WAYNE'S COMICS PODCAST: Recent Episodes
WAYNE'S COMICS PODCAST
In Episode 756, it’s time to welcome back to the podcast a creator whose comics we particularly enjoy, and that’s Jonathan Hedrick from Brackish!
Jonathan has a Kickstarter happening right now to support issues #1 & 2 of Brackish, so we talk about how these comics were created, who the characters are, and what else Jonathan has coming! Here’s how Brackish is described: “Two families have lived for generations on separate sides of a Florida swamp. The Tappers control the freshwater area where they make their moonshine, and the Saltzmans control the saltwater side from which their family fortune has grown from the abundant tourism. A truce was made a century ago to end their constant feud over the brackish part where their lands unite. But when the youngest Tapper son and youngest Saltzman daughter fall in love, the truce is broken and both sides of the swamp will never be the same again.” This project has already met its crowdfunding goal, but you can still contribute by pledging until this Tuesday, August 4, at 10:00 p.m. EDT. Be sure to support this high-power project as soon as you listen to this episode!
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In Episode #755, it’s the return of one of the favorites here at the podcast, and that’s Sam Johnson, a popular and acclaimed comics writer/editor. He’s got an already successful crowdfunding campaign now underway for “Geek-Girl – New and all previous issues!”
Sam has a Masters in Creative Writing for Film & TV and has also created Geek-Girl and Cabra Cini: Voodoo Junkie Hitwoman. Here’s this Kickstarter’s description: “Super-heroes meets mean girls plus weirdness in the Geek-Girl ongoing series!” We talk about how this book and series came to be, discuss and catch up on who the various characters are, and find out what else is keeping Sam busy these days! Be sure to back this excellent series today once you have finished listening to our fun interview!
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In Episode #754, acclaimed storyteller and video game writer Frank Barbiere (Astonishing Times) and award-winning game writer and comics newcomer Stephen Rhodes talk about Zero Instance, the first issue now available through Comixology Originals!
Frank and Stephen are bringing their expertise in video games to comics, and the first issue of Zero Instance is now available. Here’s this book’s description: “Rhys, a directionless college grad thought logging into his favorite MMO was just another raid with his friends, but they are shocked to find their boss fight glitching. When Chris—his best friend—doesn’t log out, Rhys is forced to confront a terrifying truth: the lines between game and reality are vanishing. As an experimental AI known as Braxir begins to manipulate smart systems, twist human behavior, and build a base of operations in the real world, Rhys must decide if he’s ready to lead when the game is over—and the stakes are real.” We talk about how this book came to be, who the various characters are, and what else Stephen and Frank are up to these days! Be sure to pick up this excellent book today once you have finished listening to our fun interview!
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In Episode #753, we get to visit Heartbreak Manor with creator and horror legend Steve Niles!
Heartbreak Manor is a 100-page holiday ghost story that is currently being crowdfunded here at Zoop.gg. Here’s this book’s description: “Heartbreak Manor is an ambitious and artful horror story about a desperate young orphan who must uncover the deadly secret hidden that lurks within the walls of an old mansion.” We talk about how this book came to be, who the various characters are, and what else Steve is up to these days! Be sure to back this high-power comics project at this link before it concludes on or about Wednesday, July 22.
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Time for a great doubleheader this week in Episode #752! It all starts with David Steinberger and Chip Mosher, who have created “the new home for digital comics and manga” at neonichiban.com, then concludes with the return of Thomas Marvelli from A Signal From Space on Kickstarter now!
Both David and Chip are leaders at Neon Ichiban, the next evolution in digital comics and manga. It’s described this way: “This isn’t about better technology—it’s about a better future for comics.” We talk about how the site came to be, what you can find there and when new books are available, as well as what the two of them are making happen that will continue to move the comics industry into the future.
Then everything wraps up with the return of Thomas Marvelli, who is soon concluding another successful Kickstarter project, this time for A Signal From Space. Tom catches us up on all that’s going on with Another Door Comics, including this excellent science-fiction mystery. Here’s this book’s description: “An astronaut presumed dead for nearly forty years sends an impossible signal home and returns unchanged.” Be sure to back this high-power comics project at this link before it concludes on Sunday, July 12, at 9 p.m. EDT.
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This week, in Episode #751, we catch up with a favorite guest here at the podcast, Jay Magnum from Pet Piranha Entertainment, to talk about his latest crowdfunding event!
Jay catches us up on everything that’s happening with his team, then talks about his latest book, Peaches ‘n’ Cinnamon (‘n’ Friends) in “Summer Sun ‘n’ Fun. Here’s the book’s description: “They’re the beastly besties of THE BLAZES, up to more wild wickedness—as the fan-fav damned damsels vamp-it-up all summer long in pinups for YOU!” We discuss how this book came to be, what’s going on with the Astral franchise, Galaxy Gal, and some other areas they will be exploring in the months ahead! Be sure to support this newest project here at this link before it concludes on Thursday, July 16, at 11:00 p.m. ET! We also talk about some developments on Kickstarter and the comics industry as a whole, so be sure to listen to this fun and engaging conversation here at the podcast!
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It’s special episode #750 this week at the podcast, and to celebrate, Wayne is talking with J.C. Vaughn from Gemstone Publishing about The Big, Big Overstreet Guide to Grading Comics – 7th Edition, now crowdfunding at zoop.gg!
J.C. brings years of experience with the Overstreet Price Guide, and is a leader in that very important comic book-related company! The Big, Big Overstreet Guide to Grading Comics – 7th Edition is described this way: “The top name in comic book pricing, appraisals, and grading metrics is crowdfunding with Zoop. The Overstreet Price Guide is launching it’s Big, Big Overstreet Guide to Grading Comics – 7th Edition for fans and collectors, an exclusive edition limited to this crowdfunding campaign. Completionists of all Overstreet editions will not want to miss this opportunity.” We talk about the influence Overstreet has had over the years, J.C.’s role in all of this, and what fans and collectors can expect to find in this oversized, full-color book. This crowdfunding campaign will conclude in mid-July, so be sure to back it at the link above as soon as you finish listening to our fun and enlightening conversation!
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Writer Justin Coke is interviewed this week in Episode #749 to talk about his first book SWAT: Eldritch Blue Issue #1!
Justin’s very first comic is crowdfunding on Kickstarter now, and it’s described this way: “A squad of broken-down outcasts, weirdos, and wizards battle to enforce the Grand Bargain—the agreement in which the monsters of the world have agreed to hunting quotas in exchange for safety from wizards like Larry Slaughter, who are always ready to hand out the punishment for breaking the Grand Bargain—summary execution.” We discuss how SWAT: Eldritch Blue came to be, who the characters are in this series, and what we can expect from Justin in the months ahead! This Kickstarter will conclude on Sunday, June 21, at 8:55 p.m., so be sure to back it at the link above as soon as you finish listening to this fun and enlightening conversation!
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Kenny Porter is a very busy comics creator! This week in Episode 748, we talk with him, who has had stories published by DC Comics, Image Comics, SEGA, and Top Cow, as well as Fearless from Scholastic and Barnstormers! from Insight Comics. If you visit your local comics shop, you are very likely to find at least two of his books there—The Schlub collected as a trade paperback from Image, and Superman: Father of Tomorrow from DC. Here’s the description of that latter book: “In a corner of far-flung space, a world explodes. A lone rocket escapes the destruction and races through space, ultimately landing on a small farm in small-town Kansas. A kindly couple steps with trepidation toward the alien craft as the door opens. Out steps a man named Jor-El, the sole survivor of the planet Krypton! As Jor-El fits in to his new home, he realizes that he can help the world, not just with his newfound powers, but with his intellect as well. Witness how a Man of Steel and Science saves the world!” We talk about both books with Kenny as well as Operation: Iron Coffin, which is coming soon from IDW. You can check out his website at this link. If you haven’t already been buying comics with his name on them, be sure to check them out after you listen to our fun conversation!
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t’s a great week here at the podcast, so it’s time for a great conversation! In Episode 747, it’s the return of David Pepose, the writer of Savage Avengers, Space Ghost, Speed Racer, and The O.Z., wonderful comics you should definitely support! During our discussion, we talk about his latest Kickstarter, and it’s for The O.Z. #1-3, which you can sign up for at this link! Here’s the book’s description: “Haunted by her past, a disillusioned Iraq war veteran must survive the war-torn land of Oz.” Of course, the O.Z. stands for the “occupied zone,” which is something we talk about. David and I discuss his return to Kickstarter after some time away. We also delve into his run on Space Ghost, which I truly enjoy, then touch on Speed Racer and his other books! David is one of those great rising comics creators you should keep up with, so don’t miss this fun conversation!
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This week in Episode #720, Medieval creators Neil Kleid and Alex Cormack talk with Wayne about their just-released Comixology Original series.
Award-winning writer Neil Kleid (The Panic, Brownsville, Nice Jewish Boys) and artist Alex Cormack are going Medievalwith their bombastic new series about baseball, the Bronx, and sixth-century Britain! The series is described this way: “Baseball fan Danny Landau and his girlfriend Gina Rabinowitz attend a baseball game to watch their favorite Bronx team take on their most notorious rivals. After being hit by a line drive, Danny wakes up in sixth-century England, out of time with no skills other than a knack for construction, a love for baseball, and a penchant for violence. After spending the next year drinking and fighting, seeking a way back home to his girl and New York, Danny’s unique form of loud-mouthed chivalry – and ‘The Babe,’ his custom-designed iron baseball bat – gains the attention of Camelot, and Arthur’s Knights of the Round Table!” We talk about how this comic series came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from these high-octane creators in the months ahead! The first issue has already been released, so go to Comixology to dive into this engaging comic series!
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Nandor Fox Shaffer returns this week in Episode #719, bringing us up to date on his latest Kickstarter for Seasons Volume 1-2.
Nandor is the creator of Seasons and several other great comics, including Man-Child, Lifeline, and the Fabled Offering! Volumes one and two of Seasons are now available via Kickstarter at this link in paperback format! The books are described this way: “Begin Fletcher’s one-year journey as his powers change with every passing season. The hit supernatural series returns in softcover!” After you listen to our fun conversation, be sure to back this excellent project which will conclude on Thursday, November 20, at 8:07 p.m. ET!
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This week in Episode #718, Wayne talks with creator Nick Edwards about his 48-page graphic novel The Apostasy.
Nick’s Kickstarter crowdfunding for this already successful book is currently underway at this link! Here’s how The Apostasy is described: “THE APOSTASY tells the story of a demon, named Gainsbourg, who, for eons, has tortured the souls of the damned without consideration or concern- his existence one of gradual disillusionment. It is not easy to seek purpose within the depths of Hell. Enter Katie, a newly damned soul and the next victim of Gainsbourg.” We talk about how this horror comic came to be, who the various characters are, and what else we can expect from Nick in the months ahead! This Kickstarter will conclude on Monday, December 1, at 11:59 AM EST! Don’t miss this fun conversation and be sure to support this excellent project!
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It’s time to travel to Exorcism Island with writer Jordan Thomas and artist Chris Matthews this week in Episode #717.
We discuss the frightening and unforgettable five-issue mini-series from the creators of the acclaimed crime comic Mugshots. Here’s how Exorcism Island is described: “Exorcism Island takes the tradition of the best demonic possession stories and cranks it up several notches with ever-escalating terror and tense cliffhangers.” We talk about how this mini-series came to be, who the various characters are, and what else we can expect from this high-power creative team in the months ahead! The first issue is now available on Comixology Originals, just in time for this spooky season! Don’t miss it!
