One of the features we do here at Comic Impact is the Cosplay Girl of the Month (NO anime, manga, or role-playing games just comics). That’s right, hot girls dressing up as your favorite super-hero characters. This month we’re privileged to be showing you Pistnuto. What is your name? Pistnuto, of course  How old are you?30 Do you read comics and if so, what are your favorite titles? Yes I do pick up some comics here and there.  I first got into reading comics during the Civil War series.  I enjoyed following the series...

Do you enjoy gratuitous cursing, monkeys and the clash? Well then you’ve come to the right place! Hell, even if you don’t like that stuff it’s a good place to be (and let’s be honest, who DOESN’T like monkeys?).  Join Dana and Simon as they talk with Marvel mega-writer Daniel Way about his various projects and what’s to come. In this episode, find out the origin of the name Daken as well as how the hoot to pronounce it! Listen as we learn a bit about Daniel’s start in comics and discover...

Hey Impactees! This past weekend Simon and I (Dana) took a trip to the 2010 Long Beach Comic Expo.  It was a smaller event but we found a lot of great people to talk to including site favorite J.T. Krul. The video below has part 1 of a 2 part interview I did with him about all of his upcoming projects. Press play to see us discuss J.T.’s upcoming work for DC comics, including this Wednesday’s Blackest Night: Green Arrow! Find out what other future classic DC comics J.T. has in the works and hear from the man himself...

Hey there ComicImpact readers. You may remember us mentioning a signing with the great Len Wein (Wolverine Creator) coming up at our current Store of the Month, Galaxy of Comics. Well, it was fantastic so we thought we would ask him a few questions about “Human Target” and his upcoming project “DC Universe Legacies”. So check out the video mini cast with the legendary Len Wein also make sure to subscribe to the podcast. As we have more great  interviews in the works for you, we’ll be talking to...

One of the features we do here at Comic Impact is the cosplay girl (NO anime, manga, role-playing games just comics) of the month, that’s  right hot girls dressing up like your favorite super- hero characters. This month we’re privileged to have Roxana. 1-What is your name? Roxana Meta 2-How old are you? 24 3-Do you read comics and if so, what are your favorite titles? I do! In true girlie fashion, I’m a sucker for Amanda Conner’s art, so I’m loving Powergirl right now. I’m also enjoying the new...

One of the features we do here at Comic Impact is the cosplay girl (NO anime, manga, role-playing games just comics) of the month, that’s  right hot girls dressing up like your favorite super- hero characters. This month we’re privileged to have Meagan aka VirtualGirl. Found out how her love of video games got her into Cosplay. What is your name? Meagan VanBurkleo, but I go by VirtualGirl on the interwebs. How old are you? 25 years old! Do you read comics and if so, what are your favorite titles? Yes, I love to read comics!...

Hey folks, welcome back to Tea Time Thursday, and its Christmas Eve as you know, unless you are a mole and weren’t aware. I guess this is therefore the Tea Time Thursday ‘Christmas Special’! So yes, as I’ve promised this interview for a long time, I won’t ramble for too long. I hope you enjoy this interview I got with Time Bomb Comics founder and writer, Steve Tanner, when I caught up with him at the Leeds Thought Bubble convention earlier this November. [Assume that there were formalities,...

The things that you will see on the pages of a Brandon Graham comic are unusual and daring.  The panels are jaggedly laid out across the page, there is writing everywhere, but the world feels so alive.  Brandon’s characters feel alive, emotionally and artistically. I wanted to find out what kind of person it takes to make these pages happen.  No run of the mill artist puts that much work into a panel, especially not for a monthly run issue series (see: Walking Dead #68, and Captain America Reborn #5).  Why do Brandon’s...

One of the features we do here at Comic Impact is the cosplay girl (NO anime, manga, role-playing games just comics) of the month, that’s  right hot girls dressing up like your favorite super- hero characters. This month we’re privileged to have Meghan as our Cosplay Girl of the Month! 1. What is your name? Taffeta Darling 2. How old are you? Believe it or not, I still get carded at a “R” rated movie. 3. Do you read comics and if so what do you like to read? Absolutely I do.  It varies. I’m a  big DC...

