April 13th, 2017
Part of an ongoing series – the Needless Things Irregulars gather in the Phantom Zone to provide their own unique commentary on classic genre films!
Special Guest Mr. Beau Brown chooses this month’s movie – the 1983 sci-fi/fantasy cult classic, Krull!
Thanks to Star Wars and Conan the Barbarian science fiction and fantasy were hot genres in the early 80s. Movies that blended the two were always exciting prospects for Hollywood, which is how an original idea like Krull ended up with a $47,000,000 budget, quite large for the time (equivalent to roughly $115,000,000 today).
Krull was not a critical success and bombed spectacularly at the box office, bringing in just 16.5 million dollars. Like many underappreciated films it has gone on to achieve cult status.
Listen in as Phantom Troublemaker, Rad Ranger, Arian, Ryan Cadaver, and special guest Mr. Beau Brown gather in the Phantom Zone to offer up their thoughts on this 1983 cult classic!
WARNING: This episode of the Needless Things Podcast may not be appropriate for some listeners. For example, those who really and truly love Krull with all of their hearts.
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April 6th, 2017
Mike Gordon returns to the Needless Things Podcast!
Phantom and Mike run down some current events in this multi-faceted episode! From the new trailer for Universal's The Mummy to creators on social media to the Undertaker riding off into the sunset at WrestleMania 33, this week's episode is all over the place in the very best of ways!
Additionally - Mike Gordon is one of the most fantastic people walking God's green Earth, but his home is under threat due to circumstances beyond his control. Please go take a look at how you can help and donate or simply spread the word. As all of our listeners know, Mike's the best of the best.
Listen in as Phantom and Mike share their thoughts on various pop culture goings-on in the newest episode of the Needless Things Podcast!
March 30th, 2017
Phantom Troublemaker teams up with Noel from DorkDroppings.com for a special look at WWE and WrestleMania!
It's time for the so-called Ultimate Thrill Ride - WrestleMania 33! This is the event that WWE builds up to all year long - the most intense feuds, the most entertaining angles, and the biggest matches. In theory, this event is the culmination of a year of booking and wrestling and is the opportunity for the Superstars of the WWE to create Moments that will be remembered forever.
Listen in as Phantom and Noel discuss the current state of affairs in WWE, how it all led to Sunday's card, and how the electricity of WrestleMania propels the event itself!
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March 26th, 2017
A Very Special WrestleMania Monday Episode!
Phantom Troublemaker talks to wrestler and cosplayer Mikal Mosley on this special bonus episode of the Needless Things Podcast!
Mikal Mosley is literally on the road to WrestleMania! While en route to Orlando for a special double-secret WWE project (Mikal's best friend is Xavier Woods - place your bets as to what he's working on), the hybrid cosplayer/wrestler got on the phone to share as much as he could about his work for the world's biggest wrestling company.
Listen in as Phantom and Mikal
discuss cosplay, wrestling, and what it takes to make entrance gear and props for The Ultimate Thrill Ride, WrestleMania!
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March 23rd, 2017
LIVE from Toylanta 2017 (formerly Joelanta and the Great Atlanta Toy Convention), Phantom Troublemaker hosts an all-new Toy Stories panel!
Everyone has a toy story.
Join Phantom Troublemaker and a selection of special guests as they share reminiscences about the playthings they grew up with. The topic this year was “How We Play” - the panelists discussed how they played with the toys of their youth. Did we follow the cartoons and comics or create our own stories? Outside or inside? Did we mix toy lines or keep them separate?
Listen in as Phantom, Rad Ranger, Ryan Cadaver, Award-Winning author Bobby Nash, and Revolution SF’s Gary Mitchel tell you how they mixed brands, told stories, and waged miniature wars!
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March 16th, 2017
Part of an ongoing series – the Needless Things Irregulars gather in the Phantom Zone to provide their own unique commentary on classic genre films!
Filmmaker Andy Sidaris left the world the gift of twelve unparalleled works of cinematic art before he shuffled off this mortal coil. Sidaris had a taste for guns, beaches, ripped bros, and sweet titties. His aesthetic was uniquely suited to the era in which he released his films; from 1985 to 1998. It's tough to find auteurs of Sidaris' caliber in modern times, so we must look to the past for gems like Hard Ticket to Hawaii.
Chosen by Ryan Cadaver as March's Needless Commentary, Hard Ticket is such a glorious affair that it was once featured on the long-lost Attack of the Show. Now, you can enjoy this fine film along with the Needless Things Irregulars in the comfort of your own home.
Listen in as Phantom Troublemaker, Rad Ranger, Ryan Cadaver, and Arian gather in the Phantom Zone to offer up their thoughts on this 1987 cult classic!
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March 9th, 2017
Phantom Troublemaker and Beth reminisce about the original survival horror franchise – Resident Evil!
Twenty-one years of terror! From the very first video game on the original Sony PlayStation to the current one-two punch of the seventh entry in the primary line of video games and the sixth and supposedly final film, few video game franchises have enjoyed as much success and notoriety as Resident Evil. With forays onto nearly every modern video game system and countless tie-ins, the series known as Biohazard in Japan is Capcom’s top multi-million dollar property.
Listen in as Phantom and Beth talk about being entertained in theaters and terrified in the comfort of their own homes!
March 2nd, 2017
Phantom Troublemaker talks to the delightful Buddy Finethy, artist, designer, and one of the showrunners for Joelanta & The Great Atlanta Toy Convention!
Ever since receiving his first GI Joe figure in the early 70s, Buddy Finethy has had a passion not just for Joes, but for the art of toys. From following the Grateful Dead on tour to working with Hasbro to starting up the revered Joelanta convention, Buddy has had a heck of an interesting life!
Listen in as Phantom and Buddy discuss toys, the universe, and everything in the newest episode of the Needless Things Podcast!
Joelanta & The Great Atlanta Toy Convention takes place on March 10th, 11th, & 12th at the Marriott Century Center in Atlanta, GA. All weekend long the halls are packed with dealers selling vintage, modern, and custom toys of every shape and size. The show also features panels, musical guests Possum Kingdom Ramblers and Radio Cult, and collectors and designers from all over the world!
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February 24th, 2017
The Needless Things Irregulars assemble for their annual look at the New York International Toy Fair!
The 2017 New York International Toy Fair was held from February 17th – 19th so that toy manufacturers from all over the world could get retailers and journalists excited about their offerings for the upcoming year. Hasbro, Mattel, Funko, NECA, and many more all bring out their prototypes, concepts, and newest licenses to display in the biggest toy-oriented gathering of the year!
Listen in as Phantom, Needless Things’ Head of Research Ryan, The Belligerent Monkey, and Josh Wilson of The Oncoming Storm Podcast discuss the coolest collectibles that will be unleashed in the coming year!
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February 16th, 2017
Phantom Troublemaker interviews elusive rock legend Dale Jepson of Dale Jepson and the Night Hawks!
In the late 70s Dale Jepson was on the road to rock n roll fame before misfortune derailed his life and his dreams. Now, in 2017, he has assembled the Night Hawks and is looking to reclaim his birthright. Pure chance led to this opportunity for Phantom Troublemaker to interview a man that had previously been an enigmatic voice on an old, discarded cassette tape.
Listen in as Phantom and Dale discuss life, rock n roll, and everything in this special episode of the Needless Things Podcast!
Dale Jepson and the Night Hawks wuill be playing LIVE in Gainesville, Georgia's Mule Camp Tavern along with Elzig and The Casket Creatures on Saturday, February 25th – RSVP HERE for more info!
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