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Jimmy was in Toronto last weekend attending TCAF (Toronto Comic Arts Festival). In this episode, Jimmy catches up with cartoonist/good pal Monica Gallagher. They discuss her recent work including ASSASSIN ROOMMATE, BONNIE N. COLLIDE, THE BLACK GHOST and THE BIGGEST BIGFOOT. They also talk about her love of monsters (especially werewolves) and more. But they definitely didn't talk about that thing that happened the night before that everyone saw! Always great to hang with Monica especially after 3 years.

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Jimmy was in Toronto last weekend attending TCAF (Toronto Comic Arts Festival). In this episode, Jimmy chats with cartoonist Sweeney Boo about her graphic novel EAT, AND LOVE YOURSELF. A tale inspired from personal experiences...well, except the time travel. (He thinks). They also talk about her Captain Marvel comic work, her podcast SPILL YOUR GUTS with fellow cartoonist/friend Soo Lee, Paddington Bear, tattoos, cheese, future work and more! A super fun and laid back time.

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Jimmy was in Toronto over the weekend attending TCAF (Toronto Comic Arts Festival). In this episode, Jimmy moderated the 1:1 spotlight panel with friend Aimee de Jongh. They talked about her incredible award nominated graphic novel DAYS OF SAND. It's about America's Dust Bowl era in the 1930's. A moving tale based on real life events. They also chat about DESTINATION: CANADA. A collaboration with the Dutch Consulate in Toronto. It's 10 tales of Dutch emigrants starting a new life in Canada by 10 Dutch cartoonists. They also discuss the rise of Dutch cartoonists in general and future work. A fun, educational and laid back panel that you'll enjoy! More interviews will air next week in TCAF specials. Also, get a hold of us!

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Jimmy was in Toronto over the weekend attending TCAF (Toronto Comic Arts Festival). In this episode, Jimmy talks with 3 creators whom have books out with SelfMadeHero. He chats with Catherine Castro about the book she wrote CALL ME NATHAN. Based on a true story, it follows a young girl realizing she is not the gender she was assigned at birth. Beautiful, powerful and positive. Chris W. Kim STRAYS talks about the new book he wrote & drew called STRAYS. It's about moving on, starting over, missing friends, and a sense of belonging. Truly identifiable and magnificent storytelling. Anne Mette Kaerulf Lorentzen wrote and drew her own story in WHEN I CAME OUT. Loosely based on her own life, it follows her marriage and children to coming out as gay in her 40's. Powerful and thought provoking. More interviews will air later this week and next week in TCAF specials. Also, get a hold of us!

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Jimmy was in Toronto over the weekend attending TCAF (Toronto Comic Arts Festival). He got 8 interviews from cartoonists Monica Gallagher, Sweeney Boo, Chris W. Kim, Catherine Castro, Anne Mette, Motzie Dapul, Allan Matudio and Melanie L. Yan. He also moderated his friend Aimee de Jongh's spotlight 1:1 panel. In this episode, Jimmy recaps the show both the good and bad. Interviews you'll hear in this episode are from Motzie, Allan and Melanie. The rest will air later this week and next week in TCAF specials. It was the first TCAF back since 2019. While there were some hiccups, overall it was a fun show and Jimmy got some great interviews. Check them all out this week and next! Oh, how was the show? Listen in to find out. :) Also, get a hold of us!

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Reviews: Dark Crisis #1, Jane Foster and the Mighty Thor #1, Justice Warriors #1 , Ms. Marvel season premiere, Jurassic World: Dominion

Jimmy briefly chats his plans for this weekend's Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) as well as some minor worries about San Diego Comic Con next month. As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Ashley, Melissa, Marta, Ricky and Jon! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we reviewed and send us your thoughts! Thanks to Emily for the news which includes: Bruce Campbell will write a SGT ROCK VS ARMY OF THE DEAD, David Duchovny is co-writing a graphic novel for Dark Horse, Neil Patrick Harris joins DOCTOR WHO and more! Also, get a hold of us!

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In a last minute special episode, Jimmy and pal Greg Pak chat about his new illustrated book of poetry called I BELONG TO YOU/MOTHERLAND. It's about growing up half Korean in Texas and not quite belonging but totally bound to the flora and fauna of the place. It's also about lessons, memory and the death of his mother. Great photos by both his mother and Greg with original art by comic book artists like Shing Yin Khor, Sean Chen, Ethan Young and more. Greg talks about the origin of the book as a libretto for a choral group in Texas that will perform it in a few weeks. They also chat about growing up as latchkey kids and having the freedom to explore and do things that were normal back then. A sense of belonging is a strong part of the book as well and Greg tells of us his struggles. It's also a lovely tribute to his mother and he talks of the joy of growing up with her and the goodness she instilled in him. A beautiful memoir indeed!

The book is out June 25th and will be exclusively available for purchase via the Austin, Texas comic book shop Dragon's Lair. It will be available elsewhere shortly after.

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Reviews: The Closet #1, Fox and Hare #1, The Panic #1, The Boys s3

As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Ashley, Melissa, Marta, and Ricky! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we reviewed and send us your thoughts! Thanks to Emily for the news which includes: Joe Quesada leaves Marvel, Popeye gets some updates, DC Comics is offering free LGBTQ+ comics and more! Also, get a hold of us!

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Reviews: Obi-Wan Kenobi series premiere, Stranger Things S4 Vol 1, Chip N' Dale: Rescue Rangers

As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Ashley, Melissa, Marta, Therese and Ricky! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we reviewed and send us your thoughts! Thanks to Emily for the news which includes: DC Comics expands their YA line, Oscar winning director Bong Joon-ho is adapting MICKEY7 and (almost) all the Star Wars Celebration news and more! Also, get a hold of us!

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Reviews: Duo #1, I Hate This Place #1, Marvel's Voices Identity, Shaolin Cowboy: Cruel to Be Kin #1

As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Ashley, Melissa, Marta and Ricky! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we reviewed and send us your thoughts! Thanks to Emily for the news which includes: THE LEAGUE OF EXTRAORDINARY GENTLEMEN reboot is coming, Marvel has a new mobile card game, Eisner award nominees and more! Also, get a hold of us!

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