Patrick Lugo is the writer and artist behind the Kickstarter hit Undead Kungfu Ghost Killer. We deconstruct how he fused the aesthetic of Shaw Brothers Kung Fu films with the Classic Gothic Horror of Hammer Horror Films to create a unique modern comic. We explore his creative process from A Tiger’s Tale to UKGK, his approach to this current Kickstarter, and how he turns a character’s Chinese Folklore of real life rejection into a Supernatural comic!

Sometimes ”Take Me To Your Leader” has consequences! What if the ultimate Model UN crisis scenario wasn’t simulated, but terrifyingly real? This is the high-concept premise of ModelUN, the brilliant comic from co-creator Benjamin Hunting, where a high school diplomacy club is mistaken for Earth’s governing body by an alien armada. We deconstruct the hilarious chaos that ensues, the art of negotiation under impossible pressure, and the meta-lessons on how to perform when the stakes couldn’t be higher, all set in the 1990s.

Jen Bateman returns to Two Geeks Talking, as we discuss their 1000 page trilogy: 'Behind The 8-Ball' comic anthology. It has been a few years since our last interview so there was plenty to talk about from their creative process, to becoming President of the Minnesota Comic Book Association (MNCBA) and modernizing that organization, to finding the right people and volunteers! We even talk about how AI and conventions and the invasion of personal and critical thinking has reduced creativity!

Conor McCreery, co-creator of Kill Shakespeare and writer of the new YA graphic novel The Last Witch, joins Two Geeks Talking (after five years) to dissect the psychology of defiance, the cost of magic, and how to subvert clichés in storytelling. They explore the tactical decisions behind building a powerhouse creative team, the personal fears that shape compelling characters, and why great fantasy demands uncomfortable truths. Plus, Conor reveals the folklore that scared him, the YA tropes he’s “killing,” and the one line from The Last Witch he’d tattoo on his arm.

Ari Gross joins Two Geeks Talking to discuss Upkeep, a dark comedy comic about first-time home buyers in Toronto who turn to murder to protect their lavish lifestyle. This satire horror series skewers modern home ownership, raising a family, and the absurd hunt for daycare. Life isn’t easy in Toronto. The line between satire and horror, and why this comic hits way too close to home. Expect rapid-fire questions, behind-the-scenes chaos, and at least one joke about hiding real estate agents in basements.

DeWayne Dority started his comic journey writing horror comics and his own Wake Comics Universe. When COVID hit he decided to switch gears and write a Dr. Seuss inspired children’s comic book called: Shape Master; for his autistic son. With Liar his newest comic with a Kickstarter already on the go, he creates comics between horror and children’s books whether its on his YouTube Channel or in interviews like this one.

Amy Letts creator of the webcomic Epic Fail, returns after 14 years to Two Geeks Talking! This time she brings us news of her bringing back and organizing Oxford, UK: Caption UK Small Press and Indie Comics Festival.

In this episode, Adriano Ariganello creator of Pesto Comics publishing and the indie comic force behind his most recent wrestling-infused series From Parts Unknown (Issues #4 and #5). We dive into: - The art of endings: Why wrapping a series feels like a “creative body slam” (and how to do it with grace). - Unexpected lessons from wrestling storytelling: How kayfabe, drama, and real athlete struggles shaped his comic’s emotional core. - Pesto Comics’ survival: Bootstrapping, niche audiences, and why “small press” doesn’t mean “small ambitions.” - What’s next after the final bell rings: New projects, collaborations, and the business pivots no one talks about. - Advice for creators: From Kickstarter grit to embracing the “weird” that makes your work unforgettable.

”What if, the secret to great storytelling was playing an online game with your guild?” In this episode, I sit down with Richard Sparks, the imaginative mind behind the New Rock novel series (New Rock, New Role and New Rock, New Realm) available on Amazon, to explore how gaming, language, and fandom shape extraordinary fiction.

”Sometimes the most pivotal moments in life come from the most unexpected places.” In this episode, I sit down with Rich Davis, an Eisner-nominated comic writer and the mastermind behind gripping series like Cult of Dracula, Rise of Dracula, Prometheus in Chains, REIGN OF DRACULA, and his latest project, Angel/Hunter.

Just like that meme: ”What Does An Audio Engineer Do do do do...” Jay Yow has had a successful 16 year career as an Audio, Music, Podcast Engineer with his own work and being a Producer on The James Altucher Show.

Musician William John Titus Bishop grew up with music on the mind and in the soul. From his days being classically trained in Cello to learning the drums and the guitar on his own, he has taken his love of music to the next level by learning the folk styling of Bob Dylan, Cat Stevens, Janis Joplin and more.

