Join Andrew Aydin (March/Run), Jonathan Marks Barravechia (Bear Pirate Viking Queen), Matthew K Manning (Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Adventures, Marvel Action: Avengers), Laura Martin (colorist, if you are a fan of the Dollar Bin podcast, you know who she is), and Chris Sparks (Team Cul De Sac) for insights and updates as we launch the kick…

Khalid Birdsong is an American cartoonist. He spent two years in Japan teaching English which led to the idea of his first comic strip, Fried Chicken and Sushi. This comic strip was inspired by his experiences as a single black man living in Japan. His comic strip has since transitioned to Little Fried Chicken and Sushi and is featured on GoComics.…

Tony Helms, better known as tonycartoonish on social media, is a cartoonist. He’ll tell you he’s a software engineer, but in truth, he loves to draw with a passion. Tony has a unrelenting fiery will to draw as much as possible with one goal—to get better. Tony also genuinely loves to share and promote other artists on Instagram. Tony on Social Medi…

Bob is the Associate Director of Visual Branding at the University of South Carolina. Bob labels himself as a designer, blogger, grad student, college instructor, husband and dad. He’s obsessed with typography, the creative process and tools we use to create. Bob on Social Media - Twitter - Instagram - LinkedIn - Micro.blog Websites - Sketchbook B …

Adam is a location sound mixer for film and corporate work and a post audio editor. Adam lives in Mauldin, South Carolina with his wife, Shawn, and their dog Ranger. Adam shares his journey from playing guitar in high school to his first real audio editing in college, to starting a podcast with a new group of friends in 2006 and his current passion…

Hi, I’m Kris Black and you are listening to the trailer for Driven Creatively Mad, where I share stories of creators who aspire to earn a living from their art. So Driven Creatively Mad actually started about three years ago in 2017. When I created the first... we can call it the first season of Driven Creatively Mad. And I recorded shows…

We are back and Shawn is excited to talk about her recent trip with J Chris Campbell to the Borderlands Comics and Games annual sale.By Dollar Bin

Since the day we met Jim Rugg at Heroes Aren't Hard to Find as part of the Afrodesiac tour, he has been a favorite of the Dollar Bin. It is funny to realize that over the last 8 or so years, this is the first Dollar Bin vs Jim Rugg interview. Sure, he has made appearances and has been reviewed and talked about in detail, but this is our first in-de…

Here comes another installment of our Year 10 - Interview series. She first entered the scene as the "Lovely Shawn Reynolds" but before you could flip the page she became Mrs. Shawn Daughhetee. Adam interviews his favorite wife about her career in comics and the important role the Dollar Bin played in shaping her life. Shawn opens up and tells rare…

It could be claimed that J Chris Campbell is the non-direct Dollar Bin member most integral to the podcasts success and longevity. In this interview Adam and J Chris journey through the many years of J Chris' career in comics as well as his very close, healthy, and fruitful relationship with the Dollar Bin.…

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South Carolina has a plethora of great comic book creators, including writers, artists, colorists, and more! Join moderator Adam Daughhetee of the Dollar Bin podcast and talented South Carolinians, Sanford Greene, Megan Wilson, Chad Bowers, and Chris Sims to discuss their art and comics.By Dollar Bin

Painting was declared dead in the early 19th Century, but it is still alive and breathing here at SC Comicon! Join John Hairston Jr., Chris Hamer, Joe Everson, and Mark Poole as they discuss their love of painting. Here's hoping moderator Shawn Daughhetee doesn't paint them into a corner!By Dollar Bin

It's been a while since our last post and they seem fewer and further in between, but when we post, we are making it count. Case in point, this week on the Dollar Bin, Joel and Adam bring you an interview with one of the principle founders of CrossGen Entertainment, for the first time in over ten years, Mark Alessi. In the interview Alessi shoots s…

What makes a great cover stand out on the crowded comics’ shelves? Mental Floss columnist RICH BARRETT discusses this with FRANCIS MANAPUL (Flash), DAVE JOHNSON (Silk), JIM RUGG (Street Angel), TULA LOTAY (Supreme: Blue Rose) and NATHAN FOX (Captain Victory).By Dollar Bin

The Dollar Bin’s ADAM DAUGHHETEE talks with JEREMY WHITLEY (Princeless), JOEY ELLIS (Leaky Timbers), MIKE MAIHACK (Cleopatra in Space), JOEY WEISER (Mermin), JASON HORN (Ninjasaur) and ROYDEN LEPP (Rust).By Dollar Bin

