Podcasts about cartoonists

We have published 120 episodes since 2019. For this new season, we thought it would be a good idea to look back on some of the highlights of our conversations and select 20 episodes that resonated with veterans, service members, military families, and the civilians who support them.But first up, you'll hear from some of the folks at Home Base who wake up every day with the same mission in mind, no matter what they do at the Center of Excellence in the Navy Yard and beyond. For this episode, you will hear a brief conversation with the Admissions Coordinator at Home Base, Zachary Morin. Born and raised in Massachusetts, Zach spent two years serving with AmeriCorps in the Miami-Dade Public Schools, working with middle school students on literacy, social and emotional development, as well as civic engagement. Upon completing his service, Zachary returned to New England to lead the College Ready Communities program in Northern Rhode Island. Here, his work included holistic programming for vulnerable youth populations and overall community engagement initiatives. He also has a creative/performative side, which he will talk about.Following my conversation with Zach, you'll hear an episode from 2023 with the Pulitzer Prize and Emmy-winning cartoonist, Garry Trudeau. Garry is also an Army Commander's Award for Public Service honoree. In this conversation, Garry tells us that not only did his dad and grandfather both serve, but they were also both physicians. He recounts an eye-opening visit to Walter Reed Medical Center, with stories of injury and resilience that not only informed his storytelling but have had lasting impacts on him. As a big fan of author Sebastian Junger, he discusses the innate need for the tribe to survive, and explains a bit of his creative process. Part Two will come shortly.Run To Home Base: Join Ron and his team and sign up individually or on another team at the 16th annual Run To Home Base on July 26th, 2025, at Fenway Park! Go to runtohomebase.orgPlease visit homebase.org for updates, programming, and resources if you or someone you know is struggling.Home Base Nation is the official podcast for the Home Base Program for Veterans and Military Families. Our team sees veterans, service members, and their families addressing the invisible wounds of war at no cost. This is all made possible thanks to a grateful nation. To learn more about how to help, visit us at www.homebase.org. If you or anyone you know would like to connect to care, you can also reach us at 617-724-5202.Follow Home Base on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedInThe Home Base Nation Team is Steve Monaco, Army Veteran Kelly Field, Justin Scheinert, Chuck Clough, with COO Michael Allard, Brigadier General Jack Hammond, and Peter Smyth.Producer and Host: Dr. Ron HirschbergAssistant Producer, Editor: Chuck CloughChairman, Home Base Media Lab: Peter SmythThe views expressed by guests on the Home Base Nation podcast are their own, and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by guests are those of the guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Massachusetts General Hospital, Home Base, the Red Sox Foundation, or any of its officials.

Five days a week acclaimed interviewer Tom Power sits down with the artists, writers, actors and musicians who define pop culture. In this episode, Tom chats with the cartoonist and writer Gabrielle Drolet. A few years ago, Gabrielle developed a condition that made her unable to use her hands. It kept getting worse over time, and as Gabrielle searched for a diagnosis, she also had to find new ways to make art. Her new memoir “Look Ma, No Hands” is the story of an artist coming to terms with disability, adapting to the unexpected, and ultimately learning to express herself again. Gabrielle joins Tom to talk about those experiences that informed her memoir. More episodes of Q with Tom Power are available here: https://link.mgln.ai/qwtp

Today on the Walton and Johnson Show, the boys talk about a Buffalo News cartoonist making fun of Texas Flood Victims, and how democrats seem to never understand government.

Greg Pak returns to Planet Hulk. Marvel announces horror anthology. The Cartoonist Club tops graphic novel sales.SUBSCRIBE ON RSS, APPLE, SPOTIFY, OR THE APP OF YOUR CHOICE. FOLLOW US ON BLUESKY, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK, AND FACEBOOK. SUPPORT OUR SHOWS ON PATREON.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Innovative Trans Cartoonists: In the second of two Pride themed episodes of Panel Borders, Alex Fitch talks to a pair of innovative trans cartoonists about their magical realist books inspired by autobiography. Artist and musician The Mollusc Dimension discusses his short story collection The Weird and Wonderful Surviveries of Squid Horse which sees the creator […]

Superman is back on the big screen for the first time in nearly a decade, we speak with director James Gunn. We preview a season of films at the BFI, starring pioneering black film star Dorothy Dandridge. Best known for Carmen Jones, (her performance made her the first African American to be nominated for a Best Actress Oscar) she died aged just 42 Cartoonist and illustrator Gerald Scarfe on Hercules, the newest Disney stage musical, inspired by his drawingsPresenter Samira Ahmed

Rohan Chakravarty is a Cartoonist, illustrator, and wildlife buff. Creator of Green Humour, the comic strip. He is an author and illustrator known for his work in bridging art and science, particularly in the field of bird behavior. His book, “Bird Business,” focuses on showcasing the quirks, antics, and daily lives of 100 Indian birds, offering insights into their unique behaviors.    How does a cartoonist and illustrator think about birds? Can you walk us through the process of creating this book. How did you choose the birds that feature in your book?  You are clearly interested in bird behaviour. You say, for instance, that the Lammergier- bearded vulture, takes 7 years to master its bone-throwing skill. These are very specific facts.  How did you learn all this and how did you choose what to throw in.  Rewrites? Anita's intervention? For those who haven't read your book, can you mention some of the fascinating bird behaviors that you have come across? Have you seen all the species in this book? Bar tailed treecreeper? Why do nuthatches move/spiral downwards while the treecreeper spirals upwards, do you know? Baya nesting colonies are usually built close to water bodies to reduce risk of predation by snakes— but aren't there water snakes? Do snakes not climb up trees? Why does the brown fish owl wade instead of doing the traditional thing that owls do? Bar-headed geese (raising the bar). How do you come up with puns? Because you are a cartoonist or a writer or both? What are your favourite species and why? What is your technique of going birdwatching, as in do you go every week? Favourite binocs? Or do you sit and draw outside?

