THE AWESOME COMICS PODCAST

Episode 585 - Transformers Comics... ROLL OUT!

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0100

With one of the great animated movies to have a 40th Anniversary 'Apology' tour, we wanted to look at the world of the Transformers in comics! From one of the greatest leaders in comics, the toys, the animated phenomenon to the classic line of comics and the new wave of Energon, its a real geekout in true ACP fashion. Not only that but the creator of 'Truck Mutts' Ian Matthews joins the fun so set your phasers to nostalgia! Plus theres a lil talk about the Zine Zilla Comics and Animation Festival and of course absolutely TONS of great indie comic recommendations!

Great stuff to check out: Transformers, Transformers:The Movie, Skybound, The Oink Blog, Geoff Senior, Ian Matthews, Truck Mutts, Mega City Film Club, Earth 2 Podcast, Steve Lafler, Baltimore Comic Con, High Viz Comic Con, Cryptid Hacker Force, Keiron Squires, The Goblin Market, The Register, Joan Edam, Pigmilk, Isaac Lenkiewicz, Tales of Wonder, My Little Boy, Fox Flight Market Night, Shimmer Paths, Beatrice Brewer, Zorro, Alien Books, Fire & Ice: Dark Wolf, Dan Panosian, Doom Patrol, Solomon Kane, Legion of Super Heroes, JSA, Jeff Lemire, Buckets of Blood, Warwick Fraser Combe

Episode 584 - Lets Talk About Making Comics Full Time...

Mon, 07 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0100

From building up a kickstarter following, to tabling at conventions and deciding to go full time - these are just some of the things we spoke about this week when we spoke to Chris Askham (Switchblade Stories). It's a great chat with one of the hardest working artists in the UK comic scene. Check it out and prepare yourself for a whole heap of comics to add to your pull lists too!

Great stuff to check out: Chris Askham, Switchblade Stories, Abominable Glory, Markosia Comics, Nottingham Comic Con, Shockwave, Nemesis, Love and Rockets, Frank Miller, Ronin, Dark System, Earth 2, Mega City Movie Club, Cryptid Hacker Force, Zine Zilla, The Goblin Market, High Viz Comic Con, M.A.S.K., Skybound, The Adventures of Chuck Maxwell, BHP Comics, Brandon Paul, Commando Comics, The Ghurka Files, Unpowered, International Aces, Chris Geary, Buckets of Blood, Warwick Fraser Combe

Episode 583 - Where All My Sidekicks At?!

Mon, 31 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100

For every Batman, there is a Robin. For every Captain America, there is a Bucky. For every Paul Daniels, there is a Debbie McGee. Thats right, this week the ACP take a look at the world of sidekicks in comics. Are they any good? If so, who are the best? Are they still relevant? All this and more gets delved into, as well as a whole ton of brilliant indie comics and creators you should be checking out in the week ahead!

Great stuff to check out: Batman and Robin, Giant Robo Hellboy, Inkblot Comics Festival, Tales of Terror, Baltimore Comic Con, Conan, Blat, Mat Greaves, Cryptid Hacker Force, Green Archer Comics, Keiron Squires, ZineZilla, Mikes Comics Bristol, 10 Lost Days, Shane Chebsey, The Coldest Winter, This Year, David Robertson, Fred Egg Comics, Sunset Dawning, Killer Influences, IDW, Joey Esposito, Joe Flanders Comics, Cyberpulp, Vicious Collective, Mad Cave, Dog Tag

Episode 582 - A Secret Identity will be Revealed!

Mon, 24 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100

Has the narrative power of a secret identity been lost in modern comics? What happens when you use it in a whodunnit mystery? We ask these questions and more to Thomas Philipson and James Patricks about their fantastic superhero mystery 'The Stranger'. From the concept of a secret identity, to how that figures into their own book and also an alter-ego quiz, this week is jam packed with great comic chat that somehow contains no spoilers but a whole lot of mystery!

Great stuff to check out: The Stranger, Thomas Philipson, James Patricks, Devlin Baker, CoCo Comics, Baltimore Comic Con, Electric Chair 4, Cartoon County, Vyper: Red Shadow, Mixam, Zine Zilla, The Goblin Market, Santos Sisters, GregandFake, Floating World Comics, Realm of the Damned, Rebellion Comics, Art92 Comics, Clear Run, The Sisters Three: Gravesmore, David Hitchcock

Episode 581 - The Episode for Those Who Want to Make Comics!

Mon, 17 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100

For those who want to get a lesson in the art of making comics, this episode is the perfect place to start. Our pal Jason McNamara (The Phantom Limb, Past Tense) joins us this week to talk about his career as a teacher of comic creation! From history to writing, collaborating, printing and more are discussed and its a fascinating and essential listen for those who to explore the world of creating comics. Theres also chat about the exciting books Jason has upcoming, as well as our own recommendations of awesome comics and a bit of talk about Comics Assemble 2026!

Great stuff to check out: Jason McNamara, The Thief, Comics Assemble 2026, Epicentre Comics, Never Iron Anything, Eamonn Clarke, Mega City Book Club, The Goblin Market, Sha, Zine Zilla, Pat Mills, Mega, Clear Run, Children of the Moon, Ben Dickson, Realm of the Damned, Alec Worley, Bye Parr, Football Picture Story Monthly

Episode 580 - What was there before Hellboy?

Mon, 10 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100

Duncan Fegredo (Hellboy, Enigma) joins the ACP this week and we think you'll agree its long overdue, so we sat down to talk about his art, start in comics, infuences and of course a certain red skinned boy from hell as well. Its a wonderful and fun insight into one of comics truly awesome (and humble) talents, so don't miss it. All that and a big stack of recommendations from the small press to art books you definitely want to get your hands on. Its another belter!

Great stuff to check out: Duncan Fegredo, Hellboy, Hellboy: Giant Robot, Peter Milligan, Mike Mignola, Enigma, Crisis, Heartbreak Hotel, Mike Hadley, Ian Gibson, Sean Phillips, Green Archer Comics, Kieran Squires, Comics Assemble!, Sha, Zinezilla, Legacy: Idols and Bones, The House of Lowther, AMP Comics, Serious Head Injury Comics, Dylan Henty, Aaargh! It's War, Glass City: Tales of the City, Edison Neo, Ink Trooper, Bronze Star, Mike Baron, Pat Broderick

Episode 579 - There are Only Two Certainties in Comics...

Mon, 03 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100

Villains and Death! Lets face it, without them both comics would not be the same, and so the ACP trio get together to discuss memorable comic book deaths and their favourite villains. From classics to those you may not expect, we delve into the joy of a good villain and why we love em. It'll make you head back to your bookcases, long boxes and comic stores to read some great examples of drama and EVIL! Plus there's a great line up of indie books to check out and pre-order now - so what are you waiting for? Listen to it now!

Great stuff to check out: GI Joe, Shang Chi, Judge Dredd, Legion of Super Heroes, Mega Misfit Market, The Bard, Men of the Cloth, Hellbound Media, Sha, Pat Mills, Zine Zilla Bristol, Legacy: Idols and Bones, Commando, Liquid Night, Zack Cahill, Cliff Cumber, Identical, Leah Hayes, Fantagraphix

Episode 578 - The Colour of Blood and the Legacy of Grendel!

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100

Some comics aren't just comics, they are a study on the nature of aggression, and this week we spend some time focusing on an absolute icon of indie comics - GRENDEL. Not only that, but the brilliant Brennan Wagner joins us for a brilliant talk about working as a comic book colourist and his work Grendel over the years with his father - Matt Wagner! Its a fantastic chat about the colouring process and the work of brilliant creator. All that and some great recommendations and comics chat to boot!

Great stuff to check out: Brennan Wagner, Matt Wagner, Grendel: The Devils Crucible - Sedition, The Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Jordan Thomas, Zinezilla, Sha: Book 2, Pat Mills, Men of the Cloth, Billy Bat, The Twilight Man: Rod Serling and the Birth of Television, Degard, Kathy Irving, Centauri Games,

Episode 577 - How to Create Memorable Comic Characters!

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100

What makes a good comic book character? What makes them stand out? What comes first; the character or the story? Those are just some of the questions we answer this week as we delve into one of the most enjoyable sides of comic creation. Also there's some birthday chat, some spider-man chat and plenty of great comics and books to check out, including one by one of comics greats!

Great stuff to check out: Spider-Man, Batman, The Punisher, The Fantastic Art of Ron Turner, Comics Assemble, Sha, Pat Mills, Men of the Cloth, Hellbound Media, The Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Frank Miller: Push the Wall, Retail Park, Underg Planet Atmos: Exordium, Mad Cave Comics, Blood Force

Episode 576 - These comics are Distinctly British!

Mon, 13 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0100

This we talk about a whole lot of comics, and focus on an anthology that 'Distinctly British' in every way! From putting together different artistic voices, finding a story as you create it, conventions, teaching and more, is another Brit comic to add to your radars. All that and a whole ton of brilliant indie comics recommendations, comics and creators to add to your wishlists. All of that in under two hours? How is that possible? Well, listen and find out!

Great stuff to check out: Distinctly British Comics, Malibu Comics, Close Encounters, Matt Bunce, Comics Assemble, Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Hellbound Media, Shar, Pat Mills, Mythos Comics, Vamp, Fantagraphics, The Mess, Noah Van Sciver, Comic Book Punks, Zero Instance, Vamp, M.A.S.K.,

Episode 575 - Byrne Baby Byrne!

Mon, 06 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0100

This week we talk a bit about the work of classic comics artist and writer John Byrne, from xmen to next men and everything in between. Theres also a fun delve into a one and done spider team up book that everyone should pick up from a back issue bin, and Dan marks his return to the show by asking if we would still read comics if they were digital only. All that and a bunch of great comic recommendations, stuff to check out an also shampoo talk!

Great stuff to check out: John Byrne, Spider-Man, Red Sonja, American Nature #4, Mystic, Matt Bunce, Eamonn Clarke, Mega City Book Club, Zinezilla Arts Fair, Comics Assemble, She, Pat Mills, The Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Death Metal Duck, Black Panel Press, Justin Heggs, Cam Hayden, Corpse Knight, Terrobytes, Mad Cave Comics, Ode to Kirahito, Osamu Tezuka

Episode 574 - We Just Don't Connect with these Comics!

Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100

Its a fun one this week as we bring in an honorary amigo Kieran Squires (The Drycleaner) to talk about a raft of fun comic topics. From a big comic mart discussion, to underused heroes that deserve a spotlight to those popular creators that we just don't get, its an absolutely jam packed comics chat that guaranteed to get you jumping online to read comics or just let us know what you think!

Great stuff to check out: Kieran Squires, London Comic Mart, Kellys Comic Fair, Mega City Book Club, Inkblot Festival, Three Planes, Roger Mason, The Mice, Commando, The Cannibals, Field Mouse Press, Noir City Murders, Green Archer Comics, The Saint, Rebellion, ABC Warriors, Rising Stars, J Michael Straszinski, Rising Stars: Visitations, Vanguard, Dan Butcher, XMen: Elsewhen, Periodical, Durin, Rachael Ball

Episode 573 - Making Comics is an Odyssey!

Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100

Sometimes you just have to go back to the classics, and there's none more classic than Homers Odyssey! So this week we chat to Neil Roche and Laurence Alison about gods, myths and translating epic journeys to the comics page. From the challenges of adapting ancient text, to the wonderful artwork of Vu Danh its a wonderful discussion about yet more brilliant indie comics and creators. All that and great recommendations, international comic shop chat, local comic fairs and as always... great indie comics talk!

Great stuff to check out: Odysseus: In Defiance of the Gods,Neil Roche, Laurence Alison, Vu Danh, Psy Comics, Killing Moon, Killing Moon Rises, Warfighter, Warwick Fraser Coombe, Hartwood, Comics Assemble, The Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Zinezilla, Shar, The Saint Meets the Tiger, See You in Hell, M.A.S.K., Yours Truly, Johnny Dollar, Creepy presents Richard Corben

Episode 572 - Talking Shi and the Art of War!

