I had so much fun chatting with Gregg Schigiel, the creator of PIX: One Weirdest Weekend (v1) and the forthcoming second volume, PIX: Too Super for School , which is available May 3, 2017, at your local comic shop or where finer books are sold. We talked about the publication of PIX through Image Comics, and Gregg answers many questions about PIX v1 (if you want to hear a more in-depth summary of PIX v1, listen to Episode 83 ). I learned a lot about Gregg's creative process and his love of bears...
Apr 26, 2017•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 116
Superman is reborn! I talk about the events in the Superman Reborn crossover in Superman #18 & 19 and Action Comics #975 & 976. What do I like and don't like about this change of the status quo? Listen and find out. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Please participate in the longboxreview.com/poll . Thanks for listening!...
Apr 07, 2017•52 min•Ep. 115
It's time for my annual tradition of looking back at the previous year of comic books and talking about my favorites. In this episode I talk about my favorites from the following categories: Limited Series (2:21) Trade/Graphic Novel (14:53) Short Story (22:51) Art (33:19) Covers (38:06) Most Disappointing (47:50) Most Surprising (52:07) Looking Forward to in 2017 (55:38) Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Pl...
Mar 21, 2017•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 114
It's time for my annual tradition of looking back at the previous year of comic books and talking about my favorites. In this episode I talk about my favorite books from the various publishers. Please listen to the next episode for the rest of my Favorites of 2016. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Please participate in the longboxreview.com/poll . Th...
Mar 10, 2017•55 min•Ep. 113
Damian, of the world-renowned sleepyreader666 YouTube channel , joins me to discuss our top 5 current favorite independent comics (plus a few more). Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please also subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Links: Damian's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/sleepyreader666 Damian on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sleepyreader666 You can watch the video version ...
Feb 15, 2017•2 hr 9 min•Ep. 112
Long-time Vertigo Comics fan and my good friend Travis joins me again for a lively discussion about DC Comic's and Gerard Way's Young Animal imprint. This episode, we discuss Shade, the Changing Girl (1-3) and Mother Panic (1-2), plus the backup features. If you haven't already, please listen to episode 110 where we discussed Doom Patrol and Cave Carson Has a Cybernetic Eye . Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com...
Feb 01, 2017•2 hr 24 min•Ep. 111
In cooperation with George of the George and Tony Entertainment Show, I am republishing my review of Gregg Schigiel's PIX: One Weirdest Weekend along with George's discussion with Mr. Schigiel about how Image Comics is now publishing the first volume and soon the second, PIX: Too Super for School ! Be sure to order PIX volume 1 from Image Comics (DEC160764) before the January 30 final order cut-off, and preorder volume 2 from the March Previews catalog. I highly recommend this great comic! Links...
Jan 23, 2017•30 min
Long-time Doom Patrol fanatic and my good friend Travis joins me in a lively discussion about DC's and Gerard Way's Young Animal imprint. This episode, we discuss Doom Patrol (1-3) and Cave Carson Has a Cybernetic Eye (1-3 and the backup strips). Join us next episode when we discuss Shade, the Changing Girl and Mother Panic . Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via ...
Jan 18, 2017•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 110
2016 marked the 50th anniversary of Star Trek , so I celebrate that milestone by discussing my history with the franchise, thoughts about the upcoming Star Trek: Discovery series, listing my favorite episodes (TOS only)/series/movies/ships, and talking about the Star Trek comic series I've read over the years. Here's to the next 50 years of Star Trek ! Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rat...
Dec 29, 2016•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 109
I enjoyed Nightwing #9 so much, I wanted to talk through it with you! Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening!...
Dec 01, 2016•47 min•Ep. 108
Just in time for Halloween, Travis joins me to discuss our favorite magical comic book characters. Who will make the cut? Dr. Fate or Dr. Strange? Etrigan or Hellboy? Listen to find out! But first we briefly talk about the passing of Steve Dillon and then chat about the fantastic artist who's coming to the 2017 Emerald City Comicon: José Luis García-López! Who are your favorite magical characters? Let us know! Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on ...
Oct 26, 2016•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 107
George Hanna of the George and Tony Entertainment Show returns to go over the offerings in the October 2016 Previews catalog with me for items shipping starting in December. Along the way, we offer recommendations, discuss some books that we're reading, veer into a few tangents (and rants), and generally have a geeky good time. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review both of our...
Oct 16, 2016•3 hr 2 min•Ep. 106
I talk with Peter Rios ( http://thedailyrios.com/ ) about our love for the Legion of Super-Heroes. Long Live the Legion! Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening! Links: Legion Abtract ( http://legionabstract.blogspot.com/ ) Cosmic Teams ( http://www.cosmicteams.com/ ) Legion of Substitute Podcasters ( http://paulfrench.ca/losp/ ) Super ...
Sep 28, 2016•3 hr 5 min•Ep. 105
I went to Portland, OR, to attend the 2016 Rose City Comic Con. After the con, I got together with Damian (guest host on episodes 88 - 91 and 102 ) and Matt (guest host on episode 80 and host on https://youtu.be/L1s2vj0f1cY ) at a Portland pub to discuss this fantastic con! We discuss the wonderful cosplay, the shopping, the state of RCCC, and specific panels. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscr...
