New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest Podcast (Vin Coca, Beth Lawler, Paul Nesja, Nicole Chrolavicius)
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| 03 Feb 2022 | Episode 46 - Pia Guerra & Ian Boothby | 01:24:46 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonists Pia Guerra and Ian Boothby. Pia and Ian talk with us about how they work together as a team to come up with their cartoons and about their past work in comic books (and Mad Magazine!). You can find out more about Pia and Ian (and buy the books mentioned in the podcast) at their website here: http://www.hellkitty.com You can also find their ongoing cartoon “Mannequin on the Moon” here: https://www.gocomics.com/mannequin-on-the-moon On part 1 of the episode, we discuss... Finalists for contest #788 Current New Yorker Contest #790 Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 09 Feb 2022 | Episode 47- Tom Toro Returns | 00:44:33 | |
On this week's episode, we're joined once again by cartoonist Tom Toro. Tom shares with us the origins of his recent caption contest cartoon featuring a couple packing archaic inventions in Contest #787. We also discuss the finalists for Contest #789 and the current Contest #791. | |||
| 16 Feb 2022 | Episode 48 - Mark Parisi | 01:10:57 | |
On this week's episode, we're joined by cartoonist Mark Parisi . We open the show discussing how Mark became interested in cartooning and breaking into the industry. We also discuss his successful syndicated comic strip, Off the Mark, and some of his most well known viral cartoons. Later, we select a winner for our own caption contest that Mark drew for our podcast listeners. You can find Mark's caption contest cartoon on his facebook page www.facebook.com/offthemarkcomic | |||
| 24 Feb 2022 | Episode 49 - E. S. Glenn | 01:28:58 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Everett (E. S.) Glenn. Everett talks with us about his career in cartooning and how he got his start with the New Yorker. We also discuss the captions for his cartoon in Contest #788. Along the way we diverge into talking about living in Berlin and Europe, fashion and the meaning of the word “chill”. You can find out more about Everett on his Instagram page: https://www.instagram.com/ev_glenn/?hl=en You can also buy his Unsmooth comic here: https://floatingworldcomics.com/shop/comic-books/unsmooth-1-by-e-s-glenn And check out his artwork here: https://www.pinewoodfineart.com/en/portfolio/everett-glenn-3/ On part 1 of the episode, we discuss... Finalists for contest #790 Current New Yorker Contest #792 Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 03 Mar 2022 | Episode 50 - Christopher Weyant | 01:02:11 | |
On this week's episode, we're joined again by cartoonist Christopher Weyant. Chris shares with us the origins and original caption for his recent caption contest cartoon featuring a man hovering with butterfly wings in Contest #789. We also discuss the finalists for Contest #791 and the current Contest #793. Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 09 Mar 2022 | Episode 51 - Farley Katz | 01:29:16 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Farley Katz. Farley is the former Assistant Cartoon Editor of the New Yorker where he was gatekeeper for The New Yorker Caption Contest. We discuss in detail his role as Assistant Cartoon Editor and his process for selecting the finalists. We also discuss his career in cartooning, advertising and writing. | |||
| 17 Mar 2022 | Episode 52 - Lonnie Millsap Returns | 00:48:09 | |
On this week’s episode, we’re joined again by New Yorker Cartoonist Lonnie Millsap. Lonnie discusses his thoughts on the winner for his cartoon (our own Paul Nesja!) in Caption Contest #791. He also sticks around to discuss the Finalists for Contest #793 and this week’s Contest #795 Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 23 Mar 2022 | Episode 53 - Brian Hawes and Seth Roberts | 01:21:10 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonists Brian Hawes and Seth Roberts. Brian and Seth chat with us about working as a team to develop cartoons and share how their partnership came about. We also discuss their long and interesting path breaking into The New Yorker as well as the other work they're collaborating on. And, of course, we discuss their recent cartoon in the caption contest. | |||
| 31 Mar 2022 | Episode 54 - Liza Donnelly | 01:21:39 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist and author Liza Donnelly. We discuss “Very Funny Ladies”, her recent book devoted to the New Yorker women cartoonists. We also discuss her own career as a very funny lady! Her work has been featured on CNN , CBS News, The New York Times and many other media outlets. She has also delivered a popular TED talk that has been translated into 38 languages and viewed over 1.4 million times. | |||
| 03 Apr 2022 | Bonus Episode - Paul Nesja Morning Show Interview | 00:12:20 | |
On this short bonus episode, we replay an interview Paul Nesja did with Wisconsin Public Radio's Morning Show to discuss his five New Yorker Caption Contest finalist placements in the past three years. | |||
| 06 Apr 2022 | Episode 55 - Charlie Hankin | 01:20:20 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist, Writer and Actor Charlie Hankin. We discuss how he broke into cartooning and share our favorite cartoons of his. We also discuss two of the webseries he co-created called God Cop Great Cop and New Timers which both can be found on his website below. Finally, we discuss his writing and acting career and current experience working in a writing room with Seth Macfarlane. | |||
| 13 Apr 2022 | Episode 56 - David Sipress | 01:25:15 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist and Author David Sipress. We discuss his early days of being interested in New Yorker cartoons at the young age of six and his long path of eventually selling his fist cartoon to the magazine. We also discuss some of his most well known cartoons, his thoughts on the caption contest, and his new memoir What's So Funny? | |||
