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He Lost His Keys in Space is the newest dark-humor sci-fi graphic novel making waves across the indie comic scene, and Comic Crusaders sat down with creators Luke Milton and Lizzy Lang to dig into how this hilarious cosmic adventure came to life. Published by Black Panel Press, the book follows a hapless protagonist who manages to lose his keys… somewhere in the universe. What starts as a ridiculous premise quickly unfolds into sharp satire, emotional beats, surreal world-building, and visuals that balance gritty sci-fi with absurd humor. During the interview, Luke and Lizzy discuss their creative partnership, their career beginnings, and what drew them toward a project filled with cosmic chaos. Lizzy shares her experience as a debut graphic novelist, while Luke breaks down the artistic inspirations and visual storytelling behind the book. The duo also highlight the challenges of timing comedy in comic panels, how satire helps them explore modern society, and which scenes pushed them creatively the most. For fans of smart humor, unique sci-fi worlds, and indie comics doing something different, He Lost His Keys in Space is a must-read. Watch the full interview to get the inside look directly from the creators! ðŸ"š ORDER / LEARN MORE: https://blackpanelpress.com/en/product/he-lost-his-keys-in-space/ Follow on Social: Luke: Instagram: @lukemiltonwrites Website: lukemiltonwrites.com Lizzy: @lizzy.lang on insta. ðŸ"¥ LIKE • COMMENT • SUBSCRIBE Support indie comics and the creative teams making wild new worlds! Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 629 in an unlimited series! Host: Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: / comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega Want to create amazing live streams like ours? Then look no further than StreamYard! The BEST and EASIEST to use Streaming Solution on Earth! Check it out at: : https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6492786798886912
Temple has one of the city's top players headed its way in the 2026 class in Father Judge High School guard Derrick Morton-Rivera, who spoke with OwlScoop this week about leading the Crusaders to their second consecutive Philadelphia Catholic League championship and what he sees ahead for his college career on North Broad Street. With spring football practice set to kick off March 10, it's time to start talking about some players who will be carving out important roles for the Owls in the second season of the K.C. Keeler era. And in case you've missed it, Bonnie Rosen's Temple women's lacrosse team is 6-0 after beating No. 17 Penn Wednesday. Intro: 0:00 – 7:25 Derrick Morton-Rivera talks Temple: 7:25 – 12:19 Can the Owls halt their 4-game losing streak at FAU?: 12:19 – 20:31 Diane Richardson's squad takes on Rice: 20:31 – 22:39 Players we'll be talking about during spring football: 22:39 – 28:58 Temple's undefeated women's lacrosse team takes on No. 17 Penn: 28:58 – 31:47 Paying tribute to the late Tre Johnson: 31:47 – 32:42 Mailbag: 32:42 – 50:00 *Editor's note: This week's episode was recorded before the Temple women's basketball team lost to Rice and before the Owls' lacrosse team won at Penn.
Rog, Bryce, Mulls, Creech and Mitch chat about Creech's baby oil infused strip and how bad the Crusaders are!!
The creative storm that is Duke Electric has struck again and this time, it's in comic form! With decades of experience across animation, film, and live entertainment, Duke has delivered visual storytelling to global audiences through studios like Warner Bros, Netflix, PBS, Nickelodeon, DreamWorks, and Peacock. Now, he's combining that cinematic expertise with his twisted humor in GREG: Issue #0 – The Delivery Room Massacre. The comic delivers equal parts chaos, laughs, and carnage, wrapped in a killer visual style. Join the movement, support original storytelling, and help bring this electrifying world to life. https://rumble.com/v71mgv0-comic-crusaders.html?mref=yjhq8&mc=1xorn Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 628 in an unlimited series! Host: Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: / comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega
Tonight its just Happy and KARL chewing the fat. Are the Crusaders in trouble. What do the Force need to fix. Will normal transmission be resumed in Fiji. We get deep into the weeds feel free to reach out and tell us your opinion. Its the pre season so get down to your local rugby club become a member and buy a beer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TV's Michael Atkinson, from Stan Sport and the Nine Network joins Brett McKay on our brand new offering, the AUS Rugby scene, for a look back on another round of Super Rugby Pacific dominated by the form of the NSW Waratahs and ACT Brumbies. Somethings are hard to keep a lid on, right? The Brumbies just put 50 on the Crusaders in Christchurch, and the Waratahs won well over Drua despite leaving a similar scoreline on the field. And it all makes for an interesting view on the Queensland Reds this weekend, who are still theoretically the best team in Australia. #rugby #rugbypodcast #89Rugby #SuperRugbyPacific Find us on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever else you get your podcasts Social media: search for ‘8/9 Rugby' on Twitter, Bluesky, LinkedIn, and we're doing more on Instagram, too And please do check out and subscribe to 8/9 Rugby on Substack: https://89rugby.substack.com/ Find Brett on both Twitter and on BlueSky: @BMcSport Music: "Up Above" by Letter Box (via YouTube Creator Studio) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Moana Pasifika vs Western Force. Queensland Reds vs Highlanders. Fijian Drua vs Hurricanes. Chiefs vs Crusaders. Brumbies vs Blues. Con Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/seis-naciones/ y https://www.gulagalega.com/estilo-de-cerveza-artesana/1821-sinduena-drop-w-hablemos-de-rugby-lata-44-cl.htmlEscucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699
