That Girl with the Curls
118 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 6 years ago -A podcast about...well anything and anyone I want it to be about. And since people only seem to recognize me by my tangled mane of curly hair, I figured why fight it and just go with the flow.
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Episodes
Episode 111 - Infinity War & Deadpool 2
June 01, 2018 16:18 - 1 hour - 89.4 MBSam and James (Roman on the Rocks) assemble to talk about Josh Brolin's stellar superhero summer with Avengers: Infinity War and Deadpool 2!
Episode 110 - Max Dunbar
April 21, 2018 22:29 - 1 hour - 72 MBSam chats with artist Max Dunbar about all manner of things, but mostly they're concerned with uncovering the secret to Rob Schneider's oeuvre of film. They also talk about art and comics...probably. Follow Max @Max_Dunbar
Episode 109 - Megan Hutchison
April 13, 2018 19:18 - 1 hour - 80.1 MBSam is joined by Megan Hutchison to talk about Rockstars, Doctor Who, and Ada Lovelace! Follow Megan @blackem_art Check out http://www.blackem-art.com/
Episode 108 - Deven Rue
March 02, 2018 17:12 - 1 hour - 75.8 MBSam is joined by Deven Rue to talk about her extraordinary work as a cartographer, Critical Role, and the general craziness that is life. Follow Deven: @DevenRue Website: https://www.rueink.com/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DevenRue
Episode 107 - Nadia Shammas
February 25, 2018 04:16 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBNadia Shammas joins Sam to chat about CORPUS: A Comic Anthology of Bodily Ailments. Fun was had while talking about the stigma of chronic illness, empathy, and a little Futurama because why not? Please support CORPUS in its final week: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1596187007/corpus-a-comic-anthology-of-bodily-ailments And if you happen to be at Emerald City Comicon March 1-4, find Nadia and say hello!
POP Archives - Episode 1 - Game of Thrones
February 09, 2018 17:08 - 12 minutes - 11 MBIn the first episode of POP Archives, Sam discusses the episode "Eastwatch" from Game of Thrones Season 7. How are records utilized within a high fantasy setting? Why are books and scrolls chained up? Did genealogy research lead to Ned Stark's downfall? Also, SPOILERS FOR GAME OF THRONES!
Episode 106 - The Last Jedi
January 13, 2018 19:59 - 2 hours - 123 MBIn the first episode of the new year, Sam and James talk about Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi!
Episode 105 - The Punisher
December 24, 2017 01:56 - 1 hour - 80.8 MBSam and James dig deep as they discuss Netflix's The Punisher. While the show was ambitious in its premise, it didn't always payoff. But Jon was great, so there's that.
Episode 104 - Elizabeth Beier
December 10, 2017 21:29 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBSam chats with author and artist Elizabeth Beier about her book, The Big Book of Bisexual Trials and Errors.
Episode 103 - WhiskeyGinger
November 04, 2017 21:49 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBThe duo behind WhiskeyGinger, Nicole Jekich and Luke Turpeinen, chat with Sam about their game Food Truck Champion. They also chat about superhero movies because of course they do. Links: Daily Magic Games website: https://www.dailymagicgames.com/ Food Truck Champion Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dailymagicgames/food-truck-champion AcrossTheBoardGames.Nethttp://www.acrosstheboardgames.net/ WhiskeyGinger business: http://www.acrosstheboardgames.net/whiskeyginger/
Episode 102 - Val De Landro
October 15, 2017 17:58 - 1 hour - 71.2 MBSam chats with Val De Landro, the artist behind Bitch Planet! The two talk about said comic of brilliance while also finding time to discuss the Canadian comic book industry and break down why Fantastic Four and Green Lantern don't work as movies.
