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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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67:52

Sterling Gates Part 2 – Superhero Writing Across...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/09/13

In this second half of our conversation, Sterling dives deeper into his run on Supergirl alongside artist Jamal Igle. He shares behind-the-scenes stories about crafting Kara’s voice, working hand-in-glove with Igle to re-define her place in the DC Universe, and why their collaboration remains one of the character’s most beloved eras.Sterling opens up about the challenges of balancing editorial direction with his and Jamal’s creative instincts, and how they fought to give Kara her own identity

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68:39

Supergirl, Flash, and THE Crisis Sterling Gates pt 1

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/09/12

In this first installment of my conversation with comics and TV writer Sterling Gates, we dive into his celebrated run on Supergirl with Jamal Igle . Sterling talks about how his stories are finding new life in print—starting with the reissue of his Bizarro Supergirl arc, and continuing next year with his contributions to the New Krypton saga omnibus, co-written alongside James Robinson and Greg Rucka. We also look at the various actors who've played the woman of tomorrow, including Gates's work

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61:10

Mark Russell Unmasks Racer X, Wonder Woman and more

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2025/09/11

Comics writer Mark Russell joins me for a wide-ranging conversation about his brand-new Mad Cave series spotlighting Racer X from Speed Racer. This isn’t just high-octane racing—it’s a crime-noir thriller that digs deep into the ex-racer’s mysterious past and explores how he became the legendary masked driver. Mark shares how he blended the danger of the track with the grit of noir storytelling to reimagine one of anime’s most iconic characters.We also preview his upcoming collaboration with Mike

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74:01

The Rucka Debrief pt 2 A New Rucka Era at DC

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/09/10

In this candid second half of our talk, Greg Rucka opens up about why he walked away from DC Comics during earlier eras, and how those frustrations with co-writers and editors caused him to have serious personal issues and leave in digust to focus on creator owned projects.But it’s not all doom and gloom — Greg is genuinely excited about his latest DC work, the upcoming Cheetah and Cheshire Rob the Justice League, with his usual collaborator Nicola Scott. Greg makes it clear how much better the

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59:55

The Rucka Debrief pt 1 Futuristic Espionage in Lazarus

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/09/09

We also address possible sequels to the old guard his thoughts on Superman and The Marvels films, a return to novel riting and more. The DC talk is coming in part 2

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95:12

Trek Watch SNW Ep9 Terrarium Review

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/09/08

Enemy Mine, and 4 other Trek episodes seemed very similar.

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64:03

Fun Adventures coming from Franco

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2025/09/07

3 new titles including a kickstarter from Franco featuring luchadores, an indiana jones style flyboy and... a ninja kaiju ?

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124:36

Trek Watch Four and A Half Vulcans and more review

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2025/09/06

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78:24

Matt Fraction: Writing Batman, Jimmy Olsen & Beyond...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/09/05

In the second half of my conversation with Matt Fraction, we shift gears to talk about his ever-evolving writing process, from Batman to his Eisner-winning work on Jimmy Olsen and other standout projects from across his career.Fraction digs into how his approach to storytelling has changed over the years, balancing structure with spontaneity, and what keeps him inspired as both a writer and a fan.We also dive into today’s movie and TV landscape—what’s working, what isn’t, and how the comics medium

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66:55

Batman #1 — A New Era Begins with Matt Fraction pt 1

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/09/04

In this exclusive conversation, Matt Fraction joins me to discuss the launch of Batman #1 and the beginning of his ambitious new run at DC Comics. Fraction pulls no punches as he talks about his bold reinterpretation of Gotham City and its darkest corners.We dig into his surprising new take on Killer Croc, explore the emotional fallout of Batman’s ongoing struggle without Alfred, and break down the striking redesign of Gotham as a city under siege.Fraction also teases the shocking status quo shift

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105:28

Superman, Infernal Hulk & Gotham’s Quiet Man —...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/09/03

