Chris Skotchdopole edits this interview by Larry Fessenden of Glass Eye Pix with writer, director, producer and special projects instigator James Felix Mckenney, aka Monsterpants.
Studio Midnight
For more about Studio Midnight films, toys and other projects, visit studio-midnight.com
Wednesday, December 9, 2015
Glass Eye Pix 30th Anniversary Mini-Doc: James Felix McKenney
Chris Skotchdopole edits this interview by Larry Fessenden of Glass Eye Pix with writer, director, producer and special projects instigator James Felix Mckenney, aka Monsterpants.
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast 2015 Holiday Special: The Endless Ewok Orgy
In this, the 50th episode of the world’s worst podcast, Laree and Jim invite you to celebrate the holidays with them by watching with them the 1984 Star Wars TV movie “classic” Caravan of Courage - An Ewok Adventure!
Listen to the podcast to hear the show’s introduction and the usual chitchat. Then when the boys say it’s time, hit start on your own prized copy of the film or the YouTube video provided on the Before Geeks Were Cool Facebook, Tumblr and Twitter accounts to share the Ewok experience with your hosts.
It’s like spending the holidays with your family, but far, far worse. You have been warned.
Get it now on iTunes!
Saturday, December 5, 2015
Hear "The Tribunal of Minos" for Free at Indiewire!
Now you can hear James Felix McKenney's episode from Season 3 of Tales from Beyond the Pale streaming for free at Indiewire.com along with an exclusive interview with the writer/director. This stream is available for a limited time only, so tune in now!
Tuesday, November 24, 2015
Tales from Beyond the Pale Season 3 Available November 27th!
Season 3 of Glass Eye Pix’s Tales from Beyond the Pale series of audio dramas will be available this Friday, November 27th via the Tales website.
Included in this new series of 10 chilling stories is The Tribunal of Minos, written and directed by James Felix McKenney, starring Angus Scrimm (Phantasm, Automatons) and Mizuo Peck (the Night at the Museum series) with music by Carrie Bradley (The Breeders, Ed’s Redeeming Qualities).
Tales from Beyond the Pale Season 3 is available to download via Amazon, Audible, iTunes or the Tales website where a Book & Flash Drive set is also available to order: talesfrombeyondthepale.com.
Included in this new series of 10 chilling stories is The Tribunal of Minos, written and directed by James Felix McKenney, starring Angus Scrimm (Phantasm, Automatons) and Mizuo Peck (the Night at the Museum series) with music by Carrie Bradley (The Breeders, Ed’s Redeeming Qualities).
Tales from Beyond the Pale Season 3 is available to download via Amazon, Audible, iTunes or the Tales website where a Book & Flash Drive set is also available to order: talesfrombeyondthepale.com.
Thursday, November 19, 2015
Tales from Beyond the Pale Season 3 Posters Revealed!
Indiewire has posted all ten posters for the new episodes of Tales from Beyond the Pale! See them all here!
Monday, November 16, 2015
The Sea-Borgs Stash Super Sale at the MonsterPants Etsy Shop!
For a limited time only, a small stash of sold-out and discontinued Sea-Borgs figures are on sale in the MonsterPants Etsy shop. These toys are from the original production runs and are not re-casts. Just in time for the holidays, some Sea-Borg styles are available at reduced prices. Quantities are very limited, so don’t delay!
Sale ends December 4, 2015. Only on Etsy!
Sale ends December 4, 2015. Only on Etsy!
Thursday, October 29, 2015
Mini-Doc: TALES FROM BEYOND THE PALE Season 3
This new short documentary from Glass Eye Pix chronicler Adam Barnick features ‘Tales’ creators Glenn McQuaid and Fessenden detailing the origins of their macabre radio dramas; the nature of working exclusively with sound; and offer a sneak peek of the episodes and creators of Season Three.
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 49: Happy Hallowieners!
