079 - THE BAD BOOK REVIEW CLUB (W / MATT HARROWER)

For the first show of 2017 the Awesome Pod are joined by brilliant up and coming artist Matt Harrower for a special show. For a bit of fun, everyone takes a look back on some old comics that came out in the 90s (an era with an overly harsh reputation) and give a new, fresh and hilarious take on them. Theres talk of crazy autobiographical music comics, the dark era of Spawn, some crazy sequential artwork, character designs/rip offs and so much more. It's also got more Rob Liefeld than you can shake a stick at! Its a fun show to kick off the new year so check it out!

Great stuff to check out this week: Weird Science DC podcast, Rock and Roll Comics, Youngblood, Captain America, Curse of Spawn

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078 - THE HOLIDAY SPECIAL SPECIAL!

As it’s the festive season, the ACP crew take some time to talk about the comics that come out at this time of year. The Holiday Specials! Its a special conversation about holiday specials and it doesn’t get any more special than that! There's talk of the 2000ad, Marvel and DC specials, what everyone think of them, some listener comments, poll results and more. There's also some great indie books to check out so don't miss it!

Great stuff to check out this week: 2000ad Christmas Special, Generous Bosom Part 2, Santa vs the Nazis, Anything About Nothing

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077 - HIGHLIGHTS OF 2016 SHOW!

Another year of comics is in the bag, and this time its the first whole year for the Awesome Pod. With that in mind, VInce, Dan and Tony sit down to discuss some of their highlights of the year. They talk about great series, publishers, creators and conventions from 2016 and then talk about what they want to see in 2017. It gets silly, serious and everything in between.

For an extra bonus we have an exclusive interview as Tony visits NoBrow studios to get the skinny on their amazing work from Sam Arthur!

Great stuff to check out this week: Nexus, X-O Manowar, Divinity, Invincible, The Fix, Hilda, 3 Minute Max, Deer Editor, Monologue, Porcelain, Ness, Black Dog, Airboy, Turncoat, Vanguard, Scurry, Rising Sand, Last Driver, Spider Forest, Sleep Tight, New York Comic Con, London Super Comic Con, Bristol Comic Expo, Valiant Comics, Avery Hill Publishing, Image Comics,

Also, can you recognise our festive themes this week?

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076 - COMIC STORES AND THE SMALL PRESS!

This week Vince, Dan and Tony are joined by Reg from Destination Venus, an independent comic book shop fighting the good fight in the name of comics. They discuss the ups and downs of weekly comic book life, how independent comics are represented in the retail world and as always, so much more! It's the first show with opinions from the other side of the comic shop counter, but after such a fascinating conversation, it surely wont be the last. Don't miss it!

Great stuff to check out this week: Destination Venus, Destination Venus on twitter, The Six Million Dollar Man: The Fall of Man, The Gigantic Beard that was Evil, Slam

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075 - PRINTING COMICS!

This week the crew tackle something that every small press or indie comics creator has to deal with at some point - printing! Joined by one of the best indie printers in the biz, Rich from Comics Printing UK, the gang talk about the trials and tribulations of small press printing and things people should know about or be aware of when prepping their books for press. There's info, listener questions, great comics discussed, tales of someones interaction with a comic seller named Tibor, a tense Action Dan question and even more.

It's another show not to be missed - ESPECIALLY if you're thinking about getting your comics printed!!

Great stuff to check out this week: Rich from Comics Printing UK, Comics Printing UK, The Pull List, Rachel Rising, Cindy and Biscuit, Every Life I Ever Lived, The Iron Duchess

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074 - COMIC ANTHOLOGIES (FEATURING KEN REYNOLDS)!

This week the gang are talking about the staple of the comic book scene - the anthology. And to help with the conversation they're joined by the creator of the comic series 'Cognition' and editor of the anthology series 'Sliced', Ken Reynolds. They talk about some classic anthology series, the job of editing a small press anthology, what draws people to buying an anthology and so much more!

