Comic Book Podcast | Talking Comics

The Talking Comics Crew changes things up this week and tries out a new format for talking comics! As the conversation carries on, the crew covers everything from the ups and downs of Marvel NOW! (Again), surprising new series from several independent publishers, and a strangely intriguing graphic novel about a magical dismembered leg! Also, the gang reacts to the announcement of the creative team for AMERICA, Marvel's upcoming solo series starring the fan favorite America Chavez. Check out the announcement interview with writer Gabby Rivera and editor Will Moss here!!! Finally, Mara, Bob, Joey, and Steve take a moment to say what they're thankful for in comics this Thanksgiving season. HINT: One of those things is you, our wonderful audience. Thank you for your support and all you do to help foster this supportive, engaged, brilliant community. Happy Thanksgiving! #READCOMICS

This week, the Talking Comics crew interviews Jeremy Whitley (@jrome58), the Eisner-nominated writer of Princeless the upcoming Unstoppable Wasp!!! Jeremy gives some scoops on that upcoming series and looks back on some of his memorable anthology stories from the last year. The gang also breaks down the breaking news regarding Marvel's THE INHUMANS, a brand new movie TV series from Marvel and ABC and IMAX. Also, tons of tons of comics (obviously), including Wonder Woman, Mother Panic, and Mega Princess!!! Steve also introduces the upcoming Talking Comics 24-hour Comics Read-A-Thon fundraiser. While there are tons of logistics still to work out, the whole crew is excited to read comics and raise funds for a good cause.

"BY THE HOARY HOSTS OF HOGGOTH!!!" This week, the Talking Comics crew is joined by Editor-In-Chief Bobby Shortle to review DOCTOR STRANGE, the latest addition to the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe. The gang gets into the story, the visuals, the casting, and the future of the mystical side of the MCU in a lengthy conversation on the film. Also, Joey rejoins Mara, Steve, and Bob to talk tons of comics--including some iconic Doctor Strange stories from years' past--the recently announced Young Justice Season 3, and the latest Wonder Woman trailer!!! #READCOMICS

In addition to the plethora of comics (double the Wonder Woman, double the fun!), the gang discusses the recent harassment of Mockingbird writer Chelsea Cain. Bobby steps in at the beginning of the episode to highlight the Talking Comics stance when it comes to harassment: as a site and a group of fans, we celebrate and respect all comics fans and do not tolerate people who are hateful about the things we make or enjoy. Please remember to be respectful to all fans and realize that every comic is someone's favorite comic. We chat about Horimiya, Demon Prince of Momochi House, Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur, Giant Days, Wonder Woman, and more! #READCOMICS

n our quest to seek out entertaining and engaging comic book sources, Bob and Steve set up shop to record a special podcast within the walls of Android’s Amazing Comics in Sayville, New York. While there, your friendly neighborhood podcasters enthusiastically chin-wagged about their new comic book day selections. Additionally, Bob sat down for some real talk with key members of the store’s delightful staff. Throughout the laughs and outpouring of information, we’re reminded of just how important it is to have kind and inclusive individuals managing these endangered establishments. We hope you enjoy this special presentation, and we hope to bring you more like it in the near future!

This week, the Talking Comics crew talks comics (obviously), but also pops over to the TV side to talk Supergirl on the CW!!! Steve and Bob leads the conversation on the (positive) changes to the show, including its new stable of characters and emotional core. Staying on the TV side, Joey talks about the devastating Walking Dead Season 7 premiere. (#RIP[SPOILERS]). The gang gets into the newest additions to the DC Young Animal imprint, Cave Carson has a Cybernetic Eye and Shade the Changing Girl, and Mara discusses the potential longevity of the weirdness of the new string of books. Also, does Marvel's announced RESURREXION promise a return to form for the X-line of books???? #READCOMICS

This week, the gang talks comics upon comics upon comics upon comics forever!!! Steve's out rockin' out with FAILURE, so it's just the trio of Mara, Bob, and Joey chillaxin' all cool in the studio. Topics this week range from Rogue One trailer thoughts and Star Wars comics to the longevity of DC Rebirth to the consequences of the Civil War II delays on some of the Marvel NOW! launches. Also, Wonder Woman. Obviously.