Episode 101 - Tory Woollcott
October 07, 2017 20:20 - 1 hour - 93.9 MBSam chats with creative powerhouse Tory Woollcott! Creator of the Tessera Oracle, Tory talks about divination, spirituality, some politics, and the strangeness of aquariums. Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/torywoollcott/the-tessera-oracle-enamel-fortune-telling-charms Follow Tory : https://twitter.com/ToryTalking Links to Tory: http://www.torywoollcott.com/ https://www.instagram.com/torymaybe/
Episode 100 - James Asmus
September 29, 2017 16:38 - 1 hour - 69.8 MBIt's Episode 100!!! What?! Yes, and Sam is joined by James Asmus! They talk comedy, writing, the writing of comedy, the comedy of writing... But it's episode 100!!
Episode 99 - Sarah Gailey
September 22, 2017 20:06 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBSam chats with author Sarah Gailey about her book, River of Teeth, and dive into the world of alternate history, Hippos, and inclusivity in fiction.
Episode 98 - Sarah Gaydos
September 17, 2017 17:23 - 1 hour - 59.3 MBSam chats with IDW editor Sarah Gaydos. The two talk ghosts in the office, the pros and cons of comics based on existing properties, and the ever-changing market of comic book consumption.
Episode 97 - Eric Palicki
September 08, 2017 17:19 - 1 hour - 60.2 MBSam chats with Eric Palicki about This Nightmare Kills Fascists, an comic book anthology created in the wake of the 2016 election. They also talk some Dresden Files, Mister Miracle, and keeping hope alive!
Episode 96 - Sabina Khan-Ibarra
September 01, 2017 14:51 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBSam chats with Sabina Khan-Ibarra about the present state of the world and the political work of Muslim women. Representation in media, the fallout of the 2016 election, and some less heavy topics are discussed. It's a good one! Follow Sabina @MuslimahMontage Website: http://www.altmuslimah.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/muslimahmontage/ or https://www.facebook.com/AltMuslimah Sabina's List of Women to Follow on Social Media: •Mohja Kahf •Leila Ahmed •Shireen Ahmed •Sana Saeed •Lai...
Episode 95 - Rebecca Epstein
July 21, 2017 14:05 - 1 hour - 58.8 MBSam chats with Rebecca Epstein, writer of Gently Murder Me. The two wax poetic about relationships and the healing process, but they also stumble upon the HR ethics nightmare that is the Star Trek holodeck. Follow Rebecca: @RaySonne Rebecca's writing: https://raysonneswriting.wordpress.com/
Episode 94 - Annalise Ophelian
July 08, 2017 19:26 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBSam chats with filmmaker Annalise Ophelian to talk about her upcoming documentary, Looking for Leia. They also manage to fit in time to talk about The Addams Family, the Wonder Twins, and superhero movies. Like ya do! Follow Annalise: @LeiaFangirlFilm @Dr_Ophelian Check out Looking for Leia: http://www.lookingforleia.com/
Episode 93 - Wonder Woman
June 09, 2017 20:38 - 1 hour - 90.5 MBRecorded right after watching the film on opening weekend, Sam is joined by Rachel and Katelyn to talk all about the amazing, and first, solo film for DC Comic's first female superhero. Spoiler alert!
Episode 92 - Spike Trotman
June 03, 2017 00:54 - 1 hour - 73.8 MBSam chats with Spike Trotman about Iron Circus, the new comic book golden age, and the latest Kickstarter campaign. Oh, and politics. Lots of politics. And while we're on the subject of Kickstarter, support Melanie Gillman's 'As The Crow Flies': https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/ironspike/as-the-crow-flies-volume-one
Episode 91 - Guardians of the Galaxy Vol 2
May 26, 2017 20:18 - 1 hour - 81.5 MBSam and James(Roman on the Rocks) discuss Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2. This rag-tag group of outsiders mean a lot to us and we geek out hard. Spoilers for both Guardians movies as well as Alien: Covenant.
Episode 90 - Nick Filardi
May 20, 2017 21:00 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBSam is joined by colorist Nick Filardi and the two waste no time talking about comics, Nick's work on Heartthrob, and uncover the origins of vampire giraffes!
