word balloon the comic book creators interview show

Skottie Young The New Man Behind The Curtain

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 00:06:00 PST

On this editon of the Word Balloon podcast, we talk with artist Skottie Young about his interpretation of L Frank Baum's Wonderful Wizard Of Oz for Marvel Comics. "if you do this you're going to...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Art Baltazar's Tiny Titans, Aw Yeah Man!

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Tue, 16 Dec 2008 21:39:00 PST

On this edition of the Word Balloon podcast, we sit down with artist Art Baltazar, who's Tiny Titans has proved to be an all ages hit for DC Comics. You'll hear about what's in store for the Titans,...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

been sick, new ep very soon

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 11 Dec 2008 12:31:00 PST

apologies folks, but after what was a hugely busy nov at my day gig, I got a nasty infection last thrusday, that threw me into the hospital. i'm generally fine, and the infection has almost cleared...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Alex Ross,, in Glorious Black and White

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:44:00 PST

The acclaimed graphic album âBatman: Black & Whiteâ debuts Monday as a Warmer Premiere Motion Comics series. Available exclusively on iTunes, âBatman: Black and Whiteâ Motion...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

The Loeb Report Part 3

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Sun, 30 Nov 2008 22:25:00 PST

We finally wrap up our 100 questions for Jeph, regarding Heroes, The Red Hulk, Ultimatum and more . Note: This was recorded weeks before Jeph was let go as Co Exec Producer Of Heroes.

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Gene Ha Talks About The Return Of Top 10

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 22:34:00 PST

P { MARGIN: 0px } Top 10 is back! The Wildstorm series is two issues into the new story arc, written by Zander Cannon and drawn by Gene Ha. On this edition of Word Balloon, Gene runs down...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Cracking the DC Vault With Marty Pasko

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 23:17:00 PST

P { MARGIN: 0px } On this edition of the word balloon podcast, writer Marty Pasko discusses his work, writing the text of The DC Vault from Running Press. Like last year's...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

THE LOEB REPORT VOL 2 PT 2

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 23:31:00 PST

P { MARGIN: 0px } Jeph goes into behind the scenes details of his upcoming Buffy the vampire slayer story, which ties into the ideas of the aborted Buffy animated series. As ultimatum...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Gail Simone Has All The Answers

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 11:55:00 PDT

On this edition of the word balloon podcast, we present another conversation with DC writer, Gail Simone. She answers fan questions that were posted at the word balloon forums about her...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Howard Chaykin's New World Order comes with fries

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Tue, 21 Oct 2008 21:51:00 PDT

In this episode of Word Balloon, we check in with the legendary artist/writer Howard Chaykin. We talk about his solo created 44 page one shot for December,Captain America, Theater Of War, America...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Tim Seeley's Hack Slash Makes Me Scream

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Sun, 19 Oct 2008 21:55:00 PDT

This time we talk to artist writer Tim seeley, who's creator owned series Hack Slash is nominated for Best Comic Book Series this Tuesday on Spike TV's Scream Awards . During this moment of...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

The Secret Six , With Gail Simone

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 22:25:00 PDT

P { MARGIN: 0px } On this edition of the Word Balloon podcast, writer Gail Simone takes us on a tour of Secret Six, the all villain team of misfits that got immediate fan acceptance from their...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

The Geek Syndicate, Hosts The British Invasion

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 23:23:00 PDT

P { MARGIN: 0px } In this edition of Word Balloon we turn the show over to UK podcasters David Montieth and Barry Nugent, The Geek Syndicate. For a one of a kind comics forum they were proud to...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Who's Watching Dave Gibbons ?

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:09:00 PDT

P { MARGIN: 0px } On this edition of the Word Balloon podcast , we talk about all things Watchmen, with the legendary co-creator, artist Dave Gibbons. We discuss the Watchmen Motion Comic, which...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

The Loeb Report Vol 2 Part 1

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 02 Oct 2008 23:50:00 PDT

P { MARGIN: 0px } On this edition of the Word Balloon podcast, The Loeb Report returns. Marvel Writer and Heroes Co-Executive Producer Jeph Loeb is back, taking questions from Word Balloon...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Jon Hickman Arms The Secret Warriors

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 22:52:00 PDT

Writer Jon Hickman joins us to discuss his innovative styles of design and narrative. We preview his upcoming Marvel project Secret Warriors, co written by Brian Michael Bendis . Col. Nick Fury and...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Fighting The Resistance With Josh Fialkov

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 25 Sep 2008 22:36:00 PDT

On this edition of the word balloon podcast, we speak with writer Joshua Fialkov. We'll talk about his top cow books Cyblade and his pilot season story Alibi, his new western contribution in Image...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Jeff Parker's Agents Of Atlas & Age Of The Sentry

