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In this episode of Talking Comics, AJ sits down with indie comic creator David Whalen of Correct Handed Comics. With over 60+ published books—including The Offspring, graphic novels, and one-shots—David shares how he builds worlds, publishes through Amazon, balances teaching, creates 24-page one-shots, and plans his future Kickstarters. We talk art, scripts, conventions, comics today, creative advice, and much more.

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Chapters

00:00 Meet David Whalen: The Indie Comic Creator

07:58 The Journey of Creating Comics

15:00 Advice for Aspiring Comic Creators

18:41 The Creative Process Behind Comics

21:11 Creative Process and Character Development

23:36 Transitioning to Middle School Teaching

24:44 Marketing Strategies for Comics

27:40 The Cosmos Collective: Collaboration in Comics

29:54 The Origin of Correct Hand Comics

32:32 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

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This week on Talking Comics, AJ & Annakhan break down their weekly pulls, recap NC Comic Con, share signed books & prints, open mail, and battle in Founding Fathers vs Superheroes trivia! From Poison Ivy to Thor to Deadpool’s co-creator, this episode is loaded with comics, laughs, and big news for the book.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Updates

03:20 Comic Book Pulls and Reviews

09:36 Conventions and Comic Con Experiences

22:06 Mail Time and New Acquisitions

25:14 Fun History Quiz and Founding Fathers vs. Superheroes

34:08 Conclusion and Upcoming Interviews

#talkingcomics #ComicBookHaul #ComicPodcast #WeeklyPulls #NCComicCon #MarvelComics #DCComics #Deadpool #Thor #HarleyQuinn #PoisonIvy #ComicCollectors #SheHulk #IndieComics #ComicCommunity

Entertainment lawyer Gamal Hennessy joins Talking Comics to break down the business and legal side of making comics — from forming an LLC to protecting your intellectual property. Learn about contracts, copyrights, trademarks, and the four Rs of comic deals: Rights, Revenue, Responsibility & Recovery. Whether you’re a creator or fan, this episode will make you smarter about how comics really work.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Intro: Comics Will Break Your Heart

01:00 – Meet Gamal Hennessy: Attorney for Comics

02:20 – From Marvel to Indie Law

06:50 – Can Creators Work with Lawyers Nationwide?

08:45 – When Should You Form an LLC?

11:30 – Funding Your Comic & Protecting IP

14:30 – Transferring Ownership into a Company

17:30 – Piercing the Corporate Veil Explained

20:00 – Red Flags in Comic Contracts

21:20 – The Four R’s: Rights, Revenue, Responsibility, Recovery

24:40 – Negotiating Power for Indie Creators

28:20 – Trademark vs Copyright: What’s the Difference?

33:15 – Using Comics & Characters Legally in Your Work

40:00 – Infringement Reality vs Real World Use

46:20 – Why Gamal Writes Books, Not Comics

49:00 – AJ’s Comic Journey & Lessons Learned

50:30 – Where to Find Gamal’s Books & Podcast

52:50 – Final Thoughts: Don’t Let Legal Fear Stop You

55:20 – Fun Rapid Fire: Favorite Hero, Comic, Universe & More

#TalkingComics #ComicBookLaw #GamalHennessy #IndieComics #ComicCreators #ComicBusiness #MakeComics #ComicPodcast #IntellectualProperty #ComicPublishing #lawyer #copyright #trademark

Join AJ Reimann on Talking Comics as he chats with indie comic creator Jason Seibel, writer of MERCER. They dive into his creative journey, the teamwork behind indie comics, running successful Kickstarters, and his surprising work with Kevin Smith. Learn how MERCER came to life, Jason’s advice for new creators, and his thoughts on the indie comic community.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Welcome Jason Seibel

01:06 – From Air Force to Comic Creator

03:13 – How MERCER Was Born

07:05 – Building the Creative Team

10:23 – Lettering & Learning the Craft

11:17 – Working with Kevin Smith

15:25 – Indie Comic Lessons & Collaboration

18:36 – Meeting Fellow Creators

20:45 – Future Projects: Star Lancer

23:07 – AJ’s Comic Plans

24:45 – Indie Creator Advice

31:15 – Kickstarter Challenges

36:00 – MERCER Variants & Rewards

41:45 – Comic Shops & Community

47:55 – Secret Stash Story

48:11 – What MERCER Is All About

51:18 – Jason’s Best Advice for Creators

56:26 – Fun Questions (Superhero Origins!)

