Clownfish Radio | Geek News 'n Views

Fan Entitlement: Geeks Gone Bad!

Sun, 31 Jul 2016 01:18:25 GMT

Fans can be jerks. Prompted by Joss Whedon's exodus from Twitter, in this episode we talk about fan entitlement, and how fans of movies, TV and comics are not just more invested in shows than they've ever been, but they tend to take that fandom to extremes by making unreasonable demands of creators. Can you love a thing TOO much?Subscribe on iTunes: http://bit.ly/ClownfishRadioSubscribe on Stitcher: http://bit.ly/ClownfishStitcherThis episode is brought to you in part by POP Comics at http://www.popcomics.com. Read comics for free on your mobile device today!

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Stranger Things Season 2 Theories!

Sat, 30 Jul 2016 17:09:02 GMT

Poor Barb! Let's talk about the new "it" show, Netflix's 'Stranger Things.' We're completely in love with it, and discuss our thoughts on Season 1 and the possibilities of a second season.Subscribe on iTunes: http://bit.ly/ClownfishRadioSubscribe on Stitcher: http://bit.ly/ClownfishStitcherThis episode is brought to you in part by POP Comics at http://www.popcomics.com. Read comics for free on your mobile device today!

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Ghostbusters New Trailer Reaction!

Fri, 04 Mar 2016 16:18:37 GMT

Love it or hate it, there's a new Ghostbusters team coming your way this summer. Who you gonna call? We do a He Said / She Said style review of the trailer and debate the merits (and groan worthy) moments of what we've seen so far! Does the power of Patty compel you?One the web: http://www.clownfishtv.com

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Pacific Rim 2! More D&D?! - News Bite 02/25/15

Mon, 29 Feb 2016 14:52:37 GMT

Pacific Rim 2 is being released! It's about time! Then, we talk about another live-action Dungeons & Dragons movie -- did anybody actually want this?! While we're at it, let's talk about "Dice Shaming!" Also -- more Deadpool, and more announcements of R-Rated superhero movies! Doctor Who removed from Netflix, but is returning to Amazon Prime! Female stormtrooper armor that would make Captain Phasma proud! 90s nostalgia kicks into gear with Fuller House and Baywatch... the movie!?Our website: http://www.clownfishtv.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/RealClownfishTVFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/ClownfishStudiosOn YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CLOWNFISHstudios

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Deadpool. Deadpool? DEADPOOL! - - News Bite 02/07/15

Fri, 26 Feb 2016 05:00:00 GMT

Deadpool is EVERYWHERE! Viacom announces a TV takeover by everybody's favorite merc with a mouth. And what about a Deadpool / Betty White crossover? THAT would be epic! Then we move on to talk about DC Comics' Rebirth plans, DC's Legends of Tomorrow, and the new season of the X-files! Also, is comic book Starfire a space whore? Why can't she be like the Teen Titans cartoon?!Our website: http://www.clownfishtv.comTwitter: http://twitter.com/RealClownfishTVFacebook: http://www.facebook.com/ClownfishStudiosOn YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CLOWNFISHstudios

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Supergirl vs. Flash! Hasbro/Mattel Merger?! - News Bite 02/06/15

Sun, 07 Feb 2016 00:57:09 GMT

The Flash is coming to Supergirl! Mattel and Hasbro might merge to form the mighty MASBO! The new DOOM remake trailer is JUICY! MacGuyver reboot! Ghostbusters remake news... but where's the actual trailer?!On the web: http://www.clownfishtv.com

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Scooby-Doo Redux is EXTREME! - News Bite 01/29/15

Fri, 29 Jan 2016 21:22:02 GMT

DC Comics is rebooting Scooby-Doo and several other classic Hanna-Barbera properties. But... they're a little EXTREME. From an "edgy" Scooby Doo to a photorealistic Flintstones to a completely wacked out Wacky Races featuring Mad Max style vehicles... is this a good idea? We also talk about graphic novels coming to Walmart, and Darth Vader making an appearance in Star Wars: Rogue One. You'll always be Matt to us, Kylo Ren!On the web: http://www.clownfishtv.com

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Star Trek: Where No Fans Have Been Sued Before - Episode #32

Wed, 27 Jan 2016 16:00:39 GMT

Legal smackdown! Crowdfunded fan film project Star Trek: Axanar is slapped with a lawsuit by Paramount on Christmas Day. Did this Kickstarter campaign blur the line between "fan art" and outright IP theft? Is there a difference? We talk about that, as well as the legality of Artist Alley "fan art" prints and more!On the web: http://www.clownfishtv.com

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HBO and Sesame Street. And Comic Books?! - Episode #31

Thu, 21 Jan 2016 05:01:00 GMT

Somebody has to pay for people to make entertainment. If it's not the consumer, then it's the creator, advertising or other funding sources. Today we're talking about how it's not "selling out" if the alternative is to go off the air or out of print. We equate the recent HBO deal with Sesame Street with comic books and how Marvel and DC have aligned themselves with major corporations to ensure their survival! We also discuss the "Fair Page Rates" and talk about Thom's near brush with The Real World -- this is the true story!Music: Dan O / Epidemic Sound