Celebrate Satan’s birthday with the World’s Worst Podcast! The Halloween horrors continue as Laree and Jim slip razor blades into candy apples while chatting about Universal’s classic monsters. Topics this episode include The Phantom of the Opera, Frankenstein, The Black Cat, The Wolf Man, Monster Mash from TwoMorrows Publishing, The Mummy, The House of Frankenstein, Lon Chaney, Dracula, Häxan, Famous Monsters of Filmland, The Bride of Frankenstein, The Deadly Mantis, Gary Gianni, The Invisible Man, Crimson Peak, Kirk Hammett’s Too Much Horror Business, Bela Lugosi, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, The Werewolf of London, The House of Dracula, Son of Frankenstein, Topps Creature Feature trading cards, Tarantula, Frankenstein Meets the Wolf Man, The Creature from the Black Lagoon, The Munsters, Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein and how you and your children have ruined Halloween.
Get it now on iTunes!
Get it now on iTunes!
Tuesday, October 27, 2015
Tales from Beyond the Pale Season 3 Animated Teaser!
Check out Beck Underwood's animated teaser for Tales from Beyond the Pale Season 3 exclusively at Blumhouse.
Tales Season 3 is coming soon!
Tales Season 3 is coming soon!
Friday, October 23, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 48: Bloodsucking Geeks!
The World’s Worst Podcast is back from the dead for its longest episode ever! Laree and Jim give you an extended recap of their activities during the recent hiatus (whether you want it or not) before launching into a Halloween-themed discussion centered around their favorite vampire films. Covered this time around — Laree’s trip to Maine, New York Comic Con, Halloween plans, Dark Shadows, Nosferatu, Cronos, Fright Night, Bram Stoker’s Dracula, Let the Right One In, Black Sunday, Martin, The Hunger, hopping vampires, the films of Jean Rollin, Forever Knight, Salem’s Lot, Shadow of the Vampire, The Lost Boys, Near Dark, Nosferatu the Vampyre, Klaus Kinski, Lifeforce, Habit, The Last Man on Earth, Mr. Vampire and Jim losing his geek faith.
Get it now on iTunes!
Get it now on iTunes!
Thursday, October 15, 2015
Automatons Collector’s VHS Available Online Now!
Now’s your chance to own a very limited edition VHS copy of the critically acclaimed MonsterPants movie, Automatons, from Lovechild Pictures! The tape is packed to the brim with extras, as well as a making-of interview zine, and every copy comes signed/numbered by the director.
With a release of only 50 copies, this one should go fast. Get yours today!
With a release of only 50 copies, this one should go fast. Get yours today!
Wednesday, October 14, 2015
Tales from Beyond the Pale Season 3 News at Fangoria
Head on over to Fangoria for an exclusive look at artwork for Season 3 of Tales from Beyond the Pale and a few details on the upcoming releases. More updates to come!
Tuesday, October 13, 2015
The Wendigo of Manitou Valley Comic Now Available to Purchase Online!
From Glass Eye Comix comes a tale inspired by Larry Fessenden’s indie horror film “Wendigo” that is suitable for readers of all ages. This 29-page full color comic book was written by James Felix McKenney and drawn, inked and colored by Braham Revel (Guerillas, X-men).
Get your copy today in the MonsterPants Shop!
Get your copy today in the MonsterPants Shop!
Monday, October 12, 2015
Watch Toylords of Chinatown Episode 4 Online!
Fresh off the premiere at NYCC, Sucklord's Toylords of Chinatown Episode 4 is now available to watch online! In this episode, the butcher shop scenes were guest directed by James Felix McKenney with Team MonsterPants regular David Hale shooting. Watch it now!
Saturday, October 10, 2015
The Wendigo of Manitou Valley at New York Comic Con!
The Wendigo of Manitou Valley is a new comic from Glass Eye Pix written by James Felix McKenney and beautifully drawn by Brahm Revel (Guerillas, X-men). Available now in booth #1865 at New York Comic Con!
Tuesday, October 6, 2015
Automatons at New York Comic Con!
Advance copies of the Automatons VHS from Lovechild Pictures (along with some other goodies!) will be on sale at New York Comic Con this week in the Glass Eye Pix booth #1865. Stop by and grab yours!
Thursday, October 1, 2015
Sucklord's Toy Lords of Chinatown Episode 4 to Premiere at New York Comic Con!
AT LONG LAST: TOY LORDS OF CHINATOWN EPISODE 4 PREMIERES AT NEW YORK COMICON!!!
The long awaited fourth installment of the low rent Sci-Fi Suckadelic serial Toy Lords of Chinatown will be screening during New York Comicon at THE PRODUCERS Club.
