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Comics Discourse 114

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 05/10/2026

It’s another Top of the Stack, with a special focus on new #1s! We’re talking recent reads from #DCComics, #MarvelComics, Abrams, #ImageComics, #DarkHorseComics, #IDW & more. Plus, Hassan shares stories from #BaltimoreComicCon2026! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 210: October Top of the Stack: Comic Book Recent Reads

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · October 4 · 1h 27m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Marvel Fanfare #9 has a giant-sized Man-Thing, and Brian and Ants are exactly as mature as you would expect. Demons, a struggling rock band, The Jungle Book, and a Butch Guice portfolio. Just another Side Stack. #MarvelComics #MarvelFanfare #ManThing youtu.be/7CT0ZUYXhgs

Side Stack: #MarvelFanfare Episode 9

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

What would have happened to the DC Universe if Superman had never been adopted by the Kents? Shane from Comic Geek Speak joins us to dive into the Elseworlds classic Justice League of America: The Nail by Alan Davis. #DCComics #JusticeLeague #Superman podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 209: Justice League of America - The Nail by Alan Davis

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · September 27 · 1h 8m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 8: #DoctorStrange #MarvelComics #junglebook podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 8

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · September 23 · 22m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 8: #DoctorStrange #MarvelComics #junglebook youtu.be/zeP2qnO7bLk

Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 8: #DoctorStrange #MarvelComics #junglebook

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

#IgnitionPress Publisher Filip Sablik joins us to talk about the launch of Ignition Press, reflecting on their first anniversary, the current lineup of books, and what the publisher has planned for the future. #Comicbooks podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 208: A Conversation with Ignition Press Publisher Filip Sablik

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · September 20 · 1h 12m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

A new Side Stack episode! Marvel Fanfare 7 with the #Hulk #Daredevil #MarvelComics podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 7

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · September 16 · 21m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

A new Side Stack episode! Marvel Fanfare 7 with the #Hulk #Daredevil #MarvelComics youtu.be/gAjL5BkvOFQ

Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 7 #Hulk #marvelcomics #Daredevil

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

In addition, we talk about the brand-new Legion of Super-Heroes #1 from DC Comics’ Next Level line by writer Joshua Williamson and artist Hayden Sherman. #LongLivetheLegion!

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Episode 207: The hosts are not lost, but deep into #DCComics #LegionofSuperHeroes! Special guest Raj returns as we discuss the classic #LegionLost by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning, with art primarily by Olivier Coipel. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 207: Legion Lost

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · September 13 · 1h 18m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Side Stack: We discuss Marvel Fanfare #6 which is full of magic and amazing art packed inside one of the best covers ever! #Spiderman #ScarletWitch #DoctorStrange #MarvelComics podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 6

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · September 9 · 26m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

With #SpiderManBrandNewDay bringing #SpiderMan and the #Punisher together on the big screen, we take a look back at Peter and Frank’s relationship through the decades in #MarvelComics podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 206: Spider-Man and Punisher Team-Ups

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · September 6 · 55m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

In #MarvelFanfare Issue 5, Clea’s nemesis, Nicodemus breaks into the Sanctum to steal the power of the Sorcerer Supreme! Since you’ve probably never heard of him, I bet you know how that works out. #DoctorStrange #MarvelComics podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 5

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · September 2 · 23m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

We discuss Arcadia, Murder Podcast, The Patron, The Other/Half, Everyone Loves a Jewel Thief, Dispatched, Just Brutal, The Dogsitter, Bad Thoughts, Deluge, Voyeur, Minotaur, and more as we take a look at what Ignition Press has been building and which books have caught our attention.

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

We spotlight rising #comicbook publisher #IgnitionPress, exploring its growing lineup of creator-owned comics. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 205: Spotlight on Ignition Press

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · August 30 · 1h 9m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

In #MarvelFanfare 3, #SpiderMan high tailed it out of the Savage Land, so Angel calls in his buddies from the #XMen; Wolverine, Storm, Colossus, and Nightcrawler! And Marvel called in famed X-Men artist Dave Cockrum to team up with Chris Claremont! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 3

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · August 20 · 23m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Side Stack Episode 2: Issue two of #MarvelFanfare is action packed! Where else are you going to see were-pterodactyls, Sabertooth tigers, mutates, giant spiders, and chickens? All brought to you by Claremont and Golden. #MarvelComics #Spiderman #Comicbooks podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Side Stack: Marvel Fanfare 2

