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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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Latest Episodes

Jimmy attended the Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art (MoCCA) Festival last weekend right here in New York City. He interviewed Jesse Mechanic about his recent book THE LAST TIME WE SPOKE: A STORY OF LOSS. How did losing his mother when he was 14 shape ... more

Jimmy attended the Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art (MoCCA) Festival over the weekend right here in New York City. He interviewed Morgan Boecher about his new book CHICKEN HEART. Is it loosely based on real life? Has the portrayal of transgender peopl... more

Jimmy and Producer Joe attended the Museum of Comic and Cartoon Art (MoCCA) Festival over the weekend right here in New York City. Jimmy gives his recap of the whole thing including the set up, location, crowd, exhibitors, interviews and more. Produc... more

It's our 1700th episode! Jimmy and Producer Joe chat about upcoming conventions (MoCCA Fest, KICx, etc), fave cartoonists/comics/TV/film over the years, K-Pop Demon Hunters at the Oscars, what's next and more!

They also had friend Chris Sheridan on... more

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Recent Guests

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!
Peter Hoey
Graphic novelist and collaborator
Hoey duo (The Shadower)
Episode: Episode 1701 - MoCCA Fest Recap! Interview w/ Maria & Peter Hoey!
Caitlin Du
Cartoonist and indie comics creator
Abrams Comic Arts; Street Noise Books (involvement mentioned)
Episode: Episode 1699 - MoCCA Preview! Interview w/ Caitlin Du!
Avery Kaplan
Eisner Award-winning features editor at Comic Speed, Trek reviewer
Comic Speed, Star Trek.com
Episode: Episode 1696 - CNI is the Goat!
David Monteith
Co-host of Geek Syndicate, reviews Wonder Man
Geek Syndicate
Episode: Episode 1693 - Back to the Nitty-Gritty!
Heidi MacDonald
Editor-in-Chief at The Beat
The Beat
Episode: Episode 1687 - Best of 2025!
Emma Vieceli
Cartoonist, musician, and writer based in Rome
Episode: Episode 1682 - Getting Musical w/ Emma Vieceli!
Marc Ellerby
Comic artist known for his work on the Rick and Morty series.
Episode: Episode 1681 - Thought Bubble Festival: Marc Ellerby!

Host

Jimmy Aquino
Primary host of a long‑running comics/entertainment podcast with deep industry ties and a reputation for energetic interviews and reviews.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 120 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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mandykaps
    United States2 years ago
  • One of the very best!

    One of the most friendly, consistent, committed, and well researched comic podcasts around.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bad@Geography
    United Kingdom8 years ago
  • Leaving a 5 star review

    Nothing but LOVE!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vichus Smith
    United States8 years ago
  • Takdir cinta

    Lagu

    Apple Podcasts
    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MarcusQ
    United Kingdom10 years ago

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Episode 1702 - MoCCA Fest: Morgan Boecher!
Q: Did you have a theater background, and how did that influence your comics work?
Booth discusses his background in theater and marketing at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, highlighting how storytelling, screen-like marketing, and visual design inform his approach to comics and making the work accessible and engaging.
Episode 1702 - MoCCA Fest: Morgan Boecher!
Q: What is Chicken Heart about, and where did the idea come from?
Chicken Heart follows a closeted trans stand-up who attends a funeral for his aunt and confronts his own identity, with the title inspired by a moment of clarity during the character's journey and by real-life influences around trans spaces.
Episode 1699 - MoCCA Preview! Interview w/ Caitlin Du!
Q: What do you have planned at MoCCA?
I'll be tabling with Yuki Lee at Table 32, featuring Mecha Cat along with new comics, prints, and some enamel pins, plus I'm doing a Carousel panel reading.
Episode 1681 - Thought Bubble Festival: Marc Ellerby!
Q: Can you tell us about Ricklemania?
Marc described it as a wrestling comic funneled through the lens of Rick and Morty.
Episode 1681 - Thought Bubble Festival: Marc Ellerby!
Q: How did they find you? Did you submit or are they just like...
Marc mentioned he did a book with Only beforehand and was approached via an email to work on Rick and Morty.

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A lively, weekly show centered on comics, animation, sci‑fi and pop culture, blending reviews, industry news, and interviews with creators and critics. Episodes frequently cover a mix of mainstream titles and indie or under-the-radar work, along with film and TV discussions, convention updates, and guest insights that reflect deep connections across the comics and entertainment worlds. Noteworthy traits include a Toc-like cadence of quick reviews, candid banter, and a strong interview slate that leverages long-standing industry connections to surface timely perspectives and first‑hand anecdotes for fans and potential sponsors alike.

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1. Jesse Mechanic
2. Morgan Boecher
3. Peter Hoey
4. Caitlin Du
5. Avery Kaplan
6. David Monteith
7. Heidi MacDonald
8. Emma Vieceli

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