Past hosts of the show Bulent and Josh ARE BACK!
Rob and Anil meet up with the both of them at their booth at FanExpo Vancouver to share information on their newest graphic novel "Black Project". We discuss not only the amazing story, but the work that goes behind creating your own graphic novel. This is a great episode for those who have many questions of goes on behind the scenes and are wanting to take the giant leap into self publication.
Follow the links on our website and FB to be take part of Black Project or just learn more about the story.
It is Rob's birthday and he wants to celebrate with a little quiz show. The theme: famous bars, diners and watering holes in TV and movies. The prize? Free fish dinner at Cockney Kings.
Also on the show: What Excites You?
- Star Wars Resistance
- The new Jon Favreau Star Wars show
The gang is joined again by Dayo Williams to talk about the perceptions of fandom. Is there a stigma? Are we Man-children? Is there any difference between fans of Star Wars to fans of music, or even sports fans? What makes a fan..or a fanatic? Why do we hide our fandom or search out our Tribe? Also on the show:
What Excites You?
- Avatar the Last Airbender on Netflix
- Newest season of Archer
- The passing of Burt Reynolds
- Newest season of Bojack Horseman
The crew is joined again by Dayo Williams, one of the prop designers for the latest Predator movie.
We discuss this classic 1987 Arnold Schwarzenegger movie, investigate if it has held up over the years and compare it to the newest 2018 Predator movie. Does it hold up? Is it meant to?
**Today's episode is has explicit language.**
The gang gets together with Ali Williams to watch Deadpool 2. We hope you enjoy us yacking away during the movie and sharing our thoughts and random Fun Facts.
The gang is back and we are joined by Ali Williams to talk about a love letter to our generation: Ready Player One. We look deep into our favorite parts of the movie, the comparison to the book, the connection to today's culture and of course EASTER EGGS.
In today's episode we are so happy to chat with Craig Skistimas of Game Attack. We discuss chat about video game streaming and why people invest hundreds, if not thousands of dollars just watch someone to play a video games. We also discuss other things such as:
- How has the gaming industry changed over the last 12 years?
- How did Game Attack get its start?
- The community that Game Attack strives for.
- The toxic nature of "fanboys" in any popular genre.
- The influence of podcasting and SideScrollers to our own show.
- and much more...
Check out Craig, Shaun Greyson and the rest of the GA team at Game Attack on TWITCH, YOUTUBE FACEBOOK and also follow the great G1 Community.
Also all August Game Attack supports Extra Life. Click the link at our website or subscribe to Game Attack on Twitch to help out
Today is a very special interview with CEO of Comedy Dynamics the creator of the Netflix documentary "The Toys That Made Us" Brian Volk-Weiss.
It is a wonderful conversation where we discuss things such as:
- The show's origin
- The cutting room floor
- Vlix
- What to expect in season 3 and beyond
- The modern Stand Up Comedy environment
- and much more!
It's an awesome interview we know you will enjoy!
Intro Song: "Desert Sun" · Lee Richardson · Jonathan Murrill · Tom Ford · James Cocozza
Outro Song: "Arcadia" - Deadmau5
The crew is back to discuss the great news and trailers that came out of The San Diego Comic Con.
- Aquaman
- Shazam
- Fantastic Beasts 2
- Glass
- Venom
- Godzilla: King of Beasts
- Her Universe Panel
- Wonder Woman 1984
- Clone Wars
Also on the show: "What Excites Us?"
- Anil's summer binge of Luke Cage, GLOW, Suicide Squad, James Cameron: Story of Science Fiction (AMC)
- Teen Titans Go to the Movies
- Deadmau5 "Monophobia" video directed by Smearballs
We get together to listen to Stev3 experience's working the floor of SDCC2018.
- The costume that Stev3 and Ali Williams put together for Ravendale Publishing
- Meeting JOHN CENA
- The cosplay costumes and highlights
- The interactive booths
- The purchases
Check out the links above for great pics and information about what was discussed.
In next week's episode we will discuss the news and trailers and news that came out of SDCC2018
BONUS SHOW:
Rob get together with his 6 year old son Scott to quickly chat about Teen Titans Go To The Movies.
It is round 2 for our GXW VS trivia contest. We are joined again by:
- Ash and Ben from The Skyhoppers Podcast,
- Steve Kirk form the San Diego Sabers Radio Podcast
- Riley from The Big Open Podcast
They are battling for the GXW Zod trophy. This weeks category? Well, we are not lying that it is Star Wars related....
GXW VS, trivia is back! and we have a number of guests to join the contest for the coveted GXW ZOD Trophy! (Kneel Before Zod!)
On today's episode we have
- Ben and Ash from The Skyhoppers Podcast
- Steve Kirk from the San Diego Sabers Radio Podcast
- Riley from The Big Open Podcast
The four of them answer questions regarding San Diego Comic Con.
Who will walk away with the coveted GXW ZOD trophy?
On today's episode we gather together for a photoshoot for the upcoming fan film BUCKETHEADS: A STAR WARS STORY directed by Marco Bossow and Andy Brown.
With Anil behind the camera, we head to the beach at Steveston, BC and visit Anil's classroom for a photoshoot with members of the Outer Rim Garrison of the 501st. We chat with Garrison members:
- Stev3
- Gilles LaChance
- Karl Germyn
As well as actor Troy Mundle and Director Marco Bossow
Its a fun look behind the scenes to how a movie is made. We hope you enjoy this episode and check out the links for more information on Bucketheads: A Star Wars Story.
