Order of Battle Podcast episode 133 Robert Rust joined Jason, back in early April, to just hang out and chat. It’s always a joy to talk to Rust and he’s incredibly creative with his displays, projects, ideas, and art. Join the conversation and join Jason, Joel, A, and Rust at JoeFest in June! Website: www.orderofbattlepod.com Email: orderofbattlepod@gmail.com Twitter: @orderofbattlepd Instagram: @orderofbattlepod #gijoe...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 132 Paddy Lennon and Brian Hickey join Jason and Alexander to talk about their latest Total Toy Book, currently funded and growing in Kickstarter. This meandering conversation floats all over the place, but keeps coming back to their newest book. Total Star Wars Book: The Palitoy Saga is the tale of Palitoy’s place in the Star Wars saga, the creative team, toys, artwork, and more. Back this book! You know its going to be quality. From Total Action Force vol 1 and ...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 131 After a hiatus, Order of Battle is back. Jason has brought a close friend, Glenn, for this episode. The boys were hanging in Philadelphia back in December. They sat down to talk about PAX Unplugged, R Talsorian, Catalyst, Star Wars, and of course GIJoe. Website: www.orderofbattlepod.com Email: orderofbattlepod@gmail.com Twitter: @orderofbattlepd Instagram: @orderofbattlepod #gijoe...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 130 At Assembly Required 2024, in Des Moines, Iowa, Jason and Josh Blaylock sat down to chat Disavowed. Their conversation went from GIJoe to the comics industry to the 80s and 90s and beyond. But they also focused on Josh’s latest Secret Paramilitary project, Disavowed. Disavowed has a lot of meaning for GIJoe fans, secret government agency fandoms, and for Josh specifically and he’s taking ownership of it in a huge way. He’s creating not just an homage, but a wh...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 129 Alyosha, sometimes known as JE Russell, sat down with Jason to talk about Kickin’ the Chicken: A Toy Horse Story. This is Chicken Fried Toys most recent kickstarter and it’s coming to a close. This run is all about horses, a mule, and a tongue in cheek homage to our favorite 80’s toyline: Cow-Bruh. Also in this line is the face sculpt of Ron Rudat, the figure designer known for creating the Cobra symbol and the first 120+ GIJoe figures from 1982 to 1986 ! The ...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 128 Mark Gerwig (Mark2Design) sat down with Jason to talk about Joelanta 2024. It was the same weekend as the horrendous Hurricane Helene and the boys wanted to chat about the surreal moment of being at a toy show while the South East dealt with the weather. Joelanta is the late summer/fall version of the main Toylanta show, in March. This year was impacted by weather, but the boys still had a great time. Mark2Design: https://www.facebook.com/marktwodesign/ Joelan...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 127 Brian Sauer joins Joel and Jason again! Codename Iowa: Assembly Required 2024 is only a month and a half away. It’s time to get lodging and transportation, purchase GEAR kits and Wordburglar event tickets! The show is over a decade of consistent and constant fun and also, it’s on the rise! This is not a show to be missed. You can grab GEAR kits and early access here, or just show up free on Saturday morning: https://www.codenameiowa.com/ You can also buy ticke...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 126 Tim Dunigan joins Jason once again! This time they chat about Tim’s appearances at JoeFest, in Augusta, GA, and Kentuckiana, in Louisville, KY. These were his first convention appearances since the end of Captain Power and Jason wanted to catch up on his experiences. More stories and laughs from Tim and hopes that we can see him at future events! Tim also keeps an email that’s open to all fans who want to reach out: timothydoneagain@gmail.com so drop him a lin...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 125 Total Toy Books has been working with Rebellion and Hasbro to bring about a series of Treasury Edition Hardcover Battle Action Force comics! It is truly gorgeous and right now there is a pre-order deal getting close to ending that will save 33% off the cover price! Brian Hickey and Jason sit down to chat about Action Force, its ties and separations with GIJoe. The comics, the legacy, the creators, and more. You still have time to pre-order, but if you want it ...