The Comic Source Podcast

Recorded live from the floor of New York Comic Con 2025, Jace sits down with actor and comic creator Thomas Jane to talk about his latest Comixology Originals series, The Lycan. Known for his work in The Punisher, The Expanse, and Grey Matter, Jane dives into his passion for comics and storytelling, describing The Lycan as a gothic romance with werewolves set in 1797—a dark, atmospheric tale blending period drama, wartime tension, and supernatural horror. Drawing inspiration from films like Nosferatu and Brotherhood of the Wolf, the series follows a group of stranded hunters who strike a desperate deal on an isolated British isle, leading to chaos, blood, and unexpected twists. Jane discusses the advantages of digital storytelling through Comixology's panel-by-panel reading experience, the excitement of eventually collecting the full story in print, and the parallels between his work as an actor and as a writer shaping emotion and pacing. The conversation captures the infectious energy of NYCC as Jane reflects on connecting with fans, celebrating creativity, and keeping the love of comics alive through every medium.

Recorded live at the Comixology Originals booth during New York Comic Con 2025, Jace sits down with acclaimed writer Mark Guggenheim to discuss his imaginative new series The Adventures of the Ulysses Monarch. Described as an Indiana Jones-style adventure set in the year 3026, the story blends pulpy treasure-hunting with sci-fi wonder as future archaeologists uncover the “ancient” relics of our own 21st century. Guggenheim talks about balancing the spectacle and emotion that drive the book, highlighting the dynamic art by Harvey Tolibao and vibrant colors from Mark Englert, along with the snarky charm of the robot sidekick Francis. He also teases the possibility of another volume as conversations with Comixology continue and shares how readers can explore more of his creative process through his Legal Dispatch newsletter on Substack. It's a lively NYCC conversation that captures the fun, imagination, and emotional heart behind Ulysses Monarch.

In this episode, Jace welcomes back creator Leanne Krecic, known to fans as Mongie, for an in-depth conversation about the long-awaited return of her hit digital series Let's Play, now relaunching on Tapas after its celebrated run on another platform. Leanne shares how it feels to revisit her beloved characters after a hard-earned creative hiatus, discusses the journey behind the new Let's Play anime adaptation on Crunchyroll, and reflects on the challenges and triumphs that shaped her path as both artist and storyteller. She also talks about her packed and emotional panel at New York Comic Con, where fans got an early look at what's coming next and celebrated the series' official return. It's an honest, inspiring, and heartfelt conversation that celebrates the joy of storytelling and the power of creator-driven comics—straight from The Comic Source, your go-to destination for thoughtful comics coverage.

Live from NYCC, Jace sits down with writer-artist Ben Wickey to dig into two projects: The Moon and Serpent Bumper Book of Magic (IDW/Top Shelf) and his decade-long passion piece, More Weight. Wickey recounts the surreal, life-changing email inviting him to contribute 50 pages to the Alan Moore/Steve Moore grimoire—working from a ~350-page script and layering his own meticulous research to craft comic biographies of occult and esoteric figures from antiquity through the 20th century. He describes the fun and challenge of “caricaturing” people with and without historical likenesses, maintaining visual continuity across eras, and even trading notes with living subjects like Iain Sinclair. Shifting to More Weight, he frames the book as a rigorously researched, human-scaled, historically grounded account of the Salem witch trials—told alongside a second thread featuring Longfellow and Hawthorne to explore legacy and atmosphere—aimed at cutting through myth, hysteria narratives, and tidy themes to show how factionalism, fear, and mundane grievances can spiral, with unsettling echoes in modern times. Wickey talks process (drawing out of sequence, extensive endnotes, distinct voices across timelines), the emotional toll of depicting real people (including a personal ancestral connection he discovered), and his goal to foster empathy by letting readers truly “meet” those lost to history—all while enjoying the buzz of NYCC and connecting with new readers.

Live from the DC booth at New York Comic Con 2025, Jace sits down with writer Si Spurrier and artist Aaron Campbell to reflect on their acclaimed run of Hellblazer: Dead in America and to unveil their next ambitious DC project. The conversation digs deep into the creative and emotional toll of closing their Hellblazer chapter, with Aaron sharing the personal intensity of channeling John Constantine and pushing himself to his artistic limits, while Si reflects on the story's critical reception and its haunting resonance with modern society. From there, the duo introduce their new series The Walking Shadow — an eerie, high-concept survival horror tale inspired by Shakespeare's Macbeth, layered with mystery, existential dread, and bold visual experimentation. Aaron discusses crafting the book's look through innovative stop-motion puppet models and Renaissance-inspired textures, while Si explores how its themes of light, darkness, and narrative identity elevate the story beyond simple genre boundaries. It's a conversation rich with creative insight, philosophical reflection, and the kind of inventive ambition that defines both creators' best work. All this and more, straight from The Comic Source, your home for in-depth comic creator conversations and convention coverage.

