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Comic News Insider

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The podcast for everything comic book, animation, sci-fi and pop culture. Hosted by Jimmy Aquino & a rotating panel of co-hosts, CNI is your weekly dose of industry news, reviews and interviews.

Past guests include: Stan Lee, John Romita, Sr., Jerry Robinson, Brian K. Vaughan, Ed Brubaker, Matt Fraction, John Cassaday, Paul Pope, Darwyne Cooke, JM Dematteis, Steve Niles, Garth Ennis, Steve Rude, Kyle Baker, Jim Lee, James Jean, Alison Bechdel, Arthur Suydam, Jonathan Hickman, Greg Pak, John McCrea, Zoe Bell, Ted Raimi, David Tennant, Russel T. Davies, Felicia Day, Seth Green, Rob Zombie, Brian Pulido, Olivia Munn, Michael Rooker, Ben Templesmith, Kate Beaton, Faith Erin Hicks, Amber MacArthur, Seth Meyers, Joss Whedon, Nathan Fillion, Bryan Fuller, Kristin Chenoweth, Rosario Dawson, Olivia D'Abo, Patton Oswalt, Tom Kenny, Michael Emerson, Kevin Pereira, Paul Cornell, Jackson Publick, Doc Hammer, Molly Crabapple, and Blair Butler (G4TV).

CNI, the "Entertainment Weekly" of comic podcasts, continues to bring the fun and the funny! (Hey, it's better than being the "US Weekly" of comic podcasts.) Join Jimmy every Wednesday to laugh, learn and maybe even love!

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Episodes

Episode 1346 - Thought Bubble Preview!

November 05, 2022 02:59 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MB

Reviews: Andor s1, House of the Dragon s1 finale, The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power s1 finale, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law s1 finale, Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi, Black Adam By the time you hear this, Jimmy is in London playing around until he hits the Thought Bubble Festival on the weekend in Harrogate. He talks about his plans for the convention, interviews lined up, helpful hints for exhibitors, what he's doing in London and more. Lots of TV/film reviews to catch up on so he got ...

Episode 1345 - Happy Halloweenies!

October 29, 2022 07:44 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

Reviews: Damn Them All #1, Fear the Funhouse One-Shot, Leonide the Vampyr: Miracle at the Crow's Head #1, Night of the Ghoul #1, Cabinet of Curiosities, Reginald the Vampire, Halloween Ends What's this? A regular format podcast? Yes, we've had massive convention/review specials since around June and Jimmy is certainly hoping you are enjoying all of the coverage. Back to reviews and news for a hot minute before heading off to the UK for Thought Bubble Festival! You got it. More convention c...

Episode 1344 - NYCC: Greg Pak!

October 26, 2022 07:14 - 34 minutes - 11.9 MB

Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) and got a bunch of interviews and did a couple of press rooms. In this episode, you'll hear his talk with writer Greg Pak. Their schedules didn't allow them to meet at NYCC, so they met a few days later and had a leisurely chat in Bryant Park here in NYC. The sounds of the city were behind them with a couple of folks trying to join the podcast! Greg talked about the panel he was supposed to be on, his upcoming return to writing The Hulk, his love of ...

Episode 1343 - NYCC: The Muppets Mayhem w/ Lilly Singh/Tahj Mowry/Anders Holm/Saara Chaudry/Bill Baretta/Adam F. Goldberg/Jeff Yorkes!

October 11, 2022 10:15 - 51 minutes - 17.7 MB

Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) over the weekend and got a bunch of interviews and did a couple of press rooms. In this episode, you'll hear the press room he did for the upcoming Disney+ show THE MUPPETS MAYHEM. It's all about the Muppets band Dr. Teeth and the Electric Mayhem and their process of navigating current world problems while making an album. In the room were human stars Lilly Singh/Tahj Mowry/Anders Holm/Saara Chaudry. As well as the creative team of Adam F. Goldberg (...

Episode 1342 - KoCCA Special w/ Hyun Park (Project Manager)/Nami Choi (Translator)!

October 11, 2022 10:06 - 20 minutes - 6.96 MB

Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) over the weekend and got a bunch of interviews and did a couple of press rooms. In this episode, you'll hear his talk with KoCCA (Korea Creative Content Agency) Project Manager Hyun Park along with her translator Nami Choi. They talk about what KoCCA has to offer, different Korean comics, music, TV, film and more. A delightful chat! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Episode 1341 - NYCC: Anthony Del Col/Erica Schultz!

