Matt Miner is an outspoken creator who never shies away from his values. Through his work with Black Mask Studios he is currently releasing "Lab Raiders", heralded as "your new favorite animal rights girl gang". He discusses animal rescuing, bad vegan role models, his work on the GWAR comic, uplifting sci fi visions of the future, and his new kicks…

Jeff Parker, with artists Bob Q and Ibrahim Moustafa, has written a new contribution to the rich legacy of James Bond in Dynamite Comics "James Bond: Origin". He explores teen Bond and his military adventures in the Royal British Naval Intelligence in 1941. Parker also wrote Batman '66, including the "Batman '66/Man From UNCLE" crossover and Wendi …

Last year, Ahoy Comics had a hit with the biting social satire, "The Wrong Earth" by writer Tom Peyer and artist Jamal Igle. Following the interactions of the hero Dragonflyman from one Earth and his counterpart Dragonfly from another, their worlds intersect. Now there is a prequel book, "Dragonfly and Dragonflyman", with art by Peter Krause. Kraus…

One of the most convivial, generous and kindhearted men in comics, Gene Ha, returns to DPS! He was recently surprised at San Diego Comic Con with the Inkpot Award for his body of work. He continues his creator owned Lion Forge comic, "Mae", out with a new collection for volume 2. In "Mae", Ha explores a turbulent steampunk/fairy tale-esque world of…

The creative duo of writer Matthew Erman and artist Lisa Sterle are responsible for one of the most unsettling and disturbing recent books, "Long Lost" from Scout Comics. Yet they are also responsible for "Care Bears" and the art for the "GLOW Summer Special"! Wendi breaks down this dichotomy of seeming opposites as well as discussing Erman's upcom…

Every week is shark week for Walter Ostlie and Bob Frantz of "Metalshark Bro"! This comic (co-written by Frantz and Kevin Cuffe) is a joyful, insane romp about a laid back shark forced to do the dirty work of Satan's nephew so he can just get back to his life in the sea. These two bring just as much fun and electricity to the conversation as they d…

Multi-hyphenate entertainment executive Chris Moujaes has spent most of his career specializing in every avenue of anime. Now the former Funimation producer is setting his sights on his own creation, "Flux Destiny". He has teamed up with legendary voice actor Todd Haberkorn (Fairy Tail, Dragonball Z, Full Metal Alchemist, Sailor Moon) to create the…

Wendi is joined this week by writer David Gallaher of the popular graphic novel, "The Only Living Boy", to promote his follow up, with longtime artist collaborator Steve Ellis, "The Only Living Girl". This story follows from the perspective of Zee Parfit, daughter of the mad scientist behind the end of the world in the first book. She has to naviga…

Ahoy Comics is a newer company making a big splash with titles such as "Captain Ginger", the sci fi space hijinx of a ship of cats. Writer Stuart Moore joins Wendi on this episode to discuss the reality of writing convincing kitties, the feline mastery of artist June Brigman, pets with human names, and the upcoming Ahoy releases. The first volume o…

Dave Jordan and Marie Enger are friends, collaborators and indie comic life goals. Jordan has tackled existential superheroes in "Sadman", hardboiled cats in "Mitts", a tribute to Jack Kirby with "Valk" and the everyday ennui in "Where do we go From Here?" Enger is coming off a recent kickstarter success for the occult western inspired RPG zine, "C…

The wonderful Ron Randall makes a return appearance to "Double Page Spread" to promote his latest Kickstarter project in the "Trekker" saga- "Battlefields"! This new edition in the Mercy St. Clair adventures has her heading to the remote Delta Quadrant, where she is caught in the crossfires of a raging warzone. Follow along the journey of sci fi ac…

In this episode, Wendi has a very candid and outspoken conversation with the "Viceroy of Canadian Comics", Richard Pace. He and writer Mark Russell are the co-creators of "Second Coming", a political satire comic about Jesus Christ living with a superhero. Originally to be released through DC's Vertigo imprint, it was dropped and will now be put ou…

