Best Mutant Evolution Podcasts (2025)

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160 - Sue Blu: Voice Director for TMNT 1987 34:35

21h ago34:35

34:35

This week, host Brian VanHooker welcomes a genuine animation legend onto the Turtle Tracks Podcast, Sue Blu. Having played characters like Arcee in 'Transformers' and Nanny Smurf, Blu moved over to voice direction where she became one of the most prolific voice directors of the 1980s, 1990s and 2000s. Among the many, many shows she's been a part of…

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TMNT The Last Ronin II Re-Evolution Issue # 1 37:09

3d ago37:09

37:09

In this episode we are covering the first Issue of the sequel to the Last Ronin, also known as the Last Ronin II Re-Evolution. Now fully grown into Teenagers, Moja, Yi, Odyn and Uno are trying not to get caught while sneaking out to commemorate their origin story, meanwhile we get an update on just what has been happening to NYC since the fall of H…

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159 — Sean Sevestre: Visual Development on TMNT: Mutant Mayhem 54:39

15d ago54:39

54:39

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with Sean Sevestre, an artist who was in the visual development department of the 2023 film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. Sevestre talks about creating the first painted representations of the characters designed by Woodrow White like Superfly, Bebop and Rocksteady and designing the Laird b…

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158 — Khary Randolph: Artist on TMNT 2003, Turtle Forever & IDW Comics 50:44

22d ago50:44

50:44

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker welcomes artist Khary Randolph onto the podcast. Randolph wore several different hats for the 2003 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series, originally working on licensing art and then on the series and its finale movie, Turtles Forever. Years later he returned to the TMNT via IDW comics working on a variety of pro…

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157 — TurtleCon Burbank, CA - 6/21/2025 - with Julio Galvez 38:09

29d ago38:09

38:09

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with Julio Galvez, owner of WE CAN BE HEROES COMICS in Chatsworth, California and founder of COMICS & COCKTAILS, a quarterly event in Burbank, CA. On June 21, 2025, Comics & Cocktails will be themed as TURTLECON 2025 bringing fans together with TMNT creators from the past and future, including Ken Mitchro…

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IDW Shredder Micro-series and TMNT # 29 35:37

1M ago35:37

35:37

In this episode we explore the depths of the Shredder with the IDW TMNT Micro-series The Shredder. What has driven Oroku Saki to conquer New York city and what keeps him stretching to conquer the world? Find out more about the Shredder in this issue. Next we continue City at War with issue # 29. The Turtles and Casey, Splinter escape the battle to …

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156 — Kyle Wlodgya: Super7 Associate Art Director on 2003 TMNT Line 44:40

1M ago44:40

44:40

The second of two back-to-back Super7 interviews with Associate Art Director Kyle Wlodyga. In this interview with host Brian VanHooker, Wlodyga goes through the new 2003 TMNT line by Super7 including wave one of the four Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and the recently revealed Wave Two. Sound Engineering by Ian Williams. Follow TURTLE TRACKS PODCAST …

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155 — Kyle Wlodgya: Super7 Associate Art Director on Playmates-Inspired TMNT Line 1:09:38

1M ago1:09:38

1:09:38

The first of two back-to-back Super7 interviews with Associate Art Director Kyle Wlodyga. In his interview with host Brian VanHooker, Wlodyga goes through a series-by-series breakdown of the toys highlighting the unique challenges and experiences with each wave. And, he talks about whether we'll ever see Undercover Donatello and Heavy MEtal Raphael…

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154 — Tom Waltz & Ben Bishop: The Last Ronin II: Re-Evolution 1:29:12

2M ago1:29:12

1:29:12

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker is joined by writer Tom Waltz and artist Ben Bishop who discuss IDW's The Last Ronin II: Re-Evolution. In a spoiler-filled discussion on the entire five-issue series, Waltz talks following The Last Ronin with this next chapter and that shocking death at the end of the series. Meanwhile, Bishop shares the proces…

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153 — Tokka: Artist and OG TMNT Super-Fan 1:45:51

2M ago1:45:51

1:45:51

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with TOKKA, an artist and a die-hard Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Super-Fan. In addition to his artwork being featured in Mirage's second volume of "Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," TOKKA has been dubbed "The Jackson Pollock of the Ninja Turtles" by Nickelodeon. Here he talks about his journey …

