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Matt Fraction And Chip Zdarsky : Mad About DC, Batman & Avengers Armageddon
Apr 20, 2026
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Atsushi Kaneko's Search And Destroy : Anger, Punk & Manga (An Interview)
Apr 14, 2026
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Connor Valentin Of Dissentience - The Crossroads of Music, Art & Kaiju
Apr 6, 2026
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Fantagraphics Gary Groth 50 Years Of The World's Greatest Cartoonists
Mar 30, 2026
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Mar 30, 2026
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| 4/20/26 | Matt Fraction And Chip Zdarsky : Mad About DC, Batman & Avengers Armageddon | Writer Matt Fraction (Batman, Hawkeye) and Canadian Chip Zdarsky (Captain America, Daredevil) join Dave for the 100th episode.The chums talk about Mad Magazine, Sex Criminals, Avengers Armageddon, and the business end of Marvel and DC comics. The two discuss shared influences, from Don Martin to Dan Clowes, Chip's cover recreation project, and why Batman has never experienced an orgasm. Also, Amazon sex toys, bookcase coffins, the Woke Lolita Kickstarter, memes, and Bruce Wayne’s mustache.Thank you to everyone who's been a part of the podcast as a guest or audience, here's to 100 more, See you for season 6!directeditionpodcast.comIf you would like to support the podcast please consider joining the Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/DavengersDirectEdition | — | ||||||
| 4/14/26 |  Atsushi Kaneko's Search And Destroy : Anger, Punk & Manga (An Interview) | Mangaka Atsushi Kaneko (Bambi and Her Pink Gun, Deathco, Soil, Evol) joins Dave to discuss Search and Destroy, his modern tribute to Osamu Tezuka's Dororo, published by Fantagraphics. Kaneko shares how Sex Pistols and Stanley Kubrick shaped his teenage years, discovering Daniel Clowes and Charles Burns via Iggy Pop during Japan's lowbrow art boom, and the records that still inspire his work—from The Cramps to Public Image Limited. He explains his shift to digital art, why he's been asked "why are you so angry?" his entire life, and teases two English-language projects in the works.Thank you to Aki Yanagi for translating!directeditionpodcast.comhttps://www.patreon.com/davengersdirecteditionhttps://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/atsushi-kaneko?srsltid=AfmBOophR-PL5cfY0RNXxgFrOYRY6C_0G519Sz7fglu2V95iuusP9b9w | — | ||||||
| 4/6/26 | Connor Valentin Of Dissentience - The Crossroads of Music, Art & Kaiju | Guitarist and frontman Connor Valentin (Dissentience) joins Dave to chat about the band's new EP 'Kaiju' . They talk about giant monsters, comics, and the crossover between art and music. Valentin shares how McFarlane toys and Marvel Legends action figures shaped his early creative interests, filling his vintage Marvel tryout book with work from Mark Bagley and Erik Larsen, and the inseparable art-music connection of Pushead, Raymond Pettibon, and Derek Riggs. The two discuss Godzilla Minus One, the underrated Heisei era films, why the best monster movies aren't really about the monster, and hatch plans for an unlikely collaboration.https://www.dissentience.com/https://www.youtube.com/@dissentience/videoshttps://westcoastdavengers.com/direct-edition-podcast/Patreon https://www.patreon.com/DavengersDirectEdition | — | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | Fantagraphics Gary Groth 50 Years Of The World's Greatest Cartoonists | Gary Groth, publisher and founder of Fantagraphics joins Dave to reflect on 50 years of championing comics, the world's greatest cartoonists, and following conviction. He talks about launching The Comics Journal at 21, meeting Robert Crumb, Harvey Kurtzman, Daniel Clowes, Todd McFarlane, Charles Schulz, and the defining moment Love and Rockets arrived, unsolicited in his mailbox. The two discuss the tragic passing of artist Ed Piskor, the new Takumigraphics manga imprint, Kago Shintaro, and why Fantagraphics is doubling down on politically urgent work.fantagraphics.com | — | ||||||
