Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast

This episode of Talking Apes is dedicated to Apes fan, cosplayer, and friend, Angela Gibbons.

Hello to all you Chimps, gorillas, orangutans and even you damn dirty humanoids! We are back and this time Talking Apes attended the Los Angeles premiere of Making Apes: The Artists Who Changed Film. We have reactions from those who were there that night such as director, William Conlin; Lou Wagner (Lucius), fans, and an extra who appeared in Battle for the Planet of the Apes - John Landis!

Richard and Mark also share their spoiler free reactions to this film with many heartfelt moments. And listen to how YOU can help get Making Apes seen on streaming and pay services.

We also hear from MUCKYCHRIS.COM about their awesome 3D printed Planet of the Apes busts and sculptures. If you ever wanted a Zaius buddha, you're now in luck!

In Listen To The Apes, we read your feedback and discuss whether we will drop future conversation about the Gary Dubin conspiracy, or DubinGate (I think you know the answer).

Now Go Ape! Just don't Go Monkey..

On this episode we're going to acknowledge and review the Tim Burton's 2001, Planet of the Apes reboot/reimagining/remake (you decide)! So welcome back to all you Chimps, gorillas, orangutans and even you damn dirty Humanoids! For this Urko-sized task of tackling this film, we brought in reinforcements: Max Cervantes (Ape cosplayer) and Dean Preston (Simian Scrolls fanzine). We also read many of your comments from our Facebook post threatening we were going to do this. I know what you're thinking, however, the results may surprise you. As Zaius once said, don't look for it, you may not like what you find.

To balance out Burton's Apes film with the classic Apes, we recorded this episode from the actual Planet of the Apes film and TV shooting locations at Malibu Creek State Park. After our recording, we ventured out and visited the spots where many iconic scenes took place. Fortunately the fires that took place just weeks before didn't destroy these landmarks. Look for the location hunt video on the Skywalking Through Neverland Youtube channel.

Now Go Ape!

Talking Apes talks with Dana Gould! Happy Holidays to all you Chimps, gorillas, orangutans and even you damn dirty Humanoids! We want to Welcome you once again to Talking Apes! This is your Planet of the Apes podcast where we spotlight the classic Apes era. We talk with authors, actors, the fan community, and we have also broken down each episode of the live and action and animated Planet of the Apes TV Series.

On this episode we will be speaking with none other than writer, producer, Ape-fanatic, and author of Planet of the Apes: Visionaries - Dana Gould! Dana just adapted Rod Serling's original Apes script into a graphic novel from BOOM! Studios. We talk fandom, films, and about his alter-ego, Dr. Zaius!

Richard and Mark share stories of Planet of the Apes Christmas gifts of years past as well as what is available from the classic Apes era this year from BOOM! Studios, WETA Workshop and more.

Hello to all you Chimps, gorillas, orangutans and even you damn dirty Humanoids! Welcome back to Talking Apes! On this episode we feature an interview with author J.W. Rinzler about his NEW book, The Making of the Planet of the Apes.

This has been a huge year for classic Planet of the Apes. In February the Ape community kicked off the 50th Anniversary with screenings and lots of new merchandise including graphic novels and books. One such book is the long-awaited, The Making of Planet of the Apes, by author JW Rinzler which is set for release 10/23 by Harper Collins.

With a foreword by Fraser Heston, Charlton Heston's son, The Making of Planet of the Apes is an entertaining, informative experience that will transport readers back to the strange alternate Earth ruled by apes, and bring to life memorable characters such as Cornelius, Dr. Zira, Dr. Zaius, and Taylor, whose time-traveling sparks an incredible adventure. Meticulously researched and designed to capture the look and atmosphere of the film, The Making of Planet of the Apes is also packed with a wealth of concept paintings, storyboards, and never-before-seen imagery—including rare journal pages and sketches from Charlton Heston's private collection—as well as color and black-and-white unit photography, posters, and more unique ephemera.

Comprehensive in scope, The Making of Planet of the Apes is the definitive look at the original blockbuster film, a must-have for fans, film buffs, and collectors alike. And yes, there is a Felix Silla/Gary Dubin discussion included in our conversation with JW Rinzler.

Now Go Ape!

We welcome you back to Talking Apes with a BANG and the Planet of the Apes 50th Anniversary! We hope everyone has had a great summer!

We spent the past few months attending Apes panels and book signings so we could share with you apes here and now.

In this episode, we discuss the Planet of the Apes 50th Anniversary events, screenings and panels held at USC for their Visions and Voices series that ran from February to August. And in case you missed them, we'll play highlights from these events. To see them in their entirety, scroll to the bottom of these show notes to watch!

We also give our spoiler-free review of the new graphic novel from BOOM! Studios, Planet of the Apes: Visionaries. This original Rod Sterling script was Adapted by comedian/actor/Ape-Fanatic, Dana Gould, and artist Chad Lewis, into a never-before-seen story. See for yourself if this adaptation resembles the original film we all know and love, or the animated Return to the Planet of the Apes with the use of higher tech modes of transportation.

And….. Once again when we have to break a promise. We posted on several Apes FB groups that we were going to review the 2001 Tim Burton film. But after several meetings with ourselves we thought it was too much to cram into one show. We guarantee it is coming!

Now, Go Ape!

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Hello to all you chimps, gorillas, orangutans and even you damn dirty Humanoids! Talking Apes is back from their amazing time at the biggest celebration of horror, Monsterpalooza! This creature-fest was held in Pasadena over the April 13-15 weekend and we got sooooooo much great stuff to share with you apes.