October 11, 2022 09:57 - 24 minutes - 8.46 MB

Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) over the weekend and got a bunch of interviews and did a couple of press rooms. In this episode, you'll hear his talks with Anthony Del Col and Erica Schultz. Anthony talks about his Pulitzer Prize winning online comic and he and Jimmy's mutual love for It's A Wonderful Life. Erica chats about her current comic series THE DEADLIEST BOUQUET and her 2 upcoming Marvel comics just announced at NYCC! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Episode 1340 - NYCC: Colleen AF Venable!

October 11, 2022 09:48 - 41 minutes - 52.7 MB

Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) and got a bunch of interviews and did a couple of press rooms. In this episode, you'll hear his talk with Colleen AF Venable. It's been since 2019 that Colleen was last on the podcast at TCAF. She talks about working on comics for a younger audience, her role as associate director for original content w/ Epic! Kids, tattoos, bunnies, tv, film...so much more. Just a lovely conversation. Colleen is one of those people you instantly connect with and jus...

Episode 1339 - NYCC: Will Sliney!

October 11, 2022 08:12 - 20 minutes - 27.1 MB

Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) over the weekend. He got a bunch of interviews and did a couple of press rooms. In this episode, you'll hear his talk with good pal Will Sliney. They chatted about how he became a big TV star in Ireland over the pandemic, his upcoming new Image book HELL TO PAY, work on Star Wars and Spider-Man comics and how he saved a dolphin! Always a delight! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Episode 1338 - NYCC: Michael Molcher!

October 11, 2022 08:06 - 19 minutes - 24.7 MB

Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) over the weekend. He got a bunch of interviews and did a couple of press rooms. In this episode, you'll hear his talk with good mate Michael Molcher. They talk about his role as the Brand Manager for 2000AD, his first book I AM THE LAW: HOW JUDGE DREDD PREDICTED OUR FUTURE, 2000AD comics, and more. Always a blast catching up with Mike! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Episode 1337 - NYCC: Arielle Jovellanos!

October 11, 2022 08:02 - 32 minutes - 41 MB

Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) over the weekend. He got a bunch of interviews and did a couple of press rooms. In this episode, you'll hear his talk with the absolutely fantastic Arielle Jovellanos. They chat about her recent books EVIL THING, BLACK STAR, the upcoming GIRL TAKING OVER: A LOIS LANE STORY, musical theater comics, Kdramas, Kpop and more. Since she's a fellow Filipino, Jimmy has unofficially adopted her as a little sister. Just a delightful and super fun conversation....

Episode 1336 - NYCC: Funko Special w/ Mike Becker (Founder) & Dave Bere (VP of Brand & Marketing)!

October 11, 2022 07:51 - 17 minutes - 23 MB

Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) over the weekend. He got a bunch of interviews and did a couple of press rooms. In this FUNKO-centric episode, you'll hear his talks with founder/SVP of Entertainment Mike Becker and VP of Brand/Marketing Dave Bere! Great talks about product, how a Funko is picked, favorites, how it all started and more. Jimmy even pitches his idea for an as yet unmade Funko...IT'S A WONDERFUL LIFE. What did the guys think? HOT DOG! You know the drill. You gotta tune...

Episode 1335 - NYCC: New York Comic Con Recap! Interviews w/ Jeremy Holt/Sweeney Boo/Ben Templesmith!

October 11, 2022 07:37 - 44 minutes - 56.5 MB

Jimmy went to New York Comic Con (NYCC) over the weekend and is here to tell you all about it! A great recap of the set up, crowd, exhibitors, guests, press rooms, interviews, cosplayers, and more. Jimmy also got a bunch of interviews and did a couple of press rooms. In this episode, you'll hear his talks with Jeremy Holt, Sweeney Boo and Ben Templesmith! Jeremy talked about their upcoming work GATSBY, Sweeney chatted about her recent new book OVER MY DEAD BODY and Ben started talking abou...

Episode 1333 - NYCC Preview & Reviews!

