Comics Beat: An Interview with Heidi MacDonald About Comics Journalism and The State of The Comic Industry

Award-winning author, and Editor-in-Chief of The Beat, Heidi MacDonald, joins Badr for Ep. 410 to talk about her 40 yr career in comics, how comics journalism has evolved throughout the years, her time as an editor for Disney and DC, and the state of the comic industry today and what can be done to save it Watch the uncut video version of this episode on our YouTube channelTOPICS & TIMESTAMPS: Career milestones - 11:34The duties of a comic book editor vs Editor-in-chief - 21:56The state of the comic industry - 42:49The history of The Beat (aka Comics Beat) - 57:52Heidi's Comic Mt. Rushmore - 1:05:47Heidi's advice for aspiring writers - 01:14:45ANNOUNCEMENTS: Join our Patreon Community and get VIP treatment, bonus episodes, and other perks and rewards! Try it out 7-days for free. No pressureGet 10% off your next purchase from our merch store by using the discount code: “YOO“Take your comic shopping experience to the limit by shopping online at Gotham City Limit!Click here to text us Fan Mail!Proudly sponsored by Gotham City LimitDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showREACH OUT AND FOLLOW FOR MORE 🤝🏼Email us at [email protected] Follow Badr on IG , X, and BlueskyWebsite: theshortboxentertainment.comCheck out the music from the show: DeftStrokeSound, Mecca Tha Marvelous, DJ Crumbz, L.E.R.M., & Dialectable Beats