#TalkingComics #IndieComics #ComicCreators #KickstarterComics #JasonSeibel #MercerComic #ComicPodcast #KevinSmith #MakingComics #ComicBookCommunity

Join AJ & Annakhan for another fun episode of Talking Comics! This week we dive into our latest comic pulls, Planet She-Hulk by Stephanie Phillips, and a full round of She-Hulk trivia! We talk con hauls, new Thor finds, indie comics like Chronicles of Panel Pete, and more from the world of superheroes, games, and fandom. Subscribe, like, and share with your comic friends

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Theme Song

03:27 Comic Book Weekly Polls

09:19 Comic Book Reviews and Recommendations

16:54 Mail Time and Unboxing

19:38 Conventions

30:14 Trivia and Fun Questions

46:23 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

#TalkingComics #ComicPodcast #SheHulk #ComicHaul #ComicCommunity #MarvelComics #IndieComics #ComicsTrivia #StephaniePhillips #ThorThursday

Comic creator Jimmie Robinson joins AJ Reimann on Talkin' Comics to discuss his latest series Artillery, the creative process behind Bomb Queen, and how AI and imagination shape modern comics. Hear stories from his 30-year career with Image Comics and Invader Comics.

🎨 Dive into horror, comics, and creativity—Talking Comics style!

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Welcome to Talking Comics

01:25 – Jimmie Robinson Introduces Himself

03:00 – From Bomb Queen to Junk Rabbit

04:45 – Breaking into Comics in the ’90s

06:30 – The Evolution of Style & Self-Publishing

08:20 – Digital vs. Traditional Art

10:00 – The Making of Artillery

12:30 – The Creative Concept Behind Artillery

14:00 – The Heist for Creativity: Artillery Explained

18:00 – Invader Comics & Oakland Roots

21:00 – The Freedom of Slowing Down

22:30 – Fairy Houses & Community Art

25:30 – Inspiration & Model Building Roots

27:40 – The Message Behind Artillery

29:30 – The Satire of Bomb Queen

33:00 – Government-Sanctioned Crime City

36:00 – Advice for New Creators

38:00 – The Changing Comic Landscape

42:00 – AI in Comics: Tool or Threat?

46:00 – The Podcast Origin & Panel Pete

50:00 – Learning by Creating

52:30 – The Inevitable Rise of AI

55:30 – Tangible Art vs. Digital Screens

1:00:00 – Being an Eisner Judge

1:07:00 – The Importance of Print Comics

1:10:00 – Convention Life & Burnout

1:18:00 – Doing Cons for the Love of Comics

1:25:00 – Building a Comic for Yourself

1:30:00 – Favorite Superhero Memories

1:37:00 – Early Comic Reading Experiences

1:42:00 – Current Comic Favorites

1:50:00 – Reading Habits & Collecting Physical Books

1:57:00 – The Future of Creativity

2:02:00 – Closing Thoughts & Thank You

#TalkingComics #JimmieRobinson #ArtilleryComic #BombQueen #InvaderComics #ImageComics #ComicPodcast #ComicBooks #ComicCreator #IndieComics #ComicsCommunity #MakingComics

This week on Talkin' Comics, AJ sits down with artist, writer, and tattoo legend Dan Henk! From punk roots and homelessness to creating dark fantasy novels and horror art inspired by H.P. Lovecraft, Dan opens up about his creative journey, art process, and latest Kickstarter project.

🎨 Dive into horror, comics, and creativity—Talking Comics style!

