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William Bruce West returns to continue the conversation about Wizard 107, including an X-Men sequel Casting Call, X-Men movie trivia, Mort of the Month, comic book reviews and so much more.For an extended cut of this episode, a PDF scan of the issue and more, join our Patreon at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today to enjoy all the perks of becoming an official GEEK! Thanks to our monthly supporters Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Jorge Correia Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Dr. Balls Russell Sheath Bartley Blackmon Kevin Decent Damon Bjorn watson Ryot acovio Alex Giannini Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Brian Acosta Joe Marcello DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
You don't put Christian Nielsen, Michael DiGiovanni, Carlin Trammel, Shawn Robare, William Bruce West, Rob Graham, Michael May, Jeeg, and Paxton Holley in a room together and not record a podcast. While at C2E2, the group (minus Jeff Somogyi who sadly was not feeling well that evening) gathered in Christian and DiGio's hotel room to revive the classic Atomic Geeks topic: "Robot, Monkey, Michael Caine." Each person suggests a movie, TV show, event, etc. and discuss what would best improve it: a monkey, a robot, or... well, you'll see.
Adam and William Bruce West work their way through Wizard 107 to discuss Jim Lee drawing an X-Men themed Last Man Standing battle, top artists selling original art on eBay in the year 2000, whether comic book movies lead to new comic book readers and more fascinating discussions along the way.Get access to an UNCUT version of this episode, a PDF scan of the issue, exclusive podcasts and more when you subscribe at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters Dapper Dan Paladin Matthew Toliusis Jorge Correia Phillip Sevy Robb Matt Frank Anderson Dr. Balls Russell Sheath Bartley Blackmon Kevin Decent Damon Bjorn watson Ryot acovio Alex Giannini Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Brian Acosta Joe Marcello DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
In 2015, the Nerd Lunch crew met up with most of the Atomic Geeks and assorted members of the Fourth Chair Army at C2E2 in Chicago. Ten years later, it's time to get together again with even more friends. The group this time included Carlin Trammel, William Bruce West, Jeeg, Paxton Holley, Jeff Somogyi, Shawn Robare, Michael May, Rob Graham, Christian Nielsen, and Michael DiGiovanni. In this audio diary, we learn about how the trip came together, check in with the attendees at various points of the weekend, and tease a very special podcast episode that we recorded there and will be Coming Soon.
Adam and Will explore one of the most disastrous programs to ever be broadcast in prime time, The Dana Carvey Show, which aired for 7 controversial episodes in 1996 on the ABC network. But why did it fail? And was it funny? Listen now and find out, TV Lovers! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze retrodolls77 Tim Heasley
Adam and Will discuss the 1994 TV movie pilot and retooled 22 episode FOX adventure series M.A.N.T.I.S. starring Carl Lumbly and the cultural events that inspired its creation. Plus, learn the hosts favorite TV time snacks and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze retrodolls77 Tim Heasley
It's animated high adventure as Adam and Will revisit the world of James Bond Jr., the barely remembered animated series starring the nephew of 007 that tried to redefine the world of high stakes espionage for 90s kids. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze retrodolls77 Tim Heasley
Pax, Rob, and Michael talk about many things including Universal Studios Florida, Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge, the Siskoid Cinema Battles podcast episode about Bond Girls, Anya Taylor-Joy and Miles Teller's new movie The Gorge, a comic called Major Holmes and Captain Watson, and the niftiness of subscription services like Marvel Unlimited and DC Universe Infinite Ultra Extreme Radical Far-Out Super-Cool. All this and more, including a special guest appearance by William Bruce West!
It's crime fighting time! Adam and Will are guilty of getting excited about the short lived animated series C.O.P.S. from 1988, which was based on the toy line by Hasbro. But more than a discussion of the cartoon, the hosts can't stop talking about their favorite childhood action figures! So tune in and get ready for a real nostalgia trip. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze retrodolls77 Tim Heasley
Adam and Will explore the 1995 Designing Women sequel spin-off, Women of the House that found Delta Burke reprising her role of Suzanne Sugarbaker in Washington, D.C.! If you didn't know this existed, you're in for a treat. It's a bizarre, but entertaining train wreck that leads to a lively episode of the podcast. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley
In the first of a two-part mini series, Adam and Will explore the legacy of Designing Women on TV from 1986-1993. Behind the scenes drama! Cast changes! Controversial storylines! Plus, learn more about your hosts than you ever expected. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley
The time has finally come to talk Team Knight Rider, the 1997 sequel to the classic 80s adventure series. 5 drivers, 5 cars, 1 season of 22 syndicated episodes that nobody remembers. Do Michael Knight and KITT make an appearance? Was it better than Knight Rider 2000 or Knight Rider 2010? Listen now and find out, TV Lovers! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley
We're discussing a wacky syndicated sitcom that was tailor made for Remember That Show? It's Out Of This World from 1987 featuring alien powers, 80's hijinks and goofy guys galore. So stick your index fingers together and get listening, TV Lovers! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley
Adam & Will explore the dense history of Mama's Family from its 70s sketch comedy origins to TV movies, failed network seasons and perfected syndicated version in the 80s. Plus, we discuss our favorite "Old People" from television history, TV marathon memories and more. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley
We introduce our new "Channel Surfing" format where we travel through the entire history of a television franchise. For our maiden voyage we're exploring the legacy of Punky Brewster from the original 2 seasons on NBC starting in 1984, to the 2 years of syndication from 1987-1988 and capping off with the 2021 revival series on Peacock. Summon your "Punky Power" and get listening, TV Lovers! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley
We're back with a bonus TV Treat episode for the Halloween season to explore an episode of the Punky Brewster cartoon from 1985 called "Halloween Howlers", where Glomer and the Punky gang go trick or treating. Plus we announce a new special episode format called "Channel Surfing", which will be our next episode covering the television legacy of Punky Brewster in the 80's and beyond. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
Adam and Will take a trip to Eerie, Indiana to explore the strange happenings in this unique early 90's TV series that would not die. Plus discussions of local supernatural lore, bizarre celebrity rumors, teen television stars who never hit the big time and more. It's spooky and kooky so listen now!This episode is sponsored by halloweencostumes.com and you can get 20% off 1 item now by clicking the link below to browse their amazing selection of costumes, accessories and more. Click here now https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?usource=lc&utm_medium=affiliate&network=LinkConnector&utm_source=lc&lctid=Cj0KCQjw3vO3BhCqARIsAEWblcDh3ScNqIr8VuxF5fSFAmK6vwyq8MP6ruD4Vp79kDpXvHvRxTXF2esaAt1EEALw_wcB&lc_aid=8635&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAA-PvbCB8-MBTddA55-nhNljAap31y&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3vO3BhCqARIsAEWblcDh3ScNqIr8VuxF5fSFAmK6vwyq8MP6ruD4Vp79kDpXvHvRxTXF2esaAt1EEALw_wcB Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
We're entering the Halloween season by exploring the 2 season spin-off, Baywatch Nights starring David Hasselhoff, Angie Harmon and plenty of sexy guest stars. We examine the bizarre Season 2 shift from lackluster detective drama to bonkers supernatural adventure series, while also discussing the International Baywatch phenomenon, our scariest childhood TV viewing moments and more.This episode is sponsored by halloweencostumes.com and you can get 20% off 1 item now by clicking the link below to browse their amazing selection of costumes, accessories and more. Click here now https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?usource=lc&utm_medium=affiliate&network=LinkConnector&utm_source=lc&lctid=Cj0KCQjw3vO3BhCqARIsAEWblcDh3ScNqIr8VuxF5fSFAmK6vwyq8MP6ruD4Vp79kDpXvHvRxTXF2esaAt1EEALw_wcB&lc_aid=8635&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAA-PvbCB8-MBTddA55-nhNljAap31y&gclid=Cj0KCQjw3vO3BhCqARIsAEWblcDh3ScNqIr8VuxF5fSFAmK6vwyq8MP6ruD4Vp79kDpXvHvRxTXF2esaAt1EEALw_wcB Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
This episode is "FUNbelievable!". Join us as we examine XUXA, the bizarre children's variety show from 1993 starring a millionaire Brazilian media icon, who barely spoke English. Freakish human/animal sidekicks, gaggles of children running amok and guest stars like The Olsen Twins abound in this captivating TV trainwreck. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
For years, Wizard magazine reported on the promise of a Gen13 animated film based on the Wildstorm comic drawn by J. Scott Campbell and written by Brandon Choi. The director came from Batman The Animated Series, the cast included Mark Hamill and Flea from Red Hot Chili Peppers, plus there was plenty of titilating imagery to be had. But although completed, the film was never released and was only seen via convention sold bootlegs. Well now, we are reviewing this lost film and delving deep into the comic book history of Gen13 with special guest, William Bruce West! Thanks to our monthly supporters Kevin Decent Gabe Sylvan Damon Bjorn watson Filip V Ryot Christoffer David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Brian Acosta Joe Marcello DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Stephen Forshaw Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
We're going "all around the nation" to discuss "the new sensation" that was KIDS, Incorporated a kids musical show that ran for 10 years on the Disney Channel and featured all the top pop music hits of the 80's. We also talk about the rise of music videos, the best TV theme song and how this show was the launching pad for future superstars like Fergie, Jennifer Love Hewitt and Mario Lopez! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
Saved By the Summer draws to a close as Will and Adam have a very lively discussion about the Peacock reimagining of Saved By The Bell from 2020, exploring how the new cast compares to the returning originals, if the absence of Screech affects the series and so much more. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
In the third installment of our Saved By The Summer series, we journey through all 7 seasons of Saved By The Bell: The New Class. This TNBC series lasted longer than the original, enduring many cast changes and welcoming back Dustin Diamond as Screech. We also discuss the sitcom trope of adding a cute new kid to a long running series and more. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
We graduate with the Bayside gang to follow their adventures on campus in Saved By The Bell: The College Years. We explore what made the original Saved By The Bell so special and why this sequel series flunked in prime time. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding retrodolls77 Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
Saved By The Summer starts here! We're exploring four Saved By The Bell related series, starting with Good Morning, Miss Bliss starring Haley Mills and the core cast of Bayside regulars who would go on to star in the iconic Saturday morning sitcom. Join Will and Adam and they discuss the original pilot that aired on NBC in 1987, the 13 episodes series featured on The Disney Channel from 1988-1989 and finally, the NBC Saturday Morning preview show that first introduced the world to Kelly, Jessie and Slater. It's going to be a wild summer, so hop on board now, Dudes! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
