Episode 1534 - SDCC: CNI Correspondent Melissa's Recap!

Jimmy has been way behind on recommendations so he brought you this Top 3 special. But it's a multiple Top 3 times 5! You got it right. That's 15 great comics, TV shows and films he read/watched and wants you to check out. Enjoy! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Jimmy did the press rooms for a few of the DC/Warner Bros. animated films/shows. He chatted with BATMAN AZTECA director Juan Meza-León and producer José C. García de Letona on how the idea came to fruition, mixing history with fiction and Batman's Aztec style weaponry. He also talked with BATMAN NINJA VS YAKUZA JUSTICE LEAGUE directors Jumpei Mizusaki & Shinji Takagi and writer Kazuki Nakashima about why they used the same characters from the first film, who got added to the cast, and favorite Batman family characters. Many thanks to the hardworking translator on the latter.  On the final day of NYCC, Jimmy also attended the TEEN TITANS GO! press room. The talent was paired up and we each got 3 minutes to talk. Tara Strong (Raven) and Greg Cipes (Beast Boy) started things off. Followed by Hynden Walch (Starfire) and Scott Menville (Robin). And finally Jimmy talked old school hip-hop with Khary Payton (Cyborg) and Pete Michail (EP). A crazy fun time full of all sorts of character voices!  Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

We have a few shorter interviews in this episode. Jimmy caught up with Cecilia Lim of Kwento Comics to discuss how the company started, their amazing comic THE MASK OF HALIYA, and more. Producer Joe talked to author Elinor Taylor about her new book THE BALLOON HUNTER. And finally, Jimmy also chatted with Zach Hoag of Tuttle Publishing about their vast array of Asian-centric books including graphic novels, cookbooks, craft books, travel, etc. All great interviews!  Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Jimmy grabbed Tony Moy away from his busy table (sorry about that!) to talk about his incredible project The 4Forty2nd, the most rewarded Japanese American citizens who fought in WW2. They discussed his research which included visiting historical sites, why this story matters to him, why he landed on watercolor as his medium of choice and more. Great to finally have a chance to chat with Tony!  Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Jimmy sat down with friend Fred Van Lente to talk the multiple books he has out or coming out including Murder Kingdom, several books in the Valiant Universe, a novel, visiting Deadwood and more. Always great catching up with Fred!  Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Jimmy and Producer Joe met up with Brian Volk-Weiss to talk about his role as CEO of the Nacelle Universe, Biker Mice From Mars, Star Trek toys, The Toys That Made Us, Paul Reiser, Aliens, and so much more. Such a super fun conversation!  Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Jimmy chatted with prolific cartoonist Jeffrey Brown about his new book KIDS ARE STILL WEIRD, the brilliant humor and profundity of kids, how he got here from Vader and Son, more Marvel books in the same style coming next year, his website FAQ, and more. Always fun to catch up with Jeffrey!  Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Producer Joe attended the press room for The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon - The Book of Carol. On the panel for the press conference were stars/producers Norman Reedus (Daryl), Melissa McBride (Carol), Louis Puech Scigliuzzi (Laurent), Greg Nicotero (EP/Director) and David Zabel (Showrunner). Many questions were asked and Producer Joe even got a good one in. What can we expect from the rest of the season? Tune in to find out!  Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Jimmy talked with Ruth Chan about her fantastic debut graphic novel UPROOTED. They also chatted about moving to Hong Kong in her teens, readjusting, closeness with her family, her children's books, Hong Kong French toast, K-pop and more. Such a delightful conversation!  Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

Jimmy sat down with Derek Kirk Kim to welcome him back to comics after a 10 year absence. They chatted about his new hit Image comic THE LAST MERMAID, past work, why he left the biz, his work in animation, showcasing Asian/Asian-American characters, what's next and more. A super fun talk!  Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!