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| 28 Oct 2020 | Episode 86- “Return of The Living Deadman!” | 01:45:51 | |
Our Jacktober 2020 episodes wrap up with this foray into Forever People territory, as the team of hippie-dippy New Genesis youths team up with Deadman to solve his own murder! Fun, spooky stuff comic book stuff by The King accompanied by lots of horror movie talk (and recommendations) and some other not-safe-for-work horseshit! Happy Halloween, kids! | |||
| 10 Jul 2017 | #4 - The King of Covers! | 00:54:07 | |
Mike D & Tommy are joined by James West & Joey Armao as they discuss some of Jack's greatest comic covers, including their own personal faves! | |||
| 07 Jul 2019 | Episode 57- “Jack’s Green Arrow” | 01:45:18 | |
DC Comics’ Green Arrow is not a superhero Jack Kirby is known for, but his work on the character in the late 1950s has had a lasting effect on Oliver Queen’s mythos. Artist Kieran Quinn (www.kxquinn.com) joins Mike D. & Tommy to discuss the character, DC tv shows, the complexity of golden age vs modern age comics fandom, and also push their group art show at the Coney Island Brewery in Coney Island, Brooklyn, NY on Saturday, July 13th 2019! (Be there! Plug, plug.) • Music- “Take Back the Power” by The Interrupters | |||
| 22 Jun 2023 | Episode 205- “More Stan Lee?!” | 01:32:42 | |
Will the Marvel myth-making machine never end?! This week, we discuss the new Disney+ documentary ‘Stan Lee’. Expect vitriol! ‘Nuff said. For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen everywhere, our social media pages, and to buy a t-shirt, visit our FlowPage! (Link in our IG bio, of course!) Rate and review us on Apple and everywhere else! If you like the show, please share the show! Tag a friend, send a link, share a flyer, hit that like button. Help us get the word out! Thanks! | |||
| 26 Apr 2023 | Episode 197- “Kirby’s Collages!” With JCrash | 01:55:55 | |
Chicago-based collage artist JCrash (Jerry Nelson) joins us this week as we FINALLY get to the episode of the podcast wherein we discuss Jack Kirby’s collage work, both in and out of comics! Follow Jerry on Instagram; @jcrashart You can also visit his LinkTree page to check out all his shit, buys one merch, and support his work! www.linktr.ee/jcrash To listen to Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: www.flow.page/jackedkirby There’s also a link there to purchase a Jacked Kirby t-shirt, so go get one! If you like the show, share the show! Tag a friend, tell a friend, share the flyer, spread the word! And please rate/review the show on Apple (or wherever else you can rate & review it!) Thanks! | |||
| 15 Feb 2024 | Episode 237- “Spidey Vs. Torch!” | 02:37:19 | |
BRIAN RUPPERT of the podcast Reviewing History joins us this week to discuss a Jack Kirby-pencilled story from Amazing Spider-Man issue 8 (Marvel Comics, October 1963); Spidey & the Human Torch butt teenage heads, often! We also talk Jack’s history with Spider-Man, movie stuff, and more! Give Brian a follow on Instagram: @brian_ruppert And make sure you check out his show REVIEWING HISTORY, available on all podcast listening platforms! (And also on Instagram @reviewinghistorypod) It’s fun! For all things Jacked Kirby… like links to listen to the podcast on all platforms, our social media pages, and a link to buy a tee… visit our FlowPage: Please rate and review us on Apple or anywhere you can rate and review the show, and as always, SPREAD THE WORD! If you like the show, share the show! Thanks! | |||
| 21 Mar 2024 | Episode 241- “With Ethan Sacks!” | 01:40:57 | |
This week, we’re joined by pop culture journalist-turned-comic book scribe ETHAN SACKS to discuss how journalism led to writing comics, writing in a galaxy far, far away, getting to play with Kirby characters in the Marvel Comics universe, mental health, his new creator-owned work A Haunted Girl, and more! You can follow Ethan on Instagram: @ethanjsacks And you can use that handle to also find him on X/Twitter! For all things Jacked Kirby… like links to listen to the podcast on all platforms, our social media pages, and a link to buy a snazzy t-shirt… visit our FlowPage: Please rate and review us on Apple or anywhere you can rate and review the show, and as always, SPREAD THE WORD! If you like the show, share the show! Thanks! | |||
| 04 Mar 2021 | Episode 97- “The Mighty Joe Illidge!” | 01:23:39 | |
Episode 97- “The Mighty Joe Illidge!” Joe Illidge is the current executive editor of Heavy Metal Magazine and has had a long history in publishing and comics (Batman, Milestone, CBR, Lion Forge, Valiant and more)! Tommy & Mike D talk with him about Kirby, breaking into comics, the growth of geek culture in pop culture, inspiration, trend reading, art, being a black creator, the importance of building like-minded communities, and so much more in this really fun, informative episode! Follow Joe on Instagram HERE! And for links to follow Jacked Kirby on Instagram and Facebook, visit our FlowPage! | |||
| 24 May 2023 | Episode 201- “The Recap!” | 01:13:43 | |
Episode 201- “The Recap!” For the latest episode, Mike D. & Tommy eschew a topic or theme to shoot the shit about the podcast’s history. Join us for an easy, breezy conversation- full of comic book blabbering and laughs a’plenty! For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen everywhere, our social media pages, and to buy a t-shirt, visit our FlowPage! Rate and review us on Apple and everywhere else! If you like the show, please share the show! Tag a friend, send a link, share a flyer, hit that like button. Thanks! | |||
| 18 Apr 2024 | Episode 244- “Tax Day Special!” | 01:19:44 | |
Recording this episode on Tax Day (April 15th) gave us a good excuses to talk about "The Mystery of the Tax Collector from Space!", a funky little alien story from Tales Of Suspense issue 33 (Marvel Comics, June 1962)! Plus movies involving taxes & finance, and the usual Jacked Kirby crackin’ around! Fun stuff! For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen to the show on multiple platforms, a link to buy a suave t-shirt, and our social media pages, visit our Flowpage! www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you like the show, share the show! Repost a flyer, a link, a post. And please rate and review us on Apple (or anywhere!) THANKS! | |||
| 03 Feb 2021 | Episode 93- “Hercules!” | 01:23:47 | |
Episode 93- “Hercules!” “The madness must be upon thee... to dare defy the will of Hercules!” Artist and author GEORGE O’CONNOR (The Olympians) joins Mike D. & Tommy to discuss the introduction of Harcules (and Greek mythology) into the Marvel Universe with the first Journey Into Mystery Annual (1965)! History, mythology, art, Kirby, and Zeus as a Solid Gold Dancer?! You won’t wanna miss this one! Follow George on Instagram: @thegeorgeoconnor And visit the Jacked Kirby FlowPage to find and follow us on Instagram and Facebook! | |||
| 12 Jan 2022 | Episode 139- “With Howie Noel!” | 01:25:57 | |
We shoot the shit with artist HOWIE NOEL, an old soul making new art based on the stuff he loves! We talk Chester Gould’s Dick Tracy and the appeal of the villain, the idolization of the gangsters of the past and what role the media plays in that, Jack Kirby’s influence, art, and more! Follow Howie on his Instagram pages; @dicktracyroguesgallery @howienoel @taranormalpodcast And order his comics and art (and read some free comics!) on his website; www.hcnoel.com For all things Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage; www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 20 Mar 2019 | Episode 48- “Inker Spotlight: Joltin’ Joe Sinnott” | 01:17:21 | |
