Podcasts about Image Comics

This month's recent comic book reads episode spans major new #1 issues, British and European comics, manga, Kickstarter projects, and plenty of comic book discussion touching on publishers including DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Image Comics, Ignition Press, Tiny Onion, Bad Idea, Magnetic Press, Rebellion, and more. Leading this month's Top of the Stack is one of the year's biggest new launches, Absolute Green Arrow. Our discussion also dives into several other new releases, including Odin, Showdown, Inwards, The Spectacular Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and the newest DC Next Level book, Barbara Gordon: Breakout. We also discuss Megalith, Shin Zero, Judge Dredd, 2000 AD, Captain America vs. Aliens, Fantastic Four, Mujina Into the Deep, and much more! You can follow us on Instagram, Threads, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Bluesky, & X https://linktr.ee/comicsdiscourse114 Also, please leave us a 5-star review at your favorite podcast platforms.

It's a rare two-hander this week, folks! Aaron and Bob are holding down the fort while Joey earns his first Father of the Year Award, John transforms into a human car, and Steve is busy talking to Elijah Wood! What will Aaron and Bob discuss? You'll need to listen to find out! I bet it's comics! The discussion dolls into the complexities of comic book sales tracking, the impact of speculation on the market and a passionate discussion on the enduring importance of engaging storytelling and fostering new generations of readers. We also discussed our memorial Day weekend movie viewing recommendations, particularly how Bob chose patriotism while Aaron chose violence. Comic Books: World's Finest #51, Sorcerer Supreme #6, Batwoman #3, Murder Book OGN, Fantastic Four #11, Destination Kill #1 Other Stuff: Headshot (movie), Triple Threat (movie) The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (talkingcomicbooks.wordpress.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, John Burkle, and Bronwyn Kelly-Seigh, who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast, and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.

In addition to discussing the new comics that are out this week, Doc and Friar have a pair of all-time Image Comics titles to break down.

Image Comics has been on a hot streak lately, so we're tackle some of the publisher's newest releases, along with a couple books that recently wrapped up their runs. We discuss recent Image titles including D'Orc, She-Spawn, White Sky, If Destruction Be Our Lot, The Royals, Narco, Red Roots, Fireborn, Lost Fantasy, plus final issue discussions for I Hate Fairyland and Sacrificers. Which of these new Image books do we think are worth adding to your pull list? We break down the hits, surprises, and books we'll be watching closely. You can follow us on Instagram, Threads, YouTube, TikTok, Facebook, Bluesky, & X https://linktr.ee/comicsdiscourse114 Also, please leave us a 5-star review at your favorite podcast platforms.  

NYT Bestselling comic writer and world builder, Joshua Williamson (DC K.O., Superman, The Flash,) joins me for a conversation reflecting on how he broke into comics, and going from indie creator superstar (Nailbiter, Birthright) to becoming one of the modern architects of DC Comics. We also talk about juggling an ambitious workload on current runs like G.I. Joe, Iron Man, and SupermanWatch the uncut video version of this episode on YouTubeLINKS: Get access to COVRPRICE for $1: HERETake your comic shopping experience to the limit by shopping online at Gotham City LimitJoin our Patreon Community, and get access to bonus episodes, free comics, and other rewards! Try a FREE 7-day trial: HEREThe Schiller Kessler GroupClick here to text us Fan Mail! Presented by CovrPriceProudly sponsored by Gotham City LimitDisclaimer: 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 AND FOLLOW FOR MORE

Marvel has had a seismic shakeup in its staff. The Eisner Awards have rescinded a nomination for a book featuring AI. Sean Gordon Murphy launches The Last Driver for Image Comics.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today Ernie and Robo talk about Punisher: One Last Kill.Find me at LoreCon this September 26th & 27: https://loreconvention.com/

Today Ernie and Robo talk about the recent Marvel Studios layoffs.

Today Ernie and Robo talk about the Invincible Season 4 Finale.

From redefining comic book storytelling with “Spawn” to revolutionizing the toy industry, Todd McFarlane's creative journey is nothing short of legendary. In this episode, Todd shares the incredible story of how he built a global empire by breaking industry rules and trusting his vision. Todd dives into the challenges he faced while disrupting both the comic and toy industries, the lessons he learned as an entrepreneur, and the passion that drives his storytelling. He also opens up about the importance of perseverance, staying true to your creative instincts, and the mindset required to succeed in any venture. In this episode, Darius and Todd will discuss: (00:00) Introduction to Todd McFarlane (02:04) Todd's Journey into Comic Books (08:03) The Birth of Image Comics (14:24) Challenges of Starting a New Venture (19:50) Reflections on Success and Independence (21:48) The Bold Move: Leaving Marvel for Independence (27:34) The Rise of Image Comics and Spawn (33:12) Navigating the Competitive Landscape of Art (39:21) The Impact of AI on the Creative Industry (44:49) The Power of Focus and Longevity (49:39) Navigating the Giants: Finding Your Niche (52:13) The Importance of Personality in Entrepreneurship (57:04) Embracing Fearlessness and Authenticity (1:01:03) Advocating for Yourself and Taking Risks Todd McFarlane is a Canadian comic book creator and entrepreneur best known for his work on “The Amazing Spider-Man” and as the creator of “Spawn.” A co-founder and President of Image Comics, he revolutionized the industry by championing creator-owned properties. Todd's “Spawn” debuted in 1992, selling a record 1.7 million copies and cementing his legacy as a visionary in comics and entertainment. Connect with Todd: Website: https://mcfarlane.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/liketoddmcfarlane/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/toddmcfarlane/ Connect with Darius: Website: https://therealdarius.com/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dariusmirshahzadeh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imthedarius/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Thegreatnessmachine  Book: The Core Value Equation https://www.amazon.com/Core-Value-Equation-Framework-Limitless/dp/1544506708 Write a review for The Greatness Machine using this link: https://ratethispodcast.com/spreadinggreatness.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Denna kortvecka har Mats letat sig ut till vår så kallade Studio 2 ute i Tyresö för att podda tillsammans med och hemma hos DupoKjellin!  När Jonas är på Italien-semester spelas det in hemmapodd och efter att ha vadat igenom senaste veckans nyheter i nördarnas underbara värld berättar Mats om tre stycken mys-spel av olika kvalitet! Heminrednings-städ-simulatorn Hozy får fina rekommendationer, vilket dock inte kan sägas om spelet Outbound som skapade mer besvikelse och missnöje, medan spelet Motorslice hamnar någonstans mittemellan. Därefter kan Vanne inte låta bli att snacka lite Arc Raiders med Mats som får sig en liten uppdatering i spelet de båda älskar att hata att älska. Sedan prisar Peter såväl säsong 4 av Invincible som Maul: Shadow Lord, varav båda animerade verk får sälar så det skriker om det. Dessutom hyllar Mats det lilla mellanavsnittet "Gary" utav serien The Bear som dök upp nästan från ingenstans i väntan på den sista femte säsongen som kommer i sommar. Slutligen ger Kjellin ett comicstips i vakumet av Invincible i form av (också) Image Comics-utgivna Radiant Black, samt svarar på ett lyssnarmail (i Toves frånvaro, modigt) med en handfull Wolverine-comics-tips i väntan på Insomniac-spelet som släpps i höst. Dessa är: - Wolverine  #1-3 (1988) av Chris Claremont & John Buscema (med Madripoor, Patch mm.) - Marvel Comics Presents #72-84 (1991) av Barry Windsor-Smith (med Weapon X) - X-Men #4-7 (1991) av John Byrne & Jim Lee (med Team X, Omega Red, The Hand mm.) - Wolverine: Enemy of the State vol.3 #20-24 (2024) av Mark Millar & JRJr. (med the Hand mm.) Sen måste Mats åka och jobba på riktigt! Tack & Förlåt! Puss Hej!

