Podcasts about cartoonists

How to fix today's epidemic of loneliness? For the New Yorker cartoonist and author Sophie Lucido Johnson, the answer involves both pigeons and polyamory. As she argues in her brand new book, Kin: The Future of Family, Johnson provides the tools to forge kinship in everything from asking for help on a grocery run, to choosing to have roommates later in life to combat loneliness, to living in modern day “mommunes” of single mothers sharing bills and responsibilities. And the pigeons and polyamory? Johnson draws on pigeon behavior—how pair-bonded birds navigate home more successfully than solitary ones—as a metaphor for human interdependence. Her own polyamorous life, detailed in her popular 2018 memoir Many Love, exemplifies her broader argument: that intentional, non-traditional relationship structures can provide a much richer web of connectivity than the isolated nuclear family. So the future of family goes way beyond traditional family. It's pigeons, polyamory and mommunes. * The nuclear family is historically recent and economically failing. Johnson argues the isolated two-parent household is a post-industrial phenomenon—barely 150 years old—that leaves people emotionally and financially overburdened.* Loneliness is deadlier than obesity or alcoholism. Research shows chronic loneliness increases mortality more than smoking 15 cigarettes daily, primarily because isolated people lack support networks to catch health crises early.* Small acts of connection matter as much as close relationships. “Loose ties”—knowing your neighbors' names, chatting at the grocery store—provide significant mental health benefits. Johnson advocates borrowing a bundt pan from a neighbor instead of ordering from Amazon.* Polyamory isn't just about sex—it's about intentional kinship. Johnson's polyamorous practice means cultivating multiple committed relationships with extensive communication, creating a web of support that nuclear families can't provide alone.* We need new language for chosen family. Johnson proposes “kin” for people who are more than friends but outside traditional family structures—roommates, co-parents in “mommunes,” neighbors who share resources—arguing blood ties shouldn't define our primary support networks.* Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

Clay Adams and David Schrader are a pair of creatives who make up the production company Bloodline Pictures. Over the past several years they have had lots of success crowdfunding their horror anthology series, Nightmare Theater, as well as a host of other Kickstarter projects. Their latest project, debuting on Kickstarter on November 18th, is […]

Bill DeMain has been creating and evolving for decades. A prolific songwriter, music journalist, walking tour guide, and one half of the pop duo Swan Dive, he's still not slowing down. In fact, during the pandemic, he added yet another career to his résumé: cartoonist.

Hosts Ted Rall and Scott Stantis chat with and showcase the work of conservative editorial cartoonist Chip Bok. Chip Bok draws editorial cartoons for Creators Syndicate, syndicating his work to over 150 newspapers worldwide. A Copley News Service alum since 1985, he crafts biting commentary on politics, society, and pop culture from his Akron Beacon Journal perch. Bok's style blends sharp wit with intricate detail, earning him accolades like the 2017 Clifford K. & James T. Berryman Award for Editorial Cartooning. He authored The Book of Bok: The Illustrated Guide to the American Presidency and exhibits globally. Beyond ink, Bok lectures on visual journalism and mentors young artists, pushing boundaries in a digital age. His cartoons fearlessly skewer both sides, blending humor with hard truths to spark debate.Support the showThe DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrallWeb: Rall.com

Hosts Ted Rall and Scott Stantis chat with and showcase the work of conservative editorial cartoonist Chip Bok. Chip Bok draws editorial cartoons for Creators Syndicate, syndicating his work to over 150 newspapers worldwide. A Copley News Service alum since 1985, he crafts biting commentary on politics, society, and pop culture from his Akron Beacon Journal perch. Bok's style blends sharp wit with intricate detail, earning him accolades like the 2017 Clifford K. & James T. Berryman Award for Editorial Cartooning. He authored The Book of Bok: The Illustrated Guide to the American Presidency and exhibits globally. Beyond ink, Bok lectures on visual journalism and mentors young artists, pushing boundaries in a digital age. His cartoons fearlessly skewer both sides, blending humor with hard truths to spark debate.Support the showThe DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrallWeb: Rall.com

Dr. Edgar Ramos, Lee Woods, and Tad discuss the pure joy that is Raina Telgemeier and Scott McCloud's The Cartoonists Club.

Greg Walker, son of famous cartoonist Mort Walker drops by to chat about the new book out called 75 Years Of Smiles commemorating Mort Walker's long and dedicated commitment to cartooning!Greg Walker studied at Syracuse University and has worked in film, commercial photography, newspapers and graphic arts. He started his cartooning career writing and drawing comic books, including such well-know titles as Rocky and Bullwinkle, Barney and Betty Rubble, Underdog, Sarge Snorkel and Beetle Bailey. He began providing gags to his father's strips in the early 1970's and, in addition to writing, currently does the inking and lettering on Beetle Bailey. In the 1980's, Greg also collaborated with Guy and Brad Gilchrist on the Rock Channel comic strip and with brothers Brian, Neal and Morgan on Betty Boop and Felix!About the book Beetle Bailey: 75 Years Of SmilesOld cartoonists never die. They just erase away...' This was one of Mort Walker's favorite sayings, and until his final days, he lived by his motto, engaging millions of readers through his beloved comics. Walker had the longest tenure of any cartoonist on his original creation in the history of comics. He produced Beetle Bailey for 67 years, 3 months and 12 days - that's 24,576 strips. He penciled his last week of daily strips on December 16, 2017. Beetle Bailey: 75 Years Of Smiles is a coffee table retrospective commemorating Mort Walker's long and dedicated commitment to cartooning, spotlighting the anniversary of his most popular and beloved creation. In addition to the 75 Sunday pages reproduced from color syndicate proofs, 135 daily and Sunday strips scanned from original artwork, and close to 200 additional images, this beautifully designed volume, impeccably researched and written by his son Brian, also includes rare photographs, historic debut character appearances, syndicate promotional materials, posters, merchandise, personal drawings and memorabilia from the family archives, as well as biographical sketches and anecdotes. Dubbed 'The Dean of American Cartooning,' Walker was one of the most prolific cartoonists in the comics business, with the creation of nine different syndicated strips during his lifetime, including Beetle Bailey, one of the most widely syndicated strips in the world. Beetle Bailey remains a popular feature in newspapers today and is currently produced by his sons Greg, Brian and Neal.