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This week in Episode #716, it’s the return of David Whalen, who describes himself as a “comic book creator and life-long learner.” He catches us up with what’s going on in what I call the “Whalen-verse,” which you can find out about at this link.
We discuss what’s keeping David busy these days, including the latest chapter of his 50-issue series The Offspring, his recent novel The Last Ride to Tyburn, his mini-series including Evolution: Utero, graphic novels such as The Loved Ones and Layton Lightspeed, and his one-shots such as Shady Lady and Will Aliens Do My Homework? as well as other projects he’s working on! David’s always up to fascinating and interesting comics and related projects, so be sure to listen to our fun conversation! Don’t get LEFT out!
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Just in time for Halloween come legendary comics professionals Matt Wagner and Kelley Jones, who are crowdfunding the next installment in their secret history of Dracula! This week in Episode #715, Wayne talks with both creators about their already-successful Kickstarter for Dracula: Book III – The Count!
Matt and Kelley discuss the third of this series of this groundbreaking graphic novels, which you can now support on Kickstarter at this link! This project is described this way: “DRACULA: BOOK III—THE COUNTtakes place in the shadows of the original novel and tells the familiar and horrifying tale from Dracula’s own point of view.” We discuss how this series of graphic novels got its start, who some of the various characters are, and what may be coming from them in the future! Be sure to listen to this fun and engaging conversation! Be sure to back this project before it concludes on Thursday, October 30th, at 11:59 pm EDT—just before Halloween!
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This week in Episode #714, Wayne talks with Ruben Bolling, creator of Tom the Dancing Bug, an award-winning comic strip that has explored everything from comic books to religion to politics in its 35 years of running in newspapers and online!
Ruben discusses the first of eight volumes of this groundbreaking creation, which you can sign up now to support on Kickstarter at this link! This project is described this way: “Blending a surreal sense of humor with razor-sharp political satire, Tom the Dancing Bug has delighted fans for decades, and Bolling’s work remains as vital and important as ever. Clover Press’s new collections will give readers a chance to see the strip and Bolling’s art evolve throughout the 1990s.” We discuss how this strip got its start, who some of the various characters are, and what its future may hold! Be sure to listen to this fun and engaging conversation! Be sure to back this project before it concludes in the coming month!
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It’s time to catch up with Jay Magnum from Pet Piranha Entertainment, the driving force behind the Astral franchise and Galaxy Gal, among others!
Jay catches us up on everything that has happened with his team so far in 2025, then looks forward to what they have coming our way soon! His current Kickstarter project can be backed here and is described this way: “FINAL ISSUE (#1-5) of the cool REVENGE TALE in the highly-acclaimed ‘ASTRAL’ series!” We discuss what’s going on with Astral, Galaxy Gal, and some other areas they will be exploring soon! Be sure to listen to this fun and engaging conversation! Be sure to back this project before it concludes on Thursday, October 23, at 11:00 p.m. ET! You can learn more about Jay and Pet Piranha Entertainment by checking out their website at this link!
James Aquilone, accomplished horror writer/editor, returns to the Wayne’s Comics Podcast in Episode #712!
Wayne has a great conversation this week with James, a favorite here at the podcast! He’s crowdfunding this already very successful campaign and his latest project on Kickstarter for Monstrous: The Kaiju Issue! It’s described this way: “This magazine-format comic book is celebrating Godzilla’s 70th anniversary with kaiju comics, short stories, artwork, and articles.” We discuss how this issue came to be, who wrote and illustrated many of the articles and stories, and what we can expect from James and Monstrous Books in the months ahead! This project will conclude this Tuesday, September 30, at 11:45 pm EDT, so be sure to support it as soon as you finish listening to our fun interview! Don’t miss it!
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In Episode #711, it’s time to return to my interview with Tom Sniegoski, who is the scripter for the Herculoids series from Dynamite Entertainment!
Tom and I talk about the animated series that started it all as well as take a deep dive into the various characters and what made this show a favorite of fans even decades later! Here’s how the comic is described: “The legendary planet of Amzot sits in the far reaches of deepest, darkest space. It’s a planet of extreme riches, but those who seek it out are routinely struck by untold disaster and terrible fates. Anyone who manages to survive to tell the tale speaks of horrific, imposing guardian monsters that protect it. Yet raiders and explorers continue coming, only to meet the Herculoids again and again! The creators invite fans to adventure with the Herculoids as they protect their home, and even they will learn even bigger secrets about their planet.” Tom also discusses the art from collaborator Craig Rousseau, which many fans are also already looking forward to enjoying! The series just released issue #8, so things are going well for the Herculoids! Don’t wait–be sure to let your local comics shop know you want this book as soon as you finish listening to this fun interview!
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It’s time for another great Zoop.gg crowdfunding doubleheader week in Episode #659 as Wayne catches up with Mark Bertolini from the newly collected Breakneck, then Joe Harris returns to talk Great Pacific’s new hardcover edition!
Everything kicks off with my fun interview with Mark Bertolini, who is bringing back one of my personal favorites in Breakneck! Here’s how this book is described: “In a world where all supervillains have been wiped out, one final villain is on the run from the world’s collected heroes – but Ethan Shade is the crappiest villain left alive!” We talk about why this is a great time to revive this series, who the various characters are, and what else Mark is up to, including possibly another five issues of Breakneck! Be sure you back this crowdfunding project on zoop.gg before it concludes on Friday, September 27, so we can enjoy more of Mark’s excellent storytelling!
Then it all concludes with the return of Joe Harris to the podcast, who is collecting his classic tale in what he’s calling Great Pacific: The Completely Trashed Edition. Here’s the description: “Chas Worthington dreams of big things, solving bigger problems, and making his mark on the world. Only no one takes the twenty-one year-old heir to one of the biggest oil fortunes in history very seriously… that is, until he turns his back on his cushy life of wealth and prestige, and seeks to solve an environmental disaster twice the size of his native Texas known as the Great Pacific Garbage Patch.” Joe discusses how this story came to be, who the characters are, and what else he has heading our way in the months ahead! Be sure to back this high-power Zoop.gg crowdfunder before it concludes on Friday, September 27, 2024.
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In Episode #658, the creator of The Masters, Austin Hough, returns to discuss his crowdfunding project for the concluding issue #5 for that groundbreaking series, which you can support on Kickstarter until this Tuesday, September 17, at 11:59 pm EDT!
Austin and his team of established and talented creators are breathing new life into many public domain heroes, including the Black Owl and his team as well as the group of villains called The Masters. The comic is described this way: “A classic hero versus villain comic and the conclusion of the art-heist of the century is inspired by some of the most famous artists of the 20th century.” We discuss who the characters are, how this book came to be, and what we can expect from him and the other creators in the months ahead. Don’t miss this fun and engaging conversation with Austin, who is both a comic fan and comic creator!
The creator of the beloved comic strip Mutts, Patrick McDonnell, is here this week in Episode #657 as we discuss his newest book release, Breaking the Chain: The Guard Dog Story, now available in all great bookstores!
Patrick’s book, which presents this story in color for the very first time, is described this way: “The syndicated comic strip Mutts features the adventures of Mooch, the curious cat, and Earl, the ever-trusting dog. In 1995, McDonnell introduced a new character in Mutts: Guard Dog, a chained dog longing for his freedom. Now available, Abrams ComicsArts has published Breaking the Chain: The Guard Dog Story, a celebration and history of Guard Dog with a full color version of his newsworthy story of long-awaited freedom that captivated readers around the world. Over the years, Guard Dog, one of the strip’s most beloved characters, has played an important role in raising awareness about the cruelty of tethering and has inspired countless readers to become involved in animal welfare.Guard Dog is abandoned by his owner, left alone and suffering. But he’s soon discovered by his animal friends Mooch and Earl, and Doozy, a kindly neighborhood girl, who work together to rescue their friend.” We discuss who the characters are, how this book came to be, and what we can expect from him in the months ahead. Don’t miss this wonderful and touching interview with Patrick as we talk about his comic strip and what this story has meant to readers around the world!
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We explore another great manga this week in Episode #656 as we talk with Robbie J. Atkinson about her newest release, The Seventh Kingdom, the first volume of which will be available for pre-order soon!
Robbie is a lifelong fan of manga, so she’s perfect to create this engaging and exciting book! It is described this way: “The Seventh Kingdom centers on a teenager on a quest driven by revenge following the decimation of her village. Throughout her journey, she battles powerful foes and collides with dark revelations as she learns about her mysterious family history.” We discuss who the characters are, how this manga book came to be, and what we can expect from her in the months ahead. The next pre-order will begin in mid-October! Until that starts, be sure to listen to our fun conversation and check out the preview and other information at the link above!
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Ernest P. Worrell is back in his very first graphic novel called Ernest & The Dream Stone. This week in Episode #655, we talk with one of the creators of the comic, Corey Perkins!
Ernest’s first comic is described this way: “Get ready! For the first time in over 25 years, Ernest is back in action in a brand-new spooky graphic novel sure to make you feel like a kid again!” We talk with Corey about how this book came to be, just who Ernest P. Worrell is, and what we can expect for fans of Ernest and Jim Varney in the months ahead! For more information about the comic and the upcoming Kickstarter project, be sure to go to this website now!
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This week in Episode #654, we chat with comics creator Snake about his upcoming work, The View of the Phoenix Trees, which is coming to Kickstarter soon!
Snake is a writer and letterer who is a poet, spoken word artist, and a comic creator who recently graduated with a Master of Fine Arts in Writing for Stage and Broadcast Media at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. His book is described this way: “The View of the Phoenix Trees is a beautifully drawn and written comic about an inspiring historic-fantasy Vietnamese family’s struggle to stay together post war.” We discuss who the characters are, how this book came to be, and what we can expect from him in the coming months. Be sure to sign up to be notified when this crowdfunder launches by signing up at this link today! Until that starts, be sure to listen to our fun conversation!
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In Episode #653, we explore the Illuminatus! trilogy, written in the 1970s by Robert Shea and Robert Anton Wilson. It’s being adapted into Tales of Illuminatus, a new comic book series written and illustrated by New Jersey comic book writer and artist Bobby Campbell, who Wayne talks with this week, with the assistance of another comic artist, Todd Purse. This adaptation is being made with the permission of the estates of Wilson and Shea.
Readers are invited to go to their Kickstarter page here: (https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bobbycampbell/tales-of-illuminatus-1-the-hidden-light) to order the first comic book in the series, which will be published on paper and digitally on September 14. It also is being published as a free serial on the Internet at talesofilluminatus.com. We discuss who the creators and characters are, how this book came to be, and what we can expect from Bobby in the coming months. Be sure to support this crowdfunding project before it concludes on Friday, August 23, 2024, at 11:43 AM EDT. Don’t miss this engaging conversation!
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Deb Aoki and Christopher Woodrow-Butcher manage a publishing initiative that recommends great manga to people who haven’t read much of that genre before. The latest manga published by them is Search & Destroy, presented by Fantagraphics. In Episode #652, Wayne talks with them about this latest release.
Search & Destroy is the latest manga published by Fantagaphics in partnership with MSX: Mangasplaining Extra, a publishing initiative run by Deb and Christopher and Andrew Woodrow-Butcher that spins out of their popular podcast Mangasplaining. Thise three-issue publication is described this way: “Search & Destroyis a brilliantly-crafted action-thriller about an outsider looking for meaning and vengeance in the unjust world that took everything away from her.” We discuss how this project came to be, delve into manga, explore who the characters are, and what else we can expect from them in the future. Don’t miss this engaging interview!