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · August 13 · 22m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Special guest Shane Kelly from #ComicGeekSpeak joins us to revisit Destiny’s Hand story by #DanJurgens, originally told in Justice League America 72–75. #DCComics. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Short Stack Episode: In the inaugural issue of Marvel Fanfare, #SpiderMan and Angel team-up for a trip to the Savage Land, brought to us by Chris Claremont & Michael Golden. #MarvelComics #Comicbooks podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Short Stack: Marvel Fanfare 1

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · August 6 · 33m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Join us as we explore the launch of X-Force from the ashes of The New Mutants, featuring Cable, Domino, Deadpool, Weapon X, Juggernaut, and a Spider-Man team-up. Plus, Bryan makes us all incredibly jealous as he shares stories from San Diego Comic-Con, including his chance to meet Todd McFarlane.

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

We revisit two legendary #MarvelComics from two of the comic book’s most iconic creators: #XForce 1- 4 by#RobLiefeld and #Spiderman 16 by #ToddMcFarlane. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 201: X-Force, Spider-Man, Liefeld, & McFarlane

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · August 3 · 1h 9m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Join Brian and Anthony as they start their #MarvelFanfare journey. In this zero episode they discuss what Marvel Fanfare is, how it came to be, the editorial and creative teams behind it, and just why they are doing this! #MarvelComics podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Side Stack Episode 0: Marvel Fanfare Introduction

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · July 30 · 16m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

Which creators have gone to the next level since we started the show? What has been Hassan’s favorite creator interaction over the years? What annoys Bryan about Brian? How have our reading habits changed over the years? What are the plans for the show’s future?

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

It’s Episode 200! Who doesn’t love a milestone episode?! Anthony G returns to help us celebrate by hosting a Q&A about #comicbooks, #manga, and the podcast itself! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 200: Comic Book and Manga Talk!!!

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · July 27 · 1h 23m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

And a whole lot more from DC Comics, Image Comics, Marvel and other publishers, including Infernal Hulk, Deadman, Firestorm, End of Life, Odin, Of the Earth, If Destruction Be Our Lot, and more.

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Brian and Hassan shuffle the stack to discuss their latest comic book reads, including the conclusion of Absolute Martian Manhunter; the launches of two new events, Avengers: Armageddon from Marvel Comics and Who Are the Unbelieveables? from Ghost Machine. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

It is that time of the year, where we look back at the first half of 2026 and discuss our favorite comic books and manga from several publishers, including #ImageComics, #DCComics, #MarvelComics, #DarkHorseComics, #AbramsBooks, MadCave Studios, Rebellion, & others podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 198: 2026 Mid-Year Favorite Comic Books and Manga!!!

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · July 13 · 1h 17m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

We are joined by writer @davewielgosz.bsky.social discuss his #Showdown series from #IgnitionPress, his upcoming #Batman story in the Detective Comics Annual 2026, his experiences as a former editor at #DCComics editor, and our mutual love of #comicbooks podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 197: Interview with Dave Wielgosz

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · July 6 · 1h 27m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

Hassan introduces the guys to one of his all-time favorite anniversary comics: Justice League of America #200. Written by #GerryConway w/ artwork by #GeorgePérez & legendary comic creators, this landmark #DCComics issue celebrates the history of the #JusticeLeague podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 196: Justice League of America 200!!!

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · June 29 · 1h 3m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Plus they review the new #ImageComics and Skybound #Rom comic from the Mask blind bag and discuss the latest #DCComics Next Level announcements, including the return of the Legion of Super-Heroes, Doom Patrol, and Teen Titans!

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Surprise! In this one-shot special, Brian and Hassan recap their trip to #HeroesCon2026! They share stories about the creators they met, the books and original art they picked up, the #DCComics Absolute panel, catching up with friends, and other adventures. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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One-Shot Special: Heroes Con 2026 Recap

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · June 24 · 43m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Plus, we talk #manga with After God, Manhole, Dungeon Tower, Record Journey, AfterGlow, Land of the Lustrous, and Tonight, I Have a Date with a Serial Killer.

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

We conclude our #comicbook monthly spotlight on #WitchHatAtelier by Kamome Shirahama. Special guest & Brimmed Cap Frank joins us to discuss Volumes 4 and 5 (Chapters 18–29), which conclude the first major story arc & first season of the Crunchyroll anime. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 195: Witch Hat Atelier Vol 4 and 5 by Kamome Shirahama

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · June 22 · 55m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Written by #ChrisClaremont, this Acts of Vengeance crossover features #Wolverine, Psylocke, Jubilee, the Hand, Forge, Storm, Banshee, and the first and only appearance of the Mandarin in an X-Men story.

