Omniverse Comics Guide - Any and Every Universe
Eric & Dave from the Omniverse with special guests
Omniverse Comics Guide covers all things comics, including incoming comics, recommendations and reviews across the entire comics universe!
INCOMING! April 2025 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss in April!
Mar 19, • 34:39
Top Ten Comic Book Fight Scenes: 2025 Edition
Podcast & Video: Dust off those knuckles and put up your dukes for Round 2! That's right, fight fans, it's another ten bust-em ups!
Mar 13, • 27:55
INCOMING! March 2025 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss in March 2025!
Feb 19, • 40:10
Collector’s Item Special: EPHK shares some highlights from his comic collection
Podcast & Video: Acclaimed underground comics creator EPHK hits us with some of his own personal comics book recommendations and influences
Feb 12, • 55:44
Top Ten Cosmic Comics
Podcast & Video: The OCG guys recommend 10 sci-fi sagas from a number of comics universes!
Feb 5, • 42:45
INCOMING! February 2025 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss in February 2025!
Jan 29, • 42:27
Top 20 Comic Book Collected Editions of 2024 – Part Two (#10-1)
Podcast & Video: The second of our two-part rundown of our favourite collected editions of 2024
Jan 19, • 47:41
Top 20 Comic Book Collected Editions of 2024 – Part One (#20-11)
Podcast & Video: The first part of our two-part rundown of our favourite collected editions of the year
Jan 7, • 41:17
New Manga Spotlight: Shōjo Manga – January to March 2025 Releases
Podcast Exclusive: Get the heads up on must-read new manga coming in the first quarter of 2025!
Jan 1, • 58:52
The Superman Legacy Trailer Gets the Spotlight in The Comic Book Speakeasy
Podcast & Video: We discuss that Superman trailer and share some of our favourite old reads from 2024
Dec 25, 2024 • 46:44
INCOMING! January 2025 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss in January 2025!
Dec 21, 2024 • 49:19
Top Ten Ed Brubaker Comics
Podcast & Video: We pick 10 of our favourite stories by the acclaimed writer
Dec 13, 2024 • 55:00
Beddo: Nostalgic Hip Hop meets classic comic covers
Podcast Exclusive: The artist, writer & clothes designer discusses his love of comics & hip hop
Dec 5, 2024 • 1:09:35
The Ghost Machine Tapes: Bryan Hitch’s Collector’s Item Special
Podcast & Video: A new Collector's Item Special features the Redcoat, Authority, Ultimates and Death's Head artist
Dec 3, 2024 • 49:43
The Ghost Machine Tapes: Geoff Johns on building the Unnamed Universe
Podcast & Video: Geoff Johns enters the Omniverse, recounts his favourite DC stories and reveals how to build a universe with Ghost Machine
Nov 25, 2024 • 1:03:19
INCOMING! December 2024 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss this December!
Nov 20, 2024 • 35:35
INCOMING! November 2024 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss this November!
Nov 11, 2024 • 37:30
Blackmouth by Smith & Sawatsky – The hotly-anticipated graphic novel’s Kickstarter launch
Creator Interview: The dark fantasy horror by Kyle J Smith & Katie Sawatsky is live! Don't miss out!
Nov 3, 2024 • 52:43
Wordburglar brings back his ‘Rapplicable Skills’
Interview: Comic book aficionado & emcee... Wordburglar is back - and this time he's restoring all the glory to one of his finest albums!
Oct 26, 2024 • 1:22:58
New Manga Spotlight: Shōnen Manga – October to December 2024 Releases
Podcast Exclusive: Get the heads up on new manga coming in the final quarter of 2024!
Oct 21, 2024 • 43:39
Top Ten Stories for Halloween II: 2024 Edition
Top Ten Stories for Halloween From outright terror to psychological horror, we bring you 10 recommended comics for the Halloween season
Oct 18, 2024 • 39:55
Top Ten DC’s New 52 Era
Podcast & Video: Finding the gems among DC Comics' New 52 relaunch
Oct 7, 2024 • 47:12
INCOMING! October 2024 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss this Ocrober!
Oct 3, 2024 • 41:30
Valiant Universe Starter Kit
Podcast & Video: Not sure where to begin your journey into the Valiant Universe? Here’s our guide to ease you in!
Sep 19, 2024 • 44:05
Deadpool & Wolverine: Slightly Late Spoilerific Movie Review
Podcast & Video: Dividing the Omniverse! Eric & Dave review the Deadpool & Wolverine movie
Sep 9, 2024 • 26:24
Ricky Lima gets into the ‘Undergrowth’
Podcast/Video: The Toronto native goes behind the scenes of his brand new Top Shelf graphic novel
Aug 31, 2024 • 1:07:08
Matthew Erman on ‘Loving, Ohio’ – Comics, Cults & Cactus Clotheslines
Podcast/Video: Matthew Erman visits the Omniverse to discuss his newest book, Loving, Ohio
Aug 22, 2024 • 1:01:12
INCOMING! September 2024 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss this September!
Aug 15, 2024 • 40:13
TOP TEN Mark Millar Comics
Podcast & Video: We pick 10 of our favourite stories by the acclaimed writer
Aug 10, 2024 • 46:23
JM DeMatteis (Re)enters the DeMultiverse – now on Kickstarter!
Podcast & Video: Our special guest JM DeMatteis explains the next phase of his DeMutliverse Kickstarter and reveals why he'll always love Spider-Man's clone!
Aug 2, 2024 • 1:07:57
Top Ten Most-Wanted Marvel Comics Omnibus – 2024 Edition
Podcast & Video: We pick the ten Marvel Omnis we most want to see!
Jul 29, 2024 • 44:04
INCOMING! August 2024 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss this Summer!
Jul 17, 2024 • 33:36
Deadpool vs Wolverine: Ten Recommended Stories
Podcast & Video: We pick five Deadpool and five Wolverine stories – you choose which you'd prefer!
Jul 10, 2024 • 42:50
INCOMING! July 2024 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: The books you don't wanna miss this July!
Jun 30, 2024 • 42:20
New Manga Spotlight: Odd Couples – July to September New Releases
Podcast Exclusive: Get the heads up on new manga coming in the third quarter of 2024!
Jun 23, 2024 • 42:55
Top Ten Comic Book Maxi-Series
Podcast & Video: Ten recommended stand-alone epics
Jun 12, 2024 • 54:09
The Comics Speakeasy: Would You Rather Be A Mutant Or An Inhuman?
Podcast & Video: Is Carnage better than Venom? What’s the greatest Marvel era? And will Dave answer any of Eric’s questions properly?
Jun 5, 2024 • 49:06
INCOMING! June 2024 Collected Editions
Podcast & Video: Here’s what’s heading your way this June!