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 124 Joel and Jason are back from Kentuckiana 2024! The show was a successful and fun one this summer. But do not forget that Cobra Convergence is still happening through the remainder of July! Cobra Convergence is an annual GIJoe community daily focus on Cobra throughout the month of July. Go to HCC778’s website for the daily schedule of Podcasts, Youtubers, Photographers, and more community members participating in 2024! Cobra Convergence 8 daily schedule: https:...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 123 Cobra Convergence 8 is upon us! This year Greg Engle of Anything Joes and Joel sat down to talk about the Plague within Cobra. It’s a fun conversation of a little known sub-team within our favorite world terrorist organization: COBRA! Cobra Convergence is an annual GIJoe community daily focus on Cobra throughout the month of July. Go to HCC778’s website for the daily schedule of Podcasts, Youtubers, Photographers, and more community members participating in 20...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 122 During JoeFest, Jason sat down with Bob Brechin, lead designer at Palitoy from 12” Action Man all the way through Action Force. He is the Gripping Hand, Roboskull, Skeletron, TriadFighter and so very much more! Paddy Lennon and Brian Hickey joined the conversation making it a return of old friends with the addition of a new friend. The conversation was incredible as it floated from 1919 all the way to the current day. JoeFest was incredible and this made it do...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 121 Tim Dunigan was Captain Power in the 1987 Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future tv show and Davy Crockett in The Magical World of Disney. There are plenty of other credits and places to see Tim throughout the 80’s and 90’s including the A-Team pilot. Jason had the pleasure of sitting down with Tim Dunigan for this episode! Tim is coming to JoeFest in Augusta, GA as well as Kentuckiana, in Louisville, KY. He’ll be selling some personal memorabilia and do...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 120 Joel and Jason sit down to discuss Eagle Force, Skybound’s comics, ARMOR IV, and the summer’s shows. It’s a classic boys rambling through their excitement of GIJoe. Here’s the Episode: Website: www.orderofbattlepod.com Email: orderofbattlepod@gmail.com Twitter: @orderofbattlepd Instagram: @orderofbattlepod #gijoe
Order of Battle Podcast episode 119 A took over, again, for a short but sweet update on his experience as a collector. Importantly, he’s excited for JoeFest so make sure you meet up with Joel, Jason, and A in Augusta, GA ! Here’s the Episode: Website: www.orderofbattlepod.com Email: orderofbattlepod@gmail.com Twitter: @orderofbattlepd Instagram: @orderofbattlepod #gijoe...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 118 Carson Mataxis is back. He last sat down with Jason to talk Operation Recall in episode 68 and the project was new. Now he’s two years in and there’s a lot to discuss! Also, his incredible book, The Art of GIJoe: A Real American Hero Omnibus Hardcover has shipped out. Two insanely large projects to discuss. Get your updates on the book, the Blu-Ray companion, Operation: Recall, JoeFest, and more. This sit down is two friends catching up and celebrating two ama...
Order of Battle Podcast special episode Operation Recall - Joe Goldston with Scrounger and Luna! Last year, Joe and Jason sat down to chat about The Operation Recall characters Scrounger and Luna. Joe has been a part of the behind the scenes team, helping to capture video and audio, and he’s even quite a bit of fan writing and idea pitching for the brand storyline. Joe’s journey is unique and humble, but also as hungry as the other Concept Creators. This is a great conversation and a great figur...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 117 A special episode this week. Jason had the honor of being joined by Andrew Lee Griffith and John Barber. Both of these men have worked on GIJoe, Transformers, Star Wars, and so so so much more. They are currently working on a personal project, SIGNA, a sci-fi story being Kickstarter in conjunction with Pan-Universal Galactic Worldwide (PUGW). Jason is a backer and excited to talk to these comics veterans and so the three sat down. This conversation goes all ov...
