Best Vaughan Allen Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 1663 - NYCC: Jon Allen & Patch Notes Apparel 28:57

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Producer Joe was also at NYCC 2025 and had a chance to pick up a few interviews. In this episode you'll hear his interview with Jon Allen discussing his new release from Top Shelf publishing, The Well. Also, Joe talks with Derrick Rohlfing, who started a new line of RPG inspired clothing with his brother Phillip called Patch Notes Apparel. Come bac…

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Episode 1662 - NYCC: Colleen AF Venable! 45:12

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At New York Comic Con, Jimmy talked to friend Colleen AF Venable in a wild off the rails conversation about her work on JUNIE B. JONES, KATIE THE CATSITTER, adapting work, babysitting, why she is most like Junie B., church, being a bratty kid and more. And trust me, you must hear the story of her youth when she high-fived a Jesus statue and the res…

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Episode 1661 - NYCC: Jeremy Haun! 20:54

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At New York Comic Con, Jimmy talked to Jeremy Haun about his role at Ignition Press, his comics with them MURDER PODCAST and THE BEAUTY, the TV show, his youtube podcast, making cocktails, writing vs drawing, fave horror films and more. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of the great interviews Jimmy and Producer Joe got at NYCC! www.com…

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Episode 1660 - NYCC: Rob Liefeld! 35:44

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At New York Comic Con, Jimmy had a chance to sit down with legendary comic creator Rob Liefeld. They talked about YOUNGBLOOD coming back, livestreaming, his podcast ROBSERVATIONS, founding Image, his famous Levi’s commercial, proposing to his wife in comic book form, Deadpool, favorite comics, Alan Moore and so much more. Rob’s enthusiasm and love …

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Episode 1659 - NYCC: Recap! Interview w/ Inaki & Roy Miranda! 45:00

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Jimmy and Producer Joe went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) and got tons of coverage for your listening pleasure. 8 interviews total and 1 press room. Jimmy chatted with Jeremy Haun, Rob Liefeld, Inaki & Roy Miranda, Colleen AF Venable and David Wondrich. He also did the press room for the upcoming Peacock spy thriller series THE COPENHAGEN TEST where…

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Episode 1658 - NYCC Prep w/ Chris D'Lando! 1:12:27

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Jimmy and Producer Joe welcome ReedPop Event Manager Chris D’Lando to talk about this week’s New York Comic Con! He tells them about fun new changes, keeping comics a centerpiece, favorite celebs he’s met, advice for con attendees and more. Jimmy and Joe also talk about what they want to check out, tease some planned interviews, hidden eating spots…

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Episode 1657 - SPX: Deb JJ Lee! 30:25

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Jimmy went to Small Press Expo (SPX) the weekend of September 13th/14th in Bethesda, MD. He got 10 interviews overall with Ngozi Ukazu, Nicole Goux, Maria & Peter Hoey, Jonathan Baylis, Deb JJ Lee, Stepanka Jislova, Briana Loewinsohn, Natalie Norris, Kit Anderson and Juniper Kim. In this final SPX episode, Jimmy sits down with Deb JJ Lee to discuss…

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Episode 1656 - SPX: Briana Loewinsohn! 35:00

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Jimmy went to Small Press Expo (SPX) the weekend of September 13th/14th in Bethesda, MD. He got 10 interviews overall with Ngozi Ukazu, Nicole Goux, Maria & Peter Hoey, Jonathan Baylis, Deb JJ Lee, Stepanka Jislova, Briana Loewinsohn, Natalie Norris, Kit Anderson and Juniper Kim. In this episode, Briana Loewinsohn chats about her book RAISED BY GHO…

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Episode 1655 - SPX: Jonathan Baylis! 41:53

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Jimmy went to Small Press Expo (SPX) the weekend of September 13th/14th in Bethesda, MD. He got 10 interviews overall with Ngozi Ukazu, Nicole Goux, Maria & Peter Hoey, Jonathan Baylis, Deb JJ Lee, Stepanka Jislova, Briana Loewinsohn, Natalie Norris, Kit Anderson and Juniper Kim. In this episode, Jimmy is joined by his pal Jonathan Baylis. They tal…

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Episode 1654 - SPX: Juniper Kim! 39:42

