The UK Comic Book Podcast Group

The Next Level - Episode 44

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 22 May 2012 07:09:50 +0000

Join Amaechi and Ant as they bring you the (belated) forty-fourth episode of The Next Level, Geek Syndicate Network's gaming podcast.

This time, the guys look at the latest news, including the boom in Downloadable games, MMO justice and the possibility of spreading game blockbusters throughout the year.

Next, Ant talks about a couple of the demo's he's played recently (Dragon's Dogma and Sniper Elite V2) and Amaechi reviews The Walking Dead: Episode 1 from XBLA.

Small Press Big Mouth - Episode 38

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 22 May 2012 06:52:38 +0000

Welcome to Episode 38 of Small Press Big Mouth, this is the Lee Free episode so I have to apologise for the lack of farting/fart jokes. This is two interviews recorded by Stace at Bristol Expo 2012, with two brand new indie publishers - Disconnected Press and Improper Books. I hope you enjoy it and next episode will be back to normality or as close as we can manage!

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 142

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 17 May 2012 20:44:26 +0000

Remember our current book club selection is Hull Zero 3 by Greg Bear. We'll be talking about this on Monday 4th June so there's still plenty of time to get reading!

A light new week this episode but Scott talks about his busy Bristol Comic Convention and nobody seems particularly devastated about the list of recently cancelled shows.

Avengers Box office breaks $1 billion

http://www.comicbookresources. com/?page=article&id=38645

Arrow – full season picked up - CW

http://www.comicbookresources. com/?page=article&id=38640

For their main feature Scott and Steve talk about 'Y: The Last Man', written by Brian K Vaughn the amazing 60 issue epic about the last human male on Earth.  There are some spoilers towards the end of the episode but plenty of warning!

Scrolls Book Group: The Woman In Black

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 10 May 2012 19:59:59 +0000

In which Susan Hill's chilling classical ghost story is shared, enthused over and examined by the Scrolls team. Clover hosts this special episode, ably assisted by Mattie & Phil and joined by the multi-talented Sarah Taylor, who has been a fan of the story (in all its forms) for many years. Whilst absent from the discussion, Dion provides a little atmosphere with selected readings from the text in the first half of the episode.

With deference to the new film and the ever popular stage production, the second half of the episode examines alternative interpretations of the tale and the ways in which they both succeed and fail to capture the essence of Hill's creation. Along with a certain amount of squeeing. I'm naming no names.

As ever with the Scrolls Book Group, spoilers abound, so we recommend that you read the book before you listen in.

Preferably by candlelight.

Alone...

Feedback is always welcome. You can comment on this post, e-mail us at scrolls@hotmail.co.uk or follow our Twitter feed @Scrollscast (for author retweets and news.)
You can even follow our personal accounts @Dion_Scrolls and @Phlambler if you like.

Our next Book Group episode will be in November. If you want to take part in the episode after that then please drop us a line to say what book you would choose, and why you love it so much. We look forward to hearing from you. Keep reading.

Geek to Geek - Issue 3

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sun, 06 May 2012 22:50:00 +0000

Geek to Geek – Episode 3

Welcome to Geek to Geek, the audio magazine dedicated to bringing the sass back to geekdom.

Contents

00:00:00 Geek to Geek with Monts and Nuge – David Montieth and Barry Nugent bring you their monthly slice of pop culture madness. No script, no preparation but a lot of fun and sass…always sass.

00:51:33 Promo: The Monster Hunters – A Three Part Audio Drama. Find out more here

00:52:58 Little Witch aka Amy of the Birds of Geek podcast has a quick chat with comic writer Gail Simone.

00:58:05 Montoya and SilverFox from Trailer Trash Two discuss the greatness that was 1982 for genre films.

01:16:22 Stacey Whittle from Small Press Big Mouth reviews the Sherlock Holmes Graphic Novel series from Self Made Hero.

01:22:05 Barry and Ant from The Next Level review Mass Effect 3 (Spoiler Free)

01:39:13 After Hours with Dave and Barry – the guys close out the show in the Geek to Geek Studio bar.

Dissecting Worlds Series 6, Episode 2: Nazis! and World War Alternatives

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 04 May 2012 13:05:23 +0000

Dissecting Worlds attempts to digest 30-odd years of global anarchy & its alternate history in the form of two world wars (but no world cup!)

A bumper episode including such tit-bits as:

Germany's strong right hook
Reds, Whites & anarchist also rans
The Czech Legion & Belgian Armoured Cars Siberian tours
Other Versailles
A Very British Civil War
German Mediterranean holidays
Halifax for PM!
Submarines are alive with sound of music
Losing Moscow (yes they do eventually get to the Russian front!)
America's separate wars
The heavyweight issue of alternative holocausts
When Matt says 1929 Committee he means 1922!

A Very British Civil War 1938 forum

here: http://gwargamesp.18. forumer.com/index.php? showforum=4

(& Kehaar's VBCW 38 efforts war gaming
http://clarkythecruel. wordpress.com/category/vbcw- 1938/ & roleplaying www.alfiesantics.wordpress.com

So sit back, enjoy & disagree!

Feedback and discussion always welcome @Dissectingwrlds for the show, and @clarkythecruel for Kehaar and @thegrampus for Matt.

Small Press Big Mouth - Episode 37

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 04 May 2012 12:26:02 +0000

Hello and welcome to episode 37 of Small Press Big Mouth where Stacey and Lee do some reviewing of comics and tell you some news (though some of it may be a bit out of date cos of someone taking their sweet time with the editing!). For more detailed notes and the linkypoos and the good, proper info bit that Lee does -rather than the "ah bum I've forgotten EVERYTHING we talked about" mess that is this bit Stace writes, check out smallpressbigmouth.blogspot. com .

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 141

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 01 May 2012 22:15:00 +0000

In this rather special episode Scott and Steve kick off with some news about CBO before moving on to some comic book, movie and TV news. Don't forget our current book club selection which is Hull Zero Three by Greg Bear. We will be discussing the 2012 Arthur C. Clarke Shortlisted novel on week commencing Monday 4th June, which gives you roughly 5 weeks to read it and send in your thoughts and feedback via twitter, facebook or email. Contact details are at the end of the episode.

The Avengers delivers

New Marvel movies from Fox

Fringe Season 5

China Miéville writes for DC Comics

Sat 5th May - Free Comic Book Day

Free Serenity comic - Free Comic Book Day

Looper - New SF movie - trailer

For our Main Feature we have the return of Challenge Scott. Steve pitches three comics and tries to get Scott interested enough to pick up at least one of them. We are planning to have a return to this segment in a few weeks time to see which books Scott picked up from this episode and what he thought of them.

The Manhattan Projects from Image by Jonathan Hickman

Peter Panzerfaust from Image by Kurtis J. Wiebe

Saga from Image by Brian K. Vaughan

The Book Club - Rendevous with Rama by Arthur C Clarke

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sun, 22 Apr 2012 10:15:49 +0000

In this episode of the Book Club we talk about Rendevous with Rama by Arthur C Clarke. Scott starts with an apology because despite suggesting it he mistook it for a different one! We talk about the innovation and great ideas in the book but despite being a classic it certainly has it's flaws.

Our next book club selection is the Clarke Award nominated Hull Zero Three by Greg Bear We'll be talking about it in 6-8 weeks so get reading and let us know what you think!

Tim And Max Episode 6 - Obsession With Origins

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 22:24:22 +0000

Tim and Max Solve All The Problems With Popular Culture is STILL the newest podcast in the unstable time vortex that is the Geek Syndicate Network.

The podcast aims to do exactly what it says on the tin – young buccaneers Tim Swann (@tetrarchangel on twitter) of Psycomedia (psycomedia.wordpress.com) and Max Barnard (@maxy_barnard on twitter) of You Must Hear This (imustreadthis.com) identify a key area where popular geek culture falls down and then try and come up with some ways that both the creators and the audience can fix it.

In our sixth and final-ish episode, we discuss our present obsession with origins, get rather niche in references to our own podcasts, talk a lot about Spiderman, praise All-Star Superman and try and come up with quick summaries for less well-known characters, and Tim's man-crush of the week is Kyle MacLachlan.

The Next Level Episode 43

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 16 Apr 2012 20:48:58 +0000

In this episode Ant and Amaechi take time out from killing reapers and saving the universe to talk more gaming news, views and reviews.

News

· Men in Black and Young Justice games get announced

· Leaked PS3 trophies suggest a new Batman Arkham City DLC is coming

· Game and Gamestation goes into administration and close stores

· More Xbox 720, Wii U and PS4 next gen console news and rumours

· Draw Something and Angry Birds Space continue the mobile phone gaming phenomenon

First Impressions

· Battlefield 3 single player campaign

· Binary Domain

Dissecting Worlds: Series 6, Episode 1

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 13:14:38 +0000

Doning their tin hats the disagreeing duo of Dissecting Worlds turn their scalpels to Alternate History this series.

To open the bowling they're going to limber up with Kim Stanley Robinson's "The Years of Rice & Salt", an exploration of a world in which Europe exited history in the 15th-16th centuries.

