Legendary comic writer Mike Baron is back to discuss the beginning! That's right, we're talking about the origins of his and Steve Rude's landmark Nexus series to celebrate the Kickstarter campaign for the Nexus Deluxe Hardcover Omnibus Volume One. Mike opens up about the deluxe reprint collection of the Eisner Award-winning series, which Newsarama has hailed as "the greatest superhero comic of all time." We explore the cosmic avenger Horatio Hellpop's complex moral struggles, the series' unique blend of superhero and science fiction elements set 500 years in the future, and what it means to see this groundbreaking independent comic finally getting the deluxe treatment it deserves! Mike also discusses the challenges and rewards of crowdfunding classic comics, the collaboration with BIG Studios, and why Nexus continues to resonate with readers who appreciate sophisticated storytelling that wrestles with questions of justice, morality, and the weight of cosmic responsibility.

You can back the book here: http://kck.st/3HClJMM! And as always, you can find Mike on his site, baroncomics.com, and on X @BloodyRedBaron.

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Mark Waid is back with the Bandits for his fourth solo appearance, as we dive into his latest projects and thoughts on the current state of Superman. First we jump into James Gunn's recently released Superman film and get Mark's takes, specifically on the approach to Jor-El and Lara's portrayal and whether the movie successfully captures the optimism that defines the character. The core of the conversation centers around Mark's "dream project," New History of the DC Universe, and the challenges of weaving 90 years of DC continuity into one cohesive timeline. Mark also talks about his current work on Action Comics, where he's diving into Clark Kent's teenage years with artist Skylar Patridge. Finally, we delve into his ongoing Batman/Superman: World's Finest series, revealing his approach to keeping the iconic partnership fresh and what makes this collaboration stand out from previous team-ups.

New History of the DC Universe #2 hits stores this Wednesday, July 23. And the Mark Waid adventures continue in Action Comics, World's Finest, Batman & Robin: Year One, Justice League Unlimited, and the upcoming crossover event DC K.O.!

(Damn, Mark... it's tiring just typing the names!)

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In this audio-only episode, we sit down with Canadian-Brazilian filmmaker Marcus Alqueres to explore his unique journey from visual effects artist to acclaimed director and his innovative approach to superhero storytelling. Marcus shares his background working in visual effects on blockbusters like 300, Rise of The Planet of The Apes, and Tintin before transitioning to directing with his breakthrough short film The Flying Man. The viral 2015 short, which garnered over 20 million views, offers a dark and thought-provoking examination of vigilante justice that caught the attention of Sony/Columbia Pictures, who are developing it as a feature film with Marcus attached to direct. We dive into his commercial directing work for major brands like Samsung, Honda, Volkswagen, and Pepsico, his recent projects, including Warden, and how his visual effects background influences his filmmaking approach.

You can follow Marcus on his site, malqueres.com, on Instagram @malqueres or on X @marcusalqueres.

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In this episode, we sit down with legendary creator Bill Willingham to explore his remarkable journey from role-playing game artist to one of comics' most celebrated storytellers. Bill opens up about his early days working on RPGs and how that experience shaped his approach to worldbuilding in comics. From his 1980s creator-owned series Elementals to his 150+ issue, career-defining work on Fables, we dive deep into his storytelling career, while comparing the comics landscape of then versus now. Bill shares insights into his research process for incorporating folklore and mythology into his stories and reflects on his work with DC characters like Tim Drake's Robin and the supernatural heroes of Shadowpact. We also explore his approach to writing morally complex characters, ,the creative challenges of reimagining established heroes in the steampunk world of Legenderry, and how his background as an artist influences his collaboration with other creators.

You can follow Bill on X @BillWillingham or subscribe to his Substack here: billwillingham.substack.com.

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In this episode, we sit down with Dan Greenfield, editor-in-chief of 13th Dimension and veteran comic book journalist, to explore his journey from a 5-year-old Batman fan to becoming one of the most respected voices in comics journalism today. Dan shares the origin story behind 13th Dimension and its mission covering comics, creators, and culture. We also discuss how comic journalism has evolved in the digital age, and what insights he's gleaned from interviews with legendary creators like Neal Adams and Chip Kidd. We dive into his particular obsession with Batman comics, tracing his love through the classic work of Denny O'Neil and Neal Adams up to modern runs by Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo, while also exploring how he balances nostalgia with contemporary coverage. Dan opens up about the challenges and rewards of running an independent comics website, his experiences covering conventions, and the current state of comic book criticism.

You can follow Dan's work on where else but the 13th Dimension website: 13thdimension.com!

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In this episode, we sit down with multi-talented comic creator Sam J. Royale to explore his diversity of work spanning anthology comics, graphic design, and paranormal storytelling. Sam breaks down his anthology series Dishoom, discusses his creative decision-making process across projects like Pariah: Many Lands and the paranormal zine Kala Jadoo (complete with trading card set), and reveals how his graphic design background influences everything from logo creation to comic layout. We dive into his relationship with Cosmic Lion Productions, his experience working with past guest Michael Fitzgerald Troy on Big, Big Bang Comics, and the challenges of balancing solo publishing with contributing to other publications. And of course, we get into NFL SuperPro, which everyone agrees is one of the greatest characters ever created!

You can find Sam on Facebook and Instagram @samjroyale and shop his stuff on Etsy here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/samjroyale. And check out Power Pulp Comics, the new comics collective he's a part of, at powerpulpcomics.com.

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In this conversation with legendary writer Gerry Conway, we explore what makes his stories so compelling. From character development and inspirations to what he considers his best work, the noted scribe opens up about his creative process and more!

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We're delivering the fireworks early, as we sit down with acclaimed artist Terry Dodson to explore his remarkable 30+ year career! From the early days breaking in during the 90s to his current collaboration with Matt Fraction on the pulp-inspired Adventureman, Terry opens up about developing his signature style, his creative partnership with wife Rachel, and the challenges of drawing some of comics' most beloved characters including Wonder Woman, Spider-Man, and Harley Quinn. We dive deep into his approach to character design, discuss memorable projects with Mark Millar and Kevin Smith, and get the inside story on everything from redesigning Count Chocula to the visual storytelling complexities of Adventureman's multiple timelines. Terry also shares insights into his collaborative process with top-tier writers and gives us a preview of what's coming up in Adventureman: Family Tree.

Speaking of which, the third issue of Adventureman: Family Tree comes out today, 7/2/25! And if you missed the announcement, Terry's also drawing the upcoming Wonder Woman/Captain America crossover written by Chip Zdarsky. Check them out!

You can follow Terry primarily on Instagram and Bluesky @terrydodsonart.

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