Fuller's start as a local political cartoonist, the impact in Gainesville, and what inspires his commentary, with Greg Cassidy on the Thursday Bob Rose Show 7-3-25

23 years ago writer Alex Garland and director Danny Boyle made a movie which resurrected the zombie horror genre. 28 Days Later kicked zombies into high gear by giving the once shambling mindless hordes the ability to run. It was a movie which Kristian considers to be one of his favorite horror films of all […]

He has been a staple of the our local newspaper for over 40 years. And, tonight, they are having a public showing of some of his work. Trygve Olson joins Amy Iler and Jack Sunday (filling in for JJ Gordon) to discuss his career as a political cartoonist. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode five hundred and fifty is here! To celebrate, Part-Time Fanboy welcomes back one of the first people to be interviewed on the podcast, Conor McCreery! Conor is one of the creators behind the Kill Shakespeare series of graphic novels as well as a host of other comic book projects. His latest series, The Last […]

The Minicomic Awards are back, and we're here to celebrate them! For this episode, Jam, Jeff, and JD read as many of the winning comics as we could get our hands on, and some of the nominees as well. Here are the winners: Ratgirl by STC09 Scoot by Cam McCafferty The Pool by Leda Zawacki Diaphanoids by Anna Bow and Hagai Palevsky The Ballad of Black Cassandra Olivia Stephens Wisteria House by Daniela Vicoso and Alas by Sajan Rai Here are the nominated books that we also read: Be Safe by Christine LeSantos Queen Caterpillar by Virus Visal Omega Trillionaire by Nick Winn Scarlit Geyre by Jon Cairns Girl Stuff 1.11 by Yaster Goodman Agents Gorgeous by Gang Fight Music by Sleuth.

While Dave Kellett was at Alaska Comics Camp, he had the opportunity to speak with Jarad Greene, a cartoonist who works on staff at The Center for Cartoon Studies and has helped color many graphic novels for younger readers. He is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels A-Okay, A for Effort, and Scullion: A Dishwasher's Guide to Mistaken Identity — available wherever books are sold and through his affiliate Bookshop.org shop. He talked with Dave about the joys of learning to use a brush for inking.MORE ABOUT JARADWebsite  | TikTok | Instagram | YouTube You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive.

Cartoonist and former brand manager Tom Fishburne—best known as the creator of Marketoonist—joins Carl for a conversation that flips the script on what it means to take risks. From leaving a stable job with a Harvard MBA to becoming a full-time cartoonist, Tom shares what looked like “career suicide” from the outside became his most stable and fulfilling path. They explore the quiet financial anxiety of childhood, the lessons Tom learned from his mom's late return to college, and a pivotal year spent in Prague that sparked a lifelong entrepreneurial mindset. Along the way, they talk about the voices of self-doubt, the myth of the “safe job,” and the courage it takes to build a purposefully small, soulful business. ### Follow 50 Fires on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/50firespod/ Please direct business inquires to: blindnilaudio@magnolia.com Cover Art: Josh Passler - TheFinArtist.com Music Credits:  Alexandra Woodward / Rabbit Reggae / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Cody Francis / Wherever You're Going / courtesy of www.epidemicsound.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dave Kellet returns from Alaska Comics Camp once more rejuvinated, recharged, and reinvigorated! He shares his joy-filled experiences from a week in Juno, Alaska, with about 60 other cartoonists sharing knowledge, friendship, and happiness. In the second half, a cartoonist shares her feelings of depression after losing a couple of cartooning contests.Today's ShowAlaska Comics CampSusan MacTaggart's personal affirmationComicLab LIVE at the NCS conference, Aug.14-16Rejection storiesSummaryIn this episode of ComicLab, hosts Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar share their experiences at the Alaska Comics Camp, a unique gathering of cartoonists that fosters creativity, community, and personal growth. They discuss the joy of disconnecting from technology, the enriching interactions among artists of all levels, and the cultural exposure provided by the camp. The conversation highlights the importance of friendship and collaboration in the creative process and the humorous challenges of camp life. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the enriching experiences at Comics Camp, where artists come together to learn, share, and create in a supportive environment. They highlight the importance of teaching and learning from one another, the joy of creative games, and the deep personal connections formed during the camp. The discussion emphasizes the altruistic nature of the event and its impact on the artists' personal and professional growth. In this episode of ComicLab, hosts Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett discuss personal affirmations, the importance of motivation, and the upcoming ComicLab Live stage show. They delve into the universal experience of rejection in the comics industry, sharing personal stories and insights on how to cope with setbacks. The conversation emphasizes the value of persistence in cartooning and the idea that true success lies in continuing to create, regardless of awards or recognition.TakeawaysAlaska Comics Camp is a joy-filled experience.The camp fosters community among cartoonists.Participants come from all over North America.The camp is hosted in a beautiful, pristine location.Disconnecting from technology is healing and refreshing.The camp encourages interaction between artists of all levels.Both experienced and new cartoonists teach classes.The camp runs under Chatham House rules for open discussion.Friendship and collaboration are key themes at the camp. Comic Camp fosters a unique environment for learning and sharing.Teaching at Comic Camp is driven by altruism and community spirit.Creative games enhance camaraderie and collaboration among artists.Personal stories shared at camp deepen connections between artists.The camp experience allows for genuine friendships to form quickly.Artists engage in hands-on activities that spark creativity.The isolation of the camp creates a unique bonding experience.Scholarships are available for those who may need financial assistance.The camp is a blend of professional development and personal growth.Comic Camp is considered one of the best experiences in the comics community. Your talent is undeniable, unless you're the one denying it.Stop denying yourself and embrace your creativity.Comic Lab Live is a highlight of the year for creators.Rejection is a universal experience for artists.Don't let rejection define your self-worth.Persistence is key in the world of cartooning.Awards don't determine your value as an artist.You can't let others dictate your happiness.True victory is continuing to create despite setbacks.Sometimes, not winning is a blessing in disguise.  You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive.

