by Django Bohren, Jeff Figley, Brian Garside
<p>Data B.R.O.S. is about comics and technology. We have conversations about the comics industry, comic store retailer concerns, metadata, and technology. Dedicated to identifying and discussing solutions for modern comics, games, and hobby stores. Coming soon to a podcast app near you. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts or visit data bros ink dot com for more details.</p><p>Featuring Brian Garside of Manage Comics, and the dynamic duo of Django Bohren and Jeff Figley from Comics Place in Bellingham, WA and Comic Shop Assistant, as well as a regular rotating series of guests.</p>
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April 25, 2025
<p>Get ready to set sail with Django and Jeff as regale Brian* with tales of their unforgettable voyage in Season 2, Episode 22 of The Data B.R.O.S.—aptly titled "Toy Boat"!</p><p>In this exciting instalment, the crew dives deep into their recent adventure aboard Toy Boat, a unique and fun-filled gathering that mixes the thrill of toy retailing with the refreshing sea breeze. From networking with fellow retailers to navigating the waves of industry trends, Django and Jeff share their firsthand experiences, highlight key takeaways, and recount amusing anecdotes from their time on the high seas.</p><p>Whether you're curious about what makes Toy Boat such a special event or you're looking for insights to enhance your comic shop’s operations, this episode delivers engaging stories, actionable business tips, and plenty of laughs along the way.</p><p>Set your course, hoist the sails, and tune in—this episode is one podcast voyage you don't want to miss!</p><p><strong>*Apologies for Brian's audio this episode, his regular microphone was being difficult and he had to use a backup.</strong></p><p><strong>Links from this episode:</strong></p><ul><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://astra.glueup.com/event/toy-boat-sales-again-88387/highlights.html">Toy Boat Highlights</a></li><li><a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://comicconthecruise.com/">Comicon The Cruise</a></li></ul><p><strong>Episode Sponsor Shout-Outs:</strong></p><p>This week, our episode is brought to you by The Data B.R.O.S. </p><p>Thanks for listening to Data B.R.O.S., and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and join us next week as we keep exploring all things comics, data, and the retail world!</p><p>---</p><p>Thank you for listening to the latest issue of Data B.R.O.S. please like, rate and subscribe to the DataB.R.O.S. on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you get your podcasts.</p><p>Visit Brian and Manage Comics at @managecomics on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://facebook.com/managecomics">Facebook</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://instagram.com/managecomics">Instagram</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtube.com/@managecomics">YouTube</a>, as well as at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://managecomics.com">managecomics.com</a></p><p>Visit Jeff, Django and Comic Shop Assistant at @comicshopassistant on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/ComicShopAssistant">Facebook</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/comicshopassistant">Instagram</a> or visit their website at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://comicshopassistant.com">comicshopassistant.com</a></p><p>You can also visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thecomicsplace.com/">The Comics Place in Bellingham Washington on their website</a>, or visit them on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/thecomicsplace/">Facebook</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/comicsplacebham">Instagram</a>, or listen to their podcast - The Comics Place Presents on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/comics-place-presents-formerly-perfectly-acceptable/id1180857321">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2JbFgHqrGAShIU68bcb3sc">Spotify</a></p>
November 8, 2024
<p>***Please note, as pointed out in the intro, after recording the episode we realized we said "Skip Week" when we meant "Fifth Week", in your head please replace "Skip Week" with "5th Week".</p><p>The dreaded 5th week, what is it, why does it exist, how can we plan for it, and what do we do about it as retailers?</p><p>We'll dive deep into the 5th week and what can be done to mitigate its impact on your shop.</p><p><strong>Episode Sponsor Shout-Outs:</strong></p><p><em>This week, our episode is brought to you by Comico Comics, get Elementals #1 from Comico Comics from rising comics star Bill Willingham in better comic shops near you right now!</em></p><p>Thanks for listening to <em>Data B.R.O.S.</em>, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and join us next week as we keep exploring all things comics, data, and the retail world!</p><p>---</p><p>Thank you for listening to the latest issue of Data B.R.O.S. please like, rate and subscribe to the DataB.R.O.S. on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you get your podcasts.</p><p>Visit Brian and Manage Comics at @managecomics on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://facebook.com/managecomics">Facebook</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://instagram.com/managecomics">Instagram</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtube.com/@managecomics">YouTube</a>, as well as at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://managecomics.com">managecomics.com</a></p><p>Visit Jeff, Django and Comic Shop Assistant at @comicshopassistant on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/ComicShopAssistant">Facebook</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/comicshopassistant">Instagram</a> or visit their website at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://comicshopassistant.com">comicshopassistant.com</a></p><p>You can also visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thecomicsplace.com/">The Comics Place in Bellingham Washington on their website</a>, or visit them on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/thecomicsplace/">Facebook</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/comicsplacebham">Instagram</a>, or listen to their podcast - The Comics Place Presents on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/comics-place-presents-formerly-perfectly-acceptable/id1180857321">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2JbFgHqrGAShIU68bcb3sc">Spotify</a></p>
November 1, 2024
<p>This week, on a very special Data B.R.O.S. - Jeff and Django are knee deep in The Comics Place hijinks so we're simulcasting an interview with Atom! Freeman about the Fan Confidence Rating that was recorded on Brian's Meanwhile...at Manage Comics podcast.</p><p>RETURN to the past exploits of Adam.</p><p>Look on in WONDER at the awesomeness that is the Fan Confidence Rating</p><p>Be AMAZED at the revolutionary view into the comics industry that this provides.</p><p>THRILL at two bald dudes talking data the way only bald dudes talking data can!</p><p>Thanks for listening to <em>Data B.R.O.S.</em>, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and join us next week as we keep exploring all things comics, data, and the retail world!</p><p>---</p><p>Thank you for listening to the latest issue of Data B.R.O.S. please like, rate and subscribe to the DataB.R.O.S. on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you get your podcasts.</p><p>Visit Brian and Manage Comics at @managecomics on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://facebook.com/managecomics">Facebook</a>, <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://instagram.com/managecomics">Instagram</a>, and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtube.com/@managecomics">YouTube</a>, as well as at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://managecomics.com">managecomics.com</a></p><p>Visit Jeff, Django and Comic Shop Assistant at @comicshopassistant on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/ComicShopAssistant">Facebook</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/comicshopassistant">Instagram</a> or visit their website at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://comicshopassistant.com">comicshopassistant.com</a></p><p>You can also visit <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.thecomicsplace.com/">The Comics Place in Bellingham Washington on their website</a>, or visit them on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.facebook.com/thecomicsplace/">Facebook</a> and <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/comicsplacebham">Instagram</a>, or listen to their podcast - The Comics Place Presents on <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/comics-place-presents-formerly-perfectly-acceptable/id1180857321">Apple Podcasts</a> or <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://open.spotify.com/show/2JbFgHqrGAShIU68bcb3sc">Spotify</a></p>
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