After a really bad knock-knock joke, that hopefully makes sense later, the Campus Comics Cast team dives into the May pre-orders! Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:12 Intro 00:01:15 Gerry Conway Passing 00:07:50 Listener Feedback 00:10:55 Next Phase catalog start 00:27:55 DC 00:52:18 Image 01:21:34 Panels catalog start 01:24:07 Panels Highlights 01:10:04 Marvel 01:36:50 Comic Sales Numbers ICV2 01:44:56 Next Episode 01:45:34 Outros 01:46:12 Stingers What pre-order picks are worth your attention right now? If you follow comics for the stories, creators, and what's coming next, this episode zeroes in on pre-order picks so you can spot the titles and ideas most worth putting on your radar before they hit shelves. A closer look at pre-order recommendations. Discussion on the passing of Gerry Conway. A better sense of what to order now so you do not miss the strongest releases. Play the episode now to get the Campus Comics Cast's pre-order picks and make smarter decisions before the books arrive.

L'émission Front Page est une revue d'actualité qui s'intéresse à tout ce qui touche le monde de la bande dessinée américaine (comics) du côté des Etats-Unis comme de la France, ainsi qu'à ses adaptations tous médias confondus. Le podcast est une série régulière chez First Print et revient au rythme de trois épisodes par mois, hors contenus spéciaux. Ce Front Page est le premier podcast consacré à l'actualité comics du mois de mai 2026.REJOIGNEZ NOUS SUR DISCORD !!Le podcast est sponsorisé par Pulps et on vous propose un "Focus Pulps" chaque mois ! Découvrez une sélection de comics VO à prix de lancement !Le Focus Pulp's de mai 2026 : Clayface : Celebrity Dirt / Vampyrates / Starhenge Book TwoLe ProgrammeCOMICS - 03:20Il y a des planches de André Lima Araujo chez Achetez de l'Art Bordeaux !Une ultime campagne pour Love & Rockets chez Komics InitiativeSébastien Gnaedig est le nouveau directeur édito' de DelcourtVampirella et Witchblade se font un double crossover chez Dynamite et Top CowHammerfist, nouvelle création de Rick Remender et Steve Epting Gastronomique : horreur et érotisme en France chez Boom! StudiosThe Last Driver arrive aussi chez Image Comics en août 2026Mary Jane fête ses 60 ans avec un one-shot !Kevin Smith rempile chez Marvel avec Spider-Man/Hulk : Fire and BrimstoneMarvel annonce Midnight : un vertigo-absolute like ?Kingdom of Zod, le prochain Super-crossover à venir chez DC ?TV - 1:05:00My Adventures with Superman renouvelée pour une S3Sex Criminals : Imogen Poots et John Reynolds signent les rôles principaux de la sérieCINEMA - 1:16:55Greg Mottola pour réaliser le film Deathstroke et Bane ?Matthew Lillard rejoint Man of TomorrowSoutenez First Print - Podcast Comics de Référence sur TipeeeHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

On this week's AIPT Comics Podcast, we're joined by writer Rob Williams to talk all about Hidden Springs, his wild new series that blends retired Hollywood legends, a baby kaiju, and a desperate race against the military. It's a fun, heartfelt conversation about building flawed characters, mixing comedy with tragedy, and why stories about second chances hit harder when everything's on the line. Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you can sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Marvel teases a terrifying new universe with ‘Midnight' as the Ultimate Universe ends Marvel reveals August 2026 ‘Queen in Black' covers as Al Ewing teases massive event scope Kevin Smith brings Spider-Man and Hulk together for a wild exorcism story Mary Jane gets 60th anniversary special one-shot for August 2026 Thor is gone and Marvel is celebrating issue #800 with a very different hero Rick Remender and Steve Epting's ‘Hammerfist' starts turning heads after teaser drop ‘Assorted Crisis Events' #8 gets Javier Pulido third printing cover 'Bug Wars' returns with 'The Coming of the Wardoom' in August 2026 Stjepan Šejić returns with 'Death Vigil' #1 from Image Comics and Top Cow this August DC's Super-Family faces Zod in massive new crossover ‘Kingdom of Zod' 'Witchblade/Vampirella' kicks off swap crossover similar to 'Superman/Spider-Man' Our Top Books of the Week: Dave: Fantastic Four #10 (Ryan North, Humberto Ramos) Estuary #2 (David Andry & Tim Daniel, Maan House) Chris:​​ Royals #2 (Derek Kirk Kim, Jacob Perez) Daredevil #2 (Stephanie Phillips, Lee Garbett) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Chris: MegaGhost Volume 2 #2 (Gabe Soria and Gideon Kendall) Dave: Absolute Superman #19 (Rafa Sandoval) Fantastic Four #10 (Ryan North, Humberto Ramos) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Chris: Destination Kill #1 (Joe Palmer) Dave: Innards #1 (Rob Guillory and Sam Lotfi) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Absolute Batman #20 (Skottie Young) Chris: Bleeding Hearts #4 (Juni Ba Variant) Interview: Robbie Williams - Hidden Springs - Rend and Tear and Tooth and Claw - Feature film Game 1. Hidden Springs has such a wonderfully strange premise: retired Hollywood legends protecting a baby kaiju. Where did the initial spark for this story come from, and when did you realize this was the right mix of heart, comedy, and monster chaos? 2. The cast of characters is incredibly eclectic, from a rocker reminiscent of Ozzy Osbourne to a classic Hollywood beauty, a trailblazing female director, a stand-up comedian, and a career TV star. How did you approach building such different personalities and making them feel like a believable found family? 3. Nil Vendrell Pallach is handling the art. What did Nil bring to the project visually that made them the perfect collaborator for a story that moves between comedy, nostalgia, and kaiju action? 4. There's something inherently funny about ageing celebrities being the only ones capable of protecting a world-ending monster. What interested you about pairing the idea of aging, fading fame, and second chances with something as huge and destructive as a kaiju? 5. With all these Hollywood types, I was reminded of Caccoon, about a group of old folks who encounter an alien eggs that give them youth, with your new series on the way do you think this the old person encountering sci-fi elements is an underused corner of fiction? 6. What made dark horse the right publisher for this? 7. You've written everything from Judge Dredd to Petrol Head. Where does Hidden Springs sit for you creatively? Does it tap into a different storytelling muscle compared to your other work? 8. (Fun question) Your heroes include a rocker, a comedian, a movie star, and a legendary beauty escorting a baby kaiju across the countryside. If you had to add one more retired celebrity archetype to the team, who would it be and what ridiculous skill would they bring to the kaiju babysitting mission?

Welcome to Four Records! Each episode, we feature one guest as they go over four records at four different times in their life. This week, Forrest speaks with Matthew Rosenberg, the creator of the comics like What's The Furthest Place From Here, We're Taking Everyone Down With Us, and his newest book If Destruction Be Out Lot. Starting in June, Matt will be taking over writing duties on Spawn and King Spawn for Image Comics.    Matthew Rosenberg's Four Records:   0-10: Simon and Garfunkel - Bridge Over Troubled Water  Teenage: Faith No More - King For A Day, Fool For A Lifetime Twenties: Avail - Over The James Recent Record: Skinhead - Everything Was Beautiful, and Nothing Hurt    Listen on Podbean Listen on YouTube Listen on Spotify LIsten on Apple Podcasts Listen on Amazon Music Listen on iHeartRadio   Follow us on Instagram Email: fourrecordspodcast@gmail.com www.DyingScene.com   Opening song: Rad Skulls – Loud as Shit   Closing song: Lucas Perea – Underneath Ashes