| 21 Apr 2022 | Episode 57 - Liam Francis Walsh | 01:24:11 | |
This week’s podcast features Liam Francis Walsh. We talk with Liam about his upcoming graphic novel, “RED SCARE”. Due out on May 3rd. We also talk about his cartoons, life in general and why New York City water is the best water in the world. You can find and order his book from his website: http://liamfranciswalsh.com/index.html I’ve already pre-ordered my copy! On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #796 Finalists for contest #798 Current New Yorker Contest #800 Send us questions or comments to : Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com We've also started a facebook page. Check it out for announcements about the podcast and tips on writing winning captions! https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100075679507023 | |||
| 04 May 2022 | Episode 58 - Wayno | 01:32:16 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Syndicated Cartoonist, Wayno. We discuss his cartooning pursuits at The New Yorker, Nickelodeon, Entertainment Weekly and many other magazines as well as his own comic strip Bizarro. We also discuss his band where he plays the harmonica and sings for The Red Beans & Rice Combo. | |||
| 11 May 2022 | Episode 59 - Mike Twohy | 01:15:17 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist and Author Mike Twohy. We discuss his path into The New Yorker, writing cartoons for Charles Adams, and his thoughts on being the very first cartoon in the caption contest, as well as how that came about. We also discuss his children's books and his goal to become a satisfied cartoonist. | |||
| 19 May 2022 | Episode 60 - Lars Kenseth | 01:18:47 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist, Writer and Animation Artist, Lars Kenseth. We discuss his career in cartooning and how he developed his “Weeble” people style. We also take side trips into politics, creepy clowns and intimate relations with whiteboards. We also mention a cat cartoon from the current issue of The New Yorker, but did not know the artist for it. That artist is new comer to the magazine, Roland High. | |||
| 25 May 2022 | Episode 61 - Bob Staake | 01:22:41 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Bob Staake. Bob is an illustrator, author and New Yorker cover artist for some of their most well-known and iconic covers. We discuss his unlikely start into the illustration world and some of the inner workings of how New Yorker covers come to be. We also discuss his passion for cartooning, writing children's books and much more. Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 01 Jun 2022 | Episode 62 - Bob Mankoff And The $1000 Cartoon Caption Contest | 01:08:27 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Bob Mankoff. Bob was the New Yorker Cartoon Editor from 1997 to 2017. He currently runs CartoonStock, the world's largest online database of cartoons for licensing, products, and original art. On June 7th, CartoonStock will be starting a new Caption Contest in which the winning caption will receive a one thousand dollar cash prize! We talk to Bob about that contest on this episode.
You can find out more about the contest here: https://www.cartoonstock.com/blog/cartoon-caption-contest/ On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss...
The winning caption for New Yorker contest #801
Finalists for contest #803
Current New Yorker Contest #805 Send us questions or comments to : Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com | |||
| 09 Jun 2022 | Episode 63 - Adam Sacks | 01:22:24 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Adam Sacks. We discuss his time-consuming drawing process, how he broke into the New Yorker and selling his first cartoon. We also talk in detail about his recent cartoon in the caption contest. Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 15 Jun 2022 | Episode 64 - Ellis Rosen | 01:24:15 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Ellis Rosen. We discuss his career in cartooning, the cartoon contest, "SEND HELP!", his recent book collaboration with Jon Adams and the origins of “Ned”, who we hope to see more often in the New Yorker! Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 23 Jun 2022 | Episode 65- Lawrence Wood | 01:10:34 | |
On this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined once again by Larry Wood. We discuss his recent third place position in the New Yorker Caption Contest which increases his record to 13 times as a finalist. We also discuss this week's finalists and current cartoon for the New Yorker Caption Contest. Finally, we talk about the changes to the Cartoon Stock caption contest now that there's a $1,000 cash prize. | |||
| 30 Jun 2022 | Episode 66- Alex Gregory | 01:39:10 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist and Hollywood screenwriter Alex Gregory. We discuss his career in cartooning, the caption contest, and why he stopped submitting to The New Yorker. We also discuss his career as a screenwriter and his experience winning an Emmy for his work on HBO's Veep as well as the new project he's working on. Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 06 Jul 2022 | Episode 67 - Drew Dernavich is Back | 00:54:54 | |
On this week's episode, Drew Dernavich is back to discuss what he's been up to and shares the origins of his recent caption contest cartoon featuring a knight guarding a sand castle in Contest #806. We also discuss the finalists for Contest #808 and the current Contest #810. | |||
