The Corner Box S1Ep56 - The Denton Tipton Interview: Magma Comix Hot Like Lava!

The Corner Box

Episode Summary

On this episode of The Corner Box, Denton J. Tipton joins hosts John Barber and David Hedgecock to talk about Denton’s early introduction to reading comics, the best and worst times for product launches, moving to San Diego, Magma Comix’s fast growth, and exciting upcoming Magma titles. Also, Tom Waltz gets a promotion, David launches a new project, and John has a special bond.

Timestamp Segments

• [00:00] Disclaimer.
• [01:48] Congratulations to Tom Waltz.
• [04:53] Denton’s first comics.
• [07:33] Denton’s first professional job in comics.
• [10:16] Comics people with law backgrounds.
• [10:48] Launching in ’99.
• [15:34] Moving to San Diego.
• [17:00] Denton’s IDW highlights.
• [22:57] Miss Mina and the Midnight Guardians.
• [23:59] Launching Magma Comix.
• [29:52] Keeping up with the changing industry.
• [32:40] Magma’s growth plan.
• [34:00] The first title launches.
• [38:02] The Pedestrian.
• [41:42] Hell’s Half Acre.
• [45:34] Ramon’s RV art life.
• [47:12] Being an editor and a writer.
• [48:23] John’s special bond.

Notable Quotes

• “People love comics.”
• “If you can get through that crucible and come out the other end, still alive, then you can work anywhere.”
• “Maybe we could sell the kids a meme comic.”
• “You need to have a good editor, no matter who you are.”

Relevant Links

Follow Your New Favorite Publisher - Magma Comix!
magmacomix.com
David's New Kickstarter is LIVE!
Fun Time Go, Inc.
Miss Mina and the Midnight Guardians
John is helping PugW take over the comic world!
https://www.pugworldwide.com/
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