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Nerdy Mewzings

A weekly comic book interview podcast where host & artist James chats with comic industry pros, collectors, creators, & average nerds about all things comics, art, & more. Keep it nerdy! Website: nerdymewzings.com/podcastVideo version of episodes: youtube.com/@nerdymewzingsPatreon: patreon.com/nerdymewzingsX (Twitter) - Instagram - TikTok @nerdymewzings

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58:10

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

Nerdy Mewzings ·

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,...

Nerdy Mewzings ·

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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56:17

Reese Hannigan | Star Wars Comic Artist Reveals What...

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2025/12/29

Join James in the Nerdy Mewzings studio as he chats with rising Irish comic book artist Reese Hannigan, proudly the first Irishman to appear on the podcast! Reese dives into his journey: -Growing up inspired by cartoons, Spider-Man movies, Todd McFarlane, and early YouTube art videos -Transitioning from traditional to digital workflow (Clip Studio lover!) -Breaking into comics, influenced by fellow Irish artists like Danny Earls -Working on Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories – The Bad Batch: Rogue Agents

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47:19

Nerd Crawler to Raremarq: $2M+ for Artists &...

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2025/12/22

Join James once again in the Nerdy Mewzings Podcast studio, as he completes the trilogy with Chris Tung, founder of Raremarq (formerly Nerd Crawler), in a fun and insightful chat about building a powerhouse marketplace for comic book art lovers!Chris shares exciting updates on Raremarq's growth: -Helped creators earn over $2 million in under two years -Lower fees (starting at 6%), secure escrow protection, and vetted sellers featuring top names like Frank Cho and Artgerm -New tools: Auction Now

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64:17

Comic Artist & Writer Nick Pitarra: Frank Quitely...

Nerdy Mewzings ·

2025/12/15

Dive into an epic chat with comic artist & writer Nick Pitarra (The Manhattan Projects, Ax-Wielder Jon) as he shares his wild journey breaking into comics, pulling insane all-nighters, his deep love for influences like Frank Quitely, Moebius, and Geof Darrow, collaborating with Jonathan Hickman, and the heartfelt origin of his creator-owned barbarian masterpiece Ax-Wielder Jon. We also geek out over arm wrestling training, studio grind stories, and why finding your artistic voice matters more

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56:53

Nick Dragotta’s Absolute Batman BOOM & Art Collecting...

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2025/12/08

This week James had the honor of chatting with Felix Lu of Felix Comic Art, a comic book artist representative who works with acclaimed superstars like Ryan Ottley, Daniel Warren Johnson, Nick Dragotta and many more. They discussed the intricacies of the art representation industry, the significance of original art sales, and the ever evolving landscape of comic book art collecting. The conversation also touches on Felix’s personal connections and stories, including his first original art purchase,

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51:26

Jim Mahfood: ARACHNID ENFORCER, Gangster Boogie, &...

Nerdy Mewzings ·

2025/12/01

On Halloween 2025, Jim Mahfood (Marvel’s Spider-Man, Clerks, Grrl Scouts, Fortnite, Tank Girl) dropped by Nerdy Mewzings right after his brand-new 48-page Spider-Man parody one-shot THE ARACHNID ENFORCER absolutely demolished its Kickstarter goal on Day 1 — more than doubling the first-day numbers of his previous hit Savage Street Vigilante — and introduced the instant fan-favorite character GANGSTER BOOGIE!In this packed episode we explored: • The exact numbers and strategies behind Arachnid

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58:20

Spawn Covers, Danny Earls, & Rob Liefeld's...

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2025/11/24

Returning guest and rising comic book coloring superstar STEVE CANON is back for an unfiltered, no-holds-barred deep dive into the world of a professional colorist!In this episode we bring the heat on: His very first covers on the main Spawn title (Spawn #369 A & B with Raymond Gay & Danny Earls) Coloring Danny Earls’ mind-blowing architectural covers for Sam & Twitch: Gangland The Daniel Warren Johnson Youngblood relaunch variant for Rob Liefeld Upcoming Dark Souls miniseries by

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56:19

Caleb Palmquist: Unicorn Vampire Hunter, 40+...

Nerdy Mewzings ·

2025/11/17

Join James on Nerdy Mewzings for an in-depth chat with indie comic book writer Caleb Palmquist https://calebquist.com —creator of Unicorn Vampire Hunter, Dragon Grit, and the ever-growing Swords of Arthur universe. From the perfect con pitch (“a unicorn that kills vampires”) to 40+ successful Kickstarters, Caleb opens up about escaping 2016 debt, forging lasting artistic partnerships (Daryl Toh, Kay Woolhiser), and balancing a full-time teaching gig with non-stop scripting, packing, and

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50:18

Erica D’Urso Returns: Immortal Legend Batman, Dan...

Nerdy Mewzings ·

2025/11/10

🦇 ERICA D’URSO IS BACK – and this time the bat is OUT of the bag!The Immortal Legend Batman artist returns to Nerdy Mewzings and finally reveals: • The soul-crushing pressure of drawing AFTER Dan Mora’s designs 😱 • How she designed Bruce Wayne’s civilian look, enemies & the Shadows • Why she almost turned down Batman (!!) • The secret creator-owned project (John Wick + Spirited Away + Putin in a mixer 👀) • Traditional vs digital, selling originals, white-out disasters & MORE This is

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59:30

Steve Rude Reveals Nexus Struggles, Jack Kirby...

Nerdy Mewzings ·

2025/11/03

Legendary Nexus creator Steve “The Dude” Rude gets RAW on animation battles, Jack Kirby lessons, and bringing Return to Earth to life. In this milestone episode of Nerdy Mewzings, James dives deep with comic book icon Steve Rude — co-creator of Nexus, winner of multiple Eisner & Kirby Awards, and a fierce defender of traditional art in the digital age.What You’ll Hear: The real creative struggles behind the new Nexus: Return to Earth project Why Steve is fighting to launch an animated

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