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We are back and Shawn is excited to talk about her recent trip with J Chris Campbell to the Borderlands Comics and Games annual sale.

Since the day we met Jim Rugg at Heroes Aren't Hard to Find as part of the Afrodesiac tour, he has been a favorite of the Dollar Bin. It is funny to realize that over the last 8 or so years, this is the first Dollar Bin vs Jim Rugg interview. Sure, he has made appearances and has been reviewed and talked about in detail, but this is our first in-depth interview with him. Let's see if we can figure out what makes Jim Rugg tick. (I'm disappointed that we didn't get into his "On a Run" diary comics).

Recently, there was a signing at Richard's Comics and Collectables with writer and director of the Cross movie series, Patrick Durham. We discuss what goes into making a movie, specifically the sequel in his Cross series, Cross Wars. Also on the interview is actor Jace Schirripa.

Here comes another installment of our Year 10 - Interview series. She first entered the scene as the "Lovely Shawn Reynolds" but before you could flip the page she became Mrs. Shawn Daughhetee. Adam interviews his favorite wife about her career in comics and the important role the Dollar Bin played in shaping her life. Shawn opens up and tells rarely heard personal stories about her inspiration in Rachelle Goguen, her relationship with her father, and her early days at Heroes Aren't Hard to Find.

It could be claimed that J Chris Campbell is the non-direct Dollar Bin member most integral to the podcasts success and longevity. In this interview Adam and J Chris journey through the many years of J Chris' career in comics as well as his very close, healthy, and fruitful relationship with the Dollar Bin.

View fullsize J Chris Campbell interviews Adam of the Dollar Bin In the first of a series of Dollar Bin 10 year anniversary celebration interviews, J Chris Campbell turns the table on Adam and hijacks the interview to ask Adam questions about the Dollar Bin. They discuss the secret origin of the podcast as well as its mysterious future.Link to the first Dollar Bin episode: Episode 1: Creator Spotlight - Stan Lee Episode 360: Year 10 - Interview with Adam

Last week on the Dollar Bin podcast, the feed was interrupted by a mysterious 1962 radio drama. This caused out listeners to miss out on a portion of our Halloween book recommendations. We have gathered the missing footage and return you to your regularly scheduled program.

Welcome to another episode of the Dollar Bin. This week, to rev up for Halloween and Comicsfest, Adam, Shawn, and special guest Josh, discuss some of their favorite horror, scary, spooky comics that they are reading. Did someone say Comicsfest? We will be at Richard's Comics and Collectables helping out, along with many guest artists, including Dollar Bin participants, J Chris Campbell, Duane Ballenger, Wes, Brooks, and Joey Weiser. Books discussed in this episode include: Swamp Thing, Nail Biter, Harrow County, Sixth Gun, Baltimore, Joe Golem, Fatale, Dagon, She Wolf, October Faction, Broken Moon, Wytches, Ghosts, Manifest Destiny, Cemetery Blues, Trees, and Clean Room

Adam and Shawn survived another Small Press Expo (not that it was a challenge) and it was a great experience. In this episode of the Dollar Bin (we call it a review show, but it's not like a "this was good/this was bad review, it's more of a "going over things" type review) they discuss the books they picked up.

As always, HeroesCon was a blast! Possibly the best HeroesCon ever. So much fun. There were friends, art, comics, and just a good good time. Don't take my word for it. Listen to what Adam, Shawn, Wes and Danny have to say about how awesome HeroesCon 2016 was.

As always, HeroesCon was a blast! Possibly the best HeroesCon ever. So much fun. There were friends, art, comics, and just a good good time. Don't take my word for it. Listen to what Adam, Shawn, Wes and Danny have to say about how awesome HeroesCon 2016 was. And don't forget to check out Electric City ComiCon coming up in August.

For the first time ever, the Dollar Bin attended Dragon Con, with a little help from their friends. Join Adam and Shawn as they continue to discuss their adventure through the strange trippy dimension of fantasy and cosplay. In this episode, we discuss Sunday and thank yous. What is that mention of Instagram (@DollarBinProductions)? Also, a contest?