In this DC Spotlight episode, Jace and Rocky dive into another packed week of DC Comics, following Jace's return from New York Comic Con 2025 with fresh energy and insights. The conversation opens with how the current wave of DC K.O. tie-ins is enriching the main event without feeling obligatory, setting the tone for a week that balances emotional depth with big superhero spectacle. The guys unpack how Green Arrow #29 anchors the chaos in grounded, heartfelt storytelling, while Harley Quinn #55 leans into its sharp humor and fast pacing for longtime fans. They explore Absolute Wonder Woman #13 as a bold, introspective chapter that pushes themes of compassion and identity and speculate on just what the titular PRICE refers to. THe guys praise Green Lantern #28 for juggling multiple character arcs with ease though Jace felt the set-up issue was much more compelling than Rocky did. The finale of Green Lantern: Dark #7 earns extra discussion as they debate whether its emotional clarity redeems a series that's divided readers, while Detective Comics #1102 gets unanimous acclaim for putting the “detective” back in Detective Comics through gritty espionage-style art and high-stakes tension. From there they look at Justice League Unlimited #12, a standout DC K.O. tie-in that surprises with strong character beats for Power Girl, Aquaman, and Guy Gardner, and The Flash #26, where Mark Waid and Christopher Cantwell steer the tone back toward classic heroics even as Darkseid's reach expands across time itself. Immortal Legend: Batman #3 offers an experimental, puzzle-driven story that sparks mixed reactions but earns respect for ambition, while the Superman corner of the line dominates the week—especially Superman #31, a Lois and Lara-focused triumph that ties mythic revelation to personal courage, punctuated by Joshua Williamson's perfect handle on Superboy Prime. The guys bothed loved Superman #31, calling it the ideal blend of heart, history, and high concept. They close by highlighting the new DC Finest: Crisis on Infinite Earths collection, a Swamp Thing retrospective, Teen Titans: Starfire's YA trade, and Preacher Absolute Vol. 3, plus tease a slate of NYCC interviews featuring Bear Walker, Dean Haspiel, Cullen Bunn, Thomas Jane, and more—an energetic, discussion of everything DC is doing right.

Live from the floor of New York Comic Con 2025, Jace visits in Artist Alley with acclaimed writer Cullen Bunn to talk about his chilling new series Deluge #1 from Ignition Press. The conversation dives into how a real-world event inspired the story's haunting setup — a women's prison built on a floodplain — and how Bunn uses that foundation to explore moral ambiguity, human nature, and the monsters that dwell both within and without. He and Jace discuss the thematic depth of horror as a mirror to the human condition, the balance between character study and chaos, and what makes Deluge a uniquely layered reading experience. Cullen also shares why Ignition Press feels less like a new publisher and more like a creative family, emphasizing their deep support for creators, retailers, and fans alike. Before wrapping, he teases his new video podcast The Cullenoscopy, where he and guest hosts celebrate their shared love of horror across all mediums. It's a thoughtful, behind-the-scenes chat that highlights both the craft and community driving today's most daring horror comics — straight from The Comic Source.

In this episode, Jace catches up with custom skateboard artist Bear Walker live from the floor of New York Comic Con to talk about the creative crossroads of skate culture and pop culture collectibles. Bear shares how his love of comics, movies, and woodworking evolved into a thriving career crafting high-end skateboards inspired by fan-favorite worlds like Yu-Gi-Oh!, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and DC Comics. He discusses how his fan art caught the attention of Hollywood actors and major studios, leading to official collaborations and his dream project—a DC line debuting with Batman and classic villains. Bear also reflects on his organic connection with fans, how their feedback helps shape future designs, and the challenge of balancing endless ideas with focus and craftsmanship. It's a lively, inspiring chat about creativity, fandom, and staying true to what you love.

In this New York Comic Con Artist Alley interview, Jace chats with writer-artist Dean Haspiel about his latest Kickstarter project, Anti-Matter, a one-man anthology inspired by indie classics like Eightball and Optic Nerve. Dean discusses how the book blends his original creations—such as Red Hook, Chest Face, Billy Dogma, and COVID Cop—into a magazine-style collection of self-contained stories, all exploring love and humanity through his trademark mix of humor and heart. He also shares insights into his creative process, his shift toward independent publishing, and his ongoing ventures in theater and film, while reminding fans that crowdfunding is the best way to directly support his work.

In the DC Spotlight for the week of October 15, 2025, Jace and Rocky hit a leaner stack with plenty to chew on—praising the tender, big-hearted close of Krypto: The Last Dog of Krypton #5  while enjoying the Barry-centric lift and sharpened mystery in Absolute Flash #8 and weighing the mentor-meets-meteoric-rookie vibes of Nightwing #131, Rocky is especially reveling in the fizzy will-they/won't-they spark that steals the show in Batman/Superman: World's Finest #44 between Supergirl and Robin. The guys dig into Wonder Woman #25 for crucial context that makes the “Mouseman” era click even if the refrain wears thin and they celebrate the classic, high-stakes action of Superman Unlimited #6, debate the esoteric scale-up and striking visuals of New Gods #11 and appreciate Titans #28 as a grounded DC K.O. companion that sells the sheer logistics of a planetary evacuation., Justice League Red #3 has some slick action but stalled momentum so can this story come together in the end? Time will tell. Catwoman #80 continues to be an atmospheric Euro-caper with intriguing Falcone threads. It's an energetic, tour through craft, character, and where this week's DC lineup soars (and where it could hit harder) as con season winds down and the K.O. ripples roll on, so join us for all the details.