This episode opens with a quick report from C2E2 at the Source Point Press booth to talk to horror core rap duo, Twiztid, about their comic "Twiztid: Haunted High Ons". Jamie Madrox and Monoxide star as fake ghost hunters in this horror comedy written by Dirk Manning. Then Wendi sits down with Stephan Nilson, writer of "Agent 1.22" from DPM Publish…

Aaron Conley is the penciller on Skottie Young's popular Image comic, "Bully Wars", a story depicting the vengeful competition at one high school to become the head menace. His style is cartoony yet detailed, recalling shows like "Ren and Stimpy". He and Wendi discuss his previous work on "Sabertooth Swordsman" for Dark Horse Comics, "Little Nemo",…

It's a big wrestling holiday weekend as Wendi is joined by BOOM! Studios "WWE" writer, Lan Pitts. He has a new story, with artist Serg Acuña, about Shinsuke Nakamura in the "Wrestlemania 2019 Special" so they discuss whether Shinsuke and Asuka have been robbed, the difference bt writing comics and the wrestling writers room, why you can't draw the …

It's a special crossover event as Wendi drunkenly joins her C2E2 brothers Brian Newberry and Caleb Alexander-Mckinzie (of the Southern Fried Geekery) podcast. They discuss all the Spider-man VPL on display, collecting statues, artists they're trying to meet and all the fun and friendship of con going! Listen to Southern Fried Geekery on iTunes, Goo…

Host Wendi Freeman welcomes back writer/artist Steve Bryant, of "Athena Voltaire" and "Ghoul Scouts" fame! He has a kickstarter for his new comic, "The Catch", with the team of Ismael Canales, Roger Surroca and Chris Murrin, a crime/supervillain/adventure/romance best described as "Elmore Leonard meets Gotham Central". They discuss the greatest Leo…

Creator John Horsley is a man with a vision. An artist and writer, he is currently invested in "The Eynes Anthology", a deeply ambitious, generation spanning tale of the supernatural and the family ties that bind. Horsley has put his money where his mouth is and provided for a large scale of artists and writers to supply his vision. He talks about …

In this episode of "Double Page Spread", veteran writer and inker, Karl Kesel, joins Wendi to discuss his new project, "Section Zero". Reuniting him with longtime "Superboy" collaborator, Tom Grummett, they return to tell the story of a secret section of the United Nations charter sent to investigate the paranormal. X-Files meets Kirby monsters, it…

Wendi is back at the comic shop, Third Coast Comics in Rogers Park, Chicago, with special guests Terry Gant and Betsy Scott. They've already broken down their 10-6, what do the top 5 spots hold for the year in comics? Did they ALL love "Mister Miracle"? How tragic IS "Heroes in Crisis"? There are some indie and foreign surprises in addition to the …

2018 has been a remarkable year in comics and Wendi is here to break it down with the fabulous people of "Third Coast Comics"- Terry Gant and Betsy Scott! This is the first half of the countdown, but we have so much to cover, from hot creators like Tom King to indie space operas about cats, to talk about modifying muscle cars. Be sure to order some…

Ron Marz is a writer with one of the most illustrious careers of inventing and reinventing characters, with legendary runs on books like Witchblade and Silver Surfer and, with artist Darryl Banks, creating Kyle Rayner as Green Lantern in the "Emerald Twilight" storyline. Currently he has a kickstarter for his exciting new graphic novel set in WWII,…

Andrew Buck is an indie artist worthy of recognition working in a very vibrant, psychedelic style. He and Wendi have a conversation about the nature of "trippy" art, cosmic Kirby, David Lynch as a visual artist, meditation and opening consciousness, his self published book "Satani-Kill", and the influence of Kenneth Anger and transgressive cinema. …

This week's episode of "Double Page Spread" is bursting with great guests! We get an update on all things Valiant Comics from Senior Editor Karl Bollers. "Bloodshot: Rising Spirit" has broken new sales records and reintroduced one of their most legendary characters. There is a lot going on for the iconic company in 2019! Then, the holiday gift seas…

This week longtime DC Comics artist/inker/colorist Christian Alamy provides a surprisingly heartfelt and thoughtful conversation. He and Wendi discuss how he has weathered the storm of comics for over 30 years, what it's like to peak too soon, keeping your privacy, French crime writers, working on "Lobo" at the height of its popularity, and his tim…

