New York Comic Con may be wrapping up, but the news is still exploding! This week, Dave and Alex break down all the biggest reveals from Marvel and DC — including DC K.O., Next Level, and Greg Rucka’s Batwoman return, plus Marvel’s wild new Spider-Man/Venom: Death Spiral crossover, Absolute Catwoman, and the stunning X-Men: Shadows of Tomorrow lineup. We’re talking Godzilla in space, Post Malone’s Big Rig Book 2, Thundarr the Barbarian’s comic debut, and a Gargoyles/Darkwing Duck crossover you didn’t know you needed.
Then stick around for our featured interview with legendary cartoonist Patrick McDonnell, creator of MUTTS and The Gift of Nothing, as he joins us to discuss his brand-new picture book The Gift of Everything, out October 7. We talk about the heart behind his holiday storytelling, the joy of rhyme, gratitude in uncertain times, and what Mooch and Earl might bring to a real-life gift exchange. It’s cozy, uplifting, and full of creative wisdom — the perfect conversation to kick off the holiday season.
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AIPT Comics Podcast Best Books of the Week:
Dave:
- Amazing X-Men (2025) #1 (Jed MacKay, Mahmud Asrar)
- Creepshow (2022): Super Creepshow Special (Various)
Alex:
- DC KO (Scott Snyder, Javi Fernandez)
- Binary #1 (Stephanie Phillips, Giada Belviso)
Standout KAPOW moment of the week:
Alex: DC KO (Scott Snyder, Javi Fernandez)
Dave: Batman: The Long Halloween: The Last Halloween (2024) #9 (Chris Samnee)
In our Judging by the Cover segment, Dave loves the Red Sonja Reborn #2 cover by Stuart Sayge, and Alex talks all about Rogue Storm #1 by Ivan Talavera Variant. Check out both below!
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