Episodes
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On the new episode I welcome the guys from TBH Comics to dig into the makings of their new Horror Comics Kickstarter - Grim Scary Tales: New Nightmares.
This is a great one to learn about what goes into both a horror comics anthology and how to work that pesky Kickstarter algorithm.
Have a listen to Kieron Squires, Damian Edwardson and Dan Butcher on their comics insights and a few blue jokes along the way.
And a BIG thanks to Dave Sim for the intro this week.
Many thanks for listening.
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This week myself and Eamonn talk about the cartooning genius that was Giles. We also take a trip to The University of Kent and meet with Christine who took us through their extensive collection from the man, the cartoonist, the farmer, the sailor, the humourist that is a British Institution.
You can discover the brilliance of this archive for yourself by visiting them online here.
You can also see a website post on the visit with Eamonn here.
And don't forget to head over to the Mega City Book Club podcast for more of the same!
Many thanks for listening.
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This month Tony is joined by two comics artists to discuss Charles Burns and his recent comic Final Cut.
The excellent double-act of Cliff (Tony Osmond is a Movie Star) Cumber and Ian (Hellbreaker) Ashcroft sit down and do a deep dive on what works and what doesn't in this new release. We are humbled to have two great artists discuss this landmark work.
You can find Cliff over at his Substack here and Ian over at his Patreon right here. Both more than worth subscribing to!
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony sits down with his podcasting buddy Tom Stewart to review four recent comics releases. Some good, some bad and Tony makes the air go just a little blue.
You have been warned.
Have a listen and let us know what your thoughts are about these books.
You can find Tom at the That Comic Smell here. Have a listen to him and the guys talk about some great series!
Many thanks for listening. Visit the Never Iron Anything site for more news and reviews.
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This week Tony is joined by comics podcaster and editor Eamonn Clarke to discuss the first Bacchus omnibus by Eddie Campbell.
With assists from Ilya and a number of other creators this is a fascinating story/exercise/artistic experiment that plays out over 1000 pages of comics.
The two hosts try their best to explain and discuss this brilliant brick of a comic. Have a listen and let them know what you think.
You can also find more comics discussion over at the Mega City Book Club where Eamonn chats with different guests about British comics.
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony is re-joined by co-host Alan Henderson. The pair discuss the forgotten stylings of Rupert Bear and his land of Nuttwood.
They also examine the art of Alfred E. Bestell and the characters creator Mary Tourtel.
And listen out for the scandal that rocked the British Court system and a certain ear-worm of a song by a Beatle!
Not to be missed.
You can catch up with Alan's art and comics by clicking right here!
Many thanks for listening.
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This week is the fourth in the series of collaborator interviews. Tony sits down and has an in depth conversation with the brilliant FORPE.
The pair discuss influences and training before getting on to how an artist evolves and changes. What plays into each era of their work. Really insightful stuff to say the least from FORPE!
You can buy comics and artwork from FORPE at his website right here. YOU REALLY NEED A COPY OF PUSSY MANFISTS!
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony is joined by a couple of collaborators for a chat. Both brilliant artists, Ian 'Hellbreaker' Ashcroft and Cliff 'Tony Osmond is a Movie Star' Cumber.
The three really get into the guts of what motivates them to create. We talk influences and driving forces.
Genuinely not to be missed!
You can find more about Cliff's work here and follow Ian on Patreon here.
Thanks for listening!
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This week as part of the 'Collaborator Mini Series' Tony sat down with ART92's own Helena Edwardson to talk about comics, art and life in general.
The pair discuss her past collaborations as well as the second issue of Clear Run that has just been released.
There's also a cheeky competition for listeners to enter.
You can connect with Helena over at the ARTNINETWO website here. Go have a look through their marvellous comics and art.
Many thanks for listening.
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This week is the start of a short run where Tony interviews his comics collaborators. We start with The Don of the UK Underground Mr Adam Falp.
We get into the creative process and how these two work so well together. We also get an in depth examination of their current book Flesh & Ink.
The subjects and language get fruity but there is plenty to think on in this raucous episode. Have fun and listen out for the foul-mouthed outtakes.
