E.B. Kogan & Jessica Silvetti Talk Shockheaded Peter On Comic Crusaders Podcast #616
Release Date: 01/13/2026
Ben Mauro Interview, Huxley: The Oracle & World-Building Mastery – Comic Crusaders Podcast #640
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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, humor, and raw insight. This conversation dives deep into the philosophy of ruined futures, the power of visual storytelling, and why Huxley isn’t just sci-fi — it’s a warning...
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #639 – Ridge Kiley & AJ Light
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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 up to be one of the most ambitious indie releases of the year. With Ridge’s leadership and AJ’s storytelling vision, Rising Empire Studios continues to push boundaries, evolve their universe, and...
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #638 – Erik Jensen
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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 during treatment? Not a mystical artifact. Not a Hollywood miracle. Comic books. The classics. The comfort reads. The heroes that held his hand through chemo and fear and uncertainty....
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Comic Crusaders Podast #637 – T.C. Moth Talks Curriculum: A Texas Teacher Tale
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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 Star State. This ain’t your grandma’s teacher memoirthis book reads like if The Office, Abbott Elementary, and Waiting for Superman had a lovechild… in a...
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #636 – Neil Kleid & Alex Cormack talk Medieval
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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 that brought them here. Kleid brings narrative precision, emotional tension, and the grounded realism that makes the world of Medieval feel lived-inand dangerous. Cormack...
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #635 – Matthew Arnold
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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, conspiracy, and the dangers of unchecked technology. In Outer Lands, a young Grecian prince is exiled to a mysterious prison island, only to uncover a global secret that reshapes...
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #634 – Paul Pope/Total THB
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Comic Crusaders proudly welcomes iconic creator Paul Pope to celebrate the long-awaited return of . 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 guardian. The world blends artistic rebellion, oppressive control, and Pope’s signature dynamic artwork—now presented in bold black and white to spotlight every brushstroke. In this exclusive...
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #633 – Jeff Marvin/Hunters of Sheydim
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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 dives into the origins of the project, exploring the mythology behind the Sheydim and the brutal world his hunters must survive. The interview explores Jeff’s creative evolution, his...
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T.Y. Lee Talks Return of the Rooftop Koreans on the Comic Crusaders Podcast #632
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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, the cultural significance behind the Rooftop Koreans mythos, and the personal experiences that shaped the project. Known for his unique sense of humor from dressing as a werewolf to...
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Comic Crusaders Podcast #631 - Kevin Roberts talks Heavy Metal Queen
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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 chrome-plated storytelling dipped in guitar solos, plasma cannons, and pure, uncut imagination! And now he’s back with Heavy Metal Queen #2 AND #3, leveling up the universe he created last...
info_outlineComic Crusaders Podcast is back with another must-listen episode! Host Al Mega brings his signature WEPA energy as he sits down with creative power duo E.B. Kogan & Jessica Silvetti to talk all about their latest project, Shockheaded Peter.
This darkly humorous reimagining of classic cautionary tales dives deep into the wicked and the weird. Together, Kogan & Silvetti discuss their collaborative process, creative challenges, and the inspirations behind bringing Shockheaded Peter to life.
From balancing horror with humor to the dynamics of working as a writing team, this interview delivers laughs, insights, and plenty of surprises. Fans of indie storytelling, dark comedy, and bold creative voices won’t want to miss it!
Be sure to check out the full episode below:
https://rumble.com/v6zgxru-comic-crusaders.html?mref=yjhq8&mc=1xorn
Kickstarter Launching Oct. 8th:
http://www.shockheaded2.com
Website:
www.ShockheadedPeterComic.com
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E.B.: @ebkfromla (on all social media platforms)
Jess: @jess_silvetti (Instagram)
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