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Zone 4

Brant Fowlerwww.comicrelated.com
Zone 4 is a weekly show brought to you by Brant Fowler, Cary Kelly, Chuck Kennedy and Jason Berek-Lewis. Friends for years, they share comic reviews, in depth discussion and all around good, fun conversation focused on the world of comics. Enter the Zone!
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Episodes

Zone 4 #346: Faster Than a Speeding Arrow

This week, the cast is light again due to some illness, but Brant and Ron hold down the fort. It's an all Headlines Topic Time, as they discuss television and film news in the world of comics and related media! From the Terminator trailer, to the casting of Suicide Squad, to the Flash/Arrow crossover, and much more, it's all about multimedia. Then it's announcements before they close the show. (Original Numbering: Episode #298) If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, ...

Dec 06, 20141 hr 20 minSeason 1Ep. 346

Zone 4 #345: Please Pass the Gravy

This week, the cast is light due to holiday festivities and illness, so Brant and Chris chat for a while. First, they talk about Thanksgiving, and some random chit-chat. Then, it's on to the news, talking the Jurassic World and Star Wars VII trailers, sequel news, Convergence week 3, and more. For Topic Time, they discuss a list of the Top 15 Lamest Superheroes in Comics (aka Biggest Turkeys), which they have some issues with. To close out the show, they go to announcements before sidetracking i...

Nov 29, 20141 hr 48 minSeason 1Ep. 345

Zone 4 #344: Exploding with Dynamite!

This week, the regular cast of Brant, John, Gordon and Ron return with some explosive new #1 issues from Dynamite Entertainment! First up, they talk a little about Flash, Arrow and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Then, it's on to the news as they discuss TV, film, and comic happening.s Finally, in Topic Time, they review two new #1 issues from Dynamite with The Lone Ranger: Vindicated #1 and John Carter: Warlord of Mars #1! And then they close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode...

Nov 22, 20141 hr 7 minSeason 1Ep. 344

Zone 4 #343: Converging Under the Dome

This week, it's a Zone 4 Classic as Cary Kelley and Chuck Kennedy return! They join Brant and John as they look at Convergence, Secret Wars, Flash, Gotham, Comics Journalism, and more! Not to mention James Franco naked at Chuck's house... Plus, the moratorium on Nicolas Cage and horse movies being banned from Zone 4 is lifted. And then they close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #295) Look for a special extra episode featuring the Silver Age cast in the upcoming week...

Nov 15, 20141 hr 16 minSeason 1Ep. 343

Zone 4 #342: Just Call it a Crisis

This week, Brant, John, Gordon and Ron return for a free-form episode, talking about Marvel and DC's new events, Secret Wars and Convergence respectively, monsters in comics, the 6 Billion Dollar Man film, comics, TV, and more! And then they close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #294) 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 . You can now find Zone 4 o...

Nov 08, 20141 hr 37 minSeason 1Ep. 342

Zone 4 #341: The Way We Were

This week, Brant, John, Gordon and Ron return for our old-time Halloween special! First up, enjoy the Zone 4 Players as we present a classic lost radio show episode of Zone 4! Then it's on to headlines for a loose-form topic time, talking about Marvel's film slate, Supergirl and Krypton shows, Constantine, and more! And then theyclose out the show with announcements, including updates on the 300th episode in December! (Original Numbering: Episode #293) If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone...

Nov 01, 20141 hr 34 minSeason 1Ep. 341

Zone 4 #340: The Walking Dead, Season 5

Brant is once again joined by "The Mayor" Don Johnston, and Brandon "Brando" Barrows to talk The Walking Dead! Season 5 has three episodes under its belt and The Hunters story arc has just wrapped. The guys discuss the season so far, what they liked and didn't like, and speculation for the next arc and future of the series! So pull up a chair, get in the spirit of the season, and have some zombie fun with Zone 4! (Original Numbering: Zone 4 Xtra: Walking Dead, Season 5) www.amctv.com/shows/the-w...

