Best Matt Kennedy Podcasts (2024)

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#111: With Wyatt Doyle of #NewTexture 1:03:00

6+ y ago1:03:00

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Wyatt Doyle went from writing coverage at a major production company to setting up one of the most important imprints for contemporary literary voices, New Texture. On this episode, Matt and Wyatt trace the origins of desktop publishing and the challenges to reaching an audience on Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy, brought to you by Peekaboo Gal…

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#110: Seek the Gurus with Scott Witman 53:00

6+ y ago53:00

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Scott Witman turned his back on the entertainment biz to embark on a spiritual journey. His travel blog Seek the Gurus catalogues the trials and tribulations of travel in the mystical (and sometimes dangerous) third world. On this episode, we trace Scott's adventures from Cusco to Bali, and Cairo to Chiang Mai–and Matt's recent trip to Thailand. Al…

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#109: Our New Engineer, Makenzie Mizell 58:00

6+ y ago58:00

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The changes keep a-coming! Makenzie Mizell is the new engineer for most of the shows on the Meltdown Network, so join Matt in a casual chat about fandom from the female perspective on this fun episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy. Presented by Meltdown Comics and Gallery 30 South! Makenzie Mizell Instagram: @makenziemizell Follow Pod Sequ…

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#108: Chuck D interviewed by Kate Kelton 31:00

6+ y ago31:00

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Kate Kelton fills in for Matt in her first solo interview with the legendary, Hall of Fame MC, Chuck D, about his fine art career and Hip Hop origins. From Public Enemy to Prophets of Rage, there is so much you never knew about Chuck D on this incredible episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy. Presented by Meltdown Comics and Gallery 30 Sou…

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#107: Gallery Submission Protocol 39:00

6+ y ago39:00

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Kate Kelton joins the Pod Sequentialism Crew as a semi-regular co-host with this lively discussion of Art Gallery Submission Protocol. Matt and Kate go through all the dos and don'ts on this educational episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy. This Week's Guest: Kate Kelton Facebook: @katekeltonart Twitter: @katekelton Instagram: @k8kelton F…

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#106: Esoteric Hollywood 48:00

6+ y ago48:00

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Jay Dyer is the author of Esoteric Hollywood and the co-host of Gaia TV's Hollywood Decoded, in which he delves into the symbolism hidden in blockbuster films to uncover secret, predictive programming. Matt and Jay reveal the hidden-in-plain-site clues to deeper meaning in some of the most popular films in pop culture on this intriguing episode of …

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#105: Kate Kelton is a Total Badass 49:00

6+ y ago49:00

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Kate Kelton has been an action film lead, a cult series regular, a fine artist and a curator. Kate and Matt discuss the #MeToo movement and escaping the toxic landscape of entertainment on this incredibly revealing episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy, brought to you by Gallery 30 South and Meltdown Comics and Collectibles! This Week's Gu…

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#104: A Tale of Two Immigrant Experiences 1:11:00

7y ago1:11:00

1:11:00

Making it in Hollywood isn't just the American Dream, it's the Global Dream! Actress Melissa Campbell and model Diana Georgie discuss their different immigrant experiences and how hard work is almost less important than learning how to spot opportunity on this engaging episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy, brought to you by Gallery 30 Sou…

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#103: Breaking into the Young Adult Market with Tom Sniegoski 59:00

7y ago59:00

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On Episode 100, Matt reconnected with friends from Lynn, MA. Childhood pal and mentor, Tom Sniegoski was also one of the Corner Book Store crew, and the first person Matt knew to make it in the world of comics–ultimately landing on the NY Times Best Seller List (and ABC Family Network) with his young adult book series, The Fallen. Matt and Tom disc…

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#102: HYDRA is REAL with Peter Levenda 1:01:00

7y ago1:01:00

1:01:00

Researcher and author Peter Levenda returns for an in-depth discussion about the real-world roots of Marvel's nefarious Hydra syndicate. He reveals the Verified Truth about the post-war Nazi intelligence apparatus, and the uncomfortable fact that Hitler may have survived the bunker and escaped to Indonesia! You don't want to miss this mind-blowing …

