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Listen along to the crew of the Campus Comics Cast for recommendations each month as we review the pre-orders coming from top publishers. Then stick around for discussions on comics news, reviews, what we have been reading, trivia, CLZ shake, and more. The Campus Comics Cast is the flagship podcast of the Burg Comics podcast network.

  1. FEB 3

    Campus Comics Cast 228 - February 2026 Next Phase and Panels Pre-Orders

    So, it is apparently Super Bowl Sunday this week and I had no idea who was playing until two hours ago and I'm actually okay with that. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:15 Intro 00:06:35 Next Phase catalog start 00:18:40 DC 00:51:30 Image 00:49:04 Panels catalog start 01:14:58 Panels Highlights 01:28:31 Marvel 01:39:20 Comic Sales Numbers 01:45:08 Next Episode 01:46:00 Outros 01:47:00 Stingers Can a comic-book podcast spark your curiosity even if you’re not a comics fan—or if you’ve sworn off sports? This episode ties everyday interests (pop culture, sports memories, and personal fandom shifts) to a broader question: how do we discover value in media when our loyalties change? You’ll see how seemingly unlikely topics can intersect to keep your curiosity alive and show how personal stories shape what we choose to watch. Three benefits you’ll gain: A fresh perspective on how to blend seemingly unrelated interests (comics, sports, entertainment) into engaging discussion. Practical tips for translating personal experiences into relatable podcast conversations that resonate with listeners. Examples of episode structure and pacing that keep audiences engaged from hook to takeaway. Play the episode now to hear how personal storytelling and pop culture conversations collide with comic-book insights.

  2. JAN 23

    Campus Comics Cast 227 - First Five Grimjack, The Future Is

    As we batten down the hatches to prepare for winter storm Fern, we hope you enjoy episode 227 of the Campus Comics Cast as you watch the snow fall outside. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:10 Intro 00:01:58 First Five Grimjack 00:38:15 The Future Is 01:32:50 CLZ Shake 01:36:01 Outros 01:36:43 Stinger How much has independent comics culture shaped your reading habits—and are you sleeping on character origins that defined the genre 40 years ago? This episode explores the gritty world of Grimjack—a mercenary navigating the multi-dimensional city of Cynosure—while diving deep into The Future Is, a modern cybersecurity heist series featuring a ragtag team of pentesters and hackers. Whether you're curious about '80s independent titles that influenced modern storytelling, or fascinated by the intersection of hacking culture and comics, this discussion reveals how both pulp action and cutting-edge tech narratives find their voice in sequential art. Discover why Grimjack's multi-dimensional setting and morally gray character archetype resonated with readers and why early First Comics publications remain culturally significant today. Understand how The Future Is translates modern cybersecurity concepts—penetration testing, threat actors, augmented reality, and digital vulnerabilities—into compelling narrative tension and character-driven conflict. Learn the difference between freebooters and hackers, what "doomscrolling" really means, and how the comic cleverly weaponizes tech jargon as world-building. Play now to hear two decades of comic history analyzed side-by-side with contemporary storytelling, and discover which independent titles deserve space on your pull list.

  3. JAN 6

    Campus Comics Cast 226 - January 2026 Next Phase and Panels Pre-Orders

    How many time do you plan to write in the wrong year before the next episode of the Campus Comics Cast? Who is even still writing dates? Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:10 Intro 00:02:28 Listener Feedback 00:06:40 Next Phase catalog start 00:09:25 DC 00:31:08 Image 00:49:04 Panels catalog start 00:52:58 Panels Highlights 01:01:45 Marvel 01:15:04 Next Episode 01:15:47 Outros 01:16:30 Stingers When was the last time a comic book catalog actually surprised you—and made you rethink what you’re pre-ordering for the next two months?​ This episode dives into the latest Next Phase and Panels catalogs, helping you sort through a lighter-than-usual slate of publishers, movie tie-ins, and stealth reprints so you can focus your budget on the issues that are actually worth your pull list. Whether you are juggling limited shelf space, trying to spot the next hot key issue, or just want more fun reads and fewer regrets, the discussion gives you a curated roadmap instead of 500 pages of guesswork. ​ Discover which new series (like tech‑thriller Exploit and narcoleptic-mystery Narco) are most likely to deliver fresh, satisfying reads instead of forgettable #1s. ​Learn which anniversary and legacy-style issues (such as Green Lantern #600 and Moonstar #1) might matter long-term for collectors, and which “first appearance” claims are more marketing than milestone. ​Get practical guidance on where to spend and where to skip—across Marvel, DC, Image, Mad Cave, IDW, and more—so your pre-orders match your actual reading tastes. ​ Hit play now to hear the full catalog walk-through and lock in your smartest pre-order choices before final order cutoff sneaks up on you.

