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The Short Box: A Comic Book Talk ShowTrailer: The Short Box: A Comic Book Talk Show. A Comic Podcast Like No OtherThe Short Box is the best way to get your weekly dose of comic shop vibes without ever leaving the house! Join your host, Badr Milligan, every Wednesday, for news, reviews, and interviews about comic books and comic culture, and hear exclusive conversations with the top comic creators in the world. Join the Short Box Nation on Patreon.com/theshortbox to listen to bonus episodes and get other exclusive perks!We read Fan Mail, send us some! Support the showREACH OUT! đ¤đź Email us at theshortboxjax@gmail.com Follow us on IG...2025-04-2300 min
Cinema VillainsEp 125: Chronicle (2012) ft. Badr MilliganSend us a textIn this episode we are joined by Badr Milligan of The SHORTBOX Podcast to talk about 2012âs  found footage film âChronicleâđ LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/Cinema_Villains?utm_source=linktree_profile_share2025-04-172h 03
Comic Book Couples Counseling PodcastThe Stampies: Best Comics of 2024 (Part Two)We made it. Another trip around the sun. Congratulations, everyone. Let's celebrate with our final episode of the year, The Stampies: Best Comics of 2024 (Part Two).
In our final episode of 2024, we name the Best Comic of 2024 as well as several other cherished awards: Best Ongoing Series, Best Limited Series, Best Relaunch, Writer of the Year, Artist of the Year, etc. Maybe most significantly, we award the second annual Jesse Tappia II Champ Stamp Award, named after our good friend who no longer walks the Earth with us but certainly remains in our hearts as...2024-12-271h 56
The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book Podcast2024 Comic Creators Fantasy Draft w/ Badr (The Short Box) & Greg (First Issue Club)This week on The Oblivion Bar Podcast, we are bringing back a fan-favorite segment: our Comic Creator Fantasy Draft đFor this draft, we are joined by â
of the Kansas City-based comic book podcast First Issue Club and President of your local Muppets fan club: Greg Lickteig! In the other seat is one of the true trailblazers in the comic book podcasting world and the silky smooth voice behind The Short Box: A Comic Book Talk Show--Badr Milligan is back on the show to assemble his perfect comic creator team!2023 Comic Creato...2024-11-251h 40
BuzzcastConsistency and Quality vs. Marketing and Promotion: What Really Builds a Podcast Audience?Send us a textWhat matters moreâconsistency and content quality or marketing and promotion? Drawing from industry insights, podcasting trends, and our own experiences, we explore the strategies successful podcasters use to grow their audience!Audio quality plays a crucial role in retaining podcast listeners, and we've got some valuable tips to help you achieve great sound without breaking the bank. Drawing parallels from the world of sports, we delve into the importance of self-review, sharing how listening to your own episodes can lead to a more polished and engaging show. We al...2024-11-2258 min
Completely Booked - Official Podcast of the Jacksonville Public LibraryLit Chat with Award-Winning Graphic Novelist Nate PowellNate Powell began self-publishing as an Arkansas teenager in 1992. Now, he is a National Book Award-winning cartoonist best known for his work on the ground-breaking graphic novel memoir series, March, with civil rights icon John Lewis. An inside story of the Civil Rights Movement told through the eyes of one of its most iconic figures, it was a #1 New York Times and Washington Post bestseller. Nate Powell has received multiple Eisner and Ignatz awards, the Comic-Con International Inkpot Award, and multiple ALA and YALSA distinctions. He was also a two-time finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize. H...2024-08-231h 01
First Issue Club Comic BooksTMNT: Alpha / Scarlet / UltimatesBig, bulky, and boisterous... A F.I.C episode like none before it. Greg and Andy are joined by Chris Hacker (The Oblivion Bar podcast) and Badr Milligan (The Short Box podcast) for an incredibly special and rowdy episode of the First Issue Club. Chris and Badr have been longtime friends of ours IN ADDITION to being massive influences and voices in the comic book podcasting community. A crossover that has been a longtime in the making and will go down in FIC history as one of our best shows. The Comic Gentlemen...2024-06-071h 25
