Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #6: “DC Comics in July 2025”

adminMay 19, 2025One Shot, Podcast

DC Comics July Releases Overview with Jonathan

In this episode, Jonathan provides a preview of upcoming DC comics set to be released in July. Highlighted titles include the return of Gotham City Sirens, new issues in the Batman and Superman series, Absolute editions for Batman, Green Lantern, and Martian Manhunter, as well as an exciting Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong crossover. Jonathan also shares his personal insights and preferences regarding the featured comics, and encourages listeners to share their thoughts via comments on the Comic Talk Cafe’s website or social media.

00:00 Introduction to DC Books for July
00:15 Gotham City Sirens and Batman Updates
01:00 Absolute Series Highlights
02:24 Superman and Other DC Heroes
03:02 Justice League and Other Team-Ups
03:27 Green Lantern and Detective Stories
04:59 Miscellaneous DC Releases
05:22 Final Thoughts and Personal Picks
06:23 Conclusion and Viewer Engagement

Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #5 “The New Avengers Spoilers Review”

adminMay 10, 2025One Shot, Podcast

Thunderbolts Review: The New Avengers’ Surprising Twist

In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, hosts Jonathan, Rachel, and Logan dive into a detailed review of the recently released Marvel film ‘Thunderbolts’, which is officially revealed as ‘The New Avengers’. They discuss their initial thoughts, highlighting the film’s focus on major characters like the Sentry and Elena, while touching on the underdevelopment of supporting characters like Ghost and John Walker. The conversation also covers key plot points, character dynamics, and the balance between humor and serious themes. They emphasize the film’s strong narrative and speculate on future connections within the MCU, including the teaser hinting at the Fantastic Four. Overall, the hosts agree that ‘Thunderbolts’ is a promising step forward for Marvel, offering a good blend of action, emotion, and humor.

00:00 Introduction and Spoiler Alert

01:03 Initial Reactions to Thunderbolts

01:55 Character Dynamics and Critiques

04:56 Sentry’s Role and Marvel Comparisons

08:35 Visuals and Special Effects

12:14 Post-Credit Scene and Future Speculations

14:31 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Comic Talk Cafe Issue #3: “Summer of Superman”

Jonathan TowryMay 7, 2025Podcast

Summer of Superman Special: An In-Depth Review

In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, hosts Jonathan, Logan, and Rachel provide an insightful discussion about the ‘Summer of Superman Special’. They discuss the significance of the special issue as a springboard for new Superman storylines, creative teams, and upcoming comics. The episode details the three-chapter special, highlighting key plot points such as Superman’s interactions with Lana, the inclusion of key characters like Krypto, and Lana Lang’s marriage to John Irons. The hosts reflect on the artwork by George Jimenez and discuss the different writers involved, including Mark Wade, Dan Slott, and Joshua Williamson. They conclude with a look at upcoming Superman-related releases and encourage listeners to engage with the new comic series.

00:00 Introduction to Comic Talk Cafe

00:02 Overview of the Summer of Superman Special

00:33 Creative Teams and New Storylines

01:38 Chapter One: Superman’s Early Years

05:11 Chapter Two: Superman as an Adult

06:33 Chapter Three: The Conclusion

09:58 Upcoming Superman Comics

17:25 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #2: Mouse Guard: Dawn of the Black Axe #1 Review

adminApril 29, 2025Mini, Podcast

Review and Exploration: Mouse Guard – Dawn of the Black Axe

Jonathan delivers a concise review of ‘Mouse Guard: Dawn of the Black Axe,’ highlighting the artwork by Gabriel Rodriguez and the writing and colors by David Peterson. The book explores the origin of the Black Axe and its first wielder, providing a rich backstory to the main Mouse Guard series. The three-issue mini-series format is praised for its digestibility. Jonathan commends the synergy between Rodriguez’s art and Peterson’s narrative, noting the familiar and immersive feel. The unique square format of the book adds to its charm. Overall, the review describes the book as a must-read for both long-time fans and newcomers.

00:00 Introduction to Mouse Guard: Dawn of the Black Axe

00:15 Background and Timeline of Mouse Guard

01:06 The Creation and Legacy of the Black Axe

01:30 Format and Structure of the Mini-Series

02:19 Art and Writing: A Perfect Blend

04:55 Unique Visual Storytelling

05:54 Final Thoughts and Recommendations

Comic Talk Cafe Issue #2: “The Amazing Spider-Man #1 Review”

adminApril 16, 2025Podcast

Deep Dive into Amazing Spider-Man #1 – Legacy and Art

In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, the crew discusses the newly released Amazing Spider-Man #1 (Legacy 965). They delve into the legacy numbering of the series, the involvement of key creators like writer Joe Kelly and artists Pepe Laraz and John Romita Jr., and provide a broad synopsis of the story. The team highlights their appreciation for the expressive and dynamic artwork, the continuity in Spider-Man’s personal struggles, and the intriguing plot developments. They end with their overall positive impressions and hopes for the series’ direction.