Eli Valley is a critically acclaimed political cartoonist whose latest book is Museum of Degenerates: Portraits of the American Grotesque. Co-hosts: Jonathan Friedmann & Joey Angel-Field Producer-engineer: Mike Tomren Eli's websitehttps://www.elivalley.com/ Museum of Degenerateshttps://orbooks.com/catalog/museum-of-degenerates/ Diaspora Boyhttps://orbooks.com/catalog/diaspora-boy/ 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

Beim Deutschen Karikaturenpreis hat Piero Masztalerz Gold gewonnen: für seine Karikatur „Abwarten“, mit der er Naivität und Untätigkeit beim Verteidigen der Demokratie anprangert. Von der Auszeichnung wurde er völlig überrascht, erzählt er. Müller, Paulus www.deutschlandfunk.de, Corso

Happy Halloween! During the month of October Part-Time Fanboy continued its tradition of chatting about horror films during the Halloween season! Every week this month, Part-Time Fanboy welcomed some of their favorite indie creators to pick one of their favorite spooky movies and chat about them on the podcast! This week, we had a special treat leading up to the […]

Unser Pflegealltag kann mehr als nur ernst sein, oder? In unserem beruflichen Alltag können wir schmunzeln, lachen und auch nachdenken. In dieser besonderen Halloween-Folge ist Bastian Klamke zu Gast. Er ist Krankenpfleger, Cartoonist und wir sprechen darüber, wie Humor und gezeichnete Cartoons den Pflegealltag bereichern, Tabus brechen und sogar zur Pflegebildung beitragen. Freu dich auf inspirierende Einblicke, witzige Anekdoten in diesem Sinne – einfach weiter Podcast hören, eure Francesca!

For this week's Fascinating Ohio, we're talking to a well-known cartoonist, someone whose work has been exposed to audiences both nationally and internationally and an author who is reflecting on the experiences of the younger generation.

Cartoonist and comedian, Greg Nussbaum joins us on the second half of the podcast this week. Greg is a fairly new cartoonist, his first cartoon in the New Yorker was in the Dec. 2, 2024 issue. Since then, he has had one other cartoon and a Daily published.Greg is also a standup comedian. You can see him performing around Brooklyn and Manhattan. We talk about his "baby raised by firetrucks" routine during the podcast and if you want to see the image we talk about, you can find it on the podcast facebook page:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075679507023You can check out his growth as a cartoonist on his instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/gegnussbaum/You can also buy some of his merch (with prints coming soon) at:https://geg.threadless.com There was a problem with Greg's audio initially, but we got it cleaned up by the 13 minute mark.On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss the current contests:Winning captions for New Yorker contest #962 (Tentacly, I'm the pilot)Finalists for contest #964 (Bearly caught out)Current New Yorker contest #966 (What is the root, root, root cause?)We also talk about our favorite cartoons from the current issue of the New Yorker.You can buy original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons:https://www.curatedcartoons.comDig deep into the New Yorker cartoon caption contest data at:https://wordsbelow.app Send us questions or comments to:  Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com

For this week's Fascinating Ohio, we're talking to a well-known cartoonist, someone whose work has been exposed to audiences both nationally and internationally and an author who is reflecting on the experiences of the younger generation.

Bob Eckstein, an award-winning writer, illustrator, and cartoonist, discusses his latest book, 'Footnotes from the World's Greatest Museums.' He shares his motivation for delving into museums and highlights the diverse range of museums featured in the book. Bob emphasizes the user-friendly nature of the book, catering to a wide audience beyond art lovers. He also talks about the power of art to move and inspire, sharing personal experiences from his visits to museums. Bob reflects on his career as a cartoonist and the challenges he faced, as well as his passion for writing and teaching. FOLLOW HARMONYTALK PODCAST @harmonytalkpodcast Join Our Mailing List: https://www.harmonytalkpodcast.com/signup Instagram: https://instagram.com/harmonytalkpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/harmonytalkpodcast YouTube: https://youtube.com/@HarmonyTALKPodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/harmonytalkpodcast https://harmonytalkpodcast.com/ Follow Host, Lisa Champeau: https://www.instagram.com/lisachampeau/ Email harmonytalkpodcast@gmail.com for sponsorship and guest opportunities! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's October! During the month of October Part-Time Fanboy continues its tradition of chatting about horror films during the Halloween season! Every week this month, Part-Time Fanboy welcomes some of their favorite indie creators to pick one of their favorite spooky movies and chat about it on the podcast! This week, we have a special treat leading up to the […]

