Join AJ on Talking Comics as he sits down with indie creator Dominic Prince—writer of Wasteland, Heart Eaters, and co-founder of Heroes Get Remembered. We talk writing comics, finding artists, Kickstarter wins and fails, the indie grind, creating with family, convention plans, and what it really takes to bring a story to life.

Whether you're a comic fan, creator, or someone dreaming of making your own book, this episode is packed with insider tips, creator stories, and inspiration to build something big.

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⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction and Backgrounds

05:45 The Journey of Wasteland

12:20 Collaborations and Artistic Challenges

20:19 The Evolution of Projects and Learning Experiences

21:43 The Journey of Self-Publishing

24:08 From Podcast to Comic Book

25:25 The Importance of Feedback

26:44 Finding the Right Collaborators

29:03 Navigating Conventions and Networking

33:25 The Creative Process and Writing Challenges

36:17 Kickstarter Insights and Strategies

42:22 Merchandising and Pricing Strategies

48:43 Personal Growth Through Creativity

50:19 Creative Podcast Segments

51:42 Defining Podcast Seasons

53:34 Balancing Podcast Production

54:47 Family Dynamics and Podcasting

56:24 Comic Book Industry Insights

58:26 Promoting Wasteland and Future Projects

01:01:39 Fun Questions and Personal Favorites

01:13:44 NEWCHAPTER

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Join AJ on Talking Comics as he interviews writer/creator Nick Edwards of Unearthly Comics. Nick breaks down his new book The Apostasy, his horror influences, his writing process, how he built three successful Kickstarters, and the journey of creating indie comics with collaborators like Scott Beecher and Dave Shuler.

They talk conventions, marketing, traveling the country selling books, and how to break into comics as a creator.

If you’re into indie comics, Kickstarter campaigns, writing tips, or creator spotlights — this episode is packed for you.

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⏱️ CHAPTERS

00:00 Introduction to Nick Edwards and His Journey

03:23 The Birth of Unearthly Comics

06:24 Exploring The Apostasy

09:17 The Comic Creation Process

12:50 The Reality of Indie Comics

15:49 The Collaborative Nature of Comics

18:45 Writing and Artistic Collaboration

26:34 The Importance of Paper Quality

29:30 Crafting Unique Stories

30:41 Advice for Aspiring Creators

34:30 Marketing Strategies for Success

42:55 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

52:49 Superpowers and Sidekicks: The Fun of Fantasy

53:33 Life on the Road: A Comic Creator's Journey

55:35 Travel Tales: Exploring the U.S.

01:01:44 Marketing Comics: Lessons from the Road

01:05:05 Finding Your Audience: Retail Strategies

#TalkingComics #NickEdwards #IndieComics #ComicCreators #TheApostasy #KickstarterComics #UnearthlyComics #ComicInterview #MakingComics #GatorMan

Welcome to Talking Comics Podcast

This week AJ & Annakah break down their weekly comic pulls, what they played and watched, plus a full talk about The Acolyte, Baldur’s Gate 3, and more. Then—surprise!—comic creator TS Luther drops in for a fun and chaotic guest segment full of behind-the-scenes creator stories, con tales, the making of The Digger, and hilarious dad-level wisdom.

We wrap with Spawn trivia and first-thing-that-comes-to-mind lightning rounds!

Check out TS Luther’s work and preorder The Digger from you LCS

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:40 Comic Book Highlights and Weekly Polls

08:39 Discussion on Recent Reads and Recommendations

13:42 Guest Introduction and Comic Book Promotion

48:36 Trivia Fun and Comic Book Knowledge

01:02:09 Final Trivia Showdown and Friendly Competition

#TalkingComics #ComicPodcast #IndieComics #TSLuther #TheDigger #WeeklyPulls #ComicHaul #SpawnTrivia #BaldursGate3 #TheAcolyte #ComicCommunity #PanelPete

In this episode of Talking Comics, AJ sits down with indie comic creator David Whalen of Correct Handed Comics. With over 60+ published books—including The Offspring, graphic novels, and one-shots—David shares how he builds worlds, publishes through Amazon, balances teaching, creates 24-page one-shots, and plans his future Kickstarters. We talk art, scripts, conventions, comics today, creative advice, and much more.

