Comic Geek Speak Podcast - The Best Comic Book Podcast

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Comic Geek Speak is the best podcast about comic books for fans and new readers alike. Put together by a group of life-long comic geeks, it's 4-5 hours a week of comic book history, current comic news, and a general look at the industry. In addition to all the latest in comics talk, the show also features creator interviews, listener responses, contests, and trivia, lots of trivia. So listen in and experience all the joys of a Wednesday afternoon at the comic shop, from the comfort of your own headphones.

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Feb 22, 2006
Ed Brubaker and Michael Lark
(00:40) Sponsor New York Comic Con 2006. (02:20) Interview With the new Daredevil creative team of writer Ed Brubaker and artist Michael Lark. (04:52) On Ed's earliest comic reading, Ed and Michael's collaboration and their goals. (19:03) On working on the character of Daredevil. (31:04) On Daredevil #82. (44:57) On the superhero side of Daredevil comics. (53:38) On convention appearances and Ed's thoughts on solicitations spoiling comics. (1:12:20) The wrap-up. (1:25:40) Our post-interview wrap-up. (1:26:00) Stump the Rios Submitted by Maphis. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 109 On Daredevil #82
Feb 20, 2006
Story Time with Uncle Sal
(00:33) Sponsor Atomika from Mercury Comics. And the first "Storytime with Uncle Sal" as creator Sal Abbinanti joins us to talk about his WonderCon experience, preparation for the New York Comic Con, fights and other convention stories. (40:23) Convention News We list some of the events, panels and creators that will be attending New York Comic Con 2006. (45:25) Quarters in the Jar Postcards from Mario and Jenn in West Virginia, David Beard in Minnesota; Stamps from Little Witch in the UK and Mick Ryan in China; Steve Bryant and Chad Fidler sent signed copies of Athena Voltaire. (50:07) Marvel Events (50:26) Mutant Massacre (1:00:41) Fall of the Mutants (1:05:14) Stump the Rios Submitted by John Mayo. (1:11:26) Off the Rack Reviews of Steve Rude's Moth, Legion of Super-Heroes #12-14, She-Hulk vol.2 and the Rann-Thanagar War mini-series. (1:25:12) Comics Podcast Network We were guests on Episode 05 of the Around Comics podcast. (1:26:58) Voice Mail From Randy Dickson and Franco in the Phillipines. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 108 Websites Mentioned Dismay Podcast Idiot Genius Comics
Feb 16, 2006 · 1 hr 37 min
Spotlight on Fantastic Four
(00:45) Sponsor Drawer Boxes. (02:03) Indie Challenge We talk to Mike Oliveri, writer of Werewolves: Call of the Wild from Moonstone, just one of four Indie Challenge picks for the month. (14:29) Comics Talk We ask Mike's views on the Previews: To Buy or Not to Buy debate from Episode 104. (34:50) Spotlight On Marvel's first family of superheroes, the Fantastic Four. (35:41) On the Lee/Kirby era. (48:59) On the Perez era. (51:40) On the Byrne era. (1:07:23) On Heroes Reborn, Carlos Pacheco, Waid and J.M.Straczynski. (1:20:09) Stump the Rios Submitted by Bob Bretall. (1:24:18) World of Toys Toyfare News for Hellboy, Family Guy, Tenacious D, Silence of the Lambs and more including Star Wars news. (1:31:44) Voice Mail From Jeremy Winkle and Marcus. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 107 Websites Mentioned Action Figure Figures Shop Star Wars Super Hero Times
Feb 15, 2006
Conversation with Andy Schmidt
(00:37) Sponsor Crazee Comics. (02:27) Interview With Marvel editor Andy Schmidt. (03:19) On Andy's earliest comic reading, becoming an editor and how best to handle continuity. (15:00) On his responsibilities as an editor, casting the best creative team for a comic and dealing with late comics. (37:18) On Ryan Sook leaving X-Factor. (42:13) On the upcoming Annihilation event, working with Keith Giffen on Thanos and Drax and Marvel's cosmic characters. (1:04:50) On Denny O'Neil and the wrap-up. (1:07:25) Our post-interview wrap-up. (1:15:00) Stump the Rios Submitted by Brandon Christopher. (1:18:34) Comic News From Wondercon'2006. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 106
Feb 13, 2006
Conversation with NYCC's Greg Topalian
