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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.

It’s always a great feeling when they finally re-release a long out of print series in a new hardcover. It gives a whole new generation of readers the chance to discover a classic story. Such is the case with the recent release of Moonshadow: The Definitive Edition from Dark Horse Comics. Written by J.M. DeMatteis with artwork from Jon J. Muth, this 12 issue Sci-Fi Fantasy Epic has had quite the publication history.

Originally published by Epic in the mid to late 1980s, the series would be re-released almost a decade later through Vertigo Comics. A couple of years after that, a graphic novella called Farewell, Moonshadow was also printed under the Vertigo Imprint to wrap up the series. Now, over 20 years later, the entire series and novella have been collected by Dark Horse. That is a journey fitting for a story about one boy’s journey across the cosmos into manhood.

Take a listen to the latest Back Issue Bloodbath to hear Andrew and Sammy’s review of Moonshadow. Is this another fine piece of fantasy? The answer is waiting for you on an ALL NEW Bloodbath!

A special thanks to Penguin Random House Canada for providing a copy of Moonshadow; The Definitive Edition, available now. Pick up yours today.

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. Support us on Patreon.

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Originally Aired: 08/16/19 – We review Good Boys. We talk with comics legend Todd McFarlane. We also talk with actor Shelley Pack of Chasing Molly

Show Notes:

We talk with actor and writer Shelley Pack. She talks about her film, Chasing Molly. Released earlier this year, the film follows Molly, a paranormal con artist who cleans people of their valuables instead of their demons who accidentally rips off a Drug Kingpin. She now has to save her kidnapped partner and herself while battling through the under belly of Los Angeles. Shelly chats about the making of this film and more! (*Note director Josh Sutherland was scheduled to be part of the interview but due to a technical issue he was unable to join)

Our review of Good Boys starring Jacob Tremblay, Keith L. Williams and Brady Noon. Invited to his first kissing party, 12-year-old Max asks his best friends Lucas and Thor for some much-needed help on how to pucker up. When they hit a dead end, Max decides to use his father’s drone to spy on the teenage girls next door. When the boys lose the drone, they skip school and hatch a plan to retrieve it before Max’s dad can figure out what happened.

We also talk with comics legend Todd McFarlane! Todd’s coming to Toronto for Fan Expo Canada‘s 25th Anniversary Show to promote issues 300 and 301 of Spawn! We talk about Spawn, his career and toys! Todd McFarlane broke into comics in March 1984 at Marvel. With his unique style and commitment to quality, Todd worked his way to the top of Marvel’s artist roster. His work on Amazing Spider-Man took that title to #1 and launched Todd’s career into superstardom. Marvel eventually gave McFarlane his own title. Spider-Man #1 shipped to stores September 1990 and became the best-selling comic of all time, selling more than 2.5 million copies. In 1992, Todd left Marvel to form Image Comics with Jim Lee, Rob Liefeld, Jim Valentino, Erik Larsen, Marc Silvestri and Whilce Portacio. There he released Spawn and has had a broad range of experience in entertainment, sports and publishing. For more on Todd McFarlane, check out his website.

It was a great show!

Geek Hard Extra:

Plus exclusively for our $4/month+ Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra episode we play the extended full Todd McFarlane interview.

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 StudioHosts/Producers – Andrew Young & James Green

Music Credits:

Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman“Mountain Song” by Brass Against featuring Maya Azucena“Someways” by Nicolai Heidlas“Renegade Master (Friend Within Remix)” by Wildchld“Heat of the Moment” by Asia“Nobody Speak” by DJ Shadow featuring Run The Jewels“Do The Evolution” by Pearl JamClosing 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.

In the history of the DC Universe, there isn’t a more hopeful hero than Nightwing. Dick Grayson has always been the quintessential masked crimefighter. His wit is sharp. His morals are true. He’s the guy that you hope is protecting your streets. At least, he was.

After a gunshot wound to the head, Ric Grayson isn’t in the hero game anymore. He’s walked away from being Nightwing and is now slummin’ it on the streets of Bludhaven as a homeless cabbie. (No really, he is!) That doesn’t mean that there isn’t a Nightwing. There’s a new hero in town. In fact, there’s a new team in town!

