Jacked Kirby

Join Jack Kirby fans Mike D & Tommy Lombardozzi as they invite weekly guests to discuss and explore the work and contributions of the comic book industry's greatest creator, with lots of laughs along the way! All hail the King of Comics!

Episode 313- “Some Alarming Tales!” 03/19/2026

Episode 313- “Some Alarming Tales!” This week, Tommy & Mike D. are joined by their very good friend and part-time mad scientist JOSEPH FLESCHE to discuss some Jack Kirby entries from Alarming Tales issue 2 (1957). Weird, wacky fun with some weird, wacky guys! You can find all things Jacked Kirby (including links to listen to the show, our social media pages, some t-shirts you can buy) on our FlowPage; if you like the show, share the show! Like posts, tag friends, share our stuff, and rate & review the show wherever you can! Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/40545845

Episode 312- “1st Of ‘26!” 03/05/2026

Episode 312- “1st Of ‘26!” We’re back from a lengthy hiatus! Where have we been? Where are we going?! Listen and find out! (We know you’ve missed us!) You can find us on Instagram at @jacked_kirby, or hit up our FlowPage for even MORE links to all of our stuff! If you like the show, share the show! Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/40331445

Episode 311- “With Mark Evanier!” 12/18/2025

Episode 311- “With Mark Evanier!” From Jack Kirby’s production assistant to well-respected and prolific writer, comic historian, TV scribe, and now a Jacked Kirby guest… we finally have MARK EVANIER on the show! It’s been a long time coming, so sit back and enjoy! Mark can be found on Instagram: @markevanier And you can follow his regularly-updated newsletter/column here; You can find links to listen to OUR show on several podcast platforms as well as links to follow our social media pages, AND a link to buy a Jacked Kirby tee, here: If you like the show, spread the word! Tag a friend, share a flyer, send a link! Also, rate and review us wherever you can rate and review us! Thanks! HAPPY XMAS!!! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/39457575

Episode 310- “Soul Love!” with Ho Che Anderson 12/11/2025

Episode 310- “Soul Love!” with Ho Che Anderson Our buddy HO CHE ANDERSON is back on the show, this time to discuss Jack Kirby’s ‘70s foray into black adult romantic fare, SOUL LOVE! Unreleased for a long time, it finally saw print in TwoMorrow’s Dingbat Love, and we’re gonna talk about it! It’s always a pleasure having Ho Che on, and always a good conversation. You can follow Ho Che on Instagram: @hocheanderson69 And buy some of his books on the Fantagraphics website, or Amazon, or wherever quality comics are sold! You can find links to listen to OUR show on several podcast platforms as well as links to follow our social media pages, AND a link to buy a Jacked Kirby tee, here: If you like the show, spread the word! Tag a friend, share a flyer, send a link! Also, rate and review us wherever you can rate and review us! Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/39374430

Episode 309- “Live From The Ghetto To The Cosmos!” 12/04/2025

Episode 309- “Live From The Ghetto To The Cosmos!” On Saturday, November 29th 2025, we recorded this LIVE podcast for The Jack Kirby Museum And Research Center’s latest NYC pop-up event! “Jack Kirby: From the Ghetto To The Cosmos”, with our friend, author, and advocate Roy Schwartz there to talk about his latest project to get the street of Kirby’s birthplace named name in the King’s honor! Plus, general Kirby love and respect. It was a great time, and the show will be running at One Art Space (23 Warren St. NY, NY) till December 7th! GO! But in the meantime, listen to this show! You can find Roy on Instagram at @realroyshwartz For more details and ticket info about the event, (@jackkirbymuseum on Instagram!) And of course you can find US on Instagram at @jacked_kirby, or hit up our link for even MORE links to all of our stuff! If you like the show, share the show! Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/39268105

Episode 308- “Vandoom's Monster!” 11/20/2025

Episode 308- “Vandoom's Monster!” 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 friends, spread the word! Thanks! SEE YOU ON 11/29 in NYC!!! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/39110345

Episode 307- “Rand Hoppe Returns!” 11/14/2025

Episode 307- “Rand Hoppe Returns!” 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 museum: @jackkirbymuseum 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! SEE YOU ON 11/29 in NYC!!! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/39029475

Episode 306- “Transmissions!” 11/05/2025

Episode 306- “Transmissions!” 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! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/38930330

