I’m celebrating Archie Comics’ 85th anniversary by digging into their current releases and asking the big…
Ronald-Thomas Fleming
Host-- Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast, your guide in discovering their next digital adventure, from the Golden Age of comics to some of the latest releases tailored to their unique tastes and preferences. With over 40 years immersed in comic book lore, my enjoyment for them remains undiminished—an enthusiasm I strive to ignite in both old and new fans. Have a fantastic comic you think I should cover send me an email at fantastic_comic_fan@outlook.com
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: MJ, Peter & the Problem(s) With Marvel!
When DC and Marvel make huge changes to core characters, as a fan, I kind of…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Checked out Global Comix Lately?
Yesterday, I talked about what Global Comix’s acquisition of INKR means for fans and creators. Today,…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Global Comix + INKR
In the past, I have covered Global Comix many times because I think it’s a fantastic…
FANTASTIC COMICS FAN: X-Men Trades
Dive into a curated lineup of X‑Men trade paperbacks that showcase the franchise’s defining stories, game‑changing…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: The Other Marvel Legends
Facsimile Editions have been a staple of comic shops for decades, and lately, Marvel has been…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Archie Monday
Archie may not put out the flashiest of comics each month, but you can be sure…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Mario Gully
Mario Gully, creator of Ant, joins me to share the story behind a character born during a…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: JLA Detroit
I’m joined once again by Joe Crowe and Bobby Brown as we dive back into the…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Chuck Patton
Artist Chuck Patton, remembered for his standout 1980s Justice League of America run, joins me to…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Give Archie a Little Love!
With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, it’s time to give some of that comic book…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Kirby’s Return to Captain America
Comic book historian Rik Offenberger joins me to dig into Jack Kirby’s 1970s run on Captain…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Green Lantern: Rebirth
Tom Marvelli of Another Door Comics joins me to revisit Green Lantern: Rebirth, exploring how this landmark…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Latest from TwoMorrows Publishing
Time once again, look at some of the latest from TwoMorrows Publishing. They have been the…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Indie Spotlight: Vitalerium
Too many comic books come my way each week—far, far too many for me to ever…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Byrne’s Fantastic Four
Bobby Nash joins me for a deep dive into John Byrne’s iconic run on the Fantastic…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: ComiXology Originals
We dive into ComiXology Originals—why it became a hub for bold digital‑first storytelling and which hidden‑gem…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Deadpool the Duck
One of the nice perks of having both a column and a podcast is that sometimes…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Time to Perk Up for Pep Comics
When publishers convert older comic books into a digital format, I call it archiving. I know…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Poo vs. Bambi!
Indie comics writer Ray MacKay joins me to break down Zenescope’s wild mini-series Poo vs. Bambi—a…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Exorcism in a Fantastic Way
It’s bad enough to keep track of all the new comics every week when you go…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: One Influence on Claremont’s X-Men
In some recent columns, I talked about creators Mantlo, Conway, and Thomas, and how they, at…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Archie, Antics, and Anti-Heroes: The Minor Threats Review
Right now, many fans are excited that DC and Marvel are doing crossovers again after a…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: It’s TIIIMMEE! G-Man Campaign
Every year at the end of Halloween, Mariah Carey does her “It’s TIIIIMEEE!” to usher in…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Not Conway, Too?
Over the past couple of days, I have been talking about plagiarism by comic creators. All…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Mantlo and Thomas: Apples to Oranges
I have been doing a semi-regular column for a few years now, and I tend to…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Mantlo and Plagiarism—Think Again!
Recently, I have been connecting with comic fans in their early 20s, whose interest in comics…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Jughead #327—NOT Just Another Reprint!
Often, on Mondays, I talk about Archie Comics—both past and present. Usually, I will include mini-reviews…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: When “No More Mutants!” Meant It!
We all remember House of M (and if you don’t—you should!) and, at the end of…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Uncle Scrooge Comics! Yep, You Heard Right!
Last year, I found it interesting how many “duck comics” were planned. Since then, there has…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Terrific TwoMorrow Magazines!
I think all fans should, now and then, take some time to learn a little comic…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Starting the New Year with Archie
Many people have new mantras and resolutions as they enter the New Year. Something all comic…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Holidays With Archie
Celebrate the holidays with Archie Comics—where festive fun and comic book surprises never stop giving.