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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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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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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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Great Scott! Comic Book Central is back for Year 13!

I’m kicking off a brand-new year of the show with a very special guest — Lucas Hallauer, the star of Back to the Future: The Musical, currently lighting up the stage as Marty McFly!

And the timing could not be better.

2025 marks the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future, the movie that redefined sci-fi adventure, time travel, and pop culture itself.

It’s a celebration of legacy, music, movies, and the future. Hit play and buckle up. When this podcast hits 88, you’re gonna’ hear some serious stuff!

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It’s my 12^th anniversary special and I’m looking back at the memorable moments from the past year of the show.

From the “Summer of Superman” to pop culture Q&As to a spine-tingling JAWS concert. PLUS – details on my anniversary giveaway!
It’s a celebration of heroes & horror, comics & creators, sci-fi & superstars, and the fans who love it all.
Hit play. Raise a toast. Welcome to the party, pal!

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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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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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Rev up the engines — it’s time for Part 5 of my TerrifiCon adventure! It’s a powerhouse double feature Q&A with two iconic actors from Sons of Anarchy: Titus Welliver and Mitch Pileggi!
But this ride doesn’t stop there…we’re talkin’:

– The X-Files
– Titans & Lex Luthor
– Supergirl
– AND we dive into their work behind the mic in animation and voiceover

It’s funny, fierce, insightful, and full of fan-favorite moments — a Q&A that delivers on every front.

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The TerrifiCon adventure continues…
It’s Episode 504 of Comic Book Central — Part 4 of my journey through the con — and this one goes deep. Join me for an in-depth, unforgettable conversation with the brilliantly intense and endlessly fascinating Jeremy Davies.
– We revisit Lost and his unforgettable turn as Daniel Faraday
– We dig into the grit and emotion of Saving Private Ryan
– And we explore the unique characters, bold choices, and captivating performances that define his remarkable career
It’s thoughtful. It’s raw. It’s revealing. It’s Jeremy Davies like you’ve never heard him — live from TerrifiCon.
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From sci-fi to spies to scares and everything in between…
It’s Part 3 of my TerrifiCon adventure – and this time, we’re heading straight to the main stage! Join me for an unforgettable Q&A with actor Henry Thomas…yes, THAT Henry Thomas.

• The kid who phoned home in E.T.
• The young hero navigating espionage and danger in the classic 80s thriller Cloak & Dagger
• The adult bringing the chills in The Haunting of Hill House
• And a career packed with iconic, genre-spanning roles

It’s heartfelt. It’s funny. It’s spooky. It’s nostalgic. It’s Henry Thomas like you’ve never heard him before: live from TerrifiCon!

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