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Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #449 -- Ruina ImperiiIt's a new era of Star Wars and Star Wars comic storytelling as Marvel debuts Star Wars (Vol. 4) #1 featuring the Original Trilogy characters in the aftermath of the Return of the Jedi and the Battle of Jakku maxi-series that focuses on the New Republic attempting to rebuild and restore the galaxy. But where there's hope, despair cannot be far behind.In Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Ghost Agents #3 (of 5), Task Force 99 and Aurra Sing realize who's behind the mask and it's a devious foe in the service of the separatists....
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Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffEpisode 125 - Ronin WarriorsEvery so often, Taylor comes up with a toy line that Jeff has never heard of. This is one of those times. When that happens, Jeff's assumption is that Taylor really likes the line, because Taylor likes EVERY line. Sometimes, Jeff is wrong. Listen and find out if this is one of those times!
2023-09-0353 min
Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #254 - Reunited (And It Feels So Good)This week it's Jeff flying solo while Matt tends to Matt-type MATTers (See what we did there?). First up is Star Wars Adventures in which we get the thrilling conclusion of the saga of the ancient vengeful spirits....or are they? Following that is a backup involving bratty kids, oversized Jawas, a mysterious amulet, and Jeff's favorite: SPIDERS.Following that, Jeff takes a look at issue 2 of Ghosts of Vader's Castle and we find out just what happens when a 6-foot rabbit and a 7 1/2 foot Wookie get cross with one another. Oh, and they're also actually closer...
2021-09-2939 min
Bantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 52 - The Falcon and the Winter Vader & Is It Live, Or Is It FLAC?This time out, Jeff and John discuss just WHY Vader was so interested in the Millenium Falcon after the battle of Hoth, and whether the answer is the same now as it was in 1980. THEN Jeff quizzes John about his preferred format for listening to the scores.
2021-04-2659 minBantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 43 - POV:CYA? And John Teaches Jeff About Concert Suites"From a certain point of view" is a phrase that has caused much consternation on the part of Star Wars fans and Obi Wan Apologists. This time out, Jeff and John discuss whether it really was just a CYA for Old Ben, or if it is a valid explanation for what he told Luke. Then, John schools Jeff on some more music knowledge. This time out, John explains why what we hear on the soundtracks or in concert may not always match what we hear in the films. It's edifying and entertaining! And don't forget to stick around for the...
2020-11-3059 minBantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 42 - Bromance On Ice and Why You Never Mess With A Classic SongGreetings! On this latest episode of Bantha Banter, Jeff and John spend some time speculating about what went unsaid between Luke and Han at Echo Base when Luke was leaving to board his snowspeeder. Good luck? Get lost? I love you, I know? Who can say, really? Then, John schools Jeff on some trivia about Lapti Nek and the guys debate whether the new music in the Special Edition of Return of the Jedi is a step up or down, or maybe even a lateral move. Enjoy!
2020-11-1650 minBantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 39 - Twin Suns & Bounty HuntersWe're baaaaaack! After a longer-than-planned hiatus, Bantha Banter is back in a slightly new flavor! Starting today, each show will feature your trusty host Jeff joined by his even trustier co-host Dr. John Norine for discussions of all shapes and sizes relating to the Galaxy Far, Far Away. First up: They discuss the Twin Suns sequence of A New Hope and try to figure out why Jeff has never been as moved by it as everyone else, and the discussion continues with an in-depth discussion on the music for this scene, and how it has been used in other scenes...
2020-10-0755 min
The Saturday Morning Super-CastSpecial Episode: Talking Toys With Taylor & Jeff Episode 94 - Sun-ManThe message of this week's show is important to MarvinDog Media, so we wanted everyone who listens to MarvinDog Media shows to have a chance to hear it. Diversity is not a bad thing. Period. This month, the guys talk about a small line from the mid-80s that was born out of a mother's desire to give her son toys that looked like him and his friends. It was a terrific toy line, but very short-lived. Taylor has suggested that Mattel might take a page out of this toy line for their new Masters Of The Universe...
2020-08-0253 min
The Pilot EpisodeSpecial Episode: Talking Toys With Taylor & Jeff Episode 94 - Sun-ManThe message of this week's show is important to MarvinDog Media, so we wanted everyone who listens to MarvinDog Media shows to have a chance to hear it. Diversity is not a bad thing. Period. This month, the guys talk about a small line from the mid-80s that was born out of a mother's desire to give her son toys that looked like him and his friends. It was a terrific toy line, but very short-lived. Taylor has suggested that Mattel might take a page out of this toy line for their new Masters Of The Universe...
2020-08-0253 min
Star Wars Splash PageSpecial Episode: Talking Toys With Taylor & Jeff Episode 94 - Sun-ManThe message of this week's show is important to our friends at MarvinDog Media, and we agree with the message, so we wanted to give our listeners a chance to hear it as well. Diversity is not a bad thing. Period. This month, the guys talk about a small line from the mid-80s that was born out of a mother's desire to give her son toys that looked like him and his friends. It was a terrific toy line, but very short-lived. Taylor has suggested that Mattel might take a page out of this toy line for...
