Jack Kirby Vs. Marvel
Summary
Rob Liefeld discusses recent comic industry news, including the Superman sequel wrap, Samara Weaving’s casting as White Queen, and a leaked Avengers clip featuring Doctor Doom. He analyzes market share data highlighting Image Comics’ growth due to creator-owned titles like Jason Fabok’s *Rook*, contrasting this with Marvel and DC’s reliance on established IP. The episode sets the stage for a deep dive into the historical legal dispute between Jack Kirby and Marvel Comics.
Topics discussed
Introduction and listener appreciation
Superman's iconic status and upcoming Doomsday
Samara Weaving's casting as White Queen
Avengers: Doomsday trailer breakdown
Comic market share: Marvel, DC, and Image
Historical cycles of Batman and Green Lantern
Jason Fabok's move to Image Comics
Personal anecdotes and social media updates
Jack Kirby's legacy and personal memories
The Marvel vs. Jack Kirby copyright lawsuit
Legal analysis of the Kirby settlement
Kirby's artistic influence and conclusion
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