PODCAST · arts
Words, Images, & Worlds
by Jason DeHart
A passionate educator and avid reader with a PhD in literacy talks books, strategies, and more.
Episodes
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Arthur and Lucas Harari
The creative duo of Arthur and Lucas Harari discuss their story, The Case of David Zimmerman, and its journey from being a film with Léa Seydoux to a graphic novel. You can follow Lucas on Instagram for more information (lucas.harari)
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Jonathan Maberry
Author Jonathan Maberry discusses his work in prose in comics, including his prolific creating. Maberry discusses his latest Necrotec title, Ghosts of the Void, as well as his work on Marvel's Black Panther and V Wars.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Dave Wielgosz
Writer Dave Wielgosz talks about his time with DC Comics editorial, as well as his latest series with Ignition Press -- Showdown. You can find out more about Dave at his Instagram profile, @davewielgosz.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with The Becka
The Becka stops by to talk about comics, horror, and the latest book, The Worm Hole Club Tragedy. You can find out more at thebecka.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds | Nonfiction and Photography with Frank W. Baker
Author and educator Frank W. Baker talks about his latest book, Close Encounters with Great Blue Herons. We talk nonfiction, nature appreciation, educating young readers, photography, and more. You can find out about this book at https://greatblueherons.com.
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Words, Images, Bins, & Bandits with Corinna Bechko
Author Corinna Bechko talks about working in science fiction and comics, exploring worlds like Green Lantern: Earth One, and sharing in the world of Sabrina the Teenage Witch. Find out more at www.corinnabechko.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds: Meredith Laxton Returns!
Artist and educator Meredith Laxton returns to the show -- this time, we discuss her work on the comics adaptation of the novel, Ready Player One. You can visit Meredith's website (linked here) to find out more.
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Words, Images, & Worlds: Talking Comics History with Roy Schwartz
Comics historian Roy Schwartz discusses the enduring power of the medium, as well as the legacy of creators like Siegel & Shuster and Jack Kirby. You can find out more at royschwartz.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Jennifer Thorne
Author Jennifer Thorne discusses suspense and writing craft in her new novel, Newbourne Park (available this week). You can find out more at jenniferthorne.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Tereso Cobian
Comics creator Tereso Cobian talks about exploring the post-apocalyptic as only the comics medium can in his now-funding book, Private Posse. Check it out on Kickstarter!
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Jason Neulander
Author and creator Jason Neulander talks the immersive graphic novel experience (!!!) of Treasure Island Reimagined. It's mingling of comics and live theater. You can find out more at treasureislandreimagined.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds: Robert P. Ottone Returns!
Author Robert P. Ottone returns to discuss horror lineage, plot work, and genre as a space for commentary in this new episode. You can find out more at Robert's Instagram page (linked here) and read Amityville Awakens on October 6, 2026.
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Words, Images, Bins, & Bandits | Ben Hatke
Another guy named Ben stops by for a collaborative episode between Words, Images, & Worlds and Dollar Bin Bandits. Ben Hatke is known for his work on Mighty Jack, Zita the Space Girl, and much more. In this episode, he talks about his new book from First Second Books, Homeworld. You can find out...
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Alma Katsu
Author Alma Katsu discusses technology and horror, including her work in the new novel, Incarnate (out this week). You can find out more at this author's website, almakatsubooks.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Charlotte Lillie Balogh
Author Charlotte Lillie Balogh discusses her new novel, Capsized, which is also set to be a Hulu series. We talk creative process, comics, and more. You can find out more at her website, charlottelillie.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Jim Whiting
Comics creator Jim Whiting discusses his work with talents like Joe Staton, Steve Niles, and Clive Barker. Jim also talks about Margo: Intergalactic Trash Collector, currently funding on Kickstarter starting September 8, 2026. You can find out more at Jim's site, https://whitingstudio.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with John Schu
Author and traveling librarian Mr. Schu stops by Words, Images, & Worlds to discuss joy walking, the power of writing poetry, the promise of a new school year, and his new book, Lily-May's Joyful Day! You can find out more at Mr. Schu's website, johnschu.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Shifa Saltagi Safadi
Author Shifa Saltagi Safadi discusses her work for young readers, the power of literacy, the affordances of verse, and the new book, Sisters Alone. You can find out more at Shifa's author website (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds: R. Alan Brooks Returns!
