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Originally Aired: 09/09/16

We discuss the goings on at Fan Expo Canada 2016. We look back at the weekend that was and some of the great people we got to talk with during our time their. We have clips of our talks with the ONLY Batman Kevin Conroy, Herschel from Walking Dead and so much more Scott Wilson, the super scary Ash Vs. Evil Dead star Dana DeLorenzo, an iconic comics artist Klaus Janson of Daredevil & The Dark Knight Returns and we got to speak with Veronica Taylor the voice of Ash Ketchum from Pokemon and Sailor Pluto in Sailor Moon.

Our review of The Wild Life starring Yuri Lowenthal, David Howard Thornton and Marieve Herington. Synopsis: Times are good for Mak the parrot, Scrubby the goat, Carmello the chameleon and the rest of the wildlife that inhabit a tropical island. Their day-to-day routine gets shaken up when a mysterious creature washes up on shore. He’s a sailor named Robinson Crusoe, and he’s the only human survivor of a terrible storm that destroyed his ship. As the animals get to know their peculiar new guest, they find him to be a useful ally when two conniving cats try to seize control of their exotic paradise.

We also talk with Stefan Lawrence, one of the organizers of the Fan2Sea Cruise: 5 days of fandom on a cruise ship with some of your favourite genre stars and comic creators. With guests like Michael Rooker, Gail Simone, Sonequa Martin-Green, Jimmy Palmiotti and Amanda Conner, it’s bound to be a rockin’ good time at sea. Stefan is on to tell us all about this great adventure, happening January 19th to 23rd, as well as how you can get tickets and get on the boat! A convention at sea in the dead of Winter sounds like a plan to me and it might to you as well.

It was a great show!

Plus for our Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing season 1 of the Netflix Original hit series Stranger Things.

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 Gavin Stephens 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 marks a very special episode as Andrew sat down with comic writer (and longtime Geek Hard supporter) J Torres at Fan Expo Canada to talk about his first published work, The Copybook Tales. Originally released in the mid-ninties, The Copybook Tales is about Jamie, a young man trying to make it as a comic writer and finding inspiration from the journals he kept in his teenage years in the eighties. A semi-autobiographical indie comic, the series was released through Slave Labor Graphics and eventually was released as a trade paperback collected edition from Oni Press. With art by Tim Levins, the book remains a cult classic for the comic fans lucky enough to find this gem.

Take a listen as Andrew talks with Torres about his inspirations for the book as well as his begrudging commitment to buying the works of John Byrne, his real life high school group of friends that had too many Craigs, and his undying love for Phoebe Cates. Strap yourselves in for a fun, nostalgic revisiting of The Copybook Tales, the comic that started J Torres career 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.

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Originally Aired: 09/02/16

We discuss the latest appearance of Matthew McConaughey(?) how is on to share his unique look on all things nerdy and the universe as usual. We also have the return of the Geek Hard Music Club. We play a track from The PDX Broadsides latest album Something Rotten, Catatonic. The song is about fans meetings their celebrity idols and how that sometimes goes awry.

We take a look at the upcoming Fall TV lineup. If you’ve listened to Geek Hard over the years, you know that we like to talk about geek and genre television at great length. We especially love to prepare you all for the new t.v. series that come our way. And we’ve reached that time of year again where an abundance of new shows are on the horizon. Join us as we take a look at the upcoming Fall TV season. We be break down the new programs for September thru December for Network, Cable and streaming services. Take a listen and maybe you’ll hear about a new show that’ll pique your interest.

But that’s not all as we’ll also be taking a trip back to 1986 to talk about one of the biggest animated films (and bigger financial flops) of that decade – Transformers: The Movie. The animated film is celebrating it’s 30th Anniversary this year and will be sporting a new Blu-ray Edition in September. Before that comes to be, Andrew and Mr. Green (and Mr. McConaughey) will be giving their thoughts on the legacy of the film and what it means to Transformers fans.

It was a great show!

Plus for our Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing some more of Fall TV  lineup as we look at the returning.

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 Gavin Stephens 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.

Andrew is once again joined by Young Boy James and Mr. Kris Johnson for another rousing discussion on the four colour world of comics! This week, we bring you a Creator Spotlight on a writer that has wowed the Geek Hard crew many times and has even won a Froggy Award for being such a great guest: Greg Rucka. Greg Rucka’s comics career began in 1998 when Oni Press published a little mini series called Whiteout, a police procedural meets murder mystery that takes place in Antarctica. It would be the first of many tales from him that stars a female protagonist who must use equal parts brains and brawn to find answers. Since then, Greg has worked a plethora of companies including DC, Marvel, Image and Dark Horse to name a few. Whether it’s been super heroes, mystical beings, cops, secret agents or private detectives, Rucka has always brought us fantastically flawed characters that we can’t help but follow.

