Comic Industry Insiders

Find KURT HASSLER   Yen Press: https://yenpress.com/ Twitter: @yenpress  Instagram: @yenpress  CHAPTERS 03:08 Transitioning Roles in Publishing 05:51 The Role of a Publisher 09:00 Curation and Market Understanding 11:54 Kurt's Early Career and Experiences 14:58 The Evolution of Graphic Novels 18:01 Challenges in the Book Retail Industry 21:03 The Importance of Discovery in Publishing 23:45 From Bu...

Find THE COMICS PALS   https://thecomicspals.com/ YouTube: @thecomicspals   The Comics Pals are a group of pop culture journalists and commentators who cover comic books and related media.    CHAPTERS 00:00 The State of the Comic Book Industry 06:07 Data Challenges and the Need for Accurate Metrics 12:03 Identifying Pain Points in the Comic Book Market 20:07 The Store's Responsibility in Building...

Find GAMAL HENNESSY   https://www.creativecontractconsulting.com/ LinkedIn: @ gamalhennessy/ CHAPTERS 03:16 Meet Gamal Hennessy: The Legal Expert in Comics 10:22 The Evolution of Freelance Creators in Comics 16:06 Navigating the Complexities of Comic Contracts 23:53 The Relevance of Nonfiction in a Changing Industry 29:00 Gamal's Journey: From Law School to Comics Law 35:20 From Law School to Cent...

Find HEIDI MACDONALD   https://www.comicsbeat.com/ Instagram: @comixace  Twitter: @Comixace BSky: @comixace.bsky.social   CHAPTERS 02:18 The State of the Comic Book Industry 05:04 Friends of Lulu: A Movement for Women in Comics 11:59 Expanding Readership in Comics 17:44 The Evolution of Comics Journalism 20:32 Heidi McDonald's Journey in Comics Journalism 31:40 The Evolution of Comic Communities 3...

Find JIMMY PALMIOTTI   https://www.paperfilms.com/ Instagram: @jimmypalmiotti/ Twitter: @jpalmiotti   CHAPTERS 01:50 Jimmy Palmiotti's Career Highlights 06:09 Barbecue and Food Culture in New York 10:01 The Influence of Personal Experiences on Writing 13:54 The Relationship with Amanda Conner 20:13 The Creation of 'The Pro' and Its Impact 23:23 The Impact of Paul and Bob on Comics 24:55 The Evolut...

Find CHIP ZDARSKY:   https://www.zdars.co/ https://zdarsky.substack.com/ https://www.zcnmagazine.com/   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Canadian Humor 02:58 The State of Comics and the Need for Change 06:02 The Birth of ZCN and Its Evolution 08:59 The Influence of Wizard Magazine 12:03 Personal Stories and Comic Origins 14:59 Family Support and Early Influences 17:58 The Toronto Comic Scene and Co...

Find DAN DIDIO:   Instagram: @dan.didio2020   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to Dan DiDio and the Podcast 06:07 The Animation Model in Comics 11:54 The State of the Comic Industry 17:50 The Transition from Animation to Comics 23:46 The Importance of Passion in the Comic Industry 30:01 Advice for Aspiring Comic Creators 36:07 The Exclusive War Begins 42:22 The Move to Burbank 49:10 Co-Publishing with...

Find DAVID HARPER:   https://sktchd.com/ https://bsky.app/profile/sktchd.bsky.social   https://bsky.app/profile/davidharper.bsky.social     OFF PANEL podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/off-panel-a-comics-interview-podcast/id1006337409 Patreon: https://patreon.com/OffPanel   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to David Harper and Comics Journalism 05:57 The Concept of a Comic Book Shop Café 12:...

Find STEPHEN CHRISTY:   https://www.boom-studios.com/   Instagram: @stephenchristy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephen-christy-55681ab/   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage 03:01 Stephen Christy's Journey in Comics 05:48 The Evolution of Archaia and Its Impact 09:00 The Challenges of Small Publishers 11:53 The Role of Development in Comics 15:01 The Transition to Editor-i...

Find JOSHUA LILES:   https://joshliles.com/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to the Experiment 02:04 The Role of Support in Creative Endeavors 05:05 Embodied Integration: A Unique Service Practice 11:28 Navigating Post-Psychedelic Experiences 24:02 Josh's Journey: From Yoga to Integration Coaching 32:05 Navigating Life's Challenges: A Journey Through Yoga and Change 35:42 The Search for Guidance: Disap...

Find JIM VALENTINO:   https://imagecomics.com/ Instagram: @imagecomics/ FB: @imagecomics/ Twitter: @imagecomics    CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast  02:57 The Legacy of Ken Krueger 05:57 Jim Valentino's Early Life and Career 12:14 Draft Dodging and Its Impact 17:57 The Formation of Comic-Con 24:05 Friendship with Rob Liefeld 29:50 The Birth of Image Comics 36:05 The Evolution of the Comi...