Mother F**ker in a Cape
The MotherF**cker In A Cape podcast series is an informal chat moderated by R. Alan Brooks (writer & co-creator of The Burning Metronome comic book) and Jordan Froelich (the comics guru at Mutiny Information Cafe). We talk with comic book creators, nerd activists and key figures from areas of geek culture that aren't often explored. Geek culture is everywhere! MFIAC looks at where we can all fit into it.
Star Trek Cats: The Journey of Jenny Parks!
Wednesday, 19 February 2020 23:02
Jenny Parks, illustrator & creator of the famous and funny Star Trek Cats books, talks about how she got started in art!
Music, Layouts & Ink - A Graphic Novel Comes to Life!
Wednesday, 05 February 2020 16:30
In this episode, I briefly interview 3 people creating art for Anguish Garden: Carl Carrell, Kevin Caron, & Dailen Ogden.
White Guys Who Hate The Man!
Saturday, 01 February 2020 00:38
Another classic 2016 episode, with my guests, Kevin Caron & Jake Fairly. They talk about how they got into comics, why diverse viewpoints in comics are vital, and how they approach making their own comics!
Horror & Education - Jan C.J. Jones
Thursday, 23 January 2020 15:01
Jan C. J. Jones, the author of "A Journey With Strange Bedfellows", discusses how her graphic novel began as an audio drama.
The Making of A Comic Book - Anguish Garden
Thursday, 16 January 2020 16:25
How's a comic book made, from start to finish? I interview the artists who are working with me on my new graphic novel, Anguish Garden.
The 4 Color Rainbow Pt. 2
Sunday, 22 December 2019 17:06
Part 2 of this classic episode from 2017: my guests Melanie Gilman and Dylan Edwards discuss LGBTQIA issues in comics!
The 4 Color Rainbow Pt. 1
Sunday, 22 December 2019 16:57
Happy New Year! Here’s a classic episode: where I learned more about LGBTQ issues in comics.
The Kymera Era - William Carroll and Jim Tanner
Sunday, 22 December 2019 16:47
I talk with two members of the comics collective, Kymera.
Horror In Comics - Alex Delia, David Espy and Jolyon Yates
Friday, 08 November 2019 04:56
I spoke with horror comics creators Jolyon B. Yates, Alex Delia and David Espy!
Comedy In Comics - Cori Redford & Neil Ewing
Sunday, 03 November 2019 01:09
Comics creators Cori Redford and Neil Ewing discuss using comedy in comic books, and how they convey different styles of humor in their books!
From Comics To Hollywood - Brian Essig-Peppard
Sunday, 03 November 2019 01:58
Storyboard artist and comics illustrator Brian Essig-Peppard talks about his work storyboarding movies, commercials and music videos (including A Tribe Called Quest's final video).
Comics Style Wars - Scorpio Steele & Daniel Crosier
Saturday, 02 November 2019 22:29
Comics creators Scorpio Steele and Daniel Crosier discuss using different styles of art in comics storytelling.
Using The Past To Teach About The Present: Shawn Gustafson
Wednesday, 30 October 2019 22:32
Comics creator Shawn Gustafson discusses his World War 2 comic, The Specialists.
Prose Punches: Cameron McVey & O'Brian Gunn!
Wednesday, 30 October 2019 22:23
Authors O'Brian Gunn and Cameron McVey discuss how comics and geek culture have influenced their novel writing.
Ken Lizzi - Attorney To Superhumans!
Tuesday, 29 October 2019 16:53
Author Ken Lizzi, who’s also an attorney for Dark Horse Comics, talks about how he decided that he specifically wanted to be a lawyer for a comic book company!
A Little Knowledge About The Publishing Biz, with Nic DuFort!
Monday, 28 October 2019 21:31
Nic DuFort, an indie rep, discusses her work as a District Sales Manager for Penguin Random House
A Lawyer & A Publisher Walk Into A Bar: Your First Publishing Contract
Tuesday, 16 July 2019 20:55
I talked with Pat, an attorney and comics fan, and Ted, a local comics publisher, about the business side of the comics world!
We Don't Do Manga! Asian-American Comics Creators!
Tuesday, 16 July 2019 20:46
I talked with 3 Asian-American comics creators who are constantly being mistaken for each other, even though they look nothing alike!
Kelly Sue DeConnick Has A Gameplan!
Thursday, 11 July 2019 20:36
Comics writer Kelly Sue DeConnick ("Captain Marvel", "Bitch Planet", "Pretty Deadly") talks with me about the strategy of building a comics career.
Guitars & Graphics - Aaron Howell & Jake Fairly
Monday, 24 June 2019 23:35
Comics creators and musicians Aaron Howell and Jake Fairly discuss creating the official comic book for Aaron's band, MF Ruckus.
Remember The Children: Making Comics For Kids
Saturday, 01 June 2019 08:38
In this classic episode, I spoke with comics creators Patricia Krmpotich and Andrew Mark.
Denis Kitchen - Comic Book Legal Defense Fund
Wednesday, 22 May 2019 15:53
I'm chatting with Denis Kitchen about founding The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund.
James O'Barr - La Vida Crow(ca)
Thursday, 16 May 2019 20:47
More talk with James O'Barr, creator of The Crow!
GET MONEY! How Artists Can Make a Living
Thursday, 09 May 2019 00:59
Artist and muralist Thomas "Detour" Evans discusses painting the portrait of Jay-Z.
BLACK. FEMALE. CREATIVE. - Adrienne "Adri" Norris
Wednesday, 01 May 2019 22:52
Artist Adrienne "Adri" Norris discusses her Women Behaving Badly art series.
I'm Not Racist - How Did My Story Get That Way?
Thursday, 25 April 2019 17:31
After years of creating her fantasy graphic novel series, LeyLines, Robin Childs decided to abruptly end it. Why?
Creative Natives: Indigenous Comics Creators!
Friday, 19 April 2019 16:07
Married comics creators Kristina and Rafael Maldonado Bad-Hand discuss...
Denis Kitchen & Howard Cruse - Underground Comix Pioneers!
Tuesday, 19 March 2019 18:33
In pt. 5 of my Countdown to DINK, we hear from Underground Comix pioneers, Denis Kitchen and Howard Cruse.
Chuck Forsman - The End Of The Fxxxing World
Tuesday, 19 March 2019 18:05
In pt. 4 of my Countdown to DINK, we hear from Chuck Forsman.
Ezra Claytan Daniels & Ben Passmore - Comics Travelers
Monday, 11 March 2019 22:43
In pt. 3 of my “Countdown to DINK”, I talk with traveling comics creators Ezra Claytan Daniels and Ben Passmore.
John Leguizamo - Ghetto Klown
Tuesday, 05 March 2019 18:36
Actor and comedian John Leguizamo talks about his graphic novel, "Ghetto Klown", in part 2 of my "Countdown to DINK" episodes.
James O'Barr - Creator of The Crow
Thursday, 28 February 2019 00:51
James O'Barr, the creator of The Crow, talks with me, in the 1st of my "Countdown to DINK" episodes.
Vita Ayala - Wild Wonder Worker
Monday, 15 October 2018 21:17
Prolific comics creator Vita Ayala, writer of Wonder Woman, The Wilds, and Batman Beyond, talks with me!
Papa Bear and Dale Campbell - Brothers Gonna Make It!
Friday, 05 October 2018 16:15
In this episode, I talk with two black men in the geek world (at Wizard World Iowa): Papa Bear, a talented cosplayer and activist, and Dale Campbell, the creator of animated series for children, which he uses to share his faith.
Stranger Comics: Mortals Who Make Legends
Tuesday, 11 September 2018 18:56
I talk with the founders of Stranger Comics: Sebastian Jones, Darrell May and Joshua Cozine. We discuss what it takes for them to create a rich fantasy world in their comics, with black characters up front!
Star Trek's Nichelle Nichols - What The Future Holds
Tuesday, 04 September 2018 16:30
I interview the legendary Nichelle Nichols, of Star Trek!
Alitha Martinez - You Can't Knock The Hustle
Monday, 20 August 2018 16:54
I speak with Marvel Comics artist Alitha Martinez, about her journey from being a child in a Latin family in Florida, to becoming an artist who has drawn some of the most popular characters in comics! We discuss some of her struggles with breaking through the "boy's club" of the 1990s comics industry.
Charisma Carpenter - A Stake Through The Art
Monday, 30 July 2018 19:43
I had a fun conversation with Charisma Carpenter (Buffy The Vampire Slayer and Angel), for a few moments at this year’s Wizard World Comic Con in Des Moines, IA.
Lisa Berry: Super AND Natural
Thursday, 26 July 2018 22:24
I sit down with Supernatural's Lisa Berry, to discuss everything from natural hair to Shakespeare, to what it means if you're black and haven't watched Black Panther yet.
Brian Azzarello: Straight Shots
Friday, 29 June 2018 15:40
Renowned comics writer Brian Azzarello (100 Bullets, Wonder Woman, Batman) joins me in a bar, at Phoenix Comic Fest, for a conversation about everything from asshole vegans, to political extremism, to how important it is to be able to write characters who have viewpoints you don't agree with.
Arise, People!
Wednesday, 06 June 2018 17:25
I sit down again with the founders of the Arise Music Festival, Paul Bassis and Tierro Lee, to discuss how a music festival can be full of art, meaning and activism.
Arise! Art, Activism and Yoga!
Tuesday, 13 June 2017 13:00
The founders of the Arise Festival, Paul Bassis and Tierro Lee, discuss how art inspires their activism, and how music and yoga work together for a total experience! These guys were a lot of fun to talk to, and I'm sure you'll enjoy this episode as much as I did.
Get Your Comics Out To The World!!! Pt. 2
Saturday, 03 June 2017 21:44
In pt. 2 of this episode, our guests answer questions about how to get your comic book or geek novel out to the world!
Get Your Comics Out To The World!!! Pt. 1
Friday, 26 May 2017 18:57
So you've finished your comic book or geek novel? Our guests discuss how to get it out the world! WAYNE WINSETT, owner of the Eisner-nominated comic shop, Time Warp Comics and DANI HEDLUND, CEO of Tethered By Letters, a non-profit publisher that focuses on helping young authors get their work published share their secrets with us.
We Don’t Do Manga – Asian American Comics Creators pt. 2
Tuesday, 18 April 2017 14:29
Pt. 2 of the interview with Asian-American comics creators, Lonnie MF Allen, Saro Hang, and Oi Bob Parks.
We Don’t Do Manga! Asian-American Comics Creators pt. 1
Tuesday, 04 April 2017 15:39
3 Asian-American comics creators discuss what it’s like to be constantly mistaken for each other, what they hate about Sixteen Candles
Whatever You DINK! Creating A Kick-Ass Indie Comic Convention
Tuesday, 21 March 2017 00:50
We speak with the LaGreca Brothers, Charlie and Jeff, about creating DINK, the Denver Independent Comics Expo!
The 4 Color Rainbow: LGBTQ Representation in Comics Pt. 2
Friday, 03 March 2017 14:02
Part 2 of my interview with Dylan Edwards and Melanie Gillman, discussing some of the adventures and tribuations of being LGBTQ comic book creators!
The 4 Color Rainbow: LGBTQ Representation in Comics Pt. 1
Saturday, 28 January 2017 15:11
PART ONE: LGBTQ comics creators Melanie Gillman (Steven Universe, Care Bears & As The Crow Flies) and Dylan Edwards (Politically InQueerect & Transposes)
Superman With A Permanent Tan: Ethnic Diversity In Comics
Monday, 09 January 2017 15:08
Recorded the day after the Presidential election, comics creators Kristina BadHand and Gerhard Kaaihue discuss the importance of diversity in comics, both on and off the page.
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Tales From Europe (Bonus ep)- NSFW Story (Prague) & Hijinks (Budapest)
Sunday, 11 December 2016 14:13
A few of the other adventures I had while I was in Europe, feat. Justine McKinney
MF'er In Berlin: Modern Graphics Comics Shop
Saturday, 03 December 2016 20:20
Recorded in Berlin: Michael Wiessler, owner of Modern Graphics, one of the most popular comic book stores in Berlin, talks with us.
Remember The Children! Comics for Kids
Thursday, 17 November 2016 21:48
Comics creators Patricia Krmpotich and Andrew Mark discuss how they make comics that entertain, educate and engage children.
Mf'er In England- Melksham Comic Con
Thursday, 03 November 2016 16:47
British comics geeks meet MotherF**ker In A Cape! During his travels through Europe, R. Alan Brooks attended Melksham Comic Con in England!
A Lawyer & A Publisher Walk into a Bar: Your 1st Publishing Contract! What To Do?!?
Monday, 17 October 2016 17:10
A lawyer and a publisher discuss comics, contracts with publishing companies, what you should ask for and expect, and all manner of geeky shit!
White Guys Who Hate The Man
Friday, 14 October 2016 14:12
Comic book creators Jake Fairly (This Is Heavy Metal) and Kevin Caron (Badger, Casting Bones) talk with R. Alan Brooks and Jordan Froehlich about how they got into comics, how they feel (as white men) about the recent emphasis on diversity in comics, and what they do to participate in it. Don’t tell anyone, but they also briefly discuss their agenda to take down The Man!
Batgirl in a Wheel Chair: Geeks With Disabilities
Thursday, 14 July 2016 21:15
Shanna Katz Kattari (a board certified sexologist and sci-fi/fantasy geek) and Annie Rix, a poet and comic book/sci-fi geek, discuss how having disabilities affects their experiences at comic conventions, representation of disabled comic book characters in geek media and what it means to them that Batgirl is no longer disabled. Plus, what it means to “use up all your spoons”.
Too Sexy For Your Dickery: Courtesy To Cosplayers
Thursday, 11 August 2016 17:31
Cosplayers Michelle Berra, Justine McKinney and Tara Piehl discuss their passion for their craft, what's it's like to be harrassed by inappropriate fans, and what initially got them into cosplay.
Black Girl Magic
Thursday, 14 July 2016 21:19
Junae Benne, owner of The Gaming Dojo and Mackenzi Bell-Nugent, video game addict and professional dancer/choreographer, discuss how they got into video games and geek culture, and how those worlds treat them as Black women. Also, video game characters with realistic Black hair: where they at?
Sex Work and Comic Books!
Thursday, 14 July 2016 18:57
Sex worker and comic-book creator, D. Sala, shares how she got into both sex work and comics, what she enjoys about both and how one influences the other. She and R. Alan Brooks also discuss a fine piece of cinema called “Zombie Strippers”.
Women Inside! Female Creators: On and Off the Page
Thursday, 14 July 2016 17:51
Artists Morgan Beem and Cachet Whitman discuss being female comic book creators; from what initially made them like comic books to how they became artists themselves. Plus, tips on how not to be the “creepy guy” fan.
Your Web-Comic: Make It Win!
Wednesday, 08 June 2016 20:30
The 1st Mutiny Comics podcast recording! We spoke with Melanie Gillman and Jay Potts, who shared how they built their successful webcomics!
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Star Trek Cats: The Journey of Jenny Parks!
Jenny Parks, illustrator & creator of the famous and funny Star Trek Cats books, talks about how she got started in art!Written on Wednesday, 19 February 2020 23:02 Read more...
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Music, Layouts & Ink - A Graphic Novel Comes to Life!
In this episode, I briefly interview 3 people creating art for Anguish Garden: Carl Carrell, Kevin Caron, & Dailen Ogden.Written on Wednesday, 05 February 2020 16:30 Read more...
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White Guys Who Hate The Man!
Another classic 2016 episode, with my guests, Kevin Caron & Jake Fairly. They talk about how they got into comics, why diverse viewpoints in comics are vital, and how they approach making their own comics!Written on Saturday, 01 February 2020 00:38 Read more...
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Horror & Education - Jan C.J. Jones
Jan C. J. Jones, the author of "A Journey With Strange Bedfellows", discusses how her graphic novel began as an audio drama.Written on Thursday, 23 January 2020 15:01 Read more...
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The Making of A Comic Book - Anguish Garden
How's a comic book made, from start to finish? I interview the artists who are working with me on my new graphic novel, Anguish Garden.Written on Thursday, 16 January 2020 16:25 Read more...
