Beards And Comics: Recklessly Creative
By Catalyst Comics Studio
Beards And Comics: Recklessly CreativeMay 25, 2023
BACP: Recklessly Creative - Episode 4 - Joe Benevento (Part 2)
Joe Benevento's second part of the interview is full of more writing tips, as well as, information about his new book "My Perfect Wife, Her Perfect Son", available here.
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BACP: Recklessly Creative - Episode 3 - Joe Benevento (Part 1)
Author and writing professor Joe Benevento joins the fellas to discuss the depths of a 40-year education career, and everything (well a lot of what) he knows about writing.
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BACP: Recklessly Creative - Episode 2 - Amy Good (Part 2)
Part 2 with artist Amy Good is here! Bust out those notebooks. --------------------------
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BACP: Recklessly Creative - Episode 1 - Amy Good (Part I)
Our new mission has begun! To go where we felt like going and talk to creative people across the multiverse. Join us as we launch with someone new and awesome... professional artist, Amy Good.
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Episode 100 - 100TH BACP EPISODE (FULL)
Aaron & Matt take it back to the roots with just the two of them giving everyone updates, thoughts, and suggestions. This episode covers AI creation, changes to the show, highs and lows.
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Episode 99 - Tyr Jackson (FULL)
Tyr is back! This time we are discussing updates, we are talking about the industry, and we are asking the hard questions about the pursuit of success.
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Episode 98 - Corissa Grant (Part 2)
Part 2 of our conversation with Corissa Grant brings a deeper look into her story, and the use of crowdfunding to further creative endeavors.
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Episode 97 - Corissa Grant (Part 1)
Meet Corissa Grant, a novelist turned comic book creator with a passion for gore. Join the prelaunch for her new comic here.
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Episode 96 - Todd Rayner (Part 2)
Part 2 of our conversation with Todd Rayner brings a deeper look into creativity, and the use of crowdfunding to further creative endeavors.
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Episode 95 - Todd Rayner (Part 1)
Meet Todd Rayner, creator of Icepick & Annabelle comic book series, who discusses his journey into the indie comic book market.
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Episode 94 - Edward Davis (Part 2)
Part 2 of our conversation with Edward Davis brings in the scope of that creators are dealing with in today's market.
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Episode 93 - Edward Davis (Part 1)
Ed Davis is a friend and collaborator who is dedicated to telling fantastic stories and pushing himself to a higher caliber. With stories like Immortal Era, and the upcoming Corruptor series, we knew everyone would want to hear from someone in the indie world that is doing it right.
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Episode 92 - Rob Guillory (Part 2)
After last weeks episode, we return with Rob Guillory. You may know him from titles like Chew and Farmhand. With a new book released, we ask Rob about creativity and the industry.
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Episode 91 - Rob Guillory (Part 1)
Rob Guillory is our first guest for the reboot. You may know him from titles like Chew and Farmhand. With a new book released, we ask Rob about creativity and the industry.
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Episode 90 - The Finale
Beards And Comics Podcast is ending... sort of... Let's talk about it.
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Episode 89 - Solo Button 5: The Final Episode
That's it, no more... we're done!!!!... For the year. Here is a very short podcast episode just to update everyone on the end of the year and how we will be coming back in January. Much love! See you in 2022.
Episode 88 - Solo Button 4: Crowdsurfing
Episode 87 - Round Hole, Square Peg
A lot of people try to fit in, when the question should be asked if fitting in even matters. Matt and Aaron discuss their growth in the industry, and the shift in their mindsets.
ONE LAST JOB 1-2 is available now on Kickstarter.
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Episode 86 - Solo Button 3: What It Is Like During A Live Campaign
On the road, Aaron discusses what it is like, and where his mindset is, while being a week into a fresh Kickstarter Campaign. ONE LAST JOB 1-2 is available now on Kickstarter.
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Episode 85 - Tradesies
On the road, Matt and Aaron discuss a bit of Squid Games, storytelling, and our thoughts on single issues vs trades.
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Episode 84 - Thug Baby
In this short episode, we discuss why so many creatives have to pretend they are tough. Look, we are creative types, some of the most empathetic on the planet... so... chill with the being hard up.
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Episode 83 - Just The Tips
Why is everyone holding onto their best work? Matt and Aaron discuss the... ins and outs... of giving just the tips.
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Episode 82 - Econ 101: Comic Book Budgeting
Matt and Aaron sit down to discuss our current look into finances for projects, and what it means to attempt to be money-wise.
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Episode 81 - Season of Changes & The Return of Matt
He... has... returned... So, let's discuss changes within the company.
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Branches Episode 001 - Transitions (Free Introductory Episode)
Welcome to BRANCHES! This is a brand new subscriber-only show for our Bearded Society members. Join us on a journey of discovering great habits to elevate your craft.
Episode 80 - Solo Button 2: Aaron Talks Secondary Characters
Aaron is back for another Solo Button episode, and this one is dedicated to discussing creating secondary characters.
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Episode 79 - Solo Button 1: Aaron
Let's take it bare-bones today, just Aaron... just talking...
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Episode 78 - The Last One?
Could it be... THE FINAL EPISODE?! Naw, chill. Just us talking and sounding almost like it could be.
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Episode 77 - The Later One
Recorded late the night before it needed to come out, we are talking about when you know it is time to give it up, fighting burn out, and challenging yourself.
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Episode 76 - The Live One
Live from our panel at Greenville NC Comic Con... let's bring you through the journey of making comics!
