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Marti Oakley & TS RadioMarti Oakley & TS RadioUpdate on 2025 Whistleblowers Summit with the founders, Marcel Reid and Michael McCrayTonight we are so honored to have Marcel Reid and Michael McCray join us to update us on this years multi State Whistleblowers Summit. Beside the update, we got great information on the history of the summit, the film festival, the Pillar Award and more. Mark your calendars for the last week in July thru the first few days in August!!!! 2025-05-2936 minMarti Oakley & TS RadioMarti Oakley & TS RadioUpdate on 2025 Whistleblowers Summit with the founders, Marcel Reid and Michael McCraysend us a text. Please include your contact information if you would like a reply. Tonight we are so honored to have Marcel Reid and Michael McCray join us to update us on this years multi State Whistleblowers Summit.  Beside the update, we got great information on the history of the summit, the film festival, the Pillar Award and more.Mark your calendars for the last week in July thru the first few days in August!!!!2025-05-2936 minMark Merry\'s SoulSermonMixUpMark Merry's SoulSermonMixUpSoulSermonMix 180525Ain’t That Good Enough – John Edwards – Ace Kent CD Careful Man 1996 Ace Kent 45 1995I just Want To Fall In Love – The Spinners – Love Trippin – Atlantic LP – 1980Tried So Hard – Barbara Mason – (Oh How It Hurts Bear CD 1997) Forthcoming Hit & Run 45 – 2025All Over Again – Sharon Jones & The Dap Kings – Naturally (20th Anniversary Edition) (Originally Daptone LP 2005) – 2025Reasons To Stay – Tanika Charles – Reasons To Stay – 2025That Girl – Spencer Alston - 2025I’ve Been Trying – Clarence Reid – (Alston Records 1969) Forthcoming Hit & Run 45 – 2025We Don't Have To Be Alone – Thee Sacred Souls – 2025Lov...2025-05-191h 58Three Angry Black PeopleThree Angry Black PeopleEP 139: Kicking It With Mark MccrayOn this special episode of Three ABP, we interview Mark McCray, an award-winning television writer and author of the books The Best Saturdays of Our Lives and The Paper Boy: Dimensional Adventures. With over twenty years of working in broadcasting, Mark's insight into the competitive origins of Saturday Morning television brings fresh insight into what shaped the shows and cartoons we hold dear today. We also get some details on Mark's upcoming book series that fans won't wanna miss out on!  You know how we give it up, tune in! Visit Mark at https://tbsool.c...2025-01-171h 35The Joe Pags ShowThe Joe Pags ShowJoe Pags Talks with Mark McCray from WFTL in Tampa for the Latest Updates on Hurricane Milton. - Oct 9 Hr 1Joe Pags Talks with Mark McCray from WFTL in Tampa for the Latest Updates on Hurricane Milton. Plus, Rep. Matt Gaetz Weighs In on the Misuse of FEMA Funds, His Reaction to Hurricane Helene, and How the Left is Responding to These Recent Disasters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices2024-10-1042 minThe Joe Pags ShowThe Joe Pags ShowInterview with Mark McCrayJoe Pags Talks with Mark McCray from WFTL in Tampa to Provide the Latest Updates on Hurricane Milton—What’s Happening and What’s Next2024-10-1013 minLocked On Giants – Daily Podcast On The San Francisco GiantsLocked On Giants – Daily Podcast On The San Francisco GiantsLogan Webb’s Mastery, Grant McCray’s Arrival Propel SF Giants to Must-Win Victory vs. BravesIn a crucial showdown against the Braves, Logan Webb delivered when it mattered most, leading the San Francisco Giants to a much-needed victory. After dropping the first three games of the series, the Giants were on the brink of falling 5.5 games back in the wild card race. But Webb’s brilliance on the mound kept the Giants within striking distance, now just 3.5 games back, and still in the hunt for the postseason.In a surprising move, the Giants added Grant McCray to the 40-man and active rosters, while optioning Marco Luciano. Despite high expectations, Luciano never got th...2024-08-1633 minTransplantLyfe brought to you by LyfebulbTransplantLyfe brought to you by LyfebulbKidney Transplant Care with LaVise McCray and Mark EisenAlex Berrios, a community manager at TransplantLyfe and patient advocate, joins Mark Eisen and LaVise McCray to discuss their experiences with receiving kidney transplants. They explore the transition from dialysis to transplant and offer insights on how to effectively advocate for oneself throughout this process.2024-05-0829 minVICTORIOUS 4 LYFEVICTORIOUS 4 LYFEEP 121| Iron sharpens iron what does it means to youGuest speaker Elder Mark Pittman2023-10-171h 00In Conversation With LYIn Conversation With LYMaryland State Senator Cory McCray Joins In Conversation with LYIn the latest episode of In Conversation with LY, host Larry Young Gives a Summary of the 2023 National Action Network's Convention. Maryland State Senator Cory McCray talks about some of the highlights of the 2023 legislative session - The Marijuana Industry, Baltimore City Young Readers Program, and Supermarket in East Baltimore. Mark talks about upcoming job fairs. Callers Ray Davis, Rev. Willie Ray, and Bubby share their insights and updates on what's going on in the community. Recorded Live April 17, 20232023-05-0557 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastTMNT's Cam Clarke & Retro-Toy ConBEST SATURDAYS – TMNT’s Cam Clarke & Retro-Toy Con Last November Mark & Dan were once again guests at Retro-Toy Con! Presented by Toy Federation, Retro-Toy Con is not only the undisputed epicenter of yesterday’s playthings in The Carolinas, but is one of the premier fandom conventions this side of the Mississippi! Today we welcome true T.V. royalty, Cam Clarke! From his childhood in front of the camera as a member of The King Family to his carrier behind the mic as a celebrated voice actor and recording artist, Cam enthusiastically shares his journey to becoming Leonardo of The Teenage Mutant...2023-03-0429 minTerror at Collinwood: A Dark Shadows PodcastTerror at Collinwood: A Dark Shadows PodcastEp 48: The Dark Shadows Daybook Unbound with Patrick McCrayRondo Award-winning writer Patrick McCray returns to Terror at Collinwood to discuss ‘The Dark Shadows Daybook: Unbound’. The new 430-page book features a delightful foreword by Mark B. Perry, followed by Patrick’s in-depth, witty, and insightful analyses of many original Dark Shadows episodes. He also provides memorial tributes to recently departed stars from the show, looks at the 1991 revival series, reviews ‘A Dark Shadows Christmas Carol’, and more. Additional discussion topics include: Dark Shadows fandom, the ghost of Quentin Collins, the Leviathans, 1840 Barnabas conundrums, and much more. 2023-02-021h 35The Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives Podcast'Twas The Fight Before ChristmasReady for one more Holiday Special? Dig in for the Batman Christmas Special that kind of wasn’t and the holiday toy crazes that definitely were! ‘Tis The Best Saturdays of Our Lives! 00:00:25 The Batman (sorta) Holiday Special 00:09:14 Christmas Toy Frenzy 00:23:53 Aqua Teen Forever: Plantasm – Bluray Trailer 00:25:22 See You Next Year! The ESO Network esonetwork.com www.patreon.com/esonetwork facebook.com/groups/esonetwork Instagram:@eso_network Twitter: @ESONetwork feedback@esonetwork.com Mark McCray - The Best Saturdays of Our Lives thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com tbsool.com tbsool.com/podcast Facebook: @tbsool ~ @tbsoolp Instagram: @MarkMcTBSOOL ~ @best_saturdays_of_our_lives Twitter: @MarkMcTBSOOL markmc...2022-12-2927 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastDragon Con Trek Track / Dan Carroll InterviewBest Saturdays: Dragon Con Trek Track / Dan Carroll Interview Dragon Con 2022! Mark & Dan deliver the debrief on their Star Trek: The Animated Series panel along with the franchise’s progressive legacy according to the cast of Discovery and Picard and the missed opportunity of a shirtless Wilson Cruz. Plus Media Engagement Director Dan Carroll sat down with us at the beginning of the convention to discuss the incredible charity work that makes Dragon Con not just a vital partner in the community, but a shining example of fandom culture at its very best. This time on The Best Dragon Con of...2022-09-2733 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastBest Saturdays - Schoolhouse Rocks & Adut Swim's Ned HastingsBest Saturdays: Schoolhouse Rocks! w/ Adult Swim’s Ned Hastings Adult Swim’s Ned Hastings returns to rock the mic! With Mark McCray on bass and Dan Klink on drums, Ned sets both tempo and tone in our most epic jam session yet… The Best Schoolhouse Rocks of Our Lives! 