Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.

This week Tony and Alan are joined by cartoonist Jonny Cannon to discuss and pick apart his new project that is now live on Kickstarter 'The United: Going Underground'. We talk about the creation of a long form comic book and how Jonny has grown as a creator. Some really interesting insights into the creative process from page to release. You can find all you need to know by heading over to Kickst...

Warnings - This week features storylines with themes of Domestic Violence. Tony and Alan discuss the two Superman family titles that precede the arrival of Doomsday and what becomes The Death of Superman. To describe these two issues as 'filler' does them a disservice. They are powerfully told and definitely something you should read - and are also available on the DC App.  Find out more about Ala...

This week Tony is re-joined by comics fan and comics editor Eamonn Clarke to talk about some Doctor Who comics from the eighties. The boys focus in on 'The Star Beast' by Pat Mills and Dave Gibbons. They also get some handy notes from Pat himself to discuss.  Is this the greatest run of Who comics ever?  You can catch up on what Eamonn is doing by visiting the Mega City Book Club page right here!...

This week Tony is joined by artists Cliff Cumber ('Dirty Basement' & 'Tony Osmond is a Movie Star') and Ian Ashcroft ('Kia Wordsmith' & 'Hellbreaker') to discuss the career and art of the mighty Joe Kubert. The guys talk about what Kubert is doing on a page and how they have been influenced and inspired by his work.  An episode not to miss! You can find Ian's great art her and follow the e...

This week Tony is re-joined by Dave Robertson from the That Comic Smell podcast to chat about his love for the eighties Power Pack series from Marvel Comics. What made it special and is it something that can be attempted today? Find out these answers and more! You can find the comics of Dave by clicking on this link right here ! Many thanks for listening.   

This week Tony is joined by regular co-host Alan Henderson who has challenged him to read the video game inspired Injustice: Gods Among Us! The chaps chat about the benefits and failings of connecting a comic to a video game, phone app, animated movie and action figure line can have. Do they like it? Do you like it? They are the big questions. You might also learn something.... You can buy some co...

This week Tony is joined by his comics buddy and collaborator Mr Tom Curry. The pair discuss Osamu Tezuka's complicated and provocative Manga 'The Book of Human Insects'. A story of love, betrayal, and some troubling sexual violence. Tony makes the case that Tezuka is the greatest writer of comics so far!  Do you agree? Let us know your thoughts over at the Never Iron Anything site. Many thanks fo...

This week Tony is joined by his collaborator and co-publisher at Tribute Press Mr Adam Falp. The pair discuss their new Kickstarter project Dirty Basement. An anthology utilising the cream of UK underground creators. You can find it on Kickstarter right here . Go back it. They also discuss why the new breed of creators are on the rise who really don't give a flying fig who they upset and are proud...

This week Tony and Alan discuss X-Men: Magneto Testament. The harrowing and formative story of a young Magneto just before his mutant powers kick in. We ask-  what does the weight of expectation and previous knowledge play on your appreciation of a comics mini-series? The hosts find different things to like and dislike in these comics. Have a listen to find out why and what. You can find and enjoy...

This week Tony is joined by Tom Curry and Richard Sheaf to discuss the classic series Blake & Mortimer. The guys focus in on what is considered to be one of the best works of Edgar P. Jacob's early run 'The Yellow "M"' and how it stands up to a modern audience. Not to be missed. You can find Tom on Twitter here . You can find Richard at his blog here that details the history of British comics. It'...

Today the Never Iron Anything Comics Review Podcast hit it's three year anniversary. So Tony and Alan got together to talk about some memorable comics, the creators they'd love to meet and thank and to discuss if this hobby of ours is really worth it? Have a listen and let us know what you think over at the Never Iron Anything site.  You can also gran some of Alan's comics right here !  Many thank...

This week Tony is re-joined by the Bard of Broughty Ferry the one and only Tom Stewart. The pair discuss the 2022 release through Fantagraphics - 'Keeping Two' by Jordan Crane. This book is full to the brim with sharply felt emotions and violent fantasy. Not for the sensitive disposition. You can find more about Tom and the That Comic Smell podcast by visiting this link here .  Many thanks for lis...

This week Tony is joined by artists Ian Ashcroft and Cliff Cumber to discuss the art and career of Kevin O'Neill. The guys focus on three specific books and discuss what the art style means to them and how they use it to create on the page. An episode that is not to be missed. You can find Ian's art right here and Cliff's art here . Many thanks for listening.