May 31, 2024 • 47:31
Top Ten Comic Book Cover Artists
Podcast & Video: Spotlighting ten breath-taking cover artists, from long-standing industry legends to modern greats
May 26, 2024 • 41:11
Top Ten Mini-Series
Podcast & Video: Mini-series, one-off trades – we recommend some of our favourite done-in-one stories
May 12, 2024 • 37:02
New Manga Spotlight: April-June ’24 New Releases
Our embedded manga expert Raph Cascarino gives us the lowdown on three impending releases for April, May & June 2024. Based in Japan, Raph has already read all three of our spotlight books and beyond, so he can tell us if they’re worth sticking with! This episode, Raph gives Dave the details on Ninja vs...... Continue Reading →
May 5, 2024 • 30:07
Top Ten Comic Book Resurrections
Death comes for all as discussed in our TOP TEN COMIC BOOK DEATHS episode! This time around, though, we look at the characters who returned from the veil. Or perhaps never crossed over to the other side in the first place! There’ll be plenty you’ll recognise and reminiss over, but also some more obscure choices...... Continue Reading →
Apr 27, 2024 • 50:00
INCOMING! May 2024 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in May’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites from DC, Image & Marvel. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books to your shelves! Listen to the podcast below or on your...... Continue Reading →
Apr 17, 2024 • 44:10
Top Ten Most-Wanted DC Comics Omnibus
It’s unlikely that you’ve failed to notice the slew of announcements from DC Comics regarding their 2024 slate of new and reprinted collected editions! Everything from Superman: The Triangle Years to Deathstroke the Terminator… Scalped to Batman: Bruce Wayne - Murderer and Fugitive will finally be gracing our shelves in chunky hardcover format, this year....... Continue Reading →
Apr 12, 2024 • 47:35
Top Ten ‘90s X-Men Stories
To mark the return of the animated X-Men in the X-Men ’97 series on Disney+, those Omniverse Comics Guide guys take a trip back to the 1990s – the decade that introduced those merry mutants to many - and choose ten of their all-time favourite X-stories from that era to both recommend and remind to...... Continue Reading →
Apr 3, 2024 • 1:01:46
Creator Interview: Jim Shooter
Photo: Jim Shooter, 2017 at Phoenix Comicon, Arizona – image by Gage Skidmore To mark the 40th anniversary of Marvel Comics’ original SECRET WARS event, Eric takes some time with series writer Jim Shooter who was also Editor-in-Chief of Marvel at that time. Considered to be one the greatest eras in the company’s history, Jim...... Continue Reading →
Mar 27, 2024 • 1:44:39
INCOMING! April ’24 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in April’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites from Dark Horse, DC, Image & Marvel & Oni. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books to your shelves! Listen to the podcast...... Continue Reading →
Mar 20, 2024 • 43:58
Top Ten Most-Wanted Image Comics Omnibus & Compendiums
Phew! That’s a title an’ a half! Image Comics have joined the omnibus game, releasing (or planning to release) super-chunky volumes of some of their best-loved series. Rat Queens, Bitter Root and Unnatural have all been collected in oversized hardcover format, with Time2 and the Astro City Opus Edition on their way! For those who... Continue Reading →
Mar 13, 2024 • 48:44
TOP TEN Love Stories
Love is in the air for Eric & Dave as they share some of their stand-out favourite comic book love stories! From well-known classics to a few that may be new to you, they choose some of the most stirring pairings they love to see, then share a tale that hit ‘em right in the...... Continue Reading →
Mar 1, 2024 • 52:42
New Manga Spotlight: First Quarter ’24 Recommendations
Our embedded manga expert Raph Cascarino gives us the lowdown on three impending releases for February & March 2024! Based in Japan, Raph has already read all three of our spotlight books and can tell us if they’re worth sticking with! This episode, Raph gives Dave the details on Initial D Omnibus vol.1, God Bless...... Continue Reading →
Feb 25, 2024 • 30:11
INCOMING! The must-read collected editions for March ’24
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in March’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites from DC, Image, Marvel & Titan. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books to your shelves! Listen to the podcast below or on...... Continue Reading →
Feb 20, 2024 • 53:50
Collector’s Item Special: Zander Cannon
Kaijumax: Deluxe Edition vol.3 took the coveted number one spot on Dave’s TOP 20 COLLECTED EDITIONS OF 2023 episode (if you haven’t watched it, go do that!). The last thing we expected was for the series’ creator, Zander Cannon, to see the show and take time out from his busy schendule to appear in our... Continue Reading →
Feb 15, 2024 • 52:10
The Comics Speakeasy: The Comic Book Q&A!
The purveyors of fine reading from the OCG gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a drink (or three) and answer YOUR questions! That’s right! This time around, some of you kindly sent us videos featuring the questions you wanted to ask us! Eric & Dave go truly international, firing answers back to Japan, Ireland,... Continue Reading →
Feb 7, 2024 • 1:00:34
The Comics Speakeasy: The Comic Book Q&A!
The purveyors of fine reading from the OCG gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a drink (or three) and answer YOUR questions! That’s right! This time around, some of you kindly sent us videos featuring the questions you wanted to ask us! Eric & Dave go truly international, firing answers back to Japan, Ireland,...... Continue Reading →
Feb 7, 2024 • 1:00:34
Collector’s Item Special: Fred Kennedy
Radio presenter, actor, writer… is there anything Fred Kennedy can’t do?! The co-creator of Dead Romans for Image Comics returns to the Omniverse to share some of the comics that influence and inspire him our latest COLLECTOR’S ITEM SPECIAL episodes. Dead Romans recently made out TOP 20 COMICS OF 2023 list and has received glowing...... Continue Reading →
Jan 30, 2024 • 1:05:51
Collector’s Item Special: Fred Kennedy
Radio presenter, actor, writer… is there anything Fred Kennedy can’t do?! The co-creator of Dead Romans for Image Comics returns to the Omniverse to share some of the comics that influence and inspire him our latest COLLECTOR’S ITEM SPECIAL episodes. Dead Romans recently made out TOP 20 COMICS OF 2023 list and has received glowing... Continue Reading →
Jan 30, 2024 • 1:05:51
INCOMING! February ’24 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in February’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites from Dark Horse, DC, Marvel & Titan. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books to your shelves! If you want the full run...... Continue Reading →
Jan 22, 2024 • 45:41
INCOMING! February ’24 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in February’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites from Dark Horse, DC, Marvel & Titan. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books to your shelves! If you want the full run... Continue Reading →
Jan 22, 2024 • 45:41
Top Twenty Comic Book Collected Editions 2023 – Part 2: #10-1
Part two of two! Catch part one HERE! To wrap up the Omniverse Comics Guide’s first year, we run through our TOP 20 COLLECTED EDITIONS OF 2023! Eric and Dave have selected their own personal top ten books offer up the can’t-miss collected editions from the last 12 months. In part two, they go through...... Continue Reading →
Jan 16, 2024 • 52:30
Top Twenty Comic Book Collected Editions 2023 – Part 2: #10-1
Part two of two! Catch part one HERE! To wrap up the Omniverse Comics Guide’s first year, we run through our TOP 20 COLLECTED EDITIONS OF 2023! Eric and Dave have selected their own personal top ten books offer up the can’t-miss collected editions from the last 12 months. In part two, they go through... Continue Reading →
Jan 16, 2024 • 52:30
Top 20 Comic Book Collected Editions 2023 – Part 1: #20-11
To wrap up the Omniverse Comics Guide’s first year, we run through our TOP 20 COLLECTED EDITIONS OF 2023! Eric and Dave have selected their own personal top ten books offer up the can’t-miss collected editions from the last 12 months. In part one, they go through their respective #10-6 with offerings from Dark Horse,... Continue Reading →
Jan 9, 2024 • 59:55
Top 20 Comic Book Collected Editions 2023 – Part 1: #20-11
To wrap up the Omniverse Comics Guide’s first year, we run through our TOP 20 COLLECTED EDITIONS OF 2023! Eric and Dave have selected their own personal top ten books offer up the can’t-miss collected editions from the last 12 months. In part one, they go through their respective #10-6 with offerings from Dark Horse,...... Continue Reading →
Jan 9, 2024 • 59:55
Top Ten George Pérez Stories
This week, Eric and Dave dig through their long boxes and book shelves to pick some of their favourite stories written or drawn (or both!) by George Pérez – the man who couldn’t stop himself from flooding his covers and interior pages with a cast of thousands! From his time on the New Teen Titans... Continue Reading →
Jan 5, 2024 • 59:16
Top Ten George Pérez Stories
This week, Eric and Dave dig through their long boxes and book shelves to pick some of their favourite stories written or drawn (or both!) by George Pérez – the man who couldn’t stop himself from flooding his covers and interior pages with a cast of thousands! From his time on the New Teen Titans... Continue Reading →
Jan 5, 2024 • 59:16
Quick Catch-Up: Meghan Fitzmartin, MCM 2023
We step back in time to MCM London 2023 when we were lucky enough to chat to some fantastically talented comic creators! Dave has a quick catch up with writer Meghan Fitzmartin, best-known for her work on DC Comics’ Tim Drake: Robin well as the animated DC Super Hero Girls and Justice League x RWBY:... Continue Reading →
Jan 4, 2024 • 5:55
Quick Catch-Up: Meghan Fitzmartin, MCM 2023
We step back in time to MCM London 2023 when we were lucky enough to chat to some fantastically talented comic creators! Dave has a quick catch up with writer Meghan Fitzmartin, best-known for her work on DC Comics’ Tim Drake: Robin well as the animated DC Super Hero Girls and Justice League x RWBY:...... Continue Reading →
Jan 4, 2024 • 5:55
INCOMING! January ’24 Collected Editions
Yes, 2024 is looming large! And we take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in January’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites from Boom!, Dark Horse, DC, Image, Marvel & Vault. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books to...... Continue Reading →
Dec 19, 2023 • 46:59
INCOMING! January ’24 Collected Editions
Yes, 2024 is looming large! And we take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in January’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites from Boom!, Dark Horse, DC, Image, Marvel & Vault. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books to... Continue Reading →
Dec 19, 2023 • 46:59
Top Ten Female-Led Comics
As requested by our very own super-Producer Mica, here Eric & Dave’s ten favourite comic books with female leads! But a number of fantastic femme feature characters have been mentioned in other Top Tens already, this year. So don’t expect the choices to be all the obvious ones! With spies, superheroes, adventurers and journalists leading... Continue Reading →
Dec 5, 2023 • 51:06
Top Ten Female-Led Comics
As requested by our very own super-Producer Mica, here Eric & Dave’s ten favourite comic books with female leads! But a number of fantastic femme feature characters have been mentioned in other Top Tens already, this year. So don’t expect the choices to be all the obvious ones! With spies, superheroes, adventurers and journalists leading...... Continue Reading →
Dec 5, 2023 • 51:06
THE COMICS SPEAKEASY: The greatest Moment in History?
