Has manga overtaken American-style comics in the hearts and imaginations of readers?

Did manga win comics?

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This week, we're talking to Dave Blazek, creator of "Loose Parts," a single-panel comic syndicated to more than 120 newspapers worldwide.

Special guest Dave Blazek

New Yorker cartoonist Jason Chatfield joins us to talk about cartooning for the venerable mag, working with a writing partner, doing stand-up at Dangerfield's comedy club, helming the 104-year-old Ginger Meggs syndicated comic, and much, much more!

Special Guest Jason Chatfield

We all have creative peaks and valleys. How can we maximize the good times and minimize the bad? Also, what are Dave and Brad's favorite comics from outside the US?

How to maximize creativity

How important is rebranding after a series of unsuccessful ventures? Also, how does one get their comic translated into another language — and why?

Rebranding

What's in a (pen) name? Plenty! We'll talk about finding the right nom for your plume. Plus... is it OK to use DR. in a word balloon?

Did manga win comics?

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