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Word Balloon Comics Podcast

1 on 1 interview show featuring the creative minds behind Comics TV Film Novels & Animation. Hosted by Chicago Pop Culture expert, John Siuntres

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97:37

aw yeah xmas special

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/19

the beatles meet star wars, rankin bass xmas specials, and why are the avenger doomsday trailers locked into avatar screenings?

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70:39

Josh Trujillo sends The FF To The Planet Of The Apes

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/18

Josh Trujillo talk about the upcoming marvel crossover the planet of the apes versus the fantastic four . you can tell from our talk he's done his homework on both sideswe also discuss his dc go digital comiic about aquaman in the D Sea universe.

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65:03

Mr. Skin on the State of Movies, TV, and the Top 10...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/17

On this episode of Word Balloon, I sit down with pop-culture archivist and entrepreneur Mr. Skin for a wide-ranging conversation about the evolution of MrSkin.com and the state of movies and television in 2025.Mr. Skin breaks down how his site has adapted in the streaming era, what sets true curation apart from casual online searching, and how audience habits have changed over the years. From data and editorial instincts to surprising traffic trends, this is a behind-the-scenes look at how a

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76:52

Ed Catto Talks Adam West and Retro Fan Magazine

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/16

Today on Word Balloon, I’m joined by Ed Catto, Editor-in-Chief of Retro Fan Magazine, a publication dedicated to celebrating the movies, television, comics, and pop culture that shaped generations.We’re talking about the latest issue of Retro Fan, which is packed with deep-dive features and thoughtful retrospectives — including a look back at Adam West’s iconic run as Batman, a comprehensive history of Lee Falk, the creator of The Phantom, and a fun, nostalgic revisit to Sigmund and the Sea

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74:28

Anthony Snyder Bets On Comics

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/15

Today on Word Balloon, I’m joined by Anthony Snyder — the son of the legendary sports broadcaster Jimmy “The Greek” Snyder, and the owner of AnthonysComicBookArt.com, one of the most respected destinations for original comic book art collectors. Anthony talks about growing up around the larger-than-life world of sports media, what it was like being raised by Jimmy the Greek, and how that legacy shaped his own path. We also dig into his passion for comics, the evolution of the original art market,

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77:13

WB Best of 2025 Bryan Hitch Pt2

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/14

On this episode of Word Balloon, host John Siuntres continues his in-depth conversation with acclaimed artist Bryan Hitch in Part Two, focusing squarely on Superman, Lex Luthor, and the larger DC Universe. Bryan breaks down his visual approach to the Man of Steel, how he balances power with humanity, and why framing Superman correctly on the page is one of the hardest challenges in comics. The discussion also digs into Lex Luthor as a character — how Hitch visually communicates intellect, menace,

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73:52

WB Best of 2025 Bryan Hitch pt 1

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/14

On this episode of Word Balloon, host John Siuntres kicks off a wide-ranging conversation with legendary artist Bryan Hitch in Part One of an in-depth interview covering his career past, present, and future. Bryan talks about his creator-owned series Redcoat, the ideas and influences behind The Authority, and how those books helped redefine widescreen superhero storytelling. The conversation also digs into Bryan’s work on Superman, his approach to visual scale and cinematic pacing, and how

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83:39

Olan Soule: The Forgotten Knight of Batman Voice Actors

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/13

Today on Word Balloon, we’re diving into the legacy of Olan Soule — the original animated Batman — and the long, fascinating TV career that made him a cornerstone of early superhero entertainment. And there’s no better guide for this conversation than our guest, Dan Pasternack.Dan is one of the great archivists and historians of television comedy and classic broadcast performance. Over the years, he’s worked with and documented some of the most influential talents in the medium, including Mel

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76:06

Jeremy Adams Talks DC KO and more

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/12

A new talk with writer Jeremy Adams — digging into his personal takes on Flash Gordon, Green Lantern, and Aquaman, and what draws him to (and challenges him about) each iconic mythos. They get into how classic pulp energy, cosmic storytelling, and sea-soaked adventure inform his creative instincts, and how those sensibilities show up in his work.Jeremy also breaks down his upcoming animated adaptation of Batman: Knightfall — what he’s focusing on, how he’s handling Bane’s legacy, and what fans can

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121:08

Trek Watch Starfleet Academy Teaser Scene Review

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/10

Get ready — on this episode of Trek Watch, we break down the brand-new sneak preview for Star Trek: Starfleet Academy, dropped at CCXP 2025 before the official premiere on January 15. We talk about what the clip reveals: the fate of the U.S.S. Athena as it comes under surprise attack, the first look at cadet life, and the ominous arrival of the villain Nus Braka — who’s part Klingon, part Tellarite, and played by Paul Giamatti. We also break down the setup for the series’ central themes: young

