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Talkin' Comics Podcast LIVE from Cherry City Comic Con | Cosplay Trivia, Comics & Con Stories

This week on Talkin' Comics podcast, AJ and Annakhan are LIVE from Cherry City Comic Con in Traverse City, Michigan! From cosplay trivia and convention adventures to indie comic sales, board games, and hilarious convention stories, this episode is packed with comic con energy. We talk cosplay contests, favorite cosplay moments, comic pickups, meeting creators, TikTok cosplay creators, and what it’s like selling indie comics on the convention floor. PLUS: 🔥 Cosplay True or False 🎭 Cosplay Trivia Questions 🃏 Board Games & Pokémon Cards 📚 Harley Quinn #1 Exclusive Cover 🎨 Indie Comic Creator Life 🦸 Comic Con Stories & Laughs Make sure to subscribe for more comic talk, conventions, cosplay discussions, indie comics, movies, games, and more from Talkin' Comics podcast! 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 Welcome to Cherry City Comic Con 02:46 Experiences at the Convention 05:43 Comic Book Purchases and Weekly Reads 08:26 Board Games and Trivia Fun 16:19 Cosplay Insights and Preferences #TalkinComics #ComicCon #Cosplay #CherryCityComicCon #IndieComics #ComicBooks #GeekCulture #Podcast #Marvel #DCComics

Indie Comics, 90s Music & Dead Air #3 | Benjamin Hunting Returns

Comic creator Benjamin Hunting returns to Talkin' Comics to discuss Dead Air #3, indie comic Kickstarter challenges, 90s music culture, comic printing, crowdfunding in 2026, creative burnout, and the future of independent comics. We also dive into: Dead Air’s supernatural mystery story Bringing comics back to print The realities of shipping comics internationally Comic shop support for indie creators Favorite comics and creators Comic writing advice Fun comic book questions and debates If you love indie comics, Kickstarter projects, comic creator interviews, and comic culture discussions, this episode is for you. Support Dead Air here: Dead Air Comic Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/benjaminhunting/dead-air-1-3-90s-college-radio-sci-fi-with-a-soundtrack Follow Talkin' Comics for more comic creator interviews, trivia, reviews, and indie comic conversations. Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast Guest: Benjamin Hunting @huntingbenjamin 🗯️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 Podcast Growth 01:58 Kickstarter Success and Project Updates 04:45 Overcoming Printing Challenges 07:49 Future Plans and Creative Process 10:45 Navigating Career Changes and Creative Burnout 13:54 Community Support and Indie Comics 16:45 Unique Rewards and 90s Nostalgia 18:36 Nostalgia for Physical Media 22:52 The Joy of College Radio 24:50 Discovering New Comics 29:18 The Evolution of a Writer 30:08 Comic Characters and Villains 36:28 Closing Thoughts and Future Projects #IndieComics #ComicBooks #Kickstarter #DeadAirComic #BenjaminHunting #TalkingComics #ComicPodcast #GraphicNovel #Crowdfunding #Comics

Why Most Creators Never Start | The Story Behind AquAudio Media

Welcome to Episode 1 of the Creator Tide Podcast powered by AquAudio Media. In this first episode, host AJ Reimann talks about why most creators never start — and how perfection, fear, and overthinking stop people from building the podcast, brand, or creative project they dream about. AJ shares: How he started podcasting with almost no equipment Lessons learned from multiple podcasts Why consistency beats perfection How creators build confidence through action The importance of community and storytelling Why posting content is like buying “lottery tickets” for growth Whether you’re starting a podcast, creating content online, building a business, or trying to grow your personal brand, this episode is designed to help you stop waiting and start creating. 🎧 New episodes focused on: Podcast growth Content creation Creator mindset Branding Social media strategy Entrepreneurship Creator tools & workflows Follow, rate, and share the podcast if this episode inspired you to finally hit publish.

