New Podcast: New Year’s Evil
In Los Angeles, a man calling himself “Evil” has a novel way to celebrate the coming of a new year–killing a woman every hour as a new time zone enters 1981! In New Year’s Evil we follow the man as he rings in the year, and harasses TV host Blaze in between. Should you resolve to see this movie, or is this a slasher best forgot and never brought to mind? Listen to Stuart, Arnie, and Marjorie’s review to find out!
Listen Now: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPP037NYE.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: Episode 376: 2012 Year In Review Part III: Expanded Universe, High End, and Best of the Year!
In addition to all the toys collectors added to their shelves this year, it’s been an amazing year for Star Wars expanded universe fans! From a return to the X-Wing book series to the conclusion of the Fate of the Jedi series, books from the Old Republic to the New Republic, comics, Clone Wars, and so much more it was an expansive year for Star Wars fans. In this week’s Star Wars Action News, Nathan and Brock reflect on the year in Star Wars Expanded Universe, then the rest of the crew weigh in with their favorites. With high-end collecting in 2012, and their favorite collectibles of the year, it’s all in the last Star Wars Action News podcast of the year!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN376.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast – Star Wars Action News Episode 376: 2012 Year In Review Part III: Expanded Universe, High End, and Best of the Year!
In addition to all the toys collectors added to their shelves this year, it’s been an amazing year for Star Wars expanded universe fans! From a return to the X-Wing book series to the conclusion of the Fate of the Jedi series, books from the Old Republic to the New Republic, comics, Clone Wars, and so much more it was an expansive year for Star Wars fans. In this week’s Star Wars Action News, Nathan and Brock reflect on the year in Star Wars Expanded Universe, then the rest of the crew weigh in with their favorites. With high-end collecting in 2012, and their favorite collectibles of the year, it’s all in the last Star Wars Action News podcast of the year!
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New Year’s Evil
In Los Angeles, a man calling himself “Evil” has a novel way to celebrate the coming of a new year–killing a woman every hour as a new time zone enters 1981! In New Year’s Evil we follow the man as he rings in the year, and harasses TV host Blaze in between. Should you resolve to see this movie, or is this a slasher best forgot and never brought to mind? Listen to Stuart, Arnie, and Marjorie’s review to find out!
Arnie C: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPP035NYE.MP3
New Podcast: Issue 64: Toys of Future Past 2012 Part 2–The Comic Toys
It’s been a tremendous year for Marvel fans and collectors. Marvel Legends returned in a big way, Marvel Universe continued to fill out the ranks of Marvel heroes and villains, and Avengers came out and was a movie that actually lived up to the hype.
In this issue of Marvelicious Toys, join Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin, as well as Marvel collectors Geof, Jayson, Jerry, and Dan Curto in this second part of the 2012 year in review as they look back at the comic based Marvel Universe and Marvel Legends figures of 2012 as well as the high end collectibles that made a dent in their wallet this year!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT064.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Silent Night
Just in time for the holiday season, genre film studio Anchor Bay released a remake of Silent Night, Deadly Night! Only loosely based on the original, and titled simply Silent Night, the new version brings star power before unseen in the franchise, with Malcolm McDowell, Donal Logue, and Jamie King starring in the film about a psychotic Santa who kills those who are naughty. Is this modern version of Silent Night a Christmas treat, or another lump of coal left in the Christmas stocking? Listen to find out!
Listen Now: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPPSNDN6.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: Episode 375: 2012 Year In Review Part II: Hasbro and Toys
For Star Wars toy collectors 2012 has been exciting and frustrating in equal measure. Some of the best figures in the history of Star Wars were released, but most collectors had trouble finding them. Astromech fans had a dream come true with Disneyworld offering build-a-droid sets, and the frenzy for parts left many little droids without a third leg or a hat. Taking in all that was Star Wars toy collecting in 2012, Marjorie and Arnie are joined by other collectors reflecting on 2012 in this week’s second part of the Star Wars Action News year in review!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN375.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The Toy Maker
The Silent Night, Deadly Night films have always been loose with continuity, but in Silent Night, Deadly Night 5: The Toy Maker we see yet another exploration of Christmas evil when an angsty Pinocchio unleashes deadly toys upon an unsuspecting young boy. With outspoken Silent Night, Deadly Night hater Mickey Rooney playing a drunken Gepetto, does this film have more to it than delicious irony? Listen to find out!
Listen Now: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPPSNDN5.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: Issue 63: Toys of Future Past 2012 Part 1–The Movie Lines
It’s been a tremendous year for Marvel fans and collectors. Marvel Legends returned in a big way, Marvel Universe continued to fill out the ranks of Marvel heroes and villains, and Avengers came out and was a movie that actually lived up to the hype.
In this issue of Marvelicious Toys, join Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin, as well as Marvel collectors Geof, Jayson, Jerry, and Dan Curto in this first part of the 2012 year in review as they look back at the Marvel Movies of 2012 and the toys and collectibles that they brought!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT063.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Silent Night, Deadly Night 4: Initiation
After three films exploring the homicidal impulses of the Caldwell (or is it Chapman) family, Silent Night, Deadly Night 4 goes a different direction as a wannabe journalist investigates a case of spontaneous combustion in Los Angeles during Christmas season. Is a cult of Lilith worshipers a good replacement for a homicidal maniac, and is the Ricky played in this film by Clint Howard the same Ricky we’ve seen in the previous three films? Listen to find out!
Listen Now: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPPSNDN4.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
Silent Night, Deadly Night 4: Initiation
After three films exploring the homicidal impulses of the Caldwell (or is it Chapman) family, Silent Night, Deadly Night 4 goes a different direction as a wannabe journalist investigates a case of spontaneous combustion in Los Angeles during Christmas season. Is a cult of Lilith worshipers a good replacement for a homicidal maniac, and is the Ricky played in this film by Clint Howard the same Ricky we’ve seen in the previous three films? Listen to find out!
Listen Now: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPPSNDN4.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: Episode 374: 2012 Year In Review Part I: 3-D, Disney, and Celebration
It’s been a great year to be a Star Wars fan. The year started with Star Wars once again in theaters as The Phantom Menace kicked off the Star Wars 3-D conversions, the summer ended with a bang at Star Wars Celebration VI, and then the dreams of Star Wars fans worldwide came true when it was announced that there will be more Star Wars films, the first just 3 years away! Looking back at the year that was, listen to Star Wars Action News hosts Marjorie and Arnie are joined by a number of friends and show hosts to look back at what 2012 meant to Star Wars fans.
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN374.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 62: Iron Monger — More Advanced In Every Way
They made Iron Man in every armor seen in the films, and some not seen. They made two War Machines, Whiplash, and even Black Widow. So for Hot Toys to continue the Iron Man figure line it was time to go big or go home, so they go big. Very big. Arriving at homes last week is the biggest Marvel Hot Toys figure to date–Iron Monger! As seen in 2008’s Iron Man and with a meticulously detailed head with Jeff Bridges’ portrait, it’s a big toy, but comes with a big price tag. Listen to this week’s podcast to find out if its worth it!
Also this week, from big to small, the Marvelicious Toys hosts also review the new Diamond Venom Through the Ages Minimates box set, and a new line of HeroClix figures released along with an iPad app to play HeroClix single player!
With new plushies and blankets, a blonde Black Widow Marvel Universe figure, and so much more, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT062.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Silent Night, Deadly Night 3: Better Watch Out!
Ricky is back! After being shot at the end of Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2, Ricky’s brain-dead body is revived after a connection with a blind psychic. With horror vet Bill Moseley taking over the role of Ricky Robert Culp as the cop chasing the killer, and several connections to the classic TV series Twin Peaks, this sequel has more brains on display than the previous two films, but is it better? Listen to find out!
