Best Chris Claremont Podcasts (2024)

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EP 132: From Couture to Catastrophe – Writer Murewa Ayodele on the Goddess’s New Path 1:03:02

3h ago1:03:02

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This week, we’re thrilled to be joined by the mastermind himself, Murewa Ayodele, writer of Marvel’s newest Storm series! Together, we break down all the drama, power moves, and high-flying moments from issue #1, where Ororo Munroe’s solo story takes center stage.Here’s what’s brewing in this stormy session: ⚡ A Fashion Tempest: Ororo’s wardrobe ev…

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NYCC '24: Cliff Chiang, Jason Aaron, Juan Ferreyra, and Patrick Horvath 1:50:05

1h ago1:50:05

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Two weeks later, we're still recovering from New York Comic Con 2024. This may have been our third year attending, but we've never experienced a comic convention quite like this one, and it may take a few more months before we've actually processed everything that happened. A major factor differentiating this event from any that came before was our…

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Bonus EP: The Uncanny Experience: Legends, Laughter & Love from Sophomore Year 1:09:03

19m ago1:09:03

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We’re taking you back to Xavier Institute for a whirlwind recap of The Uncanny Experience: Sophomore Year with special guests, Tiffie Starchild, Stefania Sassano (newly crowned House Hellfire Queen!), Old Fashioned Nerd, Omega-ticket holder Tyler Green Pope-Harris, and cosplay guest Michelle Waffle-Otero. Listen in as we swap stories about the most…

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Michael Allred, The Monkees, and Marvel (with Special Guest Star Laura Allred) 1:16:21

5d ago1:16:21

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It doesn't take long to recognize pop culture's influence on the work of Michael Allred. Whether we're talking Madman, X-Statix, or Silver Surfer, his comics radiate his passion for music, art, and life. Some references are easy to spot, a few a little trickier, and others impossible unless you know the man personally. For us, his comics mostly equ…

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Bonus EP: Agatha All Along: Xtopher, Chandilar, and the Halloween HeX-perience! 27:56

7d ago27:56

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It's a haunted Halloween special like no other! X-Reads has been hexed! Under Agatha Harkness' dark spell, Chris and Chandler are transformed into... Xtopher and Chandilar, the hosts of X-Watch! In this eerie bonus episode, they tackle X-Men: Evolution's "The HeX Factor" where Scarlet Witch makes her explosive debut, with Agatha pulling the magical…

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Kelley Jones and Matt Wagner on Dracula: The Brides 1:05:17

13d ago1:05:17

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Dracula permeates everything. Before we're five years old, we know his story. It's baked into the cultural imagination. However, if you were to hold that story up to the light, you'd immediately notice a lot of holes. In Bram Stoker's iconic work, Dracula appears less frequently than you would think, and his backstory is referenced in short bursts …

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EP 131: Martha Marion (X-Men 97’s Emma Frost) Scandalous Affairs and a Murder in the Mansion! 47:20

14d ago47:20

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This week on X-Reads, we’re rolling out the diamond carpet for the incredible Martha Marion, the voice of Emma Frost in X-Men '97 and Fortnite! Together, we dissect the DRAMA (and we mean DRAMA) of New X-Men #139 — an issue where psychic warfare gets personal, fiery, and oh-so-deadly. Jean Grey isn’t just mad—she’s Phoenix-level furious, confrontin…

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Ben Clarkson and Matt Bors on Justice Warriors: Vote Harder 1:18:08

20d ago1:18:08

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Hey, you. Stop doom scrolling. You've landed where you belong. Ben Clarkson and Matt Bors return to Comic Book Couples Counseling with another Justice Warriors book, Vote Harder. And they're back just when we need them most, weeks away from a critical, very American election. As in the best romantic comedies, Swamp Cop and Officer Schitt are torn a…

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On Agatha All Along's Big Reveal and NYCC Expectations 48:45

16d ago48:45

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Let's discuss Agatha All Along and NYCC!By Dayspring

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Tiffany Babb on The Comics Courier 59:41

19d ago59:41

59:41

In this article, the top ten reasons why reading comics criticism will increase your sex drive. Yeah, that's right, we need your clicks! We live in an apocalypse where thoughtful online comics criticism decreases in value every minute. However, you know comics criticism is essential to the industry's ecosystem and community because you're an intell…

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Interview with Lenore Zann, Rogue from X-Men '97, on Her New Memoir: A Rogue's Tale! 1:16:37

