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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS ' Giant-Size House of M ' #1 puts Ms. Marvel into the iconic event IDW and Alien Books partnership could save Valiant Comics Four-issue ‘Gehenna : Naked Aggression’ coming June 2025 New whimsical 'The Terrific Teacups' graphic novel announced Comixology Originals expands title lineup in Wondercon announcement Our Top Books of the Week Dave : We’re Taking Everyone Down With Us #1 (Matthew Rosenberg, Stefano Landini) Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 (Deniz Camp, Javier Rodriguez) Alex : We’re Taking Everyone Down With Us #1 (Matthew Rosenberg, Stefano Landini) Free For All (Patrick Horvath) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Alex - Ultimate Wolverine #3 (Chris Condon, Alessandro Cappucio) Dave - Into the Unbeing Part 2 #2 (Zac Thompson, Hayden Sherman) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Alex: Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe One Last Time #1 (Cullen Bunn, Dalibor Talajić), Juvenile #5 (Jesús Orellana) Dave: Star Trek: Lore War #1 (Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly, Christopher Cantwell, Davide Tinto) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell #1 ( Rose Besch ) Alex: Resurrection Man (Cover: Jeff Dèkal, Ram V., Butch Guice) Shoutout to X-Men #14, really unique corner box and creative team design, “shaking on the page” Interview: Thomas Jane about The Lycan (with a story co-written by David James Kelly and art by Diego Yapur), issue #2 out April 1st Thomas, you’ve described The Lycan as “Aliens, set in a castle, with werewolves.” That’s an amazing hook—how did that core concept come together, and what made it the perfect story for Renegade Entertainment’s first comic? Mike, how did you approach scripting this series? Were there any unique challenges in translating a concept that started with Thomas and David James Kelly into something that fit the comics medium? Characters & Themes Horror often reflects deeper themes—survival, fear of the unknown, or even human nature itself. What themes are at play in The Lycan*, and how do they set it apart from other werewolf stories?* Art & Visual Storytelling Diego Yapur’s art is stunning—his work captures both action and atmosphere beautifully. What was it like collaborating with him, and what qualities did he bring to the world of The Lycan*?* Tim Bradstreet’s cover work is iconic. How did he get involved, and what made him the perfect fit to help define the visual identity of this series? Publishing & Future Plans Thomas, you’ve now stepped into the role of editor. How has that experience been for you, and has it changed how you approach storytelling? This book has been years in the making, with setbacks and new opportunities along the way. Now that it’s finally releasing through Comixology Originals, what excites you most about how readers will experience The Lycan*? Bonus Fun Question: If you were trapped in a castle with a werewolf for one night and could only bring three items to help you survive, what would they be?…

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Jeff Lemire & Nick Robles on Reinventing Wally West in 'Absolute Flash' 1:09:28

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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS DC Comics solicitations for June 2025 DC reveals covers and preview for sequel 'Justice League vs. Godzilla vs. Kong 2' Mark Waid’s ‘Dream Project’ ‘ New History of the DC Universe ’ announced 'DC High Volume: Batman' scripted always-on podcast launching April 2025 'Trinity: Daughter of Wonder Woman' announced with preview Marvel Comics solicitations June 2025 Joe Quesada to return to Marvel with new Marvel Knights title in June 2025 ( more details ) Jean Grey’s sister Sara returns in ‘Phoenix’ #12 Marvel’s ‘Giant-Size Amazing Spider-Man’ #1 features star-studded creatives ‘Marvel United: A Pride Special’ #1 one-shot announced ‘Fantastic Four’ set to relaunch with new #1 and creative duo Marvel unpacks ‘Godzilla vs. Thor’ out July 2025 Three new Star Trek series coming in 2025 set in three different eras Oni Press reveals sci-fi existential 'Benjamin' limited series tackles loneliness Woah, apparently there is a real Benjamin Carp who is ALSO a writer! Our Top Books of the Week Dave : The Deviant #9 (James Tynion IV, Joshua Hixson) Out of Alcatraz #1 (Christopher Cantwell, Tyler Crook) Alex : Psylocke #5 (Alyssa Wong, Vincenzo Carratu) Plastic: Death & Dolls TPB (Doug Wagner, Daniel Hillyard) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Alex - Magik #3 (Ashley Allen, Germán Peralta) Dave - Absolute Batman #6 (Scott Snyder, Nick Dragotta) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Alex: Free For All (Patrick Horvath), You’ll Do Bad Things (Tyler Boss, Adriano Turtulici) Dave: Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 (Deniz Camp, Javier Rodriguez) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 ( Javier Rodriguez Cover ) Alex: Ultimate Spider-Man #15 ( David Messina ) 48 Interview: Absolute Flash - Jeff Lemire and Nick Robles Absolute Flash strips Wally West of his usual support system—no mentor, no Flash family, and no Speed Force. What inspired this approach, and what does it reveal about Wally’s character? Jeff, you've tackled deeply personal, introspective stories before. How does Absolute Flash balance superhero spectacle with the kind of emotional storytelling you're known for? Nick, this series presents a unique visual challenge since Wally doesn’t have the Speed Force in the usual sense. How did you approach illustrating motion, speed, and kinetic energy differently? The father-son dynamic seems central to the story. What can you tell us about the relationship between Wally and his father, and how it shapes the narrative? The Absolute line lets creators tell more standalone, auteur-driven superhero stories. What freedom did that give you in shaping this take on Wally West? Wally is often portrayed as an optimist. Without his usual safety nets, how does his personality shift in this story? Can you tease anything about the “nefarious forces” chasing Wally? Are these familiar faces from Flash lore, or entirely new threats? Favorite rogues? What do you hope Absolute Flash adds to Wally West’s legacy as a character? With Absolute Flash, Absolute Wonder Woman, and Absolute Batman all reimagining these heroes in bold new ways, if Wally had to team up with the Absolute versions of Diana and Bruce, what would their dynamic be like? Who’s the most intimidating, and who’s the most likely to crack a joke?…

