Dave Cook joins me to talk about writing for comics and video games. For which he politely educates me about the difference between run & guns and side scrollers. We also talk about the challenges of gracefully transitioning relationships with industry friends into work. Dave and I talk about his video game history books like GO STRAIGHT from Bitmap Books, and his comics VESSELS, BUST, and BPM. Of course we dig into the writing and reasoning behind his breakout series, KILLTOPIA.

Dave has a lot of pots on the stove for 2023, so listen to the end for all he has lined up.

Find Dave:

* Twitter @davescook

* Web dave-cook.com

#bigstorypod #comicbook #podcast #marvel #dccomics #imagecomics #idw #boom #dynamite #oni #darkhorse #valiant #killtopia #bitmapbooks #lostincult

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This week Matt Madden and I dig into the artform of comics, the value of permission, if the French deserve all the accolades, teaching the craft at my alma mater, and the power of constraints. This one runs deep and wide.

The audio in gets a little harsh on this one. Apologies, I’ve since resolved the issue.

Find Matt:

* Insta @mmaddencomics

* Twitter @mmaddencomics

* Website mattmadden.com

* Banff residency (deadline is Jan 25) banffcentre.ca/programs/graphic-novels-and-visual-narratives/20230424

* My constraints class at SAW (Sequential Artists Workshop) Saturday afternoons (EST) in March learn.sawcomics.org/courses/build-your-own-labyrinth-with-matt-madden

* Coaching/mentoring mattmadden.com/work-with-me/

Book ordering:

* Ex Libris uncivilizedbooks.com/ex-libris-a-comic-by-matt-madden/

* Bridge kushkomikss.ecrater.com/p/38343272/bridge-by-matt-madden

* 99 Ways & other stuff bookshop.org/contributor_profiles/407

#bigstorypod #comicbook #podcast #marvel #dccomics #imagecomics #idw #boom #dynamite #oni #darkhorse #valiant #uncivilizedbooks #exlibris

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Jason Douglas returns for a candid (and fun) talk about how film, books, and unexpected health turns impact our creativity. We don’t steer away from how we must navigate the inevitable times life casts the deciding vote. Rest assure, it’s not all doom and gloom. We talk Star Trek, comics, Steven Spielberg, time travel, and the ineffable Tom Cruise.

We also talk about how Jason’s 2x ‘Ringo nominated graphic novel, PARALLEL, is available now as a special edition through Source Point Press. Plus, he talks about his next graphic novel, JANE AMERICAN, coming to Kickstarter in May.

Find Jason

* Insta @jdouglaswrites

* Find PARALLEL in Previews www.previewsworld.com/Catalog/JAN231872

#bigstorypod #comicbook #podcast #marvel #dccomics #imagecomics #idw #boom #dynamite #oni #darkhorse #valiant #sourcepointpress #parallel #janeamerican #kickstarter #ringo

Kyle T. Webster and I talk about how growing up around the world and inspiring teachers led him to a career in illustration and design. And how his quest for greater tools led to a cottage business that changed the digital landscape for artists. For a decade, Kyle’s Brushes were the gold standard for Photoshop users. Now, through hard work and vision, his brushes are a part of the Adobe Creative Suite. We also talk about the value of communication, sleight-of-hand magic, and the importance of mindfulness practice. Along with his Adobe duties, Kyle has been busy developing the Trace Book and Lines of Zen app to aid others seeking moments of inner peace. We cover a lot of ground in this one.

Check out the bonus link below!

Find Kyle

* Twitter @kyletwebster

* Insta @kyle.t.webster

* Web kyleTwebster.com

* Gumroad kyletwebster.gumroad.com

* Trace baronfig.com

* Lines of Zen: linesofzen.com

Bonus: Mau’s Manefesto

#bigstorypod #comicbook #podcast #marvel #dccomics #imagecomics #idw #boom #dynamite #oni #darkhorse #valiant #adobe #brushes #trace #linesofzen #design #brucemau

This week Paul Fricke and I talk about teaching comics, the value of studying the masters of the medium, podcasting, and web comics. We delve into brilliant talents like Jack Kirby, Joe Orlando, Neil Adams, Hayao Miyazaki, John Byrne, Michael Golden, and John Paul Leon. We also talk about the influential legacy of style, and yes, we talk about Alex Toth.

Paul is a busy as a college educator, co-creator and artist for the Blood Orange web comic, and host of the fantastic podcast, Alex Toth In Depth. (links below)

Find Paul

* Twitter @bluemoonpaul

* Insta @alextothindepth

* Insta @bloodorangecomic

* Insta @profpaulcomix

* Insta @opauloart

* YouTube youtube.com/@alextothindepth4476

* Web opaulo.com

* Podcast stitcher.com/show/alex-toth-in-depth

* Blood Orange newdaynoir.com

#bigstorypod #comicbook #podcast #marvel #dccomics #imagecomics #idw #boom #dynamite #oni #darkhorse #valiant #alextoth #bloodorange #opaulo

Billy Hynes and I talk about the collecting bug, the importance of comics that speak to us, and the enduring legacy of many artists. We also talk about some of our favorite comics from 2022. Tune in, but I warn you, you may end up buying more comics after this one.

Find Billy

* Social @BillyHynes

* Web ebay.co.uk/usr/willshyne

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#bigstorypod #comicbook #podcast #marvel #dccomics #imagecomics #idw #boom #dynamite #oni #darkhorse #valiant

The amazing Nicola Scott and I talk about how a childhood obsession with the Wonder Woman TV show returned decades later to guide her life. We talk, art, breaking into comics, and how that love for Diana culminated in Wonder Woman Historia: The Amazons Vol.3 (out 12/27)

Find Nicola

* Social @nicolascottart

* Web nicolascottart.com

#bigstorypod #comicbook #podcast #marvel #dccomics #imagecomics #idw #boom #dynamite #oni #darkhorse #valiant #wonderwoman #historia #blackmagic

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Adventurous rodent storycrafter, David Petersen and I talk about the call to comics. We preach the virtue of making the thing, the importance of zines, and sharing your work. Plus the value of listening and how this can lead to great opportunities.

Find David

* Social @mouseguard

* Web www.mouseguard.net

#bigstorypod #comicbook #podcast #marvel #dccomics #imagecomics #idw #boom #dynamite #oni #darkhorse #valiant #mouseguard

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The wonderful Ande Parks joins me to embellish upon his creative journey. That’s a lie. Ande talks frankly about the risky move to leave college in order to make it as an inker. Years later, he placed a greater bet on writing graphic novels—a gamble that ultimately led to co-writing the story for the film Extraction and a new career direction as a film and television writer. While the tools and technology have changed in his career, Ande’s thoughtful mindset for landing professional work hasn’t.

Find Ande

* Social @andeparks

* Web andeparks.com

#bigstorypod #comicbook #podcast #marvel #dccomics #imagecomics #idw #boom #dynamite #oni #darkhorse #valiant #extraction #netflix #russobros

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Phil joins me for a candid conversation on the craft of drawing and writing comics, his love for the medium, and we chat about the impulse to collect the things you love. An epic tale told with humor and humility.

Find Phil

* Social @philhester

#bigstorypod #comicbook #podcast #marvel #dccomics #imagecomics #idw #boom #dynamite #oni #darkhorse #valiant

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