This gives an opportunity to discuss alternate histories on the way, and in the process they potentially upset

* quantum physicists

* Marxists

* Nazis

* Harry Turtledove

* Arthur C Clarke

* the romantic view of history

In the usual blend of confessions, obsessions & mispronunciations and teasers for future episodes in the series.

For all your dissecting worlds news follow us @dissectingwrlds

For ramblings of the sleep deprived @clarkythecruel & alternate history RPG at www.alfiesantics.wordpress.com (related Wargame material www.clarkythecruel.wordpress. com under the VBCW tag.)

Matts twitter is @theGrampus & he really should do a website on his d-hopping campaign (or some blog entries.)

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 139

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 03 Apr 2012 11:10:00 +0000

In this episode Steve is flying solo as Scott is off exploring the galaxy. This episode kicks off with a bit of news and reviews, including some forthcoming comics from Image, news about the BattleStar Galactics prequel series, Blood and Chrome, and news of a new TV series based on a comic.

OCT comes to TV

Chris Staros to teach at SCAD

SyFy Channel - BSG: Blood and Chrome

Revival – New series from Image comics – Seeley and Norton

Sunset – OGN from Minataur Press – Top Cow – Christos Gage

New Atomic Robo series from Red 5 Comics

For our main feature Steve spoke with Tom Hunter the award Director of the Arthur C. Clarke Award. This year there has been some controversy over the 2012 shortlist. Last year we asked our listeners to vote on their favourite from the 2011 shortlist and they chose Zoo City which then went on to win the Clarke. We also managed to speak to Lauren Beukes about Zoo City. This year we're doing something similar with the Book Club. Click on the following link to vote on which of the 2012 Clarke Shortlist you would like the Book Club to read. Whichever book gets the most votes will be the next choice after the current one. The winner will be announced in two weeks time.

Click here to vote for the next Book Club selection

Tim and Max Solve All The Problems With Popular Culture: Episode 5 - The Complicated Episode

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 12:13:42 +0000

Tim and Max Solve All The Problems With Popular Culture is STILL the newest podcast in the stable of subetheric continua that is the Geek Syndicate Network.

In our fifth episode, we discuss subtext, both where it clashes and merges with the text, when the sun hasn't gone to our heads, at least. We also plan Swanncon 2012, picture George Lucas telling Kevin Smith to shut up, plot global population realignment and still find time to highlight the continuing ridiculousness of Marvel Comics.

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 138

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 20 Mar 2012 22:04:45 +0000

This episode Scott and Steve kick off witha reminder of the current book club selection which is Rendevous with Rama by Arthur C. Clarke which we will be talking about on Monday 16th April, in four weeks time.

After some comic book news, movie news and some exciting new media projects coming in the next few months, we settle down to discuss Into the Woods a fairytale comic book anthology from Stacey Whittle, the co-host of Small Press Big Mouth.

Discussed in the news:-

Geek and Sundry

Halcyon and Tenderfoot launch at Newcastle Library

Prometheus

Cabin in the Woods

Mark Waid launched digital comics project

Thrilling Adventure Hour

The Next Level - Episode 42

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:36:56 +0000

Join Ant and Amaechi as they delve once more into the latest gaming news, including a discussion of "the GAME Saga". Following this, find out if Resistance 3 is a Buy, Rent or Avoid and the boys chat about some of the demo's they've been playing recently.

Scrolls Chapter 18: Apocalypse Wow

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 08 Mar 2012 13:52:32 +0000

After a short hiatus the Scrolls team is back, just in time for the end of the world. Join us as we explore the subject of apocalypse with regards to our beloved genres of science fiction, horror and fantasy. Books discussed include: Good Omens, The Tripods trilogy, Wolf In Shadow, The Last Battle, The Stand, The Road, Strength Of Stones, The Mist and Z For Zachariah.

We start our exploration with 'Judgement Today,' as cultures, civilisations and species face the threat of extinction. Why do writers return to these uber-threats time and again and what do we, the readers get out of it? In the middle section 'Armageddon Outta Here' we look at the last survivors trying to make sense of the end-times, seeking a last bastion or just trying to survive. What does 'The End' mean in real and psychological terms to mankind? We wrap up with 'Post-Post-Apocalyptic,' running our eyes over some brave new worlds to see what some authors have used armageddon to achieve in terms of recreating civilisation from the ashes of the past.

Which all sounds very high-faluting until you remember that this is Scrolls and most of the time we're stuffing our faces, making obscene jokes, wandering off-topic or discussing things that we may not actually, properly... (technically) have read.

Therefore, in addition to the packed programme you can discover who Really wrote the music for The Omen, hear our review of a book that doesn't really exist, learn how to kill and cook a certain podcaster if things get particularly bad and (if you listen very carefully) you may even discover an Easter Egg.

See below for the various links we mention in the podcast.

City Of Hell Chronicles

Lily Child's Feardom

100 Horrors: Tales Of Horror In The Blink Of An Eye

Human Slaves (In An Insect Nation)

Kim Curran's 'Shift'

See you in the next world. In the mean time, keep reading.

Geek to Geek - Issue 2

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:38:39 +0000

Welcome to the second issue of Geek to Geek, the audio magazine dedicated to bringing the sass back to geekdom. 2 hours of craziness coming to your mp3 player every month!

00:00:00 Geek to Geek with Monts and Nuge – David Montieth and Barry Nugent bring you their monthly slice of pop culture madness. No script, no preparation and but hopefully some hope that you will enjoy the experience

00:41:18 Promo: The Strange Case of Springheel'd Jack - A Three Part Audio Drama. Find out more here

00:42:38 Montoya and Silver Fox from Trailer Trash take a look at three film trailers.

00:57:40 Dion of the Scrolls interviews Daniel Polansky, author of Lowtown.

01:14:29 Montoya chats with the producers of John Carter

01:35:06 After Hours with Dave and Barry – the guys close out the show in the Geek to Geek Studio bar.

Comic Book OutsidersEpisode 137

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 06 Mar 2012 14:45:00 +0000

Remember our current book club selection is Rendevous with Rama by Arthur C. Clarke which we will be talking about in a few weeks time.

After some news and reviews Scott and Steve do Desert Island Geeks with Cy Dethan writer of (amongst other things), Slaughterman's Creen and Cancertown. We discuss what elements of geek culture he'd like to be stranged on a desert island with and why - be prepared for some surprises!

Discussed in the news:

Sci-fi in Chernobyl

Morgan Spurlock's documentary

Lost Star Trek script

Boldly Gone webcomic

Terry Moore

Image announcements

Nobody listens to Worf

Tim And Max Episode 4 - Money For Money's Sake

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 05 Mar 2012 14:04:51 +0000

Tim and Max Solve All The Problems With Popular Culture is STILL the newest podcast in the stable of Mandalorian warmounts that is the Geek Syndicate Network.

In our fourth episode, we discuss money, all the songs inspired by money, and we won't tell you any more until you pay us exorbitant fees. Topics of discussion include the grand battle of whether Dollhouse is a good show, the treachery of Michael Bay, the band 10cc, and Tim spends most of the episode pretending he's married to Jennifer Morrison.

Q!PAW Episode 101

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sat, 03 Mar 2012 17:39:59 +0000

40 mins, 58 secs

The Panelologists went to The London Super Comic Convention and it turns out it was very good.

They don't interview George Perez and they do talk nonesense with Tim from The Hat Decides.

Dissecting Worlds - Season 5 Conclusions

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 13:18:37 +0000

Despite Kehaar's assertions (or maybe he thinks he's slept through a whole series), Series Five wraps up our traditional "Conclusions" episode, where we try to pull together any common threads, talk about things we've missed, and probably continue to miss even more things. We also talk about some of our reader feedback and to add to the excitement it's Matt's first turn in the editing chair.

The link to the "plan for far" for the DW Symposium can be found here: (http://geeksyndicate. wordpress.com/2012/02/23/ dissecting-worlds-symposium- 2012/ )

Next series we are looking at Alternative Histories - we should be getting something out on the running order and content as soon as we have stopped arguing about it!

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 136 - Live

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 27 Feb 2012 21:41:44 +0000

This is a special live episode of Comic Book Outsiders was recorded on Saturday 18th February 2012 as part of the launch of Geek News Radio. We talk some news and reviews and then get into the first of a new main segment, Desert Island Geeks, where we mention the one movie, TV show and comic book we could live with on a desert island without going crazy. We have direct feedback and interaction from our listeners who also gave us their suggestions and this forms part of our discussion.

For more live episodes recorded on the day check out the Geek News Radio website or listen to the latest episodes from all of the podcasts on GNR via Stitcher.

Geek Invasion: The SFX Weekender 2012

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:24:26 +0000

The GS crew were out in serious force at the SFX Weekender event this year. Did you spot us all? Well one week later Barry and his syndicated geeks Amy, Ant, Clover, Dion, Matt (The Grampus) and Phil got back around the mic to talk through our experiences in North Wales, good and bad. You'll find out what it's really like to attend one of the best geek Events in Britain, how to survive it and how to get the best bang for your buck.

