Comic Books

BONUS: Union St. Choir Kickstarter Interview w/ Ben Schwartz

This week we speak w/ Ben Schwartz, owner of Empires Comics Vault and Bootleg Publication. We discuss the launch of their Kickstarter for the book Union St. Choir and introduce a new, special segment with Ben. Support Bootleg Pub and this new Kickstarter campaign and get more info at bootlegpub.com. Be sure to subscribe and…

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Episode 51: Live at Empires Returns

Join the Crusaders for their first ever LIVE (at the time) podcast with a studio audience from Empire’s Comics Vault! The gents channel Joan Rivers for a classic round of “who wore it best?” while following it up with two “vs.” matches for the ages. You can catch the Crusaders on the first Friday of…

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Episode 50: The Return of Kal-El

This week, the Crusaders celebrate 50! Episodes that is, nobody is that old yet. A full house of Crusaders, along with a certain FaceTom, gather to reminisce about the journey so far, as well as look ahead to the future of the greatest comic related podcast to ever assault your senses! Jokes! Stories! Jayme’s rugged,…

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Episode 49: Luke Cage Review

Just in time for the holidays, we sneak you the Christmas/Hanukkah/Kwanzaa gift that is the Capeless Crusaders! This week, we are giving you an episode that’s been in the works for a while; it’s our chat on Marvel’s Netflix hit, Luke Cage! We talk his origins, our thoughts on the show, and more! Perfect for…

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BONUS: Special Edition – LIVE From Empire’s Comics Vault

After warding off attacks on the Crusader Castle from Hydra agents, the Crusaders were given refuge by our good friends at Empire’s Comics Vault. Transmitting from the Vault itself, we are reviewing the visual spectacle that is Marvel’s Dr. Strange film. Covering comics we’ve been reading. And new ones you should be checking too! Make…

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Episode 48: CrockerCon Wrap

Join the Crusaders this week as they welcome Amy from Cracking the Vault to recap CrockerCon! One of our new favorite events in Sacramento, CrockerCon brings comic art to the museum scene in a big way. There is no way we will ever miss this event going forward, and neither should you! Why you ask?…

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Episode 47: An Author No Moore

This week, the Crusaders discuss the career and retirement of the enigmatic wizard of comic book writing, Alan Moore! From his greatest works, to his sometimes controversial antics, the Crusaders pay tribute to an influential pillar of modern comics and graphic novels, while still maintaining a critical outlook in his storied career. Be sure to…

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Episode 46: (Kinda) LIVE from CrockerCon

Join the Crusaders this week for a live (at the time) podcast with Amy from Cracking the Vault at CrockerCon! Multiple guests join the crew as Jared Konopitski (jaredkonopitski.com), Sir Aaron Carter (vgbstudios.com), Laura Benson (facebook.com/oblivioncomics), and Ben Schwartz (empirescomics.com) all round out a fantastic evening of comics, culture, and art! What inspires Jared’s fantastic…

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Episode 45: Who Wore It Best #2 (YAS Queen)

This week, the Crusaders become fashion police, as we debate who wore it best among some of DC’s finest! Sprinkle in a chat about some of our favorite villains and a whole heaping serving of comic representation talk centered around Marvel’s newest hero Mosaic and you’ve got a full serving of the Capeless Crusaders! Grab…

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Episode 44: StocktonCon Wrap

This week, join the Crusaders as we talk Cons! Not convicts, mind you, conventions! Our very own Curtis Fisher was in Stockton for the 5th annual StocktonCon, where he encountered the best of the best when it comes to local cosplayers, comic creators, and even some pro wrestling legends! We also preview CrockerCon, this Thursday…

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