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Fanbase Press' flagship podcast discussing the top geek news stories of the week! Part of the Fanbase Press Podcast Network.
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Aug 14, 2023

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Dan Martin (lead writer - Star Trek: Resurgence) and Gabe Cheng (writer - Requiem in Relke) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including why understanding the '90s comics boom may prevent us from repeating the collapse, how a study in attraction to monsters explains SO much, and why Marvel's VFX workers voted to unionize

Aug 11, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Desirée Proctor (writer – Fanbase Press’ Nuclear Power, Telltale Games’ The Walking Dead: Michonne, Peacock’s Lopez vs. Lopez) and Paul Pakler (co-host - Paul and Corey Cross the Streams, Quality Time with Family Ties, actor & dialect coach - The Katniss Chronicles) participate in a thorough discussion regarding The Hunger Games: Catching Fire (2013) in light of the film's 10th anniversary, with topics including the film's themes of class division and warfare, how the plot and themes relate to the current struggles and injustices in our own world, the film's portrayal of the effects of experiencing violent trauma, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for The Hunger Games: Catching Fire abound in this panel discussion!)

Aug 9, 2023

A very special Fanbase Feature! At San Diego Comic-Con 2023, Fanbase Press Editor-in-Chief Barbra Dillon moderated the “Hey, That’s Just Like Me! When Superheroes Represent Their Readers” panel (originally recorded on Saturday, July 22, 2023) during which Jordan Hart (writer, Ripple Effects), David M. Booher (writer, Killer Queens), John Jennings (writer, Silver Surfer: Ghost Light), Ashley V. Robinson (writer, Jupiter Jet), and Jen Troy (writer, Assassin G) participated in a thoughtful conversation about why it is important that the superheroes in comic books become more representative of their diverse readership, demonstrating examples of mainstream and independent comics which have made positive strides towards reflecting today’s society in their creators, stories, and characters.

Aug 8, 2023

A very special Fanbase Feature! At San Diego Comic-Con 2023, Fanbase Press Editor-in-Chief Barbra Dillon moderated the “Bridging the Digital Gap Between Libraries and Comics Publishers” panel (originally recorded on Thursday, July 20, 2023) during which Matthew Noe (librarian, Harvard Medical School), Tina Lerno (comics librarian), Moni Barrette (director of Collection Development & Publisher Relations, Library Pass), Dr. Theresa Rojas (founding director, The Latinx Comic Arts Expo), and Dr. Katlin Marisol Sweeney-Romero (assistant professor, World Cinema and Digital Media Studies) participated in a thoughtful conversation about the barriers that exist for libraries to access digital comics, and how emerging digital platforms and coordination with comic book publishers can provide greater access for readers across the country, especially in the face of increasing calls for censorship.

Aug 7, 2023

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guest Mary Bellamy (artist/colorist, My Little Pony) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including remembering actor/comedian/writer Paul Reubens, how comics writers are showing solidarity for the WGA strike, and why readers should be more patient with comic book series. 

Aug 6, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Jon Armstrong (world-famous magician, magic consultant and designer on Ant-Man & Spider-Man 3, creator – IDW’s Smoke & Mirrors) and Hannibal Tabu (co-writer of Humanoids’ MPLS Sound, Bleeding Cool contributor) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Secret Invasion - Season 1 (2023) in light of the season's recent conclusion, with topics including the mixed reviews the series has received, what we've learned about who Nick Fury truly is, whether the title of Secret Invasion worked against the series, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Secret Invasion - Season 1 abound in this panel discussion!

Aug 2, 2023

A very special Fanbase Feature! At San Diego Comic-Con 2023, Fanbase Press Editor-in-Chief Barbra Dillon moderated the “Baking and Mental Health with Kim-Joy” panel (originally recorded on Saturday, July 22, 2023) during which Kim-Joy, the bestselling cookbook author and finalist on the Great British Bake Off 2018, discussed her debut graphic novel, Turtle Bread, a story inspired by her passion for baking and events from her life: working in the mental health field, her own mental health struggles, reading comics, and her desire to help others.

