Best Jason Chatfield Podcasts (2024)

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Special Guest Jason Chatfield 1:18:28

8d ago1:18:28

1:18:28

New Yorker cartoonist Jason Chatfield joins us to talk about cartooning for the venerable mag, working with a writing partner, doing stand-up at Dangerfield's comedy club, helming the 104-year-old Ginger Meggs syndicated comic, and much, much more! ON TODAY'S SHOW Jason Chatfield on Substack Chatfield on creative collaborations Doing standup at Dan…

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It’s “The NANCY Show”! 1:47:59

1h ago1:47:59

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May is “Nancy “ month at Blockhead and the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum with “Nancy Fest” and “The Nancy Show” a two-day celebration and exhibition celebrating Ernie Bushmiller’s comicstrip masterpiece! Festival organizers, Brian Walker, Tom Gammill and Caitlin McGurk join Geoff to discuss the events, the exhibition and just what makes “N…

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Special guest Dave Blazek 1:14:09

1d ago1:14:09

1:14:09

This week, we're talking to Dave Blazek, creator of "Loose Parts," a single-panel comic syndicated to more than 120 newspapers worldwide. Blazek is a three-time NCS Silver Reuben award winner and a danged delight. We'll discuss how he became an "accidental cartoonist" and his unique approach to writing humor. You get great rewards when you join the…

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Andy Smith, Kor-Drath and Barbarian Love 2:11:42

8d ago2:11:42

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In 30 + years, Andy Smith has worked for just about every big mainstream publisher, and now, with his barbarian warrior Kor-Drath”, he has a bona-vide, creator-owned hit on his hands. Andy and Geoff talk about his brand new Indiegogo campaign, “Kor-Drath: The Awakening”, his barbarian forerunner, Conan, as well as challenges Andy has faced in his 3…

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How to maximize creativity 1:01:48

15d ago1:01:48

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We all have creative peaks and valleys. How can we maximize the good times and minimize the bad? ON TODAY'S SHOW Can you really maximize creativity? UPDATE: Dave's TikTok prediction may still come true UPDATE: 3-part series on Kickstarter coming to Pro Tips Favorite comics from outside the US You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Communi…

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Rebranding 1:13:04

22d ago1:13:04

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How important is rebranding after a series of unsuccessful ventures? Also, how does one get their comic translated into another language — and why? ON TODAY'S SHOW Rebranding Translating a comic UPDATE: The importance of monthly Profit/Loss statements UPDATE: Authors Equity Planning for page turns You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Co…

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How to find the perfect pen name 1:06:05

29d ago1:06:05

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It's our most useful, actionable, practical show yet! Stufffed with handy tips and constructive advice for cartoonists and comic creators! ON TODAY'S SHOW Pen names UPDATE: Dave's Kickstarter at picklesbook.com UPDATE: Patreon Welcome surveys Honorifics, acronyms, and abbreviations in word balloons. You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab …

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Gene Kannenberg Jr & comics at Northwestern University 40:04

1M ago40:04

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Dr. Gene Kannenberg Jr. book artist, cartoonist and Research & Media Assistant at the Herskovits Library of African Studies at Northwestern University , visits Blockhead to celebrate the release of his wonderful new Pop-Up book from Abrams Books, “Here Comes Charlie Brown!: A Peanuts Pop-Up Book”. In this first part of the interview, Gene introduce…

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Here Comes Charlie Brown! with Gene Kannenberg, Jr. 1:03:18

1M ago1:03:18

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Dr. Gene Kannenberg Jr. visits Blockhead to celebrate the release of his wonderful new Pop-Up book from Abrams Books, “Here Comes Charlie Brown!: A Peanuts Pop-Up Book”. In the Peanuts part of the interview, Gene discusses the evolution of the book, his forays into abstract comics and bookbinding and of course, Geoff and Gene talk about their mutua…

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Stretching yourself thin 56:20

1M ago56:20

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Dave has some thoughts on AI. And Brad hates to stretch. That's it. That's the show. ON TODAY'S SHOW Artificial Intelligence is going to force us to be more creative How important is it to rest? NOTE: The Kickstarter for Brad's new Evil Inc books ends this week! Time is running out! You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patr…

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Special Guest Scott Kurtz and "Tables Titans Club" 59:46

