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Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)Where's The Podcast???A quick update about the status of the podcast, and how I'm dying to get back to it. Learn more about how you can support at http://comicsaredope.com/helpmeoutFollow the Podcast Channel: youtube.com/channel/UCiSN5Eiw4gasSYyjtCj9CyQ/
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2025-09-2406 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)68. Christopher Priest on Red Sonja and THAT Black Panther RevealPriest broke the internet, and he's not stopping any time soon. Here, we chat about it.
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2025-07-171h 03
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)67. Chip Zdarsky is Saving The World -- and Captain AmericaIf you were going to save the comics industry from impending doom, how would you do it? How about a newsletter full of interviews, gags and anecdotes by Chip Zdarsky? Maybe you'd call it Zdarsky Comic News. Well... you would if your name was Chip Zdarsky.Listen to find out how ZCN came about, and how Chip decided to take a stab at writing Captain America. ZCN is available at your Local Comic Shop by special order. Just ask for it at the counter.
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2025-07-101h 00
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)66. Jordan Clark on Ancestral Recall, Breaking into Comics & Black HistoryToday I'm talking with comic writer, journalist and co-host of the White People Won't Save You Podcast -- Jordan Clark. We talk about his journey from Audio Engineer to Comics Writer, how a chance meeting landed him his first writing gig, and kicking things up a notch after the Milestone Initiative. His debut creator-owned title, ANCESTRAL RECALL, hits shops in August.
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2025-06-121h 44
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)65. Chris O'Hara is a Real Comics Publisher NowChris O'Hara returned to the podcast to talk REFUGE #1, an All-Ages comic like you've never seen before! We also talk about the amazing year he has had with his company Bent Box Comics. We talk about finding talent, the pros and cons of Kickstarter, and working to build a real economy for truly independent creators.
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2025-06-0558 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)64. Sean of The Comics Pals talks Podcasting, Interview Skills and Changing TidesSean Bartley is co-host of my favorite comics podcast, The Comics Pals. He's been in the game for over a decade, and has seen a lot of changes in the space. Today, we're talking about where it all began, how he's navigating the changing tide and what it all means to him.
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2025-05-291h 37
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)63. Morgan Iverson Talks Pushing Through Grief & Celebrating MilestonesLumberjax creator MORGAN IVERSON returns to tease the campaign for his first ever Graphic Novel! Tap in to hear more about the creative process, Morgan's inspiration, and why this campaign is more important than any he's ever done. You can back the campaign at http://comicsaredope.com/lumberjax
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2025-05-221h 04
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)62. Greg Weisman Returns for Demona and a Marvel Team-Up??Greg Weisman joins to talk Gargoyles: Demona, THAT tease in the Free Comic Book Day preview, and how it feels to live with the characters he writes.
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2025-05-0859 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)61. David Pepose on Captain Planet, Speed Racer and a Year of Space GhostDavid Pepose has had an amazing year since our last talk. He's back to fill us in on getting his dream project (Captain Planet), a new Space Ghost series, and his electrifying approach to Speed Racer.A former crime reporter turned Ringo Award-winning comic book creator, David Pepose has written on hit titles such as Punisher, Moon Knight: City of the Dead, Savage Avengers, Fantastic Four, Hulk, Avengers Unlimited, and Darth Vader: Black, White & Red, as well as launched critically acclaimed original series including Spencer & Locke, Going to the Chapel, Grand Theft Astro, The O.Z., Scout’s Hon...
2025-05-011h 20
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)60. Curt Pires on Lost Fantasy, Indie Comics and Updating Genre FictionCurt Pires stops by to tell us about his latest work, LOST FANTASY. In Lost Fantasy, there’s a magical world that lies beneath ours, and first contact was made over a hundred years ago between the two worlds due to a natural disaster, resulting in a schism that allowed monsters to break through. Since then, secret monster slayers, known as The Great Hunters, have been working with global leaders to police the border and to keep our world safe from the creatures that lurk in the shadows. But last night, something broke through, resulting in a mysterious mass ki...
2025-04-251h 07
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)59. Karla Medrano on Lane Switching and the Courage to Walk in PurposeLast fall, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Karla Medrano. By trade, Karla is a Nurse who spends her days and nights saving lives. But she's passionate about many things, including creative storytelling. After seeing the Black Panther film in 2018, Karla decided she had to stop keeping her creativity on the backburner and throw her hat into the ring. Thus, Luna: The Queen of Mahru was born.Since the breakout success of Luna, Karla has made it a constant practice to do all the things she feels called to. Together with Dr. Ebony Toussaint, she...
