotlight on Letter 44 with Charles Soule & Alberto Jimenez Alburquerque The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 642 Spotlight on Batman Damned #2 & Batman Who Laughs #1 The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 641 Top Cow Thursday: Ares IX: Darkness Jace takes a look at the work from last years Top Cow Talent Hunt winners in this one-shot. Ares IX: Darkenss #1 Writers … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 640 New Comic Wednesday December 19, 2018 Jace gives some initial thoughts on a few of the books hitting stands on December 19th, plus a run down on some other … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 639 Spotlight on Uncanny X-Men #5 The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win and what prizes are being given … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 638 Marvel Monday for December 12, 2018 Releases The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win and what prizes are … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 637 AfterShock Monday: Dead Kings Spotlight & A Walk Through Hell #6 Preview The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 636 Superman Sunday: Superman #6 The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win and what prizes are being given away! … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 635 Bloodshot Rising Spirit #2 & Livewire #1 Preview, Plus Valiant Breakthrough Initial Thoughts The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 634 Marvel Chronology – Thanos: Iron Man #55 The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win and what prizes … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 633 Spotlight on Justice League #13 & Martian Manhunter #1 The 12 Days of The Comic Source Contest Rules – Visit our site to find out how to win and what … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 632 Top Cow Thursday: The Freeze #1 Jace takes a close look at the first issue of a new, intriguing series from Top Cow. What happens when the entire population … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 631 New Comic Wednesday December 12, 2018 Jace and Manny talk about a few of the titles hitting stand on December 12, 2018 plus a rundown on some other titles … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 630 Spotlight on Uncanny X-Men #4 & Return of Wolverine #3 Uncanny X-Men #4 Writers – Matthew Rosenberg, Kelly Thompson & Ed Brisson, Artist – Pere Perez, Colorist – Rachelle … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 629 Marvel Monday: Killmonger #1, Winter Soldier #1 Immortal Hulk #10 & Daredevil #12 Winter Soldier #1 Writer – Kyle Higgins, Artist – Rod Reis, Letterer – Clayton Cowles Immortal … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 628 AfterShock Monday: Super Zero #1 Super Zero #1 Writers – Amanda Conner & Jimmy Palmiotti, Artist – Rafael De Latorre, Colorist – Marcelo Maiolo, Letterer – John J Hill
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 627 Superman Sunday: Chronology – World of Krypton #3 Jace continues the post-crisis chronology of Superman with the third issue of the World of Krypton series from John Byrne, where … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jace and Jesse breakdown the first issue of Bloodshot’s new title, take a look at the final issue of Ninja-K and give a sneak peek of what to expect in this week’s Shadowman #10 Blooshot … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 625 Marvel Chronology: Thanos Rising #5 Jace and Nick break down the final issue of Thanos’s early years and discuss whether it was nature or nurture that created the Mad … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 624 Spotlight on Aquaman Justice League Drowned Earth #1 Jace breaks down the final issue of the Drowned Earth event. Also lots of talk about changing the core concept of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 623 Top Cow Chronology 70 Devil’s Reign Pt VII Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology Jace continues the chronology with Chapter 7 of the Devil’s Reign event as Cyblade … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 622 New Comic Wednesday December 5, 2018 Jace and Manny talk about a few of the many excellent titles hitting stands the first Wednesday of December 2018. So many great … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 621 Self-Made Spotlight with Mat Groom Jace chats with newcomer Mat Groom about his upcoming title from Image Comics Self-Made. Mat handles the writing duties on a title for the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 620 Spotlight on Uncanny X-Men #3 Jace takes a look at the thrd issue of the weekly Uncanny X-Men book as Legion makes an appearance, Madrox regains control & Angle … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 619 Marvel Monday: Dead Man Logan #1, Fantastic Four #4, Iron Heart #1 & Daredevil #11 Jace takes a look at three recent Marvel releases, including a pair of debuts. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 618 AfterShock Monday: Replica #1 Jace takes an in-depth look at the first issue of his favorite AfterShock series of all time, Replica. Replica #1 Writer – Paul Jenkins, Artist … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 617 Superman Sunday: Action Comics #1005 Jace and Adam talk about the big reveal of the identity of the Red Cloud, plus tons of developments in the latest issue of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 616 Valiant Sunday – Chronology: Harbinger #3 Jace and Jesse continue the chronology by checking out the third issue of Harbinger. It’s a jam-packed issue full of many first appearances … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 615 Marvel Chronology: Thanos Rising #4 Jace and Nick take a look at the fourth issue of this Jason Aaron scripted series focusing on the early years of everyone’s favorite … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 614 Spotlight on Aquaman #42 & Justice League #12 Aquman #42 Writer – Dan Abnett, Penciler – Lan Medina, Inker – Vicente Cifuentes, Colorist – Gabe Eltaeb, Letterer – Steve … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 613 Top Cow Thursday: Chronology 69 – Devil’s Reign Interlude Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology Jace continues a look at the cross-company event between Marvel and Top Cow. Devil’s Reign continues … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 612 New Comic Wednesday: November 28, 2018 Jace and Manny talk about a few of the books they have read that hit stands on November 28, 2019, plus a run … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 611 Uncanny X-Men #2 Spotlight Jace breaks down the second issue of Uncanny X-Men and the X-Men Disassembled storyline. Dinosaurs! Multiple Man Mayhem! Legion and more! Uncanny X-Men #2 Writers … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 610 Marvel Monday: Titles for November 21, 2018 Jace takes look at some recent titles form Marvel and well as continuing a look back at the Charles Soule Daredevil Run … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 609 AfterShock Monday: Hot Lunch Special #4, The Last Space race #2 & Lollipop Kids #2 Jace takes about three recent issue of some great AfterShock titles as well as … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 608 Superman Sunday: Supergirl #24 Jace takes a look at the latest issue of Supergirl as Kara continues her quest to uncover the truth about the origins of Rogol Zaar … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 607 Valiant Sunday: Chronology – Harbinger #2 Jace continues his chronology of the early issues of the VEI era of Valiant with a look at Harbinger #2 Harbinger #2 Writer … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 606 Marvel Chronology – Thanos Rising #3 Jace looks at the third issue of the series detaling the early years of everyone’s favorite Mad Titan, as Thanos leaves his homeworld … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 605 Justice League #11 Spotlight Jace continues his look at the Drowned Earth storyline as Aquaman and the rest of the Justice League look for some way to turn back … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 604 Top Cow Chronology 68 – Devil’s Reign Part VI Check Out Top Cow’s Humble Bundle Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology Jace continues a look at the cross-company event between Marvel … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 603 New Comic Wednesday November 21, 2018 Jace and Manny talk about a few of the books they have read for release on November 31, 2018. Plus a run down … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 602 Uncanny X-Men #1 Spotlight Jace looks at the first issue of the huge weekly X-Men Disassembled event. Big changes are coming to the X-Men corner of the Marvel Universe … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 601 Marvel Monday: The Black Order #1, Fantastic Four #3 & Daredevil #9 Jace talks about a few of the Marvel titles released on November 14, 2018 as well as … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 600 Behind the Podcast with John Siuntres Jace talks to fellow podcaster John Siuntres about his podcasting history, starting in the medium and the future of comics & podcasting Intro … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 599 Animosity Spotlight with Marguerite Bennett Quick Intro Remind our listeners about your previous work Animosity – Tell our listeners what the story is about How and when did you … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 598 Superman Sunday: Superman #5 Jace and Adam from Talking Superman break down issue #5 of the Superman title, plus a listener theory on the identity of the Red Cloud. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 597 Valiant Sunday: Top 5 VEI Titles Jace and Jesse give their top 5 favorite Valiant tiles of the VEI era plus plenty of honorable mentions! Jace Bloodshot Reborn … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 596 Marvel Chronology: Thanos Rising #2 Krushing Crisis – Definitive Thanos Reading Order Jace and Nick discuss the second issue of the title focusing on the early days of everyone’s … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 594 Justice League Aquaman Drowned Earth Part 1 Jace takes a look at part one of the Justice League event Drowned Earth as Mera learns some hidden secrets of Atlantis … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 594 Top Cow Thursday – Freeze Jace chats with the writer and artist of the upcoming title from Top Cow THE FREEZE. Intro Dan – Previous Work Phillip – Previous … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 593 New Comics Wednesday November 14, 2018 Jace take a look at no less than 14 titles hitting stands on November 14, 2018, So many great books out today. Join … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 592 Extermination #4 Spotlight Jace breaks down the action for the penultimate issue of the series that will set up the X-Men corner of the marvel Universe for years! Extermination … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 591 Marvel Monday: Titles for November 7, 2018 Jace takes a look at a few of the Marvel titles from November 7, 2018 Immortal Hulk #8 Writer – Al Ewing, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 590 AfterShock Monday: B.E.K. Spotlight Jace breaks down the first five issues of the Black Eyed Kids series from AfterShock. What makes the series so compelling, the genius of the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 589 Superman Sunday: Chronology – World of Krypton #2 Jace gets back to the Post-Crisis Chronology of Superman with a look at World of Krypton #2. World of Krypton #2 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 588 Valiant Sunday: Chronology – Harbinger #1 with Joshua Dysart Jace and Jesse are joined by writer Joshua Dysart for an in-depth conversation about Harbinger. How Josh came to be … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 587 Marvel Chronology: Thanos – Thanos Rising #1 Krushing Crisis – Definitive Thanos Reading Order Jace shifts the Marvel Chronology to everyone’s favorite mad Titan THANOS. We will take a … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 586 Hawkman Day with Robert Venditti Jace and Tim form the Hawkworld Twitter feed celebrate Hawkman Day 2018 with writer Robert Venditti How do you feel about how the series … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 585 Justice League Dark & Wonder Woman: The Witching Hour Spotlight Jace gives his thoughts on the closing chapter of the Justice League Dark/Wonder woman event The Witching Hour and talks … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 584 Top Cow Thursday: Chronology 67 – Devils Reign Part V Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Jace continues the Top Cow Chronology with a look at the best issue of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 583 New Comic Wednesday November 7, 2018 Jace talks about a few of the issues being released on the first Wednesday of November 2018 that you may want to be … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 582 Return of Wolverine #2 Spotlight Jace gives a rundown of the events of the second issue of Wolverine’s return as we see the HOT CLAWS for the first time! … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 581 Marvel Monday: X-Men Black – Emma Frost, What If Magick … Tony Stark, Iron Man #5 & Daredevil #7 Jace talks about a few of the titles that ht … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 580 AfterShock Monday: Stronghold – First Look, Volition #3 & Moth & Whisper #3 Jace takes a first look at the newly announced new title Stronghold. Plus spoiler-free reviews of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 579 Superman Sunday: Action Comics #1004 Jace and Adam from Talking Superman dive into the latest issue of Action Comics. We finally hear Lois’s explanation for not telling Clark she … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 578 Valiant Sunday: Shadowman #8, Ninja-K #11-12, Faith: Dreamside #1-2 Jace and Jesse catch up on some of the more recent issues of Valiant and talk about what to expect … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 577 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars III – Fantastic Four 351 Jace finishes off the Secret Wars chronology for now, with a look at the final chapter of the unofficial Secret Wars III … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 576 A Chat with Chris Burnham at LACC Jace chats with comic artist Chris Burnham at the recent Los Angeles Comic Con, they discuss the stealth release of Die, Die, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 575 Top Cow Thursday: Devil’s Reign 1/2 Prelude Devil’s Reign 1/2 Witchblade/Silver Surfer Writers – David Wohl & Mike Manczarek, Pencilers – Kirk Van Wormer & Adam McDaniel, Inkers – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 574 New Comics Wednesday: October 31, 2018 Jace takes a look at a few of the titles he’s read hitting your comic shop on Halloween 2018, plus he gives a … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 564 The Demon – Hell is Earth Jace talks with two of the creators for the six-issue limited series that concluded earlier this year,, Demon Hell is Earth. Join writer … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 572 Marvel Monday: Titles for October 24, 2018 Jace takes a look at three Marvel titles that hit shelves on October 24, 2018 Moon Knight #200 Writer – Max Bemis, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 571 AfterShock Monday: Top 5 Titles Jace runs down his current Top Five favorite AfterShock titles as of November 2018. Does your favorite AfterShock Title make the list? 5) … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 570 LACC Superman Panel and Action Comics #1000 Hardcover Jace talks about the Superman Panel from the recent Los Angles Comicon and gives a rundown of the books he included … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 569 Valiant Sunday: Chronology – X-O Manowar #8 Jace continues his look at the early part of the classic Robet Venditti run of X-O Manowar as Ninjak and X-O Manowar … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 568 Stranger Comics at LACC & Erathune Kickstarter Jace chats with Andy Cosby about his connection to Stranger Comics and the upcoming Hellboy movie he is involved with. Also writer … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 567 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars III – Fantastic Four Annual #23 Jace continues the look at the ‘unofficial’ Secret Wars III story told in the Fantastic Four revealing the ‘orign’ … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 566 Spotlight on Justice League #10 Jace takes a look at the prelude to the latest big Justice League event, Drowned Earth. Justice League #10 Writer – Scott Snyder, Artist … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 565 A Look at Izneo from NYCC 2018 Jace sat down at NYCC 2018 to preview a new digital comic platform. Izneo is a platform that has been around in … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 564 Top Cow Thursday: Chronology 65 – Devil’s Reign Interlude: Weapon Zero #10 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Jace continues his look at Devil’s Reign in today’s episode of the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 563 New Comic Wednesday Oct 24. 2018 Jace takes a look at a few of the new comics hitting stands this Wednesday and gives his book of the week. It’s … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 562 A Chat with Alberto Jimenez Alburquerque Jace chats with the artist for the Letter 44 series from Oni Press, Albert Alburquerque at NYCC 2018 History with comics Getting involved … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 561 Marvel Monday Jace looks at the latest issue of Captain marvel and well as four new #1’s from Marvel that hit stands on Oct 17. 2018 The Life of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 560 AfterShock Monday: Babyteeth #13, Beyonders #3, Dead Kings #1 Jace takes a quick look at three AfterShock titles hitting stands this week, including a new #1 from Steve Orlando … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 559 Superman Sunday: Supergirl #23 Jace dives into Supergirl #23 as Kara searches for the connection between Rogol Zaar and the destruction of Krypton. Who can she trust and which … Continued
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The Comic Source Podcast Episode 558 Valiant Sunday: A Chat with Fred Van Lente NYCC 2018 Jace sits down at NYCC with writer Freed Van Lente to talk a little Archer & Armstrong & alternate history. History with comics Archer … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 557 A Chat with Rod Reis NYCC 2018 Jace chats with artist Rod Reis about transitioning form colorist to penciler, his working relationship with Kyle Higgins and the upcoming Winter … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 556 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars III – Fantastic Four 319 Jace continues the Marvel Chronology Project with Secret Wars III. Learn the origin(?) of The Beyonder, or at least it … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 555 Spotlight on Justice League #9 Jace takes a look at Justice League 39 as the League catches its breath after the events of the first arc. Justice League #9 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 554 A Chat with Jason Fabok NYCC 2018 Jace chats with artist Jason Fabok about his work in general as well as his highly anticipated project with Geoff Johns, The … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 553 A Chat with Juan Ferrerya From NYCC 2018 Jace chats with artist Juan Ferrerya about his run on Green Arrow, how passion for a character can affect how you … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 552 Top Cow Thursday: Chronology 64 – Devil’s Reign Part IV Ballistic/Wolverine Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Jace jumps back into the Top Cow Chronology Project by taking a look … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 551 New Comic Wednesday October 10, 2018 Jace talks about a few of the titles that had him excited this week, plus he runs downs some other series you may … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 550 Justice League – Drowned Earth with Scott Snyder Jace chats with writer Scott Snyder about how personal the Justice League title and the stories he is telling within it … Continued
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In this episode; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 549 A Chat with Greg Pak from NYCC 2018 Jace chats with writer Greg Pak at NYCC 2018 about his amazing all ages title Mech Cadet Yu and his Kickstarter The Princess … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 548 A Conversation with Margaret Stohl Jace chats with writer Margaret Stohl on discovering a way to relate to Carol, the secret origin of The Life of Captain Marvel series … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 547 Marvel Monday Jace chats with writer Al Ewing at NYCC 2018 about the run away hit Immortal Hulk/ Plus a run down on three recent titles from Marvel. Immortal … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 546 AfterShock Monday: Hot Lunch Special Creative Team from NYCC 2018 Jace talks about a couple of AfterShock titles about to his the stands this week. He also gives his … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 545 Superman Sunday: Superman #4 Jace is joined by Adam from Talking Superman to discuss Superman #4. The action is non-stop as Superman battles Rogol Zaar while the heroes of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 544 Valiant Sunday Live from NYCC 2018 with Andy Diggle & Jody Houser Jace sat down at the recent New York Comic Con with writers Andy Diggle and Jody Houser. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 543 A Chat with Ed Brisson and Pepe Larraz at NYCC 2018 Jace sits down at NYCC 2018 with the creative team behind the recent Marvel hit series, Extermination. Find … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 542 Marvel Chronology Secret Wars III; Fantastic Four #318 Jace continues the Marvel Chronology with a look at the the unofficial crossover event Secret Wars III. Visit The Comic Book … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 541 A Chat with Tee Franklin at NYCC 2018 Jace sits down at NYCC 2018 with writer Tee Franklin to talk about her new book Jook Joint. They discuss horror … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 540 Heroes in Crisis Spotlight Jace take a deep dive into Heroes and Crisis #1, what are the meanings behind some of the key phrase. what is Sanctuary and who … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 539 NYCC 2018 Wrap-Up Thoughts on the Skyward Kickstarter Rewards A Quick Chat with Lee Garbett from NYCC 2018 Jace gives his thoughts on NYCC 2018 overall and his plans … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 538 Top Cow Thursday; Eclipse #11 & Infinite Dark #1 Plus A Quick Chat with Stephen Mooney from NYCC 2018 Jace takes a look at a couple of recent Top … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 537 New Comic Wednesday October 10, 2018 Jace takes a look at a few of the titles hitting stands on Oct 10th. He also gives a run down of some … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Check out the Science! Kickstarter The Comic Source Podcast Episode 536 Spotlight on X-Men Black Magneto & Matthew Rosenberg Live from NYCC 2018 Jace talks about Chris Claremont returning to the X-Men universe to write … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 535 Marvel Monday Jace goes over a few of the Marvel titles from Wednesday October 3rd. Also he continues our look at the Daredevil run from Charles Soule, plus a … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 534 AfterShock Monday; Last Space Race Spotlight with Peter Calloway Jace is joined by writer to talk about the future of space exploration, the curious exploratory nature of humans and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 533 Superman Sunday; Thoughts on the Superman 80th Anniversary Panel with Frank Miller & Brian Michael Bendis Jace gives his thoughts on the Superman 80th Anniversary Panel at New York … Continued
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In this episode; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 532 Valiant Sunday; Talking Livewire with Vita Ayala Jace talks about the consequences of Liveire’s recent actions in Harbinger Wars II with Livewire writer Vita Ayala. Follow Vita on Twitter Follow Vita … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 531 – NYCC Days 2 & 3 Jace breaks down day two and three of new York Comic Con. Panels, creator interviews, big announcements and more!
