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Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 174 - Clarke and Esmond on Scarfe!This episode Tony is re-joined by the host of the Mega City Book Club Eamonn Clarke to talk about the third cartoonist in their Trilogy (of sorts) the legend that is Gerald Scarfe.
This giant of cartooning, animation, stage design and more is discussed in detail. Plus mention of a few cocktails sipped at his London bar.
Not one to be missed.
Don't forget to go listen to some more histories of comics, mostly British ones, at the Mega City Book Club by clicking right here.
Many thanks for listening.
...2025-04-281h 04Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 173 - Tribute Press - 5 years and a Kickstarter.This week Adam and Tony discuss five whole years of Tribute Press and launch the Spring catalogue Kickstarter live on the air.
You can also back this by going to this handy link!
Listen out for the post credits audio to a fellow Tribute chap who called in but wasn't answered!!!
2025-03-0735 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 172 - A Christmas Chat with Alan, Santa and Curt Swan.This week Tony is re-joined by his buddy Alan Henderson to chat all things DC Comics Presents #67.
In this issue Superman teams up with Santa to fight the rather creepy Toyman. The boys talk Curt Swan and the tradition of Santa in comics from the last eighty years. Alan also gives us some tips on his favourite books of the year.
Have a listen and let us know your thoughts.
You can find Alan here at his Penned Guin site. His comics make great gifts for the season.
2024-12-111h 08Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 171 - Grim Scary Tales with TBH Comics.On the new episode I welcome the guys from TBH Comics to dig into the makings of their new Horror Comics Kickstarter - Grim Scary Tales: New Nightmares.
This is a great one to learn about what goes into both a horror comics anthology and how to work that pesky Kickstarter algorithm.
Have a listen to Kieron Squires, Damian Edwardson and Dan Butcher on their comics insights and a few blue jokes along the way.
And a BIG thanks to Dave Sim for the intro this week.
Many thanks for listening. ...2024-10-271h 03Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 170 - Giles, Eamonn and a University.This week myself and Eamonn talk about the cartooning genius that was Giles. We also take a trip to The University of Kent and meet with Christine who took us through their extensive collection from the man, the cartoonist, the farmer, the sailor, the humourist that is a British Institution.
You can discover the brilliance of this archive for yourself by visiting them online here.
You can also see a website post on the visit with Eamonn here.
And don't forget to head over to the Mega City Book Club podcast for more...2024-10-261h 33Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 169 - A Final Cut with Cliff and Ian.This month Tony is joined by two comics artists to discuss Charles Burns and his recent comic Final Cut.
The excellent double-act of Cliff (Tony Osmond is a Movie Star) Cumber and Ian (Hellbreaker) Ashcroft sit down and do a deep dive on what works and what doesn't in this new release. We are humbled to have two great artists discuss this landmark work.
You can find Cliff over at his Substack here and Ian over at his Patreon right here. Both more than worth subscribing to!
Many thanks for listening.
2024-10-101h 49Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 168 - Recent Comics Reviewed with Tom Stewart.This week Tony sits down with his podcasting buddy Tom Stewart to review four recent comics releases. Some good, some bad and Tony makes the air go just a little blue.
You have been warned.
Have a listen and let us know what your thoughts are about these books.
You can find Tom at the That Comic Smell here. Have a listen to him and the guys talk about some great series!
Many thanks for listening. Visit the Never Iron Anything site for more news and reviews.
2024-08-161h 26Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 167 - God of Wine and Fertility!This week Tony is joined by comics podcaster and editor Eamonn Clarke to discuss the first Bacchus omnibus by Eddie Campbell.
With assists from Ilya and a number of other creators this is a fascinating story/exercise/artistic experiment that plays out over 1000 pages of comics.
The two hosts try their best to explain and discuss this brilliant brick of a comic. Have a listen and let them know what you think.
You can also find more comics discussion over at the Mega City Book Club where Eamonn chats with different guests about...2024-08-011h 24Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 166 - Alan and a Bear called Rupert!This week Tony is re-joined by co-host Alan Henderson. The pair discuss the forgotten stylings of Rupert Bear and his land of Nuttwood.
They also examine the art of Alfred E. Bestell and the characters creator Mary Tourtel.
And listen out for the scandal that rocked the British Court system and a certain ear-worm of a song by a Beatle!
Not to be missed.
You can catch up with Alan's art and comics by clicking right here!
Many thanks for listening.
2024-06-0459 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 165 - Changing the Art or the Artist?This week is the fourth in the series of collaborator interviews. Tony sits down and has an in depth conversation with the brilliant FORPE.
The pair discuss influences and training before getting on to how an artist evolves and changes. What plays into each era of their work. Really insightful stuff to say the least from FORPE!
You can buy comics and artwork from FORPE at his website right here. YOU REALLY NEED A COPY OF PUSSY MANFISTS!
Many thanks for listening.
2024-05-211h 10Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 164 - Two Artists Talk Comics.This week Tony is joined by a couple of collaborators for a chat. Both brilliant artists, Ian 'Hellbreaker' Ashcroft and Cliff 'Tony Osmond is a Movie Star' Cumber.
The three really get into the guts of what motivates them to create. We talk influences and driving forces.
Genuinely not to be missed!
You can find more about Cliff's work here and follow Ian on Patreon here.
Thanks for listening!
2024-05-161h 25Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 163 - Dogs and AutoBio Comics with Helena.This week as part of the 'Collaborator Mini Series' Tony sat down with ART92's own Helena Edwardson to talk about comics, art and life in general.
The pair discuss her past collaborations as well as the second issue of Clear Run that has just been released.
There's also a cheeky competition for listeners to enter.
You can connect with Helena over at the ARTNINETWO website here. Go have a look through their marvellous comics and art.
Many thanks for listening.
2024-05-0950 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 162 - Flesh, Ink and The New Underground.This week is the start of a short run where Tony interviews his comics collaborators. We start with The Don of the UK Underground Mr Adam Falp.
We get into the creative process and how these two work so well together. We also get an in depth examination of their current book Flesh & Ink.
