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Battle Of The Atom: An X-Men PodcastFlashin' Around w/ David HarperEpisode Notes
Flashback with us to yesteryear as we get nostalgic about comics getting nostalgic about other comics. David Harper from SKTCHD and Off Panel is here to help us out!
Ranked This Episode:
Wolverine: First Class #5
X-Men Legends #10
Generation X # -1
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Our theme music is Junk Factory from the X-Men Arcade Game by Seiichi Fukami, Yuji Takenouchi...2025-04-211h 00
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction to David Harper and Comics Journalism
05:57 The Concept of a Comic Book Shop Café
12:00 The Birth of Multiversity Comics
17:50 The Influence of Grantland on David's Work
23:59 The Challenges of Burnout and Passio...2025-02-181h 47
The Corner BoxNEXTWAVE: Agents of H.A.T.E.! A Corner Box Deep Dive S2Ep11On this episode of The Corner Box, hosts John & David do a deep dive on Nextwave: Agents of H.A.T.E., and get into where this series came from, the original creators’ thoughts on the meaning behind the series, how the project got greenlit in the first place, the sales numbers that should’ve been, and Nextwave’s Marvel controversies, and David has an emotional moment with a monster.Stay tuned for Part 2 of The Corner Box vs Nextwave: Agents of H.A.T.E.Timestamp Segments[01:20] David’s favorite comic book ser...2024-12-1036 min
Cryptid Creator Corner from Comic Book Yeti - A Comic Book Interview PodcastDavid Harper talks SKTCHDI really enjoy interviewing creators for the podcast, but I also love listening to other interview podcasts as well, and I'm hard-pressed to think of anyone that does it better than David Harper. David is the guy behind SKTCHD and Off Panel: A Comics Interview Podcast. David brings his natural curiosity to interviewing and it makes for some of the most thoughtful, interesting, and wonderful conversations about the creation of comic books. We dive into David's origin story as an interviewer and talk about the things he likes to write about for SKTCHD. Be sure to check out SKTCHD BO...2024-05-0154 min
Data B.R.O.S. Inc.One Last Look at 2023THEY WARNED US THIS COULD HAPPEN!!!In this issue, we say goodbye to 2023, mourn some of the stores who closed, and celebrate some of the new openings.What do YOU think about the DataB.R.O.S.? We would love to hear from you, send us an email, or a voice mail to podcast@databrosinc.com and we’ll feature you in an upcoming issue!Data Bro-IficationSaying good-bye to some shops, and hello to some new shops in 2023How legacy comic shops are handed downWe’ll also hear the late...2024-02-0242 min
Meanwhile...at Manage ComicsEvolution of Comic Shops on SKTCHDThis week we talk about David Harper's article on Manage Comics, the Evolution of Comic Shops, metadata, and sales charts from the recent article he wrote on his website SKTCHD.com Read the whole interview on: https://sktchd.com/interview/manage-comics-interview/ --- Listen to the Meanwhile...at Manage Comics podcast at https://rss.com/podcasts/managecomics/ or wherever you get your podcasts. --- About Manage Comics - https://info.managecomics.com/ Get Started with Manage Comics 2.0 - https://pages.managecomics.com/manage-comics-2-get-started/ The Manage Comics Roadmap...2023-09-1433 min
Meanwhile...at Manage ComicsWhat’s News at Manage Comics?There won’t be a full “Meanwhile at Manage Comics” episode this week, but on off weeks like this, we’ll still strive to provide a point episode for the podcast to maintain a weekly cadence!Let’s get right into it!Manage Comics Updates!Better Error DisplayInternational Pricing DataCustomer Side (under development):GeekFetch: New Series Code DesignationsGeekFetch: One Shot DesignationsNext week’s episode will be entirely dedicated to what we’ve done with International Pricing!Industry News:DC’s Dead Bo...2023-06-0213 min
The Short Box: A Comic Book Talk Show"The Reggie Miller of Comic Interviews": An In-Depth Conversation with SKTCHD Founder & Off-Panel Host: David HarperDavid Harper, dubbed the "Reggie Miller of comic interviews" by Mike Del Mundo himself, is the host of the Off Panel podcast and the founder/writer of the comic site: SKTCHD. He joins Badr for a deep-dive conversation about comics, journalism, basketball, Pizza Hut...and Stiltman?! Watch the behind-the-scenes video version on YouTube!TOPICS & TIMESTAMPS: An introduction to David Harper - 10:50Breaking into comic journalism and the origin of SKTCHD & Off Panel - 20:32Advice for getting new people into comics - 41:12How to prioritize your comics a...2023-05-311h 41
Capes and Tights Podcast#53: David Harper Returns - SKTCHD and Off Panel PodcastDavid Harper returns to the Capes and Tights Podcast for episode 53 to discuss the wonderful, crazy and sometimes downright confusing world of comic books. Harper is the founder and owner of SKTCHD and the Off Panel Podcast.
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EMAIL: hello@capesandtights.com2022-07-261h 15
Capes and Tights Podcast#12: David Harper - SKTCHD and Off Panel PodcastThis week the Capes and Tights crew welcomes a special guest, David Harper, to the podcast. Harper is the founder of SKTCHD.com and hosts the Off Panel Podcast weekly.
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EMAIL US: hello@capesandtights.com2021-10-131h 10
Welcome to GeekdomDavid Harper (Sktchd, Off Panel)David Harper, the host of Off Panel and owner of the comic book website Sktchd, joins the podcast to discuss comics journalism, booking creators on his podcast, and more. Check out Off Panel and Sktchd. Follow David Harper on Twitter and Instagram. Recommendations:KaijumaxSheets and DelicatesEveryone is TulipThe Nice House on the LakeTed LassoJessica Jones: AliasMister MiracleFollow Deanna Chapman on Twitter and Instagram.Follow the podcast on Twitter.2021-08-1053 min
The Oblivion Bar: A Comic Book PodcastINTERVIEW: David HarperFor episode 47, Chris had the pleasure of sitting down with David Harper -- creator of SKTCHD, a comic book centric website that approaches the world of comics from a unique perspective, taking a deeper, research-driven dive into the stories and the people who make them. He is also the host of the weekly comic-creator interview podcast called Off Panel, which has had (most) of the medium’s top talent on for a conversation about those funny books we all know and love. If you haven't already, definitely check out Off Panel!David's Twitter: https://twitter.com/slicedfriedgold...2021-07-2650 min
Hypertime to PodcastHypertime Hiatus - John Paul LeonOn May 2nd, the comic industry lost one of their own. John Paul Leon, artist of such books as Static, The Winter Men, Earth-X, and much more; lost his life to cancer after a 14 year battle. Both Allan and I wanted to take a moment to talk about the man, so our first episode for our hiatus is about him.Please donate to his GoFundMe page in an effort to assist his family during this painful time.https://www.gofundme.com/f/john-paul-leon-family-memorial?utm_campaign=m_pd+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link_all&utm...2021-05-1947 min
My Marvelous YearMy Marvelous Stilts: Special Edition #1Dave’s joined by world-renowned Stilt-fan David Harper (Off Panel, Sktchd) to talk about our favorite Stilt-Man stories of all time!
