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@bjkicks.bsky.social

Host of Comics Are Dope on YouTube. Contact: [email protected]
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Yesterday, my latest interview dropped with @bjkicks.bsky.social of the Comics Are Dope podcast! We discussed EPIPHANY ENGINE, the Ultimate Comics Crossover Graphic Novel Event on @kickstarter.com , creator entrepreneurship, and editing a crossover event. Enjoy!! www.youtube.com/watch?v=o-vG...
JOE ILLIDGE Talks Milestone, Lessons from Dwayne McDuffie, and EPIPHANY ENGINE (Full Interview)www.youtube.com YouTube video by Comics Are Dope
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@josephpillidge.bsky.social has been on the frontlines of creator equity, economic opportunities, and Black independent comics for over 3 decades now. It was an honor to speak with him about Epiphany Engine, perhaps the most ambitious project he’s been a part of to date. Watch: youtu.be/o-vGUoR90S0
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One look at the art of Marcus Williams and you can see he’s special. From Tuskegee Heirs to Eye Lie Popeye, his character work is a sight to behold. We talk inspiration, process, working with Greg Burnham and more in this week’s podcast. Listen: comicsaredope.simplecast.com/episodes/28-...
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This was a really fantastic chat with the wonderful @bjkicks.bsky.social and may be one of my favourite interviews I’ve done about WTBHD. We do a deep dive on making epic fantasy feel personal, lessons from my time as a comics journalist, and singing Daniel Romero’s praises. Give it a listen!
26. Creating Epic Fantasy with Gary Moloneyyoutu.be Few comics have smacked me in the face like When The Blood Has Dried #1.  It wasn't on my radar, but once it arrived in my inbox, I was HOOKED after page one. Ahead of the release of issue #2, writer Gary Moloney joins the podcast to talk about his inspirations, his love for epic fantasy stories, and just how much is riding on the success of his direct market debut. About Gary Moloney: Gary Moloney is a comic writer from Cork, Ireland, and co-founder of the Limit Break Comics collective. Gary writes across multiple genres, acting as co-editor on the mythology mashup anthologies, Down Below and Fractured Realms. When he's not obsessing over the morphology of the Irish language or the political dystopia we seem headed towards, Gary can usually be found on the water, windsurfing until the frostbite sets in. Follow Gary on Twitter at @m_gearoid (https://twitter.com/m_gearoid) Purchase When The Blood Has Dried at Things From Another World (https://shrsl.com/4isbe) For More from Comics Are Dope: Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.com Subscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredope Join our online Discussion Communities: Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/community Discord - http://bjkicks.link/discord
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3 months ahead of his latest venture, Atlantic Comic Con; Greg Burnham joins the show to talk about his comic origins, working with Marcus Williams, and the secret to staying profitable on the road. Listen at comicsaredope.simplecast.com/episodes/27-...
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So proud I finally filmed this Indie Comics spotlight. Check it out to learn about a few books you probably haven’t seen on other channels. youtu.be/ESDNwMEABrI?...
MASSIVE Indie Comics Haul!! Critical Entertainment, Sigma Comics & More!youtu.be Want to talk comics with us all the time? Join us in the Comics Are Dope Community! Now available on two platforms: Facebook: http://bjkicks.link/ksquad Discord: http://bjkicks.link/discord Shop Comics Are Dope Merch: http://comicsaredope.com/shop For inexpensive comic recommendations, check out my Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/bjkicks --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Check out our Channel Partners: Organic Priced Books - the fastest growing source for brand new collected editions! Save $2 on every order using my referral link at http://bjkicks.link/opb Heroes & Villians - Premium Licensed Geek Apparel and Accessories. Get $25 off at https://bjkicks.link/geektees Things From Another World - Don't have an LCS? Check out TFAW and get up to 30% off new comic book preorders, with an easy-to-manage online subscription! - https://bjkicks.link/TFAW WhatNot - all the security and protection of eBay, with the fun of a YouTube Live auction! Get $10 spending credit when you create an account using this link. https://www.whatnot.com/invite/bjkicks BCW Supplies - Get comic book storage bags, short boxes and more at https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=bjkicks. Get 10% off your purchase with coupon code 'BJKICKS' at checkout! Zavvi - an amazing source of geek culture items. DVDs, Posters, Graphic Novels and a bunch of great apparel. Save 10% on your first order at http://bjkicks.link/zavvi StreamYard - create livestreams like "The Hangout" with tons of customizable features at https://streamyard.com?fpr=bjkicks ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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SPACE GHOST #1 is out next week! It was my pleasure to talk all things Space Ghost with writer @peposed.bsky.social on this week's podcast. Listen to find out what Batman & Space Ghost have in common! comicsaredope.simplecast.com/episodes/24-...
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Very cool. I will check this out! I will be talking about Doc tonight at 8. www.youtube.com/live/-Cw3Zlc... Thanks for showing him love.
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A tribute to Mark Bright deserves its own video, but I thought it would reach more people if I put it in my flagship weekly show. I hope you enjoy! youtu.be/ZbifGdTyvYc
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It felt wrong to say nothing about this week's developments. Prayerfully, my words are received in the spirit in which they were intended. comicsaredope.com/2024/04/03/w...
We’re Losing Greats, and Our Humanity. – Comics Are Dope.comicsaredope.com
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Tony Fleecs and I had an awesome conversation about Stray Dogs, his follow up series FERAL, and our love of 90’s cartoons. Check it out here: comicsaredope.simplecast.com/episodes/19-...
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I’m so excited you finally get to hear my full conversation with @gregpak.bsky.social! We talked about bringing humanity to genre fiction, and why Lilo & Stitch was a perfect project for Greg to work on. comicsaredope.com/podcast
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Making the leap from Fan to Professional in any medium is a challenge. As I've transitioned from consuming comic to covering the medium's inner workings; Morgan Hampton has gone from providing critique to telling his own stories. Today we talk about how that transition was made.
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Here’s a sneak peek at the next Deep Dive coming to the channel later this week.
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My interview with Nikolas Draper-Ivey (Static: Shadows of Dakota, XO-Genasys) is out on all podcast streamers now! One of my favorite conversations to date. I hope you enjoy! comicsaredope.com/podcast
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Recently realized I never upgraded my Duo single issues to hardcover. Decided to grab a used copy on Amazon. At first I was mad at the mangled dust jacket, but then I open and find a @gregpak.bsky.social signature! Pleasant surprise.
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Audio of my full interview with @hotelfred.bsky.social is live on all Podcast platforms now! We talk newspaper strips, Carl Barks, and of course his new series Justice Ducks! Check it out at comicsaredope.com/podcast
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I recently relaunched the Comics Are Dope podcast with a focus on creator interviews. comicsaredope.com/podcast
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I kinda forgot this app existed. I have some updates.
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Been working on this video FOREVER, and it’s finally live for our channel members. It will be public tomorrow, but if you’d like to see more stuff like this, please consider joining our membership. https://youtu.be/jgYC2QgozRE
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Since absolutely no one will see this, here's a still from my next video, and first video essay. Working Title: The Forgotten Creator of Static Shock
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Thanks to @thorneidentity.bsky.social, I now have a profile on YET ANOTHER text-based social app that I will promptly forget about. But at least my name is claimed.
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