The subjects and language get fruity but there is plenty to think on in this raucous episode. Have fun and listen out for the foul-mouthed outtakes.
You can find more of Adam's work over at his site - Right He...2024-04-3034 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 161 - Green Arrow and Mike Grell.This week Tony and Alan sit down to discuss Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters from 1987. There's so much to talk about with this one.
The boys discuss the changing face of the medium at this time and how a hero changes and most importantly why. Step into Earth-Grell with them!
Warning - Violence against women is discussed in this episode.
Have a listen and then explore the comics of co-host Alan Henderson by visiting his site right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2024-01-041h 20Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 160 - Jonny Canon and 2023.This week Tony is joined by indie comics creator and friend of the show Jonny Canon. The pair discuss the last year in comics and mention some of their favourites.
We also hear an insightful investigation into Jonny's creative process, with loads of tips for those people making their own funny books.
Not to be missed.
Find out more about Jonny's comics by visiting his store right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2023-12-271h 19Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 159 - X-Talk!This week Tony welcomes Nando Pons from the brilliant That Comic Smell podcast on to the show to talk about Uncanny X-Men 183.
This is a comic full of action, soap-opera and no small amount of controversy. We also hear about 'X-Patrol' - have a listen to find out what that may be...
Nando also has some interesting insight into how and why the X-Men have endured over the decades.
This is a cracker of an episode. You can find Nando on the That Comic Smell Podcast by clicking here.
Many thanks...2023-10-191h 10Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 158 - Ronald Searle.This week Tony is re-joined by Eamonn from the Mega City Book Club podcast to discuss the incredible work of British cartoonist Ronald Searle.
A man described as 'Britain's finest cartoonist' was a man of many facets who survived being a P.O.W. in World War 2 and travelled the world and the page with the best line you'll witness.
We get somewhat carried away, and rightly so.
Plus there's news on the imminent release of DUI 3 which Eamonn has edited! Click on this link to grab an issue soon. All proceeds raise m...2023-09-231h 08Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 157 - Alan and Tony talk Heavy Liquid.This week Alan re-joins Tony to talk about the 1999 Paul Pope Vertigo series Heavy Liquid.
A dystopian future city story about a sci-fi drug that avoids the cliches we see these days.
They also discuss the merits of Pope's art compared to the issues they had with some of the plotting.
See if you agree.
You can find Alans comic work by clicking your mouse on this link here.
Many thanks for listening.
2023-08-3154 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 156 -Getting Scalped with Dave Cranna.This week Tony is joined by comics writer Dave Cranna to talk about the first trade of the Vertigo series 'Scalped'.
Written by Jason Aaron with art by R.M. Guerra and Lee Loughridge. This is a series that is both incredibly violent and gritty but also a masterclass in writing, plotting and art.
You can find more of Dave's comics and his excellent Glass City series by clicking on this link.
Many thanks for listening.
2023-08-161h 07Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 155 - Going Underground on Kickstarter now!This week Tony and Alan are joined by cartoonist Jonny Cannon to discuss and pick apart his new project that is now live on Kickstarter 'The United: Going Underground'.
We talk about the creation of a long form comic book and how Jonny has grown as a creator. Some really interesting insights into the creative process from page to release.
You can find all you need to know by heading over to Kickstarter and searching for The United: Going Underground. You can also visit the Cannonhill shop here for all of Jonny's other work.
2023-08-041h 41Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 154 - Superman and those triangles!Warnings - This week features storylines with themes of Domestic Violence.
Tony and Alan discuss the two Superman family titles that precede the arrival of Doomsday and what becomes The Death of Superman.
To describe these two issues as 'filler' does them a disservice. They are powerfully told and definitely something you should read - and are also available on the DC App.
Find out more about Alans work by visiting his store right here!
Many thanks for listening.
2023-08-0250 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 153 - The Star Beast and Doctor Who comics.This week Tony is re-joined by comics fan and comics editor Eamonn Clarke to talk about some Doctor Who comics from the eighties. The boys focus in on 'The Star Beast' by Pat Mills and Dave Gibbons.
They also get some handy notes from Pat himself to discuss.
Is this the greatest run of Who comics ever?
You can catch up on what Eamonn is doing by visiting the Mega City Book Club page right here!
Many thanks for listening.
2023-07-221h 06Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 152 - Artists Roundtable on Joe Kubert.This week Tony is joined by artists Cliff Cumber ('Dirty Basement' & 'Tony Osmond is a Movie Star') and Ian Ashcroft ('Kia Wordsmith' & 'Hellbreaker') to discuss the career and art of the mighty Joe Kubert.
The guys talk about what Kubert is doing on a page and how they have been influenced and inspired by his work.
An episode not to miss!
You can find Ian's great art her and follow the exploits of the brilliant Cliff right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2023-07-131h 39Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 151 - Power Pack with Dave Robertson.This week Tony is re-joined by Dave Robertson from the That Comic Smell podcast to chat about his love for the eighties Power Pack series from Marvel Comics.
What made it special and is it something that can be attempted today? Find out these answers and more!
You can find the comics of Dave by clicking on this link right here!
Many thanks for listening.
2023-06-2846 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 150 - Injustice For All!This week Tony is joined by regular co-host Alan Henderson who has challenged him to read the video game inspired Injustice: Gods Among Us!
The chaps chat about the benefits and failings of connecting a comic to a video game, phone app, animated movie and action figure line can have.
Do they like it? Do you like it? They are the big questions. You might also learn something....
You can buy some comics from Alan by clicking on this link.
Let us know what you think by visiting us at Never I...2023-06-1255 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 149 - Osamu Tezuka & Some Insects.This week Tony is joined by his comics buddy and collaborator Mr Tom Curry.
The pair discuss Osamu Tezuka's complicated and provocative Manga 'The Book of Human Insects'. A story of love, betrayal, and some troubling sexual violence.
Tony makes the case that Tezuka is the greatest writer of comics so far!
Do you agree? Let us know your thoughts over at the Never Iron Anything site.
