Why Comics?

Hey, this is a weird way to do this, but this is the end of "Why Comics?" I don't see any real future where the show comes back, but as most of us know, never say never. However, I just can't do it with the same energy …

Join Jesse and the co-host of the After School Anime Podcast, Max Newland, as they talk about their love for Dragon Ball Z, dubs, and most …

Join Jesse and the co-host of ARGonauts, The Dead Teen House Party, creator of many games, and the writer of Praire Song & Antlers, Marn S. as they talk about The Venture Brothers. They dive deep into Spoilers for …

Join Jesse and the host of the Hyperfixation podcast on the Moonshot Network, Roma, as they talk full spoilers on Chainsaw Man part 2 and …

Join Jesse and the writer of the upcoming Dark Crisis event at DC, the Current Shadow War event that is happening in the Batman, Robin, and Deathstroke Inc. books, and the Black Label title Rogues, Joshua Williamson (…

Join Jesse and the writer & co-creator of the comic "Beastlands", Curtis Clow (@CurtisClow) as they talk about the work that goes into a Kickstarter, favorite comics, and the difference between writing an ongoing …

Join Jesse as he gives a small update on the show. 

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Join Jesse and special guest, David Mann (@DavidMann95) as they talk about the Webtoon "the Boxer" by JH. 

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Join Jesse, Hana, and special guest, But Why Tho?'s Kate Sánchez (@OhMyMithrandir) as they talk full spoilers for "The Batman" (2022). 

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Join Jesse and Hana as they talk about "Batman: Ego" by Darwyn Cooke. They also talk about the stories "Batman: Date Night" and "Selina's Big Score" 

Next week, we'll be doing a spoiler cast for "The Batman" (2022) with …

For this week, we're releasing the first bonus episode from our Patreon in the main feed. In this episode, we're talking about the 1941 serial film "Adventures of Captain Marvel". Find more in the future at …

Join Jesse, Hana, and, special guest, Chris Edgerton (@wheels1993) as they talk about the first six issues of "Vengeance of The Moon Knight", comics …

Join Jesse, Hana, and, special guest, Riley Hopkins (@RevRyeBread) as they talk about the IDW Sonic comics, Batgirl, and more!

Next week read along with us as we talk about the first six issues of "Vengeance of The Moon …

Join Hana and Jesse as they talk about "The Girl from the Sea" by Molly Knox Ostertag and some X-Men talk (what do you expect when Hana hosts).

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Join Jesse and Hana as they talk about Jason Todd and the first sixteen issues of "The Immortal Iron Fist" by David Aja, Matt Fraction, and Ed Brubaker.

In two weeks we'll be talking about "The Girl from the Sea" by …

Join Jesse & Hana as in this episode they talk to Matt Storm AKA Stormageddon (@dj_stormageddon) about the two Sony Venom movies. They have a good time talking about their silliness, but also why they're perfect …

Hello and welcome to the new "Why Comics?" podcast. Join Jesse and new co-host Hana as they talk about a new comic every two weeks. They'll also be talking about comic news that they feel like bringing up, comic-related …

Join Jesse and, powerhouse comic book writer, Chip Zdarsky as they talk about all of Chip's current and upcoming books, some industry talk, and they also talk about manga. 

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Join Jesse and himself as he talks end of the year, teases what's next, and talks about a few comics he loves right now. 

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Join Jesse and returning guest, Steve Orlando (@thatsteveorlando) as they talk about all of Steve's many current projects, some from the past, and …

Join Jesse and returning guest Chris Compendio ( @compenderizer ) as they catch up and talk about the state of the MCU so far. 

Find all more information about Chris here: https://www.chriscompendio.com/

Reason for the …

Join Jesse and the writer behind the best-selling & award-winning books like Spencer & Locke and the O.Z., David Pepose (@Peposed) as they talk about bending genre, making sure to live up to yourself, and …

Join Jesse and the writers & artists behind books like Powder Puff Girls, Rick & Morty and Dungeons & Dragons, Aggretsuko, My Little Pony, Ward's Valley, and Angora Napkin, Troy Little (@meanwhilestudio on …

Join Jesse and, the writer & co-creator of Witchblood at Vault and Good Luck at Boom Studios, Matthew Erman (@matthewerman). They discuss …

Join Jesse and, writer of many projects, Hannibal Tabu (@hannibaltabu) talk about some of Hannibal's current projects, the importance of character in comics, and how important these stories are. There might even be some …

Join Jesse and writer & co-creator of "Stud and the Bloodblade", Perry Crowe (@pacrowe). They talk about Stud and just how to build a full story. 

Join Jesse and, his friend, Glenn Battishill (@glennbattishill) as they talk about the manga "Way of the House Husband" by Kousuke Oono

Reason for the new name: https://twitter.com/whycomicspod/status/1384583732506632192

Join Jesse and, his friend, Chris Edgerton (@wheels1993) as they talk about good reading points on the marvel unlimited app. 

