Sara, Tracey and Valerie discuss the recent release of the Muppet Show on Disney+. What's the big deal? And how does it hold up after all these years?By Ladies of Comicazi

Based on the general description, Valerie thought Resident Alien sounded like a show that might appeal to fellow LOC members Elise and Erin. After convincing them both to watch it, they get together to discuss what worked for them, what didn't, and if Valerie should be making any more recommendations for them...ever.…

In this episode, recorded at Jewelry City Steampunk Festival in October 2019, Tracey is joined by Marissa from Whimsy and Fluff, and Fox from FoxAndBearCosplay to talk about making and putting together costumes for steampunk and any fandom!By Ladies of Comicazi

Yes, we know that everyone's been talking about Hamilton for some time now...so surely we all knew this was coming. In this episode, Valerie chats about Hamilton with two friends of the podcast - one well-versed in Lin Manuel Miranda and his work, the other just having seen the show for the first time. We chat first impressions, what makes Hamilton…

In the case you're done with Harry Potter, Erin and Savannah get together to discuss other fantasy franchises where you can also experience deep world-building, loads of material, and tons of magic!By Ladies of Comicazi

We've talked about She-Ra on the podcast before, but now that the show has concluded, we return to the series. We discuss how the show really stands out as not only unique, but also as a show that signals a change in how we tell stories about love.By Ladies of Comicazi

Today's mini episode contains bits from our previous episode on nostalgia in pop culture "Everything Old is New Again" that were cut for time.By Ladies of Comicazi

In this episode, we interview artist and writer - Tana Ford. We chat about her career, life during the pandemic, her experience creating the 2020 Eisner nominated Laguardia with Nnedoi Okorafor, and even find time to throw some D&D in there. For more info on Tana and her projects please visit: www.tanaford.com Work inquiries and warm salutations ca…

In this episode, we discuss how we've been coping with stay at home orders and social distancing.By Ladies of Comicazi

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Cartoons and animation have recently made a shift to more accurately reflect the world around us. Shows like Steven Universe and She Ra introduce and celebrate more complex examples of identity and gender. While this might be something less new for television shows directed for a more mature audience, the representation for a younger and more easil…

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Boy Things and Girl Things: Assigning Gender to the world we live in It’s not uncommon for the Ladies of Comicazi to be approached by others in search of reading recommendations for their family, friends, or what have you. We’re always happy to talk about our favorites, but things can get a bit interesting when the request specifically asks for a "…

The Ladies discuss female friendships and why seeing positive depictions of them in pop culture is so important.By Ladies of Comicazi

The Ladies discuss some of the stuff that makes us cry.By Ladies of Comicazi

Spoiler and Content Warning: This episode contains spoilers for the entire Game of Thrones TV series and currently published books. Game of Thrones deals with many adult themes, so please keep that in mind while listening. Now that the show is over, viewers have been able to see the complete arc of the story over eight seasons. Reactions to the fin…

In books, television, and movies, we are often shown an image of motherhood as superheroic or even saintly. In a world where both stay at home moms and working moms are judged by what they do or don’t do, moms everywhere live in a constant state of having to justify every decision they make. In pop culture, stay at home moms are held up to a angeli…

In books, television, and movies, we are often shown an image of motherhood as superheroic or even saintly. Women who can’t or won’t have children, however, are routinely shown as somehow lacking or damaged, and particularly of seeing themselves this way. Why is this still the primary narrative in 2019, and what are the ways we can shift it? Tropes…

In this episode, Erin (The Red Menace) sits down with Mad Rupert, creator of Sakana, to discuss comic creation, making webcomics a sustainable income, and upcoming projects. Mad Rupert Social Media Links: https://twitter.com/MadelineRupert https://www.instagram.com/sakanacomic/ Sakana Tsukiji Fish Market, Tokyo Boom Studios comics Sakana Stores Red…

In this episode, Valerie (Smalerie) sits down with fellow Ladies and current co-Organizers of ELS Game Day, Savannah (Meepline) and Tracey (Lady Diceacorn) to discuss the experience of women at the gaming table. Together they discuss what it can feel like to be the only woman at the gaming table and share some tips on ways all players can create a …

The Ladies discuss She-Ra, the classic series and the new one. We talk about what we like, how things have changed since the original series aired, and how She-Ra names work.By Ladies of Comicazi

Valerie and LadiesCon guest Kristen Gudsnuk discuss her work in comics, magical girls, and what she has in store for readers.By Ladies of Comicazi

The Ladies are talking about tropes. What are they? Why are they so enduring? Which tropes do ech of us love and why?By Ladies of Comicazi

We're looking back at the media that left lasting and terrifying impressions on us in our childhood. From carpet sharks to cymbal monkeys, trash can attacks to Renaissance artwork, we share the nightmares of our youth and our relationships with those same things today. For links to our favorite childbood scares, check out our website ladiesofcomica…

The Ladies discuss their reactions to the movie Avengers: Infinity War, the Marvel cinematic universe, and the Marvel movies' treatment of female characters.By Ladies of Comicazi

The Red Menace and special guest Max Papas discuss Harley Quinn and how her character has changed since her animated series debut.By Ladies of Comicazi

The Ladies reminisce about the creepy teen murder books of their childhood = Lois Duncan, John Bellairs, R.L. Stine and the like. We remember old favorites, talk about why the genre was so appealing, and discuss why it seems to have disappeared. PANEL: Valerie (Smalerie) Erin (The Red Menace) Elise (Tiny Doom) Sara (Cartoon Sara) EDITING: Sara Fran…

The Ladies return to discuss their gulty pleasures and favorite verbal punching bags/ PANEL: Valerie (Smalerie) Erin (The Red Menace) Elise (Tiny Doom) Sara (Cartoon Sara) EDITING: Sara Franks-AllenBy Ladies of Comicazi

GUEST: Marjorie Liu HOST: Erin McGrath PRODUCER: Aayesha Siddiqui MUSIC: "80s Synth Pop" by Christopher Postill of Sounds Like An Earful (CC BY-SA 3.0)By Ladies of Comicazi

Each of the five Ladies shares two highlights from 2016 and one "can't wait for" pick for 2017. PANEL: Aayesha Valerie (Smalerie) Erin (The Red Menace) Elise (Tiny Doom) Sara (Cartoon Sara) PRODUCER: Aayesha Siddiqui MUSIC EXCERPTS & AUDIO CLIPS: UK Pop Intro* Cheesy Product Demo* Night Creeps (Loop)* You Go First from Crazy Ex-Girlfriend** dialogu…

For our inaugural podcast, we interview the talented Mildred Louis, author and artist of the web comic Agents of the Realm. Check out Mildred's work: artofmlouis.com Read Agents of the Realm: www.agentsoftherealm.com/ Read our review of Agents of the Realm, Volume 1: ladiesofcomicazi.com/2016/09/28/rev…s-of-the-realm CREDTIS Guest: Mildred Louis Ho…