Comics Are Dope (The Podcast)

There aren't many in the industry with a career as legendary and storied as that of Christopher Priest. The first Black writer at both Marvel AND DC Comics, he's written or edited on every superhero you can name. Our interview spans three hour-long episodes, the first of which I'm excited to present here.We talk about A LOT including:Being Hired by Marvel in the late 1970'sThe Role of a Comic Book EditorLearning from Legends like Larry Hama and Denny O'NeilBeing Inspired by other Storytelling MediumsThe Harsh Realities of a Career in ComicsBe sure to stay tuned for part 2 next week, or watch the FULL, UNCUT VIDEO, live for paid members on our YouTube Channel right now. For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

When I asked Roger Langridge about the legacy he'll leave, he said "My tombstone will probably say 'Wrote the Muppets, then died.'" But the fact is, Roger is continuing the tradition of some of the greatest storytellers in history.We talked about his love for Carl Barks, newspaper strips, and the approach he brings to his own works -- including The Muppet Show, and the upcoming Justice Ducks miniseries he's penning for Dynamite Entertainment. I asked him what it's like switching from artist to writer, and drawing from real life as inspiration for his daily strip Hotel Fred.I had a blast talking to Roger, and I hope you enjoy listening to our conversation. Buy Justice Ducks at http://dynamite.com/disney, and follow Roger's adventures at http://hotelfred.com For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

Greg Weisman is an American novelist, writer, producer and voice actor. He is best known as a creator of the animated series Gargoyles, The Spectacular Spider-Man and Young Justice. This year marks the 30th anniversary of Disney's Gargoyles, and Greg and the team at Dynamite Entertainment are celebrating in a major way, by bringing classic Gargoyles comics back into print for the first time in over a decade! The campaign ends Feb. 12th, so hurry over to Kickstarter to back it.Back the campaign at http://bjkicks.link/gargoylesGet NEW Gargoyles comics at http://dynamite.com/disney For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

Today, I'm joined by writer Matt Mair Lowery to talk about THOUGHTSCAPE, the Sci-Fi anthology he's been self-publishing for 3 years. Issues 4 and 5 are being Kickstarted now, but they need your help to meet the goal! Listen to our talk, then visit http://thoughtscape2024.com to back the campaign."ThoughtScape Comics is an anthology series serving up sci-fi action, thrills and chills in the tradition of 2000 AD, Black Mirror and The Twilight Zone. Anything is possible in these taut tales of trauma and transformation, of people pushed past their limits by the gods and monsters they meet - or become - at the edges of technology and reality." For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

I recently had the pleasure of talking with comic artist and writer Sweeney Boo ahead of the premiere issue of Disney Villains: Cruella De Vil. Listen as the Eat and Love Yourself creator talks writing for Disney, scripting for other artists, and how her love for art and animation drove her into the career of her dreams as a cartoonist.Order Disney Villains: Cruella De Vil at http://dynamite.com/disneyFollow Sweeney on Instagram at http://instagram.com/sweeney_booSubscribe to our YouTube Channel: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredope For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

Last week, we lost a dear friend in the comics community, and the co-host of this podcast. Curtis Fisher, aka Skipntosh, was like a big brother to me. I enjoyed telling him as much when we would record our podcast episodes together. I don’t know how he found the channel or our community, but he immediately made his presence felt. Always there to plug awesome indie comics and challenge us to think deeply about our critiques. Skip cared deeply. About comics. About music. About basketball. And about people. Skip loved being a part of the community. He loved storytelling that went beyond the surface. He loved obsessing over scripts, line art, colors and lettering (in that order). He loved seeing everyone get the praise their art deserved, and he wanted to contribute to their successes in any way he could. In some instances, that just meant yelling very enthusiastically and singing the praises of people like Jonathan Hickman, Nick Dragotta, Dan Watters, Ram V, Justin Greenwood, and countless others. Skip wanted a healthy fandom. Where we can all bond over great stories and great art. Where even if we didn’t agree on the quality of storytelling, we could at least bond over the fact that comics all brought us here in the first place. If a conversation got too toxic, Skip didn’t really want to participate. And I think that’s why we were lucky enough to have him among our ranks. Whether the debate was about Tom King, LeBron vs MJ, or the best 80s B-Movies, Skip loved a healthy discussion. In the days since I learned of his passing, I’ve been trying to decide what to institute on the channel in Skip’s honor. Maybe an Indie Pick of the Week, or a monthly citizenship award. The truth is, there’s nothing I can do to fill the gap left by Skip’s passing. He was one of a kind in a way that can’t really be quantified. Perhaps the best I can do is amplify these words by our mutual friend Bunkmasta B: “Skip's only gone if we let him be gone. When we talk about our favorite comics, and particularly dope indies, Skip's there. When we have disagreements with each other but always keep it super respectful and take the time to listen to what the other person is saying instead of waiting for our turn to say why they're wrong, Skip's there. When we choose to see the good and the beauty in things when everyone else is just latching onto surface level reasons why it's bad, Skip's there.” My prayers are with Curtis’ family, especially his two daughters; his friends across all fandoms, and with all the people who knew him best. Thanks for sharing him with us. If you knew Curtis, I’d love to read some of your favorite memories with him in the comments below. For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