Jul 19, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press Contributor Steven Alloway interviews the cast and crew of the short horror film, DeadHead, including Anastasia Washington (actor), Virginia Powers Hendry (writer, director), T'Keyah Crystal Keymáh (lead actor), and Taylor Marr (actor), touching on topics including the theme of feminine rage behind the film, the practical effects used during the shoot, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Deadhead abound in this panel discussion!)

Jul 14, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Corinna Bechko (writer - Green Lantern: Earth One, Avatar: Adapt or Die), Livio Ramondelli (artist - IDW's Transformer comics, creator of IDW's The Kill Lock), and Phillip Kelly (Fanbase Press Contributor, The POPSKL Podcast Group) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines (2003) in light of the film's 20th anniversary, with topics including how well the T-X works as the film's villain, the film's surprisingly bleak twist ending, what the film has to say about destiny/fate, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Terminator 3: Rise of the Machines abound in this panel discussion!)

Jul 11, 2023

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guest Brandie June (novelist - Gold Spun, Curse Undone / playwright - Truly Outrageous: A Jem and the Holograms Musical Parody) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including Disney's financial troubles at the box office, whether Rogers: The Musical has staying power, and what io9's AI-generated news article has to say about the state of capital-run journalism. 

Jul 7, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests David Avallone (writer – Drawing Blood, Elvira in Horrorland) and Phillip Kelly (Fanbase Press Contributor, The POPSKL Podcast Group) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny (2023) in light of the film's recent release, with topics including how well the film's MacGuffin works, why it's important to see our iconic heroes grapple with old age, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny abound in this panel discussion!)

Jul 3, 2023

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Christof Bogacs and David Hazan (writers, Requiem #1 - Now on Kickstarter!) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including the legacy of the Indiana Jones franchise, Jonathan Majors' history of abuse, and Paramount's Star Trek troubles

Jun 26, 2023

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Michael Dolce (writer - The Sire: Origins, artist, podcaster, founder of Sire Studios) and Chris Mancini (writer - Rise of the Kung Fu Dragon Master, comedian, filmmaker, and podcaster) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including Secret Invasion's use of AI in its opening credits, whether San Diego Comic-Con is experiencing an existential crisis, and why The Flash may bring an end to superhero films. 

Jun 16, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Jay Sherer (writer - Death of a Bounty Hunter, Timeslingers / host - The Story Geeks show on the OrangeGrove55 YouTube channel) and Tilly Bridges (writer - Begin Transmission, Monster High, the Star Trek Adventures RPG / Executive Producer of Pendant Productions) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Man of Steel (2013) in light of the film's 10th anniversary, with topics including the film's exploration of how a modern world would react to Superman, the controversial depiction of Jonathan Kent, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Man of Steel abound in this panel discussion!)

Jun 12, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Barbra Dillon and special guests Maya Deane (writer - Wrath Goddess Sing) and Tilly Bridges (writer - Begin Transmission, Monster High, Star Trek Adventures RPG, Executive Producer of Pendant Productions) participate in a thorough discussion regarding The Matrix Revolutions (2003) in light of the film's 20th anniversary, with topics including the film's message regarding the theme of love, reactions to the end of the war with the machines, how the third film continues the Trans allegory established in the original film, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for The Matrix Revolutions abound in this panel discussion!)

Jun 9, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Corinna Bechko (writer - Green Lantern: Earth One, Avatar: Adapt or Die) and Tilly & Susan Bridges (writers - Begin Transmission, Monster High, the Star Trek Adventures RPG, Executive Producers of Pendant Productions) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Jurassic Park (1993) in light of the film's 30th anniversary, with topics including the film's efforts to treat the dinosaur characters as animals as opposed to monsters, if the film hampers its criticism of corporate greed by making John Hammond too likable, the true meaning of "life finds a way," and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Jurassic Park abound in this panel discussion!)

Jun 5, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Barbra Dillon and special guests Magdalene Visaggio (writer - Eternity Girl, Kim & Kim, The Ojja-Wojja), Maya Deane (writer - Wrath Goddess Sing), and Tilly Bridges (writer - Begin Transmission, Monster High, Star Trek Adventures RPG, Executive Producer of Pendant Productions) participate in a thorough discussion regarding The Matrix Reloaded (2003) in light of the film's 20th anniversary, with topics including the film's strengths and weaknesses, if the return of Agent Smith as a villain worked, how the sequel continues the Trans allegory established in the original film, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for The Matrix Reloaded abound in this panel discussion!)

