CEO of Comic Crusaders, Al Mega, covers all types of pop-culture content with in-depth interview with folks from different industries such as Comic Book Publishers to Creators (Writers, Artists, Musicians, etc...), Technology (Blockchain, Software Developers, etc...), Entrepreneurs (Coaches, Speakers, Business Owners, etc...) and more...Visit our website: www.comiccrusaders.com
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The podcast about making comics — and making a living from comics! It's half shop talk, half how-to, and half friendship. WE SQUEEZED IN THREE HALVES. It's tips and tricks and all the joys of cartooning as a pro. So pull up your drawing chair, put on some headphones, and join us while you draw! And if you like what you hear, join our community at patreon.com/comiclab (For sponsorship inquiries: [email protected])
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Bigg Vinny on Walmart Drip, CMA Fest 2025, and His Inspirational Journey – Comic Crusaders Podcast #610
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57:53Comic Crusaders Podcast welcomes Bigg Vinny (Vencent Hickerson), Nashville's own country star, motivational speaker, and former Trailer Choir frontman. From performing under Toby Keith's record label to shedding over 180 lbs on The Biggest Loser, Vinny has lived a life of transformation. In this episode, Al Mega dives into Vinny's: Musical roots in…
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TRANSLUNAR Kickoff with Ben Nabors – Comic Crusaders Podcast #609
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45:47🚀 Welcome to the Cosmic Episode! Today Al Mega is interviewing the incredible Ben Nabors—director, writer, and producer behind the epic sci-fi comic TRANSLUNAR, now live on Kickstarter! We go from William & the Windmill to moon-based AI rebellions, space-age visuals, and Kickstarter chaos—all with Mega levels of energy, humor, and creativity! Suppo…
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Print on Demand... When There's No Demand
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1:10:34Cartoonists Brad Guigar and Dave Kellett discuss the nuances of print-on-demand services. As Brad says, "It's a good place to start, but a bad place to stay." They delve into the importance of advanced planning for holiday sales. Finally, they share strategies for engaging audiences at comic conventions, covering pricing strategies and the psycholo…
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #608 – Connor Ratliff & James III
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55:43Join host Al Mega as he chops it up with acclaimed writers/comedians/podcasters Connor Ratliff (Dead Eyes, The George Lucas Talk Show) and James III (Tiny Dinos, Young Dylan, All That) about their latest collaboration — Stitch #1 from Dynamite Comics, based on the beloved Disney character from Lilo & Stitch! We talk about their creative journey, th…
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Interview with C. Edward Sellner – Monarch of Manhattan Vol. 1: Arrival Kickstarter – CCP #607
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51:11The Comic Crusaders Podcast is back with another incredible guest! Host Al Mega sits down with writer and comic book creator C. Edward Sellner, known for powerful works like The Knight, Deadlands: Raven, and Deadlands: The Kid. In this exclusive interview, we dive deep into his brand-new Kickstarter project: Monarch of Manhattan Vol. 1: Arrival. Se…
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Special Guest Rick Kirkman and Jerry Scott from "Baby Blues"
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1:19:30Syndicated cartoonists Jerry Scott and Rick Kirkman share their journey of collaboration that spans over 35 years, focusing on their iconic comic strip, "Baby Blues." They discuss their initial meeting, the challenges of working together, the creative process behind their gags, and the evolution of their work. The dialogue highlights the joys and c…
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #606 – Phillip B Vaughan & Katy Stone
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50:31Join host Al Mega as he sits down with Phillip B. Vaughan & Katy Stone to discuss their mind-bending new Kickstarter project, SINGULARITY – A Horror/Sci-Fi Anthology from VHS Publications. From twisted tales of terror to cosmic nightmares, this anthology pushes boundaries and delivers chills straight to your imagination. 🚀 Back the Kickstarter here…
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Monty Nero Launches Chrome Roses: Cyberpunk Trilogy Book 2 on Kickstarter – Comic Crusaders Podcast #605
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59:57Monty Nero the acclaimed creator of Death Sentence (Titan Comics) and Marvel's Hulk & X-Men is back to tear into the megacity shadows with the Kickstarter of Chrome Roses: Cyberpunk Trilogy Book 2! We're returning to The Tract, a rain-slicked dystopian metropolis where detective Kramm and punk vigilante Teo battle viruses, corporate corruption, and…
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What's the Best Platform for Audience Building?
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59:34Where should you post if you want to build an audience? Substack delivers unbeatable audience-building tools... but it has some drawbacks. Bluesky is active... but small. Webtoon is terrific... if you're doing the style and content that their users prefer. Patreon has recently added features to promote discoverability and reader-retention. And the …
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #604 – John Osachuk
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52:04WEPA! Strap in, Crusaders, because today we're going ALL the way mythic! Your boy Al Mega is chopping it up with the one and only John Osachuk, indie writer, creator, and the mastermind behind the brand-new epic saga INKER Trials of Gods and Men, now blowing up on FundMyComic.com. This ain't no bedtime fairy tale, this is cosmic warfare, gods flexi…
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #603 – DeWayne Dority/WakeComics
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33:11Comic Crusaders is thrilled to welcome back indie comics creator Dewayne Dority to the podcast! Known for building bold, imaginative stories in his Wakeverse, Dewayne returns to share updates on his creative journey and to unveil his latest Kickstarter project: LIAR. In this high-energy interview, host Al Mega dives into the inspiration behind LIAR…
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Color Commentary — Can You Succeed with a Black-and-White Comic?