Adam and Will are are taking an ambulance ride to the past as they watch E/R (no, not that one) featuring George Clooney (seriously, NOT that one), the one season sitcom from 1984 starring Elliott Gould and a cast of familiar faces. We explore the mystery of why George Jefferson appeared in the pilot, reveal which of the actors also appeared in G.I. Joe The Movie and so much more.The RTS hosts also appeared on the Totally Rad Christmas podcast to dive deep into a holiday themed edition of E/R featuring a cameo from Martha Quinn of MTV fame that you can listen to here https://totallyradchristmas.com/er/ Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
What's up dudes? Adam Pope from Wizards! The Podcast Guide to Comics and The Retro Network (Geekster) and William Bruce West from Remember That Show? and West Week Ever are here with me to talk all about the sitcom E/R! Is it a comedy? Is it a drama? Why is George Clooney here?It's Christmas Eve in the E/R, and the staff is almost finished working their shifts. Unfortunately, a big blizzard prevents their replacements from relieving them. It doesn't help that Dr. Sheinfeld's daughter is missing and that MTV VJ Martha Quinn walks in with hurt ribs. Jenny finally shows up with news that her mother, Sheinfeld's ex, is remarrying. One injured paramedic later, and they agree to talk it over later.Nurse Julie also is trying to ditch the E/R to get to her hot date at The Galaxy. Dr. Sheridan fires her for trying to get out of work. Martha Quinn is ready to be discharged and agrees to meet Jenny. Unfortunately, with Clooney's Ace around, Jenny's 15yro hormones take over and she ignores Martha. Julie sprains her ankle and Sheridan rehires her. All's well that ends well.Wreaths and trees? Yep, in the background. Hanukkah presents? Yep, meeting Martha Quinn. Fixing parking tickets? Well, you can ask, but Fred won't do it. So grab your stethoscope, put on your warm clothes, and work your shift to this episode!Wizards!Twitter: @WizardsComicsIG: @wizards_comicsFB: @TRNsocialGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!
Will and Adam are exploring the high flying stunts of The Fall Guy from 1981, but can't help themselves from gushing about other 80's adventure shows, especially Knight Rider. Plus, you'll learn about their favorite theme park stunt shows and TV vehicles in this high octane episode! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
Adam and Will are crazy about 90's sketch comedy and it shows as they go deep into the television institution of Saturday Night Live and other FOX network sketch comedy shows, before diving deep into the legacy of MADtv's 14 season attempt to challenge SNL for late night sketch comedy dominance. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
Good Morning, Campers! We're talking about seminal 90's Nickelodeon summer camp sitcom, Salute Your Shorts this time around. You'll hear indoor kids, Adam & Will share horror stories from childhood camping trips, discuss other favorite summer camp shows and movies, plus hear our pitch for how 2 more seasons of Salute Your Shorts could have played out to hilarious effect. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
We're tagging in a special guest to the podcasts this time around, as Chad Young from Horror Movie BBQ joins us to discuss the 1988 pro wrestling sitcom, Learning the Ropes starring Lyle Alzado. In addition to examining this bizarre television experiment, we also discuss our favorite wrestler cameos, celebrities who got in the ring and Will reveals the identity of a family member who was an NWA champion! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon
Will and Adam X-amine the 1989 pilot Pryde of the X-Men, which pre-dated the 1992 X-Men animated series from the same production team. Could this X-citing 80's adventure concept have mutated into a successful series? Why was Wolverine Australian? Plus, the hosts give their review of the first 2 episodes of the X-Men '97 series on Disney+. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff
Adam & Will are back to discuss the birth of The WB Network in 1995 and it's outrageous flagship sitcom, Unhappily Ever After. How did a show about a dysfunctional family, a gorgeous redhead and obscene bunny puppet manage to last 5 seasons and then disappear from the television landscape? Listen now and find out. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Anthony D Grate
We continue our coverage of the massive year-end Wizard issue as William Bruce West returns to discuss Batman: No Man's Land and we discuss a Battle Chasers Casting Call with past guest, Dalibor. Plus Wizard ranks the best comics of 1998, make predictions for 1999 and lists the Top 10 Monkeys of comics (HUH?!). All this and more, listen now!Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to UNCUT episodes with extra content and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark Jason Kelley William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Jay S. Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Brian Acosta Joe Marcello DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Stephen Forshaw Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
It's another WIZARDS WILD CARD episode as William Bruce West joins us for a whirlwind trip through issue 89 where Joe Madureira is pit against Michael Turner, we debate the Marvel legacy of Avi Arad, examine creator criticisms of Wizard magazine, explore the popularity of comics around the world and so much more!Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with TONS of extra conversation and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today! Thanks to our monthly supporters David Ellis acovio Alex Giannini Jeremy Cathey Nate Clark Jason Kelley William Bruce West Mark Florio David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Jay S. Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Brian Acosta Joe Marcello DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Stephen Forshaw Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
This time around we're tuning in to a TV pilot from 1986 starring Jerry Hall and Dinah Manoff called She's With Me from the creators of Married...With Children. We discuss infamous TV show pilots for Three's Company, Full House and more. Plus we examine how an alternate reality where this unproduced show became a hit would change the history of television FOREVER. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Anthony D Grate
Michael and Rob are joined by Adam Pope and William Bruce West from the Remember That Show? podcast to discuss and vote on comics' greatest villains, ultimately arriving at the Greatest Comics Villain of All Time.