21d ago1:16:37

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Lenore Zann on her memoir A ROGUE'S TALE! A powerful and fearless look at her like. From growing up in Australia to being sexually assaulted as a young actor to overcoming addiction to auditioning for the X-Men! This is a book you do not want to miss!By Dayspring

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Full-Spoilers: Nick Dragotta on Absolute Batman 1:01:29

21d ago1:01:29

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It's been a trip to get to this moment. Since we saw Nick Dragotta's design for Absolute Batman, an intense anticipation took hold of us. However, if you think it's been a long journey from our Batman AF introduction at San Diego Comic-Con, it's been an even longer and more thoughtful one for Dragotta and his collaborator Scott Snyder. They've nood…

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17 Minutes and 43 Seconds with Chris Claremont 39:37

24d ago39:37

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This week's episode is a full-circle moment. We began our podcast five years ago, discussing the romantic entanglements between Scott Summers and Jean Grey as depicted in The Dark Phoenix Saga. Now, we're honored, and in a bit of disbelief, to welcome writer Chris Claremont onto the show. His contributions to the medium have been some of the most s…

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EXCLUSIVE: Interview with Beau DeMayo, X-Men '97 Showrunner 1:08:33

24d ago1:08:33

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A Power of X-Men exclusive. We sit down with X-Men '97 showrunner Beau DeMayo to discuss the origins of the critically acclaimed revival, his original vision for the series, his passion for the X-Men, and the behind the scenes allegations.By Dayspring

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Patrick McDonnell on Mutts and the Guard Dog Story 49:15

1M ago49:15

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If you think comic books and their audience resist continuity changes, you must consider the death grip comic strips have on their characters. Charlie Brown was never allowed to kick the football and was also denied a wardrobe. His life sentence was that yellow shirt. Mutts cartoonist Patrick McDonnell accepts the pressures of his medium and believ…

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Batman: City of Madness - The Ultimate Christian Ward Interview 1:17:55

1M ago1:17:55

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Racing on the heels of Batman Day, we celebrate eighty-five years of the Caped Crusader by finally digging into one of our recent favorite Dark Knight stories, Batman: City of Madness by Christian Ward. Technically, this is our third conversation with Ward about this particular story, but it's the first one where we can dig into it page-by-page, go…

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Jeph Loeb Interview on His Exit from X-Men, X-Force, and the Chaos of Ultimatum [Part 2] 54:07

1M ago54:07

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In Part 2 of our exclusive interview with Jeph Loeb, the legendary Marvel writer delves into his exit from X-Men, and the impact of his controversial event series Ultimatum. Jeph opens up about the creative differences that led to his departure, the fan reactions to his work, and the lasting legacy of Ultimatum and Scarlet Witch's role.…

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Interview with Jeph Loeb on the Creation of Nate Grey and Age of Apocalypse! [Part 1] 48:18

1M ago48:18

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We sit down with the legendary Jeph Loeb, celebrated writer behind some of the most iconic X-stories and former Head of Marvel Television. Jeph takes us deep into the creation of favorite character ever...Nate Grey! We discuss Nate's creation, the Age of Apocalypse, and the behind-the-scenes surrounding his contentious relationship with then-X-edit…

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REVIEW and BREAKDOWN: Dazzler # 1 as well as our X-Men Airbnb Experience! 59:39

1M ago59:39

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We discuss Dazzler #1 by Jason Loo Rafael Loureiro as well as our expiernece at the X-Mansion Airbnb!By Dayspring

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Agatha All Along: First Impressions! 46:46

1M ago46:46

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Dayspring's brother, NightFall returns to the podcast to discuss AGATHA ALL ALONG!By Dayspring

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Scott Snyder on Absolute Batman 1:34:57

2M ago1:34:57

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The instant the internet glimpsed Nick Dragotta's bold, BIG design for Absolute Batman, it lost its mind. Since the initial San Diego Comic-Con reveal, emotions have intensified around it, and the fan art has flowed like a dam burst. The first issue is still weeks away, but Final Order Cutoff is here (TODAY!), and Scott Snyder joins the podcast to …

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Alex Ross and Steve Darnall on Uncle Sam 1:13:38

2M ago1:13:38

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Sneak into any comic book geek's home, and you'll probably find copies of Marvels and Kingdom Come. What about Uncle Sam, though? The series hit shops in 1997 from DC's Vertigo label, and it sparked provocative thought from those who read it, but for whatever reason, it did not resonate as soundly within the direct market crowd as Alex Ross' more r…