For the first time ever, the Dollar Bin attended Dragon Con, with a little help from their friends. Join Adam and Shawn as they discuss their adventure through the strange trippy dimension of fantasy and cosplay. In this episode, we set the stage and discuss Saturday. What is that mention of Instagram (@DollarBinProductions) Also, a contest?

South Carolina has a plethora of great comic book creators, including writers, artists, colorists, and more! Join moderator Adam Daughhetee of the Dollar Bin podcast and talented South Carolinians, Sanford Greene, Megan Wilson, Chad Bowers, and Chris Sims to discuss their art and comics.

Painting was declared dead in the early 19th Century, but it is still alive and breathing here at SC Comicon! Join John Hairston Jr., Chris Hamer, Joe Everson, and Mark Poole as they discuss their love of painting. Here's hoping moderator Shawn Daughhetee doesn't paint them into a corner!

It's been a while since our last post and they seem fewer and further in between, but when we post, we are making it count. Case in point, this week on the Dollar Bin, Joel and Adam bring you an interview with one of the principle founders of CrossGen Entertainment, for the first time in over ten years, Mark Alessi. In the interview Alessi shoots straight in an attempt to put an end to the inaccuracies and noise that surrounds him from his day with CrossGen. In an effort to do such, he regales stories of Mark Waid, Ron Marz, Joshua Middleton, Dexter Vines, Scot Eaton, Bart Sears, Joe Quesada, Steven Spielberg, and more.

What's that in the air? Why its old man Dollar Bin here to ring in the new year. That's right, Heather, Shaka, Brian, Wes, Ted, and Adam got together one more time to talk everything (comics(ish)). Welcome back.

What makes a great cover stand out on the crowded comics’ shelves? Mental Floss columnist RICH BARRETT discusses this with FRANCIS MANAPUL (Flash), DAVE JOHNSON (Silk), JIM RUGG (Street Angel), TULA LOTAY (Supreme: Blue Rose) and NATHAN FOX (Captain Victory).

The Dollar Bin’s ADAM DAUGHHETEE talks with JEREMY WHITLEY (Princeless), JOEY ELLIS (Leaky Timbers), MIKE MAIHACK (Cleopatra in Space), JOEY WEISER (Mermin), JASON HORN (Ninjasaur) and ROYDEN LEPP (Rust).

The Dollar Bin’s ADAM DAUGHHETEE talks Hip Hop Family Tree-the groundbreaking series from Fantagraphics- with writer/artist and Eisner Award winner, ED PISKOR

The Dollar Bin’s ADAM DAUGHHETEE discusses the challenges and influences involved with creating historically based comic stories with CHRIS SCHWEIZER (Crogan’s Adventures), ED PISKOR (Macedonia, The Beats) and MATTHEW ROBERTS (Manifest Destiny).

HeroesCon 2015 was a whirlwind! We can't believe it was only last weekend, June 19-21. Sit back and listen while Wes Brooks, J Chris Campbell, Adam Daughhetee, and Shawn Daughhetee take a stroll down memory lane and reminisce about their time at the convention. You will hear such interesting stories as Friday at the con, Saturday dinner at Phat Burrito, hanging out with friends, selling things, buying things and much more!

Whether it is Watchmen, Maus, Batman, or Spider-Man all comics are a representation of the time of their creation. Join us as we consider how best to put comics in a historical context. In this discussion we will be focusing on how comics can give insight into history and vice-versa. Panelists include WILL ALLRED (University of Arkansas), TOM HEINTJES (Hogan’s Alley), ANDY KUNKA (Comics Alternative, USC Sumter), BRIAN PUACA (Christopher Newport University), and DEREK ROYAL (Comics Alternative, Brown Books), with SHAWN DAUGHHETEE moderating.

A few months back now, Adam and Joel got to interview the incredible comics writer, John Ostrander (Grimjack, Star Wars, Suicide Squad). Thankfully they didn't talk about anything too timely. Enjoy.

Recorded a week later and posted, well, now is our SC Comicon 2015 wrap-up. Join Wes Brooks, Brian, Shaka, Shawn, and Adam as they discuss the many highs and few lows of SC Comicon and the Saturday night Drink & Draw.

