The Short Box Podcast: A Comic Book Talk Show

The crew is analyzing the first volume of the comic series: Jupiter's Legacy , ahead of the Netflix adaptation set to premiere on May 7th. The comic was published by Image Comics in 2013, and created by Mark Millar and Frank Quitely. It explores the generational conflict between a group of aging superheroes known as the Union, who used the powers they gained in 1932 for the betterment of mank...

After finishing the recording for this week's show ( Ep.321, available now ) Badr and Ed invited Ryan Paul Thompson ( GAAM )  to discuss the finale of Invincible, it's crossover appeal for longtime and new fans, and what direction the show could go in the next two seasons if they follow the comic. SPOILER WARNING! Enjoy this bonus content on the house Music by: Mecca Tha Marvelous Podcas...

The full crew is back this week to talk about some recent comic news (see list below) and discuss the finale of The Falcon & The Winter Soldier. And it's been a minute since we took questions from the Short Box Nation, so we answered a few and shared a ton of worthwhile recommendations (comics & movies) this week! TOPICS: Alien property at Marvel (00:05:21) DC's new horror line ...

Troy Jeffery-Allen is an Editor & Content Manager for PREVIEWS World , home of the monthly catalog: PREVIEWS , which contains hundreds and hundreds of pages of upcoming comics and related merchandise, and a pop culture network of the same name. Troy joins Badr and Cesar this week to chat about the perks of the job, comic journalism and his new MF DOOM tribute comic, which is available to read...

This episode originally aired, exclusively, on our Patreon Community . Enjoy the unlocked show! Badr and Drew rewatch episode four of The Falcon & The Winter Soldier ("The Whole World is Watching") and react with real-time commentary, and share their best predictions about the special cameo character rumored to be in next week's episode. If you're in front of a screen - wat...

Badr and Ed are joined by Drew & Bryan this week, to discuss the debut of the Invincible animated series ( 00:08:51 ). The new streaming series is based on the successful long-running comic book of the same name, by Robert Kirkman, Corey Walker, and Ryan Ottley. Together, the crew recap the first three episodes, champion the remarkable roster of voice actors involved and highlight why the comi...

The hosts of The Wait for It Podcast (Phil Smith & Eric Serna), join us this week to talk about Zack Snyder's Justice League movie. We discuss the differences in Snyder's cut from the theatrical release, highlight the best parts of the 4hr film, and analyze the films extensive comic book influences and Easter Eggs. Music by: Mecca Tha Marvelous Podcast logo by: Ashley Lani Hoye , and...

This week we put a spotlight on the 2003 comic series: Truth: Red, White, and Black ( 00:08:55 ) .  The series is written by Robert Morales and drawn by Kyle Baker, and follows Isaiah Bradley, and a battalion of black soldiers who undergo experiments in an attempt to recreate the super-soldier serum that previously turned Steve Rogers into Captain America. Other segments in this episode:   No Comi...

Phil Smith , co-host of the Wait For It Podcast , joins us this week to recap and discuss the series finale of WandaVision and hypothesize what might come next in the MCU. The crew also share some worthwhile entertainment recommendations in the Champion Seaso n segment (00:48:04) The Short Box is made possible by sponsor & listener support on Patreon . Support the show & join our Patreon c...

British comic artist, writer, and colorist: Brian Bolland , is the subject of our latest Artist Spotlight segment (00:07:28).  Bolland has a hyper photo-realistic style that has made him a favorite among comic fans for decades. We're analyzing his catalog of work that includes critically acclaimed projects like Judge Dredd/2000 A.D., Batman: The Killing Joke, and  his artwork on HUNDREDS of c...

This week we're unlocking one of our favorite Patreon exclusive episodes for everyone to enjoy. It's our Batman: The Animated Series ( episode one ) spotlight from our bonus podcast series: Pilots License ,  A series where we get to fanboy over great cartoons like this one, while talking about their comic counterparts.   And since episode one, "On Leather Wings", features Man-B...

This week we're analyzing House of M , to continue our WandaVision-inspired comic reads. This 2005 Marvel Comic's event, done by Brian Michael Bendis and Oliver Coipel, tells the story of how the Scarlet Witch uses her powers to create a world in which mutants are in charge, by rewriting reality and the memories of the Avengers and X-Men. Check out our new comic picks this week, mentione...

Inspired by the recent episodes of WandaVision, we're taking a look at  Young Avengers (Vol.1), created by Allan Heinberg & Jim Cheung. The original 2005 series helped reintroduce the Scarlet Witch's children: Billy Kaplan (Wiccan) & Tommy Shepherd (Speed), as members of a new team of teenage heroes.  In addition, the crew also broke a tiebreaker between Brian Bolland & Dave...