| 21 Jul 2022 | Episode 68 - Matt Diffee | 01:36:10 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Matt Diffee. We discuss how he got into cartooning, the caption contest, his twenty year career and why he (mostly) stopped submitting to The New Yorker. We also discuss his art style and how cartoons have changed over the years. Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 27 Jul 2022 | Episode 69 - Bob Eckstein | 01:43:15 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Bob Eckstein. We discuss his interesting path into cartooning, which includes him being a finalist in the New Yorker Caption Contest, his several published books and what type of cartooning he is mostly into these days. We also share thoughts on what makes a good caption. Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 04 Aug 2022 | Episode 70 - Julia Suits | 01:42:15 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Julia Suits. She shares how persistence and determination landed her in the pages of The New Yorker after a five year pursuit. We also discuss some of her favorite cartoons, how she comes up with ideas and her fascinating book The Extraordinary Catalog of Peculiar Inventions, Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 09 Aug 2022 | Episode 71 - Lawrence Wood vs Beth Lawler | 01:00:41 | |
On this week's episode, Larry Wood and Beth Lawler go head to head in New Yorker Caption Contest #812. We also share thoughts on the winner of contest #810 and current contest #814. Finally, Larry discusses the Cartoon Stock Caption Contest and some of the other creative endeavors he's been involved with. | |||
| 18 Aug 2022 | Episode 72 - Sofia Warren | 01:14:43 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Sofia Warren. She shares her background and how she broke into The New Yorker with help from a fellow cartoonist. We also discuss her art style and several of the cartoons she's had in the caption contest. Finally Sofia shares her surprising favorite movie of all time and her new book 'Radical: My Year With a Socialist Senator'. visit Sofia's website to see her work and purchase her book. Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 25 Aug 2022 | Episode 73 - Talking to a Brick Wall | 00:43:19 | |
With no guest this week, Vin, Paul and Beth discuss the new CartoonStock drawing and Beth's feelings about coming in 2nd to Larry Wood on New Yorker Caption Contest # 812. We also discuss the finalists for contest #814 and new contest #816. Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 01 Sep 2022 | Episode 74 - Caption Contest Winners | 01:03:09 | |
On this week's episode of the podcast, we're joined by the winner of NYer Contest #813, Timmy Booth, and frequent caption contest finalist, Nicole Chrolavicius. We discuss New Yorker Caption Contests #s 813, 815 and 817. We also share some tips for winning the contest as well as Vin's $500 win on the CartoonStock contest and the new cartoon for that contest. | |||
| 09 Sep 2022 | Episode 75 - Tony Lopes | 01:21:51 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Tony Lopes. Tony lives in Australia and is the driving force behind the internationally known comic strip, “Insanity Streak”. His comic strip has won numerous awards and is translated into several languages. | |||
| 15 Sep 2022 | Episode 76 - Drew Dernavich & Nesja Press Collaboration | 00:41:20 | |
On part two of this week's episode, Drew Dernavich joins us to discuss his collaboration with Nesja Press on a limited edition letterpress print of "Ping". See the artwork and the story behind it at https://nesjapress.com/drew-dernavich-collaboration | |||
| 22 Sep 2022 | Episode 77 - Ken Krimstein | 01:38:26 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Ken Krimstein. Ken talks about his early years as a cartoonist and his start at the New Yorker. He touches on his several books and talks a bit about his next book. We delve into the humor of being offensive and discuss some cartoons that would not be published in today’s climate. Visit Ken’s website to see his work and purchase his books.
Send us questions or comments to: Notes and corrections: -Towards the end of the interview with Ken, Beth mentions a cartoon about a couple in bed and attributes the cartoon to Christopher Weyant, The cartoon is actually by Zachary Kanin (sorry Zachary!) -During our talk about the caption contests, Beth mentions learning that you can’t buy sliced pizza in the midwest. This is from our preliminary chitchat with Mr. Krimstein. We usually talk to the cartoonist a bit before we get into the actual podcast. As a bonus for this episode, I’ve attached the discussion Paul, Beth and Ken have about pizza and bagels. If you’re at all interested in it, it’s after the final bit of sign off music. | |||
| 29 Sep 2022 | Episode 78 - Barry Blitt | 01:31:32 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Illustrator, New Yorker Cover Artist and Cartoonist, Barry Blitt. Barry talks about how he got his start as an illustrator and selling his first cartoon and cover to the New Yorker. We also discuss some of his most well-known covers including the controversial July 21, 2008 Barack and Michelle Obama cover art. Finally, we chat about selling original artwork and his regular appearances in the New Yorker for Blitt's Kvetchbook as well as Airmail's Sketchbook. Visit Barry's website www.barryblitt.com On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 06 Oct 2022 | Episode 79 - Tom Chitty | 01:40:41 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview Cartoonist, Tom Chitty. Tom talks about how he got his start as a cartoonist, his first few years contributing to the New Yorker, his evolving style and waxes poetically about his 0.3 Staedtler fineliner pens. We also discuss his recent cartoon in the CartoonStock $1000 Caption Contest and discover that sometimes a pink elephant is just an elephant. You can learn more about Tom (and perhaps have him create a portrait of your house) at his website: https://www.drawnbytom.com On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 12 Oct 2022 | Episode 80 - Michael Shaw's Go to Hell Pants | 00:58:05 | |
