Wayne's Comics Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Each week, Wayne Hall interviews comic book writers, artists, editors, and others about comic book projects they are working on.
This week, Wayne talks with creator Doug Wagner about the Kickstarter for I Love Apocalyptic Zombie Misfits in Episode 757!
Doug, Daniel Hillyard, and Clover Press have a Kickstarter coming soon to support I Love Apocalyptic Zombie Misfits, so we discuss about how this one-shot book was created, who the characters are, and what else Doug has coming soon! Here's how I Love Apocalyptic Zombie Misfits is described: "PLASTIC and NARCO creators Doug Wagner and Daniel Hillyard bring you a new dark comedic horror story with a supernatural twist." This project launches in the next day or so, so be sure to sign up now to receive notifications about this book and also support this surprising and high-octane project as soon as it begins!
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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 Master's 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 meet 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 its 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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It'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 746, it's the return of C. E. Massari! He has a new project coming soon called The Mafia Vs. The Klan!
This new graphic novel will launch on Kickstarter in September 2026 as a premier title in Source Point Press' relaunch. The book is described this way: "Inspired by real-life events experienced by Massari's own grandfather, the 120-page original graphic novel (OGN) is described as 'John Wick meets The Godfather.' It tells a gritty, high-stakes story of justice and vengeance that resonates with historical weight and cinematic intensity." We discuss this fascinating story, including how it came to be and examine the characters! Sign up to receive the latest info from his Kickstarter at this link! You can follow this creator to get the latest news on Substack by going to this link. Don't miss this terrific interview with one of the creators of Six Swords and other excellent comics storytelling!
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We have a very special guest in Episode 745! It's Mark Russell from Ahoy Comics' Billionaire Island and Second Coming!
The first-ever Ahoy Comics Kickstarter will launch soon, and it will focus on Mark's new tale The Forgotten Divine. Russ Braun from The Boys is providing the art. The book is described this way: "His sleep haunted by images of a faraway planet, unhoused veteran Rodney Coleman drifts into establishing a UFO cult with others plagued by dreams of the same world. The group's shared effort to understand, heartfelt at first, descends over time into unreality, conspiracy, paranoia, violence, and conceivably . . . revelation." We explore this fascinating story, including talking about the characters and what this all means! We also discuss his recent collected edition for Traveling to Mars, so I'm sure you're going to enjoy what Mark has to say!
You can still sign up to be notified when The Forgotten Divine launches by going to this link. Don't miss this insightful and fun interview with one of the industry's most talked-about creators!
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James Aquilone, accomplished horror writer/editor, returns to the Wayne's Comics Podcast in Episode #744!
Wayne has a great conversation this week with James, a favorite here at the podcast! On May 19, Monstrous Books will be releasing the first-ever Creepshow prose collection inspired by the hit Shudder series! It's described this way: "Creepshow: 13 Tales of Terror is a macabre celebration of the series' legacy — twisting morality tales of terror, justice, and cosmic retribution, told through the Creep's ghoulish grin." We discuss how this book is coming to be, who has created the various contributions, and what we can expect from James and Monstrous Books in the months ahead! This story collection will be available as an ebook, paperback, and hardcover on May 19, 2026, wherever books are sold, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, and local independent retailers. The Creep invites you to turn the page... if you dare.
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In Episode #743, Aaron Cohen from Schticks & Stones Holiday Special is the guest this week!
Aaron Cohen is a writer and festival award-winning filmmaker who, with other creators, is celebrating Jewish culture and heritage with the Schticks & Stones Holiday Special! This one-shot is described as "A 28-page riotous romp through three Jewish holiday mysteries—Purim, Passover, and Hanukkah—that would make even your bubbe plotz!" The Kickstarter concludes this Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 6:02 a.m. ET, and it is truly worthy of your support! Be sure to back their Kickstarter here! Be sure you listen to what Aaron has to say!
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In Episode #742, it's the return of excellent publisher Mike Kennedy, the main force behind Magnetic Press!
Mike Kennedy from Magnetic Press, one of my very favorite comics producers! Mike talks about their eclectic comics offerings, including Klaw and Waluk by Emilio Ruiz and Ana Miralles! His current Kickstarter is for Silent Jenny, which is described as "A haunting story of dystopian melancholy and visual grandeur from the author of SHANGRI-LA and CARBON & SILICON." It concludes this Friday, May 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET, and it is so very worthy of your support! Be sure to check out their online catalog here! Be sure you don't miss what Mike has to say!
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Greg Weisman is an American writer, producer, novelist, and voice actor best known for creating the animated series Gargoyles, co-developing The Spectacular Spider-Man, and producing Young Justice, is the guest this week in Episode #741! We focus particularly on Gargoyles this time, a favorite of mine in both comics and animation!
Greg has brought many other comic book stories to life, including the Gargoyles meeting the Fantastic Four in New York City. We talk about how Gargoyles came to be, who the characters are, and what the future might hold for these heroes of the night. If you enjoy excellent storytelling and compelling characters, be sure to pick up any comic that has his name on it, just like I do!
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Ven Adams, the guitarist, creative director, and co-founder of the musical band Fangbanger, is the guest this week in Episode #740! She's bringing an anthology, 120-page comic version of their album Superposition to fans around the world via her zoop.gg crowdfunding project.
Ven and the rest of the band blend music and visual storytelling into a singular, immersive aesthetic. The group's work has always drawn on comic and manga influences, shaping their visuals, stage design, and narrative-driven projects. Here's how the book is described: "Superposition was the band's first and only album, and this anthology gives its themes a second life through visual storytelling. Rather than focusing only on loss, the project is about growth, memory, and the strange, beautiful process of becoming someone new after everything changes. Supporting this campaign helps turn the music into something tangible and lasting—a book that carries those emotions forward." We talk about the band, including how it was formed, how the album was brought together, and what Ven is looking forward to doing in the months and years ahead. You can support Ven and this book by going to this link, and this crowdfunder will conclude on or around Thursday, April 30. Don't miss this fascinating conversation exploring the relationship between comic books and music!
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Luke McGarry is an illustrator, cartoonist, animator and designer from Manchester, UK, now based in Los Angeles. He created the minor internet phenomenon Sad Chewie, as well as a number of animations and music videos. Here's the book's description: "Featuring his takes on everything from pop culture to politics, spanning early gags to new, never-before-seen exclusives, Weird Hill to Die On showcases Luke at his funniest, most outrageous best." We discuss how this book came to be, explore the various stories, and talk about what else Luke has coming in the months ahead! You can support Luke and his book by going to this link, and this crowdfunder will conclude on or around Monday, April 27. Don't miss this fun conversation and what Luke has coming our way in the months ahead!
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Ben is a writer and editor of prose and comics, and he tells stories of finding hope and community in a harsh and challenging world. He has a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign underway for Scattered Futures, a 32-page comic with three full-color science-fiction stories of human connection in a harsh and fractured universe. This new comic book is described this way: "In a universe of dehumanizing systems, uncaring corporations, and ceaseless, unrewarded labor, these are tales of hope, found family, and shared humanity. The only better future is the one we build for ourselves." We talk about how this book came to be, explore the various stories, and how Ben hopes to shed a small ray of light and hope for his readers! You can support Ben and his one-shot by going to this link, and this Kickstarter will conclude on Saturday, April 5, at 12:00 a.m. ET. Don't miss this fun conversation and what Ben has coming our way in the months ahead!
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This week in Episode #737, Wayne talks with creator Carmen Costa from the current Kickstarter campaign for the sixth and final issue of his Proctor comic!
Carmen is a writer and educator from the Philadelphia/Southern New Jersey area. He has been crowdfunding for the Proctor series since early 2024. This new comic series is described this way: "The truth is out. The wounds are fresh. Start from the beginning or jump into the next chapter — just don't forget your playlist!" We talk about how the book came to be, who the various characters are, and when this six-issue mini-series will conclude! You can support Carmen and his mini-series by going to this link, and this Kickstarter will conclude on Thursday, April 16, at 12:01 p.m. Don't miss this fun conversation and what Carmen has in store for us in the months ahead!
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Klaus Janson, artist and inker extraordinaire, is the guest this week in Episode #736.
This month, New York's Philippe Labaune Gallery is presenting a career-spanning exhibition of artwork by Eisner and Harvey Award-winning artist Klaus Janson, one of the most influential figures in American comic art and a defining force in the medium for more than five decades. Known for his iconic Batman and Daredevil art, Janson is one of the most important and influential comic artists of the 20th and 21st centuries. We talk about his excellent artwork and storytelling, including the Dark Knight Returns and Daredevil. To see some of the pieces in the exhibit, go to this link after you listen to our fun conversation.
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In Episode #735, Wayne talks with Dutch author/artist Margreet de Heer, who is crowdfunding Philosophy: A Discovery in Comics here at zoop.gg.
Margreet, who is a former comics laureate of the Netherlands, introduces readers to a few key philosophers and concepts and makes us think for ourselves! Philosophy is described this way: "Margreet de Heer delivers a surprisingly fun and really intriguing look into an area in life that many of us consider occasionally but end up taking for granted." We discuss how she got into creating comics, what many of her other recent books have explored, and what we can expect from her in the coming months! Be sure to order your copy and help Margreet meet her crowdfunding goal once you finish listening to our fun conversation! To contact her, you can email her at info@margreetdeheer.com!
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In Episode #734, it's the return of high-power creator Jeff Haas, self-described as a long-time comic book nerd and fanboy!
Jeff has a Kickstarter project underway now until March 5, 2026, at 8:15 p.m. for Malek: Reigning Devil #1-3. It's described this way: "Malek journeys to Purgatory to confront Lucifer! A story of betrayal, vengeance, and newfound agency!" We discuss who the various characters are, how this series came to be, and what we can expect from Jeff in the coming months! Be sure to order your copy and help Jeff meet his crowdfunding goal once you finish listening to our fun conversation!
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Braxton's latest offering combines a novel and a graphic novel, both of which are now available. It's described this way: "The Yasuke Duology chronicles the extraordinary journey of history's first African samurai across two interconnected tales!" Book One is called Yasuke: Dead Man Walking, and Book Two is Yasuke: Resurrection. We discuss who the various characters are, how this dual series came to be, and what we can expect from him in the future! You can buy both books here at Amazon or here at cosbymediaproductions.com, Braxton's website. Be sure to purchase your copy once you finish listening to our fun conversation!
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It's a great week here during Episode #732, and it features my latest conversation with Steven Kaul and Lyndon Radchenka!
Lyndon and Steven have a Kickstarter underway for both editions of The Laundrymen series that will conclude this Friday, March 2, at 2:59 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 series came to be, and what we can expect from them in the future!
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Adam Santangelo, who is returning to creating comics with his passion project called Mantle, is interviewed this week on the Wayne's Comics Podcast in Episode #731!
Wayne has a great conversation this week with Adam, one of the driving forces in the Indie comic Mantle. It's described this way: "Vijay is a 14-year-old suburban superhero nerd, bullied at school and mourning the death of his father… but when he discovers his dad was a real-life superhero, Vijay arms himself with a mechanized power glove and plots revenge on his enemies. Will Vijay become one of the good guys or the bad?" We discuss how this comic book is happening, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Adam and Mantle in the months ahead! For more information on this excellent comic, go to Adam's website at this link!
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This week, in Episode #730, Wayne talks with creator Ryan Drost, who has a Kickstarter underway for the latest issue of the great Indie comic Stealth Hammer!
Wayne has a great conversation this week with Ryan, a successful comics creator now crowdfunding his latest campaign, this time about Bring on the Bad Guys! It's described this way: "It's a superhero adventure set in a world of high-tech gadgetry and supernatural mythology." We discuss how this comic book came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Ryan and Stealth Hammer in the months ahead! Although this crowdfunder will be funded if it reaches its goal by Saturday, February 28, at 10 p.m. ET, don't wait! You can support this project today!
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James Aquilone, accomplished horror writer/editor, returns to the Wayne's Comics Podcast in Episode #729!
Wayne has a great conversation this week with James, a favorite here at the podcast! He's crowdfunding his latest campaign, this time about Weird Tales—A Graphic Novel of Bizarre & Unusual Stories! It's described this way: "After 100 years, the unique magazine gets its first official comic book treatment." We discuss how this comic book is happening, who has created the various contributions, and what we can expect from James and Monstrous Books in the months ahead! You can sign up now to receive updates on this project, including when it will happen on Kickstarter soon by clicking on the link above today! Don't miss it!
In Episode #728, it's time to catch up with DM Ray from The Madcaps, who hasIssue #3 coming to Kickstarter!
Creator DM Ray from The Madcaps will launch his crowdfunding campaign for issues #1-3, which will be launching soon on Kickstarter. Here's the book's description: "Four friends hunt down a necromancer, who is attempting to curse their town by sunrise..." If you go to the link above, you can now sign up to receive notification when this excellent project launches soon! We discuss how this terrific comic came to be, explore the various characters, and find out what else Ray might be bringing our way soon! Be sure to sign up to learn more about this excellent book once you have finished listening to this episode!
