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Pesto Comics - Audio Edition

Adriano Ariganello | Pesto Comics

Writing and crowdfunding action-filled indie comics for pulp genre junkies. Strategies and methods for successful campaigns within -- plus sneak previews for upcoming projects! Published every Wednesday! pestocomics.substack.com

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18:01

Round 2: From Parts Unknown

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2025/02/19

Pesto Comics Audio Edition for February 19th, 2024. It's launch day for From Parts Unknown #2!00:00 Welcome Back 02:14 Letting the Cat Out of the Bag 03:21 Not Getting Ahead of Ourselves 04:03 Shouldn't I Just Wait for Issue 5? 04:33 What makes Issue 2 special? 05:36 What's Available This Campaign? 08:43 What If I Live in Timbuktu? 09:23 When Can I Expect Everything? 09:49 For Those That Don't like Comics, Wrestling, Vampires, or Otherwise 10:44 Coming Up on the Substack 11:07 Upcoming Appearances

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24:45

Post-Mortem: Naked Kaiju Woman

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2025/02/12

It's the post-mortem for Naked Kaiju Woman! 00:00 Welcome Back01:02 From Parts Unknown #2 Launches Next Week01:37 Post Mortem Introduction02:26 Funds Raised Comparison03:15 Total Dollars Per Campain03:41 Average Pledged04:26 Popular Pledge Levels05:14 Funding Stats05:36 Overall Budget Cover by the Kickstarter Campaign06:19 Cost Split07:19 Backer Count Comparison07:56 Backer Counts08:11 Returning Backers from Previous Campaigns08:50 Multi-Return09:45 Digital vs. Physical10:34 Backer Types11:10

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18:00

Being Cool is Overrated

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2025/02/05

Welcome to Pesto Comics Audio Edition for February 5th, 2025.Guilty pleasures are silly. Just like what you like. 00:00 Welcome Back01:01 Naked Kaiju Woman Astounds01:39 From Parts Unknown #2 Prelaunch is Live02:37 Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 1 Off to the Printers03:09 What's Your Guilty Pleasure?04:20 My High School Brain: Girls > Comics05:32 “Chick Rock” and, Eventually, K-Pop07:01 The World is Too Interesting (Don’t Put Yourself in a Box)07:38 Don’t Put My Writing in a Box Either08:47 You Don’t Have to

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16:24

Do You Need To NSFW?

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2025/01/29

Welcome to Pesto Comics Audio Edition for January 29th, 2025.This week we dive into NSFW comics on Kickstarter, discussing 'Naked Kaiju Woman' and the broader landscape of taboo comics.00:00 Welcome Back01:40 Less Than 3 Days Left for Naked Kaiju Woman02:38 Big Smoke Pulp is off to the printers - finally03:22 Indie Comics are Different04:28 A Different Angle05:47 The Big Naked Crowd06:59 Do I Have To Do NSFW To Be Successful?08:39 Coming Up on Substack09:02 Upcoming Appearances 09:36 Pesto Comics

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19:23

Substack Cannibalism

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2025/01/22

Welcome to Pesto Comics Audio Edition for January 22nd, 2025! In this episode, Adriano talks through the pitfalls of self-publishing and the insular nature of writing about writing. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:52 Naked Kaiju Woman Still Flying High 02:43 Writers Writing About Writers 03:36 Stop Hitting Yourself 05:10 Writers Selling Writing 06:17 Every Platform Has Writers Selling the Platform 07:22 I'm Part of the Problem 09:23 Tooting My Own Horn 10:43 Coming up on the Substack 11:05 Upcoming

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17:22

The Magic of Dictation

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2025/01/15

The Magic of Dictation: A writing hack for hacks like me.In the January 15th, 2025 episode of Pesto Comics Audio Edition, Adriano celebrates the successful launch of his latest project 'Naked Kaiju Woman'Following that, he discusses the wonders and pitfalls of using dictation as a writing tool - and whether it might work for you!00:00 Welcome Back01:35 Naked Kaiju Woman is Thriving02:09 Long Box Punk02:40 By The Wayside03:09 Comics Asylum03:43 I'm Not Don Draper, But...04:34 Dictation Feels

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19:06

Let's Get Naked (Kaiju Woman)

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2025/01/08

Unveiling Naked Kaiju Woman: A New Comic Series In the January 8th, 2025 edition of Pesto Comics Audio Edition, we dive right into discussing the highly anticipated launch of the 'Naked Kaiju Woman' comic series, exploring its conception, unique approach to NSFW content in comics, and the story behind its creation. This episode forgoes usual updates to focus on the inspiration, creative process, and the Kickstarter rewards for backers. See more for yourself at https://bit.ly/kaijuwoman00:00 Welcome

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40:03

New Year, New Comics and More!

