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The Short Box Podcast is one of the longest-running comic book podcasts out there. Hosted by Badr Milligan and a rotating cast of co-hosts and talented friends. The Short Box is home to HUNDREDS of unforgettable interviews with the best comic creators in the world, and weekly conversations with industry pros and other passionate fans. This show was made to entertain long-time comic collectors, as well as welcome new fans to the hobby. Sound like you? Then subscribe today!
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Sanford Greene joins the show to talk about his new Marvel comic: Doom #1, a passion project and love letter to Marvel's top super villain and monarch. Sanford also talks about the comic scene in the Carolinas, his early career, MF DOOM, co-writing with Jonathan Hickman, and what makes Dr. Doom one of the best characters of all time. He also gives an update on the return of Bitter Root!Watch the video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel (Here)Listen to this week's exclusive bo...
This episode was recorded LIVE from C2E2 2024, where The Short Box and The Oblivion Bar and First Issue Club recorded a LIVE podcast crossover episode celebrating the best comics of the year (so far). We also talked about creators on the rise, and what makes for a good first issue, and the best ways to get new people into comics. Watch the video version of this episode on our YouTube Channel (Here)Listen to this week's exclusive bonus episode, and get early-access to weekly shows before ...
1Join Badr for ten short interviews recorded at Gotham City Limit on Free Comic Book Day 2024. Meet the fans and the staff who were there, learn about the Jax comic scene, and hear what comics brought everyone out, and what titles everyone recommends as can't miss-reading!INTERVIEWS IN ORDER OF APPEARANCE:Jonathan Sanders aka "Friendly Neighborhood Jonathan"Bryan Cody: Co-Founder of Shattermare Comics - 05:13Ben Kingsbury: Owner of Gotham City Limit - 11:28Ron - 17:46Spencer - 20:33James &...
Ashton Greenwood is the official spokesperson of Free Comic Book Day, as well as a host on the PREVIEWSWORLD YouTube Channel, and a regular contributor to the PREVIEWS magazine. She joins Badr for Ep. 425 to talk about what goes into making FCBD happen every year, the FREE comics for up-for-grabs this year, and how to navigate Free Comic Book Day in style!Check out this year's Free Comic Book Day titles hereWatch the video version of this episode on YouTubeListen to this week's special bonus ...
David Pepose is a former crime reporter turned Ringo Award-winning comic book creator. He’s written on hit titles such as Punisher, Moon Knight, and Darth Vader: Black, White & Red. He's on the show this week to talk about his new Space Ghost comic series from Dynamite Entertainment ( which comes out May 1st, with superstar artist Jonathan Lau), the history of Space Ghost, carrying the torch after Alex Toth, Space Ghost Coast to Coast 30th Anniversary , life as a crime reporter, cre...
Here's a short preview of a bonus episode that was recorded earlier this month, with Badr, Chris, and Ed. The guys discuss the accusations against DC for the use of AI, and the growing and complicated presence of artificial intelligence in comics. We also discussed Daniel Warren Johnson's recent Extremity campaign, and the value of the Artist Edition, in the full episode. Check it out here And, if you'll be at C2E2 this month, join our live podcast show on Friday, April 26thEnjoy early-...
Maria Wolf Lopez (aka Maria the Wolf) is an up-and-coming and highly sought after cover artist for DC, Marvel, Image, BOOM Studios and more. She’s on the podcast for Ep. 423 to talk about the business of comics, how to sell yourself as an artist, working for Marvel, her five-year plan, the convention circuit, her favorite covers of all time, and Native American representation in comics.Watch the unedited/ extended video version of this podcast on YouTubeEnjoy early-access to weekly episodes b...
Ed is back! And so are The Comic Gents (Chris Hacker & Greg Licktieg), for Ep. 422, to talk about the best comics from the month of March, Steve Ditko's induction into the 2024 class of Disney Legends, X-Men '97, and the comics coming out in May that you don't want to miss! And, if you'll be at C2E2 this month, join our live podcast show on Friday, April 26th Watch the unedited video version of this week's show on YouTube Listen to this week's special bonus episode, and enjoy exclusive ea...
We time travel back to March 2018, for this month's Short Box Classic (originally released as Ep. 196). This episode marked the third installment of our Artist Spotlight series, and is all about the creator of the Dragon Ball franchise, Akira Toriyama! Press play and learn a couple of new and interesting tidbits about the manga icon and his legacy. Enjoy early-access to weekly episodes before anyone else, and bonus shows over on our Patreon channel (here)!SUPPORT THE SHOW: MERCH SALE! Ge...
This week's podcast was recorded live at Collective Con 2024! Comic pros: Mike Spicer (Wonder Woman: Dead Earth, Extremity, Transformers), Karl Moline (Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Route 666), and John Tyler Christopher (Avengers, Star Wars, Spider-Man) joined Badr for an honest conversation about what it's like working in the comic book industry as artists, the sacrifices, and rewards, and share their best advice for aspiring comic creators.Photo courtesy of KTorjussen PhotographyWatch the vide...
