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Comic Timing Podcast

A Visual Arts , Arts and Leisure podcast

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Join Ian, Brent, and a rotating panel of guests as we discuss one of our favorite things: comics! Because there's always time for comics.

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Episode 300 - Retro Movie Review: Barbarella

Nov 13, 2026 1 hr 32 min

And just like that, we're at 300 episodes of Comic Timing! It only took over twenty years, but what a milestone it is. And to celebrate this achievement...an episode of the podcast! But an anticipated one nonetheless, as Gold Team finally convenes for their Retro Movie Review of the 1968 cult classic...Barbarella! Jane Fonda's sole turn in the realm of sci-fi with a whole load of sexual innuendo, undertones and overtones to go along with it. But Murd pulled a gem out of his hat with this selection, as the bones for this movie can certainly still be felt in sci-fi cinema today, and a score that will get stuck in your head for days. And it's based on a French comic book series by Jean-Claude Forest, which certainly validates its inclusion in this series of episodes. We then go into some recent reads, recently watched media such as Lanterns (no spoilers), Carrie and Wicker, and more! You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bran...

Episode 299 - October 2026 Previews

Oct 30, 2026 2 hr 53 min

At the wire for the month of October, it's Previews! Murd and Ian are your tag team for this one, with books mainly set for December 2026 release. Hard to believe we're at year's end with Previews already, am I right? Highlights include a new collection for Grant Morrison's Zenith, Paul Dini returns to Joker and Harley for The Joker's Christmas Carol at DC, The X-Men get Maximum at Marvel, Sabrina meets Vampirella at Dynamite, a Lizzie Borden graphic novel, some spooky Christmas stories and some less than spooky ones, and more! Time stamps: DC: 23:08 Marvel: 49:45 IDW: 1:25:00 Dark Horse: 1:29:51 Boom: 1:38:23 Oni: 1:40:25 Dynamite: 1:46:08 Image: 2:02:13 Titan: 2:44:03 Two Morrow's: 2:47:19 You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky; Raph is on Twitch at RaphDoesStuff, Instagram, and Bluesky. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 298 - New York Comic Con 2026 Wrap-Up

Oct 23, 2026 2 hr 50 min

Now that the con has come and gone, here's our collective thoughts on it all! Ian, Kris, Raph and Jamal return from the preview and primer episode, and are joined as well by longtime friend of the show Chad Burdette of Comic Watch, and longtime listener, first time guest Britton Payne! We discuss a wide variety of con related topics, including Britton's time getting to be on the CBLDF panel, Kris got a tour of all things Hasbro, news and experiences from Jamal attending this year's Retailer Summit on the Wednesday of the con, major Marvel announcements such as Kevin Smith writing the Star Wars/Marvel crossover miniseries, getting to see 95 year-old William Shatner in the flesh at this year's Star Trek panel, this year's Harvey Awards and its Hall of Fame, how the floor and Artist Alley compared to previous cons, what it's like when it rains and everyone's stuck inside, swag and purchases made, a multitude of panels attended, cool cosplay, attending all days versus attending some days, and so much more! You can follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. Video versions of this and other episodes can be found at https://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky and Threads; Kris is lampbane on Bluesky, and you can check out her various other works at http://linktr.ee/krisnaudus. Jamal is on Bluesky, Threads and Instagram, make sure to check out the Cataclysm Arcade card game and Absolutely The Wrong Earth, and and you can fin...

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Episode 300 - Retro Movie Review: Barbarella

Nov 13, 2026 1 hr 32 min

Episode 299 - October 2026 Previews

Oct 30, 2026 2 hr 53 min

Episode 298 - New York Comic Con 2026 Wrap-Up

Oct 23, 2026 2 hr 50 min

Comic Timing Presents: BK's Bullets - Is Lanters Good? w/ Brent Kossina and Donovan Margan Grant

Oct 19, 2026 2 hr 32 min

It's the return of BK's Bullets! Brent takes the wheel as he is joined by Donovan Morgan Grant to discuss DC's latest television project, Lanterns, and whether or not it lives up to expectations. Expect spoilers for the full season within, as well as some salty and perhaps spicy takes within. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky and Threads; Donovan is on Bluesky and Threads, writes for DC's blog and The Batman Universe, and he is a co-host of the Questions We Don't Have Answers podcast. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 297 - New York Comic Con 2026 Preview and Primer

Oct 2, 2026 2 hr 40 min

As this episode releases, we are now one week away from this year's New York Comic Con, which also happens to be the 20th edition of the show. To prep us all for this undertaking and ordeal of a convention, Ian, Kris, Raph and Jamal have gathered to give you their combined knowledge of what this year's con will bring. This includes do's and don'ts for conventions in general, how to survive the Javits Center, how to afford attending a con and still have money in your bank account, food and travel suggestions and recommendations, suggested arrival times if you're not there to grab exclusives, and we go through the whole of the schedule for this year's con and give picks for panels and events we're looking forward to. Plus, what it's like tabling at a con, and how you should treat your favorite creators when you go to them. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky and Threads; Kris is lampbane on Bluesky, and you can check out her various other works at http://linktr.ee/krisnaudus. Jamal is on Bluesky, Threads and Instagram and you can find everything else about him at his website. Raph is on Twitch at RaphDoesStuff, Instagram, and Bluesky. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 296 - September 2026 Previews