It’s back; INKER SPOTLIGHT! It’s been awhile since we’ve had this feature on the show, but we’re talking about Joltin’ Joe Sinnott on this, the 48th episode of the program! Mike D. & Tommy bring their pal Big Al Boulder (Alfred Accettura) back to discuss the inker synonymous with Jack Kirby’s run on Fantastic Four (and a WHOLE lot more)! Comics are talked about, art is showcased in an aural medium, and laughs are had! •Music- “Triumph” by Wu-Tang Clan (featuring Cappadonna) | |||
| 19 Jun 2018 | #26 - Jack’s Weird Mystery Tales! | 01:12:51 | |
Take a trip into a world of the mysterious and macabre as Mike D. & Tommy discuss Jack Kirby’s work in the DC Comics’ 1972-‘75 anthology series ‘WEIRD MYSTERY TALES’! We talk about the inception of the series, showing the history of the Kirby stories featured in the title’s first three issues! •Music- ‘Diary of a Madman’ by Gravediggaz | |||
| 17 Apr 2025 | Episode 281- “Toyin’ Around!” | 01:18:25 | |
We’re back after a little forced hiatus, and we’re talkin’ toys. KIRBY toys! From some of Marvel’s very first products, to Kenner’s Super Powers, to the current McFarlane line… and everything in between. Which are our favorites, which are on our wishlists, which do we have in our Kirby Collections… listen and find out! For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen everywhere, our social media pages, and a place to buy yourself a nifty Jacked Kirby t-shirt, visit our FlowPage: www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you like the show, share the show! Spread the word, tell a buddy! And make sure you rate and review us wherever you can! Thanks, kids! | |||
| 10 Jan 2024 | Episode 232- “Our First Of ‘24!” | 01:15:06 | |
Happy New Year! The boys are back after a little holiday hiatus to have a topic-less discussion about all things life! (Well… comics, the holidays, gifts, and plans for the show in 2024. That’s life to us!) Join us, won’t you? For all things Jacked Kirby, please visit our FlowPage: www.flow.page/jackedkirby There you’ll find links to listen to the show on all podcast platforms, our social media pages, and a link to buy a snazzy Jacked Kirby t-shirt! And of course, please spread the word!!! If you like the show, share the show! And rate/review us on Apple. Thanks! | |||
| 01 Oct 2021 | Episode 126- “With Barry McClain Jr!” | 01:30:58 | |
Artist Barry McClain Jr. joins us to discuss his upcoming Blue Juice Comics series Billy The Kit, his NYCC’21 debut appearance, getting advice from Neal Adams, NY/NJ rivalries, ‘90s hip-hop, villains & MF Doom, digital comics, Kirby’s influential work ethic, “Sweet Tit Syndrome”, and so much more! 4 Colors 4 life! Follow Barry on Instagram; @stay_broke For all things Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage; www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 16 May 2019 | Episode 52- What If...? | 01:14:11 | |
What If the Original Marvel Bullpen Had Become the Fantastic Four? Find out by listening to this show! Jack wrote and illustrated volume 1, issue 11 of this late-‘70s Marvel Comics series, and Tommy & Mike D. talk about it... and much more... in episode 52 of The Jacked Kirby Podcast! Have a listen, have a laugh... maybe you’ll learn something new in the process! •Music: “What Ifs and Maybes” by Bromheads Jacket | |||
| 14 Jul 2022 | Episode 163- “With Alex Segura!” | 01:31:01 | |
Long-time, best-selling comic book scribe ALEX SEGURA joins us for a talk about comics just as his new novel Secret Identity is climbing up the book charts! Exciting stuff! What inspires him? What’s he reading? What’s next? Listen and find out! For Alex on the web, including links to his social media, visit his site www.alexsegura.com For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen on different podcast apps AND our social media pages, visit: www.flow.page/ If you like the show, please share the show! Spread the word, tag a friend, rate & review us on Apple! Thanks! | |||
| 12 May 2020 | Episode 72- “Talkin’ Kirby with Jeff Garlin!” | 01:09:50 | |
Comedian, actor, writer, producer, and lifelong comic book fan JEFF GARLIN joins Tommy & Mike D. for a boisterous conversation filled with Kirby love, quarantine talk, comedy in context, the Heroes Initiative, losing weight, collecting comics, and lots more! It was a great time, so have a listen and enjoy! •Music- “Jumper On the Line” by R.L. Burnside | |||
| 14 Jul 2023 | Episode 208- “With Jason Aaron!” | 01:43:28 | |
This episode, we talk to prolific comic book scribe JASON AARON! We discuss his career in comics, the challenge of taking on legacy characters, Kirby’s writing, complaining comic book fans, and more! We enjoyed talking to Jason, and we hope YOU enjoy listenin’! You can find Jason on Instagram; @jasonaaron And visit his Linktree to see ALL of his goings on! For all things Jacked Kirby, including listening links, a link to buy a t-shirt, and all of our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: Rate and review us on Apple. And, if you like the show, SHARE the show! Tell a friend, tag a friend, forward a flyer, SPREAD THE WORD! Thanks! | |||
| 22 Feb 2024 | Episode 238- “The Brotherhood Of Evil Mutants!” with Maurice Carlos Ruffin | 02:04:47 | |
Award-winning New Orleans author MAURICE CARLOS RUFFIN returns to the show to discuss Marvel Comics’ Uncanny X-Men issue 4 (March ‘64) and how it relates to his new book The American Daughters (hitting shelves this week! Go get a copy!) X-Men, Nawlins, books, movies, Kirby’s progressivism, Black History… we dip into it all! You can follow Maurice on Instagram: @mauriceruffin You can also visit his website: Follow, read, support! For all things Jacked Kirby… like links to listen to the podcast on all platforms, our social media pages, and a link to buy a tee… visit our FlowPage: Please rate and review us on Apple or anywhere you can rate and review the show, and as always, SPREAD THE WORD! If you like the show, share the show! Thanks! | |||
| 25 Jun 2020 | Episode 75- “Kirby’s Cult Of Pop!” | 01:55:56 | |
To celebrate three years of the program, Tommy & Mike D. are joined by Jacked Kirby’s behind-the-scenes tech whiz Rob Martin (of the CCD Podcast/CCD.NYC and the all-new Cult Of Pop video-cast!), and former guest Young James West Esq. (Comics For Courage non-profit) to discuss Jack “King” Kirby’s influence BEYOND the pages of comics in a thoughtful yet raucous third anniversary episode! It’s a fun time, so enjoy! •Music- “Dani California” by Red Hot Chili Peppers | |||
| 06 Apr 2023 | Episode 194- “MODOK’s 11” with Fred Van Lente! | 01:40:36 | |
Our friend Fred Van Lente is BACK! Back on the show and back with a brand new novel, Never Sleep, hitting shelves right now! We’ll talk about that book, and dip into a book he did for Marvel a while back, the super villain crime caper ‘MODOK’s 11’… featuring everyone’s favorite Kirby-created, mega-headed, mecha-baddy! Let’s have some fun! | |||
| 09 Sep 2021 | Episode 123 - “With Paul Kupperberg!” | 01:41:05 | |
Long-time comic book writer and editor Paul Kupperberg joins Tommy & Mike D. to discuss his career, ‘50s DC, the importance of Superman, Vince Colletta, Charlton Comics, early Marvel criticisms, “Jack Vs Stan”, Kirby’s Super Powers’ pencils, Weekly World News, Brooklyn, marble notebooks, and so much more! | |||