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Martian Manhunter, time crises, and the future of superheroes: A conversation with Deniz Camp 1:41:02

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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS ECCC - Tell us how it was, ALEX!?!?!? ECCC ’25: James Tynion IV and Michael Walsh on Exquisite Corpses Emma Frost solo book, throwback to days as White Queen within the Hellfire Club Jonathan Hickman’s 4-issue ‘Imperial’ details revealed ' Giant-Size Age of Apocalypse scores Jeph Loeb and Simone Di Meo backup Marvel announces ‘ Avengers Academy: Assemble ’ for June 2025 Marvel reveals June 2025 'One World Under Doom' tie-in details 'New Thunderbolts*' matches MCU with asterisk titled new series Deadpool celebrates milestone #350 with new villain and more Marvel teases shocking Wolverine reveal coming in 'Wolverine' #400 New Ultimates Universe covers and stories revealed for June 2025 DC reveals ' DC Pride 2025 ' anthology details and Pride plans Our Top Books of the Week Dave : Assorted Crisis Events’ #1 (Deniz Camp, Eric Zawadzki) Star Trek: Lower Decks #5 (Ryan North, Jack Lawrence) Just want to mention it… Amazing Spider-Man #69 (Joe Kelly, Ed Mcguinness) Alex : X-Men #13 (MacKay, Netho Diaz, Sean Parsons) Dark Pyramid #1 (MadCave) W: Paul Tobin, A: P.J. Holden Stando ut KAPOW moment of the week: Alex - X-Men #13, psychic battle between Quentin & Xavier Dave - All-New Venom #4 (Al Ewing, Carlos Gomez) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Alex: Absolute Flash #1, Crush Depth #1 Dave: The Deviant #9 (James Tynion IV, Joshua Hixson) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Nightwing #124 ( Jorge Fornes Card Stock Cover) Alex: One World Under Doom #2 ( Thing losing his powers?? ) Interview : Deniz Camp talks about Assorted Crisis Events, Ultimates, and Absolute Martian Manhunter. Assorted Crisis Events explores a world where time is breaking down, leading to unpredictable scenarios. What inspired you to delve into the concept of time's fragility and its impact on everyday life? The anthology format allows for diverse storytelling. How do you approach crafting each issue to ensure it offers a unique yet cohesive experience within the overarching narrative? Ashley, introduced in issue #1, is a relatable character amidst the chaos. Can you share more about her development and the role she plays in grounding the story? Collaborating with artists like Eric Zawadzki brings a distinct visual style to the series. How does his artistic vision complement your storytelling, and what has the collaborative process been like? The series blends various genres and time periods. How do you balance these elements to maintain narrative coherence while keeping readers engaged? In previous discussions, you've mentioned the importance of density in storytelling. How do you ensure that each page is packed with meaningful content without overwhelming the reader? The theme of normalizing chaos is prevalent in the series. How does this reflect contemporary societal issues, and what message do you hope readers take away from it? If you could witness any historical event firsthand, which one would you choose, and how might it inspire a future story in Assorted Crisis Events ? You've crafted 20th Century Men and The Ultimates . How has your experience with those projects influenced your approach to Assorted Crisis Events ? How is it juggling multiple books? In The Ultimates #10, the Red Skulls—a neo-Nazi group—appropriate the Punisher's iconic skull logo. What motivated you to intertwine these specific symbols, and how do you perceive their combined significance within the narrative? Given your focus on individual character narratives, are there contemporary societal issues you aim to explore through specific characters in future issues? In Absolute Martian Manhunter, you've described the series as a "radical reinvention" of the character, blending psychological horror with superhero elements. Could you elaborate on the creative challenges and freedoms you've encountered in crafting this narrative within DC's Absolute Universe?…

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'Monkey Meat' & the Art of Chaos: Juni Ba on comics, capitalism & cartoon carnage 1:15:59

