Nerdy Mewzings

Join me on the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast for an epic, heartfelt conversation with the incredibly talented Brett Bean — artist behind I Hate Fairyland, Dungeon Crawler Carl: The Crocodile, and now his brand-new creator-owned high-fantasy comedy series D'ORC launching February 4, 2026 from Image Comics! Brett shares his wild journey: skipping school to read Savage Sword of Conan at a Circle K (and gett...

Join James in an EXTRA packed Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio as he welcomes Ridge Kiley (President/CEO of Rising Empire Studios and Creator of Alpha Clash TCG) and writer AJ Light (Alpha Clash Co-Creator) for an energetic chat about building a new comic + trading card game universe from the ground up! The guys share: -How the pandemic sparked the idea for a wizard battle royale video game that evol...

Join James in the Nerdy Mewzings studio as he chats with rising Irish comic book artist Reese Hannigan, proudly the first Irishman to appear on the podcast! Reese dives into his journey: -Growing up inspired by cartoons, Spider-Man movies, Todd McFarlane, and early YouTube art videos -Transitioning from traditional to digital workflow (Clip Studio lover!) -Breaking into comics, influenced by fello...

Join James once again in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio, as he completes the trilogy with Chris Tung, founder of Raremarq (formerly Nerd Crawler), in a fun and insightful chat about building a powerhouse marketplace for comic book art lovers! Chris shares exciting updates on Raremarq's growth: -Helped creators earn over $2 million in under two years -Lower fees (starting at 6%), secure escrow p...

Dive into an epic chat with comic artist & writer Nick Pitarra (The Manhattan Projects, Ax-Wielder Jon) as he shares his wild journey breaking into comics, pulling insane all-nighters, his deep love for influences like Frank Quitely, Moebius, and Geof Darrow, collaborating with Jonathan Hickman, and the heartfelt origin of his creator-owned barbarian masterpiece Ax-Wielder Jon. We also geek ou...

This week James had the honor of chatting with Felix Lu of Felix Comic Art, a comic book artist representative who works with acclaimed superstars like Ryan Ottley, Daniel Warren Johnson, Nick Dragotta and many more. They discussed the intricacies of the art representation industry, the significance of original art sales, and the ever evolving landscape of comic book art collecting. The conversati...

On Halloween 2025, Jim Mahfood (Marvel’s Spider-Man, Clerks, Grrl Scouts, Fortnite, Tank Girl) dropped by Nerdy Mewzings right after his brand-new 48-page Spider-Man parody one-shot THE ARACHNID ENFORCER absolutely demolished its Kickstarter goal on Day 1 — more than doubling the first-day numbers of his previous hit Savage Street Vigilante — and introduced the instant fan-favorite character GANGS...

Returning guest and rising comic book coloring superstar STEVE CANON is back for an unfiltered, no-holds-barred deep dive into the world of a professional colorist!   In this episode we bring the heat on: His very first covers on the main Spawn title (Spawn #369 A & B with Raymond Gay & Danny Earls) Coloring Danny Earls’ mind-blowing architectural covers for Sam & Twitch: Gangland The...

Join James on Nerdy Mewzings for an in-depth chat with indie comic book writer Caleb Palmquist https://calebquist.com  —creator of Unicorn Vampire Hunter, Dragon Grit, and the ever-growing Swords of Arthur universe. From the perfect con pitch (“a unicorn that kills vampires”) to 40+ successful Kickstarters, Caleb opens up about escaping 2016 debt, forging lasting artistic partnerships (Daryl Toh,...

🦇 ERICA D’URSO IS BACK – and this time the bat is OUT of the bag! The Immortal Legend Batman artist returns to Nerdy Mewzings and finally reveals: • The soul-crushing pressure of drawing AFTER Dan Mora’s designs 😱 • How she designed Bruce Wayne’s civilian look, enemies & the Shadows • Why she almost turned down Batman (!!) • The secret creator-owned project (John Wick + Spirited Away + Putin...

Legendary Nexus creator Steve “The Dude” Rude gets RAW on animation battles, Jack Kirby lessons, and bringing Return to Earth to life. In this milestone episode of Nerdy Mewzings, James dives deep with comic book icon Steve Rude — co-creator of Nexus, winner of multiple Eisner & Kirby Awards, and a fierce defender of traditional art in the digital age.   What You’ll Hear: The real creative str...

Join James as he catches up with his longtime friend, MEGA talented comic book artist, Siya Oum! In this episode, they chat about their 25-year friendship, reminiscing about their college days, the evolution of their artistic journeys, and discuss Siya's NEW Kickstarter project, Neo Wonderland. Hear behind-the-scenes stories of their art classes, inspirations from iconic comic book artists, and de...

