Zone 4

The crew is back with a special Headlines Edition talking about several recent headlines in the world of comics and related media. But first, Ron starts off an account of the life and celebrity of recently deceased astronaut Neil Armstrong From there, we dive into headlines, including Rob Liefeld quitting DC and his Twitter war with Scott Snyder, Bluewater leaving Diamond, Arrow news and much more! Also, Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and don't forget the Zone 4 Contest to create our game - only two weeks until the deadline, so get to creating! (Original Numbering: Episode #181) Sponsoring This Episode of Zone 4... September 22-23, 2012 in Cincinnati, OH www.cincinnaticomicexpo.com Headlines Covered Neil Armstrong Passes Away Rob Liefeld Quits DC Bluewater Leaves Diamond Huntress on Arrow No Powers on Arrow New Arrow Trailer Superman and Wonder Woman Romance B.P.R.D. Renumbers at #100 Sharon Carter Casting Ben Affleck Denies JLA Rumors Memphit Fur Meet www.mephitfurmeet.org Pandoracon www.pand

With Brant nowhere to be found, Gordon, Captain Ron and John carry on and talk about, respectively, Chicago Geek Breakfast, PulpFest 2012, and IndyFurCon 2012 among other things. Plus, several headlines are discussed. And of course, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs and all the usual stuff. (Original Numbering: Episode #180) Also, don't forget the Zone 4 Contest to create our game! Sponsoring This Episode of Zone 4... September 28-30, 2012 in Cincinnati, OH www.pandoracon.com PulpFest 2012 www.pulpfest.com Ron's PulpFest Report on CR IndyFurCon www.indyfurcon.com Chicago Geek Breakfast chicagogeekbreakfast.eventbrite.com Captain Action: Riddle of the Glowing Men http://comicrelated.com/news/17210/good-samaritan-preview Memphit Fur Meet www.mephitfurmeet.org Cincinatti Comic Expo www.cincinnaticomicexpo.com Bar Tab of Rassilon www.facebook.com/BarTabofRassilon CR Podcasting Network www.comicrelated.com/podcasts.php

It's a CR Podcast crossover as Spaced from Nerd Girls Eye View enters the Zone! Also in the zone joining Brant and Gordon is Mike Luoma, and the four discuss the ins and outs of podcasting and more. Plus, talk about comics, television and various other topics before the main topic! And of course, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs and all the usual stuff. (Original Numbering: Episode #179) Also, don't forget the Zone 4 Contest to create our game! Sponsoring This Episode of Zone 4... September 22-23, 2012 in Cincinnati, OH www.cincinnaticomicexpo.com If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. Nerd Girls Eye View www.facebook.com/nerdgirlseyeview www.twitter.com/crnerdgirls nerdgirlseyeview.tumblr.com Doctor Who Meet-Up & Bar Tab of Rassilon facebook.com/bartabofrassilon 7Pi-Con http://pi-con.org Good Samaritan: Unto Dust http://comicrelated.com/news/17210/good-samaritan-preview Shark Week on CR http://www.comicrelated.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=12158 CR Podcasting N

The crew returns to discuss the pros and cons of solo titles vs. team books, and which type appeals to each of them and why. Plus, catching up with the guys and their week, talking headlines, movies, TV shows, events and much more. And of course, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs and all the usual stuff. (Original Numbering: Episode #178) Sponsoring This Episode of Zone 4... www.pandoracon.com h2>Chicago Geek Breakfast chicagogeekbreakfast.eventbrite.com Indy FurCon www.indyfurcon.com Cincinatti Comic Expo www.cincinnaticomicexpo.com Pandoracon www.pandoracon.com Pulpfest www.pulpfest.com CR Podcasting Network www.comicrelated.com/podcasts.php

The crew returns with a different kind of Zone 4 episode. First they chit-chat in usual fashion about their weeks, comic news and do Facebook Shout-Outs. Then, they present the unaired 8th episode of spinoff show, Transmissions from Zone 4 for the first time ever! After that, they come back together to do their usual plugs and wrapping up things to bring the show to a close. (Original Numbering: Episode #177)

