- Around Comics Ep. 003 released on Sun, 02/12/2006 - 06:07
Marketing in comics. What are the major publishers doing right and what are they doing wrong? Join Chris, Sal and Tom as the discuss the ins and outs of marketing, merchandising and selling comic books. Plus this weeks Headlines, Top of the Stack and more.- Around Comics Ep. 005 released on Mon, 02/27/2006 - 18:47
Sex, violence and dirty words. All the things we love about comics but are afraid to admit. We're talking about adult themes, language and situations in today's comics. Join Sal, Tom and Matt. Plus headlines and Top of the Stack.- Around Comics Ep. 004 released on Sun, 02/19/2006 - 19:00
We all know it, we all use it and some of even enjoy it. The Internet. How has it changed things in comics. How do fans, publishers and creators use it to their advantage? What does the future hold. Join Chris and Sal as they welcome some very special guests from PA. The Comic Book Geek Speek crew. Bryan, Peter, Jamie and Sean talk tell us what they think about the World Wide Web. All that, plus Top of the Stack, News and more.- Around Comics Ep. 006 released on Mon, 03/06/2006 - 02:30
Crisis Clinic. Join Chris, Sal and Tom as they discuss the current state of the DC Universe and what the future might bring. From Identity Crisis to On Year Later and 52. Also the weeks top headlines, Top of the Stack and more.- Around Comics Ep. 007 released on Mon, 03/13/2006 - 05:43
House of Ideas. In part two of our 4 part retrospective on the major comic book publishers, we take a look at Marvel Comics. From Avengers Dissassembled, to the Road to Civil War, join Chis Sal and Mark as we dissasemble the Marvel U. Plus news, listener emails, top of the stack and more. Warning, this show contais spoilers, listen at your own risk.- Around Comics Ep. 009 released on Mon, 03/27/2006 - 20:53
The many faces of Manga. Join Chris and Sal as the are introduced into the wild and amazing world of Manga. From Giant robots, to alien princesses, we talk about the history and future of this extremely popular form of comics from Japan. Plus Wire2Wire news, Top of the Stack and more.- Around Comics Ep. 008 released on Mon, 03/20/2006 - 03:00
Indy, Alternative, Small Press. Whatever you want to call it, as long as it's not mainstream. Join Chris and Sal as they welcome Bruce Rosenburger from the KomicsKast and Comics Crossover podcasts, to talk about all those wonderful "other" comics. From Cerebus to Raw, Rocketo to Acme Novelty, Print on Demand to Webcomics, we take this week to discuss the wonderful and crowded world of self-published, creator owned, mini and other comic books. Where did they come from and where are they going? Plus Wire2Wire news, Top of the Stack and listener emails. - Around Comics Ep. 010 released on Mon, 03/27/2006 - 21:53
The Phil Hester interview. Join Chris and Sal as they welcome longtime comic book professional and newly named Ant-Man artist Phil Hester to talk about working on Nightwing, Green Arrow, his indy work and even some fantasy football.- Around Comics Ep. 012 released on Mon, 04/10/2006 - 04:00
Location. Location. Location. The Around Comics crew visit Metropolis, Gotham, Fawcet City, Sin City, The Big Apple and many other backdrops that our favorite heroes call home. Join Chris, Sal, Tom and Rick as they find out what's the low-down on the streets and in the gutters. Plus Wire2Wire news, Top of the Stack and more.
- Around Comics Ep. 011 released on Mon, 04/03/2006 - 04:00
Conventions. Comic book con season is here so Chris and Sal invited Scar tissue Artist Dave Wachter, and comic fan David Price to talk all about our favorite summer geek fests. From the panels, to the quarter bins we give you the ins and out of Comic Cons. All that plus Wire2Wire news and Top of the Stack.
- Around Comics Ep. 014 released on Mon, 04/24/2006 - 04:00
Product Placement. Whether it's Coke, Nike or Chevrolet, Madison Avenue has taken notice of the marketing potential of comic books and the purchasing power of the core demographic. In response, The Big Two have opened the doors for companies to advertise not only in comics, but in the art of the stories themselves. Hold on, true believer, product placement is coming to a comic book near and dear to your heart. Join Chis, Sal, Dave and Tom as they discuss the pros and cons of this new advertising initiative. Plus Wire2Wire news, listener emails, Top of the Stack and more.
- Around Comics Ep. 015 released on Mon, 05/01/2006 - 04:00
The Company Men. Creators that are associated with one company even if they have done work in other places. These artists, writers, editors and publishers have left an undeniable imprint on the icons of the companies they've worked for. Join Chis, Sal, Tom and guest Ian Levenstein as they take a trip through comics history to find The Company Men. Make sure not to miss the special Jack Kirby Crash Course history lesson by Bruce Rosenberger! Plus Wire2Wire news, listener emails, Top of the Stack and more.
- Around Comics Ep. 016 released on Mon, 05/08/2006 - 03:36
Around
Comics begins recording at their new home Dark Tower Comics! Free Comic Book day
is the topic of discussion. Join Chris and Sal as we welcome Matt Sommer and
Mark Beatty. Is Free Comic Book Day a good way to drive new customers to comic
shops? How do stores prepare and promote the event? We talk to real life kids as
they pick up free comics and then the panel goes to Civil War!
Plus
Wire2Wire news, listener emails, Top of the Stack and more.
- Around Comics Ep. 017 released on Wed, 05/10/2006 - 04:44
Join us as we take the gloves off and go to Civil War! Around Comics
welcomes a mega- sized seven member panel to discuss their thoughts on
the issues of Civil War. Hero registration, the media, government
control, civil rights and security. This is a can't miss episode of
seven comic book fans choosing sides- Around Comics Ep. 018 released on Mon, 05/15/2006 - 03:06
Comics 101 Suggestions for New Readers. The Around Comics crew welcomes Collected Comics Library host Chris Marshall to the panel. How have collected editions changed the way new readers can approach the medium? What are the best places to start reading comics? Why does Tom love comics with gorillas? These are the tough questions we try to answer in another action packed discussion at the roundtable. Also, listener e-mails, Wire2Wire Comics News and Top of the Stack reviews.
- Around Comics Ep. 019 released on Thu, 05/18/2006 - 00:13
In an informal chat we discuss what is more important when deciding what books to buy. Is the writer, artist or character the deciding factor when you pull a title off the shelf? Join Chris, Sal, Tom and Mark as we mention some of our favorites in all three categories. Mark also gives us some insight into the buying habits of his customers.
- Around Comics Ep. 020 released on Mon, 05/22/2006 - 04:00
Join the Around Comics panel as we welcome Matt Fraction. If you don't know the name yet, you will soon. We talk with the man that will lead The Punisher into Civil War. We also discuss his creator owned works Cassanova and The Five Fists of Science. Find out how Matt handles Punisher Trivia and answers listener e-mails. We also cover the weeks top headlines in Wire2Wire Comics News and give our suggestions in Top of the Stack.
- Around Comics Ep. 021 released on Mon, 05/29/2006 - 16:17
Around Comics welcomes columnist Stephanie Mangold to the panel to discuss the stereotypes of comic book fans. We take a look at fanboys, fangirls, indie snobs, the Simpsons Comic Guy, personal hygiene and just about everything else that may offend you. As usual we have Wire2Wire Comics News and Top of the Stack recommendations. We also announce our May contest winner and much more.
- Around Comics Ep. 022 released on Thu, 06/01/2006 - 05:03
What makes a good villain? We take a look at some of our favorite bad guys and decide if it's brute strength, diabolical mastermind, psychological terror, or being just plain crazy. Chris, Tom and Sal welcome Mark Beatty and Dave Wachter to the panel for a quick discussion on what makes a villain truly villainous.
- Around Comics Ep. 023 released on Mon, 06/05/2006 - 04:14
Join us as we welcome Dave Wachter and Mark Beatty to the panel to talk about how the movie industry is affecting comics and how comics are making an impact in the movies we watch. We talk about some movies that got it right, some that didn't and about the numerous comics we'd love to see hit the big screen. As always we have Wire2Wire Comics News and Top of the Stack reviews and recommendations.
- Around Comics Ep. 025 released on Thu, 06/15/2006 - 13:43
Around Comics celebrates #25 with a huge mega episode! Well not really. Chris, Sal, Tom and Mark chat about overrated and underrated creators in the comics industry.
- Around Comics Ep. 024 released on Mon, 06/12/2006 - 05:14
Around Comics welcomes artist Steve Bryant to the panel to discuss webcomics. Whether they stand on their own or are used as promotions for printed works, webcomics are here to stay. We take a look at some of our favorites, listener favorites, and talk about the webcomic culture. In Wire2Wire News we give a complete wrap-up of Wizard Word Philly. In Top of the Stack we make a case for The Exterminators and more.
- Around Comics Ep. 026 released on Mon, 06/19/2006 - 04:13
We welcome our May contest winner Matt Kramer to the show to talk about his suggested topic. Cross medium creators and their impact on the comics industry. We take a look at the likes of Kevin Smith, Joss Whedon, Greg Rucka, Charlie Huston and others. This weeks news focuses more on the independent and alternative press after last weeks Big 2 convention wrap-up. The panel gives their Top of the Stack reviews and Tom tries to save the show as Chris fills in as producer for Sal. Hilarity ensues...- Around Comics Ep. 028 released on Mon, 07/03/2006 - 05:26
Mike Oliveri joins the Around Comics panel to discuss his book
Werewolves: Call of the Wild. We talk about the horror genre in comics, what it takes to get a new independent comic off the ground, and why werewolves are cooler than vampires. We go over the top headlines in Wire2Wire News and give our weekly reviews in Top of the Stack.
- Around Comics Ep. 027 released on Mon, 06/26/2006 - 02:13
Comics meet music as Kieron Gillen explains the concept and process of writing his new series Phonogram. Kieron talks about how music is magic to him, and how Phonogram takes that to a new literal level. The second half of the show has a special surprise guest. Wordballoon's John Siuntres joins us for Wire2Wire Comics News and Top of the Stack, and drops a few names along the way.- Around Comics Ep. 029 released on Fri, 07/07/2006 - 13:47
Comics on TV. The premier of Blade inspired the panel to discuss comic book adaptations on television. Can Blade survive past the movies? What does it take to make a compelling show that's based on a b-list comic character? The Flash, The Incredible Hulk, Witchblade and others are discussed as we welcome Mike Oliveri, Bernie Gonzalez, and Matt Sommer to the roundtable.
- Around Comics Ep. 030 released on Mon, 07/10/2006 - 03:11
Around Comics welcomes Michael Avon Oeming for part one of our two part interview with the creators of The Cross Bronx. Join us as we discuss Michael's new project, his relationship with Alex Toth, The return of the God of Thunder, and much more. Look for part two of our Cross Bronx interview with Ivan Brandon later this week.- Around Comics Ep. 032 released on Fri, 07/14/2006 - 14:01
The panel discusses how we've tried to shed the collector mentality.
