Voices from the Eyrie – 57 – Pendragon

Dennis Woodyard joins us again as he and Greg Weisman discuss bringing King Arthur into the Gargoyles Universe. Teaming Arthur up with Griff. Macbeth’s motivations for pursuing Excalibur. Checking in on Manhattan while the World Tour continues. And we also discuss would could have been (and what may still be) with the “Pendragon” spinoff. And more! We also discuss how the animation industry, as well as the television industry, has changed over the years. Why we still prefer physical media. And Greg Weisman regales us with his vacation and visit to Tintagel: the birthplace of King Arthur. Dennis also talks…

Continue reading

Voices from the Eyrie – 56 – Mark of the Panther

Dennis Woodyard returns, alongside Greg Weisman, to discuss this seminal episode. We discuss a myriad of topics such as Dennis presenting this episode at a library event for Black History Month; previously working with the Anansi character; and his time on the show producing it with Greg Weisman and Frank Paur. We also discuss the ancient myths and legends of Anansi, and trickster figures around the globe. We discuss the cultural importance of the storyteller and how appropriate that makes the casting of LeVar Burton. We also discuss the legendary Nichelle Nichols in the role of Diane Maza and her…

Continue reading

Voices from the Eyrie – 41- Avalon Part Two

Greg Weisman, Frank Paur, and Dennis Woodyard join us to discuss Avalon Part Two! That’s right, we have a trio of producers on board! We discuss Dennis’s career, background, bringing a third producer on board and many memories. Dennis keeping a level head when production stress started getting to people. Fights on the beach! Time loops! David Warner acting opposite himself! Introducing Angela! And so much more! Be sure to check out the Background Memo on the episode for loads of material that didn’t make it into the final result. Of course, we also talk about the news that recently…

Continue reading