Words, Images, & Worlds

Words, Images, & Worlds with Tom McWeeney

06 Mar 2024

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Artist and comics creator Tom McWeeney talks about his work with DC and Wildstorm, as well as positive collaborations in the world of comics.

Words, Images, & Worlds: James Aquilone Returns!

05 Mar 2024

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Writer, editor, and publisher James Aquilone returns to talk about his newest project, The Omega 11, as well as hints of upcoming projects from Monstr...

Words, Images, & Worlds: Jim Fern Returns!

05 Mar 2024

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Comics creator Jim Fern talks about his creative journey, interacting with people like John Buscema, and his current focus in the world of art.

Words, Images, & Worlds with Evan Quiring

05 Mar 2024

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Comics creator Evan Quiring talks about his process, working on titles like Murder City Devil and Lucha Mysteries, and maintaining his passion for com...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Will Murray

04 Mar 2024

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Author and creator Will Murray stops by to talk about Doc Savage, Squirrel Girl, the power of pulps and comics, and more.

Words, Images, & Worlds: Jesse Lonergan Returns!

04 Mar 2024

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Comics creator Jesse Lonergan returns to the podcast to talk about his current creating, as well as wordless science fiction comics. You can find out ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Bryan Ballinger

04 Mar 2024

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Author, artist, sculptor, and toy designer Bryan Ballinger talks about the energy to create, plus work to come in the world of picture books. You can ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Sarah Byam and David Ingersoll

03 Mar 2024

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Legendary comics creator Sarah Byam stops by to talk about Billi 99, the newly-explored and collectible vision of a project that began in publication ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Rau BlackHawk

03 Mar 2024

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Rau BlackHawk talks about his role in consulting and providing authentic experiences and first-hand knowledge of the Lakota people in the graphic nove...

Words, Images, & Worlds: Lucas Turnbloom Returns!

03 Mar 2024

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Creator Lucas Turnbloom returns to talk about the success of Steve L. McEvil, including a recent ALA acknowledgement, and more work to come soon in Ho...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Jorge Coelho

03 Mar 2024

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Comics creator Jorge Coelho talks about working on a range of projects, from Gatsby to Robocop, as well as the joy of the visual arts.

Words, Images, & Worlds with John Burgin

03 Mar 2024

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Comics creator John Burgin talks about working in the world of Frogboy, building stories, and connecting with readers. You can find out more about Joh...

Words, Images, & Worlds with J. Robert Deans

03 Mar 2024

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Comics creator and picture book author J. Robert Deans stops by to discuss Hippofartamus (his creation with his daughter/co-creator), as well as his B...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Ed Steckley

02 Mar 2024

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Artist, illustrator, humorist, designer, creator Ed Steckley talks about creating comics in worlds like Mad Magazine, Cracked, and much more. You can ...

Words, Images, & Worlds: Peanuts Edition with Dr. Gene Kannenberg, Jr.

02 Mar 2024

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Educator and author Dr. Gene Kannenberg, Jr. talks about his history with the Peanuts comic strip, his practice in pop-up and layered book-making, and...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Duncan Rouleau

02 Mar 2024

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Duncan Rouleau of Ben 10 and Sonic Prime fame talks about creating in television, comics, and beyond. Duncan details the creative process and consider...

Words, Images, & Worlds: Mike Collins Returns!

02 Mar 2024

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Comics creator Mike Collins talks about adapting comics to film and working across media in this adaptations-focused episode.

Words, Images, & Worlds with Cris Tovani

01 Mar 2024

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Author and educator Cris Tovani talks about what works in reading education for older students, linking practice and theory in teaching, and resources...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Queenie Chan

01 Mar 2024

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Comics creator Queenie Chan talks about the influence and possibilities with manga, exploring the world of The Dreaming, and the cultural aspects of s...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Mike Grell

29 Feb 2024

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In a special archival edition, I share a recorded interview with Mike Grell from HeroesCon 2022. Mike is, of course, known for his work on titles like...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Todd Johnson

29 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Todd Johnson talks about returning to the world of Tribe with artist Larry Stroman, including a collaborative partnership that is also ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Morgan Beem

29 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Morgan Beem talks about creative approach, collaborations, and work on titles like Crashing, Swamp Thing: Twin Branches and Buffy. You ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Axel Medellin

29 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Axel Medellin stops by for a brief chat about Elephantmen, Venus/Omega, and more. You can read more about Axel's work at https://ww...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Deborah Hopkinson

29 Feb 2024

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Author Deborah Hopkinson discusses writing historical books for young readers, including the process of creating and the joy of connecting with reader...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Mike Kaye

28 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Mike Kaye talks about the lifelong work of creating, with a focus on his character, Ampho Man.