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Chapters

00:00 Meet David Whalen: The Indie Comic Creator

07:58 The Journey of Creating Comics

15:00 Advice for Aspiring Comic Creators

18:41 The Creative Process Behind Comics

21:11 Creative Process and Character Development

23:36 Transitioning to Middle School Teaching

24:44 Marketing Strategies for Comics

27:40 The Cosmos Collective: Collaboration in Comics

29:54 The Origin of Correct Hand Comics

32:32 Final Thoughts and Future Plans

#TalkingComics #CorrectHandedComics #IndieComics #ComicCreators #ComicBookPodcast #TheOffspringComic #MakeComics #IndieComicCommunity #ComicInterview #PodcastEpisode

This week on Talking Comics, AJ & Annakhan break down their weekly pulls, recap NC Comic Con, share signed books & prints, open mail, and battle in Founding Fathers vs Superheroes trivia! From Poison Ivy to Thor to Deadpool’s co-creator, this episode is loaded with comics, laughs, and big news for the book.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Weekly Updates

03:20 Comic Book Pulls and Reviews

09:36 Conventions and Comic Con Experiences

22:06 Mail Time and New Acquisitions

25:14 Fun History Quiz and Founding Fathers vs. Superheroes

34:08 Conclusion and Upcoming Interviews

#talkingcomics #ComicBookHaul #ComicPodcast #WeeklyPulls #NCComicCon #MarvelComics #DCComics #Deadpool #Thor #HarleyQuinn #PoisonIvy #ComicCollectors #SheHulk #IndieComics #ComicCommunity

Entertainment lawyer Gamal Hennessy joins Talking Comics to break down the business and legal side of making comics — from forming an LLC to protecting your intellectual property. Learn about contracts, copyrights, trademarks, and the four Rs of comic deals: Rights, Revenue, Responsibility & Recovery. Whether you’re a creator or fan, this episode will make you smarter about how comics really work.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Intro: Comics Will Break Your Heart

01:00 – Meet Gamal Hennessy: Attorney for Comics

02:20 – From Marvel to Indie Law

06:50 – Can Creators Work with Lawyers Nationwide?

08:45 – When Should You Form an LLC?

11:30 – Funding Your Comic & Protecting IP

14:30 – Transferring Ownership into a Company

17:30 – Piercing the Corporate Veil Explained

20:00 – Red Flags in Comic Contracts

21:20 – The Four R’s: Rights, Revenue, Responsibility, Recovery

24:40 – Negotiating Power for Indie Creators

28:20 – Trademark vs Copyright: What’s the Difference?

33:15 – Using Comics & Characters Legally in Your Work

40:00 – Infringement Reality vs Real World Use

46:20 – Why Gamal Writes Books, Not Comics

49:00 – AJ’s Comic Journey & Lessons Learned

50:30 – Where to Find Gamal’s Books & Podcast

52:50 – Final Thoughts: Don’t Let Legal Fear Stop You

55:20 – Fun Rapid Fire: Favorite Hero, Comic, Universe & More

#TalkingComics #ComicBookLaw #GamalHennessy #IndieComics #ComicCreators #ComicBusiness #MakeComics #ComicPodcast #IntellectualProperty #ComicPublishing #lawyer #copyright #trademark

Join AJ Reimann on Talking Comics as he chats with indie comic creator Jason Seibel, writer of MERCER. They dive into his creative journey, the teamwork behind indie comics, running successful Kickstarters, and his surprising work with Kevin Smith. Learn how MERCER came to life, Jason’s advice for new creators, and his thoughts on the indie comic community.

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Welcome Jason Seibel

01:06 – From Air Force to Comic Creator

03:13 – How MERCER Was Born

07:05 – Building the Creative Team

10:23 – Lettering & Learning the Craft

11:17 – Working with Kevin Smith

15:25 – Indie Comic Lessons & Collaboration

18:36 – Meeting Fellow Creators

20:45 – Future Projects: Star Lancer

23:07 – AJ’s Comic Plans

24:45 – Indie Creator Advice

31:15 – Kickstarter Challenges

36:00 – MERCER Variants & Rewards

41:45 – Comic Shops & Community

47:55 – Secret Stash Story

48:11 – What MERCER Is All About

51:18 – Jason’s Best Advice for Creators

56:26 – Fun Questions (Superhero Origins!)

