This week some of our shipment is missing so we go over some of the missing things in comics. It could be people, stories, or memories that are missing! Plus this week's best comics and our thoughts on The Long Halloween!

This episode we talk with the author of the new fantasy book called Winter’s Haven from E.S. Scrivner. He shares his origin story and roots in comic books and fantasy and how the concept for the book was formed. He shares his thoughts on creativity, the resistance of writing, finding the resources needed to produce the book, creative tips and more.…

This episode was actually more of some thoughts that was on my mind-a mix of creativity, and inspiration. Sharing a little Tuesday insight and creative inspiration for you.SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENTThis audio only episode is available onAVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY, SOUNDCLOUD, APPLE PODCASTSSUPPORT THE SHOWwww.buymeacoffee.com/TheCreativeBrew(New art book)…

Quarter-Bin Podcast #213 Alter Ego #1, First Comics, cover-dated May 1986. "Alter Ego Lives!" by Roy & Dann Thomas, with art by Ron Harris. What happens when Professor Alan revisits a comic from his college days? Will he appreciate the Golden Age nostalgia? And just how difficult is it to summarize a story by Roy Thomas? Listen to the episode and f…

On this episode we are talking about your alter ego and who you represent could help you get to the next level in your creative quest.Black Mamba, Sasha Fierce (Beyonce), The Rock, Adele. These names are synonymous with various attributes, qualities, demeanor, strengths, and resilience. And what you believe to be true has incredible effects on your…

Alan's Eyes & Ears #019 - Movie Countdown III In this new episode 19 of this podcast, Alan begins by covering a bit of feedback from prior episodes, and then counts down the most recent 20 movies that he has watched. Among the films that are discussed in this episode are: all 5 original Planet of the Apes films, The Flash, Lucy, Madame Web, Glass O…

This episode we bring on artist Monica Martin. A self-taught artist, she has built a unique creative life around the lessons, connections and consistency that has allowed her to build a gift card business, license her artwork and teach others the value of art and creativity. She shares her journey from being divorced to starting over and building h…

This week we go through Previews to see what is coming out in December. Plus our favorite recent comic books and our thoughts on Space Mullet!

This episode we bring on artist Randi Nuanes. With her heritage being of the Luiseno Tribe that’s been in Oceanside for thousands of years, she infuses her heritage and emotion into each brush stroke. Recently exhibiting her work at a local gallery with Studio Ace Arts, she plans on showing more work at upcoming exhibits and events. We talk about h…

DOOMSPEAK #54 The Harrowing of Doom, a prose novel by David Annandale, copyright date 2020. What happens when Professor Alan covers a very rare piece of Doom's publication history -- a book containing ONLY WORDS!!!! That's right, NO PICTURES (other than that pretty cool cover) Without the help of comic book art, how does Doom build a supernatural s…

This episode we bring on San Diego based indie comic publisher, Evan Golden. He’s the creator of Lani Comics. He share’s his origin story and why he created Lani Comics. We talk about his creative process, writers block, making a story for you first, creative tips and more. He has an upcoming book signing at Oceanside Comic Stronghold in Nov and wi…

This week we discuss some books that were written and drawn by the same person! Plus this week's best books and our thoughts on Mazebook!

Quarter-Bin Podcast #212 Life with Archie #100, Archie Comics, cover-dated August 1970. What happens when Clinton Robinson joins the Professor to talk about an issue of Life with Archie completely themed around the subject of auto racing? Do they cross the finish line in style? Do they run out of gas? Does the episode completely spin out and crash?…

On this episode we share the story of creator Robert Prasch-a former convict-has radically transformed his life. He believes everyone can create their own personal greatness and his aptly named podcast channel “Creating Greatness” shows how you can do it. We talked about his insights, creative tips and words of wisdom.You can connect with him on IG…

This episode was from a conversation with the owner of Sands Coffee Roasters, a new coffeeshop in Oceanside. As we were chatting he was telling me the story of how his make shift coffee trailer came to be. A labor of love, he showed me all the edges where he put things together, he didn’t say it was perfect, but there was an inner beauty in the imp…

Alan's Eyes & Ears #018 - Anatomy of a Collection, pt 3 In this third episode of this podcast mini-series, Alan continues his attempt to talk about EVERY comic in his collection. Picking up where he left off last time, he talks about Cloak & Dagger, Dazzler, Daredevil, Crisis, Convergence ... and more! What shameful elements of his comic book life …

This week we try something a little different by going through the most recent catalogs and give you an idea of upcoming comic books! Plus this week's best comics and our thoughts on Death in the Family!

On this throwback episode We chat with Beth, Becky, Kevin, and Lila with the Art House Project, an art collective with Art is Here Partnership and Hetzel Art Studios in Cleveland, TN. They share their story of how the Art House project was conceived, what they offer, and some of the artists-like Lila that’s in residency there. They share some of th…

219. Talk with Freedom Jiu JitsuThis episode was a previously recorded talk that I had at Freedom Jiu Jitsu about a month ago. I had done a seminar there then spoke to them about the core concepts of wrestling/jiu jitsu. Having the willingness to learn something new, and apply it in your life either on the mats or off.Annoucements:My good friend Ja…

Quarter-Bin Podcast #211 Dark Spaces: Wildfire #1, IDW, cover-dated July 2022. "Wildfire Part One: The Trap," by Scott Snyder & Hayden Sherman. What happens when Professor Alan starts reading a trade about firefighters, and realizes that he really wants to cover the episode on the Quarter-Bin Podcast? And just how did he acquire this trade paperbac…

This week we changed the order around a little bit. First our favorite recent comic books. Then review of Deadpool Kills the Marvel Universe. Finally our thoughts on Deadpool & Wolverine!

This episode the context of this topic is based from a talk that Coach Timmy Box, the head coach at Palomar College and the US National Beach Wrestling coach gave after a practice, along with some insights from watching the Olympic Games and seeing the array of world-level talent on display for everyone to witness. Many times we find ourselves comp…

Alan's Eyes & Ears #017 - Heroes Con 2024 In this 17th episode of the podcast, Alan is joined (in part) by Em and by Darrin Sutherland to discuss their experiences at the recent Heroes Con in Charlotte, North Carolina. They talk panels, merchandise, food, friends, and free comics! Click on the player below to listen to the episode: Right-click to d…

On this episode we bring on Jarrod Dunn, an entrepreneur and founder of the TAP (Transitional Accountability Program) House, a program working with inmates looking to get themselves in an environment that teaches skills, shelter and resources, allowing them to enter back into society with a better foundation. This program sits close to the chest wi…

Quarter-Bin Podcast #210 Jonny Quest Special #1, Comico, cover-dated September 1988 "Three Trapped Tigers," by Arthur Byron Cover, with art by Richard Howell and Jim Mooney. What happens when Listen to the episode and find out! Click on the player below to listen to the episode: Right-click to download episode directly You may also subscribe to the…

On this episode I share a story from my recent travels on the east coast. I usually have the opportunity to do wrestling clinics while I’m back in my hometown of Cleveland, TN. At the end of the clinic we did some team relays, but the results of it turned into the context of this new episode. It’s not how you start, it’s how you finish. When things…

Alan's Eyes & Ears #016 - The Great Disaster In this 16th episode of Eyes & Ears, Professor Alan covers some feedback before launching into coverage of The Great Disaster, as presented in the Showcase volume of the same name, featuring the Atomic Knights. This is the first of a new sub-series Calm, Cool, & Collected, in which Alan covers trade pape…

This week we talk about some of our most memorable/forgettable comic book stories. Plus this week's best comics and our thoughts on Wolverine: Origin.

Shortbox Reflections #01 Super-Hero Prose (SS #23, from September 2014) Professor Alan and Em convene to reflect on a nearly 10-year-old episode, discussing the state of super-hero prose novels today, before replaying the episode from 2014 where they talked about the same topic. In the replay portion, they talk about non-comic books that feature su…

On this episode we bring on Jarrod Dunn, an entrepreneur and founder of the TAP (Transitional Accountability Program) House, a program working with inmates looking to get themselves in an environment that teaches skills, shelter and resources, allowing them to enter back into society with a better foundation. This program sits close to the chest wi…

This week we discuss some of our favorite comic book dreaming stories. Plus this week's best comics and our thoughts on Green Lantern Volume 1: Back in Action!

Quarter-Bin Podcast #209 Carson of Venus: The Eye of Amtor #1, American Mythology, cover-dated 2020. "The Eye of Amtor, Part One," by Mike Wolfer, with art by Lorenzo Carratu. and "Pellucidar: Dark of the Sun, Part One" by Christopher Paul Carey, with art by Mike Wolfer. What happens when Mike Atchison joins the Professor to talk about some stories…

On this episode we bring on Dr. Eric Chagala, an sought after speaker and award winning principal at VIDA (Vista Innovation Design Academy) where they use design thinking to help students build skillsets and knowledge needed for society. We share his story, why education matters to him, building culture and giving back through a coffee non-profit h…

On this episode we bring on Margaret Chiaro, Margaret Alexis Chiaro was born in York, Pennsylvania. She attained a cum laude BFA from the University of Arizona and received her MFA from the New York Academy of Art. She currently resides in Oceanside, CA and is a working artist and art instructor. Margaret uses figurative painting to invite the view…

This week we discuss some of our favorite comic book based toys. Plus our favorite recent comics and our thoughts on Transformers volume 1!

