Best Comic Sense Podcasts (2025)

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#857 Carol Tyler’s “The Ephemerata”: Making sense of the worst of all possible stretches 54:13

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Longtime comics creator Carol Tyler went through a horrific stretch in her life where she lost numerous loved ones, from her parents, to a neighbor, to her dog, in just a six-year stretch. Many other things of varying levels of horribleness happened within that time, too. Her response is not so much to tell us what she’s learned from the experience…

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#372 “Binky Brown Meets the Holy Virgin Mary”: Painful Personal Memoir as Wacky Comedy! 53:54

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FLASHBACK! Autobiographical comics are par for the course, but in 1972, Justin Green broke ground for the genre when he published Binky Brown Meets the Holy Virgin Mary. Some of that broken ground hasn’t been trod since; how many autobiographical comics about a battle with mental illness have you seen done as wacky parody comics? Lightning-quick pa…

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E167 - Common-sense Monster, Black Night Parade 1:00:39

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In this episode of ScreenTone Club Elliot and Andy gather around the Christmas Tree and hand out presents to good children. To the girl who is secretly a human-devouring monster: a powerful cleaning agent to help get troublesome bloodstains out of fabrics! To the boy who has been kidnaped by Reverse Santa and taken to their arctic circle base: some…

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#860 Chris Ryall on “Daredevil: Born Again” 1:03:59

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Daredevil: Born Again, by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli, is one of those comics stories that continues to attract attention decades after it was published. Chris Ryall, co-founder and current publisher at Image imprint Syzygy Publishing, is the author of a new book on that story. He talks with Koom in this episode about the arc’s religious sy…

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The Intro to Whitehead's Universe You Didn't Know You Need - With Andrew Davis 1:41:09

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This week I welcomed my friend Dr. Andrew Davis back to the podcast! Andrew recently finished a new introduction to the philosophy of Alfred North Whitehead and it is fantastic! In my experience introductions to Whitehead are either too philosophically dense and hard to follow for a beginner or they water down his thought so much that vital aspects…

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Patreon Bonus Episode Preview - Yuri Espoir 3:47

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In this BONUS episode of ScreenTone Club Elliot and Andy put on the thickest pair of Yuri Goggles they own and get more than they initially bargained for! This is just a little preview of the full episode, which you can find on our reasonably priced Patreon! If you enjoy this episode, please consider backing us on Patreon - from only US$3 a month y…

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Open Tables, Micro-Theologies, and Something About Love - With Jonathan Foster 1:18:17

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This week I was happy to welcome back my friend Jonathan J. Foster. We talk about The Curian Network (formerly the Open Table Network). We also take a look at Jonathan's new Micro-Theology series and take a deep dive into his working definition of love. Enjoy! RESOURCES: The Curian Network Jonathan's Substack *A special thanks to Marty, Josh, and D…

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#859 Jason Shiga: Choosing his own path 1:25:17

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Jason Shiga is creator of the four-volume series Demon as well as many interactive comics. This week, Koom interviews Jason about his page layout strategy, his connections to Adrian Tomine, the pros and cons of comics where the reader gets a choice of paths through the story, his intriguing new project, and more. Jason: Shigabooks.com Demon vol. 1 …

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E166 - Marriage Toxin (MARRIAGETOXIN), May I Ask for One Final Thing? 1:02:50

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In this episode of ScreenTone Club Elliot and Andy discuss various doomed marriages, with a dash of punching and just a little poison. Series Discussed: May I Ask For One Final Thing?, Marriage Toxin (MARRIAGETOXIN) Assignments for next Episode: Common-Sense Monster, Black Night Parade TIMECODES: 0:01:30 - Elliot’s Pick: May I Ask for One Final Thi…

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A Systematic Theology of Love? - With Thomas Jay Oord & Julian Oetinger 1:05:10

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This week Dr. Thomas Jay Oord returns to the podcast to discuss his latest project... A Systematic Theology of Love. Tom proposes 15 new ideas for Systematic Theology and I invited my former student Julian Oetinger on to help keep Tom honest... Enjoy! RESOURCES: Tom's Substack *A special thanks to Josh, Marty, and Dan. Love you guys <3* Learn more …

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#858 Celebrating 20 years by reviewing a 20-year-old film (“Superman Returns”) 1:10:26

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Our first episode was released on December 5, 2005. After 20 years of changes in focus, format, and personnel, as well as Tim self-teaching audio editing, this time we look back at some of what’s changed. Also: In our first episode, Tim, Brandon, and Mulele discussed the teaser trailer for Superman Returns; this time, Tim, Kumar, and Emmet review t…

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Anablacktivism: Why We Need Anabaptism & the Black Church - With Drew G.I. Hart 1:26:09

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This week on the (Re)thinking Faith podcast, I had the privilege of reconnecting with Dr. Drew Hart, an associate professor of theology and an author deeply engaged in discussions around racial justice and faith. Our conversation delves into Dr. Hart’s journey through the Black church, Anabaptism, and how these experiences shape his understanding o…

