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A People's Guide to PublishingLessons Learned: New Edition of People's Guide to Publishing | People's Guide to Publishing PodcastIn 2018, we released "A People's Guide to Publishing," detailing everything Joe and the Microcosm team had learned through the years about starting, running, and sustaining an independent publishing company.For Microcosm's 30th anniversary, we've released a second edition of the book, expanded to include even MORE lessons Joe's learned over the last few years, and how to apply them to your publishing company.This week on the pod, join Joe and Elly as they talk about what's new in the second edition of "A People's Guide to Publishing!Get the book here: https...
2026-02-1912 min
A People's Guide to Publishing30 Years of Growing Worlds: It's Microcosm's Birthday! ! | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastIn 1996, Microcosm started a small closet poorly insulated house. It wasn’t intended to be a job or an organization, or even a business. Thirty years later, this has turned out to be one Microcosm’s strengths. We've always intended to solve a very real problem, no matter how unrealistic the set of circumstances and challenges.This week on the podcast, hang out with Joe and Elly as they take you through Microcosm's origins, how we got here, and what lessons they'll be taking into the next 30 years.************Thank you for catching the P...
2026-02-1227 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow do you organize inclusive events and conferences? w/Dr. Alex D. Ketchum | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastA LOT goes into the planning of conferences, signings, and basically every event. How do you make sure it's accessible to everyone who wants to come? It goes beyond just making sure your space is ADA accessible! Dr. Alex D. Ketchum's new book, "How to Organize Inclusive Events & Conferences," is full of practical tips, templates, and guidance for organizing accessible, inclusivity-oriented events.This week on the pod, Alex joins Joe and Elly to talk about accessibility, favorite feminist restaurants, and, of course, planning inclusive events and conferences.Get the book here: https://microcosmpublishing.c...
2026-02-0558 min
A People's Guide to PublishingCan publishing fewer books lead to more sales? | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastWill publishing fewer books make more money? It feels counterintuitive, but when you look closer, it frees up the ability to market more specifically, edit more thoroughly, and generally give more care in attention to what you've got going on. Find out how Joe & Elly made the decision to find Microcosm's "optimal number" of titles per season, and how they've discovered that more isn't always better.************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via yo...
2026-01-2211 min
A People's Guide to PublishingAI, Closures, Tariffs, and More: 2025 in Publishing | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastWe are far from the only ones saying it, but 2025 was an ass-kicker of a year. From tariffs Baker and Taylor closing to AI, publishing felt like a roller coaster for much of the year.How did it impact Microcosm, and publishing culture? This week on the pod, Joe, Elly, and special guest Bernie the Office Dog recap 2025 in the book industry. ************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or...
2026-01-0814 min
A People's Guide to PublishingWhat do Edelweiss changes mean for book publishers? w/Jane Friedman | People's Guide to PublishingEdelweiss is known in the book industry as a powerful tool connecting booksellers and librarians with publishers and their titles. But in the last year, Edelweiss's new owners have made some changes in both the site's functionality and pricing. What does this mean for publishers, and how do we think it'll effect the industry? Jane Friedman of the Bottom Line is back this week to talk with Joe and Elly about her thoughts. ************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the boo...
2026-01-0221 min
A People's Guide to PublishingBudgeting When Thinking About Money Gives You Hives | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastHow do you set a personal budget, even if thinking about money feels like the worst thing ever? What if you're allergic to spreadsheets, or your family set you up with a ton of anxiety and expectations around finances?Joe Biel, founder and CEO of Microcosm and regular host of the pod, did a little seminar for Microcosm staff on setting a personal budget and Joe's favorite tips for money management. We got so much out of it, we wanted to share it with you! If you want more tips on where to get started w...
2025-12-2633 min
A People's Guide to PublishingWhen should book publishers innovate? w/Jane Friedman | A People's Guide to Publishing Podcast"Innovation" is one of the biggest words you hear in just about any industry, especially with the rise of our new AI overlords. It can be so tempting to make big changes just for the sake of making changes!But what is real innovation, and how do you know when it needs to happen? How do you innovate with intention? Is innovation even right for you? Jane Friedman of The Bottom Line is back with Joe and Elly this week to talk about branding, change, innovation, and how to go about it all thoughtfully.
2025-12-1816 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow do publishers use math to make books? | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastIt's another throwback episode!Usually books and math don't mix. The book people sit in one spot, the math in another, with their calculators and abacuses. But Microcosm founder and CEO Joe Biel is a known champion of combining the two!This week on the pod, Joe and Elly talk about the math that goes into publishing, from finances, to calculating print runs, and everything in between.************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can a...
2025-12-1207 min
Rundown ReviewsBlade Trinity 2004We finish up the Blade trilogy with Blade Trinity from 2004. This movie is 100% a product of its time, and both Jessica Biel and Ryan Reynolds are a big part of that.Twitter: @comicrundownInstagram: @comicbookrundownThreads: @comicbookrundownBluesky: @comicbookrundown.bsky.socialEmail: comicbookrundown@gmail.comHosted by Joe Janero, Ron Hanes and Charlie Shaw Edited by Joe JaneroTheme song provided by Cam MalidorFind our t-shirts at Redbubble and TeePublichttps://www.redbubble.com/shop/comic+book+rundown?ref=search_boxhttp://tee.pub/lic/vB...
2025-12-121h 25
Wildly HerEP 14 Finding Your Voice: Truth, Boundaries, and Becoming SeenFor so many of us in psychologically and emotionally abusive relationships, using our voice wasn't safe. It was met with silence, dismissal, punishment, or chaos. We learned to stay quiet to survive… or to scream just to feel seen. In this episode of Wildly Her, we explore what it really means to find your voice after living in emotional invisibility.We talk about why validation and being seen are basic human needs, how the lack of them shapes our identity, our relationships, and our nervous system, and why learning to speak up doesn’t happen overnight. This is a...
2025-12-0844 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow Can Book Publishers Utilize Bookstore Coop? w/Jane Friedman | A People's Guide to PublishingEarly episode drop this week due to the holiday!Put simply, bookstore co-op is a tool publishers can use to incentivize bookstores for ordering and featuring their books, or hosting events with their authors. Is co-op right for your publisher? How do you best use it?Jane Friedman of The Bottom Line is back to chat with Joe and Elly about co-op, Microcosm's experience with it, and how to communicate with buyers and reps about it.Check out The Bottom Line here: https://janefriedman.com/the-bottom-line-janes-publishing-industry-newsletter/************Thank you for catching...