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Artist and Voice Actor Ernest Acosta III 1:15:54

2M ago1:15:54

1:15:54

If you are familiar with our show, then you have seen our logo. The artist is our guest this episode, Ernest Acosta III. Ernest is the artist behind the fan project TMNT vs Predator comic as well as being the creative artist behind this Podcast's logo as well. An accomplished voice actor as well, he has played the roles of Master Splinter, alternat…

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152 — Christopher Yost: Showrunner and Co-Executive Producer of Tales of the TMNT 30:04

2M ago30:04

30:04

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with TMNT veteran Christopher Yost, a writer on TMNT 2003 and 2012 and the showrunner/co-executive producer of the new series Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, now available on Netflix. Yost explains how they adapted the Mutant Mayhem Turtles for the small screen and including characters like Bis…

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151 — Lloyd Goldfine: Executive Producer of TMNT 2003 & Turtles Forever 53:03

2M ago53:03

53:03

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker revists the era of TMNT that many fans find to be their favorite: TMNT 2003 and the wonderful film "Turtles Forever." Lloyd Goldfine was the executive producer and showrunner on the 2003 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series and in this interview he details the early development of the show with Peter Laird and h…

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150 — Greg Cipes: Voice of Michelangelo in TMNT 2012 18:23

3M ago18:23

18:23

For the very special 150th episode of Turtle Tracks, host Brian VanHooker invites voice actor Greg Cipes onto the program. Cipes provided the voice for Michelangelo in Nickelodeon's 2012 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series and here he talks about some of his favorite episodes, his love for ice cream kitty and he reveals that he will soon be returni…

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149 — Partners in Kryme (AKA PIK1): Turtle Power XXL Release 42:33

3M ago42:33

42:33

Host Brian VanHooker welcomes back Richard Usher from Partners in Kryme, the hip-hop legend behind "TURTLE POWER" from the 1990 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film. Under the new name PIK1, Richard has released the new song "Turtle Power XXL" check it out here: https://partnersinkryme.hearnow.com/ and follow PIK1 here: https://www.instagram.com/partn…

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148 — Terry Hinkle: Art Director for TMNT Cereal & Hostess Turtle Pies 50:09

3M ago50:09

50:09

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with artist Terry Hinkle, the former owner and creative director of Hinkle and Company, who did the art for many Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles food products. Among the products Hinkle worked on was the TMNT Cereal, Hostes TMNT Pies, Crunchabungas, TMNT Cookies and more!Sound Engineering by Ian Williams. Fo…

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147 — Joel Naprstek: Artist on Would-Be TMNT Book & Parade Float 1:08:57

4M ago1:08:57

1:08:57

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker dives into some would-be TMNT history with artist Joel Naprstek. Naprstek was a professor to Mirage-Era Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles artist Michael Dooney and even worked with Mirage on a few would-be TMNT projects including a book about Donatello restoring a WWII plane and a would-be book for Kevin Eastman's T…

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146 — Toy Fair 2025: McFarlane 10:47

4M ago10:47

10:47

From Toy Fair 2025 in NYC, host Brian VanHooker chats with Claudio Paola from McFarlane Toys about the upcoming IDW Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles toys. Sound engineering by Ian Williams. Follow TURTLE TRACKS PODCAST on Instagram: www.instagram.com/turtle_tracks_podcast/By Brian VanHooker

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145 — Toy Fair 2025: Playmates 11:41

4M ago11:41

11:41

From Toy Fair 2025 in NYC, host Brian VanHooker chats with Pat Linden from Playmates about the upcoming retro TMNT releases as well as stuff from Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Sound engineering by Ian Williams. Follow TURTLE TRACKS PODCAST on Instagram: www.instagram.com/turtle_tracks_podcast/…

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144 — Toy Fair 2025: NECA 16:25

4M ago16:25

16:25

From Toy Fair 2025 in NYC, host Brian VanHooker chats with Trevor Zammit from NECA about the new Stan Sakai Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Archie TMNT 5th Turtle April and the upcoming 2012 toyline. Sound engineering by Ian Williams. Follow TURTLE TRACKS PODCAST on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turtle_tracks_podcast/…

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TMNT Deviations Special 37:25

4M ago37:25

37:25

In this episode we revisit the IDW series issue #22 & the TMNT Deviations one shot. In the story so far Shredder and the Foot Clan has captured Casey Jones and set a trap to catch Leonardo. The Deviations story suggests, what if The Shredder had killed Casey Jones, and captured and Brainwashed All of the turtles instead of only Leonardo. Join us fo…

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143 — John Handy: Former Playmates Toys TMNT Toy Line Developer 55:17

4M ago55:17

55:17

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker revisits the early days of TMNT history by talking with John Handy, formerly of Playmates toys. A retired toy industry veteran, Handy was at Playmates Toys when the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles were first pitched to the company and he recalls many formative details about the franchise, like when they got their …

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The Hun Micro series, Issues 26, Bebop & Rocksteady, Issues 27 & 28 (City at War) 1:27:50

4M ago1:27:50

1:27:50

This episode was a longtime coming. It's a longer chunk of the story City at War. Starting with the Hun Micro-series we see how Casey's dad goes into league with the Foot Clan and becomes once again the leader of the Purple Dragons. Next the origin story for Rocksteady & Bebop. Issue 26,27 and 28 are the story of the Turtles and Master Splinter wor…

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142 — Kenn Scott: Raphael Actor TMNT 1990 & Secret of the Ooze 1:00:19

5M ago1:00:19

1:00:19

In this episode of Turtle Tracks Podcast, host Brian VanHooker talks with Kenn Scott who played Rapahel and several Foot Ninja ijn the first two Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles films. In his book "Teenage Ninja to Mutant Turtle" Scott outlines how he went from playing a Foot Soldier to performing Raphael's stunts in the TMNT 1990, then how he became t…

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Listen Now: Blood Vines 8:34

5M ago8:34

8:34

Blood Vines is a full-bodied podcast that uncorks the never-before-told story of the Licciardi family - one of the most powerful wine dynasties in California history - who almost brought down the entire industry over a bloody battle for succession. Grab a glass of your favorite wine and join me as we dive into a story that has notes of fraud and be…

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141 - Joey McCormick: Design Supervisor on Tales of the TMNT 37:54

5M ago37:54

37:54

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker continues his coverage of "Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" with design supervisor Joey McCormick. The two discuss many of the series backgrounds as well as what it was like adapting the look of "TMNT: Mutant Mayhem" into 2D.Sound Engineering by Ian Williams. Follow TURTLE TRACKS PODCAST on Instagram:…

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Artist Cory Smith and Lydie the Chanel6chick! 1:18:12

5M ago1:18:12

1:18:12

in a calendar year from her last appearance, Lydie joins Justin once again as co host for Epic Tales from the Sewers as we speak with Artist Cory Smith! You may know Cory from his artwork in the Karai Micro-series, and the dreaded Issue #44 of the IDW series ( Poor Donatello!). But we had a chance to speak with Cory about his process, and motivatio…

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140 — Neave Lifschits: lead animator on TMNT: Mutant Mayhem 50:26

5M ago50:26

50:26

In this episode, Brian VanHooker chats with Neave Lifschits, lead animator on the the 2023 film Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem. Working for the VFX company Cinesite, Lifschits oversaw several sequences in the film, including Splinter's fight scene in the TCRI building and when Splinter throws a party for the Turtles.Sound engineering b…

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139 — Fero Pe & Luis Antonio Delgado: IDW Nightwatcher Artist & Colorist 27:52

5M ago27:52

27:52

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker is joined by penciler/painter Fero Pe and colorist Luis Antonio Delgado to chat about the artwork of IDW's Nightwatcher comic book series. Starring the fifth turtle Jennika in the armor, Nightwatcher has been an exciting continuation of IDW's Turtleverse and here to discuss it are the guys behindf the artwork.S…

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138 — Bryce Collins: Character Designer on Tales of the TMNT and Rise of the TMNT 52:16

5M ago52:16

52:16

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with artist Bryce Collins, character designer on "Rise of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" and character design lead on "Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles." They discuss the design differences between the two shows and what it was like to adapt the look of "TMNT: Mutnt Mayhem" into 2D.Sound engin…

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Artist Zach Howard talks Muscle Cars, Bigfoot and the Dark Turtles! 1:20:20