What does it take to turn a raw idea into a completed book? Learn from great story craftsmen Van Jensen, Chris Schweizer, and David Weber, as they walk you through their creative process.

Sci-Fi is a staple theme in comic books, yes, even superhero ones. Artists Tony Shasteen (Star Trek) and Georges Jeanty (Serenity), discuss their contributions to the Sci-Fi genre of comics in a panel that is out of this world.

Learn from up and comers who are just entering the comics industry. Bridgit Connell, Joey Weiser, and Jackie Lewis talk about the trials and tribulations leading up to turning comics into a paying gig.

You walk into your local comic shop and what do you see? Comic book covers everywhere. In a sea of images, it’s the comic book cover’s job to draw your attention. Cover artists Dave Dorman, Chris Brunner, and Sanford Greene give you the low down on what goes into designing the right cover for the job.

Ever wonder how people keep coming up with ideas for great board games year after year? Join board game creators, Richard Launius in a SC Comicon panel discussion about board games and get an answer to that question, “How do you do it?”

Welcome to the SC Comicon 2015 panel on colorists. Roses are red. Violets are blue. Learn and appreciate the art of color with colorists, Laura Martin, Brian Reber, Rico Renzi, and Megan Wilson in this very colorful panel discussion.

Valiant comics are a favorite of the SC Comicon staff. Join Valiant creators, Robert Venditti, Brian Reber, and Lewis LaRosa in a very valiant discussion. Moderated by Danny Kilpatrick

Golden Age artist, Allen Bellman was there before even Marvel, which at the time was Timely Comics. He was working on Captain America in the actual 1940’s. Join us in a discussion spotlighting Allen Bellman’s golden career in comics.

The career of John Wesley Shipp has spanned four decades, including the role of The Flash in the 90s television show, The Flash. He now performs on the current WB show, The Flash as Barry Allen’s dad, which is pretty cool. Join us for a discussion with Mr. Shipp about his achievements and his illustrious acting career.

Following up on our first part, Ask a Black Nerd Part 1, we bring you, part 2. In this episode, Terence, Ted, and Trevor answer your Facebook questions. What were their answers? There is only one way to find out. Just listen.

This week Adam and Shawn decided it was time well spent to help promote a couple of currently running Kickstarters by some close friends of the Dollar Bin. First up is Curls Studio who are promoting their Kickstarter for Curls: The Ultimate Book Collection, which is a collection of Carolyn Belefski's Curls comic strip. Next, we talk with Jason Horn , creator of Ninjasaur to help spread the word on his Kickstarter for Collection Volume 2 of his Ninjasaur Webcomic. I hope you enjoy and take the time to check these worthwhile projects out.

Dollar Bin Productions in conjunction with Ask a Black Friend, presents to you the very special episode of Ask a Black Nerd. We opened up our lines (Facebook) and you asked questions. You may not like them, but here are your answers.

Moderator Shawn Daughhetee talks with Robert Venditti (Green Lantern, Flash, X-O Manowar) and Van Jensen (Green Lantern Corps, Flash, Pinocchio Vampire Slayer) about their process of writing together on stories that tie into the larger continuity of the DCU.

Artist Chris Brunner is very dear to the Dollar Bin podcast. He's been with us since the semi-early days and our first appearance at the Charlotte Minicon (It makes me really sad that I can't find this interview mp3, so if you have it can you send it to me?) where we had a fascinating discussion on the effectiveness of a lightsaber on Luke Cage. Chris has been captivating us over the years with amazing art, like what you can find in the comic Loose Ends. He has also captured our hearts with his friendship, spirit, and lively, thought provoking discussions. Thanks Chris.

Recently, during her signing at Richard's Comics and Collectables, Adam of the Dollar Bin spoke with Babs Tarr, artist on DC Comics' Batgirl. They discuss her art background, style, and the comic artist life. What what!

Continuing out discussion of all the great guys from Comicsfest at Richard's Comics and Collectables, this week we discuss Van Jensen, Tracy Yardley, Wes Brooks, and Richard Morgan, himself.

