From the Burn to the Bridge: James T. Kirk’s Return Lanzing and Kelly

In this wide-ranging conversation, Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly explore their latest adventures in storytelling across the worlds of Star Trek and Marvel Comics. We begin with IDW's Star Trek: The Last Frontier, delving into the aftermath of “The Burn” and their bold revival of Captain James T. Kirk.The discussion then turns to Marvel’s Thunderbolts, where Bucky Barnes faces off against the formidable Doctor Doom in a tense battle of strategy and survival. From there, we venture into the cosmos with Luke Cage in an unexpected, galaxy-spanning saga, before grounding ourselves in the streets with NYX, led by Ms. Marvel, where youthful heroes navigate life, identity, and responsibility in New York’s shadows. It’s a deep dive into legacy, reinvention, and crafting unforgettable character arcs.