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Starting ArtistsWhitney Gardner, Author & IllustratorWhitney Gardner is the creative force behind the books Chaotic Good, You’re Welcome Universe, Fake Blood, and Long Distance. She illustrated Becoming RBG: Ruth Bader Ginsberg’s Journey to Justice, and co-hosts the Caper Cast podcast with writer and artist, Stephanie Cooke. She offers insight into the world of publishing, working with an editor on something as intricate as a graphic novel, navigating criticism, and much more on a deep and winding episode!
2025-04-2848 min
Rabbitt Stew ComicsEpisode 493Comic Reviews: DC DC Power: Rise of the Power Company 1 by Brandon Thomas, Charles Stewart III, Anthony Fowler Jr.; Zipporah Smith, Kelsey Ramsay, Francesco Segala; John Jennings, Caanan White, Atagun Ilhan, Andrew Dalhouse; Vita Ayala, Ray-Anthony Height, Chris Sotomayor DC’s Lex and the City 1 by Sina Grace, Nick Filardi; Maggie Tokuda-Hall, Leslie Hung, Rachael Cohen; Jonathan Rivera, Michael Avon Oeming, Nick Filardi; Charles Skaggs, Serg Acuna, Alex Guimaraes; Brendan Hay, Stephen Byrne; Sabrina Futch, M.L. Sanapo, Arif Prianto; Callie Miller, Lisa Sterle, Marissa Louise; Dave Wielgosz, Howard Porter, Hi-Fi Superman: Lex Luthor Special by Joshua Williamson, Ed...
2025-02-082h 38
The Summer Reading ClubRacc Pack-Apalooza with Stephanie Cooke!Live fast and eat trash as I interview author and Racc Pack co-creator Stephanie Cooke about all things raccoon!
2024-12-3043 minThe Summer Reading ClubJuly Pizza Party!Join us as we celebrate completing all of our July reads with special guests Stephanie Cooke and Diana Sousa!
2024-07-3044 min
True North Country Comics PodcastsStephanie Cooke offers some rowdy but fun ‘Pillow Talk’ for TCAF 2024
Here’s my chat with Stephanie Cooke about her new YA graphic novel Pillow Talk at Toronto Comic Arts Festival 2024.
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The Toronto Comic Arts Festival (TCAF) exists to promote the breadth and diversity of comics and what is considered comics as a legitimate medium of literary and artistic worth. TCAF seeks to promote the creators of these works in their broad and diverse voices for the betterment of the...
2024-04-3019 min
True North Country Comics PodcastsStephanie Cooke reveals ‘The Racc Pack’ graphic novel
Here’s my chat with Stephanie Cooke about her new graphic novel The Racc Pack from Simon & Schuster.
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Photograph by Kate Dockeray
Stephanie Cooke is an award-winning writer of graphic novels such as ParaNorthern, Oh My Gods!, and The Racc Pack series. She’s an avid reader, gamer, movie watcher, and pun connoisseur. Moreover, Stephanie resides in the City of Raccoons (aka Toronto, Canada) where she often curls up with her very snuggly cat that she happens...
2024-01-2422 min
Comic Book Podcast | Talking ComicsTalking Comics Podcast: Issue #633: Herding Fart Puppies with Stephanie CookeIt's time to live fast and eat trash, folks! Stephanie Cooke is in the house to discuss her new graphic novel with artist Whitney Gardner, Racc Pack! Then, the shenanigans continue with talk about killer bears, Alan Scott, the questionable transition of the X-Men into a new era, and more!Books: Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees #2, Junkyard Joe #1-6, Cobra Commander #1, X-Men #30, Rise of the Powers of X #1, Invincible Iron Man #14, Waller vs. Wildstorm #4, Alan Scott: Green Lantern #3, White Widow #3, Fantastic Four #16, Wonder Woman Historia: The AmazonsOther Stuff: Racc Pack!This...