The Crusaders have struggled to get their 2026 Super Rugby title defence up and running after slumping to 0-2 following defeats to the Highlanders and the Brumbies. Rob Penney is the head coach of the Crusaders and he joined D'Arcy to discuss what's been going wrong for the franchise. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tonight its just Happy and KARL chewing the fat. Are the Crusaders in trouble. What do the Force need to fix. Will normal transmission be resumed in Fiji. We get deep into the weeds feel free to reach out and tell us your opinion. Its the pre season so get down to your local rugby club become a member and buy a beer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It was a weekend of our favourite sporting delicacy: beautiful, chaotic upsets and we are absolutely feasting. Ireland didn't just beat England… they systematically dismantled them, with Jamison Gibson-Park running the show like a man who had the English defence on puppet strings. Every counter looked dangerous, every breakdown felt Irish, and England had absolutely no answers. Down south, the rugby gods delivered something even more outrageous: the Crusaders didn't just lose — they got hammered. The Brumbies dropped a half-century on them in Christchurch for their first win there in 26 years. Nobody saw it coming, everybody enjoyed it (well… almost everybody). Wales, after weeks of looking like rugby's saddest soap opera, finally resembled a functioning rugby side again. They still went down to a street-tough, slightly fortunate Scotland — but at least this time there were signs of life and something to actually laugh with instead of at. We also get stuck into France continuing to look like the team to beat, Italy continuing to be awkwardly competitive, and a Super Rugby round that delivered chaos, entertainment, and confirmation that the Blues still look shaky even when they scrape past the Force. Upsets, chaos, schadenfreude, and a healthy dose of nonsense. Grab a beer and enjoy.
Ant is back from faraway lands with a scouting report from Georgia (spoiler: they don't know much about SA rugby… except that we're good), and the boys dive into a proper Six Nations mid-tournament temperature check. We unpack three weeks of Six Nations chaos: France looking like the only adults in the room, Ireland nearly getting Italy'd in Dublin, Scotland doing Scotland things (again), and England discovering that a 12-game streak doesn't stop you getting put to the sword. Along the way we argue about drifting passes, TMOs who simply can't help themselves, and whether gold boots are basically a cursed captaincy announcement. Then it's a quick whip around the globe: SA's new U20/U23 Currie Cup bridge (and the return of curtain-raiser nostalgia), early Super Rugby weirdness (Brumbies statement win, Crusaders in the mud, and the usual “it's early” cop-outs), URC's return, and Varsity Cup's latest mad-scientist scoring rule. Also the Lions did the double over the Sharks! Music by @monstroid, 80s TV Show.
Welcome back to the Pick and Go podcast.There were some controversial moments in the games at the weekend and the big one was at the Chiefs. Is this another week where the powers that be will be admitting they got it wrong, or was this just smart play?A few weeks ago we submitted new rules and the fans seemed to love Paul's suggestion of an NFL style draft to start the Super Rugby season and so we ask the panel to do their own draft of current players.We look ahead at the big clashes this weekend and with the Crusaders 0-2 for the start of the season will they be able to turn things around agains the 2-0 Chiefs.All this and so much more on another action packed episode of the Pick and Go.Tune in every Tuesday during the rugby season for new episodes! Our Spotify Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/show/53Zdy7mUhaEMYDogERjLeQ?si=d80307e733bf41de Check Out Our TAB Socials Here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tab.nz?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw== Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TAB/ X/Twitter: https://x.com/TAB_NZL?s=20
Jip, Bryn and Ross break down how the Crusaders capitulated and what the Brumbies' form means for the title race.They look at whether the Chiefs have reached their potential, the Hurricanes' epic start, why the Landers defence is superb and whether Caleb Tangitau has all the pieces to be a test winger.Oh yeh .. and the Blues can get up against the Brumbies this week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Victorias de Hurricanes, Waratahs, Chiefs, Blues y Brumbies. Los de Canberra, ganaron por primera vez en 26 años a Crusaders en Christchurh. Con Carles de Borja y Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/seis-naciones/ y https://www.gulagalega.com/estilo-de-cerveza-artesana/1821-sinduena-drop-w-hablemos-de-rugby-lata-44-cl.htmlEscucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699
Welcome to another edition of the Monday review podcast, where this week review the final week of the NRL's pre-season games with Vegas just around the corner. Then we rip into the Super Rugby with the crusaders moving to 0/2 after getting smashed at home by the Brumbies, plenty to discuss there, as well as the Chiefs remaining unbeaten and the Brumbies and Waratahs topping the Super Rugby ladder.We also discuss the AFC pulling off a 5-0 hidingof their rivals in the Wellington Phoenix, the Breakers lads banking a juicy payday after beating Adelaide last night on the Gold Coast, and a T20 World Cup update with 2 upsets overnight.NRL, Super Rugby, 6 Nations, A-League, NBL and Cricket. Strap in. Cheers to the TAB & Michelob Ultra for getting around the podcast as always!
