The Comix Claptrap

Lauren Weinstein - Season 4, Episode 5

2011-11-22T10:20:00.000-08:00

Introducing Miss Ellie! drawn by Lauren Weinstein

Just in time for your thanksgiving holiday, we bring you an ever so delightful interview with funny and talented, Lauren Weinstein. We talk about the new comics she's been posting on her blog, exciting upcoming projects, the crazy experiences of parenthood and how that all has affected her comics process, storytelling and her sanity! Also Rina gives us the scoop on her time at the Minneapolis Indie Expo and Josh finds a surprise inside the new Love and Rockets: New Stories #4! A great episode to listen to while traveling to your various turkey/tofurkey dinner parties! Gobble! Gobble!

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Michael DeForge - Season 4, Episode 4

2011-10-18T08:23:00.000-07:00

cover of "Lose #3" by Michael DeForge

In this episode, Thien and Rina have the great pleasure of talking to exciting and extremely talented comic artist Michael DeForge. We talk to him about all of the projects he's busy working on these days, his comic "Lose #3" published by Koyama Press, co-editing smutty comic anthology "Thickness #2" with Ryan Sands, and pigging out in Canada. Also, Thien and Josh talk about their time at the Alternative Press Expo and all the exciting comics they got at the show! This one was fun! So listen!

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The Comix Claptrap Live Recording (at APE)

2011-10-05T08:36:00.000-07:00

photo by BasicGeometry

Rina, Thien and Josh recorded the Comix Claptrap live at the 2011 Alternative Press Expo (APE). Here is a recording of what ensued. As usual, the sound quality is not the best, but why would we do things differently just because it's live, right? Our guests were Mike Dawson (Troop 142), Scott Campbell (Zombie in Love), Levon Jihanian (Danger Country) and Esther Pearl Watson (Unlovable). Listen as we talk about their current and upcoming projects, intersecting art and comics-making, thoughts on the APE show, and the experiences with youth organizations. It was fun so you should listen!

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Comix Claptrap LIVE! at APE

2011-09-29T10:57:00.000-07:00

Make sure to check out the ALTERNATIVE PRESS EXPO (APE) in San Francisco this weekend! Thien, Rina and Josh are going to do a LIVE show on Saturday at 2pm. Details are below. If you won't be able to attend, we'll have a recording of it posted on this blog soon!

The Comix Claptrap...LIVE
October, 1 -Saturday, 2:00pm !

Co-hosts Rina Ayuyang and Thien Pham record an episode of their enlightening, riotous, and controversial podcast, The Comix Claptrap LIVE at APE! At this live taping, Rina and Thien will be interviewing 4 artists who are making waves in the comics scene today: Mike Dawson (Troop 142), Scott Campbell (Zombie In Love), Levon Jihanian (Danger Country), and Esther Pearl Watson (Unlovable). Now in their fourth season, Rina and Thien have interviewed comics artists in the indie comics scene about their work, creative processes, and experiences in the industry. Each show has included New Comics Wednesday beat reportage from fellow cartoonist Josh Frankel, and new favorite segment, The Comix Cranktrap, where they crank-call a well-known cartoonist listed in their Rolodex. This panel promises to be total mayhem!

ALTERNATIVE PRESS EXPO

October 1-2, 2011
Concourse Exhibition Center
San Francisco, CA
http://www.comic-con.org/ape/index.php

Chris Cilla - Season 4, Episode 3

2011-09-28T09:24:00.000-07:00

Cover art by Chris Cilla

Recorded a couple days before SPX, Thien and Rina discuss Rina's experience of being an Ignatz judge and of course all hell breaks loose. We apologize in advance. (Rina has actually recommended that you just skip that part and start the podcast at the 10:00 minute mark where they crank call one of their favorite Chicago cartoonists!) They spend the rest of the podcast with a fun, spirited discussion with cartoonist's cartoonist, Chris Cilla about his Ignatz-nominated book The Heavy Hand, his comics influences and working with publisher and our dear friend Dylan Williams. Also, somewhere in all of this, Josh recommends the latest Jacques Tardi book.

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Also we want to take the time to ask you to donate to the Dylan Williams Scholarship Fund, bid on some wonderful art pieces or buy books from Sparkplug Comic books to help Dylan's family. The links are below.

