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Episode 1673 - Thought Bubble Festival: Si Spurrier! 11/21/2025

Episode 1673 - Thought Bubble Festival: Si Spurrier! While on holiday in the UK, Jimmy also attended the Thought Bubble Festival comic convention. He got 19 interviews total. In this episode, you’ll hear his talk with Si Spurrier. They chat about his run on THE FLASH, his “sweaty swamp thriller” THE VOICE SAID KILL, upcoming projects from Vertigo/DC/DSTLRY/Ignition Press and more. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all the amazing interviews! Thanks to everyone for taking the time and to the powers that be at TBubs (that’s what us cool kids call it) for putting on another great convention! /episode/index/show/cni/id/39121270

Episode 1672 - Thought Bubble Festival: Philippa Rice! 11/19/2025

Episode 1672 - Thought Bubble Festival: Philippa Rice! While on holiday in the UK, Jimmy also attended the Thought Bubble Festival comic convention. He got 19 interviews total. In this episode, you’ll hear his talk with Phillipa Rice. They chat about her new prose novel Reignclowd Palace, online autobio comics, crochet, animation, creating art w/ her kids and more. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all the amazing interviews! Thanks to everyone for taking the time and to the powers that be at TBubs (that’s what us cool kids call it) for putting on another great convention! /episode/index/show/cni/id/39092875

Episode 1671 - Thought Bubble Festival: Recap! Interview w/ Rachael Smith! 11/19/2025

Episode 1671 - Thought Bubble Festival: Recap! Interview w/ Rachael Smith! While on holiday in the UK, Jimmy also attended the Thought Bubble Festival comic convention. He got 19 interviews total and gives his recap of the whole show. Before arriving there, he visited his friend Rachael Smith in Manchester to have a lovely dinner and chat. They talked about her successful Kickstarter for Nap Comix, Who Killed Nessie?, autobio comics, being a new mum, cryptids and more. Always great to hang w/ Rachael! Come back over the next few weeks to hear all the amazing interviews! Thanks to everyone for taking the time and to the powers that be at TBubs (that’s what us cool kids call it) for putting on another great convention! #ComicNewsInsider /episode/index/show/cni/id/39092750

Episode 1670 - K-Pop Demon Hunters: HUNTR/X Don't Miss w/ Ejae/Rei Ami/Audrey Nuna! 11/15/2025

Episode 1670 - K-Pop Demon Hunters: HUNTR/X Don't Miss w/ Ejae/Rei Ami/Audrey Nuna! In a collaboration with Heidi MacDonald’s The Beat & K-Comics Beat, Jimmy had the opportunity to interview the singing voices of HUNTR/X from the smash hit film KPOP DEMON HUNTERS. He had a brief 5 minute chat w/ Ejae (Rumi), Rei Ami (Zoey) and Audrey Nuna (Mira) about their Grammy nominations, hopes for the sequel, how music heals & more. Thank you to Heidi, their publicist Paul and to the amazing women themselves for this interview. /episode/index/show/cni/id/39043555

Episode 1669 - Thought Bubble: Interview w/ SelfMadeHero's Emma Hayley/Thought Bubble Festival Reviews! 11/11/2025

Episode 1669 - Thought Bubble: Interview w/ SelfMadeHero's Emma Hayley/Thought Bubble Festival Reviews! Reviews: Who Killed Nessie?, The Corus Wave, The Witch's Egg, Acid Box, The Voice Said Kill, Ah Rats, Secretly A Pigeon: A Seed-Sowing RPG, My Dad Fights Demons, The Compleat Angler: A Graphic Adaptation, Rick and Morty: Ricklemania. Jimmy records this from London and gives a preview of some of this weekend's Thought Bubble Festival interviews in his reviews. He also has lunch with his friend Emma Hayley, SelfMadeHero publisher, and they chat about what/whom SMH is bringing to the show. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38989765

Episode 1668 - Top 3x4-1! 11/05/2025

Episode 1668 - Top 3x4-1! Jimmy is way behind on recommending you all some awesome stuff to check out since there's been no Top 3 segment for awhile. He goes a little overboard and gives 11 suggestions! Comics, TV, streaming & film choices. Got anything you'd like to us to seek out? Let us know! www.comicnewsinsider.com /episode/index/show/cni/id/38919055

Episode 1667 - More TV/Streaming Reviews! 11/05/2025

Episode 1667 - More TV/Streaming Reviews! Reviews: Alice in Borderland s3, Alien: Earth s1, Gen V s2, Hazbin Hotel s2 premiere, Marvel Zombies s1, Star Wars: Visions s3, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon s3, Twisted Wonderland: The Animation premiere Jimmy does some catch-up reviews of TV and streaming as he’s been a bit behind due to all the NYCC coverage. Have you seen any? Let us know your thoughts! www.comicnewsinsider.com /episode/index/show/cni/id/38918945

Episode 1665 - NYCC: Kazimir Lee! 10/15/2025

Episode 1665 - NYCC: Kazimir Lee! Producer Joe was also at NYCC 2025 and had a chance to pick up a few interviews. In this episode Joe sat down with Kazimir Lee to hear about their debut graphic novel with Top Shelf Publishing, Low Orbit. www.comicnewsinsider.com /episode/index/show/cni/id/38596510