Rog, Bryce, Mulls, Mel, Creech give Mitch more shit about the Crusaders loss and we find out what Mulls' son Miller is saying at school!
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On today's episode of The Agenda, Matt Heath joins ACC Head G Lane to discuss Kiwi golfing legend Michael Campbell's life as a cage dancer before turning pro in golf (00:00)... WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Next, the fellas recap the latest round of Super Rugby and how things have gone from bad to worse for Crusaders fans (05:05) and Canterbury cricket fans (10:00)...Then, they get into the absolute abomination that is the Wellington Phoenix. Have Auckland FC gone too far with their humiliation of the Nix (12:45)?Also, the Breakers win the Ignite Cup (21:20), the Black Caps get rained out (22:30), and the Winter Olympics are done (24:30).Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (34:55)... Did you know that we've launched a new Facebook Group called 'The Caravan' JOIN HERE! Brought to you by Export Ultra! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In 1982, a sixteen-year-old boy in the Midwest sat down and wrote eight episodes of a television series about teenagers running a school newspaper. The characters drank in darkrooms. They brought guns to school. They had bone cancer and absent fathers and substance abuse problems that no adult in the building knew how to address. One of them wore orange overalls and ordered a razor from a magazine that promised to scrape away the dead sensuality, uncovering your natural, animal instincts. The blades cost seventy-nine dollars and eighty-eight cents. The razor cost three dollars and eighty-seven cents. That detail is the kind of thing only a teenager would write, because only a teenager understands the specific economics of being cheated by the adult world before you are old enough to know the word for it. That boy was me. And for over four decades, those scripts sat in a drawer, and then in a file, and then in the particular purgatory of work that matters to its author but has not yet found its form. Today I want to talk about what happens when you go back.
Giddy up nerds - these Brumbies are the real deal.Who else is flying high after watching the ACT pile 50 points on the Crusaders in Christchurch to mark James Slipper's 200th with a 50-24 win?Join Mitch and Lachie to dissect an incredible Round 2 of Super Rugby Pacific that saw the Brumbies and Waratahs keep their top-two ladder rankings while the Force slipped to the bottom after a tough loss to the Blues.26-year hoodoos broken, more Jorgensen and Cale highlights - it's a juicy episode and Lachie's had a few cans before hitting record.Wallaby Shop - https://wallaby.sjv.io/WyRyVGLinktree - https://linktr.ee/Scrumbags_rugbyInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/scrumbagsrugby/Twitter/X - @scrumbagsrugbyPatreon - https://patreon.com/ScrumbagsRugby Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this week's episode of Rugby Direct, Elliott Smith and Nick Bewley review round two of Super Rugby Pacific, The Brumbies thump the Crusaders, What's going wrong for the defending champs? Also, the boys review the latest matches out of the 6 nations, and could Stephen Larkham be a smokey to be part of the next All Black coaching staff? LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Agradece a este podcast tantas horas de entretenimiento y disfruta de episodios exclusivos como éste. ¡Apóyale en iVoox! Triunfos de Hurricanes, Waratahs, Chiefs, Blues y Brumbies en Christchurch (rompiendo una racha de 26 años sin derrotar a Crusaders en su estadio). Con Javier Señarís, by https://www.divertisenvivo.com/seis-naciones/ y https://www.gulagalega.com/estilo-de-cerveza-artesana/1821-sinduena-drop-w-hablemos-de-rugby-lata-44-cl.htmlEscucha este episodio completo y accede a todo el contenido exclusivo de Hablemos de Rugby. Descubre antes que nadie los nuevos episodios, y participa en la comunidad exclusiva de oyentes en https://go.ivoox.com/sq/644699
We're rolling into the second week of Super Rugby with a blockbuster New Zealand derby. The Chiefs are heading down to Dunedin to face off against the Highlanders this evening. The Highlanders will be aiming to keep their momentum going, after last weekend's victory over the defending champion, the Crusaders. Attack coach Cory Brown joined D'Arcy Waldegrave to preview the clash. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this high-energy episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, Al Mega sits down with indie comics creator Kyle KJ Kaminski to dig into the origins, evolution, and return of his sci-fi saga The Resistants. From high-school dreams to a full-colour one-shot launching on Kickstarter, this conversation hits it all. Main content sections: The origins of The Resistants: high-school creators, rough sketches, big ideas. Relevance in today's world: how corporate-state & alien overlords still speak to us. Remastering & relaunching: process, challenges, decisions. Career journey of Kyle: collaborations, indie grind, turning points. The Kickstarter campaign: what's live, what backers get, what's next. Universe expansion & future plans: guidebooks, mini-series, multi-format storytelling. Don't miss the Kickstarter campaign for The Resistants: The Struggle Begins #1 — back it now and join the strike-force of alien refugees, human outlaws, and bold heroes! Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 627 in an unlimited series! Host: Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: / comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega
Coach Hellige breaks down Holy Trinity's gritty 46-38 road win over Pekin, highlighting Lane Rung's star play, key free throws by Nathan Box, and the instant impact of transfer Graham Meredith. The episode also spotlights young contributors Jack Ragar and Jay Ellison, the team's strong chemistry and depth, and previews the upcoming district final against Notre Dame next Tuesday at 7 p.m.