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100

Another classic creator of indie comics joins us this week as the one and only Billy Tucci, creator of the 'Shi', takes a moment away from the floor of Heroes Con to talk about his work, character and a new omnibus. Its a fun (and funny) chat that will leave you wanting more, as will the great comics recommendations we have and a fun Wizard quiz about what they considered to be the greatest superhero costumes OF ALL TIME in 1997. Its another don't miss dose of indie comics and then some!

Great stuff to check out: Billy Tucci, She, She: Senryaku, Sgt Rock, Vanguard, John Wagner, Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Zinezilla, Super Kaiju Rock and Roll Funtime Derby Go, American Nature #4, M1: Monster Racing League, Slugboy, Paul Kortjohn, Black Ink Comix

Episode 571 - Talking About the Saint of Comics!

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:00:00 +0100

A classic adventuring rogue returns to the pages of comics this week, as Simon Templar aka 'The Saint' returns. To talk about the character, the pulpy origins and its new modernisation are the Green Archer Comics crew and Simon Russell. From the origins of the character, its Public Domain details and the collaboration from all sides of the creative endeavour, its another fascinating look into the world of indie comics. All that and more great indie comics to check out, you'd be mad to miss it!

Great stuff to check out: The Saint, The Saint Kickstarter, Meet the Tiger, Green Archer Comics, Mike Grell, Allan Liska, Benn Liska, Simon Russell, Noggin the Nog, Solomon Kane, Red Devil KS, Black Ink Comix, Comics Assemble, Super Kaiju Rock and Roll Derby Funtime Go, The Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Escape, Image Comics, Murder Mouse, Razzberry, Red Sea Comics, Blood Type V,Ace: Every Dog Has Its Day, Chris Askam

Episode 570 - Hot Comics and even Hotter Talk!

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:10:00 +0100

Get yourself a cold one and sit back with us as the three amigos as we discuss some hot topics and ask some hard questions, all in the name of loving comics! Expect chat about free pull lists, small press comic values and attributes that could prove dangerous for creators. Its another classic awesome comics talk session and then some!

Great stuff to check out: Hard Travelling Heroes, Absolute Green Arrow, The Longbow Hunters, The Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Jordan Thomas, Super Kaiju Funtime Derby Go, Comics Assemble, Grixly, Nate McDonna, Death Wish, Barrie Tomlinson, Vanyo, The Guys, Rich Carrington, Brian Dawson, Hardline Comics, Maryboys: All Stitched Up

Episode 569 - Crafting Big Action Indie Comics!

Mon, 25 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100

This week we travel to a world of giant mechs, complicated person arcs, story twists and epic non stop action. That world is the backdrop of Sokyo X, and we were lucky enough to chat to its creator Cory Tran about the series. We talk action, pacing, narrative, character development, world building and delve into being introspective about the comics you make. Its a conversation not to missed, with lots of recommends along the way, brilliant indie comics and creators to check out and a good chunk of GUYVER TALK!

Great stuff to check out: Sokyo X, Cory Tran, Planetland Comics, Matthew Schofield, Manben, Watchmen, Guyver, Glass City, Super Kaiju Rock and Roll Derby Fun Time Go, Gods and Monster of Headgrave, After the Remnants, Keiron Squires, Comics Assemble, Edison Neo, Ink Trooper, Death Fight Forever, Exciting Comics, The Guyver, Antarctic Press, Larry Styles, The Santos Sisters, American Nature, Tower Dreams, Richard Starzecki, Tigress Island, Death Fight Forever, Andrew Maclean, Biomeca, Faces of War, Sector 13, Peter Duncan, Biomeca

Episode 568 - Finding Comfort in Comics!

Mon, 18 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100

It's an EPIC one this week as the pod trio sit back in the ACP towers and talk about a number of topics, especially the grand topic of 'what are our comfort comics?'. Expect some unexpected picks from that and also some in-depth conversation about some Absolute Green Arrow and the crackdown of NSFW content on Kickstarter and what that means for comic creators. Also there's loads of shout outs, recommendations and of course plenty of awesome comics talk!

Great stuff to check out: Kickstarter, Absolute Green Arrow, Absolute DC, Marvel, Erik Larsen, Spider-Man, Micronauts, Conan, John Byrne, XMen, Box Office Poison, Alex Robinson, Tomb of Dracula, Punisher Born, Calvin and Hobbes, Peanuts, Bone, Warlord, Omega, Curt Swan, Superman, AJ Dungo, In Waves, Hal Weaver, Ian Ashcroft, Cartoon County, Macc Pow!, Brighton Spring Market, The Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Keiron Squires, Edison Neo, Ink Trooper, Panopticon, Steve Newbold, Hugh Newell, Lizzie Parsec, Scar Tissue, Steven Fox, Short Stop, Bubbles, Viz 356, Mad Cave Comics, Dog Tag, PJ Holden, Gareth Hopkins

Episode 567 - 50 Years of Hunt Emerson Comics!

Sun, 10 May 2026 19:12:00 +0100

As an indie and small press show, its only fitting that this week we talk to one of the great of UK underground comics, and all round legend of the scene Hunt Emerson! From his new retrospective collection '50 Years of Big Noses' currently being crowdfunded, to his cartoonist beginnings, work in adult magazines, Fortean Times, Beano, how long he spends in stationary shops and why he doesn't consider himself to be an artist! As you can read, its another chat not to be missed. Plus there's discussion on disappointing kickstarter comics, the risk of alienating new readers and another slate of great indie books to check out!

Great stuff to check out: Hunt Emerson, 50 Years of Big Noses, Zoop, Firkin the Cat, Mad Magazine, Steve Bell, Kevin O'Neill, Gerald Scarf, Fortean Times, Guy D'Lille, Resident Alien, The American lady, Bronze Star, Mike Baron, London Comic Mart, Lawless Comic Con, Comics Assemble, The Guys #8, Suburban Antichrist #3, Dan Hughes, Lizzie Parsec

Episode 566 - Do I Look Like a Joke to You?

Mon, 04 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100

What makes a comic funny? What should you think about when crafting a humour comic? What on earth would you think if you met a man with a steamroller for a head? Are face huggers friendly? Well those questions and more get answered this week as we are joined once again by friend of the show and creator of 'Steamroller Man' Matthew Schofield. Its another fascinating discussion about our favourite medium, with a whole load more fantastic comics to check out in the week ahead too!

Great stuff to check out: Matthew Schofield, Steamroller Man, HATE!, Peter Bagg, Four Cartoonists, Never Iron Anything Podcast, Comics Assemble!, Lawless Comic Con, Warbird, Bad Idea Comics, Action: The Sevenpenny Nightmare, Skating Wilder, AJ Dungo, Brandon Dumais, Flying Eye Books, Stillman, Narco, Doug Wagner, Daniel Hilyard, End of Life, Kyle Starks, Vertigo, Steve Pugh

Episode 565 - What do you do when The Machine is Broken?

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100

After appearing in the recommendation of last weeks show, 'The Machine is Broken' gets the spotlight even more as its creator Jared Sarnie joins us this week to talk about his work, influences, working with a publisher and the topic of handling a sensitive subject in a different and interesting way. Its a great discussion that will introduce you to another great small press comics voice to watch out for! Plus there's great indie comics recommendations, events and kickstarters to add to your lists and a moment to reflect on the legacy of the late, great Barrie Tomlinson.

WARNING: This episode contains the topics of Voluntary Euthanasia and Suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

Great stuff to check out: The Machine is Broken, Jared Sarnie, Fieldmouse Press, Emily Norris, Dear Mini, Fantagraphics, David Mack, Daredevil, Tales From the City Volume 1, Bridlington Comic Con, South London Zine Fair, The Saint, Mike Grell, Simon Russell, Green Archer Comics, Comics Assemble, Lawless Comic Con, The Guys, The Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Barry Tomlinson, Florida Hippopotamus Cocaine Massacre, Mad Cave Comics, Mort, The Krater of Tenebrosus, The Hunter, Dakota Alexander, The Punisher Presents: Barracuda

Episode 564 - What Format is best for Comics?

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100

Big comic, little comic or webcomic? Whats best for you? Well we talk about that and more this week, and joining us is the creator of 'Republik', Jay Horner. The conversation flies From his own work, reading recommendations and what its like working with our very own Dan Butcher. All that and TONS of comics to check out, thought provoking discussion as well as a question about biscuits? This one has it all!

Great stuff to check out: Jay Horner, On the Mend, Slam Comics, Nigel Kitching, Sonic the Comic, Hellbreaker, Pat Mills, Ian Ashcroft, American Vampire, Vertigo, The Stranger, James Patricks, Devlin Baker, Hope Town Comic Con, Cursed Earth, Judge Dredd, Mike McMahon, Tales From the City, Dave Cranna, Glass City, Bridlington Comic Con, The Growing Rod, The Guys, Hardline Comics, DMR, Keiron Squires, The Gods and Monsters of Headgrave, Comics Assemble, Lawless Comic Con, Colder, Dark Horse Comics, The Machine is Broken, Jared Sarnie, Adam Falp, Smoking Bedroom #2

Episode 563 - Going in Blind... and Bagged!

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100

This week the three amigos hang out in ACP Towers and talk about buying comics sight unseen because of creators and the new 'hotness' in comics that is Blind Bags! There is a live opening of an issue 1, in depth discussion about comic book PR, fantastic comic book recommendations AND a great interview with Su Haddrell of Lawless Comic Con about this years great upcoming event!

Great stuff to check out: Matt Wagner, Daniel Warren Johnson, Doug Wagner, Daniel Hilyard, Bill Willingham, Garth Ennis, Frank Cho, Mike Grell, Pat Mills, Robert Kirkman, Daredevil, Bridlington Comic Con, Jonny Cannon, DMR, Keiron Squires Smile 58, Comics Assemble, Tribute Press, Boo Rudetoons, Big Guns, Gorehaus, Ink Trooper, Edison Neo, Otherkin, Friend of the Devil, Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips, G.I.Joe, The Never Iron Anything Podcast

Episode 562 - When is it a good time to Scratch?

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 10:00:00 +0100

This week we talk to all round comics entrepreneur and champion of comics Shane Chebsey to talk about his own publishing endeavours, stories and the exciting new indie comic show Comics Assemble! We talk about running comics events, professionalism, getting your books into comic book stores and lots of great and positive comics chat. We also discuss a particular facsimilie comic, some upcoming comic marts and as always loads of indie comics to add to your pull lists!

Great stuff to check out: Shane Chesbey, Scratch Comics, Comics Assemble, Jim Zub, John Wagner, Howard Chaykin, Spearpoint, Cowboys vs Aliens, John McCrae, Hedrek, David Hitchcock, Damien Edmondson, Claudia Christian, Dark Legacies, Gorehaus, Mary Boys, The Conjureman Dies, The Perfect Collection, Kieron Squires, Dan Charnley, Ablaze Comics, Gung-Ho, Amazing Spider-Man Bootleg, Nate McDonna, Distant Flame, Lane Milburn

Episode 561 - Storytelling, Spies and Mental Health!

Mon, 30 Mar 2026 18:23:19 +0100

This week we had a chance tot talk to Nick Goode about his writing and his brilliant comic 'SUSSEX', about the traumatic experiences of a spy in WWII. Its a wonderful conversation about storytelling, collaboration, historical fiction and adapting your own mental health experiences into fictional worlds. Its also an awesome book more people need to check out so be sure to add that and the other books we talk about onto your read piles. Speaking of comics to read, Tony came back from Vegas with a whole bunch of them so check out his Vegas comic shop report as well!

