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The Life, Times and Beats of Jonny Phillip (Limbeck, Benjamins, Trapper Schoepp)
15 september 2025 · 1 uur 28 min
Drummer, producer and founder of Good Land Records Jon Phillip joins Dave for a heartfelt conversation about music, fandom, baseball, addiction, recovery, sobriety and friendship. Lees meer
The two talk influences, Guns N’Roses, Paul Westerberg, the Replacements, Metallica’s indelible legacy and Jon’s time drumming with Limbeck, The Benjamins, Tommy Stinson, Trapper Schoepp, Berwanger, Mini Meltdowns, and The Obsoletes.
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Matt Fraction's BATMAN Is Built For The Long Run
8 september 2025 · 51 min
Fresh off the release of Batman 1 , Eisner Award–winning writer Matt Fraction (Iron Man, Hawkeye, Fantastic Four, Godzilla, Sex Criminals) joins Dave to discuss launching a bold new era for the Dark Knight alongside veteran Batman artist Jorge Jimenez. Lees meer
The conversation covers Monarch: Legacy of Monsters, DC Comics’ creative renaissance, strategies for maintaining mental health, and diving back into the world of comic conventions. Plus: what piece of unreleased Todd McFarlane artwork once made Jim Lee snap? Matt shares the story from San Diego Comic Con
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Robert Kirkman & David Finch's Eight Year Comic Collaboration - SKINBREAKER
1 september 2025 · 34 min
Titans of industry David Finch (Batman, New Avengers) and Robert Kirkman (Invincible, The Walking Dead) join Dave to discuss their long-awaited new project, Skinbreaker. Lees meer
Eight years in the making, the comic reflects their shared creative impulses, dynamic world-building, and love of character design, with invaluable contributions from colorist Annalisa Leoni. They reflect on sources of inspiration, the power of simplicity in storytelling, and details behind the book’s deluxe newsprint treasury edition.
Dave shares with Robert why he threw Walking Dead across the room, plus, Metallica!
Skinbreaker is out September 24 at comic stores everywhere!
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Felipe Smith: Manga, Comics, and Storytelling – Part 2
25 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 6 min
Felipe Smith continues his reflections on working in Japan as a foreigner in the manga industry, discussing the politics of publishing and the cultural rules of depicting violence Lees meer
. He shares stories of meeting his hero Simon Bisley, lessons learned from Todd McFarlane, and the creative growth that came from collaborating with Tradd Moore On Robbie Reyes All New Ghost Rider.
Felipe also talks about founding the Cringe Musume podcast and his friendship with DJ 5DucK, working analog vs. digital, traveling abroad, and hints at upcoming projects.
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Felipe Smith: Manga, Comics, and Storytelling – Part 1
18 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 14 min
Writer and artist Felipe Smith joins Dave for an in-depth, two-part conversation exploring his career and acclaimed work on MBQ, Peepo Choo, TMNT, and All-New Ghost Rider. They dive into Felipe’s early inspirations growing up in Argentina, including Simon Bisley and Frank Frazetta. Felipe talks his groundbreaking achievement as the first Western artist to create a serialized manga in Japan, the intense demands of life as a mangaka, and the contrasts between U.S. and Japanese comic industries. Lees meer
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Jon Wayshak’s Cul-De-Sac, No Shortcuts, No Gimmicks
11 augustus 2025 · 48 min
Artist and illustrator Jonathan Wayshak joins Dave to talk about his upcoming Cul-de-sac comic book with Bad Idea, his recent work for Heavy Metal, and signing at the Todd McFarlane Spawn booth at SDCC. Lees meer
Wayshak reveals the materials and methods behind his creative process, explains why a strong script in comics makes all the difference. Plus: vampires, David Lynch, and Billy Joel!
