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THE EPIC CONCLUSION

If adventure has a name… it must be the Cincinnati Comic Expo!

The grand finale of my convention adventure has arrived, and it’s packed with cinematic legends and animation icons. Joining me are two unforgettable stars from the Indiana Jones franchise:

  • John Rhys-Davies — Sallah
  • Karen Allen — Marion Ravenwood

PLUS — Emmy-winning legends from the world of animation:

  • Stan Berkowitz
  • Alan Burnett
  • Dan Riba

From globe-trotting adventures to the animated stories that helped define a generation of superheroes, this episode brings my Cincinnati Comic Expo journey to an unforgettable close.

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Date: February 12, 2026







THE CELEBRATION OF SUPERMAN CONTINUES!

The Man of Steel celebration rolls on with Part 2 of my Cincinnati Comic Expo adventure — and this time we’re heading straight into Superman movie history.

Joining me are unforgettable villains and voices from across the cinematic legacy:

  • Sarah Douglas — Ursa (Superman, Superman II)
  • Jack O’Halloran — Non (Superman, Superman II)
  • Mark Pillow — Nuclear Man (Superman IV: The Quest for Peace)
  • Jay Towers — CapedWonder Superman Podcast

PLUS — a special preview of an incredible Superman: The Movie item that is BACK after more than 45 years — a piece of history fans won’t want to miss.

From Kryptonian villains to legendary film nostalgia, this episode continues the ultimate Superman celebration.

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Date: February 6, 2026








A SUPERMAN CELEBRATION
Up, up, and away to the Cincinnati Comic Expo!

Episode 510 of Comic Book Central kicks off Part 1 of my latest convention adventure — and it’s a full-blown Superman celebration spanning animation, television, and generations of fans.

Joining me are legendary voices and faces from across the Man of Steel’s incredible legacy:

  • George Newbern — the voice of Superman from Justice League Unlimited
  • Tim Daly — the voice of Superman from Superman: The Animated Series
  • Gerard Christopher — TV’s live-action Superboy

PLUS — celebrating the 25th anniversary of Smallville:

  • Michael Rosenbaum — Lex Luthor
  • John Glover — Lionel Luthor
  • Laura Vandervoort — Supergirl

From animated icons to live-action legends, from Metropolis to Smallville, this episode is a love letter to Superman and the creators who helped define him for generations.

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Date: January 29, 2026







The TerrifiCon adventure hits top speed as I bring you my Q&A with a true superhero icon: John Wesley Shipp!
He’s the OG.
He’s the Scarlet Speedster.
He’s the man who’s appeared on Comic Book Central more than anyone else.
John Wesley Shipp — the original Flash, the fastest man alive, and an Emmy-winning actor whose legacy spans decades of superhero storytelling.
We dig into his time in the suit, his return to the DC Universe on The Flash, his incredible career across stage, TV, and film, and the stories only he can tell — all live from TerrifiCon!

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Date: December 4, 2025







Justice is served — TerrifiCon style! It’s Episode 506 of Comic Book Central, and Part 6 of my TerrifiCon adventure brings you an EPIC Q&A with two legends who helped define a generation of heroes: Carl Lumbly (Martian Manhunter) & Phil LaMarr (Green Lantern)!

Together on stage, they bring heart, humor, behind-the-scenes stories, and superhero wisdom worthy of the Watchtower itself. If you love the Justice League animated series, if you love the actors behind the voices, if you love storytelling that shaped an era — this is the one.

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Date: December 3, 2025







Wrapping up my celebration of the comic book spoof, Legends of the Superheroes, with the hero from the ‘hood. Comedian Brad Sanders joins me to talk about working with Richard Pryor, going batty with Robert Townsend and roasting the heroes and villains in the 70s as Ghetto Man!
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Date: May 2, 2015







A nightmare date on The Dating Game, wardrobe malfunctions on Hero At Large and a shocking revelation about Flash Gordon! In a FLASH, Rod Haase joins me to talk about becoming the first actor to portray the “Fastest Man Alive” on Legends of the Superheroes!

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Date: April 24, 2015







The celebration of the 70s super spoof, Legends of the Superheroes, continues with the funnyman who rained on the Flash’s parade – the Weather Wizard, comedian Jeff Altman!

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IndyCast interview with Herb Trimpe:
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Date: April 18, 2015







Let the celebration begin! I’m taking a look back at the 70s super silly spandex series, Legends of the Superheroes with the man who brought Captain Marvel to life (and to the Riddler’s therapy couch), actor/writer/comedian Garrett Craig!

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Date: April 11, 2015







From the Arrow Cave to the Comic Book Central Lair, actor David Ramsey joins me this week!

David discusses the season finale of Arrow, Olicity, HIVE, ARGUS, the Suicide Squad, and much MORE!

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Date: March 7, 2015






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