Great stuff to check out: Sussex,Nick Goode, Red Cape Comics, Torpedo Comics, Cosmic Comics, Alternate Reality Comics, The Perfection Collection, DMR, Kieran Squires, Honor and Curse: Eternal, Mad Cave Comics, Globalcomix, Kat Chapman, Cartoon County, Lawless Comic Con 2026, Wesley Griffith, The Jump

Episode 560 - Gary Groth talks 50 Years of Fantagraphics!

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000

In 2026 one of the champions of comics publishing, the mighty Fantagraphics, celebrates 50 years of publishing and who better to talk about the past, present and future with us than Gary Groth himself! From the Comics Journal days to the latest slate of books dropping this year, to the exciting small press arm of FG known as Fantagraphics Underground, its a great chat about the wonderful world of independent comic books. All that and plenty of wonderful titles to add to your wishlists, pull lists and shopping lists as well. It's another cracker of an episode not to be missed!

Great stuff to check out: Fantagraphics, Fantagraphics Underground, The Comics Journal, Sam Keith, Chris Askham, The Conjuring Man Dies, Green Archer Comics, The Perfect Collection: Perfect 10, DRM, D'Orc, Brett Bean, Blambot, Stephen Collins, The Jigsaw Review #2, Chatterbox, Battle Beast #7, Ryan Ottley, Transformers, Firepower, Robert Kirkman

Episode 559 - Breaking the Grid with Jesse Lonergan!

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000

This week we're joined by breakout comics creator Jesse Lonergan (Drome) to talk about all things artwork, comics narrative, influences, artistic process and what its like being a ten year overnight success. From the epic and thought provoking nature of his work, to the cool visual language that YOU CAN ONLY DO IN COMICS, its a conversation you don't want to miss. All that and talk of exciting future trips to comic book stores, great indie recommendations, skateboarding culture and great events to put in your diaries. We really do spoil you!

Great stuff to check out: Jesse Lonergan, Drome, Hedro, Mans Best, Planet Paradise, We Ride at Night, Planet Paradise, Inkblot Festival, The Earth2 Podcast, Macc Pow!, Yo! Comics, The Perfect Collection, DMR, The Press Guardian, Lawless Con 2026, Skating Wilder, AJ Dungo, Flying Eye, Shokwave #7, Tigress Island, EPHK,

Episode 558 - Can you Weaponise Nostalgia?

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Step back into the time machine this week as we talk about the glory days of weeklies comics and the IPs that inspired an entire generation of creators. Joining us is Ian Matthews (Razarhawk, Truck Mutts) who has stepped into the world of all ages cartoons with his own book Truck Mutts! From the stories that we'd take control of, to great recommendations of all kinds and a cheeky Viz quiz thanks to some cheapo top trumps!

Great stuff to check out: Ian Matthews, Truck Mutts, Inhumanoids, The Getalong Gang, Visionaries, Scanners, Thundercats, Transformers, GI Joe, Comic Assemble 2026, DMR: Before Oblivion, Mystic the Megagician, Monster Bomb Art, Essential, The Perfect Collection, Clear Run 3, Santos Sisters 10, American Nature, Action, Narco, Banana Man, Bootleg Spider Man, Mardi Keen, Drone, Jesse Lonergan

Episode 557 - Is this the Galaxies Greatest Comic?

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 10:00:00 +0000

This week we do something that we've never done before on the ACP. We read, rate and talk in-depth about the latest issue of 2000AD! Does it hook in new readers? Are the stories killer? Is Judge Dredd still a badass? Is it worth checking out? All this and more get discussed, as well as an insight into comic marts, laser pointers, shenanigans and as always tons of great indie comics to check out!

Great stuff to check out: Newport Comic Fair, 2000Ad, Judge Dredd, Zine Tales, Jonny Cannon, Adam Falp, Sussex, Nick Goode, Matt Bunce, Mystic the Megagician, Yo! Comics Con, Green Archer Comics, Lemonade, Ash Comics, Ghosted, Skybound, The Punisher, The Lights of Niteroi, Fantagraphics, Champ

Episode 556 - The Three Amigos Decompress Themselves Again!

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

This week in the ACP Towers the three pod hosts step up to talk about all things comics like only they can. We talk about the value of online 'how to make comics' courses, decompression storytelling, the return of Vertigo comics and our particular fave superhero artists. All that and great recommendations and the introduction of something called the spicy doctor!

Great stuff to check out: Vertigo, DC, Preacher, Robert Kirkman, Erik Larsen, Savage Dragon, Popeye, Judge Dredd, Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, Jack Kirby, Smoking Bedroom, Adam Falp, Yo Comic Con, Richard Sheaf, The Getalong Gang, Inkblot Comic Con, Lawless Comic Con, Dirty Panties, Maybelline Skvortzoff, Its the Friends We Made Along the Way, Under the Floorboards 2, Gunpowder Prophets 5, Mad Cave Comics

Episode 555 - The Extreme Sport of Long Box Diving!

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

This week we're talking about the fine art of delving into comic long boxes, finding forgotten gems, flipping books and then chronicling the odd, wild ride of it all - and who better than the creator of 'Grixly', the one and only Nate McDonough! From filling backpacks to using a spare room for stock and also the great journey in his own slice of life comics, its a fascinating discussion into another side of comics not talked about too often. All that and talk of bootleg comics, Transformers, Marvel UK and saucy comics with little to no substance. Thats right listeners, expect another corker of an episode again!

Great stuff to check out: Nate McDonough, Grixly Comics, Long Boxes, 2001, The Eternals, Copacetic Comics, American Nature, The Santos Sisters, Adam Falp, Smoking Bedrooms, The Mary Boys: All Stitched Up, Legacy: Idols and Bones, Britformers, Proper Comics, Blood and Thunder, The Cosplayer that Doomed the Earth, Dan Harris, Adventures of Tintin: Breaking Free, Nerve

Episode 554 - Comics, Drugs and Rock and Roll!

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Steve Lafler is a veteran indie and underground comics with a fantastic catalogue of books, and with another two books releasing in 2026 we had a good fortune to chat to him about those, his work process, influences and career from student comic strips to original graphic novels. Its a wonderful look into the world of a cartooning greats. Along with that there's great comic books to check out in the weeks ahead and add to your growing wishlists!

Great stuff to check out: Steve Lafler, Crazy for You, Nikki and Ramona, Paul Theroux, Fantagraphics Books, Aluminum Foil, Dogboy, Mean Cat, Death Plays a Mean Harmonica, Roger Crumb, Weirdo Magazine, Dave Sim, Cerebus, J R Williams, Mary Fleener, 1956, Bughouse, Ice Cream Expo, Mission Comics, Permanent Damage, Earth 2 Podcast, Adam Falp, Smoking Bedroom, Mary Boys, Blam and Glam, Britformers, Yo! Comics Con, Legacy: Idols and Bones, Lawless Comic Con 2026, Jay Horner, Republic, Broken Lenses, Richard Starzecki, Catrinas Caravan, Chispa Comics, Junji Ito, Deserter, The Hunger and the Dusk, IDW, Absolute Wonder Woman, Beetlemoses

Episode 553 - Going to The Pass with Katriona Chapman

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000

This week one of our fave creators Katriona Chapman (Follow Me In, Breakwater) joins us to talk about the creation of her new book 'The Pass', out now from Fantagraphix! From subtle character work, colour and artwork process, working with a bigger publisher and even more. Its a fascinating insight into one of the books of the year, and not only that but even more great indie comic recommendations and a shocking revelation about cream teas that leaves the podcast forever changed!

Great stuff to check out: Katriona Chapman, The Pass, Breakwater, Katzine, Follow Me In, Avery Hill Publishing, Lizzie Stewart, Hate!, Gareth Brookes, Comic Mart, Perrishers, Yo! Comics, Lawless Comic Con, Hawk and Cleaver, Our Monsters, Bent Box Comics, House Proud, Rory Donald, Simon Birks, Blue Fox Comics, The Whisper War, Marc Guggenheim, Comixology, Aquabarian

Episode 552 - Do Comics Turn You On or Off?

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

What draws you to comics and what would stop you from picking them up? Thats what we at the ACP tackle this week, and joined by the legend behind ACP Recommends, Craig Shields. Its a drive into structure, storytelling, PR and so many more levels of the artwork that we call comics. Theres also talk about whether a particular kind of scene could work in comics, great indie recommendations and another trip to see the Wizard, this time from 1997!

Great stuff to check out: Legacy: ACP Recommends, David Barros, Wizard Magazine, Clear Line, Cartoon County, Clear Run 3, Art Nine Two, Under the Floorboards Vol.2, Pantheon, For the Record, David Robertson, Fred Egg Comics, The Deviant,James Tynion IV, Joshua Hixon, Ocular Combustion, Minor Arcana, Boom! Comics, Jeff Lemire

Episode 551 - Capes... What Are They Good For?

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

Capes go under the microscope this week, and what a legacy we talk about, as Gary Seaward joins us to talk about his subversive superhero series 'Legacy: Idols and Bones'. From playing with stereotype to writing stories that have consequences, the conversation goes everywhere... as it should when those involved are lifelong superhero fans. Theres also fantastic comic recommendations, tons of small press comic chatter and a talk about Artist Edition books that both provoke emotion and inspiration.

Great stuff to check out: Legacy: Idols and Bones, Gary Seaward, Secret Identity Comics, Clear Run 3, Art Nine Two, Yo! Comics, The Press Guardian 3, Green Archer Comics, The Boys, Jason Pearsons Body Bags - Artist Edition, 12 Gauge Comics, Crazy For you, Steve Lafler, Paul Therioux, Was That Normal?, Alex Potts, Predator/TMNT, Zak Cahill, Life Drawing, Jaime Hernadez, It Killed Everyone But Me, Mad Cave Comics

Episode 550 - Pancakes, Butter and Crumbs!

Mon, 12 Jan 2026 18:18:42 +0000

Buckle up listeners because this week the ACP heads into the wild west that is the comics of Dylan Henty! The chat goes from influences, comedy, artwork processes, publishing and some amazing character names you need to hear to believe! All that and tons of comic book, recommends, a potential book of the year candidate and lots and LOTS of stationary talk. For those who like a pen. We salute you!

Great stuff to check out: Dylan Henty, Modern Living, Little Book of Self Abuse, Squareface, Paul Kortjohn, Lesley Wenlock, Black Ink Comix, Maladaptive Press, Robert Crumb, Richard Sala, Ralph Steadman, Sam Larsen, DUI4, Legacy: Idols and Bones, The Pass, Katriona Chapman, LCS, Part Time Comix, The Britformers, Cardiff Comics

Episode 549 - Is 2026 Going to Be a Big Year for Comics?

Mon, 05 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0000

The new year is upon us and this week we look at what we would like to see in 2026 in the world of comics. Plus comic making resolutions from the pod hosts, listeners and lots of great comics community folks. Plus there's banter about great indie comic recommendations, expiry dates, hats and more!

Great stuff to check out: Absolute Batman, Daredevil: Cold Day in Hell, Zak Cahill, DUI4, The Cartoon Museum, Keiron Squires, Lawless Comic Con, Film and Television Thoughts and Notes, Ben Wheatley, Ferocious, Mad Cave Comics, Incorporated, Lords on the Piss, Saint Malo, Creative Mussell Productions

Episode 548 - The Awesome Comics of 2025: A Retrospective

Mon, 29 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

2025 was quite the year wasn't it? What comics, moments and publishers were the highlights of 2025 for the Awesome Comics Podcast? Listen along, find out and join the ACP for what's to come in the new year!

LISTEN TO THE SHOW TO FIND OUT OUR 2025 HIGHLIGHTS! Also check out When We Were Trekkies, Neon Ghost, Wise Acre Comics, The Diary of the Stray Dogs, Harpy, Living the Line Comics, Gunpowder Prophets, Mad Cave Comics, Death Dog #2, Ahoy Comics

Episode 547 - A Web Slinging Christmas Jolly!