On this episode we bring on Juliet Rodriguez, a mural artist and painter helping to magnify and promote the arts and culture in Oceanside through the Oceanside Cultural District. We talk about her journey from Sacramento to Oceanside and the challenges with advocating for arts and culture in a state where it’s dwindling. She shares some incredible …

Quarter-Bin Podcast #208 From Beyond the Unknown #18, DC Comics, cover-dated August - September 1972. "Hitch-hiker of Space," by Ed Herron & Howard Sherman. and "The Man in the Mystery Mask!" by Gardner Fox, Carmine Infantino, & Bernard Sachs. and "Who Saved the Earth?" by Gardner Fox & Sid Greene. What happens when Jeremiah Jones-Goldstein joins t…

On this episode we bring on Phoenix Rose on the show. Artist and Animator, also running her animation studio Little Green Bug, she’s amassed a huge social media audience with her stop motion animations, which has led to different commission projects and collaborations. She currently just released a new book called “The Everyday Adventures of Terryn…

Alan's Eyes & Ears #015 - Mystery writer Paul Ryan O'Connor In this fifteenth episode, Alan talks to former comic book writer and newly-published mystery writer, Paul Ryan O'Connor. What inspired him to move into this genre? How many stories of his have been published? And was his first sale REALLY nominated for an award? Listen to the episode ... …

This week we discuss some of our favorite comic book robots! Plus this week's best comics and our review of Junkyard Joe!

On this episode we are talking about your alter ego and who you represent could help you get to the next level in your creative quest.Black Mamba, Sasha Fierce (Beyonce), The Rock, Adele. These names are synonymous with various attributes, qualities, demeanor, strengths, and resilience. And what you believe to be true has incredible effects on your…

Quarter-Bin Podcast #207 Jack Hunter #1, Blackthorne Studios, cover-dated July 1987. The untitled story was written by Bruce Jones, with art by Dell Barras. What happens when a member of the Relatively Geeky Round Table joins the Professor to discuss an obscure spy story from the heart of the 80s independent boom? Listen to the episode and find out…

This week we discuss some of our most memorable comic book wars! Plus this week's best issues and what we thought of Tolkein: Lighting up the Darkness!

DOOMSPEAK Doom #1, Marvel Comics, cover-dated July 2024. "Days of Doom" by Sanford Greene & Jonathan Hickman. What happens when Doom takes over New Comics Wednesday? And what happens when a veteran comics artist takes over the plotting and scripting chores on Doctor Doom's Last Story? Listen to the episode and find out! Click on the player below to…

This episode I bring on a designer, illustrator and teacher with more than 30 years of creative work under his belt. Starting out with the likes of Wildstorm Comics, and Image Comics in their early years, to working on promotional and comic work for Masters of the Universe and other licensed characters, creating his on music and album, and even now…

This episode was inspired from a recent conversation with a fellow creator. Maybe there’s a time you knew you had the gift of creativity, but your problem was having the resources, knowledge, connections, technology, and skills to amplify and unlock what was already in you. So we’ll do this episode like a RPG game. We all start out as base players.…

This week we recap FCBD and some of our favorite parts. Plus our favorite recent books and what we thought of Spider-Man by Tom Taylor!

Quarter-Bin Podcast #206 Free Comic Book Day 2024 It's time to celebrate the official holiday of The Quarter-Bin Podcast! How did Professor Alan do at Free Comic Book Day this year? How many books did he nab -- and what did he think of them? How many stores did he end up visiting? And what "bonus" free issues will he also cover? Listen to the episo…

On this episode we have Jay Montero: A designer, comic book publisher, and athlete. He’s the co-founder of Broken Reality Comics, an indie comic publisher breaking the mold on today’s comics. We talk shop-talking about his comic book series Alpha, the challenges of producing a comic, he shares a little bit of upcoming news in the BRU (Broken Realit…

You have all the gifts and talents you will ever need. Your challenge may be thriving in an environment that’s not set up for you to win. Finding ways of creating the right outer and inner environment for you to be your best creative self.SHARE, SUBSCRIBE, COMMENTThis audio only episode is available onAVAILABLE ON SPOTIFY, SOUNDCLOUD, APPLE PODCAST…