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Comic Industry Insiders: where our goal is to get to know the people behind the scenes in the comic book industry and uncover the secrets that will help you understand and grow your own business or career in comics. Every episode, join host Atom! Freeman as he sits down with industry guests to unravel those secrets.

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This episode is a re-upload of a conversation with the Head of Rights at Webtoon, Sandy Resnick. Resnick talks about his work at DC Comics and how that lead to his role at Webtoon.

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This episode features Cristian Straub of Walt’s Comic Shop.

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This episode features Chip Mosher & David Steinberger of comics publisher DSTLRY.

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This episode features RAMÓN PÉREZ of R.A.I.D. Studios

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Recent Guests

Cristian Walter Straub
Founder/Owner of Walt's Comic Shop and Walt's Comic Channel
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Episode: Europe’s Biggest Comics Secret: Walt’s Comic Shop
Ed Brubaker
Prominent comic book writer and industry veteran
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Episode: From Digital Pioneers to Industry Innovators: The Story of Comixology and Beyond
Chip Mosher
Marketing executive and co-founder involved in Boom and later Distillery ventures
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Episode: From Digital Pioneers to Industry Innovators: The Story of Comixology and Beyond
Ramón K. Pérez
Toronto-based cartoonist, illustrator, and designer
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Episode: RAID’s Ramón Pérez on Building a Thriving New Comics Magazine: BLITZ
Shelly Bond
Legendary editor known for Vertigo titles and founder of Black Crown at IDW
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Episode: Comics Editorial Creativity and Leadership with Shelly Bond
Fennec Reeve
Co-founder of Dreamers & Make-Believers, a hybrid comic shop, bookstore, and cafe
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Episode: The Relationship Between Inclusive Third Spaces and Comic Shops
Richard Garay
Owner of Horizon Comics, Lancaster, CA
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James Kuhoric
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Adriano Ariganello
Founder of Pesto Comics
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Episode: The Pesto Comics Treadmill: From Crowdfunding to Indie Label

Host

Atom Freeman
Host of the show, guiding conversations with guests and steering interviews in Comic Industry Insiders.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 20 ratings
  • I learn so much from this podcast

    I never miss an episode. Atom’s guests are great, and he has similar curiosities as I do, so he digs for the same interview gold I wish all interviewers would.

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    Django Himself
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise the host's curiosity and the depth of guests.
Fans value concrete takeaways for publishing, distribution, and retail.
Episodes are seen as a treasure trove of practical industry insights.
Some episodes feel dense but highly informative for professionals.
The show is appreciated for highlighting indie and community-focused perspectives.

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Comic Shops are Ready for Liftoff
Q: How do you see the marriage of traditional big publishers with creator-owned projects shaping the industry?
The answer is a bottom-up craft combined with top-down editorial support; meaningful collaboration and quality storytelling will attract readers across generations, with publishers enabling distribution while creators bring fresh, personal visions.
The Conversations Changing Comics: Tiffany Babb on Criticism's Real Impact
Q: What is the difference between review and criticism, and why focus on long-form analysis?
Criticism includes reviews but aims to offer an argument and broader insights beyond saying a book is good or bad; long-form pieces provide context, theory, and learning, not just hype, which is more valuable for readers and the field.
Will Print On-Demand Save Comics?
Q: Will this system allow printing of out-of-print stock?
Yes, creators can print any books they own, using a centralized dashboard to manage files and orders.
Will Print On-Demand Save Comics?
Q: How does the global print network ensure consistent quality across different PSPs?
They vet and qualify printers, enforce strict standards for turnaround times and color output, and monitor via software to maintain consistency across regions.
From Batman to WEBTOON: The Hidden Business of Comics Explained
Q: What advice would you give creators weighing print versus digital or hybrid approaches?
Don't see it as print vs digital but as channels to reach readers. Some stories work best in print, others in scrolling webtoon form, and many succeed as hybrids. Understand the business, build your audience, and be willing to adapt delivery to the medium that best serves the story.

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A podcast focused on behind-the-scenes figures in the comic book world, frequently featuring indie publishers, shop owners, and industry veterans. Episodes spotlight publishing strategies, distribution shifts, crowdfunding, creator-owned models, and the dynamics between retailers, distributors, and creators. The discussion often centers on practical business lessons, community-building in local shops, and historical context that shapes today's comics market. Noteworthy traits include a strong emphasis on real-world, actionable takeaways for retailers and creators, plus high-profile guests and ongoing coverage of evolving distribution ecosystems.

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1. Cristian Walter Straub
2. Ed Brubaker
3. Chip Mosher
4. Ramón K. Pérez
5. Shelly Bond
6. Fennec Reeve
7. Richard Garay
8. James Kuhoric

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