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Daniel Warren Johnson: Greatness is Par for the Course (Kickstarter Art Book)
4 augustus 2025 · 46 min
Daniel Warren Johnson, Greatness is Par for the CourseEisner Award-winning comic book artist and writer Daniel Warren Johnson returns to discuss the making of The Art of Daniel Warren Johnson, his new, Kickstarter-funded, career-spanning monograph. He talks to Dave about his latest projects - Absolute Batman Annual, his creator owned Sci-Fi project, and covers for Deadpool and the DC KO Tournament - and the two discuss gratitude, tools of the trade, and DWJ’s latest obsession, golf. Lees meer
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Dan Schlissel of Stand Up! Records: Born Joking, Die Laughing
28 juli 2025 · 56 min
Stand Up! Records founder and Grammy-winning producer Dan Schlissel joins Dave for a wide-ranging conversation about comedy, music, and maintaining integrity. They discuss Dan’s family roots, his early fascination with American junk culture, Chick Tracts, punk record label (ISIM & ISIMIST), and the formative impact of seeing George Carlin at 17. Lees meer
Dan shares how he helped launch Slipknot’s career, his collaborations with Lewis Black, Mitch Hedberg, and Sam Miller, and why he believes that anything worthwhile always begins as a joke.
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Every Second Counts (Where Did All Our Free Time Go?)
21 juli 2025 · 35 min
'The Bear' has Dave wondering about the true cost of being so busy all the time. Has corporate exploitation robbed us of our free time? Dave talks business sense, Ticketmaster monopoly, the scam of streaming services, Turnstile, and draws parallels between the decline of comic books and vinyl records. Lees meer
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Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone: Why Trying New Things Matters
14 juli 2025 · 37 min
Dave is back from Heroes-Con, feeling fitter, happier and more productive. He shares his theory of small batch travel, finding authentic experiences beyond the beaten path and supporting local business. Dave talks Carolina BBQ, learning to love Radiohead, eating under the influence, Mission District Tacos, and the revolutionary act of introducing new people to new things. Lees meer
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Chip Zdarsky Is Great, Again!
7 juli 2025 · 1 uur 17 min
Chip Zdarsky returns to the podcast to talk about writing Marvel’s new Captain America series, and to try and make sense of how Zdarsky Comic News (ZCN) landed a 2025 Eisner Award nomination. The two talk manga, Japan, the current state of the comics industry, Tom Waits, and Zdarsky’s surprising new best friend, Pedro Pascal. Lees meer
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Stan Sakai's Wise Words (Usagi Yojimbo Creator)
30 juni 2025 · 32 min
Part 2 of Dave’s conversation with comic book legend Stan Sakai. The two discuss Stan’s early fanzine contributions, his writing process, collaborating with Peach Momoko, the long-lasting importance of friendship, and Usagi Yojimbo’s infinite future. Lees meer
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Alice Darrow's Guide To The Apocalypse
23 juni 2025 · 1 uur 8 min
For the Season 4 premiere, Dave welcomes artist and animator Alice Darrow to the podcast. Lees meer
They discuss Alice’s debut comic release Tramps of the Apocalypse , her unexpected influences and unique process for creating a bold, vivid and satirical work. They talk political chaos, untangling conventional narratives, and the constant work of fending off gratuitous cruelty.
Tramps Of The Apocalypse 1 is out on 6/25 from Dark Horse Comics!
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This Man, These Monsters, The Art Of Dave Correia
2 juni 2025 · 1 uur 23 min
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New Orleans-born, Bay Area-raised artist Dave Correia joins the podcast for the season three finale to discuss artistic camaraderie, influences, and the drive, ambition, and execution needed for an independent creative life.
The Daves discuss comic convention culture, Jaws, John Carpenter, Bernie Wrightson, The Last of Us, Zero Friends, Alex Pardee, color, cosmic horror, overcoming creative blocks, and the ultimate importance of knowing why you like what you like.
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Liam Finn - Into The Hyperverse
26 mei 2025 · 1 uur 31 min
Liam Finn has spent his entire life surrounded by music. He is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, singer, and member of the New Zealand band Crowded House. Liam’s father, Neil Finn, is a founding member of Crowded House, who Liam now tours and records with. Lees meer
In this episode Dave talks with Liam about the power of music, not paying billionaires, performing live, opening for Eddie Vedder, his first band Betchadupa and growing up on tour with a musical family.