In this DC Spotlight episode, Jace and Rocky take an in-depth look at another powerhouse week of DC Comics, led by the explosive debut of DC K.O. #1, a game-changing kickoff to one of the biggest DC events in years. They follow that with Absolute Batman #13, where the story takes bold emotional turns that remind readers why this alternate universe has become must-read material. Over in Green Lantern Corps #9, the energy levels are sky-high as cosmic battles and heartfelt moments collide in classic DC fashion. Action Comics #1091 keeps the momentum going with thoughtful character work that redefines legacy and leadership, while Superman: The Kryptonite Spectrum #3 continues its strange and stylish experiment in storytelling. The conversation turns lighter with Supergirl #6, balancing youthful energy and sharp writing, and Aquaman #10, which dives deep into epic underwater adventure. Jace and Rocky also explore the tension and teamwork in Batman and Robin #26, the dark intensity of Batman: Dark Patterns #11, and the moody period atmosphere of Batman: Gotham by Gaslight – A Leap for Justice #4. The week rounds out with Court: Children of the Round Table #2 and Batman: The Long Halloween – The Last Halloween #9, both offering unique tones that showcase DC's storytelling range. From universe-spanning spectacle to intimate character work, it's a passionate, energetic breakdown of what makes DC Comics thrive — straight from The Comic Source, your go-to destination for thoughtful comic conversation.

In this episode Jace chats with writer and filmmaker Adam Lawson about his newly launched crowdfunding campaign for Mad Dog Morgan, a horror-wrestling mash-up described as “The Wrestler meets The Shining.” Lawson explains how the story follows a broken former wrestler whose quest for self-destruction turns into a supernatural fight for redemption inside a haunted house that feeds on the lost and hopeless. He discusses the emotional and mythic inspirations behind the book—ranging from Jake “The Snake” Roberts' real-life struggles to the biblical tale of Samson—and highlights the creative collaboration with artist Maxi Dall'o, colorist Patricio Delpeche, and letterer Dave Lentz, emphasizing their ability to balance emotion, action, and atmosphere. Jace and Adam also explore the craft of comic storytelling, the importance of lettering and color in setting mood, and the rewards of direct-to-reader crowdfunding. The episode closes with details on exclusive Kickstarter tiers, including a limited New York Comic Con ashcan, and Lawson's reflections on why Mad Dog Morgan offers a fresh, heartfelt, and over-the-top experience for fans of both horror and wrestling.

In our latest DC spolight, Jace and Rocky run through a busy October 1 slate while previewing NYCC plans for panel live-tweets and interviews if Jace can make it to the show plus industry buzz from Vertigo and big Marvel/DC crossover whispers. The kick things off by breaking down the current Batman era's tone and art, while debating Gotham's law-and-order vibe as it compares to real-world events currently. Gotham Academy: First Year is Jace's first exposure to the property and Ricky get a “Wednesday-esque” feel from it, the Justice League: Omega Act Special is a perfect jumping on point into the next big event, DC K.O. and sums up everything happpening in DC over that last year. Poison Ivy's run earns kudos for layered, flawed character work. Cassandra Cain's globe-trotting martial-arts arc sparks a deep dive on DC's fight-lore and works for Rocky while Jace is still underwhelmed, while Absolute Green Lantern's dense worldbuilding is best enjoyed as fresh space opera rather than familiar Lantern canon. A slick heist setup in Cheetah & Cheshire Rob the Justice League shines for character moments, while Absolute Superman spotlights Kal's evolving bond with Sol, his AI guardian and and also Kal's Smallville ties, Adventures of Superman: Book of El builds future-era intrigue, the Zatanna Panic Halloween anthology offers bite-size spooky detours to celebrate Halloween, and JSA reaches a long-awaited finale. As always Jace gives a rundown of collected editions out this week also and the guys wrap things up with their weekly rankings of all the DC titles they've read.

