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On this episode, host Aaron Nabus talks to Stephanie Cooke, an award-winning writer and editor based out of Toronto, Canada. She loves comic books, video games, movies, puns and her snuggly cat (that she's unfortunately terribly allergic to). Her writing has been featured in Mark Millar's Millarworld Annual, Wayward Sisters, The Secret Loves of Geek Girls, Toronto Comics Anthology, and more. She currently has two children's graphic novels out now from HMH Kids, her debut, Oh My Gods! and ParaNorthern, which just recently came out. A sequel to Oh My Gods! is scheduled to be released in January 2022. And, she also has her own podcast about cinematic heists, capers, stings, and more called The Caper Cast that she co-hosts with Whitney Gardner. Stephanie, welcome to the Hall H Show!
Ep 111 - Hosts Justin and Jacob interview two creators from the upcoming "Shout Out" comics anthology. The editor, Andrew Wheeler, and one of the writers, Anthony Oliveira, discuss queer representation in genre fiction, why it matters and why it's so damn hard to get a queer character in a mainstream comic. RFK airs first on CJRU 1280 AM in Toronto. This episode was produced by Justin Chandler.
We welcome comic creators Shawn Daley and Aaron Feldman to the show this week to first help us name some of our favorite and least favorite fantasy or sci-fi races in our Retro Roundtable. From the Orcs in Lord of the Rings, to the Toads of the Mushroom Kingdom, we name a some races you might guess, and a few you won’t! Then we turn our attention over to Shawn and Aaron to discuss Part Time Knight, their comic that is a part of the Toronto Comics Anthology. In a city of competitive wizard barristas, nervous werewolves and scoundrel Trash Pandas, you'll find some of the best upcoming comic creators! Toronto Comics: Osgoode As Gold has stories inspired by every part of the city we love. Featuring a cover by Irma Kniivila (Ms. Marvel, Deadpool) and a foreword from Chip Zdarsky(Jughead, Peter Parker: The Spectacular Spider-Man), this book is a celebration of the talent and diversity of Toronto’s comics community. Check out the free preview of Part Time Knight, go to tocomix.com. @ShawnDaley @AaronFeldman @TorontoComix Head over to Patreon.com/CannedAirPod and donate to the show to get access to our Patreon exclusive pod! CannedAirPodcast.com @CannedAirPod @Canned_Air
Sam Beck is certainly a comic artist to watch for these days, as her career coalesces to its first major apex. At the time of this episode, Songs for the Dead – the comic she draws for writers and past Speech Bubble guests Andrea Fort and Michael Christopher Heron – has just been picked up by publisher Vault Comics and is now available at comic shops everywhere. Her work is also featured in the 2018 edition of the Toronto Comics Anthology, Osgoode as Gold, she also contributed a story to the upcoming Wayward Sisters Anthology and that's just for starters. She also writes and draws her own fantasy webcomic called Verse and another project based on Greek mythology called Cadmus from Antarctic Press. On this episode, she talks about how role-playing games influence her comics work, what draws her to fantasy narratives in the first place and how Neopets – a place where users can own and raise virtual pets – fostered her creativity and storytelling abilities. This episode sponsored by Hairy Tarantula. Get 10% off geeky t-shirts at riptapprel.com by ordering using this link.Sam Beck's websiteSam Beck's TwitterSongs for the DeadVerse WebcomicToronto Comics Anthology Kickstarter (Contribute until March 31, 2018)Wayward Sisters AnthologyCadmusSponsors Hairy TarantulaGet 10% off geeky pop culture t-shirts from Riptapparel.com by entering NEVERSLEEPS at checkout
This week we venture to the wondeful Sidekick Comic Cafe in Leslieville, Toronto for a chat with Toronto Comics Anthology lead editor Steven Andrews and contributors Andrea Scott and Julian Apong. Visit the Kickstarter now for volume 5 Osgoode As Gold!
