Category: Podcasts

Webcomic News Roundup: Google Gets A Talking-To, Zero Punctuation Rages

Webcomic News Roundup: Google Gets A Talking-To, Zero Punctuation Rages

It’s a light one this week, as many of us on this side of the pond are enjoying a day off and trying to stay as far away from a computer as possible.

Attentive Twitter-stalkers already know that Diesel Sweeties‘ Rich Stevens and Octopus Pie‘s Meredith Gran spent some time in San Francisco last month as guest speakers at Google HQ, but now the video of their speech has been posted on YouTube for everyone to enjoy — not just the lucky cogs in the Great Google Machine.

The video is posted below, and once you get past the somewhat timid introduction, it’s a really enjoyable presentation that features some great behind-the-scenes elements of both webcomics.

 

 

On a semi-related note, Gary Tyrrell of Fleen is still waiting for any questions about Rich Stevens’ decision to opt out of his Diesel Sweeties print syndication deal.

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ComicMix Radio: Dealing A ‘Royal Flush’

ComicMix Radio: Dealing A ‘Royal Flush’

Looking for some quick, fun beach reading that covers comics, movies, indie music, comedy, web radio and more? We take a look at Royal Flush Magazine, plus:

Invincible scores a sell-out

Flash gets a boost from a TV scribe

— More on those nifty Collection Drawers and a cool new product you will want, too!

Inside the mind of Gary Busey? Really? Press the button if you dare!

 

 

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ComicMix Radio: Lots of New Comics and a New Place to Put Them!

ComicMix Radio: Lots of New Comics and a New Place to Put Them!

[EDITOR’S NOTE: This episode of ComicMix Radio was initially scheduled to go live yesterday, but was delayed due to some technical issues. When you listen to the broadcast, please close your eyes and pretend it is Tuesday for maximum effect. -RM]

Back from Wizard World we have a few more bits o’ news to share plus our weekly run down of new comics and DVDs. Then we unveil a new way to clean up those piles of comics you have all over the place.

And where does Vampire Hunter D fit in? Press the button and you’ll see!

 

 

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ComicMix Radio: Wind Down at Wizard World

ComicMix Radio: Wind Down at Wizard World

We put the wrap on this year’s show with some fan comments on the event, a quick tidbit from Marvel on a new Young Avengers one shot and the story of one group of guys who turned this years trek to Chicago into a new publishing venture.

Come on, one more time – just for us? Press the button!

 

 

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ComicMix Radio: Wizard World Chicago Day Two – Sadness and Confusion

ComicMix Radio: Wizard World Chicago Day Two – Sadness and Confusion

Saddened by the loss of Michael Turner, activity here in Chicago got off to a slow start today. Things, however, took a left turn when Dynamic Forces dropped the news that they were the new publishers of the Judge Dredd/2000AD line as well as The Phantom. Fans and fellow publishers were all shocked at the announcement and you get it right here, plus:

— Gail Simone spills on The Secret Six

— The future of Shazam

— More summer reading to hunt down…

Join us on the floor by just pressing the button!

 

 

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ComicMix Radio: Grab Some Comics and Head West!

ComicMix Radio: Grab Some Comics and Head West!

Wizard World Chicago begins in just two days and we have almost 100 things to help pass the time – most of which are new comics and DVDs in the stores hours from now, plus:

— Another Supergirl – the Peter David version – is headed back to DC

— Bane joins The Secret Six

— Get ready for The Marvel Super Hero Squad and the "Wacky Adventures of Wolvie"

Don’t forget – we will be broadcasting direct from Wizard World on Friday, Saturday & Sunday (there will be no Thursday ‘cast this week) so you won’t miss a thing. Hurry and  Press the Button – we have to pack!

 
 

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ComicMix Radio: Marvel’s History Beautifully Bound

ComicMix Radio: Marvel’s History Beautifully Bound

DK Publishing has announced Marvel Chronicles, a high-end hardcover that takes fans from the ’40s to the present day in Marvel history with a few interesting twists. Comic historian Peter Sanderson, one of the creators of the project, gives us an exclusive look at this "must have" goodie, plus:

— The next Transformers saga is ready, but where are the Autobots?

Kick Ass out of print – again

Greatest American Hero in comics

Okay, stop singing "Believe It Or Not" and press the button!

 

 

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ComicMix Radio: Kicking Off An Award-Winning Summer

ComicMix Radio: Kicking Off An Award-Winning Summer

School is out, the weather is warm and the Harvey Award nominations brought us great news! Congratulations to Robert Tinnell and Marc Wheatley of EZ Street for their well-deserved recognition. Now sit back and meet the lady who is putting "boobage" into comics this summer, plus

— Kyle Baker tells us what is it like to host The Harveys

Three Delivery Comes to Nicktoons

— And yes, Garfield is back

We admit it , two out of three aren’t bad – just press the button!

 

 

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ComicMix Radio: The Hulk’s Kid Goes Hollywood!

ComicMix Radio: The Hulk’s Kid Goes Hollywood!

So you were pleasantly surprised at The Incredible Hulk, and you still can’t shake that ending to Battlestar: Galactica. There is nothing better to do than plunge on with this week’s latest batch of new comics and DVDs, plus: 

 
• Skarr Son Of Hulk gets a movie tie-in
• Robotech gets a screen writer
• Bottle o’ wine for ol’ Green Skin
 
So was that really Earth? Wait!  Don’t dwell on that…  just Press the Button!

 

 

 

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