Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.

This week Tony is joined by his ACP Pod Brother Dan Butcher to discuss an eighties classic. The five issue Punisher mini series from 1986 that has become known as 'Circle of Blood'. The pair also discuss the changes that have happened to Frank over the years, all the way up to the most recent and current Jason Aaron written series. Is there still a hope for this character under modern sensibilitie...

'People die every day' This week Tony is joined by Tom Stewart to discuss the Vertigo classic Daytripper from Fabio Moon & Gabriel Ba. Warnings - not only does this contain spoilers but it is also a comic series that will break your heart! A highly recommended purchase that you will not soon forget. Why not also pop over and have a listen to That Comic Smell here and follow their antics here . Man...

'Something's happening in my pyjamas.' Co-Host Al Henderson returns to chat with Tony about Alan Moore and Steve Parkhouse's brilliantly crazy story The Bojeffries Saga. Who are these strange characters who live in a terraced house in Northampton! That one looks like a werewolf! Genuinely one of the funniest comics you'll read. You can find Alan and his Penned Guins at his site here and you can st...

This week Dundee's own Dave Robertson returns to the pod to talk about Star Trek Classics: The Mirror Universe Saga. This is the collection of the 1985 DC Comics series issues 9-16. The pair discuss the writing of Mike W. Barr, the art of Tom Sutton and Ricardo Villagran and some great Trek moments. Have a listen and let us know what you think at neverironanything@gmail.com You can catch up with D...

This week Tony is joined by two outstanding artists to discuss the fantastic comics art of Val Mayerik. Cliff Cumber ('Tony Osmond is a Movie Star' & 'DUI') and Ian Ashcroft ('Hellbreaker' & 'Kia Wordsmith') provide some great insight into the extensive catalogue of Mayerik and the way his style has changed between projects. Well worth a listen. You can find Ian on Instagram here and follow his ar...

This week the NIA podcast is back to it's original, and less crazy, format. Tony sits down with Alan to discuss the comics, art and storytelling of Scottish creator Tom Gauld. They focus in on the two graphic novels Mooncop and Goliath but also discuss his strip work and his more recent children's story book. You can find the work of Alan and his tribe of Penned Guins over at his site here and fol...

Excuse the sore throats, background smoothie makers and terrible language! Tony, Cliff Cumber and Adam Falp discuss their experiences at Heroes Con in Charlotte, North Carolina that was just this past weekend. Thinking of going? Fancy tabling? This may make your mind up. Many thanks for listening. 

This week we are dropping a cheeky extra episode where Tony and Adam Falp discuss the upcoming Tribute Press World Tour. Yes, they are on the road throughout June 2022 visiting the Toronto Comics Art Festival (TCAF) 18-19th June and then flying down to Charlotte in North Caroline to Heroes Comic Con 24th-26th June. If you are there pop along and say hi. You can find the new releases that they ment...

This week Tony is joined by co-host Alan Henderson and the pair work their way through the good points and bad points of the new DC Comics reading app - DC Universe Infinite. Is it worth the money? How does it work? What is there to Read? The hosts also pick two random books from the app library and have a chat about them. Have a look for Alan's comics over at his Penguin filled shop here and foll...

'HOOHAH!' This week Tony is joined by co-hosts Al Henderson and Eamonn Clarke to discuss the phenomenon that is Mad Magazine and its impressive legacy.  The discussion focuses in on the history, characters, creators, impact and influence that this long-running comic has had globally. This one is not to be missed. You can find Al's work (who would make a great new member of the Usual Gang of Idiots...

This week Tony is joined by co-host Dan 'Vanguard' Butcher to chat about Captain America issues 333-350. This covers the storyline 'The Captain' where Steve Rogers gives up the Captain America role and John Walker steps into those boots. Does it stand up? How do the politics of the time compare to those of today? And is throwing fake diamonds a reliable career path for the modern woman? You can fi...

This week Tony is re-joined by Alan Henderson and Eamonn Clarke to discuss the thorny subject of underground comics creator Robert Crumb. Whilst focusing on Crumb's collection 'The Book of Mr. Natural' the boys also discuss the creators other works, impact, styles and subject matter. Is it satire? How can these comics be read? A balanced and fair discussion takes place but with very adult themes. ...

