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Can AI replace comic creators? What does it really take to publish comics today? And why are more creators turning to Kickstarter than ever before?This episode of Talkin' Comics welcomes back legendary comic creator Jimmie Robinson for an honest conversation about creativity, AI, independent comics, publishing, conventions, HeroesCon, Kickstarter campaigns, and his newest graphic novel Artillery.AJ and Jimmie discuss everything from the changing comic industry to staying motivated as a creator, plus Jimmie shares details about his upcoming supernatural romance project, the inspiration behind Artillery, and why finishing your comic is one of the biggest accomplishments an indie creator can achieve.Whether you're an indie creator, comic collector, Kickstarter fan, or simply love behind-the-scenes creator conversations, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice.If you enjoy creator interviews like this, don't forget to:👍 Like💬 Leave a Comment📺 Subscribe to Talkin' Comics🔔 Turn on notificationsEvery week we bring you creator interviews, comic reviews, comic news, trivia, convention coverage, and conversations celebrating the comic book community.Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_PodcastGuest: Jimmie Robinson 📸@jimmie.l.robinsonOnly a few days left to back the Kickstarter for Artillery!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/invader/artillery-a-graphic-novel-fighting-back-against-ai-0🗯️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/🫵 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 Weather and Climate: A Comparative Discussion00:58 Artillery and Comic Book Launch Updates05:48 Creative Process: Writing and Collaboration10:49 Conventions and Community Engagement15:45 Personal Reflections and Future Aspirations16:27 The Mystery of Algorithms17:24 Collaborative Creativity in Comics18:45 The Importance of Mental Health20:37 The Value of Zines23:28 Navigating the Comic Scene24:39 The Evolution of Comic Art26:47 The Changing Landscape of Comic Pricing28:32 The Role of Advertisements in Comics31:30 Fun Questions and Character Insights39:26 The Journey of a Comic's Life41:44 Misadventures and Life Lessons42:38 Conventions and Community Connections44:48 Kickstarter Insights and Experiences54:41 Artillery: A New Comic Adventure#TalkinComics #JimmieRobinson #IndieComics #ComicBooks #ComicPodcast #Kickstarter #ComicCreator #GraphicNovel #AIArt #ComicCommunity #HeroesCon #InvaderComics #MakingComics #ComicCollectors #AnnakhanMusic licensed through Soundstripe.Code: OVBHWLRRTLUVXNED

Join AJ and Annakhan from Talkin' Comics as they crack open Star Wars Pogs packs and battle it out in a fun Pack vs Pack challenge!From Darth Vader and Luke Skywalker to Obi-Wan Kenobi and Han Solo, we discover awesome Star Wars collectibles while competing for bragging rights. Who will pull the best Pogs? Who will win the Slammers showdown?If you love Star Wars, retro collectibles, trading cards, Pogs, and family-friendly gaming, this video is for you!👍 Like💬 Comment your favorite Star Wars character🔔 Subscribe for more Talkin' Comics content, comic book fun, collectibles, trivia, and family gaming adventures!Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_PodcastCo-Host: Annakhan🗯️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/🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hkSponsors:• 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#StarWars#Pogs#StarWarsPogs#Collectibles#RetroGaming#StarWarsFans#LukeSkywalker#DarthVader#FamilyFun#TalkinComics#OpeningPacks#VintageCollectibles#ToyCollector#GamingChallenge#Annakhan

What does it take to create your own comic book from scratch?This week on Talkin' Comics Podcast, AJ sits down with writer, artist, and creator Dee Hausner, the mastermind behind Kid Nebula. They discuss the journey of creating an indie comic, building community in comics, crowdfunding through Kickstarter, and turning life's toughest moments into creative inspiration.Dee shares how the loss of family members helped shape his storytelling, the creation of Kid Nebula, his love of classic comics and Saturday morning cartoons, and why family-friendly comics still matter today.Plus, hear stories about the indie comics community, collaborations with creators like Mike Alger, Dennis Valencia, and more.If you're a comic creator, comic fan, or someone dreaming of making your own book, this episode is for you.👉 Follow Dee Hausner and check out Kid Nebula: linktr.ee/Kidnebulahttps://www.kidnebulacomic.comHost: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_PodcastGuest: Dee Hausner linktr.ee/Kidnebula🗯️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/🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hkSponsors:• 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 Introduction and Background00:06 The Journey of Kid Nebula03:11 Community and Collaboration in Comics06:08 The Impact of AI on Creative Work09:02 Fan Art and Its Significance12:03 Documenting the Creative Process17:26 The Genesis of Creativity22:16 Navigating Personal Loss and Artistic Expression27:11 The Balance of Fun and Depth in Storytelling32:08 Crafting Comics: The Process and Challenges36:43 Digital Artistry: Tools and Techniques42:00 Future Projects and Community Engagement45:22 Balancing Podcast Production46:18 Nostalgic Superhero Favorites47:17 Comic Book Beginnings49:39 Current Comic Series and Indie Creators51:38 Exploring Comic Book Universes55:28 Superpowers and Sidekicks57:53 Life as a Comic Book58:49 Creative Process and Storytelling01:02:26 Advice for Aspiring Creators#TalkinComicsPodcast#KidNebula#DeeHausner#IndieComics#ComicBooks#ComicCreator#KickstarterComics#GraphicNovel#ComicPodcast#SelfPublishing#ComicArt#StorytellingMusic licensed through Soundstripe.Code: CEONE9IGNO4MZWIW