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Episode 194: We’re joined by special guest @darrelltaylor.bsky.social from Gotham by Geeks to discuss #JimLee’s first #XMen story arc in Uncanny X-Men #256–258. #MarvelComics podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 194: Psychic British Asian Ninja Mutant - X-Men, Wolverine, Psylocke & Jublie

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · June 15 · 1h 14m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

We touch upon Secret Wars, Crisis of Infinite Earths, Fear Itself, Age of Apocalypse, Legends, Millennium, Infinite Crisis, Final Crisis, Blackest Night, and many more.

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

We look at the characters introduced during these events, how they impacted the stories they debuted in, whether they ever returned afterward, and which ones ultimately became bigger than the event itself.

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

We explore characters created specifically for comic book events from #DCComics and #MarvelComics. Joining us for the discussion is special guest @peterrios.bsky.social from #ComicGeekSpeak. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 193: Comic Book Events Characters!

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · June 8 · 1h 29m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

We also discuss Megalith, Shin Zero, Judge Dredd, 2000 AD, Captain America vs. Aliens, Fantastic Four, Mujina Into the Deep, and much more!

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Leading this month’s Top of the Stack is one of the year’s biggest new launches, Absolute Green Arrow. Our discussion also dives into several other new releases, including Odin, Showdown, Inwards, The Spectacular Spider-Man: Brand New Day, and the newest DC Next Level book, Barbara Gordon: Breakout.

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

This month’s recent comic book reads episode spans major new #1 issues, British and European comics, manga, Kickstarter projects, and plenty of comic book discussion touching on publishers including #DCComics, #MarvelComics, #ImageComics, #IgnitionPress, and more. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 192: Top of the Stack - Recent Comic Book Reads!

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · June 1 · 1h 11m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

We discuss recent Image titles including D'Orc, She-Spawn, White Sky, If Destruction Be Our Lot, The Royals, Narco, Red Roots, Fireborn, Lost Fantasy, plus final issue discussions for I Hate Fairyland and Sacrificers.

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

#ImageComics has been on a hot streak lately, so we’re tackle some of the publisher’s newest releases, along with a couple books that recently wrapped up their runs. #comicbooks podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 191: Image Comics New Releases!!

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · May 25 · 1h 15m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Episode 190: We continue our monthly spotlight on #WitchHatAtelier by #KamomeShirahama. Special guest Frank joins us to discuss Volumes 2 and 3 (chapters 8–17). Plus, we discuss the anime adaptation on #Crunchyroll. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 190: Witch Hat Atelier Vol 2 and 3 by Kamome Shirahama

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · May 18 · 51m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

Plus we discuss Daredevil: Born Again Season 2 on Disney + and Jessica Jones Blind Spot by Kelly Thompson and Mattia De luis.

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 11/05/2026

It’s a #Daredevil and #MarvelComics episode as we dive into the classic and brutal Without Fear story by #EdBrubaker, #MichaelLark, and #StefanoGuadiano (Daredevil Vol, 2 100 -105). podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 189: Daredevil Without Fear by Ed Brubaker & Michael Lark

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · May 11 · 53m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Set early in #Batman career, this series dives deep into the horrors lurking within Gotham City, told across four interconnected stories.

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 04/05/2026

Episode 188: We begin to see the patterns as we journey into the past to explore #BatmanDarkPatterns, the #DCComics limited comic book series and new collection by #DanWatters and #HaydenSherman. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 188: Batman Dark Patterns by Dan Watters and Hayden Sherman

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · May 4 · 58m

Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

This episode, we break down the absolute chaos of #AbsoluteBatman 19 from Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta, discuss the comics journalism and Top Ten lists with the new fun Comics! The Magazine, the upcoming new book from Skybound, Terminal, and explore a packed slate of reads!

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Episode 187: Top of the Stack: Recent Comic Book Reads

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · April 27 · 56m

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Comics Discourse 114 @comicsdiscourse114.bsky.social · 27/04/2026

Episode 187: It’s time for another Top of the Stack. we we dive into highlights of our comic book recent reads and industry news from #DCComics, #MarvelComics, #ImageComics, IDW Publishing, Abrams Books, and others. podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/c...

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Episode 187: Top of the Stack: Recent Comic Book Reads

Podcast Episode · Comics Discourse 114 · April 27 · 56m