In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guests Brian McGackin (author - Broetry, In Case of Death) and Kolleen Carney Hoepfner (Editor-in-Chief - Drunk Monkeys) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including the cancellation of San Diego Comic-Con 2020, Sam Raimi and John Krasinski joining the MCU, which sequel films are better than the original, and Josh Blaylock on rebuilding comics.
In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guest Travis Lakata (Geeky Parent Guide, Winey Parent, The Weiland Kershaw Series) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including how Star Trek's 21st century was scary, too, Todd McFarlane's thoughts on saving the comics industry, reliving the theatre reactions to Endgame, and Matt Reeves' take on Batman films.
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff and special guests Scott Rubin (author of Naming Your Little Geek: The Complete List of Comic Book, Video Games, Sci-Fi, & Fantasy Names) and Michael Tanner (co-creator of Junior Braves of the Apocalypse for Oni Press, co-host of the Burn After Pitching podcast from The Grand Geek Gathering) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Kick-Ass (2010) in light of the film's 10th anniversary, with topics including why no one has attempted to be a real-life superhero, the controversy surrounding the film's foul-mouthed and uber-violent 11-year-old vigilante, the differences between the film and the source material, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Kick-Ass abound in this panel discussion!)
In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press Editor-in-Chief Barbra Dillon chats with Frederick Luis Aldama (Distinguished University Professor, Eisner-winning author of Latinx Superheroes in Mainstream Comics) and Sebastian Kadlecik (creator of Eisner-nominated Quince) regarding the current state of Latinx and intersectional inclusivity in the comic book medium, their respective advocacy work in raising awareness for representation through stories like Quince and The Adventures of Chupacabra Charlie, the barriers that exist between diverse creators, stories, and characters and mainstream readers, and more.
In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guests Kevin Bides and Kyle McVey (Collector's Paradise) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including our fascination with canon, nerdy activities to keep you occupied during isolation, how COVID-19 is impacting the comics industry, and why sci-fi brings us comfort in uncertain times.
In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guests Margaret Dunlap (Writer - The Dark Crystal: Age of Resistance, The Lizzie Bennet Diaries) and David Avallone (Director/Writer - Dynamite’s Bettie Page & Elvira: Mistress of the Dark) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including the rumor that Daredevil may join Spider-Man 3, the popularity of Netflix's Beastars series, what we learned from the early release of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, and how to safely support your local comic book shops.
In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guest Edward Greenberg (Owner, Collector's Paradise comic book shops) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including the passing of famed actor Max von Sydow, the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic on comic book shops, expectations for the upcoming Black Widow film, and what E3's cancellation could mean for the gaming industry.
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff and special guests David Avallone (writer for Drawing Blood and The Radically Rearranged Ronin Ragdolls for Kevin Eastman Studios), Justin Peniston (co-creator of the hard-boiled fantasy comic Hunter Black), and Sean Foster (Fanbase Press' Graphic Designer) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) in light of the film's 30th anniversary, with topics including the film's themes of chosen family, the amazing special effects provided by Jim Henson's Creature Shop, each of the panelist's favorite turtle, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles abound in this panel discussion!)
In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guests Russell Nohelty (Wannabe Press, Cthulhu Is Hard to Spell: The Terrible Twos Kickstarter) and Kevin Sharp (Fanbase Press' "Between the Panels" interview series) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including alternatives to the cancelled ECCC, how Jason Blum changed horror movies, the trouble with Star Wars' consistency, and the eBooks fight between librarians and publishers.
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff and special guest Paul Pakler (co-host of the Paul and Corey Cross the Streams podcast) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Midnight Madness (1980) in light of the film's 40th anniversary, with topics including the film's clear (but likely unintended) commentary of social and political structures, its take on determinism, the future stardom of its cast, the many problematic elements throughout, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Midnight Madness abound in this panel discussion!)
In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guests Jeffrey and Susan Bridges (Writers - Killswitch from Action Lab: Danger Zone, Co-founders - Pendant Audio) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including a new director for Indiana Jones 5, Coronavirus and its impact on con season, the reveal of Star Wars: Project Luminous, and the future of digital comics.
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff and special guest Jay Sherer (co-author of Timeslingers, co-host of The Story Geeks podcast) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Memento (2000) in light of the film's 20th anniversary, with topics including the movie's theme of self-deception, its depiction of anterograde amnesia, how it relates to today's post-truth political climate, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Memento abound in this panel discussion!)
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Caprica (2010) in light of the TV series' 10th anniversary, with topics including the show's exploration of artificial intelligence, comparisons and contrasts with parent series Battlestar Galactica, a special message from Caprica writer and supervising producer Drew Z. Greenberg, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Caprica abound in this panel discussion!)
In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guest Susan Lee (founder - Life on Its Side Studios, Embrace the Chaos, Women on the Dark Side) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including BOOM! Studios thoughts on the direct comics market, Dark Horse's upcoming adaptation of the Predator screenplay, why Wikipedia is the last best place on the internet, and Dan DiDio's surprise departure from DC Comics.