The episode is a biggie so clear your schedules or, if you'd prefer, nibble us piecemeal as we wade through the major events, guest stars and surprise hits of the show.

Along the way we don hotpants, duck time-travelling ninjas, achieve total-toilet-ambush and discover the voice of a sex-god... among many other treats.
We mention YouTube videos that have since become available, so you can see some of the delights on offer. Click here to see a bunch of them.

The Weekender is truly an event to be experienced. Join us here to help relive the great times you had, or see what you missed out on. Either way, hopefully we will see you all there in 2013.

Q!PAW Episode 100

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 22:01:20 +0000

40 mins, 26 secs

The Panelologists are back with a new unedited format just in time for their one hundredth episode.

They talk London Super Comic Convention and other comic book related things.

Hooray!

The Book Club - Live

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 20 Feb 2012 21:48:52 +0000

This is a special live episode of the book club recorded on Saturday 18th February 2012 as part of the launch of Geek News Radio. We discuss The Emperor's Knife by Mazarkis Williams from Jo Fletcher books and receive instant feedback and comments from the listening audience via twitter and the chat room. The episode is completely unedited and it still turned out pretty well. The next book club selection is Rendezvous with Rama by Arthur C. Clarke and we will be discussing it in about six weeks time.

For more live episodes recorded on the day check out the Geek News Radio website or listen to the latest episodes from all of the podcasts on GNR via Stitcher.

The Next Level Episode 41 - Game of the Year Edition

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sun, 19 Feb 2012 10:40:07 +0000

Join us in this episode were Ant and Amaechi reveal their games of the year by genre and for the first time choose the Next Levels first overall Game of the Year.

In the news

Call of Duty community grow and grows

Mario dominates the 2011 3DS software sales

Star Wars Kinect and special edition console get an official release date

Gotham City Imposter is released

I Am Alive gets an official release date

Nintendo confirms the WiiU will be available globally by Christmas

Game of Thrones RPG on its was

Mass Effect 3 gets iOS game and app

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 134

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 17:59:45 +0000

Scott and Steve talk to Shawn Pryor from Action Lab Entertainment and PKD media in this episode. Shawn shares with us his love of comics and discusses what life is like being involved with a successful independent comics label.

Featured in the news:

Brian Wood writing Conan for Dark Horse

Valen the Outcast – Boom Studios

The Black Beetle – Dark Horse Presents – 3 issue series

Beauty and the Beast Movie – in addition to 2 TV pilots

The River new TV show

Space 2099

Dr Who, TNG crossover

Tim & Max Solve All The Problems With Popular Culture: Episode 3 – Ehh, It'll Do

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 08:57:25 +0000

Tim and Max Solve All The Problems With Popular Culture is STILL the newest podcast in the stable of winged horses that is the Geek Syndicate Network.

The podcast aims to do exactly what it says on the tin – young bucks Tim Swann (@tetrarchangel on twitter) of Psycomedia (psycomedia.wordpress.com - can this be hyperlinked?) and Max Barnard (@maxy_barnard on twitter) of You Must Hear This (imustreadthis.com - can this be hyperlinked?) identify a key area where popular geek culture falls down and then try and come up with some ways that both the creators and the audience can fix it.

In our third episode, we discuss mediocrity, hopefully without being mediocre. There's unavoidable Lucas and Spielberg chat, trying to force stuff into franchises, the problems with properties that sell no matter what, and inevitable preludes to the next episode, which will concern money. We might have been bothered to throw in some solutions, since that's what the franchise demands.

Small Press Big Mouth Episode 35.5 - Digital distribution for self-published comics

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 14 Feb 2012 13:16:24 +0000

The Information Superhighway to Your Audience! Digital distribution for self-published comics
How can you use the web to get your comic to its readers? Stacey Whittle chairs a panel with Daniel Clifford, Leonie O’Moore, Gordon Robertson and Terry Wiley that will discuss the potential benefits and hurdles to using digital comic distribution. In a constantly evolving field, what new models, tactics and opportunities are out there for a comic creator who wants their work to be read?

Small Press Big Mouth - Episode 35

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:08:53 +0000

Welcome to the ever so slightly late episode 35 of Small Press Big Mouth! This episode has a splattering of Indie related news but is seriously review heavy as Stace and Lee wade through a myriad of comics including: Hitsville, Hark! A Vagrant, Stiffs, Hilda and the Midnight Giant, Verity Fair, Seeds, Colins Godson, Holy Terror, Elemental Micah, Windfall Melons and more. Check out the blog for links and shiz, and we hope you enjoy the comeback show!

Dissecting Worlds Series 5 Episode 6b – The Doctor and the Anti-leader (Part 2)

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 20:53:14 +0000

This month Kehaar and Matt are still companioned by Luke Foster as we continue our look at the Doctor. This time we are turn our attention to the sad end of "Classic" Who and the into the modern relaunch, covering:

- The Sad Tale of Internal Politics and Terrible Coats

- The player on a Thousand Chess Boards and a rare brush with consequence

- The War Veteran and running away from your responsibilities

- Skipping through time with the special companion (?) and Christ Complex

- The Importance of being just a Mad Man with a Box

All that and the usual sidetracking through Time and Space!

The link to Moon Freight 3 is http://moonfreight3.com

The Incredible Hulkcast is at http://www.comicbooknoise. com/hulk/

The Trip is at http://www.thetrippodcast. com/

And ECBT2000AD is at http://2000ad.wordpress. com/

And more Doctor Who goodness can be found on the excellent Geek Syndicates very own ‘Time Lore’, reviewing the whole Doctor TV canon (and associated audios on the Geek Syndicate Network.’

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 133

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 21:25:05 +0000

This episode Scott and Steve kick off with some news and reviews, talking about new TV shows that have just arrived, the return of some new favourites, forthcoming comic book releases and TV shows due to air in the next few months.

For our main feature we interviewed Jason Neulander the creator of The Intergalactic Nemesis, which is a touring live stage show that combines a 1930s style radio drama with a graphic novel. It's Star Wars meets Indiana Jones. We find out where the idea for this unique show came from and Jason's plans for the show in the future.

Geek to Geek - Issue 1 (Updated)

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 22:32:44 +0000

Welcome to the first issue of Geek to Geek a podcast magazine dedicated to bring the sass back to geekdom.

If you have an iPod, iPhone etc you should be able to pick up the enhanced version of the podcast which will have chapter breaks included allowing you to move through the different sections of the podcast as you see fit. If you’ve you can’t get the enhanced version of the podcast, no worries the time stamps for each chapter are below.

00:00:00 Geek to Geek with Monts and Nuge – David Montieth and Barry Nugent bring you their monthly slice of pop culture madness. No script, no preparation and but hopefully some hope that you will enjoy the experience

01:02:35 Fave genre reads of 2011 - The Scrolls gang pick some of the beloved reads of the past year

01:19:36 Notes from Nuge – Joins Barry and Chrisophe as they look as they chat about film soundtrack with a special focus on the pulps this month.

01:33:38 Stacey Whittle of Small Press Big Mouth brings you her independent book review.

01:40:30 A special interview with Dave Bradley, the head honcho at the SFX magazine about the upcoming SFX Weekender

02:03:27 After Hours with Dave and Barry – the guys close out the show in the Geek to Geek Studio bar.

If you’ve downloaded this through the Geek Syndicate app then you will also have access to the first issue of the Geek Syndicate quarterly Magazine a preview of which you can see here.

Tim and Max Solve All The Problems With Popular Culture: Episode 2 - Hypersexualisation

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:29:36 +0000

Tim and Max Solve All The Problems With Popular Culture is STILL the newest podcast in the stable of winged horses that is the Geek Syndicate Network.

The podcast aims to do exactly what it says on the tin – young bucks Tim Swann (@tetrarchangel on twitter) of Psycomedia and Max Barnard (@maxy_barnard on twitter) of You Must Hear This identify a key area where popular geek culture falls down and then try and come up with some ways that both the creators and the audience can fix it.

In our second episode, we discuss hypersexualisation, and how the great and the good can fall down (at least in Tim's fragile mind and innocent eyes) by sex getting in the way of their art, and the bad can make everything worse with their impact on sexuality in and out of the arts. But don't worry, there are solutions too! Harry Potter fan-fic features more than you might like.

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 132

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 20:35:54 +0000

In this episode the Scott and Steve introduce a new feature, "Under The Skin" where we dissect in detail a particular character from a genre show. Here we talk about G'Kar from Babylon 5 played by the amazing Andreas Katsulas.

