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Interview with Prolific Vector Artist Orlando “Mexifunk” Arocena

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Orlando Arocena aka “Mexifunk” is one of the most sought-after digital artists in the world. It’s more than likely that the packaging on one of your Blu-ray/4k discs, action figures, or some of the posters from your favorite films are one of his pieces. His art style is unmistakable, as well as incomparable. From working in an entry level position with DC Comics to having his own art on display at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Orlando is a prime example of what happens when you mix hustling with a bit of fate. See my exclusive interview with the man himself below.

“In life you have to make certain decisions. You have to pace yourself, and if you make a mistake you have to be able to make it work to your favor or you have to accept it and turn the page and start fresh.” – Orlando Arocena


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“Sometimes things come very, very easy and you got these fast lanes to go there. You know I get really worried about fast lanes because if there isn’t any really big learning curve…then it’s coming off too, too, too easy. I want some struggle, some mistakes, some mishaps, some failure, some learning. Thats a really great process for life and for business.” – Orlando Arocena

Ted aka Steady is the Editor in Chief of the Countdown City Geeks. He has covered some of the largest pop culture events in the world including San Diego Comic-Con and hosted a variety of events from eSports Tourneys, film festivals, to moderating panels at conventions.

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Success of Thundercats comic leads to the relaunch of Silverhawks – Interview with Thundercats Apex/Silverhawks writer Ed Brisson

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Ed Brisson talked about how growing up as a kid he read Captain Canuck comic, and as he got older, he realized he wanted to get into the comic industry as an artist. Then by that time, McFarlane hit the scene and he found McFarlane as his inspiration to follow and start drawing. He also said that growing up in Canada, it was hard to find a writer to work with. So he started writing and drawing his comic, and then started self publishing his work, hoping to get noticed by the industry. His crime series Murder Book helped Ed get noticed. He has received critical acclaim with his 2012 time travel/crime series Comeback.

Cover of Thundercats Apex #1

After that, he wrote/co-wrote for Image comics – Sheltered, The Field, The Mantle and The Violent, to name a few.

Then in 2015, Dark Hose re-published his Murder Book. He then got to work with DC, Marvel, Boom, IDW, and Aftershook. 

Later he was able to write on one of his favorite IP’s Predator a series Marvel published. It was a 6 issue series. 

He is currently working with Dynamite comics to help bring the SilverHawks back to life. Declan Shalvey and Draw Moss brought back Thundercats and helped establish the Thunder-verse. This successful venture has led to relaunching the Silverhawks. 

Ed stated we will see how the Silverhawks were established and how the team was formed. We will get back stories for these characters, which we didn’t get in the cartoon series. By issue three, we will see the team assembled and how Stargazer was part of the first team that led to the Silverhawks.

The series will hit local comic book shops in January 2025.

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The Schwartz has spoken… Spaceballs 2 in the works! – Interview with Michael Winslow

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Michael Winslow actor, comedian is referred to as The Man of 10,000 Sound Effects for the unique talent of creating sounds effects by just using his voice, “voicetramentalist”. He is best known for his reoccurring role as Larvell Jones in the Police Academy film series. Winslow also appeared in the cult classic 1987 film Spaceballs as the quirky Radar Technician.

Hear about Michael Winslow’s incredible voice skills and how he enjoys confusing AI – Siri. Winslow also confirms that Mel Brooks will be producing Spaceballs 2 and yes, the Radar Technician will be in the cast! Although, he was not able to reveal many details, fans will be thrilled with excitement for the sequel.

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Victoria Vesce pulls off epic power move ahead of Monday’s episode of ‘The Anonymous’ – Interview

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Victoria Vesce ascended upon the set of The Anonymous as a major twist in the game. Hear some behind the scenes stories of the cast, whether she would like to join another reality show after this one and what fans can expect for the rest of the show.

Victoria DeHart Vesce, now based in Miami, Florida, is a graduate of NC State University with a Bachelor of Arts in Media Communications and has obtained her Juris Doctorate from Charleston School of Law. She currently owns her own company called Victoria Vesce Agency where she helps businesses and individuals showcase their most authentic selves while obtaining success through social media.

She continues to model and grow her social media platform. She is signed model with JL Model Management, Marilyn’s Agency, and NY MMG. 


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