2020-08-0253 minThe Saturday Morning Super-CastEpisode 17 - The Plastic Man Comedy Adventure Hour/Froot LoopsThis one might seem like a bit of a "stretch" but Jeff is really sorry for that "joke" he says. He's just feeling a bit "Loop"-y from all of his excitement about this show. This time out, Cory and Olivia humored Jeff and let him wax on and on and ON about one of his favorite superheroes, Plastic Man! They discuss the pliable prankster's Saturday morning cartoon show in agonizing depth. But before that, they talk about a breakfast classic, FROOT LOOPS! So follow your nose and enjoy!
2020-03-311h 00Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #128 - Skeletor (New Adventures)The bonehead is back! Taylor and Jeff dissect the New Adventures of He-Man version of Skeletor. Short version: Taylor loves it (of course) and Jeff is creeped out (shocker)! Don’t forget our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/marvindogmediaBIG Thanks to our Patreon supporters, you guys are the best!:Mr. Matt MooreJared HartChristopher ScheetzSeth SzilagyiWayde BurtonPam JohnstonOliver SandersHeather JaworskiDario LorenzettoLaird HendersonSteve B Chu
2020-03-0848 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffBonus! Bantha Banter Episode 8 - Jeff McGeeIn the interest of keeping your podcast feed running, we thought you might like to learn a bit more about some of the hosts you've heard here and on The Saturday Morning SuperCast! To this end, we thought we'd share some back episodes of another MarvinDog Media show, Bantha Banter: A Star Wars Chat Show. Jeff sat down with some of the coolest people on earth to discuss the movies that brought many of them together. If you're hearing for the first time, enjoy! If it's not new to you, Enjoy anyway! This time out:The lamest guest the show...
2020-01-2628 minThe Saturday Morning Super-CastBonus! Bantha Banter Episode 14 - Matt MooreIn the interest of keeping your podcast feed running, we thought you might like to learn a bit more about some of the hosts you've heard on The Saturday Morning SuperCast! To this end, we thought we'd share some back episodes of another MarvinDog Media show, Bantha Banter: A Star Wars Chat Show. Jeff sat down with some of the coolest people on earth to discuss the movies that brought many of them together. If you're hearing for the first time, enjoy! If it's not new to you, Enjoy anyway! This time out: Jeff's Star Wars Splash Page co-host, Mr...
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Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #150 -- Silver Leaf and Snowy TearsJust a single issue for this week's episode yet Star Wars: Jedi Fallen Order -- Dark Temple #5 drew decidedly different reactions from co-hosts Jeff McGee and Matt Moore. Why is that? Listen and learn why.In news, we take a quick look at the stupendous November for Star Wars graphic novel "sales," while examining how just three Star Wars comics made the top 100 list. (For a complete ranking of November "sales" for all Star Wars comics and graphic novels, check out our Facebook page and Twitter feed.)New Star Wars comics out Dec. 11 include:_ Doctor...
2019-12-1048 minThe Saturday Morning Super-CastEpisode 11 - Pinky & The Brain/Waffle CrispGee, Jeff, what do you wanna do tonight? The same thing we do every night, Cory: PODCAST! This time out, the guys are joined by Regina Davis of the Disney Plus Streamcast and Comic Book Noob on the Assembly of Geeks network! They had a blast discussing one of Jeff's favorite shows, Pinky & The Brain as well as one of Jeff's favorite cereals, Waffle Crisp. If there is such a thing as a cult cereal, this might be it. They also weigh the benefits of waffles versus pancakes, but that's a debate that will rage on for centuries.
2019-11-1954 min
Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #147 -- Cemetery PolkaInk acting, as coined by Jeff McGee, is the art of vividly illustrating a crush realization that what you knew was a lie. Phil Noto perfects this process in the pages of the rollicking and freewheeling Star Wars #74 that sees Greg Pak give new voice to the dedication and sacrifice of C-3PO setting readers up, if even by coincidence, for The Rise of Skywalker in December.In Jedi Fallen Order -- Dark Temple #4, Matthew Rosenberg gets Cere inside the mysterious temple but at what cost to the Jedi Code?Finally, in Target Vader #5, Robbie Thompson...
2019-11-191h 05The Saturday Morning Super-CastEpisode 8 - The Real Ghosbusters/Ghostbusters CerealWhen there's something strange in your cereal bowl....you know the rest. Cory and Jeff sit down with Taylor from Talking Toys with Taylor & Jeff (yes, THAT Jeff), to talk about The Real Ghostbusters and Ghostbusters cereal, and Jeff shares a heartbreaking tale of a dream that has haunted him most of his life. It's not always fun and games, folks.
2019-10-0852 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffEpisode 83 - Steel MonstersFor once, Taylor did NOT get the best of Jeff. Taylor thought he had a BIG surprise in store when he announced to Jeff what the next toy line would be. BUT, in a glorious turnabout, Jeff already KNEW about the line, and even HAD some of the toys as a kid! Fine, so it's not a twist worthy of M. Night Shyamalan (or, maybe it is, depending on your opinion of his work), but Jeff enjoyed it. So sit back and listen to the guys expound on the unheralded greatness of Steel Monsters by Tonka!Don’t fo...