News covered in this episode:

Cabin in the Woods – Joss Whedon – March 9^th

http://insidemovies.ew.com/ 2012/01/12/the-cabin-in-the- woods-sxsw-film-festival/

DC comic titles cancelled from 52, and new comics

http://www.comicsalliance.com/ 2012/01/12/dc-new-52- cancelations-new-titles- second-wave/

http://www.newsarama.com/ comics/dc-bob-harras-new-52- second-wave-12-01-12.html

With Great Power – The Stan Lee Story

http://www.withgreatpower.biz/ about.html

Thief of Thieves

http://www.newsarama.com/ comics/thief-of-thieves- spencer-kirkman-120112.html

The New New 52 features China Mieville

http://io9.com/5875461/dc-launches-second-wave-of-new-52-comics-including-one-by-china-mieville

Scrolls Chapter 17: Genre Blenders

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 04:07:04 +0000

In which the team try to pin down the essence of genre: what differentiates it from a style; who makes them and how it affects our reading experience. We go on to discuss the benefits and problems with blurring those boundaries. Actually, for the first fifteen minutes we try to stop Mattie playing SW:TOR and attempt to discuss a series of books that none of us has actually read - but then we get on topic. Honestly.

The conversation was to have gone on for a good twenty minutes longer but technical difficulties plagued us in the latter part of the episode. On the plus side, all being well you will be hearing a little more from Scrolls 'somewhere' on the Geek Syndicate Network this month.

Genre Blends that we recommend, but didn't have opportunity to discuss properly (or at all in some cases) include Artemis Fowl, the 'Jon Shannow' books, The 'Pax Britannia' series, Coraline, The 'Merrily Watson' series, 'The Tales Of The Otori' series, The Fifth Child, The 'Shadows Of The Apt' series, and Cloud Atlas. You should google them if they are unfamiliar to you, track down copies and read them. I would also heartilly recommend reading a short story by William Hope Hodgeson called The Derelict. It's about a 'ghost' sailing ship, yet has an old-world sci-fi vibe more in line with The Thing than The Fog. You can read it for free online but I particularly enjoyed the full audio dramatisation from Audio Comics in their Horrorscopes series. You should definitely give some of those a listen.

As a hobby, both Phil and Dion have been entering a Flash Fiction competition on the writer Lily Childs' blog. These are stories of no more than 100 words, so easy to flick through, tricky to write. As a tenuous link to encourage people to go take a look (and potentially join in) I offer you my own little genre blender 'Bete Noir.' We post our stories in the comments section, so you'll need to scrolls down the page to find it.

Finally, regarding Jeffrey Kacirk's Forgotten English calendar mentioned near the beginning of the podcast. The words I was supposed to fit in to conversation was 'Good Man's Croft.' You won't hear me getting it into conversation for technical reasons that I won't bore you with. The episode as a whole, though, may be considered to be a practical modern-day demonstration of the phrase.

Hopefully we'll meet some of you lovely people at the SFX Weekender in February. Until then, keep reading.

The Next Level - Episode 40

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 11:39:40 +0000

Join Amaechi, Barry and Ant in the first episode of 2012 where we look at the games announced for 2012 - from the big names like Mass Effect 3 and GTA 5 to the possible "under the radar" titles Never Dead and Spec Ops: The Line.

The guys also discuss the news - from Full title downloads to OnLive on the iPad.

Enjoy the show - and a Happy New Year from the Guys.

Tim and Max Solve All The Problems With Popular Culture: Episode 1 - Fear of Change

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 10:51:32 +0000

Tim and Max Solve All The Problems With Popular Culture is the newest podcast in the stable of winged horses that is the Geek Syndicate Network. The podcast aims to do exactly what it says on the tin - young bucks Tim Swann and Max Barnard identify a key area where popular geek culture falls down and then try and come up with some ways that both the creators and the audience can fix it.

In our first episode, we discuss fear of change, and how both the audience, the creators and their bosses all fall foul of this fear. In the course, we discuss the New 52 (because you haven't had enough of that yet!), panel shows, the joy of Star Trek XI and The Clone Wars TV Series, and why changing to include basic human decency might help everyone out.

Dissecting Worlds Series 5 Episode 6a - The Doctor and the Anti-leader (Part 1)

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:22:23 +0000

This month Kehaar and Matt step inside an incourgrous blue box with a friendly stranger in the form of Luke from the Hulk Cast, ECBT2000AD, The Trip and Moon Freight 3. In so doing they pour over the long and varied history of the Doctor - in fact so long and varied that they decide to take 2 episodes to take a look at it.

In this first episode so doing they look at:

The Grumpy Grandad and whose TARDIS is it anyway?

The trickster clown, the beauty/brains (and the brawn.)

The Dashing Dandy, The Master and the UNIT/Republican Security Force family.

Mad, bad and dangerous to know Tom and the unused Harry Sullivan

The Wet Vet and the TARDIS kindergarden

Saving the joys of Colin Baker and subsequent Doctors for the second installment.

So fob your granddaughter off on a passing resistance fighter, put down your recorder, stop working on that experiment and with a jelly baby in one hand and a stick of celery in the other enjoy our romp through leadership in the world of Doctor Who.

Check out all Lukes goodness here:

The link to Moon Freight 3 is http://moonfreight3.com

The Incredible Hulkcast is at http://www.comicbooknoise.com/hulk/

The Trip is at http://www.thetrippodcast.com/

And ECBT2000AD is at http://2000ad.wordpress.com/

And remember the excellent Geek Syndicates very own 'Time Lore' is reviewing the whole Doctor TV canon (and associated audios on the Geek Syndicate Network.'

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 131

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 20:45:00 +0000

For the first episode of 2012 Scott and Steve begin with a bit of news looking at some remarkable and bizarre stories from the geek world. For the main feature we look back on 2011 and briefly discuss some of the highlights before spending time discussing comics, movies and TV shows we are really looking forward to in 2012.

Don't forget our current book club selection - The Emperor's Knife by Mazarkis Williams. We will be talking about this book during a live episode on Saturday 18th February as part of a live 24 hour podcast to mark the official launch of GNR.

The Next Level Episode 39 - Merry Christmas Everyone.mp3

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 12:11:13 +0000

Jingle bells, jingles bells, jingle all the way......Merry Christmas everyone. It’s the final episode of the Next Level for 2011 and 3 Stooges....I mean 3 great hosts come together in this bumper episode to talk about the games we plan on spending our long Christmas holiday break playing. We also debate the ethics of cheating in gaming. Are their acceptable levels of cheating?

In this week’s news

Just Cause the movie
Xbox 360 dashboard update
GBA games coming to 3DS owner.....but who really plays these old game?
Naughty Dog reveals the Last of Us
Skyrim - Game of the Year or bug filled nightmare?
CoD player gets 14 year ban for cheating

We go all downloadable games as we review XBLA and PSN games Renegade Ops and Dead Nation

Dissecting Scrolls 2011

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 13:40:21 +0000

The twinkling lights are all up, there's a chill in the air, little boys and girls are starting to get excited and, somewhere in the distance, a jolly fat man is whipping his elves with a cat-o'-nine-tails to work Harder, damn them, Harder. It's nearly Christmas!

It is the season of good will to all men - even pedantic sods and giggling morons. It is also the season of binge eating and drunken arguements. (I think you know where I'm going here.) Yes! It's time, once more for the Gala of Games, the Bonanza of Banter, the Surfeit of Silliness that is our Christmas Cross-Over.

Warning: Explicit Content from the start

It's a more focussed event this year, with only three games, but what games they are!

Clover IS Nicholas Parsons in 'Just A Minute!' (complete with fishnet tights)
Matt IS Lord Alan Sidious, searching time, space and multiple realities for the next 'Sith Apprentice'
and
Kehaar IS that bloke from the radio who hosts Fighting Talk IN... 'Geeking Talk'

All three are ably assisted, undermined and irritated by Phil, Mattie and Dion.

LEARN - how to survive in a horror film

DISCOVER - the trans-sexual sensation that is The Wicked Witch of the West

GASP - at our ability to construct whole sentences under the influence and still sound convincing

WONDER - how these damn games are scored anyway and...

PONDER - just who is The Best.

Our Intro and Outro music has been kindly provided by John Anealio from Geek Dad. You can find his Christmas EP at www.johnanealio.com and loads more to boot.

Also included is a snippet from the fantastic 'It's Beginning To look A Lot Like Fish-Men' which you can hear in full at http://www.cthulhulives.org and also purchase the full 'A Very Scary Solstice' albums.

You may also notice The March Of The Knights music from Romeo and Juliet. It sounds an awfully lot like the music from The Apprentice but I'm pretty sure that's just a coincidence. (Ahem.)

Any other singing is lamentable and should be born with grace and sympathy. It is Christmas after all...

Dissecting Worlds Series 5 Episode 4: Buffy the Vampire Slayer

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:45:27 +0000

This week, standing against the Vampires, Demons and forces and Darkness, the Dissecting Duo Delve into the Buffyverse, looking at the leadership (and otherwise) of the forces of Light and Darkness as they struggle over the Hellmouth.

Subjects Covered:

- Who is in charge of the Scoobies? and who should be?

- Why does Giles keep getting bashed on the head, and why doesn't buy a tin hat?

- Is the Master a proponent of Scientific Management?

- Is the Mayor the best leader in the Buffyverse?