Oct 30, 201439 minSeason 1Ep. 340

Hall of Toys #20: End of an Era

Welcome back to the Hall of Toys! Brant and Chris return with the final full-format edition of Hall of Toys before the show takes its next evolution. First up, we make some more announcements about the future of HoT and talk a bit about Frontline Gaming Zone ! Then, it's Toy Talk, with Transformers, Halo, Final Fantasy, Ghostbusters, and more! Next, it's the final Game Gab as we discuss Super Smash Bros., Sunset Overdrive, Xbox One price slash, retro games, and more! After that, it's Table Top T...

Oct 28, 20141 hr 56 min

Hall of Toys #19: NYCC 2014 Toys

Welcome back to the Hall of Toys! Brant and Chris return to talk about the toy news from New York Comic Con and more. First up, we make some announcements about the future of HoT and talk a bit about Frontline Gaming Zone ! Then, it's Toy Talk, with Mortal Kombat, Aliens, Planet of the Apes, DC, Marvel, Yu-Gi-Oh, and more. After that, it's Table Top Talk with a few card and board games. Finally, we close out the show with a quick And Action Figure on the fly and some announcements. And don't for...

Oct 26, 20141 hr 13 min

Zone 4 #339: No Strings On Me

This week, Brant, John, Chris and Ron tackle some news and a couple of comic reviews. First up, the guys catch up on some comic related TV with Gotham, Flash, Arrow and Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and talk about some news surrounding those shows. Then it's on to some other film, TV and comic headlines, including Vertigo, the Age of Ultron trailer, Attilan Rising, and more. For Topic Time, the guys cover two new #1 issues in Sleepy Hollow #1 from BOOM! Studios and Birthright #1 from Image Comics. And ...

Oct 25, 20142 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 339

Zone 4 #338: NYCC: Flawless Victory

This week, Brant, John, Gordon and Ron talk about a bunch of news coming straight out of (and after) New York Comic Con 2014. We talk about DC's film slate, Resident Evil and Underworld coming to TV, Civil War returning in comic and movie form, Powers, Daredevil, Top Cow's Talent Hunt, Mortal Kombat, and much more! And we close out the show with announcements as usual. (Original Numbering: Episode #291) If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us . If you'd li...

Oct 18, 20141 hr 41 minSeason 1Ep. 338

Zone 4 #337: Holmes vs. Houdini

This week, Brant, John, Gordon and Ron dive into talk about Gotham and Arrow, before shifting gears to comic book and film headlines. After that, Ron bids us farewell as the rest take a look at Dynamite's "Sherlock Holmes vs. Harry Houdini" #1. And we close out the show with announcements as usual. (Original Numbering: Episode #290) 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 . You ca...

Oct 11, 20141 hr 43 minSeason 1Ep. 337

Zone 4 #336: Hush, Little Batsy

This week, Brant, John, and Chuck Moore talk about Comic Related's 10-Year Anniversary, chat about some comic related television, catch up on comics from Marvel, DC and indies, and much more! It's a free-flowing format this week. For our YouTube listeners, there is a special section added on the Comic Frontline version of the show asking you all a question, so be sure to tune in! And we close out the show with announcements as usual. (Original Numbering: Episode #289) If you'd like to sponsor an...

Oct 03, 20141 hr 52 minSeason 1Ep. 336

Hall of Toys #18: Darth Vader Toast

Welcome back to the Hall of Toys! Brant and Chris return to talk about the latest toy preorders, video game news and releases & more! First up, we make some announcements about the future of HoT and talk a bit about Frontline Gaming Zone ! Then, it's Toy Talk, with Darth Vader toast! Plus TMNT, Guardians of the Galaxy, weird Batman statues & more. Next, it's Game Gab, as we discuss Destiny, Halloween plans, and more. After that, it's Table Top Talk with a few card game updates. And of co...

Oct 01, 20141 hr 15 min

Zone 4 #335: Gotham & Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.

This week, Brant, John, Gordon and Ron discuss new and returning series this season. Two episodes of new show Forever have aired, we discuss the second one. Then it's onto some film and television related headlines. After that, we each talk about a recent comic we have been reading. Finally, it's Topic Time as we discuss the series premiere of Gotham and the season 2 premiere of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. ! And we close out the show with announcements as usual. (Original Numbering: Episode #288) If ...