In the October Roundup, Iurgi and Luke start by talking about the treaty going ahead in Victoria and their love o f horror. 4:40 Luke gives a rundown of what's happened this month06:24 Iurgi and Luke discuss their recent reads:Iurgi: The Knives by Ed Brubaker and Sean PhilipsGodzilla: Skate or Die by Louie Joyce The Veracity Trap by Chip Kidd, Michael ChoThe Hunger and the Dusk by G Willow Wilson, Chris WildgooseLuke: Fragments of Horror by Junji ItoGinseng Roots by Craig ThompsonRe reading Harrow Country by Cullen Bunn and artist Tyler Crook18:16 Iurgi talks about the recent Graphic Narratives Symposium at Melbourne University22:43 Conversation moves to news:The Oatmeal's comic: A Cartoonist's Review of AI ArtBoth Marvel and DC speak up against AI and Jim Lee delivers some beautiful words at NYCCHumanoids files for bankruptcy in the U.S.75th Anniversary of PeanutsShortBox Comics Fair41:08 New titles out this month:Two new titles by Australian creators: Making Nonfiction Comics: A Guide for Graphic Narrative by Eleri Harris, Sarah Shay Mirk (Abrams ComicArts)The Past Is a Grotesque Animal by Tommi Parrish (Fantagraphics)Iurgi:Asterix in Lusitania by Jean-Yves Ferri, René Goscinny, Albert Uderzo, and Didier Conrad (Papercutz)Angelica and the Bear Prince by Trung Le Nguyen (Random House)Luke:The Essential Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz (Abrams ComicArts)Adorable Empire By: Laura Terry (Scholastic)Kamudo, Vol. 1 by Akira Himekawa (VIZ Media) Astral Panic by Katie Hicks (Flying Eye Books)My Life in 24 Frames per Second by Rintaro (Abrams ComicArts)The Space Between The Trees by Norm Konyu (Titan Books) To stay up to date and for the full roundup of news, resources and new titles visit our website: https://graphic.alia.org.au/The ALIA Graphic Groove Theme 2025 courtesy of Clint Owen Ellis https://www.clintowenellis.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's October! During the month of October Part-Time Fanboy continues its tradition of chatting about horror films during the Halloween season! Every week this month, Part-Time Fanboy welcomes some of their favorite indie creators to pick one of their favorite spooky movies and chat about it on the podcast! This week, we have a special treat leading up to the […]

Cartoonist-playwright-filmmaker Dean Haspiel rejoins the show for the homestretch of his new Kickstarter, ANTIMATTER (finishing Nov. 3, 2025), and brings his studio mate Whitney Matheson along to talk about her new story collection, THE FEELING. We talk about how Dino got the idea for a one-man anthology to contain all the characters & stories of his Dino-verse, new models for funding creative projects, and how promotion can be tough when you accidentally get banned on Instagram. They give me creative advice to help me get through my own book project, talk about their lessons from crowdfunding and self-publishing, and come up with a great idea for a new book, while we cope with some technical difficulties. Follow Dean on Instagram, support his Substack, and buy stuff on his Etsy, and follow Whitney on Instagram, support her Substack, and buy stuff on her Etsy • More info at our site • Support The Virtual Memories Show via Stripe, Patreon, or Paypal, and subscribe to our e-newsletter

Brad thinks Kickstarter is the right place to go for a Brazilian cartoonist who wants to have his work re-published in English, but Dave thinks his co-host is Lost in Translation. Then, the dynamic duo gives some advice to a pro-am cartoonist who just lost their day job and is considering making the move to full-time cartooning. But first, Brad and Dave share some comic convention horror stories.SummaryIn this episode of ComicLab, hosts Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett discuss the chaotic experiences of comic conventions, the challenges of translating comics for the English market, and the importance of building an audience. They also provide advice for cartoonists who have been laid off, emphasizing the need for financial stability. The conversation touches on the realities of comic publishing and the necessity of having an emergency fund when transitioning to full-time cartooning.TakeawaysComic conventions can be chaotic and noisy environments.Translation of comics can be a significant time investment.Building an audience is crucial before launching a comic.Kickstarter can serve as a market research tool for comics.Having an emergency fund is essential for transitioning to full-time cartooning.The comic market in North America is larger than in Brazil.It's important to consider the demand for your work before translating it.Creating new work may be more beneficial than translating old work.Networking and social media can help build an audience for new comics.Financial stability is key when considering a career in comics. 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.

David Pepose is a writer who’s been making some serious waves in the comic book industry over the past several years. Recently he’s been working on comic book adaptations of classic animated characters (Space Ghost, Captain Planet, Speed Racer), he’s worked on Marvel comic properties (The Savage Avengers, Cable: Love and Chrome), and has created […]

How does one become a professional cartoonist? In this episode, I talk with New Yorker cartoonist Tom Toro, whose sharp wit clever drawings have kept readers laughing (and thinking) for more than fifteen years.Toro's debut book, And to Think We Started as a Book Club (out now from Simon & Schuster), gathers the best of his cartoons from over a decade and a half at The New Yorker. In our conversation, we dig into the realities of professional cartooning — from the weekly grind of submissions and rejection, to the balance between writing and drawing, and the creative fire that keeps artists like Tom doing it anyway.

