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Since 2012, The Short Box crew has explored a wide spectrum of comics and pop culture topics. Join long time friends: Badr, Ashley, Ed, and Cesar, for entertaining discussions about comic books, interviews with the industry's best creators, and recommendations worthy of your time. Whether you're a comic guru or casual movie fan, welcome to the Short Box Nation! New episodes come out every Wednesday

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    The Short Box: A Comic Book Podcast is a local podcast that delves into all things pop culture and brings comic fans to the forefront. As someone who didn't have much exposure to comics growing up, this podcast has been a stepping stone in my life. They have introduced me to the world of comics outside of movies and provided me with great recommendations for books to read. The banter and jokes among the hosts make me laugh every time, creating a close friend vibe that is hard to find in other pop culture podcasts. I love their artist spotlights and special episodes dedicated to television shows and movies. Overall, The Short Box has become an essential part of my pop culture journey.

    The best aspect of The Short Box: A Comic Book Podcast is the knowledge and enthusiasm that the hosts bring to each episode. They have a deep understanding of comics and are able to provide insightful commentary on various themes, narrative styles, and art within the pages. Their passion for comic culture shines through in every episode, making it a delight to listen to. Additionally, their connection to the local community adds a unique touch and gives listeners a chance to discover hidden gems from Jacksonville.

    One potential downside of The Short Box: A Comic Book Podcast is their use of certain slang words like "yo," "like," "word," and "dope" which can be slightly repetitive at times. While this may not bother some listeners, it can be distracting for those who prefer more formal language. However, this minor flaw does not detract from the overall quality of the podcast.

    In conclusion, The Short Box: A Comic Book Podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in comics, movies, TV shows, gaming, music, and all things nerdy. The chemistry among the hosts is unmatched, creating an entertaining atmosphere that keeps listeners engaged throughout each episode. Their ability to dive deep into various aspects of pop culture while delivering witty commentary sets them apart from other podcasts in the genre. The Short Box is a gem that represents Jacksonville's vibrant nerd and pop culture scene, and I highly recommend giving it a listen.



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    From Comics to Animation and Back Again: An Interview with Greg Weisman about Gargoyles, Young Justice, and Fandom

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 66:49 Transcription Available


    Greg Weisman, the creator and producer of the hit Disney cartoon series: Gargoyles, is on the podcast to talk about his new comic series: Gargoyles: Demona, and shares some details about the upcoming Gargoyles/ Fantastic Four crossover! Greg also shares some stories from working on shows like Young Justice, Gargoyles, and Star Wars: Rebels, and on comics like Star Wars: Kanan and The Spectacular Spider-Men, and explains how he navigates interacting with fandom both online and IRL LINKS: Watch the uncut video version of this episode, here, and subscribe on YouTube for more video content!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! First Coast Comic Con is back this year! Buy your single-day and VIP tickets: HERE! Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT!

    Mail Bag Episode: The Moon Is Following Us, Superman Trailer, and Ranking MCU Phase 5

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 35:14


    Here's something a little different from normal, thanks to our awesome Patronies, we had a fun mail bag episode and talked about everything from the Superman Trailer, Andor season two, new comics, mental health, and MCU's Phase 5 lineup. Also, welcome to our newest Patrons: Dave Wilson, Kyle Conway, and Goncalo Fortes!Part two of this conversation dropping soon on Patreon.com/theshortbox! LINKS: Subscribe to the show on YouTube for uncut video content!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Support the showREACH OUT!

    Invincible Comics Are Back! The Return of Battle Beast with Robert Kirkman and Ryan Ottley

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 25:56 Transcription Available


    Invincible Co-Creators, Robert Kirkman and Ryan Ottley are reunited once again for the brand-new Invincible Universe: Battle Beast series. (The first issue is in comic shops today!) Kirkman and Ottley reflect on the making of Battle Beast, the success of the Invincible animated show, their favorite Image Comic characters and creators, and talk about what fans can expect from this new Invincible comic.LINKS: Watch the uncut video version of this episode, here, and subscribe on YouTube for more video content!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit! We read Fan Mail, send us some! Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT!

    How Radiant Black And The Massive-Verse Are Redefining The Superhero Genre - With Writer Kyle Higgins

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 63:52 Transcription Available


    Comic writer and filmmaker, Kyle Higgins, joins the show to talk about the return of Radiant Black, and it's new Rebuild Arc. Kyle also shares details about the upcoming Radiant Black Audiobook (featuring Rider Strong & Will Friedle!), working with Dan mora on Immortal Legend Batman, hanging out with Kid Cudi, and talks about what's next for the indie superhero shared universe: Massive-Verse. LINKS: Watch the uncut video version of this episode, here, and subscribe on YouTube for more video content!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit! We read Fan Mail, send us some! Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT!