Sep 26, 20141 hr 33 minSeason 1Ep. 335

Zone 4 #334: Deadpool, Titans & Machinima, Oh My!

This week, Brant, John, Gordon and Ron take to the news and do a headlines-centric episode, mostly focusing on TV and Film. A Deadpool film? A Titans drama? JLA goes to Machinima? And much more! Then Ron and Brant discuss the pilot of new Ioan Gruffudd vehicle, Forever , that debuts on Monday and Tuesday. After that, Gordon, Ron and Brant discuss which comics they are enjoying these days. And we close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #287) If you'd like to sponsor an...

Sep 19, 20141 hr 9 minSeason 1Ep. 334

Zone 4 #333: "Oldboy Was a Comic?"

The crew returns with comic, television and movie news, and more! This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon and Ron! We talk about some headlines to start off, like Spider-Man becoming a guidance counselor at the Jean Grey School, rumors about the Venom and Sinister Six movies, and more. Then, we continue from episode #283's 40 Movies Based on Comics discussion with the final 20! And we close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #286) If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zon...

Sep 12, 20141 hr 55 minSeason 1Ep. 333

Zone 4 #332: Mirages, Cloaks & Shadows

The crew returns with comic reviews, news, and more! This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon and Ron! We talk about some headlines to start off, like The Rock playing Black Adam, Greatest American Hero being revived, a new Power Girl and more. Then, we review a couple of books in The Death-Defying Dr. Mirage #1 from Valiant, Cloaks #1 from BOOM! Studios, Grendel/The Shadow #1 from Dark Horse, and Wayward #1 from Image. And we close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #285) ...

Sep 06, 20141 hr 38 minSeason 1Ep. 332

Zone 4 #331: Dirk Manning Returns!

The crew returns with special guest Dirk Manning! This week, it's Brant, John, Chuck Kennedy and Dirk Manning! This week is all Topic Time as Dirk Manning stops by to talk about his latest book, The Tales of Mr. Rhee: Karmageddon, which releases in a couple of weeks! There are many tangents and sidetracks, a calling out of Victor Dandridge, and more fun in this packed episode! So hide your faces and get ready! And we close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #284) If yo...

Aug 30, 20141 hr 14 minSeason 1Ep. 331

Zone 4 #330: Movies Based on Comics

The crew returns to discuss 20 movies that you might not know were based on comics. This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon, Ron. To kick things off, Gordon and Ron share their thoughts on Guardians of the Galaxy. Then, we discuss Don Pardo and various headlines ranging from film, to TV, to comics. For Topic Time, we talk about 40 movies (but we only get to 20) that you may or may not know were based on comic books, with some added stories and discussion on the movies themselves. And we close out th...

Aug 23, 20142 hr 10 minSeason 1Ep. 330

Zone 4 #329: Guardians of the Galaxy Review

The crew returns to discuss a movie and a movie career. This week, it's Brant, John, Chuck M. and Mike L. We all reminisce about the life and career of Robin Williams to start things off. That leads into Lauren Bacall and other sidetracks. For Topic Time, we finally discuss the Guardians of the Galaxy movie, implications for sequels, and news about the future of that property. And we close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #282) If you'd like to sponsor an episode of ...

Aug 16, 20141 hr 59 minSeason 1Ep. 329

Zone 4 #328: Grimm, Star Wars & More

aka, Gardners of the Galaxy... The crew returns to discuss four new comics, headlines and more. This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon & Chris Things get kicked off with some banter and some headlines, ranging from comics, to film to cereal! Then we have a brand new Facebook Shout-Out. For Topic Time, we discuss four new titles, with Star Wars: Rebel Heist #4, Terminal Hero #1, Deep Gravity #1, and Grimm Fairy Tales #101. And we close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episod...

Aug 08, 20141 hr 42 minSeason 1Ep. 328

Zone 4 #327: San Diego Comic-Con 2014!

The crew returns to discuss more San Diego Comic-Con news! This week, it's Brant, John, Chris & Mike Ventura. It's an all San Diego Comic-Con news discussion as we talk about all the stories out of Comic-Con that we found interesting. From Marvel, to DC, to IDW, Legendary, to CW, to wrestling and much more! And we close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #280) If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us . If you'd like to donate ...