Super Rugby Pacific Round 1 delivered upsets galore—Highlanders shock Crusaders, Moana Pasifika conquer Drua in Lautoka, Chiefs steal one at Eden Park, plus big Aussie wins. We break down the key moments, a new segment "3, 2, 1's" for standout players, my Round 2 fantasy squad and tipping for round 2. Don't miss it! #SuperRugbyPacific
My lifelong poor tipping form has continued this week, with only one from five for me. Happy managed one, but Butz was zero from five! For the record, this week's picks are. Sully: Hurricanes, Waratahs, Highlanders, Blues, Crusaders. Happy: Hurricanes, Waratahs, Highlanders, Force, Brumbies. KARL: Hurricanes, Waratahs, Highlanders, Blues, Crusaders. The match of the round is the Crusader v Brumbies in Christchurch on Sunday at 1:35 PM As always, we hope you enjoy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week on Two Cents Gets Distracted, Scotland did the most Scottish thing imaginable.Lose to Italy… then immediately turn around and snap England's 12-game winning streak.Yes, the Scots beat the English. The rugby world rejoiced. Bagpipes were heard from space. We are, frankly, delighted.Meanwhile, Wales have somehow discovered new geological layers of rock bottom. France treated them like training cones, playing Harlem Globetrotters rugby with offloads, flair, and the kind of ominous swagger that should concern literally everyone.Italy vs Ireland? Suddenly… tight? Competitive? Slightly terrifying if you're Irish? Is this an Italian renaissance, or are we witnessing the slow fade of Ireland's golden generation? We attempt to answer that question with absolutely no qualifications whatsoever.Plus — Super Rugby is back! The Crusaders lost (we celebrate responsibly). The Blues also lost (less fun). Balance has been restored to the universe.All that, plenty of nonsense, and a decent helping of rugby chat.Grab a beer and enjoy
Today's episode, brought to you by Henshaw Trader Sales, the Packwood Locker, and Smithburg Auto, features Coach Hellge of Holy Trinity discussing a 66–50 win over Waco, highlighting a balanced scoring effort led by Jack Ragar and key contributions off the bench. Coach Hellge previews Thursday's road matchup at Pekin, talks about scouting an athletic, well‑coached Panthers team, and outlines what the Crusaders need to do to keep advancing through the district and sub‑state rounds.
The Highlanders defeated the Crusaders last night in a 25-23 nail-biter, thanks to a late penalty from Cam Miller. Now, the team looks to continue their momentum as they face the Chiefs next Saturday. Highlanders Assistant Coach David Kidwell told Jason Pine that the team is looking to continue their momentum and secure a positive start to the season. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Join host Al Mega as he welcomes back indie comics creator Jorge Medina for a dynamite reunion! In this episode we dive into Jorge's journey since his last appearance, unpack his live Kickstarter campaign "The Shameless Plug", explore the creative challenges, marketing wins and indie-comics hustle behind the scenes. If you're a creator, comic-book fan or Kickstarter junkie, you won't want to miss this one.
Super Rugby Pacific kicks off tomorrow night in Dunedin, where the bruised Highlanders are facing the Crusaders. That's just one of a number of interesting clashes in the first round. Sports reporter Jamie Wall spoke to Lisa Owen.
Super Rugby Pacific kicks off tonight and the Crusaders are once again defending champions after winning a record extending 13th title in 2025. Rugby reporter Joe Porter has more.
Rog, Mulls, Creech and Mitch chat about metabolism, this weekends rugby and fleshlights!