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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS 'Runaways' returns with five-issue series from Rainbow Rowell and Elena Casagrande 'One World Under Doom' #5 reveals the world must choose Doom or Dormammu Marvel reveals new details for 'Giant-Size X-Men' and 'Dark Phoenix' one-shots Marvel Television variant covers coming for ‘Daredevil’ titles starting in April Oni reveals ‘ Biker Mice From Mars ’ gets new ongoing in June 2025 Top 50 comics of February Batman H2sh #1 sells over 400,000 copies Our Top Books of the Week Dave : Monkey Meat: Summer Batch #1 (Juni Ba) Batgirl #5 (Tate Brombal, Takeshi Miyazawa) Colin : Ultimates #10 (Deniz Camp, Juan Frigeri) The Nice House by the Sea #6 (James Tynion IV, Álvaro Martínez Bueno) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Colin - Storm #6 (Murewa Ayodele, Luciano Vecchio) Dave - Uncanny X-Men #11 (Gail Simone, Javier Garron) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Colin: Absolute Superman #5 (Jason Aaron, Rafa Sandoval) Dave: Assorted Crisis Events #1 (Deniz Camp, Eric Zawadzki) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Iron Man #6 ( Ian Bertram Cover) Colin: The Batman Adventures #12 ( Facsimile Edition Super Powers Cover ) (Toy Otter/Jason Geyer) Interview : Juni Ba: Monkey Meat: Summer Batch #1 out Mar 5, 2025 Story and Themes Monkey Meat is such a unique blend of dark fantasy, humor, and horror. How do you balance those tones without losing the story's core message? The concept of Monkey Meat Island explores hyper-capitalism and corporate exploitation in surreal ways. What new angles or themes are you excited to explore in The Summer Batch ? You describe Monkey Meat as a comic where you can "shed corporate expectations." How does that creative freedom shape the way you approach each issue or story? This new arc takes a summer magazine format with games and multiple tales per issue. What inspired this structure, and what do you think it brings to the reading experience? Characters and Worldbuilding From superhero monkeys to debt-collecting witches, the characters in Monkey Meat are wild and wonderfully diverse. Are there any new characters in The Summer Batch you're particularly excited for readers to meet? In previous issues, the Monkey Meat Company has a huge impact on the local, magical fauna. Does the environment of Monkey Meat Island evolve or play a role in this new arc? Art and Creativity Your art is incredibly dynamic and experimental. How does your artistic process change when you're working on an anthology with multiple stories in one issue versus a single, continuous narrative? Fun/Silly Question If you were forced to take a vacation on Monkey Meat Island, what three survival items would you bring, and how would you avoid getting on the bad side of the local witches or demons?…

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Tyler Boss on 'You'll Do Bad Things': True Crime, Giallo, and the horror of writer's block 1:11:40

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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS A new Marvel and DC explosive crossover is coming! Marvel sheds new light on ‘ Death of Silver Surfer ' #1 New Ghost Machine titles announced by Brad Meltzer, Geoff Johns, and Gene Ha Image Comics joins upcoming comics app 'Sweet Shop' New DC Universe Infinite monthly Ultra Tier subscription launched New 'H2SH' preview pages reveal Jim Lee's Batman and more Our Top Books of the Week Dave: Absolute Wonder Woman #5 (Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman) Fantastic Four #29 (Ryan North, Cory Smith) CJ: Radiant Black #31 (Kyle Higgins, Joe Clark, Eduardo Ferigato, Rod Fernandes, Becca Carey) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #7 (Jason Aaron and Juan Ferrerya) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: CJ - Hellhunters #3 (Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Adam Gorham - last page!) Dave - Ultimate Spider-Man 14 (Jonathan Hickman, Marco Checcheto) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK CJ: Secret Six #1 (https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/comic/3944663/secret-six-1) Dave: Spider-Gwen: Ghost Spider #11 (Stephanie Phillips, Paolo Villanelli) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave : The Ultimates #10 ( Mateus Manhanini ) CJ : The Terminator #5 ( Declan Shalvey ) Interview : Tyler Boss You’ll Do Bad Things #1 out March 26, with artist Adriano Turtulici What inspired you to blend the true crime genre with the pulpy, neon-soaked aesthetic of Giallo films in You’ll Do Bad Things ? How did the concept of a true crime writer whose fictional murders start happening in real life come to life? Was it your own writers block? Can you describe the creative journey behind developing Seth Holms as a character struggling to write a happy ending? The comic is described as a "love letter to the Italian slasher genre"—how have films like those of Dario Argento influenced your storytelling and visuals? 13 How do you balance the elements of horror, gore, and B-horror camp with a critique of our cultural obsession with true crime? I really liked how, in a scene set in the narrative, you call back to the fact we’re in the story within the story via lettering, was that in the script or Hassan’s idea? With He Came in with a Smile as a backdrop, how does Seth’s past impact the unfolding narrative in this new miniseries? What are some of the challenges you faced while infusing both literary and cinematic influences into a cohesive comic book experience? In what ways do you hope readers engage with the commentary on true crime fandom as they dive into this dark, twisted world? If you discovered that your own stories were coming to life, which character from 'You'll Do Bad Things' would you least want to encounter in a dark alley, and how would you try to escape their clutches?…

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Matthew Rosenberg unpacks 'We're Taking Everyone Down with Us' and 'DC vs. Vampires' 1:04:26

