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We got a real cool one for you this week. Nick Williams is a fresh new voice in independent comics and you get to get in on the ground floor of his new releases Naked and Goodie. Nick goes into great detail on his favorite inspirations, materials, and techniques. There’s a lot of great talk around color theory and design, too, which is always welcome on the podcast. Nick has a lot of great stuff coming up so please check out his work after listening to the podcast!
Nick’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/nickscomicart/
Nick’s Website:
https://nickscomicart.com/
Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics. -
Cosmic Lion Productions is a rapidly growing publisher in the indie comics space and we are lucky to have the creator, owner, and lead publisher Eli Schwab to discuss this fresh imprint. Eli goes into great detail on what inspired him to make his own comics as well as form a community around making sure that some of the most unique voices in comics are heard. We also get a peak behind the curtain at the hardworking production team of Cosmic Lion as well as what goes on day-to-day at an indie publisher. Eli gives a fun, candid, and heartfelt interview that boosts the excitement around Cosmic Lion. After you listen to the interview, be sure to check out everything Eli and Cosmic Lion are putting out using the links below!
Cosmic Lion’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/cosmiclionproductions/
Cosmic Lion’s Website:
https://cosmiclionproductions.com/
Eli’s Podcasts:
https://cosmiclionproductions.com/podcasts
Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics. -
Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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Andre Frattino, one of the podcast’s oldest guests if not the oldest, returns to discuss his seminal graphic novel We Are Pan. Based on the true story of Operation Pedro Pan, the comic shines a light on this overlooked point of recent history and the people who bravely struggled through it. Andre gives us background on the creation of the comic as well as his other work including his upcoming DC Comics debut in Hawk-Girl Summer! We also get a glimpse into Andre’s career as a haunted tour guide and how his background in telling ghost stories feeds into his comics writing. It’s always a joy to have Andre on the podcast so please be sure to check out his work after you listen to the interview.
Andre’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/arfstudios/
We Are Pan:
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/817238/we-are-pan-by-andre-frattino/
Hawk-Girl Summer Info-Preorder at your local comic shop now:
https://www.themarysue.com/dc-solicitations-july-2026-hawk-girl-summer/
Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics. -
Welcome to your new home on the range where the kaiju and the glowing toxic fungi play. Jacob Kuddes is your park ranger and he’ll guide you through the unique ecosystem of Modern Carapace, his original comic book series. In this episode, we’ll get the details on Jacob’s comic origins along with his writing, drawing, and distributing processes. Jacob also has built a community around the art he loves to create and we’re excited to share that with you. After you check out the interview, you can read his work and give him a follow using the links below.
Jacob’s website:
https://moderncarapace.bigcartel.com/
Jacob’s instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/moderncarapace/
Jacob’s Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/jacobkuddes
Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics. -
Straight from the depths of Canada, Denis Gagné joins us on the podcast. You can be the judge of that as Denis describes his process of creating web comics, writing sci-fi, and editing the premier Star Trek Fan Zine “Warp Factor.” You’ll find that Denis and his work will grow on you because he is after all a real “Funghi.” You can read his work and give him a follow using the links below.
Denis’ website:
https://realfunghicomics.com/
Denis’ instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/realfunghicomics/
Denis’ Substack:
https://substack.com/@denisljgagne
Denis’ Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/realfunghicomics
Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics. -
On this week’s episode, Jared Throne comes on to talk about the process of creating the compelling heist in the sci-fi world of his new graphic novel Bridge Planet Nine from Top Shelf Comics. He gets into the weeds on writing scripts, drawing comics digitally, and getting editorial input. The conversation is chocked full of sci-fi comics goodness and so is Bridge Planet Nine. Check out the graphic novel and Jared’s other work after you listen to the interview using the links below:
Jared’s website:
https://jaredthrone.com/
Jared’s instagram:
instagram.com/jared_throne
Bridge Planet Nine:
topshelfcomix.com/catalog/bridge-planet-nine
Jared’s Band Holdover:
https://linktr.ee/holdoverband
Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics. -
Armand Bodnar, the artist behind Frog Knight, returns to talk about comics that aren’t Frog Knight! It’s crazy but Armand draws other comics like Werewolf By Night and Swamp Thing for Marvel. Armand gets to talk about the ups and downs of drawing a web comic for Marvel as well as the pros and cons of drawing web comics in general. We also get a preview of Armand’s upcoming comics Dothdrom and Sir Reginald. And don’t worry, Armand gives a Frog Knight update, too. Check out all of his work after you listen to the interview.