We recorded discussions with:

• Cast and Crew of Making Apes including Lou Wagner (Lucius in Planet of the Apes), William Conlin (director) and Tom Burman (make-up legend)
• David Naughton (Dr. Stole from The Surgeon episode of the live action series, David Kessler in American Werewolf in London)
• Los Angeles Ape City Costume group
• Bobby Porter
• ...And a special surprise reunion!

We know we said on our last 2 episodes that we were going to cover the Planet of the Apes 50th Anniversary screenings and events held during USC's Visions and Voices program, and trust us we will. There have just been so much happening in Apes fandom that is timely such as the documentary, Making Apes! Speaking of which, have you contributed? The campaign just extended its run until May 20th. Many great incentives, just go to indiegogo.com for more details and to drop a few bucks!

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"Somewhere out there, there has got to be something greater than man!"

There is, Taylor! And that something is Talking Apes! Whether he meant actual talking apes or just this podcast we want to welcome everyone back to your Planet of the Apes podcast!

I know we said on our last episode we were going to cover the Planet of the Apes 50th Anniversary screenings just held at USC in Los Angeles, and we will. But as we continue to compile that episode, We wanted to bring you our conversation with filmmaker William Conlin regarding his upcoming documentary, Making Apes: The Artists Who Changed Films, a documentary that features stories from a large array of artist involved in bringing the Planet of the Apes universe to life. Everything from the films to the live-action TV show!

The last time we had a documentary that focused on the Apes of the classic days was to commemorate the 30th Anniversary. It was called Behind the Planet of the Apes and it premiered on AMC and can also be found on the DVD box set. Now as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary, William Conlin is very close to finishing, and he is with us now to tell you about how you can help finish this project and earn yourselves some exciting incentives! Just head over to indiegogo.com starting March 21, 2018! We also get into some interesting feedback. Some good, some just missing the point on our goal with the show.

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Talking Apes is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the original Planet of the Apes film by releasing this special episode on the same release date of February 8!

Actor Bobby Porter steps into the Apes studio/living room to talk with us about his career including his big scene as Cornelius in Battle for the Planet of the Apes where he comes face-to-face with gorilla general, Aldo. He also goes behind-the-scenes working on the live-action Apes TV series as two characters, Arno (Escape from Tomorrow) and Remus (The Good Seeds). Then finally we get to the bottom of the Felix Silla/Gary Dubin debate! Who played that gorilla child in Apes? This may be the answer we've been looking for...or is it?

We also share ways of celebrating the y\Year of the Ape! USC Visions and Voices in Los Angeles is presenting all 5 original Ape films starting with the Planet of the Apes on Feb. 9 which will also feature a legacy panel full of writers, directors, make-up artists and actors from the original and current Ape films. Screening of the sequels continue through Feb. 28.

The USC School of Cinematic Arts has partnered with 20th Century Fox to host an exclusive exhibit titled, "50 Years of POTA!" A vast collection of props, costumes and photos will also be on display from Jan. 26-May 13th at the Hugh Hefner Exhibit Hall which is in the lobby of the George Lucas building on the USC campus. For more info go to visionsandvoices.usc.edu

BOOM! Studios and Twentieth Century Consumer Products have just released on Jan. 3rd, PLANET OF THE APES: URSUS, a 6 issue graphic novel series about the classic franchise's most notorious villain. the series will follow the rise through the ranks of the ape who has hated (and feared) mankind the most, including what first brought him to the Forbidden Zone. This is the first project from BOOM! Studios as part of their yearlong celebration of the franchise's 50th anniversary.

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Happy Holidays Ape Fans! Welcome back to our new Talking Apes TV spin-off! For those of you who are just finding us let me catch you up: Talking Apes TV just recapped and broke down each episode of the live action and animated POTA TV series. But now since there are no more TV shows to argue over, we are branching off to talk with authors, actors and those in the Ape fan community.

In this episode we have a great discussion with E.C. Gaska, author of the short story 'The Unknown Ape' from 'Planet of the Apes: Tales from the Forbidden Zone'. He is also the author of the graphic novel, 'Conspiracy of the Planet of the Apes'. E.C. was currently tasked by Fox to straighten out the official Apes timelines for a more cohesive universe that contains many alternate "lanes". If you've read 'The Unknown Ape', you'll agree that FOX chose the right man!

We also read some emails from the Apes listeners who help us choose a name for this spin-off show since we are no longer just talking about the Apes TV series. And listener Mark De Vattimo sends us a holiday gift with an Apes inspired song, 'Pianetta Della Schimmie' from his band, Psychonaut!

And always remember, Apes Together Strong! Now Go Ape!

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Hey Hey Ape fans! Talking Apes TV is back with our new 'SPECIALS' episodes! Even though we covered both Planet Of The Apes TV series we thought we would now branch out and get to know the people involved in the films, TV shows and from the fan communities.

We have lots of guests already lined up and can't wait share our discussions. So for our first Talking Apes TV Special we have someone from the Apes fan community. For those longing for more content on the original films, shows and cast and crew stories, new material can be few and far between these days. Unless you head over to Hunter's Planet Of The Apes Archive and pour over their great fanzine - Simian Scrolls.

Simian Scrolls include interviews, articles, comic strips and so much more! Here with us to talk Apes is one of the Simian Scrolls writer's, Dean Preston!

Enjoy and GO APE!