Words, Images, & Worlds with Kevin Delgado

28 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Kevin Delgado talks about his work for Image, the evolution of his style, and more. You can find out more about Kevin's work at his...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Steve Ekstrom

28 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Steve Ekstrom talks about the process of writing suspenseful comics, making his way in the industry, and his current work on the Sumeri...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Bob McMahon

28 Feb 2024

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Comics creator and cartoonist Bob McMahon talks about a chance encounter with George Harrison, creating the anthropomorphic Cookie & Broccoli, and...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Dirk Manning

27 Feb 2024

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To commemorate this episode number, I invited comics creator and mastermind of the multimodal, Dirk Manning, to talk about his new project, Homestead....

Words, Images, & Worlds with Aaron Bartling

26 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Aaron Bartling talks about crafting in worlds like Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Power Rangers, and more. You can find out more about A...

Words, Images, & Worlds: Raymond Benson Returns!

26 Feb 2024

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Author Raymond Benson returns to the podcast to talk about the legacy of the literary Bond, as well as the upcoming release of the omnibus collection ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Barbara Dee

26 Feb 2024

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Author Barbara Dee talks about the new book, Unstuck, including her exploration of characters and a journey through writing. You can find out more abo...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Greg Biga

25 Feb 2024

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Author and educator Greg Biga talks about his love of comics, as well as the joy of profiling creators for https://twomorrows.com.

Words, Images, & Worlds: EC Hanson Returns!

25 Feb 2024

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Author EC Hanson returns to talk about Mothman Haze, his unique take on the cryptozoic, as well as work to come. You can find out more about EC at htt...

Words, Images, & Worlds with David Mack

25 Feb 2024

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Author David Mack talks with me about Star Trek lore, diving into science fiction worlds, and his current work on Star Trek: Picard: Firewall. You can...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Vicky Fang

24 Feb 2024

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Author Vicky Fang talks about the challenge of writing for young people, work on Ava Lin, Best Friend and the Layla and the Bots series, plus work to ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Lovern Kindzierski

23 Feb 2024

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Comics writer and colorist Lovern Kindzierski talks about his path to comics, considerations when coloring, and approaches to writing in the medium. Y...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Travis Gibb

23 Feb 2024

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Creator and publisher Travis Gibb talks about building collaborative community in comics, including his work in the world of Cthulu Invades and Granit...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Erik Burnham

23 Feb 2024

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Comics writer Erik Burnham talks about collaborating with wonderful people like Sarah Myer, as well as working on licensed properties like Ghost Buste...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Arie Kaplan

22 Feb 2024

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Author Arie Kaplan talks about writing comics, television, and more, including stories of his creative journey and unexpected turns. You can read more...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Josef Rubinstein

22 Feb 2024

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Artist and comics creator Josef Rubinstein talks about his history in the medium, creative processes and philosophy, and current commission work.

Words, Images, & Worlds: Andrea Molinari Returns!

22 Feb 2024

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Editor, writer, and comics creator Andrea Molinari returns to the podcast to talk about the current Kickstarter for the collected edition of The Sheph...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Kel McDonald

20 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Kel McDonald stops by to discuss creating, comics, and the Kickstarter campaign that is currently rolling for Murky Water. You can find...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Brian "Box" Brown

20 Feb 2024

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Author and illustrator Brian "Box" Brown talks about his creative directions, inquiry-based work in nonfiction comics, and work in comic str...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Jeremy Haun

19 Feb 2024

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Comics writer and artist Jeremy Haun talks about working on projects with none other than Todd McFarlane in the world of King Spawn, as well as explor...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Wes Locher

18 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Wes Locher talks about his work on books like Unit 44, Bug Slugger, and more. You can see more about Wes's creativity at https://we...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Anthony Cleveland

18 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Anthony Cleveland talks about working with Mad Cave on titles like Show's End, Stargazer, and more. You can read about Anthony'...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Ray Pointer

17 Feb 2024

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Author and veteran of animation Ray Pointer talks about his work in restoring and researching the animated worlds of Max Fleischer. You can read more ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with George Pratt

17 Feb 2024

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Artist and comics creator George Pratt talks about being smart in your hard work in the comics industry, as well as his work on titles like Detective ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Steve Tanner

16 Feb 2024

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Comics creator and publisher Steve Tanner talks about discovering comics and crafting in worlds like Flintlock and Quantum. You can read more about St...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Aaron Rosenberg

16 Feb 2024

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Author Aaron Rosenberg discusses connecting with fans at conventions, creating worlds of his own and using his talents to add to existing universes, a...

