NEEDLESS THINGS PODCAST 170 – MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE NEEDLESS COMMENTARY

Who will possess the Power of Greyskull?

I was thrilled to join Phantom Troublemaker and his Needless Things Irregulars (Beau Brown, Arian Gulick, and Ryan Cadaver) in the Phantom Zone for this episode as we re-watch and discuss 1987's Masters of the Universe movie. Does it hold up? Is it better than we remember? How awesome is Frank Langella as Skeletor? Is that Star Trek Voyager's Tom Paris Living In A Box? All these questions and more are answered in this thrilling episode of the Needless Things podcast. Good journey.

Bobby

Part of an ongoing series – the Needless Things Irregulars gather in the Phantom Zone to provide their own unique commentary on classic

Frank Langella: perfect Skeletor

genre films!

Special guests Mr. Beau Brown and Award-Winning Bobby Nash join the Commentary Team for the 1987 Masters of the Universe!

Thirty years ago children all over the world were disappointed by Cannon's live action adaptation of Mattel's Masters of the Universe toy line. While director Gary

What fans expected.

Goddard, production designer William Stout, and the rest of the cast and crew worked their hardest to create an epic science fiction and fantasy experience, The Cannon Group's notorious budget limitations kept them from providing the movie fans wanted.

Now, three decades later and thirty years wiser, the Needless Commentary team reviews He-Man's Hollywood debut to see if there are, perhaps, redeeming qualities that were missed the first time around. Or if not, if the movie is at least better than Krull!

What fans got.

Listen in as Phantom Troublemaker, Bobby Nash, Beau Brown, Arian, and Ryan Cadaver gather in the Phantom Zone to offer up their thoughts on this 1987 Courtney Cox classic!

Listen to Needless Things Podcast 170 – Masters of the Universe Needless Commentary HERE!

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“Living in A Box” by Living in A Box from their debut album Living in A Box

THE WRAP UP! TIMEGATE GOES OUT ON A HIGH NOTE!

My Timegate 2016 author table!

Timegate 2016 program book

Last weekend I was a guest at Timegate 2016! I've been a guest at TimeGate a number of times in the past and I always have a great time. Timegate is a small show compared to beasts like DragonCon and San Diego Comicon, but that's a big part of its charm. It's a relaxicon where you can sit back and enjoy spending time with fans and guests alike. Little did I know that this year's con would be the final TimeGate. Yes. As with all good things, this too has come to an end, but this is science fiction so nothing stays gone forever.

Next year, TimeGate regenerates (see what I did there?) into WHOLANTA!

TimeGate (and next year, WHOLANTA) is an annual Doctor Who

WHOLANTA begins 2017!

and British media and culture convention in Atlanta, GA. Attendees come from all over the Southeast, all over the nation and even from as far away as England to take part in the festivities. Launched in 2005, the convention hits its 10 year anniversary in 2015 with special guest Katy Manning and Michelle Gomez. Past Doctor Who guests have included actors Colin Baker, Sophie Aldred, Mary Tamm, John Levene, Colin Spaull and Caitlin Blackwood, script editors Terrance Dicks and Andrew Cartmel, composer Dominic Glynn, film editor Louis Robinson, and more.

Ma and my...
TAAA-AAR-RDIS!

For 2016, we celebrated 20 years of the 8th Doctor with special guest, the 8th Doctor himself, Paul McGann. I was fortunate to meet Mr. McGann, who was easily accessible and such a nice guy. A great guest. I'm kicking myself for not grabbing a photo with him. I also got to spend time with some amazing guests like Louise Robinson (one of the nicest people you'll ever meet) Nicholas Briggs, Terry Malloy, Jason Haigh-Ellery from Big Finish, my pals from the ESO Network, who were out in full force-- Mike Faber, Mike Gordon, Jennifer Hartshorn, Judy Faber, William Faber, Dr. Scott Viguie, Debbie Viguie, Jason De La Torre, Rita De La Torre, and quite a few friends of the station. Also on hand were artist Dimitri Walker, authors Jonathan French, A.R. Cook, and Lee Martindale, Monsterama's Anthony Taylor, Lt. Moxie Magnus, and more.

