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The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 170: Covert Instruments w/ Paul Tobin and PJ Holden for Dark Pyramid and Mad Cave StudiosFor those that watch the Faqs Project Youtube Channel, I've had a chance to cover the first 3 issues of Dark Pyramid for Mad Cave Studios. The Story centers around the disappearance of a Exploring Social Media Influencer named Hooky Hidalgo whom as he was livestreaming lost connection in the Denali mountain ranges of Alaska until his girlfriend Becca arrives only to find this town in the Foothorn territory where he went missing is tight lipped and want nothing to do with outsiders. Today I get to sit down with both Paul Tobin and PJ Holden about that process in creating...2025-06-0949 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 168: Recognizing your Power w/ Stephanie Williams and James Emmett for Aaron Reese's BytchcraftWelcome back to another episode of the FAQs Project, today I had a chance to talk about the Supernatural Tale Bytchcraft by the late Aaron Reese who passed earlier this year after his lifelong battle with Sickle Cell Anemia. I speak with his good friend and Nubia Author Stephanie Williams as well as Senior Editor for Mad Cave Studios James Emmett.The Story focuses on a queer coven of Wytches who each powerful in their own way discover they are bound by an ancient prophecy. They are synced in cosmic guidance by an entity known to them as MTHR. There...2025-05-2831 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 166: Confliction of the Brood w/ Emeka Nkwo and Vibrant for Wise Acre ComicsWelcome back to the Faqs Project as we talk with Emeka Nkwo about the 1st issue of the latest offering for Wise Acre Comics- Vibrant. The Story centers around Chris Okofor, a child living in a family of superhumans, but it seems Chris is a late bloomer as everyone in his family now has powers especially his sister. They all look up to the Patriarch of the family Nchuk as he stands as the most popular and polarizing superhero in the world, until he wasn't. Corruption and failure fuel their father's motivations after a jarring defeat and an offer he...2025-05-2049 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 150: The Treacherous Kingdom w/ Frederick Littles of Wise Acre Comics and the African Epic Blood WarsHappy 2025 and The Faqs Project hits our 150th episode with a return to the pod with Frederick Littles of Wise Acre Comics to speak on his newly funded book on Kickstarter by Ayodele Elegba based on the Bini Kingdom known in the Southern portion of Nigeria. In this genre bending tale of Historical Fantasy we meet a Warrior named Jubah, half human and half spirit on a quest to reclaim his rightful throne and uncover the dark secrets threatening his Kingdom. Since our last discussion which introduced to Wise Acre Comics flagship book Magnus that is now in its 6th...2025-01-081h 04
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 145: The Abductor's Gambit w/ Anthony Stokes and the Sci-Fi Comedy IDGAF about AliensToday I speak with Anthony Stokes about his 6th project of 2024, the Sci-fi Comedy IDGAF about Aliens. It Starts with Guy, on the way to be a groomsman at his friend Derrick's wedding. Until he is Abducted by Aliens and seems to be more concerned with his rental car. The Aliens want to study humans so they found the most mediocre of his kind and the hilarity ensues. From the very condescending Jeff and Ryan, 2 Aliens that are judgmental towards Guy and his means to go home. Also, the Alien Queen that wants to fornicate but Guy would rather smokes...2024-11-0836 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 144: The Phantasm Experience w/ Mark Maia and the Vampire Dark Comedy So-Called LivingToday I speak with BAFTA award winner Mark Maia about his Dark Comedy where the world of Vampires and werewolves living among us is completely normal in the tale So-Called Living live on Kickstarter. We introduce you to Jack, who seems to be an average guy living in this world until the day he has to adapt to being bitten and yes some of the Vampires move like Gangsters from the Sopranos. We discuss his work in the video game industry writing for 24: The Game and Foregone as well as his youtube channel Boardgame Coffee.Support this podcast...2024-10-1237 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 143: Dystopian Fables w/ Phillip Tarl Denson and the Cyberpunk Storybook Saga-Future TalesToday I talk with Australian Creator Phillip Tarl Denson about his cyberpunk take on classic Fairy Tales and Fables in the Graphic Novel- Future Tales. Phillip having a history in screenwriting and inspired by the likes of Ridley Scott comes into a fantasy of turning your storybook heroes into a Modernized Sci-fi Retelling. Such as Red, the hooded messenger or the 3 underground cities referencing the 3 pigs domains. We also discuss the move of crowdfunding your book and moving to the direct market like Amazon.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2024-10-1226 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 142: The River of Music w/ DJ Ben Ha Meen and the Jimi Hendrix Sci-Fi Inspired Epic Purple HazeToday, I been anticipating talking about the Titan Comics Sci-Fi Graphic Novel inspired by the life of Jimi Hendrix-Purple Haze. My Guest DJ Ben Ha Meen, show writer for American Gods as well as Co-Host of one of my favorite podcast For All Nerds with Tatiana King. Ben partners in writing this project with Mellow Brown another masterful writer authoring the Blade runner series for Titan Comics. Ben and Mellow detail moments in Jimi's life that you know and some you want to grow to learn typically why the book is depicted as a space opera due to Jimi's love...2024-09-131h 13
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 141: Soldiers of Misfortune w/ Corey "Task" Pruitt and the Fantasy/Comedy Afro PunksToday I sit with good friend Corey "Task" Pruitt about his latest dive into "High" Fantasy Afro Punks. A contrast of Final Fantasy 7 and Battle Chasers, we see Task put together a Horde of different personalities all while utilizing a sense of comedy throughout the book. I ask about his affection in creating teams as with his past book Leaders of the Free world and the melding of having multiple character temperaments to write for as opposed to a singular Protagonist. We speak on each Character in detail- Auxillary, Danny Deadass, MDSA, Genevieve, and Think Tank. We also discuss his...2024-09-0438 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 140: Dispute of Contention w/ Lyle Ringold and JiReh Cecil and the DeJa Vu/Watchman Crossover Crucial ConflictToday I sit with the Future of Konkret Comics, JiReh Cecil and Lyle Ringold to speak on the first ever crossover in their publishing history-Crucial Conflict which lends it name of the Hip hop Group from their hometown of Chicago. The Characters of Watchman and Deja Vu stand in two separate ends of the spectrum as Tevin Fields has always been somewhat of a loner and very street but Malcolm Crown stands from a very influential family that has made him a powerful businessman. WE find out what happens when Southside meets Midtown in a story with implications in both...2024-08-2937 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 139: The Conflict of Magic w/ Damien Becton and the Epic Fantasy-The Few of FarbetweenToday I once again speak with Damien Becton about his latest project live on Kickstarter. An Epic Fantasy tale-The Few of Farbetween follows the trails of Jedayah and 18 year old young woman stricken with war and grief as combination of Magic, AI, and Tech have driven her continent into madness through all regions until Terroframe enters their world. For fans of Final Fantasy and Avatar you will see a landscape of worldbuilding for stories to come. As an added bonus we get a sneak peak into Damien next project, an homage into Southern Hip Hop and Car Culture in Choppin...2024-08-1533 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 138: The Test of Fates w/ Jerry Chatelain and The Elements-Dysis SagaToday I sit with Jerry Chatelain to speak with him about the continuing saga of 4 orphaned boys who find an unspeakable power within themselves that draws a target on their backs throughout the galaxy. The only person sent to protect them named Clenith is a mysterious extraterrestrial being who knows of the singular power source an elemental object that has now seemed to have merged them all.