Words, Images, & Worlds
Episodes
Words, Images, & Worlds with Joseph Silver
26 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Joseph Silver talks about working on titles like Animal Man, exploring creative directions and collaborations, and the path to creating...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Jennie Wood
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Jennie Wood discusses their path to creating in books like Flutter and Mad Cave's Paper Planes. Jennie also discusses the experienc...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Ken Quattro
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics historian Ken Quattro talks about the cultural impact and legitimacy of comics, as well as representation in the medium. Ken also discusses his...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Darryl Banks
24 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The always-kind Darryl Banks talks with me about preferred tools of the trade in comics, as well as his work on Green Lantern/Silver Surfer.
Words, Images, & Worlds with Guy Dorian Sr.
23 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Guy Dorian Sr. talks about his work on Rom, as well as his creating across media in film and action figures. You can find out more abut...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Tim Seeley
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Writer and creator Tim Seeley talks about his work in the shared universe sandbox, as well as working on titles like Local Man, Revival, and Hack/Slas...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Sarah Albee
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Sarah Albee talks about her history in creative media and current work in writing highly creative, inquiry-based nonfiction for young readers. ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Ben Ferrari
21 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Ben Ferrari talks about supporters and collaborators on the creative journey, crafting in the world of Carriers, Always Punch Nazis, an...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Roland Mann
20 Jan 2024
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Comics creator Roland Mann talks about creating in the world of Silverline Comics after his work in the world of Malibu Comics and more, including his...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Tom DeFalco
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Legendary comics writer and editor Tom DeFalco talks about collaborating with artists like Ron Frenz and Patrick Olliffe, crafting stories, embracing ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Darryl Young
19 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Darryl Young talks about his style, as well as his work with Power Comics and creations across animation and toy design.
Words, Images, & Worlds with Ian J. Miller
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Ian J. Miller talks about his work on Zombie with a Shotgun, Witch's Woods, and more. You can find out more about Ian's work at...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Lorien Lawrence
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author and educator Lorien Lawrence talks about creating scary stories for young readers, including the Fright Watch series. You can read more about L...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Kerry Callen
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Kerry Callen discusses his comic strip work, Super Antics, as well as his graphic novel work in Halo and Sprocket and Dirtnap. You can ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Chris Crutcher
17 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Chris Crutcher talks about the power of storytelling for young people, the vital role of honest stories, and more work to come. We also briefly...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Jo Hackl
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Jo Hackl talks about creating Smack Dab in the Middle of Maybe, exploring first-gen college experiences, and shares about a plethora of resourc...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Adam Gudeon
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author, illustrator, and educator Adam Gudeon talks about his work in the visual and verbal for young readers, the poetry of picture books, and the be...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Richard Pace
16 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Richard Pace stops by the podcast to talk about his work in comics, including art in progress and his experiences with creatives like Mark Russell and...
Words, Images, & Worlds with John Lees
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator and author John Lees talks about crafting suspense in the visual medium, including his work with Alex Cormack and titles like Sink, Mou...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Thushanthi Ponweera
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Thushanthi Ponweera talks about the joy of working the verse novels, centering Sri Lankan experiences, and the new book, I Am Kavi. You can rea...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Ian Richardson
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Ian Richardson talks about working in the worlds of 2000 AD, Image Comics, Halo and more. You can follow more about Ian's work at h...
Words, Images, & Worlds with David Whalen
14 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator David Whalen talks about his journey into the medium and the stories that he is drawn to share through Correct Handed Comics. You can f...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Aaron Lopresti
14 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Aaron Lopresti talks about his path in the industry and recent work crafting in his creator-owned worlds. You can read more about Aaron...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Russ Cox
13 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics and picture book author/illustrator Russ Cox talks about his creative journey, working across media, and creating for young/all-ages readers. Y...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Zach Howard
12 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Zach Howard talks about his history in the medium, as well as his current work on Moonshine Bigfoot. You can read more about Zach's...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Mark Stafford
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Mark Stafford talks about collaborating with the likes of David Hine, working on visual worlds and adaptations, and more creating to co...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Tom Heintjes
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author and publisher Tom Heintjes talks about his passion for comics and sharing about work in the medium. You can find out more about Tom and Hogan&#...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Chris Fenoglio
10 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Chris Fenoglio talks about his path to comics, his creative style, and his continuing work on Star Trek: Lower Decks. You can read more...
