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Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 105: "When Less Plasm Became More Plasm" With Tony Taylor of Fantazm ToysWE'RE BACK! After over two months away from the microphone, Jim returns with part-time defacto co-host Tony Taylor to catch up about the major events in the Ghostbusters fandom that wrapped up 2024, the headlines that started 2025, and to discuss the future of Extraplasm's format and release schedule. From the Haslab Two in the Box Release to Bill Murray's Super Bowl commercial, it's a wild and fun ride full of reconnections and reflections! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX 2025-02-232h 38

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 101: "Mooglie For President!" With Eric Christenson of the Mooglie Fan ClubIt may be election day as we record the podcast, but rest assured, Extraplasm 101 is all paranormal and zero percent political, beyond our advocacy and love for Mooglie! Eric Christenson of the Mooglie Fan Club joins the podcast as co-host for a run down and discussion of the latest Ghostbusters headlines, including updates on Hasbro Pulse and Mondo’s campaigns to bring more Ghostbusters toys to every household, Ray Parker Jr, Bruce Springsteen and Mooglie shaped swimming pools funded by royalty checks, Ghostbusters Spirits Unleashed’s new “No Ghostly Felons Left Untrapped” gameplay, and more! All jokes aside: y...2024-11-062h 32

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 100: "Triple Digit Super Jackpot!" With Jason Fitzsimmons & Tony TaylorWelcome to triple digits! Extraplasm rings in its 100th episode with an off-schedule format-breaking episode with Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News and Tony Taylor of Fantazm Shop! We chat about the big Ghostbusters reveals from New York Comic-Con including Hasbro's HasLab Ecto-1 reveal and Mondo's latest teases for their 1:12 Real Ghostbusters line. Plus we dig into HalloweenCostumes.com's Scoleri Bros and Garraka offerings, Ghostbusters Spirits Unleashed's latest DLC, and a bunch of other conversational randomness along the way! Thanks to Tony and Jason for being such a fun part of Extraplasm over the last 100 episodes and for joining the sh...2024-10-272h 22

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 96: "Crossed Streams & Ice Cream Dreams" With Jason Fitzsimmons & Tony TaylorAfter a month without guests in the Extraplasm Studio, Jason Fitzsimmons and Tony Taylor make their triumphant return to the show to chat with Jim about everything that's happened since SDCC. It's a fun show about everything that has us excited - from Halloween Horror Nights, to upcoming cartoon possibilities, to HasLabs and upcoming action figures - and even an off the rails discussion about Jason's new Ninja Creami, monster themed cereals, and imagined Ghostbusters ice cream flavors and brands (coming to GhostbustersNews.com and your grocer's freezer soon?!). It's all here in a fun and frenetic episode 96, along...2024-09-042h 19

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 95: "Ghost Stories of a Haunted Firehouse" RevisitedThis episode we're revisiting a classic Extraplasm episode from 2022 and introducing some new details and updates to an ongoing story! Back in 2022, Episode 10: Ghost Stories of a Haunted Firehouse covered the history of Fire Station 23 in Los Angeles - better known to many of us as the interior of the Ghostbusters Headquarters in the first two movies. Nearly two years later, Jim's revisiting the episode for a remastered experience with improved audio, better editing, and -- most importantly -- an update on the effort of LA Department of Cultural Affairs and the Bureau of Engineering to convert the firehouse i...2024-08-261h 55

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 91: Ghostly Things & More At PropStore & Comic-Con 2024 With Jason FitzsimmonsJason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News sits in with Jim in guest co-host capacity as they delve into their thoughts on possible Ghostbusters announcements and reveals at San Diego Comic-Con next week, as well as the recently revealed PropStore catalog for the upcoming auction in Los Angeles! Find out our hopes and predictions for these two exciting upcoming events and get caught up on the past week's Ghostbusters headlines - all in this week's episode of Extraplasm! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by M...2024-07-171h 53

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 89: "It Really Rolls For Fundraising Initiatives!" With Bob Anderson of Windy City Ghostbusters / Bob After DarkBob Anderson of Windy City Ghostbusters and the Bob After Dark Podcast joins the show to chat about raising funds to support children in hospitals via Extra Life - a fundraising platform for streaming video and table top video games on Twitch. Find out how you can participate in Bob's upcoming live event where players from six Ghostbusters Franchises will come together for a session of the vintage Ghostbusters International RPG game West End Games while raising funds! Plus get caught up on the Ghostbusters Headlines of the previous week. Access Bob's streaming session this weekend at...2024-07-031h 15