2025-04-1058 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)58. Gungnir Books and Matthew Medney are Bringing Experiences Back to ComicsHundreds of new comics come out every week. But it's not everyday that you come across someone trying to truly innovate in the Western Comics medium. Enter Matthew Medney. With a storied career including creative direction for Steve Aoki and creating custom comics for all sorts of major brands. His newest project, Gungnir Books feels like a much needed breath of fresh air for comics.Learn more at http://www.gungnirbooks.com
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2025-03-2857 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)A Quick UpdateComics Are Dope will return soon. In the meantime, consider joining our community on Facebook or Discord for some great comics discussion! We'd love to see you there.
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2025-02-1201 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)57. This Year in Comics 2024Today I'm recapping and saying thanks for an INCREDIBLE year.
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2024-12-2729 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)56. Telling Stories That Matter with Geoff Johns and Ghost MachineI recently got the chance to speak with All-Star writer Geoff Johns, and the only thing harder than keeping my composure in the conversation is trying to summarize it for the show notes. It's probably best you just listen. About Geoff Johns:Geoff Johns is an award-winning and New York Times bestselling writer, film and television producer, showrunner, and entrepreneur known for re-imagining superheroes and other iconic mythologies, past and present. Johns is best known for his work on properties such as Green Lantern, Aquaman, The Flash, Superman, Batman, Justice Society of America, and mo...
2024-12-1259 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)55. Jeremy Adams is Your New Favorite WriterAfter being plucked from the world of animation writing, Jeremy Adams has taken comics by storm! After several amazing yet underrated runs on The Flash, Green Lantern, and now Flash Gordon at Mad Cave Studios; he's set to level up even more with a brand new ongoing Aquaman series for DC Comics in January! The world is his oyster, and we are the pearls. Or are the residual checks pearls? Why is "the world is your Oyster" even a saying? Anyway, check out this interview. I know you'll love it.Follow All Things Jeremy Adams at https...
2024-12-051h 00
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)54. Launching a Universe with Peter Tomasi, Peter Snejberg & Francis ManapulToday I'm joined by Peter Tomasi, Peter Snejberg and Francis Manapul as we celebrate the rollout of the Family Odysseys universe from Ghost Machine! The Rocketfellers #1 and Hornsby & Halo #1 are both out in comic shops everywhere right now! This episode is brought to you by GlobalComix. Get 30% off an annual Gold Pass at http://comicsaredope.com/global Want to talk comics with us all the time? Join us in the Comics Are Dope Community! Now available on two platforms: Facebook: http://bjkicks.link/ksquad Discord: http://bjkicks.link/discord ...
2024-11-281h 02
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)53. Denys Cowan is Finally Accepting His FlowersNo one in comics has a career quite like Denys Cowan's. From studying at the feet of Neal Adams, to breaking out with his legendary run on The Question, and co-creating an entire universe of diverse superheroes with Milestone Media. Finally, all these achievements and more are being celebrated in a first of its kind art book, live on Kickstarter now. Today, I'm joined by the legend himself, along with author Michael Stradford as they talk about putting this enormous project together.Back the Campaign at http://comicsaredope.com/denyscowanartAbout Denys Cowan:
2024-11-2154 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)52. Joe Illidge is Bringing The Shadow Cabinet BackThe last time I had Joe Illidge on the show, I couldn't believe the secret he kept from us. He's writing The Shadow Cabinet! But now, just a week ahead of release, Joe is free to tell all. Well, all he can tell us without spoiling the first issue. Listen to hear why EVERY MOMENT MATTERED, and just what this new series means for the Dakota Universe.Back Graphic Samurai: The Art of Denys Cowan on Kickstarter here.About Joseph P. Illidge:Joseph started his editorial career at Milestone Media, Inc., the influential...
2024-11-141h 22
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)51. Cartoons & Creativity with Asia SimoneToday, I'm thrilled to be joined by artist Asia Simone! We talk about being inspired by animation, what she hopes to leave readers feeling from her work, and how she's balancing being a teacher with her pursuit of a career as an artist.About Asia: Asia Simone received her BFA in Illustration and minor in creative writing from the University of the Arts. She’s a digital artist whose love for animation and comics/manga can be seen in her work, including her newest graphic novel release, Marvel’s Moon Girl And Devil Dinosaur: Wreck And R...
2024-11-0753 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)50. Celebrating Comics & Podcasting with Badr MilliganBadr Milligan from The Short Box: A Comic Book Talk Show is one of my favorite interviewers. And like a true interviewer, he took over this episode midway through. Listen to find out:Why Badr is so passionate about PodcastingHow Badr got into comicsHow my love for underground rap led directly to this comics gigHow we singlehandedly fixed Comic Book MarketingAlso, I promise to never mention my grandmother's house comic origin again after this episode. I'm retiring the story! lolAbout The Short Box:The Short Box is the best way to...
