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Originally Aired: 03/24/17

We discuss the recent news of the week. The title announcement of Godzilla: Monster Planet coming this summer. The passing of legendary comic artist Bernie Wrightson & the TV gameshow legend Chuck Barris. The latest 3D printing invention from Sweden – a cheap room sized 3D printer.

Our review of Power Rangers starring Dacre Montgomery, Naomi Scott and RJ Cyler. Synopsis: Five ordinary teens must become something extraordinary when they learn that their small town of Angel Grove – and the world – is on the verge of being obliterated by an alien threat. Chosen by destiny, our heroes quickly discover they are the only ones who can save the planet. But to do so, they will have to overcome their real-life issues and before it’s too late, band together as the Power Rangers.

We also talk with comic artist Leslie Hung who’s currently drawing Snotgirl (written by Bryan Lee O’Malley) for Image Comics. Leslie will be on to talk about the book and maybe tell us what we can expect when the series returns to the spinner racks. Here’s some more info on Snotgirl – From bestselling BRYAN LEE O’MALLEY (Scott Pilgrim) and superstar newcomer LESLIE HUNG! Lottie Person is a glamorous fashion blogger living her best life—at least that’s what she wants you to think. The truth is, her friends are terrible people, her boyfriend traded her up for someone younger, her allergies are out of control, and she may or may not have killed somebody!

It was a great show!

Plus for our Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing producer Brett Ratner’s latest movie assertion. In a recent interview that Rotten Tomatoes is to be blamed for the poor reception to Batman Vs. Superman and is ruining Hollywood.

If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!

Production Credits:

Geek Hard Logo – Candice Hibbard and Rich Robbins

Technical Production – Gary LaBarr, Recorded at the Reality Radio 101 Studio

Producers – Andrew Young & James Green

Music Credits:

Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman

“Lucky Now” by Ryan Adams

“I Walk the Line” by Halsey

“Mighty Morphin Power Rangers of Doom” by The Cybertronic Spree

“how do i get over you?” by Stephie Coplan

“Your Mouth Shoots Off” by Plumtree

“Muddy Water” by Beau + Luci

Closing Music “Kelly’s Heroes” by Black Grape

Welcome everyone to another episode of Don’t Make Me Watch That! – A podcast that celebrates movies and tears them down all in one sitting. Hosted by Andrew Young and Leslie Hudson, each episode presents the critique of a film from the long or recent past that one of us hates and the other one loves. Andrew and Leslie will do what they do best: fight and debate and make fun of one another. It’s all in good fun and for the love of FILM!

This episode, we take a long look at arguably the best superhero film of 2016, Captain America: Civil War. Directed by The Russo Brothers and starring Chris Evans, Robert Downey Jr. and Sebastian Stan, Civil War tells the story of Avengers divided. After the United Nations decides that Earth’s Mightiest Heroes should be kept in check, Steve Rogers and Tony Stark are at odds on what’s the right way to handle the situation. Referred to as a “Bro-Show” by Leslie, the film was a pain for her to endure. On the other hand, Andrew thought it was an interesting take on the superhero genre by showing a story where there’s no real good guys.

Listen as they argue the merits of Captain America: Civil War and cut each other up in the process. Enjoy.

If you like what you hear, we’d love to hear from you! Send us an email at [email protected] and put “Don’t Make Me Watch That!” in the subject line. Let us know if you agree with Andrew or Leslie regarding this film or make suggestions on films you’d like to hear us talk about. We may even read your email in a future episode (but only if you want us to). And be sure to like the Don’t Make Me Watch That! Facebook Page for exclusive content you won’t find anywhere else.

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Welcome friends to Back Issue Bloodbath, a comics-centric podcast presented by Geek Hard. Join hosts Andrew Young and Sammy Younan as they get down and dirty in the four-colour world of comic books, focusing on classic stories, new issues, comic creators and hot button topics.

If there’s one DC comic book character that Sammy loves, it’s gotta be Wally West as The Flash. Needless to say, the New 52 was hard on the guy. Both Andrew and Sammy are of the generation that grew up with Wally West as their Flash. The legendary runs by Mark Waid and Geoff Johns on The Flash made Wally the hero we all wanted to be. For 5 years, we had to live without the original Wally. Thanks to a little thing called Rebirth, we don’t have to live without him anymore. Wally’s back and he’s in the pages of Titans.