Many thanks for listening.
2023-05-291h 01Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 148 - Rise of the New Underground and a Dirty Basement.This week Tony is joined by his collaborator and co-publisher at Tribute Press Mr Adam Falp.
The pair discuss their new Kickstarter project Dirty Basement. An anthology utilising the cream of UK underground creators. You can find it on Kickstarter right here. Go back it.
They also discuss why the new breed of creators are on the rise who really don't give a flying fig who they upset and are proudly going their own way.
Have a listen and head to the Never Iron Anything site to let us know what you think.2023-05-1132 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 147 - Magneto!This week Tony and Alan discuss X-Men: Magneto Testament. The harrowing and formative story of a young Magneto just before his mutant powers kick in.
We ask- what does the weight of expectation and previous knowledge play on your appreciation of a comics mini-series? The hosts find different things to like and dislike in these comics.
Have a listen to find out why and what.
You can find and enjoy Alan's comics work by visiting his store right here.
If you have comments or suggestions for future shows then feel free t...2023-05-041h 09Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 146 - A Jolly Good Time with Tom & Rich!This week Tony is joined by Tom Curry and Richard Sheaf to discuss the classic series Blake & Mortimer.
The guys focus in on what is considered to be one of the best works of Edgar P. Jacob's early run 'The Yellow "M"' and how it stands up to a modern audience.
Not to be missed.
You can find Tom on Twitter here.
You can find Richard at his blog here that details the history of British comics. It's well worth a read!
Many thanks for reading.
2023-04-131h 06Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 145 - Three Years!Today the Never Iron Anything Comics Review Podcast hit it's three year anniversary.
So Tony and Alan got together to talk about some memorable comics, the creators they'd love to meet and thank and to discuss if this hobby of ours is really worth it?
Have a listen and let us know what you think over at the Never Iron Anything site.
You can also gran some of Alan's comics right here!
Many thanks for listening.
2023-03-271h 03Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 144 - Keeping Two by Jordan Crane.This week Tony is re-joined by the Bard of Broughty Ferry the one and only Tom Stewart.
The pair discuss the 2022 release through Fantagraphics - 'Keeping Two' by Jordan Crane.
This book is full to the brim with sharply felt emotions and violent fantasy. Not for the sensitive disposition.
You can find more about Tom and the That Comic Smell podcast by visiting this link here.
Many thanks for listening.
2023-03-161h 21Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 143 - The Art of Kevin O’NeillThis week Tony is joined by artists Ian Ashcroft and Cliff Cumber to discuss the art and career of Kevin O'Neill.
The guys focus on three specific books and discuss what the art style means to them and how they use it to create on the page.
An episode that is not to be missed.
You can find Ian's art right here and Cliff's art here.
Many thanks for listening.
2023-02-281h 33Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 142 - Peter Hogan and the Comic Relief ComicThis week is an exciting one over at NIA Towers. Alan and Tony are joined by comics writer and Editor Peter Hogan to discuss the 1991 star-studded anthology that was The Comic Relief Comic.
Never to be reprinted it contains Batman, Dredd, Wolverine, Dan Dare, Doctor Who and even Bruce Forsyth.
Find out how Peter and others herded superstar comics-cats in this incredible comic.
We also chat about the brilliant Resident Alien comic and TV series!
Not to be missed.
Many thanks for listening.
2023-02-2153 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 141 - Talking about MadeleineComics can bring back many memories. Those exciting covers and stories can cause us to remember what we were doing at a certain time, where we were, what was happening and much more.
Simon Russell and Eamonn Clarke join Tony to discuss the new fanzine called Madeleine that features essays and art that talk about things past, but may have shaped us.
Simon discusses how he came up with the idea and went about collecting stories from comics fans.
You can find it on Kickstarter RIGHT HERE. Go back it!
Many...2023-02-1548 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 140 - Star Brand & the New Universe.This week Dave Robertson returns to the pod to discuss the short-lived Marvel New Universe and it's flagship title Star Brand.
They discuss the first seven issues by Jim Shooter that features art by John Romita and Al Williamson. Tony and Dave discover that it isn't quite as bad as you might think.
But they do have certain reservations...
You can have a read of Dave's own indie comics right here! You can also follow him on Twitter here.
Many thanks for listening.
2023-02-071h 09Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 139 - Resurrection Man with Alan Henderson.Resurrection Man Volume 1.
This week Tony and Alan tackle a little remembered DC Comics series that was full of potential. They discuss the writing, art and more on this series and also whether or not its promise was realised.
The reaction is slightly mixed. Not everything is perfect but often you just want readable.
Should it have been a Vertigo series? The hosts try to solve the puzzle.
You can buy some great comics from Alan at his shop right here and follow him on Twitter here.
Many thanks...2023-01-191h 03Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 138 - Underground Comics from America with Third Bear PressThis week Tony is joined by Steven Ingram to discuss the dynamics of the US and UK small press and underground comics/comix scenes.
As well as being a prolific creator in his own right Steven also heads up Third Bear Press a UK-based distribution for those hard to get US and worldwide non-Diamond comics.
Have a listen as we pick some comics you might like to read and discuss the ever-evolving state of the medium.
You can find Third Bear Press at their website here and follow them on Twitter here.
...2022-12-2957 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 137 - A Fireside Comics Chat.Join Tony as he sits down with friends, comics fans and creators, Sarah Harris, Cliff Cumber and Simon Russell as they discuss 2022 in comics and what the new year may hold for our favourite medium.
There's also a fun Dream Comics Casting Question.
You can find Sarah on Twitter right here.
Follow Cliff here or find his house and stalk him.
Have a look at Simon's excellent website and watch for some saucy new projects.
And have a great Christmas and New Year!
Many thanks for listening.
2022-12-271h 19Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 136 - Batman & Plastic Man.This week Alan and Tony tackle a Christmas issue of DC Comics The Brave and the Bold.
Issue 148 - 'The Night the Mob Stole Xmas!' Written by Bob Haney with art by Jim Aparo and Joe Staton. There's also some Jack Cole chat.
