The Collectors’ Desk Episode 2 — Don’t Turn Your Back On The Wolfpac

Pawn Stars Toy Expert Steve Johnston, Sports Analyst Brett Lawson, Comicon.com Senior Editor Brendan M. Allen, Actor/Comedian Paul Vato, and

May 25, 2026May 25, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 322 Views Brendan M Allen, Brett Lawson, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston, The Collectors' Desk

Conventions Film

Astoria, Oregon Celebrates 40 Years Of Johnny 5 Being Alive

“Hey, laser lips, your momma was a snowblower!” Ready to feel old? It has been four decades since Johnny 5

May 15, 2026May 15, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 632 Views Astoria, conventions, film, film festival, Goonies, Official Short Circuit 40th Anniversary & Astoria Film Celebration, Oregon, Short Circuit

Comics Conventions

LCCAF 26: Restocking The Batcave, Italian Style

As the name implies, the Lake Como Art Festival is all about comic artwork and creators. Writers are not invited,

May 1, 2026May 1, 2026 Tom Smithyman 348 Views Absolute Batman, Batman, Brian Bolland, comics, conventions, Dave McKean, Enrique Breccia, Francesco Tomaselli, James Stokoe, Laurence Campbell, LCCAF 26, Mark Raats, Michael Bair, Paolo Rivera, Scott Hampton

Comics Conventions Interviews

LCCAF 26: This Is My Passion Project — Discussing ‘The Wonderverse Saga’ With Creator Rachta Lin

Tucked away near the back of the Lake Como Comic Art Festival pavilion is Rachta Lin’s table. The cover artist has

May 1, 2026May 1, 2026 Tom Smithyman 345 Views Absolute Batman, Absolute Green Arrow, comics, conventions, Doraemon, exclusive interview, interviews, LCCAF 26, Rachta Lin, The Wonderverse Saga

Comics Conventions

LCCAF 26: Canapes, Spritz, And Gelato With Artists And Collectors At The Lake

One of Lake Como Comic Art Festival’s many unique features is a VIP gathering in Vila Erba, a beautiful venue

April 28, 2026April 27, 2026 Tom Smithyman 373 Views art, comics, conventions, Lake Como Comic Art Festival

Comics Conventions

LCCAF26: The Comics World’s Stars Descend On Lake Como This Weekend

While sports fans are descending on Pittsburgh this weekend for the NFL Draft, enthusiasts of a different persuasion are headed

April 24, 2026April 24, 2026 Tom Smithyman 579 Views Catwoman, comics, Conan, conventions, gabriele dell'otto, Lake Como Comic Art Festival 2026, LCCAF 26, Stanley "Artgerm" Lau, Vampirella

Collectibles Comedy Comics Conventions Cosplay Film Interviews Podcast

C3- Pod Episode 25: Grab A Bat, Punk!

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

March 30, 2026March 30, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 235 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Comics Conventions

Beast Voice Actor George Buza Bounces Into The Uncanny Experience

Giant-Sized Productions announced recently that George Buza, whose mellifluous voice gave life to the animated Beast in both X-Men: The

March 25, 2026March 25, 2026 Austin Gorton 550 Views beast, comics, conventions, entertainment, George Buza, Marvel Comics, Uncanny Experience, X-Men

Collectibles Comedy Comics Conventions Panels Podcast

C3- Pod Episode 24: Would You Do It For A Scooby Snack?

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 196 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Panels, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Comics Panels Podcast

C3- Pod Episode 23: Does He Have The Power?

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

March 16, 2026March 16, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 442 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comedy, comics, conventions, cosplay, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Collectibles Comedy Comics Conventions Cosplay Lifestyle Panels Podcast

C3- Pod Episode 22: Baseball And Music And Mayans (Oh, My!)

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

March 9, 2026March 8, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 220 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comedy, comics, conventions, cosplay, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Conventions Interviews

’90s-Style Comics Meets ’90s Anime — Talking Comics With Artist V Ken Marion

Comic book artist V Ken Marion has a lot on his plate these days. He just wrapped up art duties

March 5, 2026March 4, 2026 Tom Smithyman 619 Views Batman #6, Batman: Hush, Battle Chronicle Sol-Stryker, conventions, Dragonball Z, exclusive interview, Final Boss, Gundam Wing, Happy Valley Comic and Collectibles Convention, interviews, Jim Lee, Joe Madureira, Michael Turner, Nightwing, Ronin Warriors, Tyler Kirkham, V Ken Marion

Comics Conventions

Writer Stephanie Williams Joins The Uncanny Experience

Giant-Size Productions announced today that writer Stephanie Williams will be a guest at the 2026 Uncanny Experience fan convention. Williams,

March 4, 2026March 4, 2026 Austin Gorton 470 Views comics, conventions, entertainment, Marvel, Marvel Comics, Stephanie Williams, The Uncanny Experience, X-Men, X-Men Unlimited

Collectibles Comedy Comics Conventions Podcast

C3- Pod Episode 20: Comics, Comedy, Collectibles, And … Cullen?

