Comic Sans

Content warning: misogyny, domestic abuse, suicide [26:54 - 34:02] When a guy in a Mercedes honked at him, Yan said nothing and biked away. Slung over his back was a messenger bag containing some clothes, a snack, and the omnibus edition of " Parker ", written by Richard Stark and adapted into comics by Darwyn Cooke. The plan was clear: arrive at the studio by 10am. Greet Nat a very good morning....

Content warning: suicide, suicidal ideation [16:29-17:53; 43:32-48:22; 52:44 - 53:40] After a long week in the recording studio, our hosts can't wait to join Matt and Allison Parent from Escape the Mojoverse for a relaxing staycation. Sunscreen — check! Swimming trunks — check! Unspeakable horrors lurking just out of sight — check! It's time for fun in the sun at " The Nice House on the Lake " by...

Today's match: Myle Yan Tay of Comics College versus Nathaniel Mah of Sans School! These bitter rivals face each other once again on the badminton courts of " Blue Box " by Kouji Miura to prove, once and for all… their love for each other?! --- In this episode, Nat reads Chapters 7, 43, 57 & 153. Transcript and bibliography available here . Hear an interesting ad? Learn more about our advertis...

Dear Yan, Here in the exotic, faraway lands of Singapore, there are whispers of a new episode of Comic Sans: one about colonialism, political intrigue — and vampires?! I do not know what to make of this news, and long for your advice, old friend. Come, let us venture down to " These Savage Shores " by Ram V, Sumit Kumar, Vittorio Astone, and Aditya Bidikar, and see for ourselves what creatures roa...

Yabba-dabba-doo! Outside cave, history move forward. But Cave Man Yan and Cave Man Nat watching shadows of puppets on wall name " Flintstones " by Mark Russell, Steve Pugh, and Chris Chuckry. "Hey!" say Cave Man Nat. "Why we back in cave?!" "Because," say Cave Man Yan. "Although only shadow — perhaps puppet story teach deeper truth about world." "Nice," say Cave Man Nat. "Comic Sans Season 3 start...

MERCH ALERT: Buy the Comic Sans paneling journal here while stocks last! Quiet on set—it's the inaugural Comic Sans video episode ! Time and tide wait for no man, especially not Yan and Nat as they read Richard McGuire's groundbreaking comic " Here ". Then watch the tables finally turn on the boys as they sharpen their pencils and draw their very own comics. --- In this episode, Nat reads the orig...

Yan makes a haunting appearance on the Halloween special of Escape the Mojoverse , an X-Men comics podcast where hosts Matt and Allison do fun and insightful deep dives into mutant lore. If you like Comic Sans, we think you'll love Escape the Mojoverse! Check them out wherever you get your podcasts . --- This week on a very spooky episode of Escape the Mojoverse, we talk about the monster that lur...

Comedy writer Jordan Morris brings Yan and Nat to the grindhouse with "X-Terminators" by Leah Williams and Carlos Gómez. Can Yan handle being the second-biggest X-Fan in the room? Can Nat name more than three X-Men? Enter the arena, fighters! The show is about to start... 00:00 - Welcome, Jordan! 09:30 - Jordan 'Mor-rant': Comic Fun-damentals 16:50 - Yan and Nat Recap X-Terminators 20:17 - Discuss...

Watch the extended edition of this episode with over 10 minutes of all-new content! IT'S A TRIPLE THREAT! Cartoonist and educator Beth Hetland storms into the ring, folks, taking Yan and Nat by surprise. And what's she got with her? She's—OH MY GOD! It's " Black Hole " by Charles Burns! She's taken over the comics half! Can Nat survive another horror comic? Will Yan finally get taken to school? Th...

In this season finale, Yan brings things full circle with " Daredevil " by Brian Michael Bendis and David Mack. It's a rematch between "Nat Murdock" and the "Yan Without Fear" in this explosive episode! Say it with us now—Daredevil Sans! Daredevil Sans! Daredevil Sans! --- In this episode, Nat reads most of the Daredevil: Wake Up arc, namely Issues #16, #18, and #19 of Daredevil (1998). Transcript...

Bear witness to the mythic rise and tragic fall of our two hosts as they read the comic book classic “ Asterios Polyp ” by David Mazzucchelli. --- In this episode, Nat reads the first six chapters, or until the image of a mosquito. Transcript and bibliography available here . Hear an interesting ad? Learn more about our advertisers here . If you enjoyed the show, consider supporting us on Patreon...

In this heart-pounding installment of Comic Sans, can a plucky young Nat hold his own against TWO mangas in one episode? Perhaps if he taps into the power of his friends — and Yan — he can use his ultimate bloodline technique to reveal why he's reading both " Bleach " by Tite Kubo and " Jujutsu Kaisen " by Gege Akutami. --- In this episode, Nat reads the first chapters of Bleach and Jujutsu Kaisen...

