Mark Waid Superman/Spider-Man Preview Flash JLU Superboy and more.

Mark Waid joins Word Balloon to discuss his current and upcoming comic book projects, with host John Siuntres. Waid highlights his Kickstarter project, "Rising Empires," a four-issue miniseries, and the upcoming Superman/Spider-Man crossover, emphasizing the unique angle of focusing on Clark Kent and Peter Parker as journalists. He shares insights into Action Comics' Superboy arc, aiming to explore Superman's formative years and character development, and also touches on Justice League Unlimited, highlighting the opportunity to delve into horror elements. Waid also praises Dennis Camp's "Absolute Crisis, Assorted Crisis Events" and AWA's "They Choose Violence". The conversation also explores Waid's approach to incorporating older characters and concepts into modern stories, emphasizing emotional resonance and relevance.