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Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Old School Marvel: Al Milgrom’s War Stories from the Bullpen pt 1
On this episode of Word Balloon, we start a 2 part talk with one of the true utility players of the Marvel Bullpen—Al Milgrom. From penciling and inking to editing and writing, Al did it all during a pivotal era at the House of Ideas.We dig into his early days at Marvel, when the bullpen was more than just a nickname—it was a real, bustling office of creative chaos. Al shares memories of hand-delivering artwork to John Romita Sr. and Virginia Romita, navigating the personality clashes of the era and working under the towering presence of Jim...
2025-07-27
1h 00
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
The Loeb Report Pt. 3 – Superheroes on Screen: Past, Present & What’s Next
In this third installment of The Loeb Report, writer and producer Jeph Loeb returns to talk with John about the evolving world of superhero television and film—where it’s been, where it is, and where it’s headed.Loeb gives a candid look at the realities behind the scenes of Marvel TV, discussing the creative and financial challenges that came with making shows like Daredevil, Agent Carter, and more. From tight budgets to balancing quality with studio expectations, it’s an eye-opening look at the business of superhero storytelling. They also dive into the future of the Marvel C...
2025-07-15
1h 18
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Superman History From Marty Pasko pt 2
Welcome back to Word Balloon — the comic book conversation show. I’m John Siuntres, and this is Part 2 of my deep-dive with the late, great Martin Pasko. As the saying goes, you don’t know where you’re going if you don’t know where you’ve been. And nobody knew the road behind — or the road ahead — at DC Comics better than Marty.In this episode, we go beyond his 1970s Superman Retroactive story and dig into his role as one of DC’s most trusted historians. Marty helped shape The DC Vault in 2007 and contributed key research to Tasche...
2025-07-03
1h 21
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
The Blockbuster Blitz: Michael Kus Previews the Summer Hits and Misses
The summer box office is heating up, and film critic Michael Kus joins John Siuntres on Word Balloon to break down what’s worth your time — and what might flop harder than a CGI explosion. From superhero fatigue to surprise indie hits, we dive into the big-budget battleground of 2025’s summer movie slate. Which franchises are running on fumes, and which directors still have the magic? It’s a no-holds-barred preview filled with sharp takes, behind-the-scenes buzz, and bold predictions We discuss F1 Superman, Fantastic Four First Family and The Naked Gun among others .
2025-07-02
1h 12
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Scene Missing Alexander Nevsky The Wide West
Welcome to a Scene Missing edition of The Word Balloon Podcast! I’m John Siuntres, and today Gabriel Hardman and I are diving into the dusty trails of indie cinema with action star and filmmaker Alexander Nevsky, joined by his co-star Nick Balle, to talk about their new western, The Wide West, now streaming free on Xumo Play. This isn’t your typical shoot-’em-up. The Wide West is inspired by a real historical event from 1907, when Japanese sumo wrestlers met President Theodore Roosevelt in a diplomatic exhibition—a forgotten slice of international history that sparks the film’s wild prem...
2025-06-25
1h 16
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Mark Millar's New Side Hustle Psychic Sam
Mark Millar is back to talk about is new Kickstarter campaign for Psychic Sam co-created by John Romita Jr.The new book is already in the works as a film adaptation by the producer of Wrath Of Man and The Gentlemen Ivan Atkinson We also talk about his Vatican City Dark Horse comic, an upcoming new volume of Nemesis, and other coming projectsHe also explains what happened to his plans to write a new Superman story and an epuc Marvel crossver, plus we get a glimpse of what a public domain Supermanstory by Mark will l...
2025-06-19
1h 12
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
John Romita Jr New Millar Kickstarter Marvel Days and More
JrJr is back to talk about a new kickstarter and collaoration with Mark Millar on a new vigilante character Psychic Sam . Inked by Klaus Janson this will be a 3 part 50 pages each arc, that is also in development as an upcomming film by Ivan Atkinson (Wrath Of Man, The Gentleman) Johnny talks about the new project teaming up again with Mark , past projects like Kick-Ass and his Daredevil and Spider-Man days at Marvel, thooughts on the adaptations of his work in film and tv and More Back the kickstarter here Psychic Sam - Vol. 1 of 3 by Si...
2025-06-16
1h 07
Creator In Conversation
Creator In Conversation- Episode #6:John Siuntres
Welcome back to "Creator in Conversation," the podcast where we delve into the world of creative minds, and today's episode is particularly special. We sit down with the legendary podcaster John Siuntres. John, best known as the host of the Word Balloon podcast, has spent the last two decades interviewing renowned comic creators, making his show a treasure trove of the comic industry's history and insights.Listeners will hear about John’s journey from CBS broadcaster to becoming a beloved figure in the comic podcasting world. John shares the evolution of Word Balloon, his thoughts on covering a...
2025-03-04
1h 45
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Edgar Rice Burroughs at 150
The father of John Carter Tarzan Carson Of Venus and many more heroes. ERB was a pioneer in creator ownership of his heroes, and made a masswive media bliyz in film radio and comics.