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It's time to explore the excellence of Indie comics with my interview with creator Jeff Simon, writer for the Unity Comics offering Sleeping Betty!
This is Jeff's very first comic, and he has assembled a great team to help make Sleeping Betty a success on Kickstarter and among comic fans. Here's how Sleeping Betty is described: "Get ready for a KILLER time when Dexter meets A Nightmare on Elm Street in this original comic from Unity Comics. It's the story of a waitress at a diner frequented by law enforcement, who listens to their frustrations about unresolved cases and tries to help. The story mixes vigilante justice with supernatural dream elements." We discuss how this comic came to be, who the characters are, and talk about what else he has coming our way in 2026! For more about this issue, check out the Kickstarter page at this link
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Let's kick off 2026 with my interview with creator Nick Cagnetti, co-writer and artist for the upcoming heartfelt superhero/horror hit Spirit of the Shadows!
Nick is probably best known for his work on Pink Lemonade and XINO, and it's important to note that this is his first full-length artwork since the aforementioned Pink Lemonade. Here's how Spirit of the Shadows is described: "Once, Erik Leroux was a mortal musician, selflessly devoted to his music and his true love, Katrina . . . until his sudden death plunged his soul into the carnival-like torments of the Spirit World beyond our own. Now, reborn as a phantom with fleeting memories of his life among the living, and forever cursed to bear the arcane costume his corpse wore to the grave, Erik will claw his way back from the infernal planes to uncover the mysteries of his own life . . . and avenge the dark sins that transformed him into the SPIRIT OF THE SHADOWS!" We discuss how this comic miniseries came to be and who the characters are, also explore Nick's comics career, and talk about what he has coming our way in 2026! Be sure to listen to this debut episode for the new year!
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This week, it's special episode #725, and the last one for 2025! There's no better way to wrap up the year than a great conversation with one of the very best comics creators around today, and that's Phillip Kennedy Johnson, who returns to the podcast and has big news about his future in comics!
Phillip has been making some of the best comic stories out there today, including his excellent work on DC's Superman and Marvel's Hulk. He talks about where we'll see his writing in 2026 and what else he would like to make happen in the New Year and beyond! To keep up with Phillip in the coming months, you can check out his website, which you can find at this link!
Don't miss next week's episode as we kick off 2026 with another terrific conversation with another great comics professional!
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The holidays are a great time for family and friends. In Episode 724, it's the return of a great friend of the show, Tom Marvelli from Another Door Comics, who talks about his new book Apparition, which is followed by my yearly holiday tradition!
"Scary ghost stories" are a staple for this season, so Tom and I talk about his new series that takes place in the world of The Boy in the Bot. Apparition is described this way: "Two men from opposite worlds, one seeking redemption, the other searching for answers, find themselves trapped in a single body and hunted by a force eager to claim them both. Now Michael must guide Thomas toward salvation while battling his own demons… before a greater evil consumes them. One body. Two souls. A battle for redemption and survival." We discuss how this book came to be, get an update on Another Door Comics, and explore what Tom will be up to in 2026. Be sure to support his current Kickstarter for this project at this link!
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 finish up 2025 with another terrific conversation with another great comics professional!
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This week in Episode #723, we chat with comics creator Michael Schwartz about his new comic series, Armored, which is available now!
Screenwriter Michael Schwartz (Zombie Town, Gnome Alone) makes his comics debut alongside rising artist Ismael Hernandez in Armored, which recently had their first five issues become available in hardcover via a successful Kickstarter. The series is described this way: "Orphaned teen Andy's parents disappeared mysteriously. Now, he's just been adopted by a quaint family living in the countryside. What could go wrong?" We discuss who the characters are, how this book came to be, and what we can expect from him in the coming months. For more about this excellent comic series and to order your copy, you can go to this link to order issues 1-6!
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This week in Episode #722, we chat with comics creator Snake about his new webcomic, Grinding Against the Morrow, which is available digitally!
Snake is a writer and letterer who is also 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. Grinding Against the Morrow is described this way: "It's Halloween. A terrifyingly amoral gang of masked youths roam the streets. Homeless, Muslim, ex-junkie Soma is stuck, going nowhere, until a lifeline is offered. She has a chance to leave the dangerous urban wasteland forever, but can't resist doing the right thing. On her way out, she sees a terrible situation unfolding, and feels compelled to step in. With the horrifically sadistic teens hunting her down, will she be able to escape for good?" We discuss who the characters are, how this book came to be, and what we can expect from him in the coming months. Grinding Against The Marrow #1 is available now on Drive Thru Comics and Comixology.
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Simon Birks from Blue Fox Comics returns this week in Episode #721, and he's talking about his upcoming Top Cow/Image comic called The Thing on The Doorstep!
Award-winning writer Simon Birks (ANTARCTICA, Sinners, Gone, The Shadow Over Innsmouth) and artist Willi Roberts are telling this chilling tale based on H.P. Lovecraft's terrifying story that takes readers deep into a haunting mystery of friendship, madness, and the horrifying unknown. The series is described this way: "Daniel Upton and Edward Derby have been best friends almost their entire lives, right up to the point Daniel shoots Edward dead in the Arkham Sanitorium - a crime Daniel swears he didn't commit, despite all the evidence. What happened on that fateful day in Arkham? What is the truth behind this seemingly mindless act of violence? Witness the beginning of this doomed relationship and Edward's slow descent into a horrifying world beyond his control." We talk about how this comic series came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from these high-power creators in the coming months! For more about The Thing on The Doorstop, check out the preview here on MajorSpoilers.com!
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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 Medieval with 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!
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!
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!
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 COUNT takes 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!
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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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This week in Episode #710, Wayne talks with creator Carmen Costa from the current Kickstarter campaign for the fifth issue of the Proctor comic!
Carmen is a writer and educator from the Philadelphia/Southern New Jersey area. He has been crowdfunding for the Proctor series since early 2024. This new comic series is described this way: “The truth is out. The wounds are fresh. Start from the beginning or jump into the next chapter — just don’t forget your playlist!” We talk about how the book came to be, who the various characters are, and when this six-issue mini-series will conclude! You can support Carmen and his mini-series by going to this link, and this Kickstarter will conclude on Thursday, October 2, at 12:01 p.m. Don’t miss this fun conversation and what Carmen has in store for us in the months ahead!
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This week in Episode #709, Wayne talks with creator Benjamin Hunting from the upcoming Kickstarter campaign for the Model UN comic! To receive notices about the series before it launches, you can go to this link.
Ben is known for his comics work on Code 45 and Dead Air, among others. The first part of Model UN will kick off in early October, but you should sign up at the link above to keep up with the latest developments with that comic! This new comic is described this way: “Model Un is Aliens + High School + 90s + Manga Pt. 1, 154 pages!” Ben and I discuss how this series came to be, who the main characters are, and how this “game” resembles an experience in my own life! Don’t miss this fun conversation and what Ben has in store for us in the months ahead!
Legendary Hellboy creator Mike Mignola is teaming up with accomplished writer and artist Bruce Zick to explore an unchartered corner of the Hellboy universe in Captain Henry and the Graveyard of Time, the debut issue is due out on October 22 from Dark Horse Comics! Bruce talks with Wayne about his much-anticipated mini-series this week in Episode #708!
Bruce is best known for his comics work on The Mighty Thor, The Atomic Legion, and Primordial as well as his many creations in the animation universes! Here’s how this comic is described: “Captain Henry and the Graveyard of Time follows an intrepid time-traveling explorer on a journey to a new dimension. He soon discovers that the monsters he encounters aren’t his only problem, as time itself might represent the ultimate danger.” We discuss how the mini-series came to be, who the characters are, and what else we might read coming from him in the months ahead. Don’t miss this return to the Hellboy universe and the new adventures Mike and Bruce will take fans on to explore and enjoy!
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This week in Episode #707, Wayne talks with Melissa F. Olson from Ahoy Comics’ Archaic trade paperback, which arrives in stores on September 17, 2025.
This is Melissa’s first full-length comic book, but she also calls it the most personal story she has ever written. Here’s the book’s description: “ARCHAIC is a modern-day action-adventure following the newest residents of a sentient island populated by the gods and monsters of dead civilizations: a harried single mom and her three kids.” We talk about how this story came to be, who the various characters are, and what else we can expect from Melissa in the months ahead. Be sure not to miss this excellent conversation about Archaic, coming to your local comics shop soon!
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Joel Rodriguez, creator of Dusk County Chronicles and the founder and CEO of Metal Ninja Studios, returns this week in Episode #706 to talk about their new “Concept to Comic” process that helps turn powerful written stories into stunning comics.
Metal Ninja Studios (MNS) is a trailblazing full-service comic book production studio that was founded in 2019 by Ringo-Award-Nominated designer Joel Rodriguez. Joel has contributed to over 70 successful crowdfunding for comic books campaigns, leveraging his expertise in professional comic book writing, comic book lettering services, and comprehensive comic book project management. Here’s part of the Metal Ninja Creed: “We prioritize quality over quantity in all we create, ensuring each project is crafted with precision and passion. We believe in service over sales, putting our clients and their visions at the forefront of everything we do, as we strive to leave a lasting impact on the world of comics.” Joel and I discuss what Metal Ninja Studios is up to these days, including the “Concept to Comic” process, how the team adapts and assembles to meet their clients’ needs, and what we might see from them in the coming months! You’ll enjoy this excellent conversation about comics and the industry’s future with Joel, so don’t miss it!
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This week Episode #705 features the return of Andrea Lorenzo Molinari, an accomplished editor and a co-writer/co-creator of The Shepherd, an ongoing Indie OGN series.
Andrea has worked with many creative teams from around the world. He previously worked as a submissions editor/project editor for Caliber Comics and has edited books from Action Lab Entertainment, Cosmic Times, and several other comics publishers. Currently, The Shepherd continues seeking readers who are willing to journey along with Professor Lawrence Miller and his son Val. Andrea and his son aspire to write books that are memorable, that also move and inspire the reader. Here’s the book’s description: “Prof. Lawrence Miller falls into a dark vortex of guilt and anger after enduring the tragic death of his teenage son. He cannot shake the sense that his son is now a lost soul, wandering...” We discuss how Andrea and his real-life son embarked on their comics career and how the changing comics environment is affecting the future of this groundbreaking comics franchise. Don’t miss this engaging discussion with Andrea about his creations and the future of comic books!
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Dracula’s Brunch Club is coming to booksellers and hopefully local comics shops this month, so writer/co-creator Brian Gonsar joins Wayne to discuss this highly anticipated middle-aged reader graphic novel, Brian’s very first, this week in Episode #704.
Brian is an award-winning producer of feature films, music videos, art installations, and even a Super Bowl commercial! He’s also a self-proclaimed donut aficionado who has travel the world to find the best donut. Dracula’s Brunch Club is described this way: “Have you ever wondered how vampires got their taste for blood? In Dracula’s Brunch Club, it all started with a crimson-red donut, dripping and oozing with spooky secrets—I mean, jelly. Dripping and oozing with non-spooky-tasting JELLY. Get ready to sink your fangs into the hilarious new graphic novel from debut author Brian Gonsar.” We discuss how Brian embarked on his comics career as well as how he found his artist/co-creator Keenan Gaybba, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Brian in the months ahead! Don’t miss this engaging discussion with Brian about his creations and, yes, donuts!
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High-power creator Richard Pace, from Ahoy’s Second Coming, DC’s Batman: The Doom That Came to Gotham, and much more, joins Wayne this week to talk the new Zoop.gg crowdfunding for Idle Hands: The Art of Richard Pace in Episode #703.
Richard is providing a rare opportunity for fans to own some of his original art and signed comics in this new Zoop.gg project! The book is described this way: It’s “a 300-page hardcover collection of Richard Pace's covers, comic art, private commissions and other works, as well as his processes, influences and commentaries. Intended to be far more than just a book of beautiful images, this collection is aimed at being a companion as we wander through the varied subjects and approaches taken, as well as the missteps along the way.” We discuss Richard’s career as well as his involvement with Mark Russell on Second Coming and other excellent topics during this fun conversation! Don’t miss this fascinating discussion with Richard about his creations and what we can enjoy from him in the months ahead!
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Drew D. Lenhart from Caspian Porter joins Wayne this week to talk about the upcoming Celestial Knight Versus Caspian Porter crossover from Homebrewed Comics in Episode #702.
Drew is working with his fellow comics creator Dennis R. Valencia to bring this landmark comics miniseries to fans via their already successful Kickstarter project, which will conclude this Friday, July 25, at 8:30 p.m. EDT. Here’s the book’s description: “Infamous space delivery man, Caspian Porter, and his annoying robot, Curbie, inadvertently fly into a wormhole. They enter the universe of none other than THE CELESTIAL KNIGHT, landing their ship on a delivery truck containing Norm's gift... insanity ensues… .” We explore each character and their origins as well as what else is happening at Homebrewed Comics. Don’t miss this fun discussion with Drew about his creations and what we can enjoy from him and Dennis in the months ahead!
