The (sort of) original crew of Zone 4 returns! (Hey, John joined very early on after Jason!) This week, it's Brant, John, Chuck K. and Cary! We discuss several the rumored DC movies in depth, as well as Marvel's Time Runs Out event, Superior Spider-Man, Spider-Verse and more, the New 52, X-Men: Days of Future Past, and more amidst many technical difficulties - just like a classic episode of Zone 4! There's also an audio spot from Comic Geek Speak about a very special run they are doing to raise ...
Jun 14, 2014•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 320
Brant and I talk about all the news that came out of C2E2 this week. Our thoughts on a few comics that came out this past week. Sadly no Zone 4 segment this week. Then Brant and I conclude with the Weekly Rundown of comics coming out the week of May 7th, 2014. *Apologies in advance, I was very tired this week due to a REALLY busy schedule and Brant was really awesome and came on the show to help keep me going so I didn't fall asleep mid-cast. Alos, we had a lot of great conversations, and great ...
Jun 13, 2014•2 hr 4 min
The crew returns to discuss the first four issues (including #0) of Marvel's Original Sin! This week, it's Brant and John. We discuss several Marvel headlines to kick off the show, including movie news and shake-ups in the Marvel offices. For Topic Time, we dive into Original Sin #0-3 in depth. SPOILER WARNING! We spoil the heck out of them! Finally, we wrap things up with some announcements and closing. (Original Numbering: Episode #272) Sponsors of the Week Derby City Comic Con Facebook.com/Si...
Jun 06, 2014•2 hr•Season 1Ep. 319
The crew returns to to talk news, news, and more news! This week, it's Brant, John, Chris & Mike Ventura. We discuss several headlines, including Graphicly closing, the New 52 Helena Bertinelli, Edgar Wright leaving Ant-Man and much more. For Topic Time, we talk about Star Wars: Rebel Heist #2, Doctor Spektor: Master of the Occult #1, and Trees #1. Finally, we wrap things up with some announcements and closing. (Original Numbering: Episode #271) This Week's Links and Topics Edgar Wright Leav...
May 31, 2014•1 hr 56 min•Season 1Ep. 318
In this episode I talk about The TMNT movie coming out at the end of this summer, you all wanted to hear my uncensored opinion on it well now you’ll have it. My thoughts on DC’s 3rd weekly series “Worlds End” and the Batman: Assault on Arkham trailer. Then on to the Comic Spotlight, where I talk about the best and worst books from the week of April 16th. Brant and Chuck from Zone 4 Talk C2E2. Brant and I Talk DC and Marvel Solicitations for July 2014. Then Brant and I conclude the show with the ...
May 29, 2014•1 hr 53 min
The crew returns to to talk news, news, and more news! This week, it's Brant, John, Ron, Frank. First up, Ron fills us in on his trip to New Hampshire, and Frank regales about his birthday. Then we discuss some headlines, including Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice, the new Guardians of the Galaxy trailer, Zenescope's Grimm Fairy Tales reaching issue #100, and more. For Topic Time, the guys finally discuss the season finale of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., the season in its entirety, and the implic...
May 24, 2014•2 hr•Season 1Ep. 317
The crew returns to to talk news, news, and more news! This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon, Chris. First up, John recaps us on the River City Comic Expo, and makes an announcement about Queen City's newest convention. Then it's a headline edition as the guys discuss the Flash trailers, Alien Nation, Transformers, Agents of SHIELD, Arrow, New 52 Superman, Original Sin, Star Wars, and much more! Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements, closing (in George Takei speech), and outtake...
May 16, 2014•2 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 316
The crew returns to to talk news, comics, conventions and more! This week, it's Brant, Gordon, Mike and Ron. First up, we share Free Comic Book Day stories. Then we cover some news items, like the Gotham trailer, Star Wars rumors, and Bill Finger's family's beef with DC. Next up is Topic Time, as we review the first two issues of Bryan Hitch's REAL HEROES. Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #268) Sponsors of the Week audibletrial.com/zone4podca...
May 09, 2014•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 315
The crew returns to to talk news, comics, conventions and more! This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon and Ron. First up, it's a report from C2E2 and the Windy City Pulp & Paper Show. Then we cover some news items, like the Justice League movie, Marvel's 100th Anniversary, Star Wars news and more. Next up is Topic Time, as we review two new #1 issues, with Star Wars: Rebel Heist #1 from Dark Horse, and Rai #1 from Valiant. Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements. (Original Numb...