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In this episode, we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 530 NYCC 2018 Initial Impressions & Scott’s Collectibles Jace gives his rundown of day one of NYCC 2018, his initials thoughts about the convention and an interview with Daniel Scott … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 529 Top Cow Chronology 63: Devil’s Reign Part III – Ghost Rider/Ballistic Jace continues the chronology by tackling part three of the Marvel/Top Cow crossover, Devil’s Reign. Join him for … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 528 New Comic Wednesday – October 3, 2018 Jace takes a look at some of the titles you may want to check out for October 3, 2018. Plus a rundown … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 527 Spotlight on Extermination #3 Jace continues his breakdown of the Extermination title from Marvel. We know this is going to wrap up the story of the Original Five and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 526 Marvel Monday: Venom Inc. & Daredevil #5 Jace takes a look at the recent Venom Inc event and how it lays out a new status quo for Venom, Eddie … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 525 Spotlight on Lollipop Kids Intro Aiden – History with comics Can you tell us what Lollipop Kids is all about? This is an idea that was born out … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 524 Superman Sunday: Action Comics #1003 Jace and Adam From Talking Superman, break down issue #1003 of Action Comics. Do we get answers to where Lois Lane has been? How … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 523 Valiant Sunday: Harbinger Wars II #4 & Aftermath #1 Jace and Jess talk about both the final issue of the Harbinger Wars II event and the Aftermath issue. They … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 522 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #9 Tie-Ins Jace looks at the final two tie-ins for the Secret Wars II event; as the New Mutants attempt to come to terms … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 521 Spotlight on Justice League #8 Jace gives a rundown on the events of Justice League #8, which is actually a Legion of Doom focused issue. Plus some of his … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 520 Top Cow Thursday: Chronology 62 – Cyblade/Ghost Rider Jace breaks down the second part of the Devil’s reign crossover. The Top Cow and Marvel universes crossover as Mephisto attempts … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 519 New Comic Wednesday September 26, 2018 Jace takes a look at a few of the comics hitting stands today. Plus he gives a run down tons of other titles … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 518 Return of Wolverine Spotlight Jace breaks down issue one of the Return of Wolverine as we find out just how Wolverine came back from the dead. Lots of action … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 517 Marvel Monday: Amazing Spider-Man Annual #1, Immortal Hulk #6, Life of Captain Marvel #’s 1-3, Multiple Man #’s 1-4, Daredevil #4 Jace talks about a few of the Marvel … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 516 AfterShock Monday: Patience! Conviction! Revenge! Jace runs through the first issue if the latest AfterShock title Patience! Conviction! Revenge! Patience! Conviction! Revenge! Writer – Patrick Kindlow, Artist – Marco … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 515 Superman Sunday: Supergirl #22 Jace and Adam from Talking Superman breakdown issue #22 of Supergirl. Kara is out to discover the truth about Rogol Zaar and she won’t let … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 514 Valiant Sunday: Shadowman #5-7 Jace and Jesse break down the latest three issues of Shadowman. Jack continues his travels through time and we learn the origins of the loa. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 513 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #9 Jace breaks down the final issue of the Secret Wars II mini-series as we find out the final fate of the Beyonder Secret … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 512 Comic Talk Jace and Nick talk about the recent Captain Marvel trailer. the rumors that Henry Cavil is out as Superman, lots of chatter about the current comics they … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 511 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Top Cow Chronology: Weapon Zero/Silver Surfer #1 Jace returns to the chronology with the Top Cow/Marvel 90’s crossover event Devils’ Reign. It’s full of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 509 New Comic Wednesday September 19, 2018 Jace takes a look at a look at a few of the titles you may want to pick that are begin released today. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 509 Extermination #2 Spotlight Jace dives into the second issue of the Extermination series. This is the X-Men book you NEED to be reading as it sets up the new … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 508 Marvel Monday: Fantastic Four #2, Amazing Spider-Man #5, Infinity Wars #3, X-23 #4 & Daredevil #3 Jace dives into some of the recent titles that came out Sept 13, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 507 AfterShock Monday: Volition #2 & Hot Lunch Special #2 Jace talks about a couple of recent AfterShock release and how the differ so greatly in story but are so … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 506 Superman Sunday #3 Jace and Adam break down issue #3 of Superman. What new threat has Rogol Zaar discovered to threaten Superman with, plus we learn the how the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 505 Valiant Sunday: Chronology – X-O Manowar #7 Jace continues the Valiant reading order with X-O Manowar #7 as X-O, Ninjak and Alexander Dorian agree to a truce. X-O Manowar … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 504 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II Tie-Ins Jace breaks down the Beyonder’s appearances in the Tie-Ins for Issue out of the Secret Wars II mini series. Philosophy with the X-Men, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 503 Long Beach Comic Con Wrap Up Jace gives a quick recap of the recent 10th Anniversary Long Beach Comic Con. Plus he chats with DC Publisher Dan DiDio and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 502 Justice League #7 Spotlight Jace talks about the conclusion to the first Justice League story arc and speculates where the story might go from here. Plus a couple of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 501 Top Cow Thursday Infinite Dark Spotlight with Ryan Cady Jace talks to writer Ryan Cady about his upcoming series Infinite Dark from Top Cow Give our listeners an idea … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 500 DC Universe Spotlight It;s our GIANT-SIZED 500th episode! Jace goes over the Comic Source Weekly schedule for all the new listeners out there, he gives his Top 10 most-anticipated … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 499 Science! Kickstarter – Go to the Campaign Page! What’s Science! All about? What is it about this story that made you want to choose it for your next project … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 498 New Comic Wednesday Sept 12, 2018 Jace talks about the books hitting shelves today and what you should be on the look out for. Catwoman #3 Writer – Joelle … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 497 Extermination #1 Spotlight Jace talks about the first issue of the Extermination miniseries. The stakes have never been higher for the X-Men as some of them do not survive … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 496 Marvel Monday: Death of the Inhumans #3, Thanos Legacy #1, Immortal Hulk #5 & Daredevil #2 Jace takes a look at three recent Marvel titles plus Issue #2 of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 495 AfterShock Monday: Moth & Whisper Spotlight with Ted Anderson & Jen Hickman Quick Intro History with Comics Previous Work Give us the elevator pitch for what Moth & Whisper … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 494 Superman Sunday: The Byrne Era Episode #1 -World of Krypton #1 Jace talks about the mini series that John Byrne did for DC Comics in the mid-80’s to tie-In … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 493 Valiant Sunday: Chronology – X-O Manowar #6 Jace continues the chronology with X-O Manowar #6. Alexander Dorian reveals his true nature to Ninjak, the Vine invasion plans continue and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 492 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #8 Jace breaks down Secret Wars II #8 as the Beyonders frustration with his search for fulfillment, happiness and an understanding of human desire … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 491 Future Picks: Previews 360 Jace checks out the September Previews catalog for books mostly shipping in November 2018. Get a head start on the books to be on the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 490 Top Cow Thursday: Aphrodite IX #1 & Eclipse #10 Jace takes a spoiler free look at the Top Cow books for this week. The Aphrodite One=Shot features work by … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 489 New Comic Wednesday Sept 5, 2018 Dreaming #1 Writer – Simon Spurrier, Illustrated by Bilquis Evely, Colorist – Mat Lopes Green Arrow #44 Writers – Julie Benson & … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 488 Hunt for Wolverine: Dead Ends Jace gives a breakdown of the final One-Shot that wraps up the Hunt for Wolverine Storyline. More questions are raised about Sotiera, where is … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 487 Marvel Monday: X-23 #2-3 & Daredevil #1 Jace looks at the latest two episode of X-23 as Laura takes on the Stepford Cuckoos, plus a look back at Charles … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 486 AfterShock Monday: Spotlight on Relay Jace takes a deep dive into the Sci-Fi epic Relay from AfterShock. Relay #0 Writer – Zac Thompson, Artist – Andy Clarke, Colorist – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 485 Superman Sunday: The Triangle Era Jace is joined by fellow Superman fan and artist Don Sparrow to discuss the Triangle Era of Superman. Quick Intro: Donny Sparrow History with … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 484 Valiant Sunday: Chronology X-O Manowar #5 Jace continues the chronology by talking about X-O Manowar #5. Aric begins to come to terms with all the time that has passed, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 483 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #7 Tie-Ins Jace discuss the tie-ins for Secret Wars II #7, the Pume discovers the danger the Beyonger poses to the world, we get … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jace takes a look at Previews #359. The August catalog showcases books and titles mostly hitting stands in October 2018. Find out what to be on the lookout for and what you need to tell … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 481 Top Cow Thursday: Chronology 60 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Witchblade #11 Writers – David Wohl, Michael Turner & Christina Z, Penciler – Michael Turner, Inker – D-Tron, Colorist … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Episode 480 New Comic Wednesday August 29, 2018 Jace looks in detail at a few of the titles coming out on August 29, 2018 and also runs down some other new releases … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 479 Hunt For Wolverine Spotlight: Mystery In Madripoor #4 Jace and Nick break down Mystery in Madripoor #4. They also rank all four of the Hunt for Wolverine Mini-Series and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 478 Marvel Monday: Phoenix Resurrection Jace talks about the recent Return of Jean Grey, whether we have seen the last of the Phoenix Force and if the X-Men corner of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 477 AfterShock Monday: Spotlight on Jackpot Jace talks about the series Jackpot, the unexpected turn it takes into the abstract and his desire for more of the story. Jackpot Writer … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 476 Superman Sunday: Action Comics #1002 Jace and Adam from Talking Superman breaks down Action Comics #1002. Is it OK for Superman to lose his temper? Why would Lois return to Earth … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 475 Valiant Sunday: Chronology – X-O Manowar #4 Jace looks back at X_O Manowar #4 as Aric arrives and Earth, discovers 16 centuries have passed and the story shifts into … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 474 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #7 Jace and Nick discuss Secret Wars II #7 as the series bogs down in a bit of inconsistency and just too many tie-ins. … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 473 Spotlight on Justice League #6 Jace breaks down issue #6 of Justice League Justice League #6 Writer – Scott Snyder, Artist – Jorge Jimenez, Colorist – Alejandro Sanchez
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 472 Top Cow Thursday: Aphrodite V #2, Witchblade #7 & Stairway SPOILERS Jace takes an in-depth look at three titles released from Top Cow for August 22, 2018 SPOILERS Aphrodite … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 471 New Comic Wednesday August 22, 2018 Shadowman #6 Writer – Andy Diggle, Artist – Renato Guedes Damage Annual #1 Writer – Robert Venditti, Penciler – Aaron Lopresti, Inker – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 470 Hunt for Wolverine Spotlight: Claws of the Killer #4 Writer – Mariko Tamaki, Pencilers – Butch Guice & Mack Chater, Inkers – Cam Smith & Mack Chater, Colorist – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 469 Marvel Monday: Extermination #1, Edge of Spidergeddon #1 & Infinty Wars #2 Extermination #1 Writer – Ed Brisson, Artist – Pepe Larraz, Colorist – Marte Garcia Edge of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 468 AfterShock Monday: Recent & Upcoming AfterShock Releases & The Art of Jim Starlin Jace talks about some recent issues from AfterShock to hit stands, what to look for coming … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 467 Superman Sunday: Supergirl #21 Writer – Marc Andreyko, Penciler – Kevin Maguire, Inker – Sean Parsons, Colorist – FCO Plascencia
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 466 Valiant Sunday: Ninja-K #10 Writer – Christos Gage, Penciler – Larry Stroman, Inker – Ryan Winn, Colorist – Andrew Dalhouse
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 465 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #6 Tie-Ins Power Man & iron Fist #121 Writer – Jim Owsley, Penciler – Mark bright, Inker – Jerry Acerno, Colorist – Janet Jackson … Continued
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The Comic Source Podcast Episode 464 Rose Spotlight with Meredith Finch Quick Intro History with Comics Previous Work Rose What the story is all about? Collaboration with Ig Guara Building the world How much did you want the world … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 463 Top Cow Thursday: Chronology 59 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Witchblade #10 Writers – Marc Silvestri, David Wohl, Michael Turner & Christina Z, Pencilers – Marc Silvestri & Michael … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 462 New Comic Wednesday August 15, 2018 Jace Babyteeth #12 Writer – Donny Cates, Artist – Garry Brown, Colorist – Mark Englert Lost City Explorers #3 Writer – Zack … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 461 Hunt for Wolverine : Adamantium Agenda #4 Writer – Tom Taylor, Penciler – R.B. Slva, Inker – Adriano Di Benedetto, Colorist – Guru-eFX
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In this episode we discuss; Fantastic Four #1 Writer – Dan Slott., Penciler – Sara Pichelli, Inker- Elisabetta D”Amico Colorist – Marte Garcia Spider-Man Annual #1 Writer – Bryan Edward Hill, Artists – Nelson Blake II, Alitha Martinez, Mark Bagley … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 459 Volition with Ryan Parrot Writer – Ryan Parrot, Artist – Omar Francia Quick Intro History with Comics Previous Work Volition Give our listeners an idea of what the title … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 458 Superman Sunday: Superman #2 Jace breaks downs the second issue of the Superman title. Story structure by Bendis and the art by Reis, Prado and Sinclair are all examined … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 457 Valiant Sunday – Jeff Lemire’s Bloodshot Jace and Jesse talk about the final issue of the Jeff Lemire era of Bloodshot, issue #12 of Bloodshot Salvation. Plus they discuss … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 456 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II # 6 Writer – Jim Shooter, Penciler – Al Milgrom, Inker – Steve Leialoha, Colorist – Minny Hands
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 455 Justice League #5 Spotlight Jace and Manny take a look at the first Legion of Doom spotlight episode in the new Justice League series. What do things look like … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 454 Top Cow Thursday: Port of Earth #8 Jace and Manny give their thoughts on the final issue of Port of Earth and talk about what they expect to see … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 452 New Comic Wednesday August 8, 2018 Jace Flash #52 Writer – Joshua Williamson, Artist – Christian Duce, Colorist – Luis Guerrero Hal Jordan #50 Writer – Robert Venditti, … Continued
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In this episode; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 452 San Diego Comic Con 2018 DC Comics Wrap-Up Jace talks about some of the biggest news to come out of San Diego Comic Con in regards to DC Comics
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 451 Hunt for Wolverine: Weapon Lost #4 Writer – Charles Soule, Artist – Matteo Buffagni, Colorist – Jim Charalampidis
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 450 Marvel Monday: Infinity War #1 Writer – Gerry Duggan, Artist – Mike Deodato Jr, Colorist- Frank Martin Cosmic Ghost Rider #2 Writer – Donny Cates, Artist – Dylan … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 449 AfterShock New Releases for August 8, 2018 Plus a Look at American Monster Animosity Evolution #7 Writer – Marguerite Bennett, Artist – Eric Gapstur. Colorist – Rob Schwager Clankillers … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 448 Superman Sunday Quick Intro History with comics Why the love of Superman Man of Steel #1-6 – Brian Michael Bendis Man of Steel – John Byrne #1-6 Recap … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 447 Valiant Sunday: Harbinger Wars II #3 Writer – Matt Kindt, Artists – Tomas Giorello & Renato Guedes, Colorist – Diego Rodriguez
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 446 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #6 Tie-Ins The Thing Writer – Mike Carlin, Pencils – Ron Wilson, Inks – Dennis Janke, Colorist – Bob Sharen Dr. Strange Writer – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 445 Skies of Fire Spotlight with Ray Chou Jace welcomes Ray Chou back to the podcast for a chat. The co- creator of Skies of Fire and co-founder of Mythopoeia, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 444 Eclipse #9 & San Diego Sound Bytes 2018: Ryan Cady & Bryan Edward Hill Eclipse #9 Writer – Zack Kaplan, Artist – Giovanni Timpano, Colorist – Flavio Dispenza
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In this episode we discuss; Jace takes a look at the July Previews catalogs for books shipping, mostly in September of 2018.
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 442 New Comic Wednesday August 1, 2018 Jace Adventures of the Super Sons #1 Writer – Peter J Tomasi, Penciler – Carlo Barberi, Inker – Art Thibert, Colorist – Protobunker … Continued
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In this episode; Jace sits down at San Diego Comic Con 2018 and chats with legendary painter and illustrator joe Jusko to talk about his work. From the Marvel Masterpiece cards to countless covers and even interior work, Joe has … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 440 San Diego Sound Bytes 2018: Michael Easton Jace stopped by the Bllackwatch Comics booth at SDCC 2018 and chatted with Michael Easton about a couple of the titles from … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 439 Hunt for Wolverine Spotlight: Mystery in Madripoor #3 Writer – Jim Zub, Artist – Thony Silas, Colorist – Felipe Sobreiro
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 438 San Diego Sound Bytes 2018: She Could Fly with Chris Cantwell Writer – Chris Cantwell, Artist – Martin Marazzo, Colorist – Miroslav Mrva
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 437 San Diego Sound Bytes 2018: The Alcoholic with Dean Haspiel Remind our listeners what the alcoholic is all about 10 years later this story is still resonating and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 436 AfterShock Monday: Lost City Explorers #2 and A Chat with Zack Kaplan Writer – Zack Kaplan, Artist – Alvaro Sarraseca, Colorist – Dee Cunniffe
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In this episode; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 435 San Diego Sound Bytes 2018: Andy Park Jace chats at San Diego Comic Con 2018 with Marvel Concept Artist Andy Park about the enduring popularity of the Marvel Cinematic Universe and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 434 Superman Sunday: Action Comics #1001 Writer – Brian Michael Bendis, Artist – Patrick Gleason, Colorist – Alejandro Sanchez
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 433 Valiant Sunday: Ninja-K #9 & Shadowman #5 Ninja-K #9 Writer – Christos Gage, Artist – Juan Jose Ryp, Colorist – Jordie Bellaire Shadowman #5 Writer – Andy Diggle, Artist … Continued
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In this episode; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 432 San Diego Sound Bytes 2018: Joe Henderson Jace chat with Joe Henderson at San Diego Comic Con 2018 about the return of Lucifer on Netflix and his fantastic series from Image … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with writer Kyle Higgins at San Diego Comic Con 2018 about his Image title The Dead Hand.
