September 26, 2025Episode 549 min
Interview With Todd Rayner
We sit down with Todd Rayner (https://darkspacestudio.com). We discuss the characters of Dark Space Studio, the business side of comics, and his Kickstarter, Luke Bloody Tooth.
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Sep 2025
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About the show
WCRI is a webcomic podcast devoted to the creation and monetization of webcomics. There are how-to shows on how to create, draw, write, and market webcomics, as well as reviews on webcomics. There are also interview shows with creators, businessmen and others involved with webcomics. In short, if you want to create and make money from webcomics, this is where you start. https://vurbl.com/station/87AfMj7qUcp/ Check out our Patreon page ( https://www.patreon.com/twosparrows) and merch pages ( https://www.zazzle.com/store/jamaisj/products) to support the show.
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February 20, 2024Episode 441 min
Saving American Print Comics
The big American comics are having problems and need some advice to get back on their feet. By looking at their distribution models, how they fail to use cross-platform promotion, and the businesses they ignore to their disadvantage, how they could be doing better is considered. Why spinner racks won't help is discussed as well as why some adopting some aspects of the manga business model would work while other aspects wouldn't. The success of indy comics is looked at and why not all of their tactics would work for the bigger companies.
July 20, 2023Episode 239 min
Opposing Forces
It's easy to figure out who the villain is, but not everyone who opposes the heroes are villainous; some of them are just doing their job. We look at those whose very nature puts them in conflict with the heroes, be it cops, street gangs, or even activists.
June 30, 202139 min
Self Publishing 101
The biggest problem for most self-publishers is where to actually publish their books. We look at the differences between print on demand, hybrid publishing, offset printing, vanity printing, and traditional printing. We also look briefly at the services you need to make your book look great and how to sell it.
May 11, 202128 min
Where's My Colon?
I've been gone from podcasting and blogging due to colon cancer, and I'm coming back. Also, the state of the empire is discussed.The Zazzle Store: https://www.zazzle.com/store/jamaisjThe Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/creator-home
July 2, 202047 min
Complete Business Checklist
This episode is all about how to create your business from the beginning: It includes the kind of paperwork to look for, how to create business and marketing plans, and how to get people to your site. We also look at SEO and merchandise. In short, this podcast is for those serious about what they do.https://vurbl.com/station/87AfMj7qUcp/
June 10, 202054 min
Interview with Daniel Vivarelli
We discuss how to grow your business with Daniel Vivarelli, and how you can grow it so that it helps not only you but also the environment. We discuss his history, his business theory, and what exactly "regenerative entrepreneurship" means for you. His sites: https://danielvivarelli.com/ and https://starloop.com/
June 5, 202053 min
Interview with Metaphrog
Interview with the couple known as Metaphrog (John Chalmers and Sandra Marrs). We look at how they create some of the best comics together, why they use different media (from acrylics to digital), and how their personal histories link up to the history of comics in general. Their SIte; http://metaphrog.com/
May 28, 202042 min
Interview with Brandon Shapiro and Matt Miller
Interview with Brandon Shapiro and Matt Miller about their musical podcast "Relying on the Benjamins". We discuss the importance of having a bible and a plan, when you should stick to your script and when to improvise. Lastly, we discuss how two people can make a great product. Their Site: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/id1492771359
May 22, 202052 min
Interview with Spike Spencer
We discuss how to create a successful business by taking small steps towards success and how "fake it until you make it" doesn't work. Also, the perfect chicken meal for dating is discussed, and we delve into voice acting (I had to; it's Spike FREAKIN' Spencer!). HIs site: https://www.spikespencer.com/
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