Podcasts about Mad Cave Studios

Jimmy Palmiotti has worn just about every hat in comics, artist, writer, editor, publisher, and creator, but today we're focusing on some of the stories that have defined his career and some exciting new work hitting shelves right now.Jimmy joins us to talk about his latest return to Marvel's hardest-edged vigilante in the new Punisher miniseries with artist Dan Panosian. We'll discuss Frank Castle's latest mission, the collaboration with Dan, and what makes the Punisher such a compelling character decades after his debut. We'll also dive into Jimmy's Daredevil/Punisher crossover series, bringing together two heroes whose ideas of justice couldn't be more different.Then we'll look back at one of Jimmy's most celebrated runs, his long partnership with Justin Gray on Jonah Hex and All-Star Western. From weird western adventures and horror stories to the streets of Gotham in the Old West, those books helped redefine what a western comic could be and remain fan favorites to this day.And we'll wrap up with Denver, the acclaimed creator-owned graphic novel from Jimmy and Justin Gray that's now back in print through Mad Cave Studios. We'll talk about revisiting the book, why its themes still resonate, and what it means to see a new generation of readers discover the story.

Today I get a chance to talk to Brian Wickman to discuss Grit Trade Paperback Vol. 1 for Mad Cave Studios as the project is reimagined as it was a 3 issue release on Scout Comics in 2020. With Kevin Castaniero doing artwork we see the tale of Old Man Barrow an aged Monster Hunter paired with a Witch named Ari who's conventional Magic is a little too much for the Aged Hunter's liking as he is set in his ways. We have Goblin Gang's, Talking Birds, and Comedy as this tale can shift on a dime from straight violence to hilarity ensuing.Written by Brian WickmanArtwork by Kevin CastanieroColors by Simon GoughLetters by Micah Myers

This episode was an absolute blast to record. Ryan has written for film, television, and even a novel (Winders), and so it was fascinating listening to him talk about how he approaches a project depending on the medium. Ryan is also an actor and director and I think has a unique approach to storytelling, especially when it comes to comics, and his love for this medium shines through. For television, Ryan has written for Marvel's Legion, Skins, Queen of the South, and Wu-Tang: an American Saga. We talk about his early musical ambitions, his film Brooklyn Brothers Beat the Best, kids growing up now versus the 1990s, the importance of horror, and, of course, Tim Seeley. Ryan instantly attained the status of a guest I hope to have back on again soon. Issue 2 of Pretty Hate Machine will be out May 27, 2026 by Mad Cave Studios. Check out Pretty Hate Machine at Mad Cave Studios Follow Ryan on Instagram Buy Winders Follow Comic Book Yeti

The American in the Chronicle Chamber crew, Scott Waldyn, jumps on the podcast this week to interview Juancho Vélez, the incredible colorist behind Defenders of the Earth, Defenders of the Earth: Dark Destiny, The Phantom vs. The Sky Band #1, and the upcoming The Phantom vs. The Red Dragons #1 from Mad Cave Studios.For comic book fans, Juancho Vélez has made a name for himself by contributing beautiful and rich colors to titles across the Mad Cave Studios slate, as well as work at DC and Marvel Comics. His eye for detail and knack for creating lasting moments through the use of light, darkness, and color informs readers' understanding of a scene. In this interview, Scott and Juancho talk about the art of coloring, including some behind-the-scenes of what went into creating some of the more colorful moments in Defenders of the Earth and The Phantom vs. The Sky Band #1. Questions asked:How many comics would you say you've colored?You've worked on both Defenders series at Mad Cave Studios. While very much in sync with the cartoon series, it has a grown up tone. I attribute that to your coloring work. How do you find the right tone to hit?Do you receive directions from editorial or communicate with the artist?Are there color palettes or preferences you have to keep in mind when working on licensed characters?With The Phantom vs The Sky Band, there are big contrasts between light and dark, from Baroness' mansion to a battle surrounded by flames, and a nighttime water rescue. What's your approach to balancing and juggling these colors?What's something you think readers should pay attention to with coloring?Where do you draw inspiration from? Whose art inspires you?What are some of the books you're most proud of? What are the standouts that surprise you?Are there characters/titles you'd love to work on that you haven't yet?Where can comic readers find you?Find Juancho Vélez on his Instagram profile at: https://www.instagram.com/juancho.velez25/. Look for his work in The Phantom vs. The Red Dragons #1 coming in June 2026!We are looking to interview more creators from the Mad Cave Studios comic book series, please contact us if you have any specific questions you would like to see asked. You can email us at chroniclechamber@gmail.com or chat with us via our social media profiles on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Instagram. We love comments and feedback from the Phantom phans from around the world. Make sure you stay with us, and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast on our YouTube Channel.Support the show

Amit Tishler joins the show to dig into Mad Cave Studios' Edenfrost, a supernatural wartime tale of two Jewish siblings bound to a dangerous golem‑like force as they flee the Russian Civil War. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Welcome, Davide Pepose, back to the show to dig into Mad Cave Studios' Speed Racer— when was the last time you went down into the Cave? Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

In this episode, the boys come together to review and discuss Phantom comics, stories, and related news from around the world, including the team arguing over story elements in the latest newspaper, Frew, and the latest comics from Germany, Austria, and the USA.We love comments and feedback from the Phantom phans. If you agree and/or disagree with us, you can either email us; leave your comments at our YouTube channel, and/or leave them at our social media platforms on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Instagram. If you're one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Comics Kingdom storiesDaily 269: "The Muckmen of Zumaridi River": 2 MinsDaily 270: "The Grudge": 11 MinsSunday 198: “1536”: 24 MinsFrew (Australia) comicsFrew #2020: 34 MinsFrew #2021: 45 Mins"Simulacra pt 1 & 2": 55 MinsGerman & Austrian comicsZauberstern Spezial #8: 1 Hour, 7 MinsDie Klassiker #5: 1 Hour, 10 MinsThe USA comicsThe Phantom One-Shot #1: 1 Hour, 15 MinsDefenders of the Earth: Dark Destiny 4: 1 Hour, 27 MinsThe Phantom news from around the worldTV show updates (link): 1 Hour, 40 MinsThe Phantom Video Game updates (link): 1 Hour, 44 MinsSMC will be at SDCC26: 1 Hour, 45 MinsKFS releases a free digital issue of the original Phantom 2040 comic (link): 1 Hour, 47 MinsNew Fantomen book details for 2026: 1 Hour, 50 MinsLayoffs for Mad Cave Studios (link): 1 Hour, 52 MinsLatest Phantom comics from India: 1 Hour, 54 MinsNew Frew poster (link): 1 Hour, 55 MinsSy Barry featured in a local town magazine (link): 1 Hour, 58 MinsArt:9 printing Ray Moore Sunday stories (link): 2 HoursJan Håfström work featured in an exhibition (link): 2 Hours, 1 MinLFMBEC Sydney (link): 2 Hours, 4 MinsWe can only report and discuss what we have seen or been told by the phans. We may miss something, especially conventions in your corner of the world with Phantom-related guests, so please let us know of them so we can promote them on our website, socials, and podcasts. We are also looking for reviewers who can review comics from India, Sweden, Finland, France, Italy, and some other locations that publish the Phantom. If you would like to join the team with regular reviews, please contact us.Support the show

Jimmy Palmiotti drops in to talk Mad Cave's Pop Kill, a pulp‑slick crime thriller of assassins and soda empires—time to get Mad… with Mad Cave Studios. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Stephanie Williams is a writer who has worked for publishers like Marvel,DC, and IDW on characters such as Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, Nubia, My Little Pony, and many, many others. This April saw the debut of her creator owned graphic novel, Temporal, from Mad Cave Studios. Temporal tells the story of a mother who […]

Narco #1 from Image Comics (W) Doug Wagner (A) Daniel Hillyard $3.99  Universal Monsters:  The Phantom of the Opera #s 1 & 2 from Skybound/Image Comics (W)  Tyler Boss (A) Martin Simmonds $4.99  Sleep #8 from Image Comics (W/A) Zander Cannon $3.99  Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Rite of Spring #6 from IDW Publishing $4.99 Twilight Zone #5 from IDW Dark (W) L. Marlow Francavilla & Francesco Francavilla (A) Francesco Francavilla $4.99  White Sky #2 from Image Comics (W) William Harms (A)  JP Mavinga $3.99 D'orc #2 from Image Comics (W/A) Brett Bean $3.99  The Rocketeer: The Island #1 from IDW Publishing (W) John Layman (A) Jacob Edgar $4.99 Tigress Island #1 of 5 from Image Comics (W) Patrick Kindlon (A) EPHK $3.99   Exquisite Corpses #11 from Image Comics (W) Che Grayson w/James Tynion IV (A) Gavin Fullerton w/Michael Walsh $4.99 Red Book #4 from Dark Horse Comics (W) James Tynion IV (A) Michael Avon Oeming $4.99 Dick Tracy St. Patrick's Day Special (one shot) from Mad Cave Studios - 2 stories; "Irish Goodbye" (W) Alex Segura & Michael Moreci (A) Craig Cermak;  "The Short of It"  (W) Tim Seely (A) Rebekah Isaacs $6.99 Ripcord #2 from Ignition Press (W) Cullen Bunn (A) Aneke $4.99  G.I. Joe Silent Missions: The Baroness #1 (one shot) from Image Comics Declan Shalvey (A) Joelle Jones $3.99 Butch A Hate Comic!  (one shot) from Fantagraphics Books (W/A) Peter Bagge $5.99 Octavia #1 from Mike Hoffman Publishing (W) Mike Hoffman, Enrico Teodorani (A)  Mike Hoffman, Rolando Cicatelli, Zano $8.95 MAD about DC #1 (one shot) from DC (W/A) NOT the usual gang of idiots $7.99  Minor Arcana #15 from Boom! | Written and Art by Jeff Lemire | Colors by Patricia Delpeche | Letters by Steve Wands Lands Unknown The Skinless Man #1 from Dark Horse | Story and Art by Ben Stenbeck | Colors by Dave Stewart | Letters by Clem Robins | $4.99 I Hate Fairyland #49 from Image Comics | Written by Skottie Young | Drawn by Derek Laufman | Colors by Jean-Francois Beaulieu | Letters by Nate Piekos | $3.99 Barbaric #2 from Vault Comics | Written by Michael Moreci | Art by Nathan Gooden | Colors by Fabiana Marques | Letters Andworld Design | $6.99

