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120. Bill Willingham on Fables, Game of Thrones, and writing

Bill Willingham has been writing and drawing comics for more than twenty years. During that time, he’s had work published by nearly every comics publisher in the business and he’s created many critically acclaimed comic book series, including Elementals, Coventry, Day Of Vengeance, and the Eisner Award-winning Vertigo series, FABLES. I had a fun conversation with him today on the world of Fables and his opinions on Game of Thrones. We shared laughs, theories, and stories about his youth, writing, and the creative process.

116. San Diego Comic Con

Please note the blog and podcast are different! This week’s podcast is a wrap-up session with Oscar Agramonte, where we discuss all things SDCC and our experiences on the panel and at the con. Tune in! I just got back from the whirlwind that is San Diego Comic-Con.

112. Scott Shaw, cartoonist and founding member of San Diego Comic Con

Fan is short for fanatic. One of my favorite quotes from today’s episode with cartoonist, Scott Shaw. Scott takes time out of his day to chat with me about the conception of San Diego Comic Convention (SDCC). As well as highlights of his works in the cartoon and comic field.

101. Stan Sakai creator of Usagi Yojimbo

I am trying to contain my excitement today… I had the honor of interviewing the legendary Stan Sakai. For those of you who are not falling out of your chair, this means you don’t read comics. For those of you who just fainted, you know Stan as the creator of Usagi Yojimbo.

83. Ricardo Williams on Nerd Nite Orlando

Ricardo Williams is a filmmaker, musician, event organizer, and program manager. Since studying communications at Pace University in NYC, he’s appeared in commercials and independent films and produced numerous albums. He’s also guest lectured on film theory and video production at New York’s School of Visual Arts. Currently, Ricardo is the host of Nerd Nite Orlando.

76. Comic book geek out with the pros

Live from Paper Asylum! I’m always psyched to visit my favorite comic book and novelty store in Beverly, MA. However, this visit was even more exciting because we did a live recording at the store!

26. Tony Wolf on artistry and acting in NYC

Meet Tony Wolf! He is an actor, singer, and artist in New York. Tony shares his experiences with the struggles of show business. We also discuss his artistry and illustrations, as he has created some comics that have appeared in the New York Times. As you know I am a comic book geek, and always enjoy chatting comics with a fellow geek!

25. The San Diego Comic Con episode

It’s San Diego Comic Con week! In honor of this convention, I sit down with my occasional co-host Oscar, as well as other special guests to chat all things Comic Con. One of the guests is author and film critic Ric Meyers, known as the kung fu guy! He was a long-term columnist for Inside Kung Fu and Asian Cult Cinema magazines, and has consulted on numerous films, including one of my favorites, Kung Fu Panda. I sit down to talk with Ric about his 20th Kung Fu Extravaganza at San Diego Comic Con. Another guest is Lei Ann Resurreccion, who is a lover of cosplay. Lei Ann chats costumes and cosplay fun with me as we both plan on being at Comic Con next year!

20. Wonder Woman and Girl Power Comics with Pete Kreitchet

Pete and I are back chatting comics and super heroes. We discuss the new hit film Wonder Woman starting Gal Gadot. SPOILER ALERT for those who haven’t seen the film! However, we chat all things Wonder Woman including the comics dating back to the 1940s to today. Get Pete’s recommendations on best story arcs and issues to read. The theme for this week is girl power ladies, so listen in and geek out with us as we discuss strong women in the comic book and super hero world!

11. Pete Kreitchet, Comic books past, present, and future beyond Spiderman and super heroes

Pete Kretichet knows comics. I’ve known Pete for over 20 years through Wah Lum kung fu. He is my go to expert on comic book recommendations. Geek out with Pete and I on the evolution of comic book culture, good reads, and his new store Paper Asylum.