Comics Deserve Better
139 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago -We explore the wonders of non-licensed, indie comics in Comics Deserve Better. Everything from Image to Webtoon is game in this show that discusses old favorites, the new hotness, and books that might be a little bit off the beaten path. (Logo by Winston Gambro)
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Episode 117: Home vol. 1 by Julio Anta, Anna Wieszczyk, Bryan Valenza, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou
July 06, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 62.5 MBPlease join us for Richard's choice: Home vol. 1 by Julio Anta, Anna Wieszczyk, Bryan Valenza, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image). ** BIG ANNOUNCEMENT AT END OF EPISODE! ** DIY Corner: Out of Style: a gorgeous, all-new winchestermegg artbook! http://kck.st/3NZSPa9 Spotlights Brian: Cat Fight #1 by Andrew Wheeler, Ilias Kyriazis, Aguste, Dennis Yatras, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (IDW) Richard: The Return of Chilling Adventures in Sorcery by Eliot Rahal, Vincenzo Federici, Sina Grace, C...
Episode 116: The Tea Dragon Society by K. O’Neill with lettering by Saida Temofonte
June 29, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 59 MBReady for some wonderful storytelling and all-around cuteness? Join us for Carrie's choice: The Tea Dragon Society by K. O’Neill with lettering by Saida Temofonte (Oni Press). Also in this episode, excellent discussions about other comics and delicious food! DIY Corner: Drumsticks of Doom #1-4 by Dan Dougherty and John Westhoff http://kck.st/3CFnSlt Spotlights Mentioned: Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam by Thien Pham (First Second) Cat’s Cradle: The Mole King’s La...
Episode 115: Friend of the Devil: A Reckless Book by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips
June 22, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 78.2 MBWe have discovered that it is a Brubaker/Phillips/Phillips world, and we are just lucky enough to live in it. Join us for this episode as we discuss Brian's choice: Friend of the Devil: A Reckless Book by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips. Other books discussed: Klik Klik Boom #1 by Doug Wagner, Doug Dabbs, Matt Wilson, Ed Dukeshire, and Erika Schnatz (Image) The Faint of Heart by Kerilynn Wilson (GreenWillow Books) Lovesick #1 by Luana Vecchio (Image) DIY Corner: Mr...
Episode 114: Bone vol. 2: The Great Cow Race by Jeff Smith
June 17, 2023 02:22 - 1 hour - 76.5 MBTake a bite out of this week's episode (and Richard's choice!): Bone vol. 2: The Great Cow Race by Jeff Smith. It's a cute romp through a fun land where all sorts of beings can race, work, and fall in love! (PS...Carrie is very sorry that she was sleepy this episode!) Check out this week's DIY Corner: Stardust the Super Wizard, Hardcover Anthology https://zoop.gg/c/stardust And this week's Spotlight Picks!: Elle(s) vol. 3: Elle Together by Kid Toussaint and Aveline Stockart, Translati...
Episode 113: ¡Ay Mija!: My Bilingual Summer in Mexico by Christine Suggs
June 08, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBAnother episode, another tangent by Carrie. Enjoy all the goofy goodness that we bring you this episode, while we discuss MY CHOICE: ¡Ay Mija!: My Bilingual Summer in Mexico by Christine Suggs, a beautifully written autobiographical piece about identity and belonging. DIY Corner: Mary Shelley's School for Monsters Horror Graphic Novel by Anna Wieszczyk, Joel Rodriguez, and Jessica Maison http://kck.st/3WHpkN3 Our Spotlight Recs: Daughters of Snow and Cinders by Nuria Tamarit, tran...
Episode 112: Reckless by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips
June 01, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 69.2 MBWhat an episode! Please join in our delight, as we discuss Brian's choice: Reckless by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips (Image). Other wonderful books talked about: Hungry Ghost by Victoria Ying and Lynette Wong (First Second); Devil on her Shoulder: Complete Edition by Sandra Cardona, and Cédric Mayen (Europe); Bowser + Luigi are in Love by Ariel Ries (Shortbox); Torrent #1 by Marc Guggenheim, Justin Greenwood, Rico Renzi and Keith Wood (Image). The project featured in DIY C...
Episode 111: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, Tom Waltz, Esau Escorza, Isaac Escorza, et al., and Interview with Jason Douglas (Jane American).
