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Comic Reviews: DC Absolute Martian Manhunter 1 by Deniz Camp, Javier Rodriguez Batman 158 by Jeph Loeb, Jim Lee, Scott Williams Harley Quinn Fartacular: Silent Butt Deadly 1 by Joanne Starer, Ted Brandt, Ro Stein, Marissa Louise Peacemaker Presents: The Vigilante/Eagly Double Feature 1 by Tim Seeley, Mitch Gerads, James Gunn; Rex Ogle, Matteo Lolli, John Kalisz, James Gunn Marvel Deadpool vs. Wolverine: Slash ‘Em Up 1 by Christos Gage, Alan Robinson, Carlos Lopez Doom's Division 1 by Yoon Ha Lee, Minkyu Jung, Mattia Iacono Godzilla vs. Fantastic Four 1 by Ryan North, John Romita Jr., Scott Hanna, Marcio Menyz Pooluminati 1 by Zac Gorman ,Todd Nauck, Rachelle Rosenberg; Alexis Quasarano, Enid Balam, Ian Herring X-Manhunt Omega 1 by Murewa Ayodele, Gail Simone, Enid Balam, Gleb Melnikov, Federica Mancin, Brian Reber Marvel Unlimited It's Jeff 44 by Kelly Thompson, Gurihiru Dark Horse Our Brilliant Ruin: Horror at Crane Mansion 1 by Cullen Bunn, Christopher Mitten, Piky Hamilton Dynamite Vampirella (Volume 6) 1 by Christopher Priest, Ergun Gunduz Image Bitter Root: The Next Movement 1 by David Walker, Chuck Brown, Sanford Greene, Matt Herms Kids 1 by Garth Ennis, Dalibor Talajic, Stjepan Bartolic Universal Monsters: The Mummy 1 by Faith Erin Hicks, Lee Loughridge We're Taking Everyone Down With Us 1 by Matthew Rosenberg, Stefano Landini, Roman Titov, Jason Wordie You'll Do Bad Things 1 by Tyler Boss, Adriano Turtulici Mad Cave Far Down Below 1 by Chris Condon, Gege Schall Oni Free For All 1 by Patrick Horvath Titan Solomon Kane: The Serpent Ring 1 by Patrick Zircher Vault Money Shot: Big Bang 0 by Tim Seeley, Patton Oswalt, Sarah Beattie, Rebekah Isaacs, Gisele Lagace, Caroline Leigh Layne, Garth Graham, K. Michael Russell OGN Countdown Minecraft: Out of Order by Josh Hicks, Pip Martin Dyno Poet by Tom Angelberger Season of the Roses by Chloe Wary Gunslingers by Mike Richardson, Jordie Armengol Student Government by Lilah Sturges, Dave Justus, Joe Eisma Kylooe by Little Thunder Fierce: The Fucked-Up Fairy Tale of a Fed-Up Princess by Geoffroy Monde, Mathieu Burniat Avatar: The Last Airbender – Ashes of the Academy by Faith Erin Hicks, Peter Wartman, Adele Matera Reversal by Alex de Campi, Skylar Partridge, Kelly Fitzpatrick Additional Reviews: Last One Laughing Daredevil ep5 and ep6 Surprise animated movie review! News: official partnership of IDW/Alien/Valiant, Diamond is purchased, Avengers cast, Omninews, Absolute Martian Manhunter extended to 12 issues, Mary Steenburgen cast in Man on the Inside s2, potential revival of beloved cult classic, Zelda movie in 2026, Coyote vs. ACME saved, DSTLRY signs with Penguin Random House Comics Countdown (26 March 2025): Absolute Wonder Woman 6 by Kelly Thompson, Mattia De Iulis Absolute Martian Manhunter 1 by Deniz Camp, Javier Rodriguez Radiant Black 32 by Kyle Higgins, Joe Clark, Eduardo Ferigato, Rod Fernandes Big Burn 3 by Joe Henderson, Lee Garbett, Lee Loughridge Superman 24 by Joshua Williamson, Eddy Barrows, Eber Ferreira, Alejandro Sanchez Ultimate Spider-Man 15 by Jonathan Hickman, David Messina, Matt Wilson Wonder Woman 19 by Tom King, Daniel Sampere, Tomeu Morey Department of Truth 29 by James Tynion IV, Martin Simmonds Metamorpho: The Element Man 4 by Al Ewing, Steve Lieber, Lee Loughridge Fantastic Four 30 by Ryan North, Cory Smith, Oren Junior, Jesus Aburtov
John, Alison and Liz discuss this year's Hugo Awards finalists. An uncorrected transcript of this episode is available here. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk, join our Facebook group, and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content warnings this episode: None A note from John: I've done my level best to find useful URLs and link them below. Please let me know if there are better links or things I've missed! Best Novel Alien Clay by Adrian Tchaikovsky The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley Service Model by Adrian Tchaikovsky Someone You Can Build a Nest In by John Wiswell A Sorceress Comes to Call by T Kingfisher The Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett Best Novella The Brides of High Hill by Nghi Vo The Butcher of the Forest by Premee Mohamed Navigational Entanglements by Aliette de Bodard The Practice, the Horizon, and the Chain by Sofia Samatar The Tusks of Extinction by Ray Nayler What Feasts at Night by T Kingfisher Best Novelette “The Brotherhood of Montague St. Video” by Thomas Ha “By Salt, By Sea, By Light of Stars” by Premee Mohamed “The Four Sisters Overlooking the Sea” by Naomi Kritzer “Lake of Souls” by Ann Leckie “Loneliness Universe” by Eugenia Triantafyllou “Signs of Life” by Sarah Pinsker Best Short Story “Five Views of the Planet Tartarus” by Rachael K Jones “Marginalia” by Mary Robinette Kowal “Stitched to Skin Like Family Is” by Nghi Vo “Three Faces of a Beheading” by Arkady Martine “We Will Teach You How to Read | We Will Teach You How to Read” by Caroline M Yoachim “Why Don't We Just Kill the Kid in the Omelas Hole” by Isabel J Kim Best Series Between Earth and Sky by Rebecca Roanhorse The Burning Kingdoms by Tasha Suri InCryptid by Seanan McGuire Southern Reach by Jeff VanderMeer The Stormlight Archive by Brandon Sanderson The Tyrant Philosophers by Adrian Tchaikovsky Best Graphic Story The Deep Dark by Molly Knox Ostertag The Hunger and the Dusk, Vol. 1 by G Willow Wilson and Chris Wildgoose Monstress, Vol. 9 by Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda My Favorite Thing is Monsters, Vol. 2 by Emil Ferris Star Trek: Lower Decks: Warp Your Own Way by Ryan North and Chris Fenoglio We Called Them Giants by Kieron Gillen and Stephanie Hans Best Related Work “Charting the Cliff: An Investigation into the 2023 Hugo Nomination Statistics” by Camestros Felapton and Heather Rose Jones r/Fantasy's 2024 Bingo Reading Challenge “The Spectacular Failure of the Star Wars Hotel” by Jenny Nicholson Speculative Whiteness: Science Fiction and the Alt-Right by Jordan S Carroll Track Changes by Abigail Nussbaum “The 2023 Hugo Awards: A Report on Censorship and Exclusion” by Chris M Barkley and Jason Sanford Best Dramatic Presentation (Long Form) Dune: Part Two Flow Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga I Saw the TV Glow Wicked The Wild Robot Best Dramatic Presentation (Short Form) “The Beginning” (Fallout) “Death's Hand in Mine” (Agatha All Along) “Dot and Bubble” (Doctor Who) “Fissure Quest” (Star Trek: Lower Decks) “The New Next Generation” (Star Trek: Lower Decks) “73 Yards” (Doctor Who) Best Game or Interactive Work Caves of Qud Dragon Age: The Veilguard The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Lorelei and the Laser Eyes Tactical Breach Wizards 1000xRESIST Best Editor (Short Form) Scott H. Andrews Jennifer Brozek Neil Clarke Jonathan Strahan Lynne M. Thomas and Michael Damian Thomas Sheila Williams Best Editor (Long Form) Carl Engle-Laird Ali Fisher Lee Harris David Thomas Moore Diana M. Pho Stephanie Stein Best Professional Artist Micaela Alcaino Audrey Benjaminsen Rovina Cai Maurizio Manzieri Tran Nguyen Alyssa Winans Best Semiprozine The Deadlands Escape Pod FIYAH khōréō Strange Horizons Uncanny Magazine Best Fanzine The Ancillary Review of Books Black Nerd Problems The Full Lid Galactic Journey Journey Planet Unofficial Hugo Book Club Blog Best Fancast The Coode Street Podcast Eight of Diana Wynne Jones Hugo, Girl! Hugos There A Meal of Thorns Worldbuilding for Mascochists Best Fan Writer Camestros Felapton Abigail Nussbaum Roseanna Pendlebury Jason Sanford Alasdair Stuart Örjan Westin Best Fan Artist Iain Clark Sara Felix Meg Frank Michelle Morrell España Sheriff Alison Scott Best Poem Calypso by Oliver K Langmead “Ever Noir” by Mari Ness “there are no taxis for the dead” by Angela Liu “A War of Words” by Marie Brennan “We Drink Lava” by Ai Jiang “Your Visiting Dragon” by Devan Barlow Lodestar Award The Feast Makers by H.A. Clarke Heavenly Tyrant by Xiran Jay Zhao The Maid and the Crocodile by Jordan Ifueko Moonstorm by Yoon Ha Lee Sheine Lende by Darcie Little Badger So Let Them Burn by Kamilah Cole Astounding Award Moniquill Blackgoose Bethany Jacobs Hannah Kaner Angela Liu Jared Pechaček Tia Tashiro Credits Cover art: “Scorching Hot Takes” by Alison Scott Alt text: A black background. Text in purple reads “Octothorpe 132” while text MADE OF FIRE says “Scorching hot takes on the Hugo finalists”. Theme music: “Fanfare for Space” by Kevin MacLeod (CC BY 4.0)
L'émission Back Issues du podcast First Print est un programme de chroniques/reviews/analyse autour de comics sortis en VO ou en VF. Les chroniqueurs Arno et Corentin essaient à la fois de coller à l'actualité, de faire le tour des comics qui montrent toute la diversité de la proposition de la bande dessinée américaine. De préférence, avec des ouvrages à recommander, mais parfois pas ! L'essentiel, c'est surtout de discuter !Alors, quels comics VF allez-vous lire prochainement ?Le ProgrammeLes liens vous renvoient chez notre partenaire Comics Zone (et parfois Pulp's). Une commande chez eux marquera votre soutien à un libraire indépendant, et nous filera aussi un petit coup de pouce !Absolute Power Tome 1 / Tome 2 - 03:00Fantastic Four par Ryan North Tome 1 - 26:55Captain America : La Vérité - 40:25Soutenez First Print - Podcast Comics de Référence sur TipeeeHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
Marvel March Madness wraps up with Ryan North! Jimmy gets instantly hooked as he reads his first Fantastic Four comics with volume 1 of Ryan's current run. If you haven't been reading Fantastic Four, you are missing out. Ryan talks a lot about the series, how he approaches writing it, and some of the different artists he's been able to work with. Issue #30 comes out March 26th. Ryan is also writing the new One World Under Doom. Ryan chats about the fun of writing Dr. Doom as the Sorcerer Supreme, and if there were any characters he was excited about using in this series. Hint: there were! It wouldn't be the Cryptid Creator Corner though without Jimmy going rogue and asking Ryan about some of his other works that Jimmy is now obsessed with, including To Be or Not To Be, a book that turns Hamlet into a choose-your-own adventure book. There's also How to Invent Everything, a book whose premise is that your time machine strands you in the distant past and you can't repair it so you might as well get work inventing, well, everything. At Comic Book Yeti we don't know anyone that thinks about time travel as much as Jimmy, except now, maybe Ryan? This conversation is such an excellent end to Marvel March Madness! Follow Ryan on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/ryannorth.ca Ryan's website: https://www.ryannorth.ca/ Dinosaur comics: https://www.qwantz.com/about.html Fantastic Four #30 From the publisher FANTASTIC THREE! After Ben Grimm has suffered a terrible (and very public) defeat at the hands of Doom, he's left lost, adrift — and more vulnerable than he has been in years. And when a trip to New York goes wrong and his fate suddenly turns from bad to worse, Ben has never been more vulnerable — and soon takes a shocking shortcut he won't be able to undo! This is one Thing and Alicia story you won't soon forget! One World Under Doom From the publisher ONE WORLD UNDER DOOM! Six months ago, Doctor Victor Von Doom became Sorcerer Supreme - then disappeared behind Latveria's closed borders. For most, there's enough going on in the world that Doom's absence is not a priority, and some time without him feels like a blessing. Only a few recognize it for what it truly was...the calm before the storm. It is a storm that has now arrived. The world has woken up to a new reality: Doctor Doom, Earth's Sorcerer Supreme, has magically taken over every broadcast medium on the planet and declared himself Emperor of the World - the ruler of a new United Latveria! And shockingly, impossibly, all of Earth's leaders seem to be going along with this. Luckily, whether it's mind control or Doombots, whatever's affecting them hasn't affected Earth's heroes - and so they quickly form a strike team to stop Doom's machinations. But will they succeed? And what happens when some begin to welcome their new Emperor with open arms, clamoring for One World Under Doom? Marvel's biggest and most shocking event ever begins right here. To Be or Not To Be: https://bookshop.org/p/books/to-be-or-not-to-be-a-chooseable-path-adventure-ryan-north/12470776 How to Invent Everything: https://bookshop.org/p/books/how-to-invent-everything-a-survival-guide-for-the-stranded-time-traveler-ryan-north/12476891 PATREON We have a new Patreon, CryptidCreatorCornerpod. If you like what we do, please consider supporting us. We got two simple tiers, $1 and $3. Want to know more, you know what to do. ARKENFORGE Play TTRPG games? Make sure to check out our partner Arkenforge. Use the discount code YETI5 to get $5 off your order. THE LANTERN CATALOG Created on the premise of creating light in the dark, this is the the go to resource to keep you up to date on the indy projects and the creators you love. You can find them at https://www.thelanterncatalog.com/. Make sure to check out our sponsor 2000AD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Absolute Flash #1 by Jeff Lemire, Nick Robles, and Adriano Lucas, One World Under Doom #2 by Ryan North, R. B. Silva, and David Curiel, El Fuego by David Rubin from Oni Press, Absolute Batman, Assorted Crisis Events #1 by Deniz Camp, Eric Zawadzki, and Jordie Bellaire, Holy Lacrimony by Michael DeForge from Drawn & Quarterly, Thundercats: Lost #1 by Ed Brisson, Rapha Lobosco, and Roshan Kurichiyanil from Dynamite, Gilt Frame, Beat It, Rufus by Noah Van Sciver from Fantagraphics, plus a whole mess more!