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2025/01/01

In this New Year's update from Pesto Comics, Adriano lays out the ambitious projects planned for 2025.We cover the anticipated launches of 'Naked Kaiju Woman' and future issues of 'From Parts Unknown' issues - plus a secret comic series collaboration with a renowned editor and prose ventures into space opera, romance, and time travel fiction.Additionally, Adriano teases plans for a new trading card game and aspirations to make 2025 a breakout year financially.00:00 Welcome Back03:17 Naked Kaiju

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33:57

A Year in Review

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/12/25

2024 Year in Review From breaking new grounds with 'Crazy Latte Thing Called Love,' 'Big Smoke Pulp', and 'From Parts Unknown,' to participating in exciting conventions and collaborations, this episode captures all the highlights. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:19 Two Weeks to Naked Kaiju Woman Launches 02:17 Reviewing 2024 02:57 Crazy Latte Thing Called Love 04:24 From Parts Unknown 1 05:46 Big Smoke Pulp Vol 1 07:18 Chop, Chop, Chop 08:48 Are Digital Comics Worth It - Comical Opinions 10:17 Il Pescatore -

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45:51

Post-Mortem: Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 1

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/12/18

In this episode of Pesto Comics, we dive into the postmortem of the latest campaign for Big Smoke Pulp Volume 1. We go deep into the funds raised, marketing strategies, backer statistics, and the overall success of the campaign, which was a departure from the usual comic book projects. Check it out for in-depth analysis and tips for running a successful Kickstarter campaign. 00:00 Welcome Back 02:05 Prelaunch for Naked Kaiju Woman is Live! 02:47 Funds Raised 03:58 Total $ Per Campaign 04:44 Average

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18:25

An Ode to My Cat, Oliver

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/12/11

In this December 11th, 2024 of episode of Pesto Comics Audio Edition, Adriano shares a heartfelt ode to his cat Oliver on his adoptiversary. Reflecting on the joys and lessons of pet ownership, Adriano discusses how Oliver has influenced his empathy and how that improved his writing. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:13 Follow Naked Kaiju Woman 01:48 Read my Dirt Sheet in Undisputed 1 02:22 From the Mouths of Maows 03:32 I'm Not Vegan, But... 04:56 James Gunn Gets It 06:28 Hot Take - Having a Cat Makes You a

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20:35

Getting the Reps In

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/12/04

In this episode, Adriano shares his thoughts on the importance of consistent effort in writing, the challenges of maintaining productivity, and the benefits of participating in writing challenges.00:00 Welcome Back01:34 Christmas Market This Weekend in Newmarket02:12 Follow Naked Kaiju Woman!02:46 Another Wrestling Book with Undisputed #103:18 A Disclaimer04:14 Seinfeld Broke Us All05:53 Like Any Good Canadian07:03 The Myth of 'The Outlier'08:22 I Technically Cheated This Year09:31 I Was

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20:53

Fun with Fulfillment: From Parts Unknown #1

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/11/27

In this November 27th, 2024 entry of Pesto Comics Audio Edition, Adriano discusses the intricacies of overlapping campaigns, the challenges of fulfillment, and shares reflections on time management between creating and producing content. 00:00 Welcome Back 01:54 Black Friday Sale at pestocomics.com 02:52 Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 1 Smashing Stretch Goals 04:10 Pre-Launch for Naked Kaiju Woman - 04:36 Wayside Christmas Market 05:23 The Overlap 06:53 New Printer for the New Series 08:32 Bag and Board Blues

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74:52

BONUS UPDATE: Crowdfunding Indie Comics - From...

