Podcasts about comic artists

Send us Fan MailWe're big fantasy sports guys as well as being Comic Book Junkies, and Joe brought up this exercise as a topic. Split into two parts, this is part two of Pick 4, Cut 6 Comic Book Artists. We try to guess which artists may be left on the list while deciding if we are keeping or cutting them. EnjoyMusic [00:00]Buzz Ad [00:14]Intro [01:10]Keep 4, Cut 6 Comic Book Artists [05:18]Outro [22:29]Please like and subscribe if you'd like to hear more comic talk!(Bi-weekly shows dropping on Wednesday)Social Media:Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/CBJpodcastTwitter -  https://twitter.com/CbJpod  (@CBJpod)Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cbjpod/  (@CBJpod)Youtube - https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCTDcugHYqAbgjwbdGWbZjnA/Buzzsprout - https://www.buzzsprout.com/1206320Currently listed on Apple, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and many others!Buzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREE

Comic artist Ben Templesmith joins Andy to talk about how American toilets (literally) suck, Jason Momoa, and what being a dog person means about Andy's art. Intro music is "String Anticipation" by Cory Gray.

Making friends in the comics community can be... complicated. After all, we're kind of an introverted bunch. When it comes to social interaction, Brad and Dave have made all the mistakes, so you don't have to! They'll talk about trying too hard, encountering hostility, and trying to fit into a community that's just not right for you. Speaking of realizing a community isn't a good fit, Dave just found out he was kicked off Amazon. And that's perfectly OK with him. Today's Show UPDATE: Dave has been kicked off Amazon! UPDATE: Our listeners recommend eBay for international shipping Making friends with other cartoonists What can a full-time self-published comic artist expect to earn? Summary In this engaging episode, cartoonists Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett explore the complexities of social interactions within the creative community, the challenges of online publishing, and the evolving role of AI in content moderation. They share personal stories, practical advice, and insights on navigating friendships, social media, and the digital landscape as artists and creators. They share personal stories, industry insights, and humorous banter that will inspire and inform creators at all levels. Key Topics Social interactions among artists and creators Challenges of online publishing and content moderation Strategies for building and maintaining friendships in creative communities The financial realities of full-time cartooning The importance of evolving creatively and professionally Understanding the influence of zeitgeist on comic success 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. He is available for personal consultations. Dave Kellett is the creator of Sheldon and Drive. He is the co-director of the comics documentary, Stripped.

This week on the podcast is part two of our interview with Dan Gorman. He's a Co-Founder of Route 8 Studios, a collaborative graphic design and illustration studio featuring comic book artists and designers. He's worked on over 150 Licensed Trading Card sets with dozens of well-known brands such as Marvel, Star Wars, the Game of Thrones, AMC's The Walking Dead and more. As a comic book penciler, his works have been published in numerous publications. Dan is a member in good standing of the National Cartoonists Society and runs and promotes several local comicons and Pop Culture Cons. Make sure to visit his website to see samples of his illustrations! www.dangormanart.com and https://www.route8studios.org/

This week on the podcast is part one of our interview with Dan Gorman. He's a Co-Founder of Route 8 Studios, a collaborative graphic design and illustration studio featuring comic book artists and designers. He's worked on over 150 Licensed Trading Card sets with dozens of well-known brands such as Marvel, Star Wars, the Game of Thrones, AMC's The Walking Dead and more. As a comic book penciler, his works have been published in numerous publications. Dan is a member in good standing of the National Cartoonists Society and runs and promotes several local comicons and Pop Culture Cons. Make sure to visit his website to see samples of his illustrations! www.dangormanart.com and https://www.route8studios.org/

In this episode of the Pencil Pushers Podcast, host Mike Rosado interviews Darrell Young, an illustrator, toy designer, and comic artist based in Chicago. Darrell shares his journey from a childhood passion for comics, cartoons, and toys in the 70s and 80s to becoming a professional artist with over 25 years of experience. He discusses his time in animation working on General Mills commercials, his transition to toy design for brands like McDonald's and Wendy's, and his eventual shift to freelancing after being laid off during the COVID-19 pandemic. Darrell sheds light on his artistic process, including the impact of learning Photoshop, the importance of using reference materials, and his experiences at conventions. Throughout the conversation, Darrell emphasizes the importance of staying true to one's passion, continuously learning, and remaining adaptable in the ever-changing landscape of the arts. Host: Mike Rosado (mrcraleigh.com) (instagram.com/ekimodasor) Post Production: Max Trujillo (instagram.com/trujillomedia) Sponsors: MRC (mrcraleigh.com) and Burny Wild's (burnywilds.com) 

