[00:00:30] Jesse Thorn: Welcome back to Bullseye, everyone. I’m Jesse Thorn, and I’m joined today by the brilliant, the insightful, the utterly captivating… well, I’m not sure what to call her, but she’s here. [00:00:45] Guest: (laughing) I’m just a regular person.

Anyone can learn to draw, anyone can learn to write, anyone can learn to tell a story. This belief is evident in her work, which is characterized by its accessibility and clarity. Lynda Barry’s work is characterized by its accessibility and clarity.

I’m just glad to be here. Jesse Thorn: So, you’ve been working on a new book. Tell us about it.

But, you know, the most important thing is that I want to make sure that you feel comfortable and supported in my class. This is a big class, and I want to make sure that everyone feels like they have a voice and that their opinions are heard. I want to create a classroom environment where everyone feels safe and respected. I want to be a facilitator, not a dictator.

Jesse Thorn: Have you ever been self-conscious of your own drawing? Lynda Barry: Yeah! Yeah. I think that that’s part of the deal. I think that’s always a little bit part of it. And self-consciousness, on one hand feels terrible, but there’s always a little bit of a thrill with it too. And so, I think that—you know—when you’re drawing, it’s always kind of a live performance. Especially if you’re drawing with real paper and real ink, versus on a tablet that has that step back feature or the delete button. If you’re going forward, it’s sort of like a live performance. And it’s a record of how your hand is moving. That’s what a drawing is, a record of how your human hand is moving and sort of the traces it left behind.

So, there’s always an element of freak out in it, but that’s the part that’s good. If I can show people that that’s the part that’s fun. And the fastest way that I can do that is by asking them to close their eyes. And I ask them to draw something for me for one minute, not opening their eyes. And I always ask them to draw a bacon and egg breakfast with coffee and silverware—with their eyes closed—for one minute. And when people do it, they’re freaking out. And then they open their eyes, and they’re always super happy. They always start laughing, because they can see the bacon and eggs and the—it’s all there. They didn’t see it happen.

**Prompting Creativity: Mermaids with a Twist**

This is a great example of how to use a prompt to elicit creative responses. **Response:** A mermaid with a crown of seaweed, a tail that’s a kaleidoscope of colors, and a face that’s a mix of human and fish.

I like that metaphor. It’s so simple, but it’s so powerful. It’s like, you know, you can have a glass of wine, or you can have a glass of tequila, or you can have a glass of beer. You can have a glass of something that’s sweet, or something that’s sour, or something that’s dry.

This is a powerful statement about the power of imagination and the limitations of our senses. It suggests that our minds are capable of creating and visualizing things far beyond what our eyes can perceive. The statement also highlights the importance of letting go of preconceived notions and embracing the creative process.

This is what makes comics unique. Jesse Thorn: The medium is a powerful tool for storytelling, capable of conveying complex emotions and ideas. Comics can be used to explore a wide range of themes, from social commentary to personal experiences.

It’s like a magic trick. It makes you feel something. It’s like, you know, a feeling of hope, of joy, of love, or even of sadness. Music can do that. It’s like a magic potion. It’s like a magic potion that can make you feel all the emotions.

This is a very interesting idea, and it’s something that I’ve been thinking about a lot. I’ve been reading a lot of comics lately, and I’ve noticed that there’s a lot of repetition in them. There are certain recurring themes, characters, and motifs that appear throughout the comic.

[00:10:10] Comics are a form of visual storytelling. They use a combination of words and images to convey a narrative. [00:10:20] The earliest forms of comics were simple, often featuring single panels or a few panels. [00:

But I think I went into comics because it was the most accessible way to combine all of my interests. Lynda Barry, a renowned comic artist and writer, has a unique perspective on the medium. She believes that comics are the most accessible way to combine her interests in writing, art, and storytelling.

This is a funny story about a woman who loves scissors. She’s a professional, and she’s very good at what she does. She’s a master of her craft. She’s a master of her scissors.