#TalkingComics #IndieComics #ComicCreators #KickstarterComics #JasonSeibel #MercerComic #ComicPodcast #KevinSmith #MakingComics #ComicBookCommunity

Join AJ & Annakhan for another fun episode of Talking Comics! This week we dive into our latest comic pulls, Planet She-Hulk by Stephanie Phillips, and a full round of She-Hulk trivia! We talk con hauls, new Thor finds, indie comics like Chronicles of Panel Pete, and more from the world of superheroes, games, and fandom. Subscribe, like, and share with your comic friends

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Theme Song

03:27 Comic Book Weekly Polls

09:19 Comic Book Reviews and Recommendations

16:54 Mail Time and Unboxing

19:38 Conventions

30:14 Trivia and Fun Questions

46:23 Conclusion and Wrap-Up

#TalkingComics #ComicPodcast #SheHulk #ComicHaul #ComicCommunity #MarvelComics #IndieComics #ComicsTrivia #StephaniePhillips #ThorThursday

Comic creator Jimmie Robinson joins AJ Reimann on Talkin' Comics to discuss his latest series Artillery, the creative process behind Bomb Queen, and how AI and imagination shape modern comics. Hear stories from his 30-year career with Image Comics and Invader Comics.

🎨 Dive into horror, comics, and creativity—Talking Comics style!

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 – Welcome to Talking Comics

01:25 – Jimmie Robinson Introduces Himself

03:00 – From Bomb Queen to Junk Rabbit

04:45 – Breaking into Comics in the ’90s

06:30 – The Evolution of Style & Self-Publishing

08:20 – Digital vs. Traditional Art

10:00 – The Making of Artillery

12:30 – The Creative Concept Behind Artillery

14:00 – The Heist for Creativity: Artillery Explained

18:00 – Invader Comics & Oakland Roots

21:00 – The Freedom of Slowing Down

22:30 – Fairy Houses & Community Art

25:30 – Inspiration & Model Building Roots

27:40 – The Message Behind Artillery

29:30 – The Satire of Bomb Queen

33:00 – Government-Sanctioned Crime City

36:00 – Advice for New Creators

38:00 – The Changing Comic Landscape

42:00 – AI in Comics: Tool or Threat?

46:00 – The Podcast Origin & Panel Pete

50:00 – Learning by Creating

52:30 – The Inevitable Rise of AI

55:30 – Tangible Art vs. Digital Screens

1:00:00 – Being an Eisner Judge

1:07:00 – The Importance of Print Comics

1:10:00 – Convention Life & Burnout

1:18:00 – Doing Cons for the Love of Comics

1:25:00 – Building a Comic for Yourself

1:30:00 – Favorite Superhero Memories

1:37:00 – Early Comic Reading Experiences

1:42:00 – Current Comic Favorites

1:50:00 – Reading Habits & Collecting Physical Books

1:57:00 – The Future of Creativity

2:02:00 – Closing Thoughts & Thank You

#TalkingComics #JimmieRobinson #ArtilleryComic #BombQueen #InvaderComics #ImageComics #ComicPodcast #ComicBooks #ComicCreator #IndieComics #ComicsCommunity #MakingComics

This week on Talkin' Comics, AJ sits down with artist, writer, and tattoo legend Dan Henk! From punk roots and homelessness to creating dark fantasy novels and horror art inspired by H.P. Lovecraft, Dan opens up about his creative journey, art process, and latest Kickstarter project.

🎨 Dive into horror, comics, and creativity—Talking Comics style!

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⏱️ Chapters

00:00 Journey into Comics and Storytelling

02:02 From Homelessness to Art School

04:54 The Duality of Art and Writing

07:45 The Evolution of a Comic Book

10:49 Kickstarter and Reviving Old Stories

13:45 The Challenges of Writing and Art

16:46 Influences and Inspirations in Art

19:46 Reflections on Stephen King and Lovecraft

21:17 The Influence of Film on Art

24:32 Artistic Mediums and Inspirations

27:34 Persistence in Creative Pursuits

28:52 Kickstarter and Creator Engagement

30:49 Favorite Characters and Comic Book Memories

34:42 Superpowers and Comic Book Universes

36:58 Horror Movies and Creative Inspirations

#TalkingComics #DanHenk #ComicPodcast #IndieComics #Lovecraft #HorrorArt #KickstarterComics #ComicBooks #TattooArtist #AlanMoore #Cthulhu #ArtInterview #ComicBookCulture