Listen as the guys take a look back on some of Greg’s greatest comic stories and relive their favourites. And you’ll get to hear the man himself as many a clip from past Geek Hard interviews are featured. If you’re a fan of Greg Rucka, you’re gonna enjoy this dissection of the creator. If you’ve never read any of his work before, you’ll have a new reading list by the end of the episode. Either way, you’ll have a good time with 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.

If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!

Originally Aired: 08/26/16

We discuss the geek news of the week. Talk about the rumour that Rock & Vin Diesel are actually not really fighting and might be a a publicity stunt for WWE. Marvel comics Ri Ri Williams who takes over the mantle of Iron Man will be called Iron Heart. Victor Miller’s lawsuit to reclaim the copyright of Friday the 13th series.  Bryan Singer’s bold declaration that Legion and other X-universe TV shows & movies will all connect together going forward in the future.

Our review of Mechanic: Resurrection starring Jason Statham, Jessica Alba and Tommy Lee Jones. Synopsis: Arthur Bishop thought he had put his murderous past behind him when his most formidable foe kidnaps the love of his life. Now he is forced to travel the globe to complete three impossible assassinations, and do what he does best, make them look like accidents.

We also talk with Tiffany Smith. Tiffany has been all over internet and television spreading the word of geek, most notably as one of the hosts of DC All Access and most recently, as a correspondent on the new AMC show, Geeking Out with Kevin Smith and Greg Grunberg. Tiffany Smith has lived all over the country, from L.A. to San Diego, Hershey to New York. Every move created an exciting opportunity to explore, develop new friendships, and cultivate new interests. Each experience built up her spirit for adventure, a love for travel and the ability to connect with just about anyone. From SoCal surfer to Manhattan fashionista to MIT technology geeks, she is equally at ease. After a successful stint in New York, Tiffany felt like it was time for her next big adventure – moving to Los Angeles! Since living in LA she has been putting, what she likes to call, her glamorously geeky personality to good use. Working for G4, MSN, E! News, Marvel, Oxygen, CW Talks, Fandango, DC All-Access and AMC’s Geeking Out.

It was a great show!

Plus for our Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing some the events/panels from the upcoming Fan Expo convention Sept. 1-4 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

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 Gavin Stephens 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.

As Gavin is still away, Andrew and his panel of comic “experts” will play. Joining Andrew once again is the man known as Young Boy James, a boy trapped in a man’s body. Also returning to the program is Andrew’s Co-writer on the New Comics blog, Kris Johnson! Three men forever trapped in discussions about comics and pop culture share one of those discussions with you once again. This time, that discussion is about the DC instant classic known as Sinestro Corps War.

The Sinestro Corps War is an event book that was told in the pages of Green Lantern and Green Lantern Corps in the Summer and Fall of 2007. Seen as the sequel to Green Lantern: Rebirth and known to most GL fans as the Empire Strikes Back of writer Geoff Johns’ run on the comic, The Sinestro Corps War is considered a crown jewel in DC continuity. With amazing character develop of all the Earthbound Lanterns (Hal Jordan, Kyle Rayner, John Stewart and Guy Gardner) as well as Sinestro himself, this series holds a very special place in Andrew, James and Kris’ hearts. Listen as they discuss what made the book so special and explain why no other Green Lantern story has lived up to it since on an ALL NEW 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.

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Originally Aired: 08/19/16

We discuss the geek news of the week. DC/WB announces an animated movie finally going back to the well and using the Batman ’66 cast in November. The remake of Clue coming out from Fox which apparently will be a world wide mystery-action-adventure. CW announces that Rob Thomas (iZombie/Veronica Mars) is producing The Lost Boys for 2017. All with in studio guest Shaun Hatton. You’ll remember him from his days on G4 Canada talking video games and other nerd stuff, but he is also the organizer of Nerd Noise Night at The Legendary Horseshoe Tavern Sept. 3rd @ 9pm get your tickets here.

Our review of Kubo and the Two Strings starring Charlize Theron, Art Parkinson and Matthew McConaughey. Synopsis: Young Kubo’s (Art Parkinson) peaceful existence comes crashing down when he accidentally summons a vengeful spirit from the past. Now on the run, Kubo joins forces with Monkey (Charlize Theron) and Beetle (Matthew McConaughey) to unlock a secret legacy. Armed with a magical instrument, Kubo must battle the Moon King (Ralph Fiennes) and other gods and monsters to save his family and solve the mystery of his fallen father, the greatest samurai warrior the world has ever known.

