Crowdfinders's podcast
63 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 3 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsCrowdfinders interviews introduce you to independent comic book creators and allow you to learn from their experiences writing, drawing assembling their productions teams, and most importantly, finding their crowds. This includes their experience submitting to publishers, kickstarting and crowdfunding their books or taking their work to the webcomic format.
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Episode 61 Marcus Kwame and more
July 25, 2021 16:24 - 56 minutes - 61.8 MBAfter a nearly 5 year hiatus Crowdfinders is BACK with Marcus Kwame, artist for The Black Panther Party: A Graphic Novel History. It's been a long time so please shout out to me on the twitters @CrowdfinderPOD as I'd love to hear from you. ALSO 1. Check out my new Youtube channel, Camping in Colour (but only if you enjoy nature photography and people chilling around the campfire) https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGcI85r_ljIfwBKq-seqTtOzXv-RMceny 2. Check out The Black Panth...
Crowdfinders 61: Ryan Burst
May 28, 2017 16:21 - 47 minutes - 21.6 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Ryan Burst, moderator of r/comicbookcollabs, one of the first people to welcome me to the indie comic world and an all around great guy with a passion for independent stories and the creators who bring them to life. And remember people, life is BEAUTIFUL!
Crowdfinders 60: Matt Hawkins
April 22, 2017 20:09 - 1 hour - 39.7 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Matt Hawkins about his Kickstarter, Golgotha, his other upcoming work and the future in general. Check out his KICKSTARTER until Saturday, May 6th, 2017. At the 1:18:00 mark (One hour, 18 minutes in) I will talk about a TRAGIC EVENT that's impacted me personally, and how I am unhappy with the news coverage. If you'd prefer no politics with your comics, I'd advise you to stop listening at that point.
Crowdfinders 59, Toronto Comics Anthology
March 11, 2017 23:34 - 1 hour - 34.4 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Steven Andrews, Lorena Torres Loaiza and Miike about the Toronto Comics anthology. Check out their WEBSITE and feel free to support the KICKSTARTER!
Crowdfinders 58, Brian L. Hawkins
February 12, 2017 20:37 - 53 minutes - 24.5 MBAwesome to talk to Brian L. Hawkins about his experience creating the alternative history indie comic America's Kingdom. Be sure to check out his KICKSTARTER and listen past the outro music for a bonus discussion about public education. Shout out to Brian! TWITTER FACEBOOK
Crowdfinders 57: Conor McCreery
January 14, 2017 19:09 - 39 minutes - 18.2 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Conor McCreery about his IDW book Kill Shakespeare and how he brought it to print. Some really great marketing insights in this one!
Crowdfinders 56: Sam Sattin
December 06, 2016 03:18 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Sam Sattin about the hard work and perseverance that it takes to make a Legend. And that is not hyperbole, that is an accurate description of the scope of our conversation. Shout out to Sam on the Twitter @SamuelSattin Like Legend on Facebook Check out Legend on the Z2 Website
Crowdfinders 55: Mike Schneider and Me
November 23, 2016 00:26 - 1 hour - 40.3 MBHey Crowdfinders, this episode is all about you. Well, actually it's all about me, but it could be about you too, if you take me up on the offer and submit, as I am, to the Octal Anthology of pitch packets. I talk to Octal creator Mike Schneider about my pitch, the pitching process, and how you can pitch too. (HINT, it starts by visiting the OCTAL WEBSITE). So listen, learn and enjoy.
Crowdfinders 54: Nelson Blake and Bryan Hill
September 27, 2016 10:47 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Nelson and Bryan about their new Image book Romulus, secret societies and hidden conspiracies. And the cherry on top is all the free advice for creators.