This week, the gang recounts all their New York Comic-Con escapades and adventures!!! From Mara's mega awesome Star Wars panel to Bob's favorite encounters down Artist Alley to Steve's non-stop tour of pretty much every single thing that happened, the Talking Comics crew has got NYCC on the brain. Even Joey (who missed the actual convention this year, despite literally living within swimming distance of Manhattan...) gets in on the fun and recounts the epic super amazing Talking Comics meet-up that happened Saturday night!!! Other topics include last week's big Marvel NOW! releases, Jessica Jones and Champions, several listener questions, and an epic rant about the Power Rangers trailer that just dropped. Check it! One final note: a special thank you to all of the amazing listeners and friends of the show that came out to the meet-up and to the con generally!!! It was an amazing weekend bolstered even more by amazing people. And to everyone that couldn't be there in person, we remain eternally grateful to you

This week, the Talking Comics crew welcomes Marty Langford back to the podcast for an update on his upcoming documentary, DOOMED! The Untold Story of Roger Corman's THE FANTASTIC FOUR. Bob leads the lively conversation through the World's Greatest Unreleased Cult Film!!! DOOMED! will be released VOD on 10/11/2016 and on DVD 12/20/2016!!! Also, Steve attended the freaking premiere of Luke Cage!!! The gang talks their general (NON-SPOILERS!!!) impressions on the latest Marvel series from Netflix!!! Of course, it's not all TV and Movies, as the crew talks tons of comics, including Josie and the Pussycats, Spider-Woman, Ms. Marvel, Lake of Fire, Jill Thompson's Wonder Woman: The True Amazon, and the just-announced The Spirit: The Corpse Makers by Francesco Francavilla.

It's all comics all the time in this week's episode of Talking Comics!!! Mara and Steve break down the first two parts of "NIGHT OF THE MONSTER MEN" (the first crossover of the Rebirth era), Joey gets real about the current state of Marvel's CIVIL WAR II event, and Steve reaches back into the archives for Jill Thompson's classic Scary Godmother. And, in classic TC fashion, the gang covers comics from a whole slew of publishers in the Lightning Round, including Archie Comics, DC, IDW Publishing, Marvel, Vertigo, Dark Horse, Boom! Studios, and Image!!! Also, listen through the show for some major announcements regarding the Talking Comics crew's plans for NYCC and upcoming episodes!!!

This week, the Talking Comics crew gets right down to it with some of the most dazzling books from last week, including the tragic Detective Comics #940 and DOOM PATROL #1, the debut series for DC's new Young Animals imprint. Also, Steve and Joey talk at length about Raina Telgemeier's latest graphic novel, Ghosts. Bob takes the lead on breaking down Marvel's December Solicits and kickstarts a conversation on the just-announced Hulk relaunch by Mariko Tamaki, which features Jennifer "The Artist Formerly Known As She-Hulk" Walters as the titular jade giant. And in big announcements, Mara talks about the upcoming Wonder Woman and Psychology, which she is co-editing!!!

"To the past and future children of the movement" The Talking Comics crew delves deep into the critically-acclaimed graphic novel trilogy, MARCH, by Congressman John Lewis, Andrew Aydin, and artist Nate Powell. The three-volume collection captures the vital, complex history of the Civil Rights Movement from the Lewis' perspective on-the-ground at the time. Brilliantly executed and authentic, MARCH stimulates an emotional, evocative conversation from the crew. Also, Mara and Bob rave about the latest issue of Paper Girls, Steve gets dazzled by Glitterbomb #1, and Joey tries to navigate the quagmire that is Alters #1. Some outside links: Magdalene Visaggio's essay on Alters and the trans narrative Carolyn & Anna's article on March Volumes 1 & 2 here on Talking Comics! More on John Lewis' history and political career

Guests galore as Talking Comics celebrates 250 episodes with a specail over-sized issue!!! Super spectacular listeners, contributors, and patrons of the site call in with questions, comics talk, and salutes to the flagship podcast that started it all!!! The crew talks comics crushes, maligned story lines, tattoos, and She-Hulk. Meanwhile, Bob talks the Start Trek convention in NYC, Mara breaks down the small moments from Civil War II tie-ins Ms. Marvel and Spider-Man, Steve dives headlong into Kim & Kim, and Joey loses his mind over Angel Catbird!!! Also, Bobby's back! Contributor Call-Ins: Jesse Bowden (@JesseBowden) Nate Mondschein (@33andMoonshine) Matthew Iung (@iceo1000) Lorna Maltman (maltmanlorna@gmail.com) Vivek Kembaiyan (@just_Vivek) Nathan Ryan (@Clown_Prince52) Patron Call-Ins: Miguel Lorena Sammie Cassell

