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

Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #1: Marvel Books Shipping in March

adminFebruary 9, 2025One Shot, Podcast

Marvel Previews: Godzilla and Doom Take Center Stage

In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, Jonathan previews Marvel Comics’ January edition for books shipping in March. Highlights include the debut of ‘Godzilla vs. the Marvel Universe’ with an initial clash against the Fantastic Four, a series on Dr. Doom’s dominion over the world, and various new titles and continuations involving popular characters like Iron Man, Spider-Man, and the X-Men. Jonathan expresses excitement over the Godzilla storyline and notes intriguing plots like Dr. Doom as Earth’s ruler and upcoming crossovers like ‘X-Man Hunt.’ The episode concludes with highlights from Marvel’s licensed materials and previews for Free Comic Book Day.

00:00 Introduction and Marvel Previews Overview

00:12 Godzilla vs. The Marvel Universe

01:25 Fantastic Four and Other Marvel Highlights

02:48 Dr. Doom’s Reign and Related Storylines

04:39 X-Men and Crossover Events

05:46 Spider-Verse and Other Marvel Titles

09:27 Star Wars and Licensed Materials

10:36 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #15: “Marvel Comics Shipping in February 2025”

Jonathan TowryDecember 5, 2024One Shot, Podcast

February Marvel Comics Preview: The Rise of Emperor Doom

In this episode, Jonathan discusses the highly anticipated Marvel comic book releases for February, with a spotlight on ‘One World Under Doom’. He delves into the plot where Victor Von Doom becomes Earth’s Sorcerer Supreme and emperor, creating a unified Latveria. Other key releases include Doom Academy, Thunderbolt’s Doomstrike, Red Hulk, Ultimate X-Men, and various Spider-Man titles. Jonathan also voices his opinions on the pacing of Ultimate X-Men and the sparse Star Wars entries. He wraps up by highlighting his personal favorites and what he’s looking forward to in Marvel’s upcoming releases.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:31 The Rise of Emperor Doom

02:24 Doom Academy and Tie-In Books

04:39 Ultimate Marvel Series

05:55 X-Men and Related Titles

06:51 Spider-Man and Other Heroes

07:54 Star Wars and Licensed Titles

09:44 Conclusion and Final Thought

Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #14: “DC Comics Shipping in February 2025”

adminDecember 4, 2024One Shot, Podcast

DC Comics February 2025: Highlights and Reviews

In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, host Jonathan reviews the upcoming DC Comics releases for February 2025. He shares his opinions on Zatanna, Justice League Unlimited, Absolute Batman, and Absolute Superman. Jonathan also expresses his enthusiasm for Green Lantern Corps Number One and Justice League The Atom Project. He touches on several other titles like Aquaman, Green Lantern, Green Arrow, and different segments featuring female superheroes such as Catwoman and Batgirl. Finally, he highlights his anticipation for the new direction in Green Arrow and the upcoming Challenges of the Unknown series.

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:12 Justice League and Major Titles

00:36 Absolute Series Highlights

01:08 Spotlight on Individual Heroes

01:41 Green Lantern Corps and Other Picks

03:43 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #13: “Star Wars: Insurgency Rising – A Comic Review”

Jonathan TowryNovember 20, 2024One Shot, Podcast

Review: Star Wars The Battle of Jakku Insurgency Rising

Jonathan reviews the comic book ‘Star Wars The Battle of Jakku Insurgency Rising,’ which picks up right after the events of ‘Return of the Jedi.’ He discusses the theme of the New Republic dealing with remnants of the Empire, introduces the main characters including Han, Luke, Leia, and the antagonist Grand Moff Alhard. Jonathan appreciates the work of color artist Sinclair and anticipates how the 12-issue series will explore the aftermath of the galactic conflict. He also looks forward to the upcoming ties with other Star Wars media like ‘The Mandalorian’ and ‘Ahsoka.’

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:38 Setting the Scene: Post-Endor Galaxy

01:50 Character Dynamics and New Threats

02:26 Introduction of the Acolytes and Grand Moff Alhard

03:23 Part Two: The Empire’s Perspective

03:31 Art and Color Commentary

04:31 Series Continuation and Future Expectations

06:50 Final Thoughts and Conclusion

Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #12:“Absolutely All In”

Jonathan TowryNovember 20, 2024One Shot, Podcast

Review of DC All In Special: An Intriguing Soft Reset

 In this episode, Jonathan from Comic Talk Cafe reviews the ‘DC All In Special’, a comic linked to DC’s Absolute line comparable to Marvel’s Ultimate line. He explains the aftermath of ‘Absolute Power’, with heroes realizing their mistake of disbanding the Justice League. Jonathan describes the unique dual-cover feature of the comic and discusses characters and plots, including the Justice League’s use of boom tubes, and a surprising twist with Darkseid merging with the Specter. He praises the comic’s artwork and discusses some confusion about the Absolute and DC lines, suggesting DC could clarify the distinctions better. Overall, he finds the special a promising introduction to the new storyline.

00:00 Introduction to DC All In Special

00:32 Overview of Absolute Power

01:08 Comic Book Details and Artwork

02:10 Plot and Key Events

05:37 Darkseid’s Perspective

08:03 Final Thoughts and Conclusion