Welcome to Episode 34 of The Blastoff Podcast. This week in Comics 101, Scott looks at the beginnings of DC’s Justice League of America, and in ReTales, Jud tells the tale of the day he wore the shield. Further reading: http://www.blastoffcomics.com/2015/01/comics-101-january-28-2015-and-justice-for-all/ http://www.blastoffcomics.com/2017/11/all-of-us-hallow/
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An Interview with Xavier Dorison – Part 1
In the first of Jud’s interviews from the City of Light, Jud chats with writer Xavier Dorison, author of Sanctum, The Third Testament, Prophet and Long John Silver.
Memories
Welcome to Episode 32 of The Blastoff Podcast. This week in Comics 101, Scott tells us about his friend and mentor Marvelous Mark Gruenwald, and in ReTales, Jud recounts the tale of two very special customers. This one is special, kids. Settle in. Links: http://www.blastoffcomics.com/2015/06/comics-101-september-15-2004-gone-too-soon-remembering-da-gru/ http://www.blastoffcomics.com/2016/06/jud-meyers-retales-funny-books/
There Were Kings in Those Days
Scott and Jud look at two American literary giants who loomed large in their childhoods and still do to this day: Jack Kirby and Ray Bradbury. Also, the debut of “Small Talk,” with Harley Salbacka and a very special guest. Links: https://www.blastoffcomics.com/2013/12/kirby-goes-kosmic/ https://www.blastoffcomics.com/2015/05/jud-meyers-retales-a-ray-in-the-night/ From Scott’s “Ray Bradbury Story”:
Taken For Granted
Welcome to Episode 31 of The Blastoff Podcast. This week in Comics 101, Scott looks at the work of one of comics’ greatest creators, Will Eisner, and in ReTales, Jud teaches us all a lesson about taking things for granted in “Los Ojos Son el Espejo del Alma.” Further reading: https://www.blastoffcomics.com/2015/08/last-day-in-vietnam/ https://www.blastoffcomics.com/2015/05/getting-into-the-spirit/ http://www.blastoffcomics.com/2015/07/jud-meyers-retales-los-ojos-son-el-espejo-del-alma/
A Life, Writing – An Interview with Mark Waid, Part 2
Welcome back to our two-episode special of our conversation with Mark Waid, one of the greatest visionaries in comic book history. It was a pleasure digging in deep to what makes this man tick. Here in episode two, we go even deeper. Hang on, dear listeners. The cosmic rays are coming fast and furious now. […]
A Life, Writing – An Interview with Mark Waid, Part 1
There are some guests who need very little introduction. Some who have affected our industry in so many ways that it would require a dedicated program just to list their achievements. Mark Waid is that guest. He’s written nearly every comic-book character at nearly every comic-book company (quite a few that he founded himself). He’s […]
The Way It Began
Welcome to Episode 28 of The Blastoff Podcast. This week in Comics 101, Scott looks at the beginnings of Marvel’s Fantastic Four in “The Way It Began,” Harley is back with more Small Talk, and in ReTales, Jud pulls back the curtain on his life as “I Witness.” Further reading: https://www.blastoffcomics.com/2016/01/jud-meyers-retales-i-witness/
Chiefly Creative – An Interview with Chris Ryall
This week on the show, we’re honored to welcome one of the most talented and influential publishers in the comic book arena. Chris Ryall is the CCO of IDW Publishing. One of the fourth largest publishers of comic book content in America. He leads as Creative Officer of a company that’s had almost 100 of […]
Hulk Is a Four-Letter Word
Welcome to Episode 26 of The Blastoff Podcast. This week, Scott looks at the beginnings of Marvel’s Incredible Hulk in “Driven By Rage,” Harley returns with another edition of “Small Talk,” while Jud talks about a special customer, and a very special “Four-Letter Word.” Further reading: http://www.blastoffcomics.com/2017/03/four-letter-words/
Chatting With Thundercat
“If you’re out there Todd McFarlane, thank you, thank you for your work, it’s inspired me throughout the years.” ~Thundercat Subscribe to the podcast on iTunes | Android | Google Play | Tune In Radio | Stitcher | YouTube | RSS Scroll down to check out the episode notes and track list. Our guest has […]
A Flash of the Lightning
Welcome to Episode 24 of The Blastoff Podcast. This week, Scott looks at the beginnings of DC’s Flash in “A Flash of the Lightning,” while Harley returns for a new installment of “Small Talk. ” Further reading: http://www.blastoffcomics.com/2012/03/the-silver-age-begins-with-a-flash/
Under Pressure
Welcome to Episode 23 of The Blastoff Podcast. This week, Scott looks at the beginnings of Marvel’s Sub-Mariner in “Under Pressure,” while Jud recounts how folks from all walks of life pass through our doors in “Don’t X-Plain.” Plus, Jud and Scott talk Free Comic Book Day and discuss Scott’s newest comics project STAR TREK: […]