This week the second volume of Sarah Davidson‘s charming, fun, and educational graphic novel series Jackson’s Wilder Adventures debuts! Jackson’s Wilder Adventures is a series that helps young children look at what may sometimes be an intimidating world through the eyes of the animal kingdom. Sarah helps kids cope with things like not wanting to […]

Veteran Gay Cartoonists: In the first of two Pride themed episodes of Panel Borders, Alex Fitch talks to a pair of veteran gay cartoonists about their auto/biographical books on LGBTQIA+ history. Kate Charlesworth discusses Sensible Footwear: A Girl’s Guide published by Myriad Editions, which tells her history as a lesbian cartoonist, interwined with the history […]

Susie and Sarah are headed to a baseball game, but first Susie needs to explain the importance of safety and the precariousness of Buc Fever after a man recently fell at a game. We disuss the P Diddy sketch artist who appears to have the same talent as the recent caricaturist Sarah had, and why Sarah thinks he doesn't know how to draw people of color. We talk about the Pee Wee Herman documentary, how he came to resent the character he created, and how creativity can be a burden. Susie describes the Nathan Fielder docu-comedy series, The Rehearsal, and the way pilots could be saved through a small change in training and how the comedian is trying to save lives through updates to aviation.Listen to more podcasts like this: https://wavepodcastnetwork.comConnect with us on social media:BCP Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/braincandypodcastSusie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susiemeisterSarah's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/imsarahriceBCP on X: https://www.x.com/braincandypodSponsors:Get 25% off your first month of Ritual when you visit https://ritual.com/BRAINCANDY and add Essential Protein today.New customers can get the Liquid Lash Extensions Mascara and a mini-sized Brilliant Eye Brightener at a special set price with free shipping at https://thrivecausemetics.com/BRAINCANDYSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When medicine mixes with metaphor, what kind of healing transpires? In this unexpected meeting of minds, physician Amy Baxter shares her innovative approach to treating pain, while cartoonist Navied Mahdavian explores how he traces its deeper meaning. From punchlines to pain scales, they reveal how drawing can be diagnostic and why medicine might just need a touch more whimsy. (This conversation is part of "TED Intersections," a series featuring thought-provoking conversations between experts navigating the ideas shaping our world.)Want to help shape TED's shows going forward? Fill out our survey!Become a TED Member today at https://ted.com/join Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is it! The finale of the latest season of Doctor Who debuted this past weekend and it-was-a-doozy! This week Part-Time Fanboy scholar Barry Negrin returns to the podcast to chat with Kristian about the second half of what ended up being the final season featuring Ncuti Gatwa as The Doctor! Was this half of […]

Today's episode is sponsored by Dreamhost. The first step in owning and controlling your own work is building a website, and Dreamhost is there to make that simple, painless, and inexpensive. Go to www.Dreamhost.com/ComicLab for details.The life of a comic artist is often a solitary one. Brad and Dave discuss ways of maintaining social connections for mental health and creativity. Later, they discuss the dangers of setting an artificially low Kickstarter goal.ON TODAY'S SHOWThe lone life of a comic artistUPDATE: Susan MacTaggart's affirmationshttp://www.Dreamhost.com/comiclab for special offers on web hosting for listenersAn artist is reminded of the importance of artSetting an artificially low Kickstarter goalSUMMARYIn this episode of ComicLab, hosts Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett explore the themes of socialization and loneliness in the life of cartoonists. They share humorous anecdotes from a recent trip to San Diego Comic Con, discuss the challenges of working alone, and emphasize the importance of maintaining social connections for mental health and creativity. The conversation also touches on practical tips for finding community, engaging with other cartoonists, and the value of stepping outside one's comfort zone to meet new people. In this episode, the hosts explore the importance of socialization for cartoonists and the healing power of art. They discuss how creative spaces can foster social interaction and the necessity of getting out of the studio.The conversation shifts to the emotional impact of art, particularly in times of personal grief, highlighting how art can provide escapism and comfort. The hosts reflect on their own experiences with art as a source of healing and the responsibility of artists to connect with their audience. In this episode, Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett discuss the significance of the arts in education and the joy of discovering new authors like John Scalzi.The show ends with discussing practical strategies for running successful Kickstarter campaigns. They emphasize the importance of understanding costs, setting realistic goals, and the potential risks of lowering funding targets. The hosts also explore the concept of urgency in crowdfunding and how to engage backers effectively, including leveraging early releases and creating special offers for supporters.TAKEAWAYSCartoonists often face loneliness in their profession.Finding a balance between solitude and socialization is crucial.Social interactions can enhance creativity and humor.Engaging with other cartoonists can provide support and inspiration.Joining groups like the National Cartoonist Society can foster connections.Participating in local meetups can improve mental health.Volunteering can introduce you to diverse perspectives.Maintaining friendships is essential for personal growth.Stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to new opportunities. Cartoonists can benefit from socializing in creative spaces.Art serves as a vital escape during tough times.Engaging with the community can enhance creativity.Walking a dog can lead to unexpected social interactions.Art can be a source of emotional healing.Creativity can be a daily practice, like brewing coffee.Comics can have a profound impact on readers' lives.Doom scrolling can be countered with engaging literature.Art can help maintain mental health and balance.Every artist contributes to the larger narrative of humanity. The arts are often undervalued in education.Discovering new authors can enhance escapism.Kickstarter strategies can significantly impact success.Setting realistic funding goals is crucial.Understanding costs is essential for Kickstarter campaigns.Lowering goals can be risky and detrimental.Project We Love may not significantly boost funding.Engaging backers early can create a sense of urgency.Special offers can incentivize early support.Learning from failed campaigns is part of the process.  You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive.