Theres also another Action Dan question and NSFW humour galore. Dont miss it!

Great stuff to check out this week: Ken Reynolds, Sliced Quarterly, Warrior, Wildcat, Oink, Big Trouble in Little China/Escape from New York, Vampire Hunter D, It's Ghastly: The Untimely Demise of Scream

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073 - SPOTLIGHT ON VANGUARD!

This week the spotlight is on a webcomic very close to the hearts of everyone in the ACP, Vanguard! Dan Butchers brilliant superhero series gets discussed and Dan finds himself on the receiving end of interview questions. There's loads of great info for future webcomic makers and for fans of Vanguard itself. Plus there's another Action Dan question, Tony does something special live on air and Vince offers the sign off to someone else this week.

Dont miss it folks!

Great stuff to check out this week: Vanguard, Valiant, Ninjak, Divinity, The Lonely Vincent Bellingham

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072 - PRICING IN COMICS!

This week the ACP gang take on the topic of comics pricing! The price of digital, how overpriced some collections can be, the prices of small press books at conventions and getting your moneys worth all get discussed, as well as some interesting listener polls and emails get read. It's a topic that doesn't get discussed too much, especially by silly shows that make toilet humour seem high brow, but the ACP give it a good go. There's also the usual comics banter, great comics are discussed, the 80s movie quiz Action Dan gets interesting and there's the debut of a new, emotionally charged segment called 'Ask Aunty Tony'. Its another comical show on every level, so check it out!

Great stuff to check out this week: The Naked Artist: Comic Book Legends Expanded Edition, Sparks, Blue Fox Comics, Project Autumn

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CONVENTION SPECIAL - NCC AND THOUGHT BUBBLE 2016!!

Its an extra special convention... er... special, as the Awesome Pod has a plethera of convention audio joy to give you. First up is a couple of panels from Nottingham Comic Con 2016. A fantastic small press panel featuring the likes of Rachael Smith, Dan Berry, Chris Imber and Nick Prolix, and then the Awesome Pod panel itself, all about small press and why you should choose it.

If thats not enough, then check out some great interviews that come direct from the floor of Thought Bubble 2016! Emily Owen (Pup & Grumpicorn) managed to chat to some amazing creators about their new work and we've got the exclusive audio for you.

Its a jamboree of convention audio joy, so check it out!

Also, big shout out to the guys at Geek Force for recording the panel audio. Check them out!

071 - INTERACTION AT COMIC CONVENTIONS!

What is a comic convention without interaction? Whether its with your audience or with your favourite creator, how those moments go can effect your overall experience of a convention. And so the Awesome Comics gang discuss the high, lows and awkward moments of their con experiences, read out listener messages and some very interesting poll results and an oddly high number of toilet stories. There's also some talk about Nottingham Comic Con, the trio's opinions on Doctor Strange and there's another Action Dan question to test Mr Butchers action film knowledge. Plus as an extra treat is a small bit of audio from NYCC with Tony and Vera Greenstreet. Basically, there's tons in this episode so check it out and enjoy!

Great stuff to check out this week: Porcelain: Ivory Tower, Cops vs Sharkwolves, The Belfry

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070 - ARGH! HORROR COMICS!

It's that time of year when the Awesome Pod ghouls talk about the world of horror comics. Yes, its the second ACP Halloween Special! Vince and Dan talk terror and horror storytelling pros and cons, and as Tony couldn't make it this week Shaun Dobie (Descending Outlands) steps in and the trio discuss scary books, the classic horror monsters, when horror goes too far and also spins yet more chat based on this weeks spooktacular listener polls. It's classic comics chat with an added twist and plenty of laughs. There's also another Action Dan question, talk of 'genre' books and Tony is missed (but still makes an appearance... kind of).

Great stuff to check out this week: Madius Comics Horrere, Witch Doctor, Descending Outlands

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069 - THE ROLE OF SEX IN COMICS!

