Jason Chatfield

New York-based cartoonist and comedian Jason Chatfield speaks about taking over Australia's iconic daily comic strip, Ginger Meggs, at the tender age of 23, and how he sees the path ahead for syndicated comic strips and the newspaper industry. Other topics include - the evolution of humour over time, not doing political comedy, Derrida, and people-watching at the MoMA. Big stuff. Also, the difference between meme-ification and mummification. This is the first episode of a two-part conversation. 💡 For all the good links and ideas from this episode, to see the cheatsheet of this conversation, check out the shownotes. 📚 Buy Jason's book, You're not a Real Parent until… 📲 Check out Jason's website to learn about all his work. 📪 Sign up to Jason's Substack. ☕ Like this episode? Buy me a coffee. 🔥 Love the show? Support it by becoming a SneakyArt Insider. ✍🏼 Follow SneakyArt on IG, Twitter, and TikTok.

In this discussion, award-winning cartoonist Jason Chatfield shares his journey from running Australia's iconic comic strip, Ginger Meggs, to creating impactful cartoons for The New Yorker. He delves into the polarized atmosphere of NYC politics post-election, addressing the challenges of satire in a censored world. Jason emphasizes the power of visual humor, the pressures of daily strips, and finding authenticity while liberating himself from metrics. His insights on navigating creativity amidst censorship make for a thought-provoking conversation.

In this engaging discussion, Jason Chatfield, an award-winning cartoonist known for his work in The New Yorker, shares insights into his creative journey and the importance of embracing mistakes. He explores the collaborative nature of cartoon creation and how to adapt in a changing landscape. Additionally, Will Shurtz, co-founder of Methodical Coffee, offers tips on coffee brewing techniques, emphasizing the perfect water-to-coffee ratios. The conversation intertwines humor, artistry, and the craft of coffee, making it a delightful listen!