I had a table set up with my books, including the new Sherlock Holmes/Domino Lady trade collection, which was my biggest seller of the weekend. I also did 3 panels and Gallifrey Game Night, which was more laughs than I ever thought it would be.

I'd also like to say special thanks to Rebecca Perry for helping me with my table during the con while I ran off to do panels. Much appreciated.

Click Read More... to read about the panels and see photos from TimeGate 2016.

MEET AUTHOR BOBBY NASH THIS WEEKEND AT TIMEGATE!

Photo from previous TimeGate appearance courtesy of Geek Behind The Lens Photography.

Join me this weekend for Timegate 2016!

TimeGate is an annual Doctor Who and British media and culture convention in Atlanta, GA. Attendees come from all over the Southeast, all over the nation and even from as far away as England to take part in the festivities. Launched in 2005, the convention hits its 10 year anniversary in 2015 with special guest Katy Manning and Michelle Gomez. Past Doctor Who guests have included actors Colin Baker, Sophie Aldred, Mary Tamm, John Levene, Colin Spaull and Caitlin Blackwood, script editors Terrance Dicks and Andrew Cartmel, composer Dominic Glynn, film editor Louis Robinson, and more.

For 2016, join us as we celebrate 20 years of the 8th Doctor with special guest, Paul McGann. You can see the full guest list here.

I will have a table set up with my books, including the new Sherlock Holmes/Domino Lady trade collection, a good fit for this convention, I think. I'll also be going panels throughout the weekend. 

Click Read More... to see my panel schedule for TimeGate 2016.

TIMEGATE 2016 PANEL SCHEDULE RELEASED!

The panel schedule is live!

Ready to start planning your TimeGate weekend?

The only way to travel.

Well, now you can!

The TimeGate 2016 Programming Schedule is here! This is a full list of everything we have planned for you for this year's convention. Keep in mind that there may still be an edit or two over the coming week, as we finalize panelists and make final tweaks (there are a couple of panelist conflicts we have to resolve). Once the schedule is completely finished, the app will be loaded with all the event information and released. You'll be hearing more about some exciting changes with the app very soon. For now, though, you can consider the schedule to be about 95% complete. (Like battle, no con schedule survives contact with the enemy. Ha!)

You can find the full Google Doc schedule here on on Timegate's website.

Here's my panel schedule for TimeGate 2016.

Saturday 3:00 p.m.

I was an Atlanta Movie Extra and Other Tales of Local Filmmaking

Panelists: Angela Berry, Robert Loyd, Bobby Nash, Anthony Taylor, Adam Throne

Saturday 4:00 p.m.

Marvel Cinematic Universe: Too Much or Too Little of a Good Thing?

Panelists: Jennifer Hartshorn, Jonathan French, Bobby Nash, Henry Hanks, Angela Berry

Saturday 10:00 p.m.

Gallifrey Game Night

Panelists: Lt. Moxie Magnus, Courtland Lewis, Bobby Nash, Alan Siler

Sunday 1:00 p.m.

It's Not the Years, It's the Mileage: 35 Years of Indy

Panelists: Darin Bush, Scott Viguie, Bobby Nash, Debbie Viguie

My 2015 TimeGate table

I will also have a table at the convention where I will have books for sale or if you just want to stop by and say hello or chat. 

If you're there Saturday night, please come out to Gallifrey Game Night. I have no idea what I'm in for so I can use all the cheering, friendly faces I can get. I'm a little nervous.

See you there.