Crowdfinders 53: Erin Berry
August 03, 2016 12:29 - 56 minutes - 25.7 MBThe x-files inspired "majic" is finally here! Sign up at majiccomic.com to get your free copy. In honour of this auspicious occasion I talk to filmmaker Erin Berry, my co-creator on this project, about the hows and whys of producing a photocomic. Erin Berry IMDB Felipe Rodriguez IMDB (majic cinematographer) Erin Berry Death Reel Omar's Comin' Supercut (Just the Omar scenes from HBO's "The Wire")
Crowdfinders 52: Luke Stone
July 18, 2016 16:51 - 1 hour - 28.3 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Luke Stone, founder of the Tenacious Comics cooperative and creator of the Zombie/Hotdog Slice of life "Worst Day Ever" Be Sure to Check out Tenacious Comics WEBSITE And if you're interested in getting a free copy of the the sci-fi photocomic "majic" sign up for your copy HERE
Crowdfinders 51: Jack Wallace
June 18, 2016 07:10 - 1 hour - 33.4 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Jack Wallace of Disposable Fiction comics on breaking in to the indie comics scene. Check out Disposable Fiction online! And please read and like majic comic on Facebook! Thanks!
Crowdfinders 50: 50th Episode Spectacular Part 2
May 15, 2016 15:28 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBWhat do you do with a 50th episode so spectacular that you can't fit it into one episode? Simple, you split it into 2 episodes. Part 2 (Electric Bugaloo) consists of a long and most excellent interview with Rus Wooton (Crowdfinders 36), letterist extraordinaire and a talk with Olivia Li about Boundless, the science comics anthology that features, among other great talents, ME, Dave, straight from the podcast shack. Check out the links! For all things Rus: http://rusandpat.com/ B...
Crowdfinders 50: 50th Episode Spectacular
May 05, 2016 23:28 - 2 hours - 59.3 MBWelcome to the Crowdfinders 50th episode SPECTACULAR. This action packed show is my way of thanking you, dear and gentle Crowdfinders for the support you showed in getting me all the way to episode 50. I couldn't have done it without you, I wouldn't have done it without you. This episode contains: 1. Shoutouts to, and updates from former Crowdfinders: Jamie ME, Crowdfinders 2 Sara Childs, Crowdfinders 8 Chris Tull, Crowdfinders 11 Gabriel "Gabo" Bautista, Crowdfinders 12 Afua ...
Crowdfinders 49: Bobby Torres
April 25, 2016 01:41 - 1 hour - 56.5 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Bobby Torres, a scrappy yet meticulous up and comer in the indie comic book. We talk about his journey developing his incipient career while balancing family and two jobs (the second of which he took to pay for his comic book habit). All of us can learn a lot from this guy, and if you're anything like me, you can take away a little bit of inspiration as well.
Crowdfinders 48: David Gallaher
March 26, 2016 01:24 - 49 minutes - 22.8 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to David Gallaher about hard work, process, overcoming epilepsy and illness his upcoming GN The Only Living Boy. Be sure to shout out to David on the Twitter @DavidGallaher and shop for all his amazing wares on AMAZON More on David (from the press release) In addition to his work as Chief Creative Officer for Bottled Lightning Inc., Gallaher has written for Marvel Comics, The New York City Police Department, and McGraw-Hill and served as an editor on Attack o...
Crowdfinders 47: Mike Schneider
March 13, 2016 20:43 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBSo great to talk to Mike Schneider, the innovative anti-artist behind Octal, an anthology of curated pitch packets. It's entertainment, it's educational, it's an opportunity, it's even great design. Jump in to the world of Octal Right now on the Octal Comics Facebook Group or on the Octal Comics Website
Crowdfinders 46: Shawnee and Shawnelle Gibbs
February 28, 2016 23:18 - 1 hour - 39.6 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Shawnee and Shawnelle Gibbs, the twin sisters, and twin creators of The Invention of EJ Whitaker. These women give killer advice on team building and story creating with a little bit of urban planning thrown in there for good measure. It goes without saying that this episode is NOT TO BE MISSED. Shout out to the Gibbs sisters on the Twitter @iamEJWhitaker and be sure to support their Kickstarter as well.