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This week, in Episode #701, Wayne talks with bestselling writer, producer, and creator Curt Pires about his upcoming comiXology original series Stillman!
Curt is the creator of hit series’ YOUTH as well as WYRD, both of which are in development as Scripted Television Series (at Amazon and FX, respectively), as well as a slew of other original series and graphic novels that have garnered critical acclaim. Here’s how Stillman is described: “Peter Stillman leads a double life. By day he is a family man, a successful family man with a loving wife and two beautiful children trying to carve out his own little slice of the American dream. By night—in his real life—he’s a violent hitman with deep ties to organized crime.” We delve into the characters in the book as well as how it came to be and how you can get it when it’s first released on July 22. Be sure to listen to this fun interview with this accomplished comics creator!
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It’s special episode #700 this week, and to celebrate, Wayne talks with Dan Goldman, creator of Red Light Properties: Unfinished Business, which you can get now here at his website!
Dan is a professional creator/writer/artist working in prose, comics, and video games. The first season of Red Light Properties: Unfinished Business is available in several formats, including four hardcover and a digital edition. Here’s how this series is described: “Red Light Properties presents the continuing adventures of a Miami-based real estate agency ambitious--and creative--enough to find a unique solution to the downturned housing market: they specialize in exorcising and flipping ‘previously-haunted’ homes. The husband-and-wife led agency unearths properties that are unsellable because they're haunted. The ghosts find closure. The seller unloads their property. The RLP Agency receives a fee. Everyone wins... except maybe for the Tobins, who are barely on speaking terms. You see, it's not an easy business, flipping haunted houses.” We delve into the various characters in the series as well as how it came to be and how you can access it. Be sure to listen to this excellent interview with an up-and-coming comics creator!
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This week in Episode #699, Wayne talks with high-power creative pro Marc Guggenheim specifically about his career in comic books, focusing on his newest series coming from comiXology, The Adventures of Ulysses Monarch!
The third issue in this exciting comic series has been released on comiXology, and several more are coming soon to wrap up the first arc! Here’s how this series is described: “The year is 3026. Adventurer and archeologist Ulysses Monarch searches for rare artifacts from the 20th and 21st centuries.” We delve into the various characters in the book as well as how it came to be. Of course, we discuss Marc’s career, particularly when it comes to comic books, focusing on The Infinite Adventures of Jonas Quantum, Torrent, and Resurrection, and that’s just scratching the surface! He’s got a huge project just being released by Marvel, and Marc also has some thoughts about the future of the comics industry as well, so you’ll enjoy all he has to say! For more about Marc, go to his website at this address.
Tyler Kirkham is the guest for this week’s podcast episode, #698! Tyler is crowdfunding his new book, The Marvel Art of Tyler Kirkham, now available for preorder on Kickstarter!
Tyler updates us on this new book, the latest edition in Clover Press’ The Marvel Art of… line. Here’s how this deluxe art book is described: “Whether its Spider-Man swinging through New York or the Mandalorian in a galaxy far, far away, artist Tyler Kirkham has touched every corner of the Marvel universe. Now Clover Press will collect Kirkham’s most beloved Marvel artwork in The Marvel Art of Tyler Kirkham, which is currently available for pre-order via Kickstarter.” We discuss how Tyler started his career as a comic book artist, what he’s doing now, and what else he might be interested in achieving in the coming months and years. This crowdfunder will be completed at midnight on Friday, July 4, so be sure to back it once you’ve listened to this fun interview!
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Wayne catches us up on A Wave Blue World and their related projects by talking with the return of co-founder and co-publisher Tyler Chin-Tanner this week in Episode #697!
There’s a lot happening with AWBW, which is described this way: “Founded in 2005 by Tyler and Wendy Chin-Tanner, A Wave Blue World is an award-winning independent publisher of high-quality graphic novels, anthologies, and art books, focusing on socially conscious storytelling and providing a platform for a multitude of creative voices.” Tyler updates us on several new happenings with their high-power company, including their series Mezo (coming to Kickstarter soon), their new model for publishing comics, and their opening a new store in the New York City area! Be sure to check out their website for more information after you finish listening to our fun conversation!
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In Episode #696, Wayne talks with several of the excellent comics creators from the 216-page modern fantasy anthology Concrete Arcanum: Living With Monsters, coordinated by Nathan Lueth, who returns to the podcast! They have a Kickstarter going on at this link, and it will conclude on Sunday, July 20 at 1:53 p.m. EDT.
Several of the great creators from the book participated in this interview, including Nathan himself, S. P. Burke, Mark Romero, Micki.ee, and Michael Howe. We discuss how this series (and new volume) came to be, delve into some of the fascinating stories there, and talk some with the creators about their creations. Be sure to back this terrific anthology as soon as you finish listening to our fun conversation!
This week in Episode #695, I talk with Ethan Sacks, accomplished creator of comics including Star Wars, Old Man Hawkeye, and Midnight Suns, and his daughter and co-writer, Naomi Sacks, who are telling an allegory of a deeply personal time in their lives called A Haunted Girl. They have a Zoop.gg crowdfunding event going on until about Thursday, June 12.
This book was originally published by Image Comics and Syzygy Publishing, and this hardcover edition contains all-new behind the scenes features and is the ultimate collector’s item for fans of this acclaimed supernatural horror story. The book is described this way: “The fate of all life on Earth depends on a girl who doesn't know if she wants to live. Cleo, a 16-year-old adopted Japanese-American whose anxiety and depression drives her to suicidal thoughts, is fresh out of the hospital and trying unsuccessfully to reintegrate back into her old life.” This campaign went live on the Zoop crowdfunding platform, Tuesday, May 6th. This date was chosen specifically to coincide with World Mental Health Awareness month, due to the book’s subject matter. We explore how the series came to be, who the various characters are, and also talk about how these creatives worked together and what else they might have coming our way soon.
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In Episode 694 this week, Damien Duffy from Parable of the Talents talks about his recently released sequel to Octavia E. Butler’s Parable of the Sower!
Damien was chosen to continue his successful work of translating Butler’s prose into the comics format, once again working with artist John Jennings. It’s described this way: “This series follows Lauren Olamina, a preacher’s daughter who develops a new religion, Earthseed, while traveling the dangerous and dystopian country. Duffy and Jennings bring the sci-fi classic to life with a beautifully drawn graphic novel adaptation. Parable of the Talents continues Butler’s masterful story set against a background of a war-torn continent under the control of Christian fundamentalist fascist state.” We discuss how this book came to be, who the various characters are, and what else we can expect from this high-power writer/artist team in the months ahead! Published by Abrams ComicsArt, this graphic novel can be found in local comics shops, in your local bookstore, or here on Amazon.com. Don’t miss it!
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This week in Episode #693, Wayne talks with Stephan Franck, an acclaimed cartoonist and award-nominated animator, writer, and director! He has a Kickstarter underway for both Romance in the Age of the Space God and Palomino!
Stephan is quite the accomplished creator, and his Kickstarter is for his stand-alone graphic novella called Romance in the Age of the Space God and his Ringo-Award nominated crime mystery Palomino. Here’s how both are described: “Part Sci-fi thriller, part slice-of-life, and part political satire, Romance in the Age of the Space God drops us into a world not unlike ours, where things once thought impossible have happened. Also, a captivating neo-noir crime mystery, Palomino begins in 1981 Los Angeles, where we meet Eddie Lang, an old-school, hardboiled former Burbank PD detective juggling his six-nights-a-week gig in the Palomino house band, his P.I. business, and his teenage daughter--who might even be more hardboiled than he is!” We explore both creations, who the various characters are, how these stories came to be, and also talk about an important project I’m particularly fond of that Stephan helped bring to the big screen. Be sure to back this excellent comics project before it concludes on Monday, June 6, at 2:59 a.m. EDT.
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Time for a great HomeBrewed Comics doubleheader this week in Episode #692! It all starts with the return of Chris Sahloff, who has a Kickstarter underway for C.R.I.T. #8, then concludes with Dan Price from Bigfoot Knows Karate Issue #3 coming to Kickstarter soon!
Both Chris and Dan are leaders in HomeBrewed Comics, an independent comic book publisher fueled by creativity, passion, and the desire to tell unique, engaging stories. Chris is the person behind C.R.I.T., and the latest issue is described this way: “C.R.I.T. enters the 5th year with issue 8 ‘He Who Would Be King’ along with remastered issues 1 and 5. Join the chaos!” Be sure to back this excellent comics project before it concludes on Friday, May 30, at 8 p.m. EDT.
Then everything wraps up with my fun conversation with the return of creator Dan Price from Bigfoot Knows Karate, which will be launching soon on Kickstarter. Here’s this book’s description: “Our mysterious bigfoot, Benny, and his new companion, Iris, are on the run. What does this nefarious cabal want from Bigfoot? And can Benny stop them? Uncover the mystery in this eye-opening chapter of BIGFOOT KNOWS KARATE! Think Godzilla vs. Kong meets Kill Bill with a twist.” If you go to the link directly above, you can now sign up to receive notification when this excellent project launches very soon! We find out how this terrific comic came to be, explore the various characters, and find out what else Dan and HomeBrewed Comics will be bringing our way soon! Be sure to sign up to learn more about this excellent book once you have finished listening to this episode!
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This week in Episode #691, Wayne talks with Cecilia and Waverley Lim from Kwento Comics about their excellent YA series The Mask of Haliya!
Kwento Comics, the trailblazing Filipino-American comic book publisher, recently concluded their successful Kickstarter for the second volume of The Mask of Haliya, a young adult urban fantasy graphic novel inspired by Philippine mythology. The good news is--you can still back this high-power project, which is described this way: “THE MASK OF HALIYA follows the journey of a troubled Filipina-American teen who discovers a mysterious mask at her great-grandmother’s wake.” We talk about Kwento Comics, how The Mask of Haliya came to be, who the characters are, and what else we can expect from this international, all-Asian, all-female creative team in the months ahead! Be sure to go to the link above and support them once you have listened to this great interview!
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This week in Episode #690, it’s the return of another group of great comics creators, Matt Knowles and Steph Cannon from Insymmetry Creations!
You’ll enjoy another engaging discussion with Matt Knowles and Steph Cannon from Insymmetry Creations! They have a Kickstarter coming soon for Tatsumi: The Serpent Mistress #1, which is described this way: “The last remaining daughter of a fallen empire is hell-bent on RETRIBUTION and REVENGE! A swashbuckling, high seas adventure!” You can sign up now to be notified about the latest information regarding this crowdfunding project, which right now is expected to launch on Sunday, May 25. Be sure to sign up once you finish listening to this episode!
Immortalis is a gripping Indie comic that’s the result of the creative vision of both Shawn Lewis and Rion Mosely, who Wayne talks with this week in Episode 689.
Shawn and Rion began work on this successful Indie series back in 2021, and it has been coming out both as a self-published comic and from Markosia, one of the UK’s leading independent publishers, particularly in the graphic novel field. The series is available at that site here and also here as well as at their own website mandlcomics.com. The book is described this way: “Immortalis is the ongoing adventure of Tam Montefiore, born in 1813 to be the one true Deicide in the war between heaven and hell and the old gods of myth.” We talk about this book came to be, who the characters are, and what else these excellent creators have coming our way soon, including the 12th and 13th issues of Immortalis. Don’t miss it!
This week, in Episode #688, Wayne talks with Denis Kitchen, who has been taking on the establishment for decades. Now, an all-new documentary, Oddly Compelling, highlights Kitchen’s thirty years as one of the most important independent comic book publishers and his work as a fierce advocate for the First Amendment.
Denis founded Kitchen Sink Press in 1969, and for more than 30 years, he published many of the most prominent and innovative creators in comics. Now, filmmaker Soren Christiansen and Ted Intorcio have captured hours of in-depth, candid interviews with Denis and many of his fellow cartoonists and colleagues. You can sign up now for the Kickstarter for Oddly Compelling, which is at this link. We talk about Denis’s career and this documentary that explores his creativity and passion for the First Amendment as well as how this film has come together. You can still sign up for this film today so you can be kept up to date with this Kickstarter project, which will begin soon! Don’t miss it!
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He’s one of our favorites here at the podcast, so it’s always great to talk with Ed Jowett with the Cascade mini-series on Kickstarter this week in Episode #687!
Ed Jowett catches us up with the very latest happenings with SoV Comics, including his current Kickstarter for Cascade 2! This crowdfunding project is described this way: “The Empowered face a giant robot... and an army! Penumbra, Violete, Lacuna, and Blue-Shift are back! When the giant robot starts creating an army of smaller ones, what will they do?” We explore this team-up, 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, April 20, at 4:00 p.m. EDT, so be sure to back this project once you have finished listening to this fun interview!