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In this episode; Jace has a quick chat with Stanley “Arterm” Lau at San Diego Comic Con 2018.
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 429 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #5 Writer – Jim Shooter, Penciler – Al Milgrom, Inkers – Steve Leialoha & Joe Rubinstein, Colorist – M. Hands
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 428 San Diego Sound Bytes 2018 – Jeff Lemire Black hammer Creating worlds Why do it? Love letter to comics Commentary on comics Comic history Other creators Follow Jeff … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 427 San Diego Sound Bytes 2018 – Michael Moreci Wasted space Quick intro We’re starting to see themes of destiny and purpose explored, has the idea of fated destiny or … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 426 Spotlight on Justice League #4 Writer – Scott Snyder, Artist – Jorge Jimenez, Colorist – Alejandro Sanchez
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In this episode we discuss; Jace chats with writer J.T. Krul about his new title from Aspen Comics. Nu Way. It’s all live, right from the floor of SDCC 2018
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In this episode we discuss; 2016 Han Solo return to interiors, since then you have gone back to cover work. How do you feel currently about where you are at? I know you like to push yourself as an artist. … Continued
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In this episode; Recorded LIVE at San Diego Comicon 2018, it’s the Top Cow Panel. Get a look at what’s to come from one of the best publishers around!
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In this episode; Manny sits down at San Diego Comic Con 2018 with Veronica and Andy Fish, part of the art team for the Dark Horse title Blackwood. What’s Blackwood all about? Is seems like a challenge to pack so … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 421 New Comic Wednesday July 25, 2018 The Flash #51 Writer – Joshua Williamson, Artist – Scott Kolins. Colorist – Luis Guerrero Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 420 Hunt for Wolverine: Claws of the Killer #3 Writer – Mariko Tamaki, Pencilers – Butch Guice & Mack Chater, Inkers – Cam Smith & Mack Chater, Colorist – Dan … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 419 AfterShock Monday: A Quick Look at the Titles for July 25, 2018 Brothers Dracul Writer – Cullen Bunn, Artist – Mirko Colak, Colorist – Maria Santaolalla Pestilence: A Story … Continued
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In this episode; Jace and the LRM Online crew come to you live from the Gaslamp during SDCC 2018
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In this episode we discuss; Live from San Diego Comicon 2018, the Valiant Fans Forum Panel
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 416 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #4 Tie-ins Avengers #261 Writer – Roger Stern, Penciler – John Buscema, Inker – Tom Palmer, Colorist – Christie Scheele Alpha Flight #28 Writer/Penciler … Continued
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In this episode; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 415 SDCC 2018 Preview Night Jace chats with some of his favorite creators and publishers about the special exclusives they have at SDCC 2018.
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 414 Top Cow Thursday: Aphrodite V #1 Writer – Bryan Edward Hill, Artist Jeff Spokes
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 413 Webtoons with Tom Akel About Webtoons – LINE WEBTOON is the best digital comics platform for you to enjoy various comics for free on the web and mobile. LINE WEBTOON … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 412 New Comic Wednesday July 18, 2018 Jace Brave and the Bold #6 Writer/Artist – Liam Sharp, Colors – Romulo Fajardo Jr Euthanauts #1 Writer – Tini Howard, Artist … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 411 SDCC 2018 Preview General Overview How SDCC is different from every other con Panels Movies – https://theverge.com/2018/7/16/17568640/san-diego-comic-con-panels-preview-sdcc-2018 TV – https://tvguide.com/news/san-diego-comic-con-sdcc-2018-tv-panels/ Comics Parties – https://bleedingcool.com/2018/07/09/bleeding-cool-san-diego-comic-con-party-list-2018/ Nerdist Off-Site Activities – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 410 Hunt for Wolverine: Adamantium Agenda #3 Writer – Tom Taylor, Penciler, R.B. Silva, Inker – Adriano Di Benedetto, Colors – Guru-eFX
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 409 Marvel Monday Amazing Spider-Man #1 Writer – Nick Spencer, Peniler – Ryan Ottley, Inker – Cliff Rathburn, Colorist – Laura Martin X-23 #1 Writer – Mariko Tamaki, Artists … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 408 The Lost City Explorers #3 & Upcoming Titles The Lost City Explorers #2 Writer – Zach Kaplan, Artist – Alvaro Sarraseca, Colorist – Dee Cunniffe Upcoming Titles The … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 407 Superman Sunday: Superman #1 Writer – Brian Michael Bendis, Penciler – Ivan Reis, Inker – Joe Prado, Colorist – Alex Sinclair
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 406 Valiant Sunday – Chronology: X-O Manowar #3 Writer – Robert Venditti, Penciler – Cary Nord, Inker – Stefano Gaudiano, Colorist – Moose Baumann
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 405 Marvel Chronology Secret Wars II #4 Writer – Jim Shooter, Penciler – Al Milgrom, Inkers – Steve Leialoha & Joe Rubinstein, Colorist – Max Scheele
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 404 Justice League #3 Spotlight Writer – Scott Snyder, Artists – Jorge Jimenez, Colorist – Alejandro Sanchez
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 403 Top Cow Thursday: Port of Earth #7 Writer – Zack Kaplan, Artist – Andrea Mutti, Colorist – Vladimir Popov
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 402 Hot Lunch Special with Eliot Rahal Quick Intro History with Comics Previous Work Hot Lunch Special What’s the story all about? Why did you choose the Midwest as … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 402 New Comic Wednesday July 11, 2018 Jace Relay #1 Story – Donny Cates, Writer – Zac Thompson, Artist- Andy Clarke, Colorist – Dan Brown Isola #4 Writers – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 400 A Beginner’s Guide to Comics Secret Origins Manny Nick Andrew Jace Trivia Manny – Batman Nick – Captain America Andrew – Venom Jace – Superman A beginners guide … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 399 Hunt for Wolverine: Weapon Lost #3 Writer – Charles Soule, Artist – Matteo Buffagni, Colorist – Jim Charalampidis
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 398 Marvel Monday: Death of Inhumans #1, Cosmic Ghost Rider #1, Immortal Hulk #2 & Captain America #1 Death of Inhumans #1 Writer – Donny Cates, Artist – Ariel Olivetti, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 397 AfterShock Monday: Spotlight on Betrothed Writer – Sean Lewis, Artist – Steve Uy, Letterer – Simon Bowland Full Review of issues #1-4 Spoiler free talk about issue #5 which … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 396 Superman Sunday: Man of Steel #6 Writer – Brian Michael Bendis, Artist – Jason Fabok, Colorist – Alex Sinclair
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 395 Valiant Sunday: An Interview with Jason David Frank & Quick Thoughts on Bloodshot Salvation #11 Quick Intro – Most Notable for portraying the Green Ranger & the White Ranger … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 394 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #3 Crossovers Avengers #260 Writer – Roger Stern, Pencils – John Buscema, Inker – Tom Plamer, Colorist – Christie Scheele Incredible Hulk … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 393 Temerity Quick Intro – Jemma Young Jemma, tell us how you and Chad came to be working together Let’s talk about the title, what’s Temerity all about? How … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 390 Poker & Creative Success Plus a Sneak Peek of Eclipse Vol 3 Principles of Professional Poker applied to creative endeavors Persistence Discipline Timing Eclipse Remind our listeners of the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 391 Batman #50 Release Party at Ash Ave Comics Jace chats with Drew, the owner of Ash Avenue Comics about the store, building a great inventory and the sense … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 390 New Comic Wednesday July 4, 2018 Jace Delta 13 #3 Writer – Steve Niles, Artist – Nat Jones, Letterer – Shawn Lee Joe Hill’s The Cape: Fallen #1 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 389 – Amazing las Vegas Comicon: A Chat with Rob Liefeld & Lewis Tan ROB LIEFELD You’re obviously most well-know at this point for creating Deadpool and Cable, but … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 388 Hunt for Wolverine Spotlight: Mystery in Madripoor #2 Writer – Jim Zub, Artist – Thony Silas, Colorist – Felipe Sobreiro
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 387 AfterShock Monday Catch-Up Jace gives some thoughts about a couple of last week’s books and talks about the final issue of Jimmy’s Bastards which hits stands Wenesday July … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 386 Superman Sunday: Man of Steel #5 Writer – Brian Michael Bendis, Artists – Adam Hughes & Jason Fabok, Colorist – Alex Sinclair
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 384 Valiant Sunday: Chronology X-O Manowar #2 Writer – Robert Venditti, Penciler – Cary Nord, Inker – Stefano Gaudiano, Colors – Moose Baumann
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In this episode; Jace sits down with one of the Founders of the Amazing Las Vegas Comic Con, Jimmy Jay. They talk about the family feel of the show, getting special guests who value fan interaction and the importance of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 383 Marvel Chronology Secret Wars II #3 Writer – Jim Shooter, Penciler – Al Milgrom, Inker – Steve Leialoha, Colors – Christie Scheele
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 382 Spotlight on Justice League #2 Writer – Scot Snyder, Artist – Jorge Jimenez, Colorist – Alejandro Sanchez
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In this episode; Jace chats with Cecil Castelucci, Sam Humphries and Steve Orlando CECIL CASTELUCCI Starts at 1:30 Quick Intro History with Comics Shade Tell us about your version of Shade Why tell the story from the female perspective? The … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 380 Top Cow Thursday: Spotlight on Rise of the Magi #0 Writer – Marc Silvestri, Artist – Sumeyye Kesgin, Colorist – Jasen Smith
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 379 New Comic Wednesday June 27, 2018 Detective Comics #983 Writer – Bryan Hill, Penciler – Miguel Mendonca, Inker – Diana Egea, Colorist – Adriano Lucas Flash #49 Writer … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 378 Hunt for Wolverine: Claws of the Killer #2 Writer – Mariko Tamaki, Pencilers – Butch Guice & Mack Chater, Inkers – Cam Smith & Mack Chater
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 377 Future Picks for August 2018 Manny and Jace discuss the books shipping mostly for delivery in August of 2018
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 376 AfterShock Monday: A Talk with Joe Pruett Quick Intro History with Comics Breaking in Previous Work AfterShock Why start your own publisher? Any surprises in the early going? How … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 375 Superman Sunday: Man of Steel #4 Writer – Brian Michael Bendis Artists – Kevin Maguire & Jason Fabok Colorist – Alex Sinclair
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 374 Valiant Sunday: Shadowman Spotlight & Harbinger Wars II #2 Shadowman #’s 1-4 Writer – Andy Diggle, Artists – Stephen Segovia, Adam Polina & Shawn Martinbrough, Colorist – Ulises Arreola, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 373 Marvel Chronology Secret Wars II #2 Crossovers Web of Spider-Man #6 Writer – Danny Fingeroth, Artists – Mike Harris, Mike Zeck, Bob Layton, Simons and Mooney, Colorist – Bob … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jace sits down at the recent Denver Comic Con to chat with writer Zack Kaplan. They talk about Port of Earth #6 and the role reversal of Agents McIntyre and Rice and Zack teases us … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 371 New Comic Wednesday June 20, 2018 Jace The Brave and the Bold – Batman and Wonder Woman #5 Writer/Artist – Liam Sharp, Colorist – Romulo Fajardo Jr New … Continued
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In this episode; Jace and Nick talk all about Denver Comic Con. Who they chatted with, who they saw, what they bought and more!
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 369 Hunt for Wolverine: The Adamantium Agenda #2 Writer – Tom Taylor Penciler – RB Silva Inker – Adriano di Benedetto Colorist – Guru-eFX
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast AfterShock Monday Episode 368 Talking Clan Killers with Sean Lewis Talking The Lost City Explorers with Zack Kaplan Clan Killers What’s the story all about? This is a much darker tale … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 367 Superman Sunday – Man of Steel #3 Writer – Brian Michael Bendis, Artists – Ryan Sook and Jason Fabok, Inker – Wade Von Grawbadger, Colorist – Alex Sinclair
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 366 Valiant Beyond with Robert Meyers Faith: Dreamside Writer – Jody Houser, Artist – MJ Kim Bloodshot: Rising Spirit Writers – Lonnie Nadler & Zac Thompson, Artist – Ken Lashley … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 365 Marvel Chronology Secret Wars II #2 Writer – Jim Shooter Penciler – Al Milgrom Inkers – Steve Leialoha & Joe Rubinstein Colorist – M. Hands
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In this episode we discuss; SPOILERS An in depth look at Justice League #1. Jace and Nick go page by page, talk about the story, speculate on the mysteries and talk about just how big this story is! The Biggest … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jace and Nick talk about the celebrity and comic guests that will be at Denver Comic Con. They also discuss who they hope to interview, panels they hope to attend and some tips for the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 362 Top Cow Thursday Witchblade with Caitlin Kittredge Quick Intro History With Comics Previous Work Witchblade What’s your version of Witchblade all about? How familiar where you with the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 361 New Comic Wednesday June 13, 2018 Jace Hawkman #1 Writer – Robert Venditti, Penciler – Bryan Hitch, Inkers – Andrew Currie & Bryan Hitch, Colorist – Alex Sinclair … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 360 Spotlight on Slots with Dan Panosian Quick Intro History with Comics Previous Work Slots What’t the story about? We all know a Stanley, where did you draw inspiration? this … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 359 Hunt for Wolverine Spotlight; Todd Nauck Previous Work Nightcrawler Cover work Telling a story in one image Where’s Wolverine Concept Design Work process Where to find Todd Online Follow … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 358 AfterShock Monday: Spotlight on Insexts With Marguerite Bennett Quick Intro History with Comics Previous work Give an intro into the world of Insexts How did this series land … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 357 Superman Sunday: Man of Steel #2 Writer – Brian Michael Bendis Artist – Evan “Doc” Shaner, Jason Fabok & Steve Rude Colorist – Alex Sinclair
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 356 Valiant Sunday: Valiant Beyond Faith: Dreamside Writer – Jody Houser, Artist – MJ Kim Bloodshot: Rising Spirit Writers – Lonnie Nadler & Zac Thompson, Artist – Ken Lashley Live … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 355 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #1 Crossovers New Mutants #30 Writer – Chris Claremont, Artist – Bill Sienkiewicz, Colorist – Glynis Oliver Captain America #308 Writer – Mark Gruenwald, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 354 DC News and Phoenix Files with Brian Azzarello, James Tynion IV and Joshua Williamson Jace and Nick talk about the cancellation of Hell Blazer. Plus their thoughts on the … Continued
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In this episode; Jace sits down at Phoenix Comic Fest and chats with concept artist and illustrator Adi Granov. They talk about Adi breaking into concept work, his advice for aspiring artist and how much Adi enjoys connecting with fans.
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 352 Top Cow Thursday: Medieval Spawn & Witchblade Writers – Brian Holguin & Brian Haberlin, Artist – Brian Haberlin, Colorist – Geirrod vanDyke
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In this episode ; Jace sits down with legendary comic book inker Mark Farmer to talk about inking. mark talks about breaking in to American comics, the corroborative nature of inking and what the future may hold for aspiring inkers
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 350 Justice League with Scott Snyder & New Comic Wednesday June 6, 2018 Scott Snyder talks about Justice League Jace Stowaway to the Stars – John Byrne Demi-God #2 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 349 Phoenix Files with Jonathan Glapion Quick Intro History with comics Previous work Inking What it is and isn’t? Is digital reducing the need for inkers? What does inking add? Positives … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 348 Hunt for Wolverine Spotlight: Epilogues and Charles Soule An interview with Charles Soule from Phoenix Comic Fest 2018 Follow Charles on Twitter Captain America #697 Writer – Mark Waid, … Continued
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In this episode; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 347 Phoenix Files with Glenn Rane Jace sits down with Illustrator Glenn Rane. They discuss his work on Blizzard properties such as Warcraft, Hearthstone and StarCraft, fans discovering the creators behind the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 346 AfterShock Monday – Flashback Spotlight on Replica with Paul Jenkins We are flashing all the way back to Long Beach Comic Expo from February of 2016 to talk about … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 345 Superman Sunday: Man of Steel #1 Writer – Brian Michael Bendis Penciller – Ivan Reis Inker – Joe Prado Colorist – Alex Sinclair
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 344 Valiant Sunday – Harbinger Wars II Overall impression of the event so far Changes to story structure Recap of Secret Weapons The story so far Is Livewire justified … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 343 Phoenix Files with Scott Snyder From Metal to Justice League No Justice it seems like the DCU has been turned on it’s head, you’ve flipped the table. What’s the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 342 Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars II #1 The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Secret Wars II #1 Writer – Jim Shooter Penciller – Al Milgrom Inker … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 341 Phoenix Files with Stephan Franck Remind our listeners what Silver is all about In volume #3 things seemed to be spiraling out of Finnegan’s control, is that about … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 340 Phoenix Files with Stranger Comics Jace sits down at Phoenix Comic Fest with the founder of Stranger Comics, Sebastian A. Jones. They talk about inclusion, diversity, making story a … Continued
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In this episode; Jace sits down for a chat with writer Charles Soule. They discuss his debut novel The Oracle Year, fan reaction to the book, some of the themes of the story and whether Charles believes in fate. Also … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 338 Top Cow Thursday – Chronology 58 Tomb Raider/Witchblade #1 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Tomb Raider/Witchblade #1 Writers – Michael Turner, Penciller – Michael Turnerl, Inker – Joe … Continued
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In this episode; Jace sits down at Phoenix Comic Fest while Sean Gunn talks about working with his brother, the challenge of playing motion capture Rocket Raccoon and his favorite part of attending conventions.
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 336 New Comic Wednesday May 30, 2018 Harbinger Wars II #1 Writer – Matt Kindt, Artist – Tomas Giorello, Colors – Diego Rodriguez Cyberforce #3 Writers – Matt Hawkins … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 335 Phoenix Comic Fest Wrap-Up Jace gives his thoughts on the show overall. He talks about the retailer perspective as well as the security changes, Plus he will preview all … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 334 Hunt for Wolverine Mystery in Madripoor Writer – Jim Zub Artist – Thony Silas Colorist – Felipe Sobreiro
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In this episode; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 333 Phoenix Files with Manu Bennett Jace got a chance to sit down and hear Manu Bennett talk about the craft of acting. Manu talks about what his take is on Slade … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 332 Pestilence with Frank Tieri Intro History with comics Breaking into the industry Previous Work Pestilence Vol One What the story is all about Impetus of the idea Research … Continued
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The Comic Source Podcast Episode 331 Valiant Sunday: A Chat with David Baron David Baron Remind us what Stained is all about? How was the reception for the book? Biggest title ever from 451? Plans beyond the book? Taken/Transporter? … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 330 Secret Wars Aftermath The Thing #’s 11-23 Writers – John Byrne, Mike Carlin & Bob Harras, Pencils Ron Wilson, Inker – Joe Sinnot, Colors – Bob Sharen
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In this episode we discuss; Phoenix Comic Fest Jace talks about the huge guest list, gives recommendations for what to do at the show, talks about the great deals to be had and more!
