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Concept vs. Conceit — Why Some Comic Ideas Take Off (and Others Stall)
Episode 429
What’s the difference between a concept and a conceit — and why does confusing the two quietly sabotage so many comics?
In this episode, Brad and Dav…
13 hours ago
Special Guest Dylan Meconis — How to Color Comics with Physical Media
Episode 428
This week, we welcome the brilliant Dylan Meconis, creator of Queen of the Sea and Bite Me.
Here’s what we cover:
How most colorists actually break…1 week ago
Comics Will Break Your Heart (And So Will Dating)
Episode 427
A listener writes in after a breakup, worried they’ve lost their creative spark for good. Brad and Dave unpack the emotional toll of heartbreak, why …
2 weeks ago
Nothing to Fear but Fear Itself. And Kickstarter Scams
Episode 426
The Mel Brooks documentary, "The 99-Year-Old Man!" holds a lot of wisdom for cartoonists. Speaking of wisdom, it doesn't take much to avoid these com…
3 weeks ago
The Readership of Theseus
Episode 425
Cartoonists Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett dig into the many ways we react to humor — from full-on belly laughs to the silent internal “that was good” …
1 month ago
Five Lessons from a Publisher in Crisis
Episode 424
An online publisher has become the center of some genuinely alarming stories. Brad and Dave break down five hard lessons comic creators can learn whe…
1 month ago
Should you judge a book by its cover?
Episode 423
A listener asks: "Should you judge a book by its cover?" Cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar say... YES! Next, a cartoonist who is too embarrass…
1 month, 1 week ago
How to Start a Webcomic in 2026
Episode 422
Starting a webcomic in 2026 isn’t about chasing algorithms or copying what’s popular — it’s about building something sustainable, creative, and yours…
1 month, 2 weeks ago
Why don't you do MORE?!?
Episode 421
What does it really mean when someone looks at your career and says, “You should be doing more”?
In this episode of ComicLab, Brad and Dave respond to…
1 month, 3 weeks ago
Predictions and Goals for 2026
Episode 420
Cartoonists Dave Kellett and Brad Guigar make their predictions for 2026 and share their goals for the new year. Also — they offer their annual remin…
2 months ago