Comic Crusaders Podcast

Buckle up, nerds, it's time to get TROMAtized! On today's live podcast, I'm sittin' down with the one, the only, Lloyd Kaufman, king of schlock, maestro of mayhem, and the guy who made toxic waste sexy, alongside Mathew Klickstein, the brave soul who edited Lloyd's new book,  Lloyd Kaufman: Interviews . We're diving DEEP into 50 years of Troma insanity, from oozing anecdotes to punk rock rants tha...

Welcome to an electrifying new episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast!   In today's episode, your boy  Al Mega  sits down with the incredible  Michele Y. Smith , the CEO of the  Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP) ! MoPOP is one of the world's most innovative cultural institutions, celebrating everything from sci-fi and music to horror, fantasy, and gaming. We dive deep into: The ever-changing landscape...

Get ready for another geek-tastic episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast!  This time, Al Mega welcomes back returning guest and ultimate showrunner,  Bill Ostroff , the mastermind behind  GeekFest Film Fest , the  world's first and largest traveling geek film festival ! GeekFest is hitting Year 12 —and we're diving deep into how it's evolved, what's new for this year, and the wildest behind-the-sc...

ðŸ"– Join host Al Mega as he sits down with CBC News journalist and indie comic book creator, Adam Carter! Adam shares his journey from reporting real-world events to crafting thrilling fiction in his latest project, Betweeeners! We'll dive deep into the creative process, the challenges of independent comic book publishing, and how his journalistic background plays into his storytelling. If you're...

ðŸ"¢  Welcome to another high-speed, high-energy episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast!   Today, we're hitting the gas with writer, editor, and comic book mastermind Ivan M. Cohen ! ðŸ"¥  In this episode, we discuss: ✅ Ivan's journey from comic book fan to industry pro ✅ The creative chaos behind  Giant-Size Wacky Races  from Dynamite Entertainment ✅ How to bring classic cartoons into the m...

Wepa, Crusaders! Today, we welcome writer and creator  David Swartz  to the show as he unveils his latest Kickstarter project,  Confederate Monster —a mind-blowing historical horror mashup that throws  Frankenstein's Monster  right into the heart of the Civil War! âš¡âš"ï¸ðŸ'€ We dive into: 🧟‍â™‚ï¸ How  Confederate Monster  was born and why Frankenstein's Monster is getting a Civil War makeover...

🎙︠ WEPA! Comic Crusaders Familia!  Today, we're bringing you another  epic  episode featuring the one and only  Scott Chantler —the brilliant writer and illustrator behind the  Three Thieves  series! His latest release,  Three Thieves: Tower of Treasure , just dropped thanks to  Papercutz , and we're diving DEEP into the world of heists, adventure, and top-tier storytelling!   ðŸ"¥ In this ep...

Join host Al Mega as he welcomes back the legendary Jimmy Palmiotti and artist extraordinaire Dave Johnson to talk about their latest explosive comic book project—Pop Kill from Mad Cave Studios! What happens when rival soda companies go to war? Think corporate espionage, high-stakes action, and that signature Palmiotti & Johnson insanity that you KNOW you need in your life! ðŸ¾ðŸ'¥ In this episode...

Get ready for an electrifying episode of The Comic Crusaders Podcast! Your host, Al Mega, sits down with the incredibly talented Kevin Roberts, comic book creator and artist, to talk about his latest headbanger of a project – Heavy Metal Queen! 🎸ðŸ"¥ In this episode, we dive into: 🎤 Kevin's journey into comics – from the first sketch to full-on comic book domination! 🤘 The epic inspiratio...

🚀 Buckle up, Crusaders! In this episode, we go deep into the cosmic unknown with Anthony Esper, the mastermind behind the brand-new sci-fi epic A Matter of Time! This Kickstarter project is all about time gone wrong, black holes, and the ultimate price of ambition. Think high-stakes sci-fi mixed with deep psychological twists—you don't wanna miss this one! ðŸ'¬ We chat about: ✅ The wild inspi...

ðŸ"¥  Welcome to another epic episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast!  ðŸ"¥ Today, we're diving deep into the creative universe of multi-talented powerhouse  Terri-Lyne Gedanitz ! From film to music to now the world of comics, she's here to talk about her  YA graphic novel and coloring    book  series,  Karmic ! ðŸ"¹ What inspired this supernatural, action-packed, and visually stunning story? ðŸ"¹...

In this episode, Al Mega sits down with indie comic creator and writer, Ray Jamison, to delve into his journey from orchestrating Dungeons & Dragons campaigns to crafting the enthralling comic series,  The Madcaps .   Discover how Ray's passion for storytelling and more… Topics Covered: Ray's transition from Dungeon Master to comic book creator. ​ The inspiration behind  The Madcaps  and its roo...