Crowdfinders 45: Sridhar Reddy
February 22, 2016 00:30 - 1 hour - 43.8 MBSuch a treat to talk to Sridhar Reddy of Z2 Comics about the long and winding road he took to comic book publishing. Shout out to Sridhar on the Twitter @sridharisreddy and find out more about Modern Prometheus and Z2 Comics HERE
Crowdfinders 44: Kwanza Osajyefo
February 07, 2016 01:06 - 2 hours - 55.2 MBSo happy to talk to Kwanza Osajyefo, the co-creator of the graphic novel Black which asks the simple question: "What if the world had superheroes but they were only black". A LOT MORE about Kwanza and the rest of the team behind Black (stolen from the press release from the good people at Superfan Productions) Timed to Black History Month comes a Kickstarter campaign to fund the new independent superhero science fiction original graphic novel BLACK, from Kwanza Johnson p/k/a Kwanz...
Crowdfinders 43: Justin Greenwood
January 23, 2016 21:17 - 53 minutes - 24.6 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Justin Greenwood, the artist behind The Fuse for Image comics and Sumptown and Stringers for Oni Press. Shout out to Justin on the Twitter @jkgreenwood_art or tumbl through his Tumblr
Crowdfinders 42: Kelly Bender
December 29, 2015 17:33 - 1 hour - 38 MBSo happy to talk to Kelly Bender, an indie inspiration who is living the dream (which, in the indie world means GRINDING every day, pushing the rock and actually seeing it move!) We talk process, team building, and how he gets it done. Not to be missed. Be sure to shout out to Kelly on the twitter @KellyBender17 if you want to tell him how much you love him.
Crowdfinders 41: Miguel Porto
December 07, 2015 17:11 - 42 minutes - 19.5 MBSo great to head over to Spain (virtually) and talk to the artistic genius behind the visually stunning Alan Son of Hellcock (created by Gabe Koplowitz and Will Tracey, Crowdfinders 39). We talk about finding your artistic voice, the comic book scene in Spain and working as a freelancer in an international market.
Crowdfinders 40: Koren Shadmi
November 17, 2015 02:27 - 1 hour - 28.2 MBSuch a treat to talk to Koren Shadmi about his new graphic novel The Abaddon, and maybe to get a little philosophical, even a little existential in the process. Be sure to shout out to Koren on the twitter @KorenShadmi and tell him how much you loved hearing him on Crowwdfinders (and I suppose, by extension, how much you love Crowdfinders, thanks!!!) More on Koren and The Abaddon (from the good folks who do his publicity) From award-winning illustrator Koren Shadmi comes THE ABADDON, a st...
Crowdfinders 39: Will Tracy and Gabe Koplowitz
November 09, 2015 20:53 - 39 minutes - 18.3 MBLaughed my butt off talking to Will Tracy and Gabe Koplowitz about their new book from Z2 Comics. Great dudes, super fun conversation, but I must warn you, sit down before you listen because you will laugh your butt off too and will be unable to sit down after you listen. Be sure to shout out to these two amazing creators on the Twitter @williamtracy and @gabekoplowitz A bit about the book (from Z2's promo department): Writers Will Tracy (Last Week Tonight with John Oliver) and Gabe Kopl...
Crowdfinders 38: Brandt Peters and Kathie Olivas
October 31, 2015 18:58 - 45 minutes - 20.8 MBSuch a treat to talk to artists Brand Peters and Kathie Olivas about their kickstarter for their exciting stop motion film based upon the world of their toy, Calliope Jackalope. Shout out to these awesome creators on the Twitter @KathieOlivas and @BrandtPeters and check out their wares on the Circus Posterus website: http://www.circusposterus.com/ And be sure to check out all the fare on the Up Late Network, of which Crowdfinders is a most proud, most recent, member. From the Press ...
Crowdfinders 37: Tony Lee
October 13, 2015 22:07 - 1 hour - 30.1 MBSo lucky to talk to NYT bestselling author Tony Lee about overcoming life's challenges, how to sell your book, how to sell yourself (the two are closely related) and how to reach reluctant readers. Be sure to shout out to Tony on the Twitter @mrtonylee and tell him that you loved hearing him on Crowdfinders. And be sure to check out his BLOG and his extensive WIKIPEDIA PAGE
Crowdfinders Crossover Episode
October 02, 2015 19:58 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MBSorry, no Crowdfinders this week, in lieu of a new episode check out my other podcast, Staff Loungin' podcast about education (it's actually quite entertaining, give it a shot. This week in the lounge we talk about education, inspiration and how we really should be reforming education. If you like Staff Loungin' head on over to http://staffloungin.libsyn.com/ for more episodes and teacher related zaniness...
