Tradecraft Podcast

CHRISTOPHER GOLDEN joins me for as close to a Halloween Spookfest as it gets around here. We talk about his immense and impressive career as an author of so many loved—and feared—books. His latest novel THE NIGT BIRDS, the co-edited anthology THE END OF THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT, with Brain Keene, and his thirty-year creative partnership with MIKE MIGNOLA.* Website https://www.christophergolden.com/* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/christopher_golden* Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/cgolden.bsky.social* Facebook https://www.facebook.com/christopher.golden.5832* Twitter https://x.com/ChristophGoldenWant to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Jimmy Palmiotti and I weave through his career, and take stock of his work ethic, calculated risks, and the value personal relationships in the business of comics. We talk about his writing process, and how he approached comics like JONAH HEX, HARLEY QUINN, DAREDEVIL, DEADLY TALES of the GUNSLINGER, AND PUNISHER.DEEP SEA Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/creatorownedheroes/deep-sea-graphic-novel* Paper Films Website https://www.paperfilms.com/* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jimmypalmiotti/* Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/jimmypalmiotti.bsky.social* Twitter https://x.com/jpalmiottiWant to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Nick Filardi returns to talk coloring, film, and his recent comic writing project for the ISLANDS IN THE SKY Kickstarter. He’s super busy with comics like POWERS 25, MURDER PODCAST, CAT NINJA, EC COMICS, TASTE OF JUSTICE, and CULT OF THE LAMB. While hard to spot on social media, Nick can be found on your LCS racks, and his Discord Server.ISLANDS IN THE SKY Kickstarterhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/appalachiacomics/appalachia-comics-projectBluesky https://bsky.app/profile/nickfil.bsky.socialDiscord Server https://discord.com/channels/312406015771410432/523525307827748880YouTube https://www.youtube.com/nickfilNick’s “Ultimate Portfolio” of curated comics coloring practice pageshttps://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cexqmcf9j1jn73i7ory5e/AGuqiFrGyObxF_SS5hlkqQ8?rlkey=ko27co0xibyt8ckzszdewveq3&e=1&dl=0Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening! Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Shelly Bond joins me to talk about editing, Bowie, Vertigo, The Clash, AND the magic of comics. We also talk about her brilliant, and sorely needed book on editing comics, FILTH & GRAMMAR from Off-Register Press. We also threaten to settle the Oasis/Blur debate once and for all, but wisely get back to talking ’bout comics.https://www.offregister.press/product-page/filth-grammar-softcover-book* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/sxbondimprimatur/* Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/sxbond.bsky.social* Website https://www.offregister.press/Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations.If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

JH WILLIAMS III returns to talk about starting his love-letter to comics, ECHOLANDS and where he and the story are four-years in. We get into his passion for pushing the envelope with his visual storytelling, subtext, writing stories in collaboration, and for others. * Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/jhwilliams3.bsky.social* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jhwilliamsiii/* Website https://www.jhwilliams3.com/Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

MICHEL FIFFE joins me to talk about his creative journey, wrapping-up his psycho-drama epic COPRA, and the internal conflicts and wealth of unknowns that arose in the wake of this massive change.* Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/michelfiffe.bsky.social* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mfiffe/* Website https://michelfiffe.com/* Patreon https://www.patreon.com/MichelFiffe * Etsy https://www.etsy.com/shop/CopraPress Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

RON MARZ and I talk writing, and his amazing comic book career, on books like SILVER SURFER, BATMAN/ALIENS, GREEN LANTERN, DC vs. MARVEL, and WITCHBLADE. He clarifies the world of video game writing for me. We discuss the value of travel, creative relationships. his passion for prose, and how he remains engaged with his craft. We touch on his upcoming novel project, and have a good old-fashioned jaw about being a writer.* BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/ronmarz.bsky.social* Website https://www.ronmarz.com/* Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ron_MarzWant to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