    Get Ready For Free Comic Book Day 2025 with Ben Kingsbury of Gotham City Limit!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 55:22 Transcription Available


    Ben Kingsbury (Gotham City Limit Comic Shop) joins the show to talk about this year's Free Comic Book Day event (taking place Saturday, May 3rd). We discuss how GCL is celebrating the event, the free comics that will be available, the state of the comic book industry, hope for James Gunn's Superman movie, and the best comics to be collecting right now. We also discuss how Diamond Comic's bankruptcy could possibly change the future of FCBD. LINKS: Watch the uncut video version of this episode, here, and subscribe on YouTube for more video content!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit! We read Fan Mail, send us some! Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT!

    From Reveal to DC Comics: Al Letson Talks Reinventing Michael Holt in Mr. Terrific: Year One

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 64:41 Transcription Available


    Al Letson — award-winning journalist, Godzilla: Monarch writer, and Emmy winning host of Reveal — joins the show to talk about his upcoming DC Comics debut: Mr. Terrific: Year One. We dive into the emotional inspiration behind the series, the differences between writing for TV and comics, and how Al is redefining Michael Holt's origin story—just in time for the character's live-action debut in Superman this summer. Order Mister Terrific: Year One at your local comic shop by May 5th to ensure you don't miss out!LINKS: Watch the uncut video version of this episode, here, and subscribe on YouTube for more video content!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT!

    Trailer: The Short Box: A Comic Book Talk Show. A Comic Podcast Like No Other

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 0:38


    The Short Box is the best way to get your weekly dose of comic shop vibes without ever leaving the house! Join your host, Badr Milligan, every Wednesday, for news, reviews, and interviews about comic books and comic culture, and hear exclusive conversations with the top comic creators in the world. Join the Short Box Nation on Patreon.com/theshortbox to listen to bonus episodes and get other exclusive perks!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Support the showREACH OUT!

    How Battle Quest Comics is Shaping All-Ages Adventures – With Publisher Andrew Kafoury

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 56:48 Transcription Available


    Battle Quest Comics Publisher, and writer, Andrew Kafoury stops by the show to talk about navigating Diamond Comics Distribution and the direct market as an indie publisher, creating fantasy/ sci-fi stories for all ages, and teaching morality through comics. He also gives an in-depth look into the Battle Quest line of comics. Check out the titles we talk about, here: https://battlequestcomics.com/comics/ LINKS: Watch the uncut video version of this episode, here, and subscribe on YouTube for more video content!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Visit the shop in Jax, or shop online at gothamcitylimit.comProudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Talking Wall Comics, Marvel & DC Crossover ideas, and Daredevil: Born Again w/ Drew (Patreon Unlocked)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 53:01 Transcription Available


    This episode was originally released last month for our Patrons: Drew and I talked about a new shop in town (Black Cat Comics), buying wall comics, the upcoming Marvel & DC crossover, and we also reviewed the first two episodes of Daredevil: Born Again (SPOILERS!)Listen to our latest bonus episode, talking about the first issue of Hush 2: HERE, Become a Patron of the show and get all the bonus episodes as soon as they drop! Try a FREE 7-day trial, HERELINKS: Watch the uncut video versions of the podcast on YouTube Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Visit the shop in Jax, or shop online at gothamcitylimit.comProudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Tim Seeley talks Red Sonja vs Army of Darkness, Peacemaker, Chicago pizza, and original comic art!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 71:09 Transcription Available


    Writer-slash-artist, Tim Seeley, is on the show this week to talk about his new comic projects, including:  Red Sonja vs Army of Darkness crossover (in shops April 9th) and Peacemaker Presents: The Vigilante / Eagly Double Feature, and his experience teaching art at Columbia College, tips for collecting original comic art (check out Panel Punk Comics Originals), the upcoming Revival television show, finding inspiration from 90s Image Comics, and he shares some of his favorite things to do in Chicago (and the best pizza to try!) LINKS: Watch the uncut video version of this episode, here, and subscribe on YouTube for more video content!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Visit the shop in Jax, or shop online at gothamcitylimit.comProudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Manga Babies: An Interview w/ David Harper about Manga and where to start

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 80:38 Transcription Available


    David Harper (Off Panel, SKTCHD) is back on the show this week to talk all things manga! We discuss how we both got into manga, the manga we're reading, what we've learned about the art form, and explore some key differences and similarities between Manga and Western comics. Artwork by Salva MakotoRead David's articles about manga: Here and hereLINKS: Subscribe on YouTube, and watch the uncut video version of this episode, and other video content!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Visit the shop in Jax, or shop online at gothamcitylimit.comProudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Space Quest: An Interview with Joe Casey about Space Ghost and Jonny Quest, and America Chavez!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 72:47 Transcription Available


    Longtime comic writer, and animation scribe, Joe Casey (Superman, X-Men, Avengers, Wildcats) joins the show this week to talk about his upcoming Space Ghost & Jonny Quest crossover comic: Space Quest (issue one available 4/23!). Joe also recounts how he broke into the comic industry, and talks about the influence of Hanna-Barbera cartoons, the genius of Alex Toth and Dan Wildey. He pays respect to George Lowe (Space Ghost Coast To Coast), reveals how he created America Chavez, and shares some behind-the-scene stories about working with comics' most famous artists! LINKS: Subscribe on YouTube, and watch the uncut video version of this episode and more!Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Daredevil: Born Again - Comic Review Live Show! [Short Box Classic]