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Jimmy went to Small Press Expo (SPX) the weekend of September 13th/14th in Bethesda, MD. He got 10 interviews overall with Ngozi Ukazu, Nicole Goux, Maria & Peter Hoey, Jonathan Baylis, Deb JJ Lee, Stepanka Jislova, Briana Loewinsohn, Natalie Norris, Kit Anderson and Juniper Kim. In this episode, Juniper Kim joins Jimmy to discuss her Fulbright sch…

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Episode 1652 - Interrupting SPX w/ Reviews! 31:40

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Reviews: Batman vol 4 #1, Good As Dead #1, Superman #28 & 29, Marvel/DC: Deadpool/Batman #1 (One Shot), Murder Podcast #1, Skinbreaker #1, Powers 25 #1, X-Men Of Apocalypse Alpha #1, Gen V s2, Haunted Hotel s1, Pokemon Concierge s1 pt2, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon s3, Wednesday s2 pt2 We interrupt this SPX coverage for some overdue reviews! Due t…

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Episode 1653 - SPX: Natalie Norris! 27:42

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Jimmy went to Small Press Expo (SPX) the weekend of September 13th/14th in Bethesda, MD. He got 10 interviews overall with Ngozi Ukazu, Nicole Goux, Maria & Peter Hoey, Jonathan Baylis, Deb JJ Lee, Stepanka Jislova, Briana Loewinsohn, Natalie Norris, Kit Anderson and Juniper Kim. In this episode, you'll hear him talk with Natalie Norris who discuss…

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Episode 1651 - SPX: Kit Anderson/Stepanka Jislova! 41:57

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Jimmy went to Small Press Expo (SPX) the weekend of September 13th/14th in Bethesda, MD. He got 10 interviews overall with Ngozi Ukazu, Nicole Goux, Maria & Peter Hoey, Jonathan Baylis, Deb JJ Lee, Stepanka Jislova, Briana Loewinsohn, Natalie Norris, Kit Anderson and Juniper Kim. In this episode, you'll hear his chats with Kit Anderson and Stepanka…

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Episode 1650 - SPX: Nicole Goux! 33:02

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Jimmy went to Small Press Expo (SPX) the weekend of September 13th/14th in Bethesda, MD. He got 10 interviews overall with Ngozi Ukazu, Nicole Goux, Maria & Peter Hoey, Jonathan Baylis, Deb JJ Lee, Stepanka Jislova, Briana Loewinsohn, Natalie Norris, Kit Anderson and Juniper Kim. In this episode, you'll hear him talk with Nicole Goux about her new …

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Episode 1649 - SPX: Maria & Peter Hoey! 28:54

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Jimmy went to Small Press Expo (SPX) the weekend of September 13th/14th in Bethesda, MD. He got 10 interviews overall with Ngozi Ukazu, Nicole Goux, Maria & Peter Hoey, Jonathan Baylis, Deb JJ Lee, Stepanka Jislova, Briana Loewinsohn, Natalie Norris, Kit Anderson and Juniper Kim. In this episode, you'll hear his super fun talk with sibling cartooni…

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Episode 1648 - SPX Recap! Interview w/ Ngozi Ukazu! 34:02

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Comic News Insider: Episode 1648 is now available for free download! Click on the link or follow on Spotify/subscribe on iTunes! Jimmy went to Small Press Expo (SPX) the weekend of September 13th/14th in Bethesda, MD. He got 10 interviews overall with Ngozi Ukazu, Nicole Goux, Maria & Peter Hoey, Jonathan Baylis, Deb JJ Lee, Stepanka Jislova, Brian…

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Episode 1647 - Going SPXing! 22:58

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Jimmy is off to Small Press Expo (SPX) this weekend in Bethesda, MD. As usual, he has several interviews lined up and will tell you all about them! In an extended Top 3, he also does some mini-reviews of many graphic novels/comics/zines he read to prep for those interviews. Jimmy also gives a brief bit about the current CNI website woes. Our curren…

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Episode 1646 - Anime NYC Recap! 33:09

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Reviews: Peacemaker s2, Twisted Metal s2 finale, Fixed, Red Sonja All the San Diego Comic Con coverage is done! In this episode, you'll hear Jimmy's recap of the awesome Anime NYC show held at the Javits Center over a week ago. How has it continued to grow? What was the crowd like? Does it really have the best food options inside the con? Tune in t…