Mon, 22 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Its a jolly old time in Awesome HQ as the gang do their yearly Christmas comic read along, and who better to spend this time of year with than everyones favourite web-slinger! There is a lot of Spider-Man chat, from the wonderful issue to fave artists and villains, and lots of festive cheer and comic talk. It's also very immature and crude so Merry Christmas ya filthy animals!

Great stuff to check out: Amazing Spider-Man 166, DUI #4, The Cartoon Museum, Craig Shields, ACP Recommends, Lawless Comic Con 2026, ACP Gear, Yo Comics, Corporate Skull, Jamie Smart, The Devil of Pine 16, Tuumen, Galaxy Grappling Alliance, Damien Edmondson, ArtNineTwo, Monkey Witness, Zak Cahill

Episode 546 - Small Press Creators vs Imposter Syndrome!

Mon, 15 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

This week friend of the show and brilliant creator Matthew Schofield (Steamroller Man) joins the ACP gang to talk about creating comics in 2025. From his great substance and awesome comic series to a revealing and honest look at being self critical on your own work. For anyone creative this is essential listening and also fun if you used to used Wizard magazine back in the day! I mean, who doesn't want to know who was the sexiest between 1992 and 2002 in the world of comics?

Great stuff to check out: Matthew Schofield, Steamroller Man, DUI4, Slam Comics, Drink and Draw, Alan Liska, Green Archer Comics, Yo Comics! The Stranger, Gorehaus #2, Medieval, Comixology Originals, Fatale, Ed Brubaker, Sean Phillips, Thunder Head, Wes Craig, Lethal Comics, Karl Kerschel, Fox Fish and Other Tales, Mike Sedaka

Episode 545 - Awesome Comic Christmas Gifts!

Mon, 08 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

What do you get for the potential comic lover in your life when it comes to Christmas gifts? Well Andy from Secret Identity Comics in Chester joins the gang to discuss what its like behind the tills in a comic chop during the festive season, comics that are selling like gang busters, titles that are going under the radar and what you should be checking out. Also there's another round of case studies that offer up great comic chat and discussion when it comes to shopping for comics!

Great stuff to check out: Secret Identity Comics, Absolute Batman, Hellboy: BPRD, Flake, Matt Dooley, Saga, Image Comics, Love and Rockets, Animal Pound, Persepolis, Kent State, Bone, Hilda, Save Now, Bone Parish, Cabbalistics, Richard Scarry, Stray Dogs,Ultimate Spiderman, Beneath the Trees Where the No One Sees, ACP Drink and Draw, Dan Charnley, Dans Monsters, Shallow Press, The Stranger, Flops Comics, Boo Rudetoons, Yo! Comics Fair 2026, Lawless Comic Con 2026, Underground Comics, Ghoul Butcher, Devils Luck, Comixology Originals, The Gullet Magazine

Episode 544 - Robots, Gods, Monsters and the Worlds of Pye Parr!

Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The ACP goes from grim darkness to hyper neon futuristic when the gang talks to artist Pye Parr (Petrol Head, Realm of the Damned)! From his graphic design origins to working on a black metal graphic novel, the importance of good collaboration, technical drawing, influences and how he came to a guest artist on The New Gods. The gang also discuss page rates, prepping kickstarters, throw each other under the bus and of course recommend a whole bunch of great comics and creators to check out this week.

Great stuff to check out: Pye Parr, Petrol Head, Realm of the Damned, Alec Worley, Rob Williams, The New Gods, Consenting Adults, Luke Michael Copsey, DUI4, Simon Russell, Zack Cahill, Hellbreaker, Ian Ashcroft, Pat Mills, Vyper: Red Shadow, Illustrators Fair, Birthmark Girl, Timestop: Ugly Old Man, Paul Ashley Brown, Browner Knowle, Sean Azzopardi, Lifes a Party: Then There Was Time?,

Episode 543 - Drawn Under the Influence!

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000

This week the ACP goes under the influence of comics once again, as the epic new charity anthology DUI returns. Who better to discuss the book than Simon Russell, who has taken on the task if editing the book. From the good cause its raising money for, to editing, graphic design, artistic influences and what the anthology genre is like for new creators. Theres plenty of laughs, a ton of great artistic chat and more names, books and good causes to add to your lists!

Great stuff to check out: Drawn Under the Influence, Simon Russell, The Cartoon Museum, Aces Weekly, Phillip K Dick, Jay Pictor, Chris Greary, Sarah Harris, Hellbreaker, Mega City Book Club, Never Iron Anything, Comic Book Legal Defense Fund, The Comics Cultural Impact Collective, Cartoon County, Panel Borders, Annihilator, Switchblade Stories, Chris Askham, Birthmark Girl, L.C.S., Part Time Comix, Hannah Berry, Nexus, Battle Beast

Episode 542 - Time to Go to Hell and Back!

Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The ACP goes to hell itself this week to celebrate the kickoff for Hellbreaker: Fire in the Blood. To talk about the new book is the artist Ian Ashcroft, editor Lisa Mills and the one and only Pat Mills! Together they discuss their version of hell, creating an iconic and handsome hero, designs, heroes, villains, real life monsters and more. Its well worth checking out, and not only that there's plenty of brilliant comics to add to your pull lists and plenty of laughs - so time to get a daiquiri!

Great stuff to check out: Hellbreaker, Pat Mills, Ian Ashcroft, Spacewarp, Dantes Inferno, Hari Red, George McDonald, The 77, Ken Reynolds, James Bond, Psychonaut Presents, Maladaptive Press, Squareface Diaries, GI Joe, Vyper: Red Shadow, Killtopia: Phantoms, Lawless Comic Con 2026,

Episode 541 - Revolutions, Rebels and Anti-Establishment Comics!

Mon, 10 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The ACP discuss fighting the system this week, and those characters, stories and narratives that have filled the pages of comics that focus on that. Its a wide and varied discussion about establishments, movements, what it is to be a rebel and how comics have portrayed these stories over the years. Theres also discussion about filing your comics, the fall of Funko and a stupid ranking of Predator movies. Check it out and add more comics to your wishlists today!

Great stuff to check out: CLZ, Hellbreaker, Pat Mills, Ian Ashcroft, Stupid Sketch Book, Haunt, DUI4, Jay Pictor, Killtopia Phantoms, Dave Cook, Blood Force, Vyper: Red Shadow, The Wilder, Running Ground Studios, The Beehive X: Botfly, Ross Radke, Dogs of War, Nathan Fox, Afterlight Comics, Diva Satanika, Psychic Sam, Mark Millar, John Romita Jr, Side Hustle Comics

Episode 540 - Comics are a Religious Experience!

Mon, 03 Nov 2025 10:00:00 +0000

This week the ACP take on the gods themselves... in comics that is! From pantheons, mythologies, beliefs and the view of superheroes, its a fascinating look at a vast subject. Joining the trio this week is Sam Hardacre (Splorers) who also catches everyone up on his own prolific comic journey and recommend stuff you should be reading in the future!

Great stuff to check out: Hellbreaker, Pat Mills, Ian Ashcroft, Ken Reynolds, Vyper: Red Shadow, Killtopia: Phantoms, Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees, Big Shoulders, Robowolf, Jake Smith, Dead Gremlin Comix, Three Point Perspective, Otherkin, Mahoneys, Hardline Comics, Junked, Black Ink Comix, X-O Manowar, Alien Books, The Strange Tales of Oscar Zahn

Episode 539 - Halloween Horror Special 2025!

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000

Its the spooky time of year and the ACP look to the creepier side of comics for the Halloween Special! Theres a discussion on a new Manga book with spooky happenings, a horror comic trivia quiz, chat about what's going on in indie horror and more. Plus there's a Wiz Quiz there will get your head scratching, laughs, great recommendations and plenty of indie names to check out in the future!

Great stuff to check out: Girl Who Raised the Dead, Living the Line Books, Baltimore Comic Con 2025, Shopcomicbooks.com,Hellbreaker, Pat Mills, Ian Ashcroft, MCM London Comic Con, DUI #4, Rich Carrington, Mahoneys, Vermly Keep, Comicscene Yearbook, Grim Scary Tales, Vyper Red Shadow, Gina Wynbrandt, Somebody Please Have Sex with Me, Alien:Thaw, Boo Rudetoons, Nightvision: Mini, Emerald Valley Presents, We Ride at Night, Jesse Lonergan

Intro Music - The Munsters Theme by Jack Marshall

Episode 538 - Scary Black Forests, Turnips and Aliens!

Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0100

October is the time for the supernatural, and this year the horror anthology 'Black Forests' has arrived to scare you with its chilling comic tales. To get more info on this pod favourite Peter Hogan (Resident Alien) joins the gang to talk about creating this new anthology and what its like writing horror short stories. Theres also plenty of talk about the Dark Horse series 'Resident Alien', what he learned from Alan Moore and what helps him write his awesome comic books. All that and a lil bit of Tony before Dan and Vince take over to tell you about some brilliant comics to add to your pull lists!

Great stuff to check out: Peter Hogan, Black Forests, Scratch Comics, Resident Alien, Dark Horse Comics, Revolver Magazine, 2000AD, Steve Parkhouse, Glen Fabry, Mark Stafford, Rapha Labosco, Matt Soffe, Robin Jones, Baltimore Comic Con, Stan Sakai, Comicscene Yearbook, Grim Scary Tales, TBH Comics, Never Iron Anything, Battle Beast, Skybound, Transformers, G.I.Joe, M.A.S.K., Fragments of Horror, Junji Ito

Episode 537 - Goblins are Selling Comics in 2025!

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Small Press Comic and Zine Fairs are the lifeblood of the community, and this year it gets a new dose of awesomeness with The Goblin Market Comics and Zine Fair! taking place in South London and loaded with brilliant talent, great people and COMICS! Co-organisers Hannah Lee Miller and Mo Morell join the ACP gang this week to talk about the event, its future, the things you'll see on the day and of course GOBLINS! All that and talk of brilliant books to check out, events to put in your diaries and even a little mention of George and Zippy from Rainbow!

Great stuff to check out: The Goblin Market Comics and Zine Fair 2025, Hannah Lee Miller, Mo Morrell, Collosive Press, Gosh Comics, Inkblot! Comic Festival, Cartoon County Market, Peter Hogan, Black Forests, Never Iron Anything, Grim Scary Tales, Hellbreaker, Pat Mills, Ian Ashcroft, Ken Reynolds, Exorcism Island, Jordan Thomas, Chris Matthews, Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees, Patrick Horvath, IDW, Freinen, Marvel Knights: The Punisher, Jimmy Palmiotti, Dan Panosian, Zine Tales, Black Ink Comix

Episode 536 - Being the Center of Attention!

Mon, 06 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Are you ready to get personal? Well the ACP are, and it doesn't get more personal or hilarious, than with the comics fo Gina Wynbrandt, so the crew get together with her to talk about her work. Together they talk about comics topics ranging from self-deprecation, wanting to be famous, artistic methods and influences to baseball and comics in Riga. The trio also talk about recent Globalcomix news, new books to check out and even have a little sing song!

Great stuff to check out: Gina Wynbrandt, You're the Center of Attention, Please Have Sex With Me, Let the Healing Begin, Amy Lockhart, Chester Brown, SPX, Cake, The Millionaires Club, American Nature #3, TBH Comics, Grim Scary Tales, My Gorilla Family, Living the Line Books, Sussex, Truck Mutts, Ian Matthews, Comixology Originals, Medieval

Episode 535 - Blood, Blades and Building Fantasy Worlds!

Mon, 29 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Sometimes a fantasy comic appears, hits the ground running and blow your minds with a gauntleted fist, and 'Godhark' was a book that did that. So this week the ACP crew sat down with its creator Sean Manaloto to talk about the creation of the book, his artwork, influences, epic storytelling and the pure love of the comics medium. From talking about creating during a pandemic, collaborating with your partner, heavy metal, video games and the comics scene in the Philippines, its another awesome conversation with a creator everyone should look out for. All that and a bunch of brilliant comics to check out, a discussion about the joy of good comics and an insight into the comics scene in Riga!

