Comic News Insider

Catching up on plenty of news and reviews including: Astonishing X-Men 16, Battlestar Galactica 1, Shazam, and Athena Voltaire.

This week we interview voice over artists Yuri Lowenthal and Tara Platt.  Both are on the animated series Naruto.  Their body of work is extensive in animation and the gaming industry.  Yuri and Tara share some great information on how they started out in the world of voice over recording.

Reviews on todays episode include, Claws, Deadman and The Boys.  News on Hulk2, Transformers, FF2, Batman2 and you'll weep about a rumored return of Thundercats. We also have our last interview from SDCC '06 with writer Antony Johnston of Wasteland. 

Our special anniversary show!  For our 50th episode, we review Wolverine Origins & the new Ultimate Avengers 2 DVD.  Lot's of news as always.  From the west coast, Blair Butler joins us to discuss some favorite titles.  In the studio with us is...John Cassaday!  John takes a moment out of his busy schedule to sit in on episode 50 and chat about work, life and Waco, Texas (don't ask, just listen). ...

Reviews of Living in Infamy 4 (last of the series), Xena #1 and Moon Knight (1-4).  News including: Wizard World Chicago announcements and Wizard Award winners, NY Comic Con announces Stan Lee.  Another of our special SDCC interviews, we have David Eick, Executive Producer of Battlestar Galactica!

Another interview from SDCC '06, Joss Whedon sits down with us and shares some insight on upcoming projects.  John Cassaday chimes in to the conversation as well!  We also review the newest issues of 52 and Joe rants about Civil War.

Our big 2006 San Diego Comic Con wrap up show.  We share our thoughts and stories of this years con.  And just to keep things exciting, we also have 2 great interviews for you!  First up is Rosario Dawson, and second is Blair Butler.

Joe is in the studio and Jimmy joins us on the phone from San Diego!  Already headed out early, Jimmy gives us an early report before the big Comic Con begins.  As always, plenty of good news to share including an exclusive bit of info about an unannounced signing at the show!

Review of Franklin Richard Son of a Genius Summer Spectacular.  Interview #1 is with Ben, the nephew of Paul Pope!  Ben tells us a bit about his favorite comics.  Interview #2 is with Bryan Fuller, producer of the upcoming SciFi animated Amazing Screw on Head (based on the comic by Mike Mignola).  Bryan is also a consulting producer on the upcoming NBC series, Heroes. 

Our official Superman Returns review.  Comic reviews of 52 Week 8 and Brave New World.  So much news to share:  Hulk 2, FF2, Wolverine (leaked script!), Ray Harryhausen unreleased works, Dragonlance animated feature and more. 

Chock full of news!  Wonder Woman, Transformers, Watchmen, Spidey 3, Iron Man.... We review Astonishing X-Men, Ultimates & Eternals.  Your 30 minute fix of comic news, reviews and Joe & Jimmy witty-ness.

Get ready Lost fans!  Our very special interview with actor Michael Emerson (aka Henry Gale) from Lost.  Our Q&A brings about interesting information that you'll want to hear.  Oh, we also review Civil War 2 and have some news to share. 

Reviews of Wonder Woman #1 & Civil War: Frontline.  Follow up from MOCCA NY.  Plenty of comic, animation, film news.  We also have an interview with Punky Bruiser, one of the rollergirls from the A&E reality series, Rollergirls.  Rollergirls?  Comics?  What's the connection?  Tune in and find out!

Bonus Episode!  Author Paul Malmont, discusses his new novel with us, The Chinatown Death Cloud Peril.  A great pulp style novel set in 1930's NY, with a cast of familiar characters.  Take a listen and pick up the book. Also, we have another, Converting to Comicdon  episode where we have a non-comic reader review some comic titles.

Lots of news to cover: Avi Arad quits, Spiderman 3 villains, Speed Racer movie?, AVP2 (say it isn't so), Watchmen movie? We also have a chance to chat with actor, comedian, voice over artist Patton Oswalt.  Very funny stuff. 

Reviews of Digital Webbing Presents...comics.  Our official review of X-Men 3: The Last Stand.  Tons of news!  Clerks at Cannes, Ghostbusters 3, new Batgirl comic, yet one more version of Blade Runner and so much more.

Special guest, Unemployed Skeletor comes by the studio to share with us some "special" information and tidbits.  Joe & Jimmy review DC's 52.  Lot's of news including an inside scoop on the upcomming Astonishing X-Men!  Don't miss it!

This week we review, Civil War & Infinite Crisis.  News on Star Trek movie, Iron Man & the great $10,000 ebay scam!  We have a special interview with SciFi Channel contestant Artemis, who is in the running for the upcoming program, "Who Wants to be a Superhero?".  Listen to the interview and vote for her!

Reviews of Astonishing Xmen, New Avengers Annual & Villains United.  Discussions of Wizard Magazine summer recap, Iron Man Movie, Hulk 2, new Battlestar Galactica series and more!  Also, Jimmy had his first pony ride (although he claims it was a horse).

Sposored by Goya...well, not really.  Jimmy and Joe review Bite Club and Ex Machina Special #1.  Tons of great comic and movie news, fan comments, and more!  Oh, and a Superman Barbie doll?  Be afraid.  

Reviews on Batman Year 100 Part 3 and Ultimate Extinction.  Also, our friend Mike joins in on the show as our "Manga Reporter".  Mike discusses several titles including Monster, Dragon Head, The Push Man... and more!  Also some interesting Manga and Anime news.  

Comic book legend, Jerry Robinson!  Best known for his work on Batman (including creating the Joker and co-creating Robin), Jerry Robinson is a part of comic book history.  Joe and Jimmy were honored to have the opportunity to speak with him.  Jerry shares some great stories on how it all started!

Voice artist Olivia D'Abo joins Joe and Jimmy for this special episode.  Olivia voices several great animated series including Tarzan, Batman Beyond, Justice League, Invader Zim and Ultimate Avengers!  Enjoy!

Comic Reviews: All Star Superman 3, Tag & Bink, New Avengers: Illuminati & FF Road to Civil War.  Lot's of TV & Movie news including: Aquaman, Simpsons, Superman, Flash and more!  Joe has a cold and Jimmy has a new mic.  Oh, and what happened to Julio?!

Comic Conversion! Jimmy introduces comics to a female non-comic reader...and she likes it! Guest Ashley joins us at the studio to chat about her thoughts on Y the Last Man, Ultimate Spiderman and Painkiller Jane. We also discuss Wonder Woman rumors and that oh so funny Return of Chef South Park episode.