00:00:23 The T.V Failed My Sister! 00:12:30 Jazz House Rocks! 00:25:55 The Bicentennial! 00:42:37 Best Saturdays Rocks! 00:54:42 Ned’s Dogs! TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:59:07 The ESO Network esonetwork.com www.patreon.com/esonetwork facebook.com/groups/esonetwork Instagram:@eso_network Twitter: @ESONetwork feedback@esonetwork.com Ned Hastings #MrHastingsHasAnInstagramAndProbablyAFacebookPageButHe’sNotPersonallyTryingToSellAnythingOrBlowUpTheInternetExceptWithPicsOfHisSleepingDogsItsNotThatHe’sNotTryingToMakeFriendsButIThinkHePerfersToLetHisProfessionalWorkSpeakForItselfIMean,AdultSwim,Right!?!JustWatchAdultSwim,MaybeCheckOutTheNewAquaTeenMovieAndKnowThatIfHeCould,NedWouldGiveEachAndEveryOneOfYouATenderKissOnTheForeheadAndEvenShareASliceOfHis HawaiianPizz...2022-08-1659 minThe Understable PodcastThe Understable PodcastJohnE McCray, From Tragedy to TriumphJohnE went through a tragic event 6 months ago and has been through a long road to recovery. We discuss that and much more with him 2022-08-0856 minYAC Sports PodcastYAC Sports PodcastEpisode 201This week Mark Berman from the Roanoke Times joins Joe and Leland to recap VT Sports and realignment talk. Joe is enjoying the Orioles run while Leland is happy for Joe he is nervous it will get to a point where he resents the Orioles.  2022-07-131h 22The Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastSteve Garcia 📺 SC ComiconBest Saturdays of Our Lives: Steve Garcia 📺 SC Comicon On April 9th-10th Mark & Dan were guests of the ESO Network at SC Comicon, Upstate South Carolina's wildly popular comic book convention. Among all the amazing talent they spent their time with, Steve Garcia, animator and storyboard artist for such modern classics as The Iron Giant, Ed, Edd n Eddy and The Adams Family (among many others) was gracious enough to shear his time with us. TOTAL RUNTIME: 18:51 Steve Garcia Instagram.com/stevegarciaonline/ stevegarciaonline@gmail.com The ESO Network esonetwork.com www.patreon.com/esonetwork facebook.com/groups/esonetwork Instagram:@eso...2022-06-1518 minF4 Let\'s GoF4 Let's Go"Laid Down and Sprayed Down"BOOM! Fresh out the multiverse we've got a surprise guest host! Who is it? You've got to listen to see. Also Shook makes his long-awaited return to the pod! This episode contains spoilers for Dr. Strange and the Multiverse of Madness (from the 09:00-minute mark to around the 38:00-minute mark). The Bean household is also having some porn issues, so of course we discuss that. Let's go! 2022-05-131h 06The Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastGuy Gilchrist 📺 SC ComiconGuy Gilchrist - SC Comicon On April 9th-10th Mark & Dan were guests of the ESO Network at SC Comicon, Upstate South Carolina's wildly popular comic book convention. Among many other unforgettable memories, they had the honor of meeting famed comic strip producer, character designer and art director Guy Gilchrist! He graciously spoke with us about his storied carrier with Jim Henson, an extensive relationship with Saturday morning, and a whole lot more! 00:00:24 Guy Gilchrist 00:23:49 Thank You Judy! TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:28:30 The ESO Network esonetwork.com www.patreon.com/esonetwork facebook.com/groups/esonetwork Instagram:@eso_network Twitter: @ESONetwork feedback@esonetwork...2022-04-1628 minBoston\'s BestBoston's Best088 - Get Inspired With Two WebsterAre you on the hunt for that perfect conversation piece for your next dinner party with friends? Need to add a pop of color to your office space to spruce up your zoom calls? Or are you looking for a one-of-a-kind, handwoven basket for your newly installed guest bedroom? Then you'll love this week's guest of Boston's Best! This week, I am joined by Melissa McCray, Owner of Two Webster. Two Webster is a home and decorative accessories shop located in Osterville, MA, specializing in unique and custom-made home goods from around the world. Featured pieces include...2022-04-0137 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #47 - Toys & Toons at Retro-Toy ConToys. There has always been a symbiotic relationship between the cartoons we grew up on and merchandise associated with them. Back in November 2021 Mark & Dan were guests of the upstate's premier toys and collectibles convention; Retro-Toy Con! In our second episode covering 2021’s convention, we spoke with many of the vendors and content creators that help made the event come alive! 00:00:23 Screaming Soup 00:09:03 He-Man Panel 00:11:25 Shrunk 3D 00:20:08 RAD Plastic 00:30:32 Action Toys & Collectables 00:39:43 Dan Fowler TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:42:07 The ESO Network esonetwork.com www.patreon.com/esonetwork facebook.com/groups/esonetwork Instagram:@eso_network Twitter: @ESONetwork feedback@esonetwork.com #esonetwork Retro-Toy Con ht...2022-03-3142 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastStar Wars: Droids & Ewoks Vol. 1Best Saturdays - Star Wars: Droid & Ewoks Vol.1 Welcome to Season 3! Mark and Dan are joined by their Thunder Talk co-hosts Beth & Kawika Ah Lo. Today we explore, laugh and commiserate over the two Star Wars cartoons that graces our Saturday mornings decades before all those other Star Wars cartoons. Lucusfilms's Droids and Ewoks. Make sure to tune in to Thunder Talk Issue #51 for Volume 2 as we conclude our dive into this weird and whacky period in Star Wars history! 00:00:24 In Trouble Again 00:08:13 Slapstick 3P0 00:19:22 Ewoks and the Magical Dreidel 00:28:09 Droid & Ewoks Vol.2 TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:30:19 The ESO Network esonetwork.com ...2022-03-1830 minFaithful Mom BossFaithful Mom Boss12. How I Started Feeling Good in My Skin AgainAfter delivering two 8 plus pound babies in my 5 feet 4 inches frame via two c-sections, I felt like a foreigner in my physical body. I remember looking down at the multiple rolls on my belly, and feeling them touch one another. Going to an office for 9 hours a day, caring for two small kids, and managing life was taking priority over my health and I ended up in a body I didn’t even recognize. After a while I got so uncomfortable that a fire lit up. It was a spark that led me down the path of truly figuring ou...2022-03-1528 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastHe-Man & She-Ra 📺 A Christmas SpecialHe-Man & She-Ra 📺 A Christmas Special Can you think of someone righteous and powerful who was born in December? Mark and Dan can think of two. He-Man & She-Ra! Join us in this Christmas / birthday celebration filled with spaceships and music, backdoor pilots, and skeletons with hearts of Kerium! Merry Christmas and we'll see you in the New Year! 00:00:24 Orko Finds Religion 00:18:14 Merry Backdoor Pilot 00:31:01 See You in 2022! TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:33:42 The ESO Network esonetwork.com www.patreon.com/esonetwork facebook.com/groups/esonetwork Instagram:@eso_network Twitter: @ESONetwork feedback@esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com ~ tbsool.com ~ tbsool.com/podcast Facebook: @tbs...2021-12-1433 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastRetro-Toy Con 📺 Keone Young & Dan GilvezanRetro-Toy Con 2021! Once again Mark & Dan attended as guests, hosted a Ha-Man panel, and conducted a couple of interviews with two legends of the voice acting world. Keone Young takes us on a journey through his storied carrier while discussing many of the difficulties facing persons of color in the entertainment industry. They were also treated to a rare interview with the incredibly funny Dan Gilvezan! He grants us a glimpse into the methodology behind the voices of Spider-Man and Bumble Bee along with some wise words for these troubled times - Today on The Best Retro-Toy Cons