Creator In Conversation

Dave Gibbons, the legendary artist behind Watchmen, The Originals, ‘For The Man Who Has Everything’ and many more, joins us in this special episode to share his career origins, how he tackles the blank page and the tools of the trade. We close out with a live Q&A from attendees at this exclusive talk.

SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded before a live class in October 2025

Artist and Writer Stephen Mooney joins us to discuss his career from studying animation to working for Marvel and DC to launching his own creator-owned series Half Past Danger- now currently being developed into an animated film from Studio Meala.

SHOW NOTES: This episode was pre-recorded back in October 2025

Co-Producer of hit sci-fi series, 'The Orville', Tom Costantino answers a series of fan questions ranging from the technical production of the show. This episode was recorded shortly after the third season of ‘The Orville’ concluded and was the perfect time for Tom to reflect on the show. Stream all three seasons now on Disney+

SHOW NOTES: This episode was pre-recorded back in August 2022 and streamed before attendees of the Summer Edition of Dublin Comic Con.

This special episode of Creator In Conversation explores the story of William Lamport, the seventeenth-century adventure who served as the real life inspiration for pulp character Zorro. Learn how this man from Wexford, Ireland left such an impression on the people of Mexico and the efforts made to adapt his story into a graphic novel.

SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded back in July 2020 as part of the Word Balloon podcast hosted 

by John Siuntres

This archival episode features acclaimed comic book writer and editor Tom Peyer.

Tom shares about his career and work with AHOY COMICS and 'The Wrong Earth' while also offering advice for budding creators.

For the latest offerings from AHOY COMICS, please visit: www.comicsahoy.com

SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded via a live Zoom Stream during a Dublin Comic Con March 2022 Panel.

Vincent Zurzolo joins us to discuss his work with ComicConnect and Metropolis Comics, overseeing record breaking comic book and original art auctions. Vincent also shares his own original comic series ‘The Addiction’ and his journey from selling comics from a sidewalk table to heading one of the most renowned comic book auction houses in the world.

SHOW NOTES: To learn more about ComicConnect and their upcoming auctions please visit:

www.comicconnect.com

Frank Miller, the legendary artist and writer behind 300, Ronin, Sin City, Daredevil: Born Again,

The Dark Knight Returns and more joins us in this VERY special episode of ‘Creator In Conversation’ to discuss comic book creation, his influences and inspirations and connecting with his Irish roots while visiting Ireland. We also feature a great fan Q&A session.

SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded in August 2025 as part of a special Masterclass Event hosted by TASQ Art

Returning to the podcast is Senior Creative Editor at Titan Comics, David Leach. Having recently attended Dublin Comic Con, David participated in a portfolio preparation discussion, sharing with aspiring creators what they should consider when presenting their work and also being candid in terms of the work expected of a professional in the field today.

SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded during Dublin Comic Con Aug. 2025 as part of a live panel.

Reese Hannigan joins us this episode to discuss his journey of breaking into comics. From his early days of attending Dublin Comic Con in Artist Alley to now attending having worked on titles such as Star Wars Bad Batch for Dark Horse Comics.

Along the way Reese shares his passion for the craft and appreciation for the fans who support his work.  

SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded during Dublin Comic Con Aug. 2025 as part of a live panel.

Joining us this episode is Rapha Lobosco who shares with us what it has been like working on ‘Thundercats: Lost’ and his interactions with the Thundercats fandom.

Rapha also discusses his process in drawing with digital tools and share memories of breaking into comics and working on the James Bond Dynamite series with Garth Ennis.

SHOW NOTES: This episode was recorded during Dublin Comic Con Aug. 2025 as part of a live panel.