The Comic Source Podcast

Jace Milam
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The Comic Source is the title of a group of podcasts focusing on comic books. It includes The Comic Source Podcast, The Top Cow Chronology Project, Creator Interviews, Convention Coverage and so much more. Grab your headphones and join us today!

  1. Archie Is Back! Ben H. Winters & Hunter Gorinson Discuss Oni's New Archie Era

    1d ago

    Archie Is Back! Ben H. Winters & Hunter Gorinson Discuss Oni's New Archie Era

    Jace welcomes writer Ben H. Winters and Oni Press President and Publisher Hunter Gorinson for an in-depth conversation about the new Archie #1 and the beginning of Oni Press' ambitious Archie publishing program. Hunter explains how the partnership with Archie Comics developed, why Oni is launching the line carefully with Archie, Sabrina the Teenage Witch and Archie in Hell, and how the publisher plans to preserve the characters' history while giving every book a distinct modern identity. Ben discusses writing Archie, Betty, Veronica, Jughead and the Riverdale cast, drawing inspiration from raising three teenagers, balancing humor with authentic adolescent anxiety and finding the humanity beneath the characters' familiar relationships. They also explore Archie's enormous influence on popular culture, the importance of joyful comics, Fábio Moon's interpretation of Riverdale and what Oni has planned for San Diego Comic-Con. Archie #1 is scheduled for release September 2, 2026.   Chapters 00:00 Introducing Oni Press' New Archie Era 00:32 How the Oni and Archie Partnership Happened 03:12 Why Ben H. Winters Said Yes to Archie 05:20 Modernizing Archie for Every Generation 07:34 Choosing Fábio Moon and Kano 11:38 Betty or Veronica? 13:45 Building a Sustainable Archie Publishing Line 16:28 Balancing Teenage Drama, Humor and Optimism 18:50 Jughead's Journal 20:15 Why Archie Comics Are So Hard to Write 23:55 Making Comics Fun Again 27:19 The Fizz of Teenage Potential 29:38 Finding Archie Andrews' Voice 31:31 Archie's Influence on Popular Culture 33:00 The Responsibility of Publishing an Icon 35:16 What Makes Oni's Archie #1 Different 37:40 San Diego Comic-Con Plans 39:35 Why Comic Conventions Matter 42:46 Final Thoughts and Preordering Archie #1   Find more interviews, reviews and comic news from The Comic Source: https://linktr.ee/thecomicsource

