The Illustrious Gentlemen Podcasts

This week the guys had their panel at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2023 and chatted with writer and editor, Mark Waid. Mark has written some of the best comics of the past three decades and Ryan and Scott were thrilled to have a chance to share a drink with him and pick his brain. Follow the show on twitter and instagram at tig_show. Subscribe and leave a re…

This week Ryan enjoys a Tart Ale and chats with Cory Bushnell, owner of CAB Comics to chat about Free Comic Book Day, owning a comic shop, and much more! https://cabcomicsaz.com Follow the show on twitter and instagram at tig_show. Subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen. Spotify listeners should check out the Oh Yeah That’s Great Podcast.…

This week Ryan is joined by comic creator Jason Copland to chat about his upcoming creator-owned epic, Full Tilt. Jason has been working on this book for the past five years and we cover the process behind the book, crowdfunding, doubts, imposter syndrome and so much more. Follow Jason's work here. Subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen a…

This week Ryan and Scott try to categorize some of our favorite comic artists and discover what it is about their work that we react to. Subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen and follow the show at www. tigshow.com Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram at @tig_show - Our intro music is a sample from Cockpit, by Silent Partner. #podcas…

This week Ryan takes on a 32-man bracket of the best Batman artists. Sort of. It's not his fault, really. Also, the lady at the beer shop lied to him. Subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen and follow Ryan on substack at www.super75studios.substack.com. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram at @tig_show - Our intro music is a sample fr…

This week Ryan chats with brewer, comic fan, and friend of the pod, Glorious screenwriter, Joshua Hull. They talk indie horror, screenwriting, comics, beer, and so much more. Glorious is available on Shudder and Prime, and Scarlet Lane Brewing is doing some fun stuff in the wilds of Indiana. Subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen and foll…

This week Ryan gets you caught up on all the great guests that will be at the inaugural Arizona Comicbook Arts Festival. Subscribe and leave a review wherever you listen and follow Ryan on substack at www.super75studios.substack.com. Follow the show on Twitter and Instagram at @tig_show - Our intro music is a sample from Cockpit, by Silent Partner.…

This week Ryan chats about two things he loves, comics and MMA with MMA reporter, José Youngs! José chats about his introduction to comics, some of his favorite runs and his recommendations for gateway comics before they delve into MMA talk. Upcoming title fights, favorite fighters, favorite nicknames and more. It's fun! Treat yourself! Learn more …

This week the guys discuss what was happening in comics 25 years ago. Heroes Return, Eisner Winners, Marvel Knights and pre-Authority Stormwatch. Stick around to the end for an important announcement, Comics! Subscribe and leave us a review! Learn how to support the show, listen to all the previous episodes, and buy our merch at www.tigshow.com and…

This week Ryan drinks a Barley Wine and talks to illustrator and designer, Ryan Liebe, as he drinks a glass of wine, and they recommend some things. They talk about comics, Liebe's history through comics, mentorship, the money making reality of comics' and so much more. Learn how to support the show, listen to all the previous episodes, and buy our…

A re-broadcast of Ryan's chat with writer of television and comics, Jay Faerber. But first, some small talk. What's a better name for Artist Alley? Let's find out what the pros say. Subscribe, leave us a review and become a patron at www.patreon.com/super75studios. Learn how to support the show, listen to all the previous episodes, and buy our merc…

This week Ryan follows up on last week's episode and gets caught up on World Cup action, including having a problematic Russian buy him a problematically-named drink at an English pub filled with U.S. soccer fans. After that you will be treated to a re-broadcast of his Super Fun Weekend conversation with John Layman from earlier this year. If you l…

It’s the World Cup baby! Copa Mundial! This week the guys break down and predict the world cup based off of comic characters from each team’s country. Just give it a listen and it’ll all make sense. Football is life. Sponsored by The Arizona Comicbook Arts Festival. Subscribe, leave us a review and become a patron at www.patreon.com/super75studios.…

Ryan rambles for a bit about his past week in comics and sports-watching before unleashing upon you the brilliance that is Phil Hester in this re-broadcast of his Super Fun Weekend conversation with Phil from earlier this year. If you like this podcast, tell your friends about it, subscribe, leave us a review and become a patron at www.patreon.com/…

Super Fun Weekend, a podcast where writers and artists talk about traveling is joining the ranks of the Illustrious Gentlemen! Ryan recommends a new comic and a new podcast he's digging this week to get us started before jumping into chatting with comic artist, Michael Cho. If you like this podcast, tell your friends about it, subscribe, leave us a…

Fall break is over and the boys are back! This week the guys catch up after a month and talk about the TV, movies, and music they’ve been ingesting. Ryan talks about his recent trip to DC and tries to hide his disdain for modern art. Subscribe, leave us a review and become a patron at www.patreon.com/super75studios. Learn how to support the show, l…