- Middle Management at Wolfram and Hart

- What are the Watchers Council actually for?

and much more!

Comments to dissectingworlds@yahoo.co. uk or harass us at @theGrampus for Matt or @clarkythecruel for Kehaar or for plain unadulterated pod news @DissectingWrlds

Timelore Addendum Episode 3

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 09:00:00 +0000

Here we are again, just in time for christmas.

In this episode Ant and I explore Frostfire & The Suffering two audio adventures featuring companions vicki and steven, read by the original actors, Maureen O'Brien and Peter Purves.

I then have a chat with the multifaceted Barnaby Edwards - This guy was the dalek operator in the Christopher Eccleston adventure entitled Dalek and has been in every dalek episode since. He also writes, acts, directs and produces many Big Finish stories.

Find out which BF story is his favourite, what he thinks of the new dalek design and wether dalek operaters have a harder time than R2D2

http://www.barnaby-edwards.com/

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 130

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 12 Dec 2011 17:51:46 +0000

Welcome to the last CBO of 2011! Discussed in the episode:

The Cabin in the Woods

Anne McCaffrey

David Eick's new AMC show

Homeland coming to Channel 4

Gary Oldman discussed Batman 4

Non-Marvel Marvel films

For the main feature Scott spoke with the writer and creator of The Vessel of Terror a fantastic new graphic novel from Markosia.

Remember our current book club selection (to be discussed in February) is The Emperors Knife by Mazarkis Williams. CBO will be back in the new year, happy holidays!

Book Club - Ender's Game

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:27:35 +0000

In this episode of the book club we talk about Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card. Scott and Steve discuss the main themes of the book and focus on aspects of the story including the Battle School, Ender's transformation, manipulation, his siblings and also the comic book adaptation by Marvel Comics. The book has been optioned for a movie and now it seems as if it is moving ahead into production which we also touch on briefly and how we think it will compare to the book and comic book. Make sure you pick up a copy of the next book club selection which is The Emperor's Knife by Mazarkis Williams from Joe Fletcher Books. We will be talking about this book on Saturday Feb 18th during a live 24 hour podcast and listeners will have the ability to join the discussion during this special episode.

The Next Level - Episode 38

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 02 Dec 2011 12:16:05 +0000

Join The Dynamic Duo, and some chap called Barry as they discuss the latest goings on in the world of gaming. This episode is packed with first look reviews of Uncharted 3, Modern Warfare 3, Skyrim and Barry reviews The Adventures of Tin-Tin in Full.

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 128

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 20:25:03 +0000

Scott and Steve kick off with the usual news - and it's not all good! After that they take a look at some of the very best non-genre shows out there and discuss some of their biig TV highlights of the last 20 years.

Remember that the next episode in two weeks time is the book club discussion of 'Enders Game' by Orson Scott Card. If you've read it then be sure to get your feedback in to any of the usual places.

News:

DC Universe Online

DC New 52 Trade Policy

Snow White and the Huntsman

Marvel digital download codes

SyFy's new development slate

Dissecting Worlds Series 5 Episode 4: Aslan and other Gods

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 15 Nov 2011 08:09:07 +0000

This month we wander through the Wardrobe of Geek Analysis to the magical land of Narnia. Joined by Timothy Swann of the Psycomedia (and others!) podcast, we plunge into the frozen wastes of fantasy godhood in the shape of everyone’s favourite Divine Lion.

Subjects Covered:

- Lewis vs Tolkien, the Inklings, and parallel development

- His Dark Materials, Phillip Pullman and unintended messages

- Creation and Management of your own universe

- The Merits of Biting your enemy on the face over turning the cheek

- Leaders as Servants

- The Space Trilogy and Middle Earth Time Travel!

- And Much More!

Arthur C Clarke was of course a member of the British Interplanetary Society, a group of writers and engineers who were closely involved in the early British Space Program and Blue Streak Program in the 1950s/1960s. He never helped out the Doctor or battled alien ghosts at Hobb's end.(To our knowledge...)

The Charity EP Tim mentions is here: http://www.musicglue.net/ purereasonrevolution/ and he has been kind enough to post his intimidating 13 pages of notes here: https://docs.google.com/ document/d/1UrXvqMlrIA_N6fUy- BwlM_lUpNeuHUo99tDP-qyXNPw/ edit
He is also on twitter @tetrachangel and Psycomedia is a quick google away.

Comments to dissectingworlds@yahoo.co.uk or harass us at @theGrampus for Matt or @clarkythecruel for Kehaar or for plain unadulterated pod news @DissectingWrlds

The Next Level Episode 37 - The Golden Joystick Winners

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 13:54:49 +0000

This week in the news we have:

Rainbow 6 Patriots & Grand Theft Auto 5 announced
Mass Effect 3 gets 3 single player game modes
US Gamer spends $1,725 to get Modern Warfare 3 three days early
Ant rants about DLC being on retail game disks
DC Universe Online goes free to play

In our feature, Ant and Amaechi discuss the winners from the Golden Joystick Awards and give their first impressions on Battlefield 3 and Batman Arkham City.

Geek Syndicate - The Series Finale

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 12:33:04 +0000

So this is it folks after five years and nearly 200 episodes the series finale of the weekly podcast that is Geek Syndicate is here.

For the last episode we threw out thoughts of planning and went out as we came in with a bottle of whisky and to quote Dr Jones 'making it up as we go'.

Enjoy and remember it's only the weekly podcast that is ending all the podcast on teh GS network will still be going as will the GS website. We will also still be doing audio interviews and features for the GS website as well as out new monthly project which will be annouced during this episode.

Thanks to everyone out there who has supported the weekly podcast over the last five years!

We out!

SO FOR ONE LAST TIME.... GET YER GEEK ON NINJAS!!!

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 127

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 08 Nov 2011 23:28:00 +0000

In this episode we start with a longer news and reviews section than usual before getting on to our main. Just a quick reminder of our current book club selection. We're discussing Ender's Game on Monday 28th November, so send in your feedback via the forums or email before then, and also send in suggestions for the next book club selection.

In the news section we discuss the increasing number of comic book conventions in the UK and new conventions already planned for 2012. We talk about new movies, forthcoming comic book movies and some planned sequels in movies and comic books.

For our main feature we interview independent comic book creator Terry Moore who is the creator, writer and artist of series including Strangers in Paradise, Echo and the new ongoing series Rachel Rising. Terry discusses the possibility of plans for something new from SIP, we look back at Echo and look ahead to what is to come with Rachel Rising.

Scrolls Book Group: A Song Of Ice And Fire

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 05:15:19 +0000

Scrolls Book Group: A Song Of Ice And Fire

In which we try to harness George RR Martin's vast, fiery beast as it spawls triumphantly across the gems of modern Fantasy. From the very first book, A Game Of Thrones, this series has proven to be one of those compulsive reads that ignite the passions of a whole generation of readers, reaching far beyond the traditional boundaries of genre preference.

Joining us for the podcast are returning special guests Matt - The Grampus from Dissecting Worlds, and Carey - she of the Two-Monkeys from Geektress.

We tackle the books one by one and focus on a particular theme for each. There are Major plot spoilers throughout and we do skip back and forth between books on occasion, so we strongly recommend that you only listen to this episode once you have finished reading Book 5: A Dance With Dragons.

Warning: contains gratuitous boobies.

[more....]

Amongst the many items up for discussion are: Whose fault is it anyway, Why should you never bring your mum to work, Feuds and the Feudal system, Alternative weapons of war, Cers Ei Coyote, What's eating Red R'hllor, and The ignominous fate of bastards.

In order to do the series justice we've recorded a far longer episode than usual - but never fear! For those of you who prefer your podcasts in bite-sized chunks we have divided the episode up into approximately half-hour segments with a musical cue from the stunning HBO television series to seperate them.

The start times and themes for each section are as follows:-

2m 41s - A Game Of Thrones: Secrets
32m 57s - A Clash Of Kings: War
59m 14s - A Storm Of Swords: Betrayal
1h 28m 30s - A Feast For Crows: Religion and Magic
1h 53m 10s - A Dance With Dragons: Use of Power

If you feel inspired to carry on the conversation, come and join in on the Geek Syndicate Discussion Boards on Facebook.
Other ways you can interact with us include e-mail: scrolls@hotmail.co.uk and twitter: @scrollscast or the comments section below.

Links mentioned in the show include the foody site for Westerosi dishes, innatthecrossroads.com and the article from Tiger Beatdown about how creepy George RR Martin is.

What are you doing still reading this blather? Click on the linky-links and start listening!

Enjoy.

Q!PAW Episode 6

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 03 Nov 2011 23:24:00 +0000

47 mins, 42 secs

The Panelologists talk recent comics news and play that well known game, ''Who is better? Green Lantern or The Hulk?''

They also visit Stan Lee's new Kid's Universe and once again look forward to X-Men and Point One (a bit).

Comic Book Outsiders 126

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 17:19:07 +0000

Get ready to do the time-warp as Scott and Steve talk about some of their favourite time travel TV shows and movies! Remember our current book club selection is Enders Game by Orson Scott Card. You have plenty of time to pick up a copy and tell us what you think.

