The Comic Book Block

Welcome to our Halloween Episode! As we dive into Marvel's new horror-filled Midnight Universe. Marvel’s Midnight Universe gives the X-Men, Fantastic Four, and Spider-Man brand-new origins—and absolutely no peace and quiet. On this episode of The  Comic  Book Block , we unpack the three launch issues, explain the horror angle behind each series, and look ahead at the next wave of stories. We’l...

In this spoiler-filled episode of The Comic Book Block , we break down Lanterns Episodes 5–8 We’re discussing Zoe and Noah’s connection, the truth about Hal Jordan’s murder, Sinestro’s bootleg power battery, the Halogram, John Stewart’s new oath, and that dangerous mixture of green willpower and yellow fear energy. We’ll also examine the Easter eggs, fan theories, and comic-book connections that w...

The DEATHBLADE Kickstarter Is Live—Back the Awakening, Enter the Bloodwars & Discover Sightless https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/deathblade1/deathblade-the-awakening-issues-2-and-3-and-bloodwars-1?ref=creator_tab Comic Book Creator E.A. Brown steps Pulls Up to the** Block** to discuss the childhood dream that grew into an expanding supernatural comic-book universe. We go behind the blade t...

Bonus Episode On Da Block Lanterns Episodes 3 & 4: Everybody Looks Oa-fully Suspicious The mystery is getting deeper, the clues are getting stranger, and pretty much everyone on Lanterns now seems to be hiding something. In this spoiler-filled episode, The Comic Book Block takes a closer look at Episodes 3 and 4, breaking down the biggest reveals, the hidden comic-book connections, the suspici...

A new superhero universe is rising—and things are about to get E.P.I.C. On this episode of The Comic Book Block , we sit down with Lonnie “Lo” Plater, founder of Dark City Comics and creator of E.P.I.C. We explore the creation of reluctant hero Chris Tayborne, the mysterious Alpha Bands, the power-awakening Alpha Strand, and the expanding mythology of the Dark City Universe. Lo also takes us behin...

In this episode of  The Comic Book Block , we dive into HBO’s  Lanterns —a spoiler-filled cosmic murder mystery where Green Lantern power rings, buried secrets, suspicious aliens, and questionable decisions collide with the kind of grim detective work that might make the Guardians of the Universe schedule an emergency ethics review. We break down the show’s story, characters, biggest twists, funni...

Vixen was supposed to get her own comic in 1978—and DC canceled it before issue #1 even reached the shelves. She got fired before her first day! Then DC spent almost fifty years putting her on every superhero team imaginable while acting like giving her a solo ongoing required congressional approval. In this episode of Comic Book Block, we discuss Mari McCabe The Vixen from the DC Implosion and Ac...

Absolute Green Arrow: I Need a Cork Board and Red String Some comics entertain you. Some comics make you think. And then there's Absolute Green Arrow ... ...the kind of comic that has you staring at the last page wondering if you need a detective's office, a cork board, and about thirty feet of red string just to keep up. In this episode of The Comic Book Block , The Professor dives deep i...

Everybody says they've got the next great comic book idea... But  Malcolm McFadden  actually went out and built one. This week,  The Professor ,  Young O'Neil , and  Mr. Rey  welcome  comic book creator, Founder & CEO of Sixfifteen Comics , Malcolm McFadden, to  The Comic Book Block  for a high-energy conversation about  Subject Zero , the creative journey behind the series, and his li...

This week on Comic Book Block , The Professor , along with Young O'Neil and Mr. Rey , jumps into DC Next Level to find out if DC is finally giving the rest of its roster the spotlight—or if Batman just stepped out long enough for somebody else to borrow the cape. We're talking: Is Zatanna quietly becoming DC's next superstar? Is Firestorm the best book nobody's talking about? Is De...

This week on The Comic Book Block , we're welcoming Mark Poulton and Alfred Paige On Da Block to discuss their exciting new Kickstarter crossover, Hostile Assets . https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/koniwaves/gun-goth-x-footpath-hostile-assets/rewards If you grew up loving big crossover events, larger-than-life characters, action-packed storytelling, and the excitement of discovering the nex...

On this episode of The Comic Book Block , we sit down with comic creator Marvin Wynn to explore the world of The Edge — a universe filled with enhanced humans, dangerous conspiracies, layered characters, and high-stakes action. We talk about the creative process behind building an indie comic universe from the ground up, the challenges and rewards of independent storytelling, world-building, chara...

