Comic Lab

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The podcast about making comics — and making a living from comics! It's half shop-talk, half how-to, and half friendship. WE SQUEEZED IN THREE HALVES. It's tips and tricks and all the joys of cartooning as a pro. So pull up your drawing chair, put on some headphones, and join us while you draw! And if you like what you hear, join our community at patreon.com/comiclab (For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected])

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Special guest Dave Blazek

Apr 25 2024 74 mins

This week, we're talking to Dave Blazek, creator of "Loose Parts," a single-panel comic syndicated to more than 120 newspapers worldwide.

Special Guest Jason Chatfield

Apr 18 2024 78 mins

New Yorker cartoonist Jason Chatfield joins us to talk about cartooning for the venerable mag, working with a writing partner, doing stand-up at Dangerfield's comedy club, helming the 104-year-old Ginger Meggs syndicated comic, and much, much more!

How to maximize creativity

Apr 11 2024 61 mins

We all have creative peaks and valleys. How can we maximize the good times and minimize the bad? Also, what are Dave and Brad's favorite comics from outside the US?

Rebranding

Apr 04 2024 73 mins

How important is rebranding after a series of unsuccessful ventures? Also, how does one get their comic translated into another language — and why?

How to find the perfect pen name

Mar 28 2024 66 mins

What's in a (pen) name? Plenty! We'll talk about finding the right nom for your plume. Plus... is it OK to use DR. in a word balloon?

Stretching yourself thin

Mar 21 2024 56 mins

Dave has some thoughts on AI. And Brad hates to stretch. That's it. That's the show.

Special Guest Scott Kurtz and "Tables Titans Club"

Mar 14 2024 59 mins

Scott Kurtz is on the show to talk about the release of his new book, "Table Titans Club," and his pivot from self-publishing to traditional publishing.

Are you using the wrong tool for the job?

Mar 07 2024 60 mins

Kickstarter delivers on Discovery in a big way. So would it be wise to use it to replace our failing social media platforms?

Using animation to promote

Feb 29 2024 69 mins

TikTok and Instagram reels are moving to the forefront of social media. Is it time to learn animation so you can promote your webcomic?

Can you make a living in comics?

Feb 22 2024 55 mins

Every once in a while, someone asks if it's possible actually to make a living in comics. It's a fair question, and it deserves an honest answer.