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Back to Pop Podcast: Your All-Access Pass to Pop Culture Icons
Dive headfirst into the vibrant world of pop culture with the “Back to Pop Podcast,” where we celebrate the legends and lore of the entertainment universe. From the visionaries behind the scenes to the iconic faces in front of the camera, we bring you exclusive, heart-to-heart conversations with the diverse talents that have shaped our cultural landscape.
“Back to Pop” is not just a podcast; it’s a vibrant dialogue with the movers and shakers of music, movies, TV, and comics. Each episode is a unique journey, offering you a front-row seat to the untold stories, creative inspirations, and behind-the-scenes insights from your favorite pop culture personalities.
“Back to Pop” is where nostalgia meets novelty, where we reminisce about classic moments while exploring the latest trends that are defining the future of entertainment. It’s your chance to hear from the legends you admire and the rising stars you’re curious about, all in one place.
So, if you’re looking to get your pulse on pop culture’s past, present, and future, tune into “Back to Pop Podcast.” Be part of a community that thrives on the excitement, creativity, and passion that pop culture brings into our lives. Join us, and let’s celebrate the stories that connect us all.
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“Jim Valentino: Co-Founder of Image Comics to Guardians of the Galaxy Architect - 40 Years of Comic Book Revolution”
In this exclusive Back to Pop interview, we sit down with Jim Valentino, co-founder of Image Comics, creator of ShadowHawk, and the visionary who reimagined Guardians of the Galaxy for a new era. From his roots, to helping launch one of the most influential independent publishing movements in comic book history, Jim brings the receipts on four decades of boundary-pushing storytelling.
Inside the episode:
• How Guardians of the Galaxy became a cult classic under his pen
• The raw, behind-the-scenes energy of Image Comics, while everything around was chaotic during the early days, the guys were in stride!
• ShadowHawk and the darker themes that made it stand out in the ’90s
• The indie imprint Shadowline and its philosophy on creator-owned work
• The triumphant return of normalman in a 40th Anniversary Omnibus
• Reflections on creator rights, the digital comics frontier, and what’s next
Whether you’re a lifelong comics fan or just discovering the indie legends, this is a must-listen deep dive into one of the architects of modern comics.
Grab a copy of Normal Man here: https://imagecomics.com/comics/releases/normalman-40-th-anniversary-omnibus-hc
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