Please note: Some Spoilers for future Marvel comics, ahead of where we’re at in the reading club, are likely included in this episode, as we cover Marvel stories from the 60’s to present day on My Marvelous Year!
You can find David Harper at https://sktchd.com/
It’s a really fun bonus episode, so I hope you enjoy. To find the comics we discuss and more, check out my full “...2020-11-2655 min
Comic Book HeraldMy Marvelous Stilts: Special Edition #1Dave’s joined by world-renowned Stilt-fan David Harper (Off Panel, Sktchd) to talk about our favorite Stilt-Man stories of all time!
Please note: Some Spoilers for future Marvel comics, ahead of where we’re at in the reading club, are likely included in this episode, as we cover Marvel stories from the 60’s to present day on My Marvelous Year!
You can find David Harper at https://sktchd.com/
It’s a really fun bonus episode, so I hope you enjoy. To find the comics we discuss and more, check out my full “...2020-11-2655 min
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastBear on a Unicycle with Scott SnyderIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Scott Snyder joins the podcast to chat about his currently being Kickstarted series, Nocterra. Snyder discusses the origins of...everything involving that project, why he's going heavier on creator-owned and Kickstarter, his scripts, the importance of doing your own thing, the three pillars to his approach, the universality of fear, the power of darkness, his path to comics, the Kickstarter team, the importance of not being boring to yourself, finding your own answers, and more.2020-09-071h 24
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastThe Fear with Sebastian GirnerIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer and TKO Studios editor-in-chief Sebastian Girner joins to chat about his new series The Devil's Red Bride at Vault and the world of TKO. Girner discusses the origins of The Devil's Red Bride, women samurai, scratching different itches, working with other editors, when the fear hits, the art on the book, samurai comics in America, the appeal of revenge stories, what's up with TKO, what happens between each wave, whether the editing process is different at TKO, editor brain vs. writer brain, and more.2020-08-311h 05
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastLightboxing with Jim DemonakosIn this week's episode of Off Panel, general contrepreneur and the co-founder of Lightbox Expo Jim Demonakos returns to the show to talk the Expo and conventions. Demonakos discusses Lightbox Expo's origins, its educational side, what Artist Alley was like for it, what makes it work, the pandemic decision making process, its impact on the event, their virtual artist alley, paneling at the event, the event's artist database, the future of conventions, how online elements could factor in, what's missing without physical conventions, and more.2020-08-241h 05
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastComics Sommelier with Brandon SchatzIn this week's episode of Off Panel, retailer Brandon Schatz joins the show to chat about the shop Variant Edition he co-owns (with his wife, Danica LeBlanc) in Edmonton, Alberta. Schatz discusses the origins of Variant Edition, opening on Free Comic Book Day, their product mix, the wider view of comic shops, delivery, what works in his shop, all-ages comics, the importance of production value, online sales, the power of back issues, how single issues are doing, comics with a purpose, and more.2020-08-171h 22
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastGridlocked with Jesse LonerganIn this week's episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Jesse Lonergan joins to chat about making comics like his recent Image Comics one-shot, Hedra. Lonergan discusses his foundational comics, the impact his roots had on his work, the appeal of more visual comics, traditional inking, his approach to art, the origins of Hedra, the 5x7 grid in the book, story vs. feel, whether creative parameters makes the work more interesting, how Hedra made it to Image, digital vs. print for the comic, and more.2020-08-101h 10
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastThe Christmas Special with Stephen MooneyIn this week's episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Stephen Mooney joins the show to chat about crowdfunding and his upcoming Kickstarter for Half Past Danger Christmas Special. Mooney discusses the pandemic, how it has affected his thinking about comics, figuring out crowdfunding, the conversation amongst creators about what's next, Half Past Danger's story, the power of nostalgia, the guest list on Half Past Danger Christmas Special, why a Christmas special, the physicality of comics, rare covers, building rewards in crowdfunding, surprising parts of crowdfunding, his abilities in Star Trek: Bridge Crew, and more.2020-08-041h 05
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastPendulum Swings with Al EwingIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Al Ewing returns to chat about his busy dance card at Marvel and beyond. Ewing discusses where he's at in Immortal Hulk, how Alex Ross' covers guide his work, the hammer issues, the political tones and anger of the book, continuity, what he's going for in Guardians of the Galaxy, unifying cosmic Marvel, structure in superhero comics, how different co-writing Empyre has been versus other co-writing projects, his upcoming BOOM! series We Only Find Them When They're Dead, why he wanted to go creator-owned, why BOOM!, karaoke faves, and more.2020-07-271h 38
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastSchrödinger's Industry with John Jackson MillerIn this week's episode of Off Panel, Comichron's John Jackson Miller joins to chat about his big yearly comic sales report he did in partnership with ICv2's Milton Griepp. Miller discusses whether the record setting year in comics surprised him, how the report comes together, back issues, whether single issue comics have hit their ceiling, collectibility, libraries, comics vs. graphic novels, misunderstandings of the data, pandemic projects, Diamond's health, the idea of a Dog Man bubble, his writing on projects like Star Trek: Discovery - Die Standing, and more.2020-07-201h 31
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastClementine Lives with Robert KirkmanIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Robert Kirkman returns to the show to chat about Fire Power and Negan Lives. Kirkman discusses the story of Fire Power, working Chris Samnee, its first idea, the pressure of the Walking Dead, balancing his workload, his love of experimentation, what he's learned from it, why Negan Lives happened, how it came together, The Walking Dead's ending, format impacting story, how his own fandom impacts his comics, how the pandemic is affecting his thinking on comics, and more.2020-07-131h 03
Contest of ChallengersMoving From Hit to HitPatrick was interviewed by David Harper for SKTCHD.com’s mid-year check-in. Richie Kotzen rules!! Lots of comic companies and retailers got Paycheck Protection loans. Marvel + Scholastic = The Future. A brief AEW digression. Diamond’s Pullbox is here!2020-07-131h 02
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastCrowd of Horses with Rob GuilloryIn this week's episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Rob Guillory returns to the show to check in on Farmhand at the midway point and to chat about the state of comics. Guillory discusses Farmhand's hiatus, creator-owned comics as a business, how his creative process has evolved, how Farmhand has changed, the expansion or contraction of character roles and story beats, the importance of Riley and Abigail, the impact of story formats, the value of single issues, finding your audience, how the pandemic has affected how he thinks of comics, returning to Chew, and more.2020-07-061h 06
