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In this episode, Corinna Bechko joins Josh and Brandon to talk about her upcoming Oni Press + Archie Comics series Sabrina The Teenage Witch. Corinna is a Hugo and Eisner-nominated New York Times best-selling author who has worked for numerous publishers including DC, Marvel, Oni, Dark Horse, BOOM! and Sideshow. This Fall, Oni Press is launching a new line of Archie comic series and collections. Corinna is the writer of the new Sabrina The Teenage Witch ongoing series debuting in October with art by Kano and Nick Cagnetti. If you enjoy this podcast, please consider donating. Follow Archie and Me on Instagram, Bluesky, and Facebook. Podcast cover art by Sacha Jones
Nathan Fillion is bringing Guy Gardner to DC Studios' animated Mister Miracle, and showrunner Tom King says the character's over the top energy is exactly why it works. It is also one more piece of proof that James Gunn's promise about the DCU's animated and live action sides being one universe is holding.Fillion is the first voice actor officially announced for Mister Miracle, the adult animated series based on the Eisner winning 12 issue run by Tom King and Mitch Gerads. This is not Fillion's first trip through the Green Lantern Corps either, since he spent years voicing Hal Jordan across DC's animated films before Gunn cast him as Guy in live action. King, who serves as showrunner and executive producer on the series, told Entertainment Weekly that Guy's tone lands even in a very different show because that is simply who the character is. The bigger story is continuity. Rick Flag Sr. was voiced by Frank Grillo in Creature Commandos and played by Frank Grillo in Superman, and now Guy Gardner is jumping mediums with the same actor attached. Mister Miracle follows Scott Free and Big Barda trying to live quietly on Earth while Darkseid and the war between Apokolips and New Genesis close in, and King has already teased that the Darkseid casting will surprise people. No premiere date yet, with Titmouse handling animation for DC Studios and Warner Bros. Animation.0:00 Nathan Fillion cast as Guy Gardner in Mister Miracle0:08 Fillion's history voicing Hal Jordan in DC animation0:17 Tom King on why Guy fits the tone of the show0:24 Animation and live action staying connected in the DCU0:35 Who else could cross over and what to watch for nextNews source: GeekFreaksPodcast.comIf this one hit right, hit follow on Apple Podcasts or Spotify so new Headlines drops land in your feed automatically. Leaving a rating and a quick review is the single fastest way to help other geeks find the show. Share this episode with the friend who has been arguing about DCU continuity all year and tag it #GeekFreaks.Instagram: @GeekFreaksPodcastTikTok: @GeekFreaksPodcastTwitter: @GeekFreaksPodThreads: https://www.threads.net/@geekfreakspodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thegeekfreakspodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/GeekFreakspodcastIf you read the Tom King and Mitch Gerads run, what part are you most excited to see animated? And who do you want showing up next in the DCU crossover pipeline? Drop it in the comments or send it in on any of our socials and we will read the best ones on a future episode.ChaptersListen, Rate, ShareFollow Geek FreaksYour Turn
In 1984, the Walt Disney Company was worth more dead than alive. Disney Animation — the heart of Walt's famous flywheel — had stagnated for years, bleeding away talent while corporate raiders circled, salivating over offers to sell off the film library to MGM and offload the parks to hotel operators. But what followed instead was the greatest turnaround in media history under Michael Eisner and Frank Wells. Beauty and the Beast. The Lion King. Broadway. Bringing the Disney Vault home on VHS and DVD. And the greatest media acquisition of all time — ESPN.And then... it all almost fell apart. Again. Euro Disney turned into a money pit. Boardroom and executive infighting ran rampant. Animation descended into a dumpster fire. (Remember Chicken Little? Us neither.) Comcast — Comcast!! — tried to steal the company via a hostile takeover. Out of the chaos, a new generation of Disney management emerged under Bob Iger to stage yet another epic comeback with Pixar, Marvel and Lucasfilm, creating the defining media empire of the 21st century…until the tech companies came along. Tune in for the ultimate Acquired thrill ride: Disney, Part II.Sponsors:Many thanks to our fantastic Fall '26 Season partners:SierraSentryWorkOSAnthropicLinks:Sign up for email updates, get our takeaways and research photos from each episode, and vote on future topics!The Official Acquired Meetup on Sept 17th with our friends at Sentry. Join us!The Acquired Disney Part II Companion PDFWorldly Partners' Multi-Decade Disney StudyAll episode sourcesCarve Outs:Warby Parker Transitions Extra ActiveMichael Arndt's Toy Story 3 Story PresentationThe Golden State ValkyriesMore Acquired:Get email updates and vote on future episodes!Join the SlackCheck out the latest swag in the ACQ Merch Store!00:00:00 Start00:00:50 Intro00:05:07 Disney in Chaos (1984)00:11:33 Eisner, Wells, Katzenberg Arrive (1984)00:24:30 Animation Renaissance & CAPS Tech (1989)00:37:33 Flywheel Extensions: Home Video, Retail & Broadway00:54:32 Challenges & ABC/ESPN Acquisition (1994-1995)01:05:55 ESPN: Disney's Accidental Goldmine01:21:26 Eisner's Decline & Save Disney Campaign (2001-2004)01:34:53 Comcast Hostile Takeover Bid (2004)01:41:58 Bob Iger's Vision & Pixar Acquisition (2005-2006)01:52:17 Pixar: From Lucasfilm to Steve Jobs (1979-1995)02:03:11 Toy Story, IPO & Eisner Conflict (1995)02:34:30 Disney Acquires Pixar (2006)02:46:37 Marvel & Lucasfilm Acquisitions (2009-2012)02:58:01 Streaming Pivot: Cord Cutting & BAMTech (2015)03:06:30 The Disney+ Strategy & FOX Acquisition (2017-2019)03:19:01 The Disney+ Launch, COVID, & Chapek's Tenure (2019-2022)03:42:15 Iger's Return, Challenges & Parks Revival (2022-2026)03:50:54 The Business Today: Parks & Streaming Focus03:59:22 Analysis: Disney+ Strategy & The New Media Landscape04:10:01 Analysis: Bull/Bear Cases04:21:20 Quintessence04:24:39 Carve-Outs + OutroNote: Acquired hosts and guests may hold assets discussed in this episode. This podcast is not investment advice, and is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. You should do your own research and make your own independent decisions when considering any financial transactions.
Eisner Award-winning comics journalist and podcaster David Harper joins the Dollar Bin Bandits for a wide-ranging conversation about the comics industry, the cultural impact of the medium, and the work behind his acclaimed website, SKTCHD, and long-running podcast, Off Panel. Fresh off his Eisner win for Best Comics-Related Periodical/Journalism, David discusses his approach to interviewing creators, covering the business and culture of comics, and what he's learned from years of conversations with an incredible lineup of guests from across the industry. Along the way, we celebrate David's dedication to the creative world we all love, the impressive body of work he's built, and his continued drive to be one of the most thoughtful and distinctive voices in comics journalism. You can read David's work and subscribe to SKTCHD at sktchd.com, and listen to Off Panel wherever you get your podcasts. Follow David on Bluesky at @davidharper.bsky.social and on Instagram at @slicedfriedgold. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Memoria (@memoriamatters) and the lads grab their tiny vests and make for Duloc as they cover the movie that launched a thousand memes: Shrek. Topics include William Steig's original book, the politics of Disney in the 90s, and what it means to discover the truth buried deep in the heart of Shrek. Memoria: YouTube // Twitch gl;hf podcast: the world's first podcast in video games Media Referenced in this Episode: Shrek. Dir. Andrew Adamson and Vicky Jenson. 2001. Shrek! by William Steig. Farrar, Straus, and Giroux. 1990. “The Agony and Shrekstasy: The Unlikely Legacy of America's Favorite Ogre” by Jonathan Parks Ramage. Vice. April 22nd, 2016. “The Epic Disney Blow-Up of 1994: Eisner, Katzenberg and Ovitz 20 Years Later” by Kim Masters. The Hollywood Reporter. April 9th, 2014. Fairy Tales Transformed? Twenty-First Century Adaptations & the Politics of Wonder by Cristina Bacchilega. Wayne State University Press. 2013. Shrek Retold TWOAPW theme by Brendan Dalton: Patreon // brendan-dalton.com // brendandalton.bandcamp.com Interstitial: “The Exclusive Access Hollywood Interview of Shrek” // Written by Brian Alford and A.J. Ditty // feat. A.J. Ditty as “Billy Bush” and Brian Alford as “Shrek” Credits: Episode and Interstitial Edited by: Brian Alford Produced by Josh Boerman, A.J. Ditty, and Brian Alford. This podcast was recorded under a SAG-AFTRA Agreement.
In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts co-hosts welcome special guest Dan Goldman (founder - Kinjin Story Lab, writer/illustrator - Eisner-nominated Red Light Properties: Unfinished Business) and Christof Bogacs (writer - Lex Luthor: Diabolical Genius, Earth of Chris Cleevy) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including the highlights of SDCC 2026, the new documentary spotlighting comics legend Bill Sienkiewicz, and the MCU debate over Doctor Doom and Thanos.
