Comic Book RIP-OFFS Are NOT a Big Deal! || Comic Misconceptions || NerdSync

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One of the most recurring debates between comics fans is what character is or isn't a shameless rip-off of another character. Whether it's Marvel vs. DC or vice versa, people can always find some way to attack or defend characters from either side. But honestly, does it even matter? Today, we're taking a look at what it truly means to be "original" and how everything was inspired by something that came before it. So, is it really a big deal when one publisher steals from another?

Every Wednesday, Comic Misconceptions explores the incredible stories, fascinating ideas, and mind-blowing theories regarding comic books and the rich history and culture that surrounds them!

Hosted by Scott Niswander (@ScottNiswander)

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SOURCES:
Superheroes!: Capes, Cowls, and the Creation of Comic Book Culture
http://amzn.com/0385348584
Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative
http://amzn.com/0761169253
Everything is a Remix - Documentary
http://everythingisaremix.info/
Embrace the Remix - TED Talk
https://www.ted.com/talks/kirby_ferguson_embrace_the_remix?language=en
What is Original? - TED Radio Hour
https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/what-is-original-r/id523121474?i=338036431&mt=2
Where Good Ideas Come From - TED Talk
http://www.ted.com/talks/steven_johnson_where_good_ideas_come_from?language=en
Where Good Ideas Come From - Short
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NugRZGDbPFU
What Does Technology Want?
http://www.radiolab.org/story/101024-idea-time-come/

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