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastFeral City with Caitlin YarskyIn this week's episode of Off Panel, artist Caitlin Yarsky joins to chat about her path to comics and upcoming Image series, Bliss. Yarsky discusses her initial designs on becoming an illustrator, how work in non-comics fields affected her, the inspiration of Sandman, the expansiveness of comics, the value of freedom, her recent Buffy story, why she wanted to work in comics, learning curves, finding your style, photo reference, why she does everything in her work, the origins of Bliss, what she learned during Coyotes, why she inks traditionally, designing Feral City, her teaching experience, and more.2020-06-291h 07
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastBaker Mayfield with Brandon BurpeeIn this week's episode of Off Panel, my pal Brandon Burpee returns for another quarantine question and answer session, at least partially driven by you, the listeners. Topics discussed include our love of collecting, QB equivalents in comics, whether we think sports should come back, the longevity of the New 52 and Rebirth, quarantine binges, Wizard Magazine in 2020, Last Dance-style documentaries, X of Swords, HOXPOXing Marvel's line, the value of creator social media accounts, deep cut Marvel Unlimited reads, the impact of the pandemic, desired time travel trips, DC's divorce from Diamond, the most promising comic markets, what comics we...2020-06-221h 43
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastWe Steal TVs with Liana KangasIn this week's fifth anniversary episode of Off Panel, writer/artist Liana Kangas joins the show to chat about her comic book story. Kangas discusses her early love of fine art, how working in a comic shop affected her, the importance of the people she met coming up, how anthologies helped her, the upside of longer stories, working with Vault, her continuing evolution as an artist, her upcoming TKO project, how it feels to co-write a comic, how her art brain affects her writing, helping the world while working, managing burn out, her upcoming podcasts, and more.2020-06-151h 11
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastWelcome to Boneville with Jeff SmithIn this week's episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Jeff Smith joins the show to chat about his immensely popular comic series, Bone. Smith discusses how he started on the path towards publishing Bone, fusing comic strips with comic books, the importance of freedom, how much he learned on the job, how the story expanded and contracted, respecting young readers, balancing tones, the value of taking risks, the evolution of comics, how the One Volume Edition of Bone changed things, multi-generational fandom, the Scholastic deal, leading off Graphix, revisiting Bone today, and more.2020-06-081h 19
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastThe Energy with Brian Michael BendisIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Brian Michael Bendis makes his debut appearance on the show to discuss...well, really a little of everything from his entire career. Bendis discusses how his background in art affects how he thinks about comics, working with artists who are friends versus those who aren't, learning on the job, where Marvel was when he started, his uncertainty in telling superhero stories, the greatness of the aughts at Marvel, what he learned from Avengers Disassembled, longevity, the power of fear in creation, Miles Morales, the importance of change, the unique challenges of...2020-06-061h 45
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastName of the Game with Jeff LemireIn this week's episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Jeff Lemire returns to the show to discuss his currently being Kickstarted graphic novel Cosmic Detective and his approach to making comics. Lemire discusses the origins of Cosmic Detective (and other ideas), why he jives with Matt Kindt, the power of unscheduled creation, writing for David Rubin, why they Kickstarted the book, what guides Black Hammer's expansion, the greatness of Tonci Zonjic, the impact of collaboration, the appeal of experimentation, getting back to for-hire work, drawing the Legion, Andrea Sorrentino's productivity, Sweet Tooth's return, and more.2020-05-2558 min
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastDon't Call It a Comeback with Menachem LuchinsIn this week's episode of Off Panel, retailer Menachem Luchins joins the show for a chat about his shop Escape Pod Comics and retail in the time of a pandemic. Luchins discusses the origins of his shop, what his hopes were, the product lines that work for him, comics and community, the problem with single issues, where DC is, readers versus customers, comics retail in the coronavirus era, the divisiveness of retail, short term thinking, "new comics," change versus staying the same, Diamond's return, and more.2020-05-181h 34
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastSadie Hawkins with Marcos MartinIn this week's episode of Off Panel, artist Marcos Martin joins to chat about his new series Friday and the world of Panel Syndicate. Martin discusses why he approached Ed Brubaker to work together, the appeal of Ed's writing, the creative back and forth, character development, collaboration, bringing the 1970s to life, the length of Panel Syndicate comics, how they feel different, comic schedules, his influx of cover work, the fundamentals of Panel Syndicate, and more.2020-05-111h 14
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastHockey Shit with Ngozi UkazuIn this week's episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Ngozi Ukazu joins the show to chat about her recently wrapped series, Check, Please! Ukazu discusses its origins, how the story expanded as it went along, comics and sports, our mutual love of the NBA, what fascinated her about hockey, why vlogging and baking, the value of hockey shit, comedy in comics, how her work grew during that time, her next big project, the Check, Please! community, and more.2020-05-041h 00
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastThe Howling with Ed BrubakerIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Ed Brubaker joins the show to chat about his new series Friday and his approach to storytelling. Brubaker discusses the appeal of Friday, the flexibility of Panel Syndicate, world building, working with Marcos Martin, how ideas come together, threads between projects, collaboration, comic communities, where comics are now, working in other formats, what's next for him and Sean, and more.2020-04-271h 17
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastGuessing Game with Heidi MacDonaldIn this week's episode of Off Panel, Heidi MacDonald from The Beat returns to the show for a chat about the state of comics during a pandemic, which, I should note, was recorded Thursday evening before the insanity of Friday (we did an addendum in the episode). MacDonald discusses how her world is, comics changing from the inside, conventions, whether Diamond would be the only direct market distributor at the end of this, comics' obsession with the new, DC's distribution solutions, DCBS and Midtown as retailers/distributors, doing this when shops can't even open, the William Schanes story, AWA...2020-04-201h 35
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastQuarantime of Our Lives with Brandon BurpeeIn this special anniversary episode of Off Panel, my pal Brandon Burpee returns for the 250th episode of the podcast. It's an all random episode, as Off Panel listeners and I generated a monster list of topics for us to discuss, and discuss we did. Subjects included the dumb characters we rep for, the quarantine life, the ComicHub situation, inventions we'd remove, comic bad boys, Maggott, most exciting/traumatic story beats, which comic character would solve the coronavirus crisis first, Dawn of X, Bill and Ted, best quarantine pals, varying sports topics, our ideal Pokemon squad, superheroes who would...2020-04-131h 46