Great stuff to check out: Godhark, Sean Manaloto, Komiket, Gumroad, Hal Weaver, cus comics, London Comic Mart, Baltimore Comic Con, Western Noir Tales, American Nature 3, The Santos Sisters, DUI#4, Cabrisini and Geek Girl, Mahoneys, Worry Wart, Nick Bryan, Lane Lloyd, Grim Scary Tales: Echoes of the Damned, You're the Centre of Attention, Gina Wynbrandt, Black Demon Tales: Mechanika, The Phantom, Mad Cave Comics, Skinbreaker, David Finch, Robert Kirkman, The Shadow Planet, Image Comics

Episode 534 - Talking Indie Comic Festivals and INKBLOT!

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Indie Comic Festivals are something to champion, and this week the gang talk to Tom Wilson about the next great UK comics show, the Inkblot Comic Festival happening in October! From its inception, growth, emphasis on ACTUAL COMICS and its debut anthology launching soon, its a real indie scene comics love-fest in true ACP fashion. Also there's more fantastic (and spooky) recommendations, a lot of laughs and maybe even a Pop Tart* or two!

*Other confectionary snacks are available, or not... which Dan is a bit upset about.

Great stuff to check out: Inkblot Festival, Inkblot Anthology: Vol 1, Tom Wilson, Luke Copsey, Craig Shields, ACP Recommends, The Eleven O'Clock Comics Podcast, Worry Wart, Nick Bryan, Lane Lloyd, Mahoneys, Caprisini and Geek Girl, Empire of the Saurion: The Coming of the Warlords, Buried Long Long Ago, Mad Cave Comics, Fist of the North Star, The Punisher, Ignition Press, Cullen Bunn, Deluge

Episode 533 - Filth, Forums and Fan Favourites!

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Conventions, Comic Book making forums and FILTH, that's what this weeks show is all about! Well, more specifically the new Kickstarter 'After Dark' initiative, which kicks off a discussion about 'adult' material in comics. From there the gang talk about tabling at modern comic conventions, and the motivations for doing so, and also the usefulness of online forums for comic book creators. To make it even better, the brilliant Zack Cahill (Omega Black) joins the gang to discuss all of this AND recommend some ace comics to everyone as well!

Great stuff to check out: Zack Cahill, Omega Black, Eleven O Clock Comics, Strangers, Baltimore Comic Con, A Boner Darkly, Never Iron Anything, Worry Wart, Nick Bryan, Lane Lloyd, Mahoneys #8, The Green Archer, The Cosplayer That Doomed the Earth, Geek Girl, The UK Comics Creator Survey, We're Taking Everyone Down with Us, The Punisher, Jimmy Palmiotti, Dan Panosian, Spiderman, Survive, Bad Idea Press, Banana Sioule,

Episode 532 - Millers Crossing: A Pitchers Life!

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0100

This week the brilliant Kieran Squires joins the gang to play games, discuss topics such as classic characters, AI comics and get into plenty of Frank Miller chat. All that and everyone puts their heads together to pitch their ultimate comics they want to see in the world. Get your wish lists and comic ears ready for another 2 hours of comic chat, pontification and also, as always, not safe for work small press banter!

Great stuff to check out: Kieran Squires, The Drycleaner, Frank Miller, Mike Deadato Jr, Worry Wart, Dave Sim, Nick Bryan, Shin Zero, Mahoneys #8, Rich Carrington, Conan, Lizzie Parsec #5, Scratch Comics, Peter Hogan, Black Forests, How to Survive an Affair, Henry Widdicombe, Radiant Black, Absolute Batman, The Mice

Episode 531 - The Archetypes of Comics

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 10:00:00 +0100

This week the ACP (and fourth Beatle Tom Curry) talk about so many topics, from Manga reading to classic fandoms and then head into a fascinating discussion about hero archetypes in comics. From antiheroes to epic heroes and beyond! Theres also talk of music in comics, tabletop gaming comics, dystopian sci fi and JAZZ, BABY... JAZZ! Oh, and tons of comics to read, follow and get your hands on!

Great stuff to check out: Tom Curry, Together We Will Go, Babylon 5, The Prisoner, Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Doctor Who, Dune, Blue Giant, Shinichi Ishizuka, The Jungle, Keenan Marshal Keller, Uncivilized Comics, The Hanging, Aaron Losty, The Fabled Four, Jamie Me, The Bucket Brigade

Episode 530 - Do Comics Have Any Value Now?

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0100

How valuable are comics to the world? Not monetarily, but in every other aspect? That goes under the microscope as well as talking about the current state of modern comic books, pricing and more. Also there's talk of Dream Sequences in comics and recommend a whole ton of books to read, including a bunch by friend of the show and comic book artist Cliff Cumber!

Great stuff to check out: Cliff Cumber, The Longbox, Bridlington Comic Con, Adam Falp, Hal Weaver, Cartoonists 4 Gaza, Gosh! Comics, Goshfest!, Fuck My Son, Johnny Craig, The Lonesome Hunters, Tyler Crook, X-O Manowar, Space Opera Xanadax, Tom Scioli, Nyaegling, Bex Ollerton, Richard Bass, Blam Nelson, Kronan, Gave Ostley, The Principles of Necromancy, Magma Comics, Spectrum, Rick Quinn, Mad Cave Comics,

Episode 529 - Ahoy There! These Comics are TOXIC!

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0100

The Toxic Avenger is back on the shelves of the comic book store thanks to the fine folks of Ahoy Comics, and Stuart Moore joins us this week to talk about his part in the publisher, editing, writing and his amazing career in comics! Its an awesome discussion with a new pod favourite about comics you should be checking out from a publisher on the rise. All that AND brilliant indie comics to read, events to check out and a lot of Muppet discussion!

Great stuff to check out: Ahoy Comics!, Stuart Moore, Toxic Avenger, Toxic Team Up, Toxic Crusaders, Babs, Preacher, Punisher, The Invisibles, Swamp Thing, Captain America for Dummies, Inkblot Festival, Inkblot Anthology: Alien, Bridlington Comic Con, Green Archer Comics, Drink and Draw, JWC, WIP Comic Anthology, The Infinite, Daily Monsters, Dan Charnley, Gosh! Comics, Gosh Comics Festival, Clockwork Werewolves, Hellbound Media, Buck Rogers, A Palace of Tears, Seven Years in Darkness, Phantom Limbs: The Thief, Jason McNamara, Andrew Clemson, Better Noir, Sokyo X, Cory Tran, Planet Land Comics, Swimsuit Comix: Legends Revealed

Episode 528 - Bad Girls, Bad Luck and Breaking the Law IN SPACE!

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0100

We're heading into space this week and spending some time with the creator of the comic series Lizzie Parsec, Hugh Newell! From the creation of the titular character, to the rolling storytelling, science fiction influences and great tips for adding depth to your sci fi dialogue, its a fascinating look behind the scenes into a comic series more people should be aware of. Theres also discussion of the UK Comic Mart, the joy of manga for the next generation of comics readers and plenty of brilliant indie comics to check out. So what are you waiting for? Boot up the warp drive and check it out!

Great stuff to check out: Hugh Newell, Lizzie Parsec, William Gibson, The Caterpillar Acid, Switchblade Stories, The Dual Animal Anthology, DUI 4, American Nature 3, Clockwork Werewolves, Hellbound Media, The Green Archer, The Jigsaw Review, Liquid Night Magazine, Asylum Press, Fearless Dawn, Steve Mannion

Episode 527 - It's time for answers!

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0100

This week Vince plays the role of devils advocate and throws some thought (and opinion) provoking comic book questions at Tony and Dan. That results in interesting thoughts on small press superheroes, marketing, comic book narratives, the cult of personality and more. Then things take a turn as one of the hosts is questioned in-depth about their creativity and process which ends up more serious than you think! Add to that a bunch more great indie comic recommendations and you got a LOT of awesome comic talk!

Great stuff to check out: ACP Drink and Draw, DUI #4, Bridlington Comic Con, American Nature 3, Legacy: Idols and Bones, Gary Seaward, Black Rider, Lloyd Mills, 10,000 Ink Stains, Jeff Lemire, Dark Horse Books, Out of Alcatraz, Oni Press, Christopher Cantwell, Tyler Crook, Space Boy and the Future King, Rory Donald, Popcorn, Chris Askham, Turning Tricks, Mike Aston

Episode 526 - The Reluctant Sadism of Making Comics!

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0100

What drives someone to come back to comics and creativity after decades away? What is the comics and small press scene like in Latvia? What exactly will a Blind Bigfoot do to you? All these questions and more are answered this week as the ACP gang talks to the fascinating and awesome Hal Weaver (Reluctant Sadist) about his books, creativity and inspiration for his new wave of comics. From Small Press Brooklyn to Art Loving Latvia, its a journey of comics, creativity and stories thats not to be missed. All that and a whole bunch of comics banter, events and more to check out... don't miss it!

Great stuff to check out: Hal Weaver, Reluctant Sadist, Fact Sheet Five, Fabulous Freak Brothers, American Splendour, Robert Crumb, Ralph Schult, Dinky Doo, Larry the Leper, Ugly Mug, House of Harley, Kush Komiks, She!, Sabrs Festival, The Santos Sisters, American Nature 3, Ian Ashcroft, Hellbreaker, Strange Apparitions, Bridlington Comic Con, Mega City Book Club, Now Thats What I Call Turning Tricks, Blam and Glam, The Fabled Four Remake, Dry Cleaned, Joseph Martins, Jonathon Cape, IDW, Red Shirts, Star Trek, Twentieth Century Boys, Naoki Urasawa, Legacy: Idols and Bones, Gary Seaward

Episode 525 - Comics Face Their Doom... Face!

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0100

There are comic book villains, and then there is Doom Face! This week the ACP gang chat with Aaron Sparrow (Kneel Before Doomface, Darkwing Duck) about writing the action fuelled take on epic super villainy. From writing funny evil, to character designs and toys, Darkwing Duck, comic book publishing stories and tabling at conventions in the USA, its another fascinating delve into the world of indie comics and getting your work out into the world. With all that and a ton of awesome indie books to check out, if you don't listen we're all DOOMED!

Great stuff to check out: Kneel Before Doomface, Aaron Sparrow, Darkwing Duck, Boom! Comics, Dynamite Comics, American Nature 3,Cliff Cumber, DUI 4, Simon Russell, Zak Cahill, Omega Black, Pulp, Steve Sims, Richard Morgan, Blam and Glam, Hellbreaker, Pat Mills, Ian Ashcroft, Fabled 4, Reluctant Sadist #9, Hal Weaver, I Was a Fashion School Serial Killer, Blood and Thunder, Battle Beast, Skybound, Warwick Fraser Combe, The Skullf*cker, Eternal Reign, Warwick Walker

Episode 524 - Get Ready for a Double Feature!

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Ever seen a movie double bill? Ever had a night reading a comics double bill? You will after this weeks show, as the ACP trio suggest a batch of fantastic comics that would work as an evening of reading. From classics and thought provoking tomes to funnies and heartbreaking tales of horror and sci fi, this one has it all. Also there's a deep dive into Dan Butchers new artistic process, great indie recommendations and a few words of remembrance for the late Jim Shooter. Get your wish lists ready, because they will be longer after this weeks show!

Great stuff to check out: The Fix, 4 Kids in the Walk, Paying for It, Chester Brown, The Poor Bastard, Joe Matt, The Bash Street Kids, Beano, Deadly Class, Rick Remender, Vicious Creatures, Sarah Gordon, Seaside, Johanna Oust, Onward Towards Our Noble Deaths, Shingeru Mizuki, The Nam, The Avengers, Kree Skull War, The Authority, The Coffin, Deep Sleeper, Phil Hester, Mike Huddleston, Hard Boiled, Ghost in the Shell, Jonny Cannon, The Witches Egg, American Nature #3, Tom Stewart, Pete Taylor, Horillaz, Catching Stars, Howl Comics, The Galaxy Grappling Alliance, ArtNineTwo, Now Thats What I Call Turning Tricks, Blam and Glam, Fabled Four, Jamie Me, Lawless Comic Con, Green Archer Comics, Dan Butcher, Jim Shooter, Oni Press, Mine is a Long Lonesome Grave, Justin Jordan, 1972, Rachael Ball, Toxie Team Up #2, Sequentially British Comics, Sam Weller

Episode 523 - Ten Years of the ACP!