2025-02-22
1h 26
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Edgar Rice Burroughs at 150
The father of John Carter Tarzan Carson Of Venus and many more heroes. ERB was a pioneer in creator ownership of his heroes, and made a masswive media bliyz in film radio and comics.
2025-02-22
1h 26
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
WB 20 Allan Heinberg Wonder Woman and Young Avengers Pt 1
From 2007- Writer Allan Heinberg wraps up his long awaited 5 part Wonder Woman arc from DC comics, and discusses the story and delays with host John Siuntres.We also discuss the upcoming Marvel Young Avengers mini series featuring Allan & Jim Cheung's team now in the hands of other creators.Plus we look at Allan's television work, currently as a co-executive producer of Grey's Anatomy. The Emmy winning ABC series returns for it's 4th season this week.
2025-02-02
1h 07
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WB 20 Allan Heinberg Wonder Woman and Young Avengers Pt 1
From 2007- Writer Allan Heinberg wraps up his long awaited 5 part Wonder Woman arc from DC comics, and discusses the story and delays with host John Siuntres.We also discuss the upcoming Marvel Young Avengers mini series featuring Allan & Jim Cheung's team now in the hands of other creators.Plus we look at Allan's television work, currently as a co-executive producer of Grey's Anatomy. The Emmy winning ABC series returns for it's 4th season this week.
2025-02-02
1h 07
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Word Balloon 20th Anniversary John Romita Jr 2020
From 2020 So glad to welcome back John Romita talking about his approach to art and all the great collaborations he's had at DC and Marvel
2025-01-25
1h 04
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Word Balloon 20th Anniversary John Romita Jr 2020
From 2020 So glad to welcome back John Romita talking about his approach to art and all the great collaborations he's had at DC and Marvel
2025-01-25
1h 04
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
I'm a guest on the true north country comics podcast
John Swinimer had me on his show, to talk about comics and the Canadian gusts I've had on Word Balloon this year.
2024-12-31
29 min
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I'm a guest on the true north country comics podcast
John Swinimer had me on his show, to talk about comics and the Canadian gusts I've had on Word Balloon this year.
2024-12-31
29 min
True North Country Comics Podcasts
2024 comic book wrap up with podcast pro John Siuntres
Here’s my chat with John Siuntres from the Word Balloon Podcast about his conversations this past year with Canadian comic book creators and more. Please like and subscribe to this website by hitting the subscribe button so you’ll be notified about new podcast interviews and article posts. This podcast is available wherever podcasts are enjoyed. Please like and follow and subscribe. John Siuntres has been part of the Chicago Radio and TV scene since 1991, hosting and producing shows for WSCR Radio, CBS-TV, ESPN, Fox Sports Network, and the former Sporting News Radio...
2024-12-30
29 min
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Trek Bond Spidey and The Studios
James Bond isn't a hero says an Amazon executive to Barbara Broccoli of Eon Productions. Emporor Giorgio IS says Alex Kurtzman at Paramount . Outgoing SONY CEO said Madame Web is a good movie, killed by critics,Larry Young John Price and I discuss these issues and more
2024-12-29
2h 12
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Trek Bond Spidey and The Studios
James Bond isn't a hero says an Amazon executive to Barbara Broccoli of Eon Productions. Emporor Giorgio IS says Alex Kurtzman at Paramount . Outgoing SONY CEO said Madame Web is a good movie, killed by critics,Larry Young John Price and I discuss these issues and more
2024-12-29
2h 12
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
The Book Of Bender Futurama Star John DiMaggio
From 2013 John DiMaggio (Bender) joins us to talk about his career as one of the top voice over actors in the business. From his work on Futurama, Batman Brave And The Bold, Adventure Time and his excellent documentary I KNOW THAT VOICE.
2024-12-27
29 min
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The Book Of Bender Futurama Star John DiMaggio
From 2013 John DiMaggio (Bender) joins us to talk about his career as one of the top voice over actors in the business. From his work on Futurama, Batman Brave And The Bold, Adventure Time and his excellent documentary I KNOW THAT VOICE.
2024-12-27
29 min
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Harvey Bullock Speaks Robert Costanzo On Batman TAS
Character Actor Robert Costanzo Talks Live action Animation and Game work since the 1970s. With Actorslike John Travolta Billy Crystal, Mark Harmon, plus his run in Batman the animated series.
2024-11-28
46 min
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Harvey Bullock Speaks Robert Costanzo On Batman TAS
Character Actor Robert Costanzo Talks Live action Animation and Game work since the 1970s. With Actorslike John Travolta Billy Crystal, Mark Harmon, plus his run in Batman the animated series.
