Comics Deserve Better

Episode 117: Home vol. 1 by Julio Anta, Anna Wieszczyk, Bryan Valenza, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Please join us for Richard's choice: Home vol. 1 by Julio Anta, Anna Wieszczyk, Bryan Valenza, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image).

** BIG ANNOUNCEMENT AT END OF EPISODE! **

DIY Corner:

Out of Style: a gorgeous, all-new winchestermegg artbook!

http://kck.st/3NZSPa9

Spotlights

Brian: Cat Fight #1 by Andrew Wheeler, Ilias Kyriazis, Aguste, Dennis Yatras, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (IDW)

Richard: The Return of Chilling Adventures in Sorcery by Eliot Rahal, Vincenzo Federici, Sina Grace, Corin Howel, Casey Gilly, Liana Kangas, Craig Boldman, Pat & Tim Kennedy, Bob Smith and Jack Morelli (Archie)

(Episode Art by: Lisa Sterle and Stelladia)

Episode 116: The Tea Dragon Society by K. O’Neill with lettering by Saida Temofonte

Thu, 29 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Ready for some wonderful storytelling and all-around cuteness? Join us for Carrie's choice: The Tea Dragon Society by K. O’Neill with lettering by Saida Temofonte (Oni Press). Also in this episode, excellent discussions about other comics and delicious food!

DIY Corner: Drumsticks of Doom #1-4 by Dan Dougherty and John Westhoff

http://kck.st/3CFnSlt

Spotlights Mentioned:

Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam by Thien Pham (First Second)

Cat’s Cradle: The Mole King’s Lair by Jo Rioux (First Second)

w0rldtr33 #1 by James Tynion IV, Fernando Blanco, Jordie Bellaire and Aditya Bidikar (Image)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast where three friends discuss things that make them happy (comics and food and animals) and things they do not like (violence and mean people). Give them a listen!

(Episode art by K.O'Neill)

Episode 115: Friend of the Devil: A Reckless Book by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We have discovered that it is a Brubaker/Phillips/Phillips world, and we are just lucky enough to live in it.

Join us for this episode as we discuss Brian's choice: Friend of the Devil: A Reckless Book by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips.

Other books discussed:

Klik Klik Boom #1 by Doug Wagner, Doug Dabbs, Matt Wilson, Ed Dukeshire, and Erika Schnatz (Image)

The Faint of Heart by Kerilynn Wilson (GreenWillow Books)

Lovesick #1 by Luana Vecchio (Image)

DIY Corner:

Mr. Lovenstein Presents: Feelings by J.L. Westover

http://kck.st/3NkRqtk

Thanks for listening! We heart you!

(Episode Art by Sean Phillips)

Episode 114: Bone vol. 2: The Great Cow Race by Jeff Smith

Sat, 17 Jun 2023 02:22:48 +0000

Take a bite out of this week's episode (and Richard's choice!): Bone vol. 2: The Great Cow Race by Jeff Smith. It's a cute romp through a fun land where all sorts of beings can race, work, and fall in love!

(PS...Carrie is very sorry that she was sleepy this episode!)

Check out this week's DIY Corner:

Stardust the Super Wizard, Hardcover Anthology

https://zoop.gg/c/stardust

And this week's Spotlight Picks!:

Elle(s) vol. 3: Elle Together by Kid Toussaint and Aveline Stockart, Translation by Montana Kane (Europe)

The Color of Always: an LGBTQIA+ Love Anthology edited by Brent Fisher and Michele Abounader (A Wave Blue World)

Kroma #1 by Lorenzo De Felici and Rus Wooton (Image)

(Episode Art by Jeff Smith)

Episode 113: ¡Ay Mija!: My Bilingual Summer in Mexico by Christine Suggs

Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Another episode, another tangent by Carrie.

Enjoy all the goofy goodness that we bring you this episode, while we discuss MY CHOICE: ¡Ay Mija!: My Bilingual Summer in Mexico by Christine Suggs, a beautifully written autobiographical piece about identity and belonging.

DIY Corner:

Mary Shelley's School for Monsters Horror Graphic Novel by Anna Wieszczyk, Joel Rodriguez, and Jessica Maison

http://kck.st/3WHpkN3

Our Spotlight Recs:

Daughters of Snow and Cinders by Nuria Tamarit, translated by Jenna Allen (Fantagraphics); Glister and the Haunted Teapot by Andi Watson (Catnap Press); Local Man #1 by Tim Seely, Tony Fleecs, Brad Simpson and Felipe Sobreiro (Image)

(Art by Christine Suggs)

Episode 112: Reckless by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

What an episode! Please join in our delight, as we discuss Brian's choice: Reckless by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips (Image).

Other wonderful books talked about: Hungry Ghost by Victoria Ying and Lynette Wong (First Second); Devil on her Shoulder: Complete Edition by Sandra Cardona, and Cédric Mayen (Europe); Bowser + Luigi are in Love by Ariel Ries (Shortbox); Torrent #1 by Marc Guggenheim, Justin Greenwood, Rico Renzi and Keith Wood (Image).

The project featured in DIY Corner:

Just Another Swamp Song by Danny Djeljosevic & CJ Camba

https://zoop.gg/c/justanotherswampsong

(Art by Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips)

Episode 111: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, Tom Waltz, Esau Escorza, Isaac Escorza, et al., and Interview with Jason Douglas (Jane American).

Thu, 25 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Hi all!

This week's episode is HUGE.

We are delighted to share our interview with Ringo Award nominee Jason Douglas (Parallel) about his new book, Jane American. We talk inclusivity, family, and what makes our comic worlds go 'round, as well as Jason's projects.

Also in this episode, we tackle Richard's choice: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, Tom Waltz, Esau Escorza, Isaac Escorza, Ben Bishop, Luis Antonio Delgado, Shawn Lee, Samuel Plata, and Ronda Pattison. Carrie (me) cries a bunch during the ep! It's quality podcasting!

Jane American Kickstarter:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/724960070/jane-american

(Art Credits: Esau Escorza, Isaac Escorza, and Luis Antonio Delgado)

Episode 110: Count Crowley: Reluctant Midnight Monster Hunter by David Dastmalchian, Lukas Ketner, Lauren Affe and Frank Cvetkovic

Thu, 20 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

What an episode!

Laughter! Dismay! Tears from Carrie!

Join the CDB podsters for their last episode of the season, where they talk about DSTLRY, lots of fun comics (and an appearance by a book!), and the wonderful book that was Carrie's choice: Count Crowley: Reluctant Midnight Monster Hunter by David Dastmalchian, Lukas Ketner, Lauren Affe and Frank Cvetkovic.

Other great comics mentioned: Danger and Other Unknown Risks by Ryan North and Erica Henderson (Penguin Workshop); The Great British Bump Off #1 by John Allison, Max Sarin, Sammy Borras, and Jim Campbell (Dark Horse); Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Usagi Yojimbo: Wherewhen #1 by Stan Sakai and Hi-Fi Design (IDW); No/One #1 & 2 by Kyle Higgins, Brian Buccellato, Geraldo Borges, Mark Englert and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image)

And one book (thanks for the rec, Carrie!): Paperbacks from Hell by Grady Hendrix (Quirk Books)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast where Brian, Richard and Carrie discuss comics, their lives, and if you listen closely, you can hear Carrie talk to her dog.

(episode art by Lukas Ketner)

Episode 109: Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe and Phoebe Kobabe

Thu, 13 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Join us for a wonderful episode about a book that should be mandatory reading. That's it. That's the tweet.

DIY Corner:

Cristabel vol 1 by Erica Schultz, Amagoia Agirre, and Cardinal Rae

http://kck.st/40M0Fbj

Our Faceless Fears #1-3: A Victorian-Era Ghost Story by CM Anderson

http://kck.st/3zN0l0k

Spotlights:

Indigo Children #1 by Curt Pires, Rockwell White, Alex Diotto, Dee Cunniffe, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image)

Art Brut #1 by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Marazzo and Mat Lopes (Image)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly comic book podcast. We read good sh*t. And have fun.

(Episode Art by Maia Kobabe and Phoebe Kobabe)

Episode 108: Deadly Class vol 1: Regan Youth by Rick Remender, Wes Craig, Lee Loughridge and Rus Wooton

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

We hope you enjoyed last week's foray into the BIG 2, but now we are back where we belong...

Join us this week while we discuss Richard's choice: Deadly Class vol 1: Regan Youth by Rick Remender, Wes Craig, Lee Loughridge and Rus Wooton . Get ready for this thrill-ride through things that make Carrie very uncomfortable!

And don't forget Brian's epic 3 minute run through DIY Corner:

A Flag to Fly #1 - Fantasy Adventure https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aflag2fly/a-flag-to-fly-1?ref=cszi3d

Won’t Back Down Anthology by Trina Robbins and 30+ other storytellers

https://zoop.gg/c/wontbackdown

Bunkbed Mishaps by Mark Russell https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1503204291/bunkbed-mishaps

In addition to these gems of books we also discussed:

Bea Wolf by Zach Weinersmith and Boulet (First Second)

Flawed #1 by Chuck Brown, Prenzy and Becca Carey (Image)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast where we talk about comics, ex-president's indictments, and why Carrie is bothered by stuff. Sometimes you can ever here Jonny growl at his mom in the background of a show.

(Episode Art by Wes Craig)

Episode 107: DC: The New Frontier by Darwyn Cooke

Sat, 01 Apr 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Join us for a special edition of Comics Deserve Better, where we highlight the phenomenal book DC: The New Frontier by Darwyn Cooke.

We laughed, we cried, we were happy some jerks from Marvel got fired.

Other Big 2 books mentioned:

Stargirl: The Lost Children #1-5 by Geoff Johns, Todd Nuack, Matt Herms, and Rob Leigh (DC)

Uncanny X-Men #327 by Scott Lobdell, Roger Cruz, Tim Townsend & Al Milgrom (Marvel)

Comics Deserve Better is usually a podcast about independent comics, but this week, the Terrible Trio decided to do something different. Find us on IG: @cdbpod

(Episode Art by the late, great Darwyn Cooke)

Episode 106: Strangers in Paradise by Terry Moore

Thu, 23 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Oh, it's time to take a trip into the Carrie Vault!

Listen to Brian, Richard, and Carrie discuss Carrie's choice: Strangers in Paradise by Terry Moore. It's an episode FULL OF SPOILERS OFF THE JUMP, so be prepared. But also, it's a glorious comic and we want you to read it (or re-read it again)!

DIY Corner:

PINOCCHIO. Art by Mike Mignola. Madness by Lemony Snicket.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/beehivebooks/pinocchio-an-illuminated-edition-by-mike-mignola ?ref=discovery&term=Pinocchio

Comics Mentioned:

Frida Kahlo: Her Life, Her Work, Her Home by Francisco De La Mora (SelfMadeHero)

Black Cloak 1 by Kelly Thompson, Meredith Mcclaren and Becca Carey (Image)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast that delves in to comics, the internet, why dogs are awesome, and embarrassing stories from our past. Hit us up on IG: @cdbpod

(Episode Art by the man himself, Terry Moore)

EPISODE 105: Ashes by Álvaro Ortiz, Adaptation by Leigh Walton, Translation by Eva Ibarzabal, Lettering by Krystal Beisick

Thu, 16 Mar 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Join Brian, Richard, and Carrie while they discuss Brian's choice: Ashes by Álvaro Ortiz, Adaptation by Leigh Walton, Translation by Eva Ibarzabal, Lettering by Krystal Beisick. It's lovely and surreal and sad and heartwarming, and will make you want a monkey of your own!

Other *otherings* mentioned this episode:

IMPOSSIBLE JONES & AMERICAN A.N.G.E.L.

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1227066666/impossible-jones-and-american-angel?ref=discovery_category

(DIY ME)

The Moth Keeper by K. O’Neill (RH Graphic) and Kaya #1 by Wes Craig with Jason Wordie and Andworld Design (Image)

(Cool Indie Book Shit)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly comic book podcast where Carrie incessantly talks about weird shit. Brian and Richard just put up with her. Find them on IG: @cdbpod

Episode 104: Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of Comics by Tom Scioli

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 06:56:59 +0000

** Disclaimer: The editing was done by Carrie. Please don't think poorly of her **

Welcome back to another week of shenanigans with your favorite comic-book dwellers (Brian, Richard, and Carrie), while they talk about Richard's choice: Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of Comics by Tom Scioli.

Other books discussed this episode are:

Carmilla: The First Vampire by Amy Chu, Soo Lee and Sal Cipriano (Dark Horse/Berger Books)

Phantom Road #1 by Jeff Lemire, Gabriel H. Walta, Jordie Bellaire, and Steve Wands (Image)

Monarch #1 by Rodney Barnes, Alex Lins and Luis NCT (Image)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by a few nerds who love to talk to each other -and you- about what they are reading right now. Check out their social media account on IG: @cdbpod

(Episode art by Tom Scioli)

Episode 103: Black Hole by Charles Burns

Thu, 02 Mar 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Buckle up, buttercups! It's time to join Brian, Richard, and Carrie to discuss Carrie's choice: Black Hole by Charles Burns. However, content warning: it's sex, drugs, and death, so it may not be for everyone!

DIY Corner:

Nine Lives by Steve Horton and Chris Peterson

https://zoop.gg/c/ninelives

Other Books Discussed:

Shubeik Lubeik by Deena Mohammad (Pantheon Graphic Library)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast where three adult nerds nerd out for a couple of hours about things you should read. Check out their site @cdbpod on all the socials.

Episode 102: The Chuckling Whatsit by Richard Sala

Thu, 23 Feb 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Join these nerdy compadres (Brian, Richard, and Carrie) as they discuss The Chuckling Whatsit by Richard Sala.

Other books discussed this episode:

Rockstar and Softboy Go to Space by Sina Grace and Rus Wooton (Image)

DIY Corner:

Octopus: A Memoir of Flailing by Richard Fairgray

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/blastosaurus/octopus-1?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=Flail

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast, hosted by three amazing elder millenials, who want you to read comics. Follow their IG @cdbpod to get all the indie book chisme.

(Art by Richard Sala. Musica by @bensoundz)

EPISODE 101: The Private Eye vol. 2 by Brian K. Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente

Thu, 16 Feb 2023 20:56:48 +0000

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Private Eye vol. 2 by Brian K. Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente

Kickstarter mentioned this episode:

A Thing Called Truth vol. 2 Drive Home by Iolanda Zanfardino and Elisa Romboli

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/178543812/a-thing-called-truth-vol-2-drive-home?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=A%20Thing%20Called%20Truth%20

Other books mentioned by Brian and Richard:

The Secret History of Black Punk: Record Zero by Raeghan Buchanan (Silver Sprocket)

Where Monsters Lie #1 by Kyle Starks, Piotr Kowalski, Vladimir Popov and Joshua Reed (Dark Horse)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast that you should listen to. We are funny and weird and we have a good time. Check us out on social media and stuff: @cdbpod

Art Used by Marcos Martin

Intro Music by @bensound

Episode 100: The Department of Truth by James Tynion IV, Martin Simmonds, Aditya Bidikar, and Dylan Todd

Fri, 13 Jan 2023 08:27:32 +0000

Whoa whoa WHOA.

