Summary

In this episode, Gary interviews Malcolm McFadden about his latest comic 'Thema, The God of War,' the rise of indie comics, and how creators can gain more exposure. They discuss the impact of social media, Kickstarter, and community support in the indie comic scene.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Indie Comics and the Podcast

06:27 The Rise of Indie Comics

11:03 Navigating the Indie Comic Scene

16:17 Kickstarter: The Lifeblood of Indie Comics

19:53 Promoting Thema: The God of War

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sixfifteencomics/thema-the-queen-of-war?ref=user_menu

Summary

In this engaging interview, Fabrice Sapolsky shares his journey as a comic book creator, publisher, and advocate for creator rights. Discover insights on representation, the importance of community engagement, and the creative process behind his diverse projects at Fair Square Graphics.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Fabrice Sapolsky

01:18 Fabrice's Journey in Comics

04:07 The Importance of Representation and Creators' Rights

08:41 The Role of an Editor in Comics

12:35 Navigating Opinions and Conversations in the Creative Space

16:04 The Transition from Journalism to Comic Creation

19:01 Legacy and the Drive to Create

22:38 Exploring 'Shakespeare's Vampires' and Creative Challenges

24:41 The Hybrid Art of Storytelling

28:30 Empowering Diverse Voices in Comics

32:16 The Universal Language of Comics

36:16 Creating Without Boundaries

40:11 Advice for Aspiring Creators

Resources

https://fairsquaregraphics.com/

https://www.instagram.com/fabricesapolsky

https://www.linkedin.com/company/fairsquaregraphics

Summary

In this episode, Karla 'Moon' Medrano discusses her journey as a woman in comics, the importance of diversity and representation, and her upcoming Zelda Awards celebrating women creators. She shares insights on industry biases, her projects, and her vision for supporting women in indie comics.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Women in Comics

02:58 The Zelda Awards: Celebrating Women Creators

05:53 Challenges in Recognition and Awards

08:51 The Need for Greater Representation

11:48 Women in Comics vs. Women in Film

14:50 Inspiring Women in Comics

22:08 Inspiration from Fellow Creators

24:05 The Need for Normalization in Representation

25:05 Evolving Voice as a Writer

29:51 Trailblazing in Indie Comics

30:40 The Journey of Black Girl Comics

36:44 Promoting the Zelda Awards

Resources

Zelda Awards - https://www.youtube.com/live/-rOHpTK3ReA?si=rD7zu3fQrg2qf5OT

Black Girl Comics - https://blaqgirlcomics.com