Episode 305- “Angel Of Death!” with The Geekz 10/30/2025

Episode 305- “Angel Of Death!” with The Geekz 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 Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage: You’ll find links to listen and follow everywhere. There’s also a link there to purchase a classy Jacked Kirby t-shirt, so get yourself one! You deserve it! If you like the show, share the show! Tag a friend, tell a friend, share the flyer, spread the word! And please rate/review the show on Apple (or wherever else you can rate & review it!) Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/38851005

Episode 304- “Dracula!” with Kelley Jones & Matt Wagner 10/23/2025

Episode 304- “Dracula!” with Kelley Jones & Matt Wagner 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 @mattwagnercomics For Jacked Kirby everywhere, including links to listen, our social media pages, and a link to buy a Jacked t-shirt, visit our FlowPage! If you like the show, share the show! And please rate and review us wherever you can! Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/38756545

Episode 303- “The Mummy’s Secret!” with Dean Haspiel 10/16/2025

Episode 303- “The Mummy’s Secret!” with Dean Haspiel 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 review the show wherever ya can. And remember… IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, SHARE THE SHOW! Tag a friend, tell a friend, share a flyer! Thanks, kids! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/38608745

Episode 302- “With Piggy D.!” 10/09/2025

Episode 302- “With Piggy D.!” 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! For Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase a slick Jacked Kirby t-shirt (along with other designs by Tommy)! Go get one! And please rate and review the show wherever ya can. And remember… IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, SHARE THE SHOW! Thanks, kids! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/38530860

Episode 301- Horoscope Horrors! 10/02/2025

Episode 301- Horoscope Horrors! 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, and please keep supporting our labor of love however you can. Thank you!!! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/38445310

Episode 300- “Walt Simonson!” 08/28/2025

Episode 300- “Walt Simonson!” 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!!! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/38000980

Episode 299- “Dreaming The Impossible!” 08/21/2025

Episode 299- “Dreaming The Impossible!” 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: /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/37904130

Episode 298- “With Tracy Kirby!” 08/14/2025

Episode 298- “With Tracy Kirby!” Closing in on 300 episodes and we finally have a Kirby on the show! Jack’s granddaughter TRACY KIRBY joins us this week to discuss her grandpa, his legacy, growing up Kirby, memories, and more! What else is there to say?! Just have a listen and enjoy! You can follow the OFFICIAL Kirby family Instagram: @jackkirbycomics And their new official website: For Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase a nifty Jacked Kirby t-shirt! Go get one! And please rate and review the show wherever ya can. And remember… IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, SHARE THE SHOW! Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/37816590

Episode 297- “Covering Kirby: The Book!” 08/07/2025

Episode 297- “Covering Kirby: The Book!” Mike Essl & Vincent ladevaia (a former guest on the show) join us this week to discuss their book The Marvel Comics Covers of Jack Kirby Vol. 1, released this year by Dark Horse Books. We talk about how the book came to be, future volumes, their love of the King, and more! Have a listen, and get the book! (Available everywhere!) You can find & follow Vin on Instagram: @kirbycovers And Mike is on there as well! Check out his love of comic book lettering on his page: @b_w_h_a_m For Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase a suave Jacked Kirby t-shirt! Go get one! And please rate and review the show wherever ya can. IF YOU LIKE THE SHOW, SHARE THE SHOW! Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/37722210

Episode 296- “Cap’s Summer Vacation!” 07/31/2025

Episode 296- “Cap’s Summer Vacation!” Let’s take a trip to Rio de Muerte with Captain America! Nazi scum, sweaty jungles, Falcon, Sharon Carter, S.H.I.E.L.D., “The Swine”, and all the action and adventure Jack Kirby’s imagination can whip up! Join as we dip into 1976’s Captain America Issues 206-208 for CAP’S SUMMER VACATION!!! For Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: www.flow.page/jackedkirby There’s also a link there to purchase an awesome Jacked Kirby t-shirt! Go get one! And please rate and review the show wherever ya can. Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/37627145

Episode 295- “Fantastic Battle Bonanza!” 07/24/2025

Episode 295- “Fantastic Battle Bonanza!” How could we get so close to episode 300 and NOT have our good buddy GEORGE O’CONNOR on as a guest?! And it’s a special one, hitting the airwaves just as the new MCU movie ‘Fantastic Four: First Steps’ hits the big screen around the universe; George joins us to break down Marvel Comics’ Fantastic Four issue 73 from January of 1968! It’s an all-star guest episode featuring our favorite all-star guest, Gorgeous Georgie O! Check out what George has going on by visiting his website: And follow him on Instagram: @thegeorgeoconnor To listen to Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase a Jacked Kirby t-shirt, so go get one! They’re cool! If you like the show, share the show! Tag a friend, tell a friend, share the flyer, spread the word! And please rate/review the show on Apple (or wherever else you can rate & review it!) Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/37538710