Today on the GateCrashers podcast we have the pleasure of being joined by writer Tate Brombal, known for his extensive collaborations with James Tynion IV on his Slaughterverse books, including the just launched Fall of the House of Slaughter and Image Comics' Everything Dead & Dying. Over the last couple years, he has made a name for himself as a rising star at DC Comics, first with Elseworlds's title Green Lantern Dark and an ongoing run on Batgirl starring Cassandra Cain, #19 having just been released this week. Along with this, Brombal has recently taken over New Titans, delivering a much-needed fresh take on the beloved DC team. We chat about all this and more in our interview that you can listen to right now! For more info on all of Tate Brombal's books, check out our reviews and solicit texts for all his first issues mentioned above here: Fall of the House of Slaughter by Tate Brombal, James Tynion IV, Werther Dell'Edera, Adriano Turtulici, and Tom Napolitano. As the House of Slaughter's ailing Old Dragon enters his final days, Cecilia Slaughter and the other Heads gather to determine his successor. Deadly ambitions begin to take shape as the House and the Order prepare for a new legacy to begin — and the conflict will no doubt be lethal in this all-new miniseries set in the world of Something is Killing the Children! Can the House of Slaughter survive a new Dragon coming into power?  New Titans by Tate Brombal, Sami Basri, Adriano Lucas, and Tom Napolitano. WHO ARE THE NEW TITANS? After helping save the world from yet another world-ending event, the Titans have earned some much-deserved rest. Back in Titans Tower, they're glad to be reunited again... But it almost feels too good to be true. Are these Titans who they claim to be? And if they can't trust each other... can they even trust themselves? Tate Brombal and Sami Basri kick off a brand-new era for the next generation of superheroes! Everything Dead & Dying by Tate Brombal, Jacob Phillips, Pip Martin, and Aditya Bidikar. Everything Dead & Dying follows Jack Chandler, the sole survivor of the zombie apocalypse hunkered down in his rural farming community. But rather than eliminate them, Jack has chosen to continue living alongside the undead — including the husband and adopted daughter he fought so hard to have. But when his town is discovered by outsiders, Jack suddenly becomes the one thing standing in the way of those who hope to kill his family for good. Batgirl by Tate Brombal, Takeshi Miyazawa, Mike Spicer, and Tom Napolitano. Hold on to your seats, clutch your pearls, and rejoice in celebration because Cassandra Cain is taking center stage in her first solo Batgirl series in nearly two decades! When a deadly group of assassins shows up to kill Cassandra, Lady Shiva comes to the rescue, and they must put their complicated past aside and work together as mother and daughter to ensure they make it out alive. Unfortunately, things are never as easy as they seem, and Cass must embark on a jaw-dropping, martial-arts filled adventure in her quest for truth and justice... and revenge?! It's a Batgirl book like never before, so join us as we dive into the psyche of one of Gotham's deadliest fighters, while exploring her deep and complex relationship with her mother. Green Lantern Dark by Tate Brombal, Werther Dell'Edera, Giovanna Niro, and Tom Napolitano. On a post-apocalyptic Earth overrun by monsters, the battle between good and evil ended long ago — and evil won. Now darkness prevails as humanity struggles to survive in the corrupted wasteland that remains. Only one hero is said to haunt what's left of our shadowed cities, the one who wields the mystical green flame that could return light to a dark world--The Green Lantern. But she's been missing for years, and on the isolated island of New England, Solomon Grundy's undead army only grows larger and more powerful every night... Celebrated horror artist of smash hit Something is Killing the Children Werther Dell'Edera teams with rising-star writer Tate Brombal (House of Slaughter) to bring you a chilling tale of desperation, hope, and resurrection from the bitter remains of the fan-favorite Tangent Universe!  

Derek Kirk Kim and Jacob Perez join Jace to talk about Royals #1-2 from Image Comics. The conversation covers the series' crime noir setup, the telepathic connection between twin brothers Paul and Castor, the poker tension that kicks the story into motion, and how the book quickly escalates beyond its opening premise. Derek and Jacob also discuss how the series came together, Jacob's transition into sequential comics, the visual energy of the book, the Seoul setting, lettering, thought balloons, color choices, the response to issue #1 selling out, the second printing, and why Royals feels so cinematic on the page. Follow The Comic Source on all social media with our Linktree - https://linktr.ee/thecomicsource

This fortnight, another all-superhero special, as we cover the fourth season of Invincible (13:27) and the epic Alivens Vs Avengers crossover comic (27:46). Plus bonus chat about Golden Rage from Image Comics, and Alastair's Studio Ghibli retrospective continues with Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind.

Well, this is a surprise. Todd McFarlane returns to the podcast to discuss why he's suddenly switching up the creative rosters on several Spawn universe titles. Starting with issue 376, friend of the show Matthew Rosenberg will script alongside artist Stephen Segovia. Roseberg will also serve as writer on the sibling series, King Spawn, with Thomas Nachlik on art. In Gunslinger Spawn #54, writer Erica Schultz joins returning artist Carlo Barberi. And starting today, She-Spawn #1 launches with Gail Simone as writer and Ig Guara as artist. He's said it before, and he states it emphatically on this week's show: Todd McFarlane sees Spawn as his creative child, and as all parents want for their kids, Todd hopes to see him live long after he's gone. To secure that reality, he needs to let go of the reins. So, today, he's reflecting on his favorite comics and how regime changes propelled those books into legend. Before all that, however, we banter back and forth about this past weekend's Free Comic Book Day, and the awe-inspiring Charity Sketch Cover Auction Four Color Fantasies pulled off on Saturday, raising nearly $12,000 for the Literacy Volunteers of the Winchester Area. We discuss how we took that radical energy and moved it into our Comic Book Club on Sunday, and then work both events into the theme of community and how it bolsters the comic book industry, which leads directly into what Todd McFarlane is doing with his baby, Spawn. This week, it's all about the power of comics. Todd McFarlane details why he's always happy to have others play in his playground, how he still has an ending for Spawn even though he never wants to use it, and why there are nuances to that tired artist vs. writer debate. Spawn #376 arrives in shops from Image Comics on June 3rd, with Final Order Cutoff happening this upcoming Monday, the 11th.  If you want to continue our discussion with Todd McFarlane, you can find him on BlueSky and Instagram, as well as his Website. This Week's Sponsors The Future is Calling! 2000 AD is the Galaxy's Greatest Comic, with new issues published every single week! Every 32-page issue of 2000 AD brings you the best in sci-fi and horror, featuring characters like Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper, and more. Get a print subscription to 2000 AD and it'll arrive to your mailbox every week - and your first issue is free! Or subscribe digitally, and you can download DRM-free copies of each issue for only $9 a month. That's 128 pages of incredible comics every month for less than $10! Head to 2000AD.com and click on ‘subscribe' now – or download the 2000 AD app and start reading today! Other Relevant Links to This Week's Episode: Subscribe to the Comic Book Couples Counseling YouTube Channel Watch The Stacks, Comic Creators Name Their Favorite Comics Help Send Chris Hacker to SDCC GoFundMe Previously on CBCC: Todd McFarlane and the Secret to His Success Previously on CBCC: Todd McFarlane and the 10 Best Spawn Comics Comic Book Club: Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow at Meanwhile...Coffee in Herndon, Virginia, on 5/3 at 3:30 PM Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Bluesky @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Jesse Lonergan and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou.

BIG ANNOUNCEMENT THIS EPISODE!!! That's right, folks! We're letting the cat out of the bag at the top of this week's episode, and you're not going to want to miss the fantastic news! After we explain a few things, Steve, Bob, and Aaron hold down the fort with some comic book sales talk, lightning rounds, and more! Comic Books: The FLorida Hippopotamus Cocaine Massacre #1-3, Wiccan: The Witches Road #2-5, Haryley & Ivy: Life of Crimes #5, Harley Quinn x Elvira #6, Panet She-Hulk #6, Zatanna #1, Red Roots #1, If Destruction Be Our Lot #1, The Exorcism of Buckingham Palace #1 Other Stuff: Pragmata (video game) The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (talkingcomicbooks.wordpress.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, John Burkle, and Bronwyn Kelly-Seigh, who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast, and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.