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 88:15


    This episode was originally recorded and released in November 2018.The SBX Crew put Frank Miller and David Mazzuchelli's Marvel classic: Daredevil: Born Again, under the microscope in front of a live audience at Coliseum of Comics! Join Badr, Cesar, Ashley, and Ed as they talk about how the comic came to be, Miller & Mazzuchelli's partnership, and explore the story's religious themes and ever lasting relevance. This recording also includes an audience Q&A segment, where audience members got on the mics to wax poetic about this classic Daredevil story!Check out photos from the show: Here (photos by Kory Torjussen)Episode artwork: Ed DansartLINKS: Buy your tickets for Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention, Collective Con 2025! (here)! Join our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HereTake your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit! We read Fan Mail, send us some! Buy your tickets for Collective Con 2025, Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention: HEREProudly sponsored by Collective Con!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Special-Annual-Giant-Sized-Anniversary 450th Episode!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 79:54 Transcription Available


    This is the one you all have been waiting for — the return of Ashley, Cesar, and Ed! The band's back together this week, to celebrate the show's milestone 450th episode. Ashley and Cesar reveal what they've been up to since becoming parents (check out Cesar's band: Peyote Coyote), Ed shares his favorite comics from last year (Final Cut & Dynamite Diva), and we also talk about downsizing and tips for selling comics on FB Marketplace, Jack Kirby, and friends of the show call in to celebrate this milestone with us. Watch the uncut video version of this episode on YouTube!LINKS: Read thousands of FREE digital comics on GlobalComix! Use Promo Code SHORTBOX to save 33% on a year of GlobalComix Gold membership (or click here!)Buy your tickets for Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention, Collective Con 2025! (here)! Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Buy your tickets for Collective Con 2025, Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention: HERE Read thousands of FREE digital comics on GlobalComix! Use Promo Code SHORTBOX to save 33% on a year of GlobalComix Gold membership (or click here!)Proudly sponsored by GlobalComix!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Mailbag Episode - Bad Bunny, Daredevil: Born Again, and Politics in Comics (Patreon Preview)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 44:45


    Here's a preview of last month's Patreon bonus episode: Badr & Drew answer some questions submitted by listeners about the new Bad Bunny album, Daredevil: Born Again, and politic's place in comics…before going off into some interesting tangents about the ideal comic shop experience, playing Marvel Rivals for the first time, and the ultimate mashup that is Bartkira! Check out the full episode, for FREE: Here. And if you like this style of show, there's more where that came from! Become a member of our Patreon Community to get access to extra episodes, free comics, and other perks. Want to try before you buy? Start with a FREE seven-day trial! (here)LINKS: Read thousands of FREE digital comics on GlobalComix! Use Promo Code SHORTBOX to save 33% on a year of GlobalComix Gold membership (or click here!)Buy your tickets for Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention, Collective Con 2025! (here)! Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Buy your tickets for Collective Con 2025, Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention: HERE Read thousands of FREE digital comics on GlobalComix! Use Promo Code SHORTBOX to save 33% on a year of GlobalComix Gold membership (or click here!)Proudly sponsored by GlobalComix!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Watch It In Theaters or Wait For Streaming? Captain America: Brave New World - Movie Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 64:40 Transcription Available


    Is Captain America: Brave New World worth seeing in the theater, or should you wait to watch it on streaming? Chris Hacker (The Oblivion Bar) and Blythe Milligan (Everything is Logistics) join me this week to talk about the good, the bad, and ugly. (SPOILER WARNING!) We also discuss the movie's pre- & post-production drama and reshoots, Harrison Ford as The Red Hulk, standout scenes and moments, the comics to read after this movie, and our favorite trailers and most anticipated movies of 2025.  Watch the uncut video version of this podcast on YouTube!Want to hear bonus episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of exclusive episodes, on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS: Read thousands of FREE digital comics on GlobalComix! Use Promo Code SHORTBOX to save 33% on a year of GlobalComix Gold membership (or click here!)Buy your tickets for Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention, Collective Con 2025! (here)! Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Buy your tickets for Collective Con 2025, Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention: HERE Read thousands of FREE digital comics on GlobalComix! Use Promo Code SHORTBOX to save 33% on a year of GlobalComix Gold membership (or click here!)Proudly sponsored by GlobalComix!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Comic News Recap: Is Marvel Using AI? Will Tariffs change comics?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 62:03 Transcription Available


    Joining the show this week, is the return of Chris Hacker (The Oblivion Bar), and Edmund Dansart! We discuss a trifecta of recent comic news and headlines, including: accusations against Marvel for using AI art in Fantastic Four promo, Massive Publishing's new indie label, the ongoing Diamond Comics DIstribution shakeup, and how potential tariffs could drive up the price of comics and what that means for the industry and our pull lists. Ben Kingsbury also calls in to share his Top Three Comic Picks for February 17th FOC/ March 12th releases: Grommets Skateboard Deck, Assorted Crisis Events, & Dark  Pyramid. Click here to shop Gotham City Limit!Watch the uncut video version of this episode on YouTube! (here)Want to hear bonus episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of exclusive episodes, on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: We read Fan Mail, send us some! Buy your tickets for Collective Con 2025, Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention: HERE Read thousands of FREE digital comics on GlobalComix! Use Promo Code SHORTBOX to save 33% on a year of GlobalComix Gold membership (or click here!)Proudly sponsored by GlobalComix!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Storyboard Time with Jeff Parker! An Interview about Animation, Agents of Atlas, and Studio Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 78:56 Transcription Available


