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Doug Sakmann was a truly special individual – a valued member of the Troma Team, friend, filmmaker, and shit disturber. Doug first joined Troma as a production assistant on Citizen Toxie, working his way up to an associate producer, and then going on to produce the Troma's Edge TV series while joining the company full-time as the Head of Production, a position he held until 2002 when he left to form his own production company Backseat Conceptions, which created the Punk Rock Holocaust film series in association with the Vans Warped Tour. Doug also produced and starred in the Kabukiman's Cocktail Corner web series, and he became synonymous with Sgt. Kabukiman, having portrayed the character far more times than anyone else. In addition, Doug was also a journeyman special effects artist, having created FX for everything from music videos to commercials to video games to TV shows and feature films, including the Return to Nuke 'Em High films and Shakespeare's Shitstorm.
Doug tragically passed away on June 27, 2024 at just 43 years old. In July of 2023, we sat down with Doug for over two hours to talk about his time in Tromaville. The original intent was to use clips of the interview across various topics that we're covering on the show. In light of what's happened we've decided to air the full interview (mostly) uncut along with remembrances from some of his friends and colleagues. Please enjoy our look back with Doug on a very special episode of Talkin' Troma.
Hosted by Zack Beins. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit. Special thanks to Liam Regan, Debbie Rochon, Lloyd Kaufman, Bjarni Tómasson, Tiffany Shepis, Chris Seaver, and Zac Amico.
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It's a very special bonus episode as host Zack Beins is joined by Scream Queens Debbie Rochon (Terror Firmer, Tromeo & Juliet) and Monique Dupree (Shakespeare's Shitstorm) LIVE at the Colorado Festival of Horror. As a special treat, Ms. Rochon is also presented with a Lifetime Achievement Award for her service to independent cinema.
Hosted by Zack Beins. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit. Special thanks to Debbie Rochon, Monique Dupree, Dan Crosier, and Bret Smith from the Colorado Festival of Horror.
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Introducing Talkin' Troma with Zack Beins! The ultimate podcast experience for cinephiles and fans of all things Troma Entertainment! Join Zack and friends on a journey through the wild, weird, and wonderful world of Troma films, where cult classics and B-movie gems collide! Films like: The Toxic Avenger, Class of Nuke 'Em High, A Nymphoid Barbarian in Dinosaur Hell, Combat Shock, Bloodsucking Freaks!
Each episode, Zack brings you exclusive interviews with Troma alumni, behind-the-scenes insights, and never-before-heard stories from the independent studio that shaped a generation! From Tromaville to Hollywood, Talkin' Troma covers it all, celebrating the irreverent spirit and DIY ethos that define Troma's legacy! So whether you're a die-hard Tromaville resident or a newcomer to the house that Toxie built, tune in to Talkin' Troma with Zack Beins and unleash your inner cinephile!
Hear the show streaming on Thursdays at 9 PM Eastern in the Loudspeaker mobile app and at loudspeaker.org. Also available wherever you listen to podcasts. Subscribe now and join the conversation at https://www.talkintroma.com.
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Today on a special Extra Edition of Talkin' Troma, we chat with Super7 founder and owner Brian Flynn. Super7 has been producing collectibles based on The Toxic Avenger and Toxic Crusaders for years, with its latest ULTIMATES! Glow in the Dark Radiation Ranger debuting this weekend at New York Comic-Con 2023. We chat about future plans for the toy line, his favorite character designs, Toxie's unique appeal, the culture of the toy business, and much more in this exclusive interview.
Super7 is a premier pop-culture design house and producer of lifestyle-oriented collectibles, toys and apparel based in San Francisco. Super7 has harnessed the graphics, aesthetics and energy of his youthful obsession with science fiction, giant monsters, comic books, punk rock, skateboarding, robots and rebellion to build a unique and innovative business that crosses all categories and is not bound by traditional manufacturing boundaries.
The company released their first ReAction figure based on the Toxic Avenger in 2017. Toxie made his debut as one of the very first Ultimates! figures in 2019 along with a wave of ReAction Figures based on the Toxic Crusaders. An expanded Ultimates line for Toxic Crusaders followed in 2022.
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Psychiatrist Dr. Horatio meets a new patient, Chris, who surprises him with his abilities of perception.
Directed by Jack Baumgardner
Sound Engineering by Dave Robison
Major Arcana Writing Team: Laura Arbury, Jack Baumgardner, Jill Garroway, Kate Hawthorne, Brian Hughes, Dave Robison, Teri Robison, Morgan Taylor, Roy Thompson, Carol Van Natta, Bob Weber
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Naomi Benell as Carla
Nathaniel Cron as Chris
Tym Lynch as John
Jon Wilkinson as Zach
Judith Allen as The Narrator
Major Arcana is a collection of original short stories inspired by the archetypal themes and concepts of the mystical Tarot. Each of the 12 full-cast audio dramas gathered in this collection is a unique tale woven from the joys and challenges we all face on our journey of life. Drawing together the brightest and darkest threads of our awareness, the stories of Major Arcana create a rich and engaging audio experience.