Malcolm Derikx aka Miike and Todd Sullivan met as classmates at Ty Templeton's Comic Book Bootcamp. Both fans of old gangster movies and noir, they always wanted to work together, but other projects got in the way. Malcolm helped found the Toronto Comics Anthology and Hogtown Horror and Todd was teaching animation as a former animator on Tiny Toon Adventures and Darkwing Duck. Eventually they did come together for a gangster romp called Tommy Gun Banshee featuring an assassin named Nicky who is haunted by a whaling banshee who can only be drowned out by the Rat-tat-tat of his Tommy Gun. The two come to Speech Bubble to pimp their Kickstarter for the project and geek out over how war always seems to spawn a criminal element throughout history.Tommy Gun Banshee Kickstarter@MiikeSomething@ToddSullivanArtartoftoddsullivan.blogspot.caToronto Comics AnthologyHogtown Horror
Stephanie Cooke cut her teeth in the comics industry as one of several hosts on one of the original comic book podcasts – Talking Comics. From there, she was able to work behind-the-scenes at many comic conventions, eventually becoming the personal assistant of some of the biggest names in the industry. Now, she has struck out on her own as the founder and editor-in-chief of Rogues Portal a pop culture review and commentary website. A writer in her own right, her work has appeared in the Toronto Comics Anthology, The Secret Loves of Geek Girls and more recently, Mark Millar's Millarworld Anthology 2017 and the upcoming Blocked and Wayward Sisters Anthologies. In this conversation we discuss how she takes much of her inspiration for her work from her own life and what it was like working with Mark Millar (Kick-Ass, Kingsmen: The Secret Service, Wanted) and his team.@hellocookie@RoguesPortalwww.roguesportal.comMillarworld 2017The Secret Loves of Geek GirlsWayward SistersBlockedTalking Comics Podcast Archive
So you've made a comic and now you want to sell it. But how? Steven Andrews, production editor for the Toronto Comics Anthology, takes Justin through the process. From pitching your comic to stores, to selling it on consignment, to getting an ISBN number, it's all here. Originally aired on CJRU 1280 AM in Toronto. Edited by Justin Chandler. Here's the link to Steven Andrews article on how to sell comics: http://tocomix.com/index.php?page=distribution
In honour of Star Wars Day, Justin, Jacob and Mitchell host a Star Wars debate. Fighters include canvas doublet wearer and "Life, Death & Sorcery" creator Danny Zabbal, "The Pitiful Human-Lizard" creator and Wedge-head Jason Loo, and Allison O'Toole, Bail Organa fan and editor for the Toronto Comics Anthology and Chapterhouse. Debates include: who is the most underrated Star Wars character, what will Luke's role be in Episode VIII, and how can Jar Jar Binks make a comeback? Originally broadcast on CJRU 1280 AM in Toronto. This show was edited by Justin Chandler. Mitchell Thompson and Justin Chandler cut the version that played on the radio.
Hello everyone!! The 59th episode comes straight to you from one of the coolest basements in Greeley, Gabe's place!! Our pick for this recording's #popcultureclassic is the 2002 TV series, Firefly! In order to be in the nerd club, you have to have watched this series at some point in your life!! This was Juan's first time watching, so you get to hear the thoughts of a Firefly virgin, and a Firefly expert! Good conversation, and we speak a little bit about the supposed upcoming reboot. In honor of last episodes #popcultureclassic we gave away TEN volumes of Neil Gaiman's, Sandman. You have to listen though in order to figure out if you won or not! No worries though, even if you didn't win, you'll be getting a solid consolation prize! Our interview for this episode comes from horror expert, Allison O'Toole and the awesome artist Rodrigo Bravo! They give us the inside scoop on their story in the Toronto Comics Anthology, Trespass. It's a horror about teenage explorers who are exploring the tunnels under Lower Bloor, and their discovery of an alien mystery. Remember, you can ALWAYS let us know what you think! We can only think of so many things to talk about every other week, and would LOVE to get some feedback and ideas from all of you out there who are listening!! You can send mp3s and email to our email address. Also, join the conversations on our Facebook Page and Twitter Page. Also, if you have good feedback, please leave it for us on iTunes and Stitcher!! That's one way to help us climb the ranks into podcast glory!! You can ALSO leave us voicemail!!! Call the Michael Kuyrk memorial 970-573-6148 and leave us a hilarious message!!! Hall of Justice Comics & Collectibles Our Stitcher Our iTunes Credit - Jonthan Garnett, Juan Muro, Gabe Llanas
Straight from the trenches, deep within the heart of Artist's Alley, The Jedi Ras brings you the best in comic con guerilla pod tactics LIVE from Toronto Comic Con 2017. In this Part One of a two part special are conversations featuring Steven Andrews of The Toronto Comics Anthology, Travis Macintire and Kasey Pierce of Source Point Press, Shane Heron and Ricky Lima of The Black Hole Hunters Club with a cameo from Rossi Gifford, Jason Loo, Keith Grachow, Stephany Lein and Sam Noir.