Take a listen as Andrew and Sammy dissect the first 8 issues of Titans. We put the writing of Dan Abnett and the artwork of Brett Booth under the microscope and give our honest opinion on the new series. Does it meet the standard of what we expect from a Rebirth series? Find out as we hold nothing back. Spoilers: Sammy is really happy Wally’s back….but there’s still some gripes that both Andrew and Sammy have with this series. Find out what they are and more on an ALL NEW Back Issue Bloodbath.

Have an idea for a certain topic we should cover? Have an indie comic book you’d like us to review? Send us an email at [email protected] with “Back Issue Bloodbath” in the subject line. We’d love to hear from you. And be sure to join our Facebook page for exclusive content.

If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!

 

Originally Aired: 03/17/17

We discuss the recent news regarding Thor: Ragnarok coming November 2017. With the recent photos released showing Chris Hemworth’s Thor with short hair and the released plot synopsis. We have lot’s of thoughts on this and as always are happy to share them with you.

Our review of Iron Fist starring Finn Jones, Jessica Henwick and Jessica Stroup. Synopsis: Billionaire Danny Rand (Finn Jones) returns to New York City after being missing for years, trying to reconnect with his past and his family legacy. He fights against the criminal element corrupting New York City with his kung fu mastery and ability to summon the awesome power of the fiery Iron Fist.

We also talk with a longtime friend of Geek Hard, comic writer Ed Brisson. Ed’s currently writing a Bullseye miniseries for Marvel and also has a few new comics coming soon, including a new Iron Fist series, slated to drop in the next couple of weeks. He’ll be on to tell us all what we can expect from the new comic and more.Ed Brisson is a comic book writer who first started to garner attention with his self-published crime series MURDER BOOK. He broke into the public spotlight in 2012 with the crime/time-travel thriller series COMEBACK (Shadowline/Image Comics). In the short time since then, he’s written and co-created four other series published by Image: SHELTERED, THE FIELD, THE MANTLE and THE VIOLENT. Ed has also written for BOOM, Marvel, DC, IDW and many others.

It was a great show!

Plus for our Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing comics to screen translations and how should they be handled.

If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!

Production Credits:

Geek Hard Logo – Candice Hibbard and Rich Robbins

Technical Production – Gary LaBarr, Recorded at the Reality Radio 101 Studio

Producers – Andrew Young & James Green

Music Credits:

Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman

“Eye of the Tiger” by Scorpions

“Award Tour” by A Tribe Called Quest

“Sandstorm” by Darude

“The Maestro” by Beastie Boys

“Bulls-Eye” by Santo & Johnny

“The Man in Me” by Bob Dylan

Closing Music “Kelly’s Heroes” by Black Grape

Welcome friends to Back Issue Bloodbath, a comics-centric podcast presented by Geek Hard. Join hosts Andrew Young and Sammy Younan as they get down and dirty in the four-colour world of comic books, focusing on classic stories, new issues, comic creators and hot button topics.

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that a certain film about everybody’s favourite Canadian mutant hit theatres earlier this month. Logan took the box office by storm and was a fitting sendoff for Hugh Jackman as Wolverine. Did you know that the idea for the film is loosely based on a comic story by Mark Millar and Steve McNiven? I say loosely because the concept of a an older Wolverine is about the only similarity. Regardless, the impetus for the cranky canucklehead comes from a story simply titled Old Man Logan, which was released in the Wolverine ongoing series in the late 2000s. Taking place in a future where the bad guys won and most of the heroes are dead, Logan now lives as a pacifist farmer trying to raise a family in a land ruled by Hulks. When he can’t make his rent and his wife and kids’ lives are threatened, Logan agrees to help a blind Hawkeye make a dangerous trip across country to deliver a mysterious package. It’s a road trip like no other and Wolverine has to make some hard choices along the way.

Join Andrew and Sammy as they look back on this series that brought forth one of the most popular iterations of Wolverine ever: Old Man Logan. Find out what they think of the series and Logan’s current place in Marvel continuity on an ALL NEW Episode of Back Issue Bloodbath!

Have an idea for a certain topic we should cover? Have an indie comic book you’d like us to review? Send us an email at [email protected] with “Back Issue Bloodbath” in the subject line. We’d love to hear from you. And be sure to join our Facebook page for exclusive content.

If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!

