Today, on a very special Pat Chat: Mike and Kara return to chat about what we've all been reading! Pat shares what mutant comic he's been reading lately, Kara talks about collecting hardcovers, and Mike keeps the recommendations coming. Plus, we talk about the 10th anniversary of the I READ COMIC BOOKS podcast, as Mike recounts how the show began, how Kara got involved, and we talk about their special project: an anniversary zine featuring an amazing collection of artists! You can make this Zine...
Mar 05, 2025•1 hr 4 min
This week, Arune Singh, VP of Editorial at Skybound Entertainment joins Pat to talk about the Energon Universe. We chop it up about our favorite Transformers and Joes, and talk about his long career within the comics industry. From CBR, to Marvel, and now Skybound, Arune has seen the biz from many perspectives and has gained a lot of friends from the experience. We talk about how one never truly leaves the industry. We also talk about recent experiences during the California fires of early 2025 ...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr 20 min
This week on The Pat Chat: streamer The AnarChristie joins Pat to catch up on some major life changes they've gone through since we last hung out. She talks about her life journey and discovering her true self, leading up to transitioning...and how Arcane played a role in it. We talk about comics, streaming, and of course, Arcane. Bluesky: @theanarchristie Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/ theanarchristie Christie's Stream Schedule: Wednesday: 7:30 pm EST Saturday: 3:00pm EST Sundays: 7:30 pm EST M...
Feb 14, 2025•1 hr 13 min
On this week's Pat Chat, the Krakoan Exports crew of Patrick, Kori and Mike reunite to put the old show to rest. We talk about why we ended the show, talk about Krakoa and how it affected us. I'm still feeling a bit bitter about it ending, myself, but this is the show where I put those feelings to rest as well. Plus, we talk about what we are currently enjoying. A fun chat, as always. Kori on BlueSky: @Zombilicious Kori on Instagram: @zombilicious Mike on BlueSky: @TheFurthOne Mike's comic: No G...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 8 min
On this week's Pat Chat: artist Ryan Oakley! We talk about her beginnings as an artist and how she broke into the comics and convention scene. We then get into her influences, and what made her fell in love with the medium. We also talk about a few things she wished to accomplish in comics. A really fun chat with a fantastic artist, who I'm sure you'll be hearing more from in the future. Check out Ryan's social media, her portfolio and buy her work on Linktree: @RyanOakleyArt Music for the show ...
Jan 31, 2025•1 hr 14 min
On this week's Pat Chat: WFMU DJ Strong Style Chris Crash FM chats with me about pro wrestling, punk music, and comic books. We also talk about playlists and mix CDs, retro video games, and muse about the brilliance of Tomohiro Ishii, who is pretty much a human version of a Geodude. And of course, we talk about Masahiro Chono. A lot. Check out Chris' various playlists for WFMU: WFMU: Strong Style Chris Crash Chris on Instagram: @chriscrashfm Music for the show by Sleepy Sword . Graphics designed...
Jan 24, 2025•1 hr 26 min
On the first Pat Chat of 2025, Jason Aaron joins Pat to catch up on his projects and various aspects of life. We talk about Jason's concluded Marvel work, including his runs on Punisher, Avengers and Thor. We talk about the lasting impact of Jane Foster as a character and as a wielder of Mjolnir. Jason pitches his TMNT book to Pat, who is admittedly not a Turtle guy. We then talk about Absolute Superman, and spend a good amount of time talking about Jason's upcoming Image book, BUG WARS with art...
Jan 17, 2025•2 hr 40 min
On this milestone 50th episode, Brian Michael Bendis makes his long overdue first appearance on the Pat Chat. We talk about how our association began 20 years ago, and talk about many of our shared memories and experiences at conventions. We talk about the old Jinxworld forums, which helped launch many comic books and comic creators. Plus: a look back at the infamous Batman/Daredevil fiasco, and learn if he still wants to do this story. And...the origin story of the phrase 'breaking the internet...
Dec 23, 2024•2 hr
AJ Grier returns to chat about some recent media we've watched. We talk about the excellent wave of anti-heroes and villains on TV, particularly The Penguin and Agatha All Along. AJ tries to pitch Megalopolis to me, and of course, some Transformers One talk. Plus, we talk about what we're looking forward to in 2025. A fun show as always, so get to listening! Follow AJ on Instagram: @adrianjermayne Various Narratives on IG: @variousnarratives Music for the show by Sleepy Sword . Graphics designed...
Dec 18, 2024•2 hr 49 min
On the Pat Chat: dear friends and artists Ashley Riot and Crystal Fae join Pat to talk about the life of a traveling convention artist: the work, the costs, the travel and looking back on this year's conventions. We also talk about their cosplay work, as Pat expresses how much he'd love to work them both again. A fun show, so give it a listen, and check out their websites to pick up their work! Crystal's website: crystalvfae.com Crystal on IG: @crystalvfae Ashley's website: ashleyriot.com Ashley...