Writer Matthew Rosenberg (4 Kids Walk Into A Bank, We Can Never Go Home, DC vs Vampires) stops by to talk about his new sci-fi adventure series in shops today, called IF DESTRUCTION BE OUR LOT. We also talk about what it was like getting the call from Todd McFarlane to be the new writer of Spawn, collaborating with Ghostface Killah on the Twelve Reasons To Die album and comic, hosting the comic podcast: IDEAS DON'T BLEED, channeling the spirit of NYC into comics, and finding life's answers via an Animatronic Abe LincolnWatch the uncut video version of this episode on YouTubeLINKS: 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!The Schiller Kessler GroupClick here to text us Fan Mail!Presented by CovrPriceProudly sponsored by Gotham City LimitDisclaimer: 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 AND FOLLOW FOR MORE

In comic stores today, If Destruction Be Our Lot is the new Image Comics book from Matthew Rosenberg, Mark Elijah Rosenberg, Francesco Segala, Andy Macdonald, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou. To celebrate the release, we had the pleasure of being joined on the podcast by Matthew Rosenberg to talk about his new sci-fi book. We also discuss Rosenberg's other comics work, including We're Taking Everyone Down With Us, also published by Image Comics, featuring art by Stefano Landini, and much more! You will hear Dan gush over all the books in live audio fashion! If Destruction Be Our Lot #1 / Rosenberg, Rosenberg, Segala, MacDonald, and Otsmane-Elhaou / Image Comics For more info on Matthew Rosenberg's If Destruction Be Our Lot, check out the solicit text for Issue 1 below, and make sure to grab it from your local comic store! SERIES PREMIERE EXTRA-LENGTH DEBUT ISSUE! Humanity is extinct and all that remains are the robots who once helped us.The robots who once helped us are happier now, doing their work without human interference. But not Abe. He believes there must be something more out there. After nearly getting killed, he's determined to wander the Earth until he finds it—or gets recycled trying. Brilliant artist ANDY MACDONALD (Doctor Strange, Wonder Woman), and adequate writers MARK ELIJAH ROSENBERG (Approaching the Unknown, Year Million) and MATTHEW ROSENBERG (WE'RE TAKING EVERYONE DOWN WITH US, 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank) bring you an ongoing sci-fi adventure about finding purpose, holding onto hope, and really lonely robots. And if you're looking to find out more about Matthew Rosemberg's We're Taking Everyone Down With Us, here's the solicit text for Issue 1! After her mad-scientist father is killed by the world's greatest spy, 13-year-old Annalise is left all alone in the world. Sort of. Her dead dad's robot bodyguard is following her around for some reason. Now Annalise has a choice: try to lead a normal life for the first time ever…or seek revenge and maybe overthrow the world order in the process. Image Comics proudly presents a journey of regret and retribution, super spies and pseudoscience, growing up and global domination from brilliant artist STEFANO LANDINI (Prodigy, Hellblazer) and okay writer MATTHEW ROSENBERG (WHAT'S THE FURTHEST PLACE FROM HERE?, Uncanny X-Men). Matthew Rosenberg's other credits include Task Force Z, DC vs. Vampires, Hawkeye: Freefall, and much more! Check out Ashcan Press here!  

The Mandalorian and Grogu comes to comics. Bug Wars returns from Image Comics. Happy birthday, David Michelinie!SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

This Week in Horror History for May 4–10 dives into a killer week of horror movie history, slasher movie anniversaries, cult horror films, horror comics, survival horror games, and classic monster adventure. This episode revisits the bloody legacy of Friday the 13th, the 2005 remake of House of Wax, the serial-killer comic-book mystery Nailbiter, the retro survival-horror game Crow Country, and this week's Deep-Cut Spotlight: The Burning, one of the most brutal and underrated 1980s camp slasher movies.Inside this episode:May 7, 2014 — Nailbiter #1A modern horror comic favorite from Image Comics introduces Buckaroo, Oregon—a small town with a terrifying reputation for producing serial killers. If you love crime horror, serial killer stories, creepy small-town mysteries, and horror comics, this one belongs on your radar.Where to read (U.S., this week): Image Comics, Kindle/Comixology, and collected editions from Image and major booksellers.May 6, 2005 — House of WaxThe 2005 House of Wax remake brings glossy 2000s horror, slasher-movie chaos, and a gruesome wax museum setting together in one sticky nightmare. A cult favorite of the era, it mixes road-trip horror, trapped-tourist terror, melting bodies, and brutal setpieces.Where to watch (U.S., this week): Tubi; rent/buy on Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.May 9, 1980 — Friday the 13thOne of the most important slasher movies of all time hits theaters and turns Camp Crystal Lake into horror history. From isolated cabins and doomed counselors to the birth of a franchise that would make Jason Voorhees a horror icon, Friday the 13th helped define the modern summer-camp slasher.Where to watch (U.S., this week): Paramount+; rent/buy on Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.May 9, 2024 — Crow CountryThe indie horror game Crow Country brings retro survival-horror atmosphere back with eerie puzzles, abandoned amusement-park dread, old-school tension, and modern genre polish. Fans of Resident Evil-style horror games, PlayStation-era survival horror, creepy theme parks, and indie horror games should take note.Where to play (U.S., this week): Steam, PlayStation Store, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch.Deep-Cut Spotlight — May 8, 1981: The BurningThis week's Deep-Cut Spotlight heads back to summer camp for The Burning, a grimy 1981 slasher packed with Tom Savini effects, campfire trauma, garden shears, and one of the most infamous raft massacre scenes in horror history. Overshadowed in the original slasher boom, it has since become a true cult horror classic and one of the essential 1980s camp slasher films.Where to watch (U.S., this week): Tubi, The Roku Channel, MGM+; rent/buy on Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.Birthday Roll:Lance Henriksen, David Keith, Kevin Peter Hall, and Meg Foster.Weekly Recommendation — May 7, 1999: The MummyFor a lighter but still monster-packed pick, revisit The Mummy, the 1999 Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz adventure that revived Universal monster energy with cursed tombs, scarab swarms, ancient rituals, undead horror, and blockbuster pulp fun. It is the perfect date-window recommendation for fans of classic monster movies, action horror, Universal horror, and summer adventure films.Where to watch (U.S., this week): HBO Max, Peacock; rent/buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.

New Comic Book Day is here, and May 6, 2026 is STACKED.This week's NCBD pull list is loaded with heavy hitters from Marvel Comics, DC Comics, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics, Boom! Studios, and IDW Publishing, and I'm breaking down the biggest releases, the sleeper picks, and the books you absolutely don't want to miss.If you're hunting for the best new comics of May 6, 2026, looking to update your weekly pull list, or just trying to decide what's worth your hard-earned comic budget… this is the video for you.From superhero epics and ongoing story arcs to indie standouts and potential key issues, we're talking:• The top new Marvel releases• The must-read DC books• Indie comics you should be watching• Collector-worthy issues that might heat upThis is your weekly New Comic Book Day guide, built for readers, collectors, and die-hard comic fans.Drop your NCBD pull list in the comments and let's talk about what's hitting your stack this week.Make sure you subscribe for weekly comic book reviews, NCBD breakdowns, comic recommendations, and reading guides right here on Nerdin' Out with Chip Hazard.Turn on notifications so you never miss a New Comic Book Day episode.Let's get into it.00:00 - Intro03:13 - DC COmics04:45 - Image Comcis06:24 - All Other Comics08:14 - Top 5 with Chip Hazard09:18 - Outro

Image Comics is touting its big awards season wins. Publisher Dave White has stepped down from Avery Hill. Artist Adam Hughes turns 59.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

If you've ever wanted to read a comic that leaves you completely confused—but completely hooked at the same time—Red Roots #1 might be exactly that kind of experience. Jace breaks down the oversized debut issue from Image Comics and the Skybound Entertainment imprint, written and illustrated by Lorenzo De Felici with lettering by Russ Wooton. From a brutal, near-silent infiltration filled with violence and atmosphere to a seemingly normal schoolteacher whose life spirals into something far stranger, the issue presents two completely different narratives that feel disconnected—but clearly aren't. Jace explores how the visual storytelling carries the weight, how the lack of answers is intentional, and why the mystery surrounding the severed heads, the red roots, and the final page twist makes this one of the most intriguing debut issues in recent memory. This is a spoiler discussion that leans into the confusion—in the best possible way.

