Best How To Draw Comics Podcast Podcasts (2025)

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All About Online Shops 1:05:44

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Is it possible to run an online shop without burning out? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler teach how to make your shop work for you (rather than becoming a slave to it). 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.…

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Ruling The Broadcast TV Era & Navigating Hollywood's Landscape 1:10:18

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He has entertained tens of millions of people over the course of four decades with iconic film and TV appearances, yet he remains humble and modest - He is Mystic Pizza, Falcon Crest and Perry Mason (to name a few!) actor, William R. Moses! His Mom, Marian McCargo and big brothers, Rick and Harry Moses were in the business and, although his step-da…

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How to improve SEO for webcomics 1:10:17

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Now that comic creators are returning to websites, SEO (search engine optimization) is once again a hot topic. We'll talk about methods to help search engines index comics. Also, if Brad and Dave were to design a four-year degree for cartoonists, what classes would be on the curriculum? Today's show SEO for webcomics Should you use alt text on soci…

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What is a Starred Review and Why Does It Matter? 1:05:44

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How important are starred reviews to the life of your children’s book? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Samantha Cotterill explain what they are and whether or not you need them to succeed. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.…

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Exploring Family Band Dynamics & Testing 'Cowsills' Knowledge with Vicki Peterson, John Cowsill & Bob Cowsill 1:11:24

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It's a return trip down the Media Path for Vicki and John and this time Bob is along for fun, games and Cowsill family lore! We welcome back Vicki Peterson and John Cowsill, who recently joined us to talk about their collaboration on a new album of songs written by John's late brothers, Billy and Barry Cowsill, 'Long After the Fire', plus fellow fo…

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The Eyes Have It 1:03:05

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Today's show is sponsored by Dreamhost. The first step in owning and controlling your own work is creating a website, and Brad and Dave have relied on Dreamhost for years. Check out Dreamhost.com/comiclab to find out how you can lock in a rate of $2.59/month for three years! Every beginning cartoonist agonizes over drawing eyes! Why is that — and w…

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Saying Goodbye to Will Terry 1:02:18

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It’s the end of an era: Will Terry is retiring from SVSLearn. Join Jake Parker and Lee White to learn what he’s been working on and the lessons he’s learned along the way. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.…

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Episode 74 - How Comic Writers REALLY Choose Artists w Michael Oden 1:44:00

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We’re back with another episode of the How to Draw Comics Podcast, and tonight I’m joined by writer and comic creator Michael Oden, the man behind Elysian Fields: Reborn.In this episode, we’re unpacking the comic creation process from the writing side. Michael shares what it’s like working with artists, what he personally looks for when choosing th…

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How To Make Pop Culture History & The Creative Depths Of Rock Stardom with Rick Springfield 1:12:33

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The whole world knows Rick Springfield, the performer, songwriter, idol, rock star, actor, hitmaker....but the real Rick is an introspective deep thinker who has overcome wrenching personal and professional obstacles while remaining true to his purpose and authentic self. Rick joins us this week to talk about a remarkable career trajectory, a new a…

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Who are you? What do you do? Why should I care? 1:04:04

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Today's show is sponsored by Dreamhost. The first step in owning and controlling your own work is creating a website, and Brad and Dave have relied on Dreamhost for years. Check out Dreamhost.com/comiclab to find out how you can lock in a rate of $2.59/month for three years! Your social media profile needs to answer three questions clearly: Who are…

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Do You Find Your Art Style, or Does It Find You? 1:14:21

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Is your artistic voice discovered or created? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Anthony Wheeler share how to unlock a style that feels uniquely you. Sign up for Lee White’s watercolor workshop in Spain 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and sho…

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Episode 73 - The Raw Awesomeness of 90s Comics w/Patrick Blaine 1:16:05

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So guess what? We're finally back - and boy, do we have a treat for you. Remember those epic 90s comics that used to keep you up way past bedtime? The ones with art so cool you'd try to copy it onto every notebook you owned? Yeah, we're diving into all of that good stuff.We've got Patrick Blaine hanging out with us, and between you and me, this con…

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The Persistent Draw of Titanic & A New Perspective On A Historic Tragedy 1:05:07

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Author, performer, podcaster, interviewer and host Nelson Aspen has covered a lot of ground in his highly prolific career, but he continues to return to one spot in particular, figuratively speaking: 41°43'32" N, 49°56'49" W...better known as the location of the most well known and intensely chronicled sea-faring vessel in history: White Star Line'…

