GateCrashers
269 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 days ago - ★★★★★ - 64 ratingsA podcast dedicated to kicking open the door to your next favorite thing. Our mission, our creed, our code is this... to make all things more approachable and accessible to EVERYONE. We want you to find a universe that you’ll fall in love with.
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Episodes
Teen Justice Interview with Ivan Cohen and Danny Lore
March 17, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 30.5 MBOn a very special episode, Dan got the chance to do the first interview with the Multiversity: Teen Justice creative team. Multiversity: Teen Justice follows Earth-11's team of teenage-adjacent heroes as they make their way into the world of heroism and their journeys to learn who they are. The team has the breakout star of last years Pride and Future State events, Kid Quick AKA Jess Chambers! This is one of many projects coming out for this year's DC Pride. Danny and Ivan chat about Kid...
Dangerous Damsels – An Interview with Author India Holton
March 16, 2022 03:53 - 34 minutes - 30.8 MBGet ready to soar through Victorian London when Ashley sits down with bestselling fantasy romance author India Holton in this week’s podcast. Relax with a nice cup of tea while listening to this episode where they discuss India’s newest release, The League of Gentlewomen Witches, as well as thieving pirates and witches, vulnerability in heroes, writing, the importance of just the right name, and more!
Cartoons That Made Us
March 09, 2022 05:00 - 55 minutes - 48.7 MBGrab a bowl of your favorite cereal and sit three feet from your television set because Dan and Jake are discussing some of their favorite cartoons from days gone by! Dan chose a few of the shows he watched non-stop growing up like Invader Zim, Spider-Man, and The Simpsons (Probably from way too young of an age). Jake chose to regale about Ben 10, Chowder, and finally got Dan to understand the beauty of Ed, Edd, n’ Eddy! We hope you’re ready for the chaos because it’s here!
The Batman
March 02, 2022 05:00 - 2 hours - 121 MBThere has long been whispers of a bat like creature that stalks the night skies of Gotham. On this episode, we discuss one of the biggest superheroes of all time… The Batman. For the first time in the show’s history, Dan and Jake revisit a topic to give updated recommendations on where to begin depending on what you may like about the character. We hope you brought your batarangs because we’re heading to Gotham City.
Bloodborne
February 23, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBGrab your hunter’s cloak and threaded cane because it's time for Bloodborne! Casey stops by to help Dan make his way through the Hunter’s Dream. There's plenty of talk about monsters, weapons, and the world Bloodborne. If you've wanted to become a Great One, we give you the perfect recipe to achieve your dreams! Bloodborne is available to play on Playstation 4 & 5.
SUPERMASSIVE Interview with Kyle Higgins, Ryan Parrott, Michael Busuttil, and Mat Grom
February 21, 2022 12:53 - 28 minutes - 25 MBThe newest and coolest superhero universe is getting a lot bigger with the Massive-verse’s first crossover event, SUPERMASSIVE. Radiant Black, Inferno Girl Red, and Rogue Sun are joining forces to take on a massive threat. We are joined by Kyle Higgins, Ryan Parrott, Mat Grom, and Michael Busuttil to chat about everything going on in their worlds. Radiant Black approaches the hero story and comics in general very differently so make sure you listen to hear about the other series coming from B...
Hellbender Interview with John Adams and Toby Poser
February 18, 2022 05:00 - 36 minutes - 31.1 MBHorror isn't typically something people call a family event but the Adams family is changing the game. The trio of daughter, mother, and father have joined forces to bring you the incredible film HellBender. The film will be available for streaming on Shudder on February 24th. Dan had the chance to sit down with John Adams and Toby Poser, the loveliest of parents, to chat about the film. Toby explains how she throws together a sandwich, the gang chats about the importance of sound and music t...
Interview with Tyler Baker from Goodbye June
February 16, 2022 05:00 - 57 minutes - 52.1 MBAre you a fan of loud guitars, big-ass drums, and some good old-fashion rock & roll? If not… would you like to be? This week, Dan and Mike interview Tyler Baker, lead guitarist of Goodbye June! With their new album See Where The Night Goes arriving on February 18th, 2022, Tyler discusses how the band captures such raw energy in the studio, where melodies come from, and how touring life keeps evolving.
A Haunting Voyage: An Interview with Dead Silence Author S.A. Barnes
February 11, 2022 05:00 - 59 minutes - 52.8 MBDead Silence, a novel by S.A. Barnes (Stacey Kade), dropped on February 8th to critical acclaim from readers everywhere. The novel combines the realms of science fiction and horror, as we are lead on a terrifying journey with a crew doomed from the start. The story begins with our heroine and protagonist, Claire Kovalik, being interrogated in a corporate rehab facility in Florida for space-explorers whose minds have been swallowed by the vast expanse of our universe. Her captors are pressing...
