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PODCAST 13: BURLAP TO CASHMERE + RON SCALZO

Episode 113 [ 1:15:51 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

In Episode 13 of the TRIP CITY podcast, guest host Ron Scalzo talks with Brooklyn-based band Burlap To Cashmere, where such topics discussed include the band’s history, the advantages and disadvantages of being independent artists, and more. Also, we present three of the band’s original tracks from their self-titled sophomore album. [Ron Scalzo interviews [...]

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Episode 12: Harvey Pekar Tribute + Josh Frankel

Episode 12: Harvey Pekar Tribute + Josh Frankel [ 1:41:48 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

In episode 12 of the TRIP CITY podcast, we present a recording of the “Harvey Pekar Tribute” from last year’s Miami Book Fair, featuring Harvey Pekar’s wife, Joyce Brabner, Cleveland artist, Joseph Remnant, The Pekar Project & Cleveland editor, Jeff Newelt, and The Quitter & American Splendor artist, Dean Haspiel. Plus, an interview with [...]

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Podcast 11: Scott Ogden + Peter Snejbjerg + Palle Schmidt

Episode 11: Scott Ogden + Peter Snejbjerg + Palle Schmidt [ 1:45:07 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

In this episode of the TRIP CITY podcast, Chris Miskiewicz interviews Danish writer and graphic novelist, Palle Schmidt, about his work in comics and fascination with noir. Followed by Palle and Danish artist, Peter Snejbjerg [of Starman and DC/Vertigo Comics fame], having an in depth discussion about the current Danish comics market. Also, Jef [...]

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Episode 10: Becky Cloonan + Larry O’Neil

Episode 10: Becky Cloonan + Larry O'Neil [ 1:49:25 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Seth Kushner interviews cartoonist, Becky Cloonan, about her new work on Conan The Barbarian for Dark Horse Comics, her self-published mini-comic Wolves, collaborating with writer, Brian Wood, and more! Pals since high school, Dean Haspiel sits down with writer/filmmaker, Larry O’Neil, and they talk about their early rebellions, their passion for comic books and [...]

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Episode 9: Halley Feiffer + Chiller Theater Interviews

Episode 9: Halley Feiffer + Chiller Theater Interviews [ 1:40:29 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Dean Haspiel has a candid conversation with actress/playwright/filmmaker, Halley Feiffer, the daughter of famous satirist/playwright/cartoonist, Jules Feiffer, and writer/actress/comedian, Jenny Allen, and they discuss Halley’s career, the differences between theater and film, and what it means to let your kitchen faucet drip. And, check out Halley’s brilliant short play, Thank You So Much For [...]

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Episode 8: Jonathan Vankin + Kirsten Holly Smith

Episode 8: Jonathan Vankin & Kirsten Holly Smith [ 1:14:09 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

In TRIP CITY podcast #8, Dean Haspiel conducts an interview with author, Jonathan Vankin, and they discuss his years as a journalist and writer, his time shepherding literary graphic novels as a senior editor at Vertigo/DC Comics, his thoughts behind conspiracy theories and whether or not man truly walked on the moon, and [...]

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Episode 7: James Haspiel & Bob Fingerman

Episode 7: James Haspiel & Bob Fingerman [ 1:01:13 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

In this episode of the TRIP CITY podcast, Dean Haspiel interviewed his father/author/archivist, James Haspiel, during Thanksgiving last year, and they talk about James’ friend, the late, great Marilyn Monroe. They contrast MM’s impact on society 50-years after her death and James tells a moving story about a 12-year old Wisconsin boy. Also, Seth [...]

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Episode 6 – Jonathan Lethem & Joe Infurnari

Episode 6: Jonathan Lethem & Joe Infurnari [ 1:20:13 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

This week at TRIP CITY, Jef UK interviews author, Jonathan Lethem, about his new book collection, The Ecstasy of Influence: Nonfictions, Etc., and previous works. We also interview cartoonist, Joe Infurnari, about his new graphic novel, MUSH! Sled Dogs With Issues! [in collaboration with The Colbert Report writer, Glenn Eichler], and discuss his process [...]

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Episode 5 – Dan Goldman

Episode Five: Dan Goldman [ 1:52:19 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

TRIP CITY Podcast #5 highlights Dean Haspiel’s couch interview with cartoonist, Dan Goldman, from October, where they discussed Dan’s comics career, his process, the digital revolution, and the future. This holiday special was broadcast “live” from the Trip City Xmas Party at the top of Hang Dai Studios. The party features “Christmas Murderer” by [...]

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Episode 4: Miranda July – Sandra Beasley – Krista Dragomer

Episode 4: Miranda July [ 59:26 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

TRIP CITY Podcast #4 highlights Krista Dragomer‘s interview with Miranda July at Hang Dai Studios from November, where they talked about her new non-fiction book, It Chooses You (McSweeney’s, 2011). Krista and Miranda also discuss art fears, feminist art-makers, and dirty limericks. Other topics discussed: Miranda’s most recent film is The Future (2011), which [...]

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Episode 3: Ben Katchor + Jen Ferguson

Episode 3: Ben Katchor [ 1:37:16 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

TRIP CITY Podcast #3 highlights Dean Haspiel’s interview with artist Jen Ferguson, Ron Scalzo’s new “Ronnie’s Story,” Dean Haspiel and Jen Ferguson’s interview with cartoonist Ben Katchor, and the Americans UK single, “Inappropriate Words To Your Mother” off of the album Luxuria by Americans UK. Brooklyn artist, Jen Ferguson, and cartoonist, Dean Haspiel, interviewed [...]

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Episode 2: Henry Rollins

Episode 2: Henry Rollins [ 1:23:17 ] Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

TRIP CITY Podcast #2 highlights Seth Kushner’s interview with filmmaker Amy Finkel, Ron Scalzo’s new “Ronnie’s Story,” Amy Finkel and Dean Haspiel’s exclusive interview with musician/actor/author Henry Rollins, and the Americans UK single, “Jobs: We Don’t Have Them,” off their album, Rocktronic. Documentary filmmaker Amy Finkel (FUREVER) and cartoonist, Dean Haspiel, conducted an exclusive [...]

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