Fanboy Confidential

Episode 23: Just Saying

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 03:45:00 +0000

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Just Saying

This month we bring you a new episode in the Just Saying series. My previous guest hosts Gary and Kirk return.

Topic of discussion this month revolves around the special fan screening of Hellboy 2 that occurred at the beginning of July. The sequel to the cult popular comicbook and movie franchise hits theaters July 11th. We discuss the fare surrounding the special screening that included special appearances from the director, cast, and crew of the new film.

Episode 22: Gantz Special

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Sat, 14 Jun 2008 01:00:00 +0000

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What is Gantz?

Michael Gombos joins me again this month to talk about his upcoming manga release of Gantz. Last time he and editor Carl Horn talked to me, they were celebrating the acquisition of the North American licensing rights. This time we delve more into this exciting graphic series that's been on many a readers minds since it first hit Japanese shelves in 2000.

Episode 21: Just Saying

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 05:28:00 +0000

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Just Saying: Grown Men Crying

This month we continue with our second episode in a new series dubbed Just Saying. My previous guest host Parker Lyons of Deltorofilms.com returns along with two new guests, friends Gary and Kirk.

Topic of discussion this month is the live action Hellboy movies. The sequel to the cult popular comicbook and movie franchise hits theaters July 11th. We discuss the films, past and future.

Episode 20: Solomon Kane Special

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Sat, 31 May 2008 06:51:00 +0000

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Solomon Kane.

This month we bring back Sr. Managing Editor at Darkhorse comics, Scott Allie. This time we attempt to delve into more depth on his upcoming comic adaptation of the Robert E Howard character, Solomon Kane.

If you enjoy our interview, make sure to head over to the Darkhorse Presents website for an original Solomon Kane story, coming later this month.

Also...

Exclusive Mario Guevara sketch art below.
Click the image to view a larger version.

This image is copyrighted so, don't do anything foolish.

Episode 19: Brett Weldele

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Tue, 13 May 2008 06:38:00 +0000

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Surrogates

This month we talk to artist Brett Weldele. His sci-fi comic book, The Surrogates is being made into a big budget Hollywood film starring Bruce Willis. We talk to him about the book which he worked on with writer Robert Venditti, and his experiences as an artist in the industry.

You can also read a preview of the second Surrogates series coming in 2009.

Also...
We're curious about Benjamin Button
Runaways gets the movie treatment
Prince of Persia gets miscast

Episode 18: Miles Teves

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Tue, 08 Apr 2008 16:28:00 +0000

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Hot Stuff

This month we talk to artist Miles Teves. You'll see his work in films like Total Recall, Robocop, Iron Man, Pirates of the Caribbean, and the recently released Indiana Jones 4. This interview was so awesome we skipped the news section all together.

Also...
news - RIP.

Episode 17: Scott Allie

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Sat, 22 Mar 2008 18:25:00 +0000

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My [Check] Mate.

This month we talk to Sr. Managing Editor at Darkhorse comics, Scott Allie. He's worked mostly behind the scenes on high profile projects like Buffy, Conan, and the Hellboy series. We spent some quality time with him and discussed all of the above and what's coming down the line at today's brightest indie publisher.

Also...
Joss Whedon's Dollhouse TV series.
Hobbit news.

Episode 16: Just Saying

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Fri, 22 Feb 2008 14:01:00 +0000

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Just Saying

This month we do something a little different. Parker Lyons is my guest host this month. He's best known as the creator of the popular fansite, Deltorofilms.com. Highly recommended site for all news related to cult director Guillermo del Toro.

Discussed this episode are the various live action incarnations of Marvel's Incredible Hulk. We also talk about a few movies that del Toro is attached to, that we'd like to see realized.

Correction: I mispoke when I said that Hulk 2 director Leterrier did a shot for shot trailer description for Premiere Magazine. It was actually for Empire Magazine. Check the Empire feature here.

Episode 15

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 06:49:00 +0000

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Singled Out

This month we talk to creature designer, Eddie Yang. You may not immediately recognize his name, but you'll remember his work on films like Gremlins, The Grinch, Burton's Planet of the Apes, and most recently Iron-Man. We spent some time with him and talked about his serendipitous introduction to and experiences in the FX industry.

Also...
Star Trek discussed

Episode 14

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 02:23:00 +0000

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Tremenda

This month we talk to comics artist, Gabriel Ba. His latest book, Umbrella Academy, is a strong effort and bares discussion.

Also...
Cloverfield news
Avatar movie news

Episode 13: Xtra

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Sun, 02 Dec 2007 02:22:00 +0000

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Perceptions and Outtakes

This episode of XTRA contains a continuation of our discussion with Tom Manning, creator of the indie comicbook RUNOFF. Audio contains further talks about the making of RUNOFF, publishing, and some details on the possible RUNOFF film adaptation.

All three chapters of RUNOFF can be purchased on Tom Manning's official website:
robotsandmonkeys.com

Episode 13

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Mon, 05 Nov 2007 01:38:00 +0000

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Perceptions

This month we talk to breakout comics creator, Tom Manning. His book, RUNOFF, is an unexpected breath of fresh air that's deceptively tough to get into, but worth everyone's time for it's payoff.