2024-11-28
46 min
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John McCrea Talks Dead Eyes Hitman and More
2024-08-17
1h 02
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
John McCrea Talks Dead Eyes Hitman and More
2024-08-17
1h 02
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star trek disco .5.7, dr who, x-men97 TV sci-Fi reviews
Reviews Of Star Trek Discovery 5.7, Dr Who Space Babies and The Devils Chord, and The wrap up to X-Men 97;s First Season.Also we discuss a comic book debate introduced by a millennial: Is John Byrne Overrated ?
2024-05-16
1h 54
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
star trek disco .5.7, dr who, x-men97 TV sci-Fi reviews
Reviews Of Star Trek Discovery 5.7, Dr Who Space Babies and The Devils Chord, and The wrap up to X-Men 97;s First Season.Also we discuss a comic book debate introduced by a millennial: Is John Byrne Overrated ?
2024-05-16
1h 54
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Comic Memories and Observations from Adam Philips
In his 33 years in the biz, Asst Editor writer Adam Philips has worked at Marvel DC Dynaamite and other outlets. He shares memories of enounters with Steve Ditko , Jenette Kahn, Paul Levits, John Romita Sr and Will Eisner.
2024-05-10
1h 21
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Comic Memories and Observations from Adam Philips
In his 33 years in the biz, Asst Editor writer Adam Philips has worked at Marvel DC Dynaamite and other outlets. He shares memories of enounters with Steve Ditko , Jenette Kahn, Paul Levits, John Romita Sr and Will Eisner.
2024-05-10
1h 21
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scott shaw! Talks Flintstones Capt Carrot SCTV and More
Scott has a new book out about his fabulous career. We talk undergroubd comics his animation work on thee flintstone, and with sctv alums John Candy Martin Short and Joe Flaherty
2024-04-21
1h 07
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
scott shaw! Talks Flintstones Capt Carrot SCTV and More
Scott has a new book out about his fabulous career. We talk undergroubd comics his animation work on thee flintstone, and with sctv alums John Candy Martin Short and Joe Flaherty
2024-04-21
1h 07
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Dublin Comic Con OO7, Warhammer Naldur's Gate and More
From Last Month's Dublin Comic Con, Word Balloon's Irissh correspondent Eoin McCauley interviews 4 creators of comics games and television...Rapha Lobosco, the current artist on Dynamite's James Bond Comic with Garth Ennis.Pádraig Murphy, a producer from Cubicle 7 games, discussing his work with Warhammer., including Henry Cavill coming in to work on the Warhammer franchiseJohn O'Brien, who has been a producer on the world building team at Larian Studios for the last 3 years working on Baldur's Gate 3, recently voted Game of the Year.Jay Cosgrave the owner, founder, and head i...
2024-04-15
1h 43
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Dublin Comic Con OO7, Warhammer, Baldur's Gate and More
From Last Month's Dublin Comic Con, Word Balloon's Irish correspondent Eoin McCauley interviews 4 creators of comics games and television...Rapha Lobosco, the current artist on Dynamite's James Bond Comic with Garth Ennis.Pádraig Murphy, a producer from Cubicle 7 games, discussing his work with Warhammer., including Henry Cavill coming in to work on the Warhammer franchiseJohn O'Brien, who has been a producer on the world building team at Larian Studios for the last 3 years working on Baldur's Gate 3, recently voted Game of the Year.Jay Cosgrave the owner, founder, and head i...
2024-04-15
1h 43
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
The Slient Partner Gets The Scene Missing Review Treatment
A great Canadian Neo Noir Starring Elliot Gould Christopher Plummer Susanna York and John Candy. The Scene Missimng Crew Of Gabriel Hardman Ian Brill and Myself dive into the review.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3143082/advertisement
2023-10-15
49 min
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The Slient Partner Gets The Scene Missing Review Treatment
A great Canadian Neo Noir Starring Elliot Gould Christopher Plummer Susanna York and John Candy. The Scene Missimng Crew Of Gabriel Hardman Ian Brill and Myself dive into the review.
2023-10-15
49 min
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Hollywood Storyboard Artist Warren Drummond
Spider-
2023-09-26
1h 20
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Hollywood Storyboard Artist Warren Drummond
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2023-09-26
1h 20
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Marvel's Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D A Look Back
Larry Young, agent of SHIELD (first in-universe appearance: CABLE #60) and national security expert and SHIELD counsel Brad Moss join Peter Parker's vice principal John Siuntres in this wide-ranging, and tangential discussion of a wide range of interesting topics.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3143082/advertisement
2023-08-22
1h 40
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Marvel's Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D A Look Back
Larry Young, agent of SHIELD (first in-universe appearance: CABLE #60) and national security expert and SHIELD counsel Brad Moss join Peter Parker's vice principal John Siuntres in this wide-ranging, and tangential discussion of a wide range of interesting topics.
2023-08-22
1h 40
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
A John McCrea Hang Out
From classics like Hitman and Mars Attacks-Judge Dredd to a new Carnage story for Marvel, John covers it all. We talk about his recovery from a long bout with COVID that affected his drawing ability and why he's never felt comfortable drawing Superman.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/3143082/advertisement
2023-06-16
1h 23
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A John McCrea Hang Out
From classics like Hitman and Mars Attacks-Judge Dredd to a new Carnage story for Marvel, John covers it all. We talk about his recovery from a long bout with COVID that affected his drawing ability and why he's never felt comfortable drawing Superman.