Words, Images, & Worlds with John Parra
09 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author and illustrator John Parra talks about sharing stories through words and images, as well as collaborating and creating his own books for young ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Chris Tebbetts
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author Chris Tebbetts talks about writing for adults, young adults, and middle grades readers, as well as collaborating with people like James Patters...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Mark McCann
07 Jan 2024
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Comics creator Mark McCann talks about his writing process and inspirations, as well as working on titles like Death Dealer, Never Never, and more. Yo...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Matt Slay
06 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Matt Slay talks about ingredients for positive collaborations, working in the industry, and creating in his own sandboxes with Patchwor...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Mark Bertolini
06 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Mark Bertolini talks about his work in visual storytelling, including collaborating with artist Vernon Smith and telling stories like B...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Art Club Edition with Rashad Doucet
05 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author and artist Rashad Doucet returns to the podcast to talk about his latest work, Art Club, as well as the power of creativity and his inspiration...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Niall Orourke
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Niall Orourke talks about collaborating with Ron Moran and Mike Hartigan on titles like The Crying Boy and Squish and Squash. You can r...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Christian DiBari
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Christian DiBari talks about working the worlds of animation storyboarding, horror comics, and upcoming passion project. You can read m...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Gary Martin
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Gary Martin talks about creative style and vision, continuing to grow as an artist and storyteller, his work with Steve Rude on The Mot...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Jake Burt
03 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Author and educator Jake Burt talks about the links between teaching and writing, the joy of creating realistic and fantastic stories for middle grade...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Shawn Gabborin
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Shawn Gabborin talks about crafting the world of horror comics and prose, including his work on Puppet Master, and upcoming projects. Y...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Gregory Wright
02 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Gregory Wright talks about his experiences in comics, approach to writing, coloring, and editing, and work as an educator.
Words, Images, & Worlds with Laura Robb
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Literacy expert and teacher of teachers Laura Robb talks with me about engaging readers, including practical strategies and work that teachers can do ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Simon Furman
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
A happy new year episode is ring in 2024 with legendary comics creator Simon Furman. We discuss his collaboration with Andrew Wildman, work across com...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Steven E. Gordon
30 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Animator, director, and illustrator Steven E. Gordon talks about his path to comics and film, the stories that inspire him most, and his ongoing work ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Jordan Thomas
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Jordan Thomas talks about working in the world of visual storytelling to share tales of crime and horror, westerns and science fiction,...
Words, Images, & Worlds: Part Two with Dr. Gene Kannenberg, Jr.
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Gene Kannenberg, Jr. returns to talk about the very much alive world of print, the cultural impact of comics grammar, and exploring work with the ...