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Special Guest Scott C 59:40

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Cartoonist Scott C joins us to discuss his artistic journey. He discusses his beginnings, including art directing Psychonauts and Brutal Legend for Double Fine Productions, as well as his first webcomic, Double Fine Action Comics. He shares valuable insights on working with watercolors and creating graphic novels for younger readers. His paintings …

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My Coworker Used AI Art in Her Children’s Book 1:09:30

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Is AI driving illustrators to extinction? Jake Parker, David Hohn, and Samantha Cotterill explore the nuances of launching your art career amid modern technology. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.…

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The Business of Child Stardom & A Family of Hollywood Trailblazers with Keith Coogan 1:01:15

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When family stories become show biz stories, the world listens. Fitting that very bill we’ve got actor Keith Coogan, the grandson of the original child star, Jackie Coogan, whose namesake law in the state of California, is the first to safeguard the rights of young performers in Hollywood. Keith talks about growing up with this legend plus his own …

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Pixels aren't permanent 1:01:17

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Is it OK to change your comic after you've already sent it to your audience? The guys also tackle tariffs, ISBNs, bar codes, and offering comics to charity organizations. Today's show Making a change to a comic after it's "out there" Susan MacTaggart's personal affirmation UPDATE: Tariffs on books?? ISBNs and bar codes for self-published books Comi…

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Am I Wasting My Time? 1:03:15

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How can I know if my project will succeed (before I dedicate my life to it)? Can I start painting yet? Is social media still worth the effort? Jake Parker and Lee White offer insights on these questions (plus a behind-the-scenes glimpse of their current projects). 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a …

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Narration or Dialogue? 1:10:29

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It's a jam-packed show this week! Brad and Dave argue over the better delivery for story exposition — dialogue or narration. Dave is discontinuing international shipping; Brad gets his Wikipedia updates; and the guys agree that Dee Fish does autobio comics right. Then Dave does another behind-the-scenes analysis of his recent Kickstarter, talking a…

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Is It Time to Go All In? 1:34:48

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Are you ready to fully commit to your craft? David Hohn, Anthony Wheeler, and Lee White discuss overcoming art block, the risks of art careers, and how to know when you’re ready to go big. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes…

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The Complexities of Adolescence & The Real Life Drama of Medicine with Lesley Boone, Dina and Ryder Friedman 1:06:32

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We have entered an exciting new TV drama era in which creators are immersing viewers in the gritty, heart wrenching details of real life trauma. We are celebrating this provocative and inspiring new chapter by focusing on two of the most buzz-worthy shows in the stream-os-phere, The Pitt on Max and Adolescence on Netflix - Prepare for a fresh frame…

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Paint the Wall Red: Conjuring Creativity 59:39

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In a recent interview for the National Cartoonists Society, Greg Evans (the creator of the newspaper comic strip "Luanne") spoke about painting a single wall in his studio red. Mel Lazarus, creator of the syndicated strips "Momma" and "Miss Peach," told him that the color red was proven to increase creative thoughts. This resulted in one burning qu…

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Will They Steal My Idea? 59:34

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What makes a good hobby, and do you need one? Should you worry about sharing your ideas too soon? And what if someone copies your project? Jake Parker, Sam Cotterill, and David Hohn debate these questions and offer their wisdom. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here…

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Autobiohazard: Drawing the Line Between Fact and Fiction 1:14:38

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Where's the line between an autobiographical comic and a semi-autobiographical one — between "based upon" and "inspired by"? And when does the whole thing veer directly into fiction?? Plus... Dave Kellett shares real numbers from his recent Kickstarter, and we arrive at a jaw-dropping conclusion: Bluesky is it. The Webcomics Handbook will publish a…

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Breaking into Comics in 2025 with Shawn Crystal 1:18:44

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Can you make it as a comic artist in 2025? Is this a dying market? Shawn Crystal gives his take on the modern comic industry and shares his advice to anyone hoping to see their work in print. Join the conversation! 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this epis…

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"I have a useless degree... and I love it!" 1:13:08

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As they attempt to save the marriage of one of their listeners, Brad and Dave consider the best path for a cartoonist who wishes to pursue a master's degree. Would a Master's in Fine Arts be the right choice, or would a Master's in Business Administration be the better option? Considering the expense, perhaps the best choice is to avoid both! After…

