Comic Book Central

Actor Derek Mears – Swamp Thing himself – takes root in the Comic Book Central Lair to talk about becoming Swampy for the DC Universe series. We'll also chat about his time as a supervillain on The Flash, meeting Harrison Ford on the set of Indiana Jones, and how improv comedy helped him bring the mighty muck monster to life! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for inform...

Legendary writer/producer J. Michael Straczynski is here! Joe talks about the origins of Babylon 5, commendations and controversy over his classic Spider-Man tales, how He-Man opened the door to Hollywood, his return to comics with AWA Studios, and how a strange visitor from another planet helped him survive unimaginable horrors as a child...and inspired him to become one of the greatest storytell...

Celebrating the 30th anniversary of the Batman feature film with the amazing talent behind the comic book adaptation, Jerry Ordway! We'll also talk about his epic graphic novel, The Power of Shazam! PLUS – a TerrifiCon preview with the man behind the terrific comic convention – Mitch Hallock! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

The superhero police officer from the world of Marvel's Luke Cage, Defenders, and Iron Fist is here! Simone Missick talks about the influences she channeled in bringing Misty Knight to life, her thoughts on Daughters of the Dragon, and she gives us a preview of her latest crime-fighting character – Judge Lola Carmichael on the CBS series, All Rise! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm...

Level 10 clearance is granted when my special guest, Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. writer/executive producer Craig Titley drops by! We're chatting about his most memorable episodes of the series, how his fandom nearly lost him the gig, his “wish” superhero from the Marvel movies, working with Joe Dante and George Lucas, his disdain for Scrappy-Doo, his love of The Cape, and his comic book / rock...

Voice artist Kat Cressida is here to talk about scaring you at Disney's Haunted Mansion, delighting you with Toy Story and Dexter's Laboratory, and inspiring you with the story of her real-life challenge! It's the exclusive interview you'll hear ONLY on Comic Book Central! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data fo...

From iconic CrossFit champ to Amazonian warrior to supervillain – talk about cross-training! Actress/athlete Brooke Ence drops by to talk about her time on the battlefield in the blockbuster films Wonder Woman and Justice League...and taking on Black Lightning as New Wave! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data fo...

Narf! From Pinky and the Brain, Animaniacs, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and so many TV shows, movies, and video games – the great Rob Paulsen is here! Rob talks about giving voice to these classic characters, working with Mels (Blanc and Brooks), and taking on biggest fight of his life – defeating cancer. It's the in-depth, exclusive interview you'll hear only on Comic Book Central! Hosted by Si...

Actress, writer, filmmaker Christina Wren is here! We know how she feels about Superman, but how does she feel about a certain emerald-clad superhero and dressing in pink spandex? Find out as we talk Man of Steel, Batman v Superman and MUCH more, including her new comedy series – Hicksters! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use o...

Hail to the Chief! Hollywood legend Bruce Boxleitner stops by to discuss his recent appearance as the President on the hit superhero series, Supergirl! Plus – we'll revisit some of his classic roles from Bring 'em Back Alive, Scarecrow & Mrs. King, Babylon 5, and of course...Tron! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of pers...

Sam Witwer – fanboy and Emmy-nominated actor – has brought many comic book and sci-fi characters to life. Doomsday, Darth Maul, Agent Liberty...and today, he's in the Comic Book Central Lair to talk all about 'em! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hartley Sawyer has arrived! He's stretching out and relaxing in the Lair to discuss bringing Ralph Dibny, aka Elongated Man, to life on the hit CW series, The Flash. PLUS – learn more about the superheroic work he's doing with LA Animal Services! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Emmy-winning actor Jon Cryer is my guest this week! Jon joins me in the Lair to talk about becoming the bald, brilliant, and BAD DC Comics supervillain Lex Luthor on the hit CW series, Supergirl. PLUS – we'll take a look back at Superman IV when he played Lenny Luthor alongside Gene Hackman's Lex! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection an...

From The Umbrella Academy, my guest this week is Jordan Claire Robbins! Jordan brings the character of Grace (aka “Mom”) to life on the hit Netflix adaptation of the cool and crazy comic book series! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The sound of thunder and the flash of lightning means that a member of the Shazam family is here! Talented actress Michelle Borth chats about bringing Mary Marvel (yes, Mary MARVEL) to life in the blockbuster film. In this in-depth and revealing conversation, Michelle talks about becoming a superhero, working with Shazam star Zachary Levi, and how acting saved her life. It's the interview you'll h...

From Wall Street whiz kid to superhero sidekick! The funny and fantastically-talented Adam Tsekhman drops by to talk about how he gave up a career in finance to become an actor – leading to his Legends of Tomorrow fan-fave character, Gary Green. Things are about to get time-trippy! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of persona...

From the world of the CW's Black Lightning, the big baddie from BOTH seasons, multitalented artist Marvin “Krondon” Jones III is in the Lair talkin' about his life growing up in South Central LA, his career as a rap musician, AND how he brings comic book villain Tobias Whale to life each week on Black Lightning! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about ou...

Ay caramba! The one and only Nancy Cartwright - the voice of Bart Simpson and MANY other characters – stops by to celebrate 30 seasons of The Simpsons AND her first episode of the series as writer! So don't have a cow, man...but DO check out our lively chat! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

He's a man on the edge – Morgan Edge, that is! Actor Adrian Pasdar returns to the Lair to talk about the latest comic character he's bringing to life on the CW's Supergirl. PLUS – we'll get the inside scoop on how he went from General Talbot on Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. to the supervillain Graviton! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our colle...

My adventure at Wizard World Cleveland with special guests Kevin Conroy (Batman), Chad Michael Murray (Riverdale), John Glover (Smallville & SHAZAM), Alaina Huffman (Smallville), producer Byron Burton, Wizard World's Jerry Milani, and...SUPER moments from the Smallville Q&A featuring John Glover, Alaina Huffman, Tom Welling, Michael Rosenbaum, and Laura Vandervoort! Hosted by Simplecast, a...

The doctor is IN! The electric Jennifer Riker is here to chat about her role as the evil Dr. Helga Jace on the CW hit, Black Lightning! PLUS – we'll talk about her upcoming role in Dave Bautista's feature film, Stuber – which I can only assume is my life story! Photo courtesy The Anderson Group, Tom Fahey Images TM & copyright © The CW, DC Comics Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See p...

Legendary actor John Glover ridiculed Batman as The Riddler, got a killer kiss from Poison Ivy, and took evil to a new level as Lionel Luthor on Smallville. Today, he drops by to talk about those classic roles, working with Rosenbaum and Reeve, AND....we'll address those Shazam rumors! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of per...

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The incomparable Kelly Hu is here this week to talk about slicin' and dicin' Wolverine in X2 as Lady Deathstrike and throwin' down with Arrow as China White! PLUS – her latest gig on Seth MacFarlane's sci-fi hit, The Orville! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lady Jaye! Lois Lane! Wonder Woman! Mary McDonald Lewis is my guest this week, and she brought those (and many more) iconic characters to animated life! She's also one of the most sought-after dialect coaches in the world. Now, she brings her voice to Comic Book Central. Will she give me a Yo, Joe? Find out! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our co...