In this episode we discuss; DC Spotlight September 24, 2025 The Comic Source   Click HERE to help Jace head to NYCC '25 and cover the Show! Check Out The Episode on YouTube   Jace and Rocky cover 15 books in this week's DC spotlight We get a rturn to its roots with a mystery-heavy Detective Comics kicking off, a gritty street-level Green Arrow, and an adrenaline-charged Green Lantern chapter that sets up next week's finale of the Starbreaker Supremacy. Superman fans get a double feature with the most dangerous place on Earth for Superman, El Caldero, being that exact place he has to go in Superman Unlimited and an action-packed Superman #30 that leans into Legion lore and big, heroic moments for characters you might not expect. Elsewhere, they check in on Harley Quinn, the sleek international turn in Catwoman, and how Absolute Wonder Woman is steadily leveling up. The duo explains why the new History of the DCU is a handy canon refresher and check in on the second issue of the new Elseworlds batman story. They also cover Mr. Terrific: Year One, with some great interactions between Michael Holt and Jefferson Pierce, better known as Black Lightning. Finally, they talk about how Justice League Unlimited helps set the stage for the coming event, DC K.O. Join us for all the details, plus a run down on collected editions out this week and a historic facsimile that goes all the way back to DC's origins.

Jace welcomes creators Sarah Graley and Stef Purenins to the show to chat about their recently released graphic novel Pizza Witch from Skybound's YA Comet line. They dive into the story of Roxy, a young witch chasing her dream of mastering pizza magic despite the skeptics around her, with the help of her grumpy cat familiar, George. Sarah and Stef share the inspiration behind the book, the fun of building a colorful magical world filled with skeletons, ghouls, and crystal dragons, and how the project evolved from webcomic to nearly 300-page graphic novel. Packed with humor, heart, and hopefulness, Pizza Witch is a perfect read for younger audiences—or anyone who loves a magical adventure.

Jace welcomes brothers Inaki and Roy Miranda to talk about their long-gestating story Arcadia. Set in a world where humans are just a memory, mysteries about for the survivors, who are they? Where do they come from? In the ruins of what once was, those that remain awaken in silos with an overwhelming imperative to survive and there are those that help them. Who is the singularity trying to stop them? That is just one of the mysteries to be answered in Arcadia. You can join the Kickstarter campaign now to get a preview of the 12-issue story to come. The preview is a full comic issue with a taste of whats to come. Join us as the Miranda brothers talk about balancing the huge scope of the story with the intimate quality of individual survival for those that are awakening. 

Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics for the week of September 17, 2025. We see Nightwing make a questionable decision based on a "feeling" that seems like it may coe back to haunt him, Bizarro World is saved in the pages of World's Finest while Power Girl comes face to face with people she least expects. Batman Second Knight continues it's look at the earliest days of Batman as the world is on the brink of a second world war and Absolute Flash has the rogues finally catching up with Wally West, but when they do things don't go how you might expect. Join us for details on all this books and more!

Good As Dead - Release Date: September 17, 2025   Jace welcome David Lapham to the show to talk about Good As Dead. Releasing through Skybound, David works with his long-time collaborator, Maria Lapham to bring an intriguing, fast-paced story to life. It may be set in a small town, but there is big-time drama going on in Port Linden. Long-time tensions between two families in the town are finally coming to a head as a big change to the town's infrastructure is about to take place. Just as that is about to happen, disaster strikes, but who is behind it and why? Filled with interesting characters, Good As Dead exhibits that signature style and character driven story that we have come to expect from these Eisner-award winning team.

Jace and Rocky chat about the DC titles for the week of September 10, 2025. It's a big week with tons of titles. Absolute Batman shows Bane's actions possibly starting Bruce's friends down the path to villainy while Dak Patterns continues to look at his early years in Gotham. We also get a chance to see a very different version of Batman as the Gotham By Gaslight era continues in League for Justice. Trinity keeps time-hopping and the Children of the Round Table receive their weapons with both titles very appropriate for young readers. The debut issue of Red Hood shows real potential for the character and the art is amazing. Fire and Ice continue their journey into hell and things take a turn for the worse for Superman as he continues to be exposed to the new forms of Kryptonite. The action and emotion of Green Lantern Corps is superbly balanced while Aquaman has more assertivesness while amongst the trinity than he ever has before, could this hint that he has a big role to play in DC K.O?

Jace welcomes fan-favorite artist J. Scott Campbell and publisher Scott Dunbier to the show to chat about J. Scott's first ever artbook and first ever Kickstarter. For the first time get a chance to see the behind the scenes pieces of Danger Girl art, plus Wildsiders, a never finished project from J. Scott including some never before seen artwork from the unpublished issue #3. Hear from J. Scott and Scott as they talk about what to expect in the campaign, what rewards are available and how detailed the artwork that is included is.

Click HERE to help Jace head to NYCC '25 and cover the Show! - https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/3D... Follow The Comic Source on all social media with our Linktree - https://linktr.ee/thecomicsource If you would prefer to listen to these reviews as a podcast, check out The Comic Source on the LRM Online pop culture website - https://lrmonline.com/news/category/t... In this episode we discuss; DC K.O. Bracket Revealed! Winners For Every Match-Up Through The Finals! The Comic Source Jace and Rocky are joined by long-time DC Comics fan Steve to make some bold predictions for the upcoming DC K.O. event. The guys all give their picks for every match up from the first round through to the finals. With varying methods and variables factored in, the picks are sometimes based on facts and sometimes based on feeling, but there all backed up with reasoning, even if those reasons don't make any sense! There are so many intriguing match-ups and it is very interesting to see where the guys end up in the finals based on the 32 fighters from the first round, Will we see a diverse last few rounds or will a consensus form? You gotta join us to find out!

Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of September 3, 2025. We get a new era of Batman from Matt Fraction and it was tremendously enjoyable. Also the ending of Ressurrection Man: Quantum Karma was very satisfying. Absoulte Superman continues to be the best of the Absolute titles while Poison Ivy reaches it's third anniversary. Tons of action in Justice League vs Godzilla vs Kong as you might expect and the heist story in Cheetah and Cheshire shifts into the recruiment phase. It's a great week of DC titles so join us for the details on these books, plus all the other releases dropping from DC this week.

Jace is joined by Lance from Comic Book Keepers for a deep-dive into indie comics. The guys have been running into each other for years at conventions and press rooms but have finally made time to collaborate, sharing their picks for the best indie comics. It's nearly impossible to have a comprehensive list and it will vary accourding to tastes at any particular time, so please keep in mind that these aren't definitive rankings but reflections of what excites them in the moment. Neither Jace nor Lance know what is going to be chosen by the other ahead of time so there is some overlap, soem books the other hasn't even heard of and plenty of honorable mentions. As the conversation unfolds, each choice sparks stories about fandom and collecting — from chasing rare issues, wishing they had jumped on certain series earlier, to meeting creators at cons and discovering new favorites through word of mouth. The discussion stays away from deatiled discussion of story points as they guys want you to experince these titles for yourselves, but the discussion does highlight of what makes independent comics so compelling, the freedom to create without restrictions. The guys share how titles shocked them with bold twists, hit them emotionally in unexpected ways, and reminded them how powerfully art and writing can work together to expand what comics are capable of. By the end, the episode has evolved into more than just a list. It's a wide-ranging exploration of creativity and community, from sweeping epics to quirky experiments, from heartfelt character pieces to wild genre mashups. The variety of choices reflects not only the scope of indie comics but also the personal connections and nostalgia that make them so memorable. What emerges is a love letter to the medium itself — one that invites listeners to discover, revisit, and be surprised by the stories waiting off the beaten path.

Jace welcomes sisters Chanda Bell and Krista Pitts, co-creators, along with their mother, Carol Aebersold, of Elf on the Shelf. They share how their family tradition became a global phenomenon, their unforgettable experience bringing the Elf to San Diego Comic-Con, and how fans everywhere have embraced the magic. We also dive into exciting new projects in the Santa-verse:

Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of August 27, 2025. Mister Terrific: Year One continues it's excellent examincation and evolution of the character. The Peacemaker Double feature ends on a high note very reminiscent of the TV show while Absolute Wonder Woman and Absolute Martian Manhunter continue on an upward trajectory. Superman has a last page that has the gusy speculationg about what comes next and Justice League Unlimited ties in closely to the big Darkseid story that has been building for close to a year. Green Lantern also maintains it's high level of quality in both story and art. Finally, Immortal Legend Batman feels like the perfect balance of fresh and familiar. Join us to learn more about this titles and all the other DC books this week.

Jace welcomes Todd McFarlane back to the show to chat about the upcoming 50/50/50 Program to celebrate the 5oth issues of King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn and The Scorched. Todd talks about the importance of consistency, building variety in the Spawn Universe to welcome in new readers, and why anniversary issues matter to both fans and retailers. He shares details on the special crossover story, unique covers, rare signed variants, and even how you can get some original art from Todd himself!. It's a great conversation about celebrating comics, fandom, and giving back to the direct market that's supported Spawn for over 30 years

Jace and Rocky are back with the DC Comics weekly spotlight. It's a great week in Jace's opinion, but Rocky was less impressed. Absolute Batman make both top five lists with an incredbile origin for Absolute Bane, Absolute Flash also impresses with it's best issue in quite awhile. Jace also thought that Carwoman has it's best issue of the current run, though Rocky remains disconnected with the story which is more of an ensemble than a Catwoman-centric story. New Gods continues to build and the invasion of Earth doesn't feel far off. We have two canine focused stories, Krypto and the lead feature in Detective Comics #1100th issue and Jace ranked them very highly. The other co-features in Detective were also excellent as was the debut issue of Justice League Red, Wonder Woman stays just as divisive as ever with a big chunk of the episode breakign down Tom King's writing style and why so many people may like or dislike it. There are a lot more titles and a lot more opinions in this episode so join us for all the details! 

Jace welcomes Jimmy Palmiotti and Dan Panosian to chat about their upcoming Marvel Knights Punisher title. Punisher is a favorite of both of these veteran creators and they are pushing the envelope with this story, so it is not for the faint of heart. Expect tons of action and a fast-paced story, the kind of story that long-time Punisher fans will love. Jimmy drops some hints that Frank Castle will be in a very difficult spot, almost an impossible situation and he mentions that even he and Dan felt a little bad for putting Castle in such a bad spot. Dan talks about the interesting locales, weaponary and vehicles he gets to draw and it's clear that these guys are having a blast pulling this story together. Join us for a fun chat and be sure to pre-order the book by September 5th! 