It's a Cracker - literally!
You can find Alans comics by hitting this link right here. Go buy someone a great Christmas gift.
Many thanks for listening.
2022-12-141h 10Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 135 - Fantastic Four - Full Circle.This week Tony and Eamonn discuss the recent classic by Alex Ross 'Fantastic Four - Full Circle'.
Easily one of our books of the year we discuss it's long gestation period and some interesting origins as well as the brilliant art.
The hosts also ponder on whether you can go back and revisit a classic?
Find Eamonn online and have a listen to his always excellent Mega City Book Club podcast and follow him on Twitter.
You can also buy copies of the charity comic 'DUI' that Eamonn edited by visiting t...2022-11-291h 18Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 134 - Batman: Faces by Matt Wagner.Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight issues 28-30.
This week it's time for Tony and Al to discuss the brilliant storyline from Matt Wagner that featured in Legends of the Dark Knight.
They also discuss this ground-breaking run of comics as well as the other work of Mage and Grendel creator Matt Wagner. Loads of recommendations you'll want to follow up on!
You can find more of Al's comics over at his online store here.
Many thanks for listening.
2022-11-171h 13Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 133 - Nottingham Comicon Panel with Roger Langridge.'What makes a good AutoBio Comic?'
This week we have something a little different from the podcast. Tony, Al and Eamonn have been on the road. Nottingham Comicon kindly offered the boys a slot to host a panel on Autobiographical Comics. So along with guest and comics professional Roger Langridge they get into why we are so obsessed with the lives of others.
FYI - This is a live panel - but the quality is still pretty good.
You can read Roger's comics for free here. Then go and buy a copy a...2022-10-3144 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 132 - American Flagg.This week Tony is re-joined by co-hosts Alan Henderson and Johnny Cannon to discuss the the first three issues of 'American Flagg'. Also known as 'Hard Times'.
This is a series that isn't easy to find online or in reprints but represents one of the main influences on the comics revolution that followed.
We hear about the writing, art, influences and contemporaries of Howard Chaykin.
Not to be missed.
You can find the comics of Alan by visiting his shop here.
You can also find Johnny's comics here at hi...2022-10-251h 41Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 131 - John Byrne - Artists Roundtable.This week Tony is joined by two great comics artists to spend an hour or two to examine and discuss the art of John Byrne.
Cliff Cumber and Ian Ashcroft lead Tony and the listener through two of Mr B's long-running series and talk about their highs and the pressure from the industry.
You can find more about Cliff by following and subscribing to his Substack right here.
You can also watch the rise of Ian and his spectacular art by signing up for his Patreon right here.
Both are highly...2022-10-031h 39Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 130 - Punisher: Circle of Blood.This week Tony is joined by his ACP Pod Brother Dan Butcher to discuss an eighties classic.
The five issue Punisher mini series from 1986 that has become known as 'Circle of Blood'.
The pair also discuss the changes that have happened to Frank over the years, all the way up to the most recent and current Jason Aaron written series. Is there still a hope for this character under modern sensibilities?
You can find all about Dan's long-running series by visiting the site right here. You can also read single issues on the...2022-09-211h 18Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 129 - Daytripper'People die every day'
This week Tony is joined by Tom Stewart to discuss the Vertigo classic Daytripper from Fabio Moon & Gabriel Ba.
Warnings - not only does this contain spoilers but it is also a comic series that will break your heart!
A highly recommended purchase that you will not soon forget.
Why not also pop over and have a listen to That Comic Smell here and follow their antics here.
Many thanks for listening.
2022-09-061h 21Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 128 - The Bojeffries Saga.'Something's happening in my pyjamas.'
Co-Host Al Henderson returns to chat with Tony about Alan Moore and Steve Parkhouse's brilliantly crazy story The Bojeffries Saga.
Who are these strange characters who live in a terraced house in Northampton! That one looks like a werewolf!
Genuinely one of the funniest comics you'll read.
You can find Alan and his Penned Guins at his site here and you can stalk him on Twitter right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2022-08-251h 02Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 127 - Star Trek Comics!This week Dundee's own Dave Robertson returns to the pod to talk about Star Trek Classics: The Mirror Universe Saga. This is the collection of the 1985 DC Comics series issues 9-16.
The pair discuss the writing of Mike W. Barr, the art of Tom Sutton and Ricardo Villagran and some great Trek moments.
Have a listen and let us know what you think at neverironanything@gmail.com
You can catch up with Dave's own comics over at his website here and follow him on Twitter here. Keep an eye out for his new...2022-08-111h 15Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 126 - A Discussion on the art of Val Mayerik.This week Tony is joined by two outstanding artists to discuss the fantastic comics art of Val Mayerik.
Cliff Cumber ('Tony Osmond is a Movie Star' & 'DUI') and Ian Ashcroft ('Hellbreaker' & 'Kia Wordsmith') provide some great insight into the extensive catalogue of Mayerik and the way his style has changed between projects.
Well worth a listen.
You can find Ian on Instagram here and follow his art over on Patreon here.
You can also follow Cliff on Twitter here and sign up for his new comics centric mailer here.
M...2022-07-291h 34Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 125 - The Art and Comics of Tom Gauld.This week the NIA podcast is back to it's original, and less crazy, format. Tony sits down with Alan to discuss the comics, art and storytelling of Scottish creator Tom Gauld.
They focus in on the two graphic novels Mooncop and Goliath but also discuss his strip work and his more recent children's story book.
You can find the work of Alan and his tribe of Penned Guins over at his site here and follow him on Twitter here.
Many thanks for listening.
2022-07-1457 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Heroes 2022 - A Wrap Up.Excuse the sore throats, background smoothie makers and terrible language!
Tony, Cliff Cumber and Adam Falp discuss their experiences at Heroes Con in Charlotte, North Carolina that was just this past weekend.
Thinking of going? Fancy tabling? This may make your mind up.
Many thanks for listening.