Sep 17, 2016•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 104
I talk about the Marvel comics that are on my pull list, including: All-New, All-Different Avengers Dr. Strange Spider-Man The Mighty Thor The Ultimates The Vision Black Panther Black Widow Daredevil Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening!...
Aug 24, 2016•46 min•Ep. 103
I chat a bit with Damian, sleepyreader666, about the wonderful comic books shops we visited in Portland, OR, before we dive into the first offerings of DC's Rebirth. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening! Links: Damian's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/sleepyreader666 Damian on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sleepyreader66...
Jul 29, 2016•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 102
I traveled East to attend my very first HeroesCon in Charlotte, NC. I talk about my experiences there and the stuff I bought. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening! Links: My video spotlighting the things I bought at the con . Photos I took while at the con . HeroesCon information Jeff Dekal (artist, Nightwing commission) Cole Drewes ...
Jul 03, 2016•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 101
It's episode 100! YAYYY! I delve into the past, present, and future of the show and comics in general with some very special guests. Along the way, I talk about Amazing Spider-Man #187, John Constantine, Hellblazer #100, and DC Universe Rebirth #1. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening! Links: If you want to send in your responses to ...
Jun 08, 2016•4 hr 14 min•Ep. 100
What do comics and my will have in common? Listen to find out. Also, it's not too late to participate in Episode 100 , to be recorded soon. Stick around for the end of this episode of the Gutters for more information. Thanks for listening! Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes ....
May 24, 2016•9 min•Ep. 15
I talk with George Hanna of the George and Tony Entertainment Show about the July 2016 advanced solicitations. Along the way, we discuss Free Comic Book Day 2016, DC Rebirth, the upcoming LBR Episode 100 , and so much more. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening! Links: George and Tony Entertainment Show Cover Me Tees (show sponsor) Fr...
May 04, 2016•2 hr 37 min•Ep. 99
Travis joins me as cohost on Google Hangouts to discuss our thoughts about and our experiences at the 2016 Emerald City Comicon, but first we talk about news coming out of Image Expo. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening! Links: Travis's YouTube page : https://www.youtube.com/user/oddfellowsthoughts Cover Me Tees (episode sponsor): h...
Apr 18, 2016•2 hr 46 min•Ep. 98
I talk about some of the June 2016 advanced solicitations and go over the announcements from the DC Rebirth panel that happened on March 26, 2016, at WonderCon. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening!...
Apr 01, 2016•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 97
I talk to George Hanna, one half of the wonderful George and Tony Entertainment Show (GATES), about podcasting, comics, and comic book related media. Please listen in as two veteran geeks discuss the things they love. Plus, hear George answer the ponderous question "why comics?". Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening! GATES Links: iTu...
Mar 17, 2016•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 96
Prepare to be hit with some history! It's my Favorites of 2015 show! Starring my picks for favorite ongoing series, limited series, and trade collections from your favorite publishers. Co-starring my choices for Most Disappointing and Most Surprising. With a special appearance by what I'm looking forward to in 2016! Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . T...
Feb 29, 2016•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 95
My love of sidekicks compelled me to read and talk about the Action Lab Entertainment series Stray by Vito Delsante (writer/letterer), Sean Izaakse (artist), Ross Campbell (colors), Simon Gough (colors), John Morris (design), and Dean Haspiel (tpb cover). Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening!...
Feb 10, 2016•49 min•Ep. 94
I talk about some of the April 2016 advanced solicitations. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening!
Jan 27, 2016•49 min•Ep. 93
How was your 2015? I take this opportunity to talk about my 2015, especially in regards to the podcast, and why I haven't been podcasting enough the last few months. I also talk a bit about what's to come in 2016 (I hope!). Thanks for listening! Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or just go to longboxreview.com/feedback/ . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes ....
Jan 18, 2016•23 min•Ep. 14
To commemorate the New Teen Titans 35th anniversary (better late than never!), I talk about my favorite comic book series of all time! Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening! Links: The Tower podcast Mike's Amazing World of Comics...
Dec 19, 2015•57 min•Ep. 92
This is it! The final episode in which Damian, sleepyreader666 from YouTube, and I discuss issues 7 and 8 of Danger Club (by Landry Q. Walker, Eric Jones, and Michael [Rusty] Drake), plus the variant version of issue 8. I hope that you enjoyed this multipart deep dive into this great series. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter, or visit longboxreview.com . Please subscribe, rate, and review the show via iTunes . Thanks for listening!...
Nov 13, 2015•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 91
Damian, sleepyreader666 from YouTube, returns to discuss Danger Club (by Landry Q. Walker, Eric Jones, and Michael [Rusty] Drake) with me. While the live video recording session covered issues #5-8 (plus the alternate ending issue #8), in the interest of listening time, this episode just covers issues #5 and #6. Please join us for part 4 of our discussion as we conclude our talk about this great series. Please send your comments to [email protected] , chat with me @longboxreview on Twitter...
Nov 06, 2015•1 hr 36 min•Ep. 90