We finally made it!

Episode 100 is here and it is a ROLLERCOASTER :)

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Department of Truth by James Tynion IV, Martin Simmonds, Aditya Bidikar, and Dylan Todd (Image) as well as favorite conspiracy theories, death, and of course, indie comics. We also each do our own top five lists and in result, talk about a lot of great comics. Also someone likes ska, and that person is Braan Stuffer.

Plus we got a new logo which was made by the wonderful Winston Gambro!!

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by Brian, Carrie, and Richard which covers the world of Independent Comics. For a list of episodes, socials and emails, and to request a topic for a future episode please visit comicsdeservebetter.wordpress.com.

(Episode Art by Martin Simmonds and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 99: Garlic and the Witch by Bree Paulsen

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 01:46:15 +0000

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Garlic and the Witch (Quill Tree Books) as well as resolutions, real estate, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Life of Melody by Mari Costa (Seven Seas)

Old Dog #1 by Declan Shalvey, Clayton Clowes & Heather Antos (Image)

(Episode Art by Bree Paulsen and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 98: Interview with Jason Douglas, Author of "Parallel"

Fri, 30 Dec 2022 04:05:00 +0000

FEEL THE MERRY, Ya Filthy Animals! It's a Christmas Break Treat!

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie while they interview Jason Douglas about his book: Parallel (Source Point Press), with art by Adam Ferris and Josh Sobek. This special edition is a limited-run trade paperback, featuring cover art by Lyx Lyon! A beautiful book, not to be missed!

We also discuss illness, favorite Christmas songs, relationships, and what makes us happy.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Elle(s) Vol. 2: The Elle-verse by Kid Toussaint and Aveline Stokart. Translation by Montana Kane (Europe Comics)

The Least We Can Do #2 by Elisa Romboli and Iolanda Zanfardino (Image)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by Brian, Carrie, Darci and Richard which covers the world of Independent Comics. For a list of episodes, socials and emails, and to request a topic for a future episode please visit comicsdeservebetter.wordpress.com.

(Episode Art by Lyx Lyon and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 97: Squire by Sara Alfageeh and Nadia Shammas

Thu, 22 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hey Everyone!

Merry Whatever-You-Celebrate!

Join Brian, Richard, and Carrie as they discuss Brian's choice: Squire by Sara Alfageeh and Nadia Shammas (Quill Tree Books). This is an extra giddy episode, so enjoy the triumphant trio as they discuss holiday movies, being true to oneself, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Friday #6 by Ed Brubaker, Marcos Martin and Muntsa Vicente (Panel Syndicate) and Dark Ride #1 by Joshua Williamson, Andrei Bressan, Adriano Lucas and Pat Brosseau (Image/Skybound)

DIY Corner: Darkest Rout Book One https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/antwonebarnes/darkest-rout-graphic-novel?ref=ksrtwitter_read

(Episode art by Sara Alfageeh and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 96: The Private Eye vol 1 by Brian K Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente

Thu, 15 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Private Eye vol 1 by Brian K Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente (Image/Panel Syndicate) as well as The Hobbit, dogs, and of course, indie comics!

Other books discussed in the episode:

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate B&W Collection vol. 1-6 by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, and Various (IDW)

Voyagis #1 by Sumeyye Kesgin (Image)

** For more information on other amazing books, check out www.panelsyndicate.com **

Carrie’s Non-Profit for the week is: www.dogswithoutborders.org

(Episode Art by Marcos Martin and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 95: Orcs! by Christine Larsen

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Orcs! By Christine Larsen (BOOM) as well as other comic news and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by John Reppion and Mark Penman (Peman & Reppion) https://www.moorereppion.com/greenknight/

Hell to Pay #1 by Charles Soule, Will Sliney, Rachelle Rosenberg and Chris Crank (Image)

DIY Corner:

The Whistling Skull https://zoop.gg/c/whistlingskull

Carrie’s Non-Profit for the week is: Transanta https://instagram.com/transanta?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

(Episode Art by Christine Larsen and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 94: Newburn vol. 1 by Chip Zdarsky and Jacob Phillips

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Newburn by Chip Zdarsky and Jacob Phillips (IMAGE) as well as the World Cup, food, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Kroma #1 by Lorenzo De Felici, Rus Wooton, Andres Juarez, Sean Mackiewicz, and Jillian Crab (Image)

Hitomi #1-2 by HS Tak, Isabella Mazzanti, Nicoletta Bea, Valentina Napolitano and Rob Jones (Image)

DIY Corner: Objects in the Mirror https://zoop.gg/c/objectsinthemirror

News: https://www.cbr.com/peter-david-hulk-young-justice-writer-gofundme-launch-medical-bills/

(Episode Art by Jacob Phillips and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 93: God Country by Donny Cates, Geoff Shaw, Jason Wordie, John J Hill, and Gerardo Zaffino

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: God Country by Donny Cates, Geoff Shaw, Jason Wordie, John J Hill and Gerardo Zaffino (Image) as well as book fairs, billionaires, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

It’s Lonely at the Centre of the Earth by Zoe Thorogood (Image)

Chilling Adventures of Salem #1 by Cullen Bunn, Dan Schoening, Ben Galvan, Matt Herms and Jack Morelli (Archie)

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by Brian, Richard, and Carrie which covers the world of Independent Comics. For a list of episodes, socials and emails, and to request a topic for a future episode please visit comicsdeservebetter.wordpress.com.

(Episode Art by Geoff Shaw and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 92: Capote in Kansas by Ande Parks and Chris Samnee

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie, and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Capote in Kansas by Ande Parks and Chris Samnee (Oni Press) as well as the holiday season, classic literature, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Banned Book Club by Kim Hyun Sook, Ryan Estrada, and Ko-Hyung-Ju (Iron Circus)

Chicken Devils 1 by Brian Buccellato, Mattie Monaco and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Aftershock)

DIY Corner:

Room Service a short film and comic by James Tynion IV, Elsa Charretier and PK Colinet https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/elsacharretier/room-service-a-live-action-horror-film-by-3-comic-creators?ref=discovery_category

(Episode Art by Chris Samnee and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 91: Something is Killing the Children vol. 1 by James Tynion IV, Werther Dell’edera, Miquel Muerto, and AndWorld Design

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The Boys (and a Girl) are back in town! Halloween may be over, but it is still spooky szn with The CDB crew!

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Something is Killing the Children vol. 1 by James Tynion IV, Werther Dell’edera, Miquel Muerto, and AndWorld Design (BOOM) as well as bathroom etiquette, childhood trauma, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Night at the Belfry by Xavier Saxon, Edited by Alison O’Toole, Designed by Cindy Leong (Comixology);

Damn Them All #1 by Simon Spurrier, Charlie Adlard, Sofie Dodgson, Shayne Hannah Cui, and Jim Campbell (BOOM)

Garlic and The Witch by Bree Paulsen (Quill Tree Books)

Halloween Party by Gerry Duggan, Brian Posehn and Scott Koblish (Image)

DIY Corner:

Death Fight Forever by Andrew MacLean and Alexis Ziritt https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1345098154/death-fight-forever?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=Death%20fight%20forever

Timing/Luck by Gerry Duggan https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gerryduggan/timing-luck-by-gerry-duggan

(Episode Art by Werther Dell’edera and Giovanna Niro, with Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 90: Ice Cream Man vol 1 Rainbow Sprinkles by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Morazzo, Chris O’Halloran, Good Old Neon, and Shanna Matuszak

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Spooky Season is already here at the CDB Pod with Richard's pick: Ice Cream Man vol 1 Rainbow Sprinkles by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Morazzo, Chris O’Halloran, Good Old Neon, and Shanna Matuszak (Image). The crew talks about Neapolitan, spiders, drugs, and whether or not they want ice cream after reading this book,. They also choose their favorite book of the season and Carrie surprises us all with her pick.

Other books discussed:

Hellboy vol. 1-12 and Hellboy in Hell vol. 1-2 by Mike Mignola and Dave Stewart with John Byrne, Richard Corben, P. Craig Russell, Duncan Fegredo, Joshua Dysart, Jason Shawn Alexander, Kevin Nowlan, and Scott Hampton (Dark Horse)

Briar #1 by Christopher Cantwell, Germán Garcia and Matheus Lopes (BOOM)

(Episode Art by Martin Morazzo and Chris O'Halloran and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 89: Garlic & the Vampire by Bree Paulsen

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Long week? Need a respite from the 24 hour news cycle? Listen to 50 minutes of pure podcast entertainment! We may be sleepy, but we deliver!

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Garlic and the Vampire (Harper Collins/Quill Tree Books) as well as how cute veggies can be in indie comics!

Other books discussed in the episode:

DIY Corner:

Wasted Space The Cosmic Collection by Michael Moreci, Hayden Sherman, Jason Wordie, Jim Campbell, and Tim Daniel (Vault) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/vault-comics/wasted-space- deluxe-omnibus?ref=discovery

Spotlights

Above Snakes #3 by Sean Lewis, Hayden Sherman, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image);

The Bone Orchard Mythos: Ten Thousand Black Feathers #1 by Jeff Lemire, Andrea Sorrentino, and Dave Stewart (Image);

Star Trek: Lower Decks #1 by Ryan North, Chris Fenoglio, and Johanna Nattalie (IDW);

Verse Book 2: The Second Gate by Sam Beck (Vault/Wonderbound)

Stuff of Nightmares #1 by R.L. Stine, A.L. Kaplan and Roman Titov (Boom)

(Episode Art by Bree Paulsen and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 88: Maggie the Mechanic: The Love & Rockets Library - Locas Book 1 by Jaime Hernandez (with Andrew Levins)

Thu, 15 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Hang out with Brian, Richard, Carrie and SPECIAL GUEST ANDREW LEVINS (Hey Fam/All the Small Games/Tik Toker Extraordinaire) and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Maggie the Mechanic: The Love & Rockets Library - Locas Book 1 by Jaime Hernandez (Fantographics) as well as the new Nintendo Direct, and of course, indie comics.

DIY Corner:

Oh the Things You Won’t Know and The Phantom of Eternia https://crowdfundr.com/924Jg9?ref=tw_4Bhgwc_ab_A1Ajk1fmwDTA1Ajk1fmwDT

Ad Break by Jon Valenzuela https://twitter.com/16Tacos

Other books discussed in the episode:

Dandadan by Yukinobu Tatsu (Shonen Jump)

The Boogyman #1 by Mathieu Salvia, Djet, and Nathan Kempf (Ablaze)

Tentacle Kitty: Tales Around the Teacup by John Merritt, Raena Merritt and Jean-Claudio Vinci (Dark Horse)

The Least We Can Do #1 by Elisa Romboli and Iolanda Zanfardino (Image)

Carrie’s Non-Profit for the week is: http://heapsdecent.com/

(Episode Art by Jaime Hernandez and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 87: Stray Dogs by Tony Fleecs, Trish Forstner, Brad Simpson, Tone Rodriguez, Lauren Perry, Lauren Herda, and Gabriela Downie (IMAGE)

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000

CW: This episode you will hear descriptions of violence towards women and violence towards animals. And you will hear Carrie cry. A. Lot.

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: Stray Dogs by Tony Fleecs, Trish Forstner, Brad Simpson, Tone Rodriguez, Lauren Perry, Lauren Herda, and Gabriela Downie (IMAGE) as well as substances to keep you awake, Brian and Carrie's dog, and of course, indie comics.

DIY Corner:

The After-Realm #5 by Michael Avon Oeming https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/theafterrealm2/the-after-realm-5?ref=discovery_category

Spotlights:

Wynd: The Throne in the Sky #1 by James Tynion IV, Michael Dialynas, and AndWorld Design (BOOM)

The Lonesome Hunters #3 by Tyler Crook (Dark Horse)

End After End #1 by David Andry, Tim Daniel, Sunando C, Kurt Michael Russell, and Jim Campbell (Vault);

Minor Threats #1 by Patton Oswalt, Jordan Blum, Scott Hepburn, Ian Herring, and Nate Piekos (Dark Horse)

Non-Profits Mentioned in the Show:

LA Love and Leashes: www.laloveandleashes.com

Edgar's Mission: https://edgarsmission.org.au

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by Brian, Richard, and Carrie, which covers the world of Independent Comics. For a list of episodes, socials and emails, and to request a topic for a future episode please visit comicsdeservebetter.wordpress.com.

(Episode Art by Trish Forstner and Tony Fleecs and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 86: Dead Dog’s Bite by Tyler Boss

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Carrie finally chose a book that wasn't cutesy or fun! Carrie is a serious Comic Book Reader now!

Hang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie, and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Dead Dog's Bite by Tyler Boss (Dark Horse) as well as ketchup, Marvel???, and of course, indie comics!

Other books discussed in the episode:

Dragon Slayer: vol. 1-3 by Devin Kraft, Matt Johnson, Brooks Johnson, Matthew Warlick, Jake Ekiss, Vinh-Luan Luu, Ruby Boiko, and Krystal Bruce (Cheshire Cat Comics);

Silence: Tracks One - Three by Devin Kraft (Cheshire Cat Comics)

Black Panther Wakanda Forever: The Courage to Dream by Frederick Joseph and Nikkolas Smith (Marvel)

The Secret History of the War on Weed by Gerry Dugan, Brian Posehn, Scott Koblish, Hi-Fiband Clayton Cowles (Image)

Carrie’s Non-Profit for the week is: www.savethechildren.org/Pakistan

(Episode Art by Tyler Boss and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 85: The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere. by James Spooner

Thu, 25 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Carrie was MIA at work, so when the cat's away, the mice will have BOYZ NITE! (TM)

Hang out with Brian and Richard and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere. by James Spooner (HarperCollins) as well as racism, punk and ska music, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

We Ride Titans #5 by Tres Dean, Sebastian Píriz, Dee Cuniffe and Jim Campbell (Vault); Barbaric vol. 2 #1 by Michael Moreci, Nathan Gooden, Addison Duke, and Jim Campbell (Vault)

and

20th Century Men #1 by Deniz Camp, S. Morian and Aditya Bidikar (Image)

DIY Corner:

Everything is Different Now https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/emocomicwriter/everything-is-different-now?ref=ksrtwitter_read

(Episode Art by James Spooner and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 84: Interview with Devin Kraft (Neverender, Silence, Dragon Slayer)

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Hi All!

It's Brian here. I am back again writing the description to the episodes. I am not as good as Carrie, but please don't take that as a lack of quality of this episode. Richard and I had an amazing conversation with comics creator Devin Kraft where we talk, comics, space, anime, movies and more. It's a fun eclectic time that I hope you all enjoy as much as we had recording it.

