Loikamania

This week Pat and Adam welcome Jeff Parker back to the show! We catch up on his various projects, including Hulk and Dark Avengers! We talk about the upcoming Bucko hardcover collection from Dark Horse, and get into his thoughts on the ending of that story. Plus, we talk about an upcoming crime project...and some Man-Thing talk. Music by Steve Earnhart and Cake. Cover illustrated by Kev Walker and Frank Martin, design by Chris Maze. Jeff's website: Parkerspace! Jeff's twitter: twitter.com/jeffparker Adam's twitter: twitter.com/adamwitt Adam's podcast: comicswillbreakyourheart.tumblr.com

It's time once again to celebrate those books that more people should be reading. Adam Witt joins me as we talk about The Activity Edmondson and Gerads, Secret by Hickman and Bodenheim, Heart by Butler and Mellon, American Barbarian by Scioli, and Hitman by Ennis and McCrea. We also chat about more recent books. Music by Steve Earnhart and Pulp. Cover art by John McCrea, cover design by Chris Maze. Tom Scioli's webcomics: ambarb.com Adam's twitter: twitter.com/adamwitt Adam's podcast: Comics Will Break Your Heart

This week, Pat is joined by Travis Holyfield as we talk about Marvel's big summer event, Avengers vs. X-Men. We start off with a debate on which side of the fight is truly right, with Pat representing the X-Men, and Travis rooting for those gaudily clad fascists known as the Avengers. We follow it up by discussing the entirety of act 1 of the event, talking about the plot, our favorite bits, and some tie-in talk as well. A very fun and spirited debate, so check it out! Music by Alan Silvestri and Henry Jackman. Cover illustration by Jimmy Cheung, Mark Morales and Justin Ponsor, design by Chris Maze. Travis’ twitter: twitter.com/travisholyfield Travis’ blog: travismholyfield.blogspot.com

This week, Pat, Antonio and Travis welcome Chris Coleman and Mike D to the show as they discuss the Game of Thrones series from HBO. We go over the concepts and themes of the show and talk about our favorite moments, characters, and more. Plus, find out which characters we absolutely want to see killed off. What is dead may never die! Music by Ramin Djawadi and The National. Cover designed by Chris Maze. Antonio's twitter: twitter.com/antoniopcuneo Antonio's blog: readwatchedandseen.tumblr.com Chris' twitter: twitter.com/fourthman Mike's twitter: twitter.com/michael_the_d Travis' twitter: twitter.com/travisholyfield Travis' blog: travismholyfield.blogspot.com

This week, Pat is joined by one of his favorite illustrators, Jerome Opena. We talk about his beginnings in the comics business, some process talk, his many projects, and the evolution of what became his signature art style. We spend time on Uncanny X-Force, and gain hints on his next project. Plus, we answer listener questions...and bears. Yes, bears. Music by Steve Earnhart and the XX. Cover illustration by Jerome Opena and Dean White, cover design by Chris Maze. Jerome's Facebook: www.facebook.com/jerome.opena Jerome's blog: artofcrom.blogspot.com  

This week, Pat chats with letterer/writer Joe Caramagna! We talk about the often misunderstood art of lettering, go over some process and learn the things that letterers can't stand. Plus, we go over Joe's creator owned work, and talk about his young-reader Spider-Man novels. We also answer some listener questions! Cover art by Stefano Casseli, cover design by Chris Maze. Music by Steve Earnhart and Clutch. Joe's twitter: twitter.com/joecaramagna Model Operandi website: modeloperandi.com

This week, Pat talks to colorist Jordie Bellaire! We talk about her beginnings in the industry, some process stuff, including her approach to coloring scenes and the importance of using color for storytelling. We talk about her projects, and answer some listener questions! A fun show so check it out! Music by Steve Earnhart and Nouvelle Vague. Cover illustration by Ramon Perez and Jordie Bellaire, cover design by Chris Maze. Jordie's twitter: twitter.com/whoajordie Jordie's blog: jordiecolorsthings.tumblr.com

This week, Pat is joined by artist Dave Marquez! While Dave is currently making a name for himself illustrating Ultimate Spider-Man for Marvel, he had quite a long journey to get to this point. We talk about how he broke into the biz, some storytelling and process talk, and we learn more about his recent trip to Marvel for a storytelling boot camp. Plus, we answer some listener questions! Music by Steve Earnhart and the Mountain Goats! Cover image illustrated by David Marquez, cover design by Chris Maze. Dave's twitter: http://twitter.com/davemarquez Dave's website: http://davidmarquez.com/

