Neighborhood Comics Convo

It's an Art(s) on the Air collab! Subscribe to Art(s) on the Air here: https://artontheair.podbean.com/ Join Kate Stanton Melendez for an interview with Lee Heidel, Owner and Managing Partner of Neighborhood Comics.  Get full access to Neighborhood Comics at convo.neighborhoodcomics.com/subscribe

Episode Guest: Waco O’Guin Waco O’Guin and I have a history. And luckily for me, we also have a present and a future. I’ve known animation tycoon/show runner/comedy writer/entrepreneur/serial day trader Waco O’Guin since junior high school. I’m extremely proud of all he’s accomplished. From winning a Butterfinger art contest to crashing the Music Video Awards, he was always the coolest guy in my r...

I’m so excited to share the conversation that I had with comics superstar Deanna Soukiasian earlier this month. I hate the microphone that I used, but hey, you come for the yap, not the tech. And the yap with Dee is always stellar. Thanks for reading Neighborhood Comics! This episode is public so feel free to share it. In this episode, we discuss the state of comics, focusing on conventions, the r...

Fred C. Stresing is a long-time friend of the shop. He and partner Meg Casey are now working with one of our favorite podcasts, Doughboys , to bring its “kids club for adults” to life in 4 colors. In this week’s episode of Neighborhood Comics Convo we talk about Fred’s career - past, present and future - chatting about licensed comic work and what makes the Doughboys so special. You can buy Doughb...

In this convo, Lee Heidel and Jamie Jones chat on the significance of HeroesCon — “Comic Book Homecoming” as Jamie calls it — the challenges and joys of being an independent creator, and the importance of community in the comic industry. Neighborhood Comics is a reader-supported comic shop. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. They discuss the evo...

I was thrilled to chat with Savannah artist Thao Hong about their work and recent tabling experience at DCAZ . In this Episode: * Thao Hong shares her creative process and workspace. * Thao’s collaboration with her fiancé enhances her artistic journey. * Listening to podcasts and music fuels her creativity. * Toy making evolved from a hobby to a significant part of her work. * The Egg Boys brand r...

It was a treat to sit down with Keith Baudry Smith and learn about his background in various professions before becoming a coffee shop owner. We totally vibed about the importance of community and relationships in business. Both of our shops aim to create a unique and immersive experience for customers. Community events and engagement opportunities are crucial for building a loyal customer base. I...

Watch this episode on Youtube . In this chat, Lee and Deanna discuss the launch of the Art Throbs Summer Reading Program, the importance of community in fostering creativity, and the role of comics in education and literacy. They explore the diverse reading list curated for the program, share insights on the Power to the Panel initiative, and reflect on Deanna's experience as an artist in residenc...

Our Guest: Stephen Robinson Stephen Robinson is a journalist, playwright and columnist with his own Substack: The Play Typer Guy . Follow him there and subscribe to his podcast. Summary In this conversation, Lee and Stephen explore the legacy of Superman, drawing parallels between historical events and contemporary societal issues. They discuss Superman's origins, his role as a symbol of hope and...

Huge thanks to our pal Marin Smith for recording a video preview of the new X-Men comic Rogue: The Savage Land . You can follow Marin on Instagram at Strikixit . Get full access to Neighborhood Comics at convo.neighborhoodcomics.com/subscribe

Pretty sure I said last week that these would be for paid subscribers only, but since this one is late, I’ll drop it in the main feed and on socials, too. :) Neighborhood Comics is a reader-supported indie comic shop. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. It’s a big week with lots of DC All-In issues and the launch of Absolute Wonder Woman. An all...

We’ve been publishing a “new comics” video of our wall for a few months now. It really helps customers to feel like they’re browsing in the shop. But this week, we’ve decided to augment that video with more information about some of the highlights. Neighborhood Comics is a reader-supported indie comic shop. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Sta...

Thanks to Frank and WJCL for spotlighting the amazing artists participating in our SpongeBob Squarepants tribute show. Learn more here . The silent auction is open through April 30. Bid Here . Neighborhood Comics is a reader-supported comic shop. To receive new posts and support our work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Get full access to Neighborhood Comics at convo.neighborhoodcomic...

