Best Creator Hq Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 56 - Flipping the Script on PR and Creator Partnerships with Jeff Barrett 55:12

11h ago55:12

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Today's guest is Jeff Barrett, a modern PR professional who is thinking beyond the box of traditional PR and how it integrates into the content creator economy, media award shows, breaking through the attention economy, and how brand storytelling is happening on a grand scale. Jeff is a Shorty Award-winning content creator, Business Insider's #1 Ad…

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Episode 475 - What Does It Mean to be STAPLED? 2:04:24

12m ago2:04:24

2:04:24

This week the pod trio get Nick Gonzo (50 Signal, Funk Soul Samurai) to talk about his work in the small press and zine community and the new comic and zine event STAPLED! It's an amazing, hilarious, frank and honest discussion about being creative, organising a small press event, therapeutic art and more. It's also dares to answer the age old ques…

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Ep 55 - The Metaverse: Understanding Its Potential with Eugene Capon 56:57

13h ago56:57

56:57

Today's episode is all about the metaverse—what it is, what it isn't, and what it could become. When people hear 'metaverse' in everyday conversation, they might think of Meta with Facebook. Is it going to be a social platform? Or is it going to be something entirely different? In this episode, we're talking with Eugene Capon, the creative visionar…

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Episode 474 - And the Eisner Award Goes to... 2:03:35

1h ago2:03:35

2:03:35

The ACP talk about the Eisner Awards! Well, a bit. The gang discuss the yearly comic awards past and present and discuss how things have changed over the years. Plus there's a big chat about comic book promotion. Namely, has there ever been a book that you haven't stopped hearing about for years? Are you tired of hearing about about it? Is there su…

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Ep 54 - Navigating Alcohol & Spirits Marketing with Karen Locke 51:50

2h ago51:50

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Welcome to another engaging episode of the Social Complex Podcast! Today, we delve into the intricate world of alcohol marketing and advertising. From the echoes of prohibition to modern-day regulations, the landscape has evolved significantly, especially with emerging markets like cannabis making their mark. Join us as we unravel these complexitie…

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Episode 473 - The Best Comics Publisher of All Time Is... 2:01:58

9d ago2:01:58

2:01:58

The ACP trio unite to discuss several different topics, from favourite publishers, bad issue 1 covers, to the annual Cliff Cumber meet up 'QVention'! Theres amazing indie comics talk and recommendations, nostalgia, laughs and a special appearance by everyones favourite bear - SOOTY! Great stuff to check out this week - QVention, Cliff Cumber, Tribu…

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Ep 53 - The Power of Digital and PR with Jacqueline Keidel Martinez 58:06

9h ago58:06

58:06

Welcome to the third season of The Social Complex Podcast, where we delve into the ever-evolving world and complexities of social media. We're kicking off this season with an exciting announcement about Digital HQ, the modern agency that supports this podcast. In this premiere episode, Hillary Applegate sits down with Jacqueline Keidel Martinez, a …

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Episode 472 - From Comics Fan to Comics Creator! 1:57:15

2h ago1:57:15

1:57:15

This week the ACP talk to Green Archer Comics, a great new comics publisher that not only have put out a slew of books in a short space of time, but are doing something a bit different with some existing characters. Together they talk about comic book storytelling tropes, public domain characters, pulp comics, supportive partners, finding an audien…

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Episode 471 - Valiant and the Resurgence of Comics Heroes! 1:47:27

5d ago1:47:27

1:47:27

The ACP gang have always been interested in the ever evolving world of Valiant Comics, and now that Alien Books have teamed with Valiant for a resurgence of their universe we just had to have them on to talk about the upcoming line of books! Plus there's talk about the american independent comic scene, meta comic book storytelling, zines about comi…

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Episode 470 - Have Comics Become Too Niche? 2:02:09

1M ago2:02:09

2:02:09

Is the comic book hobby becoming too niche? Is the printed book pricing itself out of existence? Are there monthlies you can give too someone who doesn't read comics? All of these questions are discussed, debated and dissected but the ACP trio as they try not to be grumpy old comic fans (do they succeed?). Plus there are a LOT of comics to check ou…

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Episode 469 - Taking a Look at Comics from 1900! 1:48:32

1M ago1:48:32

1:48:32

The gang are joined by Peter Duncan (Sector 13) to talk about his work writing and editing for Sector 13 Comics, Eniskillon Comic Con, raising money for the NHS, Michael Moorcock and the new anthology 1900. If you like vintage UK comics, discovering comic creators and adding to those wishlists and pull lists this is the episode for you. Plus there'…