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#101: Peter Levenda on UFO Disclosure 48:00

7y ago48:00

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Peter Levenda has established an impeccable reputation for his research on esoteric subjects. He recently joined with Blink 182's Tom Delonge as part of a consortium of Government and Military insiders on the subject of UFO Disclosure. Matt and Peter dig down deep into the history of the UFO Phenomena on this incredible episode of Pod Sequentialism…

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#100: Lynn, Lynn, The City of Sin 1:12:00

7y ago1:12:00

1:12:00

The North Shore of Boston in the 70s and 80s was tough. Matt's hometown of Lynn, MA had a particularly rough reputation, and if not for guidance of a couple of guys named Paul, chances are good he wouldn't have made it out alive. Matt reunites with two of his mentors on the 100th episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy. Presented by Gallery …

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#099: 17th Century Star Wars Art? 48:00

7y ago48:00

48:00

Riccardo Mayr grew up in 600 year old villa that is literally a museum. When he found hopelessly damaged paintings and lithographs from the 16-19th centuries, he upcycled them by seamlessly painting Star Wars iconography directly onto them. Is this preservation or sacrilege? Matt discusses the controversial nature of mashing-up a masterpiece on thi…

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#098: Did Justice League Fail? 24:00

7y ago24:00

24:00

With the lowest box office opening yet for a DC Universe movie, Justice League has been the subject of intense speculation, leaving the future of the franchise in question. Matt investigates the effect of aggregate review sites and why studios might want to rethink review embargoes moving forward on this week's episode of Pod Sequentialism with Mat…

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#097: Tom Franck: Comics on Comics 1:33:00

7y ago1:33:00

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Tom Franck is a world authority on giant robots. He's also written several optioned screenplays and toured the country as a stand-up comic. Tom & Matt discuss everything from Sexual Harrassment in Hollywood, to father-daughter art projects on this epic 90 minute episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy Presented by Meltdown Comics. This Week’…

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#096: Fine Art & Femininity (With Deirdre Sullivan-Beeman) 1:09:00

7y ago1:09:00

1:09:00

Deirdre Sullivan-Beeman has is a fine artist focused on the transition of young women into adulthood, and uses classical techniques to convey controversial content. Deirdre discusses her evolution from event manager to fine artist on this empowering episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy. Presented by Meltdown Comics! This Week’s Guest: Dei…

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#095: Peros, Stoker and Wells (With Steven Peros) 1:09:00

7y ago1:09:00

1:09:00

Steven Peros has written for stage, screen, and now comics! The fate of his new series Stoker and Wells lies in the hands of Kickstarter. Steve outlines the responsibility of adapting real people for fiction, and researching for screenplays on this retro-centric episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy. This Week’s Guest: Steven Peros Kicksta…

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#094: Battling Stalkers with Lenora Claire 57:00

7y ago57:00

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Over 7.5 Million Americans will be the targets of stalkers this year. There is very little legal recourse for those terrorized but Lenora Claire is leading the fight to get nationwide anti-stalker legislation in place. Join Matt and Lenora as they pinpoint the challenges on this potentially life-saving episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy…

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#093: LOSING A PATRON (Greg Escalante) 30:00

7y ago30:00

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What happens to an industry when a great patron dies? The contemporary art world is reeling from the death of Juxtapoz magazine co-founder Greg Escalante. Matt addresses the implications of that loss on this week's somber episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdown Comics! Follow Pod Sequentialism! Twitter: @PodSeq Facebook…

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#092: Art Licensing for Fun and Profit with Matt Getz 53:00

7y ago53:00

53:00

Have you ever seen an artwork and wanted to license it? Poster Pop founder Matt Getz gives us the lowdown on how to build a sticker, t-shirt and poster empire on this week's educational episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy Presented by Meltdown Comics! This Week’s Guest: Matt Getz IG: @posterpop FB: @Posterpop.com www.posterpop.com www.mg…