  4. 12/26/2025

    Campus Comics Cast 225 - First Five Black Panther, What We Have Been Reading

    Welcome to this festive episode of the Campus Comics Cast as recorded on Boxing Day 2025 as we discuss the first five appearances of the Black panther and discuss some comic books we have been reading. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:10 Intro 00:03:20 First Five Black Panther 00:54:27 What We have Been Reading 01:21:35 Outros 01:22:34 Stinger What if Boxing Day isn’t just about leftovers and sales—what hidden origins of Black Panther’s first appearances could reshape how you see heroic storytelling on screen and in comics? This episode ties into the reader’s interest in deep-dive folklore and character origin stories, while also addressing a current desire: understanding how early appearances shape a superhero’s long-term impact, which can influence how fans evaluate film and comic book adaptations today. Gain a clearer grasp of the context behind the Black Panther’s early appearances and their significance in the character’s development. Gather insights into how a superhero’s first moments can influence later storytelling choices in comics and movies. Develop a better ability to spot thematic throughlines and foreshadowing in current or upcoming Marvel media. Play now to unlock richer context for the Black Panther’s origins as discussed on Boxing Day 2025 by the Campus Comics Cast.

  5. 11/30/2025

    Campus Comics Cast 224 - December 2025 Next Phase and Panels Pre-Orders

    As we recover from our Turkey hangovers, it is once again time to be thankful for the preorders episode of the Campus Comics Cast. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:08 Intro 00:00:16 Listener Feedback 00:04:50 Next Phase catalog start 00:08:50 DC 00:38:10 Image 01:04:04 Panels catalog start 01:15:34 Marvel 01:31:16 Next Episode 01:33:05 Outros 01:33:42 Stingers If you could only afford a handful of new comics next month, which hidden gems and big releases would actually be worth your cash and reading time?​ This episode walks you through the latest Lunar/Marvel/DC/Image and indie catalogs so you are not guessing in the dark about what to pre-order, helping you skip duds, spot sleeper hits, and focus your budget on books you will genuinely enjoy. By listening in on two longtime readers debating art, writers, formats, and trends, you get a shortcut past hype and into grounded, real-world buying advice you can use with your own pull list.​ Discover standout new series, specials, and graphic novels across Marvel, DC, Image, Boom, and more, with context on why they matter and who they are for.​ Learn which issues look promising as longer-term “spec” or investment picks and which ones are probably safe to skip, based on creative teams, first appearances, and market buzz.​ Get practical guidance on stretching your comics budget, from when to wait for trades or apps to when a hardcover, omnibus, or absolute edition is worth upgrading to.​ Hit play now to hear the full catalog walk-through and come away with a confident, fine-tuned pre-order list before this month’s cutoff hits.

  6. 11/18/2025

    Campus Comics Cast 223 - First Five Jonah Hex, Dead Acre Black Badge

    Welcome to the rootenest, tootenest episode yet of the Campus Comics Cast, or our names ain't Yosemite Sam and Josey Wales, which by the way, they are not. Join us for our discussion of the first five appearances of Jonah Hex and a review of Dead Acre Black Badge. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:26 Intro 00:03:06 First Five Jonah Hex 00:54:36 Western Comic Books To Read 00:58:45 Dead Acre Black Badge Review 01:26:30 Outros 01:28:44 Stinger Are you ready to ride into the weirdest corners of the Old West—where gunslingers, angels, and werewolves all share the same dusty street?​ If you love Westerns but wish they had more monsters, angels, and supernatural mystery, this episode is aimed right at you.​ You’ll see how mixing classic cowboy tropes with horror and theology can give familiar comics and stories a fresh, surprising edge.​ Understand what makes Jonah Hex and other Western comics still compelling today, even for readers who usually stick to superheroes.​ Discover how “Dead Acre” blends Western grit with horror, angels, and occult elements, and why that combo works so well.​ Walk away with specific Western and weird-Western titles to check out next, so you know exactly what to read after you listen.​ Hit play on this episode now to get a guided tour through classic Western comics and the supernatural world of “Dead Acre,” and come away with a new reading list for your next comic binge.