Turn the lights down low and put on some Kenny G, because this week the ACP are talking about Sex. In comics of course, and despite everyone thinking that it's going to be immature and crude, the gang tackle various forms of sex in sequential storytelling. There's talk of books that have had legal challenges due to sexual content, Robert Crumb, sexualised variant covers, results of this weeks listener polls, LOADS more and also the first listener question gets put in for our 80s action movie quiz 'Action Dan'.

Also, Steve Tillotson, creator of the book Untitled Apes Epic Adventure tells us about his brilliant new book, how it came to be and where you can get it.

Great stuff to check out this week: Untitled Apes Epic Adventure, Steve Tillotson, Dark Matter 2, Oglaf, Sunstone, Limerence Press

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068 - THE STATE OF THE MODERN COMIC CONVENTION

The new era of the Awesome Pod begins, and we kick off this week with a discussion about the world of modern comic book conventions. With big shows pulling in mega numbers, smaller shows being cancelled and venues being changed (controversially for some) there's plenty of discussion to be had. Listener opinions get read out, poll results are announced and its the first week of our 80s action movie trivia quiz Action Dan! Its a bold new direction for the same old waffle about the world of comics!

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067 - THE MORE THINGS CHANGE...

Change is coming! That sounds a lot more dramatic than it actually is, but Vince, Dan and Tony take a moment to give a message about what the Awesome Pod will be like going forward from now on. Its a shorter episode, but there's still plenty of waffle!

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066 - PROG 2000, INDIE SUPERHEROES AND MORE!

This week Vince, Dan and Tony let loose and talk comics and more. The two main topics of conversation this year are the epic event that was the release of 2000AD issue 2000 and a discussion on Dan Butcher's article '5 things I don't want to see in YOUR indie superhero comics'. It's a fun fuelled discussion that digresses in the best kind of ways. There's talk about essential reading for writers, 80s movies, hints of plans to come for the show and plenty of silly NSFW humour (stay tuned for some revealing out takes too). Don't miss it!

Mentioned in this episode are: Comic Book Fever, Understanding Comics, Save the Cat, Snarl, Insane Comics, 2000AD, Prog 2000, 40 Years of 2000AD Festival, Five Things I Don't Want to See in YOUR Indie Superhero Comic, Santa Claus vs the Nazis, The Axeman Cometh, A Place to Hang Your Cape Calendar, Madius Comics, Monologue

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065 - RYAN K LINDSAY AND DEER EDITOR!

This week Ryan K Lindsay (Deer Editor, Negative Space) joins the Awesome Pod crew this week to talk about all things comics, from his working processes on his past books, the price of digital books, Michael Bay films and the importance of value for money with Kickstarters' and how he came to be part of the upcoming 2016 DC writers workshop. Its a great comic creation chat with a creator to watch! Also there's a bunch of brilliant books to check out, Vince talks about a creator who he didn't realise was such a big deal, Dan gives himself a challenge in the name pronunciation stakes, Ryan supplies a classic out take and as he couldn't make it this week... everyone misses Tony.

Mentioned in this episode are: Ryan K Lindsay, Deer Editor: Hack, Sami Kivela, Negative Space, Psycario, Old Skull Comics, Ashcan Small Press FB group, Ghosts, Raina Telgemeir, The Black Monday Murders, Jonathan Hickman, Nottingham Comic Con Kickstarter, Orbital Life Drawing Class, Eric Powell, Hillbilly, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Universe

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064 - SHAKY KANE, CHRIS BAKER AND LAST DRIVER!

The ACP gang goes apocalyptic and off the rails this week as we talk Last Driver with Chris Baker and Brit comics legend Shaky Kane! Theres chat about the inspiration for Frank Sudden and his road trip adventure, Shaky's previous work and the shocking plans he has for his old original pages, someone orders a chinese takeaway, John Carpenter talk, Alan Moore talk, kickstarter discussion and SO much more. This show is jam packed!! Plus Vince struggles on with a cold, Dan announces some big Vanguard news and Tony finds a new best friend after discovering someone who also owns Doll Man vs Demonic Toys.