This week writer Joe Corallo returns to the podcast! In June the Maverick imprint of Mad Cave Studios will be printing the second volume of Corallo’s adaptation of the nineties Saturday morning cartoon King Arthur and the Knights of Justice! This new chapter of the story reads almost like a Wrath of Khan entry in […]

Stu Heinecke shares fun and unconventional methods to reach VIPs.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) The secret behind Stu's 100% response rate 2) The master key to grabbing people's attention 3) What AI can and can't do for your outreachSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1063 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT STU — Stu Heinecke is a Wall Street Journal cartoonist, Hall of Fame-nominated marketer and author. Heinecke discovered the magic of "Contact Marketing" early in his career, when he launched a Contact Campaign to just two dozen Vice Presidents and Directors of Circulation at the big Manhattan-based magazine publishers. That tiny $100 investment resulted in a 100% response rate, launched his enterprise and brought in millions of dollars worth of business. Heinecke is the host and author of the How To Get A Meeting with Anyone podcast and blog, and founder and president of Contact, a Contact Marketing agency, and cofounder of Cartoonists.org, a coalition of famed cartoonists dedicated to raising funds for charity, while raising the profile of the cartooning art form. He lives on an island in the pristine Pacific Northwest with his wife, Charlotte, and their dog, Bo. • Book: Get the Meeting!: An Illustrative Contact Marketing Playbook • Book: How to Get a Meeting with Anyone, Updated Edition: The Untapped Selling Power of Contact Marketing • Book: How to Grow Your Business Like a Weed: A Complete Strategy for Unstoppable Growth • LinkedIn: Stu Heinecke• Website: StuHeinecke.com — RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Book: The AI Edge: Sales Strategies for Unleashing the Power of AI to Save Time, Sell More, and Crush the Competition by Jeb Blount and Anthony Iannarino • Previous episode: 503: How to Get a Meeting with Anyone with Stu Heinecke — THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/AwesomeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Send us a textScooby Panel #111 - Dive into the world of Scooby-Doo books, comic books and sketch cards as Wendy and I talk to illustrator, cartoonist and graphic designer Scott Neely. Learn about his 30 year career in the industry, 26 years drawing Scooby-Doo, including the Upper Deck Scooby-Doo sketch cards that are set to release eventually. #ScoobyDoo #Interview #podcast

Dan Nadel joins Kate Wolf and Eric Newman to speak about his new biography, Crumb: A Cartoonist's Life. The book traces the life and art of Robert Crumb, arguably the most influential cartoonist of the last half century. Crumb emerged from the world of underground comics that he helped create in the late 1960s to both mainstream fame and commercial success. But he was a reticent celebrity who often felt at odds with the hippie culture that he became so identified with. Nadel sifts through the aspects of American culture that did inspire Crumb—from Disney cartoons to pre-war comic books to old blues 78s— and also looks closely at his troubled early life and complicated family. The book also faces the misogyny and racism in much of Crumb's work and explores his long marriage to his wife and frequent collaborator, cartoonist Aline Kominsky-Crumb.

Dan Nadel joins Kate Wolf and Eric Newman to speak about his new biography, "Crumb: A Cartoonist's Life." The book traces the life and art of Robert Crumb, arguably the most influential cartoonist of the last half century. Crumb emerged from the world of underground comics that he helped create in the late 1960s to both mainstream fame and commercial success. But he was a reticent celebrity who often felt at odds with the hippie culture that he became so identified with. Nadel sifts through the aspects of American culture that did inspire Crumb—from Disney cartoons to pre-war comic books to old blues 78s— and also looks closely at his troubled early life and complicated family. The book also faces the misogyny and racism in much of Crumb's work and explores his long marriage to his wife and frequent collaborator, cartoonist Aline Kominsky-Crumb.

Just when you thought it was over…we’re back with more Damn Dirty Apes episodes! When the producer of the original Planet of the Apes film series passed away, his production company sold the rights to 20th Century Fox Studios. Stuck with the rights to a film franchise that had diminishing returns, 20th Century Fox decided […]