5M ago1:20:20

1:20:20

Justin and Eric are speaking with artist Zach Howard. You may know Zach from his work with both Marvel and Dc comics, his series for Image "Wild Blue Yonder", Dark Horse Comic's sequel to Hellboy the Crooked Man, "The Return of Effie Kolb" and of course the Dark Turtles in the IDW TMNT Deviations book. From Hellboy to talking about Nightwing in his…

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137 — Jeff Goodwin: Makeup Artist on TMNT 1990 46:48

5M ago46:48

46:48

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker chats with Jeff Goodwin, who was the makeup artist on the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles film and is the author of the new eBook, "Continuity of a TMNT Movie." Goodwin discusses applying makeup to humans vs the turtle suits and what it was like to work on both TMNT and the 1993 Super Mario.Sound Engineer…

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136 — Andrea Fernandez & Mark Anthony: Tales of the TMNT Art Director & Color Supervisor 1:03:19

6M ago1:03:19

1:03:19

With the new cartoon "Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" now on Netflix, host Brian VanHooker reached out to art director Andrea Fernandez and color supervisor Mark Anthony to chat about the making of the series. They discuss adapting the look of "TMNT: Mutant Mayhem" into 2D, the new villains and the fresh takes on classic villains (includ…

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The Mighty Mutanimals Mini series 2&3 & TMNT adventures 21 & 22 1:06:03

6M ago1:06:03

1:06:03

In the long awaited return of the Archie TMNT Adventures series; we present you with The Mighty Mutanimals Mini series issues 2&3 & TMNT adventures 21 & 22. The Mighty Mutanimals are fighting Maligna, Null and the Alien Invasion of Earth, while Mondo Gecko and Raphael stow away on a Spaceship. Join Manray, Jaguar, Dreadmond, Wingnut & Screwloose, a…

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135 — Trevor Zammit & Aaron Hazouri of NECA Toys: Dimension X-Mas Vacation TMNT 46:25

6M ago46:25

46:25

For this year's Christmas episode, host Brian VanHooker meets with Trevor Zammit and Aaron Hazouri of NECA Toys to chat all about the Dimension X-Mas Vacation TMNT. Inspired by "We Wish You a Turtle Christmas," the four pack is in the Walmart toy catalog and won an award for "Best Geeky Gift" by Pop Insider.Sound engineering by Ian Williams. Follow…

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134 — Cameron Chittock & Fero Pe: Writer & Artist of TMNT x Stranger Things 43:52

7M ago43:52

43:52

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker welcomes the creative duo behind IDW's epic crossover Teenage Mutant Ninja Turles x Stranger Things. Writer Cameron Chittock and Artist Fero Pe talk the development of the story, the most fun team-ups and how surprisingly natural this pairing turned out.Sound Engineering by Ian Williams. Follow Turtle Tracks Po…

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Top Action Figures of 2024 Special with Brandon, Jay and Gary 2:13:01

7M ago2:13:01

2:13:01

For our annual tradition of top action figures of 2024, returning guests Brandon Ef from High Anxiety on Youtube, Our Photographer extraordinaire Jay @TMNT_1987_ on Instagram , and Gary Dolan from The Party Wagon AKA @Needdles on Instagram, talk with Justin about their Top 10 picks for Action Figures from 2024. There will definitely be some surpris…

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Epic Tales from Granite State Con 2024 1:50:21

7M ago1:50:21

1:50:21

This feels like the biggest episode ever! Don't miss these stories! Justin and Eric are joined by our friend and artist Reese Porter @justreese.art to talk about our experiences at Granite State Comic Con for the 40th Anniversary of the TMNT! We are telling some stories of who we met including the artists, writers, Movie and cartoon actors as well …

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133 — Tom Waltz and Erik Burnham: Writers of IDW's TMNT Mutant Nation 43:13

8M ago43:13

43:13

Writers Tom Waltz and Erik Burnham join host Brian VanHooker to talk about IDW Comics' ongoing series Mutant Nation. While the main Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles book is narrowing its focus on the four Turtles, Mutant Nation will explore the exapnasive TMNT universe which IDW began back in 2011, starting off with a story of Raphael at Area 51 and Ca…

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History of... The Generation X TV Movie with Actors Heather McComb (Jubilee) and Randall Slavin (Refrax) 49:06

8M ago49:06

49:06

We dive into the history of the 1996's Generation X TV movie with actors Heather McComb (Jubilee) and Randall Slavin (Refrax).By Dayspring

