Oni Press just dropped a great new book called Knee Deep. Please pick it up . In the year 2223, a teenage girl must venture through underground tunnels and canals in search of her parents who disappeared while on a mining expedition. Two hundred years in the future, refugees from an environmental cataclysm have fled underground. They survive, scrounging out a living in a twisted maze of tunnels and canals. Scavengers, mistitfs, bandits, renegades and mutants are among the citizens of this subter...
Jun 01, 2023•23 min
IT’S THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF RETURN OF THE JEDI, AND A BATCH OF NEW COMICS GIVE NEW STORIES! For ep 128, Mike delves into the first 3 comics that tie-in with Return Of The Jedi; Jabba’s Palace, Ewoks & Lando! Jabba’s Palace shows a conspiracy where someone tries to take over from Jabba, Ewoks features 3 stories without dialogue that Ewoks tell each other around the campfire while in Lando, he & Chewie attempt to find full schematics of Jabba’s Palace, so they can plan a break-in to save ...
May 26, 2023•40 min
There are many assassins in the known universe. This is the story of the most well-mannered one. Read the first issue online here. Please check out Tony's book here. You can reach him online.
May 25, 2023•29 min
HIDDEN EMPIRE NEARS IT’S END, AS THE FERMATA CAGE OPENS AGAIN… For ep 127, Mike delves into the penultimate issue of the Hidden Empire, where the Archivist activates the Fermata Cage on Amaxine Station, as Vader & Palpatine see to it personally! Meanwhile, the Bounty Hunter crew is pursued by Inferno Squad through an asteroid field while Zuckuss is trapped in a vision of his past, meaning we get his backstory! Mike also gives more information on the Gand, Amaxine Station and more! Hidden Emp...
May 20, 2023•28 min
THE STAR WARS VISIONS ANTHOLOGY IS BACK! BUT HOW DOES THE SECOND VOLUME COMPARE TO THE FIRST? Megan & Ria return to discussion Star Wars Visions with Mike! The trio discuss the 9 new anthology episodes in Volume 2, which are from animation studios across the world – tune in for found easter eggs, episode reviews, thoughts on the themes & messages, animation-style discussions and so much more! In more detail, the trio discuss the 9 episodes in release order; Sith, Screecher’s Reach, In Th...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 41 min
Appetite for Destruction Review by Stephen Thomas Erlewine Guns N' Roses' debut, Appetite for Destruction was a turning point for hard rock in the late '80s -- it was a dirty, dangerous, and mean record in a time when heavy metal meant nothing but a good time. On the surface, Guns N' Roses may appear to celebrate the same things as their peers -- namely, sex, liquor, drugs, and rock & roll -- but there is a nasty edge to their songs, since Axl Rose doesn't see much fun in the urban sprawl of...
May 14, 2023•1 hr 31 min
AS THE PHASE 2 COMICS COMMENCE, TENSIONS ON JEDHA ARE RISING… For ep 126, Mike delves into the first volume of High Republic comics in the second phase, following Jedi Vildar Mac, padawan Matty, the Sephi Tey Sirrek, Guardians Of The Whills, The Path of The Open Hand and more! Mike explores this Jedha-based story, noting along the way how it connects to the rest of the High Republic while providing information along the way – this serves as a perfect prequel to The Battle Of Jedha audiodrama by ...
May 13, 2023•42 min
This week Tony and Alyson talk to color artist and all-around amazing person, Hilary Jenkins . Listen to Hilary's awesome playlist here. Today's episode is brought to you by Reburn. Please, treat yourself and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic . Check out Alyson online here. If you want to ask Tony any questions or buy his novel, you can do so here....
May 06, 2023•1 hr 3 min
WHAT DID CAL KESTIS & THE MANTIS CREW DO BEFORE JEDI SURVIVOR? In this book review/plot overview, Mike delves into Jedi: Battle Scars – set between the games Jedi: Fallen Order & Jedi: Survivor. Mike gives his spoiler-free thoughts, reads the publisher’s summary and then gives a spoiler warning before delving into the book’s plot while providing his in-depth thoughts on the book itself and how it connects to the two Jedi video games – a perfect listen for fans of Fallen Order and Survivo...
May 04, 2023•41 min
HAN & CHEWIE FIND A MYSTERIOUS DROID NEURAL CORE, BUT WHAT DOES IT MEAN? For ep 125, Mike delves into the second & final volume of the Han Solo & Chewbacca series, where Chewie finds himself in a prison with Maz Kanata and the young Phaedra, while Han recovers from being shot by Greedo. The duo must perform a heist all while avoiding a marshall, bounty hunters, the empire and more – plus Mike gives information on Korin Pers, the Gran & Chagrian species and gives an insight in wha...