This week Ryan absolutely enjoys a delicious and nutritious Bloody Mary as the guys discuss FOMO, their Inktober plans, and ANDOR. All that plus the usual nonsense, this week on The Illustrious Gentlemen. Subscribe, leave us a review and become a patron at www.patreon.com/super75studios. Learn how to support the show, listen to all the previous epi…

This week Ryan tries a strong Pumpkin Ale, is still baffled by Welcome to Wrexham, and wonders why he can’t get an invite to a comic con in Vegas. After that the guys delve into a chat about the pros and cons of being “a guy” or “the guy” when it comes to making comics. Learn how to support the show, listen to all the previous episodes, and buy our…

This week the guys chat about Westworld, For All Mankind, Tucson, cheap drinks, and much more. Our intro music is a sample from Cockpit, by Silent Partner. #podcasts #comics #tv #westworld #forallmankind --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tigshow/message

Image Comics is 30 years old and the guys chat about some of their favorite Image books, being Image creators themselves, which artists could break away now, and much much more. Including some Premier League talk and a brief discussion of a one-testicled bike riding champion. Our intro music is a sample from Cockpit, by Silent Partner. #podcasts #c…

This week, two middle aged men discuss a new technology they know little to nothing about! A.I. generated art, is it good or bad? Dangerous or harmless? Who knows, certainly not us. All that plus bitching about pets and much more! Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each episode plus much more. Vis…

This week Ryan is drinking first thing in the morning as the guys discuss cereal, Earth X, comic book advice, comic creator legacy, minimalist comic book art, Sandman, Prey, and For All Mankind. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each episode plus much more. Visit www.tigshow.com/merch to pick up …

Style, technique, and tools. Three things every craftsman and artist needs, and that’s what the boys are talking about this week. How they view these aspects and how they relate to comic art. All that plus The Bear, Premier League, a wonderful under $30 bottle of Rye, and Ryan waxes poetically about the great state of Kansas. Become a Patreon suppo…

This week the guys chat about upcoming geek-related TV and movies, studio expectations of fans, and we rant about the biggest problem with prequels. Scott also takes a few seconds to set Ryan straight about the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each episode plus much…

This week the guys chat about the pros and cons of making comics solo or with a team. Not everyone can be Jeff Smith, and some people like to be just one of the guys, so we touch on the good, and the bad, both options can offer. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each episode plus much more. Visit…

This week the guys catch up after nearly a month, and it's oh so good. Ryan travelled to Baltimore, DC, and Charlotte for Heroes Con. Ryan shows more love to Heroes, gushes about TIG Hall of Famer, Stuart Immonen, John Timms, art buyers and more! Then the guys get into TV shows they're loving, including The Boys and Strange New Worlds. Become a Pat…

This week it’s one of those Ryan Solo-Sodes you all hate so much. Ryan answers a couple Patron questions before delving into some comic book making advice for himself, as well as anyone who wants to make comics. Rates, style, honing your skills, it’s all here, and it’s all free. Do with this magic what you will. Comics! Become a Patreon supporter a…

This week the guys recap the past month of cancellations and calamities before diving into an article about editors, writers and artists. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each episode plus much more. Visit www.tigshow.com/merch to pick up one of our new shirts, coasters or stickers! You can foll…

The boys are back baby! After nearly a month of calamities the guys met up over a few shooters of Pink Whitney at Phoenix Fan Fusion 2022 to hand out the coveted Tiggie Awards to their favorite creators, comics, TV shows, and movies. All that, plus four people are enshrined as the first TIG Show Hall of Fame class. Become a Patreon supporter at www…

This week Ryan tries to put a positive spin on things and recommends the people and things he's digging. They chat about Ryan's new podcast, a couple covers they've recently worked on and a bit about Ryan's ACME event, which just wrapped up its 10th anniversary. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of …

This week Ryan is disappointed in something he knew he’d be disappointed in. The guys chat about Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, knowing your demographic, the Thor: Love and Thunder trailer, how much they’re willing to pay to support their team, curating comic events, sassy Japanese toddlers, and more! Become a Patreon supporter at www…

This week the guys babble on about Moon Knight, weird dreams, Twitter trending topics and just what they should do on their panel at an upcoming convention. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each episode plus much more. Visit www.tigshow.com/merch to pick up one of our new shirts, coasters or sti…

This week Ryan’s back on the sauce and the guys chat about some of their favorite artists from the 90’s as they tackle the Wizard Magazine Top 10 Artists Sweet 16. It’s like sports, but about comic artists they love and admire. All that plus some WonderCon wrap up, Our Flag Means Death, The Batman, Moon Knight, Everton’s relegation battle, and much…