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastThe Jellicles with C. Spike TrotmanIn this week's episode of Off Panel, Iron Circus Comics' C. Spike Trotman joins the show to chat about her publisher and current Kickstarter for Lackadaisy: The Animated Short Film. Trotman discusses how she and Iron Circus are handling the current crisis, being a multimedia company, why she started Iron Circus Comics, the power of Kickstarter, the story behind Lackadaisy: The Animated Short Film, the rewards for the Kickstarter, what made this project appealing, the value of stretch goals, launching during a crisis, what she looks for in projects, the impact of production value, differentiating yourself, and more.2020-03-301h 16
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastThe Fish Got Ate with Amanda JorgensonIn this special episode of Off Panel, my good friend and talented natural sciences artist Amanda Jorgenson joins the show to talk about our friendship, her work, and how the coronavirus has affected the latter. Jorgenson discusses the origins of our friendship, lasting friends, how she became an artist, moving away from a narrative focus with her art, the art hustle, whether that required a personality shift, how she went towards natural sciences, comic conventions, always improving, being in Seattle during the rise of the coronavirus, adjusting to this new world order, what kind of work she has on...2020-03-281h 06
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastThe G.O.A.T. with John AllisonIn this episode of Off Panel, cartoonist John Allison returns to the show to chat about Wicked Things and his favorite shows to shelter-in-place with. Allison discusses the origins of Wicked Things, the greatness of Lottie Grote, showboating versus reality, working with Max Sarin, finding his ceiling, learning what works for you and what doesn't, world-building, detective stories, the potential end of the Bobbinsverse, and more, before we dive into John's five self-quarantining TV recommendations that double as inspirations for him as a creator.2020-03-271h 10
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastTen (Plus) Comics to Dig Into with Oliver SavaIn this episode of Off Panel, The AV Club's Oliver Sava returns to the show to provide comic recommendations for everyone who is at home during the coronavirus pandemic. Sava and host David Harper share ten comics they love that people can find at their local comic book shop or on varying online platforms, discussing what makes them favorites in the process.2020-03-261h 10
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastQuick Change with John HendrickIn this episode of Off Panel, John Hendrick of Dublin's Big Bang Comics joins the podcast to chat about running a comic shop during the coronavirus pandemic. Hendrick discusses how it's going for him, how he would have handled the situation for comics retail, the publishers that helped, the failures of Diamond, Marvel and DC, what the best response would have been, the impact of Marvel and DC going digital first (if they did it), his Marvel order from Tuesday, Marvel's deep discount offer, Diamond stopping shipments, ComicHub, rebuilding the direct market, how readers can help shops, how David...2020-03-251h 21
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastMaking it Work for You with Andrea DemonakosIn this episode of Off Panel, White Squirrel's Andrea Demonakos returns to the show to chat about earning options for creators in a con-less period. Demonakos discusses the state of things in her neck of the woods, how the coronavirus crisis has affected White Squirrel's work, adjusting plans, advice for creators on what to do with existing products, products creators can lean towards, mechanics for selling your work, what platforms to work with, crowd-funding options, the value of learning from others, and more.2020-03-2442 min
Contest of ChallengersNo More New ComicsNo More New Comics A new episode immediately after the previous new episode! Things are changing THAT RAPIDLY. Diamond Comic Distributors dropped a HUGE announcement about the immediate future of the comic book industry. David Harper, SKTCHD.com, and Daniel Warren Johnson lend a hand. Yes, we’ll have New Comics this week, and we want to get them to you. Dal did not, no matter what we say in this episode, get a turtle. Are we changing over to Comic Hub? Um, maybe?2020-03-2451 min
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastSpaghetti Gravy with Tyler BossIn this episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Tyler Boss joins the podcast to chat about his work and upcoming mini-series Dead Dog's Bite. Boss discusses his comic origin story, his love of Daredevil, the School of Visual Arts experience, finding different solutions for his art, working at Forbidden Planet, the origins of Dead Dog's Bite, whether he thinks art first, when art becomes writing, finding rhythms, his feelings towards small towns, creating in a time of crisis, and more.2020-03-231h 04
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastFun Times! with Terry DodsonIn this week's episode of Off Panel, artist Terry Dodson joins to show to discuss his art and work in X-Men/Fantastic Four and Adventureman. Dodson discusses making comics during a national emergency, why Emerald City Comic Con rules, how important interiors are for him, the power of covers, the origins of Adventureman, his influences, the two sides of his career, world building, why X-Men/Fantastic Four jives with him, how he works with his wife (and inker) Rachel, where comics are today relative to when he started, and more.2020-03-161h 23
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastFlashdance with Fred Van Lente and Ryan DunlaveyIn this week's episode of Off Panel, the writer/artist pair of Fred Van Lente and Ryan Dunlavey join the show to chat about their partnership and current Kickstarter for The Comic Book History of Animation. Van Lente and Dunlavey discuss their meet cute, how they became "history guys," how they pick their subjects, making history comics pop, why they wanted to tell the history of animation, how they split the eras, the process for them on projects, why they went with Kickstarter, the volume of comics being released today, marketing a Kickstarter, and much more.2020-03-091h 18
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastFreedom with Elsa CharretierWriter/artist Elsa Charretier joins the podcast to chat about her art and latest works. Charretier discusses the work of a Kickstarter, the importance of a personal touch, her origins as an artist, her love of beauty, bringing characters to life, influences and impact, the freedom that comes without expectations of form and story, the origins of her graphic novella series November, the book's creative team, the challenges of the project, how creatively fulfilling her artbook project was, her desire to go the DIY route, and more.2020-03-021h 05
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastCrunch Time with Sanford GreeneIn this week's episode of Off Panel, artist Sanford Greene returns to the show to chat about what's going on in the world of Bitter Root. Greene discusses how the first arc went, how cons have changed after the launch of the book, whether the movie deal changes things for them, the gap between arcs, what the new arc of Bitter Root is all about, how the team works together, their new editor and colorist, why they did the Blood Red Summer special, the expandability of their universe, their homage variants, and more, before we close with some NBA...2020-02-241h 16
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastBlank Check with Dinesh ShamdasaniThe Co-CEO and Co-CCO of new comics publisher Bad Idea, Dinesh Shamdasani, joins Off Panel to give a download on their...atypical business model. Shamdasani discusses why Bad Idea was something they wanted to do, how wider distribution limits quality, what their goals are, the decision to not include variants, the dissonance between making great comics and making them less accessible, the reason for no trades or digital, who their target audience is, what they are looking for in their 20 starter shops (quick note: they are only going to be in 20 shops to start with), adding to retailer workloads...2020-02-171h 30