Aug 01, 20142 hr 12 minSeason 1Ep. 327

Zone 4 #326: SDCC & I.V. Frost

The crew returns to discuss San Diego Comic-Con news and Ron's new comic book. This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon & Ron First up, we go over some of the news that had been released from San Diego Comic-Con as of recording time, including news from Marvel, Dynamite, in film, television, etc. For Topic Time, we discuss Ron's brand new comic book, I.V. Frost, Scientific Detective, the first full-color comic from Redbud Studios. And we close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering:...

Jul 26, 20141 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 326

Hall of Toys #17: Transformers, SDCC & E3, Oh My!

Welcome back to the Hall of Toys! Brant and Chris return to talk Transformers, E3, SDCC, tabletop, and more! First up, it's Toy Talk, with Chris' latest Transformers purchases, plus Sharknado, and some SDCC exclusives from Toys R Us and Mattel. Then it's Game Gab, as we FINALLY talk about all the cool games coming out of E3 2014. Next, it's Table Top Talk as we discuss the latest games on Kickstarter and more. And finally, we close out the show, or at least try to. There will be an outtakes show...

Jul 22, 20141 hr 58 min

Zone 4 #325: Avengers NOW!

The crew returns to discuss the latest shake-ups in the Avengers. This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon & Ron First up, we pause for the audio spot from Comic Geek Speak about a special run they are doing to raise money for Livestrong in honor of one of their own. Then we jump into some headlines, covering film, cartoons, Netflix, comics and more, with the final two leading into our main topic. For Topic Time, we discuss the ramifications of the newly announced members of the new Avengers team...

Jul 19, 20141 hr 28 minSeason 1Ep. 325

Zone 4 #324: Headline Edition

The crew returns with a Headline Edition of the show. This week, it's Brant, John, and Chris. It's all about the headlines this episode, from Superman symbols, to Arrow casting, to Harley Queen at Comic-Con, to Image Expo and more. There's also an audio spot from Comic Geek Speak about a very special run they are doing to raise money for Livestrong in honor of one of their own. And we close out the show with announcements. (Original Numbering: Episode #277) If you'd like to sponsor an episode of...

Jul 12, 20141 hr 37 minSeason 1Ep. 324

Zone 4 #323: Derby, Rebels & Spektor

The crew returns to reminisce over Derby City Comic Con, talk some headlines, and review some comics. This week, it's Brant, John, and Ron. First up, we talk at length about Derby City Comic Con. Then we talk some comic and TV headlines, mostly centered around the character of Green Arrow, and some other things as well. After that, we take a look at the second issue of Doctor Spektor: Master of the Occult from Dynamite Entertainment. And then Star Wars: Rebel Heist #3 (of 4) from Dark Horse Ther...

Jul 04, 20141 hr 39 minSeason 1Ep. 323

Zone 4 #322: Starlight

The crew returns to talk Mark Millar's Starlight. This week, it's Brant, John, Gordon and Ron. First up, we catch up on a few headlines in TV, film and of course, comics. Then we have a special Facebook Shout-Out. After that, we dive into issues #3-4 of Mark Millar's Flash Gordon-esque STARLIGHT from Image Comics. And from there, the discussion veers off into a discussion of late books and accountability and so forth in an unexpected sidetrack. There's also an audio spot from Comic Geek Speak ab...

Jun 28, 20141 hr 22 minSeason 1Ep. 322

Zone 4 #321: Arrow Season Two

The CR owners take over the show as we discuss TV, comics, conventions, and more! This week, it's Brant, John, and Chuck M.! First up, we chat about random things to kick off the show. Then it's straight into Topic Time as we discuss the entire series of ARROW so far, with a strong focus on Season Two. We also discuss a bit about The Walking Dead, Game of Thrones, Orange is the New Black, and other shows. After that, we talk about what comics we are reading. There's also an audio spot from Comic...

Jun 21, 20141 hr 53 minSeason 1Ep. 321
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