In this episode, we welcome comic book creators Vince Sunico and Terry Kavanagh to talk about their exciting new Kickstarter project, Heroes Be Damned. Vince, known for his dynamic artwork and storytelling, teams up with Terry, whose extensive career includes work on major Marvel titles like X-Men and Spider-Man, to bring fans a dark and gritty tale that turns the superhero genre on its head. The duo discusses their creative process, the challenges of launching an independent comic in today's market, and why they believe now is the perfect time for a story that doesn't pull any punches.

Back Heroes Be Damned now (until June 27) here: http://kck.st/3ZDI0zY! You can follow Vince on Instagram @vinsun316 and Terry on Facebook. And check out 247 Comics at their website, 247comics.com.

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On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of Jaws, we're joined by Marty Milner to discuss his work on Steven Spielberg's legendary thriller. Marty takes us behind the scenes of one of cinema's most influential films, sharing insights into the production challenges, the infamous mechanical shark "Bruce," and the innovative filmmaking techniques that helped create a summer blockbuster phenomenon. We explore how the film's troubled production on Martha's Vineyard ultimately led to some of its greatest strengths, the collaborative process with Spielberg during his early career, and the lasting impact Jaws had on both the film industry and popular culture. We also touch on the film's legacy, its spawning of the summer blockbuster era, and what it was like being part of a movie that would become one of the most quoted and referenced films in cinema history.

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Writer Mark Russell joins us to discuss his path into comics, beginning with his breakthrough work God Is Disappointed in You, a satirical retelling of the Bible with cartoons by Shannon Wheeler that launched his unique career. We explore Mark's knack for breathing new life into seemingly impossible properties, from the reboot Prez and his surprising take on The Flintstones to his bold reimagining of Snagglepuss as a gay playwright facing McCarthyism in Exit, Stage Left!: The Snagglepuss Chronicles. Mark reveals his attraction to underestimated and dormant properties like the Wonder Twins, discusses the inspiration behind his controversial Second Coming series and reflects on the backlash it generated. We also dive into his Eisner Award-winning humor work Not All Robots, his collaboration process with artists like Mike Deodato, and his special creative partnership with Mike Allred on Superman: Space Age and Batman: Dark Age.

Mark's recent Traveling to Mars series was just collected into trade paperback, and the second issue of the Vanishing Point anthology, comes out today, June 18! You can follow Mark on his website, markrussellbooks.com, and on Instagram and Bluesky @manruss.

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Brazilian creator Sam Fonseca joins us to discuss his journey from discovering comics to becoming a distinctive voice in the cartooning community. We explore his early days self-publishing in São Paulo's independent scene and how those formative experiences shaped his creative perspective. Sam walks us through his acclaimed works including the HQMix Prize-nominated Age of Rust and the lighthearted webcomic Dynamite & Laser Beam, before diving deep into his latest graphic novel Shadowplay: Midnight School. The haunting tale centers on a school plagued by recurring nightmares, and Sam reveals the inspiration behind its concept, his deliberate use of grayscale punctuated by explosive color sequences, and how his unconventional panel layouts enhance the nightmare sequences. We discuss his fascinating process of creating soundtracks for his comics and how the social commentary about class divisions weaves through the narrative. Finally, we look ahead to future Shadowplay installments and his upcoming projects.

Also, if you didn't know, Sam is responsible for the super-cool new theme music that plays at the beginning of each Dollar Bin Bandits episode! You can follow Sam on his site, samfonseca.com, his YouTube channel, youtube.com/@MrSamfonseca, and/or on Instagram @samuelgfonseca

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Today we welcome acclaimed Australian comic book artist Nicola Scott to discuss her journey from Sydney theater and costume design to becoming one of the most celebrated artists in the American comic book industry. With a history in theater and costume design, Nicola started pursuing a comics career in 2001 and by 2006 was the first Australian to become a staple of the U.S. mainstream, establishing herself through stunning work on DC titles including Birds of Prey, Secret Six, Teen Titans, and Earth 2. In 2016, she and writer Greg Rucka relaunched Wonder Woman for DC Rebirth and created the comic series Black Magick, which was published by Image. Nicola shares insights into her artistic process, the challenges of working across different genres, balancing freelance and creator-owned projects, and how her background influences her approach to character design and storytelling, especially in the third chapter of Wonder Woman: Historia.

Her new series with Greg Rucka, Cheetah and Cheshire Rob the Justice League, premieres on August 6, wherever you get comics. You can find and follow Nicola on her website, nicolascottart.com, and all the socials @nicolascottart.

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Today, we've got accomplished Marvel artist and character creator Tom Rasch to explore his diverse career spanning film, video games, and comics. Tom shares his journey from penciling titles like Punisher 2099 to becoming a sought-after concept artist for video games and film projects, including his redesign of the Hardy Boys for Nancy Drew Games and his work on Sony PlayStation Network titles. Tom discusses his transition into creating original intellectual properties, particularly his breakout character Black Alpha, which gained mainstream recognition through USA Today and merchandise appearances on CBS's "The Big Bang Theory" before being optioned for film and TV development, along with updates about his other original characters The Bondsman and Salem Tusk.

You can follow Tom on Instagram @trasch65.

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In this episode, we sit down with veteran writer/editor Tom Peyer for a career-spanning conversation that traces his remarkable journey from underground cartoonist to one of today's most innovative publishers. Beginning with his early years in underground papers and the Syracuse New Times, we delve into his pivotal editorial years at DC and Vertigo during the transformative 90s era. Tom shares insights from his beloved tenure on Legion of Super-Heroes, his creative vision for reviving Hourman, and his collaborative process with writers like Mark Waid. We spend a lot of time on AHOY Comics, the company that Tom co-founded and now leads as EIC, discussing its original vision and evolution into a unique voice in today's market. Through titles like The Wrong Earth, Tom has masterfully deconstructed superhero tropes, and he shares his perspective on the current comics industry landscape.

You can follow Tom everywhere from Instagram @tombobpeyer to Bluesky‪ @tompeyer.bsky.social‬. And of course, you can find AHOY at their site comicsahoy.com and all over the socials.

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3...2...1...Ignition! Today, we welcome Filip Sablik and Jeremy Haun to discuss their ambitious new venture, Ignition Press. Launched in late 2024, the company represents a bold new chapter for Filip, who departed his role as President of Publishing & Marketing at BOOM! Studios after 12 years, and Jeremy, the acclaimed creator known for works like The Beauty. Joined by former IDW Editor-in-Chief Jamie S. Rich and film producer Eric Gitter, the team has assembled to create something different in the comics publishing landscape, focusing on horror, science fiction, crime, and fantasy while eschewing traditional superhero fare. We explore the genesis of Ignition Press and their philosophy of building overlapping communities around genre-focused content, with an upcoming slate featuring creators like Cullen Bunn, Stephanie Williams, Leah Williams, Jim McCann, and Si Spurrier.

You can follow Ignition on Instagram @ignitionpress.

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