The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book PodcastSERIES REVIEW: X-Men â97 w/ Badr Milligan (The Short Box) Part TwoFor part two of our X-Men '97 review, our good friend and host of the excellent comic book talk show The Short Box Podcast, Badr Milligan is back to help us cover and discuss the revitalization of the classic Marvel animated series from the 90s!The series begins one year after the loss of Professor Charles Xavier during the original series finale. Cyclops, Jean Grey, Storm, Wolverine, Rogue, Beast, Gambit, and Jubilee return as members of the X-Men, now led by their former adversary: Magneto.Aaronâs Arcade [Sponsored by...2024-05-271h 21
The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book PodcastSERIES REVIEW: X-Men â97 w/ Badr Milligan (The Short Box) Part One"Blood is blood. Family is a choice."Â âNews and Notes [Sponsored by Omnibus] (12:01)This week on the show, we are joined by our good friend and host of the excellent comic book talk show The Short Box Podcast -- Badr Milligan joins us this week! For our news and notes segment, the crew discusses Marvel reportedly has greenlit Hawkeye: Season 2, we discuss the first teaser trailer for Max's Dune: Prophecy, and Nicolas Cage has been officially cast in a Spider-Man Noir live-action Amazon Prime series.Main Topic (37:56)For...2024-05-2059 min
Comic Book Couples Counseling PodcastBest Comics of 2023 (Part One)It's here -Â The Stampies:Â Best Comics of 2023Â (Part One)! For the last two months, we've scrambled to read all the comics we missed during the year and compiled a gargantuan list of favorites. As far as the comics medium was concerned, 2023 was an impressively massive year for quality books. And once again, squeezing the best comics into one CBCC episode proved impossible.
Of course, we couldn't read all the comics. So, if there is a personal favorite you see missing from our Stampies, please let us know. We're in this for discovery and want to read the...2023-12-261h 18
Who are you?episode 92 with Badr Milligan Founder of Jax Podcasters Unite and host of The Short Box PodcastOn this weekâs episode of the Who Are You Podcast I sat down with Badr Milligan, Founder of the Jax Podcasters Unite group and host of The Short Box Podcast. We talked about where he came up with the idea to start the JPU group, he tells me what it was like for him to be in the military, we talk about how he found podcasting over ten years ago, he describes what The Short Box Podcast is about, we talk about the upcoming Jax Podcasters Unite meet up and much more. The next event is December 13th if...2023-12-111h 34
OG SessionsEp. 79 - Badr Milligan Speaks on Why Most Podcasts Fail, Comic Books & Community Over CompetitionHappy Halloween OG's! In this episode we sat down with professional podcaster and creator of the Short Box podcast, Badr Milligan, to discuss everything from the rise of the podcast industry to the art of comic books. Also, we ranked our top 3 favorite halloween candies at the end of the episode. Tons of free game in this one that you don't want to miss. Follow Badr and his podcast on social media @badr_mlgn & @theshortboxjax
Link to his show: https://open.spotify.com/show/0NP2IdeVISOra29tyYHy0D?si=cc8a32201c9a47d92023-10-281h 31
OG SessionsEp. 79 - Badr Milligan Speaks on Why Most Podcasts Fail, Comic Books & Community Over CompetitionHappy Halloween OG's! In this episode we sat down with professional podcaster and creator of the Short Box podcast, Badr Milligan, to discuss everything from the rise of the podcast industry to the art of comic books. Also, we ranked our top 3 favorite halloween candies at the end of the episode. Tons of free game in this one that you don't want to miss. Follow Badr and his podcast on social media @badr_mlgn & @theshortboxjax
Link to his show: https://open.spotify.com/show/0NP2IdeVISOra29tyYHy0D?si=cc8a32201c9a47d92023-10-271h 31
