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When the book ends, the conversation begins. Mattea Roach speaks with writers who have something to say about their work, the world and our place in it. You’ll always walk away with big questions to ponder and new books to read.
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CEO of Comic Crusaders, Al Mega, covers all types of pop-culture content with in-depth interview with folks from different industries such as Comic Book Publishers to Creators (Writers, Artists, Musicians, etc...), Technology (Blockchain, Software Developers, etc...), Entrepreneurs (Coaches, Speakers, Business Owners, etc...) and more...Visit our website: www.comiccrusaders.com
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Our Opinions Are Correct

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Explore the meaning of science fiction, and how it's relevant to real-life science and society. Your hosts are Annalee Newitz, a science journalist who writes science fiction, and Charlie Jane Anders, a science fiction writer who is obsessed with science. Every two weeks, we take deep dives into science fiction books, movies, television, and comics that will expand your mind -- and maybe change your life
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Comix Experience opened in San Francisco April 1, 1989. Since 2015, our monthly Graphic Novel Clubs have been bringing the greatest books by the greatest creators to the greatest readers: you! As part of this service we conduct in-depth video interviews with creators about the joys and terrors of making comics! Find out more about the clubs at https://www.graphicnovelclub.com/start
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Making Comics

Keith Foster and Scott Lost

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Making Comics is a podcast where indie comics creators Scott Lost (Wanderers of Melissanda, The Second Shift) and Keith Foster (Kodoja, Three Protectors) discuss the world of independent comics from both artist and writer perspectives. It centers around one question - what did you do last week? Art, writing, promotion, you name it - it all adds up to the work behind an indie comic.
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New episodes every Friday! On Page One - The Writer's Podcast, we talk to writers of all descriptions (authors, screenwriters, comic writers and more) about their writing process and how they craft their next great works. We also explore their career, including how their first big break happened, and discuss the ups and downs along the way. We learn something new every episode, and we hope you do as well. Page One is brought to you by Write Gear, creators of Page One - the Writer's Notebook. ...
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The QuackCast

Michael Morris

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The QuackCast features Ozoneocean, Banes, Tantz Aerine, and Pitface, talking about writing, movies, webcomics, art, politics, philosophy, sexuality, and everything else! We're the hosts of the oldest webcomic host on the net, Drunkduck.com, aka theduckwebcomics. 20 years this year!
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The Corner Box

David & John

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Welcome to The Corner Box, where we talk about comic books as an industry and an art form. You never know where the discussion will go, or who’ll show up to join hosts David Hedgecock and John Barber. Between them they’ve spent decades writing, drawing, lettering, coloring, editing, editor-in-chiefing, and publishing comics. If you want to know the behind-the-scenes secrets—the highs and lows, the ins and outs—of the best artistic medium in the world, listen in and join the club at The Corne ...
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Fictionable

Fictionable

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Interviews, book chat and everything about the short stories and graphic fiction from all around the world appearing in Fictionable. "Storytellers, readers and creatives alike will love" – The Independent Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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MONSTER PARTY

JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, & MATT WEINHOLD

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What happens when four Comic Con hardened sci-fi/horror fans sit around some microphones, slam down cocktails, and argue about all things monstrous? It's a podcast called Monster Party! You have been warned.
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Nerdy Mewzings

James Foster

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The Nerdy Mewzings Podcast, a place where host James Foster chats with professional comic book creators from Marvel, DC, Image, & others, as well as fellow collectors about all things comics, art, animation, movies, & more. Keep it nerdy!
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Write to Comedy

Deliciously Bright Podcasts

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Let’s start with the truth: this podcast wasn’t born from a five-year plan, a production team, or a vision board. It started with one writer, a deep affection for television comedy, and the firm belief that overanalysing sitcoms is a perfectly acceptable use of one’s adult life. I’m Jacquie J Sarah — a writer, podcaster, and someone who’s spent more time thinking about fictional characters than adulting. Write to Comedy is the audio version of my blog: a lovingly chaotic space where I explor ...
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Writer Experience

