Beyond the IVWall of Writing

Beyond the IVWall of Writing

Beyond the IVWall of Writing is a podcast in which John Robinson IV interviews writers from all different mediums and genres and share their craft with the community. Here we smash walls, destroy writer's block and harness the true power of storytelling.

Episodes

Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 36- Writing a Debut Comic, Jimi Hendrix : Purple Haze with DJ Benhameen

March 9, 2024 • 98 mins
On this Episode Comic Writer and Music Mastermind DJ Benhameen and John Robinson IV discuss his debut Graphic Novel Jimi Hendrix: Purple Haze and writing fantasy into history.
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 35- The State of the Comic Industry with Joe Illidge

January 31, 2024 • 93 mins
On this Episode Comic Legend Joe Illidge and John Robinson IV discuss Noir writing story, the power of short stories and the state of the comic book industry.
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 34- Writing Your Truth with Devin Grayson

January 1, 2024 • 92 mins
On this Episode Comic writer Devin Grayson and John Robinson IV discuss The importance of telling your personal truths in your storytelling.
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 33- Hard Truths about the Comics Industry with Fabrice Sapolsky

November 1, 2023 • 101 mins
On this Episode owner of Fairsquare Comics, writer and artist Fabrice Sapolsky and John Robinson IV discuss the hardships and passions that come with working in the comic industry.
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 32- Time and Writing with Antony Johnston

September 8, 2023 • 84 mins
On this Episode multifaceted writer Antony Johnston and John Robinson IV discuss Time Management in writing as well as how to efficiently write across different genres and mediums.
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 31- Writing an Ensemble with Nicole Glover

August 1, 2023 • 65 mins
On this Episode Novelist Nicole Glover and John Robinson IV discuss writing magic and character ensembles.
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 30- Reimagining Mythology with Kalynn Bayron

July 4, 2023 • 61 mins
On this Episode Novelest Kalynn Bayron and John Robinson IV discuss alternate history and creating new legacies.
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 29- Legacy and Culture with Fonda Lee

April 9, 2023 • 48 mins
On this Episode speculative fantasy and sci-fi novelist Fonda Lee and John Robinson IV discuss Legacy and Culture in Writing. Topics Discussed: - Show not tell, or...? - Making your world feel "lived in" - Employing Culture to Enhance storytelling. Enjoy!!
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 28- Back At It With Malissa White

January 15, 2023 • 69 mins
On this Episode Comic Writer and Editor Malissa White and John Robinson IV bring back the IVWall Writing Podcast after a lengthy Hiatus! We are glad to be back!
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 27- Writing Alternate History with David Crownson

April 1, 2022 • 66 mins
On this Episode Harriet Tubman Demon Slayer creator David Crownson and I discuss how to write a great alternate history story. Topics Discussed: Diversity Alternate History Writing the Story You Want to See   Enjoy!!
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 26- Gathering Writing Tools with Claudia Gray

March 15, 2022 • 78 mins
On this Episode comic novelist Claudia Gray and I discuss the tools that you gather on your journey as  writer and why it is important to gather those tools. .   Topics Discussed: Character Relationships Romance in Writing
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing: Episode 25- Writing with Discipline with Kelly Sue DeConnick

February 28, 2022 • 72 mins
On this episode, comic writer Kelly Sue Deconnick and I discuss writing with discipline and the importance of having the courage to write what you feel is true.
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing: Episode 24- Quickfire with Peter David, Marv Wolfman and Kyle Starks

February 1, 2022 • 51 mins
On this Episode I bring back some old interviews from 2019 featuring Peter David, Marv Wolfman, and Kyle Starks. Please excuse quality as these were conducted on site at DragonCon, in person. Do enjoy.
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing: Episode 23- Across Mediums with Cavan Scott

January 1, 2022 • 92 mins
On this Episode comic writer and novelist, Cavan Scott and I discuss writing between the mediums in terms of what is constant and different from books to comics. These include: 
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing: Episode 22- Chatting with Alex Segura

November 1, 2021 • 59 mins
On this Episode comic writer and novelist, Alex Segura and I discuss writing from several angles. These include:
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing: Episode 21- Self Care, Legacy, and Culture with Daniel Jose Older

August 1, 2021 • 62 mins
On this Episode comic writer and novelist, Daniel Jose Older and I discuss the importance of self care while pursuing ones writing career as well as how to create legacy in one's storytelling among many other things. Lots of good tidbits in this one. Enjoy!
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing: Episode 20- Writing with Authority with Charles Soule

June 7, 2021 • 65 mins
On this Episode Charles Soule and I discuss the importance of writing with authority. Enjoy!
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing: Episode 19- Writing Structure with Kieron Gillen

March 29, 2021 • 76 mins
On this Episode Kieron Gillen and I discuss the effect having a solid structure in storytelling has on your writing. Enjoy!
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing: Episode 18- A Writing Chat with Justina Ireland

February 5, 2021 • 91 mins
In this episode of Beyond the IVWall of Writing I have a discussion with Justina Ireland, author of Dread Nation, Deathless Divide and books from Star Wars: The High Republic
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Beyond the IVWall of Writing Episode 17- A Chat with Chuck Brown

December 21, 2020 • 30 mins
On this Episode of the Beyond the IVWall of Writing, Bitter Root writer, Chuck Brown and I get into some talk about writing and some of his works.
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