Best Comic Book Historians Podcasts (2025)

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Don McGregor Career Interview with Alex Grand & Jim Thompson Part 3 1:24:48

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Alex Grand and co-host Jim Thompson interview comic writer Don McGregor, in a third parter on discussing Black Panther fighting the KKK, antagonism with editorial, Archie Goodwin & Jim Shooter, the personal issues he was dealing with in the middle to later 1970s that affected his writing output, writing Michael Golden's first Marvel work, Dagger, a…

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Crime comics and upcoming TV from Christopher Cantwell pt 2 42:29

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Welcome back to Word Balloon for Part 2 of our conversation with acclaimed TV writer and comic book master Christopher Cantwell. In this episode, we spotlight two of his exciting new creator-owned projects: Out of Alcatraz from Oni Press, co-created with artist Tyler Crook — a haunting, genre-bending tale set in the shadow of the infamous prison — …

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Marvel DC and Star Trek with Christopher Cantwell pt 1 58:01

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Today on Word Balloon, I'm joined by acclaimed TV writer and comic book creator Christopher Cantwell. You know him as the co-creator of AMC’s Halt and Catch Fire, but today we’re diving into his latest project: the brand-new IDW Star Trek series, Redshirts — a sharp, subversive take on the classic Trek trope that finally gives the most expendable c…

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205 Ed Catto 21:46

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We’re diving deeper into the retroverse! In this installment of my TwoMorrows Publishing series, I’m joined by pop culture historian Ed Catto for a lively chat about RetroFan magazine—its nostalgic magic, behind-the-scenes stories, and why it continues to charm fans of yesterday’s coolest stuff. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website…

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204 Roger Ash 27:31

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The TwoMorrows Publishing spotlight continues! This time, I’m joined by Roger Ash, Editor of Back Issue magazine, for a deep dive into the colorful world of comics from the ’70s, ’80s, and beyond. From forgotten favorites to legendary runs, we crack open the long boxes and celebrate the stories behind the stories. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Websit…

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Steve Orlando Talks Supergirl Apollo Midnighter JLA and More 1:11:36

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This episode is a special Pride Month encore from 2016—my very first conversation with writer Steve Orlando. Steve joined me back then to talk about his new BOOM! Studios book Namesake, a bold sci-fi adventure about a gay fireman who crosses into an alternate dimension to bury his fathers—and uncover the truth about his identity and past. We also d…

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202 John B. Cooke 21:10

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The TwoMorrows Publishing series rolls on as I sit down with John B. Cooke, editor of Comic Book Creator, for an in-depth conversation. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast WebsiteBy FantasticComicFan

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203 Historian Jim Amash 22:43

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The latest TwoMorrow show features the legendary comic book historian and inker Jim Amash, who stops by to recount behind-the-scenes tales of iconic creators from the Golden and Silver Ages of comics.By FantasticComicFan

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Robbie Thompson writing heroes for comics and TV 1:06:39

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Robbie covers a lot of ground talking his comics books for Marvel like Spider-Man Deadpool DR Strange and for DC Suicide Squad and more. He's also got 2 IDW projects out Sin Bin a Hockey Player Father and his teen daughter go deamon hunting, and the Star Trek Strange New Worlds Comic starting in Auguest. Speaking of Tek Robbie is on the writing sta…

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201 John Morrow 33:06

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Publisher John Morrow joins me to discuss all things TwoMorrows! Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast WebsiteBy FantasticComicFan

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Scene Missing Alexander Nevsky The Wide West 1:16:14

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Welcome to a Scene Missing edition of The Word Balloon Podcast! I’m John Siuntres, and today Gabriel Hardman and I are diving into the dusty trails of indie cinema with action star and filmmaker Alexander Nevsky, joined by his co-star Nick Balle, to talk about their new western, The Wide West, now streaming free on Xumo Play. This isn’t your typica…

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Talking Trek Toons DC and More With Tim Sheridan 2:10:48

