The Marvelists

In this episode of The Marvelists, hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson welcome back legendary comic book writer Brian Michael Bendis for his long-awaited return to the podcast. Recorded earlier this year—before the bombshell announcement of Bendis's return to Marvel—this interview dives deep into the nuts and bolts of his storytelling philosophy, character development secrets, and the wild behind...

This week on The Marvelists, Peter and Eddie talk with Dave about the new Garden State Comic Fest in Vineland, NJ on November 15-16, 2025. They cover guests like Melissa Joan Hart, Nate Richert, Phil Fondacaro, Bob Camp, Dan Parent, Scott Hanna, and more. Panels, cosplay, comics, and toys will be there. The three also discuss Marvel ending the Ultimate Universe line in April 2026. They talk about...

Join hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson as they sit down with genre icon Michael Bailey Smith (Men in Black II, The Hills Have Eyes, Charmed) for a no-holds-barred deep dive into his extraordinary career. The conversation centers on his unforgettable role as Ben Grimm / The Thing in Roger Corman’s legendary unreleased 1994 Fantastic Four film—a cult classic that never saw the light of day... unt...

In this heartwarming yet spine-tingling installment of *The Marvelists*, hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson welcome Dorian J. Sinnott, acclaimed author of the chilling holiday horror novel It Came Upon a Midnight Clear and proud grandson of Marvel Comics legend Joe Sinnott. As the duo dives into the festive frights that lurk beneath the tinsel, Dorian opens up about the shadowy inspirations behi...

This week on The Marvelists, hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson welcome back acclaimed comic creator Tom Scioli, the visionary behind Fantastic Four: Grand Design and Gødland, for a galactic and gargantuan chat. Tom dishes on his explosive new Image Comics graphic novel, Space Opera Xanadax: Across the Unknown Dimensions of the Galaxy, a cybernetic saga of bounty hunters, pirate armadas, and emp...

This week on The Marvelists, Peter and Eddie are joined by the legendary Magic: The Gathering head designer, Mark Rosewater! Join the trio as they dive deep into the upcoming Spider-Man themed set, dropping September 26th. The conversation is an absolute untap—with Rosewater sharing insider details, behind-the-scenes stories, and even a few cheeky spoilers about the exciting new mechanics and icon...

This week on The Marvelists, Peter and Eddie sit down with comic book legends Robert Kirkman and David Finch to discuss their highly anticipated Image/Skybound series, Skinbreaker. The duo dives into the brutal, action-packed world of Skinbreaker, an eight-issue epic launching September 24, 2025, that follows Chieftain Enor and his reluctant heir, Anok, as they navigate a collapsing society and a...

Eddie Wilson catches up with UltraCon's Irving and Vickie Santiago to converse about the 2025 show September 19-21 at the South Florida Expo Center in West Palm Beach, featuring 50+ guests. [ultraconcity.com]

In this unreleased 2024 episode of The Marvelists, hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson venture into the wild, wacky world of Tromaville! Joined by special guest Chad from HorrorMovieBBQ, they sit down with the legendary Lloyd Kaufman, the mastermind behind Troma Entertainment. Recorded before the new Toxic Avenger film secured its release date, this timely episode dives into Troma’s cult legacy,...

Join hosts Peter and Eddie as they unpack the highly anticipated Fantastic Four: First Steps in this electrifying episode of The Marvelists! The duo dives into the cosmic origins of Marvel’s First Family, exploring the film’s bold new take on Reed, Sue, Johnny, and Ben. From jaw-dropping visuals to surprising character arcs, they break down what works, what doesn’t, and how this reboot fits into t...

In this electrifying episode of The Marvelists, hosts Peter and Eddie dive into the heart of the Marvel Cinematic Universe with special guest Mitch Hallock, the mastermind behind Terrificon, one of the Northeast’s premier comic and pop culture conventions. The trio unpacks the latest buzz surrounding the MCU, dissecting recent interviews from Marvel Studios president Kevin Feige. From tantalizing...

This week on The Marvelists,hosts Peter and Eddie are excited to share a special episode in celebration of the Fantastic Four movie hitting theaters this weekend! We’re releasing an exclusive interview from March 2025 with acclaimed comic writer Ryan North. Join us as we dive into Ryan’s remarkable career, with a heavy emphasis on his transformative work on Marvel’s First Family, the Fantastic Fou...

NOT A HOAX! NOT A DREAM! NOT AN IMAGINARY STORY! In a stunning multiversal twist, The Marvelists are going full DCists for this special episode tackling James Gunn’s Superman (2025)! Join Peter and Eddie as they trade their Vibranium gauntlets for Kryptonian capes to break down the Man of Steel’s bold DCU debut. This ain’t no Elseworlds saga or *What If* side quest—this is prime DCU Superman, true...

