Episodes
Jimmy has left NYC and is in the UK right now and having a blast with friends in London and elsewhere. He's heading to Thought Bubble Festival in Harrogate this weekend to see friends, do interviews and cover the show. Lots of interviews lined up as usual. Some returning champs and some new contenders as well! Looking forward to talking to them all. If you're there, do say hello!
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Published 11/09/24
Reviews: Absolute Superman #1, Absolute Wonder Woman #1, FML #1, JSA Vol 2 #1, Agatha All Along finale, Invincible Fight Girl, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon s2 finale, Outside
Time again for another comic book/TV/film/streaming review catch up! Jimmy briefly chats about some recent reads/watches. How is this new Absolute universe in DC Comics? Just how ridiculous yet entertaining is the TWD: Daryl Dixon spin-off? And is Outside the beginning of a Filipino film renaissance?
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Published 11/09/24
Jimmy has been way behind on recommendations so he brought you this Top 3 special. But it's a multiple Top 3 times 5! You got it right. That's 15 great comics, TV shows and films he read/watched and wants you to check out. Enjoy!
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Published 11/09/24
Jimmy did the press rooms for a few of the DC/Warner Bros. animated films/shows. He chatted with BATMAN AZTECA director Juan Meza-León and producer José C. García de Letona on how the idea came to fruition, mixing history with fiction and Batman's Aztec style weaponry. He also talked with BATMAN NINJA VS YAKUZA JUSTICE LEAGUE directors Jumpei Mizusaki & Shinji Takagi and writer Kazuki Nakashima about why they used the same characters from the first film, who got added to the cast, and...
Published 10/23/24
We have a few shorter interviews in this episode. Jimmy caught up with Cecilia Lim of Kwento Comics to discuss how the company started, their amazing comic THE MASK OF HALIYA, and more. Producer Joe talked to author Elinor Taylor about her new book THE BALLOON HUNTER. And finally, Jimmy also chatted with Zach Hoag of Tuttle Publishing about their vast array of Asian-centric books including graphic novels, cookbooks, craft books, travel, etc. All great interviews!
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Published 10/23/24
Jimmy grabbed Tony Moy away from his busy table (sorry about that!) to talk about his incredible project The 4Forty2nd, the most rewarded Japanese American citizens who fought in WW2. They discussed his research which included visiting historical sites, why this story matters to him, why he landed on watercolor as his medium of choice and more. Great to finally have a chance to chat with Tony!
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Published 10/23/24
Jimmy sat down with friend Fred Van Lente to talk the multiple books he has out or coming out including Murder Kingdom, several books in the Valiant Universe, a novel, visiting Deadwood and more. Always great catching up with Fred!
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Published 10/23/24
Jimmy and Producer Joe met up with Brian Volk-Weiss to talk about his role as CEO of the Nacelle Universe, Biker Mice From Mars, Star Trek toys, The Toys That Made Us, Paul Reiser, Aliens, and so much more. Such a super fun conversation!
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Published 10/23/24
Jimmy chatted with prolific cartoonist Jeffrey Brown about his new book KIDS ARE STILL WEIRD, the brilliant humor and profundity of kids, how he got here from Vader and Son, more Marvel books in the same style coming next year, his website FAQ, and more. Always fun to catch up with Jeffrey!
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Published 10/23/24
Producer Joe attended the press room for The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon - The Book of Carol. On the panel for the press conference were stars/producers Norman Reedus (Daryl), Melissa McBride (Carol), Louis Puech Scigliuzzi (Laurent), Greg Nicotero (EP/Director) and David Zabel (Showrunner). Many questions were asked and Producer Joe even got a good one in. What can we expect from the rest of the season? Tune in to find out!
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Published 10/23/24
Jimmy talked with Ruth Chan about her fantastic debut graphic novel UPROOTED. They also chatted about moving to Hong Kong in her teens, readjusting, closeness with her family, her children's books, Hong Kong French toast, K-pop and more. Such a delightful conversation!
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Published 10/23/24
Jimmy sat down with Derek Kirk Kim to welcome him back to comics after a 10 year absence. They chatted about his new hit Image comic THE LAST MERMAID, past work, why he left the biz, his work in animation, showcasing Asian/Asian-American characters, what's next and more. A super fun talk!
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Published 10/23/24
It's our New York Comic Con (NYCC) recap! Jimmy is joined by Producer Joe to talk about the days they attended. They give their overall thoughts on attendance, hours, set up, artist alley, small press, exhibitors, and more. Jimmy talks about the 9 interviews he got with the likes of Tom King (whom you'll hear in this episode), Derek Kirk Kim, Ruth Chan, Jeffrey Brown, Cecilia Lim (Kwento Comics), Tony Moy, Fred Van Lente, Brian Volke-Weiss, and Zach Hoag (Tuttle Publishing). He also...
Published 10/22/24
Reviews: The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power s2 finale, Ranma 1/2, SpongeBob SquarePants: Kreepaway Kamp Halloween special, Superman and Lois s4 premiere, Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, Uzumaki, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon s2 premiere, The Bad Guys: Haunted Heist, Joker: Folie A Deux, The Wild Robot.