| 3/30/26 | Sebastian Bach : From Skid Row To The Spider-Man , Sebastian is one of us! | Skid Row frontman Sebastian Bach joins Dave for a deep-dive conversation about comic book collecting, rock music, and creative inspiration. Bach shares his earliest comic memories, from Fantastic Four to Herb Trimpe’s Incredible Hulk, and how those stories shaped his lifelong taste as a collector. He recounts unforgettable rock tour road stories, including the legendary moment he bought Amazing Fantasy #15 alongside Pantera guitarist Dimebag Darrell on a fateful day in Omaha.The two explore the power of comic book community, the creative fuel behind Jack Kirby, Gene Colan, and Spider-Man, iconic Spider-Man jackets, and why local comic shops remain a place of quiet refuge for artists, musicians, and fans alike. A must-listen episode for fans of hard rock, heavy metal, Marvel Comics, Spider-Man, and pop culture storytelling.See Sebastian On The Road this year: https://www.sebastianbach.com/https://www.westcoastdavengers.com/direct-edition-podcasthttps://www.patreon.com/davengersdirectedition | — | ||||||
| 3/23/26 | Brett Bean : D'ORC and Dungeon Crawler Carl , A Recipe For Success | Cartoonist Brett Bean (Dungeon Crawler Carl, Rocket and Groot, Jim Henson Creature Shop) joins Dave to discuss D'ORC, his humorous, high-fantasy series with Image Comics. Bean shares how he developed his protagonist from his own experience of never fitting in, his "controlled chaos" approach to both art and life, and the pivotal conversation that caused him to leave behind animation for comics. The two discuss paying creative dues, the positivity of Matt Dinnaman, favoring creativity over chasing paychecks, and what watching Phoebe Bridgers play for tips at a farmers market says about the importance of starting small.Check out Brett's work here : https://www.brettbean.com/Subscribe to my Patreon : https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirecteditionwww.westcoastdavengers.com | — | ||||||
| 3/16/26 | Marko Djurdjevic : Building The ORKEN Universe After Leaving Marvel Comics | Artist Marko Djurdjevic (League Of Legends, Marvel Variant Covers) joins Dave to discuss ORKEN, his ambitious and wide ranging transmedia project of novels & illustrated books via Kickstarter. Djurdjevic talks about his overcommitment to quality, building legacy through his company SixMoreVodka, Javier Bardem, the principles that drove his cover designs for Marvel, Ultimate Fallout 4, and shares how 80s cartoons like He-Man shaped his sense of world-building. The two discuss the perfection of There Will Be Blood, David Lynch's Dune, Christopher Nolan, Metallica, and the lost magic of 80's storytelling. Back the Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sixmorevodka/orken/descriptionhttps://www.sixmorevodka.com/homeFind Me:-------------------------------------------My Website : www.westcoastdavengers.comPATREON https://www.patreon.com/DavengersDirectEditionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directeditionpodcast/ | — | ||||||
| 3/9/26 | Ben Earl : Inspiration From Mythology & Spirituality To Marvel Comics | Writer B.Earl (Ultimate Hawkeye, Werewolf by Night, Daredevil and Echo) joins Dave for an enthusiastic conversation about his path from film editor to comics and his unlikely partnerships with Will.i.am (Masters of the Sun) and Taboo of the Black Eyed Peas, and his personal writing on spirituality and creativity. The two talk comics, Northwest artist Jeffrey Veregge, Jim Lee's X-Men, music to read to, tarot and the satisfying payoff that comes from betting on yourself.Subscribe to Ben's Substack - https://bearl.substack.com/?_src_ref=l.instagram.comFollow Ben on IG - https://www.instagram.com/b.earlwriter/Find Me:My Website : www.westcoastdavengers.comPATREON:https://www.patreon.com/DavengersDirectEditionInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/directeditionpodcast/ | — | ||||||
| 3/2/26 | Steve Bissette & Jim Rugg Bring Tyrant Back From Extinction | Stephen Bissette (Swamp Thing) & Jim Rugg (Cartoonist Kayfabe, Street Angel) join Dave to discuss the upcoming Artist and Complete Editions of Tyrant via Kickstarter , Bissette's singular prehistoric dinosaur masterwork. Eisner Hall of Fame legend Bissette and comic genius Rugg explore the role of fanzines in shaping early careers, the intensive scientific research that nearly derailed Tyrant's earliest issues, Ray Harryhausen, and how Alan Moore's advice solved the problem of creating a non-human narrative voice.Pre-Save the kickstarter here - https://tinyurl.com/yp4mwt72Join my Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirecteditionGrab Jim Rugg's books through PowerPulp - https://powerpulpcomics.com/Grab Stephen's Paleo Pop - https://www.amazon.sg/Bissettes-TYRANT%C2%AE-presents-Paleo-PopTM/dp/B0G4DWVX4G | — | ||||||
