I Am Comics Podcast

All Roads lead to Hickman! We talk Hickman and his new run on X-men and his Fantastic fun on the Fantastic Four. Which Is Josh Casper's favorite Hickman run. JJ talks his favorite run of Hickman's which is the Powers Of X and House Of X. And this is only part 1 of a 2 part episode. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Hello all. We are BACK! i know we have been MIA for the past 8 or 9 months. But we are here and ready to record so we are. And this episode we brought a friend along his name Kevin and he has worked for Comics N Stuff here in San Diego for a good long while. And we got to sit down with him and talk comics, we will have him on again it was a blast to record with him. JJ also talks about recently being diagnosed with MS and Diabetes but that won't stop him from doing what he loves and that's making comics. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Its here!!! SD ComicFest is back once again and we talk to Matt Dunford who is one of the main men of SD ComicFest it will be on March 7th-10th It will be at the Four Points by Sheraton 8110 Aero Drive San Diego, CA 92123. Make sure to go, take the kids take your brothers and sisters and friends anyone who just want's to have a fun time and a fun weekend. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk a little bit about Dan Slot's run on Spider-Man either you loved it or not. JJ and Josh both seem to think that his run The Superior Spider-Man was one of the best things he did with the Spider-Man Story. We also Talk about Top 10 made by Alan Moore. It is such a good book to read it just takes you into a world that you don't want to leave. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It's the New Year and the same old us! This episode we talk about the awesome that is the Drive-In if there is one where you live you should go. We also talk a little bit about pizza why? Cuz why not. Lets not forget we also talk about the AMC A-list pass and how Josh Casper loves it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk Stan The Man Lee! He was a great man and great story teller. He gave us all pretty much every Marvel character that's out there. We also talk about some of the people Stan Lee worked with to create stuff like X-Men, Spider-Man, The Hulk, Black Panther and just so many more we love. Here's to Stan The Man Lee RIP and EXCELSIOR!!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We talk Socal Comics and the awesome signing Saturday that they have. They have local comic artists and great deals on a lot of comics, JJ and I got some pretty good comics for one dollar each! We also talk about some great B-Horror movies that we love and would recommend you watch. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We have been gone for a while but we are back and talking comics and talking shit. We catch up on some comic news. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are back! We have been MIA for a bit but here we are and we know we are a little late to the party since San Diego Comic Con was on the 18th-22nd but we talk about it and what it means for JJ. We also talk about San Diego Gay Pride which happened a week before Comic Con which was crazy! We also talk a little about Josh finally finishing reading Invincible and it was a great run, that book will be missed. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk a little about Socal comics in San Diego and the awesome signing Saturdays that they have everyone should go check it out! We also talk the great John Byrne the man responsible for making classic story arcs of some of the greatest comics ever to come out and his classic work called Next Men. Everyone should read this book it is his own version of X-Men and other great comics rolled into one. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk Mark Millar on Netflix and Disney trying to buy Fox. If Disney buys Fox that means that we finally get X-Men and The Fantastic Four movies back to Marvel. Which would be great to have all the Marvel powerhouses back in one house. We also talk the deal that Mark Millar a great writer on Image comics have gotten on Netflix for pretty much all of his books to become a show or movie on Netflix. We are very excited to hear that news and can't wait to see the story's we get on from him on Netflix. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This Episode we talk to Matt Dunford the Chairman of SD Comic Fest and its happening on April 20-22 at the Town & Country Resort & Convention Center. This year they are celebrating the 200th Anniversary of Frankenstein! They are celebrating it in a big way, listen to find out how and what they have in store for this year. We talk comics some horror and even a little bit of Watchmen. It was fun as always to speak with Matt so tune in and let us know what you guys think. As always you can comment us on Itunes, Googleplay music and Soundcloud and reach out to us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we introduce a new thing we are doing we call it Mac's Movie Review! JJ's brother from another mother, we talk Logan, Star Wars The Last Jedi and other movies. i know we are late to the Logan and Star Wars game but hey better late then never. We will be doing more of these movie reviews with Mac so stay tuned. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In this episode we have the great pleasure or talking with Alex Sinclair Colorist at DC comics. He and JJ have been friends since the Wildstorm days of yesteryear. It was fun watching them catch up and speak of fond memories they both had, Alex Sinclair has worked and still works with Jim Lee, Scott Williams, Frank Miller and many many more artists. He has worked on Harley Quinn, Batman: Hush, Superman, Justice League and countless others. He was such a great guy to talk too and we hope to talk with him again soon, till then Read On! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode Josh Casper tires to get JJ to make a Comixology account as we all know Josh Casper is a BIG fan of Comixology, JJ not so much here's hoping we change his mind. We also talk about what would happen to MCU once Disney bought Fox, Marvel would finally get to bring back all it's great characters to the Marvel cinematic universe. As always guys Read On! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk with DJ, a wonderful young artist who is under the apprenticeship of I Am Comics very own JJ Kirby. We talk the first time they met, how DJ got into drawing and how she knew she wanted to draw comics. We ask JJ how it feels to be a teacher to someone who wants to draw, loves to draw and wants to continue to get better at it. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk about whats new with JJ. From his take on comic con to his own future projects to what he would love to do or wants to do. Keep an eye on him he has some pretty cool things to come. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode Josh got critiqued by JJ about some of his art, its not as good as JJ's but hey he's trying. We talk some abstract art and how its different from comic art. You never know until you draw what will come out. so everyone go out there and draw! You never know you might be the next Jackson Pollock or the next Jack Kirby. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we get to talk with Alonso Nunez and Matt Dunford who own and run Little Fish Comic Book Studio which can be found at 6822B El Cajon Blvd, San Diego California 92115. Its such a cool place to go and learn how to get into comic books if you ever want to do that for a living. They have sooooo many books in that place you could read forever. There is a part in the 30 min mark where the audio cuts out real quick, if you feel like you missed out we were talking about manga. It was such a wonderful time at Little Fish and we all hope you guys go check it out! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This Time we talk Civil War! but in the 90's We talk who would have been the best choice for certain Marvel characters in the 90's but mainly the Civil War movie that was released in 2016. You got questions? Let us know what you think on this or any other subject, comment us or email us at iamcomicspodcast@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode JJ and I went down to our local brewery called Hillcrest Brewing Company or HBC for short. We had some drinks then got into talking about the Hip Hop Variants that Marvel has released, we both are very big fans of Hip Hop and of those Marvel covers. Which makes us wonder if DC will make some Hip Hop variants themselves, Josh wants DC to make some Heavy Metal covers. Maybe it will happen one day. Let us know which ones are ur favorite Hip Hop variants. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we talk the time Josh Casper spent at the San Diego Downtown Library and how he has discovered that they have comic books! We also talk a bit about about Teen Teams. Such as the Teen Titans, Young Avengers and whats so great about them? do we need these Teen Teams or can we get away without having them anymore? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This Episode we talk Wonder Woman the movie and a little bit of the comics as well with a couple of friends. We talk with Jared Hamiter, Aresenio aka KidRc and Lucas aka Soulchild they share the love they have for the Wonder Woman Moive and comics. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk about sidekicks. Are they important now like they where before? Should we just get rid of them or keep creating them? Can a sidekick ever be better then his mentor? Also is JJ just seeking nostalgia when he buys comics we talk about that. We also talk little bit about a book called Wild Times: An Oral History of WildStorm Studios a little known place where are very own JJ Kirby used to work. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We talk how Josh Casper now loves socks with sandals, we also talk about Josh Casper's mutant power The Softinning! We also talk what power would you choose if you could have one? Also we talk a little bit about Marvel and DC's reboots. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week we are in Indio California for the first ever Fantasia Comic Con! We met so many cool and talented people at the con, too bad we didn't have enough time to talk to everyone at the con. But we did get to chat with Alex Callego of Palm Springs Comic Con happening on November 11th through the 12th We also talk with artist Eddie DeAngelini about his comic called Collectors Comic and comic shop Hi De Ho Comics in Santa Monica California, we also talk illustrator/creator Koi Turnbull about his new comic out called Element. We also talk with Ruben Rosas a great artist who you can find at AComicWorldArt on Facebook, Instagram and Deviantart,com and finally we get to speak with a very cool guy we met named Andrew of Drew's Comics &Collectibles you can find him on Instagram he can help you find almost anything you need in comics & collectibles. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk Free Comic Book Day!!! We chat with the writer of Man Vs Rock Victor Detroy (check it out guys its funny and fun). We also chat with the owner of Southern California Comics aka Socal Comics Jamie Newbold which is located at 8280 Clairemont Mesa Blvd #124 We also get the chance to talk with Richard Friend and Gabe Eltaeb of WildStorm Alumni. Long Live Free Comic Book Day!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk all about Villains! You love to love them or hate them but we all have a favorite Villain which one is urs?You cant have the heroes without the Villains so we talk Dr Doom, Magneto and many others. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk Blue Balls and which hero has a bad case of them. We talk from Batman, Superman, Beast the Hulk and much more. Is the Watcher a prev? Which hero or or villain would JJ and I choose to have a roll in the hay with? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We talk about what 3 comics JJ and I would have if we were stuck on a deserted island with nothing but our books. We also talk a little about Mark Millar's work and how his comics are becoming movies. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk about motivation and imagination and how much of that it takes to draw or write or color or doing anything in comics. JJ talks his motivation and imagination and whats gets him to keep doing what he loves doing. We also talk how the artist and writers of old turned out issue after issue without delays, because they was trying to get paid! Now a days you still have highly motivated and highly imaginative people but they dont turn out comic after comic like the artist of old. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk all about Superman JJ's favorite superhero. We talk John Byrne's Superman Man Of Steel, Superman Worlds Finest, Superman vs Muhammad Ali, Superman Last Son, Absolute Superman for Tomorrow and Worlds Greatest Superheroes. We also talk what our version's of a Superman Movie would be like. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk about Josh's time at SDCOMICFEST. He had such a blast and JJ cant wait to go next year. We also talk about the older comic book writers and artists and how amazing the older story's are. We also talk a little bit of how the way editing in comics has changed since the beginning to now. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Matt Dunford the chairman of San Diego Comic Fest. We talk about his comic experiences what he loves about comics, what it takes to be the chairman of San Diego Comic Fest, how you put such an event together and how he got the job. The San Diego Comic Fest is happening this weekend in San Diego, February 17-20 Located at Four Points by Sheraton. You guys need to go check it out will be tons of fun and for all ages and family's! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

