Summary

Summary

In this episode, comic creator Alan discusses his journey, artistic influences, and the stories behind his comics like Grimmbone and Blood Veda. He shares insights into his creative process, genre preferences, and future projects, offering valuable advice for aspiring creators.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction

01:11 Alan Gray's Background and Inspiration

02:07 The Meaning Behind Black God Comics

03:20 Would You Rather: Superhero Preferences

04:11 Favorite Anime and Influences

14:16 Drawing vs. Writing Challenges

22:20 Overview of Grimmbone and Its Origins

27:50 Blood Veda: Vampire Lore and World Building

41:23 Future Projects and Genre Preferences

43:22 Closing Remarks and Where to Find Alan Gray

resources

Black God Comics on Global Comics - https://globalcomics.com/user/BlackGodComics

Black God Comics - Website - https://blackgodcomics.com

Summary

In this episode, artist David Lujan shares his journey into comics, his unique art style, and insights into creating engaging stories like Big Game Saga. Discover how his background influences his work and get tips for aspiring comic artists.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Artist's Journey

02:56 The Transition from Carpentry to Comics

05:48 The Impact of Childhood Comics on Career Choices

08:45 Art Style and Its Evolution

11:35 The Fulfillment of Completing a Comic

14:32 Top Three Disney Animated Movies

22:12 The Genesis of Big Game Saga

24:51 Creative Freedom in Comics

29:58 The Artist's Role in Storytelling

32:24 The Humor Behind the Titles

34:50 Introducing New Characters

37:15 Action and Artistic Expression

38:16 Upcoming Projects and Future Stories

41:18 Kickstarter Insights and Rewards

43:34 Final Thoughts and Comic Inspirations

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/urikocomic/big-game-saga-2-deadliest-catch-and-release?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=big%20game&total_hits=519

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Summary

In this episode, Gary and Kevin dive into their favorite Arrowverse shows, ranking them from best to worst, and sharing insights on character development, story arcs, and crossover events. They also reminisce about how these series impacted their love for DC Comics and superhero storytelling. Kevin also shares his diverse projects and non-profit initiatives.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Arrowverse Discussion

05:53 Would You Rather Segment

08:47 Ranking the Arrowverse Shows

11:39 Deep Dive into Arrow

14:38 Naomi and Superman & Lois Discussion

17:30 Exploring Black Lightning and The Flash

21:56 Introduction of New Characters

24:03 Crossover Events and Their Impact

25:12 Ranking the Arrowverse Shows

26:56 Supergirl's Decline and Character Development

28:04 Legends of Tomorrow: A Shift in Tone

29:21 Superman and Lois: A New Standard

32:07 Stargirl and Its Untimely Cancellation

33:38 Final Rankings and Character Favorites

34:13 Top Three Arrowverse Characters

43:11 Supergirl Movie Reactions

44:30 Diving into Supergirl's Character

46:20 Critiques and Highlights of the Film

49:58 Performance Highlights and Action Sequences

51:52 Directorial Choices and Their Impact

55:11 Kevin's Creative Ventures and Non-Profit Work

Superman and Lois….best Superman Adaptation yet. Kevin agrees that it’s the best of all the Arrowverse shows. New episode of The Divergent Comics Podcast comes out this Friday!

http://www.kevirsal.com

https://app.micard.io/kevirsal

In this episode of the Divergent Comics podcast, I sit down with comic book creator Nigel Lynch, the writer behind Critical Ops Task Force and several other exciting projects. We dive deep into the craft of comic storytelling, exploring everything from character development and world-building to pacing, page composition, and creating memorable moments that keep readers hooked.

Nigel shares the inspirations that shaped his creative journey. We discuss how to build compelling characters with unique motivations, balance action with meaningful storytelling, and weave tension, humor, and social commentary into a comic narrative.

We also explore the realities of creating independent comics, including collaborating with artists, handling feedback and criticism, running Kickstarter campaigns, and pitching stories in a competitive industry.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Welcome and episode overview