Sparkplug Comic Books online store:
http://sparkplugcomicbooks.com/books/books.html

The Divine Invasion - Fundraising auction for Dylan:
http://thedivineinvasion.tumblr.com/

IPRC, The Dylan Williams Scholarship Fund:
http://www.iprc.org/uncategorized/the-dylan-williams-scholarship-fund

Thank you, Dylan

2011-09-12T08:44:00.000-07:00

Dylan Williams was a talented comic artist, a passionate publisher and above all else our great dear friend. Dylan passed away this weekend. There are not enough words in the world to say how much we will miss him and his enthusiasm for comics, creativity and life in general. Last year at APE, Thien moderated a panel about the Bay Area comics scene then and now. Dylan, along with Bay Area comic artists Susie Cagle, Ben Catmull, Andrew Farago and Hellen Jo talked about their beginnings and participation in the indie, small comics community. The interview gives just a tiny glimpse at how influential and important Dylan was to comics and the many lives he touched.

Dylan would post about the Comix Claptrap on the Sparkplug Comics blog. He lovingly compare us to Dean Martin and Jerry Lewis and say that Thien's podcast personality resembled the likes of Henry Rollins, Bill O'Reilly and Alger Hiss. Against his better judgement, he would sometimes actually listen to the show, and say that his favorite parts were when Finn would cry or scream in the background.

Dylan, we love you and we thank you for your heart, laughter and generosity.

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Craig Thompson - Season 4, Episode 2

2011-08-24T08:59:00.000-07:00

cover art by Craig Thompson

Exclusives! Scoops! HOT HOT HOT cartoonists! We have it all here in this episode of the Comix Claptrap. Excitement abounds as the ever-so talented comic artist Craig Thompson comes out of his work-tank to discuss his forthcoming, highly-anticipated graphic novel Habibi. It's stunning, people! Just stunning! We talk about his 7 years of making this epic novel and how awesome it is being a rock star cartoonist. We also bother another awesome cartoonist while they are stuck in a pretzel , and talk to Josh about, well, no new comics. Listen to this! We are proud and the most professional we have ever been!

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Annie Koyama - Season 4, Episode 1

2011-08-08T08:42:00.000-07:00

Kick Ass Annie logo, by Aaron Leighton

Season 4 begins, finally! Thien returns from his Level Up! tour with Gene Yang, and Rina takes a break from ridiculous non-comics obsessions to interview thee "Kick Ass" Annie Koyama, publisher of Toronto-based Koyama Press, one of the most exciting publishing houses to start up in recent years. We talk about the experiences that jump-started her career in comics, the artists that she's worked with, and of course Toronto comics gossip and hockey/baseball mania. We also continue our fun segment, the Comix Cranktrap and crank call a "Giant" in the Asian pop culture/lifestyle magazine industry. And yes, we talk to ever so jovial, Josh Frankel about Comic Con, new books from Kate Beaton and Lewis Trondheim and the latest industry news. We've called this one the "Womyn Empowerment" episode! So, RESPECT, sista!

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Sammy Harkham - Season 3, Episode 11

2011-04-04T08:33:00.000-07:00

cover of Crickets 3, by Sammy Harkham

We end our unbelievable 3rd season with an intense conversation with gifted cartoonist and influential editor of the Kramers Ergot anthology series, Sammy Harkham. We discuss his latest comic, Crickets 3, the writing process, some exciting projects in the works, and Rina's favorite, LA cartoonists gossip. Also, the always-delightful, Josh Frankel talks about new comics and new comic stores in Berkeley, while Rina and Thien talk about the excitement of Wondercon. Also, to end the season just right, we added a new segment to the program called the Comix Cranktrap. This is one of our very favorites, we think it'll be yours too. Listen!

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Eric Haven - Season 3, Episode 10

2011-03-08T08:45:00.000-08:00

In this episode, Rina and Thien get the chance to talk to exceptional cartoonist, Eric Haven about glaciers, Race Murdock, rapidographs, killing off respected Bay Area cartoonists and the tv show Mythbusters. Also, our buddy, Josh Frankel gives us a Comic Relief update and talks about a new graphic novel by Jay Hosler. Before that though, Rina ponders whether she has become an Enabler or not. Give it a go! It's fun!

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Adrian Tomine - Season 3, Episode 9

2011-02-14T08:36:00.000-08:00

cover art by Adrian Tomine

We can't think of a better way to celebrate Valentine's Day than with a lively conversation about love, marriage, parenthood and of course comics with the one and only Adrian Tomine. We discuss his latest book, "Scenes From an Impending Marriage", which humorously documents the dramas and DJs that he and his wife encountered on their way to the altar. Also of course we talk with Josh Frankel, our resident New Comics wizard about new and upcoming comics, as well as his magic-game addiction. So break out the heart-shaped candy and listen in! Love is definitely in the air!

