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Dave is back from Heroes-Con, feeling fitter, happier and more productive. He shares his theory of small batch travel, finding authentic experiences beyond the beaten path and supporting local business. Dave talks Carolina BBQ, learning to love Radiohead, eating under the influence, Mission District Tacos, and the revolutionary act of introducing new people to new things.

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Chip Zdarsky returns to the podcast to talk about writing Marvel’s new Captain America series, and to try and make sense of how Zdarsky Comic News (ZCN) landed a 2025 Eisner Award nomination. The two talk manga, Japan, the current state of the comics industry, Tom Waits, and Zdarsky’s surprising new best friend, Pedro Pascal.

Check Out Chip's Substack - https://zdarsky.substack.com/

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Part 2 of Dave’s conversation with comic book legend Stan Sakai. The two discuss Stan’s early fanzine contributions, his writing process, collaborating with Peach Momoko, the long-lasting importance of friendship, and Usagi Yojimbo’s infinite future.

Watch part one here - https://youtu.be/BRDaMetpSZk?si=Xco317r-Vlry1Q_I

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For the Season 4 premiere, Dave welcomes artist and animator Alice Darrow to the podcast. 

They discuss Alice’s debut comic release Tramps of the Apocalypse , her unexpected influences and unique process for creating a bold, vivid and satirical work. They talk political chaos, untangling conventional narratives, and the constant work of fending off gratuitous cruelty. 

Tramps Of The Apocalypse 1 is out on 6/25 from Dark Horse Comics!

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SEASON FINALE -

New Orleans-born, Bay Area-raised artist Dave Correia joins the podcast for the season three finale to discuss artistic camaraderie, influences, and the drive, ambition, and execution needed for an independent creative life.

The Daves discuss comic convention culture, Jaws, John Carpenter, Bernie Wrightson, The Last of Us, Zero Friends, Alex Pardee, color, cosmic horror, overcoming creative blocks, and the ultimate importance of knowing why you like what you like.

Visit Dave here - https://davecorreiaart.com/

Keep up with his convention appearances here- https://www.instagram.com/davecorreia/?hl=en

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Thank you to all my guests and listeners, 60 episodes strong!

Big Thanks to my producer Daniel Koren, find him here https://www.instagram.com/chibald_smith/

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Liam Finn has spent his entire life surrounded by music. He is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, singer, and member of the New Zealand band Crowded House. Liam’s father, Neil Finn, is a founding member of Crowded House, who Liam now tours and records with. 

In this episode Dave talks with Liam about the power of music, not paying billionaires, performing live, opening for Eddie Vedder, his first band Betchadupa and growing up on tour with a musical family.

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Check out the new album Hyperverse

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Artist, creative director, writer, and illustrator Rob Sheridan joins Dave to discuss his creative process and work designing groundbreaking stage visuals for Nine Inch Nails and Pearl Jam. They talk about the impact of technology on creativity and what it means for the future of digital media, Sheridan’s comic High Level (DC/Vertigo), album art, bonding with Trent Reznor, Quake, Glitch Goods, and the enduring legacy of the dancing baby meme.

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Visit Rob here : https://www.rob-sheridan.com/

Rob's Patreon https://www.patreon.com/c/robsheridan/posts

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In this episode, Dave takes a look at the church of Star Wars. He talks about the lasting impact of George Lucas’ visionary work, prequel love, and his distain for the misguided fans intent on bringing the whole galaxy down.

He looks back at the material that spawned the ‘90s resurgence and how the success of Andor, Asoka and The Mandalorian signal a bright future for the franchise.

Plus, an overabundance of love for our favorite Gungan, Jar Jar Binks (Darth Jar Jar?)

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Dave shares stories of NHL mischief at Madison Square Garden, corporate exploitation, and the long con that may have single handedly devalued an entire segment of the collectables world. Also Sinners, the promise of Ryan Coogler and a quick rundown of what Dave is currently reading, watching and listening to. 

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Comic Book Publisher, Collector, entrepreneur and comic fan Dinesh Shamdasani joins Dave for a wide ranging and candid conversation. From his time growing up in Hong Kong to his film studies at USC and breaking into Hollywood to Comics publishing, Dinesh has stories to tell.

They discuss all things Bad Idea, Planet Death, C2E2, Valiant Comics, original art, community, action movies and Wizard Magazine. 

Plus, a guest appearance from resident Turok fan & menace, Comic Tim.

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