Show Notes 0:00: Justin and Helen finally share what they’ve been up to over the past few weeks, though most of Helen’s thoughts revolve around Otakon this year. Justin, on the other hand, got to talk about re-watching a Japanese drama classic…and its revival! News 26:44: Satomi U is going on maternity leave until mid-October, so her Heisei Haizan-hei ☆ Sumire-chan manga will be on a break until then; afro needs a bit of time to work on both mono and Laid-Back Camp, so they’ll be on break until further notice. 29:08: Composer Shiro Sagisu shared that his uncle and anime producer Masayasu Sagisu passed away at 93; The Twitter account for guitarist Mei Nekozuki announced from her family that she passed away. Licenses 30:57: With it being 801 Day, we had Boys Love announcements from SuBLime and Seven Seas: Fumi Tsuyuhisa's Robin at the Break of Dawn Ogeretsu Tanaka's Cake Dog Caramelized Yodaka Kuroi's Welcome to the Tiger Detective Agency rasu's A Paradise Reached Through Love AKI YUKURA's We, Pitiful Yet Beloved Micro Noici's DOGS OF TOSCA Sugar Satoh's Kitayama and Minamiya: Our First Year of Dating 32:46: Titan Manga announced exclusively on ANN that they've licensed Yoshikazu Kuwajima & Takahiro Seguchi's LastBoss LoveDeath; Cross Infinite World will be bringing over 4 light novels: Aoi Miyamae & Hatori Kyouka's Assassin Empress Bellreuge Saki Ichibu & Yukako Fujimura's From Bumbling Prodigy to Villainess: Will the Duke’s Love Go Unnoticed? Minato Minato & Tsukito's From Corporate Drone to Mincemaster! One Order of Dragon Coming Right Up! Len Kagizaki & Akira Shigaraki's The Villainess’ Journal: Newlywed Life of an Obsessive Researcher 33:55: A Sonic manga is now available to be read thanks to IDW; K MANGA has added Yū Taguchi’s Dazzling Spring Days, meanwhile Manga UP! has added a few works this past week; The Banana Fish turnaround continues as Anime Limited will release the anime on home media next year. 36:54: Justin and Helen cover the many announcements at SDCC and Otakon combined, and yes, after discussing Marvel’s new partnership with KADOKAWA and Akira Toriyama being inducted into the Eisner’s HOF, it was a good amount from an assortment of pubs: Yen Press: (38:55) Taiga Hattori & Rin Kawachi's Let’s Begin, a Battle Without the Hero (Yen On), yononaka's The Weakling Who Died a Million Times (Yen On), Nanaki Ichinose, Sango Sansan, & Noco Sugimachi's The Dragon Prince’s Ill-Mated Betrothal, Mamoru Hosoda’s Wolf Children: Ame & Yuki (Yen Audio), Uesu & Minori Chigusa's Watching the Angel Sleep, Drowning in Bed Together (Yen On), Teruya's Sharkmaid of the Shore, Akinoko's The Deskmate Cat and the Love Novice, Yatsuki Wakatsu, Nina Akabane, & Taku Haruno's The Villainesses Are Unwavering, Tomato Tri's Disenchantment Camera, Zoukoujo's Don’t Talk to Me, Sōichirō Yamamoto's Mane Mane Nichi Nichi: Baseball Manager Everyday, Katsuwo's #ImLookingForZombies: The Complete Omnibus, Haru Yuuki's My First Love With You Again, Tachibana Higuchi's Champignon WitchKodansha: (42:34) Hamuhamu's The Cat and Dog's Nine-Tailed Lives, Izu & Hagane's Kraken Mare, Kenji Tsurubuchi & Konata's Meaheim, yoruhashi's Rega in the Sleeping Forest, Shizuku Torii's I Love You, Please Dump Me, toreta's I Loved Him First!, Shuichi Shigeno's Subaru and Subaru; Box Set of Saka Mikami's The Fragrant Flower Blooms with Dignity; re-announced Gamon Sakurai's The POOL (first announced at SDCC 2024)UDON & Manga Mavericks Books: (44:36) Hiromi Matsuo’s Department Store Waltz and Rondo: The Ladies’ Graphic Magazine (both all-color manga and illustration book), Belles Ruelles (anthology manga series); Rin Kawano’s Our Insignificant Justice, launch of the Independent Manga AllianceMahjong Pros & Drawn and Quarterly: (48:30) Hiromi Aoyama &, Kazutoshi Yamane's Bird: Mahjong’s Deadliest vs The Master Illusionist, Yume Yamaguchi & Yadokugaeru's Akayoroshi: Hanafuda Shadow Games; Shigeo Ito’s Marmalade Princess, Sakaguchi Ango & Kondō Yōko’s One Woman and the War, Hinako Sugiura’s Lady HokusaiOmoi & Manga Mavericks Books at Otakon: (51:35) 54 Kodansha titles will be added to their service in the coming weeks as volume purchases; Shinji Wada's Delinquent Detective: Sukeban Deka; Zenzo's “Oni King” one-shot manga & Roid manga, Ippan Nakamura's Town Walking With Ghost DogAnimEigo & Discotek: (56:15) Antique Bakery, Dog of Flanders: The Movie, ReLIFE, Ruin Explorers: Fam & Ihrie, Welcome to Irabu’s Office; Digimon Frontier, Pani Poni Dash!, Lupin III: Part II & Lupin III: Zenigata and the 2 Lupins, Outlanders, Samurai Pizza Cats, Toradora!, The Big O, Argento Soma, Tales of the Abyss, Infinite Ryvius, Memories, Patlabor TV & the Patlabor movies, Penguindrum, Digimon Movies Collection 3 Streaming News 1:01:14: That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime: Tears of the Azure Sea, Assassination Classroom the Movie: Our Time, & Kamisama Kiss OADs have been added to Crunchyroll; but while CR added some anime, they’ve also taken away some anime too. 1:05:20: Netflix will stream the latest Gintama movie later this month; the remaining FBI Intervention episodes of Detective Conan are now on Netflix and Crunchyroll. 1:06:01: Oceanveil has added and will add more anime that are not 18+ to their service, with Level E being one title on their platform now. Helen then brings up something about DRAMAtical Murder that makes Justin freeze for all eternity. 1:07:44: Clockwork Girl will be made available for digital purchase by Aniplex in September; Neon Genesis Evangelion, Evangelion: Death (True)², & The End of Evangelion will be available on the Criterion Channel the first day of September; and Though Am I an Inept Villainess premiered with its English dub July 26…let’s just say it took some turns here and there before it came out! If there’s anything you’d like to share about the latest news or about the episode, please feel free to reach out to us on Twitter (@TheOASG) or comment below with your thoughts! The post TheOASG Podcast Episode 249: W-What’s Actually Happening in DRAMAtical Murder??? appeared first on TheOASG.
Jimmy attended San Diego Comic Con (SDCC) and got 10 interviews with the likes of Lauren Faust, Tini Howard, Abigail Hing Wen, Olivia Dufault, Renee Nault, Katie Skelly, Rich Ting, Nicole Goux/Dave Baker, Dr. Andrea Letamendi and Ben Raab/Deric Hughes/Willi Roberts. He also covered the press room roundtables for the animated series Batman: Caped Crusader with co-showrunners James Tucker and Geoffrey Thorne along with series voice actors Hamish Linklater, Jamie Chung and Matthew Needham. In this episode, you'll hear his interview with Nicole Goux and Dave Baker. They talk about their recent collab Punk'n Heads, how they work together, their individual work, Eisner nominations, Star Trek, And much more! Keep coming back over the next few weeks to hear all of the interviews from SDCC!