May 03, 2014•1 hr 49 min•Season 1Ep. 314
The crew returns to discuss Son of Batman, Superman/Batman casting and C2E2. This week, it's Brant, John, Chris and Chuck. Plus, new Facebook Shout-Outs! Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #266) Sponsors of the Week audibletrial.com/zone4podcast c2e2.com If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us . If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here . This Week's Links and Topics Ray F...
Apr 26, 2014•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 313
The first episode has landed! In this episode I (Chris Ventura) introduce the podcast, segments, and things to expect on here. Comic Talk: Batman 75th V.S Superman 75th Grayson, Multiversity, Robin Rising: Omega Toy Zone: Wally West DC Signature Series Figure from Matty Collector 3D Wall Decal Lights by ShirtShak Inc. KirinHobby.com Comic Spotlight: Batman Eternal GodStorm:Hercules Payne #1 Outside The Pages: Preparing for the podcast/randomness Zone 4 Segment Brant introduces Zone 4 and talks a...
Apr 19, 2014•1 hr 32 min
The crew returns to discuss Captain America: The Winter Soldier and the latest episodes of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. This week, it's Brant, Gordon, Frank and Ron. Plus, we FINALLY dispell the rumors that Gordon and Frank are the same person! We open up the show with a special treat, that most of the cast doesn't even know about. There's also a special Shout-Out to one of our loyal legionnaires for a new addition to his family. Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements. (Original Numb...
Apr 19, 2014•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 312
Welcome back to the Hall of Toys! Brant, Chris and Lisa are back with an extended version from the Zone 4 segment last week! First up, it's Toy Talk, ranging from Disney Princesses, to Ghostbusters, to Pacific Rim, to Marvel Comics and everything in between. Then it's Game Gab, as Lisa fills us in on what game she's been playing recently, we talk Mario Kart 8 for the Wii U, and more. Next, it's a short version of Table Top Talk as we discuss Adventure Time: Card Wars, the DC Deck Building Game a...
Apr 16, 2014•1 hr 31 min
The crew returns with the extra-special, extra-long 5-Year Anniversary Episode! This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon and Ron. We have a HUGE show this week. First, the guys open with a skit. Next, we do our usual opening and headlines, followed by TWO Topic Time segments, reviewing Starlight #2 and Flash Gordon #1! Then, we have sample audio from upcoming episodes of Hall of Toys and the RaynMan Power Hour! There's also Facebook Shout-Outs, and guest audio clips to round out the show! Finally, th...
Apr 12, 2014•3 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 311
The crew returns with another episode of your favorite Friday Night Delight! This week, it's Brant, John, Cary and Frank. We discuss, in a loose format, several news stories and go off on tangents of the X-Men film and so forth. Then we dive into Topic Time talking about our favorite comic films in the past 14 years (though the guys never seem to keep it in that time frame!). Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #263) Sponsors of the Week audible...
Apr 04, 2014•1 hr 34 min•Season 1Ep. 310
An important update about the massive, celebratory 5-Year Anniversary episode of Zone 4, which will now air on April 11th!
Apr 01, 2014•4 min
The crew returns with another episode of your favorite Friday Night Delight! This week, it's Brant, John, Chuck and Frank We discuss, in a loose format, the Marvel Studios: Assembling a Universe special, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., and more Marvel movie goodness! There's even some brief talk about the cinematic DC Universe toward the end. Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #262) Sponsors of the Week audibletrial...
Mar 28, 2014•1 hr 46 min•Season 1Ep. 309
The crew returns with another episode of your favorite Friday Night Delight! This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon and Chris. First up, the guys discuss some headlines, including the new Amazing Spider-Man trailer, DC buying Dynamite?, The Walking Dead, Incredibles, Powers, and more. Then, for Topic Time, it's all about Marvel's Original Sin event this summer, and Marvel events in general. Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #261) Sponsors of the ...
Mar 22, 2014•1 hr 41 min•Season 1Ep. 308
The crew returns with another episode of your favorite Friday Night Delight! This week, it's Brant, John, Mike and Chris. First up, the guys discuss the latest episode of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., as well as implications of past episodes and upcoming episodes. We talk about a few news items here and there in a loose fashion before heading into our topic for the week... Guardians of the Galaxy! Mike, our Cosmic Marvel afficianado takes us on a journey through the history of the team in the comics, ...
