Words, Images, & Worlds
Episodes
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 341 with Alex Sinclair
10 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Alex Sinclair talks about working on classic stories like Batman: Hush, the role of the colorist in comics, upcoming and ongoing work, ...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Halloween Legion Edition with Martin Powell
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and comics writer Martin Powell talks about crafting mysteries, suspense, plus the worlds of Frankenstein and Sherlock Holmes -- with attention...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with Elana K. Arnold
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Elana K. Arnold talks about creating stories for adults and young people, exploring themes of connection, and the upcoming book, The Blood Years. You ...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Issue with Ethan Sacks
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator/author Ethan Sacks talks about working on The COVID Chronicles, as well in the worlds of Marvel, Star Wars, and more -- plus A Haunted ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 339 with Maggie Tokuda-Hall
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Maggie Tokuda-Hall talks about storytelling processes and working across forms through prose novels, picture books, and comics. You can read mo...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with Steve Rude
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Steve Rude talks with me about his history in the medium, trying new approaches, passing his talents on, and working on The Coming of G...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 337 with Alex Grand
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics historian and author Alex Grand talks about comics as cultural documents and the history of the superhero genre in American visual literature. ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 336 with Lynne Kelly
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Lynne Kelly talks about creating stories for young people, exploring connections with nature, and more work to come. You can read more about Ly...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with John K. Snyder III
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator John K. Snyder III talks about the language of film and comics, collaborating with authors like Harlan Ellison and Lawrence Block, adap...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with DJ Kirkbride
08 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator DJ Kirkbride talks about crafting visual worlds of science fiction and fantasy, collaborating with Adam Knave on work like Amelia Cole ...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Kor-Drath Edition with Andy Smith
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Andy Smith talks about his history in comics, as well as his new work, Kor-Drath: The Reckoning. You can read more about this work at h...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 334 with Stephen Messer (aka Zeno Alexander)
07 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Stephen Messer (aka Zeno Alexander) talks about creating fanciful worlds and writing for young readers. You can find out more at https://www.ze...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 332 with HC Anderson
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator HC Anderson talks about his work on Godhead and the questions he explores in his work. This episode is very garbled due to our connecti...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Halloween Boy Edition with Dave Baker
06 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Dave Baker returns to the show to talk about the world of his newest creation, Halloween Boy. You read more about Dave and this charact...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Feeding Edition with David Booher
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author David Booher talks about creating comics like Specs and Rain, as well as film and literary influences and his upcoming work, The Feeding. You c...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with JK Woodward
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator JK Woodward talks Trek, Kolchak, and preferred media, as well as work to come in the world of horror. You can read more about JK's ...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Issue with Stuart Moore
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and editor Stuart Moore talks about working on Captain Ginger, being on the ground floor at Vertigo, and more. You can read more about Stuart&#...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 331 with Jamal Igle
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Jamal Igle talks about crafting with popular characters, as well as his work in the world of The Wrong Earth. You can read more about J...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Xion Edition with Charlie McElvy
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Charlie McElvy talks about collaborations, creating characters like Spider-Squirrel, and more to come from Xion Studios. You can read m...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Across the Rachis Edition with Simon D. Luscombe
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Simon D. Luscombe talks about crafting in the world of fantasy, and details his new book, Across the Rachis. You can read more about Simon'...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 327 with Claire Lordon
03 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and artist Claire Lordon talks about her upcoming book, One in a Million, as well as the process of creating and what graphic narratives have a...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Adventures Continue Edition with Alan Burnett
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator and long-time veteran of animation Alan Burnett talks about working with Hanna-Barbera and creating in the world of Batman: The Animate...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 326 with Dan Brereton
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator/artist/author Dan Brereton talks about the kinds of stories that draw him to create, his origins in the industry, and the age of creati...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Eerie Tales Edition with Graham Annable
01 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Graham Annable talks about working in animation, exploring stories for all ages with Peter & Ernesto, and his newest work, Eerie Ta...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 319 with Keith Giffen
30 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Keith Giffen talks about the immersive world of video games, his love of the horror genre, innovative approaches to storytelling, and m...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 316 with John Arcudi
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author John Arcudi talks about his collaborations with Doug Mahnke and David Rubin, as well as the writing craft (with nods to Faulkner and Hemingway)...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 315 with Dr. Barbara Postema
29 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Barbara Postema talks about the nature of graphic narratives, including wordless comics, and the legitimacy of the comics medium.