Following the events of "Blood Hunt", The Marvel Comics Universe has been reshaped by the shock-and-awe assault on global power of Earth's new Sorcerer Supreme - Doctor Doom! In this episode, we're covering the highly anticipated "One World Under Doom" event. We start by recapping the crucial storylines from Ryan North's amazing Fantastic Four that led to this moment, then delve into the first issue, analyzing its key moments and speculating on what's to come. Whether you're a fan of epic Marvel crossover events, or you're just looking to keep current on what's happening in the Marvel U, this episode is for you!
Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you 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!NEWSECCC - Tell us how it was, ALEX!?!?!?ECCC '25: James Tynion IV and Michael Walsh on Exquisite CorpsesEmma Frost solo book, throwback to days as White Queen within the Hellfire ClubJonathan Hickman's 4-issue ‘Imperial' details revealed'Giant-Size Age of Apocalypse scores Jeph Loeb and Simone Di Meo backupMarvel announces ‘Avengers Academy: Assemble' for June 2025Marvel reveals June 2025 'One World Under Doom' tie-in details'New Thunderbolts*' matches MCU with asterisk titled new seriesDeadpool celebrates milestone #350 with new villain and moreMarvel teases shocking Wolverine reveal coming in 'Wolverine' #400New Ultimates Universe covers and stories revealed for June 2025DC reveals 'DC Pride 2025' anthology details and Pride plansOur Top Books of the WeekDave:Assorted Crisis Events' #1 (Deniz Camp, Eric Zawadzki)Star Trek: Lower Decks #5 (Ryan North, Jack Lawrence)Just want to mention it… Amazing Spider-Man #69 (Joe Kelly, Ed Mcguinness)Alex:X-Men #13 (MacKay, Netho Diaz, Sean Parsons)Dark Pyramid #1 (MadCave) W: Paul Tobin, A: P.J. HoldenStandout KAPOW moment of the week:Alex - X-Men #13, psychic battle between Quentin & XavierDave - All-New Venom #4 (Al Ewing, Carlos Gomez)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKAlex: Absolute Flash #1, Crush Depth #1Dave: The Deviant #9 (James Tynion IV, Joshua Hixson)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Nightwing #124 (Jorge Fornes Card Stock Cover)Alex: One World Under Doom #2 (Thing losing his powers??)Interview: Deniz Camp talks about Assorted Crisis Events, Ultimates, and Absolute Martian Manhunter.Assorted Crisis Events explores a world where time is breaking down, leading to unpredictable scenarios. What inspired you to delve into the concept of time's fragility and its impact on everyday life? The anthology format allows for diverse storytelling. How do you approach crafting each issue to ensure it offers a unique yet cohesive experience within the overarching narrative?Ashley, introduced in issue #1, is a relatable character amidst the chaos. Can you share more about her development and the role she plays in grounding the story? Collaborating with artists like Eric Zawadzki brings a distinct visual style to the series. How does his artistic vision complement your storytelling, and what has the collaborative process been like? The series blends various genres and time periods. How do you balance these elements to maintain narrative coherence while keeping readers engaged?In previous discussions, you've mentioned the importance of density in storytelling. How do you ensure that each page is packed with meaningful content without overwhelming the reader? The theme of normalizing chaos is prevalent in the series. How does this reflect contemporary societal issues, and what message do you hope readers take away from it?If you could witness any historical event firsthand, which one would you choose, and how might it inspire a future story in Assorted Crisis Events?You've crafted 20th Century Men and The Ultimates. How has your experience with those projects influenced your approach to Assorted Crisis Events? How is it juggling multiple books?In The Ultimates #10, the Red Skulls—a neo-Nazi group—appropriate the Punisher's iconic skull logo. What motivated you to intertwine these specific symbols, and how do you perceive their combined significance within the narrative?Given your focus on individual character narratives, are there contemporary societal issues you aim to explore through specific characters in future issues?In Absolute Martian Manhunter, you've described the series as a "radical reinvention" of the character, blending psychological horror with superhero elements. Could you elaborate on the creative challenges and freedoms you've encountered in crafting this narrative within DC's Absolute Universe?
Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you 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!NEWSA new Marvel and DC explosive crossover is coming!Marvel sheds new light on ‘Death of Silver Surfer' #1New Ghost Machine titles announced by Brad Meltzer, Geoff Johns, and Gene HaImage Comics joins upcoming comics app 'Sweet Shop'New DC Universe Infinite monthly Ultra Tier subscription launchedNew 'H2SH' preview pages reveal Jim Lee's Batman and moreOur Top Books of the WeekDave:Absolute Wonder Woman #5 (Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman)Fantastic Four #29 (Ryan North, Cory Smith)CJ:Radiant Black #31 (Kyle Higgins, Joe Clark, Eduardo Ferigato, Rod Fernandes, Becca Carey)Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #7 (Jason Aaron and Juan Ferrerya)Standout KAPOW moment of the week:CJ - Hellhunters #3 (Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Adam Gorham - last page!)Dave - Ultimate Spider-Man 14 (Jonathan Hickman, Marco Checcheto)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKCJ: Secret Six #1 (https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/comic/3944663/secret-six-1)Dave: Spider-Gwen: Ghost Spider #11 (Stephanie Phillips, Paolo Villanelli)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: The Ultimates #10 (Mateus Manhanini) CJ: The Terminator #5 (Declan Shalvey)Interview: Tyler Boss You'll Do Bad Things #1 out March 26, with artist Adriano TurtuliciWhat inspired you to blend the true crime genre with the pulpy, neon-soaked aesthetic of Giallo films in You'll Do Bad Things?How did the concept of a true crime writer whose fictional murders start happening in real life come to life? Was it your own writers block?Can you describe the creative journey behind developing Seth Holms as a character struggling to write a happy ending?The comic is described as a "love letter to the Italian slasher genre"—how have films like those of Dario Argento influenced your storytelling and visuals?13How do you balance the elements of horror, gore, and B-horror camp with a critique of our cultural obsession with true crime?I really liked how, in a scene set in the narrative, you call back to the fact we're in the story within the story via lettering, was that in the script or Hassan's idea?With He Came in with a Smile as a backdrop, how does Seth's past impact the unfolding narrative in this new miniseries?What are some of the challenges you faced while infusing both literary and cinematic influences into a cohesive comic book experience?In what ways do you hope readers engage with the commentary on true crime fandom as they dive into this dark, twisted world?If you discovered that your own stories were coming to life, which character from 'You'll Do Bad Things' would you least want to encounter in a dark alley, and how would you try to escape their clutches?
Marvel's big event has begun and the Speakers of Geek give their thoughts on the first issue of One World Under Doom by Ryan North, R.B. Silva, David Curiel, Travis Lanham and company. Doctor Doom has made his move and is now in control of the world! We discuss his possible motivations, the gathering of the heroes in opposition, the art, and speculate on future developments. And then we close with Pants' recent trip to Gallifrey One. Only Doom can save you - but will he? (48:43)
Comic Reviews: DC DC vs. Vampires: World War V – Darkness and Light 1 by Matthew Rosenberg, Nikola Cizmesija, Francesco Segala, Daniel Bayliss, Pierluigi Casolino Green Lantern Corps 1 by Morgan Hampton, Jeremy Adams, Fernando Pasarin, Oclair Albert, Arif Prianto Marvel Eddie Brock: Carnage 1 by Charles Soule, Jesus Saiz, Matt Hollingsworth Marvel Mutts 1 by Mackenzie Cadenhead, Takeshi Miyazawa, Raul Angulo One World Under Doom 1 by Ryan North, R.B. Silva, David Curiel Marvel Unlimited Alligator Loki 48 by Alyssa Wong, Bob Quinn AWA CamGirl 1 by Sarah Cho, C.P. Smith Dark Horse Cyberpunk 2077: Psycho Squad 1 by Dan Watters, Kieran McKeown Into the Unbeing Part Two 1 by Zac Thompson, Hayden Sherman Midst: Ripples by Kendra Wells, Vash Taylor, Valentina Bianconi Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch – Ghost Agents 1 by Michael Moreci, Reese Hannigan, Elisabetta D'Amico, Michael Atiyeh Dynamite Powerpuff Girls Mwah Mwah Kissy Face Valentine's Day Special by Image Bug Wars 1 by Jason Aaron, Mahmud Asrar, Matthew Wilson Creepshow in Love 1 by Mirka Andolfo, Chiara di Francia; Patrick Horvath; Yul-Pyeong Oh, Pure Mad Cave Dick Tracy Valentine's Day Special by Alex Segura, Michael Moreci, Chantelle Aimee Osman, Craig Cermak; Steve Orlando, Brent Schoonover, Mark Englert Oni Mine is a Long, Lonesome Grave 1 by Justin Jordan, Chris Shehan, Alessandro Santoro Titan Lenore: The Time War 1 by Roman Dirge OGN Countdown ShadowPlay: The Midnight School by Sam Fonseca Les Normaux by Janine Janssen, S. Al Sabado Caseys Cases: Mysterious New Girl by Kay Healy Silverlake by John Zuur Platten, Andrea Mutti Secret of Kells by Tomm Moore, Nora Twomey, Samuel Sattin Tooth by Cullen Bunn, Shawn Lee, Matt Kindt Additional Reviews: Captain America: Brave New World Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Dredd Surprise movie review: We're Back News: new Tynion/Walsh series Exquisite Corpses, Hansel and Gretel by Stephen King, Aquamanatee, Goonies 2 in development Trailers: How to Train Your Dragon Comics Countdown (12 February 2025): Bug Wars 1 by Jason Aaron, Mahmud Asrar, Matthew Wilson Absolute Batman 5 by Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Frank Martin Batman: Dark Patterns 3 by Dan Watters, Hayden Sherman, Triona Farrell Aquaman 2 by Jeremy Adams, John Timms, Rex Lokus Those Not Afraid 2 by Kyle Starks, Patrick Piazzalunga, Marco Brakko Moon is Following Us 6 by Daniel Warren Johnson, Riley Rossmo, Mike Spicer Lucky Devils 2 by Charles Soule, Ryan Browne, Kevin Knipstein Welcome to the Maynard 3 by James Robinson, J. Bone, Ian Herring Geiger 11 by Geoff Johns, Gary Frank, Brad Anderson Cable: Love and Chrome 2 by David Pepose, Mike Henderson, Arif Prianto
Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you 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!NEWSBrian K. Vaughan comments on 'We Stand on Guard' Canada vs. America trendingFilm concept artist Dawn Brown gets ‘Gracie's Ghost' release date'The Vision & the Scarlet Witch' #1 limited series coming May 2025'Marvel & Disney: What If...? Donald Duck Became Iron Man' #1 announcedMarvel unveils 'One World Under Doom' #4 detailsMarvel teases Gwen Stacy will return from the deadMarvel reveals new 'Phoenix' story arc starting in issue #11 with new series cover artist Lukas Werneck and main artist Roi Mercado!'Amadeus Cho 20th Anniversary Special' announced for MayMarvel teases 'Hell Hulk' appearing in 'Hellverine' #6DC announces 'Aquamanatee' coming September 2025Jeff Lemire confirms details surrounding 'Absolute Flash' #1 and beyondOur Top Books of the WeekDave:Into the Unbeing Part 2 #1 (Zac Thompson, Hayden Sherman)Eddie Brock: Carnage #1 (Charles Soule and Jesús Saiz)Dan:One World Under Doom #1 (Ryan North, RB Silva)Bug Wars #1 (Jason Aaron, Mahmud Asrar)Standout KAPOW moment of the week:Dan - Eddie Brock: Carnage #1 by Charles Soule and Jesús Saiz Dave - Batman: Dark Patterns #3 (Dan Watters, Hayden Sherman)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKDan: Zatanna #1 by Jamal Campbell, Letters by Ariana Maher (Honorable Mention: Power Rangers Prime #4 by Melissa Flores and Michael Yg)Dave: The New Gods #3 (Ram V, Evan Cagle, Riccardo Federici)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Catwoman #73 (Sebastian Fiumara Cover)Dan: Storm #5 - Black History Month Variand by Taurin ClarkeInterview: Sarah Cho - CamgirlStory and ThemesCamgirl explores intense themes like fetishization, sex work stigmatization, and identity. What inspired you to tackle these issues through Dani's story?Can you give us the elevator pitch for the one-shot?Dani's dual identity as herself and her online persona, Kyoko, highlights themes of performance and identity. How did you approach crafting the tension between these two worlds?You've mentioned exploring how people view and treat Asian women. What message or conversation do you hope Camgirl sparks in readers regarding this cultural obsession and the dangers it brings?Camgirl is framed as a psychosexual thriller. How do you balance the psychological tension and erotic elements to keep the story compelling and meaningful?Characters and DevelopmentThe antagonist in Camgirl is an obsessive follower of Dani's online persona. What can you tell us about the psychological or thematic importance of this stalker figure?Creative ProcessYou've worked in speculative fiction before with Red Light. How did your creative approach differ when crafting a more grounded but still intense story like Camgirl?Collaboration with an artist is key in comics. How did C.P. Smith's art style help bring Dani's world to life, especially when depicting the dual realities of her life and her online persona?Why the use of drugs in the book?If Dani could take a vacation from both her real life and her online persona, where do you think she'd go, and how would she spend her time off?