This episode of The Sucklord's mulit-part epic includes a couple of scenes "guest directed" by James Felix McKenney and shot by Team MonsterPants regular David Hale. Don’t miss it!
FRIDAY OCTOBER 9, 2015
THREE SHOWS: 9pm, 10:30pm, and Midnight!
The Producers Club 358 w 44th st bet 8th and 9th Ave NY NY 10036
$5.00 at the Door. Cash Bar on the premises.
The long awaited fourth installment of the low rent Sci-Fi Suckadelic serial Toy Lords of Chinatown will be screening during New York Comicon at THE PRODUCERS Club.
This episode of The Sucklord's mulit-part epic includes a couple of scenes "guest directed" by James Felix McKenney and shot by Team MonsterPants regular David Hale. Don’t miss it!
FRIDAY OCTOBER 9, 2015
THREE SHOWS: 9pm, 10:30pm, and Midnight!
The Producers Club 358 w 44th st bet 8th and 9th Ave NY NY 10036
$5.00 at the Door. Cash Bar on the premises.
Monday, September 28, 2015
Candyland Wraps!
Photography on Candyland, a short film written by Lisa Wisely and directed by James Felix McKenney is complete! Cinematography by Eric Branco, costumes by Tiffany Jordan and the acting talents of a group of wonderful young people combine to take us back to 1983. A big THANK YOU to everybody who helped make this production happen!
Friday, September 18, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 47: Freddy's Dad
In this episode your hosts pay tribute to filmmaker Wes Craven. Topics and tangents include The People Under the Stairs, Swamp Thing, Laree's adventures in cake making, the Scream series, Shocker, Force Friday, Phantom Menace toys, The Serpent and the Rainbow, Adrienne Barbeau - yes or no?, the Nightmare on Elm Street films, Galaxina, The Hills Have Eyes, Vampire in Brooklyn, Innocent Blood, Music of the Heart, The Last House on the Left, My Soul to Take, Angel Heart, Red Eye, Freddy Kruger merchandise for kids, Cursed and finally, the discussion on Jo-Ann Fabric stores that the listeners have been begging for.
Get it now on iTunes!
Get it now on iTunes!
Tuesday, September 15, 2015
Battle Damaged Automatons Companion Robot Figure from MonsterPants!
MonsterPants, known for both a series of independent genre films (Hypothermia, Satan Hates You) as well as its line of handmade Sea-Borgs toys, brings you the best of both worlds with a 1:18 scale Battle Damaged Companion Robot based on the character from the Glass Eye Pix / MonsterPants movie, Automatons.
This clunky, junky little robot was hand sculpted, cast, finished and packaged by the film's writer and director, James Felix McKenney. Crafted with the same DIY aesthetic as the film that inspired it, each figure is uniquely "battle damaged" and deformed, with the added feature of a spatter of maroon "Warbot" paint left over from the 2005 production of the movie.
With an ultra-limited run of just 12 pieces, the Automatons Battle Damaged Companion Robot will be available for $40.00 USD each plus shipping at the MonsterPants online shop at Noon EST this Thursday, September 17th.
Every order of this figure will also include an Automatons movie refrigerator magnet, postcard and a set of four collectible trading cards.
Automatons debuted at the Oldenburg Film Festival in 2006 and enjoyed a long life on the festival circuit as well as theatrical runs in New York and Chicago. The film was released on DVD a year later by Facets Video.
A collectible, limited edition VHS re-release of the film from Lovechild Pictures is scheduled for mid October of this year. For more information, visit the Lovechild Pictures Facebook page.
What the critics have said about Automatons:
"AUTOMATONS is a smart, thought-provoking tale equipped with the moody ambiance and intellectual integrity of a classic episode of THE OUTER LIMITS. That's high praise indeed." - SHOCK CINEMA
"The movie’s loving attention to light and shade transcends its hermetic setting and meager budget. At times the buzzing static and fizzy backlighting recall the glistening surrealism of the filmmaker Guy Maddin. Enormously endearing" - THE NEW YORK TIMES
"Ingenuity Triumphs Over No Budget in this Indie Sci-Fi Release" - TURNER CLASSIC MOVIES
"It's not a film of compromise but of sheer determination, refusing to be defined by its budget and liberated by a decision to overcome its bank account with sheer imagination." - NEW YORK SUN
"Best Shoestring Sci-Fi of 2006"- WIRED
"Robot radness achieved!" - VILLAGE VOICE
So act now! The robot uprising has begun!
