Comics Experience Podcast
The Comics Experience Podcast provides ~15 minutes of advice per episode on all aspects of creating comics and breaking in to the industry. Join Comics Experience founder and former Marvel and IDW Editor Andy Schmidt and his co-host Gamal Hennessy as they discuss making comics!
Do you have a question about making comics you’d like to hear discussed on the podcast? Email us at info@comicsexperience.com.
What Does the Movie Slump Mean for Comics?
In this week’s episode of the Comics Experience Podcast, Andy and Gamal look at the disappointing results of films like Furiosa and discuss the parallels within the comic book industry.
Can AI Royalties Be A Profitable Solution for Comic Creators?
In this episode of the Comics Experience Podcast, Andy and Gamal discuss an AI licensing system that could provide a living wage for creators.
Colorists and Crunch in Comics
In this episode, Andy and Gamal discuss the role of the colorist. Topics include how to break into the business, how to deal with time pressures, and how to avoid burnout.
Are You Ready for Millions of New Comic Book Readers (and Creators?)
In this episode of the Comics Connection Podcast, Andy and Gamal discuss the potential impact of having millions of current readers of kids and YA graphic novels enter into the wider comic book market.
What’s the Secret Weapon for Your Comics?
Andy and Gamal talk about the one person who can improve the quality of your comic and reduce the stress of producing it.
How Long Do You Make Your Comics?
Graphic novel, mini-series, ongoing series, which length is the right choice for your comics? That depends on the creator, the publisher, the retailer, and the reader. Andy and Gamal look at the perspectives of each group and how they factor into the size of your story.
Why 2024 is the Best Time to Be a Comic Book Creator
The comic book press regularly discusses the real challenges and issues involved in being a comic book creator or publisher. But it is also true that now is the best time in the history of comics to build a business in this industry.
Dealing with Criticism, Indifference, and Rejection in Comics
In this week’s episode of the Comics Connection podcast, Andy and Gamal talk about the creative and mental impact of negative reactions to your comic and what you can do on a personal and professional level to reduce your inevitable discomfort.
What is the Best Distribution for Your Comic?
In this week’s episode of the Comics Connection Podcast, Andy and Gamal talk about the best and most profitable way to get your comic in the hands of your readers.
2024 Predictions for the Comic Book Industry
Andy and Gamal wrap up 2023 with our thoughts on how censorship, crowdfunding, comic book shops, and digital comics will evolve and impact the comic book industry in 2024.