Feeling lost on the creative journey? Download our 7 step Creative Career Path Handbooklet for FREE by signing up to our newsletter: http://andyjpizza.substack.com --- FRANNERD RETURNS! Illustrator, Comic Artist and YouTuber Fran Meneses is a long time friend of the show and it's been 6 years since her last episode! We dive deep into: 1 - When mental health “gets in the way” of your creative plans and what has seemed to help both of us. 2 - How to think about creative crossroads and let go of things that don't serve where you want to go and double down on the path you do want to take. 3 - How the pandemic impacted both of our careers and shaped out creative focus moving forward. This chat was a blast and filled me with so much hope and comfort. Hope it does the same for you!   SHOW NOTES: Fran Meneses AKA Frannerdhttps://www.frannerd.clhttps://www.instagram.com/frannerd/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/c/FranMeneseshttps://www.patreon.com/frannerd Producer / Editor: Sophie Miller http://sophiemiller.coAudio Editing / Sound Design: Conner Jones http://pendingbeautiful.coSoundtrack / Theme Song: Yoni Wolf / WHY? http://whywithaquestionmark.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gideon Hutapea, an Indonesian comic artist and lecturer pursuing his PhD at RMIT Melbourne, performed at The Emerging Writers Festival (EWF) 2025, presenting a comic work that sheds light on the negotiation process behind Indonesian comic production. - Gideon Hutapea, komikus Indonesia dan dosen yang sedang menempuh PhD di RMIT Melbourne, tampil sebagai performing artist di The Emerging Writers Festival (EWF) 2025, menghadirkan karya komik yang menyoroti proses negosiasi dalam pembuatan komik di Indonesia.

Marc Alan Fishman – Unshaven Comics & The Samurnauts In this episode of Alley Chats, Rob sits down with Marc Alan Fishman, the bearded creative force behind Unshaven Comics. Marc has spent 15 years bringing bold, exciting stories to life as both an illustrator and writer, with projects ranging from Mine: A Graphic Novel for Planned Parenthood to The March: Crossing Bridges in America, and the fan-favorite all-ages indie series The Samurnauts. We dive into his journey as a comic creator, marketer, social media pro, and stand-up comedian, exploring how he balances a career in comics with family life as a proud husband and father of four. Marc shares insights into building an indie comics brand, connecting with fans, and keeping the passion for storytelling alive. If you're into indie comics, creative hustle, and stories of balancing art and life, this episode is for you! ✍️ About Marc Alan Fishman Marc Alan Fishman is the multi-hyphenate, bearded badass of Unshaven Comics. With over 15 years of professional experience as an illustrator and author, his credits include: Mine: A Graphic Novel for Planned Parenthood The March: Crossing Bridges in America The Samurnauts (indie all-ages action series) When Marc isn't creating comics, he's marketing, posting, or doing stand-up comedy—all while raising four kids with his wife.

In this episode of Alley Chats, we sit down with Isaac Popovich, a creepy cartoonist whose one-page horror comics capture the eerie charm of 1920s–1930s rubber hose animation. His work blends nostalgia with terror, creating unforgettable strips that feel like classic cartoons gone hauntingly wrong. Isaac currently works with Guerrilla Publishing and freelances for two other publishers, all while balancing his career as a travel nurse. In his free time, he crafts and shares his comics on Instagram, posting them for fans to enjoy at no cost. Join us as Isaac talks about his artistic journey, the inspiration behind his creepy-yet-playful style, and what's next for his work in horror comics.

Eli 5 Stone, artist/writer of The TICK comic book series "Big Blue Destiny", (which can be ordered here ( https://www.amazon.com/Tick-Destiny-Complete-Works-Destiny/dp/B0026S31MS ) and audiobook "Brick Mannigan" (coming soon), contributed an interview before experiencing Yachtley Crew yacht rock band, at the Cape Cod Melody Tent in Hyannis, Massachusetts, on 7-20-2025. We discuss growing up in that area, what it was like to know Ben Edlund during the birth of the animated "TICK" show while simultaneously creating new issues of The TICK, and his latest detective hero "Brick Mannigan". We also talk with an older gentleman who gives us a history lesson about the Roanoke Star near Dr Pepper Park, in Roanoke Virgina after Yachtley Crew played there that night, 7-18-2025, while on our "Seas The Night" tour.Also, some familiar guests stop by to say hello, such as:Baba Buoy from Yachtley Crew... http://yachtleycrew.com Henry D Horse with a fun fact, Jay Aasang the toxic drunk from Twin Peaks the Return.... https://www.jayaasengvo.com/Micky Dolenz from the Monkees.... https://mickydolenz.com/ and Atlas Dragon from Varelse Bridge Society.... https://varelsebridgesociety.org/ We mention Isaiah Ferguson the artist who co-created The TICK Big Blue Birthday Bash with Eli 5 Stone. You can find him here...https://www.instagram.com/artby_isaiah/ The footage of the event is here... https://www.youtube.com/@MOAVSociety-p5v/videos You can check out Eli 5 Stone's animated movie "Here We Go Again" featuring The TICK and Arthur, here.... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DBSLGt-hg9Q You can commission Eli5 Stone to draw you something, by contacting him at his website.... https://www.eli5stone.com/Check out his latest short film "Quietude" here... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=el_OfIWQwPk You can hear the TICK episode which took place at the Big Blue Birthday Bash featuring Isaiah Ferguson as the host, and performance artist GOAT vs FISH here... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKXJUXKWFas Check out the latest music vide by Yachtley Crew, called "Pain Of Losing You", written by Diane Warren, appearing on the new album "Seas The Night"....https://youtu.be/Ak47aI8hXMU?feature=shared Pre-order the album from Earache Records here....https://earache.com/collections/yachtley-crewThank you for listening to Inspirado Projecto! Share with your friends!

