Constructing Comics Podcast

This episode is a long time coming because this is the fifth attempt to bring the interview with Caleb Prochnow, the creator of the series Savage Seed, to life. There were quite a few technical difficulties leading to this interview needing to be re-recorded. Much like the main character in Savage Seed, Caleb defeated the foes seeking to prevent him from expounding upon his work and drank their blood… metaphorically. Seriously, Caleb has so much great insight into the process of making comics and his approach is incredibly unique. Enjoy the interview and check out the awesome work by Caleb.

Caleb’s website:

calebprochnow.com

Caleb’s instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/calebprochnow/

Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics.

Get ready to be spooked again by Phantasmagoria! Issue 2 is now on Kickstarter and we have curator/creator/writer Jorge Alvarez to talk about all the scary cool stuff packed into the latest installment in this horror anthology series. Joining Jorge is CL Zeno, a prolific comic creator who we just had on the show in episode 376. Both CL and Jorge have stories in Phantasmagoria but they have a lot of incredible passion for comics and storytelling that they share so generously. Check out their new Kickstarter after listening to the interview!

Phantasmagoria Issue 2:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comicunknown/phantasmagoria-issue-one-and-two

Comic Unknown’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/thecomicunknown/

CL Zeno’s Links:

https://linktr.ee/clzeno

Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics.

LIVE NOW on Kickstarter! Lycan: Solomon’s Odyssey Chapter 4 is the latest installment in the horror epic centered on the earth’s first werewolf. Writer and Creator Dennis Robinson returns to the podcast to share his love for historical accuracy, ancient mythology, and tragic monstrosity. We also get into the process of running comics kickstarters and the community they build throughout the campaigns. It’s a fun discussion and you should check out the new Kickstarter along with Dennis’s other work after you’ve finished listening to the interview.

Lycan: Solomon’s Odyssey Chapter 4:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/worldsmostokayestdm/lycan-solomons-odyssey-chapters-1-4

Dennis’ Website:

https://www.hiveheadstudios.com/

Dennis’ Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/hiveheadstudios?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan

Dennis’ Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/hiveheadstudios/

Dennis’ DnD Podcast Botched:

https://www.botchedpodcast.com/

Thank you so much for listening. Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics!

CL Zeno returns to the podcast with an exciting new collaboration with comics legend Jason Keith. CL and Jason are the ringleaders for The Enchanted Circus of Wonder, a new comic series centered around colorful characters in an old world filled with magic and machinery. Issues 1-2 are live on Kickstarter NOW! Jason takes us through his career as a comics colorist and his entry into the creator-owned world of comics. CL and Jason boost the intrigue of the comic with insights and previews into their new universe which is expanding at a truly remarkable pace. Please check out the Kickstarter and the other work by these creators after you listen to the interview!

The Enchanted Circus of Wonder:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jasonkeith/the-enchanted-circus-of-wonder-2-the-quest-for-knowledge

Jason Keith and Myth & Metal Press:

https://linktr.ee/jasonraykeith

CL Zeno:

https://linktr.ee/clzeno

Phantasmagoria #2 Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comicunknown/phantasmagoria-issue-one-and-two

Be safe. Be nice to each other. And go out there and make some comics!

Thank you!

Jevin Loop returns to the podcast to promote the Kickstarter for “Nuke Rooster: Refried” the latest re-installment in the hit indie comic series. Jevin dives deep into his new comics making processes and gives us an inside look at his new endeavor as a founding member of the imprint “Skull-Cado Comics.” The topic of this episode is a first for Constructing Comics because we’ve never had a creator on promoting a remake of one of their previous works. It’s fascinating to hear what goes into reworking a comic to fit within a new style. After you check out the interview, be sure to go over to Kickstarter and check out “Nuke Rooster: Refried” and the rest of Jevin’s work along with the creators over at “Skull-Cado” comics.

Nuke Rooster: Refried Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jevinloop/nuke-rooster-refried

Jevin’s links:

https://linktr.ee/jevinloop

Skull-Cado Comics:

https://www.instagram.com/skullcado_comics/

Thank you so much for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics!

