The Graphic Histories Podcast

André speaks with a man who got to live his passion a little later in his career and jumped in head first creating some truly unique projects! Keith Grachow is a professional illustrator who has created comics, graphic novels, and chapter books for kids. With 25 years of experience as a graphic artist, he's worked in the toy industry as an in-house designer for popular toy lines like Bruce Le...

This weeks guest is a man responsible for some of the absolute best comic to film adaptions around! Ernie Altbacker, is a screenwriter with credits on TV shows like Static Shock, Ben 10, Spider-Man, Jay Jay the Jet Plane, Mucha Lucha, and Green Lantern: The Animated Series. He earned an MFA in screenwriting from the American Film Institute and holds an undergraduate degree from the University of N...

We dive deep into the nostalgia well for a titanic Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Talk with the current artist for their Saturday Morning Adventures Comic series!  Sarah Myer is a comic artist and illustrator hailing from a ten-acre farm in White Hall, Maryland. An old-school cosplayer and anime fan, Sarah has attended anime/comic conventions as a fan and artist alley participant since 1999 and has...

Our next guest has a truly unique life experience that has given them a distinct creative voice when it comes to their writing! Jennifer Lee Rossman's writing delves into weird yet hopeful realms of sci-fi and fantasy, spotlighting LGBTQIA+ and disabled characters with a sprinkle of Jurassic Park references. They strive to create inclusive stories where readers of any background feel welcome....

This episode features a comic creator whose career has spanned decades in the comic industry and enhanced many beloved titles! Jim Calafiore's comic journey began in Calibre comics before shifting to Valiant, refining his skills. He rose to prominence with DC's "Aquaman" series with peter David and was praised for his dynamic artwork. His versatility shone in Marvel's &quo...

Our newest episode features an artist with a truly unique style. Isabel Burke is a comic artist and illustrator hailing from Texas, whose passion for storytelling through art ignited at an early age, Burke has been freelancing since 2021, catering to a diverse array of clients primarily within the publishing, editorial, and RPG sectors. While her portfolio often delves into historical and fantasy...

In our newest episode we chat with a loud and proud letterer and comic creator! Andrew Thomas, a native of Mississauga, discovered his passion for drawing early on, filling every scrap of paper with sketches. After high school, he pursued Video Game Design but found his calling as a Graphic Designer, contributing to an iOS game, "BubbleStarz." In 2013, he made his comic convention debut,...

Another great conversation with yet another of Toronto's talented comic creators Becka Kinzie is an accomplished cartoonist and freelance artist hailing from Ontario, Canada, where her vibrant creativity thrives. Her journey in the art world began with color flatting for numerous comic book artists, a role that allowed her to refine her skills and immerse herself in the dynamic realm of seque...

A comics legend pops in to discuss his storied career. Since the early 1980s, Stephen Grant has been a prominent figure in the comic book industry, gaining recognition for his work with Marvel Comics. Notable contributions include revitalizing characters like the Punisher and writing for titles such as Avengers, The Hulk, and The Defenders. Grant's creator-owned character, Whisper, debuted at...

André meets the man responsible for the book that inspired his favorite film!  Gary K. Wolf is a celebrated American writer renowned for his imaginative contributions to science fiction and fantasy. He gained fame with his novel "Who Censored Roger Rabbit?" later adapted into the iconic film "Who Framed Roger Rabbit?" Wolf's storytelling blends mystery, humor, and speculat...

A very cool artist who has some connections to past guests stops in to chat about his amazing work! Dietrich O. Smith is a prolific comic book artist whose exceptional talent has graced the pages of industry giants such as Marvel, DC, Dynamite, Boom! Studios, Image Comics, IDW Publishing, Riot Games, and more. With a diverse portfolio spanning various genres and publishers, Smith has showcased his...

This episodes guest is a man who has traversed several industries and made an indelible mark on each one. Chuck Patton is a renowned comic book artist with a prolific career spanning several decades. His dynamic and expressive artwork has graced numerous titles across various genres, showcasing his versatility and skill. Patton is best known for his work on iconic superhero titles such as "Ju...

Our host speaks with the man he feels is responsible for one of the most disturbing scenes in comic book history! Fred Van Lente is a distinguished name in the comic book industry, celebrated for his versatile talents as a writer, historian, and storyteller. With a career spanning over two decades, Van Lente has established himself as a prolific and innovative creator across various genres and med...