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastDec-ade with Declan ShalveyIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer/artist Declan Shalvey returns to the show to chat about his upcoming graphic novel, Bog Bodies, and his upcoming mini-series, The Punisher vs. Barracuda. Shalvey discussed the big moments of his career to date, Moon Knight's lasting nature, why he wanted to do The Punisher vs. Barracuda, his covers on the book, taking different approaches to covers, getting back into interiors, his increased writing workload, how that reframed how people perceive him, the origins of Bog Bodies, flipping expectations, what he learned while making his first graphic novel, and more.2020-02-101h 25
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastHe's on Fire with Gene Luen YangCartoonist Gene Luen Yang joins Off Panel to chat about his work and his upcoming graphic novel, Dragon Hoops. Yang discusses what made him fall in love with comics, his love of telling stories, the development of Dragon Hoops, whether he resisted making a basketball book considering his (previous) distaste of the sport, telling a story set in the real world, the secret identities of athletes, figuring out the structure of the book, the inclusion of basketball history, handling real people in real time, how his relationship with basketball changed, what he learned about himself and storytelling over the...2020-02-031h 08
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastCriterion Edition with Darcy Van PoelgeestIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer and filmmaker Darcy Van Poelgeest joins the show to share the story behind the making of his Image Comics series, Little Bird. Van Poelgeest discusses why he wanted to make a comic, why Little Bird was a natural fit as a comic, its long gestation period, partnering with artist Ian Bertram, the book's creative team, the comic book creative process, how lettering affects pace, the title's origins, its path to Image, why it became a hardcover first, the importance of design, the crash course of his first comics experience, and more.2020-01-271h 11
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastIt's Comics Town with Patrick BrowerIn this week's episode of Off Panel, the co-owner of Chicago's Challengers Comics + Conversation comic shops, Patrick Brower, joins to chat about 2019 in comics retail. Brower discusses their opening of a second shop, what goes into opening a store, the state of comics retail relative to when Challengers first opened, the rise of the mini-series, what's working for them, differentiating titles today, how the year was for them, risk aversion, figuring out what customers want, second issues, how BOOM! Studios is handling things, whether he'd like more experimentation from comic publishers, the in-store comics conversation, whether he still loves...2020-01-201h 41
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastKumbaya with David HydeIn this week's episode of Off Panel, comics marketer David Hyde from Superfan Promotions joins the show. Hyde discusses his background with comics, the things that make us love them, what he learned from working in book stores and at book publishers, the learning curve of promoting comics, his time at DC, the New 52 experience, why he decided to start Superfan promotions (which arrives at 29:50 and begins the marketing talk), paying attention to marketing outside of comics, connecting viewers of comics media to the comics themselves, the important parts of comics marketing, the news cycle, whether the old standards...2020-01-131h 12
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastStargazing with Jen WangIn this week's episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Jen Wang joins the podcast to chat about her career, craft and latest graphic novel, Stargazing. Wang discusses her Twitter handle, what her webcomics experience taught her about making comics, her art process, the importance of community, how her work has evolved, the origins of Stargazing, the universality of stories, working on a middle grade book, putting herself in the story, not coloring herself on Stargazing, giving herself breaks, keeping momentum going, Comic Arts LA, Alaska Robotics Mini-Con, and more.2020-01-061h 16
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastHawkguy with Matthew RosenbergIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Matthew Rosenberg returns to the show to chat about writing and Hawkeye: Freefall. Rosenberg discusses how things change when you're writing a comic where you know what's coming next, his X-Men run, taking risks in stories, managing reader expectations, patience in storytelling, the origins of Hawkeye: Freefall, standing out from previous with the character, what makes a good Hawkeye comic to him, finding new angles with existing characters, why The Hood and Ronin are in Hawkeye, Otto Schmidt's art, the appeal of shorter stories, and more.2019-12-301h 16
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastStrange Skies with Jeff LovenessIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Jeff Loveness joins the show to chat about comedy and writing and his BOOM! series Strange Skies Over East Berlin. Loveness discusses his comic origins, how reading comics affected his comedy and storytelling, why he chooses to write comics, how situation changes the way we engage with stories, how comedy prepared him for comics, the origins of Strange Skies Over East Berlin, the impact of his collaborators, the title's amazing covers, learning to write comics, the loss of privacy, balancing comedy and drama, and more. Note: Jeff's audio quality...2019-12-231h 03
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastHouse of XX with Brandon BurpeeIn this week's episode of Off Panel, my pal Brandon Burpee returns to the podcast for a year in review episode. We discuss the year that was, the impact having good X-Men comics has on us as readers, how much we engage with comic sites, how our reading habits are changing, the honorable mentions for the year that was, before we dive into counting down our 20 favorite comics of the year.2019-12-162h 03
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastMarauders' Map with Gerry DugganIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Gerry Duggan joins the show for a deep dive discussion about Marauders. Duggan shares his X-Men origin story, what makes Kate Pryde so great, how Marauders came together, the X-Men writers room, the energy of the book, its playbook, how the X-Titles got their casts, his thoughts on the whole cast, political vs. character decisions, balancing fandom with story needs, planning long-term for a title and the line, whether we're at Peak Fanboy Gerry Duggan, and more.2019-12-091h 26
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastLower 48 with Jonathan LunaIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer/artist Jonathan Luna joins the show for a special podcast in Anchorage, Alaska about his new series 20XX. Luna discusses the influence of growing up outside the US, how he started making his own comics, the development of his style, why he went black and white on 20XX, the cost of art, the origins of 20XX, why Alaska for its setting, how the contrasts in his stories come together, the implication of the title, the technology of the future, why he decided to create a short story made entirely by him...2019-12-0557 min
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastTerminal Velocity with Mark WaidIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Mark Waid joins the podcast for a career-spanning chat examining his writing. Waid discusses how his early jobs editing comics and writing about them affected his storytelling approach, how he became a writer, his love of writing himself into a corner, where his love of problem solving comes from, how The History of the Marvel Universe fits in there, Javier Rodriguez's greatness, why he loved writing Impulse so much, the intersection of writing young characters + knowing comic history, what continuity means to him, comics in mourning, differentiating H1 from other superhero...2019-11-251h 07
