Comics In Motion

Ria and Alyson discuss the first episode of HBO's The Last of Us, talking about the amazing cast, world building and the scenes that most resonated with them. Over the next eight weeks, Ria will be discussing each episode, and trying not to geek out too much, every week with various guests. The Last of Us is based on the critically acclaimed game by Naughty Dog. The show s...

In this episode, we're joined by Matt B Lloyd, to answer the question 'Who is Mr Terrific?'. First appearing for DC Comics in 1942, Mr Terrific is actually two different characters, with the second appearing in 1997. Both found their way to crimefighting in unexpected ways but quickly grew into the role. Terry Sloane, then Michael Holt, are both non-super-powered characters trying to do their best...

APHRA IMPRISONED IN HER OWN MIND WHILE THE SPARK ETERNAL RUNS RAMPANT! For ep 117, Mike delves into the 5 issues of Doctor Aphra set after Crimson Reign, but before the Hidden Empire crossover event, which features an ancient being called the Spark Eternal possessing Aphra, trapping her inside her own memories with no one to speak with aside from a long-dead Chadra-Fan. While this unfolds, Sana St...

Today's episode is brought to you by Reburn.   Please, treat yourself this holiday and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic . If you want to talk to Tony or sign up for his newsletter, check out his website. www.arfarina.com A new graphic novel by Abi Behe, TJ Behe and Taka Out Spring 2023 from Markosia A social hack shifts control of dark web app Contraband to any top influencer - and no...

Welcome, to the Super Draft! In this episode, Tony (Indie Comics Spotlight) and Maffs (Projects coming soon) go head to head to pick their best teams of 5 Villains. To see the final teams and vote for which you think is the best, head to Comicsinmotionp on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/comicsinmotionp Let us know your thoughts and tell us who you would have picked. May the best team win!...

It’s the finale of the three part re-introduction of the Seven Soldiers of Victory. The Justice League and Justice Society team up to discover what happened to these missing Golden Age Heroes. Who will pay the ultimate price to bring the Seven Soldiers back! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to ClassicComicsMBL@gmail.com . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and...

A new show awakens! After mentioning it on the Andor discussion finale, Dave, Maff & Mike have all decided to launch a new show here on Comics In Motion, where they watch all four seasons of the animated show Star Wars: Rebels (found on Disney+)! The first episode should be out in February 2023 and subsequent releases will likely be around 1-2 months afterwards. Please send us your questions,...

PHASE 2 OF THE HIGH REPUBLIC KICKS OFF WITH A CULT, A CONSPIRACY & CHAOS! Path Of Deceit is the focus of this episode; where Mike provides an overview of Phase 2 of The High Republic, before providing his spoiler-free thoughts on the novel. He then provides more information on the book, before giving a spoiler-warning his spoiler-filled thoughts, giving an overview of the book’s plot, some con...

Check out Ben's Website Check out Gavin's Etsy Check out Spider-Dan's website Check out Tony's Website 1941. After discovering Santa Claus' factory, the Nazis enslave the elves, incapacitate Santa and convert the factory into a factory of war. two of Santa's helpers escape to London to brief Churchill, who creates a commando unit to take the factory back. Santa Claus vs the Nazis on GoodReads Sant...

You may ask 'Who is Tim Drake?' Well, Tony Farina is ready and waiting with the answer! Created by Marv Wolfman and Pat Broderick, Tim first appeared in Batman 436 in 1989. By proving his worth to a reluctant Dark Knight, Tim would become Batman's new Robin by 1990. Tony shares with us why he loves this character so much, giving a background to Tim's conflicted journey. Be sure to listen! Find mor...

Ria, Katie and Carl discuss the second episode of HBO's The Last of Us, talking about Ellie and Joel's relationship, Tess's character arc and everyone's favourite frog. We discuss spoilers for future episodes of the TV and game at around the 53:05 minute mark until 59:07 minutes. Ria will be discussing each episode, and trying not to geek out too much, every week with various g...

Today's episode is brought to you by Reburn.   Please, treat yourself this holiday and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic . Check out Tony's chat with Jack (not JAC) on the comic Paper Girls .  Alyson, Ria, and Tony do a deep dive into the Amazon TV show based on the best-selling comic book.  SAVE PAPER GIRLS!