  7. 11/07/2025

    Campus Comics Cast 222 - November 2025 Next Phase and Panels Pre-Orders

    Welcome to episode 222 of the Campus Comics Cast, as we are still coming down from our Halloween Sugar Buzz to bring you the pre-orders for comics generally shipping in January of 2026! Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:16 Intro 00:03:28 Next Phase catalog start 00:07:24 DC 00:28:06 Image 00:55:50 Panels catalog start 01:04:58 Marvel 01:16:34 Next Episode 01:18:55 Outros 01:20:12 Stingers Have you ever wondered which new comic releases are truly worth pre-ordering—and how to avoid the duds in the upcoming 2026 catalogs?​ If you’re tired of sifting through endless comic solicitations that all sound the same, this episode is your guide to picking out the hidden gems and avoiding surprises like the Halloween comic controversy or surprise creative team changes.​ Discover the stand-out series and trades shipping in January 2026, including expert opinions on overlooked stories and formats.​ Get inside info on which new creative teams, variant covers, and publisher moves are sparking community buzz—and which disappoint.​ Hear honest reactions to the industry’s quirkiest releases, from nostalgic throwbacks like Thundar the Barbarian to bold new issues like Tin Can Society or Radical Ronin Ragdolls, so you can plan your pull list with confidence.​ Don’t miss out—press play now for fresh recommendations you won’t find on standard preview sites, plus a few laughs over the weirdest trends in comics this month!​

  8. 10/19/2025

    Campus Comics Cast 221 - DC Absolute, First Five Savage Dragon

    Welcome to episode 221 of the Campus Comics Cast as we go Absolutely Savage discussing the beginning of the DC Absolute line along with our next first five featuring the Savage Dragon. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Opening Music 00:00:18 Intro 00:01:30 DC Absolute 1st Issues 01:05:48 First Five Savage Dragon 01:28:35 CLZ Shake 01:39:20 500 Comic Book Challenge 01:43:33 Next Episode 01:44:38 Outros 01:45:21 Stinger What happens when the world’s most recognizable heroes are rebuilt from the ground up—stripped of everything you thought you knew about them? If you’ve ever felt that superhero stories have become too predictable or repetitive, this episode offers a fresh lens on creative reinvention. By exploring DC’s new Absolute Universe and Erik Larsen’s Savage Dragon legacy, the discussion reveals how bold storytelling can breathe life into familiar icons—much like how readers crave originality in an era flooded with reboots and reimaginings. It’s an episode for anyone seeking to rediscover excitement in modern comics and understand how reimagined narratives mirror our own desire for change and renewal. Gain insight into how DC’s Absolute Universe redefines classic heroes like Batman, Wonder Woman, and Superman with darker origins and new world-building continuity. Learn how Erik Larsen’s Savage Dragon stands as a rare creator-owned success story that has evolved across generations while maintaining its creative integrity. Hear candid perspectives on what makes reboots succeed or fail and how innovation keeps comics—and storytelling itself—fresh for readers. Press play now to experience how reinvention, risk, and creativity collide in these groundbreaking comic universes—and rekindle your own sense of wonder for what’s possible in modern storytelling.

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Listen along to the crew of the Campus Comics Cast for recommendations each month as we review the pre-orders coming from top publishers. Then stick around for discussions on comics news, reviews, what we have been reading, trivia, CLZ shake, and more. The Campus Comics Cast is the flagship podcast of the Burg Comics podcast network.

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  • Creator
    Campus Comics
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    228
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Burg Comics copyright 2019-2026
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