Crowdfinders 36: Rus Wooton
September 22, 2015 21:28 - 2 hours - 71.1 MBSo lucky to talk to Rus Wooton, who seems to be the letterer (letterist) on just about every book out there right now that I am digging, The Walking Dead, Low, Black Science and so much more. If you like it, Rus probably letters it. We talk about the process of lettering, breaking into the business and the special challenges that Rus has had to overcome (I'm not going to tell you what they are, you are just going to have to listen to the podcast to find out!) find Rus on the Twitter @RusWo...
Crowdfinders 35: Ian McGinty
September 10, 2015 20:50 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBIan Mcginty, creator of the all ages book Welcome to Showside, coming out soon from Z2 comics on his new creation, Adventure Time, his life in art and the amazing family and truly horrible teachers who inspired and motivated him to be the artist he is today. Love Ian? Let him know on the twitter @IanMcginty or on Facebook or anywhere else... he'd love to hear from you. Better still, he'd love to see from you, so get that fan art going. And here are some links to some things that I mentio...
Crowdfinders 34b: Chris Hunt 2 Electric Bugaloo
September 01, 2015 14:23 - 59 minutes - 27.2 MBPART 2 OF 2, LISTEN TO PART ONE FIRST Part 2 of a 2 part episode talking to Chris Hunt, Artist, Writer, Creator of Carver: A Paris Story, coming from the new imprint Z2 comics on 11/11. It's a conversation that range as wild and free as the Cascade mountains of Idaho from which Chris hails. Part 1 of 2, and not to be missed! FIND CHRIS AT: CHRIS HUNT'S WEBSITE @lazzyfair on the Twitter FACEBOOK AND IF YOU LIKE THE PODCAST, PLEASE SUPPORT CROWDFINDERS ON PATREON https://www.patre...
Crowdfinders 34a: Chris Hunt
August 31, 2015 12:39 - 1 hour - 29.1 MBPART 1 OF 2, LISTEN TO THIS ONE FIRST... Part 1 of a two part episode talking to Chris Hunt, Artist, Writer, Creator of Carver: A Paris Story, coming from the new imprint Z2 comics on 11/11. It's a conversation that range as wild and free as the Cascade mountains of Idaho from which Chris hails. Part 1 of 2, and not to be missed! FIND CHRIS AT: CHRIS HUNT'S WEBSITE @lazzyfair on the Twitter FACEBOOK AND IF YOU LIKE THE PODCAST, PLEASE SUPPORT CROWDFINDERS ON PATREON https://www....
Crowdfinders 33 - Kuen Tang
August 26, 2015 14:29 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBYOU'LL NOT SEE NOTHING LIKE THE MIGHTY KUEN! Inspirational Kuen Tang about all things related to lettering and living a creatively satisfying life all while overcoming the challenges of being quadriplegic... There were times when Kuen's story brought me to tears, but don't take my word for it, listen for yourself. This episode is not to be missed! For all Kuen related links: https://about.me/tangkuen http://kuentang.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/pub/kuen-tang/27/212/771 https://twitter....
Crowdfinders 32: Ivan Plascencia
August 19, 2015 15:20 - 1 hour - 34.3 MBWhat a pleasure to talk with Colourist Ivan Plascencia about his life and his work. Ivan is an amazing and gracious guy and the talent behind, among other things, the visual feast of colours that adorn the work of Riley Rossmo in Rasputin and Contantine, the Hellbazer. As always, this episode is not to be missed. Follow Ivan on the Twitter @ivanplascencia and tell him how much you love his work. Do it now!