In this episode, Jermayn Parker and Stephen East are joined by Scott Waldyn, Chronicle Chambers USA's correspondent, to review the first five issues of the new series from Mad Cave Studios. The Singh Brotherhood is on the hunt for their missing drug cargo. Little do they know they have landed in the Phantom's backyard. What they think will be a quick and easy track, retrieve, enslave the village, and be out again turns into a dire game of cat and mouse, with the cat not realising it is actually the mouse. But it's no walk in the park for the Phantom, though; this is the jungle, and the jungle has its own mind. There is beauty in its danger, and if you can be at one with it, then you may just get out alive. We have 5 copies of a variant cover by Boom Tube Comics exclusive drawn by Keith Williams and one copy of Cover 1G by Natacha Bustos to give away. To enter, we will need your review and/or thoughts of the series on either the social media post promoting this podcast or on YouTube.We discuss many topics and we would love your input on what we have raised plus what we may have missed. We discussed: Did the showing of the Phantom eyes in the first issue straight away turn the hardcore fans off?What do we think of The Phantom's characterization along with the other main characters like Guran, Diana and Asif Singh?Was Guran's redesign a sign of the times to ensure we did not have a fat black man being featured?The Bandar are a “poison tribe,” and this story seems to suggest it's because they're all skilled and lethal. Does this newer definition make sense to us?Has the village ever been depicted in other comics by Frew or Fantomen or by creators like Lee Falk and Tony DePaul?Scott Waldyn called this series an “adaptation” of The Phantom in his last review. Do we agree or disagree?Are we happy with the balance Ray tiptoed with the white saviour concept? The Singh pirates called themselves tigers on the radio. Is this a nod to the "Ten Tigers" Old Jungle Saying?Does the Phantom need his stripped jocks back?Did we have too many covers by Mad Cave Studios?Do we like Ray Fawkes work as the writer of the series?Do we like Russell Olson's work as the artist of the series?This series featured a quick-witted Phantom, so we like this?The drugs came from the mountains. Is this the Eastern Dark? The Phantom as the Guardian of the Eastern Dark was mentioned on page 9 in issue 1 by the wife of Guran's dad.Lee Falk never got in-depth with other characters. In this we see the minds of Asif Singh and Guran. Do we like getting to know these secondary characters better?Did Lee Falk ever have the Phantom think to himself as much as Ray Fawkes?Who's the real hero here? Guran or the Phantom?Do we like the Sky Band being featured?Should Mad Cave Studios do a Phantom crossover with another character, and if so, who?What's next?You can email us at chroniclechamber@gmail.com or chat with us via our social media profiles on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Instagram. We love comments and feedback from the Phantom phans from around the world. Make sure you stay with us, and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast on our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Show Notes 0:00: Another episode of Justin and Helen discussing everything they’ve been up to over the past few weeks, which may include a musical and some J-Novel Club reads along the way. The two hosts also get into a bit of nostalgia for no real reason… News 17:30: Last episode, the news of Media Do acquiring Seven Seas just happened like roughly an hour or two before the two hosts started recording. It’s been two weeks, which means more information has come forth, including Media Do and Seven Seas having to make assurances that AI will not be used in any future works moving forward…let’s just say the hosts have some concerns! 27:55: The victim in the Shoichi Yamamoto/Shogakukan scandal released a statement on the entire situation, and that means Justin and Helen have more thoughts on how the company’s handling the situation and how well they can honor the victim’s request while also ensuring their culture will change moving forward. But let’s just say the hosts have worries about how they’ll handle it, considering their history. 37:32: Helen talks about a number of plaintiffs filing a consumer digital privacy class action complaint against Crunchyroll, which alleges that Crunchyroll violated the Video Privacy Protection Act. For her, the timing could not have been any more interesting; Justin meanwhile goes over Dark Horse essentially letting their Founder and CEO Mike Richardson go and what this means for the publisher moving forward. 42:36: RuriDragon will be on hiatus until late April; The Detective is Already Dead Season 2 will not air in the summer, it has been pushed to the Fall season; And I Became a Legend After My 10 Year-Long Last Stand will also be delayed, it’s now planned to air in the summer. 43:48: Chitose in the Ramune Bottle will return following it’s production issues in the Fall season; Tomato Soup is back following maternity leave, which means A Witch Life in Mongol will return next week; and we unfortunately will say goodbye to another Japanese manga magazine, as Mag Garden has ceased publication, and with their comment on why the magazine’s ending, Justin wonders if the manga market shrinking has played a big role. 48:13: Voice actress Yukie Maeda has passed away due to her health; voice actress Masako Ikeda died on March 3 from a cerebral hemorrhage; and Kyoto Animation announced that its president and co-founder Hideaki Hatta died on February 16 — the hosts go over the loss of each of these talents and people, and wish sincere condolences to their family and friends. Licenses 52:57: Titan Manga announced exclusively on ANN that they’ve licensed the following manga for release in 2026: Tomonori Inoue’s Huck the Air Pirate and the Princess of Steam and Shinachiku’s The Regalia of the Underdog; We will see another H.P. Lovecraft novel adapted by Gou Tanabe published by Dark Horse, this one coming in September; and Mad Cave Studios’ imprint Nakama Press, in partnership with Tatsunoko Production, announced on Friday that it will release the first volume of its Casshan manga by writer Mario B. Long and Kusanagi on September 15. 54:41: Justin and Helen brought up DMP/DMG while talking about Blupetal, who just launched a Kickstarter for Sakura Kurihara’s Let Me Fix You last week (and it has already reached its goal); Japan-based indie publisher Red String announced at CitrusCon that they've licensed Yoshika Komatsu's The Elf Husband and Dwarf Wife (will exclusively be on Omoi on March 22) and Arakata's Funny Bone; The newest Crossed Hearts title has been announced and it'll be going for their Glam Beat (Yuri) line — Mei Fujimatsu’s Time is a Closet; And we got more Siren audiobooks incoming — 3 of them! 58:19: With Manga Planet closing March 31, we finally know where some of the titles will go — Renta! They’ve announced a special transfer program that will allow Manga Planet users access to chapters/volumes purchased on the service, so happy that some of the titles (they won’t be able to bring them all) will exist in some way, this time on Renta!. Streaming News 59:15: Justin and Helen go into Amazon raising their ad-tier prices for reasons, but hard to say if the reasons are good; Prime has added the Lupin the IIIrd: Zenigata and the Two Lupins net anime to their service. 1:01:18: Helen is now wondering about Justin’s tastes following his enthusiastic announcement of a show he has never watched (Queen’s Blade: Vanquished Queens) that is now available on Oceanveil; If you’re not into 18+ stuff, Oceanveil will also add the Black Jack OVA with an English dub to their service. 1:03:00: More 4K Ghibli is happening in theaters, so be on the lookout for a few of their heralded films in the spring; ODK Media’s North American streaming platform Amasian TV began streaming the Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood anime with the English dub in the United States and Canada…Justin wonders if this can actually be a streaming service to look out for in the future. 1:04:33: DOROHEDORO Season 2, despite it airing in April, has taken a while for much news to come out. Not anymore! A trailer has come out for it, with also the news that in addition to Netflix it will also stream on Crunchyroll; Retrocrush has added a couple shows to their service, with Black Jack: The Complete OVA Series arriving on their service early next month. Weird News 1:06:32: Justin ends up reflecting on the origin of TheOASG Podcast, and how when Muse came up with doing this, no one could’ve expected Pokémon, The White House, and Nintendo to even be considered in the same sentence as a topic. But we have also that (and Yu-Gi-Oh! also!) in this section. In case you needed to know how weird the news can be. 1:10:24: Let’s just say The Evangelion short that was recently released by Khara had some issues, issues that eventually led the studio to release it themselves and for both Justin and Helen to ponder the meaning of media embargoes. 1:13:11: Yes, One Piece and Elmo is somehow a thing. No, not a lie, this crossover really happened thanks to Netflix; Writer Shirow Shiratori announced that his and illustrator Kippu’s No-Rin light novel series will return from its decade-long hiatus with its 14th and final volume on June 13; Hiromu Shinozuka topped it though, as Mirmo de Pon! New is the first entry in the Mirmo Zibang! in 21 years. The return of works after so long…never say final applies for these works! 1:15:35: And finally, somehow, some way, the live-action adaptation news of manga/anime franchise does not stop…and Samurai Champloo is the next one picked. Looking forward to it coming out in 2030! If there’s anything you’d like to share, please feel free to reach out to us on Twitter (@TheOASG) or comment below with your thoughts! The post TheOASG Podcast Episode 239: Covering News That Did NOT Seem Possible Eons Ago appeared first on TheOASG.

In this episode, Jermayn Parker and co-host Stephen East go for a rant.As it has been two months since we last reviewed everything that has happened in the Phantom's world, we have split the wrap-up podcast into two. In this podcast we discuss all the related Phantom news and the Newspaper daily and Sunday stories. In our next podcast, we will review all the comics from around the world.Daily / Sunday Adventures ProgressDaily #269 - "The Muckmen of Zumaridi River": 1 MinSunday #197 - "The Ungraved": 11 MinPhantom NewsPassing of Phantom creators: 17 MinSaturday Morning Cards announces volume 2 (link): 22 MinThe Phantom movie goes Blu-ray (link): 27 MinWhat is next from Mad Cave Studios (link): 29 MinVote for the best story and cover published by Fantomen in 2025 (link and link): 32 MinNew Old Jungle Saying (link): 34 MinNorwegian Fantomet series cancelled (link): 35 MinNew KFS product (link): 38 MinShakti Comics releases more Phantom items through Imag!kal (link): 41 MinMallon Publishing 90th anniversary collectibles designed by Douglas Klauba (link): 44 MinThe Phantom art tile by Artovision 3D (link): 46 MinAristocrat slot machine promotional limited edition figure (link): 47 MinThe Phantom at Budapest, Hungary Comic Con 2026 (link): 51 MinSwedish lecture on Wilson McCoy (link): 52 MinMythos Editora releases a Kings Watch TPB: 54 MinOriginal Phantom art to buy: 56 MinPhantom video game updates: 57 MinYou can email us at chroniclechamber@gmail.com or chat with us via our social media profiles on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Instagram. We love comments and feedback from the Phantom phans from around the world. Make sure you stay with us, and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast on our YouTube Channel.Support the show

Laura Hudson and Tim Leong join the show to talk about their Mad Cave Studios series Exploit.

