# Alex De Luca - Building Dragon Whisperer & a Steampunk Comic Universe

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Podcast: [The United States Department of Nerds Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372)
Published: 2026-03-30T14:00:00+00:00
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Alex De Luca - Building Dragon Whisperer & a Steampunk Comic Universe In this episode of The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life , The Chairman sits down with comic creator Alex De Luca. From his early days discovering comics in a small newsstand to breaking into the industry through persistence and passion, Alex shares the full journey behind his career. We explore the creation of Dragon Whisperer , a steampunk fantasy story that flips the traditional dragon narrative by focusing on communication instead of conflict. Alex also dives into: His creative process as a writer and letterer The importance of collaboration in comics The realities of breaking into the comic industry How personal life experiences shape storytelling 🔗 CHECK OUT ALEX DE LUCA Dragon Whisperer: https://www.red5comics.com/dragon-whisperer Fallen (Red 5 Comics): https://www.red5comics.com/fallen-1 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alexbabyblue Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alexanderbabyblue/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/alexgdeluca.bsky.social 📢 SUPPORT USDN Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/@USDN_Podcast Linktree: https://linktr.ee/USDN_Podcast 👍 Like | 💬 Comment | 🔔 Subscribe | 📢 Share 🧠 COLLECTOR TIP OF THE WEEK Shop BCW Supplies: https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=usdn Use Code: USDN for 10% OFF Affiliate Disclosure: USDN may earn a commission if you use our link or code. 📬 BUSINESS / MEDIA INQUIRIES thechairman@usdnpodcast.com

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