Now that comic creators are returning to websites, SEO (search engine optimization) is once again a hot topic. We'll talk about methods to help search engines index comics. Also, if Brad and Dave were to design a four-year degree for cartoonists, what classes would be on the curriculum?Today's showSEO for webcomicsShould you use alt text on social media posts?Susan MacTaggart's personal affirmationUPDATE: Comiclab Live stage show at the NCS conference, Aug. 14-16UPDATE: Apple loses its 30% cash grabUPDATE: Superfan Ray Michels does it againWhat would Dave and Brad's comics BFA degree include?SummaryIn this episode, Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar discuss the importance of SEO for comic creators, particularly in 2025, highlighting best practices for optimizing webcomics. The episode concludes with practical tips for improving website performance and audience engagement through effective content strategies. In the mid-show updates, Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar promote their upcoming ComicLab LIVE stage show at the NCS convention in August, examine the implications of Apple's recent court loss, and thank superfan Ray Michaels for updating Dave Kellett's Wikipedia page.In the second half, they explore what an ideal art degree for cartoonists might look like, emphasizing the balance between craft and business education. They discuss the ideal curriculum for aspiring comic artists, focusing on creative writing, business skills, art techniques, and the importance of real-world experience. They explore various classes that would benefit students, including humor writing, long-form storytelling, digital tools, and color theory. The discussion emphasizes the need for a well-rounded education that combines artistic skills with practical knowledge to prepare students for a successful career in comics.TakeawaysSEO is crucial for comic creators to reach their audience.Transcripts can enhance SEO and accessibility for comics.Alt text is essential for improving search engine visibility.Optimizing image metadata can boost website performance.Creating a 'Start Here' page can guide new readers effectively.Regularly updating meta descriptions can improve SEO rankings.Engaging with your audience through alt text can enhance their experience.Content creation should be efficient and serve multiple purposes.SEO tactics can often be misleading and should be approached with caution.Linking to other webcomics can create a supportive community.Quality content is more important than SEO for attracting readers.Personal affirmations can provide motivation and encouragement.Events like the Reuben weekend are valuable for networking in the comic community.Recent legal victories can benefit creators financially on platforms like Patreon.Understanding analytics is crucial for independent artists.Business courses should be a core part of an art degree for cartoonists.Branding and legal knowledge are essential for success in the comic industry.Grant writing can be a valuable skill for artists seeking funding.A creative writing class specifically for comics is essential.Rhetoric and composition should be included in the curriculum.Understanding humor is crucial for all writers, not just humorists.Long-form storytelling should be taught with a focus on serialization.Art classes should cover visual storytelling and mark-making techniques.A history of mixed media communication is important for understanding comics.Digital tools and their applications should be part of the curriculum.Color theory and management are vital for storytelling in comics.Internships provide valuable real-world experience for students.A well-rounded curriculum should balance art, writing, and business skills.Brad's Comics BFAThis is Brad Guigar's wishlist for a full 4-year BFA-style degree for comics creators, assuming a 120-credit hour program, broken down into approximately 40 classes (3 credits each). I've grouped them by category and semester.YEAR 1 – FoundationFall SemesterIntro to Visual Storytelling (Art)Creative Writing for Comics I (Writing)Foundations of Marketing (Business)Composition & Rhetoric (Gen Ed)Digital Tools for Creatives (Art/Tech)Spring SemesterDrawing for Sequential Art (Art)Creative Writing for Comics II (Writing) Entrepreneurship 101 (Business) Intro to Media Studies (Gen Ed)Social Media Strategy (Business)YEAR 2 – Skill BuildingFall SemesterNarrative Structure & Pacing (Writing)Lettering & Typography (Art)Branding for Creators (Business)  Art History for Comic Artists (Gen Ed/Art History)Accounting & Taxes for Freelancers (Business) Spring SemesterPanel Layout & Visual Flow (Art)Character Development & Dialogue (Writing) Marketing Campaigns & Analytics (Business) Legal Issues in Creative Careers (Business) Psychology of Storytelling (Writing/Gen Ed) YEAR 3 – Integration & Professional PrepFall SemesterWriting humor (Writing) Coloring (Art)Crowdfunding & Direct Sales (Business) The Comic Industry: History & Trends (Gen Ed/Art History)Pitching & Proposal Writing (Business/Writing) Spring SemesterAdvanced Sequential Storytelling (Art)Long-Form Storytelling & Serialization (Writing) Client & Commission Work (Business)Internship or Industry Mentorship (Business)Elective: Animation, Game Art, or PodcastingYEAR 4 – Capstone & LaunchFall SemesterCapstone Project Planning (Writing/Art)Publishing & Distribution Models (Business)Teaching & Workshops for Creators (Business)Grant Writing & Residencies (Business/Writing)  Elective: Zines, Erotic Comics, or Experimental FormsSpring SemesterCapstone Execution & Exhibition (Writing/Art)Webcomic Design & User Experience (Art/Tech)Pre-Press (Art/Tech)Collaborative Studio Project (All)Exit Interview & Career Planning (Business) You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive.

Today's show is sponsored by Dreamhost. The first step in owning and controlling your own work is creating a website, and Brad and Dave have relied on Dreamhost for years. Check out Dreamhost.com/comiclab to find out how you can lock in a rate of $2.59/month for three years!Every beginning cartoonist agonizes over drawing eyes! Why is that — and while we're at it, what's the right way to do it? Next, we'll talk about why we hate anthologies, and answer a listener who suspects his webhost is throttling his traffic.Today's showHow to draw eyesSusan MacTaggart's personal affirmationDreamhostAnthologies"Is my host blocking my traffic??"SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar explore the nuances of cartooning, focusing on the art of drawing eyes and the importance of expressiveness in comics. They share personal anecdotes, discuss the evolution of their styles, and provide valuable insights for aspiring cartoonists. The discussion highlights the balance between maintaining a unique style and adapting to the needs of storytelling, emphasizing that style often emerges from solving artistic challenges over time. In this conversation, Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett explore various aspects of comic art, including the importance of flexibility in artistic style, the significance of character-specific design choices, and the challenges associated with comic anthologies. They emphasize the need for experimentation in developing a unique style and the forgiving nature of comics as a medium. The discussion also touches on personal affirmations, sponsorships, and the humorous dynamics between the hosts. In this conversation, Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett delve into the complexities of anthologies in the comic industry, discussing the dynamics of collaboration, the challenges faced by creators, and the reader's perspective on anthologies. They also touch on the importance of portfolio sites and the misconceptions surrounding web traffic and SEO. The discussion highlights the frustrations and joys of comic creation, emphasizing the need for professionalism and the impact of collaboration on the final product.TakeawaysThe way eyes are drawn can significantly impact a character's expressiveness.Cartoonists often obsess over how to draw eyes more than other features.Style in cartooning is often discovered in hindsight, not planned.Using simple eye representations can be effective in storytelling.Different expressions can be conveyed through variations in eye design.It's important to adapt eye styles based on the emotional context of the scene.The dot is a versatile starting point for drawing eyes in comics.Cartooning styles can evolve significantly over time.  Comics allow for flexibility and experimentation in art.Don't lock yourself into a specific style too early.Your artistic style will evolve over time.Character design should reflect the moment and emotion.Comics can be forgiving in terms of artistic rules.Anthologies can be challenging due to varying contributor commitment.It's important to find what works best for your characters.Trust your instincts and do what looks best in the moment. Anthologies often succeed when creators are in a specific career stage.The dynamics of collaboration can lead to frustration in anthologies.Reader experiences with anthologies can vary widely.Portfolio sites serve a different purpose than high-traffic sites.SEO may not be the primary issue for low traffic on portfolio sites.Social media can drive traffic to portfolio sites effectively.The quality of contributions in anthologies can greatly affect the overall product.Professionalism and deadlines are crucial in collaborative projects.The importance of having a clear theme in anthologies is often overlooked.Creatives should focus on their own work rather than anthologies.   You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive.

