Adriano Ariganello, creator of Naked Kaiju Woman, From Parts Unknown and Crazy Latte Thing Called Love, is in the ComixLaunch Pro spotlight, talking about his crowdfunding journey.

In this session, Tyler shares a scam that several ComixLaunch Pros have brought his attention to, that involves the impersonation of a popular comic writer and shady marketing tactics.

We made it to ComixLaunch 500! In this special session, Tyler takes it all the way back to the very first episode of the ComixLaunch Podcast and reacts and reflects on the humble start for this show nearly 10 years later.

Then, Tyler delves into Kickstarter's newly announced 2025 Product Roadmap, featuring a number of significant updates to the platform and new tools for creators and backers. From new pledge management tools working with their enhanced backer surveys, to new sales tax and shipping collection approaches, Kickstarter continues its march to become an all-in-one crowdfunding and launch platform.

In this session, Clay Adams shines the spotlight on M. Sorcier, a dedicated self-taught artist and writer from the Bronx, New York. They discuss M. Sorcier’s journey in the comic world, from her early inspirations such as 'Sandman' to the creation of her fantasy drama series 'Sacrimony'. M. Sorcier shares her experiences with Kickstarter campaigns, the challenges of burnout, and the importance of tenacity in the creative process.

Join Tyler James and a panel of experienced comic creators, including Cici Affini & Mark Romero from Attic Door Media, Rob Multari of Lonewolf Comics, and Frank Martin of Grimm Space, as they discuss their participation in the BackerKit Pintopia event. In this episode, the group dives deep into the dynamics of the event, the reasons behind their participation, and their reactions to this unique collaborative crowdfunding experience. Don't miss this comprehensive look into crowdfunding with BackerKit and the exciting Pintopia event!

Portland-based writer, artist, and self-publisher Ross Radke shares insights into his journey from studying film to creating comics. Ross discusses his works including the webtoon series Spandex, the bounty hunter series Build a Platypus, and the Kaiju anthology series Stomped. He dives into his experiences with crowdfunding, launching multiple successful Kickstarters, and the recent transition to the Zoop platform. Ross provides valuable advice on balancing creative work with a full-time job, the decision-making process behind his projects, and building connections within the indie comics community. Listeners will also learn about Ross's future plans and his approach to storytelling in the shared universe of Stomped.

Get ready for an awesome conversation about The State of Comics on Kickstarter in 2025, as Tyler is joined by Sam Kusek, Kickstarter's Senior Outreach Lead for the Comics category.

Last month, The World's Greatest Illustrated Magazine of Sci-Fi, Fantasy and Horror Heavy Metal relaunched with a brand new #1 issue on the Kickstarter platform. This smash hit launch was supported by over 10,000 backers marking a triumphant return for the legendary brand. In this interview Tyler talks to Executive Editor Dave Kelly and Editorial Manager Chris Thompson about this massive launch and the exciting future of Heavy Metal Magazine.

To kick off the new year, Tyler answers a Kickstarter newcomers burning questions around launching a new comic book project in 2025, including insights that will also be relevant to Kickstarter veterans!

In this session, Tyler looks at Kickstarter's latest game-changing feature: the import add-ons from past campaign button. This new tool allows creators to import add-ons from previous campaigns, saving significant setup time and making campaign set-up more efficient for returning creators.

In this podcast, we'll look at how this feature works, its benefits for repeat creators, and areas where it can still be improved. Learn how this update can boost your campaign's success and streamline your workflow.