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132 — Granite Con 2024 IDW Panel featuring Kevin Eastman and more! 47:44

8M ago47:44

47:44

At Granite Con 2024, Turtle Tracks host Brian VanHooker hosted the IDW Comics panel with a wide array of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles artists and writers. The lineup included TMNT co-creator Kevin Eastman, writers Tom Waltz and Erik Burnham, as well as artists Ben Bishop, Sarah Myer, Mateus Santoluoco Fero Pe, Gavin Smith, Luis Antonio Delgado and …

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Treasure Monster Toys & Shadowline with Jonathon House 1:17:54

8M ago1:17:54

1:17:54

In this episode Justin Speaks to the Creative force behind Treasure Monster Toys and Shadowline, Jonathon House. We are talking to Jonathon about his creation the Shadowline, a spiritual successor to the original Playmates TMNT action figure line, along with the Kickstarter campaign for Army Ant. Kickstarter link for Army Ant Here Check out Treasur…

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131 — Mateus Santolouco: IDW TMNT Artist — from Granite Con 2024 20:39

8M ago20:39

20:39

At Granite Con 2024, host Brian VanHooker sat down with beloved IDW artist Mateus Santolouco to chat about his work on various Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles titles. From Mutant Nation to The Secret History of the Foot Clan to the main IDW TMNT book, Santolouco gets into the details of his incredible work with the Heroes in a Half Shell.Sound enginee…

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130 — Chogrin: Artist and Toy Designer of Kidrobot's TMNT Guru 48:12

8M ago48:12

48:12

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker welcomes toy artist Chogrin, who created the TMNT Guru art toy for Kidrobot. In the interview, Chogrin offers up his history with the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and shares the creative process with the six-armed TMNT Guru sculpture.Sound engineering by Ian Williams. Follow Turtle Tracks Podcast on Instagram: …

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Isaac Elliott-Fisher from the TMNT: Evolution, Mutation & Reboot Documentary 1:38:54

8M ago1:38:54

1:38:54

Justin and Eric are speaking with Documentary film maker Isaac Elliot-Fisher from the upcoming Documentary Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Evolution, Mutation & Reboot. Isaac was part of the 2014 film Turtle Power and has some excellent stories about the making of that film, as well as some exciting news about the Kickstarter for his new film. Follow…

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History of X-Men: An Introduction! 5:24

9M ago5:24

5:24

History of X-Men is a podcast dedicated to exploring the behind-the-scenes stories that brought the X-Men to life across comic books, movies, TV shows, action figures, and video games. This is your introduction to our podcast, and why it's important for us to preserve X-Men history.By Dayspring

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129 — A.C. Farley: Mirage-Era TMNT Artist/Painter 1:33:02

9M ago1:33:02

1:33:02

In this episode, host Brian VanHooker up with none other than A.C. Farley from the Mirage-era of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Having painted the covers for TMNT Vol.2 #1, the original Vol. 1 collected book covers and all the covers for the Return to New York storyline, Farley is responsible for some of the most dynamic art to ever feature the …

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TMNT Black, White and Green presents Buddycount! 5:26

9M ago5:26

5:26

From issue #2 of the TMNT Black, White and Green comic, we present Buddycount! Written and art by Gavin Smith. Casey Jones teams up with Michalengelo to take down the dreaded Viper Boys Gang in this team up adventure.

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Episode 100! IDW Issues 23 & 24, the Alopex & Kari Micro series 1:11:34

9M ago1:11:34

1:11:34

On this very special 100th episode of our show, we are ciovering the IDW series issues # 23 and 24, the start of the Dark Leonardo appearance in City Fall! Then it will continue with the Alopex and Karai Microseries. Before we get to the Pizza time, Justin and Eric have a special Thank You for the listeners, Guests and supporters of the show. A Dee…

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128 — Anna Chavez & Griffin Hansen: TMNT Historical Marker in Dover, NH 42:41

9M ago42:41

42:41

In this episode, Anna Chavez and Griffin Hansen tell the story of how they honored the legacy of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles by successfully campaigning for a historical marker in the TMNT birthplace of Dover, New Hampshire. Hansen, a film director and writer, is a Dover native, while Chavez is an artist and dedicated TMNT fan. Check out the m…

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