2025-11-2612 min
A People's Guide to PublishingWhat is in a good book contract? | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastIt's a throwback episode!Contracts are no one's favorite part of publishing, no matter which side of the table you're sitting on. This week on the pod, we revisit a classic People's Guide to Publishing episode where Joe and Elly walk you through why contracts are important, how to navigate them as an author, and what makes a good publishing contract.************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or b...
2025-11-2015 min
Great Bad MoviesNextWe've alluded to our love of this movie for a long time... It's time to look 2 minutes ahead, and talk about the incomparable NEXT.Nicolas Cage stars as Shy, Socially Awkward Nicolas Cage. Usually that would work, for some reason it doesn't here. Director Lee Tamahori, who has proven himself as an incredibly talented director, also seems to be having an off day. Jessica Biel and Julianne Moore are there to raise the bar, but can't save this movie from itself. It's a real mystery why this movie doesn't work and yet is one...
2025-11-191h 40
A People's Guide to PublishingMarketing and Selling Books on Tiktok Shop, w/ Jane Friedman | A People’s Guide to Publishing PodcastThere are new forms of ecommerce popping up every day, on every website from Instagram and Tiktok to Pinterest. Is selling online through Tiktok right for your books?This week, Jane Friedman of the Bottom Line is back to talk to Joe and Elly about the growing popularity of TIktok Shop, and if she thinks it's worth a publisher's time.************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by v...
2025-10-3015 min
A People's Guide to PublishingIconic Images, Information, & Accessibility: Designing Book Covers | A People's Guide to PublishingCan you really judge a book by its cover? Absolutely, yes. A lot of work goes into planning a book's cover design— marketing goals, representing the author's work, making it appealing to the target audience, legibility, and so much more. This week on the pod, Joe walks us through the things Joe takes into consideration for designing over covers.Note: For those just listening to audio, there's an accompanying slideshow in the video where Joe is showcasing varying covers! Still valuable info with just audio, but we recommending trying to catch the video of this as...
2025-10-1656 min
A People's Guide to PublishingFinding & Reaching Your Customer: Book Marketing w/ Lindsay McKee | A People's Guide to PublishingLindsay Sims Mckee is a professor and digital marketing expert based in Ohio.This week on the podcast, Lindsay joins Joe and Elly to talk universal marketing truths and strategies, like determining who your customer is (hint: it's not you!), their needs, and coming up with books that fill what they're looking for,Buckle in, marketing nerds, this is a fun one!************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred p...
2025-10-0950 min
A People's Guide to PublishingThe Heart vs The Mind: Tarot, Art, and Books w/ Nic LaRue | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastNicole LaRue is both a queer artist and graphic designer and is widely known for her iconic work on the Women's March on Washington logo. Her latest work, the HeART Tarot, is a unique deck featuring beautiful, original illustrations incorporating the shape of the human heart and elements of the natural world into each tarot archetype, and reminding us that the heart and mind aren't working in opposition.This week on the pod, Nic hangs out with Joe and Elly to talk eclipses and astrology, intuition vs the brain, publishing, and so much more.Get...
2025-09-2551 min
A People's Guide to PublishingSubmitting AI to Publishers w/ Jane Friedman | A People’s Guide to Publishing PodcastCan publishers tell if you submit work with A.I.? Does it matter if they can't even tell? Jane Friedman of "The Bottom Line" joins Joe and Elly this week to talk about what publishers mean with A.I. disclosures, what presses are looking out for, and how authors can communicate with their publishers about it.Check out Jane's articles here: https://janefriedman.com/************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via yo...
2025-09-1117 min
A People's Guide to PublishingQueerness in Horror Movies, w/Joe Carlough & Gina Brandolino | People's Guide to Publishing PodcastDon't get scared straight! Joe Carlough & Gina Brandolino, authors of the new book QUEER HORROR: FUN AND FREAKY PERSPECTIVES ON MACABRE MEDIA, join Joe and Elly this week to talk about horror, coming out, their favorite bad movies, and more.Coming out, the horrors of publishing, fever dreams, favorite queer media, old horror moviesGet the Queer Horror Book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/58632************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via y...
2025-09-0459 min
A People's Guide to PublishingDoes AI help publishing? with Jane Friedman | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastAh, AI. We're hearing about it constantly, and it's not going anywhere any time soon. From "fair use" in recent court cases to bad advice from Anthropic, Jane Friedman of The Bottom Line is back to talk with Joe and Elly about AI, especially in the publishing world. Is it useful? WE haven't found anything that AI does well, have you? Let us know!Note: There are a few hops, skips, and jumps in the video do to some connection issues. It shouldn't be too noticeable, but we are aware of it!************T...
2025-08-2813 min
A People's Guide to PublishingIncorporating Zines Into Our Marketing and Production Strategy | A People's Guide to PublishingZines are small, often subject-focused booklets that can range in topic from how much you love your cats, to fixing your bike, to protest safety tips. How do we incorporate zines into our regular marketing and production strategy? Joe and Elly tell all this week on the podcast!************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663
2025-08-2113 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow do we think book tradeshows can improve? | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastContinuing our ongoing series on trade shows, publishing, bookselling, and more, this week Joe and Elly talk education sessions, galley rooms, the decreased focus on placing orders and getting face time with publishers, and some of their thoughts for improving the shows.************Thank you for catching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.c...
2025-08-0710 min
A People's Guide to PublishingWhat does it mean that Costco is cutting books? | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastIs Costco cutting books a big deal, or will it be a great chance for readers to go back to their local indies? What does it mean for publishers? Jane Friedman of The Hot Sheet is back this week to talk with Joe about bulk buying, waste, returns, and Costco's target book customer.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet th...
2025-07-3109 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow effective are regional trade shows for book publishers? | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastAfter last week's episode, where booksellers and publishers evaluate the effectiveness of trade shows, this week Elly and Joe give their own analysis!************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by Joe Biel: http://joebiel.net
2025-07-1708 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow well do regional trade shows work for publishers? | A People's Guide to PublishingFor booksellers, the regional trade shows are a beloved time for community, connection, and learning about the latest reads from their favorite publishers. Are they as effective for publishers? Joe and Elly had a chance to chat with other publishers and booksellers at the Pacific Northwest Booksellers Association Fall Forum last year to find out what brought them to the show.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting l...