2024-10-241h 52
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)49. Amanda Deibert and Cat Staggs are Ready for HalloweenToday, I'm joined by not one, but TWO awesome guests! Amanda Deibert & Cat Staggs have worked together many times (despite my rookie question to start the episode), and they're teaming up once again on The Powerpuff Girls Halloween Special #1, out 10/23 from Dynamite Entertainment.I ask the pair what it's like being coworkers in the same house, how they each navigate separate careers in comics, and what we can expect from their Powerpuff Girls story.About Amanda Deibert:Amanda Deibert is a New York Times bestselling comic book and television writer. Her comic book...
2024-10-1755 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)48. Anna Morozova on Breaking Out, Barbarella & 2000 ADToday, I'm delighted to speak with artist Anna Morozova! You may recognize her work from 2000AD and Judge Dredd comics, but she recently made her American comics debut with Barbarella #1 from Dynamite Entertainment! Check out this interview to hear how Anna left behind the prospect of a lucrative tech career to follow her passion instead, the types of comics she loves to read, and what she hopes to acheive with Blake Northcott on Barbarella. About Anna:Anna Morozova is a comics artist and illustrator currently working for 2000 AD and the Treasury of British Comics in t...
2024-10-1058 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)47. The Spooky Return of Chris RobinsonBack in Episode 37, we welcomed former Marvel editor Chris Robinson to the show. We spoke about the role of an editor, the innovations Chris brought to Marvel, and the work it took to publish the Eisner-winning All-Negro Comics 75th Anniversary Hardcover. Today, Chris returns to talk about his journey as a writer, crowdfunding Werewolf Frankenstein (out in the Direct Market now via Zombie Love Studios), and returning for Bride of Werewolf Frankenstein, a campaign coming just in time for spooky season!Back 'Bride of Werewolf Frankenstein' here.About Chris:Somewhere between c...
2024-10-031h 04
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)46. Joe Casey talks Jonny Quest, Blood Squad 7 and Breaking Into ComicsJoe Casey stops by to talk about his storied career, coming up with a fresh take on an animation classic with Jonny Quest, and his appreciation for the new guard of comics media. Jonny Quest is available at your local comic shop now! Issue 3 drops October 9th! About Joe:Joe Casey is an American comic book writer. He has worked on titles such as Wildcats 3.0, Uncanny X-Men, The Intimates, Adventures of Superman, and G.I. Joe: America's Elite among others. As part of the comics creator group Man of Action Studios, Casey is one of t...
2024-09-2657 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)45. Rico Renzi on Creativity, Color Art and 10 Years of Spider-GwenWhen I see the words "Color Artist" in the credits of a comic, Rico Renzi is the first name that comes to mind. While my first exposure to his work was Bitter Root (he was good enough to be the only white guy on the creative team), he's probably most famous for co-creating my daughter's favorite character Spider-Gwen. If you haven't seen his colors, that's the book I'd start with.Today, Rico stops by to talk about his approach to the art of color, how he broke into the comics industry, and what he plans to do n...
2024-09-191h 09
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)44. Resurgence of the Valiant Universe feat. Fred Van Lente and AJ AmpaduThe Valiant Universe is going through a major resurgence! Today, I'm talking with 2 of the architects of this massive event. Call your shop to preorder, because things start heating up next Wednesday, 9/18! Follow Fred on Twitter: https://x.com/fredvanlente Follow AJ on Twitter: https://x.com/EarthtoneKing Alien Books is set to dramatically alter the Valiant Universe this September beginning with the can't-miss crossover comic book RESURGENCE OF THE VALIANT UNIVERSE #1! Written by the team of co-writers Becky Cloonan and Michael W. Conrad with art by Guillermo Fajardo, the 4-issue mini-series will fol...
2024-09-1249 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)43. Jon Dexter Talks Dime Store Detective #4To promote the campaign for Dime Store Detective #4, Jon Dexter stops by to talk about how he got into comics, and why bringing varied stories to life is so important to him. You can back the campaign for Dime-Store Detective #1-4 on Kickstarter now!
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2024-09-0639 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)42. Ryan Oakley is Breaking into Comics with a Unique StyleSpotlighting up and coming comics creators is one of my favorite things to do. And this one comes highly recommended by a friend of the show! Today, artist Ryan Oakley joins the podcast to talk about her art career, inspirations, and why she REALLY wants to break into mainstream comics. About Ryan:Born in Los Angeles, California and raised in Greensboro, North Carolina, Ryan Oakley is a 2016 graduate of Wake Forest University with a B.A. in Studio and Spanish. She is a multimedia artist creating anything from digital works of art and logos t...
