This week Hank is complaining about his friends living their best lives on dream vacations that he wasn't invited on then discussing the Pinnochio of pick ups, dogs and when's the best time to buy outdoor gear with Kevin. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including personal updates, the latest in comic news, and reviews of popular series like Daredevil, and Invincible. They share their thoughts on the emotional impact of recent events in their lives, the evolution of comic book adaptations, and the significan…

In this engaging conversation, Dakota Alexander shares his journey from a comic-loving child in Santa Cruz to a comic artist living in Japan. He discusses his new project, 'The Hunter,' a superhero comic that blends folklore and cryptids, and reflects on the nostalgic art style reminiscent of the Bronze Age. Dakota also delves into the importance o…

In this episode of Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including the latest video games, the new Daredevil series, and the latest episode of Invincible. They also dive into comic news, new releases, and reviews of various manga and comics, providing insights and opinions on each. In this engaging conversation, C…

This week Hank is joined by the illustrious Artist Ed Anderson for a rousing conversation about Summer Camp 2025, April's IDGFA (they made that up) Carp Tournament here in Idaho, Alaska's Redoubt Mountain Lodge and a whole lot of nonsense. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including their experiences with live events, the latest episode of Invincible, and new releases in the comic book world. They also dive into gaming news, particularly the upcoming Magic the Gathering Spider-Man cards, and share their reading recommendations…

After a 41 minute opener about Sasquatch hunting, hip surgery and plane rides with dead people, Hank and Kevin finally get to the subject at hand: The End Of The World as we know it. What would you do if an asteroid was about to obliterate the planet? Fun stuff. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of the Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including the latest news in Magic: The Gathering, comic book corrections, personal anecdotes, and television recommendations. They review Invincible Season 3 Episode 5, share movie news about the Constantine sequel and James Bond updates, and delve into…

In this episode of Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including the upcoming Dungeons & Dragons live-action series, the latest developments in the Invincible animated series, and a review of Captain America: Brave New World. They also delve into comic book news, including Marvel's What If series featuring Donal…

This week Hank and Kevin introduce our newest Trout Jouster and Audio Engineer Sean! Enjoy this episode of nonsense where you'll learn absolutely nothing about podcasting, swimming, life and so much more! Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss their winter woes, comic collecting habits, and the return of the animated series 'Invincible'. They dive into the latest movie news, particularly the upcoming 'Fantastic Four' film, and share their thoughts on various new comic releases, including 'Batman', 'JSA', and 'Mega Ma…

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including their recent comic book reads, the introduction of their guest Alan Dunford, and the latest news in the comic book industry. They delve into the controversies surrounding media representation, pay tribute to voice actor John Irwin, and explore the nos…

This week Hank is joined by his friend Erik to chat about bird feeders, callories, fly fishing expo's and so much less. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike dive into a variety of topics including an interview with Chris O'Hara from Bent Box Publishing, discussions on recent comic book releases, TV news, and exciting announcements from Marvel and DC. They also explore upcoming Star Wars comics, Godzilla crossovers, and new manga initiatives. …

In this episode of Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including their recent comic recommendations, the controversy surrounding Neil Gaiman, the excitement for the Daredevil Born Again trailer, and the impact of Marvel Snap's removal. They also cover the revival of Image Comics' podcast, interview comic creator…

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including their comic collecting habits, recent TV shows they've watched, and an interview with Timothy B. Fling. They dive into new comic announcements, reviews of recent issues, and their thoughts on the latest developments in the DC universe, particularly fo…

Here's an episode that starts off the rails, goes further off the rails and then finds its way back to rails only to leave the rails again. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss their recent gaming experiences, including the challenging Black Myth: Wukong and the immersive Baldur's Gate 3. They delve into popular shows like The Sopranos and Squid Games, share thoughts on the Arnold Schwarzenegger documentary, and critique the latest episodes of Creature C…

In this episode of Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike reflect on the best comics, multimedia, writers, and artists of the year. They discuss the current landscape of comics, highlighting the golden age of books available, and share their top picks across various categories. The conversation also includes shoutouts to notable works and cre…

In this episode of the Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss their recent sicknesses, dining experiences, and the latest in comic book media. They review a new DC podcast, share insights on the latest episode of Creature Commandos, and react to the Marvel What If series. The conversation shifts to the controversial casting of Jared L…

Merry Christmas! Happy Holidays! Happy Holidaze! Hank and Kevin!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this milestone episode 400 of the Fortress of the Comic News podcast, hosts Chris and Mike reflect on their journey, celebrate the significance of reaching 400 episodes, and dive into a variety of topics including the legacy of Conan the Barbarian, new comic releases, the Creature Commandos animated series, the Madden documentary, the future of …

On this weeks dumpster fire, Kevin and Erik joing the world's greatest guide Hank Patterson for a rousing conversation about cologne, Christmas, socks, electric gloves, holiday grub and a whole lot more. Merry Merry! -Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode, Chris and Travis Gibb discuss the current state of Marvel comics, reflecting on various series and characters, including Spider-Man, Miles Morales, the Ultimate Universe, Daredevil, Captain America, Avengers, Moon Knight, Blade, Venom, and the X-Men. They share their thoughts on the strengths and weaknesses of recent storylines, th…

After a ten minute roast (again) of Pickleball, Hank and Kevin do a deep dive into the shallow end of their favorite winter and holiday movies. Many movies that should be on the list are off the list. Whoops. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of the Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including their excitement for the upcoming 400th episode, recent video game releases, personal anecdotes about hair loss, the future of DC animated movies, and a detailed review of the musical film 'Wicked'. The conversation flows naturally between thes…