The crew returns as they welcome writer Chris Roberson to the show to talk about his various past, current and upcoming projects, from Memorial, to Masks, to Reign, to Star Trek/Legion of Super-Heroes, to Superman and more! Plus, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and good fun all around! (Original Numbering: Episode #176) www.ChrisRoberson.net @Chris_Roberson on Twitter MonkeyBrainComics.com If you'd like to sponsor an episode of Zone 4, go here for details, or email us. Stuff We Talked About on the Show This Week: Pro Se Presents #12 The monthly pulp title, PRO SE PRESENTS # 12 for July features a brand new Brother Bones story by Ron Fortier called, "The Bruiser From Bavaria,) and gets the cover spot, as illustrated by Sean Ali. Pro Se Presents #12 on Amazon Indy FurCon www.indyfurcon.com Ringtail Cafe www.RingtailCafe.com Chicago Geek Breakfast chicagogeekbreakfast.eventbrite.com Knights of P.O.W.E.R.

The crew returns joined by reservist Mike Luoma to talk about all the news that caught their attention from the 2012 San Diego Comic-Con last week. Listen to them reveal what their favorite news out of the show was, and maybe catch some stuff you missed in the whirlwind of news spilling out over the past several days. Plus, Mike talks about his new column at Comic Related, Cosmic Crackle. Also, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and good fun all around! (Original Numbering: Episode #175) www.ZONE4PODCAST.com SPONSOR OF THE WEEK Alibi Jones for FREE AlibiJones.com https://www.smashwords.com/books/view/4034 Cosmic Crackle http://comicrelated.com/categories.php?column=Cosmic%20Crackle Glow-in-the-Dark Radio GlowInTheDarkRadio.com http://www.comicrelated.com/podcasts.php  Ringtail Cafe www.RingtailCafe.com Zone 4 Contest http://www.zone4podcast.com/?page_id=861 Comic Related Podcasting Network www.comicrelated.com/podcasts.php

The crew returns joined by Eric Ratcliffe as they discuss Marvel's newly announced initiative beginning in October, Marvel NOW! It's not a reboot! They say. Hear what WE have to say about it! PLUS, Ron gives the details and story behind the recent huge announcement from Airship 27 Productions about their first licensed property, Captain Action and the upcoming, first ever Captain Action pulp novel! Also, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and good fun all around! (Original Numbering: Episode #174) Captain Action airship27.com Eric Ratcliffe's Works lovecomics.libsyn.com/rss www.newcomicday.net youtube.com/zackhunter Gordon's Upcoming Events chicagogeekbreakfast.eventbrite.com Learnapalooza www.learnapaloozachi.com Zone 4 Contest http://www.zone4podcast.com/?page_id=861 Comic Related Podcasting Network www.comicrelated.com/podcasts.php

Brant and Ron return for a special Movie Review extra episode talking about the recently released film The Amazing Spider-Man! SPOILER ALERT! Major story points will be discussed, but we don't spoil everything... but a lot! Listen at your own risk!  (Original Numbering: Zone 4 - Extra: The Amazing Spider-Man Film Review)  www.ZONE4PODCAST.com

The crew returns with an "Independents" Day special, talking about some of our favorite independent titles. John also gives us a brief report on this past weekend's Derby City Comic Con. Speaking of Derby City, in our headlines we discuss the acquisition of the con by CR's own Chuck Moore and Pandora Promotions. Plus DC in over their head with the relaunch, and Ryan Reynolds as Highlander? Also, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and good fun all around!  (Original Numbering: Episode #173) www.ZONE4PODCAST.com SPONSORS Knights of P.O.W.E.R. Scott DM Simmons' "Knights of P.O.W.E.R." on Kickstarter INDEPENDENT COMICS MENTIONED: The Rocketeer DNAgents Mage Noble Causes Miserable Dastards V.I.C.E. The Eyes of Asia The Silencers Atomic Robo The Confectionaries Ringtail Cafe T.A.K. The Uniques Rainbow in the Dark No Gods Did Somebody Call for a Hero? Titanium Rain Argo Comics Twilight Star Studios Redbud Studio Comics Ape Entertainment Arcana Comics Ronin Studios The Black Coat Athena

