Fantastic Comic Fan

Making his first appearance on the podcast, award-winning writer, playwright, educator, and Blackjack creator Alex Simmons joins us to discuss his work in independent and mainstream comics, from Marvel, DC, and Archie to his efforts to inspire future creators through storytelling and Kids Comic Con.   Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Making his first appearance on the podcast, veteran comic artist Ray Kryssing stops by to look back on his career, from the legendary Romita's Raiders program to his work on Batman, Robin, Superboy, Silver Surfer, and other fan-favorite comics.   Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Kevin Miller appears to talk about his trade The Crisis Companion. If you think you know everything there is to know about the 1985 DC event, Crisis on Infinite Earths, guess again! Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Editor Roger Ash returns to talk about Back Issue magazine. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Eric Nolen-Weathington joins me to discuss Jim Aparo: Brave & Bold Artist. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Amit Tishler is back to discuss Solar Sisters, an all-ages space adventure that mixes humor, heart, and a galaxy-sized dose of celebrity madness. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Jimmy Palmiotti joins the podcast to discuss Pop Kill: Big Candy, the latest chapter in his over-the-top crime satire where the Cola Wars have ended, and the Sugar Wars are just getting started.   Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Richard Comely talks about the early days of the direct market and all things Captain Canuck. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Mike Gustovich on Justice Machine and the early days of the direct market, exploring how his groundbreaking creator-owned superhero universe helped prove independent comics could thrive outside Marvel and DC. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Barry Kitson returns to talk about JLA: Year One Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Lloyd Smith from Blue Moon Comics joins me to talk about Western comic books.   Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Jimmy Palmiotti returns to talk Jonah Hex! Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Continuing my celebration of Big Bang Comics and Gary Carlson. I’m bringing back Michael Troy for the fun. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Continuing my celebration of Big Bang Comics and Gary Carlson!  I’m joined by first‑time guest, the iconic Mike Gustovich.   Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

The celebration of Gary Carlson and Big Bang Comics continues with creator Dan Reed. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Barry Kitson returns for a deep, behind‑the‑scenes dive into L.E.G.I.O.N., sharing fresh stories, sharp insights, and the kind of creator talk fans love. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

The celebration of Gary Carlson continues with Chris Ecker, from Big Bang Comics. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Starting our 5th‑anniversary celebration with a spotlight on Gary Carlson of Big Bang Comics. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Keith R.A. DeCandido joins me as today’s guest, a veteran prose author and pop‑culture journalist whose comics work spans Freaks & Geeks, Psion, and a wide range of media‑tie‑ins.   Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

The rest of my conversation with Peter Kuper on his bold political art, Kafka adaptations, and nearly three decades of Spy vs. Spy. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Amit Tishler joins me to break open Mad Cave’s Last Wardens, his richly built supernatural fantasy where ancient horrors, secret societies, and deeply flawed heroes collide in a world teetering between myth and modernity.   Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

G‑Man Comics creator Steve Butler joins the show, bringing the same veteran artistry that made his Marvel and DC work iconic to the bold visual style of their flagship heroes. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

Andy Mangels returns for a deep‑dive into his decades as a comics historian, writer, and editor, bringing fans more behind‑the‑scenes stories from one of the industry’s most knowledgeable voices.   Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website

A conversation with Peter Kuper on his bold political art, Kafka adaptations, and nearly three decades of Spy vs. Spy. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website  

A fun dive into Archie Comics, celebrating the characters, creators, and stories fans love from some Archie that I've read lately. Fantastic Comic Fan Podcast Website