Bobby

EARTH STATION ONE EPISODE 206 – MISSION TO VERONICA MARS

The week, the ESO crew travels to Neptune to visit Mars. Veronica Mars, that is. Mike Faber, Mike Gordon, and the award-winning author Bobby Nash are joined by Marshmallows Rebecca Perry, Lindzee Morgan, and Thomas Deja to discuss the little series that recently hit the big screen. We also chase Ric Croxton and Art Sippo out of The Book Cave and into the Geek Seat. Plus, Khan Reports on a couple of new cons from Mike G. & Bobby (MGA Con) and Drew Leiter (Indiana Comic Con). Special appearance by Tommy Hancock to introduce another podcast joining The ESO Network. ESO gets Pulped! (Check out Bobby's latest Pulped! interview here). All this, along with the usual Rants, Raves, and Shout Outs!

Welcome to The ESO Network!
Pulped! The New Pulp Podcast!

Join us for yet another episode of The Earth Station One Podcast we like to call: Mission to Veronica Mars at www.esopodcast.com
Direct link: http://esopodcast.com/earth-station-one-episode-206/

Table of Contents
0:00:00 Intro / Welcome
0:04:23 Rants & Raves
0:24:10 Ric & Art of the Book Cave Podcast Interview & Geek Seat
0:53:58 Veronica Mars
1:42:32 ESO Khan Report w/ Drew Leiter
2:04:18 Welcome Pulped To The ESO Network
2:10:31 ESO Shout Outs & Show Close

Can The Book Cave's hosts
survive The Geek Seat?

Next on Earth Station One...

Next week, The ESO crew puts on their make up and lights those lights because it’s time to get things started on the most sensational, inspirational, celebrational, Muppetational… This is what we call The ESO Show! That’s right, boys and girls, ESO takes a look at The Muppets and the man behind them, Jim Henson. We’ll also have the usual assortment of Rants and Raves, The Khan Report, Shout Outs, two minutes with Dr. Geek, The Geek Seat, and probably a couple of cranky guys in the peanut gallery. You get all this and more next week on the Earth Station One podcast. You won’t want to miss it!

Okay, Gonzo, let ‘er rip!

ESO wants to hear from you. Share your favorite Muppet memories with ESO at esopodcast@gmail.com, www.esopodcast.com, Facebook, Twitter, or Google+. Who knows, we might just share yours on the show.

Download ESO Episode 206 mp3 here.
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EARTH STATION ONE EPISODE 203 – SURPRISING DEATHS IN FICTION

It’s time for the ESO Invitational Dead Pool! Mike Faber, Mike Gordon, the award-winning author Bobby Nash, and author Derrick Ferguson review some big-league fictional deaths that defied prediction and influenced storytelling forever. Plus, we also strap author Adam Lance Garcia to The Geek Seat to see if the Green Lama can save him, and we share stories about our wonderful weekend at Con Nooga. All this, along with the usual Rants, Raves, Khan Report, Two minutes with Dr. Geek, and Shout Outs!

Can Adam survive The Geek Seat?

Join us for yet another episode of The Earth Station One Podcast we like to call: Surprising Deaths in Fiction at www.esopodcast.com
Direct link: http://esopodcast.com/earth-station-one-episode-203/

Table of Contents
0:00:00 Intro / Welcome
0:05:57 Rants & Raves
0:23:11 Interview & Geek Seat w/ Adam Lance Garcia
0:48:21 Surprising Death in Fiction
1:47:32 Dr Geeks Moment of Science

Derrick's latest Dillon

1:49:00 ESO Khan Report
1:58:57 ESO Shout Outs & Show Close

Next on Earth Station One...

Excelsior!

Face front, True Believers! Next week, The ESO crew discusses the career of writer, editor, spokesman, & cameo superstar, Stan “The Man” Lee. Stan Lee had a hand in the creation of the Marvel Universe as writer and editor. Together with his artist partners, Lee helped create The Fantastic Four, Iron Man, Spider-man, The X-Men, The Hulk, and so much more.

