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Episode 300- “Walt Simonson!”

Jacked Kirby

Release Date: 08/28/2025

Episode 308- “Vandoom's Monster!” show art Episode 308- “Vandoom's Monster!”

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Hot on the heels of Guillermo Del Toro’s latest release, ‘Frankenstein’, Mike D. & Tommy break down a similar man-made creature story “Vandoom, The Man Who Made A Creature!”, from Marvel Comics’ Tales To Astonish issue 17 (October 1960)! Nothing beats a Kirby monster!   For Jacked Kirby everywhere, including links to listen to the podcast on a multitude of platforms, our social media pages, and a link to buy a nifty t-shirt, visit our FlowPage:   If you like the show, please share the show! Follow us on Instagram and hit that like button, share posts, tag...

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Episode 307- “Rand Hoppe Returns!” show art Episode 307- “Rand Hoppe Returns!”

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It’s been awhile since he’s been on, but our friend RAND HOPPE of the Jack Kirby Museum and Research Center has returned to the program! We’re gonna talk about the Museum’s upcoming NYC pop-up event (“Jack Kirby: From the Ghetto To The Cosmos” running at One Art Space from Nov. 28th till Dec. 7th… featuring a live Jacked Kirby recording at the event on 11/29), the upcoming Kirby documentary, preserving history, and more! Rand is a great guy and a trove of Kirby information, and it’s always a pleasure to have him on!   You can find Rand on Instagram: @rand.hoppe And the...

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Episode 306- “Transmissions!” show art Episode 306- “Transmissions!”

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After our busy October, we’re taking a little breather from a subject, to discuss what we have going on this month. Plus, what would Jack Kirby think of some current events?! Also, comics!   For Jacked Kirby everywhere, including links to listen to the podcast on a multitude of platforms, our social media pages, and a link to buy a cool t-shirt, visit our FlowPage:   If you like the show, please share the show! Follow us on Instagram and share posts, tag friends, spread the word! Thanks! 

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Episode 305- “Angel Of Death!” with The Geekz show art Episode 305- “Angel Of Death!” with The Geekz

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Back for their annual JackTober visit, our friends Alil Kunica and Steve Carleton (co-hosts of The Geekz Podcast- check ‘em out on YouTube!) join us to discuss the story “The Angel Of Death” from Black Magic issue 15 (Prize Comics, August 1952). Not the best story, but we always have a great time with The Geekz!!! You can find Alil and Steve on Instagram: @geekzcollectables_alil @stevecarletonart And you can find The Geekz Podcast wherever fine pop-culture-themed podcasts are available, specifically their YouTube channel where they broadcast LIVE twice a week!  For all things...

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Episode 304- “Dracula!” with Kelley Jones & Matt Wagner show art Episode 304- “Dracula!” with Kelley Jones & Matt Wagner

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We’re keeping our month of spooky stuff going with two comic book titans… one returning and one joining us for the first time! KELLEY JONES & MATT WAGNER are here this week to talk the allure and legacy of Dracula, and how’ve they've tackled that legendary tale with their DRACULA graphic novel series… the third of which is currently available to back on Kickstarter! Go check it out now… you’ll be glad you did…     We had a great time talking with these guys, and YOU’LL have a great time listening!    For the fellas on Instagram: @kelleyjones1art...

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Episode 303- “The Mummy’s Secret!” with Dean Haspiel show art Episode 303- “The Mummy’s Secret!” with Dean Haspiel

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Episode 303- “The Mummy’s Secret!” with Dean Haspiel    Our buddy Dino returns to the show as we unwrap a mummy yarn from Tales To Astonish issue 31, “When The Mummy Walks” (Feb. 1962). Dino also tells us about his latest Kickstarter, featuring a mash-up of his crazy creations, ANTIMATTER! Plus; mummy movies!  It’s always a fun time when we have award-winning comix creator Mr. Haspiel on the show!    You can find Dino on Instagram: @deanhaspiel_art  And the Kickstarter link:   For all things Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage: Please rate and...

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Episode 302- “With Piggy D.!” show art Episode 302- “With Piggy D.!”

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The JackTober train is creepin’ along, and this week we’re joined by horror fan and rock star extraordinaire PIGGY D.! From playing bass with such acts as Marilyn Manson & Rob Zombie, to a successful solo career, toy creating/designing, video & visual artisting, and being all-around horror fan, Piggy now finds himself in the Hell-like depths of the Jacked Kirby Podcast getting super nostalgic! We had some fun, so bust out your Oktoberfest beers and have a listen!   You can find Piggy on Instagram at @piggydofficial and you can check out his endeavors on his LinkTree! ...

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Episode 301- Horoscope Horrors! show art Episode 301- Horoscope Horrors!

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Tommy & Mike D. are BACK from their post-300th episode haitus to bring in our annual month of spooky-themed Jack Kirby works, JACKTOBER! We’re starting off with Jack’s story “Horoscope Phenomenon (or Witch Queen of Ancient Sumeria?)” from DC Comics’ Weird Mystery Tales issue 1 (1972). Join us for some bizarre fun!    And you can find the links to follow the Jacked Kirby social media pages AND links to listen to our show HERE:   If you like the show, share the show! Rate and review us where you can, share posts, tag friends, hit that like button, go buy a t-shirt,...

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Episode 300- “Walt Simonson!” show art Episode 300- “Walt Simonson!”

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We’re here! 300 episodes! And for the big three-oh-oh, we finally talk to one of our dream guests, the living legend of the comic book industry (and a helluva swell guy to boot), WALT SIMONSON!   There is anything more to say? Enjoy!!!   You can follow Walt on Instagram:  @walter.simonson.5   And you can find the links to follow our pages and listen to our show HERE:   New IG posts every day celebrating the King Of Comics! We’re taking a break from recording and we’ll be back in October with our month of spooky-themed shows (aka JackedTober)! Catch up in some...

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Episode 299- “Dreaming The Impossible!” show art Episode 299- “Dreaming The Impossible!”

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Mário Freitas and Lucas Pereira, the creators of the new Jack Kirby “fantasy” tribute comic ‘The Man Who Dreamt The Impossible’ (Image Comics), join us internationally this week as the comic hits the stands! We’ll discuss the book, its genesis and inspiration, and its goal!      You can get the book wherever fine comics are sold, so ask your local funnybookseller NOW! And you can follow the guys on Instagram here: @mario.breathes.comics @lucaspereiraart   For Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage:

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We’re here! 300 episodes! And for the big three-oh-oh, we finally talk to one of our dream guests, the living legend of the comic book industry (and a helluva swell guy to boot), WALT SIMONSON!
 
There is anything more to say?
Enjoy!!!
 
You can follow Walt on Instagram: 
@walter.simonson.5
 
And you can find the links to follow our pages and listen to our show HERE:
 
New IG posts every day celebrating the King Of Comics! We’re taking a break from recording and we’ll be back in October with our month of spooky-themed shows (aka JackedTober)! Catch up in some old shows, share posts, tag friends, go buy a t-shirt, and please keep supporting our labor of love. Thank you!!!