The epic legend of Joan of Arc has never been portrayed with so much fun until “Joni, Joni, Save France.” Author and illustrator Nick Burchard comes on the show to explain the process of adapting a historical figure to a long-form gag comic strip. We also discuss his influences which My Chemical Romance, and we break down how important collaboration is to the comics creation process. There’s way more that we discussed so please check out the interview and then go read “Joni, Joni, Save France!”

Link to the book:

https://cosmiclionproductions.com/comics-shop/ols/products/joni-joni-save-france

Nick’s Website:

https://www.tinyvikingdesigns.com/

Nick’s instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/tinyvikingdesigns/

Nick’s Shortfilm “The Ghost Light”:

https://youtu.be/FlDa1JwCFe4?si=15U0-hz6PVpaHkpq

Be safe, be nice to each other and go out there and make some comics!

Thank you!

Full disclaimer up top, I, Noah Ray the host, didn’t get the title correct of the zine “Movies Are Great… But Specifically in 2018” the whole interview, and this is what the guests were here to promote. I feel horribly and have apologized. My mistake is not due to disinterest in the book. The zine is one of the most unique and interesting works we’ve featured on our show combining essays, reviews, interviews, design, and illustration into one celebration of cinema… specifically in 2018. Colby and Brittnee run Uneven Press with such passion for the craft of storytelling and it was a joy to discuss all the processes and projects they have to offer. Please check out the interview and then check out “Movies Are Great… But Specifically in 2018” on Kickstarter NOW!

Kickstarter link:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/colbymchugh/hey-movies-are-great-but-specifically-in-2018

Uneven Cartoon Press:

https://linktr.ee/unevencartoonpress?utm_source=linktree_profile_share

Lisa Cheese and Ghost Guitar return along with their creator Kevin Alvir! In this interview, Kevin breaks down Lisa Cheese and Ghost Girl: The God Complex, the sequel to his magically funny book Lisa Cheese and Ghost Girl: Attack the Snack from Top Shelf Comics. Kevin’s observations are witty and wise as he expounds on topics like mystery stories, cartoon shows, sorcerer sisters, and that one friend who sucks but you still kinda like hanging out with from time to time. The interview is a ton of fun so please check it out and pick up a copy of Lisa Cheese and Ghost Girl: The Rock God Complex at your local book store!

Lisa Cheese preorder:

https://www.topshelfcomix.com/catalog/lisa-cheese-and-ghost-guitar-book-2-the-rock-god-complex/1144

Kevin’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/mr_kevinalvir?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Kevin’s Threads:

https://www.threads.com/@mr_kevinalvir

KEVIN’S BLUESKY:

https://bsky.app/profile/kevinalvir.bsky.social

Let’s start 2026 off right with a comic that’s raising awareness and money for a worthy cause: our freedom from fascism here in the US. JM Brandt is a comics creator, writer, and curator currently promoting his new Kickstarter for the anthology Horror Not Hate which is live now. It’s a scary time and JM is fighting back with comics by building solidarity amongst his peers to bring us an anthology full of incredible art and stories based around resisting the current regime plaguing the USA and the world at large. JM sheds light on the charitable goals of the anthology along with his creative process in this interview. It’s inspiring and there’s hope it’ll inspire you to back the Kickstarter and join the growing resistance. You can check out the Kickstarter and JM’s other work below.

Horror Not Hate Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/slowfeetcomics/horror-not-hate

JM’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/j.m.brandt?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

JM’s Threads:

https://www.threads.com/@j.m.brandt

JM’s comics and other writings:

https://linktr.ee/JMBrandt

We have an exciting interview with the creatives behind the comic Hellbreaker now on Kickstarter. Legendary writer Pat Mills and master artist Ian Ashcroft give us a look into their new book along with their process in creating a new sprawling world. In this interview, we discuss religious iconography, art deco London, European vs American comics publishing, and SO much more. After or during the podcast, please check out and consider backing Hellbreaker on Kickstarter and check out Pat and Ian’s other work as well using the links below:

Hellbreaker Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/patmills/hellbreaker-fire-in-the-blood

Pat’s Website:

https://www.millsverse.com/about/

Pat’s Substack:

https://iconoblast.substack.com/

Ian’s Patreon:

https://www.patreon.com/IanAshcroftArt?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan

Ian’s Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/ian.ashcroft.art/