In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts Bryant Dillon and Claire Thorne are joined by special guests Sean Foster (Fanbase Press Graphic Designer) and Chris Thorne (sketch card artist - The Walking Dead, Star Wars) to participate in a thorough discussion regarding Star Wars: The Mandalorian - Season 2 (2020) in light of the streaming series' recent season finale release, with topics including this season's many exciting reveals, the series' accessibility to new Star Wars fans, whether the show can work without Grogu, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Star Wars: The Mandalorian abound in this panel discussion!)
In this eighth episode of Dream Journal, the Fanbase Press podcast group POPSKL (Pissed-Off, Psychic Scary Kids of LA) discusses and dissects the stories, characters, themes, and importance of World’s End, volume eight of Neil Gaiman’s seminal comic series, The Sandman. It is also the volume that is a stepping-stone into the final story arcs of The Sandman. Being creators themselves, the panelists bring a unique perspective to this roundtable discussion about the themes and characters within this series of one-shots tied into the greater Sandman storyline. They also converse about what makes them tic, some recent or past dreams that have affected them, and some personal recommendations if you love The Sandman. Geek out and chill with POPSKL as we bring you big conversations for big stories.
In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts Bryant Dillon and Claire Thorne are joined by special guest Justin Peniston (writer - Hunter Black, Avengers Assemble, and Fanbase Press Contributor) to participate in a thorough discussion regarding Wonder Woman: 1984 (2020) in light of the film's recent release, with topics including the film's plot, Wonder Woman's super powers displayed onscreen, the consent issues surrounding Steve Trevor's return, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Wonder Woman: 1984 abound in this panel discussion!)
Just in time for the holidays, in this extended seventh episode of Dream Journal, the podcast group POPSKL (Pissed-Off, Psychic Scary Kids of LA) sits down with special superstar guest artist and writer Jill Thompson to discuss her work on Brief Lives, the seventh volume of Neil Gaiman’s seminal comic series, The Sandman. Together, we discuss characters, themes, and her craft. The podcast group - being creators themselves - bring a unique perspective to this roundtable discussion about the themes and characters within this volume which sends the storyline heading toward its conclusion. They tout big conversations for big stories, and well, this is one of the biggest! They also converse about what makes them tic, some recent or past dreams that have affected them, and some personal recommendations if you love The Sandman. Sit back, brew some java, and join the conversation.
In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press co-founders Barbra and Bryant Dillon and special guests Phillip Kelly (writer, filmmaker, and Fanbase Press Contributor), Drew Siragusa (co-host, The Fanbase Weekly), Justin Peniston (writer - Hunter Black, Avengers Assemble, and Fanbase Press Contributor), and Chris Thorne (sketch card artist - The Walking Dead, Star Wars) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Tron: Legacy (2010) in light of the film's 10th anniversary, with topics including the film's plot, the impressive special effects, the mind-blowing score by Daft Punk, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Tron: Legacy abound in this panel discussion!)
In this sixth episode of Dream Journal, the podcast team POPSKL (Pissed-Off, Psychic Scary Kids of LA) discusses and dissects the stories, characters, themes, and importance of Fables and Reflections, the sixth volume of Neil Gaiman’s seminal comic series, The Sandman. Being creators themselves, they bring a unique perspective to this roundtable discussion about the themes and characters within this series of one-shots tied into the greater Sandman storyline. They also converse about what makes them tic, some recent or past dreams that have affected them, and some personal recommendations if you love The Sandman. And stick around after the episode for some additional content, including some reactions to the Audible Sandman Audio Drama, which names you should not name your geek babies, and we a hefty conversation about Justin’s last name.
In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press co-founder Bryant Dillon and special guests Phillip Kelly (writer, filmmaker, and Fanbase Press Contributor) and Justin Peniston (writer - Hunter Black, Avengers Assemble, Fanbase Press Contributor) participate in a discussion regarding the Star Wars franchise and the themes of redemption and forgiveness, with topics including why redemption stories are universally important, the best representations of redemption in Star Wars, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for the Star Wars franchise abound in this panel discussion!)
In this fifth episode of Dream Journal, the podcast group POPSKL (Pissed-Off, Psychic Scary Kids of LA) discusses and dissects the stories, characters, themes, and importance of A Game of You, the fifth volume of Neil Gaiman’s seminal comic series, The Sandman. Being creators themselves, they bring a unique perspective to this roundtable discussion about the themes of personal identity within A Game of You and inclusivity in storytelling. They also converse about what makes them tic, some recent or past dreams that have affected them, and some personal recommendations if you love The Sandman. POPSKL brings you big conversations for big stories, and The Sandman is one of the biggest. So, sit back, brew some java, and join the conversation.
In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press co-founder Bryant Dillon and special guest Eisner-nominated comic writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson (writer - The Last God, Warlords of Appalachia, Last Sons of America) discuss the announcement that he'll be writing the first Alien series coming from Marvel Comics, what he hopes to bring to the Alien mythology, why stories like this are important, and more.
In the Season 5 finale episode, the Fanbase Press staff provides a thoughtful retrospective, looking back at 2020 in pop culture and beyond. All of us at The Fanbase Weekly wish to extend our immense thanks to the talented guests who have joined us this past year, as well as you - the listeners - for tuning in each week. We’ll be back again in 2021 with more podcast excitement. Stay tuned to the Fanbase Press website for updates regarding the launch of Season 6 for The Fanbase Weekly. Happy holidays!
In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press co-founders Barbra and Bryant Dillon and special guests Phillip Kelly (writer, filmmaker, and Fanbase Press Contributor) and and Sandra Dimas (co-host - The Story Geeks podcast) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Edward Scissorhands (1990) in light of the film's 30th anniversary, with topics including the inspiration for the film, its enchanting score by Danny Elfman, the talented cast, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Edward Scissorhands abound in this panel discussion!)
In this fourth episode of Dream Journal, the podcast group POPSKL (Pissed-Off, Psychic Scary Kids of LA) discusses and dissects the stories, characters, themes, and importance of Seasons of Mist, the fourth volume of Neil Gaiman’s seminal comic series, The Sandman. Being creators themselves, they bring a unique perspective to this roundtable discussion while also conversing about what makes them tic, some recent or past dreams that have affected them, and some personal recommendations if you love The Sandman. POPSKL brings you big conversations for big stories, and The Sandman is one of the biggest. So, sit back, brew some java, and join the conversation.