Welcome to the second of a series of Zone 4 Presents episodes talking about the DC New 52 titles, two months in. Brant Fowler is joined by a special guest each episode to talk about a selection of the first two months of DC New 52 titles. In this episode, Brant is joined by John Wilson as the two talk some of DC's more notable titles. (Original Numbering: New 52 - 2 Months In - Episode #3) Titles covered in this episode are: Aquaman #1-2 The Flash #1-2 Green Arrow #1-2 Savage Hawkman #1-2 Teen T...
Dec 05, 2011•49 min•Season 1Ep. 161
Transmissions from Zone 4 is our new series where we break down the worlds of literature, film & television, and comics in three segments! Ron talks about the world of literature in THE LIBRARY. Then Brant talks about comics in TALES FROM THE PANELS. After that, Gordon takes us into film & television in SCREEN INVASION. Finally, we come back together to close out the show. (Original Numbering: Transmissions from Zone 4 #1) Originally presented in radio format on TMVCafe.com www.zone4podc...
Dec 04, 2011•59 min•Season 1Ep. 160
Brant and Ron are joined by reservists Mike Luoma and John Wilson as the four talk Thanksgiving and play Editor-in-Chief of all the major comic publishers. Listen in and see what they would change if they headed up Marvel, DC, Image, IDW, Dark Horse, BOOM!, Dynamite and even Archie! Plus, more webcomic updates, Facebook shout-outs, and a BRAND NEW CONTEST! (Original Numbering: Episode #142) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK EARTHBOUND COMICS www.earthboundcomics.com Transmissions from Zone 4 Debuts December 6...
Dec 03, 2011•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 159
Brant, Ron, Gordon and a very special guest get together to chat all about Fringe! The hit show has just taken it's Fall season break for season 4, and our guest fills us in on some of the things that happened on set for the last episode before the break! Plus, more webcomic updates, Facebook shout-outs, and a VERY SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT! (Original Numbering: Episode #141) Dr. Whoverse Gordon's new Doctor Who themed podcast Sundays LIVE on Internet Radio from 1pm-3pm CST (2pm-4pm EST) octor Who 10...
Nov 25, 2011•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 158
Brant, Ron, Gordon and Reservist Mike Luoma cast some of their favorite novels into films. The catch... the novels had to have comic adaptations already as well! From horror, to fantasy, to crime, they cover it all. Plus, more webcomic updates, Facebook shout-outs, Pyramid and more! (Original Numbering: Episode #140) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK Calendar Komix Anthology http://indyplanet.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=6160 All-Star Pulp Comics #1 http://indyplanet.com/store/product_info.php?produ...
Nov 18, 2011•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 157
Welcome to the second of a series of Zone 4 Presents episodes talking about the DC New 52 titles, two months in. Brant Fowler is joined by a special guest each episode to talk about a selection of the first two months of DC New 52 titles. In this episode, Brant is joined by Andrew Dowdell as the two tackle the Batman family titles. (Original Numbering: New 52 - 2 Months In - Episode #2) Titles covered in this episode are: Batman #1-2 Batman: The Dark Knight #1-2 Batman & Robin #1-2 Batgirl #...
Nov 12, 2011•54 min•Season 1Ep. 156
Brant, Ron, Gordon and Reservist John Wilson talk about mythological characters in comics in honor of the release of Immortals today, and about military comics in honor of Veteran's Day. We also announce the winner of the NAME MY SWORD contest! Plus, more webcomic updates, Facebook shout-outs, and so on and so forth. (Original Numbering: Episode #139) Dr. Whoverse Gordon's new Doctor Who themed podcast Sundays LIVE on Internet Radio from 1pm-3pm CST (2pm-4pm EST) Doctor Who 101 Event - http://do...