Mentioned in this episode are: Last Driver, Dead Canary Comics, Shaky Kane, Gray Area: Our Town, Tim Bird, Last Sheriff 3, Reckless Hero, Chris Jenkins, Chris Imber, The Corpse Walker, Trav Hart, Paper Girls, Curia Regis, Robin Pierce, The Fix, Vanguard on Spider Forest, True Believers Interview

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063 - FRASER CAMPBELL AND ALEX AUTOMATIC!

Writer of Sleeping Dogs and Alex Automatic, Fraser Campbell joins the Awesome Pod crew to talk about the new 70s tv inspired book, his work process, influences and more. Theres also plenty of talk about exciting books for you to check out, the work of Alan Moore and Watchmen, conventions in Scotland, Dan reveals he is a nightmare to intruders, Vince completely messes up a famous quote and Tony talks sideboob.

Mentioned in this episode are: Fraser Campbell, Alex Automatic, Sleeping Dogs, No Brow Press, Audabon, Midnight Butterfly, Empire of Geek, Frank Cho, Skybourne, Boom Studios, Scurry, Black Mumba, Ram V, Iain Laurie, Periwinkle, Kubo and the Two Strings, The Institute of Marine Research, Claire Connolly Comics, Anything about Nothing

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062 - KEVIN GUNSTONE AND PLANET OF THE DAEMONS!

Kevin Gunstone, writer behind such titles as Future Primitive, DIS and the upcoming Planet of Daemons joins the ACP this week to talk about how his new demonic title came to be, what influences him as a writer and so much more! He talks about his writing past for Marvel and Image, what brought him back to comics after a hiatus and his own process when it comes to writing dialogue. Its a fascinating look into world building and story telling, not to mention a lot of talk about a great new series you have to check out! The gang also discuss the latest conventions trips they've had, pimp some kickstarters, discuss Steven Seagal's acting prowess, the show gets political, Dan discusses IMPENDING DOOM, Vince loses faith in his segways and Tony gives us all a #Millarwatch update.

Mentioned in this episode are: Kevin Gunstone, Planet of Daemons, Future Primitive, DIS, Untitled Apes Epic Adventure, Steve Tillotson, Scurry, Mac Smith, Desperate Times, Kel Winser, Empire of Blood, Graphic India,   Cognition 2 KS, Ness 2 KS, Afterlife Inc: Man Made God KS, Deer Editor 3 KS, Bartkira, Kathryn Briggs, Triskelion, Bob Turner, DTHRTL, The Penned Guins, Alan Henderson, Lou Scannon, Attic Studios, Bloodfellas, Comics Anonymous

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061 - A COMIC BOOK CHARACTER DESIGN CHAT!

How important is the design and visual look of you characters? In a word... VERY. The ACP gang take some time to discuss the importance of character design, the iconic looks, their favourite takes on classic characters and get some opinions from listeners too. Its part chat, part rant and they only skim the tip of the iceberg. There's also some more brilliant indie comics you need to check out, an update on #Millarwatch turns into a chat all about Mark Millar's work, everyone gives their jewels a name and everyone gets confused by the timey wimpy nature of the recording. PLUS Dan gives some important comixology advice, Vince actually reveals some knowledge about Superman and Tony does another impression of one of his co-hosts.

Mentioned in this episode are: Signal, Paul Duffield, Nemesis, Mark Millar, Steve McNiven, Treves: A Restless Night, Tom Ward, Luke Parker, Michael Phoenix, Gods of Men Kickstarter, Valiant, Wrath of the Eternal Warrior, 100 Times, The Damned, Cullen Bunn, Brian Hurtt

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