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She Could Fly, the groundbreaking graphic novel, is a one-of-a-kind reading experience. And now that experimental graphic novel from Dark Horse Comics and Berger Books is a documentary escape game designed to challenge how we think about the deeply misunderstood mental illness, OCD. In Episode #651, Wayne talks with leader/co-designer Sara Kenney and co-producer Mairéad Ruane.
They worked with a team of ‘Lived Experience’ experts to inform the content and create a global engagement campaign to shift how we think about OCD and mental health. Scientists, psychologists and medical humanities experts were part of the iterative design process, checking and commenting on scripts and game drafts for over two years. It’s described this way: “Combining comic art, documentary films and interactive gameplay, the She Could Fly Documentary Escape Gameis a point and click, psychological game from Wowbagger Productions that takes players on a looping adventure to explore OCD.” We discuss how this project came to be, who the characters are, and how you can access the book as well as the now-available game. Don’t miss this entertaining interview!
Eisner-nominated creator Jordan Morris talks about his latest release, Youth Group, this week in Episode #650!
Jordan is best known for his previous book, Bubble, and Youth Group is now available from First Second Comics at your local bookstore and comics shop! This new book is described this way: “When Kay reluctantly agreed to join the youth group at Stone Mission Church in Orange County California, she expected the Jesus talk and the dorky singalongs and the colorful posters about dodging temptation. What she didn’t expect was to stumble on her youth group leaders, Meg and Cortland, in the middle of a real-deal exorcism. Turns out they’re both soldiers in a secret organization of demon hunters in a war that’s heating up, and even if Kay wanted to stay on the sidelines, she doesn’t have a choice. YOUTH GROUP mixes humor, horror, and heart to tell a story about putting aside your differences to give evil the beatdown it deserves.” We discuss how this story came to be, who the characters are, and the fact that you can catch up with Jordan at the upcoming San Diego Comic Con (he shares those details during our conversation). Don’t miss this fun interview!
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In Episode 649 this week, accomplished creator Dave Swartz talks about his current Kickstarter campaign for Confederate Monster!
Dave has been a professional comic book illustrator for 10 years! His current crowdfunding campaign is on Kickstarter, and it’s described this way: “The South will rise Un-Dead, when the story of Frankenstein meets the Civil War!” We discuss how this Confederate Monster comic book series came to be, Dave’s unique take on these classic characters, and what we can expect from him in the coming months! Don’t miss this excellent conversation, then support this already-successful crowdfunding campaign that wants your backing before it concludes on Friday, June 26, at 12:00 AM EDT!
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Christopher Michael from C.R.I.T: Robo Renaissance is the featured guest this week in Episode #648!
Chris returns and has a Kickstarter crowdfunding project underway for C.R.I.T: Robo Renaissance that will conclude on July 26! The project is described this way: “Join C.R.I.T. (Constantly Running Into Trouble) as they seek justice, uncover secrets, and unravel the Goblin King’s deadly mystery.” We discuss how this comic came to be and what else Chris is up to, so be sure to listen to this fun interview!
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James Aquilone, accomplished horror writer/editor, returns to the Wayne’s Comics Podcast in Episode #647!
Wayne has a great conversation this week with James, a favorite here at the podcast! He’s crowdfunding this already very successful campaign and his latest project on Kickstarter for the Kolchak: The Night Stalker Novel Deluxe, Limited Edition illustrated novel! It’s described this way: “It’s a new illustrated edition of the book that spawned the cult TV series! W/essays by David Dastmalchian, Rodney Barnes & Mark Dawidziak.” The book is limited to only 1,973 copies and also will have red painted edges and a sewn-in bookmark! We discuss how this book came to be, who created the illustrations, and what we can expect from James and Monstrous Books in the months ahead! This project will conclude on Thursday, July 11, at 11:59 pm EDT, so be sure to support it as soon as you finish listening to our fun interview! Don’t miss it!
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In Episode 646 this week, Nick Edwards from Stilettos talks about his Kickstarter that is ending soon!
Nick’s crowdfunding project for Stilettos will conclude on July 2 at 12:00 p.m., and you can support it at this link. Here’s the description: “A promising young woman meets the most dangerous game in this 90+ page revenge thriller graphic novel!” We discuss who the various characters are, how they came to be, and what else Nick and the team at Unearthly Comics have coming our way soon! Don’t miss it!
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Writer Justin Coke is interviewed this week in Episode #645 to talk about his upcoming book SWAT: Eldritch Blue Issue #1!
Justin has his very first comic coming to Zoop.gg very soon, and it’s described this way: “A squad of broken-down outcasts, weirdos, and wizards battle to enforce the Grand Bargain—the agreement in which the monsters of the world have agreed to hunting quotas in exchange for safety from wizards like Larry Slaughter, who are always ready to hand out the punishment for breaking the Grand Bargain—summary execution.” We discuss how SWAT: Eldritch Blue came to be, who the characters are in this series, and what we can expect from Justin in the months ahead! Don’t miss this fun and enlightening conversation!
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Patrick McEvoy from Gorgo Legacy comes to the podcast in Episode #644 this week!
Patrick’s 72+-page graphic novel is being crowfunded on Zoop.gg, which you can find at this link. It is described this way: “1953. World War II is over, and the Cold War has taken its place. A secret international agency known as SERENITY monitors — and often conceals — the threat of giant monsters they term ‘mega-cryptids.’ The Kaiju! AGENT BENSON might well have saved the world in his first mission for Serenity. But it has left deep scars on his psyche, cursing him with weird visions of the future. Benson must now investigate strange events on an isolated isle off the coast of Ireland. Now, in this prequel to the legendary GORGO film, Benson’s dark visions of tomorrow loom. A KAIJU BLOOD FEUD and COLD WAR INTRIGUE will soon collide in the deadly waters of the North Atlantic!” We discuss how this book came to be, Gorgo’s history, who the characters are in this new comic book graphic novel, and what we can expect from Patrick and Titanic Creations in the coming months! Don’t miss this excellent conversation, then support this already-successful crowdfunding that wants you support before it concludes on or around June 27!
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In Episode #643 this week, writer Lee Durfey-Lavoie returns, this time to talk about his new book Sink or Swim!
Lee is back to talk about his latest book in the Just Roll With It universe! Sink or Swim is described this way: “Summer is here! School’s out, the pool is open, and new adventures with friends await! But what happens when twelve-year-old Ty’s anxiety has other plans? From the world of Just Roll With It comes a boy-centric graphic novel about accepting yourself even when it’s a little scary.” We discuss how this book came to be, who the characters are in this new graphic novel, and what we can expect from Lee in the months ahead! Don’t miss this fun and engaging conversation!
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It’s time to talk DC Comics’ Green Lantern and Flash this week with high-power writer Jeremy Adams, who joins us for Episode #642 this week!
Jeremy Adams was the scripter for The Flash until recently when he took the reins of the new Green Lantern title featuring Hal Jordan. Here’s the description of the latest issue, #11: “THE FATE OF HAL JORDAN AND CAROL FERRIS! How do you move on from the person you’ve loved your entire life? How do you start over? Carol wrestles with her feelings as she makes a choice that will change her and Hal’s lives forever. Meanwhile, Hal faces off against the United Planets, hoping to bring to light its corrupt members and reestablish the Green Lantern Corps once and for all! Plus, Guy Gardner has caught his man… or has he? Things go from bad to worse to exponentially strange as Guy attempts to get his prisoner and himself back to Oa in one piece!” We talk about how Jeremy handles Hal’s long and interesting history, who the various characters in the comic are, what’s going on with Hal in the DC Universe including upcoming big events, and what we might expect from Jeremy in the future! Don’t miss this entertaining and lively conversation!
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In Episode #641, Wayne talks with Trevor Mueller, the award-winning writer for Los Ojos, which is launching on Zoop.gg on Tuesday, May 21!
Trevor is the scripter for Reading with Pictures and Albert the Alien, and he’s working with artist Francesco Iaquinta on Los Ojos, which is described as “John Wick meets John Constantine, one man with two guns fighting his demons, both literal and imaginary.” We talk about where this story came from, who the characters are, and what we might expect from him and his collaborators in the coming months! Be sure not to miss this excellent and enjoyable conversation!
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Matt Kindt, known for working with Keanu Reaves and Jeff Lemire, has a surprising new collaborator who joins us in Episode #640 this week just in time for Mother’s Day!
The new mini-series is Gilt Frame, and eccentric and electrifying crime thriller starring the most unlikely detective duo in the history of murder mysteries! It’s described this way: “Bestselling cartoonist Matt Kindt has shattered crowdfunding records with Keanu Reeves on their blockbuster BRZRKR graphic novels. He’s created acclaimed comics with fellow indie comics darlings Jeff Lemire and David Rubín and his talented studio mate, Brian Hurtt. And now the creator of Mind MGMT and Dept. H. has a new and entirely unexpected writing partner: his mother, Margie Kraft Kindt!” We talk about where the story came from, who the characters are, how the creators worked with each other to make this book happen, and what we might expect from Matt and Margie in the future! Don’t miss this fun and enjoyable conversation!
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He’s one of our favorites here at the podcast, so it’s great to talk again with Ed Jowett with the Empowered Outsiders 2 anthology on Kickstarter this week in Episode #639!
Ed Jowett catches us up with the very latest happenings with SoV Comics, including his current Kickstarter for Empowered Outsiders 2! This crowdfunding project is described this way: “Three more independent heroes have adventures in the critically-acclaimed Empowered universe. Rejoin Lobo + meet Drift and Vigilance!” We look into who these characters are, how these comics work with Shades of Vengeance’s other projects (including SoV Comics), and what else is coming from them in the months ahead! This Kickstarter will conclude on Sunday, May 12, at 9:41 a.m. EDT, so be sure to back this project once you have finished listening to this fun interview!
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It’s time for another great doubleheader week in Episode #638 as Wayne talks with Sandy King Carpenter from Storm King Comics, then Jeff Haas returns to talk The End of All: Terminus #1 & 2 on Kickstarter!
Everything kicks off with my fun interview with Sandy King Carpenter, who heads Storm King Comics! Here’s how this group is described: “Along with her husband, director John Carpenter, Sandy King focuses on bringing the best writers from the worlds of comics, movies, and novels to bring their special brand of horror and sci-fi entertainment to comics.” We talk about who produced the excellent comics they’re making, including the very-soon-to-be-released second volume of the Fetch series for younger readers as well as Long Haul from Cullen Bunn and Heath Amodio, and explore what else is coming soon from these high-power creators! Be sure you pick up the first and second volumes of Fetch from your local comics shop or through the Storm King Comics website!
Then it all concludes with the return of Jeff Haas, who has a new Kickstarter underway for the first and second issues of The End of All: Terminus. Here’s the description: “The Universe is dying. The “Great Rip” is tearing it apart. Now the last seven sentient species in the universe attempt a daring escape aboard the spaceship, Terminus. However, these species’ existence together is anything but harmonious as each vie for control. Only a few will survive until the end.” Jeff catches us up on the latest Terminus news and other crowdfunding events, then we discuss how this story came to be, who the characters are, and what else Jeff has heading our way in the months ahead! Be sure to back this Kickstarter before it concludes on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. EDT.
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Episode #637 is another excellent crowdfunding doubleheader as Wayne talks with Paul Cornell and Rachael Smith from Who Killed Nessie? on Zoop.gg, then Matt Schorr from Jesus Christ: Demon Slayer on Kickstarter!
