Seattle's own Fantagraphics is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. That's 50 years of comics, graphic novels, and counterculture media to look back on. 

To mark the occasion, we got in touch with artists, fans, and Fantagraphics staff to hear what they love most about the publisher. Plus, we spoke to Eric Reynolds, the vice president and associate publisher who identifies as the company's former "corporate shill and paid apologist." He's been with Fantagraphics for more than three decades, yet he said he doesn't feel like he's worked a day in that time. 

There's not a formal RIYL this week, but you can support Fantagraphics for the next 50 years by visiting their shop in Seattle's Georgetown neighborhood. Check out some of the biggest names they've published over the years, including:
Peter Bagge
Daniel Clowes
Robert Crumb
Emil Ferris
Gilbert, Jaime and Mario Hernandez
Trina Robbins
Joe Sacco
Carol Tyler
Jim Woodring

Help keep KUOW's local podcasts going strong! Donate now at kuow.org/meet. 

Seattle's own Fantagraphics is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. That's 50 years of comics, graphic novels, and counterculture media to look back on.&nbsp;
To mark the occasion, we got in touch with artists, fans, and Fantagraphics staff to hear what they love most about the publisher. Plus, we spoke to Eric Reynolds, the vice president and associate publisher who identifies as the company's former "corporate shill and paid apologist." He's been with Fantagraphics for more than three decades, yet he said he doesn't feel like he's worked a day in that time.&nbsp;
There's not a formal RIYL this week, but you can support Fantagraphics for the next 50 years by visiting their shop in Seattle's Georgetown neighborhood. Check out some of the biggest names they've published over the years, including:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/peter-bagge">Peter Bagge</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/daniel-clowes">Daniel Clowes</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/r-crumb">Robert Crumb</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/emil-ferris">Emil Ferris</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/gilbert-hernandez">Gilbert</a>, <a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/jaime-hernandez">Jaime</a> and <a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/mario-hernandez">Mario</a> Hernandez</li>
<li><a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/trina-robbins">Trina Robbins</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/joe-sacco">Joe Sacco</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/carol-tyler">Carol Tyler</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.fantagraphics.com/collections/jim-woodring">Jim Woodring</a></li>
</ul>
Help keep KUOW's local podcasts going strong! Donate now at <a href="https://donate.kuow.org/donate/meet">kuow.org/meet</a>.&nbsp;

Meet Me Here is your podcast guide to the most exciting arts and culture events in Seattle. In each episode, we’re fighting the freeze and meeting you around the region for art shows, concerts, author talks, geeky get-togethers, and more. There’s a lot to do in this region, so let’s make some plans and go experience it together.

Meet Me Here&nbsp;is your podcast guide to the most exciting arts and culture events in Seattle. In each episode, we&rsquo;re fighting the freeze and meeting you around the region for art shows, concerts, author talks, geeky get-togethers, and more. There&rsquo;s a lot to do in this region, so let&rsquo;s make some plans and go experience it together.

Meet Me Here is your podcast guide to the most exciting arts and culture events in Seattle. 

Meet Me Here

Seattle's own Fantagraphics is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. That's 50 years of comics, graphic novels, and counterculture media to look back on.   To mark the occasion, we got in touch with artists, fans, and Fantagraphics staff to hear what they love most about the publisher. 