Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.

We are finally back with another episode. It's been a while. This week I am joined by buddy and podcaster Eamonn Clarke to discuss the brilliant cartoonist Ralph STEADman.  We get into his life, his art, his philosophy an his meeting of minds with Hunter S. Thompson. Have a listen out for some of our sources at the end of the episode. We also chat about what a great loss to the comics world that w...

This week Tony invited Pod-Brother and comic creator Dan Butcher on for a chat. The pair discuss his new Kickstarter 'VYPER - Red Shadow' alongside the bad movies and eighties tv series that inspired it. This is quite the ride. This is a must back project that is full of great art, action and comedy. It's live for only another six days so go HERE and pledge! Many thanks for listening.   

This week Tony is joined by the lads from TBH Comics to talk about their new Kickstarter. Dan Butcher , Kieran Squires , Cliff Cumber and Dan Charnley are all in the house and causing bloody mayhem. Hear them chat about this new project and the nature and craft of horror comics. There are also loads of recommendations suitable for this October/Halloween season. Not to be missed and you can find Gr...

This week the NIA pod returns with the Artists Braintrust of Ian Ashcroft and Cliff Cumber.  Both are fresh from tabling in the UK and the US and swap thoughts, experiences and tips. We also investigate what inspires these fine fellows. Lots to unpack on this one. You can find Cliff and his art online here . And more saucy art from Ian right here . Many thanks for listening. 

This week Tony is re-joined by Eamonn Clarke and Alan Henderson to talk about the artist that The Comics Journal calls 'The foremost underground style artist in the UK'.  The boys discuss all Hunt's various projects from all areas of publishing - from 'The Fortean Times', to 'The Beano', his work for Knockabout Press and even his long running strip for 'Fiesta Magazine'. Truly a man of the people....

This week comics cartoonist, podcaster and scholar Johnny Cannon joins Tony to chat about all things comics with an emphasis on what influences us as comics makers. Be warned - We get pretty deep and dance off in all directions. Big thanks to Johnny - you can find all his comics by clicking on this link . You can also have a listen to his own comics podcast 'In Full Disclosure' right here .  Many...

This episode Tony is re-joined by the host of the Mega City Book Club Eamonn Clarke to talk about the third cartoonist in their Trilogy (of sorts) the legend that is Gerald Scarfe. This giant of cartooning, animation, stage design and more is discussed in detail. Plus mention of a few cocktails sipped at his London bar.  Not one to be missed.  Don't forget to go listen to some more histories of co...

This week Adam and Tony discuss five whole years of Tribute Press and launch the Spring catalogue Kickstarter live on the air.  You can also back this by going to this handy link!   Listen out for the post credits audio to a fellow Tribute chap who called in but wasn't answered!!! 

This week Tony is re-joined by his buddy Alan Henderson to chat all things DC Comics Presents #67.  In this issue Superman teams up with Santa to fight the rather creepy Toyman. The boys talk Curt Swan and the tradition of Santa in comics from the last eighty years. Alan also gives us some tips on his favourite books of the year. Have a listen and let us know your thoughts.  You can find Alan here...

On the new episode I welcome the guys from TBH Comics to dig into the makings of their new Horror Comics Kickstarter - Grim Scary Tales: New Nightmares . This is a great one to learn about what goes into both a horror comics anthology and how to work that pesky Kickstarter algorithm.  Have a listen to Kieron Squires, Damian Edwardson and Dan Butcher on their comics insights and a few blue jokes al...

This week myself and Eamonn talk about the cartooning genius that was Giles. We also take a trip to The University of Kent and meet with Christine who took us through their extensive collection from the man, the cartoonist, the farmer, the sailor, the humourist that is a British Institution. You can discover the brilliance of this archive for yourself by visiting them online here. You can also see...

This month Tony is joined by two comics artists to discuss Charles Burns and his recent comic Final Cut. The excellent double-act of Cliff (Tony Osmond is a Movie Star) Cumber and Ian (Hellbreaker) Ashcroft sit down and do a deep dive on what works and what doesn't in this new release. We are humbled to have two great artists discuss this landmark work.  You can find Cliff over at his Substack her...