2019-08-041h 13The Saturday Morning Super-CastEpisode 3 - Kidd Video / OJsOn this episode, Cory and Jeff are joined by their friend Tim Spaulding from Star Wars: In Character and Pass the Popcorn, as well as his Monday night radio show, Rock 101. Since Tim is such a music buff, Jeff thought it would be a great idea to have him on to discuss Kidd Video, since it concerns a band. And, since it was the 80's, the guys also dive into a bowl of OJs cereal and try to figure out why citrus just doesn't work as a cereal flavoring. SCIENCE!!!!Check out Tim's podcasts at www.NeoZaz.com
2019-07-3049 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffEpisode 82 - Dragon FlyzTaylor has done it again. He's popped up with a toy line that Jeff knew nothing about. Does Jeff wish he had kept it that way? Find out as the guys discuss Dragon Flyz!Don’t forget our Patreon page at https://www.patreon.com/marvindogmediaBIG Thanks to our Patreon supporters, you guys are the best!:Mr. Matt MooreJoshua A TaylorJared HartChristopher ScheetzSeth SzilagyiWayde BurtonPam JohnstonOliver SandersHeather Gentile
2019-07-071h 19Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #83 -- Fire and RainIt was a quiet week in Star Wars comics until it wasn't.Jeff McGee and Matt Moore discuss Chuck Wendig's reveal that he's been "fired" by Marvel, the implications it may have and the reactions it's drawn. Also discussed? The solid and deft debut of Robbie Thompson and Will Sliney's first issue of the Solo: A Star Wars Story adaptation seven-issue mini series, for one. Then there's the genuinely creepy stories found the in the first two issues of the five-issue IDW Publishing Star Wars Adventures: Tales From Vader's Castle written by Cavan Scott and illustrated b...
2018-10-161h 13Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #75 -- Union of the SnakeFrom the backstory of Solo: A Star Wars Story's mercurial Tobias Beckett to Charles Soule holding nothing back in the penultimate issue of Poe Dameron, this past week's Marvel Star Wars comics delivered action, daring and an ominous undertone of dread.Join Matt Moore and Jeff McGee as they parse the multilayered intricacies of the Beckett gain in the pages of the wonderfully wrought Star Wars: Beckett one shot, as well as the grandeur and glory of Black Squadron -- that final page! -- of Star Wars: Poe Dameron #30.There's also news, a brief conversation about...
2018-08-2156 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #55 -- A Weird World for Doctor AphraThere's a soap-opera style appeal to the latest issue of Doctor Aphra, the lone Marvel Star Wars comic that Jeff McGee and Matt Moore sat down to discuss in detail in this episode.Also in the fray with issue 18? Weird but wonderful horror and bio-warfare experiments never seen before.As for news? Jaxxon's back in canon and he's bringing Amaiza with him! While we were aware the Lepi's return was imminent, writer Cavan Scott shed a great deal more light about the character bouncing back into the Star Wars firmament. He, artist Mauricet and colorist Chris...
2018-04-0347 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #50: The 50th IssueDoctor Aphra's feeling conflicted and Hera Syndulla finds herself in a dangerous situation as Comics With Kenobi celebrates its 50th episode by doing exactly what we've done since we began back in 2015!Jeff McGee and Matt More breakdown the events of Marvel's Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #17 and discuss the edifying interview that Newsarama's Chris Arrant did with Marvel Star Wars comics editor Jordan D. White.The new Star Wars comics out this week include:_ Star Wars: Darth Vader (Vol. 2) #12_ Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic -- Mace Windu TPB----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star...
2018-02-2841 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #49 -- Thrawn's Locks, Vader's Lonely and Terex Is LoopyTerex has a bolt loose, Vader's got a price on his head and Thrawn's locks are luscious.We're beyond head canon in this episode of Comics With Kenobi as Jeff McGee and Matt Moore dive into Star Wars: Poe Dameron #24, Star Wars: Darth Vader #11 and the much anticipated debut of the first issue of the six-issue Star Wars: Thrawn adaptation of Timothy Zahn's 2017 novel.We also break down the reveals about comics from Marvel and IDW Publishing that tie in to May's release of Solo: A Star Wars Story and what effect they, and the film...
2018-02-201h 29Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffEpisode 66 – M.A.S.K Wave 3We’re back with another show about Jeff’s 2nd favorite toy line of all time, M.A.S.K.!!! Wave 3 brought us lots of really cool vehicles AND really bizarre transformations! Which one was Jeff’s favorite? You know the drill, listen and find … Continue reading →
2018-02-041h 29Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #81- RattlorJeff doesn’t mind telling you that he’s had just about enough of snakes, but Taylor insists they keep going with these icky, evil creatures. And being the dutiful BFF and cohost that he is, Jeff agreed. So today they’re talking … Continue reading →
2017-12-1043 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive # 80 – Rebel CommanderJeff loves The Empire Strikes Back. Jeff loves Hoth. Jeff loves 80’s sitcoms. So, when you find out that this week we’re talking about a character from the Hoth segment of Empire who was played by an actor from Cheers, … Continue reading →
2017-11-2644 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #36.1 - Young Padawans EditionIt’s another episode of our youngling — and not so youngling — focused Young Padawans Edition.Matt Moore, Jeff McGee and Amy Wishman Nalan are joined by Emily, Jerry and Micah to discuss IDW Publishing’s Star Wars Adventures #3, featuring stories by Landry Q. Walker, Alan Tudyk and Shannon Denton, with art by Eric Jones, Arianna Florean, letters by Tom B. Long and Christa Miesner and colors by Monica Kubina.What did the padawans think of Finn’s adventures with a cute, purple pest and K-2SO’s Adventures in wookiee-Sitting?Listen and find out!...
