Pesto Comics - Audio Edition

In this episode of Elsewhere in the Universe, we celebrate the launch of From Parts Unknown #3 and Adriano's 1000th Kickstarter backing.

Delving into the crowdfunding scene, we discuss the dominance of NSFW content, the importance of community support, and some standout indie projects.

We also address the impact of AI on the artist community, the mixed reception of live-action Snow White, and Hollywood's evolving role in social commentary.

The episode wraps up with reviews of notable comics and films, along with updates on upcoming Substack posts and crowdfunding campaigns.

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00:00 Welcome Back

01:13 From Parts Unknown #3 with a Hot Start

01:37 Stimulating Substacks

04:24 Live and Kickstartin'

06:16 Prelaunch Rodeo

08:00 Captivating Comcis

09:17 Magnificent Movies

10:26 Lots to Enjoy This Week

10:43 Coming Up on the Substack

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From Parts Unknown #3 is LIVE!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/from-parts-unknown-3

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It's launch day for From Parts Unknown #3!

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00:00 Welcome Back

02:10 Short Turnaround

03:10 Speeding to the Finish

03:57 Within Reach

04:55 I Backed Issue 2, When Can I Read It?

05:26 So When Will #4 Come Out?

05:59 Still Shipping Worldwide

07:10 What's Available This Campaign

09:43 Light at the End of the Tunnel

11:11 Coming Up on the Substack

11:47 Upcoming Appearances

12:34 Pesto Comics Release Calendar

13:04 Instant Ink Comic Book Podcast

14:11 Super Secret Epilogue

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From Parts Unknown #3 is LIVE on Kickstarter!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/from-parts-unknown-3

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In this episode of Pesto Comics Audio Edition, we talk about the congested schedule of Pesto Comics. We talk about juggling the launch of a new paid newsletter, balancing multiple Kickstarter campaigns, attending conventions, and a secret trading card game project.

Despite the challenges, the passion for creating comics, novels, and expanding the business shines through.

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00:00 Welcome Back

01:32 The First Paid Newsletter - This Saturday

02:26 Elsewhere in the Universe

02:48 From Parts Unknown #3 Prelaunch Continues

03:35 A Kickstarter Every Three Weeks

05:54 Not Just Kickstarter, but KU and Beyond

07:44 There’s More Than Just Books and Comics

08:16 The Media Go-Rounds

08:54 Hitting the Road

09:54 Planning is Key

11:30 Coming Up on the Substack

12:04 Upcoming Appearances

13:26 Pesto Comics Release Calendar

14:42 Instant Ink Comic Book Podcast

15:11 Super Secret Epilogue

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From Parts Unknown #3 in prelaunch!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/from-parts-unknown-3

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Welcome to Elsewhere in the Universe by Pesto Comics.

Episode #1

See the full post, with all the links, at pestocomics.substack.com

00:00 Greetings from Elsewhere

02:14 A Quick Note for Listeners

02:33 Stimulating Substacks

04:36 Live and Kickstartin'

08:45 bit.ly/fpu3comic

09:12 Magnificent Movies

11:15 Big Time Boob Tube

12:40 Conclusions and Contemplation

13:52 Coming Up on the Substack

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Follow From Parts Unknown #3

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/from-parts-unknown-3

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It's almost Spring and I'm ready for it.

Plus, some big changes coming to the podcast and newsletter.

00:00 Welcome Back

01:28 From Parts Unknown #3 in Prelaunch

02:15 A Paid Option

03:37 Elsewhere in the Universe

05:00 East Coast Comic Expo

05:26 Word on the Street

05:52 Changing of the Seasons

06:49 Missing Out on Toronto Comicon

08:21 A Sign of a Long, Frustrating Summer (Sports-Wise)

09:16 Looking Ahead to 2025

10:29 Coming Up on the Substack(s)

11:05 Upcoming Appearances

11:53 Pesto Comics Release Calendar

13:04 Instant Ink Comic Book Podcast

14:09 Super Secret Epilogue

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Follow From Parts Unknown #3 - Launching April 2!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/from-parts-unknown-3

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Welcome to the March 12th, 2025 episode of Pesto Comics Audio Edition.

Today I reflect on time management and overcoming fear to stay productive, the importance of creating, organizing, and taking consistent steps towards long-term success.