Sep 26, 2026 3 hr 2 min

With about a week to go, it's time for this month's Previews! Murd is manning the barn, so this month Raph and Ian are your duo, with books mainly set for November 2026 release. Highlights include the return of Josie and the Pussycats at Archie, Archie in Hell and Scott Pilgrim EX: Dawn of Metal Scott at Oni, the further celebration of Spider-Woman's 50th anniversary at Marvel with a new series, Vampire Hunter D: Fortess of Blood and new Bendis with The Other Ones II: The Other Ones at Dark Horse, Swamp Thing is Killing the Children brings us a crossover we never thought we'd see at Boom, a Disney's Robin Hood ongoing at Dynamite, Jeremy Whitley's Navigating With You Vol 2 from Mad Cave, Daniel Warren Johnson's Chainkata at Image, a bunch of manga, remembering the Penguin Random House catalog exists, and more! Time stamps: Front of the book: 0:03:47 DC: 0:29:18 Marvel: 1:05:49 IDW: 1:35:01 Dark Horse: 1:43:35 Boom: 1:49:26 Oni: 1:54:12 Dynamite: 2:02:11 Image: 2:16:12 Titan: 2:47:01 Two Morrows: 2:51:28 Manga: 2:55:18 You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky; Raph i...

Comic Timing Presents: Questions: We Don't Have Answers - Why Aren’t Comic Books More Popular in America?

Sep 18, 2026 1 hr 48 min

We present to you today most of the CT crew guesting on Donovan's Podcast, Questions: We Don't Have Answers! and Lo, there shall be…a team-up! Furrowing his brow over the present and future of the American comic industry, Donovan brings in several friends from the long running comic book podcast Comic Timing to discuss the ultimate question, as well as several others! Ian, Kris, Brandon and Jamal join Don and Harry in discussing the impact superhero films have on comic sales, the history of America’s disrespect over comics as an art form, and why people just don’t read anymore! Donovans Podcast can be found here Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky and Threads; Donovan is on Bluesky and Threads, writes for DC's blog and The Batman Universe. Kris is lampbane on Bluesky, and you can check out her various other works at http://linktr.ee/krisnaudus. Jamal is on Bluesky, Threads and Instagram and you can find everything else about him at his website. Brandon is on Bluesky and Twitch! Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 295 - The Crisis Companion with Kevin Miller

Sep 3, 2026 1 hr 40 min

World will live! Worlds will die! And the podcast will never be the same again! Okay, it'll be fine, but we're still diving deep into some Crisis Management with this one. Kevin Miller, author of Two Morrow's The Crisis Companion joins Ian, Murd and Brandon this episode, going into our combined Crisis histories, the mounds of research Kevin achieved to create the Companion (including interviews with a bunch of those involved at DC and Crisis itself), what made Crisis work better than other similar attempts at continuity resets, how close we may have come to Marvel publishing DC instead of what we got (and here's the link to the Jim Shooter biographical interviews we mentioned),the joy that is Silver-Age sillyness, where DC is now in the Waid era, quoting and referencing pages from Murd's Crisis thesis, some of our favorite Crisis moments, the wonder that is George Perez's artwork, how DC should utilize the word Crisis in their crossovers moving forward, what we can do to build the comic book industry forward for further generations, that time Kevin was Lex Luthor on Smallville, and so much more! You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky and Threads; and you can find Brandon on Bluesky and Twitch! Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 294 - August 2026 Previews

Aug 29, 2026 3 hr 19 min

Just before the month concludes, we did it! It's Previews! Ian and Raph are your duo this time out, going through all the books primarily set for October 2026 release. Highlights include Archie bringing Shaq's Vengeance Unchained: The Legend of Black Caesar to life, a 30th anniversary for the wedding of Superman & Lois AND Dan Mora's writing debut at DC, Midnight arrives along with Chip Zdarsky's Avengers and a very 80s Wolverine: Paradise at Marvel, Kelly and Lanzing take on Dungeons & Dragons at Dark Horse, Charlie Jane Anders starts her writing trek with Star Trek: Zero Point at IDW, Mike Mignola's Circus of Bones art book at Image, Cassie brings baseball to hell at Boom, Archie meets The Terminator at Dynamite because of course he does, new Sabrina the Teenage Witch at Oni, and so much more! You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky; Raph is on Twitch at RaphDoesStuff, Instagram, and Bluesky. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: http...