This Valentine's Day we're taking a trip back to the sexy 90's with the dating game show STUDS. 3 hot ladies, 2 hunky dudes and 1 goofy host adds up to so much fun we couldn't contain ourselves. Is it cringeworthy or bingeworthy? Listen now and find out! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon Anthony D Grate
We're changing the channel to forgotten 90's kids game show invented by the creator of the Power Glove, Masters of the Maze, to discuss who was the better host: J.D. Roth or Mario Lopez and was this really the "video game of the future"? Plus, the hosts discuss their favorite game shows growing up and Adam reveals the TV game show he actually competed on in the 90's! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon Anthony D Grate
We're paying tribute to the late Matthew Perry by examining his 1987 FOX sitcom Second Chance and it's transformation mid-season into a brand new show called Boys Will Be Boys. Were these shows good enough for Heaven or bad enough for Hell? Listen now and find out, TV Lovers! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon Anthony D Grate
Adam and Will synchronize swatches for a joyous discussion of the 1990 FOX teen sitcom, Parker Lewis Can't Lose and revel in the wackiness of this early 90's time capsule. Plus, they settle the decades long debate as to whether Parker Lewis is just a rip-off of Ferris Bueller. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon Anthony D Grate
Another TREAT for you TV Lovers this Halloween as we discuss Little Dracula from 1991 in this bonus edition of Remember That Show? This one raised more questions than it answered: Why was this show replaced by Beetlejuice after 6 episodes? Are we supposed to be rooting for monsters drinking the blood of humans? Plus learn about our favorite retro candy commercials, spooky childhood reading and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon Anthony D Grate
In the aftermath of our WIZARDS WILD CARD episode, there's so much more to explore. William Bruce West returns to help fill in the geeky gaps from issue 83 and be sure to stay to the end for Michael's report from New York ComicCon 2023 about all the 90's comic book pros who he talked to about being on the podcast including Erik Larsen, Jim Lee and more!Want more from the WIZARDS experience? Join WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics today at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS for uncut episodes, issue scans and many more perks.This episode is sponsored by HalloweenCostumes.com where you will automatically get 15% off your entire order by using this exclusive discount link https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?CouponCode=trnhalloween2023 between now and October 31, 2023. Thanks to our monthly supporters David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Jay S. Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Greg Schueller MeltFaceKillah Brian Acosta Steve King DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Stephen Forshaw The Retro Network Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
We're digging deep into our candy buckets this Halloween to discuss forgotten 1987 cartoon, The Mini-Monsters that aired as part of The Comic Strip syndicated series alongside TigerSharks and (ugh) Karate Kat. Is it really The Monster Squad meets Camp Candy or horrific in an entirely different way? Listen now and find out TV fans!This episode is sponsored by HalloweenCostumes.com where you will automatically get 15% off your entire order by using this exclusive discount link https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?CouponCode=trnhalloween2023 Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon Anthony D Grate
We toss our usual format out the window in this WIZARDS WILD CARD episode with our returning guests, Steven T. and William Bruce West, where the topic jumps at random from the Sexiest Women In Comics to Nicolas Cage as Superman to Wizard pitting comic heroes against each other to determine who is the best superhero and so much more. You've never heard an episode like this before, listen now!Get a full scan of the issue, plus listen to this episode UNCUT with extra content and more perks by joining WIZARDS The Patreon Guide To Comics at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICS today!This episode is sponsored by HalloweenCostumes.com where you will automatically get 15% off your entire order by using this exclusive discount link https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?CouponCode=trnhalloween2023 between now and October 31, 2023. Thanks to our monthly supporters David Fink Brent Cranfill MarWe Bruno Cavalcante David M Dalibor Žujović Jay S. Evin Bryant Gary Hutcherson Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Greg Schueller MeltFaceKillah Brian Acosta Steve King DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Stephen Forshaw The Retro Network Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
We "gotta grow up sometime", so Adam and Will are exploring the 1992 daily teen soap opera, Swans Crossing starring Sarah Michelle Gellar, Mira Sorvino and bunch of other kids who lived in submarines, catfished nuclear ams dealers and inspired action figures. Plus find out our thought on Beverly Hills 90210, who the "Grownies" are and just what we would have done to make Swans Crossing a hit for the ages.This episode is sponsored by HalloweenCostumes.com where you will automatically get 15% off your entire order by using this exclusive discount link https://www.halloweencostumes.com/?CouponCode=trnhalloween2023 between now and October 31, 2023. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon Anthony D Grate
It's the launch of a new podcast on The Retro Network! Adam Pope and William Bruce West ask if you Remember That Show? Each month we'll be exploring an obscure or forgotten TV series from the 80's or 90's, while examining the television landscape in which it was broadcast, imagining how it could have been saved and reflecting on our own lifelong obsession with TV.In this first episode we're talking about the short-lived animated prime time sitcom, The Critic from 1994 starring Jon Lovitz. Did it have Will & Adam giving two thumbs up or shouting "It Stinks"? Listen now and find out! Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon Anthony D Grate
Listen to the trailer for Remember That Show? with hosts Adam and Will. Thanks to our monthly supporters Chad Droze Ken Spaulding Karen Flieger Tim Heasley Jeff Sheldon Anthony D Grate
After Michael, Rob, Jeff Somogyi, and Ben Graham talk briefly about their various experiences playing Dungeons & Dragons and their expectations for the game, Ben leads the rest of the party into a quick encounter with a sheep-stealing griffin. Assuming the group survives, this is the first of a series of adventures that will also see William Bruce West joining the fun in future episodes. Roll a d20 and make a Fun Check.