Armand’s website:
https://www.armandbodnar.com/
Armand’s instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/armand_bodnar/
Armand’s Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/ABodnar?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan
Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics. -
This episode is a long time coming because this is the fifth attempt to bring the interview with Caleb Prochnow, the creator of the series Savage Seed, to life. There were quite a few technical difficulties leading to this interview needing to be re-recorded. Much like the main character in Savage Seed, Caleb defeated the foes seeking to prevent him from expounding upon his work and drank their blood… metaphorically. Seriously, Caleb has so much great insight into the process of making comics and his approach is incredibly unique. Enjoy the interview and check out the awesome work by Caleb.
Caleb’s website:
calebprochnow.com
Caleb’s instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/calebprochnow/
Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics. -
Get ready to be spooked again by Phantasmagoria! Issue 2 is now on Kickstarter and we have curator/creator/writer Jorge Alvarez to talk about all the scary cool stuff packed into the latest installment in this horror anthology series. Joining Jorge is CL Zeno, a prolific comic creator who we just had on the show in episode 376. Both CL and Jorge have stories in Phantasmagoria but they have a lot of incredible passion for comics and storytelling that they share so generously. Check out their new Kickstarter after listening to the interview!
Phantasmagoria Issue 2:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comicunknown/phantasmagoria-issue-one-and-two
Comic Unknown’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/thecomicunknown/
CL Zeno’s Links:
https://linktr.ee/clzeno
Thank you for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics. -
LIVE NOW on Kickstarter! Lycan: Solomon’s Odyssey Chapter 4 is the latest installment in the horror epic centered on the earth’s first werewolf. Writer and Creator Dennis Robinson returns to the podcast to share his love for historical accuracy, ancient mythology, and tragic monstrosity. We also get into the process of running comics kickstarters and the community they build throughout the campaigns. It’s a fun discussion and you should check out the new Kickstarter along with Dennis’s other work after you’ve finished listening to the interview.
Lycan: Solomon’s Odyssey Chapter 4:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/worldsmostokayestdm/lycan-solomons-odyssey-chapters-1-4
Dennis’ Website:
https://www.hiveheadstudios.com/
Dennis’ Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/hiveheadstudios?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan
Dennis’ Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/hiveheadstudios/
Dennis’ DnD Podcast Botched:
https://www.botchedpodcast.com/
Thank you so much for listening. Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics! -
CL Zeno returns to the podcast with an exciting new collaboration with comics legend Jason Keith. CL and Jason are the ringleaders for The Enchanted Circus of Wonder, a new comic series centered around colorful characters in an old world filled with magic and machinery. Issues 1-2 are live on Kickstarter NOW! Jason takes us through his career as a comics colorist and his entry into the creator-owned world of comics. CL and Jason boost the intrigue of the comic with insights and previews into their new universe which is expanding at a truly remarkable pace. Please check out the Kickstarter and the other work by these creators after you listen to the interview!
The Enchanted Circus of Wonder:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jasonkeith/the-enchanted-circus-of-wonder-2-the-quest-for-knowledge
Jason Keith and Myth & Metal Press:
https://linktr.ee/jasonraykeith
CL Zeno:
https://linktr.ee/clzeno
Phantasmagoria #2 Kickstarter:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comicunknown/phantasmagoria-issue-one-and-two
Be safe. Be nice to each other. And go out there and make some comics!
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Jevin Loop returns to the podcast to promote the Kickstarter for “Nuke Rooster: Refried” the latest re-installment in the hit indie comic series. Jevin dives deep into his new comics making processes and gives us an inside look at his new endeavor as a founding member of the imprint “Skull-Cado Comics.” The topic of this episode is a first for Constructing Comics because we’ve never had a creator on promoting a remake of one of their previous works. It’s fascinating to hear what goes into reworking a comic to fit within a new style. After you check out the interview, be sure to go over to Kickstarter and check out “Nuke Rooster: Refried” and the rest of Jevin’s work along with the creators over at “Skull-Cado” comics.