Listen to stories of selling collections, trading individual runs for hardcovers and why selling your comics isn't admitting defeat. We talk about slabbing books, using comic stores as a library, downloading comics, and storing comics. Wordballoon's John Siuntres drops by to talk comics, conventions and podcasting.
- Around Comics Ep. 031 released on Wed, 07/12/2006 - 16:35
Join us for the second part of our interview with the creators of The Cross Bronx. Ivan Brandon takes over for Michael Oeming to give his thoughts on their new project. Ivan discusses other projects like the upcoming 24/7 anthology, NYC Mech, Borderline and much more. Ivan gives us the lowdown on some amazing international talent as well. At the end, Chris, Sal and Tom collapse after 2 days of furious podcast recording.- Around Comics Ep. 033 released on Mon, 07/17/2006 - 03:41
This week we discuss 35 years of changes in comic books. Around Comics welcomes Bob Bretall to the panel to talk about comic distribution, writing styles, the internet, conventions and more. Wire2Wire news and Top of the Stack return with a Giant Sized Bonus comic book review and recommendation segment. Remember to listen in as we unveil our July contest. Special guest appearances by Matt Sommer, Bernie Gonzalez, Jon Hook and Bruce Rosenberger.- Around Comics Ep. 034 released on Thu, 07/20/2006 - 01:47
Around Comics welcomes John Siuntres back to the panel for a casual conversation about comic books. We discuss how the comics industry is selling their product whether it's through single issues, trades or other avenues. The everchanging face of the comic book industry has seen it's ups and down, but fans will always be there. You never know what the panel will discuss, but it's always around comics.
- Around Comics Ep. 036 released on Mon, 07/31/2006 - 03:01
Sal on a Podcast! With Chris and Tom away, Sal has hijacked the show. It's all Sal, all the time. Featuring Bernie Gonzalez with interviews frome San-Diego Comic-Con, Wire2Wire Comics Book News, An all-Sal Top of the Stack and some special surprises.
- Around Comics Ep. 035 released on Mon, 07/24/2006 - 02:57
Licensing in comics is the topic this week. The panel welcomes artists Scott Johnson and surprise guest Mike Norton to discuss creating the images that are used in the packaging and products that fill the shelves of retailers. We talk about reaching readers through licensing, and some of the restrictions that artists run into. G.I. Joe with no guns? Are you serious?!
- Around Comics Ep. 038 released on Thu, 08/10/2006 - 17:44
Wizard World Chicago Pt. 2. The gang sits down on Saturday night, with
a host of friends from the show to talk about the convention, sketches,
artist alley, panels and more. Guests include Dave Wachter & Pat
Loika from Ronin Studios, Neil Gorman from the Comicology Podcast, Mark
Beatty from Darktower Comics, Sean & Jim from the Raging Bullets
Podcast, David Price, Vince B and Matt S., Dan 'Papercut" C, Weekrocker, Dustin Draise and more.- Around Comics Ep. 037 released on Tue, 08/08/2006 - 14:57
Wizard World Chicago 2006 is now in the books. This episode includes a quick recap of some of the weekends amazing events and reflections of a great con experience. We go back to Friday evening for an extended talk with one of the the truly up and coming comic book publishers in the industry, Ape Entertainment. One of the largest groups ever on an episode of Around Comics talks about the strategies of running a great company and producing titles that have something to offer for almost any fan.- Around Comics Ep. 039 released on Mon, 08/14/2006 - 15:04
Around Comics welcomes writer Simon Oliver to the show this week. Who is Simon Oliver? That's the question that comic fans have been asking since Vertigo's "The Exterminators" hit shelves. Simon tells us about the unique journey that lead him to the world of comics. So grab a can of bug spray and pull up a chair to this weeks panel, it's gonna be a killer. Also, listener voicemail, Wire2Wire comic book news and our Top of the Stack reviews and recommendations.
- Around Comics Ep. 040 released on Wed, 08/16/2006 - 22:17
Wizard World Chicago Pt. 3 The last one, we promise! Join Around Comics as we walk the convention floor and talk with some of today's top comic book creators. Hear interviews with Paul Jenkins, David Mack, Paul Azaceta, Jeremy Haughn, John Romita Jr. and more!
- Around Comics Ep. 041 released on Mon, 08/21/2006 - 04:27
Around Comics welcomes John Siuntres of Wordballoon, and Crank and Mike Norton of the Crankcast to the roundtable this week. The topic of discussion centers on whether or not Marvel and DC have a responsibility to produce comic books outside of the super hero genre. We also go over the weeks comic book news and give our Top of the Stack recommendations with a special appearance by Scar Tissue artist Dave Wachter.
- Around Comics Ep. 042 released on Thu, 08/24/2006 - 15:39
Around Comics welcomes writer Ed Brubaker for an
extended interview to talk about his exciting new project with former
partner-in-crime, Sean Phillips. Brubaker and Phillips reunite on the noir
project Criminal, published under Marvel's Icon label. The current writer of
Captain America,
Daredevil and the Uncanny X-Men discusses the new street level series that
explores the world of professional criminals.
- Around Comics Ep. 045 released on Thu, 09/14/2006 - 14:48
The John Byrne interview Part II. Listen in as we continue our talk with comics legend John Byrne. We hear about his relationship with Chris Claremont, why his stay on the All New Atom was so short, and how Kitty Pryde was almost named Thunderbird! Listeners at the store get to ask their questions and some of the answers may surprise you.
- Around Comics Ep. 044 released on Mon, 09/11/2006 - 03:23
Around
Comics welcomes John Byrne. One of the most influential and controversial
creators in comics joins Around Comics for a lengthy conversation discussing his
three decade career. Find out the only thing DC wouldn't let him do with the
Superman relaunch. The real origin of Kitty Pryde will surprise you. The Next
Men? Chris Claremont? Peter David? Listen and find out. Also, the panel goes
over the weeks top headlines in Wire2Wire Comics News and we give our weekly
reviews and recommendations in Top of the Stack.
Check back
later this week for John Byrne Part II
- Around Comics Ep. 043 released on Tue, 09/05/2006 - 00:39
Around Comics welcomes Ande Parks to the panel to discuss multi- talented creators in comics. These are the creators that have shown the ability to cover a variety of tasks involved in creating a comic. Whether it's writing, editing, drawing, inking, coloring etc. Tom has an exclusive and very candid interview with one of key figures in the Marvel Universe in a special report. We cover the weeks top headlines, and open the panel up to include several people that wandered into the shop this week.
- Around Comics Ep. 046 released on Mon, 09/18/2006 - 03:14
The Greatest Creative Runs in comic book history is the topic of this episode. While the Stan Lee and Jack Kirby Fantastic Four may remain the standard for greatness there are plenty more to talk about. Join us as John Siuntress and Simon MacDonald sit in on the panel as we go through what we consider the best runs in comics. As always we have Wire2Wire Comic Book News and Top of the Stack reviews and recommendations.
- Around Comics Ep. 047 released on Mon, 09/25/2006 - 02:56
Around Comics A La Carte. This week we clear out the
refrigerator and try out a few new segments. Chris plays Five Questions with
Tom and Sal. Tom performs a dramatic reenactment of Flash #4. We play some fun
voice mails and respond to listener e-mail. As usual we go over the weekly news
and give our Top of the Stack reviews and recommendations. Special guest Dave
Wachter drops in to say hello and sticks around for the second half.
- Around Comics Ep. 048A released on Mon, 10/02/2006 - 02:57
Greg Rucka Part I. You know we couldn't fit Greg Rucka into just one episode.
Listen in to the first half of our lengthy conversation with the writer of such
titles as Wolverine, Batman, Wonder Woman, Gotham Central, Adventures of
Superman and of course... Queen & Country. Stick around after the interview
for Wire2Wire comics news, our weekly picks, and some fantastic listener e-mails
and voicemails. Special guests include Matt Richter, Dave Wachter and Mike
Norton.- Around Comics Ep. 048B released on Thu, 10/05/2006 - 05:00
Greg Rucka Part II. The second part of our interview with Greg Rucka explores his work on Wonder Woman and how the death of Max Lord came about. We take a longer look into the world of Queen & Country and how the series has jumped from comics to novels and back again. We wrap the episode up with two bonus interviews. First we talk with the talented artist of Capote in Kansas and Queen & Country, Chris "Skippy" Samnee. Then Tom interviews one of Marvel's least talkative heroes.- Around Comics Ep. 049 released on Mon, 10/09/2006 - 02:24
Jimmy Palmiotti gives us the business. Crossing genres and spinning great tales have become trademarks of his work with writing partner Justin Gray. Whether it's gun fights in the old west, Superhero stories from a different perspective or funky 70s like action romps there's something for just about every comics fan in their work. Listen in as Jimmy talks comics, movies, TV and shares some great stories We even get to talk with his lovely lady, Amanda Conner. As always we go over the weeks top headlines in Wire2Wire Comics News and give our Top of the Stack reviews and recommendations.
- Around Comics Ep. 050 - Chicago Mini-Con released on Mon, 10/16/2006 - 03:09
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 50
Around Comics celebrates our 50th Episode! Join us for Part I of this fantastic event, as we record from the first ever Chicago Mini-Con. Chris, Sal and Tom are joined by Wordballoon's John Siuntres as we welcome Bill Reinhold, Franchesco!, Mike Huddleston, Doug Klauba, Mike Oliveri, Dave Wachter, Len Kody, Jason Millet, Scott Johnson, Tom Kelly, Tony Akins and more. We also hear from Matt Fraction, Ande Parks, Phil Hester, Tony Moore and Jim McCann. Don't miss a terrific night of fun, comics and talk.
- Around Comics Ep. 050 - Part II released on Thu, 10/19/2006 - 03:17
The Chicago Mini-Con rolls on. We finish up the evening with Bill Reinhold, Franchesco!, Doug Klauba, Rafael Nieves, listener emails, voicemails, and a buch of sloppy, wet, thank yous to everone. Don't miss part two of this crazy day in the Chicago Comics Scene.
- Around Comics Ep. 051 - Gateway Comics released on Sun, 10/22/2006 - 23:17
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 51
Gateway Comics. Whether it's Star Wars, Star Trek, Dr. Who, G.I. Joe,
movie adaptations or comics based on Saturday morning cartoons, these comic
books have lead unsuspecting fans into the world of comics and opened the door
to other titles. We introduce a new segment
called "Comics 101" where Sal teaches us the history of comics. Don't miss out
on all the weeks headlines in Wire2Wire Comic Book News, and our revamped Top of
the Stack segment. There are lots of listener e-mails and voicemails to go over
as well.
- Around Comics Ep. 052 - Spooktacular released on Mon, 10/30/2006 - 15:44
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 52
Around Comics celebrates Halloween in style. Join in as we talk with modern
horror master Steve Niles. Also joining the discussion are comic creators Tim
Seeley (Hack/Slash & Loaded Bible) and Jesse Bausch (Strange Detective
Tales). Brent Schoonover checks in on the Hotline to tell us more about his book
Horrorwood, along with some of his favorite horror comics. Tom quotes Young
Frankenstein for most of the episode, but we still manage to go over the top
headlines in Wire2Wire comic book news and read a few listener e-mails. Happy
Halloween!
