Creators on the Couch - Ted Anderson

Capes On the Couch - Where Comics Get Counseling

We bring on Ted Anderson, writer of Side Effects, to talk about his OGN that combines mental health and superpowers in a very unique way - don't miss it!

• Intro
• Background
  • How long have you been plotting the story in your head? (10:10)

• Side Effects
  • Impetus for writing the story
  • Hannah - relatable college kid drowning in everything
    • Reluctant hero syndrome with the powers
    • Are the powers real or imagined - the book plays with it

  • Dr. Jacobs - put upon mental health professional (37:15)
    • Changing medication frequently - how accurate is that? (20:15)

  • Ella - solid supportive character (44:40)
    • Friendlier than almost any roommate I had in college

  • Iz - Got her own baggage (49:50)
    • Her manic episode towards the end reminded me of Nadia’s in Unstoppable Wasp - Jeremy Whitley gave quote on back

  • Situations in school - what was source of the obstacles? (56:00)
  • Tara & Dave - how did you hook up with them? (60:10)
  • Next stories? (65:05)

• Ending
  • Next episodes: Kang the Conqueror, Animal sidekicks, Claire Voyant
  • Plugs for social

References:

• Marbles: Mania, Depression, Michelangelo, and Me by Ellen Forney - Ted (8:40)
• Barking by Lucy Sullivan - Ted (9:00)

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