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The podcast for everything comic book, animation, sci-fi and pop culture. Hosted by Jimmy Aquino & a rotating panel of co-hosts, CNI is your weekly dose of industry news, reviews and interviews. Past guests include: Stan Lee, John Romita, Sr., Jerry Robinson, Brian K. Vaughan, Ed Brubaker, Matt Fraction, John Cassaday, Paul Pope, Darwyne Cooke, JM Dematteis, Steve Niles, Garth Ennis, Steve Rude, K... more

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	1728	Founded	21 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	NewsAnimation & MangaEntertainment NewsLeisure

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Episode 1725 - Heroes Con: John Lucas!

Jimmy attended Heroes Con the weekend of June 12-14. It's one of the best comic book conventions around where comic books are the star! The con is fun, comfortable, family friendly, stacked with talent and more. Shelton, Karla and the whole crew work... more

3 Jul 2026 • 28 min

Episode 1724 - Heroes Con: Bridgit Connell!

1 Jul 2026 • 56 min

Episode 1723 - Heroes Con: Mike Maihack!

29 Jun 2026 • 27 min

Episode 1722 - Heroes Con: Monica Gallagher!

26 Jun 2026 • 29 min

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Recent Guests

Mico Suayan

Comic book artist known for cover and interior work for DC and Marvel; Filipino artist

Independent; worked with Marvel, DC, Valiant

Episode: Episode 1720 - Heroes Con: Mico Suayan!

Pornsak Pichetshote

Comic writer/editor; creator of Absolute Green Arrow and The Good Asian

Absolute Green Arrow, The Good Asian

Episode: Episode 1718 - Heroes Con: Pornsak Pichetshote!

Sam Sattin

Author, writer for Unico series

Scholastic

Episode: Episode 1712 - Sam Sattin!

Suejee Lee

Artist and publisher, founder of First Hold (Rizograf Project)

First Hold / Rizograf Project

Episode: Episode 1709 - KICx: Suejee Lee!

Dean Haspiel

Comic artist and creator of Antimatter and Real Life Comics

Cosmic Lion Productions / Real Life Comics

Episode: Episode 1707 - KICx: Dean Haspiel!

Roxenne Contreras

Local artist and zine creator at Kingston Independent Comic Expo (KICX)

KICX / Roxenne Contreras

Episode: Episode 1706 - KICx: Roxenne Contreras!

Brenden Fletcher

Cartoonist and writer, guest on the episode

DC Comics (Gotham Academy), various projects

Episode: Episode 1705 - Kingston Independent Comic Expo (KICx) Recap! Interview w/ Brenden Fletcher!

Jesse Mechanic

Cartoonist and author of The Last Time We Spoke; graphic memoir creator

Street Noise Books

Episode: Episode 1703 - MoCCA Fest: Jesse Mechanic!

Morgan Boecher

Cartoonist and author of Chicken Heart (Street Noise Books)

Street Noise Books

Episode: Episode 1702 - MoCCA Fest: Morgan Boecher!

Hosts

Jimmy Aquino

Co-host and primary host of a long-running comics/entertainment podcast with insider access to creators and industry events.

Joe Gonzalez

Producer and co-host involved in interviews, show logistics, and production coordination.

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4.6 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings

Nerd Curious
I love that this show brings everyone in with their infectious love of this genre: I learn a lot and laugh a lot!
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5
Mandykaps
United States2 years ago
One of the very best!
One of the most friendly, consistent, committed, and well researched comic podcasts around.
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5
Bad@Geography
United Kingdom8 years ago
Leaving a 5 star review
Nothing but LOVE!
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5
Vichus Smith
United States8 years ago
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Lagu
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5
Nike ardilla
Indonesia10 years ago
Brilliant podcast focusing on Comics and Pop Culture
Fantastic podcast hosted by Jimmy Aquino. Fast paced and great for quick weekly overview. Great for commute!
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United Kingdom10 years ago

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Apple Podcasts	#196	United Kingdom/News/Entertainment News
Apple Podcasts	#82	South Korea/News/Entertainment News
Apple Podcasts	#86	Philippines/News/Entertainment News
Apple Podcasts	#101	Poland/News/Entertainment News
Apple Podcasts	#136	Finland/News/Entertainment News
Apple Podcasts	#143	Singapore/News/Entertainment News

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Episode 1718 - Heroes Con: Pornsak Pichetshote!

Q: How did The Good Asian come about?

The Good Asian grew from a desire to depict the Asian American experience through a Chinatown Noir lens, informed by the Chinese Exclusion Act era and real historical figures, and developed after years of pursuing editorial avenues before writing.

Episode 1718 - Heroes Con: Pornsak Pichetshote!

Q: How's that moving along? Can you talk about it?

I can't really talk about that in detail, but there is movement toward a sequel and ongoing discussions about the project, even though specifics are slow to come.

Episode 1720 - Heroes Con: Mico Suayan!

Q: What was your first professional work in comics?

My first professional work came through a smaller indie scene, digital webbing, where I posted samples and landed a first job after editors saw my DeviantArt submissions; Marvel came later after a mentor introduced me to editors and I secured a Marvel opportunity.

Episode 1720 - Heroes Con: Mico Suayan!

Q: When did you start drawing at a really young age?

I started very early, drawing from prep school and getting interested after copying cartoons I loved; I was influenced by classic Western heroes and later found my own detailed, darker style through a mix of influences including anime and Western art.

Episode 1706 - KICx: Roxenne Contreras!

Q: What does representation mean to you in your work?

Roxenne describes representation as validating diverse identities and experiences, especially for the Latin community, and sees comics as a medium to tell those stories with authenticity and personal connection.

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Recent guests on Comic News Insider include:

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2. Pornsak Pichetshote
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4. Suejee Lee
5. Dean Haspiel
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