The Short Box Podcast: A Comic Book Talk Show
Can’t make it to your local comic shop? The Short Box Podcast brings the comic shop experience straight to your headphones.
Join host Badr Milligan every Wednesday for comic book news, reviews, and in-depth interviews with the writers, artists, and creators behind your favorite comics. Discover new releases, hear the stories behind how comics are made, and stay connected to comic book culture.
Whether you’re a longtime collector or casual reader, The Short Box is your New Comic Book Day companion and a must-listen comic book podcast for fans and collectors.
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Episodes
610 episodes
New DC, Who Dis?
Shaggy Black guest cohosts with the crew as they go through San Diego Comic Con news and controversy. Drew provides a scathing review of the Titans trailer, and DC's film & comic future are discussed.
GAAM Takeover
Ryan and the GAAM Mafia broke into the studio and took over the podcast! This crew stumbles through Instagram drama, hentai, behind the scene stories, and address why there isn't an artist alley; because GAAM is not a con!
Wild Card
It's a Bags & Boards edition of the show as the crew assembles to discuss June's music offerings, the pettiest Lakers list in sports history, black cards, and Drew's new superpower.
The Vision
Walt joins Badr and Ashley to discuss the New York Time's comic book spoiler problem, this week’s new #1's, and to pay our respects to comic legend, Steve Ditko.
Finger Suckin' Good
The crew recaps their Heroes-Con experience and discuss Chris Hardwick, Batman's wedding, Luke Cage Season 2, and Drew's kinky love life with Black Mariah.
Live From E3
Ryan Thompson acts as our E3 correspondent and checks in with us on his way to the show's closing ceremonies to talk about the event and upcoming releases. He also declares this years E3 winner and shares updates on GAAM.
The Cautionverse
Ben Henderson, the founder of Cautionary Comics, a new independent comic publisher with a roster that includes the talents of Chuck Dixon, joins us for an interview. Find out what it takes to start a comic book company and hear our new intro song!
Hero of the Weirdos
Hip-Hop extraordinaire and action figure photographer, Arsun F!st, joins us to celebrate our new international collaboration and talk about the toy collecting community, Han Solo, and a discussion on retirement in comics.
Booty Loops
The crew is back together with a lot to discuss; from the turn of events that led Badr to finally start GoT, the issue with Ryan's gym selfies, prison wallets, Image comics turned TV series, and finally getting an answer to Cesar's whereabouts.
Fanboys In Cars
We're proud to present something special for our milestone 200th episode. Badr, Drew, and Walt take to the car for funny conversations, comic book and pop culture references, and a look back at the shows legacy thus far. Watch the full video on ou...
Wakanda Hood Pass
This is a three-part review of Avengers Infinity War with Easter eggs, theories, hot takes, and spoilers galore. We're back and season 5 starts now!
Rebootski
The crew got back together to catch up on the latest comic book happenings, review Ready Player One, and listen to Drew get passionate about RiRi. Ashley is still on the run from the feds but finds time to celebrate Saga turning fifty.
The Tacoverse
We're joined by a guest that rivals the Marvel OG's knowledge of Marvel comics! Paul Bourcier, A Marvel freelance writer and comic historian joins us for an in-depth conversation about the importance of continuity, comic book indexes, and fan theo...
Head Bitch in Charge
Catalina Alers-Alers, the overnight host of 97.9 KISSFM and the 'But First Brunch' podcast, joins the show to talk about her journey into the radio profession, her love of all things Jacksonville, and how to get the title of H.B.I.C. on your resume
Ep.196 "Artist Spotlight: Akira Toriyama (Over 9000)"
The third installment of our Artist Spotlight series is all about the creator of the Dragon Ball franchise, Akira Toriyama! Press play and learn a couple of new and interesting tidbits about the manga icon and his legacy.
Full Plate
Paten Locke, Dillon Maurer, and Jay Myztroh of the Full Plate record's family join the show to talk about the origins of the label, their creative process, the new Stono Echo album, and a surprising number of Tori Spelling references.
Wakanda Forever
Walt and the Marvel OG call in for a three-way discussion to share their thoughts and review of the new Black Panther movie, and attempt to unpack the themes and social commentary presented.
Keg&Coin
Matt Schulman, Keg and Coin managing partner, stops by the show to talk retro games, community, and what it took to start Jacksonville's newest barcade in town.
Live From Fight Night
With the GAAM crew's help, we host a fight night live from the podcast HQ to celebrate the release of Dragon Ball Fighter Z. Amongst the chaos and fun we record a series of interviews to review the game and share our thoughts on the franchise.
Babes Who Hustle
The founder of Babes Who Hustle, Chelsea, and Creative Director, Mara, join the show to give us a crash course in what being a BWH means, and what they're doing to inspire and champion fellow babes in the community.
State Of The Union
It's Ashley, Ed, and Badr together for the first time this year to address some of the highlights, news, and headlines of the first twenty days of 2018.
The Big Picture
Representatives from the Cultural Council, Jax Public Library, and Geek Street Radio help us bring in the new year with information about their ongoing book club, upcoming Black Panther screening, and a pulse check on the local arts scene.
Blueberry Tequila Cough Syrup
We are celebrating the holiday and wrapping up the year with one more episode by sharing our Star Wars review, and counting down a number of year end & best of nominations. There's also an impromptu roast powered by Rum balls!