This week, Pat chats with illustrator Eric Canete! We talk about how he broke into the animation and comics world, and get into some process talk. We also talk about his online presence and delve deeper into his recent decision to only draw original creations at conventions. Plus, we answer a lot of listener questions! Music by Steve Earnhart and the Black Keys, cover illustration by Eric Canete, cover design by Chris Maze. Eric's twitter: twitter.com/ericcanete Eric's blog: kahnehteh.blogspot.com

This week, Pat is joined by Antonio, Travis, Chris Maze and Bryan Lipsitz to discuss the Avengers movie! We talk about everything...and I mean EVERYTHING. We do a non-spoiler opening section of the show for anyone on the fence about seeing the film, then do a spoiler heavy blow-by-blow account of the film. A fun, profanity-filled love fest for one of the most enjoyable films we've ever seen. Plus, we read some listener comments and announce some show-related news at the end! Music by Alan Silvestri from the Avengers score! Illustration by Ryan Meinerding, cover design by Chris Maze. Antonio’s twitter: twitter.com/antoniopcuneo Antonio’s blog: http://readwatchedandseen.tumblr.com/ Bryan's twitter: twitter.com/xanderharris Aisle of the Damned podcast: www.movienoise.com/aisle Chris' twitter: twitter.com/mazehimself Chris' website: about.me/chrismaze Travis' twitter: twitter.com/travisholyfield Travis' blog: travismholyfield.blogspot.com

This week, Pat and Antonio are joined by Bryan and Kent of the Aisle of the Damned podcast to talk about this year's summer movie season! We go through all the big releases, make some predictions, and pick out the ones we're excited about. A fun, spirited discussion among friends. Bryan's twitter: @xanderharris Kent's twitter: @kentholle The Aisle of the Damned podcast: http://www.movienoise.com/category/aisle-of-the-damned/ Antonio's twitter: @antoniopcuneo Antonio's blog: http://readwatchedandseen.tumblr.com/

This week, Pat and Travis Holyfield chat with writer Kelly Sue DeConnick! We talk about Kelly Sue's beginnings in the industry, her early work in anthology books, and Osborn. We then talk some process, and get into her upcoming projects, including the relaunches for Ghost and Captain Marvel. Plus, we answer some listener questions! Music by Steve Earnhart and Queen with David Bowie. Kelly Sue's website: http://kellysue.com Kelly Sue on twitter: http://twitter.com/kellysue Travis' twitter: http://twitter.com/travisholyfield Travis' blog: http://travismholyfield.blogspot.com/ PREORDER CODES for Kelly Sue's books: MAY120670        AVENGING SPIDER-MAN #9 MAY120693        CAPTAIN MARVEL #1 MAY120694        CAPTAIN MARVEL #1 GRANOV VAR MAY120695        CAPTAIN MARVEL #1 ASM 50TH ANNIV VAR APR120013         DARK HORSE PRESENTS 13 (With first GHOST Zero Issue Installment!), Phil Noto Cover APR120014         DARK HORSE PRESENTS 13 (With first GHOST Zero Issue Installment!), Tim Seeley variant cover

This week, Pat chats with artist Leinil Francis Yu! We talk about his career, from his beginnings drawing Aster, to his most recent releases like Supercrooks and Avenging Spider-Man. We leave no stone unturned as Leinil talks about some of his favorite works, and we even answer some listener questions. A fun, revealing chat with one of the industry's best illustrators. Music by Steve Earnhart and Weezer. Leinil's twitter: twitter.com/leinilyu Leinil's blog: http://leinilyu.com/

Con season is here, and to commemorate this, I invited cosplayer and costume designer Ana Aesthetic to the show! She shares some convention stories, some tips and tricks, and we even go through some listener questions. We also geek out about some of the comics we've been reading. Music by Steve Earnhart and Metric! Photo by LJinto. Used with permission. Ana's twitter: twitter.com/anaaesthetic Ana's facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/anaaesthetic Ana's website: http://meredithplacko.com/  

This week, Pat is joined by Caroline Pruett, Joey Aulisio and Alee Karim to talk about comic near and dear to his heart: Grant Morrison's New X-Men! We talk about everything: the good stuff, the art problems, the themes and the character arcs. We talk about our favorite storylines, and how the run changed Marvel's X-Men franchise forever. Music by Steve Earnhart and The Fauves (featuring Grant Morrison)! Caroline's twitter: http://twitter.com/madmarvelgirl Caroline's website: http://fantasticfangirls.org/ Article about the Phoenix: http://fantasticfangirls.org/?p=2780 Chicks Dig Comics Anthology book. Joey's twitter: http://twitter.com/malpractice1 Joey's blog: http://pushpauseandwave.blogspot.com/ The Chemical Box podcast: http://thechemicalbox.blogspot.com Alee's twitter: http://www.twitter.com/aokarim Alee's website: http://aleekarim.com/