2022-06-2924 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Extra Episode - Tribute Press on Tour.This week we are dropping a cheeky extra episode where Tony and Adam Falp discuss the upcoming Tribute Press World Tour.
Yes, they are on the road throughout June 2022 visiting the Toronto Comics Art Festival (TCAF) 18-19th June and then flying down to Charlotte in North Caroline to Heroes Comic Con 24th-26th June.
If you are there pop along and say hi.
You can find the new releases that they mention at the NIA Shop here and follow their antics at the NIA site right here.
They apologise in...2022-06-0741 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 122 - DC Universe Infinite.This week Tony is joined by co-host Alan Henderson and the pair work their way through the good points and bad points of the new DC Comics reading app - DC Universe Infinite.
Is it worth the money? How does it work? What is there to Read?
The hosts also pick two random books from the app library and have a chat about them.
Have a look for Alan's comics over at his Penguin filled shop here and follow him on Twitter for daily gag strips and comics right here.
Many...2022-06-021h 15Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 121 - MAD Magazine.'HOOHAH!'
This week Tony is joined by co-hosts Al Henderson and Eamonn Clarke to discuss the phenomenon that is Mad Magazine and its impressive legacy.
The discussion focuses in on the history, characters, creators, impact and influence that this long-running comic has had globally.
This one is not to be missed.
You can find Al's work (who would make a great new member of the Usual Gang of Idiots with a Penned Guin fold-in or two) at his website here and you can follow him on Twitter right here.
2022-05-131h 30Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 120 - Is that Captain America?This week Tony is joined by co-host Dan 'Vanguard' Butcher to chat about Captain America issues 333-350. This covers the storyline 'The Captain' where Steve Rogers gives up the Captain America role and John Walker steps into those boots.
Does it stand up? How do the politics of the time compare to those of today? And is throwing fake diamonds a reliable career path for the modern woman?
You can find Dan over at his brilliant webcomic Vanguard right here. On Twitter here. And with myself and Vince as one of the hosts of the...2022-05-031h 19Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 119 - Robert Crumb!This week Tony is re-joined by Alan Henderson and Eamonn Clarke to discuss the thorny subject of underground comics creator Robert Crumb.
Whilst focusing on Crumb's collection 'The Book of Mr. Natural' the boys also discuss the creators other works, impact, styles and subject matter. Is it satire? How can these comics be read? A balanced and fair discussion takes place but with very adult themes.
Warning - This episode covers themes of sexual violence.
For more about Alan and his Penned Guin comics you can follow him here on Twitter and find h...2022-04-081h 19Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 118 - Barefoot Gen - Volume 1. A conversation with Dave Robertson.'I decided to use Manga to confront the bomb.'
This week Dave Robertson joins Tony to discuss Volume #1 of Keiji Nakazawa's series Barefoot Gen.
This episode includes a Content Warning regarding open and frank discussions about the use and tragic effects of using nuclear weapons on a civilian population. The hosts talk about this issue and it's themes, art and history.
Genuinely a book that should be read by everyone.
You can find more about Dave and his own comics by visiting his site Fred Egg Comics here and find...2022-03-241h 12Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 117 - Reviews Galore with Tom Stewart.This week it's the turn of comics podcaster, reviewer and creator Tom Stewart to return to the co-host chair. He and Tony walk through five recent releases and not only talk about their content and quality but also how easy it is to buy new comics in the UK. There were some complications!
Follow along with reviews of Marvel, DC, Image and a cheeky Manga title. Honest reviews regarding content and pricing (with a few moments of terrible language).
You can head over to the That Comic Smell Site and get their new anthology. You...2022-03-171h 52Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 116 - ’Domu - The Dreams of Children’ by Katsuhiro Otomo.'You're nothing but a bully!'
This week Al Henderson returns to the co-host seat with his book choice of Domu - The Dreams of Children.
Often talked about as Otomo's 'other book' this is a classic of horror manga. Al and Tony dive into the history of this comic and also investigate how and why it works so well. Well over forty years old - and still cool AF!
You can catch up on Mr Henderson's comics by visiting his store here or follow him on Twitter right here. Also look out...2022-02-241h 11Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 115 - Shigeru Mizuki ’Onwards Towards Our Noble Deaths.’This week Tony is joined by co-host Eamonn Clarke to explore the Gekiga Manga 'Onwards Towards Our Noble Deaths' by the master of the form Shigeru Mizuki.
A book that describes the mangaka's experiences as a Japanese soldier during World War 2. The hosts also discuss his other works as well as the impact manga has and is having on the UK and US markets.
Genuinely not to be missed!
You can also catch recent episodes of Eamonn's brilliant British Comics podcast the Mega City Book Club here and follow him on Twitter right h...2022-02-111h 15Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 114 - ’Crying Freeman’ - in discussion with Richard Sheaf.This week we begin the themed 'Old Blokes Read Manga' month on the podcast.
First up in the co-host chair is comics historian Richard Sheaf who has chosen Volume #1 of Crying Freeman. Part of the big wave of Manga that hit the UK and US in the nineties and a series that even with a bit of awkward sex still stands up today.
Tony and Rich discuss the creators and the legacy of this cracking series from Kazuo Koike and Ryiochi Ikegami.
You can catch up on Richard's brilliant Blog Boys Adventure Comics b...2022-02-031h 04Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 113 - Batman Adventure with Alan Henderson.'It was a magic death potion, right?'
This week Alan Henderson is back in the co-host chair to lay the knowledge down about the comics that followed the Batman Animated series and especially those that had three certain career criminals based on DC Editors.
Can you guess who?
We also chat about the upcoming theme in February and the legacy of the comics editor.
You can find more about Al's comics here by following him on Twitter and buy his comics right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2022-01-271h 07Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 112 - The Merits of Marvels with Dave & Mike.This week Tony is joined by two co-hosts from the That Comic Smell comics podcast. Dave Robertson and Mike Sedakat pop over the border to talk about Marvels by Kurt Busiek and Alex Ross.
This is an old book for Tony and Dave but a new experience for Mike and they discuss the history, story, art and merits of this landmark series.