Mon, 07 Jul 2025 10:00:00 +0100

It's been ten years since the first ever Awesome Comics Podcast. How on earth did that happen? This week Vince, Dan and Tony have a little talk about what its been like, and how things have changed in their reading habits, processes and general life. Heres to the next ten years of comics and stories!

Episode 522 - UK Comics Shall Never Be Forgotten!

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0100

This week the ACP crew go back in time to when the UK newsagent shelves were filled with all kinds of classic and influential comic strips, and who better to discuss it than with David McDonald of Hibernia Comics! They talk about Hibernias collections and zines and the importance of keeping these overlooked classics alive for future generations (and mainly old school nostalgia fans like us). Its a history lesson that every comic fan will love, and get ready to discover some classics and beautiful artwork. All that and a load of great comics to check out? It can only be another awesome show!

Great stuff to check out: Hibernia Comics, The Editors Cut, The Running Man, Kevin O'Neill, Dave Gibbons, Pat Mills, John Wagner, Alan Grant, Hunt Emerson, Never Iron Anything, Boo Rudetoons, Night Vision, Spearpoint, Dark Regards, Oni Press, Out of Alcatraz, Lost in Tarnation, Yeet Magazine, Old Guys Who Like Comics, Zagor, Sergio Bonelli, Epicentre Comics,

Episode 521 - Who Gives a Buck?

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0100

This week the ACP take to the stars and find out how Buck Rogers is once again hitting the pages of comics! Now a public domain entity and shepherded in a new book by Allan and Ben Liska (Green Archer Comics), not only is it the perfect time to talk about this much overlooked and influential character but a perfect time to find out how working with public domain characters. From badly-aged beginnings to the massive influence to pop culture sci-fi, its a fascinating conversation about how to re-energise a classic. All that and a discussion about over the top 80s movie culture, marzipan, pizza cutting and brilliant (and sometimes disturbing) comics!

Great stuff to check out: Buck Rogers, Buck Rogers vs the Cyber Lords, Green Archer Comics, Galaxy Grappling Alliance, ArtNineTwo, Rory Donald, Space Boy and the Future King, Steak: Rare, Never Iron Anything, Jonny Cannon, Dipladocus and Sea Lion, Open Caskets, Rasp, Spearpoint, Night Vision, Side Questers, Dire Wolff Comix, Dan Wolff, 2Morrows Publishing, Back Issue, Alter Ego, Kirby Collector, Beautiful Monster, Maruo Suehiro, Bubbles, Lords on the Piss, The Once and Future, Serial Hunter, Aaron Rackley, GI Joe,

Episode 520 - Are Greg and Fake ACTUALLY FAKE?

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0100

From its first issue to its recent Eisner Award nomination, The Santos Sisters has been storming the indie comics world so Marc Koprinarov and Greg from Greg and Fake join the ACP crew to talk about their comic series, inspirations, working process and whether or not one of the trio actually exists. It's a great chat about one of the shining lights in indie comics that you NEED to have on your pull list. All that plus discussion about ACP Towers, great indie comics to check out in the weeks and months ahead and a chat about the new wave of Tribute Press!

Great stuff to check out: The Santos Sisters, American Nature, Greg and Fake, Floating World Comics, Panel Punk, The Compleat Angler, Gareth Brookes, Grixly, Blackbird, Pierre Morell, Tribute Press, A Boner Darkly, Dirty Basement, Electric Chair, Adam Falp, Cliff Cumber, Canary, Scott Snyder, Dan Panosian, Galaxy Grappling Alliance, ArtNineTwo, Spaceboy and the Future King, Itto, Phil Chapman, Psychic Sam, Mark Millar, John Romita Jr, Buck Rogers, Green Archer Comics, Night Vision, Boo Rudetoons, Spearpoint, Rasp, Martin Simpson, Open Caskets, Wulf and Batsy

Episode 519 - From an Ashcan to a Roadblock in Comics!

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Do you like comics?Then you are in for a treat this week, as the ACP gang are not only reunited after a week apart, but the awesome artist Andrew Krahnke (Bloodrik) joins them to talk about drawing, writing, creating ashcans and an absolute love for comics. The conversation also travels from Groo to Jaws and by the end you'll certainly have a new favourite artist to follow! All that and SO MANY amazing indie comics to check out that you'll reading for weeks after this one. Now... if only the hosts could remember what they said...

Great stuff to check out: Andrew Krahnke, Bloodrik, GI Joe: The Silent Issues, Inferno: The World Dies Screaming, Cutaway Comics, The Editors Cut, Toxic Avenger Team Up, GI Joe, Phantom Limbs: The Thief, Jason McNamara, Cliff Cumber, Tangible, Bloodshot, Shadowman, GI Joe, The Brutal Blade of Crom, Mixam, Gareth Hopkins, Eniskillon Comic Con, Buck Rogers, Green Archer Comics, Rory Donald, Space Boy and the Future King, Mike Perkins, Secret Identity Comics, Psychic Sam, Peter Duncan, Splank, Galaxy Grappling Alliance, ArtNineTwo, Valiant Comics, Rasp, Martin Simpson, Spearpoint

Episode 518 - There's No I in Team!

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:00:00 +0100

It's the start of a summer of comics here at the ACP, and one of the crew has already jetted off on their holiday! Friend of the show Tom Curry rejoins the surviving hosts to talk about subjects such as which is more successful, solo creators or creative teams? Theres also tons of comics banter, indie comic recommendations and, as always, awesome comics talk!

Great stuff to check out: Jack Kirby, Mark Millar, Eamonn Clarke, Mega City Book Club, Sam Hardcore, Sketches #1, Macc Pow Comics Festival, Blags Big Boys Big Book of Bollocks, Hal Weaver, TBH Comics, The Drycleaner, Kieron Squires, Whatever Happened to the Crimson Justice?, Mad Cave Comics, Phalactus: Love of Worlds, Black Ink Comics, Electric Chair 3, Goodbye, Yoshihiro Tatsumi, Robo Wolf, Jake Smith, Dark Horse Comics,

Episode 517 - Cutting Indie Comics Some Slack!

Fri, 30 May 2025 13:04:48 +0100

Want to know how to deal with writers block? Do you think that the big 2 will ever cease to exist? Ever wondered what happens when 3 lifelong comic fans and forced to choose which of their collection to keep and which to lose? All that and more are discussed in this weeks round of comic book chatter that was born from the ACP community. The chat gets deep, thought provoking and sure to get you talking yourself, but don't worry... there's also plenty of stupid laughs along the way as well!

Great stuff to check out: Oddly Compelling: The Dennis Kitchen Story, Sam Hardacre, Acid Box, Avery Hill Publishing, Romo the Wolf Boy, Ilya, Macc Pow, Banana Man, The Santos Sisters, Cutaway Comics, Unhappily Ever After, Dipladocus and Sea Lion, Faster Than Light, Sarah Cooke, Paradox, Fleshdigger, Monster Forge Productions, Coffin Knockers, Early Worm Comics, Lance Goiter Comics

Episode 516 - A Small Press Comics Table for 3 Please!

Mon, 19 May 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Three hosts. Three questions. Three hot topics of debate. From the world of celebrity comics to classic books that just don't connect with you, this week the ACP are talking about plenty of fun comics based chat and having fun as they do so. Alongside that is a raft (other floating devices are available) of indie comics to check out and an exciting on air opening of a special edition comics pack!

Great stuff to check out: Acid Box, Avery Hill Publishing, Blags Boys Big Book of Comics, Romo the Wolf Boy, Cutaway Comics, The Santos Sisters, Dipladocus and Sea Lion, Pat Mills, The Soul-D, Nick Bryan, Stone Cop, Tribute Press, Lawless Comic Con 2025, Archers Comics, Battle Beast, Robert Kirkman, Ryan Ottley, The Jump, Wesley Griffith, Alien Armageddon: 1944, Dren Productions, Two Wrongs Make a Wrong, Dan Hughes,

Episode 515 - Highlighting Comics From the Other Side of the World!

Mon, 12 May 2025 10:00:00 +0100

This week the gang talk about comics from another hemisphere, time zone and more, as they explore indie comics from Australia, New Zealand and Hawaii. From highlighting cultures and legends to more straightforward sci-fi storytelling, its a fascinating and eye opening insight into creators that may not get noticed by your own comics community. Plus there is the first question from a celebrity guest, and it means a deep dive into the world of science fiction that will definitely get you thinking. All that and talk about great comics to check out, using suncream, old school raves and Pickleball!

Great stuff to check out: XCT: Monsters, Slayhemn, Chronicles of the Wasteland, Dark Heart, Dream Walker, Indigiverse, Mana Comics, Native Sons: Ring of Fire, Kamehameha, Aumakua, Pat Mills, Sha, Star Trek, Romo the Wolf Boy, Distinctly British Comics, Archers Comics, Lawless Comic Con 2025, Boom Studios, In Bloom,Blood and Thunder, Toxic Avenger: Pin Up Special, Ahoy Comics, Acid Box, Avery Hill Studios, Youngblood

Episode 514 - The Mystery Deepens...

Mon, 05 May 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Its the first week of a month full of comic book chat with the three amigos of the ACP. Or, Three aMAYgos Month... which is a pun that will make the crew chuckle to themselves all month. That means nothing but pure comic book chatter, from Free Comic Book Day 2025, how to get people who know nothing about comics to try reading them, to the infiltration of AI comics into the world and the sad news of a comics legends passing. All that and great comic recommendations, laughs and sexy hand puppet talk!

Great stuff to check out: Butch Guise, Bridlington Comic Con, Never Iron Anything, Mega City Book Club, ACP Drink and Draw, Distinctly British Comics, Archers Comics, Down the Tubes, Lawless Comic Con 2025, Fargo, Howard Chaykin, Hellhunters, Marvel Comics, Redcoat, Something is Killing the Children, Sha, Pat Mills, Locke and Key

Episode 513 - Can Comics handle being this MASSIVE?!

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0100

This week the ACP falls down a Black Hole of indie superhero comics in the best way as they talk to Kyle Higgins (Power Rangers, Nightwing) about his series Radiant Black and the creator owned superuniverse the Massive Verse! Its an epic chat about writing indie supes, character building, tropes, positivity and also amazing and unique ways to make a comic. Plus we get Lawless once again as Tony chats with Su Haddrell the organiser of Lawless Comic Con 2025 to hear about what they've got in store for dreddheads and beyond this year. All that AND tons of comics to check out? You better buckle up people!

Great stuff to check out: Kyle Higgins, Radiant Black, Rogue Son, Supermassive, No/One, Lawless Comics Con 2025, Hipster Killer, Paranoid Gardens, Alien, Archie Goodwin, Walt Simonsen, Haven, In Full Disclosure, Jonny Cannon, Never Iron Anything, Tribute Press, Distinctly British Comics, Vanguard, Green Archer Comics, The Moon is Following Us, Daniel Warren Johnson, Riley Rossmo

Episode 512 - Comics Go to Cloud Town!

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0100

This week the ACP tackle the troubles of being a teenager piloting a giant robot, and who better to ask than Daniel McCloskey (Cloud Town)! He talks about the creation of his awesome comic series, narrative choices, artistic influences and his experience amongst a fantastic comic making community. You might just start your own awesome comics community after this one, as well as discovering a new book you can find crowdfunding now. All that and a discussion about the Man of Steel and a whole bunch of amazing indie comics to check out this week!