I think I was about 10 years old when I started to really get into comics. The speaker’s interest in comics began with a fascination for the shapes and characters within them. This fascination stemmed from a deep appreciation for the importance of silhouettes in comics. The speaker’s early interest in comics was sparked at the age of 10.

This is a comic strip that has been running for over 40 years. It’s known for its simple, humorous, and relatable characters and storylines. The comic strip is a staple of American culture, and it’s been featured in newspapers across the country. Family Circus has been praised for its ability to capture the essence of childhood, its humor that appeals to both children and adults, and its enduring popularity.

Lynda Carter: Well, my family was very loving and supportive. My parents were both very involved in my life, and they were always there to help me with anything I needed. They were very supportive of my acting career, and they were always encouraging me to pursue my dreams. Jesse Thorn: That’s great to hear.

The passage describes a childhood spent in a large, immigrant family. The author recalls a time when their family was very large, with many people living in the same house. The author’s family was diverse, with members from different countries and backgrounds. The author’s grandmother played a significant role in their life, providing guidance and support.

Lynda, welcome to the show. **Lynda Barry:** Thanks for having me, Jesse. **Jesse Thorn:** So, Lynda, you’ve been making comics for a long time. You’ve had a lot of success, but you’ve also been very outspoken about the challenges of being a cartoonist. What are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced in your career? **Lynda Barry:** Well, I think the biggest challenge is the isolation.

He made the food for you to eat. He made the clothes for you to wear. He made the music for you to listen to. He made the love for you to feel.

David Byrne: Well, I think it’s a bit of a cliché, but I think it’s true. You know, the idea that you’re going to find your tribe, your people, your community. And I think that’s a really powerful idea.

And I go, “Yeah!” (Laughs.) And he goes, “Well, my model just canceled. Come on—you know, can you model? I have a class waiting?” I’m like, “Suuure.” And so, I followed him, and I didn’t understand that in life drawing classes, there’s this whole protocol where you take your clothes off like behind some curtain, and you wear a kimono, and you come out, and you look very together and take the kimono off and hold this pose. The only naked posing I had seen was Playboy, right? So, I took my clothes off right there. Like, kicked my underpants off my foot and like, “What do you want me to do?”

(Laughs.)

This is a story about a man who was caught in a compromising situation. The man was caught in a compromising situation with a woman.

* A professor modeled smoking for students. * The professor was named Marilyn Frasca. * The professor smoked while teaching. * The social context of the time was a time when smoking was widespread.

This is a quote from a young adult novel, and it reflects a common experience among students. Many students feel a sense of curiosity and wonder about their teachers, wanting to understand their perspectives and beliefs. This curiosity is often fueled by the teacher’s unique personality, teaching style, or the subject matter itself.

**1. The speaker’s initial belief:** The speaker starts by stating that they believed anything with light in it contained God. This belief is deeply rooted in their worldview and likely stems from a religious or spiritual upbringing. **2.

I write in a computer word processor. I write the words, and then I use a program to convert them into a comic. Lynda Barry: I don’t think it’s about the medium. I think it’s about the process. The process is what matters. The process is what makes the comic.

This is a process that I’ve been doing for years, and it’s something that I’ve come to rely on. It’s a way of working that allows me to be more creative and to explore different ideas. This process is not just about drawing, it’s about the whole creative process.

Versus this idea—if you’ve ever had to write a bio, for example, and they tell you, “We just want it to be 250 words.” And you try to do it on a computer, that can take you hours. Right? ‘Cause you’re just like hitting that delete button, trying to make the sentence just right. Or you can skip the middleman and just write it by hand (chuckles) on a piece of paper. So, I’ve just learned to work that way. And I have—I’ve never been good at doing roughs or sketches beforehand. It has to be—it has to be live.

