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Ralph Macchio spent over four decades at Marvel Comics, serving as a writer, editor, and eventually Executive Editor during some of the company's most transformative periods. Beginning his career in …

In this episode, we roll out with Bob Budiansky and Simon Furman, the legendary minds behind the original Transformers comics from Marvel and Marvel UK respectively. With Skybound's massive compendiu…

It’s a project of epic proportions as writers and artists in the world of comics are taking part in a new comic featuring the creations of Don Simpson. Multimensions will see Megaton Man and other Si…

Matt Wagner, creator of the legendary independent titles Grendel and Mage, shares his journey to become one of comics' most respected writer-artists. Our conversation explores the origins and complex…

The works of Jon Dexter are varied and wonderfully written. From the canine adventures Alpha Dogs to the noir Dime-Store Detective, fans revel in his imaginative stories.

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Brett Booth has established himself as one of the industry's most dynamic and energetic artists, known for his kinetic action sequences and distinctive character designs that have graced the pages of…

Keith Arem and Chris Yates join us to discuss their new Kickstarter project, Frost Road, a visually stunning psychological thriller. Keith, known for his extensive work directing video game performan…

Jim Calafiore has established himself as one of comics' most distinctive and versatile artists over a career spanning three decades. Known for his dynamic layouts and expressive character work, Jim f…

Larry Lieber, the legendary artist and writer who contributed to the early Marvel Universe alongside his brother Stan Lee, joins us to discuss his new book CHIRPS. After briefly touching on his stori…

Ed Catto is back, this time talking about the 2025 edition of Ithacon! It's coming up this weekend, April 5-6, at Ithaca College, and Ed get into all the details: the guests, the panels, the swag, an…

Tom Mason is a comics industry veteran and a key figure in the rise of Malibu Comics. As one of the company’s founders, he played a pivotal role in launching the creator-owned imprint Bravura and co-…

Christopher Priest is one of the most influential writers in modern comics, known for his sharp wit, intricate storytelling, and groundbreaking contributions to the industry. He began his career at M…

Junior Bandit Penelope makes her debut in this interview with the Phoebe and Her Unicorn maestro, Dana Simpson! What began as a webcomic called "Heavenly Nostrils" in 2012 has evolved into a syndicat…

Our next guests need no introduction... but we're going to do it anyway! Walter & Louise Simonson are comic book royalty, each leaving an indelible mark on beloved characters and series. The intervie…

Role-playing game (RPG) lover and independent comic book creator DM Ray is back with the second issue of The Madcaps! A blend of fantasy, action and fun makes this a perfect fit for RPG and comic fan…

The creative team behind ComiXology's Edgeworld and both past guests, Chuck Austen and Pat Olliffe, are back! This time it's a project called Defiant, a space sci-fi epic from those cool cats at DSTL…

Kyle Starks has become a standout voice in independent comics, known for his distinctive comedic storytelling and energetic art style that blends humor with action-packed narratives. His breakthrough…

Scott Kolins has been a powerhouse in the comic book world for decades, known for his distinctive, high-energy style. As a penciler and cover artist, he's left an indelible mark on titles like The Fl…

Russ Kazmierczak has carved out a unique niche in the indie comics scene as the creator of Amazing Arizona Comics, a locally-focused superhero universe that blends satire with Southwest sensibilities…

John Rose has been breathing new life into the iconic comic strip Barney Google and Snuffy Smith for over two decades. After joining as an inking assistant to Fred Lasswell in 1998, he took over the …