Hey Comic Impact-ers! Dana checking in.  Yesterday Simon and I attended the J.T. Krul signing at Galaxy of Comics and it was a blast.  We had a great turn-up of fans and J.T., charismatic as always, was the life of the party. So what were we celebrating? Not only the release of Titans #19 (which if you haven’t picked up, is some of J.T.’s best work) but we also surprised J.T. with  early birthday cupcakes. If you’ve ever met J.T. you know he’s very kind to his fans. He spent a lot of one-on-one time...

Hello loyal Comic Impact fans! Here it is, the big #100 Podcast. Or for those of you who want more specifics, The Long Beach Comic Con footage. After reviewing the hours and  hours and hours of Long Beach goodies, we have put together a fantastic video podcast. So join Simon, Dana, and Rich as they share their adventure with all of you. Dana and J.T Krul discuss, Soulfire vol. 2, Titans #19 and physical education. Simon and comic great, Richard Starkings, talk about Elephantmen, Phillip K Dick, his time at Marvel UK, Comic Lettering...

Ok kids, here it is, the interview we have been promising you. Our interview with one of Wizard Magazine’s “5 on the rise, not superstars yet, but will be soon” Jerome Opeña. You might know his work from  Rick  Remender’s Fear Agent and Punisher, now you will know him from Vengence of Moon Knight. He joins Greg Hurwitz in this all new series of a well known character. Join Sheldon and Simon as they talk to Jerome about bears, video games and an American artist living in Germany coping, with the lack...

Open up your ears and go for a ride with Simon and Sheldon as they talk to Marvel writer Gregg Hurwitz (Vengeance of Moon Knight and Punisher MAX). They cover everything from undercover mind control cults to Gregg’s favorite baseball teams. Gregg also spills a bit about his upcoming run on Moonknight and tells us a bit about some other big news, but you will have to listen to the podcast for that;) So open a beer (or drink of your choice) and grab a seat! Remember to listen responsibly though! Make sure to check out Gregg’s...

Join Dana, Simon and Rob as we talk to Freddie E Williams II (Flash, Final Crisis Aftermath: Run) about his new book The DC Comics Guide to Digitally Drawing Comics Give this Episode a listen and find out what Freddie does in his sleep, the story of Uncanny X-Men #272 and it’s IMPACT on him, and follow the friendly debate about digital vs. traditional art. As if that weren’t enough, in this episode exclusively we find out about Earth 22 Superman, and why he turns Rob on!! Simon Daoudi Simon@comicimpact.com DOWNLOAD...

Hey everyone, unless you’re living under a rock you’ve probably heard about Blackest Night DC’s major zombie-toting, hero-killing and in general darkness bringing event.  Amongst the mini-series to supplement this event is a book premiering this week called Blackest Night: Titans, a 3 issue story from writer J.T. Krul and artist Ed Benes. Download this podcast as we talk to J.T. Krul about Blackest Night:Titans, as well as some of his upcoming work for Aspen Comics including his pet project Mindfield, Fathom...

It is Wednesday so that means it’s time for new comics and it’s time for a new podcast! Join Sheldon and Simon as they talk to multi talented Vinton Heuck. Vinton and the boys discuss everything from his current work on DC’s Wednesday Comics ( Deadman) ,to  there love of Star Wars (duh) and The relaunch of He-Man and The Masters of The Universe (which he did back in 2002!). On top of that Vinton also spills the beans a bit on a BIG name voice talent on the upcoming Avengers cartoon and that person is………………….Guess...

As the latter half of Wacky Chin Month begins to unfold, we here at Comic Impact give you an interview with the penciler of Clint the Hamster Triumphant, Ken Meyer Jr! Join Andy and Simon as they talk to the artist about his time spent with Clint, working with Don Chin and comic greats like Michael Turner, Mike Dringenberg, Mike Carey, and Brian Michael Bendis. Plus, Ken talks about his love of tennis, his employment with Penthouse, the movie Apocalypse Now, his art for the CCG Magic the Gathering and White Wolf’s Rage,...