Also...
The New Captain America is coming.
I Am Legend trailer discussed.

Episode 12

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Tue, 09 Oct 2007 03:10:00 +0000

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Manga, Manhwa

This month we talk to two of the names responsible for Darkhorse Comics' first class international comicbook acquisitions and publishing. Meet Carl Horn and Mike Gombos.

Also...
Justice League live action movie discussion.

Episode 11

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Tue, 11 Sep 2007 05:08:00 +0000

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Geek Speak...

This month we shoot the chit about our experiences at San Diego Comicon 2007. The things we saw and heard, and general bragging.

Also...
Embarrassing credits.

Episode 10: Xtras

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Sun, 08 Jul 2007 06:14:00 +0000

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Music to my ears...continued.

This is a continuation of our interview with composer Christopher Drake. This time you get a chance to listen to several clips from the upcoming Hellboy video game. Exclusives, thanks to Konami and Chris Drake.

This audio is only available for iTunes and subscribing listeners.

So, what are you waiting for. Subscribe, it's FREE.

Episode 10

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Sun, 01 Jul 2007 16:07:00 +0000

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Music to my ears...

This month we speak at length with composer Christopher Drake who most recently surprised us with the cinematically inclined score for the Hellboy animated films. We talk about his work on the animated films, the soon to be released Hellboy videogames, and much more.

Also...
Watchmen casting news.

Episode 9

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Sun, 27 May 2007 06:19:00 +0000

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Bring It!...

What's next for the man who has everything...This month we corner Hellboy Animated Producer Tad Stones and talk all things, well Hellboy.

Episode 8

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Tue, 24 Apr 2007 04:10:00 +0000

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Start your engines...

This month we talk with Tim Minear. He's best known as the producer of such quality TV as Angel, Firefly, Wonderfalls, and The Inside. We lucked into the chance to chat him up about his past work, and his current show DRIVE airing Mondays on FOX.

Missed the premiere? Catch the show on Myspace
You can also call FOX and leave them your thoughts on the show (310) 369-3066

Also...

Fantastic Four 2: Galactus
Iron Man images
Incredible Hulk movie news

Episode 7

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Fri, 23 Mar 2007 22:24:00 +0000

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Let there be light...

We talk with author Jeanne Duprau who's breakout Ember series is being turned into a live action movie. We chat about her books, her writing methods, and just how do you pronounce Lina.

Also...
Transformers voice casting
The Surrogates comic becomes a movie
WANTED casting news
Steve Rogers, no more.

Episode 6

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Sun, 25 Feb 2007 05:21:00 +0000

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Awesome...

We talk with artist Wayne Barlowe who's best known for his terrifying imaginings of Hell on canvas. We talk about his past, present, and future work in television, books, and movies.

Also...

Wonder Woman movie news.
Batman sequel news.
Indiana Jones sequel news.

Episode 5

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Tue, 30 Jan 2007 05:34:00 +0000

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Things Golden...

We talk with award-winning author Christopher Golden who's best known for his work on the popular Buffy franchise, as well as his frequent collaborations with comics creator Mike Mignola.

Also...

Iron Man movie news
AVATAR movie news

Episode 4

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Thu, 28 Dec 2006 16:54:00 +0000

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On Guard...

We chat with up and coming artist David Petersen who's breakthrough comicbook Mouse Guard has been nominated best indie comic... by Wizard Magazine.

Also...

Our thoughts on two can't miss movies from 2006.

Episode 3

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Tue, 14 Nov 2006 07:47:00 +0000

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Just Dougie...

We chat at length with actor Doug Jones who's known for his physical acting roles in films like Mimic, Hellboy, and his turn as the Silver Surfer in the upcoming Fantastic Four live action sequel.

Also...

Spider-man 3 News discussions.
Comicbook News discussions.

Episode 2

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 00:49:00 +0000

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Something Monstrous...

We chat at length with up and coming Storyboard artist Simeon Wilkins. His past work includes stints on Hellboy, Monster House, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and Robert Zemeckis' Beowulf. We talk to him about his experiences on these and future projects.

Click to view Storyboards for this deleted scene.

Also...

David recommends a great book to read.

Episode 1

spydawebm@gmail.com (Maurice M,David S) — Thu, 28 Sep 2006 22:02:00 +0000

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The Road to Hellboy...

We hang out with Writer/Director/Producer, Tad Stones and talk about past, present, and future, including his current project Hellboy: Sword of Storms.

Lovely Copyright Stills Courtesy of Tad Stones

Also...

We discuss our Top News Stories.
Recommended Movies.
Recommended Comics.

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Podcast Notes...

Transformers Cast List:

Autobots
Optimus Prime (MAC Truck)
Bumblebee (VW Bug)
Jazz - (Porsche)
Ratchet - (Ambulance)
Ironhide - (Fire van)

Decepticons
Megatron (was a Gun - Now an Alien Jet)
Starscream (was an F15 Jet - Now an F22 Raptor)
Brawl - (Tank)
Bonecrusher - (Bulldozer)
Barricade - (unconfirmed)
Scorponok - (Scorpion)
Frenzy - (Cassette tape)
Blackout - (B1 bomber)

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