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A Dynamo's Impact On Showbiz & Tracing The Timeline Of Women In Comedy with Jo Anne Worley 1:06:17

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The exuberantly effervescent Jo Anne Worley, queen of the quip and paradigm of the pizzazz, turns our studio into a cabaret club this week, dazzling and delighting with stories of show biz daring do… her fearless stage style, her bold reach for brilliance, behind the scenes lore from the set of Laugh-In and a fabulous flurry of anecdotes and memori…

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The Nine Lives of Art 1:14:35

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How many ways can you monetize one illustration? Jake Parker, Lee White, and Will Terry teach how to make art that keeps on giving, plus how to popularize your IP and more! 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.…

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Was Sinatra a Good Tipper + Dolly, Cher & More Stories From A Legendary Comic & Opener to the Stars! 55:35

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We've always suspected that the key to uniting our polarized nation may lie in our shared entertainment, and now we have definitive proof. It comes in the form of comedian Bobby Collins who has toured our nation and beyond, many times over, performing in states of every color, at USO and U.S. embassy shows abroad, and at political events for both p…

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Running gag ... or running out of steam? 1:00:49

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When does a running gag stop being funny — and where does it start, for that matter? Cartoonists Brad and Dave must first agree on what a running gag is! Next, they'll talk about aesthetics — in other words, how does one develop their editorial eye? Finally, Dave reviews his accounting from last year's San Diego Comic-Con and discusses how it influ…

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James Gurney: Life is an Adventure 1:27:15

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The legendary James Gurney joins Jake Parker, Will Terry, and Lee White to talk about his life as an artist, from a train-hopping twenty-one-year-old to becoming one of the most iconic illustrators of our time. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’…

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A Lifetime of Loving Harmony & And Musical Family Bonds with Vicki Peterson & John Cowsill 1:40:01

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Two artists who have left an indelible mark on American music are, in actual fact, a married couple with a brand new album on the verge of dropping. The Bangles' Vicki Peterson and The Cowsills' John Cowsill join us! Differences between these two abound: New England vs. Southern California origins, 60s family pop vs. 80s girl-band rock, drums vs. g…

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Big Number Thinking 1:08:02

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Social media has convinced an entire generation of creators to focus on numbers — followers, subscribers, likes, shares, and other engagement metrics. However, focusing on numbers can often lead an artist to make bad decisions. Today's Show Focusing on numbers Limiting comments on BSky UPDATE: Hoganmag.com Lost the Kickstarter mojo Comic book vs gr…

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Painting vs. Parenting 1:18:30

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Is it possible to make art with kids at home? Anthony Wheeler, Sam Cotterill, and Will Terry share how to balance parenting and creativity (without feeling guilty). 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links and show notes.…

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A Tireless Classic Hollywood Star Turns 90 & The Secret To A Perfect Speech with Ruta Lee and Rick Mitchell 1:23:07

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A Golden Age Hollywood star in every sense, at just 16 Ruta Lee was cast in the all-time great movie musical, 'Seven Brides for Seven Brothers', subsequently becoming the designated smoldering beauty, spicy sexpot and fiery vixen in iconic TV Westerns, mysteries and dramas of the '50s and '60s. She is celebrating her 90th birthday in classic Ruta f…

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Verbal vs. Visual 1:08:41

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Brad and Dave discuss finding the right balance between visual and verbal. Dave asks if too much worldbuilding is an excuse to avoid actually writing the story. And a listener asks if it's a good idea to approach your Patreon as a customer-service job. Today's show Verbal vs. Visual UPDATE: DogKickstarter.com UPDATE: The Wrong Way Show draws Shrek …

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Follow Your Passion (Project) 1:15:31

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Should I create my passion project even if it won’t pay well? Lee White and Anthony Wheeler discuss how to select a project, prioritize tasks, and advance your career while keeping the love of art alive. 3 Point Perspective Podcast is sponsored by SVSLearn.com, the place where becoming a great illustrator starts! Click here for this episode’s links…

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Powerful Playwriting & Collective TV Icon Memories with Anson Williams, Linda Purl & Sharon Scott Williams 1:01:13

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Sharon Scott Williams bares her soul in a play called Crazy Mama, a powerful, personal story that's at once unique and wholly relatable. It's about family, mental illness and the bonds and devotion that propel us to protect and defend those we hold dear. Crazy Mama is running at the Rubicon Theatre in Ventura, CA March 26 - April 6, 2025. It stars …