Punisher: Body Count

Before the heat stroke sets in, let's enjoy another fun episode of Punisher talk.

Introduction - Jake talks about living like a caveman and eating like a king, and I bring up a tale of trickery from my dad.

News -Man, so much news. We watch the much-discussed Punisher vs. Red Hood fan film, and also talk about a possible actor pick for future Punisher films/tv shows. We also go in a slightly different direction with the female Thor/Dead Archie announcements. We also announce the winner of the Punisher Bend Em's figurine.

Mail Call - We discuss how much of a tin-foil theory a fan has about Punisher: Born, and also talk about Frank's connection/hatred of Magneto.

Bullet Points - We cover the now cancelled Thunderbolts #28 as our rage simmers to embers. We also discuss Original Sin #6.

Flashbacks - We unearth an unpublished Chuck Dixon story called "Sauria," where Frank plays God mode in The Savage Land.

Discharge Papers - Jake recommends Arnold Schwarzengger's autobiography Total Recall, and I talk up the suspenseful sci-fi movie Under the Skin.

So hey how ya doin'?

Introduction - Jake and I recount our summer reunion/vacations, and I talk about a special celebrity I met!

News -There's a new contest we're running! Click here for rules and instructions! Remember, you need to tell us the individual sales for Thunderbolts #27 and Punisher #6. Also, this mayor is crazy! Finally, click here to check out that unreleased Chuck Dixon Punisher story.

Mail Call - We answer questions from newpunisherfan1 and Ivo Santos.

Bullet Points - We cover the Thunderbolts #26, with Ben Acker and Ben Blacker as the new writers! We then go deeper into the conspiracy with Original Sin #4 and 5, and top things out with Punisher #7 and 8.

Flashbacks - Happy belated 4th of July, we're covering Punisher: War Journal #1 (vol. 2). It's the one where Frank and Bucky get into a fight over who like Captain America more, and it's also the one where I go into violent flashbacks about the series..

Discharge Papers - So how about the mysterious Original Writer behind the re-release Miracleman books? We talk about that. Jake recommends you watch BBC's The Muskateers and I analyze Just a Pilgrim, a lesser known Ennis work, where the writer breaks off from his normal tracks for a bit. I make a mistake and call it an IDW publication, but the book was actually published by Dynamite.

I need to keep this stuff sparse today. As mentioned in the intro, I have guests over right now, and it's quite relevant to the show!

Introduction - Jake and I discuss our summer plans, such as him and his family coming to my town!

News - The Kingpin character has been cast in the upcoming Daredevil TV series.

Mail Call - We go in-depth on your recommendations and questions!

Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts #26, Original Sin #2 and 3, and Punisher #5. Solid comics, go buy them!

Flashbacks - We cover a smorgasbord of stories in Punisher #30 (vol. 1). It's Frank going up a serial killer who runs a museum. It's a quiet classic.

Discharge Papers - Jake recommends you go check out the show Video Game High School made by the RocketJump guys. I watched this show on Jake's recommendation and I'm backing it too. I recommend you check out the artist Anais Mitchell, but just to clarify, the song I mentioned and played is called "The Brightness" from the album of the same name.

Introduction - I talk about a King Kong-themed séance I attended and shows off his handy-man side by discussing a new gaming table he's making from scratch.

News - The army is creating a new high-tech gun nicknamed "The Punisher!" Jake and I then play "guess the comics sales" for Thunderbolts and Punisher, and then we go over the specifics of the upcoming Punisher/Black Widow crossover.

Mail Call - We answer your incredibly pessimistic mail!

Bullet Points - We cover Original Sin #1 and Punisher #5. Solid comics, go buy them!

Flashbacks - We cover a smorgasbord of stories in Punisher Annual #3 (vol. 1). There's kung fu fighting, trips to Hell, and libertarian conspiracy theories. Good times.

Discharge Papers - Jake has some tv recommendations for you and I have some old school monster movies you should check out. I was also a guest on episode 3 of Jeremy Fein's Hunnic Outcast podcast where we had a hilarious time discussing the original Godzilla movie and comparing it to the American '98 movie. Friend of the show Wyatt Jones was also there to add to the fun.

Jake and I were sleep-deprived while doing this, so prepare for a steady stream of mild anger at everything!

Introduction - Jake talks about his busy schedule and I'm right there with him (except for some vidya game sessions).

News - We cover the recent death of 2004 Punisher actor John Pinette dying, do some podcast deck clearing, and also talk about Wolverine dying soon.

Mail Call - We answer important questions about color coordination and the greatest generation.

Bullet Points - We cover Age of Ultron What If #3 and #4 and Thunderbolts #25. They're okay.

Flashbacks - We cover Punisher 2099 #7-9. These are radical to the maxxx!!1!

Discharge Papers - Jake and I like Captain America 2 and Hardcore History. You should check that stuff out!

Post-Credits - I went to the Record This subreddit and asked the talented people there to do a silly reading of the Long, Cold, Dark monologue. In the end, I went with Jamison Ward's hilarious contribution, but you should check out everyone else's as well!

Introduction - Jake is working hard and a sweet new van has entered out lives.