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2024-08-0139 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 137: Through the Path of Darkness w/ Ra'Chaun Rogers of Lawful Evil Comics and the Vigalante tale Dark SpiderToday I sit with Ra'Chaun Rogers to talk about his Vigilante tale Dark Spider live on Kickstarter. The first thing you will realize although branded as a street level hero is that the expansion of antagonists Jamal Jones has to deal with thread a vast level of difficulty even for him to bear. In issue 1 Jamal comes face to face with a Villain who seems to understand Dark Spider, but yet he cant understand why he goes from the hunter to the hunted. The book lends a mixture of Violence, Drama, and the thorough realness of an NSFW book for...2024-07-2538 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 136: The Expanded Addiction w/ Anthony Stokes and the Supernatural Thriller-Prescription ParadiseOnce again Today we bring back Anthony Stokes to speak about his latest project Prescription Paradise and you've had a chance to watch our previous interviews you will find something familiar with one of his past works and its that this story expands on the work he did with Decay his very first comic that explored the essence of Voodoo and revenge revolving around a murder whereas in this storyline it deals into the aftermath of an overdose gone wrong and who ultimately was behind it. This leads us down the conversation of some of the main characters in his...2024-07-1837 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 135: The Collective Soul w/ Chris Michael of Homebrewed Comics for C.R.I.T. issue 7 Robo RenaissanceToday I sit with Chris Sahloff whom in 2020 was one of the first interviews I had in the indie comic scene on a platform I had on Instagram called FAQs Confidential, both of us new to the world. Chris was unique as not only did he write the comic but also illustrated it with a mixture of friends and family. The members that make up CRIT are all his family and through each issue beyond the missions are banter and mayhem only a team that cared for each other would have. The Cliffhanger at the end of issue 6 dealt with...2024-07-111h 04
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 143: Hidden in Plain Sight w/ David Swartz and the Historical Fiction Tale Confederate MonsterToday I sit with David Swartz to speak about the fourth issue to his mixture of Historical Fiction and Classical Creature tale in Confederate Monster. We find Dr. Daniel Schmidt in the deep south recruited since his identity has become known as a well known assistant to Victor Frankenstein. The Confederate armies numbers have dwindled and any hope in resurfacing those ranks have fell on basically raising the undead. Unfortunately Dr. Schmidt's cover is blown and he is forced to aid the Confederacy even now when an old friend resurfaces.....Live on KickstarterSupport this podcast at — https://re...2024-07-0437 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 133: The Unraveling w/ Christopher Curtis and the Kaiju Manga J.A.Z.Z. (Juggernauts against Zealous Zealots)Today I speak once again with Christopher Curtis who brings us the second issue of JAZZ (Juggernauts against Zealous Zealots) where a team of extraordinary radicals fight the establish in the city of Neo Haven. Portals have occasionally opened releasing Kaiju's into the city and JAZZ becomes determined in finding what the government is hiding from them or if they know at all about how the portals started to open. We also talk about Christopher's recent story in the anthology Cthulu invades Neverland with Devin Arscott and more....Live on KickstarterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/th...2024-06-2134 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 132: An Avenging Retribution w/ Caleb Palmquist and the Revenge Treasure Hunting Tale- Modern Mythology: MedusaToday I chat once again with Caleb Palmquist about the newest project in a property he started in 2019 as an Anthology called Modern Mythology. The Project started as an series of short stories pertaining to everyones love of mythology all over the world featuring such indie writers as Travis Gibb and Greg Anderson Elysee'. His newest addition, Medusa combines a familiar property like Tomb Raider and meshing with the Gorgon Character of Medusa who most confuse her generally seen as a monster when the true purpose of her story is weaved into the fact that she is a victim to...2024-06-1332 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 131: The Heel Turn w/ Anthony Stokes and the Pro Wrestling Epic Tap or Die #3Today I sit once again with Anthony Stokes to discuss the third Installment to his Pro wrestling Epic-Tap or Die #3. By the beginning of Issue 2 Domino has been humbled and feels cheated realizing that his shot a world championship will be a harder hill to climb. You come to find out that his passion for wrestling has to overshadowing the powerful corporation he works for to finally get his rematch with Reel Deal Randy for the World Title. We also discuss Domino being an allegory for Anthony Stokes career in Indie Comics as well as why he feel anthologies may...2024-05-2933 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 130: Lost in Translation w/ Charlie McElvy and the MMA based Thriller American YakuzaToday I sit with Charlie McElvy the creator of Spider Squirrel and Godquest to get into his first non Superhero based drama pairing with 2 friends of the Podcast Chris Moses and Anthony Stokes to bring you the tale of Xavier, a former MMA champion who comes to find out his friend and business partner has just been killed in Japan. In the midst of his arrival, he is amassed in culture in the ways of how his business may have translated to criminal activity in the underworld of Japan. I also ask from a Indie comic creator standpoint how can...2024-05-1636 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 129: The Confines of Limitations w Vector Comics Jeff Haas and the Interspecies Sci-Fi The End of it All: TerminusToday I sit with a great friend of the podcast Vector Comics Founder and Traversing the Stars Podcast Creator/Host Jeff Haas as we talk about Issue 2 of his Interspecies Sci-Fi-The End of it All: Terminus. With 33 species from many different worlds and about 50,000 individuals, The Terminus captained by President Ada Lamarr comes to terms that ultimately the costly decisions that need to be made in order to sustain the inhabitants of her ship may prove fatal. The need to survive from not only the people on the ship but their biggest threat in the universe chasing them leads to...2024-04-2431 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 128: The Assumption of Weakness w/ Lesly Julien and his Action Barbaric Fantasy-Savage WizardFirst time on the pod I speak with Lesly Julien to talk about the Action/Fantasy Savage Wizard. When the Leader of a powerful Barbarian Clan loses his hand to a former friend, R'Nar has to choose a new path as fragility leads to banishment. Until a least likely ally has to use his help and the only way to do it is with Magic. Read this race against the clock, Can R'Nar warn his old clan of a new threat being imposed on his people.