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastHope is Not a Strategy with Daniel Warren JohnsonIn this week's episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Daniel Warren Johnson joins the podcast to talk about his art and Wonder Woman: Dead Earth. Johnson discusses how his career has changed since Extremity, the elevating nature of telling your own stories, how life drives adaptation, Wonder Woman: Dead Earth as a palate cleanser, why Dead Earth was the right next step, finding a new angle for the character, introducing fallibility, the idea of hope, developing the look of the book, working off the Black Label setup, the pressure of commissions, Old Man Skywalker, and more.2019-11-181h 25
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastSockamagee! with Sam HumphriesIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Sam Humphries joins the show to talk about Dial H for Hero. Humphries discusses how the different parts of his career impact him as a storyteller, touring his personal history of comics in Dial H, the style shifting of the book, its origins, Joe Quinones' fit on the book, the importance of legacy, experimentation in storytelling, the title's unique 8th issue, expanding from six issues to 12, the guest artists of issue #7, the addictive nature of superpowers, and more.2019-11-041h 11
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastTrust the Process with Jonathan HickmanIn this week's episode of Off Panel, writer Jonathan Hickman joins the show to talk about his rather notable relaunch of the X-Men. Hickman discusses how he's doing post House of X and Powers of X, uniting the X-Men fans, the cohesion of the line, the state of the X-Men, how this whole project came together, the collaborative nature of these books, how being an X-Men fan changed the experience of writing them, the assembling of the creative team, being additive, not destructive, the importance of value, what his job really is on the X-Men line, evolving the X-Men...2019-10-281h 22
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastHi, I'm Rosemary with Rosemary Valero-O'ConnellIn another episode of Off Panel recorded at New York Comic Con, artist Rosemary Valero-O'Connell joins the show to talk about the graphic novel she did with Mariko Tamaki, Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up With Me. Valero-O'Connell discusses her notably good few weeks, balancing drawing Laura Dean with going to college, the important of working on this book for her, bringing characters to life, her love of details, drawing, coloring and lettering the book herself, her paneling and layout choices, working with Tamaki, the greatness of First Second, making the comics she wants to make, and more.2019-10-2128 min
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastA Quick One While He's Away with Brian K. VaughanIn a special episode of Off Panel recorded at New York Comic Con 2019, writer Brian K. Vaughan joins the podcast to talk about his approach to comics and more. Vaughan discusses writing for non-comic readers, how creator-owned helps with that, Fiona Staples' glory, capitalizing on the freedoms his success provides him, how he changes his writing depending on his collaborator, coming full circle with Paper Girls, the value of taking a break, the power of community, and more.2019-10-1721 min
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastToddy Mac with Dave BakerIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Dave Baker joins the show to talk about his Kickstarter for his comic with Alexis Ziritt, Night Hunters, and what drives him as a creator. Baker discusses the NYCC experience, his different interests as a creator, existing in different sides of comics at once, his love of Todd McFarlane, charting his own path, the story behind Night Hunters, working with Ziritt, partnering with Floating World, the stresses of Kickstarter, con life, the value of having a con crew, and more.2019-10-141h 15
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastCon Artist with Heidi MacDonaldIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, The Beat's Heidi MacDonald returns to the podcast for a bit of a New York Comic Con precap and check-in on the world of comics. MacDonald discusses her view on cons, the celebrity circuit, how that scene is changing, how The Beat works, adjusting to the new media landscape, the state of comics right now, New York Times bringing the best selling graphic books back, changes at Diamond, the three publishers she's most intrigued by, what we're looking forward to at NYCC, and more.2019-09-301h 20
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastBored to Death with Matt KindtIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Matt Kindt joins the podcast to talk about his career and the upcoming Folklords at BOOM! Studios. Kindt discusses his early comic beginnings, art school, his desire to learn new things, the origins of Folklords, Matt Smith's greatness, the idea of quests, fighting boredom, HEK Studio, his mech story in the upcoming HEK Treasury, his love of Ninjak, and more.2019-09-231h 03
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastSpinning Plates with Hassan Otsmane-ElhaouIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, comics critic and letterer Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou returns to the show to chat about his Eisner winning comics magazine, PanelxPanel. Otsmane-Elhaou discusses the Eisner win, how he manages the magazine, where its feature comics come from, comics marketing, the PxP redesign, the advantages of doing a paid PDF instead of a website, the upcoming PxP pocket books, the appeal of lettering, what his approach is, lettering tips, the start to the Dallas Cowboys season (note: this was recorded right after the Patriots signed Antonio Brown, so knowledge of his situation was limited), an...2019-09-161h 17
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastFinding Ceilings with Brian HibbsIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, retailer Brian Hibbs returns to the podcast to talk about how the year is going for his two San Francisco comic shops, Comix Experience and Comix Experience Outpost. Hibbs discusses the impact of House of X and Powers of X, their weekly nature, the limit to the ceiling of those titles, what could have been done to reach that ceiling, Once & Future and print run games, whether DC and Image reducing their lines has helped, exploding graphic novel sales, his graphic novel clubs, the growth of speculation, transitioning HoX/PoX readers in...2019-09-091h 16
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastPardon the Reincarnation with Brandon BurpeeIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, my pal Brandon Burpee joins me for a little something different, as we did a House of X and Powers of X focused episode themed after ESPN's Pardon the Interruption. What does that mean? Each topic is timed, as we discuss our feelings on the titles overall, our opinion on the Moira retcon, what we think Moira's sixth life was, the data pages, the MVP of the titles so far, our favorite changes to the larger X-Men story, Chimera mutants, Destiny's position, how many of the X-Men titles that follow we'll be...2019-09-021h 07
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastPumpkin Patch with Faith Erin Hicks and Rainbow RowellIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, the writer and artist of Pumpkinheads, Rainbow Rowell and Faith Erin Hicks, join the podcast to chat about their new graphic novel. The pair discusses what they liked about each other's work before working together, why these characters spoke to them, Deja's greatness, whether this was the first comic Rainbow wrote, their visit to a pumpkin patch in Nebraska, chapter breaks, the map in the book and its importance, building the cast of the book, what impressed them about each other once they had worked together, and more.2019-08-271h 05