Other comics covered this episode:

The Deadliest Bouquet #1 by Erica Schultz, Carola Borelli, and Gab Contreras (Image); Love Everlasting #1 by Tom King, Elsa Charretier, Matt Hollingsworth, and Tom Muller (Image); Samurai Doggy #1 by Chris Tex and Santos (AfterShock); and Blink #1 by Christopher Sebela, Hayden Sherman, Nick Filardi, and Frank Cvetkovic (Oni Press)

DIY Corner:

Tilt: Six Tales (Quindrie Press) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/quindriepress/tilt-six-tales

Assassin G (aka Gan the 19th Sister) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/theadept2/assassin-g-aka-gan-the-19th-sister-by-jen-troy-and-he-tao?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=Assassin%20G

(Episode Art by Devin Kraft and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 83: Not All Robots vol 1 by Mark Russell, Mike Deodato Jr, Lee Loughridge, and Steve Wands

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: Not All Robots vol 1 by Mark Russell, Mike Deodato Jr, Lee Loughridge, and Steve Wands (AWA Upshot) as well as podcast recommendations from Carrie (!), the end of the world, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Golden Rage #1 by Chrissy Williams, Lauren Knight, Sofie Dodgson, Shayne Hannah Cui, Becca Carey, and Joamette Gil (Image); Elle(s) #1 by Kid Toussaint and Aveline Stockart (Ablaze), Last Comic Book on the Left by Henry Zebrowski, Marcus Parks, Ben Kissel, Ryan Cady, Eliot Rahal and Rick Veitch (Z2), and MiND MGMT: Bootleg #1 by Matt Kindt and Farel Dalrymple (Dark Horse).

(Episode Art by Mike Deodato Jr. and Lee Loughridge; Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 82: Ghostly Things, Vol. 1 by Ushio Shirotori

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Join Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Ghostly Things, Vol. 1 by Ushio Shirotori (Seven Seas), as well as other really awesome indie comics!

Other books discussed in the episode:

Sins of the Black Flamingo #1-2 by Andrew Wheeler, Travis Moore, Tamra Bonvillain, and Aditya Bidikar (Image)

Do a Powerbomb #1-2 by Daniel Warren Johnson, Mike Spicer and Rus Wooton (Image)

Public Domain #2 by Chip Zdarsky (Image)

DIY CORNER:

Beowulf #1-4 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/mrgrantastic/beowulf-1-4-adventure-that-spans-centuries

Cuckoo by Joe Sparrow (ShortBox) https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/shortbox/cuckoo-by-joe-sparrow?ref=ksr_email_user_new_project_from_creator_youve_backed

Alexander, The Servant, & The Water of Life: Book 1 by Reimena Yee https://hivemill.com/products/alexander-and-the-water-of-life-book-1

(Episode Art by Ushio Shirotori and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 81: Prince of Cats by Ronald Wimberly, Jared K Fletcher, and Jorden Haley

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Come down to the Malt Shop and hang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie! Listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Prince of Cats by Ronald Wimberly, Jared K Fletcher, and Jorden Haley (Image) as well as the comment section of Pornhub, the benevolence of humanity, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Talk to my Back by Yamada Murasaki - Translated by Ryan Holmberg (Drawn & Quarterly)

Disney’s Stitch: Stitch & the Samurai vol 1 by Hiroto Wada (TokyoPop)

Public Domain #1 by Chip Zdarsky (Image)

DIY Corner: Fast Times by Shelly Bond https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sxbond/fast-times

Carrie’s Non-Profit for the week is: www.instagram.com/muttscouts and

www.instagram.com/dogswithoutborders

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by Brian, Carrie and Richard which covers the world of Independent Comics. For a list of episodes, socials and emails, and to request a topic for a future episode please visit comicsdeservebetter.wordpress.com.

(Episode Art by Ronald Wemberly and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

BONUS: Paper Girls Recap Part 3 (Issues 21-30)

Thu, 14 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000

It's the end of our recap! Join Richard and Brian for issues 21 through 30 aka volumes 5 and 6 (aka issues 41-60 to Brian) of Papergirls! Now your ready for the Amazon Prime show! Enjoy!

BONUS: Paper Girls Recap Part 2 (Issues 11-20)

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 12:00:00 +0000

It's time for Bonus 2 where we get into issues 11-20 (Volumes 3 and 4) of Paper Girls. Or as Brian calls it, the Empire Strikes Back of the series. We talk about time travel, goth future selves and revenge among other things. Hope you all enjoy!

BONUS: Paper Girls Recap Part 1 (Issues 1-10)

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Hi All!

In anticipation of the Paper Girls tv show premiering at the end of July on Amazon Prime, Brian and Richard decided that a recap of the source material was a must. Join us as we go through volumes 1 and 2 aka issues 1-10 on a crazy journey delivering papers.

Episode 80: Getting it Together by Sina Grace, Omar Spahi, Jenny D Fine, Mx. Struble and Sean Konot

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0000

It’s our season finale! Party time! What’s a party without music and a little drama, so Richard suggested Getting it Together by Sina Grace, Omar Spahi, Jenny D Fine, Mx. Struble and Sean Konot (Image) for our reading pleasure. We have a good conversation about this plus many other things including normalizing mensuration and our misspent Twenties. Hope you all enjoy.

Other books discussed on the episode. The Bone Orchard Mythos: The Passageway by Jeff Lemire, Andrea Sorrentino, David Stewart, and Steve Wands (Image); Filth & Grammar: The Comic Book Editor’s (Secret) Handbook by Shelly Bond, Imogen Mangle, Laura Hole, and Sofia Dodgson (Off Register Press); Pipette and Dudley Charming Dog Adventures by Charlotte Mei (Shortbox); and One Piece Chapter 1053: New Emperors by Eiichiro Oda (Shonen Jump).

(Episode Art by Jenny D Fine and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 79: Bitter Root vol. 3 Legacy by David F. Walker, Chuck Brown, Sanford Greene, Sofie Dodgson and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0000

You all thought it was a fun and fancy free BOYZ NITE (TM), but you will be wrong. Very. Wrong.

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Bitter Root vol. 3 Legacy by David F. Walker, Chuck Brown, Sanford Greene, Sofie Dodgson and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image) and can you tell us if you can hear the ghost voice? She makes an appearance and has completely petrified Carrie.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Friday #1-5 by Ed Brubaker, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente (Panel Syndicate); The Girl and the Glim by India Swift with Michael Doig and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou

and:

Eight Billion Genies #1 by Charles Soule & Ryan Browne (Image)

Carrie’s Non-Profit for the week is: thetrevorproject.org

(Episode Art by Sanford Greene and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 78: Murder Falcon by Daniel Warren Johnson, Mike Spicer and Rus Wooton

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Have you missed us? We missed you! Come hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Murder Falcon by Daniel Warren Johnson, Mike Spicer and Rus Wooton (IMAGE) as well as what they consider bangers, Radiohead recs, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

The Closet #1 by James Tynion IV, Gavin Fullerton, Chris O’Halloran, and Tom Napolitano (Image); Neverender #1 by Devin Kraft, Vinh-Luan Luu, and James Hussel (Behemoth); Juliet Takes a Breath by Gabby Rivera, Celia Moscote, James Fenner, and DC Hopkins (BOOM)

and

Little Monsters #4 by: Jeff Lemire, Dustin Nguyen and Steve Wands (IMAGE)

DIY Corner: Lustration

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/joelatham/lustration-and-othe-stories-an-anthology-of-short-comics

Carrie’s Recommendation Corner: The Gordita Chronicles (HBO Max)

https://youtu.be/O_U1mkwMLvU

(Episode Art by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer... Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 77: Bitter Root vol. 2 Rage and Redemption by Chuck Brown, David F Walker, Sanford Greene, Sofie Dodgson, and Clayton Cowles

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Hi all! The Crew is back and this time with our fist ever sequel episode! In celebration of his first appearance on the podcast about a year ago, Richard picked the second volume of Bitter Root for us to talk about. We had a really good time talking about this book and got into some interesting related topics since this book is such a poignant and necessary read these days more than ever. We hope you all enjoy!

Other books discussed: Little Monarchs by Jonathan Case (Margaret Ferguson Books); Amalia by Aude Picault, with translation by Allison M. Charette and lettering by Cromatik Ltd. (Europe); Baby Makes Three by Tim Fish, colors and grays by Matt Beaugrand and Tim Fish, and additional art by Antoine Dodé, Chynna Clugston-Flores, Monica Gallagher, and Paige Braddock (Poison Press); Spectro by Juan Doe (AfterShock); Fox and Hare #1 by Jon Tsuei, Stacey Lee, Raul Angulo, and Jim Campbell (Vault); and The Last Black Astronaut by Toren Chenault with art by Josh Brunson, colors by Maksim Strelkov, and letters by Rob Jones

https://twitter.com/PeaceLoveComics/status/1529484938071793665

(Episode Art by Sandford Greene and Sofie Dodgson and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 76: Waves by Ingrid Chabbert, Carole Maurel, Edward Gauvin, and Deron Bennett

Thu, 26 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The CDB Crew is back! Yes it’s only been a week, but what a week it’s been. Darci chose Waves by Ingrid Chabbert, Carole Maurel, Edward Gauvin, and Deron Bennett (BOOM/Archaia) for our main subject, and yes there is a content warning for anything that has to do with pregnancy and childbirth. It’s a great conversation overall and we hope you enjoy.

Other books talked about this week: Swim Team by Johnnie Christmas (Harper Alley); The Stone King by Kel McDonald and Tyler Crook (Comixology); Miss Quinces by Kat Fajardo (Scoolastic); Adora and the Distance by Marc Benardin, Ariela Kristantina Bryan Valenza and Bernardo Brice (Comixology); Grim #1 by Stephanie Phillips, Flaviano, Rico Renzi, Tom Napolitano (BOOM); Iron Widow by Xiran Jay Zhao; and Good Luck #1 by Matthew Erman, Stefano Simeone, and Mike Florentino (Boom! Studios)

(Episode Art by Carole Maurel and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 75: Mouse Guard: Fall 1152 by David Petersen

Thu, 19 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000

We're here again to talk about comics! This week, Carrie chose the first volume of Mouse Guard. Carrie was not feeling too well during the recording, but stuck in there like a trooper and completed the episode with the rest of us!

Other books talked about this episode:

Crossover #13 by Donny Cates, Geoff Shaw, Dee Cunniffe, John J Hill and Mark Waid (Image); My Brother Teddy by Jaromir Francois, Todor Hristov; and Sonya Anstasova (Source Point Press) Mouse Guard: Legends of the Guards Vol 3 (BOOM/Archaia) and Blood Stained Teeth #1 by Christian Ward, Patrick Reynolds, Heather Moore and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image)

DIY Corner:

DIE RPG: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gshowitt/die-the-roleplaying-game?ref=discovery&term=DIE%20RPG

Carrie's shoutouts:

Frederick Joseph: https://www.instagram.com/fredtjoseph/?hl=en

Jasmine Garden: https://www.instagram.com/thejasminesgarden/?hl=en

(Episode Art by David Petersen and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 74: Bone vol. 1: Out From Boneville by Jeff Smith and color by Steve Hamaker

Thu, 12 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The full CDB gang is back together again!

Hang out with Brian, Richard, Darci, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Bone Vol. 1: Out from Boneville by Jeff Smith, with colors by: Steve Hamaker (Image) as well as the current state of politics, Instagram, Wikipedia, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Twig #1 by Skottie Young, Kyle Strahm, Jean-Francis Beaulieu, and Nate Piekos of Blambot (Cartoon Books)

Land of the Living Gods #1 by Isaac Mogajane, Santtos, and Dave Sharpe (Aftershock)

DIY Corner: Headwounds: Sparrow

Developed by Oscar Isaac and Jason Spire, Written by: Brian Buccellato, Story by Robert Johnson and John Avey, Art by Christian Ward, and Created by Robert Johnson

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/legendarycomics/head-wounds-oscar-isaac?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=Head%20wound

Carrie’s Non-Profit for the week is: @raisingmenlawncareservice on IG

(Episode Art by Jeff Smith and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 73: Night of the Ghoul by Scott Snyder, Francesco Francavilla, and AndWorld Design

Thu, 05 May 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Ahoyhoy! It's time to get a little ghoulish with the CDB Crew as we cover Night of the Ghoul by Scott Snyder, Francesco Francavilla, and AndWorld Design (Comixology/Best Jacket Press) which was the intrepid Richard's choice. What makes Richard intrepid you may be asking? Well it's because he chooses books like Night of the Ghoul to cover on the pod. So yes, we have entered into a paradox. What better time is there to listen to a podcast than the dissolving of reality all around you?

Other books discussed during the episode: Season of the Bruja #1-2 by Aaron Durán, Sara Soler, Jaime Martinez, and Adriana Nodal-Tarafa (Oni) and Invisible Men: The Trailblazing Black Artists of Comic Books by Ken Quattro (Penguin/Random House). Darci also goes over a bunch of manga by the Year 24 Group of creators.

DIY Corner:

Damsel from D.I.S.T.R.E.S.S. #1-5: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/andrewclemson/damsel-from-distress-issues-1-5?ref=section-comics-illustration-view-more-recommendations-p1

Unico: Awakening: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1803389958/unico-awakening-manga-by-gurihiru-and-samuel-sattin?ref=backer_just_launched_unicoawakening_May0222&utm_medium=email-mgb&utm_source=bdev&utm_campaign=UnicoAwakening-05022022&utm_content=button&banner=publishing-newsletter01

A Cat’s Day by Genie Liang (Shortbox): https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/shortbox/a-cats-day-by-genie-liang-from-shortbox?ref=ksr_email_user_new_project_from_creator_youve_backed

(Episode Art by Francesco Francavilla and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 72: The Book of Human Insects by Osamu Tezuka

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The CDB Crew is back and this time they are finally tackling some Tezuka! Darci chose The Book of Human Insects (Vertical) which was a trip to read especially for those in the group only familiar with his all ages works. So obviously, it's a good conversation to be had. You can definitely believe me on that, I would tell you otherwise despite me having skin in the game.. I promise.

Content Warning though for the main topic as there are discussions regarding suicide and sexual assault due to the subject matter. We're respectful of course, but just wanted to give you all a heads up.

We also talk about the sad news that Netflix has cancelled Bone and that it may have been the last chance of getting an adaptation of this work in other media.

Other books discussed this episode: Slumber #1-2 by Tyler Burton Smith, Vanessa Cardinali, Simon Robins, and Steve Wands (Image); Maiden vol 1 and 2 by Florence Dupré la Tour (Europe Comics); Until My Knuckles Bleed #1by Victor Santos (Behemoth)

DIY Corner:

We Can Funk. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1hitwonder/we-can-funk?ref=project_link
Forest Folk vol. 1 and 2 https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/forestfolk-vol2/ff2?ref=project_link
Double Header: Monster by Mariel Ashlinn Kelly and Assorted Baggage by Matthew Daley https://fundrazr.com/doublefeature?ref=ab_4BAhKcFGDKp4BAhKcFGDKp

(Episode Art by Osamu Tezuka and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 71: Interview with Kyle Starks (F*ck This Place/I Hate This Place)

Wed, 20 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome everyone to a new season of the CDB Podcast. We are starting the new season a little early and with a big bang as we welcome the great Kyle Starks to our show. We talk a while about his upcoming comic, I Hate This Place (you can also order a variant with the title of F**k This Place) which he wrote along with art by Artyom Topilin and colors by Lee Loughtridge. We also talk about his other works as well as cosplay, orange cupcakes, and why Commando is a perfect movie.