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2024-04-1729 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 127: Things we say in Avidity w/ Wells Thompson and the NSFW slice of life comedy-SMUTToday I have Wells Thompson back in the studio to speak on his new NSFW comedy SMUT. If you've ever found yourself extremely comfortable to speak freely with your own friends at risk of revealing explicit details of your exploits in your relationships and those of a sexual nature meet Dakota. A woman who cant seem to get past her impulses at risk that sex overshadows her quest for a normal relationship, but in the advice she gets from her 2 best friends Jess and Rita makes it seem like they have more in common than they previously thought. Wells takes...2024-04-1035 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 126: A Call To Arms w/ Tony Kittrell of Advent Comics and His Ultimate Black Indie Comic Collaboration Epiphany EngineToday I sit with the great Tony Kittrell, Founder and CEO of Advent Comics as we speak about the ultimate call to arms with the collaboration of 40 creators and 33 publishers with Epiphany Engine. The collection of writers and artists who are participating in the project has been held secret in some ways, but we finally see how some of the most revered characters join forces against a cosmic threat. As someone who himself has been in the Black Indie Comic community for over 15 years we dig into the Talent pool of what it was in 2009 as opposed to 2024. Take a...2024-04-0427 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceMeet the Parents w/ Anthony Stokes and his new Comedy Series It's Fun to Kill PeopleToday I'm back with Anthony Stokes to talk about his dive into the likes of a Calvin and Hobbes in his latest twist into Dark Comedy with Its Fun to Kill People. The story centers around a young boy named Tommy who's around 8 years old and a prodigy already in High School. His everyday life is overwhelming appetite, bullies, and outrageous childhood curiosity, but the catch is his Mother Jessica who is on her 3rd husband and is a Serial Killer. This leads to a Hilarious Outrageous tale and more like it to come.Support this podcast at — ht...2024-04-0335 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Lore of the West w/ Caleb Palmquist and the Western Fantasy Blend-Dragon GritToday I sit down with Caleb Palmquist to talk his latest tale in mixing the Wild West with Creatures of High Fantasy in Dragon Grit. An Ex Outlaw with a complex past on a dangerous escort mission pursued by an old rival. Interestingly enough this was also co-written by his wife whom's specialty is High Fantasy. We get into the ability to bend genres to make a more fulfilled story and also the continuing pattern from his books that each character has certain guided belief that all seems to connect each other.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.co...2024-03-2738 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceWe form like Voltron w/ Writer/ Artist Keef Cross and Artist Bobby Lexx and the Massive Collaboration Epiphany EngineToday we reveal a 2 part podcast into the massive collaboration of Black Indie Comics thru Tony Kittrell and Advent Comics as 33 Black Comic Publications join forces to unite against a cosmic threat in Epiphany Engine. My Guests today are Keef Cross Creator of Critically Reviewed Graphic Novel-Day Black and Bobby Lexx-Artist for Marvel/Crucial Crisis Comics/Upper Deck about what intrigued them to join the project. We also speak on the current state of Black Indie Comics since they both arrived on the scene in the 2010's and how particular comic cons have recently turned into a family reunion of...2024-03-2034 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Mastery of Curation w/ Troy-Jeffrey Allen and Hybrid of Comics and Music-AfroFuturesToday's Guest is definitely one of my favorite people in Comics. Troy-Jeffrey Allen is known as the physical form of Previews World and Co-Founder of RexCo Comics, but today we speak on his newest works as he prepares for the release of a hybrid of Culture, Comics, and Music with AfroFutures. A collection classic Mythologies, Historical Black heroes, Artificial Intelligence, and Futuristic Artwork that catches the eye. Troy and myself speak on the means of looking at comic culture from within and continuing to see ways to insert his love of Hip hop as he did recently with ODB Lyrical...2024-03-1450 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceTales of the Multi-Genre w/ Jerry Carita of Thorny Comics and the Anthology Series The CloakroomToday we bring back Thorny Comics Jerry Carita to speak about the Multi-Genre masterful Anthology Series curated by Batman and Dark Knights: Metal writer Scott Snyder. A collective of short stories harnessed through Scott's Substack writing course "Our Best Jackett". We speak Jerry's path as a Indie Publisher and the ability to multitask being a writer and Publication. Also, lastly talk about the children's comic he created with his young son called the Grizzly Crew.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2024-02-2840 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Squad and the Signal w/ Christopher Curtis and the Sci-Fi Manga Jazz-Juggernauts against Zealous ZealotsToday, First time on the program I talk with Christopher Curtis about his team of protectors in the town of Neo Haven who have to fight battles between and Elite Government faction of the military and recurring portals that unleash beasts into their world. We also get into the cross between indie manga in a western style comic as well as how he developed a bigger fan base on discord rather than the utilization of the Indie comic community.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2024-02-2132 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoycePaper Castles in the Sky w/ Brian Wycoff-Lambert and his Action Packed Mech-Thriller Air Force OnesTodays Episode of The FAQs Project I talk with a personal favorite of mine. Brian J. Lambert and his newest project Live on Kickstarter Air Force Ones. A Dystopian Mech Thriller based upon a description of War, Loss, and Class Discrimination all channeled into a 70+ page Graphic Novel. We also the means of interjecting Black Culture into Popular IP's. As fans of Gundam and Robotech may see it as subjective seeing black characters in Japanese Anime type properties.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2024-02-1859 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceSoul for Sale w/ Damien Becton and his Crime Thriller-Sinner takes AllToday I sit down with one of my favorite writers Damien Becton to talk about his newest book Live on Kickstarter Sinner takes All. A desperation tale of 2 very hopeless people whose paths they feel have hit it lowest point when they are enticed in all their hopes and dreams by a young boy named Josiah who needs to feed his hunger as a living incarnation of the Devil. We also speak Damien take adding elements of horror to his characters as well as listed many variations of the Devil in Comics. Even takes on some of our favorite Horror...2024-02-1434 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Slouch, his Sis, and the Mech w/ Wells Thompson Co-Writer of Mechaton Volume 1Today we welcome back Wells Thompson to talk once again about his quirky Scott Pilgrim meets Pacific Rim Sci-fi All ages book Mechaton. As we follow Derek (a Carefree Gamer) and his sister Leah in the entirety of his 5 issue saga where as fun as it might be to find an alien Mech glove out the sky. The scrutiny he faces from his whole community in having it brings a mixture of fear for some and popularity to others in a perfect depiction of society when they see something they don't understand.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.co...2024-02-0730 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceAlternate Dualities w/ Chris Moses Of Red Sea Comics and his brilliant Sci-Fi Tale CTRL-Z Issue #3With the MetaVerse being now placed in everyday households, what if your own personal escape was a utopia you could actually live in. That is until a Hierarchy is created in the form of classism that ruins everything. Chris builds a great story of riddled with plenty of questions in this action packed 4 issue series that fans of The Matrix and Gattaca will Admire.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2024-01-3137 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceRedemption Reloaded w/ Anthony Stokes of Tap or Die 2Welcome Back for Season 3 of the FAQs Project as we bring back a favorite as Anthony Stokes brings us back into his portrayal of revenge in the world of wrestling in Tap or Die 2Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2024-01-2538 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 113: My Brothers Keeper w Eli and Aaron Johnson in the second installment in their crime drama- The Formula Vol. 2Today I sit with Eli and Aaron Johnson to speak about the second installment in their Crime Drama- The Formula Vol. 2 where 2 high schooler brothers raised by a single mom after an unspeakable tragedy led to their fathers death decide one day that they want to fight crime. Why, to get revenge for on their fathers killer, but in the meantime a designer drug has taken over their school turning normal teens into superhumans. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-11-2233 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceMythos of a Vampire w/ Rich Davis of Thorny Comics and the finale to Vampire Trilogy-Reign of DraculaToday I sit with Rich Davis of Thorny Comics to speak on his Third Installment to dive into Vampire Lore with Reign of Dracula. In the emphasis of learning something new, Rich takes us into a detailed story based in Vampire Mythology without the particular Western style tropes. This also leads to his decision in centering this book around the Daughter of Dracula herself Lilith who's history can you as far back as the bible and Adam and Eve.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-11-1533 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceManifestation Station w/ Anthony Stokes and his Psychological Thriller-Intrusive ThoughtsToday I sit with Anthony Stokes who has been on a tear this year for the 5th time as we talk shop about the latest issue of his Psychological Thriller into the ill's of a young students mental health in Intrusive Thoughts. What if your mind was a door that if opened? The Contents inside may resemble something from the Shining. Young Tyler has struggled through adolescence and his past tends to haunt him frequently. So much so, it may have released an unexpected companion that might be able to show him how to persevere.Support this podcast...2023-10-1939 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceSoldiers of Fortune w/ Nigel Lynch of Beyond Caribbean Publishing and his Mercenary Tale-Critical Ops Task ForceToday we travel all the way to the Island Nation of Barbados to speak with Nigel Lynch of Beyond Caribbean Publishing to speak about his Mercenary Tales, The Diary of the Stray Dogs which takes us into the world of Shani Belcourt who until an unfateful day was working for a private security firm in the distant future when a mysterious package leads her on a whirlwind adventure and her life as a Mercenary. We also get introduced in a title of the same universe that is live on Kickstarter within the imprint of Wise Acre Comics-Critical Ops Task Force.2023-10-0538 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Mysterious Ally w/ Dan Price and the One-Shot to his hit Indie Comic: Bigfoot Knows Karate HinagonToday I sit with Dan Price to talk about the Hit Indie series Bigfoot knows Karate now being created in a time jump into Feudal Ancient Japan in the Story namely titled Hinagon. Aptly named after the term Native Japanese use for Mysterious creature in Japanese Culture. We discuss what brought about the means to create such books and their use in the expansion of the Mythology of Bigfoot and how it translates in the Action packed surreal story.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-09-2743 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe 17 Year Wait w/ Jerry Carita of Thorny Comics and his Action/Horror Cicada SamuraiToday I sit with Jerry Carita, who is stepping out of his Producer chair show running hits such as American Pickers and Comic Book Men to bring us his first creator owned comic Cicada Samurai. We speak on how an interest in growing up and seeing these overgrown insects though out the years bring forth the creation of a new hero. Not only that but he's brought a slew of creative giants to join him. Mary Landro, Comic Book Mens own Walt Flanagan, and Afro Samurai Artist Takashi Okazaki. A 10 page mini with non stop action in an allegory for...2023-09-2036 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceSurvival of the Fittest w/ Alim Leggett and Sweet Pea Issue 2 Sons of AdamToday I sit with Alim Leggett someone who I've wanted to get on the show for a while to talk his tale of an overprotective but mysterious father and his daughter dealing with the after affects of a sinister invasion in Sweet Pea live on Kickstarter. When the entire world is under attack from an alien rebellion, the secrets are soon revealed in an unexpected manner. A fast paced Sci-Fi Action Adventure combining War of the Worlds and Attack the BlockSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-09-1433 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceDivide and Unify w/ TJ Sterling and his Space Opera Joystick AngelsToday I get to talk with good friend TJ Sterling of Rae Comics about his second and third installments to his space opera Joystick Angels. When Human Civilization is down to its last colony due to constant attack from an alien hive called the Eukarya, an assembly of the smartest and most resilient group called the Angels may be Humanities last hope. Also incorporated sonically is a soundtrack for every issue curated by J. Spenser Sterling. Fans of Starfox, Darius Twin, and Guardians of the Galaxy will love this.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-09-0148 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Art of the Chuckle w/ Barney Smith and Dadder JokesCan you create a Joke and if you can how can you deliver? Some View Dad Jokes as simple and predictable, but when you're caught off guard they can actually be funny. Barney took time over 2020 after getting bothered by the rhetoric on social media to come up with a comic styled Dad Joke book. 3 years later we are at his next installment with Dadder JokesSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-08-3153 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Madness of the Divine w/ Anthony Stokes and his Fantasy Manga "I wish the Gods were Dead"Today I have Anthony Stokes bringing his latest Fantasy Manga to Kickstarter "I Wish the Gods were Dead". The tale of young woman who has had her whole life ripped from her by a determined antagonist who by her recollection seems to haven't had enough hugs. Parents Gone, separated from her brother, and mission to get things back right by killing monsters one at a time.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-08-2445 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceBrick by Brick w/ Lloyd and Natosha Jones of Midnight Comics and their newest tale The GreyToday I speak with Lloyd and Natosha Jones of Midnight Comics about their newest Kickstarter tales The Grey and Admani. Two stories centered around young women with tremendous power but have a reluctance to use it. The Grey revolves around Shameka Day and her discovery to manipulate Black Holes but authority sees her as a new weapon in their arsenal. Admani provides a look at a young 17 year old name Fatima who must control her mental health and rage upon finding out she can harness fire. We also talk on Midnight Comics continuance to build since the pandemic and the...2023-08-0932 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceHeist of Treachery w/ Jack Harris Jr. of the Action Mystery Graphic Novel Terminus Veil Volume 1Today I sit with Jack Harris Jr. to speak about his Action Mystery Graphic Novel Terminus Veil Volume 1. Fans of the anime Ghost in the Shell will love this look of espionage, betrayal, and violence amongst a Security Firm after a set of advance technology and weaponry become stolen.