Mike's Comic Shop Roadshow

Mike Atchison
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Join Campus Comics Cast's own Mike Atchison as he shares interviews with local comic shop owners from around the globe. In addition to the interview, Mike will request a comic read suggestion from the shop owner and Mike, along with others from the Campus Comics Cast or other podcasts, will read and review the recommendation. Connect with Mike at mike@comicshoproadshow.com or podcasts@burgcomics.com, at https://www.facebook.com/campuscomicscast on Facebook, and Mike’s Comic Shop Roadshow on Bluesky. Connect with Mike and Scott at podcasts@burgcomics.com, Big thanks to Shaad Schubert for the intro and outro music, Dan Brown for the cover art, and Scott Reed for his production skills! For all of your podcast editing, mixing and cleanup needs, contact Steeven Orr at https://linktr.ee/edityourpod. For more interviews at comics shops around the US and the world, subscribe to Mike’s Comic Shop Roadshow on Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon/Audible, Pocket Casts, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

  1. 12/16/2025

    35 – Blackbird Comics and Coffeehouse and East of West Vol 1

    For this episode Mike goes to the theme park capital of the world, Orlando FL. While it was a grueling trip…delayed in St. Louis airport for 16 hours, then stuck in the Atlanta airport overnight due to wintry weather…Mike finally landed in Orlando 36 hours later and was able to arrange for an interview at one of the coolest comic shops ever, Blackbird Comics and Coffeehouse. Winner of the 2024 Spirit of Comics Retailer Award winner, this shop has a vibe like no other. It’s atmosphere is relaxed and welcoming, and the owners are the best one-two punch Mike’s ever met. Once you visit, you’ll find it difficult to leave this comic shop and bookstore with a cozy café set in the center of it all! Dave and Candice’s story is unique, and the spirit they imbue into their business is contagious. So, buckle up and prepare your ears for the chat with Candice and David at Blackbird Comics and Coffeehouse! Then, Mike is joined by the inimitable DC Dave, half of the dynamic duo hosting The Monitor Tapes, A Crisis on Infinite Earths Podcast to discuss East of West Vol 1! And yes, Dave had to break out of his routine and review a non-DC comic! Find and follow Blackbird Comics and Coffeehouse their website at https://www.theblackbirdroost.com/, as well as on Facebook and Instagram. You can contact them at (321) 316-4296, or better yet, visit them in person to get the full experience, because this podcast simply can’t do it justice. They are located at 500 E Horatio Ave STE 3, Maitland, FL 32751, just outside of Orlando. Listen to The Monitor Tapes on your favorite podcast feed and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, BlueSky and Mastodon. Their direct webpage is www.themonitortapes.com. It’s a fantastic show! Many thanks to DC Dave for joining me for the fun discussion on East of West Vol 1!

  2. 11/14/2025

    34 – Knight Vigil Comics and Conan the Barbarian 1

    This episode, we take a trip south to Dothan, AL, on the Alabama/Florida border. Mike struck gold when he found Knight Vigil Comics. Embedded in an antique mall, this shop has a humble presence, but what it lacks in size and flashiness it more than makes up for in style and old-fashioned comic goodness. The owner, Tim, is a consummate gentleman, has a deep love for comics, and he has a remarkable story. The shop is wall to wall back issue comics and sports some great art all around. Tim also has a significant presence on eBay. So, get ready for Tim and his super story about Knight Vigil Comics! Then, Mike is joined by longtime podcaster podcast editor extraordinaire, Steeven Orr of the Steeven Or Else Network! Steeven has to be one of the most creative people in podcasting. He not only uses his sound editing skills to make every episode of the Roadshow sound as good as it can, but he is also the brain and the voice behind the promos for Roadshow AND the Campus Comics Cast. Considering his love for all things Conan, not to mention the fact that one of his shows is called Hither Came Conan, he was the natural choice for a guest host! Follow Knight Vigil Comics on Facebook and contact them at (334) 797-1389. Explore the multitude of podcasts by Steeven at somanypodcasts.com and follow him on all the social media sites. Also, if you are in the market for a podcast editing service, you simply must contact Steeven at edityourpod@gmail.com. It’s a fantastic service! Many thanks to Steeven for joining me for the fun discussion about Conan the Barbarian 1!