2024-08-2955 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)41. Roosevelt Pitt on ANIA, Milestone and 30 Years of PurgeAmid the 30th Anniversary crowdfunding campaign for his character Purge, Roosevelt Pitt stops by to talk comic history and his lifelong journey to bring proper representation to superhero storytelling.Back the Purge: 30th Anniversary CampaignAbout Roosevelt:Roosevelt Pitt is a thirty-year veteran author, designer, publisher and entrepreneur. Pitt is the owner of AMARA Entertainment Inc…an innovative company created to formed, produce and distribute ethnic superhero comic books to fill the void left by the lack of positive African American heroes in the marketplace. Roosevelt has written children books, graphic novels and mo...
2024-08-221h 07
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)40. DJ Ben Ha Meen on Nerd Life, Jimi Hendrix, and his First Graphic NovelIt's hard to overstate the importance of DJ Ben Ha Meen's work as an influence to my career as a podcaster. And what's crazier is I didn't even realize it. Today, Ben Ha Meen stops by to talk about his early days, influences in comics and music, how DJing made him cool, the legacy of The Combat Jack Show, and how his first graphic novel came about. We even talk about why most comic podcasts just don't work. It's an entertaining listen, for sure.Warning: This episode contains strong language throughout. Purchase Jimi Hendrix: Purple H...
2024-08-151h 30
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)39. Joe Corallo on Creative Fulfillment, Adapting Cartoons and Kardak the MysticIt's the conversation the internet gods didn't want you to hear! But not even a hurricane could stop the fury of Joe Corallo. A razor sharp critic and all around entertaining guy, Joe stops by to talk about the role of an editor, writing for fulfillment vs paying the bills, where the ideas come from, and how he balances it all.About Joe:Joe Corallo started self-publishing comics he wrote in 2011 with various collaborators and tabled at his first convention. As he got more involved in the world of comics, he became a contributor to...
2024-08-091h 06
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)38. Geoff Thorne on Continuity, Deep Lore & X-ForceGeoffrey Thorne is an American screenwriter, television producer, novelist and actor.Thorne was born in Washington, D.C. After a successful career as a television actor including portraying police officer Wilson Sweet in the television series In the Heat of the Night from 1988 to 1993, Thorne began writing professionally, winning Second Prize in Simon & Schuster's sixth annual Strange New Worlds anthology with his story "The Soft Room." He went on to publish more stories in several media tie-in anthologies as well as the Star Trek: Titan novel Sword of Damocles.Other stories he has written include...
2024-08-011h 36
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)37. Chris Robinson on Marvel's Voices, Hip Hop Variants and All-Negro Comics #1If you're a person of color who reads Marvel Comics, there's a fat chance that Chris Robinson has had a hand in a lot of the things you love. Over 5 years spent in editorial at the House of Ideas, Chris was instrumental in several key initiatives including the Hip Hop Variant Covers program, X-Men: Grand Design, and the Marvel's Voices comic anthology.Since leaving Marvel, Chris got to work on a passion project of his -- restoring 1947's All-Negro Comics #1 and publishing it for wider distribution. The 75th anniversary hardcover campaign was a resounding success, and is...
2024-07-251h 05
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)36. Traveling Worlds Away with Damien BectonIf you stay active in comic spaces on social media, you're bound to meet a few likeminded people. But when I met comic writer Damien Becton at this year's HeroesCon, it was like seeing a long lost friend for the first time. It's hard to explain, but you'll hear it in today's interview. In this episode, Damien stops by to talk about breaking into comics, winning the Mad Cave Studios Talent Search, and his campaign for Worlds Away Volume 1, available now.Back Worlds Away on Kickstarter: http://worldsawaycomic.comFollow Damien's Journey: https://www.damienbecton...
2024-07-191h 01
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)35. Staying Dangerous with Tad Stones, Creator of Darkwing DuckRescue Rangers. Adventures of the Gummi Bears. Aladdin: The Animated Series. DARKWING DUCK. To say that Tad Stones was instrumental to my childhood would be the understatement of the century. And today, I'm talking to the man himself. Listen to hear:How Tad stumbled into a career in AnimationWhat classic comics and cartoons inspired Darkwing DuckWhich new Darkwing series is Tad's favoriteHow Tad Stones is involved in an unannounced Darkwing SeriesThe status of the Darkwing Duck TV Reboot!Dynamite Entertainment is bringing back some classic Darkwing Duck comics, as well as new series featuring creators like Amanda D...
2024-07-111h 21
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)34. Building the Epiphany Engine with Joe IllidgeJoseph P. Illidge is a name that rings bells in my circle of comics fandom. Over 31 years, he has helped usher in stories featuring many of my favorite characters of all time. Static. Hardware. Nightwing. He paired Greg Rucka with Shawn Martinbrough for one of the most acclaimed Detective Comics runs, and even oversaw the No Man's Land event in the Batman office. What else would you expect from someone who learned under the direct tutelage of the late Dwayne McDuffie? Today, Joe joins the show to talk about his career, the importance of supporting Independent Black C...