Episode 1663 - NYCC: Jon Allen & Patch Notes Apparel 10/15/2025

Episode 1663 - NYCC: Jon Allen & Patch Notes Apparel 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 back over the next few weeks to hear all of the great interviews Jimmy and Producer Joe got at NYCC! www.comicnewsinsider.com /episode/index/show/cni/id/38596320

Episode 1666 - NYCC: The Copenhagen Test w/ Simu Liu/Thomas Brandon (co-showrunner)/Jennifer Yale (co-showrunner)! 10/14/2025

Episode 1666 - NYCC: The Copenhagen Test w/ Simu Liu/Thomas Brandon (co-showrunner)/Jennifer Yale (co-showrunner)! At New York Comic Con, Jimmy attended the press room for the upcoming Peacock spy thriller THE COPENHAGEN ROOM. Initially, he and the 3 other press folks were chatting with creator/co-showrunner Thomas Brandon and co-showrunner Jennifer Yale. They talked what the show will entail, how it came together, is anyone in the show trustworthy, the intricacies of a spy thriller and more. Then at the end, star and producer Simu Liu joined in to chat briefly about Asian representation and the importance of being seen. An unexpected thrill! Jimmy saw the first 4 episodes and loves it and thinks you will too. Look out for this show when it premieres December 27th. That’s a wrap on NYCC coverage! Go back to hear all of the great interviews Jimmy and Producer Joe got at NYCC over the past few weeks! www.comicnewsinsider.com /episode/index/show/cni/id/38575395

Episode 1664 - NYCC: David Wondrich! 10/14/2025

Episode 1664 - NYCC: David Wondrich! At New York Comic Con, Jimmy talked to cocktail/bar historian, drinks columnist and former English professor David Wondrich about writing his first graphic novel THE COMIC BOOK HISTORY OF THE COCKTAIL. They discussed his other books, teaching, the origin of the word “cocktail”, famous bartenders, where many cocktails started, modern bartending, less is more in a cocktail, favorite drinks and more. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of the great interviews Jimmy and Producer Joe got at NYCC! www.comicnewsinsider.com /episode/index/show/cni/id/38575350

Episode 1662 - NYCC: Colleen AF Venable! 10/14/2025

Episode 1662 - NYCC: Colleen AF Venable! 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 results from the force of her actions. Catching up with Colleen is always a delight! Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of the great interviews Jimmy and Producer Joe got at NYCC! www.comicnewsinsider.com /episode/index/show/cni/id/38575325

Episode 1661 - NYCC: Jeremy Haun! 10/14/2025

Episode 1661 - NYCC: Jeremy Haun! 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.comicnewsinsider.com /episode/index/show/cni/id/38575310

Episode 1660 - NYCC: Rob Liefeld! 10/14/2025

Episode 1660 - NYCC: Rob Liefeld! 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 for the comics industry is the best and he shows it in this lovely and lively chat! Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of the great interviews Jimmy and Producer Joe got at NYCC! www.comicnewsinsider.com /episode/index/show/cni/id/38575185

Episode 1659 - NYCC: Recap! Interview w/ Inaki & Roy Miranda! 10/14/2025

Episode 1659 - NYCC: Recap! Interview w/ Inaki & Roy Miranda! 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 he talked to star/producer Simi Liu, creator co-showrunner Thomas Brandon and co-showrunner Jennifer Yale. Producder Joe interviewed Jon Allen, Kazimir Lee and Derrick & Phillip Rohlfing of Patch Notes Apparel. Jimmy gives his possibly too lengthy recap of the whole show waxing on about attendance, design, cartoonists, exhibitors, cosplay, food, new changes, suggested improvements and more. In this episode, you’ll hear his interview with the Miranda Brothers about their new book ARCADIA w/ Ignition Press, other comic work, Inaki’s stunning art, Roy’s rap career, etc. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of the great interviews they got at NYCC! /episode/index/show/cni/id/38575040

Episode 1658 - NYCC Prep w/ Chris D'Lando! 10/06/2025

Episode 1658 - NYCC Prep w/ Chris D'Lando! 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, etc. If you see them running around, make sure you say hi! /episode/index/show/cni/id/38478335

Episode 1657 - SPX: Deb JJ Lee! 09/15/2025

Episode 1657 - SPX: Deb JJ Lee! 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 some recent work including DEATH FIDDLES AND WE DANCE, THE OTHER SIDE OF TOMORROW, having a mural up in NYC and more. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38220095

Episode 1656 - SPX: Briana Loewinsohn! 09/15/2025

Episode 1656 - SPX: Briana Loewinsohn! 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 GHOSTS, using all the notes/diary entries she kept since school days in the book, wanting to be seen and more. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38220055

Episode 1655 - SPX: Jonathan Baylis! 09/15/2025

Episode 1655 - SPX: Jonathan Baylis! 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 talk about his comic series So Buttons including the recent Eisner nominated issue #14, how he finds artists, telling personal stories so well and more. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38220015