(00:38) Sponsor New York Comic Con 2006. (02:19) Interview We're joined by Greg Topalian, Group V.P. of Reed Exhibitions, to discuss the ins and outs of developing the upcoming New York Comic Con. (30:24) Stump the Rios Submitted Randy Dickson. (37:47) Shipping this Week for February 8, 2006. (39:14) Previews A look at the February solicitations for books shipping in April. (57:33) Call Me We try to call Matt S.; we talk with Rick Gordon. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 105 On February Previews Video Stump the Rios by Rick Gordon
Feb 9, 2006
Off the Rack
(00:38) Sponsor Drawer Boxes. (01:45) CGS News Comic Geek Speak has been accepted as the official comics podcast for the 2006 Pittsburgh Comic Con. (07:43) Voice Mail On Episode 100 from Tyler Hilton and Wayne Cordova. (12:07) Quarters in the Jar Listener Emails from Charles Noel on our recommendations for new young readers; Chris Murrin asks what was the most we've ever spent on a comic. (24:30) Comics Talk Back issue hunting. We talk about the ways it has changed for us personally from the 80s, 90s and today. (28:23) Off the Rack Our reviews on Hawkman #35-46, Marvel Team-Up vol.2 tpb and New Avengers vol.2: the Sentry leading us into a discussion on Marvel's Omnibus and DC's Absolute lines. (53:24) Comics Talk con't Previews: to buy or not to buy? (57:02) Stump the Rios Submitted by Steve Bryant, artist on Athena Voltaire. (1:00:39) Call Me We try calling Lennon Patton in OK. and Grayson Geek in Michigan. (1:05:37) Voice Mail A few that just need to be heard followed by comments from Irishlad and Frank Rincon in Texas. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 104 On the Previews debate
Feb 8, 2006
Conversation with J.M. DeMatteis
(00:35) Sponsor New York Comic Con 2006. (03:24) Comic News The creators of Horrorwood from Ape Entertainment will be at Wizard World L.A. (04:39) Quarters in the Jar Listener emails from Sean Whelan; Chuck Colletta from Bowling Green; Wetrats; and Tom Martinek. (06:54) Interview With J.M. DeMatteis. (07:28) His introduction to comics, the titles he's worked on and his transition into writing comics. (13:57) On Amazing Spider-Man: Kraven's Last Hunt and Moonshadow. (20:01) On writing fairy tales for children and adults such as Abadazad (coming out from Hyperion Books) and working with Mike Ploog. (32:54) On Stardust Kid, all-ages literature, Justice League, working with Keith Giffen and "neo-vaudeville". (47:05) On Hero Squared, Planetary Brigade and Boom Studios! (54:51) On conventions, podcasting and our wrap-up. (1:03:13) Our post-interview wrap-up. (1:09:53) Stump the Rios Submitted by Scott Rubin. (1:13:01) Call Me We talk with Matthew "Zoombini" Park. (1:21:21) Voice Mail From Drew M. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 103 On Horrorwood Websites Mentioned Our interview with Rob Schwager on the Pulse.
Feb 6, 2006
Scar Tissue Creative Team Interview
(00:40) Sponsor Crazee Comics and their NY Comic Con Indy After Party. (02:30) CGS News Bryan has a very cool announcement. You gotta hear it for yourself. (05:30) Quarters in the Jar Frank Castle and David Beard send postcards; Brian Miller of Hifi Design sends a magic notepad for New Year's. (07:30) Contest Congratulations to JLAfan for winning the On the Toy Diarama Contest. He'll get the Rainbow Connection Kermit grand prize. The runners up are: yexel - Star Wars Target Shadowtrooper mrpink1887 - F4, Hulk, Thor Heroclix darthryan - variant #6 red Shocktrooper maximglory - Hunter/Prey Superman/Doomsday two-pack iamhannah - cyberlink Batman/Superman two-pack john mayo - 2 two-packs of Star Wars Micromachines X-Ray versions. sithlord - 2 two-packs Star Wars Micromachines. rebis - Marvel Legends Cyclops variant X-Factor costume brebo - F4 movie Invisible Woman all-clear variant webhead - Star Trek Tapestry Captain Picard glenn - Mr. Sinister Marvel Legends figure carhunt - animated Robin figure cold costume version justbill - Avengers cartoon Wasp (12:16) World of Toys Palisades Toys is closing its doors after 11 years. (14:34) Contest con't The five winners of the VS Art Contest have been chosen. Fantastic Four starter decks will go to GreenSkeleton, jstevens, iacon, chewieofborg, and seraphyn. Thanks to everyone who entered! (23:40) Interview Writer Jim Clark and artist Dave Wachter join us for a look at their self-published comic Scar Tissue from Ronin Studios. (25:48) On how they started reading comics and how they got together through Ronin Studios. (42:35) On the inspiration behind the story and how Ronin Studios works. (55:21) On the format and future of Scar Tissue and fan reactions. (1:01:52) On Dave's artistic influences, the coloring and their upcoming convention appearances. (1:17:46) The wrap-up. (1:22:37) Stump the Rios Submitted by Michael Bies. (1:26:10) Year in Comics Review 2005 by Geoff Klock. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 102 On Palisades Toys closing On Scar Tissue
Feb 2, 2006
Frag Doll Interview: Seppuku
(00:38) Sponsor Listeners Brad Milyo and Frank Rincon. Thanks guys!! (06:04) CGS News Gene Colan asks us to announce that he is once again taking orders for commissions; also, Comic Book Database is running a contest with details listed at their site; our Fan Art Thread is exploding with awesome listener artwork; and there's a new News section on our site for CGS updates, press releases and more. Check out our Convention Tour T-Shirt! (14:41) Quarters in the Jar Listener Emails from Steve Noppenberger of Angry Dog Press on his take on Diamond and comicbook numbers; also, Steve Atkins on retro-style comics. (16:23) Indie Challenge For February! Check out our News section for the four indie titles we've chosen. (24:04) Interview Emily, "Seppuku" of the Frag Dolls, talks to us about her experiences as a girl gamer, her favorite comicbooks and creators and old school video games. Check out their site for X-Box Live Fridays where you can challenge the Dolls and for info on the search for a new Frag Doll. (59:12) CGS Talk Our wrap-up of Episode 100; before, during and after the recording. (1:16:29) Stump the Rios Submitted by Ross Johnson. (1:19:02) Year in Comics 2005 Review from John Morrow of Two Morrows Publishing. (1:20:05) Voice Mail from Andrew of Bakersfield, Ca. on Wolverine by Daniel Way. (1:25:02) Comics Podcast Network News Congratulations to three podcasts which have recently hit episode 50: Paul French of Poptopia, Chris of Alt.Cast and Chris of Collected Comics Library. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 101 The Ask Chris of the Collected Comics Library thread On CGS X-Box Live gamers
Feb 1, 2006 · 1 hr 33 min
Special - Infinite Crisis 4
The drama continues by Johns, Jimenez, Perez, Reis and company! DC stepped it up a notch with the fourth issue of Infinite Crisis. We delve into all the juicy details. (1:33:30)
Jan 30, 2006 · 1 hr 28 min
Book of the Month - Arana: The Heart of the Spider
She's fifteen, she's feisty, and now she's a superhero. She's Arana. We examine one of Marvel's newest heroes in Arana volume 1. We didn't think we were going to like it, but you can't judge a book by its cover. (1:28:58)
Jan 26, 2006
Our First Live Episode
(01:28) Sponsor Golden Eagle Comics and owner Lem Fausnaught graciously allowed us to hold our Episode at our local comic shop. We interview Lem and get his thoughts on all things comics, how he started Golden Eagle Comics, employees past and present, the industry and more. (23:15) Getting to Know Them The listeners introduce themselves and also talk about their impressions of Golden Eagle; also Sean Whelan surprises the Geeks with an Episode 100 trophy. (43:15) Quarters in the Jar Listener Email from Tom Martinek. (46:24) Top Five Favorite CGS moments from the Geeks and the Listeners (1:00:51) 2005 Freking Sweer Award Goes to Danny Brunnel for creating our battlecry. (1:20:26) Getting to Know Them con't Golden Eagle's first employee Neil Saleski wanders in to the store so we just had to speak to him. (1:30:20) Contest A new contest for February! The great CGS Scavenger Hunt. Also, Joe Pasco wins the In Stock Trades $25 Door Prize. (1:37:45) Stump the Geeks The trivia portion of our show as the listeners try and Stump the Speakers. Then, we ask the listeners questions for their chance to win some prizes. (2:08:15) Off the Rack The listeners give their reviews on current comics. (2:19:00) The Wrap Up Special Thanks to our sponsors, to our interviewees and most of all to our listeners. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 100 On Who Attended On Episode 100 pictures On the Episode 100 Teaser Video