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Tom Kaczynski - Season 3, Episode 8

2011-02-01T08:58:00.001-08:00

a panel from Trans Utopia by Tom Kaczynski

In this episode we talk to one of the smartest men in comics, Tom Kaczynski who just came out with a new mini-comic, Trans Utopia. We talk about his comics-making process, as well as his newly-formed comics publishing company Uncivilized Books which has produced books by Gabrielle Bell, Jon Lewis, and Daniel Thomas Wieken. Also we "try" to talk new comics with Josh, and debate about comics laureates and the fine art of critiquing comics. Have a listen, this one was fun!

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Zack Soto - Season 3, Episode 7

2011-01-16T20:22:00.000-08:00

Studygroup 12 #4 cover art by Zack Soto

We kick off 2011 with one of our favorite Portland comics people, Zack Soto about the eagerly-anticipated 4th issue of the Ignatz award-winning anthology Studygroup 12. Zack also give us the scoop on some exciting projects he has in store in the new year!! So make sure to listen to this one! Also, on hand is our resident buddy, Josh Frankel, who shares new comics from Chris Cilla, Lynda Barry, and Tom Kaczynski, as Thien and Rina share a few of their favorites from 2010 as well. Happy New Year, Buddies!

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Anders Nilsen - Season 3, Episode 6

2010-12-23T08:29:00.000-08:00

cover by Anders Nilsen for Big Questions #15

Thien is back just in time for you to listen during your holiday travels! (Please don't take it out on the car in front of you. Drive safe!) As a very special Christmas present, Thien and Rina get to talk to the very talented comics artist, Anders Nilsen about the debut of Big Questions #15, the final issue of his critically-acclaimed comic series. It's a great discussion about art and Ander's WICKED (yes, we wrote that) skateboarding skills! And, the holidays would never be bright without a chat with our new comics friend, Josh Frankel, despite the fact he depresses us with tales of woe about a certain comics store in Berkeley. Also, Thien shares some interesting ideas for your next Kickstarter project! So, get into the spirit and listen in!

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Warren Craghead - Season 3, Episode 5

2010-11-16T08:21:00.000-08:00

a page from Warren Craghead's The Surf and The Face

We make one last special guest co-host episode before Thien comes back, and it's a doozy! This time Rina shares the mic and some quality laffs with Renee French, cartoonist extraordinaire and author of the critically-acclaimed H-Day. In this episode, they get to talk to the one and only, Warren Craghead about inspirations, his unique take on comics and art-making, the drawing process as well as a shocking secret that he finally reveals to Rina about his family history. Also we talk new comics with always-classy Josh Frankel. This is one of our favorites and I'm sure it will be one of yours too! Hear it!

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Carol Tyler, Season 3, Episode 4

2010-11-01T08:14:00.000-07:00

cover of Carol Tyler's "You'll Never Know, Book Two: Collateral Damage" (Fantagraphics)

While Thien is still on suspended leave, thinking of all the wrong he has done, The Comix Claptrap welcomes cartoonist and screenprinting master, Dan Zettwoch as our special guest co-host! In this episode, Dan and Rina get to interview inspiring and funny cartoonist and painter Carol Tyler! We talk about the latest volume of her graphic novel series You'll Never Know, Book Two: Collateral Damage and the research and preparation involved in sharing a deeply honest portrait of her family and her father's experience during World War II. We also talk about our time at the 2010 Alternative Press Expo and new comics from the con with good buddie, Josh Frankel. A lot of good, positive stuff in this one before Thien comes back in full force -- so don't miss it!

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Megan Kelso - Season 3, Episode 3

2010-10-14T07:48:00.000-07:00

cover art by Megan Kelso, Artichoke Tales (Fantagraphics Books)

The show producer suspended Thien from the podcast and in his stead, Lark Pien, cartoonist, artist, painter and Thien's better half, joins Rina in hosting this most calming episode of the Claptrap. Who will be the Bad Cop now? We'll see. Lark and Rina have the esteemed honor of talking to comic book artist and writer Megan Kelso about her new book Artichoke Tales, her minicomic beginnings with Girlhero and Highwater Books, and her editing experience with Scheherazade, as well as juggling comics and a family. Whew! We also talk to Josh Frankel (He didn't quit the show yet) about the newest issues of Love and Rockets, Palookaville, as well as childrens comics from France. We had a lot of fun this time around, maybe you will too! Listen in!