James sits down with David Harper, fellow podcaster and creator of SKTCHD.com. They discuss the evolution of David's podcast 'Off Panel', his meticulous preparation methods for interviews, and his path through the world of comic book journalism. From their shared love of the Transformers and comic art, to the challenges of making a living through comics, this episode is a must-listen for anyone pa...

Welcome back to the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast! Underground cartoonist extraordinaire Sam McClurg makes his triumphant return for round two, joining James to dive deeper into the gritty, unfiltered world of indie comics, raw artistry, and con-floor chaos. Fresh off his electrifying experience at Eddie P Con—where the energy crackled like a live wire—Sam opens up about channeling rock 'n' roll legends...

Join James on the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast for an inspiring conversation with comic book artist Todd Beats! Discover how Todd overcame early challenges to become a full-time artist, rocked Rose City Comic-Con, and built a massive TikTok and Instagram following. From his standout variant cover for Invincible Universe: Battle Beast, to engaging with fans and critics, Todd shares his creative process,...

🎙️ Drop headfirst into the world of comics once again, with host James on the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast! In this episode, comic book writer Warrick Walker reveals his creative process, inspirations, and collaborations with artists Erwin Papa and Eric Rivera. Discover the secrets behind his storytelling and get a sneak peek at his upcoming projects!🚀 📚 Learn more about Warrick: Instagram: https://ww...

Join me in welcoming prolific comic book artist Eric Canete, known for his astounding artwork, smoldering intensity, insanely dynamic art style, and co-hosting the now infamous InkPulp Podcast! We delve into Eric's experiences in the animation and comic industries, his journey towards finding his unique artistic voice, and how the X-Men heavily inspired his creator-owned project, Arc Athena. Eric...

In this episode of the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast, James welcomes LA-based comic book writer Ricardo Andrés Acevedo to discuss his journey in the comic book industry! They delve into Ricardo's unique background, his writing process, and the inspiration behind his comic 'Bird Turd.' Ricardo shares his experiences of working with artists, his first time at San Diego Comic-Con, and upcoming projects, inc...

Join James in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio for yet another exciting episode, this time with Narrative Illustrator, AKA Cartoonist, Conner Herbison! Conner discusses his journey from childhood doodles to pursuing a career in comic art, his experiences with fellow comic book creators like Clayton Rozman, and epic interactions with industry legends such as Geof Darrow and Jeff Lemire. They delve...

In this episode, James is joined by prolific comic book and animation writer Adam Beechen! They discuss Adam's impressive career trajectory from his early admiration for comics, sparked by a 1970s Spider-Man issue, to his extensive work in animation on shows like 'Teen Titans,' 'Batman: The Animated Series,' and 'The Wild Thornberrys.' Adam shares insights on the differences between writing for co...

In this episode of the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast, James sits down with Kristopher Leithwood, better known as Tartan Ninja, the second-ever comic book colorist to be featured on the podcast! They delve into Kris' journey from wanting to be a penciller to becoming a professional comic book colorist. Tune in as they discuss the therapeutic aspects of coloring, the differences in approach for covers vers...

Join James in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio as he explores the secret world of underground comics with creator Sam McClurg! Learn about Sam's journey from a late comic reader to an underground comic creator, his artistic background, and his inspirations. Discover the unique characteristics of underground comics, the creative process behind Sam's works, and how he navigates the indie comic scen...

In this episode, James is joined by comic book writer Clayton Rozman for his first podcast appearance! They discuss Clayton's journey into writing, which began with childhood storytelling, and his deep passion for comic books. They talk about his current projects, including a Batman zine collaboration with artist Raymar Brunson, and his upcoming horror Western comic, 'Yellow Moon.' Clayton shares...

Welcome to another Nerdy Mewzings Podcast episode! Join James as he sits down with comic book artist & writer Jorge Zevallos, the innovative creator of 'Savage Pulp,' to discuss his unique art style, key influences, and the intricate process behind his compelling works. From old-school brush techniques and the challenges of comic coloring to captivating tales of learning from legendary artists...

Join James and Tyler, AKA VenomBuster, on this episode of Nerdy Mewzings Podcast as they venture deep into the world of comic art! Discover Tyler's journey, his artistic influences, and how he's tackling comic projects despite physical challenges. Learn about the tools and techniques he uses, including digital and traditional methods, and get a sneak peek at his upcoming comic project. This episod...