The Dollar Bin’s ADAM DAUGHHETEE talks Hip Hop Family Tree-the groundbreaking series from Fantagraphics- with writer/artist and Eisner Award winner, ED PISKORBy Dollar Bin

The Dollar Bin’s ADAM DAUGHHETEE discusses the challenges and influences involved with creating historically based comic stories with CHRIS SCHWEIZER (Crogan’s Adventures), ED PISKOR (Macedonia, The Beats) and MATTHEW ROBERTS (Manifest Destiny).By Dollar Bin

Whether it is Watchmen, Maus, Batman, or Spider-Man all comics are a representation of the time of their creation. Join us as we consider how best to put comics in a historical context. In this discussion we will be focusing on how comics can give insight into history and vice-versa. Panelists include WILL ALLRED (University of Arkansas), TOM HEINT…

A few months back now, Adam and Joel got to interview the incredible comics writer, John Ostrander (Grimjack, Star Wars, Suicide Squad). Thankfully they didn't talk about anything too timely. Enjoy.By Dollar Bin

What does it take to turn a raw idea into a completed book? Learn from great story craftsmen Van Jensen, Chris Schweizer, and David Weber, as they walk you through their creative process.By Dollar Bin

Sci-Fi is a staple theme in comic books, yes, even superhero ones. Artists Tony Shasteen (Star Trek) and Georges Jeanty (Serenity), discuss their contributions to the Sci-Fi genre of comics in a panel that is out of this world.By Dollar Bin

Learn from up and comers who are just entering the comics industry. Bridgit Connell, Joey Weiser, and Jackie Lewis talk about the trials and tribulations leading up to turning comics into a paying gig.By Dollar Bin

You walk into your local comic shop and what do you see? Comic book covers everywhere. In a sea of images, it’s the comic book cover’s job to draw your attention. Cover artists Dave Dorman, Chris Brunner, and Sanford Greene give you the low down on what goes into designing the right cover for the job.…

Ever wonder how people keep coming up with ideas for great board games year after year? Join board game creators, Richard Launius in a SC Comicon panel discussion about board games and get an answer to that question, “How do you do it?”By Dollar Bin

Welcome to the SC Comicon 2015 panel on colorists. Roses are red. Violets are blue. Learn and appreciate the art of color with colorists, Laura Martin, Brian Reber, Rico Renzi, and Megan Wilson in this very colorful panel discussion.By Dollar Bin

Valiant comics are a favorite of the SC Comicon staff. Join Valiant creators, Robert Venditti, Brian Reber, and Lewis LaRosa in a very valiant discussion. Moderated by Danny KilpatrickBy Dollar Bin

Golden Age artist, Allen Bellman was there before even Marvel, which at the time was Timely Comics. He was working on Captain America in the actual 1940’s. Join us in a discussion spotlighting Allen Bellman’s golden career in comics.By Dollar Bin

The career of John Wesley Shipp has spanned four decades, including the role of The Flash in the 90s television show, The Flash. He now performs on the current WB show, The Flash as Barry Allen’s dad, which is pretty cool. Join us for a discussion with Mr. Shipp about his achievements and his illustrious acting career.…

Moderator Shawn Daughhetee talks with Robert Venditti (Green Lantern, Flash, X-O Manowar) and Van Jensen (Green Lantern Corps, Flash, Pinocchio Vampire Slayer) about their process of writing together on stories that tie into the larger continuity of the DCU.By Dollar Bin

Recently, during her signing at Richard's Comics and Collectables, Adam of the Dollar Bin spoke with Babs Tarr, artist on DC Comics' Batgirl. They discuss her art background, style, and the comic artist life. What what!By Dollar Bin

This week Adam, Josh, and Shawn continue their marathon discussion of HeroesCon 2014. They cover mostly Art Auctions, but also attempt to put the finishing touches on Friday. Shawn talks about non comics things they she purchased, Josh talks more on his Adult Swim sketchbook and Adam talks his commissions.…

With the increased spotlight on teaching controversial material in schools we thought it would be fun to discuss methods and approaches for teaching difficult comics and graphic novels. Planned topics include: racial stereotypes, violence, and sexuality. That being said, Parental Guidance is suggested as the conversation may steer toward mature con…

The DOLLAR BIN’s ADAM DAUGHHETEE sits down with some of the most talented denizens of INDIE ISLAND. Adam will chew the fat with AARON CONLEY (Sabretooth Swordsman), SCOTT C. (Amazing Everything), JIM RUGG (Supermag), BENJAMIN MARRA (Blades and Lazers) and ALEXIS ZIRITT (The Package). Miss this one at your own peril!…