Death of Gwen Stacy

But that’s not all, Marvelites! It just wouldn’t be an episode of ESO without Rants and Raves, The Khan Report, Shout Outs, two minutes with Dr. Geek, and you won’t want to miss it when we strap Star Trek Continues Captain Kirk, Vic Mignona into The Geek Seat. You get all this and more next week on the Earth Station One podcast. Don’t miss it!

‘nuff said.

ESO wants to hear from you. What are your favorite Stan Lee stories? Share yours at esopodcast@gmail.com, www.esonetwork.com, Facebook, Twitter, or Google+. Who knows, we might just share yours on the show.

One of many Joss Whedon moments.

Download ESO Episode 203 mp3 here.

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WHAT WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE?

I'm always posting something new here at www.bobbynash.com but I know the site can be better.
What would you like to see more of on this site?

Bobby

LOOK! UP IN THE SKY!

Celebrating 75 years of the Man of Steel.
Happy Birthday, Superman.

Bobby

Earth Station One Episode 147 – The Films of the Coen Brothers

O', brother... I liked a musical.

This week, those dudes of constant sorrow; Mike Faber, Mike Gordon, and Bobby Nash are joined by Jeffrey Powers (Geekazine.com) and Lance Anderson (VergeoftheFringe.com) to spotlight the quirky and ingenious works of the Coen Brothers. Also, writer Nancy Hansen steps away from the keyboard only to find herself in The Geek Seat! All this, plus the usual Rants, Raves, Khan Report, and Shout Outs!

Join us for yet another episode of The Earth Station One Podcast we like to call: The Films of the Coen Brothers at www.esopodcast.com.
Direct link: http://erthstationone.wordpress.com/2013/01/23/earth-station-one-episode-147-the-films-of-the-coen-brothers/

My rave for the week.

Table of Contents
0:00:00 Intro / Welcome
0:07:01 Rants and Raves
0:29:11 Interview & Geek Seat Nancy Hansen
0:49:51 The Films of the Coen Brothers
1:31:33 The ESO Khan Report
1:37:47 ESO Shout Outs & Feedback
1:44:15 Show Close

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Shout Out #1

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Next on Earth Station One...

Next week, the Earth Station One crew straps on Riker’s Beard and Jumps The Shark. That’s right, ESO is looking at those TV show that Jumped The Shark and started off great, but then made a left turn that sent viewers running to change the channel. And just like the Geek Seat, we’re looking at the flip side of the coin as well and discuss shows that have grown Riker’s Beard and started off slowly, but improved in a later season. It’s sure to be a fantastic discussion and we’ll have some special guests join us in the conversation.

Shout Out #2

ESO wants to hear from you. What shows jumped the shark or strapped on Riker’s beard for you? We want to hear all about it at www.esopodcast.com, email us at esopodcast@gmail.com, or call us at 404-963-9057. We might just read yours on the show. Plus, join us for the usual rants, raves, shout outs, and ESO’s Khan Report! It’s going to be an action-packed episode next week at Earth Station One. You should be there as we strap a pair of space skis on JD and have him attempt to jump a space shark.

ESO abides.

Earth Station One Episode 140: Surprising Sequels

So many sequels, so few of them have been good! Every once in a while comes one that lives up to the original. Mike Faber, Mike Gordon, Bobby Nash, and special guest Grundy chat reveal their favorites. And speaking of continuing missions, Star Trek/ Doctor Who comic book writer Scott Tipton takes a turn in The Geek Seat. As if that wasn’t enough, we take a look at AMC’s The Walking Dead as it heads into the fall finale. Plus the usual Rants, Raves, Shout Outs, and the ever-popular Khan Report!

Join us for yet another episode of The Earth Station One Podcast we like to call: Surprising Sequels at www.esopodcast.com.
Direct link: http://erthstationone.wordpress.com/2012/12/05/earth-station-one-episode-140-surprising-sequels/

Table of Contents
0:00:00 Intro / Welcome
0:06:46 Rants & Raves
0:27:36 The Walking Dead Series Three Ep 8 Review
0:42:31 Interview & The Geek Seat w/ Scott Tipton
1:09:47 Surprising Sequels
2:12:58 The Khan Report
2:17:27 ESO Shout Outs
2:26:19 Show Close

Next on Earth Station One...