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Rob Sheridan: From Rags To Glitches (Nine Inch Nails, Pearl Jam)
19 mei 2025 · 1 uur 53 min
Artist, creative director, writer, and illustrator Rob Sheridan joins Dave to discuss his creative process and work designing groundbreaking stage visuals for Nine Inch Nails and Pearl Jam. They talk about the impact of technology on creativity and what it means for the future of digital media, Sheridan’s comic High Level (DC/Vertigo), album art, bonding with Trent Reznor, Quake, Glitch Goods, and the enduring legacy of the dancing baby meme. Lees meer
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Jar Jar Binks Was Right All Along... And I'll Prove It!
12 mei 2025 · 29 min
In this episode, Dave takes a look at the church of Star Wars. He talks about the lasting impact of George Lucas’ visionary work, prequel love, and his distain for the misguided fans intent on bringing the whole galaxy down. Lees meer
He looks back at the material that spawned the ‘90s resurgence and how the success of Andor, Asoka and The Mandalorian signal a bright future for the franchise.
Plus, an overabundance of love for our favorite Gungan, Jar Jar Binks (Darth Jar Jar?)
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Confessions Of A Hockey Stick Hustler
5 mei 2025 · 48 min
Dave shares stories of NHL mischief at Madison Square Garden, corporate exploitation, and the long con that may have single handedly devalued an entire segment of the collectables world. Also Sinners, the promise of Ryan Coogler and a quick rundown of what Dave is currently reading, watching and listening to. Lees meer
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The Good & Bad Ideas Of Dinesh Shamdasani
28 april 2025 · 1 uur 46 min
Comic Book Publisher, Collector, entrepreneur and comic fan Dinesh Shamdasani joins Dave for a wide ranging and candid conversation. From his time growing up in Hong Kong to his film studies at USC and breaking into Hollywood to Comics publishing, Dinesh has stories to tell. Lees meer
They discuss all things Bad Idea, Planet Death, C2E2, Valiant Comics, original art, community, action movies and Wizard Magazine.
Plus, a guest appearance from resident Turok fan & menace, Comic Tim.
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Going Postal In A Pandemic - My USPS Story
21 april 2025 · 1 uur 2 min
Dave tells the harrowing story of his time working for the United States Post Office during the COVID-19 pandemic. He looks back on how the tyrannical management, torrential weather and relentless schedule led to chronic physical injury and, ultimately, starting his own business. Special shoutout to Sherman the Dog, Superman, and the special place in hell reserved for Amazon packages. Lees meer
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Chris Farren - Another Perfect Podcast Guest
14 april 2025 · 1 uur 13 min
Musician (Antarctigo Vespucci & Fake Problems), artist and kindred spirit Chris Farren joins Dave for a conversation about creativity, collaboration, songwriting and Billy Joel. Lees meer
He shares the story on how he met long-time friend and collaborator, Jeff Rosenstock.
Chris talks about his early touring days, influences, Korn, Florida, Mall Music, Batman, podcasting, becoming internet famous and staying out of his own way.
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Demon In A Bottle Part II
24 maart 2025 · 44 min
52 episodes in and ahead of a much needed 2 week break, Dave reflects on 11 years of sobriety. He talks about his pivotal move from New York to the West Coast, avoiding the plight of idle hands, clean(er) living, and cutting ties. Lees meer
Also, few thoughts quick thoughts on Jon Bolerjack Stan Lee Documentary Kickstarter - ‘nuff said.
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Eddie Vedder, An American Spirit
17 maart 2025 · 32 min
A long drive to Emerald City Comic Con has Dave thinking back on his time as an autograph hunter, meeting Peter Jackson, eating Clive Davis’ donuts, and the good fortune that led to time spent with Eddie Vedder and Mike McCready of Pearl Jam from Montreal to New York! Lees meer
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Sanford Green: Art Is The Only Thing We Have
11 maart 2025 · 1 uur 36 min
Award winning artist Sanford Greene joins Dave for a conversation about comics, culture, community and music. They discuss the restless state of the world, battling nonsense with legitimacy, Michael Golden, early anime, the power of Public Enemy, and 90s comic art. Greene talks about his teaching role, his hip-hop variant covers, upcoming Doom treasury and the return of Bitter Root. Lees meer
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Keeping Craft Alive With Shawn Crystal (Coffee Talk)
3 maart 2025 · 1 uur 39 min
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Comic artist and Inkpulp founder Shawn Crystal joins Dave for a conversation about humor, leadership, craft and coffee. The two recap last year’s Original Art Expo (OAX), share perspectives on collecting and selling artwork, and discuss the proliferation of digital processes in today’s art world.