2017-11-1823 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #36Views, news and reviews as Jeff McGee and Matt Moore tackle October’s prodigious output of Star Wars comics from Marvel Entertainment.Plenty of hits, some misses, but definitely a full complement far-reaching stories that continue to add to the complex layers of characters we’ve been following for years, if not decades, along with some careful consideration about events between Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars Rebels, along with happenings between A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back.Be sure to stay in touch and update by following us on Twitter and Facebook. It’s...
2017-11-102h 23Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys Rewind: SectaursSince Halloween is upon us, we thought it would be fun to remind you of the time Jeff HATED the toyline that Taylor FORCED him to discuss. This was the show that Jeff had been dreading, and it haunts him … Continue reading →
2017-10-291h 11Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #35.1: Young Padawans EditionYou wondered, aloud even: "Where's the discussion about IDW Publishing's Star Wars Adventures?"It's right here!We were intrigued when IDW, in announcing the new series earlier this year, noted that its stories were aimed at younglings and younglings at heart. After two issues, it's obvious there's no better way to explain the delightfully scripted and superbly illustrated stories.In the spirit of this comic, we're taking a different tack with Star War Adventures.Writer and podcaster Amy Wisman Nalan is joining not just Jeff McGee and Matt Moore, but a trio...
2017-10-0930 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #77 – King HissThisssss isssss the sssssshow that Jeff hasssss been dreading. Ok, enough of that. Against Jeff’s better judgement, the guys are talking about one of Taylor’s favorites, King Hiss! Is he a man? Is he a snake? Yes. Confused? So is … Continue reading →
2017-10-0837 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #33With July done, it's time to revisit the month's bounty of Star Wars comics from Marvel and A Star Wars Comic. We suggest you get a milkshake to savor while you listen. (#MakeMineMilkshake)There's more detail about the Thrawn mini series announced at San Diego Comic-Con, which debuts in February in this episode.Finally, Jeff McGee and Matt Moore discuss the upcoming change in writers on Marvel's flagship Star Wars monthly. Writer Jason Aaron is exitingwith issue 37. He'll be replaced by Kieron Gillen, whose 25 issues of Star Wars: Darth Vader (Vol. I) were a critical and...
2017-08-012h 32Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #32Gather up your java, tea and more and pull those Star Wars comics out of the bags as we dive into June's issues from Marvel.Co-hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee have found much to discuss in regard to the conclusion of The Screaming Citadel, the ongoing adventures of Poe Dameron as well as the latest installment of A Star Wars Comics.There's also news about Star Wars Adventures at San Diego Comic-Con and some tidbits about this month's comics, too.It's another long one, but, you know, it's good problem to have, all...
2017-07-052h 56Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #31Sit down, pour a cup of joe and relax. Be at one with the Force as we discuss all the comics from May -- and we mean all of them.Apologies for the length of this show -- it's more than two-and-a-half hours -- but there was a great deal to discuss about the events of (The) Screaming Citadel crossover that's gone through three of its five chapters in its namesake one-shot, Star Wars No. 31 and issue seven of Star Wars: Doctor Aphra.(At this rate, our show discussing August's comics will last three days!)
2017-06-062h 52Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #68 – Bespin Han SoloJeff is VERY excited about this week’s show. In case you weren’t aware (and if you weren’t, welcome to Talking Toys with Taylor and Jeff for the first time), Bespin Han Solo is Jeff’s favorite action figure of all time. … Continue reading →
2017-05-2858 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #30April proved a pivotal month for Star Wars comics.From the first issue of Marvel's Rogue One adaptation, which provided some context and details not seen in the film, to the conclusion of story arcs in Star Wars 30 and Star Wars: Doctor Aphra 6, along with the passing of a beloved member of the Resistance's Black Squadron in Star Wars: Poe Dameron 13, there was plenty of pathos and high adventure to be had.Co-hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee were suitably impressed with Star Wars: Darth Maul 3, which continued to build nuanced layer after nuanced layer on...
2017-05-022h 00Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #66 – DengarWell, we had to get to him sooner or later. He’s the two-ply bounty hunter, he’s DENGAR!!! Taylor and Jeff discuss the relative merits of wearing toilet paper on your head, and why he reminds Jeff of Johnny Cash. Newsflash: … Continue reading →
2017-04-2336 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #29March came in like a lion but didn't end like a lamb, at least not in the pages of Marvel's Star Wars comics, that's for certain.Join us we take a deep dive into the latest issues of Star Wars: Darth Maul #2, Star Wars: Poe Dameron #12 and Star Wars: Doctor Aphra #5. We're also looking ahead to Star Wars Celebration in Orlando, too, with details about the Coffee With Kenobi Podcast meet-up, panels that are focused on Star Wars comics along with pertinent details about what you can get from us, cheap as free if you're going to the...
