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June preorders for books shipping in August means I am back to work when most of these comics come out, which is sort of...
06/04/2026

June preorders for books shipping in August means I am back to work when most of these comics come out, which is sort of depressing.

Timestamps:
00:00:00 Opening Music
00:00:12 Intro
00:01:26 Listener Feedback
00:05:20 Next Phase catalog start
00:11:15 DC
00:34:50 Image
00:57:48 Panels catalog start
00:58:10 Panels Highlights
01:07:20 Marvel
01:10:30 Comic Sales Numbers ICV2
01:17:56 Next Episode
01:21:43 Outros
01:22:15 Stingers

Are the hottest new comic releases actually worth your money—or just clever marketing hype?

If you’ve ever flipped through a previews catalog or scrolled new releases wondering what’s truly worth buying, this episode breaks it down for you. Instead of wasting money on overhyped #1 issues or missing sleeper hits, you’ll hear a real-world evaluation of upcoming comics, trends across publishers, and how collectors are deciding what actually earns a spot in their pull list.

Learn how to spot promising new comic releases before they spike in popularity or value

Avoid wasting money on overhyped titles that don’t deliver on story or quality

Get insider-style insights on June 2026’s most talked-about books across DC, Marvel, and indie publishers

Press play now to sharpen your comic-buying strategy and walk away with at least one title you’ll feel confident adding to your next order.

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Recording the next pre-orders episode this Friday. So let us know if you have 2 or 3 comics we should shout-out in our ...
05/27/2026

Recording the next pre-orders episode this Friday. So let us know if you have 2 or 3 comics we should shout-out in our pre-orders episode.

In this episode we discuss whether the Punisher sorts his mercy bullets before or after the live ammunition. Timestamps:...
05/25/2026

In this episode we discuss whether the Punisher sorts his mercy bullets before or after the live ammunition.

Timestamps:
00:00:00 Opening Music
00:00:10 Intro
00:00:40 First Five Punisher
00:52:35 Comic Book Organization
01:46:25 CLZ Shake
01:50:37 Next Episode
01:50:45 Outros
01:51:20 Stinger

In this episode of the Campus Comics Cast, we dig into the first five appearances of the Punisher in Marvel Comics, covering his debut in Amazing Spider-Man #129 and later key appearances in Amazing Spider-Man #134–135, Giant-Size Spider-Man #4, and Marvel Preview #2. Next we explore Frank Castle’s origins, his anti-hero appeal, his skills and personality, and how the character has evolved over time.

The conversation also covered the Punisher’s place in comics history, including his inspiration from The Executioner book series, the development of his skull symbol, and how writers have adapted the character across different eras. We also recommended standout Punisher-related reading, while noting how the Comics Code and shifting storytelling styles shaped early appearances.

The episode wrapped with a detailed discussion about comic book organization, where we compare methods for sorting collections by publisher, series, crossover placement, imprints, graded books, and special runs. We also shared practical storage tips, including box choices, bagging and boarding preferences, and how to keep large collections manageable and display-ready.

Listen in your favorite podcast app or online at:
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05/16/2026

Are you speculating on some comic books for your May 2026 pre-orders? Here are some comics you should pick, pass, and pause on!Find us on YouTube at:youtube...

After a really bad knock-knock joke, that hopefully makes sense later, the Campus Comics Cast team dives into the May pr...
05/13/2026

After a really bad knock-knock joke, that hopefully makes sense later, the Campus Comics Cast team dives into the May pre-orders!

Timestamps:
00:00:00 Opening Music
00:00:12 Intro
00:01:15 Gerry Conway Passing
00:07:50 Listener Feedback
00:10:55 Next Phase catalog start
00:27:55 DC
00:52:18 Image
01:21:34 Panels catalog start
01:24:07 Panels Highlights
01:10:04 Marvel
01:36:50 Comic Sales Numbers ICV2
01:44:56 Next Episode
01:45:34 Outros
01:46:12 Stingers

What pre-order picks are worth your attention right now?

If you follow comics for the stories, creators, and what’s coming next, this episode zeroes in on pre-order picks so you can spot the titles and ideas most worth putting on your radar before they hit shelves.

A closer look at pre-order recommendations.

Discussion on the passing of Gerry Conway.

A better sense of what to order now so you do not miss the strongest releases.

Play the episode now to get the Campus Comics Cast’s pre-order picks and make smarter decisions before the books arrive.

Listen in your favorite podcast app or online at:
https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/www.burgcomics.com/podcasts/ccc23420260511.mp3

Find us on YouTube at:
https://www.youtube.com/

Add our RSS feed to your podcast app:
https://www.burgcomics.com/campusComicsCast.xml

Recording our May Pre-orders episode soon. Have 3 new books you think we should mention? Post them in the comments!
05/02/2026

Recording our May Pre-orders episode soon. Have 3 new books you think we should mention? Post them in the comments!

04/30/2026

SleepyReader666, aka Damian, joins me to discuss his contributions to the “The 100 Best Superhero Comics of All-Time” issue of the Die With Your Mask On zine. Damian and I also reveal o…

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