October 04, 2022 04:27 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MB

Reviews: Maskerade #1, Minor Threats #1, Andor, Cobra Kai s5, Interview With The Vampire, Quantum Leap, Hocus Pocus 2, The Munsters New York Comic Con is this weekend and Jimmy is NOT ready! Well, he's pretty much ready but still some last minute scheduling is being worked out. He talks about some of the interviews he'll be getting and/or hoping to get! It may be a more relaxed show than previous years but he'll still get some great content. There's also a big review catch up with comics, T...

Episode 1334 - SPX: Grace Desmarais/Ned Kane!

September 28, 2022 07:32 - 28 minutes - 9.85 MB

Jimmy went to SPX (Small Press Expo) over the weekend and got 15 interviews with almost 5 hrs of coverage. In this final SPX interview special, you'll hear me chat w/ Grace Desmarais and Ned Kane. Jimmy talks to Grace about her comic SONG FOR MEDUSA, a great retelling of the myth. They also chat her love of magical worlds and mythology, cryptids, romances and more. Such fun! Jimmy talked to Ned about his first comic project, PATRONS AND PASSERBYS OF THE IVY CROWN TAVERN, a collection of st...

Episode 1332 - SPX: Katriona Chapman/Kata Kane!

September 28, 2022 07:26 - 21 minutes - 7.31 MB

Jimmy went to SPX (Small Press Expo) over the weekend and got 15 interviews with almost 5 hrs of coverage. In this episode you'll hear interviews w/ hia friends Falynn Koch and Vera Greentea. Falynn wrote/drew History Comics: The National Parks: Preserving America's Wild Places. We talk about her road trip that she and her husband took visiting almost 50 national parks. Of course, her also being a chef, we talked food and recipes and the like. Such a delight! Vera is an amazing writer w/ lov...

Episode 1331 - SPX: Falynn Koch/Vera Greentea!

September 28, 2022 07:23 - 28 minutes - 9.86 MB

Jimmy went to SPX (Small Press Expo) over the weekend and got 15 interviews with almost 5 hrs of coverage. In this episode you'll hear interviews w/ hia friends Falynn Koch and Vera Greentea. Falynn wrote/drew History Comics: The National Parks: Preserving America's Wild Places. We talk about her road trip that she and her husband took visiting almost 50 national parks. Of course, her also being a chef, we talked food and recipes and the like. Such a delight! Vera is an amazing writer w/ l...

Episode 1330 - SPX: Juniper Kim!

September 27, 2022 10:01 - 31 minutes - 10.8 MB

Jimmy went to SPX (Small Press Expo) over the weekend and got 15 interviews with almost 5 hrs of coverage. In this episode, Jimmy sat down with the Ignatz Award nominee for Promising New Talent, Juniper Kim. That moniker is very true as Jimmy explored a lot of her work and she is definitely one to watch out for. They talked about her beautiful watercolor book KOREANS SING IN ENGLISH, other mini-zines/comics, her Korean heritage, music, mental health and more. Definitely check her work out....

Episode 1329 - SPX: Robin Ha!

September 26, 2022 10:05 - 31 minutes - 10.8 MB

Jimmy went to SPX (Small Press Expo) over the weekend and got 15 interviews with almost 5 hrs of coverage. In this episode, Jimmy sat down with the amazingly awesome Robin Ha. They talked about her 2 graphic novels COOK KOREAN! and ALMOST AMERICAN GIRL as well as her upcoming 3rd book based on the Korean legend of the kumiho ("nine-tailed fox"). Naturally, they got to talking about their favorite Korean food, TV and films. Always such a delight! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Episode 1328 - SPX: Ho Che Anderson!

September 23, 2022 11:21 - 45 minutes - 15.5 MB

Jimmy went to SPX (Small Press Expo) over the weekend and got 15 interviews with almost 5 hrs of coverage. In this episode, Jimmy sat down with the brilliant cartoonist Ho Che Anderson. They talked about his upcoming sequel GODHEAD 2, the film adaptation of his novella, why he pulled a pitch for a major comics company, old school comics, current TV/film faves and so much more. Always such a fun and laid back hang that may go long but seems like it was too short. Jimmy looks forward to the ne...

Episode 1327 - SPX: Rumi Hara!