Major Arcana is presented by Rabbit Hole Radio Theatre, a co-production of Loudspeaker and OpenStage Theatre & Company. Hear past seasons and learn more at https://rabbitholeradio.org.
Loudspeaker™ is an LGBTQIA-led, non-profit listener-supported public radio service and production studio devoted to amplifying the voices, stories, and artistic expressions of underserved communities. Loudspeaker's mission is to make the world a better place by ensuring that everyone can be heard. Learn more at https://www.loudspeaker.org.
Struggling musician Irvin Masters receives a package from his aunt Thalia that may change his reality as he knows it.
Directed by Toni Alexander
Sound Engineering by Emarit Ranu
Major Arcana Writing Team: Laura Arbury, Jack Baumgardner, Jill Garroway, Kate Hawthorne, Brian Hughes, Dave Robison, Teri Robison, Morgan Taylor, Roy Thompson, Carol Van Natta, Bob Weber
Cast
Linda Adam-Hall as Abby Roades
Ailie Holland as Kelly and Amy
Heath Howes as Irvin
Matthew Korda as Michaels
Sam Piccone as Gabe Vine
Becky Weaver as Thalia
Gena as Zerlan
Judith Allen as The Narrator
Major Arcana is a collection of original short stories inspired by the archetypal themes and concepts of the mystical Tarot. Each of the 12 full-cast audio dramas gathered in this collection is a unique tale woven from the joys and challenges we all face on our journey of life. Drawing together the brightest and darkest threads of our awareness, the stories of Major Arcana create a rich and engaging audio experience.
Major Arcana is presented by Rabbit Hole Radio Theatre, a co-production of Loudspeaker and OpenStage Theatre & Company. Hear past seasons and learn more at https://rabbitholeradio.org.
Loudspeaker™ is an LGBTQIA-led, non-profit listener-supported public radio service and production studio devoted to amplifying the voices, stories, and artistic expressions of underserved communities. Loudspeaker's mission is to make the world a better place by ensuring that everyone can be heard. Learn more at https://www.loudspeaker.org.
Special delivery! Proof of life!
Reports of his death have been greatly exaggerated. In this special bonus episode, host Zack Beins talks with long-time member of the Troma Team (and director at Loudspeaker) Chris Lanphear about his earliest Troma memories, Tromaville.com, yacht financing, and the future of the show. We also tease some of the topics for the upcoming third season of Talkin' Troma!
Later, Zack checks in with two new Troma productions. First, writer/director Liam Regan's EATING MISS CAMPBELL, the world's first sapphic cannibal horror-comedy-love story. The film is currently making the film festival and theater rounds before an action-packed Blu-ray coming later this year.
After, we talk with director Ben Johnson about his upcoming film CURSE OF THE WERE-DEER, which producer Lloyd Kaufman calls, "Like BAMBI, but different!" The film, which is currently in post-production, stars familiar Troma favorites Nadia White, Zac Amico, and Babette Bombshell.
So as you can see, there's lots going on in Tromaville and behind-the-scenes at Talkin' Troma! Buckle up, because season 3 is just around the corner!
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Hosted by Zack Beins. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios.
Excerpt from "The Sound And The Fury: Composing Troma's War" courtesy of Locked Groove Recording Company. Talkin' Troma Theme Music by J57 and Bald Halfwit.
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On this episode, Tiff threatens to boycott because Doc hasn't been publishing episodes and Priest D is bothered by his auto mode.
On this episode, Priest D's Grandma is in town, and she is telling us all about her time growing up in Chicago living next to 2 Gunz Pete and other stories.
Shannon Curtis has been making music for 25 years—first, as the front-woman for a Christian-lite rock band in her twenties while a pastor’s wife, then as a chanteuse divorcée composing broken-hearted love songs after leaving both her marriage and her religion.
In the last decade—as a result of constant house concert touring—Shannon developed both a passionate underground following and also an album-based songwriting style, centered around taking her audiences on intentional journeys of personal growth, connection, and healing.
This remains true on her new 80s-inspired synthpop album, Good to Me, the animating questions behind which are: how will empathetic people survive the troubles of this time? And how we can rescue our overburdened spirits from overlapping disasters such as rising fascism and climate collapse?
Shannon offers Good to Me as both a soundtrack and rallying cry for every person who knows that healing ourselves is the first step in healing the world.
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Music by Shannon Curtis from her album, "Good to Me". Hosted by Sarah Monares. Produced by Chris Lanphear for Loudspeaker Studios.
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