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 81: "This Old Firehouse" With Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire Art Director Luke WhitelockExtraplasm is joined by Luke Whitelock, Art Director on Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire, and the brains behind the Ghostbusters Firehouse set! He is an accomplished art director, set designer, and draftsman with over 20 years of experience and an impressive set of credits working in film and television (including multiple phase 2 and 3 Marvel projects). Luke shares insights about the design of the firehouse set and stories of his time working on the film with us this week, and also tells us a little about the online curriculum of courses and training assets he produces for newcomers to 3d modeling and design...2024-05-012h 00

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 80: Extraplasm Gets Slimed With Kevin Mangold of Ghostbusters: Frozen EmpireExtraplasm is joined this week by Kevin Mangold, who portrayed Slimer in Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire! Kevin is an actor, stunt and creature performer, producer, and retired thoroughbred horse jockey who shares his experiences working on Frozen Empire with the podcast this week. Get filled in on the week's headlines and then stick around for this exciting conversation about Kevin's portrayal of Slimer and the performance work involved in bringing our beloved ugly little spud back to cinema screens! Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters"...2024-04-171h 46

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 76: The Giant-Sized Ghostbusters Frozen Empire NYC Premiere Special With Jason FitzsimmonsWe’re joined by Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News for a GIANT-SIZED episode as we recap our adventure to cover the Ghostbusters Frozen Empire premiere in NYC and give you some insights on the new movie as we’ve now seen it, and the review embargo has lifted! And it's giant-sized because this is indeed the longest episode ever of Extraplasm, measuring in at over three and a half hours in length and covering nearly every aspect of our trip to New York. We chat about our experiences being chauffeured through the city by Ecto-1NJ, our visits to Hook...2024-03-203h 37

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 69: Twice the Trailers and Twice the Particle Power With Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters NewsJason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News joins the show as guest co-host and commentator for an "XL-sized" Extraplasm, as we break down not one but two trailers released for Ghostbusters Frozen Empire over the last week! Get caught up on Ghostbusters headlines with the Ghostbusters News man himself, and then join us as we dig into the big reveals from the domestic US and international trailers for Ghostbusters Frozen Empire! Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX 2024-01-312h 36

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 65: The Haunted Hasbro Hunt Begins With Justin West of Strange Glow VideoJustin West of the Strange Glow Video podcast joins the show for a discussion about the latest Ghostbusters toy offerings from Hasbro that have turned up at Target.com and a local toy retailer in Austin, TX. Jim and Justin discuss the products that have been revealed thus far, what toys they'd like to see on the way, and (more broadly) how the toy and action figure industry is changing. Plus find out about the latest Ghostbusters Headlines since the start of 2024, and details on a way to support Extraplasm's charitable fundraising efforts for Starlight Children's Foundation. S...2024-01-031h 48

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 64: Ringing In 2024 With Ghostbusters 2 Featuring Craig Goldberg, Tom Henry, Matt Sanders & Derek OsborneWe are ringing in 2024 with a celebratory commentary of Ghostbusters 2 and an amazing panel of 4 guests! Tom Henry and Matt Sanders of The Containment Unit / TCU Collectibles & Toys bring a wealth of knowledge from their interviews with a number of Ghostbusters 2 cast and effects crew members. And along with them is Derek Osborn, who served as an editor and producer on the Ghostbusters documentary film Cleaning Up the Town and who is currently working on the Ghostbusters 2 documentary, Too Hot To Handle. And last but not least, Craig Goldberg of Yes Have Some Podcast rounds out the panel, bringing a...2023-12-302h 25

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 63: The 2023 Holiday Special ”Scrooged” Commentary With Jason Fitzsimmons & Tony TaylorJason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News and Tony Taylor of Fantazm Toys join the podcast to celebrate the holiday season with a watchalong commentary of the Bill Murray Christmas classic, Scrooged! Plus, find out about the latest Ghostbusters headlines, the upcoming New Year's Eve special episode, and an opportunity to pick up Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire posters that will be happening as we ring in the new year! Thanks for being a part of what makes Extraplasm worthwhile and Happy Holidays! Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme...2023-12-232h 26

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 62: Adventures In Sliming & Signing With Tom Henry of TCU Toys & CollectiblesTom Henry of The Containment Unit (TCU) autograph group on Facebook and TCU Toys joins the show for a recap of his recent trip to Steel City Con to complete a bulk signing opportunity with Ghostbusters Afterlife and Frozen Empire star McKenna Grace! he secured hundreds of custom ordered autographs for Ghostbusters fans from around the world! We chat about his trip, his interactions working with McKenna to complete hundreds of autographs for fans from around the world, the autograph collecting hobby & industry and more! Plus, get caught up on the most recent Ghostbusters headlines, and find out what...2023-12-191h 54