Nov 11, 2011•1 hr 33 min•Season 1Ep. 155
Welcome to the first of a series of Zone 4 Presents episodes talking about the DC New 52 titles, two months in. Brant Fowler is joined by a special guest each episode to talk about a selection of the first two months of DC New 52 titles. In this episode, Brant is joined by Decapitated Dan Royer as the two discuss the first couple of issues of some of the dark and mystical titles coming out of the relaunch. (Original Numbering: New 52 - 2 Months In - Episode #1) Titles covered in this episode are...
Nov 07, 2011•36 min•Season 1Ep. 154
Brant, Ron, Gordon and Reservist John Wilson talk about the changeover at Comic Related, Ron's signing, Gordon's events, and a bunch of news, bits and rumors. And they open the show with one more skit. If that wasn't enough, they play a game towards the end of the show as well. It's another chock-full episode of Zone 4 goodness! Plus, more webcomic updates, Facebook shout-outs, and so on and so forth. (Original Numbering: Episode #138) Dr. Whoverse Gordon's new Doctor Who themed podcast Sundays ...
Nov 05, 2011•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 153
Brant, Ron, Gordon and Reservist John Wilson honor Halloween with talk of scary movies, favorite candy, trick-or-treat stories, supernatural television shows, monsters, ghouls, goblins and much more! Plus, more webcomic updates, Facebook shout-outs, and so on and so forth. (Original Numbering: Episode #137) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK www.HalloweenMan.com...
Oct 29, 2011•1 hr 45 min•Season 1Ep. 152
Brant, Ron and Gordon talk about various headlines from recent weeks and news coming out of New York Comic Con 2011, where they broadcast live from... wait... what?! Plus, more webcomic updates, Facebook shout-outs, news on upcoming events and much more. (Original Numbering: Episode #136) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK The Comic Related List www.ComicRelated.com/Listings Heroes Only - Nick Runge & Ron Fortier Dr. Whoverse Gordon's new Doctor Who themed podcast Sundays LIVE on Internet Radio from 1pm-3p...
Oct 21, 2011•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 151
Brant, Ron, Gordon and Reservist Mike Watson continue their talk of the Fall 2011 television season with Terra Nova, Person of Interest, sitcoms and much more. They also talk about past and upcoming films. Plus, more webcomic updates, Facebook shout-outs, and some shout-outs to some special people. (Original Numbering: Episode #135) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK DYNAGIRL www.DynagirlOnline.com Updates Every Tuesday and Thursday www.newyorkcomiccon.com October 13-16, 2011 Whoverse Gordon's new Doctor Who t...
Oct 14, 2011•1 hr 42 min•Season 1Ep. 150
Brant, Ron and Gordon dive into the Fall television season as they discuss returning and new shows they are digging so far, and talk about Summer shows' season enders, and more. From Alphas, to Castle, to Doctor Who, to Person of Interest, to Warehouse 13 and more, they run the gamut. Plus, Gordon makes a special announcement expanding the Zone 4 empire, more shout outs and webcomic updates, and so much more. Mike Watson was not harmed in the recording of this show. (Original Numbering: Episode ...
Oct 07, 2011•1 hr 50 min•Season 1Ep. 149
Brant, Ron and Gordon are joined by reservist Mike Luoma as the four tackle the controversial subject of censorship, with a focus on Banned Books Week, but going beyond that into ratings, film, etc. Plus, updates on Ron's signing, Gordon's Mission Red activities, Mike's new releases, more shout-outs and much, much more! (Original Numbering: Episode #133) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK DYNAGIRL www.DynagirlOnline.com Updates Every Tuesday and Thursday Banned Books Week www.bannedbooksweek.org www.ala.org/al...
Sep 30, 2011•1 hr 45 min•Season 1Ep. 148
Brant, Ron and Gordon carry on without a fourth as John Wilson couldn't join them due to computer problems. But the three talk about a variety of topics, from Gordon's Red Cross efforts, to the effects of comics as social magnets, to movies, events, plugs, bacon and much, much more. Plus, we give updates on the "Name Brant's Sword" contest, we give an update on the webcomic, and some very creative shout-outs to our faithful Zone 4 Legionnaires! (Original Numbering: Episode #132) SPONSOR OF THE W...