For a special video version of this very special podcast, swing over to the Comics in Motion You Tube Channel.   The Christmas Spirit of 1940: Black Henry and Simple Simon. It’s a special bonus Christmas Episode as we look at the first Christmas Spirit story by Will Eisner. It was a holiday tradition for Eisner to have the Spirit step aside and let the Spirit of Christmas fight crime. This is...

AS WE CELEBRATE THE 100TH STAR WARS COMIC, CHARLES SOULE RELEASES FOUR SHORT STORIES! For ep 116, Star Wars 25 is the focus, where we celebrate Charles Soule’s 100th SW comic script with stories connected to his previous runs, including Obi-Wan teaching Anakin a lesson after The Phantom Menace, Vader fighting Palpatine after Revenge Of The Sith, Kylo Ren searching for Luke Skywalker after The Last...

Tony and Blake try to fix racism and fail (of course), but they have a thoughtful conversation.  Check out all the info about Tintin in the Congo here.

Who on earth is Dick Grayson? In an attempt to answer this very question, I'm joined by the wonderful Heath Fodor! Created by Bill Finger and Bob Kane, Dick first appeared in comic books in April 1940, Detective Comics #38. He quickly became the very first Robin, assisting Batman in his crime-fighting adventures. Dick has become a fan favourite, with a generation of comic book readers identifying...

It all began here in 1939, the issue that launched the company that would become Marvel Comics. In this issue we meet the first two stars of Timely Comics, the Human Torch and the Sub-Mariner! It’s a run through of the issue as Classic Comics looks at this historic issue from the Golden Age of Comics. You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to ClassicComicsMBL@gmail.com ....

As 2022 comes to a close, it’s time for a Disney Discussions Christmas special , where your four hosts tackle 5 “classic” movies; A Nightmare Before Christmas, The Muppet Christmas Carol, Santa Clause 1 & 2 and Ernest Saves Christmas ! We lightly compare these movies to each other, confirming which are our favourites and why, if they have stood the test of time, how they deal with the holiday...

A YOUNG OBI-WAN MUST FEND FOR HIMSELF ON A STRANGE NEW WORLD! This week Mike embarks on a book review for Padawan by Kiersten White; a novel centred around a young Obi-Wan Kenobi shortly after being taken on as a padawan by Qui-Gon Jinn. Obi-Wan travels to a new world, after being guided by a Jedi from the High Republic, he meets a group of children who seem to have strange force abilities, but th...

Two seasoned players, two new players and one invested observer gather round a battered, blood stained table to discuss one of the greatest video games ever made, The Last of Us. In this epic discussion they talk about the impact of the game on them as players, representations of violence and why Joel and Ellie make such interesting protagonists. The Last of Us was developed by Naughty D...

Today's episode is brought to you by Reburn.   Please, treat yourself this holiday and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic .  Mike and Tony talk Miracle Man. It is about to get real.  Nuf Said. You can find all of Tony's writings and musings at @arfarina | Linktree You can find all of Mike’s podcast shows & his social media details here: https://linktr.ee/GenuineChitChat

Welcome, to the Super Draft! In this episode, Dan (Pop Guerillas) and Dan (Spider-Dan and the secret bores) go head to head to pick their best teams of 5 Dans. To see the final teams and vote for which you think is the best, head to Comicsinmotionp on Twitter:  https://twitter.com/comicsinmotionp Let us know your thoughts and tell us who you would have picked. May the best team win! A fu...

It’s part two of the three part re-introduction of the Seven Soldiers of Victory. The Justice League and Justice Society team up to discover what happened to these missing Golden Age Heroes. After the mysterious introduction of the Hand, the two teams must try and get to the bottom of it as they recover the lost heroes! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to ClassicCom...

CRIMSON DAWN AGENTS DISCOVER THE SECOND DEATH STAR! For ep 115, Mike delves into the 4 issues of Star Wars set after Crimson Reign, but before the Hidden Empire crossover event (excluding SW 25), where some Crimson Dawn undercover agents discover the DS-2 and work out where to go next, all while Luke continues to grow his strength as a Jedi and an auction takes place to obtain some ancient High Re...

Today's episode is brought to you by Reburn.   Please, treat yourself this holiday and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic . These Vicious Masks Tarun Shanker   Kelly Zekas   England, 1882. Evelyn is bored with society and its expectations. So when her beloved sister, Rose, mysteriously vanishes, she ignores her parents and travels to London to find her, accompanied by the dash...