WAYNE'S COMICS PODCAST

t’s a great week here at the podcast, so it’s time for a great conversation! In Episode 747, it’s the return of David Pepose, the writer of Savage Avengers, Space Ghost, Speed Racer, and The O.Z., wonderful comics you should definitely support! During our discussion, we talk about his latest Kickstarter, and it’s for The O.Z. #1-3, which you can sign up for at this link! Here’s the book’s description: “Haunted by her past, a disillusioned Iraq war veteran must survive the war-torn land of Oz.” Of course, the O.Z. stands for the “occupied zone,” which is something we talk about. David and I discuss his return to Kickstarter after some time away. We also delve into his run on Space Ghost, which I truly enjoy, then touch on Speed Racer and his other books! David is one of those great rising comics creators you should keep up with, so don’t miss this fun conversation!

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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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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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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 Terroris 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.

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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In Episode #742, it’s the return of excellent publisher Mike Kennedy, the main force behind Magnetic Press!

Mike Kennedy from Magnetic Press, one of my very favorite comics producers! Mike talks about their eclectic comics offerings, including Klaw and Waluk by Emilio Ruiz and Ana Miralles! His current Kickstarter is for Silent Jenny, which is described as “A haunting story of dystopian melancholy and visual grandeur from the author of SHANGRI-LA and CARBON & SILICON.” It concludes this Friday, May 1, 2026, at 8 p.m. ET, and it is so very worthy of your support! Be sure to check out their online catalog here! Be sure you don’t miss what Mike has to say!

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Greg Weisman is an American writer, producer, novelist, and voice actor best known for creating the animated series Gargoyles, co-developing The Spectacular Spider-Man, and producing Young Justice, is the guest this week in Episode #741! We focus particularly on Gargoyles this time, a favorite of mine in both comics and animation!

Greg has brought many other comics stories to life, including when the Gargoyles met the Fantastic Four in New York City and many others. We talk about how Gargoyles came to be, who the characters are, and what the future might hold for these heroes of the night. If you enjoy excellent storytelling and compelling characters, be sure to pick up any comic that has his name on it, just like I do!

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Ven Adams, the guitarist, creative director, and co-founder of the musical band Fangbanger, is the guest this week in Episode #740! She’s bringing an anthology, 120-page comic version of their album Superposition to fans around the world via her zoop.gg crowdfunding project.

Ven and the rest of the band blend music and visual storytelling into a singular, immersive aesthetic. The group’s work has always drawn on comic and manga influences, shaping their visuals, stage design, and narrative-driven projects. Here’s how the book is described: “Superposition was the band’s first and only album, and this anthology gives its themes a second life through visual storytelling. Rather than focusing only on loss, the project is about growth, memory, and the strange, beautiful process of becoming someone new after everything changes. Supporting this campaign helps turn the music into something tangible and lasting—a book that carries those emotions forward.” We talk about the band, including how it was formed, how the album was brought together, and what Ven is looking forward to doing in the months and years ahead. You can support Ven and this book by going to this link, and this crowdfunder will conclude on or around Thursday, April 30. Don’t miss this fascinating conversation exploring the relationship between comic books and music!

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This week in Episode #739, Wayne talks with Luke McGarry, the creator of hilarious and irreverent comics that have routinely gone viral now collected in Weird Hill to Die On!

Luke McGarry is an illustrator, cartoonist, animator and designer from Manchester, UK, now based in Los Angeles. He created the minor internet phenomenon Sad Chewie, as well as a number of animations and music videos. Here’s the book’s description: “Featuring his takes on everything from pop culture to politics, spanning early gags to new, never-before-seen exclusives, Weird Hill to Die On showcases Luke at his funniest, most outrageous best.” We discuss how this book came to be, explore the various stories, and talk about what else Luke has coming in the months ahead! You can support Luke and his book by going to this link, and this crowdfunder will conclude on or around Monday, April 27. Don’t miss this fun conversation and what Luke has coming our way in the months ahead!

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Ben Crane from Scattered Futures is the guest this week in Episode #738!

Ben is a writer and editor of prose and comics, and he tells stories of finding hope and community in a harsh and challenging world. He has a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign underway for Scattered Futures, a 32-page comic with three full-color science-fiction stories of human connection in a harsh and fractured universe. This new comic book is described this way: “In a universe of dehumanizing systems, uncaring corporations, and ceaseless, unrewarded labor, these are tales of hope, found family, and shared humanity. The only better future is the one we build for ourselves.” We talk about how this book came to be, explore the various stories, and how Ben hopes to shed a small ray of light and hope for his readers! Don’t miss this fun conversation and what Ben has coming our way in the months ahead!

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