Sep 23, 2011•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 147
Brant, Ron and Gordon carry on without a fourth as Brant's trip to Champion City Comic Con and the planned live show didn't work out. The three have a great show anyway, talking various things, such as the DC relaunch, including the positive reactions to Action Comics #1, Ron's latest comic news, movie talk, audio books and much more. Plus, we list the first entries we've received for the "Name Brant's Sword" contest, we give an update on the webcomic, and some very creative shout-outs to our fa...
Sep 16, 2011•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 146
Brant returns to the fold as he, Ron and Gordon are joined by reservist Bill Gladman this week. The four take on a comic and related media smorgasbord talking various topics from audio books, to comics, to the new Justice League #1, to TV shows, to movies and much, much more! Plus, we announce a contest related to the Zone 4 webcomic, read our first fan letter about the comic from a well known source, give more shout-outs to our Facebook fans, and talk about 2012 movies. (Original Numbering: Epi...
Sep 10, 2011•2 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 145
Welcome to the fourth and final edition of Flashpoint Files, presented to you by Zone 4. Brant Fowler is joined by Andrew Dowdell (From the Hall of Justice) as the two discuss the ins and outs of DC's Flashpoint event for its entirety. In this episode, Brant and Andrew recap the last five weeks of Flashpoint titles as it reached its conclusion, ushering in the rebooted DCU, and give their thoughts on the event as a whole. (Original Numbering: Zone 4 Presents Flashpoint Files - Episode #4) Covere...
Sep 07, 2011•1 hr 49 min•Season 1Ep. 144
Ron and Gordon are joined by Zone 4 Reservist Chuck Kennedy and special guest Dirk Manning as the four discuss Dirk's various projects, appearances and much, much more. Learn about bacon flavored gumballs, exclusive information and more. Plus, we announce the launch date of the Zone 4 webcomic, and Dirk and Chuck offer something special to the Zone 4 Facebook Legionnaires! (Original Numbering: Episode #129) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK Champion City Comic Con 2011 Contact to Donate Auction Items Septembe...
Sep 03, 2011•1 hr 45 min•Season 1Ep. 143
Ron and Gordon are joined by Zone 4 Reservist Mike Luoma and special guest Chuck Moore filling in for Brant this week. The four discuss the merits of both single issues stories and story arcs, and which, if either, is better for comics. Plus, Mike gives an update on his upcoming convention appearances, Gordon talks about his professional services, and Ron and Chuck fill us in on their lives as well. There are also more updates on the comic and more Legionnaire shout-outs! (Original Numbering: Ep...
Aug 26, 2011•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 142
Ron and Gordon are joined by Zone 4 Reservist Frank Raynor and special guest Eric Ratcliffe filling in for Brant this week. The four discuss the merits of both writing and art, and whether one is more important than the other in the comic process. Plus, Gordon shares his experience from Wizard World Chicago Comic Con. There are also more updates on the comic, avatars, and more Legionaire shout-outs! (Original Numbering: Episode #141) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK Champion City Comic Con 2011 September 10,...
Aug 19, 2011•1 hr 25 min•Season 1Ep. 141
Brant, Ron and Gordon are joined by Zone 4 reserve Bill Gladman as the four give a complete, spoiler-filled review of the latest Marvel Studios film, Captain America: The First Avenger! It's a fun-filled episode with a few sidetracks. If you haven't seen the film, we highly recommend you checking it out before listening to this episode. Plus, Ron gives us a brief report on PulpFest 2011, and we introduce a new segment to Zone 4! And if that wasn't enough, we give an update on the Zone 4 webcomic...