2024-07-041h 14
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)33. The Cold Ever After with Jeremy WhitleyAfter the recent release of his latest graphic novel, The Cold Ever After, Jeremy Whitley joins the show to talk about writing for younger audiences, telling stories of underrepresented groups, and making it all fun.Jeremy Whitley is a writer from Durham, North Carolina. He broke into comics in 2010 with the Eisner-Nominated smash hit comic Princeless. He then spun off a second book in the same world called Raven Pirate Princess that highlighted the adventures of Raven and her all-girl crew of pirates.After the success of Princeless, Jeremy has gone on to write for...
2024-06-271h 03
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)32. RISE-ing to the Occasion with Trevor Fernandes-LenkiewiczAs the campaign for RISE #2 goes underway, writer Trevor Fernandes-Lenkiewicz joins to talk about his origins, leaving behind a career in science, and telling personally charged stories the world needs to hear.About Trevor:Trevor Fernandes Lenkiewicz (AREA 51: THE HELIX PROJECT, MINUTES TO MIDNIGHT) has written critically acclaimed series such as Area 51: The Helix Project, Rise, and Minutes to Midnight: The Hour Between Life and Death. His work has been described as “Incredible” by The Work Print and “Like nothing else I’ve ever seen” by The Comic Book Yeti. After founding Pocket Watch Press in 2020, T...
2024-06-201h 16
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)31. Putting L'Ton on the Map with Wolly McNair, David Rucker & Danny QuickWolly McNair and David Rucker join with special guest Danny Quick to talk about L'TON, the newest project from Bequest Studios. About L'Ton:To save the people and city he loves from destruction, Jamal Thompson decides to sacrifice whatever innocents or joy remained within him to move without restraints. To stop monsters, he has become a more dangerous monster, trading in his humanity to instill fear in those devastating his hometown and give hope of a better tomorrow for the people and city he loves.Back the Campaign at http://comicsaredope.com/lumberton
2024-06-1352 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)30. Chris O'Hara is Battling A.I. with Vincent Van GoghAmid the campaign for Artificial #2, Chris O'Hara stops by to talk origins, being inspired by cinema, and why Artificial is a story that HAD TO be told. About Chris O'Hara:Chris, the founder of BentBox Comics, is not only a writer and graphic designer from SWF but also a creative soul. Since childhood, he seized every opportunity to create, from homemade movies to short stories, engaging everyone around him with his entertaining ventures. In 2022, Chris achieved a significant milestone by publishing his first comic book, titled "Artificial," which garnered successful funding through Kickstarter. Chris not o...
2024-06-0656 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)29. Writing for All Ages with Lamar GilesYou guys know I'm a huge fan of the Dakota Universe. But Lamar Giles and Paris Alleyne's Static: Up All Night nearly slipped out of my radar entirely. When I noticed my mistake, I ended up reading the whole book in one sitting, and it leapfrogged into my Top Books of 2023 list. Somehow, my video review landed on the screen of the man himself, so we set up this fun conversation.Listen as we talk about Lamar's lifelong love of reading, Middle Grades authors that inspired him, his exploration of genre fiction, and why diverse storytelling matters...
2024-05-301h 03
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)28. The Heart of a Character Designer with Marcus WilliamsMarcus Williams is many things. A creator. An illustrator. A role model. But if you ask him, the first thing he'll tell you is he's a Character Designer. Being able to mix and match the things we love to make something new has always served him well. And his latest project, Eye Lie Popeye, is an example of just that.Today, I speak with Marcus The Visual about his love for characters, the key to a good design, the story of Tuskegee Heirs, and just how Eye Lie Popeye came to be. Check it out, then head...
2024-05-231h 28
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)27. Conquering the Convention Circuit with Greg BurnhamLooking at comic book credits online, you might mistake Greg Burnham for a young, up and coming comics writer. But the fact is, he's pretty accomplished already. After self-publishing comics for nearly 2 decades with partner Marcus Williams, the pair firmly established themselves when the hit series Tuskegee Heirs landed on Kickstarter in 2017. Since then, the duo have been a mainstay on the convention circuit.After participating in the inaugural Milestone Initiative cohort, Greg has written several short comics for DC, and appears to just be scratching the surface of his limitless potential. 2 months ahead of his latest...
