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  • Join Frank of Geek Freaks as he talks with creators of all kinds about their craft and motivation. Hear from comic creators, directors, actors, podcasters, game developers, and more!
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Join Frank of Geek Freaks as he talks with creators of all kinds about their craft and motivation. Hear from comic creators, directors, actors, podcasters, game developers, and more!
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  • Exploring the Dark and Humorous Worlds of Comic Creation with Laurie Cunningham

    Exploring the Dark and Humorous Worlds of Comic Creation with Laurie Cunningham
    2024/10/29
    In this engaging episode of Geek Freaks, Frank sits down with Laurie Cunningham, a talented comic writer and editor at ASAP Imagination. Laurie shares insights into her unique storytelling approach, balancing dark humor with themes of identity, and her journey from writing to managing multiple projects within an interconnected comic universe. They dive into the creative process behind some of her well-loved works, such as "Sister Grimm" and "Babies with Rabies," and discuss the evolution of characters and the challenges of running a comic publishing company. Laurie also highlights exciting new projects, including current and upcoming Kickstarter campaigns that comic fans won’t want to miss. 00:00 - 01:06 - Introduction and Guest Welcome01:07 - 02:14 - Laurie’s Role at ASAP Imagination and Managing Comic Projects02:15 - 03:47 - The Origin of Babies with Rabies and Its Dark Humor Angle03:48 - 05:33 - Creating a Unique Gift for Parents with Babies with Rabies05:34 - 07:00 - Artistic Collaborations in Comic vs. Illustrated Books07:01 - 10:09 - Developing Sister Grimm and Its Unique Humor Amidst Dark Themes10:10 - 13:15 - Evolving Characters Like Lily in Sister Grimm13:16 - 17:19 - Building an Expansive Universe Through Multiple Titles and Character Arcs17:20 - 19:09 - Comic Book Collecting and Reading Orders for Fans19:10 - 22:50 - Behind-the-Scenes in Worldbuilding at ASAP Imagination22:51 - 28:00 - Exploring Current and Upcoming Kickstarter Projects Balancing Creativity and Management: Laurie shares how her time is divided between personal creative work and guiding new creators at ASAP Imagination.Crafting Unique Narratives: Laurie’s comics, like Babies with Rabies, blend dark humor with relatable parenting experiences, making them a unique gift for parents.Working with Artists: The creative process shifts depending on the project’s nature, with Laurie discussing the collaborative differences between comic and illustrated book artists.Expanding a Comic Universe: ASAP Imagination’s titles connect in a shared universe, allowing for depth in character development and crossover storylines while keeping each story self-contained for new readers.Kickstarter Success: ASAP Imagination has launched multiple Kickstarter campaigns for projects like Pong Bros, expanding their sci-fi wrestling genre and further diversifying their comic offerings. “Sometimes you get to a point where you're like, we need a joke here. Or it's just like, it's been a little too jokey. Let's murder someone and make things serious.”“Working with artists varies a lot – sometimes it’s just handing over the ideas and they nail it, other times it’s a true collaboration.”“With Babies with Rabies, it’s about bringing a little bit of humor to parenting because let’s be real, some days you either laugh or cry.” If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe to the Geek Freaks podcast and leave us a review on Apple Podcasts! Share your favorite insights on social media using #GeekFreaksPodcast and help us spread the word about Laurie Cunningham’s amazing work. Your support means the world to us! Geek Freaks News Source - The home of all things Geek Freaks!Follow ASAP Imagination for updates on new comics and KickstartersSpecial Kickstarter Links: Check out Laurie’s latest projects like Pong Bros and End of Z on Kickstarter! Facebook: The Geek Freaks PodcastInstagram: Geek FreaksThreads: Geek Freaks PodcastTwitter: @GeekFreaksPodPatreon: Support Us on Patreon Have a question or a topic you’d love for us to explore in future episodes? Send them in, and we might feature them in an upcoming show! We’d love to hear from you. comics, comic books, indie comics, Laurie Cunningham, ASAP Imagination, Geek Freaks Podcast, comic book publishing, dark humor, Babies with Rabies, Sister Grimm, Kickstarter campaigns, creative process, graphic novels
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    29 分
  • Exploring Galactic Worlds and Found Families with S. G. Blaise

    Exploring Galactic Worlds and Found Families with S. G. Blaise
    2024/10/16

    In this episode of Geek Freaks, host Frank sits down with the brilliant S. G. Blaise, author of The Last Lumenian series, and fandom development expert Jenny Stevens. Together, they dive into S. G.’s fantasy sci-fi world, exploring its rich characters, found family dynamics, and the incredible fan connections S. G. has built through immersive storytelling. They also discuss the upcoming release of S. G.’s fifth book and what it's like to bring her universe to life at Comic-Con events. Whether you're a fan of sci-fi, fantasy, or strong female characters, this episode is a must-listen!

