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The Comic Book Tour Guide

by Ashley and Jesse

Join Ashley on a comic book tour with our guide Jesse, as he carves a path toward understanding the art form and what makes it so interesting.

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  1. Stop 6: "Sex Criminals" Vol.1

    On this 6th stop, Jesse & Ashley discuss the first volume of Sex Criminals by Matt Fraction & Chip Zdarsky. Find this show here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/CBtourguide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Ashley here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.missusashley.gay/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Jesse here:...

  2. Stop 5: Strangers in Paradise Vol.1

    On this 5th stop, Jesse & Ashley discuss the first volume of Strangers in Paraside by Terry Moore. In the next episode, they'll discuss the first volume of Sex Criminals by Matt Fraction & Chip Zdarsky. Find this show here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/CBtourguide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Ashley here:...

  3. Stop 4: "When The Blood Has Dried" issues 1 & 2

    On this 4th stop, Jesse & Ashley discuss the first two issue of the Mad Cave comic "When the Blood Has Dried". Written by Gary Moloney, Art by Daniel Romero Ulloa, Lettered by Becca Carey Find this show here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/CBtourguide⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Ashley here:...

  4. Stop 3: Radiant Black (Vol 1)

    On this 3rd stop, Jesse talks to Ashely about the independent hit comic Radiant Black by Kyle Higgins, Marcelo Costa, Becca Carey, Cherish Chen, David Lafuente, Eduardo Ferigato, Miquel Muerto, and Natalia Marques Find this show here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/CBtourguide⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find Ashley here:...

  5. Stop 2: "Superman/Batman: Generations 1"

    On this 2nd stop, Jesse goes into one of his favorite DC Elseworlds comics "Superman/Batman: Generations 1" by John Byrne Find this show here: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/CBtourguide⁠⁠⁠ Find Ashley here: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.missusashley.gay/⁠⁠⁠ Find Jesse here:...

  6. Guest Guide - Gary Moloney

    Guest Guides are when Jesse & Ashley get to interview a comic creator or a friend. In this Guest Guide, they get to talk to Gary Moloney about his new book "When The Blood Has Dried" published by Mad Cave Studios. You can follow Gary here: https://twitter.com/m_gearoid Find Gary's works here:...

  7. Guest Guide - David Pepose

    Guest Guides are when Jesse & Ashley get to interview a comic creator or a friend. In this first Guide Guide, they get to talk to David Pepose about his upcoming comic "Space Ghost" and his previous works of Punisher, Moon Knight, The Devil that Wears My face, Savage Avengers, and a tiny bit of...

  8. 1st Stop: "The Flash (Barry Allen)"

    Welcome to the first episode of "The Comic Book Tour Guide". In this episode, Jesse (he/him) explains Barry Allen and his adventures as the Flash to Ashley (she/her) the best he can. Sorry in advance for the humming on Jesse's mic. This will be fixed in future episodes. Find this show here:...

  9. Finale Crisis (not really though)

    Hey, this is a weird way to do this, but this is the end of "Why Comics?" I don't see any real future where the show comes back, but as most of us know, never say never. However, I just can't do it with the same energy and passion I had as before. Thank you all even if you've listened to just one...

  10. Episode 82: "The Ginyu Force" w/Max Newland

    Join Jesse and the co-host of the After School Anime Podcast, Max Newland, as they talk about their love for Dragon Ball Z, dubs, and most importantly the Ginyu Force. Book Max for Voice work here: https://www.maxnewland.com/ Follow Max here: https://twitter.com/MaxNewland_ The Kai Ginyu Force...

  11. Episode 81: "The Monarch from Venture Brothers" w/Marn

    Join Jesse and the co-host of ARGonauts, The Dead Teen House Party, creator of many games, and the writer of Praire Song & Antlers, Marn S. as they talk about The Venture Brothers. They dive deep into Spoilers for the Monarch's arc. Check Out Marn's work here: https://marns.carrd.co/ Follow Marn...

  12. Episode 80: "Chainsaw Man" w/Roma

    Join Jesse and the host of the Hyperfixation podcast on the Moonshot Network, Roma, as they talk full spoilers on Chainsaw Man part 2 and semi-spoilers on part 2. Check Out Hyperfixation here: https://twitter.com/TheHyperfixPod Follow Roma here: https://twitter.com/iappreci8urbutt Ways to stand…

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  13. Episode 79: "Dark Crisis, Shadow War, & Rogues" w/Joshua Williamson

    Join Jesse and the writer of the upcoming Dark Crisis event at DC, the Current Shadow War event that is happening in the Batman, Robin, and Deathstroke Inc. books, and the Black Label title Rogues, Joshua Williamson (@Williamson_Josh). They talk about all of those books listed above, what Joshua…

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  14. Episode 78: "Beastlands" w/Curtis Clow

    Join Jesse and the writer & co-creator of the comic "Beastlands", Curtis Clow (@CurtisClow) as they talk about the work that goes into a Kickstarter, favorite comics, and the difference between writing an ongoing and a mini-series. "Beastlands" Vol 1 is out on June 15 through Dark Horse comics....