Editor-in-Chief of Tripwire Joel Meadows joins Jimmy on the podcast to discuss Sherlock Holmes and the Empire Builders: The Gene Genie, being published by Mad Cave Studios on April 21st. Joel breaks down the story and its alternate history timeline as well as working with Andy Bennett. They discuss different versions of Sherlock Holmes over the years and what makes Joel's version of Holmes unique. Jimmy and Joel also discuss Joel's work with Tripwire and what makes for a good interview. Follow Joel Meadows on Bluesky Check out an article about Sherlock Holmes and the Empire Builders: The Gene Genie on Tripwire Pre-order a copy of Sherlock Holmes and the Empire Builders: The Gene Genie Lunar Distribution link Follow Comic Book Yeti

Absolute Batman tops list of 2025's best-selling graphic novels. DC Comics will release Supergirl: The World. Mad Cave Studios has teamed up with Lucasfilm for all-ages Star Wars graphic novels.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

We're in a two-week stretch of no new Star Wars comics but that's not going to stop us from providing the high-value, cheap-as-free content you've grown accustomed to from other podcasts (not us). Still, we've got the latest news and some conjecture. Listen on!Comics Discussed This Week:Not a one.Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week:
Jedi Knights #8 (of 10)
News:Mad Cave Studios has partnered with Lucasfilm Publishing to tell new, original stories set in the Star Wars galaxy via graphic novels via the former's Papercutz imprint that's aimed at middle-grade readers. The first two -- Star Wars: Smugglers and Scoundrels -- The Race for Jabba's Bounty and Star Wars: Tales From the Outer Rim -- The Legend of Beggar's Canyon -- are due out Sept. 15 and Oct. 13, respectively. Creative teams on the books are Cavan Scott and Christian Colbert and Greg Pak and Brent Schoonover.Marvel to debut Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge -- Echoes of the Empire #1 (of 5) on April 22. It's by Ethan Sacks, with art by Jethro Morales and Roi Mercado. Also coming in April and May? Mandalorian and Grogu movie variant covers.Full details on the April Star Wars comics solicits from Marvel and May solicit from Dark Horse Comics are on the Facebook and Bluesky pages, as well as Digg and Reddit outposts.Release dates for the Dark Droids and Poe Dameron omnibuses are Aug. 19 and Sept. 9, respectively. If you're looking for a good, discounted price on either -- or any Marvel omnibus for that matter -- checkout CheapGraphicNovels.com and InStockTrades.com.Artist Sal Buscema has passed away, according to a colleague of his, Sterling Clark, who spoke to Buscema's wife, Joan. He was 89 and just shy of his 90th birthday. Buscema did the pencils for Marvel's Star Wars (Vol. 1) #93 and #102.
Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses:Feb. 11 _ Jar Jar Binks #1 One-Shot, Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch — Rogue Agents #2 (of 4)Feb. 17 _ Star Wars: Hidden Empire Omnibus (Collects HIdden Empire 1-5, Star Wars (Vol. 3) 26-36, Bounty Hunters 27-34, Darth Vader (Vol. 3) 28-32, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) 22-31 and 2022's Star Wars: Revelations #1)Feb. 18 _ Star Wars (Vol. 4) #10Feb. 25 _ Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch — Rogue Agents #3 (of 4)March 4 _ Shadow of Maul #1 (of 5)March 11 _ The High Republic Adventures -- Pathfinders #1 (of 6)March 17 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus Vol. 4 (Collects Star Wars: Underworld - The Yavin Vassilika (2000) #1-5; Free Comic Book Day 2013: Star Wars #1; Star Wars: Empire (2002) #5-6, 8-13, 15; Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron (1995) #1/2; Star Wars: A New Hope - The Special Edition (1997) #1-4; Star Wars: Tag & Bink Are Dead (2001) #1; Star Wars Infinities: A New Hope (2001) #1-4; The Star Wars (2013) #0-8; material from Star Wars Tales (1999) #1-2, 4, 6, 8-10, 12, 14, 16, 19-20); Hyperspace Stories: Grievous OGNMarch 24 _ Tales From the Nightlands TPB (Collects 1-3); Hyperspace Stories: Codebreaker TPB (Collects 1-4) March 25 _ Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Rogue Agents #4 (of 4)March 31 _ Legacy of Vader: The Reign of Kylo Ren Vol. 2 TPB (Collects 7-12)April 8 _ Shadow of Maul #2 (of 5)April 14 _ Jedi Knights Vol. 2 - A Higher Path TPB (Collects 6-10), Star Wars Visions TPB (Collects Visions -- Peach Momoko #1, Visions -- Takashi Okazaki #1, Peach Momoko's Story from Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red #1)April 21 _ The High Republic Phase III -- Trial of the Jedi Omnibus (Collects 2023's The High Republic 1-10, Revelations #1's High Republic story, The Acolyte — Kelnacca one-shot, Shadows of Starlight 1-4, Fear of the Jedi 1-5, The Finale #1: The Beacon one-shot); The Mandalorian -- Seasons One & Two (Collects #1-8 of both mini-series), Jedi Knights Vol. 2 TPB (Collects 6-10); Hyperspace Stories: Tides of Terror TPB (Collects 1-4)April 22 _ The High Republic Adventures — Pathfinders #2 (of 6), Galaxy's Edge: Echoes of the Empire #1 (of 5)April 28 _ Han Solo -- Hunt for the Falcon TPB (Collects 1-5)May 5 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase II (1-8, Nameless Terror 1-4, Quest of the Jedi one-shot)May 12 _ Star Wars: New Republic (Collects 1-10, material from Free Comic Book Day 2025: Star Wars #1)May 19 _ Star Wars Legends: Legacy Omnibus Vol. 1 (Collects Star Wars: Legacy (2006) #0, 0-1/2, 1-36, 41); Doctor Aphra — Chaos Agent TPB (Collects 1-5)May 20 _ The High Republic Adventures -- Pathfinders #3 (of 6)May 26 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase III Part 1 (Collects The High Republic Adventures (Phase III 1-10), Saber for Hire 1-4 and the Crash Landing and Crash and Burn one-shots)June 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus Vol. 3 (Collects Star Wars: Crimson Empire (1997) #0-6, Star Wars: The Bounty Hunters - Kenix Kil (1999) #1, Star Wars: Crimson Empire II - Council of Blood (1998) #1-6, Star Wars: Crimson Empire III - Empire Lost (2011) #1-6, Star Wars: Jedi Academy - Leviathan (1998) #1-4, Star Wars: The Mixed-Up Droid (1995) #1, Star Wars: Union (1999) #1-4, Star Wars: Chewbacca (2000) #1-4, Star Wars: Invasion (2009) #0-5, Star Wars: Invasion - Rescues (2010) #1-6, Star Wars: Invasion - Revelations (2011) #1-5, Star Wars Handbook (1998) #2; material from Dark Horse Extra (1998) #21-24; Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1; Star Wars Tales (1999) #8, 11, 16-19, 21); The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope — The Manga Vol. 1July 7 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase III Part 2 (Collects The High Republic Adventures (Phase III) 11-20, Echoes of Fear 1-4, Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone 1-4 and the one-shots 2025 Annual, The Wedding Spectacular and The Battle of Eriadu)July 21 _ Star Wars Legends: The Newspaper Strips Omnibus (Collects Classic Star Wars: The Early Adventures (1994) #1-9, Classic Star Wars: Han Solo at Stars' End (1997) #1-3, Classic Star Wars (1992) #1-20, Classic Star Wars: A New Hope (1994) #1-2, Classic Star Wars: The Vandelhelm Mission (1995) #1, Star Wars newspaper strips "The Constancia Affair," "The Kashyyyk Depths" and "Planet of Kadril”); Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: The Screaming Citadel (Collects Star Wars (2015) #31-43, Star Wars Annual (2015) #3, Star Wars: The Screaming Citadel (2017) #1, Star Wars: Doctor Aphra (2016) #7-8)
Aug. 18 _ The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope -- The Manga Vol. 2, Star Wars -- Dark Droids Omnibus (Collects Dark Droids 1-5, D-Squad 1-4, Star Wars (Vol. 3) 37-50, Darth Vader (Vol. 3) 37-50, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) 35-40, Revelations #1 and Free Comic Book Day 2024 #1)Aug. 25 _ The Bad Batch — Rogue Agents TPB (Collects 1-4)Sept. 8 _ Star Wars: Poe Dameron Omnibus (Collects 1-31, Annuals 1, 2)Sept. 15 _ Smugglers & Scoundrels: The Race for Jabba's Bounty Original Graphic NovelOct. 13 _ Tales From the Outer Rim: The Legend of Beggar's Canyon Original Graphic Novel----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by Marvel, Dark Horse and previously IDW, featuring views about the current week's comics, interviews with the writers, artists, colorists, letterers and editors who create them, as well as the latest details on publishing schedules, upcoming series and mini-series, so that you, the listener have more detail and context about the comics that are a vital part of Star Wars canon, lore and legends.