Words, Images, & Worlds: A Second Visit with Jack Briglio
29 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Jack Briglio talks about crafting for the world of DC Comics, creating the all-ages graphic novel, Thunderboom, and more. You can read ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Colleen Douglas
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Colleen Douglas talks about crafting engaging stories, the first loves she found in comics, and fashioning tales of suspense and the su...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Miguel Jorge
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Miguel Jorge talks about collaborating with Jack Briglio in Flip, working with Markosia, and the comics literary approach in Instructio...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Steve Englehart
27 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Steve Englehart talks about creating in comics and prose, originating characters like Nightman, working in television and other media, and the ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Greg Anderson Elysée
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Greg Anderson Elysée discusses his work in comics and links to mythology, as well as the positive, collaborative community he has fou...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Rags Morales
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Rags Morales talks about his journey in comics, work to come, and his journey of self-discovery. You can find out more about Rags's...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Richard Starkings
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Richard Starkings talks about his creative journey, including work on many titles over the years in the world of lettering, his writing...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Rich Moyer
24 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Rich Moyer talks about creating the Ham Helsing world and working in syndicated cartoon strips. You can read more about Rich's work...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Daniel Kalban
23 Dec 2023
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Comics creator Daniel Kalban talks about crafting the Libertyverse and exploring superhero narratives. You can read more about Daniel's work at ht...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Scott DM Simmons
23 Dec 2023
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Comics creator Scott DM Simmons talks about developing stories in independent creator spaces, as well as for major companies and titles, and discusses...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Ben Humeniuk
22 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Ben Humeniuk discusses the links between teaching and comics, exploring literature as inspirations for storytelling, and crafting in wo...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Dr. Maneka Brooks
21 Dec 2023
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Dr. Maneka Brooks discusses the need for qualitative research and deeper answers in reading interventions, as well as working in education and opening...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Delilah S. Dawson
20 Dec 2023
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Author Delilah S. Dawson talks about crafting for young adults, middle grades, and adult audiences with titles like The Violence, Star Wars: Rise of t...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Dre Daniels
19 Dec 2023
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Comics creator Dre Daniels talks about crafting the world of Treble, including the newest book, a trade collection now funding at https://www.indiegog...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Scott Shaw
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator and animator Scott Shaw talks about his work across media on some very popular characters, plus upcoming work and his current reading i...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Lamar Giles
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Lamar Giles ushers in a new age of episodes for the show with a talk about DC's Static and his work in young adult/middle grades fiction. You can ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Dr. Stephanie Reid
16 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Stephanie Reid discusses the importance of literacy, including the visual, and shares about her experiences working as a teacher and as a teacher ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Stonie Williams
16 Dec 2023
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Comics creator Stonie Williams talks about work to come, exploring creative worlds in Villainous, and continued work in Cthulhu anthologies. You can r...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Nancy Churnin
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Nancy Churnin stops by the podcast to talk about Dear Mr. Dickens, including the history behind this book and how teachers are using it in clas...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Jason Reeves
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Jason Reeves talks about working with a positive community in publishing, sharing stories of Black characters in books like OneNation a...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Jo Hackl
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author Jo Hackl talks about empowering educators with resources and writing for young audiences, with notes about the book, Smack Dab in the Middle of...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Lester Laminack
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Author and educator Lester Laminack talks about strategies to engage young readers, as well as encouragement for teachers.
Words, Images, & Worlds with David Hazan
13 Dec 2023
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Author and comics creator David Hazan talks about his work in the world of Mad Cave and Scout Comics in titles like Nottingham and Monomyth. You can r...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Bob Greenberger
12 Dec 2023
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Writer, editor, and educator Bob Greenberger discusses his work on Batman, as well as editing Doom Patrol and Suicide Squad, and the literary connecti...
Words, Images, & World with Adam Gorham
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Adam Gorham talks about crafting in the worlds of The Witcher and Star Wars, collaborating with creatives like Iman Vellani (Ms. Marvel...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Cully Hamner
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Cully Hamner talks about working in the worlds of Red, Blue Beetle, The Shade, and many more -- including his appreciation of the colla...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Jim Zub
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Jim Zub talks about his journey in the medium, as well as his creative process and approach to his recent run on Conan the Barbarian fr...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Mike Vosburg
10 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Artist and creator Mike Vosburg talks about working comics and the world of storyboarding on films like the Narnia series, with notes to milestones in...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Greg Goldstein
09 Dec 2023
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Comics creator and editor Greg Goldstein talks about his history in comics, notable collaborations, and ongoing appreciation of and support for the me...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Timothy Fling
08 Dec 2023
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Comics creator Timothy Fling talks about his path in the field, as well as his work on Water Wars and more from Earth Dog Studios. You can read more a...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Daniel Henriques
08 Dec 2023
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Comics writer and artist Daniel Henriques talks about creating the worlds of Spawn and DC, including a few threads about his upcoming book, No Home He...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Mark Verheiden
07 Dec 2023
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Writer and showrunner Mark Verheiden talks about his work in comics, film, and television, including work for Dark Horse and DC, scripting The Mask an...
Words, Images, & Worlds with James Watson
07 Dec 2023
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Comics creator James Watson talks about his path in comics and animation, creating for young adult/adult audiences, and exploring science fiction in h...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Dara Naraghi
06 Dec 2023
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Writer Dara Naraghi talks about working in the world of Terminator, comics adaptations of animation, James Patterson comics adaptations, and more.
