I Read Comic Books
Mike RapinA podcast for comic book fans, hosted by Mike Rapin. IRCB features a rotating, 2-person panel of diverse comic book experts discussing what they’re reading with a comic book specific topic every week. New episodes every Wednesday.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 565 | Founded | 12 years ago |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureAnimation & MangaArtsVisual Arts | |||
Listen to this Podcast
Latest Episodes
Mike, Nick, and Brian each discuss a comic from the 2026 Eisner nominees for the IRCB Reading Challenge, Nick’s Apple TV+ subscription, and what influence the Eisners has on their reading habits.
Check out the 2026 IRCB Reading Challenge:
• Goodre... more
Mike and Danny are joined by Zack Kaplan to talk comics they've been reading, Zack's bravery(?), color use in comics, Mike's obsession with conspiracy comics, and more (including some of Zack's upcoming comics!)
Follow Zack online:
• www.i... more
Mike and Nick welcome author Julio Anta to the show to talk about his upcoming series Beast of Borikén as well as what they’ve been reading lately. Topics discussed include the chupacabra, kaiju promotional material, Blink 182, and much, much more.
more
Mike and Paul are joined by Henry Barajas and Rachel Merrill to talk comics--old manga, Judge Dredd, and web comic/animator cool guy Alex Krokus--but more importantly: Henry and Rachel's latest comic Death To Pachuco from Image Comics!
Find Death To... more
Key Facts
Similar Podcasts
People also subscribe to these shows.
Recent Guests
Hosts
Reviews
Great show! These guys are dedicated and entertaining. They cover a wide variety of comics too!
Podcast Addict54 years agopetestathis- A comics Podcast Unlike anything out there
I have been listening for quite a while now. Do you know what the best thing about this Podcast is? That no matter what combination of Hosts is on the episode, the quality is top notch For the past year I discovered and listened to the podcast until I got current, and it has been an amazing experience. The passion for comics that the hosts have is contagious (and I love comics already) I recommend this to anyone trying to learn about all aspects of comics, from creations, to collecting, reviewin... more
Apple Podcasts5Eckospider
United States5 years ago Wow! This show is great for listeners who love comics. The panelists have a deep knowledge which is beyond impressive. I am thoroughly engaged each week and I love learning about books I may never have picked up otherwise. The manga recommendations are superb. Please listen, rate and subscribe. And follow them on Twitter to interact each week about the books on YOUR pull list!
Podchaser55 years agoBob Erlenback- Best Comic Podcast Out There!
This has been my favorite comic podcast to listen to! The hosts are knowledgeable and helpful, and they all bring a diverse array of different comics/manga to the show. Cheers!
Apple Podcasts5T-weaveUnited States6 years ago - Comics Plus
This is the most varied comic podcast you’re going to find. From chats about weekly releases to big questions about the nature of reality. Do yourself a favour and listen.
Apple Podcasts5Domwithalyttled
United Kingdom6 years ago
Listeners Say
Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.
Chart Rankings
How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.
Apple Podcasts | #118 |  United Arab Emirates/Arts/Visual Arts |
Talking Points
Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.
Audience Metrics
Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.
| Listeners per Episode | |
|---|---|
| Gender Skew | |
| Location | |
| Interests | |
| Professions | |
| Age Range | |
| Household Income | |
| Social Media Reach |
Frequently Asked Questions About I Read Comic Books
What is I Read Comic Books about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A lively, busily varied discussion centered on comics, with rotating two-person panels and frequent guests who bring deep knowledge about indie projects, creator-owned work, and genre crossovers. Episodes frequently cover ongoing reads, Kickstarter campaigns, and the economics of publishing, while also celebrating community and reader-adjacent topics like conventions, reading challenges, and recommendations. A standout throughline is a strong affection for indie and creator-owned comics, paired with thoughtful analysis of craft, pacing, and design across a wide spectrum of publishers and formats.
Where can I find podcast stats for I Read Comic Books?
Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for I Read Comic Books. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to I Read Comic Books and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.
How many listeners does I Read Comic Books get?
Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for I Read Comic Books, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.
What are the audience demographics for I Read Comic Books?
Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for I Read Comic Books, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.
How many subscribers and views does I Read Comic Books have?
To see how many followers or subscribers I Read Comic Books has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.
Which podcasts are similar to I Read Comic Books?
These podcasts share a similar audience with I Read Comic Books:
1. Comic Book Club
2. Off the Rack Reviews
3. The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart
4. The Bill Simmons Podcast
5. Bad Friends
How many episodes of I Read Comic Books are there?
I Read Comic Books launched 12 years ago and published 565 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
How do I contact I Read Comic Books?
Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.
Where can I see ratings and reviews for I Read Comic Books?
Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for I Read Comic Books from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.
View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.
How do I access podcast episode transcripts for I Read Comic Books?
Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of I Read Comic Books. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.
What guests have appeared on I Read Comic Books?
Recent guests on I Read Comic Books include:
1. Zach Kaplan
2. Julio Anta
3. Henry Barajas
4. Rachel Merrill
5. Gabe Cheng
6. Matt Rosenberg
7. Kyle Starks
8. Daniel Martinez
To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.