Completely Booked - Official Podcast of the Jacksonville Public LibraryLit Chat Interview with Horror Author Joe Hill [Limited Time]Joe Hill is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Fireman, Heart-Shaped Box, and others. Much of his work has been adapted for film, including Horns (starring Daniel Radcliffe), the Blumhouse smash The Black Phone (adapted from his short story), and Locke & Key, a hit Netflix series based on the comic he co-created with artist Gabriel Rodriguez. He lives in New England. Interviewer Badr Milligan is a project manager by day and a podcast creator by night. Since 2012, he has been vocal in sharing his interests with the world and amplifying the stories of others. He's the creator...2023-09-2859 min
Spec Tales: A Comic Book PodcastBadr Milligan of The Short Box Podcast Gives and Receives Comic GrailsJake & JesĂşs welcome former guest host Badr Milligan of the Short Box comic podcast back to Spec Tales to finally give his grail tale. Not just one but TWO heartstring-pulling tales that'll hit you right in the feels. The trio tackles everything from the scarcity of original manga art, to Heritage Auctions, and Warren Publishing. You'll also learn about our Grail Tale poster giveaway and next week's BIG guest. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow.2023-09-131h 24
Spec Tales: A Comic Book PodcastSecret Invasion! Chris Hacker and Badr Milligan with Guest Christian WardThe final installment of the Spec Tales Secret Invasion is here! Chris Hacker from the Oblivion Bar Podcast and Badr Milligan from the Short Box podcast join forces to rock the mics with multi-Eisner-winning comic creator Christian Ward! Jake and JesĂşs better be careful or these Skrulls might take their seats for good. Trust us, you can't miss this episode. SUPPORT THE SHOW! Subscribe to our Patreon to gain exclusive bonus content, join our private discord conversations and, of course, help Spec Tales grow. REACH OUT TO US! Share a...2023-07-261h 21
Buzzsprout ConversationsBadr Milligan: How 11 Years of Podcasting Led to Unexpected SuccessSend us a textWhat if you could harness the power of podcasting to connect with a diverse audience, share your passions, and even open doors to new opportunities? Badr Milligan, the engaging host of the Short Box podcast and founder of Jax Podcast Roushee Night, is here to show us how it's done. Milligan's decade-long journey in podcasting is a treasure trove of insights and experiences that he readily shares, from the evolution of podcasting technology to the art of prepping and outlining for conversation podcasts.Join us as we explore Milligan's unique promotional...2023-06-2651 min
Completely Booked - Official Podcast of the Jacksonville Public LibraryLit Chat Interview with Leela Corman at DCAZ 2023Leela Corman is a painter, educator, and graphic novel creator, working in the realm of diaspora Ashkenazi culture and third-generation restorative work. Her books include the Unterzakhn (Schocken/Pantheon, 2012), which was nominated for the Eisner, the L.A. Times Book Award, and Le Prix Artemisia, and won the ROMICS Prize for Best Anglo-American Comic. Her latest, a short comics collection called You Are Not A Guest, was released by Field Mouse Press in 2023. Her graphic novel Victory Parade, a story about WWII, women's wrestling, and the liberation of the Buchenwald concentration camp, will be published by Schocken/Pantheon in 2024. Her sho...2023-06-151h 00
Everything is LogisticsWhat Does Real Success in Podcasting Look Like?Did you know over 90% of all podcasts never make it past 10 episodes?Or how about this--Did you know if you're podcast episode gets 50 plays, you're in the top half of all podcasters?It seems as if there is a giant misunderstanding over what is perceived as successful in podcasting and in this special episode, we're breaking down what REAL success looks like for veteran and aspiring podcasters. As a background and in addition to hosting the Everything is Logistics podcast, I cofounded a podcaster community in Jacksonville, Florida, alongside my spouse, Badr Milligan...2023-06-061h 25
Comic Book Couples Counseling PodcastThe Best Comics of 2022 (Part One)HAP...PY NEW YEAR! We close out December doing what we love most: rambling about comic books! And this year, we're joined by a bevy of guests who help us recognize the Best Comics of 2022.