GET TO THE FIREWORKS FACTORY•Unpacking some questionable comics. •Batman Day 2026! •Upcoming events, plus a tease! •Cakeworthy. •Upcoming exterior transformation. •End-of-the-year ordering structure. •Comics talked about in this episode: SIX OF US #1 HAMMERFIST #1 TERMINAL #1 ---------- Contest of Challengers #791 This episode is dedicated to David Harper's Eisner win! Theme: Adam WarRock (with Mikal kHill) Intro: James VanOsdol (with Danhausen and Chris Jericho) Outro: James VanOsdol "Patrick" Voices: Richie Kotzen, Christopher Daniels, James Acaster, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), RJ City, Sebastian Bach, Arune Singh, James VanOsdol "Dal" Voices: James VanOsdol, RJ City, Dalton Castle, Sue Marasciulo (Trent's Mom), Kevin Conroy, Kris Statlander, Skye Blue, Bryce Remsberg, Arune Singh, Colt Cabana (both) Dal and Patrick Artwork: Bella Spagnuolo https://bellaspagnuoloart.myportfolio.com/ This episode was digitally edited by Cleanvoice. ----------Challengers Comics + Conversation 1845 N Western Ave • Chicago, IL 60647 773.278.0155 • ChallengersComics.com
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, please visit our Patreon. Ben Lindbergh brings on baseball-loving comic-book experts David Harper (of SKTCHD and Off Panel: A Comics Interview Podcast) and Tiffany Babb (of The Comics Courier, The Comics Staple, The Fan Files, and Interesting Jobs the Podcast) to assemble superpowered baseball teams. First they banter about Harrison Bader’s scooter troubles and David’s and Tiffany’s baseball/comic-book backgrounds, trade-deadline desires, and favorite baseball/comics crossovers. Then (37:20) they take turns filling out rosters from the ranks of Marvel/DC superheroes. Audio intro: Guy Russo, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Austin Klewan, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to Bader article 1 Link to Bader article 2 Link to Bader article 3 Link to another Bader report Link to 2014 Bader incident Link to Bumgarner story Link to Kent injury story 1 Link to Kent injury story 2 Link to Giants vehicular injuries Link to Bader suspension article Link to MLBTR on Bader’s suspension Link to Shanahan injury article Link to Midnight Sun Game Link to Midnight Sons wiki Link to Brand New Day box office Link to The Death of Superman wiki Link to Goldman on power levels Link to Granillo on baseball and supes 1 Link to Granillo on baseball and supes 2 Link to Granillo on baseball and supes 3 Link to superhero strength scale wiki Link to Peanuts podcast episode Link to Joe Shlabotnik wiki Link to Peanuts baseball analysis Link to FG on the Angels/Rangers trade Link to MLBTR on the Minter trade Link to West Coast Avengers Annual #2 Link to Bullseye bio Link to David’s Eisner acceptance speech Link to Eisner Awards wiki Link to SKTCHD Link to Off Panel Link to SKTCHD draft post Link to SKTCHD HoF post Link to SKTCHD Avengers post Link to Tiffany’s website Link to The Comics Courier Link to The Comics Staple Link to Interesting Jobs the Podcast Link to The Fan Files Link to The Fan Files Insta videos Link to The Fan Files TikTok videos Link to SI on baseball and superheroes 1 Link to SI on baseball and superheroes 2 Link to Clemens home run video Link to Clemens home run article Link to Clemens fun facts thread Link to ultimate grand slam wiki Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source
WEPAAAAA! 🚀ðŸ"¥ The Comic Crusaders Podcast is back and this episode is straight-up ELECTRIC as Al Mega sits down with Eisner-nominated creator Campbell Whyte to break down his latest graphic novel, Luna Express! This ain't your average comic conversation this is a full-on creative explosion. Campbell dives into the origins of Luna Express, a story that's been living in his head since he was a kid, and how it evolved into a visually wild, emotionally real, and unapologetically bold graphic novel. From magical girl chaos to real-world struggles, this episode hits on identity, purpose, and that "what am I doing with my life?" energy that so many readers connect with. Expect laughs, deep insights, and behind-the-scenes gems about building a story that blends humor, heart, and social commentary. Whether you're a comic fan, creator, or just someone trying to figure it all out this episode is for YOU. ðŸ'‰ Watch the full episode now and don't forget… The Crusade NEVER Ends! Follow Campbell on Social at: @campbellwhyte Visit the websites at: www.campbellwhyte.com www.milk-tooth.com www.pcaf.org.au Get your copy of Luna Express NOW Thank you for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Host Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: / comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega Want to create amazing live streams like ours? Then look no further than StreamYard! The BEST and EASIEST to use Streaming Solution on Earth! Check it out at: : https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6492786798886912
Author Samuel Sattin returns to the podcast to discuss Unico: Hunted and the latest installment, Unico: Lost. Joe and Sam explore how Unico's story has evolved, the challenge of honoring Osamu Tezuka's beloved character, and why young readers connect with stories that take their emotions and experiences seriously. They also talk about friendship, fear, kindness as a form of strength, and whether Unico might finally be able to break his curse. Enjoy! About Samuel Sattin Samuel Sattin is a best-selling, Eisner-nominated writer, editor, and narrative designer with over a decade of experience creating captivating and immersive stories across animation, comics, games, and publishing. As the writer of Scholastic's bestselling UNICO series in collaboration with Tezuka Productions and the Eisner Award-winning artist team Gurihiru, he reimagined Osamu Tezuka's beloved classic for a new generation. He also adapted Cartoon Saloon's Academy Award-nominated Irish Folklore Trilogy into acclaimed graphic novels and authored the Eisner-nominated BUZZING (Little Brown for Young Readers). About 'Unico 3: Lost' Unico's friends race to save him from the evil goddess Venus! Lost and alone in a windswept desert, Unico seeks help from the Fey queen Titania. But danger lurks. The goddess Venus and the monstrous hunter, Iver, remain bent on destroying Unico. Meanwhile, Starrow, a celestial scientist, trains Unico's friends, the cats Chloe and Toast, to travel across time and space. But can they reach Unico before Venus does? Conceived anew by Eisner-nominated author Samuel Sattin and Eisner-winning artist team Gurihiru, and developed in collaboration with Tezuka Productions, Unico: Lost is the third volume in a groundbreaking reboot of a beloved manga by Astro Boy creator Osamu Tezuka, the "God of Manga." With striking full-color artwork and reading left to right in the Western comics style to match the original manga, UNICO AWAKENING is a brilliant series featuring storytelling at its best. Join Unico on an unforgettable journey! Make sure to check out the Dtalkspodcast.com website! Thanks to Empire Toys for this episode of the podcast! Nostalgia is something everyone loves and Empire Toys in Keller Texas is on nostalgia overload. With toys and action figures from the 70's, 80's, 90's, and today, Empire Toys is a one-stop-shop for a trip down memory lane and a chance to reclaim what was once yours (but likely sold at a garage sale) Check out Empire Toys on Facebook, Instagram, or at TheEmpireToys.com AND Thanks to Self Unbound for this episode of the podcast: Your quality of life: physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually, is a direct reflection of the level of abundant energy, ease, and connection your nervous system has to experience your life! At Self Unbound, your nervous system takes center stage as we help unbind your limited healing potential through NetworkSpinal Care. Access the first steps to your Unbound journey by following us on Facebook, Instagram, or at www.selfunbound.com
We talk with Neil Cohn, an Eisner-nominated cognitive scientist who looks at how our brains perceive comics. His latest book, Speaking in Pictures, challenges the conventional understandings of how pictures communicate, how people learn to draw, and the nature of language itself. And Peanuts was fundamental to his ground-breaking research. https://www.visuallanguagelab.com/ @neilcohn.bsky.social @thevisuallinguist on Instagram Transcript available at UnpackingPeanuts.com Jimmy's, Michael's, and Harold's books are available at UnpackingPeanuts.com/store. Unpacking Peanuts is copyright Jimmy Gownley, Michael Cohen, Harold Buchholz, and Liz Sumner. Produced and edited by Liz Sumner. Music by Michael Cohen. Additional voiceover by Aziza Shukralla Clark. For more from the show follow @unpackpeanuts on Instagram and Threads, and @unpackingpeanuts on Facebook, Blue Sky, and YouTube. For more about Jimmy, Michael, and Harold, visit unpackingpeanuts.com. Thanks for listening.
Cartoonist Daniel Warren Johnson joins Dave to announce Chainkata, his ambitious, decade-in-the-making new sci-fi series from Image. Chicks with chainsaws! Johnson shares the origin of the book's chainsaw-wielding heroine and the experimental color techniques that brought it to life. The two discuss inspiration drawn from Richard Corben and manga masters, the emotional weight of his Eisner winning Absolute Batman Annual, and the meditative pull of the golf course. Plus, Long Island Bagels, Joe Madureira, Original art, and Frank Thorne's Red Sonja.Chainkata will be available through Image comics in November 2026. Join the Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirecteditiondirecteditionpodcast.com
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In the early 2000s, Disney was on the brink of collapse. Shareholders were revolting. Morale was at an all-time low. The board finally forced out longtime CEO Michael Eisner. Here's what makes that story fascinating. Eisner's first decade was historic. His last was abysmal. Same man. Same company. So what changed? Disney grew. Eisner never grew with it. Every decision, every ride, every film had to run through his micromanaging leadership. That style worked when the company was smaller. It was destroying them two decades later. Enter Bob Iger. In his memoir, The Ride of a Lifetime, Iger describes building his entire vision around three clear priorities. That vision transformed the company. Iger understood something Eisner never did: what got Disney here wouldn't get Disney there. They didn't need an updated Mickey. They needed an updated method. Churches face the same tension. By God's grace, our church is growing. But the win isn't a bigger crowd. It's deeper formation. People embracing the practices of Jesus. Generational patterns changing. Men and women stepping into their calling. And that kind of growth forces an honest question: can the methods that got us here faithfully take us there? Part of the fear around growth is legitimate. Growth can veer into vanity. A pastor gets an ego, a church chases numbers, the mission gets lost. That danger is real and worth guarding against. But there's another challenge we don't talk about nearly as often. Growth creates complexity. More people means more stories, more needs, more questions. It's like moving from two kids to three. You go from man-on-man to zone defense. So how does a growing church organize itself around spiritual formation? Paul answers that exact question in Ephesians 4. Serving Grace Everything hangs on one sentence: “Grace was given to each one of us” (Ephesians 4:7). In the first half of Ephesians, Paul celebrates saving grace. That's what most of us think of when we see the word. Without it, we're separated from God. It comes by His mercy, not our merit. But here, Paul shifts to serving grace. Saving grace gives us a place in God's family. Serving grace gives us a purpose in God's family. We aren't just recipients of grace. We become participants in it. And who receives this serving grace? Each one of us. Not the professionals. Not just the staff. Every follower of the Way. Paul even quotes Psalm 68 with a twist. The original says the King received gifts from people. Paul writes that Jesus gave gifts to people. This King isn't just here to receive. He's so generous, He distributes His ministry through His whole Body. Five Ways Of Seeing Then Paul does something surprising. Instead of listing abilities, he lists people: apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers. Notice this isn't a list of the ministers. It's a list of the equippers. The leaders equip. The saints minister. Without that understanding, churches make attenders, not disciples. Here's one way to grasp these five gifts. They can all walk into the same church, look at the same people, and notice something different. The apostle says we need to build and multiply. The prophet says we need to hear from God and pursue holiness. The evangelist says we need to reach the lost. The pastor says we need to care for and protect people. The teacher says we need to understand and live God's truth. None of them are wrong. Each sees a different part of what the Body needs. The problem comes when we assume what we see is all there is to see. The prophet needs the shepherd. The evangelist needs the teacher. We need each other because the Church needs all of Jesus. Your Next Step This is why we've built a Discipleship Pathway around teaching, community, and practice. It's not a shift away from anything. It's a step further in. The goal is simple: deepen your discipleship and develop your gift for the Body. You can't choose your gift. You discern it. Through prayer, practice, and community, you discover where God has empowered you to serve others. So here's the question worth praying over: what's your next step on the pathway? Formation doesn't run through a handful of people at the top. Grace was given to each one of us. Including you.
