Comics Aficionados: Fixing Modern Comics, Spidey v Batman, Remembering Norm McDonald and More

Wes is joined by Comics Aficionados: comic book artist Eric Canete, award-winning comic editor and writer Joe Corallo, comic book YouTuber Kerry from Nerdygirlcreates, comic book retailer and YouTuber Uel Carter from Fantastic Comicsand co-host Dok. The Comics Aficionados break down all the latest comic book industry news and rumors. The comic book industry has veered far off course the past few decades, some would say willingly into an oncoming iceberg. Fixing mainstream comics isn’t easy, the Aficionados discuss and debate what changes they would make to heal comic books. (00:09:10) IDW Media has been hemorrhaging money for years now, leaving the 4th largest comic publisher in jeopardy. IDW Publishing announced good news this week, modest profits and a new exclusive distribution deal with Penguin Random House. (01:05:20) Who would win in a fight between Marvel’s Spider-Man and DC’s Batman? (01:31:15) DC Comics Dec 2021 solicitations included 4 new comic series; World of Krypton, Batgirls, Swamp Thing: Green Hell and One-Star Squadron. (01:41:25) Marvel also released their Dec solicitation information, announcing the end of Hellions, Wastelanders one-shots and Devil’s Reign info. (01:57:15) Esteemed Hollywood director Denis Villeneuve joined Martin Scorsese’s in condemning superhero movies and their effects on the movie industry and audiences. (02:05:10) Finally, we lost a comedic genius this week. Former SNL news anchor Norm McDonald was one of the most fearless comedians in history and will be deeply missed. (02:11:50)

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