May 25, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 93.6 MBHi all! This week's episode is HUGE. We are delighted to share our interview with Ringo Award nominee Jason Douglas (Parallel) about his new book, Jane American. We talk inclusivity, family, and what makes our comic worlds go 'round, as well as Jason's projects. Also in this episode, we tackle Richard's choice: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, Tom Waltz, Esau Escorza, Isaac Escorza, Ben Bishop, Luis Antonio Delgado, Shawn Lee, Samuel Plata, and...
Episode 110: Count Crowley: Reluctant Midnight Monster Hunter by David Dastmalchian, Lukas Ketner, Lauren Affe and Frank Cvetkovic
April 20, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBWhat an episode! Laughter! Dismay! Tears from Carrie! Join the CDB podsters for their last episode of the season, where they talk about DSTLRY, lots of fun comics (and an appearance by a book!), and the wonderful book that was Carrie's choice: Count Crowley: Reluctant Midnight Monster Hunter by David Dastmalchian, Lukas Ketner, Lauren Affe and Frank Cvetkovic. Other great comics mentioned: Danger and Other Unknown Risks by Ryan North and Erica Henderson (Penguin Workshop); The Great Briti...
Episode 109: Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe and Phoebe Kobabe
April 13, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MBJoin us for a wonderful episode about a book that should be mandatory reading. That's it. That's the tweet. DIY Corner: Cristabel vol 1 by Erica Schultz, Amagoia Agirre, and Cardinal Rae http://kck.st/40M0Fbj Our Faceless Fears #1-3: A Victorian-Era Ghost Story by CM Anderson http://kck.st/3zN0l0k Spotlights: Indigo Children #1 by Curt Pires, Rockwell White, Alex Diotto, Dee Cunniffe, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image) Art Brut #1 by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Marazzo and Mat Lopes (I...
Episode 108: Deadly Class vol 1: Regan Youth by Rick Remender, Wes Craig, Lee Loughridge and Rus Wooton
April 06, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 59.5 MBWe hope you enjoyed last week's foray into the BIG 2, but now we are back where we belong... Join us this week while we discuss Richard's choice: Deadly Class vol 1: Regan Youth by Rick Remender, Wes Craig, Lee Loughridge and Rus Wooton . Get ready for this thrill-ride through things that make Carrie very uncomfortable! And don't forget Brian's epic 3 minute run through DIY Corner: A Flag to Fly #1 - Fantasy Adventure https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/aflag2fly/a-flag-to-fly-1?ref=cszi...
Episode 107: DC: The New Frontier by Darwyn Cooke
April 01, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBJoin us for a special edition of Comics Deserve Better, where we highlight the phenomenal book DC: The New Frontier by Darwyn Cooke. We laughed, we cried, we were happy some jerks from Marvel got fired. Other Big 2 books mentioned: Stargirl: The Lost Children #1-5 by Geoff Johns, Todd Nuack, Matt Herms, and Rob Leigh (DC) Uncanny X-Men #327 by Scott Lobdell, Roger Cruz, Tim Townsend & Al Milgrom (Marvel) Comics Deserve Better is usually a podcast about independent comics, but this we...
Episode 106: Strangers in Paradise by Terry Moore
March 23, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 55.6 MBOh, it's time to take a trip into the Carrie Vault! Listen to Brian, Richard, and Carrie discuss Carrie's choice: Strangers in Paradise by Terry Moore. It's an episode FULL OF SPOILERS OFF THE JUMP, so be prepared. But also, it's a glorious comic and we want you to read it (or re-read it again)! DIY Corner: PINOCCHIO. Art by Mike Mignola. Madness by Lemony Snicket. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/beehivebooks/pinocchio-an-illuminated-edition-by-mike-mignola ?ref=discovery&term=Pin...
EPISODE 105: Ashes by Álvaro Ortiz, Adaptation by Leigh Walton, Translation by Eva Ibarzabal, Lettering by Krystal Beisick
March 16, 2023 12:00 - 1 hour - 86.4 MBJoin Brian, Richard, and Carrie while they discuss Brian's choice: Ashes by Álvaro Ortiz, Adaptation by Leigh Walton, Translation by Eva Ibarzabal, Lettering by Krystal Beisick. It's lovely and surreal and sad and heartwarming, and will make you want a monkey of your own! Other *otherings* mentioned this episode: IMPOSSIBLE JONES & AMERICAN A.N.G.E.L. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1227066666/impossible-jones-and-american-angel?ref=discovery_category (DIY ME) The Moth Keeper by ...