2017-04-041h 53Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #62 – Rebel Soldier (Hoth Battle Gear)He’s so cool he’s frigid! Hoth Rebel Soldier. That’s what we’re gonna call this guy. He’s one of Jeff’s favorites because Jeff loves jackets, and Jeff loves the cold. For the rest of it, you’ll have to listen, but suffice … Continue reading →
2017-02-2642 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #27We're two years in and then some in this grand experiment of Marvel's Star Wars comics. We have to admit, it's been a heck of a run.In this episode, we're talking the releases from January and the first week of February.We interview with comic creators Alex Ray and Jim Mello. The artist and writer from Florida created A Star Wars Comic, a monthly fan-made comic that takes readers -- in just six pages -- deeper into the Star Wars head canon.They join us to discuss the first of what's expected to...
2017-02-071h 51Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffMinisode 33 – Christmas Mornings with SantaChristmas!!! This year, Taylor and Jeff discuss the status of their toys on Christmas morning. Did Santa leave them all boxed up, or did he put them together for immediate playing? Apparently, Jeff’s experience was different from almost everyone else … Continue reading →
2016-12-1934 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #25Oh my. So much Star Wars comics from November in this episode.So much we even had to include an issue from December, too, to be sure we got them all.How many? Six. Just like the original trilogy plus the prequel trilogy.But it's worth every audio minute and every single panel on every single page to hear Jeff McGee and Matt Moore get a bit emotional over the conclusion of the deftly written Star Wars: Han Solo mini-series, as well as the adroitly executed eighth of issue of Star Wars: Poe Dameron.
2016-12-021h 48Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffEpisode 52 – Dino Riders (wave 1)Taylor and Jeff get Prehisto-futuristic on the latest Talking Toys as they discuss the first set of Dino Riders toys! Jeff wasn’t familiar with this line when they started. Did they gain a new fan? Listen and find out!!!
2016-11-071h 25Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #24It's finally here. It took three recording sessions, six World Series games (Spoilers: CUBS WIN!), two trans-Atlantic crossings, one move and MULTIPLE cups of coffee, but episode 24 is ready for your listening pleasure.We've got a special guest, too, a certain Coffee With Kenobi co-founder by the name of Dan Zehr who joins us to discuss the riveting concluding issue of Darth Vader #25, along with the intriguing coda that filled out the massive issue.Then it's on to Star Wars: Poe Dameron #7, Star Wars #24 and Star Wars: Han Solo #4 for your co-hosts Matt Moore and Jeff...
2016-11-042h 14Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys REWIND: InhumanoidsIn honor of Halloween, Taylor and Jeff wanted to take a trip in the way-back machine and go all the way back to episode 18, where Jeff got REALLY creeped out by the Inhumanoids. Taylor loved them, of course. The … Continue reading →
2016-10-311h 22Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffMinisode 31 – The Monster SquadIt’s time for a spoooooky edition of “You mean that show never got a toy line?” with Taylor and Jeff. This time, they daydream about a line based on Jeff’s favorite monster movie, 1987’s The Monster Squad. Basically, it’s the … Continue reading →
2016-10-1740 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #23After a technical snafu delayed Jeff McGee and Matt Moore, the daring duo have roared back into the Dragon Run to give it another go and what a go it was, what with the latest issues of Star Wars, Star Wars: Poe Dameron and Star Wars: The Force Awakens.Besides comics, we break down the latest news out of the just-concluded New York Comic Con. There's also some detail about December's first two issues of the mercurially titled (for now) Star Wars: Classified, along with a fond look at the upcoming conclusion to Star Wars: Darth Vader.
2016-10-111h 33Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #22Despite technology's best effort to thwart them, Jeff McGee and Matt Moore are back for another issue, diving deep into Marvel's Star Wars comics from September, including Star Wars #22, The Force Awakens #3, Han Solo #3, Poe Dameron #5 and Darth Vader #24.There's some fuzzy sound during the episode -- The First Order tried to jam our broadcast, no doubt -- but it's worth getting through it, given the piercing commentary and observation about September's stories.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by Marvel, Dark Horse and p...
2016-09-022h 10Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #50 – Hoth Han SoloWe all know that Jeff has a HUGE man-crush on Han Solo, so you can imagine how excited he is about this week’s show. He and Taylor break down the 2nd best Han Solo figure ever (in Jeff’s opinion), Hoth … Continue reading →
2016-08-2932 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #48 – FX-7“He moves like lightning, if lightning didn’t move.” – Jeff McGee, 2016. Truer words were never spoken about our subject today: FX-7. Taylor refuses to call it an “action figure” but that didn’t stop them from talking about it. What … Continue reading →
2016-07-2426 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #47 – WhiplashThis latest episode has it all: Tails that whip, skin that’s green and bumpy, teeth that are scary, and Jeff screwing up the intro! After that, Taylor and Jeff spend some time exploring the world of Whiplash!!
2016-07-1126 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #20We're really flying Solo this episode. Seriously. No lie. Why? Because the first issue of Star Wars: Han Solo came out and we read it.Know what else we read? Everything. If it was a Marvel Star Wars comic and it came out in June, Matt Moore and Jeff McGee read it.It's true. All of it.Know what else is true? Jeff and our special guest, Tom Akel, head of content at LINE Corp., apparently went to the same convention years ago and didn't even know it. Small world, eh? Yes it is...