Join Andrew and Sammy as they give their review of Nightwing: Knight Terrors. Written by Fabian Nicieza and Scott Lobdell, the story is steeped in 90s nostalgia. But how much nostalgia is too much nostalgia? Find out on the latest episode of Back Issue Bloodbath!

A special thanks to Penguin Random House Canada for providing a copy of Nightwing: Knight Terrors, available now. Pick up yours today.

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. Support us on Patreon.

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Originally Aired: 08/09/19 – We review GLOW Season 3. We talk with actor Alanna Bale of Killjoys. We also talk with James Armstrong of Fan Expo Canada

Show Notes:

We talk with actor Alanna Bale. Alanna plays big bad The Lady in the final season of Killjoys. She talks to us about that and more! Alanna Bale was born in Ottawa and, as the daughter of a diplomat, had the opportunity of living in different countries around the world. She was 13-years-old when she landed her first professional acting job in Poland after responding to an audition notice for the film Thr3e that was posted at the American school she was attending. When she returned to Ottawa, Bale landed a lead role in the series Prime Radicals, playing the role of Alanna in 52 episodes between 2011 and 2014. She plays Kelly Cardinal, the daughter of series lead, Billy Campbell on the hit CTV series Cardinal. She can also be seen as The Lady in the final season of Killjoys, currently airing on SPACE and SYFY.

Our review of Netflix’s GLOW Season 3 starring Alison Brie, Marc Maron and Betty Gilpin. Season 3 follows the ladies of GLOW as they take the Vegas strip by storm. Now headliners at the Fan-Tan Hotel and Casino, the women quickly realize Sin City is much more grind than glitter. Ever the team cheerleader, Ruth’s passion for the show begins to take a backseat to her growingly complicated personal life. Debbie is making headway as a producer, but continues to be consumed with guilt over the distance between her and her son. As their residency wears on, the lines blur between performance and reality, and the cast find themselves struggling with their own identities both in and outside of the ring.

We also talk with convention organizer James Armstrong about celebrating the 25th anniversary of Fan Expo Canada! He talks about the four-day show running from August 22nd to 25th. Including the lineup of celebs and comic creators as well as the many festivities leading up to the event.

It was a great show!

Geek Hard Extra:

Plus exclusively for our $4/month+ Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra episode we discuss Amazon Prime series The Boys based on the comic by Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson.

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 StudioHosts/Producers – Andrew Young & James Green

Music Credits:

Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman“Tetherless” by Leslie Hudson“Black Magic” by Magic Wands“I’ve Got A Thing For You” by Slove“Viva Las Vegas” by ZZ Top“Listen to Your Heart” by Roxette“Saved by The Bell Theme” by Michael DamianClosing 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.

If you’ve been listening to Back Issue Bloodbath for a long time now, you already know that Andrew is a big fan of Grant Morrison. Sammy’s a fan as well. When you pair this writer with certain characters, you get magic! Allstar Superman, JLA and New X-Men are great examples of Grant Morrison bringing something to a title that needed it. The same can be said of his current run on Green Lantern with artist Liam Sharp.

Focusing on the “Super Cop” aspect of Hal Jordan’s persona, Morrison’s Green Lantern is part police procedural, part social commentary on the use of authority in the modern world. Whether it’s arresting God Almighty for crimes against the Earth or saving a pocket universe from destruction by using pure force of will, Hal Jordan is the John McClean of the cosmos and it shows. It’s nice to have some bad-ass space-cop stories once again!

Join Andrew and Sammy as they take a look at the legendary lantern’s current adventures. We also discuss the beautiful artwork of Liam Sharp. There’s even an appearance by a giant-sized Green Arrow. Loads of fun is waiting for you on the latest 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. Support us on Patreon.

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Originally Aired: 08/02/19 – We review Hobbs & Shaw. We talk with actor Jess Kove about his film D-Day.

Show Notes:

We were scheduled to speak with actor Adam Lindo who is in Orange is The New Black Season 7. However, due to unforeseen circumstances, he wasn’t able to call in the studio Friday night.

Our review of Hobbs & Shaw starring Dwayne Johnson, Jason Statham and Idris Elba. Ever since hulking lawman Hobbs (Johnson), a loyal agent of America’s Diplomatic Security Service, and lawless outcast Shaw (Statham), a former British military elite operative, first faced off in 2015’s Furious 7, the duo have swapped smack talk and body blows as they’ve tried to take each other down. But when cyber-genetically enhanced anarchist Brixton (Idris Elba) gains control of an insidious bio-threat that could alter humanity forever — and bests a brilliant and fearless rogue MI6 agent (The Crown’s Vanessa Kirby), who just happens to be Shaw’s sister — these two sworn enemies will have to partner up to bring down the only guy who might be badder than themselves.