News - We announce the winner of the t-shirt contest! Afterwards, I talk about my recent guest appearance on The Pull Bag: After Dark! We talked about comic book character deaths. Check it out! Also, here's that cool cosplay article were talking about!

Mail Call - We answer questions about 'roids and show how this show has a dark side.

Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts #24 and Punisher #4. We had some fun, but we also let off some steam about the format of how these comics are coming out. They are fine comics on their own, but they aren't great for podcasting, as we will explain.

Flashbacks - We look back on the 2006 issue The New Avengers: Letters Home, which was special-made for those serving in America's military. Can Captain America, Ghost Rider, Silver Surfer, and The Punisher save the stolen emails of our servicemen and women?!

Discharge Papers - Jake talks about his daughter is in love with the show Cosmos, and how he's catching up on The Sarah Conner Chronicles on Amazon Streaming. I go into classic movie mode and talk about watching Death Wish for the first time. We wrap up with some funny Pete Holmes skits based on Street Fighter. Oh, I also talk up the game A Wolf Among Us, but don't by it for iOS.

Introduction - Jake and I talk about how tiiiiired we are, but so happy with how Indiana Comicon worked out.

News - We talk about the new creative team on Thunderbolts and oh hey we got interviewed!

Mail Call - We struggle with our tiredness as we answer your intelligent questions.

Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts #23 and say goodbye to the sweet prince that was Venom.

Dane and Jake Go to the Movies - Jake and I discuss Avengers Confidential: Black Widow/Punisher. Be amazed at how great Frank is! Be simply okay with the voice acting! Be enraged at the Elihas character!

Flashbacks - In Punisher #52, we have Frank going after a baby-napper. The letters page is pretty great.

Discharge Papers - Jake recommends some music, I recommend some Nutmeg, and then we have a discussion over the "NOT MY X" phrasing used in fan circles.

Introduction - Jake gives some vital information about Indiana Comicon and I fight the nihilism off from my cleaning lady.

News - Charles Soule has a big announcement concerning Thunderbolts and we give updates about the Indiana Comicon meetup and how the shirts are selling.

Mail Call - We answer three pieces of mail from our listeners.

Bullet Points - We cover Thunderbolts #22 and Punisher #3. Elektro is powerful but easily distracted!

Flashbacks - We cover the Intruder original graphic novel from a powerhouse crew: Mike Baron, Bill Reinhold, and Carl Potts. This was recommended to us by Arch Stanton and it became a favorite.

Discharge Papers - Jake recommends some board games and I talk about the new Shadowrun Returns DLC before I lose my mind.

Introduction - Jake brags about his sweet HSA plan and I talk about a traffic altercation. Jake also talks about some bonding time with his daughter by preparing for the apocalypse.

News - I give a minor update on the letter writing campaign the listeners and I have been doing to get us recognition in the new Punisher comic. Remember, their email address is [email protected], and you need to say it's fit to print to see it in the comic.

I also talk about upcoming Punisher comics and appearances.

We also plugged Blackstone's original story, "The Sentencer: Detroit Deathtrap." He's written some acclaimed Punisher and Executioner fanfiction, so give it a look. This bit of news gave us an idea to do a future show on Punisher fanfiction and fan art. We want the good, the bad, and the straight up weird, so please email us or post on the facebook fan page to contribute!

We wrap things up with a dialogue on the newly announced Fantastic Four reboot. Fascinating stuff.

Big Announcement - We got t-shirts now! Click here for more information. The design is pretty great.

Mail Call - We answer questions about drugs, thugs, and personality shifts.

Bullet Points - We cover Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #10 and Punisher #2. Here's that Newsarma interview I was talking about. Newsarama interview for bullet points

Flashbacks - We cover the "Mother Russia" arc from Punisher MAX, in honor of the Winter Olympics!

Discharge Papers - Jake is watching a little known anime called Trigun, perhaps you've heard of it? I wrap things up with me hyping up Charles Soule's She-Hulk because it is wonderful.

In Soviet Russia, podcast plays you or something. Let's get this started.

Introduction - Jake and is avoiding his plague-ridden daughter, and I talk about the drugs I bought from the internet.

News - I bring up upcoming releases, Marvel's new animated film staring Punisher and Black Widow, and our nomination into the Geekcast Radio Awards. Click here to vote for us! We also bring you some Preacher news about it coming to AMC, America's growing nerd mecca.

Mail Call - Jake and I talk about our creative dream teams, reference covers, HALO jumps, practicing between kills, and language fluency.

Bullet Points - We cover Superior Spider-Man Team-Up #9, where Frank and Daredevil team up with Spider-Man to keep them minions in check. Also Thunderbolts #21 exists, and we gathered some phonecalls that may signal some bad times for the series. And hey, Punisher #1! Our opinion? Edmonson and Gerads have saved comics. You will also hear my plan to get the show onto the letter page.

Flashbacks - We read Chuck Dixon and John Buschema's Punisher: War Zone #26-30, where Frank messes up and has an adventure in South America. Apologies to our Florida listeners. You know I love you guys.

Discharge Papers - I recommend a bunch of shows I'm watching these days and Jake talks up All-Star Superman and The Hunted starring Christopher Lambert.