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Tom Marvelli from The Boy in the Bot returns this week in Episode #686, and he talks about his upcoming Kickstarter for the second installment in this great comics franchise!
It’s always a pleasure to talk comics with creator Tom Marvelli, who is signing supporters up for the crowdfunder for the second chapter in his excellent series, coming soon to Kickstarter. Here’s the description: “The Boy in the Bot Book 2 is the next chapter in Tom Marvelli's thrilling sci-fi trilogy—A boy and his robot flee evil forces determined to reclaim what is theirs.” We discuss the latest news about this great comic, check out who the characters are, and find out what else Tom is up to and has coming our way soon! Be sure to follow this great project at this link today so you can keep up with the latest information about this groundbreaking comic!
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This week in Episode #685, it’s the return of great horror writer Rich Davis, who has a Kickstarter for Angel/Hunter coming soon!
Rich Davis has been distinguishing himself as one of the excellent horror scripters in comics today! He has a Kickstarter crowdfunder coming soon for Angel/Hunter, which we discuss during this interview! Here’s the description: “After its expulsion from Eden, humanity must carve out an existence in a world ruled by the 13 fallen angels & their army of kaiju Nephilim. Angel/Hunter is an epic dark fantasy from the nightmares of Rich Davis & Les Garner.” We talk about what this project is all about, who the characters are, and what else Rich has coming our way soon! Be sure to follow this great project at this link today so you can keep up with the latest information about it!
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Time for another great doubleheader this week in Episode #684! It all starts with the return of Jeremy Adams, who recently signed an exclusive contract with DC, then concludes with DM Ray from The Madcaps Issue #2 coming to Kickstarter!
Jeremy Adams, one of the most prolific scribes in the entertainment industry today with credits as the acclaimed writer of films, television series, and comics, has signed a multi-year contract to pen comics for DC, home of iconic characters such as Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and others. We talk about his current projects, including Green Lantern, Green Lantern Corps, and Aquaman, all of which I am greatly enjoying! We also discuss several excellent series he has worked on in his career, then explore what this new contract means for Jeremy and us fans as he moves into the future!
Then everything wraps up with my fun conversation with creator DM Ray from The Madcaps, which will be launching soon on Kickstarter. Here’s the book’s description: “A successful interrogation of a drug peddler brings our protagonists to the territory of its distributor.” If you go to the link above, you can now sign up to receive notification when this excellent project launches very soon! We find out how this terrific comic came to be, explore the various characters, and find out what else Ray will be bringing our way soon! Be sure to sign up to learn more about this excellent book once you have finished listening to this episode!
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This week in Episode #683, it’s another great crowdfunding doubleheader! It all kicks off with Background Noise from Love Letters, Every Day, then everything wraps up with a fun chat with two of the creators of Cocktails & Curves!
Lisa Burdige and John Hazard are partners in love and art. They co-create the popular diary comic, Background Noise, which has almost 25K followers on Instagram. They have a Kickstarter underway for their collection of comics called Love Letters, Every Day. It’s described this way: “It’s a quirky collection of Background Noise Comic affection from our first year of making diary comics.” We discuss how this book came to be, who the characters are, and what we can expect from these creators in the months ahead! This Kickstarter will conclude on Sunday, March 16, at 3:24 AM EDT, so be sure to support it as soon as you can!
Then everything wraps up with my engaging interview with creator Stéphane Roux and writer Jeremy Staples from Cocktails & Curves, which has just launched on zoop.gg. Here’s the book’s description: “A delicious fusion of art and mixology, Cocktails & Curves brings together mouthwatering cocktail recipes and captivating pinup illustrations, each inspired by the essence and charm of its drink. Featuring 20 brand-new full-color pinups by Stéphane Roux, this collection celebrates his remarkable range in pinup artistry. Each stunning illustration is paired with a delightful cocktail or mocktail recipe, making this book a true feast for the eyes and the palate.” We find out how this already successful book came to be, explore some of the recipes and illustrations, and find out what else these creators will be bringing our way soon! This crowdfunding event will end in early April, but don’t wait! Support this great project on zoop.gg today!
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It’s another great doubleheader this week in Episode #682! It all begins with writer Matthew Rosenberg from We’re Taking Everyone Down With Us, then everything concludes with the return of Garrett Gunn with Warcorns: Fistful of Rainbows!
Matthew is the writer of many tremendous comics, including 4 Kids Walk into a Bank, We Can Never Go Home, Kingpin, Phoenix Resurrection, DC Vs. Vampires, and stories featuring the Joker. His newest mini-series, We’re Taking Everyone Down With Us, is debuting from Image Comics on Wednesday, March 26. It’s described this way: “The six-issue mini-series follows an orphaned girl named Analise and her dad's bodyguard robot.” We discuss how this book came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Matthew in the months ahead! Be sure to let your local comics shop know you want this comic as soon as you finish listening to this episode! Final Order Cutoff is Monday, March 3.
Then everything wraps up with my engaging interview with Garrett Gunn, creator of the fascinating comic franchise Good Boy as well as Spero, Little Red Ronin, Cold Dead Hands, and the aforementioned Warcorns! Here’s the description for Warcorns: “Where there’s trouble in the universe, the Warcorns Division can show up and make it worse.” Garrett catches us up on his various creations and tells us how Warcorns came to be, who the characters are, and what else he might have coming our way soon! Don’t miss it!
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Accomplished comics artist Adriana Melo is the guest this week in Episode #681!
Adriana Melo is a comic book artist who has worked for DC, Marvel, Dark Horse, Titan, Comixology, and Image, among others. She currently has a crowdfunding project underway with zoop.gg for her first artbook, which you can support at this link. Here’s the book’s description: “The Adriana Melo Artbook highlights the range of artwork from Adriana over the past few years. From fandom sketches to pinups, inks to grays to full blown color pieces, Adriana has poured her heart into each and every piece.” We discuss how this artbook came to be, explore her career as a successful comics artist, and find out what we could see from her in the months ahead! Supporting Adriana in this book allows her to spend more time on creator owned projects, as well as devote more time to new artistic covers and comic art, so be sure to support her zoop.gg crowdfunder as soon as you finish listening to this episode.
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Episode #680 features a fun conversation with Kevin Shinick about his upcoming Kickstarter project called HOST MORTEM!
Kevin Shinick — the host and time-traveling detective of the Emmy-winning series Where In Time Is Carmen Sandiego?, Emmy-winning writer behind Robot Chicken, and celebrated author — writes and stars in HOST MORTEM! Here’s the book’s description: “HOST MORTEM follows TV hosts Kevin Shinick (Where In Time Is Carmen Sandiego?) and Greg Lee (Where In The World Is Carmen Sandiego?), who are transported to the year 1947 by a time portal at comic con. They soon find themselves enmeshed in a murder mystery involving Humphrey Bogart’s legendary noir film The Big Sleep. When one of the stars winds up dead, Kevin and Greg’s knowledge of random trivia might be the key to solving this Hollywood caper.” This 180+ graphic novel will come from Clover Press and will be an engaging murder mystery that will answer the question: Are hosts really smart? Or do they just have the answers?” We talk about how HOST MORTEM! came to be, who the main characters are, and what else we can expect from Kevin in the months ahead! Be sure to go to this link as soon as you finish listening to our interview so you can sign up to receive the very latest about this excellent project!
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Benjamin Morse from We Are Scarlet Twilight: Cobalt Crisis Part One is back, and he has a request for all of us here in Episode #679!
One of our favorites here at the podcast—Ben Morse—discusses his new, upcoming crowdfunding project after his recent success with We Are Scarlet Twilight! As always, Ben writes, pencils, inks, and colors the entire series! This time, he’s got a Kickstarter crowdfunding project coming very soon, and he needs our help to make it the success it needs to be! Here’s the current description: “An epic combining the scope of CLASSIC BIG TWO EVENTS with the style and atmosphere of comics' GOLDEN AGE!” It’ll be an eight-part epic on a titanic scale, so as many of us as possible need to sign up to help get the word out and be notified when it launches! We talk about how the Scarlet Twilight franchise is progressing, where Ben is at in the development of his excellent storytelling, and what we can expect from him in the months ahead! Ben is counting on all of us fans to make this happen, so be sure to go to the link above and sign up today! Don’t miss this special discussion to find out how you can join in!
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This week in Episode #678, the guest is writer Alisa Kwitney from HOWL, published by AHOY Comics!
The first issue of HOWL is now available at local comics shops, with the second arriving soon! HOWL is described this way: “In the late 1950s in Greenwich Village, alien spores are the last thing on 23-year-old beatnik and proto-feminist Ziva Rodblatt’s mind — she's too busy trying to keep her mother from discovering that she is living out of wedlock with her boyfriend. But when said boyfriend falls under the sway of celebrity therapist Myrtle Morel, she begins to grow suspicious.” We discuss how this mini-series came to be, who the various characters are, and what else Alisa has coming our way in the months ahead! Be sure to let your local shop know you want to catch up on this book if they need to order copies of each issue! Don’t miss it!
You can read Jonathan Cadotte's review of HOWL #1 here on MajorSpoilers.com!
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Episode #677 features the return of two great comics creators—PJ Holden and Paul Tobin, who are bringing us Dark Pyramid from Mad Cave Studios.
Both creators are returning to the podcast, and they are working together to bring a gripping new series of ancient conspiracies, monstrous horrors, and the ultimate fight for truth. Their electrifying five-issue mini-series will begin in February, and it is described this way: “Hooky Hidalgo, adventurist and popular live streamer, has gone missing while climbing Mt. Denali in Alaska! When his girlfriend, Becca, arrives at the base of the mountain to retrace his steps, she soon discovers something beyond the dreamy and impressive landscape. There’s a conspiracy deep within the heart of Denali itself—a dark pyramid, silent, waiting. Becca—and the scores of Hooky fans determined to either find him or find some fun—will face death, avalanches…. and monsters to find the truth.” We talk about how this book came to be, who the characters are, and what we can expect from both Paul and PJ in the coming months! Let your local comics shop know you want to order this book as soon as you finish listening to this fun conversation! For a first look at their debut issue, be sure to go to this link here at MajorSpoilers.com!
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Braxton A. Cosby, creator and writer of Broken from Starchild Comics, is the guest this week in Episode #676.
Cosby is an award-winning and bestselling author and dreamer who transitioned his ideas on pen and paper to pixels and keyboards. He has penned over 20 novels, five comics, and several screenplays--many based on his own works. He tells stories that evoke emotions and stimulate thought. His latest comics series, Broken, is described this way: “Teens try to survive while fighting zombies in a barren wasteland.” We talk about how this book came to be, who the characters are, and what we can expect from the CMPDSU (Cosby Media Productions Dedicated Superhero Universe) in the months ahead! You can find out more about this book here at the Cosby Media Productions website or here at Amazon.com. Don’t miss it!
It’s special episode #675 this week, and to celebrate, I talk with Tom Sniegoski, who is the scripter for the upcoming 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! Set to debut in February 2025, 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! 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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Are you ready for 2025? It’s here, and to celebrate, I’m talking with a favorite guest here at the podcast, Jay Magnum from Pet Piranha Entertainment, to ring in the new year!
Jay catches us up on everything that happened with his team in 2024, then looks forward to what they have coming our way in 2025! We discuss what’s going on with the Astral franchise, Galaxy Gal, and some other areas they will be exploring in the coming year! 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 as we start another year here at the podcast!
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For my last interview of 2024, I’m talking with excellent comics creator Reilly Brown, who has a Zoop.gg project underway to fund his comic, Thunder Guardian, which he makes with his young son, Will Brown!
Reilly and I discuss how this series came to be, and how, for the first time ever, Thunder Guardian is now available as a full, 22-page comic via Zoop.gg! The series is described this way: “The Earth has been destroyed. Civilization has been scattered throughout the solar system. The future of humanity has only one hope -- THUNDER GUARDIAN! This is the story of Thunder Guardian and his friends in their battle against space pirates, monster boogers, and the forces of the evil Unknown!” We talk about how this book came to be, explore Reilly’s great career as a comics creator, and what else Reilly is working on. The Zoop.gg crowdfunding project for this book will conclude in early January of 2025. Don’t wait--be sure to back this high-octane project as soon as you finish listening to this fun interview!
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In Episode 672, it’s the return of Michael Moreci from The Awakened graphic novel from Zoop.gg along with a holiday tradition!
Michael and I talk about this timely original graphic novel from him, Alex Segura, and Dean Kotz. The series is described this way: “The Awakened is a character-driven superhero epic in the vein of The Golden Age, Supreme Power, Black Hammer, and Astro City! It is collected here in trade paperback format for the first time!” We discuss how this book came to be, what else Michael is working on, and the importance of this story for today’s world. The Zoop.gg crowdfunding project for this book will be concluding in early January of 2025. Don’t wait--be sure to back this excellent project as soon as you finish listening to this great interview!
