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The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast

The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast

Comic Book Legal Defense Fund

The CBLDF presents interviews and conversations about Comic Books, Graphic Novels, Content, Censorship, the First Amendment, and More.
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Join the CBLDF Staff for a quick preview of everything happening at COMIC CON INTERNATIONAL 2015, in San Diego, from July 8th to July 12th!
IDW Editor Sarah Gaydos also joins us to discuss a Very Special Variant Cover!
More information can be found at cbldf.org!
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The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast - CBLDF Podcast Episode 27: RON TURNER of LAST GASP

CBLDF Podcast Episode 27: RON TURNER of LAST GASP

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05/30/18 • 80 min

In this episode, we speak with legendary publisher RON TURNER, starting with his early days as an activist, through the creation of foundational 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 R. 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 member support.

More information can be found at cbldf.org

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The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast - CBLDF Podcast Episode 26: SINA GRACE

CBLDF Podcast Episode 26: SINA GRACE

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01/03/18 • 49 min

In this episode, we speak with cartoonist.writer/editor SINA GRACE about his career and current work, including NOTHING LASTS FOREVER from Image Comics, and Marvel Comics' ICEMAN.

We 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, made possible in part with a donation from The Gaiman Foundation, and member support.

More information can be found at cbldf.org

NOTE: This episode contains language you will not hear on a prime-time network sitcom, and frank discussions of sex and sexuality.

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The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast - CBLDF Podcast Episode 25: R SIKORYAK

CBLDF Podcast Episode 25: R SIKORYAK

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12/14/17 • 40 min

In this episode, we speak with cartoonist R SIKORYAK about his latest book, THE UNQUOTABLE TRUMP, from Drawn & Quarterly.

We 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, recontextualizing both in the process.

TOPICS INCLUDE: Hostess Twinkies, X-Ray Specs, Picasso, and RAW.

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 member support.

More information can be found at cbldf.org

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The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast - CBLDF Podcast Episode 22: MATTHEW ROSENBERG

CBLDF Podcast Episode 22: MATTHEW ROSENBERG

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08/08/17 • 43 min

In this episode, we speak with writer MATTHEW ROSENBERG (We Can Never Go Hom, 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank, Rocket Raccoon , Kingpin, 12 Reasons To Die) about his work, and the influence on his career of personal politics and activism. We discuss the early days of BLACK MASK STUDIOS, interacting with an angry audience, and maintaining nuance in politically divisive times.

TOPICS INCLUDE: Raymond Chandler, OCCUPY COMICS, The NY Mets

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 member support.

More information can be found at cbldf.org

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The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast - CBLDF Podcast Episode 21: SARAH GLIDDEN

CBLDF Podcast Episode 21: SARAH GLIDDEN

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07/11/17 • 34 min

In this episode, we speak with cartoonist and journalist SARAH GLIDDEN (ROLLING BLACKOUTS, HOW TO UNDERSTAND ISRAEL IN 60 DAYS OR LESS) about her work, and the evolution thereof. We discuss the process of becoming a journalist, and the role and responsibilities of reporters in the world.

TOPICS INCLUDE: Birthright Trips, German Book Reviewers, Art School, Activism, Jill Stein

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 member support.

More information can be found at cbldf.org

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The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast - CBLDF Podcast Episode 19: GILBERT HERNANDEZ

CBLDF Podcast Episode 19: GILBERT HERNANDEZ

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05/24/17 • 35 min

In this episode, we speak 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 INCLUDE: HEAVY METAL, Steve Ditko, Katy Perry, Grindhouse cinema, CLASSICS ILLUSTRATED

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 member support.

More information can be found at cbldf.org

ADDENDUM: Two corrections. Mr. Hernandez would like to clarify that Ditko wasn't offered $200 a page at Charlton, but $20 a page to do whatever he wanted. He also mistated Katy Perry, rather than Brittany Spears.

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The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast - CBLDF Podcast Episode 18: KATIE SKELLY on Crepax, Manara, and more!
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04/26/17 • 36 min

In this episode, we speak with cartoonist and writer KATIE SKELLY (NURSE NURSE, OPERATION MARGARINE, MY PRETTY VAMPIRE) about two classic European comic creators; Guido Crepax and Milo Manara. Katie discusses the craft, context, and legacy of these two masters of erotica (and more).

TOPICS INCLUDE: Jeff Koons, Fellini, Frank King, Bondage

(Full disclosure, explicit content discussed at length.)

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 member support.

More information can be found at cbldf.org

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In this episode, we are LIVE from Charm City! CBLDF Deputy Director Alex Cox talks with Vivek Tiwary (THE FIFTH BEATLE), Ron Marz (WITCHBLADE, GREEN LANTERN, SILVER SURFER), and Dirk Wood (IDW PUBLISHING) in a thrilling conversation!

TOPICS: KISS, Mutant Turtles who are Teenage Ninjas, Diversity and Representation, Comic Book Rockstars, Marriage Equality, PINK FLOYD, and a STAR WARS ring-tone!

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 member support.

More information can be found at cbldf.org

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The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast - CBLDF Podcast Ep. 1: Fred Van Lente and the Birth of the Comics Code
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03/09/14 • 0 min

Author Fred Van Lente (Action Philosophers, Conan, Amazing Spider-Man, Archer & Armstrong) discusses Fredric Wertham, Juvenile Delinquency, and the birth of the Comics Code Authority.
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 member support.
More information can be found at cbldf.org
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How many episodes does The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast have?

The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast currently has 30 episodes available.

What topics does The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast cover?

The podcast is about Visual Arts, Podcasts and Arts.

What is the most popular episode on The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast?

The episode title 'CBLDF Podcast Episode 27: RON TURNER of LAST GASP' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast?

The average episode length on The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast is 43 minutes.

How often are episodes of The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast released?

Episodes of The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast are typically released every 36 days, 15 hours.

When was the first episode of The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast?

The first episode of The Comic Book Legal Defense Fund Podcast was released on Mar 9, 2014.

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