It's another week of new books! Nico & TK, alongside producer Kevo, talk titles, issues, and more as they kick things off with Eddie Brock: Carnage, Charles Soule's new take on the classic character(s). Then, kick things over to One World Under Doom, as Ryan North brings in the new era of the Marvel U. Next up, the team turn their attention to the newest iteration of the Green Lantern Corps before closing things out with a look at the first four months of the DC Absolute line, with a special focus on Absolute Batman 5 – all this and more on an all new X Is For Podcast! X IS FOR SHOW is a talk show for your favorite media, the same way THE OFFICE was a documentary about a paper company. Every week, THE ACTION PACK gathers to discuss a wide range of entertainment media and news, from film & TV to comics to gaming, music, and beyond. Led by showrunner NICO (@NicoAction), with co-hosts TK (@TKAccidental) and producer KEVO (@KevoReally), as well as a variety of friends and special guests, these LIVE discussions are not to be missed - so be sure to tune in and join us for all the fun!
Writer Ryan North joins the show to talk about Marvel's One World Under Doom, Fantastic Four, IDW's Star Trek: Lower Decks and more.
Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you 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!NEWSFantastic Four: First Steps first impressions?Massive Publishing partners with Lunar Distribution, launching new product brandSkybound and Act 4 Publishing announce future Artist and Connoisseur EditionsTOP 50 COMICS - JANUARY 2025Our Top Books of the WeekDave:Batman (2016) #157 (Chip Zdarsky, Jorge Jimenez, Tony S. Daniel)Star Wars: Legacy of Vader #1 (Charles Soule, Luke Ross)Nathan:Ultimates #9Batman (2016) #157 (Chip Zdarsky, Jorge Jimenez, Tony S. Daniel)Standout KAPOW moment of the week:Nathan - Cruel Kingdom #2 (Various)Dave - Absolute Superman #4 (Jason Aaron, Rafa Sandoval)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKDave: One World Under Doom #1 (Ryan North, R.B. Silva)Nathan: One World Under Doom #1 (Ryan North, R.B. Silva)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Absolute Batman #5 (1:50 Clay Mann & Seth Mann Virgin Card Stock Cover)Nathan: Spider-Gwen: The Ghost Spider #10 (Lee Garbett Foreshadow Variant)Interview: Ryan North One World Under Doom:Doom's Duality: You've described Doom as "the ultimate villain" who always finds a way to win. How do you balance his intellectual, manipulative side with his more overt, imposing displays of power in this series?Vision and Timing: One World Under Doom has been in the works since 2023 and I can't help but think this was made to be read with a new U.S. president shaking things up, am I way off base with this feeling? The Sorcerer Supreme Element: Incorporating Doom's newfound status as Sorcerer Supreme super charges the villain yet we know we can't have characters running around like gods… are there chinks in his armor you're weaving into this story so that the heroes have a chance to defeat him? Squirrel girl fans must know, will she be a key component of your event?World-Building: Latveria has been shut away for some time, with it seemingly opening up in the first issue, how important to this story are any societal shifts or cultural dynamics spinning out of Doom taking over everything?Collaboration: Last time we spoke in November you were wrapping up the last issue of the arc, with some time to reflect on writing it, along with working with other creative teams for tie-ins, do you have a new perspective on what we're in store for?Character Reactions: The Avengers and Fantastic Four have faced Doom countless times, yet Doom has been hidden away for some time, does that influence their emotional responses with Doom's new global domination?The Mystery of Power: The series teases a mystery about how Doom convinced the world's leaders to accept his rule, and it sort of reminded me of WWI, without giving away spoilers. Were you looking at any historical moments for inspiration to kick off his rule?Visual Storytelling: R.B. Silva's art is a standout feature of the series, and likely he stuns consistently as I saw with issue #1, but do you have any Silva high water mark moments in any specific issues?Silly Question: If Doctor Doom were to design a reality TV show in his new United Latveria, what would it be called, and who would be its target audience?
The wait is over! Thomas and Frank react to the first teaser for Fantastic Four: First Steps and break down all the major details. From the retro-futuristic New York City setting to the new interpretations of the characters, this trailer has given us plenty to discuss. We dive into the Fantastic Four's dynamic, the potential role of Doctor Doom, Galactus' looming threat, and how this film may connect to the larger MCU. We also talk about the visual aesthetics, character performances, and what this means for future Marvel films. Timestamps & Topics 00:00 – Introduction: Early morning reactions to the Fantastic Four trailer 00:38 – Watching the trailer live: Initial reactions and hype 01:13 – The Fantastic Four's family dynamic and why it stands out 01:50 – The retro-futuristic aesthetic of New York City in the film 02:35 – The Baxter Building, its significance, and NYC's superhero landscape 03:07 – The city's destruction: Will Galactus wipe this world out? 03:41 – Ben Grimm's role and how The Thing is portrayed in this version 04:53 – Fantastic Four vs. Hulk: How The Thing compares in power 05:55 – Powers in the MCU: Johnny's new fire effects and Sue's invisibility changes 06:41 – Fantastic Four suit designs: A subtle 60s influence? 07:37 – How this world could connect to the MCU and possible multiverse implications 08:29 – Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards: A new take on the character 09:48 – Reed Richards' personality: The reserved genius vs. Tony Stark's arrogance 11:48 – The intimate moments in the trailer that make it stand out 12:16 – The music: Why it's a perfect fit for this nostalgic take on Marvel 12:57 – Ben Grimm's emotional moment: Evan Marsback's performance is going to hit hard 14:18 – Red Ghost and Mole Man: How deep will this movie go into classic villains? 15:46 – Could Doctor Doom be introduced in this film? Speculating his MCU debut 17:10 – Matthew Vaughn's direction: Expecting strong character moments and aesthetics 18:28 – Fantastic Four comic reading recommendations from Thomas 19:44 – What's next for Marvel: Upcoming projects in 2025 Key Takeaways Fantastic Four is embracing a retro-futuristic New York, setting it apart from the standard MCU aesthetic. This version of the Fantastic Four is already established heroes, skipping the traditional origin story format. The Baxter Building's introduction adds another iconic superhero HQ to the MCU. The trailer hints at major destruction, likely tying into Galactus and multiverse events. Ben Grimm's emotional journey seems to be at the heart of this film. Doctor Doom's role is still unknown, but his presence feels inevitable. The Fantastic Four's powers look visually distinct compared to past iterations. Pedro Pascal's Reed Richards seems to lean into a more introverted, anxious genius, differentiating him from Tony Stark. Reading recommendation: The current Fantastic Four run by Ryan North is a great place for new readers to jump in. Memorable Quotes
Les 4 Fantastiques reviennent pour une toute nouvelle série. X-Factor se place sans problème parmi les rééditions essentielles de l'année 2025. Et Superman : Identité Secrète s'inscrit définitivement parmi les grandes lectures de Superman... sans Superman.L'équipe de Comics Pick vous souhaite une bonne année 2025, et ces sorties comics de Janvier nous assurent déjà un excellent début d'année. C'est avec plaisir qu'on se retrouve pour partager notre amour de comics cultes avec Superman et X-Factor.... et exprimer notre profond désaccord concernant les Fantastic Four de Ryan North.Entre rires et critiques, on commence l'année 2025 avec le sourire, et c'est avec plaisir qu'on poursuit cette aventure à vos côtés.Comics Pick est un podcast indépendant.Si cette émission vous a plu, vous pouvez nous soutenir sur nos pages Tipeee ou Patreon, ou en partageant l'émission sur les réseaux.Retrouvez tous nos liens sur notre : linktr.ee/comicsstuffUn grand merci à vous tous pour le soutien que vous manifestez pour l'émission. On se retrouve le mois prochain pour un nouvel épisode !
Welcome back! Our coverage of the upcoming Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man by Marvel Animation continues with an interview with Hudson Thames — the voice of Peter Parker himself! Afterwards we chat with writer Ryan North about the impending One World Under Doom so you can get al caught up with the story before the digging into the event. Chapters: 0:00 - Hello again! 1:40 - Hudson Thames, voice of Spider-Man 12:32 - The History of Doctor Octopus 22:39 - Ryan North on One World Under Doom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Today we're stepping into the surreal, tragic, and darkly comedic world of Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse-Five—a story about war, time travel, and what it means to say, 'So it goes.' My guest this week is Kat McClesse. Kat is an Archaeologist with her M.A. in Bioarchaeology and an amateur photographer. Slaughterhouse Five has been one of her favorite books since childhood and sparked a lifelong interest in activism and human rights. She's has a passion for horror and has driven her fiance insane with "too many books" (his words). They live in Tuckahoe, Virginia with their 2 cats. The protagonist of this story is Billy Pilgrim, a veteran of WWII who becomes unstuck in time. An important moment in the story is where time is explained as a bug caught in amber, so we paired it with an “Amber Old Fashioned” Amber Old Fashioned Recipe (from vinepair.com)1 ounce bourbon1 ounce rich aged rum1 tablespoon simple syrup1 dash peach bitters1 dash Angostura bittersGarnish: Citrus peel Directions Add all ingredients to a mixing glass with ice and stir until chilled.Strain into a rocks glass with fresh ice.Garnish with citrus peel. In This EpisodeThe Things They Carried by Tim O'BrienUnbroken by Laura HillenbrandThe Writer's Crusade by Tom RostonI Am Malala by Malala YousafzaiSlaughterhouse Five: the Graphic Novel by Ryan North and Albert Montes
Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you 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!NEWSAllegations against Neil Gaiman were expanded upon in a new Vulture article.The Vulture article by Lila Shapiro dives into the disturbing allegations of sexual misconduct against renowned author Neil Gaiman, as well as the ripple effects on his professional and personal life, including his estranged wife Amanda Palmer. Through detailed accounts from accusers and an exploration of Gaiman's history, career, and relationships, the piece scrutinizes how his public persona as a feminist and literary icon contrasts with the dark claims emerging about his behavior. This investigative feature challenges readers to reckon with the power dynamics, silence, and consequences that often surround such allegations in creative industries.Gaiman respondsMarvel teases 'One World Under Doom' #3 with covers and moreDoctor Doom's ‘Superior Avengers' launching April 2025Marvel reveals every 'One World Under Doom' tie-in solicit for April 2025Storm's 50th anniversary to introduce Thunder Gods in 'Storm' #7Marvel confirms Venom's identity to be revealed in ‘All-New Venom' #5Ironheart gets new one-shot 'Ironheart: Bad Chemstry' for April 2025'Star Wars: Jedi Knights' #1 to feature long lost character Atha PrimeDan Slott to write ‘Superman Unlimited' ongoing series in May 2025DC reveals Free Comic Book Day 2025 offeringsDC Preview: DC Power: Rise of the Power CompanyDC annouces 'The Power Company: Recharged' for April 2025New 'Criminal' printings coming ahead of TV show launchFive new ‘G.I. Joe' Silent Missions one-shots announcedDiamond Comic Distributors, Inc. files for bankruptcyVault Comics announces direct-to-retailer distribution optionOur Top Books of the WeekDave:Star Trek: Lower Decks (2024) #3 (Ryan North, Jack Lawrence)The Nice House by the Sea (2024) #5 (James Tynion IV, Alvaro Martinez Bueno)CJ:Storm #4 - Marvel (Murowera Ayodele, Lucas Werneck)Black Lightning #3 - DC (Brandon Thomas, Fico Ossio)Standout KAPOW moment of the week:CJ - Ultimate Wolverine #1 (Chris Condon, Alessandro Cappucio)Dave - Wonder Woman #17 (Tom King, Daniel Sampere) (note it was delayed to some comic shops)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKDave: Doctor Doom & Rocket Raccoon #1 (J. Michael Straczynski, Will Robson)CJ: Power Rangers Prime #3 (Melissa Flores, Michael Yg)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Absolute Wonder Woman #4 (Elizabeth Torque Card Stock Cover)CJ: Ultraman X Avengers #4 (Dike Ruan Cover)Interview: Daniel Kibblesmith - Darkwing Duck #1 artists: Ted Brandt, Ro Stein"Darkwing Duck" has always had a mix of action, humor, and heart. How do you balance these elements in your storytelling, especially with the comedic tone of an 'unauthorized autobiography'?The series promises to explore Darkwing's early crime-fighting days. Were there any specific challenges or opportunities in crafting his 'early days' narrative while staying true to the character fans love?Chances of a Batman Year One reference?Will there be data pages?Gosalyn plays a key role in Darkwing's world. How does her perspective shape the narrative in this series, and how does her dynamic with DW evolve through the story?I recently spoke to Jeff Parker about Zootopia, how has it been working with Disney on this?What inspired the idea of framing this series as an 'unauthorized (and unorganized) autobiography'? How does this approach bring new depth or humor to the character?Darkwing Duck has an impressive rogues' gallery. Can fans expect to see any iconic villains in this series, and how do they fit into his 'possibly embellished' origin story?Brandt & Stein bring their artistic talents to the series. How do their visuals enhance the humor, action, or nostalgic feel of Darkwing Duck?What do you hope long-time fans of Darkwing Duck and newcomers alike take away from this series? In Shops: Feb 19, 2025
