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Al Mega

Al Mega is the CEO and driving force behind Comic Crusaders, bringing the WEPA energy to comics, pop culture, music, tech, podcasting and the business behind the fandom. Expect creator-first conversations, sharp takes, a little Brooklyn attitude and a whole lot of love for the culture. The Crusade Never Ends!

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Comic Crusaders Podcast February 1, 2026

Comic Crusaders Podcast #649 – Max Hoven

In this episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, Al Mega sits down with the creator behind Internet Comic Database (ICDb), a brand-new…

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Comic Crusaders Podcast February 1, 2026

Comic Crusaders Podcast #648 – Del James

Legendary writer and Guns N’ Roses collaborator Del James joins Al Mega to break down his explosive new novel Consensual Violence—a brutal,…

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Comics February 1, 2026

WHAT’S ON THE SHELF, FEB. 4TH – INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERS

This list is based on the shipping dates from the distributors order forms. Not all comicbook shops order all items. If you have questions…

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Comics February 1, 2026

WHAT’S ON THE SHELF, FEB. 4TH – PREMIER PUBLISHERS

This list is based on the shipping dates from the distributors order forms. Not all comicbook shops order all items. If you have questions…

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Comics February 1, 2026

WHAT’S ON THE SHELF, FEB. 4TH – THE BIG 2

This list is based on the shipping dates from the distributors order forms. Not all comicbook shops order all items. If you have questions…

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Comics February 1, 2026

PREVIEW: CONAN THE BARBARIAN #29

New pulp-tastic tales In the tradition of Robert E. Howard. A deadly new foe hunts Conan the Barbarian, tracking his spirit wherever…

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Comics January 31, 2026

PREVIEW: By A Thread B2 #4

As Charlie’s startling new revelation rocks the crew’s faith in their new hosts, Juniper learns more about the mysterious man known as…

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Comics January 31, 2026

FIRST LOOK: RICK AND MORTY: THE MANGA VOL. 2: AFTER-SCHOOL SCIENCE CLUB

Fan-Favorite Creators Josh Tierney & JeyOdin Deliver a Sordid Saga of Science, Sweethearts, and After-School Activities! WILL MORTY’S MANGA-INSPIRED MACHINATIONS LEAD TO…

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