2024-01-242h 25
The Caper CastEpisode 24: Ocean's 8 (2018)We hang out with Danny Ocean's sister in this week's episode of Caper Cast as we check out the 2018 film Ocean's 8 starring Sandra Bullock, Cate Blanchett, and Anne Hathaway. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2022-06-0757 min
The Caper CastEpisode 23: The Thieves (2012)We head to South Korea to check out a massive ensemble heist film from director Choi Dong-hoon. It's a pretty great time and we break it all down for you in this week's episode. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2022-05-1749 min
The Caper CastEpisode 22: Mission: Impossible (1996)On Episode 22, we discuss the spy thriller, Mission: Impossible starring Tom Cruise. Is the mission actually impossible? Are these espionage thrillers actually also heist movies? We answer those questions and more! If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2022-05-031h 02
The Caper CastEpisode 21: Hudson Hawk (1991)You asked for this and we delivered: we watch the 1991 cult classic, Hudson Hawk starring Bruce Willis. We discuss this absolutely bananas film and share some fun facts about it too! If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2022-04-1948 min
The Caper CastEpisode 20: The Hustle (2019)We check out The Hustle, the 2019 remake of Dirty Rotten Scoundrels starring Anne Hathaway and Rebel Wilson. Is it a heist film or are there just a lot of capers? We discuss and break it all down! If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2022-04-0548 min
The Caper CastEpisode 19: Point Break (1991)You voted and we watched! We posted a poll asking you to pick our next film and you chose Point Break starring Keanu Reeves and Patrick Swayze. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2022-03-1550 min
The Caper CastEpisode 18: Red Notice (2021)As teased, we're watching the new Netflix original movie, Red Notice starring Dwayne Johnson, Ryan Reynolds, and Gal Gadot. We learn that when it comes to this trio, there is no honour amongst thieves. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2022-03-011h 01
The Caper CastEpisode 17: Charade (1963)We're continuing on with our month of caper romance and next up on our list is Charade (1963) starring Audrey Hepburn and Cary Grant. We're also joined by our very first guest: the charming Bob Reyer of the Talking Comics podcast. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2022-02-151h 26
The Caper CastEpisode 16: Entrapment (1999)It's February and we've got some romance heist films that are sure to steal your heart. To kick things off, we watch Entrapment from 1999 starring Catherine Zeta-Jones and Sean Connery. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2022-02-011h 28
The Caper CastEpisode 15: Best of the Caper Cast 2021It's a brand-new year so Whitney and Stephanie revisit 2021 and the heist films watched. They do a countdown of their faves (so far), answer listener questions, and share some fun trivia. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2022-01-1853 min
The Caper CastEpisode 14: Princess Switch 3 (2021)Tis the season for hokey holiday movies and it's really a party when you throw in a heist! Whitney and Stephanie discuss Netflix's Princess Switch 3 starring Vanessa Hudgens, Vanessa Hudgens, and more Vanessa Hudgens. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2021-12-211h 06
The Caper CastEpisode 13: Ocean's Eleven (1960 & 2001)Following up on our Logan Lucky episode, we decided to check out another Steven Soderberg film, aka his remake of Ocean's Eleven along with the original version of the film from 1960. As a PSA, our sincerest apologies but we had some technical difficulties and Stephanie's sound is pretty poor for this episode—we did our best to make it as good as possible but we'll amend it for next time. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online:...
2021-12-071h 00
The Caper CastEpisode 12: Logan Lucky (2017)It's time for a new episode where our caper-loving co-hosts watch Steven Soderbergh's 2017 film Logan Lucky starring Channing Tatum, Adam Driver, and Riley Keough. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2021-11-161h 21
The Caper CastEpisode 11: Fantastic Mr. Fox (2009)We made it through spooky month and now it's time for Holiday Season. What better way to kick things off than with Wes Anderson's modern classic, Fantastic Mr. Fox, starring George Clooney, Meryl Streep, and Jason Schwartzman?! If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2021-11-021h 07
The Caper CastEpisode 10: Army of the Dead (2021)Following our last spooky heist film, we're back for more...this time with Zack Snyder's 2021 Netflix Original, Army of the Dead! If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2021-10-191h 20
The Caper CastEpisode 9: The Vault (2017)It's October and we're kicking off the first episode of the month with a horror heist! We're watching the 2017 indie film The Vault. Bank robbers, ghosts, and James Franco...oh my! If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2021-10-0553 min
The Caper CastEpisode 8: Fast Five (2011)Stephanie is over the moon to introduce Whitney to the Fast and the Furious franchise, starting with Fast Five. Tune in to hear her first thoughts on the films and learn some truly wild facts like just how much The Rock sweats throughout the film. We're giving you, the people, what they want! If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our...
2021-09-211h 22
The Caper CastEpisode 7: The Usual Suspects (1995)It's time to break down a classic: The Usual Suspects. Twists and turns abound, we get to hear Whitney's thoughts on it as a first-time viewer! If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2021-09-071h 03
The Hall H Show – The Voice of Independent CreatorsEp. 113: Stephanie CookeOn this episode, host Aaron Nabus talks to Stephanie Cooke, an award-winning writer and editor based out of Toronto, Canada. She loves comic books, video games, movies, puns and her snuggly cat (that she’s unfortunately terribly allergic to). Her writing has been featured in Mark Millar’s Millarworld Annual, Wayward Sisters, The Secret Loves of Geek Girls, Toronto Comics Anthology, and more. She currently has two children's graphic novels out now from HMH Kids, her debut, Oh My Gods! and ParaNorthern, which just recently came out. A sequel to Oh My Gods! is scheduled to be rel...