On today's episode of The Agenda, Matt Heath and Manaia Stewart join Finn Caddie to rake over the coals of one of the worst ever Super Bowls to watch and the now infamous Bad Bunny Halftime show (00:00)...WATCH THE FULL EPISODE ON YOUTUBE!Next, the fellas get into one of the most insane endings to a T20 match ever between South Africa and Afghanistan (10:00), and Mitch Marsh taking a blow in training and bleeding from his testicle... Then, a somewhat in-depth preview of the opening round of Super Rugby and who's in and who's out of the teamlists (14:55).Also, Cam Melville Ives makes it into the Final of the Men's Halfpipe at the Winter Olympics (24:35), and the All Whites are going to play England (30:00)?!Finally, they get to your feedback in 'Yours Please' (34:00)... Did you know that we've launched a new Facebook Group called 'The Caravan' JOIN HERE! Brought to you by Export Ultra! Follow The ACC on Instagram or Facebook or TikTok Subscribe to The Agenda Podcast now on iHeartRadio, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! iHeartRadio Apple Spotify YouTube THANKS MATE! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Super Rugby Pacific is back this weekend as Season 30 kicks off. Round one is full of derbies, as the Highlanders host the Crusaders tonight, then the Blues take on the Chiefs at Eden Park on Saturday. Super Rugby Pacific CEO Jack Mesley told Mike Hosking that there's a focus on improving the pace of play to maintain viewer interest. 'We want to see close matches, we want to see fast games, and we want to continue to see a reduction in static time.' LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Yahweh's Money, we're bridging the gap between divine inspiration and daily execution. I sat down with my marketing consultant and strategic powerhouse, Dawn Foster, owner of D. Foster Marketing, to unpack why a strategic plan is a spiritual necessity for anyone looking to master their money and their calling.From overcoming the "safety" of the idea phase to understanding why business systems are an act of worship, we explore how to move past stagnant visions into tangible results. Together, we talk about the discipline required to stay obedient to God's downloads, the resilience needed for the "messy middle," and how successful implementation creates a greater kingdom impact through tithing and job creation.You'll Discover:The Bridge Between What and How: Why having a vision is only the start, and why implementation is simply faith in motion.The "Idea Land" Trap: Understanding why many kingdom businesses fail to launch, because it feels safer to talk about plans than to risk failure through action.Worship Through Systems: How showing up Monday through Friday to execute a plan is a profound act of agreement with God's path for your life.Navigating the Messy Middle: Tactical advice for maintaining momentum when initial excitement wears off, and the hard work begins.Strategic Stewardship: Why more successful implementation leads to greater tithing and a stronger testimony of excellence in the marketplace.Featured Scripture:James 2:17 — "In the same way, faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead."Action Step:This week, move one "shelf idea" into the active lane with these practical and spiritual steps:Identify the one business or financial goal you've been talking about for months.Write down the three smallest immediate steps needed to start and put them on your calendar for this week.Pray for a spirit-led strategy, asking the Holy Spirit for the specific blueprint and the discipline to follow through.Small steps today make execution—not just inspiration—your kingdom legacy!Send a text
Welcome to Comic Crusaders Podcast! In this high-energy interview, we dive deep with Danny Baram, the creative mind behind Halloween Team and its new sequel, Shadows #1. We talk about nostalgia, supernatural rules, hidden secrets, working with artists Buğra Berah and Matt Shults, and what's next for Greenwood. ✦ Grab Halloween Team: Shadows #1 via Comicker Press here: https://www.comickerpress.com/.../halloween-team-shadows... ✦ Follow Danny Baram: @DannyBaram on X, Instagram, Threads, BlueSky ✦ Subscribe to Comic Crusaders for more creator interviews, comic deep dives & pop culture fun! Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 624 in an unlimited series! Host: Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: / comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega
Super Rugby is back! And so is the What a Lad Super Rugby Preview and who better to talk to than the great Searley from Searley Talks Sport to break down everything you need to know about Super Rugby 2026.We go through every team, highlight key players and share some bold predictions as we look forward to what looks to be the tightest and most entertaining Super Rugby season ever!In this episode, we cover…- Why the Hurricanes are genuine championship contenders- Whether this is finally the Chiefs year- How the new Christchurch stadium could change the Crusaders style- The Highlanders backline and their game-breaking X-factor- What Aussie teams are a real threat- Players who could force their way into All Blacks selection- Why the Fijian Drua at home is one of the toughest trips in rugby- The new law changes and how they may change the game- Round one predictions and season top-four picks- And heaps more!If you're excited about Super Rugby than this episode is for you, and if you're not, well I suggest you give it a listen anyway and just feel your fizz levels for this great competition build aggressively. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Host Eric Mills talks with retired Navy Captain Sam J. Tangredi about his article and research into the saga of King Sigurd I of Norway and his Viking armada's epic 12th-century voyage to fight in the Crusades.