Monday, September 14, 2015
Teaser trailer for Sucklord's TOY LORDS Of CHINATOWN Episode 4!
Finally! Here's the teaser trailer for Sucklord's TOY LORDS Of CHINATOWN Episode 4! This episode features a couple of scenes "guest directed" by James Felix McKenney.
Movie Premier party in NYC during New York Comic Con on October 9, World Wide Web release October 13.
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
AUTOMATONS Gets Collectable VHS Release from Lovechild Pictures
TORONTO, September 8, 2015 - Newly established niche distribution label Lovechild Pictures is proud to announce its first in a series of artisanal VHS releases; James Felix McKenney's dystopian sci-fi opus, AUTOMATONS.
Set in the distant future following an all-out robot genocide, AUTOMATONS follows a lone female survivor, sparring on against all odds with the aid of her mechanical companions.
Lensed in gritty black & white Super 8mm, Lovechild Pictures' analog presentation enhances the experience of this nostalgia-inspired horror epic, best described as ROBOT MONSTER meets ERASERHEAD.
Produced by Larry Fessenden’s Glass Eye Pix and McKenney’s MonsterPants Movies, AUTOMATONS stars newcomer Christine Spencer (SATAN HATES YOU), Brenda Cooney (I SELL THE DEAD) and genre icon Angus Scrimm (the PHANTASM series). Also featured are Don Wood (COLONIAL HOUSE, HYPOTHERMIA), John Anthony Blake (DOCTOR WHO, PSYCHOMANIA) and Executive Producer Larry Fessenden (HABIT, THE LAST WINTER).
Packed to the brim with bonus content and an original making-of interview zine with director James Felix McKenney, Lovechild Pictures' AUTOMATONS tape will be available for online purchase October 15th, signed and limited to 50 copies. NYC Comic Con attendees receive an advance opportunity to grab a copy at the Glass Eye Pix booth, where 20 of the tapes will be for sale, limited to one per customer.
"Automatons is bound for cult status and should be dug up in ten years and viewed again -- that is, if humanity is still around" - RUE MORGUE
"The movie’s loving attention to light and shade transcends its hermetic setting and meager budget. At times the buzzing static and fizzy backlighting recall the glistening surrealism of the filmmaker Guy Maddin... enormously endearing" - NEW YORK TIMES
"Robot radness achieved! Budgets are for bitches." - VILLAGE VOICE
Inspired by late-night cable broadcasts of yesteryear's horrors, Automatons spins a fever-dream nightmarescape that must be seen to be believed.
For more information on the AUTOMATONS VHS release, visit the Lovechild Pictures Facebook page: facebook.com/LovechildPictures
Thursday, September 3, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 46: My Dinner with Vader
The Empire Strikes Back! In this episode, Laree and Jim discuss their favorite Star Wars film with the usual tangents. Topics include memories of seeing Empire for the first time, the evolution of C-3PO, the Empire movie poster, dirty hot tubs, defending George Lucas, people who died, the awesomeness of Hoth, Empire trading cards and toys, The Lair of the White Worm, why Mark Hamill kicks ass, wedding DJ's, the making of Empire Strikes Back and Lisa and Jim's recent brush with death!
The saga continues on iTunes!
The saga continues on iTunes!
Thursday, August 20, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 45: Spy vs Spy
An especially long and messy episode in which Laree and Jim ramble on about their favorite spy and secret agent TV shows as well as a few movies. This episode's subjects include The Avengers, Reilly: Ace of Spies, The Secret Service, Mission: Impossible, Close Encounters of the Third Kind, The Man from U.N.C.L.E., Matt Helm, Danger Mouse, Raiders of the Lost Ark, Tinker Taylor Soldier Spy, Secret Squirrel, The Fantastic Four movies, Lancelot Link, The Wild Wild West, I Spy, Our Man Flint, Get Smart, Danger 5, The Saint, Magnum PI, The New Avengers, Miami Vice, Danger Man, The Prisoner and a little bit of Bond, all accompanied by the delicate sound of Laree's drunken belching.
Get it on iTunes!
Get it on iTunes!