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Interview: Matthew Rosenberg We're Taking Everyone Down with Us #1 out March 26 (FOC March 3) Artist Stefano Landini Colorist Roman Titov Letters Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou Story and Themes We're Taking Everyone Down With Us blends super-spies, mad scientists, and robots with themes of family and revenge. What drew you to this mix of genres and how did it shape the story’s tone? Annalise’s journey is centered around two big choices—revenge or normalcy. What inspired this core conflict, and how do you balance her emotional arc with the high-stakes action? Favorite James Bond? You’ve worked on grounded crime stories like 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank and more fantastical ones like What's the Furthest Place From Here? . How does We're Taking Everyone Down With Us build on or depart from those previous works? Family seems to be a recurring theme in much of your work. What’s unique about the father-daughter relationship in this story? Characters and Development The story leans into some wild concepts—super-spies, futuristic tech, and global domination. Were there any particular influences from spy fiction, sci-fi, or pop culture that helped shape these elements? Process and Legacy You've mentioned this story turned out funnier and more heartfelt than you originally planned. Were there any moments during the writing process where you surprised yourself with how the story evolved? With your earlier work, like 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank , now being adapted into a film, how do you think your storytelling has changed or evolved over the years, and how does We're Taking Everyone Down With Us reflect that growth? Fun/Silly Question If Annalise’s robot bodyguards were to pick a theme song for their revenge mission, what song would they choose and why? DC vs. Vampires Questions Switching gears to DC vs. Vampires World War V, we already spoke wayyyyy back in August about the series before it launched, but with the special DC vs. Vampires: World War V – Darkness and Light #1 and essentially half the maxiseries out, (#7 out Mar 12th, 2025), how are you digging the fan reaction? With "DC vs. Vampires: World War V – Darkness and Light #1" releasing this week, Are there themes or messages you're particularly excited to explore in this installment? Alfred is becoming more or less the “good” guy main character, Can you discuss the psychological and moral complexities you aimed to portray in Alfred as he navigates his new identity as a GL? If DC vs. Vampires was made in 2026 riffing off the Absolute Universe, how would it be different? Anything you could tease for the second half of this series?…

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Late 'Nights' big frights: Talking horror and humor with Wyatt Kennedy and Luigi Formisano 2:00:43

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bit.ly/AIPTNewsletter Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Gerard Way and Gabriel Bá return for ' The Umbrella Academy: Plan B ’ DC reveals new Batman creative team and additional Summer of Superman titles DC announces new ' Mr. Terrific: Year One ' series DC Comics Solicitations May 2025! Harley Quinn and Elvira to team up in summer 2025 What is Imperial?! Marvel Comics solicitations May 2025 Marvel teases all-different ‘ 3K X-Men ’ appearing in X-Men #16 Marvel unveils 'Predator : Black, White & Blood' for May 2025 Marvel shares 'One World Under Doom' tie-in details out May 2025 Gwenpool scores ‘Darker’ and ‘Deadlier’ new series starting May 14th New five-part ' Giant-Size X-Men ' event reimagines mutant milestones ' Spider-Man & Wolverine ' #1 headed to comic shops May 2025 Thor takes his 'last stand' on deaths door in ' Immortal Thor' #23 solicit Ultimate Universe first limited series ' Ultimate Spider-Man: Incursion ' announced ' Jeff the Land Shark ' five-issue series announced Chip Zdarsky and Valerio Schiti gear up for ‘ Captain America ’ in July 2025 Image Comics shares 'Nights' creators thoughts on new TV show ' Exquisite Corpses ' #1 by James Tynion IV and Michael Walsh to launch May 2025 Oni Press and EC Comics announce ' Blood Type ' out June 2025 IDW and Toho ink deal through 2029, announce Godzilla connected universe Our Top Books of the Week Dave: Weapon X-Men #1 (Joe Casey, Chriscross) Infinity Watch #2 (Derek Landy, Ruairi Coleman, Enid Balam) Dan: Titans #20 (John Layman and Pete Woods) Power Rangers Prime #4 (Melissa Flores and Michael Yg) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Dan - maybe? miles morales spider man 30 or wonder woman 18 Dave - Aliens vs. Avengers #3 (Jonathan Hickman, Esad Ribic) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Dan: Radiant Black #31 (Kyle Higgins, Joe Clark, Eduardo Ferigato) Dave: Godzilla vs. Chicago #1 ( Various ) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #7 ( Ferreyra Cover ) Dan: The Flash #18 (Mike Del Mundo) Interview: Nights - Wyatt Kennedy and Luigi Formisano - Nights #13 out Feb 26 (NEW STORY ARC - PERFECT JUMPING-ON POINT FOR NEW READERS) Nights #13 is out February 27th, and while the solicit says it’s a “perfect jumping on point” for the listeners, can you catch them up to speed if they’re just learning about Nights? Something that I’ve loved about Nights is how the most insane surprised occur many times in an issue, is there an art to plotting a single issue like you do? As we turn the page onto season 2, looking back at the first 12 issues, is there anything you would tweak or do differently? Luigi, you’ve worked with Wyatt long enough to have plenty of banter about "bizarre demands." Can you describe a moment where Wyatt’s vision challenged or inspired you to take the art in an unexpected direction? The series mixes playful moments with genuine horror. For both of you, what’s your approach to balancing these tones, and are there horror or non-horror works that directly influenced this? I gotta ask, nudity in this title is a curious one. Sometimes we see things, sometimes genitals are covered up, what gives?! The series takes place across both mundane and fantastical locations—Estonia’s cold landscapes and Las Vegas’s vibrant excess are especially highlighted in Nights #13. What’s the significance of setting in this arc, and how did you choose those locations? If Vince, Gray, Tsukumari, and the rest of the crew formed a rock band, what would their band name be, and what kind of music would they play?…

