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Direct Edition

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A Podcast About Nothing... and Everything Dave from West Coast Davengers discusses all things comics, pop culture, movies, music, collecting with a nice dose of everyday life. Mix that up with some great interviews and you've got Direct Edition!

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Latest Episodes

Guitarist and frontman Connor Valentin (Dissentience) joins Dave to chat about the band's new EP 'Kaiju' . They talk about giant monsters, comics, and the crossover between art and music.

Valentin shares how McFarlane toys and Marvel Legends action... more

Gary Groth, publisher and founder of Fantagraphics joins Dave to reflect on 50 years of championing comics, the world's greatest cartoonists, and following conviction.

He talks about launching The Comics Journal at 21, meeting Robert Crumb, Harvey ... more

Skid Row frontman Sebastian Bach joins Dave for a deep-dive conversation about comic book collecting, rock music, and creative inspiration. Bach shares his earliest comic memories, from Fantastic Four to Herb Trimpe’s Incredible Hulk, and how those s... more

Cartoonist Brett Bean (Dungeon Crawler Carl, Rocket and Groot, Jim Henson Creature Shop) joins Dave to discuss D'ORC, his humorous, high-fantasy series with Image Comics.

Bean shares how he developed his protagonist from his own experience of never... more

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Recent Guests

Gary Groth
Publisher, founder of Fantagraphics
Fantagraphics
Episode: Fantagraphics Gary Groth 50 Years Of The World's Greatest Cartoonists
Sebastian Bach
Former lead singer of Skid Row, actor, and comic collector
Skid Row
Episode: Sebastian Bach : From Skid Row To The Spider-Man , Sebastian is one of us!
Brett Bean
Cartoonist and creator of D'Orc with Image Comics
Image Comics
Episode: Brett Bean : D'ORC and Dungeon Crawler Carl , A Recipe For Success
Marko Djurdjevic
Comic artist and creator of Orken, founder of SixMoreVodka
Orken / SixMoreVodka
Episode: Marko Djurdjevic : Building The ORKEN Universe After Leaving Marvel Comics
Ben Earl
Writer known for Daredevil, Echo, Ultimate Hawkeye, Werewolf by Night; pen name B.Earl
Marvel Comics/Independent work
Episode: Ben Earl : Inspiration From Mythology & Spirituality To Marvel Comics
Jim Starlin
Comic book writer and artist known for creating Thanos, Drax the Destroyer, and Gamora
Marvel Comics
Episode: Jim Starlin On Dreadstar, Thanos, Bernie Wrightson & 60 Years of Comics!
Gary Whitta
Writer and producer known for 'The Book of Eli' and 'Rogue One: A Star Wars Story'.
Episode: Star Wars Rogue One & Book Of Eli Writer Gary Whitta - Hollywood Is Broken!
Robert Venditti
Comic book writer, known for his work on various comic series including 'Ordained' and 'Planet Death'
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Episode: Robert Venditti Is ORDAINED on PLANET DEATH!
Matteo Scalera
Italian comic creator known for his work on Black Science and now authoring The Fourth Father.
Episode: Matteo Scalera - The Fourth Father (Of Comics)

Host

Dave
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Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • For fans of Cartoonist Kayfabe

    Miss Cartoonist Kayfabe? This will fill that gap. Dave really knows his stuff, and his conversations are interesting, deep dives into artists works and careers. It’s fun and informal - recommended, he has great taste!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redpapermen
    Australia3 months ago
  • Dave is my hero

    Dave’s a great interviewer, highly recommend his podcasts, shows, and lives. Dave is my hero, more people should be like him. That is all!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KenOnBass
    United States5 months ago
  • Love it!

    Stumbled across this after looking for OAX content and wow! Dave is an absolute gem - this is such a refreshing show to listen to. Super relaxed vibes makes you wanna kick back and just hangout. Love the show and is a must listen for anyone especially Marvel fans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hermit Style
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dave never disappoints!

    I have been watching West Coast Davengers YouTube channel for almost two years now and discovered this channel searching for interviews with cartoonist. Now I have been working my way through his podcast and enjoying them.

    Thanks for keeping me company while I am drawing Dave and keep the episodes coming.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Donn Davis
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love this show!

    Dave runs some of my fave comic book channels and this podcast is a great supplement! Interviews or Dave just venting a little, it’s always good. Cohost Tim is ALWAYS a treat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnson Benj
    United Statesa year ago

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The host's warmth and knowledge help make even technical topics accessible.
Guests consistently come across as authentic and well-prepared, adding credibility to discussions.
Listeners praise depth and breadth of interviews, noting conversations feel insightful and entertaining.
People appreciate the relaxed vibe and genuine enthusiasm for comics and culture.

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#142
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#64
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#72
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#74
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Brett Bean : D'ORC and Dungeon Crawler Carl , A Recipe For Success
Q: What initially inspired the world of D'Orc and its central hook?
Brett explains he reverse-engineered from his own feelings of being an outcast and the desire to combine influences from Conan, fantasy, and classic adventure while avoiding it turning into a self-indulgent project; the result is a character who feels out of place in a medieval setting, which anchors the story and keeps him coming back to write.
Fantagraphics Gary Groth 50 Years Of The World's Greatest Cartoonists
Q: Can you describe the approach to publishing Robert Crumb and what that collaboration looked like?
Crumb's work was pursued through a mix of persistence and leveraging connections; meeting him in person, visiting his studio, and ultimately agreeing to publish extensive Crumb volumes and Tales of Paranoia showed our willingness to champion major underground figures, even when they were wary of outsiders.
Fantagraphics Gary Groth 50 Years Of The World's Greatest Cartoonists
Q: How did Love and Rockets come into the equation, and what did that start
Love and Rockets arrived as a self-published, 32-page feature that blew reviewers away; it became a flagship title for Fantagraphics and symbolized a new era of indie comics, leading to a long-running relationship and a shift in the company's publishing strategy over the next decades.
Fantagraphics Gary Groth 50 Years Of The World's Greatest Cartoonists
Q: What was the first move when you decided to publish comics, and how did you decide whom to work with?
The move wasn't about a grand plan; we stumbled into publishing, shifted The Comics Journal from a tabloid to a magazine, and built a distribution network that allowed us to print and publish a range of titles. We trusted Dan Clowes and others with early work because we believed in their distinctive visions and the potential to redefine American comics.
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Q: Did you find that with Jorge at all?
Oh, it's true with everybody. I don't want employees; I want collaborators.

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A conversational show centered on comics, pop culture, and broader entertainment, featuring in-depth interviews with notable creators, writers, and artists. Episodes highlight storytelling craft, industry dynamics, and the intersection of comics with film, music, and tech, often blending personal creative journeys with industry trends. The host maintains a relaxed, chatty vibe with a focus on career insights, publishing challenges, and fan culture, making it a compelling listen for aspiring guests and sponsors seeking authentic creator stories and engaged, niche audiences. Noteworthy is the willingness to explore both classic and indie projects, plus creator-led Kickstarter and distribution discussions that give sponsors and guests practica... more

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1. Gary Groth
2. Sebastian Bach
3. Brett Bean
4. Marko Djurdjevic
5. Ben Earl
6. Jim Starlin
7. Gary Whitta
8. Robert Venditti

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