The Comic Source Podcast

34:13

Leonardo Da Vinci as an Action Hero (Leo Da Vinci...

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2026/04/20

Jace welcomes returning creaor Richard Ashley Hamilton to discuss Leo Da Vinci: Renaissance Kid, a graphic novel that reimagines a young Leonardo da Vinci as an adventurous and inventive kid while drawing from real historical elements of his life. The conversation covers the inspiration behind portraying Da Vinci as a mischievous and empathetic protagonist, the balance between factual history and fictional storytelling, and how the Renaissance setting mirrors modern-day experiences for younger

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31:15

Fireborn #1 Review — Do You Need Lost Fantasy First

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2026/04/19

Jace takes a look at Fireborn #1 from Image Comics, breaking down how the issue connects to the Lost Fantasy universe while evaluating how effectively it functions as a standalone story. With discussion of the creative work from Curt Pires, Franklin Jonas, Patrick Mulholland, Mark Dale and Micah Myers, the episode examines the structure of the oversized debut, the introduction of Aaron Hilberg and his connection to the dragon egg, and how the pacing benefits from the extended page count. The

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17:39

Nobody Is Talking About This Bad Idea Horror Book…...

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2026/04/17

Jace takes a look at The Hab #1 from Bad Idea, a high-concept horror story from Joshua Dysart, David Lapham, Bill Sienkiewicz and more, exploring a billionaire-built survival habitat meant to outlast the end of the world, only for things inside to begin to unravel as hallucinations, violence and deeper mysteries tied to the environment start to surface, with discussion of the layered themes, unsettling tone and standout visual storytelling that make this one of the more intriguing indie releases

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01:51:31

DC Spotlight April 15 2026 — Superman Unlimited #12,...

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2026/04/15

Jace and Rocky break down the DC releases for the week of April 15, 2026. Lobo #2 is discussed as a surprise standout with its corporate bounty hunter premise, meta humor, and unexpected fun factor, while Deathstroke the Terminator #2 follows Slade Wilson through an extremely violent and grief-driven search for whoever is manipulating him after Wintergreen's death. Superman Unlimited #12 centers on the return of a younger Jon Kent, the sacrifice being made by the older Jon Kent as Tomorrow Man, Lois

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46:00

Ghost Machine Is Building Something Big | Geiger #1...

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2026/04/13

Jace is joined by Cody to break down Geiger #1 from Geoff Johns and Gary Frank, exploring the debut title that launched the Ghost Machine publishing imprint. The discussion covers the post-apocalyptic setup of Tariq Geiger, the nuclear event that transforms him, and the introduction of key world-building elements including the Unnamed War, the Las Vegas factions, and the early hints of a shared universe. The episode also touches on how Geiger evolves from a seemingly self-contained story into a

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26:57

D'Orc Is It Worth The Hype

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2026/04/10

Jace takes a look at the first three issues of D'Orc from Image Comics, breaking down the story, humor, and overall execution to evaluate whether the book's rapid rise in the aftermarket is supported by the actual reading experience. With discussion of the creative work from Brett Bean, Jean-Francois Beaulieu, and Nate Piekos, the episode examines the structure of the first three issues, the use of familiar fantasy elements, and how the tone balances cartoon-style violence with comedic intent. The

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11:56

Web of Venom #1 Review – A Fun Idea… But a Bigger...

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2026/04/09

Jace reviews Web of Venom #1 from Marvel Comics. The issue introduces a new symbiote and a new host, with Boomerang playing a central role, while raising questions about the growing number of symbiote-related titles. The discussion covers what works in the issue, including the core concept and accessibility, as well as concerns about overexposure and whether the story adds meaningful value to the broader Venom mythos.

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02:09:47

DC Spotlight April 8, 2026 | Firestorm Returns, Green...

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2026/04/08

Jace and Rocky break down the DC releases for the week of April 8, 2026. Gotham City Sirens is discussed with its standout Babs Tarr art, strong variant covers, and battle with the villain Horoscope, while Bleeding Hearts #3 continues the story from Poke's perspective as the zombie's inability to communicate with the surviving mother and child adds to the tension. Firestorm #1 launches DC's Next Level take on the character with Ronnie Raymond apparently trapped, Firehawk brought in to investigate,

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31:42

Royals #1 Review | Image Comics | Derek Kirk Kim &...