Words, Images, & Worlds with Philip Tan
06 Dec 2023
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Comics creator Philip Tan talks about the role of the medium in his reading life, his path to the role of creator, and the major figures who have supp...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Christopher Sequeira
05 Dec 2023
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Comics creator and author Christopher Sequeira talks about his work on Star Trek Holo-Ween, as well as creating for DC Comics, editing anthologies foc...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Pat Shand
05 Dec 2023
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Comics creator Pat Shand talks about his prolific career, including work on Grimm Fairy Tales, Van Helsing, Robyn Hood, and a range of titles for matu...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Alex Cormack
04 Dec 2023
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Comics creator Alex Cormack talks about his work with David Pepose for Mad Cave Studios, as well as his collaborations with Ben Goldsmith and his rang...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Trung Le Nguyen
03 Dec 2023
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Author and artist Trung Le Nguyen discusses what comics can do from a literary standpoint, as well as work on The Magic Fish and sources of inspir...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Dr. Gravity Goldberg
03 Dec 2023
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Dr. Gravity Goldberg talks about authentic instruction, tips for new teachers, and the vital role of reading (as well as complex reading instruction)....
Words, Images, & Worlds with MT Anderson
03 Dec 2023
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Author MT Anderson talks about the inspiration for his new book, Elf Dog & Owl Head, his love of the mountains, his path as an author, and more wo...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Nick Marinkovich
02 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Comics creator Nick Marinkovich talks about his current work in Dead Romans, titles to come, and the support of creators and editors like Jim Valentin...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Chuck Dixon
02 Dec 2023
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Comics creator and author Chuck Dixon talks about working in the world of comics and prose with popular characters like Batman and The Punisher, colla...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Christy Marx
01 Dec 2023
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Writer Christy Marx talks about working in the world of animation, including work on GI Joe, Conan, and Jem, as well as working comics, nonfiction, an...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Dr. Sophia Sarigianides
01 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sophia Sarigianides, co-author of Rethinking the "Adolescent" in Adolescent Literacy and Letting Go of Literary Whiteness: Antiracist Li...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Dr. Renee Hobbs
30 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Renee Hobbs discusses critical media literacy, the importance of examining all texts closely, and the questions that can drive this process forwar...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Andrew Wildman
30 Nov 2023
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Comics creator Andrew Wildman talks about the appeal of the comics medium, support and collaboration on the creative journey, and working across media...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Matt Horak
29 Nov 2023
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Comics creator Matt Horak discusses his path to comics, visions for creator-owned work, and contributions to characters like Black Panther, Deadpool, ...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Andrea Lorenzo Molinari
29 Nov 2023
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Comics creator and editor Andrea Lorenzo Molinari talks about the storytelling found in theology, his work on The Shepherd, and his role in supporting...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Ed Bickford
28 Nov 2023
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Comics creator Ed Bickford talks about his work with Scout Comics, as well as his book, American Chop Suey, which began as a syndicated comic strip.
Words, Images, & Worlds with Mike Camelo
28 Nov 2023
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Comics creator Mike Camelo talks about his work with Mad Cave on Battlecats, as well as inspirations and what comics allow him to do as a storyteller....
Words, Images, & Worlds with Dan Lawlis
27 Nov 2023
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Comics creator Dan Lawlis talks about the future of comics, crafting in the world of Barb Wire, and collaborating with legends like Keith Giffen.
Words, Images, & Worlds with Jeff Messer
26 Nov 2023
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Comics creator Jeff Messer talks about crafting in comics, realizing dreams as a creative, and collaborating with people like Mike Grell and Bo Hampto...
Words, Images, & Worlds with Geof Isherwood
26 Nov 2023
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Comics creator Geof Isherwood talks about working across media, from comics to film, and discusses milestones along the way.
Words, Images, & Worlds with Glenn Whitmore
25 Nov 2023
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Comics creator Glenn Whitmore talks about his historic work on Superman, his creative connections and career milestones, and the continuing role of th...