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This week in Episode 746, it's the return of C. E. Massari! He has a new project coming soon called The Mafia Vs. The Klan!

This new graphic novel will launch on Kickstarter in September 2026 as a premier title in Source Point Press' relaunch. The book is described this way: "Inspired by real-life events experienced by Massari's own grandfather, the 120-page original graphic novel (OGN) is described as 'John Wick meets The Godfather.' It tells a gritty, high-stakes story of justice and vengeance that resonates with historical weight and cinematic intensity." We discuss this fascinating story, including how it came to be and examine the characters! Sign up to receive the latest info from his Kickstarter at this link! You can follow this creator to get the latest news on Substack by going to this link. Don't miss this terrific interview with one of the creators of Six Swords and other excellent comics storytelling!

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Operation Foreboding Tomorrow begins as the team, down one member, searches for the entrance to the Steel Thatch's base and runs into some good ol' boys taking target practice.

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Marvel corporate shakeups, a cautious look at Diablo: Dawn of Hatred #2, a slightly misleading but still fun Young Hellboy, and then a deep dive into Absolute Superman—working-class Krypton, corporate tyranny, and maybe the best Absolute book yet.

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REVIEWS YOUNG HELLBOY: THRILLING SKY ADVENTURES #1

Writer: Mike Mignola, Thomas Sniegoski Artist: Craig Rousseau Publisher: Dark Horse Comics Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: May 20, 2026

In a comic adventure within a comic adventure, Scarlett Santiago may have beaten too many villains to keep a low profile on the streets anymore. To keep herself safe and defeat the bad guys who are after her, she may need to team up with a mysterious, feline figure who has similar goals.

Rating: 3.5/5

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DIABLO: DAWN OF HATRED #2

Writer: Cullen Bunn Artist: Daniela Serra Publisher: Titan Comics Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: May 27, 2026

Surrounded by his loyal followers, not least amongst them the barbarians of the Fox Tribe, Akarat continues to spread his teachings throughout Sanctuary. But though he claims peace and love, violence and suspicion shadow his every step. Though it was Akarat's teachings, thousands of years ago, which founded the Zakarum Church, the priests do not trust this new incarnation of the prophet. And Vrexia, their agent within Akarat's ranks, is running out

Rating: 3/5

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TRADE DISCUSSION ABSOLUTE SUPERMAN VOL. 1: LAST DUST OF KRYPTON

Writer: Jason Aaron Artist: Rafa Sandoval Publisher: DC Comics

In a different, darker world, Kal-El landed in a remote Kansas field, the last survivor from an alien planet…but even before that moment, nothing unfolded as you'd expect. As he tries to survive in a world seemingly determined to repeat the mistakes of the demolished Krypton, he'll come into conflict with the globe-straddling Lazarus Corporation and its agenda of exploitation…and go fist-to-fist with its brutal army of Peacemakers!

Best-selling writer Jason Aaron (Star Wars, Thor, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) is joined by superstar artist Rafa Sandoval (The Flash, Action Comics) to reinvent Superman from the ground up! Collects Absolute Superman #1-6.

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We have a very special guest in Episode 745! It's Mark Russell from Ahoy Comics' Billionaire Island and Second Coming!

The first-ever Ahoy Comics Kickstarter will launch soon, and it will focus on Mark's new tale The Forgotten Divine. Russ Braun from The Boys is providing the art. The book is described this way: "His sleep haunted by images of a faraway planet, unhoused veteran Rodney Coleman drifts into establishing a UFO cult with others plagued by dreams of the same world. The group's shared effort to understand, heartfelt at first, descends over time into unreality, conspiracy, paranoia, violence, and conceivably . . . revelation." We explore this fascinating story, including talking about the characters and what this all means! We also discuss his recent collected edition for Traveling to Mars, so I'm sure you're going to enjoy what Mark has to say!

You can still sign up to be notified when The Forgotten Divine launches by going to this link. Don't miss this insightful and fun interview with one of the industry's most talked-about creators!

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New mechs have arrived, and the players outfit their systems. Then, the team learns about their next mission—Operation Foreboding Tomorrow!

Patrons mentioned in this episode: Ingrid, Red Iron, Nicholas Buckendorf

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Marvel goes horror with the new Midnight Universe, Rockford Files gets a reboot, White Boat #3 and Catacombs of Torment #11 bring the scares, and then we head to Oz for a surprisingly rich discussion of Ultimate Oz Universe: The Lost Lands.

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REVIEWS WHITE BOAT #3

Writer: Scott Snyder Artist: Francesco Francavilla Publisher: DSTLRY Cover Price: $8.99 Release Date: May 18, 2026

After learning the dark secrets of the mysterious island, Lee is left to decide if he wants to join these cosmic cultists or make a break for freedom. But when he's unwilling to leave his metamorphic monster of a brother behind, he will make a fateful decision that might save their necks but doom the entire planet!

WHITE BOAT reunites Scott Snyder, the visionary writer who redefined comic book dread with Wytches and introduced Batman into a terrifying, cerebral era reunites with modern noir master Francesco Francavilla for a white-knuckle descent into Lovecraftian maritime madness!

EC CATACOMB OF TORMENT #11

Writer: Dustin Weaver, Matt Bors, Liam Johnson Artist: Dustin Weaver, Arjuna Susini Publisher: Oni Press Cover Price: $4.99 Release Date: May 20, 2026

OH NO? OH YES! IT'S A SINEW-SNAPPING EC ORIGIN SPECTACULAR! EC's very own Mistress of Malice, the Tormentor, finally takes center stage to reveal her hopes ("to see your bone marrow!"), dreams ("slathering you in scalding oil!"), and aspirations ("finding excruciating new ways of using the ball peen hammer!") in this VERY SPECIAL and EXTRA BLOODY tale of who she is and how she came to be!