We also talk with another long time friend of Geek Hard who’s music has been featured on our program many times: Wordburglar! Burgie joined us via phone to talk about the show as well as an upcoming music video for his song Narc Hi-Score. If you’re a fan of Wordburglar, you can help out with the making of this music video by purchasing a stylish Tee Shirt. Needless to say there was nerdy talk between the guys, Hatton and Wordburglar alike……and everything you need to know about Nerd Noise Night at The Legendary Horseshoe Tavern Sept. 3rd @ 9pm.

It was a great show!

Plus for our Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing the Transformers: The Movie with uber fan Shaun Hatton.

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 Gavin Stephens 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, Andrew delves back into the vault to bring you some classic interviews with great comic creators. First up is a conversation with Jimmy Palmiotti at the 2012 edition of Fan Expo Canada. Andrew hadn’t seen Jimmy in years and the last time they had talked, he had told him about a very special box of comics. Andrew gets him to retell that story as well as give his thoughts on creator owned comics vs. doing work for “The Big Two”. One lesson is made very clear during this discussion: You should always listen to Jimmy ’cause it’s good for your health.

Our second interview is from Andrew’s time at the 2015 Toronto ComiCon where her caught up with Becky Cloonan. The two chat about her Image title Southern Cross. The first issue had just come out at the time and she had lots to say about it. Andrew also asks her about “the Future of Comics” and where the industry is headed as it pertains to what readers are looking for these days. Becky gives some very thoughtful answers and gives a little insight from a creator’s perspective.

Two great interviews for the price of free! Not a bad way to spend your time. Give the show listen and enjoy. Next week, we bring you more comics discussion from Andrew and our illustrious panel of comic experts.

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: 08/12/16

We discuss the geek news of the week, rapid fire style. WB being sued for false advertising in Suicide Squad. The focus of Star Trek: Discovery lead will be a woman who is not a captain. Rogue One trailer 2 released. Luke Cage trailer finally released. Greg Berlanti announces a 2 part musical episode crossover with Flash & Supergirl. Man of Steel sequel still in development. Robbie Reyes Ghostrider getting a new series with Marvel comics. Hulu announces that they are producing a documentary about Batman co-creator the legendary Bill Finger.

We talk with the voice that fans of Killjoys (on Space and Syfy) have become quite accustomed to: Tamsen McDonough (aka Lucy, the AI spaceship). Tamsen chats with us about her on-camera appearance on last Friday’s episode as well as what’s upcoming for our favourite reclamation agents in the latter half of the season. Actor Tamsen McDonough continues her series regular role in season two of the hit sci-fi adventure series KILLJOYS, currently airing on Space (Canada) and SyFy (United States). Tamsen was born in Vancouver, British Columbia and began her formal acting training at Simon Fraser University (SFU). Her love for acting started at a very early age when she played an orphan in her grade three production of Oliver Twist. From there, her acting bug fed on student films as well as shorts and indie projects.

Our review of Pete’s Dragon starring Bryce Dallas Howard, Robert Redford and Oakes Fegley. Synopsis: Mr. Meacham (Robert Redford), a woodcarver, delights local children with stories of a mysterious dragon that lives deep in the woods of the Pacific Northwest. His daughter Grace (Bryce Dallas Howard) believes these are just tall tales, until she meets Pete (Oakes Fegley), a 10-year-old orphan who says he lives in the woods with a giant, friendly dragon. With help from a young girl named Natalie (Oona Laurence), Grace sets out to investigate if this fantastic claim can be true.

We also talk with James Armstrong one of the organizers of Fan Expo Canada, happening September 1st to 4th at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre. He fills us in on all the great guests and events that will be taking place this upcoming Labour Day weekend.

It was a great show!

Plus for our Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing the current state of blockbuster genre films lack of female directors.

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 Gavin Stephens 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.

Andrew, Young Boy James and Sammy Younan (of Girth Radio) return to bring you yet another Bloodbath and this time, the battlefield is their own childhood. Join the guys as they travel back through their personal histories and reveal a very special moment in each of their lives: Their first time…….getting invested in a comic story. What did you think we were gonna talk about here? This isn’t the story of the first comic each of them ever read. No, instead we’re talking about the first comic they still remember reading for the first time. Listen as Andrew explains his love for single character stories thanks to an issue of G.I.Joe, James falls in love with the work of Alan Moore and Sammy explains how Grant Morrison almost ruined Batman for him.

Exciting stories lay ahead. There’s talk of birthday party loot bags and Marvel’s original Secret Wars mini….there’s even a shout out to Andy Runton’s Owly. No stone is left un-turned and no childhood memory left untouched……that didn’t come out right. Regardless, it’s another fun and exciting episode of Back Issue Bloodbath. SO WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? Give it a listen RIGHT NOW! First Comic Memories await!

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!