Episode 331: Life Update

Andrew Crews sits down with Koby Almazan, the creator of Malora: Forged by Fate and founder of Thundercloud Entertainment, for a conversation about building a fantasy brand that refuses to look or sound like anyone else.Koby and Thundercloud Entertainment SocialsInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/thundercloudentertainment/Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOfBNVmFRo5f-6laArTXyjw/featuredTik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@thundercloud_eMy Socials:⁠https://www.instagram.com/crewsinpodcast/⁠Tik Tok: Andrewcrews4Twitter: Nicetown finestTwitch:⁠ Twitch.tv/nicetown_finest27⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/Crewsinpodcast⁠

summaryHost Andrew Crews shares a personal update after earning his CDL with doubles and triples endorsements, reflects on the approaching anniversary of his father and grandfather’s deaths, and explains why interviewing independent creators has energized the Crewsin Podcast. He also discusses future plans for the show and Patreon, and closes with a reminder to pursue what matters while time is short.My Socials:⁠https://www.instagram.com/crewsinpodcast/⁠Tik Tok: Andrewcrews4Twitter: Nicetown finestTwitch:⁠ Twitch.tv/nicetown_finest27⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/Crewsinpodcast⁠

Deece Casillas of Inferno Comics and Kill Stan talks about his path from stand-up comedy into indie comics, how personal loss shaped his flagship series, and what it takes to build a creator-owned book without a major publisher. Also we  dig into the realities of running conventions, selling comics face-to-face, and why authenticity matters more than a polished sales pitch. Prepare for lots of laughs and fun with this episode.Find Deece on:https://www.instagram.com/inferno.earth/https://www.instagram.com/deece.comedy/Linktree:https://linktr.ee/DeeceComedy?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=e7368224-0877-4c8c-9f74-13e0589c613fMy Socials:⁠https://www.instagram.com/crewsinpodcast/⁠Tik Tok: Andrewcrews4Twitter: Nicetown finestTwitch:⁠ Twitch.tv/nicetown_finest27⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/Crewsinpodcast⁠

We sit down Manga Author R.J. Atkinson to talk about her series The Seventh Kingdom. We also explore her love for anime and science. She has worn a lot of hats in her career and we talk about all of that throughout this episode. So much information to unpack . If want to check R.J.’s socials please go to:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/the_7th_kingdom/Socials:https://www.hopp.bio/the7thkingdom?fbclid=IwY2xjawU73NZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mBWJyaWQRMU1TVFk5REpkNUVwdldyQTdzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe9ZLRILPsZFRctWtwQ2WT7CE-T3isn-pKfExKxZeYDf4kqYIHeHnttbkL4gg_aem_fS894MYMe_4jPmn1rhIg2wTik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@the7thkingdomMy Socials:⁠https://www.instagram.com/crewsinpodcast/⁠Tik Tok: Andrewcrews4Twitter: Nicetown finestTwitch:⁠ Twitch.tv/nicetown_finest27⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/Crewsinpodcast⁠

In this episode, Liam Crowley shares his inspiring journey from struggling artist to international manga creator, discussing his creative process, challenges, and future goals. Discover how perseverance, passion, and authenticity can turn pain into powerful art. In this episode, Liam shares his journey into manga creation, his unique storytelling approach, and insights into the creative process, world-building, and supporting fellow artists. In this episode, Liam shares his journey balancing multiple passions including manga art, fashion design, and content creation. He discusses the importance of authenticity, hard work, and pursuing what you love, offering valuable insights for aspiring artists and entrepreneurs.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/scribbly_art123/https://www.instagram.com/norixgear/https://www.instagram.com/gearlessbrand/⁠https://www.instagram.com/crewsinpodcast/⁠Tik Tok: Andrewcrews4Twitter: Nicetown finestTwitch:⁠ Twitch.tv/nicetown_finest27⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/Crewsinpodcast⁠

In this episode, Mike Otis shares his inspiring journey from a challenging childhood in Cleveland to becoming a comic book creator. He discusses his creative process, character development, and his vision for Phenomenal Comics to make a lasting impact in the industry. In this episode, Mike Otis of Phenomenal Comics shares his journey from college football to comic book creator, overcoming failures and setbacks to launch successful Kickstarter campaigns. He discusses the importance of perseverance, community, and personal storytelling in building a brand and connecting with fans.Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61571164023110Kickstarter:https://www.kickstarter.com/.../phenomena.../the-amazing-3-1Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/phenomenal.comics/⁠https://www.instagram.com/crewsinpodcast/⁠Tik Tok: Andrewcrews4Twitter: Nicetown finestTwitch:⁠ Twitch.tv/nicetown_finest27⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/Crewsinpodcast⁠

In this episode, Corey Turner, author and illustrator of Ignition, shares his journey of creating a comic book, his influences from anime and superhero stories, and the importance of representation and community in indie comics. In this episode, Andrew Crews chats with comic creator Cory about his creative process, upcoming projects, and insights into the world of indie comics and anime. They explore the journey of building a comic brand, the importance of perseverance, and the influence of classic anime on modern storytelling.To Find Cory and more of his work:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/finalknightillustrations/Tik Tok:https://www.tiktok.com/@finalknight0x3?_r=1&_t=ZT-99lZrmuJHwMFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094309191509Tik Tok: Andrewcrews4Twitter: Nicetown finestTwitch: Twitch.tv/nicetown_finest27https://www.patreon.com/Crewsinpodcast

In this episode, Andrew Crews interviews manga creator Erik Suaste about his journey, creative process, and the future of his manga series Project 100. They discuss the grounded storytelling, the influence of Japanese manga, and the importance of passion and persistence in independent creation.To Find Erik Suaste and his work:Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erik_suaste/Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/Project100Manga/membership?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAcGRvZgJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZA85MzY2MTk3NDMzOTI0NTkAAaeEF1B4dzfnhpH_NMxagef8smkcKFncFf4ww__CZ0Zngozv8lOqUc_x_0dAZg_aem_89sNQMpIdHErbQP4aiwgJALinktree:https://linktr.ee/project100manga?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=fca9b239-8b29-49fd-bb83-4057e6438fa9https://www.instagram.com/crewsinpodcast/Tik Tok: Andrewcrews4Twitter: Nicetown finestTwitch: Twitch.tv/nicetown_finest27https://www.patreon.com/Crewsinpodcast

Andrew Crews shares his thoughts on recent movies, TikTok trends, and TV series, blending humor with personal insights. He discusses the Kevin Hart movie '72 Hours,' the series finale of 'Raising Canaan,' and his fascination with TikTok content about Airbnb reviews and supernatural stories.Tik Tok: Andrewcrews4Twitter: Nicetown finestTwitch: Twitch.tv/nicetown_finest27https://www.patreon.com/Crewsinpodcast

 Andrew Crews discusses his thoughts on Superman adaptations and reviews the latest Bleach episodes, sharing insights on character development, animation, and fight scenes.Tik Tok: Andrewcrews4Twitter: Nicetown finestTwitch: Twitch.tv/nicetown_finest27https://www.patreon.com/Crewsinpodcast