New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest Podcast

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist, Glen Le Lievre.  Glen talks about his background, the current state of working in the cartoon profession, why he no longer submits to the New Yorker, Playboy parties and much more! Check out Glen's website here: https://www.lelievrecartoons.com And see his current work by subscribing to his Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/g...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist, Hilary Campbell.  Hilary talks about how she got into cartooning, her break into The New Yorker, her podcast, her new book and everything related to murder.  You can learn more about Hilary and purchase her book at her website: https://www.cartoonsbyhilary.com On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss...       The winning caption for New Y...

On this week's episode, we're joined by cartoonist, Michael Shaw.  We discuss his recent cartoon in the New Yorker Caption Contest featuring a man with colorful pants in front of St. Peter.  Michael shares the origins of the cartoon, his original caption and gives a signed copy of the original cartoon to one lucky listener.  We also discuss our thoughts on the finalists for contest #821...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist, Tom Chitty.  Tom talks about how he got his start as a cartoonist, his first few years contributing to the New Yorker, his evolving style and waxes poetically about his 0.3 Staedtler fineliner pens. We also discuss his recent cartoon in the CartoonStock $1000 Caption Contest and discover that sometimes a pink elephant is just an eleph...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Illustrator, New Yorker Cover Artist and Cartoonist, Barry Blitt.  Barry talks about how he got his start as an illustrator and selling his first cartoon and cover to the New Yorker.  We also discuss some of his most well-known covers including the controversial July 21, 2008 Barack and Michelle Obama cover art.  Finally, we chat about selling or...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Ken Krimstein.  Ken talks about his early years as a cartoonist and his start at the New Yorker. He touches on his several books and talks a bit about his next book. We delve into the humor of being offensive and discuss some cartoons that would not be published in today’s climate. Visit Ken’s website to see his work and purchase his b...

On part two of this week's episode, Drew Dernavich joins us to discuss his collaboration with Nesja Press on a limited edition letterpress print of "Ping".   See the artwork and the story behind it at  https://nesjapress.com/drew-dernavich-collaboration On part one of the episode, Drew and the gang discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #815   Finalists for contest #8...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Tony Lopes.  Tony lives in Australia and is the driving force behind the internationally known comic strip, “Insanity Streak”. His comic strip has won numerous awards and is translated into several languages. Tony sponsors an annual Cartoon Caption Contest. His current contest is now open until September 20th. To enter, click on this l...

On this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined by the winner of NYer Contest #813, Timmy Booth, and frequent caption contest finalist, Nicole Chrolavicius.  We discuss New Yorker Caption Contests #s 813, 815 and 817.  We also share some tips for winning the contest as well as Vin's $500 win on the CartoonStock contest and the new cartoon for that contest.  

With no guest this week, Vin, Paul and Beth discuss the new CartoonStock drawing and Beth's feelings about coming in 2nd to Larry Wood on New Yorker Caption Contest # 812.  We also discuss the finalists for contest #814 and new contest #816.  Send us questions or comments to:  Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Sofia Warren.  She shares her background and how she broke into The New Yorker with help from a fellow cartoonist.  We also discuss her art style and several of the cartoons she's had in the caption contest.  Finally Sofia shares her surprising favorite movie of all time and her new book 'Radical: My Year With a Socialist Sen...

On this week's episode, Larry Wood and Beth Lawler go head to head in New Yorker Caption Contest #812.  We also share thoughts on the winner of contest #810 and current contest #814.  Finally, Larry discusses the Cartoon Stock Caption Contest and some of the other creative endeavors he's been involved with. 

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Julia Suits.  She shares how persistence and determination landed her in the pages of The New Yorker after a five year pursuit.  We also discuss some of her favorite cartoons, how she comes up with ideas and her fascinating book The Extraordinary Catalog of Peculiar Inventions, visit Julia's website to see her work and purchase he...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Bob Eckstein.  We discuss his interesting path into cartooning, which includes him being a finalist in the New Yorker Caption Contest, his several published books and what type of cartooning he is mostly into these days.  We also share thoughts on what makes a good caption. visit his website to see his work and purchase his books. www....

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Matt Diffee.  We discuss how he got into cartooning, the caption contest, his twenty year career and why he (mostly) stopped submitting to The New Yorker.  We also discuss his art style and how cartoons have changed over the years.  visit his website to see his work and purchase his books.  www.matthewdiffee.com/books On Part 1 of the...

On this week's episode, Drew Dernavich is back to discuss what he's been up to and shares the origins of his recent caption contest cartoon featuring a knight guarding a sand castle in Contest #806.  We also discuss the finalists for Contest #808 and the current Contest #810.    Send us questions or comments to: Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist and Hollywood screenwriter Alex Gregory.  We discuss his career in cartooning, the caption contest, and why he stopped submitting to The New Yorker.  We also discuss his career as a screenwriter and his experience winning an Emmy for his work on HBO's Veep as well as the new project he's working on.  On Part 1 of the episode,...

On this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined once again by Larry Wood.  We discuss his recent third place position in the New Yorker Caption Contest which increases his record to 13 times as a finalist. We also discuss this week's finalists and current cartoon for the New Yorker Caption Contest.  Finally, we talk about the changes to the Cartoon Stock caption contest now that...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Ellis Rosen.  We discuss his career in cartooning, the cartoon contest, "SEND HELP!", his recent book collaboration with Jon Adams and the origins of “Ned”, who we hope to see more often in the New Yorker! You can check out some of Ellis's cartoons at his website: https://ellis-rosen.format.com  Vin was unable to join us...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Adam Sacks.  We discuss his time-consuming drawing process, how he broke into the New Yorker and selling his first cartoon.  We also talk in detail about his recent cartoon in the caption contest.     On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss...     The winning caption for New Yorker contest #802    Finalists for contest #804    Current New...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Bob Mankoff. Bob was the New Yorker Cartoon Editor from 1997 to 2017. He currently runs CartoonStock, the world's largest online database of cartoons for licensing, products, and original art. On June 7th, CartoonStock will be starting a new Caption Contest in which the winning caption will receive a one thousand dollar cash prize! We talk t...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Bob Staake. Bob is an illustrator, author and New Yorker cover artist for some of their most well-known and iconic covers.  We discuss his unlikely start into the illustration world and some of the inner workings of how New Yorker covers come to be.  We also discuss his passion for cartooning, writing children's books and much more.     You...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist, Writer and Animation Artist, Lars Kenseth. We discuss his career in cartooning and how he developed his “Weeble” people style. We also take side trips into politics, creepy clowns and intimate relations with whiteboards.    And you can find out more about lars at his website:  https://www.larskenseth.com    On Part 1 of the episode, w...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist and Author Mike Twohy. We discuss his path into The New Yorker, writing cartoons for Charles Adams, and his thoughts on being the very first cartoon in the caption contest, as well as how that came about.  We also discuss his children's books and his goal to become a satisfied cartoonist.  On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... ...

On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Syndicated Cartoonist, Wayno. We discuss his cartooning pursuits at The New Yorker, Nickelodeon, Entertainment Weekly and many other magazines as well as his own comic strip Bizarro.  We also discuss his band where he plays the harmonica and sings for The Red Beans & Rice Combo.  On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss...  The winning caption fo...