In this episode of the Comic Crusaders Podcast, host Al Mega sits down with comic book creator Keith Finch of Full-Service Comics to talk about the resurrection of Morphodroids! This cult-classic toy line from the mid-1980s is being reimagined as a deluxe comic book through a live Kickstarter campaign, giving fans old and new the chance to experience the forgotten robot warriors. Keith shares his journey into comics, the inspiration behind reviving Morphodroids, and the challenges of balancing nostalgia with fresh storytelling. Fans of 80s toys, mecha, and indie comics will not want to miss this conversation—or the campaign that's bringing Morphodroids back to life! ðŸ'‰ Support the Kickstarter now: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/fullservicecomics/morphodroids-1-deluxe-ed-forgotten-robot-warriors-return/description Follow Full-Service Comics on X at @fullserviceCHA Visit the Website at https://www.fullservicecomics.com/ Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 623 in an unlimited series! Host Al Mega Follow on X | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: / comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega
The Crusaders face-off in a deadly run-in with Radvir. The fight may prove tougher for them than they originally thought. Will one of them fall in battle? Cast: Gary Eoff - Game Master Gary Garcia - Thwip McClintock Phillip De Leon - Genoeva Natacia Ursula de Cascabel aka "Genny" Keith Thomason - Yaneeko John Blizzard - Diego Dominus Klint Georgeson - Porkchop Music: Dark Discovery from Gates of Delirium by Midnight Syndicate (https://www.midnightsyndicate.com/product/gates-of-delirium/) Forging the Scarab from The Dead Matter: Cemetery Gates by Midnight Syndicate (https://www.midnightsyndicate.com/product/the-dead-matter-cemetery-gates/) Ambiance: Sword Coast Soundscapes (http://www.youtube.com/swordcoastsoundscapes) Need some snacks to enhance your gaming session? Check out the D&D Adventures Rations Pack from Mythical Meats! https://shop.mythicalmeats.com/products/dungeons-dragons-variety-pack?sca_ref=7946851.eGmnnJQVAwIneaihttps://ntsdgaming.com?sca_ref=6402987.ZaeDIC1rRt
Manasa Mataele is one of the players who is incredibly hard to tackle! His power, speed, athleticism, and freakish offloads has made him hard to handle for any opposition! From growing up in Suva, Manasa's journey has taken him from Fiji to New Zealand, across to Australia, and now back home with the Fijian Drua.In this episode of What a Lad, Manasa opens up with rare honesty. He reflects on the highs of Super Rugby, the pride of representing Fiji, and the moments that nearly forced him away from the game altogether. From battling injuries and self-doubt, to losing his mum and questioning whether he could keep going, this is a powerful look at resilience, faith, and finding purpose beyond rugby.In this episode, we cover…- Growing up in Fiji and the environment that shaped him- The sliding-doors moment that could have changed his life forever- Moving to New Zealand and adapting to professional rugby- His rapid rise through NPC and Super Rugby- Almost signing with the Blues before a last-minute call from the Crusaders- What it was like walking into a Crusaders locker room full of legends- The mental battles that made him his own worst enemy- His pride in representing Fiji on the international stage- Losing his mum, fracturing his spine, and questioning his future- The role faith played in getting him through his darkest moments- Why returning home to play for the Fijian Drua means so much- Wanting to give back and help the next generation of Fijian rugby playersAs you'll hear Manasa is very articulate and honest about the journey rugby has taken him, he's such a good lad who will no doubt have a big season for the Drua! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Comic Crusaders Podcast is back with another legendary guest—Ernie Altbacker, writer of beloved animated shows such as Static Shock, Spider-Man, Ben 10, Mucha Lucha, Jay Jay the Jet Plane, and Green Lantern: The Animated Series. After the success of Area 51 Studios – Issue #1, Altbacker is preparing to launch Issue #2 on Kickstarter. In this exclusive interview, Ernie teases what fans can expect, how the story will expand, and why this sequel is set to be even bigger than the debut. The campaign is not live yet, but fans are encouraged to follow the project page and be ready when the launch button is hit. ðŸ"¥ In this episode: How Issue #1 set the stage for this new series Teasers for what's coming in Issue #2 Behind-the-scenes of creating an indie comic Why fans should get ready for the Kickstarter launch Follow Ernie on: FaceBook: @ernie.altbacker X/Instagram/Linked @ErnieAltbacker Visit the Website at Area51comic.com ðŸ'¥ Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit that bell to never miss the hype! Thank You for Watching / Listening! We appreciate your support! Episode 622 in an unlimited series! Host: Al Mega Follow on Twitter | Instagram | Facebook: @TheRealAlMega / @ComicCrusaders Make sure to Like/Share/Subscribe if you haven't yet: Rumble/Twitch: ComicCrusaders YouTube: / comiccrusadersworld Visit the official Comic Crusaders Comic Book Shop: comiccrusaders.shop Visit the OFFICIAL Comic Crusaders Swag Shop at: comiccrusaders.us Main Site: https://www.comiccrusaders.com/​​​​ Edited/Produced/Directed by Al Mega Want to create amazing live streams like ours? Then look no further than StreamYard! The BEST and EASIEST to use Streaming Solution on Earth! Check it out at: : https://streamyard.com/pal/d/6492786798886912