September 22, 2022 10:03 - 37 minutes - 12.7 MB

Jimmy went to SPX (Small Press Expo) over the weekend and got 15 interviews with almost 5 hrs of coverage. In this episode, Jimmy sat down with the super talented Rumi Hara to chat about her graphic novels NORI and THE PEANUTBUTTER SISTERS AND OTHER AMERICAN STORIES. They also talked about her influences both in Japan and America, some of her favorite comics, teaching, the importance of her Japanese heritage in her work and more. Just a delightful and laid back discussion. Also, get a hold...

Episode 1326 - SPX: SelfMadeHero Special w/ Aimee de Jongh/Barbara Stok!

September 21, 2022 09:28 - 52 minutes - 18.2 MB

Jimmy went to SPX (Small Press Expo) over the weekend and got 15 interviews with almost 5 hrs of coverage. You'll hear 2 in this episode. Aimee de Jongh and Barbara Stok both have recent work out through one of Jimmy's favorite publishers, SelfMadeHero. The UK publisher always finds such great talent. Jimmy did a spotlight panel with Aimee in June at TCAF and follows up with her at SPX. They chat about DAYS OF SAND and another recent work 60 YEARS IN WINTER. Jimmy sat down with Barbara to ...

Episode 1325 - SPX: Recap & Interviews w/ Danielle Corsetto/Monica Gallagher/Jamie Noguchi!

September 20, 2022 03:16 - 56 minutes - 19.5 MB

Jimmy went to SPX (Small Press Expo) over the weekend and got 15 interviews with almost 5 hrs of coverage. You'll hear 3 in this episode w/ Danielle Corsetto, Monica Gallagher & Jamie Noguchi. Other ones Jimmy got over the weekend are with Aimee de Jongh, Barbara Stok, Rumi Hara, Ho Che Anderson, Robin Ha, Juniper Kim, Falynn Koch, Vera Greentea, Katriona Chapman, Kata Kane, Grace Desmarais and Ned Kane. The show itself was a big hit! Great variety of exhibitors and guests. Well organized an...

Episode 1324 - More Comic/TV/Film Recs!

September 13, 2022 07:11 - 37 minutes - 12.8 MB

Jimmy hasn't had a chance to do a Top 3 in quite awhile with so many podcast specials. In this episode, he catches the listeners up on what he's been loving in comics, TV and film. Spoiler: A lot of great stuff! Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we reviewed and send us your thoughts! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Episode 1323 - SPX Preview!

September 13, 2022 04:16 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

Jimmy is heading off to the Small Press Expo (SPX) this weekend in Bethesda, MD. He hasn't been in years and is very much looking forward to this show. As usual, he's got interviews lined up and is anxious to meet a ton of awesomely talented creators. In this episode, he mentions whom he's got lined up to chat with and others that he has his eye on. He also briefly goes over the programming and Ignatz award nominees and practically purchases some of their work while recording. Fun times to c...

Episode 1322 - The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power!

September 07, 2022 07:03 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MB

Another review special for you featuring the new Amazon Prime series THE LORD OF THE RINGS: THE RINGS OF POWER. The first 2 episodes dropped last week and boy do we have things to say about them. As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Ashley, Melissa, Jon, Ricky, Steph and Therese! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we reviewed and send us your t...

Episode 1321 - Amazing Fantasy #1000!

September 07, 2022 06:43 - 14 minutes - 13.1 MB

Another review special for you featuring the milestone Marvel comic AMAZING FANTASY #1000. A plethora of amazing creators contributed to this extra-large comic all telling uniquely awesome stories. Some of those creators included Neil Gaiman, Jonathan Hickman, Rainbow Rowell, Ho Che Anderson, Olivier Coipel and more. As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Ashley, Marta and Ricky! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI ap...

Episode 1320 - Alienoid/Day Shift/Minions: The Rise of Gru/Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Movie!

August 24, 2022 06:51 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

Due to all the massive SDCC coverage, we fell behind on reviews so CNI will be releasing a few review specials. This episode will feature reviews for the films ALIENOID, DAY SHIFT, MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU and THE RISE OF THE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: THE MOVIE. As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Jimmy's cousin Laura and good pal Jon! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know i...

Episode 1319 - Paper Girls/The Sandman!

August 24, 2022 06:41 - 27 minutes - 25.2 MB

Due to all the massive SDCC coverage, we fell behind on reviews so CNI will be releasing a few review specials. This episode will feature reviews for the new streaming hits PAPER GIRLS and THE SANDMAN. 1 more review special left. As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Jon, Ashley, Ricky and Corey! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we reviewed an...

