The Two Brandons

Episode 32- Nostalgia Is Real

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 12:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons return with another frank conversation about Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Disney Plus, The Mandalorian, and the seductive pull of nostalgia and the memories that power it...

NOTE: CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE AND MINOR AUDIO DISTORTION THAT FADES AROUND THE 10:00 MARK

Episode 31- Always Forward

Wed, 27 Feb 2019 05:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons return after a long absence to discuss newly announced projects, and how to get back up when you've been knocked down by your own aspirations.

WARNING: CONTAINS SOME MILD CUSSIN'

Episode 30- Forever

Sun, 18 Mar 2018 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons record their first "weekend edition" episode, diving deep into the magnificence that was Black Panther and its multi-layered portrayal of blackness, in an emotional discussion that ends with second thoughts about The Last Jedi in light of its recent home video release. WARNING: CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE (AGAIN)

Episode 29- Grow Beyond (Dissecting Star Wars: The Last Jedi)

Thu, 21 Dec 2017 21:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons discuss the strengths and weaknesses of Star Wars: The Last Jedi in a wide-ranging passionate review. Also, the larger implications of the recent Disney/Fox merger go far beyond an expanded library for Marvel's superhero movie universe, so don't miss Easton's thoughts on what it all really means. WARNING: CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE AND FULL SPOILERS

Episode 28- Raw & Untamed

Thu, 12 Oct 2017 21:00:00 -0700

In an explosive return for The Two Brandons, the new trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi is discussed, along with racism in comics retailing, a disastrous product launch for Nintendo, and the evolution of the Catalyst Prime universe from Lion Forge Comics. (WARNING: CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE)

Episode 27- NOBLE & The Last Jedi

Thu, 13 Apr 2017 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons return and dive headfirst into the motivations behind NOBLE and the Catalyst Prime universe, in addition to their first impressions of the initial trailer for Star Wars: The Last Jedi... WARNING: CONTAINS SOME STRONG LANGUAGE

Episode 26- Gone Rogue

Tue, 20 Dec 2016 21:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons discuss their impressions of Star Wars: Rogue One (one of them really liked it, one of them didn't really) and also look back at Star Wars: The Force Awakens one year after its release, and whether their thoughts on it have changed. An instant classic that is safe for all-ages...

Episode 25- Process Junkies, v1

Thu, 15 Dec 2016 21:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons return with a deep dive into their most recent and upcoming projects, offering a comprehensive look at the creative process, and plenty of tips and suggestions for aspiring creators on what it takes to write professionally. Also, a few thoughts and hopes for Star Wars: Rogue One...

Episode 24- Double Edge

Mon, 28 Nov 2016 21:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons return with a wide-ranging discussion focused on the development process, and how its scope and function differs between creator owned and company owned projects. Also, our thoughts on how to strike back in the Age of Trump. WARNING: CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE

Episode 23- REBIRTH

Thu, 02 Jun 2016 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons return with their thoughts on DC Universe: Rebirth #1, Steve Rogers: Captain America #1, and the predictable potency of fan outrage. Also, the writers talk up their recently announced projects from Skybound/Image, IDW, and Marvel Entertainment... WARNING: CONTAINS SPOILERS AND STRONG LANGUAGE

Episode 22- The Force Unleashed

Tue, 22 Dec 2015 21:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons discuss Star Wars: The Force Awakens after an explosive PSA from Brandon Easton. Reviews, impressions, wild speculation, alternate story ideas---this episode has everything you need and more! WARNING: CONTAINS MAJOR SPOILERS AND SERIOUS CUSSIN'

Episode 21- An Awakening

Mon, 05 Oct 2015 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons return once again with news about Easton's recent gig writing for Marvel's Agent Carter series, vague exciting news of Thomas' secret comics project, and a truckload of impressions, bold predictions, and barely contained excitement as The Force Awakens grows closer. Includes talk of the EU, the new integrated Star Wars canon, and Force Friday...

Episode 20- It's A Celebration!

Sun, 03 May 2015 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons share their respective encounters with the pure, unadulterated heart of Star Wars fandom at SW Celebration, and discuss the greatness of Marvel/Netflix's Daredevil series... WARNING: CONTAINS SOME STRONG LANGUAGE

Episode 19- Take The Win

Thu, 19 Mar 2015 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons return with their surprising thoughts on the recent costume changes made to DC's greatest heroes, and lament how quickly online discussion dissolves into rampant negativity and nit-picking...

Episode 18- Where's The Love?

Thu, 18 Dec 2014 21:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons close out 2014 with their impressions on the mid-season finales of Arrow and The Flash, the recently released teaser trailer for Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and wonder how in this golden age of geek culture, some fans still can't appreciate all that we have. WARNING: CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE AND MASSIVE SPOILERS FOR ARROW AND THE FLASH

Episode 17- You Have FAILED This City!

