Off Panel: A Comics Interview Podcast Off Panel #498: Committed to Beef with Jonathan Hickman
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May 5, 2025 
Jonathan Hickman, renowned for his work on Marvel Comics like Ultimate Spider-Man, dives into his multifaceted career. He shares his passion for the World Cup and its impact on his creative process. Hickman reflects on his challenges navigating a shifting comic industry while juggling various projects, including Imperial and Aliens vs. Avengers. He emphasizes the importance of writer-artist collaboration and explores the delicate balance of delivering unexpected stories. With insights on his X-Men run and evolving narratives, Hickman's journey is both illuminating and inspiring.
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Creating Foundations in Marvel
- Jonathan Hickman uses major projects to create a foundation others can build on in the Marvel universe.
- He takes origin points to accelerate other writers' work instead of telling only self-contained stories.
Committed Storytelling Approach
- Hickman writes without holding back, fully committing to the story regardless of length or format.
- He believes compressing stories too tightly hurt storytelling and creative freedom in comics.
Support Your Artists
- Writers must set up artists to showcase their strengths and be the best versions of themselves.
- Failing to do so harms both the artist and the overall quality of the comic book.