2023-06-16
1h 23
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Dr Voodoo Pt 2 Rick Remender
Part 2 of the 2009 look at Dr Voodoo...Rick Remender talks about what's coming up for charcters like Doctor Voodoo, The Punisher and The Thunderbolts, in books coming this fall. You'll hear about his new series featuring the current Sorcerer Supreme of Marvel's 616 universe. Plus The Punisher is heading toward a world of hurt in the months ahead, with bizare story arcs like Franken Castle with Tony Moore , and Punisher: The List, with classic Punisher draftsmen John Romita Jr and Klaus Janson.We also go in depth on The Last Days Of Crime from Radical Publishing...
2023-05-22
1h 05
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Dr Voodoo Pt 2 Rick Remender
Part 2 of the 2009 look at Dr Voodoo...Rick Remender talks about what's coming up for charcters like Doctor Voodoo, The Punisher and The Thunderbolts, in books coming this fall. You'll hear about his new series featuring the current Sorcerer Supreme of Marvel's 616 universe. Plus The Punisher is heading toward a world of hurt in the months ahead, with bizare story arcs like Franken Castle with Tony Moore , and Punisher: The List, with classic Punisher draftsmen John Romita Jr and Klaus Janson.We also go in depth on The Last Days Of Crime from Radical Publishing...
2023-05-22
1h 05
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Trek Watch ... The Return Of Nimoy As Spock?
John Price and Larry Young from Seriously Star Trek Join me to discuss a few Trek subjects.Now tha Picard is done and the positive views and praise for Matalas coninues will this point to a new Trek direction , or was it a blip and the new shows will feel like more Discovery? This weekend The Roddenberry Archive released an incredible 2 minute film that seems to feature new footage of Leonard Nimoy as Spock. What is it? How was it made? Look for the film on youtube called regeneration.
2023-05-01
1h 23
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Trek Watch ... The Return Of Nimoy As Spock?
John Price and Larry Young from Seriously Star Trek Join me to discuss a few Trek subjects.Now tha Picard is done and the positive views and praise for Matalas coninues will this point to a new Trek direction , or was it a blip and the new shows will feel like more Discovery? This weekend The Roddenberry Archive released an incredible 2 minute film that seems to feature new footage of Leonard Nimoy as Spock. What is it? How was it made? Look for the film on youtube called regeneration.
2023-05-01
1h 23
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Part 3 John Con
The long hangout from the summer of 2020 wraps up with more stories from Cecil Castelluci, Judd Winick, Shelly and Philip Bond Julie and Shawna Benson, and more .
2023-04-15
1h 42
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Part 3 John Con
The long hangout from the summer of 2020 wraps up with more stories from Cecil Castelluci, Judd Winick, Shelly and Philip Bond Julie and Shawna Benson, and more .
2023-04-15
1h 42
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John Con Part 2 Of 3
From The Covid Year of 2020 Featuring: Tom King, Julie Benson, Shawna Benson, Liam Sharp, Dan Slott, Shelly and Philip Bond, Mike Oeming, Taki Soma,Tim Seeley, Chris Cantwell, Robert Venditti Vita Ayala, Ben Percy, Amy Chu, Phil Jimenez, Franco! and more...!
2023-04-12
1h 35
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
John Con Part 2 Of 3
From The Covid Year of 2020 Featuring: Tom King, Julie Benson, Shawna Benson, Liam Sharp, Dan Slott, Shelly and Philip Bond, Mike Oeming, Taki Soma,Tim Seeley, Chris Cantwell, Robert Venditti Vita Ayala, Ben Percy, Amy Chu, Phil Jimenez, Franco! and more...!
2023-04-12
1h 35
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
John Con Part 1
From The Covid Year of 2020 ...The Only thing missing from Comic Con At Home was an after hours hang out . Enter JohnCon. Julie and Shawna Benson and I reached out to friends to join us, like Jerry Ordway Phil Jimenez Amy Chu Vita Ayala Liam Sharp amd Dan Slott .More guests and conversation in parts 2 and 3
2023-04-12
1h 18
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John Con Part 1
From The Covid Year of 2020 ...The Only thing missing from Comic Con At Home was an after hours hang out . Enter JohnCon. Julie and Shawna Benson and I reached out to friends to join us, like Jerry Ordway Phil Jimenez Amy Chu Vita Ayala Liam Sharp amd Dan Slott .More guests and conversation in parts 2 and 3
2023-04-12
1h 18
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A John Layman Hang Out DC Star Trek and More
John Is Busy setting up the DC adaptation of the Suicide Squad Vs Arkham Asylum Vido Game prequel, plus we talk about Star Trek Picard.