Zander returns to the podcast after a 400 episode hiatus and joins Mike as they break all the rules! A deep dive into the lore and the myth of what makes IRCB run for 500 episodes and some big announcements! Links:https://ircbpodcast.com/500-episodes-of-i-read-comic-books-by-the-numbersTimestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:02:13 - Helen of Wyndhorn #1-300:06:31 - Our Soot Stained Heart #1-200:14:10 - Star Wars: Darth Maul – Black, White & Red00:17:34 - Skin Police Vol. 100:19:22 - Discord Picks00:20:24 - Space Usagi: Death and Honor00:26:17 - Batman & Robin Year One00:30:49 - IRCB Spotlight ft. Zander00:52:03 - Listener Questions01:27:07 - BIG NEWS01:29:51 - IRCB Data Points01:41:32 - WrapProducer: Kait LamphereProoflistener: Danny MartinezEditor: Zander Riggs Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELIRCB Logo by Kyle RoseSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives, A Better Batmobile, and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastBuy a copy of our anniversary zine Totally Not A Cult: https://ircbpodcast.com/shop/p/totally-not-a-cult-zine-1Email: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @ircbpodcastInstagram: @ircbpodcastDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/E8JUB9sReddit: ireadcomicbooks.reddit.comIRCB GoodreadsMerch: ircbpodcast.com/shop

No one makes comics like Dave Chisholm, and we don't allow him to make one without first making a stop at the podcast. His latest, Is Ted OK?, reveals an artist pushing himself to his very limit, built on an incredible run of 2025 books, our favorite Limited Series from last year, Spectrum, and the gnarly haunted horror, Plague House. Not to forget his work on High Strangeness, which is still in process. Chisholm learns something about himself and the medium every time he steps up to his drawing board, allowing the next project to always top the last. Is Ted OK? The title answers itself, but certainly not in the way you expect. Chisholm imagines a dystopian world, where Ted drones away as a graphic designer for a megacorporation owned by the world's first trillionaire. He's disconnected from those around him, friendly only with a cat, and plagued by horrendous night terrors. He's also being watched 24/7 by Sarah, another employee tasked with monitoring his suicidal and homicidal tendencies. She's concerned, she wants to help, and her first attempt to do so makes Is Ted Ok?'s first issue climax. This week, we welcome Dave Chisholm back on the podcast. We spent six months with him last year on the show, meticulously dissecting Spectrum with his collaborator Rick Quinn. It's fun to catch up. We discuss how his past work brought him to Is Ted OK? We talk about allowing comics to be comics and making sure that every panel carries story. In fact, we discuss how every element of a comic is a chance to carry story. FOC (Final Order Cutoff) for Is Ted OK? #1 is Monday, February 2nd. The comic will eventually be available at comic shops on February 25th, thanks to Mad Cave Studios. Make sure you get your order in, and follow Dave Chisholm on Instagram and BlueSky. 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 Stacks, Comic Creators Name Their Favorite Comics The Stampies: Best Comics of 2025 (Part One) The Stampies: Best Comics of 2025 (Part Two) Read The Stampies on GlobalComix Previously on CBCC: Rick Quinn and Dave Chisholm on Spectrum Previously on CBCC: Dave Chisholm on Miles Davis and the Search for the Sound Comic Book Club: Black Arms to Hold You Up at Meanwhile...Coffee in Herndon, Virginia, on 2/1 at 3:30 PM Comic Book Film Club: The Phantom w/Billy Zane Virtual Intro at the Alamo Drafthouse Winchester on 1/25 Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. The Comic Book Couples Counseling TeePublic Merch Page. 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.

Actor, producer, and now comic book writer Vaho joins Al Mega on the Comic Crusaders Podcast to talk all about his upcoming Mad Cave Studios release, XERO! A haunting, genre-bending graphic novel, XERO takes readers into a dystopian mall where life itself is merchandise, nostalgia is weaponized, and escape isn't a choice it's survival. Inspired by recurring dreams and brought to life with artist Felipe Flores, XERO fuses manga, pop art, and Bronze Age storytelling into a unique meditation on false comfort, consumerism, and rebellion. Vaho shares his creative journey, his collaboration with Mad Cave, and the heart of the story Xero's desperate search for his pregnant girlfriend, Donna, amidst a horrifying conspiracy. Fans of Severance, Descender, and Neuromancer won't want to miss this release on October 7th, 2025 from Mad Cave Studios. Instagram: @vahotty Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 614 in an unlimited series! Host: Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: / comiccrusadersworld Twitch: / comiccrusaders Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/

Paul, Zach, and Brian round out 2025 by talking about the Goodreads Theme of the Month: comics released in 2025! They discuss Precious Rubbish, Assorted Crisis Events, and Spectrum. Timestamps:00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics00:01:47 - Spectrum00:09:44 - Assorted Crisis Events Vol. 100:17:16 - Precious Rubbish00:28:59 - Final shout outs of 2025/WrapMusic provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELIRCB Logo by Kyle RoseProducer: Kait LamphereProoflistener: Kait LamphereEditor: Zander Riggs Support us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives, A Better Batmobile, and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastBuy a copy of our anniversary zine Totally Not A Cult: https://ircbpodcast.com/shop/p/totally-not-a-cult-zine-1Email: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @ircbpodcastInstagram: @ircbpodcastDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/E8JUB9sReddit: ireadcomicbooks.reddit.comIRCB GoodreadsMerch: ircbpodcast.com/shop

Kenny Porter and Mike Becker join the show to talk about their new Mad Cave Studios series The New Space Age.

Christopher Kappel is a TV writer who’s just had his first graphic novel published by the Maverick imprint of Mad Cave Studios. Wrack and Rune tells the story of two young men who develop romantic feelings for each other. There’s only one problem, one of them happens to be a member of a secret society […]

It's a brand new episode of the Cryptid Creator Corner as Kenny Porter returns to talk about his new series with artist Mike Becker called The New Space Age. The series will be out December 17th from Mad Cave Studios. Kenny chats with Jimmy about the 80s movies that influenced him, hopeful science fiction, combining technology and magic in this story, and teases another series coming out next year with IDW that pits Dracula against...Nazis? Sign me up. This was a fantastic conversation that covers a lot of ground so don't miss it. From the Publisher: Disgraced astronaut Mark Mitchell has only ever had one true mission— to find his little brotherJoey, who was abducted by aliens from a crop circle  when they were little. But when Mark'shotshot piloting gets him grounded  and the last of the public space program defunded, Markloses his only  means of finding Joey out in space.Until Mark's homemade scanning rig  discovers the shocking truth about the cropcircles— they're instructions for space travel.Mark will need to uncover the hidden  messages that have been left on Earth for years, andreverse engineer the  magic that can finally help him find Joey. Check out The New Space Age Follow Kenny on Bluesky Check out Kenny's website Follow Comic Book Yeti

Greg Broadmore, the mastermind behind Dr. Grordbort's, joins Al Mega for a wild ride through the multiverse of creativity! In this episode, we dive into his brand-new comic One-Path from Mad Cave Studios. From behind-the-scenes insight to creative challenges, Greg Broadmore brings the heat, humor, and hardcore imagination. Don't miss it! Follow Greg on Instagram/FB at: @greg_broadmore | X: @GregBroadmore

What if you could go back and do it all over again? That's the premise of Olivia Cuartero-Briggs' new comic, “The College Try,” out in February 2026 through Maverick, an imprint of Mad Cave Studios. Rachel, a desperately single Chicago comedian attends her 20-year college reunion in a disastrous attempt to win back the one who got away. But, in a magical twist of fate, she is sent back to 2003 - her sophomore year of college - for one last chance to fix it all.  Olivia, in her third appearance on the show, talks about the inspiration for the story and how her own college experiences played a role. We examine the protagonist Rachel del Rio, her flaws and how Olivia prefers to work with less-than-perfect characters. The book takes place in 2003, and Olivia and Max dive into that era and how it felt to relive it through the pages of “The College Try.” Returning artist Roberta Ingranata brings the story to visual life and it's her second book with Olivia, the first being “Jill and the Killers.” Olivia shares her working relationship with Roberta and what it was Ike to team up once again.

Comics writer Steve Orlando talks about WAR WOLF, his new pulp sci-fi limited series project with artist Marco Perugini from Mad Cave Studios.

We sit down with writer Stephanie Williams as the second issue of her debut creator-owned comic Roots of Madness launches today through Ignition Press. Stephanie discusses the cosmic horror series loosely inspired by Madame C.J. Walker that combines alternate history with the supernatural, illustrated by artist Letizia Cadonici. We also get into her previous projects like Nubia: Queen of the Amazons, My Little Pony, and Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. Stephanie discusses how her background in scientific research influences her world-building, her approach to incorporating folklore and mythology into her stories, and her upcoming new book Temporal from Mad Cave Studios. You can follow Stephanie on her website, whysteph.com, on Instagram @steph_i_will, or on Bluesky @stephwilliams. Support the show___________________Check out video versions of this and other episodes on YouTube: youtube.com/dollarbinbandits!If you like this podcast, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you found this episode. And if you really like this podcast, become a member of the Dollar Bin Boosters on Patreon: patreon.com/DollarBinBoosters.You can follow us @dollarbinbandits on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky, or @DBBandits on X. You can email us at dollarbinbandits@gmail.com.___________________Dollar Bin Bandits is the official podcast of TwoMorrows Publishing. Check out their fine publications at twomorrows.com. ___________________ Thank you to Sam Fonseca for our theme music, Sean McMillan for our graphics, and Pat McGrath for our logo.

