Podcast appearances and mentions of Mark Waid

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 135:53

Jace and Rocky break down all 13 DC releases for the week of August 19, 2026. Dark Knights of Steel #2 finds Amanda Waller's machinations continuing as an illness threatens Kara and the House of El, while Barbara Gordon serves as a literal Oracle and the developing relationship between Kal-El and Lois adds another layer to Tom Taylor's expanding fantasy world. Lobo #6 sends Lobo to Hell to battle the Tooth Fairy in an intentionally ridiculous detour, but the issue feels disconnected from the characters and plot threads Scotty Young had carried forward from the previous arc, making the story feel unusually disposable. End of Life #7 sees Eddie's attempt to do something genuinely good by rescuing a kidnapped kid land him in the hands of the killers hunting him, and after escaping another brutal beating he discovers Little Cock has finally caught up with him looking for revenge over the death of Big Cock. Beneath all the absurd violence and comedy, Eddie's relationship with his dying father continues to give the series a surprisingly human core. Deathstroke the Terminator #6 escalates Adeline's revenge from murdering Wintergreen to trying to kill Rose, forcing an already battered Slade into a confrontation with his ex-wife. Slade survives, but the real damage is psychological: stripped of his identity as the world's greatest assassin, he is left wondering what remains if he is no longer a "killer for hire" and is simply a killer. Catwoman #90 finally gives Maggie Kyle the chance to confront Black Mask and use a nerve agent against the man who murdered her husband and traumatized her, but what should have been a powerful moment of Maggie reclaiming her agency feels frustratingly abrupt and underdeveloped. The conclusion also leaves the fates of Black Mask and Katarina Belova open while Carmine Falcone remains firmly embedded in Selina's increasingly complicated family story. New Titans #38 brings Static to Titans Mountain while he struggles to control his powers, Yara Flor begins experiencing visions of her Amazonian homeland and Stephanie Brown continues growing into a leadership role. There are plenty of potentially interesting threads, but with so many characters competing for space, the issue feels disjointed and several of the Titans come across as noticeably younger and less experienced than their recent portrayals. Batman/Superman: World's Finest #54 drags Batman, Superman and their fellow heroes into Hell for a baseball game against its denizens in a deliberately absurd one-and-done that recalls DC's old Super-Sports stories. Mark Waid makes the ridiculous premise work, although for an actual baseball story, Jace wanted considerably more baseball. Absolute Flash #18 keeps expanding Wally's world as Absolute Hunter Zolomon, Director Bones and Eleanor Thawne all enter the picture, while Eleanor genuinely believes the Absolute Justice League are the good guys. Ralph Dibny may also have just experienced the event that gives him his powers, setting up a potentially wild confrontation between Wally, Abra Kadabra and Hunter Zolomon. Batwoman #6 flashes back through most of its story to events before the series began, clarifying how Kate and Beth reached the point where their stories diverged, before the final pages return to the present after Kate has rescued her sister. The added context helps explain some of the confusion from the first five issues, although ending with both sisters seeing the same psychiatrist still leaves the series in an unusual place moving forward. Absolute Green Arrow #4 provides more context for Absolute Oliver Queen's values and creates a stark contrast with Hector Hammond's depravity, while a terrifying Absolute Solomon Grundy enters the picture and Dinah Lance appears increasingly close to manifesting powers of her own. The lingering question remains whether the mysterious Green Arrow can actually be Oliver at all when Hammond claims Oliver Queen died and attempts to resurrect him failed. Nightwing #131 has Dick preparing to turn himself in over the catastrophic bridge accident no one believes was caused by a witch, only for another woman to suddenly confess to being the witch herself. That apparent manipulation deepens the supernatural mystery as events from Blüdhaven's past continue reaching into the present and Nightwing remains caught in the middle. Wonder Woman #36 continues Steve Trevor's telling of the story of the woman he loves to his daughter as Stephanie Williams retells Diana's origin with strong Clayton Henry artwork. There is little here that substantially changes the familiar story, but framing it through Steve sharing Diana's history with a daughter who is equal parts Steve and Diana gives the retelling some added emotional resonance. Finally, Superman Unlimited #16 pushes the Kingdom of Zod event forward at full speed as the Superman family rallies against Zod, including the first meeting between Mark Waid's current Superboy and Supergirl. Superman and Zod eventually suit up for a battle that is still raging when the issue ends, making this chapter feel less like a self-contained story and more like one sustained piece of a much larger action sequence. Jace and Rocky also cover this week's collected editions, reprints and facsimiles before ranking all 13 books and revealing their Books of the Week. Follow The Comic Source on all social media with our Linktree - https://linktr.ee/thecomicsource 00:00 — DC Week Overview, Doug Wagner, Marvel & Rob Liefeld Discussion 16:39 — Dark Knights of Steel #2 22:29 — Lobo #6 25:40 — End of Life #7 32:54 — Deathstroke the Terminator #6 44:37 — Catwoman #90 51:57 — New Titans #38 57:42 — Batman/Superman: World's Finest #54 1:09:52 — Absolute Flash #18 1:20:29 — Batwoman #6 1:29:40 — Absolute Green Arrow #4 1:39:31 — Nightwing #131 1:43:52 — Wonder Woman #36 1:52:25 — Superman Unlimited #16 2:02:04 — Collected Editions, Reprints & Facsimiles 2:05:58 — Rankings & Books of the Week

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Episode 517: Batman and Robin Year One is BACK

11 O'Clock Comics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2026 181:48

Welcome to Comics From The Multiverse, our DC comics podcast! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:12:22 - ComiXology Top 10 0:22:17 - Absolute Batman #23 (Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta) 0:43:04 - Kingdom of Zod Parts 1 & 2 - Supergirl #16 & Action Comics #1101 1:10:23 - Barbara Gordon: Breakout #3 (Mariko Tamaki and Amancay Nahuelpan) 1:22:06 - Green Lantern Corps #18 (LGY #121) (Morgan Hampton and Fernando Passarin, Juan José Ryp) 1:30:55 - Batman & Robin: Year One - Dynamic Duos #1 (Mark Waid and Chris Samnee) 1:54:14 - The Fury of Firestorm #4 (Jeff Lemire and Rafael de Latorre) 2:09:27 - Clayface: Celebrity Dirt #2 (Jude Ellison S. Doyle and Fran Galán) 2:29:13 - The Nice House by the Sea #11 (James Tynion IV and Álvaro Martínez Bueno) 2:49:32 - Picks of the Week patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Audio: https://comicsfromthemultiverse.podbean.com/ Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

Crazy Takes and Wild Revelations!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2026 120:38

We lean a little heavy on one of the Big 2 tonight talking about Superman 2026 Annual: Year One Thousand by Joshua Williamson, Eddy Barrows, Yasmine Putri, and Adriano Lucas and a bit of a Batman-O-Rama with Batman by Matt Fraction, Jorge Jiménez, and Tomeu Morey; Absolute Batman by Scott Snyder, Werther Dell'Edera, Nick Dragotta, and Frank Martin; and Batman and Robin: Year One - Dynamic Duos by Mark Waid, Chris Samnee, and Mat Lopes! Plus, Raquelle Jac's Bimbo Agitprop; The Eye Collector by Jonathan Ball and G. M. B. Chomichuk; Blüdwire by Pallie Paul Allor, Ermitis Blanco, and Ermitis Blanco; the second volume of Tadao Tsuge's Boat Life; and so much more!

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Campus Comics Cast 241 - First Five Kang and Captain America

Campus Comics Cast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026

Join the campus comics cast for its most wibbly wobbly timey wimey episode yet as we discuss Kang the Conqueror. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:10 Intro 00:04:50 First Five Kang 00:35:18 Captain America by Mark Waid 01:08:00 CLZ Shake 01:11:37 Next Episode 01:12:06 Outros 01:12:45 Stinger Can you untangle Kang the Conqueror's earliest appearances—and survive a Captain America story where the Red Skull gains terrifying Cosmic Cube power? If Marvel's time-travel continuity, character variants, and decades of comic-book history have ever felt overwhelming, this episode gives you a guided conversation through the origins of Kang, Rama-Tut, and Immortus—then shifts to a high-stakes Captain America and Red Skull storyline from Mark Waid's run. Follow Kang's evolution from Silver Age conqueror to the time-twisting Marvel villain fans know today. Explore the connections among Kang, Rama-Tut, Immortus, Doctor Doom, and the strange logic of comic-book time travel. Hear an honest review of Mark Waid and Andy Kubert's Captain America story, featuring the Red Skull, the Cosmic Cube, the Watcher, and a surprising Korvac reveal. Play the episode now for a spoiler-filled, issue-by-issue trip through Kang's first five comic appearances and a cosmic Captain America showdown that earns its place on your reading list. The episode covers Fantastic Four #19, Fantastic Four Annual #2, Avengers #8, #10, and #11 for the Kang discussion, followed by Mark Waid's Captain America #12–17, including the Red Skull's return and Korvac's reveal.