Episode 1318 - Prey!

August 24, 2022 06:08 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MB

Due to all the massive SDCC coverage, we fell behind on reviews so CNI will be releasing a few review specials. This episode will feature reviews for the hit Hulu film PREY. 2 more review specials left. As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Melissa, Jon, Marta and Therese! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we reviewed and send us your thoughts!...

Episode 1317 - Resident Alien/Tales of the Walking Dead/Locke & Key!

August 24, 2022 06:06 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MB

Due to all the massive SDCC coverage, we fell behind on reviews so CNI will be releasing a few review specials. This episode will feature reviews for RESIDENT ALIEN, TALES OF THE WALKING DEAD and LOCKE & KEY season 3 (final season). The next few will cover more TV and film. As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Melissa! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or wa...

Episode 1316 - House of the Dragon!

August 24, 2022 05:50 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MB

Due to all the massive SDCC coverage, we fell behind on reviews so CNI will be releasing a few review specials. This episode will feature reviews for the new HBO show HOUSE OF THE DRAGON. The next few will cover more TV and film. As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Therese, Melissa, Steph and Ashley! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we revie...

Episode 1315 - She-Hulk: Attorney at Law!

August 24, 2022 05:35 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

Due to all the massive SDCC coverage, we fell behind on reviews so CNI will be releasing a few review specials. This episode will feature reviews for the new Disney+ show SHE-HULK: ATTORNEY AT LAW. The next few will cover more TV and film. As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Therese, Melissa, Steph and Marta! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what...

Episode 1314 - Flame Con Recap & Comic Reviews!

August 22, 2022 11:22 - 31 minutes - 29.1 MB

Reviews: Clementine Book One, Flavor Girls #1, Frankenstein: New World #1, Gambit Vol 6 #1, Golden Rage #1, Love Everlasting #1, Survival Street #1 Jimmy attending Flame Con here in NYC over the weekend and is here to tell you all about this joyous and positive LGBTQ+ convention! And, since due to all the massive SDCC coverage, we fell behind on reviews so CNI will be releasing a few review specials. This episode will feature comic book reviews. The next few will cover TV and film. As usua...

Episode 1313 - SDCC - National Treasure: Edge of History w/ Jordan Rodrigues/Lyndon Smith/Antonio Cipriano/Zuri Reed/Lisette Olivera/Jake Austin Walker/Cormac & Marianne Wibberley (Showrunners)!

August 10, 2022 01:52 - 33 minutes - 11.5 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. In this episode, he did the press room for the upcoming new Disney+ series NATIONAL TREASURE: EDGE OF HISTORY. At the roundtables were Jordan Rodrigues, Lyndon Smith, Antonio Cipriano, Zuri Reed, Lisette Olivera, Jake Austin Walker, and Showrunners Cormac & Marianne Wibberley! How does the series relate to the movie franchise? Who are the new characters? Will Nicolas Cage appear? Check it find out! Also, get ...

Episode 1312 - SDCC: MultiVersus w/ Tara Strong/Matthew Lillard/Tony Huynh (Game Director)/Sheloman Byrd (EP)!

August 10, 2022 01:35 - 51 minutes - 17.7 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. In this episode, he did the press room for the new WB game MULTIVERSUS. In the game, you can play various WB characters from Tom & Jerry to Shaggy to Harley Quinn to Steven Universe and more! At the roundtables were Tara Strong (Harley Quinn), Matthew Lillard (Shaggy), Tony Huynh (Game Director) and Sheloman Byrd (EP). What is game play like? How many characters can you play? What are some of the power ups? C...

Episode 1311 - SDCC - Moriarty: The Devil's Game w/ Dominic Monaghan/Phil LaMarr/Lindsay Whisler!

August 10, 2022 01:30 - 38 minutes - 13.3 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. In this episode, he attended the roundtables for MORIARTY: THE DEVIL'S GAME, a new dramatic podcast from Audible. It's a twist on the familiar Sherlock Holmes tale and is more like a radio play. Talent attending were stars Dominic Monaghan, Phil LaMarr, and Lindsay Whisler. How does it twist the Sherlock mythos? How did the project come together with Dominic? Where does Phil find his voices? Was that Lindsay ...