Episode 294- “Man Of Steel!” 07/17/2025

Episode 294- “Man Of Steel!” Superman is everywhere right now with the release of his latest big-screen adaptation, so we decided to jump on the bandwagon and dive into 1995’s Superman: The Man Of Steel issue 43! And to make things extra super, we’re joined by Darrell Greer of READ YOUR COMICS… and he knows his comics! Make sure you check out @read.your.comics on Instagram AND YOUTUBE for some great content featuring all your favorite (and not so favorite) comics! Go give ‘em a follow! For all things Jacked Kirby… like links to listen to the podcast on all platforms, our social media pages, and a link to buy a swell t-shirt… visit our FlowPage: Please rate and review us on Apple or anywhere you can rate and review the show, and as always, SPREAD THE WORD! If you like the show, share the show! Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/37441615

Episode 293- “Conan Vs. Thor!” 07/10/2025

Episode 293- “Conan Vs. Thor!” “BIG” AL ACCETTURA IS BACK! That’s right, Al joins Tommy & Mike D. this week to delve into Marvel Comics What If… ? issue 39 from 1983. As we break down the comic, we get into some interesting talks about ancient aliens, human history, myths & legends, technology, movies, Robert E. Howard, evolution, special effects, and more! A fun conversation with Big Al, the Mighty Thor, & Conan the Barbarian! You can find and follow Alfred on Instagram: @al_boulder Check out his art, and hire him for all your freelance graphic design needs! For Jacked Kirby everywhere… to listen to the show and to follow our social media pages… visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase a mighty Jacked Kirby t-shirt! Go get one! And please rate and review the show wherever ya can. Thanks! Also, if you like the show, SHARE THE SHOW! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/37362110

Episode 292- “The Unburied One!” 07/03/2025

Episode 292- “The Unburied One!” Just in time for the 4th of July, artist & creator MATTHEW ALLISON is back with Tommy. & Mike D., to discuss ‘The Unburied One’, Captain America issues 204 & 205 from 1976! Corpse monsters, weird science, Sharon Carter drama, Falcon with amnesia, S.H.E.I.L.D. shenanigans, Steve Rogers in a robe… Kirby’e giving us alotta story in this Agron saga, and we break it down! Plus, we eulogize Jim Shooter and have a quick talk about firework safety. Happy 4th, friends! Check out Matthew on Instagram; @cankorrYou can also visit his shop and website ; For Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase an awesome made-in-America Jacked Kirby t-shirt! Go get one! And please rate and review the show wherever ya can. Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/37273080

Episode 291- “Lord of the Jungle!” 06/26/2025

Episode 291- “Lord of the Jungle!” It’s finally hot! And to celebrate this hot-ass weather, we’re talking a 60 year trip back in time with the Uncanny X-Men to the jungles of the Savage Land to meet Ka-Zar! Join us as we break down issue 10 of Marvel Comics’ X-Men from January 1965! For Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase a cool Jacked Kirby t-shirt! Go get one! And please rate and review the show wherever ya can. Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/37162750

Episode 290- “Blue Bolt!” 06/19/2025

Episode 290- “Blue Bolt!” This week we take a step back into the Golden Age of comics and visit the first work credited to both Joe Simon & Jack Kirby, 1940’s BLUE BOLT! We’ll specifically visit the Bolt’s third issue, and talk about his creation and history. For Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase a swell Jacked Kirby t-shirt! Go get one! And please rate and review the show wherever ya can. Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/37081730

Episode 289- “With Clifford Meth!” 06/12/2025

Episode 289- “With Clifford Meth!” Writer/editor/publisher CLIFFORD METH joins us this week to talk about his varied career (comics, sci-fi, horror, filmed entertainment), his charitable efforts for creators dealing with financial strain in an industry not known for taking care of their own, creative endeavors, and, he even has a Kirby story! Cliff’s a swell guy, so come shoot the shit with us! Check out Cliff on Instagram; @cliffordmeth And check out his book ‘COMIC BOOK BABYLON’ on Kindle! For Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase a nifty Jacked Kirby t-shirt! Go get one! And please rate and review the show wherever ya can. Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/36971615