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-08-0427 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEnta Da Stage- An Opportunistic Look at the Spotlight of Comics in Lieu of the StrikeIn Lieu of the Writers and Actors Strikes that are happening around the nation, we take a look at the dynamic of being in the middle of Comic Convention season and having an opportunity to market and promote, Wait for it......COMICSSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-07-2824 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceLove or Sacrifice w/ Wells Thompson Creator of the Adventure/Romance Graphic Novella Catskin and the RoseOnce again we chat with one of our favorite guests Wells Thompson about his newest project live on Kickstarter and Adventure/Romance Novella Catskin and the Rose. A tale of Monarchy and sacrifice, 2 young women prepare to duel in a established tournament to win the hand of a young prince and a seat in the royal family only to find a connection between the both of them. An unpredictable situation that may lead to a ending decision that could affect both their lives. Also, we speak on Wells means of creating stories in all genres over the past year.2023-07-2133 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceRock Bottom w/ Anthony Stokes Creator of the Action filled Pro Wrestling Tale- Tap or DieMilestone moment as we have hit Episode 100 and what a better way to send it off than with one of our best guests Anthony Stokes bringing his Pro Wrestling tale Tap or Die Live to Kickstarter. An upstart rookie in the game Domino has been doing more than enough to earn the good graces of the commissioner leading to his pro debut. Making a name in the lower levels has to be earned as Domino soon learns. Anthony attributes much of this story to his ascension in Comics and some of the challenges he's met along the way....2023-07-1548 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceAltered Brotherhood w/ Lyle Ringold creator of the Glyph Award winning Comic-The WatchmanToday I sit with Lyle Ringold, Creator of the Glyph Award winning Comic-The Watchman for Konkret Comics. Stepping in the mantle of your now deceased father can be a lot to live up to expectations but for Tevin Fields (The Watchman) imagine finding out that you are not the only heir to carry on the legacy. Lyle and I play catch up as the last time we spoke he was just merely releasing Watchman to get first eyes on it, but now he details that he is all in on the universe he built.Support this podcast at — ht...2023-07-1438 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceWhy not Animation?- A Retrospect and Review of Spider-Man Across the SpiderverseToday after weeks of digesting the movie on many watches. I wanted to speak on the theories around why Spider-Man Across the Spiderverse has brought such a cultural shift that it almost begins the debate that if a character is done so well in an animated setting why is there a need to create a live action adaptation. If DC animation had released any of their popular films to theaters would it have garnered the same reaction because when done correctly it can ruin your perception of how they are created in live action. Miles Morales and his incarnation of...2023-07-0727 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceAngelic Betrayal w/ Brian J. Lambert-Founder of Wingless Comics and the Mythological Tale JusticeToday I sit with Brian J. Lambert, Founder of Wingless Comics. Home of the Epic Crossover tale Nightfall and now the final story in the first arc of Justice #4. Where we last see Justice suffering through his whole world shifting and now because of the ultimate Betrayal he has to go through hell to get back to heaven. Live of KickstarterSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-06-1949 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceA Thorn in the Rosebush w/ Travis B. Hill and Sheldon Allen of Advent Comics and Vigilante Tale ThornToday I speak with Travis B. Hill and Sheldon to speak about the Vigilante tale for Advent Comics aptly titled Thorn. Thorn describes a young man named Alton Eldridge and the town of Rosebush Heights. Alton loves his neighborhood and his people, but understands the injustice from local government and the police has latched a chokehold on his town thru Gentrification and lack of care for the people who've made it a home. Travis and Sheldon go into detail about the construction of the character and Travis' own upbringing plays a huge part in the story. Support this...2023-06-0859 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEpisode 95: The Need for Speed w/ Jordan Alsaqa & Randy Stone of Altruist Comics and the Silver Age Homage-Bullet AdventuresToday I sit with Jordan Alsaqa and Randy Stone of Altruist Comics and the homage to silver age comics with Bullet Adventures. We speak about the continuation of their successful comic in which a young speedster is reintroduced to her Grandfather a former superhero of the late 60's who has returned as a young man. This issue combines humor, sci-fi, coming of age novelties, and everything that made you fall in love with the superhero genre. And, leaves us with a cliffhanger that makes you grasp for more.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-06-0131 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceFistful of Spaghetti w/ Renton Hawkey of Ronin Digital Express and Creator of Tower of DeathToday I sit with good friend Renton Hawkey about his current one shot based in the world of his Substack driven Digital Comic Ronin Digital Express called Tower of Death. A 20 page epic with non stop action, Samurai, and Martial Arts with all the basis of a Spaghetti Western resembling Kurosawa and Eastwood. We get into the weird and exaggerated action world of comics and how that translates to live action with the likes of Grindhouse, Tarantino, and maybe Fast and the Furious and discuss the vulnerability of his main character Ronin.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.co...2023-05-2641 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceProfound Resolve w/ Wells Thompson and Dalton Shannon Co-Writers of Depths: A Tale of Underwater SurvivalToday I sit with Wells Thompson and Dalton Shannon Co-Writers of Depths: A tale of underwater survival focused on the tug of war between two friends Emil and James who's perseverance after a traumatic accident where One finds themself at the bottom of the ocean in a sustainable suit for over 3 years. How much faith can you have in a friend that you trust to know he is a fighter and can make it out of this? Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-05-1339 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceCosmic Principle w/ Derek "Lonzo Starr" Allen CEO of Konkret Comics and Creator of AkolyteLong overdue, I have a sit down with Derek "Lonzo Starr" Allen CEO of Konkret Comics and Creator of Akolyte. Issue 5 is bringing us slightly closer to the end of the first Arc and in the Indie World that can be huge. Akolyte in his inception was built on prophecy as a symbol of the Supreme. After his earlier issues on Earth, we finally see him reaching new heights traveling the galaxy. We also talk about the trajectory of his company Konkret Comics, and his new of distribution through Diamond Distributors and what a company like his shows in comparison...2023-05-0549 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceUnlikely Allies w/ Chris Moses Creator of the Sci-Fi Epic The Saturn EffectToday I sit with one of our favorite guests Chris Moses to speak about his Sci-Fi Epic The Saturn Effect. After the first 4 issues of Volume 1 we return to siblings Alpha and Centauri and their consistent means to garner peace amongst the factions after the Titan Wars. 3 years after the conflict a few new familiar players enter the fray leading to fast paced action in this new saga. The Saturn Effect takes pieces of Star Wars, Gattaca, and Demolition Man and leads a more mature spin to it.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-04-2140 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceUnforeseen Conclusion w/ Anthony Stokes Creator of the Horror Series-DecayToday I sit with one of our favorite guests Anthony Stokes talking about the conclusion to his hit series Decay with drops for issues 4 and 5. I gotta admit when I first started reading this series because initially it was described as a Horror Comic and by the middle of the series you get so caught up in the issues you totally forget. Now with the series reaching its end for DK, Jess, and Tre-it's the unexpected ending that brings you back to the violent way it began.