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Silverline Comics Podcast

Silverline Comics Podcast

By Silverline Comics

A podcast where Silverline Comics creators talk about a wide range of subjects related to making comics: writing, drawing, publishing, promoting, kickstarters, all the while chasing rabbits down holes when we geek out on pop culture. A host of creators include: Roland Mann, Barb Kaalberg, Thomas Florimonte, John Metych, Tim TK, Peter Clinton, Mickey Clausen, Roberta Conroy, Haley Martin, Jose Fuentes, Rob Davis, Tom Mason, Martin Murtonen, Kasisi Harris, and a host of guests!
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Silverline Comics PodcastOct 26, 2021

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5.27 Who is artist Chris Nye?

5.27 Who is artist Chris Nye?

The crew from Silver Sunday talk to comic artist Chris Nye. Who is he and why haven't you heard about him? Originally aired Mar 3, 2024. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Tom Mason, and Mike W. Belcher.

Mar 28, 202401:07:47
5.26 Bring on the Grim and Gritty

5.26 Bring on the Grim and Gritty

The Wednesday Whammers talk about the growth of Grim and Gritty comics and what they are today. Originally aired Feb 28, 2024. Included in this episode are Barb Kaalberg, Martin Murtonen, and David Rios.

Mar 27, 202401:01:15
5.25 Best tools for creatives over 30!

5.25 Best tools for creatives over 30!

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday talk about what tools creative people over 30 need to be using. Originally aired Feb 25, 2024. Included in this episode are Tim T.K, Jose Fuentes, David Rios, and Kaz.

Mar 26, 202401:09:49
5.24 Character aging in comics

5.24 Character aging in comics

The crew from Silver Sunday talk about characters aging in comics. What works and what does and why or why not. Originally aired Feb 25, 2024. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Thomas Florimonte, Tom Mason, Mike W. Belcher, and Roberta Conroy.

Mar 21, 202401:17:42
5.23 Female villains: Successful ingredients vs Unfortunate stereotypes

5.23 Female villains: Successful ingredients vs Unfortunate stereotypes

The Wednesday Whammers talk about female villains. Originally aired on Feb 21, 2024. Included in this episode are Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, John Metych, and Martin Murtonen.

Mar 19, 202459:25
5.22 Guest former Malibu Assistant Editor Kara Lamb

5.22 Guest former Malibu Assistant Editor Kara Lamb

The crew from Silver Sunday talk with former Malibu Comics accountant Kirk Patterson. Originally aired on Feb 18, 2024. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Roberta Conroy, Tom Mason, and Thomas Florimonte.

Mar 14, 202401:23:36
5.21 Using iconography in comics

5.21 Using iconography in comics

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday talk about iconography in comics. Originally aired on Feb 13, 2024. Included in this episode are Tim TK, Kasisi Harris, David Rios, and Jose Fuentes.

Mar 12, 202401:06:03
5.20 Guest former Spider-Man editor Danny Fingeroth

5.20 Guest former Spider-Man editor Danny Fingeroth

The crew from Silver Sunday talk with former Marvel Comics Spider-Man editor Danny Fingeroth. Originally aired on Feb 11, 2024. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Roberta Conroy, Tom Mason, Thomas Florimonte, and Mike W. Belcher.

Mar 07, 202401:29:57
5.19 Children's comics

5.19 Children's comics

The Wednesday Whammers discuss comics made for children. Originally aired on Feb 7, 2024. Included in this episode are Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, and Martin Murtonen.

Mar 05, 202457:50
5.18 Planning out a productive year

5.18 Planning out a productive year

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday discuss how to plan the year out as a creative. Originally aired on Feb 6, 2024. Included in this episode are Tim TK, Jose Fuentes, and David Rios.

Feb 29, 202401:10:47
5.17 Former Malibu/Ultraverse accountant tells all!

5.17 Former Malibu/Ultraverse accountant tells all!

The crew from Silver Sunday talk with former Malibu Comics accountant Kirk Patterson. Originally aired on Feb 4, 2024. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Roberta Conroy, Tom Mason, Thomas Florimonte, and Mike W. Belcher.

