The Corner Box S1Ep45 - The Jim Zub Interview: Love the Zub
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Episode Summary
On this episode of The Corner Box, the Love Zub, Jim Zub, joins hosts John Barber and David Hedgecock! In Part 1 of this conversation we talk about when Jim became a comics fan, his extensive Marvel collection, the massive creative influence of DnD, Jim’s journey into a creative career, and Scott McCloud’s pure kindness. Also, Jim learns to cook, John gets a Pro Badge, and David’s notes take a dark turn.
Stick around for Part 2 of this conversation next week on The Corner Box vs Jim Zub.
Timestamp Segments
· [00:57] Who is Jim Zub?
· [02:16] What has Jim done?
· [04:01] When Jim became a comics fan.
· [10:45] The continuity of the Marvel Universe.
· [12:03] Jim and Joe’s Marvel collection.
· [13:00] Getting into DnD.
· [20:33] Is DnD evil?
· [25:11] New DnD tech.
· [27:09] Chef Jim.
· [29:56] Jim’s early access to comics.
· [33:31] Making a living with comics.
· [39:58] The forbidden list.
· [41:25] Rejected by Marvel.
· [42:30] Jim’s first webcomics.
· [44:31] The future of comics.
· [47:00] Meeting Scott McCloud.
Notable Quotes
· “It’s not evil. It’s just fucking stupid.”
· “If you made comics, you were part of it.”
Relevant Links
You can see what Jim Zub is up to on his site:
www.jimzub.com
David is having a Fun Time. Let's GO!
Fun Time Go, Inc.
John is helping PugW take over the comic world!
https://www.pugworldwide.com/
For transcripts and show notes:
www.thecornerbox.club
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