2024-05-161h 13
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)26. Creating Epic Fantasy with Gary MoloneyFew comics have smacked me in the face like When The Blood Has Dried #1. It wasn't on my radar, but once it arrived in my inbox, I was HOOKED after page one. Ahead of the release of issue #2, writer Gary Moloney joins the podcast to talk about his inspirations, his love for epic fantasy stories, and just how much is riding on the success of his direct market debut.About Gary Moloney:Gary Moloney is a comic writer from Cork, Ireland, and co-founder of the Limit Break Comics collective. Gary writes across multiple genres, acting a...
2024-05-091h 02
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)25. The Art of the Interview with David HarperPerhaps there's no better description of David Harper than the one given by superstar writer James Tynion IV back in 2023."Frankly, I think David does the best work in the comics journalism space today, and I’ve always valued his insight into the comics industry. Beyond that, I think he’s the best interviewer currently working in our corner of the comics business."Today, I interview the best interviewer in our business (Whew, No pressure!) about the passion he brings to his endeavors. I think this is a conversation any aspiring comics journalist would love to h...
2024-05-021h 17
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)24. David Pepose on Space Ghost, Overcoming Fears & Writing ComicsToday, David Pepose stops by to talk about building up the courage to start a comic writing career, and why he's super excited to bring Space Ghost to a new generation of comic fans.A former crime reporter turned Ringo Award-winning comic book creator, David Pepose has written on hit titles such as Punisher, Moon Knight: City of the Dead, Savage Avengers, Fantastic Four, Hulk, Avengers Unlimited, and Darth Vader: Black, White & Red, as well as launched critically acclaimed original series including Spencer & Locke, Going to the Chapel, Grand Theft Astro, The O.Z., Scout’s Honor, The D...
2024-04-251h 00
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)23. Will Robson's Wonderful World of ZombiesMeet Will Robson! Writer and creator of OUTBREAKS. Will is a professional comic book writer and artist who has worked on BATMAN, STAR WARS, SPIDER-MAN AND DEADPOOL, THE FANTASTIC FOUR, SPAWN, TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES and many more awesome titles! Will writes and letters every story in OUTBREAKS and draws the backup, DEAD EYE DICK!Back Outbreaks #1-3 on Kickstarter Here
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2024-04-1851 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)22. Stephanie Williams' Strange & Unsung JourneyFixed Audio ReuploadIt's been an amazing 5 years for Stephanie Williams. From Kickstarting hilarious web comics to authoring the official encyclopedia of DC's strangest heroes; Steph is carving out a lane all her own, and she's not slowing down any time soon.In a conversation 2 years in the making; I spoke to Stephanie about her journey into comics, her approach to storytelling, and how she learned to confidently take up space in an industry that 'effing sucks' sometimes. More from Stephanie Williams:Follow Steph's exploits on her Official Website
2024-04-111h 37Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)21. Three Years a YouTuber with BunkmastaBRecently, my good friend BunkmastaB reached 500 subscribers on his YouTube Channel, just as Comics Are Dope was nearing 10k on our own. For some reason, he thought soliciting a conversation from me would be an entertaining celebration. Yeah, I don't know either. But I'm always happy to show up for my friends.The result was an introspective look at my first 3 years on Comics YouTube, my thoughts on growing without losing your soul, and what I'd like to see from the platform moving forward.Hopefully, this gives you some insight on why I do the...
2024-04-041h 15
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)20. Elliot Kalan on Comedy, Greek Mythology, and Writing HerculesToday I'm talking to Elliott Kalan. If you're like me, you've been living under a rock (or a stack of comics) for the past two decades, and may not have heard the name. Besides being a writer of hilarious comics, Elliott is the former Head Writer for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart -- a job that earned him FOUR Emmy Awards for Outstanding Writing.I spoke with Elliott about where his love for writing started, why he continues to come back to comics, and why he's uniquely qualified to take on everyone's favorite Demigod. F...
2024-03-281h 05
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)19. Tony Fleecs on Feral, 90's Cartoons and Stray DogsTony Fleecs and Trish Forstner's STRAY DOGS was my runaway favorite title of 2021. As they prepare to follow it up 3 years later with FERAL, writer Tony Fleecs sits in the guest chair to discuss what goes into making a follow up.
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2024-03-2157 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)18. Bequest Studios is the Wu Tang Clan of ComicsIf you've been at a con in the south in the last 10 years, you've likely seen each of the gentlemen in today's episode at least 5 times. Known more for their singular accomplishments (and Tik Tok antics); Danny J. Quick, Morgan Iverson, Ro Lamb and Wolly McNair have teamed up to form a new studio, Bequest, which they say is a perfect combination of Milestone Media and the Wu-Tang Clan.Their debut hardcover is up for pre-order on Kickstarter, with a foreword by yours truly! Listen to this conversation, then run to your nearest web browser to secure...