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/11/23

Join Adriano from Pesto Comics as he guides indie comic creators through the entire process of crowdfunding, specifically focusing on launching a successful Kickstarter campaign. Originally presented at Thought Bubble, this re-recorded presentation covers everything from choosing the right crowdfunding platform to promoting your campaign and fulfilling your backers' rewards. Adriano shares his insights and practical tips based on his extensive experience with multiple successful campaigns launched

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16:15

Con Journal: Just Look for the Lost Canadian

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/11/20

0:00 Welcome Back1:03 Bonus Update Coming Saturday 1:31 Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 1 Going Gangbusters!1:58 Archetypes 2 Funded with Hours To Go2:16 Prelaunch Coming Soon for NKW 2:54 Christmas Market in Newmarket3:16 Vancouver Fan Expo Denied3:35 Day Zero - Getting There 5:17 Day One - Jetlag Makes a Grumpy Gus 7:12 Day Two - Low Expectations, High Rewards 9:00 Apples and Oranges: San Diego and Harrogate 9:48 Coming Back to Thought Bubble? 10:31 Upcoming on Substack10:54 Upcoming Conventions 11:15 Pesto

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18:02

I'm No Artist, But I Try

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/11/13

0:14 - Welcome Back 1:22 - Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 1 Is Already Funded! 2:05 - Archetypes 2 Still Needs Help 2:40 - One For The New Year 3:55 - Thought Bubble This Weekend! 4:40 - Ending 2024 on a High Note 5:21 - Artistic Discipline 6:54 - Inktober & Forcing It 8:11 - Elevated Stick Figures 9:45 - Jealousy is a Good Motivator 11:03 - But There Are Only So Many Hours 12:07 - Upcoming on Substack12:33 - Secret Bonus Epilogue --Follow the campaign for Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 1 for free

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16:00

Don't Skimp on the Pulp

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/11/06

0:18 - Welcome Back1:26- Project Updates 2:23 - Event Updates2:47 - We Get It, Already! You Went To Film School!4:12 - Dalton Trumbo and The Black List5:30 - The Pulp Masters 6:41 - What is Big Smoke Pulp? 7:49 - This Is What You Can Get 9:51 - Who Is Responsible For This?! 10:44 - But Wait, Isn’t This Pesto Comics?11:42 - Upcoming on Substack 12:08 - Secret Bonus Epilogue--Follow the campaign for Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 1 for free

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13:46

Con Journal: A New Market in Newmarket

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/10/30

Wayside Creators Con - a comics convention focus on COMICS! (Finally)00:15 - Welcome Back 1:09 - 7 Days until Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 11:47 - Archetypes Issue 2 - Crowdfunding Now!2:23 - Thought Bubble: Coming Soon2:43 - A Shop Like None Other3:50 - Out in the Cold4:55 - A Comic Convention with COMICS6:23 - Different Approaches to the Same Thing7:53 - An Eye to the Future9:37 - One to Go10:49 - Upcoming Episodes11:14 - Secret Bonus Audio --Follow the campaign for Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 1 - launching

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11:26

It's Okay to Start Over

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/10/23

Believe it or not, it won't ruin your childhood.Chapters0:00 Welcome BackProject Updates0:41 - Do You Read Chip Zdarsky’s Newsletter?1:08 - 14 Days until Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 11:32 - Naked Kaiju Woman in the New YearEvent Updates1:50 - Comics in the Brewery: Wayside Creator Con 2:17 - Thought Bubble Table ConfirmedMain Story2:34 - DC: Two Sides of the Same Coin This Week4:37 - Something You’ll Recognize5:43 - You Ruined My Childhood7:00 - Colouring Inside the Lines8:00 - What Matters In The

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11:15

What I'm Thankful For

Pesto Comics - Audio Edition ·

2024/10/16

Thank you so much - for all of it!--Follow the campaign for Big Smoke Pulp Vol. 1, coming to Kickstarter November 6:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/pestocomics/big-smoke-pulp-vol-1--Get more comics at https://pestocomics.com/Add Pesto Comics to your pull-list here: https://leagueofcomicgeeks.com/comics/pesto-comicsGet full access to Pesto Comics at pestocomics.substack.com/subscribe This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus

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