Aug 13, 2011•1 hr 56 min•Season 1Ep. 140
Brant and Gordon are joined by Zone 4 reserves Bill Gladman and Mike Luoma as the four discuss their favorite villains in comics and other media, and why. From Joker, to Darkseid, to Boss Hogg (say what?)! Plus, the new format change and all the new reserves (which we affecitonately call the 'Magnificent Seven') are explained as the show moves forward. And if that wasn't enough, we give an update on the Zone 4 webcomic, the first strip of which you can see colored (by the wonderful Lisa Moore) d...
Aug 05, 2011•1 hr 40 min•Season 1Ep. 139
Everything You Know Will Change in a Flash... Welcome to the third edition of Flashpoint Files, presented to you by Zone 4. Brant Fowler is joined by Andrew Dowdell (From the Hall of Justice) as the two discuss the ins and outs of DC's Flashpoint event in a bi-weekly discussion. In this episode, Brant and Andrew recap the past couple of weeks of Flashpoint titles, and take a look at where the event is now and what their thoughts are on the event as a whole. (Original Numbering: Zone 4 Presents: ...
Aug 03, 2011•39 min•Season 1Ep. 138
It's another format change as Brant, Ron and Gordon announce that some familiar voices are returning to the Zone! But first, it's a special outtakes up front segment to kick off the show as Ron shares his thoughts on Pulp Fiction, the movie and the medium. After that, the three are joined by one of the new official Zone 4 Reserves, Mr. John Wilson! John makes his triumphant return to the Zone as the four discuss all the news coming out of San Diego Comic-Con. And if that wasn't enough, the guys ...
Jul 29, 2011•1 hr 52 min•Season 1Ep. 137
Brant, Gordon and Ron return and start out talking about their weeks, including updates on projects they worked on, news on the Zone 4 comic and Gordon's avatar and so forth. We also learn just why Jennifer "J-Lo" Lopez and Mark Anthony are splitting up, and it has something to do with our own bringer-back of the sexy, Mr. Dymowski. Then, they are joined by a very special guest in the one, the only, creator of The Badger, Mike Baron! Mike talks to the guys about his career in comics, his life no...
Jul 22, 2011•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 136
Welcome to the second edition of Flashpoint Files, presented to you by Zone 4. Brant Fowler is joined by Andrew Dowdell (From the Hall of Justice) as the two discuss the ins and outs of DC's Flashpoint event in a bi-weekly discussion. In this episode, Brant and Andrew recap the past couple of weeks of Flashpoint titles, including many #2 issues, and take a look at where the event is now and what their thoughts are on the event as a whole. (Original Numbering: Zone 4 Presents Flashpoint Files - E...
Jul 21, 2011•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 135
Brant, Captain Ron and Gordon are joined by theis special guest, C. Eric Banister, organizer of the first ever Derby City Comic Con, coming to Louisville, KY on July 16th. The four discuss Marvel's new digital initiative with the recently trademarked BLIP, and talk briefly about the return of First Comics, which leads in to next week's episode! Then, for the main topic, the guys talk about planning a convention as Eric shares his experiences on putting togethery Derby City Comic Con. Plus, Brant...
Jul 15, 2011•1 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 134
Brant, Captain Ron and Gordon are joined by theis special guest, Eric Ratcliffe, co-creator of New comic Day, and host of the Why I Love Comics podcast, as the four discuss independent comics. That's right, it's "Independents" Day in the Zone! The crew discusses the importance and history of indie comics, what comics first got them into indies, and what indie titles they enjoy now, and so much more! Plus, Eric talks about New Comic Day and the recent big announcement from Bill Gladman. (Original...
Jul 08, 2011•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 133
Welcome to the first edition of Flashpoint Files, presented to you by Zone 4. Brant Fowler is joined by Andrew Dowdell (From the Hall of Justice) as the two discuss the ins and outs of DC's Flashpoint event in a bi-weekly discussion. In this episode, Brant and Andrew recap what has gone on before and talk about their favorite and least favorite of the tie-ins, what points about this alternate universe stand out and intrigue them, and just where they think it's all headed. (Original Numbering: Zo...
Jul 05, 2011•53 min•Season 1Ep. 132
