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Deconstructing Comics

Tim
Berserk
Kentaro Miura
Captain Marvel
MCU
Archie Comics
Griffith
Brie Larson
1995
Promethea
Godhand
Guts
Casca
Nick Fury
Kree
Skrulls
Little Orphan Annie
R. Crumb
Kickstarter
City Of Glass
Dark Horse

A podcast about the craft of comics

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes100Founded20 years ago
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Ed Subitzky did a lot of cartooning for National Lampoon back in the ‘70s and ‘80s. Much of his work revolves around comics done under certain conditions or showing a certain situation (“Fortune-Telling Comics” “Dull Comics” “Poor Reception Comics”).... more

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While it seems a bit odd to see Captain America fighting Magneto, they do have something in common: Jack Kirby had a hand in creating both! The battle takes place in Captain America Annual #4, from 1977; the story is titled “The Great Mutant Massacre... more

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FLASHBACK! Autobiographical comics are par for the course, but in 1972, Justin Green broke ground for the genre when he published Binky Brown Meets the Holy Virgin Mary. Some of that broken ground hasn’t been trod since; how many autobiographical com... more

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Daredevil: Born Again, by Frank Miller and David Mazzucchelli, is one of those comics stories that continues to attract attention decades after it was published. Chris Ryall, co-founder and current publisher at Image imprint Syzygy Publishing, is the... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Schkade
Comic artist known for his work on Flash Gordon and Lavender Jack
King Features Syndicate
Episode: #852 Dan Schkade and “Flash Gordon”
Wahab Algarmi
Author of 'Almost Sunset', a graphic novel about a Muslim American boy's search for balance.
Episode: #849 “Almost Sunset”: Wahab Algarmi on growing up Muslim in America
Ben Wickey
An artist, writer, filmmaker, animator, and voice actor, creator of "More Weight, A Salem Story."
Top Shelf
Episode: #848 “More Weight”: Ben Wickey talks Salem witch trials
Juan Maí Bush
Professor at Loyola Marymount University focusing on English and Chicano-Latino Studies.
Loyola Marymount University
Episode: #842 Struggling with Kit Anderson’s “Second Shift”
Ken Krimstein
The author of the graphic novel Einstein in Kafka Land
Bloomsbury Publishing
Episode: #841 Ken Krimstein on Einstein, Kafka, and comics in general
James Robinson
Writer of the comic Starman and many other comics
Episode: #385 The Legacy of “Starman”
Jillian Tamaki
Artist and illustrator known for her graphic novels.
Episode: #210 Jillian Tamaki interview(s)
Briana Loewinsohn
Author and graphic memoirist
Author of 'Raised by Ghosts'
Episode: #835 “Raised by Ghosts”: A time capsule, but relevant to anyone who’s been a teen
Hugh D'Andrade
Illustrator and author of the graphic novel 'The Murder Next Door'
Street Noise Books
Episode: #826 Hugh D’Andrade’s “The Murder Next Door”: Your trauma is your trauma

Hosts

Tim
Host with extensive experience in discussing comic craft and critiques.
Kumar
Co-host, often brings unique perspectives on storytelling in comics.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Choose carefully

    Potentially some of these episodes might be quite good but the two I listened to from recent months weee terrible. In one, the interviewer went off on long rambling questions, interrupting the subject on a few occasions and not following up on answers which begged for a continuation. In the other, the interviewer played the sycophant card throughout, laughing at ridiculous statements and agreeing with everything said n matter how inane.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    CraigRJ
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • A thoughtful & engaging podcast!

    The hosts are incredible at giving in-depth, respectful discussions on each week’s topic!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    snuffysam
    United States3 years ago
  • Top notch

    Highly recommended. An intelligent look at sequential art. Enjoyable!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Saskie34
    Canada4 years ago
  • Intelligent, entertaining and global

    If you want intelligent discussions on great comics from the perspectives of people based in America, Japan and Australia, then this is for you. A great world view on one of the finest art forms!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WooHooRoo
    Australia8 years ago
  • Smart and Interesting

    Tim and his rotating band of co-hosts do an excellent job covering comics from across the spectrum and around the world. Definitely not the usual comic book podcast. it is smart, insighful & entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ProfessorAlan
    United States9 years ago

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Thoughtful critiques and intelligent discussions on comics are well appreciated.
Enthusiastic hosts engage deeply with the topics, creating a rich listening experience.
The show provides valuable insights that are insightful for both comic fans and creators.

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#209
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Apple Podcasts
#229
Canada/Arts/Visual Arts
Apple Podcasts
#130
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Apple Podcasts
#141
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Talking Points

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#859 Jason Shiga: Choosing his own path
Q: What projects are you currently working on?
I've spent six years on a single interactive comic divided into two books, allowing reader choice with a unique physical connection between them.
#859 Jason Shiga: Choosing his own path
Q: What do you hope to achieve with your interactive comics?
I aim to represent choice visually and create meaningful decisions that engage the reader, while also exploring complex themes.
#859 Jason Shiga: Choosing his own path
Q: Why did you want to tell this particular story in Demon?
The story has been something I've been thinking about for years and touches on themes of death, rebirth, and what gives life meaning.
#856 Jim Keefe interview
Q: What experiences did you gather from working as a colorist?
It provided deep insight into the production side of comics, shaping my future work.
#856 Jim Keefe interview
Q: What was it like studying at the Qbert School?
It was transformative, teaching the importance of deadlines and the profession's demands.

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Covering the intricate world of comic books, this podcast features engaging discussions about both classic and contemporary works in the comic medium. Episodes often include deep dives into graphic novels, comic adaptations from films, and the experiences of comic creators, providing listeners with a broad understanding of the craft itself. Unique perspectives are shared, with hosts reflecting on societal themes, the evolution of the comic industry, and their connections with creators, making each episode ripe with insights for comic enthusiasts and industry professionals alike.

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1. Dan Schkade
2. Wahab Algarmi
3. Ben Wickey
4. Juan Maí Bush
5. Ken Krimstein
6. James Robinson
7. Jillian Tamaki
8. Briana Loewinsohn

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