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2026/04/06

Jace reviews Royals #1 from Image Comics, written by Derek Kirk Kim with art by Jacob Perez. The episode covers the introduction of brothers Castor and Paul, their psychic connection used to gain an advantage in televised poker tournaments, and the early setup involving a high-stakes game against casino owner Dasham Kang. The discussion also touches on the character dynamics between the brothers, the use of telepathic communication, the poker sequences that drive the issue's tension, and the

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51:03

Pornsak Pichetshote Talks Absolute Green Arrow and Day 2

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2026/04/04

Jace is joined by writer Pornsak Pichetshote to discuss his upcoming Absolute Green Arrow series, including the tone, themes and approach to the character within the Absolute Universe. The conversation also covers his Day 2 Substack project, focusing on navigating a career in comics after breaking into the industry, along with thoughts on current trends in comics, the success of the Absolute line and how creators balance their voice when working on established characters.

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01:30:14

DC Spotlight April 1, 2026 - Absolute Superman...

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2026/04/03

Jace of The Comic Source is joined by Rocky from Comic Boom! for this week's DC Spotlight as they break down a lighter but still varied week of DC releases. Batman/Superman: World's Finest #50 gets discussed for its Dr. Destiny dream story, Superman's dream Supermobile, and a backup featuring Robin, Supergirl, Batgirl and Jimmy Olsen in a rivalry-fueled mystery. Batman/Static Beyond #5 continues to build around older Static mentoring a younger Batman Beyond while Failsafe and the larger Q-energy

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19:25

Fans Rejected Daredevil's Last Run… Can Marvel Fix It?

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2026/04/01

Daredevil is getting a fresh start with a brand new #1 from Stephanie Phillips and Lee Garbett — but after the last run left a lot of fans frustrated, the real question is whether this reset actually fixes what wasn't working. In this review, Jace takes a look at Daredevil #1 and breaks down what works, what doesn't, and whether this new direction brings Matt Murdock back to the street-level hero fans have been missing. From stronger pacing and action to a compelling new villain in Omen, this issue

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01:47:25

DC Spotlight March 25, 2026 - Superman vs Spider-Man,...

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2026/03/25

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18:36

Is the Next King Possessed? | Exorcism at Buckingham...

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2026/03/23

Jace takes a look at the first issue of The Exorcism at Buckingham Palace from writer Hannah Rose May, artist Kelsey Ramsey, colorist Heather Breckel and letterer Joe Troutman, discussing how the series builds on the ideas introduced in The Exorcism at 1600 Penn while shifting tone toward a more character-focused and atmospheric approach. The episode covers the setup involving a tragedy at sea that leaves the British royal line in crisis, the introduction of Theo as the reluctant heir to the throne,

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40:42

From Disney Layoff to Kickstarter Success – Marcus...

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2026/03/20

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01:57:15

DC Spotlight March 18 2026: Jon Kent Returns… For...

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2026/03/18

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01:42:10

DC Spotlight March 11, 2026

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2026/03/11

Jace and Rocky break down a busy week of DC releases in DC Spotlight for the week of March 11, 2026, discussing nine titles in detail while also touching on the surge of speculation driving more fans into comic shops and sharing thoughts on the recently released Lanterns trailer and what it could mean for the future of DC television. The episode covers Bleeding Hearts #2 from the Vertigo imprint by Dennis Camp and Stipan Morian, which continues its unique zombie story told through shifting

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01:43:59

DC Spotlight March 4, 2026

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2026/03/05

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42:10

New History of The DC Universe: The Dakota Incident &...

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2026/03/03

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01:07:44

Chris Condon Spotlight 2026 - Brutal, Dark, Ultimate...

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2026/03/02

On this episode of The Comic Source, Jace welcomes returning writer Chris Condon for a conversation that begins with the launch of Brutal Dark for DC's revived Vertigo line, including how the project evolved from earlier iterations into its current form, the pulpy crime-noir and supernatural influences behind Ezra Cain's world, and the collaborative storytelling approach Condon shares with artist Jacob Phillips, plus a reminder to pre-order Brutal Dark #2 ahead of its March 25 release. The

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