Episode 104: Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of Comics by Tom Scioli
March 10, 2023 06:56 - 1 hour - 87.6 MB** Disclaimer: The editing was done by Carrie. Please don't think poorly of her ** Welcome back to another week of shenanigans with your favorite comic-book dwellers (Brian, Richard, and Carrie), while they talk about Richard's choice: Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of Comics by Tom Scioli. Other books discussed this episode are: Carmilla: The First Vampire by Amy Chu, Soo Lee and Sal Cipriano (Dark Horse/Berger Books) Phantom Road #1 by Jeff Lemire, Gabriel H. Walta, Jordie Bel...
Episode 103: Black Hole by Charles Burns
March 02, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBBuckle up, buttercups! It's time to join Brian, Richard, and Carrie to discuss Carrie's choice: Black Hole by Charles Burns. However, content warning: it's sex, drugs, and death, so it may not be for everyone! DIY Corner: Nine Lives by Steve Horton and Chris Peterson https://zoop.gg/c/ninelives Other Books Discussed: Shubeik Lubeik by Deena Mohammad (Pantheon Graphic Library) Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast where three adult nerds nerd out for a couple of hours about thin...
Episode 102: The Chuckling Whatsit by Richard Sala
February 23, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 60.4 MBJoin these nerdy compadres (Brian, Richard, and Carrie) as they discuss The Chuckling Whatsit by Richard Sala. Other books discussed this episode: Rockstar and Softboy Go to Space by Sina Grace and Rus Wooton (Image) DIY Corner: Octopus: A Memoir of Flailing by Richard Fairgray https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/blastosaurus/octopus-1?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=Flail Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast, hosted by three amazing elder millenials, who want you to re...
EPISODE 101: The Private Eye vol. 2 by Brian K. Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente
February 16, 2023 20:56 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBHang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Private Eye vol. 2 by Brian K. Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente Kickstarter mentioned this episode: A Thing Called Truth vol. 2 Drive Home by Iolanda Zanfardino and Elisa Romboli https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/178543812/a-thing-called-truth-vol-2-drive-home?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=A%20Thing%20Called%20Truth%20 Other books mentioned by Brian and Richard: The Secret Hist...
Episode 100: The Department of Truth by James Tynion IV, Martin Simmonds, Aditya Bidikar, and Dylan Todd
January 13, 2023 08:27 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBWhoa whoa WHOA. We finally made it! Episode 100 is here and it is a ROLLERCOASTER :) Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Department of Truth by James Tynion IV, Martin Simmonds, Aditya Bidikar, and Dylan Todd (Image) as well as favorite conspiracy theories, death, and of course, indie comics. We also each do our own top five lists and in result, talk about a lot of great comics. Also someone likes ska, and that person is Braan Stuffer....
Episode 99: Garlic and the Witch by Bree Paulsen
January 06, 2023 01:46 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBHang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Garlic and the Witch (Quill Tree Books) as well as resolutions, real estate, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Life of Melody by Mari Costa (Seven Seas) Old Dog #1 by Declan Shalvey, Clayton Clowes & Heather Antos (Image) Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by Brian, Carrie, and Richard which covers the world of Independent Comics. For a list of episodes, soc...
Episode 98: Interview with Jason Douglas, Author of "Parallel"
December 30, 2022 04:05 - 1 hour - 72.6 MBFEEL THE MERRY, Ya Filthy Animals! It's a Christmas Break Treat! Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie while they interview Jason Douglas about his book: Parallel (Source Point Press), with art by Adam Ferris and Josh Sobek. This special edition is a limited-run trade paperback, featuring cover art by Lyx Lyon! A beautiful book, not to be missed! We also discuss illness, favorite Christmas songs, relationships, and what makes us happy. Other books discussed in the episode: Elle(s) V...