Next week, Earth Station One takes a look back at Highlander. From a surprise cult classic to a franchise, to the various television spin-off series through talks of a reboot, Highlander has proven to have staying power. Sharpen your swords as Transmissions From Atlantis’ Jason and Rita De Le Torre join Mike Faber, Mike Gordon, and Bobby Nash to trace the history of The Clan MacLeod.

Plus, ESO sits down with Andy Mangels, co-author of the Lou Scheimer biography, Creating The Filmation Generation. Andy also takes a turn in The Geek Seat. And it wouldn’t be ESO without the usual rants, raves, shout outs, and the ever-popular Khan Report! It’s going to be another action-packed episode of Earth Station One you won’t want to miss because in the end... there can be... only one.

ESO wants to hear from you. Tell us your favorite Highlander moments and memories. Are you excited for the rumored reboot of the Highlander film series? Have you visited a convention or planning one? We’d love to hear from you at www.esopodcast.com, email us at esopodcast@gmail.com, or call 404-963-9057. We might just read yours on the show. Follow ESO on Facebook and Twitter.

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CHECK OUT EARTH STATION ONE’S NEW ON-LINE STOREFRONT

As you know, I co-host the weekly Earth Station One podcast. ESO has set up a new Amazon astore complete with books, movies, and the like that fits with topics discussed on the show and product featuring Friends of The ESO Network. If you hear us talking about something on the show that you’d like to check out, please visit the ESO Amazon astore at http://astore.amazon.com/earstaone05-20.

Purchases made through the ESO astore helps the podcast pay for bandwidth, storage space, and possibly a cup of coffee.

There’s even a section featuring some of my books. You can find that by clicking here.

Thanks for supporting Earth station One and the ESO Network of podcasts. We appreciate it.

Bobby

Earth Station One Episode 123: Clint Eastwood Icon

Go ahead. Make his day.

This week, the ESO crew spotlights one of the greatest actor/director legends of all time, Clint Eastwood. Mike, Mike, Bobby and the award-winning artist Mark Maddox look over his long career with reverence and awe. While there are a few smudges on his resume, it doesn’t get much better than Clint! We also chat with Ed Catto about Building a Bonfire and bringing back Captain Action. All this, plus a special Rant & Rave Roundtable, some Shout Outs, and of course, the Khan Report!

Join us for yet another episode of The Earth Station One Podcast we like to call: Clint Eastwood Icon at www.esopodcast.com.
Direct link: http://erthstationone.wordpress.com/2012/08/10/earth-station-one-episode-123-clint-eastwood-icon/

Table of Contents
0:00:00 Intro / Welcome
0:07:23 Rants & Raves
0:37:52 Ed Catto in the Geek Seat
1:14:45 Clint Eastwood
2:24:06 Khan Report
2:48:21 ESO Shout Outs
2:52:42 Show Close

If you would like to leave feedback or a comment on the show please call the ESO feedback line at (404)963-9057 (remember long distance charges may apply) or feel free to email us at esopodcast@gmail.com

Next on Earth Station One...

Next week, the ESO crew once again boards the good ship Red Dwarf for a recap of series VII, VIII, and Back To Earth. And ESO want to hear from you. What are your favorite Red Dwarf moments? Let us know at www.esopodcast.com, at the ESO Facebook Group, @EarthStationOne on Twitter, email us at esopodcast@gmail.com, or call us at 404-963-9057. We might just read yours on the show. Plus, join us for the usual rants, raves, shout outs, and Mike’s Khan Report! It’s going to be an action-packed episode next week at Earth Station One.