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 2024 with another terrific conversation with another great comics professional!
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Superstar creator Joe St.Pierre is the guest this week in Episode #671, and he’s discussing his current crowdfunding project on Zoop.gg for the Joe St.Pierre Sketchbook 2025.
Joe has been a comics writer and artist for Marvel, DC, Image, Valiant, Boom, IDW, and many others. He’s best known for penciling more #1 issues featuring Spider-Man and/or his cast than any other artist! Here’s this book’s description: It’s “a collection of super-sketches by Joe St.Pierre (Marvel, Spider-Man, Venom). These are some of his favorite commissions from the last year, as well as a few gems from the vault, assembled into a 52-page Sketchbook!” We talk about how this sketchbook came to be, how he approaches creating sketches and covers, and what else he will be up to in the months ahead. Don’t miss it!
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This week in Episode #670, Greetings from the Maglev artist Adam Cahoon and writer Mark Espinosa discuss their engaging comics series, including the second of three volumes, that was just released to their crowdfunding supporters!
Adam and Mark are behind this “original concept told in comic form.” Here’s this series’ description: “Using revolutionary technology, The Maglev is a massive, solar-powered superhighway utilizing magnetic roadways. Unfortunately, the only ones capable of using it are those who can afford to... and those who hijack their way in. The rich and the wild. But who cares about all of that? This is a story about good old fashioned ‘revenge!'” We talk about how this series came to be, who the various characters are, and what else these creators will be up to in the months ahead. You can order this book through your local comics shop, the invadercomics.com website, or through their Kickstarter projects. Highly recommended!
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Sam Johnson, creator of both Geek-Girl and Cabra Cini, is back this week in Episode 669! These two characters team up in a new three-part crossover, the first two chapters now available through Kickstarter!
Sam is a favorite here at the podcast, and he’s best known for developing Geek-Girl, Cabra Cini: Voodoo Junkie Hitwoman, and the Almighties (this last one with Mike Gagnon). Here’s this book’s description: “Super-Heroes meet Weirdness in the Geek-Girl/Cabra Cini: Voodoo Junkie Hitwoman Crossover!” We talk about how this crossover came to be, who the various characters are, and what else Sam will be up to in the months ahead. While this project has already met its goal, they would appreciate your continued support before it concludes on Thursday, December 19, at 12:00 AM EST! Be sure to go to this Kickstarter once you’ve finished listening to this episode!
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In Episode 668, it’s the return of Gene Ha, an accomplished artist/writer/storyteller who continues doing an excellent job with both the writing and art on Mae: The Definitive Edition from Oni Press.
Gene talks about the upcoming collected edition, which you can pre-order now through your local comics shop, and also on Amazon.com, to be released April, 2025. Here’s the book’s description: “Mae: The Definitive Edition includes all 12 issues of Gene Ha’s masterpiece comic series—remastered and fully realized to the creator’s ultimate vision, with never-before-seen story pages, new story edits, and a cavalcade of behind-the-scenes extra featurettes, all collected in this stunning volume.” We talk about how this comic came to be, who the various characters are, and what else Gene will be up to in the months ahead. He also discusses having two other writers—Mark Waid and Molly Jane Kremer—contributing tales to this series! To keep up with Gene, be sure to check out his website here! I highly recommend this superb title!
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This week in Episode #667, it’s a great Zoop.gg crowdfunding doubleheader! Everything kicks off with Steve McGarry and Rick Stromoski from Mullets, then it all wraps up with Don Simpson with The Complete Megaton Man Universe Volume 1: The 1980s!
Steve McGarry and Rick Stromoski created Mullets, a weekly newspaper strip that is called “the funniest comic strip you never read!” This series is described this way: “They say write about what you know … so Steve McGarry and Rick Stromoski created a comic strip about two idiots. Collected for the first time, here are all 60 weeks of full-color dailies and Sundays of the short-lived, much-missed, syndicated newspaper strip Mullets” along with a special 12-page bonus sequel by Luke McGarry.” We discuss how this strip came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from these creators in the months ahead! This campaign will conclude in the middle of December, but they need your support now! Be sure to go to this link after you listen to this episode!
Then be sure to listen to my fun interview with Don Simpson, creator of Megaton Man, which you can support at this link! This project met its goal in only four hours, but would still appreciate your support! Here’s the description: “Don Simpson created Megaton Man as a one-off superhero parody in 1982 at the age of 21, and swiftly grew his world into an entire universe of interconnected Bizarre Heroes characters that continues to spill onto pages and screens to this day.” Don tells us how this engaging series came to be, who the characters are, and what else he might have coming our way soon! Don’t miss it! This campaign will also conclude in mid-December, but don’t wait! Support it today!
I hope you’re ready for another great doubleheader in Episode #666 this week! It all begins with writer CRC Payne from Batman: Wayne Family Adventures, then everything concludes with Tom Marvelli with The Boy in the Bot!
CRC Payne is the writer of the weekly WebToon comic called Batman: Wayne Family Adventures. This series, which posts a new segment every Thursday, is described this way: “When your superhero life is just as busy as your personal life, there’s never a dull moment in the Bat-Family. Bruce Wayne’s young heroes are still learning to fight and live side by side, but they always have each other’s backs.” We discuss how this new Batman series came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from CRC in the months ahead! If you are new to this WebToon, you can start at the beginning here!
Then be sure to listen to my engaging interview with Tom Marvelli, creator of the fascinating comic mini-series The Boy in the Bot! You can still buy the debut part of this excellent book at their Kickstarter site! Here’s the description: “Introducing Another Door Comics’ debut title, The Boy in the Bot: What is Project B.L.U.E.?—the first book in an exciting sci-fi trilogy.” Tom tells us how this engaging comic came to be, who the characters are, and what else he might have coming our way soon! Don’t miss it!
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It’s another great doubleheader episode this week! In Episode #665, it all starts with Philip Tarl Denson from Future Tales, then everything concludes with Marco Finnigan with Calavera, P.I.!
Philip Tarl Denson is the writer/creator of the futuristic cyberpunk graphic novel called Future Tales. This book is described this way: “WELCOME TO THE FAIRY TALE APOCALYPSE! Future Tales is a cyberpunk reimagining of classic fairy tales set in a post-apocalyptic world. From RED the hooded messenger to LOX the street urchin who encounters the mutant cyborg B.E.A.R.s, JACK who infiltrates the sky city, and ELLA who has a heart of gold and leg of metal, these are beloved characters like you've never seen them before.” We examine how this graphic novel came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Philip in the months ahead! You can now order this book through Amazon.com!
Then be sure to listen to my fun interview with Marco Finnegan, creator of the fascinating four-issue comic mini-series Calavera, P.I.! The debut part of this stylish book is coming to local comics shops this Wednesday, November 6! Here’s the description: “SOMETIMES IT TAKES A DEAD MAN TO CRACK THE CASE! From the desk of rising star Marco Finnegan (Morning Star, Night People), walk the shadow-shrouded alleys of Hollywoodland to solve the mystery of Calavera—a newly resurrected private investigator whose first case is about to straddle the blood-soaked boundaries between the living and the dead.” Marco discusses how this fascinating comic came to be, who the characters are, and what else he just might have coming our way soon! Let your local shop know today that you want this book!
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Are you ready for another fun crowdfunding doubleheader episode this week? In Episode #664, it begins with Mark Maia from So-Called Living, then concludes with the return of Jay Magnum from the excellent Astral franchise, both of which have Kickstarter projects ending soon!
It all kicks off with my fun interview with Mark Maia, who discusses his Kickstarter for So-Called Living Books 3-4. The book is described this way: “So-Called Living is a dark comedy set in a world where the extraordinary is ordinary. Vampires, werewolves, and zombies live among us normies in a world much like our own—well, except for all the vampires, werewolves, and zombies, that is.” We examine how this series came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Mark in the months ahead! Be sure to back this crowdfunder before it concludes this Thursday, October 31, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. EDT.
Then everything wraps up with the return of a favorite here at the podcast, Astral creator Jay Magnum! He has his current crowdfunding project underway on Kickstarter. Here’s the description: “It's the highly-anticipated FOURTH adventure in the critically-acclaimed Astral series! Action, sci-fi, and humor blend in this high-octane adventure about a disgraced ex-astronaut (Jonathan DeVane), who must assemble a rag-tag team of misfits— including one of the enemy (Lila)— to stop a devastating attack on Earth by malevolent extraterrestrials called “Astrals!’” Jay discusses the latest news in this franchise’s development, who the characters are, and what else he and his team have coming our way soon! Be sure to back this crowdfunder before it also concludes on Monday, November 4, 2024, at 10:00 p.m. EDT.
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This week, it’s time for another great doubleheader episode, and it begins with Steve Bynoe from Atrium #1-5, then concludes with Joseph Sieracki from The Life and Death of the Brave Captain Suave trade paperback, which is crowdfunding on Zoop.gg!
The episode starts with my interesting interview with Steve Bynoe, who discusses his already successful Kickstarter for Atrium #1-5 – An Action Horror Thriller. The book is described this way: “Humanity's fate lies in the hands of two paramedics and their security detail as they race against time to deliver a donor heart.” We examine how this mini-series came to be, who the characters are, and what we can expect from these creators in the months ahead! Be sure to back this crowdfunder before it concludes this Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at 3:51 p.m. EDT.
Then everything wraps up with my fun conversation with Captain Suave creator Joseph Sieracki, who has this current crowdfunding project underway with Zoop.gg. Here’s the description: “The Life and Death of the Brave Captain Suave is a metatextual comic book series about a homeless man living in Cleveland, Ohio, who believes he is an actual superhero.” Joe discusses how this unique book came to be, who the characters are, and what else he and his team have coming our way soon! Be sure to back this crowdfunder before it also concludes this Wednesday, October 23, 2024.
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I hope you’re ready for another great doubleheader episode, this time beginning with Ahoy Comics’ new Toxic Avenger mini-series creators Matt Bors and Fred Harper, then concluding with Danny Hellman from Jacked Tracts, which is crowdfunding on Zoop.gg!
The episode starts with my fun interview with writer Matt Bors, returning to the podcast, and first-timer artist Fred Harper. They’re bringing a new take on Toxic Avenger, which is being described this way: “It’s an all-new 5-issue comic book series starring THE TOXIC AVENGER, the satirical hero of the Troma Films cult classic films. Having already spawned five films, a cartoon, action figures, a musical, and a Marvel comic book series, the Toxic Avenger is a pop culture icon.” We talk about how this new mini-series came to be, who the characters are, and what we can expect from these two creators in the months ahead! The first issue has just been released, so be sure to check with your local comics shop, who can order the books for you if they don’t already have a copy in stock!
Then everything wraps up with my excellent conversation with Jacked Tracts creator Danny Hellman, who has this current crowdfunding project underway with Zoop.gg. Here’s the description: “Jacked Tracts is a spirited satire of those notorious Christian comic tracts that thrilled and traumatized American kids throughout the late 20th Century. Its rollicking re-examination of these comics from a contemporary perspective is sure to delight believers and heathens alike!” Danny discusses how this book came to be, who the characters and creators are, and what else he has coming soon! Be sure to back this already successful crowdfunder before it concludes on Wednesday, October 16, 2024.
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This week, it’s time for another very special doubleheader episode, beginning with DC’s Absolute Batman creators Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta, then concluding with Indie great Phoebe Xavier!
Everything kicks off with my terrific interview featuring the return of Scott Snyder, this time with artist Nick Dragotta, who are both taking the Dark Knight where “no Batman has gone before” starting this Wednesday, October 9! Here’s how this book is described: “If there’s one big Batman comic news story of the year, it is without a doubt Absolute Batman.” We talk about how this new take on Batman came to be, who the various characters are, then find out what Scott and Nick can tell us about what they have in store for us in the months ahead! Thanks so much to DC’s Michael Shelling for making this interview possible!
Then it all concludes with the return of Phoebe Xavier to the podcast, who is Kickstarting the third volume of the 13th Moon anthology series. Here’s the description: “It’s a Comic Book Horror Anthology with six stories by a variety of talented teams!” Phoebe discusses how this book came to be, who the characters and creators are, and what else 123GO! has coming soon! Be sure to back this excellent crowdfunder before it concludes on Friday, November 1, 2024, at 11:59 PM EDT.
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Chris Stevens from The Golem of Venice Beach returns in Episode #660 this week!
Chris Stevens is the multiple Eisner award-winning editor with a fascinating Kickstarter project called The Golem of Venice Beach, Volumes 1 and 2, which you can support at this link! The project has continued to attract a stellar line-up of creators. The first volume included Bill Sienkiewicz and Michael Allred, and this second book is described this way: “Book 2 will again be an oversized deluxe hardcover and is a whopping 184 pages (32 more than Book 1, which is also available for purchase in this campaign!). It picks up directly where the first volume left off in Venice Beach, California.” We discuss how the book came to be, who the characters are, and what we can expect from this creative team in the coming months. Be sure to support it before the project concludes this Friday, October 4, at 12:00 a.m.!
