The Fanbase Weekly Podcast

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Corinna Bechko (writer - BOOM! Studios' The Space Between, Dark Horse Comics' Sister Imperator) and Gamal Hennessey (attorney/author - The Business of Independent Comic Book Publishing, The Business of Freelance Comic Book Publishing) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including the most important characteristics of Captain America, the importance of the Thomson Reuters case against AI use, and Disney's capitulation to Trump's policies.

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests David Accampo (writer – Fanbase Press' The Margins, Lost Angels, Spectral: A Showcase of Fear) and Jack Phoenix (librarian, writer - Maximizing the Impact of Comics in Your Library: Graphic Novels, Manga, and More) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Superman/Aliens (1995) in light of the comic book mini-series' 30th anniversary, with topics including how pitting the Man of Steel against the Xenomorph highlights the hero's greatest strengths and weaknesses, whether crossovers with comic book superheroes really work for the Alien franchise, the plans for a canon new Supergirl origin in Superman/Aliens, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Superman/Aliens abound in this panel discussion!)

In the Season 10 premiere episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Amit Tishler (Edenfrost, The Last Wardens, Post-Mortal) and Elliot Sperl (The Last Wardens, Post-Mortal) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including why the time is right for a Buffy the Vampire Slayer revival, the controversies from the Fantastic Four trailer, and the ripple effects of Neil Gaiman's transgressions.

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Barbra Dillon and special guests Craig Miller (original Director of Fan Relations at Lucasfilm, writer – Star Wars Memories, More Movie Memories), Norm Harper (writer – Fanbase Press' The Sequels, Haphaven / LEGO blogger), Amanda Donahue (artist – Fanbase Press' The Margins), and Paul Pakler (co-host – Paul and Corey Cross the Streams, Quality Time with Family Ties, writer – Hobo Code) participate in a thorough discussion regarding White Christmas (1954) in light of the film's 70th anniversary, with topics including how the film differs from other Christmas films, how it reflects American culture and in what ways, the allure of the dance sequences, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for White Christmas abound in this panel discussion!)

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Scott Rubin (writer – Naming Your Little Geek: The Complete List of Comic, Game, Sci-Fi & Fantasy Names / toy reviewer – ActionFigureInsider.com), Chris Rubin (Art director), and Rylend Grant (Ringo Award-winning writer – The Peacekeepers, The Jump / co-host of The Writers Block podcast) participate in a thorough discussion regarding Gremlins (1984) in light of the film's 40th anniversary, with topics including how the film was almost much darker, the ways the story and characters reflect other Christmas films, the strength of the film's embrace of mythology and urban legends , and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Gremlins abound in this panel discussion!)

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Corinna Bechko (writer - The Space Between, Avatar: Adapt or Die), David Avallone (writer – Drawing Blood, Elvira Meets H.P. Lovecraft), and Paul Pakler (co-host – Paul and Corey Cross the Streams, Quality Time with Family Ties, writer - Hobo Code) participate in a thorough discussion regarding 2010: The Year We Make Contact (1984) in light of the film's 40th anniversary, with topics including the film's themes of empathy and physical connection, the common criticism that the film is an unnecessary sequel, the heroism of David Bowman, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for 2010: The Year We Make Contact abound in this panel discussion!)

In the Season 9 finale episode, the Fanbase Press staff provides a thoughtful retrospective, looking back at 2024 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 2025 with more podcast excitement. Stay tuned to the Fanbase Press website for updates regarding the launch of Season 10 for The Fanbase Weekly and Fanbase Press' 15th anniversary. Happy holidays!

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guest Corinna Bechko (writer - The Space Between, Epitaphs from the Abyss) to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including what the election results could mean for the comics business, the passing of actor Tony Todd, and reactions to the new Thunderbolts* trailer.

In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-host Bryant Dillon and special guests Jessica Maison (writer, Mary Shelley's School for Monsters), Art Ebuen (Emmy Award-winning animator, writer – California, Inc.), and Raf Salazar (freelance artist / In Hiatus Studios co-founder) participate in a thorough discussion regarding The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 (2014) in light of the film's 10th anniversary, with topics including how the film has become even more relevant in the past decade, its uncharacteristic depiction of the effects of war on its heroes, how the film's symbols of rebellion have been used in real-world protests around the world, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for The Hunger Games: Mockingjay - Part 1 abound in this panel discussion!)

In the latest episode, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts welcome special guests Chris Ryall (co-founder and publisher - Syzygy Publishing) and Jordan Hart [creator/writer of Eisner-nominated Ripple Effects (Fanbase Press), The Cabinet (Syzygy Publishing), Dread the Halls (Syzygy Publishing)] to discuss the latest geek news stories of the week, including why writers Mark Waid and Stewart Lee are questioning their ability to tell superhero stories, how the comics industry is fleeing Twitter for Bluesky, and Storm's upcoming debut in Marvel's What If...? series.