This weeks news:

Raise money for charity whilst buying comics

Punisher comes to TV

Vertigo goes day and date

BSG Movie

Misfits remake

Mark Millar - a one man industry

Much Ado About Joss Whedon

Small Press Big Mouth - Episode 34

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 11:28:24 +0000

Welcome to Episode 34 of Small Press Big Mouth, with tons of news and a veritable shitload of reviews! We talk Villianous, Bearmaggedon, Emily Carroll, Unbelievable, Dark Judgement 2, Rachel Rising, Big Bang #2, Transient Man, Dr WTF?! and ZOOAD. Man, reviews are packed like a can of sardines in here like (though I think that smell is Lee!) Enjoy people and keeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeep reading (comics)!

Q!PAW Episode 5

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 19 Oct 2011 21:30:00 +0000

42 mins, 39 secs

Finally the panelologists first issues of the new 52 have arrived! Hooray!

They also talk about Fear Itself, some other issue 1s (including Brilliant) and they look forward to new Uncanny X-Men and Wolverine and the X-Men.

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 125

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 21:13:44 +0000

In the epic 125th episode Scott and Steve kick off with the usual mix of comic book, movie, TV and geek culture news. They discuss amongst other things, some of the comic book news coming out of the recent New York Comic Con, the return of some favourite TV shows and some exciting movies that are in development.

For the main feature we discuss TV shows that went on for too long, those were past their prime and yet they kept going and they outlived their welcome. This is the episode where we stop being so positive for once.

Dissecting Worlds Series 5 ep 3: Captain America

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 03:56:46 +0000

This month the Cap and Falcon of Social Science in Geek podcasting get to grips with one of the most famous Team Leaders in Superherodom; Captain America:

In a Marvel-ous (and occasionally DC-ous) journey they look at:

- Attractiveness and Charisma

- Wearing the Flag

- Ugly Patriotisim - Comedian and Ultimates Cap

- Super Teams as Rock bands

- Super Teams as Sports Teams

- Captain America's Leadership Skill Set
- The Ego Management problems of playing with the big boys
As well as the usual sidetracking into some strange and bizarre areas.

And much more!

Comments to dissectingworlds@yahoo.co. uk or harass us at @theGrampus for Matt or @clarkythecruel for Kehaar or for plain unadulterated pod news @DissectingWrlds

The Next Level - Episode 36 Eurogamer Expo Special

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 03:40:00 +0000

Join Amaechi, Ant and later on Barry as they discuss the latest in gaming news, Gears of War 3 and look at some of the forthcoming releases.

Also this episode, get our thoughts from the Eurogamer Expo and Barry interviews the Product Manager for OnLive and a tester on the forthcoming title Binary Domain.

NOTE: Amaechi's India trip is now postponed until February, but any donations are still welcome.

Good Morning Geekdom - Episode 11 Take Two

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 19:04:56 +0000

*It seems for some reason the last time the episode was put live there was a problem which meant we lost the episode. Hopefully the problem has been fixed...apologies all!

You thought we were finished, kaput, all done bar the shouting but you were wrong. Iz and Barry are back with a vengeance (a very positive vengeance) bringing you their positive outlook on the world of geekdom.

Geek Syndicate - Episode 192

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 19:01:11 +0000

On this the penultimate episode of the Geek Syndicate weekly podcast Dave and Barry are joined by Scott Grandison, the co-host of Comic Book Outsiders to talk all things geek.

News

Dragon Age the web series, It's coming, River Song and Gwen Cooper team up for SFX Weekender 3 and we meet the man who's paying a forture to be a real life Superman

Week That Was

Ringer, thefades, Terranova, Brillant, Ultimate Spiderman, Teen Titans #1, Superman #1, I Vampire, Aquaman #1 and Blue Beetle #1

Q!PAW Episode 4

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 05 Oct 2011 20:21:00 +0000

43 mins, 58 secs

The Panelologists have finally read some more new 52 and it would appear that Matt's got a favourite.

They also discuss the upcoming London Super Comic Convention as Jons putts Matt's comic book knowledge to the test.

Book Club - Horns by Joe Hill

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 16:40:50 +0000

In this episode of the book club we discuss Horns by Joe Hill. The book follows the transformation of Ig whilst exploring his past and the murder of Merrin for which he was blamed, but never convicted.

Our next book club selection is Ender's Game by Orson Scott Card. We will be discussing the book on Monday 28th November 2011 so be sure to get your comments in. Contact information is available at the end of the show as usual.

Geek Syndicate Episode 191 - Merlin Series 4 Special with Julian Jones

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 29 Sep 2011 07:29:45 +0000

In this special episode Barry talks to Juilan Jones, the co- creator and writer of BBC's Merlin. The chat includes what fans can expect from series four and what we can expect from all the characters, both old and new.

Julian spends some time looking back on some of his fave moments of series three and even before that. Theres is talk of the impact writing series four with the knowledge of the show being renewed of a fifth series. After answering some fan questions Julian tackles the subject of the Merlin film news and more.

Enjoy!

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 123

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 27 Sep 2011 22:04:00 +0000

In this episode Scott and Steve kick off with a mix of TV, comics and movie news. They discuss the continuing juggernaut that is DC comics 52 relaunch of all their ongoing titles and how they have found it so far.

For the main feature there is an interview with comics and TV writer, Jay Faerber. We discuss his new ongoing series from Image comics, Near Death. Issue 1 was released on Wed 21st September and we also discuss how he got started in comics and his recent TV work as a staff writer on the new TV show, Ringer.

Scrolls Chapter 16: LOVE, Love, love

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 04:59:53 +0000

In which our star crossed crew set sail to explore the mmm-agical... mmm-ysterious... and mmm-agnificent [Barry White - Hit It!] 'world of LO-o-O-O-o-O-o-O-O-o-O-O-o- OVE.'
[Oh, yeah - now put it in the background... just like that, baby... OOH!... Yeah...]

This episode we talk a bit about torrid and horrid teen fiction, from Twilight to - well, we don't get much further on that part to be honest. Mattie is obsessed.
Stepping away from the soppy stuff we touch on themes of profound friendship, burning passion and doomed love before finally getting down and dirty (and giggling a lot) with a big talk about sex. [Oh yeah, baby]

Along the way we also find ourselves discussing inter-genre snobbery, unusual sexual positions, beetle licking and cinema snack-food.

Near the start we mention a new podcast called Filmsploitation, run by a good friend of ours, Mr Phil Hobden. I heartily recommend you check them out.

Beware: Contains euphamisms and really scary mental images. This podcast could scar you. For life.

Q!PAW Episode 3

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 16:37:00 +0000

39 mins, 40 secs

The Panelologists try to negotiate the moral maze of comics and there are two great quizes which you can play along at home. What fun!!

Also, Matt spoils Detective Comics issue 1 and Ched makes another appearance.

The Next Level Special - Eurogamer Expo 2011 Preview

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 06:37:36 +0000

Join Ant and Amaechi in this special episode where they interview Tom Champion the Community and Eurogamer Expo Manager as they preview the upcoming Eurogamer Expo. We discuss what attendees can expect from this years event, the stand out developer sessions and the major exclusives including PSVita and OnLive. Tom also gives he's views on GAMEfest, the rival gaming expo that launched this year one week before Eurogamer.

Geek Syndicate - Episode 190

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 19:46:32 +0000

Welcome to Episode 190 of Geek Syndicate. Join Barry and Dave as they once more guide you through the murky underbelly of Geekdom.

News: Oxicomics launches it's new digital comics distribution service, A canadian production company to bring us Primeval:New World,Bow to the Lego Star Destroyer and Shelock Holmes comes to TV...again.

Week that was: Fallen Skies, Torchwood: Miracle Day, We take a look at some of the new number one's from DC and Battle for LA

Main: We revisit the topic of remakes and reboots

Enjoy

Small Press Big Mouth - Episode 33

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 06:54:03 +0000

Stacey and Lee are back in the podcasting saddle again! Woo hoo I hear you say - or something like that anyway. In this extra long episode they cover a whole host of news from the small and independent press and review; Those Of No Class, Jennifer Wilde, Hildafolk, Rachel Rising, Predators and Sugar Glider #2. It's good to be back!

Dissecting Worlds Series 5 Episode 2 - Star Trek Captains and Captaincy

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 20:24:14 +0000

This month a hen-pecked trio of Matt, Kehaar and Special Guest Barry of Geek Syndicate and Unseen Shadows fame tackle the leaders of the Star Trek universe - starship captains.

-Marvel at the brains of Kirk

-Wonder at the diplomacy of Picard

-Exclaim at the fully rounded nature of Sisco

- (And we also discuss Janeway and Archer)

There are side ambles into Babylon 5, Galactica, Stargate Universe, Burn Notice and Magnum PI. As spod discussions do they don't get more old school than this one served with that Dissecting Worlds blend of herbs & spices on a stottie and a side dish of half 'n' half.

