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  Episode 1766 - NYCC: Lily Kim Qian! 16.10.2026 28min

  New York Comic Con just happened and we're here to tell you all about it! Jimmy and Producer Joe got 11 interviews w/ the likes of David Dastmalchian, Azie Tesfai, Jenna Cha, Yi Yang, Chloe Brailsford, Lily Kim Qian, Corinne Halbert, AJ O. Mason, Jeffrey Brown, Patrick Horvath and Chip Mosher/David Steinberger. Jimmy also did a KPop Demon Hunters Press room w/ Rich Ting and Neckwav (singing voice of "Abby"). You'll hear those interviews over the next few weeks. In this episode, you'll hear Jimmy's chat with Lily Kim Qian. They talk about her wonderful debut graphic memoir UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN, her work as a book designer, doing art for an opera festival and more!
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  Episode 1765 - NYCC: David Dastmalchian! 14.10.2026 18min

  New York Comic Con just happened and we're here to tell you all about it! Jimmy and Producer Joe got 11 interviews w/ the likes of David Dastmalchian, Azie Tesfai, Jenna Cha, Yi Yang, Chloe Brailsford, Lily Kim Qian, Corinne Halbert, AJ O. Mason, Jeffrey Brown, Patrick Horvath and Chip Mosher/David Steinberger. Jimmy also did a KPop Demon Hunters Press room w/ Rich Ting and Neckwav (singing voice of "Abby"). You'll hear those interviews over the next few weeks. In this episode, you'll hear Jimmy's talk w/ actor/writer/producer David Dastmalchian. They chat about his new comics he's written, upcoming film projects, his YouTube show he hosts while in a coffin and more!
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  Episode 1764 - NYCC: Recap w/ Kasey Iris/Richard Mercado/AJ O. Mason! 13.10.2026 26min

  New York Comic Con just happened and we're here to tell you all about it! Jimmy gives his recap. He and Producer Joe got 11 interviews w/ the likes of David Dastmalchian, Azie Tesfai, Jenna Cha, Yi Yang, Chloe Brailsford, Lily Kim Qian, Corinne Halbert, AJ O. Mason, Jeffrey Brown, Patrick Horvath and Chip Mosher/David Steinberger. Jimmy also did a KPop Demon Hunters Press room w/ Rich Ting and Neckwav (singing voice of "Abby"). You'll hear those interviews over the next few weeks. In ths episode you'll hear how he also bribed cartoonists Kasey Iris, Richard Mercado and AJ O.Mason w/ Korean BBQ and KPop and gets them to give their thoughts on the show overall post-dinner. It was Kasey's first time as well. Will she return? Hear them break it all down for you!
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  Episode 1763 - More Multiple Top 3 Recs! 07.10.2026 17min

  Top 3 Picks: Ann Droid, Mobland, A Shop For Killers, Filipinana, Jo Koy: Blue in the Face, Taylor Tomlinson: Prodigal Daughter, Lucy Darling, Old Metal Lunchbox YouTube channel Jimmy is still catching up on things and gives you some recommendations from TV to film! As always, let us know if you have anything you'd like us to check out. Meanwhile, go consume these awesome picks!
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  Episode 1762 - NYCC: Sofia Warren! 07.10.2026 42min

  New York Comic Con schedules can be maddening. Jimmy had planned to interview Sofia Warren there but schedules conflicted. Since they both live in NYC, they decided to meet up for a pre-NYCC interview. They discuss her new book FILM NERDS, inspirations from her own life, film study, teaching, iambic pentameter and more. A delightful chat!
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  Episode 1761 - NYCC: Preview w/ Chris D'Lando (ReedPop Event Director)! 05.10.2026 50min

  New York Comic Con is this week and Jimmy and Producer Joe are not ready! To help get things together, they invite Chris D'lando back to talk it all through. He's the ReedPop Event Director and knows all the answers, ins and outs, nooks and crannies, etc. Chris talks about what's new, gives advice for first time con-goers, the importance of comics, AI policy, food options and more. Jimmy and Producer Joe also give their own tips on how to make the show fun and special during your time there. Are YOU ready?
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  Episode 1760 - A Packed Review Special! 03.10.2026 23min

  Comic Reviews: Acid Nun, Comet Club, Film Nerds, The He-Man Effect: How American Toymakers Sold You Your Childhood, Momo, Until We Meet Again, Zorn's Lemma TV/FILM Reviews: Dang!, LEGO One Piece, LEGO Star Wars: The Mandalorian, Stranger Things: Tales From '85 s2, Stuart Fails to Save the Universe season finale, Hope Jimmy is once again way behind on reviewing things. So he packs it in with comics and TV/film doing some quick fire reviews. (Some quicker than others). Did you read/watch any of them? What did you think? 
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  Episode 1759 - Forgotten Island! 02.10.2026 30min