00:00 Introduction to Comic Talk Cafe

01:03 Discussing the Amazing Spider-Man #1

02:37 Art and Artists of the Comic

03:51 Storyline and Character Analysis

10:11 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up

Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #4: “DC Books Shipping in April 2025”

adminMarch 17, 2025One Shot, Podcast

April DC Comic Releases: Highlights and Previews

In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, Jonathan provides an overview of DC comic books scheduled for release in April. Key highlights include the ‘Summer of Superman’ special, significant developments in ‘Superman 25’ and ‘Action Comics,’ and intriguing releases like ‘Absolute Green Lantern’ and ‘Batman 159.’ Other notable titles discussed are ‘Batman Superman World’s Finest,’ ‘Justice League The Atom Project,’ ‘Green Arrow,’ ‘Secret Six,’ and ‘Teen Titans Go.’ Jonathan also expresses his excitement for standout issues, particularly those featuring Superman and Gorilla Grodd. Listeners are encouraged to share their thoughts on the upcoming releases on social media.

00:00 Introduction to April’s DC Releases

00:28 Superman Highlights

01:30 Superman and Superwoman’s New Challenges

02:17 Action Comics and Beyond

03:00 Batman and Other DC Heroes

04:36 Green Lantern and Other Series

05:49 Special Crossovers and Final Thoughts

07:03 Conclusion and Social Media Call to Action

Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #3 “Marvel Books Shipping in April”

adminMarch 5, 2025One Shot, Podcast

April Marvel Comic Previews and Analysis

In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, Jonathan delves into Marvel comics shipping in April, including highlights such as ‘The Amazing Spider-Man #1’, ‘Godzilla vs. The Incredible Hulk’, ‘One World Under Doom’ tie-ins, and ‘Predator vs. Spider-Man’. Special attention is given to the returning ‘Wolverine and Kitty Pryde’ series by Chris Claremont. Jonathan also touches on upcoming tie-ins and events across different Marvel universes including the Ultimate Universe, and briefly mentions some licensed Marvel comics. Throughout, Jonathan shares personal insights and anticipations while inviting listeners to share their own thoughts on the upcoming Marvel titles.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:03 Amazing Spider-Man Highlights

00:24 Godzilla vs Marvel Heroes

01:45 Daredevil: A Cold Day in Hell

02:43 One World Under Doom

03:58 Predator vs Spider-Man

04:21 Wolverine and Kitty Pryde

04:40 X-Men and Ultimate Universe

07:24 Marvel Licensed Section

08:30 Conclusion and Personal Picks

Comic Talk Cafe Mini #1: “Family Time Travel”

adminFebruary 27, 2025Mini, Podcast

Rocketfellers Issue #1 Review – A Sci-Fi Family Adventure

Jonathan reviews ‘The Rocketfellers’, a comic by Peter J. Tomasi and Francis Manipal. Set in the 25th century, the Rockefeller family discovers a secret that puts humanity’s fate in their hands. Fleeing to present-day Earth, they must learn to trust each other in a strange, ancient world. The comic features three generations and a dog, reminiscent of the Fantastic Four. The artwork by Manipal is dynamic with bright colors and borderless panels, enhancing its distinct sci-fi feel. Despite not breaking new ground story-wise, the interesting characters and engaging art make readers curious about what happens next. Jonathan shares his excitement about this different type of story that’s gaining traction in the comic world.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:18 Plot Summary

00:50 Character Dynamics

01:16 Artwork and Style

02:58 Story Structure and Key Scenes

03:36 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Comic Talk Cafe Issue #1: Friends and Family

adminFebruary 12, 2025Podcast

Green Lantern & Arrow Special and The Batman & Robin Memento Arc

In this episode, Jonathan and Rachel kick off the first recording of the year discussing two main stories from the DC Universe. They start with a special standalone issue of Green Lantern and Green Arrow which revisits their encounter with Deathstroke. The episode highlights the storyline’s fun, independent nature and praises its execution by writer Jeremy Adams and artist Lucas Meyer. They then move on to Batman & Robin issues #14-17, focusing on the introduction of the new villain Memento. The discussion delves into the mystery aspect of the story and Batman’s detective skills, while also touching on the father-son dynamic between Bruce and Damien Wayne. The episode concludes with a positive note on the artistic elements of both stories, expressing excitement for upcoming releases and events.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:30 Green Lantern and Green Arrow Special

02:03 Deathstroke’s Encounter

05:08 Art and Storyline Review

06:21 Transition to Batman and Robin

06:46 Batman and Robin: Memento Storyline

09:14 Art and Detective Elements

16:28 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events

Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #2: DC Comics Shipping In March

adminFebruary 10, 2025One Shot, Podcast

March DC Comics Preview: Hush 2, Absolute Universe, and More!

In this episode of Comic Talk Café, Jonathan provides a comprehensive preview of DC Comics’ releases for March. He highlights ‘Hush 2’ by Jeff Loeb and Jim Lee, as well as the new Absolute Universe series which includes Absolute Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, Martian Manhunter, and Flash. Jonathan also discusses other upcoming issues such as Justice League Unlimited, Secret Six, Adventures of Superman, and a unique DC crossover with Sonic the Hedgehog. He shares his excitement for the new Absolute books and mentions his personal picks while going through the extensive list of DC’s offerings for the month.

00:00 Introduction and Preview Overview

00:09 Hush 2 and Batman Discussion

00:43 Justice League and Absolute Universe

01:16 Absolute Batman and Superman

02:18 Absolute Wonder Woman and Green Lantern

02:44 Martian Manhunter and Flash

03:37 Secret Six and Adventures of Superman

04:32 DC’s March Lineup

05:12 Miscellaneous Titles and Conclusion