    Jeff Parker, writer of comics such as Agents of Atlas, X-Men First Class, Batman '66, Aquaman, Future Quest, Thunderbolts and Hulk, is on the podcast this week to talk about his extensive career. We get into his time working in animation, drawing storyboards for Big Guy and Rusty The Boy Robot (and Nelly music videos?!), the Portland comic scene, his favorite artists he's ever worked with, and talks about being a part of the country's largest collective of comics creators: Helioscope! Watch the uncut video version of this podcast on YouTube!Want to hear bonus episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of exclusive episodes, on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS: Read thousands of FREE digital comics on GlobalComix! Use Promo Code SHORTBOX to save 33% on a year of GlobalComix Gold membership (or click here!)Buy your tickets for Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention, Collective Con 2025! (here)! Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!MERCH SALE! Get 20% off Short Box merch by using the discount code: “YOO“Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, We read Fan Mail! Send us some Buy your tickets for Collective Con 2025, Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention: HERE Read thousands of FREE digital comics on GlobalComix! Use Promo Code SHORTBOX to save 33% on a year of GlobalComix Gold membership (or click here!)Proudly sponsored by GlobalComix!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Comics Are Dope: An Interview with BJ Kicks about Comic Collecting, Budgeting, and Comics YouTube

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 73:29 Transcription Available


    BJ Kicks, host of Comics Are Dope, joins me this week for an honest conversation about being a comic podcaster, our comic collecting habits, budgeting for comics, representation, and finding community at comic shops, and Ben from Gotham City Limit calls in with his Top 3 Comic Picks for February (Pop Kill, Through Red Windows, and Doctor Strange of Asgard) Watch the uncut video version of this podcast on YouTube!Want to hear bonus episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of exclusive episodes, on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS: Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Buy your tickets for Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention, Collective Con 2025! (here)! MERCH SALE! Get 20% off Short Box merch by using the discount code: “YOO“Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure! We read Fan Mail! Send us some Buy your tickets for Collective Con 2025, Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention: HEREProudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Proudly sponsored by Collective Con!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Wings of Silver, Nerves of Steel: An Interview with Ed Brisson about SilverHawks, Video Games, and Canada

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 66:21 Transcription Available


    Ed Brisson (Iron Fist, Batman, Comeback) is on the show to talk about his new SilverHawks comic series from Dynamite Entertainment. Issue one comes out January 29th, and it's the first SilverHawks anything in nearly 40 yrs! Ed also breaks down his career working as a comic book writer, growing up in Canada, writing for video games, and talks about the potential for a Thundercats and SilverHawks crossover!Watch the uncut video version of this podcast on YouTube!Want to hear bonus episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of exclusive episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS: Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!MERCH SALE! Get 20% off Short Box merch by using the discount code: “YOO“Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure! We read Fan Mail! Send us some Buy your tickets for Collective Con 2025 (here), Northeast Florida's largest pop culture convention!Proudly sponsored by Collective Con!Proudly sponsored by Collective Con!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Short Box Classic: Bill Watterson Artist Spotlight & Calvin Hobbes Retrospective

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 94:41 Transcription Available


    This episode was originally released in January 2023 as Ep. 379. Dust off your favorite Calvin and Hobbes book, and join us for the latest installment of our artist spotlight series! Today, we're analyzing the life and career of one of comic's most private and beloved creators: Bill Watterson. Hear us talk about our first exposure to Calvin & Hobbes, the best strips to read as a new fan, and the origin of Watteron's unique water color art style. And learn about why there's never been any officially licensed Calvin and Hobbes merchandise. Also in this episode, Ben's Top 3 Comic Picks, and our reaction to the Invincible Season 2 trailer! Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube! Want to hear bonus episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of exclusive episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS: Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!MERCH SALE! Get 20% off Short Box merch by using the discount code: “YOO“Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure!We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Comics Going Global! A Chat with GlobalComix CEO: Christopher Carter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 66:53 Transcription Available


    Christopher Carter is the CEO & Founder of GlobalComix, a new digital comic platform and comic reader app that's quickly growing in popularity among comic fans and comic creators around the world. Chris joins me to talk about the future of digital comics, old-school manga fan forums, hot spots around the globe for indie comics, and how GlobalComix is helping creators around the world get paid.Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube!Want to hear bonus episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of exclusive episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS: Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!MERCH SALE! Get 20% off Short Box merch by using the discount code: “YOO“Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure!We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    (Patreon Episode Unlocked) Comic News Recap with Drew: Battle Beast Returns, Godzilla vs Marvel, and One Piece Lookalikes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 61:14