Feb 27, 202401:28:07
5.16 Guest Victor Dandridge

5.16 Guest Victor Dandridge

The crew from that Silverline show on Tuesday talk with Victor Dandridge, the hardest working man in comics. Originally aired on Jan 30, 2024. Included in this episode are Tim TK and Kasisi Harris.

Feb 21, 202401:16:34
5.15 Free comics: are they worth it?

5.15 Free comics: are they worth it?

The crew from Silver Sunday debate the idea of giving aware content for free. Originally aired on Jan 28, 2024. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Mike W. Belcher, Tom Mason, and Thomas Florimonte.

Feb 20, 202401:10:44
5.14 former Daredevil writer Roger McKenzie

5.14 former Daredevil writer Roger McKenzie

The Wednesday Whammers talk to veteran comic writer Roger McKenzie. Originally aired on Jan 24, 2024. Included in this episode are Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, and Martin Murtonen.

Feb 15, 202401:02:53
5.13 Best comics for snow days

5.13 Best comics for snow days

The crew from That Silverline show on Tuesday talk about what comics are good to read when you are snowed in! Originally aired on Jan 23, 2024. Included in this episode are Tim TK, Jose Fuentes, Kasisi Harris, and David Rios.

Feb 14, 202401:05:13
5.12 Former Malibu Comics EIC Chris Ulm

5.12 Former Malibu Comics EIC Chris Ulm

The Silver Sunday crew talk with Malibu/Ultraverse co-founder . Originally aired on Jan 21, 2024. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Roberta Conroy, Tom Mason, and Mike W. Belcher.

Feb 13, 202401:21:58
5.11 Kid's comics: What's available for kids today?

5.11 Kid's comics: What's available for kids today?

The Wednesday Whammers consider what comics are available for younger readers today. Originally aired on Jan 17, 2024. Included in this episode are Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, and Martin Murtonen.

Feb 08, 202401:06:39
5.10 Why are motion comics so bad?

5.10 Why are motion comics so bad?

The Silver Sunday crew talk about motion comics and why they are so bad. Originally aired on Jan 15, 2024. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Tom Mason, Mike W. Belcher, and Roberta Conroy.

Feb 07, 202401:02:04
5.9 A Cover Up

5.9 A Cover Up

The Wednesday Whammers look at some Silverline covers and dissect them. Might make for a tough listen without the visuals. Originally aired on Jan 10, 2024. Included in this episode are Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, and Martin Murtonen.

Feb 01, 202401:11:16
5.8 Guest starring Kevin West!

5.8 Guest starring Kevin West!

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday talk with Kevin West. Originally aired on Jan 09, 2024. Included in this episode are Tim TK, Kasisi Harris, and David Rios.

Jan 31, 202401:14:38
5.7 Former Malibu Comics coloring department supervisor spills all!

5.7 Former Malibu Comics coloring department supervisor spills all!

The Silver Sunday crew talk to Mike Giles, the former Malibu Comics coloring department supervisor about Malibu and the subsequent Marvel buy-out. Also, Mike talks about his brand new toy, Chika-Chaka! Originally aired Jan 07, 2024. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Tom Mason, Roberta Conroy, Thomas Florimonte, and David Rios.

Jan 30, 202401:27:38
5.6 Do Comic creators collect comics?

5.6 Do Comic creators collect comics?

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday discuss of those who make comics also collect them. Originally aired January 2, 2024. Included in this episode are Tim TK, Jose Fuentes, Kasisi Harris, and David Rios.

Jan 25, 202454:50
5.5 Move over MCU

5.5 Move over MCU

The Whammers talk about indy comics they'd like to see on the big screen. Originally aired January 3, 2024. Included in this episode are Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, John Metych, and Martin Murtonen.

Jan 24, 202401:02:26
5.4 New Year's Eve Chillin

5.4 New Year's Eve Chillin

The crew from Silver Sunday chill to start the new year. Included in this episode are: Roland Mann, Thomas Florimonte, Tom Mason, Mike W. Belcher, Rob Davis, David Rios, and Roberta Conroy.

Jan 23, 202401:14:34
5.3 Special Guest Kevin Cleary

5.3 Special Guest Kevin Cleary

The Silver Sunday crew talk with Kevin Cleary! Originally aired on December 10, 2023. Included in this episode are Tom Mason, Thomas Florimonte, and Mike W. Belcher.