  15. Episode 77: "Never the End..."

    Join Jesse as he gives a small update on the show. Ways to stand up against Asian hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Ways to show Black Lives Matter: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ Look for the cool merch on https://uppercutmerch.storenvy.com/ Find us on Twitter @whycomicpod...

  16. Episode 76: "The Boxer" by JH w/David Mann

    Join Jesse and special guest, David Mann (@DavidMann95) as they talk about the Webtoon "the Boxer" by JH. Check out David Mann's newsletter here: https://t.co/sPYSUIj0Vl In two weeks we'll be talking about something, but we're not sure what. So check out our socials. Ways to stand up against…

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  17. Episode 75: "The Batman" (2022) FULL SPOILERS

    Join Jesse, Hana, and special guest, But Why Tho?'s Kate Sánchez (@OhMyMithrandir) as they talk full spoilers for "The Batman" (2022). Next week, we'll be talking to David Mann (@DavidMann95) about the Webtoon "The Boxer". Ways to stand up against Asian hate:...

  18. Episode 74: "Batman: Ego"

    Join Jesse and Hana as they talk about "Batman: Ego" by Darwyn Cooke. They also talk about the stories "Batman: Date Night" and "Selina's Big Score" Next week, we'll be doing a spoiler cast for "The Batman" (2022) with But Why Tho?'s Kate Sánchez (@OhMyMithrandir) Ways to stand up against Asian...

  19. Panel to Frame Episode 1: "Adventures of Captain Marvel" (1941)

    For this week, we're releasing the first bonus episode from our Patreon in the main feed. In this episode, we're talking about the 1941 serial film "Adventures of Captain Marvel". Find more in the future at patreon.com/whycomics Ways to stand up against Asian hate:...

  20. Episode 73: "Vengance of the Moon Knight 1-6" w/Chris Edgerton

    Join Jesse, Hana, and, special guest, Chris Edgerton (@wheels1993) as they talk about the first six issues of "Vengeance of The Moon Knight", comics solicitations, and the updated to the Comixology app. In two weeks read along with Jesse and Hana as they read "Batman: Ego" by Darwyn Cooke. Ways…

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  21. Episode 72: "IDW's Sonic Comics" w/ Riley Hopkins

    Join Jesse, Hana, and, special guest, Riley Hopkins (@RevRyeBread) as they talk about the IDW Sonic comics, Batgirl, and more! Next week read along with us as we talk about the first six issues of "Vengeance of The Moon Knight" with Chris Edgerton (@wheels1993) Ways to stand up against Asian…

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  22. Episode 71: "The Girl from the Sea" by Molly Knox Ostertag

    Join Hana and Jesse as they talk about "The Girl from the Sea" by Molly Knox Ostertag and some X-Men talk (what do you expect when Hana hosts). Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Girl-Sea-Molly-Knox-Ostertag/dp/1338540572 &...

  23. Episode 70: "The Immortal Iron Fist 1-16"

    Join Jesse and Hana as they talk about Jason Todd and the first sixteen issues of "The Immortal Iron Fist" by David Aja, Matt Fraction, and Ed Brubaker. In two weeks we'll be talking about "The Girl from the Sea" by Molly Knox Ostertag:...

  24. Episode 69: "Venom & Venom: Let There Be Carnage" w/Matt aka Stormageddon

    Join Jesse & Hana as in this episode they talk to Matt Storm AKA Stormageddon (@dj_stormageddon) about the two Sony Venom movies. They have a good time talking about their silliness, but also why they're perfect superhero movies for the current era we're in. Next episode we're talking about the...

  25. Epsiode 68: "Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man"

    Hello and welcome to the new "Why Comics?" podcast. Join Jesse and new co-host Hana as they talk about a new comic every two weeks. They'll also be talking about comic news that they feel like bringing up, comic-related discussions, and special guests. In this episode, they talk about Tom Taylor,...

  26. Episode 67: "Newburn, Daredevil, The All Nighter, Public Domain, Batman: The Knight, and Still Water" w/ Chip Zdarsky

    Join Jesse and, powerhouse comic book writer, Chip Zdarsky as they talk about all of Chip's current and upcoming books, some industry talk, and they also talk about manga. Where to find Chip: https://zdarsky.substack.com/ and https://www.mangasplaining.com/ Reason for the new name:...