DEXTER VINES, SANDRA HOPE, and KARL STORY join me to talk about the true art and value of traditional inking in an age when digital art dominates the medium and how they’ve stayed so employable.With over a hundred years of comic book experience in this one, these pros tell stories and serve wisdom. These are some of the best inkers working in the business, and their longevity is testament to their craft. So grab a brush, and join in.Dexter * Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dexstarinks/* BigCartel https://dextervinesinkworks.bigcartel.com/Sandra * Instagram https://www.instagram.com/inkmonkeyhope/* YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@sandrainkmonkeyhope* Website https://www.sandrahope.net/Karl * BlueSky https://bsky.app/profile/karlstory.bsky.social* Follow him, let’s encourage him to post some of his amazing work.* Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Karl_StoryWant to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

JOHN WORKMAN joins me to talk about a life in comics, and other passions. We cover the highlights, like working for HEAVY METAL, lettering MÖBIUS, the ALIEN graphic novel, lettering THOR and RAGNAROK with Walter Simonson, and so many other stories that you’ll just have to listen ‘em all. sa* Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_WorkmanWant to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

SOPHIE CAMPBELL returns after four years to talk about life after TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES, her writing duties on MOTHRA: QUEEN OF THE MONSTERS, and how things go as the writer/artist on SUPERGIRL. We catch up on lots of career and process stuff, plus talk about managing distractions, and much more.* Patreon https://www.patreon.com/mooncalfe* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/mooncalfe23/* Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/mooncalfe1.bsky.social * Tumblr https://www.tumblr.com/mooncalfe-art Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Modern comicbook maverick, PAUL POPE joins me to talk about being an American manga artist, how he built his publishing career, and what he has in store. We discuss his process in-depth, BATTLING BOY, and the new collection of his seminal series, THB from 23rd St comics.* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/comicsdestroyer/* Website https://paulpope.com/* Store https://www.nakatomiinc.com/collections/paul-popeWant to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

The super-talented, Chris Schweizer joins me for an in-depth conversation about his upcoming web-serialized graphic novel, OUTLAW’S APPRENTICE. We discuss story creation, writing, lettering, structure, panel and page format, crowdfunding, AND how the book will look in print. This one’s chock-a-block with great stuff.* Patreon https://www.patreon.com/ChrisSchweizer* Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/schweizercomics.bsky.social * Instagram https://www.instagram.com/schweizercomics/* Website https://schweizercomics.com/* Store https://crogan.bigcartel.com/productsWant to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Nick Filardi returns to talk coloring, film, and his recent comic writing project for the ISLANDS IN THE SKY Kickstarter. He’s super busy with comics like POWERS 25, MURDER PODCAST, CAT NINJA, EC COMICS, TASTE OF JUSTICE, and CULT OF THE LAMB. While hard to spot on social media, Nick can be found on your LCS racks, and his Discord Server.ISLANDS IN THE SKY Kickstarterhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/appalachiacomics/appalachia-comics-projectBluesky https://bsky.app/profile/nickfil.bsky.socialDiscord Server https://discord.com/channels/312406015771410432/523525307827748880YouTube https://www.youtube.com/nickfilNick’s “Ultimate Portfolio” of curated comics coloring practice pageshttps://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/cexqmcf9j1jn73i7ory5e/AGuqiFrGyObxF_SS5hlkqQ8?rlkey=ko27co0xibyt8ckzszdewveq3&e=1&dl=0Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening! Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Shawn Crystal joins me to talk about his creative life as a comic book artist and illustrator, long-time podcaster with INKPULP, burgeoning path as tattoo artist. We dive into the mental side of the career, and Shawn generously shares his efforts to develop multiple revenue streams to grow his creativity.Since there’s been a nine-month gap since the original recording, and Shawn is in the middle of his first INKPULP Kickstarter campaign with his craft book, CYAN, it was the perfect time to reconnect and hear an update on how his plans have gone. Make sure to check out the campaign. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/inkpulp/inkpulp-cyan* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/inkpulp/* Twitter https://x.com/inkpulp* Website https://www.inkpulp.tv/* Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Inkpulp* YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/inkpulp Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations. If you want to be legendary, consider Buying Me a Coffee!* https://www.buymeacoffee.com/almor67qLearn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

