# Saurabh Bhatia: Building the Future of Indie Comics with Comix.one

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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: 2026-05-04T14:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

What happens after a successful Kickstarter campaign? On this episode of the USDN Podcast, we sit down with Saurabh Bhatia, founder of Comix.one, to explore the challenges indie comic creators face after crowdfunding—and how his platform aims to solve them. Drawing from his own experience launching a Kickstarter comic, Saurabh breaks down the biggest gaps in the current system: loss of momentum, discoverability issues, and the lack of long-term infrastructure for creators. We discuss: The lifecycle of indie comics after crowdfunding The need for a unified ecosystem for creators Digital and print-on-demand distribution Integrated crowdfunding and fulfillment solutions Creator subscriptions and recurring revenue Live selling, streaming, and fan engagement Building a shared comics economy This episode is a deep dive into the future of indie comics and the systems being built to support creators long-term. 🔗 Learn More Comix.one: https://www.comix.one/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/comix_app/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@comix_app 📺 WATCH MORE USDN PODCAST YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@USDN_Podcast 💼 BUSINESS / MEDIA INQUIRIES thechairman@usdnpodcast.com 🧰 COLLECTOR TIP OF THE WEEK Protect your comic collection with BCW Supplies: https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=usdn Use code USDN for 10% off your order. Affiliate Disclosure: USDN may earn a commission if you use our link or code. 🎙️ ABOUT USDN The USDN Podcast is a creator-focused media platform spotlighting the people shaping independent comics through cinematic, in-depth conversations. 🎙️ The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life

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