In this special crossover with the "Southern Fried Geekery" podcast, Wendi is joined by Caleb Alexander-McKinzie to discuss what makes a horror story "southern gothic". Its an hour dripping in sweat, bougainvillea, haunted plantations and barbecue! They go from Anne Rice to Swamp Thing to Faulkner, Hellbillies, Southern Bastards, True Blood, and Te…

Daniel Warren Johnson has been one of the hottest up and coming artists for a couple years now, from his comic "Space Mullet" to the complex futuristic revenge nihilism of "Extremity". He has a new book from Image Comics called "Murder Falcon" that captures the manic energy of shredding guitar and killing monsters. He talks to Wendi about his own g…

Scott Koblish has accomplished much in his long time as the artist on "Deadpool", including breaking a Guinness World Record, and drawing 300 Deadpools on the cover of "Deadpool" 300. He and Wendi discuss comedians writing comics, the emotional trajectory of Deadpool, his relationship with Cable over the years, the importance of Marie Severin, the …

This week is a very educational and insightful discussion with letterer Taylor Esposito about some of the lesser recognized positions in the comic industry. He talks about coming up as a production artist at Marvel, all the things you never knew letterers are responsible for, girls toys of the 80s and Rainbow Brite's villain, describes many awesome…

Artist Dennis Calero returns with his usual energy and charisma! He has a new collection out from Dark Horse, "The Mask", as well as a beautiful adaptation of Ian Fleming's "Casino Royale". He's also made a short film recently and has many opinions on narrative and storytelling, how films get financed and made, James Bond and the Danny Boyle contro…

It's the annual traditional visit of longtime friends of the podcast, Andrew Shaw and Dan Pua! This year they are wrapping up the best of summer, except apparently it isn't summer in Australia. But that doesn't stop them from discussing the best books and movies and cakes of the past 3 months! Wendi has had the "summer of bears" and more drama at t…

Karl Slominski is a real go getter- an ambitious artist who works in bright, psychedelic angles and colors, he has no hesitation in telling you what he wants and hopes to achieve. His art style is a refreshing mix of splashy paint and inky linework, best seen in the graphic novel, "Teeter Topple" which he also wrote- a twisty mental tale of a young…

Artist Zach Lehner is the special guest this week as he celebrates the release of vol. 2 of "Junior Braves of the Apocalypse" from One Press, written by Greg Smith and Michael Tanner. Creating a horror comic for young adults is a delicate balance of pushing the edge of fear and violence. He discusses the inevitable "Walking Dead" comparisons and ho…

Wendi is joined by her own personal Taylor Network IMF team of Darrell Taylor and Rafael Sanz for this exclusive DPS/Nothing's on crossover spoiler special! They break down every aspect of the latest Tom Cruise extravaganza including Henry Cavill's mustache, each heart pounding stunt and why this franchise has sustained as well as it has. Your miss…

Everything about artist/writer Michel Fiffe is crafted from a place of reverence, sincerity and respect. His long running indie comic, Copra, is a love letter to the 80s run of "Suicide Squad" and his work with Image Comics reimagining Rob Liefeld's "Bloodstrike" is not tongue in cheek in the slightest. Fiffe wears his influences well but shapes th…

In this corner, we have the spectacular J. Gonzo, artist and writer of "La Mano Del Destino", a comic set in a fictional 1960's Mexico about a supernatural luchador bent on revenge. He discusses all the thought and detail presented in the color and printing of this retro story, along with the history of Mexican wrestling, the importance of masks to…

"Rock Candy Mountain" is a hilarious and action packed comic detailing the adventures of hobos, and talking to writer/artist Kyle Starks and colorist Chris Schweizer is equally fast paced. It's a delirious book packed with colorful characters that's part historical, part supernatural and always ridiculous. They break down the false stereotypes of h…

Writer Erica Schultz is an exceptionally cool woman with a deep knowledge of true crime, cults and serial killers. She came into comics working at Neal Adams' studio where she honed her skills at lettering, inking, writing and editing, was accepted into the DC Comics writers' workshop where she got to write a Hawkgirl story, has written part of Dyn…