What happens when a history buff, police officer, and comic creator combine their passions into one epic story?This week on Talkin' Comics, AJ sits down with creator Ryan Bird to discuss his upcoming comic Red Devil, part of the larger Task Force Liberty universe. Inspired by Golden Age comics and World War II history, Red Devil follows Diablo Redhill, an Apache Marine thrust into the Pacific Theater during WWII.Ryan dives deep into comic writing, historical research, Kickstarter campaigns, world-building, and bringing comics to life with artists. Plus, AJ shares stories from creating The Chronicles of Panel Pete and printing comics by hand.If you love indie comics, historical fiction, World War II stories, or comic creation, this episode is for you.⚡ Support Ryan's Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/taskforceliberty/red-devil-1-welcome-to-hell⚡ Subscribe for weekly creator interviews, comic news, trivia, and more!Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_PodcastGuest: Ryan Bird @authorbird94🗯️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/🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hkSponsors:• 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 Introduction to Ryan Bird and His Journey02:18 Creative Writing and Comic Script Development05:23 The Concept Behind Red Devil08:20 Character Development and Historical Context11:28 Writing Process and Collaboration with Artists12:52 Pitching Red Devil and Kickstarter Campaign26:42 The Invasion of Guadalcanal: A Historical Perspective29:08 Blending History with Fiction in Comics29:35 Creative Challenges and Future Storylines31:31 The Quirky Side of Missouri: Uranus Fudge Factory33:36 Nostalgia for Superheroes: Early Favorites35:22 Exploring Current Comic Series37:28 Living in a Comic Book Universe38:29 Dreaming of Superpowers39:23 Choosing the Perfect Sidekick39:50 Life as a Comic Book: Title Ideas#TalkinComics #IndieComics #WorldWarII #ComicBooks #Kickstarter #HistoricalFiction #ComicCreator #ComicPodcast #RedDevil #TaskForceLiberty #GoldenAgeComics #PanelPete

Disclaimer: And were back to fun thumbnails. According to Annakhan we were getting to boring on our episode thumbnails!Welcome to Talkin' Comics Episode 122!This episode is brought to you by Ryan Bird's Red Devil: Task Force Liberty Kickstarter. Red Devil is a thrilling WWII epic, telling the story of Diablo Redhill, a U.S. Marine forced into service after being wrongfully convicted simply for defending himself and his ranch. Witness the birth of a legend in this first chapter in the saga of "Task Force Liberty"Check the links below to support the project and discover a thrilling World War II comic adventure. Live now on Kickstarter!https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/taskforceliberty/red-devil-1-welcome-to-hellThis week AJ and Annakhan share their latest comic book pulls, discuss what they've been reading, preview their upcoming trip to HeroesCon, and test their knowledge with a fun Scotty Young trivia challenge.Books discussed include Absolute Catwoman #1, Supergirl #14, Masters of the Universe #1, Daredevil #3, Immortal Thor, Jay and Silent Bob: Jay's Future Past, Devil in the Herd, Freedom Fontaine: The Undead Bounty Hunter, and more.Plus, hear about meeting creators at HeroesCon, collecting comic merchandise, and the latest Kickstarter projects from independent creators.Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_PodcastCo-Host: Annakhan🗯️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/🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hkSponsors:• 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-EtcSubscribe for weekly comic book discussions, creator interviews, trivia, comic reviews, convention coverage, and indie comic spotlights.⏱️ Chapters00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship Announcement03:33 Weekly Polls and Comic Book Reviews09:56 Upcoming Events and Conventions10:56 Unboxing and Collectibles Discussion23:16 Trivia Time and Scotty Young Discussion#TalkinComics#ComicBooks#ComicBookPodcast#ScottyYoung#IHateFairyland#HeroesCon#MarvelComics#DCComics#ComicTrivia#ComicCollectors#IndieComics#ComicCommunity#ComicBookReviews#ComicCreators#WeeklyComicPulls

On this episode of Talkin' Comics, AJ sits down with award-winning fantasy author Evan Kidwell to discuss his debut novel, Timaeus Spark and the Luck Curse.Evan shares how childhood bullying, fantasy novels, and a lifelong love of storytelling inspired him to create a young adult fantasy adventure that readers describe as Harry Potter meets The Hunger Games. We discuss writing your first novel, publishing, comic conventions, resilience, friendship, and the lessons that shaped his life.If you're a fan of fantasy books, young adult fiction, Harry Potter, The Hunger Games, comics, manga, and inspiring creator stories, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Be sure to like, subscribe, and follow Talkin' Comics for more creator interviews, comic discussions, trivia, and geek culture content.Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_PodcastGuest:Evan Kidwell linktr.ee/evan_kidwell_author**VOTE for Evan in the International Book Awards**https://apply.internationalimpactbookawards.com/public-voting-form🗯️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/🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hkSponsors:• 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 Evan Kidwell: Author Journey Begins08:44 Overcoming Childhood Bullying Through Writing17:33 Writing Process and Philosophy20:33 Publishing Journey and Hybrid Model21:05 The Importance of Feedback in Writing27:05 Navigating the Publishing Process31:11 Advice for Aspiring Authors34:34 Overcoming Trauma and Bullying37:09 Creating Relatable Stories46:14 Fun Questions and Personal Insights#TalkinComics#EvanKidwell#FantasyBooks#YAFantasy#BookTube#AuthorInterview#HarryPotter#TheHungerGames#WritingCommunity#IndieAuthor#FantasyAuthor#ReadersFavorite