Comic Talk Cafe

Jonathan Rachel, and Logan breakdown what made this movie good and what could have been better. Warning, spoilers ahead!

Jonathan, Rachel, and Logan talk about the first episode of Spider Nior and the movie, The Manalorian and Grogu.

Jonathan reviews the one-shot comic "Tales of the Green Lantern Corps: Guy Gardner," describing it as a standalone misadventure that references ongoing Green Lantern events but doesn't require deep continuity knowledge. He notes a framing narration from a Green Lantern internal affairs perspective, characterizing Guy as both the best and worst Green Lantern, which highlights his heroic moments and...

Jonathan gives his thoughts on the latest DC and Sonic crossover.

Jonathan gives his picks for DC books in July 2026

Jonathan gives his picks for Marvel Books in July 2026

Jonathan reviews Amazing Spider-man 28!

Jonathan talks about his picks for DC comics in June 2026.

Jonathan picks his favorites from Marvel this June 2026.

in this episode of comic talk cafe the crew talk about some of the latest trailers from upcoming shows and movies along with the news about the development of the Firefly animated series. 

The whole crew is back after a long hiatus! We talke about the new Iron Man comic relaunch, a new Rocketeer story and the latest Megaman X comic.

Out-of-Theater Review: Fantastic Four First Steps   In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, Jonathan, Rachel, and Logan give their out-of-theater reactions to the movie 'Fantastic Four First Steps.' The team provides a detailed review, noting the film's adherence to comic book lore, character development, and overall pacing. They all agree that the fantastic casting and special effects make it a solid...

Superman: James Gunn's Vision Comes to Life - Out of Theater Reactions In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, Jonathan, Rachel, and Logan share their enthusiastic out-of-theater reactions to James Gunn's new Superman movie. They discuss their initial thoughts and feelings about the film, the performances of the actors, and the movie's ability to bring the DC Universe to life. They also touch on the e...

Heroes Con 2025 Recap & Highlights! Join Jonathan, Rachel, and Logan as they dive into their experiences at Heroes Con 2025. They discuss the cool artwork they picked up, including pieces, and shout out various artists they met. The crew shares insights into panels they attended, meeting notable personalities like, Chris Claremont, and Nick Dragotta. Tune in to hear their takeaways from dynamic fi...

Review of 'Dawn of the Black Axe' Issue 2   Jonathan provides a quick review of 'Dawn of the Black Axe' Issue 2, detailing Broderick's ongoing quest to eliminate the five vile snake beasts. The narrative explores Broderick's internal struggle and the reappearance of his elk friend, culminating in his encounter with a poisonous snake. The review also mentions behind-the-scenes insights into the col...

Marvel Comics Preview for July 2023   In this episode, Jonathan provides an in-depth overview of the Marvel comics shipping in July 2023, as featured in Marvel Previews Number 44. Highlights include 'Fantastic Four #1' by Ryan North with art by Humberto Ramos, which is anticipated as a major release. Other significant titles discussed are 'Captain America #1' by Chip Zdarsky, 'Godzilla Destroys th...

DC Comics July Releases Overview with Jonathan   In this episode, Jonathan provides a preview of upcoming DC comics set to be released in July. Highlighted titles include the return of Gotham City Sirens, new issues in the Batman and Superman series, Absolute editions for Batman, Green Lantern, and Martian Manhunter, as well as an exciting Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong crossover. Jonathan a...

Thunderbolts Review: The New Avengers' Surprising Twist   In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, hosts Jonathan, Rachel, and Logan dive into a detailed review of the recently released Marvel film 'Thunderbolts', which is officially revealed as 'The New Avengers'. They discuss their initial thoughts, highlighting the film's focus on major characters like the Sentry and Elena, while touching on the und...

Summer of Superman Special: An In-Depth Review   In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, hosts Jonathan, Logan, and Rachel provide an insightful discussion about the 'Summer of Superman Special'. They discuss the significance of the special issue as a springboard for new Superman storylines, creative teams, and upcoming comics. The episode details the three-chapter special, highlighting key plot point...

Quick Review: Mouse Guard - Dawn of the Black Axe   Jonathan presents a detailed review of 'Mouse Guard: Dawn of the Black Axe,' featuring artwork by Gabriel Rodriguez and writing and colors by David Peterson. The book explores the origin of the black ax and its first wielder, offering rich visuals and engaging storytelling in a unique square format. Despite differences in art styles, Rodriguez's...

Comic Talk Cafe: Reviewing The Amazing Spider-Man #1 (Legacy 965) In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, the crew gathers to discuss the latest issue of The Amazing Spider-Man, #1 (Legacy 965). They explore the story's direction, character dynamics, and expressive artwork by Joe Kelly and Pepe Laraz, while highlighting the contributions of John Romita Jr. for the backup story. The discussion covers P...

April's Must-Read DC Comics: A Comprehensive Overview In this episode, Jonathan dives into the details of the DC books slated for release in April, as featured in the February issue of DC Connect. He highlights 'The Summer of Superman Begins' special, new developments in 'Superman 25,' and ongoing series such as 'Action Comics,' 'Batman 159,' and 'Green Lantern 22.' Jonathan also shares his excite...

April 2023 Marvel Comics Preview In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, Jonathan provides an overview of Marvel comics shipping in April 2023. Highlights include the launch of 'Amazing Spider-Man #1' by Joe Kelly, Pepe Larraz, and John Romita Jr., and a wraparound cover by Pepe. Other major releases include 'Godzilla vs. The Incredible Hulk,' 'Daredevil: A Cold Day in Hell,' and various 'One World Un...

Rocketfellers Issue #1 Review - A Sci-Fi Family Adventure   Jonathan reviews 'The Rocketfellers', a comic by Peter J. Tomasi and Francis Manipal. Set in the 25th century, the Rockefeller family discovers a secret that puts humanity's fate in their hands. Fleeing to present-day Earth, they must learn to trust each other in a strange, ancient world. The comic features three generations and a dog, re...

Green Lantern & Arrow Special and The Batman & Robin Memento Arc   In this episode, Jonathan and Rachel kick off the first recording of the year discussing two main stories from the DC Universe. They start with a special standalone issue of Green Lantern and Green Arrow which revisits their encounter with Deathstroke. The episode highlights the storyline's fun, independent nature and praises its e...