It's October! During the month of October Part-Time Fanboy continues its tradition of chatting about horror films during the Halloween season! Every week this month, Part-Time Fanboy welcomes some of their favorite indie creators to pick one of their favorite spooky movies and chat about it on the podcast! This week Kristian picks the late seventies Exorcist knockoff, The Manitou! […]

While you're stuck trying to find the RIGHT way to start your comic, someone else is starting a comic THEIR way. That's because the only RIGHT way to start a comic is the WRONG way. Confused? We'll explain. Also—storytelling without conflict? Kishōtenketsu is a story structure that highlights contrast rather than conflict. But first, Dave's Los Angeles may have the most "perfect days" in the United States, but Brad argues that Philadelphians truly appreciate their sunny weather more when it occurs.SummaryIn this episode of ComicLab, hosts Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett explore the challenges of starting a comic, emphasizing that there is no right way to create comics and that experimentation is essential. The hosts provide practical advice on overcoming creative blocks, the importance of consistency in practice, and the necessity of starting, even if it means doing it imperfectly. In this episode, the hosts explore the creative process, discussing the fear of starting projects and the importance of embracing imperfection. They share insights from their recent social media challenge, reflecting on productivity and the benefits of reducing screen time. The conversation shifts to the discovery of non-conflict storytelling techniques, particularly the Japanese writing style Kishōtenketsu, which emphasizes character development over traditional conflict. Finally, they discuss updates to the Patreon app, highlighting user experiences and the implications of its new features.Today's ShowHow to get startedKishōtenketsu / YonkomaPatreon Quips and the new app layoutTakeawaysThe perfect weather map reveals surprising data about ideal climates.Appreciation for perfect days can differ based on location.Creativity often requires overcoming distractions in daily life.Starting a creative project can be daunting but is essential.There is no 'right' way to create comics; experimentation is key.The importance of frequency in creative practice cannot be overstated.Every artist has a unique process that evolves over time.Mistakes and failures are part of the creative journey.Setting small, achievable goals can lead to significant progress.The fear of imperfection can hinder creativity, but starting is crucial. The fear of starting often holds creators back.Embracing the wrong way is part of the creative process.Social media challenges can lead to increased productivity.Reading before bed can improve mental well-being.Non-conflict storytelling can be just as impactful.Kishōtenketsu offers a fresh perspective on storytelling.Personal growth is a continuous journey, even in adulthood.Patreon updates aim to enhance user experience and discoverability.Understanding new app features is crucial for creators.Community engagement on platforms like Patreon is vital. 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.

In the funny animal kingdom, critters are represented by two separate but equally important characters: Purrlock and Marlowe. When a mystery is afoot, the crime solving pair leap into action. Paw and Order are their stories. On this episode of the Part-Time Fanboy podcast, Kristian sits down with the creator of Paw and Order, Jason […]

It's October! During the month of October Part-Time Fanboy continues its tradition of chatting about horror films during the Halloween season! Every week this month, Part-Time Fanboy welcomes some of their favorite indie creators to pick one of their favorite spooky movies and chat about it on the podcast! This week, Steven Prince (Monster Matador) picks the South Korean possession/ghost/zombie […]

For this week's Ask Me Anything, award-winning Cartoonist Niall O'Loughlin joins Andrea to answer any of your cartoon, animation and caricature questions!

Chuck Dillon joins us this week to talk about his work for Highlights magazine, designing the Costco Monopoly board, and his delightful children's books like The Bravest Booger and The Most Serious Fart.SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Chuck Dillon, a talented cartoonist and illustrator, shares his journey from early inspirations to his successful career in children's book illustration. He discusses the challenges of client feedback, the importance of teaching in his artistic growth, and how boredom can spark creativity. Dillon also reflects on his notable projects, including the Costco Monopoly board and his children's books, The Bravest Booger and The Most Serious Fart. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the significance of perspective in art and the joy of collaboration, culminating in a heartfelt acknowledgment of the recognition he has received from his peers.Chuck DillonWebsiteBuy Chuck's books and original artBored PandaThe Bravest BoogerThe Most Serious FartCostco MonopolyTakeawaysChuck Dillon's early inspiration came from Peanuts characters.His first comic strip was published at age 19.Teaching at Hussian School of Art enriched his understanding of art.Client feedback can be challenging but is part of the process.The Costco Monopoly project took 14 months to complete.Hidden pictures allow for creative freedom in children's books.Boredom can spark creativity and innovation.Teaching helps artists reevaluate their own processes.Perspective in art is crucial for creating believable scenes.Recognition from peers is a significant milestone for artists.    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.

The Witches of Pepperwood Bay are a trio of magic using sisters who inhabit a colorful world where they are the guardians of a mystical portal. The portal enables them to run errands, gather baubles, or do good deeds for the creatures and people in their community. When a neighbor has a disaster that strikes […]

Cartoonist, Isaiah Legette joins us on the second half of the podcast this week. Isaiah is a fairly new cartoonist and has been published in the New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, The Weekly Humorist and other publications. We talk with him about how he got into cartooning, his process and some of our favorite cartoons of his. You can find Isaiah's cartoons (and paintings) on these social media sites:https://www.instagram.com/isaleget/https://www.facebook.com/isaiah.legette.79https://x.com/IsaiahLegetteVin had some computer issues for this podcast, we apologize for his sound quality.On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss the current contests:Winning captions for New Yorker contest #959 (Coffee Mounds).Finalists for contest #961 (Squirrelly Morning Rent).Current New Yorker contest #963 (Secretarial Fool). We also talk about our favorite cartoons from the current issue of the New Yorker.You can buy original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons:https://www.curatedcartoons.comDig deep into the New Yorker cartoon caption contest data at:https://wordsbelow.app Send us questions or comments to:  Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com

