Needless Things

Needless Things

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  • Needless Things Podcast 149 – Buddy Finethy from Toylanta

    Phantom Troublemaker talks to the delightful Buddy Finethy, artist, designer, and one of the showrunners for Joelanta & The Great Atlanta Toy Convention!
    Ever since receiving his first GI Joe figure in the early 70s, Buddy Finethy has had a passion not just for Joes, but for the art of toys. From following the Grateful Dead on tour to working with Hasbro to starting up the revered Joelanta convention, Buddy has had a heck of an interesting life!
    Listen in as Phantom and Buddy discuss toys, the universe, and everything in the newest episode of the Needless Things Podcast!
    Joelanta & The Great Atlanta Toy Convention takes place on March 10th, 11th, & 12th at the Marriott Century Center in Atlanta, GA. All weekend long the halls are packed with dealers selling vintage, modern, and custom toys of every shape and size. The show also features panels, musical guests Possum Kingdom Ramblers and Radio Cult, and collectors and designers from all over the world!
    Be sure to join the Needless Things Podcast Facebook Group and get in on the conversation for this week’s episode! Let us know what you think!
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    1 hr 28 min
  • Needless Things Podcast 145 – 2017 New York International Toy Fair

    The Needless Things Irregulars assemble for their annual look at the New York International Toy Fair!
    The 2017 New York International Toy Fair was held from February 17th – 19th so that toy manufacturers from all over the world could get retailers and journalists excited about their offerings for the upcoming year. Hasbro, Mattel, Funko, NECA, and many more all bring out their prototypes, concepts, and newest licenses to display in the biggest toy-oriented gathering of the year!
    Listen in as Phantom, Needless Things’ Head of Research Ryan, The Belligerent Monkey, and Josh Wilson of The Oncoming Storm Podcast discuss the coolest collectibles that will be unleashed in the coming year!
    Be sure to join the Needless Things Podcast Facebook Group and get in on the conversation for this week’s episode! Let us know what you think!
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    3 hr 9 min
  • Needless Things Podcast 147 – The Dale Jepson Interview

    Phantom Troublemaker interviews elusive rock legend Dale Jepson of Dale Jepson and the Night Hawks!
    In the late 70s Dale Jepson was on the road to rock n roll fame before misfortune derailed his life and his dreams. Now, in 2017, he has assembled the Night Hawks and is looking to reclaim his birthright. Pure chance led to this opportunity for Phantom Troublemaker to interview a man that had previously been an enigmatic voice on an old, discarded cassette tape.
    Listen in as Phantom and Dale discuss life, rock n roll, and everything in this special episode of the Needless Things Podcast!
    Dale Jepson and the Night Hawks wuill be playing LIVE in Gainesville, Georgia's Mule Camp Tavern along with Elzig and The Casket Creatures on Saturday, February 25th – RSVP HERE for more info!
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    57 min
  • Needless Things Podcast 146 – Masters of the Universe Classics 2016

    Mr. Beau Brown returns to the show for a discussion of the final year of Mattel’s Masters of the Universe Classics toy line!
    It looked like 2015 was going to be the end of Mattel’s Classics line, but they squeaked their way through 2016 with two lines that weren’t technically Classics, but totally were – Club Grayskull and Collector’s Choice. But by year’s end it was revealed that Mattel was closing the doors on MattyCollector.com and that the Masters license would be moving on to Super 7.
    Listen in as Phantom and Beau talk about the final twenty Mattel releases, as well as some exclusives and Super 7’s plans for the line!
    PLUS!: See Phantom Troublemaker and Mr. Beau Brown LIVE tomorrow night at the Valentine’s Puckin’ Fuppet Show!
    Be sure to join the Needless Things Podcast Facebook Group and get in on the conversation for this week’s episode! Let us know what you think!
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    2 hr 57 min
  • Needless Things Podcast 145 – The Crow Needless Commentary

    Part of an ongoing series – the Needless Things Irregulars gather in the Phantom Zone to provide their own unique commentary on classic genre films!
    Released on May 13th, 1994, Alex Proyas's The Crow was the graphic, edgy comic book movie that fans had been wanting since 1989's Batman. The trendsetting soundtrack helped the movie launch a new era of Goth culture while the dark themes of the movie inspired countless teens to don black and start acting all swoopy and dramatic.
    Additionally, the tragic on-set death of promising actor Brandon Lee will forever mar this singular film, but at the same time adds an unmatchable gravitas and heaviness.
    Listen in as Phantom Troublemaker, Rad Ranger, Ryan Cadaver, and special guest Mike Gordon gather in the Phantom Zone to offer up their thoughts on this 1994 cult classic!
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    1 hr 52 min
  • Needless Things Podcast 144 – Son of Celluloid @ Days of the Dead