Jan 18, 202401:09:57
5.2 Special Guest GJ Bingham

5.2 Special Guest GJ Bingham

The Wednesday Whammers talk to GJ Bingham about his new novel, Hades' Kiss. Originally aired December 6, 2023. Included in this episode are Martin Murtonen and Rob Davis.

Jan 17, 202401:13:30
5.1 Former Malibu editor Dan Danko

5.1 Former Malibu editor Dan Danko

The Silver Sunday crew talk with former Malibu editor Dan Danko. Originally aired November 19, 2023. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Tom Mason, Roberta Conroy, and Mike W. Belcher.

Jan 16, 202401:18:33
4.56 Evolution of conventions

4.56 Evolution of conventions

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday talk about the evolution of comic conventions. Originally aired on Nov 14, 2023. Included in this episode are Tim TK, Jose Fuentes, and Kasisi Harris.

Dec 19, 202301:07:11
4.55 Guest Martin Pierro of Cosmic Times

4.55 Guest Martin Pierro of Cosmic Times

The Silver Sunday crew talk with Cosmic Times publisher and writer Martin Pierro and he talks about his latest kickstarter. Originally aired on Nov 12, 2023. Included in this episode are: Roland Mann, Thomas Florimonte, Tom Mason, and Mike W. Belcher.

Dec 14, 202301:30:46
4.54 Guest Jeff Johnson

4.54 Guest Jeff Johnson

The Wednesday Whammers talk with artist Jeff Johnson as he discusses his latest comic project. Originally aired on Nov 8, 2023. Included in this episode are: Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, Martin Murtonen, and John Metych.

Dec 13, 202301:10:17
4.53 Election Day special: Voting for our favorite wacky comic characters

4.53 Election Day special: Voting for our favorite wacky comic characters

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday talk about their favorite wacky comic characters. Originally aired on Nov 7, 2023. Included in this episode are: Tim TK and David Rios.

Dec 12, 202301:20:32
4.52 Conspiracies

4.52 Conspiracies

The Silver Sunday crew discuss their favorite conspiracies. Originally aired on Nov 5, 2023. Included in this episode are: Thomas Florimonte, Tom Mason, and Roland Mann

Dec 07, 202301:25:21
4.51 Media adaptations gone awry: The worst of live-action translations

4.51 Media adaptations gone awry: The worst of live-action translations

The Wednesday Whammers discuss the worst live action adaptation. Originally aired on Nov 1, 2023. Included in this episode are: Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, and John Metych.

Dec 06, 202357:30
4.50 Vampire Recap, or how RPGs teach you to tell stories

4.50 Vampire Recap, or how RPGs teach you to tell stories

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesady recap the long session of Vampire the Masquerade, and then talk about how Role Playing Games teach you to tell stories. Originally aired on Oct 21, 2023. Included in this episode are: Tim TK, Jose Fuentes, David Rios, and Kasisi Harris.

Dec 05, 202301:20:25
4.49 Round Robin Q&A

4.49 Round Robin Q&A

The Silver Sunday crew have a round robin Q&A about all sorts of geeky nerdy stuff. Originally aired on Oct 29, 2023. Included in this episode are: Roland Mann, Tom Mason, Thomas Florimonte, and Mike W. Belcher

Nov 30, 202301:07:35
4.48 Writing comedy

4.48 Writing comedy

The Wednesday Whammers talk about the challenges of writing comedy. Originally aired on Oct 25, 2023. Included in this episode are: Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, Tom Mason, and Martin Murtonen.

Nov 29, 202301:06:42
4.47 Former DC Comics VP (and Malibu Comics editor) Hank Kanalz

4.47 Former DC Comics VP (and Malibu Comics editor) Hank Kanalz

The Silver Sunday crew have a discussion with former Malibu Comics editor and former DC Comics VP Hank Kanalz. Originally aired Oct 22, 2023. Included in this episode are: Roland Mann, Tom Mason, Thomas Florimonte, Roberta Conroy, and David Rios.

Nov 28, 202301:29:01
4.46 Promoting horror comics: Marketing the macabre

4.46 Promoting horror comics: Marketing the macabre

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday discuss the challenges of promoting horror comics. Originally aired Oct 7, 2023. Included in this episode are: Tim TK, Jose Fuentes, David Rios, and Kasisi Harris.