    46 min

  2. 1d ago ·  Bonus

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    Introducing Gabor Maté: The Childhood Wounds That Shape Everything from No Magic Pill with Blake Mycoskie. Follow the show: No Magic Pill with Blake Mycoskie A Jewish infant under Nazi occupation in Budapest, trauma expert Gabor Maté and his mother came close to extermination. At one point, she gave him to a stranger to save his life. It was an act of heroism and love, yet Maté experienced it as abandonment. He and Blake have a raw and personal conversation about how childhood wounds, however small or seemingly inconsequential, reverberate throughout our lives and inform the ways we show up as parents, partners, and colleagues.  In this conversation you’ll learn: – Why most mental and physical ailments, from autoimmune illnesses to depression, often stem from adverse childhood experiences – A revolutionary way to think about ADHD and what to do if your kid has it – Why medication shouldn’t be the first or only answer for kids and how to involve the child in the decision – Why healing starts by asking questions, and how to start You can learn more about Gabor Maté and buy his books at https://drgabormate.com/.  Enough Foundation's mission is to spread reminders in every form — bracelets, messages, actions, community — until feeling ENOUGH becomes the cultural default. To learn more, visit weareenough.co.  Produced, Directed, and Cinematography by Wubetu Shimelash / IG: Wubetu Shimelash Disclaimer: No purchase necessary. While supplies last. Visit http://www.weareenough.co/rules for full terms. More information on Blake’s other projects here:  Morning Water  Morning Water is a daily hydration formula that restores energy, balance, and performance with essential electrolytes, minerals, and nutrients in one simple routine.  To learn more, visit morningwater.co and use code NOMAGICPILL for 25% off your first order. SONIA  Sonia is a conversational AI companion designed for emotional support. Through voice and text, it offers guided wellbeing sessions, including meditations, journaling, personalized recommendations, and practical exercises. To learn more, visit www.soniahealth.com and download it on the App Store. MOOVLAB At MOOVLAB, we bring health and wellness to your workday.  MOOVLAB - the answer to sitting is moving.  To learn more, visit www.moovlab.com Follow Blake on Instagram and stay up to date with Lemonada on Facebook and Instagram. For a list of current sponsors and discount codes for this and every other Lemonada show, go to lemonadamedia.com/sponsors. Joining Lemonada Premium is a great way to support our show and get bonus content. Subscribe today at lemonadapremium.com. Subscribe to Spotify Premium to watch ad-free video. Disclaimer: This episode is for informational and entertainment purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical questions or concerns you may have. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction: Rethinking Everything You Know About Childhood 2:49 What Is Trauma? 4:56 Blake's Core Wound: "I Am Not Enough" 8:01 "I Am Not Enough" Is Not a Feeling, It's a Belief 08:35 How Shame Is Created in Childhood 10:28 The Bhagavad Gita on Identity, Ego & Purpose 16:58 You Can't Lie About Your Values, Your Behavior Already Tells the Truth 18:10 Sonia 20:10 Gabor's Story: Born Under Nazi Occupation in Budapest 22:47 Why "Mind Body Connection" Is the Wrong Phrase 23:38 ADHD Is Not a Disease, It's a Coping Mechanism 26:32 Advice for Divorced Parents Raising a Sensitive Child 28:13 Should You Medicate Your Kid? 33:02 "Kids Swim in Their Parents' Unconscious Like Fish in the Sea" 37:51 Moovlab 38:48 Morning Water 39:44 Is ADHD Actually a Superpower? 42:24: The First Step If You've Never Examined Your Childhood 46:17 Closing Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices DISCLAIMER: Please note, this is an independent podcast episode not affiliated with, endorsed by, or produced in conjunction with the host podcast feed or any of its media entities. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the creators and guests. For any concerns, please reach out to team@podroll.fm.

  3. 2d ago

    Comic Source Weekly July 8, 2026 — Lara Croft Joins G.I. JOE, DC & Skybound Hit SDCC & DWJ Launches Chainkata

    This week on The Comic Source Weekly, Jace breaks down the biggest comic book news for the week of July 8, 2026. The lead story is Skybound, Image Comics, Hasbro and Crystal Dynamics revealing the first-ever crossover between G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero and Tomb Raider, with Lara Croft making a surprise appearance in G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero #330 before the launch of a five-issue G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero / Tomb Raider mini-series in October. That surprise immediately turned into a sales story as G.I. JOE #330 sold out at the distributor level and was rushed back to print. Jace also covers DC and Skybound's Comic-Con International 2026 plans, Daniel Warren Johnson launching Chainkata at Image Comics, Do A Powerbomb Black & White #1 selling out, Ignition Press adding new creators and revealing its SDCC Pavilion schedule, Bad Idea's WARBIRD, Planet Death and SDCC Tiki Party announcements, Judge Dredd crossing over with Biker Mice from Mars, Ghost Machine's Radioactive Revolution cover contest, Oni's Fort Psycho Comic in a Can and Sabrina first look, Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Black & White Special, Mike Mignola's Circus of Bones art book, Zero Instance from Comixology Originals, and the Waypoint Kickstarter. Plus, Jace looks at what hit for the week of July 8, counts down the Prana Bestseller Top 10 for the week of June 30, and highlights books coming up on Final Order Cutoff. The Comic Source Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thecomicsource #ComicBooks #ComicBookNews #TheComicSource 00:00 Hook, Intro and Housekeeping 03:22 G.I. JOE / Tomb Raider Crossover and #330 Sellout 06:03 DC Unveils SDCC 2026 Lineup 09:04 Skybound Announces SDCC Panels and Exclusives 10:59 Daniel Warren Johnson Launches Chainkata 12:20 Do A Powerbomb Black & White #1 Sells Out 13:12 Ignition Press Creator Wave and SDCC Pavilion Schedule 17:17 Bad Idea Block — WARBIRD, Planet Death and SDCC Tiki Party 20:13 Judge Dredd / Biker Mice from Mars Crossover 21:25 Ghost Machine Radioactive Revolution Contest and Geiger Exclusives 24:43 Oni Press Fort Psycho Comic in a Can 26:01 Sabrina the Teenage Witch #1 First Look 26:54 Universal Monsters: Frankenstein Black & White Special 28:20 Circus of Bones: The Art of Mike Mignola 29:31 Zero Instance from Comixology Originals 30:56 Waypoint Kickstarter 32:21 What Hit 37:36 Prana Bestseller Top 10 44:02 Final Order Cutoff 49:04 Closing