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Brian Ralph - Season 3, Episode 2

2010-09-30T22:34:00.000-07:00

a panel from Brian Ralph's Daybreak (Bodega)

This time Rina and Thien get to admire the funny and inspiring cartoonist, Brian Ralph (Cave In, Climbing Out, Daybreak) and talk about the new Fort Thunder anthology, Monster, as well as his approach to comics-making, toy-designing, screenprinting, comics teaching, trash-talking Rina's favorite football team... Dang, this guy is multifaceted! Also of course new comics with Mr Josh Frankel and a "quaint" industry award idea from Thien. You don't want to miss this episode! Press PLAY!

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Dan Clowes - Season 3, Episode 1

2010-09-05T00:12:00.001-07:00

a panel from Dan Clowes' Wilson
(published by Drawn & Quarterly)

Oh wow, have we been away for a long time! Rina went on a "tour" for her book, and Thien... well, Thien changed his voice. For this season premiere, we dared to dream big, and our dream actually came true: Mr. Dan Clowes sits down to chat with us on topics ranging from Pogs to coffee shop blind dates. The experience was so mind-numbing, it induced Thien to asthmatic coughing fits. We also kick off Season 3 with yet another Ignatz awards rant and desperate plea to SPX voters by Thien, and reunite with now-veteran New Comics newsie, Ignatz-nominated Josh Frankel. This is one episode to remember so we hope you enjoy it!

("Errata Stigmata" Alert: In this episode, Rina incorrectly says that the last Comix Claptrap episode was with Dylan Horrocks. However the last episode was with James Sturm. Though James probably forgot that too. Also, the name of the comic that Rina forgets during the New Comics Reporting segment is called Birchfield Close by Jon McNaught... beautifully printed... You can get it at Nobrow Press. )

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James Sturm - Season 2, Episode 7

2010-04-09T08:13:00.000-07:00

The night before James Sturm decided to quit the internet, he spent an hour walking his dog and talking to the Comix Claptrap. We had no idea what his plans were the following day. Our only hope is that we weren't the straw that broke the camel's back. James talked to us about his new book, Market Day, published by Drawn & Quarterly, creating the Center for Cartoon Studies in White River Junction, VT., his comics begining and influences, and for mainstream fanboys, Unstable Molecules! It's an inspiring interview that will make you want to quit everything and start making comics!

Also, Thien, Rina and Josh discuss their experience at the recent bewildering Wondercon in San Francisco. Have a listen because we're back to 90 minute episodes!

Gabrielle Bell - Season 2, Episode 6

2010-03-30T08:40:00.000-07:00

A panel from Gabrielle Bell's story, "Brooklyn".

In this dazzling episode, The Claptrap crew talk to the delightful and insightful cartoonist, Gabrielle Bell, who discusses her latest adventures of bringing new "Lucky" comics to the Internet! We also do some cartoonist impressions, talk about Swedish comics, share vitamin water with our always-ecstatic New Comics reporter and cartoonist Josh Frankel. Oh, and as requested, we've shortened the podcast down to *almost* an hour -- trimming some of the fat just in time for Spring!!

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Steve Weissman - Season 2, Episode 5

2010-03-09T07:43:00.001-08:00

In this episode, Thien tries to convince Rina to join a new comics revolution, while Josh continues to share his love for Japanese manga as well as a new comic from Paul Grist. Better still, Thien and Rina get to talk to Harvey Award-winning and Ignatz-nominated, Steven "Ribs" Weissman who has a new book out with Fantagraphics Books called Chocolate Cheeks. In this interview, Steven talks about the origin of the Yikes! gang, shares his insight on juggling comics-making with having a family, and discusses his web comics "Barack Hussein Obama" and his contributions to the "What Things Do" comics website. We also try, in vain, to get more LA cartoonist gossip. You don't want to miss this, listen in!

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Dylan Horrocks - Season 2, Episode 4

2010-02-18T08:23:00.000-08:00

Thien and Rina have the huge honor of interviewing distinguished comic artist and writer, Dylan Horrocks, whose celebrated comics masterpiece, "Hicksville" has just been re-released with a beautiful new edition published by Drawn and Quarterly. In this episode, Dylan talks about his personal journey in comics-making since the first printing of "Hicksville", as well as his revealing experiences writing for mainstream comics, the decision to serialize his comics on the internet, and the inspiring comics scene in New Zealand.