Owner Floyd and manager Griffin join us to talk about their upcoming expansion into a second-floor space, how they've turned their shop into a true community hub, and what it actually takes to run a successful comic store in 2026. Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you can sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Comics legend Gerry Conway passed away at 73 New series 'Regicide' blends dracula and 'Berserk' for August 2026 release Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips are back for the wildest noir yet with 'Unfinished Tales' DC launches Building Bad Sweepstakes letting fans create a new Batman villain Marvel assembles Daredevil, Echo, and more for Disability Pride Month story Marvel pushes blind bags to the limit with 'DNX' #1 and ultra-rare surprise covers Marvel has revealed 'Avengers: Armageddon' #3 and 'Cap' #14, teasing a major team shakeup ahead New symbiote Symbie scores new one-shot 'It's Symbie' #1 Our Top Books of the Week: Dave: Red Roots #1 (Lorenzo De Felici) Uncanny X-Men #27 (Gail Simone, Luciano Vecchio) Chris:​​ Is Ted OK? #3 (Dave Chisholm) Wrestle Heist #5 (Kyle Starks) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Chris: Is Ted OK? #3 (Dave Chisholm) Dave: Swamp Thing 1989 #1 (Rick Veitch, Michael Zulli) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Chris: She-Spawn #1 (Gail Simone, Ig Guarra) Dave: If Destruction Be Our Lot #1 (Matthew Rosenberg, Andy MacDonald) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Daredevil #2 (Bill Sienkiewicz Virgin Cover) Chris: Tales of the Green Lantern Corps: Guy Gardner #1 (David Aja Variant) Interview: Final Boss Comic Shop, Floyd - Manager / Griffin - New Jersey 1. Expansion & Growth You've been a staple since 2007, and now you're expanding. What made this the right moment to grow, and what does expansion look like for Final Boss? 2. The “Final Boss Family” Identity You refer to your community as the “Final Boss Family.” What does that mean in practice, and how have you intentionally built that culture over the years? 3. Competing with Bigger Markets You're not in NYC, but your signings can rival shops in major hubs. What's your approach to events that helps you punch above your weight? 4. The State of the Industry From your perspective behind the counter, what's working in comics right now, and what challenges are you seeing for shops like yours? 5. Book Club & Community Engagement Your monthly book club is a big part of your identity. How does something like that translate into both community building and business sustainability? 6. Curating the Shelves With so many publishers and titles, how do you decide what to stock, and what kinds of books tend to resonate most with your customers? 7. Lessons from Nearly Two Decades Since opening in 2007, what's the biggest lesson you've learned about running a successful comic shop? 8. Looking Ahead With expansion on the horizon, what's your vision for Final Boss over the next 3–5 years, and what do you hope never changes?

Chris Condon is an acclaimed comic book writer known for his gritty, atmospheric storytelling and neo-Western themes. He is currently writing major titles for Marvel and DC Comics while continuing his celebrated creator-owned work at Image Comics and Oni Press.    You may know him as the writer of: That Texas Blood & The Enfield Gang Massacre (Image Comics) Far Down Below (Mad Cave Studios); Hell is a Squared Circle (AfterShock Comics); The Goddamn Tragedy (Oni Press); News from the Fallout (Image); Green Arrow (DC Comics); The Peril of the Brutal Dark (DC's relaunched Vertigo imprint)   Chris sits down with Jonolobster to discuss how he reinvented Marvel's flagship mutant as the dark, faceless assassin known only as… The Winter Soldier, in a brand-new Ultimate Universe. We explore the influences, development, writing, and future of Ultimate Wolverine in "Ultimate Warrior: How Chris Condon Reinvented Wolverine," recorded live on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at ITHACON 49. (Please note, this was recorded in a large room, not a podcasting studio, so it is a little echoey.)   Ultimate Wolverine trailer from Marvel Comics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmuTw6SDZBY    For more geeky podcasts visit GonnaGeek.com    You can find us on iTunes under ''Legends Podcast''. Please subscribe and give us a positive review. You can also follow us on Twitter @LegendsPodcast or even better, send us an e-mail: LegendsPodcastS@gmail.com    You can write to Rum Daddy directly: rumdaddylegends@gmail.com    You can find all our contact information here on the Network page of GonnaGeek.com Our complete archive is always available at www.legendspodcast.com, www.legendspodcast.libsyn.com    Show Music:Danger Storm by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

On this edition of FLZ presents: THOMAS HEALY drops by to talk about his new direction with the Spawn Universe's Supernatural Squad: THE SCORCHED! (IMAGE COMICS/MCFARLANE COMICS)   THE SCORCHED #51 Lunar Code: 0126IM0410   Follow Thomas at: https://www.instagram.com/thomashealy/ For your must stop destination for New Comic Book Day reviews: https://www.fanlightzone.com/comics Find A Comic Shop at: https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/stores... Your Digital Marketplace for comics & Manga: https://neonichiban.com/ FOR ALL THINGS FLZ: https://linktr.ee/fanlightzone   #comics #toddmcfarlane #thomashealy #thescorched #spawn #Kingspawn #spawnuniverse #mcfarlanecomics #action #wildstorm #backlash #comicbooktalk #comictalk #fanlightzone

Train With Duane!This week on Geek Off The Street, we're covering Invincible Season 4! We talk about how well the show has been received and where we think it's going but we also discuss whether or not the show lives up to the hype All that and so much more on this week's exciting episode of the GOTS Official Podcast!Podcast Timecodes[2:40] What are we drinking this week?[5:00] Shoutouts[10:35] Hot Takes[34:10] Positives[1:02:35] Negatives[1:32:15] Post-Show Rating[1:35:25] What Are We Into This Week?Check Out These Books!When The Frog and the Snake Meet: A Killing Love! by J. Leroy Tucker!Wilbur Mckesson's Retribution!Greg Sorber's Mechhaven!Pax Machina Audio Book!Join Us in the Discussion!Email: thegeeksoffthestreet@gmail.comInstagram: @thegotspodSubscribe on Youtube! Like Our Facebook!Twitter: @thegotspodTrent Personal: @trentctuckerMusic: @erictucker__Stuff We MentionedChikara Ramen!Trent Tucker Vlogs!Maul Shadow Lord!People We Mentioned Tree of Dreams Music@chikara_ramen@badicalradness@lights.camera.rant@thenerdlounge2.0@gregerationx@author_wilbur_m@mcpodcast@z_daughter_of_light@mindmattermystery

On this 1/2 episode we're reviewing the Image Comics 10th anniversary hardcover, a Tigra mini-series by Christina Z. and Mike Deodato Jr. from 2002, plus Hulk: The End by Peter David and Dale Keown. Also, an interview with Chuck Dixon about jumping ship to CrossGen in 2002, a Casting Call for an Image Comics movie, Mort of the Month and more!Get access to early, UNCUT episodes, PDF scans of the issues, our exclusive ToyFares: The Podcast and more when you become an official GEEK at patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Strange Hombre Richard Cocchi Shawn Robare Andrew Burt Brandon Whitmore Michael Johnson Eric Najjar Brock626 Tom Goodwin Matt and Lissy Poisso Lennon Patton Patrick McFadden Marvin Dupree Jay M Lunchlady Doris Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Russell Sheath Kevin Decent Damon Bjorn watson David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Greg Schueller MeltFaceKillah Brian Acosta Joe Marcello DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