Tom Toro has just published a new collection of his New Yorker cartoons, “And to Think We Started as a Book Club.” The cartoons are from the last 15 years his cartoons have been running in the magazine and are grouped in sections, from Life, Love and Family to Work, Tech and Weird. Some comment on modern life wordlessly, like a teenager in the rain holding a mini-umbrella over his phone while he texts. Most combine graphics with commentary, like a man in a ragged suit sitting around a campfire with a few children captioned, “Yes, the planet got destroyed. But for a beautiful moment in time we created a lot of value for shareholders.” Many, like the one pictured above with angels making “snow humans,” are what Toro calls pure palette cleansers, a much needed break from weighty matters of the day. Toro joins us to discuss how he approaches his art and what it’s been like to comment on the last 15 years for one of the nation’s most illustrious magazines on the occasion of its 100th anniversary. The book is out today, and its official launch is at 7 p.m. this Friday, Oct. 10, at Powell's Books.

It's October! During the month of October Part-Time Fanboy continues its tradition of chatting about horror films during the Halloween season! Every week this month, Part-Time Fanboy welcomes some of their favorite indie creators to pick one of their favorite spooky movies and chat about it on the podcast! This week, friend of the podcast Joe Slepski of the Joe […]

Exploring the World of Cartooning with Tom Toro | Razor Riffs Episode Join host Keith Reza in this engaging episode of 'Razor Riffs' as he sits down with cartoonist Tom Toro. Together, they discuss Tom's new book 'And to Think We Started as a Book Club,' set for release on October 7th, 2025. Delve into the intricacies of cartooning, the challenges faced, including the impact of AI, and personal stories from Tom's career. Keith and Tom also share humorous anecdotes and discuss the nuances of humor in cartoons. Don't miss this insightful conversation full of laughs and learning. Tom's Social IG @tbtoro...https://www.instagram.com/tbtoro/  FB @tomtorocartoons...https://www.facebook.com/tomtorocartoons/  Website...https://tomtoro.com/  Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement 01:56 Technical Difficulties and Apologies 02:16 Social Media Woes 06:13 Podcasting and Book Promotion 06:45 Children's Books and Cartooning 11:14 The Creative Process 21:34 The Journey to Becoming a Cartoonist 29:58 The Essence of New Yorker Cartoons 30:56 Political Cartoons and Their Impact 32:33 The Art of Cartooning and Comedy 33:40 Influences and Inspirations 35:06 The Legacy of Norm Macdonald 37:19 Challenges in Cartooning and Comedy 42:21 The Future of Cartooning 52:51 Tom's Upcoming Book and Final Thoughts MY SOCIALS HAVE NOT BEEN RESTORED! 

For 75 years, Charles Schultz's Peanuts gang has reflected our humor and hope, as well as our struggle to navigate some of life's everyday curveballs. How is it that the characters he created so poignantly reflect how we experience other people and the world around us? And why do a ragtag group of comic strip kids who debuted in newspapers in 1950 post-war America, still resonate with children and adults around the world? Andrew Blauner, author of “THE PEANUTS PAPERS: Writers and Cartoonists on Charlie Brown, Snoopy & the Gang, and the Meaning of Life,” sat down with USA TODAY's The Excerpt to discuss the 75th anniversary of the Peanuts gang and its enduring impact.Have feedback on the show? Please send us an email at podcasts@usatoday.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jibola Fagbamiye is a Nigerian born artist who was obsessed with bringing the story of Afrobeat founder and political activist Fela Kuti to life in the pages of a graphic novel. After workshopping the idea on his own, he decided he needed some help putting the finishing touches on the project so he contacted his […]

Cartoonist, David Gomberg joins us on the second half of the podcast this week. David Started creating cartoons in 2019. In 2021, he started getting them published in Air Mail Weekly, Narrative Magazine, Wall Street Journal, The London Times, Alta Journal, American Bystander and Woman's World. The New Yorker has been elusive, but we think he'll get in there in the near future.You can learn more about David at his website:https://www.david-gomberg.comDavid's cartoons have also appeared in the cartoon compilation, "HOLD THAT THOUGHT". https://www.amazon.com/Hold-That-Thought-Cartoonists-Worlds-ebook/dp/B0CWW557X6/He can be found on Instagram at:https://www.instagram.com/davidgomberg/ And you can find his Etsy shop for his woodwork creations here:https://www.etsy.com/shop/DavidGombergDesignDavid also mentions attending Hilary Price's cartoon workshop. You can check it out here:https://www.cartoonstudies.org/tag/hilary-price/On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss the current contests:Winning captions for New Yorker contest #958 (Musical Chairs Safety Dance).Finalists for contest #960 (Soufflé climber).Current New Yorker contest #962 (Octopilot). We also talk about our favorite cartoons from the current issue of the New Yorker.You can buy original New Yorker cartoon art at Curated Cartoons:https://www.curatedcartoons.comSend us questions or comments to:  Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com