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The #1 Writing Podcast featuring interviews with Bestselling Authors, Literary Agents, Editors, Comic & TV Writers for Marvel, Star Wars, etc. Presented by Flickering Myth.
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The podcast where watch talk meets late-night cafe conversation. Join Chris, a watch journalist, poet and comic book writer from the US, and Iman, a playwright from London, as they navigate time zones, trade horological hanky-panky, and share stories about everything from writing to dog ownership.
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Bittersweet Infamy

Josie Mitchell + Taylor Basso

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Episode 131 coming as soon as it's finished! Storytellers and best friends Josie Mitchell and Taylor Basso share the stories that live on in infamy: the strange and the familiar, the tragic and the comic—the bitter and the sweet. New episodes (usually) every other Sunday on the 604 Podcast Network! Support the show: ko-fi.com/bittersweetinfamy
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Writing the Wrong Way with Jonathan Ball, PhD

Writing the Wrong Way with Jonathan Ball, PhD

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Writing the Wrong Way is the perfect podcast for serious writers who want to stand out in a crowded industry by becoming more productive while taking more artistic risks. Jonathan Ball is an award-winning author of dark, experimental artworks. He holds a PhD in creative writing and uses an analytical approach to show serious writers new ways to write, edit, and work so they can create innovative art that stands taller than the crowd. https://www.strangerfication.ca/
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Eddie and James B discuss the characters and the tales of The Amazing Spider-Man Marvel comic books blending accurate descriptions, serious discussions and laid back humor for a quick ride averaging 2 issues every 30 minutes. This podcast is for MCU fans looking for background stories as well as serious collectors who would like to join in for a full read through. These first time readers also share what they like and don‘t like about the artwork, the writing, the characters and the stories ...
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BooksPodcast

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An authoritative look at recent books that may or may not have shown up on your radar screen. Fiction and non-fiction. Biographies and comic books. Politics and the arts. And quite certainly, no gardening or cookery books. All presented with Tim Haigh’s passion for books and writing. Tim is a widely respected critic, reviewer and broadcaster. Expert without being stuffy, he is noted for the lively intelligence and irreverence he brings to the field.
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Penny Arcade Inc.

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This much loved podcast, currently on hiatus, is literally a recording of the writing process for Penny Arcade - one of the first "webcomics." When I say "writing process," let me be clear: it's that, and literally any other topic that occurs to us. I'm in these podcasts, and I STILL listen to them. It's kinda good.
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Fresh Air from WHYY, the Peabody Award-winning weekday magazine of contemporary arts and issues, is one of public radio's most popular programs. Hosted by Terry Gross and Tonya Mosley, the show features intimate conversations with today's biggest luminaries. Subscribe to Fresh Air Plus! You'll enjoy bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening - all while you support NPR's mission. Learn more at plus.npr.org/freshair And subscribe to our weekly newsletter, Fresh Air Weekly, to get interview hig ...
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The Indie Author Showcase

Spectral Ink Productions

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Welcome to the grand debut of the Indie Author Showcase! Join us as we spotlight talented independent authors, dive into the challenges and triumphs of the indie author’s journey, and explore the ins and outs of writing and publishing!
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The Open Mic Comedy Podcast is a deep dive into the world of open mic stand-up. Hosted by Marc, it’s a space for comedians to share their journey—how they got started, what keeps them going, and the highs and lows of making people laugh. From writing jokes to bombing on stage, we explore the reality of open mic life. Guests include not just comedians but also promoters and comedy tutors who help shape the scene. Whether you’re a comic, want to give it a go or just love stand-up, this podcast ...
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Lethal Voice Podcast

Robert Christopher Smith

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Lethal Voice Podcast is from indie filmmaker and writer Robert Christopher Smith. The show provides a deep dive into grindhouse storytelling, genre filmmaking, indie comic books, and dangerous ideas. 🎧 New listeners: Start with Episode Zero – “Why Lethal Voice?” Films include Vengeance Turns, SPREAD: Pigs to Slaughter, Karma Mechanic, and more.
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BULAQ | بولاق