It's time for another Top of the Stack. we we dive into highlights of our comic book recent reads and industry news from DC Comics, Marvel Comics, Image Comics, IDW Publishing, Abrams Books, and others.  This episode, we break down the absolute chaos of Absolute Batman 19 from Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta, discuss the comics journalism and Top Ten lists with the new fun Comics! The Magazine, the upcoming new book from Skybound, Terminal, and explore a packed slate of reads including The Undertaker, Alien: King Killers, TMNT, Punisher, Royals, Invincible Universe: Battle Beast, MAD About DC, and DC Next Level books; Firestorm, Lobo, and Batwoman. You can follow us on Instagram: @comicsdiscourse114, Threads: @comicsdiscourse114, TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@comicsdiscourse114?_r=1&_t=ZT-91jpy3DIireFacebook: Facebook Comics Discourse 114 and X: https://x.com/comicsdiscourse?s=21 Also, please leave us a 5-star review at your favorite podcast platforms.

This week on the AIPT Comics Podcast, we interview cartoonist Stephanie Stalvey, diving deep into her graphic memoir Everything in Color. In the conversation, Stalvey opens up about growing up in an evangelical household, unpacking purity culture, and how motherhood reshaped her understanding of faith and identity. It's an honest, vulnerable discussion about turning lived experience into art, and why telling these stories can resonate far beyond one person's life. NEWS Marvel Solicitations for July 2026 Miles Morales faces his most personal threat yet in new 'Miles Morales: Spider-Man' #1 Red Hulk takes over the Marvel Universe in 'Avengers: Armageddon' and the preview reveals just how bad it gets 'Fantastic Four' #15 sends the team spiraling through time for a wild 65th anniversary story Doctor Doom takes over 616 Day with Blind Bags, rare comics, and surprise sketch covers Godzilla teams with Knull to conquer the Marvel Multiverse in explosive finale in Toho/Marvel collab First look at Marvel's Pride special as Ultron crashes Wiccan and Hulkling's anniversary and new Pride covers are revealed Predator crashes the Planet of the Apes in Marvel's wild new crossover you didn't see coming 'Do A Powerbomb' returns to comic shops with 'Black and White' #1 Vault announces weird western ongoing series ‘Dead Acre: Black Badge' Rob Liefeld expands 'Youngblood' with 'Badrock' solo series Dark Horse announces Adam Frankenstein origin one-shot set in the Chaos Universe DC heroes meet NHL icons in final “Secret Identity” card drop from Upper Deck 'Minotaur' comic by Si Spurrier and Mike Dowling launches July 2026 from Ignition Press Our Top Books of the Week: Dave: Amazing Spider-Man: Spider-Versity #1 (Jordan Morris, Joe Kelly, Pere Perez) Corpse Knight #1 (Michael Chaves, Matthew Roberts, Rico Renzi_ Alex:​​ Absolute Wonder Woman #19 (Thompson, Sherman) Sorcerer Supreme #5 (Orlando, Bernard Chang) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Alex: Exquisite Corpses #12 (James Tynion IV, Michael Walsh) Dave: Wolverine #19 (Saladin Ahmed, Martín Coccolo) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Alex: The Sacrificers #21 (Rick Remender, Max Fiumara) & Is Ted OK? #3 (Dave Chisholm) Dave: Swamp Thing 1989 #1 (Rick Veitch, Michael Zulli) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Feral #22 (Tony Fleecs & Trish Forstner Weapons Homage Cover) Alex: Wiccan: Witches' Road #5 (Karen S. Darboe variant) Interview: Stephanie Stalvey, EVERYTHING IN COLOR out 04/28/2026 Your book explores growing up in an evangelical community where love and obedience were deeply intertwined. When you look back now, how do you understand that relationship differently? One of the most striking ideas in the book is the notion that “our bodies belong to the authority figure.” How did unpacking that belief shape the emotional core of this memoir? Everything in Color is deeply personal, especially in how it portrays your relationship with your husband and your child. What was it like sharing drafts with your husband as you were creating the book? Your journey raises big questions about faith, doubt, and identity. Did you find yourself arriving at answers while making the book, or is it more about learning to live with the questions? The book touches on major shared moments like 9/11 and the COVID lockdown. How did anchoring your personal story to these larger events help shape the narrative? There's a powerful shift in the book where love, especially through motherhood, reframes everything as sacred. When did that realization first begin to take hold for you? This is a massive and ambitious work. Was it always envisioned at this scale, and how long did it take you to bring it to life? The title Everything in Color feels like a mission statement for the book. At what point did you know that was the right way to describe this journey? The artwork blends intimacy with emotional weight throughout. How did you approach pairing your visual storytelling with such vulnerable subject matter?

Paneloids is joined by Chris Condon, Andrew Ehrich, and Michael Tivey to talk all about Of the Earth from Image Comics, covering the story's origins, creative process, and what to expect from the series. We also chat about Ultimate Wolverine, The Peril of the Brutal Dark: An Ezra Cain Mystery, and That Texas Blood. Of the Earth #1. Final Order Cutoff April 27th, in Shops May 20th! LIVE Wednesdays 7PM EST! New Comic Book Day Reviews, Nerdy News/Rumors, & Creator Interviews! Follow, Subscribe, Join the Discord! PANELOIDS.COM!

Today we bring back a favorite of mine as Chris Condon (Ultimate Wolverine, News From The Fallout) gives us a peek into the Hitchcockian Eco Horror Of The Earth for Image Comics co-written by Andrew Ehrich and artwork by the legendary Charlie Adlard (The Walking Dead) and Pip Martin. Tabby Black returns to her silenced town of Solitude, Texas to find that her Grandmother that raised her isn't who she once was and neither is the town she left. We get into Chris approach to horror as well as character development in his recent books like Otis Fallows in News from the Fallout, Ultimate Wolverine, and his latest imprint through DC Comics/Vertigo for The Peril of the Brutal Dark-An Ezra Cain Mystery.Written by Chris Condon and Andrew EhrichArtwork by Charlie EhrichColors by Pip MartinLetters by Hassan Otsmane Elhaou

Image Comics' Do a Powerbomb is getting a black and white reprint. Marvel is relaunching Miles Morales: Spider-Man with a new creative team. Youngblood is spinning off into a new Badrock series.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Longtime podcaster and comic book fan, Michael DiGiovanni joins us to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Image Comics as presented in Wizard issue 126. Plus, Wizard tackles the biggest mysteries of comic books, Frank Miller's $1 million paycheck for The Dark Knight Strikes Again and more.Get access to an UNCUT, early release version of this episode and all our previous podcast releases, plus PDF scans of the magazines we cover, our monthly Patreon exclusive ToyFares: The Podcast, exclusive videos and more when you subscribe today at PATREON.com/WIZARDSCOMICS Thanks to our monthly supporters Matthew Strange Hombre Richard Cocchi Shawn Robare Andrew Burt Brandon Whitmore Michael Johnson Eric Najjar Brock626 Tom Goodwin Matt and Lissy Poisso Lennon Patton Patrick McFadden Marvin Dupree Jay M Lunchlady Doris Aaron Krieger Mark Syp Seth Johnson Dapper Dan Paladin Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Russell Sheath Kevin Decent Damon Bjorn watson David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Greg Schueller MeltFaceKillah Brian Acosta Joe Marcello DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

Jace takes a look at Fireborn #1 from Image Comics, breaking down how the issue connects to the Lost Fantasy universe while evaluating how effectively it functions as a standalone story. With discussion of the creative work from Curt Pires, Franklin Jonas, Patrick Mulholland, Mark Dale and Micah Myers, the episode examines the structure of the oversized debut, the introduction of Aaron Hilberg and his connection to the dragon egg, and how the pacing benefits from the extended page count. The conversation also explores how the character's attitude is grounded in his personal circumstances, the balance between action and setup, and whether the issue establishes a strong foundation moving forward. Additional context is provided on the early market reaction, including the sellout and speculation, along with whether the demand reflects genuine reader interest or short-term attention.