Michael and Rob are joined by Michael DiGiovanni and William Bruce West to imagine a Marvel Cinematic Universe movie that includes characters from the wide array of toys, movies, and TV series that Marvel Comics has licensed over the years.
William Bruce West joins Adam for a very fun review of Quantum & Woody from Acclaim Comics. Plus Wizard contests, Mort of the Month, Top 10 Comics and more! Thanks to our monthly supporters Fernando Pinto Jeremy Dawe Greg Schueller MeltFaceKillah Brian Acosta Joe Marcello Steve King Marc Quill Gabe Bustamantez DenimJedi Miitchell Hall Lee Markowitz Stephen Forshaw The Retro Network Mark McDonald ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
WARNING: This episode contains a DANGEROUS amount of laughter. Adam is joined by returning guest geeks, William Bruce West and Kevin Decent for a discussion about the second wave of Amalgam, an Alex Ross vanity project, the end of Heroes Reborn, why no one was excited about Ka-Zar and so much more!Get UNCUT audio and video versions of this episode, plus a scan of the issue by joining our Patreon at Patreon.com/WIZARDSCOMICSThis episode is brought to you by our sponsor, MANSCAPED. Get 20% OFF your order and FREE SHIPPING when you use promo code WIZARDS20 at manscaped.com. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Michael, Rob, William Bruce West, and David May board the Bus for a deep dive into the first season of Agents of SHIELD.
Michael and Rob welcome back old friends Carlin Trammel and William Bruce West to discover who the Ultimate Fictional Musician is. Each panelist nominates four bands or solo musicians to face off against each other Sweet 16 tournament-style. There can be only one champion, but the real fun is in the discussion and laughter along the way.
Exactly one year ago, Keith launched the latest addition to the Hard NOC Media podcast family: Shelf Conscious. To celebrate that anniversary, we're sharing that initial episode -- featuring fellow NOC toy collector William Bruce West -- here on the Hard NOC Life feed. Get a FREE one-year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND five FREE travel packs with your first purchase of Athletic Greens by visiting https://athleticgreens.com/EMERGING This episode is also sponsored by Goli. Use the code HARDNOC to get 10% off and Free Shipping on your order at https://go.goli.com/hardnoc All this and more on Hard NOC Life! Watch it on your screen, hit "play," and check this. Subscribe to all of the podcasts in the Hard NOC Media family on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, NPR One, Spotify, and now on Stitcher Radio! Support us on GoFundMe and Patreon! Buy merch on TeePublic! Subscribe to our YouTube channel! As always, our official theme music is brought to you by the super team of Adam WarRock and Chops.
Pop culture expert extraordinaire William Bruce West squares up with Tom this episode to talk about one of the biggest names in the wrasslin' business -- THE UNDERTAKER! Join as we take a look at The Phenom's 30-year career with all its highs, lows and sometimes just outright bizarre moments. Listen along as we grapple with our love of the character...and our oft-complex feelings about the man beneath the Stetson hat, Mark Calaway. Along the way, we also ponder why Brother Love was so red, whether blogs are dead and talk about how Will's journey to the USSR inspired him to become the media mogul that he is today. Songs featured in this episode: Intro: Mercyful Fate – A Dangerous Meeting Outro: Tangerine Dream – Force Majeure Follow Lupine Transmissions on Instagram @lupinetransmissions Check out Will's website at www.westweekever.com Bonus: Here's some of the matches we discuss during the show! The American Badass Debuts -- Judgement Day 2000 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzCSQR4C-qc Undertaker vs Jeff Hardy, ladder match -- RAW, July 1, 2002 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_ANV_KiB9Q Undertaker vs Shawn Michaels --Wrestlemania 25 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjZkxVYBVjY
On the last episode, where our MCU panel talked about Iron Man 3, Michael mentioned that he and William Bruce West had a conversation about the same movie for Michael's former Christmas movie podcast. Even though they did talk about how Iron Man 3 works in some Christmas themes, most of the conversation was about the movie in general. So for that reason, and because William Bruce West is awesome, we thought you might enjoy hearing that discussion.
Shelf Conscious is a brand new podcast all about the world of toy collecting. Join host Keith Chow as he discusses action figures with fellow collectors and industry professionals. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube!