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E165 - Kurumizawa’s Folly, GAEA-TIMA the Gigantis 1:23:08

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In this episode of ScreenTone Club Elliot and Andy once again discuss THE POWER OF MANGA, albeit with some obscene fraud attached, and also THE POWER OF A MASSIVE KAIJU, which is admittedly a lot more immediately self-evident. Series Discussed: Kurumizawa’s Folly, GAEA-TIMA the Gigantis Assignments for next Episode: May I Ask For One Final Thing?, …

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#856 Jim Keefe interview 1:46:29

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Jim Keefe is a longtime comics creator who has worked on the Flash Gordon (art and story) and Sally Forth (art) newspaper strips as well as being King Features’ staff colorist. He has also done lettering and retouching for English editions of various manga, and more. This week he talks with Tim about all of this, as well as his time as a student at…

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Emogelicals Ep. 12: Knowing Thy Self, Atonement, Suicide, and Steel Chairs - With Kristy Whaley 1:09:36

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Alright friends this week I have a special treat for you... Emogelicals is a show I record once a month with my good buddy Jed over at Church and Other Drugs. Typically this is released for Patrons only, but this week you get a sneak peek into what you are missing out on. Enjoy! JOIN MY PATREON: Click HERE to join. <3 *Special thanks to Marty, Josh…

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#855 Jack Kirby’s “Captain America” 214 & Annual 3: Cap vs the Space Vampire! 1:11:45

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Jack Kirby wraps up his run on Captain America and the Falcon with issue 214, the rather underwhelming conclusion of the Night Flyer story. But wait! Kirby also did a couple of annuals, so we dig into annual #3 from 1976. Yeaahhhh, that’s the stuff! If you haven’t been getting enough PULSE-POUNDING ACTION in your comics, this is the issue for you! …

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Life Update! 1:31

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Mike has some exciting news to share, along with confirmation when you’ll be receiving new episodes of this show! If you want to support Mike while he takes a short break and receive access to a massive catalogue of bonus episodes, including several for Spooky Season, please consider supporting at www.patreon.com/GenuineChitChat or https://ko-fi.co…

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Homebrewed Christianity Live From Charlotte - With Tripp Fuller, Tom Oord, and Leah Robinson 1:41:05

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So we're LIVE at the Common Market in Charlotte, drinking craft beverages and fielding questions from the Speaking to a Modern World conference, which means we're ping-ponging between topics faster than your algorithm-addled attention span. Josh starts us off playing voice of the people, then we trade him for Leah Robinson, who's delightfully willi…

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#410 Marvel Comics: Telling the Untold Story 1:29:32

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FLASHBACK! If you’re into American comics at all, you undoubtedly know how Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko and others changed the industry with their work in the 1960s, and set the template for kinds of stories Marvel still publishes today. That’s just part of the story that Sean Howe researched for his 2012 book Marvel Comics: The Untold Story. …

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E164 - Search and Destroy, Kaina of the Great Snow Sea 57:45

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In this episode of ScreenTone Club Elliot and Andy dive into a massive snowbank to check out an interesting pair of adaptations! Series Discussed: Kaina of the Great Snow Sea, Search and Destroy Assignments for next Episode: Kurumizawa’s Folly, GAEA-TIMA the Gigantis TIMECODES: 0:01:15 - Elliot’s Pick: Kaina of the Great Snow Sea 0:08:00 - “Hornswo…

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Bonus - (Re)thinking Comics: The Scoop on Ice Cream Man #5 (Lickety-Splat) 1:21:03

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Rethinking Comics kicks off with a deep dive into the emotional rollercoaster of Ice Cream Man issue #5, aptly titled "Ballad of a Falling Man." Right off the bat, the hosts, Josh and Joshua, explore the heavy themes of suicide, existentialism, and the complexity of human relationships, all wrapped in the chilling narrative of a man plummeting from…

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274 P2 – Exploring Ralph Ellison In The Modern Era: The Shadow & Act Essays Are Still Worryingly Relevant, With Tony Holt Jr 57:01

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Educator & podcaster Tony Holt Jr continues his thoughts on Ralph Ellison’s essays; Shadow and Act this week! This massive conversation had to be split in two (all Patreon supporters had both parts two weeks ago), but this week in part 2, Tony & Mike’s discussion on Ellison’s writing style continues! They delve deeper into specific essays and how t…

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The Pop Guerrillas Are Back! The Pop Guerrillas 2.0 Trailer 2:09

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Pop Guerrillas are back with Dan B returning, joined by 3 new Guerrillas; Maff, Paul & Tony Holt Jr! New episodes will be popping up very soon so keep your eyes (& ears out) for a whole new wave of Pop Guerrillas content coming your way, find them by searching on any podcast app or by clicking here: https://podfollow.com/popguerrillas Find Dan B on…

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Critiquing Comics #246: “Roy Beckwith and the Cursed Continent” and “A French Expat in the U.K.” 53:06