It's a topic we discuss a lot. When you love comics, you eventually want to make them. Curt Pires heard Franklin Jonas professing his love for the medium on a podcast. Immediately, he recognized a kindred spirit. Pires invited Jonas to play. The result is the new Image Comics series Fireborn, spinning out of Pires' massive comic book playground, Lost Fantasy. Maybe you've already read the logline: Fireborn is Invincible meets How to Train Your Dragon meets Absolute Batman. Whoa, okay. That's a lot, but what does that actually mean? On this week's podcast, we get into it with Franklin Jonas and Curt Pires. We break down those other stories and consider what they owe to Spider-Man and his Amazing Fantasy #15 debut. Where do you begin when creating an F'd up Peter Parker? And did we mention the hot takes? Franklin Jonas has them! We give the musician the space to profess his passion for comics, champion his all-time favorite Daredevil run, and explain why not enough of you are reading the current JSA monthly written by Jeff Lemire. In Fireborn, Aaron Hillburg is a rich kid who runs face-first into Joseph Campbell's Hero's Journey. He answers the call to action, but when will he reject it? With great power there must also come great responsibility. One issue in, we got part one of that statement. Is part two coming? Let's geek out about what comics can do that no TV pitch can ever contain. Fireborn #1 is out now from Image Comics. It's written by Curt Pires and Franklin Jonas, illustrated by Patrick Mulholland, colored by Mark Dale, and lettered by Micah Myers. Make sure you're following Franklin Jonas on Instagram and Curt Pires on BlueSky and Instagram. This Week's Sponsors Everyone loves to talk and debate about comics, but few people get to see what it's actually like behind the scenes. Now, IDW Publishing is changing that with the launch of IDW Studios. The first monthly show is CreatorxCreator, a free-flowing, fun and honest chat between two comic book creators as they discuss their craft, process, inspiration, and what life is really like as a creative. The second monthly show, Superlatives, brings IDW's knowledgeable and spirited editors head-to-head to debate each of these categories, with another editor stepping in as the moderator to pick the winner once the pros have made their arguments. The Future is Calling! 2000 AD is the Galaxy's Greatest Comic, with new issues published every single week! Every 32-page issue of 2000 AD brings you the best in sci-fi and horror, featuring characters like Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper, and more. Get a print subscription to 2000 AD and it'll arrive to your mailbox every week - and your first issue is free! Or subscribe digitally, and you can download DRM-free copies of each issue for only $9 a month. That's 128 pages of incredible comics every month for less than $10! Head to 2000AD.com and click on ‘subscribe' now – or download the 2000 AD app and start reading today! Other Relevant Links to This Week's Episode: Subscribe to the Comic Book Couples Counseling YouTube Channel Watch The Stacks, Comic Creators Name Their Favorite Comics Previously on CBCC: Henry Barajas and Rachel Merrill on Death to Pachuco The Four Color Fantasies Charity Sketch Cover Auction The Literacy Volunteers of the Winchester Area Comic Book Club: Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees at Meanwhile...Coffee in Herndon, Virginia, on 5/3 at 3:30 PM Comic Book Film Club: Paying For It on 4/26 at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia. Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Bluesky @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Jesse Lonergan and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou.

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Drew Siragusa is joined by special guests Eric Diaz (writer - The Nerdist), David Avallone (writer - Batwheels, Image Comics' Drawing Blood), Art Ebuen (Emmy Award-winning animator, writer – California, Inc.), and Kevin Sharp (Fanbase Press Contributor - "Between the Panels" Interview Series, Editor-in-Chief for Meanwhile ...A Comic Shop Anthology) to participate in a thorough discussion regarding Kingdom Come (1996) in light of the groundbreaking comic book miniseries' 30th anniversary, with topics including the examination of the story as a response to the gritty anti-heroes of the '80s and '90s, what the story has to say in the context of modern-day politics, why readers are interested in seeing the "end times" for their heroes, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Kingdom Come abound in this panel discussion!)

Comics don't just happen. Artists will them from nothing. As you'll hear from Henry Barajas and Rachel Merrill in this week's podcast, comics arrive at your local comic book shop through tremendous persistence and imagination. The next time you cross your shop's threshold, possibly to grab a copy of Barajas and Merrill's Death to Pachuco, out now in trade paperback from Image Comics, take a moment to thank the makers. Each book on the rack is a tiny miracle. In Death to Pachuco, Barajas and Merrill tap into history, detailing the 1943 Sleepy Lagoon Murder Trial and the Zoot Suit Riots. It's a Chicano noir, heavily inspired by classic Hollywood tales, but springing from a perspective frequently silenced or ignored. Their private eye, Ricardo “Ricky” Tellez, fancies himself a Sherlock Holmes type, complete with a nearly debilitating drug addiction. He's caught in the racial tensions boiling over during wartime Los Angeles, hunting for a killer, while navigating a femme fatale. This week on the podcast, we chat with Barajas and Merrill about balancing fact and fiction, style and reality, and why humanity frequently allows fear steer its actions. We discuss the magnificent amount of will and persistence it took to materialize Death to Pachuco and how it feels to see it collected in trade paperback, finally. Death to Pachuco is written and lettered by Henry Barajas, illustrated by Rachel Merrill, and colored by Lee Loughridge. The book featured several variant covers from folks like Sarah Gordon (see episode art), Tula Lotay, Ben Passmore, David Lapham, and others. Make sure you're following Henry Barajas on BlueSky and Instagram, and Rachel Merrill on BlueSky and Instagram. This Week's Sponsors The Future is Calling! 2000 AD is the Galaxy's Greatest Comic, with new issues published every single week! Every 32-page issue of 2000 AD brings you the best in sci-fi and horror, featuring characters like Judge Dredd, Rogue Trooper, and more. Get a print subscription to 2000 AD and it'll arrive to your mailbox every week - and your first issue is free! Or subscribe digitally, and you can download DRM-free copies of each issue for only $9 a month. That's 128 pages of incredible comics every month for less than $10! Head to 2000AD.com and click on ‘subscribe' now – or download the 2000 AD app and start reading today! Everyone loves to talk and debate about comics, but few people get to see what it's actually like behind the scenes. Now, IDW Publishing is changing that with the launch of IDW Studios. The first monthly show is CreatorxCreator, a free-flowing, fun and honest chat between two comic book creators as they discuss their craft, process, inspiration, and what life is really like as a creative. The second monthly show, Superlatives, brings IDW's knowledgeable and spirited editors head-to-head to debate each of these categories, with another editor stepping in as the moderator to pick the winner once the pros have made their arguments. Other Relevant Links to This Week's Episode: Subscribe to the Comic Book Couples Counseling YouTube Channel Watch The Stacks, Comic Creators Name Their Favorite Comics CBCC on Word Balloon Comic Book Club: Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees at Meanwhile...Coffee in Herndon, Virginia, on 5/3 at 3:30 PM Comic Book Film Club: Paying For It on 4/26 at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia. Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Bluesky @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Jesse Lonergan and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou.