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Interview with Karl Hornell - C64 Game Developer, Cartoonist, Author Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FloppyDays Sponsors: 8-Bit Classics  Arcade Shopper  FutureVision Research   Hello, and welcome to episode 155 of the Floppy Days Podcast for September, 2025!  I'm Randy Kindig, your host for this podcast, where we talk about the computers that got many of us started in our careers and which still hold a lot of interest for us today. This month, I'm bringing you another interesting interview with someone who at an early age started developing commercial-grade software for the Commodore 64, which started him on an amazing trajectory with his career in software development, cartoonist, and more.  His latest efforts include branching out into writing science fiction, which we will also discuss today. The person I'm referring to is Karl Hornell (Her-NELL). It's also an interesting story around how this interview opportunity came to me.  I'm not used to getting contacted by an ad agency.  This one indicated that their client, Karl, had just recently published a book and was looking for ways to advertise the book.  They suggested that Floppy Days would be a great fit based on Karl's background and could be beneficial for both.  I was skeptical at first, as I always am when I receive unsolicited, possibly spam email.  However, once I researched Karl's background it became clear that he was an accomplished Swedish developer for the C64 back in the day, with some notariety.  I felt his background might indeed be of interest to you, the listeners, and so happily agreed to interviewing Karl for the podcast.  I hope you enjoy Karl's story and will consider taking a look at his new book. New Acquisitions and What I've Been Up To Atari Bit Byter User Club (ABBUC) - https://www.abbuc.de  VCFMW - https://vcfmw.org/  Atari TT030 at Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atari_TT030  David Anderson's Timex Sinclair sites: https://andertone.com/  https://www.timexsinclair.com/  News Stan Veit's History of the Personal Computer - https://archive.org/details/stan-veits-history-of-the-personal-computer/mode/2up  David Greelish's YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@TheComputerHistorian  Early chapters (1-9) of Stan Veit's book via audio - https://www.classiccomputing.com/CCPodcasts/Stan_Veit/Stan_Veit.html  Floppy Days YouTube channel - https://www.youtube.com/@floppydayspodcast  Upcoming Vintage Computer Shows Tandy Assembly - September 26-28 - Courtyard by Marriott Springfield - Springfield, OH - http://www.tandyassembly.com/  Portland Retro Gaming Expo - October 17-19 - Oregon Convention Center, Portland, OR - https://retrogamingexpo.com/  Chicago TI International World Faire - October 25 - Evanston Public Library, Evanston, IL - https://www.chicagotiug.org/home  Ami West - November 1-2, Sacramento, CA - https://www.amiwest.net  World of Commodore 2025 - December 6-7 - Admiral Inn, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada - https://www.tpug.ca/world-of-commodore/world-of-commodore-2025/  Vintage Computer Festival Montreal - Jan. 24-25, 2026 - Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, QC - https://vcfed.org/vcf-montreal/  Vintage Computer Festival SoCal - February 14-15, 2025 - Hotel Fera Events Center, Orange, CA - vcfsocal.com  Indy Classic Computer and Video Game Expo - March 20-22 - Wyndham Indianapolis Airport Hotel, Indianapolis, IN - https://indyclassic.org/  Schedule Published on Floppy Days Website - https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vSeLsg4hf5KZKtpxwUdQgacCIsqeIdQeZniq3yE881wOCCYskpLVs5OO1PZLqRRF2t5fUUiaKByqQrgA/pub  Interview Links Karl at Wikipedia - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karl_H%C3%B6rnell  Vic-Rapport Magazine (Wikipedia) - https://sv.wikipedia.org/wiki/VIC-rapport  “Generation 64 - How the Commodore 64 Inspired a Generation of Swedish Gamers” by Bitmap Books - https://amzn.to/3YUUlQ5 (affiliate link) Karl Hornell's Applet Center - http://www.javaonthebrain.com/  Retro Gamer Magazine #130 with Karl interview - https://archive.org/details/retro-gamer-raspberry-pi-buenos-aires/Retro%20Gamer%20130/page/92/mode/2up  “Singularity Minus Twelve” book - https://amzn.to/3S8Yr3r (affiliate link) Savage Dragonbert - https://wiki.savagedragon.com/comics/savage_dragonbert_full_frontal_nerdity_01/   

Hello everybody and welcome to another episode of speaking of the arts. I'm your host Mike Epstein and I'm excited to tell you about today's episode. We're featuring Joel Pierson. Joel is the founder, bandleader, and arranger for The Queen's Cartoonists, an ensemble that performs music from cartoons. Joel had this great idea to combine his passion for animated film, and live music to create a really unique experience for audiences, so he's cultivated over 100 years worth of animation from all around the world and has largely by himself, transcribed the scores to these films and then put together a great ensemble to perform them. There are a few different versions of the show that we talk about. One is Simply called "Ages 2 to 102" which is a program that's really for all ages and it's a lot of fun. Another version of the show is a holiday program which has a singer and animation with live music, but obviously focusing on holiday content. There is also a version of the show where they feature international cartoons and one more version of the show that features the ensemble with cartoons and with symphony. It was really fun to talk to Joel about how he came up with the idea for the ensemble and some of the things that audiences can expect during a performance. Please enjoy my conversation with Joel Pierson of The Queen's Cartoonists.

Liana Finck is a cartoonist and an illustrator who has contributed to The New Yorker since 2015. She is the author of several books, including the graphic memoir “Passing for Human.” Like many of her forebears at the magazine, Finck has also published works for children, and her recent book, “Mixed Feelings,” explores the ways that emotions are often confusing—a truth for readers of any age. “Kids' books were my first experience of art. They're really why I do what I do,” she tells David Remnick. Finck discusses her time interning for Maira Kalman, and she shares three “deep cuts” from writers associated with The New Yorker: Kalman's own “What Pete Ate from A to Z”; William Steig's “C D B!”; and “Tell Me a Mitzi,” by Lore Segal, with illustrations by Harriet Pincus. 

