Comic Talk Cafe
Arts
Leisure
Jonathan Towry
"Comic Talk Cafe" is the perfect blend of comics and caffeine, offering a warm and welcoming podcast experience for comic book enthusiasts and casual readers alike. Jonathan and Rachel Towry's charming chemistry, coupled with their knowledge and enthusiasm for the medium, ensures a delightful and engaging podcast journey. So, grab your favorite comic, brew a fresh cup of coffee (or other favorite beverage), and join the conversation at "Comic Talk Cafe" for a stimulating and entertaining experience like no other.
Total 39 episodes
1
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #12:“Absolutely All In”
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #12:“Absolutely All In”
Review of DC All In Special: An Intriguing Soft Reset  In this episode, Jonathan from Comic Talk Cafe reviews the 'DC All In Special', a comic linked to DC's Absolute line comparable to Marvel's Ultimate line. He explains the aftermath of 'Absolute Power', with heroes realizing their mistake of disbanding the Justice League. Jonathan describes the unique dual-cover feature of the comic and discusses characters and plots, including the Justice League's use of boom tubes, and a surprising twist with Darkseid merging with the Specter. He praises the comic's artwork and discusses some confusion about the Absolute and DC lines, suggesting DC could clarify the distinctions better. Overall, he finds the special a promising introduction to the new storyline. 00:00 Introduction to DC All In Special 00:32 Overview of Absolute Power 01:08 Comic Book Details and Artwork 02:10 Plot and Key Events 05:37 Darkseid's Perspective 08:03 Final Thoughts and Conclusion
09:3130/10/2024
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #11 "Reviving Nostalgia: A Review of Biker Mice from Mars #1"
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #11 "Reviving Nostalgia: A Review of Biker Mice from Mars #1"
Biker Mice from Mars #1 Comic Review: Nostalgic Revival In this episode of Comic Talk Cafe, Jonathan reviews the first issue of the 'Biker Mice from Mars' comic series. He provides a brief history of the franchise, highlighting its 90s animated series and toy line. Jonathan praises the new comic for its high-quality art, mature storyline, and the effective reimagining of the classic characters. He compares it favorably to other releases in the Nacelleverse and expresses anticipation for the upcoming issues, including Sektaris and Power Lords. Jonathan concludes by recommending the comic for its nostalgic yet well-crafted appeal. 00:00 Introduction and Nostalgia 00:58 The Nacelleverse and Comic Revival 01:33 Story and Art Review 02:21 Plot Summary and Cliffhanger 03:36 Art Style and Final Thoughts 04:43 Comparisons and Future Issues
06:1712/09/2024
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #10: "Ultraman X Avengers #1: Bringing Worlds Together"
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #10: "Ultraman X Avengers #1: Bringing Worlds Together"
Review of Ultraman X Avengers #1: A Marvel Comics Crossover In this episode, Jonathan reviews 'Ultraman X Avengers #1' published by Marvel Comics. Written by Kyle Higgins and Matt Groom, with art by Francisco Mena, the 40-page issue features a crossover where Miles Morales' Spider-Man and the Avengers end up in the Ultraman universe. Jonathan highlights the vibrant art, engaging storyline, and amusing character interactions. He also notes connections to previous Marvel Ultraman series and speculates on potential future crossovers. Fans of Ultraman and crossovers will enjoy this entertaining comic.  00:00 Introduction and Overview 00:38 First Impressions and Cover Art 00:59 Plot Summary and Key Events 02:34 Character Dynamics and Humor 03:03 Art and Visuals 03:30 Series Connection and Continuity 04:38 Final Thoughts and Recommendations
04:5726/08/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #10 "Absolute Power, Superman Adventures, and Batman’s Dinosaur Island"
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #10 "Absolute Power, Superman Adventures, and Batman’s Dinosaur Island"
Comic Reviews: My Adventures with Superman, Batman and Robin, Absolute Power In this episode, Jonathan and Rachel discuss their recent comic book reads: 'My Adventures with Superman #3', which features Superman in early stages dealing with government troubles and his android friend Amazo; 'Batman and Robin #12', involving the dynamic duo on Dinosaur Island with intense flashbacks focusing on Robin's emotions towards Bane; and 'Absolute Power #1', a significant DC event where superheroes face a new threat led by Amanda Waller, exploring themes of AI and government control. Each comic is thoroughly reviewed for its plot, artwork, and overall impact. 00:00 Introduction and Hosts 00:27 My Adventures with Superman #3 Review 06:13 Batman and Robin #12 Review 11:23 Absolute Power #1 Review 21:12 Conclusion and Sign-Off