2016-07-012h 19Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #19We're flying solo for this month's issue. Wait. No, we're not!While Jeff McGee and Matt Moore had expected to have the first issue of Han Solo to discuss, its release was pushed back to later this month.Not to worry, there's plenty to discuss in regard to events in Star Wars #19, Darth Vader #20 and the fifth -- and final -- issue of Obi-wan and Anakin #5 to keep us occupied and in a debating mood.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by M...
2016-06-031h 33Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #44 – BosskHe is the REAL Lizard King….BOSSK!!!! Jeff’s favorite bounty hunter, and the greatest Trandoshan of them all gets his due as Taylor and Jeff break down the only man so tough he doesn’t even need shoes in space.
2016-05-3026 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffMinisode 26 – Taylor and Jeff's Ideal Toy LineTaylor and Jeff talk about a lot of toy lines, but they’ve never discussed what they would want in their own toy line. It seems like a natural progression, so this week, that’s what they’re talking about! Listen in, and … Continue reading →
2016-05-2326 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #18We're back for this month's issue and what a collection of Star Wars comics that Matt Moore and Jeff McGee have to fuss about and discuss! And phone books. Lots of phone books. (OK, not so much the phone books.)But before we do that, our heartfelt thanks to all who cast their votes for us in the literature category in the first Star Wars Podcast Awards. While we didn't win, your listening to our show, interacting with us on Twitter and enjoying the shared experience of talking about Star Wars comics is what keeps us coming back...
2016-05-061h 30Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #17More than four months after it was supposed to be released, the Star Wars Special: C-3PO one-shot by James Robinson and Tony Harris was finally released on April 13 and Jeff McGee and Matt Moore simply couldn't -- and wouldn't -- wait another two weeks to talk about it. Who could, really?Our verdict? It was worth the wait. Why? Listen to our first -- and not likely last -- one-shot special episode focusing on a special one-shot.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published b...
2016-04-1941 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #15 -- Kanan, Darth Vader and Star WarsCo-hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee swing through four issues in this month's outing, including the penultimate issue of our favorite Kanan, as well as back-to-back issues of Darth Vader and, lastly, but not least, the new story arc "Rebel Jail" that begins in the pages of Star Wars 16.We also discuss the big plans Marvel has for the upcoming Star Wars: Poe Dameron monthly that debuts on April 6 in comic shops worldwide, as well as discuss our preference for Mel Brooks' films and so much more.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly p...
2016-03-041h 16Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #38 – Luke Skywalker (X-Wing Pilot)It’s time for another Star Wars action figure! This time it’s one of Jeff’s favorites: Luke Skywalker (X-Wing Pilot). Jeff loves the colors (that is a recurring theme, huh?). But what does Taylor think? His answer might surprise you….listen and … Continue reading →
2016-02-2933 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #14It's been awhile, but not as long as the wait for Episode VIII is going to be.Still, it was worth it, given co-hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee dive into the comics released since our last issue back in January. (Has it really been almost a month?) and also examine the final sales estimates for comics in 2015, as compiled by John Jackson Miller at his Comichron website.Kanan, issue #10 (just two more issues to go until it comes to an end) sees Caleb Dume, the Clone Troopers and Master Billaba draw inexorably closer to the...
2016-02-051h 33Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #13 -- Vader's Down, Kanan's EndingAfter a holiday break -- and a momentous distraction at the cinema -- the Star Wars stories in Marvel's comics are calling to us again and are they ever loud! (Have you felt it?)From the conclusion to the best-selling Vader Down crossover to further exploration of a young Caleb Dume's performance as a padawan in the Clone Wars to finding out what, exactly, happened to that medal Chewbacca got for helping to destroy the Death Star, the most recent batch of comics carries the Saga's undercurrents forward and, co-hosts Jeff McGee and Mat Moore theorize, into The...
2016-01-081h 35Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #12 -- Star Wars Annual #1 and Star Wars #13While we may be light on issues -- it's just Star Wars Annual #1 and Star Wars #13 -- this 12th issue of Comics With Kenobi is laden with detail and discussion from hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee about the ongoing Vader Down Crossover and the pulling back of the curtain on Coruscant, too.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by Marvel, Dark Horse and previously IDW, featuring views about the current week's comics, interviews with the writers, artists, colorists, letterers and editors who create them, as w...
2015-12-1147 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #11 -- Vader Down Begins, Star Wars #12, Chewbacca #4 and Darth Vader #13Vader is down, but actually Darth Vader is really up. So far up that all the hype surrounding the six-issue crossover IS worth it! He's also amazingly lethal and so precise that it's scary. Sidious plus Dooku plus Darth Maul plus Kylo Ren scary.But that's just one part of this issue of Comics With Kenobi as hosts Jeff McGee and Matt Moore examine how Caleb Dume reacts to becoming a padawan in the pages of Kanan #8 and agreeing that the Han Solo's wife storyline, while intriguing, was a bit of a letdown and, frankly, took far too...
2015-11-251h 44Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #10 -- Chewbacca #3, Darth Vader #12 and Star Wars #11This time it's really issue 10 and we're three-fifths of the way through Chewbacca and seeing some solid character development for our favorite walking carpet and learning even more about some of our favorite characters and how they deal with adversity.Meanwhile, in the pages of Darth Vader #12, friendships are forged -- as much as anyone can call a Dark Lord of the Sith "friend" -- and hosts Matt Moore and Jeff McGee are starting to warm on Inspector Thanoth (his ISB security handle should be "Weird Beard.") The so-called Intergalactic Evil Legion of Palpatine Minions? Eh, jury is...