Final Order Cutoff for issue number 1 is March 25th so contact your favorite comic shop with the info from Diamond: https://www.previewsworld.com/Catalog/MAR220046

Other books we talk about are:

Cities of Magick #1 by Will Tempest, Jakob Free, Brad Simpson and AndWorld Design (Scout); Little Monsters #2 by Jeff Lenore, Dustin Nguyen, Steve Wands (Image); and the Ultimate Terry Moore Collection from Humble Bundle https://www.humblebundle.com/books/ultimate-terry-moore-collection-abstract-studios-tbc-books?hmb_source=&hmb_medium=product_tile&hmb_campaign=mosaic_section_1_layout_index_2_layout_type_threes_tile_index_3_c_ultimateterrymoorecollectionabstractstudiostbc_bookbundle

DIY Corner:

David F Walker’s: Imposter Syndrome

https://zoop.gg/c/impostersyndrome?utm_source=Zoop&utm_campaign=3d3a38488c-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_04_05_gen&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_0471539782-3d3a38488c-1401006976

Comics For Ukraine: Sunflower Seeds

https://zoop.gg/c/comicsforukraine?utm_source=Zoop&utm_campaign=b8e68132e1-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2022_04_18_ukraine&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_0471539782-b8e68132e1-1401006976

(Episode Art by Artyom Topilin and Lee Loughridge and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Bonus: Random Spotlights Part Two: Boyz Nite

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The Boys are Back for another night of premium nerding: wrestling and gaming! Brian and Richard discuss WWE, the Zelda Franchise, and even a movie review! Sit back and enjoy their musings while we enjoy our SPRONG BRONK :)

BONUS: Random Spotlights Part One

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Whoohoo! We are on SPRING BREAK and decided to hit you with a bonus episode where we talk all things recommendations. Brian, Richard, and Carrie highlight some things they are really loving right now, so take a listen!

Episode 70: Our Dreams at Dusk vol. 1 by Yuhki Kamatani (with Jared)

Thu, 31 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

Hi all! The CDB Crew is back again for our season finale with special guest Jared! We talk about Our Dreams at Dusk vol. 1 by Yuhki Kamatani (Seven Seas) which was Jared's choice. We discuss the themes of finding one's identity, the negative side of school life, finding one's tribe, and much more. Overall it was an interesting and fun conversation to be had by all. Also at the end, Brian accidentally gets everyone on a Ms. Marvel MCU TV show conversation that also proved to be pretty interesting though way off topic.

Other books discussed on this episode: Count Crowley Reluctant Midnight Monster Hunter #1-4 and Count Crowley Amateur Midnight Monster Hunter #1 by David Dastmalchian, Lukas Ketner, Lauren Affe, and Frank Cvetkovic (Dark Horse); Taproot by Keezy Young (Roar); Ghost Cage #1 by Nick Dragotta, Caleb Goellner, Rus Wooten; and Frank Martin Jr.; and Welcome to the N.H.K. by Tatsuhiko Takimoto and Yoshitoshi ABe (Kodokawa Shoten/Tokyopop) \\

DIY Corner:

Carmen adapted into a graphic novel with lots of great comic creators involved https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/arizonaopera/carmen-the-graphic-novel?ref=section-homepage-view-more-discovery-p1

Pat Shand's two NSFW Graphic Novels on Kickstarter: "Thirsty" and "Cheeky" https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/patshand/thirsty-a-graphic-novel?ref=discovery&term=Pat%20Shand

Non-Profits:

Suicide Prevention Hotline: https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/

(Episode Art by Yuhki Kamatami and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 69: Black’s Myth by Eric Palicki, Wendell Cavalcanti, and Rob Steen

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The CDB Crew is back with the penultimate episode of the season! This week Brian brought the neo-noir supernatural book Black's Myth by Eric Palicki, Wendell Cavalcanti, and Rob Steen (Ahoy) to the group to read and review. The group has a fun time talking about angler fish demons, Grims, The Clash, and of course, Werewolves. The group also talks about Vault Comics new investors a bit.

Warning: For the first three minutes, Brian's mic is peaking, but it's fine after that.

Other books talked about on this episode:

Usagi Yojimbo #27 by Stan Sakai and Hi-Fi Design (IDW); Amelia Aierwood: Basic Witch by Emily Hampshire, Eliot Rahal, Kristen Gudsnuk, and Ames Liu (Z2); My Aunt Is A Monster by Reimena Yee (Random House Graphic), and Chicken Devil #4 by Brian Buccellato, Hayden Sherman and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (AfterShock).

Carrie's Non-Profit of the Week: End the Backlog: https://www.endthebacklog.org/

(Episode Art by Liana Kangas and Intro Music provided by https://www.bensound.com/)

Episode 68: Proctor Valley Road by Grant Morrison, Alex Child, Naomi Franquiz, Tamra Bonvillain, and Jim Campbell

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 12:00:00 +0000

The BOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN! ... Actually, they never left, but the ladies of CDB are curiously missing...so what does this mean? BOYZ NITE! (TM)

Hang out with Brian and Richard and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: Proctor Valley Road by Grant Morrison, Alex Child, Naomi Franquiz, Tamra Bonvillain, and Jim Campbell (BOOM) as well as dating sims, thirst traps, and of course, indie comics.

Other books discussed in the episode:

Rockstar and Softboy by Sina Grace and Rus Wooton (Image) and Little Monsters 1 by Jeff Lemire, Dustin Nguyen, Steve Wands (Image).

DIY Corner: Kiss U by Babs Tarr and Sam Thurman https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1348605097/kiss-u

(Episode Art by Naomi Franquiz)

Episode 67: A Thief Among the Trees: An Ember in the Ashes Graphic Novel by Sabaa Tahir, Nicole Andelfinger, Sonia Liao, Kieran Quigley and Mike Fiorentino

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hey all! The CDB Crew is back this week to cover another indie comic for your listening enjoyment. This week, we talk about Carrie's choice, A Thief Among the Trees: An Ember in the Ashes Graphic Novel by Sabaa Tahir, Nicole Andelfinger, Sonia Liao, Kieran Quigley and Mike Fiorentino which leads to an interesting discussion about what it takes for a piece of media to still be entertaining even if one is not familiar with the established world that it's set in among other things

Other books talked about in the episode are: Step by Bloody Step #1 by Si Spurrier, Matías Bergara, and Matheus Lopes; The Corpse By Mike Mignola, Matt Hollingsworth, and Pat Brosseau (Dark Horse); and Sacred Six #1 by Christopher Priest, Jae Lee & Gabriel Ibarra (Dynamite).

DIY Corner: Back: Book Three https://go.topatoco.com/products/back3

Carrie’s Non-Profit for the week is The Trevor Project: https://www.thetrevorproject.org/ .

(Episode Artwork by: Sonia Liao and Kieran Quigley)

Episode 66: Cheer Up: Love and PomPoms by Crystal Frasier, Val Wise, and Oscar O. Jupiter

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 13:00:00 +0000

The kids are alright and all here to discuss Cheer Up: Love and PomPoms- a poignant, touching, and contemporary look at trans lives and why they are important to read about. The squad (see what I did there? Get it? Cuz the book is about cheerleading?...) also mentions other contemporary issues such as the Ukrainian Conflict, Public Safety (and safe words!), and of course, awesome indie comics.

Spotlights: Radio Apocalypse #1-2 by Ram V, Anand RK, Anisha Shankar, and Aditya Bidikar (Vault), Hotel Dare by Terry Blas and Claudia Aguirre (kaboom!) and Animal Castle #1 by Xavier Dorison and Felix Delep (ABLAZE).

DIY Corner: The Good, The Bad, & The Magical Girl vol. 1 https://zoop.gg/c/goodbadmagicalgirl

Non-Prof mentioned by Carrie: Voices of Children voices.org.ua

As always, we learn that kindness is king (and queen) and that it pays to listen to others! (Carrie had canned wine!) Enjoy the episode!

(Episode Art by Val Wise)

Episode 65: Interview with Ahmed Raafat of Diary of the Astro-Nudes (with Rebecca Hart)

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hi All! The CDB Crew is back and this time we are interviewing comics creator Ahmed Raafat who's comic, The Diary of the Astro-Nudes, will soon be starting a crowdfunding campaign on Zoop. Brian, Darci, Richard and returning guest-host Rebecca strike up a conversation with Ahmed about the differences of comic-book culture in different countries, casual nudity and maybe a Ninja Turtle or two. (Team Raph Forever!) It was a delightful time and Ahmed's comic is really great so we all hope you enjoy the interview as well as The Diary of the Astro-Nudes!

Here is the link to Ahmed's campaign: https://zoop.gg/c/astronudes

Before the interview, we get into our initial thoughts about the big update on Comixology and as always, do some book recommendations which are: Rain #1-2 by Joe Hill, David M. Booher, Zoe Thorogood, Chris O’Halloran, and Shawn Lee (Image/Syzygy); That Salty Air by Tim Sievert (Top Shelf); Chicken Devil #3 by Brian Buccellato, Hayden Sherman & Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Aftershock); The Unfinished Corner by Dani Colman, Rachel Petrovicz, Wendy Cogar, and Jim Campbell (Vault/Wonderbound).

DIY Corner:

Poorcraft Cookbook: https://ironcircus.com/product/poorcraft_cookbook/

(Episode Art by Ahmed Raafat)

Episode 64: Sparrowhawk by Delilah S. Dawson, Matias Basla, Rebecca Nalty, and Jim Campbell

Thu, 17 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hi All! The CDB Crew is back and this week they are talking about Brian's choice: Sparrowhawk by Delilah S. Dawson, Matias Basla, Rebecca Nalty, and Jim Campbell from BOOM Studios. Richard, Carrie and Brian breakdown this even darker than usual Wonderland story as well as talk about human nature, violence, and butter fairies.

Brian also did a spotlight on Dead End Jobs for Ghosts by Aminder Dhaliwal (Short Box) and (CW: Stalking) Carrie spoke about the importance of personal security in this extremely open world that we all live in.

Carrie's non-profit recommendation this week is Beauty 2 The Streetz which can be found here: https://www.beauty2thestreetz.org/ and on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beauty2thestreetz/?hl=en

(Episode Art by Miguel Mercado)

Episode 63: Maus, Vol. 1 and 2 by Art Spiegelman

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

The gang is all here (Richard is permanently a part of the crew!) and they discuss a very important book: Maus by Art Spiegelman.

They discuss the Holocaust, family trauma, the merits and disadvantages of the American Educational System, and why it is important to read this book at any age.

Books mentioned in the Spotlight:

Tim Ginger by Julian Hanshaw (Top Shelf)

Newburn #1-3 by Chip Zdarsky and Jacob Phillips. Backup by Nadia Shammas, Ziyed Yusuf Ayoub, and Frank Cvetkovic (Image)

(Episode Art by Art Spiegelman and Music provided by bensound.com)

Episode 62: Wrassle Castle- Round One: Learning the Ropes by Colleen Coover, Paul Tobin, Galaad, Jeff Powell and Bones Leopard

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hey all!

(Carrie's back, baby!)

This ep features Brian, Darci and Carrie discussing all-ages awesomeness in Wrassle Castle- Round One: Learning the Ropes by Colleen Coover, Paul Tobin, Galaad, Jeff Powell and Bones Leopard (Vault/Wonderbound)- a book about family (blood and chosen), sibling rivalry and some good ol' fashioned scrapping. Carrie's choice, so you at least know she has a LOT to say about it;)

Also featured are: Saga #55 by Brian K. Vaughan, Fiona Staples, and Fonografiks (Image), The Night of the Ghoul #1-4 by Scott Snyder, Francesco Francavilla and Andworld Design (Best Jacket Press/Comixology) and Queerwebcomic.com https://digicomix.gumroad.com.

DIY Corner:

New Crowdfunding Platform from well established comics industry person/distributing company: Topatogo

https://www.comicsbeat.com/topatogo-crowdfunding-platform-launches-with-a-potato/?amp

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by Brian, Carrie and Darci which covers the world of Independent Comics. For a list of episodes, socials and emails, and to request a topic for a future episode please visit comicsdeservebetter.wordpress.com.

(Episode Art by Galaad)

Episode 61: The Sprite and the Gardener by Rii Abrego, Joe Whitt, and Crank!

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Hi all! We’re back from our season break! Did you miss us? We definitely missed you. For this episode, Darci and Brian, (Carrie unfortunately couldn’t join us to record)p, discuss Darci’s choice: The Sprite and the Gardener by Rii Abrego, Joe Whitt, and Crank! From Oni Press. There’s talk about the coloring, panel placement and, of course, friendship among other things.

The CDB Crew also talk about a new Heavy Metal themed comic coming soon to Kickstarter as well as their spotlighted books: Bolero #1 by Wyatt Ashley-Costello Kennedy, Luana Vecchio and Brandon Graham (Image) and This Was Our Pact by Ryan Andrews (First Second).

Also, decide at the end if Brian has gone insane during the break and is expressing this by being “artsy” on his personal Instagram page. Don’t worry, despite what he said, “Ennui” is not going to be next week’s guest star.

DIY Corner:

Drumsticks of Doom by Jon Westhoff and Dan Dougherty. First cover by K. Lynn Smith

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/parttimecomix/drumsticks-of-doom-issue-1

(Episode Art by Rii Abrego)

BONUS: The Saga Saga, Part Three (Volume 7-9 Overview)

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Good Googly Moogly, WE ARE HERE!

Get your Kleenex, pull out a drink and pour one out for all the real ones that died in these issues!

Seriously, so. much. sadness.

Brian and Richard take you on an unexpected journey as we reach the conclusion of the issues that are available. Be ready for death, mayhem, and sexual escapades in the last Bonus Episode for Saga!

(Episode Art by Fiona Staples)

BONUS: The Saga Saga- Part Dos (Volume 4-6 Overview)

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000

The Boys are back with the second episode of their Saga deep-dive. Brian and Richard discuss heinous murders, why Kindergartners are the best, relationships, and prison tattoos in this whopper of an episode. AS ALWAYS, MASSIVE SPOILERS :) Enjoy!

(Episode Art by Fiona Staples)

BONUS: The Saga Saga. Part 1 (Volume 1-3 Overview)

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Wowie! This is an extra-special episode featuring Brian and Richard, who meet to discuss the epic BKV/Fiona Staples' book, Saga. They tackle who shows up, who that baby is, who fights with who, and who's ex is back in town, all from issues #1-18. Be prepared to have your mind inundated with wicked imagery and discussions about why robots are still scary. Enjoy!

