Two Geeks Talking

Trevor Mueller returns to talk about Secret S.T.E.A.M. Society: Horses, Secret S.T.E.A.M. Society: Music; and Bat Pat—how he designs “learn through adventure” stories that kids actually want to read; What he’s learned as a dad writing for not only his children but all young readers, and how childhood favorites shaped the comics he creates today. We dig into balancing wonder, critical thinking and education, building characters like Toot and the main characters of these stories that open conversations about empathy and inclusion, and what it really means to make books kids will remember decades from now.

Lyndon Radchenka returns to Two Geeks Talking with a packed update: writing a Zatanna short for DC Comics, launching The Laundrymen: Book 2 – Blood of the Saucer Men, and navigating the shifting comics landscape from both the indie and mainstream sides. In this conversation, we dig into what actually changed for him after working with DC, how that experience rewired his approach to creator‑owned work, what it’s really like juggling roles as writer, producer, and letterer, and how he thinks about the current state of comics for insiders and smart outsiders alike. If you care about building a sustainable creative career, understanding today’s comic ecosystem, and seeing how one working writer is adapting in real time, this episode is for you.

Dirk Manning returns to Two Geeks Talking for his 11th interview, bringing 20+ years in horror comics (Tales of Mr. Rhee, Nightmare World, Write or Wrong) and over $750,000 raised through crowdfunding. Now Publisher at Source Point Press, Dirk breaks down how their creator‑owned model works, why keeping rights and the freedom to leave matters, and what most writers and artists get wrong about self‑publishing and the direct market. If you care about owning your work, understanding the current comics landscape, and making smarter long‑term decisions as an independent creator, this episode is for you.

Welcome to this 2025 year in review of Two Geeks Talking, highlighting some of the most memorable pop culture moments and best interviews from the past year. Despite a lighter interview schedule, every conversation was incredible, featuring top trending guests from various creative fields. Stay tuned for all the latest news from the show! With over 35 interviews on the show, and guests ranging from Director Lisa Belcher and Actor Lukas Hassel (Blacklist) talking about House of Abraham to Musicians, Comic Artists, Comic Convention presidents of Caption UK and MNCBA there's something for everyone in this video recap! Don't forget to schedule your interview on Two Geeks Talking (Link in the video) sooner than later!

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Benjamin Kapit, a seasoned filmmaker, shares his enduring filmmaker motivation and passion for the craft after a decade in the industry. He offers film advice and insights into how to be a director by recounting a recent "behind the scenes" moment of joy on the set of The Sunrise House Seasons 1 and 2. His enthusiasm aims to inspire anyone looking at "how to start" their own journey in film.

 Steve Coffin, a classically trained artist whose comic series Helga’s Hornz draws on the wild teamwork of the A-Team, the stylish action of Charlie’s Angels, and the comic brilliance of Astérix. Coffin shares stories of childhood inspiration, stealing his brother’s comics, and how his love for artists like Gauguin and Uderzo shaped his vibrant, mischievous style. The discussion delves into creative risks, visual storytelling, and the unique blend of influences behind Helga’s Hornz, revealing the personal and playful spirit that defines Coffin’s work

William Gosline, creator of the hit graphic novel series Baby Barbarian, deconstructs his creative process, the young adult audience reactions (and their parents reactions!), starting his third successful crowdfunding campaign through Backerit. We also cover collaborating with an artist in Poland and other locations, the emotional core of his new story, and even the soundtrack sung by himself and his son that will have you asking for another drink from the Tavern barkeep! Plus, the simple, non-obvious tactics for finding fans of Bone and Asterix who will also love Baby Barbarian.

What does it take to transform a complex icon like Fela Kuti into a graphic novel? I deconstruct the 10-year project of Fela: Music is the Weapon with co-creators writer Conor McCreery (Assassin's Creed, Adventure Time) and Nigerian-born artist Jibola Fagbamiye to uncover the tools, routines, and psychology they used. We cover changing publishers and page sizes to fit the life and times of Fela Kuti, the amount of research by Jibola and Conor into this massive life; how to manage creative doubt in the face of publishing deadlines; and the single most important thing they agreed on before starting this massive project being released by Harper Collins Publishing!

"Fela: Music is the Weapon is not authorized by, affiliated with or otherwise connected to the Fela Kuti family or estate."

SUPPORT THESE CREATORS: Get your copy of this graphic novel at: https://www.felagraphicnovel.com

Patrick Lugo is the writer and artist behind the Kickstarter hit Undead Kungfu Ghost Killer. We deconstruct how he fused the aesthetic of Shaw Brothers Kung Fu films with the Classic Gothic Horror of Hammer Horror Films to create a unique modern comic. We explore his creative process from A Tiger's Tale to UKGK, his approach to this current Kickstarter, and how he turns a character's Chinese Folklore of real life rejection into a Supernatural comic!

Find links, preview pages, and how to support the project at: https://UKGK.site

What if the ultimate Model UN crisis scenario wasn't simulated, but terrifyingly real? This is the high-concept premise of ModelUN, the brilliant comic from co-creator Benjamin Hunting, where a high school diplomacy club is mistaken for Earth's governing body by an alien armada. We deconstruct the hilarious chaos that ensues, the art of negotiation under impossible pressure, and the meta-lessons on how to perform when the stakes couldn't be higher, all set in the 1990s. Sometimes "Take Me To Your Leader" has consequences!