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Alan's Eyes & Ears #037 - Anatomy of a Collection, pt 6In this sixth episode of this podcast mini-series, Alan continues his attempt to talk about EVERY comic in his collection. Picking up where he left off last time, he covers comics including but not limited to: Firestorm, Groo, Green Arrow, Fantastic Four, Fred Hembeck Destroys the Marvel Universe ... and MORE!How many of these comics are independent books from the eighties, anyway? Listen to this episode ... and find out! Click on the player below to listen to the episode: Right-click to download episode directly Promo: The Thing About ArsenalSend e-mail feedback to relativelygeeky@gmail.com You can follow the network on Twitter @Relatively_Geek and Professor Alan @ProfessorAlan You may also subscribe to the podcast through iTunes or the RSS Feed.
Ben and Hank talk History of the Marvel Universe written by Mark Waid and Mike O'Sullivan with Pencils by Javier Rodriguez.Email: SaltCirclePodcast@gmail.comBluesky: saltcirclepod.bsky.socialHank's Bluesky: @comicpanels.bsky.socialThe Burning Barrel Discord: discord.gg/jBDGW5jTheme Song: topianmusic.bandcamp.com/Youtube: youtube.com/@saltcircleHank's Youtube: youtube.com/@Iam3DHomerBen's Youtube: youtube.com/@Dratheus
We talk all things Infernal Hulk, from why this era of Hulk is finally colliding with the wider Marvel Universe to how Johnson has reshaped Bruce Banner's world into a Southern Gothic monster epic rooted in Marvel lore. Along the way, we get into the X-Men crossover, the Living City, Dungeons of Doom, his new Marvel exclusive deal, and the bigger plans quietly building beneath the surface of his Hulk run. If you've been following Incredible Hulk or wondering where this whole infernal saga is heading, this is the conversation you'll want to hear. Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you can sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Spider-Man, Hulk, and Punisher collide in Jonathan Hickman's new Marvel event series Bishop scores new solo miniseries starting June 2026 Marvel reveals new ‘Spider-Man/Superman' #1 covers and interior art too Venom Unleashed news! Exclusive: Read the full first issue of 'The Untamed' as Stranger Comics reveals Emerald City Comic Con exclusives Our Top Books of the Week: Dave: Amazing Spider-Man #23 (Joe Kelly, Ed McGuinness) Lands Unknown: The Skinless Man #1 (Ben Stenbeck) Chris: Cult of the Lamb: Last Sacrament Special #1 (Alex Paknadel, Troy Little) Narco #1 (Doug Wagner, Daniel Hillyard) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Chris: Cult of the Lamb: Last Sacrament Special #1 (Alex Paknadel, Troy Little) Dave: DC K.O. #5 (Scott Snyder, Javier Fernandez) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Chris: Tigress Island #1 (Patrick Kindlon, EPHK) Dave: Assorted Crisis Events #9 (Deniz Camp, Eric Zawadzki) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Absolute Batman #18 (TONS of retailer covers but going with Dexter Soy) Chris: Logan: Black, White & Blood #3 (Chris Campana Variant) Interview: Phillip Kennedy Johnson 1. On Horror as Hulk's Natural State With Infernal Hulk, you've fully repositioned Hulk as a horror icon rather than just a force of destruction. What makes horror such a natural lens for this character, and what aspects of Bruce and Hulk feel newly unlocked for you in that genre? 2. On Marvel Exclusivity & Timing You're now officially Marvel exclusive while also wrapping up Book of El at DC. Creatively, what does this moment represent for you? Does going exclusive feel like narrowing your focus, or opening up the sandbox in a bigger way? 3. On Bruce Without the Monster One of the smartest pivots in this run has been stripping Bruce away from the Hulk and forcing him to watch the consequences. What fascinates you most about Bruce when he's powerless and confronted with what the Hulk becomes without him? 4. On Writing Other Heroes Judging Bruce You've written the wider Marvel Universe reacting to Bruce in a way that feels tense, even cruel at times. Why was it important that the heroes not simply rally around him? 6. On the Living City Concept The Living City feels mythic, grotesque, and operatic all at once. What inspired that setting, and how important is it that Hulk's world now feels almost biblical in scope? 7. On INFERNAL HULK #7 and the X-Men In issue #7, Hulk exerts mysterious control over mutantkind and draws them into the Living City. That's a bold escalation. What makes the X-Men the right foil for this version of Hulk, and how does their connection to identity and mutation complicate what Eldest is doing? 7. You and Ben Percy are both playing in Marvel's darker corners right now, and “Dungeons of Doom” has that same horror-forward energy we're seeing in Infernal Hulk. What's it been like working alongside Ben in shaping that space, and how do you make sure your vision of horror and mythic stakes complements rather than overlaps with what he's building? 8. Fun Silly Question If Eldest decided to build the perfect army out of Marvel characters purely based on vibes, who would absolutely make the cut… and who would Eldest reject immediately for being “bad monster material”? 9. Any other projects you'd like to plug?