On this week's episode, we're joined by cartoonist, Michael Shaw. We discuss his recent cartoon in the New Yorker Caption Contest featuring a man with colorful pants in front of St. Peter. Michael shares the origins of the cartoon, his original caption and gives a signed copy of the original cartoon to one lucky listener. We also discuss our thoughts on the finalists for contest #821 and the current contest #823 Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 20 Oct 2022 | Episode 81 - Hilary Campbell | 01:14:49 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist, Hilary Campbell. Hilary talks about how she got into cartooning, her break into The New Yorker, her podcast, her new book and everything related to murder. You can learn more about Hilary and purchase her book at her website: https://www.cartoonsbyhilary.com On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 27 Oct 2022 | Episode 82 - Glen Le Lievre | 01:57:56 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist, Glen Le Lievre. Glen talks about his background, the current state of working in the cartoon profession, why he no longer submits to the New Yorker, Playboy parties and much more! Check out Glen's website here: https://www.lelievrecartoons.com And see his current work by subscribing to his Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/glenlelievre On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The finalists for the recently ended CartoonStock Contest and the latest cartoon to be captioned. Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 03 Nov 2022 | Episode 83 - Sophie Lucido Johnson | 01:18:27 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist, Sophie Lucido Johnson. Sophie talks about what inspired her to want be a cartoonist, collaborating with her writing partner Sammi Skolmoski, and how they broke into The New Yorker. She also discusses her various other projects and, of course, we chat about the caption contest. Check out Sophie's website here: https://www.sophielucidojohnson.com/ On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #822 Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 10 Nov 2022 | Episode 84 - Larry Wood | 01:05:41 | |
This week we're joined once again by Larry Wood. Larry opens the show discussing in detail how the CartoonStock Caption Contest is judged and then defends the previous winning selections. Then we discuss The New Yorker winners, finalists and current contest. Finally, we discuss cheating in the contest by submitting multiple entries and whether or not the cartoons in the magazine are as good as they used to be. | |||
| 17 Nov 2022 | Episode 85 - David Borchart | 01:30:30 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist, David Borchart. David talks about his very early experiences as a cartoonist (he knew he wanted to be a cartoonist since he was 7 years old!) as well as his experiences at the New Yorker. We have a lively discussion about the caption contest and discover that some hitchhikers are okay to pick up. Vin was a bit under the weather for this episode so he unwisely allowed Paul and Beth to go on without him. He’ll know better for next time! David Borchart was also a bit under the weather, but managed to make it to the end, where he announces his body temperature. This announcement is for entertainment purposes only, please, no gambling! David was on the Cartoon Pad Podcast recently with Bob Eckstein and Michael Shaw. He was a good friend of the great George Booth and has some great stories to tell there. Check out that podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-cartoon-pad/id1561378159 On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #824 Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 23 Nov 2022 | Episode 86- Bob Eckstein Returns | 00:57:20 | |
On this week's episode, we're joined by cartoonist Bob Eckstein. Bob shares the origins of his recent cartoon in Caption Contest #825. We also discuss the finalists for contest #827 and current contest #829 before getting into the CartoonStock Caption Contest and much more. | |||
| 01 Dec 2022 | Episode 87 - John Klossner | 01:30:34 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist, John Klossner. John talks about his interest in being a cartoonist at an early age and his break into The New Yorker. We also talk in depth about caption contests, digital drawing vs pen and paper, and the new trend of thanking editors after selling cartoons. Check out John's website here: On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #826 Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 08 Dec 2022 | Episode 88 - Deep Dive into Puns with Gary Borislow | 01:13:38 | |
On this week's episode of the podcast, we do a deep dive into puns with Gary Borislow. Gary is a finalist and winner for both the New Yorker Caption Contest as well as the CartoonStock Caption Contest and offers great insight on puns and comedy and general. Below is a link to an excellent article Gary wrote on How Humor Works. The winning caption for New Yorker contest #827 Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 15 Dec 2022 | Episode 89 - Trevor Hoey | 01:29:21 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist, Trevor Hoey. Trevor is also the Operations Director at CartoonStock. We talk to Trevor about his career as a cartoonist, his work at the Cartoon Bank and Condé Nast with Bob Mankoff and his current position at CartoonStock. We also learn at bit more of how the CartoonStock contest is judged. Check out Trevors website here: http://www.trevorlikestodraw.com/archive.html You can also enter the CartoonStock contest here: https://www.cartoonstock.com/caption-contest/current On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... The winning caption for New Yorker contest #828 The current issue of the New Yorker is a double issue, so we’ll be taking a week off. Episode #90 will air the week of December 28th and will be a year in review episode featuring the winningest finalist of 2022. Send us questions or comments to: | |||
| 29 Dec 2022 | Episode 90 - 2022 Year in Review with Nicole Chrolavicius | 01:18:44 | |
On this week's episode we’re joined by the most winningest finalist of 2021 and 2022 for The New Yorker Caption Contest. Nicole was a finalist four times in 2021 as well as four times in 2022 for the New Yorker and also places regularly in the CartoonStock Caption Contest. Nicole shares her process for coming up with captions and then we all discuss our most and least favorite contests of 2022. We then discuss the finalists for Contest #831 and follow that up by talking about current contest #833. Finally, we share our thoughts on the winner of the CartoonStock Cash Prize Contest and wish all of our listeners good luck in 2023. | |||
| 12 Jan 2023 | Episode 91- Nick Downes | 01:18:44 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Nick Downes. Nick shares how he broke into The New Yorker, first as a writer for Charles Adams, and then as a cartoonist of his own. He also shares the frustrations of selling cartoons that are never published in the magazine and, finally, we discuss Nick's cartoon in the Caption Contest. Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 19 Jan 2023 | Episode 92- Jeremy Nguyen | 01:29:03 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Jeremy Nguyen. Jeremy talks about how he got his start at the New Yorker, his recent book (Can I Pet Your Dog?), the Dark Instagram and his upcoming stint as a teacher at Parsons School of Design (if he can find a schedule and figure out what room he has!) We also discuss the most recent CartoonStock contest winners and the current contest. | |||
| 25 Jan 2023 | Episode 93 - Marisa Acocella | 01:37:26 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Marisa Acocella. Marisa shares how she became interested in cartooning and her late start after building a successful career in advertising. She also shares stories about her career, her books, being a breast cancer survivor and, lastly, we discuss Marisa's cartoon in the Caption Contest. Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 02 Feb 2023 | Episode 94 - Mary Lawton | 01:32:05 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Mary Lawton. Mary shares her inspiring story of her twenty-plus year pursuit to sell a cartoon to The New Yorker. Before discussing her first cartoon in the magazine, she tells us about dealing with the rejection and the successes along the way that kept her positive. We also discuss political cartoons in the New Yorker Dailys, the Caption Contest and her work on the syndicated comic strip with King Features called Six Chix. Send us questions or comments to : | |||
| 08 Feb 2023 | Episode 95 - Navied Mahdavian | 01:24:59 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Navied Mahdavian. Navied shares his story of leaving his career as a fifth grade teacher to move to a cabin in Idaho to focus on cartoons. A year after laboring over his cartoons, Navied went to New York and sold a cartoon to The New Yorker with his very first batch! We talk about that path in detail and he shares some of his favorite cartoons. We also discuss Navied's cartoon in the caption contest and his hysterical cartoons in the Rejection Collection. Finally, Navied shares a glimpse into his first graphic memoir, This Country, due to be released in September. | |||
| 15 Feb 2023 | Episode 96 - Crowdsourcing Issues and CartoonStock Contest | 00:37:30 | |
On this week's episode, we discuss the issue of The New Yorker losing roughly 80% of submissions for Contest numbers 834, 835 and 836. After that, we chat about the recent winner and runners up in the CartoonStock Caption Contest. | |||
| 23 Feb 2023 | Episode 97- Larry Wood | 01:10:54 | |
On this week's episode, we're joined once again by Larry Wood. We discuss the recent winner for Contest #835, Finalists for Contest #837 and the recent Contest # 839. We also chat with Larry about the winners and finalists for the CartoonStock Caption Contest. Finally, Beth updates us on the launch of Curated Cartoons. See the link below. | |||
| 02 Mar 2023 | Episode 98 - Daniel Kanhai | 01:36:50 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Daniel Kanhai. Daniel discusses his unique path into The New Yorker, his career in advertising and shares some of his favorite cartoons. Before we wrap, he tells us his hilarious story of being labeled Friend of The Harlem Deer. | |||
| 09 Mar 2023 | Episode 99 - Sarah Morrissette | 01:18:37 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Sarah Morrissette. Sarah shares what it was like being raised in a hippie commune “off the grid” in Northern California and her current life teaching in Austria. We then discuss her career in cartooning and her ongoing pursuit to break into The New Yorker. We end our discussion talking about her incredible paintings which can be found on her website https://morrissette.at/paintings/ | |||
| 17 Mar 2023 | Episode 100 - The One Hundredth | 01:03:41 | |
On this week's episode, we're joined by Nicole Chrolavicious to recap our party over the weekend celebrating our one hundredth episode. We also discuss the recent winner, finalists and current New Yorker Caption Contest. We then talk about the results of last month's CartoonStock Caption Contest. | |||
| 23 Mar 2023 | Episode 101 - Dan Misdea | 01:45:11 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Dan Misdea. We recently met Dan at the 100th Podcast party and we get to enjoy a bit more in-depth conversation with him about his career in cartoons (so far). We talk about how he became a New Yorker cartoonist, his recent cartoon in the CartoonStock contest and his upcoming graphic novel, “The Light Inside”. You can pre-order his book and check out more of his cartoons at:
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| 29 Mar 2023 | Episode 102 - Akeem Roberts | 01:10:24 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Akeem Roberts. Akeem discusses getting into drawing at a young age and his unique path into The New Yorker, a magazine he didn't know much about prior to breaking in. We also discuss his other endeavors and his several cartoons in the caption contest. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... | |||
| 05 Apr 2023 | Episode 103 - Ed Himelblau | 01:04:46 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Ed Himelblau. Ed discusses his career as a Biology Professor and how he strives to mix humor and science. Ed also shares how he got into cartooning at a young age and how he eventually broke into The New Yorker. Finally, we talk about his recent cartoon in the Caption Contest. On Part 1 of the episode, we discuss... | |||
| 13 Apr 2023 | Episode 104 - Lawrence Wood | 00:59:30 | |
On this week's episode, we're joined once again by Larry Wood. We discuss the recent winner for New Yorker Caption Contest #842, Finalists for Contest #844 and the recent Contest # 846. We also chat with Larry about the winners and finalists for the CartoonStock Caption Contest. | |||
| 20 Apr 2023 | Episode 105 - Drew Panckeri | 01:32:45 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Drew Panckeri. Drew talks about how he became a cartoonist and we discuss many of our favorite cartoons he created. We also take a deep dive into the cartoons he’s had in the New Yorker and CartoonStock caption contests. | |||
| 03 May 2023 | Episode 106 - Jason Chatfield | 01:34:42 | |
On this week's episode, Vin and Paul are joined by Jason Chatfield and Nicole Chrolavicius. Jason shares news about his upcoming book "You're not a real parent until...". He also discusses some of his other endeavors from comedy shows to his work as President of the National Cartoonists' Society. Jason then sticks around to chat with us about New Yorker Caption Contest winner for Contest #844 (wine bottle in doctor's office), Finalists for Contest #846 (Demon dog shadow) and the current Contest #848 (Gardeners looking up at a flying couple). | |||
| 11 May 2023 | Episode 107 - Lawrence Wood | 01:13:27 | |
On this week's episode, we're joined by Larry Wood. We open the show by discussing New Yorker Caption Contest winner for Contest #845 (Financial wizard), Finalists for Contest #847 (Airdancer at cocktail party) and the current Contest #849 (Centaur trying on a tux). We then move on to discuss the winner for the recent CartoonStock contest featuring a realtor selling a cat playtree. After that, we share our favorite cartoons from this week's issue and debate over a few cartoons we didn't fully understand. Finally, we discuss the passing of cartoon legend Sam Gross. | |||
| 17 May 2023 | Episode 108 - Rich Sparks | 01:22:07 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Rich Sparks. Rich talks about how he broke into The New Yorker, his drawing style, gag writing and much more. | |||
| 25 May 2023 | Episode 109 - Linda Davis on Charles Addams | 01:32:24 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview writer Linda Davis. Linda is the author of the Charles Addams biography and offers an insight into his personal life and his life as a cartoonist, writer and artist. A link to purchase the book is below. | |||
| 01 Jun 2023 | Episode 110 - Stephen Nadler | 01:26:12 | |
**NOTE: for those who listen just for our thoughts on the caption contest, that starts 42 minutes into our discussion** | |||
| 07 Jun 2023 | Episode 111 - Amy Kurzweil | 01:48:07 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Amy Kurzweil. Amy talks about how she became a cartoonist and breaking into The New Yorker. We also discuss her two fascinating books, Flying Couch and Artificial: A Love Story, which leads to an interesting discussion about A.I. Links to purchase her books can be found on her website below. We then talked about her recent cartoon in the CartoonStock Caption Contest. Finally, Amy shares details about the creative community which she hosts monthly on her patreon account and the link for that is also below. | |||
| 15 Jun 2023 | Episode 112 - Lawrence Wood | 01:11:23 | |
On this week's episode, we're joined once again by Larry Wood. We open the show by discussing the New Yorker Caption Contest winner for Contest #850 (Death guitar), Finalists for Contest #852 (Frog on a pizza) and the current Contest #854 (Business man in pool). We then move on to discuss the winner for the recent CartoonStock contest featuring a women with a closet filled with brains in jars. After that, we share our favorite cartoons from this week's issue. A main thread in the conversation is how you can improve any caption by adding the word “ass” to it. Vin was unable to join the podcast this week, so Nicole Chrolavicius was able to sub for him. | |||
| 22 Jun 2023 | Episode 113 - Ivan Ehlers | 01:30:51 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Ivan Ehlers . Ivan talks about how he became a cartoonist and breaking into The New Yorker. He also shares his drawing and writing technique and his ongoing pursuit to develop a style. We then talk about his cartoons in the CartoonStock Caption Contest. | |||
| 30 Jun 2023 | Episode 114 - Sam Marlow | 01:28:29 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Sam Marlow. Sam talks about his career as a cartoonist and animator. Sam was the background artist for a number of animated shows including SuperJail on Adult Swim. We also talk about his connection with fellow New Yorker cartoonist, Ellis Rosen and how he made his way to becoming a New Yorker cartoonist. http://dollfacecomics.blogspot.com https://www.newyorker.com/.../monday-april-27th-work-from...