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 58: Extraplasm Takes a Field Trip to Answer the Call With Paul Feig & Katie DippoldExtraplasm took a field trip to attend a benefit screening of Ghostbusters Answer the Call along with a Q&A and cocktail hour hosted by none other than director Paul Feig and his co-writer Katie Dippold! This exciting event was a benefit for the Good Deed Corps - a 501c3 non profit whose important work serves to foster ballot access, voter registration and democratic engagement with underrepresented communities. Get caught up on the week's headlines and then join Jim and Leah (theater and comedy teacher and the First Lady of Extraplasm) as they recap the event! And - if y...2023-11-212h 10

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 57: Ghostbusters Frozen Empire Trailer Discussion With Jason Fitzsimmons, Brendan Pearce & Tony TaylorWE'RE BACK! Extraplasm returns after a week off, and in the wake of the highly anticipated Ghostbusters Frozen Empire teaser trailer! Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News and Tony Taylor and Brendan Pearce of Fantazm Toys & Badoochi Studios join the show for a panel discussion about the title, plot and character details the trailer revealed, the fan community's collective reaction to new Ghostbusters content, potential toys & collectibles, and yes - even expensive red parkas! Plus, get a run down of the last two weeks of non-trailer related Ghostbusters headlines! Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Bren...2023-11-142h 08

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 56: You Gotta Know When To Hold ’Em In A Containment Grid With Dan Liberg & Chris Burns of Buffalo GhostbustersReturning guest Dan Liberg and newcomer Chris Burns of the Buffalo Ghostbusters join the show to discuss their ongoing work supporting Hook & Ladder 8 and more! We chat about their new Ghostbusters Franchise playing card project to fundraise for the firehouse, their recent appearance at NYCC, their podcast mini-series with author James Green Jr. discussing his book A Convenient Parallel Dimension, and their successful Ghostbusters Day event at the firehouse in NYC. Plus find out how Jim, Chris and Dan feel about the new HasLab "Two In The Box" offering from Hasbro, and get caught up on the week's headlines!2023-10-312h 24

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 49: Talkin’ Toys & Toy Fairs With Tony ”The Toy Man” TaylorExtraplasm returns after a week off and friend of the show Tony Taylor returns to talk about Ghostbusters toys as we approach Toy Fair 2023 at the end of the month! Join Jim and Tony as they discuss their hopes for officially licensed toys and costume props from Hasbro and Spirit Halloween, marketing and branding of Ghostbusters role play toys, Hasbro RC Traps turning up for sale in China, and their thoughts on the potential for a new Ghostbusters HasLab in support of the next movie. Plus find out about the headlines of the last two weeks, as well as t...2023-09-122h 05

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 46: The 2023 Giant Sized Extraplasm Annual With Jason Fitzsimmons, Tom Henry, and Tony Taylor (A Ghostbusters Afterlife Commentary)We're celebrating Episode 46 and one year of podcasting with three fantastic folks who helped make the first year of Extraplasm great! First get an update on the state of the podcast and some new exciting announcements about what's to come. Then load up your copy of Ghostbusters Afterlife and celebrate 46 Extraplasms with a watchalong commentary track for Ghostbusters Afterlife: The film that gave us a character named Podcast who has a podcast, and that evoked the whole "46th episode" gimmick! Joining us as a panel of commentators are Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News, Tom Henry of TCU Toys and t...2023-08-152h 55

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 44: When the Talent Is Away The Busting Is Delayed With Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters NewsJason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News is in the Extraplasm Studio and sitting in as co-host for the whole show! Tune in for a chat about the week's headlines, including commentary on the Ghostbusters Firehouse release delay and its implications, the new Ghostbusters Spirits Unleashed DLC release, and the latest retail Proton Pack and Slimer decorative offerings from HalloweenCostumes.com. Plus, we discuss our thoughts on the next Hasbro and Fantazm Toys releases, some recent fan media and maker projects, and the recent passing of Paul Reubens, (known to many as Pee Wee Herman), as the news broke during our...2023-08-012h 08

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 42: International House of Plasms & Fantazms With Brendan Pearce & Tony TaylorIt's the first ever intercontinental Extraplasm! The boys from Fantazm Toys join the show this week - and that means Tony Taylor is back, but with him from all the way in Australia in his first ever podcast appearance is Brendan Pearce of Badoochi Studios! Tony and Brendan collaborate on their Fantazm Toys creation, but Brendan is also an artist and the mind behind a ton of GB Fan content creator’s logos – including this podcast. We covered a lot of ground in this chat, from their shared creative process, Brendan’s work in 2D art for logos and packagin...2023-07-182h 03

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 41: “Activate the Ghost Beacon!” with Phil KessellAfter a week away for the July 4th holiday, Jim is back in the Extraplasm studio with Phil Kessell -- the man you may know as the face of the "Ghost Beacon" YouTube channel! Phil joins the show for a fun conversation about his experiences documenting the Ghostbusters Day event at Hook & Ladder 8 in NYC, attending Ecto Fest and Fan Fest in Los Angeles, and even capturing a glimpse of the interior of Engine 23 in Skid Row within his lens! Plus, find out about the Ghostbusters headlines over the last two weeks! Check out Phil's video content at youtube.co...2023-07-111h 44

