Comic Zone

Vincent chats with John Dolmayan, drummer of System of a Down and owner of Torpedo Comics.   They explore their friendship from Wondercon 1995, the early days of the comic book industry, and the challenges of running a comic store.   John shares insights on balancing his passion for comics with his music career, the importance of perseverance, and the influence of their immigrant backgrounds.   •...

In this episode of The Comic Zone, Vincent welcomes Kevin Eastman, co-creator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, to discuss the origins of the turtles, the challenges of independent comic publishing, and the impact of fan support. Kevin shares insights into his work with Heavy Metal magazine and his experiences with Hollywood adaptations of TMNT.   * This episode was originally released on April...

Vincent and Andres explore the origins and revival of the Comic Zone Podcast. They reflect on the show's beginnings on World Talk Radio, discuss remastering classic episodes with legends like Stan Lee and Will Eisner, and announce plans for new interviews with modern creators and pop culture figures. Vincent also shares insights into his work with Metropolis and his comic book, "The Addic...

Vincent chats with the legendary Stan Lee about his beginnings at Timely Comics, collaborations with Jack Kirby and Steve Ditko, and the creation of iconic heroes like Spider-Man and Daredevil. They also discuss Stan’s famous quotes, cameo appearances in Marvel films, his new ventures with Pow Pow Entertainment, and the importance of diverse role models in comics.   * This episode was originally r...

Vincent welcomes the incredible Jim Steranko. In this episode Jim shares his amazing journey from creating the iconic Nick Fury comics to working on blockbuster films like Raiders of the Lost Ark. He talks about his thoughts on today’s comics, highlights some of his favorite modern works, and tells us about his special Spirit of America Scholarship Fund, which helps 9/11 victims’ children pursue t...

In this episode of the Comic Zone, Vincent welcomes renowned comic book historian Arlen Schumer to discuss his new book, The Silver Age of Comic Book Art. Arlen shares his passion for showcasing the stunning artwork of 1960s comics and how it mirrors the era's cultural shifts, from the optimistic Kennedy years to the psychedelic counterculture. They explore the origins of Spider-Man, highlighting...

Join Vincent as he sits down with Danny Simmons, talented artist and the older brother of Russell Simmons from Def Jam and Rev Run from Run–D.M.C. Danny shares his journey producing HBO’s Def Poetry Jam, his love for comic books, and his unique art style that mixes African influences with abstract expressionism. He also talks about his family's rich legacy in the arts and offers great tips for any...

Join Vincent as he reconnects with John Snyder, President of Diamond International Gallery, for a friendly and relaxed conversation about all things comics and collectibles. Throughout the episode, they share stories about how they got started in the hobby, what they love to collect, and the excitement of discovering new items. They also touch on how marketing and advertising shape the world of co...