The purveyors of fine reading from the OCG gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a drink (or three) and ask the big questions… What’s the worst super-suit? Which Ninja Turtle weapon would you choose? Which comic book hideout would you choose? What era would you travel back in time to? and more! Listen to...... Continue Reading →
Nov 28, 2023 • 45:52
THE COMICS SPEAKEASY: The greatest Moment in History?
The purveyors of fine reading from the OCG gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a drink (or three) and ask the big questions… What’s the worst super-suit? Which Ninja Turtle weapon would you choose? Which comic book hideout would you choose? What era would you travel back in time to? and more! Listen to... Continue Reading →
Nov 28, 2023 • 45:52
INCOMING! December ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in December’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, DC, Marvel, Oni & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible... Continue Reading →
Nov 21, 2023 • 49:00
INCOMING! December ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in December’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, DC, Marvel, Oni & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible...... Continue Reading →
Nov 21, 2023 • 49:00
Top Ten DC Comics Team-Ups
From old friendships to first meetings. Eric & Dave pick ten of their all-time favourite team-up stories featuring some of DC Comics’ finest characters! With so many issues featuring their impressive cats of characters over the years, how can they possibly hope to boil it down to just five choices each? Dipping into the decades...... Continue Reading →
Nov 13, 2023 • 53:37
Top Ten DC Comics Team-Ups
From old friendships to first meetings. Eric & Dave pick ten of their all-time favourite team-up stories featuring some of DC Comics’ finest characters! With so many issues featuring their impressive cats of characters over the years, how can they possibly hope to boil it down to just five choices each? Dipping into the decades... Continue Reading →
Nov 13, 2023 • 53:37
Omniverse Book Club – Spider-Man: Coming Home
For this edition of the Book Club, the Omniverse welcomes @reed_reads to the show to discuss a classic Spidey story, “Coming Home”. Written by J.M Strazynski and illustrated by the incomparable John Romita jr, this turn of the century tale finds our friendly neighbour hood Spider-Man swinging through New York only to encounter one of...... Continue Reading →
Nov 4, 2023 • 1:21:10
Omniverse Book Club – Spider-Man: Coming Home
For this edition of the Book Club, the Omniverse welcomes @reed_reads to the show to discuss a classic Spidey story, “Coming Home”. Written by J.M Strazynski and illustrated by the incomparable John Romita jr, this turn of the century tale finds our friendly neighbour hood Spider-Man swinging through New York only to encounter one of... Continue Reading →
Nov 4, 2023 • 1:21:10
Top Ten Stories for Halloween
OK, so neither Eric or Dave are major horror guys. But that doesn’t mean they can’t suggest some great comics for the spookiest season! From monsters to ghosts, the risen dead to the terrors clinging to life… the Omniverse Comics Guide guys are gonna hit you up with a variety of stories. Some frighteners for...... Continue Reading →
Oct 30, 2023 • 57:56
Top Ten Stories for Halloween
OK, so neither Eric or Dave are major horror guys. But that doesn’t mean they can’t suggest some great comics for the spookiest season! From monsters to ghosts, the risen dead to the terrors clinging to life… the Omniverse Comics Guide guys are gonna hit you up with a variety of stories. Some frighteners for... Continue Reading →
Oct 30, 2023 • 57:56
INCOMING! New Manga November ’23 Biggest Releases
Our embedded manga expert Raph Cascarino gives us the lowdown on three impending releases for November 2023. Based in Japan, Raph has already read all three of our spotlight books and can tell us if they’re worth sticking with! This episode, Raph schools manga-noob Dave on Innocent Omnibus vol.1, Gannibal vol.1 and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure... Continue Reading →
Oct 27, 2023 • 36:31
INCOMING! New Manga November ’23 Biggest Releases
Our embedded manga expert Raph Cascarino gives us the lowdown on three impending releases for November 2023. Based in Japan, Raph has already read all three of our spotlight books and can tell us if they’re worth sticking with! This episode, Raph schools manga-noob Dave on Innocent Omnibus vol.1, Gannibal vol.1 and JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure...... Continue Reading →
Oct 27, 2023 • 36:31
Creator Interview: Martin “Slam” Duncan featuring Frankenstein Visions
This week the Omniverse Comics Guide welcomes podcaster and book publisher, Martin "Slam" Duncan of SlamPress Tomes to the show. Martin is currently running a Kickstarter campaign for his latest book Frankenstein Visions, the follow up to his previously funded project, Dracula Visions. This time around, Martin has brought along with him a murderer's row... Continue Reading →
Oct 24, 2023 • 59:58
Creator Interview: Martin “Slam” Duncan featuring Frankenstein Visions
This week the Omniverse Comics Guide welcomes podcaster and book publisher, Martin "Slam" Duncan of SlamPress Tomes to the show. Martin is currently running a Kickstarter campaign for his latest book Frankenstein Visions, the follow up to his previously funded project, Dracula Visions. This time around, Martin has brought along with him a murderer's row...... Continue Reading →
Oct 24, 2023 • 59:58
INCOMING! November ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in November’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, DC, IDW, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible... Continue Reading →
Oct 17, 2023 • 52:16
INCOMING! November ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in November’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, DC, IDW, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible...... Continue Reading →
Oct 17, 2023 • 52:16
Collector’s Item Special: Rob Williams & Pye Parr
Rob Williams (Suicide Squad, Cla$$war) and Pye Parr (2000AD, Realm of the Damned) rev up for a brand new Image Comics series in November, as Petrol Head makes its debut! So get ready for our very first duel-guest Collector’s Item Special episode, in which Rob and Pye share some comics from their personal collections –... Continue Reading →
Oct 10, 2023 • 52:39
Collector’s Item Special: Rob Williams & Pye Parr
Rob Williams (Suicide Squad, Cla$$war) and Pye Parr (2000AD, Realm of the Damned) rev up for a brand new Image Comics series in November, as Petrol Head makes its debut! So get ready for our very first duel-guest Collector’s Item Special episode, in which Rob and Pye share some comics from their personal collections –...... Continue Reading →
Oct 10, 2023 • 52:39
Omniverse Book Club- Superman: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?