We've scurried and scrambled during the last several weeks, racing to read and re-read as many comic books as possible. 2022 was a banner year for the industry, certainly in terms of quality. Narrowing our two-part end-of-the-year extravaganza down to a few handfuls of books proved nearly impossible. Thankfully, our celebrity callers, springing from the best podcasts and websites, were eager to jump...2022-12-311h 14
Dear Watchers: an omniversal comic book podcastWhat If Prince Namor (the Sub-Mariner aka K'uk'ulkan) of Atlantis (aka Talokan) grew up on land? Featuring special guest Badr Milligan of The Short Box: A Comic Book Talk ShowEp. 71 What If Prince Namor (the Sub-Mariner aka K'uk'ulkan) of Atlantis (aka Talokan) grew up on land?Earth-717 (Marvel Comics)As seen in What If? Sub-Mariner #1Featuring special guest Badr Milligan of The Short Box: A Comic Book Talk Show.Listen to The Short Box wherever you podcast.Find Badr & his show at these links!Reading list:Marvel Comics #1 (1939 Timely Comics)What If? Sub-Mariner #1 (2006 Marvel Comics)Black Panther: Wakanda Forever (2022 Marvel Studios film)Learn more about Dear Watchers:Visit DearWatchers.com (where you can join as a supporter...2022-11-141h 12
Completely Booked - Official Podcast of the Jacksonville Public LibraryLit Chat with Jim RuggJim Rugg is an Eisner and Ignatz Award-winning cartoonist, designer, and YouTuber. His comics have been published by Marvel, DC, Image Comics, AdHouse Books, New York magazine, Dark Horse Comics, Titan Books, and Fantagraphics. Ruggâs comics career began with the publication of Street Angel in 2004. Street Angel comics are part of the National Archives and the Smithsonian Collection. In 2007, Cecil Castellucci and Jim Rugg created The PLAIN Janes, launching the Young Adult graphic novel explosion. Ruggâs graphic novel Afrodisiac was honored on the AIGA 50/50 list for book design. In 2018, Rugg started Cartoonist Kayfabe on YouTube with Ed Piskor...2022-10-2755 min
Podcasting Q&AHow To Start A Second Podcast + Other Ideas For Pivoting Your ShowIn this episode, Badr Milligan joins Jordan to brainstorm how to start a second podcast or leverage your current show's success when new podcast inspiration strikes! Thanks for your question, Kelly! You can find Kelly's podcast, This vs. That: Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams here: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog/this-vs-that-wedding-podcast Guest Badr MilliganHost of The Short Box PodcastTwitter: @TheShortBoxJaxCheck out his podcast here: https://www.theshortboxpodcast.com/Â HOW TO ANNOUNCE NEW PODCAST CONTENTAnnouncement promo in dynamic content pre-rollTell l...2022-09-0513 minPodcasting Q&ABest Free Podcasting ToolsIn this episode, Ross asks "where can I get free music & what is the best editing software?" for a podcasting project. Thanks for your question, Ross!Guest Badr MilliganHost of The Short Box PodcastTwitter: @TheShortBoxJaxCheck out his podcast here: https://www.theshortboxpodcast.com/EDITING TIPSBuzzsprout Podcast Editing PlaylistEDITING SOFTWAREAudacityFree, open source audio editing software compatible with Windows, macOS, Linux & more!Audacity Help & How-to's:Â https://forum.audacityteam.org/GarageBandFree audio e...2022-08-0811 min
The Wait For It PodcastTed Lasso Season 2 (With Badr Milligan & Caleb Van Nice)You hear your co-host, @PhilTheFilipino mention it almost every single week. Well his time is finally here. Season Two of the cultural phenomenon, Ted Lasso has come to an end, & Phil is here to deep dive into all of it. & in order to do so, we brought back a few guests from past episodes to discuss all the major story beats from Season Two. Badr Milligan from The Short Box & Caleb Van Nice from Level Playing Field bring their expertise to today's episode! Check out this episode & don't forget to BELIEVE!The Short Box Podcast:...2021-10-131h 51
Simpsons Is Greater Than...Episode 35 - April/May Q&AYo! Iâm back with my main man Badr Milligan to answer more of your questions. We talk about some of our favorite Itchy and Scratchy moments, great modern episodes, and a whole lot more. We also go over some of your unpopular opinions, and talk a little too much about doordash.Want to be a part of the next Q&A? Shoot me an e-mail at simpsonsisgreat@gmail.com or head on over to the Simpsons Is Greater Than Instagram and shoot me a DM.Have thoughts on the show? Shoot us a text!...2021-06-021h 12
Simpsons Is Greater Than...BONUS EPISODE - Pod Boys - Ep. 4Welcome to a new bi-weekly bonus series with good friend and occasional co-host of the podcast, Badr Milligan! Think of this as an after show for the podcast, where we talk about all kinds of different topics related to podcasting, life, Simpsons, Comics, Dr. Pepper, and whatever else you can imagine.We record these LIVE every other week over on the Simpsons Is Greater Than Instagram, so if you enjoy this and want to hang out with us for the next one, make sure you follow me there.This episode was recorded on May 7th, 2021...2021-05-2852 min