We also talk with actor Jesse Kove to promote his upcoming film D-Day. This year marks the 75th anniversary of D-Day, the day when Allied forces landed on the beaches of Normandy, France, to fight the Nazis in World War II. Jesse will be on to talk about what it was like working with co-stars Chuck Liddell and Randy Couture and more! Born in Los Angeles California, Jesse Kove was raised in a Film, Television and Theatrical family. Jesse follows in his father’s (Martin Kove) footsteps proudly. In 2016, Jesse co-starred alongside Joseph Fiennes in the highly anticipated World War II drama “On Wings of Eagles” (The unofficial sequel to “Chariots of Fire” ). Jesse also co-produced and co-starred in the acclaimed teen crime drama “As Night Comes”. On television, he starred in Alloy Entertainment’s episodic show “First Day”, and went on to star in the SyFy channels “Axe Giant”, and co-starred in the first-ever live-streamed episodic “Steve The Intern”.

It was a great show!

Geek Hard Extra:

Plus exclusively for our $4/month+ Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra episode we discuss Batman: Hush The Animated Movie from DC/WB Animation studios.

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 StudioHosts/Producers – Andrew Young & James Green

Music Credits:

Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman“Locked and Loaded” by Leslie Hudson“You’ve Got Time” by Regina Spektor“The Remedy (I Won’t Worry)” by Jason Mraz“Even If I Die” by Idris Elba featuring Cypress Hill“Time In A Bottle” by YUNGBLUD“Quiet’s Theme” by Lucas KingClosing 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.

“Everything you know is a lie!”common comic book trope.

This week on Back Issue Bloodbath, we examine one of the most popular comic tropes of all time! The “everything you know is a lie” trope has fuelled a number of iconic retcons for the past 50 years or more. Sometimes, this device has been used correctly, leading to a new foundation of character growth. Other times, the execution of this element misfires and creates a new set of problems for writers to explain away the best they can. From the Saga of the Swamp Thing reveal to the Weapon X Files to The Real Truth About Krypton, this revelation remains a tricky beast.

Join Andrew and Sammy as they dive deep into the history of some of Comics’ most famous “Everything You Know Is a Lie” moments. We look at not only the stories themselves but the reasons that led to them. We also talk about some of the players involved. It’s a deconstruction of one of the biggest tricks of comic book writing! Give us a listen to find out the truth behind the lies 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. Support us on Patreon.

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Originally Aired: 07/26/19 – We review Once Upon a Time in… Hollywood. We talk with actor Kristian Bruun of Ready or Not. We also speak with actor Rob Stewart of Killjoys.

Show Notes:

We talk with actor Kristian Bruun! Kristian has been a long-time friend of the show and is back again to talk about multiple projects including Departure, Carter and the film Ready or Not that hits theatres this August! We’ve done a number of interviews with Kristian and all of them have been tons of fun. Whether it’s on the phone, at a convention, or in front of a live audience, Kristian has always had a good time with us.

Our review of Once Upon A Time In Hollywood starring Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt and Margot Robbie. Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in… Hollywood visits 1969 Los Angeles, where everything is changing, as TV star Rick Dalton (Leonardo DiCaprio) and his longtime stunt double Cliff Booth (Brad Pitt) make their way around an industry they hardly recognize anymore. The ninth film from the writer-director features a large ensemble cast and multiple storylines in a tribute to the final moments of Hollywood’s golden age.

We also talk with actor Rob Stewart. A man of many roles, Rob will be on to talk about the final season of Killjoys and MORE! Rob Stewart is a Canadian actor from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Throughout his career, he has guest-starred in numerous television roles. Stewart is known for such roles as Nick Slaughter on Tropical Heat, Andrew Talbott on Peter Benchley’s Amazon, and Andre McBride on Painkiller Jane. Stewart played Roan in the CW hit action television series Nikita for its first two seasons. He also appeared in six episodes of Beauty & the Beast. in 2013, he was cast in Suits as corporate raider Tony Gionopoulos, appearing in 5 episodes. Since 2015, Stewart has played Khlyen, a significant recurring character in Killjoys.