Ursula Lindsey and M Lynx Qualey

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BULAQ is a book-centric podcast co-hosted by Ursula Lindsey (in Amman, Jordan) and M Lynx Qualey (in Rabat, Morocco). It focuses on Arabic literature in translation and is named after the first printing press established in Egypt in 1820. Produced by Sowt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hosted by Steeven Orr, The Comic Book Show devotes full seasons of episodes to one singular comic book mini series or storyline, one issue per episode. Season One drops on Wednesday, July 10 and it's six episodes covering the Man of Steel by John Byrne, published by DC Comics in 1986.
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Spacelunch (short. spclnch) is a Dutch electronic music label with an emphasis on the dub sound founded in Minsk in 2019 by Thomas Carmody (@thomascarmody). The key ethical principles are an individual approach and a careful selection which allows you to get the best possible from the communication with artists. The concept of releases is dedicated to a fantastic multimedia universe. The space adventures of Spacelunch and Cat unfold in episodes of an interactive musical comic. Each of them h ...
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The Watch

The Ringer

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Every week, The Ringer's Andy Greenwald and Chris Ryan -- longtime friends and pop culture addicts -- break down the latest in TV, movies, and music.
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Comics' Books

Lucy Danser

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Join writer, producer and all around storytelling person Lucy Danser as she invites guests from the world of comedy to discuss some of their favourite books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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A year-round conference in the arts.Symposium features seminars and panels on screenwriting, filmmaking, publishing, and beyond, plus Town Hall discussions that expose the hard truths of The Arts. RealTalk™ and honest advice. Rip off the veneer and join the conversation ...
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MCU-Movies

Random Tea Podcasts

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Jahnya reads the comics, Queenie asks a lot of questions. We discuss each movie as they come out and in between we'll do character studies! Be sure to check out our Random Movie feed for non-MCU movies (including Deadpool!) We'd love to hear your thoughts, too! Write to us at [email protected] Check out what else we like to talk about at RandomTeaPodcasts.com
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Marvel's Voices

Marvel & SiriusXM

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On Marvel’s Voices, host Angélique Roché holds in-depth conversations with diverse storytellers about their creative processes, collaborations, and professional journeys. Follow Marvel’s Voices to hear the newest episodes when they go live and subscribe to Marvel Podcasts Unlimited for early access to new Marvel shows, ad-free on Apple Podcasts or listen in the SiriusXM app!
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Comic Book Workshop | A Podcast About Making Comics

TMBC Productions, Comic books,creator interviews,writing comics,making comics,how-to,advice,comic book artists,comic book writers,how to write,how to draw,writing advice,writing,robert kirkman,matthew rosenberg,cartoonist kayfabe,image comics,marvel,dc

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A Podcast all about making comics - with in-depth discussions on craft, and interviews with creators ranging from A-List to Small Press and everything in between.
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The Write Idea Workshop