Words, Images, & Worlds: Part 1 with Stefano Gaudiano

15 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Stefano Gaudiano talks about his creative inspirations and working on titles like The Walking Dead, Gotham Central, and more on part on...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Kwanza Osajyefo

15 Feb 2024

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Comics author Kwanza Osajyefo talks about his path in comics, creative process, collaborations with notable voices in the industry, and more. You can ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Justin Peniston

13 Feb 2024

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Comics creator and writer Justin Peniston talks about working in the worlds of Hunter Black, Sonic BOOM, DC Comics, and more. You can find out more ab...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Ray-Anthony Height

12 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Ray-Anthony Height talks about his experiences working with popular characters and long-established universes, as well as the sweet spo...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Paul Pelletier

12 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Paul Pelletier talks about the creative challenges of working in comics, some of his best collaborations and experiences, and work on t...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Ron Fortier

11 Feb 2024

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Comics and pulp writer Ron Fortier talks about storytelling, from his history with adventure to his latest work with Silverline. You can find out more...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Alverne Ball

11 Feb 2024

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Comics creator and graphic novel scholar Alverne Ball talks about his work in the medium, including stories to come and his work with Jason Reeves and...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Janae Marks

11 Feb 2024

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Author Janae Marks talks about writing for young readers, creating books like the Zoe Washington series, and connecting with readers. You can read mor...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Robin Gow

10 Feb 2024

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Author and poet Robin Gow talks about creating stories in the youth literature space, as well as writing poetry for adults. Robin also mentions explor...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Andrew Thomas

10 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Andrew Thomas talks about collaborating with the likes of Kevin Smith, working on titles like Mosely, Dead Romans, and Quick Stops and...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Jeremy Adams

09 Feb 2024

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Comics creator and writer Jeremy Adams talks about his work with DC characters in film and print, as well as his upcoming (and very exciting) work wit...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Michael Netzer

09 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Michael Netzer talks about his experience in the medium, as well as the questions of life and storytelling that he explores.

Words, Images, & Worlds with Greg Cravens

09 Feb 2024

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Cartoonist Greg Cravens talks about creating in the medium, the joy of the National Cartoonist Society, and sharing beats of life in four panels or le...

Words, Images, & Worlds: We Call Them Myths Edition with Kristian Herrera

08 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Kristian Herrera stops by talk about his new project, focused on creativity and cryptids, We Call Them Myths. You can find out more abo...

Words, Images, & Worlds: Stories in Comics with Jim Fern

07 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Jim Fern talks about his work in the medium, his path to creating, and the kindness of Don Heck. Stay tuned for another talk with Jim, ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Jill Gerber

06 Feb 2024

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Educator Jill Gerber talks about comics pedagogy, book recommendations, and sharing ideas on the website, https://www.perceptivegaze.com.

Words, Images, & Worlds with Ivan Cohen

06 Feb 2024

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Comics writer and editor Ivan Cohen talks about working in comics and media, including his stories featuring Batman & Scooby-Doo. Ivan also talks ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Evan Pozios

06 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Evan Pozios talks about advice for creating, working on titles like Time Grunts, Blood Run, and Silence, and what comics allow in story...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Michael K. Easton

05 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Michael K. Easton talks about his current project, Insectakid #4, and more from https://www.soprocomics.com.

Words, Images, & Worlds: Omi Remalante Returns!

05 Feb 2024

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Comics artist and colorist Omi Remalante returns to talk about his work in the medium, as well as notes on his dreams for his artistic future and refl...

Words, Images, & Worlds: Human Fly Edition with Tony Babinski

05 Feb 2024

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Writer and creator Tony Babinski talks about working in the world of The Human Fly, including a brand-new series on the way, plus film plans and a sea...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Bob Rozakis

04 Feb 2024

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Long-time comics creator Bob Rozakis talks about his path in the industry, working at DC, making history in the medium, and creating characters in the...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Peter Clinton

04 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Peter Clinton talks about dream projects, as well as his work with Silverline Comics and collaboration with Roland Mann. You can read m...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Raúl the Third

04 Feb 2024

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Comics creator and author Raúl the Third talks about what sparked his passion for creating, as well as his collaborative journey with writers like Kw...