Nuke Rooster: Refried Kickstarter:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jevinloop/nuke-rooster-refried
Jevin’s links:
https://linktr.ee/jevinloop
Skull-Cado Comics:
https://www.instagram.com/skullcado_comics/
Thank you so much for listening! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go out there and make some comics! -
The epic legend of Joan of Arc has never been portrayed with so much fun until “Joni, Joni, Save France.” Author and illustrator Nick Burchard comes on the show to explain the process of adapting a historical figure to a long-form gag comic strip. We also discuss his influences which My Chemical Romance, and we break down how important collaboration is to the comics creation process. There’s way more that we discussed so please check out the interview and then go read “Joni, Joni, Save France!”
Link to the book:
https://cosmiclionproductions.com/comics-shop/ols/products/joni-joni-save-france
Nick’s Website:
https://www.tinyvikingdesigns.com/
Nick’s instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/tinyvikingdesigns/
Nick’s Shortfilm “The Ghost Light”:
https://youtu.be/FlDa1JwCFe4?si=15U0-hz6PVpaHkpq
Be safe, be nice to each other and go out there and make some comics!
Thank you! -
Full disclaimer up top, I, Noah Ray the host, didn’t get the title correct of the zine “Movies Are Great… But Specifically in 2018” the whole interview, and this is what the guests were here to promote. I feel horribly and have apologized. My mistake is not due to disinterest in the book. The zine is one of the most unique and interesting works we’ve featured on our show combining essays, reviews, interviews, design, and illustration into one celebration of cinema… specifically in 2018. Colby and Brittnee run Uneven Press with such passion for the craft of storytelling and it was a joy to discuss all the processes and projects they have to offer. Please check out the interview and then check out “Movies Are Great… But Specifically in 2018” on Kickstarter NOW!
Kickstarter link:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/colbymchugh/hey-movies-are-great-but-specifically-in-2018
Uneven Cartoon Press:
https://linktr.ee/unevencartoonpress?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=8b7ebe0d-da93-422c-a0c8-9ec243fe2e4d
Brittnee:
https://www.instagram.com/bbrittnee/
Colby:
https://www.instagram.com/colbymchugh/
Thank you all for checking out our interview! Be safe, be nice to each other, and go make some comics! -
Lisa Cheese and Ghost Guitar return along with their creator Kevin Alvir! In this interview, Kevin breaks down Lisa Cheese and Ghost Girl: The God Complex, the sequel to his magically funny book Lisa Cheese and Ghost Girl: Attack the Snack from Top Shelf Comics. Kevin’s observations are witty and wise as he expounds on topics like mystery stories, cartoon shows, sorcerer sisters, and that one friend who sucks but you still kinda like hanging out with from time to time. The interview is a ton of fun so please check it out and pick up a copy of Lisa Cheese and Ghost Girl: The Rock God Complex at your local book store!
Lisa Cheese preorder:
https://www.topshelfcomix.com/catalog/lisa-cheese-and-ghost-guitar-book-2-the-rock-god-complex/1144
Kevin’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/mr_kevinalvir?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
Kevin’s Threads:
https://www.threads.com/@mr_kevinalvir
KEVIN’S BLUESKY:
https://bsky.app/profile/kevinalvir.bsky.social -
Let’s start 2026 off right with a comic that’s raising awareness and money for a worthy cause: our freedom from fascism here in the US. JM Brandt is a comics creator, writer, and curator currently promoting his new Kickstarter for the anthology Horror Not Hate which is live now. It’s a scary time and JM is fighting back with comics by building solidarity amongst his peers to bring us an anthology full of incredible art and stories based around resisting the current regime plaguing the USA and the world at large. JM sheds light on the charitable goals of the anthology along with his creative process in this interview. It’s inspiring and there’s hope it’ll inspire you to back the Kickstarter and join the growing resistance. You can check out the Kickstarter and JM’s other work below.