2024-03-1454 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)17. Greg Pak On The Humanity of Storytelling and Lilo & StitchOver two decades, Greg Pak has built a career in comic writing by taking on such titans as Hulk and Darth Vader. With a special knack for bringing forth the humanity that unites all of us, he's now taking on another temperamental monster in the pages of Lilo & Stitch. Today, I'm talking to Greg about how he got into comics, how he feels storytelling can change the world, and the common thread he's woven through 20 years of working on some of our biggest Pop Culture icons.About Greg Pak:Greg Pak is an award-winning comic...
2024-03-071h 16
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)16. Morgan Hampton talks the Milestone Initiative, Networking in Comics, & Writing CyborgMorgan Hampton has always wanted to write comics. When he had opportunities to speak to established writers at meet & greets, or through his freelance writing role at Black Nerd Problems, he always took full advantage, using the time to soak up as much as he could about the industry. Now he's got six issues of Cyborg under his belt, and is working on Sons of Star Trek, a comic based on his favorite Star Trek show of all time. Today, Morgan and I talk about his journey, what it was like applying to the Milestone Initiative, and j...
2024-02-291h 28
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)15. Nikolas Draper-Ivey on Static: Shadows of Dakota, Anime Influences & What Comes NextIf today's episode feels like a private chat among friends, that's no accident. I became acquainted with Nikolas Draper-Ivey shortly after he was announced as the series artist for Static: Season One -- the title that kicked off the Milestone Returns line at DC Comics. We've been building a solid rapport ever since, but I could never get him to sit for an interview -- until now.In this conversation, I ask Nik about his journey so far. He explains his origins as an artist, how he got the attention of Milestone Media's Reginald Hudlin & Denys Cowan...
2024-02-222h 17
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)14. Christopher Priest on Vampirella, Personal Faith & Creator Owned ComicsI'm excited to present the third and final portion of my conversation with Christopher Priest. We've had a great time talking about his 45 year comics career, but today is all about his latest writing project -- Vampirella.As Priest relaunches Vampirella with issue #666, we talk about his approach to the character, balancing creativity with personal convictions, and what he hopes to add to the mythos.We also talk about his creator-owned comic turned film project Xer0, and answer fan questions including whether or not Priest would ever return to Black Panther. Check it out, and...
2024-02-1553 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)13. Christopher Priest on Making Statements, Realism vs Escapism and Story StructureThere aren't many in the industry with a career as legendary and storied as that of Christopher Priest. The first Black writer at both Marvel AND DC Comics, he's written or edited on every superhero you can name. Our interview spans three hour-long episodes, the second of which I'm excited to present here.In Part 2 of our conversation, we dig into Priest the writer. How does he decide what to include in his books? Where did the time-skips come from? Who are his favorite characters? Find out as you listen, and be sure to pre-order Vampirella #666 at...
2024-02-081h 22
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)12. Christopher Priest Talks Influences, Inspiration and Breaking BarriersThere aren't many in the industry with a career as legendary and storied as that of Christopher Priest. The first Black writer at both Marvel AND DC Comics, he's written or edited on every superhero you can name. Our interview spans three hour-long episodes, the first of which I'm excited to present here.We talk about A LOT including:Being Hired by Marvel in the late 1970'sThe Role of a Comic Book EditorLearning from Legends like Larry Hama and Denny O'NeilBeing Inspired by other Storytelling MediumsThe Harsh Realities of a Career in ComicsBe sure...
2024-02-0152 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)11. Roger Langridge Talks the Joys of Cartooning and All Ages ComicsWhen I asked Roger Langridge about the legacy he'll leave, he said "My tombstone will probably say 'Wrote the Muppets, then died.'" But the fact is, Roger is continuing the tradition of some of the greatest storytellers in history.We talked about his love for Carl Barks, newspaper strips, and the approach he brings to his own works -- including The Muppet Show, and the upcoming Justice Ducks miniseries he's penning for Dynamite Entertainment. I asked him what it's like switching from artist to writer, and drawing from real life as inspiration for his daily strip...
2024-01-2941 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)10. Greg Weisman Commemorates 30 Years of Disney's GargoylesGreg Weisman is an American novelist, writer, producer and voice actor. He is best known as a creator of the animated series Gargoyles, The Spectacular Spider-Man and Young Justice. This year marks the 30th anniversary of Disney's Gargoyles, and Greg and the team at Dynamite Entertainment are celebrating in a major way, by bringing classic Gargoyles comics back into print for the first time in over a decade! The campaign ends Feb. 12th, so hurry over to Kickstarter to back it.Back the campaign at http://bjkicks.link/gargoylesGet NEW Gargoyles comics at http...