Biff! Bam! Pow! Comics aren’t just for kids anymore. They also aren’t just for adults. Comics are for everyone! Panelists Andy Runton (Owly), Jeremy Dale (Skyward), and Joey Weiser (Mermin) discuss with moderator Shawn Daughhetee how their comics are for readers of all ages.By Dollar Bin

With Bridgit Connell, Jason Horn, Chuck Hart Join panelists Bridgit Connell (Brother Nash), Jason Horn (Ninjasaur), and Chuck Hart (Lance Larson: Subcontractor for S.H.I.E.L.D.) as they discuss the advantages and pitfalls of publishing comics on the web. Moderated by Adam Daughhetee.By Dollar Bin

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Start your morning off with a healthy discussion on comic book movies, moderated by Josh Dean of The Film House and including panelists Robert Venditti (The Surrogates, Percy Jackson graphic novel adaptations) Matthew Smith (Bee Sting), Allen Swords (Lecturer at Clemson University), and others.By Dollar Bin

Another year and another fantastic FLUKE. Adam, Shawn, and Devin journeyed to mythical Athens, GA for their annual visit to FLUKE. This go around Adam picked up interviews with Robert Newsome, Rich Tommaso, Patrick Dean, Andy Runton, Wes Brooks, and Adam Casey. Who's that I hear on the wrap up portion? That would be returning guest, Josh Dean.…

This week on the show we have Chris Visions, who Terence tackled and dragged into the studio by his hair. Chris is the artist on the book Dead Letters, which has issue one hitting the shelf this very Wednesday. Doing interviews with the Dollar Bin is a lot of fun. This interview is an example of said fun.…

With big thanks to Joel, Adam and Tee got to spend some digital time with the creators of the great Image book, Chew, starring Cibopath, Tony Chu. Listen in an John Layman and Rob Guillory talk shop and whatnot.By Dollar Bin

So Terence and Adam had a great time talking with Paul Maybury and they decided that they would share most of it with you. You should thank them. Paul's latest work on the shelf is art on Joe Casey's Catalyst and next week you'll see his art gracing the pages of Sovereign, written by Chris Roberson. If you haven't yet, you should definitely look hi…

Joel and newcomer Josh tackle this great, in depth interview with Marvel, DC, and Malibu writer, Steve Englehart. Listen as they mystify with discussions of comics in the 1970, 80, and even early 90s. Beast a member of the Avengers? Yeah, that was him. Seen that 1989 Batman movie? Check out Detective Comics 469-476. Runtime 57 minutes 13 seconds…

This week on the Dollar Bin we would like to welcome comic creator and CEO of McFarlane Toys, Todd McFarlane to help promote his exclusive Toys R Us toy release on February 1. I hope you like football, comics fans, because there is going to be a lot of that in this discussion. Don't bail yet. We also discuss the toy process, Spawn, and what McFarla…

That is right. Priest is back and this time he actually has a new book hitting the shelves, Q2: The Return of Quantum and Woody. Remember that time we interviewed Christopher Priest for three hours a few years ago? You should listen to this one and then check that one out too.By Dollar Bin

They say Ka is a wheel. And as the wheel turns we find ourselves once again with the pleasure of discussing The Dark Tower with comic book adaptor and Stephen King’s The Dark Tower: A Complete Concordance writer Robin Furth. With this being her 4th or 5th appearance on the show, she may have more appearances than any other writer.…

While at Cola-Con this year Adam, Shawn, and Teeminus, took the time to grab interviews with Damion Scott, Ed Piskor, and Sanford Greene. Terence set up shop and Adam and Shawn recorded a wrap up (completely unrelated). Too bad you couldn’t catch Cola-Con this year, but, hey, there’s always next and until then, we did it for you.…

This week on the Dollar Bin, Adam and Terence are lucky enough to Skype down with Andrew Maclean to help promote the Kickstarter for his project Head Lopper 2: The Wolves of Barra and to learn a little more about Andrew, himself, as well as his other work. To kick things off though, they talk a little about Cola-Con coming up this weekend.…

Today is my friend Jen’s birthday. While going through old stuff, I found this on my hard drive and decided, why not share it with the world. Back when she was the college radio manager at the College of Notre Dame of Maryland (an all girls school) she coaxed some friends and a professor into producing a radio drama of The Glass Menagerie. She is t…

Happy birthday Rocketeer. You may be years old, but you’re as fresh and exciting a concept as ever. Join moderator B Clay Moore as he discusses the Rocketeer Adventures anthology with contributors Laura Martin, Tommy Lee Edwards, Eric Canete, Stephanie Buscema, Tony Harris, and Jim Silke. In addition to Adventures, they will remember creator Dave S…