2025-07-1010 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow does a press release their first book? w/Jane Friedman | A People's Guide to PublishingSo you've got your company. You've got your book. You've got an idea. But how do you get it out into the world?Releasing the first book as a press can be a lot like making the first pancake—you learn a lot in the process. There are a lot of traps and pitfalls presses can fall into, and Jane Friedman of the Hot Sheet is back to talk to Joe and Elly about how a press can get their first book out there.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We...
2025-06-2613 min
In ThreeBeckham Family Drama ft Harry & Meghan, Joe Jonas & Sophie Turner, Kelly Clarkson & Jessica Biel! This week's Big Three:Brooklyn & Nicola vs The Family: Brooklyn Beckham makes it clear where he stands in the ongoing family rift. Meanwhile, Harry and Meghan reportedly hosted a “victim summit” for similarly exiled family members. Joe Jonas & Sophie Turner: From what was a brutally nasty public divorce, to peacefully co-parenting and sharing kind words, we are so happy these 2 have figured it out. We also talk about Frankie The Bonus Jonas.Kelly Clarkson: Is Kelly stepping away from her talk show? After her extended absence, the rumours are heating up, a...
2025-05-2951 min
A People's Guide to PublishingMarketing Your Book | A People's Guide to Publishing PodcastHow do you "make your books get found" (as Joe puts it)? This week it's a throwback to Joe and Elly chatting about marketing your book, search engine optimization, good description writing, and more.If you like this one, check back more for a deeper dive into marketing talk!************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the book: https://microcosmpublishing.c...
2025-05-2207 min
A People's Guide to PublishingBen Snakepit Returns to the Snake Pit in 2025 | A People's Guide to PublishingEvery day for 25 years, Ben Snakepit has drawn a simple, 3 panel comic about his day. There's no overarching plot or theme, just Ben answering the question "what did you do today?" But answering that question daily for half his life (and collecting them in volumes) has led to insights about himself, the world, and what it means to live each day. This week on the podcast, Ben joins Joe and Elly to talk about the comic, punk life, and how the scene has changed.Check out all the Snake Pit comics here: microcosm.pub/snakepit
2025-05-1556 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow Should a Publisher Pitch a Book to an Author? | A People's Guide to PublishingSo you're a publisher with a brilliant idea for a writer you want to work with. How do you start that conversation? Is it even worth having? This week on the pod, Joe and Elly share a bit of their experiences on getting authors to write for them, and how it can be structured.************Thank you for listening to the People's Guide to Publishing podcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet t...
2025-05-0706 min
A People's Guide to PublishingDoes AI innovate publishing or just add noise? | A People's Guide to PublishingAI has been a topic of near-constant debate in publishing the last few years. Is it a great democratizer, making writing, editing, and publishing accessible to everyone? Or is it just adding lower-quality, uncreative slush to the pile? This conversation became even more prominent a few months ago with the launch of Spines, a company that says "harnessing the power of cutting-edge AI, Spines revolutionizes every facet of the publishing journey, including proofreading, formatting, cover design, distribution, and marketing across all major channels and platforms."Yehuda Niv, founder and CEO of Spines, joins Joe and E...
2025-04-1722 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow Should Publishers Manage Overstock? w/ Jelani Memory | A People's Guide to PublishingRunning out of books is a good thing, actually! Jelani Memory of A Kid's Co is back with Joe and Elly to talk about what to do with excess inventory, donating overstock vs pulping, and how "you can't sell what you don't have" usually doesn't apply to books.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663
2025-04-0310 min
A People's Guide to PublishingWhy are bugs so cool? w/Karyn Light-Gibson (author of BUG LIFE) | A People's Guide to PublishingJust in time for spring, we're talkin' bugs! They're everywhere, whether you like it or not. And they're honestly cool little critters. "Bug Life" author Karyn Light-Gibson joins Joe and Elly this week to talk about entomology, the importance of maintaining bug populations, how the book could have been much, MUCH longer, and fun insect facts.Get Bug Life on our website: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/42401************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen v...
2025-03-2045 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow Should You Handle Criticism? w/Jane FriedmanHow do you handle negative book reviews? *Should* you even handle them? What kinds of criticism do you engage with, and what's the best way to go about it? Jane Friedman of The Hot Sheet to chat with Joe and Elly about the pros and cons of critical feedback.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/b...
2025-02-2719 min
Flip Pass: Der Podcast über den EHC Biel#29 Lass dich überraschen mit Rudi Carrell (oder warum Indiana Jones Joe Sakic gerettet hat)Unterstützen? → Pod-KässeliGeplant waren rund 30, geworden sind es fast 80 Minuten: Aber wenn Moritz Bill und Michael Krein von DiDo-Träumen erzählen, Advanced Stats vergleichen, die Bieler Junioren loben oder über die Nationalmannschaft und die NHL philosophieren, kann es eben etwas länger dauern. Und vor allem musste ein für alle Mal geklärt werden, warum Krein kein Fan des EHC Biel ist - dabei verrät er sogar ein ganz dunkles Geheimnis aus dem Jahr 1995.00:00 Intro01:53 Recap Fribourg-Match und warum DiDo nie nach Biel wechseln wird13:15 Recap Genf-Match u...
2024-11-041h 19
A People's Guide to PublishingIs Your Distributor Working?How does a publisher know if a distributor is working for them? Odds are, if you're asking that question, they probably aren't! This week on the pod, Joe and Elly give you a few tips on what numbers and data points to look at, how to tell if a distributor is adding value to your enterprise, and revaluating if your contract is getting in your way.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via yo...
2024-10-3109 min
The Audio BrowserEpisode 283: How To Design a Book Cover Podcast: A People's Guide to Publishing (LS 33 · TOP 5% what is this?)Episode: Episode 283: How To Design a Book CoverPub date: 2024-10-10Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationCan you judge a book by its cover?We're revisiting another classic episode this week! Joe and Elly talk about cover design, how to make a book cover stand out, and how a cover communicates to its audience.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and...
2024-10-1423 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow To Design a Book CoverCan you judge a book by its cover?We're revisiting another classic episode this week! Joe and Elly talk about cover design, how to make a book cover stand out, and how a cover communicates to its audience.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! We post new episodes every Thursday about publishing, authors, and the book industry. You can also listen via your preferred podcast app, or by visiting linktree.com/microcosmGet the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/z...
2024-10-1023 min
Neurodiverse Love with Mona KayNeurologically Mixed Relationships: The Crash Course-Joe Biel and Faith Harper
To learn more about the Neurodivere Love Conversation Cards and Workbook, the Neurodiverse Love Conference videos and the other resources available for individuals or couples in mixed neurotype relationships, check out Neurodiverse Love.