Episode 89 - David Walker
May 06, 2017 18:48 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBSam chats with writer David Walker (Power Man and Iron Fist, Luke Cage, Superb) about Planet of the Apes, Marvel comics, and the changing comic book industry. Follow David @DavidWalker1201 http://thedavidwalkersite.com/ http://www.badazzmofo.com/
Episode 88 - Benjamin Dewey
April 28, 2017 20:47 - 1 hour - 90.6 MBSam has a thoughtful chat with freelance artist Benjamin Dewey. The two discuss his work for books like Autumnlands and I Was The Cat while also waxing philosophic about the comic book industry and geek culture.
Episode 87 - Riley Silverman
April 21, 2017 15:39 - 1 hour - 62.9 MBSam chats with comedian Riley Silverman and the two hit it off gushing about Hamilton and sharing a thirst for Aubrey Plaza! Follow Riley @ryesilverman Check out Riley's writing: http://www.pajiba.com/staff/riley-silverman.php Website: http://rileysilverman.tumblr.com/ International Waters: http://www.maximumfun.org/shows/international-waters
Episode 86 - The Fine Print Crew
April 14, 2017 17:04 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBRecorded at Emerald City Comicon, listen to The Fine Print Crew tell you all about being part of the comic book machine and how their cogs fit into the final product. Moderator: David Brothers Panelists: Zack Davisson, Ryan Ferrier, Lauren Sankovitch, Marissa Louise, Dylan Todd, and Samantha Cross
Episode 85 - Femme Magnifique Part 3
March 10, 2017 16:23 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBRecorded during Emerald City Comicon, Sam chats with Femme Magnifique contributors Corinna Bechko (Invisible Republic, Angel), Megan Hutchison (Rockstars), Kelly Fitzpatrick (Shade the Changing Girl, Redline, Josie and the Pussycats), and curator Shelly Bond (Black Crown) about women in science, history, and being a goth girl.
Episode 84 - Femme Magnifique Part 2
February 24, 2017 16:37 - 1 hour - 84 MBSam chats with Robin Furth, Alisa Kwitney, and Ming Doyle about Femme Magnifique and their contributions to the latest kickstarter anthology!
Episode 83 - Femme Magnifique Part 1
February 20, 2017 16:58 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBSam chats with Christina Rice, Tess Fowler, and Cecil Castellucci about Femme Magnifique and their contributions to the newest Kickstarter!
Episode 82 - Pam Wishbow
February 18, 2017 04:19 - 1 hour - 87.1 MBSam chats with freelance artist Pam Wishbow about her work as an illustrator, craftsman, and the perils of Dungeons and Dragons!
Episode 81 - Janet K. Lee
January 28, 2017 02:50 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBSam chats with artist Janet K. Lee. The two dive into a shared love for some of the same literary classics and discuss the career of M. Night Shyamalan. That and more as hilarity ensues!
Episode 80 - Nancy Wang Yuen
January 20, 2017 17:13 - 1 hour - 70.4 MBSam is joined by Nancy Wang Yuen, author of Reel Inequality. to discuss Hollywood's lack of representation for people of color and what can be done to counter such practices going forward.
Episode 79 - Rogue One
January 14, 2017 02:32 - 1 hour - 101 MBSam and James discuss the ins and outs of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Is it one with the force or should it be dropped into the Sarlacc Pit? Hint: it's the first one.
That Girl with the Curls - Episode 78 - Maniacal Ramblings
December 22, 2016 22:01 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBSam tries to process the world post-election. Then she reads some poems!
That Girl with the Curls - Episode 77 - Rori de Rien
November 07, 2016 01:25 - 1 hour - 72.3 MBSam is joined by Rori de Rien to talk about her project #100Days100Women. The two get historical chatting about the skill of googling, benevolent sexism, and some nasty women.
