Inspired Ink - The Comix Wellspring Podcast
by Comix Wellspring
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About this podcast
Looking for inspiration in the world of indie comics? You've found it!
"Inspired Ink" by Comix Wellspring is your passport to the vibrant universe of indie comic creators. In each episode, Brandon Bloxdorf dives deep into captivating interviews with talented creators, unraveling their artistic journeys, and exploring what fuels their passion.
Whether you’re an aspiring creator, a fellow artist, or simply someone who appreciates the creative spirit, “Inspired Ink” is designed to uplift, motivate, and offer valuable insights. So join us as we explore the artistry and humanity behind indie comics.
Episodes
The newest 20 of 100 episodes
- How Lesser Known Comics Built an Indie Comics Movement | Inspired Ink #100 · 1 h 12 min · Episode 99For the 100th episode of *Inspired Ink*, we welcome back the very first guest of the show — Mark Bernal, founder of **Lesser Known Comics**. Mark has spent years building a…
- The Truth About Indie Publishing in 2026 (What Creators Need to Know) - Inspired Ink #99 · 1 h 4 min · Episode 98We have a NEW Segment with Brandon Bloxdorf and Max Flowers talking about the State of Indie Publishing! This first episode will have us go over things we want to address and…
- Inspired Ink #98 - Anthony Iannaccio & Evan Maguire a 4/20 Special! · 1 h 13 min · Episode 97We have Anthony Iannaccio & Evan Maguire joining us for a very special 4/20 episode on what it's like to release adult or cannabis comics! Anthony is a Bronx-born-and-raised…
- Spilled Ink #97 - Long Box Punk & Punk Rock Kris - Collaboration, AI, AFI, & Tom Delonge · 1 h 9 min · Episode 96We have a very special night as we bring the punks on stage for a duo interview talking about their rise in the indie community and from podcasting to publishing! Kickstarter…
- Inspired Ink #95 - Adam Lemnah & Manny Gomez - On Creating Epics · 1 h 20 min · Episode 95We have a great show this week with returning guest Adam Lemnah and collaborator Manny Gomez! We'll talk about Relic Hunter #2, collaborative processes, 80s inspirations and…
- Inspired Ink #-94 Jesse Lonergan on Paneling & Storytelling · 1 h 2 min · Episode 94This week we have legendary creator Jesse Lonergan! A favorite customer here at CWS with his books Panda Express Service and Hedra! We'll be diving into his history, how he sets…
- Inspired Ink #93 - Brian McDonald - Storytelling & Craft · 1 h 14 min · Episode 93We have the extraordinary master of storytelling on to talk about the craft of writing, comics, the golden theme and so much more! Brian McDonald Bio: Brian McDonald is an…
- Inspired Ink #92 - Kelly Kienzle The Alchemy Workbook · 56 min · Episode 92We have Kelly Kienzle leadership coach who has taken an interesting dive into the print realm with her book THE ALCHEMY WORKBOOK! Helping creators find a way to ignite or…
- Inspired Ink #91 - Cynation Comics · 1 h 3 min · Episode 91We have the creative group Cynation Comics joining us today! A musical and comic book creating power house! Come for one of the most fascinating conversations of the year!…
- Inspired Ink #90 - Alex Segura · 45 min · Episode 90We have the astonishing Alex Segura joining us this week! We'll be talking about crafting characters, writing comics to novels, his independent work, and so much more!…
- Inspired Ink #89 - Kasra Ghanbari ON Comic Art Fans, OAX, Kirby Awards & IC3 · 1 h 7 min · Episode 89Kasra Ghanbari is the CEO of Collectors Network Holdings, PBC, a Public Benefit Corporation that owns ComicArtFans.com, as well as the Original Art Expo (OAX), Jack & Roz Kirby…
- Inspired Ink #88 Anthony Marques of The Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art · 58 min · Episode 88Inspired Ink is back this week with another amazing and legendary guest... ANTHONY MARQUES President of The Kubert School of Cartoon and Graphic Art! We'll be diving into…
- Inspired Ink #87 Sarah Cooke · 1 h 1 min · Episode 87This week we have our first returning guest SARAH COOKE! Sara has been insanely active in the comic community creating her own series, an anthology series, working with the Zelda…
- Inspired Ink #86 - Mary Bellamy · 1 h 3 min · Episode 86Welcome back to Inspired Ink! We have another amazing interview with Mary Bellamy, a creator who has so much amazing experience we hope to talk about everything we can! Mary…
- Inspired Ink #85 - Atom Freeman of PRANA: Direct Market Solutions · 1 h 6 minWe have special guest Atom Freeman of PRANA: Direct Market Solutions! Atom Freeman is a leading Direct Market strategist and the founder of Prana: Direct Market Solutions, where…
- Inspired Ink #84 Dan Hills CEO of Comix Wellspring on POD, the Future of CWS & More! · 45 min · Episode 84We have our CEO joining us today to talk about Comix Wellspring's direction with our upcoming Print on Demand service, what led us here, how we'll ensure this will be successful…
- Inspired Ink #83 - Joel Rodriguez of Metal Ninja Studios · 1 h 1 min · Episode 83Joel Rodriguez is the CEO of Metal Ninja Studios, home of Concept to Comic™, the done-for-you system that transforms novels and ideas into professional comics. Through Concept to…
- Inspired Ink #82 - Mark Bell of Plague Doctor Press on Writing LGBTQ Stories & More! · 1 h 3 min · Episode 82This week on Inspired Ink we have Mark Bell of Plague Doctor Press! Mark Bell is a comic creator focused on telling diversity-positive stories. As a truly indie storyteller, he's…
- Inspired Ink #81 - Lance Lucero - Staying True To The Craft & Advice on Networking · 1 h 3 min · Episode 81This week on Inspired ink we have Lance Lucero an independent, award winning filmmaker who shoots with real film and is also a independent comic book creator. We'll be talking…
- Inspired Ink #80 - Jonathan Hedrick - Crowdfunding Tips & Creating Strong Routines · 1 h 3 min · Episode 80We have creator Jonathan Hedrick on the show this week! We'll be talking about finding success in crowdfunding, substack, marketing to an audience overseas, and so much more!…
