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The CBLDF presents interviews and conversations about Comic Books, Graphic Novels, Content, Censorship, the First Amendment, and More.
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Wednesday Apr 26, 2017
Wednesday Apr 26, 2017
In this episode, we speak with cartoonist and writer KATIE SKELLY (NURSE NURSE, OPERATION MARGARINE, MY PRETTY VAMPIRE) about two classic European comic creators; Guido Crepax and Milo Manara. Katie discusses the craft, context, and legacy of these two masters of erotica (and more).
TOPICS INCLUDE: Jeff Koons, Fellini, Frank King, Bondage
(Full disclosure, explicit content discussed at length.)
The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund's ongoing education program, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and member support.
More information can be found at cbldf.org
Tuesday May 31, 2016
Tuesday May 31, 2016
In this episode, we speak with author CHUCK PALAHNIUK (FIGHT CLUB, FIGHT CLUB 2, CHOKE), who has just completed writing FIGHT CLUB 2, as a graphic novel, with artist Cameron Stewart.
TOPICS: Kolchak the Night Stalker, EC Comics, radiation poisoning, and more!
The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund's ongoing education program, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and member support.
More information can be found at cbldf.org
Wednesday Apr 20, 2016
Wednesday Apr 20, 2016
In this episode, CBLDF Editorial director BETSY GOMEZ talks with artist BRIAN STELFREEZE (BLACK PANTHER, DAY MEN), hot off the launch of the what is likely the year's biggest release, the new BLACK PANTHER series from Marvel Comics with author Ta-Nehisi Coates.
TOPICS: Blaxploitation, self-censorship, costume design, and more!
The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund's ongoing education program, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and member support.
More information can be found at cbldf.org
Monday Oct 19, 2015
Monday Oct 19, 2015
In this episode, we are LIVE from Charm City! CBLDF Deputy Director Alex Cox talks with Vivek Tiwary (THE FIFTH BEATLE), Ron Marz (WITCHBLADE, GREEN LANTERN, SILVER SURFER), and Dirk Wood (IDW PUBLISHING) in a thrilling conversation!
TOPICS: KISS, Mutant Turtles who are Teenage Ninjas, Diversity and Representation, Comic Book Rockstars, Marriage Equality, PINK FLOYD, and a STAR WARS ring-tone!
The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund's ongoing education program, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and member support.
More information can be found at cbldf.org
Monday Aug 17, 2015
Monday Aug 17, 2015
In this episode, CBLDF Editorial Director Betsy Gomez speaks to cartoonist Raina Telegemeier (DRAMA, SMILE, SISTERS) and CBLDF Deputy Director Alex Cox talks with ARCHIE COMICS Senior VP of Publicity and Marketing, Alex Segura.
TOPICS: Kevin Keller, Libraries, PREDATOR, Wally West, Film Noir, Orthodontary.
The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund's ongoing education program, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and member support.
More information can be found at cbldf.org
Thursday Jul 02, 2015
Thursday Jul 02, 2015
Join the CBLDF Staff for a quick preview of everything happening at COMIC CON INTERNATIONAL 2015, in San Diego, from July 8th to July 12th!
Wednesday Jun 24, 2015
Wednesday Jun 24, 2015
In this episode, CBLDF Executive Director Charles Brownstein speaks to Image Comics Publisher (and author of NOWHERE MEN, and THEY'RE NOT LIKE US) Eric Stephenson. The writing process, influences, views on censorship and free expression, and Eric's personal history ion the comics industry are all discussed.
TOPICS: being offended, being offensive, bawdy humor, satire, the Beatles, breastfeeding, and more!
The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund's ongoing education program, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and member support.
More information can be found at cbldf.org
Wednesday Apr 15, 2015
Wednesday Apr 15, 2015
In this episode, we come to you from Seattle, Washington, with a live recording from Emerald City Comic Con! Our panel includes Josh Fialkov (ELK'S RUN, PUNKS, THE BUNKER, ULTIMATE FF), Ed Luce (WUVABLE OAF), and IDW Publishing's VP of Marketing, Dirk Wood.
We discuss: Libraries, Chest Hair, The Kroll Show, Gengoroh Tagame, PALESTINE, and much more!
The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund's ongoing education program, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and member support.
More information can be found at cbldf.org
Wednesday Apr 01, 2015
Wednesday Apr 01, 2015
In this episode, we speak to author and CBLDF Advisory Board Co-Chair (as well as CBLDF Board of Directors Alumni) NEIL GAIMAN. Neil is one of the most popular authors working today, a ground-breaking graphic novelist, a humanitarian deeply involved in multiple charitable projects, and a winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and Bram Stoker awards, as well as the Newbery and Carnegie medals. He has been a tireless voice for free expression over the years, and is one of the most passionate voices in the literary world when it comes to fighting censorship.
We discuss: Charlie Hebdo, British Censorship, Libraries, Icky Speech, and much more!
The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund's ongoing education program, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and member support.
Books (and other items) signed by Mr. Gaiman can be found at http://cbldf.myshopify.com/collections/neil-gaiman, available to support the work of the CBLDF.
More information can be found at cbldf.org
Tuesday Mar 24, 2015
Tuesday Mar 24, 2015
In this episode, we speak to Brian Heater; journalist, podcaster, comic critic, and all-around Big Thinker when it comes to comics, comic art, and the comic industry. Check out Brian's regular podcast, RIYL, at http://riylcast.tumblr.com/
We discuss: THE SCULPTOR, Roz Chast, CHARLIE HEBDO, tablets, Raina Telgemeier, comics journalism, and much more.
The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund's ongoing education program, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and member support.
More information can be found at cbldf.org