That Girl with the Curls - Episode 76 - Paul Tobin
October 29, 2016 02:33 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBSam chats with writer Paul Tobin (Bandette, I Was The Cat) about all-ages comic books and grim-dark superheroes. Plans for taking over the world may have been discussed as well.
That Girl with the Curls - Episode 75 - Lucy Bellwood
October 07, 2016 22:19 - 1 hour - 75.1 MBSam chats with cartoonist and author Lucy Bellwood about her nautically nerdy work, Baggywrinkles. They also talk about the ups and downs of being a freelance artist, history, and ruminate on the feminism of Cutthroat Island.
That Girl with the Curls - Episode 74- Stranger Things
September 10, 2016 01:17 - 1 hour - 81.5 MBSam and Tiff talk about Stranger Things. Spoilers ahead as they talk about all eight episodes of the amazing Netflix show that pays homage to the thriller/horror/kids movies of the 70s and 80s and reaffirms a love of waffles.
That Girl with the Curls - Episode 73 - Yoshi Yoshitani
August 11, 2016 18:38 - 1 hour - 102 MBSam chats with freelance artist Yoshi Yoshitani about her upcoming fairy tale tarot showcase. The two also wax poetic about cartoon tropes, fan fiction, and discuss funeral preparation with wine label party favors.
That Girl with the Curls - Episode 72 - Amelia Klem Osterud
July 23, 2016 02:54 - 1 hour - 58.9 MBSam talks with author and academic Amelia Osterud about her book, The Tattooed Lady: A History.
That Girl With The Curls - Episode 71 - The MCU And Whatnot
July 09, 2016 01:44 - 2 hours - 153 MBIn Part 2 of their look at Superhero television, Sam and Nathan look at Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., Agent Carter, Daredevil, and Gotham.
That Girl With The Curls - Episode 70 - The Berlanti Universe
June 24, 2016 15:06 - 3 hours - 177 MBPart 1 of a, dare we say epic, look at the superhero TV landscape, Sam and Nathan tackle the Berlanti Universe of DC Comics television. It's all about Supergirl, Arrow, The Flash, and Legends of Tomorrow!
That Girl With The Curls - Episode 69 - Catherine Elhoffer
June 17, 2016 16:06 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBSam chats with Catherine Elhoffer about the world of geek fashion! Much hilarity ensues as the two talk about the anxiety of social media, Harry Potter ships, and gush over Hamilton!
That Girl With The Curls - Episode 68 - Sanford Greene
June 10, 2016 15:45 - 1 hour - 77.2 MBSam chats with Power Man and Iron Fist artist Sanford Greene! The House of Ideas ain't got nothin' on these two!
That Girl With The Curls - Episode 67 - General Miscellany
June 05, 2016 23:07 - 1 hour - 93.8 MBSam and James are all over the place talking about pretty much whatever comes to mind.
Nerd Nonsense - Episode 4 - Rebirthing
May 28, 2016 18:29 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBOn this episode James (@romanontherocks) and Jason (@Nerd_Nonsense) discuss the impact of Jon Berg and Geoff Johns taking over the DC cinematic universe. Will this move be the change in tone that fans have been calling out for? Does Johns's user friendly, but often over simplified, story telling alienate fans? They discuss all of this and more, so please take a listen and enjoy the show.
That Girl With The Curls - Episode 66 - Captain America Civil War
May 20, 2016 15:38 - 2 hours - 112 MBSam, James, and JP discuss Captain America: Civil War.
That Girl With The Curls - Darwyn Cooke Remembered
May 15, 2016 22:50 - 44 minutes - 40.3 MBRemembering Darwyn Cooke and his influence as well as how he led to the creation of Maniacal Geek and That Girl with the Curls.
That Girl With The Curls - Episode 65 - Taneka Stotts
May 13, 2016 15:10 - 1 hour - 69.7 MBSam has a lovely and lively chat with Taneka Stotts about all things comics. Taneka's insight about the comic book industry as a writer and an editor is not to be missed!