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#091: THE ART OF ADAPTATION with Tom Neely 52:00

7y ago52:00

52:00

Have you ever wondered what goes into an adaptation? Ignatz award winning comic artist Tom Neely returns to discuss what to do when creative and legal disputes threaten a project on this week's enlightening episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy. Presented by Meltdown Comics! This Week’s Guest: Tom Neely IG: @iwilldestroytom www.iwilldestro…

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#090: Teaching Kids About Comics (With Michael Christy) 50:00

7y ago50:00

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We all had at least one teacher who inspired us to pursue the arts, but few of us learned comic book illustration chops in Elementary school. Michael Christy unlocks comic book pro potential for his class of second graders, and for us as well on this week's inspiring episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdown Comics! This …

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#089: Creative Careers Between Gigs with Jordan Mantor 22:00

7y ago22:00

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As you work to land your dream job, you still need to pay the bills. Former child actor Jordan Mantor talks about creative side gigs and growing up as part of the second degree of fandom on this week's episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdown Comics! This Week's Guest: Jordan Mantor IG: @halfdarknight Follow Pod Sequenti…

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#088: Casting Controversy? (Matt Speaks) 48:00

7y ago48:00

48:00

When images of Zazie Beetz in Deadpool 2 surfaced, the internet went haywire. Bearing little resemblance to the Domino of record, is this an example of casting to generate controversy rather than advance diversity? Theories abound on this week's episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdown Comics! Follow Pod Sequentialism! T…

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#087: Why Can't Batman Be Black? 45:00

7+ y ago45:00

45:00

With the exception of Blade, black superheroes have not performed well at the American box office, so predictions of massive success for Marvel's Black Panther beg the question: Why Can't Batman Be Black? On this sure to be controversial episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdown Comics Follow Pod Sequentialism! Twitter: @…

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#086: What is Cultural Appropriation? (With Sean Stepanoff) 40:00

7+ y ago40:00

40:00

The idea that adopting elements of one culture for use by another can be offensive is suddenly controversial, so Matt sat down with artist Sean Stepanoff to explain the differences between cultural appropriation and misappropriation while addressing the growing problem of tone policing and outrage culture on this hot topic episode of Pod Sequential…

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#085: Does Spiderman Pass the Bechdel Test? 1:02:00

7+ y ago1:02:00

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The Bechdel Test requires a film have two women who talk to each other about something other than a man. Geek website The Mary Sue claims that Spiderman: Homecoming fails that test, but Matt argues that they are wrong. Find out who's right on this controversial episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy. Presented by Meltdown Comics! Follow Pod…

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#084: We Told You So! 1:01:00

7+ y ago1:01:00

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Last September, on our Cryptocurrency special, we told you to buy Etherium. If you invested $100 in our recommendation that week, it was worth $1700 this week. In this episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy, we catch you up on some other great info, as well as the Nerd Diet, and Matt & Mason have a serious discussion about death. Presented …

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#083: The Lindsey Way & Frances Bean Cobain Exhibition 31:00

7+ y ago31:00

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Matt's new art space, Gallery 30 South in Pasadena recently hosted a Lindsey Way & Frances Bean Cobain exhibition that garnered massive international press. Matt gives the inside scoop on the challenges that face artists who work in more than one genre in this revealing episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy! Presented by Meltdown Comics! F…

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#082: The Business of Erotica (with Forrest Black and Amelia G) 50:00

7+ y ago50:00

50:00

Forrest Black & Amelia G have previously discussed their entrepreneurship in the Adult Industry, but in this episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy, they break down the profit margins of camming, publishing, and processing all of those digital dollars. This Week’s Guest: Forrest Black and Amelia G TW: AmeliaG TW: ForrestBlack www.blueblood.…

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#081: The Nerd Diet, or Everything You Know About Nutrition Is Wrong! 50:00