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Episode 1639 - Flame Con Recap! Interview w/ JP Karliak! 56:17

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Reviews: Kevin Smith Presents: Archie Meets Jay and Silent Bob, Alien: Earth, Revival s1 finale It's Flame Con time again! Jimmy attended the annual LGBTQ+ comic show over the weekend and gives his recap on it all from the exhibitors, crowd, spacing, panels, guests, organization and more. He also interviews voice over actor extraordinaire JP Karlia…

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Episode 1645 - SDCC: Hazbin Hotel/Helluva Boss w/ Vivienne Medrano/Erika Henningsen/Brandon Rogers/Richard Horvitz/Amir Talai! 39:00

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this final episode from SDCC, you'll hear from some of the cast/creatives behind HAZBIN HOTEL & HELLUVA BOSS. Creator/showrunner Vivienne Medrano shares her thoughts on the upcoming seasons, how they got picked up and if she'd like to see them as live musicals. Er…

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Episode 1644 - SDCC: The Cosplay Crew! 42:25

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear some of Jimmy's cosplay friends. Marta, Steph, Courtney, Heidi and Mary hung with Jimmy on the last night of Comic Con to give their overall thoughts of the show. Attendance, panels, activation sites, exhibitors, celebrities, hotels and o…

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Episode 1643 - SDCC: Rita Vandergaw (Comic-Con Museum Exec. Director)! 20:27

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear from Comic-Con Museum Executive Director Rita Vandergaw. Rita talks about the goals of the museum, exhibitions, favorite movies and more. Only a couple of more SDCC interview specials including the press room he did for TV shows HAZBIN HO…

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Episode 1642 - SDCC: Henry Barajas/Adam Rose! 30:31

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear from filmmaker Ashley Maria. Ashley talks about her short films, anxiety, musicals and more. Over the next week, you'll hear Jimmy's talk with Rita Vandergaw. You'll also hear the press room he did for TV shows HAZBIN HOTEL & HELLUVA BOSS…

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Episode 1641 - SDCC: Ashley Maria! 20:20

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear from filmmaker Ashley Maria. Ashley talks about her short films, anxiety, musicals and more. Over the next few weeks, you'll hear Jimmy's talks with Ashley Maria, Henry Barajas and Rita Vandergaw. You'll also hear the press room he did fo…

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Episode 1640 - SDCC: Filip Sablik! 27:37

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear from his friend Filip Sablik. Filip talks about his new publishing venture Ignition Press, what creators and titles they have coming, unique collecting initiatives and more. Over the next few weeks, you'll hear Jimmy's talks with Ashley M…

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Episode 1638 - SDCC: Dave Dwonch! 32:25

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear from his good friend and fellow Filipino Dave Dwonch. They talk THE LOOSE END, THE AUTOMATON, favorite whiskeys, Filipino food and more. Over the next few weeks, you'll hear Jimmy's talks with Filip Sablik, Ashley Maria, Henry Barajas and…

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Episode 1637 - SDCC: John Layman! 28:42

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear from good pal John Layman. They talk TITANS, SCORCHED, CHEW, K-POP DEMON HUNTERS, fave K-pop bands and more. Over the next few weeks, you'll hear Jimmy's talks with Dave Dwonch, Filip Sablik, Ashley Maria, Henry Barajas and Rita Vandergaw…

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Episode 1636 - SDCC Disruption! 28:14

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Reviews: Eyes of Wakanda, Resident Alien series finale, South Park, Twisted Metal, Wednesday, Wylde Pak, The Bad Guys 2, The Fantastic Four: First Steps, Smurfs We interrupt the San Diego Comic Con coverage to bring some reviews of TV and film. Did you watch any of these? What did you think? Let us know! If you haven't checked out the SDCC intervie…

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Episode 1635 - SDCC: David F. Walker/Marcus Kwame Anderson! 32:09

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear from David F. Walker and Marcus Kwame Anderson, the creative team behind BIG JIM AND THE WHITE BOY: AN AMERICAN CLASSIC REIMAGINED. They discuss the reason why they decided to change the story, the historical importance of it, giving new …