Listen Now: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPPSNDN3.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: Episode 373: Toy Run For Tots
It’s the holiday season and for Star Wars Action News hosts its a time to reflect back on childhood, getting an AT-AT under the Christmas tree, holiday shopping for an Empire Strikes Back Yoda and more. But many children today won’t have memories like those, but organizations like Toys For Tots are there to help. On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie take you on a toy run unlike any they’ve recorded before, where they’re buying toys not for their own collection but to donate to a Toys For Tots that’s much in need. Listen, then donate some toys!Also on this week’s podcast, the Star Wars Action News crew join in with their own Star Wars collecting news. Johnathan reviews some of the final Vintage Collection figures, Brock gives a review of Annihilation–the latest Old Republic novel, and Steve the Gingerprince joins us with a UK report including some recent birthday gifts and new figure finds across the pod.With the last Toy Man Toy Show of 2012, some online Vintage Collection bargains, and more, it’s on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN373.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Issue 61: X-Men 90’s Style
The holidays are in full swing and it’s a great season for Marvel fans, with new Marvel Universe figures hitting pegs and discounted items all around. On this issue of Marvelicious Toys, Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin tell you where you can find the latest figures and the greatest bargains. Plus we play some listener voicemails, hearing your thoughts on new figures and what you’ve been finding.
Also this week, your hosts run down the latest on line sales, from the most recent Avengers Hot Toys figure to a huge Bearbrick announcement and even preorders for upcoming waves of Hasbro Marvel Universe and Marvel Legends figures.
With a Timely Review of a 90’s X-Men enemy and more, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT061.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Silent Night, Deadly Night Part 2
The first Silent Night, Deadly Night film was pulled from theaters due to protests, but in the age of home video it found a second life on VHS. Anxious to capitalize on the first film’s notoriety the studio decided to rush through a no-budget sequel, recycling most of the original film into a Part 2. Despite the humble beginnings, the film has gone on to surpass the original in infamy and YouTube fame, spawning a meme and a strange catch-phrase. Is this movie something to add to your Christmas wish list? Listen to Arnie, Stuart, and Marjorie’s review to find out!
Listen Now: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPPSNDN2.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: Episode 372: Repair or Repurchase?
Eventually it will happen to all collectibles: they break, yellow, decay, or degrade. The passage of time eventually will cause all collectibles to lose their mint condition. Ask not for who’s collectibles the bell tolls, it tolls for thine. On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie discuss what happened to one of their Star Wars holiday snow globes, and how it changed their entire view of the collecting hobby!
Also this week, several new items have started to ship, including the eFX Collectibles TIE Fighter scaled replica, the Hasbro four-figure 104TH Battalion “Wolf Pack” of figures, and Steve Sansweet’s Ultimate Action Figure Collection book. We discuss each of these releases, with a review of the four figures in Hasbro’s pack and an in-depth look at the latest book from Steve Sansweet detailing every Star Wars action figure released since 1978.
With a discounted Vintage boxed Millennium Falcon, some hard to find mini rig vehicles at retail, and crafty gift ideas, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN372.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Octopussy by Ian Fleming
Brock is back to review the final Ian Fleming James Bond short story from the Octopussy and The Living Daylights collection. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. So join us as we complete this look with our final review, discussing the short story Octopussy.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN056-Bond18-Octopussy.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Silent Night, Deadly Night
In November, 1984 one of the most famous movie slashers hit theaters–Freddy Kruger. But that same day, another serial killer film was released that drew far more attention and ire–Silent Night, Deadly Night. Outside theaters across the country people protested the film featuring a bloodthirsty man in a Santa suit, and the film was quickly pulled from theaters. But over the years it has become a cult favorite horror film, spawning several sequels and, this year, a remake. Join Now Playing hosts Marjorie, Arnie, and Stuart as they watch and review this 1984 classic. Is this movie naughty or nice? Listen to find out!
Listen Now: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPPSNDN1.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: The Man With the Golden Gun by Ian Fleming
James Bond was presumed dead after the Blofeld trilogy ends, and before Fleming could revive the spy that brought him fame the author himself died. Published posthumously, The Man With the Golden is Fleming’s final Bond novel, and Stuart is back to review it, continuing Books & Nachos’ reviews of Ian Fleming’s original James Bond prose stories. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this podcast, join Stuart as he reviews The Man With the Golden Gun.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN055-Bond17-ManWithGoldenGun.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Episode 371: Black Friday Deals and 2012 Holiday Gift Guide
It’s Thanksgiving and once again Marjorie and Arnie are back with their special annual episode of Star Wars Action News running down all the Star Wars items on sale this weekend! From half-off vehicles and toys at Toys R Us to 8 figures for $25 at Wal-Mart, Dark Horse comics for under a dollar each, and so much more, listen to find out which stores you need to hit tomorrow (or tonight)!
And also in this episode the Star Wars Action News hosts look at all the items you can buy your Star Wars loving friend or family member for the holidays. All price ranges are covered from Hasbro action figures up to Gentle Giant’s newest statue and maquette releases. Listen to find their recommendations for hot holiday items, and a few things you may not have even known about!
Finally this week, Star Wars Action News has long been a supporter of Toys For Tots. Listen to this week’s episode to find out about a special eBay auction being run for a custom Death Trooper with all proceeds going to buy toys for a Toys For Tots donation! It’s all in this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN371.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Skyfall
After reviewing 25 movies released over the span of 50 years, Now Playing reaches the conclusion of its James Bond retrospective series–Skyfall. Continuing the rebooted spy stories starring Daniel Craig, Skyfall has already become the top-grossing film in the James Bond franchise, and there is even rumblings of Academy Award honors. But can it really best Craig’s Casino Royale, and how does a life long Bond fan warm to this new take? Listen to Now Playing’s ultimate James Bond review to find out! Plus the hosts reflect on all 25 Bond films, picking the best and worst actors, film, and songs from the franchise!
Listen Now: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPPBOND25.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: Issue 60: Sweet Christmas – Black Friday Sales & Holiday Gift Guide 2012
It’s Thanksgiving Day in America. Parades are on TV, and stores are opening earlier than ever before to bring you savings on all types of goods, including Marvel toys, games, and collectibles! So join Marvelicious Toys for the third annual Sweet Christmas episode, as Justin, Marjorie, and Arnie run down all the sales on Marvel goodies.
And then the Marvelicious hosts run down their suggestions for holiday gifts for the Marvel collector in your life. Toys, statues, books, games, and DVDs, listen in as they cover the entire gamut of gifts!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT060.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Quantum of Solace
In 2006 we got a new take on an old hero with James Bond in Casino Royale, but while the film told of the spy’s first adventure questions were left unanswered. Who were the mysterious people to whom Le Chiffre owed money? Who is the mysterious employer behind Mr. White? These answers were to be revealed two years later in the follow-up film Quantum of Solace. With Daniel Craig returning and a title taken from an original Fleming story, can this film live up to the high praise given to Casino Royale? Listen to Arnie, Stuart, and Brock’s review to find out in Now Playing’s penultimate James Bond review leading directly to this year’s blockbuster Skyfall!
Listen Now: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPPRBOND24.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: Casino Royale (2006)
James Bond made his first appearance in Ian Fleming’s novels in 1953 in the novel Casino Royale, and in 2006 a brand new James Bond makes his first appearance in a film based on that novel. Rights issues had prevented Eon from adapting the original James Bond story as part of their film series, but with the rights obtained they used that opportunity to present a new James Bond for a new generation. Not just a new actor in the role, but an entirely new take on the MI6 agent, showing his origin, his obtaining his double-oh status, and going on his first mission to win a high stakes poker game against international terrorist Le Chiffre. But did Bond need a reboot? And how does Craig stack up against the previous Bond? Listen to Arnie, Stuart, and Brock’s review to find out!
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Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: You Only Live Twice by Ian Fleming
Brock is back to complete Books & Nachos’ reviews of Ian Fleming’s original James Bond prose stories, this time looking at the final book in the so-called Blofeld trilogy of novels. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this podcast, join Brock as he reviews You Only Live Twice.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN054-Bond16-YouOnlyLiveTwice.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Issue 59: Hasbro’s Future Imperfect
It’s early in November, but the stores want us to think it’s Holiday time, virtually New Year’s, so why not look towards the toys of 2013? Hasbro’s plans for 2013 have leaked, including a line of toys based on the Ultimate Spider-Man and Avengers Assemble cartoons, customizable Iron Man 3 figures, Spider Pods, and more! We run it down on this week’s podcast!