Thursday, August 6, 2015
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 44: Awkward Pauses
A truly pathetic and themeless episode in which your hosts talk about their recent trip to San Diego Comic Con and a variety of other nonsense. Nonsense includes Laree's TV recommendations, Ant-Man, estate sales, GG Allin, Kingsman: The Secret Service, listener mail, Lost Soul: The Doomed Journey of Richard Stanley's Island of Dr. Moreau, R.I.P. Videoport, Kaiju shopping, Wet Hot American Summer, collecting original comic art, more abuse for Sense8 and even more whining than usual.
Get it on iTunes!
Get it on iTunes!
Thursday, July 23, 2015
The Sea-Borgs are Back in Japan!
This Sunday, July 26, a wide selection of Sea-Borgs figures will be available for purchase at Tokyo Wonder Festival at table 5-17-12.
Up for sale are the popular Mutations as well as a few figures from the currently sold-out King, Queen and Invader series. This is a one day only event, so if you're in the neighborhood, be sure to stop by and grab these figures while you can!
Up for sale are the popular Mutations as well as a few figures from the currently sold-out King, Queen and Invader series. This is a one day only event, so if you're in the neighborhood, be sure to stop by and grab these figures while you can!
Friday, July 3, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 43: Playing with Fire!
Your hosts discuss some "dangerous" and banned toys from their youth and other "unsafe" ways kids used to have fun, with the usual tangents. Highlights and lowlights include Fireworks, Creepy Crawlers, Patrick Macnee, helmets & seatbelts, Silly String, the movie Get Crazy, Shrinky Dinks, Arkham Knight, BB guns, Jarts, Fallout Shelter, Baby Alive, the Easy Bake Oven, The Boxtrolls, stupid kid pranks, Milky the Marvelous Milking Cow, R100, rock fights, trouble at school, dead or not dead?, Clackers, UFO disc shooters, cap guns and grenades, Super Elastic Bubble Plastic and bad things that kids do to amuse themselves.
Get it on iTunes!
Get it on iTunes!
Wednesday, June 17, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 42: The Great Christopher Lee!
This time Laree and Jim talk about one of their favorite actors, the late Christopher Lee with memories of Hound of the Baskervilles, Hammer horror films, Dracula, The Wicker Man, Fu Manchu, The Man with the Golden Gun, Peter Cushing, Tim Burton, The Lord of the Rings, Terry Pratchett film adaptations, Jess Franco's Count Dracula, Lee on Saturday Night Live and more. Off-topic ramblings include Game of Thrones (spoilers), Sense8, Mortal Kombat, Hervé Villechaize, Fantasy Island, Star Wars: Battlefront, Nicholas Cage, House of the Dead, Doom and a disagreement on the "talents" of Johnny Depp.
Get it on iTunes!
Get it on iTunes!
Wednesday, June 3, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 41: Card Sharks!
It's the trading card episode! Listen as your hosts ramble on about their memories of Wacky Packages, Ugly Stickers, Odd Rods, Topps, Creature Features, Batman 1966, Mars Attacks, Marvel Super Heroes Stickers, Sports cards, Planet of the Apes, ALF, Charlie's Angels, Star Wars, Wonder bread and Hostess cards, ET, Close Encounters, Professional Wrestling, Superman the Movie, Kiss, The Bay City Rollers, Horrors of War, The Incredible Hulk, 1980's & 90's comics cards, Marvel Superheroes Sugarless Gum, Mork and Mindy, Empire Strikes, Mego Museum cards, Garbage Pail Kids, flipping for cards, Moonraker, Sucklord's Suckpax and more of the usual off topic chatter about movies including Ex Machina and Mad Max - Fury Road.
Collect them all on iTunes!
Collect them all on iTunes!
Wednesday, May 20, 2015
Sea-Borgs Claw and Clamp are here!
Introducing Sea-Borg Claw and Sea-Borg Clamp from MonsterPants Toys!
These two hard-headed guys are the powerhouses of the Sea-Borgs' world, both sporting a massive left appendage built for crushing the skulls of their Invader enemies!
Sea-Borg Claw is 100% translucent orange resin, while Sea-Borg Clamp is filled to the gills with green glitter. Each comes packaged in a clear bag with printed header card.
