The Comic Source Podcast

Jace is joined by veteran comic creators Rick Remender and Paul Azaceta to talk all aboout their upcoming project from Image Comics under the Giant Generator imprint, The Seasons. Summer, Winter, Spring and Autumn are the Season Sisters and the daughters of the world famous Seasons Detectives. Ten years ago, their parents disappeared under mysterious circumstances which brought the girls closer together. They may need those close bonds more than ever though, as something sinister is coming. Rick and Paul talk about the feel of the story they want to tell and how they are bringing something new and exciting to the visuals for this book. It's clear from the art we have seen from Paul so far, their is an air of whimsy to the story that will, perhaps, balace out the more thrilling aspects of the story.

Jace is joined by award winning artist, painter and frequent cover artist for the New Yorker magazine Eric Drooker. Eric talks about Naked City, the third volume in his City graphic novel trilogy. Filled with relatable moments, it is the poignant story of three bohemians on the edge of the city struggling to answer the question: Is it possible to survive as an in the 21st century? Jace and Eric get into the character, motivations and perspective of the three main characters and also discuss how their struggles can relate to anyone trying to just survive in the modern world when so much wealth is in the hand of so few. The guys also talk about Eric's visual choices when it comes to the sequential art and letting the images carry the story with minimal dialogue. It's a fantastic discussion and an OGN you shouldn't miss.

Jace welcomes co-writers Ryan Parrott and John Ridley along with artist Mike Perkins to the show to chat about Justice League: The Atom Project. In the aftermath of Absolute Power, we already know that some people didn't get there powers back while others had their powers altered. Perhaps, of greater concent is the fact that many people, kids especially, who are unprepared to weild powers have found that they now posses dangerous abilities. It is up to the combined skills and brain power of the two superheroes who go by the monikor of Atom, Ray Palmer and Ryan Choi, to solve this mystery. Just how are they going to do this? Well they need someone to experiment on, enter the third Atom, Captain Atom. His powers have seemingly disappeared, but maybe not completely and how might the experiements change him? As the story unfolding in two seperate time frames showing Nathaniel Adam during the attempts to restore his powers and after something has gone horribly wrong. This story is sure to have major repercussions on Captain Atom and the entire DC Universe so be sure to pick it up.

Jace and Rocky review several independent titles for the week of December 18. 2024. Power Fantasy continues to be top-notch as does Tin Can Society, both are excellent examples of character pieces with the narratives driven by the interpersoanl relationships of the characters. Freddie the Fix is beautifully illustrated and harkens back to Old Hollywood in a lot of ways, Exit City and String from Mad Cave Studios are also continuing their compelling narratives and superb art while defining unique worlds and settings. Star trek is building towards the Lore War and Standstill reminds us of one of our facorite scenes from one of our favorite movies. Rocketfellers is an absolute joy and celebration of Christmas time and family, while Deadly Tales of the Gunslinger somehow exceeds the extremely high expectations we had for the series from the start.

Jace and Rocky chat about the DC Comics titles for the week of December 18, 2024. It's a huge week as we head into Christmas and the end of the year. The Plastic Man mini comes to an end, as do the All Winter and Hellblazer: Dead in America series all in a very satisfying fashion. We also get the debut of two new series with Challengers of the Unknown and New Gods, but starting. Catwoman and The Question both continue their quality storytelling and the Green Lantern/Green Arrow Special is a fun trip down memory lane. It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas in the Batman Santa Silent Knight Series, while the Titans series is giving us some team angst we haven't seen from these younger heroes in quite awhile. Nightwing, Jenny Sparks, Action Comics & Shadow Cabinet are also very good with some fun moments in each. The real highlights of the week though are Absolute Batman as it continues to push the envelope for an original take on, not just Batman, but Gotham City itself and Wonder Woman, as we get Detective Chimp channeling a certain beloved TV Detective.

Coming in 2025 we are ramping up the Ghost Machine coverage. We will start with some deep reviews for all the titles going page by page and talking about the story beats and themes. We kick it off with the first Ghost Machine release, Geiger. This title actually predates Ghost Machine as a company as was released under the Mad Ghost imprint. Jace is joined by co-host Cody, who is checking out these books for the first time, so join to see what't in store for 2025 with Ghost Machine. Plus we continue our Global Comix giveaways.

Jace is joined by writer Paul Tobin to talk about his series, String, from Mad Cave Studios. Starring a young woman who can see 'strings' that connect people who have been intimate or murdered and those they are about to kill. Yoon often works with the police to try and solve murders by following the black strings, but it's the blue strings that connect sexual partners that often have people feeling uncomfortable around her. Things are completely turned upside down in her life, when she wakes up one day to find a black string emanating from herself. Does this mean Yoon is about to kill or be killed? Either way, with the help of a reluctant police officer, Luke, she hopes to find the answer before it's too late.

Jace is joined by creator Reilly Brown and his son Will, to talk about their project Thunder Guardian. Created from an original idea by Will and illustrated by Reilly, Thunder guardian originally was published in a local newspaper in strip format. Reailly and Will have brought the story to Zoop collecting the strips so far and expanding on the story. Plus there are other great rewards in the campagin including commissions from Reilly and Will. Listen in for all the details and some talk about what the holiday season holds in store for Reilly, Will and their family. Plus our Global Comix giveaway.

Jace welcomes Jeremy Adams back to the show to kick off the 12 Days of the Comic Source for 2024. Jeremy has been building up the scope of his Green Lantern story since the beginning and it has hit all new levels with the end of the Civil Corp War, but that is just the beginning. The emotional spectrum is fractured and anyone can tap into those energies, even if they don't have a ring. Plus, there may be even more spectrums that were previously known about. With so much story coming, it was too much for one title, so Jeremy teases what's coming in Green Lantern Corps with co-writer Morgan Hampton. Meanwhile over in Aquaman, Jeremy is looking to establish more characterization for Arthur than the standard "stoic ruler from two worlds" that seems to be Aquaman's default, but don't worry, there will be plenty of action and wild ideas, like Aquaman in ... space?!?!?!

Jace and Rocky chat about some of their favorite indie titles for the week of December 11, 2024. Brood is an excellent addition to the Minor Threats universe drawing inspiration from stories like Succession and Royal Tenenbaums. Minor Arcana continues to be an intense character piece from Jeff Lemire who is a master of the craft. In Bloom introduces us to a world where mutation are desired and even considered beautiful, but be careful what you wish for. Doll Parts gives us an early look at the world of Lovesick and The City Beneath Her Feat is an absolute must-read mash up of 60 mod style and romantic crime-noir.