Sybil Danning is a goddess of 80s action film cinema. Statuesque and vivacious, she featured in such films as "Howling 2", "Battle Beyond the Stars", "Chained Heat" and "Reform School Girls". Wendi and guest host Brian Kirst of "Big Gay Horror Fan" have a fantastic time listening to her tell Hollywood stories about working with people like Arnold S…

Artist Tana Ford has carved out a name for herself in autobiographical comics, slice of life stories, mainstream Spider-man tales and historical narratives. Her style bounces around from the dynamic fun of "Silk" to map illustrations. In this episode she talks about Sean Gordon Murphy's mentorship program, the "bury your gays" trope, winning the Pr…

"Sim-BEE-oat" or "sim-BUY-oat"? It is the 30th anniversary of Spider-man's gooey nemesis, Venom and with that comes a new movie and a new comic, written by Donny Cates with artist Ryan Stegman. Ryan Stegman is kind enough to join Wendi for a discussion of all things Spidey, what to expect from Marvel's "Fresh Start", the complexity of drawing webbi…

Wendi gets superficial this week as she talks to Image comics creator, Jeremy Haun, about his book, "The Beauty". A startling tale of an STI that makes you beautiful for a while before some devastating side effects kick in, its a book that melds body horror, current politics, personal agency and police procedural. They also talk about his other pro…

Wendi is joined by fellow Taylor Network podcasters, Colin Coughtrey and Jay Tank, of Star Wars Conversations! The conversation heats up as they discuss the Solo trailer, food tie ins, the Darth Vader comic, the most overrated characters, how much backstory is too much, that green bunny dude from the old Marvel comics, the coolness of Therm Scissor…

Back in the days of "Wizard" magazine, Wendi once won a competition to write an essay about her favorite comic, "Strangers in Paradise". Now she fulfills her teenage dream of talking to Terry Moore about the return of his self published sensation, where Katchoo and Francine are at this stage of their lives, how it fits in with the larger "Terryvers…

Writer Eliot Rahal is the special guest on an episode that really jumps straight out of the gate with some speculation about alien life. He and Wendi discuss his current work on Valiant's "Quantum and Woody" and "Ninjak vs. the Valiant Universe", as well as the brand new shared horror universe, "Cult Classic" at Vault Comics. Rahal shares stories a…

Artist Martheus Wade has a new webcomic, "Ready 2 Spar", (available on the Tapas digital comics app) that captures the violent and sexy world of women in MMA. He and Wendi have a hilarious conversation in which they coin a new phrase for diversity gone wrong, rave about the greatest character name in sci fi, talk about the longstanding influence of…

One of the most innovative uses of licensed characters in comics has to go to Tom Scioli and John Barber's "Transformers vs. GI Joe", now available in a hardcover "Quintessential Collection" from IDW. Scioli joins Wendi on this episode to discuss the life lessons of Jack Kirby, the larger spiritual implications of the Autobots, the mixture of media…

Frank Sivero is a diverse actor with a lengthy career spanning over 50 years. He's worked with directors ranging from John Frankenheimer, Martin Scorsese and Francis Ford Coppola, and been an iconic face in films like "The Wedding Singer". He comes on to chat with Wendi about Method acting, improvising in "Goodfellas", longevity in Hollywood and mi…

Ron Randall has been a versatile artistic force in comics for many years. He's worked with Joe Kubert on "Sgt Rock", Alan Moore on "Swamp Thing", Justice League Europe, Godzilla, Aliens, Predator and so much more, but his biggest pride and joy is his long running, creator owned book, "Trekker". The story of futuristic bounty hunter, Mercy St. Clair…

Prepare for a silly and NSFW episode as Wendi chats with very dear friend and return guest, writer Andrew Shaw. In addition to dirty sounding perfume descriptions, the inappropriateness of a horse at comic convention, talk of Michael Rooker, wrestler Joey Ryan, 70s porn and how Wendi almost got fired over suspicious banana behavior, they get down t…