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| 06 Jul 2023 | Episode 115 - Lawrence Wood | 01:15:55 | |
For this week’s episode, we had a last minute change in guests due to a family emergency by our scheduled guest, Sara Lautman (everything turned out fine and she’ll be joining us at the end of the month). Larry Wood graciously filled in for her (thanks, Larry!) | |||
| 20 Jul 2023 | Episode 116 - Alan Rozanski | 01:30:51 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Alan Rozanski. Alan had a life long dream of becoming a published cartoonist and decided to make that dream a reality in the last five years. He has had cartoons published in The Wall Street Journal, Saturday Evening Post, Reader's Digest, Alta, The Oldie, Accounting Today, Woman's World, The Phoenix and more. He's met most of his goals, but is still chasing the elusive title of New Yorker Cartoonist. | |||
| 26 Jul 2023 | Episode 117 - Sara Lautman | 01:29:53 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Sara Lautman. We ask Sara about the path she took to being a cartoonist, her early submissions to the New Yorker and her ability to come up with really great cartoons with long captions. She turns the tables on us and asks about how we got into submitting to the caption contests (Paul, Vin and Nicole Chrolavicius. Beth was unable to do the interview portion of the podcast). | |||
| 03 Aug 2023 | Episode 118 - Zoe Si | 01:33:28 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Zoe Si. We talk with Zoe about her path from being a lawyer to becoming a cartoonist and eventually making it into the new Yorker. She also talks about her nomination for a Pulitzer Prize and the honor of becoming a finalist. Zoe also has some great advice for all you frustrated lawyers out there that secretly want to become New Yorker cartoonists! | |||
| 09 Aug 2023 | Episode 119 - Jessica Misener | 00:44:47 | |
On this week’s episode, we talk to the winner of contest #857 (Flying Ant), Jessica Misener. Jessica has a background in creative writing and has been published in Rolling Stone, The Atlantic, Cosmopolitan, The Awl and more. She has worked at BuzzFeed, the Washington Post Creative Group, the New York Times’ T Brand Studio and is currently a Content Editor at LinkedIn. She has written two books, “JOMO: Celebrate the Joy of Missing Out!” and “Things to Do Before You're 30”. You can purchase her books through her webpage here: https://jessicamisener.com Jessica also joins us in talking about the finalists for contest #859 (I’m board with science). We finish up by talking about our favorite cartoons in the current issue of the New Yorker. | |||
| 17 Aug 2023 | Episode 120 - Michael Gerber | 01:32:03 | |
Michael Gerber is Editor and Publisher of the humor magazine, The American Bystander. We talk with Michael about his love of all things humorous, from him reading (and understanding) the National Lampoon when he was six years old to the next issue of the American Bystander (which is an all cartoon issue!) While at Yale, he resurrected the oldest published humor periodical in the country, The Yale Record (which produced many renown cartoonists). He also wrote the Harry Potter parodies (Barry Trotter), which is one of the best selling independently published parodies every written and he served time in SNL writing for the news segment (they released him for good behavior, which will always get you kicked out of SNL). We have a wide ranging discussion of humor and cartoons and cartoonists in particular. Michael shows a great passion for the medium and for all the people who have contributed to the world of humor over the last 100 or so years. You can find out more about The American Bystander (and start a subscription) here: https://www.americanbystander.org You can also become a member of the American Bystander Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/bystander And you can subscribe to The American Bystander Viral Load Substack: https://theamericanbystander.substack.com The winning caption for New Yorker contest #858 (Back Alley Adoption). Finalists for contest #860 (The Restaurant at the End of the Pier). Current New Yorker contest #862 (Seeing Red, Date Night and Blue). Send us questions or comments to : Cartooncaptioncontestpodcast@gmail.com | |||
| 23 Aug 2023 | Episode 121 - Tom Toro | 00:55:54 | |
This week on the podcast, we catch up with Tom Toro. We talk about "Back To School, Backpack", Tom's latest book collaboration with Simon Rich (their previous collaboration was on the book, "I'm Terrified of Bath Time"). We also talk about his syndicated cartoon, "Home Free", which recently celebrated its one year anniversary. | |||
| 30 Aug 2023 | Episode 122 - Ed Himelblau Returns | 01:04:07 | |
This week on the podcast, we welcome back Ed Himelblau . Ed joins us as we discuss New Yorker Caption Contest winner for Contest #860 (rat and pigeon on the beach), Finalists for Contest #862 (political 3D glasses) and the current Contest #864 (gazelle speaking in front of lions). We then choose our favorite cartoons from the current issue and discuss the winners and runners up for the CartoonStock Caption Contest. | |||
| 07 Sep 2023 | Episode 123 - José Arroyo | 01:39:49 | |
Humor writer and cartoonist, José Arroyo joins us on the podcast this week. José Has been a writer for Jay Leno, Dennis Miller, Bill Maher and most recently, Conan O'Brien. He has been a contributor to the New Yorker since 2008. | |||
| 14 Sep 2023 | Episode 124 - Lynn Hsu | 01:29:31 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Lynn Hsu. We talk with Lynn about her path from being an Architect to becoming a cartoonist and eventually making it into the New Yorker. We discuss her caption contest cartoons in both the New Yorker and CartoonStock contests. We also talk about our favorite cartoons she's created. | |||
| 20 Sep 2023 | Episode 125 - Juan Astasio | 01:43:39 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Juan Astasio. We talk with Juan about how he became a new Yorker cartoonist (thanks to all the women in his life, especially moms!) We delve into his method of creating cartoons and talk about his cartoon in the New Yorker caption contest (#859 Scientist at large chalkboard). | |||
