Best Scott Kurtz Podcasts (2024)

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Special Guest Co-Host Scott Kurtz — How to make a graphic novel 46:27

1h ago46:27

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Show note: Unfortunately, we had some daunting technical difficulties during this recording session, so we had to switch to Zoom to record half of the show. As Dave Kellett recovers from a successful San Diego Comic-Con, Scott Kurtz steps in to help Brad talk about making a graphic novel. In the second half, the two spill some tea over early webcom…

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Patreon and the iOS app 1:07:17

1h ago1:07:17

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Apple has initiated a plan to take 30% of all transactions made through the Patreon iOS app. That has caused creators to panic, spreading misinformation and making poorly thought-out claims. Many people trying to explain the situation to their backers got their facts wrong, hurting their own revenue. Dave and Brad sit down and sort out the facts fr…

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Kickstarter mistake — confusing rewards with add-ons 56:43

3h ago56:43

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Brad and Dave discuss using rewards and add-ons in a Kickstarter campaign. Then, they tackle the problem of whether your dialogue should feature proper English or your character's "natural" speech. Today's show Kickstarter mistake — confusing rewards with add-ons Check out Dave's Kickstarter at Newdrivebook.com Should you write in proper English? U…

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Special Guest Co-Host Kevin McShane 1:03:09

5d ago1:03:09

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As Brad Guigar travels to Bad Axe, Michigan, to spend a fun-filled week with his family, Kevin McShane steps in to talk comics with Dave Kellett. In this conversation, David and Kevin discuss various topics related to comics, including their experiences with "Love Is" comics at their weddings, the potential future advancements in comic-making techn…

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EP#254 Teach Lead Inspire Through Stories with Mark J Carpenter 1:15:00

6h ago1:15:00

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Join me, Tom Dutta, as I sit down with Mark Carpenter, a serial storyteller who has transformed the way leaders and sales professionals connect with their teams and clients. Mark's journey from the burnout of corporate life to becoming a best-selling author and master storyteller is nothing short of inspiring. In this episode, we dive deep into the…

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How to use a sketchbook 1:00:05

14d ago1:00:05

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SHOW NOTE: Brad's microphone had some technical difficulties this week. Please excuse the momentary dip in sound quality. This week, we're talking about the right way to use a sketchbook. Also, is it a good idea to abandon social media completely and replace it with blogging? SUMMARY The hosts discuss the different ways they use sketchbooks and emp…

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How to get better faster and faster better 55:07

26d ago55:07

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Sometimes, it seems as if the more your skills improve, the longer it takes to get something done! Shouldn't it be the other way around?! Also... what's the most polite way to tell a comic-con shopper to just stop reading and BUY the danged comic? ON TODAY'S SHOW How to get better faster and faster better Sites with links to webcomics Stop reading …

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How to get subscribers on Substack 1:05:24

30d ago1:05:24

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Dave and Brad share proven strategies for building your audience on Substack. Also: What are the best approaches for dummy lettering — lettering that's supposed to be unreadable? TODAY'S SHOW How to get new sign-ups on Substack UPDATE: Get your exclusive ComicLab pin at Dave Kellett's booth (#1228) during Comic-Con International UPDATE: The Nationa…

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When to throw in the towel 59:43

1M ago59:43

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Have you ever wanted to just quit? When all seems lost... when you're all out of hope... when you're about to give up, just remember... it can always get worse. Dave and Brad talk about surviving those dark nights of the soul and finding a little light. ON TODAY'S SHOW When to throw in the towel UPDATE: Get your exclusive ComicLab pin at Comic-Con …

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How to raise your rates on Patreon 1:15:55

1M ago1:15:55

1:15:55

Dave and Brad each realize they must raise their rates on their individual Patreon campaigns. This results in a surprising bout of Impostor Syndrome for Brad that nearly immobilizes him — if not for a meaningful intervention from a trusted friend. SHOW NOTES Raising rates on Patreon UPDATE: Get your exclusive ComicLab enamel pin at Comic-Con Intern…

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Special guest Asia Simone 59:01

1M ago59:01

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Marvel/Scholastic illustrator Asia Simone (Instagram, Twitter)shares her experience of illustrating a "Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur" book, navigating the world of YA graphic novel publishing, and... surviving Brad's studio! Next, a listener asks... "Should I jump to Cara?" TODAY'S SHOW Special guest Asia Simone Should I jump to Cara? San Diego Comic-…

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EP#253 Not Less Than Everything One Mans Search For Spiritual Enlightenment 1:28:07

2M ago1:28:07

1:28:07

Revealing his new book Not Less Than Everything: One Man’s Quest for Spiritual Enlightenment, published by Clovercroft Published September 26, 2023), August Turak reveals his stories as a member of the original team that launched MTV: Music Television and a successful hi-tech entrepreneur, Turak had what most people consider to be "the life." But h…

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How to build an audience on Substack 1:03:34

2M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

Substack is one of the few social-media newcomers that actually produces visible results. It delivers audience-building, reader retention, advanced messaging, intelligent analytics, savvy promotion, and discovery. Better yet, it has a user interface that's a joy to use. So why are so many cartoonists perplexed by it? Brad and Dave do a deep dive in…

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EP#252 The Turning of the Circle Embracing Natures Wisdom for Purposeful Living REINO GEVERS 1:03:21