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 328 Top Cow Thursday A Chat with Brian Haberlin Quick Intro History with comics Previous Work Tell us a little about what Medieval Spawn & witchblade is all about? … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 327 New Comics Wednesday May 23, 2018 Delta 13 #1 Writer – Steve Niles, Artist – Nat Jones Star Trek – The Next Generation: Through the Mirror #4 Writers … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 326 Comic Talk Comic Con Revolution Wrap-Up Comic News Upcoming Convention – Phoenix Comic Fest
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 325 The Hunt for Wolverine; Claws of the Killer #1 Writer – Mariko Tamaki Penciler – Butch Guice Inker – Cam Smith Color Artist – Dan Brown
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 324 AfterShock Monday A Chat with Paul Jenkins Intro Previous work Current Work AfterShock What is Alters all about? How was the reception? Why did you feel the time … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 323 Valiant Sunday A Chat with Kevin Van Hook Intro History with Comics Previous work Valiant You are a co-creator of Bloodshot along with Don Perlin and Bob Layton, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 322 Marvel Chronology – Secret War Aftermath Amazing Spider-Man #252 Writers – Roger Stern & Tom DeFalco, Penciler – Ron Frenz, Inks – Brett Breeding, Colorist – Glynis Wein … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 321 A Chat with V Ken Marion History with Comics Grow up reading comics Favorite Titles Favorite creators Choosing Comics as a Career First Steps School Inspirations First Big Break … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 320 Top Cow Thursday – Chronology 57 Witchblade #9 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Witchblade #9 Writers – David Wohl & Christina Z, Penciller – Tony Daniel, Inker – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 319 New Comics Wednesday & The Dead Hand with Kyle Higgins The Dead Hand #2 Writer – Kyle Higgins, Artist – Stephen Mooney, Colorist – Jordie Bellaire Quick Into … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 318 Future Picks Previews #356 For books mostly shipping in July 2018 JUSTICE LEAGUE #1 – NEW LOGO
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 317 THe Hunt for Wolverine Adamantium Agenda #1 Adamantium Agenda #1 Writer – Tom Taylor, Penciler – R.B.Silva, Inkers – Adriano di Benedetto with R.B. Silva, Colorist – Jesus … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 316 A Walk Through Hell With Mike Marts Intro Quick catch-up how AfterShock is doing overall A Walk Through Hell What’s the story about? Do you know why Garth … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast episode 315 Bloodshot Salvation #9 Writers – Ray Fawkes & Jeff Lemire, Artist – Renato Guedes, Ninja-K 37 Writer – Christos Gage, Artist – Juan Jose Ryp, Colorist – Jordie Belaire
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 314 Marvel Chronology – Secret War Aftermath Avengers #263 Writer – Roger Stern, Pencils – Al Milgrom, Inks – Joe Sinnot, Colorist – Julianna Ferriter Fantastic Four #265 Writer … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Hawkman Spotlight HAWKMAN Who is Hawkman Golden Age Silver Age How do you solve a problem like Hawkman? The timeline many versions problem Hawkman Timeline Pre-Crisis Post-Crisis Changes Was Hawkworld … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 312 Port of Earth #5 Writer – Zack Kaplan, Artist – Andrea Mutti, Colorist – Vladimir Popov Bonehead #1-3 Writer – Bryan Edward Hill, Artist – Rhoald Marcellius, Colorist – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 312 New Comic Wednesday May 9, 2018 Jace Rough Riders Ride or Die #4 Writer – Adam Glass, Artist – Patrick Olliffe, Colorist – Gabe Eltaeb Batgirl and the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 310 The Hunt for Wolverine Spotlight: Weapon Lost #1 Writer – Charles Soule Artist – Matteo Buffagni Colorist – Jim Charalampidis
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 308 Rough Riders Spotlight With Adam Glass and Patrick Olliffe Intro Adam – History with comics and previous work Patrick – History with comics and previous work Rough Riders … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 308 VEI Chronology – X-O Manowar #1 VEI Reading Order X-O Manowar Writer – Robert Venditti, Penciller – Cary Nord, Inker- Stefano Gaudiano, Colors – Moose Baumann
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 307 Marvel Chronology Secret Wars #12 The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Marvel Super Hero Secret Wars #12 Writer – Jim Shooter, Penciller – Mike … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 306 – Flashback Friday A Chat with Jen Broomall Follow Jen on Twitter Follow Jen on Instagram Watch Jen on Twitch Watch Jen on YouTube Like Jen on Facebook Visit … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 305 Top Cow Thursday – Chronology 56 Witchblade: Shades of Gray #4 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Witchblade : Shades of Gray #3 Writers – Leah Moore & John … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 304 New Comic Wednesday May 2, 2018 Jace Action Comics Special #1 Writers – Dan Jurgens, Mark Russell, Max Landis, Steve Orlando Artists – Will Conrad, Jill Thompson, Francis … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Hunt for Wolverine #1 Writer – Charles Soule Pencillers – David Marquez, Paulo Siqueira Inkers – David Marquez, Walden Wong Colorists – Rachelle Rosenberg, Ruth Redmond,
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 302 Spotlight on Relay with Zac Thompson Intro History with Comics Previous work Relay Overall story Taking inspiration from “The Souvenir” Monoculture Pros Cons Humans, society and the concept … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 301 Valiant Sunday Jace talks about the recent release of Ninjack vs the Valiant Universe, the decision to talk it offline in less than a week and the reversal of that … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 300 9 Panel Grid Top 9 Artist Jace Lee Bermejo – Batman Damned, Suiciders, We Are Robin, Deathblow, Batman – Noel, Luthor, Joker Stanley “Artgerm” Lau – Covers – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 299 Marvel Chronology Secret Wars #11 The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Marvel Super Hero Secret Wars #11 Writer – Jim Shooter, Penciller – Mike … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 298 Top Cow Thursday A Chat with Bryan Edward Hill Intro History with Comics Past Work CyberForce What is the overall story all about What is the challenge in … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 297 New Comic Wednesday April 25, 2018 DC “FRESH START” Rumors Jace Demon Hell is Earth #6 Writer – Andrew Constant, Penciller – Brad Walker, Inker – Andrew Hennessy, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Talking Jupiter Jet with Jason Inman Intro History with comics What was the motivation behind creating your own title Jupiter Jet – Jupiter Jet on Comixology Quick overview of the story All ages with sophistication … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 295 AfterShock Monday – Babyteeth Spotlight Writer – Donny Cates, Artist – Garry Brown, Colorist – Mark Englert
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 294 Valiant Sunday A Chat with Joe Illidge and Mel Caylo Joe Illidge History with comics Grow up reading them? Always wanted to work in the comics industry? Previous work … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 293 Marvel Chronology Secret Wars #10 The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Marvel Super Hero Secret Wars #10 Writer – Jim Shooter, Penciller – Mike … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 292 Talking Hawkman with Robert Venditti Intro – Previous work Hawkman project How did this project come about? Bringing Hawkman back in the Metal event Working with Scott Snyder What’s … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; To celebrate 20 years at Top Cow we are flashing back to the first time we had Matt Hawkins on the show. We talk about Think Tank, Tithe, Postal, the state of top Cow and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 290 New Comics Wednesday April 18, 2018 Jace Skyward #1 Writer – Joe Henderson, Artist – Lee Garbett, Colorist – Antonio Fabela Follow Joe on Twitter Action Comics #1000 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Lost in Space Lost in Space Coverage from WonderCon Ninjak vs The Valiant Universe A chat with Aaron Schoenke from Bat in the Sun The Comic Source Podcast Episode 289 Spotlight on Jirni Jirni … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Lost in Space Lost in Space Coverage from WonderCon Ninjak vs The Valiant Universe A chat with Aaron Schoenke from Bat in the Sun The Comic Source Podcast Episode 288 AfterShock Monday Her Infernal Descent … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Ninjak vs The Valiant Universe – An exciting new web-series from Bat in the Sun Productions Aaron Schoenke from Bat in the Sun joins us to talk about working with Valiant to bring their characters … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 286 Marvel Chronology Secret Wars #9 The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Marvel Super Hero Secret Wars #9 Writer – Jim Shooter, Penciller – Mike … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 285 Top Cow Thursday – Chrono 55 Witchblade: Shades of Gray #3 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Witchblade : Shades of Gray #3 Writers – Leah Moore & John … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 284 New Comic Wednesday April 11, 2018 Jace Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #42 Writer – Robert Venditti, Artist – Ethan Van Sciver, Colorist – Jason Wright … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 283 Recommended Reading Jace Green Lantern – Earth One Writers – Corinna Bechko & Gabriel Hardman, Artist – Gabriel Hardman, Colorist – Jordan Boyd 21 Down #1-12 Writers – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 282 AfterShock Monday with Cullen Bunn Brothers Dracul What the story is all about? With Dark Ark, Unholy Grail and now Brothers Dracul, you have done several period pieces … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 281 Valiant Sunday- The State of Valiant Bloodshot Salvation #9 & Ninja-K #6 Warren Simons Resignation Bloodshot Salvation #9 Writer – Jeff Lemire, Artist – Renato Guedes Ninja-K #6 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 280 Marvel Chronology Secret Wars #8 Kelly’s Thank You Kelly’s E-mail – kelleyedale@yahoo.com Skyward Kickstarter Page – https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Skyward Omnibus Episode – http://thecomicsourceblog.com/comic-source-podcast-episode-225-skyward-kickstarter-special/ The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 279 Top Cow Thursday – Warframe Spotlight Kelly’s Thank You Kelly’s E-mail – kelleyedale@yahoo.com Skyward Kickstarter Page – https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Skyward Omnibus Episode – http://thecomicsourceblog.com/comic-source-podcast-episode-225-skyward-kickstarter-special/ Warframe Writers – Ryan Cady … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 278 New Comics Wednesday April 4, 2018 Kelly’s Thank You Kelly’s E-mail – kelleyedale@yahoo.com Skyward Kickstarter Page – https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Skyward Omnibus Episode – http://thecomicsourceblog.com/comic-source-podcast-episode-225-skyward-kickstarter-special/ Betrothed #2 Writer – Sean … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 277 Future Picks – Previews #355 Kelly’s Thank You Kelly’s E-mail – kelleyedale@yahoo.com Skyward Kickstarter Page – https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Skyward Omnibus Episode – http://thecomicsourceblog.com/comic-source-podcast-episode-225-skyward-kickstarter-special/ Previews #355 – April Catalog for … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 276 AfterShock Monday Series Rundown Part 3 Eleanor and the Egret Writer – John Layman, Artist – Sam Keith, Colorist – Ronda Pattison Fu jitsu Writer – Jai Nitz, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 275 Valiant Sunday – Eternity Kelly’s Thank You Kelly’s E-mail – kelleyedale@yahoo.com Skyward Kickstarter Page – https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Skyward Omnibus Episode – http://thecomicsourceblog.com/comic-source-podcast-episode-225-skyward-kickstarter-special/ ETERNITY Writer – Matt Kindt, Penciller – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 274 Marvel Chronology – Secret Wars #7 The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Writer – Jim Shooter, Penciller – Mike Zeck, Inker – John Beatty, … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with Frank Mastromauro from Aspen Comics about the new partnership with Mythos Studios, the prospect of bringing Aspen characters to the big screen and the fan reaction to the news. Aspen MLT Overview and Announcement … Continued
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In this episode; Jace is joined by writer Jimmy Palmiotti to discuss the Kickstarter campaign for Jimmy’s new graphic novel, Killing Time in America. Writers – Jimmy Palmiotti & Craig Weeden, Artist – Justin Norman Kickstarter – Click Here
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 271 CyberForce #1 Created by Marc Silvestri, Writers – Matt Hawkins & Bryan Hill, Artist – Atilio Rojo, Letters – Troy Peteri
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 270 New Comics Wednesday March 28, 2018 Rough Riders: Ride or Die #2 Writer – Adam Glass, Artist – Patrick Oliffe, Colorist Gabe Eltaeb Jimmy’s Bastards #7 Writer – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 269 Wondercon Wrap-Up Overall Impression of the Show Comic Book News DC IDW Shopping at the Show TV News Cloak and Dagger Series of Unfortunate Events Lost in Space … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with DC creator Ryan Benjamin about taking over the art duties in Immortal Men.
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In this episode; Jace and Manny give their thoughts on the future of Valiant, they talk about their crazy, busy Saturday at WonderCon, plus DC News!
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 266 Marvel Chronology – Secret Wars #6 The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #6 Writer – Jim Shooter, Pencils – Mike … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 265 The Expanse Season 3 with Cas Anvar The Expanse Season 3 premieres is scheduled for April 11th on SYFY, I wonder if you can sum up the tone … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 264 Top Cow Thursday – Chrono 54 Witchblade: Shades of Gray #2 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Witchblade : Shades of Gray #2 Writers – Leah Moore & John … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 263 New Comics Wednesday March 21, 2018 Jirni Vol 3 #1 Writer – J.T. Krul, Artist – Michael Santamaria, Colorist – John Starr Damage #3 Writer – Robert Venditti, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Wondercon 2018; The interviews, Panels and things we are looking forward to most at Wondercon 2018. Plus Manny and Jace give some advice for first time convention goers.