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

February 16, 2026February 16, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 315 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comedy, comics, conventions, Cullen Bunn, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Collectibles Comedy Comics Conventions Cosplay Podcast

C3- Pod Episode 19: Two Grandes And A Lizard Man

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

February 9, 2026February 13, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 564 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comedy, comics, conventions, cosplay, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Collectibles Comedy Comics Conventions Podcast

C3- Pod Episode 18: Gallifreyans Love In N Out

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 503 Views Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comedy, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Comics Conventions

Legendary ‘X-Men’ And ‘Deadpool’ Scribe Fabian Nicieza Joining The Uncanny Experience

He co-created Deadpool, launched Cable’s first solo series, then ripped the adamantium from Wolverine’s bones. Now, this Fall, writer Fabian

January 20, 2026January 20, 2026 Austin Gorton 578 Views comics, conventions, Fabian Nicieza, Uncanny Experience, X-Men

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C3- Pod Episode 17: Kings Of Misdirection

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

January 19, 2026January 18, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 515 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comedy, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Conventions Manga

Manga Mavericks Books Announces Two New Manga Series At Animé Los Angeles 2026

During Animé Los Angeles, publisher Manga Mavericks Books announced Divine Messengers And Demonic Guardians and Vegetable Sandwich will be printed

January 13, 2026January 12, 2026 Brendan M. Allen 705 Views Animé Los Angeles 2026, conventions, Divine Messengers And Demonic Guardians, manga, Manga Mavericks Books, Vegetable Sandwich

Collectibles Comics Conventions Cosplay Podcast

C3- Pod Episode15: A Festivus For The Rest Of Us!

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

December 29, 2025December 28, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 701 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Collectibles Comics Film Podcast Toys

C3- Pod Episode 14: Fah-Who Foris, Dah-Who Doris

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

December 15, 2025December 14, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 559 Views Brendan Allen, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Holiday Special, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Comics Conventions

Lake Como Comic Art Festival Announces Dynamic 2026 Lineup Including Bolland, Davis, Pichelli, And Campbell

The Lake Como Comic Art Festival returns to Cernobbio, Italy, this spring with a lineup that rivals any other convention

December 10, 2025December 9, 2025 Tom Smithyman 850 Views Alan Davis, Brian Bolland, comics, conventions, Gary Frank, J. Scott Campbell, LCCAF 26, Liam Sharp, Sara Pichelli, Stanley "Artgerm" Lau

Collectibles Comics Podcast Toys TV

C3- Pod Episode 13: Turkey, Toys, And Turnbuckles

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

December 8, 2025December 7, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 577 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, Steve Johnston, Toys

Collectibles Comics Conventions Cosplay Panels

Rose City Comic Con Opens Badge Pre-Orders For September 2026

Rose City Comic Con has announced pre-order discounts for their September 11-13 event at Oregon Convention Center. From December 1,

December 2, 2025December 2, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 881 Views comics, conventions, cosplay, Rose City Comic Con

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C3- Pod Episode 12: Just Record Everything

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

December 1, 2025December 1, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 568 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, Steve Johnston, Toys

Collectibles Comedy Comics Conventions

C3- Pod Episode 11: Putting A Bumper Sticker On A Ferrari

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

November 24, 2025November 24, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 473 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Collectibles Comics Conventions Podcast

C3- Pod Episode 10: Major Matt Who?

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

November 17, 2025November 17, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 603 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Collectibles Comics Conventions Film Games Podcast Toys

C3- Pod Episode 9 – Where In The World Is Toy Guy Steve?

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

November 10, 2025November 10, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 659 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, film, Paul Vato, podcast, San Diego Comic Con, Steve Johnston

Collectibles Comics Conventions Podcast Toys

C3- Pod Episode 8: Paul Was Definitely Here The Whole Time

Toy Expert Steve Johnston (Pawn Stars) presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles,

November 3, 2025November 2, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 235 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Erik Amaya, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston

Comics Conventions Cosplay Events Film

Planet Comicon Kansas City Announces First Guests For 2026

Planet Comicon Kansas City opened up ticket sales on October 28th (available here), and without naming a single guest completely

October 31, 2025October 31, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 2211 Views comics, conventions, film, Ghostbusters, Planet Comicon Kansas City 2026, television, Terrifier

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C3- Pod Episode 7: Talk Nerdy To Me

Toy Expert Steve Johnston presents C3- Pod (Comics, Collectibles, & Conventions). Joining him to discuss comics, toys, collectibles, and all

October 27, 2025October 25, 2025 Brendan M. Allen 643 Views Brendan Allen, Brett Lawson, C3-Pod, collectibles, comics, conventions, Paul Vato, podcast, Steve Johnston, Toys