Pesto Comics - Audio Edition

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit pestocomics.substack.com The many, many software I use to create comics and more. == Join the 60-day free trial of the paid newsletter for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes details. https://pestocomics.substack.com/91ee8a65 == 00:00 Welcome Back 02:50 Writing 09:11 Production 13:30 Marketing 16:37 Fulfillment 18:59 A Bad Workman B...

Collecting is caring. == Join the 60-day free trial of the paid newsletter for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes details. https://pestocomics.substack.com/91ee8a65 == 00:00 Welcome Back 01:13 From Parts Unknown #3 Ends FRIDAY 02:21 Consuming is Learning 04:00 Buried in Books 05:39 Thank Goodness for Digital 06:41 Collecting to Collect 07:53 The Time and Space Dilemma 09:10 Coming Up on the S...

In this episode of Elsewhere in the Universe, we celebrate the launch of From Parts Unknown #3 and Adriano's 1000th Kickstarter backing. Delving into the crowdfunding scene, we discuss the dominance of NSFW content, the importance of community support, and some standout indie projects. We also address the impact of AI on the artist community, the mixed reception of live-action Snow White, and Holl...

YouTube is the place to be - mostly. == Join the 60-day free trial of the paid newsletter for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes details. https://pestocomics.substack.com/91ee8a65 == 00:00 Welcome Back 01:21 From Parts Unknown #3 01:54 The Death of Traditional Media 03:05 And Yet 04:10 All Thriller, No Filler 05:55 Commmunity-Based Approach 07:37 Picking Winners 09:24 Coming to the Substack 0...

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit pestocomics.substack.com For paid subscribers, a deep-dive into the costs and creation of Unlimited Udo. == Join the 60-day free trial of the paid newsletter for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes details. https://pestocomics.substack.com/91ee8a65 == 00:00 Welcome Back 01:44 Coming Up with the Concept 03:09 Finding Valentin 03:56 T...

Trying to do everything at once is a quick way to do none of it. == Join the 60-day free trial of the paid newsletter for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes details. https://pestocomics.substack.com/91ee8a65 == 00:00 Welcome Back 01:12 From Parts Unknown #3 is Live 01:57 The Past Two Months 03:27 Recognizing What Needs More Time 05:25 The Difference Between Improvement and Perfectionism 06:50...

In this episode of Elsewhere in the Universe, we celebrate the launch of From Parts Unknown #3 and Adriano's 1000th Kickstarter backing. Delving into the crowdfunding scene, we discuss the dominance of NSFW content, the importance of community support, and some standout indie projects. We also address the impact of AI on the artist community, the mixed reception of live-action Snow White, and Holl...

It's launch day for From Parts Unknown #3! == Join the 60-day free trial of the paid newsletter for exclusive content and behind-the-scenes details. https://pestocomics.substack.com/91ee8a65 == 00:00 Welcome Back 02:10 Short Turnaround 03:10 Speeding to the Finish 03:57 Within Reach 04:55 I Backed Issue 2, When Can I Read It? 05:26 So When Will #4 Come Out? 05:59 Still Shipping Worldwide 07:10 Wha...

In this episode of Pesto Comics Audio Edition, we talk about the congested schedule of Pesto Comics. We talk about juggling the launch of a new paid newsletter, balancing multiple Kickstarter campaigns, attending conventions, and a secret trading card game project. Despite the challenges, the passion for creating comics, novels, and expanding the business shines through. == Join the 60-day free tr...

Welcome to Elsewhere in the Universe by Pesto Comics. Episode #1 See the full post, with all the links, at pestocomics.substack.com 00:00 Greetings from Elsewhere 02:14 A Quick Note for Listeners 02:33 Stimulating Substacks 04:36 Live and Kickstartin' 08:45 bit.ly/fpu3comic 09:12 Magnificent Movies 11:15 Big Time Boob Tube 12:40 Conclusions and Contemplation 13:52 Coming Up on the Substack -- Foll...

It's almost Spring and I'm ready for it. Plus, some big changes coming to the podcast and newsletter. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:28 From Parts Unknown #3 in Prelaunch 02:15 A Paid Option 03:37 Elsewhere in the Universe 05:00 East Coast Comic Expo 05:26 Word on the Street 05:52 Changing of the Seasons 06:49 Missing Out on Toronto Comicon 08:21 A Sign of a Long, Frustrating Summer (Sports-Wise) 09:16 Loo...

Welcome to the March 12th, 2025 episode of Pesto Comics Audio Edition. Today I reflect on time management and overcoming fear to stay productive, the importance of creating, organizing, and taking consistent steps towards long-term success. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:45 Three Days Left to Back From Parts Unknown #2 02:27 It's Time to Spring Forward 03:27 Don't Let Fear Hold You Back 04:43 Don't Let Cli...

Let's talk about when things do go quite to plan. 00:00 Welcome Back 02:14 From Parts Unknown #2 Has Funded 03:36 Hear Me on Comixlaunch 04:13 I'm Going to TCAF 05:24 It's Murphy's Law 06:36 The Original Plan for This Post 07:41 Quick to Pivot 09:07 Speaking Of: Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 2 10:12 Planning 2025 and Beyond 11:47 It's Frustrating, But Also the Fun Part 12:37 I'm Not a Lonely Writer 13:14 Co...