We have a double dose of action in this episode for you Comic Impact listeners as Andy, Simon, and Sheldon get the ins and outs of the new I.D.W. series, Fallen Angel: Reborn! Join the guys as they talk to series artist J.K. Woodward and writer Peter David about everything Fallen Angel, how the two came to work together, Joss Whedon, and more! Plus, J.K. goes in-depth on how he broke into the comic biz, his time with Marvel, and the dream projects he’d love to paint at some time in his career. All of this and more when...

Welcome back faithful readers to another edition of Wacky Chin Month! We hit the half way mark in this months festivities as Simon and I interview the man behind the pencils of Dynamite Entertainment’s Adolescent Radioactive Black Belt Hamsters reboot, the one and only- Tom Nguyen! Join us as we talk to the artist/inker about how he broke into the comic book scene, his thoughts on inking and penciling, his history with the Hamsters, weight lifting, Playboy models, his favorite comic characters, camel toe, how he was asked...

Fallen Angel: Reborn #1 published by I.D.W. came out in comic shops on Wednesdy and I have a special e-mail  interview for you with series writer Peter David! The comic is an awesome noir story about the Fallen Angel, an outcast from Heaven, who has come to the city of Bete Noir to help those in need by delivering justice to the beings who deserve it. Think The Preacher meets X-Factor blended with Christian mythology and you’ve got Fallen Angel. Plus, Peter even takes the time to talk a little bit about what’s coming up...

Wacky Chin Month just keeps on truckin’ with Part III, as I give you an interview with the man behind all this hamster madness, the man whom WCM is dedicated to- Mr. Don Chin! Join me as Don spills the pellets on everything you’ve ever wanted to know about the Adolescent Radioactive Black Belt Hamsters. Plus, we talk about how he began his publishing company Entity Comics, his involvement with Dynamite’s 2008 reboot of Hamsters, sports, his life post-comics, and the special connection he shares with the pop...

Hey there Comic Impact readers and listeners! A little less than two weeks ago Simon and I interviewed Steve Mannion the artist/writer/creator of The Bomb and Fearless Dawn from Asylum Press. Well, yesterday afternoon we called up the leading scribe at Asylum who is also the founder of the publishing company/Top Dog over there- Frank Forte! Join us as we talk about graffiti art, the MLB, classic Horror films, Poe, H.P. Lovecraft, what it takes to make it as a comic book publisher in today’s economy, comic book art, and...

Hey there Comic Impact readers and listeners! If you read the most recent Trade Tuesday article you know I covered The Bomb, published by Asylum Press and written and drawn by creator Steve Mannion. Well, I had promised an interview with both Steve and Frank Forte (the head guy over at Asylum) around the first week of July, but Steve was able to fit us into his schedule and do a solo interview with Simon and I! Download this podcast as we talk to Steve about The Bomb, his new mini series Fearless Dawn, Canadian television, cigarettes,...

Animation legend Bruce Timm puts the spotlight on character designer Jose Lopez and screenwriter Alan Burnett for their other-worldly creations on Green Lantern: First Flight. Timm, the executive producer on Green Lantern: First Flight, has been the driving creative force behind many of Warner Bros. Animation’s modern-day successes, elevating DC Comics’ canon of super heroes to new heights of animated popularity and introducing generations of new fans to the characters via landmark television series and made-for-DVD films....

Join me  as  I talk with Adam Beechen (Countdown to Adventure, Robin, Teen Titans) about his new  project Killapalooza from Wildstorm! We  also talk some basketball, how the Lakers just won the NBA Championship, and how former NBA player Kevin Johnson is the current mayor of Sacramento. We  also discuss Beechen’s graphic novel ‘Hench‘, and about Warner Bros. acquiring rights with Danny McBride (Land of the Lost ,Tropic Thunder ,Pineapple Express). Plus, you can win a signed copy of  Killapalooza by Adam...

Join Sheldon and myself (Simon) as we talk to rising comics super star writer Mark Sable  (Grounded, Cyborg, Two Face: Year One) about his new project from Boom! Studios, Unthinkable. The gist of the story is about a government think tank that brainstorms potential terrorist plots which are later carried out for reasons unknown. We also discuss how the TSA (Transportation Security Administration) loves Mark and wants him to be their friend, one of the best films of all time, and how you can make money for playing Tetris on...