| 27 Sep 2023 | Episode 126 - Dave Blazek Returns | 01:38:04 | |
On this week's episode we're joined once again by cartoonist Dave Blazek. We open the show discussing Dave's recent win for Best Newspaper Panel Cartoon in 2023 at the Reuben Awards. Dave discussed the experience, the thrill of winning for the third time and some interactions he had at the award ceremony. | |||
| 05 Oct 2023 | Episode 127 - Lawrence Wood | 01:13:47 | |
All Time New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest winner, Larry Wood joins us to talk about the current New Yorker contests, the CartoonStock contest and our favorite cartoons from this week’s issue of the New Yorker. | |||
| 12 Oct 2023 | Episode 128 - Ken Levine | 01:49:56 | |
Emmy Award winning writer and cartoonist, Ken Levine joins us on the podcast this week. Ken has been a writer for MASH, Cheers, Frasier, Wings. The Simpsons and many more TV shows. | |||
| 19 Oct 2023 | Episode 129 - Barbara Smaller | 01:43:26 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Barbara Smaller. | |||
| 26 Oct 2023 | Episode 130 - Marc Philippe Eskenazi | 01:13:47 | |
Writer. musician and former Assistant (to the) Cartoon Editor, Marc Philippe Eskenazi joins us on the podcast this week. Marc talks about his background and how he came to be the Assistant Cartoon Editor at the New Yorker. We also talk a bit about how the caption contest was run back in 2012. | |||
| 31 Oct 2023 | Episode 131 - Michael Shaw's Halloween Spooktacular | 01:26:12 | |
Michael Shaw joins the podcast this week with a special Halloween episode. | |||
| 08 Nov 2023 | Episode 132 - Lawrence Wood | 01:09:07 | |
All Time New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest winner, Larry Wood joins us to talk about the current New Yorker contests and our favorite cartoons from this week’s issue of the New Yorker. | |||
| 16 Nov 2023 | Episode #133 - Kyle Bravo | 01:36:16 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Kyle Bravo. We talk with Kyle about how he got into cartooning and breaking into The New Yorker. He also shares his drawing style and how it differs for his roughs and his finished work for publication. Kyle then shares how he comes up with his ideas and how he decides where to submit them and when to post on Instagram. Finally we talk about his day job as an art teacher. | |||
| 23 Nov 2023 | Episode 134 - Tim Hamilton | 01:48:22 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Tim Hamilton. | |||
| 29 Nov 2023 | Episode 135 - Carol Lasky and Colin Mills | 01:38:56 | |
On this week's episode we're joined by the most winningest New Yorker Caption Contest Finalist in 2023 and any single year in the history of the contest, Carol Lasky and second place most winningest in any single year in the history of the contest, her son Colin Mills. Carol had 5 finalist captions in TNY Caption Contest this year and Colin had 4. They speak with us about this incredible achievement and reveal some of their strategies for writing captions. We then discuss the winning caption for contest #873 (Mr. Potatoe Head), finalists for contest #875 (geese holding briefcases) and current contest #877 (emoji heads). | |||
| 06 Dec 2023 | Episode 136 - Overtime With Carol Lasky | 01:15:03 | |
Carol Lasky makes a quick return to the podcast and joins us in discussing this week's contests and favorite cartoons from the current New Yorker. We also discuss a few of carol's strategies for writing winning captions. | |||
| 14 Dec 2023 | Episode 137 - Lila Ash | 01:25:42 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Lila Ash. Lila talks with us about how she got her start in cartooning and how she eventually broke into The New Yorker. We also chat about her drawing style, her paintings and how she comes up with her ideas. Lastly, Lila shares her trials and tribulations of writing her graphic memoir "decodependence, a romantic tragicomic". | |||
| 29 Dec 2023 | Episode 138 - 2023 Year in Review | 01:24:25 | |
On this week's episode, Vin, Paul, Beth, Nicole and Larry review past and present contests from 2023 and choose our best and worst of the year. We also discuss the recent winners from last month's CartoonStock Caption Contest. | |||
| 10 Jan 2024 | Episode 139 - Avi Steinberg | 01:12:26 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Avi Steinberg. Avi talks with us about his early life and wanting to become a cartoonist, how he got into the New Yorker, his cartoons and process and reflects on being a kindergarten teacher. | |||
| 17 Jan 2024 | Episode 140 - Amy Hwang | 01:23:41 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Amy Hwang. Amy talks with us about her journey to becoming a New Yorker cartoonist, her sense of humor and we also discuss many of her very funny cartoons. | |||
| 25 Jan 2024 | Episode 141 - Lawrence Wood | 01:00:44 | |
Larry Wood, the All Time New Yorker Cartoon Caption Contest winner, joins us to talk about the current New Yorker contests, the latest CartoonStock contest and our favorite cartoons from this week’s issue of the New Yorker. | |||
| 01 Feb 2024 | Episode 142 - Justin Sheen | 01:33:11 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Justin Sheen. Justin talks with us about how he became a cartoonist, his influences and the methods and techniques of creating his cartoons. | |||
| 08 Feb 2024 | Episode 143 - Brooke Bourgeois | 01:33:58 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist Brooke Bourgeois. Brooke has had an interesting journey on her way to becoming a New Yorker cartoonist: Harvard, neurobiology, Second City Improv, Scotland, Edinburgh Fringe, a MA in Children's Book Illustration... A very eventful journey! | |||
| 21 Feb 2024 | Episode 144 - David Ostow | 01:31:33 | |
On part 2 of this week's episode, we interview cartoonist David Ostow. David tells us about how he became a New Yorker Cartoonist (by the usual route of becoming an Architect first) and his current gig as a stay-at-home dad. | |||