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In our 30th episode of COMIC BEAT INSIDER (CBI), Jimmy and Heidi MacDonald (The Beat Chief) are joined by Eunsoo Jeong (Koreangry) and Jon Hoche to discuss the Korean zombie trilogy of films TRAIN TO BUSAN, SEOUL STATION (animated prequel) and PENINSULA (sequel). Why was Train to Busan such an international hit? What did the darker animated prequel add to the lore? Did the sequel live up to its predecessor? What are the zombie rules in this world? Are humans worse than zombies? Tune in to find out! As always, a great discussion with an awesome panel! 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: Assassin's Creed Valhalla: Songs of Glory #1, Chilling Adventures of Sabrina Presents Madam Satan One-Shot, Dune: House Atreides #1, The Scumbag #1, The Witches

Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Melissa, Jon, Marta, Ashley 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: Tim Burton is developing a The Addams Family film, Willow is returning as a Disney+ series, Mini Pong Jr is coming for Christmas and more. Also, get a hold of us!

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In our 29th episode of COMIC BEAT INSIDER (CBI), Heidi MacDonald (The Beat Chief) and Jimmy are joined by The Beat staff writers Edie Nugent and Ricardo Alejandro Serrano Denis to discuss the cult Roger Corman film THE MASQUE OF THE RED DEATH. Why did Corman adapt the famous Edgar Allan Poe story? Did he stay true to the story? What was the significance of Hop-Toad? How does the film hold up and stay relative? And who did Jimmy pick for his updated modern re-casting? Tune in to find out! As always, a great discussion with an awesome panel! 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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In another no frills chat, Jimmy and Producer Joe talk about the hit HBO show LOVECRAFT COUNTRY. We talk all of season 1 and that crazy finale. Such incredible performances and writing throughout. Does everyone make it out alive? Does Christina get her comeuppance? Do Tic and Leti get a happy ending? Did showrunner Misha Green have any regrets? Did we like the finale? How is a shoggoth like Scooby-Doo? Will there be a season 2? Tune in to find out! Also, get a hold of us!

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In this episode, Jimmy recruits one of his favorite correspondents to conduct an interview. Melissa steps in the interview chair and has a fascinating discussion with writer Mariah McCourt about her hit comic series ASH& THORN from Ahoy Comics. They dig deep into the series, character development, art, recipes and more. (Including some adorable appearances by her little daughter.) Find out why it's described as Golden Girls meets Buffy! Listen to this fun and awesome discussion! Kudos to Melissa for conducting a really great first interview. Also, get a hold of us!

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Reviews: Commanders In Crisis #1, The Devil's Red Bride #1, Dracula, Motherf**ker!, Rorschach #1, Helstrom s1, Lovecraft Country season finale

Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Melissa, Jon, Marta, Ashley 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: lots of DC Future State news and some fun Star Wars facts from a new book. Also, get a hold of us!

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In our 28th episode of COMIC BEAT INSIDER (CBI), Heidi MacDonald (The Beat Chief) and Jimmy are joined by Jill Pantozzi (Founder/Owner of The Nerdy Bird/Deputy Editor at io9) and Jennifer de Guzman to discuss the hit Tim Burton film BEETLEJUICE. What was the original more sinister take on the film? How was the famous dinner scene done? How was it cast? What is up with cousin Jane? And Jimmy does his now regular modern recasting of the film. Who made the cut? Tune in to find out! As always, a great discussion with an awesome panel! 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 celebrate their 1100th episode! In the before times, anniversary episodes were recorded live at a bar w/ multiple guests, songs, comedy bits and more. Alas, since we can't gather, we Zoomed it! They are joined by friends Michael Emerson, Monica Gallagher and Greg Pak. They chat about what they've been up to during lockdown and projects they are working on. Jimmy and Joe chat about some of their favorite entertainment they've been checking out lately and the evolution of the podcast. They also invite some other friends and CNI contributors on to thank them for their support. Thanks again to Jon, Emily, David and Steph! Also, get a hold of us!

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Reviews: Champions Vol 4 #1, Cobra Kai: The Karate Kid Saga Continues, Getting It Together #1, Neil Gaiman Norse Mythology #1, Star Wars Adventures Vol 2 #1, The Boys s2 finale

Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Melissa, Jon, Marta, Emily, and Edward & Evan. 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: Kate Mulgrew returns as Captain Janeway, HBO Max is producing a Green Lantern series, the Gen 13 reprint collection is postponed and more. Also, get a hold of us!

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In another no frills chat, Jimmy and Jon Hoche are back to talk about the last half of THE BOYS season 2. We covered the first 4 episodes and did not realize the wild ride we would be taken on! Well, we had an idea! Just how much more effed up can Homelander get? What is Stormfront's secret? Can Hughie and Starlight just be left alone to love? Who's the popper? So many questions and we (maybe) have the answers! Tune in to find out! Also, get a hold of us!

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