Tonight on GeekNights, we review Ryan North's Fantastic Four (2022). It's kind of fantastic. In the news, Diamond Distributors is dead and AnimeNEXT appears to be dead.Related LinksForum ThreadFantastic Four (2022)Discord ChatFantastic Four (2022)Bluesky PostFantastic Four (2022)Things of the DayRym - The Union Pacific Big BoyScott - Landing the Nostromo
John is a thief, Alison plays games, and Liz is bullied. An uncorrected transcript of this episode is available here. Please email your letters of comment to comment@octothorpecast.uk, join our Facebook group, and tag @OctothorpeCast (on X or on Mastodon or on Bluesky) when you post about the show on social media. Content warnings this episode: None Letters of comment Andreas Davour Bella Garcia Constanze Hoffman Farah Mendlesohn Jonathan Cowie June Young Mike Scott Neil Ottenstein Raj Tammy Coxen Zoe O'Connell We also heard from Bridget Bradshaw, Colin Harris, Meg MacDonald, and Shi Lala Fan funds The 2025 TAFF race has begun Zi Graves, Mikołaj Kowalewski, Jan Vaněk jr. CUFF comes to an end Fowler Award Hugo Awards 2025 spreadsheet of doom Novels T**he Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett The Sentence by Gautam Bhatia The Ministry of Time by Kaliane Bradley The Life Impossible by Matt Haig Jumpnauts by Hao Jingfang The Siege of Burning Grass by Premee Mohamed Alien Clay by Adrian Tchaikovsky House of Open Wounds by Adrian Tchaikovsky Absolution by Jeff Vandermeer We Are All Ghosts in the Forest by Lorraine Wilson Novellas A Mourning Coat by Alex Jeffers North Continent Ribbon by Ursula Whitcher Short Stories Grottmata by Thomas Ha Five Views of the Planet Tartarus by Rachael K Jones Related Works Track Changes: Selected Reviews **by Abigail Nussbaum Speculative Whiteness: Science Fiction and the A**lt-Right by Jordan S. Carroll Series The Horus Heresy The Southern Reach The Tyrant Philosophers Graphic Stories Warp Your Own Way by Ryan North and Chris Fenoglio Abigail Nussbaum's review at Strange Horizons Dramatic Presentations All of Us Strangers Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga I Saw the TV Glow Late Night with the Devil My Old Ass A Quiet Place: Day One The Substance Timestalker Wallace and Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl The Wild Robot Games Tabletop Arcs City of Six Moons Mothership Undaunted 2200: Callisto Video Animal Well Caves of Qud Dragon Age: The Veilguard The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdo**m Slice and Dice 3.0 Star Wars: Outlaws Tale of the Golden Idol UFO50 Other Bridge Command Poems Sandra Bond Fan categories Artists Alison Scott España Sheriff Podcasts Fanac Fan History Zooms Going Rogue Hugo, Girl! A Meal of Thorns Writers Camestros Felapton Ersatz Culture Roseanna Pendlebury Fanzines Ancillary Review of Books Banana Wings Ornithopter Unofficial Hugo Book Club Debut authors Moniquill Blackgoose [Alison did not write any of her selections into the show notes and I was sorely tempted not to go through and write them all down for her but I did it for you, listener. I did it for you—John] Picks [isn't this a whole episode of picks?—Liz] John: Earthborne Rangers Alison: The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom Liz: Horizon Zero Dawn Sorry Mark Credits Cover art: “Waffle of comment” by Bella Garcia Alt text: A picture of a Belgian waffle that looks like an octothorpe, on a white background, with the words “Octothorpe 126” above and “now with added waffle” below. Theme music: “Fanfare for Space” by Kevin MacLeod (CC BY 4.0)
March 2025 Solicits Comic Reviews: DC Challengers of the Unknown 1 by Christopher Cantwell, Sean Izaakse, Romulo Fajardo Jr. Green Lantern/Green Arrow: World's Finest Special by Jeremy Adams, Lucas Meyer, Marcelo Maiolo New Gods 1 by Ram V, Evan Cagle, Jorge Fornes, Francesco Segala Marvel Alligator Loki Holiday Special by Alyssa Wong, Rob Quinn, Pete Pantazis Hellverine 1 by Benjamin Percy, Raffaele Ienco, Bryan Valenza TVA 1 by Katharyn Blair, Pere Perez, Guru eFX Marvel Unlimited It's Jeff 40 by Kelly Thompson, GuriHiru Marvel Rivals 1 by Paul Allor, Luca Claretti, Dee Cunniffe Dark Horse Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures – Wedding Spectacular by Daniel Jose Older, Harvey Tolibao, Caio Filipe, Andy Duggan, Jo Migyeong, Toni Bruno, Megan Huang, Nick Brokenshire, Elisa Romboli, Michael Atiyeh, Vladimir Popov, Dan Jackson, Nicola Righi Dynamite Gargoyles Winter Special by Greg Weisman, Nate Cosby, George Kambadais, JP Jordan Image Horizon Experiment: Motherfuckin' Monsters 1 by J. Holtham, Michael Lee Harris Deadly Tales of Gunslinger Spawn 1 by Jimmy Palmiotti, Patric Reynolds, Luis Nct Freddie the Fix 1 by Garth Ennis, Mike Perkins, Mike Spicer, Andy Troy Mad Cave Missing on the Moon 1 by Cory Crater, Damian Couceiro, Patricio Delpeche OGN Countdown Planeta by Ana Oncina Visitations by Corey Egbert Yellow by Jay Martin Mendel the Mess-Up by Terry LaBan Additional Reviews: Lonesome Hunters by Tyler Crook Bandette by Paul Tobin, Colleen Coover Sonic 3 Mufasa Skeleton Crew ep4 Creature Commandos ep4 Digital Circus ep4 Simpsons Disney+ Special: O C'Mon All Ye Faithful News: new Deadpool vs. Marvel mini from Bunn, Spider-Verse vs. Venom-Verse showrun by Massiverse crew, Hush 2 release update, new Amazing Spider-Man team, King's Wonder Woman may end with #19?, Omninews, Odyssey from Christopher Nolan Trailers: Superman Comics Countdown (18 December 2024): Spectregraph 4 by James Tynion IV, Christian Ward Wonder Woman 16 by Tom King, Bruno Redondo, Caio Filipe, Adriano Lucas Absolute Batman 3 by Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Frank Martin Ultimate Spider-Man 12 by Jonathan Hickman, Marco Checchetto, Matt Wilson New Gods 1 by Ram V, Evan Cagle, Jorge Fornes, Francesco Segala Godzilla's Monsterpiece Theatre 2 by Tom Scioli, Black Hammer: Spiral City 2 by Jeff Lemire, Teddy Kristiansen Fantastic Four 27 by Ryan North, Steven Cummings, Jesus Aburtov Groo: Minstrel Melodies 4 by Mark Evanier, Sergio Aragones, Carrie Strachan Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 5 by Jason Aaron, Darick Robertson, Norm Rapmund, Tony Avina
Comic Reviews: DC DC's Batman Smells, Robin Laid An Egg by Dorado Quick, M.L. Sanapo, Arif Prianto; Drew Maxey, Marianna Ignazzi, Giovanna Niro; Ricardo Sanchez, Aaron Conley, Ivan Plascencia; Alexis Quasarano, Marcial Toledano Vargas; Marv Wolfman, Paul Pelletier, Norm Rapmund, Eren Angiolini; James Reid, Francesco Francavilla; Zipporah Smith, Andrew Drilon; Calvin Kasulke, Anthony Marques, Wil Quintana Two-Face 1 by Christian Ward, Fabio Veras, Ivan Plascencia Marvel All-New Venom 1 by Al Ewing, Carlos Gomez, Frank D'Armata Deadpool/Wolverine: X-Traction by Ryan North, Javier Garron, Edgar Delgado Marvel Holiday: Tales to Astonish by Gerry Duggan, Phil Noto; Daniel Kibblesmith, Pat Olliffe, John Kalisz; Gene Luen Yang, Dylan Burnett, KJ Diaz Marvel Unlimited Astonishing X-Men 1 by Alex Paknadel, Phillip Sevy It's Jeff 38 by Kelly Thompson, GuriHiru Ahoy Archaic 1 by Melissa Olson, Sally Cantirino, Gab Contreras Archie Archie Christmas Spectacular by Ian Flynn, Holly Golightly, Jim Amash, Glenn Whitmore Boom Flavor Girls: Return to the Mothership 1 by Loic Locatelli-Kournwsky, Angel De Santiago Dark Horse Christmas 365 1 by Mikey Way, Jonathan Rivera, Piotr Kowalski, Brad Simpson Dynamite Powerpuff Girls: Winter Snowdown Showdown 1 by Daniel Kibblesmith, Carlo Lauro, Nicolo Laporini ThunderCats: Apex 1 by Ed Brisson, Rapha Lobosco, Roshan Kurichiyanil IDW Monster High: Howliday Haunt by Ben Kahn, Sonia Liao Image Dread the Halls 1 by Jordan Hart, Chris Ryall, Lee Ferguson, Jimmy Kucaj, Walter Pax, Fabio Veras Juvenile 1 by Jesus Orellana Top Cow Holiday Special: All Through the House by Marguerite Bennett, Giuseppe Cafaro, Juan Fernandez; Marv Silvestri, Tina Valentino, Fabio Mantovani, Ellie Wright; Matt Hawkins, Atilio Rojo Mad Cave Long Cold Winter 1 by Francesca Perillo, Stefano Cardoselli OGN Countdown Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles Vol 1: Ripley by Marieke Nijkamp, Tyler Walpole Blake Laser by Keith Marantz, Larissa Brown Kill Me and Other Curiosities by Chad Lambert, Apri Kusbiantoro, Christine Larsen, Tom Williams Slightly Exaggerated by Curtis Clow, Pius Bak, Roman Titov Birdking Vol 3 by Daniel Freedman, Christian Ortiz Backflash by Mat Johnson, Steve Lieber, Ryan Hill Additional Reviews: Penguin (Max) First two episodes of Creature Commandos That Christmas News: Omninews, new Lemire by OGN, Mandalorian and Grogo casting Trailers: Section 31 Comics Countdown (04 December 2024): Absolute Superman 2 by Jason Aaron, Rafa Sandoval, Ulises Arreola Two-Face 1 by Christian Ward, Fabio Veras, Ivan Plascencia Batgirl 2 by Tate Brombal, Takeshi Miyazawa, Mike Spicer Ultimates 7 by Deniz Camp, Juan Frigeri, Federico Blee JSA 2 by Jeff Lemire, Diego Olortegui, Luis Guerrero Birds of Prey 16 by Kelly Thompson, Sami Basri, Vicente Cifuentes, Adriano Lucas Kosher Mafia 4 by David Hazan, Sami Kivela Christmas 365 1 by Mikey Way, Jonathan Rivera, Piotr Kowalski, Brad Simpson Dick Tracy 6 by Alex Segura, Michael Moreci, Geraldo Borges, Mark Englert Batman 155 by Chip Zdarsky, Jorge Fornes, Tomeu Morey