of Our...2021-12-0256 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastKeone Young and Dan Gilvezan at Retro Toy Con FederationRetro-Toy Con 2021! Once again Mark & Dan attended as guests, hosted a Ha-Man panel, and conducted a couple of interviews with two legends of the voice acting world. Keone Young takes us on a journey through his storied carrier while discussing many of the difficulties facing persons of color in the entertainment industry. They were also treated to a rare interview with the incredibly funny Dan Gilvezan! He grants us a glimpse into the methodology behind the voices of Spider-Man and Bumble Bee along with some wise words for these troubled times - Today on The Best Retro-Toy Cons of Our...2021-12-0256 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastAdult Swim's Ned Hastings Vol.1: SUPERMAN vs. SUPERMANAdult Swim's Ned Hastings Vol.1: SUPERMAN vs. SUPERMAN Ned Hastings, producer and editor at Adult Swim, joins Mark & Dan along with History of Comic Books J.T. Wheatley to whiteness the duel of the century! Well, last century... SUPERMAN vs. SUPERMAN! And tune in to the next episode of Thunder Talk for Ned Hastings Vol.2: Best Saturdays vs. Thunder Talk! 00:00:23 ENTER: Ned Hastings 00:11:39 Cape Capers 00:24:32 Supergirl 00:38:36 A Little Piece of Superman 00:46:47 Ned Hastings Vol. 2 - Only On Thunder Talk! TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:52:31 #adultswim #thebestsaturdaysofourlives #thundertalk #historyofcomicbookspodcast Ned Hastings @MrHastingsHasAFacebookPageButHesNotPersonallyTryingToSellAnythingOrBlowUpTheInternetItsNotThatHesNotTryingToMakeFriendsButIThinkHePerfersToLetHisProfessionalWorkSpeakForItselfIMeanAdultSwimRightJustWatchSquidbilliesAndKnowThatNedLovesYou.com Squidbillies / Adult Swim @squidbillies https://www.adultswim.com/videos/squidbillies @adultswim ...2021-11-1952 minEarth Station Who: A Doctor Who PodcastEarth Station Who: A Doctor Who PodcastEarth Station Who Flex: War of the SontaransThe second chapter of the Flux storyline is a historical episode with diabolical implications for the 21st century and beyond. Mike, Mike, Mary, Felicity, and Mark McCray visit the British Hotel and survey the latest field of battle for our favorite race of potato heads. Sontar-Ha! We want to hear from you! Please write to us at feedback@earthstationwho.com. Also, please subscribe and rate the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Google Plus, or wherever fine podcasts are found. Feedback is always welcome and much appreciated. Links Listen to older episodes of...2021-11-131h 05Earth Station Who: A Doctor Who PodcastEarth Station Who: A Doctor Who PodcastEarth Station Who Flex: War of the SontaransThe second chapter of the Flux storyline is a historical episode with diabolical implications for the 21st century and beyond. Mike, Mike, Mary, Felicity, and Mark McCray visit the British Hotel and survey the latest field of battle for our favorite race of potato heads. Sontar-Ha! We want to hear from you! Please write to us at feedback@earthstationwho.com. Also, please subscribe and rate the show on iTunes, Stitcher Radio, Google Plus, or wherever fine podcasts are found. Feedback is always welcome and much appreciated. Links Listen to older episodes of...2021-11-131h 05Driving Forces on WBAIDriving Forces on WBAIDriving Forces Veterans Day 2021 With Bello, Alvarez, And McCrayCeleste Katz Marston and Jeff Simmons mark Veterans Day 2021 with three special guests: Veterans advocate Joe Bello; NYC Department of Veterans' Services Cassandra Alvarez; and NYC First Lady Chirlane McCray. Original air date: November 11, 2021.2021-11-1256 minThe Ministry Collaborative PodcastThe Ministry Collaborative PodcastA Surprising God: A Conversation with Donyelle McCray and Tom LongExecutive Director Mark Ramsey speaks with Dr. Donyelle McCray (Yale Divinity School) and the Rev. Dr. Tom Long (Candler School of Theology) about their new book of Advent Devotions, the "disappointing Jesus", and what's required of us.2021-11-1016 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #42 Isis and the Social Values MovementEp# 42 - Isis and the Social Values Movement In this episode, Mark & Dan look back on the life and carrier of Joanna Cameron, famous for her role as the superhero Isis, along with several other shows that shaped our social values on Saturday morning. 00:00:24 More "POP" Less "POW" 00:19:10 Isis 00:35:35 Pitches & Fan Letters TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:36:30 The ESO Network esonetwork.com www.patreon.com/esonetwork facebook.com/groups/esonetwork Instagram:@eso_network Twitter: @ESONetwork feedback@esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com ~ tbsool.com ~ tbsool.com/podcast Facebook: @tbsool ~ @tbsoolp Instagram: @MarkMcTBSOOL ~ @best_saturdays_of_our_lives Twitter: @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com ...2021-11-0436 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #41 TCM + Bill Golliher @ SC Comicon Jr.Ep# 41 TCM + Bill Golliher @ SC Comicon Jr. Recently your expert on all things Saturday morning, Mark McCray, sat down for a televised interview with Turner Classic Movies! In today's episode we discuss his time with TCM where he shared his insights on both Max and Richard Fleischer and the fantastic contributions they gave to the history of animation. Mark and Dan also traveled to SC Comicon Jr. a few weeks ago with The ESO Network. Along with spending an amazing afternoon with many of our fellow podcasters, they were able to reconnect with their good friend, Bill --- of Archie...2021-10-2041 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #40 Rob Lamb / Power-Con 2021Ep# 40 - Rob Lamb / Power-Con 2021 On September 11th and 12th Mark & Dan traveled to Anaheim California for Power-Con, the nation's premier convention for all things She-Ra and He-Man! In the third and final chapter of The Best Power-Cons of Our Lives trilogy, we sit down with Rob Lamb. Rob Lamb is an exceptional screenwriter, storyboard artist, animator and graphic designer who has worked on many iconic Filmation series such as Fat Albert & the Cosby Kids, BlackStar and He-Man & the Masters of the Universe where he wrote the fan favorite He-Man episode, “Into the Abyss.” In addition to his Filmation Studios achi...2021-10-0633 minCatch You On The Rebound: Nobody Wanna Hear About Mental HealthCatch You On The Rebound: Nobody Wanna Hear About Mental HealthSince August of 91' with Program Director Mark McCray30 years  in the broadcast industry, Mark specializes in broadcast management, programming, voiceovers, production and on-air.  As a programming executive Mark has received several awards including Program Director of the year and one of America’s Best Program Directors according to Radio Ink.  McCray's resume include voiceover and spokesperson projects for major companies (Weight Watchers, AT&T, McDonalds, Big Apple Rx and more) as well as imaging voice for several stations including WMMJ-FM in Washington DC and KZMJ-FM in Dallas.  