Chris' previous episode: https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/ei5r4l

Reason for the new name: …

Join Jesse and DC Collumist & Trivia Lord Alex Jaffe (@alexjaffe) as they talk about a Captain Marvel collection, the state of the character and …

Join Jesse and writer Jonathan Thompson (@cmdrofzed) as they talk about Jonathan's new Kickstarter comic "The Killer: In the Dead of Night" and all the other books he's been working on recently. 

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Join Jesse and the co-creators of "Middlewest" and the new Image book "The Me You Love in the Dark", Skottie Young (@skottieyoung) & Jorge Corona (@jecorona). They talk about the new book, the process of making it, …

Join Jesse and the creators of the comic book "Everyone is Tulip", Nicole Goux (@nicolegoux) & Dave Baker (@xdavebakerx) as they talk about the …

Join Jesse and, one of the Mangasplaining Co-Hosts, David Brothers (@hermanos) as they just talk about manga. They talk about the ways it's the same as western books, but also talk about what it does that they'd like to …

Join Jesse and, Uppercut Crit's own, Kayla Jouet (@oakayla) as they talk about "Paper Girls" written by Brian K. Vaughan, illustrated by Cliff …

Join Jesse and, returning guest, Grace Benfell (@grace_machine) as they talk about comic book movies, the relationship between creators and corporations, and what we want to see happen next. 

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Join Jesse and Jesse alone for a very short update episode.

Reason for the new name: https://twitter.com/whycomicspod/status/1384583732506632192

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Join Jesse and, A.V. Club Writer, Caitlin Rosberg (@crosberg) as they talk about Caitlin's history with comics, Captain America First Avenger, and Labor Unions within Comics. 

Caitlin's work at the A.V. Club: …

Join Jesse and his good comic friend Brett Downard as they talk "Locke and Key" by Joe Hill and Gabriel Hernandez, comic collecting, and other …

Join Jesse and the writer of Infidel & The Good Asian, Pornsak Pichetshote (@real_pornsak) about his works, his process, and just a lot of noir. 

Join Jesse and, for the third time, Steve Orlando (@thesteveorlando) as they talk about all of Steve current books, a few upcoming ones, and some …

Join Jesse and the writer for Twin Blades (a hit Kickstarter), Jarred Luján (@jarredlujan) as they talk about Twin Blades, working a Kickstarter, comic inspirations, and other projects.

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Join guest Host Glenn Battishill (@glennbattishill), as he interviews Jesse about one year of the podcast about the comics that mattered to him. 

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Join Jesse and his guest, the amazing DC writer, Joshua Williamson (@williamson_josh) as they talk about all of Joshua's DC works, the DC universe as …

Join Jesse and his guest, the writer of the web comic "ROSANA!" (@rosanacomic), Jessica Ginting (@JGINTING). They talk about her comic book origins, the creative process, and more!

You can find "ROSANA!" here: …

Join Jesse as he talked about what he's been reading and consuming lately. He also answers some fan questions!

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Join Jesse and the creative team of the new Dark Horse Original Graphic Novel, Renegade Rule, Ben Kahn (@benthekahn), Rachel Silverstein (@flirtymango

Join Jesse and writer Mattie Lewis (@devilsdoorbell_) about "By Chance or Providence" by Becky Cloonan & "Through the Woods" by Em Carroll. They …

Join Jesse and the creators/hosts of the SomeGoodShows Podcast Network, Kam Konek (@thekamdyman) & Nate Brandt (@victoryposition). Kam knows nothing about comic books. So, Nate and Jesse take turns explaining some …

Join Jesse and the owner of the Comics Conspiracy in Sunnyvale CA, Ryan Higgins (@ryanhigginsryan) as they talk about Ryan's secret origin, the New Warriors and more. 

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Join Jesse and writer Ram V (@therightram) as they talk about all of Ram's recent, current, and upcoming books. They also talk about how he approaches each series and how the idea of Blue In Green started. 

Ram's work …

Join Jesse and Grace Benfell (@grace_machine) as they talk about "On a Sunbeam" by Tillie Walden, ambiguity in fantasy, and more. 

Grace's articles …

Join Jesse for the first podcast of 2021. With him today are two amazing guests, Hana Kim (@_hanatwothree) & Anthony Grecco (@aceboogiewav) as they talk about Tom King & Mitch Gerads' "Mister Miracle" and …

Join Jesse and Sean Dillon (@deathchrist2000) as they talk about Sean's newest Kickstarter for his novel "The Tower Through the Trees" and more on the world of writing. 

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Join Jesse and the co-writers of the new Aftershock OGN "Kill a Man", Steve Orlando (@thesteveorlando) & Phillip Kennedy Johnson (@phillipkjohnson) as they talk about the new graphic novel, their writing process, …

Join Jesse and writer/artist Jorge Zevallos (@simplerbolder), as they talk about his comic one-shot "Wall Breakers", working on a comic by yourself, …

Join Jesse and, returning guest, Chip Zdarsky (@zdarsky) as they talk about the origins and the world of Chip's new independent book "Stillwater", the new Daredevil issues that cross with the "King in Black" event, and …

Join Jesse and himself as he does a quick question and answer from some viewers and friends. 

