
Tess Cacciatore on Yumi’s Universe: Garden of Peace – Comic Crusaders Podcast #620
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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- I'm Al Mega the CEO of Comic Crusaders, CEO of the Undercover Capes Podcast Network, CEO of Geekery Magazine & Owner of Splintered Press (coming soon). I'm a fan of comics, cartoons and old school video games. Make sure to check out our podcasts/vidcasts and more!
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