It's time to cover another faction of the Forgotten Realms so, of course, we got the experts on the subject -- after all, they wrote AN ENTIRE BOOK about it, back in The Tower to talk about it. The boys from Tabletop Journeys are BACK, this time to discuss the Zhentarim! Check out TTJ online and everythingJosh and Lewanika have to offer! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's Solomon Kane novel, SUFFER THE WITCH, out now! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hey there, and a very happy Saturday to you! This is your Disney News for Saturday, March 7th, 2026. I hope your weekend is off to a magical start! - Disneyland Tokyo is set to unveil a new roller coaster, themed around a beloved Disney classic, featuring state-of-the-art technology and breathtaking speeds. - Walt Disney World's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience will receive upgrades with more interactive experiences and storyline elements. - Shanghai Disneyland is opening a Marvel Universe area with attractions, character meet-and-greets, and immersive experiences. - Disney+ announces the return of "The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse" for a new season with fresh episodes. I hope you have a wonderful day filled with Disney magic. Remember to check in tomorrow for more updates and news. See you tomorrow!
It's time to cover another faction of the Forgotten Realms so, of course, we got the experts on the subject -- after all, they wrote AN ENTIRE BOOK about it, back in The Tower to talk about it. The boys from Tabletop Journeys are BACK, this time to discuss the Zhentarim! Check out TTJ online and everythingJosh and Lewanika have to offer! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's Solomon Kane novel, SUFFER THE WITCH, out now! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
On this episode of Word Balloon, I'm joined by writer Alex Segura. Alex has made a name for himself in comics and crime fiction, and now he's stepping back into the Marvel Universe with his new Daredevil prose novel.We talk about bringing Matt Murdock to life in a full-length novel, how the story captures the tone of Hell's Kitchen and Daredevil's world, and how writing a Marvel novel differs from telling stories in comics. It's a fun conversation about crime fiction, superhero storytelling, and Marvel's Man Without Fear.
A comparison of Moon Knight from 1991 and today Check out thel video version of the episode here! EPISODE 378 The High Priest Rey takes a break from the current series (waiting for the next issue!) and uses the opportunity to compare current day Moon Knight with the Fist of Khonshu from 1991! A look into the Handbook of the Marvel Universe (1991) stats plus some cool news up ahead... Tune in to find out! Shine those idols, and dust off the cape....IT'S TIME TO GET YOUR KHONSHU ON! WHERE TO HEAR US: Podcast Page Podchaser Apple Podcast Google Play Music Spotify Overcast SoundCloud Stitcher Tunein Podbean Into the Knight RSS Feed YouTube DROP US A LINE: Website: intotheknight.libsyn.com Email: feedback@itkmoonknight.com FB Page: Into the Knight- A Moon Knight Podcast Page FB Group: Into the Knight- A Moon Knight Fan Base Bluesky: Into the Knight - Bluesky X: @ITKmoonknight Instagram: ITK Moon Knight Discord ITK Server: ITK Server CHECK OUT THESE OTHER SHOWS WE CO-HOST! Sons of the Dragon - An Immortal Iron Fist Podcast DCAU - The DC Animated Universe Podcast Capes & Lunatics Sidekicks To Know Her Is To Fear Her: The Spider-Woman Podcast Predator & pREY - a Yautja Podcast Rey Plays Games! OFFICIAL ITK MERCHANDISE @ DASHERY - BUY HERE! Thinking of starting your own podcast? Check out our special offer from Libsyn! CREDITS: ITK Logo Graphic Design by The High Priests of Khonshu ITK Graphic Design produced and assisted by Randolph Benoit ITK Opening Sequence for video by Chris Kelly Music Written, Performed and generously provided by Deleter Co-Producers Wayne Hunt Josh Johnson Anthony Sytko Matthew Howell Jonathan Sapsed Dan Newland Executive Producers Justin Osgood Derek O'Neill Daniel Doing Mario Di Giacomo Odin Odinsword Produced by Reynaldo Gesmundo The music for this episode contains excerpts from various songs and music copyrighted by Deleter and Brian Warshaw. The music agreed for use on Into the Knight - A Moon Knight Podcast is licensed under an Attribution License;
Mary Shelley wrote Frankenstein at nineteen. Cinema has been retelling it ever since - and mainly getting it wrong.Hosts Laura Gommans and Tom Ooms dig into the big question: is Frankenstein the story of a misunderstood outcast, an abandoned child who never asked to exist, or a cautionary tale about scientists who should really know better? More importantly, why is Frankenstein always so ugly?They trace the monster on screen through James Whale's Universal original in 1931, Hammer Horror's gloriously excessive franchise — essentially the Marvel Universe before Marvel existed — and into modern Frankenstein-by-another-name films like Ex Machina and Blade Runner. Plus reviews of the two new adaptations, Frankenstein and The Bride, putting the myth back in the spotlight.Also: Laura confesses to having seen Fifty Shades Darker in the cinema three times and to watching Arrival at the gym. This is relevant. Kind of.Fill out our survey and win up to €100 worth of prizes.Get your tickets to The Bride @ LAB111Get your tickets to Female Frame @ LAB111Listen back to The Immortal Cinema of Bloodsuckers And NightstalkersListen back to Why Zombies Refuse To DieListen back to How Sex And The City 2 Maps The Rise And Fall Of American Empire
Al and Paul have a lot of news for you this time round, as they remember Tatjana Wood, and talk 3 Worlds 3 Moons, Hulk War, Terminal, M.A.S.K., Skate Ali, Odin, Avengers/JLA, Jays of Future Past and Concrete: Stars Over Sand, as well as reviewing The Peril of the Brutal Dark: An Ezra Cain Mystery and The Punisher. The Official Handbook of the Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe: the choice of a new generation.