And did you buy The Amazing Spider-Man last week? We run down the retail exclusives and which are worth capturing in your web. And we also review more Amazing Spider-Man figures, this time the figure 3-packs found at TJ Maxx and HasbroToyShop.com. We even review the Build-A-Bear Amazing Spider-Man outfit!
With a hands-on review of two rare figures, Old Man Logan and unmasked War Machine, a sneak peek of Marvel Universe Wave 20, fashion accessories for action figures, and more, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT059.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Die Another Day
It’s James Bond’s first adventure in the 21st century, and Pierce Brosnan’s last time playing the role of the British secret agent. Partnered with Halle Berry’s NSA agent Jinx Johnson, can the two stop a North Korean terrorist’s nefarious plot? It’s a film celebrating the lore of Bond, but not very celebrated by Bond fans. Is the reputation deserved, and what final impression does Brosnan leave as Bond? Listen to Now Playing to find out!
: http://www.nowplayingpodcast.com/Podcasts/NPPRBOND22.MP3
Category: Movies & Film
New Podcast: Episode 370: Clone Taper Caper
At Five Below stores across the country an unusual figure is showing up. It was first reported at Jedi Temple Archives.com and has been spotted by many collectors, including Arnie and Marjorie of Star Wars Action News. It’s a variant of the 212th Battalion Clone Trooper with a more detailed, more white helmet. But the odd thing is, the figure has seemingly been opened, then taped back shut. Have you found this new variant? Hear about the figure part swap on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Also on this week’s show, more finds at discounted prices, from other Star Wars collectibles at Five Below to hard-to-find exclusives at TJ Maxx, to value bundles at Toys R Us. Plus holiday items hitting store shelves, Lego sales, and a hint of Black Friday (or is that Thursday) sales next week!
With an X-Wing miniatures gameplay review by Darth Cheddar, Steve the Gingerprince updating us on his collecting, and a review of the Angry Birds iPhone game, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN370.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Property of a Lady and 007 in New York by Ian Fleming
Brock goes back to the last Ian Fleming James Bond book ever released to review two more short stories from the Octopussy and The Living Daylights collection. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. So make a plate of scrambled eggs and take a listen to Brock as he reviews Property of a Lady and 007 in New York
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN053-Bond15-PropertyNewYork.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Issue 58: The Marvelicious Spider-Man
Though the glut of Amazing Spider-Man figures hit early last summer, there are still plenty of new Amazing Spider-Man comic series figures to find–if you know where to look! On this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast, Justin, Marjorie, and Arnie review the on-line exclusive Amazing Spider-Man Gift Set, the Miles Morales Ultimate Spider-Man figure, and a Spider-Man 3 pack you can only find down under!
Also on this week’s show, we give a cautionary tale of preorders gone wrong telling you where NOT to shop, and review all four Kotobukiya Bishoujo Black Widow Statues.
Plus hard to find team packs finally hitting stores and more, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT058.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 369: A Mouse in the House
It’s been exactly one week since the news broke: Disney buys Lucasfilm, Episode VII in 2015. It’s a major change of course for a franchise that had long been declared dormant, and one that will have far-reaching impact on Star Wars collectors. On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie take your voicemails, giving podcast listeners the stage to share their excitement and their trepidation about this news. Plus updates on new Star Wars collectibles for sale online. All this and more on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN369.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: On Her Majesty’s Secret Service by Ian Fleming
James Bond is back, as is our book reviewer Brock, continuing his reviews of Ian Fleming’s works. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Brock as he reads the second novel in Fleming’s Blofeld trilogy – On Her Majesty’s Secret Service.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN052-Bond14-OnHerMajesty.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
Day of the Dead (2008)
In a Colorado town an Army quarantine is in place to stop a spreading disease–one that turns people into flesh-eating, wall-crawling zombies! Can Mena Suvari, Ving Rhames, and Nick Cannon stop the spread? More importantly, do we care if they do? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING and join Stuart, Jakob, and Arnie in their final review of the George Romero Living Dead Remake Retrospective Series with the 2008 remake of Day of the Dead.
Day of the Dead (2008)
In a Colorado town an Army quarantine is in place to stop a spreading disease–one that turns people into flesh-eating, wall-crawling zombies! Can Mena Suvari, Ving Rhames, and Nick Cannon stop the spread? More importantly, do we care if they do? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING and join Stuart, Jakob, and Arnie in their final review of the George Romero Living Dead Remake Retrospective Series with the 2008 remake of Day of the Dead.
New Podcast: Issue 57: Keeping Cool
Stores are ramping up for the holiday toy-buying spree, but for Marvel collectors new product can be hard to find. But there are toys to hunt for! Listen to this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast to hear where Marvel Legend’s third wave of 2012 is showing up, as well as more variant 6-inch Wal Mart figures shipping and some TJ Maxx specials.
And there’s even more to be had online. Justin, Marjorie, and Arnie review two new comic packs available from Hasbro Toy Shop.com, including the Captain America and Falcon pack and the Silver Surfer, Dr. Strange pack.
With a new Japanese collectible to keep an eye out for, a Premium Deadpool you may be chicken to buy, and more than just the temperature cooling, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys Podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT057.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 368: BREAKING NEWS: Disney buys Lucasfilm; Announces Episodes 7, 8, and 9
Many Star Wars fans had to check their calendars today. Was it April Fools’ Day? Were the folks at Lucasfilm and Disney joining to play a Halloween prank on fans? But slowly the news set in — for over four billion dollars Disney has bought Lucasfilm, with the primary focus being the Star Wars franchise. More, they are immediately beginning preproduction on Star Wars Episode VII with a planned release in Summer, 2015.
It’s the single biggest surprise since Vader said “No, I am your father.” and now the Star Wars Action News team has gathered to gather the reaction from Star Wars fans and collectors. Join Marjorie, Arnie, Berent, Nathan, Jerry, Andrew, Jakob, and Steve the Gingerprince as they tell their initial reaction to the news, and what this means for their collecting.
Listen to this special episode of Star Wars Action News, then call us and share your thoughts on this major revelation for Star Wars. Leave us a voicemail at 415-508-JEDI
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN368.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Episode 367: Bring on the Barge
For years many fans’ holy grail for the Star Wars 3.75-inch collection has been an original trilogy vehicle never realized in either vintage or modern era–Jabba’s Sail Barge. The scale and scope of such a vehicle has made it seemingly prohibitive, but at this year’s New York Comic-Con the Star Wars brand team mentioned that they could possibly do it. This has caused Star Wars fan sites, including Star Wars Action News, to unite like never before with the Bring on the Barge fan site petition. With the lofty goal of 10,000 signatures by Jan 31st this petition is to show Hasbro that there is a huge base of support in the community for a barge. On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie discuss the probability of such an item, and where it would fit in their collection. So listen to the show, head over and sign the petition, then come to the Star Wars Action News forums for their Poll of the Week and tell them how much you’d be willing to pay for the Barge.
Also on this week’s show, the Star Wars Angry Birds attack continues! The first reveal was Hasbro plush toys, but now large scale plushies and even adult Halloween costumes for Star Wars Angry Birds have been revealed!
With sales on Vintage Collection exclusives, a big Toys R Us exclusive with a bigger price tag, and a look at the Star Wars X-Wing Miniature game, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN367.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
Dawn of the Dead (2004)
A group of survivors, perhaps the last humans left alive on Earth, find refuge from a zombie horde inside a shopping mall. A film with as many differences from Romero’s original as it has similarities, it launched Zack Snyder’s directing career and helped make zombies the chic monster of the new millennium. Is it a game-changing film, or a pale imitation of the original? Donate to Now Playing to find out!
Dawn of the Dead (2004)
A group of survivors, perhaps the last humans left alive on Earth, find refuge from a zombie horde inside a shopping mall. A film with as many differences from Romero’s original as it has similarities, it launched Zack Snyder’s directing career and helped make zombies the chic monster of the new millennium. Is it a game-changing film, or a pale imitation of the original? Donate to Now Playing to find out!