We also chat with our lovely New Comics reporter, cartoonist and buddy Josh Frankel about new work by Lewis Trondheim, Oliver East, Matt Dembicki, as well as McSweeney's Panorama. We are really happy about this episode, and hope you will be too -- have a listen!

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Lark Pien - Season 2, Episode 3

2010-02-02T08:15:00.000-08:00

In this episode, Thien accuses Rina of child neglect for going on a book tour. Nice! Most importantly though, the two finally get to interview a very special guest, talented cartoonist and painter, Lark Pien. Lark talks about her newest book, Long Tail Kitty (published by Blue Apple Books) as well as her comics beginnings, working on children's books, and her various upcoming projects. (Geez, this lady is very busy!) We also talk new Japanese comics and Stan Sakai's Usagi Yojimbo with our friendly, neighborhood New Comics reporter, Josh Frankel. So, give a listen, it's a fun one! Oh, and, Happy M-Day everyone!

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Johnny Ryan - Season 2, Episode 2

2010-01-18T07:59:00.001-08:00

We kick off 2010 with comic artist, Johnny Ryan, creator of the painfully hilarious Angry Youth Comix, as well as Comic Book Holocaust and Blecky Yuckarella strips. In this episode, we talk to him about his newest book, Prison Pit, Book 1, his comics process, and rate who is the best fighter in comics. We also share our latest finds from the 2009 Alternative Press Expo with our very own Josh Frankel, as well as discuss this whole business about cartoonists having babies all of a sudden. What's that about!?! Have a listen!

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Jaime Hernandez - Season 2, Episode 1

2009-10-07T10:25:00.000-07:00

YES! We're back and better than ever! Join Thien, Rina, and Josh, as they kick off Season 2 in a really big way with a very special guest, legendary cartoonist and co-creator of Love and Rockets, Mr. Jaime Hernandez.

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Episode 11 - John Pham

2009-06-23T07:07:00.000-07:00

Thien and Rina say their goodbyes (at least for a while) as they begin their hiatus from the Comix Claptrap. To celebrate our run, we talk comics shop and try to get LA gossip from talented cartoonist, John Pham, of Sublife, Kramers Ergot 7 and Mome fame. We also talk new comics by Joey Allison Sayers and latest Japanese manga with our alway favorite New Comics Wednesday reporter, Josh Frankel.

We apologize for taking forever to get this episode out. Blame it on Thien (our one-person AV crew who admitted after all this time that he has no idea how to edit the podcast.)

Episode 10 - Hellen Jo and Calvin Wong

2009-03-24T08:33:00.000-07:00

Hello friends! Thien and Rina are back...again (Rina had a terrible cold last month)! This time they sit down with cartoonists Hellen Jo (Jin and Jam #1, Blister) and Calvin Wong (Ramble On #1, Hattie et Millie) and have a fun-filled conversation about cheese-filled hot dogs, Calvin's hair, noise art, and of course COMICS! And no episode would be complete without our new comics correspondent, Josh Frankel who might or might include a new Euro comic among his latest finds at Comic Relief. Join the party!

Episode 9 - Andrice Arp and Jesse Reklaw

2009-01-21T08:41:00.001-08:00

(L-R) paintings by Jesse Reklaw and Andrice Arp

Welcome back, friends!

Thien, Rina and Josh ring in 2009 with an action-packed episode full of new comics and wonderful surprises. And what better way to start the year off right than to have a funny and inspiring conversation with two of our favorite cartoonists Andrice Arp (Mome, Hi-Horse) and Jesse Reklaw (Night of Your Life, Bluefuzz). Give a listen to our special almost-two hour episode!

Episode 8 - Jason Shiga... and friends!

2009-01-02T12:44:00.000-08:00

(panel from Jason Shiga's Fleep)

The Holiday Episode!

Thien, Rina, and Josh share their Best Of 2008 comics list and are visited by surprise guests, Dylan Williams, publisher of Sparkplug Comic Books, and award winning cartoonist, Gabrielle Bell! We end the podcast with a funny heartwarming interview with cartoonist extraordinare, Jason Shiga! Happy New Year everybody!

Episode 7 - John Porcellino

2008-12-08T08:04:00.000-08:00

(King Cat by John Porcellino)

This episode finds the Comix Claptrap gang in a more cheery mood as they share stories of who and what inspired them to make their first minicomic. And, what better way to celebrate comics inspirations than to spend time listening to legendary cartoonist John Porcellino, creator of the long-running minicomic zine, "King Cat", now in its 69th issue! Start your holiday season off right, give it a listen!

Episode 6 - Jeffrey Brown

2008-12-01T08:17:00.001-08:00

(Self portrait by Jeffrey Brown)

In this episode, we talk comics, the X-Men, and Gummy Bears with the one and only Jeffrey Brown, award-winning cartoonist of "I Am Going To Be Small" and author of such books "Bighead", "Clumsy" and "Little Things." Also, Thien and Rina daydream of cartoonists they'd love to publish if they were comics publishers, and as always, chat about new comics with our friendly neighborhood New Comics Wednesday reporter and cartoonist, Josh Frankel. This was fun, give a listen, will you?

Episode 5 - Jim Rugg

2008-11-11T08:07:00.001-08:00

(cover of the Street Angel collection by Jim Rugg)

Thien and Rina are back from their mini-break and APE 2008, the Alternative Press Expo! Listen to their thoughts on the show, especially a spirited debate on the debut of the much anticipated Kramers Ergot 7. We'll also talk new comics from Comics Relief and APE with our classy beat reporter Josh "Hey Buddy" Frankel. And last but not least, we have a fun engaging discussion with Jim Rugg, the talented artist of Street Angel and Afrodesiac, on his comics influences and his favorite comic finds.

Episode 4 - Gene Luen Yang

2008-10-27T08:09:00.000-07:00

(self-portrait by Gene Luen Yang)

For our fourth episode, award-winning cartoonist Gene Yang talks to us about his critically acclaimed-graphic novel, American Born Chinese, as well as his various upcoming projects and just how much fun it is to work with Thien...every day. We also discuss new comics with cartoonist Josh Frankel, and share our thoughts about agents and bigtime publishers hitting the alternative comics industry. It's another action-packed, fun-filled hour (actually hour and 20 minutes)!

Episode 3 - Trevor Alixopulos

2008-10-20T08:17:00.001-07:00

(watercolor postcard by Trevor Alixopulos)

In this episode, cartoonist Trevor Alixopulos chats with us about his latest book, "The Hot Breath of War", his tips on proper pen nib usage, and the allure of Santa Rosa architecture. We also discuss new comics with our favorite New Comics Wednesday beat reporter-cartoonist Josh Frankel. But before all that, Thien and Rina give a brief preview of the 2008 Alternative Press Expo (APE) as well as analyze the winner of this season's Project Runway. Prick up your ears in amazement!

Episode 2 - Renée French

2008-10-13T07:46:00.000-07:00

(Bunny No.1 by Renée French)

In this episode, Thien and Rina have the huge honor of talking comics, Battlestar Galactica, and Formula One racing with the amazing cartoonist and children's book illustrator, Renée French. We also talk Euro comics and Love and Rockets with New Comix Wednesday reporter and cartoonist Josh Frankel. Before all of that though, we first share thoughts about the Minx comics line and the definition of a "Comics Darling". Have a listen!

Episode 1 - Our very first podcast

2008-09-29T13:25:00.001-07:00

(self-portrait by Vanessa Davis)

In this inaugural episode, Rina eats bean dip and moons over Lynda Barry while Thien throws a tantrum about the Ignatz awards. We also get to chat with esteemed cartoonist, Josh Frankel about new comics from Comic Relief, and round out the podcast with a fun and insightful interview with cartoonist creator of the book Spaniel Rage, Vanessa Davis. Intro music by Scrabbel.

ps. Thien doesn't really know what he's talking about in this episode, especially about Ignatz judging guidelines. Stay cool!

Welcome to the Claptrap!

2008-09-26T10:35:00.000-07:00

Trust me, you want to listen to this! You DEFINITELY want to listen to this!

It's THE COMIX CLAPTRAP!

Cartooonists Rina Ayuyang and Thien Pham take time out to talk shop and discuss topics and issues concerning comics and the small press world. Each podcast is highlighted with New-Comics-Wednesday beat reportage from fellow cartoonist Josh Frankel and topped off with an exclusive interview with some fine cartoonist who is willing to bare their soul to us! (Or at least talk about ink nibs.)

Stay tuned to this site for the inaugural podcast where we talk about the Ignatz award nominees, Lynda Barry, the Schultz museum, multi-colored Hulks, and discuss autobio with a very special guest!