Episode 293 - Flame Con and Anime NYC 2026 Convention Reviews

Aug 25, 2026 2 hr 16 min

Ian and Kris are done with a whirlwind two weekends straight of conventions, and they have a lot to say about it! First up, this year's Flame Con, held at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Times Square, a new venue for the event. They discuss how the new space compares to previous locations, the show floor, innovative cosplay, free beauty products, the feel of the con compared to other comic conventions, and of course, panels attended. This includes a full slate of panels run by The Graymalkin Lane Podcast, including their Mutant Fashion Review, and a sit-down with Gregory Wright and Terry Kavanagh on queer characters at Marvel in the 80s and 90s. They then discuss Anime NYC 2026 in full, including this year's Netflix showcase of upcoming anime series, GKIDS distributing Vampire Hunter D: Bloodlust to theaters in the US, the growing disdain towards Crunchyroll and their diminishing presence at the con, how to attempt to read subtitles in a crowded room, managing industry presence at the end of a con season, awkward placement of 18+ exhibitors, where the heck Artist Alley should be in Javits, Kris' return to running panels, attending an anime Masquerade for the first time in years, the ongoing saga of where to pee in Javits, and so much more! Flame Con: 0:05:24 Anime NYC: 1:02:38 You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our...

Episode 292 - It's a (Spider-Man) Brand New Day We Live In

Aug 20, 2026 2 hr 52 min

We're back with a Blue Team episode, and boy oh boy is there A LOT to catch up on. Ian, Brent, Donovan, Raph and Kris are here to do their best to do just that, as they discuss everything from the news out of SDCC to Disney's D23 reveals, Marvel moving across the country and their new EiC, and then they finish with an in-depth and spoiler-filled review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Approximate time stamps are below to those looking to try and remail spoiler-free, and also earmuffs on this ep as Brent likes to curse. Shownotes: SDCC news and reveals, including Ghost-Rider and Black Panther 3, Scott Pilgrim's return to comics, and DC comics new Next Level titles: 0:05:13 D23 reveals (including slight BND spoilers): 56:43 Marvel Moving to Burbank and Wacker as EiC: 1:23:03 Spider-Man: Brand New Day: 1:44:33 You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky and Threads; Donovan is on Bluesky and Threads, writes for DC's blog and The Batman Universe, and check out his podcast, Questions: We Don't Have Answers. Kris is lampbane on Bluesky, and you can check out her various other w...

Episode 291 - Jack Kirby and the Psychedelicatessen

Aug 5, 2026 45 min

On an absolutely gorgeous Sunday afternoon in New York City, Gold Team unites in full! Ian, Chris, Murd and Shane gathered in Union Square Park after a long day of fellowship to discuss their trip to the Center for Jewish History to check out The Jack Kirby Way: How a Boy From the Lower East Side Became the King of Comics, an exhibit displaying a variety of Kirby's works that runs until November 30th, 2026. They also took a look at Psychedelicatessen: A Powerful Dose of Art by Steve Marcus while there, which had some incredibly amazing puns, Yiddish comic strips based off the Fabulous Furry Freak Brothers, and mighty trippy artwork. Then, a trip to Forbidden Planet NYC, The Strand, some non-spoilery thoughts on Marvel's latest record-breaking movie, Spider-Man: Brand New Day. a bit of SDCC news, and more! You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky; Raph is on Twitch at RaphDoesStuff, Instagram, and Bluesky. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt...

Episode 290 - July 2026 Previews

Jul 31, 2026 3 hr 25 min

We had hoped to get this out to you sooner, but computer troubles made that difficult. Still, it's technically July, so here's Previews! Raph, Murd and Ian discuss all the books set for September 2026 release, including a new lease on life for Archie at Oni, tons of other Archie books at other publishers, the return of the Legion of Superheroes at DC, Spawn '77 gives us Todd MacFarlane's original idea for Spawn at Image, new Firefly, an anniversary issue for Spider-Woman at Marvel, The Muppets Take the Marvel Universe, and so much more! You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky; Raph is on Twitch at RaphDoesStuff, Instagram, and Bluesky. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 289 - ...Pause For Truck...

Jul 17, 2026 1 hr 16 min

It makes a strange amount of sense that the episode after the 20th anniversary blowout is something much more laid back and simple. Ian happened to be down in the land of Brent, aka Florida, so the two of them settled up at a table to record live and in person! They discuss the trouble it took for Ian to get down there in the first place, then move into some Disney World talk, X-Men '97 Season Two and how Brent still hasn't read a lot of the material being used in it, Ian's thoughts on live-action Moana, anticipation of the third Dune movie, some further 20th anniversary thoughts, Wonder Man Emmy nods, Marvel's inability to hold an artist for more than a few issues, Brent's anticipation of his Absolute Crisis on Infinite Earths, some trucks and SUVs, SVU, and more! You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky and Threads. Thanks for listening all these years, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 288 - 20th Anniversary Special and Supergirl Movie Review

Jul 3, 2026 3 hr 7 min

From 2006 to 2026, Comic Timing has been bringing you the best comic book related content we can possibly bring you. Now, it's time to celebrate the milestone with a jam-packed Zoom full of Blue Team, Gold Team and longtime friends and guests of the show. Ian, Brent, Kris, Brandon, Donovan, Chris Eberle, Shane and Murd are joined by the likes of Guinness Book of World Records holder for largest comic collection Bob Bretall, Rick Gordon, Julian Lytle, Sean Wheatley, and pop-ins from the one and only Shawn Pryor, and longtime listener "Bionic" Dave Goldshmid! We reflect on how our reading habits and the industry itself have changed in twenty years, share some curated facts about the show, and then we conclude with an in-depth and spoilerific review of DC's latest film, Supergirl. Cheers to all of you, and here's to many more years of Comic Timing to come! Supergirl talk begins: 1:51:03 You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky and Threads; Donovan is on Bluesky and Threads, writes for DC's blog and The Batman Universe, and check out his podcast, Questions: We Don't Hav...

