The Short Box Podcast: A Comic Book Talk Show

Troy Jeffery-Allen is back on the show! For you new folks: Troy is the editor & content manager for PREVIEWS World (home of the monthly PREVIEWS catalog), and a creator & writer at RexCo (studio behind FIGHT OF THE CENTURY , ALL CAPS , PUBLIC ENEMY'S APOCALYPSE '91 ). He's back to talk about RexCo's new initiative ( #Createtheculture ) that's changing the way they...

Fresh out of the theater on opening night, Badr, Drew, and Blythe ( Everything is Logistics ) hop on the mics for a first-watch review of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3! ( Spoilers start at 00:06:56) If one episode a week isn't enough for you, consider joining our Patreon Community for more content!  Click here   to join the Short Box family and get access to bonus episodes and special reward...

Here's ten man-on-the-street style interviews recorded with fans and volunteers who were at Gotham City Limit comic shop on Free Comic Book Day! INTERVIEWS IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE: Juan - 00:46 Adam - 03:08  Ben Kingsbury , owner of Gotham City Limit , himself! - 05:11 Steven Gamit - 09:14 Shayne - 13:29 Linda - 16:15 Nate - 19:37 Casey - 21:57 Curtis - 24:18 Matt - 28:39 If one episode a week...

This episode marks ten years of Badr & Drew’s annual visit to Walt! The boys hop on the mics for a casual convo about managing this pull lists and manga, and Walt finally shares the story of how he got into comics TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:  Comic grail talk - 03:55 What's your ideal day of comic reading like? - 12:23 When is it time to trim/cut titles from your pull list? - 18:54 Comic boo...

Ever wondered how Free Comic Book Day , the biggest comic event in the world, got started? Well, Joe Field is the man to thank for that, and he's on the show to talk about the origin of FCBD, working with Stan Lee back in the day, and the original campaign that made Stockton, CA the official birthplace of Marvel's first family. Click here to watch the video version of this podcast on You...

Ryan Crowe is the head of marketing and community at Shortboxed , the fastest growing app to buy & sell graded comic books, and he's on the show this week with Badr, and Zack from Comic Ventures , to talk about the company's thriving community of collectors, the upcoming Shortboxed Live event ...and obviously, comic grails!  Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube !  TOPIC...

A trio of some of the most iconic voice actors in the industry talk about the profession, tricks of the trade, and cartoons! Order of appearance : Billy West, John DiMaggio (04:07), and Jim Cummings (12:29) If you want EVEN MORE bonus content and access to unreleased episodes and special rewards, consider joining our Patreon Community!  Click here   to join the Short Box family    BONUS LINKS: Tak...

Eli Schwab (founder of Cosmic Lion Productions and host of Can I Thwipp It? Podcast) joined Badr and Ed to catch up with some recent comic news and headlines. Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube ! TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:  Former Marvel EIC, Joe Quesada, signs exclusive deal with Amazon Studios - 08:35 Disney fires Marvel Entertainment CEO & Chairman, and MCU Disney + Phase 5 ch...

Chris Piers is an artist, former real-life superhero , and the host of the popular comic YouTube channel: Comic Tropes . He's on the show to talk about his first comic project : an exclusive Vampirella  cover for Dynamite Entertainment! Watch the video version of this podcast on YouTube , and get the comic here TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:  Getting the opportunity to draw Vampirella - 09:55 The p...

Two interviews-in-one! Hear from colorist extraordinaire, Laura Martin , about the important role colorists play in comics, and learn firsthand from Arthur "Zombie King" Suydam how the Marvel Zombies had a hand in launching The Walking Dead to stardom Hear the other interviews we recorded with Amy Jo Johnson, John Rhys-Davies, Billy West, and more, over on our Patreon ! TOPICS & TIME...

Andrew Robinson is a master comic artist, painter, and multimedia artist who has been working in comics for nearly 30 years.  He joins Badr to talk about his upcoming appearance at Collective Con (get your tickets here !), and looks back on his experiences in the comic book industry, including the awards won, friends made, and covers that made him a superstar.  Watch the video version of this inte...

In the latest installment of our spin-off podcast, Pilot's License , Badr and Ed dive into the world of G.I. Joe with 2010's animated show: G.I. Renegades . If you want to hear the rest of this episode, or want more content from us about classic comic book cartoons and animated shows, consider becoming a member of our Patreon Community for access to bonus podcasts!    SUPPORT THE SHOW:  ...

