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Two Geeks Talking is an Entertainment interview show with over 1,000+ interviews in Comics, TV/Film, Music & Video Game industries. We bring fellow Geeks, Nerds and Creative people to the show in a one-on-one (or more) style interview similar to Inside the Actors Studio. If you are looking for inspiration, motivation, and advice during your daily commute, drawing, or ”me” time then each episode brings you the successes, failures, and Eureka! moments from top names in their industries. Everyone has a Story to Tell, it’s up to me to help bring that out on Two Geeks Talking.
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Mark Salzwedel is the most decorated creative individual that has even been a guest on Two Geeks Talking. From creating Novels to Short Stories, being a published author in numerous publications to creating his own compositions and Operas and even video games. He is the complete package. Now, he joins the show to discuss his life and times in these creative fields and he's just getting started.
Matthew Schofield has spent 27 years on The Simpsons as a storyboard director, and in his “spare” time he’s building his own universe as the creator, writer, and artist of the indie superhero comic Steamroller Man. In this conversation, we unpack what nearly three decades of high-level TV animation taught him about story, timing, light and shadow, and how to build a 24-page comic that actually lands emotionally. You’ll learn why he thinks comics should not try to be movies, how Steamroller Man scratches creative itches The Simpsons can’t, and what really goes into designing character, humor, and heart when you’re doing it all yourself.
Author and YouTuber Kyle Lawrence joins Two Geeks Talking to unpack how he thinks about story across prose, comics, manga, and film, and why “tricking” the reader is really about guiding them through an emotional experience you’ve already mapped out. He digs into the making of ICHI! Number One Baseball Robot and Crumple, the craft challenges of having “too much freedom” in prose, and the specific feedback that actually moved the needle on his writing. We also get into the origin of his King Rex Comics YouTube channel @hailkingrex , why knowing comics history (including the unsung creators) deepens your love of the medium, and how he navigates metrics, and self‑promotion without shouting into the void. If you write, read, or obsess over stories in any format, this episode is a masterclass in staying curious while still finishing the work.
Hasani Walker went from answering phones in a call centre to answering story notes in the animation industry, working with filmmakers like Guillermo del Toro along the way. A decade later, he’s taking everything he’s learned about character, performance, and visual storytelling and pouring it into his own project: Doris Doodle. Once a 1940s Hollywood cartoon star and now a washed‑up actress clawing her way back into relevance, Doris is his lens on fame, failure, and second chances. This conversation dives into how Hasani made the leap into animation, what he uses from studio life to build his own comic, and why Doris Doodle might be the most honest character he’s ever created based on real-life experience.
Felicia Day is an actor, producer, author, writer, podcaster, streamer, mother, and the creator of The Guild. Nineteen years later, she’s been part of many geekdoms, from Buffy and Supernatural to Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog, Eureka, The Magicians, and more. This time, she’s bringing The Guild: Ren Faire'd movie to Kickstarter, making it THE FASTEST fan-funded movie in Kickstarter History! Thanks to the support of the amazing fans and community/audience that has championed her work for years.
Alex Schumacher returns to Two Geeks Talking to dissect how he and co-creator Aaron Cohen built Schticks & Stones—a smart, Jewish mystery comic that sits somewhere between Mel Brooks, Sherlock Holmes, and Clue. He breaks down the core engine of the series once you strip away the holiday hooks, how to stay “all the Jewish funny, none of the Jewish guilt” without leaning on clichés, and what Crime & Passover first issue taught him artstically when drawing the other holiday mysteries. You’ll also hear how Tales From The Cloakroom and Flash Gordon Adventures shaped his craft, the page layouts he relies on when a joke has to land, and why paying your success forward is non-negotiable in comics. If You Love Mel Brooks and Clue, This Jewish Mystery Comic Is For You
At 80, L.A. Lockehart decided to launch a whole new chapter, publishing her debut mystery novel The Garden Tender’s Cats after a lifetime as an award‑winning musician, actress, composer, and painter. In this conversation, she unpacks how character, setting, and “spaces with secrets” drive her approach to mystery, why habits from music and visual art shape the way she writes scenes, and what people get wrong about the genre. She also shares her take on AI and creativity, the first poem that sparked her artistic life, and why she’s still thinking in terms of future poetry collections and collaborative gallery shows instead of slowing down.
Tara Madison Avery and Michael Varrati break down how they built Four Seasons Of Fear a year‑long tour through queer horror with 24 LGBTQ+ comics creators, and why horror is one of the most flexible tools for talking about identity, community, and fear. They get tactical about choosing contributors, shaping stories around holidays and seasons, editing for emotional truth without losing the weird edges, and what thinking in panels and pages taught them after years of scripts and edits. You’ll also hear them unpack misunderstood assumptions about the horror genre, share the films and series that shaped their taste, spotlight niche queer horror comics and movies you should actually seek out, and walk through the Kickstarter campaign that’s turning this anthology into a reality.