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BREAKDOWN: Exceptional X-Men #1 Review! 1:09:31

2M ago1:09:31

1:09:31

Marvel Legends Crystal and Lockjaw go on pre-order, and we review Exceptional X-Men #1!By Dayspring

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Daniel Warren Johnson and Riley Rossmo on The Moon Is Following Us 1:26:04

2M ago1:26:04

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When cartoonists like Daniel Warren Johnson and Riley Rossmo come together, the rest of us better take notice. The Moon Is Following Us drops its first issue on September 18th, and it's a jam comic with a fierce narrative engine and an even more assertive take-notice paint job. Set within the waking and sleeping worlds, Johnson handles the former w…

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Heather Antos and Ryan North on Star Trek: Lower Decks 55:39

2M ago55:39

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We did it. We've completed our San Diego Comic-Con coverage. Twelve podcasts in August. Too much? Maybe, but no regrets, and there is no better way to wrap up our Comic-Con celebrations than with Star Trek group editor Heather Antos and superstar writer Ryan North discussing Star Trek: Lower Decks and its new mission at IDW Publishing. Since its st…

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EP 130: Endgame in the Stars: The Epic Last Stand of the X-Men! 1:13:03

2M ago1:13:03

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In this pulse-pounding episode, we dissect the explosive finale of X-Men: The End - Book Three: Men & X-Men #6! The end is here, and it’s as epic as it gets—Cassandra Nova is reborn as Phoenix, and her reign of terror knows no bounds. With the Shi’ar sun on the brink of supernova, it's up to the X-Men to make their final stand. Heroes fall, allianc…

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Interview: X-Men Writer Jed Mackay! 56:38

2M ago56:38

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We sit down with X-Men writer Jed MacKay to discuss his X-Men run: from a rumored Cyclops series to upcoming crossovers, we discuss it all!By Dayspring

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Pornsak Pichetshote and Terry Dodson on The Manchurian 1:00:55

2M ago1:00:55

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Hey, don't tell us. We'll tell you. The suits who bankroll the industry think they know what we want to read. They have no idea. Marginalizing voices is an active pursuit where financial concerns are frequently used as an excuse. The Horizon Experiment has faith in us, placing its future in our wallets, betting we'll support originality in genres g…

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INTERVIEW: Scott Lobdell's Behind the Scenes Stories on Age of Apocalypse, Generation X, the Legacy Virus, and More! 1:27:12

2M ago1:27:12

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An unforgettable episode as legendary X-Men writer Scott Lobdell returns to the podcast! Dive deep into the creation of one of the most iconic versions of Wolverine in the classic Age of Apocalypse saga. Hear Scott’s behind-the-scenes stories on the emotional and impactful death of Illyana Rasputin due to the Legacy Virus and how that moment shaped…

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JP Ahonen on Belzebubs 46:39

2M ago46:39

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Once upon a time, cartoonist JP Ahonen fell out of love with his art. He'd reached a wall. It was burnout. He'd lost the joy found in creation. Then, he just started to doodle, and an Inktober project became a runaway success. Belzebubs, the saga of a black metal family, significantly inspired by Calvin and Hobbes, sprung from his brain, and there …

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James Tynion IV and The Tiny Onion Empire 40:59

2M ago40:59

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In a few short years, James Tynion IV has become a beacon within comics. When you walk into a shop, you don't have to look long before you stumble upon one of his comics. He's seemingly everywhere, spreading beyond the four color realm, and no matter the title he's attached to, it's worth a perusal. Back in July, at San Diego Comic-Con, we sat down…

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Interview with Dazzler Writer, Jason Loo! 55:32

2M ago55:32

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X-Men writer Jason Loo discusses his upcoming Dazzler series, and gives us some exclusive details! Follow us on @powerofxmen on Instagram!By Dayspring

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RANT and SPOILERS: Phoenix #2 by Stephanie Phillips! Jean Grey in Space! 38:18

3M ago38:18

38:18

Let's get into the details of Phoenix #2! We crazy Jean stans have feels!By Dayspring

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Mark Waid and Mariko Tamaki on Batman, Superman, and Supergirl 52:49