This week Tony sits down with his podcasting buddy Tom Stewart to review four recent comics releases. Some good, some bad and Tony makes the air go just a little blue. You have been warned.  Have a listen and let us know what your thoughts are about these books. You can find Tom at the That Comic Smell here . Have a listen to him and the guys talk about some great series!  Many thanks for listenin...

This week Tony is joined by comics podcaster and editor Eamonn Clarke to discuss the first Bacchus omnibus by Eddie Campbell. With assists from Ilya and a number of other creators this is a fascinating story/exercise/artistic experiment that plays out over 1000 pages of comics. The two hosts try their best to explain and discuss this brilliant brick of a comic. Have a listen and let them know what...

This week Tony is re-joined by co-host Alan Henderson. The pair discuss the forgotten stylings of Rupert Bear and his land of Nuttwood. They also examine the art of Alfred E. Bestell and the characters creator Mary Tourtel. And listen out for the scandal that rocked the British Court system and a certain ear-worm of a song by a Beatle! Not to be missed. You can catch up with Alan's art and comics...

This week is the fourth in the series of collaborator interviews. Tony sits down and has an in depth conversation with the brilliant FORPE. The pair discuss influences and training before getting on to how an artist evolves and changes. What plays into each era of their work. Really insightful stuff to say the least from FORPE! You can buy comics and artwork from FORPE at his website right here ....

This week Tony is joined by a couple of collaborators for a chat. Both brilliant artists, Ian 'Hellbreaker' Ashcroft and Cliff 'Tony Osmond is a Movie Star' Cumber.  The three really get into the guts of what motivates them to create. We talk influences and driving forces. Genuinely not to be missed! You can find more about Cliff's work here and follow Ian on Patreon here . Thanks for listening!

This week as part of the 'Collaborator Mini Series' Tony sat down with ART92's own Helena Edwardson to talk about comics, art and life in general. The pair discuss her past collaborations as well as the second issue of Clear Run that has just been released.  There's also a cheeky competition for listeners to enter.  You can connect with Helena over at the ARTNINETWO website here . Go have a look t...

This week is the start of a short run where Tony interviews his comics collaborators. We start with The Don of the UK Underground Mr Adam Falp. We get into the creative process and how these two work so well together. We also get an in depth examination of their current book Flesh & Ink .  The subjects and language get fruity but there is plenty to think on in this raucous episode. Have fun an...

This week Tony and Alan sit down to discuss Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters from 1987. There's so much to talk about with this one.  The boys discuss the changing face of the medium at this time and how a hero changes and most importantly why. Step into Earth-Grell with them! Warning - Violence against women is discussed in this episode. Have a listen and then explore the comics of co-host Alan H...

This week Tony is joined by indie comics creator and friend of the show Jonny Canon. The pair discuss the last year in comics and mention some of their favourites. We also hear an insightful investigation into Jonny's creative process, with loads of tips for those people making their own funny books. Not to be missed. Find out more about Jonny's comics by visiting his store right here .  Many than...

This week Tony welcomes Nando Pons from the brilliant That Comic Smell podcast on to the show to talk about Uncanny X-Men 183. This is a comic full of action, soap-opera and no small amount of controversy. We also hear about 'X-Patrol' - have a listen to find out what that may be... Nando also has some interesting insight into how and why the X-Men have endured over the decades. This is a cracker...

This week Tony is re-joined by Eamonn from the Mega City Book Club podcast to discuss the incredible work of British cartoonist Ronald Searle.  A man described as 'Britain's finest cartoonist' was a man of many facets who survived being a P.O.W. in World War 2 and travelled the world and the page with the best line you'll witness. We get somewhat carried away, and rightly so. Plus there's news on...

This week Alan re-joins Tony to talk about the 1999 Paul Pope Vertigo series Heavy Liquid. A dystopian future city story about a sci-fi drug that avoids the cliches we see these days. They also discuss the merits of Pope's art compared to the issues they had with some of the plotting. See if you agree. You can find Alans comic work by clicking your mouse on this link here . Many thanks for listeni...

This week Tony is joined by comics writer Dave Cranna to talk about the first trade of the Vertigo series 'Scalped'. Written by Jason Aaron with art by R.M. Guerra and Lee Loughridge. This is a series that is both incredibly violent and gritty but also a masterclass in writing, plotting and art.   You can find more of Dave's comics and his excellent Glass City series by clicking on this link . Man...