In this conversation, Nathan Luth discusses his journey as a creative, focusing on his anthology project and the selection process for submissions. He shares insights into the challenges of self-publishing, the importance of building an audience, and the balance between creativity and business. The discussion also covers the significance of collaboration in anthologies, creative influences, and lessons learned from previous projects, as well as future goals for his work. Follow the Concrete Arca...
May 16, 2025•53 min
In this conversation, Ryan George interviews author Kaylin Applewhite about her creative journey, the influence of Dungeons & Dragons on her writing, her writing process, and her experiences with Kickstarter campaigns for her books. Kaylin shares insights into her paranormal mystery series, the White Crow series, set in Edwardian New York City, and discusses the importance of research and understanding historical context in her writing. She also provides valuable tips for aspiring writers an...
Apr 11, 2025•43 min
In this conversation, comedian and writer Dece Casillas shares his journey into the world of comics, discussing his lifelong passion for the medium, the challenges of writing and publishing his comic 'Kill Stan', and the importance of maintaining artistic integrity. He reflects on the validation he received from industry professionals, the process of finding the right artist, and the financial aspects of crowdfunding through Kickstarter. Dece also delves into the themes of his comic, including l...
Feb 12, 2025•44 min
In this insightful episode, author Jeff Giles delves into his creative journey, tackling topics such as imposter syndrome, the role of skepticism in storytelling, and the art of crafting multi-dimensional villains. Jeff and Ryan explore the challenges of transitioning from nonfiction to fiction, the complexities of character development, and the difficulty of delivering satisfying endings. They discuss the importance of research in fiction, the balance of genres, and trusting characters to guide...
Dec 05, 2024•1 hr 7 min
In this conversation, Ryan George speaks with Ra'Chaun and Ashes from Lawful Evil Comics about their experiences with crowdfunding for their comic book projects, particularly focusing on their successful Kickstarter campaign for 'Dark Spider' and the upcoming project 'Pyre: Burial at Sea.' They discuss the challenges and lessons learned from their first campaign, the importance of audience engagement, and the creative process behind their new comic. The conversation also delves into character de...
Nov 19, 2024•43 min
In this engaging conversation, Ryan interviews Ray Jamison, a comic creator and writer, about his journey into the world of comics, the influence of Dungeons & Dragons on his storytelling, and the importance of community in the comic book industry. Ray shares insights into his creative process, the challenges of writing and publishing comics, and the excitement of launching a Kickstarter campaign. The discussion also touches on the role of nostalgia in modern storytelling and the dynamics of...
Oct 30, 2024•54 min
In this episode of the Portable Hole Podcast, Ryan George, Cinik, and Justin Gild discuss a variety of topics ranging from Cinik recent trip to LA, including his experiences at Disneyland and Dodger Stadium, to the political landscape in New York City. They delve into the implications of a new sequel to 'The Passion of the Christ', the recent indictment of Mayor Eric Adams, and the cancellation of the superhero trademark. The conversation also touches on the ethics of celebrations in combat spor...
Oct 07, 2024•55 min
In this conversation, Matthew Kreke shares his journey as a writer and creator, discussing his transition from video game development to writing novels and comics. He elaborates on his book, the creative process behind his comic, and the differences between writing prose and comic scripts. Matthew also talks about his experiences with Kickstarter for his comic project and his involvement in organizing EffingCon, a tabletop and video game convention. Back Matthew's latest project: The Night Slaye...
Oct 02, 2024•23 min
Sep 23, 2024•55 min
In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including the recent news about Ronda Rousey apologizing for sharing conspiracy theories about the Sandy Hook shooting, the delay in the return of the Boeing Starliner capsule from the International Space Station, and the issues with Boeing's planes. They also touch on the importance of critical thinking and the need to consider multiple perspectives when consuming news. In this part of the conversation, the principal themes discussed are travel ...
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Brandon Starocci discusses his comic series Avalon and how it focuses on mental health in a post-apocalyptic zombie world. He explains how he portrays mental health in a visual medium and uses the zombies as an allegory for facing mental health challenges. Brandon also talks about the unique narrative structure of Avalon, where each character has depth and screen time, and how he keeps himself engaged in the story despite the time between releases. He shares his experience working with co-writer...
Sep 05, 2024•42 min
The first part of the conversation covers various topics such as thepersidential race, Colin Kaepernick's comic book company, and the House of the Dragon TV series. The hosts discuss their thoughts on these subjects, including the political implications of the vice presidential candidate, the potential negative impact of AI on the creative industry, and their disappointment with the pacing and storytelling of House of the Dragon. House of the Dragon Season 2 ends with a lackluster finale, leavin...
Aug 13, 2024•1 hr 6 min
Coloring is one of the most important and overlooked parts of the comic creation process. This week, Ryan shares his experience learnign about the art of coloring. He touches on the history of coloring in coics as well as its importance from both a storytelling and technical stanpoint. Follow Portable Hole Publishing on Social Media Youtube @PortableHolePublishing Tiktok @Portable_Hole Instagram @Portable_Hole Emaul us at [email protected] Resources: https://www.comiccolor.com/ Render Di...
Aug 08, 2024•13 min
The conversation covers various topics including San Diego Comic Con, the news cycle, and the TV show 'The Acolyte'. The hosts discuss the casting of Robert Downey Jr. as Dr. Doom in the next Avengers movie and the potential implications of the multiverse. They also talk about the upcoming spinoff of 'The Boys' and the recent political events. The hosts share their thoughts on the season finale of 'The Acolyte' and express their hopes for the next season. The conversation covers the latest seaso...
Aug 01, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Rachaun and Ashes share their journey as comic book creators, discussing their origin stories, challenges in finding artists, and the development of their series Lawful Evil and Dark Spider. They delve into the themes, inspirations, and character development, providing insights into the creative process and the evolution of their storytelling. The conversation covers the themes of trauma, survivor's guilt, storytelling challenges, Kickstarter experiences, and diversity in indie comics. It delves...
Jul 08, 2024•50 min
In this episode of the Portable Hole Podcast, the hosts discuss various topics including music, home ownership, and what they've been watching recently. They review the latest episode of The Acolyte and share their thoughts on the show. They also talk about a documentary on competitive eating and the latest season of The Bear. The Majority of the episode features their reviews of Season 2 Episode 3 of House of the Dragon and Season 4 Episode 5 of The Boys. Join the Newsletter Follow Portable Hol...
Jul 05, 2024•1 hr 10 min
In this episode of the Portable Hole podcast, the hosts discuss the Batman: The Caped Crusader trailer and the Penguin series trailer. They also review episodes 1-4 of The Acolyte and share their thoughts on the intense fight scene in episode 5. The hosts express their excitement for the Batman animated series reboot and the potential for a dark and gritty crime drama in the Penguin series. They also discuss the new set photos from the upcoming Superman movie and the challenges of balancing humo...
Jul 01, 2024•1 hr 27 min
In this conversation, Ryan, Justin, and Cinik discuss various topics including the Conor McGregor fight, fantasy baseball, and the TV show 'The Acolyte'. They also touch on the themes of diversity and representation in media, particularly in the Star Wars franchise. The conversation delves into the writing and execution of the Star Wars series, highlighting the importance of good storytelling over diversity for the success of a show. They also discuss the latest season of 'The Boys' and how it t...
Jun 19, 2024•56 min
In this episode of the Portable Hole Podcast, Ryan and Cynic discuss their recent experiences playing Dungeons and Dragons and watching a documentary about car theft. They also talk about their thoughts on the upcoming Crow reboot and the ending of the TV show The Boys. The main topic of the episode is a review of the first season of House of the Dragon, a Game of Thrones prequel series. They discuss the story, characters, performances, and their overall thoughts on the show. House of the Dragon...
Jun 15, 2024•44 min
The first episode of The Acolyte introduces the High Republic era, a hundred years before the fall of the Republic and the rise of the Empire. The show follows an investigation into an assassin targeting Jedi. The conversation methodically reviews episodes 1 and 2 of the show, highlighting the principal themes and discussing the flaws in the storytelling. The hosts criticize the lazy writing, convenient plot developments, and lack of character development. They also express frustration with the ...
Jun 08, 2024•1 hr 8 min
Summary The conversation covers a range of topics, including personal experiences over Memorial Day weekend, the use of AI in creative fields, the impact of AI on job markets, the future of creative industries, the career of Ronda Rousey, and controversial statements made by a UFC fighter. The conversation also delves into political and social issues, including the conviction of Donald Trump, the impact of AI on job markets, and the personal beliefs of a UFC fighter. The conversation covers a wi...
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 24 min
Summary In this episode of the Portable Hole podcast, Ryan, Justin, and Cynic catch up on their personal updates. They discuss the challenges of being a new homeowner, the experience of traveling to Guatemala, and Justin's new job as a guitar technician. They also delve into the current state of the superhero genre, with Marvel scaling back their releases and the potential shift in pop culture landscape. The conversation then turns to the casting announcements for the Fantastic Four and the upco...
May 23, 2024•1 hr 3 min
In this conversation, Ryan and Justin discuss their recent experiences with travel and the solar eclipse. They also touch on the UFC 300 event and the state of the light heavyweight division. The conversation then shifts to O.J. Simpson and the New York Knicks. Finally, they mention The Rock's controversial comments about being 'anti-woke.' The conversation revolves around the TV show Fallout, based on the popular video game. Finally, Ryan Shares his review of Civil War. 00:00 Introduction 09:13...
Apr 30, 2024•1 hr 15 min
In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics including personal injuries, AI-generated music, the future of creative jobs, the New York Knicks, and random acts of violence against women in New York City. X-Men 97 is a worthy continuation of the original 90s X-Men series, with well-produced animation and great writing. The show stays true to the original while introducing new ideas and storylines. It has a more adult tone compared to the original, dealing with themes like death and redemptio...
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr 29 min
Summary In this episode of the Portable Hole Podcast, the hosts discuss patriotism, baseball, MMA, documentaries, and upcoming movie trailers. They explore the meaning of patriotism and how it can be subjective. The conversation then shifts to baseball and MMA, with a focus on upcoming fights and events. The hosts also share their favorite and most horrifying documentaries. The hosts express their disappointment with the writing and character development in the Roadhouse movie, as well as the la...
Apr 03, 2024•1 hr 14 min
In this episode, the hosts catch up on their personal lives, discussing topics such as homeownership, moving, and stadium tours. They also talk about recent TV shows and movies they have watched. The conversation then shifts to baseball season and team predictions. The hosts share their thoughts on the upcoming Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight. Finally, they discuss the scandal involving Shohei Otani's interpreter and allegations of theft and gambling. In this part of the conversation, the hosts di...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 14 min
In this episode, Ryan and Justin discuss various topics, including the upcoming fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, the failed AI Willy Wonka event in Scotland, and the deployment of the National Guard in New York City subways. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss subway crime and its potential political motivations. They also briefly mention the TV show Shogun and their plans to discuss it in the future. The conversation then shifts to the upcoming Trump vs. Biden election an...
Mar 20, 2024•1 hr 14 min
The hosts discuss personal updates and recent news, including the Kansas City Chiefs parade shooting. They also share what they've been watching, such as Love on the Spectrum and the movie 3000 Years of Longing. The announcement of the new Fantastic Four cast is discussed, along with the current state of Marvel movies and Super Bowl commercials. The hosts watch trailers for Deadpool and the upcoming Planet of the Apes movie. They conclude with a discussion on gender reveals and their opinions on...
Mar 04, 2024•1 hr 30 min
Summary The conversation covers various topics including accidents, busking in Key West, streaming services, TV shows, social media, coaching decisions, remakes, and relationship issues. The hosts share their opinions and personal experiences on these subjects. They discuss the pros and cons of different streaming platforms, the impact of social media on society, and the challenges of maintaining relationships. The conversation is filled with humor and anecdotes, providing an entertaining and in...
Feb 12, 2024•1 hr 20 min
In this conversation, Ryan and Justin discuss their recent experiences in Key West, their recommendations for movies and documentaries, and the scandal surrounding Vince McMahon. They also talk about a miscommunication regarding the Reacher books and share their thoughts on the TV show adaptation. They compare Season 1 and Season 2 of the show, highlighting the strengths and weaknesses of each season. The second part of the conversation focuses on the disappointments and flaws of the second seas...
Feb 06, 2024•59 min
