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Comics Deserve Better

Comics Deserve Better

We explore the wonders of non-licensed, indie comics in Comics Deserve Better. Everything from Image to Webtoon is game in this show that discusses old favorites, the new hotness, and books that might be a little bit off the beaten path. (Logo by Winston Gambro)

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Episode 117: Home vol. 1 by Julio Anta, Anna...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/07/06

Please join us for Richard's choice: Home vol. 1 by Julio Anta, Anna Wieszczyk, Bryan Valenza, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image).** BIG ANNOUNCEMENT AT END OF EPISODE! **DIY Corner: Out of Style: a gorgeous, all-new winchestermegg artbook! http://kck.st/3NZSPa9SpotlightsBrian: Cat Fight #1 by Andrew Wheeler, Ilias Kyriazis, Aguste, Dennis Yatras, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (IDW)Richard: The Return of Chilling Adventures in Sorcery by Eliot Rahal, Vincenzo Federici, Sina Grace, Corin Howel, Casey

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64:27

Episode 116: The Tea Dragon Society by K. O’Neill...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/06/29

Ready for some wonderful storytelling and all-around cuteness? Join us for Carrie's choice: The Tea Dragon Society by K. O’Neill with lettering by Saida Temofonte (Oni Press). Also in this episode, excellent discussions about other comics and delicious food! DIY Corner: Drumsticks of Doom #1-4 by Dan Dougherty and John Westhoffhttp://kck.st/3CFnSltSpotlights Mentioned: Family Style: Memories of an American from Vietnam by Thien Pham (First Second) Cat’s Cradle: The Mole King’s Lair by Jo Rioux

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85:25

Episode 115: Friend of the Devil: A Reckless Book by...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/06/22

We have discovered that it is a Brubaker/Phillips/Phillips world, and we are just lucky enough to live in it. Join us for this episode as we discuss Brian's choice: Friend of the Devil: A Reckless Book by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips. Other books discussed: Klik Klik Boom #1 by Doug Wagner, Doug Dabbs, Matt Wilson, Ed Dukeshire, and Erika Schnatz (Image)The Faint of Heart by Kerilynn Wilson (GreenWillow Books) Lovesick #1 by Luana Vecchio (Image)DIY Corner: Mr. Lovenstein

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83:30

Episode 114: Bone vol. 2: The Great Cow Race by Jeff...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/06/17

Take a bite out of this week's episode (and Richard's choice!): Bone vol. 2: The Great Cow Race by Jeff Smith. It's a cute romp through a fun land where all sorts of beings can race, work, and fall in love!(PS...Carrie is very sorry that she was sleepy this episode!)Check out this week's DIY Corner: Stardust the Super Wizard, Hardcover Anthologyhttps://zoop.gg/c/stardustAnd this week's Spotlight Picks!:Elle(s) vol. 3: Elle Together by Kid Toussaint and Aveline Stockart,

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83:44

Episode 113: ¡Ay Mija!: My Bilingual Summer in...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/06/08

Another episode, another tangent by Carrie. Enjoy all the goofy goodness that we bring you this episode, while we discuss MY CHOICE: ¡Ay Mija!: My Bilingual Summer in Mexico by Christine Suggs, a beautifully written autobiographical piece about identity and belonging. DIY Corner: Mary Shelley's School for Monsters Horror Graphic Novel by Anna Wieszczyk, Joel Rodriguez, and Jessica Maisonhttp://kck.st/3WHpkN3Our Spotlight Recs: Daughters of Snow and Cinders by Nuria Tamarit, translated by Jenna

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75:35

Episode 112: Reckless by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/06/01

What an episode! Please join in our delight, as we discuss Brian's choice: Reckless by Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips and Jacob Phillips (Image). Other wonderful books talked about: Hungry Ghost by Victoria Ying and Lynette Wong (First Second); Devil on her Shoulder: Complete Edition by Sandra Cardona, and Cédric Mayen (Europe); Bowser + Luigi are in Love by Ariel Ries (Shortbox); Torrent #1 by Marc Guggenheim, Justin Greenwood, Rico Renzi and Keith Wood (Image).The project featured in DIY Corner:

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Episode 111: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/05/25

Hi all!This week's episode is HUGE. We are delighted to share our interview with Ringo Award nominee Jason Douglas (Parallel) about his new book, Jane American. We talk inclusivity, family, and what makes our comic worlds go 'round, as well as Jason's projects. Also in this episode, we tackle Richard's choice: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: The Last Ronin by Kevin Eastman, Peter Laird, Tom Waltz, Esau Escorza, Isaac Escorza, Ben Bishop, Luis Antonio Delgado, Shawn Lee, Samuel Plata,

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99:09

Episode 110: Count Crowley: Reluctant Midnight...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/04/20

What an episode!Laughter! Dismay! Tears from Carrie!Join the CDB podsters for their last episode of the season, where they talk about DSTLRY, lots of fun comics (and an appearance by a book!), and the wonderful book that was Carrie's choice: Count Crowley: Reluctant Midnight Monster Hunter by David Dastmalchian, Lukas Ketner, Lauren Affe and Frank Cvetkovic.Other great comics mentioned: Danger and Other Unknown Risks by Ryan North and Erica Henderson (Penguin Workshop); The Great British Bump

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Episode 109: Gender Queer: A Memoir by Maia Kobabe...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/04/13

Join us for a wonderful episode about a book that should be mandatory reading. That's it. That's the tweet.DIY Corner: Cristabel vol 1 by Erica Schultz, Amagoia Agirre, and Cardinal Raehttp://kck.st/40M0FbjOur Faceless Fears #1-3: A Victorian-Era Ghost Story by CM Andersonhttp://kck.st/3zN0l0kSpotlights:Indigo Children #1 by Curt Pires, Rockwell White, Alex Diotto, Dee Cunniffe, and Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou (Image)Art Brut #1 by W. Maxwell Prince, Martin Marazzo and Mat Lopes (Image)Comics

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Episode 108: Deadly Class vol 1: Regan Youth by Rick...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/04/06

We hope you enjoyed last week's foray into the BIG 2, but now we are back where we belong...Join us this week while we discuss Richard's choice: Deadly Class vol 1: Regan Youth by Rick Remender, Wes Craig, Lee Loughridge and Rus Wooton . Get ready for this thrill-ride through things that make Carrie very uncomfortable!And don't forget Brian's epic 3 minute run through DIY Corner:A Flag to Fly #1 - Fantasy Adventure

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Episode 107: DC: The New Frontier by Darwyn Cooke

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/04/01

Join us for a special edition of Comics Deserve Better, where we highlight the phenomenal book DC: The New Frontier by Darwyn Cooke. We laughed, we cried, we were happy some jerks from Marvel got fired. Other Big 2 books mentioned: Stargirl: The Lost Children #1-5 by Geoff Johns, Todd Nuack, Matt Herms, and Rob Leigh (DC)Uncanny X-Men #327 by Scott Lobdell, Roger Cruz, Tim Townsend & Al Milgrom (Marvel)Comics Deserve Better is usually a podcast about independent comics, but this week, the

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Episode 106: Strangers in Paradise by Terry Moore

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/03/23

Oh, it's time to take a trip into the Carrie Vault! Listen to Brian, Richard, and Carrie discuss Carrie's choice: Strangers in Paradise by Terry Moore. It's an episode FULL OF SPOILERS OFF THE JUMP, so be prepared. But also, it's a glorious comic and we want you to read it (or re-read it again)!DIY Corner: PINOCCHIO. Art by Mike Mignola. Madness by Lemony Snicket.https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/beehivebooks/pinocchio-an-illuminated-edition-by-mike-mignola

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EPISODE 105: Ashes by Álvaro Ortiz, Adaptation by...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/03/16

Join Brian, Richard, and Carrie while they discuss Brian's choice: Ashes by Álvaro Ortiz, Adaptation by Leigh Walton, Translation by Eva Ibarzabal, Lettering by Krystal Beisick. It's lovely and surreal and sad and heartwarming, and will make you want a monkey of your own!Other *otherings* mentioned this episode: IMPOSSIBLE JONES & AMERICAN A.N.G.E.L. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1227066666/impossible-jones-and-american-angel?ref=discovery_category(DIY ME)The Moth Keeper by K