Join us for an "all-scar" celebration of Her Royal Majesty of Pain as modern EC Comics master Dustin Weaver (Avengers, Paklis) dons his bloody red pen to write and illustrate this magnificently malignant chapter in Horror Host history! Plus: More new torturous tales from the depths of the Tormentor's catacomb await, courtesy of fiendishly minded creators Matt Bors (The Toxic Avenger), Liam Johnson (Armitage), Arjuna Susini (Lamentation), and more!

Don't miss our most devilish ish yet—or she'll leave you for last!

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TRADE DISCUSSION ULTIMATE OZ UNIVERSE: THE LOST LANDS

Writer: Cullen Bunn, Larry King Artist: Mike Deodato, Jr. Publisher: AWA Studios

In this captivating graphic novel, you'll meet Tip who embarks on a transformative journey through the Lands of Oz, uncovering the truth about his origins and the magic within him. During his wild adventure, he encounters familiar faces — like Dorothy and the Tin Woodman — and meets new characters, like Hungry Tiger and H.M. Wogglebug, T.E., as he ventures through wonderous places like Fiddlestick Forest and Gillikin Country.

Through thrilling twists and unexpected turns, Tip unravels the mystery of his birth and discovers his true identity and destiny. Steeped in rich lore and imaginative storytelling, this Oz adventure is firmly rooted in Baum's OZ canon, blending nostalgia with fresh perspectives for fantasy lovers and longtime Oz fans alike.

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James Aquilone, accomplished horror writer/editor, returns to the Wayne's Comics Podcast in Episode #744!

Wayne has a great conversation this week with James, a favorite here at the podcast! On May 19, Monstrous Books will be releasing the first-ever Creepshow prose collection inspired by the hit Shudder series! It's described this way: "Creepshow: 13 Tales of Terror is a macabre celebration of the series' legacy — twisting morality tales of terror, justice, and cosmic retribution, told through the Creep's ghoulish grin." We discuss how this book is coming to be, who has created the various contributions, and what we can expect from James and Monstrous Books in the months ahead! This story collection will be available as an ebook, paperback, and hardcover on May 19, 2026, wherever books are sold, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Apple Books, and local independent retailers. The Creep invites you to turn the page... if you dare.

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The eight operatives must survive one final test to prove their worth.

"They had a plan, until the robots with guns showed up."

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Robots search for purpose in If Destruction Be Our Lot, Destination Kill brings blocky dystopian energy, and then we go deep on Speed Racer Vol. 1—why it still works, why the movie is finally getting its due, and how this new comic updates the classic formula.

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REVIEWS IF DESTRUCTION BE OUR LOT #1

Writer: Mark Elijah Rosenberg, Matthew Rosenberg Artists: Francesco Segala, Andy Macdonald Publisher: Image Comics Cover Price: $5.99 Release Date: May 6, 2026

Humanity is extinct and all that remains are the robots who once helped us.The robots who once helped us are happier now, doing their work without human interference. But not Abe. He believes there must be something more out there. After nearly getting killed, he's determined to wander the Earth until he finds it—or gets recycled trying. Brilliant artist ANDY MACDONALD (Doctor Strange, Wonder Woman), and adequate writers MARK ELIJAH ROSENBERG (Approaching the Unknown, Year Million) and MATTHEW ROSENBERG (WE'RE TAKING EVERYONE DOWN WITH US, 4 Kids Walk Into A Bank) bring you an ongoing sci-fi adventure about finding purpose, holding onto hope, and really lonely robots.

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DESTINATION KILL #1

Writer: Joe Palmer Artist: Joe Palmer Publisher: Oni Press Cover Price: $5.99 Release Date: May 13, 2026

The year is 2125, and the all-powerful corporation Overcon uses its robot workers to pour our drinks and dispense our meds, all while rebuilding London's Central City into a hyper-modern megalopolis bolted together in its own image. But as Overcon prepares to celebrate the first year of its Paradise Loop—a superfast transatlantic train that connects the Central City to New York in under 60 minutes—an unwieldy army of displaced human workers floods the streets with weapons, plotting an attack at the anniversary gala. Enter: Gina Serene, a stressed-out, pill-popping police detective in desperate need of a vacation and her ex-partner turned P.I., Lance Wingman—who are now the only thing standing between Overcon's skyscraper-sized fist and the worker uprising that threatens to bring Britain's capital crashing down around them.

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TRADE DISCUSSION SPEED RACER VOL. 1

Writer: David Pepose Artist: Davide Tinto Publisher: Mad Cave Studios

We're going pedal to the metal in this all-new interpretation of Tatsuo Yoshida's classic manga/anime MachGoGoGo, known to Western audiences as the demon on wheels -- Speed Racer!

Speed Racer lives for the thrill of the race, but on the underground circuit, the rules are anything goes. Dodging bullets, explosions, and dirty tricks, he's got one goal: to prove he's the best. But when a dangerous syndicate targets his family, Speed's greatest challenge won't be on the track…it'll be on the streets. With the police closing in and a masked racer lurking in the shadows, Speed is about to learn that some races can't be won with horsepower alone.

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In Episode #743, Aaron Cohen from Schticks & Stones Holiday Special is the guest this week!

Aaron Cohen is a writer and festival award-winning filmmaker who, with other creators, is celebrating Jewish culture and heritage with the Schticks & Stones Holiday Special! This one-shot is described as "A 28-page riotous romp through three Jewish holiday mysteries—Purim, Passover, and Hanukkah—that would make even your bubbe plotz!" The Kickstarter concludes this Thursday, May 7, 2026, at 6:02 a.m. ET, and it is truly worthy of your support! Be sure to back their Kickstarter here! Be sure you listen to what Aaron has to say!

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