 

Originally Aired: 03/10/17

We speak with filmmaker Ferne Pearlstein to talk about her documentary, The Last Laugh, which explores taboos in humour through the lens of the Holocaust. Featuring interviews with top comics Mel Brooks, Carl Reiner, Sarah Silverman, Gilbert Gottfried, Harry Shearer, Jeff Ross, Alan Zweibel, Judy Gold, Susie Essman and Larry Charles, along with Holocaust survivors and critical thinkers, this film looks at important subject matter while still being funny. Ferne talks to us about the movie, now playing in New York and opening in L.A. on March 17th (with a national rollout planned as well).

Our review of Kong: Skull Island starring Tom Hiddleston, Samuel L. Jackson & Brie Larson. Synopsis: Warner Bros. Pictures and Legendary Pictures’ “Kong: Skull Island” reimagines the origin of the mythic Kong in a compelling, original adventure from director Jordan Vogt-Roberts. In the film, a diverse team of explorers is brought together to venture deep into an uncharted island in the Pacific—as beautiful as it is treacherous—unaware that they’re crossing into the domain of the mythic Kong.

We also talk with a longtime friend of Geek Hard, Toronto ComiCon organizer James Armstrong who’ll be on to tell us all about this year’s convention, which takes place March 17th to 19th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. TORONTO COMICON as presented by FAN EXPO CANADA™ is a spectacular 3 day event! Located in the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, the show will be boasting unique exhibitors, presentations, workshops and many celebrity guests. Don’t miss out on Spring’s #1 community event in Toronto!

It was a great show!

Plus for our Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing some of the upcoming Toronto ComiCon guests, panels & events we are looking forward to.

If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!

Production Credits:

Geek Hard Logo – Candice Hibbard and Rich Robbins

Technical Production – Gary LaBarr, Recorded at the Reality Radio 101 Studio

Producers – Andrew Young & James Green

Music Credits:

Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman

“The Rascal King” by The Mighty Mighty Bosstones

“I Started a Joke” by the Bee Gees

“It’s Now or Never” by Elvis Presley

“Run Through the Jungle” by Creedence Clearwater Revival

“The Island” by Henry Jackman

“Wreck” by Jim Johnston

Closing Music “Kelly’s Heroes” by Black Grape

Welcome everyone to another episode of Don’t Make Me Watch That! – A podcast that celebrates movies and tears them down all in one sitting. Hosted by Andrew Young and Leslie Hudson, each episode presents the critique of a film from the long or recent past that one of us hates and the other one loves. Andrew and Leslie will do what they do best: fight and debate and make fun of one another. It’s all in good fun and for the love of FILM!

This Episode, we take a look back at the 2006 supernatural teen thriller, The Covenant. Directed by Renny Harlin and starring Steven Strait, Sebastian Stan and Taylor Kitsch, The Covenant follows Four young men who belong to a New England supernatural legacy. Jealousy and suspicion threaten to tear them apart as they are forced to do battle with a fifth power long thought dead. Anyone who’s seen this film will tell you that it’s essentially a male-lead version of The Craft. While the film did okay in its theatrical run, it was universally panned by critics for its wooden acting and teen soap cliches. Since then, the film has gained a cult following.

It’s no surprise that Andrew hates this movie with a passion as it’s just a bunch of dudes squinting and stretching their words for an hour and a half. Leslie of course loves the camp and schlock on display. Listen as they argue the merits of The Covenant and cut each other up in the process. Enjoy.

If you like what you hear, we’d love to hear from you! Send us an email at [email protected] and put “Don’t Make Me Watch That!” in the subject line. Let us know if you agree with Andrew or Leslie regarding this film or make suggestions on films you’d like to hear us talk about. We may even read your email in a future episode (but only if you want us to). And be sure to like the Don’t Make Me Watch That! Facebook Page for exclusive content you won’t find anywhere else.

If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!

 

Welcome friends to Back Issue Bloodbath, a comics-centric podcast presented by Geek Hard. Join hosts Andrew Young and Sammy Younan as they get down and dirty in the four-colour world of comic books, focusing on classic stories, new issues, comic creators and hot button topics.

Comic books have been around for a long time. A century, give or take a few years. Over this time, a number of amazing stories have been told. Tales of daring adventure, romance, and even slice-of-life anecdotes. So many creative stories have been told that it stands to reason a few ideas would get repeated over the years. This is probably most true in the land of super heroes. Marvel and DC have each been a major force in the industry for decades and they’ve done their fair share of recycling ideas. Some are understandable. Others are unforgivable.