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Sarah Cho talks 'Camgirl' and exploring fetishization in an online world 1:08:38

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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Brian K. Vaughan comments on 'We Stand on Guard' Canada vs. America trending Film concept artist Dawn Brown gets ‘ Gracie’s Ghost ’ release date ' The Vision & the Scarlet Witch ' #1 limited series coming May 2025 'Marvel & Disney: What If...? Donald Duck Became Iron Man' #1 announced Marvel unveils 'One World Under Doom' #4 details Marvel teases Gwen Stacy will return from the dead Marvel reveals new 'Phoenix' story arc starting in issue #11 with new series cover artist Lukas Werneck and main artist Roi Mercado! ' Amadeus Cho 20th Anniversary Special ' announced for May Marvel teases ' Hell Hulk ' appearing in 'Hellverine' #6 DC announces 'Aquamanatee' coming September 2025 Jeff Lemire confirms details surrounding ' Absolute Flash ' #1 and beyond Our Top Books of the Week Dave: Into the Unbeing Part 2 #1 (Zac Thompson, Hayden Sherman) Eddie Brock: Carnage #1 (Charles Soule and Jesús Saiz) Dan : One World Under Doom #1 (Ryan North, RB Silva) Bug Wars #1 (Jason Aaron, Mahmud Asrar) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Dan - Eddie Brock: Carnage #1 by Charles Soule and Jesús Saiz Dave - Batman: Dark Patterns #3 (Dan Watters, Hayden Sherman) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Dan: Zatanna #1 by Jamal Campbell, Letters by Ariana Maher (Honorable Mention: Power Rangers Prime #4 by Melissa Flores and Michael Yg) Dave: The New Gods #3 (Ram V, Evan Cagle, Riccardo Federici) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Catwoman #73 ( Sebastian Fiumara Cover ) Dan: Storm #5 - Black History Month Variand by Taurin Clarke Interview : Sarah Cho - Camgirl Story and Themes Camgirl explores intense themes like fetishization, sex work stigmatization, and identity. What inspired you to tackle these issues through Dani’s story? Can you give us the elevator pitch for the one-shot? Dani’s dual identity as herself and her online persona, Kyoko, highlights themes of performance and identity. How did you approach crafting the tension between these two worlds? You’ve mentioned exploring how people view and treat Asian women. What message or conversation do you hope Camgirl sparks in readers regarding this cultural obsession and the dangers it brings? Camgirl is framed as a psychosexual thriller. How do you balance the psychological tension and erotic elements to keep the story compelling and meaningful? Characters and Development The antagonist in Camgirl is an obsessive follower of Dani’s online persona. What can you tell us about the psychological or thematic importance of this stalker figure? Creative Process You’ve worked in speculative fiction before with Red Light . How did your creative approach differ when crafting a more grounded but still intense story like Camgirl ? Collaboration with an artist is key in comics. How did C.P. Smith’s art style help bring Dani’s world to life, especially when depicting the dual realities of her life and her online persona? Why the use of drugs in the book? If Dani could take a vacation from both her real life and her online persona, where do you think she’d go, and how would she spend her time off?…

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‘One World Under Doom’: Ryan North takes on Marvel’s ultimate villain 53:46

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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Fantastic Four: First Steps first impressions? Massive Publishing partners with Lunar Distribution, launching new product brand Skybound and Act 4 Publishing announce future Artist and Connoisseur Editions TOP 50 COMICS - JANUARY 2025 Our Top Books of the Week Dave : Batman (2016) #157 (Chip Zdarsky, Jorge Jimenez, Tony S. Daniel) Star Wars: Legacy of Vader #1 (Charles Soule, Luke Ross) Nathan : Ultimates #9 Batman (2016) #157 (Chip Zdarsky, Jorge Jimenez, Tony S. Daniel) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Nathan - Cruel Kingdom #2 (Various) Dave - Absolute Superman #4 (Jason Aaron, Rafa Sandoval) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Dave: One World Under Doom #1 (Ryan North, R.B. Silva) Nathan: One World Under Doom #1 (Ryan North, R.B. Silva) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Absolute Batman #5 ( 1:50 Clay Mann & Seth Mann Virgin Card Stock Cover ) Nathan: Spider-Gwen: The Ghost Spider #10 ( Lee Garbett Foreshadow Variant ) Interview: Ryan North One World Under Doom: Doom's Duality: You’ve described Doom as "the ultimate villain" who always finds a way to win. How do you balance his intellectual, manipulative side with his more overt, imposing displays of power in this series? Vision and Timing: One World Under Doom has been in the works since 2023 and I can’t help but think this was made to be read with a new U.S. president shaking things up, am I way off base with this feeling? The Sorcerer Supreme Element: Incorporating Doom’s newfound status as Sorcerer Supreme super charges the villain yet we know we can’t have characters running around like gods… are there chinks in his armor you’re weaving into this story so that the heroes have a chance to defeat him? Squirrel girl fans must know, will she be a key component of your event? World-Building: Latveria has been shut away for some time, with it seemingly opening up in the first issue, how important to this story are any societal shifts or cultural dynamics spinning out of Doom taking over everything? Collaboration: Last time we spoke in November you were wrapping up the last issue of the arc, with some time to reflect on writing it, along with working with other creative teams for tie-ins, do you have a new perspective on what we’re in store for? Character Reactions: The Avengers and Fantastic Four have faced Doom countless times, yet Doom has been hidden away for some time, does that influence their emotional responses with Doom’s new global domination? The Mystery of Power: The series teases a mystery about how Doom convinced the world’s leaders to accept his rule, and it sort of reminded me of WWI, without giving away spoilers. Were you looking at any historical moments for inspiration to kick off his rule? Visual Storytelling: R.B. Silva’s art is a standout feature of the series, and likely he stuns consistently as I saw with issue #1, but do you have any Silva high water mark moments in any specific issues? Silly Question: If Doctor Doom were to design a reality TV show in his new United Latveria, what would it be called, and who would be its target audience?…