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Just about everyone in a neurologically mixed relationship is confused about their partner's behavior and is often quick to assign motive. Instead, Joe Biel and Faith Harper offer tools to step back, listen, take care of yourself, and learn how to attack challenges as a team.
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2024-07-0951 min
Comic Book RundownRundown Reviews #103 - Blade Trinity 2004We finish up the Blade trilogy with Blade Trinity from 2004. This movie is 100% a product of its time, and both Jessica Biel and Ryan Reynolds are a big part of that. Twitter: @comicrundownInstagram: @comicbookrundownThreads: @comicbookrundownEmail: comicbookrundown@gmail.comHosted by Joe Janero, Ron Hanes and Charlie Shaw Edited by Joe JaneroTheme song provided by the other member of the Sex Turtles (Cam Malidor)Find our t-shirts at Redbubble and TeePublic https://www.redbubble.com/shop/comic+book+rundown?ref...
2024-07-051h 27Comic Book RundownRundown Reviews #103 - Blade Trinity 2004We finish up the Blade trilogy with Blade Trinity from 2004. This movie is 100% a product of its time, and both Jessica Biel and Ryan Reynolds are a big part of that. Twitter: @comicrundownInstagram: @comicbookrundownThreads: @comicbookrundownEmail: comicbookrundown@gmail.comHosted by Joe Janero, Ron Hanes and Charlie Shaw Edited by Joe JaneroTheme song provided by the other member of the Sex Turtles (Cam Malidor)Find our t-shirts at Redbubble and TeePublic https://www.redbubble.com/shop/comic+book+rundown?ref=search_boxhttp://tee.pub/lic/vBbIJZ4eLQ0
2024-07-051h 27
A People's Guide to PublishingHow does a book publisher deal with failure?Not everything that you do will be a great success. It's a matter of how we navigate these less-than-graceful moments that determine our ability to respond and move on with being reactive. This week on the pod, E&J walk through some of their own failures and how they could have handled them better as well as what they handled well. You are forever judged by the last thing that you've done, so make it count! ************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get th...
2024-03-0712 min
A People's Guide to PublishingWhy Does Publishing Create So Much Waste (and what can we do about it)?Largely due to consumer preference and obstinate legacy behaviors, the world of book publishing still operates on the same model from the 1800s. Mass production creates overprinting, and the ship and return model creates damaged books that don't have anywhere to go. This week, we take a look at how that happened and what publishers can do about it!************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by J...
2024-02-291h 17
A People's Guide to PublishingJoe Biel awarded PubWest Innovator 2024 by Andrea Fleck-NisbetIn February 2024, in Maricopa, AZ, IBPA's CEO Andrea Fleck-Nisbet awarded the PubWest Innovator Award to Microcosm Publishing Founder and CEO Joe Biel for "Reimagining what publishing can or should be” and “Exceptional efforts to develop new skills that expand publishing into the future.” Here is Fleck-Nisbet's speech and Biel's Q&A period from the awards ceremony.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by Joe Biel: http://joebiel...
2024-02-2247 min
A People's Guide to PublishingBookstore Solidarity! Josh Christie of Print: A BookstorePrint: A Bookstore has been a triumphant, bright light in envisioning what a bookstore could be. Both as a brick and mortar that is a champion for information and reading, but also holding up its staff and creating entertaining skit videos with its staff! This week on the pod, we feature co-owner Josh Christie about the store in our ongoing Bookstore Solidarity project! ************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.co...
2024-02-1537 min
A People's Guide to PublishingWhich Publishers Grew 12% Over The Past Three Years?The pandemic was an unexpectedly magical time for the publishing industry. Sales went up when they were expected to go down. Printing slowed to a crawl due to the paper shortage. But four years later, we have some clear, emergent publishers who seemed to have permanently claimed an additional piece of the market share. This week we take a closer look at them!************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.c...
2024-02-0809 min
A People's Guide to PublishingWhat is ONIX and do small publishers need to use it?How does the entire world get information about what you are publishing? It's from a feed called ONIX, that propagates every detail about your titles. This week on the pod, we take a deep dive into ONIX and its role for small publishers.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by Joe Biel: http://joebiel.netMore by Elly Blue: http://takingthelane.comSubscribe to o...
2024-02-0108 min
A People's Guide to PublishingHow Should Publishers Create Budgets and Predict Finances?Many publishers find money to be very unpredictable and scary. So this week we take a look at how to create budgets and predict cash flow as well as how to plan a financial future. It's not as difficult as it seems!************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by Joe Biel: http://joebiel.netMore by Elly Blue: http://takingthelane.comSubscribe to our m...
2024-01-2550 min
A People's Guide to PublishingCan Book Publishers Vertically Integrate? Blackstone Publishing President Anthony GoffSo much of book publishing is about distributing tasks, so how can publishers take more of these operational aspects in-house? This week on the pod, guest Anthony Goff, President of Blackstone Publishing, walks us through many of their aspects that are vertically integrated, from recording studios to rights sales to printing and distribution—to performing these services for other publishers.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by...
2024-01-1940 min
A People's Guide to Publishing2023: A Publishing Year in ReviewWhat was 2023 like for publishing books? This week on the pod, we review what happened, how our plans shook out, what aspects threw wrenches into our plans, and what worked out magnificently. Also, we sold and shipped many, many tons of books!************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by Joe Biel: http://joebiel.netMore by Elly Blue: http://takingthelane.comSubscribe to our m...
2024-01-1112 min
A People's Guide to PublishingWhat Did We Learn at Frankfurt Book Fair?Frankfurt Book Fair is now the world's largest publishing industry show. It's open to the public, but it's primarily for industry veterans to pen big business deals. It's largely to sell foreign rights translations of your books (or buy the same!). And we did! Check out our report from what happened there in 2023 and how it might be useful for you!************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/zines/10031More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comM...
2024-01-0410 min
A People's Guide to PublishingWho is the book's client?When you are working on someone else's book, there is frequent confusion about who has the final say. Many people consider the author to be the final authority on decisions. Others look to major account buyers who essentially gatekeep the book within the industry. Yet others would look to readers themselves. This week on the pod, Joe and Elly discuss these issues and how to navigate conflict when developing a book or differences of opinion emerge!************Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/7504Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get t...