We conclude our drow-centric adventure this month... can our heroes save themselves from the abandoned fort they have found themselves trapped in? From the creator of Shadowdark, we present SHADOWS OF LASTWATCH KEEP! Special thanks to James from Random Encounters Buy Shadows of Lastwatch Keep from The Arcane Library DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS Order Lore TA Shaun's Solomon Kane novel, SUFFER THE WITCH! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR PATREON SUPPORT! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM "Crusade - Heavy Industry" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
We conclude our drow-centric adventure this month... can our heroes save themselves from the abandoned fort they have found themselves trapped in? From the creator of Shadowdark, we present SHADOWS OF LASTWATCH KEEP! Special thanks to James from Random Encounters Buy Shadows of Lastwatch Keep from The Arcane Library DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS Order Lore TA Shaun's Solomon Kane novel, SUFFER THE WITCH! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR PATREON SUPPORT! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM "Crusade - Heavy Industry" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 Licensehttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do you top a thrilling weekend with five Top 20 matchups? Follow it with EIGHT Top 20 matchups filled with intrigue, unpredictability and excitement. This week's guest analyst and game picker is Inside Lacrosse contributor and the author of the Weekly Watch, Craig McMichael. McMichael shares his journey from Midwest lacrosse junkie to Inside Lacrosse writer, and helps D-Fly & Dixie break down the biggest games of the weekend ahead. This week's player guest is Richmond's All-American and leading scorer, Aidan O'Neill. While the Spiders prepare for a Top 5 battle in Ithaca against Cornell, O'Neill joins the show to talk about the Spiders' first NCAA Tournament victory last May, the remarkable senior class, the high expectations for 2026, Coach Chemotti's culture, why he wears number 5, prepping for the Big Red, playing with his brother and much, much more.GAME PREVIEWSFRIDAYNo. 6 Syracuse (3-1) at No. 7 Princeton (1-1) | 4 p.m. | ESPN+ | Syracuse -1.5/25.5No. 1 North Carolina (4-0) at No. 19 Penn (2-1) | 5 p.m. | ESPN+ | UNC -3.5/24.5 SATURDAYNo. 3 Richmond (4-0) at No. 5 Cornell (3-0) | noon | ESPN+ | Cornell -1.5/26.5No. 10 Ohio State (5-0) at No. 12 Georgetown (1-1) | noon | ESPN+ | Georgetown -1.5/21.5No. 2 Notre Dame (3-0) at No. 9 Maryland (1-2) | noon | B1G+ | Notre Dame -1.5/23.5No. 13 JHU (3-1) at No. 14 Virginia (2-1) | 3 p.m. | ACCNX | Virginia -1.5/23.5GIVE & GOIn this week's Super Hero-themed Give & Go, the guys discuss superpowers, superheroes, DC vs. Marvel Universes and reminisce about the epic Hall of Justice vs. Legion of Doom rivalry.
Explore why Sentry stands out as Marvel's answer to Superman, and why he's far more than just a simple counterpart. This video breaks down what makes the Sentry unique—his terrifying power scale, his psychologically driven origin, the duality between heroism and the Void, and how his stories push the idea of a “super-man” into darker, more complex territory. From his god-tier abilities to his unstable mind, we'll examine how the Sentry redefines what it means to be the most powerful being in the Marvel Universe, and why he remains one of the most intriguing reinventions of the Superman archetype. Tune in as we explore the character's history, themes, and impact across Marvel Comics.Thank you so much for watching and be sure to share the stream! Back Athena Goddess Of Thunder Relaunch: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/-jtl/athena-the-goddess-of-thunder-second-chanceWhat do you think?Like, comment, and subscribe for more analysis of the DC and Marvel and their cultural impact. Please consider joining this channel to get access to awesome perks:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTtjdjM7N8_PLprDIdMJCWQ/join#Marvel#Sentry#Superman#ThunderboltsTeladia PlaysTwitter:https://twitter.com/TeladiaPlaysYoutube:https://www.youtube.com/c/TeladiaPlaysInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/teladiaplays/Robert Willing: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@willin Twitter: https://twitter.com/staredcraft
The Marvelists pays heartfelt tribute to one of Marvel's most prolific and beloved artists, the late Sal Buscema (1936–2026), in this special memorial episode. Hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson are joined by special guest co-host, the man, the myth, the Dunf - Matt Dunford (Chairman of San Diego Comic Fest and longtime Marvel enthusiast) for an in-depth celebration of Sal's incredible career spanning more than four decades at Marvel Comics. The panel dives into Sal's legendary ten-year run on The Incredible Hulk — often hailed as the definitive version of the Green Goliath—his astonishing 100+ issue stint on Peter Parker, The Spectacular Spider-Man, and his foundational work on titles like Captain America, The Defenders, The Avengers, Thor, Iron Man, Daredevil, and the cult-favorite ROM Space Knight (with Bill Mantlo). They reflect on Sal's dynamic, action-packed storytelling style, his reliability as one of Marvel's go-to pencillers and inkers during the Bronze Age, his family legacy alongside brother John Buscema, and the countless heroes and villains he brought to life across the Marvel Universe. Listeners will hear personal anecdotes, favorite issues, underrated gems, and why Sal's contributions remain essential to Marvel history. The episode closes with tributes from the comics community and thoughts on Sal's enduring influence. Whether you're a longtime Buscema fan or discovering his work for the first time, this episode is a loving salute to a true Marvel mainstay.
This week, we discuss the Original Art Expo, TMNT leaving Playmates, Brainiac, Spider-Noir teaser, some ComicsPRO announcements, Jay & Silent Bob invade the Marvel Universe, and the upcoming Batman Bronze Age omnibus. Starring Ryan Higgins, Brock Sager, Kevin Sharp, Toby Sidler, and Lane Terasaki.