What Got Us Here Won't Get Us ThereIn the early 2000s, Disney was on the brink of collapse. Shareholders were revolting. Morale was at an all-time low. The board finally forced out longtime CEO Michael Eisner.Here's what makes that story fascinating. Eisner's first decade was historic. His last was abysmal. Same man. Same company. So what changed?Disney grew. Eisner never grew with it. Every decision, every ride, every film had to run through his micromanaging leadership. That style worked when the company was smaller. It was destroying them two decades later.Enter Bob Iger. In his memoir, The Ride of a Lifetime, Iger describes building his entire vision around three clear priorities. That vision transformed the company. Iger understood something Eisner never did: what got Disney here wouldn't get Disney there. They didn't need an updated Mickey. They needed an updated method.Churches face the same tension.By God's grace, our church is growing. But the win isn't a bigger crowd. It's deeper formation. People embracing the practices of Jesus. Generational patterns changing. Men and women stepping into their calling.And that kind of growth forces an honest question: can the methods that got us here faithfully take us there?Part of the fear around growth is legitimate. Growth can veer into vanity. A pastor gets an ego, a church chases numbers, the mission gets lost. That danger is real and worth guarding against.But there's another challenge we don't talk about nearly as often. Growth creates complexity. More people means more stories, more needs, more questions. It's like moving from two kids to three. You go from man-on-man to zone defense.So how does a growing church organize itself around spiritual formation? Paul answers that exact question in Ephesians 4.Serving GraceEverything hangs on one sentence: “Grace was given to each one of us” (Ephesians 4:7).In the first half of Ephesians, Paul celebrates saving grace. That's what most of us think of when we see the word. Without it, we're separated from God. It comes by His mercy, not our merit.But here, Paul shifts to serving grace. Saving grace gives us a place in God's family. Serving grace gives us a purpose in God's family. We aren't just recipients of grace. We become participants in it.And who receives this serving grace? Each one of us. Not the professionals. Not just the staff. Every follower of the Way.Paul even quotes Psalm 68 with a twist. The original says the King received gifts from people. Paul writes that Jesus gave gifts to people. This King isn't just here to receive. He's so generous, He distributes His ministry through His whole Body.Five Ways Of SeeingThen Paul does something surprising. Instead of listing abilities, he lists people: apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers.Notice this isn't a list of the ministers. It's a list of the equippers. The leaders equip. The saints minister. Without that understanding, churches make attenders, not disciples.Here's one way to grasp these five gifts. They can all walk into the same church, look at the same people, and notice something different. The apostle says we need to build and multiply. The prophet says we need to hear from God and pursue holiness. The evangelist says we need to reach the lost. The pastor says we need to care for and protect people. The teacher says we need to understand and live God's truth.None of them are wrong. Each sees a different part of what the Body needs. The problem comes when we assume what we see is all there is to see. The prophet needs the shepherd. The evangelist needs the teacher. We need each other because the Church needs all of Jesus.Your Next StepThis is why we've built a Discipleship Pathway around teaching, community, and practice. It's not a shift away from anything. It's a step further in. The goal is simple: deepen your discipleship and develop your gift for the Body.You can't choose your gift. You discern it. Through prayer, practice, and community, you discover where God has empowered you to serve others.So here's the question worth praying over: what's your next step on the pathway? Formation doesn't run through a handful of people at the top. Grace was given to each one of us. Including you.
We had the best time chatting with the absolute icon that is THE Barbara Perez Marquez! We can't wait for you all to join us, but first, here's more about Barbara:Barbara Perez Marquez was born and raised in the Dominican Republic, now she lives in the USA. She holds an MFA in Creative Writing and writes short and long-form fiction. During her career, she has also been an editor, translator, and even a sensitivity reader for several publications and projects. Her work was first featured in a student collection in the 7th grade, which inspired her desire to become a writer. Since then, she's been featured in a number of literary journals, as well as anthologies. You can find her among the creators behind The Cardboard Kingdom, the Eisner-nominated graphic novel series about a neighborhood of kids having amazing adventures with cardboard. Her next graphic novel, The Library of Memories, is out in 2026.Find Barbara: https://www.mustachebabs.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/mustachebabs/
Please remember to rate and review our podcast!Check out your YouTube channel @comadresycomics CHISME DE LA SEMANA: A lot of SDCC 2026 chisme! Marvel returns to Hall H! Stephanie Williams Image Panel and some Dungeon Crawler Carl chisme! ON MY RADAR: Witness Point #1-From the minds of Nathan Fillion (Firefly, Castle) and Heath Corson (Animal Kingdom, Minor Threats) and illustrated by Soo Lee (Carmilla: The First Vampire), comes a new modern noir series full of mystery, murder, and the chaos of a small town caught up in a massive government screw up. Buffy the Vampire Slayer #1 is a fresh comic book series from Dynamite Entertainment. Written by Eisner-winner Kelly Thompson with art by Stephen Byrne.BOOK REVIEW: The Last Paletero on the Block is a hit indie comic series created by John Avina with art by Joe Amorim and Marcos Rosado. The story uniquely mashes up action, superhero parodies, and supernatural elements with the everyday realities of Latino culture. @avinacomics www.avinacomics.comEN LA LIBRERIA: Thanks! Romina - Vol. 1 - A workplace comedy where our hero, Romina, must prove to herself (and everyone else) that she can hack it in cutthroat Los Angeles. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thanksrominavol1/thanks-romina-vol-1www.gingerrabbitstudio.com @giuliespezianiJUNTOS Y FUERTES: SHEROCON 2026 - SheroCon 2026 will take place on Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM at the incredible Valley Relics Museum in Van Nuys!Created as a day to celebrate the women who have trailblazed their way to success in comics, film, gaming, manga/anime, and creative technology, SheroCon returns for its fourth year as a free, family-friendly event for everyone who loves Sheros. C3 & C4 Entrance on, 7900 Balboa Blvd, Stagg St, Van Nuys, CA 91406 www.sherocomics.com @sherogames @sherocomicsSALUDOS: R.I.P. Sam Neill Follow us on socials @comadresycomics Visit our website comadresycomics.comProduced by Comadres y Comics Podcast
Legendary writer Brian Michael Bendis joins Dave to discuss his return to Marvel, and the upcoming animated series of Powers in development at Netflix. Bendis reflects on co-creating Miles Morales, Jessica Jones, and Riri Williams (Ironheart), the Jewish roots of American comics from Kirby to Eisner, and the early-2000s Marvel bullpen with Joe Quesada. The two discuss the nuances of Bendis' process, the importance of collaboration, and how independent horror films like Obsession are echoing the scrappy independent films that reshaped Hollywood in the 1970s.Check out Brian's work - https://www.jinxworld.com/Follow Brian on IG https://www.instagram.com/brianmbendisDirecteditionpodcast.comhttps://www.patreon.com/davengersdirectedition
Jim Hill and Lauren Hersey kick off this week's I Want That Too with a post-Fourth-of-July check-in, one very late ghost train, and a look ahead to Disney's fast-arriving Halloween season. They dig into the latest D23: The Ultimate Fan Event merchandise previews, the surprisingly early Walt Disney World Halloween drop, and the return of 1990s-style Disney windbreakers. Then Jim explains how Disney's moderate and value resorts reshaped Walt Disney World's future, from Caribbean Beach and Port Orleans to the rise of the All-Star Resorts. NEWS • D23: The Ultimate Fan Event merchandise gets a stronger branded push this year, with new collections from Loungefly, Lug, Spirit Jersey, Nike, Lululemon, and more. • Disney's WED Enterprises and Walt's Office collections are drawing early collector buzz, including items inspired by Walt Disney's everyday satchel and chili recipe. • Halloween merchandise has arrived at Walt Disney World earlier than ever, including Headless Horseman apparel, Cutie Ghost items, and a curious villains-as-beverages design. • Lauren compares Disney's 2025 and 2026 Halloween merch timelines and asks whether August Halloween parties have permanently changed the retail calendar. • Retro 1990s-style Disney windbreakers are back at Disney Springs, raising a bigger question about which Disney Parks souvenirs from that era became true collectibles. FEATURE • Jim traces how Michael Eisner and the Bass brothers changed Walt Disney World's hotel strategy by keeping more guests and more vacation dollars on property. • The story begins with Caribbean Beach Resort, Disney World's first moderate resort, and its strategic location near EPCOT, Disney-MGM Studios, Typhoon Lagoon, and Pleasure Island. • Port Orleans and Dixie Landings expanded Disney's moderate resort footprint, giving the company thousands of additional rooms aimed at a different vacation budget. • The All-Star Resorts were Disney's answer to Kissimmee and St. Cloud value hotels, bringing oversized icons, lower nightly rates, and a distinctly Eisner-era design language to the property. • Jim shares a backstage story about spotting Michael Eisner's All-Star Music test room, complete with the giant maraca that would later define the resort's look. HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia, Instagram: @JimHillMedia, Website: jimhillmedia.com • Lauren Hersey - X/Twitter: @laurenhersey2, Instagram: @lauren_hersey_ FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR Before you book your next Disney or Universal vacation, visit UnlockedMagic.com. Powered by the same trusted team behind the DVC Rental Store, Unlocked Magic helps guests save on theme park tickets and make their next Central Florida trip a little more magical. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