Also, skate graphics, Cezanne, the wizardry of Bill Sienkiewicz and a peek into Shawn’s upcoming art book and kickstarter.
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Ready Player Dave, Your Favorite Marvel Rival
24 februari 2025 · 41 min
Dave talks about his recent obsession with the new Marvel Rivals game, and how his addictive personality sometimes leads him down a slippery slope. Lees meer
After reminiscing about the golden days of Nintendo 64's GoldenEye 007, Dave shares his thoughts on Captain America - Brave New World (no spoilers!), meeting Anthony Mackie, and the national treasure that is Harrison Ford.
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Jim Ward : Think Big Talk Small (Sparta & At The Drive In)
17 februari 2025 · 1 uur 6 min
Dave welcomes special guest and prolific musician Jim Ward to the podcast. They discuss Jim’s work with At the Drive-In, Sparta, and Sleepercar, the early influence of Steely Dan and Billy Joel, the curse of major labels and the sometimes brutal work of doing your best. Lees meer
Playlist of Songs Mentioned: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2zXZx3CRvfVo1ThQGXy4C0?si=be3d586501cb46a6
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A Dave For Dark Times
10 februari 2025 · 42 min
It’s the 46th episode and things are dark. Dave talks briefly about the current state of US politics and shares a fond remembrance of legendary artist David Lynch. Lees meer
He recaps his recent trip to the 2nd annual Original Art Expo (OAX), a bout with the Florida Flu, bullies, and the professional hazard of dealing with the stupid.
Dave shares reader submitted comfort movies, talks The Coen Brothers, and examines the impact that classic fandom has on his own creative process.
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Fincher, Reznor and Ross - The Comfort Network
3 februari 2025 · 33 min
Need a break? We all do sometimes.
Dave talks comfort movies and how a familiar film - good or bad - can make you feel at ease. He discusses David Fincher's The Social Network and his body of work, Nosferatu, the second coming of Trent Reznor, and how billionaire villains prove that money always makes a monster. Lees meerIf you are interested in Fincher's filmography check out Seven, Fight Club, Social Network, Mank, and The Game.
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Alex Pardee’s Colorful Horror
27 januari 2025 · 1 uur 24 min
Artist Pardee joins Dave and talks about how his earliest inspirations - Garbage Pail Kids, Santa Cruz Skateborads, Tales From the Crypt and Gary Larsen’s Far Side comics - formed the recipe for his unique and colorful artistic style. Lees meer
They discuss how the positive power of art can help quiet an anxious mind, the glory days of Tower Records, David Fincher and the hustle involved in building something from nothing.
Alex’s talks about his recent character design work on Hulu’s Mr. Crocket and reflects on his recent Return Of The Dopplegangers exhibition at Harman Projects.
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DJ Skeme Richards, THE Nostalgia King
20 januari 2025 · 1 uur 58 min
Dave sits down for an in-depth conversation with global DJ, cultural alchemist, foodie, and ambassador of nostalgia, Skeme Richards. The two discuss early musical inspirations and the youth driven culture collision of New York’s early rap and punk scenes, and compare notes on time spent in Japan. Lees meer
Skeme explains the connections between his role as musical conductor and pop culture preservationist, what separates true DJs from the rest of the pack and how he is reclaiming nostalgia for the future.
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An American Kaiju in Japan
13 januari 2025 · 1 uur 15 min
Dave shares his (almost) daily diary of audio recordings from Tokyo and talks book hunting, Japan Comic Art Expo, Tokyo Comic Con, meeting Peach Momoko and the surreal city that he is quickly falling in love with. Lees meer
Dave shares his original art commission by Shintaro Kago, talks local cuisine, coffee, Godzilla, praises the lost art of walking, and discusses the value and promise of new partnerships. And more coffee.
