Beards And Comics: Recklessly Creative

An all-new show, dedicated to discussing the creation of the realms, worlds, and universes that our guest's comic books are set in. Dive deep into the headspace of the creators as we get serious, joke around, and ultimately learn more.  Our first episode is with Tyr Jackson of the Sovereign Comics Universe. Let us know your thoughts! Remember, we are on buymeacoffee now, and it is a super sim...

Learning to pivot in moments that require a review show character and heart. Knowing you can push through with a project even when hurting is a feat of strength. Today is part two of our conversation with Matt Knowles and Steph Cannon of Insymmetry Creations . Their new project is up right now... head to the link below to check it out. www.tinyurl.com/HEIRSvsTFN If you have any questions you would...

Discussing projects is always fun, but opening the window to discover the breeze behind other creators benefits us all. Today is part one of our conversation with Matt Knowles and Steph Cannon of Insymmetry Creations . Their new project is geared up... head to the link below to follow it. www.tinyurl.com/HEIRSvsTFN If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalyst...

We thought... hey ... we are off of work. Also, my laptop is barely surviving. Let's give people a podcast episode! We promise the next ones will have better quality, but we wanted to give you an episode where we reflect on our recently successful Kickstarter campaign for One Last Job. We hope you get something out of it. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us thro...

Continuing our conversation with Madeleine Holly-Rosing, creator of Boston Metaphysical Society , we get some valuable input for any comic book creator. It isn't always marshmallows and fluffy bunnies, but consistent drive and education can make all of the difference. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Cat...

Creator of the smash steampunk hit Boston Metaphysical Society , we are joined by creator Madeleine Holly-Rosing to unlock the story behind the series, and her experience getting into comics. Buckle up, grab a notepad, and soak in the knowledge! If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio pro...

Continuing last weeks discussion with Peter Breau from Second Sight Publishing ... we find out more about his own works, and plans for Second Sight, as well as advice he gives to other creators. Links: Harrison Wood Memorial Fund If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production. *Did yo...

You may know Peter Breau as someone who works with Second Sight Publishing ... but do you know anything about him? Let's learn about his history in comic books and publishing. Links: Harrison Wood Memorial Fund   If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production. *Did you know you c...

Part two of our discussion with Tyr Jackson and Scorpio Chronicles and what they look for when reviewing comic books. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production. *Did you know you can support the show? Check out buymeacoffee.com/beardsandcomics to keep us making great content...

Ever wondered what it was actually like to be a comic book reviewer? Maybe you want to know what things they are really looking at. Well, here is the episode to pull back the curtains and give you a front-row seat into the mind and methods of those reviewing indie comic books today. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and...

Part 1 ended in a rather dramatic fashion. Bust out the notepads and pencils, because the rest of this podcast is going to give you all a valuable insight into the world of television, as well as dealing with publishers. Check out her campaign here: http://kck.st/3oGbrfH If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a...

We are joined by Karla Nappi, creator and writer of Duplicant; as she spills the beans on her background and what it is like moving from television script editing to comic book creation! Plus, the highs and lows of dealing with publishers. Check out her campaign here: http://kck.st/3oGbrfH If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Bear...

50 episodes AND our one year podcasting anniversary?! What a whirlwind of a time! We can't thank you all enough, but we can have some fun. Join us with Joe Desantos as we go through the creative process of Tilt Issue 1, and then go through the book together. If you need a copy, grab a free digital over at catalystcomicsstudio.com/join. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them t...

Welcome back to part 2 of our 2021 Writer's Roundtable discussion with Mike Tener (Black Jackets, Midnight Highway, Dead End Moon), Tyr  Jackson (Sovereign Comics Universe), Joshua Saxon (Milky), and Aaron  Dowen (Welcome To Everville, Tilt, One Last Job) and is moderated by  Matt Sotello (Paradigm, Welcome To Everville). We continue the discussion from last week, and get a little d...

Our newest edition of The Writer's Roundtable comes fully stocked with guests Mike Tener (Black Jackets, Midnight Highway, Dead End Moon), Tyr Jackson (Sovereign Comics Universe), Joshua Saxon (Milky), and Aaron Dowen (Welcome To Everville, Tilt, One Last Job) and is moderated by Matt Sotello (Paradigm, Welcome To Everville). We are discussing story pacing, the use of sexuality in comics, and so m...

Matt and Aaron continue discussing what we were up to during 2020,  and how the pandemic affected our business, and plans. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production. *Did you know you can support the show right on our anchor  page? Check out anchor.com/beardsandcom...

Matt and Aaron spend some time discussing what we were up to during 2020, and how the pandemic affected our business, and plans.  If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production. *Did you know you can support the show right on our anchor page? Check out anchor.com/beardsandco...

For the final episode of the year, we wanted to bring you all something special. Here is an hour long discussion from a whole bunch of comic book creators on what we are facing, questions we are answering, and what we are looking forward to! If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio product...

Let's dive deeper into the magic behind a crushingly successful first time crowdfunding campaign.  If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production. *Did you know you can support the show right on our anchor page? Check out anchor.com/beardsandcomics  and hit the support...

First time crowdfunding jitters are no joke. Hear from Matt Cargal, creator of "The Comic", and the success he found by chasing a lifelong dream, and grabbing an audience by the horns.  If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production. *Did you know you can support the show right o...

Let's turn up the heat. We are back with Tyr from Sovereign Comics, and it is time to get even more honest about marketing, and the industry as a whole. Make sure you have a notepad handy for this one! If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production. *Did you know you can support the s...

Tyr has a degree in marketing, served in the military, and is crushing it in the small press publishing scene. Learn how he activates engagement with his social media, and his thoughts on how we can each utilize marketing to step up our own exposure. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studi...

Bust out the notepad, because Ted Davies is about to bring you the knowledge on what it was like getting his property ready for film options. Learn from someone who is in the hot seat right now about the next epic phase of his career, and let it spark some creativity of your own. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Com...

They say to know him is to love him. Well, Ted Davies is joining us for the next couple of weeks to dish the dirt on coming into comic books, and his creative process. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production. *Did you know you can support the show right on our anchor  &nbs...

We are taking it all the way back to the beginning of Catalyst with this in depth look at the making of our premiere issue, Paradigm #1. After discussing what went into making our first book, we break down page by page how we approached it. Grab a copy and join us for a fun time of laughs and memories. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsst...