Gemma Files is a Canadian horror writer, journalist and film critic. I met Gemma when I was moderating a virtual panel for Fangoria. She's smart, funny, and knows her horror! In this episode, we discuss her latest horror anthology In That Endlessness, Our End, how publishing has changed over time, and her past job as a film critic. You can follow Gemma on Twitter @gemmafiles.   Show Notes:  Website Buy In That Endlessness, Our End https://amzn.to/3kvt160 Twitter @gemmafiles https://twitter.com/gemmafiles Fangoria Panel https://youtu.be/RQX2wd0xNmI Movie Recommendation: Stray (streaming on Hulu) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uC38BqP2_fI  

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Ep. 159 Gemma Files

Illustrator Dave Perillo is back! I caught up with Dave during pandemic times to talk about the fate of comic conventions and how managed work during the pandemic. It was great to have him back on the show. If you want to catch Dave's first appearance on the podcast then check out Ep. 8 (wow he got on early!) You can follow Dave on Instagram (@montygog) and Twitter (@montygog)!  

Ep. 158 Dave Perillo is back!

Gottfried Roodt + Lloyd Wilgen are the creators of the wildly popular series Noodle and Bun (https://www.noodleandbun.com/). I discovered Noodle and Bun on Tiktok and instantly fell in love with the expressive CG animation. Noodle and Bun got major traction on TikTok and now has over 4.3 million followers. In this interview, I discover how Noodle and Bun came to life, what it takes to create merchandise for your brand, and how to grow your audience after going viral. Check out Noodle and Bun on YouTube, Instagram (@noodle_and_bun), and TikTok (@noodle_and_bun). AND go grab some new merch from the official Noodle and Bun store.   Show Notes: Noodle and Bun Store https://www.noodleandbun.com/collections/plush Cartoon Brew interview https://www.cartoonbrew.com/apps/meet-the-animators-who-are-reaching-millions-of-viewers-on-tiktok-199436.html PolyCat https://www.polycat.com/ TikTok @nood_and_bun https://www.tiktok.com/@noodle_and_bun?lang=en YouTube Channel https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgTVYQn8fJy6d2IDRB3ECqQ Instagram @noodle_and_bun https://www.instagram.com/noodle_and_bun/?hl=en      

Ep. 157 Noodle and Bun Creators Gottfried Roodt + Lloyd Wilgen

Katie Skelly is a writer and illustrator based in New York. She's best known for her brightly colored graphic novels with strong giallo vibes. Her book Maids came out in 2020 from Fantagraphics and explores the true crime story of the Papin sisters. In this episode, we explore her film influences, the history behind Maids, and the indie comics community. You can follow Katie on Instagram (@skellyskellyskelly) and Twitter (@nurse_nurse). Like this ep? Check out ep. 143 with Small Press Expo Executive Director Warren Bernard. https://peopleithinkarecool.com/ep-143-warren-bernard   Show Notes: Website http://www.katieskellycomics.com/ Buy Maids https://www.amazon.com/Maids-Katie-Skelly/dp/1683963687 Twitter https://twitter.com/nurse_nurse Instagram https://www.instagram.com/skellyskellyskelly/  

Ep. 156 Katie Skelly

 WATCH ON YOUTUBE    Ray Harkins is the host of the podcast 100 Words or Less. He is also the lead singer for the melodic hardcore band Taken. I discovered Ray's podcast while looking for a show that covered creative collaboration. Ray's interviews with indie musicians and artists was just what I needed. His interviews are more like casual conversations that dive into the stories behind each guest's profession. With every episode, I find something to take away and apply to my own creative career, which is rare when you work in a creative partnership with you spouse!   You can follow Ray on Twitter and Instagram @xpurposex. His podcast 100 Words or Less from iHeartRadio is available to stream everywhere (see the link below for details).   Podcast    Instagram @xpurposex   Twitter @xpurposex   Taken @takenband          

Ep. 155 Ray Harkins

Watch the video on our People I Think Are Cool YouTube channel Jen Gubicza is an artist and designer best known for her faux taxidermy pieces. I first met Jen years ago at a craft show where she was vending with her shop Zooguu. I’m a huge fan of her work. I talked to Jen in the middle of the pandemic when all the shows were going online. We had a great chat about pivoting during a pandemic, how creators are finding new ways to collaborate online, and her work on the X-Men New Mutants movie.   SHOW NOTES: Website  Shop  Twitter @zooguu Instagram @zooguu Facebook 

Ep. 154 Jen Gubicza

Watch on YouTube Jane Friedman is the author of The Business of Being a Writer. With over 20 years of experience in publishing, she is an expert in business strategies for writers. I discovered Jane's work through her blog years ago when I was about to publish my first book with HarperCollins. Her site was the only place that answered questions on every scope of being a writer, from getting your book sold, what to expect when working with an editor, and the concept of literary citizenship. I often find myself revisiting Jane's books every year as a reminder on what I can do as a writer to push forward when I feel stuck. Jane's wisdom speaks not only to new writers but also to those with decades of experience. You can follow Jane on Twitter @janefriedman and Instagram @janefriedman.   Show Notes Website The Business of Being a Writer Classes Newsletters Twitter @janefriedman Facebook Instagram @janefriedman Goodreads  

Ep. 153 Jane Friedman

Watch on YouTube! Jess Guise is the lead singer for the folk-pop band Guise. When I discovered her music, I fell in love with her lyrics, humor, and charm. In our chat, Jess shared her writing process and shifting gears as a creative during the pandemic. Definitely check out her video for "The Fun Part."  It's one of the most clever music videos I've ever seen, and it truly showcases her eye for storytelling. You can follow Jess on Instagram @jess.guise.   Show Notes Instagram @jess.guise Twitter @JessGuise Bandcamp Merch The Fun Part music video Brother in Arms music video  

Ep. 152 Jess Guise

Catch the video version on our Cuddles and Rage YouTube. Clay McLeod Chapman is one of my favorite writers. His stories are weird, wonderful, and creepy. I first discovered his writing through past guest Glenn McQuaid (ep 132) as I was binging Tales from Beyond the Pale. Clay's episode The Mattress King will make your skin crawl. Clay is a fellow Quirk Books cousin. His new book with Quirk, Whisper Down the Lane, is out April 6. You can pre-order it now (which I totally did and can't wait!).   Show Notes Website Pre-Order Whisper Down the Lane Twitter @claymcleod Books Amazon Author Profile GoodReads

Ep. 151 Clay McLeod Chapman

Russell Nohelty is a USA Today Best-Selling author, owner of Wannabe Press, and host of The Complete Creative podcast. I discovered Russell through his podcast and was pulled in by his vast knowledge of how to be successful in the world of self publishing. In this episode, Russell and I talk about publishing stats, genres with the biggest audiences, writing, and maintaining readers.   Show Notes Website Twitter @Russellnohelty Instagram @russellnohelty Podcast Books Courses The Complete Creative Wannabe Press

Ep. 150 Russell Nohelty

Georgia Kriss is an Australian based animator and writer. Similar to past guest Grant Kolton, I discovered Georgia's work on the FX show Cake! (seriously, great show and place to find the fun and the weird). Georgia's work spoke to me through its wit, fierce take on femininity, and style. In this episode, we talk pitching shows, giving projects time to breathe, and cats peeing on things. You can follow Georgia on Instagram @star_crust_lizards. Show Notes:  Vimeo Instagram Passion Pictures IMDB Tumblr

Ep. 149 Georgia Kriss

Welcome to part three of three for our Final Girls special! In this episode, Tracie and I chat about our pieces then I talk with artists Chloe Rice and Steph C their art. Draw Me Like One of Your Final Girls is live at Spoke Art's sister gallery, Recess! Tracie Ching and I joined forces to co-curate the show. Final Girls (for short) celebrates horror from a female/femme perspective. The group show includes 60 female and queer artists with wildly different styles, ranging from pure horror to spooky-cute. Follow @Spoke_Art on Twitter and Instagram for more updates! View the Draw Me Like One of Your Final Girls show here. Chloe Rice Website Instagram @ohchloe Steph C Website Twitter: @The_StephC Instagram @thatsteph_c INPRNT Tracie Ching Website Instagram @tracieching Twitter @tracieching Liz Reed Website Instagram @cuddlesandrage Twitter @cuddlesandrage TikTok @cuddlesandrage YouTube Liz Loves Physical Media Instagram  

Ep. 148 Final Girls Part 3: Chloe Rice, Steph C, and Tracie Ching

Welcome to part two of three for our Final Girls special! In this episode, Tracie and I chat about curating the show then I talk with artists Paige Reynolds, Ellen Surrey, and Zi Xu about their pieces. Draw Me Like One of Your Final Girls is now live through 10/31 at Spoke Art's sister gallery, Recess! Tracie Ching and I joined forces to co-curate the show. Final Girls (for short) celebrates horror from a female/femme perspective. The group show includes 60 female and queer artists with wildly different styles, ranging from pure horror to spooky-cute.  Follow @Spoke_Art on Twitter and Instagram for more updates! View the Draw Me Like One of Your Final Girls show here.   Paige Reynolds Website Instagram @paigereynoldsart Twitter @preynoldsart Facebook   Ellen Surrey Website Instagram @yesurrey Twitter @yesurrey Zi Xu Website Instagram @ziqqix Twitter @ziqqix Tracie Ching Website Instagram @tracieching Twitter @tracieching Liz Reed Website Instagram @cuddlesandrage Twitter @cuddlesandrage TikTok @cuddlesandrage YouTube Liz Loves Physical Media Instagram  

Ep. 147 Final Girls Part 2: Paige Reynolds, Ellen Surrey, Zi Xu

This episode is part one of a three part special! On October 29th, Draw Me Like One of Your Final Girls opens at Spoke Art's sister gallery Recess! Tracie Ching and I joined forces to co-curate the show. Final Girls (for short) celebrates horror from a female/femme perspective. The group show includes 60 artists with wildly different styles, ranging from pure horror to spooky-cute. In this episode, Tracie and I chat about women in horror then I chat with artists Sara Deck and Allison Black about their pieces. Follow @Spoke_Art on Twitter and Instagram for more updates! View the Draw Me Like One of Your Final Girls show here. SHOW NOTES SPOKE ART Spoke Art Gallery Recess Gallery Sara Deck Website Instagram @sara_deck_art Twitter @thisDuality Facebook Allison Black Website Shop Instagram @allisonblackillustration Tracie Ching Website Instagram @tracieching Twitter @tracieching Liz Reed Website Instagram @cuddlesandrage Twitter @cuddlesandrage TikTok @cuddlesandrage YouTube Liz Loves Physical Media Instagram  

Ep. 146 Final Girls Part 1: Sara Deck, Allison Black, & Tracie Ching

Grant Kolton is an animator, director, writer, and so much more that my fingers might fall off if I type it all out. I discovered  Grant on Instagram while going down the animation hashtag rabbit hole. His animations first caught my eye through their loose yet controlled style. When I dove in deeper, I fell in love with his stories. They are dark, twisted, hilarious, and at times poignant. In this episode, we talk about pitching TV shows, developing shorts for FX's CAKE!, and his new animated short KILL YOUR IDIOMS (out now on Vimeo). You can follow Grant on Instagram (@grantkoltoons), Vimeo, & Twitter (@grantkolton)   Show Notes Kill Your Idioms Short Black Hole Apartment Short for CAKE! Grant's Vimeo Grant's Website Grant's Instagram @grantkoltoons Grant's Twitter @GrantKolton Spoke Art/Recess Gallery - Draw Me Like One of Your Final Girls

EP. 145 Grant Kolton

Artist and writer Liz Reed interviews creatives on what inspires them. Her guests range from internet famous webcomic artists to writers to musicians to chefs. Following your passion can come in any form and the advice from each guest is a unique gem of wisdom that could inspire you to pursue your dreams. New episodes release biweekly.

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