Two Geeks Talking will be entering into its 18th year of the show this August and while that’s far away there’s always alot of great interviews that you can always look back on and gain some knowledge about the Entertainment Industry that you previously might not have known about.
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Upcoming Interviews - February 2026
Past Interviews - January 2026
Upcoming Interviews - February 2026
These are the upcoming interviews for February 2026, some have been released others are scheduled to be interviewed.
From DC Comics To The Laundrymen: Lyndon Radchenka Comic Journey
Lyndon Radchenka returns to Two Geeks Talking with a packed update: writing a Zatanna short for DC Comics, launching The Laundrymen: Book 2 – Blood of the Saucer Men (co-authored with Steve Kaul), and navigating the shifting comics landscape from both the indie and mainstream sides.
In this conversation, we dig into what actually changed for him after working with DC, how that experience rewired his approach to creator‑owned work, what it’s really like juggling roles as writer, producer, and letterer, and how he thinks about the current state of comics for insiders and smart outsiders alike. If you care about building a sustainable creative career, understanding today’s comic ecosystem, and seeing how one working writer is adapting in real time, this episode is for you.
The Dante's Inferno John Wick Comic Cross-Over We Didn't Know We Needed: Jeff Haas
Jeff Haas host of Traversing The Stars, steps fully into creator mode with his brutal, mythic comic series M.A.L.E.K. Reigning Devil—think John Wick meets Dante’s Inferno. This episode dives into how Jeff blends high-octane action with literary and theological depth from an Atheist perspective. How Jeff has evolved as a writer, and builds a cosmic revenge story that still feels human. We also unpack the realities of indie comics, lessons learned from interviewing Star Trek Academy actors and Comic Legend Jeff Lemire. Finally the collaboration and self-promotion of the M.A.L.E.K. Kickstarter and how you can support Jeff’s work now and in the future.
From Forged In Fire To Comics Legacy: Lineage by Doug Marcaida
Doug Marcaida is a healer, veteran, martial arts master, weaponsmith, and judge on Forged in Fire. Now, he’s bringing his philosophy from the dojo to the comic page with his brand-new series Lineage — a story that explores heritage, honor, and healing through art and combat.
In this deep-dive conversation, we unpack Doug’s mindset, creative process, and personal transformation — from bladesmithing to storytelling. Expect wisdom, heart, and a few unexpected lessons about legacy, energy, and what it really means to “Keep Everyone Alive.
Dan Bethel: Riding Off Into The Sunset with the conclusion of LONG JOHN
Dan Bethel has been a long-time comic creator and friend of the show since we first started. With a Doctorate in Comics as well as many illustration and Comic Titles under his belt; His first love has always been Westerns and thus created his 10 year, six issue series Long John, which has concluded as of this year.
One Is Simply Doomed To Die in Tolkien and Tom Racine Takes You There from A To Z.
Tom Racine has been in the Entertainment industry from Voice Acting to Podcasting about TV and Film; An Illustrator and Cartoonist and a card-carrying Geek / Nerd for many decades. He’s also the Author of DOOMED TO DIE: An A-Z of Death in Tolkien a beautifully hand-drawn book that can be found at large and small bookstores around the world. We’ll dive into a bunch of topics as we haven’t talked in about ten years.
Past Interviews You Might Have Missed - January 2026
Here are past interviews from January you may have missed.
From Comic Creator To New Source Point Press Publisher: Dirk Manning
Dirk Manning returns to Two Geeks Talking for his 11th interview, bringing 20+ years in horror comics (Tales of Mr. Rhee, Nightmare World, Write or Wrong) and over $750,000 raised through crowdfunding. Now Publisher at Source Point Press, Dirk breaks down how their creator‑owned model works, why keeping rights and the freedom to leave matters, and what most writers and artists get wrong about self‑publishing and the direct market. If you care about owning your work, understanding the current comics landscape, and making smarter long‑term decisions as an independent creator, this episode is for you.
Secret STEAM Society and Bat Pat: Trevor Mueller on the Stories Kids Remember Forever
Trevor Mueller returns for his record setting 13th interview since 2008, to talk about Secret S.T.E.A.M. Society: Horses, Secret S.T.E.A.M. Society: Music; and Bat Pat—how he designs “learn through adventure” stories that kids actually want to read; What he’s learned as a dad writing for not only his children but all young readers, and how childhood favorites shaped the comics he creates today. We dig into balancing wonder, critical thinking and education, building characters like Toot and the main characters of these stories that open conversations about empathy and inclusion, and what it really means to make books kids will remember decades from now.
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