| 08 Sep 2022 | Episode 170- “Black Racer” | 01:44:06 | |
This week, we discuss the harbinger of death in the Fourth World, the Black Racer! Debuting in issue 3 of DC’s New Gods series (June 1971), Jack Kirby creates a skiing scourge of the gods, using the Vietnam War as his catalyst. We discuss how to read the Fourth World titles, how war effected the creative process of Kirby and others, Vietnam movies, Mike going back to school, and more! Find all our listening & social media links here: If you like the show, spread the word! Tag a friend, tell a friend, share the flyer! And if you’re listening on Apple, please rate & review the show! Thanks! | |||
| 09 Nov 2023 | Episode 225- “Andy MacDonald Returns!” | 01:48:24 | |
Comic artist Andy McDonald (Marvel, DC, and more!) is back on the show with us, and this time we’re discussing the role original art plays in the livelihood of working comic artists, as well as Jack Kirby’s struggles to get his original art returned from Marvel back in the day. You can find Andy on instagram here: @andymacdeez And also check out his website to purchase some art from him directly (including his sketchbook, tees, stickers, and more!): For all things Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage! You’ll find links to listen to the podcast everywhere, our social media pages, AND, a link to buy a nifty Jacked Kirby tee (or button or coffee mug or sticker or hoody… whatever!) Please share the show and the pages and rate/review us on Apple & Spotify! Spread the Jacked Kirby word! Thanks! | |||
| 16 Sep 2019 | Episode 61- MIKE ZAPCIC! | 01:09:26 | |
Mike & Tommy talk about comics and Kirby with former AMC’s Comic Book Men tv star, seasoned podcaster, con-circuit staple, and current podcast studio magnate MIKE ZAPCIC! We recorded this episode at his A Shared Universe PodcaStudio, and had a great conversation with Mike, touching on everything from his family history with comics, to why he started a podcast recording studio. Mike’s a great guy with an encyclopedic knowledge of comics, so we had a great time with him! Join us! •Music- “Digging Your Scene” by The Blow Monkeys | |||
| 07 Oct 2021 | Episode 127- “Black Magic!” | 01:23:41 | |
Joe Simon and Jack Kirby delve into “the strangest stories ever told” with their Prize Comics anthology book BLACK MAGIC (1950-‘61)… and we discuss it! Mike talks about the Miskatonic Institute, Tommy talks about Dr. Dildo, they both talk about horror anthology movies and tv shows… plus lots more spooky fun on our Jacktober 2021 kick-off episode! | |||
| 18 Apr 2018 | #20 - 5 Things, #2 | 00:51:53 | |
Tommy & Mike pick another five random things about the "King of Comics" that they either love, hate, or are confused by. Random fun! Big laughs! | |||
| 16 Jun 2021 | Episode 112- “With Cullen Bunn!” | 01:16:50 | |
Prolific comic book write CULLEN BUNN joins us for episode 112 to talk of his early comic book influences, Jack Kirby as a writer, grab bags, the Marvel Method, villains, and horror comics! Fun stuff! Follow Cullen on Twitter and Instagram; @cullenbunn And check out his website to see ALL of the stuff he’s currently working on, as well as sign up to his weekly news letter (which includes an original short story every week!) https://www.cullenbunn.com/ For all this Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage! Links to listen and follow our socials are there! www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 24 Oct 2021 | Episode 129- “Devilish Dolls!” | 01:39:37 | |
Steve Carleton & Alil Kunica from The League Of Geekz Podcast join Mike D. & Tommy to discuss the Black Magic tale “My Dolly Is The Devil!” (Prize Comics, November 1950- a Simon & Kirby Production!) Plus, we explore other evil dolls of pop culture in our third spooky Jacktober episode of 2021! (Hey, we fucked up! Just enjoy the show!) For all the Geekz stuff, visit their Facebook page; https://www.facebook.com/ And listen to them here; https://theleagueofgeekz. Also, you can watch these handsome bastards on their YouTube channel; https://m.youtube.com/channel/ For Steve and Alil on Instagram; @boondox_art @theleagueofgeekzalil Follow Mike’s horror-themed IG page; @master_sardus_archive And Tommy’s page (for art & stuff); @tommylombardozzi For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen everywhere AND social media pages, visit our FlowPage; | |||
| 02 Sep 2021 | Episode 122- “With Michael Cho!” | 01:37:04 | |
Artist MICHAEL CHO joins the Jacked Kirby boys to discuss how he went from Korea to Canada, becoming one of the most renowned go-to comic book cover artists of today (with some inspiration from Jack Kirby, of course). We also discuss his friendship with Darwyn Cooke, comics on the big (and small) screens, the importance of good sequential art, Springsteen, and so much more. Follow Michael on Instagram; @michael_cho_art … and visit his website; www.michaelcho.com For all things Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage; www.flow.page/jackedkirby Also, visit our sponsor www.NINEPANEL.com (Instagram; @ninepanel) for all your comic book buying and selling needs! Good shit! | |||
| 07 Aug 2019 | Episode 59- Kirby Q & A (1) | 01:34:24 | |
In this very special episode, Tommy & Mike D. are trying something new by answering Kirby-related questions sent to them by their social media followers and listeners. Lots of good questions sparked lots of good talk! Learning and laughs; it’s The Jacked Kirby way! Have a listen and enjoy! •Music- "Question Freestyle" by Nipsey Hustle | |||
| 24 Jan 2022 | Episode 141- “With Rick Veitch!” | 01:28:29 | |
We have an enlightening conversation with prolific comic book creator RICK VEITCH (Swamp Thing, Brat Pack, 1963, Boy Maximortal, and so much more), touching on comic books as an art form, encouraging creativity, independent comix, Jack Kirby at DC, the pros and cons of self-publishing (and so much more). Great stuff! Rick is on Facebook, and Instagram; @rickveitch He also has an author’s page on Amazon, where you can purchase all of his self-published titles (just search Rick Veitch), and an official website where you can also support his work and buy some books, posters, & t-shirts! www.rickveitch.com For all things Jacked Kirby, including listening links and social media; If you like the show, share the show! And please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts. Thanks! | |||
| 09 Sep 2018 | #32- “The X-Men!” (1963) | 01:57:48 | |
What would become one of Marvel Comics’ most popular franchises had a very slow start in the hands of Stan and Jack. Join Tommy, Mike D., and their very special guest Sam James Jr. of Jamaica as they explore the roots of the X-Men and the impact the title and characters would eventually have on comicdom & pop-culture. •Music- ‘Ex-Factor’ by Lauryn Hill | |||
| 12 Aug 2021 | Episode 119- “Kirby’s Old West” | 01:38:11 | |
We take a trip back to the Wild West, discussing Jack Kirby’s foray into western comics and what makes the genre so everlasting. We talk western movies and tv along with different eras of western comics. Mount up! For all things Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage! www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 14 Apr 2019 | Episode 50- “This is 50!” | 00:59:04 | |