00:31 - Nigel Lynch’s background and journey into comics

01:57 - Would You Rather? super strength vs super speed discussion

03:25 - Preferences for handling heat and cold in stories

04:17 - Favorite TV series vs favorite movies challenge

05:09 - Inspiration behind becoming a comic book writer

06:30 - Influential comics: Punisher Max and The Walking Dead

07:56 - Writing style: storytelling without reliance on captions

09:04 - Genre preferences: action, science fiction, and beyond

10:22 - Humor, levity, and serious moments in comics

13:39 - Nigel’s favorite part of his writing process

15:04 - Overcoming writer’s block and story flow techniques

17:36 - Top Marvel movies—Guardians, Endgame, and more

20:58 - Development of Critical Ops Task Force’s universe and themes

23:24 - Characters in Critical Ops Task Force: inspirations and traits

29:15 - Crafting character personalities and dynamics

33:01 - Creating layered characters like Jess and Rosetta

39:15 - Kickstarter campaign details for Critical Ops Task Force Volume One

40:54 - Future projects and related works in the same universe

45:13 - Advice for submitting stories to Wise Acre Comics

48:46 - Closing remarks, social links, and where to find Nigel’s workResources & Links:

Links

https://www.beyondpublishingcaribbean.com/

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/akoma/critical-ops-task-force-volume-1?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=%20ops%20task%20force&total_hits=3

https://wiseacre.us/buy-comics

https://www.instagram.com/thenigelverse/

In this episode of the Divergent Comics podcast, I sit down with Mark, creator of Psion, a supernatural thriller blending mystery, conspiracy, and Southern Gothic influences. We discuss his journey from engineering student to comic creator, the inspiration behind Psion, the importance of representation in comics, and how community and identity shape his storytelling.

00:00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

00:01:30 - Discussion on Supporting Black Independent Creators

00:02:50 - Mark's Background and Journey to Writing

00:04:30 - Overview of Scion and Its Themes

00:06:50 - Influences and Inspirations for Scion

00:09:00 - Would You Rather Segment Begins

00:09:30 - Perfect Gift vs. Receiving What You Want

00:10:50 - Unlimited Vacation Days vs. Guaranteed Raise

00:12:00 - Telekinesis vs. Telepathy

00:13:30 - Catalyst for Creating Comics

00:17:00 - The Impact of HBCUs on Mark's Life

00:20:30 - The Importance of Community and Representation

00:25:00 - Character Development: John Lewis

00:30:00 - Exploring the Southern Gothic Genre

00:32:30 - Crimson Sleeper Studios: Origin of the Name

00:35:00 - Conclusion and Final Thoughts

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/crimsonsleeper/psion-2-a-southern-gothic-thriller-48-pages-full-color?ref=ct9px2

https://www.instagram.com/crimsonsleeperstudios?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

In this episode of the Divergent Comics podcast, I sit down with Matt of Birdseye View Comics to discuss his comic Biorhythm, a sci-fi epic where a cosmic event sparks the evolution of humans and animals, leading to a clash between two emerging species. We explore his journey into comics, the themes and inspirations behind his work, upcoming projects, and his vision for expanding Biorhythm into a tabletop RPG.

00:01:30 - Getting to Know Matt

00:02:30 - Would You Rather Segment

00:11:00 - Story Overview of Biorhythm

00:14:30 - Political Themes in Biorhythm

00:16:30 - The Evolution of the Title

00:18:00 - Other Projects by Matt

00:20:30 - Impact of Biorhythm on Readers

00:23:00 - Biorhythm as a Tabletop RPG

00:24:30 - Medium Adaptation Preferences

00:26:00 - Advice for New Comic Creators

00:27:30 - Where to Find Matt and His Work

00:28:00 - Conclusion and Farewell

https://www.instagram.com/matthewbradley238?igsh=MWNiaGg0Mnl3eGNlNg==

byrdseyeviewcomics.com

In this episode of the Divergent Comics podcast, I talk with indie comic creator Chris Bickham, creator of Hatui — a futuristic series blending action, political tension, and hybrid human-animal rebels fighting for survival. We discuss Chris’s journey into comics, the life experiences that shaped his storytelling, his creative process, and the future of the series. Plus, we mix in some laughs, creative insight, and advice for aspiring comic creators. If you’re into indie comics and thought-provoking worldbuilding, this is an episode worth checking out.

00:00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

00:01:23 - Chris's Journey into Comics

00:03:36 - The Impact of Life Experiences on Art

00:06:43 - Favorite Vegetables Segment

00:07:34 - Getting in the Creative Zone

00:09:09 - Storyline and Political Undertones

00:12:08 - Character Development and Growth

00:14:09 - Inspiration Behind the Story

00:17:50 - Artistic Choices: Black and White vs. Color

00:19:37 - Future Plans for "Hatui

00:20:53 - Potential Side Projects

00:24:53 - Advice for Aspiring Comic Creators

00:26:06 - Dream Comic Series to Rewrite

00:29:55 - Closing Remarks and Where to Find Chris


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