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Word Balloon Comics Podcast

John Siuntres
Star Trek
DC Comics
Starfleet Academy
The Love Boat
Marvel Comics
Batman
Superman
Kingdom Come
Marvel
Daredevil
Comic Books
IDW Publishing
Comics
Powers
Alex Ross
Klingons
Graphic Novels
Comics Industry
Boxing
Comic Creation

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

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Latest Episodes

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Plus, Bill Bixby pre-Hulk in a weir... more

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Recent Guests

Eliot S. Maggin
One of the best-known Superman writers of the Bronze Age and beyond
DC Comics, Author
Episode: The Secrets Of Lex Luthor By Eliot S! Maggin
Jacob Edgar
Comic artist and collaborator on The Ones and Rocketeer
Independent/IDW
Episode: Jacob Edgar Talks Rocketeer and The Ones
Jimmy Palmiotti
Comic creator, writer and artist
Episode: The Punisher and DC Westerns With Jimmy Palmiotti
Mike Reis
Simpsons writer, co-creator of The Critic, author of Bad Trips
Writer/Author
Episode: Simpsons TV Tales and Bad Trips Mike Reis
Jonah Weiland
Founder of Comic Book Resources (CBR)
Comic Book Resources (CBR)
Episode: The Origin Of CBR With Jonah Weiland
Tim Seely
Seely brother, comic book artist
Seely brothers
Episode: MOTU Talk with Tim and Steve Seely
Steve Seely
Seely brother, comic book artist
Seely brothers
Episode: MOTU Talk with Tim and Steve Seely
Brian Hurtt
Comic artist and co-creator of Fort Psycho
Oni Press
Episode: Brian Hurtt Talks Fort Psycho Hard Time and More
Rod Reis
Comic book artist and colorist turned interior artist, artwork for DC/Marvel
DC/Marvel/Elseworlds
Episode: Supergirl Marvel and More W Rod Reis

Host

John Siuntres
Host of Word Balloon, Chicago pop culture expert

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 672 ratings
  • The ads.

    This would be a wonderful show for comic book enthusiasts but the ad breaks make this annoying and unlistenable. The host or guest will be in the middle of a sentence and an ad for AI helping your business will randomly start. As a podcast creator myself I cannot personally imagine polluting my show that I work so hard on with ads to such a degree, both the careless placement and the unbelievable frequency.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jordan Reviews Podcasts
    United States5 months ago
  • Wish I could give him 5 stars.

    So sad that John and Mark Waid spent the first few minutes of their interview comparing the Trump administration to Waid’s excellent Empire series from a few years ago. A world in which the bad guys won. Give me a break. Your TDS is out of control. It’s nice to have a president that enforces the laws and puts America first. I am certainly going to continue to enjoy the next three years.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    vgamer
    United States5 months ago
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    I had found certain parts of this "Word Balloon Comics Podcast" to had been vulgar (or profane), unnecessary, unprofessional, negative, and detrimental (especially toward certain parts of it I had found to had been interesting and enjoyable).

    Apple Podcasts
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    (Mario500)
    United States6 months ago
  • Best comic interview podcast around!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    SlamAdams
    a year 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 Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise deep-dive interviews with legendary creators and the show's long-form format.
Fans appreciate archival insights and cross-media discussions, though opinions vary on interview dynamics.
Some listeners critique ad breaks and pacing in newer episodes.

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#11
Indonesia/TV & Film
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#79
Hong Kong/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#81
United Arab Emirates/TV & Film
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#94
Chile/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#145
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#182
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Secrets Of Lex Luthor By Eliot S! Maggin
Q: What inspired your Lex Corp project and its narrative approach?
Maggin explains that Lex Corp allows him to tell Lex Luthor's story from a first-person perspective, portraying him as the most brilliant person on the planet, and to explore his philosophy and aspirations separate from Superman. He emphasizes the desire to present a nuanced villain with depth.
DaVinci Remixed With Richard Ashley Hamilton
Q: Would Leonardo DaVinci have been a fan of comics if he were alive today?
Yes, Richard believes DaVinci would likely be a fan of comics because sketchbooks and visual storytelling align with his love of combining pictures and words to convey ideas.
Civil War and Other Marvel Hits from Christos Gage
Q: Will Namor appear in Civil War Unmasked, particularly in the Cap issue?
No Namor appears in the Civil War Unmasked issues; he remains neutral for most of the event and only aligns at the end, so there was not an opportunity for a Namor-centered inclusion.
Deathstroke and Feral with Tony Fleecs
Q: Did DC say these are the characters they want, or did you pitch Deathstroke and they used Next Level to launch it?
DC picked a slate of A-, B-, and C-list characters for Next Level; Tony pitched Deathstroke and they tapped him to lead the long-form run, using Next Level as a platform to tell a fresh, creator-driven story rather than a full relaunch.
Supergirl Marvel and More W Rod Reis
Q: Do you think you'll see the Supergirl project released around the movie launch weekend?
I think so, yes; the plan is to tie the release to the film's first weekend to maximize attention.

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A long-running long-form interview series centered on comics, film, television, novels, and animation. Guests range from legendary comic creators and editors to actors and academics, with episodes often examining craft, publishing, adaptation, and the industry's history. Notable threads include deep-dives into classic character development, behind-the-scenes storytelling decisions, and the evolution of creator-owned projects, along with live performances, stage pieces, and cross-media promotion. The show frequently highlights archival perspectives, design and art direction, and the passion of fans, making it a valuable listen for professionals seeking insider context, industry trends, or inspiration for collaboration and sponsorship opportu... more

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3. Jimmy Palmiotti
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7. Steve Seely
8. Brian Hurtt

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