It all begins with a fun interview with Paul Cornell and Rachael Smith from Who Killed Nessie? on Zoop.gg! Here’s how this book is described: “Every year, legendary creatures from all over the world gather for an annual convention. But never has there been a murder. It’s a comedy cryptozoological whodunnit about finding confidence through rationality and accepting a world of mysteries… by solving one.” We talk about who the characters are, how this convention story resembles real-life gatherings, and explore what else is coming soon from these great creators! Be sure you back this project before it concludes on Thursday, April 25!
Then everything concludes with the return of Matt Schorr, who has a new Kickstarter underway for Jesus Christ: Demon Slayer. Here’s the description: “Legends are whispered in the darkest corners of Damnation describing a time when the Son of God entered their domain to challenge Lucifer himself. Known for his teachings of peace on Earth, the Messiah waged a one-man war across the Shores of Hell, slaughtering any demon, devil or false god foolish enough to stand in his way. Now, the story can be told… .” We discuss how this story came to be, who the characters are, and what else Matt and his Schorr Manor Studio have heading our way in the months ahead! Be sure to back this Kickstarter before it concludes on Friday, April 26, 2024, at 12:48 p.m. EDT.
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It’s time for a great crowdfunding doubleheader this week in Episode #636! Wayne talks with Madeleine Holly-Rosing from Boston Metaphysical Society on Kickstarter and Jordan Plosky from Zoop.gg!
It all starts off with the return of Madeleine Holly-Rosing, who has a crowdfunding project on Kickstarter for her special edition hardback for Boston Metaphysical Society! Here’s how this latest edition is described: “An ex-Pinkerton detective, a spirit photographer, and a genius scientist battle supernatural forces in late 1800s Boston.” We discuss what this new edition of this successful comics series is about, who the characters are, and explore what else is going on with the Society! Be sure you back this project before it concludes on Thursday, April 18!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with Jordan Plosky, one of the driving forces behind the high-power crowdfunding website Zoop.gg! He’s one of the leaders of the site that is gathering investors for Zoop.gg via Republic.com. Here’s their description: “Zoop is an all-in-one crowdfunding and e-commerce platform.” They’re raising funds so the site can continue its strong support of comics creators while also expanding their focus to other comics-related items and groups. For more information on how you can invest in Zoop.gg as they continue to move forward, go to the site listed above. Be sure to check this out and invest as soon as you can to help crowdfunding generate even more support for the comics industry!
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This week, Episode #635 is another excellent doubleheader, so Wayne talks with Royce Adkins from Outcasts on Zoop.gg and Michael David McCarthy and Alonso Molina Gonzales from Miracle Kingdom!
Everything kicks off with the return of Royce Adkins, who has a crowdfunding project on Zoop.gg for his new comic Outcasts! Here’s how this latest book is described: “Outcasts is a gritty sci-fi/action story about Aaron, a former super-soldier afflicted with chronic asthma, who is cast out of the covert government program that created him.” We discuss what this new series is about, who the characters are, and catch up with what else is coming from Stone Harbor Comics! Be sure you back this project before it concludes on Thursday, April 18!
Then everything wraps up with my fun interview with the creators of Miracle Kingdom! Writer Michael David McCarthy and Artist Alonso Molina Gonzales delve into this excellent mini-series recently released through Scout Comics! Here’s how this book is described: “A forensic accountant investigates a showboating televangelist with dubious healing powers, and quickly realizes that he may be dealing with the ‘Michelangelo of Scam Artists’ when his miracles appear to be astonishingly convincing.” We look into who the characters are, discover how this mini-series intelligently tells a fascinating spiritual tale, and find out what else is heading our way from these creators in the months ahead! I always need to point out that I do help out behind the scenes with Scout Comics, but I had nothing to do with this book, which is probably why it’s so good! To order Miracle Kingdom, you can go here on ScoutComics.com or check with your local comics shop!
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In Episode #634, It’s time for another great doubleheader, so Wayne talks with Caleb Palmquist from Dragon Grit and David Whalen from Layton Lightspeed!
Everything kicks off with the return of Caleb Palmquist, who has a Kickstarter underway for his new comic Dragon Grit #1 that he created with his wife, Lorelei Jonason! Here’s how this latest book is described: “A tough-as-nails ex-outlaw takes a risky escort job while being pursued by an old rival.” We discuss what this new series is about, who the characters are, and what else is coming from Caleb soon! Be sure you back this project before it concludes on Saturday, April 6, at 12:00 AM EDT!
Then everything concludes with David Whalen’s return! We delve into his most recent comics release, Layton Lightspeed! Here’s how this 138-page graphic novel is described: “In the wake of a historically destructive plague, the galaxies population has been cut in half. Hoping to rebuild society, a sickly aging scientist and his spunky daughter attempt to perfect a hyper-cloning technique that catches the eye of a fanatical alien general whose species has been decimated by the plague and its so-called cure.” We look into who the characters are, briefly catch up on his other projects, and find out what else is coming from him in the months ahead! To order Layton Lightspeed, you can go here to Amazon.com or here to his correcthandedcomics.com website! This book is now available in paperback and digital versions, so be sure to order yours once you have finished listening to this episode!
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This week in Episode #633, It’s yet another great doubleheader, so Wayne talks with Chad Hardin with The Art of Chad Hardin, Volume 4 on Zoop.gg and Shane Berryhill from Deathslinger with Cosmic Lion Productions!
Everything starts with Chad Hardin, who has a Zoop.gg project underway for the fourth volume of his The Art of Chad Hardin series! Here’s how this latest book of his is described: “Marvel and DC’s celebrated artist Chad Hardin is making his Zoop debut with The Art of Chad Hardin Volume 4. The first three volumes were huge crowdfunding successes, and Volume 4 unveils new published & unpublished gems and dives into his creator-owned projects & behind-the-scenes magic, showcasing private commissions and unveiling the meticulous process from concept to completion. A must-have for comic art aficionados!” We discuss who Chad’s career to date, what is expected to be included in this fourth volume, and what else is coming from Chad soon! Be sure you back this project before it concludes on Friday, March 29!
Then everything concludes with Shane Berryhill’s first interview here with the podcast! We delve into his most recent comics, including Comic Books Kill, Jacin and the Olympians, and Deathslinger! Here’s how Deathslinger is described: “The Holy Reich had fallen, leaving the galaxy in chaos. It was a perfect storm for those who trafficked in blood and war. It was the age of the Deathslinger!” We look into who the characters are in this book, briefly explore his other projects, and find out what else is coming from him in the months ahead! You can go to the Cosmic Lion Productions website to order this great book and find out about other offerings coming from this landmark comic company! This book is now available, so be sure to order yours once you have finished listening to this great interview!
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It’s another great crowdfunding doubleheader, so Wayne talks with Jimmy Broxton from Fully Loaded on Zoop.gg and Ed Jowett with Grace Under Pressure on Kickstarter, this week in Episode 632!
Everything kicks off with Jimmy Broxton, who has a Zoop.gg project underway for his Fully Loaded graphic novel! Here’s how that 100-page softcover book is described: “Blade Runner meets Sin City in a Neo-noir, Cyberpunk crime thriller. Art to die for, a story to kill for, and a shattering finale you wouldn’t see coming in a 100 years.” We discuss who Carson Blake is, what is going on around him, and what else is coming from Jimmy soon! Be sure you back this project before it concludes on Friday, March 22!
Then everything concludes with Ed Jowett’s return to the podcast as we talk about what’s the latest happenings with SOV Comics, including his present Kickstarter for Grace Under Pressure! This crowdfunding project is described this way: “The world as we know it ended a century ago. Civilization crumbled and zombie-like “Infected” roam everywhere. It’s a daily struggle for the Humans that are still alive. Join Grace, Jessica, and Clint as they try to survive the wildlands of Gaia. As people fight over what little resources exist, they try to grab whatever they can while they still survive!” We look into who the characters are, how this works with Shades of Vengeance’s other projects, and what else is coming from them in the months ahead! This Kickstarter will conclude on Sunday, March 24, at 5:00 p.m. EDT, so be sure to get behind this project once you have finished listening to this great interview!
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We celebrate Women’s History Month through interviews with Galaxy Gal creator Jay Magnum and Geek-Girl creator Sam Johnson this week in Episode 631!
First up is the return of Jay Magnum, who discusses his current Kickstarter for Galaxy Gal #1! Here’s how that book is described: “Join us as Commander Gal Gallant, plucky heroine of the intrepid Galaxy Patrol, faces off against her arch-nemesis, the dastardly, planet-destroying Doctor Deathbeam, across two future timelines (a fun ‘retro’ timeline, and a sleek ’modern’ timeline!) in this satirical, cheeky romp through the universe!” We discuss who Galaxy Gal is, her supporting cast, and what else is coming from Jay’s Astral graphic novel universe! Be sure you back this project before it concludes on Thursday, March 21, at 10:00 p.m. ET!
Then everything wraps up with Sam Johnson’s return to the podcast as we talk about what’s the latest happenings with Geek-Girl, including his present Kickstarter for Geek-Girl: Identity Crisis! The crowdfunding project is described this way: “Super-heroes meets mean girls plus weirdness in the Geek-Girl ongoing series!” Sam talks about what’s going on with Geek-Girl and updates us on what else is coming from Sam in the months ahead! This Kickstarter will conclude on Monday, April 1, at 12:00 a.m. EDT, so be sure to back this project once you have finished listening to this great interview!
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Time for another excellent Kickstarter double-header this week in Episode #630 this week. First up is Invader Comics Editor-in-Chief Mike Perkins and Still creator Eli Powell. Then it’s the return of MechaTon creators Dalton Shannon and Wells Thompson!
Mike introduces us to Invader Comics, an upcoming company that’s taking on the comics industry by storm! Then we discuss Still, a new graphic novel with Eli, the book’s creator. This book is being funded right now on Kickstarter. It’s described this way: “The follow up to Eli’s brutal book, Ravage. Still tells a tale of loneliness, fear, and redemption.” We talk about how Eli and Mike worked together to make this book happen, who the characters are, how the art was created, and what else we can expect from Eli and Invader Comics in the months ahead! Be sure to back this project before it concludes on Sunday, March 10!
Then everything wraps up with my engaging discussion with returning MechaTon creators Wells Thompson and Dalton Shannon. They have a Kickstarter currently underway for the book’s first volume, which is described this way “A slacker, an artist, and a witch discover an alien glove that turns anything it punches into a pilotable mech. 108 completed pages!” We catch up on what these guys are up to, what’s included in this first volume, and what is coming our way in the next few months from Dalton and Wells! This Kickstarter will conclude on Wednesday, March 6, at 12:00 p.m. EST, so be sure to back this project once you have finished listening to this great interview!
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In Episode #629 this week, you’ll enjoy another great double-header! The two entertaining interviews begin with Jerry Carita from The Grizzly Crew #1, then we wrap things up with Tyrone Finch from Ahoy Comics’ upcoming Deadweights!
Jerry’s wonderful book The Grizzly Crew is being funded right now on Kickstarter. It’s described this way: “A crew of pirate bears protects seaside villages from Captain Wolfheart and a fleet of evil scalawags!” We talk about the very important role Jerry’s son Harlan plays in the making of this comic, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Jerry in the months ahead! Be sure to back this project before it concludes on Wednesday, February 28, at 9:59 a.m. EST!