February 2025 Solicits (DC, Image, Oni) Comic Reviews: DC o Action Comics 1075 by Mark Waid, Clayton Henry, Michael Shelfer, Matt Herms; Mariko Tamaki, Skylar Partridge, Marissa Louise; Joshua Williamson, Norm Rapmund, Jon Bogdanove, Hi-Fi o Batman Uncovered 1 o Black Lightning 1 by Brandon Thomas, Fico Ossio, Ulises Arreola Marvel o Amazing Spider-Man 61 by Joe Kelly, Ed McGuinness, Mark Farmer, Marcio Menyz, Niko Henrichon o Psylocke 1 by Alyssa Wong, Vincenzo Carratu, Fer Sifuentes-Sujo o Marvel Unlimited § Beastly Buddies 5 by Steve Foxe, Armand Bodnar § Marvel Meow 22 by Nao Fuji Boom o Power Rangers Prime 1 by Melissa Flores, Michael YG, Fabi Marques o Wynd: The Power of the Blood 1 by James Tynion IV, Michael Dialynas Dark Horse o Arcbound 1 by Scott Snyder, Frank Tieri, Tom Hardy, Ryan Smallman, Frank William o Black Hammer: Spiral City 1 by Jeff Lemire, Teddy Kristiansen o Borderlands: Moxxi's Mysterious Memento 1 by Amy Chu, Mike Norton, Heather Breckel IDW o Star Trek: Lower Decks 1 by Ryan North, Derek Charm o Yars Rising 1 by Adam Tierney, Ele Bruni, Aurora Maeno Image o G.I. Joe 1 by Joshua Williamson, Tom Reilly, Jordie Bellaire Mad Cave o Gatchaman: Jun - Apex Heart 1 by Tommy Lee Edwards, Nuno Plati, Giada Marchisio o String 1 by Paul Tobin, Carlos Javier Olivares, Sara Colella Oni o Calavera, P.I. 1 by Marco Finnegan Titan o Heat Seeker Combustion: A Gun Honey Series 1 by Charles Ardai, Ace Continuado, Juan Castro, Asifur Rahman Valiant o X-O Manowar: Resurgence of the Valiant Universe 1 by Fred Van Lente, Jesus Barrios OGN Countdown o Marvel Super Stories Vol 2: Amazing Adventures o Ribbon Skirt by Cameron Mukwa o Greater Secrets by Ananth Hirsh, Tess Stone o Tryout and the Squad by Christina Soontornvat, Joanna Cacao o Legendary Lynx by Alex Segura, Sandy Jarrell o Teleportation and Other Luxuries by Archie Bongiovanni, Mary Verhoeven, Lucas Gattoni o Night Mother by Jeremy Lambert, Alexa Sharpe o Sliced by Rafael Scavone, Guilherme Grandizolli, Cris Peter, Deyvison Manes o Leap by Simina Popescu o Hobtown Mystery Stories Vol 2: The Cursed Hermit by Kris Bertin, Alexander Forbes Additional Reviews: Gladiator II We Called Them Giants Women of the Hour Red One The Boy and the Octopus An Almost Christmas Story News: Black Panther 3 in development, Blade loses another cast member, new Red Hulk series from Geoff Shaw and Ben Percy, Godzilla vs. America series featuring Godzilla against specific cities, Speed Racer coming to Mad Cave, Thunderbolts mini tying into One World Under Doom, Moon Girl fiasco, Marguerite Bennett reinventing Flash Gordon as a teenage girl Trailers: Jentry Chau vs. the Underworld Comics Countdown (13 November 2024): 1. Helen of Wyndhorn 6 by Tom King, Bilquis Evely, Mat Lopes 2. Absolute Batman 2 by Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Frank Martin 3. Black Hammer: Spiral City 1 by Jeff Lemire, Teddy Kristiansen 4. Batman: Dark Age 6 by Mark Russell, Michael Allred, Laura Allred 5. Minor Arcana 3 by Jeff Lemire 6. Wynd: The Power of the Blood 1 by James Tynion IV, Michael Dialynas 7. Big Burn 2 by Joe Henderson, Lee Garbett, Lee Loughridge 8. Space Ghost 7 by David Pepose, Jonathan Lau 9. Batman: Gotham by Gaslight - Kryptonian Age 6 by Andy Diggle, Leandro Fernandez, Matt Hollingsworht 10. Groo: Minstrel Melodies 3 by Sergio Aragones, Mark Evanier, Carrie Strachan
Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you 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!NEWSDC Compact Comics expands release schedule in 2025 with 2nd printings on the way tooFull February 2025 DC Comics SolicitationsDC sets February 2025 for 'Zatanna' solo seriesGreen Lantern CorpsNew 'One World Under Doom' #1 variant covers revealed'Thunderbolts: Doomstrike' features heroes opposing Dr. Doom‘Immortal Thor' #19 scores nineteen artists and previewNew 'Red Hulk' ongoing series ties into 'One World Under Doom' in February 2025New printings of 'Fantastic Four' #1-12 and 'X-Men' #131-142 coming in 2025Wolverine, Deadpool, and Cable headline 'Weapon X-Men' #1Scott Koblish's X-Men interconnecting covers up for auctionNew graphic novella thriller 'Camgirl' coming February 2025Celebrate Valentine's Day with 'Creepshow in Love' #1Our Top Books of the WeekDave:Amazing Spider-Man #61 (Joe Kelly, Ed McGuinness)Summer Shadows #3 (John Harris Dunning, Ricardo Cabral)Nathan:Absolute Batman #2 (Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta)Black Lightning #1 (Brandon Thomas, Fico Ossio)Standout KAPOW moment of the week:Nathan - Star Trek: Lower Decks #1 (Ryan North, Derek Charm)Dave - Absolute Batman #2 (Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKDave: The Rocketfellers #1 (Francis Manapul, Peter J. Tomasi)Nathan: The Question: All Along the Watchtower #1 (Alex Segura, Cian Tormey)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Wolverine #3 (Pablo Villalobos Cover)Nathan: Arkham Horror: The Terror at the End of Time #3 (Rafael Albuquergue)Interview: Tom King and Daniel Sampere Wonder Woman #14 Available at Participating Comic Book Shops and Digital Retailers October 16Diana Faces Her Biggest Challenge Yet – Motherhood???Throughout her life, Wonder Woman has faced some of the biggest challenges imaginable. Now, following the events of DC's game-changing Absolute Power, Diana embarks on her next great adventure – the birth of her daughter, Trinity!With the Absolute Power tie-in wrapped up, how does it feel to get back to your main story arc?What does Trinity mean to you, as far as her potential legacy for Wonder Woman and DC?Should we expect The Sovereign to show up, is he inherently tied to Trinity's origin?I feel like, with the creation of Damian, DC Comics has sort of owned the aspect of child heroes, and so far you've seemed to tie Damian and Trinity quite a bit. Are they inherently important to each other?We've gotten to know Trinity via the wonderful backups with art by Belén Ortega, and notably absent are the adults. Might you be exploring where they went off to?Daniel, your art is so striking, the fight around the Washington monument is one of my favorite fights ever in comics! Extending from interiors, your covers are incredible too. How do you approach them to make them so striking, is there a starting point?Since we're talking about birth, why do you think it's important Wonder Woman was made of clay? Is there a symbolic reason?Tom, thoughts on Green Lantern casting news?
All Hail Doom! The supreme ruler of Latveria has successfully defeated The Fantastic Four and The Avengers. Marvel Studios is bowing towards his will, casting Robert Downey Jr. as the iconic villain and betting their fortunes on Doctor Doom! But Victor von Doom is more than a classic bad guy. He is one of the most complex characters in Marvel history. I talk with comic book writers Mark Waid, Brian Michael Bendis and Ryan North about the ways they've depicted Doctor Doom, from noble intensions gone away to horrific acts of selfishness. And cultural critic Mark Hibbett discusses why he believes the history of Doctor Doom reflects America's ambivalence towards dictators and the role they play on the world stage. This week's episode is sponsored by Sol Reader and ShipStation Go to solreader.com to and use the code IMAGINARY at checkout to receive 15% off your purchase of Sol Reader Limited Edition. Go to shipstation.com and use the code IMAGINARY to sign up for your FREE 60-day trial. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you 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!Interview: Ryan North (STAR TREK LOWER DECKS/WARP YOUR OWN WAY out Oct 22, Fantastic Four, The Rise of Emperor Doom)Ryan, thanks for joining us on the AIPT Comics podcast for the second time! You're having the nerdiest of years, with Star Trek Lower Decks/Warp Your Own Way out Oct 22nd, the ongoing Lower Decks #1 out November 13 and Fantastic Four cresting into a huge 2025 year, what has been your favorite nerd thing you created this year?STAR TREK LOWER DECKS/WARP YOUR OWN WAY is a choose-your-own adventure! What is the process of plotting something like this? Anything you learned from Hamlet or Romeo & Juliet that opened the way for new experimentation?About how many “storylines” can someone get out of the graphic novel?Maybe this is sacrilege to ask, but do you have a favorite ending for the graphic novel?Is the STAR TREK: LOWER DECKS ongoing series a direct continuation of the animated show, or taking place at a different period?I've heard that Heather Antos is basically an encyclopedia of Star Trek lore – how invaluable was it to have her as your editor on this project.Footnotes, you're one of the best at them…how does it feel to have them return!?Without spoiling anything, Lower Decks #1 touches on a fun part of Trek's past. Are there any corners of Trek that you haven't explored in comics that you'd love to?There's a lot of science in FF, does Star Trek Lower Decks let you stretch your science legs in different ways?You got to visit with the The Fantastic Four: First Steps cast, how long was the visit and how much did you get to see?Do you get a sense they're sticking to the comics at all?Considering how much science is in your titles, will The Rise of Emperor Doom also be sciencey, or is it all magic all the time?How would the lower decks crew deal with Dr. Doom? Could they withstand his might?Rapid Fire Question Round:Best sandwich?What's one thing you own that you really should throw out?Apples or oranges?What was your first comic?Have you ever asked someone for their autograph?When do you think your style came into its own?What do you think happens when we die?Favorite action movie?Favorite smell?Least favorite smell?Favorite superhero?Most used app on your phone?If you could have dinner with any three characters you've created or written, who would they be and why?You get one song to listen to for the rest of your life: what is it?A genre you want to make more comics in?Describe the rest of your life in 5 words?
Jan 2025 Solicits (Marvel, IDW, Dark Horse, Others) Longbox of Horror 2024 Part 4: The Mangler Comic Reviews: DC o All In § Detective Comics 1090 by Tom Taylor, Mikel Janin § Green Arrow 17 (350) by Joshua Williamson, Amancay Nahuelpan, Romulo Fajardo Jr.; Chris Condon, Montos, Adriano Lucas § Harley Quinn 44 by Elliott Kalan, Mindy Lee, Triona Farrell § Nightwing 119 by Dan Watters, Dexter Soy, Veronica Gandini o Absolute Wonder Woman 1 by Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman, Jordie Bellaire o DC Horror Presents 1 by David Dastmalchian, Leah Kilpatrick, Cat Staggs, Romulo Fajardo Jr.; Boulet Brothers, Butch Mapa, Kristian Rossi o Green Lantern Dark 1 by Tate Brombal, Werther Dell'Edera, Giovanna Niro Marvel o Alien Romulus 1 by Zac Thompson, Daniel Picciotto, Yen Nitro o Iron Man 1 by Spencer Ackerman, Julius Ohta, Alex Sinclair o Marvel Unlimited § Beastly Buddies 2 by Steve Foxe, Armand Bodnar, KJ Diaz Dark Horse o Headless Horseman Halloween Special by David Dastmalchian, Leah Kilpatrick, Sara Stella Scalia, Mauro; Ben Stenbeck, Matt Smith; Lukas Ketner, Eryk Donovan; James Asmus, Chris Panda; Jay Martin o Space Usagi: White Star Rising 1 by Stan Sakai, Emi Fujii Dynamite o Powerpuff Girls Halloween Special by Amanda Diebert, Cat Staggs IDW o Godzilla's Monsterpiece Theatre 1 by Tom Scioli Image o Feeding 1 by David Booher, Drew Zucker, Vittorio Astone o Nullhunter 1 by Michael Walsh, Gustaffo Vargas o Sacred Damned (Horizon Experiment) 1 by Sabir Pirzada, Michael Walsh, Toni Marie Griffin o Voices In My Head 1 by Joe Pruett, Andrew Robinson, Phil Hester, Bruce McCorkindale, Juan Doe, Michael Gaydos, Bil Ruth, Guy Major Mad Cave o Hour of the Wolf 1 by Mark London, Danilo Beyruth, Fabi Marques ComiXology o Groupies by Helen Mullane, Tula Lotay OGN Countdown o Sublime: $5 at the Door by Ryan Cady, Audrey Mok, Alex Diotti, Hayden Sherman, Logan Faerber, Bill Masuku, Robert Ahmad, Julianne Griepp o Sweetness Between Us by Sarah Winifred Searle o Neo Pets: The Omelette Fairie by Rebecca Mix, Heather Burns o Medusa by Tony Parker, Tamra Bonvillain o Thief of the Heights by Son M, Robin Yao o Star Trek Lower Decks: Warp Your Own Way by Ryan North, Chris Fenoglio o Detective Beans and the Case of the Missing Hat by Li Chen o Dracula Book 1: The Impaler by Matt Wagner, Kelley Jones, Jose Villarrubia o Cooking with Monsters vol 2: Harm-to-Table by Jordan Alsaqa, Vivian Truong o Swing by Audrey Meeker, Sarah Davidson o Sidekicks by Dan Santat o My Time Machine by Carol Lay Additional Reviews: Agatha ep7 Crossing Over Express Spencer and Locke Sweetpea Venom 3 News: Capullo controversy, Star Wars: Legacy of Vader, Wonka 2 greenlit, OGN by Hickman/Del Mondo, s3 of Good Omens now a 90-minute movie, Kelly Williams gofundme, new Fear Street movie announced, Jumanji sequel Trailers: That Christmas Comics Countdown (23 October 2024): 1. Absolute Wonder Woman 1 by Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman, Jordie Bellaire 2. Godzilla: Monsterpiece Theatre 1 by Tom Scioli 3. Superman 19 by Joshua Williamson, Dan Mora, Alejandro Sanchez 4. Green Lantern Dark 1 by Tate Brombal, Werther Dell'Edera, Giovanna Niro 5. Moon is Following Us 2 by Daniel Warren Johnson, Riley Rossmo, Mike Spicer 6. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 3 by Jason Aaron, Cliff Chiang 7. Power Fantasy 3 by Kieron Gillen, Caspar Wijngaard 8. Rook: Exodus 6 by Geoff Johns, Jason Fabok, Brad Anderson 9. Standstill 3 by Lee Loughridge, Andrew Robinson 10. Universal Monsters: Frankenstein 3 by Michael Walsh, Toni-Maria Griffin
Writer Ryan North joins the show to talk about his career and relationship with comics, as well as his work on Fantastic Four and the upcoming The Rise of Emperor Doom. North discusses his busy travel schedule, balancing his life, how he got into comics, the origins of Dinosaur Comics, the advantages of constraints, the impact of his computer science brain, collaboration, how he chooses projects, Fantastic Four's structure, his approach to continuity, how he builds arcs, Johnny Storm's mustache, The Rise of Emperor Doom, the greatness of Doom, working at the center of Marvel, what keeps him coming back to comics, and more.