As an on air talent Mark has achieved top ratings in several markets and have been heard nationally and internationally on the AB...2021-10-0152 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #39 Michael Swanigan & Larry Houston / Power-Con 2021Ep# 39 - Michael Swanigan & Larry Houston / Power-Con 2021 On September 11th and 12th Mark & Dan traveled to Anaheim California for Power-Con, the nation's premier convention for all things She-Ra and He-Man! In today's episode we bring you our interviews with two pioneers who's contributions to the animation industry are immeasurable. With eighty-seven art department credits to his name, Michael Swanigan stands as one of the greatest storyboard artists of all time. Along with his work on both She-Ra and He-Man, Michael is a prolific author and has held positions as story director, storyboard supervisor and designer during his storied carrier. Larry...2021-09-2941 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #38 Tom "T" Tataranowicz / Power-Con 2021Ep# 38 - Tom "T" Tataranowicz / Power-Con 2021 On September 11th and 12th Mark & Dan traveled to Anaheim California for Power-Con, the nation's premier convention for all things She-Ra and He-Man! Also in attendance were several key animators and creators responsible for bringing the world of Master of the Universe to life. Today we present Tom Tataranowicz! Along with more accolades then we can count, he served as both storyboard artist and assistant storyboard supervisor on both shows as well as director on She-Ra. Tom T was gracias enough to grant us an amazing interview during our time at Power-Con! 00:00:24 Tom T...2021-09-2235 minOne World, One FutureOne World, One FutureRachelle McCray - MinMinBear FoundationRachelle McCray is a nationally recognized Television Show Host, Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist. She is also a patient whose mother, Mindy, is a kidney transplant recipient and the inspiration behind her non-profit organization, The MinMinBear Foundation.In 2011, Rachelle’s mission to help others gained a voice in the form of a crown when she won the title of Miss Arizona United States. During her reign, Rachelle dedicated her year to educating and advocating for kidney disease patients while teaching the importance of living organ donation. Rachelle worked as a spokesperson traveling to various conferences, making press appearances, and vo...2021-09-1836 minToon Lore Done Right: A Black cartoon, anime and animation podcastToon Lore Done Right: A Black cartoon, anime and animation podcastMark McCray interview: The best Saturdays of our livesWelcome to Toon Lore Done Right! You can call me Dave the Tutor and today I have something special. I have the honor to interview Cartoon Network veteran producer, author and podcast host Mr. Mark McCray. We talk about the animation industry, network budgets, animation quality, animation haters and more.  So if you like nerdy, blerdy, anime and pop culture stuff both nostalgic and new then you are in the right place.  Toon Lore Done Right drops bi-weekly with dope content so to keep up with everything, follow me on instagram and twitter at ToonLoreDR an...2021-09-0133 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #37 SCI-FI WHERE YOU LEAST EXPECT ITEarlier this year Mark and Dan had the privilege of presenting a few panels at the Miami International Sci-fi Film Festival. This is the audio from one of them… Science Fiction is more mainstream than you ever imagined! What's the connection between Star Trek and Jem? What does laser weaponry have to do with the Gummi Bears? Join Mark McCray, author of "The Best Saturdays of Our Lives" and Dan Klink, co-host of "The Best Saturdays of Our Lives" Podcast as we assert that, as far as cartoons are concerned, Sci-Fi isn't the exception, it's the rule! 00:00:24 The Great Gazoo, Je...2021-08-2622 minDouble EDouble E34: Mark McCray of Podcast Suites & Clear Media NetworkIn this episode of Double E, Elevating Entrepreneurs, Mark shares his perspective from his transition into radio to phasing out and starting his now two successful businesses: the Podcast Suites- a place where you can record your podcast and also receive coaching and editing help (voice overs, intro, outro, tips to upload and get started, etc.) and Clear Media Network- a broadcasting network for radio stations that formats the music for their preferences including genres. Mark worked for a Top 40 Station and has worked with Cardi B (she did a concert and car show for them) and The Weeknd...2021-08-2149 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #36 The Best Theme Songs of Our Lives!Ep# 36 - The Best Theme Songs of Our Lives! From Magilla Gorilla to Robotech, H.R. Puffnstuff to The Mysterious Cities of Gold, Mark & Dan invite you to listen to some of their favorite Saturday morning tunes - this time on The Best Theme Songs of Our Lives! 00:00:25 Magilla Gorilla 00:07:52 Mysterious Cities of Gold 00:16:06 H.R. Puffnstuff 00:27:25 Robotech 00:33:27 Mark's Approval Total Runtime: 00:36:17 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays...2021-08-1136 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. 35 Hanna-Barbera vs. Hanna-BarberaHanna-Barbera vs. Hanna-Barbera The Olympics are finally here! The Laugh Olympics, that is. Mark and Dan discuss the legal web caused when a smarter than average bear goes from snatching picnic baskets to a full blown adrenaline junkie. Go for gold with a Dastardly Baron and a couple of Mutts, this time on The Wackiest Saturdays of Our Lives! And catch our show LIVE at this year's Treklanta virtual convention Saturday, August 7th! https://allevents.in/online/treklanta-on-the-holodeck-2021/200021120697008 00:00:25 Dastardly Mutts & Mumbly Barons 00:18:14 Treklanta! 00:19:10 Yanked: Godzilla & Pizza 00:23:14 Exit, Stage Left Total Runtime: 00:26:11 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray ...2021-08-0226 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. 34 - Nintendo On Saturday MorningThe Best Saturdays of Our Lives - Nintendo on Saturday Morning Playa Two Has Entered the Game! Your podcast Mega Man, Mark McCray, recounts the Legend of Mario as portrayed by Captain Lou Albano. But it's not all ↑↑↓↓←→←→,B,A START. SEGA has it's own Saturday Sonic genesis while Dan ports his arcade failiers to the home console. Time to blow on that cartridge and hit power on The Best Nintendo of Our Lives! 00:00:24 Surly Bozo 00:15:22 Where On The Schedule Is Carmen Sandiego? 00:24:36 7800 Problems, And Nintendo Ain't One 00:31:27 Madness for Profit Total Runtime: 00:34:29 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The...2021-07-1534 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. 33 Hip Hop on Saturday MorningEpisode #33 - Hip-Hop on Saturday Morning We are 2 Legit 2 Quit on Hammerman, delivering the definitive break down of our MC from Oaktown's shuffle on Saturday morning! Plus Mark and Dan hit up Kid 'n Play around the way to Jellystone Mall as we beatbox back to when your Liquid Television came In Living Color. This time, on The Best Hip-Hop Mornings of Our Lives! 00:00:24 Parental Advisory 00:10:22 In Defense of Hammerman 00:27:06 Where To Stick Yogi This Decade? 00:30:39 Disco on Saturday Morning Total Runtime: 00:33:49 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The...2021-06-2533 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEpisode #32 - Ghostbusters vs. GhostbustersGo Go, Ghostbusters! Remember when Busting made us feel REAL good on Saturday Morning? Mark & Dan give a blow-by-blow account of when Filmation and DIC squared off in a paranormal-busting brawl for our hearts, minds and money. There's something strange in the neighborhood this time on The Best Saturdays of Our Lives! 00:00:25 …and a Gorilla? 00:21:19 The REAL Stereotypes 00:28:40 No, Let's NOT Go Go! Total Runtime: 00:32:04 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.co...2021-05-2732 minThe Why I Help PodcastThe Why I Help PodcastRachelle McCray - Advocating for Solutions to Kidney DiseaseRachelle McCray is a nationally recognized Television Show Host, Entrepreneur, and Philanthropist. She is also a patient whose mother, Mindy, is a kidney transplant recipient and the inspiration behind her non-profit organization, The MinMinBear Foundation. In 2011, Rachelle’s mission to help others gained a voice in the form of a crown when she won the title of Miss Arizona United States. During her reign, Rachelle dedicated her year to educating and advocating for kidney disease patients while teaching the importance of living organ donation. Rachelle worked as a spokesperson traveling to various conferences, making press appearances, and vo...2021-05-2623 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEpisode #31 Atari on Saturday Morning1Up Playa Playa! Mark and Dan take you beyond the Saturday Supercade to Pacland and back with all your classic arcade favorites. We also hear what Trench Warfare's opinion was on the 80's Roller Rink scene. Drop that quarter and pop that cartridge, this is Atari on Saturday Morning! 