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Tim is back to discuss his Eisner nomination of his Alan Scott Green Lantern min series and the closeted life of a Gay Superhero in 1940s america. We also discuss his current run on IDW's Star Trek Lower Decks series his work on DC animated films about Superman Batman and DC Army heroes like the losers and Sgt Rock.…

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Canvas Classics With Boxing Historian Bill Dettloff 1:29:59

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Welcome to The Big Bout Podcast—part of the Word Balloon Network.Today we’re going ringside with one of the best boxing minds in the game—historian and author William Dettloff. We’re digging into the treasure trove of vintage fights now streaming on YouTube, reliving the glory days of the ring with expert insight and behind-the-scenes context you w…

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TV and Movie Talk With The Trek Watch Guys 1:47:58

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Lots of TV and film talk including a talk about the limits of streaming, where physical media will be in the future, and much moreBy John Siuntres

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WB 20 Superheroes A Never Ending Battle Doc 2012 38:56

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A 2012 interview with the producers of the 6 hour pbs documentary series Superheroes The Never Ending Battle . This documentary series features many legendary creators who thankfully were still alivbe to talk about their creations Joe Kubert (Hawkman) Joe Simon (Captain America) Jerry Robinson (Robin, The Joker) Stan Lee Neal Adams and countless mo…

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Scene Missing Roger Corman Our Favorites 1:11:20

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There are so many Roger Corman films we could've discussed but we throw a few curves and talk about some of the ones people miss on their Corman lists. From 1954's Highway Dragnet, which was Corman's first produced Screenplay to Frankenstien Unbound his last directed film from 1992By John Siuntres

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Mark Millar's New Side Hustle Psychic Sam 1:12:56

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Mark Millar is back to talk about is new Kickstarter campaign for Psychic Sam co-created by John Romita Jr.The new book is already in the works as a film adaptation by the producer of Wrath Of Man and The Gentlemen Ivan Atkinson We also talk about his Vatican City Dark Horse comic, an upcoming new volume of Nemesis, and other coming projects He als…

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Week 41 - Miracles & Wonders 50:35

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My God, have you any decency at all?! World’s Finest Gita Jackson and All-Star Alex Jaffe come to terms with issue 41, and process the Silver Wheel of Nyorlath, Starfire’s whole deal, and the exact ways you can and can’t rip off Alan Moore. Show Notes: 52 Geoff Johns Grant Morrison Greg Rucka Mark Waid Keith Giffen Superman New Superman trailer Loi…

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Revival On SYFY The Showrunners Speak 1:06:03

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Go behind the scenes of SYFY’s haunting new series Revival in this exclusive interview with showrunners Aaron B. Koontz and Luke Boyce. Adapted from Tim Seeley and Mike Norton’s acclaimed Image Comics series, Revival isn’t your typical zombie tale—instead, the dead return to life just as they were, sparking a chilling murder mystery in the heart of…

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Breaking The Gay Geek Glass Ceiling Andy Mangels 2:20:36

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Sure there were gay cartoonists before him, but Andy was the first openly gay writer doing superhero comic books in the 80s and it wasn't easy. He discusses his comics like Wonder Woman 77 Meets the Bionice Woman, writing ground breaking Star Wars stories, and his many Star Trek Books and Comics..By John Siuntres

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200 Young Justice 21:10

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For the milestone 200th episode, I’m joined by fellow podcaster Ross Aitken from Stop! Let’s Team-Up! to celebrate the occasion by diving into Peter David’s Young Justice. It’s a fun crossover and a great conversation about a beloved series. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast WebsiteBy FantasticComicFan

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199 Reflections 17:41

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In this episode, I take a more reflective approach, sharing what it’s like to produce a podcast—or rather, multiple podcasts consistently. While I usually stay focused on the core themes of the show, today, I offer a bit of insight into the rhythm behind the mic and what keeps me going. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website…