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Konnichiwa From Japan
6 januari 2025 · 32 min
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In the season 3 opener, Dave is recording live from Koenji, Japan. He marvels at the cohesive, functioning society there, and the distinct appreciation for all things pop culture. Dave reflects on the year of work that made the trip possible, tips his hat in appreciation to Ed Piskor’s Manga Quest, and recaps the first the coffee, food, art, and books he’s found so far. Also - Godzilla!!
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Given To Fly
2 december 2024 · 38 min
The season 2 finale is here, and Dave is off to Tokyo to rewire, refresh and reset ahead of the new year. He talks plans and expectations for the trip while straddling the line between excitement and apathy. After all, how different can the egg salad really be? Lees meer
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Mark Bagley, Spider-Man Expert : An Interview
24 november 2024 · 1 uur 19 min
Mark Bagley talks with Dave about the events that brought him to Marvel Comics in the late 1980’s, his career defining work on Amazing Spider-Man in the early 1990’s, and his now classic work on Venom: Lethal Protector and Maximum Carnage. The two discuss Bagley’s work on the 1994 Fleer trading card set, Wizard magazine, Life Story With Chip Zdarsky, and encounters with Jim Shooter and Erik Larsen. Lees meer
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We the Collectors
18 november 2024 · 33 min
Regime change aside, and with community on his mind, Dave has some questions. What drives us to collect and where do we search for new perspectives that differ from our own? What drives a hobby to become more diverse? After fortifying our existing relationships, do we really need to look for more? Exactly how high do you need to be before you forget to hit the play button? Beatles or Stones? Perhaps he’ll find the answers during his upcoming trip to Japan. Lees meer
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The Long, Slow Murder Of Comics
11 november 2024 · 37 min
Dave swims upstream against the relentless hype machine that has been fueling predatory capitalism since the early ’90s. Continuing the conversation of the death of physical media, Dave reminisces about DVD commentaries and extras. He talks about fan communities, the importance of rest and his upcoming trip to Japan. Lees meer
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Nostalgia, the Laziest Point of View
4 november 2024 · 45 min
Continuing the thread from last week’s episode, Dave laments the disappearance of physical media and disowns the inexcusable failures of streaming platforms. He discusses Alan Moore’s recently published perspective on fandom and reflects on how nostalgia suffocates open-mindedness. Lees meer
PLUS, a special shoutout to the NSDC Podcast.
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Hate First, Watch Later
28 oktober 2024 · 58 min
Dave talks about the culture of criticism that has infiltrated the current media landscape and tries to decipher the negativity that fuels this new world of preemptive scrutiny. He looks Furiosa, and Joker: Folie à Deux as recent victims of this trend and runs through the Batman film canon as evidence that DC Comic stories make better movies. Lees meer
And a bonus story about a mysterious gated community
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Daniel Warren Johnson, The Most Gracious Man In Comics
21 oktober 2024 · 58 min
Daniel Warren Johnson returns to the podcast to discuss a handful of new projects, his recent Eisner awards, Steven Spielberg, a mystery comic that paid the rent, and supplementing stories with music. DJW shares updates on his current Transformers work, an upcoming Kickstarter, and talks about J.R.R. Tolkien and the companionship that inspiration brings to a normal life. Lees meer
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The Listener And The Voice
14 oktober 2024 · 32 min
Dave checks in and is feeling his age. He discusses mental health, legacy and carrying the weight of others, in a frank and open discussion. The question of "what is my legacy?" is asked. Lees meer
As always, he turns toward the positive and talks about a much needed jolt from Jack White, and the destructive power of Alabama Shakes.