The book club returns and this time around, Omni-Eric and Adam Chapman fly through Metropolis to ask Superman, “Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?” Written by Alan Moore who is accompanied by classic Superman artist, Curt Swan, this pre-Crisis story which is told as the “last tale” for the Man of Steel, is considered... Continue Reading →
Oct 6, 2023 • 1:02:07
Omniverse Book Club- Superman: Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?
The book club returns and this time around, Omni-Eric and Adam Chapman fly through Metropolis to ask Superman, “Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow?” Written by Alan Moore who is accompanied by classic Superman artist, Curt Swan, this pre-Crisis story which is told as the “last tale” for the Man of Steel, is considered... Continue Reading →
Oct 6, 2023 • 1:02:07
Top Ten John Byrne Stories
This week, Eric and Dave dig through their long boxes and book shelves to pick some of their favourite stories written or drawn (or both!) by John Byrne – a man who’s made his mark on pretty much every major Marvel and DC character. From his time on the X-Men, Superman, the Avengers, Wonder Woman,...... Continue Reading →
Oct 4, 2023 • 40:32
Top Ten John Byrne Stories
This week, Eric and Dave dig through their long boxes and book shelves to pick some of their favourite stories written or drawn (or both!) by John Byrne – a man who’s made his mark on pretty much every major Marvel and DC character. From his time on the X-Men, Superman, the Avengers, Wonder Woman,... Continue Reading →
Oct 4, 2023 • 40:32
The Avengers Starter Kit
This week, the Eric and Dave seek out those entry-level Avengers stories to ease new readers into the world of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. This is the perfect starter kit to get into arguably Marvel’s most-popular team! With hundreds of stories to choose from, the boys whittle it down to just 10 of the most-accessible and...... Continue Reading →
Sep 29, 2023 • 1:04:05
The Avengers Starter Kit
This week, the Eric and Dave seek out those entry-level Avengers stories to ease new readers into the world of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes. This is the perfect starter kit to get into arguably Marvel’s most-popular team! With hundreds of stories to choose from, the boys whittle it down to just 10 of the most-accessible and... Continue Reading →
Sep 29, 2023 • 1:04:05
Bringing ‘Dawn of DC’ Superman To Life: Jamal Campbell & Jahnoy Lindsay
OCG Podcast Exclusive! In this episode, we return once again to Artists Alley at this year’s Fan Expo Canada and catch up with Omni-Eric and two of comics’ newest star artists, Jamal Campbell and Jahnoy Lindsay. Both of these fine gentlemen are Toronto natives and made names for themselves as a part of the From... Continue Reading →
Sep 22, 2023 • 38:43
Bringing ‘Dawn of DC’ Superman To Life: Jamal Campbell & Jahnoy Lindsay
OCG Podcast Exclusive! In this episode, we return once again to Artists Alley at this year’s Fan Expo Canada and catch up with Omni-Eric and two of comics’ newest star artists, Jamal Campbell and Jahnoy Lindsay. Both of these fine gentlemen are Toronto natives and made names for themselves as a part of the From...... Continue Reading →
Sep 22, 2023 • 38:43
INCOMING! October ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in October’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, DC, IDW, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible... Continue Reading →
Sep 19, 2023 • 51:14
INCOMING! October ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in October’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, DC, IDW, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible... Continue Reading →
Sep 19, 2023 • 51:14
The Origin of Three Jokers: Live with Jason Fabok & Brad Anderson @FanExpo Canada
OCG Podcast Exclusive! During Fan Expo Canada 2023, Omni-Eric had the privilege of hosting a panel with Jason Fabok and Brad Anderson - the art team behind Batman: 3 Jokers. Recorded live from the hallowed halls of the MT Convention Centre, Eric - along with the assistance of fellow fan folk - ask Jason and... Continue Reading →
Sep 15, 2023 • 46:43
The Origin of Three Jokers: Live with Jason Fabok & Brad Anderson @FanExpo Canada
OCG Podcast Exclusive! During Fan Expo Canada 2023, Omni-Eric had the privilege of hosting a panel with Jason Fabok and Brad Anderson - the art team behind Batman: 3 Jokers. Recorded live from the hallowed halls of the MT Convention Centre, Eric - along with the assistance of fellow fan folk - ask Jason and... Continue Reading →
Sep 15, 2023 • 46:43
Bring on the Bad Guys: X-Men
The X-Men might be mutants, but that doesn’t limit them to only fighting other mutants. Whether they’re defending themselves from threats from the stars, other dimensions or even regular humans, these outlaw heroes have a fascinating pool of villains to draw from. So which of the X-Men’s bad guys should we shine the spotlight on?... Continue Reading →
Sep 9, 2023 • 58:36
Bring on the Bad Guys: X-Men
The X-Men might be mutants, but that doesn’t limit them to only fighting other mutants. Whether they’re defending themselves from threats from the stars, other dimensions or even regular humans, these outlaw heroes have a fascinating pool of villains to draw from. So which of the X-Men’s bad guys should we shine the spotlight on?...... Continue Reading →
Sep 9, 2023 • 58:36
Top Ten Geoff Johns Stories
He’s been the co-founder and co-chairman of DC Films, he’s been the Chief Creative Officer of DC Entertainment. But most importantly of all, Geoff Johns has been one of the most prolific writers at DC Comics in the last 25 years, and what shines most in his story-telling is just how knowledgeable and respectful he...... Continue Reading →
Sep 2, 2023 • 57:49
Top Ten Geoff Johns Stories
He’s been the co-founder and co-chairman of DC Films, he’s been the Chief Creative Officer of DC Entertainment. But most importantly of all, Geoff Johns has been one of the most prolific writers at DC Comics in the last 25 years, and what shines most in his story-telling is just how knowledgeable and respectful he... Continue Reading →
Sep 2, 2023 • 57:49
Collector’s Item Special: Des Taylor
One of our favourite creators working in comics today… Des Taylor enters the Omniverse! This time, he’s here to talk about some of the comics that influenced him in one of our COLLECTOR’S ITEM SPECIAL episodes.   The writer & artist of Scarlett Couture, The Vesha Valentine Story and The Trouble With Katie Rogers is...... Continue Reading →
Aug 25, 2023 • 57:42
Collector’s Item Special: Des Taylor
One of our favourite creators working in comics today… Des Taylor enters the Omniverse! This time, he’s here to talk about some of the comics that influenced him in one of our COLLECTOR’S ITEM SPECIAL episodes. The writer & artist of Scarlett Couture, The Vesha Valentine Story and The Trouble With Katie Rogers is... Continue Reading →
Aug 25, 2023 • 57:42
INCOMING! September ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in September's releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, IDW, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books... Continue Reading →
Aug 20, 2023 • 48:15
INCOMING! September ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in September's releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, IDW, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books...... Continue Reading →
Aug 20, 2023 • 48:15
COMICS SPEAKEASY: Creator Battles & Upcoming Movies
The perveyors of fine comics from the Omniverse Comics Guide gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a drink (or two) and pit their favourite creators against each other, suggest the line-up for the Disney+ X-Men TV show and pick the best casting so far from a comic-inspired film! Listen to the podcast below or...... Continue Reading →
Aug 9, 2023 • 1:02:16
COMICS SPEAKEASY: Creator Battles & Upcoming Movies
The perveyors of fine comics from the Omniverse Comics Guide gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a drink (or two) and pit their favourite creators against each other, suggest the line-up for the Disney+ X-Men TV show and pick the best casting so far from a comic-inspired film! Listen to the podcast below or... Continue Reading →
Aug 9, 2023 • 1:02:16
Collectors Item Special: Kevin Boyd
This week the Omniverse Comics Guide welcomes comic historian and director of comic relations for Fan Expo, Kevin Boyd. Kevin shares some insights into the upcoming FanExpo Canada, held at the Metro Toronto convention centre 24th to 27th August 2023. Kevin also takes the time to sift through some of the items from his...... Continue Reading →
Aug 8, 2023 • 41:51
Collectors Item Special: Kevin Boyd
This week the Omniverse Comics Guide welcomes comic historian and director of comic relations for Fan Expo, Kevin Boyd. Kevin shares some insights into the upcoming FanExpo Canada, held at the Metro Toronto convention centre 24th to 27th August 2023. Kevin also takes the time to sift through some of the items from his... Continue Reading →