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A group of survivors, perhaps the last humans left alive on Earth, find refuge from a zombie horde inside a shopping mall. A film with as many differences from Romero’s original as it has similarities, it launched Zack Snyder’s directing career and helped make zombies the chic monster of the new millennium. Is it a game-changing film, or a pale imitation of the original? Donate to Now Playing to find out!
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New Podcast: The Spy Who Loved Me by Ian Fleming
James Bond in a hard boiled detective story with a femme fatale and an enemy with metal teeth–it’s all in The Spy Who Loved Me, an original novel by Ian Fleming. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Stuart as he reads and reviews another original James Bond novel.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN051-Bond13-SpyWhoLovedMe.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Issue 56: The Variant Show
Variants! Love ’em or hate ’em, if you collect Hasbro’s Avengers figures you have to decide which version of the figure you want, or perhaps you want both! At Wal-Mart, there are variants of the six-inch exclusive Avengers figures. At Target there is a 3.75″ set of Avengers figures most of which differ from their single-carded counterparts. And at Costco there is a Quinjet set that not only has a repainted vehicle but also two repainted figures! On this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast, Marjorie, Justin, and Arnie detail the differences between the versions of the figures and tell you if they prefer the regular release or the variant!
Also on this week’s show we bring more Marvel collecting news from New York Comic-Con! Mitch Hallock was in attendance every day of the con, and brings us his reports of what cool new toys he saw, as well as interviews with Kotobukiya and Comic Images!
With a new Bishoujo you can buy with Pryde, Agent Coulson’s trading cards, and more, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT056.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 366: NYCC Toy Hunter
New York Comic Con was a great time for Star Wars fans. From new toy reveals from Hasbro and their Angry Birds Star Wars to new collectible and product announcements from Hallmark, Kotobukiya, and more, and convention veteran Mitchell Hallock was on-hand to cover it all. Join us on Star Wars Action News this week to hear his recollection of the con, along with interviews with Kotobukiya, Hallmark, Comic Images, and a discussion of Star Wars toys with Toy Hunter Hembrough!
Also on this week’s show, Johnathan joins us to discuss his latest finds in store, on line, and a special vintage purchase.
With a Vinylmation contest winner and more, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN366.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
Night of the Living Dead (1990)
Due to a blunder, George A. Romero retained no copyright on his original smash hit Night of the Living Dead, but in 1990 Romero revisited the original story in a remake directed by his friend and go-to gore artist Tom Savini. This time the film was color, the actors had worked before, and the copyright notice was firmly in place, but can this remake live up to the original or is it just Living Dead? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING and you can listen to find out!
Night of the Living Dead (1990)
Due to a blunder, George A. Romero retained no copyright on his original smash hit Night of the Living Dead, but in 1990 Romero revisited the original story in a remake directed by his friend and go-to gore artist Tom Savini. This time the film was color, the actors had worked before, and the copyright notice was firmly in place, but can this remake live up to the original or is it just Living Dead? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING and you can listen to find out!
New Podcast: The Living Daylights by Ian Fleming
The book title is Octopussy (or sometimes Octopussy and The Living Daylights) but in this Ian Fleming book is actually a collection of short stories. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Brock as he reads and reviews the first-published short story from this collection — The Living Daylights.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN050-Bond12-LivingDaylights.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Issue 55: Oh man…LOGAN!!
Collectors always want what they haven’t got, and this week what you probably don’t have is an Old Man Logan figure. Initially stated to be released at New York Comic-Con to subscribers to Marvel’s Digital Comics Unlimited, many con goers waited in line to find out that Marvel had no Logan, but just the same Dr. Doom figure they had last year. On this week’s Marvelicious Toys, Justin, Marjorie, and Arnie run down the facts and the rumors surrounding this kit-bashed exclusive.
Also on this week’s show, Marjorie and Arnie report from the Toy Man Toy Show in St. Louis, and Fallcon in St. Paul, MN. Listen to find out about the toys from the 90s through today as toy show bargains!
With reports of two new exclusive items hitting shelves, some barware that is the best bar none, discussion of 3 new Marvel Legends, and more, it’s all on this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT055.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 365: A New Star Wars Book Pops Up!
In 2007 Matthew Reinhart brought a new dimension to Star Wars books with Star Wars: A Pop Up Guide to the Galaxy, a book that helped redefine what a pop-up book could be for Star Wars fans. It quickly became a New York Times Bestseller and now Matthew is back with his follow up–Star Wars: A Galactic Pop-Up Adventure. General Grievous, Acklay, and more, this book has light up features, sounds, and so much more! And on this week’s Star Wars Action News, Matthew joins Arnie and Marjorie to discuss this new prequel era book for fans of all ages!
Also for fans of all ages, this past week Hasbro and Lucasfilm announced Star Wars Angry Birds, a videogame with toy tie-ins from Hasbro including an Early Angry Bird Kit! Some fans disdain this new license while others embrace it. Hear both sides of the discussion on this week’s podcast.
With new Hallmark Keepsake ornaments, a hands-on review of the new Hasbro Toys R Us exclusive Speeder Bike, your voicemails, news from New York Comic Con and more, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN365.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
Survival of the Dead
A group of National Guardsmen go to an island and get embroiled in a feud between two families who disagree if zombies should be killed in George A. Romero’s final zombie film Survival of the Dead. Can this movie redeem the direly bad Diary of the Dead, or is it another idea best left buried? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING and then you can listen to Arnie, Stuart, and Jakob’s final George Romero Living Dead review and find out!
Survival of the Dead
A group of National Guardsmen go to an island and get embroiled in a feud between two families who disagree if zombies should be killed in George A. Romero’s final zombie film Survival of the Dead. Can this movie redeem the direly bad Diary of the Dead, or is it another idea best left buried? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING and then you can listen to Arnie, Stuart, and Jakob’s final George Romero Living Dead review and find out!
New Podcast: Thunderball by Ian Fleming
It’s a Bond story that started as a screenplay, then became a book, then became a film! But in Ian Fleming’s eighth Bond novel such Bond film staples are born as Blofeld, SPECTRE, and a story made into not one but two James Bond movies. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Brock as he reads and reviews Fleming’s eighth Bond novel — Thunderball.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN049-Bond11-Thunderball.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Issue 54: Stuart Moore’s Civil War
Civil War is one of the most successful crossover events in Marvel history. Pitting hero against hero, it both fulfilled fanboy fantasies answering the endless “who would win in a fight…” debates, and also providing an intelligent allegory for real-world American politics. Now, as part of the new Marvel prose novel series, the Civil War is being fought again–this time in a streamlined, novelized form. On this issue of Marvleicious Toys, Civil War prose novel author Stuart Moore discusses the genesis of the novel, what it takes to adapt an arc of Civil War’s size to a single book, and the future of the Marvel prose novels.
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT054.MP3
Category: Arts
Rare X-Men Art Goes to Auction Dec 1, 2012
OVER 500 MARVEL ANIMATION CELS
WILL BE UP FOR AUCTION
THIS WILL BE A RARE OPPORTUNITY
FOR ANYONE TO OWN AN AFFORDABLE
PIECE OF MARVEL HISTORY
DECEMBER 1
LOS ANGELES- OCT 9, 2012- Profiles in History, run by Joe Maddalena, is proud to announce the auction of over 500 Marvel animation cels at their online auction, December 1. The 500 animation cels presented in this auction are from the 1990’s Marvel Animated Series broadcast on Fox. One of the most popular animated series of the 90’s, the X-Men series, was the longest running Marvel Comics based TV show. Keepingin the tradition of the original comic book story lines, these cels were based on Jim Lee’s character designs. In the past few years, similar cels have sold publicly at auction for up to $1,500 with the average sales being in the $500 to $600 range. All are expected to fetch between $100-$300, a rare opportunity for any collector to own a piece of Marvel history. For more information visit www.profilesinhistory.com. Some highlights from the collection are below.A 1997 original production cel on key matching background of “Captain America” and “Wolverine” from the episode, Old Soldiers. Pictured above.A 1993 original production cel and key matching production background featuring “Rogue”, “Omega Red”, “Jubilee” & “Gambit” from the episode Red Dawn.
A 1994 original production cel and key matching production panoramic background featuring “Gambit” from the episode The Dark Phoenix Saga (Part 4): The Fate of the Phoenix. Pictured right.
A 1992 and 1997 original production cels and original production background featuring “Rogue”, “Wolverine”, “Storm” & “Gambit”.
A 1995 original production cel and production background featuring “Terrax”, “Thor” & “Galactus” from the episode To Battle the Living Planet.
A 1992 production cel progression and background featuring “Rogue”, “Jubilee” & “Wolverine” from the episode Savage Land, Savage Heart (Part 2). This set up is on an original panoramic background from the studio. Pictured below.
ABOUT PROFILES IN HISTORY
Founded in 1985 by Joseph Maddalena, Profiles in History is the nation’s leading dealerin guaranteed-authentic original historical autographs, letters, documents, vintage signed photographs and manuscripts. Born into a family of antiques dealers in Rhode Island, Joseph “Joe” Maddalena learned early on how to turn his passion of collectinghistorical autographs into a career. Needing to support himself, Joe turned to his hobby of buying and selling historical documents as a potential way to earn revenue. On weekends he scoured old Hollywood bookstores for letters and rare books. Upon graduation from Pepperdine, Joe pursued his passion to become a full-time dealer ofhistorical documents, and opened his first office in 1985. A lifetime member of the Manuscript Society, Joe is widely recognized as the nation’s leading authority on entertainment memorabilia and historical documents. Profiles in History has established itself as the world’s largest auctioneer of original Hollywood memorabilia, having held some of the most prestigious and successful auctions of Hollywood memorabilia and owning virtually every Guinness Book record prices for original screen-used memorabilia. With an extensive network of dealers, collectors, and institutions, Profiles in History is proud to play an important role in the preservation of motion picture history. PriorProfiles in History Hollywood auctions highlights include the “Cowardly Lion” costume from The Wizard of Oz ($805,000); Steve McQueen’s “Michael Delaney” racing suit from Le Mans ($960,000); a Panavision motion picture camera used by George Lucas to film Star Wars ($624,000); a full-scale model T-800 Endoskeleton from Terminator 2: Judgment Day ($488,750); Marilyn Monroe’s platinum & diamond wedding band from her marriage to Joe DiMaggio ($504,000); Marilyn Monroe’s “Diamonds” dress from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes ($356,500); a King Kong 1933 six-sheet movie poster ($345,000); Luke Skywalker’s light saber from Star Wars ($240,000); Margaret Hamilton’s “Wicked Witch” hat from The Wizard Of Oz ($230,000); and The Invisible Man 1933 one-sheet movie poster ($230,000). From the history-making Debbie Reynolds Auction in June 2011,Profiles in History sold the Marilyn Monroe “Subway” Dress from The Seven Year Itch for $5.52M, the Marilyn Monroe signature red-sequined showgirl gown from Gentlemen Prefer Blondes for $1.44M and the Audrey Hepburn Ascot Dress from My Fair Lady for $4.44M. In February 2012, Profiles in History arranged the sale of a pair of Judy Garland screen-used Ruby Slippers from The Wizard of Oz to the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences. In addition, Joe Maddalena is the star of Hollywood Treasure, which just ended its second season on Syfy. Hollywood Treasure takes viewers into the fascinating world of showbiz and pop culture memorabilia. For more information visit www.profilesinhistory.com
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New Podcast: Episode 364: Star Wars Action News Reads Day in Roseville
Last Saturday was the first annual Star Wars Reads Day, an event promoted by Del Rey and Lucasfilm to promote literacy in general, and the reading of Star Wars books in particular. Over 1,000 libraries and book stores across the country took part, with kits provided by Del Rey giving kids activities and crafts, and promoting Star Wars. Marjorie and Arnie of Star Wars Action News trekked to Roseville, MN for one of these events at Barnes & Noble with guests Troy Denning, John Jackson Miller, and Dan Wallace. On this episode of the podcast, they recap the events and share their hopes for next year’s event to make it even better!
And with Star Wars Reads day what better book is there than the Star Wars Essential Reader’s Companion to introduce new readers to the Star Wars Expanded Universe? Star Wars Action News Book Club Liaison Brock provides an in-depth review of this new book on this show.
With a recap of finds at the Toy Man Toy Show in St. Louis and the Fallcon convention in Roseville, new finds at Toys R Us, a die-cast C-3PO, and more, it’s on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN364.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
Diary of the Dead
With Diary of the Dead George Romero returned his zombie franchise to its low-budget, independent roots. After the big-budget spectacle Land of the Dead, now Romero tells us the smaller story of a group of film students trying to find safety during the initial zombie outbreak. Does the smaller story better fit Romero’s original vision? DONATE AND SUPPORT NOW PLAYING and you can listen and find out!
Diary of the Dead
With Diary of the Dead George Romero returned his zombie franchise to its low-budget, independent roots. After the big-budget spectacle Land of the Dead, now Romero tells us the smaller story of a group of film students trying to find safety during the initial zombie outbreak. Does the smaller story better fit Romero’s original vision? DONATE AND SUPPORT NOW PLAYING and you can listen and find out!
Diary of the Dead – Limited Time Release for Patrons
Note: This podcast is available to Now Playing Podcast Patrons of $10 or more. This podcast will only be available until March 31, 2018, so be sure to listen (and, if you want to listen after, to download) before that date!
You can also get this podcast through the Now Playing Winter 2018 Donation Drive, or individually for a small donation.
With Diary of the Dead George Romero returned his zombie franchise to its low-budget, independent roots. After the big-budget spectacle Land of the Dead, now Romero tells us the smaller story of a group of film students trying to find safety during the initial zombie outbreak. Does the smaller story better fit Romero’s original vision? DONATE AND SUPPORT NOW PLAYING and you can listen and find out!
Every dollar you donate goes to make this show the best it can be. Thank you for your support and we hope you enjoy the podcast!
New Podcast: For Your Eyes Only by Ian Fleming – Part 3
Brock is back finishing his reviews of Ian Fleming’s James Bond short stories collected in the book For Your Eyes Only. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Brock as he reads and reviews the titular short story of the collection–For Your Eyes Only.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN048-Bond10-ForYourEyesOnly.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Issue 53: Lights, Camera, Action Figures!!
What’s cooler than a Lizard figure? A Lizard figure that GLOWS IN THE DARK! At least that’s what Hasbro thinks! A Toys R Us exclusive line of glow-in-the-dark Amazing Spider-Man figures has shown up in stores, and on this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin see if this is a bright spot for collectors, or a dim-witted gimmick.
Also on this week’s podcast, we take another look at the fourth wave of Avengers figures showing up coast to coast, discuss a Classic new line of Sideshow collectibles, and use our Nog’nz when looking at a new line of Marvel toys from the makers of Grab Zags. It’s all on this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT053.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 363: Pablo Hidalgo’s Essential Companion
On October 6, 2012 is the first Star Wars Reads day. Across the country bookstores will be hosting events celebrating Star Wars books, both fiction and nonfiction. Many stores are having Star Wars authors speak and autograph books, including the Barnes and Noble in Roseville, MN where Star Wars Action News hosts Marjorie and Arnie will be going to see authors Troy Denning, Daniel Wallace, and John Jackson Miller.
With Star Wars Reads day being the biggest thing for Star Wars fans since Celebration VI, it is the perfect time for the release of Pablo Hidalgo’s Star Wars: The Essential Reader’s Companion. With Star Wars fiction predating the Star Wars films themselves, and with a constant stream of expanded universe novels coming for over twenty years, The Essential Reader’s Companion provides summaries, trivia, and artwork for over 100 Star Wars adult novels, plus many more junior novels and comics besides!
On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast, Arnie sits down with Pablo to discuss the inception of this new book and how it can be used by Star Wars readers of all experience levels–from those who’ve just read their first novel to the experienced reader who’s consumed every book released!