Words, Images, & Worlds: Cooking with Monsters Edition with Jordan Alsaqa
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Jordan Alsaqa talks about collaborating in comics and his first OGN, Cooking with Monsters. You can read more about Jordan's work at https:...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 313 with Dennis Crisostomo
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Dennis Crisostomo talks about creating in the world of comics, telling a wide range of stories, and planning for future works. You can ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 312 with Carlo Barberi
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics artist Carlo Barberi talks about working on Spawn, as well as his past work and his desire to try new things in each issue. You can see more of...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 310 with Amalia Hoffman
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Amalia Hoffman talks about the joy and creativity of crafting for young readers. Be sure to check out the YouTube version of this talk to see A...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 305 with Ennun Ana Iurov
24 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Ennun Ana Iurov talks about collaborating on Needle and Thread, as well as the new project, Whisper of the Woods. You can read more abo...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 304 with Christine Platt
23 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Christine Platt shares about writing stories of joy for young readers, sharing resources for learning, and the necessary work of advocacy and a...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 302 with Jennifer Ziegler
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Jennifer Ziegler talks about crafting for young readers, exploring the picture book medium, and capturing middle grades experiences in fiction....
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 296 with David F. Walker
22 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author David F. Walker talks about creating in comics, sharing stories that are fantastic and historical, and upcoming work in the world of prose for ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 295 with Cory Doctorow
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cory Doctorow talks about the path to authoring and the power of speculative fiction, including insightful questions of the world. You can read more a...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 293 with Steve Bird
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Steve Bird talks about finding innovative ways to create in the medium, as well as highlights of his career. You can check out Steve...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 292 with Johnnie Christmas
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Johnnie Christmas talks about the process of creating work in visual/verbal form and the responsibilities that are part of crafting for...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 291 with Lilah Sturges
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Lilah Sturges talks about motifs, collaborations, and playful inventions in superhero worlds.
Words, Images, & Worlds: Hundredth Voice Edition with Caitlin Like
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Caitlin Like talks about the positive mentors in the industry, the inspirations behind creating, and the new book, The Hundredth Voice....
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 289 with Jeff Parker
19 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Jeff Parker talks about working in the world of comics, including key collaborations and highpoints of his work. You can read more abou...
Words, Images, & Worlds: The Promise Edition with Bridget Hodder
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Bridget Hodder talks about the burning questions that drive her work, the themes she wants to convey to readers, and the beauty of her new book...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 288 with Paul Guinan
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Paul Guinan talks about linking history and comics, as well as his history of creating. You can read more about Paul's work at http...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Memphis Edition with Matt Bowers
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Matt Bowers talks about the creative comics world of Memphis and the journey to come for this fictional universe. You can read more about Matt's w...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 287 with Cullen Bunn
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Cullen Bunn talks about creating stories for young readers and older readers in the horror genre and in shared universes. You can read ...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Age of Bronze Edition with Eric Shanower
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Eric Shanower talks about the captivating world of comics and creating fantasy and grounded stories in the medium, including exploring ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 285 with B. Clay Moore
17 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator B. Clay Moore talks about working in the world of Hawaiian Dick, JSA, and more. You can read more about Moore's work at https://bcl...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Double-Sized Crossover Edition with Dr. Michael Norton Dando
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Michael Norton Dando talks about the speculative in education, as well as comics and pop culture influences and the vital nature of critical theor...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 282 with Marco Rudy
