For this episode, we sit down with acclaimed cartoonist and graphic novelist Anders Nilsen to discuss his remarkable career and the ambitious graphic novel, Tongues. Known for award-winning works such as Big Questions, Dogs and Water, and The End, Nilsen shares how Tongues represents the culmination of years of artistic growth, blending mythology, philosophy, and deeply personal storytelling into his most expansive project yet. Along the way, we explore his creative process, the challenges of long-form comics, the influence of grief and personal experience on his work, and why he continues to push the boundaries of what comics can achieve as an art form.

You can follow Anders on his site, andersbrekhusnilsen.com, and on Instagram @andersbrekus.

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Today we welcome Brian Haberlin for a deep dive into his remarkable career as an artist, writer, innovator, and publisher. We start the conversation by shining a spotlight on the currently crowdfunding Aria Omnibus, the definitive collection of the fan-favorite fantasy series co-created by Brian, exploring the origins of the character, the book’s blend of mythology and modern storytelling, and why Aria continues to resonate with readers decades after its debut. Brian also reflects on his early work at Top Cow, his contributions to titles such as Witchblade (which he co-created) and Spawn, and his pioneering efforts in digital coloring and comic-book production technology. Along the way, Brian discusses balancing fine art with #comics work, world-building, and the lessons learned from a career spent pushing the boundaries of storytelling.

Back the Aria Omnibus project on Kickstarter until June 25: kck.st/4dcJUPD. You can follow Brian on his site, haberlin.com, or on Instagram @brianhaberlinofficial.

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Today we're welcoming Shea Fontana for a fun and insightful conversation about her career writing across #comics, animation, and all-ages storytelling. Shea discusses her journey from screenwriting to comics, including her work on DC Super Hero Girls and the challenges of crafting stories for younger readers while remaining engaging for longtime fans. The discussion spotlights her latest projects, including the magical underwater adventures of Mermicorno: Starfall - Game On! and the return to one of her most beloved creations with DC Super Hero Girls: High School Reunion. Along the way, Shea reflects on character-driven storytelling, the importance of creating accessible entry points for new readers, and how the next generation of comic fans continues to shape the industry.

You can follow Shea at her website, sheafontana.com, or on Instagram @sheafontana.

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