Episode 97: Squire by Sara Alfageeh and Nadia Shammas
December 22, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 105 MBHey Everyone! Merry Whatever-You-Celebrate! Join Brian, Richard, and Carrie as they discuss Brian's choice: Squire by Sara Alfageeh and Nadia Shammas (Quill Tree Books). This is an extra giddy episode, so enjoy the triumphant trio as they discuss holiday movies, being true to oneself, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Friday #6 by Ed Brubaker, Marcos Martin and Muntsa Vicente (Panel Syndicate) and Dark Ride #1 by Joshua Williamson, Andrei Bressan, Adrian...
Episode 96: The Private Eye vol 1 by Brian K Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente
December 15, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 75.9 MBHang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Private Eye vol 1 by Brian K Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa Vicente (Image/Panel Syndicate) as well as The Hobbit, dogs, and of course, indie comics! Other books discussed in the episode: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Ultimate B&W Collection vol. 1-6 by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, and Various (IDW) Voyagis #1 by Sumeyye Kesgin (Image) ** For more information on other amazing books, check out ...
Episode 95: Orcs! by Christine Larsen
December 08, 2022 13:00 - 51 minutes - 47.6 MBHang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Orcs! By Christine Larsen (BOOM) as well as other comic news and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Sir Gawain and the Green Knight by John Reppion and Mark Penman (Peman & Reppion) https://www.moorereppion.com/greenknight/ Hell to Pay #1 by Charles Soule, Will Sliney, Rachelle Rosenberg and Chris Crank (Image) DIY Corner: The Whistling Skull https://zoop.gg/c/whistlingskul...
Episode 94: Newburn vol. 1 by Chip Zdarsky and Jacob Phillips
December 01, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 60.7 MBHang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Newburn by Chip Zdarsky and Jacob Phillips (IMAGE) as well as the World Cup, food, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Kroma #1 by Lorenzo De Felici, Rus Wooton, Andres Juarez, Sean Mackiewicz, and Jillian Crab (Image) Hitomi #1-2 by HS Tak, Isabella Mazzanti, Nicoletta Bea, Valentina Napolitano and Rob Jones (Image) DIY Corner: Objects in the Mirror https://zoop.gg/c/objects...
Episode 93: God Country by Donnie Cates, Geoff Shaw, Jason Wordie, John J Hill, and Gerardo Zaffino
November 17, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBHang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: God Country by Donnie Cates, Geoff Shaw, Jason Wordie, John J Hill and Gerardo Zaffino (Image) as well as book fairs, billionaires, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: It’s Lonely at the Centre of the Earth by Zoe Thorogood (Image) Chilling Adventures of Salem #1 by Cullen Bunn, Dan Schoening, Ben Galvan, Matt Herms and Jack Morelli (Archie) Comics Deserve Better is a wee...
Episode 93: God Country by Donny Cates, Geoff Shaw, Jason Wordie, John J Hill, and Gerardo Zaffino
November 17, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBHang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: God Country by Donny Cates, Geoff Shaw, Jason Wordie, John J Hill and Gerardo Zaffino (Image) as well as book fairs, billionaires, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: It’s Lonely at the Centre of the Earth by Zoe Thorogood (Image) Chilling Adventures of Salem #1 by Cullen Bunn, Dan Schoening, Ben Galvan, Matt Herms and Jack Morelli (Archie) Comics Deserve Better is a weekl...
Episode 92: Capote in Kansas by Ande Parks and Chris Samnee
November 10, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 81.8 MBHang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie, and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Capote in Kansas by Ande Parks and Chris Samnee (Oni Press) as well as the holiday season, classic literature, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Banned Book Club by Kim Hyun Sook, Ryan Estrada, and Ko-Hyung-Ju (Iron Circus) Chicken Devils 1 by Brian Buccellato, Mattie Monaco and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Aftershock) DIY Corner: Room Service a short film and comic by James...
Episode 91: Something is Killing the Children vol. 1 by James Tynion IV, Werther Dell’edera, Miquel Muerto, and AndWorld Design
November 03, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 87.3 MBThe Boys (and a Girl) are back in town! Halloween may be over, but it is still spooky szn with The CDB crew! Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Something is Killing the Children vol. 1 by James Tynion IV, Werther Dell’edera, Miquel Muerto, and AndWorld Design (BOOM) as well as bathroom etiquette, childhood trauma, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Night at the Belfry by Xavier Saxon, Edited by Alison O’Too...