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John Romita Jr New Millar Kickstarter Marvel Days and More 1:07:19

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JrJr is back to talk about a new kickstarter and collaoration with Mark Millar on a new vigilante character Psychic Sam . Inked by Klaus Janson this will be a 3 part 50 pages each arc, that is also in development as an upcomming film by Ivan Atkinson (Wrath Of Man, The Gentleman) Johnny talks about the new project teaming up again with Mark , past …

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Star Trek SNW Preview Dr Who Wrap Up and More 1:43:05

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It's part 1 of a 2 part Trek Watch where Franco and Wayne join me to add their thoughts on the Starnge New Worlds news and Dr Who Gatwa era. Plus our anticipation for the Superman film grows.By John Siuntres

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Training Dragons and Comics With Richard Ashley Hamilton 1:21:13

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Richard spent years at Dreamworks writing for the How To Train Your Dragon Franchise making VR senarios and episodes of The Netflix series. Todaay he's writing great YA graphic novels for Mad Cave's Imprint Maverick 3 volumes of Scoop a cross between the X-Files and Veronica Mars, and Tech-Tiv, a young woman who love pulp detective stories solving …

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Sean Phillips The Return Of Criminal 1:03:04

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Criminal is back with a new graphic novel in August by Sean and Ed Brubaker. Sean teases the story, plus talks about the upcoming tv adaptation from Amazon Prime. We also talk about his art process, working with his colorist and son Jacob, and a kickstarter campaign that features Sean's early work in UK comics…

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Crystal Skillman Comic Book Playwright 1:09:59

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Crystal is an accomplished off broadway playwright with a new play called OPEN an LGBTQ story about love and magic. We discuss the play, her writing seminars, historic broadway stories, and George Clooney's GOOD NIGHT AND GOOD LUCK, about the war between Communist witch hunter Senator Joe Mccrathy and CBS new anchor Edward R Murrow. Crystal also sh…

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Robert Greenberger and The Legacy Of Peter David 1:07:41

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Bob worked with Peter for years as his editor on Star Trek Comics and a co writer of the Crazy 8 collective . He has Marvel DC and Star Trek stories about Peter and more . Is there a final David novel si the works?By John Siuntres

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Tim Sheridan Alan Scott The Green Lantern 1:56:15

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Tim and I discuss his work on Alan Scott in anticipation for his 2024 Green Lantern mini series.plus we discuss other DC Pride heroes . We also talk about Tim's animation work.By John Siuntres

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More Doctor Who Thoughts From Paul Cornell 11:06

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More Who Obsevation from Paul including his audio Who Dramas for Big Finish, the TV adaptation of his Doctor Who Novel Human Nature, and the height of the 2010s British made Sci-Fi TV shows because of the success of Doctor Who. Torchwood,Primeval and more.By John Siuntres

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Doctor Who Speculation and Paul Cornell 1:08:48

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197 Romance Comics 15:42

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Romance comics once ruled the shelves, and now they’re making a comeback. Let’s delve into the history of this beloved genre, tracing its rise, decline, and recent resurgence. Step away from the capes and action for a moment—because sometimes, love is the most powerful story of all. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website…

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198 Duck Season! 16:33

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It’s Duck Season! Dive into the world of feathered comic legends as I explore Golden Age ducks, the legacy of Howard the Duck, and the latest wave of duck-centric comics—including a must-have omnibus. Quack up with me as we waddle through decades of duck storytelling! Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website…

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Stanford Carpenter and Comicpalooza University 58:56

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On this episode of Word Balloon we're joined by Dr Stanford Carpenter the driving force behind ComicPalooza University. He has big Juneteenth plans and gives us the detailsBy John Siuntres

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Steve Lieber Talks Metamorho and Jimmy Olsen 1:57:36

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From Art and comic biz tips to hating to draw tranpfmers Steve makes me cry laughongBy John Siuntres

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Week 40 - Man Ain't Nothing But a Man, with Brad Gullickson 1:03:41