    This week's episode was originally recorded for Patreon, but it's the holidays, so we're sharing it with everyone! Drew and I celebrated another Friday bonus pod by answering fan mail questions and talking about some recent comic news (Invincible S3 trailer, new Battle Beast series, & Godzilla vs Marvel ). We also get into some random tangents about our favorite gangster movies, One Piece character designs, and comic book novels. Want to hear other exclusive episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of unreleased and bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off Short Box merch by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure!We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    The Best Comics of 2024: Early Edition w/ Ben Kingsbury of Gotham City Limit

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 84:42 Transcription Available


    I'm back at Gotham City Limit for Ep. 443, chatting with everyone's favorite comic shop owner, Ben Kingsbury, about what it was like to run a comic shop in 2024. We talked about what's new at the shop, industry trends we want to see stay/ leave in 2025, and got an early head start on awarding the best-selling books, most pulled titles, and best sleeper comics of the year, stand-out creative teams and publishers. We also discussed the comics we're looking forward to in 2025, and Ben also answers questions submitted by listeners!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel (here), to watch the extended video version of this episode!Want to hear exclusive episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of unreleased and bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off Short Box merch by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure!We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Short Box Classic: Green Lantern John Stewart Spotlight

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 99:09


    In honor of the John Stewart statue that was unveiled this month, this week's episode is a re-release of Ep. 338! Revisit our contribution to the 2021 Justice League-themed podcast crossover event: UNITE THE SEVEN, and join us as we explore the creation of John Stewart by comic legend Neal Adams, Stewart's military ties, and how Phil Lamar's monumental portrayal of the character inspired a generation.And don't forget to check out this week's Oblivion Bar podcast to hear Badr on the 2024 Comic Creators Fantasy Draft episode! Want more episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of unreleased and bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS! : MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure!We read Fan Mail! Send us some Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    The Worldwide Walt Tour: Fan Mail, Favorite Back-Up Stories, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 61:21


    Walt stops by the show this week, to join Badr & Drew for a long overdue catch-up session! The SBX OGs read some fan mail, and talk about their favorite back-up stories, the state of Spider-Man comics, favorite Tom King books, the genius of Kieron Gillen, and a new segment is introduced this episode that's dedicated to the reading piles/ stacks everywhere.Want more episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of unreleased and bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS! : MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure!We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    An Interview with Chris Ryall about Syzergy, Marvel History, and The Mighty Marvel Calendar Book

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 80:30 Transcription Available


    Chris Ryall, the former President, Publisher, Chief Creative Officer, and Editor-in-Chief of IDW Publishing, and now co-founder of Syzergy Publishing, is on the show this week to talk about his LONG career in comics, working for Kevin Smith, creating Zombies vs Robots & Syzergy with Ashley Wood, and his new book: The Mighty Marvel Calendar Book (available now!)...and Locke & Key co-creator: Joe Hill, calls into the show!Subscribe and watch the video version of this episode on YouTube! Want more episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of unreleased and bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS! : MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure!We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Talking Astrobots, Transformers, and Marvel UK with writer Simon Furman

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 65:05 Transcription Available


    Calling-in all the way from the UK, is one of the most recognized and celebrated writers of the Transformers and robot-fiction: Simon Furman (Death's Head, Dragon's Claw, Doctor Who). Simon is on the show this week to talk about the release of his latest mech-inspired comic: Astrobots Vol. 1 (available now!), the 40th Anniversary of the Transformers, working at Marvel UK during its peak, and what robot characters can teach us about our own humanity.Subscribe and watch the video version of this episode on YouTube! Want more episodes? Listen to HUNDREDS of unreleased and bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS! : MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure!We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT TO US!

    Patreon Preview: Wedding recap, comics about weddings, and more!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 28:36


    Here's a preview of the latest Patreon bonus episode: Drew and I recap my wedding, list off some wedding-themed comics, and we welcome some new Patrons and read some fan mail! Listen to the rest of this episode, and a TON of other bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! LINKS! : MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure! We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT!

    All-In on Absolute Batman with Scott Snyder

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 82:58 Transcription Available


    Scott Snyder, one of the most celebrated and accomplished Batman writers of all time, joins me this week to talk about his career and how he started writing comics, DC's new All-In Initiative, reinventing Batman for the modern age today, the most important lesson he learned from Stephen King, and what you can expect from Absolute Batman (issue #1 in shops today!) and the Absolute Universe. Subscribe and watch the video version of this episode on YouTube!LINKS! : MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure!We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT!

    An interview with Mr. Lovenstein (J.L. Westover) about webcomics, Kickstarter, and FEELINGS

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 67:18 Transcription Available


    Webcomics superstar, Justin Westover (J.L. Westover) joins the show this week to talk about his new book: Mr. Lovenstein Presents: FEELINGS (in stores everywhere now), the official sequel to 2022's Eisner-nominated OGN: Mr. Lovenstein Presents: Failure. Justin and I talk about making webcomics, tips for running a successful Kickstarter campaign, finding the perfect partnership with Skybound, the power of a Cyanide and Happiness co-sign, and more! Subscribe and watch the video version of this episode on YouTube!LINKS! : Read the J.L. Westover Reddit AMA that I mentioned, hereMERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure!We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT!

