Nerdy Mewzings

Join James in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio as he chats with renowned comic book artist Khoi Pham! They dive headfirst into Khoi's journey in the comic industry, discuss his first comic book convention as an aspiring artist, and explore his experience breaking into Marvel, working on popular team books, and mentoring up-and-coming artists. From personal anecdotes to professional advice, this episode is jam packed with valuable insights for any aspiring comic creator! Make sure to follow Khoi over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/khoiphamart/

In this episode of the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast, James is joined by longtime Jiu-Jitsu student and friend, UFC veteran Jeff Hougland! They dive deep into their shared passion for comic books, reminiscing about their first memories of comics from childhood, their favorite characters, and the impact of superheroes on their lives. Jeff shares his journey into comic book collecting, including learning cleaning and pressing techniques, and even delves into grading comics through CGC. They also discuss the evolution of the comic book industry, their experiences with comic shops across the country, and their dreams of possibly owning a comic shop one day. Additionally, they touch upon the latest updates and rumors in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, making this episode a must-listen for fans of comics, comic book collecting, and superhero movies! Make sure to follow Jeff over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeffhougland

Join James inside the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio as he sits down with Ryan, aka The Colossus Collector! Ryan shares his journey into comic book collecting, his love for the X-Men, and his burgeoning collection of graded comics. They also discuss tips for collecting and selling, insights about the MCU, and the importance of community. Highlights include Ryan's favorite comics, his experiences with grading, reflections on his love of Colossus, and the X-Men universe in general. Make sure to go subscribe to Ryan's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@colossuscollector Give him a follow over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/colossuscollector

In this episode of the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast, James chats with comic art sensation Rob Willis! They discuss Rob's artistic journey, his early influences, and how he's navigated his career in comics. Rob shares insights on his unique style, the importance of fundamentals, and his process for creating art. They also talk about the impact of social media on artists, AI-generated art, and Rob's upcoming projects, including his book 'Dredge.' Tune in to learn more about Rob's experiences and future plans in the world of comics! Make sure to follow Rob over on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/whoisrobwillis/?hl=en Also check him out on X/Twitter here: https://x.com/williswho?lang=en and his Comic Art Fans profile here: https://www.comicartfans.com/gallerydetail.asp?gcat=177671

Join James and professional comic artist Sedat Oezgen in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio as they delve into the inspiring journey of becoming a successful comic book artist. Listen to personal stories of early artistic struggles, the influence of legends like Jim Lee, and the crucial perseverance required in the industry. Discover heartwarming encounters with industry icons, drawing immense inspiration from science fiction, and exciting upcoming projects like 'The Whisper War' with screenplay and comic writer Marc Guggenheim. This episode promises an engaging conversation about art, creativity, and the power of meeting your heroes! Make sure to connect with Sedat on Instagram to keep track of all his upcoming work: https://www.instagram.com/sedatoezgen/?hl=en

In this exciting episode of the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast, host James is joined by Corey from 'Ernest Goes to Comics' to discuss the upcoming crowdfunding project on Kickstarter launching September 17th. They dive into the origins and creative process behind the new Ernest graphic novel, 'Ernest and the Dreamstone,' which promises a blend of zany antics and heartfelt moments reminiscent of classic Ernest films. Corey shares his journey from screenplay to comic book adaptation and elaborates on the team's dedication to capturing the essence of Jim Varney's iconic character. Learn about the artwork, the passionate fanbase, and what to expect from this long-awaited return of Ernest. Don't miss out on exclusive insights and a sneak peek at the Kickstarter trailer! Make sure to visit https://www.ernestgoestocomics.com for all the latest updates and also give a follow over on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/ernestgoestocomics/

Join host James in this captivating episode of the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast, featuring Mr. Duck from Duck Bacon Graphics. Discover their chance encounter at the Washington Summer Con and delve into their mutual love for comic books and art. Mr. Duck discusses his artistic journey, from formal training and classic inspirations to the significant shift towards digital mediums. Learn about the evolving tools in the digital art world, the intriguing origin of the name 'Duck Bacon Graphics', and the balance between creativity and technology. This episode offers a thoughtful exploration of the intersection between traditional and digital artistry, touching on the impact of AI art and the enduring charm of human creativity. Tune in for an inspirational and in-depth look at the comic book art landscape! Make sure to show your support for Mr. Duck on the following platforms: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs76EnAnkupwo9lFLaGRLTg Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/duck_bacon_graphics/ X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/DuckBaconGraph Cara: https://cara.app/duckbacon