You're invited to preview our new podcast about movies and comics, Graphic Details: From Sequential to Screen .  To subscribe, visit the podcast's page at: https://anchor.fm/graphicdeets --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/nbrhdcomics/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/nbrhdc...

Join us to discuss the new graphic novel MPLS Sound with artist Meredith Laxton! MPLS Sound is in stock now and available SIGNED from our web store .  If you're the video-watching type, you can watch this episode in full on our Facebook or Youtube channels. Book synopsis:  Theresa Booker was hardly the first singer-songwriter to be inspired by His Royal Badness-but she was the most determined. Min...

Join us to discuss the non-fiction all-ages graphic novel 'Mammal Takeover!' with author/artist Abby Howard and Dr. Katy Smith, Assistant Professor of Geology at Georgia Southern University. Katy's doctoral dissertation was on life histories of female American mastodons. And she's also a comics reader! This is a fun chat, so have all of your paleontology-obsessed friends and kiddos join in.  The p...

On March 16, 2021, we talked with comic book artist, SCAD professor and friend of the shop Robert Atkins over video chat. Robert was on the show to celebrate his most recent run on GI Joe: A Real American Hero for IDW. It's collected in the trade paperback Snake Hunt . If you're the video-watching type, you can watch this episode in full on our Facebook or Youtube channels. Thanks as always for li...

On March 3rd, 2021, we talked with singer/songwriter and frontman of The Hold Steady Craig Finn and illustrator Andrew Greenstone about their new collaboration comic book 'All These Perfect Crosses.' The comic is available right now at http://perfectcrosses.com Follow Craig @steadycraig and Andrew @comicsareforkids. If you're the video-watching type, you can watch this episode in full on our Faceb...

On February 24th, 2021, we talked with comic book creator Matthew Rosenberg over video chat. Matt was kind enough to join us for a discussion about his history with comics, writing Spider-Man, Grifter and his creator-owned comics, 4 Kids Walk Into a Bank and We Can Never Go Home. Lee was joined by guest host Jason Combs for this episode. Follow Matthew on social media @ashcanpress. If you're the v...

On February 10th, 2021, we talked with comic book creator Jarrett Williams over video chat. Jarrett was on the show to discuss his work on the Rick & Morty comic mini-series, Worlds Apart  by Oni Press. We also previewed his creator-owned title, Harper Sharp, which will be coming out soon as a part of a 3 book graphic novel deal with Random House. If you're the video-watching type, you can wat...

On January 25th, 2021, we talked with comic book creator Justin Barcelo over video chat, even though he lives right around the corner. Thanks, COVID. Justin was on the show to celebrate the trade paperback collecting the first 6 issues of his series DRYAD, published  by Oni Press. If you're the video-watching type, you can watch this episode in full on our Facebook or Youtube channels.  Thanks as...

On January 27th, 2021, we talked with comic book writer Zac Thompson over video chat. Our first Canadian guest! Zac was on the show to talk about Lonely Receiver and I Breathed a Body, two recent releases by Aftershock Comics. If you're the video-watching type, you can watch this episode in full on our Facebook or Youtube channels.  Thanks as always for listening. Be sure to follow us at NBRHDComi...

On February 3rd, 2021, we talked with artist Kate Sherron over video chat. Kate was on the show to discuss her new creator owned book, Chained to the Grave, a 5-part series published by IDW.  We also chatted about Kate's foundation in comics, breaking into the business and becoming an educator. Sadly, we had a technical glitch toward the end of the conversation and we lost our connection, so the c...

On January 20, 2021, we talked with artist Jey Odin over video chat. Jey was on the show to discuss his creator owned comic book / graphic novel, Lemonade Code, published by Oni Press. We also chatted about his Saturday AM collective, how he got into comics and what drives him as an artist. If you're the video-watching type, you can watch this episode in full on our Facebook or Youtube channels. ...

This is our first "proper" episode of the show and we're thankful that you've decided to join us. On January 6, 2021, we talked with comic book artist Josh Hood over video chat. It was an eventful day in the world, but we tried our best to keep it to comic books.  Josh is a long-time friend of the store and fantastic human being. His creator owned book, We Can Never Go Home , is a great pick-up an...