Last summer, I had Barry talk about his time in the 1990s when he worked on…
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
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…
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…
FANTASTIC COMIC FAN: Archie Comics
I’m celebrating Archie Comics’ 85th anniversary by digging into their current releases and asking the big…
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…