The crew returns joined by reservist Mike Luoma as they discuss the possibilities of B-Level characters from Marvel and DC as films and whether it's a good or bad thing. And they talk about which TV shows from the past would make great comics. Plus, Ron gives a report from the first ever Denver Comic Con, and the guys cover several comic film and television related headlines. Also, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and good fun all around!  (Original Numbering: Episode #172) www.ZONE4PODCAST.com  SPONSORS PEDRO CRUZ www.pedro-cruz.blogspot.com http://pedrocruzonline.blogspot.pt http://metanoiacomic.blogspot.pt/ http://pedrocruz.deviantart.com/   DERBY CITY COMIC CON www.derbycitycomiccon.com Glow-in-the-Dark Radio www.glowinthedarkradio.com Chicago Geek Breakfast  http://chicagogeekbreakfast.eventbrite.com/ Chicago Doctor Who Meetup www.meetup.com Mr. Jigsaw #10 http://indyplanet.com/store/product_info.php?products_id=7207 Jungle Tales www.comicrelated.com/news/16675/jungle-tales www.derbycitycomiccon.

The crew returns joined by Eric Ratcliffe in Ron's absence as they discuss current and upcoming comics. From Avengers Vs. X-Men, to Before Watchmen, to Daredevil, the Court of Owls, Aquaman, Morning Glories and much more. Plus, film and event talk, upcoming appearances, and a contest reminder. Also, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and good fun all around! (Original Numbering: Episode #171)  www.ZONE4PODCAST.com   SPONSOR: PEDRO CRUZ www.pedro-cruz.blogspot.com http://pedrocruzonline.blogspot.pt http://metanoiacomic.blogspot.pt/ http://pedrocruz.deviantart.com/ http://lovecomics.libsyn.com/rss http://www.youtube.com/zackhunter www.newcomicday.net Chicago Geek Breakfast  http://chicagogeekbreakfast.eventbrite.com/ Cheapskate Film Festival www.blogthispal.com T.A.K. www.ringtailcafe.com/tak www.pandoracon.com www.comicrelated.com http://www.heroesonline.com/heroescon/ www.derbycitycomiccon.com

The crew returns with headlines edition, covering everything from the New 52 #0 month, to Ray Bradbury's passing, to movie news and much more. Plus, we launch a brand new contest! Also, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and good fun all around! (Original Numbering: Episode #170)  www.ZONE4PODCAST.com   SPONSOR: PEDRO CRUZ www.pedro-cruz.blogspot.com http://pedrocruzonline.blogspot.pt http://metanoiacomic.blogspot.pt/ http://pedrocruz.deviantart.com/ www.airship27.com Chicago Geek Breakfast  http://chicago-geek-breakfast.gathers.us/ www.airship27.com T.A.K. www.ringtailcafe.com/tak www.pandoracon.com www.derbycitycomiccon.com

The crew returns to discuss some recent headlines, property crossovers, and they play a game of Switcheroo. They take characters from Marvel and DC and switch them over to the competing universe and explain their choices for some good old fashioned What If? style fun! Also, Ron fills us in on his latest monthly Coffee Clutch as the group discussed The Avengers and more. Plus, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and good fun all around! (Original Numbering: Episode #169) www.ZONE4PODCAST.com   SPONSOR: PEDRO CRUZ www.pedro-cruz.blogspot.com http://pedrocruzonline.blogspot.pt http://metanoiacomic.blogspot.pt/ http://pedrocruz.deviantart.com/ Chicago Geek Breakfast  http://chicago-geek-breakfast.gathers.us/ www.airship27.com T.A.K. www.ringtailcafe.com/tak www.pandoracon.com