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Unpacking the Massive-Verse ‘Rebuild’ era with Kyle Higgins and Ryan Parrott 1:46:29

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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Marvel reveals ' Godzilla vs. X-Men ' details, out May 2025 Marvel reveals Storm's new armor in 'Storm' #6 and future titles Marvel releases X- MANHUNT connecting covers by Phil Noto New ' X-Manhunt ' trailer teases eight-part X-crossover out March 2025 New Spider-Man villain Hellgate introduced in 'Spider-Man' #1 New murder mystery ' I Am Their Silence ' coming July 2025 EXCLUSIVE SCOOP: Lake Como Comic Art Festival 2025 creator lineup Rob Liefeld's ' Youngblood Deluxe ' coming April 16th Joe Quesada's teases Amazing Comics upcoming titles and creators ‘Superman’ Estate Sues Warner Bros. Discovery, DC Comics To Block Release In Key Territories Our Top Books of the Week Dave : The Seasons #1 (Rick Remender, Paul Azaceta) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #6 (Jason Aaron, Juan Ferreyra) Nathan : Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #6 (Jason Aaron, Juan Ferreyra) Superman: Lex Luthor Special #1 (Joshua Williamson, Eddie Barrows) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Nathan - Ice Cream Man #43 (Matt Fraction, Martin Morazzo) Dave - Redcoat #9 (Geoff Johns, Bryan Hitch) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Dave: Absolute Superman #4 (Jason Aaron, Rafa Sandoval) Nathan: Ultimates #9 (Deniz Camp, Juan Frigeri) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Spectacular Spider-Men #12 ( Alessandro Cappuccio )` Nathan: Gatchaman: Only One Earth #1 ( Tommy Lee Edwards ) Interview : Radiant Black Kyle Higgins, Ryan Parrott - FOC on Radiant Black 31 (Feb 3), which kicks off the "Rebuild" era of the Massive-Verse-- new jumping on points for Radiant Black and Rogue Sun (Rogue Sun #25 FOC February 17), etc. For both: The Massive-Verse has grown into a universe full of interconnected stories. What inspired the decision to begin this new "Rebuild" era, why now? How do Radiant Black #31 and Rogue Sun #25 serve as jumping-on points for new readers? For Kyle (Radiant Black): With Marshall now fully stepping into the role of Radiant Black post-Catalyst War, what unique challenges will he face, both as a hero and as a person, in this new chapter? For Ryan (Rogue Sun): Aurie’s sudden emergence as a second Rogue Sun in issue #25 raises plenty of questions. Can you tease a bit about her background and how her relationship with Dylan will evolve? Why didn’t you renumber with #1 issues? For both: The theme of legacy plays a big role in both Rogue Sun and Radiant Black. How does the idea of who "deserves" to be a hero shape the stories you’re telling in this new era? Massive-verse movie I Am No/One update? Fun question: If Marshall and Dylan were forced to swap cities — Marshall in New Orleans and Dylan in Chicago — who would handle the switch better, and which city’s villains would give them the most trouble? Kyle I’d be remiss not to ask: Spider-Verse vs. Venomverse, anything you can tease?…

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Rick Remender’s ‘The Seasons’: A whimsical, dark, and personal exploration 34:15

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Check out a smattering of the questions asked in this interview below. What sort of themes are you juggling in Seasons? What inspired you to weave these themes together, and how do they relate to the broader human experience? How did you approach building the world of Seasons , and what were some of the unique challenges in creating a story set across different landscapes and "seasons"? Your work often includes flawed and complex protagonists. What can readers expect from the characters in Seasons ? You’ve collaborated with many artists over the years. What drew you to work with Paul Azaceta on this project, and how does his style complement the story? Something so endearing about the first issue is how it seems quite ordinary, yet subtle things like a guy with a jetpack reveal there’s more to this world. How do you balance showing too much or showing just enough? If you two were thrown into the world of Seasons, which of you would last the longest, and what ridiculous strategy would you use to survive? So what's The Seasons about? Summer, Winter, Spring and Autumn are the Seasons Sisters, the daughters of the world-renowned Seasons Detectives. Ten years ago, their famous parents disappeared. Left to raise themselves, the sisters formed an unbreakable bond. Now that bond is tested as the sisters fall prey to sinister forces. The youngest sister, Spring, is the last hope of saving them from a fate worse than death. Will Spring be able to piece her shattered family back together before it’s too late for them all? RICK REMENDER (BLACK SCIENCE) and PAUL AZACETA (OUTCAST) weave an elevated tale of whimsical horror unlike anything ever experienced in comics and it all starts with this double-length premiere issue!…