Then everything wraps up with my engaging discussion with creator Tyrone Finch from Ahoy Comics’ Deadweights, which is described as “a buddy comedy about two unlucky henchmen trying to make their way in the world.” We discuss who the characters are, what we might expect from this excellent miniseries, and what Tyrone has headed our way in the coming months! The first issue of this book will land in stores on April 10, so be sure to let your local comics shop know you want this added to your pull list right away!
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This week, it’s another great double-header in Episode #628! The two fun interviews begin with cartoonist Bob Fingerman from That’s Some Business You’re In, then wrap up with Matt Knowles and Steph Cannon from Insymmetry Creations!
Bob’s terrific book That’s Some Business You’re In is being funded right now on Zoop.gg. It’s described this way: “Essential for any fan of Bob Fingerman’s work, this career memoir details his 40 years of toiling in comics and boasts a huge amount of art, much of which is presented for the first time and scanned from the originals.” We talk about much of his career, including how he started as well as what he’s up to these days. Be sure to back this project before it concludes on Friday, March 1!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with another engaging discussion with Matt Knowles and Steph Cannon from Insymmetry Creations! They have a Kickstarter going on right now for Heirs of Isildur: The Perilous Prospects Books 1-3, which is described this way: “Will Mykal Isildur’s return from his supernatural sabbatical be enough to turn the tide on the apocalyptic collapse of Shadow’s Haven?” The project is doing well, but needs your support to be funded by Thursday, February 29, at 9 p.m. EST, so be sure to back it once you finish listening to this episode!
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Episode #604 is a first-ever Zoop.gg doubleheader, featuring interviews with Tony Gregori and William O. Tyler! Everything kicks off with Tony Gregori talking about his special project Porkchop Robot Killer #1! It’s described this way: “Isolated in a dystopic wasteland, … Continue reading →
Episode 603 features the return of Jared Prestwidge!
The last time I spoke with Jared was when he had completed his very first comic, For the Love of the Game! Now he’s releasing Howie the Hellhound, and this mini-series is coming from Scout Comics! Here’s the description: “Satan’s favorite pet, a Hellhound named Howie, escapes the pits of Hell and settles down with a human owner, Louise, in New York City. But when Hell’s forces rise to take back what’s theirs, the pair must find a way to come out on the other side and earn a fresh start at life that they both crave.” I highly recommend this very “human” supernatural adventure, so be sure to let your local comics shop know you want it before the Final Order Cutoff deadline of Monday, September 4, 2023!
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Episode #602 features Wayne’s fun discussion with Frankie B. Washington, one of the creators of Kaijus and Cowboys, which has a Kickstarter campaign coming this week!
Kaijus and Cowboys is described this way: “Matthew Blair (Writer/Co-Creator) and Frankie B. Washington (Artist/Co-Creator) have partnered to launch KAIJUS and COWBOYS, a 22-page SciFi/Western/Monster comic 12-Issue series set on an alien world in a far-off future.” It focuses on a HunterBot tasked with fighting monsters preventing humans from colonizing a planet. We talk about how this series came to be, how successful it has been in crowdfunding, delve into the characters, and talk about how creative the writing and art is in the landmark comic! This crowdfunding campaign is expected to launch on Monday, August 21, so be sure to support it once it begins!Join Me On Facebook At www.facebook.com/WaynesComics
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Creator Tracy Butler is here this week in Episode #601, and she’s talking about her book and animated series called Lackadaisy, now being supported on BackerKit! Lackadaisy is described this way: “Once the pride of St. Louis’ swingin’ Prohibition Era, … Continue reading →
Special Episode #600 features a great conversation with Benjamin Morse from August: Purgatory Underground – Book One! He’s back! One of our favorites here at the podcast—Ben Morse—is talking about his new crowdfunding project after his recent success with We … Continue reading →
Comics creator Wells Thompson is back this week in Episode #599, and he’s talking about his new book with Rachel Distler called The Catskin and the Rose, now being supported on Kickstarter! The Catskin and the Rose is described as … Continue reading →
This week in Episode #598, comics scribe and editor Eric Palicki returns to talk about the second mini-series of Black’s Myth, the acclaimed punk rock horror book! The second issue of Black’s Myth: The Key to His Heart has just … Continue reading →
This week’s show, Episode #597, features a fun interview with Paul Cornell! It’s the return of creator Paul Cornell, who has a new comic called Con & On, and the premier installment of this five-issue mini-series has just been released … Continue reading →
Ed Brisson returns to the podcast this week in Episode #596, and we discuss his upcoming Marvel’s Alpha Flight mini-series as well as his current DC title Batman Incorporated! Ed is a comic book writer who first started to garner … Continue reading →
This week in Episode #595, you’ll enjoy the return of Caleb Palmquist talking about his crowdfunding for Unicorn: Vampire Hunter: Volume 1! Caleb has a Kickstarter underway for the first collected volume for Unicorn: Vampire Hunter. It’s described this way: … Continue reading →
James Aquilone, accomplished horror writer/editor, returns to the Wayne’s Comics Podcast in Episode #594! Wayne has a great conversation this week with James, a favorite here at the podcast! He’s crowdfunding his latest project on Kickstarter for the Dead Detectives … Continue reading →
Episode #593 of the Wayne’s Comics Podcast features creator/writer Alexander Banchitta, who discusses his two latest releases! There are some comics creators who are just a pleasure to talk with, and this week in Episode 593, you’ll hear my fun … Continue reading →
Jorge Molina, an illustrator and concept artist who is a creative force in the comics industry, talks with Wayne in Episode #592 of the Wayne’s Comics Podcast! Molina is crowdfunding an exclusive hardcover art book called ZURDO: The Art of … Continue reading →
This week Wayne talks with Bill Slavin of Secrets of Jarrow from Renegade Entertainment, in Episode #591 of the Wayne’s Comics Podcast! Slavin, who has won more than 30 illustration awards during his long career, has created Secrets of Jarrow, … Continue reading →
Jason Copland from Full Tilt at Zoop.gg is the guest this week in Episode #590 of the Wayne’s Comics Podcast! Copland, known for this work for Marvel, Image, Dark Horse, IDW, and others, has recently been focusing on Full Tilt, … Continue reading →
Episode #589 has interviews with Wells Thompson/Dalton Shannon and Sage Coffey!
Wells and Dalton are back, this time with their Kickstarter for Depths: Book One! It’s described this way: “Depths: Book One is a 112-page graphic novel about grief, depression, and the strength it takes to carry on. It’s a story about overcoming impossible odds when even taking a single step seems overwhelming. It’s the story that made us want to make comics.” We discuss what made this very personal tale happen, who the characters are, and what else they are working on! This project will be funded if it reaches its goal by Wednesday, May 31, at 7:15 p.m. EDT, so support it today!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with Sage Coffey, who is crowdfunding Wine Ghost Goes to Hell on BacketKit. It’s described this way: “When Wine Ghost was alive, she was an alcohol-soaked train wreck. Now that she’s dead… Well, not all that much has changed. When an old friend from her living days unexpectedly dies, Wine Ghost is faced with a lot more responsibility than she bargained for. She learned the ropes to hell a long time ago but it’s his first rodeo. And, boy, howdy, it’s a wild one.” Best known for their work in The New Yorker, The Nib, The Washington Post and on the GLAAD 2021 nominated video game BUGSNAX, Sage Coffey is a trans nonbinary cartoonist living in Chicago, IL! Be sure to back this excellent project before it concludes on June 1 at 11:00 p.m. EDT!
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Episode #588 is another great doubleheader, featuring interviews with William Simpson and Louis Southard!
William Simpson is an internationally renowned artist known for his work on Judge Dredd, Batman, Transformers, Vamps, and Indiana Jones. He has recently released VMT from Renegade Arts Entertainment, which is described this way: “A tale of blood, monsters, and those that walk amongst them seeking to help us all.” We discuss his career in the comics industry, what “VMT” actually stands for, and what else he’s working on that is not to be missed!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with the return of Louis Southard, who is bringing fans a prequel to his Midnight Western Theatre series subtitled, Witch Trial. It’s described this way: “Before the Woman in Black, there was only Ortensia Thomas: a young girl in a wild west filled with threats both supernatural and all too human. With a new cast of characters and her black-clad destiny looming over her, witness Ortensia like you’ve never seen her before!” Louis updates us on all he’s working on and that you need to let your local comics shop know you want this new series before the Final Order Cutoff date of Thursday, May 18! Word of warning: This book comes from Scout Comics, who I help out behind the scenes!
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Mark A. Nelson and Jeff Ryan are interviewed this week during another great crowdfunding doubleheader in Episode #587!
Mark A. Nelson is a comic industry veteran who has tackled work for just about every publisher in the industry. His book, Thunder Hunters, is now available for support on zoop.gg, which you can support here! It’s described this way: “Artist and adventurer J. V. Holbrook has traversed and recorded the natural history of an uncharted planet. Thunder Hunters is the unique, culminated cross section of his sketches, journal entries, sequential stories, and portraits of inhabitants and the expansive Vermillion Sands region.” We discuss the book and how Mark assembled it, who J. V. Holbrook is, then get into his other great offerings. Be sure to back this excellent project after you listen to this episode!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with Jeff Ryan, who is crowdfunding books about the secret history of Marvel Comics’ Spider-Man and how Carrie Fisher made Princess Leia Star Wars’ rebel hero. We particularly delve into Spider-Man and creators John Romita and John Romita, Jr. Jeff describes the popular Marvel character as “the hero who could be us.” We explore fascinating behind-the-scenes info about the Web Slinger and his creators, including some engaging info about another Romita who saved Marvel! Don’t miss these excellent books about popular comics and sci-fi characters!
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It’s the return of two favorites this week! Mark Russell and David Whalen are back in two great crowdfunding interviews in Episode #586!
Creator Mark Russell is back, and he’s talking about his very first Kickstarter, and it’s for bunkbed mishaps! It’s described as “a book of cartoons by Mark Russell.” We discuss the book and how Mark put it together, then get into his comics including My Bad, Billionaire Island, Second Coming, and other great offerings. Be sure to back his Kickstarter after you listen to our fun conversation!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with David Whalen from The Offspring and Evolution: Utero, two excellent and unique Indie comics! We delve into The Offspring, whichis described this way: “Three friends coming to terms with their shared troubled past and emerging strange new powers investigate the sudden widespread disappearance of children all over the country.” David updates us on the latest Offspring news! To order The Offspring, go to this link on Amazon.com!
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This week in Episode #585, you’ll enjoy great crowdfunding doubleheader interviews, and it features Zach Howard and the return of Caleb Palmquist!
It all begins with Zach Howard from Image Comics’ Moonshine Bigfoot, and his Kickstarter for this project will conclude on Saturday, April 29, at 10:37 p.m. EDT! It’s described this way: “a universal tale of growing up, escaping your comfort zone, and becoming the best version of yourself you can be.” We discuss a few of his previous works, who the various characters are, how the book came to be, and what we can expect from this four-issue series and Zach in the future! Be sure to back it after you listen to our fun conversation!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with Caleb Palmquist, who has a Kickstarter underway for “The Knight and the Lion: A Swords of Arthur Story.” It’s described this way: “A fresh take on a classic Arthurian legend from the creator of Unicorn: Vampire Hunter.” Caleb updates us on how his various projects are moving forward, who the various characters in this book are, and what we can expect from him in the months ahead! Don’t wait to back this exceptional project!
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In Episode #584 this week, Ron Marz returns with an update on Resolution!