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Marco Rudy talks about creating for Marvel, bringing his unique style and vision, and exploring creator-owned work. Here is Marco's...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 281 with Adam Knave
16 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Writer Adam Knave talks comics and prose, collaborating with D.J. Kirkbride, playing across genres, and podcast puppetry. You can read more about Adam...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 279 with Brandon T. Snider
15 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Brandon T. Snider talks about crafting the worlds of comics, prose, and comedy. You can find out more about Brandon's work at http://www.co...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 273 with Ariel Medel
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Ariel Medel talks about TMNT versus Street Fighter and other creative works, including collaborations with Ron Marz, Ian Edginton, and ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 270 with John Bivens
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator John Bivens talks about crafting atmospheric visual stories and collaborations in the medium. You can read more about John's work a...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 270 with Steve Orlando
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics writer Steve Orlando talks about taking creative directions in storytelling, as well as upcoming/current work for Marvel and a wide range of au...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 268 with Alysa Wishingrad
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Alysa Wishingrad talks about the new middle grades novel, Between Monsters and Marvels, including worldbuilding and telling truths/posing quest...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 267 with Fred Van Lente
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Writer Fred Van Lente talks crafting in prose and comics, including Action Philosophers, Action Presidents, and much more. You can read about Fred'...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with Matt Haley
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Matt Haley talks about working with Stan Lee, crafting popular characters, and his current projects in development, including a new Kic...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 265 with Karl Kerschl
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Karl Kerschl talks Gotham Academy, the possibilities of all-ages comics, Death Transit Tanager, and more. You can read more about Karl&...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with Dr. Alison Dover
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Alison Dover talks about her co-authored book, Radically Inclusive Teaching with Newcomer and Emergent Plurilingual Students: Braving Up (with Fer...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 264 with Micah Myers
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Micah Myers talks about writing books like The Disasters and his prolific work as a comics letterer. You can read more about Micah'...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 263 with Tom Angleberger
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and artist Tom Angleberger talks about two-headed chickens, humor, Star Wars, splitting Groot, and more on this episode. You can read more abou...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with Jose Marzan, Jr.
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Jose Marzan, Jr. talks about his work in the medium and best collaborative experiences. You can find out more about Jose and his work ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 262 with Dr. Justin Wigard
10 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Justin Wigard shares about B movies, popular culture, and the joy of sharing space for collaborators to engage and share. Dr. Wigard recommends th...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with Mike Carlin
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator and editor Mike Carlin talks about working on well-known and long-standing storylines with popular characters in comics and in animatio...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 261 with Chris Kemple
09 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Chris Kemple talks fandom, inspirations, possibilities, and the world of Red Vengeance. You can find out more about Chris's work at...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 260 with Dr. Rachel Skrlac Lo
08 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Rachel Skrlac Lo discusses visual literacy, the possibilities of reading/writing/composing, and taking note of what has been learned during the pa...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Literati Edition with Charles Martin and Nick Hermes
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creators Charles Martin and Nick Hermes share about the history of Literati Press, as well as key titles from this publisher. They highlight Bl...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 259 with Terry Beatty
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Terry Beatty talks about creating for DC, collaborating with Max Allan Collins, and his ongoing work on Rex Morgan MD. You can visit this comic strip ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 258 with Van Jensen
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Van Jensen talks about crafting in prose, creating in comics, and collaborating on books like Arca with Jesse Lonergan. You can read more about...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Al Bigley Gold Foil Edition
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Al Bigley stops back by to share stories and include images of his work (visit the YouTube video for the full effect).