Apr 29, 2023•42 min
Flux House, a new boutique imprint at Dark Horse that features the writing (and sometimes art) of bestselling cartoonist Matt Kindt, with crime, science fiction, and humor stories, all told and presented in startling and untraditional ways. Kindt has been writing and illustrating espionage and action-fueled comics like BRZRKR (with Keanu Reeves), Apache Delivery Service, BANG! Dept. H, Ether, Fear Case, MIND MGMT, Folklords, Revolver, 3 Story, Super Spy, and Pistolwhip for the last two decades. ...
Apr 27, 2023•49 min
AFTER CONVERGENCE, THE BATTLE OF JEDHA DISRUPTS THE GALAXY! It’s time for another review of The High Republic, but this episode features the audio drama/script book written by George Mann for Phase 2 of this era; The Battle of Jedha! As per Mike’s other reviews, he begins by giving an overview of the era and provides information on the book itself, before he gives his spoiler-free thoughts. He then gives a mild spoiler warning and speaks more about the characters in the book, the themes and the ...
Apr 22, 2023•58 min
We’re back for the final episode The Mandalorian Season 3: Chapter 24, The Return! For episode eight of S3, we’ve got Chris & Dave; the podfathers of Comics In Motion! They start by discussing the whole series of The Mandalorian, how the finale stacks up against season 2, the episodic style, Grogu, the episode itself, other live-action shows and more! You can listen to this on any podcast app, or watch the video version at https://youtube.com/genuinechitchat ! You can find Dave Horrocks at @...
Apr 20, 2023•48 min
Today's episode is brought to you by Reburn. Please, treat yourself and get a copy of this brilliant indie comic . This week Tony and Ria have a good time talking about everyone's favorite tiger and his boy.
Apr 20, 2023•1 hr 20 min
Guest Host Heath Fodo r interviews Stephan Franck! This spring, the acclaimed cartoonist and award-nominated animator, writer, and director Stephan Franck (of Despicable Me, How to Train Your Dragon, The Iron Giant, and Marvel Studios’ What If...?) is returning to his passion project Palomino, a neo-noir graphic novel series set in the lost culture of Los Angeles’ country music clubs. Franck and his company, Dark Planet Comics, are returning to Kickstarter to crowdfund volumes 2 and 3 of the pla...
Apr 19, 2023•32 min
As the JSA splits up to guard Dr. Fate and to hopefully find a cure for him, Zanadu of Lemuria awakens! Plus, the Golden Age Superman joins the mission, but not everyone is happy about it! You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to ClassicComicsMBL@gmail.com . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.”...
Apr 18, 2023•34 min
This release is perfect for any newcomers to Star Wars: Comics In Canon, as it confirms what the show is all about, the variety of places you can listen, gives ideas on where to start and more information! Next week Mike will be back to his usual schedule, with his review of the High Republic audiobook The Battle Of Jedha! Mike has been doing weekly Mandalorian discussion episodes and the latest was the penultimate episode of S3; Chapter 23: The Spies! He spoke with YouTuber Stevie B and you can...
Apr 15, 2023•9 min
We’re back, as are Mando and Grogu, for another season of gunslinging Mandalorian action, so it’s another season of discussions and this week is The Spies! For episode seven (the penultimate episode of S3), Mike is joined by Stevie B, to delve into each element of The Mandalorian, including the character appearances at the beginning (with Legends connections), “I-Grogu”, Bo-Katan, emotional moments, Mandalorians clans, sacrifices and so much more! You can listen to this on any podcast app, or wa...
Apr 14, 2023•1 hr 16 min
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Apr 13, 2023•1 hr 8 min
MIKE & MEGAN DISCUSS ON THEIR FOURTH & FINAL DAY AT STAR WARS CELEBRATION 2023! This is a continuation of the two previous SWC episodes - M&M talk their experience of Day 4 of SWCE, where they attended the Bad Batch & Marvel Comics panels and discuss the news, they talk about the closing ceremony, their Celebration experience as a whole, meeting “internet friends”, merchandise they bought and so much more, including their suggestions for any people wanting to go to future convent...
Apr 11, 2023•56 min
MIKE & MEGAN FOCUS ON THEIR THIRD DAY AT STAR WARS CELEBRATION 2023! This is a continuation of yesterday’s episode, where M&M talk their experience of Day 3 of SWCE where they attended the Villains Of The Sequel Trilogy panel, the Star Wars classroom panel, more signings, more cosplay and of course; more fun anecdotes and stories! They do also go on bit of a tangent near the start about their annoying accommodation neighbours in London – Day 4 thoughts will be released tomorrow! The Star...
