Find WAYNE WINSETT:

https://timewarpboulder.com/

Time Warp has been proudly serving the Boulder community for the last 40 years. And on January 1st of 2025 the owner, and all around excellent human, Wayne hung up his cape and cowl and passed the torch to new owners.

Dottie and Kelly Cooke have taken up the mantel of carrying on the legacy of this amazing Comic Shop.

CHAPTERS

01:47 Transitioning from Retailer to Consultant

03:49 Cautious Optimism in Comic Distribution

07:57 Reflecting on 40 Years in Comics

11:48 The Evolution of the Comic Industry

15:58 The Impact of Technology on Retail

19:51 Discoverability in Comics

23:59 The Future of Comics and Collectibility

29:07 Diversity in Boulder’s Comic Scene

30:52 Challenges in Communication with Publishers

34:27 Navigating the Retail Landscape

37:11 Impact of Government Policies on Comics

45:28 The Journey of Selling a Comic Store

57:06 Winning the Comic Game

58:27 Comic Shop Culture and Community

01:00:07 Transitioning to New Sales Methods

01:01:10 Navigating the Pandemic's Impact

01:06:12 Reflections on Distribution Changes

01:10:10 The Future of Comic Retail

01:18:10 Challenges Facing Comics Today

01:22:00 The Importance of Passion in Comics

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Producer: Stephanie Gerk

Research: Anthony Militano

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Comic Industry Insiders: where our goal is to get to know the people behind the scenes in the comic book industry and uncover the secrets that will help you understand and grow your own business or career in comics. Every episode, join host Atom! Freeman as he sits down with industry guests to unravel those secrets.