00:00:25 Pac-Man Apocalypse 00:19:26 Dragon's Lair & The Great War 00:27:33 Nintendo…? Total Runtime: 00:31:12 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays_of_our_lives Fa...2021-05-1231 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEpisode #30 - Tom Cook and Bill Golliher from SC ComiconSC Comicon! South Carolina's premier comic convention recently hosted Tom Cook and Bill Golliher, two giants of the animation and comic book industry. Armed with great questions provided by Mark McCray, and with the assistance of Mike Faber and the ESO Network, Dan had an opportunity to speak with these gentleman from the convention floor. 00:00:26 Archiefied 00:08:56 Now We're Cook'n 00:22:57 One More Question 00:32:27 Things To Come Total Runtime: 00:36:00 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Tom Cook 80sanimator@gmail.com Facebook: @tomcookanimator Bill Golliher gogolliher@gmail.com Website: www.billgolliher.com Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com ...2021-04-2236 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEpisode #29 Sweet Swee’Pea’s Baadasssss Dad!Best Saturdays of Our Lives 29 - Sweet Swee’Pea’s Baadasssss Dad! We're mixing it up with all your favorite cartoon dream daddies! Single parenthood is rough especially for sailors, cavemen and superheroes. We'll gladly hear you on Tuesday if you listen to us today - the Best Baadasssss Saturdays of Your Life! 00:00:24: I Yam What I Yam 00:22:25: And Son! 00:30:07: Scooner Seawell Georgia Washenting Christiffer Columbia Daniel Boom TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:32:30 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com...2021-04-0932 minLet\'s Get Lit With - Dr. Kay & Dr. HLet's Get Lit With - Dr. Kay & Dr. HInnovation PaysInnovators are more than creators. They use their innovative ideas to shift paradigms and provide solutions to what others see as impossible. Innovators come from all walks of life, i.e. Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, Steve Jobs, and the list goes on. Tune in as we discuss how this leadership skill will payoff for you and your organization.2021-04-0740 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEpisode #28 - Batman vs. BatmanBatman vs. Batman Super Friends vs. Star Trek! The Dark Knight and Boy Wonder vs. Superman and Wonder Woman! The Caped Crusader vs. Space Ghost! Season Two opens with a double dose of BIFF, POW, and ZING as your Best Saturdays Dynamic Duo Mark & Dan return to ask "Who owns it?" 00:00:25 Bat Ghost Coast to Coast 00:20:37 Yanked: A Man Called Flintstone 00:25:48 The Best Season 2 of Our Lives TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:27:44 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com ...2021-03-2327 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #27 - The Cutesy Era - Part 3Episode #27 The Cutesy Era - Part 3 Recorded in 2019, this is the last of what we had in the can. I conclude our "Cutesy Era" discussion with the Gummi Bears, Flintstone Kids, and a whole lot more. Stay tuned for the premiere of Season 2 of The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast coming this Spring! 00:00:24 Hard Candy 00:12:34 Vitamins 00:24:49 Sci-Fi Where you Least Expect it TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:29:10 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram...2021-03-0529 minWalk It Out with Leah McCrayWalk It Out with Leah McCrayDon’t let man drag you to hell.Resisting the doctrines of men. Mark 7.2021-03-0423 minWalk It Out with Leah McCrayWalk It Out with Leah McCrayDon’t be food for the world!Mark 5 is instructive for us on how to overcome our issues.2021-03-0119 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEpisode #26 The Cutesy Era - Part 2Episode #26 The Cutesy Era - Part 2 In part two, trends in both marketing and child psychology coalesce. We might talk a bit more about the Care Bears then we intended, but this is what you get from an episode recorded back in 2019. Part two also explores Disney's leap into Saturday Morning market. 00:00:24 Attack Them With Kindness 00:17:59 Disney on Saturday Morning 00:22:38 Part 3 TOTAL RUNNTIME: 00:24:33 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best...2021-02-1124 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastTBSOOLP 25 The Cutesy Era - Part 1TBSOOLP 25 The Cutesy Era - Part 1 There's nothing tiny about this trend! From Tex Avery's last animated work to Jim Henson's first, we shrink it down and look at all that was small on Saturday morning. 00:00:24 Squishable Plushable Boss Hog 00:15:23 Muppet Babies 00:25:00 Don't Miss It! TOTAL RUNNTIME: 00:27:21 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays_of_our_lives Facebook: facebook.com/tbsool #tbsool Dan Klink Instagram: @dan_klink Twitter.com...2021-01-2727 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEpisode #24 - Wonder Woman 1968?Ep# 24 - Wonder Woman 1968? Wonder Woman made her small screen debut almost fifty years ago, but not in a way you would expect. Mark and Dan explore her Saturday morning origins all the way through the modern cable era. You'll be fascinated by both when, and how, Diana Prince finally got animated! 00:00:25 The Wonder Bunch 00:22:38 Super Friends 84 00:35:11 A History of Comic Book Adds TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:38:54 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram...2021-01-0838 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp# 23 - The Best Christmas Carols of Our LivesA Christmas Carol is one of the most adapted holiday classics and we're bringing you two of the best! Join Mark and Dan as they dive into Charles Dickens, Mr. Magoo and Mickey too! 00:00:28 Mickey's Christmas Carol 00:22:59 Mr. Magoo's Christmas Carol 00:41:16 A Charlie Brown Christmas TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:43:38 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays_of_our_lives Facebook: facebook.com/tbsool #tbsool Dan Klink Instagram: @dan_klink Twitter.com...2020-12-2243 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. 22 - Leaving Money on the TableThe Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast Ep#22 - Leaving Money on the Table You ever watch a couple of cartoons and wonder why they never did a crossover, knowing how financially successful these events could have been? Or when they did, why some of the best elements from either show weren't used? Mark and Dan are just as curious as you are. 00:00:24 Easter Eggs & Schedule Swaps 00:18:37 Crossover, She Wrote 00:27:49 What Could Have Been TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:30:56 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast ...2020-12-0530 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp#21 - A Tribute to Ken SpearsThe Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast Ep#21 - A Tribute to Ken Spears In Episode 21 Mark and Dan pay tribute to the life and legacy of Ken Spears who, along with his partner Joe Ruby, changed the animation landscape forever! 00:00:24 The Early Years 00:21:44 The Later Years 00:31:20 Thank You TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:33:36 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays_of_our_lives Facebook: facebook.com/tbsool #tbsool Dan Klink Instagram...2020-11-2033 minMarching to MadnessMarching to MadnessEpisode 573: Western Carolina head coach Mark ProsserIn this episode of Marching to Madness, hosts Blake Lovell and Ken Cross welcome back Western Carolina head coach Mark Prosser. Topics of discussion include: adaptations to Covid-19 and the fight for racial justice the extensive presence of guard Mason Faulkner the 3-point game anchored by Matt Halvorsen and Travion McCray improving the defense over last season ...and much more! It's another exciting episode of Marching to Madness! About the Hosts: Blake Lovell has over 10 years of experience in sports media. His work has been featured on The New...2020-11-0917 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp#20 Not PBS Kids part 2The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast - Ep#20 Not PBS Kids part 2 In part 1 of "Not PBS Kids" we brought you the landscape. Now we dive into the shows! Romper Room hits the pre-K crowed while Schoolhouse Rock hits all the right notes with endearing lessons in civics! Celebrated journalists bring the news to Saturday morning and beyond, and children become a voice for the environment! 