Order of Battle Podcast special episode Operation Recall - Cody Ivie and Salty Dawg! Last year, Cody and Jason sat down to chat about The Operation Recall character Salty Dawg. But as this is a Concept Creator conversation, they delve into more than just Dawg. Growing up as a 90’s Joe Kid, the importance and meaning of a Seabee, and moving a lot as a child. This is a great conversation and a great figure. Make sure this figure is on your list when the finally land in hands and back in convention...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 116 Joel is back! It’s a quick catch up between Joel and Jason -- it’s been a while! Website: www.orderofbattlepod.com Email: orderofbattlepod@gmail.com Twitter: @orderofbattlepd Instagram: @orderofbattlepod #gijoe
Order of Battle Podcast episode 115 Brian Hickey and Jason sat down to talk about his recent book design project and just caught up. The meandering conversation weaves in and out of “More News As It's Made” while also covering a range of toy and comic topics. Most exciting of all is that Brian, along with Paddy Lennon, and a whole contingent of Irish collectors are coming to the States for JoeFest 2024! An English contingent will be joining them too! While the Kickstarter has ended, the book can...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 114 Roger Taft and Josh Eggebeen are the dynamic duo behind the After Action Report comic book archive book series. They have been friends of Joel and Jason for years and regularly return to the Order of Battle to talk about projects, history, weird esoteria of GIJoe comics and printed works. Their latest Kickstarter is just a couple days away from ending and three projects are on the boat, heading to all our homes! This conversation is now just a running hang out...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 113 SoCal Joe Show is a GIJoe show held on a Sunday, twice yearly, in May and in December. The 2024 schedule is 19 May and 8 December. Eben Foster, one fourth of the 4 Joe Men, sat down with Jason to discuss the show, the team that extends beyond the originating four, and their intense Show Custom history, philosophy, and schedule. This is a show that spearheads the Best Coast side of our GIJoe community. Plan for the show but stay for the Southern California weat...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 112 ARTICULATED POINTS! Have you been watching the incredible, deep dive toy channel, Articulated Points? If you are not, you are doing yourself, as a toy enthusiast, a disservice. Pat “Not Picard” Stewart and Phil Donnelly, of Joe Declassified, Yo Joe, Full Force, WOJM, and so many other things, sit down with Jason. He just wanted to let them know how much he loves Articulated Points. The conversation spun out of there. Enjoy the conversation and check out Articu...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 111 Chris Scott, of Grindhoused Toys, is stepping up to host and manage the Joe Fest Action FIgure Customizing Class. He brings his experience as a customizer and Paint Master for several toy companies, but he’s not alone. Mark Gerwig, of Mark2Design, is designing and printing the entire custom class kit and Brian Sauer, of Codename Iowa (ARMOR and Assembly Required) is crafting a beautiful Retro Cardback for the custom class. These three all return to Order of Ba...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 110 Home from Winterfest, Joel and Jason chat about o-ring, 4”, going to shows and finding great toys. In Louisville, Joel joined Greg and Jaren in a hotel room episode of Anything Joes. And, after being in Louisville, KY, the boys also sat down with the Podcast from the Pit boys on their YouTube channel. Links below. Join the guys and let them know what shows you’re going to in 2024! Joel on Anything Joes : https://youtu.be/9IqbNmOFCVI Alexander, Joel, and Jason ...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 109 Did you know that this is the Anniversary episode of Order of Battle? Neither did Joel or Jason until part way through their conversation. The boys are working hard, reading comics, and prepping for Winterfest -- and oh yeah, they’ve been doing Order for a handful of years. Happy anniversary and meet up with the boys in Louisville, KY! Website: www.orderofbattlepod.com Email: orderofbattlepod@gmail.com Twitter: @orderofbattlepd Instagram: @orderofbattlepod #gi...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 108 Joel and Jason are back together again. The holidays are over and the boys take a look back at 2023, forward to 2024, and spend a moment being thankful for it all. Remember, this year is the 60th anniversary of GIJoe. Now is the time to hit a show, if for no other reason than that! Shows planned this year: January: Kentuckiana Winterfest March: Toylanta March: Xenia June: JoeFest July: Kentuckiana September: ICCC November: Assembly Required Website: www.ordero...
Order of Battle Podcast episode 107 A quick check in between Jason and Alexander after the Tinsel Glitter and Evergreen Dust of Christmas and the other winter holidays has settled. Here’s the Episode: Website: www.orderofbattlepod.com Email: orderofbattlepod@gmail.com Twitter: @orderofbattlepd Instagram: @orderofbattlepod #gijoe
Order of Battle Podcast episode 106 Jason had the pleasure to sit down with Michael Hill. He was a producer and writer for Sunbow’s GIJoe and Transfomers cartoons. He was also the author of the Special Mission Brazil cassette tape and Claymore character. Michael talks about what a producer’s job was, hanging out with Jack Kirby and Gary Gygax, and in general being a part of the history of our love and passion, GIJoe. He is very giving of his time and the stories he tells are fantastic. Website: ...