Comics pro Ron Marz is back, and he’s talking about his project being supported on zoop.gg called Resolution, which you can again back here at this link! Here’s how the book is described: “A legendary member of an outer-space corps of heroes has withdrawn to a remote world in solitude. But her past catches up to her as former comrades arrive to convince her to come back and bring a former arch-nemesis to justice. RESOLUTION is an epic new tale by the masters of cosmic storytelling, presented as an oversized hardcover graphic novel.” We talk about zoop.gg as well as other projects Ron is working on, so you’ll enjoy all he has to say!
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In Episode #583 this week, I talk with Jeff Haas from The End of All: Terminus!
Jeff has a Kickstarter project for Terminus that will end this week, so be sure to support it after listening to this fun interview! It’s described this way: It’s “an apocalyptic, science-fiction epic about the last seven species in the universe aboard the spaceship, Terminus.” We discuss how this book came to be, who the characters from the different species are, and what we will see from him in the future! Don’t miss it!
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Matt D. Wilson from Impostor Syndicate on Zoop.gg is the guest this week in Episode #582!
Matt’s crowdfunding project on zoop.gg will wrap up soon, so be sure to support him! It’s described this way: “What happens when a supervillain dies on the job, or just gets too old for this and retires? Well, somebody’s gotta step up and put on the mask. And actors have to work, don’t they?” We discuss who the characters are, how this book came to be, and what we can expect from him in the future! Be sure to listen to this fun interview and back his great book today!
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This week in Episode #581, you’ll enjoy high-octane doubleheader interviews, and it features the return of both Dennis Culver and Madeleine Holly–Rosing!
It all begins with Dennis Culver from DC’s Unstoppable Doom Patrol, and their debut issue will be released this week! It’s described this way: “Saving the world by saving the monsters!” We discuss who the various characters are, how the book came to be, and what we can expect from this mini-series in the future! Be sure to let your local comics shop know you want to buy this book!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with Madeleine Holly-Rosing, who has a Kickstarter underway for Boston Metaphysical Society: Mystery at Pikes Peak #1-2 until Friday, March 31, at 2:10 PM EDT. It’s described this way: “Fleeing arrest, the team arrives at Tesla’s Experimental Station to face a dangerous turn in Caitlin’s abilities and a murder plot.” Madeleine updates us on how her various projects are moving forward, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from her in the months ahead! Don’t miss it!
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It’s a great crowdfunding doubleheader week here during Episode #580, and it features the return of Dalton Shannon and Sam Johnson!
Everything kicks off with Dalton Shannon, who has a Kickstarter underway with Wells Thompson for their MechaTon series that will conclude Wednesday, March 22, at 7:15 PM EDT. It’s described this way: “A slacker, an artist, and a witch discover an alien glove that turns anything it punches into a pilotable mech. The full first arc!” We discuss who the various characters are, how the book came to be, and what we can expect from this creative pairing in the future! A word of warning—I do help out with Scout Comics, who will publish this series, so be sure to keep that in mind!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with Sam Johnson, who catches us up on Geek-Girl and Cabra Cini Voodoo Junkie Hitwoman! He has a Kickstarter underway for Cabra Cini until Saturday, April 1, at 12:00 AM EDT. It’s described this way: “Take Jessica Jones, Deadpool, and Doom Patrol and blend them – and you get supernatural gun-for-hire, Cabra Cini!” Sam updates us on how his various projects are progressing, how this unique series came to be, and what we can expect from him in the months ahead!
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Episode #579 features a great conversation with Benjamin Morse from We Are Scarlet Twilight #4!
Ben writes, pencils, inks, and colors the entire We Are Scarlet Twilight series! You can order the fourth (and next) in the initial series or you can purchase the hardcover collection at zoop.gg! Here’s the description: “If you’re a fan of Buck Rogers and Flash Gordon serials, Fleischer Bros Superman cartoons, Golden Age comics, or old school horror and crime stories, We Are Scarlet Twilight is made for you! it’s the next chapter of the thrilling cyberpulp adventure, along with the exclusive collection of all four epic issues into a deluxe hardcover with 20+ pages of extra material!” We discuss who the various characters are as well as what the future holds for this engaging franchise! Don’t miss this fun discussion and how you can join in!
Claire Napier is the guest this week in Episode #578!
Veteran indie cartoonist, writer, artist, and editor Claire Napier discusses her book The Magic Necklace this week! It’s described this way: “A new one-shot comic, The Magic Necklace is an ADULT ONLY (18+) horny horror romance story about sexual danger, desire, relying on men, and bargains we make with ourselves and others.” Claire and I discuss how this book came to be, the way comics today are helping to discuss gender roles, and what we can expect from her in the future! Go to Zoop.gg and support this excellent comic today!
Episode 577 features my great discussion with Ed Jowett!
This week it’s the return of Ed Jowett from Shades of Vengeance, who fills us in on his current Kickstarter for OCCUPIED: A Superhero Short – a story of heroes fighting for their occupied city! This crowdfunding project follows two heroes (Drift and Snake) trying to defend a city which has been taken over by an ancient being of immense power! Based on the Era: The Empowered universe and characters! Ed also updates us on what else is coming soon from SOV! For more on SOV, go to their website here!
Episode #576 features a fun conversation with Cam Kerkau from Gilgamesh: Eternal #1-2!
Cam is an editor and writer who’s love of comic script writing began at an early age and has developed into a career as a managing editor at Source Point Press, where he has worked with Cullen Bunn and other excellent creators! Gilgamesh is now available here on zoop.gg and is described this way: “The Epic of Gilgamesh is the world’s oldest story, dating back almost five millennia. But Gilgamesh’s dilemma is something that remains relevant to us all today, and always will. How can you live peacefully after you’ve been truly confronted by your own mortality?” We discuss how these two volumes came to be, who the characters are, how Cam found the artist he’s working with, and what he is up to that we will discover soon. The world’s first story continues in the world’s greatest storytelling medium! Become a part of the epic now by supporting Gilgamesh: Eternal #1-2 on Zoop!
It’s a great doubleheader week here during Episode #575, and it features conversations with Steven Kaul and Lyndon Radchenka, and Anthony Stokes!
Everything kicks off with Steven and Lyndon, who have a Kickstarter underway for their The Laundrymen series that will conclude this Friday, March 3, at 1:00 PM EST. It’s described this way: “The Laundrymen is an ongoing comic series about two men who work out of a laundromat and solve supernatural crimes and mysteries. Think of it like Ghostbusters meets X-Files with a splash of Supernatural!” We discuss who the various characters are, how the book came to be, and what we can expect from them in the future!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with Anthony about his terrific book called Intrusive Thoughts, and he has a Kickstarter underway until Thursday, February 23, at 8:00 AM EST. It’s described as “an atmospheric horror comic which deals with themes of loneliness, anxiety, and depression.” When a high school bully pushes a latchkey teenager’s corroding mental state over the edge, Tyler’s mind fractures! We explore who the various characters are, how this series came to be, and what we can expect from him in the months ahead! Thoughts can’t hurt you, right?
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Episode #574 features a great conversation with Jeff Messer from Sex, Spies, & Rock ‘n Roll!
Jeff is a 2019 Eisner Award-nominated writer for the TWOMorrows book Mike Grell, Life is Drawing Without An Eraser. He also became editor-in-chief and co-publisher with Mike Grell’s Masterstroke Studios. Sex, Spies, & Rock ‘n Roll is now available here on zoop.gg and is described this way: “The continuing serialized adventures of ‘The Hitman,’ ‘Cowboy,’ and ‘Gulag-a-go-go’ are combined with new stories with new sex, new spies, and more rock ‘n roll. New artists from around the world (Italy, Brazil, Hong Kong, Indonesia) join the series regulars (from Mexico, Italy, Egypt, and the USA) in these retro-1980s adventures, unfolding the wider tapestry of the Sex, Spies, & Rock ‘N Roll universe of characters!” We discuss how these two volumes came to be, what’s included in these books, and what Jeff is up to that we will discover soon. These comics will help you return to the 1980s when the music was loud and the fashion was louder!
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Kraig Rasmussen from Odds & Ends: Books I and II is the guest this week in Episode #573!
Kraig is a lifelong devotee to the sci-fi genre, He is the writer/artist of “Sojourners,” “Technopolis,” “Furthest Reaches,” and “Epoch,” all self-published under his label Monkeygong. Odds & Ends is now available here on zoop.gg and is described this way: “It’s an overstuffed collection of nearly 20 short stories, compiled from over a decade of experimental science fiction stories, film & TV pitch comics, and unseen personal works.” We discuss how these volumes came to be, what’s included in these books, and what Kraig is up to that we will encounter in the near future. These are fascinating comics that explore sci-fi as seen through the mind and talents of Kraig Rasmussen!
Episode #572 features Wayne’s interview with Paul Allor from Pink Midnight Presents The Butterfly House this week!
Paul is best known for their work on properties including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, GI Joe, and Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (they developed the Death Ranger, a non-binary villain in the Power Ranger universe). We discuss Paul’s newest book, which is being crowdfunded at Zoop.gg, and is something very special! It’s described this way: “The Butterfly House will take you places you will not expect, and leave you pondering its implications long after you’ve reached the last page.” We delve into this deeply personal story for Paul, which is part existential horror story and part allegory for Paul’s own discovery of their gender identity. It’s an engaging comic that will take the reader in a silent descent into one person’s nightmare! Be sure to support it today!
Matt Kindt from Flux House returns in Episode #571 this week!
Matt recently launched an ambitious boutique imprint with Dark Horse called Flux House! It will feature the writing (and sometimes art) of Kindt presented in startling and untraditional ways! We’ve already seen Mind Mgmt: Bootleg, a 4-part mini-series by Kindt and four select artists. Now he’s just released the first issue of Spy Superb, which is described this way: “John Wick meets Wes Anderson in This All-New Mystery-Thriller about a Secret Organization That Developed the Perfect Spy.” We discuss this book as well as what we can expect from Flux House and Kindt in the coming months, so don’t miss it!
In Episode 570, Wayne has a great conversation with Phoebe Xavier, the co-founder and editor-in-chief of 1-2-3 Go Publications!
Phoebe is the creator of Trouble as well as one of the creators of the 13th Moon anthology series! Trouble #1 is described this way: “Retired SOLCorps Marine Tamika “Trouble” Kennedy thought Straylight Beach would be a nice quiet place to settle down. Little did she know she would be called on to stop the erupting crime wave, over, and over.” The first volume of 13th Moon is “seven tales of horror and wonder! A Halloween horror anthology hosted by Mirror, the Time-Bender.” She also has a book coming soon called Superliminal Latency, a collection of 17 short stories in the genre of horror, sci-fi, and thriller. We talk about creating Indie comics and other writings as well as what’s coming from her and 1-2-3 Go Publications, which you can follow here on Facebook! Don’t miss this fun conversation!
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Writer and creator Christian Tropeano from Beyond the Beyond is the perfect guest to launch into 2023 in Episode #569!
Christian’s sci-fi mini-series from Scout Comics is the perfect kick-off to a new year! It’s described this way: “In Beyond the Beyond, we meet Nova Vega, a teenage idealist who resides in a mining colony run by the oppressive Omni Corporation. Instead of entering the mining academy, she’d much rather be out exploring the stars like her parents before her. We also encounter Sirius Vega, Nova’s older brother and guardian, who picks her up after she’s thrown out of class for insubordination. Nova finally enacts her plan to escape the colony and explore the alien world from where her parents never returned.” We talk about the characters in this book, what it was like to create this title, and what we can expect from Christian in the future! Important disclaimer: I do help out Scout Comics behind the scenes, but I didn’t have anything to do with this great comic’s creation! Be sure not to miss this great conversation with an up-and-coming comics talent!