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1:12:03Today's show is sponsored by Huion, makers of the Kamvas 22 Plus ! In today's show, Brad and Dave tackle an old question — does your comic HAVE to be in color? The answer is more nuanced than you might think! Also, the comics uncles will discuss the right ways — and the wrong way — to sign your books for fans. Huion Huion is sponsoring today's show…
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Comic Crusaders Podast #602 – Vaughn McGwire Coleman/PHENOMENOVA
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46:05Al Mega sits down with returning guest Vaughn Coleman, the CEO and founder of Rebel Oasis Studios, to discuss his latest indie comic book powerhouse, PHENOMENOVA #1: Lightning Strikes! This 68-page launch issue introduces a brand-new superhero epic from a brand-new publisher. Learn about Vaughn's journey, why he launched his own studio, the creativ…
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Joseph P. Illidge Talks Shadow Cabinet, Bloodletter, Batman: The Hill, and Illuminous – Comic Crusaders Podcast #601
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1:08:18Legendary writer and celebrated creator Joseph P. Illidge returns to the Comic Crusaders Podcast with host Al Mega for an explosive conversation about his latest projects, his legacy, and his vision for the future of storytelling. Illidge has been BUSY reintroducing the Milestone Universe: Shadow Cabinet at DC Comics, bringing the heat with Bloodle…
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Cartoonist Brad Guigar talks about his love/hate relationship with Reddit — and the publishing strategy that's currently delivering Patreon backers that has him loving it again. Today's Show Brad's Love/Hate Relationship with Reddit The ComicLab Accent Challenge Working on Comics at Work NSFW comic artists on Reddit Brad mentioned getting great adv…
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Jason Reeves Returns with OneNation #1 – Kickstarter Comic Book Spotlight | Comic Crusaders Podcast #600
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58:53We're bringing back a fan favorite! Jason Reeves, the mastermind behind 133Art and the creator/writer/illustrator of OneNation, returns to the Comic Crusaders Podcast to talk about his brand-new Kickstarter campaign for OneNation #1. Since his last appearance in episode #462, Jason has been leveling up his game, and this project is the proof! Join …
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #599 – Greg Broadmore
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49:41Greg Broadmore, the mastermind behind Dr. Grordbort's, joins Al Mega for a wild ride through the multiverse of creativity! In this episode, we dive into his brand-new comic One-Path from Mad Cave Studios. From behind-the-scenes insight to creative challenges, Greg Broadmore brings the heat, humor, and hardcore imagination. Don't miss it! Follow Gre…
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We always advise having "many legs under your table." In other words, comic creators should have many sources of revenue. If one is threatened, the others can keep the business aloft. So it's important, from time to time, to check for wobbly legs! What are the sources of comics income that are currently vulnerable? Today's Show Vulnerable legs Susa…
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #598 – Tim Mulligan
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30:52Get ready for a magical meltdown as Al Mega welcomes back the one and only Tim Mulligan, author of the World of Witchland Trilogy! In this fun, fast-paced, and twitchy-fabulous episode, we dive deep into Tim's latest magical masterpiece—TWITCHLAND! 🔥 What's inside: The story behind Twitchland What's changed since Witchland and Snitchland The wildes…
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #597 – Fred Millard & Seba Valencia
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51:11Hold onto your Uncle Sam hats, folks! In this high-energy episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, Al Mega sits down with the wild minds behind the hilarious and savage new political humor comic "American Greatness: Issue #1″—Fred Millard and Seba Valencia! 💥🎤 We dive deep into the origin story of this side-splitting satire, the creative chaos behin…
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Kickstarter: What's Working and What's Not
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1:06:10This week, we're sharing the real numbers from Brad Guigar's recent Kickstarter. The show is brought to you by Hogan's Alley! Enter the code COMICLAB10 at checkout to receive 10% off any purchase from their store — the current issue, back issues, a subscription, digital editions, "The Complete Betty Brown" book collection, whatever you see there th…
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #596 – Randy Stone
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42:15On this episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, Al Mega links up with comic creator Randy Stone, co-creator of Bullet Adventures from Altruist Comics! 💥 Tune in as they dive deep into Randy's creative journey, the explosive launch of Bullet Adventures, the creative process, behind-the-scenes tales, and what's next in the world of indie superhero st…
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #595 – James Mascia & Mike Dolce
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36:54Join Al Mega as he dives into the creative universe of author, teacher, and board game designer James Mascia! Known for his acclaimed High School Heroes series, James is back with a brand-new, all-ages, eco-friendly comic adventure: Smokey's Junior Rangers—currently LIVE on Kickstarter! In this episode, we talk creative balance, writing inspiration…
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In this engaging conversation, Cathy Guisewite, the creator of the iconic syndicated comic strip 'Cathy', shares her journey through the world of cartooning, the challenges she faced as a female cartoonist, and the cultural impact of her work. From her early days of struggling with drawing to her experiences on The Tonight Show, Cathy reflects on h…
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #594 – Fred Littles
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56:10In this episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, host Al Mega sits down with a true double-threat: Fred Littles, the active U.S. Air Force member and founder of Wise Acre Comics. With a jet-fueled mix of discipline, imagination, and hustle, Fred is redefining what it means to be a modern comic book creator. Wise Acre Comics is more than just a publi…
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