The Fanbase Weekly Podcast

In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press co-founder Bryant Dillon and special guests Phillip Kelly (writer, filmmaker, and Fanbase Press Contributor) and Justin Peniston (writer - Hunter Black, Avengers Assemble, Fanbase Press Contributor) participate in a discussion regarding the Star Wars franchise and the themes of redemption and forgiveness, with topics including why redemption stories are universally important, the best representations of redemption in Star Wars, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for the Star Wars franchise abound in this panel discussion!)

In this fifth episode of Dream Journal, the podcast group POPSKL (Pissed-Off, Psychic Scary Kids of LA) discusses and dissects the stories, characters, themes, and importance of A Game of You, the fifth volume of Neil Gaiman's seminal comic series, The Sandman. Being creators themselves, they bring a unique perspective to this roundtable discussion about the themes of personal identity within A Game of You and inclusivity in storytelling. They also converse about what makes them tic, some recent or past dreams that have affected them, and some personal recommendations if you love The Sandman. POPSKL brings you big conversations for big stories, and The Sandman is one of the biggest. So, sit back, brew some java, and join the conversation.

In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press co-founder Bryant Dillon and special guest Eisner-nominated comic writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson (writer - The Last God, Warlords of Appalachia, Last Sons of America) discuss the announcement that he'll be writing the first Alien series coming from Marvel Comics, what he hopes to bring to the Alien mythology, why stories like this are important, and more.

In the Season 5 finale episode, the Fanbase Press staff provides a thoughtful retrospective, looking back at 2020 in pop culture and beyond. All of us at The Fanbase Weekly wish to extend our immense thanks to the talented guests who have joined us this past year, as well as you - the listeners - for tuning in each week. We'll be back again in 2021 with more podcast excitement. Stay tuned to the Fanbase Press website for updates regarding the launch of Season 6 for The Fanbase Weekly. Happy holidays!

In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press co-founders Barbra and Bryant Dillon and special guests Phillip Kelly (writer, filmmaker, and Fanbase Press Contributor) and and Sandra Dimas (co-host - The Story Geeks podcast) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Edward Scissorhands (1990) in light of the film's 30th anniversary, with topics including the inspiration for the film, its enchanting score by Danny Elfman, the talented cast, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Edward Scissorhands abound in this panel discussion!)

In this fourth episode of Dream Journal, the podcast group POPSKL (Pissed-Off, Psychic Scary Kids of LA) discusses and dissects the stories, characters, themes, and importance of Seasons of Mist, the fourth volume of Neil Gaiman's seminal comic series, The Sandman. Being creators themselves, they bring a unique perspective to this roundtable discussion while also conversing about what makes them tic, some recent or past dreams that have affected them, and some personal recommendations if you love The Sandman. POPSKL brings you big conversations for big stories, and The Sandman is one of the biggest. So, sit back, brew some java, and join the conversation.

In this third episode of Dream Journal, the podcast group POPSKL (Pissed-Off, Psychic Scary Kids of LA) discuss and dissect the stories, characters, themes, and importance of Dream Country, the third volume of Neil Gaiman's seminal comic series, The Sandman. Being creators themselves, they bring a unique perspective to this roundtable discussion while also conversing about what makes them tic, some recent or past dreams that have affected them, and some personal recommendations if you love The Sandman.

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guest Lonnie Millsap (cartoonist, bacön, The New Yorker) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including how Wonder Woman 1984's streaming release will impact theatres, the demands for Disney to pay royalties to its creators, the issue with using fascist characters in political arenas, and the demolition of the SETI dish.

In this Fanbase Feature, Fanbase Press co-founders Barbra and Bryant Dillon and special guests Phillip Kelly (writer, filmmaker, and Fanbase Press Contributor) and Janet Joyce Holden (writer - Carousel, Blood Paternal series) participate in a thorough retrospective discussion regarding Predator 2 (1990) in light of the film's 30th anniversary, with topics including the film's depiction of a near-future Los Angeles, its additions to and expansion of Predator mythology, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Predator 2 abound in this panel discussion!)

In the second episode of Dream Journal, the podcast panel discusses and dissects the stories, characters, themes, and importance of The Doll's House, the second volume of Neil Gaiman's seminal comic series, The Sandman. In this roundtable discussion, cast member Kelly Sue brings a unique take on The Sandman universe with her deep knowledge of Astrology and how it relates to storytelling in general. The group also discusses their current dreams and personal recommendations for listeners who love The Sandman.