Great stuff to check out: Daniel McCloskey, Cloud Town, Cliff Cumber, Strange Apparitions, Cartoon County, Glasgow Looking Glass Comic, Lawless Comic Con 2025, High Viz Comic Con, TBH Comics, The Drycleaner, Distinctly British Comics, Badger: Mad Monkey Shock and Roll, Mike Baron, Val Mayorik, Jane Jett, Markosia Comics, I Was a Fashion School Serial Killer, Doug Wagner, Daniel Hilyard, God Hark, San Kyle, Sean Azzopardi, Not Red Deeps

Episode 511 - These Indie Comics Should be BIGGER!

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0100

There are some indie comics and characters that have become huge global successes, moved into legend and lets face it, everyone knows about. What about those books and characters that have gone under the radar and should have been as big? Well Alan Henderson (The Penned Guins) joins the ACP gang to discuss what comics you should rediscover, or discover for the first time. We won't let them fade into time and neither should you! Also there is chat about creativity, conventions, great events to check out going forward and of course... lots of COMICS!!

Great stuff to check out: The Best of Indie Comics: Words Only, Pie Press, Cerebus, Concrete, Martha Washington, Frank Miller, Dave Gibbons, Mars, First Comics, Groo, Sergio Aragones, Skeleton Key, Andy Watson, Amaze Inc, Liberty Meadows, Frank Cho, Mike Mauser, Miss Tree, Mike R.Cane, Starblazer, Boneyard, Richard Moore, NBM, The Press Guardian, Green Archer Comics, Allan Liska, The Dry Cleaner, TBH Comics, Tyrant Fall, Tribute Press, Caribou, Francis Todd, Incident Report, ADM Comics, My Sugar Baby: Adventure in Ukraine (Until the War), Lizzie Parsec Episode 4: back in Aelia, Hugh Newell, Penultimate Quest, Lars Brown

Episode 510 - It's a GIANT SIZE Comics Debut!

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Its a GIANT SIZE episode in more ways than one this week, as the comics gang talk about and break down the classic issue that is Giant Size X-Men! Alongside that there's talk about their fave x characters, the art of pushing the limits with your work, shock and outrage in comics and brilliant indie books to check out in the days, weeks and month ahead.

Great stuff to check out: Giant Size XMen, The Dry Cleaner, Kill the Bride, Supershow, Kieron Squires, Lawless Comic Con, High Viz Comic Con, Panels, Heart Eyes, Vault, Dennis Hopeless, Victor Ibanez, Manhole, Mandala, Andy Barron, Jim Woodring, Cam Girl

Episode 509 - Building Tyrants and Worlds to Destroy!

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0100

Epic comic book storytelling, action and fantastical violence? Yes please! The ACP crew get together with C. Brennan Knight and Max Davenport, the creators of the comic series 'Tyrant Fall', to talk about how the series went from an 8 page anthology piece to an epic action series you NEED to read! Process, collaboration, storytelling,

Great stuff to check out: Tyrant Fall, C. Brennan Knight, Max Davenport, Travis Charest, Space Girl, Will Eisner, Joe Kubert, Tribute Press, Lawless Comic Con 2025, Comic Mart, High Viz Comic Con, The Drycleaner, TBH Comics, Keiron Squires, Pat Mills, Requiem: Vampire Knight, Nemesis, Bryan Talbot, Face Ache, Leslie Wenlock, Black Ink Comix, Secret Identity Comics, GI Joe, Out of Alcatraz, Long Dark Winter, Bad Beaver Comics, Kit Anderson, Second Shift,

Episode 508 - How Rude are These Toons?

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 10:43:30 +0000

This week the ACP takes a trip to the world of Boo Rudetoons to discover what makes his satirical sexy comics such a great time! Theres chat of the origins to working on corporate IP and choosing to make your own comics, as well as talk about making books without a script and dealing with people judging your work too early, its a chat that goes everywhere and has fun doing it. All that and tons of comics to check out in the weeks ahead!

Great stuff to check out: Boo Rudetoons, Flag Force, Vegan Cave Girl, Marvel UK, Deaths Head, Combat Colin, Jim Balent, Tarot, Ragtime Soldier, Bald Yeti, In Full Disclosure, Jonny Cannon, The Dry Cleaner, TBH Comics, Lawless Comic Con, High Vis Comic Con, Cosmic Slop, Ill Strips, Cloudtown: Friends in Stormy Weather, Daniel McCluskey, Banana Sioule, Michael Sanlaville, The Fist vs Inner Peace, Jordan Kroeger, Black Star, Alien Books

Episode 507 - Reaching Out to New Audiences!

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The three amigos get together to talk about how comics reading has changed, and the many different ways that creators old and new can reach their audiences, and create new ones. The debate veers from the ups and downs of social media, the strength of community, the joy of nostalgia, double dipping on webcomics and more. All that and tons of brilliant indie books to check out in your weeks and months ahead!

Great stuff to check out: Tribute Press, Vanguard, Stalkerville, Rising Sand, Ragtime Soldier, The Dry Cleaner, TBH Comic, Kieron Squires, Ken Reynolds, Silence, Vile, Warrick Walker, Erwin Papa, High Viz Festival, Lawless Comic Con 2025, Secret Identity Comics, Collision Comics, The Moon is Following Us, Daniel Warren Johnson, Riley Rossmo, Wulf and Batsy, Bryan Baugh, Axles Infernal, In the Garden of Earthly Delights, Luke Kondor, The Woods, Toast

Episode 506 - Publishing Comics and Living the Line!

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000

With a line of amazing comics being released this year the ACP crew sat down with Sean Michael Robinson of Living the Line Books to talk about all their amazing work. From overlooked manga creators to up and coming illustrators making brain melting comics, this publisher is doing it all, the ACP are loving it and you will too! Its a fascinating, inspiring and joyous discussion about publishing comics you need to hear. All that and tons more comics to discover and check out, so check it out now!

Great stuff to check out: Living the Line, Sean Michael Robinson, Plaza, Translator with No Talent, Mansect, EPHK, Mega City Book Club, Ragtime Soldier, Tribute Press, The Dry Cleaner, TBH Comics, Kieron Squires, Silence, Afterlight Comics, Lawless Comic Con, High Viz Comic Con, Shaolin Grandmaster Killer, Steroid Productions, Thomas Sluzalek, Amazonia, Cinebook, Grommets, Bone Parish, Boom Studios, Cullen Bunn, Gonad the Ballbarian

Episode 505 - What Happened to Our Heroes?

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 10:00:00 +0000

This week the ACP trio delve into the world of heroes and villains in more ways than one. From what we want to see in our heroes in comics, how difficult they are to write and how villains shouldn't be spotlight so much, its a thought provoking discussion that feeds into the second topic of art vs artist - a topic that is worth discussion in so many ways. Theres also chat about the upcoming Absolute Green Lantern, great indie books to check out and what action figure action the hosts would have.

Great stuff to check out: Absolute Green Lantern, Pat Mills, Ragtime Soldiers, Threat Level Omega, Zak Cahill, Tribute Press, Aboner Darkly, Tony Osmond is a Movie Star, Electric Chair, Silence, Afterlight Comics, Lawless Comic Con 2025, High Viz Comic Con, Those Not Afraid, Kyle Starks, Dark Horse Comics, The Hall of the Mad Maggot King, The Angriest Warrior, Kill Train, Mad Cave Comics,

Episode 504 - Discovering a Secret Identity!

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000

The ACP are heading behind the counter of the comic book shop world this week as Andy Smith of Secret Identity Comics joins the gang to talk comics and more! From starting a NEW comic book shop in Chester, Pull Lists, Back Issues, the juggernaut of Absolute Batman and what got him into comics in the first place, this chat has everything. You're going to want to pop to your local comic book store after listening to this one!

Great stuff to check out: Secret Identity Comics, Christian Ward, Absolute Batman, Millennium Comics, My Comic Book Country, Pat Mills, Ragtime Soldier, Gorehaus, ACP Drink and Draw, Alan Purdie, Artem Trakenov, Bubbles #21, Sunday, American Nature, Floating World, Lawless Comic Con 2025, Russell Mark Olsen, The Phantom, Silence, Tribute Press, Call of the Totem, Nectar Comics, Atrocity, Hour of the Wolf, Mad Cave Comics, The Hermit, The Balance Comics, Prairie Dogs #5

Episode 503 - Genre Bending Ways to Beat the Devil!

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 10:00:00 +0000

How do you make a genre-bending comic that involves world war 1, science fiction, westerns and the devil themselves? Well the ACP gang talked to Shane Connery Volk (Nottingham, Prairie Gods) about his creator owned series that defies expectations and demands to be read. From influences, art process to the parallels between writing songs and writing comics. All that AND a bunch of creators and comics to discover in the week ahead? We spoil you, we really do!

Great stuff to check out: Shane Connery Volk, Prairie Gods, Nottingham, Mad Cave Comics, Awesome Comics Drink and Drink, Ragtime Soldier, Pat Mills, Comic Scene, Tribute Press, American Nature Presents #2, Why are You Like This?, Meg Adams, Gorehaus, Ed Piskor, Booty Leg Comix, Don't Sue, Mr Higgins Comes Home, Mike Mignola, Warwick Johnson Cadwell

Episode 502 - This Show is Criminal Right from The Jump!

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 09:43:24 +0000

Things may go from bad to worse for his characters, but for the comics just keep getting better and this week Wesley Griffith (The Jump, Thunderbeast) joins the gang to talk about making comics and his thrilling crime comic The Jump. How it came to be, the difference in storytelling between genres, instagram comics, graphic design, great US indie creators and more. Plus all of that and talk of potential lost comics, the last previews, a whole heap of great indie books and more!

Great stuff to check out: Wesley Griffith, The Jump, Grotesk, Destroy All Galaxies, Ed Piskor, Matty Keene, Tony McMillman, Frank Miller, Benjamin Marra, What We Mean By Yesterday, Darwin Cookes, Shortrun Con, IC3 Comic Con, True Grit Texture Supply, Kirsten Price, Yo! Comic Fair, Tribute Press, Green Archer Comics, American Nature Presents 2, Skyguy and the Altitude Adjusters, Stomped!, Ross Radke, Blam and Glam, The Santos Sisters, High Moon, Zuda Comics, Grommets, Image Comics, Living the Line, Ragaboo Race

Episode 501 - The Power of Comics Compels You!

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 07:57:57 +0000

The next wave of Awesome Comics Podcast starts with a talk about our lord and saviour, but maybe not in the way you expect! Joseph Sieracki (A Letter to Jo, Would You Be My Savior?) joins the gang to talk about his writing, from poignant wartime tales to hilarious deity humour and what he's learned along the way. Theres tons of chat about the US small press and indie scene and names you should be checking out (Tony even buys a book live on air) and of course a whole ton of great indie comics and creators to add to your follow lists. What a way to start the next 500!

Great stuff to check out: Joseph Sieracki, Would You Be My Savior?, A Letter to Jo, Ghosts of Science Past, The Life and Death of Brave Captain Suave, Kelly Williams, Paul B. Rainey, Josh Bayer, Vryan Box Brown, Leo Fox, Boy Island, Silver Sprocket, Charles Burns, Final Cut, Tokyo These Days, Alan Henderson, Joe King, Tribute Press, Yo Comics Fair, Blam and Glam, High Viz Comic Con, The Existential Crosses of Ian Squirtis, Lloyd Mills, Comic Nasties, Lizzie Parsec, Hugh Newell, Shit Kickers, Soap Dad Comics, Veil: A Starveil Story, Tapas, Adventure Illustrated

Episode 500 - LIVE!

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 09:30:00 +0000

The ACP crew celebrate 500 episodes with a live recording from the Marquis Cornwallis Pub in London (along with an audience of awesome people)!

'NUFF SAID!

Episode 499 - These Comics Shall Not Be Forgotten!

