Episode 323- "Selling Comics!" With Timmy Heague
Summary
Hosts Tommy Lombardozzi and Mike D welcome guest Timmy Hague, a comic shop owner and writer, to discuss the enduring appeal of the medium. They explore Kirby’s iconic character designs, the resilience of the comic industry through economic shifts, and the importance of value for readers. The conversation also touches on Hague’s upcoming Wizard of Oz comic and the generational impact of classic IP.
Topics discussed
Introduction and host banter
Teacher life and school schedules
Comic shop event and meeting Timmy Hague
Timmy's background as a retailer and writer
The evolution and resilience of the comic industry
Comparing comics to music and Broadway longevity
Comic book value, pricing, and quality
Timmy's Wizard of Oz comic project
Jack Kirby's iconic character designs
Modern reboots and Kirby's influence on new readers
Etrigan the Demon and Cosmic Odyssey
Rapid fire: Favorite Kirby characters and adaptations
Outro and store promotion
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