| 2/23/26 | Jim Starlin On Dreadstar, Thanos, Bernie Wrightson & 60 Years of Comics! | Comic legend Jim Starlin (Infinity Gauntlet, Batman Death In The Family) joins Dave to discuss the upcoming Dreadstar vs Dreadstar Kickstarter. Starlin shares stories from the New York studio scene of the 1970s, Walt Simonson's spoilers, learning from Howard Chaykin, collaborating with Bernie Wrightson, and how early encouragement from Steve Ditko kept him drawing. The two explore Starlin's fascination with death, pushing against the institutional systems, his take on the MCU Infinity Saga, and the harsh economics of Marvel that had artists selling original art at bargain prices just to cover the rent. He also discusses what inspired him to paint and the importance of Neal Adams to comics.You can pre-save the Dreadstar Kickstarter here: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/monkeywrenchent/jim-starlins-dreadstar-vs-dreadstarGet all other Dreadstar books through Dark Horse ComicsFind Jim on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jimstarlin/?hl=enMy Website : www.westcoastdavengers.comPATREON https://www.patreon.com/DavengersDirectEdition | — | ||||||
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| 2/16/26 | Matteo Scalera & Shawn Crystal : Inkpulp Tour & Fourth Father Kickstarter! | Shawn Crystal & Matteo Scalera join Dave ahead of OAX, where the full InkPulp crew will assemble in person for the very first time. (Jim Mahfood, Eric Canete, Jamie Wood)They break down the business of self-publishing, the toll of running a Kickstarter for Matteo's book The Fourth Father, and how indie creators can build better partnerships with comic shops. The three look ahead to the inaugural InkPulp tour, nearly dismantling the whole thing before it starts.The Fourth Father - Pre-save it here: https://shorturl.at/Ytdsx @inkpulp Tour dates:Feb 23 - Blackbird Comics - OrlandoFeb 26 Heroes Aren't Hard To Find - Charlotte Feb 28 Third Eye Comics - Annapolis March 1 - Forbidden Planet NYChttps://www.westcoastdavengers.com/direct-edition-podcasthttps://www.patreon.com/DavengersDirectEdition | — | ||||||
| 2/9/26 | Eric Canete Brings Green Hell To Absolute Batman ! | Eric Canete (Aeon Flux, Inkpulp, Iron Man) joins Dave to discuss his upcoming run on DC Comics Absolute Batman. Canete shares the story of landing the gig at NYCC after conversation with Snyder & Dragotta, and how Akira helped unlock the style of his early sample pages. Eric reflects back to getting into comics via Glenn Danzig, and his start in animation with the great Peter Chung.They explore manga's influence reshaping American comics, Scott Snyder's commitment to storytelling, Walt Simonson's "working stiff" mentality, and why now might be the best creative moment to make the comics you actually want to make. | — | ||||||
| 1/26/26 | Star Wars Rogue One & Book Of Eli Writer Gary Whitta - Hollywood Is Broken! | Screenwriter Gary Whitta (Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, The Book of Eli) joins Dave to discuss See You in Hell, his new self-produced comedy podcast and why audio storytelling has become his creative home. Whitta breaks down how Hollywood studios, streaming wars, and algorithm-driven content helped damage the film industry—and what creators can do outside the traditional studio system.The conversation dives into creative burnout, IP fatigue, the decline and future of movie theaters, and why bold films like Sinners, Weapons, and One Battle After Another still matter. Whitta also explains the freedom of independent podcasting, working beyond studio control, and the current state of film and television in an industry shaped by streaming platforms and data-driven decision making.https://seeyouinhell.tv/ - Check out the podcastSubscribe to Gary On Youtube - https://www.youtube.com/@GaryWhitta | — | ||||||
| 1/19/26 | Robert Venditti Is ORDAINED on PLANET DEATH! | Writer Robert Venditti joins Dave to discuss his current slate of Bad Idea books, including Ordained, Planet Death, and Hank Howard: Pizza Detective. Venditti breaks down his creative process, and a creative partnership with John Wick creator Derek Kolstad. They discuss Rob's genre-hopping career, taking over Green Lantern from Geoff Johns, and his perspective on fandom. The two dig into Nirvana and Alice In Chains, the Seattle music explosion of the 90's , personal influences, and the deep-rooted crossover between comics and popular culture.Follow Robert on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/robertvenditti/?hl=enJoin my Patreon community: https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirecteditionwww.westcoastdavengers.com | — | ||||||