  As a proud Filipino, Jimmy decided to do a special on the new animated film FORGOTTEN ISLAND from Dreamworks. It's a love letter to Filipinos all over. Set in The Philippines w/ Filipino characters, mythological creatures, food, family, jeepneys, lechon and more. The creatives and cast are also predominantly Filipino. Yet still enjoyable to all! Jimmy saw it twice and shares his thoughts on it. After his second viewing, he and his Filipina pal Melanie discussed the film as well. He also asked other Filipino friends to send in their thoughts. Thanks to Edward, Kasey and Reggie. Reggie was also part of the ADR group who did background voices in the film. GO CELEBRATE FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH AND SEE THIS FILM! 
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  Episode 1758 - SPX: Natalie Norris! 01.10.2026 31min

  Jimmy attended Small Press Expo (SPX) on the weekend of September 12-13th. A fantastic small press comics show held in Bethesda, MD each year. He got 10 interviews there with: Rachael Smith, Rumi Hara, Kasey Iris, Jennifer Hayden, Natalie Norris, Robin Ha, CK Gormally, Sarah Becan, Mike Dawson and Brian "Box" Brown. Go back over the past few weeks to hear all of those interviews. In this final SPX episode, you'll hear Natalie Norris. They chat about her new mini-comics, Rocky Horror Picture Show, art tools and more.
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  Episode 1757 - SPX: Rumi Hara! 30.09.2026 23min

  Jimmy attended Small Press Expo (SPX) on the weekend of September 12-13th. A fantastic small press comics show held in Bethesda, MD each year. He got 10 interviews there with: Rachael Smith, Rumi Hara, Kasey Iris, Jennifer Hayden, Natalie Norris, Robin Ha, CK Gormally, Sarah Becan, Mike Dawson and Brian "Box" Brown. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of those interviews. In this episode, you'll hear Rumi Hara. They chat about her new mini-comics, previous work, living in Japan, teaching and more.
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  Episode 1756 - SPX: Brian "Box" Brown! 29.09.2026 48min

  Jimmy attended Small Press Expo (SPX) on the weekend of September 12-13th. A fantastic small press comics show held in Bethesda, MD each year. He got 10 interviews there with: Rachael Smith, Rumi Hara, Kasey Iris, Jennifer Hayden, Natalie Norris, Robin Ha, CK Gormally, Sarah Becan, Mike Dawson and Brian "Box" Brown. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of those interviews. In this episode, you'll hear Brian "Box" Brown. They chat about his new book FOREVR, previous work, fave toys/toons, working with Marc Maron and more.
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  Episode 1755 - SPX: Jennifer Hayden! 28.09.2026 34min

  Jimmy attended Small Press Expo (SPX) on the weekend of September 12-13th. A fantastic small press comics show held in Bethesda, MD each year. He got 10 interviews there with: Rachael Smith, Rumi Hara, Kasey Iris, Jennifer Hayden, Natalie Norris, Robin Ha, CK Gormally, Sarah Becan, Mike Dawson and Brian "Box" Brown. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of those interviews. In this episode, you'll hear Jennifer Hayden. They chat about her new book WHERE THERE'S SMOKE, THERE'S DINNER: CONFESSIONS OF A CARTOONIST COOK, Fred Astaire, a trip to Copenhagen and more.
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  Episode 1754 - SPX: Mike Dawson! 26.09.2026 57min

  Jimmy attended Small Press Expo (SPX) on the weekend of September 12-13th. A fantastic small press comics show held in Bethesda, MD each year. He got 10 interviews there with: Rachael Smith, Rumi Hara, Kasey Iris, Jennifer Hayden, Natalie Norris, Robin Ha, CK Gormally, Sarah Becan, Mike Dawson and Brian "Box" Brown. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of those interviews. In this episode, you'll hear Mike Dawson. They chat about his new book THE HIDDEN DOMINION OF GEORDIE JAMES, podcasting, inspirations from kids and more.
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  Episode 1753 - SPX: Robin Ha! 24.09.2026 25min

  Jimmy attended Small Press Expo (SPX) on the weekend of September 12-13th. A fantastic small press comics show held in Bethesda, MD each year. He got 10 interviews there with: Rachael Smith, Rumi Hara, Kasey Iris, Jennifer Hayden, Natalie Norris, Robin Ha, CK Gormally, Sarah Becan, Mike Dawson and Brian "Box" Brown. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of those interviews. In this episode, you'll hear Robin Ha. They chat about her new book INSTANT NOODLES AND BEYOND: A COMIC BOOK WITH RECIPES FOR SOUPED-UP RAMEN, MAC & CHEESE, AND MORE, fave noodle meals, upcoming projects and more.
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  Episode 1752 - SPX: Sarah Becan! 23.09.2026 46min