In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guest Allen Carter (founder - Carter Comics / Cosmic Force / Damn Tourists) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including what we can learn from fictional pandemics, Brit Marling's rejection of the "Strong Female Lead," a psychological analysis of Harley Quinn by Dr. Drea Letamendi, and our trailer roundup featuring Star Wars: The Clone Wars, The Green Knight, and The Iron Mask.
In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press President Bryant Dillon chats with comic book artist and creator Livio Ramondelli (IDW's Transformers series) regarding his sci-fi, creator-owned comic book mini-series, The Kill Lock, from IDW Publishing, how the series examines themes of corporal punishment and class warfare, the challenges of writing a story with a cast composed entirely of robot characters, his personal preferences when it comes to the science fiction genre, and much more.
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff and special guests Steven Alloway (Fanbase Press Contributor) and Susan Lee (Founder of the Women on the Dark Side Film Festival, creator of Wraith of Love) participate in a thorough discussion regarding the recently released feature film, Birds of Prey and the Fantabulous Emancipation of One Harley Quinn (2020), with topics including actress Margot Robbie's performance as Harley Quinn, the representation of misogyny in the film, the cause of the poor opening weekend box office, and more! (Beware: SPOILERS for Birds of PRey abound in this panel discussion!)
In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guests Dave Crosland (artist - Invader ZIM, Solar Opposites) and Jason Inman (writer - Ringo Award-nominated Jupiter Jet / co-host - Geek History Lesson podcast) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including how scientists are thinking ahead for burial procedures on Mars, whether Star Trek should tie its movies to its TV shows, the launch of comics publisher Bad Idea, and whether Watchmen's Angela Abar should make a move to comics.
In the latest episode, the Fanbase Press staff welcomes guest Travis Rivas (co-founder, Accidental Aliens / Small Press Organizer of San Diego Comic Fest) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including early responses to the Birds of Prey feature film, the Star Wars: Underworld series that never was, Star Trek's history with androids, and the trouble with American Dirt.
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff and special guests Giulie Speziani (Comic Writer, Cash & Carrie) and Michael Tanner (Comic Writer, Oni's Junior Braves of the Apocalypse) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Tremors (1989) in light of the film's 30th anniversary, with topics including the movie's horror/comedy blend, the interesting and relatable cast of characters, the design and effectiveness of "graboid" creatures, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Tremors abound in this panel discussion!)
In the Season 5 premiere episode, the Fanbase Press staff reunites to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including Colin Trevorrow's leaked concept art for The Rise of Skywalker, whether Captain Marvel 2 has a Superman problem, how the visual language of comics can improve brain function, and the anticipated protagonist of the upcoming Hunger Games prequel novel.
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff and special guests Chris Thorne (Sketch Card Artist, The Walking Dead, Star Wars), Michele Brittany (Fanbase Press Editorials Manager, Editor of Horror in Space, James Bond and Popular Culture), and Claire Thorne (Author of A Geek's Guide to Cross-Stitch: Journeys in Space) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Shadow of the Vampire (1999) in light of the film's 20th anniversary, with topics including the movie's message regarding creative obsession, the depiction of the silent movie production process, the source material of the 1922 silent masterpiece Nosferatu, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Shadow of the Vampire abound in this panel discussion!)
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff and special guests Justin Emord (Bassist, Love and a .38), Andre Owens (publisher/writer of The Bovine League, Force Galaxia, The Stoned Age, screenwriter of Reparations), Chris Thorne (Sketch Card Artist - The Walking Dead, Star Wars), and Phillip Kelly (Fanbase Press Contributor) participate in a thorough discussion regarding the newly released Disney+ series, The Mandalorian: Season 1 (2019), with topics including the show's themes, the series influence from the Western and Samurai genres, the cultural event that is "Baby Yoda," and more! (Beware: SPOILERS for The Mandalorian abound in this panel discussion!)
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff and special guests Matthew Aaron (the award-winning LGBTQ filmmaker of the film, Landline) and Jake Thomas (writer and filmmaker - Shedding) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Spider-Man: The Animated Series (1994) in light of the series' 25th anniversary, with topics including the show's themes, the talented voice cast, how it laid the track for the superhero universes of the MCU and CW shows, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Spider-Man: The Animated Series abound in this panel discussion!)
In this Fanbase Feature, the Fanbase Press staff and special guests Justin Peniston (Hunter Black, Avengers Assemble) and Jason Inman (Ringo-nominated comic book writer, co-host of Geek History Lessons) participate in a thorough discussion regarding the newly completed first season of HBO's Watchmen (2019), with topics including the series' message regarding appropriation, the impressive performances by the talented ensemble cast, whether there should be a second season, and more! (Beware: SPOILERS for Watchmen abound in this panel discussion!)