Ah yes, just another typical day aboard the CSS Cavalier for crewmembers like Vestavia (Carly Monardo), Gelmire Lysdander (Tim Platt), and Dr. Dewey (Christopher Hastings). But will it remain that way when Carlzoid Frontstuff (Guest Star RYAN NORTH) returns? No, no it won't. But they'll have plenty of time to figure that out...Special thanks to Ryan North for joining us again this episode! Follow him on twitter (@ryanqnorth) for info about his many cool projects, like The Fantastic Four and WARP YOUR OWN WAY: a Star Trek: Lower Decks interactive graphic novel! available in cool comic shops and bookstores now!To hear the rest of this episode, and all of our bonus content, Join our Patreon now for tons more stuff! PATREON IS NOW THE ONLY PLACE TO HEAR NEW THESE THOSE EPISODES. You can go listen to all of them now! Go! Hurry! It's only five bucks. Follow us on twitter, but only if you like pleasure, at @ohthesethoseOh These, Those Stars of Space is powered by Lasers & Feelings, the perfect ttrpg, by the brilliant John HarperThe Oh These, Those Stars of Space Theme was created, arranged, and composed by Huge Today. We like it too! Thank you for saying that!.Additional music and sound design from the great Michael Ghelfi. Find his work on YouTube, and support that good stuff on Patreon.
It's the Dr. Manhattan on Mars issue! The man (god? thing? electro magnetic lifeform?) who lives in all time! Although he only relives his life up until things we have already seen. No spoilers in the Dr. Manhattan all-time existence! This is one of the most iconic and memorable issues of a superhero comic book ever! We get into it! --------- Subscribe for bonus episodes (like our recent foray into Ryan North's FF issues) at screwitpodcasts.com
Longbox of Horror 2024 Part 2: Anita Blake Vampire Hunter: Guilty Pleasures Comic Reviews: DC o Absolute Batman 1 by Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Frank Martin o All In § Action Comics 1070 by Mark Waid, Clayton Henry, Matt Herms; Mariko Tamaki, Marissa Louise § Batman and Robin 14 by Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Javi Fernandez, Marcelo Maiolo o Green Lantern: Civil Corps Special by Jeremy Adams, Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Salvador Larroca, Luis Guerrero Marvel o Conquest 2099 1 by Steve Orlando, Ibraim Roberson, Jose Luis, Andrew Dalhouse o Sentinels 1 by Alex Paknadel, Justin Mason, Federico Blee o Star Wars: Ewoks 1 by Steve Orlando, Alvaro Lopez, Laura Braga, Antonio Fabela o Marvel Unlimited § Alligator Loki 42 by Alyssa Wong, Bob Quinn, Pete Pantazis § Lovable Lockheed 6 by Nathan Stockman Ahoy o Toxic Avenger 1 by Matt Bors, Fred Harper, Lee Loughridge Dark Horse o Séance in the Asylum 1 by Clay McLeod Chapman, Leonardo Marcello Grassi, Maura Gulma o Star Wars: High Republic Advent0.ures: Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone Dynamite o Terminator 1 by Declan Shalvey, Luke Sparrow, Colin Craker; Sal Crivelli, Colin Craker IDW o Monster High Halloween Special by Keryl Brown Ahmed, Naomi Franquiz o Sonic the Hedgehog Annual 2024 by Thomas Rothlisberger, Rik Mack Mad Cave o Murder Kingdom 1 by Fred Van Lente, Chris Panda Magma o Day of the Dead Girl 1 by Aimee Garcia, AJ Mendez, Belen Culebras Valiant o Shadowman and Punk Mambo Tales 1 by AJ Amapadu, Jules Mamone, Ezequiel Inverni OGN Countdown o I Can Count to Ten by Roman Dirge o Cat People: A Comic Collection by Hannah Hillam o Spider-Man: Octo Girl by Hideyuki Furuhashi, Betten Court o Dracula A Visual Storybook by J.H. Williams III o Crystal Cadets by Anne Toole o Pirate Princess by Luca Frigerio, Lorenza Pigliamosche o Katie the Cat Sitter Vol 4: The Purrfect Plan by Colleen Venable, Stephanie Yu o Off Menu by Oliver Gerlach, Kelsi Jo Silva o Terrifying Tales of Vivian Vance by Josh Ulrich o Clay Footed Giants by Mark McGuire, Alain Chevarier o Naked City by Eric Drooker o Dying Inside by Pete Wentz, Hanna Klein, Lisa Sterle Additional Reviews: What If…? Wanda Maximoff and Peter Parker Were Siblings Scout's Honor Harley Quinn: Breaking Glass Reckless: Follow Me Down Dungeon Club: Roll Call Strange Case of Harleen and Harley Always Never Inside No. 9 New Disney+ Simpsons short Agatha ep5 News: Velma canceled, Kaos canceled, Little Nightmares comic coming in 2025, Ice Cream Man #43 details, Aaron and Gillen returning to Star Wars, Tiny Onion launches graphic novel line, release dates for some unwanted Disney movies, Mad Cave Weekly World News comic, Juan Ferreyra to be regular artist on Aaron's TMNT, new DC webcomic service (DC Go) with three launches, Marvel Team-Up by JMS, Zootopia by Jeff Parker from Dynamite Trailers: Invincible Fight Girl Comics Countdown (09 October 2024): 1. Absolute Batman 1 by Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta, Frank Martin 2. Ultimates 5 by Deniz Camp, Juan Frigeri, Federico Blee 3. Minor Arcana 2 by Jeff Lemire 4. Life 2 by Brian Azzarello, Stephanie Phillips, Danijel Zezelj, Lee Loughridge 5. Green Lantern: Civil Corps Special by Jeremy Adams, Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Salvador Larroca, Luis Guerrero 6. Fantastic Four 26 by Ryan North, Ivan Fiorelli, Brian Reber 7. Space Ghost 6 by David Pepose, Jonathan Lau, Andrew Dalhouse 8. Geiger 7 by Geoff Johns, Paul Pelletier, Andrew Hennessy, Brad Anderson 9. Public Domain 9 by Chip Zdarsky, Rachael Stott 10. Groo: Minstrel Melodies 2 by Mark Evanier, Sergio Aragones, Carrie Strachan
"Wherever you go, I will go." -Ruth 1:16 Welcome to The Adoption & Foster Care Journey—a podcast to encourage, educate and equip you to care for children in crisis through adoption, foster care and kinship care. On this episode host Sandra Flach talks with Ryan North. Ryan is the co-founder of One Big Happy Home and creator of the Empowered Parent Podcast—a popular resource for practical strategies on raising children with trauma & attachment issues. He is a recognized expert on childhood trauma, is a TBRI Practitioner, and develops training materials for parents, schools, churches, and child-placing agencies. Ryan is a sought-after speaker and is known for his engaging and practical approach. Listen in as Ryan shares about trauma training for parents and churches as well as his new book, Wherever You Go: A 28-Day Devotional for Adoptive & Foster Parents. Please be sure to subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it on your social media. Links mentioned in this episode: justicefororphansny.org justicefororphansny.org/hope-community Email: sandraflach@justicefororphansny.org sandraflach.com Hope For the FASD Journey Support Group onebighappyhome.com
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This week, we're joined once again by Ryan North (The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl / Dinosaur Comics) as we discuss his comics origins, writing “choose-your-own-adventure” versions of Shakespeare classics, taking over writing duties on The Fantastic Four, and more!IDB is an all-new weekly podcast presented by Ashcan Press and featuring Matthew Rosenberg, the Supple Boiz, and wonderful guests from the world of comic books!Our theme song is “Where's the Poison” by Summer People.Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ashcanpress.substack.com
Comic Reviews: DC o Absolute Power: Task Force VII 6 by Stephanie Williams, Khary Randolph, Ales Guimaraes o Nightwing Uncovered Marvel o Avengers Assemble 1 by Steve Orlando, Cory Smith, Oren Junior, Elisabetta D'Amico, Sonia Oback o Venom War: Wolverine 1 by Tim Seeley, Tony Fleecs, Kev Walker, Java Tartaglia o Wolverine 1 by Saladin Ahmed, Martin Coccolo, Bryan Valenza o Marvel Unlimited § Venom Original Sin by Steve Orlando, Scott Koblish § Alligator Loki 38 by Alyssa Wong, Bob Quinn § Lovable Lockheed 2 by Nathan Stockman Dark Horse o Groo: Minstrel Melodies 1 by Sergio Aragones, Mark Evanier, Carrie Strachan o Midst: The Valorous Farmer 1 by Matt Roen, Sara Wile, Xen of Third Person, Jasmine Walls, Aviv Or, Quinton Winter o Summer Shadows 1 by John Harris Dunning, Ricardo Cabral, Brad Simpson DSTLRY o Time Waits 1 by Chip Zdarsky, David Brothers, Marcus To, Marvin Sianipar, Matt Wilson Image o Dead Eyes: The Empty Frames 1 by Gerry Duggan, John McCrea, Mike Spicer Mad Cave o Dark Empty Void 1 by Zack Kaplan, Chris Shehan, Francesco Segala Dynamite o Red Sonja: Death and the Devil 1 by Luke Lieberman, Alberto Locatelli OGN Countdown o Justice Warriors: Vote Harder by Ben Clarkson, Matt Bors, Felipe Sobreiro o Arty by Penny Schneider o Mr. Smarty Pants: Aww Nuts! by Charity Reid, Astronym o Pencil and Eraser: We Have a Dull-Emma! by Jenny Alvadaro o Vyper: Crimson Dawn by Dan Butcher o Scoop Vol 1 and Vol 2 by Joe Clark, Richard Ashley Hamilton o Shock City by Aaron Alexovich o I Felt Myself Slipping by Ray Nadine Additional Reviews: Lego Star Wars – Rebuild the Galaxy, Baby Reindeer News: John Cassaday and Karl Moline, Norman Reedus reportedly playing Knull in Venom 3, Grant Morrison doing something with Ice Cream Man, Magik solo series, Hellhunters by PKJ and Adam Gorham, Jeffrey Brown Marvel/Scholastic book, Rogue in the Savage Land by Tim Seeley, Soule and Browne announce next project: Lucky Devils, Mickey/FF mashup Longbox 2024 Announcement Trailers: Twilight of the Gods, Salem's Lot, Venom 3, Megalopolis, Flow Comics Countdown (11 September 2024): 1. Department of Truth 25 by James Tynion IV, Martin Simmonds 2. Ain't No Grave 4 by Skottie Young, Jorge Corona, Jean-Francois Beaulieu 3. Time Waits 1 by Chip Zdarsky, David Brothers, Marcus To, Marvin Sianipar, Matt Wilson 4. Green Lantern 15 by Jeremy Adams, Fernando Pasarin, Oclair Albert, Romulo Fajardo Jr. 5. Fantastic Four 25 by Ryan North, Carlos Gomez, Jesus Aburtov 6. Geiger 6 by Geoff Johns, Gary Frank, Brad Anderson 7. Uncanny X-Men 2 by Gail Simone, David Marquez, Matt Wilson 8. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2 by Jason Aaron, Rafael Albuquerque, Marcelo Maiolo 9. Space Ghost 5 by David Pepose, Jonathan Lau, Andrew Dalhouse 10. Batman and Robin 13 by Joshua Williamson, Juan Ferreyra
Go nuts, folks! It's time to tackle a leftover from "The Year of Chad" with the Unbeatable Squirrel Girl volumes 1 & 2 by Ryan North and Erica Henderson! Plus we look back at the music, movies, and other comics released around the time Squirrel Girl issue 1 hit stands back in 2015! Host: Andy Larson Co Hosts: Chad Smith & JA Scott Guest Panelist: George from Shortbox Summary (@shortboxsummary) Subscribe to Shortbox Summary here: https://www.shortboxsummary.com
Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you 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!NEWSComic book artist John Cassaday passes away at 52New X-Men series 'Magik' coming January 2025 [I'm very excited about this, especially because one of the Magik series (2000's ‘Books of Magik') wasn't even about Illyana – it was about Kurt's sister/lover dressed up as Illyana]New solo X-Men series 'Rogue: The Savage Land' coming January 2025'Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man' announced for December 2024Marvel sheds light on second annual 'Crypt of Shadows' #1Marvel to end 2024 with 'Timeslide' #1‘HELLHUNTERS' #1 to feature Ghost Rider '44The Thing takes over in winter 2024 variant coversNew Justice League membership card promo coming fall 2024DC unveils Batman Day 2024 plans in movies, comics and moreJ.H. Williams III's fully painted 'Dracula: A Storybook Portfolio' announced'G.I. JOE: The Movie' and Joshua Williamson signing coming November 13Image Comics teases Grant Morrison project incomingChris Roberson and Michael Avon Oeming unveil ‘The Shadow of the Golden Crane'Our Top Books of the WeekDave:Fantastic Four #25 (Ryan North, Carlos Gomez)Star Wars #50 (Charles Soule, Madibek Musabekov)Colin:Time Waits #1Gotham By Gaslight: The Kryptonian Age #4Standout KAPOW moment of the week:Colin - Avengers Assemble #1 (Lightspeed Shield)Dave - Avengers Assemble #1 (Steve Orlando, Cory Smith)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKDave: The Power Fantasy #2 (Kieron Gillen, Caspar Wijngaard)Colin: Dazzler #1JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Ultimate X-Men #7 (Mike Del Mundo Cover)Colin: Spirits of Vengeance #1 (Skottie Young cover)Interview: John Harris Dunning Summer Shadows #1 out Sept 11, art by Ricardo CabralJohn, thank you for guesting on the AIPT comics podcast! To start, Summer Shadows is out September 11 …last time you were on we were talking about your graphic novel Wiper, what made Summer Shadows better as a 4-issue series?What are some of your favorite vampire stories, be it comics, books, or movies?I understand the setting is Greece, a place you visit often, can readers expect the locale to be a “character” as some say?The title is interesting…a play on Dark Shadows?You're working with Ricardo Cabral again, did you two start on this right after Wiper or was there a gap?I love the yacht scene in this series, it's so evil looking. What is it about yachts make them so evil?If Summer Shadows was a song, what would it be and why?Summer time sadness lana del reyAnything else you'd like to plug today?