Jace welcomes cartoonist Shannon Wheeler to the show. Shannon talks about his career and how he eventually was able to fulfill a dream of doing cartoons for the New Yorker. He also is the creative mind behind the hit comic Too Much Coffee Man. Shannon's current project is the most personal project he has tackled to date as he explores the interesting life led by his father. Not only in terms of the events and choices Shannon's father made, but also how those, choices and expectations affected Shannon and the decisions he made in his own life. Join us for a very interesting conversatioin.

Jace is joined by Adam Huss and Nicole Maines to talk about Truth Man. Truth Man is a well-meaning but over-the-top superhero whose only real “power” is that he can't help but tell the absolute truth at all times. That sounds noble, but in practice it leads to a lot of awkward, uncomfortable, and often hilarious situations where Truth Man blurts out things no one wants to hear. Adam talks about how the comic spun out of a film that was in development but then hit a snag due to the writers strike. Nicole talks about how she became involved in the project and there is pole

Jace is joined by Brian Volk-Weiss from the Nacelle Company. Brian is one of the creatives minds behind Nacelle and it's properties such as The Toys That Made Us, The Movies That Made Us and more. The guys chat about the Nacelle Company exhibiting at a booth during SDCC for the first time, sharing the joy and connection of the toys & shows or our childhood and Bringing Biker Mice From Mars to a new generations of fans. Biker Mice is back and more relevant thant ever with a new series currently coming out monthly from Oni Press, written by Melissa Flores with art by Daniel Gete. Also in production for a new animated series that is hopefully coming next year, join us to learn more about the comic and animated series and the Nacelle company in general

Jace welcomes Todd McFarlane, Daniel Henriques and Jonathan Glapion back to the show. Daniel and Jonathan are continuing to expand the mythos of the Spawn Universe with their Curse of Sherlee Johnson series. To add to the excitement, for the first time in 25 years, Frank Miller is returning to the Spawn Universe to do a cover for issue #3. Additionally, Todd McFarlane has done a B&W 1:25 variant of the cover with him inking over Frank Miller. The guys talk about the joy of collaboration and how leaving other members of the creative team space to flex their creative muscles leads to the best comics. Daniel tells us how he brought Frank on to do a cover and Todd talks about inking over Frank. Jonathan mentions setting their story in hell and the unique challenges that comes with. It's a great conversation so join us!

Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of August 13, 2025. We get 4 more varieties of Kryptonite, Fire and Ice face their worst fears in hell, Aquaman faces Dagon but it might just be the start of his battle. The emotions have been drained out of the universe and the Lantern Corps turns to unexpected allies for help. We find out who the mysterious figure who is that has been watching the Kents while Momento's full plans stand revealed. Finally in the Elseworlds tale, we find out the true villain of the Krptonian age who is more feared than Lex Luthor. Join us for details on these books and more.

Jace welcomes Collin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing back to the show to chat about Star Trek. The guys start off by looking back on the second act of their Star Trek run specially for the two big events that took place during it, Day of Blood and Lore War. Their is plenty of talk about legacy, emotion and character with Lore and Kahless specifically. Then the discussion pivots to the new era of Star Trek that will be the setting for The Last Starship. A Star Trek story set farther into the future than any Star Trek story has ever explored. It is a darker universe following the catastrophic event known as The Burn, wherein all dilithium has become enert and 96% of Starfleet personal, along with trillions of citizens galaxy-wide, have lost their lives due to this unforeseen occurence. Into the chaos of these events, perhaps the most legendary Starship captain of all time, James T. Kirk, will return. It's a wonderful place for someone who has never read Star Trek to jump on, just as it will excite long-time readers with a tone that Star Trek hasn't explored much in the past. There is incredibly textured art by Adrian Bonilla and to hear Jackson and Collin tell it, he is as passionate about Star Trek as they are, so expect great things artistically. Final Order Cut-Off for The Last Starship is August 18th, so let your comic shop know that you want a copy and be ready when it arrives in shops on September 24th.

Jace is joined by the incredibly talented artist Lewis LaRosa along with Hunter Gorinson and Warren Simons to chat about Lewis's art book, Carbon Based. Lewis is one of the most detailed artists working in comics today and he sacrifices none of his innate sense of storytelling when rendering his linework with such exquisite texture. Join the guys as they chat about Lewis's journey from his earliest work at Marvel to his comeback with Valiant and bringing all that work together in one volume. Lewis also talks about his evolution and how he continues to strive to improve. The book also contains essays from many of the collaborators Lewis has worked with over the years. There is no doubt this is a must-have for any fan of Lewis's work and comics in generall.  