TRON
February 09, 2022 07:12 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBGreetings, programs! Jon and Mike have spent a few too many microcycles waiting to talk about disc wars, lightcycles, and Daft Punk! That's right, all you bits and bytes out there: this week's episode is all about Disney's most underrated franchise. TRON!
Interview with Brian Wecht from Ninja Sex Party, Starbomb, and Leighton Night
February 02, 2022 05:00 - 53 minutes - 46.4 MBBrian Wecht has been a figure on the internet for just over ten years now, his work runs the gamut of podcasts, youtube videos, and multiple music projects (comedy bands Ninja Sex Party and the video game focused Starbomb.) Earlier this month, Brian sat down with Dan and Reagan for a chat about everything from his comedic influences to playing different versions of himself online.
Interview with Mike Chen
January 28, 2022 03:43 - 1 hour - 51.9 MBMike Chen has been putting his unique spin on speculative fiction for the past few years. He wrote about going back to the future for his debut time travel novel Here and Now and Then; which was followed by A Beginning at the End about found-family after a global pandemic published in January of 2020; and then We Could Be Heroes about, well, superheroes. Mike sits down to chat with Jimmy Gaspero about his newest novel Light Years From Home, which Mike describes as an episode of The X-Files w...
Haikyu!!
January 26, 2022 05:00 - 58 minutes - 50.2 MBAmanda cries about good character development for the hundredth time, Jon mixes up volleyball and basketball, and Dan has a surprisingly good time as 3/4 of the Chaos Crew come together to discuss the wholesome and joy-inspiring sports anime, Haikyu!! We watched the first season of the show to discuss.
Talkin' Doc Ock with Zac Thompson
January 19, 2022 05:00 - 30 minutes - 25.6 MBZac Thompson nearly makes Dan's head explode in this conversation about Doctor Otto Octavius. Zac joins us to talk about his latest series Devil's Reign Superior Four which starts four Doc Ocks from across the multiverse. Dan and Zac chat about the learned emotional tools Ock found during his time as Spider-Man, how he has changed since, and all things Ock. Be sure to tune in to hear Dan sing his new hit jingle about his friend and yours, Zac "The Mushroom Man" Thompson!
Catwoman Interview with Tini Howard and Nico Leon
January 18, 2022 05:00 - 47 minutes - 41.2 MBWe got the chance to chat with writer Tini Howard and artist Nico Leon about their first DC Comics ongoing title, Catwoman! Their run picks up at Catwoman #39 which is out in store and wherever you buy comics now. We dive into how they're approaching their slice of Gotham, what themes they're exploring with Selina, how bringing her queerness back to the forefront was top of mind, and so much more. Make sure to check it out!
Scream
January 12, 2022 05:00 - 53 minutes - 45.6 MBWelcome to Woodsboro, home or the world-famous Ghostface Killer! Yes, today we’re discussing the SCREAM franchise ahead of the latest installments release this week. But a word of advice, if you hear a phone ringing while listening, maybe don’t answer it, you never know who’s on the other end of the line…
Interview with Andy Biersack of Black Veil Brides
January 05, 2022 05:00 - 26 minutes - 23.6 MBThis episode marks the first time we have had an actual Batman on the show! Andy Biersack stops by to talk with Dan about Black Veil Brides new concept album "The Phantom Tomorrow". The discuss the themes of the album, constructing a vigilante, and Andy's love of Batman and what it was like voicing him for Death Metal. Make sure to check out the new album wherever albums are sold and be on the lookout for the companion comic from Incendium’s Opus imprint.
Star Wars: Wild Space
December 29, 2021 05:35 - 28 minutes - 38.2 MBStar Wars: Wild Space is the re-release of a story written, performed, and produced by the GateCrashers team, originally told in four parts as introductions to prior episodes we released covering each of the Star Wars trilogies, plus Rogue One. Take a ride with a ragtag group of smugglers and bounty hunters as they attempt to transport two passengers across the galaxy. Little do they know, the two passengers are actually a pair of Jedi on the run from a slew of Imperial baddies!
Investigating the Grinch Incidents
December 24, 2021 04:50 - 17 minutes - 18.1 MBIt’s Christmas time again, but this year lacks one thing: The Grinch’s reign of terror! It’s been a year since the Grinch’s change of heart and that warrants investigation. Listen as Jake travels to Whoville to interview its citizens in an attempt to find the green meanie himself. We also have a special interview with one of our correspondents interviewing Santa Claus to find out why he let this go on for so long. Concept, questions, and Grinch scene written by Jake McMahon Displaced Whov...