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The Comic Crusaders Podcast is back with another exciting interview as Al Mega welcomes comic book creator and freelance writer Benjamin Hunter. His latest project, Model UN, launches on Kickstarter and promises a high-energy blend of aliens, high school politics, and 90s manga-inspired art. In this episode, Benjamin shares his journey from freelance writing to creating comics, his influences from anime and manga, and the creative process behind bringing Model UN to life. Fans of sci-fi, slice-of-life storytelling, and nostalgic anime vibes will love this project. Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CMnE532I-uE
Chris Jack was one of the all time greats! A perfect combination of a massive workrate an incredible skillset, deceptive speed and a high rugby IQ which he showed during his 67 cap test career.In this episode of What a Lad, you'll hear Chris like you've never heard him before. From the good times on winning championships to some of the struggles he faced, there is plenty in this one!Some parts that stood out for me in this one were...- How his brothers shaped his work ethic and toughness - Making the Crusaders early and being thrown straight into a South Africa tour- Old-school Crusaders culture and earning respect as a young player- What it actually felt like being around All Black legends- Scoring on debut and still feeling like he didn't belong- How he felt winning the NZ player of the year in 2002- Dealing with shyness, pressure, and confidence off the field- What happened during the 2007 RWC QF Loss- Life after rugby and the lessons he learnedThis episode is full of honest perspective from a man who always let his actions do the talking. Chris shares what the jersey meant to him, the cost that came with it, and why he wishes he'd enjoyed the moment more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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. YT Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ztdQMNjvDEY
Carthage, Rome, and Imperial DeclineThe final debate explores the historical destruction of Carthage to illuminate the modern American Empire's troubled trajectory and uncertain future. Germanicus advances a provocative thesis: the United States now more closely resembles Carthage—a wealthy, financialized, multicultural mercantile power relying on paid soldiers and foreign contractors—than the cohesive, destiny-driven Republic of Rome whose citizen-soldiers conquered the known world through shared sacrifice. They observe how historical narratives are invariably shaped by victors, noting that figures from Napoleon to modern filmmakers consistently utilize defeated enemies like Carthage or the Nazis to define national identity and justify present ambitions. A striking reversal emerges from their analysis: Russian propaganda now appropriates Roman symbols of martial virtue, disciplined unity, and civilizational mission, while the United Statesappears increasingly as a "flabby empire of financial usury" potentially facing its own Carthago delenda est moment at the hands of more vigorous rivals. The discussion concludes with a somber warning drawn from Byzantium's fall in 1204, when Crusaders who should have been allies instead sacked the great city: a disunited nation lacking shared vision and collective willingness to sacrifice stands vulnerable to sudden, catastrophic collapse, potentially ending the "American Empire" far sooner than its citizens imagine possible.1450 VIRGIL: DIDO WELCOMES AENEAS TO CARTHAGE
SHOW1-8-2026THE SHOW BEGINS IN DOUBTS ABOUT THE SARCASTIC INVENTION, THE DON-ROE DICTRINE..SPHERES OF INFLUENCE AND THE RETURN OF THE MONROE DOCTRINE Colleague Anatol Lieven, Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. Anatol Lieven argues that "spheres of influence" have returned, with the US reasserting the Monroe Doctrine in the Western Hemisphere and threatening to seize Greenland. Unlike traditional alliances, this approach risks alienating fellow democracies. Lieven contrasts this with Russia's territorial ambitions in the former Soviet Union and China's historic regional goals. NUMBER 1COLD WAR TACTICS: THE SEIZURE OF A RUSSIAN TANKER Colleague Anatol Lieven, Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft. Lieven discusses the US Navy's detention of a Russian-flagged ship in the North Atlantic, viewing it as a dangerous escalation akin to piracy. This move humiliates Moscow and aims to control oil supplies. Lieven warns that if European nations mimic these seizures, Russia may retaliate violently, risking a direct war. NUMBER 2THE SUPREME COURT AND THE MYTH OF THE UNITARY EXECUTIVE Colleague Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute. Richard Epstein challenges the view that the Roberts Court blindly supports a "unitary executive." He argues the Court is correctly questioning the constitutionality of independent administrative agencies, like the FTC, which insulate officials from presidential removal. Epstein contends that relying on case counts ignores the specific legal merits regarding separation of powers. NUMBER 3TRUMP V. ILLINOIS: LIMITING PRESIDENTIAL POWER OVER THE NATIONAL GUARD Colleague Richard Epstein, Civitas Institute. Discussing a recent unsigned Supreme Court order, Epstein notes the Court upheld a decision preventing the President from