Off Panel #478: It's the End of the Year (As We Know It) with Brandon Burpee

Off Panel #478: It's the End of the Year (As We Know It) with Brandon Burpee

Author: SKTCHD December 16, 2024 Duration: 1:46:53

My pal Brandon Burpee returns to the show for Off Panel's annual year in review episode. Burpee joins me to discuss the year that was in comics, the different flavors of comics, how we read these days, the appeal of micro lines, where the Big Two are, the From the Ashes era for the X-Men, surprise standout moments for us, and more, before we both count down our 20 favorite comics of the year.

Also, by popular demand, you can find Brandon and I's lists below.

David

1. Hirayasumi
2. Frontier
3. Nights
4. Public Domain
5. The Library Mule of Córdoba
6. Self-Esteem and the End of the World
7. Local Man
8. Tokyo These Days
9. The Strange Tales of Oscar Zahn
10. The Jellyfish
11. Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees
12. The Power Fantasy
13. Marriage Toxin
14. Lunar New Year Love Story
15. Dog Days
16. Fantastic Four
17. Ultimate Universe
18. Helen of Wyndhorn
19. Kaya
20. In Utero

Brandon

1. Batman & Robin: World's Finest
2. Grommets
3. Falling in Love on the Path to Hell
4. Batman
5. Wolverine
6. NYX
7. Redcoat
8. Radiant Black
9. Avengers Twilight
10. Cobra Commander
11. Ultimate Spider-Man
12. Local Man
13. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
14. Batman: Dark Age
15. Geiger
16. Spider-Man: Reign 2
17. X-Men
18. Uncanny X-Men
19. Wolverine Deep Cut
20. Green Arrow

 


Each week on Off Panel: A Comics Interview Podcast, host David Harper of SKTCHD sits down for a conversation that goes deeper than the usual press cycle. This isn't just about promoting the latest project; it's about understanding the people and the processes that shape the comic book industry. You'll hear from writers, artists, editors, and other key figures in a way that reveals the personal journeys, creative struggles, and collaborative triumphs behind the pages we love. The discussions are thoughtful and meandering, often touching on craft, industry shifts, and the simple love of the medium itself. By focusing on the human stories, this podcast builds a more complete picture of comics culture, from the indie scene to the major publishers. It's for anyone who has ever finished a great comic and immediately wondered about the minds that built it. New episodes arrive weekly, offering a consistent and engaging look into this vibrant world. For more, you can find David Harper and SKTCHD across various social platforms.
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