(Episode Art by Fiona Staples)

Episode 60: The Daughters of Ys by M.T. Anderson and Jo Rioux

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

It's a fairy tale ending to this season of the CDB Pod as well to the year when Brian, Darci, and Richard talk about Brian's choice this week: The Daughters of Ys by M.T. Anderson and Jo Rioux (First Second). The Crew get lost in talks about sea monsters, lousy Kings, and magic curses. They also discuss the recent breaking news of Dark Horse Comics being purchased by The Embracer Group. For DIY Corner, more love is given to Shing Yin Khor as Darci talks about their new game available via their Patreon and Brian talks about a Brit Pop influenced comic on Kickstarter. Last: Everyone, including Carrie who unfortunately could not record this week, chose their favorite book of the season and/or their favorite book they read in the last 10 weeks. Who chose what? Listen to find out!

Other books talked about this episode: She Could Fly vol. 3: Fight or Flight by Christopher Cantwell, Martin Morazzo, Clem Robins, and Miroslav Mrva; Crow Time by Isa (Webtoon); and Chicken Devil #2 by Brian Buccelato, Hayden Sherman and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (AfterShock)

Crow Time: https://www.webtoons.com/en/challenge/crow-time/list?title_no=693372

DIY Corner:

Shing Yin Khor's Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/shing

Geezer: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/offregisterpress/geezer?ref=section-comics-illustration-view-more-discovery-p1

(Episode Art by Jo Rioux)

Episode 59: Did You Hear What Eddie Gein Done? by Harold Schechter and Eric Powell

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Hi All! We have reached our penultimate episode of the current season of the CDB Pod. Unfortunately, Darci was unable to join us for this recording, but Carrie and Brian pressed on and talked about Carrie's choice: Did You Hear What Eddie Gein Done? by Harold Schechter and Eric Powell (Albatross Funnybooks). Carrie and Brian get into the nitty gritty of this True-Crime account of one of the most infamous murderers in history. It get's a little gross, here and there, but just like the book, Brian and Carrie try to keep it classy and not too disgusting while talking about this disgusting topic.

Other books discussed this episode: Barn Owl by Sas Milledge (ShortBox) and Immortals Fenyx Rising: From Great Beginnings by Ben Khan, Georgeo Brooks, and Wes Dzioba (Dark Horse).

(Episode Art by Eric Powell)

Episode 58: Pretty Deadly vol. 1 by Kelly Sue DeConnick, Emma Ríos, Jordie Bellaire, and Clayton Cowles

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

The CDB Crew is back this week to talk about a story that a dead bunny once told to a butterfly. Yes, Darci's choice this week is Pretty Deadly vol. 1 from Image Comics. Listen and get lost in the dream like story telling with our hosts. Also stick around for conspiracy theories, gumroad finds and "taco commercial" decisions.

The crew also address the sad news regarding George Perez and Kickstarter's move to a Block-Chain.

Other books discussed this issue: Impossible Jones #1 by Karl Kesel, David Hahn, Tony Aviña, and Comicraft (Scout); Regarding the Matter of Oswald’s Body #1 by Christopher Cantwell, Luca Casalanguida, Giada Marchisio, and AndWorld Design (BOOM); Girls Don't Like Dinosaurs by Natasha Alterici (Gumroad). https://alterici.gumroad.com/l/qprqw?recommended_by=library

DIY Corner:

Of Thunder and Lightning by Kimberly Wang: https://kmbrlei.gumroad.com/l/SEuMe

A Frog in the Fall (and later on) by Linnea Sterte: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/peow/a-frog-in-the-fall-by-linnea-sterte-from-peow

(Episode Art by Emma Rios and Jordie Bellaire)

Episode 57: Rock Candy Mountain by Kyle Starks and Chris Schweizer

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 13:00:00 +0000

After a very quick hiatus, the CDB Crew is back with a new episode! Brian has chosen for us this week, Rock Candy Mountain by Kyle Starks and Chris Schweizer and published by Image Comics. We also get into conversations about other related topics like riding the rails, strong opinions of John Steinbeck, and how to summon the devil. It is a fun time to be had by all!

Other books talked about this episode: We Don’t Kill Spiders #1-2 by Joseph Schmalke and DC Hopkins (Scout/Black Caravan); Maniac of New York vol 1 and 2 by Elliott Kalan, Andrea Mutti, and Taylor Esposito (Aftershock); and How to Make Tostones by Vanessa Flores (https://twitter.com/vanieflores/status/1460695388290179080?t=pjkbia5hoqufpI-3J_iZ0w&s=19)

Here's a link to Harry McClintock singing Big Rock Candy Mountain: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rhVCH0UO9cg

DIY Corner:

Kyle Starks' Monthly Sticker Club: https://www.kylestarks.com/merch/p/sticker-club

(Episode Art by Kyle Starks and Chris Schweizer)

Episode 56: Mystery Science Theater 3000 The Comic by Joel Hodgson, Harold Buchholz, Matt McGinnis, et. al. - with Richard Dupiton

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Greetings from the CDB Crew (on The Satellite of Love)! This week, Carrie chose for all of us to read Mystery Science Theater 3000 The Comic by (deep breath) Joel Hodgson, Harold Buchholz, Matt McGinnis, Seth Robinson, Sharyl Volpe, Mary Robinson, Todd Nuack, Wes Dzioba, Mike Manley, Jack Pollock, Mimi Simon, and Michael Heisler, published by Dark Horse comics. Though everyone on the panel might not have fully enjoyed this adaptation, they all definitely agreed on how awesome the Crow-Keeper was and how he needs to be in more things very soon. This was a very interesting episode audibly, as well. Brian and Carrie's dog was in a very needy mood and you can here him whining in the background, here and there, throughout the recording. Also, stick around after the credits for old timey phone and fire alarm shenanigans!

DIY Corner this week is a new comic by Jeremy Holt on Tapas and tribute to British Girls comics from the 1960s.

Other comics discussed on this issue: What’s the Furthest Place from Here? by Matthew Rosenberg, Tyler Boss, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image); Chicken Devil #1 by Brian Buccellato, Hayden Sherman and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Aftershock); Hooky by Miriam Bonastre Tur (WebToon); and Puu (பூ ) by Nabi (Tapas).

Puu: https://m.tapas.io/series/puu/info

DIY Corner:

House of Slay: https://m.tapas.io/HouseofSlay

A Trick of the Light: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/alyfell/a-trick-of-the-light?ref=discovery_category

(Episode Art by Steve Vance)

Episode 55: Interview with Greg Pak (Cooking Will Break Your Heart) - with Richard Dupiton

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 13:00:00 +0000

The CDB Crew (plus Fourth Beatle Richard) are very excited to have comics star Greg Pak come on to the Podcast to discuss his recent Kickstarter campaign "Cooking will Break your Heart". Darci, Richard and Greg discuss everything from comfort food, cooking, family, not accidentally poisoning said family with your cooking, and of course, comics.

Beforehand, Brian, Carrie, Darci and Richard discuss the recent news of the unionization of workers at Image Comics.

The other portion of DIY Corner, aside from talking to Greg, is a cute book about a witch and a mice village.

Other books discussed this episode: A Thing Called Truth #1 by Iolanda Zanfardino and Elisa Romboli (Image); Atnomen by ilustrAriane (Webtoon); and The Winchester Mystery House #1 by Joshua Werner, Dustin Irvin and Justin Birch (Source Point Press).

Atnomen: https://www.webtoons.com/en/challenge/atnomen/list?title_no=483806&page=1

DIY Corner:

Cooking will Break your Heart by Greg Pak https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/gregpak/cooking-will-break-your-heart

The Witch of Wickerson: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dereklaufman/the-witch-of-wickerson-graphic-novel?ref=discovery_category

Episode 54: Jughead vol. 1 by Chip Zdarsky, Erica Henderson, Andre Szymanowicz and Jack Morelli

Thu, 04 Nov 2021 12:00:00 +0000

The CDB Crew thinks that Archie Comics are so nice, that they'll do them twice....in a row that is. This week, Darci chose Chip Zdarsky and Erica Henderson's Jughead vol. 1 as the main topic. Much like last episode with Sabrina the Teenage Witch, the discussion breaks down into a general love fest for the creators of this comic. For DIY Corner we talk about a bee related crime book by Christopher Sebela and Claire Roe coming soon to Kickstarter.

Other books discussed on this episode: Human Remains #1 & 2 by Peter Milligan, Sally Cantrino, Dearbhla Kelly, and AndWorld Design (Vault) and Destroyer by Victor LaValle and Dietrich Smith (Boom on Graphite).

DIY Corner: FOULBROOD 1 & 2 : A comic about bees + crime:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/xtop/foulbrood-1-and-2-a-comic-about-bees-crime?ref=clipboard-prelaunch

(Episode Art by Erica Henderson)

Episode 53: Sabrina the Teenage Witch by Kelly Thompson, Veronica Fish, Andy Fish, and Jack Morelli

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome back to another episode of the best Indie Comics Podcast you are currently reading a description of. We keep the spooky season going with Brian's choice Sabrina the Teenage Witch by Kelly Thompson, Veronica Fish, Andy Fish, and Jack Morelli published by Archie Comics. We do go over the comic pretty extensively, but the conversation eventually breaks down into a Kelly Thompson and Veronica Fish love fest.

For DIY Corner, we talk about a new history book covering the world of comics from Thailand as well as a Queer Fantasy Adventure. Brian also talks about an article about C Spike Trotman and Iron Circus Comics that he wanted to share with you all.

Other books discussed this episode: Swim Team by Johnnie Christmas (HarperCollins); Liar Game by Shinobu Kaitani (Shueisha); and Sabine: an asexual coming-of-age story by MermaidMap (Webtoon).

https://www.webtoons.com/en/challenge/sabine-an-asexual-coming-of-age-story/list?title_no=452532&page=1

DIY Corner:

Real Hero Shit by Kendra Wells https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ironspike/real-hero-shit-by-kendra-wells

Spike Trotman Article https://www.publishersweekly.com/pw/by-topic/industry-news/comics/article/87671-crowdfunding-a-publishing-house-pw-talks-with-spike-trotman.html

The Art of Thai Comics: A Century of Strips and Stripes by Nicolas Verstappen (River Books)

(Episode Art by Veronica Fish)

Episode 52: Little Witches: Magic in Concord by Leigh Dragoon

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Hey all! The CDB Podcast now officially has one episode for every week in the year! To celebrate this milestone, Carrie chose the Little Women adaptation, Little Witches Magic in Concord by Leigh Dragoon and published by Oni Press to the show for us all to talk about. It's a good start to the spooky season for sure! We also talk about an Ethiopian Sci-Fi comic, a new mostly female scribed horror anthology, and a friend's new comic book retail website, Cockatoo Comics for DIY Corner. It's a lot of fun and definitely worth checking out.

Other comics discussed on this episode: Mazebook #1-2 by Jeff Lemire and Steve Wands (Dark Horse); Haunted Mansion: Frights of Fancy by Sina Grace, Egle Bartolini, Nicoletta Baldari, Valentina Pinto, Riccardo Giardina, and Christa Miesner (IDW); and Annarasunamara by Ilkwon Ha (Navar Webtoon, 2010 or translated to Webtoon 2015)

Annarasunamara: https://www.webtoons.com/en/drama/annarasumanara/list?title_no=77&page=1

DIY Corner:

Shades of Fear Horror Anthology: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/334999551/shades-of-fear

ZUFAN #1: Pan-African sci-fi inspired by a true story: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/etancomics/zufan?ref=discovery_category

Cockatoo Comics (Launching October 30): https://www.cockatoocomics.com/

(Episode Art by Leigh Dragoon)

Episode 51: Verse: Book 1: The Broken Half by Sam Beck

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Hey all, the CDB Crew is back with a regular episode after our short break. For this special episode, Darci chose the recently released, first volume of Verse by Sam Beck, published by Vault Comics on the Wonderbound imprint. If you are familiar with Beck's previous works, it will not come as a surprise about how great a read this is and how gorgeous it looks. We hope that we can convince you to pick up this under-the-radar masterpiece.

That's not all that makes this episode special. We are introducing a new format all-together: we are adding in a new, ongoing segment, DIY Corner- where we will discuss comics that are being self-published, self-released online, and/or are being Crowd-Funded, while cutting back on our discussions and news segments. Once again, a big purpose of this podcast is to help give notice to comics that might not necessarily get a lot of press or discussion on comic book social media.

For the inaugural DIY Corner, we talk about Dirruti: Shadow of the People, Hans Vogel is Dead, The Uncontrollable Wreck-Lass!, and Kardiakía: Stories of Representation: Queer Love and Fat Bodies.

We also talk about Dune: A Whisper of Caladan Seas #1 by Brian Herbert, Kevin J. Anderson, Jakub Rebelka, and Ed Dukeshire (BOOM); The Night Mother by Melanie Gillman; and A Righteous Thirst for Vengeance #1 by Rick Remender, André Lima Araújo, Chris O'Halloran, and Rus Wooton (Image)

The Night Mother can be found here: https://melgillman.tumblr.com/post/664267309279576064/the-night-mother

DIY Corner:

Dirruti: Shadow of the People: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/autonomouscollective/durruti-shadow-of-the-people

Hans Vogel is Dead: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/castironbooks/hans-vogel-is-dead-volume-i

The Uncontrollable Wreck-Lass!: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/amoralstingray5/the-uncontrollable-wreck-lass?ref=profile_saved_projects_live

Kardiakía Stories of Representation: Queer Love and Fat Bodies: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ehmautoproduzioni/kardiakia?ref=discovery_category

(Episode Artwork by Sam Beck)

BONUS: Indies on Film: Umbrella Academy Season One (2019)

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Hi All,

Richard and Brian are back for the final bonus episode for this off season where they tackle the first season of Umbrella Academy. Listen in for the similarities and differences between the show and the source material as well as some hints into what they will be doing next offseason. Thank you all again for taking a listen and hope you all enjoy!

BONUS: Indies on Film: Ghost World (2001)

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Hi we're back for another bonus episode! This time, Richard and Brian dive into the teen angsty pool that is Ghost World. Carrie does show up at the end as a special guest star, but they all discuss the movie and the comics and similarities and differences within. Enjoy!

BONUS: Indies on Film: Hellboy (2004)

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Hi All, since the regular podcast is on a season break, we thought it would be fun to do a few shorter episodes where we discuss movies or tv shows that were adapted from independent comics.

On this week's episode, Brian and Richard dive into Guillermo Del Toro's Hellboy (2004), giving their opinions about the movie as well as talking about the differences between the film and the source material. Hope you all enjoy!

Episode 50: The Many Deaths of Laila Starr by Ram V, Filipe Andrade, Inês Amaro, and AndWorld Design (with Rebecca Hart and Richard Dupiton)

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Hi All! It's the season finale and the 50th episode-iversary and what better way to celebrate than with a great book and great guests. In this case, the CDB crew welcome past guests Richard and Rebecca to talk about the recent miniseries: The Many Deaths of Laila Starr. No surprise, but everyone ends up gushing over the topic and their may have been a couple spoilers leaked. The extended CDB Crew also talks about their favorite books of the season as well as favorite books they have read recently, copies of Amazing Fantasy #15 that traveled via time machine, and various other fun topics.