2023-03-22
1h 25
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
A John Layman Hang Out DC Star Trek and More
John Is Busy setting up the DC adaptation of the Suicide Squad Vs Arkham Asylum Vido Game prequel, plus we talk about Star Trek Picard.
2023-03-22
1h 25
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The Pending Death Of Star Trek Discovery
Fun chat with the Serious Star Trek Youtubers/FaceBook Video hosts Larry Young and John E Price.
2023-03-08
1h 17
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
The Pending Death Of Star Trek Discovery
Fun chat with the Serious Star Trek Youtubers/FaceBook Video hosts Larry Young and John E Price.
2023-03-08
1h 17
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mike zeck and john beatty discuss marvel's secret wars
the story of marvel's first great event of the 80s
2023-02-14
56 min
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
mike zeck and john beatty discuss marvel's secret wars
the story of marvel's first great event of the 80s
2023-02-14
56 min
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Brad Meltzer Talks John Lewis and a WW2 Plot To Kill FDR Stalin and Churchill
2023-02-08
46 min
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Brad Meltzer Talks John Lewis and a WW2 Plot To Kill FDR Stalin and Churchill
2023-02-08
46 min
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Pt 2 John Jackson Miller Crunching The Numbers Of The Comic Book Market
In Part 2 of our talk John explains his work for the comic buyers guide and on his own creating ComicCron, which explains the distribution numberts of comics and give the real "rarity" of certain magazine issues for historians and collectors.
2023-02-03
52 min
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Pt 2 John Jackson Miller Crunching The Numbers Of The Comic Book Market
In Part 2 of our talk John explains his work for the comic buyers guide and on his own creating ComicCron, which explains the distribution numberts of comics and give the real "rarity" of certain magazine issues for historians and collectors.
2023-02-03
52 min
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Pt 1 John Jackson Miller Talks Star Wars And Star Trek
John has his new ST Strange Newe Worlds novel coming out Feb 21st . We discuss his contributions to the star Wars and Star Trek History through his novels.
2023-02-03
1h 10
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Pt 1 John Jackson Miller Talks Star Wars And Star Trek
John has his new ST Strange Newe Worlds novel coming out Feb 21st . We discuss his contributions to the star Wars and Star Trek History through his novels.
2023-02-03
1h 10
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
scene missing reviews skiddo
The scene missing crew of Gabriel Hardman and Ian Brill look at the 1968 "comedy" that tried interpret the hippie generation, with stars like Jackie Gleason Carol Channing John Philip Law Harry Nillson Frank Gorshin and many other stars. It didn't go well.
2023-01-29
1h 15
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scene missing reviews skiddo
The scene missing crew of Gabriel Hardman and Ian Brill look at the 1968 "comedy" that tried interpret the hippie generation, with stars like Jackie Gleason Carol Channing John Philip Law Harry Nillson Frank Gorshin and many other stars. It didn't go well.
2023-01-29
1h 15
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Reprint Gerry Conway on his return to comic book writing
From 2009: Gerry Conway is back writing comics. The man who gave birth to the Punisher and took the life of Spider-Man's first love Gwen Stacy is here to discuss his current DC mini series The Last Days Of Animal Man.We'll talk about his return to comics, and look back at collaborations with artists like Gil Kane, John Romita and Ross Andru., The Superman - Spider-Man Crossover , and more
2022-12-19
1h 05
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Reprint Gerry Conway on his return to comic book writing
From 2009: Gerry Conway is back writing comics. The man who gave birth to the Punisher and took the life of Spider-Man's first love Gwen Stacy is here to discuss his current DC mini series The Last Days Of Animal Man.We'll talk about his return to comics, and look back at collaborations with artists like Gil Kane, John Romita and Ross Andru., The Superman - Spider-Man Crossover , and more
2022-12-19
1h 05
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Comedy Historian Dan Pasternack Previews His New Interview Podcast
Dan is an accomplished comedy writer performer and producer that helped shepherd IFC's Portlandia and Maron TV series. He has a new interview podcast with Paul Provenza called Obsessive Comedy Disorder that has already interviewed W Kamau Bell and John Cleese. He has many great stories to share
2022-11-04
1h 27
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Comedy Historian Dan Pasternack Previews His New Interview Podcast
Dan is an accomplished comedy writer performer and producer that helped shepherd IFC's Portlandia and Maron TV series. He has a new interview podcast with Paul Provenza called Obsessive Comedy Disorder that has already interviewed W Kamau Bell and John Cleese. He has many great stories to share
2022-11-04
1h 27
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Reprint Matt Fraction 2008 Pt 2 Casanova and lots of Pop Culture Fun
In this episode of the Word Balloon podcast , host John Siuntres continues his conversation with writer Matt Fraction, with a spoiler filled examination of Matt's creator owned Image series Casanova which finishes its 2ND arc, "Where In Time Is Casanova?", with this week's issue #14.Then, Fraction and Siuntres shift to free-form mode as random subjects fly back and forth. They discuss the comics direct market, creators like Jack Kirby and Steve Gerber , Filmmakers John Huston and Orson Welles, and Fraction's glee, over buying the Dean Martin Variety Show DVD set.