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!
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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 and local comics shops!
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 has 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!
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!
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 & Destroy is 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!
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 Game is 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!
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Eisner-nominated creator Jordan Morris talks about his latest release, Youth Group, this week in Episode #650!
Jordan is known for his previous book, Bubble and Youth Group, which 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!
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's 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!
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!
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!
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!
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 plaque, 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 on 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 from 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!
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 to back this project before it concludes on Tuesday, 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!
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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High-power comics creator Graham Nolan talks about his new crowdfunding IndieGoGo project bringing Return to Monster Island back to Compass Comics! It all takes place in Episode 627 of the Wayne’s Comics Podcast this week!
Graham is an award-winning cartoonist and writer, best known for his long run on Batman in Detective Comics and as the designer and co-creator of the iconic Batman villain Bane. He is also the creator of the graphic novel Monster Island and the web-comic Sunshine State, and he’s also the co-creator of the horror adventure series Joe Frankenstein. His IndieGoGo project for Return to Monster Island can be supported at this link! It’s described this way: “More monsters! More aliens! More classic comics adventure: Return to Monster Island by Graham Nolan!” Be sure to support this excellent project as soon as you finish listening to our fun conversation! Update: This project raised $26,000 in just four hours! Don’t let that delay your supporting Graham and accessing his terrific book!
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Breakout writer Chris Condon talks about adapting Barry Gordon’s acclaimed novel Night People for Oni Press in Episode 626 of the Wayne’s Comics Podcast this week!
Chris is best known for That Texas Blood and The Enfield Gang Massacre, among other excellent works, and he discusses bringing the four-issue Night People mini-series to your local comics shop with Wayne! The book is described this way: “Night People is beyond noir, a parable that embodies both a revision of the past and riddle for the present, informed by the Church on the One Hand and the Church on the Other Hand that portends a future wherein whoever is left on the planet are cast forth on an even more mysterious and perilous voyage on a ghost ship sailing into the Sea of Red.” Chris talks about bringing this novel to comics, who the characters are, and what we can expect from this high-power Oni Press offering in the months ahead! Don’t forget to let your local shop know you want to order this book right away!
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Happy Anniversary! The podcast is now 13 years old, so to celebrate, we feature two great interviews! It starts with Dave Baker from Mary Tyler Moorehawk and then wraps up with the creators from Invader Comics’ Neurocron!
Dave’s Mary Tyler Moorehawk is described as “Jonny Quest meets Infinite Jest.” The book answers the question: Who is Mary Tyler Moorehawk? How did she save the world from a dimension-hopping megalomaniac? Why was her TV show canceled after only nine episodes? And what happened to the reclusive genius behind her creation? I have a great time discussing this book with Dave as we explore who the characters are, the book’s mind-bending art style, and what Dave is up to in the months ahead! Tell your local comics shop you want it when it is released on February 13!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with the creators of Neurocron from Invader Comics! I talk with scripters Daniel Powell and Erin Foley-Chan, and artist Dennis Calero! The book is described this way: “When a seemingly random murder turns up an illegal, biotech-enhanced corpse, FBI Agent Vera Morales pulls at the threads and becomes embroiled in a conspiracy that could very well change the course of human evolution.” We talk about how the book came to be, who the characters are, and what we can expect from this high-power team in the coming months! Be sure to support this here on Kickstarter before February 10 and let your local comics shop know you want this book, which will be released on February 28!
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We’re in it for the Long Haul in Episode 624 as Wayne talks with this comic’s co-scripter Heath Amodio!
Heath worked with Cullen Bunn (who recently appeared in Episode #621) to develop and make this excellent book (as announced here at MajorSpoilers.com) that will be available on February 21, 2024, in local comics shops, then on March 5, 2024, in retail bookstores. The book is described this way: “The Barren Highways of the American West Become a Place of Terror and Violence in a No-Holds-Barred Tale Not for the Squeamish!” We discuss who the characters are, how the book came to be, and what we can expect from Heath in the coming months! Be sure to let your local shop know you want to order this high-octane thriller of a graphic novel today!
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In Episode 623, we explore a lost Jack Kirby masterpiece with Tom Kraft and Rand Hoppe from the Jack Kirby Museum!
Sky Masters of the Space Force – The Complete Sunday Strips in Color can be backed here at zoop.gg and contains all 54 complete Sunday strips and extra panels, all painstakingly remastered for this deluxe volume. The book contains classic Kirby art (inked by Wally Wood and Dick Ayers as well as by Kirby himself) and provides the adventures of Major Sky Masters during the early days of space exploration in the late 1950s. We talk about how the strip came to be, about Kirby’s legendary influence that continues on today, and what the Kirby Museum is about and up to in the coming months! This historic first official crowdfunding campaign for a Jack Kirby book reached its goal in just a few hours after it began, but they still would appreciate all the support fans can give it! Be sure to back this excellent project at Zoop.gg today!
The podcast kicks off 2024 in Episode 622 with the return of Cullen Bunn, a terrific comics creator!
Cullen has a Zoop.gg crowdfunding project underway for Copycat! This series is described this way: “Sarah is an ER nurse with a unique power to diagnose her patients with just one touch. Unfortunately, her power comes at a painful cost, as she suffers the same agony as those she cares for. For fans of Atomic Blonde and John Wick.” We talk about how this book came to be, who the characters are, and what we can expect from Cullen in the coming months! Be sure to support this excellent project at Zoop.gg today!
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It’s time to wrap up 2023 in Episode 621 with a great conversation with an excellent up-and-coming comics creator, Olivia Cuartero-Briggs!
Olivia is an award-winning dramatic writer, fitness junky, and girl mom, born and raised in New York City. She’s also the author of Mary Shelley Monster Hunter and Silver City with Aftershock Comics as well as the upcoming Fate: The Winx Saga graphic novel series from Maverick. Jill and the Killers is her groundbreaking new series debuting with Oni Press in January, and it’s described this way: “Returning to school after the unsolved disappearance of her mother, teenager Jill Estrada can’t wait for things to return to normal . . . even as her friends become compulsively obsessed with Box Killers, a true-crime subscription game where each month's ‘unsolved case’ is custom-tailored to the life of its player. There’s only one catch: Jill’s game seems to be all too real . . . and when her clues begin to connect to a series of disappearances in her town, Jill and her friends must uncover the truth behind these mysterious crimes before one of their own becomes the next victim.” We talk about how this book came to be, who the characters are, and what we can expect from Olivia in the coming months! It’s a fun discussion, just a perfect way to wrap up 2023! Be sure to let your local comics shop know you want this high-octane title today! Be back next week as we kick off 2024!
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In Episode 620, Patrick Lay from Dark Horse’s upcoming Death Strikes: The Emperor of Atlantis graphic novel along with a holiday tradition!
Patrick and I talk about this timely and timeless original graphic novel from him as artist and journalist Dave Maas, due in bookstores on January 23 and in comics shops on January 24. It’s described this way: “From 1941 to 1945, the Nazis operated a concentration camp called Terezín (or Theresienstadt) 30 miles outside Prague in what is modern-day Czech Republic. The former fortress town was home to many Jewish artists, writers, musicians, dramatists, actors, and other intellectuals. More than 140,000 people passed through Terezín during the war, and while only a few thousand outlived the Nazi regime, a vast amount of their writings, compositions and artworks survived to tell their stories. This graphic novel is based on one of these works, Peter Kien and Viktor Ullmann’s opera Der Kaiser von Atlantis, which Kien and Ullmann did not live to see performed. Through satire and fantasy, the narrative presents many lessons for modern society on war and technology, but its greatest lesson is that none of us must ever forget that beauty and humor can be found even in the face of doom.” We discuss how this book came to be, what else Patrick is working on, and the importance of this story for today’s world.
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 2023 with another terrific conversation with another great comics professional!
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Have you been reading T-Bird & Throttle, a high-octane Indie comic? This week, in Episode 619, creator/writer/artist Josh Howard discusses his excellent book!
Josh and his How Rad Comics company have been providing T-Bird & Throttle for some time now, and the results are outstanding! It’s described this way: “A disgraced superhero faces a sinister conspiracy as he seeks to revive his crime-fighting career.” The first story, called T-Bird & Throttle Vs. The Moon Men, has been released in a collected edition while the latest one-shot, T-Bird & Throttle Vs. the Ape Men, is now available! We discuss how the series came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Josh in the coming months with this series and his other books, including Dead @17 and Black Harvest. You can buy his books here at his website, so be sure to order your copies today!
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Antarctica is a hot Indie book from Top Cow, and this week Wayne brings back creator Simon Birks from Blue Fox Comics to talk about it!
Simon has been bringing a lot of excellent Indie comics to us, and now Top Cow has just released issue #6 of Antarctica. This series is described this way: “Stargate meets His Dark Materials in this emotionally driven sci-fi story! It’s an incredible experience full of unique twists and turns that will keep everyone guessing right up until the end.” You can now pick up the collected first five-issue story arc, which we discuss, as well as the latest issue, #6, at your local comics shop! Be sure you can read this blockbuster series after ordering it today!
This week in Episode 617, you’ll enjoy two fun and fascinating interviews—Going Green’s Scott Duvall and Sean Reliford, then Ahoy Comics’ Tom Peyer and Stuart Moore!
First up, Scott Duvall and Sean Reliford from Going Green, and they have a crowdfunding project going on now with zoop.gg! Their series is described this way: “GOING GREEN is the supernatural family drama of Locke & Key meets the biological horror of Annihilation in a modern-day monster comic with heart. This is a tale of family, loss, and second chances in a strange new world where the dead emerge from soil derived from their composted remains, giving them life anew.” This zoop.gg project will conclude soon—around December 6—so be sure to back it today!
Then everything wraps up with the return of Tom Peyer and Stuart Moore from Ahoy Comics! We explore works from each creator, including The Wrong Earth/Dragonfly & Dragonflyman from Tom as well as Stuart’s Captain Ginger! The company is celebrating a special anniversary, which we discuss, so congratulations! I highly recommend you get these titles and the rest of this company’s offerings!
I’m thankful this week’s show is yet another great doubleheader Kickstarter show in Episode #616! Wayne talks with Rich Davis from Reign of Dracula #1, then Anthony D. Stokes with Intrusive Thoughts #2!
Rich has returned to discuss his book called Reign of Dracula #1. This book, which has a Kickstarter project going on until Wednesday, November 29, is described this way: “This 48-page horror graphic novel features Bram Stoker's characters reimagined for a new world!” We talk about how this series fits into his multi-part vampire epic, who the various characters are, and what Rich has coming our way in the upcoming months! Be sure to back this project as soon as you can!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with Anthony D. Stokes, who has the second is his series called Intrusive Thoughts on Kickstarter that is concluding on Thursday, November 30! It’s described this way: “An orphan's mental health deteriorates once his sleep paralysis demon breaks out of his head and bites his classmate.” We talk about how Anthony put this 32-page book together, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from him in the months ahead!
Be sure to support this crowdfunding project after you listen to our fun interview!
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It’s another great doubleheader show this week in Episode #615! Wayne talks with Wells Thompson from Depths: Book One, then Mack Flavelle from Oni Ronin! Wells is back again as a favorite here at the podcast, and he’s discussing his book scripted with Dalton Shannon called Depths: Book One. This book, which has a Zoop.gg project going on until Thursday, November 22, is described this way: “Depths: Book One is a 112-page graphic novel about grief, depression, and the strength it takes to carry on!” We talk about how this series came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Wells and Dalton in the coming months! Be sure to back this project as soon as you can! Then everything wraps up with my interview with Mack Flavelle, who has a terrific book called Oni Ronin that is coming out on November 28 from Dark Horse! It’s described this way: “Oni Ronin is a story of cowardice and redemption set in the Sengoku (“Warring States”) period of Japanese history.” We talk about how Mack and this team put this book together, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Mack in the months ahead! Be sure to let your local comics shop know you want Oni Ronin as soon as possible! Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patreon member. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future!
It’s a special crowdfunding tripleheader this week in Episode #614! Wayne talks with Jason Michael Primrose from Lost Children of Andromeda: The Arrival, then Cam Kerkau from Gilgamesh: Eternal #3, then Nandor Fox Shaffer from The Fabled Offering #1!
The Arrival is the first official comic book from Jason's Lost Children of Andromeda universe. This book, which has a Zoop.gg project going on until Thursday, November 16, is described this way: “The awakening of humanity begins… just as the world starts to end!” We talk about how this series came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Jason in the coming months! Be sure to back this project as soon as you can!