Have a listen and see if you agree.
You can find Dave on Twitter here and buy his comics right here.
You can find Mike over at the That C...2021-12-301h 21Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 111 - ‘Silver Darlings‘ and a chat with Al Henderson.'You remember the song?'
This week, comics creator and comics fan Al Henderson returns and chats to Tony about 'The Silver Darlings' by Will Morris.
A comic that teaches you about the lives of fishermen off the West Coast of Scotland and how one of their sons comes to understand and appreciate that way of life before heading off to University.
The guys also look back on their 2021 in comics and think about the year ahead.
You can follow Al on Twitter right here and buy his great humour books...2021-12-2156 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 110 - ‘Mort Cinder‘ a discussion with Eamonn Clarke.In this episode Tony is re-joined by co-host Eamonn Clarke to discuss the stone cold classic Mort Cinder.
Written by Hector German Oesterheld with art by Alberto Breccia this is a book of haunting and brilliantly imagined art and writing.
Who is Mort Cinder? What do we learn from this ground-breaking comic? Tony and Eamonn try their best to help out.
You can find Eamonn on Twitter right here and listen to his podcast the Mega City Book Club right here!
Many thanks for listening.
2021-12-1759 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 109 - Talking Classic Comic Covers with Jordan Thomas.Tony and comics writer Jordan Thomas have fun sitting down and discussing some classic comics characters.
Bronze Age Marvel and beyond is covered with some in-depth discussions about what makes a good cover and why. Along with some anecdotes about covers they have loved, a random cover generator game and some cover rules laid down by Carmine Infantino.
You can follow Jordan on Twitter right here and if you are quick you can head over to Kickstarter and pledge to his brilliant ongoing series Weird Work with art by the Mighty Shaky Kane!
Y...2021-12-031h 16Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 108 - Desert Star, Europe Comics and Al Henderson.This week Tony is re-joined by Al to discuss Westerns, Europe Comics and the Desert Star #1 & #2.
How is it that the comics of Belgium and France do the American Western Comic so well?
This is one of the best drawn comics you'll read all year. Well worth investigating. Get a pen and paper out for all the recommendations that come thick and fast!
You can follow Al here and buy his comics right here. You can also find details of Scottish Comic Book Day 2021 here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-11-251h 21Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 107 - Micronauts issue #1 with Dave Robertson.This week Tony is joined by Dave Robertson to talk about the first issue of a comic that most certainly is not Star Wars but grew over time into a pretty decent run in its own right!
The conversation covers storytelling styles and the marvellous art of Michael Golden and Josef Rubenstein.
One day, maybe, we'll actually get a reprint!
You can find Dave here on Twitter and buy his own comics right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-11-191h 00Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 106 - Poochytown, Jim Woodring and Johnny CannonWe are back and Tony is re-joined by Scottish cartoonist Johnny Cannon to talk about the comics of Jim Woodring.
Get sucked into the world of Frank, Manhog, Pupshaw and Pushpaw as they try to explain what makes these books so immersive and fascinating.
You can find the comics of Johnny here and follow him on social media right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-11-111h 19Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 105 - ‘A Tale of Sand‘ with Al Henderson.'A surrealistic comedy-drama.'
This week comics creator and fan, Alan Henderson returns to talk about the incredible graphic novel 'A Tale of Sand'.
A story that jumped from the minds of Jim Henson and Jerry Juhl and was then brought to comics life by some absolutely staggering art from Ramon Perez!
Hear all about this multi-award winning comic from the creators of The Muppets.
One not to be missed!
You can jump on the last couple of days of Al's Penned Guin Kickstarter right here and follow him o...2021-10-211h 04Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 104 -Some talk about Seth and his Dominion with Tom Stewart.'Symbols on a page...'
This week Tony chats to podcaster and comics creator Tom Stewart about the force of nature (and fashion) that is Seth.
The conversation tours Palookaville, Clyde Fans, documentaries, fabricated cities, the life of the artist and much more. Genuinely not to be missed.
You can listen to Tom and the other members of the That Comics Smell podcast here and follow them on Twitter right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-10-151h 18Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 103 - Some Bernie Krigstein talk with Eamonn Clarke.This week Eamonn returns and he and Tony chat about Bernie Krigstein and his ground-breaking story at EC Comics 'Master Race'.
Why is this story still influential?
This is a real deep dive into EC Comics and those that continue to be influenced by these stories.
You can find Eamonn on Social media here and listen to his excellent Mega City Book Club podcast here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-10-081h 22Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 102 - Gotham City‘s Vilest Villains with Al Henderson.'Cold voice, sort of whispery.'
This week Tony and Al chat about the single issue - Secret Origins Special #1 from DC Comics.
This features the origins of some classic Batman villains - The Riddler, Penguin and Two-Face as well as a surprise guest or two.
We also chat about some brilliant writers and artists on this special Batman episode.
You can find Alan on Twitter here and buy his Penguin inspired comics here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-09-241h 12Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 101 - Room 101 and Comics Torture!This week Tony is re-joined by comics creator and fan Al Henderson and the pair each choose three books that they wouldn't want to be locked alone in a room with.
Find out what they choose on this special Orwellian Episode.
The choices and reasonings may surprise you!
You can find Alan on Twitter here and buy his Penguin inspired comics here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-09-141h 03Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 100 - Robocop Versus Terminator!'These desperate sweating things, these humans...'
This week on the 100th episode Tony is joined by comics creators and podcasters Dan Butcher and Pete Davies. The guys discuss the brilliant Robocop versus Terminator by those giants of the medium Frank Miller and Walt Simonson!
What a book!
Thanks so much for supporting this podcast it means a lot to us. You can follow us on Twitter at Never Iron Anything!
You can follow Dan Butcher on Twitter here and read his excellent webcomic here.
You can listen to...2021-09-061h 34Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 99 - ‘Spleenal‘ and Funny Comics with Dave Robertson.'Nigel!'
This week Tony is joined by comics creator and podcaster Dave Robertson and they discuss 'Spleenal' by Nigel Auchterlounie. A hilarious pseudo-autobiographical tale of bicycle jumps, time travel and spanking!
The boys also talk about what a comic needs to do to make you laugh!
You can find Dave and his great small press comics right here and follow him on Twitter here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-09-0353 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 98 - Johnny Cash - I See A Darkness with Alan Henderson.'I'm like a shark. I always gotta be moving.'
This week Tony and Alan discuss this brilliant Johnny Cash biography by Reinhard Kleist.
How does a comic portray music? Kleist uses some really interesting tricks. Have a listen and hear about the transformative joining of music and comics art!
You can find Alan on Twitter here and buy his own black & white comics right here!
Many thanks for listening.
2021-08-271h 07Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 97 - Batman Rebirth #66 with Tom Stewart'Oh Honey ... do you think I care?'
This week Tony sits down with podcaster, writer and returning co-host Tom Stewart to talk about Batman #66. Written by Tom King with art by Jorge Fornes.
Let's be clear that this is a mixed review!
Have a listen to find out what the hosts liked and didn't like.
We also reference this YouTube video from Perch regarding the Tom King run on Batman. You can watch it here.
You can follow Tom and the That Comic Smell Podcast on Twitter here...2021-08-191h 26Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 96 - Captain Britain and the Mighty World of Marvel with Eamonn Clarke.'Allow entropy to take its course!'
This week podcaster and comics scholar Eamonn Clarke returns to the show and discusses issues #7 & #8 of The Mighty World of Marvel (Volume 2).
The talk covers Captain Britain, Alan Moore, Alan Davis, Night-Raven, Wolverine, Chris Claremont, Frank Miller and a whole lot more. It also discusses the history of the Marvel reprint scene in the UK from 1972 to the present day.
This one is not to be missed.
You can find Eamonn and his podcast the Mega City Book Club here and follow him on...2021-08-131h 20Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 95 - Steve Dikto - Shades and Webs! (with Johnny Cannon).On this episode comics creator and artist co-hosts with Tony and discusses the life and work of Steve Ditko.
This is one you do not want to miss.
Was Steve Ditko the first and last sane man in comics? Maybe?
With a focus on Spidey and Shade the boys also discuss the myths that have grown up around this comics legend.
You can find Johnny on Twitter here and buy his brilliant comics right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-08-061h 53Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 94 - Al & Tony discuss the comics of Roger Langridge.This week Al and Tony discuss the range of comics and web comics produced by the always busy Mr Roger Langridge.
From Zoot, Fred, Knuckles and Co all the way to Thor, Mandrake and Batman Roger has created in all the various areas of the comics medium.
Have a listen and see what takes your fancy!
You can find Alan Henderson on Twitter here and buy his comics right her.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-07-301h 05Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 93 - Tony and Damian talk 'Violent Cases'.On this episode Tony is joined by comics creator, Podcaster and artist Damian Edwardson.
The pair talk about the Graphic Novella 'Violent Cases' from Neil Gaiman and Dave McKean.
What is good? What is bad? What is well done? What is the history of the book and the creators? Sit back and listen to a proper review.
You can find Damian and the Art Collective 'Art Nine Two' here and follow them on Twitter here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-07-161h 26Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 92 - Tom and Tony talk about the comics of John Porcellino.'Let him step to the music he hears.'
This week Tom returns and chats about the comics and zines of the brilliant John Porcellino.
The pair focus in on King Cat Comics and Stories but stray into what makes a Diary Comic.
Not one to miss.
You can find Tom's podcast That Comics Smell here and follow them on Twitter right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-07-091h 18Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 91 - 'The Valiant' chat with Eamonn Clarke.On this episode Tony and Eamonn chat about the mini series 'The Valiant' from 2014.
Why is this a good example of an event series?
To someone new to the Valiant Universe is it a good choice?
All will be answered...
You can catch up with Eamonn's podcast here, follow him on Twitter and donate to his MIND Charity raffle right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-07-031h 02Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 90 - Tony and Al talk about Lobo!'Shut up an' drink yer Mai Tai!'
This week Al Henderson returns and he and Tony discuss the first Lobo mini series from 1990 by Keith Giffen, Alan Grant and Simon Bisley.
Many things are discussed from Lobo's cultural significance to who would have the balls to write, draw and publish The Main Man in 2021.
Tony also has a rant about a certain appalling recent comic!
You can find Al's comics here and follow him on Twitter here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-06-241h 15Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 89 - Talking Usagi Yojimbo with Steve Sims.'Revenge is a strong emotion Usagi'
This week Steve Sims sits down with Tony and the pair talk Rabbit Samurai.
Usagi Yojimbo has been a staple of indie creator owned comics since 1984 with the always excellent Stan Sakai at the helm. Get in on the ground floor with this series before it hits Netflix and the rest of the world comes to its senses!
You can also hear about Steve's own anthropomorphic series Beast Hunting Battle Badgers. Buy a copy here and follow Steve and his art here.
Many thanks for...2021-06-111h 34Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 88 - Talking Power Man and Iron Fist with Dave Robertson.'Reva who died.'
This week Tony and Dave Robertson sat down and chatted about Power Man and Iron Fist #68 (1981). Written by the brilliant Mary Jo Duffy with Pencils by Kerry Gammill this is a cracker.
Just watch out for the blue gorilla with a grumpy dude's head!
You can follow Dave here and buy his comics here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-06-041h 08Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 87 -' Enemy Ace: War Idyll' by George Pratt a conversation with Alan Henderson.'I'll always be a soldier...'
This week Tony is joined by regular co-host Alan Henderson and they discuss the criminally underappreciated Enemy Ace: War Idyll by George Pratt.
This is a book that shows what painted comics can do and is a revelation in art and words.
You can find comics by Alan here and follow him on Twitter here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-05-311h 13Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 86 - Criminals and Kung Fu! with Eamonn Clarke.This week co-host Eamonn Clarke returns to discuss 'The Deadly Hands of Criminal', the other comics from Sean Phillips and Ed Brubaker and some thrilling martial arts related comics.
