Sensational Webs: Todd DeZago on Spinning Stories with Ben Reilly and Beyond

Join hosts Peter Melnick and Eddie Wilson on The Marvelists as we swing into an exciting conversation with acclaimed comic book writer Todd DeZago! Best known for his fan-favorite run on The Sensational Spider-Man alongside the legendary Mike Wieringo, Todd brought heart, humor, and high-stakes action to the wall-crawler during one of Spider-Man’s most memorable eras. In this episode, Todd dives deep into his Marvel journey — from breaking into the industry on X-Factor, jumping into the chaos of the Clone Saga on titles like The Spectacular Spider-Man and Web of Spider-Man, to crafting his own vibrant take on the Scarlet Spider as Ben Reilly. He shares stories about collaborating with icons, the creative highs (and challenges) of the ’90s Spider-office, his work on Marvel Age: Spider-Man, and what it was like contributing to Amazing Spider-Man years later. Whether you’re a Clone Saga defender, a Wieringo super-fan, or just love classic Spider-Man tales full of personality and heart, this interview is packed with behind-the-pages insights, untold anecdotes, and plenty of web-slinging nostalgia. Tune in for a sensational discussion that proves why Todd DeZago’s Spider-Man stories still stick with readers today!