This week on Unscriptify, we're joined by comic writer Cullen Bunn, the mind behind Harrow County and The Sixth Gun, and a man who's written enough Marvel and DC stories to qualify as a minor natural disaster. We talk folklore horror, cursed-object mythology, and why "fear". We also get into Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe as meta-horror, writing Magneto without turning him into a slogan, and the uncomfortable line between “understanding a villain” and accidentally making them persuasive.
This tail of a dark future of the Marvel Universe kicks off this week after my brief break in job training! Alex Ross cover art shines bright with these issues....It was Marvels take on Kingdom Come!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Update of the Week: Daniel plays Mafia 3 and gives his thoughts on this game that is an oldie, but a goodie. Daniel watched the new installment into the Frankenstein franchise and enjoyed it more than he previously expected. The guys discuss going into movies with lower expectations and being more impressed versus having high expectations and having a film underdeliver. Let us know your thoughts on expectations with modern day films. Daniel also kept it in the horror genre with his review of the latest and last Conjuring film, Conjuring: The Last Rites. He describes his enjoyment of the franchise and his appreciation of what they were able to do to wrap up the final film in the series. Andy gives us an update on the Crypto market and his concern with the value trending downwards lately. Andy expanded his DVD collection recently and purchased several limited edition and hard to find films. The guys discuss the niche collectors who keep DVDs, VHS, and other formats alive in the collector's market. Noel watches Wonder Man, a new Disney show in the Marvel Universe and gives his review of the newest entry into the Comic Book Universe. Noel and Daniel talk about Stranger Things and the finale of the long running series. While Noel had some reservations about some episodes, overall he enjoyed the way the show concluded and the potential for a spinoff, based on some interpretations of the ending. Article of the Week: Punxsutawney Phil is said to have seen his shadow, forecasting 6 more weeks of wintry weather https://apnews.com/article/punxsutawney-phil-groundhog-day-winter-eae03abf8be74df0c48f3082e2f91905 Warning: May have Strong Language and Content. ========== Thank you to everyone who enjoys what we do. If you like what we do, please spread the word of our show. Email questions or suggestions to ffnquestions@gmail.com ========== Follow us on TWITTER (X) https://twitter.com/FreeFormNetwork Follow us on FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557790516078 ========== Free Form Network and all our podcast are available on many platforms including STITCHER, ANDROID, IPHONE, IPAD, IPOD TOUCH and PODBEAN IPHONE, IPAD & IPOD TOUCH http://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/free-form-network/id995998853 SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/0QKRhkXDmQ9cxItaiu49Vy IHEART RADIO https://www.iheart.com/podcast/338-free-form-network-94075820/ TUNE IN RADIO http://tunein.com/radio/Free-Form-Network-p784190/ PLAYER FM https://player.fm/series/3326348 TUMBLR https://freeformnetworkpodcast.tumblr.com/ WORDPRESS https://freeformnetwork.wordpress.com/ YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj0LNZRJHyW7sQwM5ZdOCQg DEEZER https://www.deezer.com/us/show/1857582 PODCHASER https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/free-form-network-97539 PODCAST ADDICT https://podplayer.net/?podId=2920676 PANDORA https://www.pandora.com/podcast/free-form-network/PC:53088 AMAZON MUSIC https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/41213756-a9ad-46bc-8d6c-ea2d30bd2fb9/free-form-network LISTEN NOTES https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/free-form-network-free-form-network-ElG1hW2tS3v/ GOOGLE PODCAST https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZGJlYW4uY29tL2ZyZWVmb3JtbmV0d29yay9mZWVkLnhtbA PODBEAN DESKTOP http://freeformnetwork.podbean.com/ PODBEAN MOBILE http://freeformnetwork.podbean.com/mobile ========== Free Form Radio - Episode 265- 02/22/2026 Hosted by Daniel, Andy and Noel ========== FREE FORM NETWORK
Jamie Madrox is back from the dead...sort of...maybe? And he'll stay that way - as long as he doesn't kill himself trying to make sure he doesn't die! It makes sense when you read it - trust us. In his fight to survive, Jamie stumbles across a threat even greater than his own mortality, but fixing it might make everything worse. Can the Multiple Man save the world from himself? On top of all that, the X-Men are mad at him, and a mysterious group of foes is after him. Jamie's only hope is to go to the future - to tell himself not to go to the past! He'll soon find a few familiar faces, but a dangerous enemy threatens all his yesterdays and tomorrows! The fate of the Marvel Universe is in the hands of Jamie Madrox! News 3:00Multiple Man 12:01Back Matter Matters 42:25The Pull-List 47:30Linktr.ee/tradewaitersFollow Us!
