Comic Crusaders Podcast

In this high-energy episode of the  Comic Crusaders  Podcast, Al Mega sits down with acclaimed actor and creator Osy Ikhile to talk about his bold mythic sci-fi epic We Who Remain from Shadow Crown  Comics . We dive deep into world-building, mythology, creative fear, legacy storytelling, and how acting shaped Osy's journey as a comic creator. This is a must-watch conversation for fans of sci-fi, f...

Sometimes art doesn't whisper, it looks you dead in the eye and says, "Yeah… same." That's exactly what graphic artist and curator  Joseph Karg  delivers with his upcoming Kickstarter project  I Feel Doomed . In this episode of  Comic Crusaders , Joe and host  Al Mega  chop it up about embracing uncertainty, using humor as armor, and turning raw emotion into something tangible, beautiful, and pain...

Riverdale just got possessed! On this episode of Comic Crusaders, Al Mega sits down with comic writer Erik Burnham to talk all about the wild, horrifying, and hilarious crossover Archie x Army of Darkness #1. We dive into blending classic Archie Comics charm with chainsaws, Deadites, and Ash Williams himself. From creative challenges to fan expectations, this episode pulls back the curtain on one...

Legendary cartoonist Roger Langridge joins Comic Crusaders to discuss The Muppets Noir #1, an all-new crime-soaked mystery featuring classic noir vibes, sharp humor, and iconic Muppet mayhem. We dive into storytelling, visual clues, cover art collaborations with Declan Shalvey, and the limited Deluxe Mystery Blind Bag variants available February 2026. This is a must-watch for comic fans, Muppet lo...

In this episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, Al Mega sits down with the creator behind Internet Comic Database (ICDb), a brand-new platform and app designed to do for comics what IMDb did for film. From creator discoverability and proper crediting to publisher tools, data storage, and project management, ICDb is built to empower both indie creators and industry pros. If you create comics or wan...

Legendary writer and Guns N' Roses collaborator Del James joins Al Mega to break down his explosive new novel Consensual Violence—a brutal, emotional dive into lucha libre, betrayal, female rage, and vigilante justice. From rock tours to wrestling rings, this episode pulls no punches. Del James Social Platforms Instagram: / deljamesgang X/Twitter: https://x.com/deljamesgang Threads: https://www.th...

Acclaimed YA author and pop-culture writer Preeti Chhibber joins the Comic Crusaders Podcast to discuss her upcoming Dynamite Comics one-shot Supernatural Valentines Special, arriving February 2026. We dive into supernatural romance, emotional storytelling, breaking Valentine's tropes, and how love hits different when monsters are involved. From Marvel and Star Wars to heartfelt genre fiction—this...

Today on Comic Crusaders, Al Mega sits down with Alok Sharma, CCO of Mugafi & Co Creator of Moksh Studios, to dive deep into their upcoming Kickstarter project MOKSH: ORIGIN – THE QUEST. This conversation goes beyond comics exploring mythology, purpose-driven storytelling, creative leadership, and the challenges of building a meaningful universe in today's industry. If you love indie comics, visio...

Today on the Comic Crusaders Podcast, Al Mega sits down with Caitlin Brasel, Social Media Manager and Proofreader for Blue Frog Den Comics, to talk about the chilling Webtoon horror series There Are Houses in the Woods. We dive into indie comics hustle, horror storytelling, social media strategy, proofreading nightmares, and what it takes to build fear one panel at a time. Indie comics fans—this o...

Rafael Scavone has built a career on stories that live in the gray. From superhero icons to gritty crime thrillers, his latest Comixology Originals release  Devil's Luck  continues that tradition with razor-sharp tension and morally charged storytelling… Check out Devil's Luck: A Hailstone Story Season 2 #1 (Comixology Originals) at: https://amzn.to/4osZfOi Follow Rafael on X at @scavone or Instag...

Randy Ribay has built a career on emotionally rich storytelling, but with  The Awakening of Roku , he takes on something even bigger legacy. In this exclusive  Comic Crusaders  interview, Ribay breaks down how Filipino culture, personal identity, and respect for Avatar canon shaped his vision of Roku's early life. The result is a story that honors fans while expanding the universe in meaningful, h...

Steven Prince has carved out a bold corner of the indie comics world with Monster Matador—a universe where monsters, mythology, and lucha-inspired legacy collide. On the  Comic Crusaders Podcast , Prince breaks down his creative journey, the evolution of the Monster Matador Universe, and why his latest Kickstarter project, Blood of the Matador #1–2, represents a major turning point both creatively...

