Join Sal, Tom and John, as they are joined by Hilary Barta and Mike Norton. The gang talks about the road to, and the journey of, being a freelance comic book artist. Along the way we make a few detours to discuss The Watchmen, what it is like to be in a bar with a dead man, and how to avoid bear attacks. Tom introduces a new segment - Letter Page Classics! Don't miss a second of the hilarity, irreverence and infunimation. Listen Now!
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Gene Colan has helped define some of comics most cherished characters and properties. Whether you know his work from Iron-Man, Captain America, Howard the Duck, Dr. Strange, Tomb of Dracula, Daredevil or countless others, his style and skill are unmistakable. Around Comics welcomes one of the true legends in comics for a discussion about his life and career. From his time serving in World War II to his upcoming Captain America project with Ed Brubaker, we cover all the bases with "Gentleman" Gene Colan. Download this Episode Subscribe to our iTunes Feed

Digital distribution is one of the hot button topics in the fast paced ever changing world of comics and technology. Still in it's infancy, digital distribution has for the most part been another word for comic book piracy, but things are changing. This week we talk with Chris Crank of Devil's Due Publishing about a new venture. It's called Pullboxonline.com and it is an online store that sells digital versions of comics. We discuss the pros and cons of digital comics and where we think the industry is headed. Download this Episode Subscribe to our iTunes…

Powerful forces from beyond have brought together a podtastic panel for this weeks News and Reviews. Join Chris, Tom and Sal as they are joined by New X-Men artist Skottie Young, Scar Tissue artist Dave Wachter, and Comic Book Queer hosts Eric and Stevie D, as they discuss The Bill Finger Awards, the William Gaines movie, Jim Shooter's return to the Valiant Universe, Stan's signing with Disney, and who is dead or alive in the world of comics. And don't miss the second half of the show as the Ghost of John Siuntres and Tom fight it out about Avenger's…

On this week's episode of Around Comics, Sal and Chris are joined by John Siuntres and Jeffrey Brown. Jeffrey has a new book out called Funny Misshapen Body, and our favorite Chicago based indie creator drops by to talk about the new book, writer for a book publisher, the differences between auto-bio work and his other works and much more. The panel answers listener e-mails regarding good jumping on points for DC, and more questions about the Kindle. Listen Now!
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Being a Comic Book Artist - Join us as we talk with Skottie Young, artist of New X-Men, and Mike Norton, artist of The All-New Atom, as we discuss the ins and outs of being a professional comic book artist. From working with writers and scripts, to breakdowns, thumbnails and finished pages, we quiz the boys on what it really is like to work for Marvel and DC. Beyond the "How To Draw", this informative, funny and educational look at the working habits of two of comics brightest young stars is a must listen for aspiring artists and non-artists alike.…