Finally!Long time fans of the geek blog and podcast world are well familiar with the voice and words of William Bruce West. "He's forgotten more about pop culture than you'll ever know."Will and Kevin have been friends for years but this is their first time talking to each other. They discuss blog origins, who inspired them, how to balance fatherhood and blogging, rebranding a creation, and so much more. Lots of comic book talk, along with plenty of that pop culture that he hasn't forgotten.This episode is a long time coming. On a personal note Will has become one of my (Kevin's) best friends and it's all thanks to our mutual desire to put our thoughts out there for a world of strangers. Here's hoping this is the first of many discussions.If you want to read Will's blog make sure to bookmark WilliamBruceWest.com in your browser of choice.If you like the Hot Tag of the show, you can now read all of Kevin's show notes by becoming a Patron at the $5 level over at patreon.com/maskedlibrary.Check out our new merchandise store! Tee Public link.The Retro Network's own Kevin Decent (@MaskedLibrary) along with his two best friends “Sweet” Matty Treats (@MattyTreats) and Matt “the Educator of Excellence” began The House Show by reviewing WWF's In Your House pay per view events over the course of the worldwide quarantine. Next, they covered all of the WCW Halloween Havoc events finishing out 2020. Now in 2021, they will be going back to WWF for all the Saturday Night's Main Event shows. This trios team has been watching wrestling all their lives and debating the outcomes since high school. Invite them in your house each week for the main episode on Thursdays and The Run In on Mondays.Contact The House Show across social media! Follow @TRNHouseShow on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Watch along with each podcast by signing up for a 30-day free trial of the WWE Network. Watch all the In Your House, Halloween Havoc, and now Saturday Night's Main Event shows plus so much more from the '80s and '90s eras including Wrestlemania, Summerslam, and events from other leagues like ECW and NWA. Click the link here in the show notes and you'll also be supporting The House Show and The Retro Network as an official WWE affiliate.Listen from the beginning! Subscribe to The House Show feed directly or search "The House Show" in your favorite podcast feed★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The Magnum PI panel reconvenes to discuss Season 2. It's Evan Hanson, Jeeg, Michael May, Rob Graham, and William Bruce West talking about their favorite episodes, who they ship, TC's photography skills, and of course Higgins' half-brother from Texas.
In episode 7 of WIZARDS Adam & Michael are joined by William Bruce West to dissect Rob Liefeld's Youngblood #1, discuss a rejected X-Men movie script, discover the history of holograms in trading cards and more 90's comic book fun.
If you're bummed about No Time to Die getting pushed back to November, have no fear. William Bruce West, Doug Frye, Evan Hanson, Rob Graham, and Michael May have created the best spy movie in the world and you can enjoy it right this very second in your imagination.
Michael is joined by William Bruce West to examine the set-at-Christmas Iron Man 3. Is it a good Christmas movie? Is it a good Iron Man movie? Remember that game, Barrel of Monkeys? This is more fun than that.
Ned Lurch returns for the final time as the Nerd Lunch Podcast crew welcomes William Bruce West and they come up with the "WORST ACTION FIGURE LINE EVER."
Talk to me, Johnny! Adam from SequelQuest and William Bruce West join Michael May to rap about Lt. John J Rambo's adventures in Washington, Vietnam, Afghanistan, Myanmar, and maybe even a little with the Force of Freedom. What are the high and low points of the series? Does it deserve the attention it's received? And what expectations does it create for the upcoming Rambo: Last Blood?
It's the final time the Nerd Lunch crew visits the 50 Cent Bin! We thought last time would be it, but Adam from SequelQuest Pod pitched a new ideas so it's ONE MORE TIME for the bin. This time, the podcasters (including additional guest William Bruce West) have to take two 50 Cent Bin comic book characters and combine them into one. Creativity abounds in this 50 Cent Bin finale!
In this months episode, Corey welcomes pop culture sage William Bruce West to the show. They cover topics ranging from the possible West Week Ever Podcast to Halloween and scary movies as well as the experience of watching a wrestling event in person. It is ALWAYS a good time when WBW guests on a podcast, and this time is no different!
On this episode of Nerd Lunch the guys are joined by William Bruce West to create a University based on the podcast. We talk about a location, a mascot, and we round table our ideas for classes and professors. It's a fun discussion we think you'll enjoy.
While CT, Pax, and Jeeg are off saving the world, the Fourth Chair Army steps in to fill your podcast feed. This time, Evan Hanson, William Bruce West, Rob Graham, and Michael May take a good, long look at the first season of The Dukes of Hazzard, trying to figure out what holds up and what doesn't have the sense the good Lord promised a turkey.
On the new Rabbit Hole, we welcome our good friend and pop culture blogger, William Bruce West. He lives up to the motto "he's forgotten more than you know" when we jump into the Power Rangers Wikia and he becomes the Zordon to our Rangers. Join us on a journey as we learn that when it comes to podcasting, the power of teamwork overcomes all. Also, HAPPY BIRTHDAY to CT's daughter, Annaliese!
On the new Rabbit Hole, we welcome our good friend and pop culture blogger, William Bruce West. He lives up to the motto "he's forgotten more than you know" when we jump into the Power Rangers Wikia and he becomes the Zordon to our Rangers. Join us on a journey as we learn that when it comes to podcasting, the power of teamwork overcomes all. Also, HAPPY BIRTHDAY to CT's daughter, Annaliese!