Both figures go on sale this Thursday, May 21st at Noon EST at the MonsterPants Shop for $24 USD each plus shipping:
http://www.monsterpants.net/shop
All the Sea-Borgs are hand sculpted, cast, finished and packaged by writer, artist and filmmaker (Hypothermia, Automatons) James Felix McKenney.
To learn more about the Sea-Borgs, visit their updated website with character backgrounds, a checklist of all figures released so far and more:
http://sea-borgs.com
For more on MonsterPants and James Felix McKenney, visit http://www.monsterpants.net
These two hard-headed guys are the powerhouses of the Sea-Borgs' world, both sporting a massive left appendage built for crushing the skulls of their Invader enemies!
Sea-Borg Claw is 100% translucent orange resin, while Sea-Borg Clamp is filled to the gills with green glitter. Each comes packaged in a clear bag with printed header card.
Both figures go on sale this Thursday, May 21st at Noon EST at the MonsterPants Shop for $24 USD each plus shipping:
http://www.monsterpants.net/shop
All the Sea-Borgs are hand sculpted, cast, finished and packaged by writer, artist and filmmaker (Hypothermia, Automatons) James Felix McKenney.
To learn more about the Sea-Borgs, visit their updated website with character backgrounds, a checklist of all figures released so far and more:
http://sea-borgs.com
For more on MonsterPants and James Felix McKenney, visit http://www.monsterpants.net
Sea-Borg Clamp and Sea-Borg Claw!
Sea-Borg Clamp and Sea-Borg Claw! On sale this Thursday 5/21/15 at Noon EST in the MonsterPants shop. Pricing & details to come.
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 40: Thrill Killers
It's The Galaxy's Greatest Comic, 2000AD! In this episode, Laree and Jim talk about one of their favorite comics publications and its breakout star, Judge Dredd! Highlights and lowlights include Discovering 2000AD, Nemesis the Warlock, Sláine, the Sylvester Stallone Judge Dredd movie, ABC Warriors, Eagle Comics, Quality Comics, Simon Bisley, Karl Urban as Dredd, Titan Books, Judge Anderson, Demolition Man, The Complete Case Files, Marshall Law, Strontium Dog, Simon Pegg, Spaced, Rogue Trooper, The Big Finish audio dramas, Zenith, Harry Twenty on the High Rock and The Judge Dredd Megazine.
Get it on iTunes, Earthlets!
Get it on iTunes, Earthlets!
Friday, May 8, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 39: Maxie Pals
In this episode, your humble hosts discuss the original Mad Max trilogy starring Mel Gibson, Mad Max, Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior and Mad Max: Beyond Thunderdome, as well as a number of other films in the same vein, including Exterminators of the Year 3000, Hell Comes to Frogtown, 1990: Bronx Warriors, Stryker, Metalstorm: The Destruction of Jared-Syn, Tank Girl, Waterworld. Also featured are Laree and Jim's spoilery comments on Avengers: Age of Ultron and the Netflix Daredevil series.
Get it on iTunes.
Get it on iTunes.
Wednesday, April 29, 2015
New Sea-Borgs are on the way!
New characters from new sculpts by James Felix McKenney are coming your way over the next few months. Stay informed at Sea-Borgs.com!
Thursday, April 23, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 38: Earth's Mightiest!
420 brings us a very low energy episode as Laree and Jim chat about Marvel's Avengers in comics and film. Topics include the evolution of Henry Pym, the Daredevil Netflix series, avoiding spoilers, Arrow, The Avengers movies, The Flash TV series, Jim's visit to East Coast Comic Con, The Mighty Thor vs. everyone, Moon Knight, Gotham, Agents of SHIELD, The Champions, Captain America on film, Bill Bixby, Jasper Sitwell, recapping the latest run of Blockbuster film trailers, Godzilla and our host's top five lists of their favorite members of the Avengers.
Avengers Assemble on iTunes!
Avengers Assemble on iTunes!
Thursday, April 9, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 37: Still Only 35 Cents!