    Patreon Preview: Marvel vs Capcom: Fighting Collection Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 40:30


    Here's a preview of the latest Patreon bonus episode! Badr and Drew are celebrating the release of the Marvel vs Capcom: Fighting Collection, by talking about the updates and new features, what the franchise means to longtime comic fans, and the Bengus MvC variant covers coming out later this year. Listen to the rest of this episode, and a ton of other bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!LINKS! : MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Support the showREACH OUT!

    Talking with Tom Scioli! An interview about Godzilla, Jack Kirby, and lasting legacies

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 64:22


    Comic artist, writer, and graphic novelist: Tom Scioli (Transformers vs G.I. Joe, Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of Comics), joins me this week to talk about his new Godzilla comic: Godzilla Monsterpiece Theatre. A comic that pits the King of Monsters against his most unlikely foe yet... American Literature! Issue one is in shops Oct. 23rd, and final-order-cutoff is Sept. 6th, so order now!We also talked about how he broke into comics, his process for making them, Cartoonist Kayfabe, and Jack Kirby's lasting legacyWatch the video version of this episode on YouTube (here)Join the Short Box Patreon Community, and get early access to future episodes, FREE comics and merch, and listen to hundreds of bonus episodes (like this one). Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showGET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Short Box Classic: An Interview with Thomas Tenney about Marvel Force Works, Gene Colan, and Creepshow

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 58:30 Transcription Available


    Veteran comic artist: Thomas Tenney (Marvel, DC, Creepshow) needs our help! Thomas and his family are at risk of homelessness, and he's relying on family and friends for help. A GoFundMe page has been created to help Thomas at this link: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-artist-tom-tenney-and-family. Please, consider donating if you can. In honor of Thomas Tenney, this week's episodes is a Short Box Classic! Let's take it back to March 2020, and revisit an interview with the celebrated comic artist: Thomas Tenney, co-creator of Marvel's Force Works. Tenney is an open book as he recalls stories from his extensive career, being mentored by the late great Gene Colan, drawing for AC/DC, working on Shudder's Creepshow, and the important lessons he's learned along the way! Get early access to future episodes, comics and merch, and listen to hundreds of bonus episodes (like the latest one), over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Catching-up with Chris Pt. 1: The Olympics for comics, Collector talk, and September 2024 comic picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 71:43 Transcription Available


    Chris Hacker (The Oblivion Bar) joins me this week for Ep. 436 to catch up on life, podcasting, the Olympics (and what an Olympics for comic collectors would look like), and the hurdles of buying original comic art. We also look ahead to September's previews, and with Ben's help, pick three of the must-buy comics!Watch the unedited/ extended video version of this episode on YouTube!Want to know what it was like attending SDCC this year, and how the Eisner Awards went? Listen to part two of this episode on Patreon, and hear Chris recap the big moments from his SDCC trip. Ben's Top 3 Comic Books for September 2024:Spirit of Vengeance #1 Star Wars: Darth Vader #50 Venom Lethal Protector #1 Get early access to future episodes, and listen to hundreds of exclusive bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Short Box Classic: Game of Thrones Interviews with Tom Wlaschiha, Luke Barnes, and Richard Brake

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 38:23 Transcription Available


    To celebrate the end of House of The Dragon S2, let's take a trip back through time to Collective Con 2019, and revisit a trio of interviews with past Game of Thrones actors and stars, including Tom Wlaschiha (Jaqen H'ghar, 06:53), Luke Barnes (Rast, 12:53), and the OG Night King: Richard Brake (19:34)! Enjoy the blast from the past, and come back next week for more! Get early access to future episodes, and listen to hundreds of exclusive bonus episodes (like this one), over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Patreon Preview: Deadpool & Wolverine Movie Review

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 22:32 Transcription Available


    Here's a preview of our latest Patreon bonus episode! Badr and Drew talk about Deadpool & Wolverine, and discuss their reaction to the movie, favorite cameos, and thoughts on where the MCU goes from here Listen to the rest of this episode, and a TON of other bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    The Best Comics of 2024 (So Far): A Mid-Year Check-In with Ben Kingsbury of Gotham City Limit Comic Shop

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 77:40 Transcription Available


    This episode (Ep.435) was recorded at Gotham City Limit comic shop with Ben Kingsbury (the owner!). Ben and Badr chop it up about their predictions for SDCC 2024, and discuss Marvel's big events (Blood Hunt & The Ultimate Universe) vs DC's big events (Absolute Universe & All-In initiative). They also talk about what it takes to run a successful comic shop, the oversaturation of variant covers in the market, and lessons learned from being a shop owner. Ben also shares his favorite comics of the year, sleeper titles of 2024, and what new comics coming out later this year that he's most excited about. There's A LOT of recommendations being shared in this episode, so have a notepad ready — It's a good one! Watch the unedited and extended video version of this episode on YouTube! Get early access to future episodes, and listen to hundreds of exclusive bonus episodes (like this one), over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, hereWe read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    An interview with Kelly Thompson about the Powerpuff Girls, Eisner Awards, and Scarlett vs Black Widow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 81:08 Transcription Available