00:00:24 Academic Values 00:23:24 Social Values 00:27:35 Moral Values Total Runtime: 00:28:58 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool...2020-11-0528 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEpisode 19 - Not PBS Kids Part 1The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast - Ep# Not PBS Kids part 1 Censorship! Educational Programming! Degrassi High! In episode 19 Mark and Dan jump all over the place. From the Lawrence Welk show and the Rural Purge to Action for Children's Television and PBS, we drop a lot of knowledge in this one. And knowing is half the battle! 00:00:24 ACT 1 00:17:54 The Rural Purge 00:34:08 Reagan? TOTAL RUNNTIME: 00:38:15 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram...2020-10-2238 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #18 Live Action in Animation - Part 5Ep. #18 Live Action in Animation - Part 5 We have a Tale to tell about ALF while Saturday morning gets a little Rated R with Rambo! SCTV gets a couple of second lives, Beetlejuice gets high praise, but what about The Karate Kid? Join Mark "Miyagi" McCray and Daniel-san Klink as we conclude our look into Live Action to Animation properties. 00:00:25 Just Add "EXTREME" 00:21:35 Pick 'n Save on Spec 00:27:23 The End? …YES!!! TOTAL RUNNTIME: 00:31:32 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @Ma...2020-10-0630 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #17 Live Action in Animation - Part 4Remember that episode of Happy Days when the Fonz and gang got lost in time with a traveler from the future? In part four we Punky out to Gilligan's Planet with Mork & Mindy while Star Wars and Ghostbusters land on Saturday morning with mixed results! 00:00:11 Somethin' Somethin' Mystery 00:01:16 Sit On It, Potsie 00:17:06 Diminished Expectations in a Galaxy Far, Far Away 00:24:48 80's Part 2? TOTAL RUNNTIME: 00:28:15 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com...2020-09-1728 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #16 Tribute to Joe Ruby + Live Action in Animation - Part 3Ep. #16 Tribute to Joe Ruby + Live Action in Animation - Part 3 In this special episode Mark pays tribute and we say goodbye to one of the giants of Saturday morning animation, Joe Ruby. We continue our "Trek" into the live action to animation genre through the 1970's with The Jackson 5, (most of) The Partridge Family, and so much more while boldly going into what could be considered the fourth and fifth season of that five year mission where no one has gone before! 00:00:11 R.I.P. Joe Ruby 00:02:33 The 1970's 00:26:43 Robonic 00:41:25 Sexy Cameo TOTAL RUNNTIME: 00:43:00 The ESO Network https://esonetwork...2020-09-0243 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp. #15 Live Action in Animation - Part 2Live Action in Animation - Part 2 Ditch that bowl of Cocoa Puffs for a bucket of popcorn and the New Scooby Doo movies as we jam the lane with the Harlem Globetrotters! Licensed likenesses and the real deals continue to cross over to the small screen both episodically and in the Saturday Superstar Movies! 00:00:25 From Harlem to Gilligan's Island 00:14:32 All In The Family 00:21:07 The Future is Phyllis Diller TOTAL RUNNING TIME: 24:19 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072...2020-08-1924 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp #14 Live Action to Animation part 1Celebrities get animated! We begin with an examination of the MGM and Warner Bros. Hollywood satires of the 1930's and 40's to the early age of television when parody became participation. Then we return as guest stars to the town of Bedrock! 00:00:52 parody to participation 00:20:35 Twist! Twist! 00:26:53 Best Saturdays / ESO add-spot premier TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:30:35 The ESO Network https://esonetwork.com #esonetwork Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays_of_our_lives Facebook: facebook.com/tbsool #tbsool ...2020-08-0530 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp#13 Continuity, Contradiction and Canon part 2Ep#13 Continuity, Contradiction and Canon part 2 Back to the Flintstones! Perhaps complicated, convolution and chronology better describes this episode. Past, present and future flash back and forth from the Post-Kazoo prime timeline, the Flintstone Kids, and the temporal tragedy of Captain Caveman! 00:00:16 Who Shot J.R.? 00:22:16 Scoob! 00:27:22 Manifestations TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:29:18 Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com Thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays_of_our_lives Facebook: facebook.com/tbsool #tbsool Dan Klink Instagram: @dan_klink Twitter.com/TheRealDanKlink facebook.com/Dan...2020-07-2229 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp#12 Continuity, Contradiction and Canon part 1We're back and digging into Bedrock to discuss Yabba world-building and Dabba Do character arcs with Pebbles & Bamm-Bamm! We even go a little off-road with a pinch of Star Trek while looking at Sinbad Jr's two production studios. Wilma! Where's my continuity!?! 00:00:15 The Legend of Joe Rockhead 00:30:31 The First African American Stone Age Family 00:36:05 The Flintstone Kids TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:37:06 Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays_of_our_lives Facebook: facebook.com/tbsool #tbsool Dan Klink ...2020-07-0837 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastSPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTSPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT - "I Can’t Play With You Anymore” We're taking a break this week to have several very important conversations over on our other show. I had to confront racism head on in the first grade. Here's a preview of that segment. Listen to my story on the latest Thunder Talk Podcast! We'll be back next week with episode #12 of The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast! Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays_of_o...2020-07-0205 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp#11 Saturday Morning Musical Renaissance - part 3In part 3 of Saturday Morning Musical Renaissance we wrap up the 80's and blast all the way into modern day. That's right! From Cool Worlds to Steven Universe, the tunes in toons trend shows no signs of slowing down the beat. 00:00:15 The Modern Era 00:19:21 Mark and The Chipmunks 00:24:45 You're Welcome TOTAL RUNTIME 00:25:48 Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays_of_our_lives Facebook: facebook.com/tbsool #tbsool Dan Klink Instagram: @dan_klink Twitter.com/TheRealDanKlink facebook...2020-06-1825 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastSaturday Morning Musical Renaissance - part 2You want your MTV? 1980's children's programming gave it to you. In part 2 of Saturday Morning Musical Renaissance we explore the dawn of the music video craze, some very animated live action shows, and Jem teams up with Jimi Hendrix! It's truly, truly outrageous! 00:00:15 The MTV Era 00:19:54 No Grown-Ups Allowed 00:26:51 Oh, Madison TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:27:59 Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives tbsool.com The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast tbsool.com/podcast @MarkMcTBSOOL markmccray072@gmail.com thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com Instagram: instagram.com/best_saturdays_of_our_lives Facebook: facebook.com/tbsool #tbsool Dan Klink Instagram: @dan_klink Twitter.com...2020-06-0427 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEpisode #9 Saturday Morning Musical Renaissance - part 1THE BEST SATURDAYS OF OUR LIVES PODCAST Ep#9 Saturday Morning Musical Renaissance - part 1 Music in cartoons? Nah, we're talking cartoons that were all about the music! From the first Alvin show and The Archies to The Beatles, Mark rocks and Dan rolls out with Saturday morning's greatest hits. And you know we're all about the Jackson 5! Oh baby, give this episode a chance! Find Us On Soundcloud And All Podcast Platforms! 