2023-11-0207 min
Press Play On This Sensational Full Audiobook — Perfect In The Car.Unf#ck Your Business by Faith G. Harper PhDPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/94148to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Unf#ck Your Business
Author: Faith G. Harper PhD
Narrator: Joe Biel
Format: mp3
Length: 2 hrs and 49 mins
Release date: 10-31-23
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 1 rating
Genres: New Business Enterprises
Publisher's Summary:
Joe Biel, author of A People’s Guide to Publishing, draws on twenty-six years of business ownership and management experience to walk you through how to think like a business owner, plan, strategize, manage budgets, scale up, and keep your focus on what’s most important. Dr. Faith Harper, author of the bestselling Unf--k Your Brain, prov...
2023-10-312h 49
A People's Guide to PublishingHow do you make a book's sales last forever?In traditional publishing, sales are thought of as a steep upward curve, a peak, falling action, and a steady plateau, moving slowly downward towards the book's "resolution" and "conclusion." Jokes aside, this week Joe and Elly talk about how you can break this cycle and make book sales last forever. ************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catal...Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catal...More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by Joe Biel: http://joebiel.netMore by Elly Blue: http://ta...
2023-10-2607 min
What in gay hell NewsEp. 13 -Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel. / From Britney Spears's Memoir Pt.2 / Jimmy Kimmel and Christina Aguilera.Date: October 21, 2023What In Gay HellEpisode: 13
1. Justin Timberlake and Jessica Biel.
Their revelations about their two sons, Silas and Phineas, as featured in the revealing Insider Article by Steve Granitz.
2. The 'Takeaways From Britney Spears's Memoir
As presented in an article by Julia and Joe Coscarelli from The New York Times.
3. Britney Spears opened up to the judge
About the challenges of being in a conservatorship. The Hollywood Reporter article By Aibid Rahman
4. Exciting discussion with Jimmy Kimmel and Christina Aguilera,
Their tho...
2023-10-2116 min
F*ck The RulesHiatus Replay Special #3 How To Create A Publishing Company The F*cking Punk Way OR "Boundaries: Pretty Good For A Happy Life"Holiday Hiatus Episode 3 "How To Create A Publishing Company The F*cking Punk Way OR Boundaries: Pretty Good For A Happy Life"I had the great good fortune to have a long conversation with the founder and CEO (as well as being an author) of Microcosm Publishing, Joe Biel.Joe generously gifted me time from a busy schedule, running a successful independent publishing company to talk about coming to publishing, discussing the journey to where the company is now, and how mental health has been presented in books in previous years and what the books...
2023-09-1953 min
Memoir NationThe Business of Publishing, featuring Rachael Herron and Joe BielThis week we’re revisiting our favorite two book biz episodes from last year. Both episodes got more listener feedback than any others—and if you missed the money episode, there’s so much here to be inspired by. For all writers and aspiring authors, there’s not enough we can say about being savvy about the business side of authorprenuership, which is why we’re spotlighting these two shows for our August round-up of our favorite shows of the past year. Happy Summer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2023-08-1449 min
A People's Guide to PublishingQueer Affirmations (an interview with Joe Carlough and Ally Schwed)It started as a joke at the kitchen table at 7 AM before AWP. We were looking at the many books of "helping sayings" that really didn't say anything at all besides repeating unhelpful wisdom of olde. We realized how heterosexual these platitudes were and before long Joe announced "I'd love to write the queer version of this book!" and here we are, less than two years later!************Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/7504Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catalog/books/3663Get t...
2023-07-2738 min
2023-07-0528 min
The Shaun Tabatt ShowJoe Biel - Navigating the Publishing MazeJoin host Shaun Tabatt as he sits down with author Joe Biel, a seasoned book publisher, to discuss his book, A People's Guide to Publishing. In this illuminating episode, Joe shares his extensive knowledge and expertise gained from 23+ years in the publishing industry. Whether you're a budding author dreaming of launching your own press or an experienced publisher seeking to enhance your understanding of the trade, this comprehensive guide is a must-read. Joe Biel demystifies the complexities of publishing in a readable and empowering manner, offering practical advice and invaluable insights. Join Shaun and Joe a...
2023-05-1856 minMemoir NationPushing Boundaries in Book Publishing, featuring Joe BielResist, push back, go your own way! These are themes of today’s show as we talk about book publishing with a publisher, Joe Biel, who’s doing things a lot differently from your average indie publisher. Biel shares why Microcosm Publishing stopped selling on Amazon and why that’s not as scary as it may sound. Microcosm was a few years ahead of its time, and now the world is catching up in time for Biel to revel in its well-earned success. For this episode, we invite listeners to check out Microcosm’s software to support other publishers to accomp...
2023-05-0835 minMemoir NationPushing Boundaries in Book Publishing, featuring Joe BielResist, push back, go your own way! These are themes of today’s show as we talk about book publishing with a publisher, Joe Biel, who’s doing things a lot differently from your average indie publisher. Biel shares why Microcosm Publishing stopped selling on Amazon and why that’s not as scary as it may sound. Microcosm was a few years ahead of its time, and now the world is catching up in time for Biel to revel in its well-earned success. For this episode, we invite listeners to check out Microcosm’s software to support other publishers to accomp...
2023-05-0837 min
Heretic Party7th Heathen - A Script and Lack of Self RespectIn this Lost Episode of from Season 1 of the podcast, Joe and Christian discuss a very special episode of hit WB show, 7th Heaven. Will the Camden household survive after Happy, the dog is spotted with a marijuana cigarette? Which parent confesses that they smoked pot in high school? Will new boyfriend, Rod, every get his sperm count high enough to impregnate Lucy just by showing her his mustache? These questions may be answered as we dive into this 90's/00's "Christian" TV show phenomenon starring Jessica Biel and Kirk's love interest from Star Trek IV.
2023-04-301h 15
DeRazzledDeRazzled 2nd Unit - George Miller's Justice League - Bacon-WrappedWe bring the 2nd Unit back to dip our toes into Development Hell once again...kind of! As a pseudo-sequel of our Superman Lives episodes, we dig into the history of what was supposed to be Justice League: Mortal, the short-lived but fascinating first attempt at the superhero team-up. Directed by George Miller, written by Kieran and Michelle Mulroney, and starring a surprisingly young cast including Armie Hammer, Common, and Jay Baruchel, this goofy comic-book-accurate project met insurmountable obstacles on the way to production. We break down the full cast and story of this project (thanks in large part...