Aug 8, 2023 • 41:51
Quick Catch-Up: Pepe Larraz
Acclaimed comic book artist Pepe Lazzaz took a break from drawing commissions at this year’s Portsmouth Comic Con to chat about his Big Game series with Mark Millar, his love of fantasy and sci-fi and designing the X-Men! Listen to the podcast below or on your preferred podcast player, such as Apple or Spotify through...... Continue Reading →
Aug 2, 2023 • 11:54
Quick Catch-Up: Pepe Larraz
Acclaimed comic book artist Pepe Lazzaz took a break from drawing commissions at this year’s Portsmouth Comic Con to chat about his Big Game series with Mark Millar, his love of fantasy and sci-fi and designing the X-Men! Listen to the podcast below or on your preferred podcast player, such as Apple or Spotify through... Continue Reading →
Aug 2, 2023 • 11:54
Top Ten Mysteries
Whether it’s crime stories, superheroics or fantasy… there’s nothing quite like adding a little mystery to draw us in and keep us reading! In this week’s episode, we select ten comic book conundrums that kept us reading issue after issue of some of our favourite titles. As always, there’ll be some you recognise and some... Continue Reading →
Jul 26, 2023 • 56:48
Top Ten Mysteries
Whether it’s crime stories, superheroics or fantasy… there’s nothing quite like adding a little mystery to draw us in and keep us reading! In this week’s episode, we select ten comic book conundrums that kept us reading issue after issue of some of our favourite titles. As always, there’ll be some you recognise and some...... Continue Reading →
Jul 26, 2023 • 56:48
INCOMING! August ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in August releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, Image, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books...... Continue Reading →
Jul 14, 2023 • 56:23
INCOMING! August ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in August releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, Image, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books... Continue Reading →
Jul 14, 2023 • 56:23
Top Ten Hidden Gems
From the obscure to the forgotten. Hidden Gems are the ones that got away. The books you know are great, but you aren’t hearing anyone talk about them. In this episode, we dig up some bright, shiny treats from numerous publishers and from creators great and small to give you something worthy of your time...... Continue Reading →
Jul 11, 2023 • 1:07:58
Top Ten Hidden Gems
From the obscure to the forgotten. Hidden Gems are the ones that got away. The books you know are great, but you aren’t hearing anyone talk about them. In this episode, we dig up some bright, shiny treats from numerous publishers and from creators great and small to give you something worthy of your time... Continue Reading →
Jul 11, 2023 • 1:07:58
Bring on the Bad Guys: 10 Superman Villains’ Stories
When folks stack up comics’ greatest rogues galleries, Superman’s bad batch don’t often get a look-in. So, leave it to the Omniverse Comics Guide to remind you just how great those evildoers are by picking out ten villains, along with a story for each that really stuck with us like a Kryptonite shiv. Which of... Continue Reading →
Jul 7, 2023 • 1:06:34
Bring on the Bad Guys: 10 Superman Villains’ Stories
When folks stack up comics’ greatest rogues galleries, Superman’s bad batch don’t often get a look-in. So, leave it to the Omniverse Comics Guide to remind you just how great those evildoers are by picking out ten villains, along with a story for each that really stuck with us like a Kryptonite shiv. Which of...... Continue Reading →
Jul 7, 2023 • 1:06:34
Collector’s Item Special: Daniel Freedman
Our favourite writer of 2022, Daniel Freedman, returns to the Omniverse! This time, he’s here to talk about some of the comics that influenced him in one of our COLLECTOR’S ITEM SPECIAL episodes. The writer of Birdking & Raiders made a name for himself in 2022 and took the number one spot in our TOP... Continue Reading →
Jul 1, 2023 • 1:01:59
Collector’s Item Special: Daniel Freedman
Our favourite writer of 2022, Daniel Freedman, returns to the Omniverse! This time, he’s here to talk about some of the comics that influenced him in one of our COLLECTOR’S ITEM SPECIAL episodes. The writer of Birdking & Raiders made a name for himself in 2022 and took the number one spot in our TOP... Continue Reading →
Jul 1, 2023 • 1:01:59
TOP TEN Fight Scenes
Get ready for a selection of ten of the greatest knock-down drag-outs in comics as we delve into our TOP TEN favourite fight scenes of all time! From known classics to a few that may be new to you, we select the punch-ups that are still ringing in our ears even after the book has...... Continue Reading →
Jun 27, 2023 • 50:16
TOP TEN Fight Scenes
Get ready for a selection of ten of the greatest knock-down drag-outs in comics as we delve into our TOP TEN favourite fight scenes of all time! From known classics to a few that may be new to you, we select the punch-ups that are still ringing in our ears even after the book has... Continue Reading →
Jun 27, 2023 • 50:16
“Scooby-Doo Goes To Hell” – Becka Kinzie’s Gehenna: Death Valley
This week, visiting the Omniverse for the first time, is the Joe Shuster Award winner, Becka Kinzie. Becka has written and illustrated her creator-owned graphic novel, Gehenna: Death Valley, and is currently working on the third issue of her self-published comic, The Wormhole Club Tragedy. If you're a fan of horror, be sure to check... Continue Reading →
Jun 23, 2023 • 1:17:15
“Scooby-Doo Goes To Hell” – Becka Kinzie’s Gehenna: Death Valley
This week, visiting the Omniverse for the first time, is the Joe Shuster Award winner, Becka Kinzie. Becka has written and illustrated her creator-owned graphic novel, Gehenna: Death Valley, and is currently working on the third issue of her self-published comic, The Wormhole Club Tragedy. If you're a fan of horror, be sure to check... Continue Reading →
Jun 23, 2023 • 1:17:15
INCOMING! July ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in July’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, Image, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books...... Continue Reading →
Jun 16, 2023 • 57:01
INCOMING! July ’23 Collected Editions
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in July’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites (along with a quick round up of other releases) from Dark Horse, Image, Marvel & more. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books... Continue Reading →
Jun 16, 2023 • 57:01
TOP TEN Brian Michael Bendis Comics
Very few comic creators have been as prolific and influential as Mr. Brian Michael Bendis. From Torso to Daredevil, Ultimate Spider-Man to The New Avengers, BMB has forever changed multiple multiverses within the realm of comics, as well as heavily influencing many television and movie adaptions featuring characters he's written, or flat out created. Currently,... Continue Reading →
Jun 9, 2023 • 1:25:41
TOP TEN Brian Michael Bendis Comics
Very few comic creators have been as prolific and influential as Mr. Brian Michael Bendis. From Torso to Daredevil, Ultimate Spider-Man to The New Avengers, BMB has forever changed multiple multiverses within the realm of comics, as well as heavily influencing many television and movie adaptions featuring characters he's written, or flat out created. Currently,...... Continue Reading →
Jun 9, 2023 • 1:25:41
Omniverse/Geekable Team-Up with Jerome Opeña
The Omniverse Comics Guide and Geekable Podcast join forces once again! The immeasurably talented Jerome Opeña joins Dave & Nick to share inspiration, his comic-buying habits and that Marvel Comics project he’s always dreamed of!The acclaimed artist on Uncanny X-Force, Seven to Eternity, Avengers: Rage of Ultron, Fear Agent, Spawn and Vengeance of the Moon...... Continue Reading →
Jun 6, 2023 • 56:06
Omniverse/Geekable Team-Up with Jerome Opeña
The Omniverse Comics Guide and Geekable Podcast join forces once again! The immeasurably talented Jerome Opeña joins Dave & Nick to share inspiration, his comic-buying habits and that Marvel Comics project he’s always dreamed of!The acclaimed artist on Uncanny X-Force, Seven to Eternity, Avengers: Rage of Ultron, Fear Agent, Spawn and Vengeance of the Moon... Continue Reading →
Jun 6, 2023 • 56:06
TOP TEN Comic Book Deaths
Some are broadcast in advance, some shock us at the turn of a page. Death comes for us all, including those who are fictional. In this week’s episode, we view comics from the Reaper’s side and pick our ten favourite moments when characters have crossed the veil. From the obvious to the obscure – just...... Continue Reading →
Jun 4, 2023 • 1:05:36
TOP TEN Comic Book Deaths
Some are broadcast in advance, some shock us at the turn of a page. Death comes for us all, including those who are fictional. In this week’s episode, we view comics from the Reaper’s side and pick our ten favourite moments when characters have crossed the veil. From the obvious to the obscure – just... Continue Reading →
Jun 4, 2023 • 1:05:36
COMICS SPEAKEASY: The Death of Continuity?
