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The crew returns with a whole slew of TV and Film news, from new trailers, to castings, to reality show contests for roles in films, and much more! Man of Steel, Iron Man 3, Lone Ranger, Ninja Turtles and many more. Ron also gives a report on the 2013 Windy City Pulp & Paper Convention. And Gordon shares his experience of stand-up comedy. Plus, Facebook Shout-Outs, plugs and more. (Original Numbering: Episode #214) Sponsor of the Week www.DerbyCityComicCon.com If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. You can now find Zone 4 on Stitcher.com as well! This Week's Links and Topics Boston Comic Con Postponed Zod Teaser New Man of Steel Trailer A New Star Wars Movie Every Year? TV Show HEROES to Come Back... Exclusively on Xbox International Lone Ranger Trailer Lobo First DLC Character for Injustice: Gods Among Us Terry Moore's Rachel Rising Comes to TV The Next DC Animated Film: The Flashpo

This is the first episode of the brand new Zone 4 spinoff show, HALL OF TOYS! The logo above is the temporary logo for the show. :) Host Brant and Chris talk about the latest and upcoming toys, video games, board games and collectibles. They also pick a main topic to discuss each time, and will sometimes be joined by guests. Here's the format for this episode: INTRO: The guys tell you what the show is all about. TOY TALK: They then discuss some recently released and upcoming action figures, statues, and other collectible items. MAIN TOPIC: This week the topic is on toys: Are Toys Just for Kids Anymore? GAMING GAB: The guys discuss Bioshock Infinite and Injustice: Gods Among Us. TABLE TOP TALK: Then they discuss some board game news. AND... ACTION FIGURE!: Each episode they will each select a figure or set to highlight. This week it's the Iron Man Mark IV Set 2 for Chris, the G.I. Joe: Retaliation Firefly figure for Brant. CLOSING UP SHOP: And then they bring the show to a close. www.ZONE4PODCAST.com If you'd

The crew returns with an All-DC Comics episode as everything they discuss relates to DC. From the headlines (and there were a few big ones), to the sponsor, to the main topic, which is all about Young Justice! The guys talk about what they loved about the show, the missed opportunities in canceling it and much more. Plus, we have brand new shout-outs! And of course our regular plugs section! (Original Numbering: Episode #213) Sponsor of the Week www.DerbyCityComicCon.com If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. You can now find Zone 4 on Stitcher.com as well! This Week's Links and Topics DC Solicits for July 2013 Trinity War Begins Superboy... the Son of Lois and Clark? Carrie Kelley in the DCnU Batman, Incorporated Canceled First Look at The Movement Batman: Arkham Origins New Batwing: Luke Fox When DC Canceled Young Justice it Destroyed a Universe   DarkAvengerINC.com BrooklynBoy

The crew returns to celebrate their FOUR-YEAR ANNIVERSARY! Zone 4 launched on April 3, 2009 and is still going strong! To celebrate, the guys give updates on the various Zone 4 projects, and announce a special treat for fans in celebration of their birthday! But before all that, there are tons of headlines talked about, from LucasArts, to Bruce Timm, to Rick Remender's "mutant" controversy, to new Marvel movie stills and more! And then later, it's an extended section of "Plugs" called UNPLUGGED as the guys fill listeners in on what they have going on outside Zone 4. Plus more Facebook shout-outs than you'll know what to do with, games and more! (Original Numbering: Episode #212) Sponsor of the Week www.DerbyCityComicCon.com You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see d

The crew returns with Chris Ventura in tow as we take a look at the first issue of Mark Waid's take on Green Hornet from Dynamite Entertainment. Gordon joins us once again via pre-recorded audio giving his take. We also discuss various headlines, including DC and Marvel video games, the Wolverine trailers and more. Plus more Facebook shout-outs, plugs and general hilarity! (Original Numbering: Episode #211) You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Links and Topics Loot Crate Brant's Loot Crate Review Infinite Crisis Game Marvel Heroes Launch Date Clone Wars Disbanding No Plans to Kill John Stewart After All Walking Dead Board Games Wolverine Full-Length Trailers Quantum & Woody Preview New DC Villains Documentary Stan Lee's

The crew returns to take a look at June solicitations for Dark Horse, IDW, Image, Archie and Valiant, giving their picks for each of the companies. They also discuss various headlines, including the latest crop of DC creative issues, and the Ant-Man test footage. Plus more Facebook shout-outs, plugs and general hilarity! (Original Numbering: Episode #210) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK www.gemcitycomiccon.com You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Links and Topics Cobra Kickstarter Parody Zircher Leaves Valiant for DC Teen Titans GO! Promo Andy Diggle Leaves Action Comics Joshua Hale Fialkov Leaves Lantern Books Fialkov Leaves for John Stewart Neil Gaiman Returns to Marvel, Brings Spawn Character With Dark Horse June Solicits IDW Jun

