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The Faqs Project-Hosted by James "Grandmaster Faqs" Boyce

Grandmaster Faqs

Journaling interviews about society in everyday Nerd and Geek culture through the lens of Comics, Music, Nightlife, and Film proving through study that everyone has a little nerd in them

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49:01

Cosmic Principle w/ Derek "Lonzo Starr" Allen CEO of...

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2023/05/05

Long overdue, I have a sit down with Derek "Lonzo Starr" Allen CEO of Konkret Comics and Creator of Akolyte. Issue 5 is bringing us slightly closer to the end of the first Arc and in the Indie World that can be huge. Akolyte in his inception was built on prophecy as a symbol of the Supreme. After his earlier issues on Earth, we finally see him reaching new heights traveling the galaxy. We also talk about the trajectory of his company Konkret Comics, and his new of distribution through Diamond

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40:38

Unlikely Allies w/ Chris Moses Creator of the Sci-Fi...

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2023/04/21

Today I sit with one of our favorite guests Chris Moses to speak about his Sci-Fi Epic The Saturn Effect. After the first 4 issues of Volume 1 we return to siblings Alpha and Centauri and their consistent means to garner peace amongst the factions after the Titan Wars. 3 years after the conflict a few new familiar players enter the fray leading to fast paced action in this new saga. The Saturn Effect takes pieces of Star Wars, Gattaca, and Demolition Man and leads a more mature spin to it.Support

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36:15

Unforeseen Conclusion w/ Anthony Stokes Creator of...

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2023/04/07

Today I sit with one of our favorite guests Anthony Stokes talking about the conclusion to his hit series Decay with drops for issues 4 and 5. I gotta admit when I first started reading this series because initially it was described as a Horror Comic and by the middle of the series you get so caught up in the issues you totally forget. Now with the series reaching its end for DK, Jess, and Tre-it's the unexpected ending that brings you back to the violent way it began.Support this podcast at —

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40:45

Cinematic Transference w/ Onaji Rouse-Creator of...

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2023/04/01

Often times in the community of indie comics we all look for our projects to be adapted but seldomly we find creators getting right back into their entrepreneurial bag and form a team to bring that project to life. Today I sit with Onaji Rouse creator of Odina for Konkret Comics who is now developing Odina into live action form in the new series Drafted Origins live on Go Fund Me. We also talk about the comic scene in Atlanta, screenwriting, as well as being apart of one of the top black publishing

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41:58

Your Friendly Neighborhood Mech Warrior w/ Wells...

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2023/03/12

This week I sit with Wells Thompson and Dalton Shannon Co-writers of the Kaiju driven tale Mechaton. When an Alien Technological powered Glove strikes Earth, a young slacker named Derek upon discovering it finds that he can turn anything and I mean ANYTHING into a fully piloted Mech with just a punch. Now in the latter issues in the current story we find Derek and his sister Leah being challenged by Authoritarians, Fascists, and the Military as to why all that power lies in the hands of a young

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38:02

Afterlife Servitude w/ Sean Murphy and Kelly De Croix...

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2023/03/10

Todays Episode I sit with Sean Murphy and Kelly De Croix, Co-writers in the tale Everyday Magus. A genre bending comic focusing on The Great Resignation meets the afterlife as the protagonist Chalk who has come into an Eternity of Indentured Servitude after death must do what he can to see his daughter one last time. But First, he has to get fired....Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations

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28:00

What Superhero Fatigue?!-A Jaded View into the...

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2023/02/24

Today I talk about the amount of Quantity over Quality lately within the ranks of the MCU and the former DCEU and the acts of business that is now pumping the brakes on the amount of content seen by the viewer until it is absolutely right.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations

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31:13

The Madman's Vignette w/ Corey Marshall Founder of...

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2023/02/17

Today I sit with Corey Marshall Founder of Umiverse Comics to speak about his Four part Vignette series called A Madman's Tale which includes books that are reminiscent of a feel you may have gotten watching Alfred Hitchcock Presents, Twilight Zone, or Creepshow in how they take modern day current events and manage to twist them into realms of Sci Fi and Horror. Also, we discover how it feels as a creator to skip a step beyond crowdfunding and open a webstore for your comics first as a means to

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18:14

The Field is wide open-An Introspect of Comic Books...

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2023/02/10

Today I take a step back and speak on the current adaptations we have seen either announced in the style of Comic Book Movies and TV shows from Marvel and DC, but more so how subsequent publishers like Image, Boom, TKO presents, and even some indie titles are now catching the eye of major studios because of a great story and not generational character development and fandom.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations

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45:44

An Unwelcomed Disruption w/ Anthony Stokes Creator of...

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2023/02/03

Today I sit with Anthony Stokes to talk about his latest dive into Psychological horror in his newest book Intrusive Thoughts. We discuss how the utilization of the main character Tyler and the torment he has faced all his life give a physical manifestation of paralysis demon due to the night terrors he has had since he was young. The book is a tale of how bullying and social anxiety can change you mentally. A great book to have.Support this podcast at —

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37:15

To catch a Bullet w/ Jordan Alsaqa & Randy Stone...