00:00:14 The Bubble Gum Era 00:25:23 Mike Curb Congregation 00:29:31 Disco's to Dangerous TOTAL RUNTIME: 00:32:51 Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives https://tbsool.com/ The Best Saturdays of Our...2020-05-2132 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEpisode #8 - A History of Violence Part 3Ep#8 A History of Violence - part 3 We go from Gatchaman to X-Men as we jump into the 1980's and beyond! Children's television stops playing it safe and starts playing with sharp objects. G.I. Joe helps rebrand the U.S. military's image after Vietnam while turning a profit. And super hero's make their action-packed return to Saturday mornings. Get ready for sweet 80's laser action as we conclude A History of Violence! Find Us On Soundcloud And All Podcast Platforms! 00:00:17 Full Circle 00:21:20 Great American Merchandising 00:27:22 Dan Dares You Total Run Time: 00:28:41 Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives ...2020-05-0628 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp#7 A History of Violence - part 2THE BEST SATURDAYS OF OUR LIVES PODCAST Ep#7 A History of Violence - part 2 We take to the sky's as super heroes land on Saturday morning! Will grownups defeat our caped crusaders? Should Superman be charged with manslaughter? Why is Brainiac dressed like a frat boy in his underwear? How did Thunder Talk's Mightiest Avenger slide into the show? All this and more in part two of A History of Violence! Find Us On Soundcloud https://soundcloud.com/use…/ep7-a-history-of-violence-part-2 And All Podcast Platforms! 00:00:14 Punches Without Punching 00:19:23 Mash-ups, the law, and Sexy Thor 00:28:51 Gatchaman or Battle of the Planets To...2020-04-2229 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp#6 A History of Violence - part 1THE BEST SATURDAYS OF OUR LIVES PODCAST Ep#6 A History of Violence - part 1 We know we're a bi-monthly show, but we thought we'd drop one more into your Easter basket! In A History of Violence part 1 we look at the origins of slapstick in cartoons and the darker turn we took during WWII and the beginning of the Cod War with a few laughs along the way. It's April. Time to file your taxes to kill the Axis! 00:00:15 From Total Laughs to Total War 00:20:26 Peace and War 00:25:10 Sneak Peak – A History of Violence part 2 The Best Saturdays of Our Li...2020-04-0826 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp# 5 "A Tiny Trend" - part twoEpisode 5: "A Tiny Trend" - part two "The Snorks ripped off the Smurfs!" WRONG!!! These Saturday morning toons have as much daytime litigation between them as Judge Wapner! Oh how happy we'll be living under the sea in part two of A Tiny Trend! Find us on soundcloud, Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms 00:00:14 Green Under the Sea 00:17:56 Jabber on Jabberjaw 00:24:06 Final Thoughts The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast https://soundcloud.com/user-258978940/tracks https://tbsool.com/podcast Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives https://tbsool.com/ The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast https://tbsool.com...2020-04-0125 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastEp# 4 "A Tiny Trend" - part oneEpisode 4: "A Tiny Trend" - part one Hey Brainy! Think you know The Smurfs? In episode four we explore the concepts that became A Tiny Trend and how the smallest of characters became one of the biggest animation hits of all time. It's Smurf-Tastic! Find us on Apple Podcasts, and all podcast platforms 00:00:17 Blue in Belgium 00:23:53 Mark’s Newsletters: A Call To Arms 00:30:38 Next Time! The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast https://soundcloud.com/user-258978940/tracks https://tbsool.com/podcast Mark McCray The Best Saturdays Of Our Lives https://tbsool.com/ The Best Saturdays of Our Lives Podcast https://tb...2020-04-0132 minTHUNDER TALKTHUNDER TALKIssue 18 - 'Tis The Season For Retro Toys!!! 00:02:32 Best Saturday Panel w/ Mark McCray00:04:37 Screaming Soup w/ Dan Fowler00:10:01 An Experts Take w/ Adam Throne00:14:45 What's On OurTube00:28:11 The South Carolina Ghostbusters w/ Jon Pridmore00:33:27 Bitter Banter00:36:46 Reflections - Take 1,2, and 300:48:32 Thunder Talk's Mightiest Avenger00:49:25 501st Carolina Garrison w/ Matthew Cohen00:51:51 "Pixel Dan" Celebrity YouTuber w/ Dan Eardley01:03:38 Cory and the Claw w/ Cory Owens01:11:42 Stream Talk01:25:27 WTLK The Thunder01:29:52 Amazing Collectibles w/ Sean Morse01:36:00 Borderlands Comics...2019-12-232h 19The Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastSword & Sorcery Part 3In the third and final chapter of our Sword & Sorcery saga, we join the resistance with She-Ra Princes of Power! Filmation raises the stakes by taking us from Eternia to Etheria while delivering some of the best storytelling of the genre. We also remember Galtar and the Golden Lance and the end of an animation era. All this plus Mark's Newsletters - Wonder Woman: Diana Prince. 00:00:13 We remember She-Ra! Do you remember Galtar..? 00:20:11 Mark's Newsletters - From Wonder to Prince. 00:28:00 Outro Total Run Time: 29:252019-12-0329 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastSword & Sorcery Part 2"We have the POWER!!! In part 2 of Sword & Sorcery Mark and Dan break down the cultural phenomenon of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe! And break out your dice bags as we roll into Dungeons & Dragons, a show that walked the line between growing conservative trends and children's programming. We also discuss Mark's panel at this year's Retro-Toy Con Greenville where he outlines the history and relationships cultivated by Filmation Studios that brought us He-Man!" 00:00:16 Sword & Sorcery part 2 00:18:57 Retro-Toy Con Greenville 2019 00:30:20 Outro Total Run Time: 00:34:042019-12-0332 minThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives PodcastThe Best Saturdays of our Lives Podcast - Sword and Sorcery"In our inaugural episode, Mark and Dan break down the origins of one of the most successful genres in animated history! We look at the classic literary based origins that inspired over a decade worth of muscle bound sci-fi fantasy hybrid adventures. From lasers to wizards, Thundarr to Blackstar, welcome to part one of Swords & Sorcery!" 00:00:15 Edgar Rice Burroughs, a post-apocalyptic barbarian, and a stranded astronaut walk into a cartoon... 00:24:14 Mark's News Letters - Josie's Musical Pussycat Renaissance 00:27:42 Outro Episode Duration: 00:29:352019-11-2929 minScreenHeatMiamiScreenHeatMiamiEpisode 014 Mark McCray-Animation and Cartoon GuruMark McCray is an award-winning television writer who was instrumental in the launch of the classic Boomerang Network. He has also worked for Cartoon Network as a television programmer and currently works for the network Adult Swim. He lives in Powder Springs, Georgia. Screen Heat Miami Screen Heat Miami (SHM) is hosted by veteran Miami based producers Kevin Sharpley and JL Martinez and each week covers the latest trends in the film, tv, and entertainment industry, including interviews with global and local industry leaders, all told from a "Miami" point of view.2019-11-071h 25The Anime Rest Stop PodcastThe Anime Rest Stop PodcastLiving The Best Saturdays of Our Lives with Mark McCray (Interview)The Rest Stop crew chats with Mark McCray, the author of the book titled The Best Saturdays of Our Lives. We talk about everything from anime, streaming, and what it's like to work behind the scenes at Adult Swim! We really hope you enjoy this episode as much as we had fun recording it! If you're interested in learning more about Mark or would like to buy his book, be sure to visit his website: https://www.thebestsaturdaysofourlives.com/Don't forget to follow us on your favorite platform for podcasts! We appreciate you!2019-10-301h 05THUNDER TALKTHUNDER TALKDragonCon Debriefing - Cybertronic Spree - The Howlin' Roosters00:01:29 DragonCon OMG!!!00:11:28 The Triumphant Return of Mark McCray w/ Tsire Divyn00:18:51 The Vendors Hall w/ Isaac Ray00:21:07 The Joystick Arcade w/ Brian Thompson00:26:25 A Brief History of Rankin/Bass00:31:13 Neon Dog Mommy Dance Party00:34:12 Nerdbliss In The HOUSE! w/ Chris, Tina, and Eric Jones00:38:56 Con Funk00:42:21 The Howlin' Roosters "She Left