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Jim Mahfood is The Savage Street Vigilante
7 oktober 2024 · 1 uur 19 min
Artist and creator Jim Mahfood returns to the podcast to discuss his new project Savage Street Vigilante. Mahfood and Dave talk about why Pittsburgh is a paradise of comics, the current collector market, bootlegs and zine culture, the magic of physical media and the powerful act of answering to no-one. Lees meer
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I'm Just A Schmuck With A Mic
30 september 2024 · 38 min
Is it a rant? Is it diarrhea of the mouth? A cacophony of contradictions? In this episode Dave lets out his truth, while keeping in mind that there is two sides to every story. Lees meer
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The Many Faces Of Evan Weiss
23 september 2024 · 1 uur 49 min
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Dave sits down with friend and prolific musician Evan Weiss (Into It. Over It., Pet Symmetry & more). Evan talks growing up in New Jersey, early inspiration, the importance of Green Day’s Dookie in forming his first band. He shares what it takes to break even while recording, managing a record label and running a successful Patreon. The two agree to disagree on ‘The Bear,’ formulate the perfect Guitar Center prank and talk their favorite band, Pearl Jam.
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Recommended listening (Albums)
Into It Over It - Figure, Standards, Intersections
Pet Symmetry - Pets Hounds , Vision
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I Know What You Did THIS Summer
16 september 2024 · 35 min
After some time away, and ahead of his channel’s 3 year anniversary, Dave recaps the past month. He talks about his trip to Pittsburgh for Eddie P. Con, comic hunting with Jim Rugg, his new home studio, and recent conversation with Kevin Devine. Dave shares an awkward moment he once shared with Metallica’s James Hetfield, talking Marilyn Manson with Johnny Depp, and the time he caught Jon Stewart hilariously off-guard. Lees meer
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Kevin Devine And The Goddamn Dave (An Interview)
9 september 2024 · 1 uur 31 min
Songwriter and musician Kevin Devine joins Dave for an expansive conversation about music, nostalgia, pro-wrestling, humor, geekdom and all things in-between. Lees meer
They discuss the earnest will of 90’s frontmen, the importance of context in creativity, and power of sobriety. Kevin shares stories from his long career, discusses his new podcast “Give it a Chance,” and reflects on the inspiration for releasing material direct to Patreon since 2020. The conversation is, hopefully, the first of many between Kevin and Dave, as long as the FBI doesn’t shut them down first.
Kevin's Patreon https://www.patreon.com/kevindevine/posts
Give It A Chance Podcast (Kevin & Casey Jost) https://open.spotify.com/show/4dIdd0Te0IqsdvXTdtszWM?si=b1981f9c6b1c456b
Everything else - www.kevindevine.net
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Feel the Feelings
26 augustus 2024 · 39 min
Ahead of his upcoming trip to Pittsburgh for the inaugural Eddie P. Con (Honoring the legacy of Ed Piskor), Dave reflects on a busy week and answers some subscriber questions. He talks music as therapy, New York memories and details his top (and bottom) 3 comic book movies. Lees meer
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Bart Sears - Muscles On Top Of Muscles
19 augustus 2024 · 1 uur 42 min
Veteran artist Bart Sears joins Dave to talk about his long career in comics. They discuss his early work with TSR and Hasbro, examine the industry decline of the 1990s and Sears’ work on C.O.P.S., G.I. Joe, Justice League, Violator, Blade, Turok, Heavy Metal, Wizard Magazine, CrossGen and the early days of Valiant. Lees meer
Bart's Website - www.Bartsearsart.com
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The Swagglehaus Interview
12 augustus 2024 · 1 uur 35 min
Dave sits down with Mickey Finnegan, the writer, director, comic collector and YouTube content creator better known as Swagglehaus. Mickey talks about his career and award winning commercial work with artists LMFAO, Mike Tyson, and Soulja Boy, his short film ‘Mom Fight’ and the origins of his YouTube channel. The two discuss their mutual love of film, Edgar Wright, Weird Al Yankovic, the endearing art of professional wrestling and ask the question, “where does nostalgia go from here?” Lees meer
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Dave Vs. Deadpool Vs. The World
5 augustus 2024 · 39 min
A woefully sleep deprived Dave recaps a busy week. He discusses the new Deadpool & Wolverine movie and attempts to answer the question we’ve all been asking - will Doom prevail? Dave celebrates Ed Piskor’s recent Eisner award and in the spirit of positivity and gratitude gives thanks to the friends and small businesses that keep comics headed in the right direction. Lees meer
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