The Write Idea Workshop

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The Write Idea Workshop is a comedic podcast about the creative process. Comedian Ryan Andersons and the occassional cohost sit down and talk with writers, artists, comedians, actors and all manner of creative people to figure out what makes them tick, and have some laughs along the way
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I've been going to science fiction, fantasy, horror, and comic book conventions since I was 15, and I’ve found that while the con which takes place within the walls of a hotel or convention center is always fun, the con away from the con—which takes place when I wander off-site with friends for a meal—can often be more fun. In fact, my love of tracking down good food while traveling the world attending conventions has apparently become so well known that one blogger even dubbed me "science f ...
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Jonathan welcomes back indie comic creator Lyndon Radchenka to talk about his new gig writing for DC Comics: how he got it, what he had to write, and what he's going to do now to follow it up. Ask your local comic store to order copies of DC's Zatannic Panic, featuring Lyndon's story: https://aiptcomics.com/2025/06/20/full-september-2025-dc-comics-…
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In this episode, James is joined by comic book writer Clayton Rozman for his first podcast appearance! They discuss Clayton's journey into writing, which began with childhood storytelling, and his deep passion for comic books. They talk about his current projects, including a Batman zine collaboration with artist Raymar Brunson, and his upcoming ho…
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Chris and Andy talk about a pair of Netflix-branded event spaces coming to Dallas and Philadelphia before addressing the decision to play ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ in theaters and what these developments suggest about the streaming titan (4:51). Then, they react to NBCUniversal’s decision to pivot ‘The Paper’ to a binge release a few weeks ahead of its …
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When the pandemic hit, filmmakers, actors, and dreamers everywhere faced the same question: would lockdown be wasted time, or could it be transformed into something new? For me, Robert Christopher Smith, the lockdown became a personal and professional crucible. From recovering after a brutal case of COVID to finding myself stalled on Vengeance Turn…
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All week we're revisiting archival interviews with key figures in early rock and roll, rockabilly and R&B. We're kicking it off with Terry Gross's interviews with Elvis Presley's guitarist Scotty Moore, who tells stories about playing with the King and recording "Blue Suede Shoes." That song was written by rockabilly musician Carl Perkins, who also…
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SPCLNCH-BLACK continues: a series where minimalism becomes message, and sound drifts between the real and the imagined.Chapter two — “Echoes From Iconia” by Basicnoise. Shifting time layers, slow pulses, and distant patterns with no clear origin. The signal is a trace of something that was here — or still is. You listen. Something listens back..Log…
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Art from Phoo Action by Jamie Hewlett and Matt Wakeham / Alex Fitch interviews Tini and Blake Howard at Thought Bubble Comic Book Team-Ups: Alex Fitch talks to a trio of creators about their collaborative work. Matt Wakeham discusses writing and compiling the new coffee table book of Phoo Action, a cult comic by Jamie Hewlett that Wakeham wrote the…
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In this episode of the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast, James sits down with Kristopher Leithwood, better known as Tartan Ninja, the second-ever comic book colorist to be featured on the podcast! They delve into Kris' journey from wanting to be a penciller to becoming a professional comic book colorist. Tune in as they discuss the therapeutic aspects of col…
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Episode 351. James B and Eddie start their fifth year of podcasting with a review of Fantastic Four First Steps. Sponsored by the Tourism Department of Latveria Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyanstudios.com and http…
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You don’t usually think of sitcoms as catalysts for change, but when it comes to shifting hearts and minds, comedy has done more than it gets credit for. In this episode, I explore how sitcoms have portrayed LGBTQ+ characters with humour, depth, and humanity. From groundbreaking leads to side characters who stole our hearts, these shows didn’t just…
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This summer, we've heard from AL Kennedy, Pete Segall and Ali McClary. We'll be bringing this series to a close with Sheyla Smanioto, but this time Dafydd McKimm steps into the consulting room with his short story The Nosebleed. McKimm tells us how The Nosebleed was a story that came to him with the ending already in place, citing the translator Mi…
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This week, Bookends is revisiting the Mirrors series. It’s a CBC Books special featuring winners of the 2024 Governor General’s Literary Awards. The English-language books that won last year’s awards demonstrate how stories help us reflect on our lives and see the world in new ways. In this special series, CBC Books asked the winners to further exp…
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Big Skookum B.C. Road Trip! In this special episode recorded at the Arthur O. Wheeler hut in Glacier National Park, Taylor and special guests Lucia Misch and Ruy Gonzalez ambush Josie with a game show all about the beautiful province of British Columbia. Watch the plan come together, and play along from home to prove your B.C. bona fides!…