    50 min
  4. Creating VeeFriends Topps Chrome with Artist Gyula Németh

    4d ago

    Creating VeeFriends Topps Chrome with Artist Gyula Németh

    Artist Gyula Németh joins Jace to discuss his work on the VeeFriends Topps Chrome trading-card set. Gyula explains how his years creating artwork for Panini's Kaboom inserts led to his involvement with VeeFriends, how Gary Vee's original character sketches are reinterpreted by different artists, and why preserving each character's established personality can make the process more challenging than illustrating a real athlete. Gyula also reveals which monsters became his favorite characters to draw, discusses the revisions behind some of the finished cards, and reacts to seeing rare collectibles featuring his artwork listed for extraordinary prices. The conversation concludes with a broader look at the accessibility of card collecting and its ability to connect collectors across generations. Follow Gyula Németh on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gynemethart/ Follow The Comic Source: https://linktr.ee/thecomicsource   Chapters 00:00 Introduction 00:31 What Are VeeFriends? 00:58 How Panini Kaboom Led to VeeFriends 02:43 Reimagining Gary Vee's Original Character Sketches 04:19 Drawing Athletes vs. VeeFriends Characters 05:18 Revising the Gorilla's Personality and Expression 06:31 Gyula's Favorite VeeFriends Characters 07:41 Rare Erupt Cards and the $99,000 Listing 09:00 VeeFriends, Pokémon and Collecting as a Family 10:33 Why Card Collecting Reaches More Generations Than Comics 11:55 VeeFriends Cards at Conventions 12:38 Where to Follow Gyula Németh 13:15 Closing

    14 min
  5. DC Spotlight July 8, 2026 Clayface Rebuilds Basil Karlo, Absolute Batman Reveals Harley's Secret & Aquaman Challenges The League

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    DC Spotlight July 8, 2026 Clayface Rebuilds Basil Karlo, Absolute Batman Reveals Harley's Secret & Aquaman Challenges The League

    Jace and Rocky break down all 9 DC releases for the week of July 8, 2026. Clayface: Celebrity Dirt #1 turns Basil Karlo's Hollywood comeback into an identity mystery when another Clayface who also believes he is Basil Karlo escapes and begins searching for himself. Fury of Firestorm #4 reframes Professor Stein as a manipulative figure when Lorraine Reilly learns she was also used in his attempt to control the Firestorm Matrix. Bleeding Hearts #6 forces Poke to choose a side when his beating heart is revealed. Barbara Gordon: Breakout #3 uses flashbacks to a mission with Nightwing, Cassandra Cain and Huntress to help Barbara realize the pills she has been taking may be drugging her. Absolute Catwoman #2 reveals more of Selina Kyle's past with the Calicos while centering the heist around the Yarn, an object with possible Brainiac links. Supergirl #15 concludes the Hero of Kandor storyline featuring Kara's final showdown with Black Flame with the future of Kandor in the balance, while Lesla continues her hero's journey. Emperor Aquaman #15 has Batman and Wonder Woman question whether the Justice League could stop Aquaman as Arthur's power as king of the blue expands across the galaxy. Absolute Batman #22 reveals Absolute Harley Quinn's connection to Jack Grimm while Batman ignores her warnings and falls deeper into Scarecrow's psychological trap. Green Lantern Corps #18 uses Guy Gardner's perspective to reframe the emotional entities as sentient beings who deserve respect instead of weapons to be deployed against the Manhunters. They also give a rundown of this week's collected editions, reprints and facsimile releases. As always, all books are ranked from top to bottom and each host gives a Book of the Week pick.