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In this episode we discuss; Mike Marts Interview History with Comic growing up Comics as a career Breaking In Working in the trenches That feeling you’ve “made” it Past Projects most proud of Getting recruited by AfterShock Taking a … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 260 Valiant Sunday Ninja-K Spotlight Ninjak – Intro and Backstory The Ninja Program The Acclimation Bureau Do the ends justify the means? Was Justice Served? Ninjak – Bureau vs … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #1 Writer – Jim Shooter, Pencils – Bob Layton, Inker – John Beatty, Colorist – Christie Scheele
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 258 Spotlight on Michael Moreci Wasted Space What it’s all about Themes you are looking to explore Faith as a motivator, Belief in self vs Higher Power Collaboration with … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 257 Top Cow Thursday Port of Earth Volume 1 Zack Kaplan Intro & Previous work Port of Earth What it’s all about Reception of Volume #1 Is this a … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 256 New Comic Wednesday March 14, 2018 Cold War #2 Writer – Christopher Sebela, Artist – Hayden Sherman Action Comics #999 Writer – Dan Jurgens, Artist – Wil Conrad, Colorist … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 255 Future Picks for May 2018 Previews #354 Top Picks DC Nation #0 No Justice Hunt For Wolverine Death or Glory Harbinger Wars 2
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In this episode we discuss; THe Comic Source Podcast Episode 255 AfterShock Monday Betrothed Spotlight Sean Lewis Intro Previous Work Betrothed What the story is all about Themes that will be explored Why choose two teenagers to represent these worlds? … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 253 Valiant Sunday Secret Weapons #0 Nikki’s Story & Owen’s Story Secret Weapons #0 – Nikki’s Story Writer – Eric Heisserer, Artist – Adam Pollina Colorist – David Baron … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #1 Writer – Jim Shooter, Pencils – Bob Layton, Inker – John Beatty, Colorist – Christie Scheele
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 251 DC Black Label Special DC Press Release https://www.dccomics.com/blog/2018/03/08/dc-launches-new-publishing-imprint-dc-black-label Hollywood Reporter Article https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/dc-black-label-imprint-unveiled-1092933?utm_source=twitter List of Titles and Creative Teams Superman: Year One by Frank Miller and John Romita Jr Batman: … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 250 Top Cow Thursday – Chronology 53 Jason Inman YouTube Channel – https://www.youtube.com/user/Jawiin Jeremy Dale Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus/description Demi-God Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/11399829/demi-god-my-kick-ass-graphic-novel?ref=project_tweet Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Witchblade: Shades of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Episode 249 New Comics Wednesday March 7, 2018 Demi-God Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/11399829/demi-god-my-kick-ass-graphic-novel?utm_content=bufferffeb9&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer Jeremy Dale Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus/description Superman #42 – Writers – Peter J Tomasi & Patrick Gleason, Pencils – Patrick … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 248 – 9 Panel Grid Recommended Reading Jeremy Dale Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus/posts/2129766 Jace Amazing Spider-Man – Dan Slott, Ryan Stegman The Terrifics- Jeff Lemire, Ivan Reis Action … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 246 Valiant Sunday Toyo Harada Spotlight Toyo Harada First Appearance – Harbinger Vol 2 #1 Brief History Powers Motivation New series and predictions for the future http://www.vulture.com/2018/02/valiant-comics-unleashes-the-life-and-death-of-toyo-harada.html Joshua Dysart … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #1 Writer – Jim Shooter, Pencils – Bob Layton, Inker – John Beatty, Colorist – Christie Scheele
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In this episode we discuss; Ron Marz joins Jace to talk about the upcoming Demi-God series and the Kickstarter for the deluxe edition of Issue #1 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/11399829/demi-god-my-kick-ass-graphic-novel Demi-God What it’s all about? Who are the creators behind the series? How … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Witchblade # 7-8 Writers – David Wohl, Michael Turner & Christina Z. Penciller – Michael Turner Inker – D-tron Colorist – JD Smith
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 242 New Comics Wednesday Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Justin Ponsor – Fundraiser to Fight Cancer https://www.gofundme.com/help-justin-ponsor Backways #3 – Writer – Justin Jordan, Artist – Eleonora Carlini, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 241 9 Panel Grid Top 5 Heroes You’ve Never Heard Of Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Top Five Heroes You’ve Never Heard Of Moon Knight Werewolf by Night … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus A Walk Through Hell Writer – Garth Ennis, Artist – Goran Sudzuka, Colorist – Ive Svorcina Animosity: Evolution Writer – Marguerite Bennett, Artist – Eric Gapstur, Colorist – Rob … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus War Mother Writer – Fred van Lente, Artist – Tomas Giorello, Stephen Segovia & Roberto de la Torre, Colorist – Andrew Dalhouse
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In this episode we discuss; The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #1 Writer – Jim Shooter, Pencils – Mike Zeck, Inker – John Beatty, Colorist – Christie Scheele Jeremy Dale’s Skyward … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars #1 Writer – Jim Shooter, Pencils – Mike Zeck, Inker – John Beatty, Colorist – Christie Scheele Edited Image without … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 221 Top Cow Thursday – Chronology 51 Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Witchblade # 5-6 Writers – David Wohl, Michael Turner & Christina Z. Penciller … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 235 New Comics Wednesday February 19, 2018 Comic News Marvel Reboots Again?!?!?! A Fresh Start – Solicits delayed Black Panther Dominates Box Office $241.9 million DC Releases 7 of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 234 AfterShock Monday Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus A Walk Through Hell – Writer – Garth Ennis, Artist – Goran Sudzuka, Colorist – Ive Svorcina Solicit – So these … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 233 Valiant Sunday Ninjak vs the Valiant Universe #2 Quantum and Woody #3 Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Valiant changes the format for Harbinger Wars II https://www.bleedingcool.com/2018/02/17/eric-heisserer-no-longer-writing-valiant-dmg-buyout-changes-harbinger-wars-2/ Ninjak … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Bryan Edward Hill – Black History Month Preview Spotlight https://www.previewsworld.com/Article/207096-BHM-Spotlight-An-Interview-With-Creator-Bryan-Edward-Hill Wondercon 2016 – Interview with Bryan Edward Hill
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In this episode we discuss; THe Comic Source Podcast Episode 231 New Comic Wednesday February 14, 2018 Babyteeth #8 – Writer – Donny Cates, Penciller – Garry Brown, Colorist – Mark Englert Dark Knights Rising The Wild Hunt #1 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 230 Cold War Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Christopher Sebela Intro Start in comics Past Work Cold War Basic Premise Impetus of the idea Merging Genres War Sci-Fi … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Bloodshot Salvation – The Story So Far Bloodshot Salvation #6 Writer – Jeff Lemire Artist – Renato Guedes Ninja-K – The Story So Far Writer – Christos Gage Artist … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 The Avengers Writer – Roger Stern Penciller – Al Milgrom Inkers – Brett Breeding & Joe Rubinstein Colorist – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 221 Top Cow Thursday – Chronology 49 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Witchblade #1-4 Writers – David Wohl, Brian Haberlin & Christina Z. Penciller – Michael Turner Inker – D-tron Colorist … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 226 New Comics Wednesday February 7, 2018 Jeremy Dale’s Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus Swamp Thing Winter Special #1 Writers – Tom King & Len Wein, Artist – Jason Fabok … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Skyward Omnibus Kickstarter With Kelly Dale Jeremy Dale Start in Comics Previous Work Skyward What it’s all about Where Jeremy got the idea Why was it Jeremy’s passion project? Kickstarter – https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/271738900/jeremy-dale-skyward-omnibus What will the … Continued
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In this episode; We flash back to October 2016 and Jace breaks down all the AfterShock titles up to that point. Look for Series Rundown Part 2 with all the titles since then, coming soon! The Comic Source Podcast … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Secret Weapons Writer – Eric Heisserer Artists – Raul Allen, Patricia Martin
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In this episode we discuss; The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Captain America #292 Writer – JM DeMatteis Pencels – Paul Neary Inks – Ed Berreto Colors – Bob Sharen Iron Man #181 Writer – Denny … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 221 Top Cow Thursday – Chronology 49 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Where to find the books Tomb Raider Journeys #11 Creative Line-Up Writer-Fiona Kai Avery Penciler-Manny Clark Inkers-Marlo Alquiza Colorist- … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 220 New Comics Wednesday Animosity #12 – Writer – Marguerite Bennett, Artist – Rafael de Latorre, Colorist – Rob Schwager Dark Nights Metal #5 – Writer – Scott Snyder, Penciller … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Episode 219 AfterShock Mondays Flashback Spotlight Into Chris Eberle-History with comics & podcasting What makes a good historical comic/fiction? Good War Comic Dreaming Eagles #1-6 – Writer-Garth Ennis, Artist-Simon … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 218 Valiant Sundays Divinity Spotlight Divinity Writer – Matt Kindt Penciller – Trevor Hairsine Inker – Ryan Winn Colorist – David Baron Divinity II Writer – Matt Kindt Penciller … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Incredible Hulk #293 Writer – Bill Mantlo Pencils – Sal Buscema Inks – Gerry Talaoc Colors – Bob Sharen Incredible Hulk #294 Writer – Bill … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 216 Top Cow Thursday – Chronology 48 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Where to find the books Tomb Raider Journeys #9 Creative Line-Up Writer-Fiona Kai Avery Penciler-Manny Clark Inkers-Marlo Alquiza and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 214 New Comics Wednesday January 24, 2018 Top Picks for the Week Jace Ninja-K #3 – Writer – Christos Gage, Artist – Tomas Giorello, Roberto de la Torre, Ariel … Continued
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The Comic Source Awards 2017 Best New Hero or Hero Team Jace – Stanford Yu – Mech Cadet Yu – Writer – Greg Pak, Artist – Takeshi Miyazawa, Jimmy Regent, Dawn Mereno, Rose Manny – Gotham City Garage Female Cast … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Justin Jordan Intro Previous work Backways What it’s all about Where did the idea come from Collaboration with Eleonora Carlini Building the world Art style Target audience Why Aftershock Upcoming work
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In this episode we discuss; Ninjak – Brief character history and origin Ninja-k #3 Writer – Christos Gage, Artists – Tomas Giorello, Roberto de la Torre & Ariel Olivetti, Colors – Diego Rodriguez
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In this episode we discuss; The Complete Secret Wars Chronology by Comic Book Herald https://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars6 Avengers #240 – Writers – Roger Stern & Ann Nocenti, Breakdowns – AL Milgrom, Finishes – Joe Sinnott Avengers #241 – Writers – Roger Stern … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Top Cow Thursday The Top Cow Chronology Project 47 Episode 210 Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Where to find the books Tomb Raider Journeys #8 Creative Line-Up Writer-Fiona Kai Avery Penciler-Mun Kao Tan … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 209 New Comics Wednesday January 17th Brilliant Trash #3, Writer – Tim Seeley, Artist – Priscilla Petraites, Colors – Marco Lesko Batman #39 – Writer – Tom King, Artist … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Introduction – Tim Seeley Past Work Current Projects Why AfterShock Brilliant Trash Originally called LifeSpanners Why the change What it’s all about? Political commentary Do politics belong in comics? Desire to tell this particular story? … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Its a blast from the past as we present an interview Jace did with Valiant Head Honcho Dinesh Shamdasani and Wondercon a few years ago. Its interesting to listen to Dinesh and the state … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 206 Marvel Chronology Project – Secret Wars Prelude New Mutants #13, Uncanny X-Men 178 & 179 New Mutants #13, Writer – Chris Claremont, Pencils – Sal Buscema, Finishes – … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 205 Top Cow Thursday Port of Earth #3. Writer – Zack Kaplan, Artist – Andrea Mutti, Colorist – Vladimir Popov Witchblade #2, Writer – Caitlin Kittredge, Artist – Roberta … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 204 New Comics Wednesday 1-10-18 Jace Jimmy’s Bastards #6, Writer – Garth Ennis, Artist – Russ Braun, Colors – John Kalisz Mech Cadet Yu #5, Writer – Greg Pak, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The Comic Source Podcast AfterShock Mondays Alters Creative Team Writer – Paul Jenkins Artist – Leila Leiz Colors – Tamra Bonvillain, Leonardo Paciarotti Covers – Brian Stelfreeze Characters Chalice Matter Man The Gateway Army … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: The Comic Source Podcast Valiant Sundays Bloodshot Reborn Brief Overview of Bloodshot Created by Kevin Van Hook & Yvel Guichet First Appearance Rai #0 Character Synopsis Creative Team Writers – Jeff Lemire, Ray Fawkes … Continued
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In this episode; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 201 Doomsday Clock #1 Jace and Manny discuss the first issue of Doomsday Clock. Continuing the story that writer Geoff Johns started in the DC Universe Rebirth Special, this story … Continued
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In this episode; It’s our GIANT-SIZED 200th Episode! Listen as Jace and Manny break down the Justice League movie character by character. They discuss what worked and what didn’t, the box office reception and the future of the DCEU. … Continued
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In this episode: Jace talks about the Kickstarter for Volume 2 of the self-published title Hex 11, plus an interview with two of the creators, Lisa K Weber and Kelly Sue Milano. Go back the Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hexcomix/hex11-volume-twohttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hexcomix/hex11-volume-two Check out the … Continued
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In this episode; Manny and Jace break down the latest crossover issues for DC big event Dark Nights Metal. The Comic Source Podcast Episode 198 Metal Part 2 Batman – The Red Death Writer – Joshua Williamson, Art … Continued
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In this episode; It’s an interview with comic creator Phil Jimenez. Never released before on The Comic Source Podcast, listen in as Jace and Phil talk about Phi’s run on Superwoman, diversity in comics and a whole lot more!
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In this episode; **Spoilers, Spoilers, Spoilers** Jace talks about the secret identity of Mr OZ and a bit our his history so far in the DCU. There are no spoilers about the story within the issue itself, but if you … Continued
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In this episode; The Comic Source Podcast Episode 195 Remembering Len Wein, Dark Nights Metal #2, Mister Miracle #2 Teen Titans #12 Favorite Len Wein Book Manny – Swamp Thing #’s 1-6 (2016) & Batman ‘66 Jace – … Continued
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In this episode; Len Wein Remembrance & DC News Imaginary Fiends – Tim Seeley & Stephan Molnar http://www.syfy.com/syfywire/exclusive-reveal-vertigo-launches-sci-fihorror-title-imaginary-fiends-by-tim-seeley The Demon: Hell is Earth – Andrew Constant, Brad Walker & Andrew Hennessy http://www.dccomics.com/blog/2017/08/16/exclusive-etrigan-emerges-again-in-the-demon-hell-is-earth Batman: Creature of the Night – … Continued
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In this episode; Mike Marts Interview History with Comic growing up Comics as a career Breaking In Working in the trenches That feeling you’ve “made” it Past Projects most proud of Getting recruited by AfterShock Taking a risk? Planned … Continued
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In this episode; Jace talks Mister Miracle with artist Mitch Gerads Follow Mitch on social media; Twitter- https://twitter.com/MitchGerads Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/MitchGeradsIllustration/
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In this Episode; Jace chats with comic creator David baron about his creator-owned project STAINED. The first issue arrives May 3rd and is already sold out at the distributor level, so get to your local comic shop early and grab your … Continued
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In this episode; Jace is joined by Comic Geek Speak’s own Chris Eberle. Listen in as they wax rhapsodic about the incredible masterpiece that is Dreaming Eagles by Garth Ennis and Simon Coleby. Then go check out Chris and the … Continued
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The Comic Source Podcast Episode 189 Art Restoration with Michael Kelleher Introduction of Michael How did you discover comics? What were some of your favorite titles as a kid? Finding a career in art restoration Restoral Process What is the … Continued
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In this episode; Jace recaps his trip to the Long Beach Comic Expo and sits down with comic artist David Baron for a wide ranging interview. They discuss the state of Valiant, what the next step for the publisher might … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; DC Books for Dec 21st Aquaman #13 – Writer- Dan Abnett, Penciller-Scot Eaton, Inker- Wayne Faucher, Colorist-Gabe Eltaeb Batman #13 – Writer-Tom King, Artist-Mikel Janin, Colorist-June Chung Cyborg #7 – Writer-John Semper Jr, Penciller-Paul … Continued
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\ In this episode we discuss; SPOILERS-SPOILERS-SPOILERS Rogue One Review Star Wars Background First Exposure Favorite of the Films Initial impression of the film and rating Overall Impressions of Rogue One as it fits into Star Wars universe Biggest … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; DC Books for Dec 21st Action Comics #969 – Writer-Dan Jurgens, Artist-Patrick Zircher, Colorist-Arif Prianto Batgirl and the Birds of Prey #5 – Writers-Julie Benson and Shawna Benson, Artist-Roge Antonio, Colorist-Allen Passalaqua Detective Comics … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Amazing Spider-Man #’s 249-250, written by Roger Stern with Tom DeFalco, art by John Romita Jr, Klaus Janson and Ron Frenz. Plus we talk about the classic feel of Marvel in the mid-80’s, how these … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Where to find the books Creative Line-Up Writer-Fiona Kai Avery Pencilers-Manny Clark Inkers-Mario Alquiza Colorist-Tyson Wengler Tomb Raider Journeys #6 Synopsis Review
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In this episode we discuss; Aquaman #12 – Writer-Dan Abnett, Artist-Philippe Briones, Colorist-Gabe Eltaeb Batman #12 – Writer-Tom King, Penciller-Mikel Janin, Inker-Hugo Petrus, Colorist-June Chung Cyborg #6 – Writer-John Semper Jr, Artist-Will Conrad, Colorist-Ivan Nunes Deadman Dark Mansion of Forbidden … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Kondor’s Top Cow Chronology http://comicvine.gamespot.com/profile/kondorr/lists/top-cow-chronology-part-1/48558/ Where to find the books Creative Line-Up Writer-Fiona Kai Avery Pencilers-Carlos Mota & Manny Clark Inkers-Mario Alquiza & Fabio Laguna Colorist-Tyson Wengler Tomb Raider Journeys #6 Synopsis Review Next in … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Upcoming Episodes The Return of the Top Cow Chronology The Marvel Chronology: Secret Wars http://www.comicbookherald.com/the-complete-marvel-reading-order-guide/secret-wars-reading-order/#secretwars1 Doctor Strange Movie Review Rogue One Movie Review Dreaming Eagles Spotlight 9 Panel Grid Recent Reads Ghost Rider #1 Civil … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Batman Annual #1 – Writers-Tom King, Scott Snyder, Ray Fawkes, Scott Bryan Wilson, Steve Orlando, Paul Dini, Artists-David Finch, Riley Rossmo, Neal Adams, Declan Shalvey, Bilquis Evely, Colorist-Gabe Eltaeb, Jordie Bellaire, Ivan Plascencia, Mat Lopes … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Action Comics #968 – Writer-Dan Jurgens, Artist-Tyler Kirkham, Colorist-Ulises Arreola Batman Beyond #2 – Writer-Dan Jurgens, Artist-Bernard Chang, Colorist-Marcelo Maiolo Deathstroke #7 – Writer-Christopher Priest, Penciller-Carlo Pagulayan, Inker-Jason Paz, Colorist-Jeromy Cox Detective Comics #945 – … Continued
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DC In this episode we discuss; Aquaman #11 – Writer-Dan Abnett, Artist-Philippe Briones, Colorist-Gabe Eltaeb Batman #11 – Writer-Tom King, Penciller-Mikel Janin, Inker-Mikel Janin & Hugo Petrus, Colorist-June Chung Cyborg #5 – Writer-John Semper, Pencillers-Allan Jefferson & Derec Donovan, Inkers-Scott … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Action Comics #967 – Writer-Dan Jurgens, Art-Tyler Kirkham, Colorist-Arif Prianto All-Star Batman #4 – Writer-Scott Snyder, Penciller-John Romita Jr & Declan Shalvey, Inker-Danny Miki, Colorist-Dean White & Jordie Bellaire Batgirl and the Birds of Prey … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Eclipse #3 – Writer-Zack Kaplan, Artist-Giovanni Timpano, Colorist-Chris Northop Aquaman #10 – Writer-Dan Abnett, Penciller-Brad Walker, Inker-Drew Hennessy, Colorist-Gabe Eltaeb Batman #10 – Writer-Tom King, Artist-Mikel Janin, Colorist-June Chung Catwoman Election Night – Writer-Meredith Finch, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Action Comics #966 Batgirl #4 Batman Beyond #1 Blue Beetle #2 Deathstroke #5 Detective #943 Flash #9 Frostbite #2 Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps #7 Suicide Squad #5 Teen Titans #1 Titans #4 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Aquaman #9 – Writer-Dan Abnett, Penciller-Scott Eaton, Inker-Wayne Faucher, Colorist-Gabe Eltaeb Batman #9 – Writer-Tom King, Artist-Mikel Janin, Colorist-June Chung Cyborg #3 – Writer-John Semper Jr, Artist-Will Conrad, Colorist- Ivan Nunes Green Arrow #9 – … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with Writer/Director Michael Matteo Rossi about how he got into film making and his upcoming project with Tyrone Magnus, Vengeance.
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News Only 6% of NYCC goers are primarily comic fans http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/10/06/6-nycc-attendees-primarily-comic-books-fans/ Thunderbolts #10 celebrates the team’s 20th Anniversary with Busiek & Bagley joining Zub & John Malin http://www.newsarama.com/31484-thunderbolts-welcomes-back-busiek-bagley-masters-of-evil-memories-for-20th-anniversary.html http://www.cbr.com/nycc-zub-celebrates-20-years-of-thunderbolts-with-return-of-the-masters/ Batwoman getting an ongoing series … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Action Comics #965 – Writer-Dan Jurgens, Penciller-Stephen Segovia, Inker-Art Thibert, Colorist-Arif Prianto All-Star Batman #3 – Writer-Scott Snyder, Penciller-John Romita Jr, Artist-Declan Shalvey, Inker-Danny Miki, Colorist-Dean White and Jordie Bellaire Batgirl and the Birds of … Continued
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In this episode; Jace has read EVERY AfterShock title! He breaks them all down, tells you what’s good, what’s great and what books might suit your tastes. Plus info on AfterShock’s plans for NYCC. Listen in and learn all about … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with comic creator Joelle Jones. They talk about her deep love for researching the details of her illustrations, her method to always keep things fresh and her upcoming Supergirl project for DC Comics.
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In this episode we discuss; Eclipse #2 & DC Rebirth for October 5th Eclipse #2 – Writer-Zack Kaplan, Artist-Giovanni Timpano, Colorist-Chris Northrop Romulus #1 – Writer-Bryan Hill, Artist-Nelson Blake II Aquaman #8 – Writer-Dan Abnett, Penciller-Scott Eaton, Inker-Wayne Faucher, … Continued
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In this episode; Jace sits down to chat with the creative team from Morning Glories. Future plans, biggest surprises so far, and favorite fan moments!
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In this episode; Jace talk with writer Zack Kaplan and color artist Chris Northrop about their hit comic Eclipse. In a word it is all about connection, human drama in a bleak post-apocalyptic world where the sun has become deadly. … Continued
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In this episode; Frostbite #1, Edenverse & DC Rebirth for September 28th The Comic Source Eden’s Fall #’s 1-2 – Writers-Matt Hawkins & Bryan Hill, Artist-Atilio Rojo Frostbite #1 – Writer-Joshua Williamson, Artist-Jason Shawn Alexander, Colorist- Luis NCT Action … Continued
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In this episode; Jace talks with Andy Park at the Long Beach Comicon. Andy is the Visual Development Supervisor at Marvel Studios and helps to design and oversee the look of all the characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Listen … Continued
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In this episode; Jace sits down for a long talk with comic illustrator, animator and director Chuck Patton. Hear Chuck’s secret origin and much more!