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Episode 75 - In A Van Down By Thomas River - Part 2 (with Brian Stelfreeze & Doug Wagner)
THE Brian Stelfreeze (Black Panther, Thomas River, Day Men...) and THE Doug Wagner (Plastic, Vinyl, Thomas River...) continue in the conversations from last week, discussing success, art school, and the creators mental state.
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Episode 74 - In A Van Down By Thomas River - Part 1 (with Brian Stelfreeze & Doug Wagner)
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It's Your World - Episode 004 (Karla Nappi)
A show dedicated to discussing the creation of the realms, worlds, and universes that our guest's comic books are set in. Dive deep into the headspace of the creators as we get serious, joke around, and ultimately learn more.
Episode 4! That means it must be KARLA NAPPI! Let's dive into the sci-fi world of Duplicant.
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Episode 73 - You Guest Wrong (Part 2)
More venting on a discussion about the importance of a publisher, and how much of the industry is still a "who you know"
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Episode 72 - You Guest Wrong (Part 1)
Part venting, all real talk. In this weeks episode we are discussing the roles that work-for-hire contracts need to (but typically don't) play, as well as pitching, and how we research while creating content.
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Episode 71 - Growing Pains: The Sequel
Answering questions, discussing our slant on the industry, and the current things that we are facing as a studio.
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Episode 70 - That Guy With The Face
More questions came in, which means more answers will get dished out... which of course means it launches us into full discussions about other issues and things that we face as publishers. We hope you are all enjoying these lowkey episodes.
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It's Your World - Episode 003 (With Doug Wagner)
A show dedicated to discussing the creation of the realms, worlds, and universes that our guest's comic books are set in. Dive deep into the headspace of the creators as we get serious, joke around, and ultimately learn more.
Our third episode is with Doug Wagner about the world's in which he tells the stories of Vinyl, Plastic, and Thomas River.
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Episode 69 - Big Eyes Save Lives
Aaron lies again about guests, and instead him and Matt answer submitted questions! We talk about the origin's of Tilt, our thoughts on manga, and some other stuff.
To hear more about what we think about manga, you have to become a member of our BuyMeACoffee so you can get access to Behind The Red Door.
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Episode 68 - Talking Ship
Today we sit down to talk about the importance of sales outside of Kickstarter, and a few other topics to let you guys know what goes through our minds during production.
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Episode 67 - Just Call Us Hot Honey Mustard Part 2
Continuing from last weeks discussion, we also answer why we decided to build a studio, and why the hustle mentality drives us nuts.
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Episode 66 - Just Call Us Hot Honey Mustard Part 1
Join hosts Matt and Aaron as they begin their discussion on why they chose to work as a partnership rather than solo publishers. Also, how to approach artists about their work.
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It's Your World - Episode 002 (With Dave Swartz)
An all-new show, dedicated to discussing the creation of the realms, worlds, and universes that our guest's comic books are set in. Dive deep into the headspace of the creators as we get serious, joke around, and ultimately learn more.
Our second episode is with Dave Swartz about the world he set his new series Confederate Monster into.
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Episode 65 - Between A Rock And The Hard Place Part 2 (with Doug Wagner)
Doug Wagner (Plastic, The Hard Place, Thomas River, Yumi, Batman, World of Warcraft, etc...) is back!
Let's talk a bit about what success looks like for Doug, and why creators fear it.
Doug Wagner's YUMI, Doug Wagner's RIVER, Twitter: Doug_Wagner, Instagram: Doug.Wagner13, Facebook: Doug.Wagner13
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Episode 64 - Between A Rock And The Hard Place Part 1 (with Doug Wagner)
Join us with Doug Wagner (Plastic, The Hard Place, Thomas River, Yumi, Batman, World of Warcraft, etc...)
We go a bit deep into what creativity means, experiences pitching comics to Image, and quite a bit of straight-up industry talk. Get your notepads out!
Doug Wagner's YUMI, Doug Wagner's RIVER, Twitter: Doug_Wagner, Instagram: Doug.Wagner13, Facebook: Doug.Wagner13
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Episode 63 - Now Back To Our Regularly Scheduled Program Part 2
Continuing in our discussion from last week, we answer some written in questions... and talk about ego's.
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Episode 62 - Now Back To Our Regularly Scheduled Program Part 1
Reformatting shows, adding new content... it is all part of the journey for us at BACP and Catalyst. Let's talk about some changes, and getting back to our roots.
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It's Your World - Episode 001 (With Tyr Jackson)
An all-new show, dedicated to discussing the creation of the realms, worlds, and universes that our guest's comic books are set in. Dive deep into the headspace of the creators as we get serious, joke around, and ultimately learn more.
Our first episode is with Tyr Jackson of the Sovereign Comics Universe. Let us know your thoughts!
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Episode 61 - Finding Symmetry with Insymmetry Part 2 (With Steph Cannon and Matt Knowles)
Learning to pivot in moments that require a review show character and heart. Knowing you can push through with a project even when hurting is a feat of strength. Today is part two of our conversation with Matt Knowles and Steph Cannon of Insymmetry Creations. Their new project is up right now... head to the link below to check it out. www.tinyurl.com/HEIRSvsTFN
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Episode 60 - Finding Symmetry with Insymmetry Part 1 (with Matt Knowles and Steph Cannon)
Discussing projects is always fun, but opening the window to discover the breeze behind other creators benefits us all. Today is part one of our conversation with Matt Knowles and Steph Cannon of Insymmetry Creations. Their new project is geared up... head to the link below to follow it. www.tinyurl.com/HEIRSvsTFN
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