Thu, 23 Oct 2014 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons begin by heaping praise upon CW's Arrow before things get heated while discussing the recently premiered Gotham show, and the recently unveiled slate of upcoming DC Cinematic Universe films. WARNING: contains strong language and massive SPOILERS for Arrow...

Episode 16- Batman v Superman v Guardians

Mon, 22 Sep 2014 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons return with thoughts on the importance of the now 300 million dollar grossing Marvel Studios' release Guardians of the Galaxy, and what it could mean for Warner Brothers' current attempts at birthing their own cinematic superhero universe. Also, in a fight between Batman and Superman, who wins? (Obviously, Batman, but listen in for how Man of Steel might make that fact a little problematic.) WARNING: Includes some strong language.

Episode 15- New Hopes

Sat, 03 May 2014 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons return with their impressions on the long-awaited casting announcement for Star Wars: Episode 7, and their thoughts on gender disparity within the franchise. Time is also spent discussing the recent Eisner-nomination for Easton's work on Watson & Holmes #6, and the impending return of Thomas' Miranda Mercury (w/ co-creator Lee Ferguson). WARNING: CONTAINS STRONG LANGUAGE

Episode 14- Clearing the Decks (Q & A, part 3)

Thu, 20 Mar 2014 21:00:00 -0700

In the last recorded installment of 2013, the Two Brandons tackle more viewer questions, discussing webcomics, how to market and promote projects, writer wage scales, and good habits that emerging writers should fully embrace...

Episode 13- Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D and the Whitewashing of Genre Entertainment (Q & A, part 2)

Mon, 02 Dec 2013 21:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons continue answering listener questions, and are led inevitably into an intense discussion about Marvel's Agents of Shield and the larger issues surrounding the portrayal of persons of color in genre entertainment...

Episode 12- Finding and Maintaining a Creative Partnership (Q & A, part 1)

Sun, 24 Nov 2013 21:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons return with the first in a series of episodes generated by your questions. In this installment, they discuss the best way to find, cultivate, and nurture a successful creative partnership, while avoiding many of the common pitfalls and roadblocks standing between you and a finished project...

Episode 11- Cruel Summer

Wed, 11 Sep 2013 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons tackle this year's session of summer movies, comparing their previous expectations with the sometimes harsh reality of the final products. They also examine the implications of a geek culture no longer completely within our control, and what it could mean for the ultimate reach and ambition of genre movies in the future...

Episode 10- Comic-Con Wrap Up and The God Shot of Pacific Rim

Sun, 04 Aug 2013 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons unpack everything they personally experienced at Comic-Con 2013, including bursts of inspiration, scattered reports of discrimination during the show, and a bout of "con crud" after the dust settled. They end with a discussion of Pacific Rim, and a powerful visual we haven't seen before...

Episode 9- Mighty Black Avengers and the Legacy of Milestone Comics

Sun, 16 Jun 2013 21:00:00 -0700

In a fiery discussion, special guest Joe Illidge returns to discuss the recently announced Marvel series Mighty Avengers, the misappropriation of Dwayne McDuffie's name, and the legacy of Milestone Comics on the 20th anniversary of the company's launch...

Episode 8- Shut Up, Nerd...

Thu, 23 May 2013 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons passionately discuss their impressions of the recent film Star Trek Into Darkness, and the blurred line between honest critique and entitled geek whining/complaining regarding beloved properties and characters...

Episode 7- The Good and The Bad of Iron Man 3

Thu, 09 May 2013 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons discuss what worked and what didn't work in Iron Man 3, and also chat about the visual greatness of Oblivion, and the importance of evocative, powerful film scores in films and animation...

Episode 6- Summer Movie Preview 2013

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons each discuss the upcoming slate of summer movies, and list their top five most anticipated releases, along with the reasons behind their particular spots on the list...

Episode 5- Submit

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons discuss the recently announced Comixology Submit program, as well as developments in fan-favorite shows The Walking Dead and Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Also, why you really should be watching Arrow on the CW...

Episode 4- How It Looks

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons are joined by former Milestone/DC Comics/Archaia Entertainment editor Joe Illidge to discuss the recent high profile creative departures from DC Comics, in addition to the aborted attempts to kill John Stewart . The new creative team for Valiant's Quantum & Woody revamp is also discussed...

Episode 3- The Criteria

Tue, 19 Mar 2013 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons discuss which comics they're loving to death right now, and what goes into convincing them to purchase certain books, while ignoring others...

Episode 2- Dreamcasting

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 21:00:00 -0700

The Two Brandons discuss the lack of innovation afflicting the modern video game industry, and look back on simpler times when games and the overall gaming experience was just better...

Episode 1- You Have To Buy It

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 21:00:00 -0800

The Two Brandons discuss in detail just what needs to happen if fans, retailers, and publishers are truly concerned about the lack of minority representation in the comics industry...