In this episode of The Marvelists presents Heart of Iron, Eddie and Peter dive into the thrilling final three episodes of Marvel's Ironheart. The hosts unpack the action-packed conclusion, exploring how the series deftly ties up its narrative threads. Eddie, initially skeptical about the show's direction, reveals his surprising change of heart, praising the stellar course correction that delivers...

This week on The Marvelists Eddie Wilson sits down with Sean Fernando, a key organizer of ConnectiCon, to dive into all things Marvel and geek culture as they gear up for the upcoming ConnectiCon XXII in Hartford, Connecticut! Taking place from July 17-20, 2025, at the Connecticut Convention Center, this multi-genre pop culture convention is a must-attend for Marvel fans and beyond. Eddie and Sean...

This week on The Marvelists presents “Heart of Iron - An Ironheart Podcast” the boys dive into the first three episodes of Ironheart. Hosts Peter and Eddie break down Riri Williams’ journey from MIT brainiac to armored hero, covering the sharp action, new characters, and her deep Chicago roots. They explore ties to the MCU, the villains’ possible plans, and where Riri’s story might head next.

In this on-the-road edition of The Marvelists, Eddie Wilson heads to New York’s capital city for a day packed with comic book conversations! Recorded live on June 8th, Eddie catches up with an all-star lineup of creators including Mike McKone, Steve Orlando, Val Semeiks, Paul Pelletier, Kevin Conrad, Ron Marz, and John Hebert. From legendary runs to behind-the-scenes stories, each guest brings the...

In this special episode of The Marvelists, Peter and Eddie sit down with legendary comic book artist Joe Staton for an in-depth conversation about his prolific career. From his iconic work on Green Lantern, All-Star Comics, and E-Man to his long-running contributions to the Dick Tracy newspaper strip, Joe shares insights into the evolution of the comics industry, his artistic influences, and what...

This week on The Marvelists, Eddie Wilson goes solo with Dave O'Hare, the mastermind behind Garden State Comic Fest. The duo dives into all the exciting details of the upcoming GSCF, including its brand-new venue that's set to elevate the experience for fans and creators alike. From comic book highlights to what attendees can expect at this fresh location, Eddie and Dave unpack the vibrant energy...

This week on The Marvelists, Peter and Eddie are joined by Cole Netscape from “Marvelous! Or, The Death of Cinema” to honor the late Peter David, whose iconic Marvel runs on The Incredible Hulk, Spider-Man 2099, and X-Factor shaped the superhero genre. They celebrate his creation of characters like Miguel O’Hara and his lasting impact on comics. The discussion turns critical as they address David’...

In this special episode, Peter and Eddie are joined with comic book royalty Larry Lieber, co-creator of iconic Marvel heroes like Iron Man, Thor, and Ant-Man, and former Marvel Spider-Man group editor Danny Fingeroth. The duo dives into Lieber’s illustrious 75-year career, from his early days at Timely Comics to his long tenure illustrating The Amazing Spider-Man newspaper strip and his groundbrea...

WATCH THOSE CLAWS! This episode welcomes award-winning cosplayer, illustrator and political cartoonist Alexandra Bowman, a featured guest (and "cat-person") at the 2025 Garden State Comic Fest (June 28 and 29) at its' new location: Codey Arena in West Orange, NJ.

In this electrifying episode of The Marvelists, Peter and Eddie dive into Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts*, a bold, action-packed film that unites a team of misfit antiheroes for a covert, high-stakes mission. Joined by special guests TashiGeekGirl and her husband Jason, the hosts discuss the movie’s gritty vibe, its key role in the MCU’s Phase Five, and the standout performances that bring this unco...

She's a Cosplayer, Photographer and Author. In this episode, we're connected to Judy Stephens, whose 2024 book "Cosplay The Marvel Way" shows us several sides of cosplay. It's a great read with lots of tips, advice and cosplayers (some of whom you may already know). Find Judy on Instagram at omgdjjudy (and when you do, tell her Eddie Wilson sent you).

In this gripping finale episode of Catholic Guilt: A Daredevil Born Again Podcast, hosts Peter and Eddie dive headfirst into the explosive season closer of Daredevil: Born Again, Episode 9, "Straight to Hell." Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) faces his darkest hour as Mayor Wilson Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio) tightens his iron grip on New York City, unleashing chaos and martial law. The Marvelists unpack th...