Welcome to Pastrami Nation’s Mega Podcast! Join Nolan, Jason, and a slew of amazing podcasters, reviewers, and guests from our eight-year history! We talk about pop culture during these COVID times, debate what franchise is doing better in 2020 (Star Wars or Star Trek), and learn about our amazing giveaways that end on May 13th!!!
By Nolan P. Smith Editor On May 9th, we will hold the largest podcast we have ever had, with Pastrami Nation podcasters from throughout our eight year history joining us for our Mega Podcast!!! The podcast will be recorded and uploaded to YouTube and SoundCloud on the night of May 9th, with giveaways running until May 13th! Join us as […]
By Staff Reports As the safety and well-being of fans is of the upmost importance, the team at Power-Con has decided to postpone our 2020 event. Power-Con will return September 11 & 12, 2021 to the Hilton Anaheim in Anaheim, California. Everyone at Power-Con has remained optimistic that the 2020 event could continue as originally planned. However, in light of […]
By Staff Reports Vault Comics is extremely excited to announce that they have partnered with Level52 Studios to create a limited edition statue of Aydis, the main character from Natasha Alterici‘s hit Vault series, HEATHEN. Viking. Woman. Warrior. Outcast. Aydis, the intrepid protagonist from the smash hit comic HEATHEN by Natasha Alterici, comes to life as a 1:6 scale limited edition statue created by […]
By Staff Reports For the first time in its 50-year history San Diego Comic Convention (SDCC), the organizers behind the annual pop culture celebration, announced today with deep regret that there will be no Comic-Con in 2020. The event will instead return to the San Diego Convention Center from July 22-25, 2021. Recognizing that countless attendees save and plan for […]
By Staff Reports Premium Bandai USA will begin offering highly sought-after and exclusive collectibles from renowned Bandai toy and collectible brands to domestic fans and customers. The catalog has been expanded to feature Bandai Spirits’ Tamashii Nations’ Dragon Ball S.H.Figuarts action figure line and Hobby’s catalog of Gundam model kits (GUNPLA), including many rare and limited-edition releases that were, until […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor I have watched the world change in a matter of days, as we all have. It went from precautions to self-isolation and social distancing in the blink of an eye. First and foremost, I hope everyone reading this is safe and healthy. What we are seeing is a nation driven by fear. Yes, the Coronavirus […]
By Staff Reports (Victor Valley)– As announced exclusively via ComicBook.com, Amazing Comic Conventions LLC is excited to announce that AMAZING LAS VEGAS COMIC CON! is returning to Las Vegas from June 26th to 28th with a FIRST WAVE of headline talent from Disney+ and Lucas Film’s The Mandalorian, Funimation’s My Hero Academia as well as some of the current biggest […]
By Staff Reports Factory Entertainment, Inc., doesn’t feel there’s enough fun in the vinyl figure market. To solve this issue, the company is showcasing its spin on officially licensed vinyl figures called REVOS™ in booth #5359 at New York Toy Fair. “REVOS™ are not your everyday boring, static vinyl figures,” said Barry Eldridge, Creative Director of Factory Entertainment. “REVOs™ (pronounced […]
By Nolan P. Smith Check out the first two rounds of reveals from NECA from the New York Toy Fair! Included are new additions to Aliens, Predator, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, as well as new Toony renditions of horror and sci-fi properties. Want to pre-order these? Make sure to visit Linebreakers at www.comicbooksurplus.com! Make sure to visit necaonline.com for […]
By Nolan P. Smith Funko has revealed a number of new line ups at the New York Toy Fair 2020! Line ups include Cobra Kai, The Boys, InuYasha, and the first POP album: Notorious B.I.G.- Read to Die! There is bound to be more reveals as Toy Fair officially started today!
By Staff Reports McFarlane Toys has announced the release of their R/C Shark Shark, hitting Walmart stores this month. Remote Control Shark Shark swims with real lifelike movements! Shark Shark swims just below the water’s surface; allowing you to see the movement of the shark, its dorsal and tail fins. Master the controls to make Shark Shark come alive by […]
By Staff Reports Check out the latest announcements from DC Collectibles. From an all-new, and much anticipated, Batman Black & White Batmonster statue to the next wave of DC Essentials: DCeased action figures, these will be available starting October 2020!