Jeeg, Michael May, William Bruce West, and Liz Twachtman break down Marvel's latest home run, Black Panther. Spoiler alert: we reveal things about the plot. Spoiler alert: we like this movie A LOT.
In this episode, CT and Pax are joined by returning guest William Bruce West and new guest, Vincent from therobotspajamas.com and they talk about deaths of major characters in pop culture. They also talk about some of the deaths that didn't stick. And then, in classic Nerd Lunch fashion, the crew each kill off a major character themselves. Goodbye Santa Claus, Captain America, Michael Knight and Harry Potter!
In this episode, CT and Pax are joined by returning guest William Bruce West and new guest, Vincent from therobotspajamas.com and they talk about deaths of major characters in pop culture. They also talk about some of the deaths that didn't stick. And then, in classic Nerd Lunch fashion, the crew each kill off a major character themselves. Goodbye Santa Claus, Captain America, Michael Knight and Harry Potter!
Star Trek Month begins! The Nerd Lunch crew kick off a four week long celebration of the 50th anniversary of Star Trek. They welcome William Bruce West and postulate on the future of Star Trek. What will the new series be like? Where does Star Trek need to go in order to survive another 25 years? Great nerdy discussion!
Star Trek Month begins! The Nerd Lunch crew kick off a four week long celebration of the 50th anniversary of Star Trek. They welcome William Bruce West and postulate on the future of Star Trek. What will the new series be like? Where does Star Trek need to go in order to survive another 25 years? Great nerdy discussion!
Michael May completes his four week Nerd Lunch tour of duty and we make his dream of guesting with William Bruce West come true. Then, in the spirit of Fuller House, Girl Meets World and Coach, we get into an exercise of coming up with ideas for TV show revivals, some more deserving than others. We bring back Magnum, PI, Blacke's Magic, Small Wonder, Amen, and Murphy Brown. Nerd To-Dos feature some comic book reading, TV watching and taking a kid to go see that new Star Wars movie.
Michael May completes his four week Nerd Lunch tour of duty and we make his dream of guesting with William Bruce West come true. Then, in the spirit of Fuller House, Girl Meets World and Coach, we get into an exercise of coming up with ideas for TV show revivals, some more deserving than others. We bring back Magnum, PI, Blacke's Magic, Small Wonder, Amen, and Murphy Brown. Nerd To-Dos feature some comic book reading, TV watching and taking a kid to go see that new Star Wars movie.
They said it shouldn't be done, but we did it anyway. With just over four years behind us, the Nerd Lunch crew hit a milestone episode number of 200 shows. With no idea what to do, we were rescued by Fourth Chair Army generals Jay from The Sexy Armpit and Shawn from Branded in the 80s and they put together a special "Roast & Toast" of CT, Pax and Jeeg. You don't want to miss this one as it is chock full of questions, memories and special guests: Michael May Kay Evan Hanson Howie Decker Plus hear from: Rielly Jen Usellis Mackay Aaron Nix Robert Zerbe William Bruce West Andrew Bloom Rob Graham Jeff Somogyi Rondal Scott Tim Lybarger The Retroist Doug Frye, Matt Ringler and Kirk Howle of Schlock Treatment Michael DiGiovanni, Mike Downs and Christian Nielsen of The Atomic Geeks Special thanks to everyone who participated and everyone who has joined us in the Fourth Chair over the years. Also, thanks to all of our listeners. We hope you enjoy this monumental episode. We'll be back with more next week.
Kirk Howle and William Bruce West guest on this episode where we jump out of "internet group think" and make a case for why some characters, actors and movies get a bad rap. Hear us defend the Spice Girls, John Doggett, the Keanu Reeves Constantine movie, and Star Trek: Enterprise...just to name a few.
Kirk Howle and William Bruce West guest on this episode where we jump out of "internet group think" and make a case for why some characters, actors and movies get a bad rap. Hear us defend the Spice Girls, John Doggett, the Keanu Reeves Constantine movie, and Star Trek: Enterprise...just to name a few.
This week, you get two shows reviewed for the price of one! William Bruce West returns to the podcast to help break down both "Time & Life" and "Lost Horizon". They discuss the end of SC&P, Don going AWOL, the ghost of Bert Cooper, Roger's organ playing, Joan's buyout, and more.
This week, Corey welcomes William Bruce West, pop culture guru to the show to break down "The Forecast". They talk about Don selling his apartment, Joan finding love in LA, Peter Pan cookies, their excitement for Sally's return, their dissapointment regarding Glenn's return and more. Will somehow works in a Three's Company reference and provides a thought provoking "Cheers" theory, and they also place bets on what blast from the past will show hop next week.
CT and Pax welcome back fan-favorite Fourth Chair guest William Bruce West back to the show. The trio discussion television series finales. What makes a great finale? What are some of the best? What are some of the worst? Plus, we complete our musical intro hat trick thanks to the amazing efforts of frequent Fourth Chair guest Geek Kay.
CT and Pax welcome back fan-favorite Fourth Chair guest William Bruce West back to the show. The trio discussion television series finales. What makes a great finale? What are some of the best? What are some of the worst? Plus, we complete our musical intro hat trick thanks to the amazing efforts of frequent Fourth Chair guest Geek Kay.