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 10:04:35 +0000

From vintage and almost forgotten comics to the future of Diamond Distribution AND the epic plans for episode 500, this week was too much for just three podcasters. So the awesome Richard Sheaf (Boys Adventure Comics) joins in to talk about all that and more. Plus if you're a Super Ted fan then you do NOT want to miss this one. All that and great recommendations from books you need to check out, or won't believe your eyes if you saw them!

Great stuff to check out: Richard Sheaf, Boys Adventure Comics, Monster Fun, Commando, 2000AD, Super Ted, Mick McMahon, Dave Gibbons, Jet Jason, Fleetwings, Tribute Press, Bad Space Comics, Press Guardian and the Clock, The Pit, Erik Kriek, Living the Line, The Fermenting Men, Barry Flynn, Bloodshot Resurgence, The Queen and the Pauper, Mrs Gs Comic, Shift It!

Episode 498 - Kickstart My Comics Heart!

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 10:27:48 +0000

Are you a creator looking to crowdfund your comics? Whether you have done it several times before or this is your first time, this episode is for you! The gang get together with Alan and Ben Liska (Green Archer Comics) to discuss the past, present and future of kickstarting and what to bear in mind when doing so. Theres lot to think about, and also tons of comics to check out as always!

Great stuff to check out: Green Archer Comics, Press Guardian and Clock, Don't Hide PR, Hal Weaver, Reluctant Sadist, Gosh! Comics, Ragtime Soldier, Pat Mills, Gary Welsh, Aaron Rackley, The Monster Bomb Club, Joey Oliveira, The Passenger of U977, Keiron Squires, Wont You Be My Saviour, Joseph Sieracki, Paul B. Rainey, Grim Reefer, Strange Ranger, Plague Ranger Press, Black Ink Comix, Junked

Episode 497 - Three Comics Wishes for 2025!

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 10:12:08 +0000

As another 12 months of comic books gets underway, the ACP trio talk about what they wish to see from the independent comic world and beyond. From new series, discoveries and hopes for the industry to more personal reflections of the creative process, its the perfect way to start your own year of comics. Plus there's more books to check out in the future too!

Great stuff to check out this week - Tony Ez Substack, Tribute Press, Press Guardian and the Clock: 1942, Naff Comics #4, Le French Ninja, Beastfang the Movie, Black Ink Comix, Wulf and Batsy, Bloody Weirdo Comix, Vermley Keep, Darkline Comics

Episode 496 - Don't Call it a Best of 2024 Show!

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 10:30:24 +0000

It's that time of year again (so soon? HOW?!) and the podcast looks back on the comic book year that was 2024 and pick out their own personal fave reads from this year. Some may surprise you, others will be more obvious, but all are awesome and should be checked out!

Episode 495 - An Awesome Comics Christmas!

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 09:41:08 +0000

GET THE EGGNOG READY! Christmas 2024 is here, and its time for the Awesome Pod to pull some crackers and overindulge on some comics. This years Christmas story is from one of the greatest indie comics creators (and characters) of all time, as the pod gang spend some spooky crimbo time with Hellboy! All that and plenty of laughs, bad jokes and comics chat to give you some holiday cheer!

Great stuff to check out this week - Mike Mignola, Hellboy, Dark Horse, Hellboy: Krampusnacht, Hellboy: Christmas Underground, Duncan Fagredo, ACP Recommends, Ugly Mug #8, House of Harley, The MAD Files, The Library of America, Christmas Caroline, Source Point Press

Episode 494 - Learn to write comics with Fred Van Lente!

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 09:55:37 +0000

This week the pod crew have so many comics topics to talk about, and who better to talk to than Fred Van Lente (Comic Book History of Comics, Action Philopshers, Archer and Armstrong)! From his work on the new Valiant comics, to taking charge of a publisher-wide crossover to educating the next generation of comic writers, if you like comic books there's something for everyone in this chat.

Great stuff to check out this week - Fred Van Lente, Valiant Comics, Alien Books, Bloodshot, Archer and Armstrong, Eat Fighter, King Kirby, Comics Experience, The Patsy Papers, Rachael Ball, Who Can Replace a Man?, Brian Aldis, WIP Comics Group, The Unbelievable Unteens, Skulldigger and Skeleton Boy, Jeff Lemire, Tyler Crook, Black Hammer, Mega City Book Club, Eleven O'Clock Comics, Cliff Cumber, Do a Powerbomb, Daniel Warren Johnson, Kieron Squires, Transformers, Energon Universe

Episode 493 - Fingerman Returns!

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 09:52:08 +0000

With his brilliant book 'Printopia' hitting shelves the gang grabbed hold of Bob Fingerman (Minimum Wage) to talk about it and his work in comics! Process chat, future projects, new york and los Angeles styles and, of course, Malcolm McDowell! Theres also amazing comic recommendations that range from revisiting old characters, pulpy sci-fi westerns and an exhibition you need to see for yourself!

Great stuff to check out this week - Bob Fingerman, Printopia, Cosmic Lion Productions, Zoop,The Black Hammer Universe, Zak Cahill, Omega Black, Prairie Gods #3, Nothing is Real, Steven Appleby, Body Bags, Jason Pearson, Hack/Slash, Nights, Tanager, Karl Kerschl

Episode 492 - A Comics Experience Unlike Any Other!

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 10:30:00 +0000

This week the podcast delves into the world of J Webster Sharp (The Book of Life and Death) to talk about the many layers of her work and comics. From her entry into small press comics, to working with publishers, work processes and disciplines, influences and even musicals - this one has it all. Theres also tons of great recommendations, character writing, superhero chat and more.

Great stuff to check out this week - J Webster Sharp, Fondant, The Book of Life and Death, Thousand Faces, Humanoids, Shift It, Beast Hunting Battle Badgers, Steve Sims, She Volume 1, Printopia, Bob Fingerman, Brighton Art and Book Fair, Amopatrice, Grixly, Nate McDonnagh, True Tales From the Bar, Bryan Kelly, Speed Republic, Mad Cave Comics, Ryan K Lindsay, Mugshots

Episode 491 - Talking about a MEGATON of Comic Goodness!

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 10:39:33 +0000

This week the gang have fun talking about a lot of comics. Some would say a megaton of comics, and who better to talk about indie comics publishing and superhero parodies than Don Simpson, creator of Megaton Man! From his roots and interactions with comic creative legends, missed reprint opportunities and the new collected edition of his cult superhero parody. Theres also talk of great comics to check out and a dramatic reading of a comic that will shake the very foundations of the comics industry.

Great stuff to check out this week - Don Simpson, Megaton Man, Zoop, The Collected Megaton Man, Fantagraphix, Kitchen Sink Press, Anton Drek, Wendy Whitebread, Eros Comics, Mugshots, Vicarious, Mean Girls Club, Drink and Draw, Star the Shadow, Pat Mills, Ken Reynolds, Avery Hill Publishing, The Green Archer, Mad Cave Comics, Dead Body Trade, Omelette of Power, Nick Gonzo, Stupid, Paul Kortjohn, G.I.Joe, Truck Mutts, Ian Mathews

Episode 490 - The Results of the Comics Reading Challenge!

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 12:02:45 +0000

The ACP set themselves a reading challenge earlier this year. Trying books, series and moments in comic book time that they had not experienced before. For this fun exercise they roped in Tom Curry and Eamonn Clarke (Mega City Book Club) to do the same, and the result is a whole ton of amazing comic talk. From manga classics and epic comic movements to series since adapted for tv and classic graphic novels from critically acclaimed creators, this one has it all. With lots of recommendations as well this is nothing but talk about comics you should be checking out, so don't blame us for being broke after buying so many comics!

Great stuff to check out this week - Mega City Book Club, Eamonn Clarke, Tom Curry, The Boys, Darrick Robertson, Garth Ennis, Golgo 13, Viz Media, Berserk, Kentaro Miura, DC Comics, The New 52, Black Hole, Charles Burns, Kitchen Sink Press, Fantagraphix Books, Mark Abnett, You Get What You Get, David Roberton, Cullen Bunn, Omega Black, Zack Cahill, Printopia, Bob Fingerman, Junkyard Joe, Early Gigs:Underground Comics 1970-1973, Dave Gibbons

Episode 489 - The ACP take on the Absolute DC universe!

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 10:05:55 +0000

This week the ACP jump from the small press into the world of DC, namely the new Absolute DC comics series to talk about the new takes on classic characters. Matthew Schofield (Steamroller Man) joins the gang to talk about preconceptions of characters, awesome artwork, comic book audiences and more. Plus there's chat about great books to read this week (or catch up on), vertical reading culture, the positive and potential negative influences on creators and finding your storytelling voice. Its another must-listen episode of comics chat and then some!

Great stuff to check out this week - Matthew Schofeld, Steamroller Man, The Pale, Star Vol 1, Pat Mills, Comics Cultural Impact Collective, American Nature 2, Shadows of the Stokerverse, Gonad the Ballbarian, The Press GuardianDC, Absolute Batman, Absolute Superman, Absolute Wonder Woman, Mark Waid, Lesbian Love, Junkfood Comics, K Hole Comics, Lady Killer, Joelle Jones,Dark Horse Comics, Kaiju Blues, The Wrong Earth

Episode 488 - Are Comics Still Making Us Happy?

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 11:05:11 +0000

The boys are back in town! Well, most listeners wouldn't know but the ACP crew haven't spoken in a while and are all excited to talk about comics again - and what an episode to do it! They answer the epic age old question about this hobby we all love as well as pulling apart the question (and the medium itself). Its a discussion that will get you thinking and hopefully loving your comics reading even more. Theres also chat about great comic stores in the states, crowdfunders you should be checking out and a whole bunch of comic recommendations!

Great stuff to check out this week - Matt Strott, Planet Stetz Auctions, Graham Crackers Comics, Dunfermline Mini Con, Never Iron Anything, Grim Scary Tales, SoulD, Nick Bryan, Sweet Nightmares UK, Press Guardian, Gonad the Ballbarian, Stokerverse, Skin and Bone, Cris Geary, White Hart Comics, Thought Bubble, Cartoon Museum, Zarjaz Magazine, Jason Pearson Body Bags Artist Edition, First Kill, Rambo, Slyvester Stallone, Chuck Dixon, Dwellings, Jay Stephens, The Hexiles, Cullen Bunn, Andrew Clemson, Minecraft, Hacksler, Zine Freak

Episode 487 - Listening to This Could Kill You!

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 10:30:00 +0000

Are you a creator looking to turn the horror genre on its head? Well this week you're in good company as Shawn Gabborin (Lets All Die, Thank You) joins the pod crew to talk about his work in the horror genre and indie publishing in the USA. From ideas you need to put down to avoid other books already on the shelves, to creating characters you care about, to breaking the fourth wall in horror and more, its another look at making scary books not to be missed. All that and great laughs, comic fun and tons of recommendations to add to your pull lists!

Great stuff to check out this week - Shawn Gabborin, Handwritten Entertainment, Thank You, Lets All Die!, This Little Piggy, Dave Sim, Earth 2 Podcast, Resurgence: Eternal Warrior, Falling in Love on the Path to Hell, Jack Kirby, The Me You Love in the Dark, Sashimi, The Creeping Below

Episode 486 - Avoid these Horror Comic Mistakes!

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 10:30:00 +0100

This week the trilogy of horrific podcast hosts take a scalpel to indie horror, peel back its skin, remove the organs and see what works and doesn't work in small press horror! From things that make our skin crawl to the disappointments of story delivery and frustrating narrative pacing; the gang explore and analyse the genre like never before, and end up wanting to read more! Plus there's more comics to check out, news of the 500th and where you can get official ACP merchandise!!

Great stuff to check out this week - Arkham Horror, Cullen Bunn, Andre Amutti, Skeeters, Mad Cave Comics, Kelly Williams, Bob Frantz, Hotel, AWA Studios, West of Sundown, Vault Comics, Burger: Tissue Damage