Join James from the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast as he chats with Emily of Learn Comics with Pancake on YouTube. They discuss Emily's late but passionate dive into the world of comics, her unique perspective as a former animator, and her journey of learning and teaching comic art. Discover Emily's favorite artists, her approach to breaking down artistic techniques, and the evolution of her own style. Plus, hear some insider stories about creating YouTube content and the future of comic art. Don't miss this engaging conversation between two comic enthusiasts! Please make sure to head over to her YouTube channel and subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@LearnComicsWithPancake Also, you can follow her on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/superresponsiblepancake/

Join James from the Nerdy Mewzings podcast as he interviews Chris Jones, a talented artist who garnered over 110,000 followers on Instagram. Discover Chris's journey from traditional art to digital, his inspirations, and the impact of social media on his art career. The two also delve into their mutual love for comics, anime, and the importance of staying true to one's passion in art. Whether you're an artist looking for tips or a fan of comic art, this episode is a must-listen! Make sure to head over and give Chris a follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisjonessuperartist/

In this episode of the Nerdy Mewzings podcast, host James interviews comic book artist Erica D'Urso. They discuss Erica's journey in the world of comic book art, her creative process, and how she overcomes artistic challenges. Erica shares insights about her career, including her work with Marvel and Image Comics, the inspiration behind her art, and her experiences working on 'Inferno Girl Red'. The conversation also touches upon the differences in the comic book industry between Italy and the US, and the evolving culture of comic book art. Tune in to hear more about Erica's artistic journey and her future projects. Make sure to give Erica a follow over on Instagram to keep up on her latest projects: https://www.instagram.com/erucchan/

In this enlightening episode of the Nerdy Mewzings podcast, host James sits down with Dan from Dan's X-Men Comics to discuss his extensive journey as an X-Men fan and collector. Starting from his 90s cartoon inspirations, Dan shares how his passion evolved into serious comic book collecting, highlighting the influence of both classic and modern artists. They explore the challenges of high-grade collecting, managing a collection, and navigating the comic market's fluctuations. Additionally, they emphasize the importance of respecting diverse art tastes and not demeaning others' preferences. Ideal for collectors and X-Men enthusiasts, this episode offers valuable insights and personal experiences from Dan. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and review the podcast on YouTube and your favorite audio platforms. Keep it nerdy! Make sure to show Dan some love over on his Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dansxmencomics/

This episode features friend of the podcast, a man of many talents, artist extraordinaire Tom Nguyen! We chatted about his love of bodybuilding, how he broke into the comic industry as a pro at the young age of 19, the underappreciated artform of inking, working for CBS' Big Brother, the creation of his martial art known as Nguyen-Do, and so much more! Make sure to check Tom's work out on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/tomnguyenstudio/?hl=en as well as his official website at https://tomnguyenstudio.com/

Here it is, we're already on episode 10, and this is a special one! This episode features Bryan Ballinger of Breadwig.com, who's talents know no bounds! Cartoonist, teacher, published children's book author, 3d modeler, sculptor, teacher, arm wrestler, and oh yea.... Microsoft's first artist! Every question I asked lead to another amazing revelation about his life and career. Hope you all enjoy our tenth episode half as much as I enjoyed chatting with Bryan! Make sure to checkout his work on the official website at https://www.breadwig.com/ and his Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/breadwigram/

This incredibly interesting episode features comic loving, programming wizard Chris, founder of Nerdcrawler.com, an online marketplace that facilitates artists and collectors alike, giving them a platform to sell and purchase original works of comic book artwork. We discussed Chris' time as an intern for Marvel Comics, his work at Comixology, being involved with two companies that were bought out by Amazon, the early seeds of what would become Nerdcrawler, and so many interesting asides! Please make sure to give Nerdcrawler a follow over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nerdcrawlerdotcom/ Take a look at the official Nerdcrawler website: https://www.nerdcrawler.com/

Coming to us in this episode, nearly a day into the future, all the way from Guam, Sonny Chargualaf AKA Heroesandheadkicks! We had a great time talking about our childhoods, an early love of martial arts and comics, the small comic art scene on Guam, our strong feelings about AI "art", his upcoming comic project, and so much more. Please make sure to give Sonny a follow over on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heroesandheadkicks/

As promised, here's part two of our very first two part episode, featuring identical twins Guy and Ian Dorian! Yes, you heard that right, my guests are INDENTICAL TWINS. In this part Ian goes over his journey breaking into comics and Guy shares a story of what has to be one of the most INCREDIBLE days ANY comic fan has ever experienced involving the names Kirby, Ditko, and much, much more! Guy and Ian Dorian are incredibly interesting, completely different in many ways, yet stunningly similar in others. They truly are two of the most interesting and multitalented individuals in the field of comics, and in my opinion HIGHLY underrated. Guy's links: Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guydoriansrart/ Website: https://www.guydorianart.com/Resume.html Etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GoodGuysComicsAndArt?ref=l2-about-shopname&from_page=listing Artstation: https://guydoriansrart.artstation.com/ Ian's links: Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iandorian/ Official Cara account: https://cara.app/thetruesilverwolf