OK sorry again, we skipped another week. This podcasting racket sucks!!!! Thankfully this week's guest doesn't suck. Colin Blanchette is the editor and publisher of Canon, a comic zine filled with articles, interviews, and reviews. When not busy working at Fantagraphics, Colin spends his evenings overseeing one of the best zines in the market filled with thoughtful insight created from the perspective of real lovers of the medium. We talk about how Canon was born, his time owning and operating restaurants in the greatest Seattle area, his evolution as a comic fan, and what it means to earn an Eisner nomination for his zine. Follow Colin on Instagram @loadingthecanon. Questions? Comments? Suggestions? Email us at gutterboyspodcast@gmail.com and we'll read it on the next episode, or give the Gutter Boys a follow on Instagram and Twitter (JB: @mortcrimpjr; Cam: @camdelrosario). And of course, please rate, review, like, share, and subscribe on your preferred podcast platform and help grow the Gutter Gang Nation! If you're feeling generous, subscribe to our Patreon at patreon.com/gutterboys (or gutterboys.top) and browse our different subscription tiers to receive exclusive merch, behind-the-scenes comic process updates, bonus episodes, plus much more! Support this podcast: https://gutterboyspodcast.podbean.com/
Mike, Nick, and Brian each discuss a comic from the 2026 Eisner nominees for the IRCB Reading Challenge, Nick's Apple TV+ subscription, and what influence the Eisners has on their reading habits. Check out the 2026 IRCB Reading Challenge: Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/topic/show/23718934-2026-reading-challenge---discussion-thread Story Graph: https://app.thestorygraph.com/reading_challenges/92bfe182-4dc9-47ae-ad55-0ecf18ccdba2 Timestamps: 00:00:00 - Start/Last Week in Comics 00:00:58 - Nick Shills for Apple - 10 hours NO LOOP 00:06:03 - Crownsville 00:19:49 - A Wizard of Earthsea 00:29:38 - Raised By Ghosts 00:38:04 - M1: Monster Racing League #1 00:41:08 - The Fourth Father 00:43:17 - Red Roots #3 00:50:53 - The Eisner's Discussion 01:00:35 - Wrap Producer: Mike RapinPost Production & Social Media: Kait Lamphere, Daniel MartinezEditor: Zander Riggs Music provided by Infinity Shred. Find them on Bandcamp.IRCB Avatars by @ICELEVELIRCB Logo by Kyle RoseSupport us on Patreon to get access to our Patreon-only series: IRCB Movie Club, Saga of Saga, Giant Days of Our Lives, A Better Batmobile, and more! patreon.com/ircbpodcastBuy a copy of our anniversary zine Totally Not A Cult: https://ircbpodcast.com/shop/p/totally-not-a-cult-zine-1Email: ircbpodcast@gmail.comTwitter: @ircbpodcastInstagram: @ircbpodcastDiscord: discordapp.com/invite/E8JUB9sReddit: ireadcomicbooks.reddit.comIRCB GoodreadsMerch: ircbpodcast.com/shop
This week Conor McCreery returns to the Part-Time Fanboy podcast! Hot off of his Eisner nomination for Fela: Music is the Weapon, Conor comes back to the Part-Time Fanboy clubhouse to chat about his latest release, the collected edition of The Last Witch: Blood and Betrayal. Kristian and Conor discussed the first issue of the […]
From speaking at three major wealth management conferences in a single quarter to mapping out a pattern that's already reshaped accounting and is now creeping into law and the trades, Corey Kupfer breaks down the barbell effect and what business owners should be doing now to avoid getting caught in the middle. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: In this episode, you'll discover what the barbell effect is and why it shows up across industries once consolidation and outside capital enter the picture, how accounting's shift from the Big Eight to the Big Four foreshadows what may be coming in wealth management, and why most deals positioned as mergers are actually acquisitions in disguise. Corey explains why firms stuck in the middle face higher overhead than small competitors and fewer resources than large ones, and how the same dynamic is showing up in the trades, from roofing to electrical. KEY INSIGHTS: The barbell effect describes what happens as an industry consolidates: large, well funded firms on one end, small boutique firms on the other, and the middle becoming the hardest place to operate, with higher overhead than small competitors and fewer resources than large ones. The accounting industry offers a preview of where wealth management may be headed. Corey points to the shift from the Big Eight to the Big Four, and to firms like Eisner and Amper merging to compete at a higher level, along with Apria's growth through acquisition. In legal, only attorneys can own law firms in most states, but Corey describes private equity entering through a managed services model similar to healthcare, where a non-legal company runs the back office while attorneys retain ownership of the practice. Corey shares a comment from his Entrepreneurs Organization lawyers group, that it is much easier to run a law firm under two million dollars or over ten million dollars in revenue than to be stuck in the middle, connecting this to the crossing the chasm dynamic of investing ahead of payoff. Drawing on NAPFA in Minneapolis, Corey notes many members are choosing not to sell to PE backed aggregators, even leaving value on the table, out of concern for fiduciary alignment, while noting he is relaying their perspective rather than judging it. He also points out most "mergers" are actually acquisitions, cites the 2026 Advisor Growth Strategies Report and DeVoe's data showing fewer buyers chasing more sellers and average seller AUM crossing a billion dollars, and closes by noting the same barbell dynamic in the trades, where consolidators and mom and pop firms both persist while the middle gets squeezed. Perfect for RIA owners weighing independence, succession, or sale, leaders of growing companies assessing their industry's consolidation cycle, and anyone navigating competition in the middle market. FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE: https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/barbelleffect FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/ https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today! Episode Highlights with Timestamps [00:00:04] - Introduction: the barbell effect and why Corey is talking about it now [00:04:23] - The NAPFA community conversation on succession and exit options aligned with values [00:08:37] - What the barbell effect is and why the middle becomes the hardest place to compete [00:12:21] - Why it's easier to run a law firm under two million or over ten million in revenue than to be stuck in the middle [00:16:14] - NAPFA advisors and the choice to stay independent from PE backed aggregators[00:19:55] - The barbell effect in the trades: roofing, gutters, and electrical consolidation[00:21:55] - Planning for industry evolution instead of being surprised by it Host Bio Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker with more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Show Description Do you want your business to grow faster? The DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer reveals how successful entrepreneurs and business leaders use strategic deals to accelerate growth. From large mergers and acquisitions to capital raising, joint ventures, strategic alliances, real estate deals, and more, this show discusses the full spectrum of deal-driven growth strategies. Get the confidence to pursue deals that will help your company scale faster. Related Episodes Episode 350 - Tom Dillon: Building a firm positioned for acquisition and succession Episode 339 - Solocast 74: Building your G2 and creating optionality for internal successionEpisode 331 - Solocast 72: Reading macro and industry trends without letting personal views distort business decisionsEpisode 327 - Solocast 71: Using authority marketing to build relationships and deal flow Keywords/Tags barbell effect, industry consolidation, RIA independence, private equity wealth management, mergers and acquisitions, internal succession planning, mergers of equals, middle market squeeze, fiduciary advisors, NAPFA, accounting industry consolidation, legal industry private equity, managed services organization, crossing the chasm, RIA exit planning, trades industry consolidation, deal driven growth, 2026 advisor growth strategies, business positioning strategy, exit strategy planning
San Diego Comic-Con is just a month away, so we should pay attention to the Eisner nominations, which highlight the best of the best in comic books. We look at some select categories and make our points for who should win. DC had a little trouble with a recent Supergirl print that had to be pulled from a web store. The next WCPE Book Club selection is Spider-Man Blue from Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale. Give this a read and join in on our discussion later this month. We have our weekly Pick 3 choices, sponsored by our friends at Clint's Comics. Plus, we have a new trivia question. We would love to hear your comments on the show. Let us know what you've been reading or watching this week. Contact us on our website, Facebook, Instagram, or by email. We want to hear from you! As always, we are the Worst. Comic. Podcast. EVER! and we hope you enjoy the show. The Worst. Comic. Podcast. EVER! is proudly sponsored by Clint's Comics, 815 N Noland Road in Independence, Missouri. Whether it is new comics, trade paperbacks, action figures, statues, posters, or T-shirts, the friendly and knowledgeable staff can help you find exactly what you need. You should also know that Clint's Comics has the most extensive collection of back issues in the metro area. If you need to find a particular book to complete a title's run, head to Clint's or check out their website at clintscomics.com. Tell them that the Worst. Comic. Podcast. EVER! sent you.
