Writer Chris Mancini walks us through issues #7 and #8 of Long Ago and Far Away. Once Jason was the Child Knight who saved Elvenwood. Now he's a depressed 30-year-old with a dead-end job. But Elvenwood needs him again... Long Ago and Far Away is available for purchase now: https://www.comixology.com/Long-Ago-and-Far-Away-7/digital-comic/781879 Follow Fred Van Lente: https://twitter.com/fredvanlente Connect with us on social media and let us know what you think. Which comics would you like to hav...
Jun 26, 2019•44 min•Ep. 45
Writer John Allison talks us through issue #51 of his comic Giant Days. Giant Days is an ongoing comedic comic book written by John Allison, with art by Max Sarin and Lissa Treiman. The series follows three young women – Esther de Groot, Susan Ptolemy and Daisy Wooton – who share a hall of residence at university. Originally created as a webcomic spin-off from his previous series Scary Go Round, and then self-published as a series of small press comics, Giant Days is now published by Boombox! Gi...
Jun 19, 2019•58 min•Ep. 44
Writer Fred Van Lente introduces us to issue #1 of Psi-Lords. The Psi-Lords make their debut in the modern-era Valiant Universe in a brand-new ongoing series! But WHO are they? And where they heck are they?! Prepare for a cosmic adventure like no other! Seriously, it's wild stuff. Psi-Lords is available for purchase now: https://www.comixology.com/Psi-Lords-1/digital-comic/768982 Follow Fred Van Lente: https://twitter.com/fredvanlente Connect with us on social media and let us know what you thin...
Jun 19, 2019•30 min•Ep. 43
Writer Kieron Gillen walks you through Vol. 1 (TPB) of his "pitch-black fantasy" DIE. THE WICKED + THE DIVINE writer KIERON GILLEN teams up with artist supernova STEPHANIE HANS (THE WICKED + THE DIVINE 1831, Journey Into Mystery) for her first ongoing comic! DIE is a pitch-black fantasy where a group of forty-something adults have to deal with the returning unearthly horror they barely survived as teenage role-players. If Kieron's in a rush, he describes it as "Goth Jumanji." That only captures ...
Jun 12, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 42
Writer Rich Douek walks you through issue #1 of Road of Bones. In 1953, the Siberian Gulag of Kolyma is hell on Earth—which is why Roman Morozov leaps at the chance to escape it. But even if they make it out, Roman and his fellow escapees still have hundreds of miles of frozen tundra between them and freedom. With the help of a mysterious being straight out of his childhood fairy tale stories, Roman just might make it—or is the being simply a manifestation of his brutal circumstances driving him...
Jun 12, 2019•40 min•Ep. 41
Writer Amy Chu walks you through issue #1 of Red Sonja & Vampirella Meet Betty & Veronica. Mystery, murder, and mayhem descends on Riverdale as four of your favorite comic book women meet for the first time. A string of paranormal, unsolved murders leads the vampire hunter Vampirella and her sword-wielding barbarian partner Red Sonja to the small, sleepy town where things always seem to happen... There they discover Betty and Veronica, investigative reporters for the high school newspape...
Jun 05, 2019•32 min•Ep. 40
Writers Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly walk you through issues #1 and #2 of Star Trek: Year Five! The crew of the U.S.S. Enterprise left Earth four years ago. They've traveled to strange new worlds, defeated impossible foes, and made universe-changing decisions. But now, with the end in sight, they'll have to face their biggest challenge yet. Step aboard the Enterprise with Kirk, Spock, Bones, Uhura, Sulu, Scotty, and Chekov as they begin the end of their original Five Year Mission and boldly ...
May 29, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 39
Writer Natalie Nourigat takes you page by page through her graphic novel "I Moved to Los Angeles to Work in Animation." When artist Natalie Nourigat left her life in Portland to move to Los Angeles and pursue a job in animation, she realized that despite her research, nothing truly prepared her for the wild world that awaited in the studios of Southern California. This autobiographical how-to graphic novel explores the highest highs and lowest lows of pursuing a dream in animation. Brushed with ...
May 22, 2019•54 min•Ep. 38
Writer Ben Kahn walks you page by page through the first issue of Gryffen: Galaxy's Most Wanted. Captain Lyla Gryffen stands trial for their offenses against the galaxy-spanning Sovereign Reach. As the Reach searches for answers to what happened to Gryffen at the edge of space, the Resistance has also targeted them for possible defection. But Gryffen has plans of their own! Gryffen: Galaxy's Most Wanted #1 is available for purchase now: https://www.comixology.com/Gryffen-1/digital-comic/774721 F...
May 15, 2019•47 min•Ep. 37
Writer Vita Ayala takes you page by page through the sixth issue of Livewire. "ALL-NEW ONGOING SERIES! FOR THE FIRST TIME, LIVEWIRE TAKES CENTER STAGE! Accomplice. Mentor. Savior. And now, Enemy of the State. Seeking to protect other vulnerable super-powered psiots like herself, Livewire plunged the United States into a nationwide blackout with her technopathic abilities, causing untold devastation. After choosing the few over the many, she must now outrun the government she served – and those s...