Crowdfinders 31: Amancay Nahuelpan
August 12, 2015 15:52 - 1 hour - 51.2 MBAmancay Nahuelpan is a Canadian/Chilean artist who shares how he managed to find himself in the perfect storm of comic book releases. Find Amancay on the twitter @annbonline And don't forget to check out his wicked art on the tumblr: http://annbonline.tumblr.com/ Findo out more about his books here: Boy-1: http://www.comicbookresources.com/comic-previews/boy-1-1-idw-2015 Young Terrorists: http://www.comicbookresources.com/comic-previews/young-terrorists-1-black-mask-2015 Clandestino: h...
Crowdfinders 30: Joseph Illidge
August 05, 2015 15:26 - 1 hour - 32.8 MBJoseph Illidge, weekly Comic Book Resources columnist and former member of the Batman Group (that's what they call the Batman editorial team at DC) talks about the issue of diversity (or rather the lack of diversity) in the world of comics, both on the page, and more perniciously, behind the scenes. It's a great interview, not to be missed, so strap on those earbuds because there is some learning to be done! You can find Joseph's column here: The Mission And check out his twitter feed for...
Crowdfinders 29: Nelson Blake II
July 29, 2015 15:03 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBSuch a pleasure to talk to Nelson about his upcoming Top Cow book, Romulus, with Bryan Edward Hill We also touch upon process, practice, line miles and even basketball. Not to be missed! Shout out to Nelson on the Twitter @nelsonblake2 and be sure to check Nelson's tumblr for Romulus updates and other cool stuff: http://nelsonblakeii.tumblr.com/
Crowdfinders 28: Himkar Tak
July 22, 2015 11:59 - 1 hour - 39 MBHimkar Tak talks about genetic manipulation and the ups and downs of getting his first book, Boy 1, published at IDW. Find Himkar on the Twitter @hstronic
Crowdfinders 27: Antony Johnston
July 15, 2015 14:59 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBSo great to talk to veteran author of comics and video games and fellow podcaster Antony Johnston about his work on the books The Fuse and Codename Baboushka, his time on the influential Warren Ellis Forum, his process and his team building techniqies, his podcast, Unjustly Maligned, his life in design and metal and so much more. I say this a lot, the difference is this time I mean it. This episode is not to be missed. Find Antony Here: http://www.antonyjohnston.com/ or on the Twitter @A...
Crowdfinders 26: Bryan Edward Hill
July 09, 2015 17:31 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBSo pleased to talk to zen master and comic book writer Bryan Edward Hill, about his Top Cow book Postal, his life, his process, and the lessons that can be gleaned from all 3. Show Notes: find Bryan @BryanEdwardHill on the Twitter http://bryanedwardhill.tumblr.com/ on the Tumblr
Crowdfinders 25: Julieta Colas
July 02, 2015 13:19 - 57 minutes - 26.5 MBThis time around it was my distinct pleasure to listen to and learn from the story of Julieta's life. Show Notes Courtesy the Great Julieta: My portfolio: http://www.jujujulieta.com My tumblr: http://engelen.tumblr.com COMICS I RECOMMEND: - Muchacho by Emmanuel Lepage - Persepolis by Marjane Satrapi - Beautiful Darkness by Fabien Vehlmann and Kerascoët THE SUNDAY COMICS KICKSTARTER https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/831309281/the-sunday-comics-are-back-with-over-150-cr...
Crowdfinders 24: John D. Roberts
June 24, 2015 15:58 - 1 hour - 39.1 MBThis time we are very excited to talk to comixology co-founder John D Roberts about the pivots in his life that led him to where he is today as well as the ways in which digitl comics platforms are changing the face of the comics industry for readers and creators alike. Plus there is a rap at the end... SHOW NOTES: Comixology (get your digital comics here...) https://www.comixology.com/ Comixology Submit (SUBMIT SUBMIT, who knows maybe your comic'll be a hit) https://submit.comixology...
Crowdfinders 23: Trevor Mueller
June 17, 2015 14:57 - 1 hour - 38.4 MBGreetings Crowdfinders, this time we talk to Trevor Meuller, author of youth readers indie book and Thrillbent webcomic Albert the Alien. Show notes: Get your Trevor fix here... KICKSTARTER: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/trevoramueller/albert-the-alien-vol-2-the-substitute-teacher-from WEBSITE: www.TrevorAMueller.com www.AlbertTheAlien.com www.Thrillbent.com FACEBOOK: www.Facebook.com/TrevorAMueller www.Facebook.com/AlbertTheAlien TWITTER: @TrevorAMuell...