Abraham Riesman is a journalist and essayist, writing primarily for New York Magazine about arts and culture. He has written a book chronicling the world-changing triumphs and tragic missteps of the extraordinary life of Stan Lee, titled: True Believer: The Rise and Fall of Stan Lee . He called into the show to discuss the book and detailed the extensive research involved, and talked about what re...

Badr and Drew record a quickstrike, casual conversation about the latest episode of WandaVision and the MCU.  SPOILER WARNING for WandaVision EP.4 Support the show by becoming a Patreon subscriber , and receive early access to our weekly shows, bonus  episodes, merch, and other rewards. #makemineshortbox  Click here to text us Fan Mail! Proudly sponsored by Gotham City Limit Disclaimer: This post...

The critically acclaimed, superhero, action-horror comic: The Strange Talent of Luther Strode , by Justin Jordan & Tradd Moore, is this week's main topic (00:09:03). Followed by fan-mail (00:39:01), a brief recap of WandaVision episode three (00:46:50), and the return of our dedicated segment focused on new comics (00:55:00).  READ : The Strange Talent of Luther Strode #1 LISTEN: To our J...

Badr, Drew, and Walt kick off the first podcast of 2021 with a conversation about the debut episodes of WandaVision, the Scarlet Witch's best comic book moments, and their most-anticipated titles coming out this year.  TIMESTAMPS:  WandaVision - 00:05:23 Fan-mail - 00:36: 26  Champion Season Segment + 2021 Comics: 00:40:20 THE CREW'S 2021 COMIC PICKS: Badr - Geiger , Friend of the Devil...

The crew close out the year discussing Wonder Woman 1984 (00:07:25), answering listener emails (00:43:25), and recapping the best comics from this year (01:01:00) Categories include : Best Comic Series Favorite Creative Team Best One-Shot/Graphic Novel Best Movie/TV series Favorite Podcast Episode/Moment Two new categories : "Just Missed The Bandwagon" & "Allow Me To Walk-that-b...

Fiona Staples was voted as the winning artist, by our patrons , to be the focus of the13th installment of our Artist Spotlight series.   Fiona Staples is a Canadian comic artist best known for being a co-creator on the science fiction series Saga , written by Brian K. Vaughan, as well as being the artist on other books such as North 40, DV8: Gods and Monsters, T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents, and Archie   O...

The crew discuss the season finale of the Mandalorian, and all the jaw-dropping moments and surprises of the episode. THIS PODCAST CONTAINS SPOILERS! The Mandalorian and his allies attempt a daring rescue after Din finds the location of Moff Gideon and the captured Grogu. With the help of Boba Fett, Fennec Shand, Bo-Katan Kryze, and her lieutenant Koska Reeves, a hard fought battle ends with surpr...

This week's episode is dedicated to the announcements made from Disney Investor Day 2020 , and the lineup of upcoming Marvel series. The crew discuss their most anticipated Disney + shows ( 00:05:40 ), and debut a new ongoing segment inspired by Cesar, about new & current comics, called: "No Comic Shops for Old Men" ( 00:36:17 ).  Support the show by becoming a Patreon subscribe...

The crew discuss a major reveal from this week's episode, and compare the character arc of a new ally to that of an iconic Star Wars character.  They also find time to talk about the new Star Wars projects coming to Disney Plus (00:36:09) THIS EPISODE CONTAINS SPOILERS TO THE MANDALORIAN EP.7 In this week's episode of The Mandalorian : Cara Dune, commits an old enemy of Mando, to his cus...

Elektra Lives Again , Frank Miller's farewell to everyone's favorite Greek assassin,  is the subject of this week's comic spotlight.  The 1990 graphic novel , by Frank Miller and Lynn Varley, is a spin-off from Miller's OG run on Daredevil and tells the story of the apparent return of the ninja warrior from death OTHER TOPICS COVERED : Oscar Isaac cast as Solid Snake (00:59:21)...

The crew discuss the return of a Star Wars fan-favorite character and the possible implications it may have on Mando's journey.  This episode contains SPOILERS! The Mandalorian reaches the ancient temple of Tython, where he takes Grogu to the seeing stone, so he can use the force to find other Jedi. But old acquaintances show up to settle unfinished business. The Mandalorian must team up with...

Lars joins the crew to recap the highly anticipated episode that is Chapter 13, of The Mandalorian.  This episode contains SPOILERS! The Mandalorian  finally makes contact with the Jedi, Ahsoka Tano, but finds himself in the middle of a confrontation between the Jedi and the Imperial Magistrate, Morgan Elsbeth. In order to get the proper training for the Child, he must help Ahsoka free the city of...