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In this episode; Jace talks with writer Peter David about creating Spider-Man 2099 and his long history with the character. Also they discuss Peter’s work on Stephen King’s Dark Tower series from Marvel.
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In this episode; Jace chats with JonBoy Meyers at the Long Beach Comicon. Just what is it that makes Damian Wayne who he is? What is it the members of the Teen Titans are looking for? And how did JonBoy … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with Nolan North. They talk about Con Man the Game, how Nolan came up with his Jerry Lansing character and the passion all the Con Man creators are bring to the table.
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In this episode; Hear the Con Man the Game panel from Long Beach Comic Con, September 17th, 2016. Panelist include PJ Haarsma, Nathan Fillion and Nolan North.
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In this episode we discuss; LBCC Wrap Up Con Man the Game Panel Cosplay Interviews-Nolan North, Brett Booth, Mike Choi, Chuck Patton, Peter David, Andy Park, Joelle Jones, Nick Spencer and Joe Eisma, JonBoy Meyers, Zack Kaplan and Chris Northrop, … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with writer Marv Wolfman. Raven #1 comes out Wednesday September 21st and shows a new side to the character. It is beautifully illustrated and a wonderful read. Marv’s excitement for the project is so evident … Continued
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In this episode; Jace sits down with illustrator Brett Booth and discovers how those amazing page layouts come to life.
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In this episode we discuss; DC Rebirth Titles Action Comics #963 – Writer-Dan Jurgens, Artist-Patrick Zircher, Colorist-Arif Prianto All-Star Batman #2 – Writer-Scott Snyder, Penciller-John Romita Jr, Inker-Danny Miki, Colorist-Dean White, Back-Up Pencils & Inks-Declan Shalvey, Back-Up Colors-Jordie Bellaire Batgirl … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; DC Rebirth Titles Cyborg Rebirth #1 – Writer-John Semper, Penciler-Paul Pelletier, Inkers-Sandra Hope & Tony Kordos, Colorist-Guy Major Batman #6 – Writer-Tom King, Penciller-Ivan Reis, Inkers-Joe Prado, Oclair Albert & Scott Hanna, Colorist-Marcelo Maiolo Supergirl … Continued
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In this episode; It’s another Marvel Monday trivia episode. Play along as Jace tries to answer questions from the Obsessed with Marvel Trivia Book? Can you get more right than him?
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In this episode we discuss; Heroes and Villains Recap State of DC Rebirth Batman Detective Comics Batgirl Batgirl and the Birds of Prey Nightwing All-Star Batman Action Comics Superman Wonder Woman New Superman Superwoman Supergirl Trinity Aquaman Flash Green Lanterns … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with PJ Haarsma, one of the producers of Con Man. They talk about the new Con Man game, what to expect in season two of Con Man the series and the joy of creating content … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Manny gives us the recap of his recent trip to Stocton Comicon and we discuss DC Rebirth Week 12. Blue Beetle Rebirth #1 Deathstroke #1 Hellblazer #1
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In this episode we discuss; Jace tries his hand at the Obsessed With Marvel trivia book. You can find the book here; https://www.amazon.com/Obsessed-Marvel-Peter-Sanderson-2010-06-16/dp/B01K3QB76G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1471644199&sr=8-2&keywords=obsessed+with+marvel
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In this episode we discuss; DC Rebirth Week 11 Aquaman #5 – Writer-Dan Abnett, Artist-Philippe Briones, Colorist-Gabe Eltaeb Batgirl and the Birds of Prey #1 – Writers-Julie Benson & Shawna Benson, Artist-Claire Roe, Colorist-Allen Passalaqua Batman #5 – Writer-Tom King, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: DC Rebirth Week 10 Action Comics #961 – Writer-Dan Jurgens, Penciller-Stephen Segovia, Inker- Art Thibert, Colorist-Arif Prianto All-Star Batman #1 – Writer-Scott Snyder, Penciller-John Romita Jr, Inker-Danny Miki, Colorist-Dean White Deathstroke Rebirth #1 – Writer-Christopher … Continued
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SPOILERSSPOILERS*SPOILERS In this episode we discuss; Suicide Squad Review Initial thoughts History of Suicide Squad Joker Harley Quinn Captain Boomerang Deadshot El Diablo Killer Croc Katana Rick Flag Amanda Waller Initial vs final thoughts The villain Love Story Happy Ending … Continued
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In this episode; Jace sits down and chats with Mark brooks. They discuss his returns to interiors, constantly challenging oneself and Mark’s itch to do some creator-owned work.
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In this episode; Jace talks all about Rom Spaceknight with the creative team on the book. Artist David Messina and writers Chris Ryall and Christos Gage are so happy to be bringing the adventures of Rom back to the pages … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Batman #4 – Writer-Tom King, Penciller-David Finch, Inkers-Sandra Hope, Matt Banning, Colorist-Jordie Bellaire Green Arrow #4 – Writer-Ben Percy, Art and Colors-Juan Ferreyra Harley Quinn Rebirth #1 – Writers-Jimmy Palmiotti & Amanda Conner, … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with writer Robert Venditti at SDCC 2016. They talk about bringing Hal back into the corp, what the future holds for the Green Lanterns and keeping things new and exciting for long time Green Lantern … Continued
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In this episode; Jace talks about one of his favorite DC comics characters of all-time, The Vigilante! Noted crime novelist Gary Phillips has been recruited by DC to introduce an all-new version of the character. Hear all about the project … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with comic illustrator Peter Krause. They discuss, Insufferable, Irredeemable and Peter’s collaborations with Mark Waid.
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In this episode; Jace talks with Rob Williams about his Vertigo series, Unfollow. They discuss the dark side of social media, the nature of humanity and how humans never really left the jungle.
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In this episode; Jace sits down with his favorite comic creator Lee Bermejo. They chat about never being completely satisfied with your work, the themes in Lee’s Suiciders book and his hopes for the Suiciders TPB to reach new readers.
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In this episode; Jace chats with Hope Larson and Rafael Albuquerque about what makes Batgirl who she is and Barbara Gordon’s search for her true self.
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In this episode; Jace chats with Gerard way about talking comic books to the next level, making meaningful art and respecting what came before. Plus the trivia questions you need to answer to win a DC Young Animal Ashcan.
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In this episode we discuss; TV News The Expanse http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/24/expanding-on-the-expanse-season-2/ Wynonna Earp http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/23/wynonna-earp-cast-announces-season-two-renewal-at-comic-con Fear The Walking Dead http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/22/fear-the-walking-dead-goes-south-of-the-border-in-season-2b-trailer/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/22/in-fear-of-the-walking-dead-at-san-diego-comic-con/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/22/the-fate-of-reuben-blades-and-danay-garcia-joins-fear-the-walking-dead/ The Walking Dead http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/22/the-kingdom-is-coming-to-the-walking-dead-trailer-from-sdcc/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/22/amc-teases-season-seven-of-the-walking-dead/ Supergirl http://www.supermanhomepage.com/july-29-2016-watch-the-supergirl-tv-panel-from-san-diego-comic-con/ http://www.etonline.com/tv/193979_superman_tyler_hoechlin_steals_the_show_at_supergirl_comic_con_panel_and_does_the_famous_curl/ Flash http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/23/the-flash-season-3-first-look-from-comic-con/ Arrow http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/23/arrow-season-5-first-look-from-comic-con/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/23/more-mister-terrific-and-other-arrow-news/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/23/david-ramsey-confirms-flashpoint-effect-on-arrow-and-a-new-helmet/ Legends of Tomorrow http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/23/legends-of-tomorrow-season-2-first-look-from-comic-con/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/23/dr-midnight-stargirl-and-obsidian-plus-more-jonah-hex-on-legends-of-tomorrow-season-2/ iZombie … Continued
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In this episode; Jace talks with writer Marc Andreyko about his upcoming mini-series from DC Comics. It’s Hawkman, it’s Adam Strange, it’s going to be a blast!
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In this episode; Jace interviews Gail Simone about her current Vertigo title Clean Room. It is a horrifying look into an intriguing and tension-filled world exploring the secrets we all keep. It’s must read!
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In this episode; Jace sits down at San Diego Comic Con to talk with writer John Semper about his upcoming Cyborg series from DC comics.
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News Eisner Award winners http://www.denofgeek.com/us/books-comics/eisner-awards/257250/eisner-award-winners-announced Deadpool back in Venom Costume and Shakespearean variants http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/22/deadpool-back-in-the-venom-costume-and-launching-shakespool-announced-at-san-diego-comic-con/ http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-deadpools-going-shakespeare-in-an-oversized-special-issue-this-fall Death of X panel http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/21/marvels-death-of-x-panel-at-san-diego-comic-con-dont-listen-to-bleeding-cool/ http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-x-men-inhumans-prepare-death-xhttp://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-x-men-inhumans-prepare-death-x Marvel’s variant cover theme for October is Champions http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/22/marvel-launches-champions-variant-covers-across-octobers-comics/ http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-the-champions-take-over-marvel-comics-october-variants Richard Rider is … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: Another year has come and gone at San Diego Comicon. Hear Jace and Jaeden talk all about the show.
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In this episode we discuss; Aquaman #3 – Writer-Dan Abnett, Artist-Phillipe Briones, Colors-Gabe Eltaeb Batgirl and the Birds of Prey #1 – Writers-Julie and Shawna Benson, Artist-Claire Roe, Colorist-Allen Passalaqua Batman #3 – Writer-Tom King, Penciler-David Finch, Inker- Danny Miki, … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; DC Rebirth Spotlight Week 6 Action Comics #959 – Writer-Dan Jurgens, Artist-Tyler Kirkham, Colorist-Arif Prianto Detective Comics #936 – Writer-James Tynion IV, Penciller-Alvaro Martinez, Inker-Raul Fernandez, Colorist-Brad Anderson The Flash #2 – Writer-Joshua Williamson, Artist-Carmine … Continued
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In this episode; Comic News Marvel Now preview catalog leaks on-line http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/full-marvel-now-2-point-0-lineup-promo-art-leaks-online Full Marvel Catalog http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/full-marvel-now-2016-lineup Mark Waid and Barry Kitson on Avengers flashback title http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/11/scoop-avengers-1-1-by-mark-waid-and-barry-kitson-goes-back-to-marvels-past/ Occupy Avengers features Hawkeye front and center from David Walker and Gabriel Walta http://www.comicbookresources.com/prev_img.php?pid=78753&disp=ilib&oty=1&oid=79020 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News Marvel teen heroes to headline new “Champions” series http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/marvels-teen-heroes-unite-new-champions-series-from-waid-ramos Valiant dominates the Harvey award nominations http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/07/05/valiant-has-more-harvey-awards-nominations-than-marvel-dc-dark-horse-image-boom-and-idw-put-together/ Midnighter and Apollo to have 6 issue mini from DC in October http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/06/30/steve-orlando-and-aco-return-to-midnighter-apollo-for-dc-rebirth/ Marvel’s latest re-launch “Divided … Continued
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In this episode; Jace talks with writer Van Jensen about his upcoming creator owned project with artist Pete Woods. It’s an a really fun conspiracy tale called Cryptocracy. Issue #1 is out June 29th. What is Cryptocracy? Impetus of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jaeden and Jace recap all the Rebirth issues so far. Learn about the status quo of all your favorite DC characters and get caught up on Rebirth. Plus Jaeden’s thoughts on the Rebirth titles from … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with Australian artist Conny Valentina. Conny gives advice on what it takes to be a professional artist. Work ethic, time management, dealing with clients and all the little things you never realized are part of … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with Comic Blitz Co-Founder and CEO Jordan Plosky about the service, digital comics in general and the problem of digital piracy. Guest Intro Jordan Plosky What is Comic Blitz Digital Comics Digital Piracy http://sktchd.com/longform/money-for-nothing-a-look-at-the-popularity-and-questionable-legality-of-free-comic-sites/
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In this episode we discuss; Jace, Manny and Nick talk some comic, movie and TV news. Plus reviews of Action Comics #958, Aquaman #1, Detective #935, Flash #1 and Wonder Woman #1 Comic News Spider-Man “Dead No More” now … Continued
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In this episode; Jace talks Action Man with series writer John Barber. Learn all about Action Man and his history before you go out and pick up the #1 issue of his new series from IDW. John Barber intro Who … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; It’s a look back at the Darkseid War and the Final Days of Superman storylines. Jace and Manny talk about what they liked and what they didn’t about these recent events. Plus how it affects … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Jace is joined by a guest host as they look at the current state of the Marvel Universe. Loys of Avengers Stand Off talk as well as Civil War II Guest Intro Avengers Stand … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Bloodlines #1-3 with the series writer JT Krul and the penciler V Ken Marion. Jace and Jaeden learn about the ideas behind the series, using classic ideas from horror movies and the cliches of small … Continued
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In this episode; Jace is joined by IDW Editor in Chief and Chief Creative Officer Chris Ryall. Chris is also co-writing the new Rom series coming in July from IDW. Listen in as these two geek out about Rom and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; It’s week three of DC Rebirth and we talk about all the books. Titans Rebirth #1, continuing the story from the DC Rebirth 80pg giant, Batman, Green Arrow, Green Lantern and Superman #’s. There are … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with Harley Quinn artist Chad Hardin. They talk about Harley’s popularity, Chad’s art process and what DC characters he’d like to work on in the future.
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In this episode; Jace talks Chew with the series creator John Layman. They also chat about the changes in the industry, John planning a well-deserved vacation and where he sees the industry going in the future.
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In this episode; Jace talk with Mitch Gerads about his artistic process, the importance of sharing the story of Sheriff of Babylon and why paper comics will never go away.
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In this episode; Jace sits down with the legendary comic book creator Dan Jurgens. They discuss Dan’s thoughts on DC Rebirth, his collaboration with fellow Superman creators and the legacy and impact Dan has had on the Man of Steel.
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In this episode; Jace sits down with Paul Scanlan to discuss Legion M. Legion M is the world’s first entertainment production company that is owned by the fans. It presents a unique and exciting opportunity for fans to get involved … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with writer Heath Corson. They discuss Heath’s work, the differences between writing for the screen vs. the page and a hilarious tale from Heath’s Chicago to LA move.
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In this episode; Jace chats with Barry Kitson at the Phoenix Comicon. They talk about Barry’s process, the evolution of comic art over the years and a whole lot more!
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In this episode; It’s an interview with Phil Hester. We talk Gold Key characters, the explosion of comics in pop culture and what that means for creator’s freedom to work on certain characters.
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News New Millar Capullo series announced http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/millar-capullos-reborn-series-set-to-debut-in-october Gerard Way Young Animal imprint to launch at NCComicon http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/06/07/gerard-way-to-launch-young-animal-comics-at-nccomicon-in-november/ Mitch Gerads signs DC exclusive http://www.newsarama.com/29628-dc-comics-signs-mitch-gerads-to-exclusive.html Green Arrow Rebirth sells 90k http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/report-green-arrow-rebirth-1-sells-over-90000-copies Phoenix Comicon thoughts Movie New … Continued
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In this
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In this episode we discuss; Phoenix Comicon General thoughts Artist alley Retailers Programing Interviews Kurt Busiek Barry Kitson Phil Hester Mitch Gerads Dan Jurgens Heath Corson Paul Scanlan John Layman PJ Haarsma-Shannon Eric Denton Chad Hardin Brian & Kristy Miller
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In this episode we discuss; Comic Reviews Captain America #1 DC Rebirth Review Batman Rebirth #1 Superman Rebirth #1 TV News Flash Arrow Game of Thrones
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In this episode we discuss; TV Talk Preacher Legends of Tomorrow Game of Thrones Movie News Marvel adds more characters to Thor Ragnorak http://comicsalliance.com/thor-ragnarok-cast-announcement/ Black Panther Casting Call reveals lots of characters http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/rumored-black-panther-casting-call-includes-klaw-man-ape-more Captain America Civil War passes 1 billion … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News Valiant Summit announcing 7 new titles http://www.newsarama.com/29338-six-new-valiant-series-announced-including-turok-esque-savage.html Dozens of reveals in Marvel’s August solicits http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/heroes-choose-sides-dead-no-more-prequel-tales-more-in-marvels-august-releases DC has a new logo http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/dc-comics-unveils-new-logo-for-rebirth-beyond New Suicide Squad One Shot and Mini Series coming in August http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/dc-announces-new-suicide-squad-one-shot-miniseries … Continued
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In this episode; SPOILERS,SPOILERS, SPOILERS We discuss Captain America Civil War. If you haven’t seen the movie do not listen if you plan on seeing it.
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In this episode; Comic News Josh Williamson goes exclusive at DC http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/04/28/joshua-williamson-signs-exclusive-deal-with-dc-announces-vertigo-series-frostbite/ New old origin for Jason Todd http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/04/29/rewriting-jason-todds-origin-back-to-stealing-batmobile-wheels-in-dc-rebirth/ Frank Cho new cover artist for Wonder Woman http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/04/30/frank-cho-to-draw-24-covers-for-wonder-woman-this-year/ New Character reveal in Avengers Standoff http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/04/25/so-who-is-the-new-character-reveal-for-avengers-standoff-spoilers-marvel-comics-entertainment/ Finally getting a Generation Zero … Continued
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In this episode; Join The Comic Source crew as Jace and Jaeden attempt to identify the creative teams for the DC New 52 #1 issues from September 2011. Miss a team … take a shot!
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In this episode; Comic News DC solicits for Rebirth Month 2 are released http://www.newsarama.com/28896-dc-comics-full-july-2016-solicitations-rebirth.html http://www.newsarama.com/28901-what-we-learned-from-dc-s-july-2016-solicitations.html Marvel solicits for July start drawing the battle lines for Civil War II http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/civil-war-ii-battle-lines-are-drawn-in-marvel-comics-july-2016-solicitations http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/hero-falls-civil-war-ii-maria-hill-stands-trial-more-marvels-july-releases Eisner nominees announced http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/04/19/a-record-number-of-women-received-eisner-awards-nominations-full-list-here/ TV News New Gotham teaser shows … Continued
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In this episode; Comic News Betty & Veronica reboot by Adam Hughes http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/04/12/adam-hughes-to-reboot-betty-veronica/ New DC Challenge focusing on Kamandi http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/eccc-kamandi-challenge-teams-12-writers-and-artists-at-random-for-last-boy-on-earth-stories DC launching new Vertigo imprint with Gerard Way “Young Animal” http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/dc-comics-launching-young-animal-imprint-with-gerard-way-new-doom-patrol-shade-titles Bleeding Cool takes a look at all the DC … Continued
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In this episode; Jace talks with comic artist Philip Sevy about breaking into the industry, working on iconic characters and Phillip’s crazy idea of a podcast.
