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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 #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 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 #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 #10: “Ultraman X Avengers #1: Bringing Worlds Together”

Jonathan TowryAugust 26, 2024One Shot, Podcast

Review of Ultraman X Avengers #1: A Marvel Comics Crossover

In this episode, Jonathan reviews ‘Ultraman X Avengers #1‘ published by Marvel Comics. Written by Kyle Higgins and Matt Groom, with art by Francisco Mena, the 40-page issue features a crossover where Miles Morales’ Spider-Man and the Avengers end up in the Ultraman universe. Jonathan highlights the vibrant art, engaging storyline, and amusing character interactions. He also notes connections to previous Marvel Ultraman series and speculates on potential future crossovers. Fans of Ultraman and crossovers will enjoy this entertaining comic. 

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:38 First Impressions and Cover Art

00:59 Plot Summary and Key Events

02:34 Character Dynamics and Humor

03:03 Art and Visuals

03:30 Series Connection and Continuity

04:38 Final Thoughts and Recommendations