The fine fellows from the Omniverse Comics Guide gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a pint (or two) and chat about the many happenings in the comic book realms, including... Jim Lee becoming the supreme creative overlord of DC Comics and Dave recommends some so-bad-they're good films for Eric's viewing pleasure! But the central...... Continue Reading →
May 30, 2023 • 1:23:32
COMICS SPEAKEASY: The Death of Continuity?
The fine fellows from the Omniverse Comics Guide gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a pint (or two) and chat about the many happenings in the comic book realms, including... Jim Lee becoming the supreme creative overlord of DC Comics and Dave recommends some so-bad-they're good films for Eric's viewing pleasure! But the central... Continue Reading →
May 30, 2023 • 1:23:32
SPOILER REVIEW: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3
For the very first time, Dave and Eric hit the cinema on different continents to travel through the Marvel Cinematic Universe and hang out with the Guardians of the Galaxy! Both chaps are fans of GOTG comics and films so naturally, their interest is piqued for the final instalment of the franchise as we know...... Continue Reading →
May 23, 2023 • 43:16
SPOILER REVIEW: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol.3
For the very first time, Dave and Eric hit the cinema on different continents to travel through the Marvel Cinematic Universe and hang out with the Guardians of the Galaxy! Both chaps are fans of GOTG comics and films so naturally, their interest is piqued for the final instalment of the franchise as we know... Continue Reading →
May 23, 2023 • 43:16
INCOMING! June’ 23 Collected Editions
As summer makes its way around the corner, Eric and Dave thumb through their comic catalogue for the month of June and make their wish list and recommendations for collections being released in June. What's making their summer reading list this time around, and which books would they recommend to fellow fans? Tune in and... Continue Reading →
May 19, 2023 • 1:14:40
INCOMING! June’ 23 Collected Editions
As summer makes its way around the corner, Eric and Dave thumb through their comic catalogue for the month of June and make their wish list and recommendations for collections being released in June. What's making their summer reading list this time around, and which books would they recommend to fellow fans? Tune in and...... Continue Reading →
May 19, 2023 • 1:14:40
Collectors Item Special: Nick Ricci from Geekable Podcast
Nick Ricci from the most upbeat comics podcast on the planet – Geekable Podcast – shares five of the most treasured runs in his comic collection. But don’t be fooled by his age, Nick’s all set to hit us up with examples of comics from throughout the decades! Nick’s an old friend of the Omniverse... Continue Reading →
May 16, 2023 • 1:02:30
Collectors Item Special: Nick Ricci from Geekable Podcast
Nick Ricci from the most upbeat comics podcast on the planet – Geekable Podcast – shares five of the most treasured runs in his comic collection. But don’t be fooled by his age, Nick’s all set to hit us up with examples of comics from throughout the decades! Nick’s an old friend of the Omniverse... Continue Reading →
May 16, 2023 • 1:02:30
Top Ten Most Wanted Non-Marvel/DC Omnibus
We've listed our most wanted Marvel omnibus editions, our most wanted DC omnis... but what we really want collected are chunky editions from all the other comic publishers! This week we share our wish list of dream beefy books we hope to one-day own, ranging from indie/creator-owned titles to some of the most popular franchise... Continue Reading →
May 12, 2023 • 1:22:02
Top Ten Most Wanted Non-Marvel/DC Omnibus
We've listed our most wanted Marvel omnibus editions, our most wanted DC omnis... but what we really want collected are chunky editions from all the other comic publishers! This week we share our wish list of dream beefy books we hope to one-day own, ranging from indie/creator-owned titles to some of the most popular franchise...... Continue Reading →
May 12, 2023 • 1:22:02
Top Ten John Romita Jr Comics
This week, Eric and Dave dig through their long boxes and shelves to pick some of their favourite stories drawn by legendary artist John Romita Jr. Few artists have been as prolific and influential as JR Jr, arguably the most recognizable artist to ever pencil the heroes of the Marvel universe. From Spider-Man to Superman,...... Continue Reading →
May 3, 2023 • 1:20:40
Top Ten John Romita Jr Comics
This week, Eric and Dave dig through their long boxes and shelves to pick some of their favourite stories drawn by legendary artist John Romita Jr. Few artists have been as prolific and influential as JR Jr, arguably the most recognizable artist to ever pencil the heroes of the Marvel universe. From Spider-Man to Superman,... Continue Reading →
May 3, 2023 • 1:20:40
Bring On the Bad Guys: Ten Spider-Man villain stories
There aren't too many superheroes who have as unique, strange and intimate a rouges gallery as your "Friendly Neighbourhood Spider-Man". This week, Dave and Eric travel down the spindly web of Spider tales specifically centred around some of their favourite villains and villainous motivations. Of course, these gents love to throw a curveball your way...... Continue Reading →
May 1, 2023 • 1:24:39
Bring On the Bad Guys: Ten Spider-Man villain stories
There aren't too many superheroes who have as unique, strange and intimate a rouges gallery as your "Friendly Neighbourhood Spider-Man". This week, Dave and Eric travel down the spindly web of Spider tales specifically centred around some of their favourite villains and villainous motivations. Of course, these gents love to throw a curveball your way... Continue Reading →
May 1, 2023 • 1:24:39
Creator Interview: Mike del Mundo
Superstar artist and Toronto native Mike del Mundo enters the Omniverse for the first time! Our number one cover artist of 2022 shares highlights from his storied career, influences and inspiration, as well as his love of hip hop culture. Mike lists some of his favourite comic book covers and artists as well as his... Continue Reading →
Apr 30, 2023 • 1:21:10
Creator Interview: Mike del Mundo
Superstar artist and Toronto native Mike del Mundo enters the Omniverse for the first time! Our number one cover artist of 2022 shares highlights from his storied career, influences and inspiration, as well as his love of hip hop culture. Mike lists some of his favourite comic book covers and artists as well as his... Continue Reading →
Apr 30, 2023 • 1:21:10
INCOMING! MAY ’23 Collected Editions
And just like that...Spring has sprung and the guys from the "Guide" reunite and review some of comics they are excited for coming out in May 2023. This time around, Eric and Dave choose collected editions, compendiums and omnibus for series that neither of them have read as of yet. A lot of hopeful and... Continue Reading →
Apr 21, 2023 • 1:03:53
INCOMING! MAY ’23 Collected Editions
And just like that...Spring has sprung and the guys from the "Guide" reunite and review some of comics they are excited for coming out in May 2023. This time around, Eric and Dave choose collected editions, compendiums and omnibus for series that neither of them have read as of yet. A lot of hopeful and...... Continue Reading →
Apr 21, 2023 • 1:03:53
Collectors Item Special: Ian Richardson – Penciller, Inker, Covers
Penciller, inker, cover artist… is there anything Ian Richardson can’t do? The creative powerhouse very kindly stepped away from his desk to chat to us about some of his most-prized items in the comic collection he’s amassed over the years as a fan. In this Creator’s Item Special episode, Ian shares a complete 355-issue Marvel... Continue Reading →