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 39: Dripping With Lucky Goo at Ghostbusters HQ With Troy BenjaminTroy Benjamin joins Extraplasm this week for a fun conversation about his experiences as a multi-hyphenate Ghostbusters content creator and fan who has the tools and the talent (but who also modestly insists he's had a little luck along the way). We chat about his early days running Ghostbusters HQ on the web, trying to save the LA Firehouse, and his experiences working on Ghost Corps projects. Hear some fun and exciting stories about Troy's behind-the-scenes documentary work for Ghostbusters Afterlife, working on the fan commentary for the Ghostbusters DVD/Blu-Ray, authoring the Ectomobile manual, the Ghostbusters Interdimensional Crossrip P...2023-06-202h 02

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 36: The Memorial Day Minisode & Vegan Cheese Sales EventJim is in the studio alone this week for a quick "minisode" recapping the week's headlines over a holiday week here in the U.S. Find out about where Bill Murray's been spotted, why vegan cheese is now tangentially relevant to Ghostbusters, and some other non-spoilery soft updates on Ghostbusters Firehouse filming. Plus tune in to find out about the latest fan created toy offerings from Fantazm Toys, remaining autograph opportunities from The Containment Unit autograph collecting group on Facebook, updates on charitable work supporting Hook & Ladder 8 and Ghostbusters community members, and more! Special Thanks & Credits ...2023-05-2930 min

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 35: Riding Scary-Go-Rounds & Roller Ghosters With John Yurcaba IVJohn Yurcaba joins the show as guest co-host! First, Jim and John talk through the headlines of the last week, including more news about fan produced Ghostbusters Day events, merchandise and video game updates, and a recent interview with Sigourney Weaver about the next Ghostbusters film. Then stick around in the back half of the show for a fun discussion about Sony's plans to create new and exciting theme park attractions based on their movie properties (including Ghostbusters), and some wishcasting about the next wave of Ghostbusters comic book content! Plus find out more about Jim's worst idea for a...2023-05-221h 58

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 34: Spectral Speculation - The Writers’ Strike and You with Matt ZunichFirst, get caught up on Ghostbusters headlines. Then Matt Zunich of the LA Ghostbusters rejoins the show for a "Spectral Speculation" discussion about the Writers Guild strike and its impact on television and film production, including Ghostbusters projects. Matt brings his experiences working in the industry as a post-production supervisor and as an aspiring writer to the conversation, while Jim brings his experience teaching about mass media industries. Together, they discuss the role of the Writers Guild, the reasons for their current dispute with the motion picture and television industry, and how the continuance of a strike may impact co...2023-05-172h 11

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 33: Paranormal Forces and Primary Sources With Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters NewsThis week Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News fame rejoins the show for a fun conversation about the challenge of reporting around spoilers, the new DLC pack for Ghostbusters Spirits Unleashed, the new Spirit Halloween Proton Pack, Ghostbusters Firehouse, and even a Canadian grocery store pizza delicacy! Plus get caught up on the events of the last week in our headlines segment! It's Episode 33, and the podcast is more than 2/3's of the way to "finding its voice!" Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAG...2023-05-022h 09

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 32: Savin’ The Ghostbusters Day with Dan Liberg of Buffalo GhostbustersDan Liberg of the Buffalo Ghostbusters joins the show to talk about Ghostbusters Day, the work he and Buffalo Ghostbusters have done to develop a relationship with Hook & Ladder 8 in NYC, and what's to come for 2023! Find out a bit about the work Dan and the Buffalo team are doing to prepare an amazing Ghostbusters day at the firehouse and how charitable donations to their GoFund Me and patch campaign (ending soon!) help to benefit FDNY and the firefighters working out of Hook & Ladder 8. Plus, find out about the exciting and surprising events of the week, including a new f...2023-04-241h 52

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 31: Paraordinary Professionals and Products with Chris StewartChris Stewart returns to the podcast for a fun chat where we geek out a bit about Ghostbusters and world building, explore what Winston's TED Talk might be like if he had one, and spitball new Ecto-1 ideas and Ghostbuster-tech derived consumer products! Then we try to figure out if the new Ghostbusters movie is the first time the exterior design of Hook and Ladder 8 in NYC and the interior of Old 23 in Los Angeles will be merged practically via the firehouse window set piece Jason Reitman teased in the last few weeks. Special Thanks & Credits 2023-04-172h 02