He’s fascinated by the way they form, the way they fall, and the way they melt. He’s fascinated by the way they’re so fragile yet so resilient. This fascination with snowflakes and snow is a metaphor for the way he sees the world. He sees the world as a complex, interconnected system, where everything is constantly changing and evolving.

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Jesse Thorn: Welcome back to Bullseye. I’m Jesse Thorn. [Sound of a dog barking]

Jesse Thorn: I’m joined today by the one and only Lynda Barry. Lynda, welcome to the show. Lynda Barry: Thanks for having me, Jesse.

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Ify: We also have a cooking competition. We call it the “Iron Chef” competition. Sierra: And we have a guest chef who comes in and challenges the chefs. Ify: And the guest chef is always a renowned chef.

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You’re not just saying it, you’re embodying it. You’re feeling it. You’re experiencing it. [00:26:00] This is a powerful technique for overcoming fear and anxiety. It’s a technique that can help you to feel more confident and empowered in your life.

This is a conversation between Jesse Thorn, host of the podcast “The Jesse Thorn Show,” and Lynda Barry, a renowned cartoonist and writer. They are discussing the cuteness of internal organs. The conversation begins with Jesse Thorn expressing his own feelings about the cuteness of internal organs.

The author believes that their creative process is a form of “letting go” and a way to access a deeper, more intuitive understanding of the world. They describe this process as a “dreaming part of their life” and believe that it is a separate entity from their conscious mind. This “dreaming part” is where they find inspiration and insights, and they believe it is a source of wisdom and creativity.

You’re a junkie!” they’ll scream. “You’re a junkie!” they’ll shout. “You’re a junkie!” they’ll roar. This is a common experience for people struggling with addiction.

This is a key concept in the field of storytelling. It’s about understanding the context, the audience, and the purpose of the story. It’s about creating an environment where the story can flourish. The first step in this process is to understand the context. This includes the historical, cultural, and social factors that influence the story.

Comics are like a conversation with your inner child. They’re like a conversation with your subconscious. They’re like a conversation with your past. They’re like a conversation with your future. They’re like a conversation with your imagination. They’re like a conversation with your dreams.

This is a powerful tool for self-discovery and understanding. It can help you understand your own emotions, thoughts, and experiences in a way that you may not have been able to before. For example, let’s say you’re feeling anxious about a job interview. You might draw a scene depicting the interview room, the interviewer, and yourself.

[00:30:00] —and then meeting this medical student and saying to her, “I hear you held my heart.” (Laughs.) I mean, like—but the drawings themselves, even though they look like, you know, Beavis and Butthead kind of—I mean, you can’t really believe you’re looking at a surgical procedure, and it does look like eighth graders are drawing it. But there is some information there that is able to come through that is very different than the kind of information that comes through from talking. So, just in terms of—I don’t know—inquiry. Just in terms of trying to understand something in depth, the act of adding drawing—in particular, comic drawing—can just get you somewhere deeper, and in a way that you can’t get to with just words. You just can’t get there with just words.

I’m so excited about the book. It’s been a long time coming. Jesse Thorn: So, Lynda, your book, Making Comics, is a comprehensive guide to the art of comics. It’s a culmination of your decades of experience and expertise. Lynda Barry: It’s true.

Bullseye is a podcast that features a variety of guests, including comedians, musicians, and writers. The podcast is known for its conversational style, which allows for a wide range of topics to be discussed. The podcast is also known for its humor, which is often witty and insightful. Bullseye is a podcast that is both entertaining and thought-provoking.

This is a summary of the podcast “The Dollop,” a comedy podcast that tells true stories. The podcast is produced by Maximum Fun, a company that produces a variety of podcasts. The podcast is hosted by Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds. The show is known for its comedic take on historical events, often using humor to highlight the absurdity of the past.

I think that’s about it. Just remember: all great radio hosts have a signature signoff. Promo: Bullseye with Jesse Thorn is a production of MaximumFun.org and is distributed by NPR. (Music fades out.)