- Around Comics Ep. 053 - Homosexuality in Comics released on Tue, 11/07/2006 - 18:55
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 53
Homosexuality in Comic Books. This week we welcome Steve D from the Comic Book Queers Podcast, to talk about the roles of Gay, Lesbian, Bi-Sexual and Transgender characters in mainstream comics. Northstar, the Rawhide Kid, Rene Montoya and others have led the way for mainstream publishers to represent the Gay community. Have they done a good job? Is there more work ahead? Has it caused problems and what is the fan reaction? We also go over the weeks news as well as Top of the Stack. Don't miss this fantastic, intelligent and fun discussion, you won't find on any other podcast.- Around Comics Ep. 054 - Jonathan Hickman released on Mon, 11/13/2006 - 15:52
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 54
Around Comics welcomes Jonathan Hickman. The creator of the new series "The
Nightly News" talks about the unique graphic style and political focus of his
limited series. We check in with Pat Loika at Wizard World Texas and call Jeremy
Haun on his way to the movies. John Siuntres joins us as we go over the weeks
headlines in Wire2Wire Comic Book News and we wrap things up with a look at the
weeks new releases in Top of the Stack.
- Around Comics Ep. 056 - News and Reviews released on Mon, 12/04/2006 - 01:43
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 56
Around Comics debuts it's new format! In the first of two new episodes this week the panel goes over the weeks top headlines in Wire2Wire Comic Book News, and give there reviews and recommendations in Top of the Stack. Listen in as Chris, Sal, Tom and guest John Siuntres talk about the week in comic books. This week's recommendations include Green Lantern, The Immortal Iron Fist, Captain America and Hip Flask. Come back on Thursday for a round table discussion on digital distribution with special guest Chris Crank.
- Around Comics Ep. 057 - Digital Distribution released on Thu, 12/07/2006 - 03:43
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 57
Digital distribution is one of the hot button topics in the fast paced ever changing world of comics and technology. Still in it's infancy, digital distribution has for the most part been another word for comic book piracy, but things are changing. This week we talk with Chris Crank of Devil's Due Publishing about a new venture. It's called Pullboxonline.com and it is an online store that sells digital versions of comics. We discuss the pros and cons of digital comics and where we think the industry is headed.
- Around Comics Ep. 058 - News and Reviews released on Mon, 12/11/2006 - 02:54
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 58
The panel goes over the weeks top headlines in Wire2Wire Comic Book News, and give there reviews and recommendations in Top of the Stack. Listen in as Chris, Sal, Tom and guests John Siuntres and Mike Norton talk about the week in comic books. Recommendations include Superman Confidential, Detective Comics, Welcome To Tranquility and Jonah Hex . Come back on Thursday for a discussion with Jason Aaron, the author of The Other Side from Vetigo..- Around Comics Ep. 059 - Jason Aaron released on Thu, 12/14/2006 - 04:32
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 59
Around Comics goes to "The Other Side" with author Jason Aaron. Jason discusses his intense series about two opposing soldiers in Vietnam and his personal ties to the war. Heavily researched both in it's art and writing, The Other Side is a grim and shocking look at the horrors of war. Jason also talks about his other project at Vertigo, Scalped. Due to hit stores this January.
- Around Comics Ep. 060 - News and Reviews released on Mon, 12/18/2006 - 02:15
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 60
The panel goes over the top headlines in Wire2Wire Comic
Book News and give our Top of the Stack recommendations. The light news week gives us
more time to dig deeper into the weeks new releases and debate what the panel
like and disliked. Listen in as Chris, Sal, Tom and guest Dave Wachter talk
about several books including The Spirit, The Red Prophet, Fear Agent, JLA and
more. Come back on Thursday for our interview with comic book legend Gene
Colan.
- Around Comics Ep. 061 - Gene Colan released on Thu, 12/21/2006 - 03:33
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 61
Gene Colan has helped define some of comics most cherished characters and
properties. Whether you know his work from Iron-Man, Captain America, Howard the
Duck, Dr. Strange, Tomb of Dracula, Daredevil or countless others, his style and
skill are unmistakable. Around Comics welcomes one of the true legends in comics
for a discussion about his life and career. From his time serving in World War
II to his upcoming Captain America project with Ed Brubaker, we cover all the
bases with "Gentleman" Gene Colan.- Around Comics Ep. 062 - The Last Christmas Special pt. I released on Mon, 12/25/2006 - 06:49
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 62
The Last Christmas Special. Gerry Duggan, Brian Posehn and
Hillary Barta join us for this hilarious Christmas show. We talk about their irreverent
series The Last Christmas, their own special Holliday stories, Brian's balls,
dog vomit, Jerry Lewis and more. Don't miss a second of this very heartwarming,
ad bowel-loosening and special episode.
- Around Comics Ep. 063 - The Last Christmas Special pt. II released on Thu, 12/28/2006 - 05:21
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 63
The Last Christmas Special continues with comic book creator Hilary Barta. The panel discusses Hilary's career which includes work on such titles as Plastic Man, Nexus, American Splendor, Hellboy Junior, Tom Strong, Tomorrow Stories and many many more. Hilary has worked as a writer, inker, penciler and cover artist for almost 25 years. John Siuntres joins the panel for a quick look at the weeks books in our last edition of Top of the Stack for the year. Make sure to tune in next week as we take a look back on 2006 in our Year in Review.
Happy Holidays!
- Around Comics Ep. 064 - 2006 Year in Review released on Mon, 01/01/2007 - 22:26
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 64
2006 - The Year in News. The panel welcomes John Siuntres and Mike
Norton as Tom takes the rest of the year off. We go over the top news headlines
of 2006. Listen in as we comment on some of the biggest announcements that did
and didn't happen this past year. Civil War, 52, Iron Man the movie, Dark Horse
turns 20 and much much more. Make sure to come back Thursday when we discuss our
favorite comics and comic creators of 2006. Happy New Year!- Around Comics Ep. 065 - 2006 Year in Review: Our Favorites released on Thu, 01/04/2007 - 04:37
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 65
The Around Comics 2006 Year in Review continues with our top picks of the
past 12 months. Mark Beatty and John Siuntres join us as we discuss our favorite
series, single issues, writers, artists, publisher of the year and what we're
looking forward to in 2007. 2006 was a fantastic year in comics. Thank you from
the entire crew at Around Comics for helping to make it a year we'll never
forget!
- Around Comics Ep. 066 - News and Reviews released on Mon, 01/08/2007 - 02:38
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 66
The first Wire2Wire News and Top of the Stack show of 2007. The top news
stories include new collections for Crossgen, Transformers movie and comics
updates, Stan Lee and Joe Quesada's Marvel: Then and Now, and Tom explains why
God hates Marvel. Top of the Stack includes reviews of All-Star Superman,
Scalped, Casualties of War: Civil War and more. Hilary Barta stops by and
confuses Chris, Sal, Tom and John with questions about the Teenage Mutant Ninja
Turtles.
Don't forget to listen in on Thursday's episode for a discussion with
comics great Steve Rude!
- Around Comics Ep. 067 - Steve Rude released on Thu, 01/11/2007 - 03:32
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 67
Steve Rude joins us for a conversation about his career and the newly formed
Rude Dude Productions. The creator of The Moth and co-creator of the
groundbreaking series Nexus discusses how his new production company will bring
both of those titles back to comics in 2007. Steve talks about his influences
and how important passing on knowledge is to him as a teacher and mentor. What
life changing impact did Bruce Lee have on his life? Listen in to find out that
and more about one of the most talented creators of the past 25 years.
- Aeound Comics Ep. 068 - News and Reviews released on Mon, 01/15/2007 - 02:36
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 68
Around Comics takes a look back on the previous week's news and new comic book releases. John Siuntres and listener Jay Scarsy join the panel to discuss top headlines such as the return of Tank Girl, the new Black Coat series, Alan Moore and the Black Dossier, New York Comic Con programing and Comic Shop Payola. Book reviews include Phonogram, Green Lantern Corps, Agents of Atlas, Hyperion Vs Nighthawk, JSA and more.- Around Comics Ep. 069 - Comics 101: EC Comics released on Thu, 01/18/2007 - 05:10
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 69
Comics 101 - EC Comics
Entertaining Comics or as they were more commonly known, EC Comics were the
most groundbreaking and industry changing comics of their or maybe any other
era. The list of creators that worked for EC are a comic historian's Who's Who
of sequential art legends. In this comics 101 edition of Around Comics, we take
a step-by-step look at the history of EC Comics. With the help of comics veteran
Hilary Barta we discuss the lasting mark that the company and it's creators left
on the comic book industry.
- Around Comics Ep. 071 - News and Reviews released on Mon, 02/05/2007 - 04:14
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 71
Join us for a recap of news from the world of comic books including, DC's World War III, The Boys cancelation, Free Comic Book Day, Stephen Colbert's Tek Jansen, Whiteout the movie, new Alan Moore projects and much more. The panel goes over our Top of the Stack picks and make a big announcement about the New York Comic Con.
Special guests include John Siuntres and Mike Norton. Make sure to tune in on Thursday for our conversation with creator Jeffrey Brown.
- Around Comics Ep. 070 - Russ Cochran released on Wed, 01/31/2007 - 19:22
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 70
Around Comics welcomes Russ Cochran. EC Comics were the most groundbreaking and
industry changing comics of their or maybe any other era. Without the efforts of
one man, the EC library may have been lost and all but forgotten. This
university physics professor turned comics vanguard has preserved and protected
the legacy of EC Comics for new generations to enjoy. Join us for this
informative and entertaining conversation with the man who for over thirty years
has kept the EC fire alive. For brief history and discussion about EC, don't
forget to list to Around Comics Episode 69, EC Comics 101 with special guest
Hilary Barta.- Around Comics Ep. 072 - Jeffrey Brown released on Wed, 02/07/2007 - 21:46
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 72
Around Comics welcomes alternative comics creator Jeffrey Brown. Jeffrey Brown is a comic book writer and artist originally from Grand Rapids, Michigan, but we're lucky enough that he now calls Chicago home. Of course if you read the autobiographical works of Jeffrey Brown you already know that. Join us as we have a conversation about Jeffrey's Grand Rapids roots, his time in art school, his relationship inspired works, and how he's changing as an artist and writer. Around Comics takes a look at the other side of comics with one of the industry's most poignant and unique talents.
- Around Comics Ep. 073 - News and Reviews released on Mon, 02/12/2007 - 05:24
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 73
Join us for a recap of news from the world of comic books including, Wonder Woman and Flash movie updates, Rude Dude Productions, Caliber Comics goes digital, The Boys move to Dynamite and more. The panel gives their Top of the Stack recommendations including The Dark Tower, Fell, Jeff Smith's SHAZAM and several others. Make sure to tune in on Thursday for our conversation with creator Cullen Bunn.