7+ y ago50:00

50:00

In Matt's last conversation with Dr. DNA, he discussed how everything you think you know about dieting is wrong. In this episode Matt reveals the diet & digestion medical trial he's taken part in since that episode, utilizing many of the suggestions within it. The results are staggering! Find out how you can get into superhero shape in this episode…

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#080: Punk Goth Erotica (with Forrest Black and Amelia G) 1:04:00

7+ y ago1:04:00

1:04:00

Forrest Black & Amelia G have built an empire around punk, goth, and naked ladies, and in this entrepreneurial episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy, they tell how! Presented by Meltdown Comics! This Week’s Guest: Forrest Black and Amelia G TW: AmeliaG TW: ForrestBlack www.blueblood.net Follow Pod Sequentialism! Twitter: @PodSeq T-shirts: …

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# 079: When Design Goes Viral (w/Margo Neely) 35:00

7+ y ago35:00

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What do you do when an old idea goes viral? Matt's guest Margo Neely, the artist behind Ladies Revenge Club and the Roland TR-808 musical shoe, explains that the formula for success is often a mix of patience, persistence and incredible good fortune. Tune in to this D.I.Y. primer on Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy! Presented by Meltdown Comics!…

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#077: The Genetics of Weight Loss with Dr. DNA! 46:00

7+ y ago46:00

46:00

Dr. DNA is back, and he reveals how his decades of genetic research may unlock the key to significant and sustainable weight loss, regardless of your hereditary predisposition on this exclusive episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdown Comics! This Week’s Guest: Dr. DNA Follow Pod Sequentialism! Twitter: @PodSeq T-shirts:…

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#075: The Psychology of Creativity (Dr. Nikki Martinez) 49:00

7+ y ago49:00

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Dr. Nikki Martinez is a tele-health psychologist and Huffington Post columnist who specializes in counseling artists. If you are a creative person and wrestle with with your own issues of mental health and happiness, this episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy could save your life! Presented by Meltdown Comics! Today’s Guest: Dr. Nikki Mart…

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#074: Creative Career Alternatives 42:00

7+ y ago42:00

42:00

Our Producer / Engineer Mason Booker has been subsidizing his income with the perfect gig while exploring opportunities in filmmaking. This special report on Career Alternatives in the Creative Field focuses on Audio Court Reporting. Find out how to pay your way to success on this lucrative episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented b…

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#073: Disney's Last Inker (Antonio Pelayo) 53:00

7+ y ago53:00

53:00

Antonio Pelayo didn't go to art school, and doesn't even have a high school diploma, but he is the Last Man Standing at the oldest, still existing department of Disney Animation. His absolutely incredible story encourages Matt to reassess his career path and yours on this remarkable episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdo…

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#072: Luke Chueh vs. Ghost in the Shell 1:17:00

7+ y ago1:17:00

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Luke Chueh returns to express his opinions on Ghost in the Shell and the specific point of view that many Asian Americans have about the casting and adaptation of the beloved anime and manga. It's a debate for the ages on this episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdown Comics! Today's Guest: Luke Chueh @Luke Chueh Follow P…

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#071: Marvel's New War on Diversity 54:00

7+ y ago54:00

54:00

At the Marvel Retailer Planning Summit, VP of Sales, David Gabriel blamed diversity for sagging retail sales, promising a shift away from the progress for which Editor-in-Chief Axel Alonso was lauded over the past few years. How and when did the new war on diversity start? Find out on this controversial episode of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kenned…

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#070: More Genetics of Superpowers 1:07:00

7+ y ago1:07:00

1:07:00

The Dr. DNA is the pseudonym of a very real molecular biologist, who has guested on this podcast before. This time, we explore the hindrances to gene-based superpower research, politics involved, and ultimately the realities of lab-created super powers. If you've ever wondered how to give yourself superpowers, you'll have your answer in this episod…

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#069: Remembering Bernie Wrightson 29:00