In this XXX-tra special episode, Yan and Nat enter the time-stopped, salaciously sparkly world of " Sex Criminals " by Matt Fraction and Chip Zdarsky. Will Nat see the appeal of raunchy comedy in comics? Will any reputable brand want to sponsor this episode? Your guess is as good as ours! --- In this episode, Nat reads Issues #1, #2, and a bit of #3. Transcript and bibliography available here . He...

Yan pays a midnight visit to Nat, haunting him with visions of " Gideon Falls " by Jeff Lemire and Andrea Sorrentino. Will Yan manage to sell Nat on the power of paneled frights, or will Nat have to mute the conversation to escape? --- In this episode, Nat reads Issue #1. Transcript and bibliography available here . Hear an interesting ad? Learn more about our advertisers here . If you enjoyed the...

Yan and Nat take an evening stroll under a concerningly large moon, reading " This One Summer " by Mariko Tamaki and Jillian Tamaki. Will Yan manage to explain the difference between a teenager and a young adult? Will Nat leave with an appreciation for the book’s bittersweet reflection on youth? Time will tell, dear listener... time will tell. --- In this episode, Nat reads pages 43–85 and 96–112....

Yan drags an unwitting Nat into the wild and fantastical world of “ Solo Leveling ” by Chugong, Dubu, and h-goon. But will Nat learn to tell his isekais apart from his izakayas, or will he get Yan to join him in mourning his dearly departed vampire crab? --- In this episode, Nat reads Solo Leveling across three mediums: Chapters 1, 11, and 17 of the manhwa , parts of the original light novel by Ch...

In this Season 2 premiere, Yan corners Nat in a figurative back-alley with an unrelentingly obsessive quest. That’s right: Yan won’t rest until he’s done gushing about “ Daredevil ” by Mark Waid and Chris Samnee. Will Yan be able to give Nat a sliver of insight into this multifaceted and fan favorite character, or will Nat get carried away making car noises while reading a chase scene? --- In this...

In this extra special Comic Sans bonus episode, Yan and Nat are forced to respond to a staggering accusation by The Signal Awards when they are nominated for "Best Buddy Podcast." After a moment's consideration, Yan is reminded of two thought-provoking stories from " Superman: Red & Blue ". Will Yan be able to deliver a stunning meditation on what it means to be a "best buddy," or will Nat con...

This Comic-Con season, Yan takes Nat on a journey through the history of Comic-Con to answer two surprisingly tricky questions: what is Comic-Con, and who is it really for anyway? --- In this episode, Yan listens to the podcast Comic-Con Begins on SiriusXM, created and directed by Mathew Klickstein. Transcript and bibliography available here . Hear an interesting ad? Learn more about our advertise...

In this very special Comic Sans bonus episode, Yan and Nat return to the recording room to discuss the recent release of "Across the Spider-Verse." Yan reflects on the ways the film remixes and elevates its source material, while Nat unleashes one of the most controversial takes he's ever brought to the show. Will Yan survive? --- In this episode, Nat and Yan watch Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Ve...

In the Season 1 finale, Yan takes the longest transatlantic flight in the world to introduce Nat to one of his all-time favorite comics: Bryan Lee O'Malley's " Scott Pilgrim ". Yan reflects on the role of passion in the creative process, while Nat is forced to answer a monumental question: has he learned anything at all about comics? --- In this episode, Nat reads Chapter 5 (in Vol. 1) and Chapter...

Yan serves as Nat's guide through the wild and wondrous adventures of Mike Mignola's " Hellboy ". Yan discusses the significance of creator-owned characters like the titular horned hero, while Nat is thoroughly alarmed by a monkey with a gun. --- In this episode, Nat reads three Hellboy stories: The Corpse , Pancakes , and Box Full of Evil . Transcript and bibliography available here . Hear an int...

Yan drops Nat headfirst into an exciting new comic format with the webtoon " Lore Olympus " by Rachel Smythe. Yan discusses the ways in which it became an instant classic by playing into its vertical form, while Nat stares at it with sparkly-eyed awe. --- In this episode, Nat reads nine episodes of Lore Olympus — Episodes 1, 6, 7, 8, 18, 23, 25, 27, and 28. Transcript and bibliography available he...

Yan ropes Nat into a comic that changed superhero storytelling forever: " Watchmen " by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons. Yan discusses the ways in which the book has been both interpreted and misinterpreted, and Nat is utterly transfixed by a glowing blue man in the nude. --- In this episode, Nat reads Issue #2: Absent Friends and Issue #4: Watchmaker. Transcript and bibliography available here . Hear...

Yan introduces Nat to a childhood-defining classic: " The Adventures of Tintin " by Hergé. Yan makes an argument for the series as a cultural snapshot of early-to-mid 20th century Belgium, while Nat is captivated by Snowy the Dog. --- In this episode, Nat reads Album #20: Tintin in Tibet. Transcript and bibliography available here . Hear an interesting ad? Learn more about our advertisers here . I...