Punch The Timeline

SummaryIn this episode of Punch the Timeline, Jarrod interviews Matthew L. Price, journalist, comic shop retailer, and comic book writer. They discuss Price's journey in the comic industry, his role as a contributing editor for Comic Shop News, and the revival of the Team America Racing comic. Price shares insights from his Substack about comic retail and the impact of comics on the community. The conversation also touches on favorite comics, recommendations, and future goals for 2026.Music written by James WarrenSocial Media @timelinepunch on BlueSky, Threads and Instagram.

Welcome to a new Punch The Timeline! This is the audio version of the Exit Zero Newsletter, which covers all things entertainment. We are back with a vengeance as Jarrod tells you where he's been, what he's done, and what he wants you to read/watch/buy. Recommendations in this episode: Radiant Black, Savage Dragon, Superman, Humble Bundle, Northern Exposure, Longmire, and Heels! You can subscribe to the Exit Zero newsletter here. Follow PTT on Twitter, Instagram, Bluesky and Threads by searching for @timelinepunch.

Jarrod is back with a pitch on why you should read the 1988 Starman book featuring Will Payton. Written by Roger Stern with art by Tom Lyle, the two creators take a new character and place him in the southwestern United States and let him learn to be a hero. Find out what happens to Will Payton when he wakes up after a nap under the stars and finds out that he’s been dead for a month.  Intro and outro music by James Warren.  Written, edited, and produced by Jarrod  Follow us: twitch: Good Guess Work   Newsletter: Jarrod’s Back Issues   Twitter: Punch The Timeline  Twitter: Devin/Digital Robin

After 3 months, the Starman Supper Club has returned! Jarrod is joined by his Spectacular Timeline co-host Devin to review issue #2 of DC Comic’s Starman. Jack Knight has been knocked down, but he’s not giving up yet. (But he will continue to remind himself that he is not Starman.) This issue sees the iconic Starman costume being assembled, a villain alliance, and the foreshadowing of many storylines to come. All quotes from the book are written by James Robinson and are a copyright of DC Comics. Starman Supper Club is a no-frills podcast that serves as a book club for listeners to read along with Jarrod and see how their opinion compares to his.

Devin returns after a year, and you know what that means. It’s the first episode of Spectacular Timeline! Join Jarrod and Devin as they review the Teen Titans story "Then & Now" from Teen Titans (1996) #12-15. Written and pencilled by Dan Jurgens, with finished art by George Perez. (Rest In Peace to the legend.) This story has the new Titans group teaming up with former members Nightwing, Tempest, The Flash (Wally West), and Arsenal to solve a mystery years in the making? Is it a good read? Does it hold up to what Jarrod remembers from reading this at age 17? Join us and find out. Outro music by James Warren. Written, edited, and produced by Jarrod Follow us: twitch: Good Guess Work  Newsletter: Jarrod’s Back Issues  Twitter: Punch The Timeline Twitter: Devin/Digital Robin

Jarrod returns with the next issue of Starman. This issue sees Jack Knight finding his way back to his injured father as the city he loves burns. The issue also sees the introduction of several supporting cast members. All quotes from the book are written by James Robinson and are a copyright of DC Comics. Starman Supper Club is a no-frills podcast that serves as a book club for listeners to read along with Jarrod and see how their opinion compares to his.

Phil Urich is a down on his luck slacker that just found a super villain’s secret lair. What’s a 90’s kid to do? Naturally, he suits up and tries to find ways to score money and some luck with the ladies. Join Jarrod as he dives into Marvel’s 1995 Green Goblin solo book by Tom DeFalco and Scott McDaniel. Filled with guest appearances, company wide tie ins, and more Spiders and Goblins than you can shake a stick at, this book has it all.  Music by James Warren Written, edited, and produced by Jarrod.  Follow Punch The Timeline Network on Twitter.