- Around Comics Ep. 074 - Cullen Bunn released on Thu, 02/15/2007 - 04:18
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 74
Around Comics welcomes writer Cullen Bunn. 2006
saw the debut of one our favorite new series, Cullen Bunn and Brian Hurtt's THE
DAMNED. Cullen discusses the pitfalls of writing a book with not one but two
genres, crime and horror. What does the future hold for THE DAMNED and it's
diverse cast of thugs, demons, dames and antihero protagonist? Listen and find
out. Stephanie Mangold checks in with her first report on the world of Manga
and then we wrap up with some fun comic talk and listener e-mails. - Around Comics Ep. 179 - James Kochalka released on Wed, 04/02/2008 - 19:50
Join Professor Jeremy Mullins and some of his graduate students from the Savannah College of Art & Design as they talk to indie and journal comics legend James Kochalka! The crew gets Kochalka to talk about his process and his views on comics in addition to writing and singing a brand new song, live, right on on the spot! Make sure to download this their final, yet epic, fill-in feature.
Remember to check back at the end of April for all new episodes of Around Comics from the Chicago crew. Thanks to everyone at SCAD for keeping the podways filled with comic talk!- Around Comics Ep. 178 - S.C.A.D. Attacks released on Fri, 03/14/2008 - 18:31
The SCADs are back. Join Professor Jeremy Mullins and some of his graduate students from the Savannah College of Art & Design as they cover some of the top headlines in the world of comic book news and give their recommendations in Top of the Stack. Listen in as Jeremy recounts his rollerblade and homeless horror stories, a dramatic reading of one of comics up-and-coming writers, and much much more.- Around Comics Ep. 177 - Cameron Stewart released on Thu, 03/06/2008 - 00:35
The crew from the Savannah College of Art & Design continue their stint as star fill-in artists. This week they talk with artist Cameron Stewart about a wide variety of topics. Find out Stewart's amazing story of how Grant Morrison helped him break into the industry. What is the approach he takes when starting a new project? What are the differences between working with Ed Brubaker, Grant Morrison and Jason Aaron? How do you get a gig doing art for a Canadian teen pop star? Find out the answers to these questions and more as the SCAD crew saves us from another week of Around Comics silence.- Around Comics Ep. 176 - S.C.A.D. Scabs released on Wed, 02/27/2008 - 16:28
On this special-guest episode, join Professor Jeremy Mullins and some of his graduate students from the Savannah College of Art & Design as they break it down old-school to give us a very Bizarro-world rendition of Around Comics. Listen in as the roundtable takes us in the wayback machine and does their best AC impression. First they check in with Wire2Wire Comic Book News for the recent comic headlines. Then the panel goes over their Top of the Stack picks. Finally they wrap things up with a few listener emails.
- Around Comics Ep. 175 - The Club: Feb 2008 released on Thu, 02/21/2008 - 03:46
On our final Club Episode for awhile, our heroes Chris, Sal and Tom discuss Sal's picks. First up they talk about the CD 'Static Age' by The Misfits and how it should have been better remembered. Then the guys get into the movie - SLC Punk! Everybody loved the film and we talk at length to its charms. Finally, we finish up with Dave Gibbons 'The Originals'.
- Around Comics Ep. 174 - Old & Busted released on Thu, 02/14/2008 - 14:51
On another ad-hoc episode, our heroes Tom, Skottie and Sal have no idea what they are going to talk about, yet somehow they do it for over an hour anyway, First up, we discuss Top of the Stack picks including Northlanders #3, Popgun Vol. 1, Josh Howard's Sasquatch Anthology, and Skottie talks about Jumpers and Tunnels (big boy books). Meanwhile...we turn Brian Wood gay, Skottie announces his return to the Southern Hotness, we bitch about the horrible winter conditions in Chicago, we finally admit to the world that Skottie has been controlling us with his mind. We also read some emails that bring up various topics including british accents, Lost, Oz, New X-Men, Messiah Complex, Canadian Cuisine, One More Day fallout, we get confused by math, and a reappearance of the Wisconsin Werewolves.- Around Comics Ep. 173 - Spillover released on Thu, 02/07/2008 - 16:26
On this spill-over episode Sal cuts together some clips from a previous recording sessions. First up, the crew gets hungry as Sal invents the next great redneck snack food, Skottie introduces us to Cowboy Cool-Beans, we discuss Chicago's utter lack of good seafood, we insult Canada...again, especially the pizza, Chris grosses us out with his favorite sandwich and other culinary delights. Later, Skottie spews forth his hatred of comic book trailers, we watch the Doomsday trailer and try and determine if it's supposed to be a joke, Tom gets even more disappointed with the History Channel, we talk about Cloverfield, we talk about Heath Ledger, Amy Winehouse and other celebrities, and finish up with Chris' Direct TV nightmare.- Around Comics Ep. 172 - Rick Remender Returns released on Mon, 02/04/2008 - 22:15
Around Comics welcomes Rick Remender. The multi-talented creator of Fear Agent, Strange Girl, Sea of Red, Sorrow, The End League and more talks about his past and ongoing projects. The Quiet! Panelologists At Work continue their A to Z of British comics and Jeremy Mullins returns with a new web comics recommendation. Tom Katers take a call from a listener about sidekicks in this week's Answer Man segment, and we get you ready for the week ahead with new collected and single issue releases.
Timestamp:
03:26 - Rick Remender
44:42 - A to Z British Comics - http://panelologists.com/
52:10 - Answer Man
01:00:44 - Web Comics
52:19 - Gerry Duggan
01:03:55 - New Collected Releases - http://www.collectedcomicslibrary.com/
01:10:36 - New Single Issue Releases
- Around Comics Ep. 171 - Cat Bites Dog released on Thu, 01/31/2008 - 15:04
This week, on another roundtable, our heroes Chris, Tom, Sal and Skottie, jump the Rio Grande and get in some trouble. On Part I of this extra-long roundtable, the panel discusses their top of the stack picks including Alice in Sunderland by Bryan Talbot, Fell Vol. 1, Punisher Max Vol. 1, Nextwave: Agents of HATE Vol. 1, and Superman Confidential #11. Meanwhile...we talk a little bit about Skottie's X-Men project, driving and fighting bobcats, why we own pitbulls, if Absinthe without mercury is worth drinking, how Wendy's makes no sense, why Chris loves Manga, punching Akira with a fistful of liberty, the history of the McDonald's characters, and we finish up with some emails. Don't forget to check back next week to hear part II of this episode.- Around Comics Ep. 170 - Eric Powell, Gerry Duggan & more. released on Mon, 01/28/2008 - 16:02
Around Comics welcomes Eric Powell, the creator of The Goon. Join us for a conversation about his new graphic novel, dog attacks and knives to the eye. Later in the program we catch up with Gerry Duggan to talk about the WGA strike and his new project with Phil Noto called The Infinite Horizon. The Quiet! Panelologists At Work continue their A to Z of British comics and Jeremy Mullins fights through a cold to tell us about a new web comics find. Tom Katers takes calls from listeners and explains some of the long history of The Legion. Will Pfeifer talks DVDs and we get you ready for the week ahead with new collected and single issue releases.
Timestamp:
02:07 - Eric Powell
28:24 - A to Z British Comics - http://panelologists.com/
33:23 - Web Comics - http://www.lucid-tv.com/
37:45 - Answer Man
49:04 - Will Pfeifer on DVDs
52:19 - Gerry Duggan
01:22:29 - New Collected Releases - http://www.collectedcomicslibrary.com/
01:27:08 - New Single Issue Releases
- Around Comics Ep. 169 - One Jack Off released on Thu, 01/24/2008 - 15:29
On a three-wheeled show, our heroes Chris, Sal and Skottie lament the absence of Tom, but soldier on. First up, things get weird as Sal takes over the show and makes Chris choose only one Top of the Stack pick. He chose Resurrection #01, while Skottie talked Punisher Max Vol. 1 HC, and Sal talks the Madrox HC.
Meanwhile...we talk a little X-Men Messiah Complex, whose New X-Men are better Chris Bachalo's or Skottie's, whether comic book publishers should be held accountable by retailers, internet download taxes, Quebecor's woes, the naked Wonder Woman tragedy, Mac Keynote announcements, Comanche Moon, more Steve Zahn love, more The Wire love, we rip on every other major city in America and finish up talking a little about Skottie's upcoming project.- Around Comics Ep. 168 - Mark Sable & Robbi Rodriguez released on Mon, 01/21/2008 - 15:33
Around Comics welcomes the creative team of Image Comics new original graphic novel Hazed. Writer Mark Sable and artist Robbi Rodriguez have created a dark and humorous tale of college societies in the vein of Heathers and Mean Girls that is full of bulimic goodness. Sal goes over the past week's top stories in Wire 2 Wire Comics News, The Quiet! Panelologists At Work continue their A to Z of British comics and Jeremy Mullins tells us about a Web Comic from one of our favorite artists. Despite the Packers lose,Tom Katers is back as the Answer Man to shed some light on the magic of Green Lantern. Will Pfeifer talks DVDs and we get you ready for the week ahead with new collected and single issue releases.
Timestamp:
02:17 - Wire2Wire Comics News
08:34 - Mark Sable and Robbi Rodriguez
42:17 - A to Z British Comics - http://panelologists.com/
48:31 - Web Comics - http://www.transmission-x.com/
52:58 - Answer Man with Tom Katers
59:41 - Will Pfeifer on DVDs
01:03:00 - New Collected Releases - http://www.collectedcomicslibrary.com/
01:18:14 - New Single Issue Releases
- Around Comics Ep. 167 - Mobius Strip released on Thu, 01/17/2008 - 14:51
This week, our heroes Chris, Tom, Skottie nd Sal get caught in a mobius strip. First up, in Top of the Stack we talk First in Space, Astronaut Dad #01, The Escapists Hardcover, The Goon #20, The Twelve #01, Shadowpact vol. #01 and The End League #01. Meanwhile...We hear a little from John Siuntres, we find out the winners and losers from the new years resolution competition, comic book tattoos, the silliness of burning comics, Brand New Day, the soft reboot of Marvel, we make fun of Chris' new segment 'Books of Note', why we hate ourselves for liking Dexter, why The Wire hasn't won an Emmy, The History of Rock N' Roll documentary, E-book readers, Robert Heinlein's Starship Troopers, why the Discovery Channel believes in Bigfoot and why Tom hates them for it, and we finish up talking about Chris' new 70's-crappy-movie fascination and a few emails.
- Around Comics Ep. 166 - B. Clay Moore and Seth Peck released on Mon, 01/14/2008 - 15:58
Around Comics welcomes the writing team of the new Image
series 76. B Clay Moore and Seth Peck give us insight into the Double Feature
style comic that breaks out the bell bottoms and muscle cars in 1976 New York and LA. We
cover Clay and Seth's other works including Hawaiian Dick, Superman
Confidential, JSA Classified and Sorrow. Sal goes over the past week's top
stories in Wire 2 Wire Comics News, The Quiet! Panelologists At Work continue
their A to Z of British comics and Jeremy Mullins has a Web Comic suggestion
that would make your Mom question her parenting skills. Tom Katers is back as the Answer Man, Will
Pfeifer talks DVDs, John Mayo looks inside Diamonds top 300 and we get you
ready for the week ahead with new collected and single issue releases.