In this episode of Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including James Gunn's comments on origin stories, casting news for upcoming DC projects, and the latest announcements for Free Comic Book Day. They delve into the future of beloved characters like Swamp Thing and Clayface, and share their excitement for Idr…

Join Hank as he discusses his love for raking leaves, severed heads in Florida, bear suit fraud, Thanksgiving traditions and many of the things Hank finds himself thankful for. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including their interview with Jeff Moss about his World War I project, the latest Marvel season of 'What If?', and the busy movie season ahead. They also delve into toy collecting, Hallmark ornaments, and the iconic roles of Denzel Washington, before wrapping …

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike delve into a variety of topics ranging from the challenges of leaf management in urban settings to the latest Marvel and Magic: The Gathering crossover events. They discuss the implications of Marvel's influence on the Magic community, share their thoughts on upcoming Marvel releases, and…

This week Hank is alone in an empty bathtub drinking whiskey. Hank and Kevin will be chatting about Peanut the Squirrel, an interesting jogging app fundraiser and the importance of remaining friends in a time of clear division. That sounds HEAVY. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike reflect on their Halloween experiences and the transition into the Christmas season. They discuss charitable initiatives related to the holidays, the changing dynamics of trick-or-treating, and the quirks of comic book villains. The conversation also touches on collectible figures and the…

This week we've taken nonsense to a whole new level. I listenend twice and still have no idea what anyone was talking about. Something about pasta, Boston, murder, bears... Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson & Kevin Nielsen

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss various topics including Halloween plans, the latest in Magic: The Gathering, a Netflix thriller, and the nostalgic Crisis on Infinite Earths. They also delve into character arcs in the Penguin series and Marvel's Agatha, while wrapping up with exciting comic news about the Justic…

In this engaging conversation, Josh Blaylock shares his extensive journey in the comic book industry, detailing his rise from a passionate teenager to the founder of Devil's Due Publishing. He discusses the revival of nostalgic properties like G.I. Joe, the creative process behind his latest project 'The Disavowed', and the significance of crowdfun…

In this engaging conversation, Mark Maia discusses his comic book series 'So-Called Living', a unique take on vampire stories set in a world where monsters are part of everyday life. He shares insights into the evolution of the main character, Jack, and the comedic tone that permeates the series. Mark also delves into the creative process behind th…

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including news from New York Comic-Con, the intersection of metal music and comics, and the importance of community in comic shops. They also delve into the world of toys and collectibles, share their excitement for upcoming Magic the Gathering collaborations, …

On this weeks train wreck, Hank and Kevin chat about Arkansas squirrels, feeding racoons, fishing with 6 year old Benton, The Ramones, how to handle NY's rat problem and so much more. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of Fortress of Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss the upcoming New York Comic Con, their excitement for potential announcements in the comic and gaming worlds, and pay tribute to the late Dragon Ball Z narrator Doc Harris. They also delve into casting news for the Green Lantern series, the representation in the new Agatha show…

On this episode Hank will bore you to tears with his thoughts on parking tickets and paid parking before embarking on a lively conversation with Kevin about some weird taxidermy and a lost cat in Yellowstone. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris and Mike discuss a variety of topics including Halloween traditions, spooky movie recommendations, and updates on the Green Lantern TV series. They also review the Penguin TV series and Rings of Power, followed by an interview with the guest Snake. The conversation shifts to comic news, including …

In this conversation, Chris Rundt hosts Chuck Satterlee and Jason Michalski to discuss their upcoming comic book anthology, 'Pots and Panels.' The project combines their love for comics and cooking, featuring food-themed stories and recipes from various creators. They share the inspiration behind the anthology, the process of gathering talent, and …

Here's another award worthy episode that tackles all the hard hitting topics like... Chow Chow Pandas, severe side effects of magic mushrooms, first class travel and a whole new fad diet from Hank. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this episode of Fortress Comic News, hosts Chris Rundt and Mike Ricker discuss various topics including an interview with Justin Koch about his Kickstarter campaign, updates on The Walking Dead franchise, casting news for the Green Lantern series, and the latest developments in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. They also touch on reality TV shows, …

In this special episode the guys chat with returning guest Blake McCarthy. Blake is back to talk about the latest, and final, issue of his series Territory. You can find Territory and the Kickstarter campaign using the links below! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bmccomics/territory-issues-1-5-complete-post-apocalyptic-kaiju-epic https://globa…

This weeks grab bag of nonsense is a rousing conversation betwixt Hank and Kevin about a whole host of ridiculousness including Bali monkey thieves, Thailand pythons, Milwaukee convenience stores and so much more. Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson

In this week’s episode the guys talk about the series premiers of the Penguin & Agatha All Along, lot of new comic series from the Big 2, and more! Also this week the guys are joined by Dr. Andrea Lorenzo Molinari to talk about the latest volume of The Shepard from Scout Comics. Currently Andrea is looking to fund the fourth volume on Kickstarter. …

In this episode Chris sits down with Owen and Morgan Rosenblum to talk all things Dark Rose Studios. The two brothers have been working hard, along with other collaborators, to bring their ideas to life across comics, TV, video games, and novels. Currently their comic series Ramgod is being published by Massive Comics and can be found at your local…

In this week’s episode the guys talk about sadly too many passings, Timesliders one-shot ending Marvel’s publishing year, and more! Don’t Forget the guys also talk about the comics they are reading from last week, and all the news fit for print! Comics we discuss in this episode: Time Waits #1Star Wars #50Ultimate Black Panther #8Space Ghost #5Gatc…

This week Kevin and Hank are talking the effects of cigar smoke on a cockroach, an Amish town in Pennsylvania, coffee pellets, porch pooping and so much more! Enjoy!By Travis Swartz & Hank Patterson