2023-04-181h 32F*ck The RulesHoliday Hiatus Special No.3: How To Create A Publishing Company The Fucking Punk Way OR "Boundaries: Pretty Good For A Happy Life"Fuck The Rules PodcastSeason 2 Hiatus Special No. 3I had the great good fortune to have a long conversation with the founder and CEO (as well as being an author) of Microcosm Publishing, Joe Biel.Joe generously gifted me time from a busy schedule, running a successful independent publishing company to talk about coming to publishing, discussing the journey to where the company is now, and how mental health has been presented in books in previous years and what the books that are being written look like in more recent years. Full...
2022-12-0253 min
A People's Guide to PublishingA contributor to my anthology says it's a ripoff. Is it fair?This week, a reader got in touch because they are publishing a values-based anthology with 20 contributors. 19 have signed the agreements but one is concerned that the agreement isn't fair and doesn't want to relinquish rights to the publisher. So this week on the pod, Elly and Joe explain "fairness" as well as what these agreements typically look like and offer advice about how to proceed.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catal...Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catal...More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.c...
2022-09-2911 min
K-Drama SchoolK-Drama School – Ep 88: Start Up and the Art of Grounding with Joe Biel[Spoiler Alert] Grace discusses the show Start-Up (2020, tvN) starring Bae Suzy of Miss A, Nam Joo-hyuk, Kim Seon-ho and Kang Han-na. She discusses the unconvincing love triangle in the show, wonders what Dal-mi’s real dream is, and the show’s relatable illustration of imposter syndrome among young people trying to pursue their dream career despite their lack of resources and experiences. Grace’s guest is LA-based artist Joe Biel (@joebiel20 on Instagram) who originally hails from Iowa. They discuss Joe’s upbringing by two musicians, starting art classes as a young boy, the darkness and lightness of tough learning...
2022-09-051h 19
K-Drama SchoolK-Drama School – Ep 88: Start Up and the Art of Grounding with Joe Biel[Spoiler Alert] Grace discusses the show Start-Up (2020, tvN) starring Bae Suzy of Miss A, Nam Joo-hyuk, Kim Seon-ho and Kang Han-na. She discusses the unconvincing love triangle in the show, wonders what Dal-mi’s real dream is, and the show’s relatable illustration of imposter syndrome among young people trying to pursue their dream career despite their lack of resources and experiences. Grace’s guest is LA-based artist Joe Biel (@joebiel20 on Instagram) who originally hails from Iowa. They discuss Joe’s upbringing by two musicians, starting art classes as a young boy, the darkness and lightness of tough learning...
2022-09-051h 19
A People's Guide to PublishingWhat Do Elly and Joe Disagree About?While we have little things that we've always bickered about, this week on the pod we take a deeper look at fundamental differences and disagreements between Elly and Joe! ************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catal...Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catal...More from Microcosm: http://microcosmpublishing.comMore by Joe Biel: http://joebiel.netMore by Elly Blue: http://takingthelane.comSubscribe to our monthly email newsletter: https://confirmsubscription.com/h/r/0...Find us on social mediaFa...
2022-08-2513 min
Anatomy of a Scream Pod SquadWhite Ladies in Crisis: Candy Episode 1Gena, Jenn and Joe kick off a new limited series on Hulu's 'Candy', starring Jessica Biel and Melanie Lynskey.For episode 1 "Friday the 13th," they discuss bad wigs, needing more Lynskey, Joe Bob Briggs, the cultural value of true crime, and an extended tangent on CW shows.Wanna connect with the show?Gena: @genadoesthingsJenn: @jennferatuJoe: @bstolemyremoteMusic Credit: Saturn From Spaceship by Marco MartiniIf you like the podcast, please rate, review, and subscribe!Check out Anatomy of a Scream for more great content and the other Network pods.
2022-08-1234 min
Motorcycle Madhouse Radio Podcast w James "Hollywood" MacecariEp 767 BIG BIKER BRAWL BRINGS DOWN THE HEAT 8 ARRESTED SO FAR | WHAT'S AN ARBY'S ROAST BEEF HAVE TO DO WITH THISA motorcycle club based out of Minot will be honoring the memory of a guardsman who lost his battle with PTSD in 2007. Those who served with Joe Biel took some time to share their memories of him with me. They discussed how they’ve kept his memory alive over the past 14 years and will continue to do so later this month. In 2010, June 27 became known as National Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness Day. It’s the same day as the birthday of the late Joe Biel, who served as a Staff Sergeant in the North Dakota Air National Guard. “Joe Biel that I...
2022-06-141h 14
Daily PopJesse Williams' NUDE Footage Leaks, Jessica Biel & Justin Timberlake's Red Carpet Date - Daily Pop 05/12/22Grey's Anatomy star Jesse Williams has no problem stripping down for Broadway, Jessica Biel stuns on the Candy red carpet alongside her hubby and go inside Taylor Swift & Joe Alwyn's private relationship! Plus, Tiffany Haddish shares her take on Dave Chappelle's onstage attack and we break down the hottest summer fashion trends. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2022-05-1042 min
Neurodiverse Love with Mona KayGetting Real About Communication, Boundaries, Physical Intimacy & SO MUCH MORE with the authors of "The Autism Relationship Handbook & Workbook"-Joe Biel & Faith HarperIf you haven't read "The Autism Relationship Handbook and The Autism Relationship Workbook by Joe Biel and Dr. Faith Harper" you will definitely want to order copies of both after this episode. Joe is the founder of Microcosm Publishing in Oregon and Faith is a therapist is Texas. Working together for a number of years, they have partnered on several books and even have the same birthday. Joe shares his lived experience and expertise as a coach, mentor and business owner in a healthy Neurodiverse Love relationship and Faith shares her lived experience as a parent of a neurodiverse chi...
2022-05-031h 02
A People's Guide to PublishingKatie Haegele (Kitchen Witch) and Joe Carlough (Queer Horror)After a long week at the AWP conference, we sat down with Katie and Joe for a discussion on zines, their paths to success, the implications of creative work, what they are most excited about, and what they are planning next! Katie and Joe (Biel) have worked together for nearly 20 years, and it's been a fascinating journey to watch the growth and development of her work as an author.************Thank you for watching the People's Guide to Publishing vlogcast! Get the book: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catal...Get the workbook: https://microcosmpublishing.com/catal...More f...
2022-04-2335 min
FicçõesUm texto que virou filme e a fuga do mainstreamNesse episódio falo sobre a experiência de assistir ao filme "Conta comigo" pela primeira vez, meu contato com o mundo dos zines depois de muito tempo e as recentes lives que estou fazendo sobre Filosofia no ENEM.