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Episode 571

Rabbitt Stew Comics

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2026 168:40

Featuring: Spider-Man Brand New Day, Hawk-Girl Summer, What If… Kraven Survived, Queen in Black, Nano, Horror of Godzilla, Jughead Piemageddon, Black Star, Dirt Beneath the Devil Weekly Reviews: DC Batman/Superman: World's Finest 2026 Annual by Mark Russell, Clayton Henry, Pedro Estouco Mark Waid, Tyrone Finch, Pat Boutin, Romulo Fajardo Jr. DC's Hawk-Girl Summer 1 by Meghan Fitzmartin, Meghan Hetrick, Nick Filardi Trick Weeks, Nikola Cizmesija, Francesco Segala Josh Trujillo, Andrew Dillon, Big Doors Studio Dacy Lim, Rowan MacColl Andre Frattino, Rafael Perez, Luis Guerrero Siobhan Chiffon, Cathy Le Ramon Perez Cavan Scott, Rafael Loureiro, Alex Guimaraes Detective Comics 2026 Annual by Tom Taylor, Nicola Scott, Annette Kwok Dave Wielgosz, Fran Mariscal Justice League: Knight Vision Special by Mark Waid, Joshua Williamson, Miguel Mendonca, Romulo Fajardo Jr. Tate Brombal, Sami Basri, Adriano Lucas Superman 2026 Annual: Year One Thousand 1 by Joshua Williamson, Eddy Barrows, Adriano Lucas Joshua Williamson, Yasmine Putri Marvel Predator vs. Planet of the Apes 1 by Greg Pak, Alan Robinson, Espen Grundtjern Queen in Black 1 by Al Ewing, Ivan Coello, Ze Carlos, Guru eFX Queen in Black: Defenders of Light and Dark 1 by Al Ewing, Tom Waltz, Ze Carlos, Fer Sifuentes-Sujo Queen in Black: Hela 1 by Al Ewing, Carlos Magno, Espen Grundtjern Rocket Raccoon: Rocket Rewind 1 by Christos Gage, Todd Nauck, Rachelle Rosenberg Mackenzie Cadenhead, Enid Balam, Fer Sifuentes-Cujo J.M. DeMatteis, Shawn McManus, Luis Guerrero Bill Mantlo, Keith Giffen What If…? Spider-Man (What If Kraven Survived His Last Hunt?) by J.M. DeMatteis, Yildiray Cinar, Alex Sinclair Marvel Unlimited Infinity Comics: Marvel Meow 39 by Nao Fuji Alien Street Fighter vs. The Valiant Universe Special 1 by Tim Seeley, Alfredo Cardona, Javier Tartaglia Timmy Heague, Rocio Zucchi, Javier Tartaglia Archie Jughead: Piemageddon by Tom King, Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski, Rosadio Pena Dark Horse Nano 1 by Alexandra Grant, Matt Kindt, Natacha Bustos IDW Horror of Godzilla 1 by Ethan Parker, Griffin Sheridan, Tristan Jones, Josh Burcham Mad Cave Dirt Beneath the Devil 1 by Dan Panosian, David Ferracci, Lee Loughridge Speed Racer: Tales From the Road – The Rook 1 by: Jim McCann, Francesco Scimonelli, Marissa Louise Alessio Zonna Jordan Morris, Lorenzo Susi, Marco Pelandra Titan Black Star 1 by Kristin Kreuk, Peter Mooney, Eric Putzer, Joe Bocardo, Valentina Bianconi OGN Countdown Frozen: Snowgies Sleepover by David Booher, Lucinia Tozzi, Silvana Brys Jackson's Wilder Adventures Vol 3: Pals and Parents by Sarah Davidson Avatar the Last Airbender Chibis Vol 2: Sokka's Boomerang Class by Kelly Leigh Miller, Ruka Ito Trailer Park Warlock Vol 2 by Matthew Rainwater Legend of Korra: Kya the Secret of the Sand by Kiku Hughes, Alexandria Monik, Diana Sousa The Girl Who Loved Monsters by Insha Fitzpatrick, Ashley Robin Franklin Hand Me Down by Damian Alexander Kingdom Unraveled: A Closely Knit Graphic Adventure by Mariana DiMercurio Dare You to Dance by Rebecca Mock TV My Adventures With Superman 3.8 X-Men '97 2.7 Movies Spider-Man: Brand New Day Additional Reviews: Star Trek's "Event Horizon" News: Omninews, Wonder Man cancelled, two Nightmare on Elm Street reboots coming, Samara Weaving is Emma Frost, no go on Booster Gold Trailers: Jumanji-Open World, Wicker Comics Countdown (29 July 2026): Feral 25 by Tony Fleecs, Tone Rodriguez, Trish Forstner, Brad Simpson Red Roots 4 by Lorenzo De Felici Nano 1 by Alexandra Grant, Matt Kindt, Natacha Bustos Geiger 24 by Geoff Johns, Gary Frank, Brad Anderson Superman 2026 Annual: Year One Thousand 1 by Joshua Williamson, Eddy Barrows, Adriano Lucas, Yasmin Putri Jughead: Piemageddon 1 by Tom King, Dan Parent, Rich Koslowski, Rosadio Pena Mortal Thor 13 by Al Ewing, Juann Cabal, Matt Milla What If…? Spider-Man 1 by J.M. DeMatteis, Yildiray Cinar, Alex Sinclair Dirt Beneath the Devil 1 by Dan Panosian, David Ferracci, Lee Loughridge Rocket Raccoon: Rocket Rewind 1

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Jokerns många ansikten vittnar om identitetskris

