Scotty Young Fans Will Love This Trivia Challenge | Talkin' Comics Ep. 122

Scotty Young Fans Will Love This Trivia Challenge | Talkin' Comics Ep. 122

Disclaimer: And were back to fun thumbnails. According to Annakhan we were getting to boring on our episode thumbnails! Welcome to Talkin' Comics Episode 122! This episode is brought to you by Ryan Bird's Red Devil: Task Force Liberty Kickstarter. Red Devil is a thrilling WWII epic, telling the story of Diablo Redhill, a U.S. Marine forced into service after being wrongfully convicted simply for defending himself and his ranch. Witness the birth of a legend in this first chapter in the saga of "Task Force Liberty" Check the links below to support the project and discover a thrilling World War II comic adventure. Live now on Kickstarter! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/taskforceliberty/red-devil-1-welcome-to-hell This week AJ and Annakhan share their latest comic book pulls, discuss what they've been reading, preview their upcoming trip to HeroesCon, and test their knowledge with a fun Scotty Young trivia challenge. Books discussed include Absolute Catwoman #1, Supergirl #14, Masters of the Universe #1, Daredevil #3, Immortal Thor, Jay and Silent Bob: Jay's Future Past, Devil in the Herd, Freedom Fontaine: The Undead Bounty Hunter, and more. Plus, hear about meeting creators at HeroesCon, collecting comic merchandise, and the latest Kickstarter projects from independent creators. Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast Co-Host: Annakhan 🗯️New Website: https://www.talkincomics.com/ 📰Sign up for our newsletter 🗨 Get your FREE preview of The Chronicles of Panel Pete https://talkincomicspodcast.substack.com/ 🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast 👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hk Sponsors: • Allegra Printing – Printing The Chronicles of Panel Pete 👉🖨 For your comic book printing needs please visit Allegra Traverse City (Tell them AJ Sent You) https://www.allegramarketingprint.com... Printing-Comic Books-Fliers-Prints-Business Cards-Rack Cards-Promotional Items-Etc Subscribe for weekly comic book discussions, creator interviews, trivia, comic reviews, convention coverage, and indie comic spotlights. ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship Announcement 03:33 Weekly Polls and Comic Book Reviews 09:56 Upcoming Events and Conventions 10:56 Unboxing and Collectibles Discussion 23:16 Trivia Time and Scotty Young Discussion #TalkinComics #ComicBooks #ComicBookPodcast #ScottyYoung #IHateFairyland #HeroesCon #MarvelComics #DCComics #ComicTrivia #ComicCollectors #IndieComics #ComicCommunity #ComicBookReviews #ComicCreators #WeeklyComicPulls

ep:121 Award-Winning Fantasy Author Evan Kidwell | Harry Potter Meets Hunger Games? | Talkin' Comics

On this episode of Talkin' Comics, AJ sits down with award-winning fantasy author Evan Kidwell to discuss his debut novel, Timaeus Spark and the Luck Curse. Evan shares how childhood bullying, fantasy novels, and a lifelong love of storytelling inspired him to create a young adult fantasy adventure that readers describe as Harry Potter meets The Hunger Games. We discuss writing your first novel, publishing, comic conventions, resilience, friendship, and the lessons that shaped his life. If you're a fan of fantasy books, young adult fiction, Harry Potter, The Hunger Games, comics, manga, and inspiring creator stories, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Be sure to like, subscribe, and follow Talkin' Comics for more creator interviews, comic discussions, trivia, and geek culture content. Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast Guest:Evan Kidwell linktr.ee/evan_kidwell_author **VOTE for Evan in the International Book Awards** https://apply.internationalimpactbookawards.com/public-voting-form 🗯️New Website: https://www.talkincomics.com/ 📰Sign up for our newsletter 🗨 Get your FREE preview of The Chronicles of Panel Pete https://talkincomicspodcast.substack.com/ 🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast 👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hk Sponsors: • Allegra Printing – Printing The Chronicles of Panel Pete 👉🖨 For your comic book printing needs please visit Allegra Traverse City (Tell them AJ Sent You) https://www.allegramarketingprint.com... Printing-Comic Books-Fliers-Prints-Business Cards-Rack Cards-Promotional Items-Etc ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Evan Kidwell: Author Journey Begins 08:44 Overcoming Childhood Bullying Through Writing 17:33 Writing Process and Philosophy 20:33 Publishing Journey and Hybrid Model 21:05 The Importance of Feedback in Writing 27:05 Navigating the Publishing Process 31:11 Advice for Aspiring Authors 34:34 Overcoming Trauma and Bullying 37:09 Creating Relatable Stories 46:14 Fun Questions and Personal Insights #TalkinComics #EvanKidwell #FantasyBooks #YAFantasy #BookTube #AuthorInterview #HarryPotter #TheHungerGames #WritingCommunity #IndieAuthor #FantasyAuthor #ReadersFavorite

He-Man Movie Review | Masters of the Universe Trivia & Comic Book Haul | Talkin' Comics #120