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Episode 468 - We can be HEROES just for one day! 1:32:52

2M ago1:32:52

1:32:52

This week Vince and Dan get a call from Tony who, joined by the awesome Cliff Cumber to talk about their experience at Heroes Con in 2024. While they are there the gang also talk about what are their turn ons and turn offs when it comes to buying indie and small press comics. This 'international' chat goes everywhere from meeting your favourite cre…

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Episode 467 - Being Scared by Steve Niles Comics! 1:58:38

2M ago1:58:38

1:58:38

This week Steve Niles (30 Days of Night, The Killing Hole) joins the ACP gang to talk about his latest work, his start in comics, the difficulties in writing reality-based horror, collaborating with artists and so much more! It's a great chat that horror comics fans and creator will not want to miss, and there's also tons of indie comics to check o…

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Episode 466 - The Storm King Arrives at Awesome HQ! 1:52:39

2M ago1:52:39

1:52:39

This week clouds form around ACP Towers in the form of the amazing Storm King Comics! Writer, Producer and CEO Sandi King (John Carpenters Asylum) joins the gang to talk about how the SK publishing journey started, working with collaborators from all over the world, comic book editing and their exciting new books coming out this year! Plus there's …

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Episode 465 - What Happened to the ACP Reading Challenge? 2:16:19

2M ago2:16:19

2:16:19

Vince, Dan, Tony and the fourth Musketeer Tom Curry get together to talk about their adventures at the Lawless Comic Con 2024 and how they got on with their reading challenge. That means some chat about wonderful artwork, amazing creators and some absolute classic comics. All that and plenty of cool indie comic recommendations, upcoming crowdfunder…

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COMMANDO CONTENT CREATOR | Former Royal Marines Commando Ryan Forrest 1:05:47

3M ago1:05:47

1:05:47

Sunderland born and bred, Ryan faced adversity, violence & grief in his younger years, but had always had the military on his mind. Visiting the careers office aged 15, Ryan had his application submitted as soon as he was able to, desperate to get his Royal Marines Commando 'Green Lid'. Everything he ran from back home, caught up with him during tr…

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Episode 464 - Superheroes are Becoming a Laughing Stock! 2:00:03

3M ago2:00:03

2:00:03

This week the brilliant Matthew Schofield joins the ACP gang to talk about his superhero parody comic 'Steamroller Man'! Together the crew talk about creating comics, gags per page in a comic, crowdfunding, the Simpsons, the genius ideas of children and more. Its an inspiring talk about making a funny superhero book, and there's also plenty of laug…

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Episode 463 - How Jeff Smith Started Self Publishing Comics! 1:48:42

3M ago1:48:42

1:48:42

This week the legendary self-published comics creator Jeff Smith (Bone, Rasl, Tuki) joins the ACP crew to talk about his journey into creating comics, his upcoming book releases, the importance of retailers and libraries and so much more! It's a wonderful chat and it will be impossible to not be excited about comics afterwards. Plus there's plenty …

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PARAMEDIC PREPPER | Former HEMS Paramedic Armouredcockroach 1:23:43

2M ago1:23:43

1:23:43

Born into a large family, and destined for a career at his fathers greengrocers, Roach decided to join the Army aged 17 and joined an infantry unit. First deployed to Gibraltar, where he first encountered members of the Special Forces, training alongside them for a hijacking response team role. Roach was unsuccessful in his attempts to pass SAS Sel…

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Episode 462 - What the Hell is a Ghost Machine? 2:12:42

3M ago2:12:42

2:12:42

Ghost Machine has arrived! The new comics imprint from Image Comics and an epic line up of comic creators launched in April, and ACP take a look at the exciting launch titles and discuss them and the bright future for this new universe. Friend of the show Zak Cahill (No Second Chance) joins the gang to chat about the books, his own work and togethe…

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MICK HAWKES SAS | Former 22 Sas Mick Hawkes QCB 2:19:09

3M ago2:19:09

2:19:09

Born into a military family, Mick attended 14 schools over his childhood. His dream of being a professional footballer came to an end after an unsuccessful trial with Lincoln City and he visited the careers office aged 16 to join the 1975 junior paras course. An ankle injury left him unable to perform any jumps, and Mick briefly left the army befor…