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In this episode, host Al Mega sits down with the multi-talented illustrator and web developer Amin Amat, as they discuss his creative journey and his exciting new comic book release—The Road To Oz: Chapter Two! 🚀✨ Follow Amin through the winding yellow brick road of independent creation, hear what inspired this twist on a classic tale, and lea…
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We remember British actor Terence Stamp, who died last week at age 87. He starred in the film The Limey, as an ex-con out for revenge, and in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert as a transgender performer on the road with a lip-synch club act. Stamp got his start in the ’60s, starring in the films Billy Budd, Far From the Madding Crowd…
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Natalie Jayne Clark is a neurodivergent writer and poet based in Perth, Scotland. The view as she writes is the ever-changing vista of trees and clouds lining the top of Kinnoull Hill. Her debut novel, a darkly funny sapphic crime tale called 'The Malt Whisky Murders', is out now and is nominated for best debut at Bloody Scotland 2025. It was great…
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Andy and Kaya chat about the teaser trailer for ‘The Pitt’ Season 2 that dropped today and the novelty, in today’s TV landscape, of a show returning for its second season less than a year after its first (1:00). Then they talk about the second season of the Apple TV+ show ‘Platonic,’ starring Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne, a great hangout show in an er…
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Former Secretary of Labor Robert Reich served under President Clinton from 1993 to 1997. He opens his new memoir, Coming Up Short, with an apology on behalf of the Baby Boom generation for failing to build a more just society. Also, Maureen Corrigan reviews the books Pariah and The Dancing Face. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoi…
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Charlie Jane and Annalee are on book tour(s), so we're re-upping one of our favorite episodes from 2023. At that time, we were celebrating the twentieth anniversary of the rebooted version of Battlestar Galactica. This show broke new ground in depicting realistic politics — and a nuanced view of a society of artificial people. How does it hold up? …
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It’s not the size that counts; it’s how you convey confidence through your brand. Join the Wristies as they try to define microbrands, talk about their favorite micro/independents, and go slack-jawed and drool over a couple of watches they’d like to add to their collections. 2:10 - The Wristies Catch Up Wristtrack App Form & Function Podcast Yellow…
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Slurp ramen with Mur Lafferty as we discuss the problems which come from being a discovery writer who sells a novel via a pitch, how to play fair with readers of science fiction mysteries, the reason everyone's worried she wants to kill her agent, one major difference between Hollywood and publishing, why the character she often thinks will end up …
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The casino, tucked away in an old freight terminal, had no name on the facade. Locals simply called it “The Hum” — a place where you could lose your money, and maybe even your mind. The air was thick with tobacco smoke and cheap perfume, and the ceiling sank into a pulsing dim light.Spacelunch passed a row of slot machines, where regulars pressed t…
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EPISODE SHOW NOTES We all need to procrastinate on our writing once in a while, so why not create fun aesthetics for your WIP? This week, we discuss cool things for you to make that your readers will most likely enjoy, too! In this episode, we cover: Types of aesthetics you can make How you can make them How (and where) you can use them As always, …
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We all know the old saying "Don't judge a book by its cover" - but the trouble is, many people do! That's why trad publishers spend lots of money on designers for book covers! We discuss the difference a good and a bad cover can make, how self-published authors can make covers like the pros, and how to push back on trad publishers if the cover they…
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JUST WHEN YOU THOUGHT IT WAS SAFE TO LISTEN TO MONSTER PARTY! JAMES GONIS, SHAWN SHERIDAN, LARRY STROTHE, and MATT WEINHOLD revel in the legacy of a shark named “Bruce.” Get a bucket of chum, and find yourself a bigger boat, as MONSTER PARTY presents… JAWS: 50 YEARS OF FRIGHTS AND BITES!!! In 1975, STEVEN SPIELBERG unleashed a breathtaking thriller…
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Dive into animated fairy warfare with Dylan Moore, the creative genius behind Outhouse Cartoons and the exciting new graphic novel, COMBAT FAIRIES! Join Al Mega for a hilarious and insightful chat about animation, creativity, fairy mischief, and the journey behind one of the quirkiest, most entertaining indie comics out there. Laugh, learn, and spr…
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Our top news stories: We have some sad news regarding an iconic Superman actor, exciting new animated adventures for Krypto the Superdog, and all the latest details on how you can watch the new "Superman" movie at home right now!Superman news for the period August 13-19, 2025. Brought to you by SupermanHomepage.com. Hosted by Steve Younis.Visit our…