21:2425/08/2024
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #9: "Journey with Jonathan: Reviewing the New Johnny Quest Comic"
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #9: "Journey with Jonathan: Reviewing the New Johnny Quest Comic"
Johnny Quest #1 (Dynamite Publishing) - Comic Review by Jonathan Join Jonathan as he dives into a nostalgic review of Johnny Quest number one from Dynamite Publishing. Written by Joe Casey and brought to life with art by Sebastian Piriz, this issue reimagines the classic Johnny Quest series with a fresh twist involving time travel. Jonathan, a long-time fan of the original series and the 80s Comico comics, explores the plot's homage to its roots, the dynamic artwork, and the effective use of modern color techniques. Tune in to hear his thoughts and critiques as he looks forward to future issues and reminisces about the beloved Johnny Quest adventures. Note: Transcript is auto generated. 00:00 Introduction and Background 00:24 Nostalgia and Personal Connection 01:09 Excitement for the New Series 01:50 Storyline and Time Travel 02:34 Art and Critique 03:18 Color and Final Thoughts 04:11 Conclusion
04:1921/08/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #9: “The Uncanny Factor Fantastic”
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #9: “The Uncanny Factor Fantastic”
In this Episode, Jonathan and Logan review Uncanny X-Men #1 and X-Factor #1. Then Jonathan and Rachel catch up with Marvel's first Family in Fantastic Four #18-20. There are light spoilers in the show but we try to keep them to minimum. 
28:0216/08/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #8: "The Bat, the cape, and the Future"
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #8: "The Bat, the cape, and the Future"
Jonathan, Rachel, and Logan review My Adventures With Superman, Annihilation 2099, and Batman and Robin.
24:3908/08/2024
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #8 "Marvel and DC books shipping in September"
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #8 "Marvel and DC books shipping in September"
Jonathan talks about his picks for Marvel and DC books shipping in September.
09:0008/08/2024
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #7 "Marvel Previews June for Aug"
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #7 "Marvel Previews June for Aug"
Jonathan Talks about the Marvel books coming out in Aug.
08:0030/06/2024
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #6 "DC Connect June for Aug"
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #6 "DC Connect June for Aug"
Jonathan Talks about some of the DC books coming out in Aug.
06:1728/06/2024
Comic Talk Cafe #7: "Heroes Con 2024"
Comic Talk Cafe #7: "Heroes Con 2024"
Jonathan, Rachel, and Logan talk about their experiences at this year's Heroes Con.
19:3122/06/2024
Comic Talk Cafe #6 "Free Comic Book Day 2024"
Comic Talk Cafe #6 "Free Comic Book Day 2024"
Jonathan, Rachel, and Logan highlight some of the books from FCBD 2024!
23:2119/06/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #14 "Grandpa Kaiju"
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #14 "Grandpa Kaiju"
Jonathan reviews  Godzilla: 70th Anniversary 
08:2419/06/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #15 "Absolutely Interesting"
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #15 "Absolutely Interesting"
Jonathan reviews the Absolute Power Special Edition (FCBD)
06:5319/06/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Mini #16 "TMNT FCBD 2024"
Comic Talk Cafe Mini #16 "TMNT FCBD 2024"
Jonathan reviews the TNMT free comic book day 2024 offering, Nightwatcher!
03:5419/06/2024
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #5 "Dc connect May for July"
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #5 "Dc connect May for July"
Jonathan covers the DC books shipping in July 2024
04:1029/05/2024
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #4 "Marvel Previews May for July"
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #4 "Marvel Previews May for July"
Jonathan goes over his picks for the Marvel comics coming out in July.