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There’s no better way to wrap up 2022 in Episode 568 than to have a conversation with one of the very best writer/artists in comics today, Phillip Sevy!
He’s the creator of Paradox as well as the artist on The Freeze, Triage, and The House. He’s even reaching new heights now with X-Men Unlimited for Marvel, Phenomenocity, and Kepler, which he co-created for Dark Horse with X-Files star David Duchovny! We catch up with Phillip and his various projects and take a peek into 2023 as well, so don’t miss this fun conversation with a high-octane comics creator! To keep up with his future projects coming our way, you can follow him here on Twitter and here on Instagram!
Be back next week as we kick off 2023!
In Episode 567, it’s the return of Matt Schorr from Moby Dick: Back from the Deep and Flight of the Phantasmadactyls along with a holiday tradition!
Matt and I discuss the Kickstarter he’s running right now for his young readers horror story Flight of the Phantasmadactyls! It’s described as “Thanks to a greedy man unearthing forbidden technology from the past, spectral creatures from another world have crossed over to ours. They’re big. They’re dangerous. And they’re hungry.” Matt’s latest crowdfunding project will conclude on Christmas Day, but he would truly appreciate your support if you haven’t already pledged!
Then everything wraps up with my annual holiday tradition, playing the audio from ‘Twas the Dark Knight Before Christmas! You can see the video at this link!
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It’s another great doubleheader week here during Episode #566, and it features conversations with Austin Hough and I.N.J. Culbard!
Everything kicks off with Austin Hough, who has a Kickstarter underway for his The Masters mini-series that will conclude this Friday, December 16, at 12:01 AM EST. It’s described this way: “The comic book story inspired by some of the most famous artists of the 20th century continues with Issues 2 AND 3!” We discuss who the various characters are, how Austin has been coordinating working with an excellent team of creators, and what we can expect from all of them in the future!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with I.N.J. Culbard about his terrific story from Berger Books/Dark Horse Comics called Salamandre, and it’s available this month in bookstores around the world, just in time for holiday gift giving! It’s described like this: “A uniquely evocative graphic novel about family, loss, and the freedom of art.” It focuses on a bereaved young artist who is seeking to heal his grief in a world of art revolutionaries, espionage, and the Secret Police! We explore who the various people are, how they relate to Ian’s own experiences, and what we can expect from him in the future! Don’t miss it!
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Writer and co-creator B. Clay Moore from The Whistling Skull at Zoop.gg is the guest this week in Episode #565!
An accomplished creator, Clay has written for Marvel, DC, Slave Labor Graphics, Top Cow, Archie, Lion Forge, Devil’s Due, and Viz. The Whistling Skull is described this way: “Originally released as a JSA Liberty Files six-issue series by DC Comics, the story has now been updated, re-establishing it as it was originally envisioned by the creators.” We talk about this out-of-print classic that is being released as a special edition hardcover, who the characters are in this fascinating story, and what else Clay is up to! Be sure not to miss this great conversation!
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Don’t miss this great conversation with Eisner-nominated and award-winning author Ram V this week in Episode #564!
Ram has a terrific run taking place right now in Detective Comics featuring Batman, of course, which we discuss quite a bit. We also talk about his scripting on Swamp Thing, Aquaman, and Justice League Dark as well as his other projects, so it’s an interview that is not to be missed!
This week’s show, #563, is an excellent doubleheader episode, featuring interviews with Alisa Kwitney and Paul Cornell! It all kicks off with Eisner-nominated writer Alisa Kwitney from the terrific Ahoy comic G.I.L.T., and her trade paperback of the first story … Continue reading →
Another great doubleheader episode this week, featuring conversations with Gerald J. Jones and Edmund Trueman in Episode #562! It all kicks off with the return of Gerald J. Jones from Driver.Eight! His Kickstarter is supporting this third episode in the series, so be … Continue reading →
Episode #561 is a crowdfunding tripleheader, with JM DeMatteis, Matt Lesniewski, and Insymmetry Creations! It all kicks off with comics legend JM DeMatteis, and he’s got a Kickstarter underway for his new “DeMultiverse!” He has FOUR new titles to support, … Continue reading →
Christopher Michael and George Michail are the featured guests this week in Episode #560! Chris has a Kickstarter crowdfunding project underway that will conclude on November 11! CRIT is described this way: “Based on a D&D campaign, CRIT is a … Continue reading →
Jeff Eyser from the ‘Revenge Of’ comics shop in L.A. is the guest during Episode #559! ‘Revenge Of’ is an LGBTQ+-owned comic book store located in Los Angeles, and they focus on the unexpected intersection of comic books, diversity, and … Continue reading →
Episode #558 features conversations with Star Trek creators during the recent New York Comic Con! First up is the return of JK Woodward, and he’s followed by Lower Decks illustrator Chris Fenoglio. Then it’s Sean Von Gorman before everything wraps … Continue reading →
Episode #557 has a fun interview with Dalton K. Shannon and Wells Thompson from Four Colour Comics! They have a Kickstarter underway for Frankenstein the Unconquered that will conclude on October 19! The comic is described this way: “Frankenstein’s monster … Continue reading →
Mike Clarke and Jay Magnum are featured this week in Episode #556! Mike has a Zoop crowdfunding project underway that will conclude on October 7! Rivals is described this way: “In a savage post-apocalyptic world where the gun has been … Continue reading →
Special Episode #555 features the return of Lynsey G. and Jayel Draco from Oneshi Press! They have a Kickstarter underway that will conclude on October 6! Mr. Guy: Zombie Hunter is described this way: “This half-goblin halfwit’s gotta save the … Continue reading →
Episode #554 is a great doubleheader featuring interviews with Tom Pinchuk from Clash of the Classics and Nandor Shaffer from Man-Child! Tom is the creator of Remember Any Xenon? and has a new series debuting called Clash of the Classics! … Continue reading →
It’s the return of Dave Chisholm from Enter the Blue via Z2 Comics in Episode #553 this week! Dave brings us his unique blending of comics and music once again in Enter the Blue, which is being released very soon! … Continue reading →
It’s the return of Jonathan Hedrick this week in Episode #552! Jonathan is the creator of many great comics, including The Recount, the Freakshow franchise, Space Cadet, Quicksand, and his current Capabale #5 Kickstarter which you can support here! The … Continue reading →
Jeff Zanelotti from Zed Comics Original is interviewed in Episode #551 this week! Jeff wears all the hats in Accidental Renegades, and his Kickstarter which you can support here funded in just 11 days! This comic is described this way: … Continue reading →
In-demand Marvel and DC cover artist Dan Panosian stars in special Episode #550! Dan has a Zoop.gg project underway that will conclude on Thursday, August 25! The book is described this way: “A 8 ½” X 11” 116-page hardcover featuring … Continue reading →
Episode #549 features a fun interview with Garrett Gunn from Good Boy via Source Point Press! Garrett has recently been promoting his successful series of books at comic conventions, and they are preparing to release his second collected edition! The … Continue reading →
Paul Cornell & Steve Yeowell from Three Little Wishes and Caleb Palmquist from Unicorn: Vampire Hunter are featured in Episode #548 this week! First up is Paul Cornell and Steve Yeowell, accomplished creators who have just released Three Little Wishes … Continue reading →
It’s the return of Gerald J. Jones from Limitless Comics in Episode #547! Jerry has a Kickstarter underway for his latest three-issue comics mini-series, which is called Mrs. Vengeance: Broken Pavement. You can support it now at this link. The … Continue reading →
Episode #546 features a great interview with Sam Willis from Rave Comics! Sam Willis is the co-creator of Rave Comics, and he has a Kickstarter going on Rave Comics #1-5, which you can support at this link. The book is … Continue reading →
John Hervey from Beyond Comics is featured in Episode #545! John Hervey from Black Tiger: Hidden Dragon and Magna: The Last Pantheon has an IndieGoGo project going on now for the latest chapter in this successful franchise as well as his new … Continue reading →
James Aquilone from the Shakespeare Unleashed Kickstarter is Wayne’s guest in Episode 544! “Alas! Wicked stories & sonnets based on the Bard’s work by Joe Lansdale, Ian Doescher, Cullen Bunn, Seanan McGuire, and Jonathan Maberry.” Shakespeare Unleashed, edited by James Aquilone and … Continue reading →
Episode #543 features a great interview with Chris Ryall from Groom Lake: Grey Skies Above, which you can now support on Zoop.gg! Groom Lake: Grey Skies Above is described this way: “From Syzygy Publishing! Groom Lake, featuring lovably inscrutable grey … Continue reading →
Chris Stevens from The Golem of Venice Beach and Matt Kindt from Flux House are featured in Episode #542 this week! First up is Chris Stevens, the multiple Eisner award-winning editor with a fascinating Kickstarter project called The Golem of … Continue reading →
Episode #541 features two great interviews—Curtis Clow and Alexander Banchitta! First up is Curtis Clow, creator of many great comics such as Beastlands and Slightly Exaggerated! We discuss both of these books as well as what else Curtis is up … Continue reading →
Pulitzer Prize finalist Matt Bors and acclaimed filmmaker Ben Clarkson discuss their new title Justice Warriors from Ahoy Comics this week in Episode 540! Justice Warriors #1 is described as “the buddy-cop parody we all need right now. It’s a … Continue reading →
Episode 539 features the return of Dave Romeo, the owner and operator of Comics on the Green, one of the very best comics shops I’ve ever found! Dave is both a retailer and a fan, so he can talk knowledgably … Continue reading →
This week in Episode 538, Wayne talks with Phillip Maira from Purple Eyes and Crackle! Phillip has a Kickstarter for Purple Eyes now underway at this link! It’s described this way: “What would you do with only 73 min left … Continue reading →
Episode 537 features Samuel Sattin, one of the creative forces behind UNICO: AWAKENING, a re-imagining of the classic manga. Samuel has a Kickstarter underway for this book, which is described this way: “Osamu Tezuka’s Unico re-imagined, featuring prints by Akira … Continue reading →
It’s the return of Marvin Wynn from The Edge in this week’s show, Episode 536! His latest Kickstarter is now underway at this link! It’s described this way: Over 130 pages of infectious adventure taking you to The Edge and beyond! Marvin and I … Continue reading →
He’s back! Sam Johnson from Geek-Girl and Cabra Cini Voodoo Junkie Hitwoman is the guest in Episode 535! Sam has a Kickstarter underway for Cabra Cini Voodoo Junkie Hitwoman, and it’s described this way: “Take Jessica Jones,Deadpool and Doom Patrol, … Continue reading →
Episode 534 features writer/creator Laurie Calcaterra from Path of the Pale Rider, now on Kickstarter! Path of the Pale Rider is a brand new Western Apocalypse comic series! “If you like Mad Max, Fall Out, or I Am Legend, this is for … Continue reading →
Eisner-nominated creator Ibrahim Moustafa from RetroActive and Count is Wayne’s guest in Episode 533. Coming from Humanoids are Ibrahim’s latest books, and that includes RetroActive (a sci-fi tale about an agent working for the U.S. Bureau of Temporal Affairs who … Continue reading →
In Episode 532, it’s the return of David F. Walker from Imposter Syndrome. David has a Zoop.gg project that’s sure to touch many of us called Imposter Syndrome. It’s described as “a 100-page collection of six short comics, one prose … Continue reading →
This week in Episode 531, Alek Shrader from Carmen: The Graphic Novel on Kickstarter is Wayne’s guest! Alek is a tenor and director working with the Arizona Opera to bring this popular classic opera to the comics page! He has … Continue reading →
Eisner-nominated writer Nate Cosby from Alter Ego is featured this week in Episode 530! Nate and I discuss the Kickstarter he’s running right now for Alter Ego, and it’s described as “What if ONE man was TWO superheroes? An action-packed … Continue reading →
In Episode 529, it’s the return of Matt Schorr from Moby Dick: Back from the Deep. Matt and I discuss the Kickstarter he’s running right now for the fifth and final chapter in the series, and it’s described as “The … Continue reading →
Caleb Thusat is back in Episode 528, and he’s talking about his new Kickstarter for The Neverland #1! In Episode 528, it’s the return of Caleb Thusat, who is crowdfunding his latest comic, The Neverland! It’s described this way: “In the midst of a … Continue reading →
In Episode #527, Wayne talks with the creators of Dead Dreams: The Lucid Chronicles #1, Brittany Matter and Dailen Ogden! Their crowdfunding is on zoop.gg at this link: Dead Dreams: The Lucid Chronicles #1 – Zoop! Brittany is probably best … Continue reading →
Wayne has a fun conversation with Mignolaverse writer Rob Williams from Sword of Hyperborea in Episode 526! Rob talks about further exploring Mike Mignola’s comics universe in this new miniseries from Dark Horse Comics. It’s described this way: “Hellboy creator Mike … Continue reading →
Landmark episode #525 features two great interviews—Jason Inman and Simon Birks!