The Professor Frenzy Show Episode 382 The Invisible Man #3 from Image | Writer: James Tynion IV | Art: Dani, Brad Simpson Maria Llovet's Artificial #2 from Image | Written and Art by Maria Llovet Red Book #1 of 4; from Dark Horse Comics Writer:James Tynion IV, Michael Avon Oeming Artist: Michael Avon Oeming $4.99   Sleep #2 from Image Comics (W/A/CA) Zander Cannon $3.99 Dick Tracy Halloween Special from Mad Cave Studios.  (W) Alex Segura, Michael Moreci, Chantelle Aimee Osman (A) Craig Cermak $6.99 The Adventures of Lumen N. #2 of 4 from Dark Horse Comics (W) James Robinson (A)  Phil Hester  $4.99  Exquisite Corpses #6 from Image Comics (W) Tyler Boss w/James Tynion IV (A)  Gavin Fullerton w/Michael Walsh $4.99 Feral #17 from Image Comics (W) Tony Fleecs (A) Trish Forstner, Tone Roriguez $3.99  Murder Podcast #s 1 and 2 from Ignition Press, $4.99 W- Jeremy Haun A - Mike Tisserano Barbaric:The Black Knight (One shot) from Vault Comics | Writer: Michael Moreci | Art: Gui Balbi, Fabi Marques, Jim Campbell SIKTC - A Monster Hunter Walks Into a Bar #1 | Writer: James Tynion IV  | Art: Werther Dell'Edera, Miquel Muerto Conan Scourge of the Serpent #2 from Titan Comics | Writer: Jim Zub | Art: Ivan Gill, Jao Canola, Richard Starkings and Tyler Smith  Outlaw Showdown #1 from the EC Imprint of Boom Studios | Writer: John Arcudi, Tony Moore, Ann Nocenti, Christopher Cantwell | Art: Sebastian Cabrol, TonyMoore, Rico Renzi, Lee Loughridge, David Lapham, Nick Filardi, Dan McDaid, Michael Atiyeh - Classic from Two Fisted Tales #20 by Harvey Kurtzman and Jack Davis March-April 1952 I Hate Fairyland #45 from Image | Writer: Scottie Young | Art: Jay Fosgitt, Jean Francios Beaulius, Nate Piekos

In this episode of The Comic Source, Jace welcomes back fan-favorite writer Mark Russell to discuss his new Ahoy Comics one-shot, Thanksgiving. Known for weaving biting social commentary into relatable everyday scenarios, Russell explores the uneasy dynamics of family gatherings and how shared traditions can expose deep divides beneath the surface. The pair delve into the book's darkly humorous premise—a seemingly ordinary holiday dinner that spirals into moral chaos when one family member is revealed to be a killer—while unpacking the story's sharp reflections on modern America, empathy, and apathy. Jace and Mark also touch on Russell's collaboration with artist Alain Mauricet, whose grounded visuals and warm tones heighten both the satire and humanity of the tale. Before wrapping up, Mark teases his upcoming projects at Mad Cave Studios, including Racer X, Vanishing Point, and TerrorBytes, offering more of the thought-provoking storytelling that has made him one of comics' most distinctive voices.

Franco's back on the pod! And he's talking his latest collaboration with Art Baltazar on the hilarious Flash Gordon Adventures! series from Papercutz and Mad Cave Studios. Franco shares his approach to bringing a fun, all-ages take on the classic Flash Gordon property, exploring he and Art balance humor with sci-fi action to make the legendary space hero accessible to young readers. We dive into the upcoming Flash Gordon Adventures! Vol. 2: The Anthology Odyssey, releasing next month, which features an impressive lineup of cartoonists including John Patrick Green, Stan Sakai, Mike Cavallaro, Chris Giarrusso, Mike Kunkel, Chris Eliopoulos, and many more. You can listen to our first interview with Franco here: buzzsprout.com/1817176/episodes/12270898. Support the show___________________Check out video versions of this and other episodes on YouTube: youtube.com/dollarbinbandits!If you like this podcast, please rate, review, and subscribe on Apple Podcasts or wherever you found this episode. And if you really like this podcast, become a member of the Dollar Bin Boosters on Patreon: patreon.com/DollarBinBoosters.You can follow us @dollarbinbandits on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky, or @DBBandits on X. You can email us at dollarbinbandits@gmail.com.___________________Dollar Bin Bandits is the official podcast of TwoMorrows Publishing. Check out their fine publications at twomorrows.com. ___________________ Thank you to Sam Fonseca for our theme music, Sean McMillan for our graphics, and Pat McGrath for our logo.

Superman and Spider-Man will officially cross over in two one-shots in 2026. DC Comics and AEW are teaming up. Mad Cave Studios is expanding its digital offerings.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 we have Stephanie Williams back on the pod to talk about her latest project with Mad Cave Studios, the Sci-Fi Adventure Temporal. Savannah and her husband have left a life behind as Time Thieves for the Temporal Academy. The world is in need of Nostalgia and they go back in time to retrieve it. In the past 10 years they've settled and had a son named Harper whom after one disappointing birthday gift propels Savannah into a struggle between her past life and her current life. We ask how important are family and identity in Savannah's story and how it speaks on issues about choices and regrets. Stephanie explains why even in this story black folk should never Time travel because they can always lead to a consequence with History especially your HistoryWritten by Stephanie WilliamsDrawn by Asiah FulmoreColors by DJ ChavisLetters by Becca CareySupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations

Wednesday 24 September 2025, Mad Cave Studios release their first regular feature Phantom comic on the back of their well received Defenders of the Earth comic series. Jermayn Parker and Scott Waldyn review the comic together. We talk about the elephant in the room of the Phantom showing his eyes for us readers plus what the comic does well. At the end of the day, it is a good comic. The story is solid and has a definite modern feel to it and we hope for those Falkist phans you give it a go.We would love to hear your thoughts on the comic. We have on purpose released this episode a week after it hit the comic stores around the world. You can either email us, leave your comments at our YouTube channel, and/or leave them at our social media platforms on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Instagram. Is Scott Waldyn right that for many readers of the comic, they wont understand the importance of the lore of not seeing the Phantom eyes? What do you think? Is it a big deal? Is the blame on King Features for allowing this? Or is it on Tony DePaul who started this trend with his Daily story "Phantoms End"?Did you like the dual character perspective in the comic?Did you like the love and relationship shown between the Bandar and the Phantom?Did you like the art style? Does the Phantom not having stripped undies bother you?Anything else you would like to see discussed? Let us know and give us your thoughts. You can email us at chroniclechamber@gmail.com or chat with us via our social media profiles on Facebook, Twitter, and/or Instagram. We love comments and feedback from the Phantom phans from around the world. Make sure you stay with us, and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast on our YouTube Channel. Support the show

In this episode, Al Mega sits down with the critically-acclaimed writer Ray Fawkes to talk about his career journey, creative process, and his brand new project, Blue Palo Verde, dropping soon from Mad Cave Studios. Ray takes us through the mysteries and inspirations that fuel his storytelling — from his work on Batman and Justice League Dark to his mind-bending indie gems. Tune in and get ready for a deep dive into art, horror, and the poetic power of comics! Follow Ray on Social Media at: @fawkes.ray Blue Palo Verde #1 arrives in comic shops on June 11, featuring Cover A by Rimanti and Cover B by Marguerite Sauvage, and is now available for preorder! Get the latest news on Mad Cave Studios on social media, or visit www.madcavestudios.com to check out the full lineup of new releases, licenses, and celebrated creator-owned titles! Don't forget to subscribe, like, and share! Hit that bell to stay in the loop for all things comics and creativity! Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 580 in an unlimited series! Hosted by Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: /comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Website: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega

Join Al Mega as he interviews writer Mark Russell and artist Ryan Alexander-Tanner about Vanishing Point, their bold new six-issue sci-fi miniseries from Mad Cave Studios! Dive into a surreal, time-bending narrative full of sharp wit, eye-popping art, and deep existential questions. Hear about their creative journeys, how they teamed up, and what makes this story one of the wildest rides in comics today! 🪠Topics covered: Creative origins of Mark and Ryan How Vanishing Point was born Philosophical depth meets comic book thrills Artistic style and visual storytelling Industry insights and fun behind-the-scenes moments 🔗 Watch now and prepare for a mental warp! Follow Mark at: @manruss | Follow Ryan at: @ohyesverynice This series is a must-read for fans of Black Mirror, The Twilight Zone, and Love, Death + Robots. Vanishing Point #1 is in stores NOW. Get the latest news on Mad Cave Studios on social media, or visit www.madcavestudios.com to check out the full lineup of new releases, licenses, and celebrated creator-owned titles! Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 576 in an unlimited series! Hosted by Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: /comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Website: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega

The Professor Frenzy Show Episode 370 Cruel Universe Vol 2 #1 from ONI Press Hello Darkness #13 from Boom Studios Something is Killing the Children #43 - James Tynion IV, Werther Dell'Edera, Miquel Muerto Dick Tracy #11 from Mad Cave Studios;  (W) Alex Segura, Michael Moreci (A) Geraldo Borges  Blink And You'll Miss It #1 from BOOM! Studios (W) Ethan S. Parker; Griffin Sheridan (A) Keith Browning   $4.99 Betty and Veronica's Summer Fun in the Sun #1 (one shot) from Archie Comics (W) Holly G  (A) Holly G, Jim Amash, Glenn Whitmore, Jack Morelli  Gerry Today's Best Comic Books MAD magazine #45 (W/A The Usual Gang of Idiots) $5.99   Blood & Thunder #4 from Image Comics (W)   Benito Cereno (A) E.J. Su, Michele Msassyk Assarasakorn $3.99 Bug Wars #6 from Image Comics (W) Jason Aaron  (A) Mahmud Asrar $4.99 Transformers #23 from Image Comics (W) Daniel Warren Johnson (A) Jorge Corona, Mike Spicer $3.99 [For fans of Ice Cream Man, be aware of, Superman The Kryptonite Spectrum #1 from DC Comics (W) W. Maxwell Prince (A) Martin Morazzo $5.99] Monster High Party Monster #1 (One Shot)   from  IDW Publishing  |  Writer(s):Heather Nuhfer  |  Artist(s):Kellee Riley  :  $3.99 I Hate Fairyland Vol 2 #43 from  Image  |  Writer(s):Skottie Young  |  Artist(s):Derek Laufman  :  $3.99 I Was A Fashion School Serial Killer #5   from  Image  |  Writer(s):Doug Wagner  | Artist(s):Daniel Hillyard  :  $3.99 Blood Type #3 (EC Comics)   from  Oni Press  |  Writer(s):Corinna Bechko  | Artist(s):Andrea Sorrentino  :  $4.99 Conan The Barbarian Vol 5 #23  from  Titan Comics  |  Writer(s):Jim Zub  | Artist(s):Fernando Dagnino  :  $3.99 Mercy Sparx Daddy Issues #1   from  Devils Due Publishing  |  Writer(s):Josh Blaylock  |  Artist(s):Josh Blaylock Brian Rogers  :  $5.55 Nostalgia  Spoof #3 cover dated Jan. '73, cover priced 20 cents published by Marvel Comics This week's that guy that was in that show is  Charles Cioffi Stopover in a Quiet Town, Season 5 Episode 30, Original air date April 24, 1964