2021-08-171h 35
The Caper CastEpisode 6: The Great Muppet Caper (1981)It's a very exciting episode where Whitney and Stephanie talk The Great Muppet Caper! Who doesn't love a Muppet? It's a fun time as they break down this delightful romp. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2021-08-171h 11
The Caper CastEpisode 5: Inside Man (2006)On this episode, Whitney and Stephanie tackle a more modern heist movie: Inside Man starring Denzel Washington and Clive Owen. Tune in to the talk and also hear from our special episode sponsor. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is by Emily Milling (The Ultimate Creative).
2021-08-0343 min
The Caper CastEpisode 4: Topkapi (1964)It's a new episode and this time, Whitney and Stephanie tackle the 1964 film Topkapi. It's a wild ride so join us as we try our best to summarize it and talk about this heist that went on to inspire films like Mission: Impossible. Tune in to the talk and also hear from our special episode sponsor. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and...
2021-07-201h 16
The Caper CastEpisode 3: Chicken Run (2000)On this episode, Whitney and Stephanie the claymation cinematic masterpiece that is Chicken Run. As well as being a delightful film, it genuinely had a massive impact on movie history. Listen to find out how! Plus, another conversation has to be had about what is or isn't a heist movie, and what all falls under the "caper" umbrella. Tune in to the talk and also hear from our special episode sponsor. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us...
2021-07-0650 min
PubTalk Live & AgentChat LivePubTalk Live 6-26-21 with Stephanie Cooke and Graphic Novelist Whitney GardnerPubTalk Live is a publishing talk show, broadcasting live to YouTube every 2nd and 4th Saturday at 9pm Eastern. Host Sarah Nicolas is joined in each episode by a Guest Co-Host and at least one Special Guest. They talk about all aspects of the book publishing industry, including its intersections with other media and libraries. This episode of PubTalk Live features Guest Co-Host author and editor Stephanie Cooke and Special Guest Whitney Gardner, who is a writer, illustrator, and cartoonist.
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2021-06-2749 min
The Caper CastEpisode 2: How to Steal a Million (1966)On this episode, Whitney and Stephanie discuss the 1966 film How to Steal a Million starring Audrey Hepburn and Peter O'Toole. This time, there's an actual heist to discuss and the costumes from the film...oh, the costumes! Tune in to the talk and also hear from our special episode sponsor. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com. Follow Caper Cast on Twitter and Instagram, @CaperCastPod.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke. Our theme music is...
2021-06-1553 min
The Caper CastEpisode 1: Snatch (2000)Join Whitney Gardner and Stephanie Cooke as they explore cinematic heists and discuss the ins and outs of each film they watch. For this launch episode, they discuss Guy Ritchie's Snatch (2000) and have to have a conversation right off the bat on what is or isn't a heist movie. Plus you'll get introduced to our hosts and hear from our special episode sponsors. If you have a question, comment, or suggestion, you can email us at podcast@capercast.com.Find us online: Whitney: @HeyWhitney Stephanie: @hellocookieCaper Cast is hosted by Whitney Gardner and Stephanie...
2021-06-0144 min
The Caper CastCaper Cast TrailerStephanie Cooke and Whitney Gardner prepare to launch their brand-new podcast all about cinematic heists as they explore the genre and give their two cents on some classic (and not so classic) films. Join them as they discuss the movie itself, share fun facts, and most importantly, figure out how plausible (or just awesome) the heist itself is.If you want to talk heist films with Stephanie or Whitney, you can follow them on socials or email them at podcast@capercast.com. Stephanie: @hellocookie Whitney: @HeyWhitney
2021-05-0500 min
The Diecast PodcastTales From Trollskull “Stinky Cheese & Sleepy Bees” Episode 1We’re back and we have a brand new show for you! Presenting: Tales From Trollskull, where a rotating group of adventurers travel through the Forgotten Realms. They’ll solve mysteries, fight monsters, and save people.
The first group, aka “The Bee Team,” set off into the Enchanted Forests, north of Waterdeep. They’re in search of some naughty gnolls that are giving a remote logging town some trouble.
Our new cast for this current adventure is:
Stephanie Cooke as Una, the Half-Orc Barbarian
Saffron Aurora as Liza, the Human Cleric
Whitney Gardner as Daisy, the...
2021-03-061h 48