Timestamp:
03:26 - Wire2Wire Comics News
10:47 - B. Clay Moore and Seth Peck
01:08:09 - A to Z British Comics - http://panelologists.com/
01:13:51 - Answer Man
01:23:59 - John Mayo Market Report
01:28:11 - Web Comics - http://www.whiteninjacomics.com/
01:32:02 - Will Pfeifer on DVDs
01:34:41 - New Collected Releases - http://www.collectedcomicslibrary.com/
01:40:33 - New Single Issue Releases
- Around Comics Ep. 165 - Dec. Club Discussion released on Thu, 01/10/2008 - 15:15
On
this month's "The Clubâ Episode, our heroes go over Tom's picks. Tom, Chris, Sal
and Skottie discuss the pros and cons of the Badly Drawn Boy CD, Hour of the
Bewilderbeast. Find out if it was too pussy for Skottie, and why Sensitive Tom
loved it. Next listen in as we discuss the collected edition of âWE3â from
Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely, and find out which one of us cried at the
end. Then the boys go over the comedy âSafe Menâ starring Paul Giamatti, Sam
Rockwell and Steve Zahn. Finally, we
wrap things up with listener voicemails, emails and a few announcements.
- Around Comics Ep. 164 - Jay Faerber released on Mon, 01/07/2008 - 15:53
Around
Comics welcomes the writer of Noble Causes and Dynamo 5. Listen in to find out
about the Soap Opera meets Super Powers world that Jay has created and how much
fun comics can be when you don't have to keep up with mega events. Jay also has
a relatively new series called Dynamo 5 on stands and we dive into the world of
the five teenagers with the shared powers of their dead father Captain Dynamo.
Long time Noble Causes fans get a sneak peak of the 5 years later jumping on
point due in March. Sal goes over the past week's top stories in Wire 2 Wire
Comics News, The Quiet! Panelologists At Work continue their A to Z of British
comics and Jeremy Mullins has a Web Comic suggestion sure to bring out your
inner Super F**ker. Tom Katers is back
as the Answer Man, Will Pfeifer talks DVDs, Jarrett Willaims has a new Manga
recommendation and we get you ready for the week ahead with new collected and
single issue releases.
Timestamp:
02:20 - Wire2Wire Comics News
08:59
- Jay Faerber
48:30 - A to Z British Comics
54:20
- Answer Man
01:03:38
- Web Comics - http://www.americanelf.com/
01:06:45
- Will Pfeifer on DVDs
01:09:43
- Jarret Williams on Manga
01:12:58
- New Collected Releases
01:18:41
- New Single Issue Releases
- Around Comics Ep. 163 - New Year with Ande Parks released on Thu, 01/03/2008 - 14:58
Our heroes start off the New Year with a visit from writer, inker and longtime freind of the program Ande Parks. Ande joins Chris, Sal and Skottie as we take a look at the year that was, and what we're looking forward to in 2008. We go over some of our favorite books from 2007 including Daredevil, Iron-Fist, The Spirit, Criminal, Green Lantern, and others, and talk with both Ande and Skottie about their favorite projects and what they are working on next. Later, we talk about what we'd like to see happen in 2008 and give our thoughts on how comics can improve.
Meanwhile...We find out what good stuff everyone got for Christmas, how to properly prepare a plate of cookies for Santa, what kids shows and toys are outlawed in the Parks household, Ande taste-tests various airplane bottles of booze, why Ande is very much like Prince, and more.
Happy New Year.- Around Comics Ep. 162 - Alex Ross released on Mon, 12/31/2007 - 14:55
Around Comics welcomes comics superstar Alex Ross. Listen in for details on new projects including SUPERPOWERS from Dynamite and the Avengers/Invaders series coming out from Marvel. Hear Alex's thoughts on characters like Green Lantern, Wally West, Batman, Aquaman and more. Find out what goes into designing and redesigning classic golden age costumes, and why Challenge of the Superfriends is still cool. Sal keeps us up to date in Wire2Wire Comics News and the Quiet! Panelologists At Work chaps continue their A to Z of British comics. Jeremy Mullins covers Web comics and Will Pfeiffer runs down his top DVDs of 2007. Tom's Answer Man segment clears up some past questions then tackles Constantine. We also get you ready for the week ahead with new collected and single issue releases.
Happy New Year!
Timestamp:
02:28 - Alex Ross
47:14 - Wire2Wire Comics News
52:58 - Answer Man
59:29 - A to Z British Comics - http://panelologists.com/
01:03:28 - Pfeifer on DVDs - http://willpfeifer.com/
01:07:14 - Web Comics - http://www.drewweing.com/
01:10:08 - New Collected Releases - http://www.collectedcomicslibrary.com/
01:14:33 - New Single Issue Releases- Around Comics Ep. 161 - Holiday Hangover released on Fri, 12/28/2007 - 14:52
This week, our Heroes of the Holidays Tom, Skottie, Sal, Chris, Norton and Hank get together to spread some cheer. We're full of the Christmas Spirit, and a bunch of small bottles of booze. In Top of the Stack, Chris leads us on a marathon of Stackables, including The Trial of Captain Sweeto and Other Stories: A Collection of the Comic Strips of the Perry Bible Fellowship, The Overman #1, The Goon: Chinatown, Green Lantern #25, Popgun Vol. 1, and The Infinite Horizon #1.
Meanwhile...We find all the reasons why Sal has not finished reading I Am Legend, how old Tom's girlfriend really is, how The Golden Compass turned Skottie into a Baby Jesus Killer, whether or not Nick Hornby can write skaters and why Tony Hawk is not relevant, how a sixteen year old may react to getting a girl pregnant, the War of Iraqi Aggression and Sal's defense of liberty, we give thanks for the cards and gifts we received, we call Braxton to wish him well, and we finish off the show by reading emails.- Around Comics Christmas Special released on Tue, 12/25/2007 - 08:55
A Comics Christmas Carol
The Around Comics Players present a modern interpretation of the classic Charles Dickens tale. Join us as we tell the tae of old Skottie McScrooge as he encounters the Ghosts of Comics Past, Present and Future on the road to salvation.
A Comics Christmas Carol
With apologies to Charles Dickens
Presented by the Around Comics Players
Chris Neseman, Thomas Katers, Skottie Young, Mike Norton, Mark Beatty, Dave Wachter, Hank the Tank, Casey McCauley and Sal.
Happy Holidays to all!
- Around Comics Ep. 160 - Roy Thomas pt. II released on Mon, 12/24/2007 - 08:46
Around Comics - The Comic Book Culture Podcast Ep. 160
Our Month of Heroes with The Comics Podcast Network and The Hero Initiative concludes with part 2 of our conversation with Roy Thomas. Tom and Chris talk with the comics legend about X-Men, Invaders, Anthem and much more. The Quiet! Panelologists At Work continue their A to Z of British comics. Jeremy Mullins has a Web Comic suggestion sure to get you in trouble and Tom's Answer Man segment takes a swing at US Agent. We also get you ready for the week ahead with new collected and single issue releases.
Timestamp:
04:01 - Roy Thomas
25:03 - Wire2Wire Comics News
30:53 - A to Z British Comics - http://panelologists.com/
36:37 - Web Comics - http://www.nowheregirl.com/
40:19 - John Mayo Trades Report - http://www.comicbookpage.com/
43:36 - Answer Man
48:54 - New Collected Releases - http://www.collectedcomicslibrary.com/
53:25 - New Single Issue Releases
HAPPY HOLIDAYS!
REMEMBER TO CHECK BACK TOMORROW.
- Around Comics Ep. 159 - Roy Thomas pt. I released on Mon, 12/17/2007 - 15:01
Around Comics - The Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 159
Our Month of Heroes with The Comics Podcast Network and The Hero Initiative continues with part 1 of our conversation with Roy Thomas. Tom and Chris talk with the comics legend about fandom, comics history, Crisis, the early years at Marvel and more. Sal keeps us up to date in Wire2Wire Comics News and the Quiet! Panelologists At Work continue their A to Z of British comics. Jeremy Mullins and Will Pfeiffer have Web Comic and DVD suggestions. Tom's Answer Man segment welcomes a special guest with lots of questions about The Flash and social justice. We also get you ready for the week ahead with new collected and single issue releases.
Timestamp:
03:51 - Roy Thomas
25:03 - Wire2Wire Comics News
31:37 - Web Comics - http://www.nowheregirl.com/
36:22 - A to Z British Comics - http://panelologists.com/
40:42 - Answer Man
47:48 - Pfeifer on DVDs - http://willpfeifer.com/
50:18 - New Collected Releases - http://www.collectedcomicslibrary.com/
56:30 - New Single Issue Releases
- Around Comics Ep. 158 - The Club Nov. 2007 released on Thu, 12/13/2007 - 15:01
Around Comics - The Comic Book Culture Podcast - Ep. 158 - The Club
This week, our heroes Chris, Tom, Sal and Skotte discuss the Club pics from November. First up, they battle the southern fried freaks from Drive-By-Truckers two-disc CD "Southern Rock Opera". One of Chris'favorite discs takes a bit of a southern beat-down for it's mixed message and country roots. Next up, Guermo Del Toro's Spanish horror flick "The Devil's Backbone" get's it's backside buttered up. Creepy, touching, dramatic and entertaining, an overall entertaining film. Lastly, Ed Brubaker's Wildstorm murder
mystery "Point Blank" takes a few shots but recovers quickly. We finish up with a couple of voicemails, a few shoutouts and announcement, and Tom's picks for December Club.
- Around Comics Ep. 157 - Denny O'Neil pt. II released on Mon, 12/10/2007 - 15:22
The Month of Heroes with The Comics Podcast Network and The Hero Initiative continues with part 2 of our conversation with Denny O'Neil. Among other things, Denny talks about redefining the character of Batman and his years as a group editor at DC. Last week Greg Rucka announced he was not renewing his exclusive with DC. We talk with the writer to find out exactly what that means,and what we can expect from his current and future projects. The Quiet! Panelologists At Work continue their a to Z of British comics. Jeremy Mullins and Will Pfeiffer have Web Comic and DVD suggestions. Tom's Answer Man segment goes over his favorite Gorilla comics, and John Mayo gets inside the numbers of Diamonds top 300.