May 26, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Charles de Lauzirika (Filmmaker & DVD/Blu-ray producer - Assembly Cut restoration of Alien 3, Final Cut restoration of Blade Runner), Madeline Weber (BFA in Animation and minors in Art History and Philosophy), and Phillip Kelly (Fanbase Press Contributor, The POPSKL Podcast Group) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi (1983) in light of the film's 40th anniversary, with topics including the film's standout moments, whether Han Solo's death would have made a stronger film, if Darth Vader is truly redeemed by his final sacrifice, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi abound in this panel discussion!)

May 23, 2023

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guest David Accampo (writer - Spectral: A Showcase of Fear, Lost Angels, The Margins) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including who may have leaked the comic book death of Ms. Marvel, this announcement of and reactions to the 2023 Eisner Award nominees, and the upcoming closure Disney World's Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. 

May 19, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Michael Poisson (writer - Robot Chicken, Netflix's Raising Dion, The CW's Tom Swift, and Fanbase Press' The Arcs), Don Aguillo (artist - Todd McFarlane's Spawn, Scout Comics' Rise, Fanbase Press' The Sequels, co-founder of In Hiatus Studios), and Raf Salazar (freelance artist / In Hiatus Studios co-founder) participate in a thorough discussion regarding X2: X-Men United (2003) in light of the film's 20th anniversary, with topics including the film's standout moments, the character of Jason Stryker and what the film has to say about the trauma delivered by parents upon their children, if Magneto was truly "right," and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for X2: X-Men United abound in this panel discussion!)

May 13, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Barbra Dillon and special guests Matthew Noe (Lead Collection & Knowledge Management Librarian for Harvard Medical School - Countway Library, board member of the Graphic Medicine International Collection and the American Library Association, Graphic Novels and Comics Round Table), Shane Portman (Emmy-nominated writer & the director of development for Bix Pix Entertainment), and Allen Carter (Founder of Carter Comics, creator of Damn Tourists and Cosmic Force) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Reading Rainbow (1983) in light of the series' 40th anniversary, with topics including how the show encouraged reading among children, what made host LeVar Burton so successful in his role, the benefits of a Reading Rainbow geared towards adults, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Reading Rainbow abound in this panel discussion!)

May 8, 2023

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Jack Phoenix (Graphic Novel Selector - Brodart Company, Manager of Collection Services - Cuyahoga Falls Library) and Giulie Speziani (writer - Thanks! Romina) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including ways in which the WGA strike may impact the comic book industry, Kevin Smith's compassionate video on processing trauma, and what's happening with Marvel's digital comics

May 5, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guest Scott Rubin (writer - Naming Your Little Geek: The Complete List of Comic, Game, Sci-Fi & Fantasy Names, toy reviewer - ActionFigureInsider.com) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Star Wars: Clone Wars (2003) in light of the series' 20th anniversary, with topics including the series' standout moments, how the series may have oversold the character of General Grievous, how the series compares to Dave Filoni's The Clone Wars, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Star Wars: Clone Wars abound in this panel discussion!)

May 1, 2023

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Justine Mastin (psychotherapist, podcast host, educator, author - Starship Therapise: Using Therapeutic Fanfiction to Rewrite Your Life) and CJ Brittain (Chief Operations Officer - Fintech Firm, Trans Rights Advocate) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including better understanding the looming strike for the Writers Guild of America, whether it's necessary to "kill your nostalgia" for fandoms like Harry Potter, and how Hollywood can and should better handle mental health in the wake of The Flash.

Apr 29, 2023

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon is joined by special guests Teresa Jusino (writer - The Mary Sue), Jay Sherer (writer - Death of a Bounty Hunter, Timeslingers, co-host of The Story Geeks podcast), and Phillip Kelly (The POPSKL Podcast Group) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Star Wars: The Mandalorian - Season 3 (2023) in light of the season's recent conclusion, with topics including whether the third season should have included Boba Fett, the noticeable connections between the Mandalorians and the Jewish culture, what the death of the Dark Saber means for Mandalore and Star Wars, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Star Wars: The Mandalorian - Season 3 abound in this panel discussion!)

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