First up is Jason Inman, popular podcaster and comics creator! He has an already successful Kickstarter underway for Super Best Friend #1-2, which is described this way: “The live-streamer sidekick of the world’s greatest superhero must protect his best friend’s secret identity! A 44-page original comic!” We talk about how the comic came to be, who the various characters are, what inspired them, and what else Jason is up to! His Kickstarter will conclude on Thursday, March 3, at 9:56 am ET, so be sure to get on board after listening to this episode!
Then everything wraps up with my great conversation with Simon Birks, who has a Kickstarter going on for Clodagh 1 & 2, which is described as “a dark and disturbing journey of jealousy and evil, set in a world halfway between Game of Thrones and Scott Snyder’s Wytches.” We discuss the characters, how the series came to be, and what else is up at Blue Fox Comics! This Kickstarter will conclude this Tuesday, March 1, at 12:03 pm ET, so don’t delay—support them today!
It’s Episode 524 of the Wayne’s Comics Podcast, and this week Wayne talks with Caleb Palmquist from Vampire Detective in Space!
Episode 524 features the return of Caleb Palmquist, who has an already successful Kickstarter project going on now for Vampire Detective in Space #1, which you can support at this link! We get an update on his high-octane franchises, including what we might expect from the characters as well as what surprises await them! Once you’ve listened to this episode, be sure to back this wonderful project!
Episode 523 features Wayne’s conversation with Warwick Johnson-Cadwell of Falconspeare from Dark Horse!
Further exploring the universe developed by Mike Mignola, Warwick’s title is described this way: “Evil lurks among dark shadows and in many forms. The vampire, the werewolf, monsters of all kinds,” said Johnson-Cadwell. “We need a particular kind of hero to thwart these evils, and Professor J.T. Meinhardt, Mr. Knox, and Ms. Mary Van Sloan are just those heroes. A cryptic correspondence sets them on a mysterious path which will lead them to diabolic danger and grim reality where evil may lie. Diabolic evil is revealed in grim reality, and an ultimate sacrifice is demanded. Their encounters with evil continue.” We discuss this new title, who the characters are, Mignola’s involvement with the book, and what the future holds for Warwick and these characters! Don’t miss it!
James Aquilone from Kolchak the Night Stalker Kickstarter is Wayne’s guest in Episode 522!
“Don’t look now, Baby, but Kolchak’s coming back in style!” It’s the 50th anniversary for Kolchak: The Night Stalker, and James is celebrating by crowdfunding “a full-color Moonstone graphic novel chronicling the life of monster-hunter reporter Carl Kolchak and featuring some of the greatest creators in comics!” We talk about Kolchak and his history as well as projects James is up to, so be sure to listen to this fun conversation and then support James’ Kickstarter! Don’t miss it!
In Episode #521, Wayne talks with Matt Mair Lowery from Thoughtscape Comics #1-2 at zoop.gg, a sci-fi anthology comic!
Matt is a successful sci-fi writer from Lifeformed and other great writings! Thoughtscape Comics is described as “a new sci-fi anthology comic book series in the tradition of 2000 AD, Black Mirror and The Twilight Zone. Each issue is 48+ pages long and features both serialized and self-contained stories written by Matt Mair Lowery and drawn by some of the most compelling artists in indie comics.” This zoop.gg fundraiser will conclude on Wednesday, February 16, but don’t wait! Support it today so we can be sure to get more great science-fiction in comics!
Comics creator and educator Ryan Claytor is Wayne’s special guest in Episode #520, and he’s discussing his Kickstarter for A Hunter’s Tale!
Ryan teaches about comics at Michigan State University, and he has converted a poem his grandfather wrote into a comic, which he’s now supporting on Kickstarter! The book is described this way: It’s “a poem about empathy, presented as 32-page, full-color, comic book. Written by Charles Kermit Claytor with art by Ryan Claytor.” I have a great time talking with Ryan about comics, his courses at MSU, and his other interests, including pinball and helping other comics creators make a living in the industry! His Kickstarter is doing very well, but you can help him reach excellent Stretch Goals at the link above, so be sure to back his project after you’ve listened to his interview!
Episode #519 features the return of accomplished writer and creator Gregg Hurwitz from Knighted, which is coming from AWA Studios!
Hurwitz is a terrific novelist, and his newest book, Dark Horse, is coming soon! We touch on that, but then we go in depth into Knighted, which is described this way: “In this action-packed adventure set in the universe of The Resistance, Gregg Hurwitz (The Dark Knight, Vengeance of Moon Knight), Mark Texeira (Ghost Rider, Wolverine), and Brain Reber (X-Men: Legacy, Spider-Man/Deadpool) introduce a masked vigilante for the 21st Century. Bob Ryder is a hapless bureaucrat whose bad luck streak comes to a crescendo when he accidentally kills the city’s masked vigilante, The Knight. Oops. Now, Bob is forced to take on the mantle of the legendary hero before the city descends into chaos. Good thing he’s got The Knight’s former butler/assistant to show him the ropes.” The third issue just was released, and it’s a great adventure series, so I highly recommend you pick it up… after you listen to my fun interview with Gregg! Don’t miss it!
Ready for a fun and informative conversation? Episode 518 features J. Gonzo from La Mano del Destino, the newest crowdfunding project at zoop.gg!
If you are a fan of Lucha Libre wrestling or even if you’re not, this terrific series will engage and delight you! Here’s how it is described: “In this NEW series that starts off with this ’80-Page Giant’ comic, we see La Mano del Destino grapple with his most insidious opponent yet: the siren call and casual compromise of a glamorous lifestyle beyond his wildest imaginings. An old friend also re-emerges in desperate need of La Mano del Destino’s help, but can he remain focused enough to fulfill the duties of his newfound position while also appeasing the obligations of this new lifestyle? As La Mano’s successes afford him the opportunity to become a very different kind of celebrity, this series will explore both his world AND the one posited on the silver screen.” We delve into how this book came to be, who the characters are, and what we can expect from the second series, coming soon! It’s off to a great start, but you can help it reach its funding goal by going to zoop.gg and backing this project as soon as you listen to this interview! Don’t miss it!
Episode 517 kicks off 2022 with my excellent interview with Manuel Godoy from Black Sands Entertainment, who has a major event coming this Friday!
It’s great to welcome Manuel back to the podcast, and he does indeed have big news to share! This Friday at 8 p.m. ET on ABC, Manuel and his company will appear on Shark Tank, one of their most popular programs! Do they get backing from one or more of the “Sharks?” We’ll have to watch to find out! We also discuss several of the outstanding offerings Black Sands is making available, including Inca, Cosmic Girls, Andika, and Ineola as well as their flagship Black Sands title. We also discuss diversity in comics as well as what the future could hold for their tremendous company! Don’t miss this first-ever appearance on the show by a diverse comics and book company!
We wrap up 2021 in Episode 516 with my great conversation with Jonathan Hedrick from Freakshow Princess and Capable!
Jonathan has a Kickstarter happening right now to support issues #1-3 of Quicksand, so we talk about how these books were created, who the characters are, and what Jonathan has coming! Here’s how Quicksand is described: “A mysterious hole forms in the Egyptian desert. Horrific creatures come pouring out of the fissure and attack nearby citizens. Soon after, they retreat into the crevice from which they came. Specialists from all over the world gather to make sense of this unfathomable encounter. It is decided to form Canary One, a team of elite experts from different nations who are sent down into the strange aperture. Their mission is to conduct research, explore, and discover where these otherworldly beasts came from. But the crew of brave men and women never return.” Be sure to support this high-power project as soon as you listen to this episode!
Happy Holidays! It’s time for another special episode at the Wayne’s Comics Podcast, with a fun conversation and my yearly holiday tradition!
First up is my great discussion with Lee Durfey-Lavoie, the co-creator of Just Roll With It, which is described this way: “Starting middle school is hard enough when you don’t know anyone; it’s even harder when you’re shy.As long as Maggie rolls the right number, nothing can go wrong…right? This touching middle-grade graphic novel explores the complexity of anxiety, OCD, and learning to trust yourself and the world around you.” We talk about Maggie and the other characters in the book, how this graphic novel came to be, and what we can expect from Lee and his partner in the future! I highly recommend this optimistic book for comic fans or for anyone who loves realistic, uplifting storytelling!
Then everything wraps up with my annual holiday tradition, playing the audio from ‘Twas the Dark Knight Before Christmas! You can see the video at this link!
Don’t miss next week’s episode as we wrap up 2021 with another terrific conversation with another great comics professional!
This week in Episode 514, Wayne talks with creator Karla Nappi about Duplicant, which recently wrapped up another successful Kickstarter!
Karla brings her TV experience to comics, and Duplicant is described this way: A pulse-pounding sci-fi mystery about a scientist who becomes a victim of his own technology. We discuss this book including the characters and the art, and we even delve into that recent Kickstarter campaign as well as what the future holds for this gripping comics series! Don’t miss it!
It’s time for another fun crowdfunding conversation this week in Episode 513, and it features Marco Lopez from The Nightcrawlers at Zoop.gg!
Marco is one of the creators of this YA adventure series, and it is described this way: From ABLAZE PUBLISHING comes a new all-ages supernatural adventure comic about a group of supernatural kid detectives, by Eisner Award winning writer Marco Lopez and artist on the rise Rachel Distler. For fans of: Goosebumps, The Goonies, Monster Squad, Steven Spielberg films, Don Bluth animated films. We discuss this series in depth as well as the Zoop.gg fundraising campaign, so be sure to listen to our discussion, then support this excellent series of books!
In Episode 510, it’s the return of Madeleine Holly-Rosing, the writer/creator of the successful steampunk supernatural series Boston Metaphysical Society! She is taking her “Society” to new heights, and that includes a high-power Kickstarter project going on right now for “The Ghost Ship!” It’s already into stretch goals, but be sure not to wait to support this excellent comic franchise! During our discussion, Madeleine talks about how you can catch up with comics and other venues the Society has explored, including their new audio drama, and what the future might hold for this great team of an ex-Pinkerton detective, a spirit photographer, and a genius scientist who battle supernatural forces in late 1800’s Boston. Don’t miss it!