This week is an exciting one over at NIA Towers. Alan and Tony are joined by comics writer and Editor Peter Hogan to discuss the 1991 star-studded anthology that was The Comic Relief Comic. Never to be reprinted it contains Batman, Dredd, Wolverine, Dan Dare, Doctor Who and even Bruce Forsyth. Find out how Peter and others herded superstar comics-cats in this incredible comic.  We also chat about...

Comics can bring back many memories. Those exciting covers and stories can cause us to remember what we were doing at a certain time, where we were, what was happening and much more. Simon Russell and Eamonn Clarke join Tony to discuss the new fanzine called Madeleine that features essays and art that talk about things past, but may have shaped us. Simon discusses how he came up with the idea and...

This week Dave Robertson returns to the pod to discuss the short-lived Marvel New Universe and it's flagship title Star Brand. They discuss the first seven issues by Jim Shooter that features art by John Romita and Al Williamson. Tony and Dave discover that it isn't quite as bad as you might think. But they do have certain reservations... You can have a read of Dave's own indie comics right here !...

Resurrection Man Volume 1. This week Tony and Alan tackle a little remembered DC Comics series that was full of potential. They discuss the writing, art and more on this series and also whether or not its promise was realised. The reaction is slightly mixed. Not everything is perfect but often you just want readable. Should it have been a Vertigo series? The hosts try to solve the puzzle. You can...

This week Tony is joined by Steven Ingram to discuss the dynamics of the US and UK small press and underground comics/comix scenes.  As well as being a prolific creator in his own right Steven also heads up Third Bear Press a UK-based distribution for those hard to get US and worldwide non-Diamond comics.  Have a listen as we pick some comics you might like to read and discuss the ever-evolving st...

Join Tony as he sits down with friends, comics fans and creators, Sarah Harris, Cliff Cumber and Simon Russell as they discuss 2022 in comics and what the new year may hold for our favourite medium. There's also a fun Dream Comics Casting Question.  You can find Sarah on Twitter right here .  Follow Cliff here or find his house and stalk him. Have a look at Simon's excellent website and watch for...

This week Alan and Tony tackle a Christmas issue of DC Comics The Brave and the Bold. Issue 148 - 'The Night the Mob Stole Xmas!' Written by Bob Haney with art by Jim Aparo and Joe Staton. There's also some Jack Cole chat. It's a Cracker - literally! You can find Alans comics by hitting this link right here . Go buy someone a great Christmas gift. Many thanks for listening.

This week Tony and Eamonn discuss the recent classic by Alex Ross 'Fantastic Four - Full Circle'. Easily one of our books of the year we discuss it's long gestation period and some interesting origins as well as the brilliant art. The hosts also ponder on whether you can go back and revisit a classic?  Find Eamonn online and have a listen to his always excellent Mega City Book Club podcast and fol...

Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight issues 28-30. This week it's time for Tony and Al to discuss the brilliant storyline from Matt Wagner that featured in Legends of the Dark Knight.  They also discuss this ground-breaking run of comics as well as the other work of Mage and Grendel creator Matt Wagner. Loads of recommendations you'll want to follow up on! You can find more of Al's comics over at hi...

'What makes a good AutoBio Comic?' This week we have something a little different from the podcast. Tony, Al and Eamonn have been on the road. Nottingham Comicon kindly offered the boys a slot to host a panel on Autobiographical Comics. So along with guest and comics professional Roger Langridge they get into why we are so obsessed with the lives of others.  FYI - This is a live panel - but the qu...

This week Tony is re-joined by co-hosts Alan Henderson and Johnny Cannon to discuss the the first three issues of  'American Flagg'. Also known as 'Hard Times'. This is a series that isn't easy to find online or in reprints but represents one of the main influences on the comics revolution that followed. We hear about the writing, art, influences and contemporaries of Howard Chaykin.  Not to be mi...

This week Tony is joined by two great comics artists to spend an hour or two to examine and discuss the art of John Byrne. Cliff Cumber and Ian Ashcroft lead Tony and the listener through two of Mr B's long-running series and talk about their highs and the pressure from the industry. You can find more about Cliff by following and subscribing to his Substack right here . You can also watch the rise...