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Word Balloon Comics Podcast

John Siuntres
Star Trek
Madame Web
Spider-Verse
Blue Beetle
Sony
Marvel
Star Trek: the Original Series
Mel Blanc
Classic Movies
Jaime Reyes
Sidney Sweeney
Animation
Warner Brothers
John Wayne
TV Shows
Keith Giffen
Ted Kord
Comic Book Writing
Dan Garrett
Discovery

1 on 1 interview show featuring the creative minds behind Comics TV Film Novels & Animation. Hosted by Chicago Pop Culture expert, John Siuntres

PublishesDailyEpisodes1000Founded19 years ago
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Latest Episodes

In this in-depth conversation, writer and franchise caretaker Andrew E.C. Gaska joins John Siuntres to discuss his work revitalizing three of science fiction’s most enduring universes — Planet of the Apes, Buck Rogers, and Space: 1999.

Gaska talks a... more

In this 2018 Word Balloon conversation, comedian, writer, and producer Dana Gould joins John Siuntres for a deep dive into his creative journey adapting Rod Serling’s original Planet of the Apes screenplay into a graphic novel for BOOM! Studios. Goul... more

Allison give a writers room perspective on the failing of strange new worlds

In this in-depth conversation, legendary painter and storyteller Alex Ross takes listeners behind the curtain of some of his most ambitious and thought-provoking projects across DC, Marvel, and Dynamite.

Ross begins with the haunting Batman: Black a... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Gaska
Author known for his work on the Planet of the Apes and other sci-fi novels.
Archaea
Episode: Andrew E.C. Gaska on Apes, Buck Rogers & Space: 1999
Dana Gould
Comedian, writer, and host of The Dana Gould Hour
Episode: Dana Gould on Rod Serling, Apes, and the Art of Dark Comedy
Allison Baker
Television producer and comic book industry professional known for her work on Winona Earp
Monkey Brain Publishing
Episode: Star Trek Khan ep 5 review with Allison Baker
Jim Zub
Comic book writer known for his work on Conan and other series
Titan Comics
Episode: Jim Zub Conan 25 pt 2
Larry Young
Trek podcaster and comic book creator
Dork Court
Episode: Is Star Trek Khan Canon
John Ostrander
Comic book writer known for his work on Suicide Squad, Grimjack, and Star Wars
Episode: Untold Stories of John Ostrander Suicide Squad Grimjack Star Wars
Alan Burnett
Animation Producer and Writer, known for his work on Batman: The Animated Series
Episode: Inside Batman: The Animated Series with Alan Burnett
Glen Weldon
NPR reporter and author of 'The Caped Crusade'
NPR
Episode: Batman Day Special: Glen Weldon Unmasks The Caped Crusade
Mark Pracht
Fantastic playwright based in Chicago who has written comic book history plays.
markpracht.com
Episode: The League Asks Me Anything pt 2

Host

John Siuntres
Host of a series featuring one-on-one interviews with influential figures in comics, TV, film, and animation, with a focus on storytelling and creativity.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 652 ratings
  • Best comic interview podcast around!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    SlamAdams
    6 months ago
  • Ugh. Disappointment

    Well…I’ve gone from loving this show, to being a patreon supporter, to not supporting and unfollowing the show.

    John has become a disgruntled old man that thinks he knows about modern culture. He refers to himself as “hip.” Not true. He argues with his “friends” about how they talk over him, but all he does is talk over them and get on his soapbox and name drops comic titans. He shares the same stories about how he feels about certain topics on multiple shows, my favorite was when everyone stop... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Robin3td
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Comics podcast.

    I’ve been listening to this podcast for over a year and every interview is interesting.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AugustBorn
    United Statesa year ago
  • Legendary.

    Been a listener for many years! Loved so many of the conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xlifecoachx
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love word balloon

    I have listened to WB since 2007 I think and it is the best comic interview podcast out there. John is great at directing the conversation, asking interesting questions and just letting the comic creators really talk and shine. I read the new birds of prey because of his Kelly Thompson interview. Good stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sirot34
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Overall, there is a strong sense of loyalty and admiration for the host's ability to connect with guests and highlight the storytelling process behind comics, drawing positive comparisons with other media platforms.
Some feedback indicates frustration with recurring themes and moments of distraction during interviews, suggesting that there's room for improvement in maintaining focus and flow throughout episodes.
Listeners appreciate the depth and engagement of interviews, describing them as informative and entertaining while expressing a strong affinity for the blend of humor and insight that characterizes the discussions.

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Apple Podcasts
#33
Chile/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#136
Hong Kong/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#171
Singapore/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#190
Israel/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Inside the Mind of Alex Ross: Heroes, Legends, and Legacy
Q: What do you think of Chris Nolan's and what Heath Ledger was able to do with the character?
Alex mentions he greatly enjoyed their take, acknowledging the mean, clever nature of the Joker portrayed by Ledger.
Inside the Mind of Alex Ross: Heroes, Legends, and Legacy
Q: Can you describe the story without spoiling?
Alex explains the Joker's character, emphasizing that he sees him as a cruel man rather than insane, wanting to debunk classical interpretations.
Dracula Batman, Deadman Kelley Jones and Matt Wagne
Q: Did you look at other adaptations for inspiration?
I researched various adaptations and the original texts to inform our interpretation while ensuring fidelity to the original novel.
Dracula Batman, Deadman Kelley Jones and Matt Wagne
Q: Are we getting into Dracula's head as far as his strategy?
Yes, we are exploring what Dracula is doing in London and how he adapts to the urban environment, as well as showing his schemes.
Word Balloon / Bendis Discord Book Club: 100 Bullets Vol. 1
Q: How do you decide how much backstory to include for a large cast of characters over a long series?
You follow your gut on what you're comfortable revealing and know that if the story is good, readers will want to stick around for more.

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Recent guests on Word Balloon Comics Podcast include:

1. Andrew Gaska
2. Dana Gould
3. Allison Baker
4. Jim Zub
5. Larry Young
6. John Ostrander
7. Alan Burnett
8. Glen Weldon

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