BOBBY NASH’S 2012 DRAGON CON SCHEDULE

Dragon Con has released my panel and signing schedule for this year’s convention, held August 31 - September 3 in Atlanta, GA.

Bobby Nash’s 2012 Dragon Con Schedule:

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Title: Here We Go Again: Sci-Fi Movie & TV Remakes
Description: Our clever commentators probe remakes, reboots, and re-imaginings. Which ones were good ideas, and which were regrettable regurgitations?
Time: Fri 10:00 am Location: A703 - Marriott (Length: 1 Hour)

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Title: Pulp History
Description: From western penny mags to early sci-fi digests, great literature has come on cheap paper. Past, present & future collide in serialized dime fiction.
Time: Sat 11:30 am Location: International BC - Westin (Length: 1 Hour)

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Title: Autograph Session
Time: Sat 04:00 pm Location: M301 - M304 - Marriott (Length: 1 Hour)

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Title: Reading: Bobby Nash
Time: Sun 11:30 am Location: Roswell - Hyatt (Length: 1 Hour)

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Title: New Pulp
Description: What is new pulp and why are we enjoying a resurgence of the genre at this time?
Time: Sun 04:00 pm Location: Greenbriar - Hyatt (Length: 1 Hour)

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Title: Clockwork Comics: Superheroes Battling Through History
Description: From Gilgamesh to Iron Man, humanity has always had its heroes, and they've always traveled to alternate times.
Time: Sun 05:30 pm Location: International BC - Westin (Length: 1 Hour)

In addition to these times, I will also have signings at the New Legend Productions booth where Michael Gordon, Mark Maddox, and myself will be signing preview copies of Strong Will, our upcoming graphic novel. I’ll also spend some time at Jason Flowers’ booth as we promote the upcoming Bloody Olde Englund graphic novel. Both of these booths will be in the Comic and Pop Art exhibit hall at the Hyatt. Plus, there are always last minute changes and additions. I’ll post those updates here and in the Conventions/Appearances tab.

I’ll post more details on those signings as I have them.

Looking forward to seeing you at the con.

Bobby

Earth Station One Episode 122: Blockbuster – The Summer Movies of 1982

This week, the ESO crew travels back to a time before texts, tweets, and Twilight. A wondrous age when nearly every trip to the movie theater was a viewing of a future classic. Blade Runner, ET – The Extra-Terrestrial, The Dark Crystal, Tron, First Blood, Conan the Barbarian, Fast Times at Ridgemont High, and many more made their debut that year. Mike, Mike, Bobby, and guests Derrick Ferguson, Dr. Scott Viguie, and award-winning artist Mark Maddox try to name them all, but one name keeps rising to the top of the list – KHAAAAAAANNNN!!!

Join us for yet another episode of The Earth Station One Podcast we like to call: Blockbuster – The Summer Movies of 1982 at www.esopodcast.com
Direct link: http://erthstationone.wordpress.com/2012/08/03/earth-station-one-episode-122-blockbuster-the-summer-movies-of-1982/

Table of Contents
0:00:00 Intro / Welcome
0:07:11 Rants & Raves 1982 Style
0:49:51 The Dark Knight Rises Review
2:04:53 Khan Report
2:22:03 ESO Shout Outs
2:32:45 Show Close

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Next on Earth Station One...

There are two kinds of people in this world, my friend. Those who are Clint Eastwood and those who enjoy Clint Eastwood movies. We enjoy.

That’s right, next week, the ESO crew continues its look at film directors by tackling an American icon, writer/actor/director Clint Eastwood.

ESO wants to hear from you. What are your favorite Clint Eastwood movies and why? Let us know at www.esopodcast.com, at the ESO Facebook Group, @EarthStationOne on Twitter, email us at esopodcast@gmail.com, or call us at 404-963-9057. We might just read yours on the show. Plus, join us for the usual rants, raves, shout outs, and Mike’s Khan Report! It’s going to be an action-packed episode next week at Earth Station One.