Town"00:54:09 Jerry Chandler, PWR, and the Loch Ness Horror01:01:10 Line Up!01:06:25 WTLK w/ Sexy Thor01:10:29 These Are The Con-Goers In Your Neighborhood01:24:14...2019-09-302h 25THUNDER TALKTHUNDER TALKTHUNDER TALK - DragonCon Right & Wrong + Adult Swim's Mark McCray00:01:23 - DragonCon Here We Come!00:10:38 - Hydrate, Snack on, and Line Up00:16:50 - DragonCon Wrong w/ JT Wheatley00:20:45 - We're Charmed by Mark McCray00:29:06 - D*Con Scheduling00:32:21 - DragonCon Wrong 200:36:31 - What's On OurTube "The Boys"00:43:11 - D*Con Food and Etiquette00:48:29 - DragonCon Wrong 300:52:54 - Marvel Phase 4 pt. 400:57:08 - Studio D: Missy H2O Waters "Evolution"01:09:17 - D*Con Badge Secrets / Help!01:13:08 - DragonCon Wrong 401:17:15 - Star Mark McCray Trek2019-08-292h 28NerdBlissNerdBlissMark McCray - The Best Saturdays of our LivesWe had the tremendous privilege to talk with Mark McCray. Mark is a senior programming manager at Adult Swim and the author of the book The Best Saturdays of Our Lives. During the 70's, 80's and 90's, Mark wrote a newsletter that provided commentary and reviews on the various shows that were aired on Saturday mornings, which he sent to some of the biggest names in the cartoon world. The book is a collection of the best of those newsletters as well as memoirs and interviews that any fan of Saturday morning cartoons is sure to love.2019-07-061h 35Adult Swim PodcastAdult Swim PodcastMark McCrayAuthor, programming exec and in-house classic cartoon expert Mark McCray talks about Josie and the Pussycats, Fat Albert, Sid and Marty Krofft, and his top five classic cartoons of all time.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2019-06-2041 minDJ Mark EldridgeDJ Mark EldridgeHouse Rocks Vol 718 tracks of full on funkiness. Starting disco and working its way up to full on vocal house goodness. So turn it up, and get those dancing shoes ready. Full Track Listing..... Dr Packer - Just can't take it Mousse T - Cleah - Melodie Shapeshifters & Tini Tinks - Try my love Aretha Franklin Who's Zoomin who Alex lo fara, Sebb Junior - Why don't you Rubb sound system - I'm the one Adel.Be - Funkin 4 Two Majik'd - Always there Funkatron - Celebration ACCAPELLA - Bini & Martini - Rise Kolai Krew, Jask Ft Ron Carroll - Take it back...2019-05-131h 19Black Talent TV\'s Look Who\'s Next PodcastBlack Talent TV's Look Who's Next PodcastKellita Smith Talks What Its Like To Play the Lead on Z Nation The 5th season of the action-horror-comedy-drama post apocalyptic series Z Nation premiered on the SYFY network on October 5; remains to be the networks #1 show. Kellita as former National Guard Lieutenant Roberta Warren, she has survived the zombie apocalypse and leader of the survivor group. The upcoming episode of Z Nation, it is a humorous angel on American history as Doc (Russel Hodgkinson) explains his version of American History to George, Sketchy (Mark Carr) and Skeezy (Doug Dawson) with re-enactments about the Founding Fathers, while Warren (Kellita Smith) and the others go to the bakery that invented bizkits in...2019-03-0229 minRed State Radio PodcastsRed State Radio PodcastsPost-Primary: Ashley McCray & Shay WhiteFollowing an intense and interesting primary election, one of our absolute favorite recurring guests Ashley Nicole McCray, Indigenous activist and academic, joins us Live in the Living Room to discuss her stunning upset in a 4-way election for Corporation Commissioner and the historic implications of her candidacy. Then, at the halfway mark, we bring on Shay White from House District 77 by phone to talk about her rigorous campaign and the missed opportunity to elect a progressive woman of color who represents the values and demographics of north Tulsa.2018-06-2800 minThrowbacks with Derek J. MurphyThrowbacks with Derek J. MurphyCHURCH FOLKS S1 E8 - The Singles Episode (with Mark McCray & Winter Harris) In this episode we discuss the ins and outs, ups and downs of being single in 2017, with speaker, writer, and strategist, Mark Anthony McCray, and multimedia personality Winter Harris. Follow Mark at markanthonymccray.com Follow Winter at winterharris.org Follow Church Folks @churchfolksshow on Facebook and Instagram; or visit us at derekjmurphy.com/churchfolksshow Follow Derek @iamderekjmurphy on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram; or visit derekjmurphy.com Follow Whit as Whit Rosay on Facebook, or @fromme_whitlove on Instagram2017-09-021h 09OutsideVoices with Mark BidwellOutsideVoices with Mark BidwellScrappy Intrapreneur Transforming Customer Experiences with Kyle Nicholas McCray In this episode, Kyle Nicholas McCray, Director of Innovation at American Pacific Mortgage Corporation, joins us to discuss his experience as an intrapreneur and innovator within an established financial business. We cover with Kyle his early career at Apple, his time as an entrepreneur and how that led him to set up Scrappy Labs, an innovation lab within APMC dedicated to exploring new and innovative products and services to revolutionize the relationship between the company and a new generation of homebuyers.  What Was Covered  Why Kyle decided to set up Scrappy Labs and the purpose of an...2017-08-0147 minSide Road USASide Road USASession 109 Mark Kerr's Blue Nation showListen to Mark each Saturday on KCOR bring you some of the best in Indie artist from around the globe! Check out Mark at his home web www.markkerrltd.com Be sure to listen in to all Mark and his "top rated shows".. Playlist Episode 109 updated Saturday April 18, 2009 Jay Jesse Johnson Z Tribe White Lion The Jimmy Zee Band Phantom Blues Band Vince Agwada Truth Gov't Mule Harlan Flo Chris Hicks Band Ramblin Dawgs Blindstone Tom Principato Willie Stradlin Mark Kerr Rossington Collins Band Larry McCray Scott Henderson Guitar Pete Lance Lopez Mr. Big Blindside Bluesband Vasti Jackson2009-04-192h 00Side Road USASide Road USAMark Kerr Blues Nation Show #106Episode 106 updated Saturday March 21, 2009 Mark Kerr's Famous Blues Nation Show rebroadcast.. Check out marks website www.markkerrltd.com and/or find the link to any of the playlist artist there as well. Mark airs weekly on KCOR radio so check them out! Karl Cochran Eric Gales Mark Kerr Pat Travers Ben Robinson RCB Larrry McCray John Earl Walker Bernard Allison King Karma Dave Munkhoff Rufus Huff Kingdom Brothers Wes Jeans Mothers Finest Harlan Flo Montrose The Irene Sage Band Ramblin Dawgs Truth Vince Agwada Glenn Hughes Mr. Big Blindstone Taildragger Guitar Pete Bad Company2009-03-292h 00Side Road USASide Road USAMark Kerrs Blues Nation Show 02/14/09 Episode 103Mark Kerr's Top ranked show re-broadcast. Mark's shows appear each week on KCOR , Saturday afternoons. Stop on in to mark's website and say hello as well as check out the great blues rocker guitarist along with his other great shows. www.markkerrltd.com Episode 103 updated Saturday February 14, 2009 King Karma Guitar Pete Devon Allmans Honey Tribe Scott Henderson Ben Robinson Bernard Allison Blindstone Robert Randolph & The Family Band Ramblin Dawgs Mothers Finest Glenn Hughes Kings X Black Passat Mr. Big Vito Bratta Eric Gales Michael Burks Mark Kerr Paul Gilbert Z Z Top Larry McCray Truth Pat Travers Craig Erickson Dave...2009-02-172h 00Discover the Libray of Best Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, BiblesDiscover the Libray of Best Audiobooks in Religion & Spirituality, BiblesMark Audiobook by Inspired By Media GroupListen to this audiobook in full for free onhttp://hotaudiobook.comTitle: Mark Subtitle: The Bible Experience Author: Inspired By Media Group Narrator: Samuel L. Jackson, Blair Underwood, Cuba Gooding Jr., Eriq LaSalle Format: Unabridged Length: 1 hr and 34 mins Language: English Release date: 12-05-06 Publisher: Zondervan Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 30 votes Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Bibles Publisher's Summary: Like never before, you can experience the beauty, drama, and life-changing power of the Bible. Inspired By... The Bible Experience breaks new ground in the presentation of the Bible. Unique among audio Bible productions, The Bible Experience is a captivating performance of the...2006-12-051h 34