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Episode 1634 - SDCC: AJ LoCascio/Hannah Rose May! 32:46

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear from voice actor/writer AJ LoCascio and writer/actress Hannah Rose May. AJ talks about his first children's book SPOOPS: THE LITTLE SPIRITS OF HALLOWEEN and how he came up with the little characters. We also delve into his voice over care…

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Episode 1633 - SDCC: Dr. Andrea Letamendi! 1:03:58

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear from psychologist Dr. Andrea Letamendi. Jimmy has his annual therapy session, uh, interview with Drea. They talk about her nerdy podcast, Batman, Star Wars, sci-fi and more. Jimmy also relates some personal struggles and Drea gives great …

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Episode 1632 - SDCC: Revival w/ Melanie Scrofano/Romy Weltman/David James Elliott/Andy McQueen! 26:03

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, you'll hear from some of the cast of SyFy's new show REVIVAL! Melanie Scrofano, Romy Weltman, David James Elliot and Andy McQueen talk about what's happening in the first season, how close to the comic book series it is, how powerful the "revivers" a…

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Episode 1631 - SDCC: Chris Sheridan! 20:42

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! In this episode, he chatted with friend Chris Sheridan, showrunner for RESIDENT ALIEN! They talked about what's happening in season 4, the journeys the characters take, cancellation and more. Over the next few weeks, you'll hear his talks with Dr. Andrea Letamendi, D…

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Episode 1630 - SDCC: George Takei! Convention Recap! 54:43

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Jimmy survived another San Diego Comic Con! 14 interviews and 2 press rooms. Phew! Jimmy gives his overall recap of the convention from attendance to cosplay to highlights and more. In this episode, he had the privilege to again sit down with legendary George Takei! They talked about his new graphic novel IT RHYMES WITH TAKEI. An amazing tale of Ge…

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Episode 1629 - SDCC Bound! 22:17

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Jimmy is off to San Diego Comic Con and gives you a preview of what his planned coverage is going to be. Lots of interviews and a few press rooms for sure. He also has some new comic recommendations for you as well. And as a bonus, he'll be interviewing some of the people at SDCC involved in the comics he mentions! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks fo…

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Episode 1628 - More Recs to Check! 29:49

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Jimmy does another catch-up on things he's read and watched recently that he has enjoyed. From comics to TV to music and more. Did you check any of these out? If not, DO IT! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

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Episode 1627 - Superman News Insider! 33:23

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Since the new SUPERMAN film was highly anticipated by all, Jimmy decided to do a quick special about it. Sort of waxing on in an off the cuff more stream of conscious way. Maybe he should have taken notes because he rambled on solo for about 20(ish) minutes. Yes, THERE WILL BE SPOILERS throughout. Did the movie live up to the hype? Did too many cha…

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Episode 1626 - A Conversation w/ Jeff Lemire & Paul Pope! 1:21:01

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Comic News Insider: Episode 1626 is now available for free download! Click on the link or follow on Spotify/subscribe on iTunes! Producer Joe had a great idea of bringing together legendary cartoonists Jeff Lemire and Paul Pope for a fun conversation. In Jeff's new memoir, 10,000 INK STAINS, he talks of how Pope was an inspiration. Jimmy and Joe he…

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Episode 1622 - Interrupting w/ Reviews! 43:43

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Reviews: Iron Heart s1, Lazarus s1, Nautilus s1 premiere, Squid Game s3, The Walking Dead: Dead City s2, Elio, How to Train Your Dragon, Jurassic World Rebirth, KPop Demon Hunters, The Old Guard 2, 28 Years Later We interrupt this Heroes Con coverage with a review catch up! Jimmy watches A LOT of shows & films and brings you his thoughts on it all.…

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Episode 1625 - Heroes Con: Sukesha Ray! 37:27

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Jimmy went down to Charlotte, NC for Heroes Con. One of the best comic conventions around! A great weekend of friends, interviews, auctions, food, drinks and fun. He got 11 interviews total! In this episode, you'll hear Sukesha Ray. Jimmy met Sukesha at Heroes and had a great talk about her cover work for DC, how she got into art, her singing caree…