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 257 with Al Bigley
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Al Bigley talks about his work with DC, Golden Books, and Kenner. You can read more about Al's work at https://www.albigley.com/ an...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 256 with Steve Sheinkin
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Steve Sheinkin talks about crafting engaging stories from the world of history, both in prose and graphic novels. You can read more about Steve...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 255 with Brent Hartinger
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Brent Hartinger talks about writing for adults and youth, as well as the creative possibilities of the now. You can read more about Brent's...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with Stacy McAnulty
05 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Prolific author Stacy McAnulty talks school visits, creating picture books and chapter books and informational books, plus more! You can read about St...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Edition with Aleema Omotoni
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Aleema Omotoni talks about the new book, Everyone's Thinking It, including the path to authoring and the process of writing for young reade...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 252 with Bayleigh Underwood
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Bayleigh Underwood talks crafting in the world of D&D, plus Nature's Labyrinth, dream collaborations, and more. You can follow ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 251 with Caroline Brooks DuBois
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and educator Caroline Brooks DuBois shares writerly advice and speaks to the possibilities of poetry and verse novels. You can read more about ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 250 with Malachi Ward
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Malachi Ward talks Trek, Black Hammer, collaborations with Matt Sheenan, and more. You can read about Malachi's work at https://www...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 249 with Bill Reinhold
03 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator and artist Bill Reinhold talks about meaningful collaborations, his current work-in-progress with Carl Potts, and the perfect playlist ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 246 with Nora Shalaway Carpenter
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Nora Shalaway Carpenter talks about writing for young adult/middle grades audiences, pushing back on assumptions about rural life, and breaking...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 245 with Mel Valentine Vargas
02 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and artist Mel Valentine Vargas talks about the process of adapting Meg Medina's novel Yaqui Delgado Wants to Kick Your Ass into graphic no...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 244 with Jared Huisingh
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Educator and author Jared Huisingh talks about the possibilities of education, critical media literacy, comics, and more. You can read Jared's wor...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Hilo Edition with Judd Winick
01 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Judd Winick talks about crafting for DC, his path to comics, and creating the Hilo series.
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 242 with Tom Feister
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Tom Feister talks about his work in animation, as well as his work on books like Ex Machina, and connecting students with literacy in a...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 241 with Tim Ogline
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and artist Tim Ogline talks about working on the book, We Survived the Holocaust: The Bluma and Felix Goldberg Story, including the process, po...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Edenfrost Edition with Amit Tishler
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Amit Tishler talks about creating the comics series/graphic novel Edenfrost, including the inspirations behind the book, the questions of ident...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 239 with Chris Baron
29 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and educator Chris Baron talks about upcoming collaboration in The Secret of the Dragon Gems, as well as his recent work, The Gray, and his ver...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Falling Out of Time Edition with Margaret Peterson Haddix
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Margaret Peterson Haddix talks about the importance of literacy for young people, as well as teacher resources and her new book, Falling Out of Time. ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 238 with Arlen Schumer
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and cultural historian Arlen Schumer talks about a publishing year to come, including his work with Silver Age comics, The Twilight Zone, and S...
Words, Images, & Worlds: BRZRKR Edition with Ron Garney
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Ron Garney reflects on his origins as a comics reader, his time at Marvel, and working on BRZRKR with Keanu Reeves and Matt Kindt -- pl...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 237 with Ben Hatke
27 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and artist Ben Hatke talks with me about writing in the world of Reynard, Things in the Basement, and upcoming work to come. You can read more ...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 236 with Shelby Criswell
26 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and artist Shelby Criswell talks about creating in comics like Terminal Punk, working with Matthew Erman, and more. You can read more about She...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Unicornirific Episode with Dana Simpson
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Dana Simpson talks about creating books for all ages, and the value of pictures plus strong vocabulary choices.
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 235 with Denton Tipton
25 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Denton Tipton talks about how work and collaborations with IDW, as well as a bit about his upcoming work with Magma Comix.
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 229 with Joe Corallo
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics writer Joe Corallo talks about crafting science fiction, fantasy, and mythological work. Check out his collaborations with Liana Kangas, his wo...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Special Issue with Jack C. Harris
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Writer and editor Jack C. Harris talks about nurturing new talent, writing in the heroic world of comics, and his new book, Working with Ditko. You ca...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 227 with Barbara Dale
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and artist Barbara Dale talks about creating art, the path to finding creative voice, the power of political cartoons, and more. You can visit ...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Mouse Guard Edition with David Petersen
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator David Petersen talks about the path to Mouse Guard and current development in this world, as well as working in the world of Jim Henson...
Words, Images, & Worlds Episode 226 with Kat Zhang
22 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Kat Zhang, whose work is featured in the new anthology, Writing in Color: Fourteen Writers on the Lessons We've Learned, talks about crafti...
Words, Images, & Worlds: The Adventures Continue Season 3 Edition with Jacob Edgar
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Jacob Edgar talks about working on The Ones with Brian Michael Bendis and upcoming issues of Batman: The Adventures Continue. Check out...