Episode 287: Two At Start, Four At Finish

Jun 26, 2026 2 hr 28 min

You get a little bit of everything this episode, all the way down to who is on it! Ian and Brent start out old school as a duo, touching on the trailer for the new Batman: Knightfall animated movie and how the 90s keeps on coming back as strong as ever. They then switch over to the ever-increasing cost of conventions right as Brandon joins in on the conversation, My Adventures with Superman Season Three and need for a "Previously,on...", and then go into how the heck Marvel can continue to have Magneto be a Holocaust survivor in the year 2026 and beyond, and some discussion on the size of Omnibuses (and this one kid who will soon steal all our podcasting jobs). Finally, Kris joins us for her spoiler-free thoughts on the new Supergirl movie, which we will give our full spoiler-filled review on our next episode, which also is our 20th Anniversary Live Zoom, which will take place on July 1st at 7:30pm ET (doors open at 7pm ET)! We then end with some recent reads, including Ian finally tackling Batman: Dark Patterns and Ice Cream Man, Brandon going through Dungeon Crawler Carl, Kris returns to Powers (both the comic AND the show), Brent tells off to get off his lawn about audiobooks versus books, somehow we mention smut, and more! And earmuffs, it's a Blue Team episode so there be cussin'. You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversat...

Episode 286 - June 2026 Previews

Jun 13, 2026 3 hr 1 min

We promise this won't be a habit, but here's another Previews right after the last one! Murd is on assignment (performing in a play), so Ian is joined by Raph for this one. Highlights include milestone issues for Thor and Amazing Spider-Man at Marvel, Poison Ivy takes center stage at DC, Dark Horse has a buku month of solicits like their new sitcom murder mystery Six of Us, IDW celebrates 60 years of Star Trek, Palmiotti and Gray reunite for Denver at Mad Cave, new Hank Howard Pizza Detective, questionably named pre-code classics from Frank Frazetta, Angel gets a new number one at Dynamite, Oni is officially Penguin Random House exclusive and gets its own PDF, new Rick Remender at Image and more! And as an added bonus, watch us experience the Knicks historic comeback victory in real time, in the length of a full Previews episode. Time stamps: DC: 0:23:11 Marvel: 1:02:00 Dark Horse: 1:37:48 IDW: 1:51:57 Oni Press: 2:01:17 Boom: 2:06:33 Dynamite: 2:11:14 Image Comics: 2:18:38 Titan: 2:53:35 Two Morrow's: 2:57:22 You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky; Raph is on Twi...

Episode 285 - May 2026 Previews

May 29, 2026 3 hr 38 min

Another episode this week? So fast?? Yep! And boy oh boy is this a banger. Ian and Murd are the duo for this month's BEAST of a Previews episode, pun intended, with books mainly set for July 2026 release. Highlights include Warbird and Banana Number One from Bad Idea featuring Alex Maleev and Kevin Maguire respectively, DNX begins at Marvel with Bad Beast (The Chairman), some new What If...? books in and around the Spider-Man world, Action Comics makes it to issue 1100, Dan Abnett attempts his modern take on Zorro with Zorro's Legacy, Street Fighter vs The Valiant Universe is a thing, collections of both the Marvel and DC published Batman/Deadpool and Superman/Spider-Man, Nick Marino's Sonic the Hedgehog x Godzilla launches (hey we totally had him on recently), Vampyrates! is a match made in heaven out of Boom! for Fred Van Lente, Buffy the Vampire Slayer relaunches at Dynamite with Kelly Thompson, Dark Horse brings Murd back to his origins with Marvel Universe Gallery: 1990-1994 Trading Card Collection, The DC Art of Bruno Redondo from Clover Press, Dark Shadows was on way less time than it felt like, the latest Dread the Hall H from Image, The Last Starfighter gets a sequel at Mad Cave, the solicit for the much anticipated The Florida Hippopotamus Cocaine Massacre, Oni puts out the very original properly not derivative Super Mondo Mega Mutts, Summer Specials out the wazoo, and so much more! Time stamps: DC: 0:35:18 Marvel: 1:23:57 IDW: 2:11:02 Dark Horse: 2:25:16 Boom: 2:38:35 Dynamite: 2:45:10 Image Comics: 3:01:57 Titan: 3:32:37 Two Morrow's: 3:35:01 You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comicti...

