Comic Book Central
World's first podcast devoted to in-depth interviews with legendary talents who bring comic books to life in movies, TV, live shows, video games, and more!
Episodes
SUPERMAN RETURNS turns 20...and no one was better suited to celebrate than John Ottman.
Part 2 of my conversation with the Academy Award-winning composer/editor is here!
John takes us behind the scenes of one of the most beloved modern Superman scores and explains why honoring John Williams' legendary music wasn't a burden—it was a privilege.We also dive into:
- The famous airplane rescue sequence
- Why memorable superh...
SUPERMAN RETURNS turns 20!
What do Superman Returns, X2, Fantastic Four, The Usual Suspects, and Bohemian Rhapsody all have in common?
John Ottman.
The Academy Award-winning composer and editor joins Comic Book Central for an epic two-part conversation about crafting unforgettable superhero scores, balancing life as both editor and composer, and the fascinating stories behind some of Hollywood's biggest films.In Part 1:
- Th...
The voice of Pearl Krabs is back in the Lair!
Comic Book Central Episode 530: Lori Alan - Part 2 dives deep into the world of SpongeBob SquarePants, as Lori shares the story behind voicing Pearl Krabs for an incredible 26 years and reveals why Bikini Bottom continues to resonate with generations of fans. She also teases upcoming SpongeBob episodes, including some hilarious new adventures for Pearl and Mr. Krabs.
Lori reflects on th...
Episode 529 is here, and my guest is voice acting icon LORI ALAN!
With Toy Story 5 just days away, Lori gives Comic Book Central an exclusive preview of Pixar's latest adventure, including new details on Bonnie, Bonnie's mom, and why this film may leave audiences reaching for the tissues once again.
Lori shares why Toy Story 5 captures "...
The music behind The Boys, Gen V, Lost in Space, Marvel’s Agent Carter, and more comes to the Lair!
Emmy-winning composer Christopher Lennertz joins me for a behind-the-scenes conversation about scoring superheroes, satire, sci-fi, and one of the wildest worlds on television. Plus: working with Eric Kripke, a Vought Rising preview, honoring the legacy of John Williams, ...
PART TWO of my Toon Talk with animation historian Jerry Beck is here! We’re diving into:
- An EXTREMELY obscure cartoon release from Warner Archive
- More animation deep cuts
- A Looney Tunes speed round
- Animation restorations that surprised even Jerry
- ...
Animation expert, author, and historian JERRY BECK joins Comic Book Central!
We’re talkin’ all things Looney Tunes — classic shorts, modern revivals, and the latest Blu-ray releases from the Warner Archive Collection!
- Restoring classic cartoons for new generations
- How Bugs, Daffy &am...
I’m sitting down with Brandon Routh to talk about his new comedy Out of Order…and celebrate 20 years of Superman Returns.
From saving the world as Superman to playing a guy who can’t keep his life together, Brandon dives into:
- ️The legacy of Superman Returns
- His wild dual-role perfo...
We’re heading to the 25th century…
Princess Ardala is BACK!
Pamela Hensley joins Comic Book Central for a deep dive into Buck Rogers in the 25th Century — including her unforgettable sci-fi showdown with Julie Newmar!
Episode 524 is streaming now!
...
You know her as Princess Ardala…
But that’s just the beginning.
TV & film icon Pamela Hensley joins Comic Book Central to talk:
- Buck Rogers
- The Six Million Dollar Man
- Doc Savage
- Rollerball
- The Love...
I came to interview comedy legend Jeff Dunham (The Cars That Drove Us)...
I did NOT expect this.
Batmobiles. Batman suits. Lost in Space. A freaky Frankenstein.
Jeff took me inside his private garage…and it turned into the wildest interview I’ve ever done. Click “play” and e...
Before movie tie-ins were everywhere…
Hollywood was already turning films into comic books. And we’re talking EVERYTHING:
- Wizard of Oz
- 2001: A Space Odyssey
- King Kong
- Star Wars
Before creators had a roadmap…
Felicia Day built one.
Part 2 is here!
We dive into:
- The creation of The Guild
- The 20th anniversary reunion movie
- A Guild musical
- Her time on Mystery Science Theater 3000
What if a Spartan warrior discovered her destiny was something far bigger? That’s the story behind The Lost Daughter of Sparta — the new graphic novel from Felicia Day. We talk about the book and the inspiration behind it in Episode 519 – Part 1. PLUS - we'll chat about Buffy and The Guild as well!
In Part 2 of my conversation with John Shea, we talk about unforgettable moments from Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman — including facing a cobra as Lex Luthor, working with Teri Hatcher during a memorable rat-filled scene, and returning to the show with a very different look. Plus, John reflects on his time in the Marvel series Mutant X.
Before superhero cinematic universes took over Hollywood, there was Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman— and one of the most memorable Lex Luthors ever.
This week on Comic Book Central, I’m joined by John Shea!
In Episode 517 – Part 1, we talk about:
- His inspiration for playing Lex Luthor
- How he got his start in acting
- Auditioning for Indi...
Ernie Hudson — From Ghostbusters to Boston Blue.
He ain’t afraid of no ghosts.
This episode features a candid, wide-ranging conversation with the legendary Ernie Hudson — an actor whose career spans decades, genres, and some of the most beloved franchises in pop culture history.
THE EPIC CONCLUSION
The road trip wraps up in spectacular fashion as my GalaxyCon Columbus adventure comes to a close — and this finale brings superheroes, comedy legends, and pop culture icons together on one stage.
Joining me:
Ross Marquand — Avengers: Endgame, X-Men ’97
Jack Dylan Grazer — the Shazam! films
Tim Kazurinsky — Saturday Night Live alum
Wayne Knight — Newman fro...
From the Final Frontier… to Supergirl… to Spider-Man!
Part 2 of my GalaxyCon Columbus adventure is here — and this lineup spans galaxies, multiverses, and animated legends.
Joining me:
Brent Spiner — Star Trek icon (Data himself!)Peter Facinelli — from Supergirl ...
Comic Book Central hits the convention trail once more as I head to GalaxyCon Columbus for a brand-new multi-part adventure — and Part 1 brings together DC icons from animation, television, and comics!
Joining me:
- John Wesley Shipp — The Flash, the original Scarlet Speedster
- Loren Lester — the voice of Robin & Nightwing (Batman: The Animated Series)
- Diane Pershing — the ...
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