Adam Rose is a comic book writer with a flair for original ideas. In his book, Huge Detective (published by Titan Comics) giants awaken from an age old sleep and go to war with normal sized humans. In the aftermath of the conflict, the giants (called “The Huge”) and humans come to a detente and […]

Hometown Radio 05/22/25 3:30p: Cartoonist Kane Lynch shares his new book

Author and curator Dan Nadel is a hero of mine and a bit of a renaissance man. He was the publisher of the brilliant and influential PictureBox for decades and was a champion of much of what Juxtapoz was founded on but took it to a whole new level of intricate historical research and creating a voice of record for so many artists who time wasn't given them a needle to etch their name in the vinyl, so to speak. We are talking comic book legends, graphic novelists, outsider artists who might have created some of the most recognizable art of the 20th century that the history books hadn't given the full retrospective for. And Dan was going to do it. This year in paricular, Dan is busy. From publishing his newest book, Crumb: A Cartoonist's Life on the career and life of the controversial figura that is Robert Crumb, to co-curator for Sixties Surreal, a rethinking survey the art history of the 1960s at the Whitney Museum of American Art (opening September 24, 2025) and Curator-at-Large for Geroge Lucas' new Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, we had a lot to catch up on The Unibrow's Radio Juxtapoz podcast. We talk about undergrround comic's new resurgence into contemporary art, the making of the Crumb biography and the incredibly pivotal moment of KAWS' collection show at the Drawing Center in 2024.But more than that, I got to speak with someone I admire on his dedication to print, to words, to creating narratives in a world that needs to understand it's visual history. —Evan PriccoThe Unibrow's Radio Juxtapoz podcast⁠ is hosted by Juxtapoz editor, ⁠⁠⁠Evan Pricco⁠⁠⁠. Episode 165 was recorded in Los Angeles and Brooklyn on May 14th, 2025.

Okay, let's say Paula wants to keep entertaining people, but at a distance. Could she make it as a cartoonist? “New Yorker” cartoonist and author Tom Toro is here to sketch out that scenario. And then we confuse you (and ourselves) with the return of the Poundstone Riddle Invitational! GUEST Tom Toro tomtoro.com Crocodiles Need Friends Too HOUSE BAND Julene Yanez SPONSORS Head to helixsleep.com/paula now to shop the Helix Memorial Day Sale: you'll get a huge 27% off sitewide, plus a FREE Bedding Bundle—that's a Sheet Set and Mattress Protector—when you order any Luxe or Elite mattress. This episode is sponsored by/brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/PAULA and get on your way to being your best self. Visit betterhelp.com/PAULA to get 10% off your first month. Start the new year off right with Honeylove. Get 20% OFF by going to honeylove.com/PAULA! #honeylovepod Get 15% off OneSkin with the code PAULA at https://www.oneskin.co/  #oneskinpod Go to quince.com/nobody for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five-day returns.  Go to prettylitter.com/paula to save twenty percent on your FIRST order and get a free cat toy. Get started at factormeals.com/paula50off and use code paula50off to get 50 percent off plus FREE shipping on your first box. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Amy Kurzweil is a cartoonist and graphic memoirist whose latest book is Artificial: A Love Story. She previously authored Flying Couch: A Graphic Memoir, and you can find her cartoons in The New Yorker. Co-hosts: Jonathan Friedmann & Joey Angel-Field Producer-engineer: Mike Tomren Artificial: A Love Storyhttps://books.catapult.co/books/artificial/ Amy's Websitehttps://amykurzweil.com/ Amy's TED Talkhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G37VO1yeVEo Amusing Jews Merch Storehttps://www.amusingjews.com/merch#!/ Subscribe to the Amusing Jews podcasthttps://www.spreaker.com/show/amusing-jews Adat Chaverim – Congregation for Humanistic Judaism, Los Angeleshttps://www.humanisticjudaismla.org/ Jewish Museum of the American Westhttps://www.jmaw.org/ Atheists United Studioshttps://www.atheistsunited.org/au-studios

5/19/25: N'hmpt Art Council's Steve Sanderson w/ student performer—live in studio: the Bow Bow Bash. Megan Zinn w/ New Yorker cartoonist & author Harry Bliss: "You Can Never Die." Ehmptn Mayor Nicole LaChapelle: a secret sauce for a sustainable budget? Ron Fitzsimmons, Ex Dir of Alice's Kids, and Jo Newman on Alice's Kids.