Jan 25, 2006
Conversation with Top Shelf's Chris Staros
(00:28) Sponsor Crazee Comics. (03:02) Interview with Chris Staros, Co-Publisher of Top Shelf Comix. (04:20) On when Chris started reading comics and his fanzine the Staros Reports . (11:40) On the creation of Top Shelf with partner Brett Warnock, their house style design and mission statement. (22:27) On submission policies. (28:05) On attending conventions, getting Top Shelf into Local Comic Shops and the Book Trade and what it means to be "small press". (37:01) On releases for 2006 and keeping their line in print. (54:36) On Robert Venditti's the Surrogates and the wrap-up. (1:02:53) Our post-interview wrap-up. (1:04:44) Stump the Rios Submitted by John Mayo. (1:10:15) Speak Out Jamie goes on a rant about Marvel's All New Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe A-Z. (1:17:35) Voice Mail Joe Pasco asks for our thoughts on Marvel's 1602 by Neil Gaiman; Lennon Patton of Norman, OK. recommends Michael Chabon's Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 99
Jan 23, 2006
Spotlight on Valiant Comics
(00:30) Sponsor E.Gerber Products. (03:10) Quarters in the Jar Listener email from Phillip Beale. (08:11) Shipping this Week for January 18, 2006. (09:38) Top Five Vehicles con't with lists from Kevin and Jamie. (14:56) Spotlight on Valiant Comics. Our favorite titles, the founders and creators, the speculations, the Unity and Deathwatch crossovers, Valiant Vision, Acclaim, Jim Shooter and more. (59:36) Stump the Rios Submitted by Matthew Park. (1:08:34) Year in Comics Review 2005 From color artist Rob Schwager. (1:13:04) Voice Mail From "Moose"; and Thomas in Queens, NY. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 98 Websites Mentioned Valiant Comics fansite
Jan 19, 2006
Conversation with Charlie Huston
(00:28) Sponsor How to Self-Publish Comics from Devil's Due. (02:01) Interview With novelist and upcoming Moon Knight writer, Charlie Huston. (02:27) On Charlie's earliest comicbook reading including Uncle Scrooge and Moon Knight and how being an actor and bartender in NY informed his work. (14:43) On dealing with Moon Knight continuity and previous writers' takes on the character. (27:48) The infamous Silver vs. White debate. (1:00:11) On the role of violence in the new series, the chance of future Moon Knight arcs and Charlie's thoughts on decompression. (1:15:23) On Charlie's novels and the wrap-up. (1:20:19) Our post-interview wrap-up. (1:27:23) Stump the Rios Submitted by Scott Cederlund. (1:29:24) Quarters in the Jar Bryan receives stamps and stamp collections from Jeffery Borcher, Andy Roshangar and Paul Lagotzino. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 97
Jan 18, 2006
Top 5 Vehicles
(00:28) Sponsor New York Comic Con 2006. (06:14) Quarters in the Jar Mike Parkinson asks us what comic runs can be found in the cheap bargain bins as well as our Top Five current reads. (15:38) Top Five Vehicles. (31:55) Off the Rack Reviews on Gravity, Catwoman #50, current issues of Nightwing and Common Foe #1-3 from Desperado. (52:44) Comics Talk Our reviews lead us into a discussion on what it takes for us to stay with or drop a series. (1:10:34) Stump the Rios The second video submission from Rick Gordon. (1:16:35) World of Toys Shane talks about a new action X-Men line from Toy Biz. (1:17:55) Voice Mail from Ian Levinstein and Mario. (1:21:46) Important Comic Dates for January. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 96
Jan 16, 2006
2005's Sales Numbers
(00:28) Sponsor Sam Vera talks to us about Crazee Comics. (16:27) CGS News The article in our local newspaper about the podcast has been published. And CGS is now on Myspace. (23:39) Quarters in the Jar Listener emails from Smads on collected editions (hardcovers vs softcovers) and black and white vs. color; Lynn Walker on our Flash spotlight. (37:44) Mayo Report A look at the Dec'05 comic/trade sales as well as a look at 2005's overall sales. We're joined by listener John Mayo to help clarify just what all those numbers mean. (1:26:41) Stump the Rios Submitted by Matt Kramer. (1:29:17) Voice Mail From Lennon Patton in Oklahoma; (1:32:16) Year in Comics Review 2005 From Scott Beatty. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 95