Join Andrew and Sammy this week as they take a look at Comic Book Cliches and tell us all which ones have been done to death. There are certain ideas that need to leave the world of graphic fiction and NEVER COME BACK! But which plot devices are the major culprits? Find out this week as they lay it all out. No stone will be left unturned and no suspect left untouched. This is the definitive list of comic book story don’ts….even if Andrew and Sammy disagree on a few of them. Still, this list is official! Pay attention and you just might learn something (and be entertained as always).

Have an idea for a certain topic we should cover? Have an indie comic book you’d like us to review? Send us an email at [email protected] with “Back Issue Bloodbath” in the subject line. We’d love to hear from you.

If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!

 

Originally Aired: 03/03/17

We discuss the news of the week. Rumours that David Harbour (Stranger Things) is up for the role of Cable in Deadpool 2. Neil Gaiman signs a “first-look” deal with Freemantle Entertainment. The sudden passing of actor Bill Paxton of Aliens, Twister, True Lies, Near Dark and Frailty.

Our review of Logan starring Hugh Jackman, Patrick Stewart & Dafne Keen. Synopsis: It’s 2029. Mutants are gone—or very nearly so. An isolated, despondent Logan is drinking his days away in a hideout on a remote stretch of the Mexican border, picking up petty cash as a driver for hire. His companions in exile are the outcast Caliban and an ailing Professor X, whose singular mind is plagued by worsening seizures. But Logan’s attempts to hide from the world and his legacy abruptly end when a mysterious woman appears with an urgent request—that Logan shepherd an extraordinary young girl to safety. Soon, the claws come out as Logan must face off against dark forces and a villain from his own past on a live-or-die mission, one that will set the time-worn warrior on a path toward fulfilling his destiny.

We also talk in studio with Jamillah Ross & Danielle Cole of The Dandies, a Toronto based Star Trek themed improv troupe. Also joining us by phone will be Dale Wells, a good friend of the show and one of the founding members of The Dandies. The Dandies will be beaming down to the Toronto ComiCon (Metro Toronto Convention Centre – March 17th to 19th) to put on a few shows (two Trek focused and one based on Superheroes). The Dandies were formed by Andie Leathley and Dale Wells in 2010. Their flagship show is Holodeck Follies, a monthly improvised Star Trek comedy and variety show, created in 2012. The Dandies were nominated as Best Improv Troupe in Now Toronto’s Reader’s Choice award (2015, 2014).

It was a great show!

Plus for our Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing Star Trek Discovery, also more Star Trek.

If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!

Production Credits:

Geek Hard Logo – Candice Hibbard and Rich Robbins

Technical Production – Gary LaBarr, Recorded at the Reality Radio 101 Studio

Producers – Andrew Young & James Green

Music Credits:

Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman

“DMZ” by Leslie Hudson

“The Man Comes Around” by Johnny Cash

“Old Man Logan” by Pulled from Panels

“Holodiction” by Leslie Hudson

“Favourite Daughter” by Leslie Hudson

“Bulletproof” by Los Lobos

Closing Music “Kelly’s Heroes” by Black Grape

Welcome friends to Back Issue Bloodbath, a comics-centric podcast presented by Geek Hard. Join hosts Andrew Young and Sammy Younan as they get down and dirty in the four-colour world of comic books, focusing on classic stories, new issues, comic creators and hot button topics.

This week, we bring you another Creator Spotlight as we look back on the career of cartoonist Bryan Lee O’Malley. Best known as the man behind the Scott Pilgrim graphic novel series, Bryan has spent almost 2 decades making comics professionally. Getting his start at Oni Press, O’Malley has become synonymous with stories about twenty-somthings trying to find their place in the world while dealing with magical realism and great obstacles. Whether it’s his first graphic novel Lost At Sea, the Scott Pilgrim series, Seconds or even his current work at Image, Snotgirl, O’Malley has excelled at telling strange adventures grounded in emotional conflict, presenting characters the reader can identify with. There’s a lot of drama in his work…..and we mean that in the best way possible.

Join Andrew and Sammy as they take a look at the various comic book offerings from Bryan Lee O’Malley. There’s also much talk of Toronto, love gone wrong and even a reference to an early 90s cartoon. All of this amazing stuff is waiting for you. All you have to do is click the play button and you will be transported to the magical land of Back Issue Bloodbath. I can’t think of a better way to spend the next half hour. Can You?

Have an idea for a certain topic we should cover? Have an indie comic book you’d like us to review? Send us an email at [email protected] with “Back Issue Bloodbath” in the subject line. We’d love to hear from you.

If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!