When I hear Monsters and love in the same sentence, I am in there like swimwear. I love monsters. But I love that monsters are such a powerful storytelling tool to discuss the other, identity, and queerness. In the Tiny Onion and Dark Horse Pride anthology Monsters in Love, we see a cavalcade of some of the best creators in comics telling stories of love, loss, and so much more using every type of monster imaginable. This year, we were lucky enough to get together with 11 of the creatives who worked on the book to talk about it. We all talked about sandwiches first before diving into conversations about queerness, storytelling, bears, and so much more. We speak with: Jadzia Axelrod Vita Ayala Zoe Tunnell Aditya Bidikar Bradley Clayton Sina Grace Jacoby Salcedo Lee Knox Ostertag Ed Luce Josh Trujillo Vash Taylor About Monsters in Love We need love and monsters now more than ever!!! Beloved anthology Monsters In Love turns romance comics on their ogre-sized head with 10 swoon-worthy stories by fan-favorite LGBTQIA+ creators, including James Tynion IV, Jadzia Axelrod, Vita Ayala, Zoe Tunnell, Sina Grace, Josh Trujillo, Claudia Aguirre, Tench, and many others, just in time for Pride Month. This super-sized special also includes a framing story by the creative team from The Oddly Pedestrian Life of Christopher Chaos! It's an 80-page one-shot for less than 10 bucks! From the New York Times and multi-Eisner award-winning best-selling author James Tynion IV and Tate Brombal. About Dark Horse: Dark Horse Comics is a publisher based in Milwaukie, Oregon, in the Portland metro area. Founded in 1986 by Mike Richardson, Dark Horse publishes creator-owned and licensed comics and art books, manga and other international titles, prose books, and products such as statues, figures, and accessories. These items are available through retailers, including comic shops and bookstores worldwide. About Tiny Onion: Tiny Onion is an independent production house from the mind of James Tynion IV, co-creator of critically acclaimed comic book bestsellers Something is Killing the Children, The Department of Truth, The Nice House on the Lake, and many more. Learn more and reach out on the home site below.
Today's show is sponsored by Huion, makers of the Huion Kamvas 22 (Gen 3) — a 21.5" pen display with a gorgeous 2.5K screen and really smooth performance. Bottom line: it feels great to draw on — and it punches way above its price. • Check it out at https://comiclabshop.com • Use code COMICLAB5 for an exclusive 5% discount! (Valid through June 14th) This week, Dave returns from Alaska Comics Camp — https://minicon.alaskarobotics.com/comics-camp/ — with a glowing review of what he calls one of the most meaningful experiences of his professional life. He explains how the camp blends education, community, mentorship, and artistic growth in a remote setting that forces attendees to disconnect from technology and reconnect with one another. Along the way, Brad and Dave discuss what makes the camp special, the value of peer-to-peer learning, the recent panic over Kickstarter's updated NSFW guidelines, Eisner nominations, and the realities of pursuing recognition in comics. Alaska Comics Camp Alaska Robotics Comics Camp is a four-night creative retreat in the southeast Alaska rainforest for comics pros, visual storytellers, and adjacent creators — writers, game devs, filmmakers, journalists, musicians, and more. You have to apply to attend. It's not a standard “buy a badge and show up” event; accepted campers attend after the Alaska Robotics Mini-Con in Juneau. Cost: Camp is listed at $800, which includes four nights of lodging, meals, and transportation to/from downtown Juneau. Financial aid is available, and asking for aid does not affect application review. What to expect: workshops, presentations, peer conversations, campfires, board games, hanging out, and wandering through the woods and nearby ocean beach — basically “a professional development conference for people who don't like conference rooms.” Comfort level: rustic but not brutal — heated cabins, bunk beds with mattresses, flushing toilets, hot showers, power outlets, meals, snacks, coffee/tea, towels, and comfort items are provided. There's no regular Wi-Fi or cell service at camp, though service is reachable by hike or ride. How to participate next year: watch the Alaska Robotics Mini-Con / Comics Camp site and their social channels for the next application window. Recent camps have used an application process with deadlines months ahead of the event, so don't wait until spring to start looking. https://minicon.alaskarobotics.com/comics-camp/ Topics Covered A complete tour of Alaska Comics Camp and how it evolved from a small Juneau event into an international gathering of cartoonists School visits, library presentations, the Alaska Robotics Mini-Con, and the camp experience itself Why the lack of cell service is one of the camp's greatest strengths Classes taught by attendees on topics including storytelling, lettering, humor writing, character development, publishing, and business An NSFW-comics discussion that impressed Brad with the camp's openness and professionalism The importance of "Comics Rules" (similar to Chatham House Rules) in creating a safe environment for sharing industry information Real-world discussions of publishing contracts, agents, income, and career sustainability The anonymous income survey that helps attendees understand the wide range of successful cartooning careers Why Alaska Comics Camp has become one of Dave's favorite events in all of comics Stories from ComicLab listeners who attended camp after hearing about it on the podcast Dave's observations about Alaska's landscape, culture, and strong sense of community The tale of a failed camp water pump and Pat Race's MacGyver-level solution involving a distillery, a fire department, and a garden hose The viral misinformation claiming Kickstarter had banned pornography What Kickstarter's updated NSFW guidelines actually said Why Stripe — not Kickstarter — is the real concern for adult-content creators Brad's emergency solo Pro Tips episode explaining the new guidelines How creators can avoid overreacting to social-media panic cycles Listener feedback about what Brad and Dave's voices sound like to non-Americans Congratulations to friends of the show, including Ryan North, Glenn Fleishman, Tony Cliff, and Steve Lieber, on their Eisner nominations A discussion about award submissions, advocacy, and why creators must nominate themselves The realities of comics awards, including Eisners, Ringo Awards, Hugos, Reubens, and Ignatz Awards Whether award nominations come from changing your work — or simply years of steady improvement and persistence 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.
Disney, The Muppets, and Jim Henson Disney just closed the Muppets Courtyard in Hollywood Studios to make way for Monstropolis. But while Muppet Vision 3D, Jim Henson's Last Muppet project, is gone, the Muppets aren't leaving Hollywood Studios; they've moved into the Rock 'n' Roller Coaster. Is this a promotion or a demotion? To understand what's happening today, we have to look back to the deal that almost happened in 1989. In this episode, we explore the history and connection between Jim Henson, George Lucas, and Michael Eisner. We dive into the the handshake between Eisner and Henson that almost changed Disney forever, the tragic timing of Jim Henson's final project, and why it took Disney 14 years to finally close the deal. In this video, we look at: The commonalities between Jim Henson and Walt Disney. The George Lucas bridge that brought Jim Henson to Imagineering. The "Muppet Babies" connection to Marvel and Star Wars. The "Great Muppet Movie Ride" was planned but never built. Why the 1990 TV Special "The Muppets at Walt Disney World" was a bittersweet turning point. The future of the Muppets in film and in the Disney Parks. Subscribe on Youtube for more Disney connections in Video: https://www.youtube.com/@SynergyLovesCompany?sub_confirmation=1 Podcast: Listen to Synergy Loves Company → https://synergylovescompany.com Support the Show: Shop official Synergy Loves Company merch → https://shop.synergylovescompany.com Affiliate Disclosure: Some links above may be affiliate links. If you click and purchase, I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Thank you for supporting the channel! Connect with Me: Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/synergylovescompany Bluesky → https://bsky.app/profile/erichsynergy.bsky.social Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/synergylovescompany Credits / Resources: • Music licensed via Melod.ie • Synergy Loves Company is not affiliated with The Walt Disney Company or any of its subsidiaries. • Images and clips are used under fair use for commentary, criticism, and education. This podcast is powered by Pinecast.
Finally!!! The legend Stephanie Williams returns to the spaceship for her first ever full length interview!!! Oh wait, we we mean EISNER NOMINATED Stephanie Williams is here and all of the tea is being spilled!!! Tune in for this exclusive interview!!!Thank you for watching!!! FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter.Com/ForAllNerds Instagram.Com/ForAllNerds Twitch.TV/ForAllNerds GET YOUR FORALLNERDS MERCH HERE: Forallnerds.com PATREON: Patreon.com/ForAllNerdsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/for-all-nerds-show--5649266/support.FOLLOW ON SOCIAL: Twitter.Com/ForAllNerds Instagram.Com/ForAllNerds Twitch.TV/ForAllNerds GET YOUR FORALLNERDS MERCH HERE: Forallnerds.com PATREON: Patreon.com/ForAllNerdsFor All Nerds Show is a member of the LoudSpeakers Network (https://soundcloud.com/loudspeakersnetwork) and is published every week on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Soundcloud, Stitcher, Google Play Music, and iHeartRadio. Visit http://ForAllNerds.Com for more greatness. Email us at: contact at forallnerds dot com
***Disclaimer!! Our video was compromised for this episode. ***Our Youtube video is audio only! So Sorry for the inconvenience. Please remember to rate and review our podcast!Check out your YouTube channel @comadresycomics CHISME DE LA SEMANA: The nominees for the 2026 Eisner awards were announced today and with it some controversy. This year's nominees include what might be the first inclusion of work featuring AI. This chisme is HOT! ON MY RADAR: DC's Absolute Green Arrow #1 is available at local comics shops while supplies last beginning on Wednesday, May 20 & Lanterns is an upcoming American superhero television series created by Chris Mundy, Damon Lindelof, and Tom King for HBO, based on the DC Comics Green Lantern characters Hal Jordan and John Stewart. BOOK REVIEW: We Are Pan graphic novel written by Andre Frattino with art by Yasmín Flores Montañez. @arfstudios @yasfmart EN LA LIBRERIA: GODS: UNTOLD - SOUTH AMERICA - A continuation of our successful anthology GODS: UNTOLD with a focus on South American gods by South American creators! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/paganinistories/gods-untold-south-america JUNTOS Y FUERTES: Blaq Girl Comics - Our mission is twofold: first, to celebrate and elevate stories of Black and Brown women by centering their joy, creativity, and imaginative futures through original comics and graphic novels; and second, to improve literacy and language fluency among preschoolers by offering engaging monthly classes through our ABC series, Afros Besos y Chocolate. @blaq.girlcomicsSALUDOS: Celebrating Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month & Mental Health Awareness Month.Follow us on socials @comadresycomics Visit our website comadresycomics.comProduced by Comadres y Comics Podcast
Derek Kirk Kim, Eisner and Harvey-winning comics creator, joins Dave from London to discuss Royals, his Koren-American new noir thriller. Derek shares the joy of writing a comic for another artist.Kim shares how a decade directing and storyboarding in animation saved him during a dark period, and how losing both parents brought him back to comics with The Last Mermaid.The two discuss cold-messaging artist Jacob Perez on Instagram, Edgar Wright's influence, the Beatles' White Album vs. Sgt. Pepper's, the future of The Last Mermaid, and why Korean rice cakes make great weapons.Follow Derek on Instagram to keep up with his comics - https://www.instagram.com/derekkirkkim/?hl=enhttps://www.derekkirkkim.com/Directeditionpodcast.comJoin The Patreon
On this week's episode John and Bob are joined by Dr. Professor Carolyn Cocca. Bob enlightens us on his Friday night movie marathon. John puts forward Batman might not be the greatest father. Carolyn drops some Eisner knowledge. Also, Aaron makes a guest appearance for a Beyond the Gates update. Comics: Touched by a Demon #4, Absolute Batman #19 & 20. Justice League Unlimited #17 & 18, Batman #9, Barabara Gordon: Breakout #1, the Cartoonists Club, Fela: Music is the Weapon. Other things: Good Boy, the Hunt, Faces of Death, They Will Kill You The Comic Book Podcast is brought to you by Talking Comics (talkingcomicbooks.wordpress.com). The podcast is hosted by Steve Seigh, Bob Reyer, Joey Braccino, Aaron Amos, John Burkle, and Bronwyn Kelly-Seigh, who weekly dissect everything comics-related, from breaking news to new releases. Our Instagram handle is @TalkingComicsPodcast, and you can email us at podcast@talkingcomicbooks.com.
