Jamie Thomason returns to chat about casting Brigitte Bako as Angela, directing Frank Welker, and then we follow that up with an intellectually stimulating discussion on Cryptozoology – and of course we’re just kidding: we discuss Tim Curry as Dr. Sevarius (and can’t seem to stop quoting him), the episode’s strengths and weaknesses and a great time is had by all throughout as you would come to expect from the Weisman & Thomason Variety Hour! First Impressions also returns as we discuss our initial thoughts on “Dark Ages #6”, “Gargoyles #12” and “Gargoyles Quest #1″… it’s a great time to...

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Mark Von der Heide, the Sound Dubbing Supervisor, stops by to talk about his role in creating the sound for the series, his background in the industry, how Sound has evolved, the importance of this aspect of the production and their unsung heroism, as well as the art of the process. We also discuss “Kingdom” as we take a break from the World Tour and briefly return to Manhattan to check in on the clan and Brooklyn’s struggles with leadership. We talk about Fang and Jim Belushi’s amazing, over-the-top performance. Claw coming into his own, and more. Greg Weisman also...

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We sit down with Greg Weisman and discuss the second episode of the World Tour, the origins of the name: Queen Florence Island. The decision to reveal that Grandmother and Raven are Children of Oberon. Jennifer educates Greg B with the origins of the Natsilane legend. We also discuss the guest stars: Gregg Rainwater as Natsilane, Lawrence Bayne as Raven, and Amentha Dymally as Grandmother. In addition to this, while we praise the episode, we also discuss where things could have been improved upon, and the realities of doing your best work with limited time and resources when cranking out...

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We kick off the World Tour by sitting down with Mallory Reaves (author and daughter of Michael Reaves and Brynne Chandler) to talk about her career as an accomplished author and her childhood in the Disney Studios while Gargoyles was in production. We also discuss “Shadows of the Past”, the phenomenal animation, and arguments with the overseas studio. Goliath’s optimism in the face of darkness. Ed Gilbert’s performance. Why they chose to do the World Tour in the first place, and a variety of other topics. And, especially, Michael and Brynne’s brilliant script. And Jennifer talks about the Kickstarter she...

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We interrupt your regularly scheduled podcast to announce Greg Weisman’s return to Twitter after a horrendous hack back in December! Greg Weisman sat down with us to confirm his return and why he chose to return. We here at Voices from the Eyrie are, of course, grateful to have him back on Twitter and always grateful to his contributions to our podcast! Welcome back, Greg! Don’t forget to participate in the Kickstarter! Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Audible, Spotify, and your podcatcher of choice! And join us on Patreon for the Exclusive Video Edition! Although, not so-exclusive for this installment, as we’re...

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We are back! We discuss the current Kickstarter Campaign Dynamite Comics is running to bring back the Gargoyles comics published by Marvel in the 90’s (featuring art by Amanda Conner!) and the canon Gargoyles comics published by SLG in the aughts; and we’re joined by Gargoyles’ colorist, Robby Bevard; Bad Guys artist, Karine Charlebois; and series creator, Greg Weisman!!! But we need your help! As of this posting, Greg Weisman’s Twitter account is still hacked, so he has been unable to use that platform to spread the word! So we need you, the fans, to come in! Spread the word!...

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Brigitte Bako joins us to discuss her career as an actress, writer, producer and more. Being cast as Angela, playing a classical hero, and joining a series as a regular half-way through the second season. Themes of war, forgiveness, redemption and more are discussed with her and with Greg Weisman. The motivations of the Weird Sisters, the hubris of the Archmage, and the death of the Magus. The voice acting industry pre-pandemic versus where it is today is also talked about among many other topics. We also discuss news out of Toy Fair with new NECA Gargoyles figures revealed; the...

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Greg Weisman, Frank Paur, and Dennis Woodyard join us to discuss Avalon Part Two! That’s right, we have a trio of producers on board! We discuss Dennis’s career, background, bringing a third producer on board and many memories. Dennis keeping a level head when production stress started getting to people. Fights on the beach! Time loops! David Warner acting opposite himself! Introducing Angela! And so much more! Be sure to check out the Background Memo on the episode for loads of material that didn’t make it into the final result. Of course, we also talk about the news that recently...

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Karine Charlebois and Greg Weisman join us as we hop on board the skiff and head on off to the mystical isle of Avalon! Discussions range from the historical background of characters such as Kenneth II, Maol Chalvim II, Constantine III, Lady Finella and more. Sheena Easton’s voice acting. Constantine’s villainy and more. Plus the desire to do this triptych ultimately to build a more diverse Manhattan Clan… a mission which is still incomplete. All that and the spin-off that Greg Weisman would love to make, but would likely never be able to sell. Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts,...

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We chat with Greg Weisman to talk about Ed Asner’s breathtaking performance as Hudson, Xanatos’s desire for immortality, and the dramatic verbal duel they have between cage bars. We also discuss Elisa’s miraculous shot, Goliath going berserk, why this episode aired too early in the sequence and continues to be out of order on Disney+ and much more. We are also joined by Karine Charlebois to discuss the latest news from NECA and our first impressions on Gargoyles #9 and Gargoyles: Dark Ages #3! Comic Book Spoilers from 4:55 to 18:00. Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Audible, Spotify,...

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