Since I got into comics, Skipntosh has been beating the indie drum as loudly as he can. In this issue of Comics Are Dope, I give him an audience and allow him to state his best case for why indies should take over your comic book reading experience. For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

Free Comic Book Day holds a special place in my heart. After all, it was Free Comic Book Day that got me into comics as an adult, and eventually led me into talking about comics online as a passion project. I've seen a lot of cool things around this event over the years. Today, I'm sharing what I think makes Free Comic Book Day a magical experience. For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

It's no secret that I'm a huge fan of Milestone Media, its creators, and their characters. But I haven't really tried to put my fandom into words until now. In this episode, you'll hear why Milestone matters to me so much.Watch my interview with Denys Cowan: https://youtu.be/jf9em0aTIGkGrab the Milestone Compendium at http://bjkicks.link/milestoneAbout Milestone:Milestone Media is a company best known for creating Milestone Comics, which were published and distributed by DC Comics and the Static Shock animated series. It was founded in 1993 by a coalition of African-American artists and writers, consisting of Dwayne McDuffie, Denys Cowan, Michael Davis and Derek T. Dingle. The founders felt that minorities were severely underrepresented in American comics and wished to address this.Learn More on their official website, http://milestone.media For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

Today, Skip and I are joined by Justin Greenwood, co-creator of comics like Torrent, Compass, Stumptown and more! Listen as he tells us how he got into comics, how he goes about choosing comic projects, and his tips for success in the industry. JUSTIN GREENWOOD is an artist best known for his work on comic book series like TORRENT, AREA 510, STUMPTOWN, CRONE, THE LAST SIEGE, THE FUSE and the non-fiction graphic novel ALEXANDER HAMILTON: The Graphic History of an American Founding Father. Born and raised in the Bay Area, he attended the Academy of Art University in San Francisco, CA and graduated with a BFA in Traditional Illustration. As a freelance artist, he has worked with many companies including Image Comics, Oni Press, DC Comics, Dark Horse Comics, Ten Speed Press/Penguin Random House, Sideshow Collectibles, Amazon, RadicalMedia, ABC Studios and the Golden State Warriors. Greenwood is also one of the executive producers of the ABC television show STUMPTOWN, based on the Oni Press comic of the same name. Learn More about Justin at http://justingreenwoodart.comFor More Comic News & Reviews, check out our weekly newsletter at http://thisweekincomics.comJoin in the discussion around the clock by joining the Comics Are Dope Community on Facebook or Discord.Comics Are Dope (The Podcast) is brought to you by Organic Priced Books. Shop new Collected Editions with great packaging, fast shipping and excellent customer service at http://bjkicks.link/opb Watch Comics Are Dope on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredope For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

If we're going to spend hours each week telling you what comics to buy, we should probably take some time to establish what we think is good, and why.Listen as Skip and I talk about what satisfies us as comic readers, and what types of stories we're most likely to recommend.For More Comic News & Reviews, check out our weekly newsletter at http://thisweekincomics.comJoin in the discussion around the clock by joining the Comics Are Dope Community on Facebook or Discord.Comics Are Dope (The Podcast) is brought to you by Organic Priced Books. Shop new Collected Editions with great packaging, fast shipping and excellent customer service at http://bjkicks.link/opb Watch Comics Are Dope on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredope For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

Welcome to Comics Are Dope - The Podcast! I've wanted to branch out into podcasting for a while, but honestly wasn't sure if I could shoulder the load alone. Thanks to my bro Skipntosh, I don't have to. Join us for episode one, where we talk about our love from comics, and what you can expect from this show.For More Comic News & Reviews, check out our weekly newsletter at http://thisweekincomics.comJoin in the discussion around the clock by joining the Comics Are Dope Community on Facebook or Discord.Comics Are Dope (The Podcast) is brought to you by Organic Priced Books. Shop new Collected Editions with great packaging, fast shipping and excellent customer service at http://bjkicks.link/opb Watch Comics Are Dope on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredope For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord

When I started out on YouTube, I didn't quite expect my love for comics to really take over my life the way it has. But the things I love don't always play well on YouTube, so I'm starting this Podcast so I can talk about the things I love with people who care. For More from Comics Are Dope:Get This Week in Comics, our weekly e-mail newsletter: http://thisweekincomics.comSubscribe on YouTube: http://youtube.com/@comicsaredopeJoin our online Discussion Communities:Facebook - http://bjkicks.link/communityDiscord - http://bjkicks.link/discord