This week the guys chat about some typical nonsense while Ryan enjoys two non-alcoholic beers before pivoting to a discussion about superhero page design for comics. They use advice from Larry Hama as a jumping off point before diving into Scott’s personal philosophy. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versio…

We're back! This week the guys shoot the shit about Ryan temporarily being off the sauce, snoring solutions, travel, movies we’re excited about, actors we’re over, comic convention panel guessing games, getting concelled and more. All that and some TV and podcast recommendations. Not yet sponsored by Mint Mobile! Become a Patreon supporter at www.p…

This week the guys talk about domestic cups in soccer and why more sports don’t do awesome things like that before getting into a chat about design, storytelling, action, and more when it comes to comics! Ryan goes through his shelf of comics and showcases some of his favorite examples for each category. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.co…

From Raylan to Jess and Ewan to Saka, this week Ryan drinks a flavored whiskey while Scott is enthralled by a midday Arsenal match. It’s TV time! Join the guys as they list off some of their favorite always-could-be-on shows. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each episode plus much more. // Visit…

This week the guys chat about a bunch of their favorite “feel good” movies. From the Cornetto Trilogy to 22 Jump Street and all places in-between. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each episode plus much more. // Visit www.tigshow.com/merch to pick up one of our new shirts, coasters or stickers! …

In a shocking twist, the guys had issues with a show that didn’t cater exclusively to them! It’s time to talk about The Book of Boba Fett. This show had it all! A bucking bronco Rancor, a colorful scooter gang, Jennifer Beals with weird hair, a girthy Boba Fett and a special moment between two old pals. Ryan beer for this show was a Foster’s. What’…

Ahead of The Batman dropping in theaters later this week the guys get together in person to chat about their favorite on-screen portrayals of the caped crusader. Will they choose the grim and gritty dark knight or the cowled superfriend? It’s safe to say that they agreed on absolutely nothing. The episode starts out with a tribute to our pal, Brian…

Scotty and Ryan do their best to answer some listener questions this week. Topics include how to best get your comic out into the world, working on Justice League Versus The Legion of Super-Heroes, what comic we’d reboot, pros and cons of working for a major publisher and much more! Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and g…

This week the guys discuss Epic, New, and Ultimate Universes! From 1982 until 2015 Marvel Comics had imprints outside of the main Marvel Universe featuring titles like Star Brand, Alien Legion, and The Ultimates! Crack open a drink and bust out your back issues of Kickers Inc. for this one! Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studi…

This week the guys drink a little bourbon and wrap up their chat about Spider-Man: No Way Home. What would that movie look like if someone had put them in charge of a 3rd Tom Holland Spidey film? As one would assume, there are two very different ideas here. Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each …

This week graphic designer, comic artist and illustrator, Ryan Liebe, joins the podcast to chat about early influences, process and art. Ryan drinks some wine he can't pronounce, and Justice League Versus The Legion of Super-Heroes #1 out this week! Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each episode …

This week the guys give you some of those good end-of-year recommendations before diving into a spoiler-filled chat about Spider-Man: No Way Home. What they liked, what they didn’t, and different choices they’d have made. You know the drill. Buckle up True Believers! Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early version…

This week the guys give you their takes on spin-offs they'd like to see on some of the shows they're enjoying. Tired of CSI: Newark and FBI: Albuquerque? Then give this one a listen! Become a Patreon supporter at www.patreon.com/super75studios and get early versions of each episode plus much more. // Visit www.tigshow.com/merch to pick up one of ou…

Scott and Ryan are in deadline/holiday hell these past few weeks which is why our schedule has been so completely messed up. This week it's another Chaser episode, this time with a twist! We're showcasing an episode of Zeng This that Scott was on in December of 2020 where he talked all things Superman! Zeng This is a podcast hosted by Zenger, Aric …

This week Ryan rides solo and recommends a podcast, TV show, and some teams NOT to follow unless you’re also a fan of misery. After that he cracks open a 9-2 first place beer and answers 20 questions for cartoonists from The Comics Journal website. Become a Patreon supporter and get early video versions of each episode plus much more. // Visit www.…

This week Scott has a cocktail before recommending a horror movie from 2014 while Ryan has a cocktail-in-a-can and talks about his newfound love for Selena Gomez. After the usual shenanigans, they transform into a pair of Hollywood executives and go through a handful of movie and TV pitches and talk about what they would do to weave those ideas int…

This week Ryan drinks a white wine spritzer and Scott has the honor of enjoying a Grain Belt Nordeast while Ryan recommends some comics, makes an Eisner prediction, and praises Human Target and Catwoman: Lonely City before the guys heap praise on one of the best in the business, Kevin Nowlan! It’s the artist appreciation hour! If you listen on Spot…