The Comic Crush

For the first part of my Tbubz special, celebrating the internationally renowned Thought Bubble comics festival in Harrogate, I talk to Cecil Castellucci, the writer behind Shade The Changing Girl, Female Furies, Soupy Leaves Home, and now the ecological futurist sci-fi OGN, Shifting Earth. Cecil and I tackle activism, comics, and no smaller subject than the future of mankind in this terrific inte...

On this special episode, Paul is joined by entertainment journalist Eammon Jacobs for a deep dive into the MCU and DC Movie and TV announcements from 2022's San Diego Comic-Con! Arguably the biggest event on pop culture's calendar, SDCC brings together comic creators, movie stars, TV  personalities, and fans every year. With so many comic-related movies and shows announced this year, Paul ask...

So finally, the MCU's best show comes to an end... At least for now! Liz and Paul kick back to discuss Iman Vellani's performance in the emotive, beautifully crafted finale to Ms. Marvel! What will that ending be? Inhumans? Mutants? Something else? Find out more by Liking, sharing, and subscribing to our channel so you never miss a minute and by checking out The Comic Crush Patreon to help us stay...

In a frankly chaotic episode, Paul & Liz discuss Love & Thunder! The duo go to war with the Gods - well, each other over just what makes a good movie. This episode is classic Paul & Liz... where by the end, it's all gone wrong and they can't agree on anything!  Find out more by Liking, sharing and subscribing to our channel so you never miss a minute and by checking out The Comic...

Paul & Liz travel back in time to India 1942 and watch Kamala Khan's Great-Grandparents meet for the first time? But how did they come to flee India? and why was that the last time Aisha, Kamala's Great Grandmother, was ever seen? Find out more by Liking, sharing and subscribing to our channel so you never miss a minute and by checking out The Comic Crush Patreon to help us stay on the air! Oh...

Paul & Liz take a trip abroad this week - all the way to Pakistan to go trainspotting! On the way, they meet The Red Daggers, clash with The Clandestines and maybe... travel back in time?? Find out more by Liking, sharing and subscribing to our channel so you never miss a minute and by checking out The Comic Crush Patreon to help us stay on the air! Oh, and follow Liz on Twitter and on her web...

On this episode of our comic-book movie & TV show, Paul is once again joined by Rob Deb, our film reviewer, for an in-depth look at the MCU's latest offering. They discuss the themes, story and thrills of this belated Doctor Strange sequel as well as the arrival of new characters like America Chavez and The Illuminati. Like, share and subscribe so you never miss a minute and check out The Comi...

Paul and Liz get invited to a wedding this week – but as usual, it's 'Destined' to go wrong, especially when it's crashed by The Clandestines... or is it The Clan Destine? The duo discuss just who these magical beings might really be as well as revealing the identity of... The Mosque Shoe Thief! All this and more in this week's episode of After-School Special, from The Comic Crush! Like, share and...

In this episode of our genre movie show, Paul is joined by comedian, writer and resident film reviewer for The Comic Crush, Rob Deb to discuss Jurassic World: Dominion. In the show, the duo take on Chris Pratt, Dinosaurs, Sam Neill and the themes of the movie they deep dive into the last Jurassic Park film ever... or is it?  Follow rob on Twitter and like, share and subscribe so you never mis...

This week, Paul & Liz get grounded, but sneak out of the house anyway to present this episode of The Ms. Marvel reaction show! They delve into the strange goings-on in Kamala Khan's life... Who is she? What's the deal with that weird bracelet? And will her crush on the good-looking new guy at school stay just a crush? All of the questions and more will get answered in today's episode! Follow L...

Welcome to our latest Marvel Reaction show! Paul and Liz sneak out of detention to bring you their thoughts and feelings on Ms. Marvel's first episode. They discuss the story, the action, the fun and the stories behind the creation of this excellent teen show set in the MCU. Join them and Kamala Khan as they go back to school for Ms. Marvel. Like, share and subscribe so you never miss a minute. Ke...

Paul is joined by Nikki for a belated discussion on the HBO Max series Peacemaker, created by The Suicide Squad director James Gunn and starring John Cena as Christopher Smith, the titular 'hero' of the show! The duo discuss the show's execution, meanings and its place in the DCEU! Don't forget to like, share, and subscribe for more great shows. Keep up with the best in comics, movies, and TV on T...

At long last the end is nigh! It's Khonshu Vs. Ammit! Marc Vs. Harrow! Layla vs. Everyone! Liz Vs. Paul! Declan Shalvey Vs. Paul! For this final episode of the season, Paul & Liz have drafted in the Moon Knight artist and co-creator of Savage Town, Bog Bodies, Time Before Time, Injection and more! Declan discusses his upcoming book Old Dog, his work on Moon Knight as well as his OGNs. Plus he...

