Nerdy Mewzings

58:49

Artist Katelyn Windels: Devil in the Herd,...

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2026/05/18

Katelyn Windels (Kate Komics) joins Nerdy Mewzings fresh off Emerald City Comic-Con to talk about her path from rural farm life and discovering comics through Spider-Man DVDs, to becoming a full-time artist at VeeFriends, and launching her creator-owned horror comic Devil in the Herd with Invader Comics. Kate shares how she always drew as a kid, found her love for comics through 90s cartoons and movies, and pursued a rare comic art degree at MCAD. She discusses shifting from traditional art to fully

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47:15

Comic Book Writer Ray Jamison: The Madcaps, Indie...

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2026/05/11

Ray Jamison (indie comic writer and creator of The Madcaps) joins Nerdy Mewzings for a fun conversation about turning his D&D homebrew campaigns into a fantasy horror comic, growing up with 80s cartoons, action figures, and comics, and launching his 3-issue miniseries on Kickstarter. Ray shares how the unholy trinity of 80s cartoons, toys, and comics shaped him, from Transformers and GI Joe to Batman ’89 in theaters and the explosive 90s Image era. He talks about moving from RPG storytelling

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72:52

Cartoonist D.J. Coffman: From Web Comics to...

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2026/05/04

D.J. Coffman (VeeFriends comics lead, longtime web comic creator) joins Nerdy Mewzings to discuss his journey from 80s/90s comic fandom and web comics to leading character development and storytelling for Gary Vaynerchuk’s VeeFriends universe.Key highlights: -Early beginnings: Barbershop GI Joe comics, discovering comics as a viable career -Web comics era: Digital Webbing, Hero by Night, Movie Poop Shoot, building audience online -Transition to VeeFriends: Hired for daily comic strips, expanding

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68:31

Danny Earls: Soccer Pro to Superman Artist – The...

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2026/04/27

Danny Earls (former professional soccer player turned comic book artist) joins Nerdy Mewzings to discuss his remarkable transition from the pitch to the page, landing Superman: Father of Tomorrow, and developing his creator-owned horror project Hellfire. Key highlights: -Soccer career → art as escape → hyper-focused grind after retirement -Influences: Greg Capullo, Mike Mignola, Frank Miller, studying fundamentals (backgrounds as characters, composition, value) -Process: Focused daily study,

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52:18

Carlos Velez Podcast Debut: Artistic Journey to Pro...

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2026/04/20

Carlos Velez makes his world-exclusive podcast debut on Nerdy Mewzings! In just over a year of going full-time, this rising comic artist has already landed IDW covers (Power Rangers/Ninja Turtles), built a strong Whatnot streaming presence, and earned praise from pros while developing his dynamic style. Key highlights: -Early beginnings: Music (drums in church & jazz studies) → art as creative escape Transition to full-time: Leaving retail/car dealership, streaming on Whatnot, commissions &

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79:41

Artist Shawn Crystal (InkPulp): Marvel, Spawn,...

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2026/04/13

Shawn Crystal (Marvel, DC, Spawn Universe, Deadpool, and co-host of the InkPulp Podcast) joins Nerdy Mewzings for a deep, fun conversation about his journey from late-blooming comic book fan to full-time creator, the InkPulp Podcast origin story, and pivoting into professional tattooing while still crushing covers and creator-owned work. Key highlights: -Getting into comics later: Discovering Dark Knight Returns, Todd McFarlane Spider-Man, and falling in love with the medium -Early grind: WildStorm

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58:09

Comic Book Artist Ruairi Coleman on Drawing Predator:...

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2026/04/06

Irish comic artist Ruairi Coleman (Marvel/DC, Iron & Frost, Son of Kal-El, and now Predator: Bloodshed with Jordan Morris) joins Nerdy Mewzings for a fun chat about breaking into comics, the tight-knit Irish creator community (shoutouts to Reese Hannigan, Danny Earls & more), and his journey from small press to licensed hits.Key highlights: -Early beginnings: Childhood Superman/Spider-Man, X-Men cartoon influence, fumbled path via psychology degree before returning to art -Breaking in:

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60:09

DaNi Returns to Mainstream Comics: Batwoman with Greg...

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2026/03/30

Joining us all the way from Greece is the incredible traditional comic book artist DaNi (Coffin Bound, Batwoman with Greg Rucka)! We chat late-night Greek style about her journey from fine arts/sculpture to full-time comics, self-publishing zines, breaking into American publishers via conventions and connections, and her love for traditional tools (brushes only—no digital!). Key highlights: -Early influences: Mike Mignola, Charles Burns, South American artists, and discovering obscure 70s/80s

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59:02

Keith Morange: From Storyboarding for Marvel & Disney...

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2026/03/23

Storyboard artist Keith Morange (Marvel, Disney, HBO, Katy Perry videos) joins Nerdy Mewzings to discuss pivoting from childhood Hulk/Superman comics to live-action storyboarding, why comics offer "no compromise" freedom, and his upcoming indie sci-fi graphic novel Sky Lights—a tale of UFO conspiracies, indigo kids, human-initiated contact, and deepening mystery!Key highlights: -Early influences: Sal Buscema Hulk, Curt Swan Superman, Greatest American Hero -Storyboarding realities: 20-50

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58:10

Comic Art Secrets with Thomas Pitilli: Teaching,...

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2026/03/16

Thomas Pitilli is BACK on Nerdy Mewzings! One of our most popular guests EVER returns, the talented comic book artist and illustrator (Archie Comics, DC, editorial work) stops by for an incredibly insightful conversation on art, growth, and the creator journey!We geek out over: -His evolution from animation dreams → illustration → back to comics -Teaching & mentoring on Patreon (portfolio reviews, one-on-one feedback) -Common artist pitfalls: skipping fundamentals, over-relying on polish,

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70:27

Artist & Writer Matteo Scalera: The Father of The...