Also go to our Facebook and Instagram site for pics of the event.
Also check out Episode 125 for more information on the movie Bucketheads: A Star Wars Story.
Anil, Jamie and Rob take a extended look into season 2 of Toys That Made Us where they look into the history of Star Trek, Transformers, Lego and Hello Kitty. We recap the episodes and share our thoughts on what is coming up for Season 3.
Also on the show, "What Excites Us?"
- "Waffles Gone Wild" in Burnaby
- "Guys We F***ed Podcast"
- Rob gets a new kilt at "Affordable Kilts"
- "Comic Book Men' ends
- 10th Anniversary of Clone Wars TV series and ComicCon panel
- Supporting young artists
- Steve Kirk and IntergalactiCon gifts
Today Anil, Jamie, Stev3, and Rob "Blow that negativity out of the sky" (to steal a line from Neil Lowery. ) We focus on what makes this Star Wars universe GREAT.
How has this movie from 40 years ago impacted not only our lives personally but an entire world in a positive way?
We look at the impacts through:
- charity (501st)
- art
- in the classroom
- inclusion and equality
We also look at some of the most inspirational quotes that came out of the movie's franchise.
More links on our website at generationxwing.com
This week Anil, Jamie, Stev3 and Rob touch on SO many things in today's episode.
- Our dinner at Cockney Kings Fish and Chips
- Hank Azaria - "Apu" character from Simpsons
- Stev3's time at Florida MegaCon
- Deadpool 2 review *SPOILERS*
- Lord of the Rings TV series in the works
- Anthony Bourdain
- "Making Fun" the Story of Funko on Netflix
- E3 news
- Leeroy Jenkins!!!
- Jim Lee named Chief Creative Officer of DC
- Wreck It Ralph 2 trailer
**Spoilers**
Terry Chui joins us to take a deeper look into Solo: A Star Wars Story.
We examine the characters, the Easter Eggs, and what is the future of the Solo story?
Also on the show: "What Excites You?"
- Poe Dameron Comic Book
See our website for links to Terry and outro music
SPOILER WARNING
Terry Chui joins the GXW crew to talk about our initial reaction to Solo A Star Wars Story.
- What excites us?
- What were our "Wow" moments?
- What was our "Opening Night" movie experience like?
Go to our website for all the links!
Lady Di, Knight of the Commonwealth, joins us again to answer more questions from our listeners. We discuss:
- The state of DC universe. How can it be fixed?
- Does the new Generation "get" old pop culture?
- What does the 5o1st mean to us?
- What ever happened to past hosts Bulent and Josh? Check out BLACK PROJECT
- A major THANK YOU to Marc from Talk Star Wars.
Hope you join us!
FINALLY! The GXW crew is back...and they are here to answer listener questions! From Australia to Quebec to England...and we don't do it alone.
We are joined by a magnificent Knight of the Commonwealth: Lady Di.
Tune in and enjoy!
The GXW crew finally get chance to talk about a Netflix original "The Toys That Made Us"
We discuss the origin of the show, break down each episode and look forward to the next 4 episodes to come. We also share our wish list of which episodes we would like to see next.
Also on the show:
- The answer to last weeks trivia question (oops) and give this week's trivia question.
We are joined by the awesome cosplaying Ali Williams (OnlyAliCat) to do a little Geek Talk. What's on the docket? Well, let us tell you:
The gang is joined by Dr. Nicholas "Nick the Guy" Harrison from "How Star Wars Saved My Life" & the Outer Rim Garrison - 501st (to name just a few).
With Anil returning from his trip, we catch up on the sights and sounds of China such as Disneyland Hong Kong. We also chat about other things that excite us such as:
- Rob's review of Battlefront 2 (PS4).
- Nick putting his Death Trooper armor together
- Jamie gives us a review of Sea Of Thieves (Xbox/PC)
- Stev3's cosplaying conquests at Anaheim's WonderCon
Go to our website and Facebook site for more info, links and pictures.
The GXW crew is honored to be joined by Dr. Nicholas J. Harrison aka "Nick The Guy". he is the writer and performer of his one man stage show titled "How Star Wars Saved My Life" which ran in Vancouver in 2017.
It is a story about how a man survived horrible childhood abuse by accidentally wandering into a showing of Star Wars back in 1977.
This episode discusses the show, his personal story, his performing history with Disneyland, theatre sports and as "Nick the Guy", his work in the 501st - Outer Rim Garrison of BC and what he does now to spread the word of Hope to others.
This is without a doubt the most powerful and most meaningful episode we have done as a podcast. We hope you can join us!
Check out the links on our website to find out more about "Nick the Guy".
Stev3, Jamie and Rob are joined by fellow 501st - Outer Rim Garrison Members Aaron Lutsch and Steve "Hosenose" Lewis to chat about the recent Capital City Comic Con that took place in Victoria, BC.
We discuss:
- the positive impact it had on the city of Victoria
- Cherry Bomb Toys.
- the honorary Outer Rim Garrison members Mike Quinn (Nien Nunb/ReeYees, Jay Baruchel and Ken Steacy.
- Local artist: Andy Everson.
- Interviews w/ Mando Mercs & New Zealander Phil "Capt. Rex" Tanuvasa.
- A dog with a squeak toy.
- And much more!
Go to our website or Facebook page for more pics and info!