OBS

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 11:20

Jokern har inte ett förflutet eller ens en identitet, han har flera som han konstant pendlar mellan. Jimmy Håkansson reflekterar över den leende mannens betydelse i Batmans universum. Lyssna på alla avsnitt i Sveriges Radios app. ESSÄ: Detta är en text där skribenten reflekterar över ett ämne eller ett verk. Åsikter som uttrycks är skribentens egna. Först sänd 2019-09-19.Våren 1940 är det premiär för en ny serietidning. Huvudpersonen Bruce Wayne debuterade egentligen året före, då som en excentrisk miljonär som bearbetar sina föräldrars mord genom att klä ut sig till en fladdermus och bekämpa brott.Men det är i det första numret av “Batman” som vi får träffa en flinande gangster som stjäl juveler och mördar sina offer på exakta klockslag. I slutet av berättelsen drar skurken kniv och gör ett utfall mot den rättrådige hämnaren. Men i stället för att sticka ner hjälten snubblar han och hugger sig själv i bröstet.Det var inte tänkt att Jokern skulle överleva sitt möte med Batman. Han var bara en dussinskurk som läsaren skulle glömma bort i tid till nästa nummer. Men redaktören Whitney Ellsworth såg potentialen i gangsterclownen, och innan tidningen skickades till tryckeriet lät han rita dit en sista bildruta. Det nya avslutet var en hastig efterhandskonstruktion som ställde handlingen på sin ända.Jokern åker iväg med en ambulans där läkaren gör en häpnadsväckande upptäckt: Jokern lever – och kommer att överleva.Och överleva gjorde han. I snart 80 år har figuren som skapades av Jerry Robinson, Bill Finger och Bob Kane varit en grundsten i populärkulturen. Först 2019 fick han sin första egna långfilm, men Jokerns historia har varit föremål för otaliga tolkningar ända sedan 1940. I de flesta av dessa tolkningar återkommer en nyckelscen: Ett misslyckat inbrott i fabriken Ace Chemicals där en man faller ner i en tank med farliga kemikalier som färgar hans hår grönt, bleker hyn vit och förvrider ansiktet till ett permanent grin.I seriealbumet “The killing joke” från 1988 gör Alan Moore en ansats att mänskliggöra superskurken. Här är Jokern ingenjören som säger upp sig från sitt jobb för att satsa på stand up-karriären. Men det går inget vidare och för att försörja sin gravida fru blir han övertalad av två gangsters att genomföra en stöt mot sin före detta arbetsgivare, Ace Chemicals.Men samma dag omkommer frun i en tragisk hushållsolycka. Motvilligt blir han meddragen till fabriken där kuppen går åt skogen och han själv trillar ner i ett syrabad och spolas ut genom ett avloppsrör.En dålig dag kan få vem som helst att tappa sitt moraliska fotfäste menar Jokern i “The killing joke”. För att pröva sin tes utsätter han poliskommissarien James Gordon – Batmans bundsförvant – för en serie grymheter där han bland annat förgriper sig på Gordons dotter och skjuter henne i magen.Alan Moore skildrade Jokern som en moraliskt komplex karaktär på ett aldrig tidigare skådat vis. Men förändring i sig var inget nytt för clownen – det har alltid varit en del av hans repertoar.När Jokern debuterade på 40-talet var han en psykotisk gangster med fedorahatt och kulsprutepistol. Under 50-talet blev serietidningarna anklagade för att vara för våldsamma. Branschen svarade med att starta det självreglerande organet The comics code, och till följd av detta blev Jokern degraderad från livsfarlig polismördare till en barnvänlig pajas som rånade sina offer med skrattgas.Det var inte förrän på 70- och framförallt 80-talet som han hittade tillbaka till sitt ursprungliga mörker. I Jim Starlins “A death in the family” slår Jokern ihjäl Robin med en kofot, och i Frank Millers “Dark knight returns” går han så långt att han tar sitt eget liv bara för att sätta dit Batman för mordet.“The killing joke” må ha mejslat ut en bakgrundshistoria för skurken, men det ska inte misstas för ett facit. Jokern är en opålitlig berättare, och i en betydande scen säger han att han inte ens själv litar på sina minnen."Ibland minns jag det på ett sätt. Ibland på ett annat. Om jag ska ha ett förflutet vill jag ha flera val."Kanske är repliken en subtil pik till serieförlaget DC Comics notoriska skarvande med tidslinjer och kontinuiteter. Sedan 60-talet har DC snärjt in Batmanmytologin i så många alternativa världar, tidsresor och -paradoxer att det är omöjligt att reda ut härvan.I ett parallellt universum är det till exempel Bruce Wayne som skjuts ihjäl i gränden utanför biografen och inte föräldrarna Thomas och Martha. Händelsen utlöser en märklig kedjereaktion som slutar med att Thomas blir Batman och Martha Jokern.“Vill du veta hur jag fick mina ärr?” frågar Heath Ledgers Joker vid flera tillfällen i Christopher Nolans film “The dark knight” och pekar på ärren som vanställer hans mun till ett groteskt flin. Och varje gång får vi en ny förklaring.Vad säger det? Att Jokern inte har ett ursprung – han har flera.Den insikten blir särskilt tydlig när man läser essäsamlingen ”The Joker: A serious study of the clown prince of crime” där ett tjugotal forskare och skribenter försöker komma underfund med vem Jokern verkligen är.En av de medverkande drar paralleller till Lady Gagas postmoderna identitetspussel – även en konstruerad identitet är en identitet. En annan kallar den narrande förbrytaren för en Nietzscheansk övermänniska. Däremellan finns en anekdot om hur Tea party-rörelsen spred bilder på den dåvarande amerikanske presidenten Barack Obama med Jokerns ansiktsmålning. Obamas liberala politik var jämförbar med Jokerns anarki, menade den högerpopulistiska rörelsen.Enligt den slovenske filosofen Slavoj Žižeks analys av ”The dark knight” är Jokern den ende sanningssägaren i en värld där eliten upprätthåller ordningen med ädla lögner.Men den ena teorin tycks tala emot den andra.Så när författaren Mark Waid tolkade Jokerns ursprung i ett seriealbum från 2007 lät han skurken själv spela ut en kortlek där varje spelkort erbjöd en möjlig förklaring. En misslyckad komiker, en obetydlig gangster, ett kriminellt geni.Så? Vem var han? Vilket alternativ var det rätta? “Det beror på hur man blandar korten”, skrattar Jokern och kuperar leken.Att Jokern inte har någon sann identitet understryks av att han till skillnad från sin ärkefiende inte bär en mask. Han behöver ingen mask eftersom han jämfört med Batman är mer naturkraft än människa. Som Brian Azzallero skriver är Jokern en sjukdom. En sjukdom som saknar botemedel. En sjukdom som härjade långt innan Gotham restes och som kommer att fortsätta härja långt efter staden brunnit ner.Men förmodligen lyckades Grant Morrison knäcka nöten redan 1989 i serietidningen “Arkham asylum”. Här berättar en psykolog på Arkhams kombinerade fängelse och mentalsjukhus att hon ägnat år åt att analysera Jokern för att hitta roten till hans identitet och därigenom hans drivkraft. Men arbetet var fruktlöst. Det enda hon kom fram till är att Jokern saknar personlighet och därför måste skapa sig själv från grunden varje dag.Närmare än så lär vi inte komma Jokern som person. Men i och med att hans flyktighet är evig så får han också en betydelse som sträcker sig bortom den enskilda individen. Han blir ondskan som alltid finns där, eller snarare ondskan som vi människor tenderar att återskapa gång på gång, trots alla våra goda avsikter.Att Jokern är livskraftig än i dag beror på att han förvandlas och återföds varje gång han hamnar i händerna på en ny generation berättare. Kanske var det just det Whitney Ellsworth förutspådde när han för 79 år sedan lade till den där sista rutan och för evigt förändrade den populärkulturella historieskrivningen. För en sak är säker. Så länge leken blandas kommer Jokern att leva.Jimmy Håkansson, kulturskribentLitteraturAlan Moore: The killing joke. (DC Comics 1988)Jim Starlin: A death in the family. (DC Comics 1988)Frank Miller: The dark knight returns. (DC Comics)Brian Azzalero: Joker. (DC Comics 2008)Grant Morrison: Arkham asylum: A serious house on serious earth. (DC Comics 1989)Robert Moses Peaslee, Robert G. Weiner med flera: The Joker: A serious study of the clown prince of crime. (University Press of Mississippi 2015)

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Book Club | Batman & Robin Year One Issues 9-10

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2026 58:56

Book Club is back! Todd Dezago and John Pasquini continue their deep dive into Batman and Robin Year One by Mark Waid and Chris Samnee Check out Packrat and Thunderbunny by John Pasquini and Derek Bush https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/prtb1/prtb2/posts/4650714?lang=fr

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Justice League Unlimited The Roleplaying Game | D20 Culture | Gen Con 2026

The Glass Cannon Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 134:33

With Metropolis under siege, three newly minted heroes must jump into action to face a hidden threat. Support the launch of Justice League Unlimited Roleplaying Game today at https://bit.ly/3RIuvOD Justice League Unlimited The Roleplaying Game, published by D20 Culture and co-authored by renowned DC creator Mark Waid, is a narrative driven tabletop roleplaying game that will invite players to forge their own legends within the expansive DC universe. Players can either create a unique hero or assume the identity of established characters. Get your 7-day Free Trial to thousands of hours of exclusive TTRPG content at https://jointhenaish.com/ Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/IBi6fCopyP0 Cast: Sydney Amanuel, Matthew Capodicasa, Mary Lou, and Jared Logan (GM) Special thanks to the team at D20 Culture for sponsoring this video! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spider-Man, Brand New Day Comic & Movie: 8/4/26

The Last Comic Shop

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 68:24

Walloping Webspinners! We've got Spidey style action this week on the podcast! First, it's a review of the Spider-Man: Brand New Day comic collection featuring stories from Dan Slott, Mark Waid, Zeb Wells & more! Then it's the review of the new Spider-Man: Brand New Day movie starring Tom Holland & Zendeya! Host: Andy Larson Co Hosts: Chad Smith & JA Scott Get all of your comic book supplies at 10% off by using Promo Code LCSPOD at Checkout: www.bcwsupplies.com Click to get all your Last Comic Shop Podcast gear & support the shop!