We visit Ghost, one of Comics' Greatest Worlds' breakout hits, this week! We review Blink and You'll Miss It #1 from BOOM! Studios, Radiant Black #36 from Image Comics, and Eat Your Young #1 from Mad Cave Studios. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN BLINK AND YOU'LL MISS IT #1 Writer: Ethan S. Parker, Griffin Sheridan Artist: Keith Browning Publisher: BOOM! Studios Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: August 06, 2025 Melody Nelson and Jesse Harmon fell in love long ago in the tiny town of Perennial Harbor, but since they parted ways, that place has grown stranger and stranger... Everything is just as it was decades ago, and the strained smiles of its residents mask a bizarre secret. When Melody's life begins to unravel and she finds herself slipping backward in time, she must uncover the truth behind this mystery before it destroys her... And the only one she's ever cared for. [rating:5/5] MATTHEW RADIANT BLACK #36 Writer: Kyle Higgins Artist: Stefano Simeone Publisher: Image Comics Cover Price: $3.99 Release Date: August 6, 2025 At the end of the Catalyst War, the Yellow Radiant disappeared. Time is not a straight line. Superstar artist STEFANO SIMEONE (SUPERMASSIVE, The Last Days of Black Hammer) returns to RADIANT BLACK for THE LONG LIFE OF RADIANT YELLOW! [rating:5/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3Hl3vzK RODRIGO EAT YOUR YOUNG #1 Writer: Brian Buccellato Artist: Mattia Monaco Publisher: Mad Cave Studios Cover Price: Release Date: August 20, 2025 What happens when a 2,000-year-old Immortal Warlord decides he's done? In EAT YOUR YOUNG, EDMUND IRONS names his six-year-old daughter, ELSA, as the next Alpha of his immortal clan. But every hundred years, during a brutal 27-day window known as The Centurium, his children have one chance to rip out his heart and claim the throne — or lose their immortality forever. Now, Edmund's thirty offspring — an iconic cast of genre archetypes like The Cold War Spy, The Serial Killer, The Vigilante, The Punk Rocker, and The Billionaire Futurist — turn on their father and each other in a zero-sum battle for eternal life. [rating: 3/5] DISCUSSION GHOST VOLUME 1 Writer: Erik Luke Artist: Various Publisher: Dark Horse Comics If you're already dead, you might as well make the best of it. Someone brutally murdered reporter Elisa Cameron, but back from the grave as the spectral avenger Ghost, Elisa intends to find out who killed her and why... and grab a double dose of .45-caliber retribution. But Ghost's journey to the truth follows a dark, twisted path, and the revelations she unearths may lead not to redemption, but damnation. You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/450m99f CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!

We visit Ghost, one of Comics' Greatest Worlds' breakout hits, this week! We review Blink and You'll Miss It #1 from BOOM! Studios, Radiant Black #36 from Image Comics, and Eat Your Young #1 from Mad Cave Studios. Subscribe to the Major Spoilers Podcast Network Master Feed! Major Spoilers Podcast Network Master Feed RSS Feed Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN BLINK AND YOU'LL MISS IT #1 Writer: Ethan S. Parker, Griffin Sheridan Artist: Keith Browning Publisher: BOOM! Studios Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: August 06, 2025 Melody Nelson and Jesse Harmon fell in love long ago in the tiny town of Perennial Harbor, but since they parted ways, that place has grown stranger and stranger... Everything is just as it was decades ago, and the strained smiles of its residents mask a bizarre secret. When Melody's life begins to unravel and she finds herself slipping backward in time, she must uncover the truth behind this mystery before it destroys her... And the only one she's ever cared for. [rating:5/5] MATTHEW RADIANT BLACK #36 Writer: Kyle Higgins Artist: Stefano Simeone Publisher: Image Comics Cover Price: $3.99 Release Date: August 6, 2025 At the end of the Catalyst War, the Yellow Radiant disappeared. Time is not a straight line. Superstar artist STEFANO SIMEONE (SUPERMASSIVE, The Last Days of Black Hammer) returns to RADIANT BLACK for THE LONG LIFE OF RADIANT YELLOW! [rating:5/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3Hl3vzK RODRIGO EAT YOUR YOUNG #1 Writer: Brian Buccellato Artist: Mattia Monaco Publisher: Mad Cave Studios Cover Price: Release Date: August 20, 2025 What happens when a 2,000-year-old Immortal Warlord decides he's done? In EAT YOUR YOUNG, EDMUND IRONS names his six-year-old daughter, ELSA, as the next Alpha of his immortal clan. But every hundred years, during a brutal 27-day window known as The Centurium, his children have one chance to rip out his heart and claim the throne — or lose their immortality forever. Now, Edmund's thirty offspring — an iconic cast of genre archetypes like The Cold War Spy, The Serial Killer, The Vigilante, The Punk Rocker, and The Billionaire Futurist — turn on their father and each other in a zero-sum battle for eternal life. [rating: 3/5] DISCUSSION GHOST VOLUME 1 Writer: Erik Luke Artist: Various Publisher: Dark Horse Comics If you're already dead, you might as well make the best of it. Someone brutally murdered reporter Elisa Cameron, but back from the grave as the spectral avenger Ghost, Elisa intends to find out who killed her and why... and grab a double dose of .45-caliber retribution. But Ghost's journey to the truth follows a dark, twisted path, and the revelations she unearths may lead not to redemption, but damnation. You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/450m99f CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!

We visit Ghost, one of Comics' Greatest Worlds' breakout hits, this week! We review Blink and You'll Miss It #1 from BOOM! Studios, Radiant Black #36 from Image Comics, and Eat Your Young #1 from Mad Cave Studios. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN BLINK AND YOU'LL MISS IT #1 Writer: Ethan S. Parker, Griffin Sheridan Artist: Keith Browning Publisher: BOOM! Studios Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: August 06, 2025 Melody Nelson and Jesse Harmon fell in love long ago in the tiny town of Perennial Harbor, but since they parted ways, that place has grown stranger and stranger... Everything is just as it was decades ago, and the strained smiles of its residents mask a bizarre secret. When Melody's life begins to unravel and she finds herself slipping backward in time, she must uncover the truth behind this mystery before it destroys her... And the only one she's ever cared for. [rating:5/5] MATTHEW RADIANT BLACK #36 Writer: Kyle Higgins Artist: Stefano Simeone Publisher: Image Comics Cover Price: $3.99 Release Date: August 6, 2025 At the end of the Catalyst War, the Yellow Radiant disappeared. Time is not a straight line. Superstar artist STEFANO SIMEONE (SUPERMASSIVE, The Last Days of Black Hammer) returns to RADIANT BLACK for THE LONG LIFE OF RADIANT YELLOW! [rating:5/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3Hl3vzK RODRIGO EAT YOUR YOUNG #1 Writer: Brian Buccellato Artist: Mattia Monaco Publisher: Mad Cave Studios Cover Price: Release Date: August 20, 2025 What happens when a 2,000-year-old Immortal Warlord decides he's done? In EAT YOUR YOUNG, EDMUND IRONS names his six-year-old daughter, ELSA, as the next Alpha of his immortal clan. But every hundred years, during a brutal 27-day window known as The Centurium, his children have one chance to rip out his heart and claim the throne — or lose their immortality forever. Now, Edmund's thirty offspring — an iconic cast of genre archetypes like The Cold War Spy, The Serial Killer, The Vigilante, The Punk Rocker, and The Billionaire Futurist — turn on their father and each other in a zero-sum battle for eternal life. [rating: 3/5] DISCUSSION GHOST VOLUME 1 Writer: Erik Luke Artist: Various Publisher: Dark Horse Comics If you're already dead, you might as well make the best of it. Someone brutally murdered reporter Elisa Cameron, but back from the grave as the spectral avenger Ghost, Elisa intends to find out who killed her and why... and grab a double dose of .45-caliber retribution. But Ghost's journey to the truth follows a dark, twisted path, and the revelations she unearths may lead not to redemption, but damnation. You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/450m99f CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!

Writer, Professor, and Futurist Mark Sable joins Jimmy on the podcast to talk about BOXED. BOXED is a grounded sci-fi thriller about a rogue A.I. The story was created by Mark and artist Jeremy Haun and originally published by Comixology Originals. Mad Cave Studios will be publishing the print edition with new bonus content on September 9th. Mark talks about the real life circumstances that led to his comic Unthinkable, his work as a futurist, his influences for writing BOXED, what fascinates/worries him most about A.I., plus some talk about D&D and Chaotic Neutral.   BOXED From the Publisher:  Since the first superintelligent A.I. went rogue and massacred the world's top computer scientists, it has been government agent Frank Savage's job to contain—or “box”—sentient artificial intelligence before they can become a threat to humanity. When Hippocrates, the Center for Disease Control's A.I., exceeds its programming and locks down hundreds of thousands of people, Frank is forced to turn to Pandora— an A.I. he onced boxed—to contain it. The problem? Pandora is a “honeypot” A.I. designed to seduce and destroy its targets… and Frank's ex-girlfriend. With the fate of humanity on the line, can Frank trust Pandora, or will their shared past threaten the entire mission? Boxed is a grounded Blade Runner-meets-Silence of the Lambs sci-fi thriller by Mark Sable (Miskatonic, Graveyard of Empires) and Jeremy Haun (The Beauty, The Realm). Brought to you in print for the first time by Mad Cave Studios, with brand-new bonus content! Originally released digitally by Comixology Originals. CHAOTIC NEUTRAL From the BackerKit page An oversized comic book first issue and adventure module inspired by the old school fantasy roleplaying games that scared a nation

In this divine-level episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, host Al Mega welcomes writer Mario B. Long, the mind behind God Tier Vol. 1: Prey, coming from Nakama Press, Mad Cave Studios' manga-focused imprint! Get ready for an action-packed chat about myth, manga, creative freedom, and what it takes to bring a celestial vision to life! âž¡ï¸ Learn about Mario's journey âž¡ï¸ How God Tier came to be âž¡ï¸ Why this series is a must-read for every manga and mythology fan! Order Now: https://madcavestudios.com/product/god-tier-vol-1-vol-1 Don't forget to LIKE / SUBSCRIBE / SLAY THAT BELL for more dope creator convos every week! Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 570 in an unlimited series! Hosted by Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: /comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Website: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega

NEWSSDCC biggest reveals:Marvel reveals'Buffy' and 'Angel' make comic comeback with Kelly Thompson at the helmDean and Sam hit the road again in new 'Supernatural' comic launching October 2025Swat Kats returns with first-ever comic series, launching on Kickstarter this fallNew era of TMNT launches December 2025 with Gene Luen Yang and Freddie E. Williams IIRob Liefeld's 'Youngblood' #1 flexes with star-studded variant coversVault Comics surprises retailers with free bonus boxes for 'Big Rig' #1Barbaric returns this October with brutal new one-shot ‘The Black Knight'Mad Cave Studios launching tech-horror anthology 'Terrorbytes' for fall 2025Tyler Kirkham launches high-octane action series ‘Final Boss' out November 2025'GTA' and 'Red Dead' writer Dan Houser launches new crime comic 'American Caper' for November 2025October Marvel Comics solicitations!Amazing Spider-Man swings into cosmic chaos and Goblin danger in new look at ASM #13 & #14Marvel celebrates Latin Heritage Month with 'White Tiger Reborn' one-shot Spotlighting Hector and Ava AyalaMarvel and DC's forgotten hero returns: 'Spider-Boy' #1 reprinted after nearly 30 yearsMarvel brings magic and mayhem in October 2025 in 'Strange Tales'Marvel celebrates 70 Years of 'The Muppets' with new variant covers in OctoberMarvel Knights expands with brutal new Punisher series starting October 2025Our Top Books of the WeekDave:Exquisite Corpses (2025) #3 (Pornsak Pichetshote, James Tynion IV, Valentine De Landro, Michael Walsh)The Seasons (2024) #6 (Rick Remender, Paul Azaceta)Chris:​​The Voice Said Kill #1 (Si Spurrier, Vanesa R. Del Rey)Dark Honor #3 (Brian DeCubellis,  K.S. Bruce, Ethan Sacks, David Messina) Standout KAPOW moment of the week:Chris: Godzila #1 (Tim Seeley, Nikola Čižmešija)Dave: Absolute Martian Manhunter #5 (Deniz Camp, Javier Rodriguez)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKChris: News from the Fallout #2 (Chris Condon, Jeffrey Alan Love) | DC's Kal-El-Fornia #1 (Various)Dave: Godzilla vs. America: Boston (various) and Batman: The Long Halloween - The Last Halloween #8 (Becky Cloonan, Jeph Loeb)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Assorted Crisis Events #5 (1:25 Alvaro Martinez Bueno Cover)Chris: The Savage Wolverine #1 (Tom Parkinson-Morgan Cover)

The Professor Frenzy Show Episode 366 Beneath The Trees Where Nobody Sees Rite Of Spring #1  from IDW Publishing  |  Writer(s):Patrick Horvath  |  Artist(s):Patrick Horvath  |  $4.99 Blood Type #2 (EC Comics) from Oni Press  |  Writer(s):Corinna Bechko  | Artist(s):Andrea Sorrentino  |  $4.99 Hello Darkness #12  from BOOM! Studios  |  Writer(s):Robert Hack  | Artist(s):Chris Shehan  |  $5.99 Uncanny Valley #10 from BOOM! Studios (W) Tony Fleecs (A) Dave Wachter $4.99  FML #5 from Dark Horse Comics (A) Kelly Sue DeConnick (A) David Lopez $4.99 Archie Meets Jay & Silent Bob #1 (one shot) from Archie Comics/Secret Stash Press (W) Kevin Smith (A) Fernando Ruiz and Rich Koslowski $7.99 Don't Forget Your Briefcase #1 from Mad Cave Studios  (W) Eliot Rahal (A) Phillip Sevy  $4.99  I Hate Fairyland Vol 2 #42  from Image  |  Writer(s):Skottie Young  | Artist(s):Derek Laufman  Jean Francois Beaulieu  Nate Piekos  |  $3.99 Conan The Barbarian Vol 5 #22  from Titan Comics  |  Writer(s):Jim Zub  | Artist(s):Fernando Dagnino  |  $3.99 Savage Sword Of Conan Vol 2 #9  from Titan Comics  |  Writer(s):Patrick Zircher  |  Artist(s):Patrick Zircher  |  $6.99 Transformers #22 from Image Comics (W) Daniel Warren Johnson (A) Jorge Corona $3.99  The Unchosen #1 from Image Comics (W/A) David Marquez $3.99  The Future is ****** #3 from Rekcah Comics (W) Fred Van Lente (A) Mario D'alessandro $4.04   Solomon Kane #4 from Titan Comics (W/A) Patch Zircher $4.99  This Week's Best Comic Books G.I. Joe #9 from Image Comics  (W) Joshua Williamson (A) Andrea Milana, Lee Loughridge $3.99  Blood and Thunder #3 from Image Comics (W) Benito Cereno  (A) E.J. Su $3.99  Los Monstruos #3  from Dark Horse  |  Writer(s):James Robinson  | Artist(s):Jesus Merino  |  $4.99 Dread The Hall H #1 (One Shot)  from Image  |  Writer(s):Chris Ryall Jordan Hart  |  Artist(s):Nelson Daniel   Piotr Kowalski   Jimmy Kucaj   Chris Anderson  |  $6.99 Ghost Pepper #1  from Image  |  Writer(s):Ludo Lullabi  |  Artist(s):Ludo Lullabi   Adriano Lucas  |  $4.99 I Was A Fashion School Serial Killer #4  from Image  |  Writer(s):DougWagner  |  Artist(s):Daniel Hillyard  |  $3.99 Phantom Road #14 from Image  |  Writer(s):Jeff Lemire  |  Artist(s):Gabriel  Hernandez Walta   Jordie Bellaire  |  $3.99 This Ends Tonight #1  from Image  |  Writer(s):Gerry Duggan  |  Artist(s):Jae Lee  |  $4.99 Catacomb Of Torment #1 (EC Comics) from Oni Press  |  Writer(s):John Acrudi  Marguerite Bennett  Matt Kindt  |  Artist(s):Patrick Piazzalungo  David Lapham  Dan McDaid  |  $4.99 Post Malones Big Rig #1  from Vault Comics  |  Writer(s):Adrian Wassel  Post Malone  |  Artist(s):Nathan Gooden  |  $6.99 Nostalgia MAD magazine #180, cover dated Jan. ‘76, cover priced 50 cents - “Jaw'd”  - a movie parody; (W) Larry Siegel (A) Mort Drucker  This week's that guy that was in that show is  Dick O'Neil Today our Frenzy Faves is a favorite Twilight Zone episode Death Ship, Season 4 Episode 6, Original air date February 7, 1963

Always five, fighting as one! This week, we look at the Gatchaman series from Mad Cave Studios, and we discuss which Spider-Man foe would be a great foil for Batman. Plus, we review Be Not Afraid #1 from BOOM! Studios, Ghost Rider vs. Galactus #1 from Marvel Comics, and Blue Palo Verde #1 from Mad Cave Studios. Subscribe to the Major Spoilers Podcast Network Master Feed!

Always five, fighting as one! This week, we look at the Gatchaman series from Mad Cave Studios, and we discuss which Spider-Man foe would be a great foil for Batman. Plus, we review Be Not Afraid #1 from BOOM! Studios, Ghost Rider vs. Galactus #1 from Marvel Comics, and Blue Palo Verde #1 from Mad Cave Studios. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN BE NOT AFRAID #1 Writer: Jude Ellison S. Doyle Artist: Lisandro Estherren Publisher: BOOM! Studios Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: June 04, 2025 Cora Reims lived the isolated life of a simple farm girl until one fateful summer day, prophetic visions brought her a visitor made of pure light... an angel. In the aftermath, Cora gave birth to a child, a Nephilim: the offspring of an angel and a human woman, seemingly imbued with evil itself. 17 years later, that child's cherubic appearance can no longer hide his monstrous nature. Frogs boil in their skins as he passes. Crops rot. The townspeople live in fear, knowing that atrocities follow closely behind him. Now, on the eve of his 18th birthday, Cora receives a new vision... Heaven itself has called upon her to destroy the abomination born of her own flesh and blood. [rating:2.5/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4kEK5EF MATTHEW GHOST RIDER VS. GALACTUS #1 Writer: J. Michael Straczynski Artist: Juan Ferreyra Publisher: Marvel Comics Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: June 4, 2025 THE DEVOURER OF WORLDS BATTLES THE SPIRIT OF VENGEANCE! GALACTUS roams the cosmos in search of sustenance he extracts from thriving planets, leaving them as dying husks. GHOST RIDER, Johnny Blaze, punishes souls who are deemed worthy of vengeance. What happens when these two powers collide? Find out when superstar artist JUAN FERREYRA joins J. MICHAEL STRACZYNSKI for the penultimate pairing across the mighty Marvel landscape [rating:4/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4jz5tts RODRIGO BLUE PALO VERDE #1 Writer: Ray Fawkes Artist: Rimanti Colorist: Rifan Kartakusumah Letterer: Frank Cvetkovic Publisher: Mad Cave Studios Release Date: June 11, 2025 On her first day out of jail, Kristine Woods discovers that her father has disappeared into a mysterious isolated town hidden in the New Mexico desert. Now it's up to her to find him and rescue him from a bizarre and unnatural threat. An atmospheric folk-horror story of dread and redemption set in the American Southwest, starting in June 2025! [rating: 4/5] DISCUSSION GATCHAMAN VOLUME 1 Writer: Cullen Bunn Artist: Chris Batista Publisher: Mad Cave Studios Cover Price: $17.99 A mechanical terror has descended upon numerous cities and the world's greatest scientists are disappearing. Our only hope: Science Ninja Team Gatchaman! As they battle these machinations from the international terrorist organization known as Galactor, their strength, willpower, and even vehicles are pushed to the absolute limit. If they fail…who's waiting in the wings to take their place? The first exciting volume in an ongoing series that expands upon the original anime series! You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4klSsVl CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!

