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Let's Talk Comics

Jim Viscardi
Image Comics
Marvel
Comic Books
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Creator-Owned Comics
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Invincible
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Geoff Johns
Juni Ba
Robert Kirkman
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Storytelling
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Battle Beast

Comic creator interviews beamed directly into your ears. Learn the ins and out of the comics industry from those trying to break in, are already in, and have been in the business for a while. Host Jim Viscardi (VP of Business Development at Image Comics) has over 15 years of experience in the business and is your guide on this journey of inspiration, reflection and motivation for one of the greate... more

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This week on Let's Talk Comics, Eisner Award-winning creators Darcy Van Poelgeest and Ian Bertram join the show to talk about their latest project together, THE KARMAN BLADE. The two talk about how one fateful email, almost ten years ago, turned into... more

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Recorded live at San Diego Comic-Con, Jim Viscardi sits down with Doug Wagner, Michael Walsh, Tyler Boss, Curt Pires, and Jonathan Ball to talk about the all the fun projects they have coming out and their thoughts on being a creator in the industry.... more

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Recorded live at San Diego Comic-Con, Jim Viscardi brings together Geoff Johns, Jason Fabok, Chris Condon, Wes Craig and Tyler Kirkham for a wide-ranging conversation about storytelling, genre and the work that goes into creating unforgettable comics... more

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Recorded live at San Diego Comic-Con, Jim Viscardi brings together Skottie Young, Daniel Warren Johnson, Ian Bertram, Caspar Wijngaard, Sanford Greene, and Sean Gordon Murphy for a wide-ranging conversation about making comics and developing an unmis... more

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Doug Wagner
Creator/writer on Yumi 00Ex and Narco
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Episode: Image Comics @ SDCC 2026 - The Future Of Comics
Tyler Boss
Co-creator of Fireborn, Lost Fantasy; artist
Image Comics
Episode: Image Comics @ SDCC 2026 - The Future Of Comics
Curt Pires
Creator of Lost Fantasy, Fireborn; writer/creator
Image Comics
Episode: Image Comics @ SDCC 2026 - The Future Of Comics
Jonathan Ball
Co-creator of The Eye Collector
Image Comics
Episode: Image Comics @ SDCC 2026 - The Future Of Comics
Skottie Young
Artist, co-creator of I Hate Fairyland
Image Comics
Episode: Image Comics @ SDCC 2026: Artists Unleashed
Daniel Warren Johnson
Artist, creator of Chainkata
Image Comics
Episode: Image Comics @ SDCC 2026: Artists Unleashed
Ian Bertram
Artist, known for The Power Fantasy
Image Comics
Episode: Image Comics @ SDCC 2026: Artists Unleashed
Caspar Wijngaard
Artist, colorist and creator
Image Comics
Episode: Image Comics @ SDCC 2026: Artists Unleashed
Sean Gordon Murphy
Artist, creator of The Last Driver
Image Comics
Episode: Image Comics @ SDCC 2026: Artists Unleashed

Host

Jim Viscardi
Host of the show, guiding interviews and introducing guests; VP of Business Development at Image Comics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 173 ratings
  • Perfect Interview Podcast

    No one does better creator interviews in comics than Jim Viscardi. There are some other incredible podcasts in this space, but I’ve never found myself re-listening to episodes like I do with Let’s Talk Comics.

    Some crazy talented folks on here, and the questions are always insightful, go a little deeper, come from an understand of craft, and are entertaining. If you love comics, and Image Comics are the best, give this a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ReadtoChris
    United States6 months ago
  • Amazing podcast for fans and creators alike

    And especially for those of us who are aspiring to be both! Very insightful and entertaining questions from an industry mainstay who lets the guests expound on their experience and expertise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mister choi
    United States7 months ago
  • Exactly What I’ve Been Waiting For

    Let’s Talk Comics has quickly become my most anticipated weekly podcast. Jim is a great interviewer always asking thoughtful inside industry questions with a nice mix of more accessible ones for casual readers as well. With back to back episodes with David Finch and Jason Fabok I finally had to leave a review. The sense of community this show makes me feel like I’m in a private club and everyone is invited.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RemyLebeau266
    United Statesa year ago
  • Listen to this podcast

    Let’s talk comics is amazing! Whether you’re new to the comic scene or have been around a while this is a podcast you need to be following. The interviews are great and he dives deep into the creators life’s and how they got where they are now.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NickBitt36
    United Statesa year ago
  • Honest convos

    I’ve been enjoying this show, but it has NOT been good for my wallet. They keep talking about these comics and I keep wanting to buy them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2649372Dan
    United Statesa year ago

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Fans note strong community feel and actionable insights for aspiring creators.
Listeners praise in-depth creator interviews and thoughtful questions that reveal the craft of making comics.
Guests and host are repeatedly described as knowledgeable and engaging, with a focus on the realities of the industry.

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Image Comics @ SDCC 2026 - The Future Of Comics
Q: What were the big changes in comics from when you started to now?
Horror is no longer seen as un-shippable; distribution and online communities have grown, enabling more experimentation and a hungry audience for new and strange work.
Image Comics @ SDCC 2026: Comics Characters Fans Will Love or Hate—or Love to Hate!
Q: How do you balance humor with darker moments to avoid undermining the character?
Humor is used to reflect the full human experience and to heighten the impact of later darker turns, ensuring that even shocking actions land with emotional weight.
Image Comics @ SDCC 2026: Comics Characters Fans Will Love or Hate—or Love to Hate!
Q: How quickly do you feel readers form opinions about characters and do you try to show that immediately or let it unfold?
Most writers try to establish a character's core traits immediately, then evolve them as the story progresses, sometimes keeping back surprises to deepen engagement.
Liam Sharp Talks Building Worlds And The Art of Reinvention
Q: What is the elevator pitch for StarHenge?
It's a sandbox for me to explore what it is to be an artist and a human, a flexible, self-directed project that grows as I experiment with medium, myth, and time, while gradually revealing its end goal.
Charlie Adlard Talks Of The Earth and Longevity In Comics
Q: What were the early conversations with editors like, and how did you navigate getting work?
He recalls a time when editors were approachable at conventions, the importance of networking, and that getting a first gig often happened quickly if you showed you could deliver; the culture then allowed editors to offer work on the spot, which differed from today.

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What is Let's Talk Comics about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep-dive interview series with prominent comic creators, focusing on craft, world-building, and the creative process behind long-running image- and creator-owned projects. Episodes frequently explore artistic evolution, collaboration, and industry gave-aways like production pipelines, pacing, and balancing scale with intimate storytelling. Notable strengths include sustained, thoughtful questions that pull back the curtain on studio setups, mythic world-building, and the decision-making behind long-form serials. The show stands out for convening veterans and rising stars alike, delivering practical insights for aspiring creators and retailers alike, while maintaining a conversational, mentor-like vibe that fans describe as highly engagin... more

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Recent guests on Let's Talk Comics include:

1. Doug Wagner
2. Tyler Boss
3. Curt Pires
4. Jonathan Ball
5. Skottie Young
6. Daniel Warren Johnson
7. Ian Bertram
8. Caspar Wijngaard

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