Fifty episodes! Yowza! Mike D. & Tommy discuss the past, present, and future of The Jacked Kirby Podcast in the unique fashion you’ve come to know and love! •Music- “Slow Down” by Bobby Valentino | |||
| 06 Jan 2022 | Episode 138- “With Dave Proch!” | 01:28:04 | |
For our first episode of 2022, we’re joined by Philly artist DAVE PROCH to talk Kirby, comics as literature, nostalgia, visual impacts, art, historical inaccuracies, and the Roku TV docuseries ‘Slugfest’! It’s a heated, passionate debate with the love of comics and the truth of Jack Kirby as its center! Follow Dave on Instagram; @dave_proch And check out his shop; daveproch.bigcartel.com Support living artists! For Mike D’s horror IG; @master_sardus_archive For Tommy on IG; @tommylombardozzi And for all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen and ALL social media, visit our FlowPage! www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 30 Jun 2021 | Episode 114- “With Brian Cronin!” | 01:48:04 | |
Brian Cronin is the long time senior writer for Comic Book Resources (CBR.com), and he joins us to talk about the social media effects on fandom, Stan Lee’s place in history, variant covers, the state of the comic book industry, politics in comics, and of course, Jack Kirby! It’s a great conversation with a guy who has been writing about comics for almost twenty years! Find Brian on CBR at this link; He’s also on Twitter; @Brian_Cronin @csbg For all things Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage; | |||
| 27 Mar 2019 | Episode 49- Shazammin’ It Up! | 01:47:14 | |
It’s the original Captain Marvel! Ed O’Hare from THE DC TV REPORT podcast talks to Mike D. & TL about the Captain and Jack Kirby and Joe Simon’s singular work on the character in 1941’s Whiz Comics, as well as a whole bunch more comic book and DC tv show fun leading up to the release of the Shazam! movie! Shout outs and good clean laughs are also included in our 49th episode! Tell yer friends! •Music- “Shazam! Rap” by Daddyphatsnaps | |||
| 08 Jun 2022 | Episode 159- “With Jodie Royak!” | 01:17:22 | |
San Diego pop-artist JODIE ROYAK joins the boys for a conversation about making new art from old art, early San Diego Comic Con adventures, Image Comics’ creators, Kirby’s dynamic art, and being influenced by (and meeting) The King! Great guy, great artist, & great conversation! Have a listen! Follow Jodie on Instagram to see his work and his process videos: @royakstudio And visit his website for even more of his art: He takes commissions! For all things Jacked Kirby, including our social media pages and podcast listening links, visit our FlowPage! www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you like the show, share the show! | |||
| 15 Jun 2022 | Episode 160 -"Manhunter" | 01:11:28 | |
We discuss the Golden Age character Manhunter, and his many reinventions over the years! We also speculate about the thought process behind DC’s First Issue Special series from the ‘70s, and shoot the shit about plans we have for the show in the near future! Fun stuff! If you like the show, please share the show! You can find all things Jacked Kirby- including links to listen everywhere AND our social media pages- on our FlowPage; www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 28 Apr 2021 | Episode 105- “5 Things, #6” | 02:21:50 | |
It’s been a while since we’ve done one of our 5 Things episodes, but it’s back! Mike D. & Tommy each bring a list of 5 Jack Kirby-related things they like, dislike, recommend, or downright loathe... and hi-jinks ensue. Fun stuff! If you like the show, share the show! Visit our FlowPage to listen & follow us everywhere! www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 03 Sep 2020 | Episode 80- “Strange Tales with Taboo!” | 01:05:14 | |
Mike D. & Tommy finally record in-person after so many months, discussing the 1960 Kirby/Lieber/Lee creature made of muck, TABOO, from Marvel’s Strange Tales! Fun, dopey stuff! Tommy tells a tale of ripping his shorts, and Mike speaks on his love of the Halloween season while also discussing his new schlock-horror-themed Instagram page @master_sardus_archive! It’s a fun one, so have a listen! | |||
| 01 May 2018 | #21- Infinity Fever! | 01:08:33 | |
‘Avengers: Infinity War’ is upon us! Although Jack didn’t create Thanos, he created or co-created a ton of characters appearing in the new Russo Bros.’ MCU movie... so Mike D. & Tommy are gonna talk about ‘em in this episode! | |||
| 05 Oct 2023 | Episode 220- “Cat People!” | 01:23:06 | |
It’s October, and we’re kickin’ off a month of our annual spooky-themed Jacktober episodes with a Simon & Kirby pre-code 1953 story from Prize Comics’ Black Magic issue 27, “The Cat People!” Gypsies! Cat creatures! Cat movies! Cat fun!!! To listen to Jacked Kirby everywhere, and to follow our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: There’s also a link there to purchase a suave Jacked Kirby t-shirt, so get one! If you like the show, share the show! Tag a friend, tell a friend, share the flyer, spread the word! And please rate/review the show on Apple (or wherever else you can rate & review it!) Thanks! | |||
| 24 Mar 2022 | Episode 148- “Fin Fang Foom!” | 01:18:04 | |
It’s the Marvel monster-turned-Marvel Comics’ staple villain, everyone’s favorite extraterrestrial Asian dragon, FIN FANG FOOM! Mike D. & Tommy discuss the character’s pre-Marvel superheroes introduction and his future integration into the Marvel universe proper! Plus the Cold War and it’s effects on comic book and movie storytelling, and the usual Jacked Kirby shenanigans you know and love! Find listening links and our social media pages here; www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you’re listening on Apple, please rate and review the show… and as always, if you like the show, SHARE THE SHOW! Thanks! | |||
| 19 Apr 2023 | Episode 196- “With Matthew Allison!” | 01:38:06 | |
Matthew Allison is the creator of the comics Cankor and Sweet Sepulcher… and a fan of “King” Kirby! He joins us this week to discuss his work, Jack’s work, art, what inspires his creations, and everything else! | |||
| 22 Oct 2020 | Episode 85- “Monster From The Lost Lagoon!” | 01:57:42 | |
Jacktober 2020 continues, as we discuss a Fantastic Four yarn with a link back to a classic Universal monster! Tommy & Mike D. are joined by pop-culture curator (and their uber-production guy) Rob Martin to discuss FF issue 97 (1970), “The Monster From The Lost Lagoon”! We get deep into scary movies, the creation of Universal’s “Gill-Man”, the cause and effects of horror films through the decades, the pros and cons of pop-culture fandom, and of course, Jack Kirby comics! It’s a fun one! To listen, look at, and follow Jacked Kirby everywhere, click HERE! | |||
| 09 Aug 2022 | Episode 167- “Goom!” | 01:46:27 | |
We’re joined this week by our friend Jarred Smith, an artist and comic book creator, to discuss the Marvel monster Goom! He’s a favorite over here at Jacked Kirby, and Jarred’s a big fan too, so we figured we’d have a little fun discussing this alien from Planet X who’s been around since 1961! Follow Jarred on Instagram: @sassafrassdoom There, you can find a link to check out his comics! Do it up! For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen to the podcast AND our social media pages, visit: And if you like the show, share the show! Tell a friend, tag a friend, spread the word! | |||
| 10 Oct 2022 | Episode 175- “With Skinner!” | 01:56:51 | |
