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
A Very Short Box X-Mas Special
It’s our holiday/one year anniversary double sized episode! With only a few days left to go before Christmas, Ashley Hoye and Adam team up with Badr and surprise guest, Walt!
A Comic-Book Duet
With no special guests to interview, Badr and Adam keep it simple. The duo keep it 100 percent comic talk in this ep. Topics range from the new Ms. Marvel, Thor 2, and the upcoming Marvel and Netflix shows!
A Guy's Girl Guide to Turtle Soup
Drew is back to join Badr in interviewing Editor-in-Chief of VOID magazine and author of "A Girl's Guide to Football Fanaticism", Blythe Brumleve! Ryan Thompson makes another welcomed return to discuss the December 7th GAAM event.
The Tough Issues
The Short Box cast has no trouble tackling a wide range of topics... From Scarlett Johansson's hair, to Frog Punks, to Sara Pichelli, and old school comic monologues. Badr brings on a new regular cast for their inaugural episode.
Reckless Driving
Adam Wollet gives GAAM a challenge making this his third guest appearance! Aaron Hazouri, creator of Toaster Guy comics, also stops by to talk ComiXology and his new web comic. Drew is back in town and the cast gets a surprise visit.
Short Box Alpha 3
Badr enlists the help of the inner circle of GAAM for the 30th ep. Ryan Thompson brings along Patrick Duffie and local artist Ed Dansart to share some exclusive information on the upcoming TMNT inspired art event.
Walt Chucks The Deuces
If the title wasn’t enough, another host bids a temporary farewell. Not before Walt and Badr find time to chop it up about sneakers, comics, Orlando and VMA debauchery and BET Uncut excellence.
On The Eve of Bat-Affleck
Ryan and Amber join Badr and Walt for a rainy day Short Box catch up. The crew shares opinions on the casting of Ben Affleck as Batman, Ryan updates us on his Tension comic book Kickstarter success, and Badr is exposed to disturbing foreign films!
Wilson, Blunt and Biel
We take a break from interviews and invite good friend Grant on the show to chop it up about Grant Morrison, throwback rap tracks and their celebrity picks for comic book movie roles. Champion season reigns supreme on this episode!
More Storytelling: The Double Size Issue
Return of the fan favorite guest, Marvel Head OG Pops, Joe Milligan returns! Drew makes a return for this one as the crew debates Captain America as a symbol, Kung fu, comic book television adaptations and champion season galore! This one has it all!
A Broken Walt and a Crunk Tom Walk Into a Bar
Rachel Pandich brings her husband Tom, and Ashley Hoye, the artist of "Aspire", by to talk comics. Rachel delves into Skin Crawling Comics, Ashley discusses life as the "Beach Variant" Super Counter Comic Girl, and Tom catches everybody off guard.
Bushido Raps
Jacksonville Hip-Hop Icon, Willie Evans, teams up with The Short Box one man band, K.L.A. (Greg Parish) for an episode Walt and Badr have been waiting for. Magna Carta Holy Grail is reviewed and Willie breaks down his favorite X-Men stories.
Nothing Minor About Bold City
Walt and Badr get a crash course on Batman '66, the perks of digital comics, details on the upcoming Bold City Comic Con, and appreciation for jocks. Special guest: Austin Wade Ellis, creator of Minor Thread Clothing and Bold City Comic Con.
All About This GAAM
Ryan and Logan of show GAAM visit the Shortbox again to discuss the latest details for their July 13th 2013 Legend of GAAM show. Plenty of details and information for this highly anticipated Jax event in this ep. Also, Ryan shares his E3 experiences.
Fist-pump for Bronies
Author of Aspire and organizer of Jax Comic Creatives, Rachel Pandich drops by with artist extraordinaire Savy Lim! On top of talking jax's comic collective network and championing weekly titles, we get a crash course in the "Brony" movement.
Nerd English: The Found Episode
If the name wasn't a dead giveaway; Willie Evans Jr. stops by to discuss his come up in the music industry, touring and the difference in hip-hop appreciation in Europe. This is the full episode! So download it, already.
What's GAAM? (pt. 1)
Logan Zawacki and Ryan Thompson of the local Jax art show GAAM (Game Music and Arts) get interviewed about the upcoming July show. Plus... Walt's comic book philosophy, old-school video games, and the Rob Liefeld vs Mark Bagley debate starts!
Sexy Time with Your Comics
Jack Twatchman joins the reunited cast to shed light on his venture in Nerdular.com and what it was like planning the One Spark event. Ryan gets a chance to voice his opinion on Iron Mess 3, Amber talks FCBD aftermath, and comic reviews galore.
NFCC
Greg Hopkins, the HMFIC of North Florida's Comic-Con, sits in to talk about the origins of the convention and more. The crew champions their favorite weekly titles, Greg shines a light on some DC titles worth checking out, and we talk new Star Trek!
Designer Wife Beaters
It's the return of founding member Andrew and comedic guest Cesar Cordero. This episode the cast reviews Iron Man 3 and "Drew's Dilemma" brings the cast to a crossroads. Drew pays respect to the Marines and Cesar gives relationship advice for nerds.
The Golden Age is Dead
Free Comic Book Day is May 4th! The cast chats about some of the upcoming titles. Ryan talks about his Kickstarter for "Tension" launching May 1st and Amber breaks down Image's newest comic from Mark Millar, Jupiter's Legacy.
Cross-Country Creations
The busiest comic book creator in Jacksonville, Adam Wollet, finds time to come on the show and talk about his new ventures, including upcoming title "Aero-Girl." The crew reviews the "Saga vs. Apple" face off, and many more weekly comic book revi...
Ryan Squared
Disorderly conduct and complete/udder hilarious randomness invades this episode. New cast members are premiered and the introduction of Black Ryan! This one's got it all; plus weekly comic reviews and the cast's thoughts on "Spring Breakers."