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 30: Bathtub Slime Machine with Tony Taylor of Fantazm ToysTony Taylor of Fantazm Toys joins Jim in the virtual studio as guest co-host! We discuss a few news items from a holiday week that was light on headlines. First we chat about a fun photo of Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan in the window of the Ghostbusters Firehouse set, a bootleg toy release, and changes to the 6 inch action figure lines at Hasbro (who still holds the Ghostbusters toy license). Then we spend some time catching up with Tony about life, the successful Fantazm Toys "Slimeball" figure, the process of designing, refining and quality testing handmade toys, their...2023-04-101h 50

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 29: Driveby Observations in a Rusted WrecktoJim's in the studio for a mini-sode that reflects on the events of the last week and engages in some Spectral Speculation about a rusted Wreckto reported on Reddit! Tune in for a catch-up on casting news, some discussion of a Ghostbusters Afterlife Ecto-1 spotted on a trailer in California, and awesome fan-produced toy, patch and pin news! Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX 2023-04-0437 min

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 28: The Devil’s Not Down In Georgia Cuz He Was Busted In the Carolinas with Jon Roop & Rob Sosebee of South Carolina GhostbustersThis week the big exciting new to discuss is the first Ghostbusters: Firehouse casting announcement! Join Jim for a discussion of casting news and speculation, along with headlines about Logan Kim and the Walking Dead, new autograph signings with the GB Containment Unit, and some collectibles news about Funko, as well as friends of the podcast, Fantazm Toys. Then, tune in for a chat with with Jon Roop and Rob Sosebee of the South Carolina Ghostbusters, who have worked to celebrate Ghostbusters while contributing to their community though charitable work since 2011. Jon is also the Champion of the recurring W...2023-03-272h 30

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 27: ”When Giant Marshmallow Nature Attacks!” with Jacob WalshThis week we’re talking with Jacob Walsh of Yes Have Some Podcast for a fun chat about his work as a tattoo artist, his love of reptiles and animals, kaijus vs. marshmallow men, what justifies ethically killing animals or monsters in horror movies, and at least a little bit about the future of Ghostbusters. Tune in for a check-up on the headlines of the week -- including the start of filming for Ghostbusters: Firehouse -- and stick around to hear what Jacob’s been up to and what his hopes are for the forthcoming Ghostbusters projects ahead! And don’...2023-03-211h 10

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 26: When Extraplasm Met Pizzaplazm with Chris SorrentinoExtraplasm and Pizzaplazm unite and catalytic conversational conversion runs rampant! @ReelGhostbusters artist, comedian, podcaster, and authentic Staten Island Guy Chris Sorrentino joins the podcast for an interview that quickly devolves into two Italian/Irish Post-Catholic New Yorkers making each other laugh! We talk about the NYC Firehouse, Chris's Reel Ghostbusters series and plans for an art book, his comedy podcast "Super Live Adventure Podcast" work as a production artist for TruTV's Impractical Jokers! And then the podcast devolves into a pitch for a raccoon themed rip-off of Cats to take place now and forever at the Winter Garden Theater, and...2023-03-132h 00

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 25: ”Practically Set and Better Yet!” with John Yurcaba IVComic book artist, story teller, and all around good person John Yurcaba IV re-joins the podcast this week as guest co-host! This week we break the format a bit with a slow burn of the week's headlines about Ghostbusters: Firehouse, along with our commentary and speculation! Join us as we chat about the construction photos of the practical Ghostbusters: Firehouse set that were released into the world in the last week, the implications and opportunities that a practical firehouse set affords, our hopes to see Ernie Hudson in the UK soon, merch news, and occasional bits! Thanks to John Yur...2023-03-061h 53

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 24: Autographs via Post and Avocado Toast with Tom Henry of the GB Containment UnitThis week Jim is joined on the podcast by Tom Henry of "The Containment Unit: We collect Spores, Molds & Ghostbusters Autographs" Group on Facebook for an interview! Along with previous Extraplasm guest Matt Sanders, Tom helps to coordinate autograph signings with Ghostbusters cast members and behind the scenes talent for fans in our community! Tom shares some fun stories of meeting and working with some of the most beloved people who have contributed to the Ghostbusters franchise, along with tidbits about coordinating autograph projects for members of the fandom. Plus, find out the exclusive details about the latest amazing aut...2023-02-271h 41

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 23: Charitable Features and Animated Creatures with Steven SheaSteven Shea has worn many hats - including first guest of Extraplasm Podcast - but among his greater roles are that he was the writer of the Ghostbusters Afterlife tie-in app game Ghostbusters ScARe, he is a writer, director, and founder of Abyssmal Entertainment, and he's a valued member of the Los Angeles Ghostbusters! Since we talked in depth about his experiences working on ScARe in the very first episode of Extraplasm, Steven's been busy! He returns this week to discuss upcoming LA Ghostbusters events benefitting Starlight Foundation as well as his upcoming animated comedy project, "Isla Monstro!" Plus t...2023-02-201h 44