2015-11-131h 13Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #8 -- Darth Vader, Star Wars, Shattered Empire and LandoIn today's issue, Matt Moore and Jeff McGee are literally buried by an avalanche of Star Wars comics, with issues from Darth Vader, Star Wars, Shattered Empire and Lando taking center stage for deep discussion, analysis and a search for not just clues about The Force Awakens, but also references to events, people and places from the Prequel and Original trilogies, too!----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by Marvel, Dark Horse and previously IDW, featuring views about the current week's comics, interviews with the writers, a...
2015-10-101h 52Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #32 – Walrus ManYes!!! Jeff is VERY excited this week, folks. He and Taylor are talking about everyone’s favorite amputee, Walrus Man! Anyone who listens to this show regularly knows the story of Jeff’s fondness for this figure, but if you don’t, fear … Continue reading →
2015-09-2833 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #7 -- Heather Antos Interview and Kanan #6 and Lando #4In today’s issue Matt Moore and Jeff McGee welcome Marvel Comics editor Heather Antos! She's got lots to talk about when it comes to Star Wars, the Star Wars comics and how such delicate and deeply intricate stories are told, given they're all in canon.We also parse parse the events of the second arc of Star Wars: Kanan, as the team from Star Wars: Rebels returns to the planet Kaller, site of some of the most intensely personal experiences that turned Caleb Dume into Kanan Jarrus. Meanwhile, in the pages of Lando #4, the mystery ab...
2015-09-251h 31Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #31 – ClawfulJeff loves a good pun. Taylor loves a good pun even more than Jeff. So, as you may expect, they both had a good time this week discussing a PUNderful action figure: Clawful, from Mattel’s Masters of the Universe line. … Continue reading →
2015-09-1429 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #6 -- Shattered Empire #1 and Darth Vader (Vol. 1) #9In today's issue Matt Moore and Jeff McGee dive deep into the first issue of Journey to Star Wars The Force Awakens: Star Wars: Shattered Empire and elaborate on some of the clues they've found that will tie into December's release of The Force Awakens, including a name that you've not heard in a long time. OK, actually, you've heard it often this year ....They also look at Darth Vader #9 and express hope that soon, soon the Super Friends of Evil will finally meet their demise by being hurled headfirst into a pulsar or, at least, written out...
2015-09-1155 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #5 -- Kanan #5 and Shattered Empire Look-AheadIn today's issue, Jeff McGee and Matt Moore give fair warning about how epic Marvel's upcoming Shattered Empire mini-series is likely to be, talking in depth about the crux of its lead characters and how the stalwarts we know and love from the films aren't likely to be front and center. Then we dive, deep, into all of the Star Wars comics being published by Marvel, discussing the merits of Kanan #5 and how the series, which concludeds its first story arc, has been the breakout fan favorite of the three monthlies. (SPOILER -- We love it, too. Even more than...
2015-08-281h 32Bantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 28 – Harry PeralesYou can find interesting Star Wars fans anywhere! This time, Jeff sits down with his new friend Harry Perales. Harry loves Star Wars. Jeff loves Star Wars. They have a mutual friend who is lukewarm to Star Wars. That is … Continue reading →
2015-08-051h 05Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #4 -- Star Wars (Vol. 2) #7In today's show, Jeff McGee and Matt Moore talk about Marvel Comics' Star Wars #7, which sports the first of what we hope will be several one-issue tales about Obi-Wan Kenobi during his time on Tatooine, watching over Luke Skywalker.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by Marvel, Dark Horse and previously IDW, featuring views about the current week's comics, interviews with the writers, artists, colorists, letterers and editors who create them, as well as the latest details on publishing schedules, upcoming series and mini-series, so that y...
2015-07-311h 26The Pilot EpisodeEmmy Awards Special 2015It’s that time again! Cory and Jeff discuss the 2015 Emmy nominations and give their predictions for the winners, as well as who they think SHOULD win. The good news: Jeff has actually SEEN some of the shows this year!
2015-07-2937 minStar Wars Splash PageEpisode #3 -- Princess Leia, Lando and SDCC NewsIn issue #3 of Comics With Kenobi, hosts Jeff McGee and Matt Moore talk about the conclusion of the Princess Leia mini-series, the start of theLando Calrissian mini-series and the events of Darth Vader #7 while chewing over the Marvel Star Wars comics news from SDCC.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by Marvel, Dark Horse and previously IDW, featuring views about the current week's comics, interviews with the writers, artists, colorists, letterers and editors who create them, as well as the latest details on publishing schedules, upcoming series a...
