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Let's Talk Comics

Let's Talk Comics

Doug Wagner Talks NARCO, The Materials Universe And Why Writing Unsettling Comics Are His Forte

Let's Talk Comics · Feb 5, 2026 · 45:29

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This week on Let's Talk Comics, writer Doug Wagner joins the show for an in-depth conversation about crime storytelling and how creative discipline leads him to some of his best work

The conversation digs into Wagner's work on Narco, his latest crime/horror series that blends drops it's main character in the middle of a murder mystery while dealing with....you guessed it, narcolepsy. Doug talks about what draws him to darker stories, and how he approaches writing crime in a way that feels grounded and purposeful rather than exploitative.

From there, Doug also talks about his expansive Materials Universe, including Plastic, Vinyl, and Plush, and how each project helped shape his voice as a writer. He also gets into some deep process talk, explaining how his process has evolved over time, the importance of consistency, and the realities of sustaining momentum in a constantly shifting industry.

This is one you cannot miss. 

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