Episode 1308 - RESIDENT ALIEN! Alan Tudyk/Alice Wetterlund/Corey Reynolds/Elizabeth Bown/Levi Fiehler/Showrunner Chris Sheridan!

August 10, 2022 00:17 - 53 minutes - 18.4 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. In this episode, he had planned on just releasing an interview he did at SDCC with his friend Chris Sheridan, showrunner for the hit SyFy series RESIDENT ALIEN. However, the cast did a virtual press junket along with Chris so we're gonna include it all here! In the junket, Chris was there along with Alan Tudyk, Alice Wetterlund was paired with Levi Fiehler, and Corey Reynolds was with Elizabeth Bowen. They we...

Episode 1310 - SDCC: Gina Darling (G4TV)!

July 29, 2022 06:06 - 25 minutes - 8.86 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. In this episode, he chats with G4TV host Gina Darling of ATTACK OF THE SHOW. A delightful conversation, they discuss the new G4TV and how it came about. She also talks of how she got the job, what she loves about it, where she thinks it will all go and more. Just a fantastic talk! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Episode 1309 - SDCC: Dr. Andrea Letamendi!

July 29, 2022 06:00 - 44 minutes - 15.4 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. In this episode, he chats with his friend and clinical psychologist Dr. Andrea Letamendi. They discuss her podcast, The Arkham Sessions and how she's been exploring the Marvel and Star Wars universes on it. She was on a few panels at SDCC as well and she tells us a bit about them. They also get into a serious talk about mental health and helpful ways to help yourself or a friend struggling. Jimmy always enjoy...

Episode 1307 - SDCC: Liana Kangas/Bobby Timony/Corey Brotherson & Yomi Ayeni!

July 29, 2022 04:10 - 43 minutes - 14.9 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. In this episode, he chats with cartoonist pals Liana Kangas, Bobby Timony, Corey Brotherson and Yomi Ayeni! Liana discusses her very busy schedule of current and upcoming comics. Bobby talks about his new book DC League of the Super-Pets: The Great Mxy-Up. Corey and Yomi discuss personal projects along with the massive multi-media Clockwork Watch series. Always great to catch up with them all! Also, get a ho...

Episode 1306 - SDCC: The Sandman w/ Neil Gaiman (EP/Creator)/Allan Heinberg (Showrunner)/Vivienne Archeampong/Kirby Howell-Baptiste/Gwendoline Christie/Jenna Coleman/Boyd Holbrook/Mason Alexander Park/Vanesu Samunyai/Tom Sturridge!

July 29, 2022 03:50 - 1 hour - 23.2 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. In this episode, he did the press room for Netflix's upcoming series THE SANDMAN. Based on the comics of the same name. Such a delightful time chatting w/ the cast and creatives behind it. You'll hear from Neil Gaiman (EP/Creator), Allan Heinberg (Showrunner), Vivienne Archeampong, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Gwendoline Christie, Jenna Coleman, Boyd Holbrook, Mason Alexander Park, Vanesu Samunyai, and Tom Sturrid...

Episode 1305 - SDCC: The Cosplay Crew!

July 29, 2022 00:48 - 23 minutes - 8.07 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. In this episode, he talks to his good friends whom are amazing cosplayers. Thanks to Marta, Courtney, Heidi and Mary for chatting. They talk cosplay, their thoughts on this year's show, creative packing, etc. What's it like prepping for Comic Con as a cosplayer? Why do they consider this the "reboot" year of SDCC? What was the hottest cosplay this year?  Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Episode 1304 - SDCC: PAPER GIRLS w/ Brian K. Vaughan (EP/Creator)/Cliff Chiang (EP/Creator)/Camryn Jones/Sofia Rosinsky/Riley Lai Nelet/Fina Strazza/Chris Rogers (Showrunner)/Adina Porter/Nate Corddry!

July 27, 2022 09:40 - 53 minutes - 18.3 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. In this episode, he did the press room for Amazon Prime's upcoming series PAPER GIRLS. Based on the comics of the same name. Such a delightful time chatting w/ the cast and creatives behind it. You'll hear from Brian K. Vaughan (EP/Creator), Cliff Chiang (EP/Creator), Camryn Jones, Sofia Rosinsky, Riley Lai Nelet, Fina Strazza, Chris Rogers (Showrunner), Adina Porter and Nate Corddry. While the younger cast ...

