About Beyond Wednesdays
Beyond Wednesdays is more than just a YouTube channel or a store—it’s a full-blown celebration of collecting culture. Built for collectors, by collectors, it’s your front-row seat to the world of comics, cards, toys, pop culture memorabilia, and the stories behind them all.
From deep-dive interviews with creators to live comic market reports, exclusive variant reveals, nostalgic throwbacks, and real-time unboxings, Beyond Wednesdays keeps its finger on the pulse of what’s next—and what’s worth remembering. Whether you’re a die-hard collector, casual fan, or someone rediscovering the hobby, this is the place to connect, learn, and geek out.
Founder Spotlight:
The Man Behind The Mic
At the heart of it all is Bryan McClay—collector, content creator, and founder of Beyond Wednesdays. With a deep love for comic books, a sharp eye for the market, and a genuine passion for the community, McClay brings together collectors from all walks of life. His infectious enthusiasm and encyclopedic knowledge of collectibles have made him a trusted voice in the hobby. Through Beyond Wednesdays, he’s built not just a platform—but a home for anyone who loves to collect, reminisce, and share the thrill of the hunt.
The Crew
Beyond Wednesdays isn’t just a channel—it’s a collecting collective. Meet the personalities that power the passion, each bringing their own expertise, energy, and deep love for pop culture.
Joe DeLaGarza aka Hood
The wild card with a sharp eye and even sharper takes. Hood brings pressing insights and collector instincts you don’t want to ignore.
VINNY KUMAR
A sharp market mind and grail hunter with an eye for the rare and the meaningful. Vinny is not only dialed into comics and collectibles—he’s also a serious original art and vintage video game collector, bringing a unique perspective to what’s valuable, what’s rising, and what’s forever cool.
Nate West
The most respected collector on the crew, Nate brings a dream collection, a huge heart, and a deep well of nostalgia knowledge to everything he does. A true old-school collector whose passion and integrity set the standard.
Dennis Barger
aka Wonderworld Comics
A retail legend, Dennis is known for his hot takes and no filter—always speaking his mind and keeping it real. As the force behind Wonderworld Comics, he’s earned respect across the industry for his expertise, bold opinions, and marketplace influence.
Shaun Leggitt aka BiggLegg
A founding member of CBSI and a true OG in the comic speculation game, BiggLegg brings decades of experience, deep industry knowledge, and a collector’s intuition that can’t be taught.
Ben Steineger aka Ben Stein
Writer of the longest-running weekly secondary market hot list over at the The House of Stein, Ben brings deep data, sharp analysis, and unmatched market perspective to the collecting world.
Aaron Yee aka Yeezee Yee
The ultimate community connector, Yee is one of the hardest-working content creators in the game. Always in the mix and welcome on just about any comic channel, Yeezee brings consistency, insight, and positive vibes wherever he goes.
Shawn Kirkham aka Big Clutch
A true industry legend, Big Clutch made his name at Skybound, earning his reputation for being “Clutch” in every moment that mattered. Respected across the hobby, he brings unmatched insight, creative passion, and collector credibility to everything he touches.
Rick Taylor aka Dollar
A pro-level speculator and expert on modern comics, Dollar brings heat from the frontlines of the market. As the voice behind Sspec Media on YouTube, he breaks down what’s next before it hits the radar.
Jesse Criscione
aka Jesse James
A true trailblazer in comic retail, Jesse is a 40-year industry veteran, a longtime LCS staple, and a massive voice in the comic world. Respected by his peers and trusted by collectors, Jesse brings unmatched experience and passion to the community.