Today Ernie & Carter talk about Eisner Award 2026 nominations! (53:00) PLUS!!! We'll be answering YOUR questions and giving you OUR recommended reads for the week!INTRO ANIMATION:Animation by Oliver Banks.INTRO MUSIC:Dreamweaver by SkyBlew
Eisner nominations announced for 2026. Marvel's X-Men crossover DNX gets two prologue issues. Dynamite's Ben 10 is selling big numbers.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
In this episode of Continuing Conversations, we sit down with acclaimed cartoonist and animation director Derek Kirk Kim to explore a creative journey that moves seamlessly between indie comics and major animated series. From his Eisner and Harvey Award-winning work on Same Difference and Other Stories to his time directing on Amphibia, Derek shares how his approach to storytelling has evolved while staying rooted in deeply human moments. We dive into his early childhood memories—including a surprise reunion with host Michael Dismuke from their 4th-grade days—and discuss how his experience as an immigrant influenced his connection to characters like Data from Star Trek: The Next Generation. Whether you are an aspiring artist or a fan of visual storytelling, this conversation uncovers what it really means to grow as a creator without losing your voice. GET YOUR DEREK KIRK KIM BOOKS FROM ADVENTURE INK! https://adventureink.xyz/browse/filter/t/Derek%20Kirk%20Kim/k/keyword Chapters/Timestamps 00:00 – Introduction to Continuing Conversations 01:13 – Meet Derek Kirk Kim: Cartoonist, Animator, and Director 02:14 – A 4th Grade Reunion: Michael and Derek's Shared History 03:38 – Coming to America: Early Memories and Language Barriers 06:50 – Star Trek Resonance: Why Data Matters to Derek 08:43 – Host Favorites: Seven of Nine and Benjamin Sisko 10:55 – Exploring Deep Space Nine and the Growth of the Franchise CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS: Michael Dismuke: Freelance writer for Star Trek Adventures RPG. Visit him at MichaelDismuke.com. Jim Johnson: Project manager for Star Trek Adventures and Fallout RPGs at Modiphius. PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY OF STAR TREK TIMELINES TODAY https://adventureink.xyz/item/hB2UM6Mk2YEpRS8_RBqmkg FIND MORE FROM STUDIO TEMBO https://linktr.ee/StudioTembo
Os dejamos nuestro repaso semanal de novedades y recomendaciones para que tengáis la pila de lecturas siempre ocupada y al día. WE3 Pin Pan Pun JLA Tierra 2 Marvel Premiere D.I.O.S.E.S. El Diario del Demonio Contrato con Dios Tomie Marvel Saga Capitán América y Bucky The Last Ronin II - Re-Evolution Lapa La Nuit La razón de Todo Zoe Carrington Birthright Green Manor La Fábrica de papel K-ON! Encias Quemadas
Step inside the Goblin King's maze with this special live episode of Cinebuds! Recorded at the historic Oriental Theatre during the 2026 Milwaukee Film Festival, this episode celebrates the 40th anniversary (and 4K restoration) of the fantasy classic, Labyrinth. For this very special occasion, Dori and Kpolly enlisted some help from Steve Horton, Eisner-winning author of the graphic novel Bowie: Stardust, Ray Guns, and Moonage Daydreams. He shares a few fascinating insider stories about Labyrinth from his research, including how Bowie would use a puppet off-camera to charm baby Toby into staying calm during filming. The trio also dive into: Why Bowie was the perfect Jareth (and which other '80s icons almost got the part). A tribute to Jim Henson's timeless practical effects and the lovable "gentle giant," Ludo. Hilarious behind-the-scenes secrets, from the infamous "codpiece" to Jennifer Connelly's real reaction to the Bog of Eternal Stench. And it wouldn't be a live event without getting the audience involved, including a few brave souls who offer their questions and "hot takes."#####Cinebuds is sponsored by Joe Wilde Garage Door Company.
Welcome to Four Records! Each episode, we feature one guest as they go over four records at four different times in their life. This week, Forrest and Karina speak with Jonathan Baylis, the creator of the Eisner nominated comic So… Buttons. So… Buttons...
Welcome to Four Records! Each episode, we feature one guest as they go over four records at four different times in their life. This week, Forrest and Karina speak with Jonathan Baylis, the creator of the Eisner nominated comic So… Buttons. So… Buttons is a slice of life anthology written by Jonathan about his life and drawn by various artists. Each story is tailored to the style of the artist and each issue has a theme. Jonathan just finished a Kickstarter for his fifteenth issue titled, “Who Is My Daddy and What Does He Do?” If superhero comics aren't your thing, give So… Buttons a chance. Check out his latest and past issues here: Jonathan Baylis's Four Records: 0-10: Leonard Bernstein - West Side Story (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Teenage: Leonard Slatkin St. Louis Symphony Orchestra - Shostakovich's 5th Twenties: Billy Joel- Turnstiles Recent Record: Tame Impala - Slow Rush Listen on Podbean Listen on YouTube Listen on Spotify LIsten on Apple Podcasts Listen on Amazon Music Listen on iHeartRadio Follow us on Instagram Email: fourrecordspodcast@gmail.com www.DyingScene.com Opening song: Rad Skulls – Loud as Shit Closing song: Lucas Perea – Underneath Ashes
Dr. Beckett recaps episodes 1501–1524, thanking sponsors and highlighting key topics: tributes to Pirates Roy Face and Bill Mazeroski; ramblings on hockey, golf, and Non-Sport Update; Hobby Hotline outtakes on the Pokémon Illustrator record sale, Topps' 75th anniversary “top 75 cards” process, and Panini's uncertain future; a three-part Zoom conversation with Josh Luber touching on Pascal's Wager and blind boxes vs. choosing singles; reflections on the Beckett Online Price Guide; why 1984 Donruss matters beyond Mattingly; Dallas-area show reports; concerns about Whatnot arbitration and gambling dynamics; PSA “MK” issues with inauthentic autographs; auction and sales manipulation; frustration with coordinated autograph requests; thoughts on Eisner vs. Rubin and Fanatics as the “apex” company; COMC price increases; childhood high-number set memories; and Toronto Expo prep tips from Ken Capell, including currency, border experiences, and dollar boxes. 00:31 Pirates Double Tribute 01:57 Record Prices and Top 75 03:46 Josh Luber Deep Dive 05:08 Blind Box Philosophy 06:21 Beckett OPG Reflections 06:53 Why 84 Donruss Matters 07:53 Whatnot Arbitration and Gambling 09:05 PSA MK Autograph Marks 09:47 Defensive/Offensive Manipulation 10:28 Panini Inflection Point 11:30 Autograph Request Frustrations 12:30 Eisner vs Rubin and Fanatics 13:48 COMC Price Increases 14:23 High Numbers Nostalgia
Description Returning guest Rachel Armstrong joins Joe to discuss the graphic novel Feeding Ghosts. This Pulitzer and Eisner awarding work by Tessa Hulls examines the trauma of that she, her mother, and her mother have experienced due to mental health … Continue reading →
The Yeti is back! Finally after an extended absence for a lupus flare I'm back and what an episode to return with because I've got returning guest comics writer Pornsak Pichetshote and first timer legendary comics artist Rafael Albuquerque on with me to discuss their new DC Comics project Absolute Green Arrow. Highlights from the episode include a deep dive into how the creative team is reimagining Oliver Queen not just as an archer but as a mysterious figure in a Giallo inspired murder mystery where corrupt billionaires are the targets, how Scott Snyder and DC editorial granted total creative freedom to reinvent the Green Arrow mythology from scratch, the visual look of the book influenced by 70s thriller textures and a vintage comics like Daredevil providing the feel Rafael and colorist Marcelo Maiolo are bringing to the page, the mystery of Absolute Black Canary or Dinah Lance and why she is the real heart of the story, and the impact of masters of horror comics like Junji Ito and Bernie Wrightson on the series. Follow Pornsak on Instagram Rafael's website Devil's Luck: A Hailstone Story Season 2 Absolute Green Arrow from the publisher WITHOUT THE TRICK ARROWS... WITHOUT THE MONEY... WITHOUT MERCY... WHAT'S LEFT IS THE ABSOLUTE HUNTER! A serial killer is slaughtering corrupt billionaires. The only clue to their identity is the mysterious green arrows sticking out of his victims' corpses. Executive protection specialist Dinah Lance, a.k.a. Absolute Black Canary, is one of the people tasked to uncover this murderer's identity as she investigates her suspects... all familiar DC archers uniquely linked to a recently murdered Oliver Queen. I Know What You Did Last Summer for billionaires, Absolute Green Arrow reimagines the Emerald Archer's mythos into a dangerous, urban horror murder-mystery by Eisner winners Pornsak Pichetshote (Dead Boy Detectives, Infidel) and Rafael Albuquerque (Detective Comics, American Vampire). Follow Comic Book Yeti
Dr. Beckett recaps last Saturday's Hobby Hotline live call-in discussion with John Coffman, Chris Carlin, and Joey, focusing on how COVID kick-started the hobby and how Fanatics' acquisition of Topps and PSA's growth under Nat Turner accelerated change. They debate the hobby's increasing “lottery ticket”/gambling feel, the shift of products and pricing toward breakers, and how high wax costs push collectors toward singles while still relying on breaks to supply the market. The group discusses brand and conduct concerns around breakers, and argues unlicensed manufacturers like Panini, Upper Deck, and Leaf can remain viable by right-sizing and leaning on strong inserts. They also cover grading-company event strategy, highlighting PSA's tech and process improvements (app scanning, QR intake, reduced lines) and the importance of human guidance at shows and hobby-shop drop-offs, noting PSA, BGS, and SGC can coexist with distinct strengths. 02:12 Fanatics and PSA Giants 03:36 Eisner vs Rubin Mindset 04:19 Gambling and Break Culture 07:45 Wax Prices and Buying Singles 11:17 Breakers vs Hobby Shops 13:31 Non Licensed Brands Survive 15:02 Grading Shows and Tech 19:48 Coexisting Grading Ecosystem
Comics critic Tiffany Babb joins the show to talk about her comics zine, The Comics Staple, and the world of comics journalism. Babb discusses pre-Kickstarter feelings, the joy of creating, her fearless nature, the importance of failure, why comics needs something like The Comics Staple, the importance of tastemakers, the contributors to the zine, the Staple's audience, what differentiates it, why she enjoys prints so much, the impact of her previous work, the state of comics journalism, what's missing in that space, the Eisner judge experience, her read of the industry, convention panel tips, and more.