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-04-0736 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceCinematic Transference w/ Onaji Rouse-Creator of Odina for Konkret Comics and the New Live Action Series Drafted OriginsOften times in the community of indie comics we all look for our projects to be adapted but seldomly we find creators getting right back into their entrepreneurial bag and form a team to bring that project to life. Today I sit with Onaji Rouse creator of Odina for Konkret Comics who is now developing Odina into live action form in the new series Drafted Origins live on Go Fund Me. We also talk about the comic scene in Atlanta, screenwriting, as well as being apart of one of the top black publishing indie teams in the game with Konkret...2023-04-0140 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceYour Friendly Neighborhood Mech Warrior w/ Wells Thompson and Dalton Shannon, Co writers of MechaTonThis week I sit with Wells Thompson and Dalton Shannon Co-writers of the Kaiju driven tale Mechaton. When an Alien Technological powered Glove strikes Earth, a young slacker named Derek upon discovering it finds that he can turn anything and I mean ANYTHING into a fully piloted Mech with just a punch. Now in the latter issues in the current story we find Derek and his sister Leah being challenged by Authoritarians, Fascists, and the Military as to why all that power lies in the hands of a young man who just wants to play video games all day.2023-03-1241 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceAfterlife Servitude w/ Sean Murphy and Kelly De Croix of Ominous Powers Ink Comics and their tale Everyday MagusTodays Episode I sit with Sean Murphy and Kelly De Croix, Co-writers in the tale Everyday Magus. A genre bending comic focusing on The Great Resignation meets the afterlife as the protagonist Chalk who has come into an Eternity of Indentured Servitude after death must do what he can to see his daughter one last time. But First, he has to get fired....Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-03-1038 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceWhat Superhero Fatigue?!-A Jaded View into the Overconsumption of Comic Book PropertiesToday I talk about the amount of Quantity over Quality lately within the ranks of the MCU and the former DCEU and the acts of business that is now pumping the brakes on the amount of content seen by the viewer until it is absolutely right.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-02-2428 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Madman's Vignette w/ Corey Marshall Founder of Umiverse Comics and Writer of the Four part series-A Madman's TaleToday I sit with Corey Marshall Founder of Umiverse Comics to speak about his Four part Vignette series called A Madman's Tale which includes books that are reminiscent of a feel you may have gotten watching Alfred Hitchcock Presents, Twilight Zone, or Creepshow in how they take modern day current events and manage to twist them into realms of Sci Fi and Horror. Also, we discover how it feels as a creator to skip a step beyond crowdfunding and open a webstore for your comics first as a means to gauge the buyers market.Support this podcast at — ht...2023-02-1731 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Field is wide open-An Introspect of Comic Books and their live action adaptationsToday I take a step back and speak on the current adaptations we have seen either announced in the style of Comic Book Movies and TV shows from Marvel and DC, but more so how subsequent publishers like Image, Boom, TKO presents, and even some indie titles are now catching the eye of major studios because of a great story and not generational character development and fandom.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-02-1018 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceAn Unwelcomed Disruption w/ Anthony Stokes Creator of the Psychological Horror Intrusive ThoughtsToday I sit with Anthony Stokes to talk about his latest dive into Psychological horror in his newest book Intrusive Thoughts. We discuss how the utilization of the main character Tyler and the torment he has faced all his life give a physical manifestation of paralysis demon due to the night terrors he has had since he was young. The book is a tale of how bullying and social anxiety can change you mentally. A great book to have.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-02-0345 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceTo catch a Bullet w/ Jordan Alsaqa & Randy Stone Creators of Bullet Adventures for Altruist ComicsToday I sit with Jordan Alasaqa and Randy Stone Co writers for the Silver Age Comic Inspired Bullet Adventures. The Newest Kickstarter dives into Issues 1-3 revolving around Dale Desousa a former Speedster Superhero from the 1950's that after a time travel incident bringing him back to the past. He finds that his persona as Bullet has more than impacted his family generationally with his Granddaughter Elaine Choi.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-01-2637 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceEthereal Tranquility w/ Jeffrey L. Johnson Writer/Creator of Ennead: The Rule of NineToday I sit down with Jeffrey L. Johnson, Writer and Creator of Ennead: The Rule of Nine. With the first volume of the story complete Jeffrey lets us in on the details of his latest kickstarter which provides gratitude to the collectors at heart which include the Ya'rosa a weapon that is a distinguished honor to carry as well as a Ennead Collectors Box to harvest the first 6 issues plus the full volume. We learn about the expansion of this great indie comics transition to Substack and even in novel form.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/th...2023-01-2348 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceCTRL vs. Liberation w Chris Moses Creator of the Saturn Effect and his newest Sci Fi Tale CTRL-ZToday I sit with Chris Moses to talk about newest tale in Sci-Fi CTRL-Z for fans of the Matrix and Strange Days you'll find a story pulling from the mainframe of what is reality and separate from the Cyberspace created by Humanity. We also speak on plans for Volume 2 of the Saturn Effect, the usage of NSFW in marketing your campaign, and his collab with Writer Anthony Stokes to start Super Comic BrosSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-01-1837 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceA Blend of Metal and Fantasy w/ Chuck Satterlee Creator of Monsters & Midways and the Indie favorite Bitter SoulsHappy 2023, Today we kick off our third season with Indie Veteran Chuck Satterlee Creator of the Indie Favorite Bitter Souls, but today we talk about his newest projects Monsters & Midways a tale of 70's Fantasy an homage not only to Heavy Metal Magazine but his hometown of Chicago. Also, we discuss some of his favorite writers who've inspired his work as well as indie publishers like Devils Due Comics and Band of Bards.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2023-01-111h 04
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Woman of many Faces w/ Malachi Bailey Editor in Chief of Wingless Comics and the Author of "Her"Today I sit with Malachi Bailey, Editor in Chief of Wingless Comics and the Author of the Mystical Superheroine Comic "Her". We speak on his transition in turning his story from a Novel into a full issue comic as well as what it has meant for the indie comic community to embrace his story and his love of comics.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-10-2247 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Tribal Parallel w/ Damien Becton Author of the Sci-Fi Fantasy Worlds Away Issue #2Today I sit Damian Becton for the second time to talk about his Sci-Fi Fantasy Worlds Away Issue #2. We left off at the Dynamic between a mother (Serenity) and her daughter (Mackenzie) all at the loss of their Father and Husband. Now they must co-exist you a forgotten world looking for an energy source when a Mystical Goddess seems to take a liking to Mackenzie and conflict ensues. In this issue, we are introduced to a Father and daughter on this alien world named K'lar and Cy'lu who provide an interesting narrative as a mirror for Serenity and Mackenzie.2022-10-2033 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceSpatial Interpretation w/ Nahuel F.A. Co-Founder of Negative Space Comics and writer of the Short Story "The Undoing Well"Today I sit with Nahuel F.A. Co-Founder of Negative Space Comics to talk about the newly released Negative Space Anthology live on Zoop. Negative Space's Mission statement holds true in Education of Mentorship for up and coming Comic Book Writers and this Anthology proves utilizing the Judges, Mentors, and Winners of the annual Comic book writing competitions which highlight scribes from all diverse backgrounds. The Anthology is an interpretation of what Negative Space means to them through the Physical, concept, or their mission. Nahuel points out the details within the anthology to speak about grief as many of the...2022-10-1836 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Consciousness of Gods w/ Daniel D. Calvo Creator of the Aztec Mythological Tale Tenoch-God of FireToday I sit with Daniel D. Calvo of Konkret Comics as we talk about the second installment in his Aztec Mythological Tale Tenich-God of Fire. We pick up where issue 1 left off with Tenoch living amongst mortals but yet having the urge to deal in battle with evil spirits who attack modern day Mexico until a recruitment of sorts to return to his throne appeases his interest. But in doing so, it could lead to the deaths of many innocent lives.