Rob Liefeld: podcast appearances and interviews

Robert Liefeld is an American comic book creator known for his work as a writer and artist. He co-created the characters Cable, with writer Louise Simonson, and Deadpool, with writer Fabian Nicieza. In the early 1990s, Liefeld gained popularity through his work on Marvel Comics' The New Mutants and later X-Force. In 1992, he and several other prominent Marvel illustrators left the company to establish Image Comics, which was notable for producing comic books owned by their creators rather than by publishers. The first publication by Image Comics was Liefeld's Youngblood #1. Liefeld has been recognized as one of the most controversial figures in the comic industry, with discussions surrounding his drawing skills, business practices, and comments. His contributions have had a significant impact on the comic book industry and its creator ownership models.