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2023/01/26

Today I sit with Jordan Alasaqa and Randy Stone Co writers for the Silver Age Comic Inspired Bullet Adventures. The Newest Kickstarter dives into Issues 1-3 revolving around Dale Desousa a former Speedster Superhero from the 1950's that after a time travel incident bringing him back to the past. He finds that his persona as Bullet has more than impacted his family generationally with his Granddaughter Elaine Choi.Support this podcast at —

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48:38

Ethereal Tranquility w/ Jeffrey L. Johnson...

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2023/01/23

Today I sit down with Jeffrey L. Johnson, Writer and Creator of Ennead: The Rule of Nine. With the first volume of the story complete Jeffrey lets us in on the details of his latest kickstarter which provides gratitude to the collectors at heart which include the Ya'rosa a weapon that is a distinguished honor to carry as well as a Ennead Collectors Box to harvest the first 6 issues plus the full volume. We learn about the expansion of this great indie comics transition to Substack and even in

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37:55

CTRL vs. Liberation w Chris Moses Creator of the...

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2023/01/18

Today I sit with Chris Moses to talk about newest tale in Sci-Fi CTRL-Z for fans of the Matrix and Strange Days you'll find a story pulling from the mainframe of what is reality and separate from the Cyberspace created by Humanity. We also speak on plans for Volume 2 of the Saturn Effect, the usage of NSFW in marketing your campaign, and his collab with Writer Anthony Stokes to start Super Comic BrosSupport this podcast at —

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64:28

A Blend of Metal and Fantasy w/ Chuck Satterlee...

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2023/01/11

Happy 2023, Today we kick off our third season with Indie Veteran Chuck Satterlee Creator of the Indie Favorite Bitter Souls, but today we talk about his newest projects Monsters & Midways a tale of 70's Fantasy an homage not only to Heavy Metal Magazine but his hometown of Chicago. Also, we discuss some of his favorite writers who've inspired his work as well as indie publishers like Devils Due Comics and Band of Bards.Support this podcast at —

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47:15

The Woman of many Faces w/ Malachi Bailey Editor in...

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2022/10/22

Today I sit with Malachi Bailey, Editor in Chief of Wingless Comics and the Author of the Mystical Superheroine Comic "Her". We speak on his transition in turning his story from a Novel into a full issue comic as well as what it has meant for the indie comic community to embrace his story and his love of comics.Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-faqs-project-hosted-by-james-grandmaster-faqs-boyce/donations

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33:40

The Tribal Parallel w/ Damien Becton Author of the...

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2022/10/20

Today I sit Damian Becton for the second time to talk about his Sci-Fi Fantasy Worlds Away Issue #2. We left off at the Dynamic between a mother (Serenity) and her daughter (Mackenzie) all at the loss of their Father and Husband. Now they must co-exist you a forgotten world looking for an energy source when a Mystical Goddess seems to take a liking to Mackenzie and conflict ensues. In this issue, we are introduced to a Father and daughter on this alien world named K'lar and Cy'lu who provide an

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36:30

Spatial Interpretation w/ Nahuel F.A. Co-Founder of...

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2022/10/18

Today I sit with Nahuel F.A. Co-Founder of Negative Space Comics to talk about the newly released Negative Space Anthology live on Zoop. Negative Space's Mission statement holds true in Education of Mentorship for up and coming Comic Book Writers and this Anthology proves utilizing the Judges, Mentors, and Winners of the annual Comic book writing competitions which highlight scribes from all diverse backgrounds. The Anthology is an interpretation of what Negative Space means to them through the

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30:51

The Consciousness of Gods w/ Daniel D. Calvo Creator...

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2022/10/16

Today I sit with Daniel D. Calvo of Konkret Comics as we talk about the second installment in his Aztec Mythological Tale Tenich-God of Fire. We pick up where issue 1 left off with Tenoch living amongst mortals but yet having the urge to deal in battle with evil spirits who attack modern day Mexico until a recruitment of sorts to return to his throne appeases his interest. But in doing so, it could lead to the deaths of many innocent lives.Support this podcast at —

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39:45

The Elements of Collaboration w/ Jerry Chatelain...

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2022/09/29

Today I sit with Jerry Chatelain the Co-Founder of E4 comics to speak about his third installment into the Elements storyline with the Dysis Saga. We discuss the anime inspiration behind the books as well as how his company started and evolved from wanted to get into animation and transforming it into a comic book. The book reads like a manga but detailed like an episode of Dragonball Z.Support this podcast at —

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29:33

An Exploration of Culture w/ Naseed Gifted Curator of...

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2022/09/10

Today I sit with Naseed Gifted, Curator of Khem Fest-a celebration of Black Animation, Gaming, and Comic Book Creators now in its 8th year based in the Newark New Jersey Area. We discuss the initiatives that Khem Fest has brought to life providing access to the community as a means of emboldening the youth through STEM and the Arts. Khem Fest has become more than a traditional comic con, but an Animation Film Festival, an Art and Tech Gallery, and a Marketplace for fashion.Support this podcast at

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