{"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":"Joe Kazmer & Jarrod Burris | Collision Force #2","slug":"joe-kazmer-jarrod-burris-collision-force-2","published_at":"2026-07-30T14:00:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372/joe-kazmer-jarrod-burris-collision-force-2","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-united-states-department-of-nerds-podcast-6458372","url":"https://share.transistor.fm/s/81bcddc0","audio_url":"https://media.transistor.fm/81bcddc0/eb6fd214.mp3","summary":"Joe Kazmer and Jarrod Burris join The USDN Podcast to discuss Collision Force #2 , an action-packed creator-owned comic that's been described as an \"R-Rated G.I. Joe.\" From building an original comic universe to crowdfunding and cinematic storytelling, Joe and Jarrod share the story behind the series, how their creative partnership began, the transition from screenwriting to comics, lessons learned through Kickstarter, and why action comics still have an important place in today's independent comic industry. In This Episode The origins of Collision Force Building an \"R-Rated G.I. Joe\" for indie comics Creator-owned worldbuilding Screenwriting vs. comic writing Writing action for comics Crowdfunding lessons Why action comics still matter The future of Collision Force Learn More 🚀 Kickstarter https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rowdybroncocreative/collision-force-2 🌐 Official Website https://collisionforce.net Connect with the USDN Podcast 🎙️ Subscribe on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@USDN_Podcast 🔗 Follow USDN Everywhere https://linktr.ee/usdn_podcast ❤️ Support the Channel on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/cw/thedfpn Support Our Affiliate Partner 📦 BCW Supplies Use code USDN to save on comic book bags, boards, storage boxes, and collecting supplies. https://www.bcwsupplies.com/?acc=usdn USDN may earn a commission from qualifying purchases made through this affiliate link. Business / Media Inquiries: 📧 thechairman@usdnpodcast.com If you enjoy conversations with independent comic creators, creator-owned comics, Kickstarter campaigns, worldbuilding, and behind-the-scenes looks at making comics, be sure to follow the podcast , leave a rating or review on your favorite podcast platform, and share this episode with a fellow comic fan. The USDN Podcast - Where Indie Comi…","meta_description":"Joe Kazmer and Jarrod Burris join The USDN Podcast to discuss Collision Force #2 , an action-packed creator-owned comic that's been described as an \"R-Rat…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":4387,"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/joe-kazmer-jarrod-burris-collision-force-2/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/joe-kazmer-jarrod-burris-collision-force-2.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}