Episode 284 - Superman/Spider-Man w/ Sean Whelan

May 27, 2026 2 hr 1 min

What better way to celebrate one of the biggest crossovers between DC and Marvel in years than to crossover with another podcast? I know, right? In a series of two episodes, Raging Bullets and Comic Timing are teaming together to take on the one-shot Superman and Spider-Man issues! First up is Superman/Spider-Man, published by DC, with a main story by Mark Waid and Jorge Jiménez. Sean Whelan joins Brent, Raph and Ian to break down each story within the issue itself, as well as the history behind this event, what type of team-ups we'd like to see down the road, whether we prefer "themed" crossover issues over more random crossovers, and much more! You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. Be sure to check out episodes of Raging Bullets at https://ragingbullets.com/ and you can join their Facebook Group. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky and Threads; Raph is on Twitch at RaphDoesStuff, Instagram, and Bluesky. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/priva...

Episode 283 - Review Corner: Astro City Vol 1, Life in the Big City

May 14, 2026 2 hr 0 min

Gold Team unite! Murd, Chris, Shane and Ian gather 'round the collective microphone for our latest Review Corner book review. This one was Murd's pick, and it was a delight for all of us to revisit Kurt Busiek's seminal work, Astro City. We go through the first six issues of the series, otherwise known as Volume 1: Life in the Big City. Join in on the nostalgia, the world building, homages out the wazoo, and many a Murdoughian moment to be had! And we're glad you stopped on by to visit Astro City; come back any time, y'hear? We also begin this episode with some thoughts on Gerry Conway, as Gold Team gives time to respect the master after his passing. You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Extra Point 21: Brooklyn Independent Comics Showcase & Free Comic Book Day/Comics Giveaway Day 2026

May 7, 2026 1 hr 32 min

Our first Extra Point in a minute, Kris and Ian are here for a chill conversation about some recent events. This includes Kris' trip to the Brooklyn Independent Comics Showcase a few weeks back, as well as this year's FCBD/Comics Giveaway Day. How did the first post-Diamond Free Comic Book Day compare to days of old, and what can comic shops do to make sure their event is inviting to customers? Kris also shares the overall vibe surrounding St. Marks Comics in Brooklyn and how they handled handing out free comics, while Ian attends FCBD at Collector Cave in The Bronx. To say they were different experiences is an understatement, so listen in to find out more! You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Kris is lampbane on Bluesky, and you can check out her various other works at http://linktr.ee/krisnaudus. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 282 - Diversity, Layoffs and Cocaine Hippos, Oh My!

May 1, 2026 2 hr 26 min

We're back with a full Blue Team episode to start our Anniversary month off strong! Ian, Kris, Donovan, Brandon, Brent, Raph and Jamal start things off first with some words on the one and only Gerry Conway, creator of characters such as The Punisher, Jason Todd, Carol Danvers (as Ms. Marvel), Ben Reilly, Firestorm and so many others, who passed away at the age of 73. We then discuss Sam Kieth's passing a bit and the gothic inspiration of Gotham, pivot to Marvel's recent layoffs and what that may mean for the company, and for AI moving forward, the lack of black led ongoing series from DC (yes, there's a tracker recording how long it's been since that happened), bringing back up that old Dwayne McDuffie skateboard memo, recent reads including The Florida Hippopotamus Cocaine Massacre (yes, for real), Kevin Smith's Bizarro: Year None, a Comiket documentary, Kris' continued thoughts on Medalist, and so much more! Time stamps: RIP Gerry Conway: 0:04:35 RIP Sam Kieth: 0:27:52 Layoffs at Marvel: 0:37:15 20th Anniversary of Comic Timing Plans: 1:03:09 Diversity (or Lack Thereof) in Comics: 1:09:02 Recent reads: 1:52:42 You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi....

Episode 281 - April 2026 Previews

Apr 17, 2026 3 hr 15 min

Our last episode was a Previews episode, and so is this one! How about them apples? Murd, Raph and Ian are back, as they delve into all the picks from the various catalogs that are mainly set for June 2026 release. Highlights include Supergirl and Lobo teaming up for the Summer of Supergirl Special AND in Lobo, Chip Zdarsky gets an Avengers event with Avengers Armageddon, Boom! reboots the Power Rangers with the help of Marguerite Bennett, multiple comic book iterations of The Odyssey (but only one has Godzilla), that slacker Dan Mora gets an art showcase book, Dynamite goes alternate universe with their Altered States line, a Wicked comic adaptation, Dark Horse gets its own shared universe with Jonathan Hickman, Mike del Mundo and Nick Spencer at the helm so we can totally take credit for that, and more! You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky; Raph is on Twitch at RaphDoesStuff, Instagram, and Bluesky. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt...