Dec 11, 2024•2 hr 40 min
On this week's Pat Chat: writer Amy Chase joins Pat for a long overdue chat! We talk her journey from working comic stores to writing comics herself! We get into her love of Jane Foster's Thor, her collecting habits, how she broke in to comics and how building relationships helped get her to where she is. Plus, we get into her other current passion: roller derby! Learn more about Amy and her work on her website: amythunderjam.com Subscribe to her newsletter here: amythunderjam.substack.com Music...
Dec 03, 2024•2 hr 38 min
On this week's Pat Chat: Mike and Kara of the I Read Comic Books Podcast return to claim their record as the show's most recurring guests...and to talk about Transformers. Transfomers One, specifically! Pat and Kara gush over this movie and what we loved about it, and talk about TF comics over the years. We go on several tangents and talk about some of the stuff we've been reading and share some recommendations. And of course, we go back to Transformers before we close out. As always, a good tim...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 13 min
This week on the PatChat: Writer, Producer, and Youtuber Hector Navarro joins Pat to talk about many subjects. We go in depth about a particular scene in Deadpool and Wolverine, and why the grave Wade desecrated is NOT the same one from the James Mangold film, Logan. We also talk about Hector's Youtube work on Heroes Reforged, as Pat shares how he discovered and came to enjoy Reaction Videos. We go into some comics talk and even more MCU chatter. A really fun episode so give it a listen! Heroes ...
Nov 19, 2024•1 hr 21 min
This week on the Pat Chat: entertainment writer, and comic expert Evan Valentine joins Pat to catch up on life, comics, and many other subjects. We talk about our nearly 20 year friendship and our times as part of the Jinxworld Forums, and how the various alumni of that place ended up in key places in the comics and entertainment world. We talk about various comics and spend a little too much time talking about everyone's favorite blue furred war criminal, Hank 'The Beast' McCoy. A really fun an...
Nov 12, 2024•2 hr 16 min
On this week's Pat Chat: Pulitzer Prize winning journalist, author and comic writer Spencer Ackerman joins Pat to talk about the beginning of his Iron Man run. We get into his comics origin story, discuss a few comic topics, and talk about his first big NYCC as a Marvel writer. Plus, we get into Spencer's path into journalism and what led to him doing the work he does today. A fun and informative chat, so give it a listen! Subscribe to The Forever Wars Newsletter Purchase Reign of Terror Purchas...
Nov 06, 2024•1 hr 14 min
In this week's Pat Chat: Astonishing X-Men artist Phillip Sevy and writer Christie Porter to talk about Astonishing X-Men...and if its still possible to enjoy it (and other stories of its ilk). We talk about some of the story, the brilliant art by the late John Cassaday, and how the story affected us all as it came out. We talk at length about problematic creators and how to approach their work in, and how we cope with these stories being tainted by the actions of some creators. Plus: we talk a ...
Oct 29, 2024•2 hr 30 min
This week, Jim Viscardi joins Pat to talk about his journey from Marvel, to ComicBook.com and now...Image Comics. We talk about marketing comics, the role of social media, some pro wrestling talk, and we talk about Jim's endgame: for Image United to finish. Image Comics website . Image Comics Instagram . Jim on Instagram . Music for the show by Sleepy Sword . Graphics designed by Turn On Red . Follow Pat on Instagram and Bluesky ....
Oct 24, 2024•2 hr 31 min
On the 40th episode of the Pat Chat, our first guest from across the Atlantic: Eisner award winning writer and editor, Michael Molcher! We talk about his award winning book, I AM THE LAW: How Judge Dredd Predicted Our Future , Judge Dredd as a character, the evolution of British comics, and so much more. Michael's Linktree Purchase I Am The Law in eBook form here Judge Dredd cover art by Toby Willsmer Music for the show by Sleepy Sword . Graphics designed by Turn On Red . Follow Pat on Instagram...
Oct 16, 2024•59 min
Are you ready for chaos? Well, this Pat Chat has it all, with special guests Stephanie Cooke and Stephanie Gerk! We chat about writing process, the cursed things we find on the internet, Joe Hendry, and a cursed piece of McDonalds ephemera. All this and more in this week's Pat Chat! This is the cursed cardboard ET Cooke mentioned. The Amazing Vinnie Jones CPR Advert . The aforementioned Ronald McDonald Album: Info on Stephanie Cooke and her work can be found at https://stephaniecooke.ca/ Check o...
Oct 09, 2024•1 hr 16 min
After a month's hiatus, the Pat Chat returns! Joining Pat is returning guest, writer Tini Howard and longtime friend of the show and first time guest, Connor Goldsmith of Cerebro! We vibe and talk about comics, the summer of 2024, DragonCon (we spend too much time talking about the infamous Marriott Carpet), and so much more. A really fun, casual chat...and almost no X-Men talk. WHAT?! With these three? Seriously, don't worry about it, just listen. Tini's Substack Tini's Website Connor's Website...
