ComicPop Returns
Hosted by ComicPop Returns
A weekly comic book news and review show, featuring deep dives into comic history, creator interviews, and unscripted talk about current releases.
A friendly, conversational hub for weekly comic book culture. The main show, "Off the Rack," is a live review of the week's new releases, peppered with industry news, playful debates between hosts Sal and Tiffany, and live audience interaction via Super Chats. This is supplemented with long-form interviews with comic creators, offering a mix of casual shop-talk and deeper career insights.
“The show's strength lies in the long-standing chemistry between hosts Sal and Tiffany, who blend structured weekly reviews with the comfortable, unscripted banter of a couple who works together. Unlike more formal review shows, they integrate live audience feedback directly into the broadcast.”
Who hosts this show
ComicPop Returns is a YouTube channel and podcast hosted by Sal Crivelli and his wife, Tiffany. The show primarily features the weekly segment "Off the Rack," where the hosts review new comic books, discuss industry news, and interact with their live audience. Sal, a former educator, is also an independent comic writer and contributor to CBR.com. The channel aims to provide honest, non-gatekeeping comic talk for both new and long-time fans.
Credentials & credits
- Host of ComicPop and ComicPop Returns for over 10 years.
- Writer for CBR.com.
- Writer for Dynamite's Terminator comic series (backup stories).
- Independent comic creator ("Garth Kirby and the Cookbook of the Gods", "SMBFZ: A Zombie Chronicle").
- Former career in education.
Other ventures
- ComicPop (Main YouTube channel for "Back Issues").
- ComicPop Plays (Gaming & archive channel).
- Patreon community.
- Elseworlds Exchange (Podcast).
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01The Spidey Cover Controversy and Absolute Batman vs THE JOKER!Jun 23, 2026 · 1h 58m
- 02Absolute Catwoman, Absolute BATGIRL, and more new comics!Jun 16, 2026 · 1h 25m
- 03Star Wars and Disappointing AudiencesJun 14, 2026 · 27s
- 04The Kevin Smith PREACHER movie we never got!Jun 12, 2026 · 45s
- 05Avengers Doomsday Trailer Disappointment!Jun 11, 2026 · 41s
- 06The 12 Year Old Maturity Theory ExplainedJun 11, 2026 · 41s
- 07Masters of the Universe review and Batman's CRAZY plan!Jun 9, 2026 · 1h 56m
- 08Mandalorian has us worried for Avengers Doomsday!Jun 5, 2026 · 1h 23m
Notable episodes
- 01Masters of the Universe review and Batman's CRAZY plan!
A representative example of the show's creator interview format, featuring a deep dive with artist Jason Fabok on his company Ghost Machine and comic Rook Exodus.
- 02The Spidey Cover Controversy and Absolute Batman vs THE JOKER!
Showcases the hosts' ability to react to and analyze breaking comic book news, in this case a controversial Spider-Man cover, demonstrating their typical discussion format.
- 03Absolute Catwoman, Absolute BATGIRL, and more new comics!
A typical 'Off the Rack' episode that highlights the show's core structure: covering recent news, reviewing new books, and engaging with the live audience.
What you'll be asked on this show
Sal conducts interviews with a warm, appreciative, and informal approach. He typically opens with a broad, welcoming question to let the guest introduce their work before diving into their origin story and creative process. [w9jCW5aH0WY] His questions are open-ended, designed to let the guest speak at length, and he actively listens to build follow-up questions from their answers. The style is more of a friendly conversation than a formal interrogation, focusing on the guest's personal journey, collaborative relationships, and the evolution of their craft. [w9jCW5aH0WY]
The primary format is a two-host discussion show, "Off the Rack," streamed live with hosts Sal and Tiffany. They review the past week's comics, discuss news, and give recommendations. The style is informal and conversational, often featuring playful arguments and direct engagement with the audience through reading "Super Chats" at the end of the show. [4b9fdKligZg] The channel also features one-on-one interviews with comic creators, hosted by Sal. [w9jCW5aH0WY]
Questions ComicPop Returns keeps coming back to
6 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when ComicPop Returns reaches for it.
origin
3- Q.01
“For those unfamiliar, what is the Ghost Machine imprint and what are you working on?”
A broad opening question used to establish the main topic and allow the guest to frame their project in their own words.
- Q.02
“Was this project a long-running conversation, or did someone approach you with the idea?”
Asks about the genesis of a project to understand if it was creator-driven or an external opportunity.
- Q.03
“Where did the idea for Rook Exodus come from?”
Drills down into the specific creative spark behind a particular comic or character.
process
1- Q.01
“How has your collaborative relationship with Geoff Johns evolved over time?”
Probes into a key creative partnership to understand the dynamics of collaboration.
personal
1- Q.01
“Is the business side of creating comics fun, or do you just want to get back to drawing?”
Explores the guest's personal feelings about the non-creative aspects of their work.
craft
1- Q.01
“Do you prefer to work digitally or with traditional tools?”
A direct question about the artist's methods and technical preferences.
Signature segments
- · Off the Rack
- · Book of the Week
- · Super Chats
- · Giving a 'warm Comic Pop welcome' to guests
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books established comic book creators, including writers and artists like Jason Fabok, to discuss their current projects, creative processes, and career histories, with a focus on creator-owned work. [w9jCW5aH0WY]
- Jason Fabokon Masters of the Universe review and Batman's CRAZY plan!
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show is primarily sponsored by its audience through YouTube's "Super Chats" feature, which allows viewers to pay to have their questions or comments read on air. They also maintain a Patreon for more direct community support.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the hosts of ComicPop Returns?
- The main hosts are Sal Crivelli and his wife, Tiffany.
- What is the show's main format?
- The primary show is 'Off the Rack,' a weekly live stream reviewing new comics and discussing industry news. They also conduct long-form interviews with comic creators. [9, w9jCW5aH0WY]
- Is ComicPop Returns still active?
- Yes, the channel is active and posts new episodes multiple times a week.
- What is the difference between ComicPop and ComicPop Returns?
- ComicPop Returns is the podcast-exclusive channel for shows like 'Off the Rack,' while the main ComicPop channel focuses on the 'Back Issues' show, which explains older comic storylines.
- How does the show make money?
- The show is supported by its audience through YouTube Super Chats and a Patreon community.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- The show is available on their YouTube channel, ComicPop Returns.
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Sources & how this page was built
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- [01]ComicPop Returns - YouTubeyoutube.com
- [02]Sal Crivelli - Comic Book Creatorcomicbook.com
- [03]Meet Sal Crivelli - Bold Journey Magazineboldjourney.com
- [04]Comic POP! - Morris County Guidemorriscountyguide.com
- [05]Sal Crivelli from ComicPop! Live Interview | Talking Comics, Terminator, and Youtubeyoutube.com
- [06]Sal Crivelli - CBR Profilecbr.com
- [07]ComicPop Patreonpatreon.com
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