Jump into the WEPA energy as Al Mega sits down with veteran author Tom Sniegoski and rising star Jeannine Acheson to unpack their new dark fantasy novella Nira: A Constance Evermore Story, released September 16, 2025 via Bad Hand Books. We talk career evolution, teaching-turned-writer transitions, collaboration chemistry, world-building, creative struggle, and what it REALLY takes to launch a new series in the fantasy realm.

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Join host Al Mega as he welcomes back indie comics creator Jorge Medina for a dynamite reunion! In this episode we dive into Jorge's journey since his last appearance, unpack his live Kickstarter campaign "The Shameless Plug", explore the creative challenges, marketing wins and indie-comics hustle behind the scenes. If you're a creator, comic-book fan or Kickstarter junkie, you won't want to miss this one.

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Welcome to Comic Crusaders Podcast! In this high-energy interview, we dive deep with Danny Baram, the creative mind behind Halloween Team and its new sequel, Shadows #1. We talk about nostalgia, supernatural rules, hidden secrets, working with artists Buğra Berah and Matt Shults, and what's next for Greenwood.

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Episode 624 in an unlimited series!

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In this episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, host Al Mega sits down with comic book creator Keith Finch of Full-Service Comics to talk about the resurrection of Morphodroids! This cult-classic toy line from the mid-1980s is being reimagined as a deluxe comic book through a live Kickstarter campaign, giving fans old and new the chance to experience the forgotten robot warriors.

Keith shares his journey into comics, the inspiration behind reviving Morphodroids, and the challenges of balancing nostalgia with fresh storytelling. Fans of 80s toys, mecha, and indie comics will not want to miss this conversation—or the campaign that's bringing Morphodroids back to life!

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Episode 623 in an unlimited series!

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The Comic Crusaders Podcast is back with another legendary guest—Ernie Altbacker, writer of beloved animated shows such as Static Shock, Spider-Man, Ben 10, Mucha Lucha, Jay Jay the Jet Plane, and Green Lantern: The Animated Series.

After the success of Area 51 Studios – Issue #1, Altbacker is preparing to launch Issue #2 on Kickstarter. In this exclusive interview, Ernie teases what fans can expect, how the story will expand, and why this sequel is set to be even bigger than the debut.

The campaign is not live yet, but fans are encouraged to follow the project page and be ready when the launch button is hit.

ðŸ"¥ In this episode:

• How Issue #1 set the stage for this new series
• Teasers for what's coming in Issue #2
• Behind-the-scenes of creating an indie comic
• Why fans should get ready for the Kickstarter launch

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Episode 622 in an unlimited series!

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The Comic Crusaders Podcast is back with another exciting interview as Al Mega welcomes comic book creator and freelance writer Benjamin Hunter. His latest project, Model UN, launches on Kickstarter and promises a high-energy blend of aliens, high school politics, and 90s manga-inspired art.

In this episode, Benjamin shares his journey from freelance writing to creating comics, his influences from anime and manga, and the creative process behind bringing Model UN to life. Fans of sci-fi, slice-of-life storytelling, and nostalgic anime vibes will love this project.

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMnE532I-uE

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Episode 621 in an unlimited series!

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In this inspiring episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, host Al Mega sits down with celebrated filmmaker, author, and advocate Tess Cacciatore, the creative force behind Yumi's Universe: Garden of Peace. Recently topping the charts as Amazon's #1 new release in Children's Fairy Tales, Yumi's Universe blends storytelling, animation, and emotional intelligence to create an unforgettable experience for families worldwide.

The project includes an award-winning animated micro-short film, illustrated by Disney legend Joel Christopher Payne, which has already earned six international film festival awards. Tess shares her journey of weaving mindfulness, empathy, and peace into every story, while also launching the second book in the series on August 16 and leading the 99 Days of Peace Through Unity national campaign.

Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply a fan of powerful children's storytelling, this episode delivers inspiration, laughter, and insight into how stories can shape the future.

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Episode 620 in an unlimited series!

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Join Al Mega as he sits down with writer/illustrator Bruno Stahl and editor Odette Schofield from HellDunkel Studios to talk about their explosive new Kickstarter, BOOM BANDITS: THE COMPLETE SAGA.

This underground cyberpunk masterpiece takes readers through a rebellious, high-octane saga that blends punk rock aesthetics, dystopian grit, and a street-art attitude that refuses to compromise. In this episode, Bruno and Odette share their creative journey, the madness of pulling together the complete edition, and why this is the must-support Kickstarter of the year.

Whether you're a longtime fan of indie comics or new to the BOOM BANDITS universe, this is an episode you can't miss.

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Episode 619 in an unlimited series!

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