Timestamp:
02:15 - Denny O'Neil
28:53 - New Releases
42:12 - Greg Rucka
54:42 - Mayo Report
58:16 - A to Z British Comics
1:01:58 - Web Comics - http://spoilerium.com/animalcrossing.jpg<
1:06:37 - Answer Man
1:10:54 - Pfeifer on DVDs- Around Comics Ep. 156 - Unhealthy Thinking released on Thu, 12/06/2007 - 15:47
AroundComics.com Comic Book Culture Podcast Ep. 156
This week
our heroes Tom, Skottie and Sal take on Fear Agent #17, Brave and the Bold #8,
Punisher War Jounal #13, ProjectX Challengers: Cup O' Noodles, Hawaiian Dick:
Screaming Black Thunder #1, and Showcase Presents: The Unknown Soldier and why
the U.S. Army has fought dinosaurs so often. Meanwhile...The Life and Death of
Evel Knievel, how creepy teenage
super-heroes really are, why everyone in comics is so ripped, The Year of The Yao, Michael Moore, Sicko,
Socialized Medicine, which HD channel the revolution will be televised on, why
we're all moving to Canada, how to fight mutant motorcycle gangs, and a bunch
of listener emails.
Music by
A.F.I., The Killers and Monster Magnet.
- Around Comics Ep. 155 - Denny O'Neil released on Mon, 12/03/2007 - 16:11
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 155
The
Month of Heroes with The Comics Podcast Network and The Hero Initiative
continues with Denny O'Neil. Join us for the first part of a conversation with
one of comics most influential writers and editors. Stay informed on industry
events with Wire 2 Wire Comic Book News and get ready for the week ahead with
new releases. We introduce a new segment from across the pond. Jeremy Mullins
and Will Pfeiffer have Web Comic and DVD suggestions as well as Tom's Answer
Man segment on every incarnation of The Flash.
Timestamp:
03:02
- Denny O'Neil
33:30
- Wire 2 Wire Comic
Book News
42:44
- New Releases
55:11
- A to Z British Comics
1:00:19
- Web Comics - http://toothpastefordinner.com/
1:02:44
- Answer Man
1:11:04
- Pfeifer on DVDs
- Around Comics Ep. 154 - Brian Pulido released on Mon, 11/26/2007 - 15:20
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 154 - Brian Pulido
This week kicks off our Month of Heroes with The Comics Podcast Network and The Hero Initiative. Join creators Tim Seeley and Brian Pulido as they discuss genre comics, the comics industry and veteran creators. Stay informed on industry events with Wire 2 Wire Comic Book News and get ready for the week ahead with new releases. Jeremy Mullins and Will Pfeiffer have Web Comic and DVD suggestions as well as Tom's Answer Man segment on distribution.
Timestamp:
04:33 - Brian Pulido and Tim Seeley
39:27 - Wire 2 Wire Comic Book News
45:38 - New Releases
57:39 - Answer Man
1:03:21 - Web Comics www.kar2nist.livejournal.com
1:06:06 - Pfeifer on DVDs- Around Comics Ep. 153 - Gobble-Gobble! released on Thu, 11/22/2007 - 16:42
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 153
Our Heroes, Mike Norton, Skottie Young, Chris Neseman and Brian "Sal" Salazar, fight for your right to Wiki. Follow the powers of podcasting as they talk this week's Top of the Stack picks including Captain Marvel #1, House of M: Avengers #1, No Dominion: A Novel, Checkmate Vol. 1, League of Extraordinary Gentlemen: The Black Dossier, American Flagg, Tom Strong, Mage, Watchmen, The Circle #1 and whatever else comes to mind. Meanwhile...The forces of evil shudder at our stupidity as we discuss how to slice turkey with a lightsaber, if 616 is the Number of the Beast, why Wikipedia is stupid (except for Skottie's page), how Badger: Bull made Sal cry, why you should buy The All-New Atom #18, what t.v. shows we can't talk about because Tom"s not here, what shows are good to draw comics to, weird sleeping habits, prank calling Dan Buckley, Southland Tales, and Donnie Darko. Scribba-scrabble!
- Around Comics Ep. 152 - Jason Aaron released on Mon, 11/19/2007 - 15:43
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 152
Jason Aaron has been thrilling comics fans with his dark and flawed characters in series like The Other Side and Scalped. Now in addition to Scalped he's doing a run on Wolverine and taking over duties on Ghost Rider. Listen in to hear Jason's thoughts on Marvel's Spirit of Vengeance and more. Wire 2 Wire comic book news keeps you informed on industry happenings and we get you ready for the week ahead with new releases. Jeremy Mullins and Will Pfeiffer have Web Comic and DVD suggestions as well as Tom's Answer Man segment on Crossovers.
Timestamp:
02:33 - Jason Aaron
40:39 - Wire 2 Wire Comic Book News
48:53 - New Releases
56:55 - Hawkman's Journal
1:02:25 - Web Comics
1:06:42 - Answer Man
1:14:32 - Pfeifer on DVDs
- Around Comics Ep. 151 - Misery Loves Company released on Thu, 11/15/2007 - 15:02
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 151
This
week, our heroes Tom, Sal, Skottie and Mike bust an old-school move on your
asses. Chris is off this week, and yet, we still find time ridicule him. Top of
the Stack includes Jonah Hex #25, Checkmate Vol. 1, The Ride - The Key To
Survival #1, Already Dead by Charlie Huston, Project X Challengers - 7-11, and
Scott Pilgrim Vol. 1. Meanwhile, the gang discusses why Tom now hates 300, Zach
Snyder on Watchmen, Sin City's woes and other comic book movie talk, and a
bunch of talk about where we all grew up.
- Around Comics Ep. 150 - Darick Robertson, Steve Rude & More released on Mon, 11/12/2007 - 15:55
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 150
It's an extra sized 150th episode of Around Comics! This week we talk with artist Darick Robertson about his work on The Boys, The Exterminators, Wolverine and ...Space Beaver? Steve Rude drops by to talk about the relaunch of Nexus and getting Rude Dude Productions off the ground. Wire 2 Wire comic book news returns, we visit Tom's couch, and get you ready with this week's new releases. Jeremy Mullins and Will Pfeiffer have Web Comic and DVD suggestions as well. Thanks for helping us get to 150!
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03:53
- Darick Robertson
35:36
- New Releases
42:37
- Tom's Couch
54:41
- Web Comics
56:59
- Comic
Book News
1:03:28
- Steve Rude
1:17:18
- Pfeifer on DVDs
- Around Comics Ep. 149 - The Club released on Thu, 11/08/2007 - 14:50
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 149
On this episode, our heroes discuss the October Club Picks. Skottie had
the picks this month, and he chose Blast Tyrant by Clutch (CD), Open
Range starring Kevin Costner, Annette Benning and Robert Duvall (DVD),
and The Witching Hour from Jeph Loeb and Chris Bachalo (TPB). Chris,
Tom Sal, Skottie and Mike Norton break down all the good and bad, with
a few nuggets of edutainment thrown in. We also hear from Mario Muscar
and discuss the merits of Waterworld and The Posman. We wrap up the
episode with the tale of Skottie's vacation that almost didn"t happen
and next monthâs picks.
00:45 - Intro
06:06 - Clutch: Blast Tyrant
23:01 - Open Range
39:03 - The Witching Hour
1:05:16 - Mario Muscar Email
1:10:57 â Skottieâs Adventure
1:30:49 â November Picks
1:35:11 - Outro- Around Comics Ep. 148 - Douglas Wolk released on Mon, 11/05/2007 - 15:19
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 148
This week we talk with Douglas Wolk, the author of Reading Comics: How Graphic Novels Work and What They Mean. Find out what goes into being a comics critic and where the future of comics may be headed. We get you ready for the week ahead with new single issue, collected edition and DVD releases. Tom Katers is back as the Answer Man, Jeremy Mullins tells us about utternutsquash.net, John Mayo goes over the top 100 trades and Will Pfeifer talks new and old DVDs. All that and more!
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01:42 -Douglas Wolk
28:24 - New Releases
36:16 -Answer Man
42:33 - John Mayo on the Top 100 Trades
46:04 - Jeremy Mullins on Web Comics: Butternutsquash.net
50:16 - Pfeifer on DVDs
- Around Comics Ep. 147 - Skunk Ape Attacks released on Thu, 11/01/2007 - 13:50
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 147
On this
episode, our troublesome threesome of Chris, Tom and Sal talks comics. Lots of
comics, including Proof #1, Moon Knight #13, XXXombies #1, X-Men First Class
#5, She-Hulk #22, Green Arrow: Year One #6, Tales of the Sinestro Corps:
Superman Prime, The Sword #1, Gotham Underground #1 and why Batman can't be R
Rated. In our extended talk John Siuntres joins us to discuss Zuda.com
webcomics, my condolences to Brian Reed, Cryptozoology, Skunk Ape, Chuppacabra,
the horror that was Phenomenon, Get Carter and other tangents.
- Around Comics Ep. 146 - Spooktacular II released on Mon, 10/29/2007 - 15:24
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 146
This week we celebrate Halloween with a dramatic reading of a classic EC Tales From the Crypt tale. We get you ready for the week ahead with new single issue, collected edition and DVD releases. Tom Katers is back as the Answer Man and Darksied reads your e-mails. Regular segments include Jeremy Mullins on Web comics, John Mayo goes over the top 300 and Will Pfeifer talks new and old DVDs. All that and more!
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02:17 - Longbox Theatre Presents: Voodoo Death
12:16 - New Releases
20:06 - Web Comics
22:42 - Letters from the Darksied
28:00 - Pfeifer on DVDs
30:25 - Answer Man
37:55 - John Mayo on Sales and Market Trends
41:29 - Back to the Future Rap
46:58 - Manga Recommendations
51:16 - 24 Hour Comic Book Day
- Around Comics Ep. 145 - Things Get Scary released on Thu, 10/25/2007 - 14:03
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 145
On another roundtable episode, our heroes Tom, Sal, Chris and Skottie (he didn't leave for Colorado and decided to talk comics) talk Elephantmen #11, Jack of Fables #16, Booster Gold #2, The Waiting Place Vol. 1, why Sean McKeever is androgynous, how Tom's life was saved by Brett Farve and the Packers, The Umbrella Academy #2, Brave and the Bold #7, Suburban Glamour #1, I Killed Adolph Hitler and the difference between Anamorphic and Anthropomorphic during Top of the Stack. The rest of the episode includes talk about the cancellation of American Virgin, best wishes for Marie Severin, Hoverdiscs, Radiohead and the future of music, Amazon's music store, Kid Rock's stubbornness, Guitar Hero, Metallica, 30 Days of Night, 28 Weeks Later, Land of the Dead, Return of the Living Dead, the Nightmare on Elm Street franchise, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, The Hills Have Eyes, Saw, High Tension, Joy Ride, The Ring, The Blair Witch Project, Jaws, The Audition, Old Boy, Cal McDonald Mysteries, The Walking Dead, Haunted Houses, and other scary stuff.
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00:48 - Intro
05:53 - Top of the Stack
35:00 - American Virgin
38:45 - Hoverdiscs
42:15 - The future of music?