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Journey into Comics and Storytelling

02:02 From Homelessness to Art School

04:54 The Duality of Art and Writing

07:45 The Evolution of a Comic Book

10:49 Kickstarter and Reviving Old Stories

13:45 The Challenges of Writing and Art

16:46 Influences and Inspirations in Art

19:46 Reflections on Stephen King and Lovecraft

21:17 The Influence of Film on Art

24:32 Artistic Mediums and Inspirations

27:34 Persistence in Creative Pursuits

28:52 Kickstarter and Creator Engagement

30:49 Favorite Characters and Comic Book Memories

34:42 Superpowers and Comic Book Universes

36:58 Horror Movies and Creative Inspirations

#TalkingComics #DanHenk #ComicPodcast #IndieComics #Lovecraft #HorrorArt #KickstarterComics #ComicBooks #TattooArtist #AlanMoore #Cthulhu #ArtInterview #ComicBookCulture

Welcome to the Talking Comics Halloween Special! 🎃

AJ and Annakah unbox exclusive merch, reveal The Chronicles of Panel Pete covers, share their weekly comic pulls, and dive into spooky Halloween trivia and games. 👻

Stay tuned for laughs, scares, and surprises in Episode 56!

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⏱️ Chapter Markers

00:00 Introduction and Halloween Special Kickoff

02:46 Comic Book Pulls and Recommendations

06:10 Weekly Reads and Insights

10:21 Gaming Updates and Experiences

14:55 Mail Time and Unboxing Excitement

20:35 Unboxing Excitement: Merchandise Reveal

23:50 Promotional Materials: Cards and Prints

27:39 Halloween Trivia: Fun and Games

39:37 Haunted Experiences: Personal Stories and Reflections

#TalkingComics #ComicPodcast #HalloweenSpecial #Comics #Podcast #IndieComics #ComicBookHaul #PanelPete #HorrorTrivia #AJandAnnakah #HalloweenEpisode #TalkingComics #PanelPete #ComicBookHaul, #ComicBookTrivia #SuperheroFans #ComicsCommunity #ComicBooks #ThinkYouKnowComics #IndiCreators #CreatingComics #CreatorConversations #ComicPodcast #Indicomiccommunity #artists #writers

Comic creator Benjamin Hunting joins AJ on Talking Comics to discuss his new project Model UN, how to collaborate with artists, lessons from Kickstarter, and advice for aspiring indie comic writers.

They explore the art of storytelling, the creative process behind Code 45 and Dead Air, and why “just start” might be the best advice for new creators.

🎯 Topics include writing rituals, collaborating with artists, navigating Kickstarter, building an audience through email lists, and the inspiration behind Model UN.

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👉 Follow Benjamin: benjaminhunting.com

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We thank everyone for watching and supporting!

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⏱️ Chapter Markers

00:00 Advice for Aspiring Creators

20:56 About Model UN

42:14 Favorite Comic and Super Heros

#TalkingComicsPodcast #BenjaminHunting #ModelUNComic #ComicCreators #IndieComics #ComicPodcast #KickstarterComics #ComicWriting #Code45 #DeadAir #MakingComics #ComicBooks #CreativeProcess

Join AJ Reimann on Talkin’ Comics as he sits down with Colin from Nuff Said Books! Hear how Colin turned loss into inspiration, built his indie comic world, and found success through Kickstarter. They talk conventions, art tips, storytelling, and the love of comics that keeps creators going.

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Follow NuffSaid on Insta! https://www.instagram.com/nuffsaidbooks/

🗣️ Follow Talking Comics for more indie creator interviews, weekly pulls, and comic fun with AJ & Annakhan!

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We thank everyone for watching and supporting!

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⏱️ Chapter Markers

00:00 Discussion on Comic Book Sales and Marketing

05:17 Conventions and Networking in the Comic Community

09:27 Kickstarter Experiences and Lessons Learned

14:25 The Writing Process: From Concept to Script

17:01 Collaboration with Artists

20:18 Printing and Merchandise Strategies

21:22 The Podcasting Journey

22:41 Writing Styles and Techniques

28:48 Artistic Inspirations and Learning

33:53 The Journey of Improvement

35:23 Crafting a Universe: Inspiration and Storytelling

41:58 Connecting with Readers: Impact of Comics

53:08 Community and Collaboration in Comics

55:24 Building Relationships in the Comic Community

59:22 Recap of Notable Interviews

01:03:42 Fun Questions and Personal Favorites

01:10:58 Comic Book Universe and Superpowers

01:11:51 Life as a Comic Book and Future Plans

#TalkinComicsPodcast #IndieComics #ComicBookCreators #NuffSaidBooks #KickstarterComics #ComicInterview #MakingComics #ComicCommunity #AJReimann #PanelPete #FreedomFontaine #WarriorsOfTheInBetween