Next, Cam Kerkau returns as he discusses his latest Zoop.gg project, Gilgamesh: Eternal #1-3 The Complete Series. The crowdfunder for this book, which will conclude on Friday, November 17, is described this way: “The world’s first story comes to its epic conclusion in the third and final issue of this popular fantasy-action comic series!” We talk about this series will wrap up (without spoilers), who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Cam in the future! Make sure you back this project soon as well!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with Nandor Fox Shaffer, who has a Kickstarter underway for The Fabled Offering #1! It’s described this way: “Grand Princess Aurelia must make an impossible choice to save herself. Will the Ancient Cizin accept her offering?” We catch up on Nandor’s previous books and delve into this mature sci-fi fantasy one-shot! This project will conclude on Friday, November 17, at 9:07 p.m., so be sure to support it once you listen to this episode!
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This week in Episode #613, I talk with Travis Horseman from Pythia: The Last Oracle and Jordan Thomas with The Man From Maybe! Pythia: The Last Oracle is a four-issue comic miniseries from Travis Horseman, who has brought us Amiculus: A Secret History, Sugar Creek, and In Noctem. This book, which has a Kickstarter project going on until Friday, November 17, at 11:59 p.m. EDT, is described this way: “The Pythia, Apollo’s Oracle of Delphi, must use her last prophecy to save the world, even if it means killing the god she serves.” We talk about how this series came to be, who the various characters are, and what we can expect from Travis in the coming months! Then everything wraps up with my interview with Jordan Thomas, who recently released the debut issue of The Man From Maybe, which is published by Oni Press. It’s described this way: "This is a two-fisted, 48-page injection of post-apocalyptic postmodernism!” Jordan is the scripter and creator of this big, pulpy adventure, so we explore how this three-issue miniseries came to be, who the various characters are, and what we might expect from it in the coming months! Be sure to let your local comics shop know you want this excellent comics title!
Celebrating the Halloween season this week in Episode #612, I talk with Cassandra Jones from Let Her Be Evil and Richard Pace with Coven: A Book of 100 Witches!
Let Her Be Evil is a celebration of unapologetically wicked women with cruel intentions—of the nasty, the vile, the rage-fueled monstresses who know exactly what they want and aren’t afraid to get it by any means necessary. Editor Cassandra Jones has collected an impressive team of forty-seven writers, artists, and letterers—many of whom have worked for Image, Dark Horse, DC, Boom!, and Marvel! We talk about how this book came to be, delve into several of the stories in this 128-page book, and what else we can expect from her in the near future! This Zoop.gg project will conclude around Thursday, November 9, so be sure to back it once you listen to this episode!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with Richard Pace, who also has a crowdfunding project happening on Zoop.gg, and his is for Coven: A Book of 100 Witches! It’s described this way: “Sassy, sexy, and full of supernatural charm, Richard Pace's witches have proved remarkably popular. All 62 daily drawings from Witchtober 2022 and 2023 as well as the 38 weekly Witchy Wednesday drawings are now contained in this book!” We talk about how this collection came to be, the special offers Richard is making for this crowdfunder, and what he has coming in the months ahead! This Zoop.gg project will conclude on Thursday, November 2, so be sure to back it once you finish listening to this episode!
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Eric July from The Rippaverse is the guest this week in Episode #611!
Eric heads up The Rippaverse, an indie comics publishing group that describes itself as “a comic book company for comic book readers.” We talk about his exceptionally successful crowdfunding campaigns for both issues of ISOM (which you can buy at this link), the team he is assembling to expand the universe he’s been creating, and what we can expect from them in the coming months! Don’t miss this fun conversation!
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This week in Episode #610, Wayne talks with Dan Price from Bigfoot Knows Karate: Hinagon on Kickstarter!
Dan is an accomplished comics creator who has worked on several Indie comics projects including Bigfoot Knows Karate, Latex Avenger, Halloween Man Meets Latex Avenger, Master of the Obvious, and Excelsi-ish! for the Stan Lee Foundation. His latest Kickstarter project is Bigfoot Knows Karate: Hinagon, which is described this way: “Bigfoot must overcome a creature of incredible power in Feudal Japan! Think Godzilla vs Kong meets Kill Bill.”We discuss how this project came to be, how it fits in the Bigfoot Knows Karate scheme of things, and what we can expect from Dan in the future! This Kickstarter will conclude soon—Friday, October 20, 2023, at 8:01 p.m., so be sure to back it once you listen to our fun conversation!
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Jay Magnum from Astral: Vengeance is back for a fun conversation in Episode #609!
Jay is a creative force behind the great Astral series of OGNs, and he’s offering the latest chapters in Astral Vengeance at this link on Kickstarter!! It’s described this way: “Issues #1-3 of the cool REVENGE TALE in the highly-acclaimed “ASTRAL” series! Also available: FULL ‘ASTRAL THRILL3GY’ SAGA (333 pages!)” As usual, we also delve into the comics industry, always a fun discussion with Jay! You can keep up with him at his website and also buy all his great offerings at his online store at this link! Be sure to support Jay’s high-octane comics!
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It’s the return of Joel Rodriguez from Metal Ninja Studios in Episode #608 this week! Joel has a Kickstarter underway for Dusk County Chronicles: Nightfall #1-3—The Final Nightmare that concludes on Saturday, October 7, at 9 am EDT! It’s described this way: “The thrilling 32-page comic conclusion of Lori, Susan, and Lacey's horrific journey through the dangerous towns of Dusk County.” We discuss who the various characters are, how the series came to be, and what we can expect from this creative and supportive team in the future! Be sure to support this scary comic as soon as you finish listening to our fun conversation!
In Episode #607 this week, Dalton Shannon from Frankenstein the Unconquered returns!
Dalton has a Kickstarter underway with Wells Thompson for their Frankenstein the Unconquered series that will conclude Thursday, October 5, at 12:00 PM EDT. It’s described this way: “Frankenstein's monster thaws from the ice 500 years in the future to find a bombed-out apocalypse as hideous and broken as he is.” We discuss who the various characters are, how the series came to be, and what we can expect from this creative duo in the future! Be sure to support this great comic as soon as you finish listening to our fun conversation!
Wayne’s interview with Mat Groom from Inferno Girl Red is featured this week in Episode #606! Mat Groom discusses his special project, Inferno Girl Red books one and two! It’s described this way: “Inferno Girl Red combines the high school super-heroic drama of Into the Spider-Verse with the dynamic storytelling and world-building of Japanese tokusatsu superheroes, and the intrigue and relationship drama of British boarding school fiction.” We discuss what made this intriguing book happen, who the characters are, and what else Mat is working on! This project will be funded if it reaches its goal by Thursday, September 21, so be sure to support it on Kickstarter today!
Barney Smith from Dadder Jokes is featured in Episode 605! Barney Smith is a proud dad, podcaster, artist, and storyteller. His team previously worked on the popular book Dad Jokes, released in 2022 to an overwhelming response! Now, they're back with a brand-new installment, Dadder Jokes, and they can't wait to make you laugh! This project is doing well on Kickstarter, but they would be happy to receive your support before it concludes this Friday, September 15, at 9:18 a.m. EDT! Go to that link once you listen to our fun conversation!
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, overrun by AI-driven robots, a lone pig is on a quest to smash them all!” We discuss what made this fascinating tale happen, who the characters are, and what else Tony is working on! This project will be funded if it reaches its goal by Thursday, September 7, so support it today!
Then everything wraps up with my interview with William O. Tyler, who is crowdfunding We Belong. It’s described this way: “It’s an All-Black, All-Queer Sci-Fi and Fantasy Comics Anthology!” William is both editing and contributing to this 100+ page book, so we talk about how it’s coming together, who some of the creators are, and how Black queer people do exist everywhere, in every time and space! Be sure to back this excellent project before it concludes on Thursday, September 14!
Episode 471 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! Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patreon member. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future!
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!
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, shabby little speakeasy Lackadaisy is barely hanging on in 1927.” It focuses on the unassuming Little Daisy Cafe run by the widowed and strong-willed Mitzi May. Lackadaisy still holds its own in the rough-and-ready world of bootleggin' bandits. We talk about how successful this book and frachise has come to be, delve into the characters, and talk about how Lackadaisy is keeping her happily busy! This crowdfunding campaign will conclude on Thursday, August 24, so be sure to support it now!
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 Are Scarlet Twilight! As always, Ben writes, pencils, inks, and colors the entire series! You can purchase the hardcover collection at zoop.gg! Here’s the description: “As a long civil war ends, the once-celebrated hero CAPTAIN AUGUST finds himself in the center of an intergalactic controversy. Running out of time and options, he accepts a dangerous mission to a decaying planet--and finds that the war isn't nearly over! An action-packed sci-fi thriller that remixes the nostalgia of 80's cartoons in a contemporary style!” We discuss who the various characters are as well as what the future holds for this engaging franchise! Don’t miss this special discussion and find out how you can join in!
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 “a 68-page adventure/romance comic about discovering love in unexpected places, making sacrifices, and fighting for what's important in your life.” It focuses on Iselda, who has trained her entire life for this moment, and Camille, the foreigner standing in her way. We talk about how this book came to be, delve into the characters, and talk about what else Wells is up to in the coming months! Don’t miss this excellent tale of two legendary duelists fighting to the death in a tournament when they catch feelings while crossing swords! This Kickstarter will conclude on Thursday, August 10, at 12:00 PM EDT, so be sure to support it once you listen to this fun conversation!
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 been released, so Eric discusses the engaging cast of characters (including werewolf private eye Janie Jones “Strummer” Mecado) as well as how all this ties in to enigmatic client-turned-nemesis Rainsford Black! It’s all coming from Ahoy Comics, so don’t miss what Eric has to say about this second storyline and the potential future of this successful comics franchise!
This week’s show, #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 by Ahoy Comics! It’s described this way: “CON & ON is the romance of every big convention, the bittersweet journey through time and success, the highs and the lows, and the silliness. It’s the story of every fan and every pro and everyone who’s just trying to make a buck in the midst of extremity. Through the narratives of our large cast of characters we see, in miniature, the story of the last few decades of modern comics: how some things have changed and how some things have stayed exactly the damn same.” We talk about Paul’s con experiences as well as what inspired this comic, so be sure not to miss this great discussion! Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patreon member. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future!
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 attention with his self-published crime series MURDER BOOK. He broke into the public spotlight in 2012 with the crime/time-travel thriller series COMEBACK (Shadowline/Image Comics). Since then, he's written and co-created four other series published by Image: SHELTERED, THE FIELD, THE MANTLE, and THE VIOLENT. MURDER BOOK was collected and released by Dark Horse in early 2015. Ed has also written for DC, Marvel, BOOM, IDW, Aftershock, and many others. Ed and I talk about his current comics, including Batman Incorporated and Alpha Flight, so don’t miss this fun conversation with an in-demand comics creator! Find out more about Ed at his website at this link!
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: “The perfect vampire hunter is a unicorn... and he's on a mission to find answers about his past.” 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!
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 Society & Monstrous Magazine! It’s described this way: “Throughout history and infinite dimensions, there exists a secret group of supernatural investigators operating on the fringes of society, lurking in the shadows, working the strangest cases with little reward. They are hardboiled zombies and ghosts, mythological creatures, ass-kicking vampires, and even tortured humans. Uncanny sleuths whose normal is bizarre and weird. Now, for the first time, their adventures are together in this one-of-a-kind anthology.” The book contains 13 short stories, each accompanied by a full-page illustration by artists including Zac Atkinson and J. K. Woodward! This project will conclude on Wednesday, June 28, at 11:59 pm EDT, so be sure to support it as soon as you listen to our fun interview! Don’t miss it!
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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 interview with creator/writer Alexander Banchitta from Fright Comics as he talks about his new comics series’ The Legion of Exceptional Gorilla Men and Rawhead Reborn. You should always expect the unexpected from Alex since he’s a master at throwing curve balls when it comes to his fast-paced scripts and relatable characters! He updates us on both of these comics as well as other projects coming our way in the near future! Alex tells us how to access these books during our interview, so be sure to listen!
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 Jorge Molina on zoop.gg. The book will feature Jorge’s favorite artwork from his 15 years as an artist in the comic book industry and the videogame industry. He has been an artist, designer, and creator on titles including Star Wars, Spider-Man, Thor, Avengers, X-Men, and Batman. His videogame work includes serving as a concept designer for Activision, Crystal Dynamics, Zynga, and the Initiative. We discuss his crowdfunding campaign (which hit its goal in just five hours), his career as an artist, and what we can expect from him in the future! Be sure to support his campaign as soon as you listen to our fun conversation!
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, a great whodunit style murder mystery set in a future ravaged by a climate disaster. The first volume in this epic trilogy has already been released, so we talk about how this book came to be, who the various characters (including Mordecai Crow) are, and when we can expect the next volumes to be released! Don’t miss this fun conversation with an excellent comics creator!
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, a punk rock/DIY Indie comic being crowdfunded on Zoop.gg. It’s described this way: “After five years of hard work, passion and sacrifice, the epic indie crime-scifi-noir comic by Jason Copland is FINALLY being collected here for the first time! FULL TILT is a perfect book for those that love gritty noir tales, dystopian future realities and kinetic black and white art. Think Sin City meets The Godfather in the setting of Blade Runner.” We discuss what made Full Tilt happen, who the characters are, and what else he is working on! This project will be funded if it reaches its goal by Thursday, June 8, so be sure to support it today!