  27. Episode 66: "Small, tiny, little update."

    Join Jesse and himself as he talks end of the year, teases what's next, and talks about a few comics he loves right now. The comics talked about: https://www.comixology.com/Radio-Apocalypse-1/digital-comic/913358?ref=c2VhcmNoL2luZGV4L2Rlc2t0b3Avc2xpZGVyTGlzdC90b3BSZXN1bHRzU2xpZGVy...

  28. Episode 65: "Marauders, King Grimlock, The Darkhold: Alpha & Omega, and more" w/ Steve Orlando

    Join Jesse and returning guest, Steve Orlando (@thatsteveorlando) as they talk about all of Steve's many current projects, some from the past, and some coming in the future. Find all of Steve's work here: https://www.comixology.com/Steve-Orlando/comics-creator/5846 Help out Danhausen:...

  29. Episode 64: "MCU Phase 4 So Far" w/ Chris Compendio

    Join Jesse and returning guest Chris Compendio ( @compenderizer ) as they catch up and talk about the state of the MCU so far. Find all more information about Chris here: https://www.chriscompendio.com/ Reason for the new name: https://twitter.com/whycomicspod/status/1384583732506632192 Ways to...

  30. Episode 63: "Spencer & Locke, The O.Z., and Scouts Honor" w/ David Pepose

    Join Jesse and the writer behind the best-selling & award-winning books like Spencer & Locke and the O.Z., David Pepose (@Peposed) as they talk about bending genre, making sure to live up to yourself, and practice until you make it. Find all his work here:...

  31. Episode 62: "Rick & Morty and Dungeons & Dragons/Aggretsuko" w/ Troy Little & Brenda Hickey

    Join Jesse and the writers & artists behind books like Powder Puff Girls, Rick & Morty and Dungeons & Dragons, Aggretsuko, My Little Pony, Ward's Valley, and Angora Napkin, Troy Little (@meanwhilestudio on Twitter & @angoranapkin on Instagram) & Brenda Hickey (@crazyary on Twitter &...

  32. Episode 61: "Witchblood and Good Luck" w/Matthew Erman

    Join Jesse and, the writer & co-creator of Witchblood at Vault and Good Luck at Boom Studios, Matthew Erman (@matthewerman). They discuss Matthew's books, some of the bigger ideas writers think about, and how to connect your book to the reader. Check out all of Matthew's work here:...

  33. Episode 60: "Project Wildfire, Flase Flag, MPLS Sound, and more" w/Hannibal Tabu

    Join Jesse and, writer of many projects, Hannibal Tabu (@hannibaltabu) talk about some of Hannibal's current projects, the importance of character in comics, and how important these stories are. There might even be some breaking news in the latter half. Check out all of Hannibal's work...

  34. Episode 59: "Stud and the Bloodblade" w/Perry Crowe

    Join Jesse and writer & co-creator of "Stud and the Bloodblade", Perry Crowe (@pacrowe). They talk about Stud and just how to build a full story. Pick up Stud here: https://studandthebloodblade.com/ Reason for the new name: https://twitter.com/whycomicspod/status/1384583732506632192 Ways to stand...

  35. Episode 58: "Way of the House Husband" w/Glenn Battishill

    Join Jesse and, his friend, Glenn Battishill (@glennbattishill) as they talk about the manga "Way of the House Husband" by Kousuke Oono Reason for the new name: https://twitter.com/whycomicspod/status/1384583732506632192 Ways to stand up against Asian hate:...

  36. Episode 57: "Marvel Unlimited Recommendations" w/ Chris Edgerton

    Join Jesse and, his friend, Chris Edgerton (@wheels1993) as they talk about good reading points on the marvel unlimited app. Chris' previous episode: https://anchor.fm/dashboard/episode/ei5r4l Reason for the new name: https://twitter.com/whycomicspod/status/1384583732506632192 Ways to stand up...

  37. Episode 56: "DC Treasury Edition C-21" w/ Alex Jaffe

    Join Jesse and DC Collumist & Trivia Lord Alex Jaffe (@alexjaffe) as they talk about a Captain Marvel collection, the state of the character and just DC comics in general. Read Alex's collums here: https://www.dccomics.com/tags/alex-jaffe Reason for the new name:...