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 22: Two Timer Tony Taylor Talks Toys ’Til Terrific Topics Turn Terrifying!Tony Taylor of Fantazm Toys returns to the podcast as guest co-host! We ping-pong our way through headlines over the last two weeks and Jim editorializes a bit about the DLC and new features and changes in Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed. Then we discuss Fantazm's successful "Slimeball" figure release, the Matty Collector eBay prototype listing Jim missed out on (and apparently Tony didn't) and our reflections upon Muncher and his place in Ghostbusters narratives, marketing and culture. We also chat about our hopes and dreams for Ghostbusters toys we've yet to see officially released (and a couple that Fantazm Toys ma...2023-02-132h 27

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 21: Out of the Ghost Trap & Into the Edit Bay with Derek OsbornTelevision and film editor and Ghostbusters historian Derek Osborn joins Jim for a conversation as we wrap up January and start the second month of 2023! Fans of the documentary film "Cleaning Up the Town: Remembering Ghostbusters" will know Derek's work well, as he was a co-editor on the project. Derek provides insight in our conversation about how he got involved in the project, some things he learned along the way, and his hopes about what we'll continue to uncover about the history of Ghostbusters both from the new films in production, as well as his collaboration with Bueno Productions on...2023-01-312h 04

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 20: Positively Packed With Protons With Austin YoungResident Proton Pack expert and prop builder Austin Young of the Central Oklahoma Ghostbusters joins Jim as co-host this week! We chat about a few of the week's headlines and then discuss the excitement of the HasLab Proton Pack and the modding potential that has emerged in the first week of fans deconstructing and rebuilding HasLab Proton Packs! Find out about some helpful resources from GBFans and HasLab Modders Facebook group members that have been developed since the pack came out, with some healthy conversational randomness along the way! Special Thanks & Credits: Logo / Cover Art...2023-01-242h 18

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 19: HasLabs & Hand Grenades: An Extraplasm EctotorialThe show's back on the West Coast as the HasLab Proton Packs continue to ship eastward from Chino, CA! First get filled in on the Ghostbusters Headlines from the last week! Then, join Jim for a review of the HasLab Proton Pack and some reflection on Hasbro's handling of the Ghostbusters toy license, Ghostbusters fan culture with regards to toy and merchandise releases, and elevating "fan joy" over "fan anguish and catharsis" for happier busting. It's a "bottle show" this week (if podcasts have such a thing) as we're without a guest - but you can feel free to bri...2023-01-171h 29

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 18: Discussions In a Convenient Parallel Dimension with James Greene Jr.It's a new year, and lots of things are on the move! Jim's on the road visiting family, the folks of Ghost Corps are about to be on the road to the UK to film the next Ghostbusters movie, and Haslab Proton Packs are about to be on the road to backers' homes! Catch up on headlines of the week and then join Jim and author James Greene Jr. whose recently released book, "A Convenient Parallel Dimension: How Ghostbusters Slimed Us Forever," is out now in print and audiobook format. Jim chats with James about his experiences writing the...2023-01-071h 31

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 17: The Year In Review (And Other Stuff Too) with Craig GoldbergIt's the last episode of 2022! Craig Goldberg of Yes Have Some Podcast joins us to discuss the Ghostbusters events and announcements of 2022 and what's to come in 2023, with some healthy conversational free association and randomness along the way! Find out about the final Ghostbusters headlines of 2022 (including Billy Bryan joining the next Ghostbusters movie, comments about the animated film also in production, and some merch news) and then join us as we ring out the old and ring in the new! Special Thanks & Credits: Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme...2022-12-311h 54

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 16: Have Yourself A Very Crossripped Christmas With Chris StewartThis week, Chris Stewart (AKA @protoncharging) of the Ghostbusters Interdimensional Crossrip joins the podcast for some holiday fun! Get updated on some of the most recent Ghostbusters events and happenings, including the recent live director’s commentary and watch party with Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan hosted by Big Head Club, the release of Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed version 1.3, and Hasbro’s early shipments of the HasLab Proton Pack. Then, Chris and I chat about our hopes for Ghostbusters Box Sets and revamped animated content in the coming year and pay tribute to the holiday season with a “watch-a-long” commentary for the R...2022-12-231h 57

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 15: Talking Toy Drives With Ghostheads Radio’s Ted Colunga & Matt BarkerThis episode we’re talking with Ted Colunga and Matt Barker of Ghostheads Radio about their weekly livestream video show highlighting Ghostbusters Franchises around the country. And, more specifically, we chat about their involvement in the 2022 #GhostbustersToyDrive campaign to organize local toy drives and charitable campaigns hosted by Ghostbusters Franchises and benefitting kids this holiday season under one marketable banner. Jim also hits some important community calendar items to know about for Monday and Thursday of the week ahead, and discusses a few headline items including the trailer for Ghostbusters: Rise of the Ghost Lord and Finn Wolfhard's confirmed ret...2022-12-111h 26