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Episode 570

Rabbitt Stew Comics

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 202:39

Featuring: Oct 2026 Solicits, Action Comics 1100, X-Men: Hellfire Murder, Godzilla vs San Diego, Terminal, Solomon Kane, Flash Gordon: Girl From Infinity, Avatar Aang, TMNT 300, Dread the Hall H Weekly Reviews: DC Dark Knights of Steel Special: Heir to the Sea 1 by Tom Taylor, Riccardo Federici, Arif Prianto Action Comics 1100 by: Mark Waid, Skylar Patridge, Ryan Sook, Ivan Plascencia Joshua Williamson, Daniel Sampere, Alejandro Sanchez Sophie Campbell, Dan Mora, Tamra Bonvillain Dan Slott, Lucas Meyer, Giuliano Peratelli Marvel Gambit: Wanted 1 by Chris Claremont, Robert Gill, Bryan Valenza Godzilla Conquers the Multiverse 1 by Gerry Duggan, Javier Garron, David Curiel X-Men: The Hellfire Murder 1 by Saladin Ahmed, Joelle Jones, Gail Simone, Luciano Vecchio, Erica Schultz, Aaron Kuder, Jed MacKay, Tony Daniel, Mark Morales, Eve Ewing, Federica Mancin, Cory Smith, Oren Junior, Fer Sifuentes-Sujo Marvel Unlimited Infinity Comics: Alien: The Friendliest Facehugger 11 & 12 by Jason Loo, Goodman Yamada Marvel Meow 38 by Nao Fuji Dark Horse Dungeons and Dragons: Total Party Killers 1 by Christopher Hastings, Denis Medri, Dan Jackson Giant Roboy Hellboy Returns 1 by Mike Mignola, Duncan Fegredo, Dave Stewart IDW Godzilla vs. America: Godzilla vs. San Diego 1 by Stan Sakai, Emi Fuji Greg and Fake Dan Jurgens, Margeaux Pepoy, Jason Millet Star Trek: Red Shirts – Ghost of the 21st Century 1 by Gerry Duggan, Scott Buoncristiano, Charlie Kirchoff TMNT 300 by Gene Luen Yang, Freddie E. Williams II, Andrew Dalhouse Kevin Eastman, Tom Waltz, Chris Allan, Eric Talbot, Frank Fosco, Ben Bates, Jim Lawson, Dan Duncan, Luis Antonio Delgado, Ronda Pattison Image Dread the Hall H 2026 by Jordan Hart, Chris Ryall, Luana Vecchio, Charles Wilson III, Marianna Ignazzi, Tom Williams Giant-Size Youngblood 1 by Rob Liefeld, Chance Wolf, Juan Manuel Rodriguez Terminal 1 by Robert Kirkman, Joe Casey, Andy Kubert, Dave McCaig Titan Solomon Kane: The Lion Errant 1 by Patrick Zircher OGN Countdown Grit by Brian Wickman, Kevin Castaniero, Simon Gough Pia in the Forest by David Bruggink Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu – Danger in the Dark 1 by Delilah Dawson, Mario Del Pennino, Arianna Florean, Gaia de Bernardini Stitch head: The Pirate's Eye by Guy Bass, Pete Williamson World Enders by James Patrick, Nicola Izzo Nothing Can Stop… the Ape by Tom Sniegoski, Craig Rousseau, Tom Gaadt, Acheson Travis Daventhorpe Gets a Life by Wes Molebash Penelope's Escape From the Platypusary by Arianna Irwin, Prenzy Flash Gordon: The Girl From Infinity Vol 2 by Marguerite Bennett, Bev Johnson TV My Adventures With Superman 3.7 X-Men '97 2.6 Movies Avatar Aang: The Last Airbender Additional Reviews: Black House by Peter Straub and Stephen King Disenchantment Justice League: Cheshire and Cheetah Rob the Watch Tower Eisners 2026 News: RoboCop TV show, Stillwater series, new Scott Pilgrim one-shot, Pong movie in development along with other Atari properties, entire third Avatar series to drop on 07 October, Dark Horse picks up Barbie license, Blade Runner 2099, Stranger Things prequel OGN (The Last Shadow), Venom series by Soule, Indiana Jones comic from Marvel, Predator vs. Punisher, Snyder/Fraction to release original comic on Batman Day (Batman of Two Worlds), TMNT: Last Ronin III, Vixen and Static series, Shadow of the Bat series, new TMNT creative team, Paramount/WB merger delayed, new Mary Jane miniseries, ongoing Steel series by Morgan Hampton, Absolute Cheetah and Absolute Cyborg revealed, Absolute Black Canary one shot, Beyond Ark M one-shot, third Event Horizon series on the way, Ryan Gosling is Ghost Rider, T'Challa Jr. cast, Omninews Trailers: Clayface, It Ends, Coyote vs. Acme, Resident Evil, Avatar: Seven Havens, Ebenezer, Lanterns, Matchbox, Carrie, Blade Runner 2099 Comics Countdown (22 July 2026): Absolute Wonder Woman 22 by Kelly Thompson, Dillon Snook, Jordie Bellaire Absolute Superman 21 by Jason Aaron, Zander Cannon, Rafa Sandoval, Ulises Arreola Superman 40 by Joshua Williamson, Dan Mora, Alejandro Sanchez Dog Tag 3 by Mark Russell, PJ Holden, JP Jordan Flash 35 by Ryan North, Gavin Guidry, Adriano Lucas Odin 3 by James Tynion IV, Marguerite Bennett, Letizia Cadonici, Jordie Bellaire Action Comics 1100 Swamp Thing 1989 4 by Rick Veitch, Tom Mandrake, Trish Mulvihill Narco 5 by Doug Wagner, Daniel Hillyard, Dave Stewart Godzilla vs. America: Godzilla vs. San Diego 1

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Josh Williamson & Hayden Sherman Design DC's Future | Legion of Super-Heroes Interview

Voices In My Head (The Official Podcast of Rick Lee James)

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 20:39

Josh Williamson and Hayden Sherman join Jace to discuss the return of Legion of Super-Heroes. Williamson explains the years-long process that led him to the series, his conversation with Mark Waid, why Superboy needed to return to the center of Legion mythology and why Lightning Lad serves as the emotional point of view for the opening story. Sherman discusses designing the future of the DC Universe, creating different visual languages for the Legion's many planets and drawing inspiration from classic Legion stories, European science-fiction comics, 2000 AD, Ronin, Judge Dredd and Spider-Man 2099. They also discuss introducing the enormous Legion cast gradually, honoring the property's passionate fan community and preserving the hope that has always defined the team. Follow The Comic Source: https://linktr.ee/thecomicsource Chapters 00:00 Pre-Interview Conversation 00:38 Introduction 01:00 Why Josh Williamson Chose Legion of Super-Heroes 03:52 How Hayden Sherman Joined the Series 06:49 Balancing Legion with Absolute Wonder Woman 06:56 Comics, Community and Lightning Lad 12:38 Building the Legion's Character Dynamics 14:04 Designing Distinct Worlds and Cultures 16:49 The Science-Fiction and Comic Influences 19:48 Hope at the Heart of Legion 20:19 Preordering and Final Thoughts

Voices in My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 628: Truth, Justice, and the Way - Episode 11: Supergirl - Redemption or Revenge?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 52:16

Voices in My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 628: Truth, Justice, and the Way - Episode 11: Supergirl - Redemption or Revenge? This week on Voices in My Head, i'm sharing an episode of my other podcast that I host with David Dault, Truth, Justice and the Way. What happens when a superhero story trades redemption for revenge? In this episode of Truth, Justice, and the Way: Superman & Spirituality, Rick Lee James and David Dault explore one of the most surprising changes in Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow and ask what it reveals about heroism, justice, mercy, and the moral imagination. Comparing the film to Tom King's original graphic novel, they wrestle with questions of violence, forgiveness, redemption, and whether we still believe people can truly change. Along the way, they reflect on Superman's enduring example of hope, the power of storytelling to shape our moral lives, and why the best heroes call us not simply to defeat evil—but to become better people. In This Episode Rick shares the story behind his new single, “Heaven Is Full of Criminals,” featuring Phil Keaggy, and the surprising conversations it has sparked about grace, worthiness, and hope. The theological inspiration behind the song includes the Good Thief, the possibility of redemption, and the question of whether God's welcome extends farther than we imagine. A spoiler-filled discussion of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrowand how its ending differs dramatically from Tom King's acclaimed graphic novel. Why the graphic novel's ending offers a vision of redemption, while the film chooses an act of lethal justice. The idea of redemptive violenceand why so many modern stories assume evil can only be defeated through killing. Superman's refusal to kill and why restraint—not power—has always been one of his defining virtues. Whether James Gunn may be setting up a larger redemption arc for Supergirl as his new DC Universe unfolds. Why stories shape our moral imagination, influencing what we believe is possible for heroes, villains, and ourselves. Mark Waid's famous criticism of Superman killing General Zod in Man of Steel, and why he insists, “That's not Superman.” Comparisons to The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, The Odyssey, Avengers: Infinity War, and the Gospels as examples of stories that wrestle with hope, loss, and redemption. Reflections on Pope Francis, Karl Barth, and the Christian hope that no one is beyond the reach of grace. Why Superman continues to matter—not because he is the strongest hero, but because he refuses to let violence have the final word. A closing reflection inviting listeners to consider how the stories we tell shape the people we become—and whether hope may be the bravest choice of all. “Heaven Is Full of Criminals” Hear Now Connect with Rick Lee James Website: RickLeeJames.com Email: Rick@RickLeeJames.com Listen / Subscribe Subscribe, rate, and review Voices in My Head wherever you listen to podcasts. Music & Merch Bandcamp (music + merch): RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com Streaming: Search “Rick Lee James” on your favorite music platform or on Spotify https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqa Audiobook Out of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through the Psalms (Audible): Audiobook Link Special Offer 10% off at Bandcamp: use code 10off at checkout RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.com Hosted by Rick Lee James — Voices in My Head Podcast Subscribe now Share

Voices in My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 628: Truth, Justice, and the Way - Episode 11: Supergirl - Redemption or Revenge?