Comic Reviews: DC o Absolute Power: Task Force VII 5 by Alex Paknadel, Pete Woods o Zero Hour 30th Anniversary Special by Dan Jurgens, Ron Marz, Jerry Ordway, Howard Porter, Kelley Jones, Darryl Banks, Paul Pelletier, Tom Grummett, Norm Rapmund, Brett Breeding, Alex Sinclair Marvel o Aliens vs. Avengers 1 by Jonathan Hickman, Esad Ribic, Ive Svorcina o Amazing 56/950 by Zeb Wells, John Romita Jr., Scott Hanna, Marcio Menyz; Zeb Wells, Andres Genolet, Rachelle Rosenberg; Zeb Wells, Ramon Rosanas, Rachelle Rosenberg; Lee Gatlin o Chasm: Curse of Kaine 1 by Steve Foxe, Andrea Broccardo, Brian Reber o Incredible Hulk Annual by Derek Landy, Geoff Shaw, Frank Martin; Derek Landy, Sara Pichelli, Mattia Iacono o Marvel 85th Anniversary Special by Ryan North, Joshua Cassara, Dean White; Iman Vellani, Sabir Pirzada, Stephen Byrne; Alan Davis, Rachelle Rosenberg; Christopher Priest, Carlo Pagulayan, Jason Paz, Morry Hollowell; Yuji Kaku, Ken Kunita; Steve Skroce, Bryan Valenza o Phases of the Moon Knight 1 by Erica Schultz, Manuel Garcia, Sean Parsons, Ceci De La Cruz; Benjamin Percy, Rod Reis o Spidey and His Amazing Friends by Steve Behling, Antonello Dalena, Giovanni Rigano, Cristina Giorgilli, Cristina Stella, Dario Calabria, Lucio De Giuseppe, Fabio Franchi o Venom War: Zombiotes 1 by Cavan Scott, Juan Jose Ryp, Ceci De La Cruz o Venomverse Reborn 3 by Al Ewing, Danilo Beyruth, Ceci de la Cruz; Steve Foxe, Kei Zama, Antonio Fabela; Ryan North, Matthew Waite; Gerry Duggan, Brent Peeples, Romulo Fajardo Jr. o Marvel Unlimited § Dogpool 6 by Mackenzie Cadenhead, Enid Blalam, Fer Sifuentes § House of Harkness 1 by Preeti Chhibber, Jodi Nishijima, Ian Herring DSTLRY o Life 1 by Stephanie Phillips, Brian Azzarello, Danijel Zezelj Image o Convert 1 by John Arcudi, Savannah Finley, Miguel Co o Universal Monsters: Frankenstein 1 by Michael Walsh, Toni Marie Griffin Archie o Archie: The Decision 1 by Tom King, Dan Parent, Rob Smith, Rosario Pena o Cursed Library Alpha 1 by Eliot Rahal, Magdalene Visaggio, Craig Cermak, Matt Herms Oni o Sesame Street 1 by Joey Esposito, Austin Baechle OGN Countdown o Mia and Friends: Mia Hamm and the Soccer Sisterhood that Changed History by Karlin Gray, Micheline Hess o Buckle Up by Lawrence Lindell o I Was The Cat 10th Anniversary Special by Paul Tobin, Benjamin Dewey o Tunis to Sydney by Christian Carnouche, Meriam Carnouche, Sam Rapley o Full Shift by Jennifer Dugan, Kit Seaton Additional Reviews: Grim HC Vol 1, Terminator Zero News: Vince McMahon Netflix documentary, details on next Jurassic World movie, Dead Boy Detectives cancelled, casting for 4 Kids Walk Into a Bank, IDW oddness Trailers: Sonic 3, Nightbitch, Alien: Earth Comics Countdown (28 August 2024): 1. White Boat 2 by Scott Snyder, Francesco Francavilla 2. Nice House By the Sea 2 by James Tynion IV, Alvaro Martinez Bueno, Jordie Bellaire 3. Batman: Dark Age 5 by Mark Russell, Mike Allred, Laura Allred 4. Life 1 by Stephanie Phillips, Brian Azzarello, Danijel Zezelj 5. Aliens vs. Avengers 1 by Jonathan Hickman, Esad Ribic, Ive Svorcina 6. William of Newbury 4 by Michael Avon Oeming 7. Archie: The Decision 1 by Tom King, Dan Parent, Rob Smith, Rosario Pena 8. Universal Monsters: Frankenstein 1 by Michael Walsh, Toni Marie Griffin 9. Zatanna: Bring Down the House 3 by Mariko Tamaki, Javier Rodriguez 10. Drawing Blood 5 by David Avallone, Kevin Eastman, Troy Little, Ben Bishop, Simon Gough
We started this one with another draft, picking our first Avengers/X-Men "Uncanny Avengers" unity squad! Who do you think won? Will's team: Iron Man, Forge, Sue Storm, Emma Frost, Sleeper, Darwin Steve's team: Storm, Black Panther, Captain Marvel, Kamala Khan, Hulk, Nightcrawler Oh, and we read comics! Will read: Fantastic Four by Ryan North vol 3: The Impossible is Probable, Venom by Al Ewing vol 6: Infiltration, Incredible Hulk vol 2: War Devils. Steve read: M*ties #1-6, Morlocks #1-4, X-Factor vol 2 #1-4.
Y a lo tonto, nos ponemos en la duodécima temporada y, tal como hicimos en la anterior, arrancamos dando un repaso a lo que nos han dejado los Premios Eisner que se han entregado hace un par de meses. Como viene siendo tradición en las tortas, nos vamos a tomar nuestro tiempo para echarle un vistazo a lo que nos ha dado cada categoría, examinar las obras y autores y divagar lo que se tercie, porque la cosa sigue siendo hablar de tebeos y, en este caso, muy buenos tebeos. Daniel Warren Johnson, Mariko Tamaki, Kelly Thompson, Tom King, Bruno Redondo, Ryan North, Juanjo Guarnido… son solo algunos de los nombres que nos han dejado la remesa de este año y sobre los que nos apoyaremos para entrar en nuestra tradicional dispersión. ¡Bienvenidos a la duodécima temporada! La noche es caliente como el infierno. Todo se te pega. Una asquerosa habitación de un asqueroso barrio de una asquerosa ciudad. El aparato de aire acondicionado es un pedazo de chatarra que no podría enfriar ni una bebida aunque la metieras dentro. Parece el sitio perfecto para escuchar el podcast 341 de ELHDLT Selección musical: 🎶 Divine Attack, de Babymetal 🎶 Metalizm, de Babymetal
We did it. We've completed our San Diego Comic-Con coverage. Twelve podcasts in August. Too much? Maybe, but no regrets, and there is no better way to wrap up our Comic-Con celebrations than with Star Trek group editor Heather Antos and superstar writer Ryan North discussing Star Trek: Lower Decks and its new mission at IDW Publishing. Since its streaming premiere, we've championed Star Trek: Lower Decks as the most human Trek. While it's wickedly funny, frequently teasing the ultra seriousness in which we hold the franchise, Lower Decks laughs with the characters and concepts, never at them. The show and its showrunner, Mike McMahan, have tremendous reverence for the Star Trekthat's come before, and his love for it shines through every frame. The upcoming fifth and final season, which begins on October 24th, has us feeling a little weepy. However, there's no reason to fret. IDW is relaunching the Star Trek: Lower Decks comic book series with a new number one on November 13th, and on October 22nd, there will also be a brand new graphic novel called Warp Your Own Way. Both are written by Ryan North (The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Fantastic Four), and IDW Star Trek group editor Heather Antos oversees it all. At San Diego Comic-Con, we sat down with North and Antos to discuss our mutual admiration for Star Trek: Lower Decks. We talk about its placement within the franchise, what they can do in the comics that McMahan and company cannot accomplish on television, and where this series may take the crew of the U.S.S. Cerritos. Also, how does contributing to Star Trek affect their perspective as creators and, well, just as humans? Continue this conversation by following Heather Antos on Twitter, Instagram, and her Website, as well as Ryan North on Twitter, Instagram, and his website. Other Relevant Links: CBCC at SDCC 2024: Hall H with Bryan Young (Patreon Exclusive) CBCC at SDCC 2024: Gail Simone CBCC at SDCC 2024: Jason Aaron on TMNT #1 CBCC at SDCC 2024: Wes Craig on Kaya CBCC at SDCC 2024: Joey Esposito and Sean Von Gorman on The Pedestrian CBCC at SDCC 2024: Joshua Williamson, Tom King, and Daniel Sampere Go All In CBCC at SDCC 2024: Juni Ba on TMNT: Nightwatcher #1 CBCC at SDCC 2024: Ram V on The New Gods CBCC at SDCC 2024: Mark Waid and Mariko Tamaki CBCC at SDCC 2024: James Tynion IV CBCC at SDCC 2024: JP Ahonen on Belzebubs CBCC at SDCC 2024: Pornsak Pichetshote and Terry Dodson Final Round of Plugs (PHEW): Support the Podcast by Joining OUR PATREON COMMUNITY Join us at the Alamo Drafthouse in Winchester, Virginia, on 9/21 at 4:00 PM for Batman Forever, co-sponsored by Four Color Fantasies. Watch the latest episode of The B&B Show, where Brad and Bryan Review the Hottest Cinematic Releases. And, of course, follow Comic Book Couples Counseling on Facebook, on Instagram, and on Twitter @CBCCPodcast, and you can follow hosts Brad Gullickson @MouthDork & Lisa Gullickson @sidewalksiren. Send us your Words of Affirmation by leaving us a 5-star Review on Apple Podcasts. Continue your conversation with CBCC by hopping over to our website, where we have reviews, essays, and numerous interviews with comic book creators. Podcast logo by Aaron Prescott @acoolhandfluke, podcast banner art by @Karen_XmenFan.
Le nom d'Iban Coello n'est certainement pas inconnu des lecteurs de comics Marvel, tant l'artiste espagnol s'est montré prolifique pour la Maison des Idées depuis plus d'une dizaine d'années. Remarqué à juste titre pour ses prestations sur Deadpool (avec Gerry Duggan) et Venom (avec Cullen Bunn), le bonhomme a gravi les échelons de la Maison des Idées pour écoper du statut de "Stormbreaker", réservé aux artisans de l'industrie les plus prometteurs selon l'éditeur. On l'a par la suite vu sur Dark Ages de Tom Taylor, les Fantastic Four de Ryan North, et maintenant le crossover Venom War d'Al Ewing.Iban Coello rejoint le roster 'interviewés de First Print' !L'artiste est déjà venu quelques fois en France (on se rappelle par exemple de son passage à Lyon Comic Gone en 2017), mais nous n'avions pas encore pris le temps de nous entretenir avec lui. C'est donc chose faite désormais, avec cette petite interview enregistrée ce printemps pour l'édition 2024 du Paris Fan Festival. Une interview à retrouver également au format audio via le podcast First Print, et que nous vous invitons à partager si ce type de travail vous plaît. Commandez Dark Ages à ce lien !Soutenez First Print - Podcast Comics de Référence sur TipeeeHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.
