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CHAPTERS:
Introduction and Personal Connections
Comic Industry Insights and Challenges
The Impact of Distribution Changes
San Diego Comic-Con Strategies
Navigating Exclusives and Lottery Systems
Business Costs and Profitability
The Evolution of the Prowse Brothers' Retail Journey
Discovering Comics: A Personal Journey
The Freedom of Storytelling in Comics
Growing Up in a Conservative Environment
The Road to Opening a Comic Shop
Building a Business from Scratch
Memorable Moments with Comic Legends
The Early Days of the Nerd Store
Navigating Challenges and Growth
Expanding the Business: New Locations
Acquisition of Dr. Voltz Comics
The Importance of In-Person Retail
The Limitations of Algorithmic Recommendations
The Resurgence of Niche Retail
Embracing Speculation in Comics
The Value of International Variants
The Evolution of Comic Covers Across Cultures
The Evolution of Collectibles
The Impact of Distribution Changes
Challenges in the Comic Industry
Future Aspirations and Growth
Bringing Comics to the People
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Producer: Stephanie Gerk
Research: Anthony Militano
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Comic Industry Insiders: where our goal is to get to know the people behind the scenes in the comic book industry and uncover the secrets that will help you understand and grow your own business or career in comics. Every episode, join host Atom! Freeman as he sits down with industry guests to unravel those secrets.
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