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastEnd of an Era with Charlie AdlardIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, artist Charlie Adlard joins the podcast for a chat about ending The Walking Dead and what comes next for him. Adlard shares why exactly The Walking Dead ended, ending with issue #193, the surprise ending, his emotions related to it, the pressures of an endless deadline, the power of inking, having longevity on a project, the freedom The Walking Dead provided, telling your own comic stories, his love of the French comics scene, what he wants next from comics, his fondest memories from The Walking Dead, and more.2019-08-191h 09
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastGirl(s) Talk with Cliff ChiangIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, artist Cliff Chiang returns to the podcast to chat about ending Paper Girls. Chiang discusses how much they had sketched out from the jump, the callbacks in the finale, telling a long running story in 2019, building a community, the look of the covers, Jared K. Fletcher's impact, Matt Wilson's secret power, those two being co-creators rather than hired guns, the difference of creator-owned, staying on schedule, what he learned during the series, what's next for him, and more. Oh, and in case you are concerned, we do not get into spoiler ter...2019-08-121h 22
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastMysterious Cities of Gold with Phillip SevyIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, cartoonist Phillip Sevy joins the show to talk about his new series Triage and his unique path to comics. Sevy discusses his foundational comic pieces, what made him want to draw comics, how his comics nostalgia fed into Triage, what he learned as a SCAD student, the Top Cow Talent Hunt, the impact Tomb Raider had on him, the story behind Triage, the value of representation, the theme of identity, the trading cards he made for Triage, and more, before we close with a brief chat about the glory of House of...2019-08-051h 15
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastData Pages with Tom MullerIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, designer Tom Muller joins to walk us through his work on the X-Men relaunch in House of X and beyond. Muller discusses how much of his workload is comics, how he decides which projects to take on, when he came onboard for the X-Men books, how his initial "X" is carrying throughout the books, the initial wave of X-Men logos, how he and line maestro Jonathan Hickman worked together, whether this project felt different than usual, design as storytelling, the Big Two and design, his fake House of X/Powers of X...2019-07-291h 11
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastPie Time with Steve LieberIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, artist Steve Lieber joins to chat about his new series, Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen and his position as a trusted mentor in the comic book world. Lieber discusses the attention paid to Jimmy Olsen, the title's development, DC's reaction to the book's oddness, how he and writer Matt Fraction collaborate on the title, the importance of pie, his Jimmy Olsen memories, becoming a "funny" artist, the key to making comedy work, his love of helping others, how much the industry has changed, specialization in the comic industry, comic marketing, his advice to...2019-07-221h 11
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastSuperhero State of the Union 4.0 with Oliver SavaIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, The AV Club's Oliver Sava returns for our annual chat about the state of superheroes. Sava discusses where superhero comics are right now, DC's big changes, Marvel and DC's current architects, Bendis killing it on DC, Immortal Hulk, the coming Hickman era on the X-Men, Tom Taylor's greatness, recent moves by creators, house styles in art, The Joker and Harley Quinn's immense presence, Ink and Zoom's launch books, Squirrel Girl's coming end, what we're excited for on the horizon, and more.2019-07-151h 35
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastHeroes for Sale with Stu ColsonIn this week’s episode of Off Panel, comic retailer and the founder of ComicHub, Stu Colson, joins to talk about ComicHub - a hybrid point of sale and marketing solutions systems (of a sort) and why he decided to create this potentially game changing new system for comic shops. Colson discusses how he got into comics retail, the differences between American and New Zealand shops, what exactly ComicHub is, its origins, how it aids in discoverability, his partnership with BOOM! Studios, developing partners, comics being slow to change, managing sell-through data, prospecting for new customers, his hopes for th...2019-07-081h 15
Supercontext: an autopsy of mediaThe State of Comics Journalism We turn to David Harper (Off Panel, SKTCHD) and Augie De Blieck, Jr. (Pipeline Comics) for expertise on what's going on in comics news. Are the struggles of this niche industry indicative of something broader going on in our media? Is news a trustworthy advocate that can help us make informed decisions? Interested in the media we discussed this episode? Please support the show by purchasing it through our affiliate store: Understanding Comics Additional Resources: Off Panel Pipeline CBR Newsarama The Beat (Heidi MacDonald) Bleeding Cool The Comics Reporter (Tom Spurgeon) Den o...2017-09-291h 52
Contest of ChallengersContest of Challengers 265: Sliced Fried GoldIt’s total role-reversal this episode as Patrick chats with David Harper of SKTCHD.com and the Off Panel Podcast.2016-06-2059 min
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #52: A Day in the Life with Wil MossOn this week's Off Panel, Marvel editor Wil Moss guests on the show to talk about his work and experience in the world of editorial. They talk his expansive list of titles, how those books came together, his approach to casting the titles he works on, the excellence of Squirrel Girl, how difficult it is to peg The Vision with a single genre, the freedom he gives creators he works with, how he got into the editorial world, what a day in the life of a Marvel editor is like, how some specific issues come together, the artists and...2016-06-0953 minOff Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #52: A Day in the Life with Wil MossOn this week's Off Panel, Marvel editor Wil Moss guests on the show to talk about his work and experience in the world of editorial. They talk his expansive list of titles, how those books came together, his approach to casting the titles he works on, the excellence of Squirrel Girl, how difficult it is to peg The Vision with a single genre, the freedom he gives creators he works with, how he got into the editorial world, what a day in the life of a Marvel editor is like, how some specific issues come together, the artists and...2016-06-0953 min
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #39: Midwifing DC's Rebirth with Brandon BurpeeThis week's guest is the former co-host of video show 4 Color News and Brews and podcast SKTCHD Out, Brandon Burpee, as he comes on the show to talk all things Rebirth. We talk about DC's plans, what our initial thoughts are, how they're going to handle things like "universes" and "legacy," and then we get into the main event. DC hasn't announced any of the 32 creative teams as of yet, but as with most things, Brandon and I have ideas. We split the 32 books and followed a few key rules - no writer could be on more than two...2016-03-081h 25Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #39: Midwifing DC's Rebirth with Brandon BurpeeThis week's guest is the former co-host of video show 4 Color News and Brews and podcast SKTCHD Out, Brandon Burpee, as he comes on the show to talk all things Rebirth. We talk about DC's plans, what our initial thoughts are, how they're going to handle things like "universes" and "legacy," and then we get into the main event. DC hasn't announced any of the 32 creative teams as of yet, but as with most things, Brandon and I have ideas. We split the 32 books and followed a few key rules - no writer could be on more than two...2016-03-081h 25
