{"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":"Building a Comic Universe from Scratch | Alejandro Rosales Duran","slug":"building-a-comic-universe-from-scratch-alejandro-rosales-duran","published_at":"2026-03-27T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372/building-a-comic-universe-from-scratch-alejandro-rosales-duran","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/7a7fb9c2","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/7a7fb9c2/fdda730a.mp3","summary":"In this episode of The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life , The Chairman sits down with Alejandro Rosales Duran , creator of Drako & Sambos Inc. , to discuss what it really takes to build a comic universe from scratch. Coming from Colombia, Alejandro is working to create his own lane in the global comic space — developing original characters, telling new stories, and building a creator-owned brand from the ground up. The conversation explores: • Alejandro’s origin story and early inspirations • The creation of Drako & Sambos Inc. • His comic project Archer of Heat • The realities of the indie creator grind • Social media strategies for artists • The importance of consistency and enjoying the creative process This episode is a deep dive into the mindset, discipline, and vision required to build something of your own in the indie comic space. 📍 Follow Alejandro: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drakoandsambosinc Instagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/alejorosales94 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrakoAndSambosInc TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drakoandsambosinc01 📺 USDN YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@USDN_Podcast 🧠 Collector Tip of the Week (BCW Supplies): Protect, store, and upgrade 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. 🗣️ Business / Media Inquiries: thechairman@usdnpodcast.com","meta_description":"In this episode of The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comics Come to Life , The Chairman sits down with Alejandro Rosales Duran , creator of Drako & Sambo…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":3198,"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/building-a-comic-universe-from-scratch-alejandro-rosales-duran/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/building-a-comic-universe-from-scratch-alejandro-rosales-duran.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}