Today's show is sponsored by Dreamhost. The first step in owning and controlling your own work is creating a website, and Brad and Dave have relied on Dreamhost for years. Check out Dreamhost.com/comiclab to find out how you can lock in a rate of $2.59/month for three years!Your social media profile needs to answer three questions clearly: Who are you? What do you do? And why should I care? If you're wasting time being cute, you're missing out of opportunities. Also, the NCS releases the nominees for Outstanding Cartoonist of the Year, and a person hired to illustrate a children's book faces a tough question from the writer: How do we sell this thing??Today's ShowBranding on your social media profileSusan MacTaggartShow sponsor: Dreamhost dreamhost.com/comiclabUPDATE: NCS Outstanding Cartoonist nominationsWe made the book... now what?"Have we ever considered not doing free content?SummaryIn this conversation, Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett discuss the importance of branding for cartoonists on social media, emphasizing the need for clear communication in profiles. The conversation wraps up with insights on navigating new platforms like Bluesky and the importance of straightforward messaging in promoting one's work. They discuss the evolving nature of social media presence, and the value of reliable hosting services like DreamHost. They also engage in a light-hearted personal affirmation segment and provide updates from the National Cartoonist Society. The conversation culminates in practical advice for illustrators on how to sell their work, emphasizing the importance of understanding one's role in the creative process. In this episode, Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett discuss the importance of branding in book promotion, the exploration of new intellectual properties (IP) for original graphic novels, and the value of audience engagement and product testing in the creative process. They also touch on the resurgence of physical media in a digital age, emphasizing that quality content will always find an audience.TakeawaysBranding is crucial for self-publishing cartoonists.Social media profiles should clearly state who you are.Consistency is more important than creativity on social media.Cartoonists often struggle with self-promotion due to imposter syndrome.Blue Sky may not have the same algorithmic restrictions as other platforms.Direct communication is key in branding and marketing.It's okay to promote your work without feeling like you're bragging. Put some of the creative thought into solving business problems.This change is 100% not permanent.You can change it tomorrow.We're big fans of DreamHost.This is the perfect opportunity for you.A 97-day money back guarantee.You are a limitless well of creativity.This is not your job, Jay.You should run as far away from him as you can.Your job is to use the book to promote Jay. Your job is to use the book to promote your next gig.Selling books, marketing books, promoting books, that's not Jay's brand.The responsibility of selling this book is not your job.This is a time management issue.You can use this to get to the next stage in your career.We have both done this with IP that the world has never seen.You'd better have previews and sample images that look incredible.People will absolutely buy that thing because they know it's good.People will buy your book. Absolutely.You can absolutely make that work. You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon$2 — Early access to episodes$5 — Submit a question for possible use on the show AND get the exclusive ProTips podcast. Plus $2-tier rewards.If you'd like a one-on-one consultation about your comic, book it now!Brad Guigar is the creator of Evil Inc and the author of The Webcomics Handbook. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive.

April 30th marked 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War. The war looms large in U.S. culture— it’s been the subject of countless books and movies. These works have often focused on American soldiers, but not so much on the experiences of everyday Vietnamese people living through the war. Artist and writer Thi Bui’s 2017 bestselling graphic memoir The Best We Could Do started as an attempt to change that. It tells her family’s story of living through the war and ultimately leaving her birth country to come to the United States. More recently, Thi co-edited an issue of the literary journal McSweeney's featuring work by artists from the Vietnamese diaspora. She talks to us about both those projects and reflects on her experiences as a mother. GUESTS: Thi Bui: cartoonist, writer and artist. She’s author of the bestselling and award-winning graphic memoir, The Best We Could Do. Most recently she co-edited an issue of the literary journal McSweeney’s that was released to mark 50 years since the end of the Vietnam War. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cartoonist and editor Sammy Harkham, author of the recent and critically acclaimed graphic novel Blood of the Virgin, joins hosts Harry and Daniel to discuss the 1973 cult classic horror film, Messiah of Evil, co-directed by Willard Huyck and Gloria Katz. A 70s era stylized West Coast horror, the movie has acquired a cult following and is credited as one of the conceptual forbearers of the modern zombie film.They discuss the movie's aesthetic successes in spite of, or perhaps because of, its extremely limited budget. They explore themes of the tension between community and identity, the banality of emotionless evil, and argue some Jewish readings of the film's conception of its Messianic ideas.Purchase Sammy's BookFollow Sammy Harkham on InstagramMessiah of Evil Movie TrailerMessiah of Evil on IMDbConnect with Jews on Film online:Jews on Film Merch - https://jews-on-film.printify.me/productsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/jewsonfilm/Twitter - https://twitter.com/jewsonfilmpodYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@jewsonfilmTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@jewsonfilmpod

it’s the halfway point of the latest season of Doctor Who! This year, due to unfortunate circumstances, the Part-Time Fanboy conclave couldn’t get together to chat about the premier episode of season two/fifteen/forty-one…so we’re here to do a mid-series catch up! PTF Doctor Who scholar Barry Negrin joins the podcast once again to chat about […]

World-renowned political cartoonist Dwayne Booth, more commonly known as Mr. Fish, has found himself in the crosshairs of the new McCarthyist assault on free expression and higher education. While employed as a lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania, Booth became a target of Zionist and pro-Israel critics, and his work became a flashpoint of controversy in the months leading up to his firing in March. Facing charges that certain cartoons contained anti-Semitic tropes, J. Larry Jameson, interim president of the University of Pennsylvania, denounced Booth's illustrations as “reprehensible.” In a statement about his firing, Booth writes: “The reality – and something that, unfortunately, is not unique to Penn – is that colleges and universities nationwide have been way too complicit with the largely Republican-led efforts to target students and faculty members engaged in any and all speech rendered in support of trans/black/immigrant, and women's rights, free speech, the independent press, academic freedom, and medical research – speech that also voices bold criticism of right-wing nationalism, genocide, apartheid, fascism, and specifically the Israeli assault on Palestine.”In this special edition of The Marc Steiner Show, Marc sits down with Booth in the TRNN studio in Baltimore to discuss the events that led to his firing, the purpose and effects of political art, and how to respond to the repressive crackdown on art and dissent as genocide is unfolding and fascism is rising. Producer: Rosette SewaliStudio Production / Video Post-Production: Cameron Granadino Audio Post-Production: Alina NehlichHelp TRNN continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterFollow us on BlueskyLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

