Monkeys Fighting Robots

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Sinopsis

Join us for an inside look at the world of comic books and the evolution of the industry, hosted by Matthew Sardo. Send your comments and questions to matt@monkeysfightingrobots.com

Episodios

  • Episode 22: Box Office Report - June 2015

    01/06/2015 Duración: 41min

    The Monkeys Fighting Robots movie critic is on the line! Felix Albuerne chats with Matthew Sardo about the summer blockbuster schedule and the duo looks back at the films that defined month May. What was your favorite film from the May 2015?

  • Episode 21: Jim Breuer Talks New York Mets, David Letterman And Life

    28/05/2015 Duración: 17min

    Jim Breuer talked with Matthew Sardo about the New York Mets, David Letterman, getting older, the return of Rock and Roll, and our imaginary Pete Davidson - Jim Breuer buddy cop film.

  • Episode 20: Nate Bargatze On The End Of A Late Show Era

    27/05/2015 Duración: 21min

    Comedian Nate Bargatze spoke with Matthew Sardo about the end on an era with the retirement of David Letterman, the art of storytelling, the return of sitcoms, and the Dave Chappelle / Nate Bargatze imaginary buddy cop film.

  • Episode 19: Kent Moran on his boxing film 'The Challenger'

    26/05/2015 Duración: 18min

    Filmmaker Kent Moran spoke with Matthew Sardo about his latest film 'The Challenger.' Moran takes us through every step of the film making process; from early drafts of the script, to recruiting Justin Hartley for the film while he was working out at LA Fitness. 'The Challenger' was the last full length, theatrical film for Michael Clarke Duncan, before his passed away in 2012. The film follows struggling Bronx auto mechanic Jaden Miller (Kent Moran) who will do everything in his power to save himself and his mother (S. Epatha Merkerson) from living on the streets. With the help of legendary trainer, Duane Taylor (Michael Clarke Duncan), Miller soon finds that boxing is their ticket to a better life. Earning the title 'Bronx Boy,' Miller becomes a local hero. After winning a big fight, a cable network takes notice and decides to give Miller his own TV show, 'The Challenger,' which will follow him all the way to the Light-Heavyweight Title.

  • Episode 18: 'Fight Club 2' With Dark Horse Comics EIC Scott Allie

    22/05/2015 Duración: 19min

    Editor in Chief of Dark Horse Comics Scott Allie spoke with Matthew Sardo about how 'Fight Club 2' by Chuck Palahniuk and Cameron Stewart became a reality. Kelly Sue DeConnick, Matt Fraction and Brian Michael Bendis are sitting at dinner trying to convince Palahniuk to write 'Fight Club 2' as a graphic novel?!

  • S01E17: Oscar Isaac On Ex Machina, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and X-Men: Apocalypse

    21/05/2015 Duración: 17min

    Oscar Isaac spoke with Matthew Sardo about the world of science fiction; from his current film by Alex Garland "Ex Machina" and how he was blown away by the script, to his excitement for his role in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens." Isaac also touched on how he prepared for his role as Apocalypse, in Bryan Singer's "X-Men: Apocalypse."

  • Episode 16: Greg Poehler, "It's All Aziz Ansari's Fault"

    20/05/2015 Duración: 22min

    Greg Poehler talked with Matthew Sardo about his show "Welcome to Sweden." Poehler who gave up his job in law; writes, produces, and stars in the show that airs in the states and over in Sweden. Poehler also talked about how lonely it's to watch the Super Bowl in Sweden, and how Aziz Ansari inspired him to try stand up comedy.

  • Episode 15: Lea DeLaria on Orange is the new Black, David Bowie, and Grace Kelly

    19/05/2015 Duración: 17min

    Lea DeLaria of "Orange is the new Black" talked with Matthew Sardo about the Netflix revolution, season three of OITNB, David Bowie + jazz, Lucille Ball, Grace Kelly, and career advice for waiters.

  • Episode 14: Bryan Callen On Boxing, Podcasting, And His Crush On The Rock

    15/05/2015 Duración: 15min

    Matthew Sardo spoke with comedian Bryan Callen about changes in Hollywood, the podcast revolution and if heavy weight boxing can make a comeback. Callen is a 20 year film and TV industry vet, starting out on MADtv and most currently you can see him on the Goldbergs. His film credits include the Hangover 1 and 2, Old School and Bad Santa. But where Callen dominates is in the podcast world with his own show The Bryan Callen podcast and the FOX Sports podcast Fighter and the Kid.

  • Episode 13: David Dastmalchian On His Film Animals, Ant-Man, and Mark Hamill

    13/05/2015 Duración: 24min

    Matthew Sardo spoke with actor, writer David Dastmalchian about his new film "Animals" that will be in theaters on May 15. Dastmalchian takes his own experiences to give viewers a gritty tale about love and addiction, set around the confines of the Lincoln Park Zoo in Chicago. The film won a Special Jury Prize at SXSW in 2014. Dastmalchian has appeared in "The Dark Knight" and Marvel's latest film "Ant-Man."

