SURPRISE! Yes, a random show that Aaron has been thinking about doing is now here. Will it last? Well...that is kind of up to y'all.

In today's episode, Aaron discusses X-Men 97, Doctor Who, and news from around the small press publishing and indie comic world.

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Meet Corissa Grant, a novelist turned comic book creator with a passion for gore. Join the prelaunch for her new comic here.

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Continuing our discussion on life in indie comics, Chuck continues to provide insight into the things he has experienced. 

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Live from three different quarantine zones, Aaron, Matt, and guest Chuck Pineau discuss all that is going on behind the scenes in the industry right now. Plus, we sidetrack into discussions about dealing with comic cons, local comic shops, selling comics, and pitching yourself. 

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This week, hosts Matt & Aaron continue their discussion with Kat Mela, and move into her taking her first steps into illustrating comic books, and what it has been like getting involved with a publishing company.

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In today's episode (deep breath), we begin our discussion with illustrator & Catalyst Comics Social Media Manager, Kat Mela. She takes us through her experience in going to school for Art, as well as the challenges she has faced getting to where she wants to go. 

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Join hosts Aaron and Matt as they continue the discussion about Kickstarter, and the hiccups they have met along the way. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production.

Join hosts Aaron and Matt as they talk about Kickstarter, and the hiccups they have met along the way.

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***EXPLICIT CONTENT WARNING*** There is the use of unedited adult language in this recording.

Comic book editor, creator, and reviewer, Chuck Pineau continues the discussion on editing comics, as well as the current ongoings with Marvel and DC.

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This week, we begin our discussion with comic book editor, creator, and reviewer, Chuck Pineau. 

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Join hosts Aaron and Matt as they answer a bunch of questions that you, our listeners, have submitted online. 

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In a continuation of last weeks conversation, today, Matt and Aaron are discussing what happens when you submit your work to an indie publisher. Also, the truth about making money in the beginning, as well as the impending war of distribution in indie comics.

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Part 2 of our conversation with Todd Rayner brings a deeper look into creativity, and the use of crowdfunding to further creative endeavors.

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So you have a concept, or you're an illustrator, and you want to take on indie comic books. Well, what happens next? That is our discussion point for the next few episodes, and it begins here. 

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Welcome to the madness! You might be wondering, why would we have an indie comics podcast? Well, in this introductory episode, we will give you an inside scoop to our own background, and what you should expect coming up in future episodes. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com 

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Creating indie comics has a lot of moving parts... we figured it was time to let our experiences of success and failure help shed a light on some of the finer details of undertaking such a task.

Meet Todd Rayner, creator of Icepick & Annabelle comic book series, who discusses his journey into the indie comic book market. 

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Part 2 of our conversation with Edward Davis brings in the scope of that creators are dealing with in today's market.

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Ed Davis is a friend and collaborator who is dedicated to telling fantastic stories and pushing himself to a higher caliber. With stories like Immortal Era, and the upcoming Corruptor series, we knew everyone would want to hear from someone in the indie world that is doing it right.

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After last weeks episode, we return with Rob Guillory. You may know him from titles like Chew and Farmhand. With a new book released, we ask Rob about creativity and the industry.

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Rob Guillory is our first guest for the reboot. You may know him from titles like Chew and Farmhand. With a new book released, we ask Rob about creativity and the industry.

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Beards And Comics Podcast is ending... sort of... Let's talk about it. 

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That's it, no more... we're done!!!!... For the year. Here is a very short podcast episode just to update everyone on the end of the year and how we will be coming back in January. Much love! See you in 2022. 

Aaron smashes the solo button to talk a bit about building your crowd.

The premiere episode of a joint venture between Sovereign Comics own Tyr Jackson and Catalyst Comics Studio's Aaron Dowen & Jessica Thornton. This show shows off some of our friends live crowdfunding efforts, while allowing us to lay down voiceovers of their elevator pitches.

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A lot of people try to fit in, when the question should be asked if fitting in even matters. Matt and Aaron discuss their growth in the industry, and the shift in their mindsets.

ONE LAST JOB 1-2 is available now on Kickstarter.

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On the road, Aaron discusses what it is like, and where his mindset is, while being a week into a fresh Kickstarter Campaign. ONE LAST JOB 1-2 is available now on Kickstarter.

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On the road, Matt and Aaron discuss a bit of Squid Games, storytelling, and our thoughts on single issues vs trades.

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In this short episode, we discuss why so many creatives have to pretend they are tough. Look, we are creative types, some of the most empathetic on the planet... so... chill with the being hard up.

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Why is everyone holding onto their best work? Matt and Aaron discuss the... ins and outs... of giving just the tips.

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Matt and Aaron sit down to discuss our current look into finances for projects, and what it means to attempt to be money-wise. 

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He... has... returned... So, let's discuss changes within the company. 

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Welcome to BRANCHES! This is a brand new subscriber-only show for our Bearded Society members. Join us on a journey of discovering great habits to elevate your craft.

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Aaron is back for another Solo Button episode, and this one is dedicated to discussing creating secondary characters.

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Let's take it bare-bones today, just Aaron... just talking...

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Joe Benevento's second part of the interview is full of more writing tips, as well as, information about his new book "My Perfect Wife, Her Perfect Son", available here.

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Could it be... THE FINAL EPISODE?! Naw, chill. Just us talking and sounding almost like it could be.

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Recorded late the night before it needed to come out, we are talking about when you know it is time to give it up, fighting burn out, and challenging yourself.

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Live from our panel at Greenville NC Comic Con... let's bring you through the journey of making comics!

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THE Brian Stelfreeze (Black Panther, Thomas River, Day  Men...) and THE Doug Wagner (Plastic, Vinyl, Thomas River...) continue in the conversations from last week, discussing success, art school, and the creators mental state.

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We are joined by THE Brian Stelfreeze (Black Panther, Thomas River, Day Men...) and THE Doug Wagner (Plastic, Vinyl, Thomas River...) to discuss what creativity is, and all the different moving parts therein. Get that notebook handy, because it is one heck of a ride. If you have any questions you would like answered, send them to us through catalystcomicsstudio.com Beards and Comics is a Catalyst Comics Studio production. *Did you know you can support the show? Check out buymeacoffee.com/beardsandcomics to keep us making great content like this

A show dedicated to discussing the creation of the realms, worlds, and universes that our guest's comic books are set in. Dive deep into the headspace of the creators as we get serious, joke around, and ultimately learn more.

Episode 4! That means it must be KARLA NAPPI! Let's dive into the sci-fi world of Duplicant.

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More venting on a discussion about the importance of a publisher, and how much of the industry is still a "who you know"

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Part venting, all real talk. In this weeks episode we are discussing the roles that work-for-hire contracts need to (but typically don't) play, as well as pitching, and how we research while creating content.

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Answering questions, discussing our slant on the industry, and the current things that we are facing as a studio.

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More questions came in, which means more answers will get dished out... which of course means it launches us into full discussions about other issues and things that we face as publishers. We hope you are all enjoying these lowkey episodes. 

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Author and writing professor Joe Benevento joins the fellas to discuss the depths of a 40-year education career, and everything (well a lot of what) he knows about writing.

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A show dedicated to discussing the creation of the realms, worlds, and universes that our guest's comic books are set in. Dive deep into the headspace of the creators as we get serious, joke around, and ultimately learn more.

Our third episode is with Doug Wagner about the world's in which he tells the stories of Vinyl, Plastic, and Thomas River.

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Aaron lies again about guests, and instead him and Matt answer submitted questions! We talk about the origin's of Tilt, our thoughts on manga, and some other stuff. 

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