Nov 27, 202301:43:55
4.45 Former DC Comics editor Jim Chadwick

4.45 Former DC Comics editor Jim Chadwick

The crew from Silver Sunday talk with recently retired former editor at DC Comics and former art director at Malibu Comics. Originally aired Oct 15, 2023. Included in this episode are: Roland Mann, Roberta Conroy, Tom Mason, and Thomas Florimonte (astute listeners will recognize that everyone this evening has Malibu Comics ties!)

Nov 24, 202301:19:25
4.44 Playing the RPG Vampire the Masquerade

4.44 Playing the RPG Vampire the Masquerade

Thanksgiving Day Special. This one is LOOOOOONG. The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday play the RPG Vampire the Masquerade. Originally aired Oct 24, 2023. Included in this episode are: Tim TK, Jose Fuentes, David Rios, Kasisi Harris, and Roland Mann.

Nov 23, 202302:53:24
4.43 I like your identity. I think I'll take it!

4.43 I like your identity. I think I'll take it!

The Wednesday Whammers discuss characters that steal identities of other characters. Originally aired Oct 11, 2023. Included in this episode are: John Metych, Barb Kaalberg, Martin Murtonen, and Rob Davis.

Nov 22, 202301:02:06
4.42 Historical horror in comics: Merging fact and fear

4.42 Historical horror in comics: Merging fact and fear

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday discuss actual horror elements in comics. Originally aired Oct 10, 2023. Included in this episode are: Tim TK, Jose Fuentes, Kasisi Harris, and David Rios.

Nov 21, 202301:23:31
4.41 Headquarters and secret lairs

4.41 Headquarters and secret lairs

The crew from Silver Sunday discuss headquarters for superheroes an lairs for villains. Originally aired Oct 8, 2023. Included in this episode are: Roland Mann, Thomas Florimonte, and Tom Mason.

Nov 20, 202301:09:24
4.40 Creating a script from scratch

4.40 Creating a script from scratch

The Wednesday Whammers discuss starting a script from a blank page. Originally aired Oct 4, 2023. Included in this episode are: Barb Kaalberg, Tom Mason, Rob Davis, and Martin Murtonen.

Nov 17, 202301:01:10
4.39 The elements of horror: making spooky comics

4.39 The elements of horror: making spooky comics

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday discuss adding horror elements to your comics. Originally aired Oct 3, 2023. Included in this episode are: Tim TK, Jose Fuentes, and David Rios.

Nov 16, 202301:17:45
4.38 Superheroes who kill! Are they REALLY heroes?

4.38 Superheroes who kill! Are they REALLY heroes?

The Silver Sunday talk about what superheroes who kill. Are they really "heroes," or are they just super? Originally aired on Oct 1, 2023. Included in this episode are: Roland Mann, Roberta Conroy, Tom Mason, and Martin Murtonen.

Nov 15, 202301:12:21
4.37 Comics 20 years in the future

4.37 Comics 20 years in the future

The Wednesday Whammers talk about what comics might look like in 20 years. Originally aired on Sept 27, 2023. Included in this episode are: Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, and Martin Murtonen.

Oct 26, 202301:01:56
4.36 Building an online presence: webcomics and social media

4.36 Building an online presence: webcomics and social media

The crew from That Silverline Show on Tuesday talk about creators and their online presence. Originally streamed on Sept 26, 2023. Included in this episode are Tim TK, Jose Fuentes, David Rios, and Kasisi Harris.

Oct 24, 202301:16:32
4.35 Guns, grenades, and bombs! Oh my!

4.35 Guns, grenades, and bombs! Oh my!

The crew from Silver Sunday talk about heroes that use guns and gadgets. Originally aired on Sept 24, 2023. Included in this episode are Roland Mann, Tom Mason, Roberta Conroy, Martin Murtonen, and David Rios.

Oct 23, 202301:13:44
4.34 Favorite comic book storylines...EVER!

4.34 Favorite comic book storylines...EVER!

The Wednesday Whammers talk about their favorite comic stories ever! Originally aired on Sept 20, 2023. Included in this episode are John Metych, Barb Kaalberg, Rob Davis, and Martin Murtonen.

Oct 19, 202301:02:15