Check out Jonathan Thompson's Kickstarter here.

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Join Jesse and writer of Jonathan Thompson(@cmdrofzed) talking about his new comic and kickstarter "Burn Residue". They also discuss just the writing process and the things that they are enjoying at the moment. 

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Join Jesse and, a fantastic guest, comic writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson (@PhillipKJohnson) as they talk about all of Phillip's work, the things that influenced them, and Jesse & Phillips shared love for Batman. 

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Join Jesse and returning special guest Chris Compendio (@Compenderizer) as they talk about the Agents of Shield tv show (and spoil the entire thing), the comics that were inspired by it and more MCU things.  

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Join Jesse and special guest Brett, as they talk about their love of collecting, Brett's love for Onslaught, and a lot of love of comics. 

Ways to …

CW: We talk about sexual assault, sexual trauma, abusive relationships, and just toxic environments. Please skip if you don't think you can listen to …

Join Jesse and Steve Orlando (@thesteveorlando) as they talk about all of Steves upcoming books, what inspired them, and some of the first comic …

Listener note: I screwed up someone’s pronouns by accident on the show but corrected myself. I’m sorry if it comes across awkward. Always trying my best. Join Jesse and Izzy Sio (@delirilyn) as they talk about The …

Join Jesse and writer Jonathan Thompson (@cmdrofzed) as they talk about Jonathan's book "Tales From The Dead Astronaut", the process of making an independent comic, and what inspires Jonathan. 

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Join Jesse as he talks about the major loss of Chadwick Boseman, Marvel's Avengers video game, We Only Find Them When They're Dead, a special moment in Batman, and a listener story. 

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Join Jesse and Sean Dillon (@deathchrist2000) as they talk about Sean's book "One Must Imagine Scott Free Happy", the New Gods, process of criticism , and more.

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Join Jesse and Ty Gailz-Rowe (@ty_grrrrrrrr) as they talk about Poison Ivy, the dynamics of villainess, Gotham politics, and if being a "bad guy" …

Join Jesse and Chris Edgerton (@wheels1993) as they talk about No One Left to Fight, representation of disabilities in comics, what a superhero is in real life, and more.

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Join Jesse and Andrew Cogswell (@cogsthewell) as they talk about Y the Last Man, revisiting old work, and more. 
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Join Jesse and Lizzy Garcia (@lizzylynngarcia) as they talk about Batman, the creators, and comics in general. 

Ways to  show Black Lives Matter: …

Join Jesse and Jessica Cogswell (@jessacogs) as they talk about American Vampire by Scott Snyder and Rafael Albuquerque. We talk about feminism, my chemical romance and so many vampires.
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Join Jesse and Grace Benfell (@grace_machine) as they talk about Zot! by Scott McCloud, how it deconstructs comics, examines art, and many other topics.  
Ways to  show Black Lives Matter: …

CW: Death and Abuse. 

Join Jesse as he talks about the legacy of Denny O'Neil, standing with victims of abuse, and talking about his favorite black creators. 

Ways to support George Floyd's family and show Black Lives …

Join Jesse and Ben Kahn (@BenTheKahn) as they talk about Ben's book Gryffen, the books that inspired Ben, and behind the scenes of Ben's creative …

Join Jesse and Chris (@compenderizer) as they talk about JLA/Avengers, the dichotomy of giants, why cross overs are rad, and why we will probably never see this type of book again.
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Join Jesse and Nate for this bonus episode, introducing a new Patreon exclusive show called "Sorting Issues"! Every other week, Jesse and Nate will …

CW: Talk about abuse and things surrounding it. 
Join Jesse and Monti (@friedmonti) as they talk about Scott Pilgrim Vs the World and how it challenges what it means to grow as a person, trauma, problematic favorites, …

Join Jesse and Glenn (@GlennBattishill) to talk about the vast world of Star Wars' Comics and the way comics can help us deal with guilt. 
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Join Jesse and this episode's special guest John Siuntres as they talk movies, tv, and most importantly comic books!
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CW// We talk briefly about suicide and abuse. 
Join Jesse as he talked to Darby (on twitter @legendofdarby) about Harley Quinn. We talk about how characters can help heal and how we need to let our female characters …

Join Jesse and special guest Chip Zdarsky as they talk about what makes a good villain, how to treat legacy and many other aspects of writing.
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Join Jesse as he explores vol.1 of Beet the Vandel Buster by Riku Sanjo and Koji Inada. He explores how this book helps him understand empathy and …

In this episode, I talk about how Calvin and Hobbes by Bill Waterson captured humanity within a few panels. 
Theme: Joy in the Restaurant by David Szesztay
Logo by Stephen Mayfield
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Content Warning: Talking about Death

Theme: Joy in the Restaurant by David Szesztay

Cover Art by Stephen Mayfield

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