The Saga of Saga

In which we discuss the much-discussed Saga by Brian K Vaughn and Fiona Staples!  We delve a teensy bit in to the backgrounds of the creators and what they've done otherwise.  We also discuss what we like (or maybe don't like) about the series.

Episode V is live, baby!  We're still working on how we put together the show.  I think it'll depend on the topic.  Shows that are run-based will likely focus more on creator bios or maybe just behind-the-scenes stuff on the run.  Shows that focus on a broader character treatment will probably be lighter on that stuff with maybe a few references tossed in for a bit of spice.  We're also working on diversifying our content.  It won't always be Marvel/DC as you can see from this episode!  Anyway, please leave a rating and comment on whichever service you downloaded your episode from.  If you want to find us on Facebook or Twitter, the links are below.  Feel free to get a hold of us there!

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Phil here:  Su did the research on this episode.  All I did was read the comics in question.  Su says she used sources like these (along with basic info from Wikipedia and some bios on the Image and DC websites):

A New York Times bit on Fiona Staples:
https://www.nytimes.com/2015/07/12/arts/the-comic-book-artist-fiona-staples-gives-archie-a-makeover.html?_r=0

A Blog post discussing Staples:
https://drawersdrawerblog.wordpress.com/2016/03/29/fiona-staples/

BKV Website:
https://bkvcomics.com/

Article on BKV launching Saga:
https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/lost-brian-k-vaughan-saga-comic-damon-lindelof-300188

Interview with BKV at the launch of Saga:
https://www.cbr.com/exclusive-brian-k-vaughan-starts-his-saga/

Comics read for the purpose of this episode:

Saga: 1-54