2M ago59:46

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Scott Kurtz is on the show to talk about the release of his new book, "Table Titans Club." It's available at Target stores nationwide, along with Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and your local bookstore! ON TODAY'S SHOW Reimagining the "Table Titans" webcomic as a middle-school graphic novel Working with an editor for the first time Pivoting from self-publ…

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Dean Haspiel throws a mean RED Hook! 1:26:12

2M ago1:26:12

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Dean Haspiel visits Blockhead to talk about his exciting, brand new Kickstarter project: The Red Hook x Dean Haspiel; a thrilling all new-24 page comic featuring his reluctant Brooklyn-bound super-hero “The Red Hook” and…well, Dean Haspiel! Along the way, Dean & Geoff talk Brooklyn, Dino the playwright, comics, creativity and just too, too much for…

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Are you using the wrong tool for the job? 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Kickstarter delivers on Discovery in a big way. So would it be wise to use it to replace our failing social media platforms? ON TODAY'S SHOW Using Kickstarter as social media? UPDATE: NCS Reuben Awards 2024 UPDATE: Dave has "Still Got it!" Posting a parody on Webtoon to gain notoriety NOTE: The Kickstarter campaign for Brad's new Evil Inc book is i…

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Jens K. Styve and “DUNCE” 1:19:01

2M ago1:19:01

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Norwegian cartoonist Jens Styve is here to celebrate the publication of his book, Dunce: Arctic Tales, the first collection in English of his wonderful comic strip, “Dunce”! Jens K. Styve: instagram: @duncecomic @jenskstyve DUNCE:ARCTIC TALES: Geoff: geoffgrogan.com instagram: @greenscreencomic @grogangeoff Dean Haspiel: Dean Haspiel Kickstarter: T…

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Using animation to promote 1:09:16

2M ago1:09:16

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TikTok and Instagram reels are moving to the forefront of social media. Is it time to learn video/animation so you can promote your webcomic? ON THIS WEEK'S SHOW... Using animation to promote UPDATE: Short Story Challenge UPDATE: Eisner deadline UPDATE: AI Art A digital-exclusive eComic You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on …

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Ep 51: Hemp, CBD, and pets! Oh my! 53:29

2M ago53:29

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Hey there, pet lovers! Get ready for an exciting chat about keeping our furry friends happy and healthy. Today, we're diving into the world of hemp with our guest, Dr. Joe Wakshlag, to explore the buzz around hemp and CBD. Dr. Wakshlag breaks down why everyone's talking about hemp and CBD for pets. From CBD's soothing benefits to hemp's potential w…

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Can you make a living in comics? 55:41

2M ago55:41

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Every once in a while, someone asks if it's possible actually to make a living in comics. It's a fair question, and it deserves an honest answer. SPONSORED BY... ComicLab is brought to you this week by the book "How Comics Were Made, a Visual History from the Drawing Board to the Printed Page." Comics historian and ComicLab fan Glenn Fleishman has …

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Lance Hansen 1:19:22

2M ago1:19:22

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Mad magazine & American Bystander cartoonist Lance Hansen joins Geoff to talk about his new book, “Limerature 101: Literary Classics in Five Lines or Less(with Pictures)” as well as upcoming projects, including a biography of collagist/dada artist, John Heartfield. Check out Lance Hansen here: lancehansenillustration.com americanbystander.org Humor…

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Shopping for Success 1:07:04

2M ago1:07:04

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A listener asks if they should write one big, successful comic or several mediocre ones. We have a bigger question: What makes you think you have a choice?! Also, it turns out the whole "Substack nazi" thing was yet another case of Platform Panic. SPONSORED BY... ComicLab is brought to you this week by the book "How Comics Were Made, a Visual Histo…

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Ep 50: Paws and Pills: Over-the-Counter Meds & Pet Poisoning Perils 47:24

2M ago47:24

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In this episode Dr. Jen the vet and Dr. Jason Chatfield dive into a crucial discussion about the often-overlooked dangers of common over-the-counter medications for pets. Joined by the knowledgeable and passionate Dr. Renee Schmid from Pet Poison Helpline, they shed light on the potential toxicities lurking in our homes. From seemingly harmless pai…