Time for another TV/film/streaming review catch up! Jimmy briefly chats about some recent watches. Which was a fave? Which didn't he like as much? And why is Spongebob always so...
Published 10/14/24
Reviews: DC All In Special #1, Absolute Batman #1, Day of the Dead Girl #1, Dead Samurai #1, The Horizon Experiment: The Manchurian #1, Minky Woodcock: The Girl Called Cthulhu #1, Murder Kingdom #1.
New York Comic Con (NYCC) is upon us! Jimmy gives a quick preview of his plans and confirmed interviews. Producer Joe will be there doing some interviews as well. Jimmy also gives his usual convention advice for both exhibitors and attendees. Heed his words well! Here's to a fun and busy NYCC!
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Published 10/14/24
New York Comic Con is next week so Jimmy thought he'd get started early with some interviews. He met up with his friend Cynthia Von Buhler for dinner, drinks and an interview. She's back with another installment in her successful Minky Woodcock comic series called MINKY WOODCOCK: THE GIRL CALLED CTHULHU. They talk the new comic book series, her art, a recent trip to Africa, why she likes using historical figures, how they met, film development and her overall impressive career. Such a fun...
Published 10/06/24
Reviews: Batman The Long Halloween The Last Halloween #1, Dazzler #1, Lobo Cancellation Special, Wolverine #1, Agatha All Along, Everybody Still Hates Chris animated series, Kite Man, Hell Yeah!, The Penguin, Wynonna Earp: Vengeance, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice
More review catch-ups in comics, TV and film. There seemed to be a lot of DC and Marvel related ones w/ a few others thrown in as well. Did you read/watch any of these? What are some of your faves? If so, let us know your thoughts!
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Published 09/27/24
Baltimore Comic Con (BCC) invited Jimmy down at the last minute to be on a panel remembering his close friend John Cassaday. Besides Jimmy, Scott Dunbier (former Wildstorm EIC), Heidi MacDonald (The Beat EIC), Albert Moy (John's art dealer) and Joe Rybandt (Dynamite Entertainment Executive Editor) were on the panel as well. They shared stories of times together, his work, how they met and more. Dean Haspiel also told a great story from the audience. Some other audience members told short...
Published 09/24/24
We continue to celebrate the life of the legendary cartoonist John Cassaday who tragically died on September 9th. He was one of Jimmy's closest friends. Jimmy shares some stories of their friendship and adventures. He also asked some of John's friends/colleagues to send in their memories of him as well. They talk about his incredible body of work, how they met, fun times together and more. Thanks so much to Ben Raab, Paul Pope, Heidi MacDonald, CB Cebulski, John Layman, Fabio Moon, Laura...
Published 09/18/24
Our dear friend John Cassaday passed away on September 9th. As many know, Jimmy was one of his best pals. As you can imagine, he is devastated. We are doing a couple of special episodes to honor his memory. John was a big supporter of our podcast from the very beginning. He came on only a handful of times or so in the early days and let us find our feet after that. He was always one to let his work speak for itself and we respected that. We put together a compilation of some of the episodes...
Published 09/17/24
Reviews: Batman: Caped Crusader s1, House of the Dragon s2, Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power s2 premiere, Orphan Black: Echoes s1, Sweet Home s3, Time Bandits s1, The Umbrella Academy: Season 4, Alien: Romulus, Borderlands, The Crow, Despicable Me 4, Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie
Due to all the San Diego Comic Con, Flame Con and Anime NYC coverage, Jimmy has been way behind on reviewing comics, TV and film. So he decided to do some review catch-ups. He did 2 comic book...
Published 09/04/24
Reviews: Exceptional X-Men #1, Uncanny X-Men Vol 6 #1, X-Factor Vol 5 #1, X-Force Vol 7 #1, Wolverine: Revenge #1,What If Donald Duck Became Thor #1, What If Donald Duck Became Wolverine #1, Flash Gordon Vol 8 #1 & #2, Huge Detective #1
Jimmy continues the comic book review catch-up in this episode. Lots of the new X-books are covered here! Next week will be the TV/film/streaming special. Did you read any of these comics? If so, let us know your thoughts!
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Published 09/04/24
Reviews: Archie: The Decision one-shot, Babs #1,Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1, Hello Darkness #1, Jenny Sparks #1, Minor Arcana #1, Patra #1, The Power Fantasy #1 & #2, S.I.R. #1.
Due to all the San Diego Comic Con, Flame Con and Anime NYC coverage, Jimmy has been way behind on reviewing comics, TV and film. So he decided to do some catch-ups over the next couple of weeks. He'll do 2 comic book review specials this week and then the TV/film/streaming special next week. Did you...
Published 09/03/24
Reviews: Terminator Zero, Suicide Squad Isekai
Yet even more convention coverage! Jimmy attended Anime NYC over the weekend of August 23-25th. The show has almost doubled in attendance in just 2 years and it showed. Lots of art, merch, guests, panels, cosplay, food and more! Jimmy gives his full recap in the episode. And since we're talking about Anime NYC, he also reviews two recent anime series. Did you attend? Tell us your thoughts!
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Published 09/03/24