Matthew Hansel on Classic Characters & Cartooning Craft In this episode of Alley Chats, we sit down with acclaimed cartoonist Matthew Hansel, whose pen has breathed new life into some of the most iconic characters in animation history. From Underdog to Casper the Friendly Ghost, Rocky and Bullwinkle, Tennessee Tuxedo, and even the Pink Panther, Hansel's work blends deep respect for vintage charm with modern-day artistry. Whether you're an animation buff, a lifelong comics fan, or just love pop culture nostalgia, this episode will take you behind the ink with one of the genre's most passionate artists.

All Hail Unicron: Episode 96: A new comic artist rises… INTRODUCTION Anybody Get Anything? Movie/Show News RIP Jim Shooter https://news.tfw2005.com/2025/06/30/g1-marvel-comics-editor-jim-shooter-has-passed-away-541146 What the heck is PUBG? No clue, but they're getting an in-game Transformers collab https://news.tfw2005.com/2025/07/09/pubg-mobile-x-transformers-collaboration-official-trailer-541514 Third Party The big TFCon Toronto 3P panel confirms the big man is coming... https://news.tfw2005.com/2025/07/12/tfcon-toronto-2025-3rd-party-panel-slides-in-full-541770 The even bigger TFCon Toronto news is a new comic… https://www.facebook.com/100066431562267/posts/1073289314895444/?rdid=h6J8n3U9d3q4jBFN# Official: MPM line coming back with RoTF Sideswipe? https://news.tfw2005.com/2025/07/04/rumor-mpm-line-revived-rotf-sideswipe-coming-541384 New Blokees listings https://news.tfw2005.com/2025/07/11/new-blokees-transformers-listings-galaxy-defender-04-tyrants-fury-galaxy-version-08-one-shall-fall-dotm-jetwing-optimus-prime-541706 YO, Look Out Park has a new release and an obvious repaint coming https://news.tfw2005.com/2025/07/08/acghk-2025-yolopark-amk-pro-revenge-of-the-fallen-megatron-541464 Lego continues to make Hasbro's KREO line look worse with their latest: G1 Soundwave https://news.tfw2005.com/2025/07/10/lego-icons-10358-g1-soundwave-official-reveal-541618   Now you can role play with yourself 1986 Movie style! https://news.tfw2005.com/2025/07/13/studio-series-roleplay-86-matrix-listing-found-542159 Questions? Discussion: Email your questions to: Hailunicroncast@gmail.com    Special Shoutouts: Dustmightz for providing the beats for the theme song! Check the Realm of Collectors on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/groups/realmofcollectors   Everyone who followed us from Shattered Cast Uncut, we are grateful to each and everyone of you for joining us on this journey!   Hosts: T2RX6 http://www.youtube.com/user/T2rx6 Rich “Preordered” H. Oscar Alonso https://www.youtube.com/user/oscarnjboy Robert Duyjuy-sabado-gigante

A staggering $21 million dollar Stan Lee lawsuit has settled and Rob breaks down the behind the scenes machinations leading to the surprise last minute settlement. Plus - Marvel's Thunderbolt Panic Scramble! 

Summer is coming and with it the biggest and brightest movies & comics of the season! Superman! Jurassic Park! Mission Impossible! Who has the most at stake?  Plus - Marvel's Meltdown! Why the magic faded! 

Is Marvel Doomed? Of course they are, Doomsday is underway and Doom is on the menu! A jam packed episode talking Doom, X-Men, Thunderbolts, Manga and the QuotaVerse! 

It's the Words Of Wisdom show! Rob shares personal advice he received straight from the mouths of Tom Cruise, Kobe Bryant, Jack Kirby, Frank Miller, Steven Spielberg and many more! 

An episode celebrating creators and their monster achievements! Ryan Coogler! Sinners! The reasons that this tremendous success is under scrutiny, revealed! Also, Rob shares your collective and overwhelming response to our X-Men Alert show!

