May 20, 2013 Guest List

Alt-cartoonist Gilbert Hernandez lists beloved kid-comics of a bygone era

Since debuting in 1982, alternative comic book Love and Rockets influenced a generation to think outside the traditional superhero mold. Gilbert Hernandez, the series’ co-creator (along with his brother), has been called “one of the great craftsmen of modern comics,” by The New York Times. His new graphic novel, Marble Head, tells a semi-autobiographical story about growing up in the 1960s; he sketches out a few kids comics from that era that influenced him.

Little Archie Comics, Bob Bolling
Dennis The Menace, Owen Fitzgerald
Other kid-comics of the era, including Little Dot

Jenny Zhang Shares 3 of Her Favorite Sour Bites of Culture

Jenny Zhang's writing has been featured in publications like the New York Times Magazine, The Guardian, and Jezebel. She has two published collections of poetry, "Hags" and "Dear Jenny, We Are All Find." Her debut short-story collection, "Sour Heart," is available now.

‘Come From Away’ Writing Duo Highlight Their 3 Favorite True Story-Inspired Musicals

Irene Sankoff and David Hein wrote the book and music for "Come From Away." It's a new Broadway musical based on a true tale that unfolded in the tiny town of Gander, Newfoundland. During the 9/11 attacks, 38 planes bound for New York had to land in Gander instead. So, the locals had to care for thousands of stranded passengers from around the world. Listen as they share a little more about their musical, before listing their favorite musicals of the stage and screen based on true tales.

Jenny Zhang Shares 3 of Her Favorite Sour Bites of Culture

‘Come From Away’ Writing Duo Highlight Their 3 Favorite True Story-Inspired Musicals

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