Rick Lee James Podcast Network

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2026 52:16

Voices in My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast) Episode 628: Truth, Justice, and the Way - Episode 11: Supergirl - Redemption or Revenge?This week on Voices in My Head, i'm sharing an episode of my other podcast that I host with David Dault, Truth, Justice and the Way.What happens when a superhero story trades redemption for revenge?In this episode of Truth, Justice, and the Way: Superman & Spirituality, Rick Lee James and David Dault explore one of the most surprising changes in Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow and ask what it reveals about heroism, justice, mercy, and the moral imagination. Comparing the film to Tom King's original graphic novel, they wrestle with questions of violence, forgiveness, redemption, and whether we still believe people can truly change. Along the way, they reflect on Superman's enduring example of hope, the power of storytelling to shape our moral lives, and why the best heroes call us not simply to defeat evil—but to become better people.In This Episode* Rick shares the story behind his new single, “Heaven Is Full of Criminals,” featuring Phil Keaggy, and the surprising conversations it has sparked about grace, worthiness, and hope.* The theological inspiration behind the song includes the Good Thief, the possibility of redemption, and the question of whether God's welcome extends farther than we imagine.* A spoiler-filled discussion of Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrowand how its ending differs dramatically from Tom King's acclaimed graphic novel.* Why the graphic novel's ending offers a vision of redemption, while the film chooses an act of lethal justice.* The idea of redemptive violenceand why so many modern stories assume evil can only be defeated through killing.* Superman's refusal to kill and why restraint—not power—has always been one of his defining virtues.* Whether James Gunn may be setting up a larger redemption arc for Supergirl as his new DC Universe unfolds.* Why stories shape our moral imagination, influencing what we believe is possible for heroes, villains, and ourselves.* Mark Waid's famous criticism of Superman killing General Zod in Man of Steel, and why he insists, “That's not Superman.”* Comparisons to The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, The Odyssey, Avengers: Infinity War, and the Gospels as examples of stories that wrestle with hope, loss, and redemption.* Reflections on Pope Francis, Karl Barth, and the Christian hope that no one is beyond the reach of grace.* Why Superman continues to matter—not because he is the strongest hero, but because he refuses to let violence have the final word.* A closing reflection inviting listeners to consider how the stories we tell shape the people we become—and whether hope may be the bravest choice of all.“Heaven Is Full of Criminals”Hear NowConnect with Rick Lee JamesWebsite: RickLeeJames.comEmail: Rick@RickLeeJames.comListen / SubscribeSubscribe, rate, and review Voices in My Head wherever you listen to podcasts.Music & MerchBandcamp (music + merch): RickLeeJames.Bandcamp.comStreaming: Search “Rick Lee James” on your favorite music platform or on Spotify https://t.co/S7nCRl0xqaAudiobookOut of the Depths: A Songwriter's Journey Through the Psalms (Audible):Audiobook LinkSpecial Offer10% off at Bandcamp: use code 10off at checkoutRickLeeJames.Bandcamp.comHosted byRick Lee James — Voices in My Head Podcast This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit rickleejames.substack.com/subscribe

The Weekly Podcast no.345 – The Guild, Justice League Unlimited, Intergalactic Bastionland and Looters RPG

Idle Red Hands

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2026 58:28

Felicia Day's new movie,The Guild: Ren Faire’d, funded via Kickstarter, includes a D&D 5.5e campaign setting book and TTRPG created by Hit Point Press, which has already surpassed its funding goals. Justice League Unlimited RPG has launched on Gamefound, marking the first new DC RPG in nearly two decades. Co-authored by Mark Waid, the game allows players to build custom heroes using a variety of origins and powers, with the project already fully written and moving toward production. Chris McDowall is expanding his Bastionland series with Intergalactic Bastionland, a game that departs from traditional sci-fi tropes. Instead of swashbuckling adventures, players take on the roles of crew members aboard a massive starship, navigating a complex hierarchy, office politics, and personal obligations. The game draws inspiration from the claustrophobic atmosphere of Paranoia and the British schooling system, emphasizing a “home base” structure where players troubleshoot issues and occasionally take smaller vessels out for private, time-limited missions. LOOTERS: A Game of Unlicensed Adventure from Mordite Press offers a unique twist on dungeon-crawling by casting players as the brigands, witches, and cultists typically targeted by “heroes.” Designed for one-shot sessions, the game focuses on “smash & grab” gameplay where players must raid dungeons for loot and escape before authorities arrive. The system emphasizes teamwork, inventory management, and careful navigation of dangers. #theguild #justiceleague #bastionland #lootersrpg The Guild TTRPG: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/feliciaday/watchtheguild Justice League Unlimited TTRPG on Gamefound: https://gamefound.com/en/projects/d20-culture/dc-justice-league-unlimited-roleplaying-game LOOTERS, A Game of Unlicensed Adventure: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/product/573045/looters-smash-grab?affiliate_id=2081746 https://www.mordite.press/projects/looters-a-game-of-unlicensed-adventure/ Mammoth Chronicles Bundle: https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/L0rK3O Pathfinder Second Edition: Bundle of Frogs! https://humblebundleinc.sjv.io/7XLLGg Check this out on Gamefound https://gamefound.com/en/projects/d20-culture/dc-justice-league-unlimited-roleplaying-game Mantic Companion App: https://companion.manticgames.com/ Use our Referral code: MCTXEE Support Us by Shopping on DTRPG (afilliate link): https://www.drivethrurpg.com?affiliate_id=2081746 Matt’s DriveThruRPG Publications: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/browse.php?author=Matthew%20Robinson https://substack.com/@matthewrobinson3 Chris on social media: https://hyvemynd.itch.io/ Jeremy's Links: http://www.abusecartoons.com/ http://www.rcharvey.com Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/upturnedtable Give us a tip on our livestream: https://streamlabs.com/upturnedtabletop/tip Donate or give us a tip on Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/2754JZFW2QZU4 Intro song is “Chips” by KokoroNoMe https://kokoronome.bandcamp.com/

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331. JLA: Tower of Babel

The Secret Origins of Mint Condition

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 69:55

Show notes provided by Joe PelusoIn JLA issues 43-46 Mark Waid and Howard Porter tell a Justice League of America/Batman centric story that dares to reveal one of comic's most severe and disturbing stories of betrayal. The Batman has hidden from his JLA colleagues his secret protocols: devious and cruel methods that would take down each and everyone of them in the event they should go rogue! With "friends" like that..." Join your Hosts James, Chris and Joe for a scary look inside thehead of the man who is prepared for everything--except perhaps trusting the people he goes to war with. Both James and Chris, relative newcomers to the annals of The Batman when this story came out, remember this it as shocking and earthshaking. Joe was shocked because this tale was so far afield from the camp era Batman he discovered in his childhood. At the time this story hit comic shops in the spring of 2000, most "batmaniacs" were praising The Batman for his brutal and calculating ways! But were they, and your Mint crew, taken in by the histrionics of The Dark Knight, and thus did they subsequently miss the whole point of this story--BETRAYAL! When the villainous Ra's al Ghul gets possession of these plans,the entire world faces extinction because one obsessed man--abrilliant tactician--could not foresee his "wisdom" being used against him and his friends The guys take all this into account and even delve into the mind of this tormented loner, and ask the BIG question: Does The Batman have friends?Does he even need friends to carry on his crusade against evil? As the story progresses, both the JLA members and the planet Earth fight for existence. Naturally a resolution that saves the day is reached, but where does the now exposed Batman stand on terms with colleagues? If you have already read this monumental story, there is a vote to determine if The Batman remains a member of the JLA, if not, some of the yay and nay votes may surprise you, as well as the outcome. And then there's the bigger question of the future ripplingramifications this story had on The Batman since itspublication.Hopefully after you have listened to this very sober and solemn podcast (Oh, don't worry it's still a fun listen.) wedefinitely would like to hear your thoughts on The Batman's great betrayal. Brilliance, intelligence and tenacity are great qualities to utilize when taking on evil, but a trusted friend at your side is the ultimate asset to winning the day.

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Book Club | Batman & Robin Year One Issues 7-8

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 90:42

Ahoy, Gang! Here is another installment of Random Acts Of Comics Book Club recap of Mark Waid and Chris Samnee's Batman and Robin Year One featuring John Pasquini. Check out John's creator owned comic, Packrat & Thunder Bunny cowritten with Derek Jason Bush.

How Stephen Wacker Thinks About Comics

Word Balloon Comics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 86:20 Transcription Available

Big news out of Marvel Comics today: Stephen Wacker has been named the company's new Editor-in-Chief. Given all the executive changes Marvel has gone through in recent years, it's encouraging to see someone with deep comic book experience taking the reins of the publishing line.Wacker's résumé extends well beyond editing comics. In addition to overseeing some of Marvel's biggest publishing initiatives, he also served as Vice President of Marvel Animation and later as Vice President of Marvel New Media, helping guide projects like the Marvel Audio Universe on SiriusXM, including Wolverine and other serialized Marvel audio dramas.To celebrate the news, we're going back to this 2012 Word Balloon conversation with Stephen. It's a fascinating snapshot of Marvel during one of its most creative periods. We talk about the birth of Spider-Man's Brand New Day era, Dan Slott's early run on Amazing Spider-Man, Greg Rucka's Punisher, and Mark Waid's acclaimed Daredevil. Stephen also gets into the weeds on major crossover events like Spider-Island, Shadowland, and DC's The New 52, while pulling back the curtain on Marvel's creator retreats and the collaborative process behind building the Marvel Universe.Ok, yes, this conversation is now more than a decade old, but I think it still provides a valuable window into how Steve Wacker thinks about comics—how he approaches storytelling, editorial decisions, and working with creators. Until I have the chance to sit down with him again, this interview answers a lot of the questions newer readers may have about the philosophy and instincts of the man now leading Marvel Comics. Enjoy this 2012 conversation with Marvel's new Editor-in-Chief, Stephen Wacker.