    Powerpuff Girls is making its return to comics with a brand-new series from Dynamite Entertainment (issue one in shops now!), and Eisner-award winning writer: Kelly Thompson (Birds of Prey, Scarlett, Black Widow) is writing it!. Kelly joins Badr in Ep. 434 for a conversation about sugar, spice, and everything that's nice, and talks about what fans can expect from her iteration of Cartoon Network's titanic trio. She also shares her thoughts on leading the 2024 Eisner Award nominations, recaps how a tenacious email to Kelly Sue DeConnick got her foot in the door, dishes out writing advice, and explains who would win in a battle between super-spies: Scarlett O' Hara and Black Widow! Watch the uncut video version of this episode, HERE! Get early access to future episodes, and listen to hundreds of exclusive bonus episodes (like this one), over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here We read Fan Mail! Send us some The Podcast Inside Your HouseWeird Horror. Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifyProudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Live from DCAZ 2024: An Interview with Nate Powell about Graphic Novels, John Lewis, and Fall Through

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 61:45 Transcription Available


    This episode was recorded LIVE at this year's Duval Comic & Zine Fest. Badr sat down with award-winning cartoonist: Nate Powell, to talk about several of his highly acclaimed graphic novels like March, Fall Through, and Lies My Teacher Told Me. Nate also shares what it was like working with civil-rights icon: John Lewis, his creative process, and answers a few questions from the audience!Get early access to future episodes, and listen to hundreds of exclusive bonus episodes (like this one), over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    An Interview with Tony Fleecs about Army of Darkness, Local Man, and Bronies?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 80:57 Transcription Available


    Tony Fleecs (Stray Dogs, My Little Pony, In My Lifetime) is an Eisner & Harvey award nominated writer and artist, who is currently writing FOUR different monthly titles, including: Feral & Local Man (Image Comics), Uncanny Valley (Boom Studios), and he's also the writer of Army of Darkness Forever on Dynamite Entertainment (order issue 11 here). Tony joins Badr for an in-depth conversation about finding success on My Little Pony comics, Bronie culture, picking up where Army of Darkness left off, channeling 90's Image Comics through Local Man (with Tim Seely), the inspiration behind Stray Dog's horror movie covers, the comics he's currently collecting, and names the creators on his Comic Mt. Rushmore! Watch the uncut video version of this episode, HERE!Get early access to future episodes, and listen to hundreds of exclusive bonus episodes (like this one), over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here! SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    SHORT BOX CLASSIC: Swamp Thing vs Batman, Alan Moore Spotlight, & DCU Updates

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 25, 2024 96:09


    This episode was originally released in November 2020 as Ep. 304. Ashley selects Swamp Thing issues #52-#53, from the 1982 Swamp Thing comic series, by Alan Moore, Rick Veitch, and John Totleben, for dissection this week!  It's a tale of mayhem as Swamp Thing heads to Gotham City in search of his spouse, Abby, who is on the run for crimes against nature. The Swamp Thing crosses paths with Batman once again in an all-out battle for Gotham City and Abby! After that, we discuss JLA's Snyder Cut, updates on the HBO Max Green Lantern series & Wonder Woman 1984, and get to champion some of our favorite reads!Get early access to future episodes, and listen to hundreds of exclusive bonus episodes (like this one), over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, hereWe read Fan Mail! Send us some Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    It's Dekal, Son! An Interview with Jeff Dekal about Art and Meeting Your Opportunities

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 60:40 Transcription Available


    Jeff Dekal is a freelance illustrator and one of the most prominent cover artists working in comics. His art has been used on books for AWA, Marvel, DC, Image, BOOM!, and Heavy Metal. Jeff is on the podcast to talk about his art journey and the years of preparation that led him to his big break. He also details his work process, current and upcoming projects, favorite covers, how he finds inspiration and his artistic influences, traveling to comic cons and meeting fans in other countries, and shares his favorite art trades of all time!Watch the uncut video version of this episode, HERE!Get early access to future episodes, and listen to hundreds of exclusive bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, hereWe read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Frank Miller: American Genius: Reaction & Review!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 68:28 Transcription Available


    Badr & Chris Hacker (The Oblivion Bar) both attended the premiere of the Frank Miller: American Genius movie, and hopped on the mics right after for a free-flowing conversation and retrospective about the film, Frank Miller's career, Dark Knight Returns, and the impact his work has had on their lives. Watch the video version of this episode, HERE!Get early access to future episodes, and listen to hundreds of exclusive bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, hereWe read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Patreon Preview: Jodorowsky's Dune, Moebius & Miyazaki, and X-Men '97