Episode 280 - March 2026 Previews

Mar 31, 2026 3 hr 10 min

By the skin of our teeth, it's Previews! And if the month is March still, this totally counts as the May 2026 catalogs, am I right? Damn skippy. Ian, Murd and Raph go through everything for this month, highlights including tons of new stuff from Dark Horse (even though they're out a founder) including a boxing comic from Gail Simone, Dan Slott returns to Spider-Man with The Spectacular Spider-Man: Brand New Day, new Absolute titles at DC and Barbara Gordon trying to break out of prison, Kindt's Monolith out of Bad Idea, an animatronic Abe Lincoln gets center spotlight in Image, and so much more! You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky; Raph is on Twitch at RaphDoesStuff, Instagram, and Bluesky. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Episode 279 - Sonic the Hedgehog X Godzilla w/ Nick Marino

Mar 24, 2026 1 hr 39 min

Once upon a time, this week's guest was the host of the Audioshocker Podcast, and split a table with Ian at Podcast Arena at New York Comic Con. These days, Nick Marino has followed his comic book dream, and is writing comics. Ian and Raph join Nick to discuss his previous works, including Godzilla Rivals: Biollante Vs. Destoroyah, as well as his upcoming IP crossover of epic proportions, Sonic the Hedgehog X Godzilla! We also discuss how the industry has changed for creators and retailers over the last few years, what life is like listing through Penguin Random House and Lunar versus the Diamond days, the removal of founder Mike Richardson from Dark Horse, whether you pronounce the X as an X or if it's a symbol for Cross, some further digital comics conversation, and so much more. Do go ahead and pre-order Sonic the Hedgehog X Godzilla if you haven't already done so, and you can find all things Nick Marino over at his website, https://www.nickmarino.net/. You can also follow him on Instagram, Bluesky and Threads, and you can read his articles over at Den of Geek! You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, B...

Episode 278 - Catching Up with Martheus Wade (Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa)

Mar 18, 2026 1 hr 14 min

It's been way too long since Ian sat down with longtime friend of the show, Martheus Wade to talk shop, so here they are! Martheus is currently in the process of putting out a new Toshigawa Universe motion comic on YouTube as part of a relaunch of his baby, Jetta: Tales of the Toshigawa. They also discuss Martheus' past and how the Toshigawa Universe came to be in the first place, how digital comics is creating a pathway for creators to get their books out there, what it takes to make a motion comic and the pieces that came together behind the scenes to make it happen, his part in the Heal the Hood Foundation and placing comic book vending machines in schools around Memphis, and so much more. That includes some sentai and Power Rangers talk, obviously, because how could we not? You can find more information on everything Toshigawa at toshigawauniverse.com and on Instagram and Bluesky, and you can follow Martheus on Instagram, and check out his other YouTube channel, Wade's World, and his Patreon. You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertising Inquiries:...

Episode 277 - Toy Fair 2026 In Review

Mar 7, 2026 3 hr 20 min

We're back for what has now become our annual Toy Fair episode! Ian and Kris are here to give their takes on this year's trade show. How did 2026 compare, as the toy industry faces some real life hurdles such as tariffs and inflation? Highlights include their experiences at booths manned by Mattel, Hasbro, Spin Master, Lego, Bandai Namco, and Funko, thoughts on the upcoming Masters of the Universe movie and the related toy line, WWE x Street Fighter, swapping Barbie heads, Cars as a franchise turning 20 years old making us all feel old, Optimus Prime is our Truck-Dad, Pokémon pinball, the return of Crossfire to have its theme song get stuck in all of our heads again, KPop Demon Hunters toys EVERYWHERE, some New York City geography and survival guide tips, and so much more. Show notes: Mattel: 0:16:04 Hasbro: 1:21:04 Spin Master: 1:53:58 LEGO and Bandai Namco: 2:10:05 Kris' Day 2, including Funko: 2:36:16 You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Kris is lampbane on Bluesky, and you can check out her various other works at http://linktr.ee/krisnaudus. Thanks for listening, we'll catch you next time, and as always, there's always time for comics! Advertisi...

Episode 276 - I, Wonder Man

Feb 27, 2026 2 hr 18 min

A cold won't keep Ian down, as we're back with a brand new episode! Kris, Donovan, Brent and Jamal join in for conversation including JLA/Avengers coming back into print via facsimile editions, Comixology layoffs and subsequent talk on the state of digital comics, the 20th anniversary of the first New York Comic Con and reflections on Ian's coverage of it, and then we give our spoiler-filled thoughts on Marvel's latest TV series, Wonder Man; and here's the article Kris mentioned about it from the Folger Shakespeare library. Finally, recent reads and whatnot to finish us off! Show notes: Marvel/DC crossover talk: 0:07:32 State of digital comics: 0:21:23 20th Anniversary of New York Comic Con: 0:38:58 Marvel TV's Wonder Man (spoilers): 0:51:27 New Marvel retro video game collection: 2:00:25 You can support future releases of Comic Timing and get in on the occasional early releases of the show at http://www.patreon.com/ComicTiming. Video versions of most episodes are at http://youtube.com/@comictimingpodcast, along with Raph's new shorts series, Raph's Comic Catch-Up, so go ahead and subscribe if you haven't already done so. You can also follow Comic Timing on Bluesky at https://bsky.app/profile/comictiming.bsky.social, on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ComicTiming/, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/comictimingpodcast. And please, if you can, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts; it helps attract new listeners! Finally, you can join in on the conversation at our Comic Timing Fans group on Facebook, which is a great place to hang out and talk comics. Follow Ian on Bluesky, and on Instagram at http://instagram.com/i_am_scifi. Brent posts regularly to YouTube on his channel, BK’s Bullets and can be found on Bluesky; Donovan is on Bluesky, writes for DC's blog and The Batman Universe, and check out his podcast, Questions: We Don't Have Answers. Kris is lampbane on Bluesky, and you can check out her various other works at http://linktr.ee/krisnaudus. Ja...