08:5522/05/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #13 "A King's Journey"
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #13 "A King's Journey"
Jonathan Reviews Ultimate Black Panther Issues 2 and 3
11:3416/05/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #12 "Revisiting the Past"
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #12 "Revisiting the Past"
Jonathan reviews X-Men '97 Issues 1 and 2
07:0109/05/2024
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #3 "Grootfall"
Comic Talk Cafe One Shot #3 "Grootfall"
Logan reviews the Guardians of the Galaxy story arc, "Grootfall"
12:1113/03/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #11 "A Cabin in the Woods"
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #11 "A Cabin in the Woods"
Jonathan and Rachel review Batman and Robin 2024 Annual 
07:4721/02/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #10: "Ultimate Wakanda"
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #10: "Ultimate Wakanda"
Jonathan and Rachel review Ultimate Black Panther #1
07:0119/02/2024
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #9 "Family Matters"
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #9 "Family Matters"
Jonathan and Rachel do a quick review of Fantastic Four #16
06:2815/02/2024
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #8 "On Target"
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #8 "On Target"
A quick review of Green Arrow #8
06:5011/02/2024
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #7: "Breaking the 4th Wall"
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #7: "Breaking the 4th Wall"
A quick review of  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Saturday Morning Adventures #8
04:1507/02/2024
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #6: "What's on Your Mind?"
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #6: "What's on Your Mind?"
A quick review of Fantasic Four #15
07:5129/01/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #4: "Groo Saves the Planet".
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #4: "Groo Saves the Planet".
Quick review of Groo in the Wild
06:0018/01/2024
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #5: "Bearded Spider"
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #5: "Bearded Spider"
Quick review of Ultimate Spider-Man #1
05:3418/01/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #3: "Ultimate Possibilities"
Comic Talk Cafe Mini Issue #3: "Ultimate Possibilities"
A quick review of the Ultimate Universe one shot
06:1204/01/2024
CTC Mini #2: "Godzilla Minus One"
CTC Mini #2: "Godzilla Minus One"
A quick review of Godzilla Minus One
05:0304/01/2024
Comic Talk Cafe Issue# 5 "We're Number One!"
Comic Talk Cafe Issue# 5 "We're Number One!"
Welcome! In this episode, Jonathan and Rachel talk all about some recent number one issues! Comics Reviewed in this episode. Bat-Man and Robin #1 Firefly: The Fall Guys #1 Sensational She-Hulk #1 Flash #1 Captian Marvel #1 Ms. Marvel: The New Mutant #1
23:2811/12/2023
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #1 “Till All Are One”
Comic Talk Cafe: Mini Issue #1 “Till All Are One”
Trying out mini episodes, this time covering Transformers #1 and #2
09:5411/12/2023
Comic Talk Cafe #4: “Crashing the Party”
Comic Talk Cafe #4: “Crashing the Party”
Hello Friends! In this episode we talk about Black Panther #3 and #4, The Rocketeer: In the Den of Theves #1 and #2, and Star Trek Strange New Worlds: The Scorpious Run #1.
36:4923/10/2023
Comic Talk Cafe #3: “Avenging Droids”
Comic Talk Cafe #3: “Avenging Droids”
Hello friends! Books mentioned in this episode.  The Avengers #2-4 Dark Droids #1 Star Wars #37
28:4011/09/2023
Comic Talk Cafe one shot #2: “Space Cowboys”
Comic Talk Cafe one shot #2: “Space Cowboys”
Hello Friends! In this special episode, Logan is reviewing Guardians of the Galaxy #1-4
12:5217/08/2023
Comic Talk Cafe one shot #1: “Keeping it Real”
Comic Talk Cafe one shot #1: “Keeping it Real”
Hello friends! In the special episode, Jonathan and Rachel are reviewing season 3 of the CW show, Superman and Lois.
16:0617/08/2023
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #2: “I Volunteer as Tribute”
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #2: “I Volunteer as Tribute”
Hello friends! In this episode, Jonathan and Rachel review Black Panther #2 and The Sacraficers #1.
13:4117/08/2023
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #1: “Middling Dark”
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #1: “Middling Dark”
Hello friends! Welcome to the Cafe. In this Issue Jonathan and Rachel review Captain Marvel: Dark Tempest #1 and Green Lantern #2
21:5909/08/2023
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #0: “The Return”
Comic Talk Cafe Issue #0: “The Return”
Hello! Welcome to the Cafe. After almost 15 years, Jonathan and Rachel are back talking about comic books! This is the Zero "issue" basically a test episode. The show was recorded at the wonderful Rosecomb Beer Garden in Cary North Carolina. It was recorded outside so there is a fair amount of background noise. I hope you all will enjoy the discussion. Please give us your feedback and join in on the discussion using our social media or on our website, www.ComicTalkCafe.com. Comics reviewed by Jonathan and Rachel Avengers 1 Green Lantern 1 Black Panther 1 Superman 1 Bonus review by our son Logan Star Wars: Return on the Jedi - Ewoks 1  
23:5027/07/2023