It was a great show!

Geek Hard Extra:

Plus exclusively for our $4/month+ Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra episode we discuss the MCU Phase 4 announcements from SDCC.

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 StudioHosts/Producers – Andrew Young & James Green

Music Credits:

Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman“In Awe of You” by Emily Mac“Ready Or Not (E.Y. Beats Remix)” by The Fugees“The Star Of County Down” by The High Kings “Brother Love’s Travelling Salvation Show” by Neil Diamond“Straight Shooter” by The Mammas and The Papas“Self Defined” by Maya PayneClosing 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 on Bloodbath, we take a look back on the storied career of one of the best writers in comic history: Marv Wolfman. In the 70s, Marv was a Marvel guy! He took the horror comic Tomb of Dracula to the top of the sales charts and introduced the world to Blade. He also had a hand in creating both Bullseye and Black Cat. Not a bad track record. But Marv wasn’t done there. In the 1980s, Marv would jump to DC Comics and team up with artist George Perez to give the House of Ideas a run for its money. They relaunched The Teen Titans as the The New Teen Titans and created another sales giant. They would then relaunch the entire DC Universe with the event book Crisis on Infinite Earths!

Join Andrew and Sammy as they take a look at the many great comic works of Marv Wolfman. He got his start as a teenager along side best bud Len Wein. He went on to become a comic legend with decades of hits! Listen as we celebrate another icon of the industry 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. Support us on Patreon.

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Originally Aired: 07/19/19 – We review Killjoys Season 5 first three episodes. We also talk about the news that broke in the first two days of San Diego Comic-Con.

Show Notes:

We talk the news of first jammed packed San Diego Comic-Con. There was a ton to discuss from preview night and the first two days of the show. We talk Robotech, Halloween, Game of Thrones, Terminator: Dark Fate, The Walking Dead, The Expanse, The Orville, Cobra Kai, Marvel’s Agents of SHIELD, Batman Beyond AND the trailers released. Phew, that was a lot! All that and we still hadn’t heard from the MCU or any of the other big news on Saturday and Sunday yet. Next week’s Geek Hard Extra we will discuss the BIG news (MCU and more) from the weekend.

Our review of Killjoys now airing on Space and SyFy starring Hannah John-Kamen, Aaron Ashmore and Luke Macfarlane. Following the shocking Season 4 cliff-hanger, the final season kicks off after the Killjoys, with Aneela’s help, succeeded in killing the Green, the repository of living memories through which the Hullen lived eternally. But instead of helping Aneela escape it, they lead The Lady (Alanna Bale, CARDINAL) into their world. Here, she harnesses her ability to control their memories in hopes of finding Jaq (Jaeden Noel, THE EXPANSE), the Hullen heir. Returning for the final battle are our lead trio of bounty hunters with Hannah John-Kamen joined by her co-stars including Canadian Screen Award nominee for Best Lead Actor in a Drama Series Aaron Ashmore (CARDINAL) as John Jaqobis, and Luke MacFarlane (THE NIGHT SHIFT) as D’avin Jaqobis. Season 5 also sees the return of fan-favourites Thom Allison (KIM’S CONVENIENCE) as Pree; Sean Baek (THE ART OF MORE) as Fancy; Rob Stewart (THE HOT ZONE) as Khlyen; Patrick Garrow (PURE) as Turin; Kelly McCormack (DEFIANCE) as Zeph; and Mayko Nguyen (HUDSON & REX) as Delle Seyah.

We were also scheduled to talk with actor Jesse Kove about his new film D-Day which is available September 6th. However, we were not able to connect with Jesse while on air. After the show went off air we were able to connect with Jesse and recorded that interview to be played in August. We are sorry if you tuned in specifically to listen to Jesse but stay tuned for when we do air the interview in the coming weeks.

It was a great show!

Geek Hard Extra:

Plus exclusively for our $4/month+ Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra episode we air the interviews we did last summer from our Killjoys Season 5 set visit.

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 StudioHosts/Producers – Andrew Young & James Green

Music Credits:

Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman“San Diego” by Charlie Walker“Living a Lie” by Varna“Don’t Worry Be Happy” by David Deblois“Shores of Normandy” by Jim RadfordClosing Music “Kelly’s Heroes” by Black Grape