Comments to dissectingworlds@yahoo.co.uk or harass us at @theGrampus for Matt or @clarkythecruel for Kehaar or for plain unadulterated pod news @DissectingWrlds

Barry's Unseen Shadows universe can be found here: www.unseenshadows.com and is well worth a visit. His mild mannered opinions can also be enjoyed in the extensive Geek Syndicate podcast back catalogue.

The Next Level - Episode 35

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 18:51:46 +0000

Amaechi, Barry and Ant delve into the latest happenings in the gaming world and also take a look at the forthcoming gamut of Autumn games. Ant and Barry also compare notes on Deus Ex: Human Revolution.

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 122

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 06:02:58 +0000

In this episode we kick off with a quick reminder about our current Book Club selection which is Horns by Joe Hill from Gollancz. We will be speaking about this on Monday October 3rd, so you need to get your feedback in before 30th September. The comic book news this week, as it has for the last few, has been dominated by the new DC 52 relaunch, and we spend a little time talking about our impressions of the comic books released so far. We also discuss some TV, computer game and movie news.

For our main feature we discuss TV shows that were cut short before they had a real chance to flourish. A lot of shows are cancelled early, but how many of them were really decent and how many of them deserved a second or third series. Scott and Steve offer their suggestions and there are quite a few surprises.

Q!PAW Episode 2

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 13:52:00 +0000

37 mins, 04 secs

The Panelologists have got the new DCU 52 out of the way so now it's time to talk Marvel and TMNT.

Matt writes a letter and Jon spoils Fear Itself.

Additional Music by Dr. Rubberfunk

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 121

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 17:49:34 +0000

After the usual News and Reviews Scott and Steve settle down to challenge each other to check out some new comics. Who will win in the eternal struggle to persuade each other, and you, to pick up their new favourite comics at the moment. Tune in to find out!

Q!PAW Episode 1

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 12:45:00 +0000

39 mins, 00 secs

The Panelologists return to talk about Flashpoint issue 5 and the new Justice League issue 1.

Just like everybody else.

The Next Level - Episode 34

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 14:54:24 +0000

This time, Amaechi and Antony look at some of the news coming out of Gamescom and PAX before reviewing Call of Juarez: The Cartel and offering some first impressions of Deus Ex: Human Revolution. Finally, we see the return of the "forthcoming releases segment".

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 120

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 23 Aug 2011 22:10:00 +0000

In this episode Scott and Steve kick off with some news and reviews, looking back over the comic book movies from 2011 and what's ahead in 2012. We talk about The Walking Dead season 2, the rumoured return of a great TV, new comics and new TV shows based on comics.

For our main feature we talk to Pete Rogers the co-founder of Orang-utan comics and the writer of The Interactives from Markosia comics. We talk about the genesis of The Interactives and the main themes in the graphic novel. For a free 16 page preview of The Interactives visit www.markosia.com

Scrolls Middle Earth Special Pt 3: Adaptations and The Tolkien Professor

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:21:12 +0000

Caught up in an orcstasy of hobbit-love, the Scrolls team talked so long into the night that an entire section of Chapter 8 had to be cut for fear of Melting Your Brains. Well... it's too late now, obviously, so as Scrolls is taking a short break this month we thought we would share the last of our late night ramblings with you.

This then, is the Previously Unreleased third part of our Middle Earth Special in which we talk Adaptations - games, plays, movies, music and models.
Not only that, ladies and gentlemen but we have Additional Bonus Content excavated for you from the dusty archives of Nargothrond. Shortly after the inaugural Festival-In-The-Shire event last year Clover nabbed a skype chat with one of the guests, Professor Corey Olsen. Wary of overburdening you with Tolkienalia at the time, it was eventually decided to shelve this interview - but now you can hear it in its entirety. Tune in and let the Tolkien Professor fix your melted brains.

If you like what you hear you can download his podcasts free of charge here.

Intro/Outro music is, as ever provided by Steadman. I have also used a snippet from Howard Shore's wonderful soundtrack to The Return Of The King in order to seperate the two sections of the podcast

Dissecting Worlds: Series 5-1 King Arthur and Leadership

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 17 Aug 2011 18:07:53 +0000

This month the DW duo of Kehaar and Matt try to get to grips with leadership in the slippery form of King Arthur. In a wide ranging discussion they look at such versions of Arthur as:

TV’s Merlin (BBC series) and Camelot (Starz series.)

Film’s Excalibur and First Knight

The History of the Kings of Britain by Geoffrey of Monmouth

Marion Zimmer Bradley’s Mists of Avalon

TH White’s entire Once and Future King series

Bernard Cornwell’s Warlord series

Lord Alfred Tennyson’s poetry

D’Morte D’Arthur by Sir Thomas Mallory

& in the process they invoke:

SunTsu’s The Art of War

John Adair’s Action Centred Leadership model

Former English Cricket Captain & Psychoanalyst Mike Brearley’s ‘The Art of Captaincy.’

And fall out over Vikings !

For podcast specific news follow @DissectingWrlds on twitter. Kehaar can be followed @Clarkythecruel by suckers for punishment and @theGrampus is Matt.

Book Club - Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 16 Aug 2011 18:41:07 +0000

In this episode of the book club we talk about Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep by Philip K Dick - inspiration for the movie Blade Runner. Scott and Steve discuss the major themes of the book, including empathy, emotions and humanity. Despite feeling relatively lukewarm about the book it raises a number of interesting questions. Be sure to pick up the next book club suggest, 'Horns' by Joe Hill.

Geek Syndicate - Episode 189

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 19:02:05 +0000

Welcome to Episode 189 of Geek Syndicate. Join Barry and Dave as they once more guide you through the murky underbelly of Geekdom.

News JLA #1 Gets it's final cover, White collar looks out fo it's audience,Zeith rant and Agent Coulson gets his won short film.

Week that was: Fallin Skies, Captain America and Vixen: Return of the Lion.

Main we tackle the thorny subject of the spiderman and perry white casting and race in general

As mentioned in the episode head over to Cy Dethan's site for pre-ordering on The Indifference Engine and Broadcast: The TV Doodles of Henry Flint for Thought Bubble 2011

Scrolls Author Interviews: Twisted Tales From Hellbound Hearts

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 17:42:35 +0000

Kehaar recently attended a Twisted Tales panel event on the works of Clive Barker and - going above and beyond the call of duty - managed to snag a few minutes with all of the authors involved for Scrolls and all you listeners out there.

Authors/editors interviewed are Marie O'Reagan, Paul Kane (who's own interview with Clive Barker can be found by clicking here), Mark Morris and the legendary Ramsey Campbell

For more information about this and future Twisted Tales events please visit their website at http://twistedtalesevents. blogspot.com/
To hear Kehaar whittering on about the social sciences in science fiction, horror and fantasy across the full spectrum of media, check out Dissecting Worlds here on the Geek Syndicate Network. He can also be found on Twitter @Clarkythecruel (if you are a real glutton for punishment.)

The Next Level – Episode 33

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 07:05:00 +0000

Amaechi returns after Sky and EPOCH colluded to take him out but, but he’ll be having the last laugh with his new super-fast BT Infinity fibre broadband.......OnLive anyone?

In the news

Brink and Red Dead Redemption are getting new DLC
The Penguin and Solomon Grundy join the cast of Batman Arkham City
Nintendo’s 3DS gets a price slash while the Nintendo’s President slashes his own salary
Microsoft announces the new super cool R2D2/C-3PO Star Wars Kinect special edition Xbox 360
Steam gets competition for downloadable games from EA and Amazon.

In a new slot the boys discuss their first impressions of games they are currently playing namely Shadow of the Damned and LA Noir.

Trailer Trash Two: Episode 4

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 06:55:10 +0000

Welcome to The Trailer Trash Two: Episode 4. This time the boys talk about Swords and sorcery, James Bond and Indiana Jones, talking dogs and Jessica Alba in leather, monsters and kids, load of apes and the trailer voice over man missing from our lives.

You can catch all the trailers mentioned on the episode with the links below so you can watch with us.

Cowboys and Aliens http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=In-m2RJw3hE

Rise of the Planet of the Apes http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=28Z_D9Grh18

Conan http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=ptC_KlAP_Ko

Spy Kids 4 http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=d-R8jpQb2OE

Super 8 http://www.youtube.com/watch? v=tCRQQCKS7go

Timelore Episode 4

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 02 Aug 2011 17:16:42 +0000

Welcome to Epsidoe 4 of Timelore in which the team explore the following episodes from Season 2

This month's outro music is Dr Who in dub courtesy of Smerins Anti social Club.

Also if anyone can work out why a good reason why Alexis should mention root vegetables we would be most appreciative.

Apologies for the sound quality of this episode.

Please send us comments to watchers@timelore.co.uk or follow us on twitter at www.twitter.com/time_lore

Waiting For The Trade - Episode 109 - Chaos War & Justice League: Cry For Justice

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 22:07:11 +0000

It's a slightly silly Episode 109 as we Cry for Justice, and War with Chaos!