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Fifty is nifty 1:02:40

3M ago1:02:40

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BE ADVISED: We'll be discussing issues like death and dying in this episode. Dave turns fifty years old, and it has us talking about cartooning in the second half of one's life. And we're not the only ones asking existential questions. Our first question asker is worried that they're not going to have time to work on all of their ideas in one lifet…

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How to Write a Short Story 55:50

3M ago55:50

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We often advise that beginners write a few short stories to sharpen their comics-making skills before they tackle that 200-page epic that they're burning to produce! But how do you write a short story? Today's show offers an easy-to-follow, step-by-step guide! Use this blueprint to participate in the ComicLab Short Story Challenge! PLUS... if it's …

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Rethinking Outreach in 2024 1:14:20

3M ago1:14:20

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As last year came to a close, it was becoming very clear that social media has been failing to deliver what we traditionally relied on it for — reaching our current readers and finding new ones. So this year Brad is trying out a new platform — Subsack. But that comes with a whole new learning curve — and more than a few ethical issues to wrestle wi…

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Ep 49: Is this anything? Mysterious canine respiratory disease 51:43

3M ago51:43

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Join us on this episode as Dr. Jen the vet and Dr. Jason Chatfield explore the mysterious canine respiratory disease outbreak. In this episode: Get an overview of the current situation and symptoms. Hear insights on potential causes and preventive measures. Learn practical tips for pet owners to protect their furry friends. Help raise awareness by …

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How to get started in comics, 2024 edition 1:05:36

3M ago1:05:36

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One of our most often-requested topics is "How do I start a webcomic?" We're going to give you some step-by-step instructions — updated for the new year! Plus... we always stress the importance of doing a good comic. That begs another question: "How do I know if my comic is good?" ON THIS WEEK'S SHOW... How to start a webcomic in 2024 "How do I kno…

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Predictions and goals for 2024 1:15:41

4M ago1:15:41

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Veteran cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar make some predictions and discuss their goals for the new year. 2024 Predictions BRAD: Twitter will crash in 2024 DAVE: Social media will remain distributed over five or six platforms BRAD: Web users will begin to pivot away from social media DAVE: Patreon will move closer to an IPO BRAD: Kickstarter…

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Brad learns to share 1:02:39

4M ago1:02:39

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Better late than never, Brad learns to share. On social media, that is. And, using what he learned after weeks of analysis, he has a challenge for you: Try — just try — to find something worth sharing on social media. ON TODAY'S SHOW Searching for an effective social media strategy A new social-media experiment — Try... just TRY to find a post wort…

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Goodbye ‘23 34:47

4M ago34:47

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Geoff offers an overview of some indy comics by great cartoonists he picked up in 2023. geoffgrogan.com Instagram @greenscreencomic https://etsy.com/shop/comicsprintworks cartoonists mentioned: Sonic Saturn by shape comics Covid Cop /Billy Dogma by Dean Haspiel: https://etsy.com/shop/deanhaspiel ”This Year is Next Year’s Last Year” by Christopher S…

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2023 — The Year in Review 1:03:37

4M ago1:03:37

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Veteran cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar look back on their predictions for 2023. They nailed a few and failed a few! PREDICTION SCORECARD Patreon will slowly entice people away from the Founder's level -- WRONG TikTok will be banned in the US -- WRONG CSP will unveil amazing features / Webtoons publishing -- RIGHT Webtoons publishing -- RI…

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Where do you get ideas? Recorded live at the NCS Rueben Weekend 43:15

4M ago43:15

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While we were at the National Cartoonists Society Rueben Awards Weekend, we stopped cartoonists and asked them one question: When you need to spark creativity — and nothing is happening — how do you find ideas? Today's show is a compilation of those responses. You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab Community on Patreon $2 — Early access t…

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Ep 48: When a Cough Isn't Just a Cough: Understanding the Underlying Causes of Canine Respiratory Issues 46:33

4M ago46:33

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Join us on this episode of Chats with the Chatfields as Dr. Jen the vet and Dr. Jason Chatfield sit down with Dr. Richard Stone, a board-certified veterinary internist and Vice President of Medicine at BluePearl Specialty and Emergency Pet Hospital. Our focus today is unraveling the mysteries of canine coughs, exploring their causes, when to seek c…

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