The Nexxt SpinEp.3 - Gay Icons Night w/ DJ Nick Fresh & MichaelThis episode was recorded during "Gay Icons" night and features Badr Milligan, Toni Smailagic, Adrian Ross, Freddie Douglas, and special guests: DJ Nick Fresh and Michael (For Filth podcast), discussing their first exposure to the genre, Donna Summers, Nick gives a lesson on the contributions of Patrick Cowley, and the crew chat about the records they brought to play for the meet-up.Check out the pictures from this episode & the meet-up on the Nexxtspin IG!GET IN TOUCH WITH US đ¤đ˝: Follow Nexxt Spin on IG for pics & videos Write i...2021-05-221h 07The Nexxt SpinEp.2 - Neo-Soul NightThis episode was recorded during "Neo-Soul" night and features Badr Milligan, Yanira Cardona, Adrian Ross, and Freddie Douglas discussing their introduction to the genre and talking about the records they brought to play for the meet-up. Check out photos from this episode & the meet-up on the Nexxtspin IG!GET IN TOUCH WITH US đ¤đ˝: Follow Nexxt Spin on IG for pics & videos Write in and share your thoughts with us: nexxtspin@gmail.com Music provided by: Mecca Tha Marvelous & L.E.R.M. 2021-05-2233 minThe Nexxt SpinEp.1 - 90's Hip-Hop NightThis is the pilot episode of the Nexxt Spin podcast ft. Badr Milligan, Yanira Cardona, Adrian Ross, Freddie Douglas, and Toni Smailagic. The theme for this month's vinyl meet-up was picked by Badr: 90's Hip-Hop Check out photos from this episode & the meet-up on the Nexxtspin IG!GET IN TOUCH WITH US đ¤đ˝: Follow Nexxt Spin on IG for pics & videos Write in and share your thoughts with us: nexxtspin@gmail.com Music provided by: Mecca Tha Marvelous & L.E.R.M. 2021-05-2234 min
Simpsons Is Greater Than...BONUS EPISODE - Pod Boys - Ep. 3Welcome to a new bi-weekly bonus series with good friend and occasional co-host of the podcast, Badr Milligan! Think of this as an after show for the podcast, where we talk about all kinds of different topics related to podcasting, life, Simpsons, Comics, Dr. Pepper, and whatever else you can imagine.We record these LIVE every other week over on the Simpsons Is Greater Than Instagram, so if you enjoy this and want to hang out with us for the next one, make sure you follow me there.This episode was recorded on April 23rd, 2021...2021-05-1454 minEverything is LogisticsThe State of Podcasting and How You Can Prepare For The ChangesThe Jacksonville Podcasters Unite is a group that (pre-COVID) used to hold quarterly meetups in the North Florida area to talk about podcasting strategies for everyone from newbies to veterans. Since we havenât been able to meet up in a while, my co-founder and I, Badr Milligan of The Short Box Podcast, held our first virtual meetup to talk about the current state of podcasting. Whether itâs the types of formats that make successful podcasts shine or how Spotify, Apple, and Facebook are releasing new features that may change the audio game, weâre break...2021-04-301h 38
Simpsons Is Greater Than...BONUS EPISODE - Pod Boys - Ep. 2Welcome to a new bi-weekly bonus series with good friend and occasional co-host of the podcast, Badr Milligan! Think of this as an after show for the podcast, where we talk about all kinds of different topics related to podcasting, life, Simpsons, Comics, Dr. Pepper, and whatever else you can imagine.We record these LIVE every other week over on the Simpsons Is Greater Than Instagram, so if you enjoy this and want to hang out with us for the next one, make sure you follow me there.This episode was recorded on April 9th, 2021...2021-04-3055 min
Bobbo's BlockCreators in Color: Badr MilliganWe are back with another edition of the Creators in Color series. Today, we sit down with a good friend of mine, Badr Milligan. He is a podcaster, comic book enthusiast, hip-hop head, and somebody I think you need to watch. We talk over a few topics, from the origin of his show The Shortbox, and hitting 300 episodes on that very show and so much more. I hope you guys get a chance to check out all of his work and enjoy this interview. Links to his show and Facebook are below.
The Shortbox Website: https://theshortboxentertainment.com/
The Shortbox...2021-03-1644 min
The Wait For It PodcastWandaVision - Full Series Discussion (ft. The Short Box Podcast)Today's episode features our highly anticipated discussion of the MCU's first foray into television on Disney Plus, WandaVision! And in order to tackle such a huge undertaking, we were elated to team up with another podcast right here in Jacksonville, FL, The Short Box Podcast's Badr Milligan and Cesar Cordero. Together, we all discussed what we thought of the series, starting with a spoiler free discussion for the first 30 minutes, followed by a full on spoiler deep dive of everything that happened over nine episodes (31:27). @PhilTheFilipino also had the pleasure of joining The Short Box on their episode discussing...2021-03-101h 26