Episode 90: Ice Cream Man vol 1 Rainbow Sprinkles by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Morazzo, Chris O’Halloran, Good Old Neon, and Shanna Matuszak
September 29, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBSpooky Season is already here at the CDB Pod with Richard's pick: Ice Cream Man vol 1 Rainbow Sprinkles by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Morazzo, Chris O’Halloran, Good Old Neon, and Shanna Matuszak (Image). The crew talks about Neapolitan, spiders, drugs, and whether or not they want ice cream after reading this book,. They also choose their favorite book of the season and Carrie surprises us all with her pick. Other books discussed: Hellboy vol. 1-12 and Hellboy in Hell vol. 1-2 by Mike Mign...
Episode 89: Garlic & the Vampire by Bree Paulsen
September 22, 2022 12:00 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBLong week? Need a respite from the 24 hour news cycle? Listen to 50 minutes of pure podcast entertainment! We may be sleepy, but we deliver! Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Garlic and the Vampire (Harper Collins/Quill Tree Books) as well as how cute veggies can be in indie comics! Other books discussed in the episode: DIY Corner: Wasted Space The Cosmic Collection by Michael Moreci, Hayden Sherman, Jason Wordie, Jim Campbell, and Tim ...
Episode 88: Maggie the Mechanic: The Love & Rockets Library - Locas Book 1 by Jaime Hernandez (with Andrew Levins)
September 15, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 94.9 MBHang out with Brian, Richard, Carrie and SPECIAL GUEST ANDREW LEVINS (Hey Fam/All the Small Games/Tik Toker Extraordinaire) and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Maggie the Mechanic: The Love & Rockets Library - Locas Book 1 by Jaime Hernandez (Fantographics) as well as the new Nintendo Direct, and of course, indie comics. DIY Corner: Oh the Things You Won’t Know and The Phantom of Eternia https://crowdfundr.com/924Jg9?ref=tw_4Bhgwc_ab_A1Ajk1fmwDTA1Ajk1fmwDT Ad Break by Jon Valenzue...
Episode 87: Stray Dogs by Tony Fleecs, Trish Forstner, Brad Simpson, Tone Rodriguez, Lauren Perry, Lauren Herda, and Gabriela Downie (IMAGE)
September 08, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 68.5 MBCW: This episode you will hear descriptions of violence towards women and violence towards animals. And you will hear Carrie cry. A. Lot. Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: Stray Dogs by Tony Fleecs, Trish Forstner, Brad Simpson, Tone Rodriguez, Lauren Perry, Lauren Herda, and Gabriela Downie (IMAGE) as well as substances to keep you awake, Brian and Carrie's dog, and of course, indie comics. DIY Corner: The After-Realm #5 by Michael Av...
Episode 86: Dead Dog’s Bite by Tyler Boss
September 01, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 83.8 MBCarrie finally chose a book that wasn't cutesy or fun! Carrie is a serious Comic Book Reader now! Hang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie, and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Dead Dog's Bite by Tyler Boss (Dark Horse) as well as ketchup, Marvel???, and of course, indie comics! Other books discussed in the episode: Dragon Slayer: vol. 1-3 by Devin Kraft, Matt Johnson, Brooks Johnson, Matthew Warlick, Jake Ekiss, Vinh-Luan Luu, Ruby Boiko, and Krystal Bruce (Cheshire Cat Comics); ...
Episode 85: The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere. by James Spooner
August 25, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBCarrie was MIA at work, so when the cat's away, the mice will have BOYZ NITE! (TM) Hang out with Brian and Richard and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: The High Desert: Black. Punk. Nowhere. by James Spooner (HarperCollins) as well as racism, punk and ska music, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: We Ride Titans #5 by Tres Dean, Sebastian Píriz, Dee Cuniffe and Jim Campbell (Vault); Barbaric vol. 2 #1 by Michael Moreci, Nathan Gooden, Addison Duke, and...
Episode 84: Interview with Devin Kraft (Neverender, Silence, Dragon Slayer)
August 18, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBHi All! It's Brian here. I am back again writing the description to the episodes. I am not as good as Carrie, but please don't take that as a lack of quality of this episode. Richard and I had an amazing conversation with comics creator Devin Kraft where we talk, comics, space, anime, movies and more. It's a fun eclectic time that I hope you all enjoy as much as we had recording it. Other comics covered this episode: The Deadliest Bouquet #1 by Erica Schultz, Carola Borelli, and Gab Con...