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126:58

Best of 2025 Al Ewing Marvel and DC Greatness

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/09

Another great talk from this year with acclaimed comics writer Al Ewing with deep-dives. First into two legendary mythic heroes: Thor and Metamorpho.Ewing explores the mythic roots, narrative shifts, and creative challenges behind modern takes on these icons — from thunder gods to chemical-powered shapeshifters. Deep dives into Norse Mythology and the shame that we only got six issues of a great modern spin on Rex Mason Simon Stagg Saphire and of course Java Hour two highlights Venom and Absolute

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78:54

Fear Agent 20th Anniversary Celebration – Remender,...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/08

Two decades after it crash-landed into comics, Fear Agent is still one of the most ferocious, heartfelt, and inventively insane sci-fi adventures ever put to paper. For its 20th anniversary, we bring together the core creative team — Rick Remender, Tony Moore, and Mike Hawthorne — for a no-holds-barred panel looking back at the series that redefined pulp for a new generation. The trio walks through the origins of Heath Huston, the booze-soaked alien-blasting exterminator who somehow became one of

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122:39

WB 3001 Marty Pasko 2015 pt 2

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/07

Pasko and I continue our wide-ranging discussion on comics, television, and animation — expanding into old-time TV, behind-the-scenes film and show business, and the sometimes surprising roots of comic-book properties. They talk about the portrayal of Wonder Woman — including the editorial pressures and controversies surrounding her early stories under creator William Moulton Marston.Pasko reflects on his role in cataloguing and curating the vast history of DC Comics — discussing how the company’s

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115:25

Word Balloon #3000 – Part 1: A Classic 2015...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/06

For this landmark 3000th episode, we’re opening the vault for a special two-part conversation from 2015 with the late Martin Pasko — writer, editor, historian, and one of the sharpest, funniest minds ever to shape modern comics and genre television. In Part 1, Marty walks us through the foundations of his career, beginning with his time writing Superman in the Bronze Age. We get into the pressures and freedoms of handling the Man of Steel at a moment when DC was redefining itself, and Marty doesn’t

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41:56

Best of 2025 Christopher Cantwell pt 2 Crime Comics...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/05

We discuss Chris's books Out Of Alcatraz from Oni Press , Kid Maroon from Vault, and his upcoming season of The Terror Siler In Black on AMC next year

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57:29

Best of 2025 Christopher Cantwell pt 1 DC Marvel Star...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/05

In this 2 part chat, Chris and I talk about his comic book hits Star Trek: Redshirts (IDW) — Cantwell’s latest project, a take on the classic “redshirt expendables” trope from the Star Trek universe. The conversation touches on the creative intent behind giving voice and stakes to characters who traditionally die off quickly, and how this reinvention reflects both respect and deconstruction. SpreakerHis work at Marvel — They dig into his “definitive modern take” on Iron Man, the layered

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78:53

Mike Norton A Dog's Life Battlepug Krypto and More

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/04

In this episode, Mike Norton returns to dig into three big projects at very different stages of his creative journey. We kick things off with Battlepug Vol. 3, fresh off his successful Kickstarter campaign. Mike talks about building the latest chapter of the saga, leveling up the world and characters, and why this volume may be his wildest yet.From there we shift to his new Krypto mini-series with Ryan North, a character Mike has loved since childhood. He breaks down the tone, the look, and the

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62:55

Origins Of 100 Bullets w Azzarello Risso and Johnson

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/03

The 2016 100 BULLETS Panel brings together the full creative hit squad: writer Brian Azzarello, artist Eduardo Risso, and cover artist Dave Johnson for a raw, no-BS conversation about their landmark Vertigo crime saga. Recorded live at a 2016 convention, this session digs into how three very different sensibilities fused into one of the most ruthless, stylish books of the last 25 years. Azzarello breaks down the long-game plotting behind 100 Bullets. How the idea of a briefcase, a gun, and

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66:24

Christos Gage on Marvel Battleworld, DC Dark Legion...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/02

In this wide-ranging conversation, writer Christos Gage digs into the creative madness behind his Marvel Battleworld mini-series. A multiversal romp where time-displaced heroes and villains collide. Gage breaks down how he approached juggling characters pulled from wildly different eras and realities: WWII-era Bucky, the tyrannical Maestro-Hulk, the cosmic outsider Star Brand from the New Universe, and a whole rogue’s gallery of misfits thrown together under impossible circumstances. He walks

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96:33

Happy Belated Birthday Jerry Ordway

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/12/01

Here's my first in-depth interview with Jerry Ordway, focusing on his legacy in the Superman mythos, his work on the Justice Society of America (JSA) and All Star Squadron, his role in creating/working on Infinity, Inc., and other characters he helped shape — from early creations like Ron Troupe and Gangbuster to newer ones like Cat Grant. Plus the use of Cat Grant in the Supergirl TV series

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