deploying the National Guard without a governor's consent. This ruling contradicts claims of judicial bias toward the executive, affirming that the President cannot simply declare an emergency to override state sovereignty. NUMBER 4ONE YEAR LATER: ANGER AND STAGNATION AFTER THE PALISADES FIRE Colleague Jeff Bliss, Pacific Watch. A year after the Palisades fires, Jeff Bliss reports that residents remain angry over government inaction. Rebuilding is stalled by the Coastal Commission's strict regulations, and fuel loads in canyons remain high due to environmental restrictions on brush clearing. The fires, driven by Santa Ana winds, highlight systemic bureaucratic failures in Los Angeles. NUMBER 5#SCALAREPORT: AI AND ROBOTICS DOMINATE CES Colleague Chris Riegel, CEO of Scala.com. Reporting from CES, Chris Riegel highlights the dominance of AI and robotics, from household droids to military applications. While the tech sector booms with massive infrastructure spending, Riegel warns of a "K-shaped" economy where Main Street struggles with softening demand, masking the wealth concentrated in artificial intelligence and data centers. NUMBER 6LANCASTER COUNTY: AMISH SPENDING AND DATA CENTER GROWTH Colleague Jim McTague, Author and Former Barron's Editor. Jim McTague reports that the Lancaster County economy remains robust, evidenced by heavy Amish spending at Costco and thriving local businesses like Kegel's Produce. Despite some local protests, data centers are being built on old industrial sites. McTague sees no need for Fed rate cuts given the stable local economy. NUMBER 7THE NUCLEAR ESCROW: MANAGING PROLIFERATION AMONG ALLIES Colleague Henry Sokolski, Nonproliferation Policy Education Center. Henry Sokolski warns that allies like Poland, Turkey, and South Africaare considering nuclear weapons due to eroding trust in US guarantees. He proposes a "nuclear escrow" account: storing refurbished warheads in the US for allies to deploy only during crises, providing leverage without permanently stationing targets on foreign soil. NUMBER 8THE SIEGE OF 717 AND THE VOLCANO OF THERA Colleague Professor Ed Watts, Author of The Romans. In 717 AD, Arab forces besieged Constantinople but failed due to the city's massive walls and "Greek fire." Professor Watts explains that a subsequent volcanic eruption in Thera was interpreted as divine punishment for the empire's sins, leading to a spiritual crisis and the rise of iconoclasm to appease God. NUMBER 9THE STUPIDITY OF SUCCESSORS: MANUEL AND ANDRONICUS Colleague Professor Ed Watts, Author of The Romans. Manuel Komnenos favored grand gestures over systemic stability, weakening the Roman state. His successor, Andronicus, was a nihilistic sadist whose tyranny and family infighting destabilized the empire. Watts details how the refusal to punish rebellious family members created a culture of impunity that eventually led to a violent overthrow. NUMBER 10THE CRUSADES: FROM COOPERATION TO CONFLICT Colleague Professor Ed Watts, Author of The Romans. Relations between East and West collapsed during the Crusades. While the First Crusade cooperated with Rome, the Second and Third turned hostile, with Crusaders seizing territory rather than returning it. Watts notes that the theological schism of 1054 and cultural distrust entrenched this division, setting the stage for future betrayal. NUMBER 111204: THE SACK OF CONSTANTINOPLE AND THE END OF CONTINUITY Colleague Professor Ed Watts, Author of The Romans. The Fourth Crusade, diverted by Venetian debt, sacked Constantinople in 1204, burning the city to quell resistance. Watts argues this marked the true end of the ancient Roman state. The meritocratic system collapsed, and elites like Nicetas Choniates lost everything, severing the 2,000-year political continuity of the empire. NUMBER 12VENEZUELA: THE REGIME SURVIVES MADURO'S EXIT Colleague Mary Anastasia O'Grady, Wall Street Journal. Despite Maduro's removal, the Venezuelan regime remains intact under hardliners Delcy Rodriguez and Diosdado Cabello. Mary Anastasia O'Grady notes that repression continues, and European oil companies are hesitant to invest. The regime feigns cooperation to avoid US intervention, but genuine recovery is impossible without restoring the rule of law. NUMBER 13RUSSIA'S OIL CRISIS AND REGIONAL DEFICITS Colleague Michael Bernstam, Hoover Institution. Russiafaces a financial crisis as oil prices drop below $60 per barrel. Michael Bernstam explains that increased global supply forces Russia to sell at deep discounts to China and India, often below cost. This revenue loss prevents the Kremlinfrom paying soldiers, sparking severe regional budget deficits. NUMBER 14EUROPEAN FREEZE AND THE MYTH OF BOOTS ON THE GROUND Colleague Simon Constable, Journalist and Author. A deep freeze hits Southern Europe while commodity prices like copper rise. Simon Constable reports on the UK's bleak economic mood and dismisses the feasibility of British or French "boots on the ground" in Ukraine. He notes that depleted military manpower makes such guarantees declarative rather than substantial. NUMBER 15ARTEMIS 2 RISKS AND THE SEARCH FOR LIFE IN SPACE Colleague Bob Zimmerman, BehindtheBlack.com. Bob Zimmerman urges NASA to fly Artemis 2 unmanned due to unresolved Orion heat shield damage, arguing safety should trump beating China. He also dismisses concerns about lunar methane contamination and highlights a new study suggesting ice caps could allow liquid water lakes to exist on Mars. NUMBER 16