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Catching up on Absolute Wonder Woman with Kelly Thompson and Hayden Sherman 1:33:08

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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Marvel Comics April 2025 solicitations Marvel announces ' Spider-Verse vs. Venomverse ' #1 Marvel's 'Star Wars' relaunches with renumbering May 2025 Ultimate Mysterio origins and more in the Ultimate Universe April 2025 solicits Marvel announces ' Wolverine and Kitty Pryde ' #1 coming April 2025 Concert of Champions announced ' Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur 10th Anniversary Special ' coming April 2nd Marvel reveals ' Godzilla vs. ' Hulk and Spider-Man details ' Fantastic Four Fanfare ' announced featuring FF creators new and old ' Captain Planet ' #1 rockets into comic shops in April 2025 Vault's Post Malone project ' Big Rig ' gets preview and new details 'I Was a Fashion School Serial Killer ' announced for April 2025 The Spawn universe grows with ‘Black Ritual’ and “Medieval Spawn’ titles ' Giant-Size Wacky Races ' coming to Dynamite in April 2025 Proceeds for April's 'Godzilla vs. Los Angeles' #1 to go to charity DC Comics April 2025 solicitations DC reveals ‘ Summer of Superman ’ publishing initiative First ever DC All In initiative event ' We Are Yesterday ' announced New ' Fire & Ice: When Hell Freezes Over ' #1 series coming soon TOP 50 COMICS - FULL YEAR 2024 Our Top Books of the Week Dave : Ultimate Spider-Man #13 (Jonathan Hickman, Marco Checchetto) Absolute Wonder Woman #5 (Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman) Colin : Superman #22 (Joshua Williamson, Dan Mora) Phoenix #7 (Stephanie Phillips, Marco Renna) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Colin - Superman #22 (Joshua Williamson, Dan Mora) Dave - Absolute Wonder Woman #5 (Kelly Thompson, Hayden Sherman) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Dave: The Seasons #1 (Rick Remender, Paul Azaceta) Colin: Hellhunters #2 (Phillip Kennedy Johnson, Adam Gorham) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: X-Men #10 ( Ryan Stegman ) Colin: Monsters #3 ( Mark Spears ) Interview : Kelly Thompson/Hayden Sherman - Absolute Wonder Woman #4 - Mid arc check-in Introducing Absolute Barbara Minerva The Absolute version of Barbara Minerva is introduced in this arc. What inspired her design and characterization? Diana’s sacrifice Wonder Woman made the ultimate sacrifice last issue, cutting off her arm to set Steve free. Can you talk about what went into making such a bold decision? Exploring Diana’s Loss The solicit for issue #4 mentions that Diana pays a price she can’t bear. Without giving away spoilers, how does this loss shape her emotionally and strategically moving forward? Collaboration Between Writer and Artist How do you work together to bring Diana’s sacrifices and triumphs to life, especially in such emotionally and visually impactful moments? Building Diana’s Allies Allies play a crucial role in Diana’s journey in issue #4. Can you tease any new or returning characters and their importance to the story? Balancing Epic and Intimate Stakes Absolute Wonder Woman balances large-scale conflict with deeply personal stakes. How do you ensure both aspects feel equally significant? You’ve said that Historia is sort of part of the DNA of the book even if it’s not cannon. Could you mention anything specfic you drew from that and where may have diverged? Recently there’s been a growing amount of WW/Cheetah shippers, does that influence your use of Barbara Minerva at all? A question from Ryan Perry, you’ve effectively used hyperviolence so that it’s something the reader can’t look away from, yet it doesn’t feel provocative. Is there a science to balancing a compassionate message with that same hyper-violence?…

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Daniel Kibblesmith on fleshing out Darkwing Duck with new tales 1:34:47

