Comic News Insider

Jimmy is joined by good friends Jon Hoche & Heidi MacDonald as they discuss their favorite comics, TV and film of 2020. We didn't read or see everything, so your favorite might be missing. Let us know! What did we pick? You may be surprised by some of the choices. But we loved them and hope you check them out. Also, get a hold of us!

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Jimmy is joined by good friend/regular CNI contributor Melissa Bleier to discuss the final season of CHILLING ADVENTURES OF SABRINA. We break down the season and that finale and yes, spoilers will abound. How did they wrap it all up? Does Sabrina ever find happiness? Will Lillith get what she deserves? How do the Weird Sisters change? Is it a satisfying ending? Tune in to find out! Also, get a hold of us!

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In our 39th episode of COMIC BEAT INSIDER (CBI), Jimmy and Heidi MacDonald (The Beat Chief) are joined by cartoonist/actor/stuntman/educator/tae kwon do instructor Randall Trang to discuss the hit 2004 Stephen Chow film KUNG FU HUSTLE. How is Chow similar to Tarantino? Just how many movie references are made in this film? Is The Landlady the baddest bad ass in film history? Why did Sammo Hung quit as fight director and replaced with Yuen Woo-ping? How many laughs a minute are there (SO MANY!)? Join us each week to listen in live. Send in topic ideas for future episodes. Be it in comics, TV or film. Also, get a hold of us!

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Reviews: Dark Nights: Death Metal The Last 52: War of the Multiverses, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina season 4, Cobra Kai season 3, Doctor Who New Year's Special, The Watch, We Can Be Heroes

Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Melissa, Jon, Marta, Emily and Emmy. 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: a new companion for Doctor Who, the DC multiverse film plan, Spider-Man's new costume and more. Also, get a hold of us!

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Jimmy is joined by good pal David Monteith from the UK's Geek Syndicate podcast to discuss the new Pixar film SOUL. In a slightly spoilery episode, we opine about what we both liked and disliked about the film. Is it okay to love a film that has several flaws? What were some of those flaws? Does Pixar still have some things to learn about representation? What did we get out of it? Tune in to find out! Also, get a hold of us!

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Reviews: Firefly: Blue Sun Rising #1, Jim Henson's Labyrinth: Masquerade #1, The Picture of Everything Else #1, Soul, Wonder Woman 1984

Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Melissa, Jon, Marta, Dave and Ashley. 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: Jen Bartel will provide covers for Marvel for Women's History Month, Warner Bros. fast-tracks a 3rd Wonder Woman film, Cobra Kai premiere moves up a week and more. Also, get a hold of us!

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Jimmy is joined by Emily Edwards and Jessica Davis to discuss the superhero sequel WONDER WOMAN 1984. In a very spoilery episode, we break down the new film. Likes, dislikes and more. Does the 80's setting work? How does Steve Trevor return? Did Kristen Wiig nail Cheetah? What's up with Pedro Pascal's character? Are any of us proficient in lasso use? Tune in to find out! Also, get a hold of us!

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In our 38th episode of COMIC BEAT INSIDER (CBI), Jimmy and Heidi MacDonald (The Beat Chief) are joined by friends Jon Hoche and David Monteith (Geek Syndicate) as we discuss the soon to be classic 2011 animated Christmas film ARTHUR CHRISTMAS. How did this production come together? What was it like working on it? Is there really a family dynasty of Santas? Just how does Santa get all of those presents to everyone around the world? Join us each week to listen in live. Send in topic ideas for future episodes. Be it in comics, TV or film. Also, get a hold of us!

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Jimmy and Producer Joe welcome Jon and Megan Hoche in a special little Christmas present for you! What would happen if Comic News Insider never existed?! Would you miss it? Are we really responsible for the nerd explosion? Tune in to our special radio play, IT'S A WONDERFUL PODCAST! Merry Christmas! Also, get a hold of us!

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Jimmy and Jon Hoche pick some of their favorite Christmas themed comic books, TV shows and films. Both old and new! Always so much content comes out annually, so they sift through it all to bring some faves. What are some of yours? Let us know! Also, get a hold of us!

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