This is a Nerdy Mewzings Podcast FIRST on multiple levels! It's our longest episode at nearly two hours, which in turns means it's our first two-parter. As if that wasn't cool enough, my guests are INDENTICAL TWINS, and this is the first time they've been together on the same podcast at the same time! Speaking of the guests, Guy and Ian Dorian are incredibly interesting, completely different in many ways, yet stunningly similar in others. They truly are two of the most interesting individuals in the field of comics, and in my opinion HIGHLY underrated, however their talents don't stop there. In the episode I let Guy and Ian have the floor, telling their unique stories of working in comics, their background in and love of martial arts, toys, concept art, film, etc. We also tackled the topic of ADHD and how many perceived disabilities can be channeled as a personal super power. As mentioned earlier, this is part one of a two part episode, so make sure to stay tuned as the second part will drop a few days after this one! Guy's links: Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/guydoriansrart/ Website: https://www.guydorianart.com/Resume.html Etsy store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/GoodGuysComicsAndArt?ref=l2-about-shopname&from_page=listing Artstation: https://guydoriansrart.artstation.com/ Ian's links: Official Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iandorian/ Official Cara account: https://cara.app/thetruesilverwolf

Wow, this episode was a DOOZY! My friend Ron Garney and I chatted about martial arts, working with Keanu Reeves, drawing comics, day drinking, philosophy, issues with social media, kid's borrowing money from their parents, and so much more! Make sure to checkout Ron's work on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rongarneyart/?hl=en

In this episode I had the pleasure of talking to rising superstar artist/writer Joshua Derstine! It was apparent very early in our conversation that Josh is wise beyond his years (he's only 19), and we had deep conversations about creativity, the struggles of an upcoming artist, his creator owned project Amarok, artistic process, mentorship, Star Wars, principles of martial arts and their application in art, along with a plethora of other topics. It was truly a pleasure and I look forward to chatting with Josh again in the near future! Go back Josh's creator owned project here: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/amarok#/ Make sure to give Josh a follow on his social media channels: https://www.instagram.com/joshua.derstine/ https://x.com/theartjedi?lang=en

This all new, utterly exciting episode, features none other than the infamous Dave of West Coast Davengers! I couldn’t be more honored to have this as our first comic style crossover episode with another awesome, comic obsessed, content creator. We discussed a range of topics including our love of Todd McFarlane, how Dave first got into comics, his amazing YouTube channel and podcast ventures, original artwork, comic buying/selling, and so, so much more! Please make sure to follow Dave on all your favorite social media platforms @westcoastdavengers and check out his YouTube content and podcast at https://www.youtube.com/@westcoastdavengers and https://www.youtube.com/@directeditionpodcast (https://linktr.ee/DirectEdition) respectively.

Inside this episode I had the immense pleasure of speaking to my friend, up and coming artist extraordinaire, Justin Mason! You most likely know him from his work at Marvel on Spider-Punk or Spider-Man 2099 Dark Genesis, however his covered a lot of ground in his relatively young career, including Rogues Gallery at Image Comics. We discussed the struggles of a young artist breaking in, what it was like to make it to the big leagues, secret projects, his love of the UFC, and more! Give Justin a follow on your favorite social media platform @justinmasonart and show him some love, he’s truly one of the hottest young talents in the industry, and he’s just getting started.

In this episode I got to hang out with my friend in England (via the power of the internet) Will Robson! For those not in the know, Will is an incredibly talented artist and writer working for Marvel, DC, and many others. Currently he’s pouring his heart and soul into his creator owned zombie anthology series Outbreaks. In fact, you have until Wednesday, May 15th to back the project on Kickstarter! Will and I discussed a range of topics including, but not limited to, his work for Todd McFarlane, the influence his film background has had on his comic work, his future Kickstarter campaign, and so much more. It was truly a pleasure, and I cannot wait to have him back on to discuss Mobster Mash prior to its launch! Make sure to follow Will on all your favorite social media platforms @robsonink and show him some love by supporting his future projects, or by simply following, liking, sharing, etc. every bit helps. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/speechcomics/outbreaks-1-3-an-ongoing-zombie-anthology-series

A brief mini-sode introducing the podcast, the nerd behind it, topics to be discussed, and featured comic professionals we have lined up as guests.