| 1/12/26 | Larry Reid: Seattle's Mayor Of Alternative Comix, Art, & Music | Larry Reid, curator and manager of the Fantagraphics Bookstore joins Dave to discuss Seattle’s underground art, music, and comics scene. Larry reflects on running the legendary Seattle Roscoe Louie Gallery in the late ’70s, and the rise of alternative comics alongside the city’s punk and grunge movements. Larry speaks about the inspiring words he got from Robert Crumb, working with Gary Groth & Kim Thompson and the influence Misfit Lit had on the alternative comix scene.The two explore the legacy of Love and Rockets, the influence of Linda Barry, Charles Burns, Matt Groening, and Peter Bagge, and the lasting cultural impact of Cartoonist Kayfabe and Ed Piskor.Visit Fantagraphics here : https://www.fantagraphics.com/Follow the bookstore on facebook https://www.facebook.com/fantagraphicsbookstoreFind Me:-------------------------------------------My Website : www.westcoastdavengers.comPATREON https://www.patreon.com/DavengersDirectEdition | — | ||||||
| 12/29/25 | Japan Book Hunter on Rare Japanese Books, AKIRA & the Art of Collecting & Selling | Recording live from Koenji, Japan, Dave sits down with Shawn — better known as Japan Book Hunter — for a deep dive into Japan’s unique underground book culture, rare book collecting, and the obsession that drives collectors down endless rabbit holes. From underground bookstores to forgotten print runs, this conversation explores what makes Japanese books so special — and so hard to find.They discuss a shared love of AKIRA and Hayao Miyazaki, and the endless rabbit holes of collecting and the influence of Japanese visual culture on collectors worldwide. If you’re interested in rare books, Japanese art, anime history, or the psychology of collecting, this episode is packed with stories and hard-earned wisdom.Check out JPH on Youtube and visit his website to snag something for yourself www.japanbookhunter.com | — | ||||||
| 12/22/25 | The Best (and Worst) of 2025 - Music, Movies & Comics | 2025 was a banner year for media. In this episode, Dave breaks down his favorite TV, music, movies, and comics of the past 12 months—what swam, what sank, and which movie somehow managed to make him feel stupider. From Sinners to Hayley Williams and Absolute Batman, this episode serves as the best of the best, in Dave's eyes.Big thanks to Phil for the awesome edit on this!Join the Patreon and be part of the community - https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirectedition | — | ||||||
| 12/15/25 | Matteo Scalera - The Fourth Father (Of Comics) | Matteo Scalera (Black Science, Nemesis Forever) joins Dave to discuss the upcoming release of his new Kickstarter-backed project, The Fourth Father. They discuss storytelling and Scalera’s creative process, and fandom within the Inkpulp Podcast universe. They explore the surge of Italian comic creators, Tim Sale's last Batman book, the narrative mastery of Breaking Bad and Watchmen, and the “Nolan Effect,” along with the challenges of balancing business, family, and art while self-promoting and running and independent business. Scalera dives into his love for animation and explains why seagulls are the unsung heroes of great art. The podcast closes with a rendition of something that all Inkpulp fans may be dangerously familiar with.PRE-SAVE The Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/inkpulp/the-fourth-father-graphic-novel-by-matteo-scaleraSusbscribe to Inkpulp https://www.youtube.com/@inkpulpJoin my patreon, help support the channel - https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirecteditionMatteo's Website - https://www.matteoscalera.com/ | — | ||||||
| 12/8/25 | Geof Darrow - The Driving Force Behind Shaolin Cowboy, Hard Boiled, and The Matrix | Comic legend Geof Darrow joins Dave for the Season 5 premiere ahead of the release of Shaolin Cowboy The Beginning of the End Results: 21 Years Of Blood, Sweat & Chainsaws. Uncle Geof reflects on working alongside Jack Kirby and Frank Miller, developing concept art for The Matrix, and introducing Moebius to the work of Katsuhiro Otomo. They talk film, Martial arts, gore, and fantasy; consider the influence of Dark Horse Comics; shudder at the brutal workload of a mangaka; and reveal why George Lucas might be the ultimate fanboy.Join the Patreon for $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirecteditionwww.westcoastdavengers.com | — | ||||||