It's Casual Trek's third anniversary! Can we still call ourselves casuals after all this time? Probably. In this episode we have a look at what exciting things we've discovered in the past year, such as: tolerating Neelix, hating Peanut Hamper, not knowing who all the bridge crew on Discovery are and more! We set each other some questions, and even had some questions from the audience!Enjoy, and next episode we'll be celebrating 50 episodes by talking about the times that Star Trek repiloted itself! 00:01:12 What non-Star Trek thing have we been enjoying? Doom 2016 & Thank Goodness You're Here00:12:00 Our past year of Trek00:27:36 Our discoveries in each Star Trek show00:54:31 Future Topics00:56:27 Questions!Talking points include: Doom 2016 RIP AND TEAR! One of Charlie's few fleeting moments of teenage popularity, Space Marine, Charlie did not edit the Lance Henriksen gaffe as it became lode-bearing, Put Lance Henriksen in Star Trek you cowards! And Robert Englund! V (original and remake), twee English miserablism, Paddington, Peter Capaldi, upcoming X-Men and Gilmore Girls tangents, There is already a Gilmore Guys, Miles' attempts at singing, Radio Reverb, The French, where we watch Trek, binging long videos about internet plagiarism (H Bomberguy & Todd in the Shadows) and DashCon (Strange Aeons), ways not to watch Star Trek, which Suicide Squad movie will Section 31 end up like? “Babylon 5's a piece of shit”, fictional sports more popular than baseball in Star Trek's future, Miles watch The Wire you don't need to take notes, Ryan North is great on Lower Decks and Fantastic Four, Charlie loathes 90's cartoon Wolverine, Forehead from Vampire Diaries, How many times will we mention editing these episodes out of order? Space is still terrifying, H from Steps, Dennis the Menace (both versions), the terrible anecdotes of Wesley Crusher, the most horrible fact about Borg Cubes, Big Trouble in Little China, Zaphod Beeblebrox, Breakfast in the Ruins. Oh, and occasionally Star Trek.Pedant's Corner:The baddie in Doom 2016 is actually Darin De PaulThat said, Lance Henriksen was in Alone in the Dark II and GunI meant to say my grandad, not my uncle. Sorry Uncle Peter!Hemmer is not Andorian, he's AenarThe bottom of the list is Lift Us Where Suffering Cannot ReachDennis the Menace & Dennis the Menace both debuted on the same dayCasual Trek is by Charlie Etheridge-Nunn and Miles Reid-LobattoMusic by Alfred Etheridge-NunnCasual Trek is a part of the Nerd & Tie Networkhttps://ko-fi.com/casualtrekMiles' blog: http://www.mareidlobatto.wordpress.com Charlie's blog: http://www.fakedtales.com
Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you 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!NEWSDC Solicitations for November 2024New 'Black Canary: Best of the Best' miniseries announcedNew DC All In ‘Batgirl' series coming November 2024‘The Question: All Along the Watchtower' #1 announcedSanta returns to DC with 'Batman – Santa Claus: Silent Knight Returns' #1New middle grade graphic novel ‘Transformers: Worst Bot Ever' announcedEXCLUSIVE: Vault Comics acquires 1940s 'Kid Maroon' licensing rights New details on West Coast Avengers!New ‘Storm' teaser reveals issue titles'Hellverine' gets new ongoing series in December 2024New York Comic Con extends schedule to Wednesday October 16Harvey Awards 2024 nominees announcedTOP 50 COMICS - JULY 2024Our Top Books of the WeekDave:Action Comics #1068 (Gail Simone, Eddy Barrows, Rainbow Rowell, Cian Tormey)Ultimates #3 (Deniz Camp, Juan Frigeri)Nathan:Ultimates #3 (Deniz Camp, Juan Frigeri)X-Factor #1 (Mark Russell, Bob Quinn)Standout KAPOW moment of the week:Nathan - Fantastic Four #23 (Ryan North, Carlos Gomez)Dave - Hellverine #4 (Benjamin Percy, Julius Ohta)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKDave: Venom War: Venomous #1 (Erica Schultz, Luciano Vecchio)Nathan: Wolverine: Revenge #1 (Scott Snyder, Greg Capullo)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Wolverine: Revenge #1 (Mark Brooks Cover)Nathan: Batman/Superman: World's Finest #30 (Jorge Jiménez)Interview: Zack KaplanBeyond Real tpb out September 10; Midnight Shadows out in October 2; The Dark Empty Void #1 out September 11; Kill all Immortals #3 September 25, 2024Zack Kaplan, thank you for guesting on the AIPT comics podcast! To start, The Dark empty Void is out September 11 and it's your first horror, did you approach this any differently than you've done with previous projects?There's psychology in this series, how much research went into this, and do you tend to research a lot for your projects?It's obviously also about black holes, when you're crafting stories like this do you do research on other black hole tales? Do you ever wake up and go “that's a great idea… has someone possibly already done it?”Shifting gears to Midnight Shadows, a story in collaboration with The Midnight band, themes in this work include escapism and nostalgia, what did the first outline of this look like? Tell us about your collaboration process with the band.Did you find yourself listening to the music when scripting?Did you ever find yourself writing and a song would come on, then suddenly you'd have to change gears in the story?The art team is incredible (Stephen Thompson, Jahnoy Lindsay, Elisabetta D'Amico) with clear 80s inspirations, anything in the book that blew your expectations away?Do you see this OGN as a standalone story, or something that could continue?Anything else you'd like to plug today?
Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you 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!NEWSDC Comics unveils 'DC All In' line of comicsDC's 'Absolute Universe' creative teams and story details revealedDC core titles reveal new creative teamsDC Comics solicitations for October 2024!'Green Lantern Dark' #1 announced for October 2024New ‘Batman The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween' #7-10 covers and artists revealed15:30DC Comics launches Discord this week ahead of SDCC 2024Digital comics reading app Omnibus is officially closingNew brutal revenge tale ‘The Creeping Below' coming October 2024Marvel comics relaunching 'Iron Man' on October 23rd, 2024'Star Wars: Ewoks' limited series coming October 2024New Ghost Rider Fantasma appearing in 'Ghost Rider: Robbie Reyes Special' #1BOOM! Studios announces 'Power Rangers Infinity' #1Tom Hardy's ‘Arcbound' headed to Dark Horse ComicsNeon-infused cyberpunk series 'Nullhunter' coming October 2024Dark Horse Comics reveals SDCC 2024 signing schedule and panelsMarvel Comics reveals SDCC 2024 signing schedule and panelsEXCLUSIVE: Chip Zdarsky reveals new promo project launching this weekEXCLUSIVE: Killer clones run rampant in sci-fi series ‘Skin Police' out October 2024Our Top Books of the WeekDave:Incredible Hulk #14 (Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Nic Klein, Ryan North, Javier Garrón)Into the Unbeing (2024): Part One #2 (Zac Thompson, Hayden Sherman)Nathan:I Heart Skull-Crusher! #5 (Josie Campbell, Alessio Zonno)Incredible Hulk #14 (Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Nic Klein, Ryan North, Javier Garrón)Standout KAPOW moment of the week:Nathan - I Heart Skull-Crusher! #5 (Josie Campbell, Alessio Zonno)Dave - Ultimate X-Men #5 (Peach Momoko)TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEKDave: The Nice House By The Sea #1 (James Tynion IV, Alvaro Martinez Bueno, Jordie Bellaire)Nathan: Hello Darkness #1 (Various)JUDGING BY THE COVER JR.Dave: Batman: Dark Age #4 (Chris Samnee)Nathan: Batman: The Brave and the Bold #15 (Dan Hipp)Interview: Jordan Morris joins the show! YOUTH GROUP art by Bowen McCurdy - Out 07/16/2024Jordan Morris, thank you for being our guest on the AIPT Comics podcast for the second time!Thank you for continuing the tradition of appearing on our show the day after a Doughboys appearance! Tell our listeners, why's Youth Group so awesome?Specter Inspectors is one of my favorite comics from the last few years. How'd you link up with Bowen McCurdy?Did you ever do youth ministry? This felt so specific in so many ways.One of the things I love is that this book embraces the idea that there's no wrong way to embrace spirituality. Was that an important message for you? And how long did it take to come to that, if I can get a little personal?There's specific Christian and Wiccann weaponry introduced. How'd you come about these and was there anything left on the cutting room floor? Do you have spreadsheets for the rules?A lot of these characters feel deeply realized. Were any based on people you or Bowen McCurdy knew growing up?For a deeply Christian person nervous about picking up Youth Group, how might you pitch this book to them?What contemporary pop songs would be converted into Christian anthems if this book were set today?I feel like some of the characters are learning to ask questions for the first time, and it's difficult. Was this always a part of the story from the beginning, or something you found as you built out these characters?What comics are you reading currently?
Quick news recap:COMIC BOOKSNew X-Men series will introduce next generation of SentinelsWho are Drumfire, Sawtooth, Lockstep, and Voivod?BY DAVID BROOKEJUNE 26, 2024COMIC BOOKSVault's ‘Mindset' getting television adaptation via Don Cheadle's This Radicle ActVault Comics has announced Boat Rocker, an independent, integrated global entertainment company, today announced it has partnered with Don Cheadle's...BY DAVID BROOKEJUNE 26, 2024COMIC BOOKS‘Moon Knight: Fist of Khonshu' #1 features resurrected heroFollowing Marc Spector's triumphant return in Blood Hunt #4, Jed MacKay and Alessandro Cappuccio's acclaimed run on Moon Knight continues...BY DAVID BROOKEJUNE 26, 2024COMIC BOOKS‘The Official Marvel Podcast' launches with MCU reveals and moreKevin Feige dishes on 'Fantastic Four,' 'Deadpool & Wolverine,' and more!BY DAVID BROOKEJUNE 26, 2024COMIC BOOKSOni reveals EC's new horror hosts The Grave-Digger, The Tormentor, and The Grim InquisitorOni Press is launching new EC Comics starting July 24th with Epitaphs from the Abyss, and today they've revealed there...BY DAVID BROOKEJUNE 25, 2024COMIC BOOKSX-Men team celebrate Jonathan Hickman's eXit with best gift everChip Zdarsky and Gerry Duggan hire Rob Liefeld to wish Jonathan Hickman well.BY DAVID BROOKEJUNE 25, 2024COMIC BOOKSDark Horse and Marvel Comics announce multi-year partnership starting Fall 2024Dark Horse and Marvel Comics to publish art books, launch Bullpen Books, and more.BY DAVID BROOKEJUNE 25, 2024COMIC BOOKSGodzilla takes over Marvel Comics variant covers in September 2024Celebrating the reprinting of Marvel's classic Godzilla comics, new GODZILLA VARIANT COVERS hit stands this September.BY DAVID BROOKEJUNE 25, 2024COMIC BOOKSDark Horse graphic novel ‘Reversal' coming March 2025Two years ago, magic suddenly and violently became a thing again when the Earth's ley lines reversed.BEST COMICS OF 2024… so far!Best Series!Dave: Fantastic FourThe DeviantUltimate Spider-ManWonder WomanNathan: Ultimate Spider-ManHelen of WyndhornMighty Morphin Power Rangers: The ReturnHellblazer: Dead in AmericaBest Single IssueNathan: Doom #1 (Sanford Greene, Jonathan Hickman)Dave: Ultimates #1 (Deniz Camp, Juan Frigeri)Best WriterNathan: The one-two punch of Ram V and Dan WattersDave: Ryan NorthBest ArtistNathan: Bilquis EvelyDave: Valerio SchitiWild card options: Favorite relationshipDave: Tim and Bruce (Batman by Zdarsky and Jorge Jimenez)Best Reboot/RelaunchDave: The Penguin's new origin in The Penguin (Tom King, Stevan Subic) Nathan: Hellblazer: Dead in AmericaBest OGN:Nathan: Bad Dream: A Dreamer StoryDave: Bad Dream: A Dreamer StoryFavorite adaptation:Nathan: My Adventures with Superman: Season 2Dave: X-Men '97Biggest SurpriseJoker has mastered his own ability to create a Zur-En-Arrh personaThe One Hand mystery ending!Deadpool's gonna die??
2001's Origin told the definitive story of Wolverine's childhood, growing up as sickly rich boy James Howlett. But... were we better off without it? Will reads Spider-Man by Tom Taylor, Clobberin' Time, Fantastic Four by Ryan North vol 2: Four Stories About Hope, Avengers: Beyond, Avengers by Jed Mackay vol 1: The Impossible City. Steve reads Origin #1-6, X-Treme X-Men: Savage Land #1-4.
Joey, Aaron, and Bob round out this week's roundtable, which includes lots of comics talk, including a debate on Ryan North's Fantastic Four run. There is also a bit of a ring around the movies conversation with reflections on the new Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes flick, the Mad Max series, and the illustrious career of the legendary Roger Corman.Aaron binged the second season of Blood of Zeus on Netflix, and Bob brought TC Hall of Fame Stephanie Cooke's latest graphic novel, PILLOW TALK, to the table!Finally, the boys preview the Summer of 2024 in geekdom.Comics talked this week: Poison Ivy #22, Fantastic Four #20, Birds of Prey #9, Pillow Talk OGN, Ain't No Grave #1, Crocodile Black #1, The Boy Wonder #1, The One Hand #4, and Six Fingers #3. The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (www.talkingcomicbooks.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, Chris Ceary, and John Burkle who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Twitter handle is @TalkingComics and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.
Hannah and Laura have the absolute pleasure of speaking with Talia Dutton about her book, M Is for Monster!! They talk about Talia's history as a reader, the ins and outs of creating a graphic novel, and portraying complicated emotions in books. Enjoy the episode!Be sure to buy M is for Monster or request it at your local library today!! You can find Talia on her website:taliadutton.comOn Instagram:@super_tayaMedia Mentions:M Is for Monster by Talia DuttonTamora Pierce's worksEva Ibbotson's worksFiction Fans podcastMonstress by Marjorie Liu and Sana TakedaFrankenstein by Mary ShelleyStar Wars---Disney+Dr. Who---MaxStar Trek---Paramount+Friends Talking Fantasy podcastBoJack Horseman---NetflixDanger and Other Unknown Risks by Ryan North and Erica HendersonThe Dresden Files by Jim ButcherBe sure to follow OWWR Pod!www.owwrpod.com Twitter: @OwwrPodBlueSky: @OwwrPodTikTok: @OwwrPodInstagram: @owwrpodThreads: @OwwrPodHive: @owwrpodSend us an email at: owwrpod@gmail.comCheck out OWWR Patreon: patreon.com/owwrpodOr join OWWR Discord! We'd love to chat with you!You can follow Hannah at:Instagram: @brews.and.booksThreads: @brews.and.booksTikTok: @brews.and.booksYou can follow Laura at:Instagram: @goodbooksgreatgoatsTwitter: @myyypodBlueSky: @myyypodHive: @myyypod
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