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The podcast where the best in the small press comics scene make one hell of a big noise! The Awesome Comics Podcast is a podcast where the best and brightest in the world of small press and independent comic books get their time to shine. You’ll find out about books you’ve never heard of but you will love. Theres great informative interviews with creators, full of helpful tips for any aspiring comic book creator just starting out. Theres also a ridiculous amount of humour running throughout. Listen, laugh and leave us a review to let us know what you think!
Episodes
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Episode 385 - Publishing Comics NOW!
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Monday Nov 14, 2022
This week the ACP gang are talking about the launch of a new comics publishing imprint! Shane Chebsey (ICEcast) joins the gang to talk about how he came to start this new comics venture and where its going from here. Theres also talk of character writing, war comics, classic books and the price of digital rewards.
Great stuff to check out this week - Shane Chebsey, Scratch Comics, Dracula The Return, Hedrick, David Hitchcock, DUI #2, Kevin O'Neil, Nord, Martin Simpson, Avery Hill, Shadows, Vyper: Crimson Dawn, Killtopia 1-5, Strangers, Saga, Akira: Vol 1, Garth Ennis, The Nam
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Check out the folks who sponsor this lil show - the mighty folks at Comichaus!
If you love our Intro/Outro music, then check out the brilliant Chad Fifer and more of his musical badassery at www.chadfifer.bandcamp.com
Monday Nov 07, 2022
Episode 384 - An Education in Writing for Comics!
Monday Nov 07, 2022
Monday Nov 07, 2022
This week the pod gang get an education in comics, both in writing and history courtesy of the legend Paul Kupperberg! Theres talk of his work with DC, writing some of comics biggest characters, editing and so much more. Plus there's plenty of comics to check out and events to put on your radar too. Don't miss it!
Great stuff to check out this week - Paul Kupperberg, I Never Write for the Money - but I'll take the Paycheck, Direct Comments, Avery Hill Publishing, Shadows, Dan Harris, Killtopia, Dave Cook, Thought Bubble Festival 2022, Endangered African Horn Man and Juggy, Inkdrop, Adam Falp, Reject All, Power Broker
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Let us know what you think! Email: awesomecomicspod@gmail.com
Join the discussion today at our facebook group Awesome Comics Talk
Check out the folks who sponsor this lil show - the mighty folks at Comichaus!
If you love our Intro/Outro music, then check out the brilliant Chad Fifer and more of his musical badassery at www.chadfifer.bandcamp.com
Monday Oct 31, 2022
Episode 383 - 2022 Halloween Special!
Monday Oct 31, 2022
Monday Oct 31, 2022
Its time for the Awesome Halloween Special, and the talk gets horrific! Theres discussion of the genre, the most effective horror tropes, EC Comics and also a fun lil quiz to play-along with! Plus there's an NCC report and lots of great horror recommendations for listeners - TRY NOT TO HAVE NIGHTMARES!!
Great stuff to check out this week - Nottingham Comic Con, American Jesus, Book of Evil, We Have Demons, Scott Snyder, Greg Capullo, Emma Price, Red Room, Ed Piskor, Dracula: The Return, Society of Smiles, Markosia
Click here to buy comics from the creators of the Awesome Comics Podcast!
Let us know what you think! Email: awesomecomicspod@gmail.com
Join the discussion today at our facebook group Awesome Comics Talk
Check out the folks who sponsor this lil show - the mighty folks at Comichaus!
If you love our Intro/Outro music, then check out the brilliant Chad Fifer and more of his musical badassery at www.chadfifer.bandcamp.com
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Episode 382 -The Animals are Taking Over!
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Monday Oct 24, 2022
This week there are laughs, comics and art talk galore as the ACP are joined by Helena of ArtNineTwo to talk about her work on Clear Run which ties in to a chat about animals in comics! From there the discussion goes from folklore, art journeys, pets, collaboration and also talk from the recent BAM comic far too.
Great stuff to check out this week - H, ArtNineTwo, Clear Run, Fortess, Ed Gein: Demon Hunter, Mavericks and Lunatics: Icons of Underground Comics, Fantagraphics, Kossacks, The Beatles Story
Click here to buy comics from the creators of the Awesome Comics Podcast!
Let us know what you think! Email: awesomecomicspod@gmail.com
Join the discussion today at our facebook group Awesome Comics Talk
Check out the folks who sponsor this lil show - the mighty folks at Comichaus!
If you love our Intro/Outro music, then check out the brilliant Chad Fifer and more of his musical badassery at www.chadfifer.bandcamp.com
Monday Oct 17, 2022
Episode 381 - BAM! Return of the Comic Show!
Monday Oct 17, 2022
Monday Oct 17, 2022
This week the gang are joined by zine creator and Nic Cage uber-fan Raechel Leigh Carter to talk about the upcoming BAM! Comic, Zine and Art Fair. Together they discuss organising the event, the struggles of admin, bright new creative voices and of course... Nicolas Cage! Plus there's talk of long-form story arcs, covers, chickens and of course, brilliant comics!
Great stuff to check out this week - BAM! Comic, Zine and Art Fair, Raechel Leigh Carter, Nic Cage: Actor for Hire, Jane Birkin Zines, Nottingham Comic Con 2022, Rooster Fighter, Dan Harris, The King of Cats, Paul Tonner
Click here to buy comics from the creators of the Awesome Comics Podcast!
Let us know what you think! Email: awesomecomicspod@gmail.com
Join the discussion today at our facebook group Awesome Comics Talk
Check out the folks who sponsor this lil show - the mighty folks at Comichaus!