For our big 175th episode, and our first Jacktober’22 episode of the season, we’re joined by pop-artist SKINNER! We discuss his Northern California antique shop comic buying roots, how Kirby created trends in comics, some age old Jack & Stan talk, M.O.D.O.K., the Hulk, monsters, horror flicks of our youth, and lots more! It’s a fun episode with some laughs and some scares with a cool, creative dude! For Skinner on the internet, follow his IG page: @theartofskinner And visit his website: www.theartofskinner.com He’s got a lot of irons in a lot of creative fires, so get on board! For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen everywhere and our social media pages visit: | |||
| 18 Dec 2018 | Episode 40 - Our Worst Episode Yet! | 00:58:17 | |
Welcome to Episode 40... our worst episode yet! Mike D. & Tommy were tired and ill prepared while trying to deliver an episode focusing on some random characters Jack worked on during his last days at DC Comics in the mid-‘70s. There are audible yawns, unrelated tangents, rapping, good hearty laughs, and shout outs! (Hey, they can’t all be winners, folks.) •Music- “Get Money” by Junior M.A.F.I.A. | |||
| 17 Feb 2022 | Episode 144- “Kirby Q&A Again!” | 01:49:18 | |
TL & Mike D. answer Jack Kirby-related questions submitted by our loyal listeners! There’s a bunch of great ones here, so grab a beer, a cup of coffee, or a Cadre Cola, pull up to your art desk or settle in for your daily commute, and spend time with your buddies as we enlighten and entertain you! If you like the show, please share the show. Spread the word! And if you’re listening on Apple, please rate & review the show! Links to listen and our social media can be found here; www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 25 Jan 2024 | Episode 234- “Sky Masters!” | 01:25:41 | |
Rand Hoppe and Tom Kraft of the Jack Kirby Museum and Research Center join us this week to discuss their latest project/fundraiser, Sky Masters of the Space Force – The Complete Sundays Strips in Color (1959-1960)! We talk about the strip’s history, why and how the Kirby Museum decided to make it their first published project, and more! It’s always insightful and fun talking to the guys from the Museum, so have a listen and enjoy! AND, check out the fundraiser/order a book at www.KIRBYMUSEUM.org To follow the Kirby Museum on Instagram; @jackkirbymuseum For Tom; @tomjkraft For Rand; @rand.hoppe For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen on all podcast platforms and our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: www.flow.page/jackedkirby. There’s also a link there to purchase a fantastic Jacked Kirby t-shirt, so go get yourself one! If you like the show, share the show! Tag a friend, tell a friend, share the flyer and spread the word! Also, please rate/review the show on Apple (or wherever else you can rate & review it!) and support the Kirby Museum! Go buy something from their site! GET IN THERE!!! | |||
| 09 Jan 2019 | Episode 42- The Incredible Hulk (1962) | 01:06:30 | |
Dr. Bruce Banner is the Green Goliath... actually, the Gray Goliath! What?! Join Tommy & Mike D. for the first Jacked Kirby episode of 2019, wherein they discuss the first six issues of Marvel Comic’s The Incredible Hulk (1962)... before some major changes occurred. •Music- “Nobody Loves the Hulk” by The Traits | |||
| 06 Apr 2022 | Episode 150- “Super Powers with Tom Scioli!” | 01:34:42 | |
Episode 150- “Super Powers with Tom Scioli!” Our friend Tom Scioli is back on the show to celebrate our big one-fifty by talking DC’s early-‘80s SUPER POWERS! The toys, the comics, Kirby’s last series work, and our memories of it all! We’re happy to have done 150 episodes of the show, and we’re glad Tom could join us to celebrate! Listen, enjoy, tell yer friends! Thank you, everyone! Follow Tom on Instagram: @tom_scioli On Twitter: @tomscioli And check out his Patreon to support his upcoming projects and get lots of cool shit! For all links to listen to Jacked Kirby, plus our social media pages, visit our FlowPage: If you’re listening on Apple, please rate and review the show! And as always, spread the word! Peace! | |||
| 24 Jan 2019 | Episode 43- O.M.A.C.: One Man Army Corps | 01:17:59 | |
Let’s take a trip to the future with The King! Mike D. & Tommy are joined by their pal Joey Armao to discuss Jack Kirby’s 1974 DC Comic’s series OMAC, the One Man Army Corps! Laughs are had and Jack’s vision of the future is explored by the boys in this fun-filled forty-third episode of the show! •Music- “In the Year 2525” by Zager and Evans | |||
| 05 May 2022 | Episode 154- “With Jerry Ordway!” | 01:50:23 | |
Episode 154- “With Jerry Ordway!” | |||
| 01 Feb 2023 | Episode 185- “Mangog!” with George O’Connor | 01:22:02 | |
Our good friend and creator of the best-selling ‘Olympians’ graphic novel series George O’Connor joins Mike D. & Tommy (fresh out of the hospital- again) to discuss the quintessential Kirby monster of Asgard, MANGOG! A favorite of ours here at Jacked Kirby! Have a listen, learn, and laugh! Speaking of laughs, check out the podcast George co-hosts with comic artist Reilly Brown, Hypothetical Island, available where all the good podcasts can be heard! Give ‘em a listen and a follow on IG: @hypotheticalisland And follow George on IG: @thegeorgeoconnor You can also check out George’s website: www.georgeoconnorbooks.com For all things Jacked Kirby, including listening links and social media links, visit our FlowPage: www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you like the show, share the show! Tag a friend, tell a friend, spread the word! And please rate/review the show on Apple (or wherever else you can rate & review it! Get in there!) Thanks! | |||
| 26 Sep 2018 | #34- “Jack’s Turtle Power!” | 01:33:11 | |
Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird created the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as independent comic book characters, and they would go on to become world-wide phenomenons! What’s Jack Kirby have to do with the TMNT?! Listen to this episode to find out! TL & Mike D. invite special guest Chris Sorrentino of Super Live Adventure Podcast to talk about Jack’s influence (and even appearances) on/in the Turtles’ world! Hi-jinx ensue! •Music- ‘Dance of the Platypus’ by the Wahoo Skiffle Crazies | |||
| 21 Jul 2022 | Episode 164- “The Lost Kirby Stories!” | 01:34:10 | |
Author, researcher, and lifelong comic book fan CHRIS TOLWORTHY joins us from Scotland to discuss his book The Lost Jack Kirby Stories. It’s a fascinating and painstakingly researched piece that explores Kirby’s intentions as a storyteller during the early years of the Marvel Comics Universe, and we touch on certain instances from the book and the comics that prove that Jack Kirby was more than “just the artist”. It’s a great conversation that we know you won’t want to miss! You can buy the book here: https://www.lulu.com/shop/ For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen to the show everywhere, and our Instagram and Facebook pages, visit: If you enjoy the show, spread the word! Tell a friend, tag a friend! And rate/review us on Apple! Thanks! | |||
| 24 Feb 2021 | Episode 96- “Wanda & Peter” | 01:23:52 | |
Episode 96- “Wanda & Peter” ‘WandaVision’ fever has taken ahold of the Jacked Kirby boys! Mike D. & TL decide to explore the use of Wanda & Peter Maximoff on film and TV, while also discussing their comic book debut in Marvel’s Uncanny X-Men issue 4 (1964)! Also, Jack & Stan’s push for diversity, comics on the big and small screen, internet speculation, and lots more! | |||