00:00 Welcome Back

01:45 Three Days Left to Back From Parts Unknown #2

02:27 It's Time to Spring Forward

03:27 Don't Let Fear Hold You Back

04:43 Don't Let Cliches Be Your Only Motivation

05:37 Don't Hesitate to Ask

06:38 Getting Organized

08:13 Planning is Limiting

09:29 You Only Get So Many Hours a Year

10:09 Coming Up on the Substack

10:34 Upcoming Appearances

11:34 Pesto Comics Release Calendar

13:37 Instant Ink Comic Book Podcast

14:22 Super Secret Epilogue

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Back From Parts Unknown #2 - ending this Friday!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/from-parts-unknown-2

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Get more comics at https://pestocomics.com/

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Let's talk about when things do go quite to plan.

00:00 Welcome Back

02:14 From Parts Unknown #2 Has Funded

03:36 Hear Me on Comixlaunch

04:13 I'm Going to TCAF

05:24 It's Murphy's Law

06:36 The Original Plan for This Post

07:41 Quick to Pivot

09:07 Speaking Of: Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 2

10:12 Planning 2025 and Beyond

11:47 It's Frustrating, But Also the Fun Part

12:37 I'm Not a Lonely Writer

13:14 Coming Up on the Substack

13:38 Upcoming Appearances

16:01 Pesto Comics Release Calendar

16:44 Instant Ink Comic Book Podcast

17:23 Super Secret Epilogue

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Back the campaign for From Parts Unknown #2:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/from-parts-unknown-2

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This week, I talk about the challenges of launching From Parts Unknown #2 and the lessons learned from past successful campaigns like Naked Kaiju Woman.

I use it to discuss the impact of spoilers on blockbuster films like Captain America: Brave New World, Spider-Man No Way Home, and Deadpool/Wolverine.

00:00 Welcome Back

02:35 Captain America: Not Quite Brave or New

04:28 Spider-Man and the Multiverse of Spoilers

06:23 Deadpool, Wolverine and the FOX Marvel Players

07:44 A Big, Uphill Battle

08:50 Trading on Your Reputation

10:16 Coming Up on the Substack

10:38 Upcoming Appearances

13:25 Pesto Comics Release Calendar

15:06 Instant Ink Comic Book Podcast

15:58 Super Secret Epilogue

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From Parts Unknown #2 is live on Kickstarter now!

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/from-parts-unknown-2

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Pesto Comics Audio Edition for February 19th, 2024.

It's launch day for From Parts Unknown #2!

00:00 Welcome Back

02:14 Letting the Cat Out of the Bag

03:21 Not Getting Ahead of Ourselves

04:03 Shouldn't I Just Wait for Issue 5?

04:33 What makes Issue 2 special?

05:36 What's Available This Campaign?

08:43 What If I Live in Timbuktu?

09:23 When Can I Expect Everything?

09:49  For Those That Don't like Comics, Wrestling, Vampires, or Otherwise

10:44 Coming Up on the Substack

11:07 Upcoming Appearances

12:22 Pesto Comics Release Calendar

13:33 Instant Ink Comic Book Podcast

14:20 Super Secret Epilogue

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Follow the campaign for Naked Kaiju Woman, launching January 8th:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/from-parts-unknown-2

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It's the post-mortem for Naked Kaiju Woman!

00:00 Welcome Back

01:02 From Parts Unknown #2 Launches Next Week

01:37 Post Mortem Introduction

02:26 Funds Raised Comparison

03:15   Total Dollars Per Campain

03:41 Average Pledged

04:26 Popular Pledge Levels

05:14 Funding Stats

05:36 Overall Budget Cover by the Kickstarter Campaign

06:19 Cost Split

07:19 Backer Count Comparison

07:56 Backer Counts

08:11 Returning Backers from Previous Campaigns

08:50 Multi-Return

09:45 Digital vs. Physical

10:34 Backer Types

11:10 Where are physical backers from?

12:05 Backer Profiles

12:47 Backer Platform

13:14 Followers

14:13 Kickstarter Referrals

14:53 Non-Kickstarter Referrals

15:43 Backerkit Launch Results

16:31 How do you feel now that the campaign is over?

16:56 What was the best part or high point?

17:36 What was the worst part or the low point?

18:10 How are you different now that this campaign is over?

18:50 What surprised you the most about this campaign?

19:26 What's your biggest concern now that the campaign is over?

20:19 What worked really well?

20:34 Can you do it again?

20:50 What did backers really seem to resonate with?

21:38 What completely bombed?

21:51 What will you never do again?

22:14 Lessons Learned

22:55 Thank You

23:16 Coming Up on Substack

23:37 Upcoming Appearances

24:01 Instant Ink Comic Book Podcast

24:14 Super Secret Epilogue

Follow the campaign for From Parts Unknown #2: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/from-parts-unknown-2

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This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit pestocomics.substack.com