A longtime casual comics fan and a couple of complete comics rookies try and make sense of just what the heck is going on in the world of Marvel, DC, and other comics publishers - books, TV, and movies.
Episode 294: Comics Chat - Author Erik Hale (All the Brittle Pieces)
Pilot of new format!I'm talking to author Erik Hale (All the Brittle Pieces) about his comics journey - his earliest reads, his first comic loves, and which comics have inspired his current work as an author. We're working through this format, and if people like it, we'd love to welcome more creators to discuss their current projects through the lens of the comic books that shaped their lives. You can contact us at:casualcomicsguy@gmail.comX - @casualcomicsguyBluesky - @casualcomicsguyLet us know what you think of the new format, and if you (or a creator you know) would like to appear on the show, send us a note.(NOTE: As this episode is a "test", AI was used for the VO/music in the intro and exit. If we continue the format, those will be re-done.)
26 Sept 2026
Episode 293: VisionQuest and Tom King's The Vision
Join Joe and Erik on the Casual Comics Cast as they dive into the world of synthozoids, artificial intelligence, and suburban tragedy! In this episode, we revisit Tom King’s acclaimed 2016 comic book series, The Vision. We explore its tragic themes, the complex dynamic of the Vision's self-created family (Virginia, Vin, and Viv), and how the story grapples with the human condition, identity, and the limitations of logic—including a breakdown of the fascinating P versus NP problem.Plus, the hosts share their expectations for the upcoming Marvel/Disney+ series Vision Quest, discuss the return of James Spader as Ultron, and reflect on the overarching themes of found family in the MCU.
5 Sept 2026
Episode 292: Summer Wrap-Up & Fall Preview
Casual Comics Cast: Summer Wrap-Up & Fall Preview!Joe and Erik are back after a busy summer to catch up on all things comics, movies, television, and gaming!In this episode, the guys dive into a rapid-fire review of the summer's biggest pop culture moments and discuss what they are looking forward to this fallSummer RecapThe State of Marvel and DC ComicsSpider-Man: Brand New Day: A recap of the latest Spidey filmLanterns on TV: Early thoughts on the first few episodes of the new series (no spoilers)X-Men '97 Season 2: A candid review of the latest seasonBatman: Knightfall: A look at DC's hyper-violent new three-part animated film, breaking down the comic-to-screen adaptation of BaneFall Previews: Speculation on Marvel’s upcoming Vision Quest series on Disney+ and Marvel Comics' brand-new, horror-fueled "Midnight Universe" publishing initiative coming in October, and Insomniac Games' upcoming Wolverine video game.
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