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 14: Still Making Headlines & Sliming Deadlines with Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters NewsJason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News joins Extraplasm for a mid-week episode that also happens to feature one of the biggest Ghostbusters headlines in recent months! Jim discusses Sony's recent announcement that Gil Kenan will direct Afterlife (and explains why this is a very good thing), Illfonic's announcement regarding DLC for Ghostbusters Spirits Unleashed, and a few important charity news items. Then stick around for a fun conversation with Jason Fitzsimmons about how he started the Ghostbusters News website, how it's transitioned into a full time job running a network of social media sites and content, and the challenges and...2022-12-072h 20

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 13: The Cyber Monday MinisodeIt's a quick "solo" Extraplasm as Jim takes you through Ghostbusters Cyber Monday week deals, headlines and some "hot take" commentary about Ray Parker Jr.'s views on Sony's alleged "burying" of the original Ghostbusters theme song. Find out about Ghostbusters deals, charity toy drives, new content from Adam Savage and the Tested crew on building an RC Ghost Trap, and an exciting live Afterlife watch party for Mini Puft NFT holders with Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan! Plus find out how YOU can WIN a rare Hasbro RC RTV Ghost Trap while benefitting Starlight Foundation's project to create...2022-11-2846 min

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 12: The Extraplasm Bub Meets GB World Hub with Paul MartinPaul Martin, author and curator of Ghostbusters World Hub on the web and @gbworldhub on social media joins us this week to talk a bit about his experiences running the most comprehensive knowledgebase on the web for the now-defunct Ghostbusters World augmented reality app game. In its hey-day, the game aimed to replicate the success of Pokemon Go! by drawing upon the IP of Ghostbusters in all of its animated narrative forms. Paul was its biggest advocate in the fan community who spent time cultivating an entire website of strategy guides, how-tos/walkthroughs, and a robust database of each gh...2022-11-211h 59

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 11: Savin’ The Day the Starlight Way with Matt ZunichMatt Zunich of the Los Angeles Ghostbusters returns as the podcast's first recurring guest! Matt stops by to discuss the partnership between Sony and Starlight Foundation to raise $40,000 to fund the creation of Ghostbusters themed hospital gowns for sick kids in Starlight partner hospital. As a refresher, Matt joined us in episode 3 to discuss the work he and the LA Ghostbusters were engaged in to support Starlight and their award as Starlight's official "Happiness Heroes," and now he's back to share how Starlight is working with Ghostbusters franchises and fans worldwide to help brighten the lives of kids in...2022-11-1358 min

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 10: Ghost Stories of a Haunted FirehouseThis week Jim is in the studio alone and talking Ghostbusters Firehouse history -- but not the one in New York! Thanks to contributor Sergio Nava (@gb_nava), we have new interior images of the LA Firehouse that is located in Skid Row and that has served as the interior headquarters set for Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters 2 as well as many other films and commercials! You can find these on Extraplasm's Twitter and Instagram pages to take a look! Then join Jim for a rundown of Ghostbusters headlines from the last few weeks, and a deep historical dive on the 112 ye...2022-11-071h 49

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 9: Extraplasm: Conversation Unleashed with John Yurcaba IVThis week accomplished artist, writer, storyteller, and Ghostbusters super fan John Yurcaba IV joins the podcast as guest co-host! John is an outstanding print and digital media artist who has produced official Ghostbusters artwork for Ghost Corps and who has worked in the comic book industry as an artist on IDW's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Transformers: Beast Wars, and Godzilla: Monsters & Protectors titles. John has worked to design t-shirts and prints for Ghost Corps and worked to develop the program artwork, signage, banners, and product designs for Ghostbusters Fan Fest in 2019! We review the new Illfonic video game, Ghostbusters...2022-10-232h 34

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 8: Autographic Containment with Matt SandersThis week, Matt Sanders of "The Containment Unit: We Collect Spores, Molds and Ghostbusters Autographs" Facebook Group joins the show to talk about the autograph collecting hobby and his work creating private signings with Ghostbusters cast and crew over the last few years. Matt collaborates with Tom Henry to run "The Containment Unit" and together they have become the go-to source for Ghostbusters Autograph collectors seeking signatures from principal cast members as well as some of the most obscure and difficult autographs for the completist collector to obtain! Matt shares some of the ins-and-outs of acting as an organizer of...2022-10-161h 48

