{"podcast":{"title":"The United States Department of Nerds Podcast","slug":"the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372","podcast_index_feed_id":6458372,"rss_url":"https://feeds.transistor.fm/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast","website_url":null,"image_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/3uR7wzHPN4OuGqAXjlJP-WKXevDcYxp6TefwvEFCYkI/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xMDE0/NzI5MzBlZGRiOGQ2/MzFlNGI2NzJiMzc2/MTczOC5wbmc.jpg","author":"Datfeelin Podcast Network","episode_count":126,"summary":"USDN Podcast is a cinematic indie comics interview series hosted by the USDN_Chairman and the Council of Nerds spotlighting the creators, storytellers, and worldbuilders shaping the future of independent comics. Each episode dives beyond headlines into the real journeys behind the books from Kickstarter launches and creative struggles to the philosophies driving today’s indie storytelling movement. This isn’t about rumors or recycled news. It’s about the people creating the worlds. Through in-depth conversations, creator spotlights, and crowdfunding discussions, USDN explores: • The rise of indie comics • The business of crowdfunding • The art of worldbuilding • The realities of independent storytelling USDN is where indie comics come to life for the fans, by the creators, and powered by the community.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-31T02:20:16.542664+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372"},"episode":{"title":"Bruno Catarino Returns | Space Odyssey, Kickstarter Strategy & Indie Comics","slug":"bruno-catarino-returns-space-odyssey-kickstarter-strategy-indie-comics","published_at":"2026-04-20T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372/bruno-catarino-returns-space-odyssey-kickstarter-strategy-indie-comics","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/e6af7cc5","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/e6af7cc5/02b567a7.mp3","summary":"What happens when one of the greatest stories ever told is reimagined through indie comics? Bruno Catarino returns to the USDN Podcast to discuss Space Odyssey , a sci-fi reinterpretation of The Odyssey that transforms myth into a galaxy-spanning journey. From redefining gods as modern systems of power to exploring the unknown depths of space, this conversation dives deep into storytelling, worldbuilding, and the evolution of mythology. We also discuss Bruno’s live Kickstarter campaign Family and Honour , along with insights into indie publishing and building momentum for successful launches. 🚀 FOLLOW THE PROJECTS Space Odyssey: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/redwulfcomics/space-odyssey-1-homers-epic-like-youve-never-seen-it Family and Honour (LIVE): https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/redwulfcomics/family-and-honour-a-12th-century-historical-drama 📺 WATCH MORE USDN Subscribe and join the Council of Nerds: https://www.youtube.com/@USDN_Podcast 🤝 SUPPORT THE SHOW BCW Supplies (Use Code: USDN): https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=usdn Affiliate Disclosure: USDN may earn a commission if you use our link or code. 📬 BUSINESS / MEDIA INQUIRIES thechairman@usdnpodcast.com","meta_description":"What happens when one of the greatest stories ever told is reimagined through indie comics? Bruno Catarino returns to the USDN Podcast to discuss Space Od…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3922,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372/episodes/bruno-catarino-returns-space-odyssey-kickstarter-strategy-indie-comics/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372/bruno-catarino-returns-space-odyssey-kickstarter-strategy-indie-comics.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}