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Book Club | Batman & Robin Year One Issues 5-6

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Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 85:32

Captain America, Operation Rebirth: 6/30/2026

The Last Comic Shop

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 66:37

Get ready for some fireworks as we continue our annual tradition of covering a Captain America comic series in honor of the 250th Independence Day of America! This year's entry is Captain America: Operation Rebirth by Mark Waid & Ron Garney! Plus we're pitting the most famous condiments up against each other in "The Last Sauce Shop" tournament bracket challenge! Host: Andy Larson Co Hosts: Chad Smith & JA Scott Guest Panelist: Ethan Larson Get all of your comic book supplies at 10% off by using Promo Code LCSPOD at Checkout: www.bcwsupplies.com Click to get all your Last Comic Shop Podcast gear & support the shop!

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Episode 272 - GL June 2026

The Podcast of Oa: A Green Lantern Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 28:49

Episode 272 of The Podcast of Oa is our installment of GL June 2026 where co-hosts Phil Bova and Myron Rumsey talk about issue 6 of the 1999 miniseries Flash and Green Lantern: The Brave and the Bold. Myron and Phil provide the history behind the series and this issue while providing their thoughts about this well received Mark Waid driven event that celebrated the friendship between Hal Jordan and Barry Allen that spans the history of the DC Universe from the early years of the Silver Age through the Crisis of Infinite Earths. Share your comments and questions by calling the show's voicemail line at 406-PODOFOA (406-763-6362). Send your emails to podcast@blogofoa.com. You can also find The Blog of Oa and The Podcast of Oa on Facebook, Twitter/X, Bluesky and Instagram. Green Lantern and other related characters are the copyrighted property of DC Comics Inc. and are used without permission. The Blog of Oa and The Podcast of Oa are fan productions and do not claim any ownership over the Green Lantern or any other copyrighted properties. Show Links: The Podcast of Oa on Amazon Music (https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/188c3cd3-5633-4f02-93af-e63ac3b19ef2/The-Podcast-of-Oa-A-Green-Lantern-Podcast) The Podcast of Oa on Audible (https://www.audible.com/pd/The-Podcast-of-Oa-A-Green-Lantern-Podcast-Podcast/B08K56W3LZ?qid=1605031882) The Blog of Oa YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/c/Blogofoa) The Podcast of Oa on Tunein (http://tunein.com/radio/The-Podcast-of-Oa-p881651/) The Podcast of Oa on Iheartradio (http://www.iheart.com/show/263-The-Podcast-of-Oa-A-Green/) The Podcast of Oa on Pandora (https://www.pandora.com/podcast/the-podcast-of-oa-a-green-lantern-podcast/PC:1000021016) The Podcast of Oa on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/0H0zOqRShuSujQmRjtG7aM) The Nodell Family Website (https://www.martin-nodell.com) The Podcast of Oa on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/0H0zOqRShuSujQmRjtG7aM) GL June Part 1 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EmaCgU7oWD4) GL June Part 2 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWTqFa8aJQs) GL June Part 3 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hNAgkDu1CUE) GL June Part 4 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_K_WdzII7pk) GL June Part 5 (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TQcCLelIzoA) Show Notes: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:21 Flash and Green Lantern: The Brave and the Bold #6 00:20:49 Closing

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DC Spotlight June 24, 2026 Superman #39 Tests Superboy-Prime, Absolute Superman Battles King Shazam & Detective Comics Digs Into Prion's Past

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 152:27

Jace and Rocky break down all 17 DC releases for the week of June 24, 2026. They discuss Detective Comics #1100, where Batman, Green Arrow and Black Canary continue investigating Prion's past while the mystery surrounding the young assassin tied to his grave becomes more complicated. Bizarro Year None #2 follows Perry White and Jimmy Olsen as they try to understand the strange rules of Bizarro's square world as the series begins framing this as a distorted Bizarro origin story. Harley Quinn #63 continues Harley's darker current direction as the monochromatic infection and her fractured emotional state push her further from the zanier version of the character. Absolute Superman #20 returns with a massive battle against King Shazam as Superman, Steel and Hawkman are forced to confront whether overwhelming power can be stopped without sacrificing innocent lives. Green Lantern #36 reconnects Kyle Rayner and Jade while Odyssey's identity and past remain in question. Gotham Academy: First Year #5 follows Olive Silverlock's nightmare as it forces her to confront fears about her mother's legacy while Batman and the Gotham Academy cast move closer to the final issue. Absolute Wonder Woman #21 focuses on Absolute Wonder Woman's time in Hell separating her from Barbara Minerva, whose captivity and connection to a dangerous feline god open new questions about her future. The Peril of the Brutal Dark: An Ezra Cain Mystery #5 sees Ezra Cain's pulp adventure escalate into a Nazi-blimp action sequence that leans hard into the series' darker Indiana Jones energy. Flash #34 has Ryan North explain Flash's new precognitive ability through data, speed and probability while keeping the story light, accessible and emotionally grounded. Superman #39 pushes Superboy-Prime through multiple comic-book realities as Manchester Black tests whether he has truly changed, while Dan Mora shifts art styles to match each world. Superman: Father of Tomorrow #2 sees Jor-El refuse to let Kryptonian technology be used for weapons while Lex Luthor secretly moves forward with non-lethal weapon development, and the issue brings in Klarion and John Constantine as magic emerges as a weakness for this version of Superman. Wonder Woman #34 brings Wonder War to Diana's confrontation with Matriarch, as the fight centers on whether Wonder Woman's willpower can overcome a Green Lantern ring that Matriarch has spent years forcing to obey her. The issue also ends with Diana making a drastic choice involving the God Killer sword. Justice League Unlimited #20 has Wonder Woman nearly reach Brainiac Queen before Lex Luthor's arrogance and his use of Warp ruin the Justice League's chance to turn her, leaving her missing and possibly setting up a "Cyber Earth" timeline. Swamp Thing 1989 #3 brings Rick Veitch's long-delayed story to its most epic chapter yet, with Swamp Thing existing across different points in DC history and Darkseid appearing in a way that fits the elemental scope of the story. Zatanna #3 pits Zatanna against Agent Di Manes, whose power of quietude suppresses her voice and directly attacks the way she uses magic, while the story also involves Elodi and a muse spirit tied to a dead singer. Summer of Supergirl Special #1 continues from Lobo #4, putting Supergirl and Lobo on trial while Crush, Krypto and Dawg get pulled into the chaos, and the special also includes a Supergirl/Mary Marvel team-up plus a Mark Waid story connecting different versions of Supergirl's history. Justice League: Dream Girls #4 concludes with the Justice League apologizing to Galaxy and giving her mission leader rank, while Dreamer chooses not to join the League yet because she still needs to understand her powers on her own. They also give a rundown of this week's collected editions, reprints and facsimile releases. As always, all books are ranked from top to bottom and each host gives a Book of the Week pick.

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Kingdom Come By Mark Waid and Alex Ross

BAM POW Comic Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 44:12

In celebration of the new movie release of Supergirl: Women of Tomorrow we are returning to the DC Universe as we review Kingdom Come by Mark Waid and Alex Ross. On the eve its 30th Anniversary, Kingdom Come asks many questions around theme of what it heroism and what does it mean to each of us. As each generation of heroes answer the question from their own unique perspective, one hero takes a stand as a role model: Superman. The man of Steel, along with Batman, and Wonder Women question themselves in a world of the future, on the edge of Armageddon, questioning their morals, motivations , and is humanity worth saving? This story is recommended for fans of the Justice League, Superman, the artwork and story telling of Mark Waid and Alex Ross, along with stories that challenge the status quo of the DC Universe. Even 30 years since its release, in our opinion, Kingdom Come still stands as one of the great DC Stories of all time. Read it in the trade paperback, Absolute format, online, check out this incredible Elseworlds(Alternative Universe) tale.

Mark Waid's empire of stories

Word Balloon Comics Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 78:29 Transcription Available

Mark is back ro talk about JLU, Superboy in Acrtion Comics, and World's Finest. Plus 3 days left for his and Barry Kitson's EMPIRE crowd funder.He also previews Batman and Robin Dynamic Dous with Chris Samnee a Batman Superman Weird Al team up, and clears up his viral video comment about the quality of new comics being made today vs old comics of the past.