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 7: Spectral Speculation - Legends of the Lost Hasbro Toys!This week, Jim is in the studio alone and finally throws open the covers of his research notebooks to discuss the Hasbro Ghostbusters Afterlife RC RTV Ghost Trap and Ectoplasm Lab (and Refills), where they went, where they were found, how many exist, and why Hasbro ultimately cancelled the U.S. release of both products. Also, hear a brief portion of Jason Reitman's speech eulogizing his father in the headlines segment, including an amusing story about his father's immigration to Canada when fleeing the holocaust. A very special thanks to Miguel Medina of the Los Angeles Ghostbusters for providing t...2022-10-091h 00

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 6: Proton Pack Presh Sesh With Austin YoungThis week, Austin Young of the Central Oklahoma Ghostbusters joins Extraplasm for an interview session about his Proton Pack build project for Ghostbusters Afterlife star Logan Kim, who played the role of "Podcast!" Austin took on the chance (and high "presh" stakes!) to build and deliver a replica flight suit, Proton Pack and Takara Remote Control for Logan Kim in collaboration with Yes Have Some Podcast and many contributors from the Ghostbusters fan community. Austin is an accomplished prop builder and living encyclopedia of Ghostbusters cinema knowledge, and co-host of the Black Firehouse Podcast. Get caught up on the w...2022-10-022h 13

Yes Have Some: YHS Podcast & Ghostbusters Radio LiveCraig on Extraplasm!Craig on Extraplasm! This week, check out Craig's appearance on the brand new Ghostbusters podcast, Extraplasm! Subscribe to Extraplasm today! Spotify Link: https://open.spotify.com/show/7wEE1p8WgIhbznKcbklQNM?si=a833192cd1e64adb Apple Podcasts Link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/extraplasm-podcast/id1640905780 2022-09-262h 05

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 5: ”Yes, Have Plasm!” with Craig GoldbergThis week, Craig Goldberg of Yes Have Some Podcast joins the show as guest co-host! Craig is a regular host of YHS Podcast and Toy Anxiety with Abigail Gardner, Jacob Walsh, and Ryan Doell, and has been a creator of Ghostbusters fan media and commentary for years. Aside from YHS, Craig has collaborated on Ghostbusters and vintage blockbuster film fan related projects from documentaries, to custom toylines, to live events and continues to support creative people in the Ghostbusters fan community and beyond! Jim and Craig free-associate and storytell their way through the week's headlines, discuss their ideal Ghostbusters "side...2022-09-252h 01

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 4: You Got the Crossrip In My Extraplasm, Chris Stewart!This week, long-time Ghostbusters podcaster and fan content producer Chris Stewart joins Extraplasm not just for an interview - but for the whole episode! As one half of the Ghostbusters Interdimensional Crossrip Podcast and curator and author of the "Proton Charging" website and @ProtonCharging social media presences, Chris brings over 20 years of Ghostbusters criticism, analysis and fan wisdom with him into the guest co-host's chair this week! Join us as we discuss Ghostbusters headlines and happenings of the week and then talk a bit about Ghostbusters Afterlife and the next chapters of Ghostbusters to come! A very special...2022-09-182h 07

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 3: Fun, Fundraising, & Crossing the Revenue Streams with the Los Angeles GhostbustersThis week Matt Zunich of the Los Angeles Ghostbusters joins Extraplasm for an interview about LAGB's year long partnership with the Starlight Foundation - a non-profit organization that provides entertainment, enrichment, and healing through play for kids facing tough situations and long term care in hospitals. Tune in and get caught up on the week's Ghostbusters headlines (including upcoming autograph opportunities and news about the long lost Ghostbusters Afterlife/Baskin-Robbins marketing partnership). Then find out about the amazing fundraising work that Matt and the members of the Los Angeles Ghostbusters have accomplished over the last year to raise nearly $20,000 fo...2022-09-101h 45

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 2: Tony Taylor’s Toybox of Terrific TerrorsGhostbusters custom toy maker Tony Taylor of Tony Taylor Toys and Fantazm Toys joins us to discuss his "Crypt Creepers" companion ghost figure line for Kenner's Real Ghostbusters figures! Get caught up on Ghostbusters headlines and then strap in for a fun conversation with Tony about how he got started in making custom toys for the Ghostbusters fan community, how his brand has grown since its beginnings a year ago, and what awesome stuff still lays ahead! Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX 2022-09-031h 35

Extraplasm PodcastEpisode 1: Extraplasm Podcast Begins!Welcome to the inaugural episode of Extraplasm Podcast! In this episode we discuss the start of our new podcast project, catch up on Ghostbusters headlines and announcements, and interview Steven Shea of Abyssmal Entertainment about his experiences working on the 2021 mobile app game, "Ghostbusters: ScARe!" Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX 2022-08-201h 26