André chats with the owner of FairSquare comics to learn about the in depth world of independent publishing. Fabrice Sapolsky is a prominent figure in the comic book world, celebrated for his diverse talents as a writer, editor, and publisher. Over his extensive career of more than two decades, Sapolsky has made significant contributions to the industry with his inventive storytelling and unwaveri...

In this episode our host chats with a comic book legend! A consummate workhorse whose iconic creation of his own series set the benchmark for achievement in independent comic books! Erik Larsen is a renowned comic book creator known for his influential work in the industry. As a founding member of Image Comics, Larsen's iconic series "Savage Dragon" blends superhero action with humo...

 André chats with virtual royalty when it comes to animation Bradley Rader! An Emmy® Award–winning animation artist Brad has worked in the TV animation industry as a storyboard artist on various animated series including Rainbow Brite , The Littles , The Real Ghostbusters , ALF and ALF Tails , Batman: The Animated Series , Biker Mice from Mars , Gargoyles , Men in Black: The Series , The Legend of...

We like to think André often connects in some way with all his guest but this chat certainly was one that came easy to our host! J.K. Woodward started illustrating comics in 2003 and has worked on many titles including CSI NY, G.I. Joe Cobra, Star Trek Next Generation, BOOM! Studios Eureka, POE and Zombie Tales. When Peter David was re-launching his creator owned series Fallen Angel at IDW, J.K. w...

The Death of Superman was an event that rocked the comics world so hard the reverberations are still being felt to this day! On this episode we speak with the editor for Superman comics at that time and the man who made it possible! Mike Carlin started out in the business at DC Comics as a high school intern in 1974 and was later hired by Marvel Comics as a writer and artist on Crazy Magazine. Ris...

Two of André's worlds collide in one interview...marketing and movies! Craig Miller is a well-known and respected writer/producer with over 200 credits. He has worked in live-action and animation, written scripts, developed series, pitched to studios and networks, produced, cast, approved storyboards, character designs, and animation – the entire gamut of what goes into creating, selling, and...

André once again dips into the extremely talented pool that is the Toronto based comic art scene to chat with a talented and vibrant creator! Paris Alleyne is a Toronto-based comic-book artist. He has done work as a colourist for Ninja Turtle, Ghostbuster, GI Joe, Captain Canuck, and Riftworld comics. His art has appeared in Marvel, DC, IDW, Chapterhouse, Black Comix Returns and his own independen...

The world of alternate covers is a rich and vast one and on this episode we speak with a man who navigates it well! Rich Woodall is best known for his creator owned books Johnny Raygun, Kyrra: Alien Jungle Girl, Zombie Bomb, and The Electric Black. Rich's work can also be seen in the Savage Dragon, Invincible, Atomic Robo, and several sketch cards series from Upper Deck, Topps, and Rittenhous...

Mr. Monster has been an enduring figure in the minds of many comic fans our host included! André chats with the creator of that iconic figure Michael T. Gilbert! Michael’s stories have been featured in Heavy Metal, Slow Death, Star*Reach, Quack!, Batman, The Spirit and Walt Disney’s Comics & Stories and American Splendor. Over the years he’s written or drawn comics starring Superman, Batman, D...

In the sweet vanished past... a young André was fascinated with an independent comic he read about in Wizard magazine. That comic was Box Office Poison and it opened a wide world to that young reader about what alternate comics could offer. The creator of the book was this episodes guest! Alex Robinson has written and illustrated several graphic novels, including Our Expanding Universe, Too Cool t...

Merry Christmas! André celebrates the holiday by chatting horror with a connoisseur of the subject all the way from Australia, writer, editor and jack of all trades when it comes to publishing Christopher Sequiera. His published work includes poetry, prose , and comic-book scripts. Sequeira's creator-owned work includes "Sherlock Holmes: Dark Detective", Pulse of Darkness, Rattlebon...

Joe Eisma and André share a love of a great many things John Carpenter films, Grant Morrison's X-Men and scintillating conversation! Beginning his comic career with a bang on Morning Glories, Joe also worked on Nick Spencer's book Existence 2.0/3.0. His first published work was A Dummy's Guide to Danger: Lost at Sea by Viper press in 2008. He recently completed Holo Ween a Star Trek...