  • Episode 12: Duff McKagan On The Return of Guns N' Roses

    11/05/2015 Duración: 13min

    Matthew Sardo spoke with musician and writer Duff McKagan about his new book "How To Be A Man (and other Illusions)," the state of rock & roll, and if Guns N' Roses will ever get back together. Duff McKagan played bass for Guns N’ Roses for twelve years and co-wrote many of their most iconic songs. The band was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2012. Duff formed Velvet Revolver with his former band mate Slash and fronts his own band, Loaded. He writes weekly columns for Seattleweekly.com and ESPN.com. McKagan lives in Seattle with his wife, supermodel Susan Holmes McKagan, and their two daughters.

  • Episode 11: Alex Kennedy on state of the NBA, digital journalism and social media

    08/05/2015 Duración: 23min

    Matthew Sardo spoke with Alex Kennedy, the managing editor of BasketballInsiders.com about his journalistic journey, the state of the NBA, the evolution of journalism, and how social media has changed the game. Kennedy started covering the Orlando Magic at the age of 14, his dad had to chaperon him to games.

  • Episode 10: Brad Garrett and Greg Proops - Comedy Gold

    07/05/2015 Duración: 20min

    Matthew Sardo spoke with Brad Garrett about his best moments in comedy and told a great story about Bill Cosby. Greg Proops talked about the great minds in comedy, the podcast revolution, performing in front of the prince, and his fond experience filming Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. Garrett is best known for his role on Everybody Loves Raymond, you know Proops from Who's Line Is It Anyway.

  • Episode 9: Michael Moreci on Roche Limit: Clandestiny and the state of pop culture

    05/05/2015 Duración: 27min

    Matthew Sardo spoke with writer Michael Moreci about his new book from Image Comics "Roche Limit: Clandestiny" #1. The conversation spans; creative influences, creator struggles, Joss Whedon, internet trolls, gender issues in comics, and what elements make up good science fiction.

  • Episode 8 : Terry Crews, Jonathan Hickman, Josh McDermitt, Boom! Studios

    04/05/2015 Duración: 15min

    Matthew Sardo of Monkeys Fighting Robots talks with Marvel Comics writer Jonathan Hickman, Walking Dead star Josh McDermitt, and action hero Terry Crews. Bonus: Review of Arcadia #1 from Boom! Studio.

  • Episode 7: John Lydon of the Sex Pistols

    01/05/2015 Duración: 15min

    Matthew Sardo of Monkeys Fighting Robots spoke with the lead singer of the Sex Pistols, John Lydon. The focus of the conversation was on music today and Lydon's new book "Anger Is An Energy" which is about the darker moments in his childhood.

  • Episode 6: Pop Culture State of the Union With Elliott Serrano

    30/04/2015 Duración: 36min

    Matthew Sardo of Monkeys Fighting Robots and Elliott Serrano the resident geek expert at the Chicago Red Eye sat down and held a Pop Culture State of the Union. The duo covered film, TV, the comic book industry, and social media. The debate got heated when Elliott addressed trolling and the negative effects it has on multiple industries. The episode ends with solid advice for future geek journalists.

  • Episode 5: Marvel Artist Mike Perkins

    29/04/2015 Duración: 29min

    Matthew Sardo of Monkeys Fighting Robots has an in-depth conversation with New York Times bestselling artist Mike Perkins of Marvel Comics. The two discuss the state of the comic book industry, the convention scene, diversity in the industry and Free Comic Book Day. Bonus: 'Avengers: Age of Ultron' review - a bit darker with a few more surprises.

  • Episode 4: Mystery Science Theater 3000 Alumni; Mike Nelson, Kevin Murphy and Bill Corbett

    28/04/2015 Duración: 20min

    Matthew Sardo of Monkeys Fighting Robots chats with Mystery Science Theater 3000 Alumni; Mike Nelson, Kevin Murphy, and Bill Corbett about their upcoming Rifftrax Live session on the worst movie ever The Room. Bonus: A review of Chuck Palahniuk’s 'Fight Club 2' from Dark Horse Comics.

  • Episode 3: “Weird Al” Yankovic and Mad Magazine Editor-in-Chief John Ficarra

    21/04/2015 Duración: 17min

    Matthew Sardo of Monkeys Fighting Robots has a candid conversation with “Weird Al” Yankovic and Mad Magazine Editor-in-Chief John Ficarra. Weird Al is MAD’s first-ever guest editor. ABOUT WEIRD AL’S TAKING OVER MAD MAGAZINE AS GUEST EDITOR “The Usual Gang of Idiots” are getting a new Idiot-in-Chief! Celebrated musical satirist and comedian “Weird Al” Yankovic, the biggest-selling comedy recording artist in history, will helm the next issue of MAD as the legendary humor magazine’s first-ever guest editor. Winner of the 2015 Grammy® for Best Comedy Album, Weird Al is the writer of some of the biggest song parodies in history. Speaking from the MAD offices in New York, current “Idiot-in-Chief” John Ficarra said, “Al will surely ruin his nearly four decades of popularity by associating with MAD. I still can’t believe we talked him into it!” Among Weird Al’s many duties will be writing an introduction to the issue, contributing (along with some of his celebrity friends) to the Fund”AL”ini Pages, and picking

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