Cliff Bleszinski's first in-depth interview in years is a genuine post-mortem. He names the too-favorable publishing deal, the wrong console bet, and the co-founder he turned down. He's also planning a comeback.
interviewsFriday, July 17, 2026
Cliff Bleszinski breaks silence on Boss Key's failure
Today's interviews lean into the post-mortem and the comeback. Cliff Bleszinski gives his most honest account yet of what killed his studio, while Superhuman's CEO draws a firm line between AI and human judgment. Elsewhere, creators across music, games, and comics talk process and reinvention.
Post-mortems and comebacks
Two interviews dig into what went wrong and what comes next, with unusual candor.

Superhuman CEO Shishir Mehrotra is building an always-on AI assistant but insists judgment must stay human. It's a rare line-drawing exercise from a founder pushing AI into every workspace.
Craft and process
From literary icons to genre builders, these conversations focus on the how and why of making things.
Lorrie Moore in The Paris Review's Writers at Work series. She calls writing a novel 'daily labor over years' and a short story 'a mad, lovely visitor.' Classic craft talk from a master of both.
Ralph Ellison interviewed just after Invisible Man won the National Book Award in 1953. He discusses literature and democracy, and the novelist's role in describing American experience. A historical document as much as an interview.
Todd McFarlane talks Spawn '77, Mark Spears, J. Scott Campbell, and the Spawn movie. For fans tracking the long-gestating film, this is the latest word from the man himself.
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JP Soars on Blues, Roots, and the Road Less Traveled, Interviewrockandbluesmuse.com
Photo credit: Laura Carbone JP Soars on Blues, Roots, and the Road Less Traveled, Interview By Martine Ehrenclou JP Soars is one of those musicians who's impossible to pin down. A fiery guitarist, soulful singer, and gifted storyteller, he brings the wisdom of an old-school blues
‘Descendants: Wicked Wonderland’ Stars Kiara Romero, Alexandro Byrd & Liamani Segura Talk Joining Franchise, Going on Tour & More (Exclusive Interview)www.justjaredjr.com
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What 15 Years of Game Partnerships Taught Me80.lv
After 15 years and 170M downloads of Magic Jigsaw Puzzles, ZiMAD's Chief BD Officer shares how to protect player trust and lead through fast change.
Inside ‘Turn It Up’: ROXIE on Self-Production, Creative Inspiration, and Artistic Growthwww.edmtunes.com
French Producer and DJ ROXIE is quickly establishing herself in the Electronic Music scene with her high-energy Electro House sound. Entirely self-taught, she takes a multi-disciplinary approach: from managing production and songwriting to delivering her own vocals. Having alread
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As the traditional late-night club scene continues to evolve, a fresh wave of daytime-to-sunset hospitality experiences is redefining modern nightlife. Moving away from the after-hours circuit, these vibrant, open-air gatherings—exemplified by the success of “Bagatelle Sundays” i
One Fruit Suffers The Most From Grocery Store Supply Chainswww.tastingtable.com
Fresh fruit isn't always as fresh as it seems. Find out which fruit an expert says is one of the worst to buy at the grocery store.
Dave Guskin on Riftbound: Vendetta’s Design, Explainedwww.theouterhaven.net
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Talking With Doug Wagner About His New Globe-Trotting Spy Series ‘Yumi: 00EX’comicon.com
Writer Doug Wagner has a new series out with artist Hoyt Silva, Yumi: 00EX, featuring a new kick-ass action hero
Judith’s Secret In Ride Or Die Really Stressed Me Out, And Hannah Waddingham Told Me Why She Kept It For So Longwww.cinemablend.com
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