Jim Starlin is the Eisner Award Hall of Famer who created Thanos, Drax the Destroyer, Pip the Troll, and Gamora, and co-created Shang-Chi with Steve Englehart. He brought the Infinity Gauntlet into the Marvel Universe and took Jason Todd out of the DC Universe (for a little while anyway). His creator-owned epic, Dreadstar, is currently being collected in a series of beautiful softcover omnibus editions by Dark Horse Comics.For TWO HOURS of bonus content — including 20 more minutes of our conversation with Jim Starlin where we talk about who owns Thanos, why Captain Marvel has stayed dead, and the infamous "1,000 Clowns" Warlock story, plus 21 more Marvel comics in the Mighty MBTM Checklist — support us at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth. $5 a month gets you instant access to our bonus feed of almost 200 extended and exclusive episodes. $10 a month lets you help pick the comics we cover in depth and gets you a shout-out at the end of the episode! Stories Covered in this Episode:"The Final Threat" - Avengers Annual #7, written by Jim Starlin, art by Jim Starlin with Joe Rubenstein, letters by Tom Orzechowski, colors by Petra Goldberg, edited by Archie Goodwin, ©1977 Marvel Comics "Marvel by the Month" theme v. 4 written and performed by Robb Milne. All incidental music by Robb Milne.Visit us on the internet (and buy some stuff) at marvelbythemonth.com, follow us on Bluesky at @marvelbythemonth.com and Instagram (for now) at @marvelbythemonth, and support us on Patreon at patreon.com/marvelbythemonth.Much of our historical context information comes from Wikipedia. Please join us in supporting them at wikimediafoundation.org. And many thanks to Mike's Amazing World of Comics, an invaluable resource for release dates and issue information. (RIP Mike.)
20 years later... Civil War still has a lasting impact on the Marvel Universe. Guest Jon Waller Sewell joins Rick & Bob as they recap each issue and discuss the story as a whole. What were their thoughts when they first read it? What are they now two decades later? Were they Team Cap or Team Iron Man and... have they switched?Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/2mL4kGoS1cALove the show? Help support with a one-time donation or become a member and get cool perks! https://buymeacoffee.com/capcomicfansConnect with Rick & Bob and fellow Cap fans at https://www.facebook.com/groups/captainamericacomicbookfans Please subscribe, rate and review! Here are FREE and FAST ways you can support the show: https://tinyurl.com/y6kyu9nhEmail questions to CapComicFans@gmail.comOur home page is https://captainamericacomicbookfans.com
This week features the really awesome film noir Johnny Cool, the latest episode of The Orville and fancasting the Top 3 Marvel Universe with actors from the 1950s!Thanks for listening and Keep On Geekin' On!
We welcome back our good friend William Tramp aka This Effin' GM, this time to discuss PIRATES, the scallywags of the sea! Why? Well, aside from pirates being awesome, William has a PIRATE BORG adventure zine they are currently crowdfunding. We discuss it -- THESE BLOODY SAILS -- as well as the history of pirates in the Forgotten Realms this week. BACK THESE BLOODY SAILS ON KICKSTARTER NOW! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's Solomon Kane novel, SUFFER THE WITCH, out now! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chris Claremont finally returns to the X-Men – but first he took runs on The Fantastic Four, Contest Of Champions II, & even a Spider-Man annual! Prepare for the debut of the modern age of Valeria Richards, the reintroduction of the Capt Britain Corps & Gatecrasher's Technet, and more X-Men tie-ins and references than you can believe. Before he changes X-Men again, he brings the X-Men's world to the Marvel Universe with appearances from Charlotte Jones, the Acolytes, Roma, Saturnyne, Project Starcore, Neal Conan & Manoli Wetherell, plus a ton more. Read along with Fantastic Four (vol 3) #1 - 32 plus Annuals 1999 & 2000, Fantastic Four: The Fantastic Fourth Voyage Of Sinbad, Iron Man #14, Contest of Champions II #1 -5, and Peter Parker: Spider-Man Annual 2000! It's an all out X Adventure in the pages of F4 on an all new X Is For Comics Bonus Episode!
We welcome back our good friend William Tramp aka This Effin' GM, this time to discuss PIRATES, the scallywags of the sea! Why? Well, aside from pirates being awesome, William has a PIRATE BORG adventure zine they are currently crowdfunding. We discuss it -- THESE BLOODY SAILS -- as well as the history of pirates in the Forgotten Realms this week. BACK THESE BLOODY SAILS ON KICKSTARTER NOW! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's Solomon Kane novel, SUFFER THE WITCH, out now! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week we take you for a wild ride uncovering the forgotten Marvel TV show from 1997 - Nightman! A jazz playing superhero that Marvel absorbed into the Marvel Universe when they purchased their rivals, Malibu Comics! We'll explore the history of Malibu Comics and the creation of “The Ultraverse”. We'll dig into the relationship between Marvel and famed TV producer Glen A. Larson, the man behind hits like Knight Rider, Buck Rogers, and Magnum PI! Then we'll pull apart this low budget action-adventure TV show scene-by-scene to break down all of its bad acting, terrible special effects, and saxophone playing! Plus, we'll bring you the history of Nightman and the Ultraverse, his crazy origins and powers, and the wild Marvel crossovers where Nightman fights Loki, Gambit, and Wolverine! For awesome bonus episodes visit https://www.patreon.com/marvelversusmarvel marvelversusmarvel@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/marvelversusmarvel https://twitter.com/marvelversus https://twitter.com/robhalden https://robhalden.com https://will-preston.co.uk
This week we take you for a wild ride uncovering the forgotten Marvel TV show from 1997 - Nightman! A jazz playing superhero that Marvel absorbed into the Marvel Universe when they purchased their rivals, Malibu Comics! We'll explore the history of Malibu Comics and the creation of “The Ultraverse”. We'll dig into the relationship between Marvel and famed TV producer Glen A. Larson, the man behind hits like Knight Rider, Buck Rogers, and Magnum PI! Then we'll pull apart this low budget action-adventure TV show scene-by-scene to break down all of its bad acting, terrible special effects, and saxophone playing! Plus, we'll bring you the history of Nightman and the Ultraverse, his crazy origins and powers, and the wild Marvel crossovers where Nightman fights Loki, Gambit, and Wolverine! For awesome bonus episodes visit https://www.patreon.com/marvelversusmarvel marvelversusmarvel@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/marvelversusmarvel https://twitter.com/marvelversus https://twitter.com/robhalden https://robhalden.com https://will-preston.co.uk
ComixLaunch: Crowdfunding for Writers, Artists & Self-Publishers on Kickstarter... and Beyond!