Author and artist R. Alan Brooks returns to the show to discuss his latest endeavor, a graphic novel approach to Always. Most of the Time. This project has also been adapted into a film. You can find more about R. Alan at his website, ralanwrites.com. You can also support this project on...
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Words, Images, & Worlds with K.B. Brodsky
The author team of K.B. Brodsky stops by to discuss crafting in Tom Clancy and David Morrell-style worlds of espionage and global intrigue. Their new book, Beyond Honor, releases this week. You can find out more about these authors at their website, kbbrodsky.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Alan Barillaro
Oscar-winning creator Alan Barillaro stops by to discuss his latest book, Bunns Rabbit: The Return of the Spirit Rabbit. Alan discusses working in animation, illustration, prose, and more. You can find out more at Alan's website, alanbarillaro.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Will Henry and Stephan Pastis
The creative team of Stephan Pastis and Will Henry discuss their new book, The Adventures of He-Man: Skeletor Ate My Homework. You can find out more and follow at the Instagram links below. https://www.instagram.com/stephanpastis https://www.instagram.com/mrwillhenry
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Words, Images, & Worlds: Maggie Tokuda-Hall Returns!
Author Maggie Tokuda-Hall returns to the podcast to discuss not one but two books on the way -- What Do People Do at the Science Museum? and Bathtime for Snow Monkeys. Maggie also discusses the crucial nature of supporting book access. You can find out more about Maggie at her author site (linked...
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Words, Images, & Worlds | Talking Coyote vs. Acme with Dave Barclay
Creative maestro Dave Barclay discusses working behind the scenes to bring Looney Toons character Coyote to life using puppeteering and performance. You can find out more about Dave's writing at Coolwaters Productions.
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Words, Images, & Worlds: Kevin Davis Returns!
Author and creator Kevin Davis returns to discuss his latest project, Skinshifter. It's a horror comics episode! You can find out more on Kevin's Instagram page (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Joseph Jasionowski
Author Joseph Jasionowski stops by to discuss his new comics series, Julius the Werehound, as well as the influences of pulp and horror on his creating. Joseph discusses collaborating with artist Elton Thomasi, as well. You can follow Joseph and find out more Instagram @jjaz1111.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Tess Gerritsen
Author Tess Gerritsen talks character, story craft, and the continuing journey of the Martini Club in the new book, The Shadow Friends, out on August 25, 2026. You can follow and find out more at tessgerritsen.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Kristin Ziemke
Educator Kristin Ziemke talks about her work in Text and Tech: Reading All Ways in K-8 from NCTE Publishing. We discuss screens and the page, literacy development, innovative teaching strategies, and more. You can find out more at Kristin's site, www.kristinziemke.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Dr. Ian O'Byrne
Dr. Ian O'Byrne, associate professor literacy education, discusses trends, ethical questions, and more in the realm of digital literacy. You can find out more at Dr. O'Byrne's blog (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Rob Saucedo
Author and comics creator Rob Saucedo discusses his new book, Curse of the Wherewolf, as well as creating with Fangoria. You can find out more and follow Rob at his Instagram.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Nick Arganbright
Author and comics creator Nick Arganbright discusses collaboration and work on his series, Excavator, as well as work on stage. Issue 4 of the book is funding soon! You can follow and find out more at excavatorcomic.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Megan Bontrager
Author Megan Bontrager discusses the character-driven nature of the new horror novel, The Sea Hides Its Dead. You can find out more about Megan's work at her site (linked here).