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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Allegations against Neil Gaiman were expanded upon in a new Vulture article. The Vulture article by Lila Shapiro dives into the disturbing allegations of sexual misconduct against renowned author Neil Gaiman, as well as the ripple effects on his professional and personal life, including his estranged wife Amanda Palmer. Through detailed accounts from accusers and an exploration of Gaiman's history, career, and relationships, the piece scrutinizes how his public persona as a feminist and literary icon contrasts with the dark claims emerging about his behavior. This investigative feature challenges readers to reckon with the power dynamics, silence, and consequences that often surround such allegations in creative industries. Gaiman responds Marvel teases 'One World Under Doom' #3 with covers and more Doctor Doom’s ‘ Superior Avengers ’ launching April 2025 Marvel reveals every 'One World Under Doom' tie-in solicit for April 2025 Storm's 50th anniversary to introduce Thunder Gods in 'Storm' #7 Marvel confirms Venom’s identity to be revealed in ‘ All-New Venom’ #5 Ironheart gets new one-shot 'Ironheart: Bad Chemstry' for April 2025 ' Star Wars: Jedi Knights ' #1 to feature long lost character Atha Prime Dan Slott to write ‘ Superman Unlimited ’ ongoing series in May 2025 DC reveals Free Comic Book Day 2025 offerings DC Preview: DC Power: Rise of the Power Company DC annouces ' The Power Company: Recharged ' for April 2025 New 'Criminal' printings coming ahead of TV show launch Five new ‘G.I. Joe’ Silent Missions one-shots announced Diamond Comic Distributors, Inc. files for bankruptcy Vault Comics announces direct-to-retailer distribution option Our Top Books of the Week Dave : Star Trek: Lower Decks (2024) #3 (Ryan North, Jack Lawrence) The Nice House by the Sea (2024) #5 (James Tynion IV, Alvaro Martinez Bueno) CJ : Storm #4 - Marvel (Murowera Ayodele, Lucas Werneck) Black Lightning #3 - DC (Brandon Thomas, Fico Ossio) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: CJ - Ultimate Wolverine #1 (Chris Condon, Alessandro Cappucio) Dave - Wonder Woman #17 (Tom King, Daniel Sampere) (note it was delayed to some comic shops) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Dave: Doctor Doom & Rocket Raccoon #1 (J. Michael Straczynski, Will Robson) CJ: Power Rangers Prime #3 (Melissa Flores, Michael Yg) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Absolute Wonder Woman #4 ( Elizabeth Torque Card Stock Cover ) CJ: Ultraman X Avengers #4 ( Dike Ruan Cover ) Interview : Daniel Kibblesmith - Darkwing Duck #1 artists: Ted Brandt, Ro Stein "Darkwing Duck" has always had a mix of action, humor, and heart. How do you balance these elements in your storytelling, especially with the comedic tone of an 'unauthorized autobiography'? The series promises to explore Darkwing's early crime-fighting days. Were there any specific challenges or opportunities in crafting his 'early days' narrative while staying true to the character fans love? Chances of a Batman Year One reference? Will there be data pages? Gosalyn plays a key role in Darkwing's world. How does her perspective shape the narrative in this series, and how does her dynamic with DW evolve through the story? I recently spoke to Jeff Parker about Zootopia, how has it been working with Disney on this? What inspired the idea of framing this series as an 'unauthorized (and unorganized) autobiography'? How does this approach bring new depth or humor to the character? Darkwing Duck has an impressive rogues' gallery. Can fans expect to see any iconic villains in this series, and how do they fit into his 'possibly embellished' origin story? Brandt & Stein bring their artistic talents to the series. How do their visuals enhance the humor, action, or nostalgic feel of Darkwing Duck ? What do you hope long-time fans of Darkwing Duck and newcomers alike take away from this series? In Shops: Feb 19, 2025…

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Inside Charles Soule and Ryan Browne’s ‘The Lucky Devils’ 1:23:49

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Visit our Patreon page to see the various tiers you sign up for today to get in on the ground floor of AIPT Patreon. We hope to see you chatting with us on our Discord soon! NEWS Top 50 Comics December Milestone ' Wolverine' #400 features two tales and more New one-shot ‘ Kid Juggernaut ’ coming April 2025 Marvel unveils Black History Month variant covers out February 2025 Ram V's ' Resurrection Man: Quantum Karma ' coming in April 2025 The Uncanny Experience fan event returns July 12-13, 2025 Our Top Books of the Week Dave : Cruel Kingdom #1 (Oni Press) Zootopia #1 (Jeff Parker, Alessandro Ranaldi) Nathan : Absolute Batman #4 (Scott Snyder, Gabriel Hernandez Walta) Moon Man #6 (Scott Mescudi, Kyle Higgins, Joe Clark, Federico Bertoni) Standout KAPOW moment of the week: Nathan - Daredevil: Unleash Hell #1 (Erica Schultz, Valentina Pinti) Dave - Absolute Batman #4 (Scott Snyder, Gabriel Hernandez Walta) TOP BOOKS FOR NEXT WEEK Dave: New Gods #2 (Ram V, Evan Cagle) Nathan: Ultimate Wolverine #1 (Christopher Condon, Alessandro Cappucio) JUDGING BY THE COVER JR. Dave: Storm #4 ( Karen Darboe Cover ) Nathan: The Question: All Along the Watchtower #3 ( Jorge Fornés ) Interview : Interview: Lucky Devils - Charles Soule, Ryan Browne What inspired the concept of The Lucky Devils ? Was there a specific moment or idea that sparked the "devil on your shoulder" premise? After the massive success of Eight Billion Genies , did you feel any pressure to create something equally ambitious? How did that influence the development of The Lucky Devils ? The series explores Faustian bargains and humanity’s struggle with temptation. What drew you to this theme, and how do you balance humor and darkness in such a morally complex story? How did you come to 9 issues specifically for the series? Character and Story Questions The road to Hell is paved with good intentions—is this series more of a cautionary tale, or is it about embracing the chaos? Creative Process Questions Ryan, you mentioned pushing the limits of "crazy world-building insanity"—what’s been the most fun or challenging thing to draw so far? Charles, how did your experience with morally complex stories like Star Wars or The Oracle Year influence your approach to writing The Lucky Devils ? Fun Question If you had a literal devil on your shoulder like in The Lucky Devils , what do you think it would tell you to do first? Would you listen? Closing Question What do you hope readers take away from The Lucky Devils ? Is there a particular emotion, idea, or lesson you want them to ponder after closing the final issue?…

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Exploring the Depths: Jeremy Adams talks new 'Aquaman' series 56:05

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