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 23:34:00 PDT

On this edition of the Word Balloon podcast, writer Jeff Parker is back to discuss his newest projects for Marvel. This week saw the debut of The Age Of The Sentry mini series. Jeff talks about...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

The Voices In My Head

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 21:33:00 PDT

Welcome To My Delerium. FE-mailers and message board posters have asked how many character voices can I do, and why don't I do more on my podcast (honest, they have). Here's a few. From my...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

The Bendis Tapes Back To School Edition pt 4

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 00:07:00 PDT

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

The Bendis Tapes Back To School Edition pt 3

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Fri, 05 Sep 2008 00:01:00 PDT

Bendis Tapes Back To School Edition pt 2

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 04 Sep 2008 00:12:00 PDT

Brad Meltzer won't stop talking about his book pt 2

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 23:07:00 PDT

ok, now he'll talk... On this episode of the Word Balloon podcast, we wrap up our conversation with Brad Meltzer, who tells all about the inspirations for his latest novel, The Book Of Lies . Brad...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

bendis tapes fall edition 2008 pt1

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Mon, 01 Sep 2008 01:58:00 PDT

Tony Akins-Man Of Fables

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 21:37:00 PDT

On this episode of the Word Balloon podcast, Artist Tony Akins discusses his work on Jack Of Fables, plus his upcoming story in House Of Mystery #6. We also talk about his involvement in a gallery...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Brad Meltzer won't talk about his book pt 1

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:39:00 PDT

Sorry, author Brad Meltzer has nothing to say about his upcoming novel, The Book Of Lies, in stores Tuesday Sept 2nd from Grand Central Publishing. But he'll tell us all we want to know about...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Exclusive: Brian Michael Bendis On The Kirkman Statement

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 23:08:00 PDT

(Photo courtesy Of Marvel.com) In his viral video and on a recent Word Balloon podcast, Robert Kirkman started an open dialog call to fellow creators.His "Mission Statement" was a call...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Robert Kirkman Explains His Mission

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 14 Aug 2008 00:00:00 PDT

On this edition of the word balloon podcast, host John Siuntres engages in a friendly debate with writer Robert Kirkman. Yesterday, Kirkman released a video message explaining some of his reasons for...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Rick Remender's Punishing Schedule

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 13:06:00 PDT

The Writer Artist is back to talk about creator owned projects, like The Legion Of The Supernatural from IDW, Gigantic from dark Horse, and the Sci-Fi adventure series Fear Agent, but Rick has hit...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

The Blackest Nights And Flashy Rebirths Of Ethan Van Sciver

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 22:19:00 PDT

The DC artist is back with behind the scenes but spoiler free insight to 2 of 2009's big story events. Flash Rebirth, featuring the return of Barry Allen, and Green Lantern The Blackest Night both...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

A Nightwing and a Prayer from Don Kramer

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 22:09:00 PDT

On this edition of the Word Balloon podcast, host John Siuntres sits down with DC artist Don Kramer. They go through Don's career path from his early days at Caliber Comics through his work on Dr...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

FLASHBACK-MIKE BARON ON NEXUS FLASH & THE BADGER

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 20:43:00 PDT

From January 2006 A real pleasure talking to the man who co-created Nexus with Steve Rude, no to mention The Badger, the post crisis Wally West-Flash stories for DC,and over 5 years of The Punisher...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Chuck Dixon At War

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 02:20:00 PDT

On This edition of the Word Balloon Podcast, host catches up with writer Chuck Dixon, who despite his sudden release last month from DC has plenty of new projects in current and future release. We...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Dean Haspiel's Digital Dreams

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 14:05:00 PDT

Today a conversation with Eisner nominated artst Dean Haspeil. You may know Dean from his many collaborations with Harvey Pekar on his series American splendor and their Original graphic...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Dealing at the SDCC with Dark Horse Editor Diana Schutz

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Sun, 20 Jul 2008 23:30:00 PDT

From 2005 This conversation with Dark Horse Editor Diana Schutz, illustrates the kind of big deals announced and sometimes made in the wee hours of the san diego comicon. Schutz tells the behind the...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.

Loeb On Michael Turner, and other HEROES

john@wordballoon.com (john siuntres) — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 15:05:00 PDT

On this edition of Word Balloon, we take a moment to reflect on the art and life of Michael Turner with his friend and collaborator Jeph Loeb . Turner was the co-creator of Witchblade for Top Cow,...

WORDBALLOON features one on one interviews with the writers and artists behind today's pop culture favorites. The creative minds behind today's hottest comics, films, and Television , tell behind the scene stories providing a DVD like commentary on their works, without spoiling the stories. Hosted by Chicago Radio Host John Siuntres, Wordballoon covers the pop culture entertainment scene , like no other podcast.