The X-Men are in crisis! About a year into their much publicized relaunch, the titles are being canceled right and left. In my history following the X-Men, this is their rock bottom worst! We offer solutions and suggestions as to how best restore the broken legacy! 

A recently uncovered interview with John Byrne circa 1976 is the focus of today's episode. We go inside the thoughts and opinions of a young talent just starting to take off and contrast it with interviews years later as he is changing comics for the next decade.

On the occasion of Image Comics and Youngblood's 33rd anniversary, we use The Official Timeline Of Image Comics for a look back at the early, formative times that shaped the indie powerhouse! Go behind the scenes of the great pop culture revolution! 

Every industry has a Game-Changer, an individual who's impact goes way beyond the biz, affecting the entire culture. I've settled on the biggest Free Agent move in comic books the last 50 years, a change-up that shifted the fortunes for an entire company and set them on a course that carries them to this day. 

Just What The Hell Is Going On?? Bundles! Party Packs! Deep discounts, phony numbers, empty release windows! We examine the crazed current state of comics and movies! 

Stan Lee endured a tumultuous final chapter and the truth is now coming to light from documentarian Jon Bollerjack. Over several years I was witness to the chaos that ensued, I participated in the film and share much of that on today's episode. Also, as my oldest son  gets married I look at a more light hearted view of comic book weddings and why they rarely work. 

Do other studios even want to make comic book films, especially super heroes? Marvel's recent slide isn't helping matters! We also discuss Ryan Coogler's latest, creative control and how it's affecting the future of movies! Convention economy and more! 

Ratio variants, Discount Incentives, Final Order Cut Off! A look back over 25 years of maximizing market manipulation by the big publishers! There's at least one initiative that should be embraced all over again! 

It's all Marvel Madness as we track the path towards Marvel's present day chaos. The Rise & Fall of the Creative Committee, removing the guardrails! Those pesky Marvel Leaks!! The art of changing the conversation and so much more!

An episode packed with Hot Topics burning up the comic book culture! Silver Surfer! Daredevil! Superman! Fantastic Four! Comics, movies and streaming, we got you covered! 

With 40 million players in its first two months of release, Marvel has a gigantic hit with their Marvel Rivals game. What's the source of its enormous impact and what lies ahead as it draws new attention to comic books and stores! 

Did you hear the one about the X-Men GOAT who took control of his X-Men legacy, producing 32 issues of brand new X-Men adventures? For FREE! From 2019 thru 2022, John Byrne did just that. We talk all about it. 

We examine the current state of diminished returns on the recent slate of Marvel films. Poor CinemaScores and a disconnect with general audiences have tarnished a brand once regarded as the gold standard of cinematic comic book storytelling. Studio Chief, Kevin Feige is struggling to find his fastball, can the former “Ace” regain his championship form or is it time to retire him to the bullpen? 

We discuss the epic encounter between comic book Wizard, Alan Moore and comic book King, Jack Kirby. Alan speaks at length about Kirby's influence and of the extraordinary tribute The Wizard made for The King!

A look under the hood as we examine how to fix Marvel. 

Rob takes you inside the creation and meaning behind his final Deadpool work. The added drama, the Easter eggs and ultimately, the excitement of saying Bye, Bye, Bye! 

Why I left Marvel Entertainment and won't look back. 

Our conversation with Robert Kirkman (Invincible, Walking Dead) turns towards Marvel and DC Comics, the vanishing industry sales charts and the risks and rewards of creator owned work. We wrap up our in depth interview getting Robert's thoughts on his legendary Image Partners! Get ready for some great comic shop talk! 

Transformers! Void Rivals! G.I. Joe! Industry Titan and Superstar Creator Robert Kirkman sits down for a wide ranging, in depth conversation about his booming Skybound label and the comic book industry at large. 

What's your favorite Spider Man comic? Ate you really done with Deadpool? What about Cowboy comic books? You asked for it and here it is! Your questions and inquiries answered by host and comic book veteran Rob Liefeld! A wide variety of your interests are answered and addressed! 

Most folks know Alan Moore from his acclaimed works, WATCHMEN, FROM HELL, SWAMP THING, but many don't know of his significant  contributions to the GREEN LANTERN franchise. We shine the light on how Alan quietly transformed the legend & legacy of DC's Iconic Emerald Knights! 

X-MEN:One Perfect Year! Marvel's Mighty Mutants rose to unprecedented heights when an animator from Lord Of The Rings arrived to take the helm. The legend of Paul Smith and his seminal year on X-Men is discussed complete with excerpts from his first interview. Also, Ed Piskor, Diamond's bankruptcy and Neil Gaiman controversy!

Here comes 2025 as Jim Lee returns to Batman! Marvel counters with a new Spider Man! Part 2 of our conversation with retailer and convention promoter Jimmy Jay provides new fresh insights and bold predictions!