Latinx Press Podcast

This week's episode features the one, the only: Alex Segura. This is just the audio! No musical breaks! Alex has given so many people a hand up, their big break, and promoted their work for over a decade now. I'm honored to call him a friend. He has gone from publishing pro to full-blown creative. If you haven't already, check out his latest book SECRET IDENTITY which was recently re-released in paperback after making every noteworthy best-of list for 2022. It's not too late to pre-order his new novel, Marvel's Araña and Spider-Man 2099, slated to hit bookshelves on May 2nd. This podcast is made possible by Latinx Press Substack subscribers. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and review!

Here's a preview of this week's episode! Alex Segura pitches his critically acclaimed crime novel, Secret Identity, in about two minutes. Here's one example as to why he's a best-seller! You can listen to the podcast here on Spotify, or become a monthly sustaining member via the Latinx Press Substack to watch the rest of the interview!

This week's episode features the one, the only: Alex Segura. Alex has given so many people a hand up, their big break, and promoted their work for over a decade now. I'm honored to call him a friend. He has gone from publishing pro to full-blown creative. If you haven't already, check out his latest book SECRET IDENTITY which was recently re-released in paperback after making every noteworthy best-of list for 2022. It's not too late to pre-order his new novel, Marvel's Araña and Spider-Man 2099, slated to hit bookshelves on May 2nd. This podcast is made possible by Latinx Press Substack subscribers. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and review!

Content Warning: Sexual Abuse, Mental Abuse, Trauma, Racism Now that we've got that out of the way: welcome back! This week's guest is Cynthia Naugle! I've known her since 2011! She has blossomed into this artist, toy designer, gallery owner, and all-around chingona. I did tip-off in the introduction of this episode that we discuss her documented experience with Eric Esquivel. Cynthia goes into detail regarding the allegations, and she has been able to move forward. It's a difficult but necessary conversation, and I'm honored she felt comfortable enough to share it with us. I suggest skipping to part two where the conversation shifts but is referenced. I am honored to have debuted her new artist name: Go Off Tiger.  You should give her a follow on Instagram and check out what &Gallery has planned in the springtime. This podcast is made possible by Latinx Press Substack subscribers. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and review! Photo credit: all frills

The fans have been asking for it! My guest for this week's podcast is Ryan Cody. Ryan is the organizer of the inaugural Arizona Comicbook Arts Festival that's taking place at the Phoenix Shrine Auditorium & Event Center on Saturday, February 25th. I never thought I'd say this, but AZCAF is cheaper than Tucson Comic Con! Click here to buy your $10 tickets. This podcast is made possible by Latinx Press Substack subscribers. Don't forget to subscribe, like, and review!

The week's guest is the one, the only: Amanda Meadows. Amanda is one of the best editors in comics working today. She was the editor of the trend-setting Oni Lion Forge LGBTQIA+ friendly imprint, Limerence Press. But I knew her back when she was slinging funny books under the DEVASTATOR PRESS banner with her partner Geoffrey Golden. Do yourself a favor and follow Amanda on the socials and keep an eye on her next move because it will make headlines. Believe that! This podcast is brought to you by the Latinx Press Substack monthly and founding subscribers. Please click here and chip in what you can to keep this Latinx Press Podcast in between listeners' ears and their hearts.

I am lucky to have written the first line of my obituary early in life. But I take comfort in knowing that J. Gonzo’s name will be mentioned for our work on our graphic novel: La Voz De M.A.Y.O. Tata Rambo. Gonzo was in Los Angeles setting up his new online store with The Mighty Lucha Underground in Eagle Rock. We recorded this interview after we had some burgers around my old stomping grounds in Franklin Village. Gonzo is one of the best artists in comics. Don’t worry; he knows. But he can explain it to you in a way that will make sense. Honestly, Gonzo is one of the best. I stand by that. Since you pay for this thing, you get to see us face to face in my office. You get to see what six years of friendship and collaboration in comics will do to people. I hope you enjoy our talk. If you haven’t already, go to your local comic shop and ask for La Mano del Destino right now; especially, if you love Lucha Libre and pro-wrestling. It’s a must-read. Please subscribe to our podcast, Substack, like, and review!

Episode two of the Latinx Podcast is here! I can't believe that this thing is still going! I had a fantastic conversation with Chloe Brailsford! You might know her for her leather Mommy art on Instagram, Anaïs. We learn about Chloe's humble beginnings as an emerging comics artist and what is going on in her "very trans brain." Thanks to my amazing Latinx Press Press Substack subscribers, this episode remains ad-free. If you don't want to miss an episode, do me a favor and click here to subscribe here.

The inaugural episode of Latinx Press! My first guest is the creators of Too Much Coffee Man, Shannon Wheeler! Click here to check out his newsletter, Instagram, and Etsy!

I'm going to do it again. Yes, that's right! Welcome to my latest podcast for my Substack subscribers! I'm your host, Henry Barajas! I'm going to talk to many comic book industry friends—and friends from my various walks of life. All you have to do is subscribe to listen. If you become a sustaining member, you can watch the video conversation!