2022-11-02
50 min
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Reprint Matt Fraction 2008 Pt 2 Casanova and lots of Pop Culture Fun
In this episode of the Word Balloon podcast , host John Siuntres continues his conversation with writer Matt Fraction, with a spoiler filled examination of Matt's creator owned Image series Casanova which finishes its 2ND arc, "Where In Time Is Casanova?", with this week's issue #14.Then, Fraction and Siuntres shift to free-form mode as random subjects fly back and forth. They discuss the comics direct market, creators like Jack Kirby and Steve Gerber , Filmmakers John Huston and Orson Welles, and Fraction's glee, over buying the Dean Martin Variety Show DVD set.
2022-11-02
50 min
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Reprint Matt Fraction The Early Marvel Years pt1
Matt Fraction and Word Balloon host John Siuntres have a last call conversation about the books he's wrapping up, and the ones that are just beginning.From this week's debut of The Invincible Iron Man, to his wrap ups of The Orderand The Immortal Iron Fist, from co-writing the Uncanny X-men with Ed Brubaker, to wrapping up the current arc of his Image creator owned book Casanova. During the conversation Fraction said there is an eventual end insight for his run on Punisher War Journal, after which he'll turn the book over to...
2022-11-02
1h 25
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Reprint Matt Fraction The Early Marvel Years pt1
Matt Fraction and Word Balloon host John Siuntres have a last call conversation about the books he's wrapping up, and the ones that are just beginning.From this week's debut of The Invincible Iron Man, to his wrap ups of The Orderand The Immortal Iron Fist, from co-writing the Uncanny X-men with Ed Brubaker, to wrapping up the current arc of his Image creator owned book Casanova. During the conversation Fraction said there is an eventual end insight for his run on Punisher War Journal, after which he'll turn the book over to...
2022-11-02
1h 25
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Reprint John Ostrander Suicide Squad The Spectre Wasteland and More
FROM NOVEMBER 2005. THE MAN BEHIND GRIMJACK, DC'S SUICIDE SQUAD , THE KENTS, WASTELAND , AND THE SPECTRE JOHN TALKS ABOUT THE RETURN OF GRIMJACK AT IDW , HIS STAR WARS WORK FOR DARK HORSE , AND COLLABORATING WITH ARTISTS, LIKE TIM TRUMAN AND TOM MANDRAKE. PLUS 1980'S CHICAGO MEMORIES OF FIRST COMICS, WINDY CITY INSTITUTIONS LIKE THE BUCKET OF SUDS BAR, AND THE COMEDY GENIUS OF THE SECOND CITY AND IMPROV OLYMPIC , MUNDEN'S BAR WRITER DEL CLOSE.
2022-10-14
47 min
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Reprint John Ostrander Suicide Squad The Spectre Wasteland and More
FROM NOVEMBER 2005. THE MAN BEHIND GRIMJACK, DC'S SUICIDE SQUAD , THE KENTS, WASTELAND , AND THE SPECTRE JOHN TALKS ABOUT THE RETURN OF GRIMJACK AT IDW , HIS STAR WARS WORK FOR DARK HORSE , AND COLLABORATING WITH ARTISTS, LIKE TIM TRUMAN AND TOM MANDRAKE. PLUS 1980'S CHICAGO MEMORIES OF FIRST COMICS, WINDY CITY INSTITUTIONS LIKE THE BUCKET OF SUDS BAR, AND THE COMEDY GENIUS OF THE SECOND CITY AND IMPROV OLYMPIC , MUNDEN'S BAR WRITER DEL CLOSE.
2022-10-14
47 min
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Reprint 2008 Steve Rude the dude reflects and looks ahead
On this episode of Word balloon, host John Siuntres sits down with The Dude, Artist Steve Rude, who discusses his return to the worlds of Nexus and The Moth, in his self published line of books, Rude Dude Comics. As The Dude himself says. "I think back at that 10 period of nothing when all the (Nexus fans) kept writing us... there were so many more stories to tell. Internally I kept saying it myself, "this is not right, I have to use all skills I've accumulated my experience and clout to comeback to these characters , and bloody well keep...
2022-08-31
1h 24
word balloon the comic book creators interview show
Reprint 2008 Steve Rude the dude reflects and looks ahead
On this episode of Word balloon, host John Siuntres sits down with The Dude, Artist Steve Rude, who discusses his return to the worlds of Nexus and The Moth, in his self published line of books, Rude Dude Comics. As The Dude himself says. "I think back at that 10 period of nothing when all the (Nexus fans) kept writing us... there were so many more stories to tell. Internally I kept saying it myself, "this is not right, I have to use all skills I've accumulated my experience and clout to comeback to these characters , and bloody well keep...
2022-08-31
1h 24
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
John Romita Jr Back On Spider-Man and Marvel
Fresh from Terrificon this past Saturday. John talks about his past and return to Marvel. His DC work and the legacy of the Romitas at Marvel.