This week, I talk about the challenges of launching From Parts Unknown #2 and the lessons learned from past successful campaigns like Naked Kaiju Woman . I use it to discuss the impact of spoilers on blockbuster films like Captain America: Brave New World , Spider-Man No Way Home , and Deadpool/Wolverine . 00:00 Welcome Back 02:35 Captain America: Not Quite Brave or New 04:28 Spider-Man and the Mu...

Pesto Comics Audio Edition for February 19th, 2024. It's launch day for From Parts Unknown #2! 00:00 Welcome Back 02:14 Letting the Cat Out of the Bag 03:21 Not Getting Ahead of Ourselves 04:03 Shouldn't I Just Wait for Issue 5? 04:33 What makes Issue 2 special? 05:36 What's Available This Campaign? 08:43 What If I Live in Timbuktu? 09:23 When Can I Expect Everything? 09:49  For Those That Don't l...

It's the post-mortem for Naked Kaiju Woman ! 00:00 Welcome Back 01:02 From Parts Unknown #2 Launches Next Week 01:37 Post Mortem Introduction 02:26 Funds Raised Comparison 03:15   Total Dollars Per Campain 03:41 Average Pledged 04:26 Popular Pledge Levels 05:14 Funding Stats 05:36 Overall Budget Cover by the Kickstarter Campaign 06:19 Cost Split 07:19 Backer Count Comparison 07:56 Backer Counts 08...

Welcome to Pesto Comics Audio Edition for February 5th, 2025. Guilty pleasures are silly. Just like what you like. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:01 Naked Kaiju Woman Astounds 01:39 From Parts Unknown #2 Prelaunch is Live 02:37 Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 1 Off to the Printers 03:09 What's Your Guilty Pleasure? 04:20 My High School Brain: Girls > Comics 05:32 “Chick Rock” and, Eventually, K-Pop 07:01 The World is...

Welcome to Pesto Comics Audio Edition for January 29th, 2025. This week we dive into NSFW comics on Kickstarter, discussing 'Naked Kaiju Woman' and the broader landscape of taboo comics. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:40 Less Than 3 Days Left for Naked Kaiju Woman 02:38 Big Smoke Pulp is off to the printers - finally 03:22 Indie Comics are Different 04:28 A Different Angle 05:47 The Big Naked Crowd 06:59 D...

Welcome to Pesto Comics Audio Edition for January 22nd, 2025! In this episode, Adriano talks through the pitfalls of self-publishing and the insular nature of writing about writing. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:52 Naked Kaiju Woman Still Flying High 02:43 Writers Writing About Writers 03:36 Stop Hitting Yourself 05:10 Writers Selling Writing 06:17 Every Platform Has Writers Selling the Platform 07:22 I'm...

The Magic of Dictation: A writing hack for hacks like me. In the January 15th, 2025 episode of Pesto Comics Audio Edition, Adriano celebrates the successful launch of his latest project 'Naked Kaiju Woman' Following that, he discusses the wonders and pitfalls of using dictation as a writing tool - and whether it might work for you! 00:00 Welcome Back 01:35 Naked Kaiju Woman is Thriving 02:09 Long...

Unveiling Naked Kaiju Woman: A New Comic Series In the January 8th, 2025 edition of Pesto Comics Audio Edition, we dive right into discussing the highly anticipated launch of the 'Naked Kaiju Woman' comic series, exploring its conception, unique approach to NSFW content in comics, and the story behind its creation. This episode forgoes usual updates to focus on the inspiration, creative process, a...

In this New Year's update from Pesto Comics, Adriano lays out the ambitious projects planned for 2025. We cover the anticipated launches of 'Naked Kaiju Woman' and future issues of 'From Parts Unknown' issues - plus a secret comic series collaboration with a renowned editor and prose ventures into space opera, romance, and time travel fiction. Additionally, Adriano teases plans for a new trading c...

2024 Year in Review From breaking new grounds with 'Crazy Latte Thing Called Love,' 'Big Smoke Pulp', and 'From Parts Unknown,' to participating in exciting conventions and collaborations, this episode captures all the highlights. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:19 Two Weeks to Naked Kaiju Woman Launches 02:17 Reviewing 2024 02:57 Crazy Latte Thing Called Love 04:24 From Parts Unknown 1 05:46 Big Smoke Pulp...

In this episode of Pesto Comics, we dive into the postmortem of the latest campaign for Big Smoke Pulp Volume 1. We go deep into the funds raised, marketing strategies, backer statistics, and the overall success of the campaign, which was a departure from the usual comic book projects. Check it out for in-depth analysis and tips for running a successful Kickstarter campaign. 00:00 Welcome Back 02:...

In this December 11th, 2024 of episode of Pesto Comics Audio Edition, Adriano shares a heartfelt ode to his cat Oliver on his adoptiversary. Reflecting on the joys and lessons of pet ownership, Adriano discusses how Oliver has influenced his empathy and how that improved his writing. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:13 Follow Naked Kaiju Woman 01:48 Read my Dirt Sheet in Undisputed 1 02:22 From the Mouths of...