Effin' Birds Author Aaron Reynolds Joins Epic Realms

Aaron Reynolds, creator of Effin Birds, joins Epic Realms for a hilarious and honest conversation about comedy, creativity, and building a long running internet hit. From CBC sketch comedy and childhood pranks to baseball banners, Comic Cons, and viral web comics, Aaron breaks down the unexpected path that led to Effin Birds becoming a global success.

In this interview, Aaron shares why being rejected by CBC Comedy changed his life, how algorithm shifts forced him onto the Comic Con circuit, and what it really takes to keep a daily comic fresh for nearly a decade. He also talks about book publishing, crowdfunding, working with Penguin Random House, and upcoming Effin' Birds projects including sticker books, affirmation sets, and an oracle deck.

This episode is packed with behind the scenes stories, creative advice, and laugh out loud moments.

Topics Covered

The origin of Effin' Birds and the rejection that sparked it

Canadian comedy influences and sketch comedy history

Comic Con stories, cosplay, and audience engagement

Web comics, algorithms, and audience growth in 2025

Publishing books, crowdfunding, and owning your work

New Effin Birds projects and what’s coming next

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