  3. 11/02/2025

    33 – Ontario Street Comics and Sad Sack Army Life 8

    In this episode, we are back in Philadelphia, PA, and the shop Mike had the pleasure of visiting is Ontario Street Comics. Some comic shops defy expectations; some break the mold completely. That is what Ontario Street Comics did. This shop is a family affair, with the owner, Bill AKA The Captain, his wife, and their little dog Evie. It has a very homey atmosphere. Bill is one cool cat with a great sense of humor. So, batten down the hatches, mateys, and get ready for the interview with Bill! Then, Mike is joined by longtime podcaster and one of the co-founders of the Fire and Water Podcast Network, The Irredeemable Shag! Shag was the perfect cohost of this episode, as a lifelong fan of Sad Sack! Follow Ontario Street Comics on Facebook and contact them through email them at wfink27240@aol.com. Explore the multitude of podcasts by Shag at http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/. Follow Fire and Water on X @FWPodcasts and on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork. Many thanks to Shag for joining me for the fun discussion about of Sad Sack’s Army Life 8!

  4. 10/18/2025

    032 – Get Ready Comics and Batman Noel

    This episode, we are in Rochester, UK at the charming Get Ready Comics, and meet the equally charming owners, Paul and Katie. Get Ready Comics fits perfectly into the magic of this historic city. Rochester was Charles Dicken’s favorite city, and many of his novels are based on the area. As their Facebook page says, Get Ready Comics has been located on the Historic High Street for over 9 years and has been a home for people who love comics, pop-culture, classic tv and film, and everything in between. Then, Mike is joined by longtime podcaster, Stella Bowman, of the Batgirl to Oracle and the Dear Reader podcasts. Stella is a wealth of knowledge and has particular expertise in both the Batman family mythos and classical literature, making her the perfect cohost for this episode! Follow Get Ready Comics on Facebook and check out their web page at www.getreadycomics.com (and subscribe to their amazing newsletter!). You can also email Paul or Katie directly at hello@getreadycomics.com. Follow Stella on her podcast adventures at https://thebatmanuniverse.net/category/podcast/bto/ and https://fireandwaterpodcast.com/show/dear-reader/, and follow Batgirl to Oracle on Facebook and X. Many thanks to Stella for joining me and reviewing the amazing recommendation of Batman Noel!

  5. 09/21/2025

    031 – Monster’s Lair Comics and Secret Wars

    This episode we are back in Lubbock, TX, where Mike discovered Monster’s Lair Comics (a great name, by the way!). The owner, Rob, originally hails from Chicago, IL so he and Mike had lots to talk about. This comic shop has lots to pick from and since Mike got there a little early, he enjoyed perusing the shelves and chatting with the very friendly staff. Rob tells a great story and has lots to be proud of with what he’s built with this business. So, buckle up as we jump right into the interview with Rob! Follow Monster’s Lair Comics on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/monsterslaircomics Then, Mike is joined by longtime podcaster, Peter Rios! Peter has more comic knowledge in his pinky finger than Mike does in his whole body. He’s a co-founder of Comic Geek Speak and current host of the Daily Rios, The Tower, and other shows. Follow Peter on his podcast adventures at https://www.comicgeekspeak.com/ and https://thedailyrios.com/. Follow him on X/Twitter @peterjrios and on Instagram @thedailyrios. You can also contact him by email at peter@comicgeekspeak.com or peter@thedailyrios.com. Many thanks to Peter for joining me and reviewing the legendary Secret Wars from Marvel!

  6. 08/19/2025

    030 – The Comic Store and Kill or be Killed

    This episode Mike makes his way from Philadelphia to Lancaster, PA and the appropriately named Comic Store and its owner, Charles Park. Charles is hands down one of the most interesting comic shop owners ever. No exaggeration, as the story he tells will attest. What started out as a Pitstop version of the Roadshow, where there is just a quick recommendation from the owner, turned into hearing a fascinating story from Charles. Charles’ knowledge of comics spans decades and there were times Mike almost forgot he was recording for being so wrapped up in the story. The Comic Store is in a cool brick building and is chock full of comics and related goodies. Mike spent a couple of hours there just perusing the shelves and asking Charles questions. Mike is then joined by another longtime podcaster, the illustrious Chris Eberle! Chris was one of the voices on Comic Geek Speak for years, and is steeped in comics knowledge, particularly Marvel comics. As a former comic shop owner and educator, he was great to team up with for the review of Kill or Be Killed! And, as a self-proclaimed follower and fan of the creative team, Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips, he was the perfect cohost for this episode! You can occasionally catch Chris on Ian Levenstein’s Comic Timing and Paul Spataro’s Back to the Bins podcasts, both of which you can find on all the podcast feeds. Many thanks to Charles for his fantastic story and great recommendation, and a big thanks to Chris Eberle for joining me!