7+ y ago29:00

29:00

Bernie Wrightson was comics' undisputed master of the macabre, and one of the best illustrators that the medium has ever known. The first comics Matt ever bought in a comic shop featured Wrightson covers, making Bernie the first and most direct influence on Matt's love of comics and partly responsible for this podcast. On this episode of Pod Squent…

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#068: Making Minions with Brian Lynch (Interview) 29:00

7+ y ago29:00

29:00

Brian Lynch is the go-to writer for big budget children's movies. The man behind Puss in Boots, Minions, The Secret Life of Pets, and their highly anticipated upcoming sequels talks about his recurring role in the View Askewniverse, being married to a Star Wars executive, and how fortune favors the bold on this animated episode of Pod Sequentialism…

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#067a Freelance Rates: A Pod Sequentialism Snippet with Autumn Rain Turkel 12:00

7+ y ago12:00

12:00

After our recent episode with Autumn Rain Turkel, he and Matt Kennedy started discussing Freelance Rates–how to set them, and what is expected. So we fired up the podcast gear once more to bring you this snippet of frequently requested info! Check it out right here on Pod Sequentialism presented by Meltdown Comics! This Week’s Guest: Autumn Rain Tu…

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#067: Making Movie Posters with Autumn Rain Turkel 57:00

7+ y ago57:00

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Some of the most iconic images of fandom have graced movie posters. Designing key art is a career option that most people probably haven't even thought about. Autumn Rain Turkel has worked on some of the most recognizable movie, book, and videogame art of the past decade, and he gives up the goods on how you can do what he does in this episode of P…

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#066: Dian Bachar, Character Actor Extraordinaire! 54:00

7+ y ago54:00

54:00

Dian Bachar is this generation's Dick Miller, having turned in scene-stealing performances in many geek-loved films like Orgasmo, Baseketball, and Galaxy Quest. An early collaborator of South Park's Matt Stone & Trey Parker, Dian reveals the secrets of a success as a comedic actor with a very specific fan base on this episode of Pod Sequentialism w…

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#065: Dave Baker, King of 'Zines! (Explicit) 1:16:00

8y ago1:16:00

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Last week we talked about the new action zine scene, and this week we unleash the power and fury of Fine Art Comics and revisit the Appropriation vs. Parody debate with Dave Baker, host of the It's Pronounced Zine podcast. Get the lowdown on high concept in this edition of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdown Comics! This Week’…

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#064: The New Action Zine Scene! w/ Tevy Khou (Interview) 45:00

8y ago45:00

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What if I told you that the most exciting work in sequential art was not happening in comics but in action zines written and illustrated by young women? Get the 411 on the new action zine scene with guest Tevy Khou on this you-heard-it-here-first edition of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdown Comics! This Week's Guest: Tevy Kh…

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#063: Tattooing Wonder Woman with Kathy Brannock (Interview) 1:00:00

8y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

What's it like to tattoo Harley Quinn and Wonder Woman? Find out from artist Katherine Brannock who spent years as a vendor in Comicon's Artist Alley before landing the gig of a lifetime in the DC Collectibles Line on this under-the-skin edition of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy presented by Meltdown Comics! Guest this week: Katherine Brannock…

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#062: What's the Deal with Art Fairs? 22:00

8y ago22:00

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Art Fairs along with auction houses account for most of the headline grabbing prices realized for contemporary art, but are they worth the price of admission? On this snippet of Pod Sequentialism with Matt Kennedy, presented by Meltdown Comics, our host breaks down the three biggest fairs in Los Angeles, which are all happening right now! Follow Po…

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#061: Steve Rude an Interview 42:00

8y ago42:00

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Steve Rude is a comic book legend. As co-creator of Nexus he spearheaded the first great wave of independent comics and ushered painting back into the sequential arts. He's also been a mental health advocate and mentor to generations of illustrators. Learn how to conquer your own personal demons on this inspiring episode of Pod Sequentialism with M…

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