  Jimmy attended Small Press Expo (SPX) on the weekend of September 12-13th. A fantastic small press comics show held in Bethesda, MD each year. He got 10 interviews there with: Rachael Smith, Rumi Hara, Kasey Iris, Jennifer Hayden, Natalie Norris, Robin Ha, CK Gormally, Sarah Becan, Mike Dawson and Brian "Box" Brown. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of those interviews. In this episode, you'll hear Sarah Becan. They chat about her book LET'S MAKE COCKTAILS, fave drinks, Pokemon and more.
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  Episode 1751 - John Cusack! 21.09.2026 1h 7min

  Jimmy had the absolute honor to interview the legendary John Cusack! Cusack wrote a fantastic new graphic novel called MOMO. Set in 1972, it's a wild road-trip full of satire, criminals, conspiracies, aliens, the supernatural, a French silent film star, Howard Johnson's, explosions, laudanum, Jackie Gleason and more! Yeah, wild! Jimmy and John talk about the book, some of the real life characters, how true the story is, his chemistry w/ the book's artist Ignacio Noe, growing up as a Gen Xer, a silly fan interaction, how he feels about that Peter Gabriel song, his next graphic novel w/ Noe and beyond. Jimmy also pitches a genius idea for a GROSSE POINT BLANK sequel. An utterly delightful and fun chat! Many thanks again to Cusack for taking the time. 
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  Episode 1750 - SPX: CK Gormally! 18.09.2026 25min

  Jimmy attended Small Press Expo (SPX) on the weekend of September 12-13th. A fantastic small press comics show held in Bethesda, MD each year. He got 10 interviews there with: Rachael Smith, Rumi Hara, Kasey Iris, Jennifer Hayden, Natalie Norris, Robin Ha, CK Gormally, Sarah Becan, Mike Dawson and Brian "Box" Brown. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of those interviews. In this episode, you'll hear CK Gormally. They chat about their book EVERYTHING IS FINE, I'LL JUST WORK HARDER: CONFESSIONS OF A FORMER BADASS, being a biology professor, nerding out on research and more. 
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  Episode 1749 - SPX: Kasey Iris! 17.09.2026 43min

  Jimmy attended Small Press Expo (SPX) on the weekend of September 12-13th. A fantastic small press comics show held in Bethesda, MD each year. He got 10 interviews there with: Rachael Smith, Rumi Hara, Kasey Iris, Jennifer Hayden, Natalie Norris, Robin Ha, CK Gormally, Sarah Becan, Mike Dawson and Brian "Box" Brown. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of those interviews. You'll hear Jimmy's new friend Kasey Iris in this episode. She talks about her debut graphic novel GHOUL, her beginnings in art, fave Filipino foods, K-pop and more!
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  Episode 1748 - Small Press Expo (SPX): Recap! Interview w/ Rachael Smith! 15.09.2026 53min

  Jimmy attended Small Press Expo (SPX) on the weekend of September 12-13th. A fantastic small press comics show held in Bethesda, MD each year. He got 10 interviews there with: Rachael Smith, Rumi Hara, Kasey Iris, Jennifer Hayden, Natalie Norris, Robin Ha, CK Gormally, Sarah Becan, Mike Dawson and Brian "Box" Brown. Come back over the next few weeks to hear all of those interviews. You'll hear Jimmy's old pal Rachael Smith in this episode along with Jimmy's recap of the show.
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  Episode 1747 - Small Press Expo Preview! 07.09.2026 20min

  Reviews: Nap Comix: Comics About Surviving the First Year of Parenthood by Rachael Smith, Bury Me Already (It's Nice Down Here): Comics on Pregnancy and Parenthood by Julia Wert​z, Ghoul by Kasey Iri​s, Let's Make Cocktails: A Comic Book Cocktail Book by Sarah Beca​n, Where There's Smoke, There's Dinner: Confessions of a Cartoonist Cook by Jennifer Hayden, Instant Noodles & Beyond: A Comic Book w/ Recipes for Souped-Up Ramen, Mac & Cheese, and More by Robin Ha, The Hidden Dominion of Geordie James by​ Mike Dawson, Everything Is Fin​e, I'll Just Work Harder: Confessions of a Former Badass by Cara (CK) Gormall​y​, Forevr by Box Brown Jimmy gives a preview of his plans for Small Press Expo this weekend in Bethesda, MD. He's got 10-15 interviews lined up including all of the cartoonists of the books in this week's reviews. SPX always has a great array of terrific talent, excellent exhibitors, pleasing panels, cool cartoonists, awesome awards and more. Go check it out if you're in the area. Come back over the next few weeks to check out all of the interviews!