2M ago1:03:21

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Reino Gevers is a seasoned pilgrim who has walked twelve different Camino pilgrimage routes in northwestern Spain. His journey began after hitting a wall in his over 20-year journalism career, prompting a complete reinvention of himself. His first book, "Walking on Edge," is a fictional narrative drawn from his personal experiences on the Camino. H…

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Are dad jokes ~bad~ jokes? 1:01:56

3M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

A new father asks if his baby will change how he writes. "Hey, Comics Dads, I'm worried," he says. "Hey, Worried, we're Comics Dads," we reply. And then Dave invites Brad to pull his finger. After they discuss the effects of parenthood on creativity, a friendly zinester writes in to take Brad to task over his dismissal of zines as "nutty." ON TODAY…

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It's Friday — am I famous yet? 59:46

3M ago59:46

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After six weeks of working on their comic, a listener asks how soon they can expect to make a living doing this — and gets an earful from Brad and Dave. Plus, Brad and Dave share more of their picks for Reuben Award nominees. In this episode, Brad and Dave discuss the importance of having realistic expectations and enjoying the creative process whe…

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EP#251 From Guyana With Love with Pauline Blachford Entrepreneur Speaker and Writer 1:08:23

3M ago1:08:23

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PREMIERE INTERVIEW June 12, 2024, 12 pm PDT YouTube and Podcast This is an incredible story of Courage, Vision, and Faith and how Pauline Blachford, an Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Writer, changed a child's world through Adoption.By Tom A Dutta (The Quiet Warrior)

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They can't all be winners 1:09:57

3M ago1:09:57

1:09:57

How much of your work would you consider "top tier?" Fifty percent? Twenty percent? And speaking of the top tier, Brad and Dave share a partial list of people they think should be nominated for a Reuben Award this year. In this episode, Brad and Dave discuss the ratio of their work that they consider to be top-tier. They also talk about the benefit…

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Survivorship Bias 1:02:23

3M ago1:02:23

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We've all heard successful creators complain that younger hopefuls "just don't want to do the hard work." They disregard the complicated nature of achieving their status and dismiss aspiring novices on the basis of one single factor. Survivorship bias is undoubtedly a result of flawed reasoning. ...But is it bad advice? Brad and Dave discuss surviv…

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OTT Executive Podcast S5 E1: Michael Senzon, President of Digital, Allen Media Group 40:20

3M ago40:20

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1) Interning for "Late Night with David Letterman" -- can people still start their M&E careers that way? 2) CNN Digital role; 3) Launching first live news streaming service; 4) The "Great Big Story" story; 5) CNBC and NBC News OTT products; 6) Partnership with Pluto; 7) What was the inflection point where streaming became "real"? 8) Current Allen M…

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Are we 'there' yet? 1:01:16

4M ago1:01:16

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How did Brad and Dave know when they'd "made it"? ALSO: Now that you have a website with a blog... what do you write?? Brad shares a heartwarming story about his dad's induction into the Michigan High School Bowling Hall of Fame. They discuss the concept of 'making it' as a cartoonist and the different definitions of success. They also address the …

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How much story is too much story? 1:14:37

4M ago1:14:37

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How do you know when you're giving your readers too many details? — or not enough? Where's the sweet spot between action and exposition? We're going deep on storycraft this week! PLUS: Zines, gutters, and distribution! THIS WEEK'S SHOW How much story to write Should you be doing a zine? Gutters Borders Distribution You get great rewards when you jo…

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Social media is dead... now what? 1:10:12

4M ago1:10:12

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Having completed their Kickstarters, Dave and Brad review the promotional outreach that delivered the biggest results and make a shocking discovery. Traditionally, social media platforms were the biggest drivers of Kickstarter pledges. But in 2024 they barely made the top ten. That raises an important question: If we can't rely on social media to d…

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Building traffic vs building audience 1:12:16

4M ago1:12:16

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Is it possible to build traffic for your comic without building an audience? Also, an anonymous post on Reddit accuses Webtoons of using a predatory contract. ON TODAY'S SHOW Building traffic vs. building an audience UPDATE: SDCC Panels UPDATE: Dave's 500 for 50 Is the Webtoons contract "predatory?" You get great rewards when you join the ComicLab …

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Special guest Dave Blazek 1:14:09

5M ago1:14:09

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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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EP#250 Awakening All Sleepwalkers with Sophie McLean Founder Access to Awareness 1:01:41

5M ago1:01:41

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🌟 Premiering April 24, 2024, at 12 PM PDT, join us on The Quiet Warrior Show as we dive into the intriguing life of Sophie McLean – A Wisdom Teacher reshaping our existential quest. 📖 From her autobiography, Awakening All Sleepwalkers, Sophie reflects on a journey spanning continents, from the grips of war to the heights of spirituality. She's not …

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Special Guest Jason Chatfield 1:18:28

5M 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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OTT Executive Podcast S4 E8 -- Paul Pastor, QuickPlay CBO 40:47

4M ago40:47

40:47

1) Paul's career background-- Technicolor, Disney, Discovery, Struum; 2) Paul's mentor and move into strategy; 3) Getting the call from Disney; 4) The "moment when my career trajectory changed"; 5) How to use viewer data to be cool at cocktail parties ; 6) QuickPlay's focus on Tier 1 customers; 7) QuickPlay's USP: architecture and culture; 8) Quick…

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How to maximize creativity 1:01:48

4M ago1:01:48

1:01:48

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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