Apr 18, 2023 • 1:18:12
Collectors Item Special: Ian Richardson – Penciller, Inker, Covers
Penciller, inker, cover artist… is there anything Ian Richardson can’t do? The creative powerhouse very kindly stepped away from his desk to chat to us about some of his most-prized items in the comic collection he’s amassed over the years as a fan. In this Creator’s Item Special episode, Ian shares a complete 355-issue Marvel...... Continue Reading →
Apr 18, 2023 • 1:18:12
Collector’s Item Special – Adam Grabarnick, Running Out of Space
Director and podcaster Adam Grabarnick hosts the Running Out Of Space podcast (available on all the best podcast players and on YouTube) regularly invites guests onto the show to talk about their collections – anything from action figures, to pryex… sneakers to wind-up toys. He even’s had a guest or two talk up their comic... Continue Reading →
Apr 11, 2023 • 1:14:49
Collector’s Item Special – Adam Grabarnick, Running Out of Space
Director and podcaster Adam Grabarnick hosts the Running Out Of Space podcast (available on all the best podcast players and on YouTube) regularly invites guests onto the show to talk about their collections – anything from action figures, to pryex… sneakers to wind-up toys. He even’s had a guest or two talk up their comic... Continue Reading →
Apr 11, 2023 • 1:14:49
Batman Starter Kit: Entry-Level Dark Knight Stories
This week, the boys from the Omniverse dive deep into the archives to find the perfect starter kit to get into reading the Batman. Easily the most popular and recognizable comic book character, there are literally thousands of stories that have been told about the Dark Knight since his creation. But, if you were to...... Continue Reading →
Apr 9, 2023 • 1:10:50
Batman Starter Kit: Entry-Level Dark Knight Stories
This week, the boys from the Omniverse dive deep into the archives to find the perfect starter kit to get into reading the Batman. Easily the most popular and recognizable comic book character, there are literally thousands of stories that have been told about the Dark Knight since his creation. But, if you were to... Continue Reading →
Apr 9, 2023 • 1:10:50
Book Of The Month Club – The Once and Future Kang
It's that time again, kids! Another Book of the Month Club is here and special guest Adam Chapman returns to travel through time in the Omniverse. This month, Eric and Adam discuss Avengers #267-269 which takes on a journey through Limbo with none other than Kang the Conqueror. What machinations is the once and future... Continue Reading →
Apr 5, 2023 • 55:28
Book Of The Month Club – The Once and Future Kang
It's that time again, kids! Another Book of the Month Club is here and special guest Adam Chapman returns to travel through time in the Omniverse. This month, Eric and Adam discuss Avengers #267-269 which takes on a journey through Limbo with none other than Kang the Conqueror. What machinations is the once and future... Continue Reading →
Apr 5, 2023 • 55:28
TOP TEN Life Changing Comics
Yes! This episode is as epic as the title suggests! (We're kidding, but it is a good one.) Dave and Eric return for another fun dive into the Omniverse book shelves and find some personal favourite comics that had a significant effect on both of their fandoms as well as their lives. In true nerdy...... Continue Reading →
Mar 31, 2023 • 1:30:12
TOP TEN Life Changing Comics
Yes! This episode is as epic as the title suggests! (We're kidding, but it is a good one.) Dave and Eric return for another fun dive into the Omniverse book shelves and find some personal favourite comics that had a significant effect on both of their fandoms as well as their lives. In true nerdy... Continue Reading →
Mar 31, 2023 • 1:30:12
Comics Speakeasy: Comic Con Special – March ’23
After a weekend of Comic Con adventures on both sides of the pond, Eric and Dave get together in their "Speakeasy" lounge chairs and share some fun stories. They talk about some of the conventions special guests and interactions, mind blowing cosplayers, and some of their convention purchases. Thanks to everyone who met up with... Continue Reading →
Mar 24, 2023 • 1:05:53
Comics Speakeasy: Comic Con Special – March ’23
After a weekend of Comic Con adventures on both sides of the pond, Eric and Dave get together in their "Speakeasy" lounge chairs and share some fun stories. They talk about some of the conventions special guests and interactions, mind blowing cosplayers, and some of their convention purchases. Thanks to everyone who met up with...... Continue Reading →
Mar 24, 2023 • 1:05:53
Creator Interviews – Fred Kennedy writer Dead Romans
This week radio personality and writer Fred Kennedy visits the Omniverse to chat about his upcoming Image comics series "Dead Romans." Fred delves into his love for ancient history, and explains where the inspiration for "Dead Romans" comes from and why Nick Marinkovich was perfect artistic choice to help tell it. Being an avid fan... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:04:19
Creator Interviews – Fred Kennedy writer Dead Romans
This week radio personality and writer Fred Kennedy visits the Omniverse to chat about his upcoming Image comics series "Dead Romans." Fred delves into his love for ancient history, and explains where the inspiration for "Dead Romans" comes from and why Nick Marinkovich was perfect artistic choice to help tell it. Being an avid fan...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:04:19
Top Ten Most Wanted DC Omnibus
Back with another top ten list, this week Dave and Eric travel through the Omniverse and discuss which DC series they would love to see collected in Omnibus format. Which decade does Eric have a soft spot for? And who is the clever sleuth that Dave can't get enough of? Tune in and find out!...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:18:37
Top Ten Most Wanted DC Omnibus
Back with another top ten list, this week Dave and Eric travel through the Omniverse and discuss which DC series they would love to see collected in Omnibus format. Which decade does Eric have a soft spot for? And who is the clever sleuth that Dave can't get enough of? Tune in and find out!... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:18:37
Collector’s Item Special – Mike from The Hardcover Comic
This month on the Collector's Item Special, Mike from The Hardcover Comic YouTube channel visits the Omniverse to share some of the treasured items from his collection from manga and Marvel to European comics. He also delves into the world of custom binding. Big thanks to Mike for stopping by and sincerely hope you all...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:14:04
Collector’s Item Special – Mike from The Hardcover Comic
This month on the Collector's Item Special, Mike from The Hardcover Comic YouTube channel visits the Omniverse to share some of the treasured items from his collection from manga and Marvel to European comics. He also delves into the world of custom binding. Big thanks to Mike for stopping by and sincerely hope you all... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:14:04
The Mark Waid TOP 10!
The guys are here with another TOP TEN! This week, Eric and Dave peruse their collections and dig out some classic tales told by none other than comic book legend Mark Waid! Having left an indelible mark (we intend that pun) on both the Marvel and DC universes, as well as his creator owned work,... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:25:30
The Mark Waid TOP 10!