Celebrate the one-year anniversary of the BGWC podcast with Laree and Jim as they take a trip back to the 1970's and early 80's for a chat about the Bronze Age of Marvel Comics! Topics include Daredevil in comics, film and television, Deadly Hands of Kung Fu, Howard the Duck, Marvel anthology titles, Harvey Comics, Mad Max, The Silver Surfer, Power Man & Iron Fist, Marvel reprint comics, The Inhumans, Jack Kirby, The Uncanny X-men, How to Draw Comics the Marvel Way, Super-Villain Team-Up, The Savage Sword of Conan, Star Wars, the death of Gwen Stacy, It Follows, Godzilla King of the Monsters, The Invaders, Red Sonja and The Defenders.
Get it on iTunes, true believers!
Get it on iTunes, true believers!
Wednesday, March 25, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 36: The Cartoon Cavalcade Continues!
It's part two of Laree and Jim's conversation about their favorite anime. Last time they talked about feature films, this episode is all about TV series and original video animations. Topics discussed include Astro Boy, Cowboy Bebop, Death Note, Gatchaman, 8-Man, Urusei Yatsura, Fist of the North Star, Blood+, Crying Freeman, Golgo 13, Space Dandy, Blood the Last Vampire, Project A-Ko, Knights of Sidonia, The Big O, Devilman, Attack on Titan, Neon Genesis Evangelion and an out-of-nowhere tangent about the Big Boy restaurant chain.
Get it on iTunes!
Get it on iTunes!
Monday, March 16, 2015
We Have a Winner!
Congratulations to Bob Hernandez for winning the Sea-Borgs Giveaway! More contests to come! sea-borgs.com
Thursday, March 12, 2015
Sea-Borgs Giveaway Ends This Sunday!
Only a few days left to win a Set of Three Limited Edition Sea-Borgs figures! Enter on the Sea-Borgs Facebook page.
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 35: Too Many Hosts
Laree and Jim take time out from their anime discussion to talk coin-op video games and arcades with guest co-host Noah. Topics covered include Gauntlet, Robotron, Gunfight, Boot Hill, Space War, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, Revolution X, Area 51, Star Trek, Star Wars, Battlezone, Ladybug. Galaga, Galaxian, Asteroids, Street Fighter, Marvel Superheroes, Volgarr the Viking, Star Wars Trilogy, Double Dragon, Tron, Xenophobe, Crazy Climber, Burger Time, Tempest, Prop Cycle, Dig Dug, X-men, Mortal Kombat, Rampage, Metal Slug, Popeye, X-men vs. Street Fighter, Narc, Defender, Dragon's Lair, Marvel vs. Capcom and various arcades in Maine, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Boston, Los Angeles and New York City.
Get it on iTunes!
Get it on iTunes!
Wednesday, February 25, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 34: You Are Already Dead
It's the first of two anime-themed episodes. This week, Laree and Jim talk about how they first discovered anime and list their favorite animated feature films from Japan. Topics include Speed Racer, Fist of the North Star, Urotsukidoji, Ghost in the Shell, Space Pirate Cobra, Gundam, The Castle of Cagliostro, My Neighbor Totoro, Nausicaä of the Valley of the Wind, Porco Rosso, Hayao Miyazaki, Sword Art Online, Akira, Tales from Earthsea, Roujin Z, Zatoichi, Battle of the Planets, Paprika, Fansubs and tape trading in the 1990's, Ninja Scroll and Black Magic M-66.
Get it on iTunes!
Get it on iTunes!
Thursday, February 19, 2015
Win a Set of Three Limited Edition Sea-Borgs from MonsterPants!
The Sea-Borgs are currently sold out online, but we've found a few strays kicking around here at MonsterPants World Headquarters and we want to give them to you!
Just visit the new Sea-Borgs Facebook page, give us a Like and enter the contest! Share on Facebook and Twitter for more chances to win.
One lucky person's name will be drawn on March 16 to receive the following:
- 2012 DesignerCon exclusive Sea-Borg Pinku
- 2012 New York Comic Con exclusive Sea-Borg Gold
- One-of-a-kind prototype for the yet-to-be-released Invader Rad
The contest is open to anyone, anywhere in the world, but it does require a Facebook account to enter. Just visit Facebook contest page to enter your name and an email address where we can contact you if you win (we won't share or use your email address for ANYTHING else, promise!).
A series of new Sea-Borgs from brand new sculpts by James Felix McKenney are coming later in 2015.
For more on the Sea-Borgs, including a checklist of all figures released so far, visit the updates Sea-Borgs website.
And follow the Sea-Borgs on their new Twitter, Tumblr and Facebook page.