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In this episode; Jace chats with Richard Friend. They discuss working with Viktor Bogdanovic, changes in art style and the upcoming New Superman title.
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In this episode; Jace talks with Scott Lobdell about his upcoming DC Rebirth title Red Hood & the Outlaws. The nature of friendship, finding one’s soul and leadership are all topics they touch on.
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In this episode; Jace talks with Tim Seeley, writer for the DC Rebirth title Nightwing. Dick Grayson back in his black and blue costume with all the globe-trotting feel of Grayson and all the heroics of Nightwing.
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In this episode; The Comic Source Crew discuss their thoughts and feelings about the recently released WB movie Batman v Superman. Opinions are varied and the guys definitely don’t see eye to eye. Take a listen and see who you … Continued
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In this episode; Jace talks with John Semper about his plans for Cyborg. Semper is new to the world of comics, but has a long and distinguished career in animation. His ideas for Cyborg involve exploring who Vic Stone is … Continued
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In this episode; Jace sits down with superstar writer Scott Snyder. Scott discusses his recent Batman run, his upcoming DC Rebirth title All-Star Batman and who Batman is to him. Scott also talks about continuing to challenge himself and fighting … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with Steve Orlando about his upcoming DC Rebirth title Supergirl. Steve has some big ideas about the story he wants to tell and his passion for the character is obvious.
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In this episode: Jace chats with James Tynion IV about his upcoming DC Rebirth title Detective Comics. It’s a Batman team book, it’s Batman boot camp, it’s going to be awesome!
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In this episode; The Comic Source Crew talks with Ray Chou from Mythopoeia about their self-published book, Skies of Fire. What it’s all about, putting the creative team together and learning on the job about kickstarter and what it takes … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with Dan Jurgens about Action Comics returning to its original numbering and the return of the Pre-Flashpoint Superman.
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In this episode; I chat with Gene Yang about his recent Superman run. We also talk about his DC Rebirth title New Super-Man.
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In this episode; Jace chats with Julie & Shawna Benson about their upcoming work on the DC Rebirth title Batgirl & the Birds of Prey. Growing up reading comics, family and respecting what has come before are a few of … Continued
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In this episode; Jace chats with Sam Humphries, writer on DC Rebirth Green Lanterns and Robert Venditti, Writer on DC Rebirth Hal Jordan and the Green Lantern Corps. Find what what is in store for the ringslingers in the DCU … Continued
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In this episode; Jace talks to excited fans waiting to attend the DC Rebirth press conference Saturday morning March 26th at Wonder Con
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In this episode; Manny and Jace talk about Wonder Con 2016, held at the Los Angeles Convention Center March 25-27. Hear about the creators they talked to, friends they caught up and much, much more. Plus we go title by … Continued
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In this episode; I talk with Jim Lee and Philip Tan about the upcoming DC Rebirth book, Suicide Squad. Surprising themes of redemption and plenty of fun are what this book will be all about.
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In this episode; I chat with Dinesh Shamdasani, CEO and Chief Creative Officer of Valiant Entertainment. Valiant creates only the highest quality books and as won multiple awards in its short existence. Hear Dinesh talk about what sets Valiant apart, … Continued
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In this episode; Jace sits down with artist Tony Daniel to discuss his upcoming DC Rebirth project, Justice League. Tony also talks about his previous project, Deathstroke, taking that character back to his roots and how he felt the run … Continued
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In This Episode; I talk with Liam Sharp, veteran comic book illustrator about his return to drawing a monthly book. Liam is very excited to be one of the artist on DC Comics Rebirth Wonder Woman.
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In this episode; I talk with Bryan Edward Hill about Postal, writing the series solo going forward and what projects he has coming up.
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In this episode we discuss; The changing relationship of Batman and Superman over the years. Comic News JT Krul interview about Bloodlines http://www.multiversitycomics.com/interviews/j-t-krul-on-resurrecting-bloodlines/ Alan Davis takes over for Frank Cho on Totally Awesome Hulk http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/03/22/alan-davis-takes-hulk-from-frank-cho-kamala-khan-omnibus-and-more-amazon-fishing/ Jimmy Palmiotti on Harley Quinn … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The hit TV show Arrow is analyzed by Jaeden and Manny. Many SPOILERS are included so be warned!
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Comic News Gerry Conway – Firestorm’s creator on making the character fun again http://www.newsarama.com/28408-conway-making-firestorm-fun-again-in-legends-of-tomorrow.html Valiant reveals Deathmate for the current universe http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/deathmate-is-back-at-valiant-but-its-not-what-you-think DC Superhero Girls app http://www.newsarama.com/28417-dc-super-hero-girls-app-now-available.html Matt Hawkins gives convention tips from the other side of the table http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/03/15/matt-hawkins-on-the-economy-of-doing-conventions-and-tips-for-creators/ … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Special guest V Ken Marion talks about his work for Aspen Comics, his upcoming title for DC Comics “Bloodlines” and his influences and artistic process. Plus some comic news, TV Talk and we weigh in … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; A spotlight on the Aftershock title Replica from writer Paul Jenkins and artist Andy Clarke/ Plus some TV and movie talk.
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In this episode we discuss; A title by title analysis of the Rebirth titles, Jaeden and Manny talk Walking Dead, Arrow Flash and Gotham and we finish up with some Oscar talk. Comic News – Rebirth Titles Aquaman Batman/Detective … Continued
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In this episode; I talk with comic book writer James Tynion IV about his work on Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Batman & Robin Eternal, The Woods and The Eighth Seal.
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In this episode: An audio recording of the #Make Comics writers Panel from Long Beach Comic Expo 2016. The panel was hosted by Michele Brittany and panelists include writers Frank Tieri, Jimmy Palmiotti, Joshua Dysart and James Tynion IV.
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In this episode; I get a chance to have a long talk with JT Krul. We discuss his books from Aspen Comics Jirni and the Lost Spark novels. Also his upcoming DC project Bloodlines and his love for his current … Continued
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In this episode; An audio recording of the Aftershock Panel from Long Beach Comic Expo 2016. The panel includes Jimmy Palmiotti, Amanda Connor, Paul Jenkins and Lee Kramer.
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In this episode; I sit down for a chat with comic writer Paul Jenkins. We talk at length about his title Replica, from AfterShock comics. This book, simply put, is the most fun I have ever had reading a comic!
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In this episode; The complete Con Man Panel from LBCE16 with Alan Tudyk, PJ Haarsma and Shannon Eric Denton. For more information about Con Man visit the official Con Man Website
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In this episode we discuss; I sit down for a chat with Joshua Dysart. We talk Imperium, making an impact socially by telling stories like his recently released Living Level 3 and why all stories matter. An incredibly fun interview … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; The recent Long Beach Comic Expo 2016
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In this episode we discuss; Rebirth Geoff Johns announcement video http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/watch-johns-declares-rebirth-not-just-an-event-but-an-ongoing-mission Rebirth details & restoring legacy http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/exclusive-geoff-johns-details-rebirth-plan-seeks-to-restore-legacy-to-dc-universe Action and Detective Comics returning to legacy numbering http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/action-comics-detective-comics-return-original-numbering-rebirth Full Line-up of books http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/dc-announces-full-rebirth-line-twice-monthly-books-lowered-price-point Geoff Johns leaving Justice League to concentrate on Rebirth … Continued
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In this episode; I sit down to talk with Jim Zub at the Amazing Arizona Comicon. We discuss at length his creator owned title Wayward. The aspects and themes of Japanese culture that are explored in the book as well … Continued
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In this episode; I chat with comic writer Charles Soule about Daredevil, Uncanny Inhumans, the upcoming Poe Dameron series as well as his creator owned title Letter 44.
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In this episode we discuss; SPOILERS, SPOILERS, SPOILERS Deadpool movie review. If you do not want the movie spoiled for you and don’t want to hear major plot points and themes discussed. DO NOT listen to this episode until AFTER … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News Rumored Rebirth items http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/dc-rebirth-rumors-involve-new-creators-new-series-cancellations-more DC books get #Rebirth issue before new #1’s http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/02/02/dc-comics-rebirth-before-every-new-1-theyll-get-a-rebirth-issue-in-june/ Tom King new Batman writer http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/02/02/dc-comics-rebirth-tom-king-is-the-new-batman-bi-weekly-writer/ Rumored titles to be canceled http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/02/02/dc-comics-rebirth-rumoured-cancelled-comics-include-starfire-midnighter-and-black-canary/ New DC titles http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/02/02/dc-comics-rebirth-rumoured-new-comics-including-the-super-man/ Tomasi new writer on … Continued
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In this episode we discuss the following; Comic News DC comics relaunching? http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/01/22/dc-comics-to-relaunch-everything-with-1s-again-this-summer-with-a-filmtv-bent/ New “New Teen Titans” without the Teen http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/01/22/a-new-titans-without-the-teen-to-launch-from-dc-comics/ Scott Snyder leaving Batman http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/01/22/scott-snyder-to-leave-batman-for-detective-comics/ Didio and Lee tease Rebirth http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/01/22/ooh-look-at-what-dc-comics-dan-didio-has-just-tweeted/ TV News http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/01/22/six-important-moments-from-dcs-legends-of-tomorrow-pilot-part-i/
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News Greg Capullo’s new Batman design approved by DC http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/01/13/greg-capullos-new-batman-design-has-been-approved-by-dc-comics/ DC launches a collector subscription box through Funko http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/01/13/funko-launches-dc-collectors-box/ Justice League turns 50 and Harley Quinn grows http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/justice-league-turns-50-harley-quinns-presence-grows-dc-comics-april-2016-solicitations New Harley Quinn & Gang of … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Best New Hero or Hero Team Best New Villain or Villain Team Best New Ongoing Comic Best Limited Series Best Cliffhanger or Moment Best Storyline Best Sleeper/Surprise Hit Best Ongoing Comic Best Graphic Novel Best/Favorite … Continued
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In this episode we discuss the following; News Secret Wars Recap Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q0fYtbEtyBE Kevin Smith to direct episode of The Flash http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/kevin-smith-will-direct-an-episode-of-the-flash-this-season Firestorm showing up in latest Legends of Tomorrow clips http://www.bleedingcool.com/2016/01/09/firestorm-featured-in-lates-dcs-legends-of-tomorrow/ Vixen gets second season on CW Seed http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/vixen-renewed-for-second-season-on-cw-seed … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Categories for The Best of 2015 Star Wars The Force Awakens What we are looking forward to in 2016
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In this episode we discuss; In this GIANT , SUPER-SIZED episode Jace is joined by some friends to give in-depth analysis of the new Star Wars movie. The talk involves plot discussion, character arcs and speculation on where the story … Continued
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In this episode: An interview with Tim Seeley. we discuss Hack/Sash, Revival and his plans for Suicide Squad,
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In this episode we discuss: Comic News Phoenix Fan Fest recap Hex Comix Kickstarter Relaunch https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/hexcomix/hex11-volume-one?ref=nav_search New Anthology series by DC http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/12/11/dc-comics-repurpose-vanished-mini-series-as-legends-of-tomorrow-anthology-comic/ SD petition not affecting SDCC http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/12/11/comic-con-doesnt-sign-up-to-petition-to-keep-it-in-san-diego/ Civil War II confirmed http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/marvel-confirms-bendis-marquez-on-civil-war-ii Batman v Superman Variant themed covers http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/dc-announces-batman-v-superman-variant-cover-theme … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News Neal Adams variants http://www.newsarama.com/26785-neal-adams-pays-homage-to-neal-adams-in-new-dc-comics-variant-covers.html Image offering delayed payment option http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/11/10/image-comics-announces-a-delayed-billing-programme-for-comic-stores/ BIG Marvel death http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/11/16/dont-look-at-this-url-if-you-want-to-avoid-be-spoiled-on-a-big-marvel-death/ Original Harbinger creative team reuinties http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/11/16/khari-evans-reunites-with-joshua-dysart-for-stormbreak/ No more Glow in the Dark for Nijak 10 http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/11/20/ninjak-no-longer-to-glow-in-the-dark-awwww/ Bloodshot Reborn Analog … Continued
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In this episode I talk with Jillian Squires, Director of Marketing for Phoenix Comicon.
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In this episode I chat with Joe Boudrie, Director of Programming for Phoenix Comicon.
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In this episode I chat with Lee Palmer. Director of Operations for Phoenix Comicon.
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In this episode I talk with Brandy Kuschel, Director of Guest Relations for Phoenix Comicon.
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In this episode I talk with Stephanie Munoz, Marketing Manager for the Phoenix Comicon and Phoenix Fanfest.
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In this episode I sit down with Matt Solberg, Convention Director, and discuss the ins and outs of Phoenix Comicon
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In this episode we discuss the following; Grant Morrison tells a Santa Claus tale just in time for Christmas http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/11/03/not-your-average-christmas-story-grant-morrisons-klaus-1-has-a-different-kind-of-heart/ Geoff Johns returning to Aquaman http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/11/04/geoff-johns-announces-aquaman-rise-of-the-seven-seas-is-actually-happening-honest-could-it-be-february-2016/ Cullen Bunn leaving Aquaman http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/10/29/cullen-bunn-was-pushed-off-aquaman-by-twitte Han Solo DID get married … sort of … … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; What is the Top Cow Chronology Project 00:45 Where to find the chronology 01:30 Where to find the book we are discussing 01:53 Creative Line-Up 04:58 Tomb Raider Journey #5 05:42 How to contact us … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; What is the Top Cow Chronology Project 00:45 Where to find the chronology 00:57 Where to find the book we are discussing 01:48 Creative Line-Up 03:21 Tomb Raider Journeys #4 03:53 How to contact us … Continued
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In This episode we discuss; What is the Top Cow Chronology 00:40 Where to find the chronology 01:01 Where to find the books we are discussing 01:25 Top Cow’s Humble Bundle 02:40 Creative Line-Up 05:13 Tomb Raider Journeys #3 05:42 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; What is the Top Cow Chronology Project 00:31 Where to find the Top Cow Chronology Project 00:43 Creative Line-Up 02:21 03:03 Tomb Raider Journeys #2 Synopsis Top Cow Humble Bundle 18:05 How to contact us … Continued
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In this episode we discuss the following; Greg Capullo taking break from Batman to work on a creator owned project with Mark Millar http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/10/09/nycc-15-greg-capullo-takes-a-break-from-batman-after-51-to-work-with-mark-millar/ Valiant reveals new Shadowman design for Operation: Deadside http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/nycc-exclusive-valiant-debuts-all-new-shadowman-in-ninjak-10 Rafer Roberts & David Lafuents new Archer … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Movie News http://www.denofgeek.com/movies/comic-book-adaptations/32829/63-upcoming-comic-book-movies-and-when-to-expect-them TV News http://www.denofgeek.com/tv/comic-book-tv-shows/33601/35-upcoming-comic-book-tv-shows-and-when-to-expect-them
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News NYCC Secret Wars lateness Current Releases 10-7 Jughead #1 Chip Zdarksky, Erica Henderson Batman & Robin Eternal #1 – Scott Snyder, James Tynion, Tim Seeley, Tony Daniel Telos #1 – Jeff King, Carlo … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; This is an interview with Top Cow President Matt Hawkins at Long Beach Comic Con.
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In this episode we discuss; An interview with the ladies of Hex Comix. We discuss the continuing story of Hex 11, the themes the comic explores and the growth of the company itself.
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In this episode we discuss; An interview with Marv Wolfman, he talks about his upcoming Raven title from DC, diversity in comics and some Vigilante talk!
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In this episode we discuss; Midnight Society; The Black Lake creator Drew Edward Johnson talks about writing and drawing the book. From the classic stories that influenced him to the differences between approaching storytelling as a writer rather than an … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; An in-depth interview with Writer/Producer Marc Guggenheim at the Long Beach Comic Con. We talk about Arrow, Vixen, Legends of Tomorrow and more!