And also on this week’s show, Star Wars fans and Disney fans alike go crazy for Disney’s Vinylmation figures. Exclusive to the Disney theme parks, the second series of Vinylmations was released in August, simultaneous with Star Wars Celebration VI. Events were held on both coasts, at Disney World in Orlando, and Disneyland in California, and Podcast Enhancer Berent’s significant other Carmilla attended Disneyland to get a set of these figures! On this week’s podcast, listen to hear their impressions of this new series, and how you can win a full set of these figures from Star Wars Action News!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN363.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
Land of the Dead
20 years had passed since Romero raised the dead, but his legacy lived on. When 28 Days Later and Dawn of the Dead formed a one-two punch that made zombies cool for a new generation, Universal Pictures wanted to capitalize on the craze and asked Romero to make another Dead film. It is Romero’s biggest and most ambitious Dead film, but is it his best? DONATE and find out!
Land of the Dead
20 years had passed since Romero raised the dead, but his legacy lived on. When 28 Days Later and Dawn of the Dead formed a one-two punch that made zombies cool for a new generation, Universal Pictures wanted to capitalize on the craze and asked Romero to make another Dead film. It is Romero’s biggest and most ambitious Dead film, but is it his best? DONATE and find out!
New Podcast: For Your Eyes Only by Ian Fleming – Part 2
Brock is back continuing his reviews of Ian Fleming’s James Bond short stories collected in the book For Your Eyes Only. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Brock as he reads and reviews the next two short stories Risico and From a View to a Kill.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN047-Bond09-RisicoAndView.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Issue 52: Legends Accessorize
Hasbro has returned to 6-inch Marvel figures big time in 2012, and now shipping to stores is the third Marvel Legends wave of the year! With Deadpool, Mystique, Dr. Doom, Punisher, Iron Man, and U.S. Agent, we have them all and review them on this issue of the Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Also this week, Halloween is coming and with it come tons of Marvel costumes in different variations, plus Jack-O-Lantern kits, non-edible trick-or-treat items, and more. For both adults and kids, we discuss it on this week’s podcast.
With bargain Marvel dog toys, Build-A-Bears, the Avengers Blu Ray release, and more, it’s all in this week’s Marvelicious Toys podcast! Plus listen to win a copy of The Avengers on Blu-Ray and DVD!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT052.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 362: He’s Alive…And In Perfect Hibernation
Star Wars Celebration VI is almost a month behind us, but the memories are still fresh, as are the collectibles! From coast to coast Celebration attendees are receiving their Disney Carbon Freeze Me statues! Marjorie and Arnie got theirs in the mail last week, so listen to this week’s hands-on review of these truly one-of-a-kind collectibles! They’ll tell you if it would be worth a Disney trip if these return to the theme parks.
Also on this week’s show, your Star Wars Action News hosts review a couple of high end Star Wars items, including Sideshow’s one-sixth scale Greedo figure, and Gentle Giant’s Emperor Palpatine Return of the Jedi mini-bust.
With a discussion of the Vintage Droid Factory set and a segment from Republic Forces Radio Network’s Johnathan updating you on the lastest toys in stores and online, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN362.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
Day of the Dead (1985)
In the 60s and again in the 70s George Romero wowed not just horror fans but movie audiences across the globe with his tales of desperate people trying to survive in the middle of a zombie outbreak. In the 80’s Romero again returned, this time to tell his most bleak vision for humanity. A small group of military men and scientists hole up underground in Florida, not knowing if they are the last humans on earth, but seeking a cure for the zombie plague. With Romero demanding the film be left unrated, and securing a very limited theatrical release because of it, Day of the Dead is a film that found it’s popularity in the afterlife of VHS. Does it live up to Romero’s first two tales of terror? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING TO FIND OUT!
Day of the Dead (1985)
In the 60s and again in the 70s George Romero wowed not just horror fans but movie audiences across the globe with his tales of desperate people trying to survive in the middle of a zombie outbreak. In the 80’s Romero again returned, this time to tell his most bleak vision for humanity. A small group of military men and scientists hole up underground in Florida, not knowing if they are the last humans on earth, but seeking a cure for the zombie plague. With Romero demanding the film be left unrated, and securing a very limited theatrical release because of it, Day of the Dead is a film that found it’s popularity in the afterlife of VHS. Does it live up to Romero’s first two tales of terror? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING TO FIND OUT!
Day of the Dead (1985) – Limited Time Release for Patrons
Note: This podcast is available to Now Playing Podcast Patrons of $10 or more. This podcast will only be available until March 31, 2018, so be sure to listen (and, if you want to listen after, to download) before that date!
You can also get this podcast through the Now Playing Winter 2018 Donation Drive, or individually for a small donation.
In the 60s and again in the 70s George Romero wowed not just horror fans but movie audiences across the globe with his tales of desperate people trying to survive in the middle of a zombie outbreak. In the 80’s Romero again returned, this time to tell his most bleak vision for humanity. A small group of military men and scientists hole up underground in Florida, not knowing if they are the last humans on earth, but seeking a cure for the zombie plague. With Romero demanding the film be left unrated, and securing a very limited theatrical release because of it, Day of the Dead is a film that found it’s popularity in the afterlife of VHS. Does it live up to Romero’s first two tales of terror? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING TO FIND OUT!
New Podcast: For Your Eyes Only by Ian Fleming – Part 1
In addition to the successful novel series, Ian Fleming also wrote several short stories telling tales of the British Agent. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Brock as he reads and reviews two short stories from Fleming’s For Your Eyes Only short story collection — The Hildebrand Rarity and Quantum of Solace.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN046-Bond08-HoldebrandQOS.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Issue 51: Straining the Lizard
It’s time for another weekly issue of the Marvelicious Toys podcast, and in this issue we discuss the tons of new figures hitting stores. We discuss the Wal-Mart exclusive six-inch Amazing Spider-Man figures, including Miles Morales as Ultimate Spider-Man, and the Toys R Us exclusive Glow-in-the-dark 3.75-inch figures, and the 4th wave of Avengers figures with Nick Fury, the Chitauri soldier, and a more articulated Iron Man!
With details on Amazon giving away Avengers Blu-Rays, a sale on Gentle Giant Marvel mini-busts, and a new Marvel licensee releasing 18-inch Marvel figures, it’s all in this issue of Marvelicious Toys, with Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT051.MP3
Category: Arts
Dawn of the Dead (1978)
George Romero didn’t want to make another zombie movie, he had to be coaxed back to revisit the film that made him famous, but many would argue that Romero’s Dawn of the Dead is that rare sequel that is better than the original. Now in the 1970s Romero gives us a world gone mad as the dead rise to kill the living, and we focus on a group of survivors holed up in the most American of fortresses — a mall! The film is legendary among zombie fans, but does it hold up over 30 years later? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING and you can listen and find out!
Dawn of the Dead (1978)
George Romero didn’t want to make another zombie movie, he had to be coaxed back to revisit the film that made him famous, but many would argue that Romero’s Dawn of the Dead is that rare sequel that is better than the original. Now in the 1970s Romero gives us a world gone mad as the dead rise to kill the living, and we focus on a group of survivors holed up in the most American of fortresses — a mall! The film is legendary among zombie fans, but does it hold up over 30 years later? DONATE TO NOW PLAYING and you can listen and find out!
New Podcast: Goldfinger by Ian Fleming
Goldfinger, the third James Bond film, is often seen as the quintessential Bond movie–the one where all the elements came together to form the James Bond formula. But in print, Goldfinger was Fleming’s seventh novel, the British agent is investigating smuggler and game cheat Auric Goldfinger. Similar in many ways to its theatrical part, Stuart reviews the original novel and compares it to the big screen counterpart. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Stuart as he reads and reviews Goldfinger.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN045-Bond07-Goldfinger.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Issue 50: A Brief Case for the Briefcase
The announcement of Marvel’s Phase One Blu Ray Collector’s Set was met with a mixed reaction. No one could doubt the coolness of the special artwork and the supplemental materials included with the set, but the high price, and the fact that most Marvel fans already own all the films leading up to Avengers, put off some buyers. But it turns out that Rimowa GmbH, manufacturers of the briefcase used in the film, didn’t give permission for Marvel to copy it for the collector’s set, and now the Blu Ray set is delayed until Spring. On this issue of Marvelicious Toys, Justin, Marjorie, and Arnie discuss this development, why it happened, and speculate on the set’s future.
But with one exclusive gone, two more pop up in its place! In a follow-up on the conversation from Issue 49, listen to find out about all-new exclusive items that you can get with the Avengers Blu-Ray.
