# What's the Best Business Model for Comics?

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Podcast: [Comic Lab](https://stenobird.com/podcast/comic-lab-687123)
Published: 2026-07-16T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://patreon.com/comiclab
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## Resource

Brad and Dave discuss why putting your comic online for free is still the strongest way to build a sustainable career.

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