Startup superhero universes were a dime a dozen in the Iron Age, but Comics' Greatest World was $16 for 16! Each issue of this weekly miniseries introduced a brand new character theoretically poised to take the industry by storm, but while heroes like X and Ghost would go on to become the stars of ongoing series (and Barb Wire even made the leap to a major motion picture), most of them languished in obscurity. Dark Horse tried very hard to make their first foray into mainstream superheroes stand out amongst 1993's oversaturated market by emphasizing worldbuilding and backstory, but to no avail. In this episode, we visit the fictional cities of Arcadia, Golden City, Steel Harbor, and the Vortex of Cinnebar Flats to check out what went right, what went wrong, the limits of “mystery box” storytelling, and why all of Team CGW's carefully laid-out environmental storytelling just didn't grab fans the way Image Comics did.Justin rented and watched Pamela Anderson's Barb Wire for the sake of this podcast, and if that kind of commitment and dedication doesn't make you want to support the show at patreon.com/ironageofcomics, we don't know what will!

Today we travel to India to speak with Aditya Bidikar upon the release of his anticipated Tiny Onion produced Mini Series-In Your Skin. The story centers around the culture of celebrity and the obsession that an overzealous fan can create while idolizing their Hero without knowing that their favorite person may be torn themselves. We meet Priyanka who loves Bollywood star Ayesha, but feels at a loss when she suddenly announces her retirement. Sensing a void, Priyanka makes a choice she feels may be the only way to step In her Skin (pun intended). Aditya has lettered some of our favorite books whether they are Department of Truth, Worldtr33, Swamp Thing, and soon joining Darcy Van Poelgeest in the graphic novel The Cutting Garden for Image Comics. He has been holding this particular story deep at vest for 7 years and we talk about the transition from Letterer to Writer and how the craft is best known for pacing, but yet understanding the intensity in the creation of this Body Horror suspense tale.Written and Lettered by Aditya BidikarArtwork by SomColors by Francesco Segala

Aditya Bidikar and Som join the show to talk about their Image Comics series In Your Skin.

Throughout comic book history, publishers have relaunched characters or concepts into new books, but not every character gets the comeback that they deserve. This episode, we play publisher of every comic book company (Marvel, DC Comics, Image Comics, Dark Horse Comics and even companies that do not exist anymore) and draft the characters or series we'd bring back to the spotlight. Who would make the cut?  From forgotten favorites to overdue revivals, we build our dream line-up. You can follow us on Instagram: @comicsdiscourse114, Threads: @comicsdiscourse114, TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@comicsdiscourse114?_r=1&_t=ZT-91jpy3DIireFacebook: Facebook Comics Discourse 114 and X: https://x.com/comicsdiscourse?s=21 Also, please leave us a 5-star review at your favorite podcast platforms.

Episode 374 of the AIPT Comics podcast puts a major spotlight on a surprising and passionate new voice in comics: Franklin Jonas. Best known for his music career, Jonas joins the show to talk about co-writing Fireborn within the Lost Fantasy universe, offering a candid look at how a lifelong love of comics turned into a full-fledged creative pursuit. Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you can sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Marvel Comics releases all 'Queen in Black' solicits for titles out July 2026 Queen in Black grows with 'Venom Unchained' miniseries Marvel Comics' ‘Queen in Black' Blind Bag gets bigger with ‘True Believers Display Boxes' Marvel teases a new mystery hero who may outpower Red Hulk in ‘Avengers: Armageddon' Marvel Comics teases a cryptic new threat: DNX Marvel's What If…? returns with multiverse twists for its 50th anniversary Batman vs. FIVE Robins?! 'Absolute Batman' #20 cover reveal changes everything Aquaman and Jeff team up now available on Marvel Unlimited DC and Marvel reveal 'Supergirl/Blade' digital crossover launching April 2026 Top 50 March sales is live Our Top Books of the Week: Dave: Everyone Loves a Jewel Thief #1 (Tim Seeley, Aaron Campbell) Uncanny X-Men #26 (Gail Simone, Luciano Vecchio) Chris:​​ Punk'n Heads (Dave Baker and Nicole Goux) Bleeding Hearts #3 (Deniz Camp, Stipan Morian) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Chris: Everyone Loves a Jewel Thief #1 (Tim Seeley, Aaron Campbell) Dave: Amazing Spider-Man #26 (Joe Kelly, Francesco Manna) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Chris: Tigress Island #2 (Patrick Kindlon, EPHK) Dave: Super Creepshow #2 (info) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Lobo #2 (Lee Bermejo) Chris: Narco #2 (Daniel Hillyard and Dave Stewart) Interview: Franklin Jonas - Out April 15, FOC March 23rd - Artist: h with Curt Pires co-writing You're stepping into Curt Pires' Lost Fantasy world—what excited you most about co-writing in an established universe, and how did you find your voice within it? As someone who works in music, where rhythm, pacing, and emotion are everything, did that background influence how you approached writing Fireborn—especially in terms of momentum, dialogue, or how scenes “flow” on the page? Aaron Hillburg is introduced as a “rich-kid failson,” which is such a loaded archetype—what made him the right entry point for a story that quickly becomes this massive, magical chase? The dragon egg bonding to Aaron is such a striking image—what did you want that relationship to represent, both visually and emotionally, as the series unfolds? Patrick Mulholland's art brings a kinetic, almost explosive energy to the concept—how closely did you collaborate on visual storytelling, especially with something as wild as a floating dragon egg? 11:10 Dark Reign war machine 11:45 Fear Itself This feels like a story about inheritance in more ways than one—family, power, responsibility—what themes were most important for you to explore through Aaron's journey? For readers who haven't touched Lost Fantasy before, how accessible is Fireborn as a jumping-on point, and what kind of experience were you aiming to deliver in issue #1? If Aaron had to survive in New York for 24 hours before the egg bonded to him, what's the most “failson” decision he'd make that would somehow make everything worse?

This week, we're joined by James Tynion IV, Chris Condon, Darcy Van Poelgeest, and Matthew Rosenberg as we discuss their upcoming Image Comics books: Odin, Of the Earth, The Cutting Garden, and If Destruction Be Our Lot!IDB is a weekly podcast presented by Ashcan Press and featuring Matthew Rosenberg, Ethan S. Parker, sometimes Griffin Sheridan, and wonderful guests from the world of comic books!Our theme song is “Where's the Poison” by Summer People.Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ashcanpress.substack.com

Today on Word Balloon, I'm talking with a creator who's carving out his own lane between nostalgia, genre chaos, and straight-up adrenaline storytelling, Curt Pires. From his breakout fantasy hit Lost Fantasy at Image Comics: a monster-slaying throwback with serious momentum thanks to artist Luca Casalanguida. To the hyperviolent sexy cosmic trip parody of Galactic at DSTLRY with Amilcar Pinna, Curt's work is all about big swings and bold humor. Now he's leveling up again with Fireborn, co-written with musician Franklin Jonas and drawn by Patrick Mulholland. It's a neon-charged, '90s comics and 32-bit video game fever dream about a billionaire's reckless son fused with a dragon egg in the heart of New York City. We'll talk about the evolution of his storytelling, the energy behind these books, and why Fireborn might be his wildest ride yet.

Issue #747: CROSSFIRE Download Directly From iTunes NOW on SPOTIFY! It's a lot of DIFFERING OPINIONS on this week's episode, especially when it comes to the just-released SUPERGIRL trailer from Warner Brothers/DC and the season 2 premiere of Daredevil: Born Again. Also, lots of Fantastic Four comics chat! HOT TAKES ALL AROUND! Additionally, a message from your cranky uncle Bob (and a way to support him: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-bob-reyer-a-hero-in-need). Comics talked this week: Fantastic Four: First Foes #1, Fantastic Four #9, Wonder Woman #1 (facsimile), Minor Arcana #7-15, Superman/Spider-Man #1, Wolverine: Weapons of Armageddon #2, and Batman #6. The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (talkingcomicbooks.wordpress.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, John Burkle, and Bronwyn Kelly-Seigh who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.