Voices from the Eyrie – 52 – M.I.A.

Greg Guler returns to discuss transitioning from development artist to the Lead Character Designer of the second season. We also discuss designing various gargoyles, the designs of the London Clan, and more. We also speak with Greg Weisman, discussing bringing the historical RAF pilot, Douglas Bader into the episode; the achievements of the man as well as his lesser qualities. We talk about the blatant depiction of Nazis on the show and why many animated shows are unable to depict them. We also discuss bringing in the character of Griff, his design, and how he became a breakout character who…

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Voices from the Eyrie – 51 – We Live Again!

Finally, we’re back and ringing in the 30th anniversary of the television premiere of “Gargoyles”! Greg Weisman joins us to discuss news such as the Gargoyles Holiday Special being published by Dynamite Comics later this year, the announcement of new action figures from Mondo in 2025, and Greg teases big plans for “Gargoyles” come 2025 and beyond! We also share memories of CONvergence 2024, the Radio Play, the panels, and some of the wonderful people we got to meet. Then we dive into our First Impressions of “Gargoyles Quest” #3, Spoilers run from 25:30 to 32:20 and Greg surprises us…

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Voices from the Eyrie – 49 – Sanctuary

Greg Weisman joins us to discuss romance in the City of Lights as Demona seduces Macbeth while hooking up with Goliath’s clone. We talk about the return of Thailog. Elisa’s heroism while Goliath fails at being any kind of parent to both Angela and Thailog. We also discuss one of the series’ most infamous animation errors as we discuss Cary Bates’ brilliant script. Greg Weisman also shares a tidbit about a visit from the Feature Film Division when the series was still in production. This is a good one! And we continue our march towards the 30th Anniversary Gargoyles event…

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Voices from the Eyrie – 48 – Golem

And we’re back, joined by Greg Weisman and Frank Paur to discuss “Golem”. The thematic similarities between this legend and the gargoyles. The introduction of mob boss, Tomas Brod. Halcyon Renard’s struggles with life, death, and integrity. And changing the focus of the World Tour. We also discuss bringing Prague to life, more about how animation has evolved since the 90’s towards today, and although it doesn’t appear in the episode, the Sedlec Ossuary. We also discuss news such as a new Demona Funko Pop. A new Goliath statue from Diamond Select. And we give our First Impressions on “Gargoyles…

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Voices from the Eyrie – 47 – Monsters

Jamie Thomason returns to chat about casting Brigitte Bako as Angela, directing Frank Welker, and then we follow that up with an intellectually stimulating discussion on Cryptozoology – and of course we’re just kidding: we discuss Tim Curry as Dr. Sevarius (and can’t seem to stop quoting him), the episode’s strengths and weaknesses and a great time is had by all throughout as you would come to expect from the Weisman & Thomason Variety Hour! First Impressions also returns as we discuss our initial thoughts on “Dark Ages #6”, “Gargoyles #12” and “Gargoyles Quest #1″… it’s a great time to…

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Voices from the Eyrie – 46 – Kingdom

Mark Von der Heide, the Sound Dubbing Supervisor, stops by to talk about his role in creating the sound for the series, his background in the industry, how Sound has evolved, the importance of this aspect of the production and their unsung heroism, as well as the art of the process. We also discuss “Kingdom” as we take a break from the World Tour and briefly return to Manhattan to check in on the clan and Brooklyn’s struggles with leadership. We talk about Fang and Jim Belushi’s amazing, over-the-top performance. Claw coming into his own, and more. Greg Weisman also…

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Voices from the Eyrie – 45 – Heritage

We sit down with Greg Weisman and discuss the second episode of the World Tour, the origins of the name: Queen Florence Island. The decision to reveal that Grandmother and Raven are Children of Oberon. Jennifer educates Greg B with the origins of the Natsilane legend. We also discuss the guest stars: Gregg Rainwater as Natsilane, Lawrence Bayne as Raven, and Amentha Dymally as Grandmother. In addition to this, while we praise the episode, we also discuss where things could have been improved upon, and the realities of doing your best work with limited time and resources when cranking out…

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Voices from the Eyrie – 44 – Shadows of the Past

We kick off the World Tour by sitting down with Mallory Reaves (author and daughter of Michael Reaves and Brynne Chandler) to talk about her career as an accomplished author and her childhood in the Disney Studios while Gargoyles was in production. We also discuss “Shadows of the Past”, the phenomenal animation, and arguments with the overseas studio. Goliath’s optimism in the face of darkness. Ed Gilbert’s performance. Why they chose to do the World Tour in the first place, and a variety of other topics. And, especially, Michael and Brynne’s brilliant script. And Jennifer talks about the Kickstarter she…

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