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-10-1630 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Elements of Collaboration w/ Jerry Chatelain Co-Founder of E4 Comics and Creator of The ElementsToday I sit with Jerry Chatelain the Co-Founder of E4 comics to speak about his third installment into the Elements storyline with the Dysis Saga. We discuss the anime inspiration behind the books as well as how his company started and evolved from wanted to get into animation and transforming it into a comic book. The book reads like a manga but detailed like an episode of Dragonball Z.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-09-2939 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceAn Exploration of Culture w/ Naseed Gifted Curator of Khem Fest and Author of P.B.S. SoldierToday I sit with Naseed Gifted, Curator of Khem Fest-a celebration of Black Animation, Gaming, and Comic Book Creators now in its 8th year based in the Newark New Jersey Area. We discuss the initiatives that Khem Fest has brought to life providing access to the community as a means of emboldening the youth through STEM and the Arts. Khem Fest has become more than a traditional comic con, but an Animation Film Festival, an Art and Tech Gallery, and a Marketplace for fashion.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-09-1029 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Spectacle of Immortality w/ Brett Hillesheim Creator of Immortalis for Wingless ComicsAfter a decent summer break, I sit down with Brett Hillesheim of Indie Comix Dispatch about his first official Historical Fantasy storyline with Wingless Comics called Immortalis. This takes place in Constantinoble, now presently Turkey and Macedonia among the rule of Emperor Konstantine who out of an act of desperation to keep his empire from falling turns to more Supernatural Forces.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-09-0245 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceMr. T'challa and the Big Concern-A Wakanda Forever Preview and IntrospectiveTodays Episode is a focus on the recent trailer for Wakanda Forever and where we may have lost ourselves in the legacy of a character like T'challa. I talk about where we were back in 2018 when Black Panther first dropped in theatres to present day where it seems the audience is now extremely divided on the moment that brought many fans together in the first place and the creativity that exploded from it.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-08-0524 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceLiberation in Anarchy w/ Braxton Cosby of Starchild Comics and Creator of Broken-Book 1 of the Young Hellions SeriesToday I sit once again with Braxton Cosby of Starchild Comics to talk about his newest installment Broken. A comic set in a Dystopian Future filled with the backdrop of a nuclear holocaust, slave settlements, and the living dead all while revolving around a young 16 year old named Keesa who everyday looks upon an unforgiving world and wonders what else is out there. In the midst of her curiosity, a hierarchy called the Establishment has the new rules to this world that she hopes to break.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-07-2741 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoycePurpose Intertwined w/ Frederick Littles of Wise Acre Comics and Creator of MagnusToday I sit with Frederick Littles of Wise Acre Comics and Creator of Magnus, the intergalactic war saga about a lost prince who finds out very quickly that he has a destiny to fulfill. We discuss the inspiration in Frederick starting his comic book imprint to the importance of character designs to basing his characters with West African Yoruba Mythology and with Fredericks time in the military we see some of the Protagonist like General Stamos molding the mind and body of Magnus for a fight and a lineage he will soon come to find out.Support this...2022-07-2045 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Future is Family w/ Damien Becton-Creator of Worlds Away, A Sci Fi driven Space OdysseyToday I sit with Damien Becton, Creator of the Sci-Fi Space Odyssey Worlds Away about the significance of his tale between a very protective mother and an immensely naive daughter surviving in a futuristic world. We discuss how much the lead character Serenity reminds him of his own mother as well as Damien's profession as an educator and how that shaped his comic book style. As a Mad Cave comic book Talent Winner, his promising future in indie comics has just begun and we looking forward to seeing more from him.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/th...2022-07-1344 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoycePower in your Broken Place w/ James "Enoch" Church of Black Minds Publishing-Creator of Immortal DarkToday I sit with James "Enoch" Church Creator of Immortal Dark a Supernatural Martial Arts Manga where we discuss how the book centers on 2 siblings marred by generational trauma and their distance from one another. Anime becomes inspiration in molding this book centered on Tribe and spiritual factions that operate and Mixed Martial arts competition. Also, we speak on James transition from Spoken Word Poet to Manga Writer as he is student of research and lastly the mission behind Black Minds Publishing.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-07-0651 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceZodiacs and Relics w/ John Robinson IV Creator of the Urban Fantasy Comic-Scorpio Vol. 1Today I sit with John Robinson IV Creator of Scorpio Vol. 1 a compilation of his 3 issue Urban Fantasy Comic. We discuss the curiosity around Astrology and why he detailed his characters in such a way. Also, we ponder the differences between Epic and High fantasy rather than Urban Fantasy, the signature plot of relics and the Zodiac, as well as John's Podcast "Beyond the IV Wall" where he speaks with like minded writers about their challenges and triumphs in writing comics and graphic novels.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-06-2253 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceWar and Prophecy w/ Quintin Dorsey-Creator and Author of Knight of AbyssToday I sit with Quintin Dorsey Creator and Author of Knight of Abyss where we discuss Vol 1 and 2 of his epic graphic novel. Also, the patience in showcasing your character designs until you get traction on social media, how anime shaped the series, and even when celebrities find heavy interest in your work.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-06-1536 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceAnd Justice for all.. w/ Brian Lambert of Wingless Comics and Creator of Nightfall and JusticeToday I sit with our return guest Brian Lambert of Wingless Comics to talk about the third installment through Heaven and Hell with Justice #3. We discuss how he has mastered the art and utilizing a plethora of Mythologies from many cultures into this one book. Also, since our last talk how Nightfall (his Collaborative comic with Constant Hustle Comics) now provides continuity within this current storyline.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-06-0756 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoycePop Life and Magical Influence w/ Serena Sanchez of Magic Gal Media and Creator of Black RhapsodyToday I sit with Serena Sanchez to talk about her First Installment to her new book Black Rhapsody. A mixture of Lovecraftian Horror, Witchery, Pop Life , and Jem and Holograms focusing on the protagonist Alethea and her maneuvering through an evil cult like record label and Pop star Antagonist and Ancient Goddess named Dulcibella.