After our January livestream broke expectations (thank you!), host Izolda Trakhtenberg (Your Creative Mind Podcast) reassembles an all-star panel to dissect the unspoken challenges of podcasting. No fluff—just tactical insights from veterans who’ve navigated these waters. This Episode’s Firestarters: Kurt Sasso (Two Geeks Talking) ”How to Ask The Right Questions & Extract Jaw-Dropping Stories from Guests (without sounding like a robot or a therapist)” Reena Friedman Watts (Better Call Daddy) ”To Edit Or Not To Edit! That is the question. The ethics of editing—and when to leave the mess in” Barney Smith (Story Comic Presents) ”Turn your Podcast Passion and Hobby into a Long-Term Sustainable Career!” Izolda Trakhtenberg (Your Creative Mind Podcast) ”Paradigm of Podcasters: How to Make PR Pros Your Podcast Partners and allies who work for your show’s growth”

Michael Regina, the passionate voice behind @readthefreakingcomics dives into the fascinating intersection of comic books, comic book research, and historical preservation. Michael shares his journey exploring single-issue comics from Marvel, DC, Image, Dark Horse. This is more than just entertainment; it highlights these cultural artifacts and their importance in documenting the history of comics. From uncovering hidden stories from the artists and writers who created them; to examining the history of these single issues through their advertisements, current events and the legacy of local comic shops. Michael offers a unique perspective on why these comics deserve recognition in the broader conversation about art, history, and pop culture.

Laurie Calcaterra is the creator and writer of the comic series Path of the Pale Rider, a podcast host, martial arts master, hot sauce maker, and advocate for undead ethics in comics. We explore her creative process, from naming characters and animals to creating scratch-and-sniff stickers that smell like the undead. Plus, we discuss her Kickstarter for Issue 6, which has funded and hit stretch goals!

Author Eric Sonnenschein is a Writer, Poet, Journalist, was in a Rock and Roll band called the Erotics in the 1970s in New York, joined the Peace Corps and because a teacher, a husband and father. From a continuous drive to write and never stop writing to creating ”Rocked and Rolled!” his account of the New York Rock Scene playing in a band and more!

Patrick Joseph Healy returns to Two Geeks Talking to discuss "Please, Let Me Save You" Book Two in the Agony Trilogy series. We discuss the characters of this next book. How nuclear dystopia compared to reality of this current dystopia is passé. How having ADHD has allowed him to access short content marketing and creativity he never knew he possessed and more!

8 Questions and Topics with 8 Podcast Hosts. February 2025 Edition. Here’s a recap episode with tons of amazing knowledge, tips and tricks that 8 interview show hosts have collaborated on.  Questions: How did your show get its name?  How To Choose The Right Tech for the show? How To Get That Big Name Client (it’s easier than you think). Are you getting Quality or Quantity of Guests on your show? How To Research Your Guests? What to do if Guests Schedule and Cancel? How to set your boundaries. How to use Physical and Emotinoal voice to Engage, Inspire and Excite Your Guests? How to use AI the Right Way for your Show / Podcast! Support Two Geeks Talking: ►Support this channel on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TGTMedia ►Support this channel by becoming a YouTube member: https://www.youtube.com/TGTMedia  ►Support the Podcast by Liking and Sharing: https://twogeekstalking.podbean.com ►►Or search for ”Two Geeks Talking” wherever you listen to your Podcasts! ►Donate a one-time tip: https://www.ko-fi.com/TwoGeeksTalking ►More Social Media & other links: https://www.linktree.com/twogeekstalking Chapters 00:00:00 - Start 00:00:40 - Introduction of the Hosts and Their Shows 00:03:22 - Question 1 - How did you come up with the topic and name of your Podcast? 00:03:40 - Jay Yow Audio Producer The James Altucher Show 00:04:39 - Mikey Kamuda host Mikey On Mute Podcast 00:05:38 - Izolda Trakhtenberg Your Creative Mind Podcast 00:08:09 - Barney Smith Story Comic Presents 00:10:01 - Reena Friedman Watts Hosts Better Call Daddy Show 00:10:45 - Jeff Haas Host Traversing The Stars Podcast 00:11:12 - Kurt Sasso Host Two Geeks Talking 00:11:49 - Question 2 - How to Choose The Tech You Need For Your Show 00:20:40 - Question 3 - How do you get the Big Name Guest You Always Dreamed Of? 00:29:54 - Question 4 - Quality vs. Quantity of guests on your show 00:41:54 - Question 5 - Researching Your Guests 00:48:55 - Question 6 - Guests That Schedule and Cancel How do you set your show boundaries 01:00:22 - Question 7 - How to best use your physical and emotional voice to engage, inspire & excite your guests and build your communication skills 01:12:30 - Question 8 - Barney Smith discusses AI and Podcasting How does it help your productivity 01:22:03 - Final Thoughts and Where to Support These Hosts and Shows

Scott ”Snake” Watson is the writer and letterer for the series: View of the Phoenix Trees. It is a comic series from stories of his grandparents and parents escape from Vietnam. The comic follows a group of ’Hoi boat people’ escaping and travel towards freedom. The stories weaves tales of old tales passed down between family members in Vietnam, a touch of fantasy, and a semi-biography, all while shedding light on a time when the people never knew if this was their last day.

Chase McPherson is a web-based journalist by day and an author by night. His popular series Bloodbound brings Hunter (a person struggling with mental health) being turned into a Vampire / Demon hybrid into the world of the supernatural.  Chase returns to talk about his newest novel in the series: Bloodbound: Extreme Temperatures. We dive into this latest issue, character development from issue one to issue four and more!