    Phantom Troublemaker talks to Son of Celluloid, Nathan Hamilton, about modern horror and his plans for the Blue Track at Days of the Dead Atlanta!
    Over the last several years Days of the Dead has become a staple of Atlanta's convention scene and has spread its influence as a traveling convention. In 2017, for the first time, Days of the Dead Atlanta will be spotlighting the local horror scene thanks to the efforts of Nathan Hamilton, best known as a guru of Atlanta horror and haunt attractions.
    Nathan has been covering horror – both independent and mainstream – as Son of Celluloid for years and is an omnipresent force in the local scene. Whether it's metal shows, Halloween haunts, or monster wrestling, the Son of Celluloid makes it his business to be there and stay at the forefront of what's current in shock and gore.
    Listen in as Nathan details his plans for the Blue Track – the locally-focused portion of Days of the Dead – and talks guests, panels, and more!
    Be sure to join the Needless Things Podcast Facebook Group and get in on the conversation for this week’s episode! Let us know what you think!
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    If you enjoy Batman, toys, or Needless Things, you might enjoy SupportPhantom.com.

    1 hr 6 min
  • Needless Things Podcast 143 – The Ice Pirates Needless Commentary

    Part of an ongoing series – the Needless Things Irregulars gather in the Phantom Zone to provide their own unique commentary on classic genre films!
    In the mysterious depths of Phantom Troublemaker’s psyche there exists a very special list of films from the 80s. These are categorized as “The HBO Movies”. Thirty years ago premium cable television wasn’t what it is today and the same rotations of a dozen or so movies would play regularly for months. Many of the films that shaped Phantom were part of that ages-old pattern and were seen many times over the course of that magical decade.
    The Ice Pirates is one of those cherished movies. Starring Robert Urich and featuring cameos from the likes of Anjelica Huston, John Carradine, Bruce Vilanch(!) and even a babyfaced Ron Perlman, The Ice Pirates is an often overlooked piece of genre entertainment that blends science fiction, comedy, and swashbuckling action into an unforgettable outer space adventure!
    Listen in as Phantom Troublemaker, Rad Ranger, Arian Gulick, Ryan Cadaver, and special guest R.T. Ewell gather in the Phantom Zone to offer up their thoughts on this 1984 cult classic!
    Play along at home with your own copy from Amazon and help support Needless Things!:

       
     

    Be sure to join the Needless Things Podcast Facebook Group and get in on the conversation for this week’s episode! Let us know what you think!

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    If you enjoy Batman, toys, or Needless Things, you might enjoy SupportPhantom.com.

    1 hr 51 min
  • Needless Things Podcast 142 – 2017: More Movies!
     

    The Needless Things Irregulars look at the jam-packed list of upcoming 2017 movies that didn’t get mentioned by the listeners for last week’s episode!

    After basing episode 141 of the podcast on listener comments about what they were excited for in 2017, Phantom realized that a ton of great movies had been left out of the conversation. This week, the Irregulars seek to rectify that oversight by discussing some of the movies coming out during the first few months of the year - Resident Evil: The Final Chapter, John Wick: Chapter Two, Ghost in the Shell, and plenty more!
    Listen in as Phantom Troublemaker, Beth V, Mike Gordon, and the Rad Ranger return to talk about all of the stuff that isn’t Marvel, Star Wars, or DC!
    Be sure to join the Needless Things Podcast Facebook Group and get in on the conversation for this week’s episode! Let us know what you think!
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    1 hr 38 min
  • Needless Things Podcast 141 - 2017
     

    The Needless Things Irregulars look ahead at 2017 to see what pop culture has to offer!

    It’s a brave new year full of promise, exciting events, and gigantic monkeys! From movies to comics to television and everything in between, we already know a lot of what is coming this year.
    Listen in as Phantom Troublemaker, Beth V, Mike Gordon, and the Rad Ranger run down what’s got them excited for 2017!

     
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    1 hr 57 min
  • Needless Things Podcast 140 – Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
     

    Join the Needless Things Irregulars for a discussion about the newest entry into the ongoing Star Wars franchise – Rogue One!

    The first film ever to divert significantly from Skywalker family drama and its impact on the galaxy far, far away, Rogue One carried the heavy responsibility of telling a great, engaging story and of launching a new style of Star Wars film. With a different look and feel from anything movie going audiences have seen from the franchise, Rogue One told the story of the doomed Rebels that famously stole the plans to the first Death Star and turned the tide of Imperial rule in the galaxy.
    The Irregulars also take some time to mourn the passing of one of the greatest and most honest wits to grace the world, Carrie Fisher.
    Listen in as Phantom Troublemaker, Chad J. Shonk, Head of Research Ryan Schweck, and the Belligerent Monkey share their opinions of the successes and missteps of this brave, new venture in Star Wars!
    Be sure to join the Needless Things Podcast Facebook Group and get in on the conversation for this week’s episode! Let us know what you think!
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    1 hr 37 min

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