Chris Stall, co‑founder of CHK Comics, breaks down how he and Kris Mendoza built AHA! (A Horror Anthology) as their flagship project—curating new indie horror voices, juggling creative and business brains, and running a Kickstarter that won’t become “another unfulfilled campaign.” He shares how they chose their creators, what this book says about the future brand of CHK Comics, and the hard truths he wishes more indie creators understood about deadlines, professionalism, and pitching. The conversation dives into horror influences, current “horror diet,” and introspective questions on success, failure, legacy, and what it really takes to make an anthology that actually ships.
Atom! Freeman has been playing the long game in comics market for 30+ years, and now he’s betting big on something everyone wanted but no one was executing: a physical magazine you actually pick up in your LCS. Comics The Magazine is the print-native answer to an overwhelmed direct market—giving retailers a plug‑and‑play discovery engine and giving potential customers and comic creators a real platform for interviews, previews, and business‑side insight Gen Z can actually act on. If you’re a creator, publisher, or shop owner who wants to stop complaining about algorithms and start owning attention—this episode breaks down how to partner with Prana, how to think about the next 10 years of comics, and why asking for help is the actual flex.
Dan Bethel, a comic creator, shares his perspective on the journey of "making comics" and the importance of simply starting. He discusses how the "fear of failure" often prevents creators from pursuing their passion, emphasizing that perseverance is key to "personal growth." This motivational conversation highlights that the biggest reward in "making a comic" is the act of creation itself, pushing you to do more.
Jeff Haas, host of Traversing The Stars, steps fully into creator mode with his brutal, mythic comic series M.A.L.E.K. Reigning Devil—think John Wick meets Dante’s Inferno. This episode dives into how Jeff blends high-octane action with literary and theological depth from an Atheist perspective. How Jeff has evolved as a writer, and builds a cosmic revenge story that still feels human. We also unpack the realities of indie comics, lessons learned from interviewing Star Trek Academy actors and Comic Legend Jeff Lemire. Finally the collaboration and self-promotion of the M.A.L.E.K. Kickstarter and how you can support Jeff’s work now and in the future.
Bret Juliano creator of such comics as Dust Bunny Mafia, Detective Potatoes, Mobimals; dives into mafia history, all-ages comics. We discuss the business of building a comics brand in this punchy, story-packed conversation. Breaking down turning reality of true crime, obscure historical figures, and everyday inspirations into engaging, character-driven comics. In this episode, Bret shares how he balances historical accuracy with storytelling when exploring mafia culture and walks through the evolution of his all-ages noir series “Detective Potatoes”, "Dust Bunny Mafia" and "Mobimals".
Doug Marcaida is a healer, veteran, martial arts master, weaponsmith, and judge on Forged in Fire. Now, he’s bringing his philosophy from the dojo to the comic page with his brand-new series Lineage — a story that explores heritage, honor, and healing through art and combat. In this deep-dive conversation, we unpack Doug’s mindset, creative process, and personal transformation — from bladesmithing to storytelling. Expect wisdom, heart, and a few unexpected lessons about legacy, energy, and what it really means to “Keep Everyone Alive.
Trevor Mueller returns to talk about Secret S.T.E.A.M. Society: Horses, Secret S.T.E.A.M. Society: Music; and Bat Pat—how he designs “learn through adventure” stories that kids actually want to read; What he’s learned as a dad writing for not only his children but all young readers, and how childhood favorites shaped the comics he creates today. We dig into balancing wonder, critical thinking and education, building characters like Toot and the main characters of these stories that open conversations about empathy and inclusion, and what it really means to make books kids will remember decades from now.
Lyndon Radchenka returns to Two Geeks Talking with a packed update: writing a Zatanna short for DC Comics, launching The Laundrymen: Book 2 – Blood of the Saucer Men, and navigating the shifting comics landscape from both the indie and mainstream sides. In this conversation, we dig into what actually changed for him after working with DC, how that experience rewired his approach to creator‑owned work, what it’s really like juggling roles as writer, producer, and letterer, and how he thinks about the current state of comics for insiders and smart outsiders alike. If you care about building a sustainable creative career, understanding today’s comic ecosystem, and seeing how one working writer is adapting in real time, this episode is for you.
Dirk Manning returns to Two Geeks Talking for his 11th interview, bringing 20+ years in horror comics (Tales of Mr. Rhee, Nightmare World, Write or Wrong) and over $750,000 raised through crowdfunding. Now Publisher at Source Point Press, Dirk breaks down how their creator‑owned model works, why keeping rights and the freedom to leave matters, and what most writers and artists get wrong about self‑publishing and the direct market. If you care about owning your work, understanding the current comics landscape, and making smarter long‑term decisions as an independent creator, this episode is for you.