In this ComixLaunch Pro Spotlight, Clay Adams talks to Randy Stone about his journey in the comic book industry, highlighting his various roles in comics creation, including writing, drawing, inking, and lettering. Randy discusses his early inspirations, starting with Marvel Universe trading cards, and his shift from aspiring artist to self-published comic book writer through Altruist Comics.
On this all-new episode of The Marvelists, hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson kick off Some Kind of Wonderful: A Wonder Man Podcast with a full breakdown of Wonder Man Season One—and they're joined by special guest Ryan Michael (follow him on social media @ryanmichaeltoon) to unpack every wonderful moment. From Simon Williams' complicated rise to fame to the show's unique blend of Hollywood satire and superhero spectacle, the trio dives deep into the themes of identity, redemption, and what it really means to be a hero in the Marvel Universe. They highlight standout performances, explore comic book connections, and speculate on where the story could go next. And in true Marvelists fashion, things get hilariously off the rails when Peter reveals that—for the longest time—he thought Wonder Man was a robot. (Spoiler alert: he's definitely not.) Ryan and Eddie help set the record straight in a lively conversation that longtime listeners won't want to miss.
As we celebrate Valentine's Day, we look to the goddess of love for all things romantic! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's upcoming Solomon Kane novel! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
As we celebrate Valentine's Day, we look to the goddess of love for all things romantic! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's upcoming Solomon Kane novel! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Per listener's request, we cover MANSHOON! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's upcoming Solomon Kane novel! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Small time actor, big screen dreams. Tune in as Geoffrey and Dai discuss the latest Marvel Universe news before diving into the wonderful world of WONDER MAN for a full series review! ‘Nuff said.Hosted and Produced by:Geoffrey Ramos (@geoffreeezy)Diana Kou (@daikou)https://strkcntrst.comFollow #AStarkContrast (@strkcntrst):https://linktr.ee/strkcntrstSubscribe on YouTube:https://youtube.com/@strkcntrstSupport the Show:https://patreon.com/strkcntrstASC ON RSS:https://bit.ly/RSSASC
Per listener's request, we cover MANSHOON! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's upcoming Solomon Kane novel! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week on LMG Presents Marvel Multiverse RPG, we're hanging out with Matt and Marty Forbeck for a fun, laid-back conversation about the Marvel Multiverse Role-Playing Game. We talk about how the game came together, what it's like designing a system set in the Marvel Universe, and some of the choices that went into making it work at the table. We also get to know Matt and Marty beyond writing what they're into, what inspires them, and the kinds of things they enjoy when they're not working on games and stories. It's an easygoing episode with plenty of insight, laughs, and behind-the-scenes talk. Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1628612284256101/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lmgpodnetwork?igsh=YTBtMm1kd3k3a3N3 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLMGPodcast Hosts: Jordan Mitchell
If you've already read our in-depth feature on Joshua Williamson's Iron Man, the conversation doesn't stop there. On this week's AIPT Comics Podcast, we're running the full, uncut version of our interview with Williamson, pulled straight from the complete transcript behind the piece. It's a deeper, looser, and more candid discussion that digs into his rare position straddling both Marvel and DC, why Iron Man was the one Marvel character he couldn't pass up, and how revisiting Tony Stark's origin reframed the entire run for him. The written feature is live now—but this is the long-form version for listeners who want every insight, tangent, and behind-the-scenes detail.NEWSSal Buscema's superpower was clarityMarvel teases the end of the Ultimate Universe, and how it may be "Reborn"Full announcementSupergirl goes global: DC unites 15 countries for a new anthologyInvincible takes over Image Comics: Season 4 sparks a multiverse-wide celebration'Head Lopper' returns: Andrew MacLean gears cult-favorite for a 10-year anniversary relaunch'Lost Fantasy' ignites a new era as 'Fireborn' launches April 2026entImage Comics unveils a twisted new obsession as 'In Your Skin' blends Bollywood, body horror, and fame'Sex Criminals' is coming to Prime Video and it's about to break time (and TV)SCOOP: Oni Press goes all-in at ComicsPRO with Archie, Matt Kindt, and a wave of 2026 exclusivesOur Top Books of the Week:Dave:Absolute Batman #16 (Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta)Spirit of the Shadows #1 (Nick Cagnetti)Alex:Absolute Flash #11 (Jeff Lemire, Nick Robles)Malevolent #1 (Justin Jordan, John Bivens)Standout KAPOW moment of the week:Alex: Infernal Hulk #3 (Phillip K Johnson, Kev Walker)Dave: Iron Man #1 (Josh Williamson, Carmen Carnero)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKAlex: Magik and Colossus #1 (Ashley Allen, German Peralta), The Nice House by the Sea #7 (James Tynion IV, Álvaro Martínez Bueno)Dave: DC K.O.: Boss Battle #1 (Various)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Batman #6 (Julian Totino Tedesco Card Stock Cover)Alex: Storm: Earths Mightiest Mutant #1 (Dike Ruan variant)Interview: Joshua Williamson - Iron Man #1 out January 28thYou've spent years shaping the DC Universe—long runs, big swings, major characters. What did it feel like emotionally and creatively to finally step into a mainline Marvel ongoing like Iron Man, and did that change how you approached the book?Carmen Carnero is bringing this story to life, and her work has such a strong sense of motion, emotion, and intensity. What did you see in her art that made her the right partner for this specific take on Iron Man?Your tagline, “Tony Stark is the most dangerous weapon in the Marvel Universe,” is a loaded one. In your mind, what makes Tony more dangerous than gods, monsters, or cosmic tyrants?The premise echoes Iron Man's origin in a powerful way—“Tony built Tony in that cave. What if he had to go in again?” How did you think about revisiting that crucible without just retelling the origin story?Madame Masque is positioned as a central force here, orchestrating the kidnapping of geniuses worldwide. She's also currently making waves elsewhere in Marvel—especially in Venom. What drew you to her for this story, and how do you view her role in the larger Marvel landscape right now?