In this episode, I talk with writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson about his latest projects across Marvel and DC. We start with his run on The Incredible Hulk, exploring the dark, horror-driven arc that leads directly into the upcoming title change, Infernal Hulk.From there, we turn to Adventures of Superman: Book of El #1, which continues the epic saga Johnson began in Warworld, bringing Superman’s story into bold new territory.Finally, we preview next week’s release of Batman and Robin #25, featuring a

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62:47

Expanding Atlantis: Eric Palicki’s Horror Adventure...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/09/02

In this episode, I sit down with comic book writer Eric Palicki to talk about his latest Kickstarter project — a new edition of his horror-adventure Atlantis Isn’t Built for Tourists. Now reimagined as a digest-sized graphic novel, the collection includes the original story plus two brand-new tales expanding the world.We also take a look back at Eric’s earlier creations, including Black’s Myth for Ahoy Comics, a sharp supernatural noir, and No Angel, his collaboration with his sister, actress

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60:14

“Brad Meltzer: Inside Identity Crisis and His Justice...

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2025/09/01

In this 2006 conversation, bestselling author Brad Meltzer joins me fresh off the release of his political thriller The Book of Fate, which hit #1 on the New York Times list. We talk about how the novel’s mix of Washington intrigue, secret histories, and high-stakes drama reflects his passion for blending real-world politics with page-turning suspense.On the comics side, Meltzer dives into his acclaimed runs at DC. He discusses his relaunch of Green Arrow, where he re-established Oliver Queen as a

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98:29

From Gotham to the World: Rucka Reflects on Denny...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/08/31

After Denny O'Neill's passing in 2020 , I spoke with one of his comic book protoges Greg Rucka who discussed Denny's influences on his writing and on the whole DC line.

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47:38

Peter David Marvel and Trek

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/08/30

From 2014, my only in depth interview with Peter, who discusses an upcoming seminar he did for the comics experience online school on writing. We talk about his Star Trek books, but also his Marvel work on Hulk Spider-Man and X-Factor

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47:05

Star Trek Voyager Homecoming With The Bridges

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/08/29

Tilly and Susan Bridgess join me to discuss the new IDW Star Trek Voyager Mini Series that starts minutes after the final VOY episode. What happens next?

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65:22

what was jim shooter really like

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/08/28

we know the folk stories about Jim Shooter. SEcret Wars, The Black Spider-man costume, tough editor, writing Superboy/Legion Of Superherpes stores at 14, but who was Jim Shooter, the man?at terrificon's shooter tribute panel we assembled friends of Jim, to go beyond the legends to get some insight from the guys who worked with Shooter , and hung out with him socially Alex Saviuk (Spider-Man) Al Milrom (Marvel Fanfare) Brett Breeding (Superman) and Walter Simonson (Thor)

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79:30

Paul Cornell Builds Worlds: From Commando to Nessie...

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/08/27

In this wide-ranging talk, writer Paul Cornell dives into his latest projects and big-picture views on the worlds of comics and science fiction. We begin with his cheeky mystery Who Murdered Nessie?, then turn to his hard-hitting historical tale for Commando, exploring how he blends genre with grounded war storytelling. Cornell also reveals details of his bold new comic book company Cosmic Lighthouse-in partnership with Comixology, where he’s recruiting acclaimed science fiction authors to create

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116:14

tv talk with the trek watch guys

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/08/26

strange new worlds peacemaker alien earth, the super hero box office results and more

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56:49

Fantastic Four Legends & Today: A Creator Roundtable

Word Balloon Comics Podcast ·

2025/08/25

At Terrificon, I moderated an unforgettable panel with four generations of Fantastic Four voices — Humberto Ramos, Walter Simonson, Steve Englehart, Chris Claremont, and C.B. Cebulski.Humberto Ramos, now illustrating Marvel’s current Fantastic Four with writer Ryan North, shared how he’s balancing the Kirby legacy with his energetic, modern style. He spoke about designing new adventures while keeping the Richards family’s emotional core intact.Walter Simonson reflected on his late ’80s run, when he

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