The crew returns joined by reservist Mike Luoma as they announce the winners of the 2012 Zonies as chosen by you, the fans! They also discuss a comic sent to us by Dan Sehn of Argo Comics in Argo 5 #0. Gordon, who couldn't be on the show, even drops by with a review of the book set to music! They delve into some movie and TV headlines as there was a bunch this week. And for Topic Time, they discuss Marvel and DC solicitations for June. Plus more Facebook shout-outs, plugs and general hilarity! (Original Numbering: Episode #209) You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Links and Topics Argo Comics Comic Related's Film Blog Marvel June 2013 Solicits DC June 2013 Solicits The "Hire Me, Pal!" Initiative Glow In the Dark Radio TV Party -

The crew returns to discuss the current and future state of comic book movies. How many more years will we get them, and is there a point the fad just fades away or jumps the shark? Before that, though, we get into some discussion about ageism, talk several interesting headlines, and give a final reminder on voting for the Zonies. Of course, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs and all that good stuff. And we talk about two brand new Zone 4 spinoff shows in the works! (Original Numbering: Episode #208) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK Dan Con 2013 Spring You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Links and Topics Jerry Ordway's Blog Post Ron's 55+ Idea Superman Unchained Superman Lawsuit Continues Kevin Smith's Secret DC Project New Iron Man 3 Trailer No Pla

The crew returns with a headline heavy episode of the show. Lots of news to talk about, from deaths, to reboots, to teasers, to film, to television and more! So dig in for this news edition of the podcast. Plus, we touch briefly on the latest episode of Arrow, talk some John Carter, comment on the Oscars and more! We also give a reminder about the Zonies (Voting is now open! Head to our Facebook page!), tease upcoming episodes, and of course more Facebook shout-outs and plugs! (Original Numbering: Episode #207) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK Dan Con 2013 Spring You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Links and Topics No More WTF More Robyn Hood IDW To Do Cartoon Network Comics Marvel's Next Big Thing? Teaser 1 Marvel's Next Big Thing? Teaser 2 Robin

The crew returns as they take a look at the first two issues of the Brian Wood penned STAR WARS series published by Dark Horse Comics, giving their thoughts and reactions to the book so far. Very few minor spoilers, and they are indicated in the discussion. We don't give too much away. (Original Numbering: Episode #206) Plus, we catch up on ARROW talking in particular about the two most recent episodes, Odyssey and Dodger. And we talk some headlines, from TV, to film, to comics. If that wasn't enough, we announce the nominees for the 2012 ZONIES! Of course, there will always be shout-outs and plugs as well. You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Links and Topics Young Justice Ends with Closure, but Open-Ended Star Trek: Into Darkness

The crew returns to discuss fads and trends in pop culture, from zombies, to vampires, to fairy tales and more, and try to predict what's coming next. It's a great discussion that could warrant some follow-up down the line. (Original Numbering: Episode #205) The guys also talk about several headlines, which lead to some interesting and long sidetrack topics. Plus, we celebrate Valentine's Day Zone 4 style... with break-ups! Plus the usual shout-outs, plugs and all that good stuff. And an announcement about the upcoming return of THE ZONIES! You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Links and Topics Miles Morales Quits Superior Spider-Man for May Arrow Renewed Peter Dinklage Joins X-Men: Days of Future Past Peter Dinklage Update Post-Sh

Zone 4 Reviews covering Marvel NOW issues from January and February 2013! This episode I review: Superior Spider-Man #1 Avengers Arena #3 Captan America #3  New Avengers #1  Young Avengers #1  All-New X-Men #6  All-New X-Men #7 www.zone4podcast.com (Original Numbering: Zone 4 Reviews #4: Marvel NOW!)

The crew returns as they ewelcome special guest Dirk Manning to the Zone to talk about his book Write or Wrong: A Writer's Guide to Creating Comics, as well as Dia De Los Muertos and more! Plus, the guys do their usual discussion and rambling. And of course, shout-outs, plugs, and more! (Original Numbering: Episode #204) You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Links DirkManning.com Write or Wrong: A Writer's Guide to Creating Comics on Amazon.com Nightmare World Dia De Los Muertos ShadowlineOnline.com WTF Certified Gordon Does Stand-Up Comedy The Shadow Fan Podcast Pro Se Press' Black Pulp Little Vampires Tony Isabella to Derby City Comic Con (John's Non-Exclusive Announcement) EEK! Little Monsters New Comic Day DarkAvenger