The gang gathers to share in Steve's joy as he recounts his recent proposal (congratulations, Steve!). Bob, Mara, and guest Carolyn Cocca spearhead the conversation on shunning in the geek community. We explore why we do it, personal fallacies, and what we could do to be more open with new fans. Fear not, comics are discussed as well, including Joyride, Wonder Woman #5, Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur, and Emma. Click here for our updated LIGHTNING ROUND list!!! Superwomen You can order Carolyn Cocca's newest book here: https://www.amazon.com/Superwomen-Gender-Representation-Carolyn-Cocca/dp/1501316575/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1472646014&sr=8-1&keywords=superwomen+carolyn+cocca Want to know what we explored to find out more about exclusion in fandom? Here are some key articles worth checking out: http://journal.transformativeworks.org/index.php/twc/article/view/473/353 http://testjournal.transformativeworks.org/index.php/twc/article/view/460/384 https://brettschenker.com/2014/12/01/demo-graphics-comi

This week, the crew digs deep into the November Solicits from DC, Marvel, and Image Comics and considers the rumors surrounding the cast of Spider-Man: Homecoming. Steve gets real about the just-announced Runaways TV show, Bob chats nerd cruises and Mockingbird, Mara talks up Terry Moore and Echo, and Joey waxes poetical about his inner-theatre nerd with Backstagers. Also, halfway through Civil War II, the team asks the big question: can the Captain Marvel franchise survive this characterization of Carol Danvers? Also also, share your thoughts for next week's Listener Question by using #TCPODMAIL on twitter or e-mailing podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com: Growing up and being shunned for their love of comics, why do so many comics fans then shun those who disagree with them? - Carol Cross

The Talking Comics crew crunches the numbers (statistics!) and delves into the June marketshare report and the representation of women and people of color on the creative side at Marvel, DC, and Image Comics. Then, Bob, Mara, Steve, and Joey do what they do best and talk tons of comics, including Scott Snyder's passion project, All-Star Batman #1, and Phil Jimenez' dynamic first issue to the new Superwoman series. Also, the crew talks cows, squirrels, skrulls, and much, much more!

This week, the Talking Comics crew reviews SUICIDE SQUAD, the latest entry in the DC Extended Universe film franchise. From the cast to the music to the writing to the editing, Mara, Steve, and Joey break down all the good, the bad, and the "meh" of Director/Writer David Ayer's rendition of Task Force X. Also, Bob recaps his super-stellar symposium entitled "Taking the Long Way: The Superheroine's Struggle for Respect."

Goblins on the road to Phandalin? What is this world coming to! Every Dungeons and Dragons game has to start somewhere and what better place than on the road from Neverwinter! Our merry band of adventures choose their names and leap into action. Where will the campaign take them? Roll a d20 and find out! Time for Adventure! Dungeons and Dragons actual play podcast hosted by Bobby Shortle, Jacqui Turner, Brian Verderosa and Bob Reyer from Talking Comics. Go on thrilling and ridiculous adventurers with first time D & D players.

The gang gathers to discuss the week's comics, including the new Batgirl series, a return to Wonder Woman's Lies arc, upcoming comic Belzebubs, and Civil War II and it's impact on Captain Marvel and Ms Marvel. The status of Lunella Lafayette as the smartest person in the Marvel Universe is brought up, and we give our stamp of approval on Moon Girl and Devil Dinosaur. We answer questions regarding the "perfect" comic we've read as well as the characters that are important to the advancement of women, POCs, and LGBTQ characters (hint: many of them are in the Marvel Universe). The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (www.talkingcomicbooks.com) The podcast is hosted by Dr. Mara Wood, Steve Seigh (JoBlo.com contributor), Bob Reyer, and Joey Braccino 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.

In a giant-sized, nigh 3-hour episode, the Talking Comics crew breaks down the biggest news from San Diego Comic-Con 2016, including the first trailer for WONDER WOMAN!!! Mara, Bob, Steve, and Joey share their thoughts on that Captain Marvel casting, the Eisner Awards, the new DC Animation film The Killing Joke, and the most exciting comics announcements from Marvel and DC. Also, Steve drops some major mind-blowing theories on one of the team's favorite books of the week, Bryan Lee O'Malley and Leslie Hung's Snotgirl #1!!!