Indie Comics, Action Figures, and Villains Anonymous | Talkin' Comics podcast #136

In this episode of Talkin' Comics podcast, AJ sits down with John McLaren to talk about indie comic creation, the upcoming Villains Anonymous Kickstarter, action figures, retro-inspired storytelling, and the craft of making comics by hand. John also shares how his work blends fun, humor, and purpose, including his long-running epilepsy awareness projects and his love of old-school comic book energy.If you enjoy indie comics, Kickstarter launches, creator-owned books, collectibles, and behind-the-scenes talk about how comics are actually made, this one is for you. We also dig into lettering, coloring, conventions, marketing, and why creator communities matter so much in comics today.Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_PodcastGuest: John McLaren @genxtoybox🗯️New Website: https://www.talkincomics.com/📰Sign up for our newsletter 🗨 Get your FREE preview of The Chronicles of Panel Pete https://talkincomicspodcast.substack.com/🎥 🎞️ We Didn't Just Make a Comic... We MADE the Comic. Hit the Notify me on lunch to support this documentary made by Talkin’ Comics Podcast! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/641500179/we-didnt-just-make-a-comic-we-made-the-comic🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast👉 Order The Chronicles of Panel Pete and more at https://www.talkincomics.com/category/comicsSponsors:• Allegra Printing – Printing The Chronicles of Panel Pete 👉🖨 For your comic book printing needs please visit Allegra Traverse City (Tell them AJ Sent You) https://www.allegramarketingprint.com...Printing-Comic Books-Fliers-Prints-Business Cards-Rack Cards-Promotional Items-Etc⏱️ Chapters00:00 Creating comics and action figures01:41 Upcoming projects and Kickstarter plans06:37 The creative process and collaboration11:29 Using comics for epilepsy awareness17:17 Finding a path into writing28:19 Villains Anonymous and the Kickstarter34:08 Favorite heroes and comics37:31 He-Man inspiration and custom toys44:47 Finding a creator community53:18 Connecting with fans at conventionsMusic licensed through Soundstripe.Code: ZKJPLIWPAOVAW4E0#TalkinComics #JohnMcLaren #VillainsAnonymous #IndieComics #Kickstarter #ComicBooks #ComicCreators #ActionFigures #CreatorOwnedComics #ComicsPodcast