| 11/10/25 | X-men Legend Marc Silvestri Brings The Darkness Back To Image Comics | Comic icon Marc Silvestri joins Dave for a wide-ranging conversation about the pivotal creative moments that shaped his career. From his earliest science fiction influences and the work of legends like Jack Kirby, Bernie Wrightson, Frank Frazetta, and Norman Rockwell, to collaborations with Larry Hama and Chris Claremont. Silvestri discusses his enduring impact on the X-Men & Wolverine , his role in mainstreaming creator ownership through founding Image Comics and Top Cow Productions, mentoring Michael Turner, creating Witchblade and the epic upcoming relaunch of The Darkness.Join the Patreon for $5 a month! https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirecteditionhttps://www.westcoastdavengers.com/direct-edition-podcasthttps://topcow.com/ | — | ||||||
| 11/3/25 | The Direct Edition Guide to Podcasting (100,000 Easy Steps!) | Dave reflects on 80 episodes of Direct Edition and shares the lessons, tools and methods that he’s picked up along the way. He looks ahead to Japan, reveals the season finale guest and the season 5 premiere guest and shares a healthy dose of gratitude.Support the podcast, join the Patreon :https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirecteditionwww.directeditionpodcast.com | — | ||||||
| 10/27/25 | Dreams in Ink and Motion: The Art of Jim Woodring | Jim Woodring (Creator Of Frank) joins Dave to discuss the creative process behind his award winning surrealist comic art and unique personal vision. Jim recalls his early connection to MAD Magazine and Harvey Kurtzman’s grotesque, lyrical style. He reflects on the work of R. Crumb, and the defining influence of Salvador Dalí. They discuss Jim’s time working with Gil Kane and Jack Kirby at Ruby-Spears, the mastery of Dave Stevens, and the origin of Jim’s long standing relationship with Gary Groth and Fantagraphics.https://www.jimwoodring.com/Join my Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/DavengersDirectEditionWWW.WESTCOASTDAVENGERS.COM | — | ||||||
| 10/20/25 | Kelley Jones Horrific Visions of Bats, Bane, and Dracula | Artist, writer, and fan Kelley Jones (Batman, Dracula, Deadman, Sandman, Swamp Thing) joins the podcast. Kelley details his time working on the Batman Knightfall Covers in the 90's, culminating in the breaking of Batman, pushing the limits at DC Comics.He discusses DRACULA, his partnership with Matt Wagner, and how he made a monster out of Bane in the 90's. Kelley talks about early horror cinema’s influence on his gothic storytelling, the impact of Bernie Wrightson, Graham Ingels, and Wally Wood, his friendship with Sam Kieth, and the details of his substantial back catalog of original art.Back the Dracula III kickstarter today: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/draculatheimpaler/dracula-book-3?ref=user_menu | — | ||||||
| 10/13/25 | Jim Mahfood’s Arachnid Enforcer, the Most Defective Comic of All Time | Jim Mahfood returns to discuss Defective Comics Presents : Arachnid Enforcer, his newest self-published, Kickstarter-backed bootleg Spider-Man comic. Jim and Dave drink spider-blood and swap stories about their earliest parody influences—MAD Magazine, SNL, and “Weird Al” Yankovic—favorite Spider-Man eras, Jim’s character-design work on Into the Spider-Verse, and the perpetual thrill of seeing your work in print.BACK THE KICKSTARTER HERE: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/jimmahfood/defective-comics-presents-the-arachnid-enforcerJOIN MY PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirectedition | — | ||||||
| 10/6/25 | Tyler Mane, the pro wrestler behind Michael Myers, Sabretooth, and The Last Spartan | Tyler Mane joins Dave to talk about his pro wrestling career, becoming Sabertooth (X-Men & Deadpool / Wolverine) & Michael Myers (Halloween) and co-creating his first graphic novel The Last Spartan: Red Tape. Tyler shares stories from his earliest days training with Stu Hart, finding inspiration in comic books, wrestling Andre the Giant in Japan, working with Rob Zombie, getting stabbed on set, and the motivation behind his most recent project that shines a light on the horror of human trafficking.Join my Patreon today : https://www.patreon.com/davengersdirecteditionPick up The Last Spartan here - https://tylermane.com/the-last-spartanwww.maneentertainment.comAll Tyler's Links : linktr.ee/tylermane | — | ||||||
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