The madly talented Ryan Sook returns to the podcast to talk about his new limited series, BLACK CANARY, with Tom King, for DC Comics. We shop nearly the entire episode, and trade some of the highs and lows of our careers.* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/rsookart/* Felix Art https://www.felixcomicart.com/artistgalleryroom.asp?artistid=600 Past guest, Andrew Robinson (episode 159) and his family lost their home in the Eaton fire that devastated Altadena, CA. While he and his family are safe, Andrew lost his studio and artwork in the blaze. So they started a GoFundMe to help them get back on their feet.If you can help please do.https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-andrew-robinsons-art-and-recoveryWant to support TRADECRAFT and be, well, awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will enjoy these conversations.Learn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Paul Azaceta joins me and we talk about everything in this one. Paul shares his thinking and loves when it comes to comics. We talk about his work on OUTCAST, and his forthcoming Image title THE SEASONS, with Rick Remender. He also shares a lot about the yet to be titled limited series Paul wrote and drew!* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/paulazaceta/* Twitter https://x.com/paulazaceta* Facebook https://www.facebook.com/paul.azaceta/* Substack https://substack.com/paulazaceta Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations.Learn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Welcome to Season 16!Ignatz nominated, M.S. Harkness joins me to do what she does best, share amazing tales of her life, and talk process. We discuss her nominated graphic novel, Time Under Tension, and her next book, which—if we promise to be good—she'll title, Rogue One.If you’ve read Time Under Tension, please request an Ignatz Award ballot, from the link below, and cast your vote for her book.* Website https://www.msharkness.com/* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/m.s.harkness/* Twitter https://x.com/msharkness* Patreon https://www.patreon.com/msharkness* Ignatz Award Ballot Request https://www.smallpressexpo.com/ignatz-ballot-request/Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations.Learn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Settle in for a lively talk with Ben Caldwell as we track his creative journey and process, loves, and un-loves. And yes, we talk about his forthcoming THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS UNIVERSE, CARRIE KELLY, Robin comic with Frank Miller.This is a fun one, with one of my favorite creators!* Big Cartel https://bencaldwell.bigcartel.com/* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/bencaldwellart/* Twitter https://twitter.com/bencaldwellart* Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ben.caldwell.5205Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations.Learn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Elsa Charretier joins me to talk managing the highs and lows of a creative career. Though in the midst her fantastic run on the wonderful LOVE EVERLASTING, she questioned her work in comics. Elsa has since found joy in the work, and—more importantly—her life.Make sure to follow her on social media and sign up for her newsletter, and be first to her details about her—yet to be announced—project. Enjoy!* Website https://www.elsacharretier.com/* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/elsacharretier/* Twitter https://twitter.com/e_charretier* Patreon https://www.patreon.com/elsacharretier * YouTube https://www.youtube.com/c/ElsaCharretierChannel/Want to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations.Learn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comAlso, check out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT. It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe

Daniel Warren Johnson joins me to talk comics, school me in manga, and tie it all back to music, vans, and wrestling. We talk about his recent experience winning a pair of Eisner Awards, and his upcoming series with Riley Rossmo, THE MOON IS FOLLOWING US, out in September.We geek out on APPLESEED, and Daniel talks about the pitch process DO A POWERBOMB, WONDER WOMAN; DEAD EARTH, BETA RAY BILL, and his current run on TRANSFORMERS. It’s a lot, but he has more in store for his fans soon.* Website https://www.danielwarrenart.com/* Instagram https://www.instagram.com/danielwarrenart/* Twitter https://twitter.com/danielwarrenart * Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dan.johnson.336333/* YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCq9yTxZlM04Boq9cypnLRUAWant to support TRADECRAFT and be awesome? Please share the show with people who you feel will benefit from these conversations.Learn more about the podcast, and me on my website.* https://www.jalexmorrissey.comCheck out my friend Kyle T Webster’s Substack, at THE ACCIDENTAL EXPERT It’s chockablock full of insightful creative and mindset information.Thanks for listening!TRADECRAFT is a community-supported publication and podcast. To receive new posts and podcast episodes, please consider becoming a free subscriber.. Get full access to TRADECRAFT at jalexmorrissey.substack.com/subscribe