Apr 09, 2023•38 min
MIKE & MEGAN TALK ABOUT THEIR EXPERIENCE OF THE FIRST 2 DAYS OF STAR WARS CELEBRATION 2023! This week brings an extra-special episode, where M&M talk about what they expect from SWC, as Megan has never been to a convention before and Mike has been to a few, including the last SWC in the UK, 7 years ago. They then give their thoughts after their first full day of the convention, including some of the exciting Star Wars news about movies, and then the bulk of the episode is their experienc...
Apr 08, 2023•1 hr 22 min
We’re back, as are Mando and Grogu, for another season of gunslinging Mandalorian action, so it’s another season of discussions and this week is Guns For Hire! For episode six, Mike & Megan take the lead while on their way to London for Star Wars Celebration, talking about the newest episode, Megan’s views on The Mandalorian series & other live-action shows, Star Wars Rebels gets mentioned, the 3 cameos are discussed, Mandalorian culture, the Mon Calamari/Quarren wars and so much more! Y...
Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 3 min
This week, Tony is joined by Spider-Dan and the creative team behind an upcoming Kickstarter called The Berg . Writers Sarah Peploe and Fraser Campbell , Art by Gavin Mitchell
Apr 06, 2023•1 hr 5 min
WHAT DID THE WANDERING RONIN DO BEFORE THE DUEL? For ep 124 (& April Fool’s Day), this episode is technically not “canon” as it takes place in a Star Wars Visions continuity, more specifically, The Duel. This comic is a prequel to The Duel animated episode, which is also linked to the Ronin novel. Mike explores The Ronin’s story, confirms connections along the way and gives his interpretations to the ending. Star Wars: Visions 1 was released on October 12th 2022 and it was written by Takashi...
Apr 01, 2023•23 min
We’re back, as are Mando and Grogu, for another season of gunslinging Mandalorian action, so it’s another season of discussions and this week is The Pirate! For episode five, we have Spider-Dan and Ike’s Flame joining Mike and this conversation is filled to the brim with thoughts on the episode, the series as a whole and a huge amount of related tangents including; connections to Clone Wars & Rebels, the Mythosaur and what it means for Bo-Katan & The Armorer’s future, galactic government...
Mar 31, 2023•1 hr 54 min
How will the JSA/ Super Squad deafeat Vulcan: Son of Fire? A JSAer takes a hard fall while Carter Hall investigates legendary Lemuria, the other sunken city beneath Earth’s Oceans. You can follow the show @ComicsLloyd on Twitter or send an email to ClassicComicsMBL@gmail.com . You can find me on Twitter @MattB_Lloyd and at www.dccomicsnews.com where I write reviews and edit news stories. You can also check out my chapter in “Politics in Gotham: The Batman Universe and Political Thought.” https:/...
Mar 28, 2023•29 min
VADER FIGHTS TWO HIGH LEVEL BOUNTY HUNTERS; CHANATH CHA AND BEILERT VALANCE! For ep 123, Mike continues the final chapter of the Qi’ra trilogy along with the Bounty Hunters & Aphra comic crossovers! As Chanath Cha finally confronts Vader for 2 decades of revenge, Aphra learns even more from the Spark Eternal and gets more than she bargained for! Plus Beilert Valance also takes issue with Vader & The Empire’s lies so tries to fight the Sith Lord one-on-one in an act of pure anger, but as ...
Mar 25, 2023•30 min
We’re back, as are Mando and Grogu, for another season of gunslinging Mandalorian action! Mike is hosting weekly discussions on season 3 of the live-action series that has kicked off a new era of Star Wars, with a variety of guests; some familiar faces and some newbies to these discussions – this week is The Foundling ! For episode four, we have Thomas Rochester joining Mike and this conversation goes on any Star Wars tangents! As well as talking about live-action shows in general and the start ...
Mar 25, 2023•1 hr 23 min
Tony and Ada were honored to get an ARC of this brilliant book late last year. They had the privilege of meeting up with the writer Zach Weinersmith . Buy This Book! Zach Weinersmith , Boulet (Illustrations) A modern middle-grade graphic novel retelling of Beowulf, featuring a gang of troublemaking kids who must defend their tree house from a fun-hating adult who can instantly turn children into grown-ups. Listen! Hear a tale of mallow-munchers and warriors who answer candy’s clarion call! Somew...
Mar 23, 2023•1 hr 6 min