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2026/03/09

Join James as he chats with legendary comic book artist Matteo Scalera (Black Science, Batman, Deadpool, Hulk, Nemesis Forever, King of Spies) — the latest 'catch' in the InkPulp crew!Matteo shares his origin story: growing up in Italy obsessed with Dylan Dog, Spawn, 90s Image comics, and Saint Seiya (Knights of the Zodiac), attending comic schools in Milan, winning a major contest judged by Sergio Toppi, breaking into US comics via Image, his big Batman issue, long collabs with Mark Millar,

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55:05

The One Man Comic Book Studio: Artist Victor Medina...

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2026/03/02

Join me on Nerdy Mewzings as I sit down with incredibly talented comic artist and colorist Victor Medina!He shares his rollercoaster journey in comics—from peeking at his brother's Conan books as a kid, falling in love with '90s legends like Marc Silvestri, Jim Lee, and Todd McFarlane, to a shocking high school art class nightmare that almost derailed his passion forever. We dive deep into his comebacks: discovering new artists during hiatuses, working at Disneyland, experimenting with pinup

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52:35

Daniel Warren Johnson Praised His Book! John...

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2026/02/23

In this heartfelt Nerdy Mewzings Podcast episode, host James Foster sits down with comic artist and writer John Mungiello for his very first podcast ever! John shares his incredible journey from taping 90s X-Men episodes on VHS (with mom's help!) to discovering bold artists like Erik Larsen, Frank Miller, and Daniel Warren Johnson — then pivoting through fine arts school, teaching high school art, and reigniting his comic art passion during COVID to create his own stories. We dive deep

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59:39

The Art of Inking: Marc Deering on Star Wars,...

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2026/02/16

Join host James for an in-depth chat with veteran comic book inker Marc Deering (Star Wars: Doctor Aphra, Immortal Hulk, Hunt Kill Repeat, The Adventures of Lumen N from Dark Horse)! Marc shares his journey from discovering inking via Wizard Magazine in the pre-internet era, landing his first gig in 2003, favorite tools (Raphael brushes, Hunt 102 quills, even old Rapidographs), hybrid traditional/digital workflows, and what an inker really brings to pencils (texture, tone, lighting, readability). We

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57:40

Sedat Oezgen on The Whisper War: Sci-Fi Murder...

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2026/02/09

Join James for the epic return visit of comic book artist Sedat Oezgen as he breaks silence on his massive new project: The Whisper War – a provocative sci-fi murder mystery written by Emmy-winner Marc Guggenheim (Arrow, Star Wars, Planet of the Apes)!Dropping February 10, 2026 exclusively on Comixology Originals (digital-first), this 5-issue series blends futuristic noir, forgotten wars, and mind-bending twists. Sedat shares his insane process: oversized 16x22 pages, one-page-per-day pace, hybrid

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56:59

Persistence Prevails: Todd Beats on Finding Your True...

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2026/02/02

Join James in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio as he sits down once again with comic artist Todd Beats for an inspiring, no-filter conversation about persistence, artistic evolution, and staying true to your creative voice! Fresh off conventions and exciting new cover projects (including The Maxx, a Darkness variant for Marc Silvestri, and VeeFriends for Gary Vee), Todd opens up about:-Why daily practice and feeding your “truest self” matters more than chasing trends -How he’s evolving his inking

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51:41

Indie Creator Builds Pro-Level Comic in His Spare...

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2026/01/26

Join me on Nerdy Mewzings as I sit down with talented comic book writer and artist Brandon Paul in his very first podcast appearance! We dig into his creator-owned debut: The Adventures of Chuk Maxwell — a thrilling post-apocalyptic space western featuring a gun-slinging, hover-tank-piloting canine freelancer from an alien world. If you love indie comics, gritty storytelling, stunning art inspired by Mignola, Moebius, Geof Darrow, and Daniel Warren Johnson, and the journey of a solo creator grinding

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53:03

Derek Laufman: From 90s Image Comics Obsession to...

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2026/01/19

Join James once again in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio for an epic, nostalgic deep dive with acclaimed cartoonist & writer Derek Laufman — the ongoing artist on Skottie Young's hit series I Hate Fairyland from Image Comics!In this must-watch interview, Derek shares his wild journey through the comic industry: -Growing up obsessed with 90s Image Comics legends like Todd McFarlane, Jim Lee, and Rob Liefeld -The highs and lows of animation school at Sheridan College -Heartbreaking early

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57:49

Brett Bean: Image Comics Series D'ORC: Half-Dwarf,...

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2026/01/12

Join me on the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast for an epic, heartfelt conversation with the incredibly talented Brett Bean — artist behind I Hate Fairyland, Dungeon Crawler Carl: The Crocodile, and now his brand-new creator-owned high-fantasy comedy series D'ORC launching February 4, 2026 from Image Comics! Brett shares his wild journey: skipping school to read Savage Sword of Conan at a Circle K (and getting picked up by the police!), growing up in a religious household where comics were hidden treasures,

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39:50

How to Blend TCG & Comic Books: Alpha Clash Creators...

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2026/01/05

Join James in an EXTRA packed Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio as he welcomes Ridge Kiley (President/CEO of Rising Empire Studios and Creator of Alpha Clash TCG) and writer AJ Light (Alpha Clash Co-Creator) for an energetic chat about building a new comic + trading card game universe from the ground up!The guys share: -How the pandemic sparked the idea for a wizard battle royale video game that evolved into a full multimedia franchise -Turning graphic novels, novels, and comics into core drivers for

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