May 15, 2019•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 36
Writer David Pepose takes you page by page through the first issue of Spencer & Locke 2. Suspended by Internal Affairs, Detective Locke grapples with the demons of his past alongside his trusty partner, his childhood imaginary panther Spencer. But when Spencer and Locke face a scarred soldier named Roach Riley, will this unlikely pair finally meet their match? Spencer & Locke 2 #1 available for purchase now: https://www.comixology.com/Spencer-Locke-2-1/digital-comic/758319 Spencer & ...
May 15, 2019•44 min•Ep. 35
Writer Curt Pires takes you page by page through the third issue of his Dark Horse comic Wyrd. There are problems, cases, too strange for US law enforcement to solve. Pitor Wyrd is the one who solves them--for a fee, of course. An unaging, invincible detective with a penchant for the strange, Wyrd is the one the government calls when things go very badly and very strange. This issue: Crimea. A failed attempt at recreating a certain US supersolider. A monster roaming the countryside. A trail of b...
May 08, 2019•28 min•Ep. 34
Writer Katie Cook talks about her web-comic Nothing Special! In Nothing Special... Callie thinks that in the grand scheme of the worlds at large, she's nothing special. With the unexpected addition of friendship and adventure into her life, she's about to find out that she was very, very wrong. Nothing Special is available on WebToons.com: https://www.webtoons.com/en/fantasy/nothing-special Follow Katie Cook: https://twitter.com/katiecandraw Connect with us on social media and let us know what y...
May 08, 2019•34 min•Ep. 33
Writers Paul Scheer and Nick Giovannetti talk about destroying everything you thought you knew about Marvel history in Cosmic Ghost Rider Destroys Marvel History! Issue #3 out today! In Issue 3, Cosmic Ghost Rider becomes an X-Man — whether Charles Xavier likes it or not! What could make Cosmic Ghost Rider even more powerful? How about slapping some Phoenix Force in there! Wolverine’s not the only guy with a sweet motorcycle in this issue! Cosmic Ghost Rider Destroys Marvel History #3 available ...
May 01, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 32
Writer Stephanie Phillips takes you step by step through the first issue of her conspiracy-fueled adventure series, Descendent. Conspiracy theories, government corruption, and a really good mix of Prince drives David Corey to help solve the mysterious disappearance of a famous politician’s son. When David realizes that the truth is much more dangerous than a kidnapping, he must battle ancient secrets that have endangered the lives of children for centuries. This conspiracy-fueled adventure story...
May 01, 2019•32 min•Ep. 31
Writer Kat Howard walks you through Books of Magic #7 from Vertigo's Sandman Universe series. Timothy Hunter may be destined to become the most powerful magician in the universe, but he's still a London teenager and having magical abilities complicates things more than it helps. It's not like he can use magic to pass his exams, stop being bullied, or convince his cute friend to date him. And while Tim's trying to live his life, there are cultists who want to kill him, believing his power will ev...
Apr 24, 2019•31 min•Ep. 30
Writer Matt Kindt takes you page by page through the final issue of his Eisner Award-nominated run on X-O Manowar. X-O Manowar takes the final battle against the galaxy's baddest bounty hunters into space to decide the ultimate fate of the universe. Available for purchase now: https://www.comixology.com/X-O-Manowar-2017-26/digital-comic/759821 Follow Matt Kindt: https://twitter.com/mattkindt Connect with us on social media and let us know what you think. Which comics would you like to have a com...
Apr 17, 2019•23 min•Ep. 29
Writer Vita Ayala takes you panel by panel through the star-studded seventh issue of Marvel's Shuri series. When it looks like an enemy of Wakanda has left a signature behind in America, Princess Shuri heads overseas to investigate. But she’s not the only hero on the case. With New York City and New Jersey on the line, there’s no way Miles Morales and Kamala Khan are sitting this one out. Guest creative team Vita Ayala and Paul Davidson take Shuri on a star-studded adventure! Available for purch...
Apr 17, 2019•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 28
Jeremy Whitley, writer of Unstoppable Wasp, takes you panel by panel through the sixth issue. Back by popular demand, it’s Nadia Van Dyne — the Unstoppable Wasp! With the backing of Janet Van Dyne, the original Wasp, there’s no problem the Agents of G.I.R.L. can’t solve! But Nadia’s team of girl scientists isn’t the only acronym toting science organization out there — and when A.I.M. strikes, Nadia and the Genius In action Research Labs answer the call! But who is A.I.M.’s new super-powered lieu...
Apr 10, 2019•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 27
Kelly Thompson, writer of the brand new Sabrina the Teenage Witch series, walks you through the first issue. Sabrina is a teen witch whos struggling with balancing the double life of high school and her burgeoning powers. Newly relocated to Greendale with her aunts Hilda and Zelda (also witches), Sabrina is trying to make the best of being the new girl in town which so far includes two intriguing love interests, an instant rivalry, a couple of misfits that could turn into BFFs, and trying to sav...
