Taking Over Spawn: The Truth They Didn’t Tell Me

When Todd McFarlane asks you to take over Spawn, there is only one way to answer. It is a look at how quickly a career can pivot when a legendary opportunity lands in your lap.

This clip from #713: NYCC 2026 Coverage Part 2, Matthew Rosenberg breaks down the exact moment he was offered the Spawn gig and why his response was essentially a line from Ghostbusters. It highlights the split-second decision-making often required in the industry.

Beyond his own story, we pivot to a series of creator interviews with industry peers. We discuss the current projects keeping them busy and the realities of professional comic book writing in today’s market. It is an honest look at the creative life behind the panel borders.

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Dave

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