50:56 - Horror Movies
1:23:34 - Horror Comics
1:28:00- Outro
- Around Comics Ep. 144 - Christos Gage released on Mon, 10/22/2007 - 14:06
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 144
This week features a conversation with writer Christos Gage. We get you ready for the week ahead with new single issue, collected edition and DVD releases. Tom Katers talks continuity and Skottie drops an audio A-Bomb for this week's rant. Jeremy Mullins on Web comics, John Mayo goes over the top 100 trades and Will
Pfeifer talks new and old DVDs.
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01:56 - Christos Gage
26:22 - New Collected Editions
29:57 - New Single Issue Releases
33:51 - Answer Man
41:46 - Mayo Market Report
45:17 - Mullins on Web Comics
48:37 - Pfeifer on DVDs
51:34 - Skottie's Rant
- Around Comics Ep. 143 - Top of the Stack and more released on Thu, 10/18/2007 - 14:06
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 143
The
triumphant return of Top of the Stack. Our heroes discuss The Exterminators,
Dynamo 5, Wonder Woman Annual #1, Goldfish, Eduardo Risso's Tales of Terror,
and Black Summer #3. In the extended talk we also discuss little people,
creators working outside their wheelhouse, Stan Lee's Religious cult, Freaks
and Geeks, I love you Beth Cooper, High School crimes, Christian Bale, American
Psycho, Say Anything, where Skottie would take John Cusack on a date, Vince
Vaughn, Chevy Chase, stand up comics, Kid Nation, Survivorman, Reality T.V.,
What Not To Wear, The Swan and more.
- Around Comics Ep. 142 - Zeb Wells and more. released on Mon, 10/15/2007 - 14:29
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 142
This week features a conversation with Spider-Man scribe Zeb
Wells. We get you ready for the week ahead with new single issue, collected edition and DVD releases. Tom Katers talks Hawkman and Skottie's epic Smallville rant concludes. Jeremy Mullins and Jarrett Williams give their Web Comic and Manga picks and John Mayo reports on Diamond's top 300.
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01:56 - Zeb Wells
26:07 - New Single Issue Releases
30:40 - New Collected Editions
33:50 - Answer Man
45:07 - Mayo Market Report
48:00 - Mullins on Web Comics
50:55 - Manga pick of the week
53:46 - Skottie's Smallville Rant: Part III | 58:57 - Pfeifer on DVDs
- Around Comics Ep. 141 - 24 Hour Podcast Highlights released on Thu, 10/11/2007 - 13:56
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 141
In this episode, our heroes take part in the 24 Hour Comic Book Podcast. We take a look back at the day that was. First up, Crank, Sal, Norton & Siuntres talk to Chris Moreno about what he's working on, how much he loves ninjas, and short, obscene robots with guns. Later, Skottie, Sal, Tom, Dave Wachter, Mike Norton, Chris Taber, and Casey get into Movie. Then a surprise visit from Avengers
scribe Brian Michael Bendis. We finish off the show with a special tribute to insanity. Don"t miss the highlights and lowlights from this historic event.
- Around Comics Ep. 140 - Chris Staros, webcomics, reviews and more. released on Mon, 10/08/2007 - 18:55
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 140
This week we get you ready for new releases, talk with Top Shelf Publisher Chris Staros, get Web Comic and Manga suggestions, Tom explains the Spider baby, Skottie continues his rant about Smallville and Sal goes on a quest to find meaning in a quote from Scalped.
Introductions - 1:03
New Releases - 2:48
Chris Staros Interview - 11:03
Web Comics - 31:31
Answer Man - 33:18
Manga - 39:58
Skottie's Smallville Rant Part II - 42:51
Pfeifer on DVDs - 50:14
Sal on Kahn - 53:45
End Announcements - 1:03:02- Around Comics Ep. 139 - The Goddamn Roundtable released on Thu, 10/04/2007 - 13:50
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 139
All new, all the same. Join Chris, Sal, Skottie and Chris Marshall from Collected Comics Library on the first all-new Around Comics Roundtable. We've opened things up a bit so we could stretch our legs. This episode includes Club of the Month Club explanation and contest, as well as discussions on All-Star Batman and Robin the Boy Wonder # 7, Batman #669, 100 bullets, how much Brian Azzarello squats, Batman Broken City, JLA #13, Immortal Iron-Fist #9 and Annual #1, Mad Magazine, The Escapist, Howard Chaykin, Bionic Woman, Buffy, X-Files, Friends, Sarah Conner Chronicles, Journeyman, Dead Like Me, Weeds, Dazed and Confused, Ben Affleck's new teeth, Brothers and Sisters, Marc Guggenheim, The Unit, Jamie Foxx, Steve Zahn, Tom Hanks, Robin Williams, Rain On Me, playing Clue and Pictionary, Why E.T. is coming to get Skottie and more. Wheew. Had enough yet?
- Around Comics Ep. 138 - The New Revolution released on Mon, 10/01/2007 - 14:47
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 138
Welcome to the new Monday edition of Around Comics! Join Chris, Tom and Skottie as they guide you through an hour of comics and comics culture reviews, information and opinions. Rick Remender and Tony Moore talk with us about Fear Agent, we go over new releases for the week, Tom Katers answers your comic questions in the Answer Man, Will Pfeifer talks DVDs, Skottie rants about Smallville and more.
00:00 - Introductions
05:24 - Rick Remender and Tony Moore
19:29 - New Releases
30:42 - Web comics
34:24 - Comic Shop Rock
36:46 - Answer Man with Tom Katers
41:47 - Classic Comic Color Restoration
49:20 - Skottie's Rant about Smallville
53:56 - Pfeifer on DVDs- Around Comics Ep. 137 - The End? Not Really released on Thu, 09/27/2007 - 14:11
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 137
The End? Not really, but as we prepare for the new Around Comics we take one more leap into the e-mail bag. There are lots of interesting topics that pop up including Batman, Spawn, Black and White reprints, what to do when visiting New York, and... Kid Nation? All that and more on this last episode before we blow things up and launch the new formats next week.
- Around Comics Ep. 136 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 09/24/2007 - 14:45
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 136
In our final News, Reviews and Previews episode, Chris, Sal, Tom and Skottie discuss 24 hour comic-book day, the 24 hour podcast, the Eightball #22 controversy, the JLA director announced, BOOM! Studios replying to their pagan readers. In top of the Stack, the crew picked Irredeemable Ant-Man #12, Daredevil Vol. 12, Ripclaw Pilot Season #1 Tom Strong Vol. 1. We finish of the episode with Futurestaxx and some special announcements.- Around Comics Ep. 135 - Nicola Scott released on Thu, 09/20/2007 - 14:37
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 135
Around Comics welcomes Australian artist Nicola Scott. Listen in to hear how Nicola got her start in comics and how she manages her collaborations from the other side of the globe. Nicola is staying on art duties for Birds of Prey for now, and she discusses the beginning of Sean McKeever's run as writer on the series. Find out how Nicola almost became a real life Wonder Woman and why Gail Simone fears for the life of My Little Pony. If you're a DC fan and enjoy Nicola's work, she has some great news for you as well.- Around Comics Ep. 134 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 09/17/2007 - 15:23
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 134
Join Chris, Tom, Skottie, Sal and Mike as they discuss The Emerald City ComiCon, the birth of Henry Leo DeFraction, Platinum Studios going public, Desolation Jones updates, Younr Avengers Presents, Diamond's POS announcement, Duran Duran comics, X-Men Dissasembled and more. In the second half of this episode the gang talks Maintenance #5, Daredevil vol. 12, Thor # 3, American Virgin #2 and Daredevil #100 in Top of the Stack They finish up the show with Futurestaxx and a few announcements.- Around Comics Ep. 133 - I Love It When A Plan Comes Together released on Thu, 09/13/2007 - 14:03
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 133
Sometimes the best episodes are the ones that aren't planned. After some technical difficulties trying to call Australia we settle down into some general comics talk. We discuss what comics brought some us back to the hobby after taking some time away. What are some of the dream projects and collected editions we'd like to see? What are some of the properties we would like to see come to comics, and what are some of our favorite Graphic Novels? Mike Norton and John Siuntres join Chris, Sal, Tom and Skottie for a fun emergency episode. Come back next week as the Search for Nicola Scott continues. - Around Comics Ep. 132 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 09/10/2007 - 15:26
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 132
On
another Monday Episode of Around Comics, the gang goes over the news, Top of
the Stack Picks, Futurestaxx and listener emails. In the news, the top stories
include content changes for Superman Confidential, Jim Shooter returns to the
Legion of Super-Heroes, Diamond announcing the elimination of their reorder
penalties, the various reports of the Dabel Brothers owing creators for work
and more. In Top of the Stack we discuss Top Ten Vol. 2, Preacher Vol. 7,
Lobster Johnson #1, and Buffy the Vampire Slayer S8 #6. We round out the show
with a look at next weeks releases and a few emails.
- Around Comics Ep. 131 - Trades vs. Single Issues released on Thu, 09/06/2007 - 14:03
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 131
This week the Around Comics studio moves to Skottie Young's house for a casual conversation about Trades vs. Single issues. It's one of the hot button topics in comics today, and there's no question that trades have changed the way that a lot of comics are written and purchased. John Siuntres joins Sal, Tom, Chris and Skottie for an episode filled with listener e-mails, forum posts and interesting takes on how we like to read certain comics.
- Around Comcis Ep. 130 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 09/03/2007 - 15:59
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 130
Join Chris, Tom, Sal, Skottie and John as they go over the weeks news, review their Top of the Stack picks and take a look at next weeks books. Top news stories include 'Wanted' filming with Angelina Jolie, DC Showcase changes, we talk with 'Nightly News' creator Johnathan Hickman about his new series 'Pax Romana', Brian Reed announces 'The Circle', Marvel Zombie covers for Halloween and more. Top of the Stack features DC Fifty-Two Aftermath #1, The Last Call Vol. #1, Action Comics #855, Preacher Vol #4, and Ex Machina Special #3. We wrap up the show wth FUturestaxx and some listener email.- Around Comics Ep. 129 - Events in the Modern Age released on Thu, 08/30/2007 - 14:18
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 129
Love them or hate them, events are a huge part of the mainstream comics landscape. This week Chris, Tom and Hank talk about events in the modern age from Secret Wars and Crisis on Infinite Earths to World War Hulk and Final Crisis. We give brief summaries of the events that have shaped comics continuity good and bad for the last 20 years and look forward to the comic events to come.- Around Comics Ep. 128 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 08/27/2007 - 14:50
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 128
This episode Chris, Tom and Hank go over the last week in comics while Sal and Skottie are away. The news includes the Dabel Brothers split with Marvel, a new Wizard of Oz, Hawaiian Dick's ongoing series and a talk with Maintenance creators Robbi Rodriguez and Jim Massey. An expanded Top of the Stack segment has reviews of Lackluster World, Wolverine, Astonishing X-Men, Green Arrow: Year One, Mouse Guard, Black Summer, The Spirit and Iron Fist. We get a sneak peak at this week's new releases in Future Stax, and read some listener e-mails including one from the USS Abraham Lincoln!