2015-07-101h 01Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffEpisode 37 – The Dukes of HazzardYeeeeeeeeeehaw!!!!! Anyone who knows Jeff knows he LOVES The Dukes of Hazzard. And toys. Dukes of Hazzard toys? What do YOU think? Well, you might be slightly mistaken. This time out, Taylor and Jeff discuss Mego’s 3 3/4″ line based … Continue reading →
2015-06-151h 25Star Wars Splash PageEpisode #1 -- Introductions, Observations and PredictionsBecause you demanded it! Matt Moore and Jeff McGee bring you a serious look at fuuny books, with the latest news, reviews and discussion of the Marvel Star Wars Comics!----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by Marvel, Dark Horse and previously IDW, featuring views about the current week's comics, interviews with the writers, artists, colorists, letterers and editors who create them, as well as the latest details on publishing schedules, upcoming series and mini-series, so that you, the listener have more detail and context about t...
2015-06-1258 minBantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 22 – Ian Cory DrakeThere are those who call him “Ian” and there are those who call him “Cory” and there are still OTHERS who call him “Tim” (not really), but Jeff just calls him “friend” (cue the “awww”). This time out, Jeff sits … Continue reading →
2015-05-1448 minThe Pilot EpisodeMemories of MarvinIn case you hadn’t heard, MarvinDog Media had to say “see you soon” to their mascot this week. Marvin led a full life in a short time, and Taylor sat down with Jeff to discuss just how Marvin and Jeff … Continue reading →
2015-04-2251 minBantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowMemories of MarvinIn case you hadn’t heard, MarvinDog Media had to say “see you soon” to their mascot this week. Marvin led a full life in a short time, and Taylor sat down with Jeff to discuss just how Marvin and Jeff … Continue reading →
2015-04-2251 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffMinisode 13 – The Completist MentalityCompletist: an obsessive, typically indiscriminate, collector or fan of something Is this you? Is it Taylor? Is it Jeff? It’s probably Jeff. It MIGHT be Taylor in certain areas. Either way, it’s a topic of discussion among collectors. When is … Continue reading →
2015-03-2232 minBantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 16 – Talking Toys with Taylor & Jeff: Star Wars Micro CollectionIt’s a CROSSOVER!!! This week, Jeff wanted to introduce you to some of his other work. Talking Toys with Taylor & Jeff is another MarvinDog Media joint, and they talk Star Wars toys from time to time. This time out, … Continue reading →
2015-02-261h 08Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #16 – C3POIt’s time for everyone’s favorite fussy droid, C3PO! Taylor and Jeff discuss the first figure Jeff ever owned, so you can imagine just how nostalgic it gets. Actually, it’s not THAT bad, believe it or not. Actually, just listen, then you … Continue reading →
2015-02-0223 minBantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 12 – Mark Bellomo (part 1 of 2)Jeff loves Star Wars. Jeff loves toys. Jeff loves Star Wars toys best of all. Mark Bellomo may love toys more than Jeff. He most definitely knows more about Star Wars toys than Jeff. I know, I was as shocked … Continue reading →
2015-01-2251 minBantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 8 – Jeff McGeeThis week, Jeff allows himself to introduce…himself. In what will surely be seen as either a brilliantly funny joke or a laughably narcissistic stunt, Jeff sat down to answer the questions he asks his guests each week. So, basically, if … Continue reading →
2014-12-1128 minBantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 7 – Jerin CrandellThis week, Jeff chats with Death! No, you didn’t just step into an Ingmar Bergman film (that’s a classy reference, folks), Jeff just has weird nickames for his friends (and it’ll cost you to find out the story behind the … Continue reading →
2014-12-051h 04Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffEpisode 30 – M.A.S.K.It’s finally here! Jeff is VERY excited this time, he gets to talk about his 2nd favorite toy line of all time: M.A.S.K.!!! The fact that the name stands for Mobile Armored Strike Kommand, which breaks one of Jeff’s cardinal … Continue reading →
2014-11-161h 27Bantha Banter – A Star Wars Chat ShowEpisode 1 – Taylor LymberyIt’s finally here, kids!!! Jeff finally got it together, and he presents to you, a STAR WARS podcast!!! Each week (well, HOPEFULLY each week), Jeff will be back with a new guest to talk about our favorite space opera. This … Continue reading →
2014-10-121h 11Talking Toys With Taylor and JeffToday's Toy Run Episode 1 – Talking Toys with Taylor & JeffEventually you guys will get tired of listening to us, but until that day, here’s more!!! Taylor and Jeff went on a vintage toy run today and felt compelled to share their haul with you, their dear listeners. Here’s one … Continue reading →
2014-07-2517 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffSpecial Edition – Uncanny Day author Cory ClubbHey! You guys! Jeff read a book! And it was awesome! And he knows the guy who wrote it! So he sat down with the guy who wrote and talked to him about writing it. This week, Jeff interviews Cory … Continue reading →
2014-07-2138 minTalking Toys With Taylor and JeffTalking Toys: Action Figure Exclusive #1 – He-ManDespite what Jeff says in the intro, this is an Action Figure EXCLUSIVE! The first of many! This time out, Taylor and Jeff talk at-length about He-Man, the flagship character from Mattel’s Masters of the Universe line from the early … Continue reading →
2014-07-0133 minThe Pilot EpisodeEpisode 41 – The Dukes of HazzardYeeeeeeeeeeeeee-Haaaaaaaw!!!! YES! It’s finally here, Josh and Cory agreed to discuss Jeff’s favorite, The Dukes of Hazzard! Jeff is VERY excited. Josh and Cory, not so much. But that doesn’t mean the discussion isn’t lively, it just means Jeff has … Continue reading →
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