And for toy collectors, we have a hands-on review of all the figures in Marvel Universe Wave 19. Kang, Scarlet Witch, Future Foundation Spider-Man, Punisher, and She-Hulk! Listen to find out if this wave was worth the wait!
With all this and a flying Helicarrier too, it’s all in Marvelicious Toys Issue 50!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT050.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 361: Celebration VI Memories
With so much anticipation it’s hard to believe Star Wars Celebration VI is over, but with all the good times come good memories! On this week’s Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie listen to recounts of some of the best times people had at Star Wars Celebration VI, from meeting celebrities to shopping to making friends to just partying, you shared your thoughts on this episode of the podcast.
Then Jerry comes with an unusual Vintage Viewpoint, looking at Celebration VI from the perspective of a vintage collector. From Celebration VI store items that harkened back to days of OT to some of the rare items seen on the show floor, Jerry recaps it all.
With a store report on new exclusive items hitting shelves and more, it’s all in this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN361.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
Night of the Living Dead (1968)
Zombies! In 2012 zombies are hip, from books like Pride and Prejudice and Zombies and World War Z to comics like Marvel Zombies and The Walking Dead to films such as Shawn of the Dead and 28 Days Later. But all of this can find its roots in 1968 and an independent film directed by George A. Romero. DONATE NOW and join us as Now Playing hosts Arnie, Jakob, and Stuart watch all of Romero’s Dead films, starting with his 1968 original, including it’s 30th Anniversary version!
Night of the Living Dead (1968)
Zombies! In 2012 zombies are hip, from books like Pride and Prejudice and Zombies and World War Z to comics like Marvel Zombies and The Walking Dead to films such as Shawn of the Dead and 28 Days Later. But all of this can find its roots in 1968 and an independent film directed by George A. Romero. DONATE NOW and join us as Now Playing hosts Arnie, Jakob, and Stuart watch all of Romero’s Dead films, starting with his 1968 original, including it’s 30th Anniversary version!
Night of the Living Dead (1968) – Limited Time Release for Patrons
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Zombies! In 2012 zombies are hip, from books like Pride and Prejudice and Zombies and World War Z to comics like Marvel Zombies and The Walking Dead to films such as Shawn of the Dead and 28 Days Later. But all of this can find its roots in 1968 and an independent film directed by George A. Romero. DONATE NOW and join us as Now Playing hosts Arnie, Jakob, and Stuart watch all of Romero’s Dead films, starting with his 1968 original, including it’s 30th Anniversary version!
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New Podcast: Dr. No by Ian Fleming
Most people were introduced to James Bond in Dr. No, the first Bond feature film. However, Dr. No was Ian Fleming’s sixth Bond novel, picking up after the author had seemingly killed the super-spy in the previous book. Much like the film, Dr. No is working with Russians to disrupt American rocket tests. But is the truism that the book is always better the case, or No? As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Stuart as he reads and reviews Dr. No.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN044-Bond06-DrNo.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
Killer Klowns from Outer Space
Is there anything more frightening than a clown? Yes–a Killer Klown…From Outer Space! These clay-faced baddies have come to earth to harvest humans. Do our hosts cry tears of a Klown, or do they have fun Klowning around? Donate to support Now Playing to find out!
Killer Klowns from Outer Space
Is there anything more frightening than a clown? Yes–a Killer Klown…From Outer Space! These clay-faced baddies have come to earth to harvest humans. Do our hosts cry tears of a Klown, or do they have fun Klowning around? Donate to support Now Playing to find out!
New Podcast: Issue 49: What a piece of Chit-auri
Hasbro is shipping tons of new figures right now. Avengers Wave 4 with Nick Fury and the basic Chitauri, the new Deluxe Chitauri, variant six-inch Avengers figures, a new wave of Marvel Legends, and two waves of Marvel Universe! All combined make it a great time to be a Marvel toy collector, and we run down all the new releases and where you can find them on this issue of the Marvelicious Toys podcast. New figures from this year, and hard to find figures from last year, Justin has the scoop on where you can get them yourself!
For the high-end Marvel collector new items are released as well. Hot Toys put up for pre-order their second Wolverine figure, this one from X-Men 3: The Last Stand. With a sentinel head and a leather-like outfit, listen to hear the hosts’ thoughts on this latest 1/6 scale figure.
Finally, Avengers was in theaters this past week, but the DVD is coming soon and every major retailer has an exclusive bag, print, disc, or comic to go along with it. We run down all the exclusives and rank which ones you have to have. It’s all this and more in this issue of the Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT049.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 360 Part 5: It’s So Hard to Say Goodbye to Celebration
On Sunday night Star Wars Celebration was winding down, but the Collectors’ Social Area still had hundreds of people pouring through trying to complete their Star Tots collection! Marjorie, Arnie, Berent, Jay, and Steve were all there handing out Star Tots but as the line grew longer the Star Wars Action News team took a break to reflect on the end of Star Wars Celebration VI. In this final episode of Celebration coverage, Marjorie, Arnie, Berent, Steve, and Scott from Tulsa reflect on the high points of C6, discuss Celebration Europe 2 in Germany, the release of both Episodes II and III in 3-D in 2013, and the SWAG they got and missed.
Listen to this episode of Star Wars Action News, then share YOUR thoughts on Celebration. If you attended, what did you love? What did you see? Who did you meet? If you didn’t attend, will you be attending Celebration Europe 2? Are you excited by the expedited release of the prequels? What did you think of Detours? Let us know at 415-508-JEDI or send an MP3 to show@swactionnews.com
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN360E.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Republic Forces Radio Network Celebration VI Clone Wars Coverage
Clone Wars may still be on summer vacation, but at Star Wars Celebration VI the Wars raged on, and Republic Forces Radio Network hosts Jerry, Johnathan, and Arnie were there! From an early Season 5 premiere to something totally new called Young Jedi, listen for the report on Clone Wars from C6!
This episode has very light spoilers for both Young Jedi and The Clone Wars Season 5 premiere. If you want to know absolutely nothing about the plots of these episodes, hold off on listening. However no major spoilers are revealed, saving those for when these episodes are shown on television.
Listen Now: http://www.republicforces.com/Podcasts/RFRNC6.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: From Russia With Love by Ian Fleming
Bond has stopped several evil plots in his first four novels, and now the Russian General of SMERSH wants revenge for Bond’s meddling. They not only want to kill Bond but first they need to ruin his reputation. With two henchmen sent to do the deed, Bond is facing his biggest challenge yet! As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Stuart as he reads and reviews From Russia With Love.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN043-Bond05-FromRussiaWithLove.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Episode 360 Part 4: On the Floor with Chris Gore
On Sunday Star Wars Celebration VI started to wind down, but Marjorie and Arnie were still going strong. Marjorie had her new tattoo, Arnie had a number of purchases, and they were recording all about it at The Force United booth! But this podcast ended up being Podcrashed by Chris Gore. Chris was covering Celebration for StarWars.com and he sits down with Star Wars Action News to discuss his fandom of Star Wars, what he’s enjoyed at Celebration, and the crazy things that happened at the 501st party at the Grotto!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN360D.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Episode 360 Part 3: Live from Celebration VI, Saturday Afternoon
Celebration VI was underway, George Lucas was taking a Detour on stage, but Marjorie, Arnie, and a number of Star Wars Action News listeners were still having fun in the Star Wars Collectors’ Social Area Saturday at noon! Listen to the second live podcast from the show where the Star Wars Action News hosts discuss being frozen in Carbonite, the bounty of items found at the Social Area Swap Meet and Social Friday night, Marjorie’s impending new tattoo, and more! Plus we have an interview with the voice of Star Wars fiction, Marc Thompson who performed the audiobook editions of the Thrawn Trilogy of novels, the Legacy of the Force and Fate of the Jedi series, and many more!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN360C.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Episode 360 Part 2: Partying with Yakface and Star Wars Action News
Thursday at Star Wars Celebration VI was the night of the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party. An edible Jabba attended, as did Slave Leia to flip the roles and eat the Hutt! Prizes were handed out, death sticks were consumed, and Jerry got to talk to several of the attendees about their expectations for Star Wars Celebration VI and their first day experiences. So join the party and listen now!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN360B.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Episode 360 Part 1: Live from Celebration VI Friday, Thinking Geek with Mark McKenna
At Star Wars Celebration VI Marjorie, Arnie, and Steve the Ginger Prince recorded a live show in the Collectors’ Social Area, and were joined by guests from Think Geek and Star Wars artist Mark McKenna! They discuss the latest reveals from the Hasbro Star Wars panel, shopping on the show floor, and give their impressions of the con!