Andrea Romano has been one of the driving forces in animation voice overs for more than a quarter century, her credit list reading like the honor roll for the Saturday morning cartoon Hall of Fame. From dramatic (Batman: The Animated Series) to silly (Animaniacs), contemporary (The Boondocks) to timeless (Smurfs), Romano has set the standard for matching actor to character with absolute savvy. Along the way, she has become a household name to legions of animation fans. The National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences has...

Perennial movie tough guy Michael Madsen provides the voice of Kilowog, the enforcer with a heart, in Green Lantern: First Flight, the next DC Universe original animated PG-13 movie. Madsen has been cast as the heavy guy throughout his busy career, gaining widespread acclaim as Mr. Blonde in Quentin Tarantino’s Reservoir Dogs. His lengthy list of credits include roles in films like The Natural, Thelma & Louise, both volumes of Kill Bill, Wyatt Earp, Free Willy, Die Another Day, and Donnie Brasco. He drew rave reviews...

Join me as I talk to Top Cow publisher Filip Sablik and artist Mike Choi (Witchblade,Uncanny X-Men and X-Force) about Fusion #1, the new Marvel and Top Cow crossover! Hear Filip and Mike’s  commentary on 100 Bullets, DC’s Crisis, and what makes a GREAT Superman comic. We  also talk about what was the best Guns N Roses album of all time, AND some of the cool new stuff coming your way from Top Cow! PLUS find out what Mike Choi did before he got his first job in the comic  industry, who has the best ringtone on their...

Free Comic Book Day was this past weekend and the Comic Impact Team was at Collector’s Paradise for the event. We have some great stuff to show you with an all-new video podcast! So join us as we talk to Comic Book great Mark Waid about his creator-owned book called Irredeemable from Boom-Studios, where he also works as Editor-in-Chief. In addition Mark talks about his new-found love of Dr. Who, and what it’s like being part of the Amazing Spider-Man creative team over at Marvel. The Comic Impact team also got a chance to...

Join Sheldon and I (Simon) as we talk with comic’s artist Robert Atkins for this month’s Artist Spotlight interview. Robert talks about his work on the new G.I JOE book from IDW. We also talk about a few of his future projects; podcasting, conventions, digital comics, Google searches, and how Snake Eyes can break dance and a lot more. His other work includes”Forgotten Realms: Legacy,” “Legion of Superheroes of the 31st Century,” ”Elders of the RuneStone,” and several Marvel stories. Make sure to also check out...

Join us as we talk with Comic Book Super Star Rob Liefeld where we discuss his new book Armageddon Now and His new upcoming run of Youngblood, Deadpool the history of Cable and his love of Star Wars and watch Rob draw Wolverine and Deadpool in front of you. This Special podcast was film at Golden Apple Comics in Los Angeles. DOWNLOAD EPISODE (Right-click and choose “Save As…” and save locally) HOW TO SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST Thank you to everyone who downloads, subscribes, listens to and tells their comic...

Comic book writer, illustrator and publisher Rob Liefeld (Youngblood, X-Force, Deadpool) is going to be at Golden Apple Comics in Hollywood TOMORROW, Jan. 21, to discuss his new book Armageddon Now - and we’re allll over it. We’re psyched to chat up Liefeld about his work on he and Phil Hotsenpiller’s new apocalyptic graphic novel series (Armageddon Now), which should prove to be an entertaining blend of Biblical prophecy and gritty action. Simon and Sheldon will have full coverage of this upcoming event, including...

Comic book writer, illustrator and publisher Rob Liefeld (Youngblood, X-Force, Deadpool) is going to be at Golden Apple Comics in Hollywood this Wednesday, Jan. 21, to discuss his new book Armageddon Now - and we’re allll over it.  We’re psyched to chat up Liefeld about his work on he and Phil Hotsenpiller’s new apocalyptic graphic novel series (Armageddon Now), which should prove to be an entertaining blend of Biblical prophecy and gritty action. Simon and Sheldon will have full coverage of this upcoming...