From Bounce House Disaster to Comic Book Dreams

This week on Talkin' Comics, AJ and Annakah recap a wild week that included a near-disastrous bounce house incident, convention prep, weekly comic pulls, gaming updates, Kickstarter fulfillment, and an awesome indie comic creator interview with Dillasmo Galletta, creator of Love Game Beyond the Gates of Heaven! We talk indie comics, manga inspiration, Batman, comic storytelling, conventions, cosplay, and so much more. Plus, hear about upcoming travels to Traverse City, Michigan and the next big comic con adventure. Featuring discussion on: Absolute Batman Supergirl Doctor Strange Immortal Thor Indie comics & manga Comic creation process Kickstarter fulfillment Convention life Comics vs manga debates Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast Co-Host: Annakhan Guest: Dillasmo Galletta www.dillasmo.com 📸@dillasmo 🗯️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 Welcome and Bouncy House Adventures 02:47 Upcoming Conventions and Community Events 05:34 Weekly Polls and Comic Book Reviews 08:35 Reading and Gaming Updates 11:06 Mail Time and Comic Book Haul 15:44 Introducing the Guest: Dillasmo Galletta 18:41 Dillasmo's Comic: Love Game Beyond the Gates of Heaven 24:05 Creative Process and Challenges in Comic Making 26:59 Easter Eggs and Personal Connections in Storytelling 28:09 Background and Origins of Dillasmo's Work 31:52 Bouncy House Horror Stories 33:59 Comic Book Inspirations and First Favorites 35:28 The Journey into Comics and Manga 37:20 Reading Preferences and Comic Challenges 39:31 The Evolution of Reading Habits 41:52 Writing and Creativity in Comics 42:28 First Comic Book Experiences 44:52 Current Favorites in Comics and Manga 47:47 Living in Comic Book Universes 50:13 Superpowers and Sidekicks 53:40 Furry Friends and Their Quirks 55:17 Comic Book Life: Unfortunately Iconic 57:19 Creative Process: Plot vs. Script 59:14 Artistic Tools: Digital vs. Traditional 01:01:16 Collaboration vs. Solo Work 01:03:12 Storytelling: One-Shots vs. Arcs 01:05:16 Original IP vs. Licensed Franchises 01:07:25 Feedback and Audience Engagement 01:15:27 Victory Speech and Advice for Creators #Comics #ComicBooks #IndieComics #Batman #Thor #Manga #ComicPodcast #TalkingComics #AbsoluteBatman #ComicCollector

From Cancer Battle to Comic Books | Jon Dexter’s Incredible Story

This week on Talkin' Comics, AJ Reimann sits down with indie comic creator Jon Dexter, writer of Alpha Dogs, Dime Store Detective, and Space Cruisin’ published through Source Point Press. Jon shares his journey from struggling with his first comic book to becoming a published writer, launching successful Kickstarter campaigns, attending major conventions like C2E2, and even battling cancer while writing Alpha Dogs. We also dive into: Kickstarter advice for indie creators Comic convention networking Wolverine, Spider-Man & X-Men inspirations Publishing with Source Point Press The story behind Alpha Dogs Favorite superheroes & comic universes Why creators should never give up Check out Jon Dexter’s Kickstarter and follow Talking Comics for more comic book interviews, creator spotlights, trivia, and weekly comic talk. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dimestoredetective1/alpha-dogs-volume-1-special-edition Host: A.J. Reimann https://linktr.ee/Talkin_Comics_Podcast Guest: Jon Dexter @alpha_dogs_comic 🗯️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 Comic Book Creation Journey 03:17 Kickstarter Insights and Strategies 07:16 Networking and Conventions 12:04 Kickstarter Strategies and Late Pledges 13:56 The Journey of Writing and Comic Creation 15:58 Lessons from Early Comic Experiences 19:07 Overcoming Challenges and Staying Positive 19:52 Upcoming Comic Con Appearances 22:11 Quality in Comic Production 22:43 Favorite Superheroes and Comic Characters 25:48 Personal Triumphs and Life Reflections #TalkinComics #TalkingComics #AlphaDogs #JonDexter #IndieComics #ComicBooks #Kickstarter #SourcePointPress #ComicCreator #MarvelComics #Wolverine #SpiderMan #ComicPodcast