This week on The Marvelists, Mike Carbonaro returns to talk about the upcoming Big Apple Comic Con scheduled to take place at the New Yorker Hotel on March 25th and 26th.

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Mike Carbo of Big Apple Comic Con Returns Again

This week on The Marvelists, Peter and Eddie explore the evolution of Marvel’s vibrant visuals with a special guest: Kenneth Giordano, a trailblazing pioneer in digital coloring. As co-founder of Pixel Craft, Kenneth revolutionized comic book production in the early 1990s by developing software, enabling personal computers to output files for digital image setters—ushering Marvel into a new era of color printing. In this exclusive interview, Kenneth shares untold stories from his time working with Marvel, including how his innovations expanded the publisher’s color palette to 125 shades and influenced iconic titles during the Fresh Start era and beyond. From Spider-Man’s webs to Venom’s symbiote sheen, discover how Giordano’s tech transformed the pages we know and love. Join us for a fascinating look at the unsung heroes behind Marvel’s art!

Coloring the Marvel Universe with Kenneth Giordano

This week on The Marvelists presents Catholic Guilt - A Daredevil Born Again Podcast, the boys dive into the gripping seventh episode of Daredevil: Born Again, titled "Art for Art’s Sake." Returning to speak with Peter and Eddie is Mitch Hallock, the mastermind behind Terrificon, one of the premier comic conventions in the U.S.! Mitch brings his infectious enthusiasm and deep comic book knowledge to the table as they unpack the latest chapter in Matt Murdock’s journey. Terrificon, celebrating its 10th anniversary, will take place August 8-10, 2025, at Mohegan Sun in Uncasville, Connecticut—mark your calendars for a weekend packed with comic creators, celebrity guests, and superhero-sized fun!

Catholic Guilt - A Daredevil Born Again Podcast- Episode 7

In this gripping finale episode of Catholic Guilt: A Daredevil Born Again Podcast, hosts Peter and Eddie dive headfirst into the explosive season closer of Daredevil: Born Again, Episode 9, "Straight to Hell." Matt Murdock (Charlie Cox) faces his darkest hour as Mayor Wilson Fisk (Vincent D’Onofrio) tightens his iron grip on New York City, unleashing chaos and martial law. The Marvelists unpack the jaw-dropping return of Frank Castle/The Punisher (Jon Bernthal) and Karen Page (Deborah Ann Woll), dissecting their emotional reunions with Matt and the ideological clash between Daredevil’s no-kill code and Punisher’s brutal justice. 

With Fisk’s “Safer Streets” initiative plunging the city into darkness and Matt assembling a resistance at Josie’s Bar, the episode sets up a thrilling Season 2. Peter and Eddie share their excitement for the MCU’s street-level future, toss in some comic book Easter eggs (hello, Red Hook free port!), and reflect on whether Born Again lives up to its Netflix predecessor. Join us for heartfelt banter, sharp analysis, and a few laughs as we wrestle with the moral murk of Hell’s Kitchen—one guilt-ridden episode at a time!

Catholic Guilt- A Daredevil Born Again Podcast - Episode 9

In this electrifying episode of The Marvelists, Peter and Eddie dive into Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts*, a bold, action-packed film that unites a team of misfit antiheroes for a covert, high-stakes mission. Joined by special guests TashiGeekGirl and her husband Jason, the hosts discuss the movie’s gritty vibe, its key role in the MCU’s Phase Five, and the standout performances that bring this unconventional superhero story to life. Expect spoiler-free insights, spirited banter, and excitement about the film’s thrilling dynamics!

 When a dangerous global conspiracy emerges, Julia Louis-Dreyfus’ Valentina Allegra de Fontaine assembles a ragtag squad of enhanced operatives—including Florence Pugh’s Yelena Belova and Sebastian Stan’s Bucky Barnes—for a clandestine operation that tests their skills, loyalties, and moral boundaries.

Thunderbolts* is directed by Jake Schreier and stars Florence Pugh, Sebastian Stan, Wyatt Russell, Olga Kurylenko, Lewis Pullman, Geraldine Viswanathan, Chris Bauer, Wendell Pierce, David Harbour, Hannah John-Kamen, and Julia Louis-Dreyfus.

Thunderbolts* (2025)

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