COMIC BROS Podcast

In Episode 040, the COMIC BROS discuss their decision to wrap-up their podcast due to changes in their personal lives, the potential loss of the 2020 convention season, and other upheaval related to the Coronavirus pandemic. They briefly review Frank Miller's "The Dark Knight Returns," and reminisce over the past five years, as well as their plans for the future.

In Episode 039, the COMIC BROS review the graphic novel "Maus" by American cartoonist Art Spiegelman. "Maus" is a Pulitzer Prize-winning book about Spiegelman's relationship with his father, and his father's experiences as a Polish Jew and Holocaust survivor. They also discuss dead-tree printing options for beginning and self-publishing independent creators.

In Episode 038, the COMIC BROS brave events in the news, exhaustion, and ennui to discuss their recent conventions and shows. They then recommend some comic books and graphic novels for your holiday gift-buying needs!

In Episode 037, Jin catches up with a short discussion about convention plans, getting back in touch with her political side, and weaving together the over-arching message and meaning of her work. Root is back on the job hunt and cranking out mini-comics, while Mark has shifted some of his focus over to traditional inking and lettering. Finally, Root and Mark share their tale of tabling together at ZINEFEST Houston! We'd buy that for a dollar!

In Episode 036, Mark interviews Chris Nicholas, known as "Uncle Staple," founder of STAPLE! The Independent Media Expo held annually in Austin, Texas. STAPLE! The Independent Media Expo is the premiere event in the Southwest for independently created comics, zines, art, crafts, games and more. This year's STAPLE! is coming soon on October 12-13, visit https://staple-austin.org/ for more information!