Jace welcomes writer Jim Zub to talk about Conan the barbarian as he begins his third year writing the adventures of Robert E. Howard's classic hero of the Hyborian Age. Jim talks about creating the balance between the classic prose of Howard's stories while still drawing from the classic Bronze Age of Conan stories. Regardless of which era of Conan is your favorite, there is something for everyone here. Jim has been building to the Scourage of the Serpent event for awhiile and Conan is going to be challenged as he never has been before, but that is only the beginning of what what Titan has planned for Conan for the remainder of 2025. We are also getting a fully painted issue #25. Also Jim hints at a brand new villain coming soon, Join us to get caught up on all things Conan.

Jace is joined by George Northy to talk about Yuletide, the upcoming three issue series from Oni set in the fiction town of Christmas. As it's name suggests, the town of Christmas is indeed in love with Christmas, but not all it's residents want to celebrate the holiday. When events lead to the reappearnce of many Yuletide monsters of myth, it is up to the young residents of Christmas to find a way to defeat them and prevent save both their town and the holiday season of Christmas. George chats about the recent announcement of the story being optioned for an animated or live-action feature, finding the voices fo the characters and the incredible art of his collaborator and the series artst, Rachele Aragno.

Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of August 6, 2025. Batgirl fights alongside her newfound brother while Poison Ivy makes a brutal decision possible fueled by the revelation of consequences from a past decision. The Birds of Prey make a final play to free Barda and speaking of final, the outcome of Jon and Jay's relationship is revealed in Secret Six #6. Justice League vs Godzilla vs Kong has next level art and the same all-out action we have come to expect from the series. Meanwhile Resurrection Man has entire past explained so that it all makes sense and it is brilliant storytelling from Ram V. Absolute Superman has an incredible betrayal revealed while the incredible restraint Superman shows is a prime example of what makes him a hero. It's a great week of books so join us for all the details. Plus our rankings of all the books, a run down of what collections are dropping this week and a live opening of Fleer Brilliant Superman cards!

Iron Man and His Awesome Friends - Debuts on Disney Jr. on August 11th and airs on Disney+ the following day. Jace is joined by James Eason-Garcia, co-executive producer and story editor for this new cartoon aimed at a preschool audience. There's plenty there for older fans also. The guys talk about the choice to surround Tony Stark with other heroes who are just as intelligent as him and how they all have a unique look and power. This cartoon origins are somewhat rooted in the successs of Spidey and His Amazing Friends, but it stands all on it's own with endearling versions of familiar characters and their dog Gamma who will steal your heart. Join us to learn more.

Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of June 30, 2025. It's a fifth Tuesday of the month so we get tons of Annuals, a Special and even an anthology. The anthology collects a ton of Superman family stories that are quite diverse in tone and a couple of them have what may the next up and coming artists at DC. The Long Halloween continues with some great art in it's own right and the ending of Gotham City Sirens is very satisfying. The Nightwing Annual gives us the origin of Olivia Pearce and Justice League Dark Tomorrow stars a mysterious time traveler who is working to stop the Omega Energy from destabilizign time. Finally the Titans Annual is an absolute masterclass character piece starrint Donna Troy and a must-read for any DC fan.

Jace is joined by writer Timmy Heague to chat about the most unlikely of crossovers! Archie Andrews is entering the world of Minor Threats. When Sabrina the Teenage Witch hatches a scheme to recover a powerful magical artifact from Twilight City, many of the students from Riverdale High are caught up in her plans. What will happen when Frankie Follis, aka Playtime mistakes Archie and the rest of the Riverdale gang for her new henchmen? Join us as Timmy shares how he joined the project, balancing these two universes which are very different in tone and teases what's to come.

RELEASE DATES -  Murder Podcast - Sept 10, 2025 Voyeur - Sept 17, 2025 No Place - September 2025 Roots of Madness - Oct 1, 2025 Deluge - October 8, 2025 October 29,2025 Arcadia - TBA     Visit the Ignition Press Website Follow Ignition Press on Bluesky Follow Ignition Press on Facebook Follow Ignition Press on Instagram Follow Ignition Press   Jace got a chance to chat with the executive team behind the new publisher Ignition Press. Their motto is " Doing things Differently" and it is clear from their presence at SDCC 2025, creator feedback and the incedible quality of their initial titles that they are living to that adage. Focused on giving creators the time to give their best iteration of stories both narratively and artistically, the launch titles coming throughout the remainder of the year certainly reflect the quality that comes from taking their time. With events at SDCC not just foced on industry insiders, but also the fans, Ignition Press is strving to build an egaged community of readers also. Finally, in addition to the creative timelines which allow them to actively market their books to help retailers, Ignition Press also has several other initiatives to help the direct market as well. Join us to hear about the launch titles and so much more in this chat.

Jace joins Robert Kirkman and David Finch at the press room for Skinbreaker at SDCC 2025. This is a project that is over 7 years in the making. The success Robert has had with other long-term series such as Walking Dead and Invincible has allowed this project to unfold at a slower pace and give David the chance to take his time and put as much detail into the art as he wanted. Plenty of talk about the process, detail and collaboration as well as the decision to release the project as single issues rather than the initial over-sized one-shot originally planned. The creators were a bit cagey about details of the story, but only because they want the story to be discovered by the audience on its own.