Episode 83: Not All Robots vol 1 by Mark Russell, Mike Deodato Jr, Lee Loughridge, and Steve Wands
August 11, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 82.1 MBHang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: Not All Robots vol 1 by Mark Russell, Mike Deodato Jr, Lee Loughridge, and Steve Wands (AWA Upshot) as well as podcast recommendations from Carrie (!), the end of the world, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Golden Rage #1 by Chrissy Williams, Lauren Knight, Sofie Dodgson, Shayne Hannah Cui, Becca Carey, and Joamette Gil (Image); Elle(s) #1 by Kid Toussaint and Aveline Sto...
Episode 82: Ghostly Things, Vol. 1 by Ushio Shirotori
August 04, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBJoin Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Ghostly Things, Vol. 1 by Ushio Shirotori (Seven Seas), as well as other really awesome indie comics! Other books discussed in the episode: Sins of the Black Flamingo #1-2 by Andrew Wheeler, Travis Moore, Tamra Bonvillain, and Aditya Bidikar (Image) Do a Powerbomb #1-2 by Daniel Warren Johnson, Mike Spicer and Rus Wooton (Image) Public Domain #2 by Chip Zdarsky (Image) DIY CORNER: Beowulf #1-4 https://www.ki...
Episode 81: Prince of Cats by Ronald Wimberly, Jared K Fletcher, and Jorden Haley
July 28, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBCome down to the Malt Shop and hang out with Brian, Richard and Carrie! Listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Prince of Cats by Ronald Wimberly, Jared K Fletcher, and Jorden Haley (Image) as well as the comment section of Pornhub, the benevolence of humanity, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Talk to my Back by Yamada Murasaki - Translated by Ryan Holmberg (Drawn & Quarterly) Disney’s Stitch: Stitch & the Samurai vol 1 by Hiroto Wada (TokyoPop) Public ...
BONUS: Paper Girls Recap Part 3 (Issues 21-30)
July 14, 2022 12:00 - 53 minutes - 48.8 MBIt's the end of our recap! Join Richard and Brian for issues 21 through 30 aka volumes 5 and 6 (aka issues 41-60 to Brian) of Papergirls! Now your ready for the Amazon Prime show! Enjoy!
BONUS: Paper Girls Recap Part 2 (Issues 11-20)
July 07, 2022 12:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBIt's time for Bonus 2 where we get into issues 11-20 (Volumes 3 and 4) of Paper Girls. Or as Brian calls it, the Empire Strikes Back of the series. We talk about time travel, goth future selves and revenge among other things. Hope you all enjoy!
BONUS: Paper Girls Recap Part 1 (Issues 1-10)
June 30, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 56 MBHi All! In anticipation of the Paper Girls tv show premiering at the end of July on Amazon Prime, Brian and Richard decided that a recap of the source material was a must. Join us as we go through volumes 1 and 2 aka issues 1-10 on a crazy journey delivering papers.
Episode 80: Getting it Together by Sina Grace, Omar Spahi, Jenny D Fine, Mx. Struble and Sean Konot
June 23, 2022 12:00 - 2 hours - 116 MBIt’s our season finale! Party time! What’s a party without music and a little drama, so Richard suggested Getting it Together by Sina Grace, Omar Spahi, Jenny D Fine, Mx. Struble and Sean Konot (Image) for our reading pleasure. We have a good conversation about this plus many other things including normalizing mensuration and our misspent Twenties. Hope you all enjoy. Other books discussed on the episode. The Bone Orchard Mythos: The Passageway by Jeff Lemire, Andrea Sorrentino, David Stew...
Episode 79: Bitter Root vol. 3 Legacy by David F. Walker, Chuck Brown, Sanford Greene, Sofie Dodgson and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou
June 16, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBYou all thought it was a fun and fancy free BOYZ NITE (TM), but you will be wrong. Very. Wrong. Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Bitter Root vol. 3 Legacy by David F. Walker, Chuck Brown, Sanford Greene, Sofie Dodgson and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image) and can you tell us if you can hear the ghost voice? She makes an appearance and has completely petrified Carrie. Other books discussed in the episode: Friday #1-5 by Ed Brubaker, Marcos Ma...