  38. Episode 55: "The Killer: In The Dead of Night" w/ Jonathan Thompson

    Join Jesse and writer Jonathan Thompson (@cmdrofzed) as they talk about Jonathan's new Kickstarter comic "The Killer: In the Dead of Night" and all the other books he's been working on recently. Join the Kickstarter here:...

  39. Episode 54: " The Me You Love in the Dark" w/ Skottie Young & Jorge Corona

    Join Jesse and the co-creators of "Middlewest" and the new Image book "The Me You Love in the Dark", Skottie Young (@skottieyoung) & Jorge Corona (@jecorona). They talk about the new book, the process of making it, and some aspects of what is a style. Pre-order or buy the book here:...

  40. Episode 53: "Everyone is Tulip" w/ Nicole Goux & Dave Baker

    Join Jesse and the creators of the comic book "Everyone is Tulip", Nicole Goux (@nicolegoux) & Dave Baker (@xdavebakerx) as they talk about the book, their partnership, and some YouTube. You can buy their book here: https://www.darkhorse.com/Books/3006-466/Everyone-is-Tulip-TPB Reason for the new...

  41. Episode 52: Manga Talk w/David Brothers

    Join Jesse and, one of the Mangasplaining Co-Hosts, David Brothers (@hermanos) as they just talk about manga. They talk about the ways it's the same as western books, but also talk about what it does that they'd like to see western comics do more. You can find David's show Mangasplaining...

  42. Episode 51: "Paper Girls" w/Kayla Jouet

    Join Jesse and, Uppercut Crit's own, Kayla Jouet (@oakayla) as they talk about "Paper Girls" written by Brian K. Vaughan, illustrated by Cliff Chiang, the colorist is Matt Wilson, the letterer, the designer is Jared K. Fletcher, and the color flatter is Dee Cunniffe. You can find Kayla's work…

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  43. Episode 50: "Movie Talk" w/ Grace Benfell

    Join Jesse and, returning guest, Grace Benfell (@grace_machine) as they talk about comic book movies, the relationship between creators and corporations, and what we want to see happen next. You can support Grace on Patreon now at: https://www.patreon.com/graceinthemachine Reason for the new…

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  44. Episode 49: "A very short update"

    Join Jesse and Jesse alone for a very short update episode. Reason for the new name: https://twitter.com/whycomicspod/status/1384583732506632192 Ways to stand up against Asian hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Ways to show Black Lives Matter: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/...

  45. Episode 48: "Labor Unions Within Comics" w/Caitlin Rosberg

    Join Jesse and, A.V. Club Writer, Caitlin Rosberg (@crosberg) as they talk about Caitlin's history with comics, Captain America First Avenger, and Labor Unions within Comics. Caitlin's work at the A.V. Club: https://kinja.com/crosberg Reason for the new name:...

  46. Episode 47: "Locke and Key" w/ Brett Downard

    Join Jesse and his good comic friend Brett Downard as they talk "Locke and Key" by Joe Hill and Gabriel Hernandez, comic collecting, and other things. Reason for the new name: https://twitter.com/whycomicspod/status/1384583732506632192 Ways to stand up against Asian hate:...

  47. Episode 46: "Infidel, The Good Asian, and the art of Noir" w/Pornsak Pichetshote

    Join Jesse and the writer of Infidel & The Good Asian, Pornsak Pichetshote (@real_pornsak) about his works, his process, and just a lot of noir. Pornsak's works: https://www.comixology.com/Pornsak-Pichetshote/comics-creator/3957 Reason for the new name:...

  48. Episode 45: "Project Patron, Curse of the Man-Thing, Extreme Carnage, and More" w/Steve Orlando

    Join Jesse and, for the third time, Steve Orlando (@thesteveorlando) as they talk about all of Steve current books, a few upcoming ones, and some random topics thrown in. Steve's works: https://www.comixology.com/Steve-Orlando/comics-creator/5846 Reason for the new name:...

  49. Episode 44: "Twin Blades" w/Jarred Luján

    Join Jesse and the writer for Twin Blades (a hit Kickstarter), Jarred Luján (@jarredlujan) as they talk about Twin Blades, working a Kickstarter, comic inspirations, and other projects. Back the Kickstarter while there is still time: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1257085019/the-twin-blades...

  50. Episode 43: "One Year Anniversary and Tom King's Batman" w/Glenn Battishill

    Join guest Host Glenn Battishill (@glennbattishill), as he interviews Jesse about one year of the podcast about the comics that mattered to him. Ways to stand up against Asian hate: https://anti-asianviolenceresources.carrd.co/ Ways to show Black Lives Matter: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/...

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Join Ashley on a comic book tour with our guide Jesse, as he carves a path toward understanding the art form and what makes it so interesting.

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