Other books discussed this week: Hope vol. 1: Hope for the Future by Guy Adams and Jimmy Broxton (Rebellion/2000AD); Mamo #1-3 by Sas Milledge (Boom/Boom Box); Snow, Glass, Apples by Neil Gaiman and Colleen Doran (Dark Horse); Understanding Comics: The Invisible Art by Scott McCloud (William Morrow); and Kai by Queenue (Tapas and Webtoons).

Rebecca's Twitter: @arbitrarygeni us

Richard's Twitter: @topcat360

(Episode Artwork by Filipe Andrade)

Episode 49: The Prince and the Dressmaker by Jen Wang

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

The CDB Crew is back with some more Indie Comics Knowledge! This week Brian, Carrie and Darci talk about the Jen Wang classic graphic novel, The Prince and the Dressmaker (First Second). The hosts gush over the story, the writing, the art and the wonderful fashion. The crew also dives into the recent Action Labs controversy, the When I was Me Kickstarter and Amazon's further integration of Comxology. For the discussion, the difference between "professional" and "amateur" comics.

Other books discussed: Lugosi: The Rise and Fall of Hollywood's Dracula by Koren Shadmi (Life Drawn) and Hooky by Miriam B. (Webtoon).

When I was Me Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/quindriepress/when-i-was-me

Hooky by Miriam B.: https://www.webtoons.com/en/fantasy/hooky/list?title_no=425&page=1

(Episode Artwork by Jen Wang)

Episode 48: Interview with Jeremy Holt (Made in Korea; Virtually Yours)

Thu, 02 Sep 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to another episode of the CDB Podcast! This week, Brian, Carrie and Darci talk to writer Jeremy Holt about their comics like Made In Korea and Virtually Yours as well living in New York, music playlists, interesting COVID influenced purchases and much more. Jeremy was great to talk to and you should all listen to this interview and then go read all of their books!

Before the interview, The CDB Crew talk about a new Kickstarter featuring Indigenous folklore and fables, Shing Yin Khor being nominated for an Ignatz award, and a brief entry talk about the most recent Gate-Keeping issue on Social Media.

Books by Jeremy Holt talked about in this episode: Made in Korea by Holt, George Schall, and Adam Wollet (Image); Virtually Yours by Holt, Elizabeth Beals, Adam Wollet, and Tim Daniel (Comixology); and Pulp by Jeremy Holt and Christopher Peterson (HP Comix).

Other Books discussed in this episode: Dark Blood #1-2 by LaToya Morgan, Walt Barna, A.H.G. and AndWorld Design (BOOM); Save Yourself! #1-3 by Bones Leopard, Kelly & Nichole Matthews, and Jim Campbell (BOOM); and Legalization Nation: The Dispensary Divide by Box Brown (The Nib)

Cautionary Fables and Fairy Tales Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ironspike/cautionary-fables-and-fairy-tales-north-america

I Don't Want to Write by Shing Yin Khor: https://catapult.co/stories/do-not-want-to-write-today-comic-by-shing-yin-khor

Legalization Nation: The Dispensary Divide by Box Brown: https://thenib.com/legalization-nation-the-dispensary-divide/

Last Prisoner Project: https://www.lastprisonerproject.org/

(Episode Artwork by George Schall/Elizabeth Beals

Episode 47: Girl Haven by Lilah Sturges, Meghan Carter, Joamette Gil, and Sonja Synak

Thu, 26 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000

New week, new episode! This time, Darci has decided to have the CDB Crew journey to the magical world of Koretris and cover the YA comic, Girl Haven. It's a fun and emotional ride for the most part and every member of the CDB Crew makes it home safely. In news, the group covers the Webtoon and DC Comics collaboration and Brian Michael Bendis's move to Dark Horse Comics. For the week's discussion, the hosts dive into the speculation market and talk about the pros and (mostly) cons of that corner of the comic book collectors market.

Other books covered on this episode: Piece by Piece: The Story of Nisrin's Hijab by Priya Huq and Killer Queens #1 by David Booher, Claudia Balboni, Henry Saxon, and Lucas Gattoni (Dark Horse)

(Episode Artwork by Meghan Carter)

Episode 46: Anya's Ghost by Vera Brosgol

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Hey we're back again! Carrie decides to keep her horror streak alive while dipping into YA with this week's main subject, Vera's Ghost. There's mixed feelings which leads to some good discussions. The CDB Crew also talk about the Shortbox October Book Fair, Wizard World closing their doors, and Diamond Distributors hiring a new President. The Crew then continues their conversation from last week about Substack since even more news, good and bad, has been released during the last week.

Other comics discussed on this episode: Chibi Usagi: Attack of the Heebie Chibis by Julia and Stan Sakai (IDW); Ordinary Gods #1-2 by Kyle Higgins, Felipe Watanabe, Frank Willam, and Clayton Cowles (Image); and Let's Make Dumplings! A Comic Book Cook Book by Hugh Amano and Sarah Becan (Ten Speed Press)

Donations for Haitians in need: http://www.projecthope.org

Donations for Afghani Refugees: http://women.org

For more places to give aid: https://twitter.com/Ilhan/status/1427372674024628225

(Episode Artwork by Vera Brogsol)

Episode 45: Memories of Emanon vol. 1 by Shinji Kajio and Kenji Tsuruta

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week Darci brings us back to Manga-World with Memories of Emanon volume one to read and discuss. The Crew get into the interesting and rare in comics story telling device this book uses as well as the spectacular art. Free Comic Book Day, INKR, and Russel Mark Olson giving away volume one of their comic Gateway City in order to promote the Kickstarter for volume 2 are talked about in news.

Speaking of news, this week's discussion is about the recent reveal of multiple comics creators will be now releasing their owned work onto the newsletter platform, Substack which has overnight become a major player in the Comic Distribution Industry. What does this mean for the future of comics? How will this affect who gets hired to work with the Big 2 as well as how they compensate their creators going forward? Will this negatively or positively affect tradition independent comic book publishers as well as brick and mortar comic book shops? The Crew discusses these questions and much more during this episode. Also the fourth member of the crew, the giant spider, show has a very frightening cameo.

Other books discussed: Eat my Flesh, Drink my Blood by Frankee White, Adam Markiewicz, and A.H.G. (Dauntless Stories); Cheer Up: Love and Pompoms by Crystal Fraiser and Val Wise (Oni Press); and Porceilain #1 by Maria Llovett and Saida Temofonte (Ablaze).

Free Copy of Gateway City Vol. 1 along with a link to the Kickstarter: https://twitter.com/russell_m_olson/status/1423890947570638851?s=21

(Episode Artwork by Kenji Tsuruta)

Episode 44: Princeless Vol. 1 Save Yourself by Jeremy Whitley, M. Goodwin, D.E. Belton, Jung-ha Kim, and Dave Dwonch

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Carrie, Darci, and Brian (CDB) are back with another episode of the Comics Deserve Better (CDB) Podcast with Brian's choice this week, the first volume of Princeless. The Crew are all under the weather this episode and apparently so was Zoom as there were heaps of issues in regards to recording, but a great episode was still created to talk about a great book! Also, is it intentional or coincidental that the podcast has the same initials as the first names of the three hosts? The CDB Crew will never tell! No discussion this week due to the afore mentioned illnesses but it's a solid episode nonetheless with some great tangents about Covid and Booster Gold to name a few.

Other books discussed this episode are Cinnamon #1 by Victoria Douglas (Behemoth); Graveneye by Sloane Leong and Anna Bowles (TKO); and Verse Book 1 by Sam Beck (Wonderbound).

For a preview of Sam Beck's Verse as well as a link to pre-order it, click here: https://sambeck.ca/Verse

For more info about Fiyahcon 2021, click here: https://theconvention.fiyahlitmag.com/

(Episode Artwork by Jeremy Whitley, M. Goodwin and Jung-Ha Kim)

Episode 43: The Butcher of Paris by Stephanie Phillips, Dean Kotz, and Jason Wordie

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to a new episode of the CDB Podcast! This week the CDB Crew gets all True Crime-y with Carrie's choice: The Butcher of Paris from Dark Horse. I know what you're thinking, 'True Crime and Podcasts? Who would ever think of combining those two things?' However here we are with another wonderful episode for you all to listen to! The Crew also bends (breaks) the rules and talk briefly about I am not Starfire by Mariko Tamaki and Yoshi Yoshitani because it's a great and undeservingly being disparaged by some horrible corners of the Comic Book Social Media world. It's important to break the rules when necessary and this was a necessary time.

The hosts also talk about the Eisner Award winners, Shortbox's last shortbox, a Judge Dredd Humble Bundle, a Kickstarter for a Trans/Non-Binary anthology and a horror anthology coming out in October from AfterShock Comics.

Other books mentioned on this episode:

The Thud by Mikael Ross (Fantagraphics); Kasama by Allan Matudio (ANAK Publishing Worker CoOp), and The Me You Love in the Dark by Scottie Young, Jorge Corona, Jean-Francois Beaulieu, and Nate Piekos (Image).

Order the final Shortbox: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/shortbox/shortbox-a-box-full-of-fun-and-fine-indie-comics?ref=ksr_email_backer_backer_confirmation&utm_source=BenchmarkEmail&utm_campaign=Last_ShortBox&utm_medium=email

The Out Side Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1554061715/theoutside

Judge Dredd focused 2000AD Humble Bundle: https://www.humblebundle.com/books/judge-dredd-perps-punks-partners-2000ad-books?utm_content=cta_button&mcID=102:60fb2df1dc4f2075f920fc8f:ot:5efcf05d76488a0effaf037b:1&linkID=60fb2df1e407017cc431b7bb&utm_campaign=2021_07_26_judgedreddfriendsrebellionpublishingtbd_bookbundle&utm_source=Humble+Bundle+Newsletter&utm_medium=email

(Episode Artwork by Dave Johnson)

Episode 42: InSEXts vol. 1: Chrysalis by Marguerite Bennett, Ariela Kristantina, Bryan Valenza, Jessica Kholinne, and A Larger World

Thu, 22 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode of the best indy comic focused podcast, the CDB Crew discuss the first volume of the body horror erotica comic, InSEXts. It's an odd comic and did bring out mixed feelings from the hosts, but they definitely had a lot of fun discussing it. The crew also talks about the new Zoe Thorogood short comic, Harvey Award nominations, and Vault Comics plan to celebrate Pride year round. As for this week's roundtable, the Crew discuss the recent article from the Hollywood Reporter regarding the Big Two and the lack of compensation given to their creatives that make them billions of dollars through movie and tv adaptations of their work and what ways can we as consumers and fans help change this process for the betterment of the creatives. Also, please stay to the very end to find out who was attacked by a giant spider in the middle of recording!

Other books discussed this episode: The Silver Coin #1-4 (Image) by Chip Zdarsky, Kelly Thompson, Ed Brisson, Jeff Lemire, Michael Walsh and Toni Marie Griffin; Beyond the Clouds vol. 1 (Self Published and Kodansha) by Nicke; and Alice in Leatherland #1-3 (Black Mask) by Iolanda Zafrandino and Elisa Romboli.

Psychomachia by Zoe Thorogood https://m.tapas.io/episode/2231877

(Episode Artwork by Ariela Kristantina and Bryan Valenza)

Episode 41: The Legend of Auntie Po by Shing Yin Khor

Thu, 15 Jul 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Happy Birthday (kind of) to the best podcast specifically about Independent Comics! Well it's close enough. To celebrate their birthday, the CDB Crew are covering the new book by Shing Yin Khor, The Legend of Auntie Po. Spoiler alert, it's fantastic. The Crew also discuss the lack of care and placement of All Ages and YA Comics in Comic Book Stores and how it's determent to both the industries and the shops themselves. Last, Carrie was a major trooper and did this episode while being very sick, so please support her in getting better by listening to this episode!

Other books discussed this week are Black's Myth #1 (Ahoy) by Eric Palicki, Wendell Cavalcanti, and Rob Steen; Way of the Hive: A Honey Bee's Story by Jay Hosler, and the Haha Anthology written by W. Maxwell Prince with multiple artists.

Episode 40: Onion Skin by Edgar Camacho

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000

The CDB Crew is back for the finale of their fourth season where they talk about the graphic novel from Mexican author and artist, Edgar Camacho, Onion Skin. They discuss the story telling devices used, the panel work, and the Camacho's ability to stay away from trope pits that more experienced authors easily fall down. They also discuss translations and whether chilaquiles are better with red or green sauce.

The group also gets into the recently announced Eisner nominations, Peow Studio closing and Sarah Gaydos stepping down as EIC of Oni/Lion Forge. Also at the last moment, Brian remembered that there is an excellent Kickstarter started by legendary editor Shelly Bond that he donated to and wanted everyone to else to chuck in a buck if they are able to.

Last the Crew discuss the ill-timing of a Fables adaptation and the Pulitzer Prize Committee choosing not to present the award for Best Editorial Cartoonist to any of the nominees this year.

Other comics discussed this episode are Coyote Doggirl by Lisa Hanawalt (Drawn and Quarterly); Namesake by Isabelle Melancon; and Luunarbaboon.

Here are some links from today's episode:

Peow Studio webstore: https://shop.peowstudio.com/

Lunar Baboon webcomic: http://www.lunarbaboon.com/comics/?currentPage=2

Namesake webcomic: https://www.namesakecomic.com/

Shelly Bond's Kickstarter for Filth & Grammar: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sxbond/filth-and-grammar

(Episode Artwork by Edgar Camacho)

Episode 39: What We Don't Talk About by Charlot Kristensen

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000

On this episode of CDB, the Crew talk about Charlot Kristensen's graphic novel, What We Don't Talk About. They all loved it, but Brian and Carrie particularly found it to be very similar to things they had experienced in the beginning of their relationship, so it quickly becomes a pretty candid conversation.

Other books discussed on this episode are Jenny Zero #1-2 (Dark Horse) by Dave Dwonch, Brock McKinney and Magenta King; Mochi by Gemma Gene; and Mamo #1 (Boom Box) by Sas Milledge.

(Episode Art by Charlot Kristensen)

Episode 38: Stillwater vol. 1: Rage, Rage by Chip Zdarsky, Ramon K. Perez, Mike Spicer and Rus Wooton

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 12:00:00 +0000

The Crew is back to talk about the first volume of Stilwater which is about a town whose citizens can not die. The book is pretty creepy and everyone had fun reading and talking about it. The hosts then discuss intentional and unintentional gatekeeping among comics fans caused by strongly expressing negative opinions about comics, creators or genres that the particular fan expressing the opinion may not like.

Other items discussed this episode are "My Name Is..." by Iskander Salim (New Naratif); Bunny Mask by Paul Tobin, Andrea Mutti, and Taylor Esposito (AfterShock); and Made in Korea #1 by Jeremy Holt, George Schall, and Adam Wollet (Image).