Jan 12, 2006
Previews
(00:25) Sponsors Drawer Boxes (02:54) CGS News The art threads on our old forum are fantastic. Check out all the work from our talented listeners on the Fan-Art Challenge and VS Picture Contest Art threads. (11:30) Quarters in the Jar Listener email from Santiago Batistoni asking for our review of EA Games' Marvel Nemesis: Rise of the Imperfects video game. (17:24) Previews A look at the January solicitations for books shipping in March. (51:14) Off the Rack A quick look at the Titans Companion from TwoMorrows Publishing. (55:16) Stump the Rios Submitted by Ryan Sorensen. (57:38) Marvel Events (57:46) Contest of Champions con't (59:26) Secret Wars (1:14:21) Secret Wars II (1:21:47) Call Me We talk to Ryan Vindem. (1:26:05) Year in Comics Review 2005 from Paul Pope. (1:28:14) Voice Mail from Amy in the UK and Brad in Dallas. (1:30:26) World of Toys Star Wars Sideshow 12" figures. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 94 On January Previews
Jan 11, 2006
Conversation with Randy Bowen
(00:27) Sponsor Crazee Comics. (04:21) Interview With Randy Bowen of Bowen Designs. (05:26) On reading comics as a kid, becoming a sculptor and project research. (11:28) On Marvel's mini-bust line and how Randy views his work. (20:40) On reading current comics, possibility of reoffering characters already sculpted and coordinating sculpts with current comics or movies. (29:25) On choosing which version to sculpt on a character, an average day of work, Moon Knight and the internet. (37:09) On showcasing the development of a project, multiple releases in a given month and conventions. (45:17) On current projects, an explanation of licensing and the wrap-up. (56:07) Our post-interview wrap-up. (1:06:17) Stump the Rios Submitted by Ping33. (1:10:33) Call Me We talk to Christopher Reed in Utah and Bryan tells his infamous moths story. (1:25:50) Voice Mail From Mario Muscar on the upcoming New Universe books and from JD and Roy in Seattle. (1:30:36) Year in Comics Review 2005 From Chris Ryall of IDW Publishing. (1:32:05) Comic News MoCCA will be featuring the Art of Todd McFarlane exhibit. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 93 Websites Mentioned Azog's Collection Flash: Those Who Ride the Lightning fansite Statue Forum Don Markstein's Toonopedia
Jan 9, 2006 · 1 hr 35 min
Spotlight On the Flash
(00:55) Sponsor E.Gerber Products (04:13) Quarters in the Jar Listener email from Colin, a librarian in the UK who works with Local Comic Shops on Free Comic Book Day. (07:46) Spotlight On Flash, the Fastest Man Alive. (08:18) Golden Age Flash (Jay Garrick) (15:58) Silver Age Flash (Barry Allen) (35:41) Modern Age Flash (Wally West) (42:27) Mark Waid's run (55:58) Geoff Johns' run (1:04:20) Flash in TV, cartoons and the upcoming movie (1:17:28) Stump the Rios Submitted by Mario Muscar. (1:21:26) Five Minutes of Manga "Manga-Man" gives us the lowdown on the terminology of the "shojo" and "shonen" genres as well as a look at Drawn & Quarterly's the Pushman and Other Stories. Check out his podcast at Indie Spinner Rack. (1:26:46) 2005 Year in Comics Review Mike Norton gives his thoughts on comics in 2005. (1:29:38) Voice Mail From Peter Snejbjerg! Also, Paul Seibert on some recent Marvel comics. Old Forum Feedback On Episode 92 On Flash recommended reading On Flash's powers On the Flash TV series DVD On Mike Norton's forum artwork

Comic Geek Speak Podcast - The Best Comic Book Podcast

Ed Brubaker and Michael Lark

Story Time with Uncle Sal

Spotlight on Fantastic Four

Conversation with Andy Schmidt

Conversation with NYCC's Greg Topalian

Off the Rack

Conversation with J.M. DeMatteis

Scar Tissue Creative Team Interview

Frag Doll Interview: Seppuku

Special - Infinite Crisis 4

Book of the Month - Arana: The Heart of the Spider

Our First Live Episode

Conversation with Top Shelf's Chris Staros

Spotlight on Valiant Comics

Conversation with Charlie Huston

Top 5 Vehicles

2005's Sales Numbers

Previews

Conversation with Randy Bowen

Spotlight On the Flash