This week on Talkin' Comics Podcast, AJ and Annakhan dive into their latest comic book pickups, including Storm #5, Poison Ivy #45, Doctor Strange #7, Harley & Ivy: All or Nothing, and Devil in the Herd from Invader Comics. Then it's time to discuss the brand-new Masters of the Universe movie! We share our spoiler-filled thoughts, favorite characters, surprises, and whether He-Man truly has the power. Plus, Star Wars Pogs, Panelman t-shirts, comic book news, Masters of the Universe trivia, This or That, and plenty of comic book fun! Like, Subscribe, and join us every week for comics, movies, collectibles, trivia, and geek culture conversations. Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast Co-Host: Annakhan 🗯️New Website: https://www.talkincomics.com/ 📰Sign up for our newsletter 🗨 Get your FREE preview of The Chronicles of Panel Pete https://talkincomicspodcast.substack.com/ 🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast 👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hk Sponsors: • Allegra Printing – Printing The Chronicles of Panel Pete 👉🖨 For your comic book printing needs please visit Allegra Traverse City (Tell them AJ Sent You) https://www.allegramarketingprint.com... Printing-Comic Books-Fliers-Prints-Business Cards-Rack Cards-Promotional Items-Etc ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:40 Weekly Comic Polls and New Releases 02:46 Comic Book Discussions and Future Plans 05:26 Unexpected Recognition and Local Media 06:17 He-Man Movie Review and Spoilers 10:45 Pogs and Nostalgia 15:54 Trivia Time: Masters of the Universe 27:07 Conclusion and Future Content #TalkinComics #HeMan #MastersoftheUniverse #ComicBooks #ComicBookPodcast #Skeletor #GeekCulture #ComicCollectors #WeeklyComics #StarWarsPogs

Building a 36-Issue Comic Universe | Justin Coke Talks SWAT

This week on Talkin' Comics, AJ sits down with comic creator Justin Coke, the writer behind the supernatural crime comic SWAT. Justin shares his journey from lawyer and novelist to comic creator, discusses writing a 36-issue comic universe, finding the right artist, launching Kickstarter campaigns, and navigating the realities of indie comic publishing. We also dive into Harrow County, Sandman, Nightwing, crowdfunding, comic conventions, marketing comics, and what it really takes to build an audience in today's comic industry. If you're an indie creator, comic fan, Kickstarter enthusiast, or aspiring writer, this episode is packed with valuable insights and plenty of laughs. Support SWAT and discover more indie comics! Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast Guest: Justin Coke https://weirdshark.art/ Follow the Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/edgeofdarkness/swat-eldritch-blue 🗯️New Website: https://www.talkincomics.com/ 📰Sign up for our newsletter 🗨 Get your FREE preview of The Chronicles of Panel Pete https://talkincomicspodcast.substack.com/ 🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast 👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hk Sponsors: • Allegra Printing – Printing The Chronicles of Panel Pete 👉🖨 For your comic book printing needs please visit Allegra Traverse City (Tell them AJ Sent You) https://www.allegramarketingprint.com... Printing-Comic Books-Fliers-Prints-Business Cards-Rack Cards-Promotional Items-Etc Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 04:08 Transition to Comic Writing 07:44 Kickstarter Campaign Insights 12:07 Art and Collaboration in Comics 16:33 Writing Process and Inspirations 21:37 Pitching and Marketing Comics 25:38 Conventions and Future Plans 29:09 Passion Over Profit: The Indie Comic Journey 32:12 Writing with Purpose: Eliminating Irrelevance 33:47 The M Files: A Unique Comic Concept 34:52 Comic Book Origins: From Childhood to Adult Enthusiasm 36:36 Exploring the Indie Comic Scene 38:30 Accessibility in Comics: The Need for Affordability 39:34 The Future of Comics: Competing with Manga 41:49 Favorite Characters and Series: A Personal Touch 44:33 Living in a Comic Universe: Choices and Preferences 45:37 Superpowers and Sidekicks: Fun Hypotheticals 46:34 Life as a Comic: Titles and Reflections 48:11 Reflections on the Past: Growing Up as a Jehovah's Witness 49:42 The Internet and Social Media: Navigating Modern Platforms #TalkinComics #IndieComics #KickstarterComics #ComicBooks #ComicCreator #SWATComic #Crowdfunding #ComicWriting #Podcast #IndependentComics #GraphicNovel #ComicCommunity #Lovecraft

Dick Tracy Quiz, Comic Haul & Air Force Museum Adventure | Talkin' Comics

This week on Talkin' Comics, AJ and Annakhan dive into weekly comic pulls featuring Batman, Dick Tracy, Spawn, Harley Quinn, Berserker, Battle Beast, Absolute Wonder Woman, and more! They also talk about their trip home from Traverse City, visiting the National Museum of the Air Force, comic convention adventures, new merch ideas, and an absolutely chaotic Dick Tracy trivia showdown. PLUS: fake villain names, comic debates, weird job interviews, comic shop pickups, and plenty of random chaos only Talkin' Comics can deliver. Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast Co-Host: Annakhan 🗯️New Website: https://www.talkincomics.com/ 📰Sign up for our newsletter 🗨 Get your FREE preview of The Chronicles of Panel Pete https://talkincomicspodcast.substack.com/ 🫵 Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/c/TalkingComicsPodcast 👉 Watch the Panel Pete trailer now https://youtu.be/z1zDZuO_8hk Sponsors: • Allegra Printing – Printing The Chronicles of Panel Pete 👉🖨 For your comic book printing needs please visit Allegra Traverse City (Tell them AJ Sent You) https://www.allegramarketingprint.com... Printing-Comic Books-Fliers-Prints-Business Cards-Rack Cards-Promotional Items-Etc ⏱️ Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:31 Weekly Polls and Comic Book Highlights 06:02 Recent Reads and Upcoming Releases 09:56 Con Experience and Comic Shop Adventures 13:59 Job Interview Skit and Trivia 25:36 Conclusion and Farewell #TalkinComics #DickTracy #ComicBooks #Batman #ComicPodcast #HarleyQuinn #Spawn #ComicCollectors #Berserker #WeeklyPulls