Blue Tiger Revenge

Bryan Bales
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A strange and cryptic creature... whose call of stories and reflections echoing out into the vast wilderness of comics and pop culture... bluetigerrevenge.substack.com

  1. FEB 17

    Episode 84: What Would Statham Do (WWSD)

    BLLLUUUEEEEEEEEEEEE Monday and it’s a new season to start 2026. It’s been a heavy winter for the BTR boys, so we get back to basics and go full circle with a review of past year and a look to the year ahead. Between work and the domestics responsibilities there wasn’t too much time for comic book shinanigan’s. Luckily for us, Big Bry asks the right questions to get us back on track, W.W.S.D? “What would Statham do?” In anticipation of international superstar and “BTR: cooler than you’ll ever be,” Jason Statham’s new flick we talk more theoretical film titles and how they’d play out. Also… there’s rumblings of an old rival… and he’s gunning for The King of Beards. It’s a slow burn hangout this episode. So go outside, stare up at the stars and take in the blue. Have you experienced the elusive and majestic energy of the Blue Tiger? Had a sighting in the wilderness of the eternal forest? Drank the blue milk of it’s revenge? Then let the people know it exists! A note: The “NOW” is the resurgence of the independent creator through crowd sourcing and self-publishing availability. As the veil gets pulled back ever further and the predatory practices of corporate models get revealed, it is more and more important to support those who actually create the stories and art that we as consumers enjoy. So SUPPORT INDIE PROJECTS and their CREATORS. Help make the indies the mainstream. Even the smallest of gestures can be of the biggest help. Oh look, We’ve still got a shop and there’s new designs and art prints! Bare the blue and seek your revenge: BTR shop! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bluetigerrevenge.substack.com

    2h 22m

  2. 12/01/2025

    Episode 83: Director & Comic Creator David Derrick Jr.

    The most anticipated return in BTR history; David Derrick Jr. returns with the final volume of Ghost of the Gulag! You’ve asked for it and now he’s back! The long awaited return…. Fresh off directing the, monstrously successful, international blockbuster that is Disney’s “Moana 2” he has returned to the snowy forests of the shadow walker with the final and concluding volume (vol. three) of “Ghost of the Gulag.” The favorite indie comic of the revenge crew! This episode covers it all. David breaks down what it’s like directing a major motion picture for the house of mouse. We then shift gears and get into some wildlife talk; from game-cameras and animal encounters, to sketching in the heart of Yellowstone. All the while drawing the great predators of the Taiga. Making for perfect evening here in the tiger den. “Ghost of the Gulag” is online and free to read. If you’re an old-school page turner like ourselves Volumes 1 & 2 are available in the store. Journey with the Shadow Walker in the latest volume and follow David here: GotG: https://www.ghostofthegulag.com/ Store: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DavidDerrickJr Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davederrickjr Tadd’s fan sketch of the evening. Want it? Send us a message so we can release it into the wild and support this podcast. Have you experienced the elusive and majestic energy of the Blue Tiger? Had a sighting in the wilderness of the eternal forest? Drank the blue milk of it’s revenge? Then let the people know it exists! A note: The “NOW” is the resurgence of the independent creator through crowd sourcing and self-publishing availability. As the veil gets pulled back ever further and the predatory practices of corporate models get revealed, it is more and more important to support those who actually create the stories and art that we as consumers enjoy. So SUPPORT INDIE PROJECTS and their CREATORS. Help make the indies the mainstream. Even the smallest of gestures can be of the biggest help. Oh look, We’ve still got a shop and there’s new designs and art prints! Bare the blue and seek your revenge: BTR shop! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bluetigerrevenge.substack.com

    2h 52m

  3. 11/24/2025

    Episode 82: Comic Creator Jesse Lonergan

    With possibly the best graphic novel of 2025, Jesse Lonergan returns with DROME! Eisner-nominated comic creator Jesse Lonergan steps back into studio blue with his new creator-owned GN, “DROME.” And it has taken the industry by storm! Known for his unique page composition and engaging storytelling, Jesse continues to push the boundaries of the comic medium and epic world building with his new release. Being heralded as the front running book of this year, “DROME” towers at a staggering 320 pages of master class wordless sequential as it creates a new, surreal and engrossing mythos of humanity. And Lonergan ain’t done yet! Jesse has teamed with legendary creator Mike Mignola for a new series called “Miss Truesdale and the Rise of Man.” A continuation of their 2023 collab from Dark Horse, “Miss Truesdale” drops this December. A BTR exclusive! Lonergan is our first guest artist ever as we sketch the infamous “Swamp Thing.” The question is, can Tadd keep up with with Jesse’s blinding speed and beautiful brush work? Watch the vid and find out. You can keep up with Jesse and his constant stream of new work here: www.jesselonergan.com instagram.com/jesse.lonergan Have you experienced the elusive and majestic energy of the Blue Tiger? Had a sighting in the wilderness of the eternal forest? Drank the blue milk of it’s revenge? Then let the people know it exists! A note: The “NOW” is the resurgence of the independent creator through crowd sourcing and self-publishing availability. As the veil gets pulled back ever further and the predatory practices of corporate models get revealed, it is more and more important to support those who actually create the stories and art that we as consumers enjoy. So SUPPORT INDIE PROJECTS and their CREATORS. Help make the indies the mainstream. Even the smallest of gestures can be of the biggest help. Oh look, We’ve still got a shop and there’s new designs and art prints! Bare the blue and seek your revenge: BTR shop! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bluetigerrevenge.substack.com

    2h 48m

  4. 11/05/2025

    Episode 81: Writer/Editor Dave Wielgosz

    A creative powerhouse enters the Tiger Den, as we welcome writer Dave Wielgosz! Like Blade, Dave is the industry’s “day walker,” working as both known and beloved editor as well as fast rising comic writer. He breaks down how he jumped into the deep end of the bullpen with editing for the two American comic juggernauts, Marvel and DC. And how he soared into the creative ranks with breakout writing performances including one of the best Man-Bat stories you’ll ever see. (Note: buy the Man-Bat, it’s so good.) Fueled by the filmography of Criterion, Wielgosz now does it all, freelance editing and creative writer. Collabing with publishing pillars of the comic industry. He brings stories crafted with precision, power, and the heart. Tune in, read it up, the revenge crew is back with the insider interviews we know you’re here for. Dave’s a busy guy these days and has quite a few books currently rocking the shelves at your local shop; DC’s Kal-El-Fornia Love #1 (writer), Oni Press’s EC: Cruel Universe 2 #2 (writer), and IDW’s Casey Jones mini-series (editor) dropping through winter. Follow Dave here and checkout his newsletter: Newsletter: https://weeklyupdave.beehiiv.com/ BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/davewielgosz.bsky.social Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davewielgosz/ All the while Tadd tries to figure out a Super Girl piece. Will he ever finish it? Only the gods know…. The guy has got to start doing solo characters, he’s killing me (and I’m him writing this). Want the original for your home collection? DM the Tiger or the Tadd-man on the Gram or message here. Have you experienced the elusive and majestic energy of the Blue Tiger? Had a sighting in the wilderness of the eternal forest? Drank the blue milk of it’s revenge? Then let the people know it exists! Oh look, We’ve still got a shop and there’s new designs and art prints! Bare the blue and seek your revenge: BTR shop! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bluetigerrevenge.substack.com

    2h 34m

  5. 11/01/2025

    Episode 80: Immortal Cool

    The ancient fires burn and heads fly as the Revenge Crew embark once again into the time of comic book wonder. The tigers pull out all the blades in this one as we continue our deep nostalgia ridded obsession with the 90’s classically cool, “The Highlander.” This ones for all the dads in their dojo-garages! Later to be followed with a rarity here in the tiger den (because we read something together; so cute lol). We celebrate Alex Horley’s latest issue of “Conan the Barbarian” (#25). Perfectly written by Jim Zubb, the issue is an astounding accomplishment in a digital dominated era of comic illustration. Old schoooooool! A rare delight in a stand alone issue, each page oil painted from glorious start to finish. Listen, watch, drink the tiger milk! Bry has made the ultimate sacrifice, treating the us all by baring his naked face. Some carve pumpkins, he carves immortal beards. Is he our Samson? Has his powers waned with the loss of his might face-locks? Tune in and find out. All the while Tadd continues this slow semi-distracted ink slopping on the “Cap-Wolf” from last week. Want the original for your home collection? DM the Tiger or the Tadd-man on the Gram or message here. Have you experienced the elusive and majestic energy of the Blue Tiger? Had a sighting in the wilderness of the eternal forest? Drank the blue milk of it’s revenge? Then let the people know it exists! A note: The “NOW” is the resurgence of the independent creator through crowd sourcing and self-publishing availability. As the veil gets pulled back ever further and the predatory practices of corporate models get revealed, it is more and more important to support those who actually create the stories and art that we as consumers enjoy. So SUPPORT INDIE PROJECTS and their CREATORS. Help make the indies the mainstream. Even the smallest of gestures can be of the biggest help. Oh look, We’ve still got a shop and there’s new designs and art prints! Bare the blue and seek your revenge: BTR shop! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bluetigerrevenge.substack.com

    2h 5m

  6. 10/15/2025

    Episode 79: Dog Walked

    The Revenge Crew kick off the Halloween season! Ripping into the most recent NYCC previews and getting pumped for the beautiful monstrosities heading our way. For this episode Tadd breaks into the witching hour with an homage to Captain America #402-408 "Man nd Wolf” series. The birth of the infamous Cap Wolf. Who’s that mystery man hanging in back? If you’ve read the 92’ Cap classic you already know. Tune in next week for the finishing inks! Still figuring out an art-shop. Want the original for your home collection? DM the Tiger or the Tadd-man on the Gram or message here. A note: The “NOW” is the resurgence of the independent creator through crowd sourcing and self-publishing availability. As the veil gets pulled back ever further and the predatory practices of corporate models get revealed, it is more and more important to support those who actually create the stories and art that we as consumers enjoy. So SUPPORT INDIE PROJECTS and their CREATORS. Help make the indies the mainstream. Even the smallest of gestures can be of the biggest help. Oh look, We’ve still got a shop and there’s new designs and art prints! Bare the blue and seek your revenge: BTR shop! And check out “TAIGA”, Tadd’s latest graphic novel with new pages (almost) weekly. Exclusively at patreon.com/gnarpig Have you experienced the elusive and majestic energy of the Blue Tiger? Had a sighting in the wilderness of the eternal forest? Drank the blue milk of it’s revenge? Then let the people know it exists! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bluetigerrevenge.substack.com

    2h 25m

  7. 10/02/2025

    Episode 78: There Can Be Only One!

    There can be only one… Eagly! The revenge crew return with another ink-a-thon. This time Tadd slings his ink for DC’s favorite bird “Eagly” as they breakdown the latest season of “Peacemaker” on Hbo/Max. Meanwhile, Big Bry is compelled by “the quickening,” with the latest sword play on the “Highlander” film remake along with other comic and culture happenings. If you don’t suffer from bird-blindness this is the episode for you. Still figuring out an art-shop. Want it for your home collection? DM the Tiger or the Tadd-man on the Gram or message here. A note: The “NOW” is the resurgence of the independent creator through crowd sourcing and self-publishing availability. As the veil gets pulled back ever further and the predatory practices of corporate models get revealed, it is more and more important to support those who actually create the stories and art that we as consumers enjoy. So SUPPORT INDIE PROJECTS and their CREATORS. Help make the indies the mainstream. Even the smallest of gestures can be of the biggest help. Oh look, We’ve still got a shop and there’s new designs and art prints! Bare the blue and seek your revenge: BTR shop! And check out “TAIGA”, Tadd’s latest graphic novel with new pages (almost) weekly. Exclusively at patreon.com/gnarpig Have you experienced the elusive and majestic energy of the Blue Tiger? Had a sighting in the wilderness of the eternal forest? Drank the blue milk of it’s revenge? Then let the people know it exists! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bluetigerrevenge.substack.com

    2h 40m

  8. 09/09/2025

    Episode 77: Lost in the Sewer

    Oh, the tiger is lost deep in the sewer this time. This is a long episode. An episode only the strongest can survive. More news, BS, and a lot about comics. Poetic waxing on long running comic series and the factors that play into achieving the ultimate goal in creator-owned-comics. It’s a late night hangout session with the BT boys. They say art mimics life, as Tadd inks the sewer and continues to finish the “Leo v Shredder” from last episode. Still figuring out an art-shop. Want it for your home collection? DM the Tiger or the Tadd-man on the Gram or message here. A note: The “NOW” is the resurgence of the independent creator through crowd sourcing and self-publishing availability. As the veil gets pulled back ever further and the predatory practices of corporate models get revealed, it is more and more important to support those who actually create the stories and art that we as consumers enjoy. So SUPPORT INDIE PROJECTS and their CREATORS. Help make the indies the mainstream. Even the smallest of gestures can be of the biggest help. Oh look, We’ve still got a shop and everything! Bare the blue and seek your revenge: BTR shop! And check out “TAIGA”, Tadd’s latest graphic novel with new pages (almost) weekly. Exclusively at patreon.com/gnarpig Have you experienced the elusive and majestic energy of the Blue Tiger? Had a sighting in the wilderness of the eternal forest? Drank the blue milk of it’s revenge? Then let the people know it exists! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bluetigerrevenge.substack.com

    4h 12m
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A strange and cryptic creature... whose call of stories and reflections echoing out into the vast wilderness of comics and pop culture... bluetigerrevenge.substack.com

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  • Creator
    Bryan Bales
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    84
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Blue Tiger Revenge
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