Moana Nui Podcast

Episode 2: Navigating the Convention Scene and Finding A New Home in the Noisy Virtual World with Allen Carter of Carter Comics

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Allen Carter is an artist, writer, promoter, and the sole creator of two independent comics titles called Damn Tourists and Cosmic Force. He lives in Los Angeles, but is originally from Hawaiʻi. Allen tells us how his favorite childhood cartoons inspired him to create worlds of his own that were patterned after special places in Hawaiʻi. Allen also shares his thoughts on the Black Lives Matter Movement and how we can be effective allies to the people and the cause. 

 

In this episode, you will learn:

  • How Allen uses his every day life to inspire the stories and characters he creates for Carter Comics
  • The definition of success means different things to each of us and how seemingly insignificant things can turn into larger growth opportunities
  • How solidarity against injustice and speaking up about wrongdoing is important to move ahead with long-standing change in America and around the world
  • Listening and allowing someone to voice their concerns and empathizing is powerful
  • The Words of advice Allen has for aspiring creators

    • You can support and find more about Allen at:

    http://www.patteebrandi.com/shop

    https://www.instagram.com/cartercomics1/

    https://www.facebook.com/allen.carter.9279

     

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    Moana Nui Podcast is a storytelling podcast to celebrate and honor the history, culture, & perspectives of POC, indigenous, and African Diasporan peoples. 

     

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