| 01 Jan 2018 | #13 - 5 Things, #1 | 00:53:41 | |
Mike D & TL introduce a new feature called "5 Things", where they talk about five random things they each love (or hate) regarding The King's work... and Tommy attempts a German accent! | |||
| 17 May 2021 | Episode 108- “WITH JEFF SMITH!” | 01:18:57 | |
Episode 108- “WITH JEFF SMITH!” Award-winning cartoonist JEFF SMITH, creator of the the books Bone, RASL, and the upcoming Tuki: Fight For Fire, joins Tommy & Mike D. for a spirited, candid conversation about creating epic comics, discovering Jack Kirby, Hollywood & comic book adaptations, classic comic strips, and so much more! It was a really great time talking with Jeff, and now YOU get to listen to a really great episode! Visit Jeff’s website: And follow Jeff’s official Instagram: For all things JACKED KIRBY, visit our FlowPage: | |||
| 31 Mar 2021 | “Episode 101- “The Origin Of Galactus” | 01:36:28 | |
Guest Young James West talks with us about the who, what, & why of Marvel Comics’ resident devourer of worlds, Galactus! (As discussed in 1969’s The Mighty Thor issues 168/169.) We also complain about ‘Zack Snyder’s Justice League’! It’s a fun-filled time, so join us! To follow us everywhere, check out our FlowPage; www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you like the show, share the show! Thanks! | |||
| 20 Jan 2022 | Episode 140- “The Thing Enslaved!” | 01:22:47 | |
Mole Man! Skrulls! Autographs! Spaceships! Ray guns! Kidnappings! UnEarthly galactic gladiator battles! Prohibition-era gangsters! Family dynamics! And of course, the ever-lovin’ blue-eyed THING! Tommy & Mike D. discuss Marvel Comics’ Fantastic Four issues 90-93 (1969) by Jack Kirby and Stan Lee. If you like the show, share the show! Visit our FlowPage for links to listen AND our social media; www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 28 Jul 2022 | Episode 165- “SDCC ‘22 Announcements!” | 02:22:17 | |
It’s a bit of a departure for us, as we’re joined by Steve Carleton (co-host of The Geekz Podcast) to discuss at length some current pop-culture news, specifically Marvel Studio’s project announcements from last week’s San Diego Comic Con! What are we looking forward to? What are we skeptical of? Will we see any new Kirby characters on screen?! Have a listen and find out! Also, Eisner Awards! Check out The Geekz Podcast (formerly The League of Geekz) wherever you can listen to podcasts (make sure you search Geekz with a Z!) And find Steve and his art on Instagram at @boondox_art For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen to the show everywhere, and our Instagram and Facebook pages, visit: If you enjoy the show, spread the word! Tell a friend, tag a friend! And rate/review us on Apple! Thanks! | |||
| 23 May 2024 | Episode 248- “With Nik Virella!” | 02:09:16 | |
This week, comic book artist NIK VIRELLA joins the fellas for a conversation about women in comics, working on legacy characters, AI controversy/anger, fandom, Jack Kirby, and more! If you don’t know Nicole’s work, you definitely should! She’s worked for Marvel, DC, Disney… and now she can add Jacked Kirby Podcast guest to her résumé! Lucky lady! You can follow Nik on Instagram; @nikvirella, On Twitter/X: @niK_IT And check out her online portfolio here; You can find all things Jacked Kirby (including links to listen on all platforms, our social media pages, and where to get your very own classy Jacked Kirby t-shirt) on our FlowPage; If you like the show, please share the show! Repost a flyer, share an IG post, tell a friend, tag a friend, etc. And of course, rate and review us on Apple or wherever the hell else you can rate and review podcasts! Thanks! | |||
| 17 Jul 2017 | #5 - The Jacked Kirby Art Show LIVE | 01:21:02 | |
Mike D & Tommy are joined by Nelson DeCastro, Vin Ferrante & Rand Hoppe at the FIRST EVER live recording of the Jacked Kirby Podcast! | |||
| 24 Jun 2021 | Episode 113- “Loki!” | 01:38:40 | |
Big Al Accettura is back on the show talkin’ with us about the Asgardian god of mischief, LOKI! Ancient mythologies, religion, classic storytelling techniques, Tom Hiddleston, Al’s age, the TVA, Quantum Leap, the MCU, & the new Disney+ Loki series are also discussed! Have a listen and enjoy, mortals of Midgard! Check out Alfred’s art on his Instagram page; @al_boulder For all the Jacked Kirby links, visit our FlowPage! www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you like the show, share the show! And if you are listening on apple podcasts, please write and review the show! Thank you! | |||
| 11 Aug 2020 | Episode 78 - KIRBYCOVERS | 01:36:58 | |
Vin Iadevaia runs the popular Instagram account @KIRBYCOVERS, where he shares scans of the covers from his ever-growing collection of Jack Kirby comics! Tommy & Mike D. have a fun conversation with Vin, talking about their favorite and least favorite Kirby covers, Vin’s collection, comic book documentaries, and lots more! | |||
| 29 Sep 2022 | Episode 173- “With Keith Williams!” | 01:19:59 | |
This week we talk to veteran comic book artist KEITH WILLIAMS! A fellow Brooklynite, we get into his origin story that includes drawing in project hallways, studying comic book art at SVA, Will Eisner, the Marvel Bullpen, and working with a slew of comic book greats! We also discuss Vince Colletta & the unsung importance of the inker, working the con circuit, the benefits of kindness, and of course Jack Kirby! A great conversation with a great guy! You can find Keith on Instagram at @keithwilliamscomicbookart Go give him a follow, and visit his table at a comic con near you! All Jacked Kirby stuff (links to listen everywhere and links to our social media pages) can be found here: www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you like the show, share the show! Spread the word by tagging a friend, telling a friend, and sharing the flyer & FlowPage link! And if you’re listening on Apple, please rate and review the show! Thanks! | |||
| 04 Mar 2018 | #14 - Welcome to Wakanda | 01:30:13 | |
Tommy and Mike D. talk the Black Panther with their pal Joey Armao. The discussion starts with Jack Kirby's original concept drawing and leads up to the Marvel Studios' hit movie... with lots of twists and turns along the way! Music- "Bloody Waters" -Kendrick Lamar, Ab-Soul, Anderson Paak, & James Blake) | |||
| 22 Sep 2022 | Episode 172- “Kirby Complaints!” | 01:50:14 | |
Our old friend and frequent Jacked Kirby guest Joey Armao Esq. joins us this week to discuss the instances in movies and TV show where Kirby’s creations have been done dirty! Listen to three middle-aged men complain about things they shouldn’t really be concerned with! Fun times! Joey can be found on Instagram: @joeyarmao Follow Mike’s horror IG: @master_sardus_archive And Tommy: @tommylombardozzi Jacked Kirby stuff (links to listen everywhere and links to our social media pages) can be found here: www.flow.page/ If you like the show, share the show! Spread the word by tagging a friend, telling a friend, and sharing the flyer & FlowPage link! And if you’re listening on Apple, please rate and review the show! Thanks! | |||
| 09 Jun 2021 | Episode 111- “Gettin’ Literary with Maurice Carlos Ruffin!” | 01:29:44 | |
