Voices from the Eyrie – 58 – Eye of the Storm

We sit down with Greg Weisman to discuss the journey the Eye of Odin made as a MacGuffin introduced in the Sega Genesis game, being brought into the series as a trinket, then revealed to have magical powers… all the way to introducing Odin, himself. We discuss adapting the Norse god into “Gargoyles”, his wisdom along with his hubris; when Loki was briefly considered and why he ultimately wasn’t used. The inadvertent Kirby influence. We talk about just how cunning Angela is in the face of making Goliath the villain for the episode as absolute power corrupts absolutely. And much…

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Spideydude Experience Episode 122: Greg Weisman Returns: A Spectacular Spider-Men Interview Retrospective

A little less than a year and half ago, we talked with Greg Weisman excitedly about the Spectacular Spider-Men. 15 months later, the series would be cancelled. As Spectacular Spider-Men ends, Greg Weisman returns to chat with us and reflect on the series as a whole. Greg generously provides his honest takes on certain storytelling choices made, reveals insight into the creative process, and teases what the future of the series might have looked like if it had continued past issue 15. Thanks again to Greg for coming aboard and talking with us! Be sure to check out him, Jennifer…

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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…

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Spectacular Spideydude Experience Episode 119

Books Reviewed in this Episode: Spectacular Spider-Men #14CREDITS:HOSTS: Zach Joiner, Neil Bogenrider, Greg Bishansky and Adam SchingleGRAPHICS BY: Neil Bogenrider & Zach JoinerPRODUCER: Neil BogenriderEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Zach JoinerCO-FOUNDERS, SPIDEY-DUDE.COM: Zach and Dee JoinerCO-FOUNDERS: SPIDEYDUDE RADIO NETWORK: Zach Joiner & Joshua Lapin-Bertone ABOUT SPIDEY-DUDE.COM & THE SPIDEY-DUDE RADIO NETWORK:Spidey-dude.com was created in 1998 as Spideydude’s Spider-Man Page, before becoming Spideydude.com, morphing into the current URL in 2011. The Spideydude Radio Network was established in 2009 with the creation of the Clone Saga Chronicles Podcast and its sister Shows: Spectacular Radio, Mayday Mondays, and the Amazing Spider-Man Classics Podcasts. In 2020, the…

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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…

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Spectacular Spideydude Experience Episode 115 Audio Edition

Books Reviewed in this Episode: Spectacular Spider-Men #13CREDITS:HOSTS: Zach Joiner, Adam Schingle, Neil Bogenrieder, Greg Bishansky and Ashley ReneeGRAPHICS BY: Neil BogenriederPRODUCER: Neil BogenriederEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Zach JoinerCO-FOUNDERS, SPIDEY-DUDE.COM: Zach and Dee JoinerCO-FOUNDERS: SPIDEYDUDE RADIO NETWORK: Zach Joiner & Joshua Lapin-Bertone ABOUT SPIDEY-DUDE.COM & THE SPIDEY-DUDE RADIO NETWORK: Spidey-dude.com was created in 1998 as Spideydude’s Spider-Man Page, before becoming Spideydude.com, morphing into the current URL in 2011. The Spideydude Radio Network was established in 2009 with the creation of the Clone Saga Chronicles Podcast and its sister Shows: Spectacular Radio, Mayday Mondays, and the Amazing Spider-Man Classics Podcasts. In 2020, the…

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Voices from the Eyrie – 55 – Walkabout

We head down under with returning guests, Series Composer Carl Johnson and Bad Guys artist Karine Charlebois along with Series Creator Greg Weisman! We discuss guest actors Jim Cummings, James Avery, and Kate Mulgrew. Introducing the Matrix. Dingo’s character growth. Adapting the Dreamtime. And the episode’s killer soundtrack! We also discuss where things could have been improved upon, the dangers of A.I., magic powder and so much more. Available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Audible, Spotify, and your podcatcher of choice! And join us on Patreon for the Exclusive Video Edition!  Follow us on Twitter at: @FromEyrieFollow us on Bluesky at: GargoylesPodcastFollow us on Instagram…

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Spectacular Spideydude Experience Episode 112: Spec Spidey-Men 12

Books Reviewed in this Episode: Spectacular Spider-Men #12CREDITS:HOSTS: Zach Joiner, Adam Schingle, & Greg Bishansky GRAPHICS BY: Neil BogenriederPRODUCER: Neil BogenriederEXECUTIVE PRODUCER: Zach JoinerCO-FOUNDERS, SPIDEY-DUDE.COM: Zach and Dee JoinerCO-FOUNDERS: SPIDEYDUDE RADIO NETWORK: Zach Joiner & Joshua Lapin-Bertone ABOUT SPIDEY-DUDE.COM & THE SPIDEY-DUDE RADIO NETWORK: Spidey-dude.com was created in 1998 as Spideydude’s Spider-Man Page, before becoming Spideydude.com, morphing into the current URL in 2011. The Spideydude Radio Network was established in 2009 with the creation of the Clone Saga Chronicles Podcast and its sister Shows: Spectacular Radio, Mayday Mondays, and the Amazing Spider-Man Classics Podcasts. In 2020, the creation of Both…

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