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!
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!
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 here, 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
This week in Episode #585, you’ll enjoy great crowdfunding doubleheader interviews, and it features comics pro 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 before it concludes on Monday, May 1, at 2:59 a.m. EDT!
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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!
In Episode #583 this week, Wayne Hall talks 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! Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patreon member. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future!
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 months ahead! Be sure to listen to this fun interview and back his great book today!
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!
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!
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, the 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 learn how you can join in!
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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 whose 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?
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!
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!
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! Phillip is 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 reader's 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! Don’t miss next week’s episode as we wrap up 2022 with another terrific conversation with another great comics professional!
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!
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! This Zoop.gg crowdfunding project will conclude around December 16! Be sure not to miss this great conversation!
Don’t miss my 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 (including that book's annual coming out this week). 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 has recently been released! It’s described as “a fusion of The Golden Girls, Sex and the City, and Twilight Zone starring unlikely time-travelers Hildy and Trista. Hildy has a big secret: Her Manhattan apartment comes with a time portal and membership in the Guild of Independent Lady Temporalists. Their prime directive: Do not alter the past without co-op board approval!” We explore this unique story, including the exceptional characters and what they’re up to! You won’t want to miss this fun conversation!
Then everything wraps up with the return of creator Paul Cornell, who has a Zoop.gg fundraising project underway for The Completed Saucer Country! This book he’s finished with artist Ryan Kelly is described this way: “Saucer Country is a dark thriller that blends UFO lore and alien abduction with political intrigue, all set in the hauntingly beautiful Southwest. Experience the full story of alien abductee Arcadia Alvarado's campaign to be U.S. President... and her search for the truth of what happened to her, in the comic that suggested there was Russian intervention in U.S. politics way before it was cool!” It will conclude in early December, and Paul fills us in on what else he’s working on as well, so you’ll enjoy another great interview with this high-power comics creator!
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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 sure to support “The Strange Fate of Driver.Two” on Kickstarter.com at this link! His book is described as: “The spine-tingling thirty-page third issue of the comic book science fiction epic. Alien abductions, ghosts, and staff turnover, oh my!” Be sure to support this terrific project after you have listened to this episode! Then everything wraps up with author and illustrator Edmund Trueman, who explores the fractious story of the Congo in his comprehensive graphic history Postcards from Congo. Now available from Arsenal Pulp Press, the book brings the country’s story vividly alive. It’s described this way: “From resistance against colonialism to the fight for independence and the self-determination to make a life in an almost stateless place, Postcards from Congo depicts how the Congolese people have resisted and survived in order to take control of their lives and the country they call home.” Highly recommended! Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patreon member. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future!
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, including Layla in the Lands of After, Anyman, Godsend, and Wisdom! (Since this interview, he's added a fifth--The Edward Gloom Mysteries!) We delve into each comic, then talk about his stellar career, including his work on Justice League and Ben Reilly, Spider-Man! This Kickstarter will conclude on Thursday, November 10, at 11:58 a.m., so don’t miss it! His interview begins at 2:13. Next is Eisner-nominated creator Matt Lesniewski, who has a Zoop.gg campaign going for Faceless and the Family! It’s described this way: “A sci-fi/post-apocalyptic journery where a strange and lovable group of misfits form a family! It will also end on November 10, so don’t wait! Support this campaign today! His discussion starts at 51:19. Then everything wraps up with the return of the great team from Insymmetry Creations, Matt Knowles and Steph Cannon! Their Kickstarter for Heirs of Isildur: The Perilous Prospects Books l and ll will finish up on Thursday, November 10, at 9 p.m. ET! It’s described as “Apocalyptic sci-fi set in a Steampunk world. The catastrophe in Shadow’s Haven worsens because of the skies above and the citizens below!” We discuss the series and what Matt and Steph are up to, always a fun discussion! Be sure to support their excellent comics! Their interview kicks off at 1:47:40. Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patreon member. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future!
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 modern fantasy adventure that reads like an episode of It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia meets TMNT.” We discuss how the comic came to be and what else Chris is up to! Then everything wraps up with the return of George Michail from the great Cover of Darkness series, and he’s offering a hardcover edition and a new card game at this link on Kickstarter!! It’s described this way: “Deluxe Hardcover Graphic Novel collecting COVER OF DARKNESS issues 1-6 and our brand new, monster themed, all-ages Card Game.” We discuss the series and how the card game came to be, always a fun discussion with George! Be sure to support his excellent horror comics!
Jeffrey Eyser from the 'Revenge Of' local 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 community. Jeff is a television and film production designer and one of the people who created this local comics shop that attracts fans of all kinds. They sell a variety of comics “from the most popular comic release, to graphic novels that teach us how to use personal pronouns correctly, to action series without guns, to graphic novels about superheroes of color.” We talk about how the store came to be, the special events they conduct for their customers, and what we can expect from them in the coming months! Don’t miss this great conversation about a shop that’s taking the industry into the future! For more about them, you can go to this link! Thanks to Sophia Olson and the team at Impact24pr for making this interview happen! Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patreon member. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future!
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 up with Joe Eisma! Thanks so much to IDW and Laura McGregor from Scandal Co-Active for setting up these fun conversations discussing Star Trek comics! Here’s the sequence and times you can hear each interview during the podcast:
- JK Woodward 2:09
- Chris Fenoglio 9:30
- Sean Von Gorman 17:32
- Joe Eisma 26:20
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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 thaws from the ice 500 years in the future to find a bombed out apocalypse as hideous and broken as he is.” We discuss how the comic came to be and what else Wells and Dalton are up to! You can check out Dalton’s website site and Wells’ site here! Be sure to support their Kickstarter project as soon as you have finished listening to our great conversation!
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 replaced with the sword, the bullet replaced by the fist, two opposing characters from opposite worlds are forced to work together to save the people they love.” We discuss how the comic came to be and what else Mike is up to! Then everything wraps up with the return of Jay Magnum from the great Astral series of OGNs, and he’s offering the latest chapters in Astral Vengeance at this link on Kickstarter!! It’s described this way: “Issues #1-2 of the cool REVENGE TALE in the highly-acclaimed "ASTRAL" series! Also available: FULL "ASTRAL THRILL3GY" SAGA (333 pages!)” As usual, we also delve into the comics industry, always a fun discussion with Jay! You can keep up with him at his website and also buy all his great offerings at his online store at this link! Be sure to support Jay’s high-octane comics!
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 world from zombies if he wants to save himself… Bummer.” We discuss how the comic came to be and what else Oneshi Press is up to! Be sure to support this project as soon as you have finished listening to our great conversation!
Episode #554 is a great doubleheader featuring interviews with Tom Pinchuk from Clash of the Classics and Nandor Shaffer from Man-Child!
Back again is Tom, the creator of Remember Any Xenon? and he has a new series debuting called Clash of the Classics! The very first issue deals with "Don Quixote" fighting “The War of the Worlds”. It’s described this way: “Humanity has an unlikely defender in Don Quixote in this action-packed tale of aliens versus knights!” You can buy it here at this link! Then everything wraps up with the return of Nandor Shaffer, the creator of Seasons who has a new series out called Man-Child! Issues one and two are now available via Kickstarter at this link! The book is described this way: “Monarch-Crier and Rufus return as fantasy and reality collide in this tribute to the work and life of Stan Lee and comic book fandom!” After you listen to our fun conversation, be sure to back this excellent project which will conclude on Saturday, October 1, at 8:08 p.m. EDT!
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! This comic is described this way: “What begins as one woman’s search for her own artist courage unravels into a stunning look into what jazz music can teach us about our search for the truest versions of ourselves.” We discuss how this title came to be, what else Dave is up to, and what music can mean to comics fans! For more on this terrific book, go to his website or order it through your local bookstore or comics shop!
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 fifth issue of the fast-paced story asks "what if people with disabilities gained powers OPPOSITE of their impairment?" We discuss developments in this series, several other comics Jonathan has coming our way, and what cons you might catch him at soon! This Kickstarter will conclude on Thursday, September 22, at 8 a.m. EDT, so be sure to support it as soon as you can!
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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: “Accidental Renegades puts the ‘fun’ in ‘dysfunctional! It’s 36 pages of manga-inspired comic craziness about bumbling, super-powered mercenaries who unintentionally ignite a global revolution.” We discuss how this book came to be, what else Zed Comics Original is up to, and what the future holds for this entertaining and engaging book! His Kickstarter will conclude soon, so be sure to support it as soon as you finish listening to our fun interview!
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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 Dan Panosian: Urban Barbarian book is described this way: “An 8 ½” X 11” 116-page hardcover featuring covers, pin-ups, character designs, sequential pages, sneak peeks, zany commentary, and behind-the-scenes explorations of comic book artist Dan Panosian's greatest works to date.” Be sure to support this project as soon as you have finished listening to our fun conversation!
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 book is described this way: “Set in a world where humans and dogs are equals, Good Boy is a thrill-packed treat for anyone who loves action, dogs, and good stories.” Be sure to pick up this comic at your local comics shop or order it here as soon as you have finished listening to our fun conversation!
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 from Legendary Comics. This 128-page graphic novel tells the story of Kelly Castleton, a detail-oriented and by-the book contract lawyer who stumbles upon an ancient magic with the power to change everything. When fairy King Oberon is released from his enchanted imprisonment, he offers her three little wishes… what could possibly go wrong? We explore how the book came to be, who the characters are, and what else these talented creators are up to! Your local comics shop can order it or you can buy it here on amazon.com! Then everything wraps up with the return of Caleb Palmquist, who is running a successful Kickstarter campaign for Unicorn: Vampire Hunter #1-5. We talk about the series, what the future holds for it and its characters, and what other projects Caleb is working on, so you’ll enjoy what he has to say, as always!
It’s the return of Gerald J. Jones from Limitless Comics in Episode #547!
Jerry has a Kickstarter underway for his latest comics mini-series, which is called Mrs. Vengeance: Broken Pavement. You can support it now at this link. The book is described this way: “The Red Ghost of the Night known only as Mrs. Vengeance comes to life in this three-issue comic book mini-series from Limitless Comics.” It will conclude soon, be sure to support it as soon as you have finished listening to our fun conversation!
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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 described this way: “Time is running out as the bridge survivors attempt to rescue a missing child before he falls victim to the murderous infected.” It will conclude soon, so don’t wait! Support it as soon as you can! Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patreon member. It will help ensure Wayne's Comics Podcast continues far into the future!
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 book called The Posse: Fugitives Volume 1, which you can learn more about and support by going to this link! It’s described this way: “3 graphic novels, 2 story arcs, 1 universe - Magna faces her destiny & the Posse are forged in fire!” It will conclude soon, so don’t wait! Support it as soon as you can!
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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 published by Monstrous Books and Crystal Lake Publishing, is an anthology of horror short stories and sonnets inspired by Shakespeare’s works. We talk about the Bard and the creators paying tribute to him as well as other projects James is up to, so be sure to listen to this fun conversation and then support James’ Kickstarter! Don’t miss it!
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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 alien Archibald, is back in an all-new standalone graphic novel!” Chris and I talk about how this terrific book came to be, who the characters are, and what else we can expect from this excellent UFO title in the future! Don’t miss it!
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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 Venice Beach, which you can support at this link! The project has attracted a stellar line-up of creators, including Bill Sienkiewicz and Michael Allred, and is described as “152-page epic about the adventures of a 400-year-old Golem spans from 16th century Europe to the horrors of World War II to modern day Venice Beach, where the Golem becomes entangled in a war between a gang and the police.” Be sure to support it before the project concludes this Friday, July 1, at 2:59 a.m.!
Then everything wraps up with my conversation with Matt Kindt, who 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! Coming soon in July will be Mind Mgmt: Bootleg, a new 4-part mini-series by Kindt and four select artists. We discuss what we can expect from Flux House and Kindt in the coming months, so don’t miss it!
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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 to these days, including his recent successful Kickstarter campaigns! He also has a big announcement regarding Beastlands, so don’t miss it!
Then everything wraps up with my conversation with Alexander Banchitta, the writer of Headless, which is described this way: “Two brothers, Rick and Chris Winter having recently arrived in Salem, find themselves in a centuries-old battle between the Knights Templar (whose task it is to banish all magic from Salem) and the Headless Horseman!” We discuss the characters, how the series is made, and what else is up with Alex! Be sure to pick up the last issue of Season Two, which was just released recently!
Please note: I do help Scout Comics behind the scenes, so keep that in mind!
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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 violent satire of police, inequality, and celebrity, but mostly, it’s about why nothing changes and how almost no one is a good guy.” We talk about how this outrageous book came to be, who the characters are, and what else we can expect from this awesome title in the coming issues! Don’t miss it!
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