Mencionados no episódio:
Quatro Estações, de Stephen King: https://amzn.to/3BMuQCD
Make a Zine, de Joe Biel: https://amzn.to/3yUPz5j
Meu canal no YouTube (para você assistir às lives e outros vídeos meus): https://www.youtube.com/conexaofilosofica
Outros links:
Meus livros: "Descompa...
2021-09-0807 min
Mom Founder Imagination HubNeurodiverse Creator Joe Biel – A Perfect Example of Curiosity, Courage, and Creativity for Someone with Autism,Have you ever heard of neurodiversity? I hadn't. So here is one definition: it's a range of differences in individual brain function and behavioral traits (used especially in the context of autistic spectrum disorders). This brings me to this week's badass guest, Joe Biel, a neurodiverse creator. Biel is the founder and CEO of Microcosm Publishing and co-founder of the Portland Zine Symposium. Joe Biel is a self-made autistic publisher and filmmaker who draws origins, inspiration, and methods from punk rock. You will want to learn more about a man who fired his distributor to self-distribute in 2018 – wh...
2021-07-0656 min
The Best Of Channel Weird!CHannel Weird! Guest Joe BielAnother amazing episode of Channel Weird with Clyde Lewis from Portland, Oregon. Clyde chats with Joe Biel from Microcosm Publishing.
2021-04-071h 00
Channel Weird!CHannel Weird! Guest Joe BielAnother amazing episode of Channel Weird with Clyde Lewis from Portland, Oregon. Clyde chats with Joe Biel from Microcosm Publishing.
2021-04-071h 00
Get Lost In This Heart-Pounding Full Audiobook — Perfect Between Meetings.Autism Relationships Handbook by Faith G. Harper PhD LPC-S ACS ACN, Joe BielPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/76277to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Autism Relationships Handbook
Author: Faith G. Harper PhD LPC-S ACS ACN, Joe Biel
Narrator: Kate Mulligan
Format: mp3
Length: 5 hrs and 5 mins
Release date: 03-23-21
Ratings: 4.5 out of 5 stars, 81 ratings
Genres: Children's Health
Publisher's Summary:
Ever since he came out as autistic, Joe Biel has been contacted by people wanting to share their stories and ask questions. The most common question by far is: How do I find a romantic partner? Autistic listeners will find valuable answers and perspectives in this book, whether they are just getting ready...
2021-03-235h 05
Joe And McKinzieThe Tea - Pt. 1 - 2/14/20Billie Eilish released James Bond theme song, Gayle King is responding back to Snoop Dogg, and Justin Timberlake is still rocky with wife Jessica Biel.
2020-02-1404 min
RiYLEpisode 358: Joe BielShortly after appearing on the podcast way back in 2015, Joe Biel sent me an email. Since the interview, he’d been diagnosed with autism (or “Asperger’s” at the time), a revelation that had already begun to have a profound effect on his life. Biel returned 30-odd episodes later to discuss the insight and impact. On a recent visit to New York City, the Portland-based publisher returned my apartment to discuss the intervening four years his life, which included the 2016 publication of Good Trouble. The book was published to mark Microcosm’s 20th anniversary, exploring the publisher’s history and Biel’s own l...
2019-08-2445 min
Hybrid Pub Scout PodcastEpisode 15: Finding Your Niche with Joe Biel, Founder of Microcosm PublishingEver thought of opening your own publishing company? This week Emily interviews Joe Biel, founder and manager of Microcosm Publishing, who decided to do just that starting as a teenager. With 23 years of experience publishing books and zines, hustling at conferences and book fairs, and learning book business the hard way, he's now sharing his knowledge for all budding book-lovers ready to take a professional leap. We discuss his new book, A People's Guide to Publishing, and all its advice on niche selection and editorial strategy, sales and distribution, and staying true to your audience and ideals...
2019-02-131h 27
The Sprocket PodcastE441 – Bike Craft 2018!
Bike Craft is Portland’s holiday market for people on bikes and those who love them! Joe Biel & Brian come by to fill us in on this year’s event. More info at bikecraftpdx.com
As always, thanks to our drink sponsor The Beer Mongers & our generous Patreon donors.
Calendar
2nd Thursday of every month Joyful Rider’s Club in Minneapolis
2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party
Also, 2nd friday of Every Month
2018-11-2959 min
Enjoy: This Edge-Of-Your-Seat Full Audiobook For Book-Lovers.Make a Zine!, 20th Anniversary Edition by Joe BielPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/29977to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Make a Zine!, 20th Anniversary Edition
Author: Joe Biel
Narrator: Richard Powers
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 10 mins
Release date: 08-14-18
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 5 ratings
Genres: Crafts & Hobbies
Publisher's Summary:
This new edition of Microcosm's popular DIY guide to zine making is updated to address zine making in today's digital- and social-media-obsessed world. Covering all the bases for beginners, Make a Zine hits on more advanced topics like Creative Commons licenses, legality, and sustainability. Make a Zine also takes a look at the burgeoning indie comix scene...
2018-08-144h 10Start Your Day With A Ground-Breaking Full Audiobook.Make a Zine!, 20th Anniversary Edition by Joe BielPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/2/audible/20163to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Make a Zine!, 20th Anniversary Edition
Author: Joe Biel
Narrator: Richard Powers
Format: mp3
Length: 4 hrs and 10 mins
Release date: 08-14-18
Ratings: 5 out of 5 stars, 5 ratings
Genres: Writing & Publishing
Publisher's Summary:
This new edition of Microcosm's popular DIY guide to zine making is updated to address zine making in today's digital- and social-media-obsessed world. Covering all the bases for beginners, Make a Zine hits on more advanced topics like Creative Commons licenses, legality, and sustainability. Make a Zine also takes a look at the burgeoning indie comix scene...
2018-08-144h 10
Jon Nastor's Hack the EntrepreneurHTE 421: Autism and Entrepreneurship | Joe BielTo redeem your free $100 LinkedIn ad credit, go to https://LinkedIn.com/hack. Get your 5-photo free trial right now, go to http://Twenty20.com/hack I was introduced to my guest today way back in 1998 or 1999. Just prior to that, in 1996, he had started a part-time mail order business out of his bedroom in Cleveland, Ohio -- this mail order business eventually became Microcosm Publishing an independent publisher and distributor. During the past 20+ years, Microcosm has relocated to Portland, and grew significantly with countless ups and downs and changes in the way...
