

Episode 48 | Alex Stevenson
Mar 13, 2023
Cartoonist and writer Alex Stevenson shares her unconventional journey of starting her comics on the internet and using memes to gain a large following. They discuss creating memes, trolls, and funny characters on the internet, as well as the challenges of navigating edgy comedy and potential offense. They also talk about promoting their work, the challenges of the traditional comics industry, preemptive apologies in comedy, interacting with fans, and the issues of appearance and content creation.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Creating Memes, Trolls, and Funny Characters on the Internet
01:47 • 13min
Navigating Edgy Comedy and Potential Offense
14:35 • 11min
Promoting Work and the Challenges of the Traditional Comics Industry
25:35 • 12min
Preemptive apologies, the pressure to be liked, and navigating controversy in comedy
37:43 • 3min
Interaction Between Comic Strip Artists and Fans
40:47 • 18min
Discussion on Appearance, Content Creation, and Mentors
59:02 • 4min