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Episode 1624 - Heroes Con: Bobby Timony/Jay Kalagayan/Stephane Roux! 50:01

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Jimmy went down to Charlotte, NC for Heroes Con. One of the best comic conventions around! A great weekend of friends, interviews, auctions, food, drinks and fun. He got 11 interviews total! In this episode, you'll hear 3 interviews. Jimmy and pal Bobby Timony chat about his new work Misfit Island, working on Topps cards and dream projects. He also…

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Episode 1623 - Heroes Con: Monica Gallagher! 31:55

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Jimmy went down to Charlotte, NC for Heroes Con. One of the best comic conventions around! A great weekend of friends, interviews, auctions, food, drinks and fun. He got 11 interviews total! In this episode, you'll hear his talk with old pal Monica Gallagher. They talk her love of cryptids, more hot Ass Room, her new horror project The Matron and m…

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Episode 1621 - Heroes Con: Elliana Esquivel! 47:01

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Jimmy went down to Charlotte, NC for Heroes Con. One of the best comic conventions around! A great weekend of friends, interviews, auctions, food, drinks and fun. He got 11 interviews total! In this episode, you'll hear his talk with new artist Elliana Esquivel. A fellow Filipino, they talked about how The Philippines influenced her, the significan…

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Episode 1620 - Heroes Con: Bridgit Connell! 46:41

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Jimmy went down to Charlotte, NC for Heroes Con. One of the best comic conventions around! A great weekend of friends, interviews, auctions, food, drinks and fun. He got 11 interviews total! In this episode, you'll hear his talk with old pal Bridgit Connell. Besides talking her new LADY BALTIMORE series, they derail and talk about squirrels, Bourbo…

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Episode 1619 - Heroes Con: Jenna Cha! 58:40

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Jimmy went down to Charlotte, NC for Heroes Con. One of the best comic conventions around! A great weekend of friends, interviews, auctions, food, drinks and fun. He got 11 interviews total! In this episode, you'll hear his talk with soon to be superstar artist Jenna Cha. They talked about her horror comics including THE SICKNESS, drawing horror, t…

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Episode 1618 - Heroes Con: Daniel Govar! 35:09

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Jimmy went down to Charlotte, NC for Heroes Con. One of the best comic conventions around! A great weekend of friends, interviews, auctions, food, drinks and fun. He got 11 interviews total! In this episode, you'll hear his talk with good pal Daniel Govar. They talked about his massive amount of work that involves elephants, dragons and Star Wars! …

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Episode 1617 - Heroes Con: Kayla E! 49:27

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Jimmy went down to Charlotte, NC for Heroes Con. One of the best comic conventions around! A great weekend of friends, interviews, auctions, food, drinks and fun. He got 11 interviews total! In this episode, you'll hear his talk with the amazingly talented Kayla E. We talk her incredible debut graphic novel PRECIOUS RUBBISH, childhood trauma, art s…

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Episode 1616 - Heroes Con Recap w/ Bobby Timony! Interview w/ Laura Martin! 50:36

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Jimmy went down to Charlotte, NC for Heroes Con. One of the best comic conventions around! A great weekend of friends, interviews, auctions, food, drinks and fun. He got 11 interviews total w/ Laura Martin, Kayla E., Bobby Timony, Monica Gallagher, Bridgit Connell, Daniel Govar, Jenna Cha, Elliana Esquivel, Stephane Roux, Jay Kalagayan and Sukesha …

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Episode 1615 - Hellbound For Heroes Con! 33:20

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Reviews: Batman H2SH, Giant Size-Xmen #1, Revival series premiere, Lilo & Stitch, Lost in Starlight, Predator: Killer of Killers Jimmy is heading down to HEROES CON, one of his favorite conventions! He's got a load of interviews lined up as usual and can't wait to see friends, make new ones and have some delicious eats at Mert's! If you are doing t…

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Episode 1614 - Season Finales & a Premiere! 27:18

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Jimmy decides to catch up on some season finales and even a premiere! He got regular reviewer Melissa, new reviewer Kirstie and even Producer Joe to send in their thoughts on one show each. SPOILERS abound in our reviews so be warned. Some had very controversial seasons. Some were just outstanding. Some were even just a big pile of fun. What did we…