    Timestamps and Topics:

    • 00:00 – Introduction: Meet S. G. Blaise and Jenny Stevens
    • 00:33 – Jenny’s Work in Fandom Development
    • 01:38 – S. G. Blaise Breaks Down The Last Lumenian World
    • 02:25 – The Complexity of Friendships in the Last Lumenian Series
    • 03:09 – Relating to Young Readers Through Real-life Struggles
    • 05:34 – How Personal Experiences Shaped the Last Lumenian Series
    • 08:00 – Blending Sci-Fi and Fantasy in S. G.’s World
    • 09:16 – Introducing the Gods: Order and Chaos
    • 17:53 – Worldbuilding: From Character to Culture
    • 22:32 – The Magic of Connecting with Fans at Events
    • 33:00 – Upcoming Virtual Book Tour: How You Can Participate

    Key Takeaways:

    • S. G. Blaise’s Last Lumenian series is a unique blend of sci-fi and fantasy, perfect for fans of Star Wars, Lord of the Rings, and Princess Bride.
    • The themes of found family and personal growth resonate deeply with fans, particularly younger readers.
    • S. G.’s writing is heavily influenced by her real-life experiences, including navigating grief, friendship struggles, and finding where she belongs.
    • Fans are essential to S. G.’s world, and she creates immersive experiences both in her books and at events like Comic-Con.
    • The upcoming fifth book in the Last Lumenian series will release in December, with a virtual book tour kicking off soon.

    Quotes:

    • "I like to call the Last Lumenian series Star Wars meets Lord of the Rings meets Princess Bride." – S. G. Blaise
    • "The more she encounters these problems, the more she realizes that she is so much more than she imagined." – S. G. Blaise on her protagonist Lila
    • "What S. G. does is allow these fans to be comfortable in their own space with her about the book. That is incredibly unique and very special." – Jenny Stevens

    Call to Action:
    Love this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe to Geek Freaks on your favorite podcast platform, leave us a review, and share this episode with your friends using the hashtag #GeekFreaksPodcast. Your support helps us continue to bring you the best in geek culture!

    Links and Resources:

    • Visit GeekFreaksPodcast.com for all the latest news discussed in this episode.
    • Follow S. G. Blaise and get updates on the Last Lumenian series at sgblaise.com.
    • Sign up for S. G. Blaise’s newsletter for exclusive access to her virtual book tour.

    Follow Us:

    • Facebook: TheGeekFreaksPodcast
    • Instagram: @geekfreakspodcast
    • Twitter: @geekfreakspod
    • Threads: @geekfreakspodcast
    • Patreon: GeekFreaksPodcast

    Listener Questions:
    Got a question or topic you’d love us to cover in future episodes? Drop us a line at GeekFreaksPodcast.com, and you might hear your suggestion in an upcoming episode!

    Apple Podcast Tags:
    Geek culture, sci-fi, fantasy, worldbuilding, S. G. Blaise, found family, comic con, fandom development, writing, young adult fiction, virtual book tour, Jenny Stevens, book release, author interview
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    36 分
  • Exploring the Universe of Blood World: Phoenix Throne with David Howard

    Exploring the Universe of Blood World: Phoenix Throne with David Howard
    2024/10/02

    In this episode, we sit down with David Howard, the brilliant mind behind Blood World: Phoenix Throne. We explore the expansive universe of his comic, where humanity's future hangs in the balance, caught between the competing visions of unchecked mutation, genetic engineering, and transhumanism. David dives into the story’s core, drawing inspiration from classic sci-fi and fantasy like Game of Thrones, Dune, and Mass Effect. We also get behind-the-scenes insights into his creative process, character development, and what’s next for Blood World.

    Timestamps and Topics:
    00:00 - Introduction and welcome
    00:14 - David Howard on Blood World: Phoenix Throne and its universe
    02:00 - Inspiration from sci-fi classics and modern technology
    04:50 - Factions and political tension in Blood World
    08:05 - The power struggle in the Ganymede monarchy
    11:29 - Themes of sacrifice and societal reflection
    15:20 - Building a collaborative vision with artists
    19:00 - The pacing and cliffhangers in Blood World
    22:48 - How you can get a copy of Blood World: Phoenix Throne

    Key Takeaways:

    • Blood World: Phoenix Throne explores a far-future where humanity faces critical choices about its evolution—mutation, genetic engineering, or transhumanism.
    • The story is deeply inspired by modern sci-fi and classic fantasy, mixing political intrigue with futuristic technology.
    • David Howard emphasizes the collaboration process with his artists, which helped bring his vivid world to life.
    • Themes of power, tradition, and progress versus preservation resonate throughout the comic, making it a reflection of today's societal struggles.

    Quotes:

    • "The whole universe is about three competing visions for the future of humanity—mutation, genetic engineering, and transhumanism."
    • "For all of our advancements by 2587, we're still fighting about many of the same things—religion, power, food, resources."
    • "It’s a collaboration. When I write, I want to give vivid sensory descriptions so that the artist can feel it and bring it to life."

    Call to Action:
    Loved this episode? Don’t forget to subscribe and leave us a review! Share your favorite moments on social media using the hashtag #GeekFreaksPodcast, and let us know what you’re most excited to see in Blood World.

    Links and Resources:

    • Stay up to date with all the latest news at GeekFreaksPodcast.com.
    • Follow David Howard and his journey in creating Blood World: Phoenix Throne via the links in the description.
    • Get your copy of Blood World: Phoenix Throne soon on the M1 Worldcom website!

    Follow Us:

    • Facebook: Geek Freaks Podcast
    • Threads: @geekfreakspodcast
    • Patreon: Geek Freaks Podcast
    • Instagram: Geek Freaks Podcast
    • Twitter: @geekfreakspod

    Listener Questions:
    Have questions for David or topics you’d like us to cover in future episodes? Send them our way, and you might hear them on the next show!

    Apple Podcast Tags:
    Geek culture, Blood World, Phoenix Throne, David Howard, Sci-fi comics, Transhumanism, Game of Thrones, Dune, Mass Effect, Cyberpunk, Comic books, World-building, Factions, Political intrigue
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    24 分

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