This week, Ian talks with Cartoonist Aaron Losty about his new graphic novel, The Hanging, out now from Strangers Publishing. Among other topics, they discuss formative works, collaboration, and making genre comics for a small press audience. In the back half, they talk about Aaron's experience as a co-founder of Cartoonist Cooperative, the state of the organization three years after its inception, decision-making processes, and recent campaigns. Apologies for the audio quality of the interview. Aaron Losty Bluesky: @aaronlosty.bsky.social Instagram: @aaronlosty Patreon: patreon.com/aaronlosty Website: aaronlosty.com Cartoonist Cooperative Bluesky: @cartoonist.coop email: hello@cartoonistcoop Instagram: @cartoonistcoop Mastodon.art: @cartoonist.coop Tumblr: @cartoonistcoop Website: cartoonist.coop YouTube: @cartoonistcoop Strangers Publishing Bluesky: @Strangers.bsky.social Instagram: @strangers_publishing Website: strangerspublishing.com Then we share a portion of an interview from September of 2024 about the case of the H5, 5 people who were facing criminal criminal charges of human trafficking for providing humanitarian aid to refugees crossing the Polish and Belarusian border through the ancient Bieloweza forest. In this interview, we spoke with a member of Szpilla anti-repression collective. The members of the H5 case were acquitted this month in a legal victory, though the state might renew it's accusation. Meanwhile, with fly-overs by Russian drones and planes in Estonia and Poland, we see an increasing militarization of the border from states on both sides. Episode 1 on the Green Border Episode 2 on the Green Border

On this week's episode of TheFallenState TV, host Jesse Lee Peterson is joined by Scott Adams—He is the creator of the Dilbert cartoons and the host of Real Coffee with Scott Adams. Scott joins Jesse for an unflinching conversation about mortality, meaning, and the razor-thin line between despair and hope. He hints at a recent health crisis that forced him to confront his deepest beliefs—about faith, purpose, and what it really means to keep going when the lights dim. They explore resilience, hard choices, and the quiet power of perspective—without pulling punches. Raw, surprising, and ultimately provocative—this is one you’ll want to see for yourself. Come hear what changed and why it matters now.

Many singers do a key change in the middle of a song to indicate drama. Dave Kellett is so good, he does it right in the middle of a word! Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett learn too much about each other while sharing a hotel room with his friend at the National Cartoonists Society Conference and Reuben Awards. Dave and Brad return from Boston brimming with stories from a week of cartooning camaraderie and community.Here's how to join the NCS. If you're under the age of 27, your membership is only $27!Cartoonists Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett reflect on their experiences at the NCS Conference and Reuben Awards sharing insights on the importance of community, networking, and the evolving landscape of cartooning. They discuss the joy of meeting fellow cartoonists, the impact of online creators, and the significance of new voices in the industry. The conversation also touches on travel tales, humorous anecdotes, and the camaraderie that defines the cartooning community.TakeawaysThe NCS Conference and Reuben Awards is a vital event for networking.Community and camaraderie are essential in the cartooning world.New voices in cartooning are crucial for the industry's evolution.Online cartoonists face unique challenges and opportunities.Travel experiences can lead to unexpected adventures.Meeting fellow cartoonists fosters a sense of belonging.The importance of supporting new members in the NCS.Humor and storytelling are key elements of the Comic Lab podcast.The future of cartooning is bright with diverse voices.Networking at events can lead to valuable connections. 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.

Phil Mucci is the multimedia creator who is one of the masterminds behind the Diabolik Double Feature…a gorgeous genre blending magazine sized publication that features two terrific horror tales: Orgy of the Blood Freaks and Gringo Loco. Orgy of the Blood Freaks is a Scooby Doo meets Russ Meyer style romp featuring quirky paranormal investigator […]

Guest Marisa Acocella is a NY Times best-selling author of the graphic memoir Cancer Vixen, and the graphic novels The Big She-Bang, Ann Tenna and Just Who the Hell is She, Anyway? Being a professional cartoonist, she is also creating Divine Mother Earth Time with her dear friend Laura Eisenhower. In our show, she talks about her awakening (from Catholicism/to her pharma•nutrition dad/always critical), to her thoughts now on her experience with breast cancer and chemo, history to herstory discussing Eve/earning ascension to feminism, Ruth Bader, Gloria Steinem and AI.She leads the "Just Be Practice," expressing the healing of the sun as well as words to we women.Links to Marisa:Website: https://www.marisaacocella.comMARISA'S BOOKS: The Big She-Bang:https://www.amazon.com/Big-She-Bang-Herstory-Universe-According/dp/006290566X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=345YIQRGZYF0A&keywords=the+big+shebang&qid=1686080544&sprefix=the+big+sheban%2Caps%2C72&sr=8-1https://www.amazon.com/stores/Marisa-Acocella-Marchetto/author/B001ILHJIG?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1707579295&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true*Host Eden Koz is a soul realignment specialist utilizing psychological empathy, intuition, psychic ability, mediumship, meditation, mindset shift, Reiki, dimensional and galactic healing, to name a few. She also performs spiritual Co#id Vac+ Healing as well as remote & face-to-face sessions with individuals and groups. **Additionally, in spreading the word... If you are questioning your Gold IRA because of scams (see EP188) or want to invest in a precious metals company with integrity...email: info@milesfranklin.com and put "Eden" in the subject line (they know me personally, so the best of attention and heart will come your way!)Miles Franklin's website: https://milesfranklin.com Contact info for Eden Koz / Just Be®, LLC:Website: EdenJustBe.com Socials: TikTok, FB, FB (Just Be), X, Insta, LinkedInJust Be~Spiritual BOOM Podcast - Video Directories: BitChute, Rumble, ...