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Episode 104: Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/03/10

** Disclaimer: The editing was done by Carrie. Please don't think poorly of her **Welcome back to another week of shenanigans with your favorite comic-book dwellers (Brian, Richard, and Carrie), while they talk about Richard's choice: Jack Kirby: The Epic Life of the King of Comics by Tom Scioli.Other books discussed this episode are: Carmilla: The First Vampire by Amy Chu, Soo Lee and Sal Cipriano (Dark Horse/Berger Books)Phantom Road #1 by Jeff Lemire, Gabriel H. Walta, Jordie Bellaire,

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Episode 103: Black Hole by Charles Burns

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/03/02

Buckle up, buttercups! It's time to join Brian, Richard, and Carrie to discuss Carrie's choice: Black Hole by Charles Burns. However, content warning: it's sex, drugs, and death, so it may not be for everyone!DIY Corner: Nine Lives by Steve Horton and Chris Peterson https://zoop.gg/c/ninelivesOther Books Discussed: Shubeik Lubeik by Deena Mohammad (Pantheon Graphic Library)Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast where three adult nerds nerd out for a couple of hours about things you

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Episode 102: The Chuckling Whatsit by Richard Sala

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/02/23

Join these nerdy compadres (Brian, Richard, and Carrie) as they discuss The Chuckling Whatsit by Richard Sala. Other books discussed this episode: Rockstar and Softboy Go to Space by Sina Grace and Rus Wooton (Image) DIY Corner: Octopus: A Memoir of Flailing by Richard Fairgray https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/blastosaurus/octopus-1?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=FlailComics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast, hosted by three amazing elder millenials, who want you to read comics

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70:42

EPISODE 101: The Private Eye vol. 2 by Brian K....

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/02/16

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Private Eye vol. 2 by Brian K. Vaughan, Marcos Martin, and Muntsa VicenteKickstarter mentioned this episode: A Thing Called Truth vol. 2 Drive Home by Iolanda Zanfardino and Elisa Romboli https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/178543812/a-thing-called-truth-vol-2-drive-home?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=A%20Thing%20Called%20Truth%20Other books mentioned by Brian and Richard: The Secret History of

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80:34

Episode 100: The Department of Truth by James Tynion...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/01/13

Whoa whoa WHOA.We finally made it!Episode 100 is here and it is a ROLLERCOASTER :)Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Richard's choice: The Department of Truth by James Tynion IV, Martin Simmonds, Aditya Bidikar, and Dylan Todd (Image) as well as favorite conspiracy theories, death, and of course, indie comics. We also each do our own top five lists and in result, talk about a lot of great comics. Also someone likes ska, and that person is Braan Stuffer.Plus we

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Episode 99: Garlic and the Witch by Bree Paulsen

Comics Deserve Better ·

2023/01/06

Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie and listen to them discuss Carrie's choice: Garlic and the Witch (Quill Tree Books) as well as resolutions, real estate, and of course, indie comics.Other books discussed in the episode:Life of Melody by Mari Costa (Seven Seas)Old Dog #1 by Declan Shalvey, Clayton Clowes & Heather Antos (Image)Comics Deserve Better is a weekly podcast hosted by Brian, Carrie, and Richard which covers the world of Independent Comics. For a list of episodes, socials and

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Episode 98: Interview with Jason Douglas, Author of...

Comics Deserve Better ·

2022/12/30

FEEL THE MERRY, Ya Filthy Animals! It's a Christmas Break Treat!Hang out with Brian, Richard, and Carrie while they interview Jason Douglas about his book: Parallel (Source Point Press), with art by Adam Ferris and Josh Sobek. This special edition is a limited-run trade paperback, featuring cover art by Lyx Lyon! A beautiful book, not to be missed!We also discuss illness, favorite Christmas songs, relationships, and what makes us happy. Other books discussed in the episode: Elle(s) Vol. 2: The

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