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #27: It's the End of the Year as We Know It with Brandon BurpeeDavid's former SKTCHD Out and 4 Color News & Brews co-host Brandon Burpee joins Off Panel this week to go proper fanboy and discuss the year in comics from their perspectives. While they kick things off with a very brief discussion about their thoughts on the X-Men Apocalypse trailer and how they're feeling right before Star Wars: The Force Awakens drops, the pair talks about where comics are in 2015, what Marvel and DC got right and wrong this year, how rising prices are impacting them, what they'd change in comics, what the biggest "HELL YES!" moment was in 2015, who their Most...2015-12-151h 40Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #27: It's the End of the Year as We Know It with Brandon BurpeeDavid's former SKTCHD Out and 4 Color News & Brews co-host Brandon Burpee joins Off Panel this week to go proper fanboy and discuss the year in comics from their perspectives. While they kick things off with a very brief discussion about their thoughts on the X-Men Apocalypse trailer and how they're feeling right before Star Wars: The Force Awakens drops, the pair talks about where comics are in 2015, what Marvel and DC got right and wrong this year, how rising prices are impacting them, what they'd change in comics, what the biggest "HELL YES!" moment was in 2015, who their Most...2015-12-151h 40
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #9: Beginnings and Endings with Rob GuilloryOn this week's episode of Off Panel from SKTCHD.com, David is joined by Rob Guillory, the artist of the Eisner and Harvey Award winning comic series Chew. Rob joins the show to talk his new website, the advantages of having a strong web presence and running your own store, his art process, what it's like nearing the end of his long-running series and working with John Layman, beefcake Kirkman, his favorite character, and a lot more. As per usual, it's a sprawling conversation that should be of interest to both fans of Chew and creators looking for insight...2015-08-111h 00Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #9: Beginnings and Endings with Rob GuilloryOn this week's episode of Off Panel from SKTCHD.com, David is joined by Rob Guillory, the artist of the Eisner and Harvey Award winning comic series Chew. Rob joins the show to talk his new website, the advantages of having a strong web presence and running your own store, his art process, what it's like nearing the end of his long-running series and working with John Layman, beefcake Kirkman, his favorite character, and a lot more. As per usual, it's a sprawling conversation that should be of interest to both fans of Chew and creators looking for insight...2015-08-111h 00
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #8: Comic Tangents with Joe KeatingeOn this week's episode of Off Panel from SKTCHD.com, David welcomes writer Joe Keatinge of Shutter fame and the upcoming Ringside. Joe joins the show this week to talk about the economics of the creator-owned model, what creators can get from working in a comic shop, making comics work for you, the distribution system, social media, art vs. commerce, the evolution and development of comics, and a lot, lot more. If it sounds like it's a sprawling conversation, that's because it is. But it's a very interesting and tangent filled conversation with a great creator that touches on...2015-08-051h 17Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #8: Comic Tangents with Joe KeatingeOn this week's episode of Off Panel from SKTCHD.com, David welcomes writer Joe Keatinge of Shutter fame and the upcoming Ringside. Joe joins the show this week to talk about the economics of the creator-owned model, what creators can get from working in a comic shop, making comics work for you, the distribution system, social media, art vs. commerce, the evolution and development of comics, and a lot, lot more. If it sounds like it's a sprawling conversation, that's because it is. But it's a very interesting and tangent filled conversation with a great creator that touches on...2015-08-051h 17
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #7: Reinventing an Icon with Alex SeguraOn this week's episode of Off Panel from SKTCHD.com, David welcomes Archie Comics' Senior Vice President of Publicity and Marketing, Alex Segura, who also happens to be the Editor of the Dark Circle Comics line AND an accomplished writer of novels and comics. Segura joins the show to talk the big changes at Archie, what pushed them down that path, the power of a great creative team, Chip Zdarsky and whether or not he actually is Jughead, the surreal nature of seeing his name on Pitchfork, how to market comics in 2015, and much more.2015-07-2852 minOff Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #7: Reinventing an Icon with Alex SeguraOn this week's episode of Off Panel from SKTCHD.com, David welcomes Archie Comics' Senior Vice President of Publicity and Marketing, Alex Segura, who also happens to be the Editor of the Dark Circle Comics line AND an accomplished writer of novels and comics. Segura joins the show to talk the big changes at Archie, what pushed them down that path, the power of a great creative team, Chip Zdarsky and whether or not he actually is Jughead, the surreal nature of seeing his name on Pitchfork, how to market comics in 2015, and much more.2015-07-2852 min
Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #5: Imagining Worlds with Nate SimpsonIn this week's episode of SKTCHD.com's weekly creator-centric podcast Off Panel, David goes near Chris Farley Show in talking with Nonplayer creator Nate Simpson. Nate joins the show to talk about his book at Image, the immense detail he puts into each page, his process, wrestling with putting out the best product he can, getting details right, and because I am sure you're wondering, the story behind the delays on the book. There's a lot more talked about in this sprawling conversation, so take a listen, and we hope you enjoy it.2015-07-1558 minOff Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #5: Imagining Worlds with Nate SimpsonIn this week's episode of SKTCHD.com's weekly creator-centric podcast Off Panel, David goes near Chris Farley Show in talking with Nonplayer creator Nate Simpson. Nate joins the show to talk about his book at Image, the immense detail he puts into each page, his process, wrestling with putting out the best product he can, getting details right, and because I am sure you're wondering, the story behind the delays on the book. There's a lot more talked about in this sprawling conversation, so take a listen, and we hope you enjoy it.2015-07-1558 minOff Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #4: Constructive Comics Criticism with Oliver SavaIn this week's episode of SKTCHD.com's weekly creator-centric podcast Off Panel, David brings on someone who isn't a creator, but a journalist like him. It's Oliver Sava from AV Club, one of the best and brightest in the comic critic game. Oliver joins the show to talk about Marvel's All-New All-Different future, how the #DCYou is shaping up, the rapid recent changes in comics, the value of diversity in creators and comics, and much more. It's a sprawling conversation about what both David and Oliver would like to see more of in comics.2015-07-081h 08Off Panel: A Comics Interview PodcastOff Panel #4: Constructive Comics Criticism with Oliver SavaIn this week's episode of SKTCHD.com's weekly creator-centric podcast Off Panel, David brings on someone who isn't a creator, but a journalist like him. It's Oliver Sava from AV Club, one of the best and brightest in the comic critic game. Oliver joins the show to talk about Marvel's All-New All-Different future, how the #DCYou is shaping up, the rapid recent changes in comics, the value of diversity in creators and comics, and much more. It's a sprawling conversation about what both David and Oliver would like to see more of in comics.2015-07-081h 08