100 episodes
Thick Lines Katie Skelly & Sally Madden
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4.9 • 48 Ratings
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A comics podcast by cartoonists Katie Skelly and Sally Madden. Support the show and get bonus episodes at patreon.com/thicklinespod.
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*TEASER* - Katie's Friend Trina
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Katie and Sally discuss Last Girl Standing, a prose memoir by the late Trina Robbins (Fantagraphics, 2017). Plus, some show news and a fresh round of the Bad Boyfriend Bracket.
Thank you to our patrons for making this episode possible!
Catch Sally at Bubbles Con on Saturday, May 4 in Richmond, VA: https://www.bubblescon.com/
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130 - Sally's Friend Tony
Katie and Sally discuss The House at Maakies Corner by Tony Millionaire (Fantagraphics, 2002), the second Fantagraphics collection of Maakies strips created from 2000 to 2002. Topics discussed include Johnny Gruelle, Sock Monkey: The Glass Doorknob, alt weeklies, Fred Basset, and lots more.
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*TEASER* When to Fold 'Em with Caroline Cash
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It's our annual 4/20 special and this time cartoonist Caroline Cash (Girl in the World, Peepee Poopoo) joins the sesh to talk Gambling Apocalypse: Kaiji by Nobuyuki Fukumoto (Kodansha, 1996).
Catch Caroline at C2E2 with Silver Sprocket in Chicago, IL on Sunday, April 28: https://www.c2e2.com/en-us.html
Follow Caroline on Instagram at @cash_browns.
Catch Katie at The L.A. Times Festival of Books on Saturday, April 20: https://tinyurl.com/5anb9yf7
Follow Thick Lines on Instagram at @thicklinespod.
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The Hole Monitor
Katie and Sally discuss Abandon the Old in Tokyo by Yoshihiro Tatsumi (Drawn & Quarterly, 2006). Topics discussed include smoking, check fraud, Adrian Tomine, and lots more.
Support the show and get bonus episodes and video content at patreon.com/thicklinespod. Follow us on Instagram @thicklinespod.
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*TEASER* - VISCERE #1 Roundtable with Corinne Halbert, Tia Roxae, and Chloe Brailsford
Full episode at patreon.com/thicklinespod.
Sally talks to cartoonists Corinne Halbert, Tia Roxae, and Chloe Brailsford about the inspirations behind their comics in the VISCERE #1: Body Horror anthology. Recorded live at Partners and Son in Philadelphia, PA on November 20, 2023. Topics discussed include Suspiria, Clamp, Jean Rollin, Robert Altman, Hans Bellmer, Silent Hill, Centralia, David Cronenberg, Resident Evil, Chantal Goya, Guido Crepax, and lots more.
Follow the artists on Instagram: @corinnehalbert, @dreamygutss, @chloe.in.pink
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126 - Curses for Dummies
Katie and Sally discuss Curses by Kevin Huizenga (Drawn and Quarterly, 2024). Topics discussed include John Mejias, K. Czap, Maybelline Skvortzoff, Desmond Reed, Maurice Vellekoop, Chip Kidd, The Wonderful Story of Henry Sugar, primates, hell, golf, projecting assumptions onto books, and lots more.
Support the show and get bonus episodes and video content at patreon.com/thicklinespod. Follow us on Instagram @thicklinespod.
Customer Reviews
Primo Comics Pod
Thick Lines is one of if not *the* premium comics podcasts out there, especially for fans of indie comix and manga. It’s one of the few sources of comics analysis that is insightful and fun. Katie and Sally are truly a gift.
MY FAVE COMICS POD!
KATIE AND SALLY ARE THE BEST I WILL NEVER MISS AN EP!!!
Perfect Podcast for adults who turned on by comic books, but may be turned off by comic shops
The Thick Lines podcast, hosted by Katie Skelley and Sally Madden, is a delightful haven for non-pretentious comic book fans. What sets this podcast apart is the infectious enthusiasm of its hosts, who bring a genuine love for comics to every episode. Katie and Sally's approach is refreshingly down-to-earth and relatable, devoid of any pretentiousness that might alienate casual fans.
Their discussions are infused with humor, making even complex comic book themes accessible and enjoyable. The hosts prioritize inclusivity, ensuring that listeners of all levels of expertise feel welcome. Their passion for the medium shines through, creating a warm and engaging atmosphere. The podcast doesn't just analyze comics; it celebrates the joy of reading them.
Through their insightful yet approachable conversations, Katie and Sally make listeners feel like they're chatting about comics with friends, fostering a sense of community among non-pretentious comic book enthusiasts. Listening to Thick Lines feels like joining a fun, casual conversation about comics, making it a perfect choice for fans seeking an enjoyable and unpretentious podcast experience.