By Nolan P. Smith Boss Fight Studio, the creators of the popular Vitrivuan HACKS 3 3/4 inch figures, announced the arrival of their latest creation: Frankie the Mighty Steed! Frankie the Unicorn is the latest edition to their Mighty Steeds lineup, and is available for purchase immediately! The Mighty Steeds lineup has been highly anticipated, and Frankie becomes one more […]
By Staff Reports Oregon’s Gigantic Brewing and Dark Horse Comics are teaming up to create 666 Limited Edition Hellboy Collectors Boxes, featuring Hellboy beer, based on award-winning artist Mike Mignola’s legendary character. The acclaimed Hellboy beers were introduced in 2019 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the publication of Hellboy: Seed of Destruction. The Hellboy Collectors Boxes contain all six […]
By Nolan P. Smith Photos by Nolan P. Smith, Jason T. Smith, Eddie Aguirre and Jessica Rude-Aguirre This past Saturday, residents made their way to the San Bernardino County Fairgrounds for the first-ever pop culture/comic book convention to come to the High Desert as JayZoMon’s Pop Culture Expo brought cosplay, comic books, celebrities, and professional wrestling to our community. Organized […]
By Nolan P. Smith Funko is a brand known around the world, and they are helping out around the world with a Pop! Vinyl figure created to assist with Australia wildfire recovery efforts. In a partnership with Popcultcha, all profits from the sale of this awesome POP! figure will go towards the RSPCA National Bushfire Appeal through monthly payments until […]
By Nolan P. Smith Editor Today, Super7 announced the second wave of their Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles ULTIMATES! line, which are now up for pre-order! Straight from Super7, this new assortment includes: The evil mutant punk rock hog, Bebop! The wise leader of the TMNT, Leonardo! The non-stop mutating monster, Mutagen Man! The evil Shredder! Each 7-inch articulated deluxe TMNT […]
By Staff Reports Hero Collector – designers, manufacturers, and publishers of high-quality collectibles from across the worlds of pop culture – is joining the baking community with its latest Doctor Who collection; baking sets to help fans create treats that are officially out-of-this-world! These baking sets form part of Hero Collector’s new handicrafts range, with each decorated tin packed with […]
By Staff Reports Spin Master Corp. (TSX:TOY; www.spinmaster.com), a leading global children’s entertainment company, launched a new line of DC toys featuring Batman, beginning its licensing partnership with Warner Bros. Consumer Products and DC. As one of the newest toy licensees for the iconic Batman franchise and other DC Super Heroes, Spin Master is bringing its unique twist to innovative […]
By Staff Reports Kentaro Miura’s Berserk has horrified and delighted fans since 1989, and now, Dark Horse Direct is proud to present limited-edition bookends based on Gut’s sword, Dragon Slayer! With only 1,000 available, you won’t want to miss this limited and gorgeous addition to any Berserk collection. Welcome the Dragon Slayer, into your home. The meticulously sculpted and hand-painted […]
By Nolan P. Smith This Saturday, we have a big announcement! Make sure to tune in on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/pastramination/) at 8pm PST! ALSO, it is your chance to win FREE food from Apollo Restaurant, as well as a ticket to the upcoming JayZoMon Pop Culture Expo in Victorville! Don’t miss it!
By Nolan P. Smith Editor For years, the High Desert has hoped for a comic con to take place right here in our community. On February 8th, it finally happens as JayZoMon’s Pop Culture Expo debuts at the San Bernardino County Fairgrounds. Attendees can expect a plethora of things to enjoy with vendors, celebrities, comic dealers, toy & Collectibles, costumes, […]
By Staff Reports The highly-anticipated 10th edition of the Long Beach Comic Expo is here and MAD Event Management LLC — experienced hosts of diverse and inclusive pop culture conventions — is delighted to announce the full program guide. Taking place January 11 and 12 at the Long Beach Convention Center, #LBCE2020 is poised to be the best yet — […]
By Nolan P Smith Photos by Jason T. Smith I have been covering the Los Angeles Comic Con since it was named Comikaze. I have seen it grow and transform each year. With 2019, I feel the show has hit its stride and has become one of the best West Coast comic book conventions you can find. The show took […]
By Nolan P. Smith On October 11th-13th, the Los Angeles Convention Center will once again host the Los Angeles Comic Con. Now in its ninth year, this year’s convention has plenty for fans to be excited for: from a reunion of “The Office” cast, a Disney’s “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” Cosplay Contest, and guests including Ron Pearlman (Hellboy, Sons of […]
By Staff Reports Bluefin, a Bandai Namco group company and the leading North American distributor of toys, collectibles, and hobby merchandise from Japan and Asia, brings a comprehensive array of products from its arsenal of leading collectibles brands to the 2019 New York Comic Con. The 2019 New York Comic Con takes place October 3rd – 6th at the Javits […]
By Kevin Hoskinson Photos by Kevin Hoskinson Staff Reporter The worlds of comics, toys, cosplay, movies, television, and celebrity collided in Portland this weekend for the annual Rose City Comic Con. From its humble beginnings in 2012, it has grown into one of the most significant pop culture events in the Pacific Northwest. The con has gone from a tiny […]
By Staff Reports Rose City Comic Con, Oregon’s premier comic con, is proud to announce three days of programming complete with panels, workshops, celebrity appearances, and more, taking over the Oregon Convention Center from September 13-15. Family-friendly pavilion Rose City Jr, presented by the Toy Association, brings all-ages programming to its dedicated stage on the show floor. Read below for […]