Episodes
Friday Aug 09, 2019
Needless Things Podcast 277 – Dragon Con 2019: The Wild, Wild Classics Track
Friday Aug 09, 2019
Friday Aug 09, 2019
Dragon Con 2019 coverage continues on Needless Things!
On this week’s episode of the Needless Things Podcast, Dragon Con American Sci-Fi Classics Track Directors “Jolly” Joe Crowe and “Gorgeous” Gary Mitchel return to the show to play some all-new minigames that demonstrate the fun of one of Dragon Con’s most beloved and interactive Tracks!
Listen in as Dave, Joe, and Gary highlight some panels and discuss this year’s exciting Classics Track celebrity guests!
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Friday Aug 02, 2019
Needless Things Podcast 276 – San Diego Comic Con 2019: The Media
Friday Aug 02, 2019
Friday Aug 02, 2019
Needless Things wasn’t in San Diego for Comic Con, but the Irregulars followed from afar and have plenty to discuss!
In this episode Dave, Head of Research Ryan, and special gust Mike Gordon run down the biggest and best movie/TV/comic news from San Diego. Marvel absolutely DOMINATED.
Listen in for all the SDCC entertainment news that’s worth knowing!
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Friday Jul 26, 2019
Needless Things Podcast 275 – San Diego Comic Con 2019: The Toys
Friday Jul 26, 2019
Friday Jul 26, 2019
Needless Things wasn’t in San Diego for Comic Con, but the Irregulars followed from afar and have plenty to discuss!
In this episode Dave and Head of Research Ryan run down the biggest and best movie/TV/comic news from San Diego. Marvel absolutely DOMINATED.
Also, JAY IS FIRES.
Listen in for all the SDCC entertainment news that’s worth knowing!
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Friday Jul 19, 2019
Friday Jul 19, 2019
This special episode of the Needless Things Podcast was recorded LIVE at Atlanta Comic Con 2019!
Tim Burton’s 1989 Batman changed Hollywood forever. The merchandising and marketing were unlike anything that the world had seen before, with Warner Bros. pushing the movie so strongly that it almost had to be a success.
And it certainly was.
While the movie itself merits hours of conversation, Needless Things Irregulars Dave West, Ryan Cadaver, Nicole Ghouled-Cadaver, and Chad J. Shonk presented this panel to a live Atlanta Comic Con audience to take a focused look at the cultural phenomenon surrounding the movie’s release.
From the shirts, toys, trading cards, stationary, and pool toys to the endless periodicals detailing every aspect of the film’s production, the team shares their fondest memories of that singular point in time.
Listen in as the Irregulars and members of the LIVE audience reflect on The Summer of the Bat on the newest episode of the Needless Things Podcast!
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Friday May 24, 2019
Needless Things Podcast 266 – The Joy of Joe Live from Dragon Con 2018
Friday May 24, 2019
Friday May 24, 2019
Recorded LIVE at Dragon Con 2018 for the American Sci-Fi Classics Track!
Listen in as some of the contributors to The Joy of Joe – a book celebrating GI Joe fandom – share their memories of America's movable fighting man with a capacity live audience at the greatest con around! Featured panelists include Jim Beard, James Palmer, Award-Winning Bobby Nash, Michael D. French, Andrew E.C. Gaska, and of course our own Dave West.
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Friday Feb 08, 2019
Needless Things Podcast 251 – Sting & Ric Flair LIVE from Dragon Con
Friday Feb 08, 2019
Friday Feb 08, 2019
This episode of the Needless Things Podcast was recorded in front of a packed ballroom audience at Dragon Con 2018!
The man called Sting is one of the most decorated and celebrated heroes in the history of professional wrestling.
The Nature Boy Ric Flair is an unprecedented sixteen time World Champion and is generally regarded as the greatest professional wrestler of all time.
These men have faced each other – and hundreds of other opponents – countless times through the decades. And now, moderated by your Needless Things host, they will share tales of battle and glory LIVE from Dragon Con!
Listen in as Dave takes the stage with two of wrestling's biggest legends!
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Friday Feb 01, 2019
Needless Things Podcast 250 – Kirk R. Thatcher Part 2: LIVE from Dragon Con
Friday Feb 01, 2019
Friday Feb 01, 2019
On episode 225 of the Needless Things Podcast your host, Dave, and his guest Kirk Thatcher promised to continue the interview live at Dragon Con.
THIS is THAT interview!
Conducted in front of a live audience for the Puppetry Track, this conversation includes Kirk’s work with the Henson Company as well as many other puppetry-related projects. Kirk has lived an amazing life in the entertainment business and has a multitude of diverse experiences to share.
Listen in as Dave and Kirk share a bit of Fireball and some laughs LIVE from Dragon Con 2018!
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Friday Oct 12, 2018
Friday Oct 12, 2018
Recorded LIVE at Dragon Con 2018 for the Horror Track!
John Carpenter's Halloween changed horror cinema 40 years ago. Our pal Derek Tatum put together a roundtable of luminaries to discuss the original as well as the upcoming sequel. Our own Dave West moderated a fantastic panel consisting of author Mari Mancusi, author/illustrator Catherine M. Scully, author Valerie Hampton, and author Clay Gilbert.
The group discusses the impact of the original film and the significance of its holiday setting. Michael Myers, Laurie Strode, and Samuel Loomis are also discussed in-depth, as their complicated relationship contributes hugely to the lasting appeal of the film.
Listen in as this talented group dissect one of the greatest horror films of all time on the newest episode of the Needless Things Podcast!
Buy your tickets for next year’s magical Dragon Con experience now before prices go up!
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Friday Sep 28, 2018
Needless Things Podcast 232 – Dragon Con 2018: “The Nature Boy” Ric Flair
Friday Sep 28, 2018
Friday Sep 28, 2018
Recorded LIVE at Dragon Con 2018!
Needless Things’ own Dave West had the privilege of moderating several celebrity panels at Dragon Con this year. Each was an amazing experience in and of itself, but one of the most moving and emotional experiences came from an hour with professional wrestling legend Ric Flair.
Listen in as the Nature Boy shares stories of life, business, and family on the newest episode of the Needless Things Podcast!
Buy your tickets for next year’s magical Dragon Con experience now before prices go up!
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Friday Sep 07, 2018
Needless Things Podcast 229 – Dragon Con 2018 Wrap-Up w/ Mike Gordon
Friday Sep 07, 2018
Friday Sep 07, 2018
Mike Gordon returns to the Needless Things Podcast for a post-Con report!
From game shows and wrestlers to Tikis and comics, Dave and Mike had amazing experiences at Dragon Con 2018. In today's episode our exhausted but enthusiastic duo will recount tales of high adventure and exciting meetings at the greatest convention in the world!
Listen in as Dave and Mike recap Nerdy Gras on the newest episode of the Needless Things Podcast!
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