If you love our Intro/Outro music, then check out the brilliant Chad Fifer and more of his musical badassery at www.chadfifer.bandcamp.com
Monday Oct 10, 2022
Episode 380 - New York Comic Con Report!
Monday Oct 10, 2022
Monday Oct 10, 2022
The ACP gets a convention report from the floor of New York Comic Con 2022! Well, kind of. Tony has been there and called the rest of the gang to talk about the sights and comics joy from the show. Theres discussion of artist alleys, publishers, creator interactions, podcast meetups and so much more!
Great stuff to check out this week - New York Comic Con 2022, Eleven O'Clock Comics, Cliff Cumber, Martin Simmonds, Jae Lee, Bullet Adventures, Kia Wordsmith, Hull Comic Con, Kitchen Sink Press: the First 25 Years, Dennis Kitchen, Lise April Amelia, Dingus
Click here to buy comics from the creators of the Awesome Comics Podcast!
Let us know what you think! Email: awesomecomicspod@gmail.com
Join the discussion today at our facebook group Awesome Comics Talk
Check out the folks who sponsor this lil show - the mighty folks at Comichaus!
If you love our Intro/Outro music, then check out the brilliant Chad Fifer and more of his musical badassery at www.chadfifer.bandcamp.com
Monday Oct 03, 2022
Episode 379 - Taking a Bullet for Comics!
Monday Oct 03, 2022
Monday Oct 03, 2022
The ACP talks about comics positivity and the world of fun superhero stories, and to help they are joined by Randy Stone (Bullet, The Sensational Swan, Death and Comics). They talk about collaboration, crowdfunding, crafting fun stories for all ages and the responsibility of the comic creator in a world of dark and grimy superhero stories. Theres also a Wizard quiz that stumps the hosts, great recommendations and talk of sex robots again (make of that what you will).
Great stuff to check out this week - Randy Stone, Bullet, Bullet Adventures, The Sensational Swan, Altruist Comics, After the Robot Apocalypse, Oscar Celastini, The White Lion, Rooster Fighter, Old Man Grey, Steven Ingram
Click here to buy comics from the creators of the Awesome Comics Podcast!
Let us know what you think! Email: awesomecomicspod@gmail.com
Join the discussion today at our facebook group Awesome Comics Talk
Check out the folks who sponsor this lil show - the mighty folks at Comichaus!
If you love our Intro/Outro music, then check out the brilliant Chad Fifer and more of his musical badassery at www.chadfifer.bandcamp.com
Monday Sep 26, 2022
Episode 378 - Convention News
Monday Sep 26, 2022
Monday Sep 26, 2022
This week the ACP talks about the returning Nottingham Comic Con with one of its organisers, Kev Brett. Theres also another Liefeldian quiz, great indie comic recommendations and the usual weekly awesome talk!
Great stuff to check out this week - Kev Brett, Nottingham Comic Con, Now thats what I call turning tricks #3, Never Iron Anything, The Prodigy, Grimland: Ascension, Submit or Die, Samantha Fucks the World, Department of Truth,
Click here to buy comics from the creators of the Awesome Comics Podcast!
Let us know what you think! Email: awesomecomicspod@gmail.com
Join the discussion today at our facebook group Awesome Comics Talk
Check out the folks who sponsor this lil show - the mighty folks at Comichaus!
If you love our Intro/Outro music, then check out the brilliant Chad Fifer and more of his musical badassery at www.chadfifer.bandcamp.com
Monday Sep 19, 2022
Episode 377 - Making Your Comic Characters Look Great!
Monday Sep 19, 2022
Monday Sep 19, 2022
The Mighty Christian Wildgoose (Batgirl, Porcelain) joins the ACP to talk about the conceptual side of comics. From character design, to collaborating with writers and incorporating influences from all walks of life, the chat goes in-deep on one of the most creative side of comics. Theres also talk of good, bad and ugly comic costumes, a lil quiz of great powers and crazy characters! Plus great recommendations and comics to look out for, its a show not to be missed!
Great stuff to check out this week - Christian Wildgoose, Porcelain, Batgirl, Europe Comics, Tenbrut, Lupin, Jonah and the Unpossible Monsters, Mask of a Thousand Tears, The Art of Mass Effect Universe, Fury, Garth Ennis, Two Morrows Publishing, Back Issue #138
Click here to buy comics from the creators of the Awesome Comics Podcast!
Let us know what you think! Email: awesomecomicspod@gmail.com
Join the discussion today at our facebook group Awesome Comics Talk
Check out the folks who sponsor this lil show - the mighty folks at Comichaus!
If you love our Intro/Outro music, then check out the brilliant Chad Fifer and more of his musical badassery at www.chadfifer.bandcamp.com
Monday Sep 12, 2022
Episode 376 - Some Awesome Comics Talk!
Monday Sep 12, 2022
Monday Sep 12, 2022
This week the ACP trio get together, have lots of laughs and answer some comic-based questions from listeners. The creative process, valuing your work and more get talked about in the classic Awesome Comics Podcast style!
Great stuff to check out this week - Rachael Ball, Nottingham Comic Con, DUI #2, Faith Healers, Hellbound Media, Bam! Zine and Comics Fair!, Nemisis the Warlock Audiobook, Lifes a Party, Sean Azzopardi, Phat Comics, Clear Run, Art Nine Two, No Brainer #4, Edison Neo
Click here to buy comics from the creators of the Awesome Comics Podcast!
Let us know what you think! Email: awesomecomicspod@gmail.com
Join the discussion today at our facebook group Awesome Comics Talk
Check out the folks who sponsor this lil show - the mighty folks at Comichaus!
If you love our Intro/Outro music, then check out the brilliant Chad Fifer and more of his musical badassery at www.chadfifer.bandcamp.com