Mar 14, 2014•1 hr 36 min•Season 1Ep. 307
The first episode of Zone 4's weekly Top 5. This week, I rank my Top 5 from books released on March 5, 2014. What made the cut? www.zone4podcast.com (Original Numbering: Zone 4's Top 5 #8: Week of Mar. 5 2014)
Mar 11, 2014•19 min•Season 1Ep. 306
The crew returns with another episode of your favorite Friday Night Delight! First up, the guys discuss the latest episode of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Then, as they go into headlines, they talk about Image Publisher Eric Stephenson's speech at the ComicsPro Retailer gathering, which sidetracks into a great discussion on gimmicks and the industry as a whole. From there, it's more headlines, including castings, trailers and other comic news. For Topic Time, the guys review two new #1 issues in Mark ...
Mar 08, 2014•2 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 305
The first episode of Zone 4's weekly Top 5. This week, I rank my Top 5 from books released on February 26, 2014. What made the cut? www.zone4podcast.com (Original Numbering: Zone 4's Top 5 #7: Week of Feb. 26, 2014)
Mar 07, 2014•19 min•Season 1Ep. 304
The crew returns to discuss con etiquette, which turns into more of a list of don'ts. But before they get to that, there's an update on Denver Comic Con, Heroes returning, Rocket Raccoon's comic series, Big Trouble in Little China, Constantine, Star Wars, True Detective, Farscape, and much, much more! And, this week we have a new Facebook Shout-Out! Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #258) Sponsor of the Week audibletrial.com/zone4podcast If yo...
Mar 01, 2014•1 hr 45 min•Season 1Ep. 303
The first episode of Zone 4's weekly Top 5. This week, I rank my Top 5 from books released on February 19, 2014. What made the cut? www.zone4podcast.com (Original Numbering: Zone 4's Top 5 #6: Week of Feb. 19, 2014)
Feb 26, 2014•19 min•Season 1Ep. 302
The crew returns to discuss the latest issue of Mark Waid's Green Hornet! But before that, they tackle several headlines, from trailers, to casting news, to graphic novels, to the Denver Comic Con rumblings and more. And, this week we have a new Facebook Shout-Out! Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #257) Sponsor of the Week audibletrial.com/zone4podcast If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us . If you'd ...
Feb 21, 2014•1 hr 55 min•Season 1Ep. 301
The first episode of Zone 4's weekly Top 5. This week, I rank my Top 5 from books released on February 12, 2014. What made the cut? www.zone4podcast.com (Original Numbering: Zone 4's Top 5 #5: Week of Feb. 12, 2014)
Feb 18, 2014•11 min•Season 1Ep. 300
Chuck Moore makes his re-debut on the show, with John, Brant and guest Bill Gladman, for a special Valentine's Day episode! We dive into some Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. talk, followed by a few headlines and Game of Thrones discussion, before we take on the topic of the week: Love in Comics! We discuss everything from favorite and least favorite couples, to secret comic book crushes, to how comics have affected our own personal romantic lives! Finally, the guys wrap things up with some announcements....
Feb 14, 2014•2 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 299
The first episode of Zone 4's weekly Top 5. This week, I rank my Top 5 from books released on February 5, 2014. What made the cut? www.zone4podcast.com (Original Numbering: Zone 4's Top 5 #4: Week of Feb. 5, 2014)
Feb 11, 2014•12 min•Season 1Ep. 298
It's "New Classic" as Cary Kelley and Frank Raynor make their official debut as full co-hosts along with John and Brant. Technical issues abound, just like classic Zone 4, and hilarity ensues. It's a touch of RaynMan, free-flowing classic Zone 4, and our usual brand of insanity! We discuss the Superbowl commercials, including the trailers for Amazing Spider-Man 2, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, and Transformers: Age of Extinction. And we break down a couple of lists we came across ranking ...
Feb 08, 2014•2 hr 22 min•Season 1Ep. 297
Welcome back to the Hall of Toys! Brant and Chris are back with special guest Dan Sehn for a speciall All-Toy-Talk episode in celebration of our 15th episode! First up, it's Toy Talk, we talk about everything from WWE, to Power Rangers, to Marvel Legends, to DC Direct, to Minecraft, to Mego, to Star Wars... you name it! Then we all three have an And... Action Figure pick before closing out the show. And an added note: New episodes of Hall of Toys, starting with this one, will also air on Comic F...
Feb 04, 2014•1 hr 44 min