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Spike Lee's new film, Highest 2 Lowest, centers on a music mogul (Denzel Washington) who faces a moral dilemma when kidnappers mistakenly hold his friend's son ransom instead of his own: Will he risk it all to save a child who isn't his? The Oscar-winning filmmaker spoke with Tonya Mosley about his decades-long partnership with Denzel, an upcoming …
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Chase Marotz joins hosts John and David wrapping up their conversation about their recent favorite comics, discovering new artists, what happens when comic creators get older, and John and David’s growing tooth collections? SUGAR BOMB Launches September 5th, 2025! The Comic That Makes You Ask, "Is That A Freaking Dolphin?!" John is at PugW! Pug Wor…
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Jonathan welcomes back writer Matthew Medney to talk about the last few years of his career, how he came to run the long-beloved Heavy Metal imprint, and starting his new publishing company, Gungnir Books. Join Jonathan's Patreon page for free at ⁠⁠staystrange.ca⁠⁠. Subscribe to the Stranger Fiction YouTube channel at ⁠⁠strangertv.com⁠⁠. Purchase b…
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With RED LIGHT PROPERTIES: Unfinished Business (Kinjin Storylab), writer/cartoonist Dan Goldman brings us a wildly entertaining graphic novel of midlife, the afterlife, and the south Florida real estate market. We talk about how the concept for RLP grabbed hold of him 20+ years back & never let go, why the story had to take place in/around Miami, h…
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Banes was the brains behind the Quackcast this week! His idea is that a character's internal struggle and how that conflicts with the realities they face can be a great driver for a story. -cribbed from listening to Vince Gilligan of Breaking Bad fame. Banes is a much better story writer than me so I can't explain it as well, but a good example is …
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In this episode of the Open Mic Comedy Podcast, host Marc Cox sits down with comedian Steve Mayne to talk about his journey into stand-up, the lessons he’s learned, and why community is such a big part of the comedy world. Steve opens up about building trust with an audience, the grind of promoting shows, and how both good gigs and bad ones can tea…
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Join James in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio as he explores the secret world of underground comics with creator Sam McClurg! Learn about Sam's journey from a late comic reader to an underground comic creator, his artistic background, and his inspirations. Discover the unique characteristics of underground comics, the creative process behind Sam'…
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It's a seven person, live-in-the-studio roundtable! This week, we welcome creators Scott Serkland (Young and the Dead), Cory Kerr (Rage of Enlightenment), Gary Hodges (Dinosaurs vs Marsbots), Jim Lujan (The Unicornians) and Josh Kemble (Jacob's Apartment, Two Stories) to recap a creative retreat and discuss an inspirational 'proof of concept' piece…
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Episode 350. James B and Eddie end their fourth year of podcasting and end the 1994-1996 clone saga! Sponsored by the Old Acme Warehouse Theme Music by Jeff Kenniston. This Episode Edited by James B using Audacity and Cleanfeed. Summaries written by Eddie and Ben Reilly. Most Sound effects and music generously provided royalty free by www.fesliyans…
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The Good Life — a 1970s BBC sitcom that’s been repeated so often you could grow your own veg in the time it takes to catch every episode. In this episode, I revisit Tom and Barbara’s quest for suburban self-sufficiency, as they swap the rat race for goats and homemade wine. Written by comedy legends John Esmonde and Bob Larbey, The Good Life became…
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Ready for revenge? This week, I continue taking you through the experience of shooting Vengeance Turns: Volume Two scene by scene as the story turns darker and Mia Falcone finally gets her revenge! You'll hear about how we executed out own stunts and the real-life horror of spending 19 hours on location. You'll also hear about the amazing child act…
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Hello there, it’s The Chairman of the United States Department of Nerds (USDN)—where we are for the people, by the people, and of the people! In this episode, I sit down with Bruno Catarino to talk about his brand-new comic book project, Crimson Bay—a dark, action-packed series inspired by 1990s fighting games and brought to life through Kickstarte…
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Commotion is where you go for thoughtful and vibrant conversations about all things pop culture. Host Elamin Abdelmahmoud calls on journalists, critics, creators and friends to talk through the biggest arts & entertainment stories of the day, in 30 minutes or less. In this episode, Elamin is joined by authors Jael Richardson and David A. Robertson,…
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Writer Thomas Mallon looks back on the early years of the AIDS epidemic, when he was in his 30s, living in Manhattan. His friends were sick or dead, and he was terrified that he’d die, too. Excerpts of his journals from those years are collected in The Very Heart of It. He'll also talk about his latest novel, Up with the Sun, based on the life and …
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After writing chapters of her new book about how tech companies help and exploit us, tech journalist and novelist Vauhini Vara fed those chapters to ChatGPT. She told the AI chatbot she needed help with her writing. But her real goal was to analyze and critique the chatbot’s advice. Her book is Searches. Also, before social media, before influencer…
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