Welcome to this 2025 year in review of Two Geeks Talking, highlighting some of the most memorable pop culture moments and best interviews from the past year. Despite a lighter interview schedule, every conversation was incredible, featuring top trending guests from various creative fields. Stay tuned for all the latest news from the show! With over 35 interviews on the show, and guests ranging from Director Lisa Belcher and Actor Lukas Hassel (Blacklist) talking about House of Abraham to Musicians, Comic Artists, Comic Convention presidents of Caption UK and MNCBA there's something for everyone in this video recap! Don't forget to schedule your interview on Two Geeks Talking (Link in the video) sooner than later! Click on the section you want to listen to: 00:00:00 - News About Two Geeks Talking in 2026! 00:01:51 - 001 - Paxson Chase | Music | It Hurts, Doesn't It? 00:02:41 - 002 - Braxton A. Cosby | CEO Cosby Media Productions | Comic Writer 00:04:13 - 003 - Aaron Ryan | Author | Dissonance 00:05:25 - 004 - Chase McPherson | Author | Bloodbound series 00:06:51 - 004 - S.M. Watson | Writer | View Of The Phenix Trees 00:07:47 - 006 - Patrick Joseph Healy | Author | Please, Let Me Save You 00:09:46 - 008 - Eric Jay Sonnenschein | Author | Rocked And Rolled 00:12:19 - 009 - Laurie Calcaterra | Comic | The Pale Rider | Podcast Host 00:13:29 - 009 - Michael Regina | Podcast | Read The Freaking Comics 00:15:48 - 010 - Hosts: Izolda Trakhtenberg, Reena Friedman Watts, Jay Yow, Jeff Haas, Barney Smith|How to Get That Big Named Guest on your Show! 00:24:32 - 011 - William John Titus Bishop | Music | Americana 00:26:27 - 013 - jay Yow | Audio Engineer | The James Altrucher Show 00:29:36 - 014 - Rich Davis | Comic | Angel / Hunter | Comic Store Owner 00:32:02 - 014 - Richard Sparks | Author | New Rock, New Role Series 00:35:14 - 015 - Adriano Ariganello | Comic | Pesto Comics 00:36:36 - 016 - Amy Letts | President Caption UK Convention |Comic Writer / Artist 00:40:30 - 017 - DeWayne Dority | Comic | Shapemaster & Liar 00:41:55 - 018 - Madeleine Holly Rosing | Comic | Morgana Pendragon 00:44:03 - 019 - Lisa Belcher (Director/Producer) | Lukas Hassel (Actor / Writer) | House of Abraham 00:47:28 - 020 - Heidi Joosten | Music | Associate Conductor Naruto & More! 00:50:05 - 021 - Bret Juliano | Comic | Dust Bunny Mafia 00:51:19 - 022 - Christie Shinn | Comic | Demon B!tch 00:55:34 - 023 - Hanna Strauss | Comic | Joe Plant Comix 00:57:22 - 024 - PodTalk: Livestream #2 01:02:54 - 025 - Ari Gross | Comic | UPKeep issue 2 01:05:09 - 026 - Conor McCreery | Comic | The Last Witch 01:06:28 - 027 - Jen Bateman | Comic Writer/Arist | President MNCBA Comic Convention 01:13:08 - 028 - Benjamin Hunting | Comic | Model UN 01:15:15 - 029 - Dan Henk | Comic Writer, Artist 01:17:10 - 030 - Patrick Lugo | Comic | Undead KungFu Ghost Killer 01:18:12 - 031 - Jibola Fagbamiye (Artist), Conor McCreery (Writer) | Graphic Novel | Fela: Music Is The Weapon 01:23:47 - 032 - William Gosline | Comic Writer: Baby Barbarian 01:27:02 - 033 - Madeleine-Holly Rosing | Comic | Boston Metaphysical Society 01:30:06 - 034 - Steve Coffin | Comic | Helga's Hornz 01:32:46 - 035 - Benjamin Kapit | Director | The Sunrise House 01:36:59 - End - How to schedule your Interview on Two Geeks Talking in 2026!
Benjamin Kapit, a seasoned filmmaker, shares his enduring filmmaker motivation and passion for the craft after a decade in the industry. He offers film advice and insights into how to be a director by recounting a recent "behind the scenes" moment of joy on the set of The Sunrise House Seasons 1 and 2. His enthusiasm aims to inspire anyone looking at "how to start" their own journey in film.
Steve Coffin, a classically trained artist whose comic series Helga’s Hornz draws on the wild teamwork of the A-Team, the stylish action of Charlie’s Angels, and the comic brilliance of Astérix. Coffin shares stories of childhood inspiration, stealing his brother’s comics, and how his love for artists like Gauguin and Uderzo shaped his vibrant, mischievous style. The discussion delves into creative risks, visual storytelling, and the unique blend of influences behind Helga’s Hornz, revealing the personal and playful spirit that defines Coffin’s work
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