Award-winning author of the novel We Cast A Shadow (and lifelong comic book fan) MAURICE CARLOS RUFFIN talks comics, race, influence, southern hospitality, Chris Claremont’s X-Men, the heart of Ben Grimm, the ideals of Captain America, and the importance of comics as literature... and much more! It was a fun conversation with a great dude, and we hope you have as much fun listening to it as we had recording it! Follow Maurice on Instagram HERE! https://instagram.com/ And make sure you buy his book, We Cast A Shadow... available wherever books can be bought! For all things Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage! www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 21 Jan 2020 | Episode 65- The Demon | 01:30:14 | |
For the first Jacked Kirby episode of the new decade, Mike D. and Tommy discuss the King’s seminal supernatural DC Comics creation, Etrigan the Demon! Also, comic book movies at the Oscars! •Music- “Am I Demon” by Danzig | |||
| 22 Aug 2024 | Episode 258- “Summer Special!” | 01:54:04 | |
This week it’s out Summer Special, wherein the fellas decide to risk it all by going swimming right after lunch… that is to say, jumping in with no topic, no theme, and no floatation device! Will they swim like gold medal Olympians and deliver a fun-filled episode you’ll remember forever… or will they be brought under by a Great White, forcing you all to live on memorializing what could have been a great episode? Listen and find out! If you like the show, spread the word! Tag a friend, share a flyer, send a link! Also, rate and review us wherever you can rate and review us! You can find links to listen to the show on several podcast platforms as well as links to our social media pages AND a link to buy a Jacked Kirby tee here: www.flow.page/jackedkirby | |||
| 07 Dec 2023 | Episode 229- “Our Holiday Special: Revisited!” | 01:22:30 | |
We got a little busy this week with holiday things and other commitments, so we’re going to be re-airing a past holiday episode of Jacked Kirby from December 2018! | |||
| 05 May 2021 | Episode 106- “Kirby’s Pop Art!” with L‘Amour Supreme | 02:09:50 | |
Artist L’Amour Supreme joins Tommy & Mike D. to for a deep, sometimes philosophical conversation about interconnectedness, the rise of pop-art, Pushead, comics, Jack Kirby’s cosmic influence, Mikhail Bortnik, NFTs, and how the love of art and “King” Kirby brought the three of us to the here and now... all on L’Amour’s birthday! Awesome stuff. Follow L’Amour on Instagram HERE! https://instagram.com/ Support living artists; buy some shit! Find all of Jacked Kirby’s socials and listening links on our FlowPage! www.flow.page/jackedkirby Rate, review, and if you like the show, share the show! Thanks! Also, visit WWW.CCD.NYC | |||
| 29 Jun 2023 | Episode 206- “Kirby At Marvel: The Book!” | 01:23:05 | |
Author MICHAEL HILL joins the program this week to discuss his new book ‘Kirby At Marvel: Volume 1 1956-1963’. This is Michael’s second book examining Jack Kirby’s work, so he’s done his research and he has a lot to say! | |||
| 14 Oct 2020 | Episode 84- “Groot from Planet X!” | 01:20:35 | |
“... for I am Groot, overlord of all the timber in the galaxy!” Jacktober continues as Tommy & Mike D. talk about the monstrous beginnings of what would become everyone’s favorite monosyllabic tree creature, GROOT! (Tales To Astonish issue 13- 1960.) We discuss how a one-off creature can become so beloved, continuity in comics and how it possibly hurts storytelling, and we recommend some movies that feature evil trees! Fun shit! Follow Jacked Kirby on Instagram! | |||
| 25 Aug 2022 | Episode 168- “The Frightful Four!” | 01:22:15 | |
Introduced in Fantastic Four issue 36 (December, 1964) the OTHER FF, the FRIGHTFUL FOUR, would go on to play a big role in the original 102 issue run of the original Jack Kirby & Stan Lee Fantastic Four series! Marvel world building at its best! Plus, we discuss our Patreon (coming soon!), Wrestlemania II, current creators breathing new life into old characters, and Belinda Carlisle in Playboy! Find links to listen, and our social media pages, HERE: www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you like the show, share the show! Tell a friend, rage a friend, and rate & review us on Apple! Thanks, guys! | |||
| 03 Jul 2024 | Episode 253- “Boy Commandos Intro!” | 01:52:47 | |
To celebrate July 4th here in the good ol’ US of A, Mike D. & Tommy are joined by their good friend (and friend to the show) JOEY ARMAO! Yes, the Clitigator returns so we can discuss the very first appearance of Joe Simon & Jack Kirby’s BOY COMMANDOS, wayyyy back in DC’s Detective Comics issue 64 (June 1942). A product of the American Patriotism surrounding WWII, the Commandos are an appropriate subject for the holiday. Plus, we discuss July Fourths of our youth! Fun stuff. | |||
| 01 Dec 2022 | Episode 182- “All The Shields!” With Jesse Simon | 01:27:33 | |
JESSE SIMON returns to the show to talk about characters that Jack Kirby and Jesse’s grandfather (comic book legend Joe Simon) created who use shields as weapons… and from there we discuss his own upcoming superhero comic, ShieldMaster! Jesse is a young fella who knows his comic book history, and he always shines some light on the Simon & Kirby relationship, so you know you’re in for a treat! Follow Jesse on Instagram: @simon_comics And the ShieldMaster page is: @shieldmastercomics Go give those pages a follow, and check out what Jesse & Jim Simon are up to! For all things Jacked Kirby, including listening links and our social media pages, visit If you’re listening on Apple, please rate and review the show! And if you enjoy the show, PLEASE SHARE IT! Spread the word, tag a friend, tell a friend! | |||
| 05 Jul 2018 | #27- “Year One: The Recap” | 01:11:06 | |
It’s been a year since the podcast kicked off! Join Tommy & Mike D. as they talk about the show’s beginnings... and its future! From Instagram to iTunes, with old friends and new, the fellas wax on about their mutual love for Kirby & talk about the past year’s experiences doing the show... while also making jokes about Gary’s dick. Nice. •Music- ‘One Year Of Love’ by Queen | |||
| 27 Mar 2025 | Episode 280- “Quasimodo And The Surfer!” | 01:13:08 | |
Hot on the heels of last week’s episode, we’re jumping back into a Fantastic Four Annual (annual 5 from summer of ‘67) and the return of Quasimodo in the very first Silver Surfer solo story, "The Peerless Power of the Silver Surfer"! We bust it down, explore the cosmos, & have some laughs all in the patented Jacked Kirby style you know and love! For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen everywhere, our social media pages, and a place to buy yourself a stellar Jacked Kirby t-shirt, visit our FlowPage: www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you like the show, share the show! Spread the word! And make sure you rate and review us wherever you can! Thanks, kids! | |||
| 14 Dec 2023 | Episode 230- “With Pat Olliffe!” | 01:10:25 | |
Episode 230- “With Pat Olliffe!” This week we’re joined by veteran comic book artist PAT OLLIFFE! We’re so glad to finally have Pat on the show, talking about his career in comics, the new Secret Wars title (on stands now!), music, Xmas movies, and of course King Kirby! With 30 years in the industry, Pat has a lot of insight! To follow Pat online, visit his website There you’ll find links to all of his social media pages (IG, Twitter/X, Facebook), plus information about buying and commissioning original art! For all things Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage; You’ll find everything you need right there! And don’t forget to rate and review us on Apple! Thanks, kids! | |||