Join Jarrod as he reviews every issue of the classic 1994 DC Comics book Starman. Written by James Robinson with art by Tony Harris, Starman follows the adventures of Jack Knight-the son of the original Starman Ted Knight-as he reluctantly becomes a hero to avenge his brother’s death. Issue number zero introduces us to the Knight family and their hometown of Opal City. Starman Supper Club is a no-frills podcast that serves as a book club for listeners to read along with Jarrod and see how their opinion compares to his.

Jarrod is back with a solo episode of Punch The Timeline! This episode features a review of 1992’s Justice Society of America. After 5 years in limbo, the JSA returns to a world that has moved on without them. Join the Golden Age Green Lantern, Flash, Hawkman, and many more as they readjust to superhero life and find their place in the world.  Music by James Warren Written, edited, and produced by Jarrod Follow Punch The Timeline Network on Twitter.

Join Jarrod as he brings you the origin of Christopher Smith aka Peacemaker and gives you an overview of all his Post Crisis appearances. Intro Music by James Warren Written, produced, and edited by Jarrod. Find us everywhere: Punch! Twitter: @timelinepunch Instagram: @punchthetimeline

Join Jarrod as he interviews writer and co-creator Ed Kuehnel about his book Invasion From Planet Wrestletopia. When disgruntled professional wrestler “Rock ‘n’ Roll” Rory Landell declares himself “galactic champion of the universe,” little does he know that he's sparked an intergalactic war with a planet of aliens for whom wrestling isn't just real, it's their way of life! Now Earth is paying the price—but can Rory get his act together in time to save us all?  Music by James Warren Social Media: Punch The Timeline Kickstarter: Invasion From Planet Wrestletopia

Jarrod is once again joined by Julie from The Behavior Source podcast as they discuss 1989’s The Sandman: Preludes and Nocturnes. Also in this episode, the fallout from the recent hail storms in Oklahoma, and find out if Jarrod can convince Julie to watch The Fast and The Furious. Once again, this episode is ad free!  Social Media: Punch The Timeline  Social Media: The Behavior Source Music by James Warren  This episode’s podcast spotlight is Nerd Crusade. Find them on all podcasting platforms and their social media pages here.

Jarrod welcomes special guest Julie from The Behavior Source Podcast to discuss recent comic book adaptations. Do you read the books first or do you follow Jarrod’s pattern of reading the material after watching the show? This episode’s podcast spotlight is Comic Book Keepers. Find them on all podcasting platforms and on social media @CBKcast. Enjoy this ad free episode and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts and Podchaser.

Jarrod flies solo with an episode discussing the release of the Superman & Batman: Generations Omnibus by John Byrne. Also, the thrill of the hunt for physical copies and Jarrod’s radio school days. This episode’s podcast spotlight is the Geek Peak Podcast. Find them on all podcasting platforms and at geekpeakpod.com

Recorded during the Oklahoma snowstorm in February, this episode contains Jarrod’s hot takes on Future State (again) and The CW’s Superman and Lois. The comic review this episode covers Starman #0 by James Robinson and Tony Harris. And finally, we Spin The Wheel to determine the subject of our next episode.

Conspiracy theories are real if you believe hard enough. This episode covers the first five issues of The Department of Truth. Prepare to have your mind blown. Up is down, down is up.

A quick episode about:  The time Jarrod gave away more than half of his comics a few years ago.  The story of why Jarrod’s LinkedIn page has a picture of him eating pie. The Not In Texas Productions story. Be like Devin and find out all the PTT inside jokes today. (This is a rare clean episode.)

In this episode we cover Hitman 1-7 by Garth Ennis and John McCrea. Join us as we review this crazy, violent, and downright fun book. Like Hitman, this episode is not recommended for all ages. F bombs galore. Enjoy!

We read the Future State books, so you don’t have to. Jarrod and Devin bring you the best and (mostly) worst parts of DC Comics latest stunt.

What if Superman’s spaceship crash landed in Russia? We take a look at Superman: Red Son by Mark Millar and Dave Johnson. Join Jarrod and Devin for a look at the seemingly never-ending battle between a Russian Superman and Lex Luthor.