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In a rare 2-hour interview, delve into the enigmatic life and mind of the late Steve Ditko, co-creator of Spider-Man and Dr. Strange, through the reminiscences of his brother Pat and nephew Patrick and never before seen photos and footage. Uncover the roots of Ditko's analytical and creative genius, beginning from his early years growing up in a hardworking immigrant family, to his intuitive yet analytical approach to art which later defined the iconic characters we love. Discover the blend of scientific curiosity, love for Batman and artistic passion in Ditko's youth, including his makeshift science lab and his early fascination with solving problems, which hinted at the iconic superhero worlds he would later create. Amidst the exploration of Ditko's youthful adventures, a nostalgic recall unveils his admiration for Johnny Weissmuller's Tarzan and Charles Bronson's rugged charisma, embodying a blend of heroism and humble tenacity that subtly mirrored in Ditko's later creations. Explore how Steve's quiet but profound philosophical outlook, including his interactions with Ayn Rand’s philosophy, shaped his work and relationships within the comic book industry, and despite being labeled as a recluse, was quite interactively funny. Gain insight into Ditko's personal and professional ethos of letting his work speak for itself, his aversion to the spotlight, and his enduring focus on the present and future over the past. Through a blend of heartwarming and insightful anecdotes, this interview not only sheds light on Ditko's complex persona and his journey through the comic book world, but also underscores the indelible legacy he left behind, as seen through the eyes of his family.

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📜 Video Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:31 Steve Ditko Biographical Interview
01:25 Childhood memories
02:39 Family background
05:41 Hardworking ethic
06:20 Served in World War II
08:00 Comic books influence
10:29 Being analytical person
11:41 Science lab in barn
12:43 Detective traits
14:03 Fan of Shadow and Lone Ranger radio
15:36 Being Religious
20:46 Childhood comic cuttings | Batman
23:20 Playing Batman together
24:25 Fiction books
25:45 Interest in construction?
27:11 Girlfriends/Crush?
28:18 Dedication for career
29:30 Spider-Man and Dr Strange Woodcuts
30:38 Post WW2 letters and photos
31:54 Never flew on a plane or drove a car
32:42 Ditko's WW2 camera
33:40 Veterans Trade School, 1948-50
34:04 Experimenting with Ahab and Dracula
34:48 Ditko crawling the wall!
35:18 Cartoonist and Illustrator School, 1950-53
35:56 Working at Charlton in 1953
36:55 Creative freedom to solve problems?
41:00 Tuberculosis
43:58 Ayn Rand - The Fountainhead
44:56 political views?
45:45 His VHS Movie Collection and CDs
50:01 Singing Songs
50:59 Human behavior diagrams
53:07 Was he playful?
55:34 funny things he did
58:17 Eric Stanton
01:00:01 When discover Spiderman and Doctor Strange were his?
01:02:21 Did he ever talk to you about comics?
01:03:45 Is Steve Ditko shy?
01:06:03 Leaving Spiderman and Dr. Strange
01:06:56 Impression of Stan Lee?
01:07:50 Spiderman and Doctor Strange hand gestures
01:09:47 Why not return to Spiderman & Doctor Strange?
01:11:40 Faceless characters
01:13:55 Batman try-out concepts
01:14:54 He disliked flaws in a hero
01:16:46 Turning down money for values
01:17:35 He focused on the present
01:18:47 When realize your uncle co-created Spidey?
01:20:41 Feedback on art from Ditko?
01:21:16 Teaching on disposable paper
01:23:32 Visiting comic shops
01:24:37 Ditko's favorite food
01:26:05 How Steve Ditko died
01:27:01 Inside Steve Ditko studio
01:31:55 What happened to Ditko's original art?
01:32:37 Box of pens
01:35:28 Why he didn't like fanfare
01:36:47 Stopped visiting family
01:37:58 Letters to stay in touch
01:39:25 Phone conversations with Ditko
01:41:31 Ditko's Apartment & studio
01:42:25 Atlas Society
01:42:42 Steve's passing
01:44:24 Most missed things
01:46:00 Mighty Oak comic
01:47:06 Wrapping Up

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