| 18 Nov 2021 | Episode 132- “Eternally, Kirby Live!” | 01:10:32 | |
This episode was recorded live on November 13th 2021 at the Kirby Museum pop-up event “Eternally, Kirby: From Ragnarök to Rebirth” in NYC, featuring Rand Hoppe and Tom Kraft from the Kirby Museum, and our friends Alfred Accettura and George O’Connor! We discuss Kirby’s career-spanning “gods” work, themes, and stories, how they’ve appeared on film, our favorite Kirby “gods”, and more! Visit the Jack Kirby Museum & Research Center to support the great work they’re doing (buy some merch!) and see what they’re up to next!; www.kirbymuseum.org IG @kirbymuseum For Rand & Tom on IG; @rand.hoppe @spacekraftstudios Follow George on IG and check out his book series The Olympians; @thegeorgeoconnor For Big Al on IG; @al_boulder For Tommy; @tommylombardozzi For Mike; @mike_ccd @master_sardus_archive And of course, you can find all things JACKED KIRBY, including links to listen everywhere AND our social media pages, on our FlowPage: | |||
| 26 Jan 2022 | Episode 142- “With Jimmy Palmiotti!” | 01:50:15 | |
Brooklyn boy and prolific comic book creator JIMMY PALMIOTTI joins the fellas for an epic conversation about fandom, growing up in Brooklyn, comic cons, pop culture, inking, writing, Marvel Knights, Hollywood, horror, and ‘Being The Ricardos’. We also squeeze a little Kirby talk in there, and Jimmy does a really great Stan Lee impression! Fun stuff! Jimmy is on Instagram @jimmypalmiotti and Twitter @jpalmiotti You can also visit his website www.paperfilms.com for all things Palmiotti, including original art purchasing! For Jacked Kirby links to listen and social media pages, visit our FlowPage; Rate & review us on Apple Podcasts! Thanks! | |||
| 21 Aug 2018 | #30- “Jack, Ant-Man, & The Wasp!” | 01:24:55 | |
Marvel Studios’ latest movie is the superhero hit ‘Ant-Man & The Wasp’. Joined by Tommy’s brother Michael, Mike D. and TL delve into the histories of both characters and also guess as to the fate of Ant-Man in the MCU! •Music- ‘I Wish’ by Skee-Lo | |||
| 16 Sep 2021 | Episode 124- “Gorgilla!” | 01:25:52 | |
We discuss one of our favorite Kirby beasts, Gorgilla! Introduced in Marvel’s anthology book Tales To Astonish (issue 12, October 1960), Gorgilla would have a long history in Marvel’s comic universe, but he debuted here! We also talk about white people and space travel, ‘50s anthology comics, Tone Lōc, and, we recommend some monkey movies for you to watch! For links to listen and our socials, visit our FlowPage; | |||
| 07 Jul 2021 | Episode 115- "Introducing M.O.D.O.K.!" | 01:10:36 | |
We take a look at the debut of M.O.D.O.K. (Mechanized Organism Designed For all of our listening links and social media pages, visit our FlowPage; www.flow.page/jackedkirby If you enjoy the show, tell yer friends! And please rate and review us on Apple Podcasts! Thanks! | |||
| 21 Jun 2024 | Episode 252- “Jack Does Jimmy!” | 01:36:34 | |
This week we check out Jack Kirby’s first comic work with DC after leaving Marvel, Superman’s Pal Jimmy Olsen issue 133 (October 1970)… with special guest BRIAN KLIEN of The Source Pages Podcast! It’s some wacky stuff, and Kirby’s introduction to what would become his “Fourth World”, so what did we think? Listen and find out! | |||
| 25 May 2022 | Episode 157- “With Randy Emberlin!” | 01:47:58 | |
Artist & long-time comics pro RANDY EMBERLIN joins the boys for a conversation about his comic book career and how he got there, Portland’s talented gene pool, classic comic book making, teaching art, and meeting The King! We had alotta fun talking with Randy! Check it out! Randy can be found on Instagram: @randyemberlin And you can visit his website! www.randyemberlin.com He does commissions! For all of Jacked Kirby’s listening links and social media pages, visit our FlowPage! If you like the show, please share the show! Spread the word! Thanks! | |||
| 12 Apr 2018 | #19 - Jack Visits The Chamber of Dakness | 00:52:40 | |
Hosts Mike D. and TL talk about Jack Kirby's two stories in issues 4 & 5 of the Marvel anthology series 'Chamber of Darkness' (from 1970). Added bonus; Mike sings '90s r'n'b! | |||
| 25 Jul 2024 | Episode 255- “The Many Faces Of… “ | 01:37:48 | |
This week, ANDREW POST & DAVE WEXLER join us to discuss their new art project ‘zine ‘The Many Faces Of Jack Kirby’! What inspired them to make it? What’s their relationship with Kirby’s work? What do his art and creations mean to them? Listen and find out!!! You can contact Dave through his Instagram page (@west_coast_davengers) to get the ‘zine! Plus, follow him AND Andrew (@andrewp_cc) to check out all they’re up to (art, podcasts, comic book collecting, etc! Fun shit!) For all things Jacked Kirby, including links to listen to the podcast everywhere, links to our social media pages, AND a link to score yourself a stylish tee, visit; If you like the show, spread the word! Share a flyer, tag a friend, tell a friend! And rate and review us wherever you can! Thanks! | |||
| 07 Mar 2024 | Episode 239- “Street Code” with Dean Haspiel! | 01:58:16 | |
Our buddy and award-winning comic book creator Dean Haspiel joins us this week to discuss Jack Kirby’s autobiographical story ‘Street Code’… while also telling us about his most recent work/Kickstarter campaign for his latest project ‘THE RED HOOK X DEAN HASPIEL’… which is also autobiographical! Wowza! It’s always a great time when the boys shoot the shit with Dino, so grab your favorite beverage, sit back, and enjoy! Follow Dean on Instagram: @deanhaspiel_art And check out his Substack, too! You’ll find the link to support his Kickstarter on either, so get in there! For all things Jacked Kirby… like links to listen to the podcast on all platforms, our social media pages, and a link to buy a tee… visit our FlowPage: Please rate and review us on Apple or anywhere you can rate and review the show, and as always, SPREAD THE WORD! If you like the show, share the show! Thanks! | |||
| 17 Aug 2023 | Episode 213- “Summer Vacation!” | 01:15:56 | |
With a few more weeks of August left, Tommy & Mike D. are guest-free for this episode, having an easy, breezy conversation about what they’ve been up to this summer. Grab a cold lemonade or a strong beer and join us! For all things Jacked Kirby, visit our FlowPage: There, you can find various links to listen to the show, links to our social media pages, and a link to buy a fashionable Jacked Kirby t-shirt! Get in there! And as always, please share the show! Forward a flyer, tag a friend, spread the world! Thanks, kids! | |||
| 14 Mar 2024 | Episode 240- “TOXL!” | 01:13:56 | |
This week we get right in there with Jack Kirby’s entry for DC’s Weird Mystery Tales issue 2, ‘Toxl, The World Killer!’. We’ve discussed this story on the podcast many years ago, but this time we’re doing a deep dive into this really fun story that was originally intended for Kirby’s Spirit World comics magazine. Join us! For all things Jacked Kirby… like links to listen to the podcast on all platforms, our social media pages, and a link to buy a tee… visit our FlowPage: Please rate and review us on Apple or anywhere you can rate and review the show, and as always, SPREAD THE WORD! If you like the show, share the show! Thanks! | |||
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