Savage FINcast - Episode 16: Talking With Gary Carlson, "Godfather of Image Comics!"

Summary: --Show Notes-- A new episode of the Savage FINcast rolls in with a brand new interview! This time Adam, Craig, and Jim have invited Vanguard co-creator Gary Carlson to talk about his career in comics. We have a fascinating discussion with Gary about his early days of producing the Megaton anthology comic during the 80s and working with young artist upstarts such as Erik Larsen, Rob Liefeld, and Angel Medina. Gary discusses his years at Image Comics writing Supreme, Vanguard, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles; and his creator owned line of comics, the critically acclaimed and cult classic, Big Bang Comics! Lastly, we talk in-depth about the recent 12-part Vanguard backup serial featured in the pages of Savage Dragon in which Gary wrapped up some major plots for the character. CONTEST ANNOUNCEMENT! To celebrate the conclusion of the 12-part Vanguard backup serial in the pages of Savage Dragon, and in honor of having Gary Carlson as a guest on the show, we are working in conjunction with DragonFan.net to conduct our first ever promotional contest! Visit http://DragonFan.net/?p=1309 to find out how you can win the "Ultimate Vanguard Signed Comic Collection" including 27 Vanguard-related comics signed by Vanguard's creators, Erik Larsen and Gary Carlson; and artist extraordinaire Frank Fosco!!! Head over to the SAVAGE FINCAST's web site - http://fincast.guttertrash.net