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Tapastic and the Future of Webcomics - Episode #30

Sat, 16 Jan 2016 06:00:00 GMT

Michael Son from Tapastic.com joins us today! Michael is the Director of Content for the massive webcomics portal, and we talk about its history, its challenges... and its future!On the web: http://www.shadowbinders.com

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Girls Are Geeks, Too?! – Episode #29

Wed, 06 Jan 2016 00:36:00 GMT

Wait, girls like comics and video games, too?! Who knew? According to a recent MTV article, women are making up nearly half of all fandoms these days. We talk about “Geek Girls” in 2015 and how that impacts comic convention attendance, the comics industry, movies and video games.As an aside, is Rey TOO perfect in Star Wars: The Force Awakens?All this and more in a ranty special episode of the podcast!The MTV article in question: http://www.mtv.com/news/2683640/geek-media-numbers-breakdown/

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Webcomics’ Changing Business Model – Episode #28

Wed, 16 Dec 2015 15:35:59 GMT

Journalist Brady Dale from the New York Observer joins us this episode as we talk about the changing business model of webcomics. Are webcomics “dead”… or just evolving? How will social media play into the business model of digital comics going forward? And what about the money… where is the MONEY?!Read Brady Dale’s excellent series of articles on the subject here:Webcomics’ Changing Business Model (http://bit.ly/1NLJcXK)Patreon, Webcomics and Getting By (http://bit.ly/1SJOnr8)The Changing Internet Through Webcomics (http://bit.ly/1ML5qDX)Lessons in Creativity from Successful Webcomic Artists (http://bit.ly/1Qj0BZn)Listen to our previous podcasts on webcomics and money here:http://shadowbinders.com/how-much-money-do-comic-book-artists-and-writers-make/http://shadowbinders.com/webcomics-pie-shrinking-webcomics-marketing/http://shadowbinders.com/the-shadowbinders-podcast-take-the-red-pill/

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TROLL! When Commenters Attack! – Episode #27

Sun, 06 Dec 2015 16:36:39 GMT

Are commenters trolling your blog, webcomic or forum? Yeah, they probably are. In this podcast episode we talk about some of our experience with trolls in the comments and what we’ve learned from the interactions. Not all comments are coming from good commenters. And some are… they just don’t have the social skills to understand when they’ve crossed the line into trolling. The ball is in the content creators’ court, however… so how are YOU going to deal with trolls?WARNING: The language is a little coarse in this one, as we dish honestly about our frustration with trolls!

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Jem FAILS! The Force AWAKENS! Clara DIES?! – Episode #26

Fri, 13 Nov 2015 13:01:21 GMT

BOMB! The Jem and the Holograms live-action movie not only failed miserably at the box office, but it became one of the biggest box office bombs of all time — it’s outrageous, truly, truly! So what went wrong? Pretty much everything, and we talk about it!Then we move on to the massive marketing push for Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The Force is awake, and not going back to sleep any time soon!Lastly, we discuss Doctor Who series 9. Jenna Coleman’s Clara Oswald is leaving the show. But… HOW? Will Moffat and company kill her off, or will she just get stuck in the past with a flimsy explanantion as to why the Doctor can’t simply go back and get her?All this and more on an extra ranty episode of the podcast!

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Stinkin’ Thinkin’! Attitude Determines Altitude… and Creativity. – Episode #25

Thu, 10 Sep 2015 17:44:54 GMT

Are you a negative ninny? Is your negativity impacting your creative career goals… for the negative? Is all criticism “negative?” Are you your own worst enemy? And… most importantly… is Kambrea just a hand puppet? We attempt to answer these questions and more on this episode of the podcast! We talk about how negativity can tank your comics and webcomics projects, and realistic expectations about “breaking in” to comics. Also, Wizard World Pittsburgh! Whoo hoo!

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How Much Money Do Comic Book Artists and Writers Make? – Episode #23

Fri, 26 Jun 2015 04:44:34 GMT

How much money do comic book creators make, anyway? What kind of page rates can you expect from a publisher […]

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Sexism in Comic Books, Movies and the Toy Aisle?! – Episode #22

Wed, 27 May 2015 14:04:19 GMT

Where them girls at?! In this impromptu rant, Kam discusses the lack of female leads in superhero movies, as well […]

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Jem and the Holograms movie trailer reaction! – Episode #21

Wed, 13 May 2015 19:11:11 GMT

OUTRAGEOUS! Truly, truly. Kam's initial reaction to the live-action ‘Jem and the Holograms' trailer is not good — and that's […]

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Self-Publishing Kindle e-Books: Big Money?! – Episode #20

Wed, 22 Apr 2015 03:26:01 GMT

Quit your job to self-publish eBooks on Amazon? According to a recent Forbes article, one dad did… to the tune […]

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“Chewie, we’re home.” – Episode #19

Mon, 20 Apr 2015 19:42:45 GMT

The Force Awakens… er… AWOKE last week, and here is our reaction to the Star Wars Episode VII trailer! The […]

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Zenkaikon 2015! - Episode #18