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Talking Yumi 00EX with Doug Wagner on Words, Images, & Worlds
Spies, intrigue, fun with tropes, and comics storytelling are all fair play as Doug Wagner and I discuss his new series from Image Comics -- Yumi 00EX. You can find out more about Doug's work at his website, shocknoggin.com (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Steven Pennella
Comics creator and artist Steven Pennella discusses the world of Faith Fallon, currently funding in a full color edition on Kickstarter (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Gary McBride
Author Gary McBride talks about writing process and craft, exploring his new book, Literary Forensics: How Reading Can Make You A Better Writer. You can find out more about Gary's work on writing at his site (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Mickey Revenaugh
Author and educator Mickey Revenaugh discusses the new book, School's Out: Why Families Are Choosing Unconventional Education, out this week from Johns Hopkins University Press. Revenaugh shares a vision for what is possible in the future of education.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Angelica Cheng
Debut author Angelica Cheng discusses YA storytelling, Formula One, romance, and more in her new book, The Fast Track. You can find out more about Angelica's work at her website (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds: Talkin' (Killer) Tomatoes with Bob Frantz
Author Bob Frantz stops by to discuss his latest creative endeavor, a graphic novel in the world of Attack of the Killer Tomatoes, which is currently funding on Kickstarter. Check out his words about creative process and balancing humor and horror. You can support the Attack of the Killer…
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Jaime Parker Stickle
Author and podcaster Jaime Parker Stickle discusses the Corey in Los Angeles series, crime fiction, the enticing nature of mystery, and book two coming this week, Take Hart. You can find out more at Jaime's website (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Robert Kroll
Author and educator Robert Kroll talks Orson Welles, the Megaton worlds of Don Simpson, pulp projects, and much more.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Elliot Blake
Author and media creator Elliot Blake discusses his work in the new science fiction novella, Into the Great. You can find out more about this book and more at Elliot's author site (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Anthony Peckham
Author of screen and the page Anthony Peckham discusses his Children of the Black Glass YA fantasy trilogy, including the new entry, The Law of Solitude. You can find out more at the author's site (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds: Rob Multari Returns!
Author and comics creator Rob Multari returns to discuss the expanding world of Lone Wolf Comics (linked here), including his series, Snow Paw.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Patty McGee
Author and educator Patty McGee discusses practical approaches for teaching writing, as well as her new book, Not Your Granny’s Grammar: An Innovative Approach to Meaningful and Engaging Grammar Instruction. You can find out more about Patty's work at her website (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Tom Richmond
Creator and cartoonist Tom Richmond stops by the pod to talk about his work in worlds like Mad Magazine, as well as within the vision of Quentin Tarantino. You can find out more and follow along at Tom's website (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Scott Weatherly
Author, editor, and podcaster Scott Weatherly talks about his comics criticism with Sequart, as well as his podcasting on Stories out of Time and Space (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Taran Hunt
Author Taran Hunt stops by the pod to discuss the new book, The Unkillable Princess (The Kystrom Chronicles Book 2). You can find out more about Taran's work, including this series at taranhunt.com.
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Seth M. Sherwood
Author Seth M. Sherwood talks about writing in film and comics, including his new graphic novel, The Boyfriend. You can find out more about Seth's work on his Instagram (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with C.E. Massari
Author C.E. Massari stops by to discuss his latest graphic novel, a mingling of truth and fiction. We talk about creative process and more. You can find out more about this project and more on C.E. Substack page (linked here).
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Words, Images, & Worlds with Tomm Coker
Author and artist Tomm Coker talks about working from film to comics, with a focus on his now-funding deluxe hardcover edition of Undying Love and his continued collaboration with Jonathan Hickman in The Black Monday Murders. Click here to find out more.
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How many episodes does Words, Images, & Worlds have?
Words, Images, & Worlds currently has 1000 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Words, Images, & Worlds about?
A passionate educator and avid reader with a PhD in literacy talks books, strategies, and more.
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Words, Images, & Worlds is created and hosted by Jason DeHart.
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