Giuseppe Castellano talks to educator, author, and graphic medicine cartoonist, Kriota Willberg, about why she felt the need to write Draw Stronger: Self-Care for Cartoonists and Other Visual Artists; how artists can take care of their bodies, and why they don't; and more.To learn more about Kriota, visit KriotaWelt.blogspot.com. If you find value in this podcast, you can support it by subscribing to our best-selling publication, Notes On Illustration, on Substack. Among other benefits, you will gain access to bonus episodes we call “Extra Credit”. | Visit illustrationdept.com for offerings like mentorships and portfolio reviews, testimonials, our alumni showcase, and more. | Music for the podcast was created by Oatmello. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matt Strackbein of The Letterhack and This Space joins to share about his journey from graphic design wizkid to the pages of Hellboy to contributing art, commentary and organizing to the online left. We talk creative process, a bit of TYT and how the media cooperative This Space came about. Full Episode 218 on YouTube: Support links here:  

Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar hosted a live performance of ComicLab at the 79th annual National Cartoonists Society Conference and Reuben Awards. Joining them onstage to talk about the business of comics were three marvelous cartoonists:Jason Chatfield, a remarkably talented cartoonist who is as comfortable doing stand-up comedy as he is sitting down to create cartoons for The New Yorker. His new book, “You're Not a Real Dog Owner Until…”, is a danged delight, and belongs on your shelf.Sean Wang, the creator of Runners, a wonderful sci-fi comedy about alien smugglers. Its most recent Kickstarter launched a couple days before the recording of the show, and was funded shortly thereafter — which is 100% a coincidence, but we'll be claiming credit nonetheless.Cassidy Wasserman, whose debut graphic novel, On Guard, was published by Random House earlier this year to rave reviews. She has also illustrated no fewer than three delightful children's books.On the show...What's working — and what's not working — in your comics business?What should you do when subscriptions stagnate?What's the best way to use Patreon without burning out on complex rewards?What is the best use of Print On Demand?How can I use Substack to publish/monetize my comic?Is social media declining? — And if so, how are you compensating? 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.

Political cartoons, satire, and US presidents collide in the new documentary A Savage Art: The Life & Cartoons of Pat Oliphant. We interview Bill Banowsky on how one of the world's most fearless cartoonists shaped politics and public opinion across five decades and ten presidencies. In this episode of Factual America, we look at the power of satire in American democracy, Oliphant's lasting influence, and why his art remains so relevant today. If you're interested in political art, journalism, or the role of satire in democracy, this conversation is not to be missed.#PoliticalCartoons #Satire #ASavageArt #PoliticalDocumentary #FactualAmericaTimestamps: 00:00 – Introduction04:33 – The Film: A Savage Art12:32 – Pat Oliphant: The Influential Cartoonist21:39 – The Evolution of Political Cartooning34:20 – The Impact of Media Disruption37:54 – The Journey of Documentary Filmmaking44:19 – The Future of Theatres and Audience Experience

Send us a textBob Eckstein, the brilliant, funny award-winning illustrator and New Yorker cartoonist, shares how his career evolved from writing to cartooning and his passion for uncovering extraordinary stories in ordinary subjects throughout the world. His latest book, "Footnotes from the Most Fascinating Museums," showcases North America's most captivating museums and the transformative experiences they offer visitors of all interests. The interview focuses on how he:• Spent seven years traveling globally to solve the mystery of who made the first snowman• Became a cartoonist accidentally while researching his first book on snowmen history, and wrote a book about bookstores around the world.• Transitioned from museum-hater as a child to passionate advocate after visiting Natural History Museum• Selected museums for his book based on beauty, compelling stories, and community impact• Created museum categories for everyone, including those who think they hate museums• Aims to create books appealing to men, who he believes aren't reading enough• Highlights unique museums like the Mob Museum, the Spam Museum, and the Museum of Jurassic Technology• Spent a week sketching on the oldest working ship in the world, later recreating its captain's quarters in his home• Has exciting upcoming projects including museum postcards, a book about writers and their cats, and a movie• Recommends visiting Bruges early morning or late evening to experience its true beauty**Guest Bob Eckstein is an award-winning illustrator and New Yorker cartoonist. Check out his website!  Also, see his books and new sets of gorgeous postcards here.**Podcast host Lea Lane has traveled to over 100 countries, and  has written nine books, including the award-winning Places I Remember  (Kirkus Reviews star rating, and  'one of the top 100 Indie books of  the year'). She has contributed to many guidebooks and has written thousands of travel articles. _____Our award-winning travel podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane, has dropped over 120 travel episodes! New episodes drop on the first Tuesday of the month, on Apple, Spotify, and wherever you listen. _____Travel vlogs of our featured  podcasts-- with video and graphics -- now drop on YouTube.Please subscribe, like, and comment.