Highly acclaimed comic writer, Tom King, is on the podcast this week for Ep. 420 to talk about his new comic series, Helen of Wyndhorn, a new Gothic sword and sorcery epic from Darkhorse which reunites him with Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow artist, Bilquis Evely! (Issue #1 is in stores today!) Tom spares no detail talking about the new series, pulp comics and Jack Kirby, advice for new writers, and also takes some rapid fire questions from our Patrons about his writing process, Top 5 fav...
Multi-award winning comic letterer, Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou, is on the podcast for Ep. 419 to talk about his busy comics career at DC, Dark Horse, Image, and Dynamite, the importance of comics journalism, and gives a comprehensive break down of the comic lettering process and what it takes to be great at the craft Hassan is also the 2x Eisner-winning editor of the digital comic magazine PanelxPanel, the voice behind the seminal YouTube channel: Strip Panel Naked, and as of last year, a publishe...
Here's a short preview of a bonus episode recorded last week, with Badr and Cesar. The guys catch-up on life, talk about the mad genius that is Grant Morrison, and discussed what comic creators deserve a documentary Listen to the full thing (here), along with a ton of other bonus episodes and Patreon exclusives, when you join the Short Box Patreon Community!LINKS: Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try it out 7-days f...
Legendary comic writer Christopher Priest (Black Panther, Deathstroke, Superman: Lost) joins Badr and Cesar for Ep. 418 to celebrate the beginning of Vampirella's sixth decade in comics with the character's landmark issue #666 (in shops today), and talks in depth about his career, his iconic runs on Superman, Deathstroke, and Black Panther, interning for Marvel in the 70s, meeting Chadwick Boseman on set, and what fans can expect from his future offeringsWatch the uncut/ extended video versio...
Chris Hacker (The Oblivion Bar) and Greg Licktieg (First Issue Club) join Badr for Ep. 417 to catch-up on comic-con schedules, recent comic news and headlines, and talk about the new and upcoming comic books worth checking out Watch the uncut/ extended video version of this episode on YouTube, and check out this week's exclusive Patreon bonus episode to hear Pt. 2 of this episode LINKS: Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Tr...
Highly acclaimed comic writer and artist, Declan Shalvey, is on the show this week to celebrate the upcoming release of his new Thundercats series, coming out February 7th through Dynamite Entertainment! (preview pages from the first issue here) Declan describes his early years growing up in Ireland, finding comics and making a name for himself, landing a dream job at Marvel, how Moon Knight changed his life, the secret to eye-catching comic covers, his excitement for bringing Thundercats to ...
Tom Garcia (ComicTom) & Ryan Sargeant (Fire Guy Ryan), from the popular ComicTom101 YouTube Channel, join the show to talk about their first original comic series: Crashdown, which is out now! Tom and Ryan talk about what it was like working with Ben Templesmith, and WhatNot Publishing, to bring their horror sci-fi story to life, the lessons they learned along the way, life as a full-time comic YouTuber, and the sleeper comic books everyone should be reading Watch the uncut/ extended...
Here's a preview of a new series we just launched over on our Patreon: The EdCast! A series of bonus episodes hosted by our very own Edmund Dansart where he deep dives comic book and pop culture topics near and dear and to him. In this episode, Ed pays tribute to the late great comic legend: Keith Giffen. Ed provides a spotlight on the many characters he created and the titles he worked on throughout his respected career Hear the full thing (here), along with a ton of other bonus episodes and...
Recorded a few days before NYE, Ben Kingsbury, owner of the award-winning comic shop: Gotham City Limit, joins Badr to recap the year in comics. The two start by recapping their favorite comics, creative teams, surprise sleepers and breakout titles of 2023, and discuss what comics coming out in 2024 they're most excited for. Ben also breaks-down the shop's best-selling/ most pulled titles, and reflects on the lessons he's learned this year as a comic shop ownerWatch the unedited and extended ...
Badr and Kory Torjussen (The World is My Burrito podcast) discuss why Godzilla may be the best movie of the year, the history of Toho Studios and the Godzilla franchise, and discuss what the best Godzilla films of all time areShop our merch store and get 20% off your entire order by using the discount code: “YOO“TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS: Godzilla Minus One spoiler review starts - 06:12Favorite scenes and memorable moments - 29:22Godzilla Minus One sequel predictions - 01:01:27Top 3 Godzil...
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what can I say about the shortbox? I discovered the pod around 8 years ago and have been loving the evolution of the show. it is a perfect show for someone who is new to comics or just love learning the different aspects of the medium. Now about the crew. Badr may not be able to pronounce names, but he has come along in his interview skills, now able to talk to some big names in the industry or the underground scene. Ed knows his artists and knowledge of methods and is spot on giving shade to Badr. Ashely is the queen of the pod; quiet in the bg but can still deliver with the boys and willing to admit that she can throw some names around like they are in her rolodex. Cesar is a man of many voices, the geezer, old soul of infinite knowledge and the one who can give and take shit. Love the cast guys, keep it up and hopefully you won't get too big for your britches.
Excellent podcast if you like comics and humor. This group knows their stuff and each episode is unique and fun. Give them a listen!