- Anthropomorphic personification

- Interesting...meaning dull

- A dissertation on entropy and chaos

- Waiting for the Ang

- Justice!

- Thingy Choi

- Justice!

- An absence of Jeebus

- Aspiring to Supergirl

- The Infinity War

- "I've never fed goose liver to a gorilla in Paris"

Visit our new review blog at http://waitingforthetrade.wordpress.com/ where you'll find reviews of other things we've been reading which haven't made it onto the podcast.

You can contact us at waitingforthetrade@gmail.com and via our forum at http://www.thecomicforums.com/ (just look for Waiting For The Trade!). And remember you can call us and leave a voicemail via Skype or on +44 117 230 8055!

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 118

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:50:27 +0000

This episode Scott is still away on his overseas adventure, so Steve is joined by Gavin Pugh to discuss the new 52 relaunch/reboot of all DC comics ongoing monthly series. There is also a brief news and reviews section covering some of the big news stories that have come out of San Diego Comic Con this month. Don't forget out current book club selection, Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? which we will be discussing when Scott returns in August.

Scrolls Chapter 15: Gods 'n' Sods

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 04:41:36 +0000

In which we step tentatively into the ethereal realm to mull over the function of religion in fictional worlds and how it can mirror our own. Along the way we poke a few holes in the fabric of reality, prod a few demons and deities with sticks to see what thet're made of, make wild and ill-conceived generalisations about how religions begin and, well, generally invite the wrath of the most powerful beings in the universe.

Actually, thinking about it we've already had their wrath reteroactively. Clover is missing for the first bit due to unholy technical difficulties, but there's plenty of waffle(s) to go around. Join us as we hit upon Holy social networking, the most popular reason for time-travel, artistic baby recycling, the function of flab in prehistoric man, alternative uses for disabled toilets and Much, Much more...

(No Gods were harmed in the making of this podcast.)

Geek Syndicate - Episode 188

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Sun, 24 Jul 2011 12:29:45 +0000

Welcome to Episode 188 of Geek Syndicate. Join Barry and Dave as they once more guide you through the murky underbelly of Geekdom.

News

Geek Syndicate- the weekly podcast to end in Septemner, Marvel annouce Season one, Ukomics working on UK alternative to the Previews Magazine, Empire Presents the Big Screen and the Zombie Shotgun.

Week that was

Human Target, Torchwood: Miracle Day, Alphas, Falling Skies, Limitless, Trailer talk and rants galore!

BETA FLIGHT Episode 3 "An Ill-Timed Affair"

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 22:59:24 +0000

BETA FLIGHT

Episode 3

"An Ill-Timed Affair"

by Alan White

Welcome to Beta Flight Mach 5! Little did you know it would be your LAST DAY as a superhero!

Starring in this production were the voice talents of
Mark Kalita as BLACKTHORN
Mike Sims as ROUTER
Adam Legend as ARC
Mike Winters as MACH 5
M.J. Cogburn as WOLF-GIRL
Rebecca Womack as BLUE LOTUS
Raphael Suhu as AIRWOLF
David A. Krause as JITTER
Lane DeLuna as FRITZ
Steven Jay Cohen as SURGE
Ashley Uhl as UPLOAD
Aaron Einhorn as PATRIARCH
Damaris Mannering as SHADOW SWORD!
With Steven Jay Cohen as Your Announcer

The music featured in this episode;
Original “Tech Support” theme score by David A. Krause.
Beta Flight’s theme song, “No Compromise” by Pitbull Daycare
Permission obtained by Ken McLaughlin

Title Graphic by Adam Ledzion
Post production was done by Alan White.

Comic Book Outsiders Episode 117

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Wed, 20 Jul 2011 06:08:00 +0000

In this special episode while Scott is away, Steve is joined by a guest co-host, Stacey Whittle from the podcast Small Press, Big Mouth. Both Stacey and Steve are enormous fans of the Dresden Files novels by Jim Butcher. Just ahead of the release of latest book in the series, Ghost Story, they look back across the series talking about favourite moments, characters, events and how its main character, Harry Dresden, and the series have evolved. This episode has a lot of spoilers about the series to date. We also discuss some other urban fantasy series towards the end and make a few recommendations.

Don't forget our current book club selection is Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick and we will be discussing it on the show in August after Scott returns. Send in your feedback and comments at any time, as well as your suggestions for the next book club selection.

Geek Syndicate - Episode 187

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 04:57:25 +0000

Welcome to Episode 187 of Geek Syndicate. Join Barry and Dave as they once more guide you through the murky underbelly of Geekdom.

News

Dr Who comes to Facebook and we introduce you to Lady Sabre

Week that was

Fear Itself,Flashpoint,The Interactives,Primeval and Hawaii Five 0

Main

We take a look at apocalyptic scenarios in Film, TV books and comics

GS App

15 page preview of The Interactives

Dissecting Worlds S4 Ep 7: Conclusions

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 18 Jul 2011 04:47:07 +0000

Once again flying without guests, our heroic duo attempt to wrap up the Gender and Sexuality series with our usual free-roaming, if slightly skewed, gaze. This episode:

- We discuss whether Batman would make a good Princess
- Matt clarifies his Twilight Thoughtcrimes
- Kehaar finally gets to express some love for "Legend of the Seeker"
- What do Game of Thrones and Harry Potter have in common on the subject of Love?
- The Moonlighting Problem and genre-fictions novel approaches to getting around it.

All this plus audio contributions from listeners and your email comments raised!

Feedback, as ever, appreciated to

email to: dissectingworlds@yahoo.co.uk or
twitter Matt @theGrampus or Kehaar @Clarkythecruel
or use the new discussion boards at the Geeksyndicate facebook page http://www.facebook.com/ #!/geeksyndicate

Kehaar’s game related musings can be found here http://clarkythecruel. wordpress.com/ and his current RPG campaign here http://alfiesantics. wordpress.com/

Matt’s literary reviews are on the Geek Syndicate site (http://www.geeksyndicate.co. uk/) under the Tolkien Gestures column and he also rambles at length at http:// ramblingsoftheeasilydistracted .blogspot.com/

The Next Level - Episode 32

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Tue, 12 Jul 2011 13:35:34 +0000

Join the Ant and Barry (Amaechi is missing thanks to a global consipracy of Sky and EPOCH) as they discuss the forthcoming Eurogamer Expo, the forthcoming OnLive and other news before moving onto questions from Twitter where they discuss what makes a game replayable.

This episode, the guys storm through four games in Buy, Rent, Avoid - Thor, Rainbow 6: Vanguard on Apple Devices, Ocarina of Time on the 3DS and Brink.

Timelore Addendum episode 2

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 12:02:57 +0000

Welcome back to Timelore addendum the podcast that seeks to expore the Bg Finish adventures centered around the tv episodes being reviewed in the main timelore episodes.

In this episode David and Ant review Quinnis (the adventure set immeadiately before the 1st ever Dr Who eisode on TV). We also review Here there be Monsters both of these stories read by Carole Ann Ford.

The 2nd half of the episode is an interview with Tony Lee, author of the peter Davidson Big Finish adventure - 'The Rat Trap' and author of IDW publishings ongoing Dr Who comic.

Tony talks to us about writing Dr Who in 2 mediums, explores how much fandom you can let lek into your writing, explains IDW's relationship to the BBC and gives lots of advice for freelance writers.

Check out Tony's website here - Tony Lee

You can buy Rat Trap - here on the Big Finish website

You can also check out Tony's Dr who comics on the IDW website

Enjoy and join us for the next episode of Timelore where we review the 2nd half of season 2, which includes the adventures - The Crusade, The space Museum, The chase and The Time Meddler

Waiting For The Trade - Episode 108 - Zatanna: Mistress of Magic & Grimm Fairy Tales Vol 1

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 19:04:00 +0000

Spooky times continue in Episode 108 as we review DC's first Zatanna trade and the first volume of Zenescope's Grimm Fairy Tales.

Featuring:

- Going once...going twice...going supernatural

- Squeaker

- Pots!

- Perspicacity Eludes Me

- Pasta shapes...or not

- Fishcoats

- A discussion on 4th base

- Disneyfication

- The littlest hobo...but hotter

Visit our review blog at http://waitingforthetrade.wordpress.com/ where you'll find reviews of other things we've been reading which haven't made it onto the podcast.

You can contact us at waitingforthetrade@gmail.com and via our forum at http://www.thecomicforums.com/ (just look for Waiting For The Trade!)

Geek Syndicate - Episode 186

mail@comicspodcasts.co.uk (UKCPG) — Fri, 08 Jul 2011 13:13:29 +0000

Welcome to Episode 186 of Geek Syndicate. Join Barry and Dave as they once more guide you through the murky underbelly of Geekdom

News

The Hobbit images get release.

Sony announces no more updates to the PSN Comics store

Batman Year one news

Week That Was

The Abnormals

Gladstone's School for World Conquerors

Shield 1- 6

The Fantastic Four - Countdown to Casualty

The Adjustment Bureau

Green Lantern the movie

Caprica

Stargate Universe