Horror Not Hate Kickstarter:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/slowfeetcomics/horror-not-hate
JM’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/j.m.brandt?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==
JM’s Threads:
https://www.threads.com/@j.m.brandt
JM’s comics and other writings:
https://linktr.ee/JMBrandt -
We have an exciting interview with the creatives behind the comic Hellbreaker now on Kickstarter. Legendary writer Pat Mills and master artist Ian Ashcroft give us a look into their new book along with their process in creating a new sprawling world. In this interview, we discuss religious iconography, art deco London, European vs American comics publishing, and SO much more. After or during the podcast, please check out and consider backing Hellbreaker on Kickstarter and check out Pat and Ian’s other work as well using the links below:
Hellbreaker Kickstarter:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/patmills/hellbreaker-fire-in-the-blood
Pat’s Website:
https://www.millsverse.com/about/
Pat’s Substack:
https://iconoblast.substack.com/
Ian’s Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/IanAshcroftArt?utm_campaign=creatorshare_fan
Ian’s Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/ian.ashcroft.art/ -
Ryan Oakley is an exciting and new voice in the comics game. We are thrilled to share this interview where we learn about Ryan's lost graphic novel, her art in the comic series Bitter Root, her pre-med background, how she overcome invasive thoughts thanks to Jeff the Shark and so much more. Check out our interview and then check out Ryan's amazing working using her links below:
Ryan's Linktree:
https://linktr.ee/ryanoakleyart?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=8b58fda2-8856-43a0-9df3-d596ae2ad578 -
Mike Scrase hops on the show to promote his series Zip which you can check out the kickstarter for number 4 right now. The kickstarter also offers a lot of catchup tiers if you would like to read issues 1-3. If you want to delve deep into the inspirations and messages of the series, listen to the interview and consider backing the kickstarter! There are a lot great rewards on top of this series being really great on its own.
Zip Kickstarter:
kickstarter.com/projects/mikescrase/zip4?ref=7y6oy6&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAacTL-mZKh2sjZpes0Y23K6qO2BAvDgcO-qph7gNubE5oYeYWMiiETKFMSE_kg_aem_38CuyYBRlaPFOkqrp1InbA
Zip series on Kindle:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CW18FRDZ?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAaeZqWMN_8p0ynY0tY2CrlzhMIBK0ijvHbNIPr2Q0p3YksC7raiFaOAq5KxVHw_aem_xk3d0I_GkBYJS1XPmtjh0g
Zip on Drive Thru Comics:
https://www.drivethrucomics.com/m/product/482044?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafNLWYGgpWicUI4u91UN-0-BvG76i9zfdOq5vaXkVAVJOUBxYdFY0NPFwEBAw_aem_GTa_mSFOAy6f20C2wncwqg
Zip LinkTree:
https://linktr.ee/zipcomicuk?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAafIWV_K_N1H0GWlm1V_8-kRtu0K3AdkmNJQe5Gd3gUIZqSjZURP-mQzM-V4Zw_aem_Ba5oOQNO4AcDkWnI4qZ8mQ
Thank you and enjoy! -
On this week's episode, Andrew Krahnke returns 4 years after his last interview to discuss the journey of his original comic series Bloodrik. We get into the process of pitching the series and publishing it through Image Comics along with the opportunity to illustrate several issues of G.I. Joe for Skybound Entertainment. As a surprise, frequent guest Armand Bodnar cohosts! Half the episode is an in-depth artist conversation between Andrew and Armand. It is a privilege to have two up-and-coming comic artists discuss the ups and downs of being a working comic artist. The conversation is brilliant and sure to entertain as much as enlighten.
Check out Andrew's work along with Armand's:
Andrew's website:
http://www.chumline.com/
Andrew's Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/andrew.krahnke
Armand's website:
https://www.armandbodnar.com/
Armand's instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/armand_bodnar?igsh=MW15cTczNmR0MTZzcg%3D%3D
Armand's Patreon:
https://www.patreon.com/ABodnar?fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAAae2gGbri7DOZWqY4aCafEkFqDyquWtjvHH6AzU3Us9UOePHwFDpIRZDOGYYCw_aem_pUQrL-OSQYqvhALxYCRUIw - Laat meer zien