The crew returns as they each build their own team of DC Comics characters and pitch their concepts. Listen as Brant gets ragged on for doing his on the fly. Plus, the guys discuss several headlines, from Cartoon Network cancellations, to IDW picking up X-Files and more. And of course, more shout-outs, plugs, and more! And in the outtakes, we discuss the superhero edition of the TV show Face Off. (Original Numbering: Episode #203) You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Headlines & Plugs Young Justice & Green Lantern Cancelled Iceman, Rogue & Kitty in X-Men: Days of Future Past Maria Hill on SHIELD Eva Green to Sin City IDW Opens X-Files Whedon Still Hoping for Firefely Reunion Sledgehammer 44 Daughter of Dracula Scrip

The crew returns as they each pick a B/C/D lister(s) and bring them back into the limelight, and discuss how they would do it. Plus, the guys discuss several headlines, from Charlie Brown, to Star Wars, to Foggy Nelson's Zone 4 nod in Daredevil? And of course, more shout-outs, plugs, and more! (Original Numbering: Episode #202) SPONSOR OF THE WEEK Dynagirl Kickstarter www.DynagirlOnline.com You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Headlines & Plugs Comic Related is Back! Sort of... Dinah Lance Cast on Arrow Charlie Brown Voice Actor Arrested JJ Abrams to Direct Star Wars VII Wonderman Sherlock Holmes - Consulting Detective Vol. 4 Daughter of Dracula Script Book EEK! Little Monsters Knightly Nightly Derby City Comic Con New Co

The crew returns with their takes on building a better Spider-Man. But before they get to that, there are several news items that they discuss, from Comic Related's hacking situation, to Alphas' cancellation, to DC creative changes and more. Plus, the guys discuss the latest episode of Arrow, which came back this week after a holiday break. (Original Numbering: Episode #201) And of course, more shout-outs, plugs, and the status of the Bingo game! SPONSOR OF THE WEEK Dynagirl Kickstarter www.DynagirlOnline.com You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Plugs Wonderman Airship 27 Productions EEK! Little Monsters Knightly Nightly Derby City Comic Con Twilight Star Studios DarkAvengerINC Comic Related on Facebook Comic Related on YouTube

The crew returns with their 200th episode extravaganza! If you missed the LIVE video version (which you can watch below), here's the audio version you can take with you anywhere. Several guests drop by, including Chuck Moore, Chris Ventura, Mike Ventura, Spider-Man, Lisa Moore and Eric Ratcliffe. There was bacon, there were stories, there was comic talk and so much more! Our guests shared their favorite Zone 4 moments, their favorite bacon dishes, and what comics they are currently enjoying. Ron tried to talk with us from the ether, and it worked for a minute. Much fun was had, so join in the experience! (Original Numbering: Episode #200) You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. If you'd like to donate to the show (one-time or monthly) see details here. This Week's Plugs The Charlie Tonic Hour Derby City Comic Con Tonic Tour

The crew returns for the first episode of 2013 as they talk about breaking in to comics or any creative field. Listen to their experience and advice as we enter into a new year! They also talk several headlines covering comics, film and television. Of course, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, creative goals for 2013 and more as they count down to 200! A final reminder for the LIVE 200th episode on January 11th! BYOB-Bring Your Own Bacon! It's a brand new year, folks, let's have some fun! (Original Numbering: Episode #199) You may have also noticed on the Zone 4 website, we now have a Donate page in addition to our Sponsor page. Feel free to contact us about either. Unofficial Sponsor: Dynagirl Zone 4 Listener Drive Full details can be found here: http://www.zone4podcast.com/?page_id=967 The basics: Episodes #191-199 will contain 1 key word each, making up 3 three-word phrases. New listeners must email us one of these three-word phrases and "like" us on Facebook to receive the incentive prize. Headlines Discus

The crew returns joined by Chris from Dark Avenger INC as John got carried away by a rogue snowman in Ohio... or something like that. The four look back on the year of 2012 and talk about the more memorable moments or events in comics according to them. They also talk several headlines covering comics, film and television. Of course, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs and more as we count down to 200! And one more tease for the upcoming LIVE 200th episode on January 11th! It's the year-ender episode of Zone 4, and so much fun was had during it! (Original Numbering: Episode #198) Zone 4 Listener Drive Full details can be found here: http://www.zone4podcast.com/?page_id=967 The basics: Episodes #191-199 will contain 1 key word each, making up 3 three-word phrases. New listeners must email us one of these three-word phrases and "like" us on Facebook to receive the incentive prize. Marceline and the Scream Queens #1 SDCC Variant Cover Colored by Lisa Moore and Donated to the 200th Episode! Dark Avenger INC http://

Zone 4 Reviews covering Marvel NOW issues from December 2012! This episode I review: Indestructible Hulk #2  Avengers #2  All-New X-Men #4  A+X #3  Captain America #2 Fantastic Four #2 www.zone4podcast.com (Original Numbering: Zone 4 Reviews #3: Marvel NOW!)