WE LOVE COMIC CON!!! We talk San Diego Comic Con! We live here and one week out of the year it gets crazy. We talk JJ's experience with the Con as an artist in Artist Ally and as a fan. We talk my experience with the Con as a fan who loves this stuff. We talk when Comic Con was nothing but comics and one or two movie stars if we were lucky, you could also wait in line and buy a ticket, seems so long ago. We also talk our experiences with the Hulk Lou Ferrigno. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is the all DC episode we talk Snowflame, Blue Beetle, Booster Gold, The HellBlazer himself John Constantine and The Swamp Thing. We also talk Uncle Sam and Alan Moore's TOP 10. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk about the Punisher, Daredevil and how they both now have a show on Netflix. Daredevil already having two great seasons on Netflix now the Punisher will have his own show on Netflix as well. But we also talk about the impact they had on comics and how it has given both of them a shot at movies and TV. We also talk about Namor Visionaries a great story made by the man himself John Byrne. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I ask JJ the High Question. We also talk about the amazing Alex Ross and his work spanning from Marvel to DC to Dynamite. We talk mostly about his Two great works Marvels from Marvel and Kingdom Come from DC. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is part 2 of last weeks episode we talk with Del a cool guy who happened to be at the comic shop at the same time as us. He has a vast knowledge of comics and was a blast to talk to. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are at it again we are On Comic Ground talking about some of the comics that came out that day with Marilyn. We talk about our three picks of comics whether they are old or new but mostly new. we also meet a new friend, Del and we talk comics with him. Since we had so much fun with this episode it went longer then expected so this is part.1 of 2 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk to Marilyn the owner of On Comic Ground comic shop open since 1994 located in 1629 University Ave, in the Hillcrest area in San Diego CA. We talk to her about how it is to own a comic book shop how things have changed since she opened the store. How hard it is it to get people to get in the shop and buy comics, also have the movies helped the comic shops in a big or small way or not at all. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk about the ever changing prices of comic books is it too much money for such a low amount of pages? Or sometimes you get half the story in one issue and get another different story you didn't want in the second half of the issue. We also talk about if Annuals are worth the high price anymore? Are they still the same special event that they used to be or just another easy way to make money? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

JJ try's out new voice. We aslo talk about our first comic experience what we love about comics. Why we love them and what comic was the one that got us into comics. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We talk about the importance of Archie comics. The importance of Hanna-Barbera going into comics. We also ask do we need Letter Columns in comics? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Its comic book day and we talk about some of the issues that have come out on Wednesday 11-23-16 We also give you two recommendations on what comics to check out. If you read it before why not read it again or read it for the first time. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk all about Invincible. We don't tell you the whole series but we talk enough about to try to get you hooked on this amazing comic. It's currently on issue 131 with it ending at issue 144 we at I Am Comics are always saddened when a good series comes to an end, here's to one great read. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode is the all Marvel episode. We talk about the X-Men, Namor, The Inhumans, and Marvel TV as well as Marvel Movies. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk about if comics are better off in TV or Movies? Also we ask who would be on ur Mount Rushmore of comics. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This episode we talk about Logan and Guardians Of The Galaxy a quick recap of the trailers that just came out. But we talk more about the comic side of these two movies. The comics being Old Man Logan and various Guardians of the Galaxy story's. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

its a podcast about comic books and graphic novels. In this episode we talk a little about Watchmen comic and some superhero movies. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

JJ Kirby and Josh Casper we are I Am Comics Podcast. We talk about who we are, what we are about, and what this podcast is and will be about. We talk batman suits and a little bit about JJ's time at WildStorm. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.