Oct 02, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Brad and Lisa of the Comic Book Couples Counseling podcast make their return to the show to talk about our favorite thing in the world: SDCC! We're still riding high from our con experience and we share stories, encounters, and things we found at the con. What new books did they discover and recommend to me? Find out here, in our final SDCC themed show! Follow our guests here: Brad on IG: @mouthdork Lisa on IG: @sidewalksiren Comic Book Couples Counseling on IG: @cbccpodcast CBCC's Linktree Musi...
Aug 09, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Today, in the aftermath of SDCC, Pat is joined by professional nerd Stephanie Gerk to talk about our SDCC adventures! What exactly did we do at Comic-Con this year? What were our favorite interactions, what did we see and do? So many fun stories, so little time. Join us as we recount our SDCC! Check out Steph on Linktree. Music for the show by Sleepy Sword . Graphics designed by Turn On Red . Follow Pat on Instagram and Bluesky ....
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 25 min
On the eve of SDCC 2024, Michael Kingston joins Pat to chat about the grind of being a con exhibitor, creating comics and how to grow your audience. He talks about how his constant grinding and traveling to promote his work gained him acceptance within the wrestling community, and hints at some big doings for this year's Comic-Con. Find him at Comic-Con this week, in booth 1901! Michael on Instagram: @headlockedcomic Music for the show by Sleepy Sword . Graphics designed by Turn On Red . Follow ...
Jul 23, 2024•1 hr
This week on the Pat Chat: Matt 'Slim' Kolowski joins Pat on a trip down memory lane as they talk about their time as co-workers. They chat about some of the weird interactions that were part of the job, the strange things that come up working on a digital comics platform. We also talk about what we are reading and watching and what gets Matt excited about these days. An extremely fun chat, so check it out! Where you can find Matt online: Slim Music for the show by Sleepy Sword . Graphics design...
Jul 20, 2024•1 hr 23 min
It was bound to happen: TAFFETA DARLING joins Pat to talk about her long career as a comic geek. We talk about the comics we grew up with and how it led her to her careers in the comics and nerd space. We also discuss some of the amazing artwork she has gotten to handle in her day job, and the role social media plays in her career. Finally, we talk SDCC, as Taffeta gets to experience it for the first time! As always, a fun chat, so listen! Taffeta's podcast: Fangirl in Dallas . Taffeta on Instag...
Jul 10, 2024•1 hr 3 min
This week on the Pat Chat: TINI HOWARD commisserates with Pat about the end of Krakoa. We check in on the status of the X-Slack, and discuss the collaborative nature of her time there. We also chat about her current reign as the queen of Gotham City writing books like Harley Quinn and Catwoman. We also talk about what we're watching, particularly Interview With The Vampire and House of the Dragon, including our DragonCon tradition of watching that show. Another fun show, so give it a listen! Tin...
Jul 03, 2024•1 hr 27 min
This week on the Pat Chat: writer LEAH WILLIAMS joins Pat to talk about the end of the Krakoan Era, her work on Power Girl, and memes. We also talk about the famous X-Slack, and hint at what she's up to next. A fun show, so check it out! Leah's books on Amazon You can meet Leah this September at The Uncanny Experience ! Music for the show by Sleepy Sword . Graphics designed by Turn On Red . Follow Pat on Instagram and Bluesky ....
Jun 26, 2024•57 min
Oh dear. Aftere many scheduling conflicts, Kori finally returns in a very special bonus Pat Chat to talk about X-Men 97...and we REALLY get into it. The good, the bad, the questionable. Nothing is off limits. Join us for this Juggernaut-sized 2 hour show for a fun chat! Kori on twitter: @zombilicious Kori on BlueSky: @Zombilicious Kori's podcast: Culture Cryptids Music for the show by Sleepy Sword . Graphics designed by Turn On Red . Follow Pat on Instagram and Bluesky ....
Jun 19, 2024•2 hr 56 min
Today in The Pat Chat: long time pal and fellow photographer and podcaster Judy Stephens joins Pat to talk about photography and how it led her into the cosplay space. We talk about her time at Marvel, spearheading various initiatives like Marvel: Becoming and the Women of Marvel and how this leads to her upcoming book! Plus, learn why photography is one of the most fun ways to make friends. Judy on Instagram: @omgdjjudy Pre Order her book here: Cosplay the Marvel Way: A Guide to Costuming Cultu...
Jun 12, 2024•1 hr 13 min
Longtime pal and master of convention logistics, Howard Han joins Pat to talk about conventions, collecting, and of course...Marvel SNAP! We talk about what we've been enjoying, our Marvel SNAP habits and of course, that damn Ms. Marvel emote! A fun chat, so give it a listen! Howard on Instagram: @nerdpurge Music for the show by Sleepy Sword . Graphics designed by Turn On Red . Follow Pat on Instagram and Bluesky ....
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 19 min