Sun, 19 Apr 2015 01:34:23 GMT

Live from Zenkaikon 2015 in Lancaster Pennsylvania! We recorded this podcast throughout the duration of this awesome anime con that […]

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To Reboot or Not To Reboot? - Episode #17

Fri, 30 Jan 2015 23:19:56 GMT

Who ya gonna call? SHADOWBINDERS! In this episode we talk about the hotly debated all-female Ghostbusters reboot, the Fantastic Four […]

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Expecto Patreon! - Episode #16

Sat, 24 Jan 2015 14:25:24 GMT

Expecto Patreon! In this episode of the Shadowbinders podcast, we talk about Patreon and how our recently launched campaign helps […]

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2014 Geek Year in Review - Episode #15

Sat, 10 Jan 2015 21:09:01 GMT

2014 in review — from a Geek perspective! In this episode, we talk about our favorite geek moments of 2014, […]

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What the hell happened to Shadowbinders?! - Episode #14

Mon, 29 Dec 2014 02:09:49 GMT

So what the hell happened to the Shadowbinders crew in 2014?! A lot! And there are more changes coming in 2015! In […]

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The Incredible Shrinking Webcomics Pie? - Episode #13

Fri, 06 Jun 2014 04:25:05 GMT

Is webcomics readership on the decline? The times are definitely changing for webcomickers, and we talk a little about finding […]

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Comic Book Writing & Ranting! - Episode #12

Mon, 31 Mar 2014 17:26:17 GMT

Hey aspiring comic writers! Today we talk about the creative process behind Shadowbinders, collaboration in comics, and the differences between […]

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Making a living in comics — a RANT! - Episode #11

Fri, 28 Mar 2014 23:54:17 GMT

RANT ON! So you want to make a living with your webcomic, or maybe you want to make a living as a published comic book creator. It’s pretty easy, right? Just draw your little heart out and dream big, and someday… it’ll all happen for you.Or maybe it won’t.Comics is a tough, tough business to make a living in. We’re going to take the kid gloves off and talk about everything from marketing and monetizing your webcomic to advertising to getting your stuff picked up by a publisher and a variety of ramble-y topics in between.If you want to make money in comics, you might have to swallow the red pill.NOTE: This was recorded long before "redpill" was a thing on reddit.

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We’re Still Alive! - Episode #10

Wed, 26 Mar 2014 18:21:47 GMT

Never worry, never fear — Shadowbinders are here! Yes, the podcast is back after taking a few months off. We'll […]

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Retrogaming vs. Modern Gaming - Episode #08

Fri, 08 Nov 2013 02:22:29 GMT

GAME ON! We're bridging the generation gap this week… the game console generation gap, that is. I'm joined by my […]

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Paranormal Podcast #4 - Special Episode

Wed, 30 Oct 2013 22:26:29 GMT

Our last paranormal episode for the year! Kam finishes up her personal ghost stories with a few doozies. We saved […]

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Paranormal Podcast #3 - Special Episode

Sat, 26 Oct 2013 12:50:21 GMT

Look up in the sky! In this episode we talk about our own UFO sightings, bigfoot, mothman and more. Subscribe […]

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Paranormal Podcast #2 - Special Episode

Wed, 16 Oct 2013 21:08:33 GMT

Boo! Gather around the glow of your favorite screen as Kam relays more ghost stories. Creepy dolls, spooky crawlspaces and […]

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Paranormal Podcast #1 - Special Episode

Tue, 08 Oct 2013 03:51:52 GMT

Ghost stories! Halloween is just around the corner, and in this special edition of The Shadowbinders Podcast, Kam and I […]

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Easter Eggs! - Episode #07

Thu, 03 Oct 2013 16:55:54 GMT

Easter eggs! In this episode of the podcast, we talk about all the hidden goodies in Shadowbinders chapters 1 thru […]

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1980s Cartoons! - Episode #06

Sun, 15 Sep 2013 19:13:48 GMT

80s cartoons! This week we go back in time and talk about some of our favorite cartoon shows from the […]

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Meet the real Acacia! - Episode #05

Sun, 08 Sep 2013 22:24:15 GMT

Meet Acacia. The real-life inspiration for Acacia, that is. In this podcast, we'll be talking to Acacia about the origin […]

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50 Shades of Geek - Are You Geek Enough? - Episode #04

Thu, 29 Aug 2013 01:31:27 GMT

“50 Shades of Geek.” Are you geek enough? You might've thought that you were, but some people might disagree. Kam […]

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Shadowbinders Third Anniversary! - Episode #03

Tue, 27 Aug 2013 13:15:27 GMT

Q&A edition! Fabulous secrets will be revealed! It's our third anniversary and as promised, Kam and I are answering reader […]

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Creative Inspiration! - Episode #02

Wed, 21 Aug 2013 17:47:08 GMT

Inspiration! In the second episode of the podcast, Kam and I discuss what has inspired us in the creation of […]

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Shadowbinders Webcomic Retrospective - Episode #01

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 20:05:25 GMT

It's the third anniversary of the Shadowbinders webcomic, and Kam and I are reminiscing. We talk about what we've learned […]

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