The crew returns to discuss the latest movie news on all comic related films from Avengers, to G.I. Joe Retaliation, to Iron Man 3, to Prometheus and much more! Also, find out about the guys' week, including Brant leaving the house and going to Forge Con with John and the Ringtail Cafe crew. Plus, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and the Captain nearly causes us to miss our flight! All this and more in this week's episode of Zone 4! (Original Numbering: Episode #168)  www.ZONE4PODCAST.com Tales of the Rook www.barryreese.net T.A.K. www.ringtailcafe.com/tak

The crew returns to discuss the pros, cons, ups, downs and everything else about Kickstarter and programs like it. Opinions from all sides are expressed. And the conversation flows into other options like print on demand, etc. Plus, more Facebook shout-outs, plugs, and an extended outtake on... baseball? (Original Numbering: Episode #167)  www.ZONE4PODCAST.com  The Unofficial Sponsor of This Episode: forgecon.ning.com Mike Luoma's Souverain the Kid from Earthbound Comics Learnapalooza Green Hornet: Still at Large

The crew returns to discuss the hit comic book movie of the hour, THE AVENGERS! It's a SPOILER-RIFIC episode as the guys discuss everything they can think of from the film, and play studio heads talking about what they'd like to see next. Plus, more Facebook shout-outs, find out what the guys have been writing, and more! (Original Numbering: Episode #166) And be sure to listen to the end for a special cut scene during the "credits"!  www.ZONE4PODCAST.com  The Unofficial Sponsor of This Episode: forgecon.ning.com

The crew returns as Ron and Gordon talk about the recent Windy City Pulp and Paper Show, Ron shares his Free Comic Book Day experience, and Ron, Gordon and John give non-spoiler thoughts on The Avengers while Brant (who hadn't seen it by recording day) hides in the background. Plus more shout-outs, plugs and more! (Original Numbering: Episode #165)  www.ZONE4PODCAST.com  The Unofficial Sponsor of This Episode: forgecon.ning.com

The crew returns joined by Eric Ratcliffe to talk about his experience at the 2012 Boston Comic Con and other stuff he has in the works. Of course, the guys all give info on their recent happenings as well. Plus, more Facebook shout-outs and Boston comic trivia! (Original Numbering: Episode #164)  www.ZONE4PODCAST.com This Episode is Sponsored by: www.GordonDymowski.com Eric Ratcliffe New Comic Day Facebook Twitter Why I Love Comics Podcast Boston Comic Con www.bostoncomiccon.com Tom and Walter Bonham tackle the comic book issues of the day at BURNING COMICS! http://tschamp.podomatic.com Ron Fortier on FCBD www.gryphongamesandcomics.com BAR TAB OF RASSILON eGen TV is hosting An Evening with eGen at the Highball Lounge to help raise money to get us into, and finish building out, a new studio space.  To that end, we are having the event on April 29th beginning at 6p.m. and continuing until 12 midnight. There will be live music, a stand-up comedy showcase, an Indie film screening, not to mention a gloriou

The crew returns joined by reservist John Wilson as he and Gordon fill us in on their experiences at C2E2 and much more. Plus, more Facebook shout-outs and news coming out of C2E2 perhaps? Listen to find out. (Original Numbering: Episode #163) Spaced (Nerd Girls) and Amy with Shia LaBeouf at C2E2  www.ZONE4PODCAST.com This Episode is Sponsored by: www.GordonDymowski.com NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION If you'd like to donate to the cause, you can do so here: http://suicidepreventionlifeline.com/GetInvolved/Donate.aspx BETTER IN THE DARK Two Guys Outta Brooklyn Talk Movies DJ COMICS CAVALCADE Silver Age Comics Through Modern Eyes Join us now at www.earth-2.net! C2E2 Check Out Comic Related's C2E2 Hub! Tom and Walter Bonham tackle the comic book issues of the day at BURNING COMICS! http://tschamp.podomatic.com BAR TAB OF RASSILON eGen TV is hosting An Evening with eGen at the Highball Lounge to help raise money to get us into, and finish building out, a new studio space.  To that end, we are having the event