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In this episode we discuss; This episode is an interview with executive producer Jeff King discussing Hand of God. The original Amazon series starring Ron Perlman. We discuss the motivations and extremes of Perlman’s character Pernell Harris, as well as … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; An interview with comic writer and executive television producer Jeff King. We discuss his upcoming series from DC, Telos, his thoughts on Convergence and his current television series from Amazon, Hand of God, starring Ron … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Coverage from the 2015 Long Beach Comic Con
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/25/valiants-shadowman-making-a-return-in-december/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/31/marc-silvestris-cyber-force-returns-for-free-with-line-webtoon/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/31/assassins-creed-1-gets-a-six-pack-of-covers/ http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/ellis-masters-007-has-all-the-vices-the-james-bond-films-no-longer-allow http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/09/01/james-tynion-ivs-horror-comic-the-eighth-seal-comes-to-idw/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/25/dc-tells-editors-stop-batgirling-go-back-to-meat-and-potatoes/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/25/dc-comics-down-2-million-on-projected-figures-for-20142015/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/29/dc-comics-responds-to-bleeding-cool-via-the-la-daily-news-video/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/27/talking-to-a-dc-comics-beancounter-about-whats-really-hurting-comics-sales-the-movies-and-cartoons/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/26/dc-comics-to-enter-an-austerity-regime-cancelled-titles-reduced-page-rates-more-ads/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/09/01/numbercrunching-dc-and-marvel-on-social-media/ http://www.newsarama.com/25744-old-teen-titans-back-in-dcyou-abnett-gives-secret-history-to-dick-donna-etc-in-titans-hunt.html http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/28/cassandra-cain-will-not-be-batgirl-or-anything-like-that-tony-s-daniel/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/26/new-booster-gold-and-captain-atom-comics-for-dc/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/26/john-romita-jr-leaves-superman-for-an-exciting-new-project/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/26/today-we-discover-why-lois-lane-did-it-superman-43-spoilers/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/31/who-will-be-drawing-the-dark-knight-iii-retailer-exclusive-covers/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/26/what-we-know-of-post-secret-wars-marvel/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/26/secret-wars-9-by-jonathan-hickman-and-esad-ribic-an-extra-issue-for-december/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/28/secret-wars-isnt-actually-getting-any-longer-with-its-final-ninth-issue/ http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/tom-king-shares-his-familial-vision-for-marvels-synthezoid-avenger-2015 http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/31/marvel-comics-were-still-waiting-on-to-be-officially-announced/ http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/marvel-announces-interior-artist-for-scarlet-witch-1-reveals-aja-cover http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/dc-comics-schedules-gotham-central-omnibus-for-2016 Movie News Wes Craven Died this week at the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/21/the-different-bits-of-the-build-your-own-iron-man-promotion/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/20/mindless-speculation-invincible-iron-man/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/20/okay-well-this-teen-witchblade-definitely-wants-to-be-the-new-batgirl/ http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/wonder-woman-officiates-same-sex-wedding-in-sensation-comics http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/19/marvels-sixth-ongoing-inhumans-series-confirmed-all-new-inhumans/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/19/the-very-first-retailer-exclusive-covers-from-dc-comics-for-dark-knight-iii/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/19/the-truth-about-big-shot-in-todays-secret-six-spoilers/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/19/so-is-sana-solo-the-wife-of-han-solo-or-not-star-wars-spoilers/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/18/dc-comics-sheriff-of-baghdad-changes-name-because-of-john-mcphee/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/21/when-secret-wars-secret-love-lost-its-lesbians/ Movie News http://www.bleedingcool.com/015/08/21/security-inspections-at-regal-cinemas/ Regal Cinemas is implementing a change in which they will inspect any bags you bring into the theater. http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/21/film-life-goonies-house-says-off-limits/ The house from … Continued
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In this episode we discuss the following; Comic News http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/11/invincible-iron-man-1-sells-over-300000-but-to-whom/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/11/avatar-press-november-2015-solicitations-ennis-crossed-and-war-stories-gillen-mercury-heat-spurrier-crossed-100-and-more/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/10/deadpool-cable-reunite-for-new-series-as-do-nicieza-reilly/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/10/when-will-we-get-a-fantastic-four-comic-back/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/05/what-the-post-secret-wars-iron-man-suit-can-do-and-a-song/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/08/06/blade-delayed-for-all-new-all-different-marvel Movie News Fantastic Four only got 26 of it’s $60 million dollar goal this weekend and recieved a 9% on rotten tomatoes. https://www.yahoo.com/movies/fantastic-four-could-lead-to-60-million-126419328477.html http://variety.com/2015/film/news/fantastic-four-box-office-bomb-1201566230/ Fox … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/31/stores-to-receive-previews-for-all-new-all-different-marvel-titles/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/31/build-yourself-an-iron-man-through-october-at-your-comic-store-thanks-to-old-man-logan/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/31/fox-news-compares-last-months-superman-to-ferguson/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/31/spider-gwen-creators-cant-officially-create-new-characters-for-the-series/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/30/ch-ch-changes-from-finch-to-churchill-on-wonder-woman/ http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/marvel-addresses-hercules-sexuality http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/alonso-confirms-second-bendis-written-iron-man-series-in-the-works Movie News http://www.ew.com/article/2015/07/31/roddy-piper-they-live-dead Roddy Piper died this past week on Thursday http://www.newsarama.com/25377-report-channing-tatum-dropping-out-of-gambit-movie.html Within a few days of dropping out of the gambit movie Tatum rejoined the … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News http://www.newsarama.com/25339-superman-writer-the-truth-villain-lois-betrayal-and-how-clarks-s-life-is-about-to-get-worse.html http://www.newsarama.com/25336-dc-bombshells-creator-creates-world-where-women-were-heroes-of-world-war-ii.html http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/paper-girls-invincible-iron-man-more-in-cbrs-buzzworthy-books-of-october http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/full-issues-read-top-cows-think-tank-1-4-by-hawkins-ekedal http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/black-superhero-gets-new-comicbook-series_55afc2d8e4b07af29d5713ba http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/22/tony-isabella-and-dc-begin-reconciliation-over-black-lightning/ Movie News //www.comicbookresources.com/article/stan-lee-responds-to-critics-of-fantastic-fours-human-torch-casting http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/26/fantastic-four-featurette-the-real-possibilcities-of-alternate-realities/ http://www.newsarama.com/25348-empire-covers-batman-v-superman-snyder-talks-operatic-batman.html http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/hopeless-how-ant-man-failed-the-legacy-of-the-wasp http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2015/07/26/ant-man-holds-top-spot-at-the-box-office/ http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/24/universal-slates-jurassic-world-2-for-summer-2018/ http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/marvel-want-rachel-mcadams-for-female-lead-in-doctor-strange TV News http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/24/arrow-adds-jeri-ryan-and-j-r-bourne/ http://www.latinopost.com/articles/20299/20150722/marvels-daredevil-season-2-release-date-cast-news-who-is-elektra-spoilers.htm https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CCAQqQIwAGoVChMIstK6yOf7xgIVhIoNCh09ygCR&url=http%3A%2F%2Fvariety.com%2F2015%2Ftv%2Fnews%2Fsupergirl-gotham-best-watched-super-hero-series-1201549117%2F&ei=u2a2VfKID4SVNr2Ug4gJ&usg=AFQjCNG48RZk3pBuS4OlHB5K9xarSA-A1w&sig2=JRvmBvRoW6oFvenXp1v5TQ&bvm=bv.98717601,d.eXY http://moviepilot.com/posts/2015/07/03/could-marvel-s-iron-fist-series-really-be-in-trouble-3355064 http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/marvels-agents-of-shield-adds-limitless-actor Rumor http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/27/gail-simone-returning-to-birds-of-prey/ Quiz Top of the Stack Suiciders – … Continued
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In this episode Jaeden and I discuss news from SDCC 2015; Comic News http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-top-cow-hunts-talent-kickstarts-new-projects-at-comic-con http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-vertigo-finishes-2015-by-launching-12-new-series http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/cbr-tv-sdcc-lee-didio-talk-dark-knight-iii-post-convergence-dcu-more http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-dc-comics-announces-aquaman-earth-one-and-batman-66-british-avegers-crossover http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-inhumans-mutants-collide-in-all-new-all-different-marvel lhttp://www.comicbookresources.com/article/adcc-marvel-announces-all-ages-in-continuity-spidey http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-marvel-cup-o-joe-panel-with-joe-quesada http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-ms-marvel-black-panther-inhumans-more-headed-to-marvel-animation http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/sdcc-marvel-comics-announces-chewbacca-limited-series-by-duggan-noto Movie News http://spinoff.comicbookresources.com/2015/07/20/sdcc-legendarys-warcraft-film-takes-over-hall-h/ http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/lets-get-dangerous-the-best-moments-in-the-new-suicide-squad-footage http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/watch-warner-bros-batman-v-superman-dawn-of-justice-comic-con-panel http://www.newsarama.com/25140-simon-pegg-new-tie-fighter-added-to-star-wars-the-force-awakens.html http://deadline.com/2015/07/comic-con-suicide-squad-deadpool-pirated-footage-leaks-1201474871/ http://blogs.wsj.com/speakeasy/2015/07/12/sdcc-ryan-reynolds-previews-outrageous-deadpool-footage/ Antman opened strong this last weekend with an opening of … Continued
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In this episode I talk with V. Ken Marion; The Aspen artist and I discuss his influences and his upcoming project Jirni Volume 2.
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In this episode I talk with Andy Diggle & Shawn Martinbrough; It’s the creative team from Robert Kirkman’s Thief of Thieves. We discuss what makes a hero, Shawn’s art style and a great jumping on point for new readers.
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In this episode I talk with Cullen Bunn and Brad Walker; The Sinestro creative team and I talk about who is Sinestro, expect deep analysis as befits the hero of analytical thinkers everywhere!
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In this episode I talk with Robert Venditti; X-O Manowar, The Eternal Warrior, Flash and Green Lantern! Robert Venditti writes them all and we discuss it at SDCC 2015.
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In this episode I discuss many Top Cow projects with president Matt Hawkins; With topics ranging from TV projects to the return of Think Tank, nothing is off-limits when talking Top Cow with Matt Hawkins, president of Top Cow Productions, … Continued
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In this episode I talk to legendary creator Paul Levitz; The new Dr Fate, the many roles Paul has had throughout his career, Brooklyn Blood from Dark Horse and more in this chat from SDCC 2015.
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In this episode I chat with Marc Silvestri; The reason the podcast exists! Marc Silvestri is the hardest working man in comics when it comes to interacting with fans. An amazing artist but an even better person. Listen as we … Continued
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IN this episode I interview Marvel Cover artist Mark Brooks; We discuss Mark’s current work, his love of SDCC and what it takes to move your artistic career to the next level.
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In this episode I chat with Lee Bermejo; From the post-apocalyptic world of New Angeles in Suiciders to the hope that Robin inspires in We are Robin, Lee and I discuss his two current DC projects.
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In this episode I talk with Kyle Higgins and Alec Siegel; We discuss the end (for now) of C.O.W.L, the upcoming Hadrian’s Wall series and a short film Kyle is working on that he hopes will lead to a feature.
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In this episode I talk with Mike Kingston about Headlocked Comics; Wrestling and comics is crossover that just makes sense. I talk with the head of Headlocked comics, Mike Kingston about the origin of Headlocked comics and where you can … Continued
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In this episode I interview Greg Pak; We discuss his new title from Dark Horse Kingsway West. Old west, gunslinging and magic all in one epic story. I can;t wait ti get my hands on it. Listen to Greg tell … Continued
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In this episode I interview Nicola Scott; We discuss her new creator owned book with co -creator Greg Rucka entitled Black Magick. We also talk about changing her art style and her growth as a creator, plus a whole lot … Continued
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In this episode I discuss Superman with Superman writer Gene Yang; Superman as an outsider, immigrant and how he stays true to himself.
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In this episode I interview David F Walker David and I discuss who Cyborg is, the importance of Vic Stone’s identity and how other perceptions of us affect who we are, plus a whole lot more!
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Interview with Charles Soule; We discuss Letter 44, Daredevil, Black Bolt and more!
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Interview with Shane Davis and Michelle Delecki about Axcend. A creator owned book coming from Image comics later this year.
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Interview with Meredith & David Finch
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In this episode we discuss; What we are looking forward to at the convention 01:10 Wednesday Recap 10:41 Thursday Recap 14:08 Friday/Saturday Recap 19:53 Sunday/Show Recap 01:04:44
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News Image Expo – all 24 series http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/gallery-preview-every-new-series-announced-at-image-expo-2015 Artist stealing tables http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/controversy-ignites-at-montreal-comiccon-in-artists-alley Charles Soule on DD http://www.comicbookresources.com/article/charles-soule-comments-on-upcoming-daredevil-run All New All Different titles http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/01/all-the-marveloctober-images-in-high-res-plus-axel-alonsos-letter-to-you-all/ $350 to meet Stan Lee http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/07/02/would-you-pay-350-to-meet-stan-lee/ SDCC to stay through 2018 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss the following; Creative Line-Up 00:50 Tomb Raider 1/2 03:15 How to contact us 18:56
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In this episode we discuss the following; Buying things where to find them? When to buy? Sunday the best? How much money to bring Cos-playing Getting to the convention center Area around convention center where to stay? Sleeping in car … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News TV News Movie News Going Solo to SDCC Panels Photography and recording panels Hall H Ballroom 20 Volunteering Hasbro Exclusives Swag How to make the most of your time waiting in line Where … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: Where to find the book 00:50 What is the Top Cow Chronology Project 01:08 Where to find the chronology 01:38 Creative Line-Up 02:06 The Darkness: Close Your Eyes 02:25 Next books we will cover and … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Manny’s Intro 00:54 Comic News 04:06 TV News 21:13 Movie News 30:30 Rumors 43:13 Clone Quiz 48:32 Series Spotlight on Clone 55:19
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In this episode we discuss; Comic News 00:31 TV News 35:10 Movie News 45:53 Rumors 01:04:15 Quiz – The Valiant 01:09:10 Top of the Stack 01:01:46
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In this episode we discuss; What is the Top Cow Chronology Project 00:43 Where you can find the chronology 01:15 Creative Line-Up 02:52 The Darkness Shadows and Flame 03:18 Where to find the book 23:54 Next book we will cover … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; What is the Top Cow Chronology Project 00:45 Where to find the chronology 01:07 Creative Line-Up 01:22 Where to find the book we are discussing 01:54 Witchblade Day of the Outlaws 05:10 How to contact … Continued
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In the inaugural episode of The Comic Source we discuss; Meet Your Hosts 01:35 Comic News 04:51 Comics on TV 49:22 Most Anticipated Comic Movie 01:02:02 Rumors 01:24:07 Rom Spaceknight Quiz 01:26:05 Top of the Stack 01:30:55
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In this episode we discuss; Creative Line-Up 00:40 Where to find the chronology 00:58 Darkness #89 synopsis 03:45 How to Contact Us 12:25 Book we will cover next 12:56
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In this episode we discuss; Where to find the book we are discussing 00:19 What is the Top Cow Chronology Project 00:40 Creative Line-Up 01:05 Where to find the chronology 01:24 Initial Thoughts about Tales of the Witchblade #1 01:57 … Continued
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In this episode we discuss; Upcoming Plans 00:50 Phoenix Comic Con 01:23 How to contact us 35:59 Interview with Brain Buccellato 37:30 Interview with David Baron 48:39
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In this episode we discuss; Where to find the chronology 00:36 Creative Line-Up 01:00 Darkness: Black Sails Initial Thoughts 01:21 Darkness: Black Sails Synopsis 07:25 How to contact us 14:35 Where to find The Darkness: Black Sails 14:54
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In this episode we discuss: Upcoming plans 00:40 Creative Line-Up 01:40 Witchblade; Obakemono 02:26 Where to find the book 36:36 Where to find the chronology 37:08 How to contact us 37:33
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In this episode we discuss: What is the Top Cow Chronology project 00:36 Where to find the Chronology 00:47 Creative Line-Up 01:25 Trinity: Blood of Sands 06:31 How to contact us 20:56 Upcoming conventions we will be attending 22:13
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In this episode we discuss; What is the Top Cow Chronology Project 00:35 Where to find the chronology 00:51 Creative Line-Up 01:32 Tales of the Witchblade #5 04:41 How to contact us 18:36
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In this episode: Interview with family 01:16 Interview with Samurai manager Justin 04:39 My thoughts on FCBD 2015 12:14
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In this episode: Interview with Christian 03:54 Interview with Sean 05:39 Interview with Jason 07:27 Interview with Daniela 10:38 Interview with Ken from Drawn to Comics 13:27
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In this episode; Interview with first in line- Jeff! 04:08 Interview with Crystal and family 05:37 Interview with Back o’ the Line group 07:46 Interview with Janelle 12:10 Interview with Jesse James 14:13
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This episode contains the following: Sarah Bitely interview 00:48 Dustin Nguyen interview 04:04 Kevin Maguire interview 07:53 Cullen Bunn interview 11:08 Tom King interview 18:10 Dan Jurgens interview 23:52 Greg Pak interview 29:10 How to contact us 34:11
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In this episode we discuss: Where to find the chronology 00:30 Where to find the book we are discussing Creative Line-Up 02:04 Tales of the Witchblade #2 How to contact us 21:43
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In this episode we discuss: Where to find the chronology 00:30 Creative Line-Up 01:20 Lady Death Medieval Witchblade 04:00 Where to find the books we discuss 15:51 How to contact us 16:18
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Part two of our coverage of Wondercon and tons of comic talk about upcoming comics we are looking forward to.
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In this special episode Manny and I discuss our recent trip to Wondercon in Anaheim. Creator interviews, signings, panels, artist alley and more!
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In this episode we discuss the following: Where to find the chronology 00:30 Creative Line-Up 01:05 Medieval Spawn/Witchblade #3 05:49 How to contact us 20:45
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In this episode we discuss: Where to find chronology 00:30 Where to get the books 00:50 Creative Line-Up 01:28 Medieval Spawn Witchblade #2 02:18 How to contact us 13:50
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In this episode we discuss: Where to find the chronology 00:30 Creative Line-Up 01:04 Medieval Spawn Witchblade #1 03:52 Where to find the books 15:20 How to contact us 16:14
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In this episode we discuss: Where to find the chronology 00:30 Creative Line-Up 01:26 The Darkness #39 05:33 How to contact us 12:25
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In this episode we discuss the following: Where to find the chronology 00:27 Creative Line-Up 01:07 Where to find the book we are discussing 03:30 The Darkness Lodbrok’s Hand #1 04:02 How to contact us 15:05
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In this episode we discuss: Where to find the chronology 00:30 Where to find the books we cover 01:05 Creative Line-Up 01:35 Tales of the Witchblade 6 How to contact us 09:29
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In this episode we discuss: Intro to Top Cow Chronology Project 00:40 Creative Line-Up 02:02 Darkness Vicious Traditions #1 02:34 Where to get the books we discuss 09:17 How to contact us 10:02
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In this episode we discuss: Creative Line-Up 00:36 How to follow along with the chronology 00:57 Where to find the books 01:30 Tales of the Witchblade #8 03:03 Book we are covering next 16:43 How to contact us 17:37
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In this episode we discuss: Where to find the books we are discussing 01:14 Creative Line-Up 02:50 Tales of the Witchblade #7 03:15 Shout out for Doughnuts and Top Cow 12:30 How to contact us 13:03
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In this episode we cover: Plans for next books we will cover 01:00 Where to find Witchblade #8 01:35 Witchblade #8 02:06 Thoughts on first 8 issues overall 17:00 Where to find Tales of the Witchblade Response to comments by … Continued
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In this episode we discuss the following: Creative Line-up 00:34 Where to find the books we discuss 00:45 Plans for which books to be covered next 01:10 Witchblade #7 01:35 How to contact us 19:08 Where to find the chronology … Continued
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In this episode we discuss: Long Beach Comic Expo, creator interviews, cosplay, DC convergence panel, HOT books and more!
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In this episode we discuss the following: Creative line up 00:36 Where to find the Chronology 00:48 Where to find the books we are talking about 01:15 Witchblade 6 02:00 How to contact us 20:24
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In this episode we discuss the following: Creator rundown 00:30 Where to get Witchblade Vol 1 00:57 Witchblade #5 01:15 Where to view the chronology 18:45 How to contact us 19:04
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In this episode we discuss the following Intro to the Top Cow Chronology Project 00:30 Where to find the comic we are talking about Witchblade #4 00:40 Where to find the chronology 13:10 How to contact us 13:30
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In this episode we discuss the following Where you can go to get the comics you need to follow along 00:45 Witchblade issue 3 01:20 Where to find chronology 10:20 How to contact us 10:50
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In this episode we discuss the following What is the Top Cow Chronology Project 00:30 Upcoming Convention LBCE 02:08 Where to find the issues we are currently covering 15:53 How to contact us 16:10
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In this episode we discuss the following Brief History of Top Cow 00:35 What is the Top Cow Chronology Project (TCCP) 2:10 Meet your Hosts Jace and Manny 4:15 Review of Witchblade #1 7:30 How to Contact Us 21:52
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