Jace is joined by Al Ewing to chat about Detective Comics 2025 Annual. Al has a locked room murder mystery for Batman to solve in three acts. He talks about collaborating with three different artists, one for each of the chapters. Plus he gets to bring Batman across the pond to his own stompling grounds. The guys also chat about what makes Batman such a versatile character and the incredible roster of villains Batman has. It's a great story and Jace is exceptionally happy that on his first Batman story, Al didn't do the cliched thing and use the Joker.
Jace and Rocky break down a big week of DC Comics for April 23, 2025. We get the second chapter of Hush 2, Power Girl comes to an end and a new arc starts for The Flash. We have two wildly different Green Lantern stories with one full of surprises and action packed and the other trying to find it's footing. Green Arrow continues to be an excellent mix of crime noir and relevant social issues which calls back to a classic era for the Emerald Archer. Metamorpho is wildly fun and engaging with Peacemaker and Harley Quinn close behind. Absolute Wonder Woman and Absolute Martian Manhunter represent versions of the characters that are closest and furthest away from their main universe counterparts respectively, but both are a joy to experince both visually and narritively. Finally we have two Superman titles that showcase the Man of Steel in two very different stories that are both excellent. One feels like it harkens back to the classic stories of yesteryear and the other is very contemporary, but feels like it will be the classic of tomorrow. Join us to hear about all these books and more!
Jace is joined by Ray Chou to chat about the campaign for the latest issue of Glow. A mix of high fantasy, adeventure and magic it follows a group of young survivors in a post-apocalyptic world as they try to unlock the secrets, power and mystery of Glow. Ancient aritfacts left over from a forgotten age which may hold the key to rescuing the home they fled which has been captured by the evil Stonehand Tribe. Ray talks about they cretive process, some other stories and worlds he has drawn inspiration from, plus how you can get caught up if you haven't read any Glow yet. Join us to learn more and be sure to go and check out the Glow campaign.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics releases for the week of April 16, 2025. We have the end of Challengers of the Unknown as some questions are answered and more are raised. Similarly, Detective Comics reaches the end of its first arc for this era in a very satisfying ending that shows that even in the face of great temptation, Batman has lines he will not cross. Nightwing starts a new arc that brings some personal context to the power vacuum that currentkly exists in Bludhaven, while Batman looks to help Wonder Woman solve a murder on Themiscrya. New Gods, Zatanna and Titans all continue their current stroylines in compelling fashion with gorgeous art. Finally Absolute Flash gives us even more personality for the absolute Rogues and shows just how out of control Wally's power are. It's a great week of DC titles so join us to hear all about these books and more.
Live from WonderCon, it's Mark Waid and Dan Slott in conversation about the Summer of Superman. It all kicks off with the Summer of Superman One-Shot on April 16th, so what can be expected in that story? What's coming in Action Comics? How will the new Superman Unlimited titles fit in with the other Superman books and how is it going to change the nature of Kryptonite and the Daily Planet? All that and more in this episode. Plus why Mark Waid connects with Superboy even more than Superman!
Richard Ashley Hamiltion returns to the show to chat about Scoop Vol 3. Sophie and her mother take a vacation in Cuba to try and get away from the recent chaos in Miami, but as Sophie begins to exhibits powers linked to time travel it's not quite the getaway they'd hoped. Returning home to save a friend she believes is in danger puts Sophie in the middle of the action again. This book is the third volume in the incredibly fun and adventurous Scoop series. Richard talks about the evolution of the characters over the life of the series and how personal the project remains for him. Plus some talk about the move over to Maverick and the re-release of Volumes 1 and 2. There's lots to unpack in this episode so join us!
Daniel Henriques and Jonathan Glapion join the show to chat about their upcoming Spawn Universe title The Curse of Sherlee Johnson. Going all the way back to the earliest days of Spawn this series uses the events from issue #5 to examine what happened to one of the victims of the evil and reviled Billy Kincaid, namely Sherlee Johnson. A young girl, kidnapped by the serial killer who thought she was about to be rescued when Spawn showed up to deliver his paticular brand of justice to Kincaid, but Spawn was unaware of her presence and left her behind. What happened to her and why, well that's what this series will be explloring. Also, it a chance for Daniel to evolve beyond his traditional role as an inker and Jonathan is doing the same as he trades in his inking chores to handle the pencils. With so much passion for the story and challenging themselves with new creative roles, there is no doubt these two are going to give it there all. The end result will be a must-read title so don't miss it!
Jace and Rocky breakdown the DC Comics titles for the week of April 9, 2025. Aquaman breaks free of his bonds and looks to face the beign resposible for his imprisonment and rescure Atlantis. Meanwhile, from the wreckage of the planet Thanager a god emereges but will he be a savior to the Thanagarians or spell ddom for the remnants of the Red Lantern Corps. Fire and Ice have switched powers, but that is not all that may be different by the end of the issue. We also see Superman up against an unfamilair foe, but one DC fans will recognize. In Batman and Robin, we have some incredible character work that informs the relationship of Bruce and his father with a level of emotion and depth not seen before. Finally in Absolute Batman, the relationship Bruce has with his friends from crime alley is examined in more depth as he is faced with a new villain who is terrifying. It brings just the right amount of horror to a book, that so far, has been all out action. Join us for our thoughts on these titles and more!
Ron Marz is back on the show to chat about his current Zoop project for Shinku. A wild story with roots going back to the earliest days of the samurai in Japan. They are battling an evil even older than they are, vampires. Fantastic art by the late Lee Moder showcases a dynamism and strong sense of storytelling that are hallmarks of his style. Included in the collection will be never before seen Shinku art from Lee that was intended for the second volume of the action-packed, highly enjoyable series. Soem design pieces, character sketches and concept art will also be indluded. Listen in to learn more about the series and be sure to go check out the campaign.
Jace is joined by two of the creative minds behind Alienated, the latest original series to come to Comixology. Taki Soma, the writer and Michael Avon Oeming, the cover artist, talk about how the genre of science fiction is a great medium to tell stories that examine wild and outrageous ideas, but in reality are self-reflections of humanity examing itself. In the case of Alienated, what if first contant is finally here but all the aliens that show up aroung the world are already dead? Or are they? Filled with interesting characters, an intriguing premise and compelling character dynamics this first issue will pull you in and have you invested in what happens next. Join us to hear more about the series from Taki and Michael and be sure to go check out issue #1 available for purchase on Comixology or included with your Comixology Unlimited subscription.
Jace welcomes Keith Arem and Chris Yates from PCB Productions to the show to chat about the Kickstarter campaign for Front Road. Drawing inspirations from classic video games like The Last of Us, Silent Hill and BioShock, Frost Road is a survival story set in the town of Front Road as the protagonist wakes up from a car crash not knowing where he is or what has happened. The guys chat about the crossover of mediums, the evolution of this project and some of the rewards available in the campaign. With the absolute top production values and fantastic art from Christopher Shy. Join in to find out what the project is all about and go check out the campaign.
Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of April 2, 2025. The debut of Absolute green Lantern is a perfect mix of the familiar with new twists and just a dash of horror. Absolute Superman continues its incredible run with gorgeous art and so much feeling that it continues to be the emotional core of the Absolute Universe. The Poison Ivy and Two-Face series are elevating their respective eponymous characters to much more realized versions and its great to see. The debut of Ressurrection Man: Quantum Karma is similarly addign depth to a character that many long-time DC fans haven't spent time reading. Join us to hear about all these books plus the rest of the DC titles for the week and a run down of the DC collected editions releasing in comic shops this week.