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PHP #4: Mr and Mrs Smith Review plus The Rock Hijacks Wrestlemania and more

Release Date: 02/12/2024

Life (and absurdity) after death: An Interview with Author Jeff Giles

Portable Hole Podcast

In this insightful episode, author Jeff Giles delves into his creative journey, tackling topics such as imposter syndrome, the role of skepticism in storytelling, and the art of crafting multi-dimensional villains. Jeff and Ryan explore the challenges of transitioning from nonfiction to fiction, the complexities of character development, and the difficulty of delivering satisfying endings. They discuss the importance of research in fiction, the balance of genres, and trusting characters to guide the narrative. The conversation also highlights the struggles of marketing and self-promotion in...

Indie Comic Insights: The Journey from Crowdfunding to Comic Creation and Everything in Between

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In this conversation, Ryan George speaks with Ra'Chaun and Ashes from Lawful Evil Comics about their experiences with crowdfunding for their comic book projects, particularly focusing on their successful Kickstarter campaign for 'Dark Spider' and the upcoming project 'Pyre: Burial at Sea.' They discuss the challenges and lessons learned from their first campaign, the importance of audience engagement, and the creative process behind their new comic. The conversation also delves into character development, storytelling influences, and the accessibility of their work for new readers. In this...

Indie Comic Insights: The D&D to Comic Creator Pathway with Ray Jamison

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In this engaging conversation, Ryan interviews Ray Jamison, a comic creator and writer, about his journey into the world of comics, the influence of Dungeons & Dragons on his storytelling, and the importance of community in the comic book industry. Ray shares insights into his creative process, the challenges of writing and publishing comics, and the excitement of launching a Kickstarter campaign. The discussion also touches on the role of nostalgia in modern storytelling and the dynamics of character relationships in comics. To follow the Pre Launch for Issue 2 follow the link: ...

PHP#21: MR. McMahon, Penguin, Agatha and much more

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In this episode of the Portable Hole Podcast, Ryan George, Cinik, and Justin Gild discuss a variety of topics ranging from Cinik recent trip to LA, including his experiences at Disneyland and Dodger Stadium, to the political landscape in New York City. They delve into the implications of a new sequel to 'The Passion of the Christ', the recent indictment of Mayor Eric Adams, and the cancellation of the superhero trademark. The conversation also touches on the ethics of celebrations in combat sports, a review of the Vince McMahon documentary, and discussions about the new Penguin series and...

Indie Comic Insights: Comics, Tabletop and more with Matthew Kreke

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In this conversation, Matthew Kreke shares his journey as a writer and creator, discussing his transition from video game development to writing novels and comics. He elaborates on his book, the creative process behind his comic, and the differences between writing prose and comic scripts. Matthew also talks about his experiences with Kickstarter for his comic project and his involvement in organizing EffingCon, a tabletop and video game convention. Back Matthew's latest project: You can also join his newsletter Join the Portable Perspectives Newsletter Follow Portable Hole Publishing on...

PHP# 20: Emmy Winners, What We're Watching and More

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PHP #18: Kaos, Chimp Crazy, lots of news

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In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including the recent news about Ronda Rousey apologizing for sharing conspiracy theories about the Sandy Hook shooting, the delay in the return of the Boeing Starliner capsule from the International Space Station, and the issues with Boeing's planes. They also touch on the importance of critical thinking and the need to consider multiple perspectives when consuming news. In this part of the conversation, the principal themes discussed are travel safety, the potential for another season of Ted Lasso, George R.R. Martin's writing progress, job...

Indie Comic Insights: Collaboration and Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse with Brandon Starocci

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Brandon Starocci discusses his comic series Avalon and how it focuses on mental health in a post-apocalyptic zombie world. He explains how he portrays mental health in a visual medium and uses the zombies as an allegory for facing mental health challenges. Brandon also talks about the unique narrative structure of Avalon, where each character has depth and screen time, and how he keeps himself engaged in the story despite the time between releases. He shares his experience working with co-writers and artists, and his goals for the series and future projects. Brandon also provides advice for...

PHP #13: House of the Dragon Season 2 Review

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The first part of the conversation covers various topics such as thepersidential race, Colin Kaepernick's comic book company, and the House of the Dragon TV series. The hosts discuss their thoughts on these subjects, including the political implications of the vice presidential candidate, the potential negative impact of AI on the creative industry, and their disappointment with the pacing and storytelling of House of the Dragon. House of the Dragon Season 2 ends with a lackluster finale, leaving viewers disappointed. The season starts strong with great character development and intriguing...

Creating The Comic Episode 4: The Value of Coloring

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Coloring is one of the most important and overlooked parts of the comic creation process. This week, Ryan shares his experience learnign about the art of coloring. He touches on the history of coloring in coics as well as its importance from both a storytelling and technical stanpoint. Follow Portable Hole Publishing on Social Media Emaul us at Resources:

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Summary

The conversation covers various topics including accidents, busking in Key West, streaming services, TV shows, social media, coaching decisions, remakes, and relationship issues. The hosts share their opinions and personal experiences on these subjects. They discuss the pros and cons of different streaming platforms, the impact of social media on society, and the challenges of maintaining relationships. The conversation is filled with humor and anecdotes, providing an entertaining and informative discussion.

Takeaways

00:00 Introduction and Justin's adventures in Key West

04:39 Exciting Week

05:00 What have we been watching.

13:38 News: The Rock inserts himself into Wrestlemaina

22:42 Fans Controlling the Narrative

25:08 News: Miley Alcock Cast as Supergirl

26:59 News Rogan gets new contract worth up to $250 million

31:09 Discussion about Disney and Gina Carano

31:39 Discussion about Joe Rogan

33:36 Cinik's Superbowl Pick

37:20 News: Gina Carano Sues Disney