"My Name Is..." can be found here. https://newnaratif.com/comics/my-name-is/

(Episode Art by Ramon Perez)

Episode 37: The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen

Thu, 27 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000

This week the CDB Crew dives into the water and swims with the fantastic Graphic Novel, The Magic Fish by Trung Le Nguyen. There is so much to talk about when it comes to this story that the Crew decided not to have an additional discussion. However, don't fret, there's a lot of discussion to be had in this episode. Bottom line, The Magic Fish is a MUST read. There is a quick content warning before we discuss some tragic events, but they are marked with a quick interruption by Carrie

The hosts also go through news real quick, talking about the tragic and sudden death of Kentaro Miura, Punderworld getting a collected edition, Mech Cadet Yu getting green lighted for an animated show, and the release date of the Trese adaptation on Netflix.

Other books talked about on this episode include Snow Angels #1-4 (Comixology) by Jeff Lemire, Jock, and Steve Wands; Willow vol. 1 (BOOM) by Mariko Tamai, Natacha Bustos and Eleonora Bruni; and The Girl from the Sea (Scholastic) by Molly Knox Ostertag

(Episode art by Trung Le Nguyen)

Episode 36: Bitter Root vol. 1 by David F. Walker, Chuck Brown, Sanford Greene, Rico Renzi and Clayton Cowles with Richard Dupiton

Thu, 20 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000

The CDB Crew welcome special guest Richard Dupiton to discuss the first volume of the Harlem Renaissance period demon hunting series, Bitter Root including the wonderful character designs, story telling and much more to be found in this volume. Though he was very excited to talk about the entire series, Brian did a good job to not reveal any spoilers from the next volumes to the rest of the hosts including a moment that had filled his eyes with tears of joy.

The Crew then discuss what other independent comics they would like to see become tv shows or movies which results in Carrie telling everyone about the time she was awkward towards Terry Moore when she met him at a Convention.

Other books discussed this episode: Rangers of the Divide #1 by Megan Huang (Dark Horse), WWE: The New Day: Power of Positivity by Evan Narcisse, Austin Walker, and Daniel Bayliss (BOOM); Little Fox in the Forest by Stephanie Graegin; Red by Jed Alexander; Professional Crocodile by Giovanna Zoboli and Mariachiara Di Giorgio; and Marjorie Finnegan: Temporal Criminal #1 by Garth Ennis, Goran Suzuka and Miroslav Mrva (AWA: Upshot)

Richard can be found on all social media at @topcat360

(Episode Art by David F. Walker, Chuck Brown, Sanford Greene, Rico Renzi and Clayton Cowles)

Episode 35: SOUND: A Comics Anthology edited by Budjette Tan and Charis Loke

Thu, 13 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Hi All, the CBD Crew is back and this time Darci has brought a comic anthology exploring sound through comics to the table for us to discuss. All the contributors for this anthology are from Southern and Southeast Asia so it was a great way to broaden everyone's comic horizons. They talk about each entry but each host had a primary comic they wanted to feature. Brian had The Cat who Barks by Bryan Arfiandy, Carrie had Bonus Points by Benjamin Chee and Darci chose two with Hokken for Beginners by Nicolette Lee and On:Off by Xie Shi Min, Richard Phua, and Xiao Yan. The official Podcast Dog, Jonny, wanted to get in on this whole discussion of sound by providing very audible whines and toy squeaking in the background at points.

For this week's Round Table, the group talks about why there is not as many non-English written books translated into English than there should and could be, aside from the main factor of money, of course.

Other books discussed this week: Eve #1 (BOOM) by Victor LaValle, Jo Mi-Gyeong, Brittany Peer and AndWorld Design; Out and About #1-3 (Self Published) by Corinne Roberts, and the Medikidz Explain Epilepsy series.

Corinne Robert's website and store that includes Out and About can be found here: http://www.corinneroberts.net/.

(Episode Artwork by: Charis Loke)

Episode 34: Candy Flurry (Chapters 1 + 2) by Ippon Takegushi and Santa Mitarashi with Andrew Levins

Thu, 06 May 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Brian and Carrie welcome special guest, Andrew Levins to talk about the recently released first two chapters of the sweet mayhem of Candy Flurry which can be found in Shonen Jump Magazine as well as digitally on their app. The group also discuss getting into Manga from Comics and vice-versa as well as some fun tangents into The Snyder Cut, The Beatles and a few other things. It's a fun conversation throughout that dives into many things.

Other books discussed in this issue are Helm Greycastle #1, Giraffes on Horseback Salad, and Remina.

Levins can also be heard on the following podcasts: Serious Issues (https://seriousissues.tumblr.com/), All The Small Games (https://allthesmallgames.tumblr.com/), and Hey Fam...! (https://play.acast.com/s/hey-fam). His Mix-Tape Program and Podcast can be found at https://www.patreon.com/levdawg. Last but not least, Levin's first two volumes of his Nelson book series can be found at https://www.penguin.com.au/books/nelson-1-pumpkins-and-aliens-9781760893347 and https://www.penguin.com.au/books/nelson-2-broccoli-and-spies-9781760893392 .

(Episode artwork by Santa Mitarashi)

Episode 33: Afterlife with Archie by Roberto Aguirre-Sacasa, Francesco Francavilla, and Jack Morelli

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

The CDB Crew are back (from the grave) to talk about Riverdale and the zombie apocalypse in Afterlife with Archie. They also discuss the literary works of Neil Gaiman, bring up The Magic Fish for the third episode in a row, and the awakenings of sexuality that the salmon ladder on Arrow may have caused some viewers to have. The hosts also discuss whether or not professional comics creators should reveal and/or be judged on their pasts as a fanfic writer.

Other books covered this episode are At the Mountain Base, Djeliya, and The Many Deaths of Laila Starr.

For more info on IndigiPop X, go to https://www.indigipopx.com/?fbclid=IwAR1OiSleqLy6W51hvD97Uj406D9qJ6FdLmkgkHrPnVKaThPWGyWkYHrS5n8

Episode 32: Don't Go Without Me by Rosemary Valero-O'Connell and Homunculus by Joe Sparrow with Siobhan Coombs

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

We are back for another jam packed episode. This week Siobhan Coombs from King's Comics and the Serious Issues Podcast joins the CDB Crew to talk about two wonderful books from Shortbox Comics: Don't Go Without Me by Rosemary Valero-O'Connell and Homunculus by Joe Sparrow. The team also talk about how Conventions are and will probably be after the Pandemic as well as how inaccessible Ulysses by James Joyce is as a piece of literature. Other Comics discussed in this episode are Joe Sea-cret Agent, the new editions of Osamu Tezuka's comics Crime and Punishment and Storm Fairy, Understanding the Spectrum, and Umami: Starters,

The Serious Issues Podcast can be listened to here.

Click here for the King's Comics website.

Click here for more info on the Brazen Comics Festival

Understanding the Spectrum - A Comic Strip Explanation can be found here.

Ken Niimura's Umami can be purchased here

(Episode Art by Rosemary Valero-O'Connell and Joe Sparrow)

Episode 31: Interview with Tom Ward (Merrick: The Sensational Elephant Man) with Rebecca Hart

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0000

We're back from vacation! This episode we introduce Carrie as our newest permanent member of the CDB Crew and also have on returning guest, Rebecca Hart! Not only this, but we also interview writer Tom Ward about his series available through Kickstarter, Merrick: The Sensational Elephant Man as well as other things like him hosting his own digital convention even before COVID made it necessary.

Later, Rebecca, Carrie and Brian discuss whether or not independent comics do a better job than the Big Two when it comes to Representation. Also, stay tuned at the end because there may be an impromptu cameo made by Rebecca's cat.

Other comics discussed in this episode are Beasts of Burden: Occupied Territory #1, Beneath the Dead Oak Tree and current Kickstarter Lampblack.

Click here for more Tom Ward and Merrick

Rebecca can also be heard on The DCAU Podcast and Into the Knight: The Moon Knight Podcast

The Kickstarter Campaign for Lampblack can be found here

Check out the Kondansha Comics Humble Bundle here

(Episode artwork by Luke Parker)

Episode 30: Chihayafuru vol 1 and 2 by Yuki Suetsugu

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

For both the end of Sports Month and Season Three, Brian and Darci talk about the sports manga, Chihayafuru. They also dive into the competitive card game, Karuta, what is and what is not a sport, winning an Oscar, and much more. Also both of the hosts realize that a lot of books they spoke about this season are from the same genre and look to branch out in future episodes. There is a special segment for the end of season as well as a few reveals about the show for the next round. Other books discussed in this episode are Ultramega, Tatashe vol 1 and 2, Shadecraft and A Shot in the Arm! Big Ideas that Changed the World.

Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by Brian and Darci which covers the world of Independent Comics. For a list of episodes, socials and emails, and to request a topic for a future episode please visit comicsdeservebetter.wordpress.com.

(Episode artwork by Yuki Suetsugu)

Episode 29: Fence vol. 1 by C.S. Pacat, Johanna the Mad, Jim Campbell, and Joana LaFuente

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 12:00:00 +0000

Welcome to Week three of our sports month where Darci and Brian talk about the romance sports manga-esque series Fence, which is about, you guessed it, putting up fences. Or maybe it's about selling stolen goods, Most likely, since it's sports month, it's about the sport of fencing. Other items discussed in this episode include an article about the forgotten West African artist Ibrahim Njoya, Orphan and the Five Beasts, Cats! Purrfect Strangers and Undone by Blood or The Other Side of Eden.

(Episode artwork by Johanna the Mad)

Episode 28: 21: The Story of Roberto Clemente by Wilfred Santiago

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

Sports month continues on the CDB Podcast with this week's main topic: 21: The Story of Roberto Clemente by Wilfred Santiago which dive's in the interesting life and philanthropy of the Hall of Fame Baseball Player. Darci and Brian also discuss Dead Dog's Bite #1, Virtually Yours, BRZRKR #1, The Incredible Nellie Bly, Proctor Valley Road and a lively discussion about local Cryptids at the end of the episode.

Quick correction: Brian had videogames on the brain and accidentally said the name of the co-writer of Proctor Valley Road is "Alex Kidd" when it's actually Alex Child. Brian needs to put his Sega down and pay more attention.

(Episode artwork by Wilfred Santiago)

Episode 27: Dragon Hoops by Gene Luen Yang

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 13:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode. Brian and Darci cover the 2019 graphic novel, Dragon Hoops by Gene Luen Yang. They spend over an hour going over everything from basketball, to racism, to the general treatment of youth athletes. It's a great graphic novel that is packed with a lot of information, so there is a lot to talk about this week. Also, Brian breaks the rules slightly and talks about the Milestone Comics revival and Darci continues the conversation from last episode about the work of cartoonist Vernon Grant. Other books discussed in this episode are By The Horns #1, Jonna and the Unpossible Monsters #1 and the upcoming Tidesong by Wendy Xu.

(Episode artwork by Gene Luen Yang)

Episode 26: Run Wild by K.I. Zachopoulos, Vincenzo Balzano and Deron Bennett

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

We're back despite the internet going down in Brian's neighborhood and forced to record a day later with the internet still being less than stellar. This week Darci and Brian discuss the beautiful graphic novel, Run Wild. They also discuss an article about forgotten comic creator Vernon Grant, We Live #5, Two Moons #1 and Mao vol. 1.

(Episode Artwork by Vincenzo Balzano)

Episode 25: Heathen by Natasha Alterici, Rachel Deering, Ashley A. Woods, and Morgan Martinez

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

On this episode, Brian and Darci head north to talk about the Viking Adventure Drama, Heathen. The conversation dives into Norse Mythology, clothing, mermaids, and choosing settings for stories. They also discuss further on Even Though We're Adults as well as The Last Witch #2. Plus quick discussions about Shadow Doctor #1 and The Girl without a Face vol. 1. Due to the recent storms in the Midwest, the sound quality is less than stellar, but nevertheless everything is pretty audible and listenable.

(Episode Artwork by Natasha Alterici)

Episode 24: Paper Girls vol. 1 & 2 by Brian K Vaughan, Cliff Chiang, Matthew Wilson, and Jered K. Fletcher

Fri, 12 Feb 2021 04:57:55 +0000

After some technical difficulties, we're back!

On this week episode, Darci and Brian dive into the first two volumes of Paper Girls. They also discuss Head Lopper #14, Luna #1 By the Horns #1 and The Grande Odalisque.

(Episode Artwork by Cliff Chiang and Matthew Wilson)

Episode 23: A Map to the Sun by Sloane Leong

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 13:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode, Darci and Brian go over Sloane Leong's fantastic graphic novel: A Map to the Sun. From the story to the amazing colors, there's a lot to talk about. The recently announced GLAAD award nominees as well as the proposed Image Comics Cruise. Other books and articles discussed in this issue are Something is Killing the Children #14, Resonant #7, Even Though We’re Adults vol. 1, and "Translating British and US-American Graphic Novels into French: A Conversation with the Translator Lili Sztajn”.

(Episode Art by Sloane Leong)

Episode 22: Sleepless by Sarah Vaughan, Leila del Duca, Alissa Sallah, and Deron Bennett with Jake Fortier

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 14:00:00 +0000

On this week's episode, Brian and Darci are joined by Jake Fortier and we cover the modern classic, Sleepless; it's a well crafted story, has beautiful art, and some of the best costuming ever to be featured in a comic. Other things covered include Origins, To Your Eternity, Orcs!, Luna, Stake, and Scott Pilgrim vs. the World: The Game Complete Edition.

Check out Jake's Podcast, "Tales from the Holocron" as well as "Wine Mums" here. Jake's Twitter is @krakoanmimosa.

(Episode art by Leila Del Duca and Alissa Sallah)

Episode 21: Princess Jellyfish vol. 1 by Akiko Hagashimura with Carrie

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 14:00:00 +0000

We're back from our Winter Sabbatical with a new episode! In fact, it's our first episode with a Manga as our main course! We are joined by Carrie this episode as we dive into the Fashionable and Otaku world of Princess Jellyfish. We also discuss the McDuffie Awards nominees and a couple book announcements. We also have a quick discussion about Gatekeeping at the end and encourage everyone to welcome anyone who is interested in this crazy hobby of ours to sit down and read an issue or two with us.

Other books discussed in this episode: Ind-xed, The Book of Human Insects, Sarah's Scribbles, Crimson Flower, Abbot 1973 and Little Witches: Magic in Concord

Thank you everyone!

(Episode Art by Akiko Hagashimura)

Episode 20: Klaus by Grant Morrison, Dan Mora, and Ed Dukeshire

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 14:00:00 +0000

It's the Comics Deserve Better Season 2 finale, the last episode of 2020, and Logan's last episode as co-host/editor.

Brian, Darci, and Logan get into the spirit of the holiday season and discuss Grant Morrison, Dan Mora, and Ed Dukeshire's "Santa Claus Year One" story, Klaus, its magical art, mythological themes, and how it fits into Morrison's body of work. They also chat about various news items, including a couple of indie comics Humble Bundles you can support, Fantagraphics publishing its first translated-from-Polish comic, a new BOOM! series from Grant Morrison that isn't Klaus, and Vault teasing their 2021 slate of creative teams.

Other comics mentioned on the show are Overwatch-Tracer: London Calling, The Way of the House Husband, Barbalien: Red Planet, Gideon Falls, BL Metamorphosis, and Edgar Allan Poe's Snifter of Blood.