Mar 28, 2019•33 min•Ep. 26
Karla Pacheco (writer) and Sarah Gaydos (editor) break down the Rick and Morty #48 back-up story. Rick and Morty #48 available for purchase now: https://www.comixology.com/Rick-and-Morty-48/digital-comic/755763 Connect with us on social media and let us know what you think. Which comics would you like to have a commentary track for? https://twitter.com/BENBLACKER COMIC BOOK COMMENTARY IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST: http://foreverdogproductions.com/fdpn/podcasts/comic-book-commentary Learn more about ...
Mar 27, 2019•39 min•Ep. 25
Ben Blacker walks you through the final issue (for now) of his DC/Vertigo series, HEX WIVES. Connect with us on social media and let us know what you think. Which comics would you like to have a commentary track for? https://twitter.com/BENBLACKER COMIC BOOK COMMENTARY IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST: http://foreverdogproductions.com/fdpn/podcasts/comic-book-commentary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 27, 2019•47 min•Ep. 24
Writer Skottie Young walks you through Issue #5 of Middlewest. The lands between the coasts are vast, slow to change, and full of hidden magics. The town of Farmington has been destroyed, sending an unwitting adventurer and his vulpine companion in search of answers—and to quell a coming storm that speaks his name. From author SKOTTIE YOUNG (I HATE FAIRYLAND, Deadpool, Fortunately, the Milk) and artist JORGE CORONA (NO. 1 WITH A BULLET, Feathers, Big Trouble in Little China: Old Man Jack) comes ...
Mar 20, 2019•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 23
Writer B. Dave Walters takes you page by page through Dungeons and Dragons: A Darkened Wish #1. When war threatens the Moonshae Isles, legendary heroes return to defeat the forces of an unthinkable foe. The Forgotten Realms are changed forever as young wizard Helene and her friends grow from raw recruits on the streets of Mintarn into powerful warriors. Dungeons and Dragons: A Darkened Wish #1 available for purchase now: https://www.comixology.com/Dungeons-Dragons-A-Darkened-Wish-1/digital-comic...
Mar 20, 2019•59 min•Ep. 22
Writer Nalo Hopkinson walks you through House of Whispers #7 from Vertigo's new Sandman Universe series. House of Whispers #7 available for purchase now: https://www.comixology.com/House-of-Whispers-2018-7/digital-comic/751522 Follow Nalo Hopkinson: https://twitter.com/Nalo_Hopkinson COMIC BOOK COMMENTARY IS A FOREVER DOG PODCAST: https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/podcasts/comic-book-commentary Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 13, 2019•38 min•Ep. 21
Writer Kyle Starks introduces you to Issue 1 of Assassin Nation. Hot off her breakout success at Marvel, two-time Eisner award winner ERICA HENDERSON (The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl, Jughead) teams up with KYLE STARKS (writer of sales beast Rick and Morty) for a hilarious twist on the hitman trope that will have readers laughing in the aisles over ASSASSIN NATION. The Worlds Former Greatest Hitman hires the 20 best assassins in the world to be his bodyguards. These mean-as-hell hired guns and murd...
Mar 13, 2019•36 min•Ep. 20
Writers Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly walk you through the anniversary issue #50 of Green Lantern! Spinning out of the events of JUSTICE LEAGUE: NO JUSTICE and HEROES IN CRISIS! When a black ops organization discovers Green Arrows long-held secret-a mysterious weapon in the form of a box, given to him by the Justice League - they'll deploy their top undercover agent: Black Canary! On opposite sides of this festering secret, Green Arrow and Black Canary will clash as only two lovers can-by aim...
Mar 06, 2019•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 19
Writer Cecil Castellucci walks you through the first issue of Female Furies! All their lives the Female Furies have been raised to be the meanest, most cunning and most ruthless fighting force on all of Apokolips. So why are Granny Goodness girls left behind every time the men go to war? With the might of New Genesis hanging over the planet, and the Forever People making mincemeat out of Darkseids army, Granny thinks its about time that changed. FEMALE FURIES is an exciting new miniseries starri...
Feb 27, 2019•44 min•Ep. 18
Chelsea Cain (writer), Lia Miternique (cover design, front and back matter, additional interior art, and Chelsea's production partner), and Stella Greenvoss (13 year-old art boss, contributes to every issue) walk you through issue #6 of Man-Eaters! Adolescent girls can be real monsters. Maude is twelve -- which is just about that age when some girls turn into flesh-eating wildcats. As her detective dad investigates a series of strange mauling attacks, Maude begins to worry that she might be the ...
Feb 27, 2019•46 min•Ep. 17
Writer Kelly Thompson takes you page by page through the first issue of her new Jessica Jones' series Purple Daughter. PURPLE DAUGHTER Parts 1 & 2! - PURPLE DAUGHTER STARTS HERE! When her daughter comes home with purple skin, Jessica Jones is forced to question everything she thought she knew about her time with the Purple Man and her marriage to Luke Cage. As Jessica digs deeper than ever before into the darkness at the center of her life, will she find relief, or just another nightmare? Th...
Feb 20, 2019•52 min•Ep. 16
