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Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)

BJ KICKS
Kickstarter
Milestone
Dakota Incident
DC Universe
Static
Milestone Returns
Indie Comics
David Avallone
Dynamite Entertainment
Podcasting
Penny and the Yeti
Ben 10
Scion
Monstral
Bentbox Comics
Space Ghost
Haven
Wise Acre Comics
Man Of Action
Aceblade

Sit down with BJ KICKS, host of Comics Are Dope on YouTube, as we talk comics with some of your favorite creators and online personalities.

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Recent Guests

Danny J. Quick
Indie comic creator and entrepreneur behind Aceblade and related properties
Indie comics creator (Aceblade, Lumberjacks, etc.)
Episode: 102. Danny Quick Talks Crowdfunding, Mainstream vs Indie and Finding Joy in the Grunt Work
David Pepose
Writer of Space Ghost, The Oz, Speed Racer, and more
Dynamite Entertainment and various publishers
Episode: 101. David Pepose Returns to The O.Z. and Talks the Future of Space Ghost
Mark Bandy
Comic writer and co-creator of Scion
Independent comics / Scion
Episode: 100. HBCU Culture, Slow Burn Stories & More with Mark Bandy and Che The Artist
Che The Artist
Artist/illustrator and co-creator of Scion
Independent comics / Scion
Episode: 100. HBCU Culture, Slow Burn Stories & More with Mark Bandy and Che The Artist
Ty Watts
Co-founder of OFF BLXXK Magazine
OFF BLXXK Magazine
Episode: 99. Building a Magazine & Community with Aran Lee & Ty Watts of OFF BLXXK
Aran Lee
Co-founder of OFF BLXXK Magazine
OFF BLXXK Magazine
Episode: 99. Building a Magazine & Community with Aran Lee & Ty Watts of OFF BLXXK
Ryan Hoover
Creator of Monstral
Monstral / BentBox Comics
Episode: 98. Ryan Hoover Brings Epic Fantasy to Comics!
Frederick J. Littles
Founder of Wise Acre Comics; creator of Magnus Jakuda
Wise Acre Comics
Episode: 97. Frederick Littles on Building Wise Acre Comics and Reaching Untapped Audiences
Nick Marino
Writer of Sonic Godzilla projects at IDW
IDW Publishing
Episode: 96. Nick Marino on Sonic, Godzilla and a Lot More

Host

BJ KICKS
Host of Comics Are Dope on YouTube; prolific interviewer and curator of creator-led conversations.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Fantastic Podcast

    Bj puts together wonderfully thoughtful interviews with some of the best creators in the industry. I especially enjoyed the conversation with Nikolas Draper-Ivey, Morgan Hampton, Greg Weissman, and Sweeney Boo. Looking forward to more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Joey Riccio
    United States2 years ago
  • Blacktastic series

    Excellente. Fantastic interviewing and excellent guests. Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pichies
    United States2 years ago
  • Really great listening!

    Love this podcast! Fan of the YouTube show and great to have access to the podcast for when I’m at work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Friday_at_the_videostore
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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80. Alex Ortiz Talks Art, Faith & His Comics Debut
Q: How did your faith influence Haven's storytelling?
Ortiz explains his aim to present faith as a personal narrative that readers can relate to, using questions and universal themes rather than overt preaching, making the work accessible to both Christian readers and a wider audience.
80. Alex Ortiz Talks Art, Faith & His Comics Debut
Q: What is It Is a Haven With You about?
A skyship technician dies and returns bonded to an ancient force, becoming a pivotal figure in a city-wide conflict, with a central theme about letting go of the old to embrace the new, set against a sci-fi/fantasy/steampunk backdrop.
81. Chris Yates talks Family, Chasing Dreams & Marcus Walker: Kingslayer Protocol
Q: What sport did you play?
The guest explains he played football initially but due to concussions shifted focus to shot put and later powerlifting, achieving notable success in high school and college, which cultivated a mindset of training, discipline, and personal bests that he translates into his creative work.
82. Joe Illidge on Carrying the Legacy of Milestone
Q: Can you explain for the audience the importance of bringing Milestone into the DCU, and why now?
The guest explains that Milestone into the DCU ties into a broader mythic framework where these characters gain greater reach and impact within a larger publishing ecosystem, emphasizing timing, legacy, and the potential for new storytelling paths. He argues that proper alignment, experienced writing teams, and strong sales data are essential to justify ongoing opportunities for Milestone characters within DCU.
101. David Pepose Returns to The O.Z. and Talks the Future of Space Ghost
Q: When does the OZ campaign launch and what should readers expect?
The OZ campaign launches on Monday, June 8th, for a 30-day run, with enamel pins, stretch goals, and multiple add-ons, plus new variant covers and catch-up options to suit all readers.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Comics Are Dope

What is Comics Are Dope about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on in-depth conversations with comics creators, writers, and industry figures across indie and mainstream publishing. Episodes frequently explore IP development, licensing, adaptation across media, and the realities of creator-owned work, from Kickstarter campaigns to convention storytelling. Listeners get behind-the-scenes insights into editorial processes, collaboration dynamics, and the practicalities of releasing licensed properties, along with personal career journeys, creative philosophies, and nostalgic influences that shape contemporary comics. A notable through-line is how established and emerging creators navigate licensing, multimedia projects, and fan engagement while maintaining creative autonomy.

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1. Danny J. Quick
2. David Pepose
3. Mark Bandy
4. Che The Artist
5. Ty Watts
6. Aran Lee
7. Ryan Hoover
8. Frederick J. Littles

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