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Me want comic now! All-Star Gita Jackson and World’s Finest Alex Jaffe team up with Comic Counselor Brad Gullickson to punch through the many floors of issue 40, and discuss the Green Arrow/Black Canary Wedding special as stealth 52 sequel, the many many many Luthor/Musk parallels, and Offspring’s whole deal. Show Notes: 52 Geoff Johns Grant Morris…

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What I Really Want To Talk About Is TREK with Tim Monroe 54:02

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I gguested on my buddy Tim Monroe's great podcastBy John Siuntres

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Mike Norton Talks Revival SYFY Krypto and More 1:20:07

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Mike Norton is back and has a bunch of stuff to talk about. His indie comic series Revival co-created with writer Tim Seeley has been adapted as a new SYFY tv series starting June 12th He's drawing a new Krypto series for DC starting this month. And returning to his long running adventure series Battle Pug, with a newe graphic novel in the works.…

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Belles of the Ball - Bonus Content - Danger Room #393 1:32:26

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X-Factor #81, Wolverine #58, Doctor Strange #44, Captain America #404, What If? #37, Marvel Comics Presents #98, Infinity War #3, Avengers #350. Theme Music:Lazlo Hollyfeld – BuffaloallamericacityBy X-Men Comics Commentary with Adam and Jeremy

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Book Club Criminal With Bendis and King 1:42:19

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Me and The League Of Word Balloon Listeners had our first Book Club. Joining Us were Brian Michael Bendis and Tom King ,to discuss Ed Brubaker and Sean Philips First Volume Of Criminal from 2006 . Lots of fun insights from everyone.By John Siuntres

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Docotr Who Finale SPOILERS 16:31

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What did that ending really mean? My thoughtsBy John Siuntres

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Aw Yeah Podcast Touched By Jane Seymour pt2 1:06:39

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More TV and Movie talk including our hopes for the Superman Movie and MoreBy John Siuntres

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Aw Yeah Podcast All About Hats pt1 1:06:50

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Baseball Hats, Naming a car after a batman bad guy, and a 3rd mama mia movie, all part of the discussion on this edition of the aw yeah podcastBy John Siuntres

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Bob Schreck Talks Editing Batman Green Arrow and more 1:16:48

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Morgan Siebert and The Superman Museum Metropolis IL 57:25

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Morgan shares the exhibits of The Super Musuem inm Metroplois IL and promotes June's Superman Festival which will feature stars and creators connected to the Man Of SteelBy John Siuntres

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196 Peter David 16:16

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In this episode, I pay tribute to Peter David by exploring some of his most legendary comic book runs, celebrating his enduring impact on the industry. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast WebsiteBy FantasticComicFan

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WB Book Club Preview Criminal With Ed Brubaker 1:46:59

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In anticipation of next Sunday's WB live book club, here's my first 2006 interview with Ed Brubaker about Criminal Vol 1.The subject of our book club episode. We also talk daredevil Captain America The X-men and Iron FistBy John Siuntres

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A Salute to Andrea Romano DC Animation Boondocks and more 1:07:49

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a profile of voice director andrea romano who guided many great hanna barbera and warner bros animted series. first a 2008 chat about the boondocks the jl new frontier movie and more followed by a short 2013 red carpet chat saluting the batman brave and bold cartoon at ny's paley center then from 2020 a zoom table read of a scene from a justice lea…

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WB 20 Kinescope The First James Bond 1:05:49

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this week we look at The First James Bond adaptation created 8 years before 1962's Dr. No starring Sean Connery. It's Casino Royale from the CBS Anthology Show Climax! Starring Barry Nelson as American Spy Jimmy Bond, and Peter Lorre as Le ChiffreBy John Siuntres

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The Western Films Of Burt Kennedy 1:24:10

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On This edition of Scene Missing Gabe Hardman Jeff parker and I talk about one of our favorite western film writers and sometimes directorBy John Siuntres