Paul & Liz are back again to take a journey into the underworld! They voyage with Tarawet to learn the secret origins of Steven Grant, Marc Spector and Moon Knight. Join them as they go... Moonknighting! Remember to check out the links below for our Patreon, Moon Knight webshop, social links for us and our guests and to contact Ahmed, our logo designer for commissions. Keep up with the best in...

Welcome to this week's thrilling episode of Moonknighting, The Moon Knight reaction Show from your pals at The Comic Crush! This week, we're lucky to be joined by the incredibly talented Erica Schultz, the writer of Bylines In Blood (out now from Aftershock Comics), The Deadliest Bouquet and an upcoming Moon Knight story in the soon-to-be-released Moon Knight: Black, White & Blood! Together, t...

Paul and Liz are back for an in-depth discussion on the most exciting episode of Marvel's Moon Knight yet! With Marc Spector and estranged wife Layla navigate Cairo for intel as Harrow searches for Ammit's tomb and must be called before the Gods for judgement. Liz and Paul go deep on the lore of Moon Knight, Jake Lockley, Khonshu and more! Remember to check out the website of Ahmed Raafat, who des...

Welcome to the very first episode of The Reel Crush! This is a brand new show, dedicated to the world of screen entertainment outside the comic-book world. For our debut episode, we talk to Weng Yu, Assistant Director of The Fighting Spirit Film Festival. The Festival takes place in the Stratford Picturehouse every year, but they also run a satellite festival in Birmingham, at The Mockingbird Cine...

Crushing Comics is back for another fine week in funny books! Paul and Liz re-team to discuss West of Sundown #1, X-Men: Red #1, Spider-Punk #1, The Ocean Will Take Us #1, and The Joneses #1 It's a lot of books for this quick-fire episode! Keep up with the best in comics, movies, and TV on The Comic Crush, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and like our page on Facebook. Treat yourself to some co...

The two Fists of Khonshu are back with another fun, irreverent look at the latest MCU series, Moon Knight! This week, the duo explore Gods, monsters, cults mental health and suits in this reaction show. Don't forget to like, share and subscribe and check out the Patreon and the webshop if you can! Find out more when we go... Moonknighting! Keep up with the best in comics, movies, and TV on The Com...

Welcome to our latest MCU reaction show, Moonknighting! As you've guessed, this is our take on Moon Knight, on Disney + now. For our debut episode, Paul & Liz are joined by none other than Moon Knight comics' writer, Jed Mackay. He discusses his Moon Knight run, working for Marvel Comics, Devil's Reign, Timeless and more! Plus your hosts dig into the very first episode of Moon Knight and talk...

Liz and Paul return for another fine week in comics - one that's all about oversized books! They try to cope with the end of the world in We Have Demons by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo, then violate their parole with Rogues #1 by Joshua Williamson and Leomacs. All this and some industry chat and recommendations from the most tolerable show in comics! Keep up with the best in comics, movies, and T...

Welcome to our extended special on The Batman! In this spoiler-filled feature-length episode, Paul and Liz are joined by a returning Nikki Hracs and, for the first time in nearly three years, Rob Deb appears! The quartet attempt to solve the riddle of The Batman and answer one vital question: is it any good? The team discuss the casting of Rob Pattinson, Zoe Kravitz and Colin Farrell, the film's p...

Welcome to another fine week in comics! Paul and Liz act like Little Monsters this week by joining up with The Hand under Frank Castle's leadership in The Punisher before fishing Captain Cater out of the ice and exploring the world of BDSM with Hit Me! All this and a look at the new director of Deadpool 3 and the Obi-Wan trailer! Keep up with the best in comics, movies, and TV on The Comic Crush,...

Liz and Paul are back with (you've guessed it) another fine week in comics! The team gets weird with Mike Mignola and Greg Hinkle's Radio Spaceman, pulls off the perfect heist with Batman: Killing Time and bows before the reign of the new Sorcerer Supreme with Jed Mackay and Marcelo Ferreria in Strange #1! All this and more industry chat plus previews of what's happening on The Comic Crush soon! K...

Paul & Liz are back in your ears with another fine week in comics! The mismatched pair are here to talk Step By Bloody Step #1, Ghost Rider #1 and Forever Carnage. Not only that, but they chat about the recent announcements for Batman! Keep up with the best in comics, movies, and TV on The Comic Crush, follow us on Twitter and Instagram, and like our page on Facebook. Treat yourself to some co...