After half a year, our Spectrum Book Club podcast series with collaborators Rick Quinn and Dave Chisholm finds its ending. It's bittersweet but equally exhilarating. The sixth issue in the Mad Cave Studios series lands the thesis, connecting every reader to every creator and revealing their powers in the process. You. Yeah, you. You're probably a maker, whether or not you're actively aware of your creations, and your tiny results forever bind you to those who came before, those who surround you today, and those who will come after you. Through Spectrum 6, Rick Quinn and Dave Chisholm plot a course through human history, and damn, we're super excited to follow. Our final Spectrum Book Club session explores endings, forces our interpretations upon Rick Quinn and Dave Chisholm, and sits in their squirmy silence as they let us hang with our unconfirmed story solutions. These episodes are a unique set within the Comic Book Couples Counseling catalog, and we're thrilled with those who have followed along from November 2024 to nearly June 2025. Even more exciting are those ears that will discover these conversations months and years from now. All six Spectrum issues are currently available from Mad Cave Studios, and the trade paperback release is scheduled for July 15th. Make sure you're following Dave Chisholm on his Website, TikTok, Instagram, and Bluesky. And follow Rick Quinn on his Website, Bluesky, and Instagram. This Week's Sponsor We're sponsored by 2000 AD, the greatest comic you're not reading! Within its pages is a whole universe of characters, from Judge Dredd and Strontium Dog to Rogue Trooper, Shakara, Halo Jones, and the poor sods slogging across the Cursed Earth in The Helltrekkers. Get a print subscription at your door every week - and the first issue is free! Or subscribe digitally, get free back issues, and download DRM-free copies of each issue for just $9 a month. That's 128 pages of incredible monthly comics for less than $10. Other Relevant Links to This Week's Episode: CBCC's Comic Shop Road Trip Spectrum Book Club Part One Spectrum Book Club Part Two Spectrum Book Club Part Three Spectrum Book Club Part Four Spectrum Book Club Part Five Patreon Exclusive: Saga of the Swamp Thing Book Club Support Your Local Comic Shop Free Patreon Series Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. The Comic Book Couples Counseling TeePublic Merch Page. 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.

We look back at the original Huck series from Mark Millar and Rafael Albuquerque this week on the Major Spoilers Podcast. We also review Family Force V from Skybound Comet, Archie is Mr. Justice #4 from Archie Comics, and The Pale Knight #1 from Mad Cave Studios. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN FAMILY FORCE V Writer: Matt Braly Artist: Ainsworth Lin Publisher: Skybound Comet Cover Price: $16.99 Release Date: May 28, 2025 Fighting alien kaiju with your family on a Friday night is a totally normal part of being a teenager...right? Well, it is for Maise who, despite her protests, continues the family legacy of keeping the world safe, all while trying to get good grades, impress her crush, and balance extracurriculars. But growing up in this family means Maise must live up to the expectations of those she's destined to protect while not losing herself in the process. Matt Braly (Disney's Amphibia) and Ainsworth Lin team up for the YA graphic novel of the year full of action and charm in FAMILY FORCE V! [rating:4/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/435Zebx MATTHEW ARCHIE IS MR JUSTICE #4 Writer: Blake Howard Artist: Federico Sabbatini Publisher: Archie Comics Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: May 21, 2025 BRAND NEW 4-PART ARCHIE PREMIUM EVENT LIMITED SERIES! This is it-the heart-wrenching conclusion to the epic four-part series is here. We finally get the perspective of Archie's lifelong friend-turned-enemy Reggie Mantle. What went wrong that sent these two young men on such different paths? And can the power of jealousy, resentment, and fear be the most destructive of all? [rating:3/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3H2HDJ7 RODRIGO THE PALE KNIGHT #1 Writer: Peter Miligan Artist: Valdeci Rodrigues Nogueira Publisher: Mad Cave Studios Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: May 28, 2025 England, 1349. Sir Hugh de Grey, the Pale Knight, returns from war to find a land ravaged by the Black Death, and his son dying of the plague. When he prays to God to save his son's life, it is not God who answers—but Death himself. And Death is willing to cut a deal [rating: 3.5/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3Zp9NUO DISCUSSION HUCK Writer: Mark Millar Artist: Rafael Albuquerque Publisher: Dark Horse Comics Cover Price: $15.46 In a quiet seaside town, a gas station clerk named Huck secretly uses his special gifts to do a good deed each day. But when his story leaks, a media firestorm erupts, bringing him uninvited fame. As pieces of Huck's past begin to resurface, it's no longer clear who his friends are - or whose lives may be in danger. This series from writer MARK MILLAR and artist RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE presents a comic book unlike anything you've read before. You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4jakvW8 CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!

We look back at the original Huck series from Mark Millar and Rafael Albuquerque this week on the Major Spoilers Podcast. We also review Family Force V from Skybound Comet, Archie is Mr. Justice #4 from Archie Comics, and The Pale Knight #1 from Mad Cave Studios. Subscribe to the Major Spoilers Podcast Network Master Feed! Major Spoilers Podcast Network Master Feed RSS Feed Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure the Major Spoilers Podcast continues far into the future! Join our Discord server and chat with fellow Spoilerites! (https://discord.gg/jWF9BbF) REVIEWS STEPHEN FAMILY FORCE V Writer: Matt Braly Artist: Ainsworth Lin Publisher: Skybound Comet Cover Price: $16.99 Release Date: May 28, 2025 Fighting alien kaiju with your family on a Friday night is a totally normal part of being a teenager...right? Well, it is for Maise who, despite her protests, continues the family legacy of keeping the world safe, all while trying to get good grades, impress her crush, and balance extracurriculars. But growing up in this family means Maise must live up to the expectations of those she's destined to protect while not losing herself in the process. Matt Braly (Disney's Amphibia) and Ainsworth Lin team up for the YA graphic novel of the year full of action and charm in FAMILY FORCE V! [rating:4/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/435Zebx MATTHEW ARCHIE IS MR JUSTICE #4 Writer: Blake Howard Artist: Federico Sabbatini Publisher: Archie Comics Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: May 21, 2025 BRAND NEW 4-PART ARCHIE PREMIUM EVENT LIMITED SERIES! This is it-the heart-wrenching conclusion to the epic four-part series is here. We finally get the perspective of Archie's lifelong friend-turned-enemy Reggie Mantle. What went wrong that sent these two young men on such different paths? And can the power of jealousy, resentment, and fear be the most destructive of all? [rating:3/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3H2HDJ7 RODRIGO THE PALE KNIGHT #1 Writer: Peter Miligan Artist: Valdeci Rodrigues Nogueira Publisher: Mad Cave Studios Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: May 28, 2025 England, 1349. Sir Hugh de Grey, the Pale Knight, returns from war to find a land ravaged by the Black Death, and his son dying of the plague. When he prays to God to save his son's life, it is not God who answers—but Death himself. And Death is willing to cut a deal [rating: 3.5/5] You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/3Zp9NUO DISCUSSION HUCK Writer: Mark Millar Artist: Rafael Albuquerque Publisher: Dark Horse Comics Cover Price: $15.46 In a quiet seaside town, a gas station clerk named Huck secretly uses his special gifts to do a good deed each day. But when his story leaks, a media firestorm erupts, bringing him uninvited fame. As pieces of Huck's past begin to resurface, it's no longer clear who his friends are - or whose lives may be in danger. This series from writer MARK MILLAR and artist RAFAEL ALBUQUERQUE presents a comic book unlike anything you've read before. You can purchase this issue via our Amazon affiliate link - https://amzn.to/4jakvW8 CLOSE Contact us at podcast@majorspoilers.com A big Thank You goes out to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens, and supports this show. We really appreciate you taking the time to listen to our ramblings each week. Tell your friends!

First issues are hard. Last issues are hard. Second-to-last issues are hard. Maybe...all issues are hard? Book Club is back in session with creators Rick Quinn and Dave Chisholm, discussing Spectrum #5, the penultimate issue in their brilliant Mad Cave Studios series. With the end just around the corner (the final issue arrives in shops on May 21st, as does our final Book Club episode with Quinn and Chisholm, so mark your calendars), Spectrum #5 must elevate and explode a bunch of grandiose ideas about art that the comic has so far been teasing or suggesting. Spectrum #5 is a BIG comic following two central characters while traversing multiple timelines and encountering alternate-dimension stand-ins for iconic cultural figures and places from our world. Quinn and Chisholm might not say it, but we will: PBGBs is CBGBs, and Gloria Bell is Patti Smith. Half the pleasure of reading Spectrum is tracking their sci-fi alternatives of real-world legends, which recalls similar joys had when devouring Alan Moore and Kevin O'Neill's The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen. However, as Spectrum #5 ramps toward its fiery conclusion next month, the fervor with which Quinn and Chisholm explore vital artistry is the ultimate appeal. Why do humans sing? Why do they paint? Why do they tell stories to one another? During a moment when artistic expression is recklessly dismissed or downright eradicated, Spectrum #5 shows its readers how they're constantly engaged with creative expression and why only the most vile and pathetic people are detached from it. Last month's Spectrum Book Club was extremely process-heavy in its conversation. Now, for the penultimate issue, it's time to dig into the thematic weeds, have a serious chat about human connection, and worry not about labels of pretension. We're all friends here. Spectrum 1 - 5 are currently available from Mad Cave Studios, and the final issue will arrive in shops on April 21st. Make sure you're following Dave Chisholm on his Website, TikTok, Instagram, and Bluesky. And follow Rick Quinn on his Website, Bluesky, and Instagram. This Week's Sponsor We're sponsored by 2000 AD, the greatest comic you're not reading! Within its pages is a whole universe of characters, from Judge Dredd and Strontium Dog to Rogue Trooper, Shakara, Halo Jones, and the poor sods slogging across the Cursed Earth in The Helltrekkers. Get a print subscription at your door every week - and the first issue is free! Or subscribe digitally, get free back issues, and download DRM-free copies of each issue for just $9 a month. That's 128 pages of incredible monthly comics for less than $10. Other Relevant Links to This Week's Episode: Spectrum Book Club Part One Spectrum Book Club Part Two Spectrum Book Club Part Three Spectrum Book Club Part Four Four Color Fantasies Charity Sketch Cover Auction Patreon Exclusive: Saga of the Swamp Thing Book Club Support Your Local Comic Shop Free Patreon Series Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY. The Comic Book Couples Counseling TeePublic Merch Page. 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.