Wepa! The one and only George O'Connor is BACK, and he's bringing us deep into the eerie, blood-soaked cosmos with his latest Kickstarter project, Vampires on Mars #3! 🚀🧛‍â™‚ï¸ This episode is all about space horror, indie comic hustle, and what it takes to bring bloodthirsty nightmares to the Red Planet. We talk creative process, vampire lore, and what's next for George after this epic inst...

🚀 Welcome back, Crusaders! Today, we've got an epic lineup—Timmy Meighan, Colt Hoenig, and Ken Fontano, the masterminds behind the upcoming Kickstarter comic    book  Red Collar! ðŸºðŸ"¥ ðŸ"– What's Red Collar? Get ready for a gripping new comic that blends action, drama, and stunning visuals in a way that only this creative powerhouse could deliver. We're diving deep into their creative proces...

In this episode of the Comic Crusaders Special, host Al Mega reconnects with comic book  creator Edward Brown and his creative team to delve deeper into their upcoming Kickstarter project, "Deathblade: The Awakening." This gripping narrative follows Ambrose, an elite Navy SEAL who becomes the sole survivor of a mission that descends into horror, leading him to uncover a conspiracy and a dangerous...

🎙︠ WEPA! Al Mega is back with another powerhouse episode of Comic Crusaders Podcast!  Today, we're diving deep into the creative madness of  Sean Wood , the mastermind behind Kickstarter comic book projects like  The Fog Within and his latest one,  Recon  and  The Little One Universe ! ðŸ"¥  WHAT TO EXPECT: How Sean got into the crazy world of indie comics! A full breakdown of his  currently...

On this episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, we welcome the legendary Kevin Shinick! You know him as the writer of W.E.B. of Spider-Man and The Flash, the Emmy-winning genius behind Robot Chicken, the bestselling Star Wars: Force Collector novelist, an Annie-winning producer, and, of course, THE time-traveling detective from Where in Time is Carmen Sandiego? 🎩⌛ But today, we're talking about...

Get ready for another  EPIC  Comic Crusaders interview with your boy  Al Mega  as we sit down with the multi-talented  Vaughn Coleman —writer, filmmaker, actor, and comic book editor—about his latest  Kickstarter banger ,  Phenomenova Issue 2 ! What to expect in this episode? Vaughn's insane creative journey across multiple industries The origins of  Phenomenova and what's new in Issue 2! The chal...

On this episode of  Comic Crusaders Podcast , your boy  Al Mega  sits down with the one and only  Doug Wagner , writer of some of the wildest, most twisted, and most entertaining comics out there! You know his work from  PLASTIC, THE HARD PLACE, GUN CANDY,  and  THE RIDE , and now he's back with another insane tale— I WAS A FASHION SCHOOL SERIAL KILLER from Image Comics! ðŸ'•ðŸ'€ Murder meets the...

In today's episode, we welcome  New York Times and international bestselling author J.D. Barker , the mastermind behind some of the most gripping thrillers, horror stories, and crime novels of our time! Topics Covered in This Episode: J.D.'s journey from self-publishing to major publishing deals Collaborating with James Patterson and other top-tier authors The art and science of co-writing books H...

Wepa, Crusaders!  Today, we welcome back an indie comics powerhouse,  Laurie Calcaterra , to talk about her latest Kickstarter project! You know her from  Path of the Pale Rider , and now she's bringing us another mind-blowing adventure! What to Expect in This Episode: A deep dive into Laurie's new comic project – what's it about and why you NEED it. Behind-the-scenes madness, challenges, and crea...

In this episode, Al Mega sits down with the incredible Sarah Brunstad, a powerhouse editor known for her work at Marvel Comics and now championing a cause-driven anthology with Mad Cave Studios. We're diving deep into her journey, her experiences in the industry, and most importantly, her latest project, LA Strong—a charity comic created to support the victims of the devastating Los Angeles fires....

In this exciting episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, host Al Mega sits down with returning guest Danny Baram, the creative mind behind the comic book series "Halloween Team." Danny shares insights into the relaunch of "Halloween Team" through Comicker Press, discussing the journey from its initial release to its new graphic novel edition. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the creat...

In this episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, host Al Mega sits down with acclaimed comic creators MK Reed and Jonathan Hill to delve into their latest collaborative project,  Budding Crisis . This horticultural fantasy series, released through ComiXology Originals, explores a world where magic seeds that grant wishes are on the brink of extinction. Each issue presents a self-contained story, ex...

Join Al Mega on the Comic Crusaders Podcast as he chats with the creative minds behind Fugitive Poems and their new creative team about their new comic book project, 'Total Dirty Living.' Discover the inspiration, creative process, and what makes this new release a must-read! Website: www.fugitivepoems.com Insta | Bluesky | X – @FugitivePoems Follow Stephen on FB: @stephen.beccia / Instagram: step...