'I decided to use Manga to confront the bomb.' This week Dave Robertson joins Tony to discuss Volume #1 of Keiji Nakazawa's series Barefoot Gen. This episode includes a Content Warning regarding open and frank discussions about the use and tragic effects of using nuclear weapons on a civilian population. The hosts talk about this issue and it's themes, art and history. Genuinely a book that should...

This week it's the turn of comics podcaster, reviewer and creator Tom Stewart to return to the co-host chair. He and Tony walk through five recent releases and not only talk about their content and quality but also how easy it is to buy new comics in the UK. There were some complications! Follow along with reviews of Marvel, DC, Image and a cheeky Manga title. Honest reviews regarding content and...

'You're nothing but a bully!' This week Al Henderson returns to the co-host seat with his book choice of Domu - The Dreams of Children. Often talked about as Otomo's 'other book' this is a classic of horror manga. Al and Tony dive into the history of this comic and also investigate how and why it works so well. Well over forty years old - and still cool AF! You can catch up on Mr Henderson's comic...

This week Tony is joined by co-host Eamonn Clarke to explore the Gekiga Manga 'Onwards Towards Our Noble Deaths' by the master of the form Shigeru Mizuki. A book that describes the mangaka's experiences as a Japanese soldier during World War 2. The hosts also discuss his other works as well as the impact manga has and is having on the UK and US markets.  Genuinely not to be missed! You can also ca...

This week we begin the themed 'Old Blokes Read Manga' month on the podcast. First up in the co-host chair is comics historian Richard Sheaf who has chosen Volume #1 of Crying Freeman. Part of the big wave of Manga that hit the UK and US in the nineties and a series that even with a bit of awkward sex still stands up today. Tony and Rich discuss the creators and the legacy of this cracking series f...

'It was a magic death potion, right?' This week Alan Henderson is back in the co-host chair to lay the knowledge down about the comics that followed the Batman Animated series and especially those that had three certain career criminals based on DC Editors. Can you guess who? We also chat about the upcoming theme in February and the legacy of the comics editor. You can find more about Al's comics...

This week Tony is joined by two co-hosts from the That Comic Smell comics podcast. Dave Robertson and Mike Sedakat pop over the border to talk about Marvels by Kurt Busiek and Alex Ross. This is an old book for Tony and Dave but a new experience for Mike and they discuss the history, story, art and merits of this landmark series. Have a listen and see if you agree. You can find Dave on Twitter her...

'You remember the song?' This week, comics creator and comics fan Al Henderson returns and chats to Tony about 'The Silver Darlings' by Will Morris. A comic that teaches you about the lives of fishermen off the West Coast of Scotland and how one of their sons comes to understand and appreciate that way of life before heading off to University. The guys also look back on their 2021 in comics and th...

In this episode Tony is re-joined by co-host Eamonn Clarke to discuss the stone cold classic Mort Cinder. Written by Hector German Oesterheld with art by Alberto Breccia this is a book of haunting and brilliantly imagined art and writing. Who is Mort Cinder? What do we learn from this ground-breaking comic? Tony and Eamonn try their best to help out.  You can find Eamonn on Twitter right here and...

Tony and comics writer Jordan Thomas have fun sitting down and discussing some classic comics characters.  Bronze Age Marvel and beyond is covered with some in-depth discussions about what makes a good cover and why. Along with some anecdotes about covers they have loved, a random cover generator game and some cover rules laid down by Carmine Infantino. You can follow Jordan on Twitter right here...

This week Tony is re-joined by Al to discuss Westerns, Europe Comics and the Desert Star #1 & #2. How is it that the comics of Belgium and France do the American Western Comic so well?  This is one of the best drawn comics you'll read all year. Well worth investigating. Get a pen and paper out for all the recommendations that come thick and fast! You can follow Al here and buy his comics right her...

This week Tony is joined by Dave Robertson to talk about the first issue of a comic that most certainly is not Star Wars but grew over time into a pretty decent run in its own right! The conversation covers storytelling styles and the marvellous art of Michael Golden and Josef Rubenstein. One day, maybe, we'll actually get a reprint! You can find Dave here on Twitter and buy his own comics right h...

We are back and Tony is re-joined by Scottish cartoonist Johnny Cannon to talk about the comics of Jim Woodring. Get sucked into the world of Frank, Manhog, Pupshaw and Pushpaw as they try to explain what makes these books so immersive and fascinating. You can find the comics of Johnny here and follow him on social media right here. Many thanks for listening.