Lex (from The Wednesday Pull List! ) joins Badr and Ed to catch up with the latest comic news and headlines, such as the return of Marvel's Ultimate Universe and rumors of a decent Hellboy movie. Watch the video version of this podcast here ! TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:  Marvel's Contest of Chaos & DC's Knight Terrors summer events - 00:06:58 Jonathan Hickman & Bryan Hitch unit...

Fresh out of the theater on opening night, Blythe Brumleve ( Everything is Logistics ) & Warren Evans ( Simpsons is Greater Than ) join Badr for a post-movie review of Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania (review starts at 00:10:19) Click here to text us Fan Mail! Proudly sponsored by Collective Con Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission...

Rob & Guido from the Dear Watchers podcast join us this week to discuss Marvel's infamous tyrant of time, Kang The Conqueror, with a review of the exceptional 2021 comic series: Kang The Conqueror: Only Myself Left To Conquer   TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:  Collective-Con Tickets Giveaway ! - 00:08:42 Kang The Conqueror 101: A Crash Course - 00:10:20 Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania predicti...

Brad and Lisa Gullickson have been called “ The best couple in comics ”. They host the highly-acclaimed comic podcast: Comic Book Couples Counseling , and are on the show this week for a special Valentine’s Day-inspired episode to talk about the best and worst relationships in comics. Watch the video version of this podcast here TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:  Pairing comic couples with self-help and re...

If you want to hear the full version of this episode, or want more content from us about classic comic book cartoons and animated shows, consider becoming a member of our Patreon Community for access to our spin-off podcast and other bonus content!     SUPPORT THE SHOW:   Click here to join our Patreon community and get access to bonus episodes and special rewards for as little as a $1.  Take your...

Dust off your favorite Calvin and Hobbes book, and join us for the latest installment of our artist spotlight series . We're analyzing the life and career of one of comic's most private and beloved creators: Bill Watterson .  Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:  Remembering our first Calvin and Hobbes strip - 00:10:25 A crash course into the life/c...

Shaggy Black ( Cinema Villains ) makes his glorious return to the show and joins Badr and Ed to catch up with the latest comic news and headlines. Watch the extended video version of this episode on YouTube TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:  Nic Cage is not returning to play Spider-Man Noir - 00:10:35 Jeremy Renner now in stable condition after accident - 00:17:39 James Gunn vs Twitter, and his plans for t...

The Co-founder & Co-Publisher of WhatNot Publishing , Kevin Roditeli , joins the show to talk about the company's inaugural slate of books  ( Alpha Betas , Ninja Funk , Quested , and The Exiled ), and more! Watch the extended video version of this episode on our YouTube TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS:  What is the role of a Co-Publisher? - 00:04:29 WhatNot Publishing's partnership with Heav...

Badr invites some friends and fellow comic podcasters to close out the year. Alongside Chris Hacker ( The Oblivion Bar ), Lance ( Comic Book Keepers ), and Jake Hull ( Spec Tales ), no stone is left unturned when it comes to recounting the year's best comic books, movies, and superhero offerings. Watch the extended video version of this episode on YouTube for additional best-of-year categorie...

This episode was recorded during the Short Box Christmas party, where we reunited in person to celebrate the holidays and the 10 yr anniversary of the show! This rowdy episode is brought to you by friendship, Christmas cheer, and Ashley's famous spiked eggnog 🎅🏽 TIMESTAMPS : Our Holiday Traditions - 00:12:39 Christmas Comics Spotlight - 00:23:13  Cesar -  A Night Out With Spider-Man and Wol...

Badr & Drew discuss the best comics they've read all month, and then compare notes on the most interesting comics, manga, toys, and merch hitting shops soon, according to this month's PREVIEWS catalog. Check out the merch below, and watch the video version of this episode on YouTube ! PREVIEWS Wishlist (starts at 00:14:48) Drew’s Pick : DEC222117 - PLUNDERLINGS PLUNDERSTRONG RAIDER B...

Finally unlocked from our Patreon: Recorded immediately after their first viewing of the movie, Badr, Drew, and returning guest, Blythe Brumleve , hopped on the mics to discuss their thoughts and fresh reactions to Wakanda Forever. BEWARE OF SPOILERS if you haven't seen the movie SUPPORT THE SHOW:   Click here to join our Patreon community and get access to bonus episodes and special rewards...

We dedicate this episode to the impactful careers and recent passing of comic legends: Kevin O' Neil and Carlos Pacheco, and the definitive voice of Batman: Kevin Conroy. May they all rest in peace. Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube .  TOPICS : Kevin O' Neill Tribute - 00:07:52 Carlos Pacheco Tribute - 00:16:26 Kevin Conroy Tribute - 00:22:47 AMC Network will publish com...