Episode 288- “Mighty One!” with Matthew Allison 06/05/2025

Episode 288- “Mighty One!” with Matthew Allison Artist & comic book-maker MATTHEW ALLISON is back on the show with us to discuss Jack Kirby’s Kamandi issue 29 from 1975! This is a seminal issue in the run. We also discuss his latest Sweet Sepulcher project, and how YOU can support it! Comix, baby! It’s always fun to talk to a great artist AND fan of the King! Check out Matthew on Instagram; @cankorr You’ll find links there to support his latest project. You can also visit his shop; And support Sweet Sepulcher HERE: To listen to Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase a dope Jacked Kirby t-shirt! Go get one! And please rate and review the show wherever ya can. Thanks! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/36874695

Episode 287- “The Eternals Annual!” 05/29/2025

Episode 287- “The Eternals Annual!” Jack Kirby produced one annual for his Eternals series at Marvel in 1977… and this week artist, comic book-maker, former East Coaster, and Kirby fan WILLIAM HERNANDEZ joins us to discuss it! What did we think… ? Listen and find out! You can find and follow Bill on Instagram: @therealintrovertedart For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen everywhere, our social media pages, and a place to buy yourself a nifty Jacked Kirby t-shirt, visit our FlowPage: If you like the show, share the show! Spread the word, tell a buddy, tag a friend! And make sure you rate and review us wherever you can! Thanks, kids! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/36774535

Episode 286- “Return Of The New Gods!” 05/22/2025

Episode 286- “Return Of The New Gods!” In April of 1976, DC Comics attempted to bring back Jack Kirby’s Fourth World characters using their First Issue Special title as a test launch. This week we discuss that non-Kirby New Gods story with Lego master, comic collector, musician, & Kirby super-fan ADAM JAMES! We have thoughts… You can check out Adam’s collection AND his Lego creations on his Instagram: @4thworldadam There, you’ll also find a link to check out his Lycantones Bandcamp page! Give him a follow (and a listen)! For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen everywhere, our social media pages, and a place to buy yourself a sweet Jacked Kirby t-shirt, visit our FlowPage: If you like the show, share the show! Spread the word, tell a buddy, tag a friend! And make sure you rate and review us wherever you can! Thanks, kids! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/36670435

Episode 285- “With Jerry Ma!” 05/14/2025

Episode 285- “With Jerry Ma!” This week, artist JERRY MA joins us! We talk about his upcoming Conan collaboration with Walt Simonson, drawing comics, art, Kirby, and the ‘The Monkey King in Chinatown: Illustrated Journeys of a Chinese Legend in NYC’ … a cool gallery show taking place this month at Pearl River Mart in NYC (452 Broadway) featuring him and a slew of talented Chinese-American artists! Jerry has been around awhile and is involved in a lot of cool shit, so have a listen and find out about it all! You can find Jerry on IG: @epicprops for info on the gallery show, and you can check out his shop HERE: www.j For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen everywhere, our social media pages, and a place to buy yourself a dope Jacked Kirby t-shirt, visit our FlowPage: If you like the show, share the show! Spread the word, tell a buddy, tag a friend! And make sure you rate and review us wherever you can! Thanks, kids! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/36571220

Episode 284- “(Murder) Kingdom Of The Damned!” with Fred Van Lente 05/08/2025

Episode 284- “(Murder) Kingdom Of The Damned!” with Fred Van Lente Our friend and scribe supreme FRED VAN LENTE returns to discuss some torturous theme parks! Fred has a new trade coming out as this episode drops, collecting his series Murder Kingdom… and we’re gonna pair that with a delicious chilled glass of Forever People issue 4 (DC Comics, December 1971), featuring diabolical Desaad’s Happyland! Oh what fun! Plus, we discuss his BRAND new book, The Future Is ******! You can find FVL on Instagram: @fredvanlente And his LinkTree has links to all of his doings, books, writing lessons and more! For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen everywhere, our social media pages, and a place to buy yourself a swell Jacked Kirby t-shirt, visit our FlowPage: If you like the show, share the show! Spread the word, tell a buddy, tag a friend! And make sure you rate and review us wherever you can! Thanks, kids! /episode/index/show/jackedkirby/id/36486630

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