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Mark Waid & Barry Kitson Return | Empire (Deluxe Hardcover)

Dollar Bin Bandits

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 47:38

For more than two decades, Empire has stood as one of comics' most fascinating creator-owned experiments—a story that begins where most superhero tales end. In this episode, the Bandits are joined by #comics legends Mark Waid and Barry Kitson to discuss the enduring legacy of their acclaimed series and the new Empire Deluxe Hardcover crowdfunding campaign on Zoop. The duo looks back on the origins of the project, which dared to ask what happens after the villain wins, and reflects on the challenges and triumphs of bringing the story to life during the turbulent Gorilla Comics era. Mark and Barry share behind-the-scenes stories about developing Golgoth's world, revisiting the series decades later, and assembling the definitive deluxe edition packed with archival material, sketches, and never-before-seen artwork. Along the way, they discuss creator-owned comics, crowdfunding, the lasting appeal of Empire, and what the future may hold for one of comics' most unique and influential universes. You have 9 days left to back the project right here: zoop.gg/c/empire. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Episode 772 - Lynch's Spawn

War Rocket Ajax

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 110:37

We're taking your listener questions on this week's episode, including several about one of our favorite directors! Plus, wrestlers acting, Doctor Who, Mark Waid's Captain America, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Episode 772 - Lynch's Spawn

War Rocket Ajax

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 109:50

We're taking your listener questions on this week's episode, including several about one of our favorite directors! Plus, wrestlers acting, Doctor Who, Mark Waid's Captain America, and more!We make our show on Zencastr, and you can too! Follow this link to sign up now!Join the WRA Patreon to help us keep doing the show and get rewards!

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Episode 510: Absolute Catwoman Has Claws!

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2026 171:21

Welcome to Comics From The Multiverse, our DC comics podcast! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:12:30 - ComiXology Top 10 0:16:26 - Absolute Catwoman #1 (Scott Snyder & Che Grayson and Bengal) 0:36:30 - Action Comics #1099 (Mark Waid and Skylar Patridge, Patricio Delpeche) 0:52:35 - Barbara Gordon: Breakout #2 (Mariko Tamaki and Amancay Nahuelpan) 1:04:07 - Green Lantern Corps #17 (LGY #120) (Morgan Hampton and Fernando Passarin) 1:21:18 - Supergirl #14 (Sophie Campbell) 1:32:15 - The Fury of Firestorm #3 (Jeff Lemire and Rafael de Latorre) 1:55:00 - The Nice House by the Sea #10 (James Tynion IV and Álvaro Martínez Bueno) 2:12:48 - PATREON: Green Arrow #28 2:27:57 - PATREON: Gideon Falls #16 2:40:16 - Picks of the Week patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Audio: https://comicsfromthemultiverse.podbean.com/ Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

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Book Club | Batman & Robin Issues 1-2

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Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 62:50

In this, our debut episode of RAOC Book Club, Todd is joined by our pal, John Pasquini. Together they examine the first two issues of Batman & Robin Year One by Mark Waid and Chris Samnee.

Uncanny Treks: Batman H2sh (2026, Comic)

Babylon 5 vs. Deep Space Nine

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2026 22:30

Bob and Matt discuss the final issues of H2sh Part 1 and the future for the Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee dumpster fire. (Spoilers for this episode)Current Comic Rankings:Fantastic Four #1-87 (‘61) Jack Kirby & Stan LeeNew X-Men (‘01) Grant Morrison, Frank Quitely, Phil Jimenez, & al.Fantastic 4 (‘09) Jon Hickman, Steve Epting, & al.Doom (‘24) Sanford Greene & Jon HickmanFantastic 4 (‘02) Mark Waid, Mike Wieringo, & al.Boy Wonder (‘24) Juni BaFantastic 4 (‘89) Walt Simonson, Art Adams, & al.(New) Avengers & Secret Wars (‘13) Jon Hickman, Leinil Yu, Esad Ribić, & al.Archie v. Predator (‘15 & ‘19) Alex de Campi, Fernado Ruiz, & Robert Hack Batman: City of Madness (‘24) Christian WardUltimates Omniversal (‘15) Al Ewing, Kenneth Rocafort, Travel Foreman, & al.Aliens vs. Avengers (‘24) Jon Hickman & Esad RibićDC & Sts of Gotham (‘06) Paul Dini, Dustin Nyguen, & al.Archie Punisher Batman (‘94) Lash, Buscema, Goldberg, O'Neil, Dixon, & al.Batman: Broken City (‘04) Azz & Eduardo RissoGotham Y1 (‘23) Tom King & Phil HesterSuicide Sqaud: Get Joker! (‘22) Azz & Alex MaleevMighty Avengers (‘13) Al Ewing, Greg Land, Luke Ross, & al.Legend of the Blue Marvel (‘08) Kevin Grevioux, Mat Broome, & Roberto CastroBlack Panther (‘22) John Ridley, Germán Peralta, &c. Gotham City Sirens (‘09) Paul Dini, Guillem March, Peter Calloway, & al.Dr. Mid-Nite (‘99) Matt Wagner & John Snyder∞ Gauntlet (‘91) Jim Starlin, George Pérez, & Ron LimX-Men #1-19 (‘63) Jack Kirby, Stan Lee, & Werner RothAvengers (‘63) Jack Kirby & Stan LeeBlack Knight (‘21) Si Spurrier & Sergio DávilaSuperman v. FF (‘99) Dan Jurgens & Art ThibertFF: 1234 Grant Morrison & Jae LeeWerewolf by Night (‘23) Derek Landry & Fran GalánAvengers World (‘14) Nick Spencer, Jon Hickman, Stefano Caselli, & al.Batman: Hush (‘03) & H2sh (‘25) Jeph Loeb & Jim LeeAvengers AI (‘13) Sam Humphries & André Lima AraújoX-Men: Grand Design (‘19) Ed PiskorFF: Grand Design (‘19) Tom ScioliDC vs. AEW (‘26) Steve Orlando & Travis MercerGotham Knights (‘00) Devin Grayson, Roger Robinson, & al. Gotham Knights (‘02) Scott Beatty, Roger Robinson, & al.Gotham Knights (‘04) AJ Lieberman, Al Barrioneuvo, & al.

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DC To Release Mark Waid JLA Omnibus, Hannah Rose May Heads To Fatal Fest, #DCBlackout Campaign Suspended | Comic Book Club News For June 3, 2026

Comic Book Club News

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2026 3:31 Transcription Available

DC to release Mark Waid JLA omnibus. Hannah Rose May heads to Fatal Fest for IDW. The #DCBlackout campaign has been suspended for the moment.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

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The CXF Interview Podcast Episode 402: Mark Waid talks Empire and all things DC

WMQ&A by WMQ Comics

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2026 71:15

Writer Mark Waid joins the show to talk about his Zoop campaign for a deluxe hardcover edition of his classic series Empire, plus his DC books Justice League Unlimited, Action Comics, World's Finest and Batman and Robin: Year One.

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Episode 508: Remember H2SH? Now Look Forward to H2SH 2

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2026 166:46

Welcome to Comics From The Multiverse, our DC comics podcast! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:15:20 - ComiXology Top 10 0:19:15 - Batman #163 (Jeph Loeb and Jim Lee) 0:35:57 - Absolute Wonder Woman #20 (Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman) 0:53:26 - Detective Comics #1109 (Tom Taylor and MIkel Janin) 1:10:56 - Superman #38 (#881 LGY) (Joshua Williamson and Dan Mora) 1:19:12 - The Flash #33 {LGY #833) (Ryan North and Gavin Guidry) 1:30:29 - Green Lantern #35 (LGY #602) (Jeremy Adams and Ig Guara, Montos) 1:41:59 - Justice League Unlimited #19 (Mark Waid and Dan Mora) 1:49:38 - Zatanna #2 (Jamal Campbell) 1:57:51 - Superman: Father of Tomorrow #1 (Kenny Porter and Danny Earls) 2:08:34 - The Peril of the Brutal Dark: An Ezra Cain Mystery #4 (Chris Condon and Jacob Phillips) 2:19:48 - PATREON: Adventures of the Outsiders #35 2:37:02 - Picks of the Week patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Audio: https://comicsfromthemultiverse.podbean.com/ Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

Episode 284 - Superman/Spider-Man w/ Sean Whelan

Comic Timing Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 27, 2026 121:43 Transcription Available

What better way to celebrate one of the biggest crossovers between DC and Marvel in years than to crossover with another podcast? I know, right? In a series of two episodes, Raging Bullets and Comic Timing are teaming together to take on the one-shot Superman and Spider-Man issues! First up is Superman/Spider-Man, published by DC, with a main story by Mark Waid and Jorge Jiménez. Sean Whelan joins Brent, Raph and Ian to break down each story within the issue itself, as well as the history behind this event, what type of team-ups we'd like to see down the road, whether we prefer "themed" crossover issues over more random crossovers, and much more!You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so.Be sure to check out episodes of Raging Bullets at https://ragingbullets.com/ and you can join their Facebook Group.You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics.Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK's Bullets and can be found on Bluesky and Threads; Raph is on Twitch at RaphDoesStuff, Instagram, and Bluesky.Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Below the Radar Sense: A Celebration of Daredevil

