FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: TwoMorrows

A look at some of the newest TwoMorrows releases, plus a preview of the upcoming books…

FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Bobby Nash Ruins the Show!

For the 250th episode, I’m joined by Bobby Nash and Joe for a fun, free‑flowing conversation…

Millie the Model 100

I want to talk about a milestone from back when Marvel (like a lot of publishers)…

Yes, Virginia, X-Men, Can Be Fantastic

Marvel has been on my mind lately—both in fantastic and not-so-stellar ways. Many fans are not…

Let’s Talk Jon Kent

DC seems to have problems with Jon Kent, but that was not always the case. While…

MLJ’s Hidden Jackpot

If you never, ever checked out ComicBook+, you should! It contains 1000s of public-domain comics from…

The Importance of Archie Comics

Okay, maybe the headline was a little too dramatic, maybe. But it did get you attention.…

FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Kitson on Legion

Barry Kitson joins me to revisit his mid‑2000s Legion of Super‑Heroes run with Mark Waid —…

Kitson on Legion

Last summer, I had Barry talk about his time in the 1990s when he worked on…

Some Right Ways How AI Fits into My Toolbox

In some recent columns, I’ve talked about AI. A few days ago. Yesterday, I mentioned some…

Elliot S! Maggin on Craft, Legacy, and the Bronze Age

Last summer, I had Maggin on to talk about Superman. He recently sat down for another…

FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Maggin Returns!

Elliot S! Maggin returns to talk Superman and his time at DC in the 1970s, sharing…

Road to Episode 250

Despite doing the podcast for several years and being extremely lucky to bring on some fantastic…

Yes, Virginia, Not Every New Marvel Comic Sucks!

Most of the time, I am a big cheerleader for comic books. A general rule is…

An Anti-Fan Look at Venom

I am not a big fan of Venom. No particular reason—it’s just not all fans like…

Elliot S! Maggin: The Superman Writer Every Fan Should Know

Elliot S! Maggin occupies a unique place in Superman’s history. While his name may not circulate…

Three Fantastic Campaigns

When was the last time you backed a campaign? Today, I am going to do something…

Why the Ringo Awards Need You — Yes, You!

Over the years, I have tried to support indie creators —albeit with mixed results. I have…

Archie Picks With A Twist

A lot is going on with AI these days, as we all know. I use lots…

Fantastic Four 200

Fans know that Marvel has been making a big deal about Amazing Spider-Man reaching the 1,000th…

Bill Everett’s 1972 Sub‑Mariner Is Still Fantastic

What I really, really want to talk about is Fantagraphic’s latest edition of their Atlas Creator…

DC Universe Infinite: Why I Stopped Using It

Back in 2018, DC finally launched its digital service, similar to Marvel Unlimited, which lets you…

Energon Universe

Today I’m joined by Eddie Iiams, the creator behind Wretched Five Comics. We’re diving into the…

Titan Comics Brings The Hillbilly to Comics

Titan Comics returns to the fog with a new four‑issue series that digs into one of…

With A Bang– Monsters Gone Wrong

Admittedly—and rightfully so!—I am feeling a bit guilty right now. Well, in a comic book sort…

Joe Meno: A Life Built Brick by Brick

As everyone knows, I could talk about TwoMorrows Publishing all day. Last June, I thought I…

FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Born Today – Gil Kane

If it’s Monday, it’s usually Archie Comics day, because many columnists and websites will do some…

FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Window Shopping for Something Mad

I do want to talk about Mad Cave Studios, but first, I have a few things…

FANTASTIC COMIC FANS: Legion of Super-Heroes

Diving into a selection of fantastic Legion trades, offering an overview that highlights why this corner…

FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: When Was the Last Time You Had Some Dick… Tracy?

Well, I am sure the title of the column got your attention! April marks two years…

FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Tomorrow’s Tomorrow Publishing

Truth be told, with TwoMorrows Publishing being around for over thirty years and with all the…

FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: TwoMorrows Cryptology Nominated!

I can never say enough about TwoMorrows Publishing. They are one of the few outfits that…

FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Betty & Veronica Pin Up Special

85 years of publishing comics: That’s what Archie is celebrating this year. It doesn’t matter how…