We gather the Multiverse Famous Patron Roundtable once again, this time to discuss our predictions for 2026. Hint - ONE already came true! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's upcoming Solomon Kane novel! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
The Ultimate Universe is officially ending, we break down Marvel's announcement of Reborn: Ultimate Impact arriving in May 2026, what this ending actually represents, and how the Ultimate legacy carries forward into the Marvel Universe. We also discuss the new comics out this week, Absolute Batman #16, Absolute Wonder Woman #16, Iron Man #1, The Infernal Hulk #3, DC K.O.: The Kids Are All Fight Special #1, Superman #34 as part of DC K.O., the final issue of Miles Morales: Spider Man #42, and Lost Fantasy #7. Watch @paneloids live Wednesdays 7PM EST for fix if comic book news, rumors, leaks, reviews, and creator interviews. Follow, subscribe, & join the Discord at PANELOIDS.COM
Within the Marvel Universe, heroes soar high in the skies, ready to battle the villains who threaten their world. Yet living in the shadow of these extraordinary icons are ordinary men and women who view the "MARVELS" with a mixture of fear, disbelief, envy and admiration. Among them is Phil Sheldon, a New York City photojournalist who has dedicated his career to covering the exploits of the Marvels and their effect on humankind.News 1:59Marvels 21:52Back Matter Matters 1:06:55The Pull-List 1:17:27Linktr.ee/tradewaitersFollow Us!
Capes & Lunatics Ep #430: Spider-Man For Dummies with Eric Grundhauser This episode your team of Phil and Justin chat with writer Eric Grundhauser about his book Spider-Man For Dummies. The group discusses Spider-Man's history, his friends and enemies, favorite stories, and his importance to the Marvel Universe. Tune in today and don't forget to review the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and anywhere else you can! Capes & Lunatics Links → Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/capeslunatics.bsky.social → Twitter https://twitter.com/CapesLunatics → Instagram https://www.instagram.com/capeslunatics/ → Facebook https://www.facebook.com/capesandlunatics → YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/CapesandLunatics ==================
Bobby Nash joins me for a deep dive into John Byrne's iconic run on the Fantastic Four, exploring why this era remains one of the most celebrated chapters in Marvel history. We break down the storytelling, the character work, the art, and the lasting impact Byrne's vision had on the team and the larger Marvel Universe. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website
It all ends here! The Age Of Apocalypse was meant to end here and never come back – the visceral and bloody battles rage on every playing field – and the final struggle between Magneto & Apocalypse hits a VIOLENT end. Prepare for the four crossover characters to make it to the main Marvel Universe; the collapse of the mutant empire; the start of Onslaught; and X-Man's NEXT return to the world of the Age Of Apoc. Join the team as they react to the Age Of Apocalypse Epic Book Four featuring Generation Next 4, X-Calibre 4, X-Man 4 (plus 53 - 54), Factor X 4, Gambit & The X-Ternals 4, Amazing X-Men 4, Weapon X 4, X-Universe 2, X-Men Omega, & X-Men: Prime! It's all this and more on an all new X Is For Comics: An X-Men Podcast!