    1h 42m

  6. Jul 4

    Comic Source Weekly July 1, 2026 — McFarlane SDCC Exclusives, Ignition Pavilion & Absolute Line Dominates

    This week on The Comic Source Weekly, Jace breaks down the biggest comic book news for the week of July 1, 2026. The lead story is Todd McFarlane Productions offering signed SDCC 2026 exclusive McFarlane / Artgerm collector sets through a July 9 Whatnot live show, giving fans outside San Diego a shot at limited convention exclusives. Jace also covers Ignition Press expanding its SDCC presence with Booth #5531 and the new Ignition Pavilion offsite pop-up across from the convention hall, kicking off its Ignition Sequence of ten SDCC announcements. Also covered this week: DC Silver Age Covers and Stories Artist's Edition from Act 4 and Skybound, Bad Idea's Hank Howard and Dingoliath glow-in-the-dark cover updates, Ghost Machine's SDCC exclusives, Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives, McFarlane Toys DC Direct Weekly Pin Drops, Oni and Archie's Riverdale relaunch, Fort Psycho, Ghost Pepper, The Eye Collector, Liberty, Image's retailer award nominations, and the Radiant Black audiobook. Jace also looks at what hit for the week of July 1, counts down the Prana Top 10 Bestseller List for the week of June 23, and highlights books approaching Final Order Cutoff on July 6. NEWS SOURCES Oni / Archie Redesigns and Relaunch https://www.onipress.com/news/first-look-oni-press-reveals-complete-archie-1-covers-with-elsa-charretier-stuart-immonen-kano-karl-kerschl-fbio-moon-dan-parent-khary-randolph-amp-more The Eye Collector #1 Second Printing https://imagecomics.com/press-releases/inventory-of-the-eye-collector-wiped-out-in-a-blink-debut-issue-rushed-back-to-print-this-week Image Select Retailer Award Nominations https://imagecomics.com/press-releases/image-comics-opens-comic-shop-retailer-appreciation-award-for-spring-2026-nominations-round Liberty Kickstarter Press release provided directly. Radiant Black Audiobook https://imagecomics.com/press-releases/image-comics-first-ever-audiobook-radiant-black-is-now-available The Comic Source Linktree: https://linktr.ee/thecomicsource #ComicBooks #ComicBookNews #TheCom

    50 min
  7. DC Spotlight July 1, 2026 Batman Gets A New Pennyworth, Supergirl Finds Hope & JSA Rebuilds The Spectre

    Jul 1

    DC Spotlight July 1, 2026 Batman Gets A New Pennyworth, Supergirl Finds Hope & JSA Rebuilds The Spectre