3M ago52:49

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At this year's San Diego Comic-Con, the family was at the forefront of DC creators' minds. We couldn't escape the topic when discussing superheroics. Plus, we've been pretty anxious on the podcast, contemplating the ramifications of city saviors placing their loved ones above the citizens of Gotham City and Metropolis. Does the person on the street…

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LEAKS & RUMORS: X-Men '97 Marvel Legends 2025 55:24

2M ago55:24

55:24

Another week, another round of Marvel Legends rumors in 2025!By Dayspring

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Ram V on Jack Kirby and The New Gods 51:54

3M ago51:54

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This year's San Diego Comic-Con brought a lot of news. Possibly the most surprising and easily the most exciting was DC's announcement that The New Gods were coming back to comic shops and that their latest saga would be steered by writer Ram V and artist Evan Cagle. While these characters loom large over the DC universe, they've rarely carried a s…

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SPOILERS and REVIEW: X-Factor #1 by Mark Russell and Bob Quinn 51:49

3M ago51:49

51:49

Dayspring and Flinkman breakdown X-Factor #1!By Dayspring

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Full Spoilers: Juni Ba on TMNT: Nightwatcher 1 58:52

3M ago58:52

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Last year, cartoonist Juni Ba had an epic Fall, releasing multiple all-timers in one month. We had him on the show and told him the output would be difficult to top in 2024, and he humbly said he had a few projects already lined up and would do his best. With The Boy Wonder about to wrap and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Nightwatcher #1 hitting sta…

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MOST WANTED MARVEL LEGENDS: X-MEN 1:24:03

3M ago1:24:03

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We polled the familia! And here are the most wanted Marvel Legends listeners voted on!By Dayspring

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DC All In with Joshua Williamson, Tom King, and Daniel Sampere 57:36

3M ago57:36

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In October, DC asks its creators and readers to go All In regarding a new status quo. No matter their history with these characters or their knowledge of them, readers can pick up any single issue on the stands, begin a new adventure, and easily comprehend the event and its possibilities. It starts with The All In Special, released on October 2nd, …

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Joey Esposito and Sean Von Gorman on The Pedestrian 1:00:57

3M ago1:00:57

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As San Diego Comic-Con began its last day, we met with Joey Esposito and Sean Von Gorman in the Hilton lobby to thoroughly discuss their brand-new superhero, The Pedestrian. Just when you dismiss the genre's ability to create or support a new spandex character, architects like Esposito and Von Gorman come around to rejuvenate the space with an absu…

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REVIEW: Uncanny X-Men #1 by Gail Simone and David Marquez! 1:11:54

3M ago1:11:54

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Hang on, cause we got major feels on Uncanny X-Men #1 by Gail Simone and David Marquez!By Dayspring

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EP 129: Snikt! Wolversteve on the Deadpool & Wolverine Movie + How Wolverine Get His Adamantium Back 1:07:23

3M ago1:07:23

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Get ready for a berserker barrage of an episode as we welcome Wolversteve, the UK's ultimate Wolverine aficionado! This week, we claw our way through the Deadpool and Wolverine movie, spilling the beans on jaw-dropping cameos and mind-blowing character variants. Wolversteve shares tales of his most cherished collectible and his unforgettable advent…

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Wes Craig on Kaya 1:22:15

3M ago1:22:15

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We're mostly unpacked from San Diego Comic-Con, and we begin this week's podcast by discussing the show's big highlight. No, it's not RDJ as Doctor Doom. After working through the con highs and lows, we invite cartoonist Wes Craig into our Zoom room for the first time so we can thoroughly investigate his all-ages epic, Kaya. In an era where publish…

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Full Spoilers: Jason Aaron on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 1 1:00:15

3M ago1:00:15

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Hopefully, you've had some time with Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1 by Jason Aaron and Joëlle Jones. The record-breaking comic seemingly found its way into everyone's pullbox last week. Despite San Diego Comic-Con taking over much of the discourse, the IDW Publishing relaunch snatched tremendous attention and fueled equal excitement. As promised, …

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Interview with Content Creator Luis Rivache! 52:26

3M ago52:26

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We interview model and cosplayer Luis Rivache!By Dayspring

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San Diego Comic-Con: Gail Simone on Misty 36:15

3M ago36:15

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Reporting live from San Diego Comic-Con, we're chatting with Gail Simone about everything she has going on at the moment, including the incredible Misty 2024 Special from Rebellion Publishing. When editors first approached her with the project, she'd never read the previous British series. However, after a few issues, Simone was hooked and saw her …