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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 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 #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 #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 Issue #10 “Absolute Power, Superman Adventures, and Batman’s Dinosaur Island”

Jonathan TowryAugust 24, 2024Podcast

Comic Reviews: My Adventures with Superman, Batman and Robin, Absolute Power In this episode, Jonathan and Rachel discuss their recent comic book reads: ‘My Adventures with Superman #3’, which features Superman in early stages dealing with government troubles and his android friend Amazo; ‘Batman and Robin #12’, involving the dynamic duo on Dinosaur Island with intense flashbacks focusing on Robin’s emotions towards Bane; and ‘Absolute Power #1’, a significant DC event where superheroes face a new threat led by Amanda Waller, exploring themes of AI and government control. Each comic is thoroughly reviewed for its plot, artwork, and overall impact.

00:00 Introduction and Hosts

00:27 My Adventures with Superman #3 Review

06:13 Batman and Robin #12 Review

11:23 Absolute Power #1 Review

21:12 Conclusion and Sign-Off