Recently Shawn and Adam attended Comicsfest at Richard's Comics and Collectables. Also in attendance for the day were J Chris Campbell, Duane Ballenger, Tracy Yardly, Van Jensen, Andy Runton, Gregbo Watson, and even for a little bit, Derek and Nikki Davis. They were doing all sortsa sketches and having the fun good times. To celebrate the friends of the Dollar Bin we decided to rap a bit about them and what makes them so great.

Continuing their annual SPX pick-up book review, Shawn and Adam talk about many more of the fantastic books they each picked up at the Small Press Expo in Bethesda Maryland.

View fullsize Once again the Dollar Bin traversed the states between to join the small press goodness congregation in Bethesda, MD at SPX (Small Press Expo 2014). While there, not only did they hang out with some great folks which will be covered later, they also, bought a lot of great books and such, half of which will be covered, here, in part one of the SPX 2014 reviews show.Reviewed Creators Include:Joshua Cotter - jwcotter.tumblr.comJ Chris Campbell - jchriscampbell.comRobert Ullman - rkullman.blogspot.comJason Horn - ninjasaur.comSam Bosma - sbosma.tumblr.comSam Alden - samaldencomics.tumblr.comBox Brown - boxbrown.comBenjamin Marra - www.benjaminmarra.comC Frakes - tragicrelief.blogspot.comLaura Terry - lauraterry.comJP Coovert - www.jpcoovert.comLeah Riley - www.etsy.com/shop/futuregirlDavid Mack - www.flagpole.com/comics/a-round-townDrew Weing - www.drewweing.comSara L Turner - tinyghoststories.comAlexis Ziritt - www.aziritt.comJared Cullum - www.jaredlovestodraw.comGreg Kletsel - gregkletsel.comJason Shiga - www.shigabooks.comTugboat Press - www.tugboatpress.comRuntime 52:46 Episode 342: SPX 2014 Reviews Part 1

Shawn and Adam visited two new to them conventions this summer, Rob-Con in Bristol, TN and the Charlotte Comicon at its new to them location in Charlotte, NC. Both conventions were a great time and in the process they picked up some interviews along the way with Neil Bramlette (Out of Step Arts), Shannon Smith, and Matthew D Smith (Bee Sting). Enjoy.

Well, it's been a few weeks now since Monster Con 2014 wrapped up (with Richard's Comics, John and Iris, and Season of the Geek) , and even a few weeks since we (Wes Brooks and J Chris Campbell) recorded this wrap up show, but its gold. Gold. News since the recording: Monster Con has announced a new location for 2015 in Gaffney, SC, near its cafe, Con Cafe.

Finally, we have said all there is to say about HeroesCon...unless, of course, you have something to say too. If you do then drop us a line and maybe we'll throw together a part five, or maybe, a HeroesCon 2014 Wrap Up wrap up? Anyway, here's Adam, Micah, and Shawn.

This week we wrap up out HeroesCon 2014 discussion with Josh. But first, Adam and Shawn discuss their trip to Chapel Hill Comics for the Greatest Signing of All Time (Ed Piskor, Jim Rugg, Tom Scioli, Chris Pitzer) to celebrate the retirement of comic shop owner, Andrew Neal.

This week Adam, Josh, and Shawn continue their marathon discussion of HeroesCon 2014. They cover mostly Art Auctions, but also attempt to put the finishing touches on Friday. Shawn talks about non comics things they she purchased, Josh talks more on his Adult Swim sketchbook and Adam talks his commissions.

With the increased spotlight on teaching controversial material in schools we thought it would be fun to discuss methods and approaches for teaching difficult comics and graphic novels. Planned topics include: racial stereotypes, violence, and sexuality. That being said, Parental Guidance is suggested as the conversation may steer toward mature content. Panelists include Mike Kobre (Queens University), Andy Kunka (USC), Dana Hayward (HarperCollins Publishers) and moderator Shawn Daughhetee (The School of Hard Knocks).

Adam, Josh, and Shawn sit down for a marathon discussion of HeroesCon 2014 that lasts almost as long as the 3 day show itself. This week we bring you part one where we mostly get out bearings, talk about little about our panels, and delve into Friday. Runtime 1 hour 2 minutes 40 seconds