Comic Timing Episode 275 – February 2026 Previews

Feb 13, 2026 2 hr 45 min

Mid-month Previews action for all, as Murd, Ian and Raph bring us the finest choices of books set mainly for April 2026 release. But first, an update on where you’ll be finding Oni Press in the future, as it is about to go Penguin Random House exclusive. Then picks begin, including Marvel’s half of the … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 275 – February 2026 Previews → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 274 – Trekkin’ Around with Tim Sheridan

Feb 6, 2026 2 hr 27 min

Space. The final frontier. These are the voyages of…Comic Timing. And boy oh boy, what a voyage this one is. Ian goes Star Trekkin’ with his two favorite allies, Kris and Raph, as they’re joined by current writer of the Star Trek: Lower Decks comic for IDW and lifelong Trekkie, Tim Sheridan! The crew go … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 274 – Trekkin’ Around with Tim Sheridan → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 273 – January 2026 Previews

Jan 28, 2026 2 hr 54 min

Happy birthday to me, it’s this month’s Previews! Murd and Ian are back at it again, streamlining the process to touch on publishers already part of Lunar’s main catalog as they come up in it, just to make life easier. That means Image is later on in the episode than usual, but otherwise everything else … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 273 – January 2026 Previews → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 272 – The New History of the DC Universe: Issue 1 Cover Breakdown, Part 2

Jan 16, 2026 2 hr 19 min

We are back, concluding our epic breakdown of ALL the characters rendered on Scott Koblish’s variant cover to New History of the DC Universe issue 1. Murd and Ian are the crew for this one, beginning with the middle left portion of the cover and making their way right to get through the rest of … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 272 – The New History of the DC Universe: Issue 1 Cover Breakdown, Part 2 → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 271 – The New History of the DC Universe: Issue 1 Cover Breakdown, Part 1

Jan 9, 2026 1 hr 47 min

Welcome to 2026, one and all! And boy oh boy are we starting this one off with a BANG. Gold Team gathers together in the form of Ian, Chris Eberle and Adam Murdough, as we begin our journey into Mark Waid’s New History of the DC Universe! But before we go into the issues themselves, … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 271 – The New History of the DC Universe: Issue 1 Cover Breakdown, Part 1 → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Presents: Wrestling Conversations

Jan 1, 2026 1 hr 17 min

One more syndicated episode as we welcome you to 2026. This episode originally aired in May 2025 on the Wrestling Conversations podcast, hosted by Matthew Bergren. Matt delves into Ian’s history watching wrestling and being a fan, and also goes into how Ian first got into comics, podcasting, and everything else along the way. Well … Continue reading Comic Timing Presents: Wrestling Conversations → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Syndicated Episode: Back to the Bins – Episode 697: Batman Year One

Dec 25, 2025 1 hr 39 min

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays everyone! Keeping the releases going while the show is on vacation, this one is a treat for any of you who may have otherwise missed it. The Gold Team of Chris Eberle, Adam Murdough and Shane were recently invited on Paul Spataro’s Back to the Bins podcast to discuss one … Continue reading Syndicated Episode: Back to the Bins – Episode 697: Batman Year One → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 270 – December 2025 Previews

Dec 19, 2025 3 hr 3 min

We close out 2025 with this month’s Previews episode! Ian, Murd and Raph begin with some updates on Diamond, as their bankruptcy shifts from a Chapter 11 to a Chapter 7; also, Universal Distribution are now the owners of the Free Comic Book Day name. Then, they dive right into the books mainly set for … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 270 – December 2025 Previews → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 269 – Warner Bros. Goes Tudum

Dec 12, 2025 2 hr 29 min

We’ve got the full Blue Team gathered together for this end of year bash, and boy is there tons to talk about. Ian, Brent, Donovan, Kris, Jamal, Raph and Brandon start things off with the ten thousand pound elephant in the room, aka Warner Bros. being sold to Netflix, unless Paramount uses hostility (and a … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 269 – Warner Bros. Goes Tudum → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 268 – The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, Kirby & Netflix

Dec 6, 2025 1 hr 45 min

A rare weekend release, as Ian ventures into Brooklyn to hang with Kris in person. First, they discuss their thoughts on the opera adaptation of The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, which will be returning to The Metropolitan Opera House in February for an encore performance. They then touch on Netflix purchasing Warner Bros … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 268 – The Amazing Adventures of Kavalier & Clay, Kirby & Netflix → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 267 – November 2025 Previews

Nov 27, 2025 3 hr 3 min

As those in America settle down at the table for some turkey, gravy, stuffing and American football, we here at Comic Timing settle down for some Previews! Murd and Ian delve into the various catalogs, with books mainly set for January 2026 release (outside of Dark Horse which seems to be a month further than … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 267 – November 2025 Previews → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 266 – Night of the Comet: Retro Movie Review