Jace sits down with Phillip Kennedy Johnson at SDCC 2025 to chat about his upcoming series, Adventures of Superman: Book of El. A lot of the ideas in the book are going to be a continuation of what we got in Phillips Action Comics run as well as building on the foundations we got in his Future State Superman stories. We will see the return of the Super-Twins Otho & Osul and we will get 2 text pages from the Book of El itself in each issue. Can't wait to see Phillip bring more of his incredible world-building talents to Superman. Also, the guys touch on Phillip's excellent Batman & Robin series which is, in a way, the most personal project Phillip has done. Being the father to a son himself, he is doing an incredible job of exploring the dynamic between Bruce and Damian while still delivering a fantastic story with deep roots into the Wayne family. Plus the Gotham City Irregulars! Can they get a mini-series of their own ASAP? Join us for all the fun.

Jace chats with comic creator Phillip Sevy live from the floor at SDCC 2025 about his current Mad Cave Studios Project with Eliot Rahal, Don't Forget Your Briefcase. A crazy story where the briefcase containing all the nuclear launch codes for the United States is lost. Tons of action in the first issue, a big plot twist at the end and more to come after a great first issue. Phillip chats about his collaboration with Eliot and how his creative process changes based on whether he is writing a story, drawing it or both. Join us for the quick chat and be sure to pick up Don't Forget Your Briefcase!

Jace sits down with writer Mark Waid to talk DC Comics at SDCC 2025. Mark is writing a ton of books for DC currently, too many to cover in their brief chat. The guys do touch on Justice League Unlimited and how it ties into DC KO. Plus Mark reveals just what Mister Terrific and the time-displaced "shadow: heroes will be up to during the event. When it comes to story & collaboration, Batman & Robin Year One is a dream project for Chris Samnee and Mark talks about the importance of bringing emotion to that story. Mark also discusses his love of working in different time periods and having a mix of projects that tie in closely to the overall universe but also having books that stand on their own, such as what he is building in Action Comics as we see Clark and the Kents learn what it means to be Superboy and grow into Superman. Finally the guys finish up talking about Mark's return to The Flash with Christopher Cantwell and how Impulse is living up to his name. There's a ton packed inot this chat so don't miss it.

Jace joins Mad Cave Studios CEO/CCO  Mark London live from their booth on the floor of SDCC 2025 to chat about how the con went, winning an Eisner and continuing to build a community around Mad Cave titles and creators. The guys also give a little peek behind the scenes on how important SDCC is in terms of meeting with creators and building out future projects and plans. Mad Cave is an up and coming studio that has really grown in the past few years, but continues to push and it's clear they won't rest on past success. In short, it's a publisher you should be paying attention to.

Jace welcome Joe Harris back to the show while at SDCC 2025 for a quick chat about Past Time. Henry Hayes is an extremely talented ballplayer with a monsterous secret, but that won't stop his quest to make the big leages. One of the best things about the series is that Henry is neither a hero nor a villain, but at times both and neither. An intriguing tale about dreams and what we will do to accomplish them, even if the choices we make may seem inhuman. Check out our chat with Joe and be sure to pick up the series.

Jace catches up with Jeremy Adams at SDCC 2025 to talk all things Green Lantern and Aquaman. They discuss current events in Green Lantern with all the emotions being shut off and how three artificial beings may be the key to restoring the emotional spectrum. Plus plenty of Kyle Rayner talk about all the fans of the definitive Green Lantern of the 90's. We find out about the cause of Kyle's recent instability, how he can still channel the power of a White Lantern and the "death-blossom" power that comes with it that leaves him very vulnerable if he uses it. Also a ton talk about Aquaman who we know will play a major role in DC KO. Is Aquaman one of the most powerful heroes in the entire DCU? What do you need to know about Aquaman BEFORE you dive into DC KO? Listen in for all the details!

Jace attended the Energon Universe Press Room at SDCC 2025 and presents the coverage in it's entirety. He gets a chance to chat with Joshua Williamson, Sean Mackiewicz, Robert Kirkman and Daniel Warren Johnson. They talk about where the Energon Universe has been and where it's headed. The crossover between toy, cartoon and comic book stories and so much more. Listen in and be sure you dive into the Energon Universe if you haven't already!

Jace chats with writer Christopher Condon at SDCC 2025 about his Oni One-Shot, The Goddamn Tragedy. A brutal western tale drawing inspiration from real-life stories of catastrophe and deprivation such as the Donner Party and classic horror stories like The Shining, the story explores idea of family and trust and what happens when those you should trust the most turn on you and leave you no way out. Plus the guys touch on the difference in writing a One-Shot versus a serialized narrative. Listen in and be sure to pick up The Goddamn Tragedy.