The pair talk story, influences and art in this wide-ranging conversation. You'll be definitely ordering some books after hearing this one - just avoid anything where Bolo Yeung has a moustache!
Have a listen to The Mega City Book Club from Eamonn here and follow him on Twitter right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-05-151h 13Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 85 - Chatting about 'Slaine: The Horned God' with Ian Ashcroft.On this episode Tony sits down with the artist Ian Ashcroft to talk about one of his major artistic influences. 'The Horned God' is a book that features two Titans of the medium with Pat Mills on writing and Simon Bisley on painted art.
With an artist on hand the hosts dig into the process and how styles changed even within the first volume of this ground-breaking comic saga.
They also discuss how the words resonate over the decades still. This really is an episode you don't want to miss.
You can catch u...2021-05-071h 10Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episoe 84 - Early Image Comics with Pete Davies.'Mebbe?'
This week Comics creator, podcaster and designer Pete Davies returns to the podcast and talks with Tony about the early days of Image Comics.
He and Tony each choose three random comics from that period and talk about their good/bad points with some historical context. What is the nostalgia factor? Was it all about the money? What was the good that came out of it regarding creator rights?
Will Troll #1 make the cut? You'll have to listen to find out.
You can find more about Pete and The B...2021-05-031h 24Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 83 - Perez, Taskmaster and Mr Henderson.This week comics creator, fan and regular co-host Al Henderson takes the reins and Tony suggests Avengers #195 & #196 for the pair to read and discuss.
George Perez, David Michelinie and the debut of The Taskmaster make for a nostalgic brew of comics discussion that isn't to be missed.
You can find Alan's comics here and you can follow him on Twitter right here.
Sign up for the pre-release of Atomic Hercules: Weapon of Mass Destruction right here.
many thanks for listening.
2021-04-261h 20Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 82 - Grandville by Bryan Talbot (with Rich Sheaf).'He's croaked!'
This week Tony is re-joined by The Don of British comics Mr Richard Sheaf. The pair set about dissecting Grandville volume 1. They also talk about the brilliant back catalogue of this great writer/artist - Luther Arkwright anyone?
Here's a link to the video of Bryan himself talking about the tradition of anthropomorphic comics characters.
We also hear about Rich's ongoing mission to blog every single day about all manner of British comics goodness. You can find his site here and follow Rich on Twitter here.
Many thanks f...2021-04-221h 27Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 81 - 'Box Office Poison' a review with Tom Stewart.'Do you sell rope?'
Tony and returning guest host Tom Stewart discuss the nineties black and white slice of life series Box Office Poison by Alex Robinson.
This is a story about regular people and the intertwining relationships and friendships that they experience over a few short years in New York. Collected in one volume this is insightful and touching and highly recommended.
You can find Tom and the That Comic Smell Podcast on Twitter here and listen here.
You can also follow Tribute Press here and sign up for...2021-04-161h 20Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 80 - 'Alone' by Chaboute with Guest host Sarah Harris.This week Tony is re-joined by comics artist and editor Sarah Harris. In a new segment entitled 'Challenge Sarah' she and Tony discuss the English translation of the award winning 'Alone' by Christophe Chaboute.
Prepare to have your heart broken by the story of a man on a lonely island who begins to realise that there may be a chance to escape, not least of all through his imagination.
What a book!
You can follow Sarah on Twitter here and enjoy her adventures as she edits the new Awesome Comics Podcast anthology.
2021-04-0959 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 79 - 'This Man...This Monster!' Fantastic Four #51 with Eamonn Clarke.'He paid the price...and, he paid it...like a man!'
This week Tony is joined again by co-host and comics student Eamonn Clarke. The pair sit down and discuss one of the greatest comics of all time.
Not only do they discuss the content of Fantastic Four #51 but also what was happening at the time at Marvel Comics. There's a wealth of books on Jack and Stan and these two have read all of them, so you'll have to take notes!
This is also Part 1 or a two-part Comics Podcasting Crossover...2021-04-031h 16Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 78 - 'Hitman' with Alan Purdie.'Do the thing wit' the trunk...'
This week Tony is joined by comics creator and fan Alan Purdie and the pair discuss DC Comics' Hitman series and the focus on issue #34 and the later JLA/Hitman two issue mini-series from 2007.
How does Tommy fit in with the more traditional DC heroes and were Garth Ennis and John McCrea right in returning to this character so many years later?
This is a cracking episode! If you haven't read Hitman then now is the time to catch up.
You can find Alan...2021-03-2658 minNever Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 77 - 'We3' with Alan Henderson.On this episode Tony sits down with returning co-host and Penguin herder Mr. Alan Henderson and talks about the three issue mini series from 2004 called We3.
They discuss the story and script by Grant Morrison and dissect the art by Frank Quitely from the heady days of Vertigo Comics. Oh, how we miss them.
You can check out Alan's hot new Kickstarter here and follow him on Twitter right here.
Many thanks for listening.
2021-03-221h 13Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 76 - 'The Incredible Hulk #312' with Dave Robertson.'Lord, why didn't I remember to bring a bottle with me?'
In this episode Tony welcomes comics creator and podcaster Dave Robertson back to the co-host chair. The pair discuss one of the biggest game-changers in Hulk comics history and one that is also quite controversial.
What are the slightly dodgy origins of this book and does it stand as a great comic on it's own with none of that background nonsense?
Have a listen to find out.
Find out more about Dave's work by following him on Twitter here...2021-03-191h 09Never Iron Anything The Comics Review Show.Episode 75 -' Kickstarters & Patreons' - a Tribute Press Roundtable.Tony is joined on this episode by Adam Falp and Darrell Thorpe to discuss the use of Patreons, Kickstarters and more in the small press scene. They also talk about their publishing plans for the upcoming year with Tribute Press and the wider world.
There is also a NSFW section where Tony makes a prat of himself after the credits!
Head over to Tribute press on Twitter here and their website here.
You can follow Adam here and buy his books right here.
You can also buy some of Darrell's comics be...2021-03-1753 min