{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The United States Department of Nerds Podcast","title":"Building a Comic Universe from Scratch | Alejandro Rosales Duran","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/7a7fb9c2\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3198,"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 & 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 processThis 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/alejorosales94YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DrakoAndSambosIncTikTok: 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 orderAffiliate disclosure: USDN may earn a commission if you use our link or code.🗣️ Business / Media Inquiries: thechairman@usdnpodcast.com","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/jK77dc0vRU6rdQe3lGzQeHxWXmC-iqPIYcsRvu3WnRw/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xMDE0/NzI5MzBlZGRiOGQ2/MzFlNGI2NzJiMzc2/MTczOC5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}