Crowdfinders 22: Matt Hawkins
June 08, 2015 17:36 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBIt is my distinct pleasure to talk to Matt Hawkins, writer and president of Top Cow Comics. If you don't know who that is you are more of a noob than I am. We talk science, education, seizing the moment and most importantly, trciks and tips from his 20 year life in comics. Not to be missed! Show Notes: Matt's work (there is a ton of it so I just linked to Comic Vine, which credits him in 321 issues!): http://www.comicvine.com/matt-hawkins/4040-48784/ Some Pitching Advice from Matt's B...
Crowdfinders 21: Riley Rossmo
June 04, 2015 13:41 - 1 hour - 35.3 MBThis time around it was my distinct pleasure to talk to Riley Rossmo, an incredible talent with an incredible story. As Riley puts it, he draws because he has to. It's the lens that allows him to put the world into focus. Check out what Riley's has worked on here: http://www.comicvine.com/riley-rossmo/4040-48815/ Where to find Riley: Website: http://rileyrossmo.com/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rileyrossmo1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/riley.rossmo Tumblr: http://rileyross...
Crowdfinders 20: Afua Richardson
May 28, 2015 14:34 - 1 hour - 49.7 MBThis week it was my distinct pleasure to talk to Afua Richardson, artists, singer, flautist, activist, all around amazing person and the visionary who brought you the art in the captivating and timely image book "Genius". Show Notes: If you want to shout out to Afua, find here here... http://www.afuarichardson.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/DoctaFoosLab https://twitter.com/AfuaRichardson https://www.facebook.com/AfuaNjokiRichardson https://www.pinterest.com/doctafoo/afua-richard...
Crowdfinders 19: John Layman
May 21, 2015 15:15 - 1 hour - 30.5 MBJohn Layman, writer and creator of Chew. I'm not sure anything else really needs to be said... Show Notes: Find John Layman on the Twitter @themightylayman Check his WIKIPEDIA PAGE (it's full of lies) Layman's List (must read comics for noobs) Preacher Stray Bullets Scalped Manhattan Projects 6 Guns Letter 44 Locke & Key God Hates Astronauts Princess Ugg Hate CHEW VOLUME 6!!!!
Crowdfinders 18
May 12, 2015 20:41 - 1 hour - 28.5 MBIt was mys distinct pleasure ot talk to Erik Bitmanis about his new book Hard Wyred. Show Notes (Courtesy of Erik) Hard Wyred is a new scifi/comedy comic series that has many of its visuals rooted in classic cyberpunk fiction. Melding together laugh out loud humour, over-the-top action, and some heart felt moments, Hard Wyred looks to play its way into reader’s hearts around the globe. The story takes place in the near future where, through the wonders of the internet, we have now dev...
Crowdfinders 17
May 07, 2015 19:34 - 1 hour - 29.9 MBThis time it was my distinct pleasure to talk to City of Wall creator and comic book convention connaisseur Shaun Noel SHOW NOTES (courtesy of Shaun) City of Walls- Welcome to the prison-like city of Kowloon. A cluster of conjoined buildings run by gangs. Where the ability of an individual to hope is non-existent. Daniel, Jin, and Ariana are three kids who defy this life sentence. They intend to escape and are willing to go to extreme measures to do so. Since escape on foot is impossibl...
Crowdfinders 16
May 03, 2015 22:38 - 1 hour - 42.9 MBThe episode started as a discussion of Josh's controversial TUMBLR POST To the Writers.... But it became a discussion of Vinyl Records, JAZZ, the essence of collaboration and how we need to live by this simple principle: Don't be a dick first. BUY JOSH'S BOOKS HERE AND CONTACT HIM HERE: Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/joshfialkov Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/joshuahalefialkov Tumblr: http://joshfialkov.tumblr.com Contact: josh at thefialkov dot com.