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Episode 461 - What is the Point of Free Comic Day? 2:01:37

3M ago2:01:37

2:01:37

The first Saturday of May every year is Free Comic Book Day, and for the first time ever the ACP crew are talking about this epic yearly event, what it means to stores, what comics to look out for and if indeed the comics are any good! Then the focus shifts to vintage characters getting a new lease of life in the comic pages of the modern age, and …

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SPECIAL FORCES INTERROGATOR | Former 9 PARA SQN RE Ian 'Dilksy' Dilkes 1:16:49

3M ago1:16:49

1:16:49

Born in Leicester and a keen sportsman, Dilksy began to find trouble as a teenager, and realised the Army was his way out of that path. Nudged to join the Royal Engineers to ensure he learnt a trade, Ian completed his training as a bricklayer before completing his Parachute Regiment Jumps Course, and joining 9 Parachute Squadron Royal Engineers. Hi…

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Episode 460 - The Lawless World of 2000AD! 1:53:07

4M ago1:53:07

1:53:07

With the 10th Anniversary of Lawless Comic Con about to take place in a few weeks, the ACP crew thought what better time to talk to the organisers about show, what to expect and the crazy good guest list they have this year! Plus there is a discussion about 2000AD and what to look out for if you want to start reading it, a special appearance from t…

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SURVIVING TALIBAN AMBUSH | Former Grenadier Guardsman Alex Harrison 1:22:53

3M ago1:22:53

1:22:53

Born in Lincolnshire & spending his younger years finding trouble, Alex knew the Army was the way out of his hometown and bad habits. Knuckling down and joining his local Army Cadet Force, Alex went to the Army Careers Centre aged just 15 and a half. Joining the Grenadier Guards and completing the additional ceremonial taskings, Alex joined his bat…

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Episode 459 - Comics and Zines that will make you a Freak! 2:08:23

4M ago2:08:23

2:08:23

This week the one and only 'Zine Freak' Matt Simmons joins the crew once more to talk about small press comics, and his latest adventure - a small press and zine shop! From the origins of the idea, to the wide range of diverse titles, the joy of the public discovering zines and more, there will no be a more small press-centric chat all year! Plus t…

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PASHA MUNRO SBS | Former SBS Pasha Munro 49:45

4M ago49:45

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A turbulent & abusive childhood led Pasha to find his own tribe in the form of the Sea Cadets. This passion for brotherhood & activity led him to try to join the Navy aged 16, but he faced a knock-back and instead joined the Royal Marines. Completing several uneventful tours of Northern Ireland, Pasha decided to attempt the arduous Selection Course…

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2024 GLADIATORS CHAMPION | Maj Finlay Anderson (SCOTS) 33:00

4M ago33:00

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Born & raised in Edinburgh, with a stint in the Army cadets fuelling his ambition to join the military, Finlay joined the Army after completing the RMA Sandhurst programme. Originally commissioned into 4 SCOTS, and then sent on the Platoon Commanders Battle Course in Brecon, Finlay deployed onto Op Herrick 14, followed by Op HERRICK 19 & Op SHADER …

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Episode 458 - The Golden Age of Comics has Arrived! 2:30:16

4M ago2:30:16

2:30:16

This week Matt Strott (Prawn: The Jumbo Shrimp) joins the ACP crew to discuss to be their own personal Golden Age of Comics. The issues, series, moments and creators in comics that crafted us and our reading habits, and a glorious look back at comics that make you smile (an exercise you should all do). Plus there's some great indie recommendations,…

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MELVYN DOWNES SAS | Former 22 SAS Sergeant Major Melvyn Downes 1:46:00

4M ago1:46:00

1:46:00

A tough childhood in Stoke in the 1960/70's meant Melvyn would have to stand up against bullies from a very young age, even alternating his routes home from school to avoid altercations. Finding his passion for the Armed Forces when he was a small child kept him motivated and out of trouble in his teenage years, rising up the ranks in the Army Cade…

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Episode 457 - This is Going to Be SPICY! 2:00:44

4M ago2:00:44

2:00:44

This week the ACP head to Arrakis to talk about the world (or worlds) of Dune in comics! Joined by Tom Curry the conversation is a pure unfiltered fan discussion of the Herbert books, comic book adaptions and more. Plus there's great comics recommendations and indie stuff to check out and Tom brings some letters that confuse the ACP trio! Great stu…

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