Episode 78: Murder Falcon by Daniel Warren Johnson, Mike Spicer and Rus Wooton
June 09, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBHave you missed us? We missed you! Come hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Murder Falcon by Daniel Warren Johnson, Mike Spicer and Rus Wooton (IMAGE) as well as what they consider bangers, Radiohead recs, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: The Closet #1 by James Tynion IV, Gavin Fullerton, Chris O’Halloran, and Tom Napolitano (Image); Neverender #1 by Devin Kraft, Vinh-Luan Luu, and James Hussel (Behemoth); Ju...
Episode 77: Bitter Root vol. 2 Rage and Redemption by Chuck Brown, David F Walker, Sanford Greene, Sofie Dodgson, and Clayton Cowles
June 02, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBHi all! The Crew is back and this time with our fist ever sequel episode! In celebration of his first appearance on the podcast about a year ago, Richard picked the second volume of Bitter Root for us to talk about. We had a really good time talking about this book and got into some interesting related topics since this book is such a poignant and necessary read these days more than ever. We hope you all enjoy! Other books discussed: Little Monarchs by Jonathan Case (Margaret Ferguson Books...
Episode 77: Bitter Root vol. 2 Rage and Redemption by Chuck Brown, David F Walker, Sandford Greene, Sofie Dodgson, and Clayton Cowles
June 02, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBHi all! The Crew is back and this time with our fist ever sequel episode! In celebration of his first appearance on the podcast about a year ago, Richard picked the second volume of Bitter Root for us to talk about. We had a really good time talking about this book and got into some interesting related topics since this book is such a poignant and necessary read these days more than ever. We hope you all enjoy! Other books discussed: Little Monarchs by Jonathan Case (Margaret Ferguson Book...
Episode 76: Waves by Ingrid Chabbert, Carole Maurel, Edward Gauvin, and Deron Bennett
May 26, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 76.1 MBThe CDB Crew is back! Yes it’s only been a week, but what a week it’s been. Darci chose Waves by Ingrid Chabbert, Carole Maurel, Edward Gauvin, and Deron Bennett (BOOM/Archaia) for our main subject, and yes there is a content warning for anything that has to do with pregnancy and childbirth. It’s a great conversation overall and we hope you enjoy. Other books talked about this week: Swim Team by Johnnie Christmas (Harper Alley); The Stone King by Kel McDonald and Tyler Crook (Comixology);...
Episode 75: Mouse Guard: Fall 1152 by David Petersen
May 19, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBWe're here again to talk about comics! This week, Carrie chose the first volume of Mouse Guard. Carrie was not feeling too well during the recording, but stuck in there like a trooper and completed the episode with the rest of us! Other books talked about this episode: Crossover #13 by Donny Cates, Geoff Shaw, Dee Cunniffe, John J Hill and Mark Waid (Image); My Brother Teddy by Jaromir Francois, Todor Hristov; and Sonya Anstasova (Source Point Press) Mouse Guard: Legends of the Guards Vol...
Episode 74: Bone vol. 1: Out From Boneville by Jeff Smith and color by Steve Hamaker
May 12, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 61.9 MBThe full CDB gang is back together again! Hang out with Brian, Richard, Darci, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Brian's choice: Bone Vol. 1: Out from Boneville by Jeff Smith, with colors by: Steve Hamaker (Image) as well as the current state of politics, Instagram, Wikipedia, and of course, indie comics. Other books discussed in the episode: Twig #1 by Skottie Young, Kyle Strahm, Jean-Francis Beaulieu, and Nate Piekos of Blambot (Cartoon Books) Land of the Living Gods #1 by Isaac M...
Episode 73: Night of the Ghoul by Scott Snyder, Francesco Francavilla, and AndWorld Design
May 05, 2022 12:00 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBAhoyhoy! It's time to get a little ghoulish with the CDB Crew as we cover Night of the Ghoul by Scott Snyder, Francesco Francavilla, and AndWorld Design (Comixology/Best Jacket Press) which was the intrepid Richard's choice. What makes Richard intrepid you may be asking? Well it's because he chooses books like Night of the Ghoul to cover on the pod. So yes, we have entered into a paradox. What better time is there to listen to a podcast than the dissolving of reality all around you? Other b...