Have a great holiday, and we'll see you in 2021!

(Episode art by Dan Mora)

Episode 19: Papaya Salad by Elisa Macellari

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 15:00:00 +0000

On the penultimate episode of Comics Deserve Better Season 2, Brian, Darci, and Logan discuss the historical fiction/biography/magical realism comic Papaya Salad by Elisa Macellari. This 2020 release is an Thai/Italian comic about Macellari's great-uncle as he goes from rural Thailand to serving in the military in Europe on the eve of World War II and gives a unique perspective on this historical conflict.

Also, there's the usual news chatter including new Image comics by Guillem March and James Harren, upcoming books Brindille and Chef's Kiss, and Dan Rather working on a graphic novel. There's also a discussion of Grant Morrison doing an origin story for Atomahawk, more R-rated Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and finally, an obituary for legendary cartoonist, Richard Corben.

Other comics mentioned on the podcast were Homunculus, Gonzalo, Minotaar, Cry Wolf Girl, Under the Dead Oak Tree, Karmela Krimm, Phonogram: Singles Club, Ronin Island, The Picture of Everything Else, and Reckless.

(Episode art by Elisa Macellari)

Episode 18: Breaks Volume 1 by Malin Ryden and Emma Vieceli (ft. Rebecca Hart)

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 15:00:00 +0000

The amazing Rebecca Hart joins Logan, Brian, and Darci to chat about the first volume of the queer, British YA comic Breaks by Malin Ryden and Emma Vieceli. They also break down the latest indie comics (or comics adjacent) news like Umbrella Academy's Elliot Page coming out, a new Witchblade creative team, and David Lee Roth's foray into the world of graphic novels (And VR?)

Other comics mentioned on the show, include Porcelain, Legend of Zelda by Hand Drawn Games, Gunnerkrigg Court, Grind Like A Girl, Ind-Xed, Home Sick Pilots, Stillwater, and Gorillaz Almanac.

(Episode art by Emma Vieceli)

Episode 17: The Book Tour by Andi Watson

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 15:00:00 +0000

After a week off for Thanksgiving, Brian, Darci, and Logan are back to talk about indie comics. They discuss the announcement of the upcoming Houghton Mifflin graphic novel The Worst Ronin, the remastering of Mike Grell's legendary Jon Sable, Freelance series. and maybe dig into yaoi manga a little bit too much.

Then, they chat about Andi Watson's 2020 comic The Book Tour, the black and white saga of an author who can't sell a single copy of his book and keeps getting put up in worse and worse hotels and ends up in a quite conundrum and wrap up things up by mentioning what they're thankful for in 2020. Other comics mentioned on the show include A Girl Walks Home Alone At Night, Fake, I Walk with Monsters, Lumberjanes: End of Summer, Trese, and Kill A Man.

(Episode art by Andi Watson)

Episode 16: 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank by Matthew Rosenberg, Tyler Boss, and Thomas Mauer

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0000

On this episode of Comics Deserve Better, Brian and Logan geek out about the darkly comedic, crime comic 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank by Matthew Rosenberg, Tyler Boss, and Thomas Mauer. They break down the cast of annoying, yet endearing middle school-aged characters, their favorite sequences, and the connections that this Black Mask Studios masterpiece has to other works of pop culture.

Brian and Logan also discuss the latest indie comics news, including Graham Coxon's comic Superstate from Z2, the announcement of Vault's queer monster love story Hollow Heart and Geoff Johns and Gary Frank's creator-owned series Geiger, and a new ordering format from Scout Comics. They also talk about the upcoming Black Hammer: Visions and their dream creators on the miniseries.

Other comics mentioned on the show are We Only Find Them When They're Dead, Getting It Together, A Girl Walks Home Alone at Night, and 12 Reasons to Die.

(Episode art by Tyler Boss)

Episode 15: Dept. H, Volume 1 "Pressure" by Matt Kindt and Sharlene Kindt

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0000

On this episode of Comics Deserve Better, Brian, Darci, and Logan take a little undersea voyage and discuss the gorgeous visuals, complex characters, and clever storytelling of Matt Kindt and Sharlene Kindt's Dept. H from Dark Horse Comics. Seriously, this is a beautiful book with one hell of a mystery plot.

They also discuss this week's comics news, including Grant Morrison coming out as non-binary, the announcement of the Luther Strode and Henchgirl TV shows, the podcast Bubble becoming comic, and new books from Steve Skroce (Post Americana) and Mike Mignola (Young Hellboy: The Hidden Land)

Other comics mentioned on the show include Wynd, Origins, Red Atlantis, Planet Paradise, Spice & Wolf, and Ablaze's The Cimmerian.

(Episode art by Matt Kindt)

Episode 14: Maids by Katie Skelly

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 14:00:00 +0000

Take a break from doom scrolling and listen to some chatter about great indie comics. Brian, Darci, and Logan cover their first Fantagraphics comic and get their true crime and class warfare on as they gush over Maids by Katie Skelly, which tells the story of the infamous Christine and Lea Papin murders.

They also discuss Bad Idea's business strategy, the upcoming release of Archaia's Girlsplaining, Mirka Andolfo's Merciless, and cross over to the music world and preview Mitski's upcoming soundtrack for a Z2 comic. Other comics mentioned on the show include Blue in Green, Shuzo Oshimi's Inside Marai, Heavy, Eniac, Under-Earth, and Happy Hour.

(Episode art by Katie Skelly)

Episode 13: These Savage Shores by Ram V, Sumit Kumar, Vittorio Astone, Aditya Bidikar

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 13:00:00 +0000

On this week's Comics Deserve Better, Brian, Darci, and Logan dig into These Savage Shores by Ram V, Sumit Kumar, Vittorio Astone, and Aditya Bidikar. It's historical fiction-meets-horror set in 18th century Southeast India and effectively decolonizes the vampire story while also riffing on epistolary novels and nine panel grids. They also chat about the 2020 Ringo Award winners, Copra's new publishing format, and Elsa Charretier's KickStarter.

Other comics mentioned on the show include Dracula Motherf**ker, Shuzo Oshimi's Happiness, Edgar Allan Poe's Snifter of Blood, Sympathy for No Devils, Papaya Salad, and Sophia Yanow's Contradiction

(Episode art by Sumit Kumar)

Episode 12: Beyond the Demon, The Sea by Ben Goldsmith, Davy Broyles, and Justin Birch/Burning Tree by Nuna

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 13:00:00 +0000

On this week's Comics Deserve Better, Brian, Darci, and Logan discuss a couple of horror one-shots from Source Point Press. The comics are the maritime scarefest Beyond the Demon, The Sea by Ben Goldsmith, Davy Broyles, and Justin Birch and the almost-silent Gothic horror book Burning Tree by Nuna. They also chat about indie comics news like Heavy Metal's Magma Comix imprint, Abbott 1973, TKO's third wave of graphic novel, and Dark Horse Comics' Halloween sale. Other comics mentioned on the show include Culdesac, Blood on the Tracks, Die, Bitter Root, Death of the Horror Anthology, and Maids.

(Episode art by Nuna)

Episode 11: Interview with Zoe Thorogood (The Impending Blindness of Billie Scott)

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 20:42:38 +0000

After a short hiatus, Comics Deserve Better is back and ready to cover your favorite indie comics! In this episode, Brian and Logan interview talented writer/artist Zoe Thorogood about her debut graphic novel, The Impending Blindness of Billie Scott. They chat about everything from color palettes and character designs to the power of art to inspire and even video games! Later, Darci joins the fun to talk about the indie comics Bang!, The Citric Arc, Getting It Together, We Live, Stillwater, and The True Lives of the Fabulous Killjoys: National Anthem.

(Episode art by Zoe Thorogood.)

Episode 10: Corpus- A Comic Anthology of Bodily Ailments

Thu, 24 Sep 2020 13:00:00 +0000

In the Comics Deserve Better Season 1 finale, Brian, Darci, and Logan talk about the end of Stumptown (The TV show) and Lumberjanes as well as Brian Stelfreeze's new creator owned title. They also cover selected stories from the graphic medicine masterpiece, Corpus: A Comic Anthology of Bodily Ailments and talk about their personal connections to them. The episode and season wraps up with previews of Seen: True Stories of Marginalized Trailblazers, Trungles' The Magic Fish, and Steve Orlando and Davide Tinto's Commanders in Crisis plus all of the hosts' favorite comic of the season!

(Episode art by Mark Wang)

Episode 9: Copra Round One by Michel Fiffe

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 13:22:02 +0000

In the penultimate episode of this season of Comics Deserve Better, Brian, Darci, and Logan talk about the re-release of the Scott Pilgrim beat 'em up and the Little Bird prequel. However, the main attraction is a lively chat about Michel Fiffe's ass-kicking Silver Age-Ditko-meets-Bronze-Age-Ostrander pastiche, Copra. Other comics mentioned, include On the Stump, Klaus Hargreeves' solo comic, Slaughterhouse-Five, Flower of the Deep Sleep, and Heavy #1.

Episode 8: Fearscape by Ryan O'Sullivan, Andrea Mutti, Vladmir Popov, and Andworld Design

Thu, 10 Sep 2020 13:00:00 +0000

Brian, Darci, and Logan court controversy yet again by discussing the news about the Keanu Reeves/BOOM! Studios KickStarter BRZKR as well as the announcement of the 4 Kids Walk Into the Bank film and the 2020 Ignatz Awards. But the main event of the episode is a discussion of Ryan O'Sullivan and Andrea Mutti's Vault Comics fantasy series Fearscape. Two of our hosts liked this book, but one was definitely drinking the haterade. You'll have to listen to the episode to find out who's who. Finally, other comics mentioned in this episode include Tartarus, Akagami no Shirayukihime, Grendel Kentucky, Ice Cream Man Presents: Quarantine Comix, Seance Tea Party, and Powers: The Best Ever.

(Episode art by Andrea Mutti)

Episode 7: Suffrajitsu: Mrs. Pankhurst’s Amazons by Tony Wolf, Joao Vieira, Josan Gonzales, and Ed Dukeshire

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Comics Deserve Better, Brian, Darci, and Logan remember the life and work of actor Chadwick Boseman, discuss the racist behavior of cartoonist Noelle Stevenson on a She-Ra livestream, and preview the Harvey Awards. Then, they chat about the super fun alternate history comic Suffrajitsu: Mrs. Pankhurst's Amazons by Tony Wolf and Joao Vieira. Other comics mentioned on the show include Ghosted in LA, Winter Parting, Inkblot, Lonely Receiver, We Only Find Them When We're Dead, and the upcoming Department of Truth.

(Episode Art by Joao Vieira)

Episode 6: Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me by Mariko Tamaki and Rosemary Valero-O'Connell

Wed, 26 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0000

In a jam packed episode of Comics Deserve Better, Brian, Darci, and Logan discuss the latest indie comics news, including Valiant's move to L.A., Peter Milligan's new comic for Ahoy, and comics used as tools of democratic activism in Thailand. But the main topic of the podcast is the YA LGBTQ+ comic masterpiece Laura Dean Keeps Breaking Up with Me, and some of us get a little personal in chatting about this beautiful story of friendship, romance, growing up, and toxic relationships. Other comics mentioned on the show include Gideon Falls, Adler, and Mega Man: Fully Charged as well as the Source Point Press titles Bug Bites and Burning Tree.

(Episode art by Rosemary Valero O'Connell)

Episode 5: Folklords by Matt Kindt, Matt Smith, Chris O’Halloran, Jim Campbell

Thu, 20 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Comics Deserve Better, Brian, Darci, and Logan discuss cartoonist Kate Leth's pattern of racism, transphobia, and fatphobia. Logan shares some of his personal experiences with Leth, and this is very much editorial and not news reporting. Next, they talk about some great indie comics like Undone by Blood, Helena Rose, "Checking Out" from Medium, and the Manga Classics series as well as upcoming titles like Black Mask Studios' The Last Song #3 and The Impending Blindness of Billie Scott. Finally, his week's "Main Course" is Matt Kindt and Matt Smith's fantasy series Folklords, which leads to a hearty debate among the hosts and many Tolkien references.

(Episode art by Jeff Smith)

Episode 4: Descender #1-7 by Jeff Lemire, Dustin Nguyen, and Steve Wands

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0000

In this episode of Comics Deserve Better, Brian, Darci, and Logan gush over the first arc of Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen's 2015 space opera comic, Descender. Stay tuned for chatter about small robots, big robots, and great watercolor art. Other comics mentioned on the show, include Robert Kirkman and Chris Samnee's blockbuster Fire Power, self-published darlings Post and Stella vs. the Tinder Box, Tom Taylor and Daniele Di Nicuolo's Seven Secrets, Evan Dahm's Harrowing of Hell, and more.

(Episode art by Dustin Nguyen)

Episode 3: Daytripper by Fábio Moon, Gabriel Bá, Dave Stewart, and Sean Konot

Thu, 06 Aug 2020 13:00:00 +0000

In this week's Comic Deserve Better, Brian, Darci, and Logan discuss Fábio Moon, Gabriel Bá', and Dave Stewart's life and death masterpiece, Daytripper, and get emotional and occasionally personal while breaking down the craft of this great title. They also chat about a plethora of recent indie releases ranging from Singaporean newspaper comics about Covid-19 and self-published comics about going to movie theaters (Remember those!) to Vault Comics' Finger Guns, Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips' Pulp, and the manga, Yona of the Dawn. There's something for everyone in this episode!

(Episode art by Fábio Moon and Gabriel Bá.)

Episode 2: The Old Guard by Greg Rucka, Leandro Fernandez, Daniela Miwa, Jodi Wynne

Wed, 29 Jul 2020 13:00:00 +0000

In the second episode of Comics Deserve Better, Brian, Darci, and Logan react to the 2020 Eisners and discuss the 2017 Greg Rucka and Leandro Fernandez comic, The Old Guard. Or what Logan likes to call "Blackwater, but queer".

Other books talked about on the show include the webcomics Fangs by Sarah Andersen, Gunnerkrigg Court by Tom Siddell, and Clover and Nugget by Phil Sheldon as well as Scout Comics' Yasmeen #1 and Tales from the Pandemic by Mario Candelaria and a bunch of awesome artists.

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(Episode art by Michael Lark)

Episode 1: The American Dream? by Shing Yin Khor

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 02:26:35 +0000

In the inaugural episode of Comics Deserve Better, indie comics fans Brian, Logan (Graphic Policy), and Darci (Books and Serial) introduce themselves and discuss the graphic memoir The American Dream?: A Journey on Route 66 Discovering Dinosaur Statues, Muffler Men, and the Perfect Breakfast Burrito by Shing Yin Khor. It's a surprisingly optimistic story about a non-binary Malaysian-American cartoonist and their dog Bug's journey down Route 66 from California to Chicago.

As well as this comic, we also discuss the implications of the relationship between Dynamite Entertainment and Comicsgate as well several other indie comics like Heathen (Vault), Adventureman (Image), Now (Salmon), Canto and the Clockwork Fairies (IDW), Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of Comics (Ten Speed), and the free comics platform, Graphite.

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