I've never heard someone so thoughtful and measured in there questions and coverage. The topics covered are in-depth but always with the sights set on how we can be more inclusive, respectful, and meaningful toward one another. Comics is a community and Paul is one voice in that community... but man, is it a voice that we all should be paying attention to.

Great analysis of comics that provokes scholarly thought. Awesome job!! Playlist add ASAP!!

I don’t listen to every episode... (generally just the episodes covering comics that I enjoy) ... but it is exciting to hear comics discussed on this level. 🔥💯🔥

I recently discovered this podcast and have been enjoying getting to know Paul and his various co-hosts and guests more and more. I really appreciate the range of content offered through this podcast, as it really does everything other comics podcasts do, plus a bit more. Some comics podcasts tend to focus on weekly or monthly releases, and offer frequent quick reviews of books, while others focus whole episodes on trade paperbacks, and graphic novels. The Comics Syllabus manages to do both! Paul has created a podcast that somehow brings together in depth reviews of books, quick reviews of monthly books on his pull list, extended interviews with creators and critics, and a monthly trade waiting rundown. It’s really quite a feat. Another big reason I enjoy it so much is Paul’s unique perspective as a life-long comic reader and also an English teacher and literacy researcher, he has a LOT to offer folks of all backgrounds who are interested in comics. There is even more to this podcast than what I have mentioned here, (wait until you hear the podcast magic of Co-Host Kid) but you should really just start listening. I’d recommend trying a few different episodes out before you decide if it’s for you or not, as the content can vary quite a bit. So yeah, 5 stars. :) -Tom

Thoughtful podcasts about comic books are hard to find. Paul's show is the exception. Paul has turned me on to books and creators that don't always get the attention they deserve. I've discovered new resources and broadened my appreciation for a medium that I've always loved because of Paul's efforts. Keep up the good work!

Paul Lai has a clear, conscientious voice in comics podcasting. His devotion to understanding comics and making comics understood is delightful. His casts cross boundaries and he talks about so many genres that if one episode discusses a book you don't care for, the next three probably will. A good ratio when considering the diversity of the form.

So happy to have found Paul's podcast, and what I particularly enjoy about his brand of comics analysis is that he wears his heart on his sleeve. Paul finds great books to talk about that tie into current events, or that have special meaning to him personally that not only inform the analysis, but create such an open and joyous discussion about WHY this medium moves him and comic fans as a whole. Look no further for a great comics podcast. Subscribe!

I've been really enjoying this podcast. Paul covers a plethora of comics genres and digs deep into analyzing them at an academic level. If you love the comics/graphic novel medium, you will enjoy this podcast.

Listen to Paul and dive into the depths of comics as literature and art. Wow!

So glad I heard about this show. Insightful, interesting, and his joy for comics is apparent. Subscribe!

I love Paul's insight and thoughtfulness. This show's a real gem.