Prana DMS

Comic Industry Insiders

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Comic Industry Insiders: where our goal is to get to know the people behind the scenes in the comic book industry and uncover the secrets that will help you understand and grow your own business or career in comics. Every episode, join host Atom! Freeman as he sits down with industry guests to unravel those secrets.

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The Secret Retail Experiment Changing The Shape of Comics 15.04.2025 1:30:06

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...

Fixing the Comic Book Industry with The Comics Pals and Atom! Freeman 08.04.2025 2:14:15

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...

"Comic creators love comics—and that’s the problem." Gamal Hennessey (IP Lawyer) 01.04.2025 1:55:06

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...

The Death Of Comics Journalism (and how we'll rebuild it) - Heidi MacDonald (The Comics Beat) 25.03.2025 2:02:30

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...

Ghost Inker to Million Dollar Crowdfunding Business: Jimmy Palmiotti 18.03.2025 1:36:13

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...

Creator Chip Zdarsky 11.03.2025 1:20:53

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...

Dan Didio - Publisher and Creator 04.03.2025 2:10:01

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...

David Harper from SKTCHD 18.02.2025 1:47:46

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:...

Stephen Christy from BOOM! Studios 13.02.2025 1:40:28

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...

Joshua Liles from Embodied Integration 04.02.2025 1:40:25

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...

Jim Valentino from Image Comics 28.01.2025 2:06:49

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...