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. 6 juni

    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
  2. 15 maj

    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
  3. 26 apr.

    Multiverse Comics Podcast: Free Comic Book Day Preview: Must-Grab Issues, Upcoming Series

    Jason, Stephen and Scott break down Free Comic Book Day (May 2) free comics and big discounts on back issues and everything else. They flip through notable giveaways and previews, including Spider-Man, “King in Black/Queen in Black” tie-in, Avatar Legends, DC’s Next Level sampler, Avengers: Armageddon, and various all-ages and licensed titles. They debate whether publishers should return to more original, collectible FCBD-style content rather than mostly previews and samplers, citing past examples like Firepower’s launch and the Vertigo preview with exclusive Sandman pages. They also highlight interest in Vault’s Dungeon Crawler Carl sampler and discuss its premise and rising popularity. 00:00 Free Comic Book Day Basics 00:58 Giveaway Day and Store Deals 03:07 Originals vs Samplers Debate 06:56 Superman Day and Retailer Tips 08:48 This Year’s Picks Spider Man 09:35 Kids Comics and Brony Talk 11:28 Convention Tangents Furries 14:04 More Freebie Highlights 17:04 Dungeon Crawler Carl Explained 20:43 Dungeon Crawler Carl Buzz 22:14 Grassroots Success Story 24:03 Bingeing Audiobooks Stats 24:52 Great Narrators and Full Cast 26:54 When Audiobooks Miss the Mark 29:56 Will Wheaton and Patrick Stewart 31:15 Back to Free Comic Book Day 32:11 DC Absolute Universe Talk 36:04 Dreaming Up Absolute Constantine 37:17 Free Comic Book Day SendoffMentioned in this episode: Outro Intro

    40 min
  4. 22 apr.

    New Comic Wednesday: Spider-Man/Superman Crossovers, Absolute Flash, Absolute Wonder Woman

    Jason and Scott run through New Comic Wednesday highlights, led by Marvel’s Spider-Man/Superman crossover collection featuring a Brian Michael Bendis story plus creators like Brad Meltzer, Jeff Johns, Gary Frank, and a Peach Momoko Spider-Gwen cover, alongside numerous cover variants and a sketch cover. They spotlight a big week for DC’s Absolute line with new Absolute Flash and Absolute Wonder Woman, reprints of Absolute Batman (including the Killer Croc intro and early Bane arcs), and praise Tom Taylor’s Detective Comics. They recommend the scarce DC All In Special reprint as the launch point for the Absolute initiative and the first appearance/cover appearance of the Absolute Trinity. Other picks include Green Lantern #34, Ryan North’s Flash #2, Justice League Unlimited’s villains-joining-the-League status quo, and Superman’s “Reign of the Superboys” arc featuring fourth-wall-breaking Superboy Prime. They also note Avengers: Armageddon tie-ins and remind viewers about final order cutoffs for Avengers: Armageddon and Absolute Green Arrow. 00:00 New Comic Wednesday 00:06 Spider Man Superman Special 01:57 Absolute Line Big Week 02:31 Detective Comics And All In 04:14 Lantern Flash And League 00:10 Reign Of The Superboys 08:44 Avengers Armageddon FOC 09:33 Youngblood And Facsimiles 10:42 Trades And Omnibus Picks 13:41 Final Order Cutoff RemindersMentioned in this episode: Intro Outro

    15 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.