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The Comic Conspiracy

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From the producers of The Geekbox comes The Comic Conspiracy, a podcast about all things good (and bad) in the four-color world of comics, hosted by Ryan Higgins, Brock Sager, Kevin Sharp, Toby Sidler, and friends. New episode every other Tuesday!

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Episode: The Comic Conspiracy: Episode 621
Nikki McCoy
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Hosts

Ryan Higgins
Host of The Comic Conspiracy; long-running central figure with a retailer perspective.
Brock Sager
Co-host on The Comic Conspiracy; known for retail insights and outspoken discussion.
Kevin Sharp
Co-host on The Comic Conspiracy; brings retailer/store experience and analysis.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 518 ratings
  • And now for the review…

    I’ve been listening for years and never got around to leaving a review, until now. Listening to this podcast is like hanging out with your friends at your local comic book shop. I feel like I know Ryan, Brock, Kevin, Toby, Laine aaaaand Charlie, and I still choose to listen! FYI — Laine, please fix or get a new mic because your mic level sucks! 😂.

    I hope to visit Ryan’s shop someday. My jam is Love & Rockets, DC, and indies, in general. I bought a CC t-shirt during the pandemic and when I pro... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NoHo_Chris_G
    United States2 months ago
  • 5 star show ya, ya, ya, ya ya

    Ya ya ya ya ya No yaya

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    John’n S
    United States9 months ago
  • 5 star show ya, ya, ya, ya ya

    When Toby laughs so hard he starts giggles🤣 it’s the greatest thing ever.

    I actually miss Bryce. Shameful as that may be.

    Thanks to all you guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luca 13rasi
    United States2 years ago
  • 5 star show ya, ya, ya, ya ya

    It’s worth listening to all the old podcasts. Fantastic

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luca 13rasi
    United States2 years ago
  • 5 star show ya, ya, ya, ya ya

    I like this show. Ya, ya, ya,ya, ya, ya ya. Ya, ya, ya……..ya. Toby’s right der

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Luca 13rasi
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Overall praise for the show's camaraderie and insider retailer perspective.
Some episodes attract criticism for political commentary or host dynamics, but fans stay for the community and long-running format.
Listeners value the mix of news, banter, and niche comics chatter.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#93
United States/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#167
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#194
Australia/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#69
Belgium/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#102
Sweden/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#122
Japan/Arts/Visual Arts

Talking Points

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The Comic Conspiracy: Episode 639
Q: Kevin, no spoilers, but you saw Superman today, correct?
It was a pretty firm thumbs down at first, but now I'm pretty much a thumbs in the middle.
The Comic Conspiracy: Episode 635
Q: Tell us how Free Comic Book Day was at your store.
It was really busy this year, we never had a dead moment.
The Comic Conspiracy: Episode 600
Q: Is continuity less important to most readers now?
A good story trumps continuity, and readers care more about the story that's in front of them at the moment.
The Comic Conspiracy: Episode 601
Q: Did you guys get any autographs or anything special?
The hosts mentioned various autographs they collected, highlighting their interactions with notable guests.
The Comic Conspiracy: Episode 601
Q: How are you guys feeling about it now that we're a year, now that we're another year in?
Kevin expressed that the show’s growth was evident, with different strengths and weaknesses compared to last year.

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A lively, retailer- and fan-driven discussion about comics, conventions, and the broader market surrounding superhero storytelling. Episodes frequently cover industry moves at major publishers, convention culture, collectable markets, and cross-media tie-ins, with a blend of humor, shop-floor perspective, and candid banter among regular hosts. The show often mixes critique of corporate strategies with retailer experiences and a strong retailer/collector community ethos, making it valuable for listeners who want both market context and in-the-weeds hobby insight. A notable strength is the long-running ensemble dynamic and direct shop-floor viewpoints that shape its take on comics culture, events, and distribution trends.

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