Wizard and the Bruiser

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 94:58

Even a blind man can see that Daredevil has been one of the most consistently compelling heroes in the Marvel Universe despite going through more changes than the real life Hell's Kitchen. But it took some time to get there. Mike takes the boys through his beginnings, the bad times, the weird bad times and the really good times when the fat guy Spider-man fought became the even fatter guy that hates Matt Murdock now. We stuff as much entertaining rope as you can into one 90 minute club! Reading List: 60s Daredevil volume 1- Issue 1 (Stan Lee and Bill Everett), Issue 47 (Stan Lee and Gene Colan) 70s- 101 (Steve Gerber and Rich Buckler) 80s- 168-172 (Frank Miller), 269-270 (Ann Nocenti and John Romita Jr. 90s - 321 (DG Chichester and Scott Mcdaniel 2000s Daredevil volume 2 -Issue 32 (Bendis and Maleev), Issue 82- (Brubaker and Michael Lark) 2010s- Daredevil volume 3 - Issue 7 (Mark Waid and Paolo Rivera), Daredevil volume 4- 595-600 (Charles Soule and Stefano Landini) Want even more Nerd of Mouth? Support us on Patreon! www.patreon.com/nerdofmouth Subscribe to SiriusXM Podcasts+ to listen to new episodes of Nerd of Mouth ad-free.Start a free trial now on Apple Podcasts or by visiting siriusxm.com/podcastsplus. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Vol.3 Bonus #4 - Action Comics No.1094: The War of Art

Collective Action Comics

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2026 32:16

"In a just world, Mark Waid is the bar, rather than a notable comics writer." ---------- The saying goes that he who is known as an early riser can get out of bed whenever he wants. Similarly, Action Comics #1094, "Our Superboy At War," pushes the limits of what "liberal" storytelling can depict before it crosses the line into conservative jingoism. Because ostensible progressive Mark Waid wrote it, the actions of the hero within must be just and good. The line drawn here is blurry, and what it divides is less important (although just as obscured) as where it ends. And where it begins. ---------- Special thanks to our Lovable Sidekicks: Better Possible Futures, Kourtney Smith, Walt Lewellyn, Kafka, The Black Casebook's Very Own Nightwing, JD Lunt, Ambird, Mr. Pig from the Intervention, Travis Armstrong, Chris Marks, Wirecats, Sheeee-itttt, VoidTek, Mars Hottentot, Richard Bell, TakoTuesday, Joseph, and Knife Money ---------- Email: collectiveactioncomics@gmail.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/collectiveactioncomics Twitter: https://twitter.com/CAComixPod Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/cacomixpod.bsky.social Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/collectiveactioncomics

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New York Comic Con Takes Heat For Ticket Prices, Marvel Publishes Classic Indiana Jones Collections, Waid And Samnee Back On Batman | Comic Book Club News For May 21, 2026

Comic Book Club News

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2026 4:24 Transcription Available

New York Comic Con is taking heat for a big jump in ticket prices for this year's edition. Marvel is publishing new collections of their classic Indiana Jones comics. Mark Waid and Chris Samnee are back on Batman and Robin.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

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DC Spotlight May 20, 2026 Absolute Green Arrow Launches, Superman Unlimited Deepens Jon Kent Mystery & Absolute Flash Expands the Absolute Universe

Off Panel: A Comics Interview Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2026 114:56

Jace and Rocky break down the DC Comics releases for May 20, 2026, with discussion of Batman/Superman: World's Finest #51 revisiting Skartaris and the origin of Tyrant while Mark Waid continues modernizing classic DC concepts, Sirens: Love Hurts #4 wrapping with Horoscope defeated, Oliver Queen and Dinah Lance's wedding, and the various couples baskign in the romance, Wonder Woman #33 sending Diana and Steve Trevor into the underworld where Superman dies from kryptonite poisoning and Diana seeks the Fates after Matriarch's devastating victory, Absolute Flash #15 expanding the Absolute Universe mythology through Ray Palmer, Silas Stone, S.T.A.R. Labs, the Still Place, and Wally's disturbing visions of the future, Batwoman #3 raising questions about Kate Kane's behavior after she attacks Renee Montoya while Darkseid-connected forces appear to be circling her, Catwoman #87 escalating Black Mask's attack on Selina by using an imposter Catwoman convincing enough to fool Holly Robinson while Maggie's trauma remains tied to Black Mask, Deathstroke the Terminator #3 continuing Slade Wilson's mission with Death Blow and Deadshot brought into the conflict, End of Life #4 focusing on Eddie's complicated relationship with his father while the kidnapping storyline moves forward, Lobo #3 delivering an origin-heavy chapter for the Main Man, New Titans #35 continuing the Alpha Energy fallout while Stephanie Brown takes on a surprising leadership role, Nightwing #138 bringing Starfire to Blüdhaven for a Psion-related story that also moves the Witch of Blüdhaven plot forward while Barbara remains in Supermax, Superman Unlimited #13 using Beppo, excess Kryptonite, Tomorrow Man, young Jon Kent's Ultraman nightmare, and Lois trying to help her superpowered son to deepen the question of whether this young Jon is the real deal, and Absolute Green Arrow #1 launching a mystery-driven reinvention involving Dinah Lance, Oliver Queen, Hector Hammond, missing memories, and the question of who is really under the hood. They also cover the week's facsimiles, reprints, and collected editions, including Batman #244 Facsimile Edition, Gotham Central Compact Comics, DC Finest: Sgt. Rock of Easy Company, Superman Omnibus Vol. 1: Elseworlds, Absolute Blackest Night, and Teen Titans: The Bronze Age Omnibus, before ranking every book and naming their respective Books of the Week.

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Off Panel #552: What's Next with Mark Waid

Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 64:42

Writer Mark Waid joins the show to talk about his life and career in comics and the new Zoop campaign designed to fund a hardcover for his series, Empire. Waid discusses how he works, cliffhangers, his approach to new projects, his character-centric nature, focusing on problems, staying active as a writer, whether he's evolved, staying open to change, the comics of today, staying outside the box, the power of comic shops, the current era of DC, the return of Empire, out of print books, the new collection for Empire, Barry Kitson, the story's darkness, art imitating life, tips for creators, and more.

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Episode 506: True Origin of Absolute Batman?!?

Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2026 173:31

Welcome to Comics From The Multiverse, our DC comics podcast! Discussed this week: 0:00:00 - Intro 0:23:06 - ComiXology Top 10 0:25:15 - News 0:36:51 - Absolute Batman #20 (Scott Snyder and NIck Dragotta) 1:06:30 - Absolute Martian Manhunter #11 (Deniz Camp and Javier Rogriguez) 1:33:22 - Action Comics #1098 (Mark Waid and Skylar Patridge, Patricio Delpeche) 1:47:36 - Barbara Gordon: Breakout #1 (Mariko Tamaki and Amancay Nahuelpan) 1:59:42 - Green Lantern Corps #16 (LGY #119) (Morgan Hampton and Juan José Ryp & Will Conrad) 2:09:38 - Supergirl #13 (Sophie Campbell) 2:19:06 - The Fury of Firestorm #2 (Jeff Lemire and Rafael de Latorre) 2:33:21 - Zatanna #1 (Jamal Campbell) 2:43:31 - Picks of the Week patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv twitter: @DCComicsPodcast discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy Audio: https://comicsfromthemultiverse.podbean.com/ Other Links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz

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DC Spotlight May 13, 2026 Aquaman Changes DC Cosmic Lore, Supergirl Gets Defended & Barbara Gordon Breakout Sparks Debate

Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2026 111:57

Jace and Rocky break down this week's DC releases including Supergirl #13, where Sophie Campbell's handling of Kara's trauma, Kandor's civil unrest and the Black Flame conflict leads to one of the biggest disagreements of the episode, Barbara Gordon Breakout #1 as the hosts debate Barbara willingly entering prison as part of Batman's larger Vandal Savage plan, Bleeding Hearts #4 with Dennis Camp continuing to humanize Polk while expanding the emotional divide between the zombies and humans through Rabbit and Mush, Emperor Aquaman #17 as Jarro makes a shocking decision involving the Starros that dramatically escalates Aquaman's cosmic status and creates major moral fallout, Action Comics #1098 with Mark Waid blending Silver Age Superboy storytelling and modern sensibilities through Mary Marvel, Booster Gold and Martian Manhunter learning more about Clark's origins, Fury of Firestorm #2 as Ronnie Raymond's darker trauma is contrasted against the classic heart-of-gold characterization that defines the hero, Green Lantern Corps #16 with Morgan Hampton expanding the Manhunters' plans to control the emotional spectrum while Aya, Parallax and the emotional entities become central to a massive cosmic power struggle, Absolute Martian Manhunter #11 as the series heads toward its conclusion with more psychological and reality-bending storytelling, and Absolute Batman #20 with discussion of the printing defects, retailer response, massive number of variant covers and continued teases surrounding Scarecrow and Robin. They also discuss the shutdown of Read Comics Online and the larger conversation surrounding comic piracy and affordability before covering this week's facsimiles, reprints and collected editions, ranking every book from the week and each giving their respective Book of the Week picks.

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Episode 504: The Flash Teams with Captain Cold!