    Jace and Rocky break down all 11 DC releases for the week of July 1, 2026. Absolute Green Lantern #16 brings the Absolute Lantern spectrum closer together as Hal Jordan uses violet light to protect the group from the Black Star of Sinestro, Jo Mullein weaponizes the people of Evergreen inside the Green Lantern construct, and Jessica Cruz's connection to Mogo threatens to throw the fight sideways. Poison Ivy #46 moves the pieces into place for Bad Seeds without Pamela appearing in the issue, as Janet from HR explains why Harley may be the only person who can reach Ivy and why Pamela's love for Harley makes her feel vulnerable. Batman #11 brings Lady Ojo back into the story as Batman clashes with her, the Minotaur's hold on Gotham's criminal money comes back into focus, Dr. Zeller deals with the fallout of Bruce's almost-date, and Verity Pennyworth makes her first appearance at Wayne Manor. Adventures of Superman: Book of El #10 continues Philip Kennedy Johnson's House of El story as Superman battles for his adoptive children, the fight on Tamarian escalates, and Kryl-Ux proves how powerful he has become by taking on a Sun-Eater. Batgirl #21 brings Cassandra Cain back to Gotham as Doctor Forget-Me-Not forces her to confront memories of a young girl named Victoria who may have been killed by Cassandra when she was younger, while the issue continues building Batgirl's own supporting cast. 100 Bullets: The U.S. of Anger #1 returns to Brian Azzarello and Eduardo Risso's world in black and white, following Lono through a grim, angry story involving podcasters, gang violence, police violence and the fractured state of America. Deadman #2 improves on the first issue by bringing in Plastic Man, showing Deadman fail to take over Batman because of Bruce's psychological defenses, and expanding the villain's interference with souls transitioning into the afterlife. Supergirl: Survive #2 turns Kara and baby Kal-El's escape into a galaxy-hopping Elseworlds adventure as Lobo's gang hunts the last Kryptonians, the Lantern Corps appears across the emotional spectrum, and Kara receives a hope lantern ring after Saint Walker's death. Absolute Martian Manhunter #12 closes the series by focusing on John Jones' relationship with his son Tyler, how his inability to understand Tyler helped fracture his family, and how the Martian Manhunter experience lets him see others differently as he chooses a second chance with his wife and child. JSA #21 explores the Spectre's origin and has the spirit of vengeance jump between different JSA hosts, including Obsidian, Jade and Wildcat, while Metron suggests the mystery depends not only on the Spectre's beginning but also on Jim Corrigan's origin. Batman / Green Arrow / The Question: Arcadia #4 continues Gabriel Hardman's political mystery as Batman, Green Arrow and the Question push deeper into the conspiracy around Arcadia, with the book still functioning more as a dense ideological thriller than a traditional superhero team-up. They also give a rundown of this week's collected editions, reprints and facsimile releases. As always, all books are ranked from top to bottom and each host gives a Book of the Week pick.

    1h 39m

  8. Jun 28

    Comic Source Weekly June 24, 2026 — Absolute Batman Animated, ASM #1000 Cover Fallout & Ignition Turns One

    This week on The Comic Source Weekly, Jace breaks down the biggest comic book news for the week of June 24, 2026. The lead story is Absolute Batman already heading to animation, with reports that DC Studios and Warner Bros. Animation are developing an animated series based on Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta's comic. Jace also follows up on the Amazing Spider-Man #1000 cover controversy, as Marvel now says the John Romita Jr. / Paolo Rivera cover and the Pepe Larraz cover are both main covers. Also covered this week: Ignition Press celebrating its first anniversary with seven launches over seven weeks, WARBIRD #1, Exquisite Corpses continuing to expand, Crimes Against Nature, Marvel's Midnight Universe, Giant-Size Youngblood, the Plastic-Verse passing 400K copies sold, DNX, The Karman Blade, Good Devils, Where Monsters Lie, and Marvel's Wolverine: The Art of the Game. Jace also looks at what hit for the week of June 24, counts down the Prana Top 10 Bestseller List for the week of June 17, and highlights books approaching Final Order Cutoff on June 29.   CHAPTERS 00:00 Hook and Intro 00:56 Absolute Batman Goes Animated 04:10 ASM #1000 Cover Fallout 07:08 Ignition Press Turns One 11:10 WARBIRD #1 14:27 Exquisite Corpses Continues to Expand 16:35 Crimes Against Nature 18:17 Marvel Midnight Universe 21:22 Giant-Size Youngblood 23:07 Plastic-Verse Passes 400K 25:47 DNX 28:41 The Karman Blade 30:08 Good Devils Second Printing 31:27 Where Monsters Lie Omnibus 32:34 Marvel's Wolverine: The Art of the Game 33:53 What Hit 37:47 Prana Top 10 46:37 Final Order Cutoff 57:29 Closing

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