Crocodile Dance  isn't just an animated film it's a cultural pulse. In this episode of Comic Crusaders, we sit with Shofela and Shobo Coker, two creators blending heritage, future-forward imagination, and fearless storytelling into a project that captured hearts and funding on Kickstarter. From Africanfuturism to animation pipelines, from family-level collaboration to global ambition, this convers...

Ben Mauro doesn't just draw worlds — he resurrects them after they've collapsed. On this episode of Comic Crusaders, Al Mega sits down with the visionary concept artist behind  HUXLEY  and the haunting prequel art book  HUXLEY: THE ORACLE . From his early creative sparks to designing environments that feel painfully real, Ben breaks down his journey through film, games, and comics with honesty, hu...

Ridge Kiley and AJ Light from Rising Empire Studios are gearing up to unleash a brand-new chapter in the ever-expanding Alpha Clash universe, and fans are already buzzing even before the launch goes live. Rising Empires, the new comic series co-authored by AJ Light and the legendary Mark Waid, is preparing to hit Kickstarter soon, and from everything the creators have teased so far, it's shaping u...

When the universe hands you the hardest storyline you've ever faced, you either crumble or you rise. And actor, writer, director, and full-on superhero Erik Jensen didn't just rise he soared. Fresh off his battle and successful treatment for colorectal cancer, Erik sat down with the Comic Crusaders Podcast to share one of the most powerful, uplifting stories you'll hear all year. His secret weapon...

In this episode, your fearless host  Al Mega  cracks open the world of public education like a busted locker after 7th periodwith a whole lotta laughs, truth bombs, and soul. He's joined by the sharp-witted and truth-telling  T.C. Moth , author of the breakout book  Curriculum: A Texas Teacher Tale , a satirical yet painfully real journey through the heart (and heartbreak) of teaching in the Lone...

Medieval  arrives from Comixology Originals with the force of a warhammer crashing into a castle gate. Writer  Neil Kleid  and artist/colorist  Alex Cormack  bring an intensity, world-building sharpness, and visual brutality rarely seen in modern fantasy comics. We sat down with the creative team for a high-energy, WEPA-fueled conversation about forging this new world and the personal journeys tha...

Matthew Arnold, the television and film writer known for NBC's  Siberia ,  Emerald City , and the thriller  Shadow People , returns to the world of comics with  Outer Lands , his newest sci-fi graphic novel from Comixology Originals. Featuring art by Davide Gianfelice and a powerful cover by Jock, this graphic novel delivers a genre-defying mashup that collides ancient history with modern weaponry...

Comic Crusaders proudly welcomes iconic creator  Paul Pope  to celebrate the long-awaited return of  TOTAL THB . After three decades, Pope gathers his self-published sci-fi opus into definitive editions starting with  Total THB, Volume 1 , releasing November 11, 2025. Set on a divided Mars, the story follows HR Watson and her unique protector THB, who shifts from tiny rubber toy to towering guardi...

On the latest episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, Al Mega brings BIG WEPA energy to an electrifying conversation with creator and writer  Jeff Marvin , known for  Cycles End  and  Grave Soldiers: Crutch Brigade . This time, Jeff returns with a new project from Golem Press— Hunters of Sheydim , a dark fantasy comic steeped in ancient lore, monstrous entities, and gritty world-building. Marvin d...

Korean-American writer and creator  T.Y. Lee  joined Al Mega on the Comic Crusaders Podcast for a fast-paced, high-energy conversation about his new graphic novel,  Return of the Rooftop Koreans . The 140-page book, which successfully funded on Kickstarter, blends action, cultural identity, and humor into a bold and refreshing narrative. During the interview, Lee discussed his creative influences,...

WEPA, WEPA, WEPA Crusaders, buckle your cosmic seatbelts! Today we are blasting off into the loudest, wildest, most rock-infused corner of the comic book galaxy! Returning to the show is the creator who took space opera, cranked it to eleven, poured gasoline on top, and screamed 'LET'S RIDE!' the mastermind behind the HEAVY METAL QUEEN herself… KEVIN ROBERTS! This ain't just a comic, fam. This is...

Creator and storyteller  Nandor Fox Shaffer  returns to the Comic Crusaders Podcast to discuss the nearly ending Kickstarter for  SEASONS Vol. 1–2: Spring & Summer . This ambitious 200+ page collection brings together themes of transformation, identity, emotional struggle, and the seasons of personal growth. In this episode, host  Al Mega  digs deep into the creative evolution behind SEASONS. Toge...

He Lost His Keys in Space  is the newest dark-humor sci-fi graphic novel making waves across the indie comic scene, and Comic Crusaders sat down with creators  Luke Milton  and  Lizzy Lang  to dig into how this hilarious cosmic adventure came to life. Published by  Black Panel Press , the book follows a hapless protagonist who manages to lose his keys… somewhere in the universe. What starts as a r...