2024-01-251h 26
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)9. Matt Mair Lowery Talks THOUGHTSCAPE, Best Sci-Fi Movies and More!Today, I'm joined by writer Matt Mair Lowery to talk about THOUGHTSCAPE, the Sci-Fi anthology he's been self-publishing for 3 years. Issues 4 and 5 are being Kickstarted now, but they need your help to meet the goal! Listen to our talk, then visit http://thoughtscape2024.com to back the campaign."ThoughtScape Comics is an anthology series serving up sci-fi action, thrills and chills in the tradition of 2000 AD, Black Mirror and The Twilight Zone. Anything is possible in these taut tales of trauma and transformation, of people pushed past their limits by the gods and monsters they meet...
2024-01-1945 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)8. Sweeney Boo Talks Cruella De Vil, Writing for Disney & Balancing Art vs Writing DutiesI recently had the pleasure of talking with comic artist and writer Sweeney Boo ahead of the premiere issue of Disney Villains: Cruella De Vil. Listen as the Eat and Love Yourself creator talks writing for Disney, scripting for other artists, and how her love for art and animation drove her into the career of her dreams as a cartoonist.Order Disney Villains: Cruella De Vil at http://dynamite.com/disneyFollow Sweeney on Instagram at http://instagram.com/sweeney_booSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredope
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2024-01-1743 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)7. Long Live SkipntoshLast week, we lost a dear friend in the comics community, and the co-host of this podcast. Curtis Fisher, aka Skipntosh, was like a big brother to me. I enjoyed telling him as much when we would record our podcast episodes together. I don’t know how he found the channel or our community, but he immediately made his presence felt. Always there to plug awesome indie comics and challenge us to think deeply about our critiques. Skip cared deeply. About comics. About music. About basketball. And about people. Skip loved bein...
2023-06-2710 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)6. Why Indie Comics Are Where It's AtSince I got into comics, Skipntosh has been beating the indie drum as loudly as he can. In this issue of Comics Are Dope, I give him an audience and allow him to state his best case for why indies should take over your comic book reading experience.
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2023-06-0449 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)5. Why FREE COMIC BOOK DAY is So AmazingFree Comic Book Day holds a special place in my heart. After all, it was Free Comic Book Day that got me into comics as an adult, and eventually led me into talking about comics online as a passion project. I've seen a lot of cool things around this event over the years. Today, I'm sharing what I think makes Free Comic Book Day a magical experience.
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2023-05-0318 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)4. Milestone Made MineIt's no secret that I'm a huge fan of Milestone Media, its creators, and their characters. But I haven't really tried to put my fandom into words until now. In this episode, you'll hear why Milestone matters to me so much.Watch my interview with Denys Cowan: https://youtu.be/jf9em0aTIGkGrab the Milestone Compendium at http://bjkicks.link/milestoneAbout Milestone:Milestone Media is a company best known for creating Milestone Comics, which were published and distributed by DC Comics and the Static Shock animated series. It was...
2023-04-1933 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)3. Justin Greenwood Talks TORRENT, Creator Owned Comics & Work EthicToday, Skip and I are joined by Justin Greenwood, co-creator of comics like Torrent, Compass, Stumptown and more! Listen as he tells us how he got into comics, how he goes about choosing comic projects, and his tips for success in the industry. JUSTIN GREENWOOD is an artist best known for his work on comic book series like TORRENT, AREA 510, STUMPTOWN, CRONE, THE LAST SIEGE, THE FUSE and the non-fiction graphic novel ALEXANDER HAMILTON: The Graphic History of an American Founding Father. Born and raised in the Bay Area, he attended the Academy of Art University in S...
2023-03-251h 10Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)2. What Makes a Good Comic?If we're going to spend hours each week telling you what comics to buy, we should probably take some time to establish what we think is good, and why.Listen as Skip and I talk about what satisfies us as comic readers, and what types of stories we're most likely to recommend.For More Comic News & Reviews, check out our weekly newsletter at http://thisweekincomics.comJoin in the discussion around the clock by joining the Comics Are Dope Community on Facebook or Discord.Comics Are Dope (The Podcast) is brought...
2023-03-251h 02
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)1. Why We (Still) Love ComicsWelcome to Comics Are Dope - The Podcast! I've wanted to branch out into podcasting for a while, but honestly wasn't sure if I could shoulder the load alone. Thanks to my bro Skipntosh, I don't have to. Join us for episode one, where we talk about our love from comics, and what you can expect from this show.For More Comic News & Reviews, check out our weekly newsletter at http://thisweekincomics.comJoin in the discussion around the clock by joining the Comics Are Dope Community on Facebook or Discord.Comics Are...
2023-03-2550 min
Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)0. The Zero IssueWhen I started out on YouTube, I didn't quite expect my love for comics to really take over my life the way it has. But the things I love don't always play well on YouTube, so I'm starting this Podcast so I can talk about the things I love with people who care.
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2023-03-2409 min