World-renowned political cartoonist Dwayne Booth, more commonly known as Mr. Fish, has found himself in the crosshairs of the new McCarthyist assault on free expression and higher education. While employed as a lecturer at the University of Pennsylvania, Booth became a target of Zionist and pro-Israel critics, and his work became a flashpoint of controversy in the months leading up to his firing in March. Facing charges that certain cartoons contained anti-Semitic tropes, J. Larry Jameson, interim president of the University of Pennsylvania, denounced Booth's illustrations as “reprehensible.” In a statement about his firing, Booth writes: “The reality – and something that, unfortunately, is not unique to Penn – is that colleges and universities nationwide have been way too complicit with the largely Republican-led efforts to target students and faculty members engaged in any and all speech rendered in support of trans/black/immigrant, and women's rights, free speech, the independent press, academic freedom, and medical research – speech that also voices bold criticism of right-wing nationalism, genocide, apartheid, fascism, and specifically the Israeli assault on Palestine.”In this special edition of The Marc Steiner Show, Marc sits down with Booth in the TRNN studio in Baltimore to discuss the events that led to his firing, the purpose and effects of political art, and how to respond to the repressive crackdown on art and dissent as genocide is unfolding and fascism is rising. Producer: Rosette SewaliStudio Production / Video Post-Production: Cameron Granadino Audio Post-Production: Alina NehlichHelp TRNN continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Sign up for our newsletterFollow us on BlueskyLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast

Whenever we bring the Maryland Krab Kake Tour to Koco's Pub, we recruit our lifer pal and sage sports cartoonist Ricig as the Ko-Host to sort of the world of Baltimore news and views. This week, we attempt to make sense of the Orioles' pitching and the Ravens' zero tolerance policy. The post Our sports cartoonist Ricig attempts to make sense of Orioles pitching and Ravens zero tolerance policy with Nestor first appeared on Baltimore Positive WNST.

When cartoonist Harry Bliss lost his dog of 17 years, Penny, he realized in his grief that he wanted to take stock of his life. The result is a new graphic memoir, You Can Never Die, featuring his many illustrations of Penny, journal entries, reflections on his often dysfunctional family and his career.Bliss will be in conversation with New Yorker cartoon editor Emma Allen at P&T Knitwear on April 30 at 6:30.

Today on Vermont Edition, the celebrated cartoonist Harry Bliss discusses his new graphic memoir, You Can Never Die. It's about his life, his relationship with his dog Penny, and his grief over her death. We'll learn about his successful cartooning career with the New Yorker and collaborating with the comedian Steve Martin.Plus: April is National Poetry Month. For the final installment of our April poetry series, we'll talk with Sarah Audsley of Johnson. Her poetry often reflects her experiences as a Korean American adoptee living in Vermont.

"A picture is worth a thousand words." It's a well-worn phrase but there is special resonance when applied to editorial cartoons, a centuries-old tradition that is evolving as the media landscape itself does. Senior arts correspondent Jeffrey Brown takes a closer look for our series, Art in Action, exploring the intersection of art and democracy and our arts and culture series, CANVAS. PBS News is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

We are thrilled to welcome New Yorker Cartoonist Harry Bliss, author of the forthcoming graphic memoir You Can Never Die. Beautifully illustrated and written with extraordinary depth of feeling and honesty, the book centers Harry's love for his dog, Penny, and grief over her loss. Every page brings a smile, a laugh, a tear, and more often than not all three. For more about Harry's book & links to purchase: https://celadonbooks.com/book/you-can-never-die/Tour dates & info: https://celadonbooks.com/news/join-harry-bliss-on-tour-for-his-new-memoir/Reach Ken at kenddv@gmail.com, Nancy at nancysaxtonlopez@gmail.com.A new way to support our work: To read our email correspondence with listeners and see photos of their beloved animal companions subscribe at https://petlosscompanionconversations.substack.com (a $5/month subscription fee applies).You may also support our work on this podcast with a one-time gift: Venmo @Ken-Dolan-DelVecchio or ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ (https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/kenddv?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US)We are happy to announce our affiliation with Bereave, a company that offers beautifully crafted granite pet memorial plaques. When you purchase one of their plaques using the link that follows you are also supporting our podcast. https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2399618&u=3798931&m=141340&urllink=&afftrack=To support this podcast with a monthly subscription: https://anchor.fm/kenneth-dolan-del-vecchio/support⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Pet Loss Companion (book) on Amazon⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Loss-Companion-Healing-Therapists/dp/1484918266/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=pet+loss+companion&qid=1612535894&sr=8-3mpa...⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To subscribe on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602 (and hit the "subscribe" button)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠To RSVP for the next cost-free zoom pet loss support group facilitated by Ken ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.dakinhumane.org/petlossThis program is a friend of Dakin Humane Society in Springfield, Mass. Dakin is a 501 (c) (3) community-supported animal welfare organization that provides shelter, medical care, spay/neuter services, and behavioral rehabilitation for more than 20,000 animals and people each year. Since its inception in 1969, Dakin has become one of the most recognized nonprofit organizations in central Massachusetts and a national leader in animal welfare. You can learn more about Dakin and make a donation at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dakinhumane.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.For a list of financial resources to help with payment for veterinary care visit the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠community tab on our YouTube channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: https://www.youtube.com/@thepetlosscompanion6602/community and note the addition of  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://get.scratchpay.com/veterinary

Cartoonist, author, and mayor enthusiast Mattie Lubchanksy rejoins Riley, Nova, and Hussein to talk about the continuing war on the creative industries being waged by AI - including Meta's great book heist, the Studio Ghibli-fication of fascist imagery, and OpenAI's attempt to write literary fiction. Pre-order Mattie's book SIMPLICITY here! Get the full episode on Patreon here! *MILO ALERT* Check out Milo's tour dates here: https://miloedwards.co.uk/live-shows Trashfuture are: Riley (@raaleh), Milo (@Milo_Edwards), Hussein (@HKesvani), Nate (@inthesedeserts), and November (@postoctobrist)

Moving to Mars has always been an out-of-this-world idea, but it's not as far-fetched as one may think. Suppose you are prepared to take the nine-month journey to the Red Planet, Cartoonist and co-author of A City on Mars, Zach Weinersmith explores why moving away from Earth is desirable and what it'll take to set up a functioning society to cohabitate with the Mars rover.  Follow Kennedy on Twitter: @KennedyNation Kennedy Now Available on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4311mhD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices