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I feels like on the last episode we led with change is constant, and … well … ain’t that the truth!? In this episode listen to James and Eric talk about some of the goings on in what is sure to be a multi part series played out over time of the divorce between DC Comics and Diamond distribution. You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

If you have thoughts or questions about what we discussed, join in the discussion by sending us an email to podcast@kowabungacomics.com. You can follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/incredicow, on Twitter @Incredicow, Instagram @kowabungacomics or on the web at www.kowabungacomics.com. You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

We’re back!!! It’s been over a year since our last episode, and we are back for 2020. Things are happening, the industry is shaking … and we are talking shop about collected editions. Join us as we discuss publisher practices, what makes collected editions valuable, and what we look for when ordering ahead! You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

It’s been 2 months!! What have the guys been up to?  Listen in to get the scoop on the new shop, new work load, and plenty of fun stories from the move.  After that, James and Eric discuss the recent weeks in the industry as it relates to DC Comics.  What in tarnation has DC Comics been up to?! Batman #50, Wal-Mart … Hear our thoughts! You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

Eric and James sit down to talk about the 2018 Diamond Retailer Summit ahead of the C2E2 conventions in Chicago, IL.  Hear as the guys break down the activities of the day, including the DC and Marvel panels, as well as some smaller publishers making good waves … and perhaps some controversy? You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

Join James and Eric as they talk about a recent post from Justin Jordan regarding his successful and less successful work as an independent comic creator.  How do his talking points play out in our store? How would things change, or how could they change? You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

Yes, James and Eric are back with another episode! It has been a while, and we know that, but in this recording we share the big news we have been working on for the last few months.  That’s right, Kowabunga is going to be getting a new home! You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

Marvel, what can we say?  We have gotten a lot of questions both in the shop and through other media asking our take as a retailer on some of the latest controversy going through Marvel’s hiring of C.B. Cebulski (Akira Yoshida) as well as some Legacy Lenticular discussion.  Strap in, and hold on tight! You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

James and Eric take some time to dig in on another listener question that is something we talk about regularly.  From our friend Don aka @Perseus, “Who are comics these days created for? New or old readers?” Between differing publishing practices, characterizations, and overall industry-based trends there are many different ways to look at the question.  We do our best to find an answer and naturally hypothesize a solution. You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

The guys take some time to answer a couple of questions from listeners today. The questions come in an email from Tim M related to building a community and contributing to the larger community as a whole.  Additionally, @Andy_Tom on the CCL Cafe Slack channel had some questions about Marvel’s damage frequency and what their free increased book shipping was about.  We spend the episode talking about our experiences, things we do not do, we try to do, and how we find our value in the community. As far as Marvel damages and shipping goes, we broaden the topic a bit by relating it to other publishers as well. You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

Eric and James spend this episode focusing on a re-cap of the World’s Smallest Comic Con, handling creators, and that little thing called Marvel Legacy.  Join the guys as they talk shop about what has been happening at Kowabunga! You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

Join James and Eric as we talk about ordering, distribution, profit margins, and more of various non-comic products.  Everything from Funko Pops! and their chase variants, action figure companies like NECA, miniatures like Warhammer, and even card gaming with Pokemon and Magic: The Gathering. You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

First of a weekly series (thanks James) that features the guys talking about what types of back issues sell the best. Is it an era, publisher, character? Also with the advent of DC Dark Nights Eric and James dive into new character creation versus old characters being underutilized.  In addition there is an audio clip from the Dennis Miller show featuring Rob Liefeld! You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

Eric and James return with a new episode to talk about reception of Secret Empire, Metal, and Legacy.  Which books are selling well in the shop, why is it, and what do we have to look forward to?  Additionally, we have received some questions about what we take to local comic shows, and how the whole dealer/vendor thing works.  Join us, as we break down some of the pieces to how we attend shows, what type of stock we carry, and a few tricks for prepping and dealing! You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

James and Eric did one of their semi-annual shop crawls to look at what other stores in the area are doing.  As they drove along, it was determined that there are many different ways of operating a comic based store. Is one way better than another?  What are the concerns of operating in a specific way? Join the guys as they talk about the good, the not so good, and the concerning! You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

James and Eric did one of their semi-annual shop crawls to look at what other stores in the area are doing.  As they drove along, it was determined that there are many different ways of operating a comic based store. Is one way better than another?  What are the concerns of operating in a specific way? Join the guys as they talk about the good, the not so good, and the concerning! You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

James and Eric hit the airwaves to talk about variants.  Tiered variants, open to order variants, and direct priced variants, which is better? We go deep on analogies, examples, and primary versus secondary sales on variant covers.  Finally we top it off with some discussion about why Marvel does so many variants and tiers. You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

Join James and Eric, as they discuss a question from listener Sam regarding promotional timing.  Is two months or more a hindrance to success?  Is the content being promoted forgotten by the time it arrives? Then the guys talk about Chuck Rozanski’s decision to pull the plug on Mile High Comics vending at San Diego Comic Con. You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

A listener question sent over from our friends Drew and Kyle at the Comics for Fun and Profit podcast has us talking eBay.  Why are sales flat? Why do things go so cheap? What’s going on?!  Hold on tight as we answer these questions, and provide some eBay insight, as well as some handy tips and tricks to potentially make your listings and sales more successful. You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

In this first ever Road Reviews episode, Eric talks about a number of shops he visited while traveling to New Hampshire and New York City.  Traveling around is a passion for both James and Eric.  Almost as important is stopping at comic shops along the way. In this new series of episodes, the guys will review the locations they see, and provide their thoughts.  No ratings or comparisons, just straight up feedback! Roll Call:01:31 – Double Midnight Comics – Manchester, NH05:48 – Midgard Comics and Games – Derry, NH10:50 – Neon Bomb – Manchester, NH15:41 – Newbury Comics – Manchester, NH19:48 – Merrymac Games and Comics – Merrimack, NH28:33 – Chris’ Cards and Comics – Salem, NH37:46 – Kids Con NE42:38 – Forbidden Planet – New York, NYYou can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.