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 17:51


    Here's a preview of our latest Patreon bonus episode, with Badr and Cesar! The two friends have a free flowing conversation and catch up on life, and talk about Moebius and Miyazaki's 2004 art exhibit, Jodorowsky's unreleased Dune concept art, X-Men '97, and more! Listen to the rest of this episode, and a TON of other bonus episodes, over on our Patreon Channel. Try a FREE seven-day membership: Here!Click here for the Miyazaki & Moebius exhibition catalogue we talked about in this episode SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    The Future of Digital Comics: An Interview with Omnibus CEO: Travis Schmeisser

    Play Episode Play 55 sec Highlight Listen Later May 29, 2024 81:13 Transcription Available


    This episode was recorded back in March, so there's been a lot of new updates and features from Omnibus since then, including the launch of their iPhone & iPad and Android apps!Travis Schmeisser, the CEO and Founder of Omnibus, a modern digital comic book store and reader carrying your favorite publishers and creators, joins Badr for Ep. 429, to talk about digital comics, the fall of Comixology, and why an app like Omnibus has been a long time coming.  Watch the video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel (here)Listen to this week's exclusive bonus episode, and get early-access to weekly shows, and over one hundred hours of extra episodes on our Patreon channel!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Turtle Power! An Interview with Jason Aaron About TMNT and Creative Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 83:27


    Highly acclaimed comic writer, Jason Aaron, joins Badr and Cesar for Ep. 428 to talk about his upcoming and highly anticipated run on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles! (which begins in Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Alpha #1, on sale June 5). Jason provides an insightful retrospective on his career, and also talks about the new creative freedom he's enjoying after being Marvel-exclusive, the incredible artists he's working with on the new TMNT run, the comics he's reading, and he answers one of the weirdest TMNT questions he's ever been asked before!Watch the video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel (here)Listen to this week's exclusive bonus episode, and get early-access to weekly shows, and over one hundred hours of extra episodes on our Patreon channel!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Meet Your Doom! An Interview with Sanford Greene about Dr. Doom, MF DOOM, and Bitter Root

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 73:38 Transcription Available


    Sanford Greene joins the show to talk about his new Marvel comic: Doom #1, a passion project and love letter to Marvel's top super villain and monarch. Sanford also talks about the comic scene in the Carolinas, his early career, MF DOOM, co-writing with Jonathan Hickman, and what makes Dr. Doom one of the best characters of all time. He also gives an update on the return of Bitter Root!Watch the video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel (Here)Listen to this week's exclusive bonus episode, and get early-access to weekly shows before anyone else, and over one hundred hours of extra episodes on our Patreon channel!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Live from C2E2 2024: A Comic Podcast Crossover Live Show! The Short Box meets First Issue Club meets The Oblivion Bar

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 61:18 Transcription Available


    This episode was recorded LIVE from C2E2 2024, where The Short Box and The Oblivion Bar and First Issue Club recorded a LIVE podcast crossover episode celebrating the best comics of the year (so far). We also talked about creators on the rise, and what makes for a good first issue, and the best ways to get new people into comics. Watch the video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel (Here)Listen to this week's exclusive bonus episode, and get early-access to weekly shows before anyone else, and over one hundred hours of extra content on our Patreon channel!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    FCBD 2024: Live From Gotham City Limit Comic Shop!

    Play Episode Play 60 sec Highlight Listen Later May 5, 2024 45:33


    Join Badr for ten short interviews recorded at Gotham City Limit on Free Comic Book Day 2024. Meet the fans and the staff who were there, learn about the Jax comic scene, and hear what comics brought everyone out, and what titles everyone recommends as can't miss-reading!INTERVIEWS IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE:Jonathan Sanders aka "Friendly Neighborhood Jonathan"Bryan Cody: Co-Founder of Shattermare Comics - 05:13Ben Kingsbury: Owner of Gotham City Limit - 11:28Ron - 17:46Spencer - 20:33James & Bert - 22:09Santana - 24:51Penn - 27:19Drew - 29:54Thony Auippy: Clusterfux Comix: Tribute to Adult Swim and Duval Comic & Zine Fest 2024 - 33:51Chloe aka Gotham's newest employee! - 39:28Listen to this week's special bonus episode, and enjoy early-access to weekly episodes before anyone else, and over one hundred hours of exclusive content on our Patreon channel!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressure We read Fan Mail! Send us some Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

    Get Ready For Free Comic Book Day 2024 with Ashton Greenwood, the Duchess Of FCBD

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 51:33 Transcription Available


    Ashton Greenwood is the official spokesperson of Free Comic Book Day, as well as a host on the PREVIEWSWORLD YouTube Channel, and a regular contributor to the PREVIEWS magazine. She joins Badr for Ep. 425 to talk about what goes into making FCBD happen every year, the FREE comics for up-for-grabs this year, and how to navigate Free Comic Book Day in style!Check out this year's Free Comic Book Day titles hereWatch the video version of this episode on YouTubeListen to this week's special bonus episode, and enjoy early-access to weekly episodes before anyone else, and over one hundred hours of exclusive content on our Patreon channel!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Get 20% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit, by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try out a free 7-day trial, here. No pressureProudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the Show.GET IN TOUCH WITH US!

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