- Around Comics Ep. 127 - Greg Rucka Returns released on Thu, 08/23/2007 - 14:34
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 127
One of the busiest writers in comics returns to Around Comics to talk about the myriad projects hitting comic shops, movie theaters, book stores and the video game market. Greg talks about the experience of being on set for the filming of Whiteout and how they made him work for the Executive Producer title. The new Atticus Kodiak novel Patriot Acts is do to hit stores this month, and we discuss the life of trained killers and the research that goes into gun fights and writing a personal security specialist. Greg talks about integrating espionage into the DC Universe with Checkmate and what we can expect from his new Question series Crime Bible. Queen And Country is on hiatus until at least 2009, but there are big changes and exciting revelations in store for fans of series to look forward to. Greg is set to begin a new PI series called Stumptown, and he talks about his love of gimmick free detective stories and how he's bringing that to comics. We wrap up with some insight into the new Siphon Filter game and how Greg is introducing a new level of realism to the video game franchise. The episode concludes with listener e-mails and Sal's declaration that he would eat everyone in the event of a snowstorm.- Around Comics Ep. 126 - Mike Wieringo Remembered released on Mon, 08/20/2007 - 03:47
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 126
Mike Wieringo was an amazing artist, mentor,creator, and friend. Join Chris, Sal, Tom, Skottie Young, Mike Norton and Josh Middleton, as they discuss Mike's career and what he meant to us all. Whether you knew him as a friend, a peer, or simply as a fan, Mike's passion, joy and fantastic talent made him someone that was respected, loved and cherished throughout the industry. - Around Comics Ep. 125c - Wizard World Chicago Saturday released on Tue, 08/14/2007 - 22:55
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 125C
The big day of the con is always Saturday, and once again, the Around Comics Crew has all the new hottness. Chris, Sal, Tom and Skottie continue talking because no one cares to stop them. Listen in as they talk about their favorite costumes from the show, how Skottie saved a small childs life, why Jeffrey Brown is working on an MMA comic, math and Bob Evans with Sean McKeever, Jim McLaughlin from the H.E.R.O. Initiative, Ape Entertainment and B. Clay Moore. Don;t miss the third and final installment of our con coverage from Wizard World Chicago 2007.
- Around Comics Ep. 125b - Wizard World Chicago Friday released on Sat, 08/11/2007 - 14:47
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 125B
Wizard World Chicago rolls on into Friday and Around Comics is there to cover the action. Chris, Sal, Tom and Skottie continue talking to creators, fans, storm troopers and anyone else that walks by. Listen in for on the floor discussions with Shane White, two writers from Batman Strikes, Cullen Bunn of The Damned, J Tores, Jan Jones and Ron Richards from iFanboy. Check back tomorrow for more con coverage as we all start to sound more like Soloman Grundy.
- Around Comics Ep. 125a - Wizard World Chicago: Preview Night released on Fri, 08/10/2007 - 05:54
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 125A
Wizard World Chicago kicks off on Thursday with Preview night and Around Comics is in the mix. Join Chris, Sal, Tom and Skottie as we record from the con floor and bring you so close to the fun, you can smell the geek. The crew sits down with C. B. Cebulski from Marvel Comics, our good buddy and artist of All-New Atom Mike Norton and DC's head honcho Dan Didio. Not a bad way to start the weekend. Check in all week with on the floor reports, news and more from Wizard Worlds biggest show of the year.
- Around Comics Ep. 124 - Listener Feedback released on Fri, 08/10/2007 - 05:14
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 124
The day before Wizard World Chicago begins we're taking the opportunity to
thank the listeners that have sent us e-mails, voicemails and posted on our
forum. This all listener feedback episode gives us the chance to clear out the
in-box and answer questions or just have a good laugh with listeners. Check back
this weekend and all next week as we head down the street and take in everything
that Wizard World Chicago has to offer.
Thanks again to everyone. Here's to another 124!
- Around Comics Ep. 123 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 08/06/2007 - 02:58
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 123
On this episode, Chris, Sal, Tom and Skottie go over some more news from Comic-Con, including the Eisner Award winners, some new dc animated features, the four creative teams for Amazing Spider-Man, The New Punisher, Iron-Man trailer, Robert Downey Jr, Grant Morrison on Final Crisis, and The Spirit movie casting. Top of the Stac picks include Fantastic Four #548, My Freind Dahmer, Classwar and Buffy the Vampire Hunter #8. We also go over some of next weeks releases in Futurestaxx as well as what Skottie would do if the word 'awesome' never existed, comic book papparatzzi, and more. Don't miss our Thursday Episode when we go over a bunch of listener email and questions.- Around Comics Ep. 122 - Comics 101 : Comic Book Conventions released on Thu, 08/02/2007 - 03:00
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 122
In this episode we give our advice on how to make the most of your convention experience. We cover everything from what shoes to wear to what should be in your con bag. Skottie Young gives his pointers on getting sketches and commissions and how to approach creators. Mark Beatty gives us the dealer perspective and provides tips on how you can save a few bucks on everything from quarter books to statues. We're also joined by Stevie D. from the Comic Book Queers podcast in this fun and informative discussion on how to survive conventions.- Around Comics Ep. 121 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 07/30/2007 - 15:01
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 121
San-Diego Comic-Con 2007 was in full swing this weekend. Every publisher, big or small, was releasing press releases, news stories and surprises. Join Chris, Sal, Tom and Skottie as they go over the latest news, talk about Box Office Poison, Preacher Vol. 3, Annihilation Conquest: Starlord #1 and Immortal Iron Fist #7 in Top of the Stack. We wrap up with what's coming out next week and a few other ramblings. Don't forget to check in on Thursday when we talk about Comic Convention Boot Camp.
- Around Comics Ep. 120 - Comic Book and Video Games released on Thu, 07/26/2007 - 03:35
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 120
Around Comics welcomes Mike Kennedy and Adam Schwenk of EA Games to the roundtable. We discuss what goes into the creation and development of one of the world's favorite forms of entertainment and how the process has changed over the years. We talk about what video game franchises have made the jump to the printed medium, and what comic properties have successfully and not so successfully made it to your favorite console. Listen in for a behind the scenes look at the video game industry and how comic books and their creators are playing a key role.- Around Comics Ep. 119 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 07/23/2007 - 02:51
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 119
This week, Chris, Sal and Skottie are joined by Mike and Adam from EA Games (It's in the Game). The panel goes over the news of the week, Top of the Stack picks, and Futurestax! In the news we discuss Dial R Studios SDCC plans, The founding members of Image reuniting, Juan Ferreyra's new book 'Lazarus', Brian Reed writing for Dynamite, Matt Wagner writing Zorro, and we hear from Rick Remender on his new zombie book 'Crawl Space'. During Top of the Stack picks include Wolverine Origins Annual #1, New X-Men #40, Fell #9, World War Hulk #2 and a pinch-hit TOTS from Skottie's gal Casey. Futurestax! and listener email round out the show. Don't forget to check back on Thursday when we talk some more with the EA guys about what it takes to produce those digital addictions for the PS3, X-Box and Wii.
- Around Comics Ep. 118 - Being a Comic Book Artist released on Thu, 07/19/2007 - 02:24
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 118
Join us as we talk with Skottie Young, artist of New X-Men, and Mike Norton, artist of The All-New Atom, as we discuss the ins and outs of being a professional comic book artist. From working with writers and scripts, to breakdowns, thumbnails and finished pages, we quiz the boys on what it really is like to work for Marvel and DC. Beyond the "How To Draw", this informative, funny and educational look at the working habits of two of comics brightest young stars is a must listen for aspiring artists and non-artists alike. Because we recieved so many good questionson our forum, we turn the converation into an extended Q & A, but don't worry, Sal ad Tom chime in with more than enought of their own thoughts and comments.
- Around Comics Ep. 117 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 07/16/2007 - 02:59
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 117
This week Sal, Tom, Skottie, Crank and Norton discuss Chaykin penciling Punisher Max #50, free Runaways, Jeremy Hauhn's new graphic novel, movie news, Rob Liefeld's return to Image, DC's webcomics initiative, how to fish with Stan Lee and more. Top of the Stack features B.P.R.D., Preacher, Criminal, and Mad Man. Futurestax and listener emails finish up the episodes. Don't miss Thursday's show when we talk to Skottie and Mike about being a comic book artist.- Around Comics Ep. 116 - Music and Comics with Dave Wyndorf released on Thu, 07/12/2007 - 03:45
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 116
Around Comics welcomes Monster Magnet frontman and comics enthusiast Dave Wyndorf. What starts as a discussion about the influences and relationships between comics and music quickly turns into general comics talk. Listen in to hear about the evolution of comics through the years, the business of comics and music, lots of Jack Kirby love and why we love the term Cartoonist. Tom, Sal, Chris and Skottie answer listener e-mail and talk about their abs- Around Comics Ep. 115 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 07/09/2007 - 03:39
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 115
This week, Chris, Sal Tom and Skottie discuss the Elephantmen hardcover resolicitaiton, casting for Batman Returns, the Transformers movie, the trouble with chimps, where to get a good microwave burrito in Chicago, Batman and the Outsiders and just which Apostle was Judas. during Top of the Stack the panel goes over Scalped #7, Punisher Max #49, Preacher Volume #1, and Faker #1. We also read some listener emails and pick the winners of our Be a Hero Contest. Don't miss our Thursday Episode when we talk about music and comics.
- Around Comics Ep. 114 - Realism in Comics released on Thu, 07/05/2007 - 04:17
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 114
In a medium entrenched in the fantastical and amazing, it may surprise some how much of "reality" permeates the mainstream. Be it violence, sex, drugs, politics or the everyday mundane happening of life, comics has seemingly gone from the wondrous to the real. Join Sal, Tom, Skootie Young, Mike Norton and John Siuntres as the panel discusses the good, bad and ugly sides of reality in comic books.
- Around Comics Ep. 113 - News, Reviews and Previews released on Mon, 07/02/2007 - 03:11
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 113
Sal, Tom and Skottie go over the weeks news, Bendis signing with Marvel, Diamond sales for May, the end of Hero Squared and what we would ask Joss Whedon if we happen to be in the same room with him. Top of the stack included Sinestro Corps #1, The Tick 20th Anniversary and Y: The Last Man Vol. 8. We also go over next weeks releases. Don't forget to check back Thursday when the panel discusses reality in comics.
- Around Comics Ep. 112 - David Peterson released on Thu, 06/28/2007 - 14:16
AroundComics.com Comic Books Culture Podcast Ep. 112
Mouse Guard creator David Peterson discusses his series about mice trying to survive in a society filled with intrigue and natural threats. Hear about the little indie book that captured the attention of the comics world as David talks about how he created the world of Mouse Guard. We cover everything from the concept to the artistic
decisions that make the series a standout book in the comics industry. Listen in to find out what is next for Mouse Guard as well as stories about meeting Guy Davis and the horrors and highlights of conventions. - Around Comics Ep. 111 - News and Reviews</