Jacob and Justin talk about making indie comics with Brenna Baines, Derrick Chow and Aaron Feldman, whose works appear in the upcoming Toronto Comics Anthology Vol. 4. Sorry, Hamilton. This is an extended version of the show that aired on CJRU 1280 AM. Edited by Justin Chandler.
This week we celebrate the kickstarter for Vol 4 of the Toronto Comics Anthology, Yonge At Heart, by sitting down and chatting with contributors Aaron Feldman ( editor/writer ) Jeff Estrella (writer ) and Shawn Daley ( artist ) LIVE from The Sidekick comic cafe. We also engage in some Star Wars conversation ( of course ) and trade some theories about The Last Jedi. Please visit the kickstarter today to pledge and support T.O.Comics!
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Steven Andrews is a writer and the lead editor of the Toronto Comics Anthology. A Kickstarter for volume 4 of the anthology is live now.
Such a pleasure to talk to Steven Andrews, Lorena Torres Loaiza and Miike about the Toronto Comics anthology. Check out their WEBSITE and feel free to support the KICKSTARTER!
Episode 060: Steven Andrews On this week’s episode of the Comic Pros & Cons podcast, Derek is joined by comic creator, Steven Andrews. Steven is not only a creator, but he is also the Lead Editor on the Toronto Comics Anthology. Their fourth volume, Yonge at Heart is currently a little over a week into+ Read More
Daniel sat down with Steven Andrews and Allison O'Toole of the Toronto Comics Anthology to discuss their upcoming graphic novel, Toronto Comics: Yonge at Heart!
Another fine afternoon at The Sidekick Comic Cafe for this instalment of the Toronto Comic Anthology's Sunday Social. This episode features an update on the Heroes of Homeroom C kickstarter from Anthony Ruttgaizer, a chat with fellower podcaster Aaron broverman of Speech Bubble and Allison O'toole, lead editor for The Toronto Comics Anthology.
Justin interviews Allison O'Toole, editor for Chapterhouse Publishing and the Toronto Comics Anthology. She talks about making indie comics and loving weird characters. Originally aired on CJRU 1280 AM. Edited by Justin Chandler.
It's the Toronto Comics Anthology's second social meet up at The Sidekick Cafe featuring chats with creators Andrew Stevenson, Mike Heron and Andrea Fort, and James Edward Clark.
Brampton comicbook writer Ricky Lima ( Deep Sea, The Black Hole Hunter's Club, The Toronto Comics Anthology) sits in to chat about his work and the upcoming kickstarter for his new project, Happily Ever Aftr.
The editors of volume three of The Toronto Comics Anthology stop by to preview the new book, promote the Kickstarter campaign and detail their own careers writing and editing comics. Allison talks about her story in the collection — “Ghosts Over Garlic Mashed Potatoes” — with art by Meaghan Carter, while Aaron details “The Dark” — a story that takes place in Toronto’s O.Noir restaurant – with art by Josh Rosen. Aaron has written for various independent comic collections like this, while Allison is also the editor of The Pitiful Human-Lizard ongoing series from Chapterhouse Comics. Toronto Comics Anthology Vol. 3 Kickstarter
This week I venture from the 905 to the 416 to sit down for a chat with a few of the editors of the Toronto Comics Anthology Vol.3, Andrew Stevenson, Allison O'Toole and Aaron Feldman. We talk about the origin of the project, the T.O. comic community, the people, artists and writers involved and what it takes to put together an endeavour such as this. Support Toronto Indie Comics, visit the KICKSTARTER and pledge today!
The Jedi Ras is joined by long time friend of the show, Toronto comic creator Dave Bishop. We chat about the Toronto comic community, the upcoming issue of his series Of Stone and his contribution to Vol. 3 of The Toronto Comics Anthology. You can also check out Dave's other series Squirrels and the zombie series Stranger.
The editors of The Toronto Comics Anthology — multiple collections of comic stories taking place in Toronto.