Feb 16 2024 84 mins
Join us as Alterna Comics Peter Semiti asks: Can the Comic Book Industry Be Saved!?🚀📚 In this episode of CultureScape host Peter Pischke interviews Comics Master and owner of Alterna Comics Peter Semeti about the history of the rise, fall, and potential rebirth of the comic book industry. 💥✨ Learn about how Peter got into becoming a comic book artist and the founding of Alterna Comics and its unique role in the comic book industry. Why did Alterna start using news-print, why did they join and then leave Diamond Comic Book Distributors? What is King Cryptid all about?🎨🏢 Then follow as Semiti breaks down how the comic book industry fell apart and why he thinks independent comics and even comic books by YouTubers like Eric July and Ethan Van Sciver could potentially be the future of comics. Lastly Peter and Pete debate Cryptids and why the Jackalope is truly the most mighty Cryptid of them all!🧙♂️📖 Key Insights & Highlights: Discover Semeti’s personal journey, weaving through artistry and entrepreneurship in the dynamic world of comics. Uncover hidden gems of history, iconic characters, legendary series, and untold stories that have shaped generations. Witness a candid discussion on challenges faced by artists and publishers amidst digital revolutions and changing consumer trends. 💻🌐 Exclusive Features: Get an insider’s perspective on Alterna Comics’ innovative approaches to storytelling and unique artistic expressions. 📒✏️ Explore actionable insights for aspiring artists based on Mr Beast’s golden advice for content creators! 🎥💡 👇👇 Semeti's Social Media: Twitter: https://twitter.com/petersimeti Website: https://www.alternacomics.com/kingcryptid Our Social Media: CultureScape Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/4tYyrhAZLbSn4AOAG4nQr1 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HappyWarriorP --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Produced with the assistance of Baen Books Publishing & Young Voices. Music by FAAS Sounds, ICE - by Obe1 Cannoli Song: Best Time https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pFB6-... Art by Peter Pischke; help from the helpful YOUTUBE crew. Video Editing by Chris Holowicki t: https://t.co/QUmAfUohFQ Interviews were scheduled with the help of Sean Korsgaard. #comicbooks #comics #comicsgate Share your thoughts, favorite comic moments, or questions for Peter Semeti in the comments below!
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