Words, Images, & Worlds with David Hahn

04 Feb 2024

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Comics creator David Hahn talks about collaborating with the likes of Karl Kesel, as well as exploring and applying his style and continuing to create...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Keezy Young

03 Feb 2024

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Comics creator and author Keezy Young talks about exploring experiences in graphic novels, the creative and colorful process of working the medium, an...

Words, Images, & Worlds with J. Anderson Coats

03 Feb 2024

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Author J. Anderson Coats talks about exploring history and fantasy in stories for young readers. You can read more about this author's work at htt...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Suma Subramaniam

03 Feb 2024

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Author Suma Subramaniam talks about crafting for young readers in picture books and middle grades novels, as well as interacting with young readers an...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Hena Khan

03 Feb 2024

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Author Hena Khan talks about creativity, writing for all ages, and the new book, Drawing Deena, out in the U.S. on February 6, 2024. Hena also talks a...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Rich Case

03 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Rich Case talks about his current work, as well as connecting with fans and bringing stories to life from the writings of Grant Morriso...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Joe R. Lansdale

02 Feb 2024

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Author Joe R. Lansdale talks with me about creative process, his path of persistence, and his work in thriller and crime, including his recent short ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Lucy Knisley

01 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Lucy Knisley talks about telling stories for all ages, exploring issues and the human story in graphic novels, and gives a shout-out to...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Stefan Tosheff

01 Feb 2024

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Comics creator Stefan Tosheff talks about his love of the medium, his storytelling worlds like Minerva's Map, collaborations and work in progress,...

Words, Images, & Worlds with J.M. DeMatteis

01 Feb 2024

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Legendary author and comics creator J.M. DeMatteis talks about what comics and do, the process of working across form, collaborating with voices like ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Gabriel Hardman

31 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Gabriel Hardman talks about what comics allow him to do in storytelling, including his work on Kinski and Below the Line. You can find ...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Joseph Illidge

31 Jan 2024

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Legendary comics creator and editor Joseph Illidge talks about his history with DC Comics and Milestone, as well as his upcoming work, The Winterfield...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Trina Robbins

31 Jan 2024

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Comics creator and historian Trina Robbins talks about the role of women in comics and exploring the history of female creators in the medium, as well...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Mark Chiarello

31 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Mark Chiarello talks about his love of comics, his collaboration and work with industry greats as both an artist and art director, and ...

Words, Images, & Worlds: Flash Gordon Edition with Jim Keefe

30 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Jim Keefe talks about how history has informed his work, the process of creating comics strips, and his experience with the character F...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Tom Rogers

29 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Tom Rogers talks about working on Herald, as well as doing work for Marvel and DC, and discusses his web comic, Little Charlotte's ...

Words, Images, & Worlds: G-Man Club Edition with Rik Offenberger

29 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Rik Offenberger talks about his work with G-Man Comics, including his passion for the medium, work with fellow creators, and current Ki...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Gary Cohn

29 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Gary Cohn talks about educating, creating, and collaborating on characters like Blue Devil and the world of Shi.

Words, Images, & Worlds with Phillip Russert

28 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Phillip Russert talks about the journey to telling his own stories in comics, as well as his passion projects and drive to share the st...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Anthony Summey

28 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Anthony Summey talks about his work in the medium with projects like Flintlock, as well as his upcoming work on Suzy Sampson. You can r...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Chuck Austen

28 Jan 2024

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Comics creator and author Chuck Austen talks about his creative journey, including work for Marvel, and his work with Patrick Olliffe on Edgeworld.

Words, Images, & Worlds with Vernon Smith

28 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Vernon Smith talks about his work on Bigfoot Frankenstein, his love of comics, and his upcoming collaboration in the world of Tad Caldw...

Words, Images, & Worlds with Jan Scherpenhuizen

28 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Jan Scherpenhuizen talks about collaborations, creating in prose and visuals, and upcoming work on The Human Fly.

Words, Images, & Worlds with Nick Caponi

27 Jan 2024

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Comics creator Nick Caponi talks about the world of "Bad Girl" books, including his work on Purity.

Words, Images, & Worlds with Al Milgrom

26 Jan 2024

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Legendary comics creator Al Milgrom talks about some of the greats in the industry, plus funny stories and puns, plus places to connect in person. You...