
PODCASTS, INTERVIEWS, VLOGS
Podcasts
Studio Mahō Episode 1
Before our first chapter dropped we were invited on the Blanime Podcast in Dallas, TX to talk about how the project started and what folks could expect from us. The episode was a landmark for the team being the first podcast we were ever featured on, and it’s only been upwards since then! Enjoy the episode that started it all and be sure to follow Blanime on all their social media platforms! Check out the rest of their episodes below.
Studio Mahō Episode 2
God Punch writer/creator Patrick Thomas is featured on the Carefree Black Nerd Podcast and discusses the story itself, building a supportive team, and what’s next after the recent release of the first chapter! Check out all of the Carefree Black Nerd Podcast episodes and more in the link below!
Studio Mahō Episode 3
This episode Studio Mahō traveled back to Dallas, TX for AnimeFest, an anime convention spanning the entire weekend. While we were there we stopped by the Blanime Podcast to discuss the convention, God Punch chapter 1, and what exactly was next for us as upcoming creators. Don’t forget to follow Blanime on all their social media platforms and check out the rest of their episodes right below.
Studio Mahō Episode 4
In this episode writer/creator Patrick Thomas and illustrator Ayinde Hall jump on the Rogue Shogunate Anime Podcast to introduce them to God Punch and get their opinion on the summer 2019 anime lineup! Check out the rest of the content from the Rogue Shogunate Anime Podcast below.
Studio Mahō Episode 5
Check out this clip of God Punch writer/creator Patrick Thomas with the Worst Generation Podcast discussing building the God Punch brand, balancing a passion project with a 9 to 5, and classic anime fight debates, as well as Patrick’s favorite mangaka, Eiichiro Oda! Listen to the full episode and more in the link below.
Studio Mahō Episode 6
Check out this snippet of God Punch illustrator Ayinde Hall with the Worst Generation Podcast discussing his freelance graphic design business, how he decided to join Team God Punch, and what it takes to become one of the greats in the art world. Find the full interview and other Worst Generation Podcast episodes below.
Studio Mahō Episode 7
A sneak peek of the Team God Punch interview with Worst Generation Podcast. This episode features writer/creator Patrick Thomas, illustrator Ayinde Hall, and content editor Kenneth “Duke” Moore discussing the path to a successful brand and what it really takes to get your project out the mud. Listen to the full episode and more from the Worst Generation Podcast below.
Studio Mahō Episode 8
A sneak peek of the Team God Punch interview with the Blxxk Anime Podcast. We discuss the imminent release of God Punch chapter 2, our favorite anime, and Yin’s childhood visit to Master P’s house?? You won’t want to miss this episode! Listen to the whole thing and the rest of their episodes below.
Studio Mahō Episode 9
Writer/Creator Patrick Thomas takes a solo trip back to Dallas, TX to give the Blanime Podcast an extra exclusive interview about God Punch chapter 2 just minutes after it dropped on the Webtoon app! They discuss the portfolio reviews with Viz Media, current anime watchlists, and what’s next for Team God Punch. Don’t forget to check out the rest of their episodes and follow them on all their social media platform below.
Studio Mahō Episode 10
Sneak peek of writer/creator Patrick Thomas’ in depth interview with the Manga x Manga Podcast on the inspiration behind God Punch, its first two chapters, and Patrick’s gateway into the anime realm. Listen to the full episode and others by the Manga x Manga Podcast below.
Studio Mahō Episode 11
Check out this snippet of part 1 of writer/creator Patrick Thomas’ solo interview with the Cool Concept Podcast on God Punch, his favorite anime, the writing process, and more! Listen to the full episode and others by the Cool Concept Podcast below.
Studio Mahō Episode 12
Illustrator Ayinde Hall interviews solo with the Blanime Podcast to talk about creating the art for God Punch chapter 2 during quarantine, the newly released TeamGodPunch website, the portfolio review with VIZ Media at Anime NYC, and more! Click the link below to check out all the links to the Blanime Podcast’s content!
Studio Mahō Episode 13
Illustrator Ayinde Hall returns to the Blanime Podcast to discuss his experiences with hosting his first panel at Dream Con 2021, the new team members of Studio Mahō and the inspiration behind the name change, what’s new in the life of Ayinde, and more! Click the link below to check out all the links to the Blanime Podcast’s content!
Studio Mahō Episode 14
Studio Mahō creator & illustator Ayinde Hall visits the Build Casters to discuss the formation of Studio Mahō and ensconce listeners in the world and narrative of his Mecha Manga series: Blade Titans. Ayinde also discusses other works that he is planning. Follow the Build Casters on their social media platforms and do not miss out on the rest of their content!
Studio Mahō Episode 15
Studio Mahō creator & writer Patrick Thomas and creator & illustrator Ayinde Hall visit the Geek Wrld Podcast to discuss the origin of Studio Mahō and their inspirations behind the creation of God Punch and Blade Titans. Patrick and Ayinde also discuss any future plans within Studio Mahō itself. Follow the Geek Wrld Podcast on their social media platforms and do not miss out on the rest of their content!
Studio Mahō Episode 16
Studio Mahō creator & illustrator Ayinde Hall visits the Anime Lately podcast to discuss the aspirations behind Studio Mahō as well as to partake in the discussion of what’s new in the world of anime and manga. Click the link below to follow Anime Lately on all of their socials and do not miss out on their content!
Studio Mahō Episode 17
Studio Mahō creator Patrick Thomas and illustrator Ayinde Hall visit the Khaotic Kulture podcast to discuss their series God Punch and Blade Titans, as well as discuss the importance of art and storytelling. Click the link below to follow the Khaotic Kulture podcast’s social media and do not miss out on their content!
Video Interviews
Change of Planz Part 1
Writer/Creator Patrick Thomas, illustrator Ayinde Hall, and content editor Kenneth “Duke” Moore, sit down with @changeofplanz to discuss the origin of God Punch and what it means to be creating a series with a Black lead. Make sure you check out the Change of Planz YouTube channel and follow them on all their social media platforms!
Change of Planz Part 2
In this continuation of the interview with @changeofplanz, the team discusses the recent trip to Anime NYC and their important portfolio review with the largest graphic novel and comic book publisher in the United States, Viz Media. The team also teases the upcoming introduction of the series’ first superpowered Black woman character. Check out the rest of the Change of Planz content on YouTube and follow them on all their social media platforms!
Change of Planz Part 3
This final part of the interview with @changeofplanz features discussion on the Team God Punch merchandise sales and what the rest of their trip to NYC entailed. Check out the rest of the Change of Planz content on YouTube and follow them on all their social media platforms!
Anime Lately Interview
Team God Punch sits down with the Anime Lately Podcast to discuss the origins of the series, the team, current anime, and what the journey to becoming a household name has been like since the duo started. Check the rest of the Anime Lately content on YouTube and follow them on all their social media platforms!
Other Interviews
Voyage Houston - Patrick Thomas
Popular magazine, Voyage Houston, reached out to God Punch writer/creator Patrick Thomas to interview him about how he started Team God Punch, the struggles of getting a brand out of the mud, and the journey to success. Click below to read the article.
Voyage Houston - Ayinde Hall
In a follow up from magazine Voyage Houston’s previous interview with God Punch writer/creator Patrick Thomas, Voyage interviews the illustrator for the series, Ayinde Hall. He discusses what it’s like working on God Punch, being a freelance graphic designer, and his favorite childhood memories. Click below to read the article.