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MORE TO COME Publishers Weekly Podcast Interview with CBLDF’s Jeff Trexler!

Recently, Jeff Trexler, Executive Director of the COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND sat down for an interview with Calvin Reid of the Publishers Weekly More to Come podcast. This interview is a great introduction to Jeff Trexler and his work. It touches on his background and his previous involvement in the comics community before delving into what is going on with CBLDF today. Topics discussed in the conversation include, why the position of executive director is interim, diversification, rebuilding trust, and expanding […]

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JUDGMENT DAY ~ Weird Fantasy #18, March-April 1953 #CBLDF

Over at the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund website they recently got permission to share a complete comic book story that was originally published in the 1950’s. It’s a very important landmark story titled, “Judgement Day”. It was originally published in Weird Fantasy #18, March/April 1953. Written by Al Feldstein & illustrated by Joe Orlando. Yeah, those guys! So, this is a really great read. Here’s a LINK please be sure to check it out, the whole story is there […]

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CBLDF Podcast Episode #27 – LAST GASP Publisher Ron Turner

In this episode, the CBLDF Podcast speaks with legendary publisher Ron Turner, starting with his early days as an activist, through the creation of his famous Publishing House: LAST GASP, the heyday of the Underground Comix movement, and a myriad of other topics from an amazing life. TOPICS INCLUDE: Amputation, Activism, Air Pirates, Ecology, and Robert Crumb. The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund’s ongoing education program, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and […]

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COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND Podcast Interview with Cartoonist, Sina Grace #CBLDF

In the latest episode of the CBLDF PODCAST, they spoke with cartoonist, writer/editor SINA GRACE about his career and current work, including NOTHING LASTS FOREVER from Image Comics, and Marvel Comics’ ICEMAN. They discuss his start in the industry, the various roles he has filled over the years, his creative process, and his approach to adult content. TOPICS INCLUDE: LONGSHOT, CHVRCHES, Gentrification, and Jeffrey Brown. The CBLDF Podcast is part of the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund’s ongoing education program, […]

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COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND Podcast Interview with Cartoonist, Robert Sikorak #CBLDF

The COMIC BOOK LEGAL DEFENSE FUND (CBLDF) PODCAST recently spoke with the Cartoonist, Robert Sikorak, about his latest book, “The Unquotable Trump”, from Drawn & Quarterly. They discuss his career, his thoughts on activism, the variety of places he’s been published, and the wide world of literature and comics he has managed to mush together, re-contextualizing both in the process. Topics include: Hostess Twinkies, X-ray specs, Picasso, and RAW! For More Information About CBLDF, Just CLICK HERE! ————————————————————————————————————

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#CBLDF Podcast Episode 19: Cartoonist Gilbert Hernandez!

The CBLDF PODCAST (Episode 19) is embedded down below so you can listen for FREE! As always, please remember to share this on your favorite social media like Facebook, Twitter, etc… In this episode, the CBLDF PODCAST speaks with cartoonist Gilbert Hernandez (Love & Rockets, Blubber) about his career, his work, and his early inspirations. We discuss reactions to his work and controversies therein, and his personal views on mature content in comics and elsewhere. Topics: Heavy Metal, Steve Ditko, Katy Perry, […]

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CBLDF Podcast Episode 17: CHUCK PALAHNIUK – FIGHT CLUB 2 Graphic Novel

In this episode, the CBLDF Podcast speaks with author Chuck Palahniuk (Fight Club, Fight Club 2, Choke), who has just completed adapting Fight Club 2 as a graphic novel with artist Cameron Stewart. Topics: Kolchak the Night Stalker, EC Comics, radiation poisoning, and more! In support of their ongoing education work, the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund is now part of the audio-sphere! A mix of interviews, discussions about current Free Speech events, convention panels recordings, and archival materials, the CBLDF Podcast will […]

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NEIL GAIMAN Bonus Episode INTERVIEW at the CBLDF Podcast!

Here is a very special episode of the CBLDF Podcast uploaded just for you! In this episode, they speak to author and CBLDF Advisory Board Co-Chair (as well as CBLDF Board of Directors Alumnus) Neil Gaiman! Neil is one of the most popular authors working today, a ground-breaking graphic novelist, a humanitarian deeply involved in multiple charitable projects, and winner of the Hugo, Nebula, and Bram Stoker awards, as well as the Newbery and Carnegie medals. He has been a tireless […]

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