  7. 07/15/2025

    029 – Fat Jack's Comicrypt and Junkyard Joe

    This episode Mike is still in the City of Brotherly Love, making the trip across town to Fat Jack’s Comic Crypt. The staff could not accommodate a full interview, but one of the staff, Lucas, had time to make a quick recommendation of a couple books for Mike to read. So, that made this a perfect opportunity for a Pitstop episode! Unfortunately, Fat Jack’s closed last year due to landlord issues, and the owner, Mike Ferrero passed away in December of 2024. The ICv2 website reported his death and stated, “Founded in 1976, Fat Jack’s was an integral part of the Philadelphia scene” This episode is dedicated to Mike Ferrero and his nationally renowned comic shop. On a decidedly more positive note, Mike is joined into this deep dive of Junkyard Joe by one of the best comic podcasters out there, Adam Murdough! Adam has been one of the voices on the classic Comic Geek Speak podcast for many years. For those that have missed those Muddle the Murd segments, guess what? You get one in this episode! Here’s to Mike Ferrero and Fat Jack’s Comics Crypt. Thanks to Lucas for taking the time to make a recommendation, and a big thanks to Adam Murdough for joining the journey with Junkyard Joe!

  8. 07/04/2025

    028 – Brave New Worlds and Step by Bloody Step

    This episode Mike travels to the City of Brotherly Love and Brave New Worlds, a comic shop that is smack dab in historic Old City! Only a few blocks from Mike’s hotel, he took a leisurely stroll and walked past one historical site after another, from the Liberty Bell to the final resting place of Benjamin Franklin! Brave New Worlds is as charming as the area in which it resides. Mike had the pleasure of interviewing not one, but two managers, Brian and Cacey, and got a book recommendation from both. Cacey is also a cohost of the Tales From the Shortbox podcast. It comes out weekly and is hosted by Cacey Crawford, Adam Sheehan, Shaun Betit, and RJ Veit, who discuss the comics that were released the previous week. I have subscribed, and you should, too! The Brave New Worlds that Mike visited is one of two locations and has been around for over 35 years. They carry a wide variety of comics, game cards, graphic novels, children's books, action figures, back issues, t-shirts, posters, board/card games, and many collecting supplies. It was a blast to hang out with this very friendly and knowledgeable crew! Brave New Worlds is found at 55 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106. Follow the shop on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube, and check out their website https://stores.comichub.com/bravenewworldsphiladelphia. You can also email them at rob@bravenewworldscomics.com. You can hear more from the illustrious and enigmatic Captain Entropy on podcasts such as the Dark Horse Presents Aliens with Diablu Frank, Prof. Alan’s Quarter Bin, the Fantastic Pour with Brett Young, JLUCast with Chris and Cindy Franklin, the Longbox Crusade, and the DC SpecialCast with Paul Kien. A big thanks to Brian and Cacey for taking time out of their busy day to tell me about Brave New Worlds and giving great book recommendations, and thanks to Captain Entropy for joining me in the adventure of reading Step by Bloody Step!

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Join Campus Comics Cast's own Mike Atchison as he shares interviews with local comic shop owners from around the globe. In addition to the interview, Mike will request a comic read suggestion from the shop owner and Mike, along with others from the Campus Comics Cast or other podcasts, will read and review the recommendation. Connect with Mike at mike@comicshoproadshow.com or podcasts@burgcomics.com, at https://www.facebook.com/campuscomicscast on Facebook, and Mike’s Comic Shop Roadshow on Bluesky. Connect with Mike and Scott at podcasts@burgcomics.com, Big thanks to Shaad Schubert for the intro and outro music, Dan Brown for the cover art, and Scott Reed for his production skills! For all of your podcast editing, mixing and cleanup needs, contact Steeven Orr at https://linktr.ee/edityourpod. For more interviews at comics shops around the US and the world, subscribe to Mike’s Comic Shop Roadshow on Apple, Spotify, Google, Amazon/Audible, Pocket Casts, YouTube, or wherever you listen to podcasts.

Information

  • Creator
    Mike Atchison
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    35
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mike Atchison and Burg Comics copyright 2019-2025
  • Show Website
    Mike's Comic Shop Roadshow

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