This week on 🎤 The Comic Book Block Podcast , The Professor, Mr. Rey, and Young O’Neil step into the streets of Dakota City to break down one of the most revolutionary comic teams ever created — Blood Syndicate . Before “gritty realism” became the industry standard…Milestone Media was already changing the game. Blood Syndicate wasn’t built on perfect teamwork or clean superhero ideals — it was bu...

In this episode of  The Comic Book Block , we sit down with comic book creator  E.A. Brown  to talk about the journey behind  Deathblade —from inspiration to execution, and everything in between. This is more than just a conversation about comics. It’s about vision, persistence, and what it really takes to build something from the ground up in the indie space. We dive into: How  Deathblade  was cr...

Every now and then… you come across something special. Not loud… not overhyped… just  real . And when it’s real? You can feel it. That’s what  Six Fifteen Comics  is. This ain’t just a comic brand… this is vision, discipline, and purpose all working together like they got somewhere IMPORTANT to be. And Malcolm McFadden? He’s not just creating stories…   He’s building greatness. Not talking about i...

In this episode of The Comic Book Block Podcast , we explore the dynamic between Icon and Rocket —two heroes who prove that greatness isn’t just about individual strength, but about how you grow, challenge, and elevate each other. Icon represents wisdom, experience, and intentional growth. Rocket brings boldness, vision, and the courage to move forward. Separately, they’re powerful. Together? They...

In this episode of The Comic Book Block , we take a deep dive into one of the most brilliant and underrated minds in comics— Hardware . Curtis Metcalf isn’t just a hero in armor—he’s a visionary engineer, a strategist, and a man who refused to let his genius be controlled. From his origins in Milestone Media to his evolution into a symbol of innovation and independence, Hardware represents a diffe...

What happens when you go to Galaxy Con with a plan… and leave with stories, new friends, and a bank account that needs emotional support? In this episode of  The Comic Book Block Podcast , we break down our full experience at Galaxy Con—from the moment we stepped into that never-ending line, to the chaos, the cosplay, the panels, and yes… the receipts. We talk about: That first step inside when ev...

On this episode of  The Comic Book Block , we sit down with independent comic book writer  Alfred Paige  — the creative force behind  Blowtorch ,  Pinpoint , the expanding  C.H.E.S.S. universe ,  Footpath , and more — and we talk about what it really means to create stories that stand on discipline, not just spectacle. Because anybody can design a costume. But not everybody can design consequence....

This week on The Comic Book Block , we spotlight the creators, artists, and independent publishers who are shaping the future of comics — without waiting for permission. From the groundbreaking legacy of Milestone to the world-building and the grassroots creativity of Sixfifteen Comics, Stranger Comics, Second Sight Publishing, Advent Comics, Comicsburgh, and Midnight Comics — this episode celebra...

The bracket continues… and now it gets serious. In Part 2, we break down every matchup from the Sweet Sixteen to the Final Four and all the way to the championship, debating love, loyalty, growth, and the many questionable editorial decisions that have tested these relationships for decades. From the stability of Superman & Lois… to the tension of Batman & Catwoman… to the tragedy of Mr. F...

This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating love the only way comic book fans know how… With a bracket. Thirty-two comic book couples. Head-to-head matchups. Single elimination. One champion. In Part 1 of our Couples Tournament, Comic Book Block breaks down the full  Round of 32 , debating which relationships are built to last — and which ones should’ve broken up three reboots ago. From Spider-Man &am...

In this episode of The Comic Book Block , we take a deep dive into Mister Freeze—DC Comics’ coldest villain and arguably its most emotionally committed bad decision-maker. What starts as a tragic love story quickly turns into a masterclass in unresolved grief, ethical violations, and climate-based crime. We explore Mister Freeze’s comic-book origins, his evolution from a gimmick villain to a tragi...

What if the scariest thing in a horror comic wasn’t the monsters… but the organizational structure? In this episode, we enter the House of Slaughter, the brutal Slaughterverse spinoff by James Tynion IV —a series that transforms childhood trauma into a lifelong job requirement. We discuss: The color-coded mask system and why it’s basically a corporate hierarchy with knives The Butcher arcs and how...

What starts as a horror story about children being eaten by unseen creatures quickly becomes something far more uncomfortable. In this episode of The Comic Book Block , we dive deep into Something Is Killing the Children by James Tynion IV —a series that uses monsters as the least disturbing part of the story. Yes, there are teeth. Yes, there is blood. Yes, Erica Slaughter shows up with a sword an...