Featuring my podcasts about living and creating in Metro Phoenix, including Amazing Arizona Comics Radio and Stuck In Traffic.
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Amazing Arizona Comics Radio: COVID-19 Edition II
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Phoenix-based artist David Dell'oso (IG @the_vasic) and I discuss current COVID-19 developments, including the cancellation of Free Comic Book Day, the latest iteration of Marvel vs. DC, and how superheroes would react to the pandemic, including, of course, Batman!By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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Amazing Arizona Comics Radio: COVID-19 Edition
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A conversation with Phoenix-based artist David Dell'oso about what comic book fans, creators, and shop owners can do to maintain the vitality of the industry during this Crisis of COVID-19! Follow David on Instagram @the_vasic, and follow Amazing Arizona Comics @amazingazcomics.By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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Amazing Arizona Comics Radio: 24 Hour Comic Challenge Recap
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In June, I completed my 4th annual 24 Hour Comic Challenge, and I recorded a quick podcast episode on my way home. That's right -- hear my fatigue fueled rant about comics, creativity, and more! It's short, sweet, and a little sleepy!By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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Drawn to Comics: Another Bitz-ee's Breakfast
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In this episode of the Drawn to Comics Podcast, Ken and I return to downtown Glendale's Bitz-ee Mama's for breakfast, and we talk about how university football helps comic cons. What?! Yes, it's a demographic study of the comic con as you've never heard it before . . . mostly because we have bacon in our mouths. Visit drawntocomics.com and amazinga…
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Drawn to Comics: Breakfast at Bitz-ee's
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I've been recording podcasts with Drawn to Comics' Ken Brown this year, usually aired on the Geek News Network, and for this special episode Ken and I had breakfast at Bitz-ee Mama's in downtown Glendale. I learned Ken loves bacon. A LOT. We talk comics, too -- but mostly bacon.By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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This episode of Stuck In Traffic -- the podcast I record through gritted teeth while I'm stuck in traffic -- discusses ambient noise from others' and your own car radio. Sometimes, the enemy comes from within. Listen, learn, and adapt to the road, because it's getting louder everyday!By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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Stuck In Traffic returns with a reminder of what traffic really is -- then, the inevitable topic: pedestrians. Do they ALWAYS have the right of way, even when the right of way ISN'T right? Listen . . . and learn!By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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Amazing Arizona Comics Radio: Kirby's 100th Birthday
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It's Jack Kirby's 100th birthday! I celebrate by talking about this weekend's events around town, then I share a story I told about Jack and the recently passed Jay Thomas at Untidy Secrets Storytelling & Zine Swap. The podcast closes with my recent interview on KJZZ, Phoenix's NPR affiliate, as I share a bit of Kirby's life and impact on comics.…
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Amazing Arizona Comics Radio: Spider-Man: Homecoming
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My completely spoiler-filled review of "Spider-man: Homecoming" is here! What did the film get right? How could it get anything wrong? And what role does Spider-Man play in the creation of "Amazing Arizona Comics?" The answers will SHOCK you -- pun totally intended!By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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Stuck In Traffic 13: We All Know It's Hot Outside
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I recorded this episode of Stuck In Traffic a few weeks ago, but it's still hot outside, and for some reason people still want to talk about it. Here's my ten minute answer to every person that starts a conversation with, "Hot today, huh?"By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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Amazing Arizona Comics Radio: 24 Hour Comic Challenge Recap
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In this long overdue episode of Amazing Arizona Comics Radio, I analyze my third annual 24 Hour Comic Challenge. What made it a success? How can I make next year better? Dig this insight into the creative process, and why I insist on making a public spectacle of myself!By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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Stuck In Traffic is the podcast I record through gritted teeth while stuck in traffic. This week, I talk about roadside assistance. I needed roadside assistance recently, and at some point in your life, you will, too. Here's what you can do to make the experience as painless as possible. Listen, learn, and avoid traffic.…
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Stuck In Traffic 11: Real Time In The Starbucks Drive-Thru
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In a special episode of Stuck In Traffic, I chronicle my experience in a local Starbucks drive-thru. If I had time to record a 10 minute podcast in a Starbucks drive-thru at 1 p.m. on a Sunday, you know something's wrong. Listen, and learn to move faster.By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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Stuck In Traffic 10: Navigating Comic Con
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Stuck In Traffic is the podcast I record through gritted teeth while I'm stuck in traffic. For nerds across the county, summertime means comic con season. Here are some tips to navigating comic con traffic -- both of the foot and vehicular varieties. If you AREN'T a nerd, these suggestions apply to any major event in your downtown area. Be a hero. …
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Stuck In Traffic 9: Freeway Closure Preparedness
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Stuck In Traffic is the podcast I record through gritted teeth while I'm stuck in traffic. Today's episode was inspired by an accident on the I-17 freeway this weekend that closed the roadway for five hours. What can you do to be prepared for epic, unexpected staycation traffic?By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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Stuck In Traffic 8: The Hand of Appreciation
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Stuck In Traffic is the podcast I record through gritted teeth while I'm stuck in traffic. Today's topic is one of those unwritten aspects of driving culture: The Hand of Appreciation. Here's a quick tutorial on how to engage The Hand properly, followed by a rant about another use of the hand common on roadways that just plain enrages me. Listen, a…
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Stuck In Traffic is the podcast I record through gritted teeth while stuck in traffic. In this episode, I'm stuck in traffic on a Saturday morning, so I explain the personalities of freeways in different parts of town, and how you should act when you're in an accident. Why make a bad situation worse -- with traffic?!…
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Stuck In Traffic is the podcast I record through gritted teeth while I'm stuck in traffic. In this episode, I answer the critical question, "What IS traffic?" Then, I give a message to cyclists -- both of the bi- and motor- varieties. One should act like a car; the other shouldn't. Listening will make your day, and drive, better.…
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Stuck In Traffic is the podcast I record through gritted teeth when I'm stuck in traffic. I spend this time thinking about the world, and ways we can make it better -- and in this episode, I start with public restrooms. They call it "doing your business" for a reason, so don't take my gripes personally. Just take them to heart, so when I go to the …
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Stuck In Traffic is the podcast I record through gritted teeth while stuck in traffic. Today's episode: Gas stations, and the way you should act at one. It isn't difficult. Just keep things moving, so no one gets stuck in traffic.By Russ Kazmierczak, Jr.
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