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-06-0328 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Acceptance w/ Newton Lilavois of Dream Fury Comics and Creator of Kisha Demon EaterToday I sit with Newton Lilavois Creator of the smash independent comic Crescent City Monsters to talk about his latest story Kisha Demon Eater. We touch on his exploration into African Mythology with the Angolan Demon God Kishi and his many sons until he has his first daughter who seeks his attention and affection and gets neither of the two until one day she meets Kisha Malveaux and all that changes. We also talk about his partnership with his great artist Gian Carlo Bernal, Kisha's acquisition as a character in Blankos Block Party, and the overall story of Kisha seeking...2022-05-2546 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceMultiversal Chaos w/ Lawrence King of Constant Hustle Comics and Proprietor of Eviction BellumToday I sit with Lawrence King of Constant Hustle Comics to talk about Dwayne Welch's Multiversal Epic Graphic Novel Eviction Bellum. A storyline nearly 2 years in the making where the entire Constant Hustle Universe Roster is tied into Cosmic Conflict among 2 protagonists that have seemed to instigate war between many of its heroes. Kickstarter will be released on May 27th for Vol.2Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-05-1848 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceSweet Revenge w/ Anthony Stokes Author of the Supernatural Revenge Tale-DecayToday I sit with Anthony Stokes to discuss his current Kickstarter Campaign for the Supernatural Revenge Tale-Decay. A story that encapsulates a mix of religion, comedy, horror, and suspense in Issues 1 and 2. We also talk about his relationship with the indie comics community and how the internet has made so much so accessible.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-05-1146 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Creators Crowdfunder w/ Jordan Plosky Co-Founder of ZoopToday I sit down with Jordan Plosky, Co-Founder of Zoop. As the newest addition for Indie Comics and Creator Owned Projects to see the light of day. Zoop offers what many of their competition such as Kickstarter or Indiegogo don't and that the access of help through either fulfillment and marketing to get your ideals to your audience. Zoop shows an understanding to Creators that they themselves aren't at liberty to do. We speak on the difference between crowdfunding and self publishing. Also, how they came to collaborate with the likes of David Walker of Bitter Root, the late John...2022-05-0433 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceTilting the Lens w/ Aaron Dowen of Catalyst Comics and Creator of TiltToday I sit with Aaron Dowen Creator of Tilt for Catalyst Comics as talk about his indie series Tilt. A unique superhero story about a child with special abilities forcibly taken from his home and experimented on by a secret organization only to be used as a Mercenary until he broke free. In finding out more about his life, it seems like he has dug up more than what he could imagine.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-04-2738 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceSpiritual Oblivion w/ Jermael Lessey of Konkret Comics and Creator of AbsolverToday I Sit down with Jermael Lessey Creator of Absolver for Konkret Comics as Issue 3 of his Critically Acclaimed Comic is now live on Kickstarter. We discuss the origins of Absolver and the dealings between Heaven, Hell, Religion, and Limbo. Creating a character that judges his own Spirituality as a Mezzo-a being that is forged at bringing vengeance to those on earth for their sins. Also, we bring up the many releases Konkret Comics has to offer and their role as a Top Tier Indie Publisher.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-04-2146 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceThe Cartoonist w/ George Gant-Creator of The Ringo Award Nominated Webcomic Beware of ToddlerToday I sit with George Creator of the famous comic strip webcomic Beware of Toddler. We discuss how a random game of Hide and Seek between Him and his 2 year old Daughter turned into an award winning Webcomic. Drawing inspiration from the Sunday Comic section of the newspaper to the likes of Calvin and Hobbes, Family Circus, Garfield, and Bloom County. We understand where observation of being a stay at home dad leads to influencing his art and the choice to release Digitally through Webtoons rather than print. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-03-3035 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceLife after Adaptation w/ Anthony Piper-Creator of Trill LeagueToday I talk with Anthony Piper creator of Trill League and talk about the epic Graphic Novel mixing Hip Hop, Dark Humor, and a parody take on the Justice League that is still one of the most anticipated books in this past decade. After a deal with 50 Cent, Lionsgate, and the former app Quibi Anthony has now released Episode 2 of his great graphic novel. In the world of indie comics currently getting adapted for TV and Movies this is an interview you do not wanna miss. We also talk Marvel, what the city of Chicago means to Trill League, and...2022-03-2656 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceSci-Fi Intersectionality w/ Chris Moses of Red Sea Comics and Creator of the Saturn EffectToday I speak with Chris Moses, Founder of Red Sea Comics as we dive into his trilogy installments of The Saturn Effect Ajax and Alpha reminiscent of Aliens with a touch manga inspired art. We also discuss his working titles of Soma City a storyline born out of the pandemic and his recent jump into fantasy lore with the Breakneck Anthology series. Finally, we ask why some Indie Comic publishers sell themselves short and undercharge for their art.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-03-2345 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceBuild the Lore, the Comics will follow w/Braxton A. Cosby-Founder of Starchild ComicsToday I talk with Braxton A. Cosby, Founder of Starchild Comics and Creator of his series: The Cape and Infinity 7. We discuss his transition from Novelist to Comic Book Writer and the means to Self Publish rather than look for Mainstream distribution. Also, we look into his team and why having many authors and artists in your stable early on can help you to multiple releases like Braxton is planning to do this calendar year. Definitely a company to keep an eye on for the future.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2022-03-1648 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceWhose Batman is this? A spoiler Breakdown of The Batman w/ Darnell Hicks of the PartynerdzToday I sit with my good friend Darnell Hicks of the Partynerdz as we discuss The Batman. Is it safe to assume in the many iterations of Batman in any medium that a turn into a psychological thriller won over the audience? Did this version of the Riddler allow it to be placed upon the pantheon of Batman villains played on screen? Was Zoe Kravitz the Scene stealer in this movie or was it Colin Farrell? That and many more questions are asked in this latest installment of the FAQs ProjectSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/th...2022-03-1050 min
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceFantasy Concept and Creation w/ Jeffrey L. Johnson Jr. Author of The Ennead:The Rule of NineTodays Episode of the Faqs Project, I talk with Jeffrey L Johnson Jr. creator and Author of Ennead The Rule of Nine and Epic Fantasy Tale which conquers the diverse playing field of world building, stigmas around monarchy, and stepping away from your past in a violent dominion ruled by 9 families who have not yet known their purpose.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2021-06-251h 02
The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" BoyceWhat a time to be alive!....Somethin different, somethin new as I bring light to the recent events that consist within Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Invincible, and the Snyder Cut. The Racial and political backdrops in comics that trigger constants hot takes and how we got here.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations2021-04-1530 min