In this episode, Frank Lourence sits down with Simon Roy, the creative mind behind the beautifully illustrated comic, "Grizz Grobus." They discuss the inspiration behind the dual-layered narrative, Simon's journey from Kickstarter to Image Comics, and how personal growth has influenced the story's evolution. Simon also shares insights into the unique characters and the world-building process, blending humor and serious themes seamlessly.

• 00:00 - Introduction and Guest Welcome
• 00:14 - Overview of Grizz Grobus
• 01:20 - Origin of Grizz Grobus and Initial Concept
• 03:26 - Transition from Kickstarter to Image Comics
• 05:36 - Miyazaki's Influence on the Story
• 07:22 - Capturing a Lived-In World
• 10:09 - Balancing Humor and Seriousness
• 12:01 - Challenges of Dual Storytelling
• 13:09 - Collaboration with Colorist Sergei Nazarov
• 15:20 - Character Breakdown: Mayor, Prime Scribe, Constable
• 17:55 - Personal Reflections in Character Development
• 19:27 - Development of the Religious Fantasy Storyline
• 22:42 - Inspirations from 80s Hong Kong Horror Comedies
• 25:40 - Future Projects and Expanding the Universe
• 30:32 - Building a Self-Contained, Interconnected Universe
• 32:05 - Where to Follow Simon Roy

• Grizz Grobus intertwines two grand stories: a sci-fi narrative and a popular fantasy novel within the story.
• Simon Roy transitioned Grizz Grobus from a Kickstarter project to Image Comics, expanding its reach.
• Miyazaki's influence is evident in the character motivations and the lived-in feel of the world.
• The collaboration with colorist Sergei Nazarov significantly enhanced the visual storytelling.
• The comic draws inspiration from various sources, including 80s Hong Kong horror comedies.
• Future projects include expanding the Grizz Grobus universe with more stories set in different corners of a collapsed galactic empire.

• "Grizz Grobus is a story set in a small village on a far-off colony planet, where an ancient priest bot comes back to life and culture clash ensues."
• "In this book, we wanted to harness the approachable, cute, homey feel that Miyazaki puts into all of his worlds."
• "Crowdfunding is good and bad because you're the master of your own fate, but Image Comics helps the book meet a much wider range of people."

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Hey Geek Freaks! In today's episode, I'm joined by Andrew Ossian, the brilliant author behind the "Spellbinders" series. We dive deep into his books "The Not-So-Chosen One" and "Break the Game," discussing the inspiration behind them, the blend of gaming and writing, and the challenges of creating relatable middle-grade fiction. Plus, we get some behind-the-scenes insights into Andrew's work in game design, including his contributions to the new Life is Strange sequel and The Expanse game. Don't miss out on this fascinating conversation! 🔗 Links to Andrew's Books and Social Media: The Not-So-Chosen One Tags: Andrew Ossian, Spellbinders, The Not-So-Chosen One, Break the Game, middle-grade fiction, game design, Life is Strange, The Expanse game, Geek Freaks, book interview, author interview, video game writer Hashtags: #Spellbinders #AndrewOssian #GeekFreaksPodcast

Join Frank in this engaging episode of Geek Freaks as he chats with Gina Scarpa, an accomplished voice-over artist known for her work in Genshin Impact, The Walking Dead: Last Mile, and Invincible Universe. Gina shares her unique path from starting in radio to becoming a successful voice actor, her experiences in the industry, and the creation of Positive Voices Studio. Discover her insights on voice acting, networking, and mentoring the next generation of voice talents.

• 00:00:07 - Welcome and Introduction
• 00:00:30 - Gina’s Transition from Radio to Voice Acting
• 00:01:28 - Voiceover Work During the Pandemic
• 00:02:49 - Lessons Learned from Radio
• 00:04:00 - Gender Dynamics in Radio and Voice Acting
• 00:06:24 - Competitiveness in the Voice Acting Industry
• 00:07:40 - Importance of Networking in Voice Acting
• 00:08:50 - Differentiating Voices for Various Brands
• 00:10:38 - Creating Distinct Character Voices
• 00:11:32 - Favorite Roles in Gaming and Beyond
• 00:12:37 - The Voice Acting Community’s Supportiveness
• 00:14:02 - Emotional Preparation for Roles
• 00:16:31 - Founding Positive Voices Studio
• 00:19:10 - Work-Life Balance in a Multifaceted Career
• 00:22:00 - Empowering Teens Through Voice Acting
• 00:25:12 - Upcoming Projects and Exciting Announcements
• 00:33:09 - Gina’s Podcast: DSP Talk
• 00:34:00 - Conclusion and Call to Action

• Gina's career transition highlights the versatility and adaptability needed in the entertainment industry.
• The significance of building strong relationships and networking in the voice acting field.
• Gina's dedication to mentoring and nurturing young voice talents through Positive Voices Studio.
• Embracing one’s unique voice and experiences can lead to success in voice acting.
• The supportive nature of the voice acting community is a refreshing contrast to other entertainment fields.

• "Voice over has been an incredible journey, filled with passion and creativity."
• "If Starbucks was a person, this is how she would sound."
• "Voiceover has made me look at myself and embrace who I truly am."

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