Come and knock on our door, we got streaks on the China and what would we do baby without us? The Nerd Lunch Podcast welcomes back William Bruce West and we have what we're calling the "First Favorite TV Show Theme Songs" discussion. The crew chats about some of their favorite cartoon, sitcom, action, and drama theme songs. With sample clips, this might be our most copyright infringiest show yet! Also, we do something we rarely do and talk current events by following up on recent late night talk show news and Star Wars news. Nerd To-Dos include a double dose of murder mystery games and a double dose of Fringe.
Come and knock on our door, we got streaks on the China and what would we do baby without us? The Nerd Lunch Podcast welcomes back William Bruce West and we have what we're calling the "First Favorite TV Show Theme Songs" discussion. The crew chats about some of their favorite cartoon, sitcom, action, and drama theme songs. With sample clips, this might be our most copyright infringiest show yet! Also, we do something we rarely do and talk current events by following up on recent late night talk show news and Star Wars news. Nerd To-Dos include a double dose of murder mystery games and a double dose of Fringe.
Break out the Doritos and Mountain Dew, the Nerd Lunch Podcast had reached triple digits! It's episode 100 and to celebrate, CT, Jeeg and Pax welcome the two other members of the Nerd Lunch Family. Joining as guests are Nerd Lunch blog co-founder PLee and Nerd Lunch: The Web Series co-host Savannah Staverosky. However, the show honors many of our past guests by including a look back at several Fourth Chair Carryover Questions from the past year. Find out who never watched Saturday Morning cartoons, who doesn't like Seth Rogen, who (sort of) ran a 5K to save the Clock Tower, who watched the royal wedding and who likes Foofur a bit too much. Also...who is 'Saint Cosplay'? All that and more! With this episode, we end "season 2" of the show and we'll be taking a slight break before returning with episode 101. Look for bonus content in the meantime and we'll be back with new, full episodes soon. Special thanks to everyone listed below for awesome questions that we had fun revisiting on this episode: Rondal Scott Brian Adams Christian Nielsen Michael DiGiovanni Jen Usellis Mackay Thom Holbrook Jon Cross Robert Zerbe Shawn Robare Matt Ringler Doug Frye Kirk Howle Des Taylor Michael May Tim Lybarger Jasmin Fine Andrew Bloom The Retroist Vic Sage Aaron Nix Kristin Rielly William Bruce West Steve from Food Junk Matt Young Claymation Werewolf Howie Decker Ryan Hewson Jay from Sexy Armpit
This week, Joe & Corey welcome blogger and pop culture maven William Bruce West to the show to discuss Don, Roger, and Harry's LA experience, Joan's aggressive office behavior, the attempted 'Cutler Coup' and everything else that happened on this weeks show. They also discuss the popular Reddit theory about Megan Draper & Sharon Tate.
Pax, CT, Jaime Hood (www.shezcrafti.com and Cult Film Club), and William Bruce West (www.williambrucewest.com) review the sitcom greats (?) of the 90s. This episode asks and occasionally answers the hard hitting questions that everyone has wondered about. Why were Uncle Jesse and Uncle Joey still living with the Tanner family? How on earth did Saved By The Bell: The New Class last 10 seasons? Why is the finale to Seinfeld so damned important? What is French Stewart's tour de force performance? Which 90s sitcom character would we want to take the place of, date, or have for a neighbor? Not to be left out, our TV driven Nerd To-Dos include the Larry Sanders Show, Game of Thrones, Burn Notice, and The Walking Dead comic.
Pax, CT, Jaime Hood (www.shezcrafti.com and Cult Film Club), and William Bruce West (www.williambrucewest.com) review the sitcom greats (?) of the 90s. This episode asks and occasionally answers the hard hitting questions that everyone has wondered about. Why were Uncle Jesse and Uncle Joey still living with the Tanner family? How on earth did Saved By The Bell: The New Class last 10 seasons? Why is the finale to Seinfeld so damned important? What is French Stewart’s tour de force performance? Which 90s sitcom character would we want to take the place of, date, or have for a neighbor? Not to be left out, our TV driven Nerd To-Dos include the Larry Sanders Show, Game of Thrones, Burn Notice, and The Walking Dead comic.
William Bruce West settles into the fourth chair this week as we attempt to formulate a strategic plan for DC Comics' movie franchises. We delve into DC's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities for success, and threats to putting together a successful run. We debate how much DC should crib from Marvel, the much rumored JLA movie, crossing over onto TV, and whether there should be a shared DC movie universe at all. In our Nerd To-Dos, we hear about one nerd unloading part of his comic book collection, learn of a foray into True Blood, and discuss the impossible logistics of 24.
William Bruce West settles into the fourth chair this week as we attempt to formulate a strategic plan for DC Comics' movie franchises. We delve into DC's strengths, weaknesses, opportunities for success, and threats to putting together a successful run. We debate how much DC should crib from Marvel, the much rumored JLA movie, crossing over onto TV, and whether there should be a shared DC movie universe at all. In our Nerd To-Dos, we hear about one nerd unloading part of his comic book collection, learn of a foray into True Blood, and discuss the impossible logistics of 24.