2018-05-0700 min
Hack The EntrepreneurHTE 421: Autism and Entrepreneurship | Joel BielTo redeem your free $100 LinkedIn ad credit, go to https://LinkedIn.com/hack.
Get your 5-photo free trial right now, go to http://Twenty20.com/hack
I was introduced to my guest today way back in 1998 or 1999. Just prior to that, in 1996, he had started a part-time mail order business out of his bedroom in Cleveland, Ohio -- this mail order business eventually became Microcosm Publishing an independent publisher and distributor.
During the past 20+ years, Microcosm has relocated to Portland, and grew significantly with countless ups and downs and changes in the way books are sold and consumed.
Then...
2018-05-0754 min
Reading GlassesEp 36 - Small Presses, Microcosm Publishing and Big Relationship AdviceBrea and Mallory talk about small presses, interview Joe Biel from Microcosm Press, and give out some intense relationship advice. Use the hashtag #ReadingGlasses to participate in online discussion! Email us at readingglassespodcast at gmail dot com! Reading Glasses Tote Bags Barkbox barkbox.com/glasses Links - Reading Glasses Transcriptions on Gretta Reading Glasses Facebook Group Reading Glasses Goodreads Group Apex Magazine Page Advice Article Book Riot Small Press Quiz
2018-02-1544 min
The Joyride Podcast!031: Let’s talk rail trails and #bikelove with reformed backpacker turned bike camper Dana Kroeck!Howdy Joyriders! WELCOME TO SEASON THREE! I'm joined on episode 31 by reformed backpacker-turned-bikecamper Dana Kroeck of the blog Blisters and Bugbites! We chat about her love of rail trails, a magical car-free island in..Michigan, and the most unlikely group ride you can possibly imagine. But first.. UPDATES: Bikequity: Money, Class, and Bicycling I'm honored to have been included with some excellent voices in Elly Blue's 14th installment of her feminist bicycling zine Taking The Lane called Bikequity: Money, Class, and Bicycling: Bicycling has the radical potential of equal...
2018-01-071h 01The Sprocket PodcastE387 – Bike Craft 2017!
Elly Blue and Joe Biel of Microcosm Publishing and Brian “VeloGioielli” are here to talk about Bike Craft and holiday shopping with ethics. Get your locally produced bicycle-related goods for the people you care about this holiday season!
Also, Guthrie MC’d his first event with the Sprocket, and Aaron got his flight schedules mixed up.
Calendar
2nd Friday of Every Month Boston Bike Party
Also 2nd friday of Every Month Indianapolis Bike Party
Nov 23: Dead Streets Ride
Nov 28: Winter Wonderland Bike th...
2017-11-221h 11
The Portland PodcastJoe Biel of Microcosm Publishingpdxpodcast.com // microcosmpublishing.comSupport the show
2017-09-2432 min
Wheel Suckers PodcastDun Run makes you do strange thingsSaddle up! Jenni's shares her Dun Run experience, Alex has been betting on bikes. We discuss a race that used some unusual category names... you are invited to contribute your thoughts... and we're joined by two very special mountain biking guests. #wheelsuckerspodcast ~ Guests ~ Charlie Kelly https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Charlie_Kelly_(businessman) & Joe Breeze https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joe_Breeze Legendary founders of the Mountain Bike. Check out their book Fat Tire Flyer https://fattireflyer.com/ ~ Topics ~ Dun Run (Dunwich Dynamo) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunwich_Dynamo #Betsforbikes http://www.lookmumnohands.com/blog/betsforbikes Ian from Cycling...
2017-08-0231 min
Dein BESTES Leben... | ...darf deutlich mehr sein als ein Kompromiss. Mit Joe Orszulik.Folge 063 - Meine 100 Kilometer von Biel - die nackte Wahrheit - ungeschönt …oder „Mein erster Ultra-Marathon"<img src="https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/0d/ef/d1/success97973/3000x3000_11870800.jpg" alt="itunes pic" /><br />„Kann man machen - muss man nicht!“ - das war die erste Reaktion von Thomas Reich, als ich ihm im Januar 2017 von meinem Plan erzählt habe, in Biel den Ultra-Marathon über 100 Kilometer zu laufen.
Ein halbes Jahr später, am 09. Juni 2017, war Thomas dann als mein Fahrrad-Coach mit mir gemeinsam auf dieser außergewöhnlichen Strecke unterwegs.
Wie es dazu kam, was alles auf diesen 100 Kilometern geschehen ist und was Du für DEINE...
2017-07-2154 minDein BESTES Leben... | ...darf deutlich mehr sein als ein Kompromiss. Mit Joe Orszulik.Folge 051 - Kann "Mann" machen, muss man nicht. Das Interview mit Thomas Reich<img src="https://assets.podomatic.net/ts/0d/ef/d1/success97973/3000x3000_11870800.jpg" alt="itunes pic" /><br />Eine großartige Herausforderung die ein starkes WARUM braucht.
Warum solltest auch DU mal über Deine Grenzen gehen?
Wie viel reiche Momente und Lebensfreude das persönliche Wachsen erzeugt, spürst Du in diesem Interview.
"Ich (Thomas Reich) habe Joe ein Jahr als Coach begleitet, inzwischen ist daraus eine tolle und sehr herzliche Freundschaft entstanden. Kennen gelernt habe ich ihn übrigens durch meinen Podcast.
Joe ist als Hypnotiseur und Coach tätig und liebt...
2017-06-1040 min
The Tough Questions: A PodcastTTQ S1 Ep6 Who is Jessica Biel?When I think of her all I picture is a grey mist... The TTQ Crew names its own GI Joe. Josh learns about Uncle Sam's star spangled powers while Gabo inhales a huge cloud of blue dust. Toby Keith shows up to play his classic American jam "Boot In Ur Tush." Also: Donald Duck and his fabulous tush returns to mix up more trouble.
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2017-06-0700 min
On the Block Radio with Andrew GurevichOn the Block with The Dinner & Bikes TourWell, well, well. What's been up in your lives, lately, America? Any news you'd like to discuss? This week, we bring you a conversation with the members of The Dinner and Bikes Tour. The Dinner & Bikes is a month-long tour of the U.S. to bring people together to eat delicious food and get inspired about bicycle transportation. Here's what happens at a Dinner and Bikes event: As the audience arrives, they serve themselves from chef Joshua Ploeg's seven-course gourmet vegan and gluten-free buffet spread. While the audience is eating, local advocates discuss their work and local issues and initiatives...
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