Nov 13, 2025 1 hr 26 min

Forty-one years ago, one of the most 80’s B-movies was released in theaters. To celebrate, the Gold Team crew of Ian, Murd, Chris Eberle and Shane give their honest takes on Night of the Comet, directed by Thom Eberhardt and featuring the likes of Robert Beltran pre-Star Trek Voyager, Catherine Mary Stewart, Kelli Maroney, Geoffrey … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 266 – Night of the Comet: Retro Movie Review → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 265- RIP (?) Super Sentai, Peacemaker S2 and more with Julian Lytle

Nov 7, 2025 2 hr 14 min

As news broke this week on the possible farewell to the Super Sentai branding in Japan, we here at Comic Timing had to have longtime friend of the show Julian Lytle on to talk about it! Ian, Brandon, Donovan and Brent are also here to discuss just what the heck is going on with the … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 265- RIP (?) Super Sentai, Peacemaker S2 and more with Julian Lytle → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 264 – October 2025 Previews

Oct 29, 2025 2 hr 46 min

It’s the end of the month, and so, here’s some Previews for ya! Ian, Murd and Raph round through this month’s bevy of catalogs, including Image, Dark Horse, Titan, Boom!, IDW, Marvel, DC and the Lunar catalog. And it’s Christmas season this time, with books mainly set for December 2025 release. That means holiday specials … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 264 – October 2025 Previews → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 263 – New York Comic Con 2025 Convention Report

Oct 17, 2025 2 hr 51 min

New York Comic Con 2025 has come and gone, and now it’s time to break it down and discuss it. Ian is joined by Kris and Raph for the bulk of this one, and then Chad Burdette pops in for his thoughts about an hour or so in! We go through what changed since last … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 263 – New York Comic Con 2025 Convention Report → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Extra Point – Episode 20: Nineteen Years of New York Comic Con

Oct 10, 2025 17 min

Hey gang, here’s a quick Extra Point with Ian solo, as he reflects on how times flies. This was recorded right before Day One of the NINETEENTH New York Comic Con. There’s discussion on how the show has changed, how Ian’s tackling of conventions has evolved, and some other thoughts along the way. Wanted to … Continue reading Comic Timing Extra Point – Episode 20: Nineteen Years of New York Comic Con → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 262 – September 2025 Previews

Sep 26, 2025 3 hr 14 min

We’re back at it with Previews, and we’re also back it with the duo of Ian and Murd! Adam Murdough returns just in time to mourn Diamond’s Previews catalog, which is ending entirely as of October’s issue. But even as its namesake ends, this episode continues, as we go through individual catalogs for Image, IDW, … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 262 – September 2025 Previews → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 261 – Captain America Albert Pyun Director’s Cut Movie Review

Sep 18, 2025 1 hr 58 min

Comic Timing is back with another episode, the conclusion of the most recent Kris and Ian duo recording! First, Kris gives her thoughts on The Fantastic Four: First Steps, continuing the slow trickle of Blue Team’s take on the movie. They then meander over to an article that was mostly overlooked on Jim Shooter’s website … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 261 – Captain America Albert Pyun Director’s Cut Movie Review → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 260 – Flame Con and Anime NYC 2025 Convention Reports

Sep 5, 2025 2 hr 14 min

What happens when you record after a few weeks off? You go long! But you listeners get the spoils out of this, as this is the first of what is now two episodes featuring Kris and Ian. This one focuses on Kris’ convention adventures in August in Manhattan, Flame Con and Anime NYC. Topics include … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 260 – Flame Con and Anime NYC 2025 Convention Reports → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 259 – August 2025 Previews

Aug 25, 2025 3 hr 3 min

Not even being away from home, using a different setup and mic, can stop Previews from happening! This month, Brent partakes in the comics cavalcade along with Ian and Raph, and tests whether or not he has the stamina for such an undertaking. Spoilers: he comes close, but taps out after about two and a … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 259 – August 2025 Previews → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 258 – Fantastic Beers and Where To Drink Them

Aug 18, 2025 1 hr 44 min

While Ian is visiting Florida, it’s the perfect opportunity for Ian and Brent to record in person! This time they choose to record indoors as opposed to in a park, as it was hotter than Mephisto’s stomping grounds out there. Shoutout to Union Taproom & Pizza Kitchen for letting us pour ourselves a brew and … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 258 – Fantastic Beers and Where To Drink Them → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Comic Timing Episode 257 – The Fantastic Four: First Steps Movie Review (and Superman too!)

Aug 5, 2025 2 hr 3 min

Comic Timing returns with a Gold Team episode, featuring Ian, Chris Eberle, Murd and Shane! The first forty minutes of this one allow Chris, Murd and Shane to give their thoughts on James Gunn’s Superman, closing out the entire squad’s views on that. The group then gives their in-depth opinions on Marvel’s attempt at a … Continue reading Comic Timing Episode 257 – The Fantastic Four: First Steps Movie Review (and Superman too!) → Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

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Created by: Comic Timing Podcast
Status: Active
Latest episode: Nov 13, 2026
Episodes: 403
Release period: Weekly
Avg. episode length: 2 hr 2 min
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Language: English

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