2022-08-01
57 min
word balloon the comic book creators interview show
John Romita Jr Back On Spider-Man and Marvel
Fresh from Terrificon this past Saturday. John talks about his past and return to Marvel. His DC work and the legacy of the Romitas at Marvel.
2022-08-01
57 min
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Trek Watch Serious Star Trek Crossover
Larry Young and John H Price, two of the 3 hosts of the serious star trek youtube show join me to talk about many trek subjects. spoilers
2022-06-18
1h 37
word balloon the comic book creators interview show
Trek Watch Serious Star Trek Crossover
Larry Young and John H Price, two of the 3 hosts of the serious star trek youtube show join me to talk about many trek subjects. spoilers
2022-06-18
1h 37
word balloon the comic book creators interview show
the aw yeah podcast no slapping
with appearances by michael caine donald trump paul mccartney john lennon robin williams and bruce willis
2022-04-01
1h 55
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
the aw yeah podcast no slapping
with appearances by michael caine donald trump paul mccartney john lennon robin williams and bruce willis
2022-04-01
1h 55
Aw Yeah Podcast With Art & Franco Word Balloon Network
aw yeah 231 no slapping
with appearances by michael caine donald trump paul mccartney john lennon and bruce willis
2022-04-01
1h 55
word balloon the comic book creators interview show
Reprint Marv Wolfman by night
Yes another flashback episode from 2006. John talks with the Man who created Crisis On Infinite Earths and Nova, brought new life to the undead in Tomb Of Dracula , Devised the revitalizations of Dick Grayson, Wally West, and the other New Teen Titans with George Perez , and made major impacts on so many other Marvel and DC characters.We look back at Marv's time at Warren publishing, when he edited and wrote for Vampirella, Creepy and Erie , Editing Marvel's black and white magazines from Crazy to Deadly Hands Of Kung Fu, his time in the 1970's Marvel bullpen and breat...
2022-03-16
1h 14
Word Balloon Comics Podcast
Reprint Marv Wolfman by night
Yes another flashback episode from 2006. John talks with the Man who created Crisis On Infinite Earths and Nova, brought new life to the undead in Tomb Of Dracula , Devised the revitalizations of Dick Grayson, Wally West, and the other New Teen Titans with George Perez , and made major impacts on so many other Marvel and DC characters.We look back at Marv's time at Warren publishing, when he edited and wrote for Vampirella, Creepy and Erie , Editing Marvel's black and white magazines from Crazy to Deadly Hands Of Kung Fu, his time in the 1970's Marvel bullpen and breat...
2022-03-16
1h 14
word balloon the comic book creators interview show
Tom King Pt1 Substack Romance Comics Batman Catwoman and More
Here's part 1 of Monday's marathon chat with Tom about his new comic via Substack Everlasting Love co created with Elsa Charretier . Plus Batman Catwoman, John Paul Leon's last comic book work, and his upcoming Batman book with David Marquez Batman Killing Time Part 2 on the way today as well
2022-02-01
1h 26
word balloon the comic book creators interview show
national lampoon and sketch comedy history with Tony Hendra
From 2015. Tony died in March of 2021 Comedy legend Tony Hendra joins us. You might remember Tony best as Ian Spinal Tap's Cricket bat welding manager , but he has a long history of comedy starting as the writing partner of Monty Python member Graham Chapman. Tony spent years working at national Lampoon as an Editor and writer for the magazine. he co-wrote Lemmings Their stage revue featuring Bill Murray John Belushi Chevy Chase and Gilda Radner, long before their Saturday Night Live TV careers. As a performer, Tony wrote produced and acted in many National Lampoon comedy sketches that de...
2022-01-03
57 min
word balloon the comic book creators interview show
Star Trek Prodigy Talk With John Price and Larry Young
The Hosts Of Seriously Star Trek join me to talk about the new Animated Trek Series
2021-11-08
1h 10
Kinescope The Early Days Of Live TV
Kinescope: The Night America Trembled
This week we look at The 1957 Studio One Production The Night America Trembled, with Edward R Murrow Warren Beatty Ed Asner Warren Oates James Couburn John Astin. The story follows the slightly over dramatizedpanic reaction to Orson Welles Live 1938 production of the war of the worldsWelles had some people believing an invasion from mars was reallyhappening.
2021-09-22
55 min
Kinescope The Early Days Of Live TV
Kinescope 6 Captain Video 1949 Dumont Network
Welcome to Kinescope. A podcast dedicated to the history of live televisionfrom the 1940s to the early 60s . I'm your co-host john siuntres. togetherwith Gabriel Hardman each week we'll look at the formative years of televisionbefore the invention of video tape. this era of TV helped start the careers of many famous actors writers directors and producers.this week we look at Captain Video from 1949 on the Dumont network.Capt video was the first original sci-fi hero, created specifically for televison.Each week we will choose epsisodes...
