Direct Edition
A Podcast About Nothing... and Everything Dave from West Coast Davengers discusses all things comics, pop culture, movies, music, collecting with a nice dose of everyday life. Mix that up with some great interviews and you've got Direct Edition!
Episodes
Artist and illustrator Jonathan Wayshak joins Dave to talk about his upcoming Cul-de-sac comic book with Bad Idea, his recent work for Heavy Metal, and signing at the Todd McFarlane Spawn booth at SDCC.
Wayshak reveals the materials and methods behind his creative process, explains why a strong script in comics makes all the difference. Plus: vampires, David Lynch, and Billy Joel!
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Daniel Warren Johnson, Greatness is Par for the CourseEisner Award-winning comic book artist and writer Daniel Warren Johnson returns to discuss the making of The Art of Daniel Warren Johnson, his new, Kickstarter-funded, career-spanning monograph. He talks to Dave about his latest projects - Absolute Batman Annual, his creator owned Sci-Fi project, and covers for Deadpool and the DC KO Tournament - and the two discuss gratitude, t...
Stand Up! Records founder and Grammy-winning producer Dan Schlissel joins Dave for a wide-ranging conversation about comedy, music, and maintaining integrity. They discuss Dan’s family roots, his early fascination with American junk culture, Chick Tracts, punk record label (ISIM & ISIMIST), and the formative impact of seeing George Carlin at 17.
Dan shares how he helped launch Slipknot’s career, his collaborations with Lewis Bl...
'The Bear' has Dave wondering about the true cost of being so busy all the time. Has corporate exploitation robbed us of our free time? Dave talks business sense, Ticketmaster monopoly, the scam of streaming services, Turnstile, and draws parallels between the decline of comic books and vinyl records.
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Dave is back from Heroes-Con, feeling fitter, happier and more productive. He shares his theory of small batch travel, finding authentic experiences beyond the beaten path and supporting local business. Dave talks Carolina BBQ, learning to love Radiohead, eating under the influence, Mission District Tacos, and the revolutionary act of introducing new people to new things.
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...Chip Zdarsky returns to the podcast to talk about writing Marvel’s new Captain America series, and to try and make sense of how Zdarsky Comic News (ZCN) landed a 2025 Eisner Award nomination. The two talk manga, Japan, the current state of the comics industry, Tom Waits, and Zdarsky’s surprising new best friend, Pedro Pascal.
Check Out Chip's Substack - https://zdarsky.substack.com/
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Part 2 of Dave’s conversation with comic book legend Stan Sakai. The two discuss Stan’s early fanzine contributions, his writing process, collaborating with Peach Momoko, the long-lasting importance of friendship, and Usagi Yojimbo’s infinite future.
Watch part one here - https://youtu.be/BRDaMetpSZk?si=Xco317r-Vlry1Q_I
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For the Season 4 premiere, Dave welcomes artist and animator Alice Darrow to the podcast.
They discuss Alice’s debut comic release Tramps of the Apocalypse , her unexpected influences and unique process for creating a bold, vivid and satirical work. They talk political chaos, untangling conventional narratives, and the constant work of fending off gratuitous cruelty.
Tramps Of The Apocalypse 1 is out on 6/25 from Dark Horse Comics!
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SEASON FINALE -
New Orleans-born, Bay Area-raised artist Dave Correia joins the podcast for the season three finale to discuss artistic camaraderie, influences, and the drive, ambition, and execution needed for an independent creative life.
The Daves discuss comic convention culture, Jaws, John Carpenter, Bernie Wrightson, The Last of Us, Zero Friends, Alex Pardee, color, cosmic horror, overcoming creative blocks, and the ultimate i...
Liam Finn has spent his entire life surrounded by music. He is a multi-instrumentalist, composer, singer, and member of the New Zealand band Crowded House. Liam’s father, Neil Finn, is a founding member of Crowded House, who Liam now tours and records with.
In this episode Dave talks with Liam about the power of music, not paying billionaires, performing live, opening for Eddie Vedder, his first band Betchadupa and growing up on t...
Artist, creative director, writer, and illustrator Rob Sheridan joins Dave to discuss his creative process and work designing groundbreaking stage visuals for Nine Inch Nails and Pearl Jam. They talk about the impact of technology on creativity and what it means for the future of digital media, Sheridan’s comic High Level (DC/Vertigo), album art, bonding with Trent Reznor, Quake, Glitch Goods, and the enduring legacy of the dancing...
In this episode, Dave takes a look at the church of Star Wars. He talks about the lasting impact of George Lucas’ visionary work, prequel love, and his distain for the misguided fans intent on bringing the whole galaxy down.
He looks back at the material that spawned the ‘90s resurgence and how the success of Andor, Asoka and The Mandalorian signal a bright future for the franchise.
Plus, an overabundance of love for our favorite Gu...
Dave shares stories of NHL mischief at Madison Square Garden, corporate exploitation, and the long con that may have single handedly devalued an entire segment of the collectables world. Also Sinners, the promise of Ryan Coogler and a quick rundown of what Dave is currently reading, watching and listening to.
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Comic Book Publisher, Collector, entrepreneur and comic fan Dinesh Shamdasani joins Dave for a wide ranging and candid conversation. From his time growing up in Hong Kong to his film studies at USC and breaking into Hollywood to Comics publishing, Dinesh has stories to tell.
They discuss all things Bad Idea, Planet Death, C2E2, Valiant Comics, original art, community, action movies and Wizard Magazine.
Plus, a guest appearance from ...
Dave tells the harrowing story of his time working for the United States Post Office during the COVID-19 pandemic. He looks back on how the tyrannical management, torrential weather and relentless schedule led to chronic physical injury and, ultimately, starting his own business. Special shoutout to Sherman the Dog, Superman, and the special place in hell reserved for Amazon packages.
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Musician (Antarctigo Vespucci & Fake Problems), artist and kindred spirit Chris Farren joins Dave for a conversation about creativity, collaboration, songwriting and Billy Joel.
He shares the story on how he met long-time friend and collaborator, Jeff Rosenstock.
Chris talks about his early touring days, influences, Korn, Florida, Mall Music, Batman, podcasting, becoming internet famous and staying out of his own way.
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52 episodes in and ahead of a much needed 2 week break, Dave reflects on 11 years of sobriety. He talks about his pivotal move from New York to the West Coast, avoiding the plight of idle hands, clean(er) living, and cutting ties.
Also, few thoughts quick thoughts on Jon Bolerjack Stan Lee Documentary Kickstarter - ‘nuff said.
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A long drive to Emerald City Comic Con has Dave thinking back on his time as an autograph hunter, meeting Peter Jackson, eating Clive Davis’ donuts, and the good fortune that led to time spent with Eddie Vedder and Mike McCready of Pearl Jam from Montreal to New York!
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Award winning artist Sanford Greene joins Dave for a conversation about comics, culture, community and music. They discuss the restless state of the world, battling nonsense with legitimacy, Michael Golden, early anime, the power of Public Enemy, and 90s comic art. Greene talks about his teaching role, his hip-hop variant covers, upcoming Doom treasury and the return of Bitter Root.
Episode 49
Comic artist and Inkpulp founder Shawn Crystal joins Dave for a conversation about humor, leadership, craft and coffee. The two recap last year’s Original Art Expo (OAX), share perspectives on collecting and selling artwork, and discuss the proliferation of digital processes in today’s art world.
Also, skate graphics, Cezanne, the wizardry of Bill Sienkiewicz and a peek into Shawn’s upcoming art book and kickstarter.
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