Capital of Comics

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Capital of Comics

Featured in Enterprise World's "Most Visionary Leaders Shaping the Future of Comics in 2026," the Capital of Comics podcast is hosted by Joel Rodriguez, CEO of Metal Ninja Studios and 2025 Marquis Who’s Who Top Professional. Capital of Comics explores the business of creativity through honest, in-depth conversations. Each week, guests from both within and beyond the comic industry share their experiences, failures, and frameworks for creative success. This masterclass is designed to give creators real clarity about the business side of storytelling and the tools they need to grow their craft, career, and IP.

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    Narrative Equity Feat. Joshua Rubin

    Join host Joel Rodriguez in an insightful conversation with game and comic writer Joshua Rubin. Discover his journey from Hollywood screenwriting to creating iconic characters like Ezio Auditore, and explore his innovative work in VR, AI, and comics. Learn valuable lessons on career pivots, collaboration, and the future of storytelling in the digital age. ----more---- Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Housekeeping 02:11 - Meet Joshua Rubin: The Creator Behind Ezio Auditore 04:10 - Joshua's Journey: From Novelist to Game Writer 08:02 - The Transition to Video Games and Learning the Craft 10:52 - Exploring New Frontiers: VR and Narrative Innovation 12:48 - Advice for Aspiring Creatives: Embrace Learning 13:39 - Lessons Learned: Navigating Different Mediums 16:30 - Balancing Ego and Teamwork in Creative Work 20:54 - Leading a Creative Team: Insights from Joshua 23:32 - The Joy of Connecting with Audiences in Comics Connect with our Guest: Social Media: @Joshua Rubin or Strangeland Comics Ready to level up your comic career? Join the Concept to Comic Academy for exclusive Q&As, mentorship, and full masterclass archives. [Join the Academy here] Subscribe and follow for weekly insights into the business behind the panels.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Featured in Enterprise World's "Most Visionary Leaders Shaping the Future of Comics in 2026," the Capital of Comics podcast is hosted by Joel Rodriguez, CEO of Metal Ninja Studios and 2025 Marquis Who’s Who Top Professional. Capital of Comics explores the business of creativity through honest, in-depth conversations. Each week, guests from both within and beyond the comic industry share their experiences, failures, and frameworks for creative success. This masterclass is designed to give creators real clarity about the business side of storytelling and the tools they need to grow their craft, career, and IP.

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Joel Rodriguez

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