Note: There was a shorted wire for the first couple minutes of this show making Steve’s audio hard to hear and some popping sounds that were minimized as much as possible during editing. As this was a live performance “the show must go on” while technicians worked to resolve the problem. The audio problems are resolved by 4 minutes into the show. So if you hear noises during the beginning, thank you for your patience, and know the first couple minutes are not indicative of the entire show’s audio quality.ouple minutes of this show making Steve’s audio hard to hear and some popping sounds that were minimized as much as possible during editing. As this was a live performance “the show must go on” while technicians worked to resolve the problem. The audio problems are resolved by 4 minutes into the show. So if you hear noises during the beginning, thank you for your patience, and know the first couple minutes are not indicative of the entire show’s audio quality.
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN360A.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Diamonds are Forever by Ian Fleming
In Bond’s fourth literary outing, the spy has to come to the states to take on a group of American gangsters. If that sounds beneath Bond, he agrees with you in this book! With very little resemblance to the theatrical adaptation, Diamonds Are Forever takes Bond undercover as a diamond smuggler. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Stuart as he reads and reviews Diamonds are Forever.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN042-Bond04-DiamondsAreForever.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Episode 359: The Star Wars Celebration VI Pre-Game Show
Even before the end of Star Wars Celebration V fans were starting to look forward to the next time they could get together with friends, Star Wars fans, from around the world. That’s because no other event or convention offers the programming, the exclusives, the events, and the excitement Star Wars fans find at Star Wars Celebration. And this week it’s finally here–Star Wars Celebration VI!
Marjorie, Arnie, and the Star Wars Action News team will be covering the event from the Clone Wars Season 5 premiere to the events in the Collecting Track, the store exclusives, the autograph area, and more! And on this episode of Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie run down the highlights of the event for collectors. From the Collectors’ Social Area to the Swap Meet, the Diorama Workshop, the Celebration Store, the Art Show, and more, we give you a high level prep for Star Wars Celebration VI!
Whether you listen while flying or driving to Celebration, or just sitting home wanting to know what’s happening at the con, it’s all in this episode of the Star Wars Action News podcast! We hope to see you at the show!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN359.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Moonraker by Ian Fleming
Moonraker, the James Bond film, is a black mark on 007’s film history–a shameless Star Wars rip-off that takes Bond to the final frontier. But in the original Ian Flemming novel, Moonraker is a much more Earthbound tale pitting Bond against Drax, a nuclear arms manufacturer. As part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Stuart as he reads and reviews Moonraker.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN041-Bond03-Moonraker.mp3
Category: Arts & Literature
New Podcast: Issue 48: Beta Wave Bill
With the high profile launches of Avengers and Amazing Spider-Man figures, plus Marvel Legends returning in a big way, Hasbro’s core 3.75-inch Marvel Universe line has been stagnent, with collectors staring at the same white-outfit Iron Fist and Shadowlands Daredevil since Spring. But on this episode of the Marvelicious Toys podcast the spotlight is right back on Marvel Universe! Wave 18 has hit stores, Wave 19 is showing up as well, and there are seven new comic packs too! With all new sculpts, repaints of some old sculpts, and the return of some older figures, Marjorie, Arnie, and Justin run down 20 new Marvel Universe figures on this podcast!
Also on this show, we have a Hulk! A Hot Toys Hulk that is. The green giant that stole the show in The Avengers has finally gone on preorder from Sideshow and Hot Toys. We run down the figure’s scale, articulation, and features.
With Avengers Superhero Squad, MODOK Minimates, and a report on Wizard World’s Chicago Comic Con, it’s all in this Marvelicious Toys podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.marvelicioustoys.com/Podcasts/MT048.MP3
Category: Arts
New Podcast: Episode 358: Celebration VI and Chicago Comic-Con
2012’s Convention season is ending not with a whimper but with a bang! Star Wars Celebration VI starts in 10 days, but last weekend was also Wizard World’s Chicago Comic-Con, and on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast Marjorie and Arnie run down both.
First, the Celebration VI panel schedule has finally been released, and Marjorie and Arnie discuss some of the panels they will be hosting, as well as panels in the Celebration VI Collector’s Social Area. With limited edition free collectibles, opportunities to meet the faces behind some of the most popular Star Wars collecting web sites, and more, listen to find out how to not miss out at C6!
Also, Diorama Workshop head Frank D’iorio comes on the show to update listeners on what attendees will be building at C6, and what collectibles and souvenirs will be available at the diorama workshop area.
Then Marjorie, Arnie, Brock, and Johnathan went to Wizard World Chicago. Listen in to find out about the toys, collectibles, and celebrities that attended this Midwestern event.
With a book review of X-Wing: Mercy Kill by Brock and Vintage figures being sold individually online, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN358.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Live and Let Die by Ian Fleming
James Bond versus Mister Big, the Voodoo Baron of Death. This fight is a classic part of the Bond movie franchise, but while it was the eighth Bond film it was actually the second Bond story written by Ian Flemming, released in 1954. Now as part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Stuart as he reads and reviews Live and Let Die.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN040-Bond02-LiveAndLetDie.MP3
Category: Arts & Literature
Underground Collecting Goes Public at the Star Wars Celebration VI Swap Meet
At Star Wars Celebration some of the hottest, hard to find collectibles aren’t on the show floor but in the suitcase of your fellow fan. Hotel sales have long been an after-hours activity of the Star Wars collector looking to find that rare vintage figure, a unique international item, or other prize Star Wars items.
This year at Star Wars Celebration VI the hotel sales get opened up to you! Friday night after the con, the Star Wars Collectors’ Swap Meet will be held at 6:30 pm in the new Star Wars Collectors’ Social Area. Bring some collectibles that you are willing to part with and see items from other Star Wars collections! Make a trade, work a deal, and find that item that has eluded you for so long!
The Star Wars Collectors’ Social Area is in room W304. Set-up begins at 5pm for those bringing collectibles to sell or trade. Selling is limited to just a handful of items per person though (what you can carry), so collectors should plan accordingly.
New Podcast: Episode 357: Add to Cart
Celebration is in two weeks, and for collectors the time to prepare your shopping lists has come! The store list has been revealed, and pre-orders are being taken by Acme Archives and Gentle Giant. From T-Shirts to statues to jumbo figures, magnets, and more! On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie run down the list.
But is there any better collectible than a free one? Tickets for the Yakface/Star Wars Action News Celebration 6 party are almost sold out! With tons of door prizes, from the SDCC exclusive Carbon Freeze figure set, FX Lightsaber, Mimoco Thumb Drives, Diamond Select collectibles, Sideshow 12-inch figures, and so much more to win! Plus everyone who attends the party gets an exclusive shirt with art by Mark McKenna. Get your tickets before they sell out at http://www.swactionnews.com/C6/party.htm
With a review of Gentle Giant exclusive mini-busts, back to school notebooks, and a reveal about some panels in the Celebration 6 Collecting Track, it’s all on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!
Listen Now: http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN357.MP3
Category: Movies & Television
New Podcast: Casino Royale by Ian Fleming
James Bond first appeared not in Dr. No, but in Casino Royale, Ian Fleming’s novel about a British spy on a mission to beat a Russian in a game of cards that has life or death stakes. Now as part of James Bond’s 50th Anniversary, the podcast Now Playing is reviewing all of the James Bond films and we at Books & Nachos are looking at all of Fleming’s original Bond novels and short stories. In this episode, join Stuart as he reads Fleming’s first Bond work.
Listen Now: http://www.booksandnachos.com/Podcasts/BN039-Bond01-CasinoRoyale.MP3
Category: Arts & Literature
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