You can find more of Adam's work over at his site - Right Here.
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony and Alan sit down to discuss Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters from 1987. There's so much to talk about with this one.
The boys discuss the changing face of the medium at this time and how a hero changes and most importantly why. Step into Earth-Grell with them!
Warning - Violence against women is discussed in this episode.
Have a listen and then explore the comics of co-host Alan Henderson by visiting his site right here.
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony is joined by indie comics creator and friend of the show Jonny Canon. The pair discuss the last year in comics and mention some of their favourites.
We also hear an insightful investigation into Jonny's creative process, with loads of tips for those people making their own funny books.
Not to be missed.
Find out more about Jonny's comics by visiting his store right here.
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony welcomes Nando Pons from the brilliant That Comic Smell podcast on to the show to talk about Uncanny X-Men 183.
This is a comic full of action, soap-opera and no small amount of controversy. We also hear about 'X-Patrol' - have a listen to find out what that may be...
Nando also has some interesting insight into how and why the X-Men have endured over the decades.
This is a cracker of an episode. You can find Nando on the That Comic Smell Podcast by clicking here.
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony is re-joined by Eamonn from the Mega City Book Club podcast to discuss the incredible work of British cartoonist Ronald Searle.
A man described as 'Britain's finest cartoonist' was a man of many facets who survived being a P.O.W. in World War 2 and travelled the world and the page with the best line you'll witness.
We get somewhat carried away, and rightly so.
Plus there's news on the imminent release of DUI 3 which Eamonn has edited! Click on this link to grab an issue soon. All proceeds raise money for the mental health charity M.I.N.D.
You can also find Eamonn on his podcast right here.
You can also pop over to the Never Iron Anything site and make a comment or request an episode subject.
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Alan re-joins Tony to talk about the 1999 Paul Pope Vertigo series Heavy Liquid.
A dystopian future city story about a sci-fi drug that avoids the cliches we see these days.
They also discuss the merits of Pope's art compared to the issues they had with some of the plotting.
See if you agree.
You can find Alans comic work by clicking your mouse on this link here.
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony is joined by comics writer Dave Cranna to talk about the first trade of the Vertigo series 'Scalped'.
Written by Jason Aaron with art by R.M. Guerra and Lee Loughridge. This is a series that is both incredibly violent and gritty but also a masterclass in writing, plotting and art.
You can find more of Dave's comics and his excellent Glass City series by clicking on this link.
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony and Alan are joined by cartoonist Jonny Cannon to discuss and pick apart his new project that is now live on Kickstarter 'The United: Going Underground'.
We talk about the creation of a long form comic book and how Jonny has grown as a creator. Some really interesting insights into the creative process from page to release.
You can find all you need to know by heading over to Kickstarter and searching for The United: Going Underground. You can also visit the Cannonhill shop here for all of Jonny's other work.
You can find Alan and his Penned Guins right here.
Many thanks for listening.
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Warnings - This week features storylines with themes of Domestic Violence.
Tony and Alan discuss the two Superman family titles that precede the arrival of Doomsday and what becomes The Death of Superman.
To describe these two issues as 'filler' does them a disservice. They are powerfully told and definitely something you should read - and are also available on the DC App.
Find out more about Alans work by visiting his store right here!
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony is re-joined by comics fan and comics editor Eamonn Clarke to talk about some Doctor Who comics from the eighties. The boys focus in on 'The Star Beast' by Pat Mills and Dave Gibbons.
They also get some handy notes from Pat himself to discuss.
Is this the greatest run of Who comics ever?
You can catch up on what Eamonn is doing by visiting the Mega City Book Club page right here!
Many thanks for listening.
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This week Tony is joined by artists Cliff Cumber ('Dirty Basement' & 'Tony Osmond is a Movie Star') and Ian Ashcroft ('Kia Wordsmith' & 'Hellbreaker') to discuss the career and art of the mighty Joe Kubert.
The guys talk about what Kubert is doing on a page and how they have been influenced and inspired by his work.
An episode not to miss!
You can find Ian's great art her and follow the exploits of the brilliant Cliff right here.
Many thanks for listening.
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