Episode 1654 - SPX: Juniper Kim! 09/15/2025

Episode 1654 - SPX: Juniper Kim! 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 scholarship that took her to South Korea for 10 months last year, the art book she made from her drawings/notes, Korean traditions and more. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38219965

Episode 1652 - Interrupting SPX w/ Reviews! 09/15/2025

Episode 1652 - Interrupting SPX w/ Reviews! 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 to the SPX convention, Jimmy is a bit behind in reviews so decides to cover some comic books, TV & streaming. ATTENTION: Our current host, Typepad, is shutting down and has given subscribers until September 30th. So we are moving to Squarespace. Producer Joe is working hard on it and the sleek and streamlined site will be ready before the deadline. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38219930

Episode 1653 - SPX: Natalie Norris! 09/15/2025

Episode 1653 - SPX: Natalie Norris! 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 discusses a few of her mini-comics, the status of Dear Mini 2, finding happiness while still suffering from trauma and more. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38219910

Episode 1651 - SPX: Kit Anderson/Stepanka Jislova! 09/15/2025

Episode 1651 - SPX: Kit Anderson/Stepanka Jislova! 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 Jislova. Kit talks about her new book SECOND SHIFT, fave sci-fi, the dangers of AI & more. Stepanka discusses her book HEARTCORE, figuring out ways to not repeat mistakes in relationships, graphic medicine, etc. ATTENTION: Our current host, Typepad, is shutting down and has given subscribers until September 30th. So we are moving to Squarespace. Producer Joe is working hard on it and the sleek and streamlined site will be ready before the deadline. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38219855

Episode 1650 - SPX: Nicole Goux! 09/15/2025

Episode 1650 - SPX: Nicole Goux! 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 graphic novel THIS PLACE KILLS ME, working with Mariko Tamaki, art technique & more. ATTENTION: Our current host, Typepad, is shutting down and has given subscribers until September 30th. So we are moving to Squarespace. Producer Joe is working hard on it and the sleek and streamlined site will be ready before the deadline. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38219825

Episode 1649 - SPX: Maria & Peter Hoey! 09/15/2025

Episode 1649 - SPX: Maria & Peter Hoey! 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 cartoonists Maria & Peter Hoey. They talk about their latest and 10th edition of their Coin-Op series called Wet Cement. It currently smashed their Kickstarter goal on its first day so go jump at supporting them to secure your copy. They also chat about music, the significance of 2 of their original characters, how they work together and more. ATTENTION: Our current host, Typepad, is shutting down and has given subscribers until September 30th. So we are moving to Squarespace. Producer Joe is working hard on it and the sleek and streamlined site will be ready before the deadline. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38219685

Episode 1648 - SPX Recap! Interview w/ Ngozi Ukazu! 09/15/2025

Episode 1648 - SPX Recap! Interview w/ Ngozi Ukazu! 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, Briana Loewinsohn, Natalie Norris, Kit Anderson and Juniper Kim. In this episode, you'll hear his delightful talk with Ngozi Ukazu about her new book FLIP, love of Blue Beetle, stand-up comedy & more! Jimmy also gives his overall recap of the convention with regards to organization, attendance, exhibitors, etc. ATTENTION: Our current host, Typepad, is shutting down and has given subscribers until September 30th. So we are moving to Squarespace. Producer Joe is working hard on it and the sleek and streamlined site will be ready before the deadline. /episode/index/show/cni/id/38219645

Episode 1647 - Going SPXing! 09/08/2025

Episode 1647 - Going SPXing! 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 current host, Typepad, is shutting down and has given subscribers 30 days. So we are moving to Squarespace. More details in the episode. As always, thanks for listening! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening! /episode/index/show/cni/id/38126120

Episode 1646 - Anime NYC Recap! 09/02/2025

Episode 1646 - Anime NYC Recap! 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 to find out! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening! /episode/index/show/cni/id/38056780

Episode 1639 - Flame Con Recap! Interview w/ JP Karliak! 08/18/2025

Episode 1639 - Flame Con Recap! Interview w/ JP Karliak! 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 Karliak. They talk about his work in the recent SMURFS, film, voicing Morph in X-MEN '97, Wile E. Coyote, Boss Baby, Queer Vox, why Skeletor is his white whale and more. We will continue our massive San Diego Comic Con coverage next episode! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening! /episode/index/show/cni/id/37863760

Episode 1645 - SDCC: Hazbin Hotel/Helluva Boss w/ Vivienne Medrano/Erika Henningsen/Brandon Rogers/Richard Horvitz/Amir Talai! 08/14/2025

Episode 1645 - SDCC: Hazbin Hotel/Helluva Boss w/ Vivienne Medrano/Erika Henningsen/Brandon Rogers/Richard Horvitz/Amir Talai! 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. Erika and Amir talk about their roles on Hazbin Hotel and the musicality of it all. Brandon and Richard chat about their roles on Helluva Boss and what to expect with the move to Prime Video. That is it for our SDCC coverage! Please go back and check out the massive amount of interviews that Jimmy did there. And as always, we'll see you there next year! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening! /episode/index/show/cni/id/37813060

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