The guys are here with another TOP TEN! This week, Eric and Dave peruse their collections and dig out some classic tales told by none other than comic book legend Mark Waid! Having left an indelible mark (we intend that pun) on both the Marvel and DC universes, as well as his creator owned work,...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:25:30
Top 10 Most Wanted: Marvel Omnibus
This week, Dave and Eric meet up to share their most wanted Marvel Omnibus collections that have yet to be published in the format. Which series are deserving of the upgrade, which classic runs leave us scratching our heads why they haven't hit the shelf yet and what are some forgotten stories that long time... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:18:05
Top 10 Most Wanted: Marvel Omnibus
This week, Dave and Eric meet up to share their most wanted Marvel Omnibus collections that have yet to be published in the format. Which series are deserving of the upgrade, which classic runs leave us scratching our heads why they haven't hit the shelf yet and what are some forgotten stories that long time... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:18:05
Book Of The Month Club – Silver Surfer Epic Collection: Freedom
Back for another BOOK OF THE MONTH CLUB, Eric and special guest Adam Chapman hitch a ride on the Silver Surfer's board on a trip through the Marvel cosmos, written and directed by Steve Englehart and Marshall Rogers. This series would mark the first time Norrin Radd was free to travel the spaceways since he...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 57:20
Book Of The Month Club – Silver Surfer Epic Collection: Freedom
Back for another BOOK OF THE MONTH CLUB, Eric and special guest Adam Chapman hitch a ride on the Silver Surfer's board on a trip through the Marvel cosmos, written and directed by Steve Englehart and Marshall Rogers. This series would mark the first time Norrin Radd was free to travel the spaceways since he... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 57:20
Collector’s Item Special – Featuring Lou Koller of Sick of It All
Hardcore legend Lou Koller talks about the upcoming Sick of It All tour and shares some of the key comics in his impressive collection! Listen to the podcast below or on your preferred podcast player, such as Apple or Spotify through our LinkTree! You can also watch the full video below or on YouTube. Watch &...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:03:17
Collector’s Item Special – Featuring Lou Koller of Sick of It All
Hardcore legend Lou Koller talks about the upcoming Sick of It All tour and shares some of the key comics in his impressive collection! Listen to the podcast below or on your preferred podcast player, such as Apple or Spotify through our LinkTree! You can also watch the full video below or on YouTube. Watch &... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:03:17
Comic Speakeasy: 10 Geeky Questions – Jan 23′
For the first Comic Speakeasy meet up for 2023, Dave has a line up of his "10 Questions" to throw Erics way. As they travel the Omniverse and catch waves of tangents along the way, the gentlemen discuss what their preferred vehicle of time travel would be, what their favourite movies of 2022 were, and...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:11:35
Comic Speakeasy: 10 Geeky Questions – Jan 23′
For the first Comic Speakeasy meet up for 2023, Dave has a line up of his "10 Questions" to throw Erics way. As they travel the Omniverse and catch waves of tangents along the way, the gentlemen discuss what their preferred vehicle of time travel would be, what their favourite movies of 2022 were, and... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:11:35
Top Ten Guilty Pleasures
This week Dave and Eric go through their collections and pick some of their unconventional favourite comics. Which are the comics stories that Dave loves but can't bring himself to recommend? And what are some of the series that Eric can't help but keep on his shelf and does have the audacity to suggest to...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:19:46
Top Ten Guilty Pleasures
This week Dave and Eric go through their collections and pick some of their unconventional favourite comics. Which are the comics stories that Dave loves but can't bring himself to recommend? And what are some of the series that Eric can't help but keep on his shelf and does have the audacity to suggest to... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:19:46
Book of the Month Club: “Batman: Strange Apparitions”
For this edition of the BOMC, Eric Anthony and special guest Adam Chapman head to the Bat-Archives and find a classic tale of the Dark Knight detective. The seminal Steve Englehart and Marshall Rogers run on Detective Comics is often cited as a major inspiration for multimedia versions of Batman, but is it really that...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:08:01
Book of the Month Club: “Batman: Strange Apparitions”
For this edition of the BOMC, Eric Anthony and special guest Adam Chapman head to the Bat-Archives and find a classic tale of the Dark Knight detective. The seminal Steve Englehart and Marshall Rogers run on Detective Comics is often cited as a major inspiration for multimedia versions of Batman, but is it really that... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:08:01
Creator Interview: JH Williams III
The Omniverse welcomes the legendary and multi award winning illustrator JH Williams III! JH is best-known for his collaborations with Alan Moore (Promethea), Neil Gaiman (Sandman: Overture) and Batwoman with both Greg Rucka and his current partner in comics, W Haden Blackman. The duo are currently working on their phenomenal Image Comics series, Echolands. Want... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 2:00:48
Creator Interview: JH Williams III
The Omniverse welcomes the legendary and multi award winning illustrator JH Williams III! JH is best-known for his collaborations with Alan Moore (Promethea), Neil Gaiman (Sandman: Overture) and Batwoman with both Greg Rucka and his current partner in comics, W Haden Blackman. The duo are currently working on their phenomenal Image Comics series, Echolands. Listen...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 2:00:48
INCOMING! March ’23 Collected Edtions
Eric & Dave's ten recommended new collected editions for March 2023! Listen to the podcast below or on your preferred podcast player, such as Apple or Spotify through our LinkTree!  You can also watch the full video below or on YouTube. Watch & interact with the guys every week on our live broadcast on Twitch! SUSCRIBE...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:16:10
INCOMING! March ’23 Collected Edtions
Eric & Dave's ten recommended new collected editions for March 2023! Listen to the podcast below or on your preferred podcast player, such as Apple or Spotify through our LinkTree! You can also watch the full video below or on YouTube. Watch & interact with the guys every week on our live broadcast on Twitch! Enjoy... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:16:10
INCOMING! February ’23 Collected Editions
On this weeks show, Eric and Dave take a look at the upcoming collected editions being released in February 2023. As always, the gents have prepared top 5 lists with recommendations, as well as their most anticipated volumes to add to the library. What makes the top ten this month?!? Listen to the podcast below...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:18:59
INCOMING! February ’23 Collected Editions
On this weeks show, Eric and Dave take a look at the upcoming collected editions being released in February 2023. As always, the gents have prepared top 5 lists with recommendations, as well as their most anticipated volumes to add to the library. What makes the top ten this month?!? Listen to the podcast below... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:18:59
INCOMING! January ’23 Collected Editions
Dave and Eric kick off the new year with a list of some of their most anticipated books being released in January. Which books made their pre-order list and which collected editions are worth adding to your shelf? Want to listen to the episode on your preferred podcast player, such as Apple or Spotify? Head... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:06:57
INCOMING! January ’23 Collected Editions
Dave and Eric kick off the new year with a list of some of their most anticipated books being released in January. Which books made their pre-order list and which collected editions are worth adding to your shelf? Listen to the podcast below or on your preferred podcast player, such as Apple or Spotify through...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:06:57
The Top 20 of 2022 pt 2!
As the year comes to an end, we continue the wrap up of our favourite reads and collected editions of 2022! Which stories make our top ten, and which publisher is our favourite of the year? Listen to Top 20 Comics of 2022 Part 1 to find out what took the 20-11 spots. Want to... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:25:09
The Top 20 of 2022 pt 2!
As the year comes to an end, we continue the wrap up of our favourite reads and collected editions of 2022! Which stories make our top ten, and which publisher is our favourite of the year? Listen to Top 20 Comics of 2022 Part 1 to find out what took the 20-11 spots. Listen to... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:25:09
Top 20 0f 2022 Pt 1
As we complete another rotation around the sun, the Omniverse Comic Guys list their favourite releases, reads and collected editions of the year. Part one consists of our countdown from numbers 20 -11. To find out what made it to our top ten list, see Top 20 Comics of 2022 Part 2 Want to listen to... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:03:41
Top 20 0f 2022 Pt 1
As we complete another rotation around the sun, the Omniverse Comic Guys list their favourite releases, reads and collected editions of the year. Part one consists of our countdown from numbers 20 -11. To find out what made it to our top ten list, see Top 20 Comics of 2022 Part 2 Listen to the podcast...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:03:41
Creator Interview – Daniel Freedman writer of Kali
This week Daniel Freedman drops into the Omniverse for the first time to chat about his two recent Dark Horse books, Kali (illustrated by Robert Sammelin) and Birdking (co-created with CROM). Daniel also shares with us his journey through various creative endeavours such as studying both fine art and commercial art, and how he ended... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:29:32
Creator Interview – Daniel Freedman writer of Kali
This week Daniel Freedman drops into the Omniverse for the first time to chat about his two recent Dark Horse books, Kali (illustrated by Robert Sammelin) and Birdking (co-created with CROM). Daniel also shares with us his journey through various creative endeavours such as studying both fine art and commercial art, and how he ended... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:29:32
INCOMING! April ’23 Collected Editions
It's that time of the month again where Eric and Dave take you through their wish lists, pre orders and must read recommendations for comics and collections being released in April 2023. With a diversified top ten list ranging from books published from Archaia to Marvel and cosmic to terrestrial stories, tune in and find...... Continue Reading →
Mar 19, 2023 • 1:29:44