Today I get to talk with one of my heroes once again with the return of Eisner winning Co-Creator of Bitter Root David F. Walker for his retelling of 1973's Blackstein because in David'd own words it was the worst movie he had ever seen and he wanted to bring it to life and make it better. His telling brought the intersectionality of the Classic Horror Monster and 70's Blaxploitation Films. A school driver maliciously and mistakenly murdered by the police is awakened in an experiment by a Medical School Dropout named Blake N. Styne and once brought to life remembers the good hearted man he once was, but amidst escaping back into the real world. He looks to take revenge on the very cops that took his life.Written by David F. Walker Artwork by Marcelo Di ChiaraColors by Pedro EstoucoCover by Joe Jusko
We are joined today by the author of the Star Wars Legacy Volume 2 comic run by Dark Horse Comics, Corinna Bechko. Corinna is a paleontologist who also happens to be a Hugo- and Eisner-nominated New York Times best-selling author who has worked on many comic series beside just Star Wars including Green Lantern, Avatar, Once Upon a Time, Blood Type, Planet of the Apes, Aliens, amongst many others. Star Wars Legacy Volume 2 ran for 18 issues from March 20th, 2013 to August 27th, 2014 and is the last comic released from Dark Horse for the Legends continuity. You can find Corinna on BlueSky @ corinnabechko.bsky.social, Instagram @ corinnabechko, and her website at corinnabechko.com. Talkin' Tauntauns is a Star Wars discussion podcast hosted by Jim Lehane and Nicole H. Quinn. From reviews of the latest shows and books, to breaking news and thoughtful interviews, join us as we dive into all things from a galaxy far, far away. Find us on the socials for more Star Wars conversation:Find the show on Instagram at TalkinTauntauns, Threads at TalkinTauntauns, Bluesky at TalkinTauntauns,or at our website TalkinTauntauns.com. Find Jim on IG @Dinojim, on Bluesky, or on his website at dinojim.com. Find Nicole on IG @NicoleHQuinn, Bluesky, or on her website at herviewcreative.com You can get in touch with us via our website (TalkinTauntauns.com) or email us at Contact@TalkinTauntauns.com. Talkin' Tauntauns can be found on iTunes, Spotify, Pandora, iHeartRadio, or anywhere else you listen to podcasts. If you enjoy the show, be sure to subscribe, leave us a review, and tell your friends!
Klaus Janson, artist and inker extraordinaire, is the guest this week in Episode #736. This month, New York's Philippe Labaune Gallery is presenting a career-spanning exhibition of artwork by Eisner and Harvey Award-winning artist Klaus Janson, one of the most influential figures in American comic art and a defining force in the medium for more than five decades. Known for his iconic Batman and Daredevil art, Janson is one of the most important and influential comic artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. We talk about his excellent artwork and storytelling, including the Dark Knight Returns and Daredevil. To see some of the pieces in the exhibit, go to this link after you listen to our fun conversation. Subscribe via Apple Podcasts Wayne's Comics Podcast Archive Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patreon member. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future! At Major Spoilers, we strive to create original content that you find interesting and entertaining. Producing, writing, recording, editing, and researching require significant resources. We pay writers, podcast hosts, and other staff members who work tirelessly to provide you with insights into the comic book, gaming, and pop culture industries. Help us keep Major Spoilers strong. Become a Patron (and our superhero) today.
On today's episode, we welcome Victoria Eisner, Co-Founder and CEO of Hair Cultivated and the original founder of Glamsquad — the trailblazing on-demand beauty service that transformed how women access professional hair, makeup, and nail care. Known for building brands that sit at the intersection of luxury, science, and technology, Victoria is once again stepping into white space — this time to address an issue impacting millions of women: hair loss.After redefining convenience in beauty with Glamsquad, Victoria turned her focus toward a category that has long lacked both innovation and empathy. With Hair Cultivated, she is bridging beauty and medicine through a premium, clinically proven prescription hair regrowth system designed specifically for women. Co-founded alongside a physician, the brand pairs powerful ingredients with elegant, easy-to-use formulations — creating a more elevated, discreet path to real results while helping normalize a conversation many women have felt forced to navigate quietly.In this episode, Victoria shares the personal inspiration behind Hair Cultivated, what she learned founding and scaling Glamsquad, and how those lessons shaped her approach to building again. We discuss identifying untapped opportunity, earning consumer trust in health-driven categories, and designing products that support both confidence and wellbeing. A great conversation for founders, innovators, and anyone inspired to build brands that truly change how people feel. Are you interested in sponsoring and advertising on The Kara Goldin Show, which is now in the Top 1% of Entrepreneur podcasts in the world? Let me know by contacting me at karagoldin@gmail.com. You can also find me @KaraGoldin on all networks. To learn more about Victoria Eisner and Hair Cultivated:https://www.haircultivated.com/https://www.instagram.com/haircultivatedhttps://www.instagram.com/therealvictoriagloriahttps://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-eisner-6468a92/ Sponsored By:Fora - Become a Fora Advisor today at ForaTravel.com/karagoldin Check out our website to view this episode's show notes: https://karagoldin.com/podcast/804
Michael Eisner returns to the Disney spotlight in a surprisingly candid, long-form interview that has fans buzzing. Lauren and Eric break down Eisner's comments on park pricing, Bob Chapek, AI, and the future of Disney leadership - plus what it means in today's theme park landscape. Then, the Savannah Bananas bring Banana Ball back to Disneyland, and Lightning Lane Premier Pass sells out for seven straight days at Walt Disney World. Is Disney's most expensive skip-the-line option here to stay? HIGHLIGHTS Michael Eisner sits down with Graham Bensinger for his most in-depth Disney interview in years, sharing candid thoughts on leadership transitions, pricing, and the modern company. Eisner describes the Chapek era as “a marriage made in hell” while praising Bob Iger's succession and leadership instincts. Disney confirms a $1 billion AI investment and partnership with OpenAI, with plans to explore internal tools, advertising analytics, and controlled character licensing for AI-generated content. Lightning Lane Premier Pass sells out for seven consecutive days at Magic Kingdom during Presidents Day week, with prices reaching up to $449 per person plus tax. The Savannah Bananas return to Disneyland on March 26, bringing Banana Ball energy, cavalcades, and castle-front performances to both Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure. The Bananas' fan-first model, viral growth, and MLB stadium sellouts make them a natural marketing match for Disney's experiential brand strategy. For this episode's full show notes, click here. HOSTS Eric Hersey – X: @erichersey | Instagram: @erichersey Lauren Hersey – X: @laurenhersey2 | Instagram: @lauren_hersey_ FOLLOW – DIS & HERS Website: DisAndHers.com Instagram: @disandhers TikTok: @disandhers Facebook: Dis and Hers YouTube: Dis & Hers FOLLOW – JIM HILL MEDIA Facebook: JimHillMediaNews Instagram: JimHillMedia TikTok: JimHillMedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at Patreon.com/JimHillMedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited & Produced by Eric Hersey – Strong Minded Agency If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices