Multiverse Comics

The Multiverse Team

Welcome to the Multiverse! This is a comic book podcast hosted by the staff of the Multiverse Comics in Hurst, TX. We talk about Comic Books, back issues, current releases, movies, comic TV, etc. The real feature here is the comics and the deep cut conversations from the hosts. The Multiverse Podcast provides a delightful glimpse into the lives of avid comic book collectors. The hosts' stories of their early encounters with beloved characters and their experiences with the changing comic book landscape resonate with fellow collectors, reminding them of the emotional ties that bind them to the hobby. Through the podcast, listeners gain insights into the evolution of comic book collecting, from single issues to trade paperbacks, and the introduction of digital comics. This captivating series celebrates the enduring allure of comic books and the community of collectors who continue to cherish this beloved medium.

  1. 1 dag geleden

    What’s up with Doctor Doom Right now? - Multiverse Podcast

    Is Doctor Doom actually the hero we deserved all along? That’s the question that ends up on the table — and nobody has a clean answer. Jason, Scott, and Steven dig into what makes Doom work as a character (and what breaks him). They get into *One World Under Doom*, Hickman’s Fantastic Four run, Doom’s unlikely relationship with Valeria Richards, his alliance with Namor, the "Doom would never strike a woman" John Byrne moment, and why RDJ has a lot to prove. They also make the case for why Doom sits somewhere between villain, despot, and reluctant hero — and why that’s exactly what makes him dangerous to get wrong in the MCU. Grab the books they talked about at multiverse.shop. Singles, trades, back issues — we’ve got you. ``` 0:00 Intro — Doomquest and the comedic turn 0:46 How Doom has to be written to work 1:35 One World Under Doom — are we better off? 2:30 John Byrne’s best Doom moment 3:15 Doom riding a bear 3:27 Doom and Valeria Richards — Hickman’s run 3:57 How Doom became Valeria’s godfather 5:00 Doom on Mephisto’s throne in Captain America 6:00 Doom vs. Darkseid — who can carry a story? 8:39 The MCU risk: don’t make him Ultron 9:34 Super Villain Team-Up and the Doom/Namor alliance 10:05 Dark Reign and the Cabal 10:44 "I’ll take the land, you’ll take the ocean" 11:14 Namor in the MCU 11:30 Buy all the Doom books ``` multiverse.shop If you’re enjoying the show, subscribe and drop a comment — where do you land on Doom?Mentioned in this episode: Intro Outro

    12 min.
  2. 19 jun

    5 Comics Worth Your Money This Week (One Almost Got Us Banned) - Multiverse Comics Podcast

    **What Are We Reading? | Comic Talk** The guys sit down and dig into what’s been in their read piles this week. Steven can’t stop talking about Bruce Jones’ run on *The Incredible Hulk* — a horror-conspiracy thriller that puts Banner front and center and only unleashes the Hulk when it hits hardest. If you loved *Immortal Hulk*, this is required reading. JR Jr., Mike Deodato, and some of the most underrated covers in Marvel history. Scott’s on *Justice Society*, where the Spectre is back — and it’s actually Jim Corrigan this time. Plus a very unexpected panel from old-school *Hellblazer* sends the conversation somewhere nobody expected. Jason picks up *MASK #1* — now in the Energon Universe with Transformers, Void Rivals, and a villain who everyone thinks is crazy... until you remember what universe they’re in. Also: *Absolute Catwoman* impresses with a first-issue reveal that could steal the whole Absolute line. Then all three dig into *Avengers Armageddon* — is it an event? Is it the Avengers book right now? Does Cap being naked in hell work? They break it all down, plus where Doom fits into all of this before he shows up on the big screen. Also: blind bags, Rom rights, Chip Zdarsky’s hits and misses, and a deeply unsettling plan to share a reading space. **Timestamps** 0:00 — Steven’s pick: Bruce Jones’ Incredible Hulk omnibus 9:10 — Scott’s pick: Justice Society & the return of Jim Corrigan’s Spectre 10:40 — That British comic website, Hellblazer, and a panel nobody saw coming 14:55 — Jason’s picks 15:08 — MASK #1 in the Energon Universe 19:29 — Absolute Catwoman #1 21:42 — Avengers Armageddon — all three weigh in **The Multiverse | Hurst, TX** 📍 multiverse.shop 🔴 Whatnot Live Shows — 3x a week: whatnot.com/user/themultiverse 📸 Instagram: multiversehurstMentioned in this episode: Outro Intro

    35 min.
  3. 6 jun

    Multiverse Comics Podcast: Did Absolute Batman #20 Hose Comic Shops?

    Jason, Scott and Stephen discuss the heavy hype leading into Absolute Batman #20 and how many assumed it would feature the first appearance of Robin, only to realize that key “new Robins” first appear in issue #19, which arrived with less warning and left shops unable to prepare orders. They debate whether publishers owe advance clarity, noting Scott Snyder’s approach to holding back covers to avoid spoilers, and compare this surprise rollout to past unannounced first-appearance situations that caused shelf raids. The conversation shifts to comic-shop ordering strategy, balancing subscribers, regular buyers, and new readers while deprioritizing speculators who buy to flip and can destabilize the market. They note the Absolute line’s unusually strong demand, multiple printings, and that their shop now has back stock and may be nearing saturation after sustained interest. 00:00 Issue 20 Hype 01:06 Robin Tease Cover 01:36 Surprise In Issue 19 02:45 Retailer Prep Problem 03:30 Counterpoint Robin Program 04:43 Trust The Brand 06:02 Star Power Examples 09:20 Back To Absolute Batman 09:44 Speculators Versus Readers 10:51 Ordering Issue 20 10:58 The Ordering Tightrope 11:23 Second Prints And Backstock 12:38 New Readers Drive Demand 14:31 Speculator Spillover Worries 16:13 Subs First Then Growth 17:14 A Rare Sales Phenomenon 18:08 Snyder And The Cover Secrets 19:15 Wrap Up And GoodbyeMentioned in this episode: Outro Intro

    20 min.
  4. 15 mei

    Comic Talk - Anthology Comics are Back: EC Revivals, Hello Darkness, and 2000 AD’s Big U.S. Return

    Stephen, Scott and Jason discuss the resurgence of anthology comics—standalone stories that avoid heavy continuity—citing modern horror and sci‑fi anthologies like Oni Press’s all-new EC-licensed titles (Epitaphs of the Abyss, Cruel Universe, and Cruel Kingdom), Boom Studios’ Hello Darkness, and Twilight Zone comics. They highlight how rotating creative teams and varied styles make anthologies easy to jump into, and note notable contributors. Looking ahead to next year’s 50th anniversary of the long-running British sci‑fi anthology 2000 AD, they explain its weekly “prog” format and its role as an early proving ground for major creators, while also covering Rebellion’s plans to restore U.S. availability after Diamond distribution stopped by printing and distributing 2000 AD domestically through Luna with a short delay from the UK. 00:00 Anthology Comics Return 00:13 What Makes an Anthology 01:08 Continuity Fatigue and Lost 02:14 EC Revival at Oni Press 04:18 New EC Style Titles 06:41 Surprise Stories and Spoilers 07:48 Boom Studios Hello Darkness 09:28 Twilight Zone Comics Love 11:41 UK Anthology Tradition 12:47 Fourth Wing Romance Detour 17:39 2000 AD History Lesson 21:16 US Distribution Goes Weekly 25:45 Why UK Weeklies Work 27:14 Airport Reading Hunt 28:24 Short Stories vs Longform 30:06 Attention Spans Today 31:15 Streaming Release Debate 32:24 TikTok Algorithm Whisperers 33:58 2000 AD Creator Pipeline 36:12 Battle Action Revival 38:24 Britain’s War Culture 43:16 Rebellion Reprints Classics 44:46 D-Day Dawson Twist 47:22 Rogue Trooper Movie Talk 49:12 Weekly Comics in America 50:48 Anthology Variety Appeal 53:49 Wrap Up and FarewellMentioned in this episode: Outro Intro

    55 min.

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Welcome to the Multiverse! This is a comic book podcast hosted by the staff of the Multiverse Comics in Hurst, TX. We talk about Comic Books, back issues, current releases, movies, comic TV, etc. The real feature here is the comics and the deep cut conversations from the hosts. The Multiverse Podcast provides a delightful glimpse into the lives of avid comic book collectors. The hosts' stories of their early encounters with beloved characters and their experiences with the changing comic book landscape resonate with fellow collectors, reminding them of the emotional ties that bind them to the hobby. Through the podcast, listeners gain insights into the evolution of comic book collecting, from single issues to trade paperbacks, and the introduction of digital comics. This captivating series celebrates the enduring allure of comic books and the community of collectors who continue to cherish this beloved medium.