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Roy Beckwith and the Cursed Continent is a western series by Nick Patch, Jarret Katz, and Fabi Marques. It looks great but it runs at a breakneck pace and seems to be introducing a few too many elements. Tim and Jason discuss. A French Expat in the U.K., by Agathe Montagnon, was sold through the LDC Online Comics Fair last summer. It’s a quick and …

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Bridging the Gap Between Theism & Atheism: Live From the Speaking to a Modern World Conference - With Josh Patterson 1:15:33

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This week I have something a little bit different for you... Recently I was invited to present at the "Speaking to A Modern World" Conference in Charlotte North Carolina. I was tasked with giving a talk putting Open and Relational Theology in conversation with some of the biggest critiques of theism offered by Atheists today. In my presentation, I …

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Konkona Sen Sharma Is One Of The Best Comic Actors We Have': Rohan Sippy 25:07

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In an exclusive interview with Devansh Sharma, actor Konkona Sen Sharma and director Rohan Sippy talk about their new police procedural 'Search: The Naina Murder Case' on JioHotstar, reuniting years after their comic outings, work-life balance, and her next directorial plans. Edited and Mixed by Suresh Pawar…

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#854 “Superman” (2025): Its commentary on other supermen 1:04:48

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Last summer’s Superman movie was a welcome improvement over many recent films featuring the character, and over much of the recent superhero film entries in general. Kumar and Emmet this week discuss how it comments on Zach Snyder’s take, on internet culture, anti-immigrant sentiment, and more. They also address such topics as how the film distingu…

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Making Sense of God's Will in a World Gone Wrong - With Brandon Ambrosino 1:15:50

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This week I am joined by Theologian and Ethicist Brandon Ambrosino to talk about his new book, "Is it God's Will? Making Sense of Tragedy, Luck, and Hope in a World Gone Wrong". Together we explore deep theological topics, including the nature of God, the significance of hope, and the role of love in understanding faith. We look at the metaphor of …

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E163 - Let Me Be Single in Peace! (manga), Dragon Head 55:26

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In this episode of ScreenTone Club Elliot and Andy discuss two equally horrifying disaster scenarios: a train derailment inside a tunnel, and a timeloop isekai story! Series Discussed: Let Me Be Single in Peace!, Dragon Head Assignments for next Episode: Kaina of the Great Snow Sea, Search and Destroy TIMECODES: 0:02:15 - Elliot’s Pick: Let Me Be S…

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274 P1 – Exploring Ralph Ellison In The Modern Era: The Shadow & Act Essays Are Worryingly Relevant, With Tony Holt Jr 51:20

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Educator & podcaster Tony Holt Jr returns to GCC to talk about the first of Ralph Ellison’s essays; Shadow and Act! This massive conversation had to be split in two (all Patreon supporters already have it in full), but this week in part 1, Tony & Mike discuss Ellison’s writing style and the value & timelessness of the essays. The two come from diff…

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Amish Tripathi on The Chola Tigers: Blending Myth, History & Modern India 31:19

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Bestselling author Amish Tripathi returns with his latest book The Chola Tigers, where he explores the rich blend of history and mythology in Indian storytelling. In this exclusive interview, Amish reflects on how India’s past continues to shape its present — and why myth and memory remain so powerful in our cultural imagination. Amish Tripathi’s w…

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#853 The strange history of “Robotech” 1:04:16

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What if your first Star Wars movie were Return of the Jedi? You’d have questions! That’s how Tim felt once he got started reading Robotech II: The Sentinels volume 1, a comics continuation of the animated Robotech show that hit the U.S. in 1985. Robotech was a combination of three different anime — why?? And … Continue reading #853 The strange hist…

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Salvation as Wholeness-Making: Exploring Neuro-Relational Integration - With Dr. Shaleen Kendrick 1:53:14

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This week I was joined by my friend the Rev. Dr. Shaleen Kenrick for a fun and insightful conversation about her work around her Neuro-Relational Integration Model. Dr. Kendrick's wrote a fantastic dissertation titled, "Neuro-Relational Spirituality: Salvation as Experiential Wholeness-Making Through the Integration of Mind-Body-Spirit". I have hea…

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#369 “Krazy Kat”: Show me the bricks 1:08:10

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One of the most highly-regarded English-language strips of all time is George Herriman’s Krazy Kat, featuring the odd love/hate triangle of Krazy, Ignatz, and Officer Pupp. Why was Krazy so gender-ambiguous? How did Herriman’s (somewhat mysterious) racial background influence the strip? Tim and Kumar discuss this and much more. (Originally publishe…

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The Eternal Becoming of God, Soul, and Matter - With Swami Padmanabha 1:18:15

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This week, Swami Padmanabha joins the podcast to share his spiritual journey and his insights into the nature of love, spirituality, and the divine. Swami has a new book out titled "Evolution in Divine Love: The Eternal Becoming of God, Soul, and Matter", that we used as our jumping-off point for the conversation. He discusses the concept of Bhakti…

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E162 - This Monster Wants to Eat Me, Dragon and Chameleon 1:08:53

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By Andy Hanley, Elliot Page