Comic Book Club: Zack Kaplan And John Pearson
Summary
Hosts Alex, Justin, and Pete interview Zach Kaplan and John J. Pearson discuss their new Dark Horse comic *The Smart Division*, a mystery thriller about FBI agents tackling AI-facilitated crime. They explore the book’s hand-painted art style, its grounded narrative, and the creators’ stance against using AI in their work. The episode concludes with audience Q&A covering MCU opinions and non-alcoholic drinks.
Topics discussed
Introduction and welcome to Comic Book Club
Guests Zach Kaplan and John J. Pearson introduced
The Smart Division plot and AI themes
Art style, character dynamics, and X-Files influences
Ethics of AI in comics and visual storytelling
Other projects: Only the Savage and Kill All Mortals
Audience questions and cocktail recipes
MCU discussion and end credit scenes
Trivia segment and upcoming comic recommendations
Patreon shoutouts and show closing
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