Episode 1303 - SDCC Recap! Interviews w/ Jeffrey Brown/Paul Cornell/Victoria Ying!

July 26, 2022 09:37 - 56 minutes - 19.3 MB

Jimmy was at San Diego Comic Con last week for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic. While a lighter year, press-wise, he still managed to get about 10 1:1s and cover 5 press rooms. He gives his somewhat longer winded than he wanted recap of the show. And in this episode, you'll hear from Jeffrey Brown (STAR WARS: A VADER FAMILY SITHMAS), Paul Cornell (THREE LITTLE WISHES/WILD CARDS) and Victoria Ying (DIANA PRINCESS OF THE AMAZONS). Jimmy spent a lot more time on the floor than pr...

Episode 1302 - SDCC Bound w/ Director Jim Batt!

July 19, 2022 06:02 - 50 minutes - 17.5 MB

Comic News Insider: Episode 1302 is now available for free download! Click on the link or follow on Spotify/subscribe on iTunes!  Reviews: The Boys s3 finale, Ms Marvel s1 finale Jimmy chats w/ his good pal director Jim Batt about his animated adaptation THE GRAVE OF ST. ORAN based on a poem by Neil Gaiman. They talk about the process of stop motion and using paper cut outs. Jim also talks about how he is attending San Diego Comic Con for the first time to discuss the film. Jimmy promises...

Episode 1301 - THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER!

July 13, 2022 06:44 - 34 minutes - 31.9 MB

THOR: LOVE AND THUNDER is the big Marvel film out that everyone Jimmy knew was going to see so he decided to do a special on it! He recruited pals Melissa, Marta, Jon, Steph, Therese and Avery to give their thoughts on the film. Of course, he also gives his own thoughts and boy howdy are they a lot of thoughts! Spoilers will abound as this is for those of you whom have seen it. Check it out if you have and let us know if you agree/disagree or what you think of the film. Is it better than th...

Episode 1300 - A Panel of CNI Nerdiness w/ Special Guest Michael Emerson!

July 11, 2022 09:28 - 1 hour - 27.4 MB

It's our big 1300th episode and Jimmy and Producer Joe gather a panel of friends to discuss comics, TV, film, news and pop culture. Heidi MacDonald (EIC of THE BEAT) has been a good friend of them and the podcast for years now and always comes on to hang. 2 of her editors Avery Kaplan (PRISM COMICS) and Therese Lacson (NERDOPHILES) also join in on the rap session. Both have helped out with reviews and interviews over the last couple of years on CNI and are so appreciated! We had such a fun t...

Episode 1299 - Stranger CNI!

July 04, 2022 23:15 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MB

Reviews: Dungeons & Dragons: Ravenloft - Orphan of Agony Isle #1, Pubic Domain #1, Variants #1, Stranger Things s4, part 2 As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Ashley, Melissa, Ricky and Marta! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we reviewed and send us your thoughts! Thanks to Emily for the news which includes: Jim Henson's Creature Shop is b...

Episode 1298 - KeNObi or KeYESbi?

June 28, 2022 01:18 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB

Reviews: Black Adam #1, Obi-Wan Kenobi season finale, The Umbrella Academy s3, Westworld s4 premiere As usual, Jimmy recruits some of his favorite audio reviewers again. Thanks to Ashley, Melissa and Therese! Always such insightful and great reviews and the powers that be at CNI appreciate them so much. Let us know if you've read and/or watched what we reviewed and send us your thoughts! Thanks to Emily for the news which includes: Neil Gaiman & Mark Buckingham's MIRACLEMAN returns, a Loon...

Episode 1297 - TCAF: Monica Gallagher!

June 24, 2022 11:16 - 27 minutes - 9.37 MB

Jimmy was in Toronto last weekend attending TCAF (Toronto Comic Arts Festival). In this episode, Jimmy catches up with cartoonist/good pal Monica Gallagher. They discuss her recent work including ASSASSIN ROOMMATE, BONNIE N. COLLIDE, THE BLACK GHOST and THE BIGGEST BIGFOOT. They also talk about her love of monsters (especially werewolves) and more. But they definitely didn't talk about that thing that happened the night before that everyone saw! Always great to hang with Monica especially a...

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