Good Luck!
Just visit the new Sea-Borgs Facebook page, give us a Like and enter the contest! Share on Facebook and Twitter for more chances to win.
One lucky person's name will be drawn on March 16 to receive the following:
- 2012 DesignerCon exclusive Sea-Borg Pinku
- 2012 New York Comic Con exclusive Sea-Borg Gold
- One-of-a-kind prototype for the yet-to-be-released Invader Rad
The contest is open to anyone, anywhere in the world, but it does require a Facebook account to enter. Just visit Facebook contest page to enter your name and an email address where we can contact you if you win (we won't share or use your email address for ANYTHING else, promise!).
A series of new Sea-Borgs from brand new sculpts by James Felix McKenney are coming later in 2015.
For more on the Sea-Borgs, including a checklist of all figures released so far, visit the updates Sea-Borgs website.
And follow the Sea-Borgs on their new Twitter, Tumblr and Facebook page.
Good Luck!
Thursday, February 5, 2015
The Sea-Borgs Invade Japan!
Although the Sea-Borgs are currently sold out online, a selection of figures will be available to purchase at Tokyo Wonder Festival on Feb. 8 at booth #6-09-07.
New Sea-Borgs from all new sculpts by James Felix McKenney will be available later in 2015. To stay up to date on these upcoming releases, visit the updated Sea-Borgs.com and check out the new Sea-Borgs Twitter, Tumblr and Facebook page.
New Sea-Borgs from all new sculpts by James Felix McKenney will be available later in 2015. To stay up to date on these upcoming releases, visit the updated Sea-Borgs.com and check out the new Sea-Borgs Twitter, Tumblr and Facebook page.
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 33: Saving Throw
Laree is feeling under the weather this week, but that doesn't stop him from bringing up Conan the Barbarian as he and Jim discuss all things Dungeons & Dragons. This week's topics of conversation include discovering D&D, the Mazes and Monsters TV movie, Laree's life as a child groomsman, Dragon magazine, Hypothermia's Greg Finley on The Flash TV series, Laree and Jim vs. sports, dragon dice, MythAdventures, Renaissance faires, Anne Rice, real-life dungeon battles and homemade weapons.
Roll for initiative and get it on iTunes!
Roll for initiative and get it on iTunes!
Monday, January 26, 2015
New Sea-Borgs in 2015!
All Sea-Borgs figures are currently sold out online. New Sea-Borgs are
coming in the Spring! Visit the updated Sea-Borgs website for more about
the toys, news and a complete checklist of all figures released so far.
Wednesday, January 21, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 32: King Conan!
This is it! Laree finally gets to talk about his best girl, Conan the Barbarian! Things start off with a post-holiday catch up discussing Middle Earth: Shadow of Mordor, the Overlord Games, Codex Seraphinianus, the Peter Jackson Hobbit and Lord of the Rings films and the Harry Potter movies, before moving on to all things Conan: Robert E. Howard, The Savage Sword of Conan, the Conan the Barbarian movie, Conan the Destroyer, the other Conan the Barbarian movie (2011), Arnold Schwarzenegger's infamous DVD commentary, Conan comics, Neal Adams, John Buscema, Ernie Chan, Frank Thorne, Frank Frazetta, Barry Windsor-Smith, Ken Kelly, Howard & Lovecraft, Conan board & video games, Conan on TV and Conan action figures.
By Crom, get it on iTunes!
By Crom, get it on iTunes!
Saturday, January 10, 2015
Thursday, January 8, 2015
Before Geeks Were Cool Podcast Episode 31: Prime Time Heroes!
"Special" guest host Noah Defilippis stops by with his bag of tricks for a celebration of live-action superhero television from the 1950's to the 1990's. Topics include Batman, The Adventures of Superman, Wonder Woman, Nick Fury, Shazam!, Swamp Thing, The Six Million Dollar Man, The Bionic Woman, Generation X, Isis, The Amazing Spider-man, The Daredevil and Fantastic Four movies, The Incredible Hulk, The Flash, Galactica 1980, Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman, The Greatest American Hero, The Amazing Spider-man, The Hulk TV movies, Doctor Strange, Legends of the Superheroes, Captain America and endless panting over Joanna Cameron.
Get it on iTunes!
Get it on iTunes!
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