We're thrilled to bring you the full, unedited conversation with Gene Luen Yang, the writer currently steering IDW's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles through one of its most emotional and surprising arcs in years.If you've been reading the book, you know the stakes have never been higher. With the shocking reveal of Ujigami's true identity and the return of Splinter casting a long shadow over the Turtles, Gene joins us to unpack the heart of the story and why this arc is really about family, fear, and the consequences of overprotection.Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you can sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWSMarvel just took over OREO with the biggest special-edition drop in cookie historyMarvel Solicitations April 2026Marvel revisits its most divisive event with 'Civil War: Unmasked'Marvel celebrates 50 years of the Eternals with a new character—and a Fall Out Boy creatorMarvel brings back 'Ultimates' #1–6 just in time for the Ultimate Universe's explosive finaleDeadpool is taking over April Fool's Day again—and the Marvel Universe might not survive it'Alien: King Killer' drops humanity into its darkest nightmare yetThe Future Foundation returns in 'Fantastic Four' #11DC Comics solicitationsDC hands the keys to MAD, and lets Chip Zdarsky roast the entire universeAfter 35 years, DC restores the lost Swamp Thing epic fans never thought they'd readExclusive: Valiant's April 2026 solicitations signal a bold new era with Valiant BeyondPrime Video orders 'Lore Olympus' adult animated series, from WEBTOON and Jim Henson CompanyFrom 'Mafia III' to Image Comics: William Harms unleashes a haunting new apocalypse with 'White Sky'Cobra goes silent: Skybound brings back G.I. Joe's most iconic storytelling, this time for the villainsA Murder in the middle: 'Neighborhood Watch' turns a gated community into a powder keg'Hello Body Horror' #1 brings the most unsettling stories from BOOM! Studios' 'Hello Darkness'Exclusive: Dark Horse's 'Did You Hear About Mimi Green?' turns cancel culture into surreal horroOur Top Books of the Week:Dave:Assorted Crisis Events (2025) #8 (Deniz Camp, Eric Zawadzki)X-Men Of Apocalypse (2025) #2 (Jeph Loeb, Simone Di Meo)Chris:Nights #17 (Wyatt Kennedy, Luigi Formisano) Good As Dead #5 (David and Maria Lapham)Standout KAPOW moment of the week:Chris: Nights #17 (Wyatt Kennedy, Luigi Formisano) Dave: Exquisite Corpses #9 (art by Valentine De Landro with story by Tyler Boss)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKChris: Iron Man #1 (Joshua Williamson, Carmen Carnero)Dave: Absolute Wonder Woman #16 (Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Absolute Martian Manhunter #8 (Eric Canete Variant)Chris: Conan the Barbarian #28 (Gerardo Zaffino Main Cover)Interview: Gene Luen Yang - TMNT #14 out January 14 1. Issue #13 drops a massive bombshell with Ujigami's true identity being Splinter. When you decided to make him the force hunting the Turtles' enemies, what was the emotional core you wanted readers to feel first — shock, tragedy, or inevitability?2. Ujigami isn't just a villain; he's a moral crisis for the Turtles. Was your goal to make this run less about defeating an enemy and more about redefining what justice means for the team?3. In #14, the brothers split up to protect their former enemies from Splinter. That's such a powerful reversal of classic TMNT dynamics — what does this say about how the Turtles have grown since their early days of black-and-white morality?4. You've written a lot about identity and duality in your career. How did that background influence your approach to Splinter becoming Ujigami — a mentor turning into something almost mythic and terrifying?5. Shinigami's introduction brings in mysticism from the 2012 animated series. What made this moment in your run feel right for folding her into IDW continuity, and how did you retool her to fit the tone of your story?6. Your first two issues lean hard into supernatural elements — ninja mythology, death spirits, and destiny. Was that a conscious pivot from recent TMNT runs that focused more on politics and street-level crime?8. You've said the Turtles work in any genre. With Ujigami and Shinigami, you're clearly leaning into horror and dark fantasy — were there specific myths, folktales, or manga influences that shaped this arc?9. You and Freddie E. Williams II are creating some striking, eerie imagery in these issues. How did your collaboration evolve once you realized this arc would live in such a darker, more mystical space?10. With Ujigami revealed and Shinigami now in play, it feels like the table has finally been set for the larger story you and Freddie have planned. Without giving anything away, what should readers be emotionally bracing for as this arc unfolds — heartbreak, redemption, or something even more unexpected?11. If the Turtles had to explain Ujigami to April in the most “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” way possible — full of bad metaphors and half-accurate summaries — which brother would do the worst job, and what would his explanation sound like?
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We celebrate Drow January with an adventure featuring... well, DROW! From the creator of Shadowdark, we present SHADOWS OF LASTWATCH KEEP! Special thanks to James from Random Encounters Buy Shadows of Lastwatch Keep from The Arcane Library DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS Order Lore TA Shaun's Solomon Kane novel, SUFFER THE WITCH! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It wouldn't be a Drow January without Drizzt! Russell Johnson stops by The Tower once again and this time we are discussing RA Salvatore's novels THE SILENT BLADE and SEA OF SWORDS! Check out Russell on his Discord, his book and short story readings on Spotify, his channel on YouTube as well as his Patreon! DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's Solomon Kane novel! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Join us for a quick detour on our tour of the Marvel Universe, as we take a quick jaunt into the Intergalactic Empire of Wakanda! This is a quick episode, as we come to understand this distant region of space.
Charlotte, Dave, and Zack discuss the most exciting Avengers comics… ever? And a new run of Captain America kicks off! Today’s episode is sponsored by GIT Collections, offering complete digital comics collections of the full histories of characters like Spider-Man, the Fantastic Four, Captain America, Iron Man and X-Men. Visit today and use promo code […] The post My Marvelous Year 2013 Pt. 4: Hickman takes the reins of the Marvel Universe appeared first on Comic Book Herald.
We continue Drow January by delving into the lore and history of the magocratic city of Sshamath! Homebrew Corner: Jarlaxle's Bag of Everything DnD Lorecast Discord | DnD Lorecast t-shirts, stickers and more! Order Lore TA Shaun's Alien novel, PERFECT ORGANISMS, out now! Order Lore TA Shaun's upcoming Solomon Kane novel! Links: Lore TA Shaun's second novel, The Dissonance, is out NOW Pantheon/PRH! Buy it ANYWHERE books are sold! And pick up Shaun's Conan the Barbarian ebook short story, also available now! The 616 Files - Shaun and Sergio's OTHER nerdy podcast! A deep dive into the 616 Marvel Universe, comic by comic, year by year Fandom University - And yet ANOTHER nerdy podcast! Multi-episodes arcs deep-diving into various nerdy topics *SEASON 1 NOW COMPLETE* Check out all the socials at dndlorecast.com And send us a note! Email us at dndlorecast@gmail.com ROBOTSRADIO.net - Smart Shows for Interesting People. Explore all the awesome shows on the network. Robots Radio Network Discord: discord.gg/JXKfVhM Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices