(Episode 330): Navigating Comic Art’s Rich History with Mike Rhode

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Welcome to Episode 330 of Storycomic Presents! I'm your host, Barney Smith, and today we're delving into the fascinating world of comic art with our distinguished guest, Mike Rhode. An award-winning editor and scholar, Mike is renowned for his contributions to the International Journal of Comic Art and the Comics Research Bibliography.

Discover more about Mike's work at his blog.

About Mike Rhode:

Mike Rhode's passion for comic art is evident in his extensive career. He's co-edited the Art of Richard Thompson book with Bill Watterson and authored numerous articles for the Comics Journal and Hogan's Alley. His role as editor of Exhibition and Media Reviews & general assistant editor of the International Journal of Comic Art reflects his deep involvement in the field.

Mike's accolades include being a judge for the RFK Journalism Awards editorial cartoon division and the Herblock Award. His published works, such as "Harvey Pekar: Conversations" and "The Art of Richard Thompson," showcase his expertise. He's also contributed to the Swann Collection of the Library of Congress and has collections named after him at the Library of Congress and Michigan State University's Library's Comic Art Collection.

In our conversation, Mike shares his insights on the expansive history of cartooning and comic books, as well as the future direction of comics. He offers invaluable advice for those aspiring to make their mark in the world of cartooning and comic books.

Join us for this enlightening episode as we explore the rich tapestry of comic art with Mike Rhode.

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