2021-09-09
48 min
Kinescope The Early Days Of Live TV
Kinescope ep 4 The Honeymooners
This week we look at Jackie Gleason and The Honeymooners. Like I Love LucyGleason's 1955 CBS half hour sitcom version of this sketch has been widely syndicated for decades, but the sketch was created for the Calvalcade Of Stars Varietyshow on the Dumont Network in 1951 The Kinescope Podcast is performed live on the Word Balloon YouTube channel. If you wish to comment or ask us questions join us Every Thursday Night at 930pm Pacific, 1130pm central and 1230am Eastern. Or Send us a question or comment to john@wordballoon.com
2021-08-25
1h 04
Kinescope The Early Days Of Live TV
Kinescope Bonus Episode The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance 1962 Review
This is a special edition of Kinescope . Today we side step the world oflive television to explore a 1962 western film The Man Who Shot LibertyVallance Directed by John Ford and Starring Jimmy Stewart John Wayne and Lee Marvin The Film on its surface seemed to be leaning to emulate the look ofTV westerns that competed with live television audiences but in the storyand acting there lie themes that were in concert with the deeper symbolismand messages of the high quality live teleplays. That's My theory. You'll...
2021-07-18
1h 23
Kinescope The Early Days Of Live TV
Episode 1 Patterns By Rod Serling Kraft Television Theater 1955
Welcome to Kinescope. A podcast dedicated to the history of live television from the 1940s to the early 1960s . I'm your co-host john siuntres. together with Gabriel Hardman each week we'll look at the formative years of television before the invention of video tape. this era of TV helped start the careers of many famous actors writers directors and producers.This week we look at Patterns, written by Rod Serling. Patterns debuted Jan12th 1955 and was a drama that looked at the backroom plotting in the corporate world of the post war 2 era. Patterns was...
2021-07-12
57 min
Voices In My Head (The Rick Lee James Podcast)
Word Balloon's John Siuntres - Episode 377
Word Balloon's John Siuntres - Episode 377 My guest on this episode of Voices In My Head is John Siuntres. John is a pioneer in the realm of podcasting and his show, Word Balloon, is one of the greatest comic conversation shows ever made. He even has an Ultimate Spider-Man comic book character named after him (Principle Siuntres). WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary...
2020-07-07
1h 16
Rick Lee James Podcast Network
Word Balloon's John Siuntres - Episode 377
Word Balloon's John Siuntres - Episode 377My guest on this episode of Voices In My Head is John Siuntres.John is a pioneer in the realm of podcasting and his show, Word Balloon, is one of the greatest comic conversation shows ever made. He even has an Ultimate Spider-Man comic book character named after him (Principle Siuntres).WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the...
2020-07-07
1h 16
Wrong Reel
WR324 - Talking Flicks with John Siuntres
James Hancock welcomes one of his podcasting heroes, John Siuntres (host of The Word Balloon), for a fantastic chat about comics, Star Trek, and the films of Walter Matthau. Follow John Siuntres on Twitter: https://twitter.com/johnwordballoon Word Balloon with John Siuntres: http://www.wordballoon.com Follow James Hancock on Twitter: https://twitter.com/colebrax Quick Survey to Help Us Find Potential Advertisers & Sponsors: https://survey.libsyn.com/WRONGREEL
2017-09-28
1h 36
Aw Yeah Podcast With Art & Franco Word Balloon Network
Aw Yeah Slumber Party Special
This is a cross over with another Chicago Based Podcast, The Comics Slumber Party. CSB host Wendi Freeman called and asked Yoko Chips to come on and talk about Jack Kirby, but Yoko missed his teammates and invited Art & Franco to join in. The result? Madness, in the aw yeah tradition. We all sound like we're coming out of a phone speaker, like John Forsyth on Charlie's Angels, but it all works out.
2011-11-16
1h 16
Aw Yeah Podcast With Art & Franco Word Balloon Network
Aw Yeah 10 Nerds Of The Round Table Live At Challengers
Recorded right after their signing at Challengers Comics in Chicago, the guys welcome hosts from 4 other podcasts.From The Contest Of Challengers, store owners Patrick Brower and Dal Bush. Molly Jane Kramer of The Comics Slumber Party. Chris Smits of The Zodcast, and Mike Norton Of The Crankcast . We learn all about a trip to a Mexican ranch Art took where he learned all about a strange morning drink the caballeros enjoy.Franco confessed to some college pranks, and then springs a desert island quiz on the group. You'll learn how Magic Johnson's no-show at a con provided a...
2010-11-08
1h 13
Aw Yeah Podcast With Art & Franco Word Balloon Network
Aw Yeah 7 Hello Ladies
In this episode General Zod, John siuntres broke free from the phantom zone to join our heroes for the program .Franco brought a women's survey which gave pointers on how men react to certain situations. Art commented on the survey's accuracy. Plus more love for Wendy Williams , and a burst of voices from General Zod .
2010-10-15
1h 47