Talking Nubia with Stephanie Williams
December 22, 2021 05:00 - 44 minutes - 39.2 MBStephanie Williams joins GateCrashers to talk about her co-written DC Comics series Nubia & the Amazons. Steph and Dan talking about how her series is growing out the mythos and personality of the character and her impact as a character. They talk about creating worlds where people can see themselves and the importance of that. Make sure to pick up the book after you listen!
Interview with Dan Fogler
December 20, 2021 13:41 - 53 minutes - 47 MBDOUBLE DAN EPISODE BAY BEE! Dan Fogler (Fantastic Beasts, The Walking Dead, and Balls of Fury) comes on the show to talk about "Fogler's Fictions" which are his original comics from Heavy Metal magazine. Dan and Dan talk about Fogler's horror roots, iconic horror hosts, and about the upcoming Moon Lake animated show. We get into the grit and grim on his comic universes. If you thought GateCrashers Dan had big energy...wait till you hear Fogler.
Spider-Man
December 15, 2021 05:44 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBWelcome True Believers! This week on GateCrashers, we're talking about your friendly neighborhood Spider-Man. Ethan and Dan talk about all of the films, an iconic comic arc, a great starter comic, and so much more. Did you know Dan loves Spider-Man? Because if you didn't, hoo boy, you will after this.
Chattin’ Batgirls with Becky Cloonan, Michael Conrad, and Jorge Corona
December 13, 2021 05:00 - 52 minutes - 45.3 MBMichael Conrad and Becky Cloonan are back! This time they brought a friend, Jorge Corona. We chat about their new series Batgirls. We dig into their slice of Gotham, the different aspects of each Batgirls personality, and Michael Conrad throws down the gauntlet against all time travelers. If you love Stephanie, Cass, and Babs as much as we do, you NEED to listen to this episode. Hit play NOW.
The Expanse Season 6 Actors & Executive Producers Interviews
December 10, 2021 04:54 - 17 minutes - 15.2 MBWe’re here to bring you a jam packed episode as Kyle Matz joins us to interview multiple executive producers and actors from The Expanse for the premiere of it’s finale season! In this episode they spoke with executive producers Ty Franck, Daniel Abraham, and Naren Shankar, actors Cara Gee who plays Camina Drummer, Keon Alexander who plays Marco Inaros, Wes Chatham who plays Amos Burton, and Nardine Nicole who plays Clarissa Mao. Hope you enjoy!
Talkin’ Wolverine and Ghost Rider with Benjamin Percy
December 08, 2021 05:21 - 53 minutes - 45.2 MBYou ready for the best interview there is, bub? Benjamin Percy and Dan got a chance to connect over their love of Wolverine. They chat about Wolverine’s identity, his feelings on Krakoa, and his favorite beers. They also got the chance to discuss Percy’s new book “The Unfamiliar Garden” and about the horrors of suburbia in Percy’s upcoming Ghost Rider series. Cover art by: Joshua Cassara (X LIVES OF WOLVERINE #1 Variant Cover)
The Lord of the Rings
December 01, 2021 07:23 - 1 hour - 74.3 MB20 years ago this month, the first film in an epic trilogy premiered. Join us this week as Ashley, Ethan, and Scarlett celebrate Bilbo’s 111th Birthday Peter Jackson’s The Lord of the Rings! In this episode we reveal embarrassing childhood obsessions, sexual awakenings, freak out about the most beautiful film score ever composed, and argue whether Dan is the best or worst person to take to Mordor. All jokes aside, give this one a listen and venture to Middle Earth with us to celebrate 20 yea...
Interview with Mike McMahan (Solar Opposites & Star Trek: Lower Decks)
November 24, 2021 07:12 - 59 minutes - 48.1 MBI hope you’re ready to let the holiday spirit into your heart as Mike McMahan stops by the show to talk about Disney’s Solar Opposites Holiday Special on Hulu! Mike teaches Dan how a writers room works. We also got to chat about Star Trek: Lower Decks and how Mike gets to flesh out the Star Trek universe. Listen to the episode, please? Will you just press play already?
Justice League International
November 17, 2021 06:12 - 1 hour - 58.4 MBTHREE YEARS BAYBEE! Join us for our 3-year anniversary pod where we go back to where it all started… The Justice League. Well not that one… the other one. Justice League International. Listen as Dan and Jake discuss the best Justice League book around with a cast of lovable weirdos. We also return our roots as we pick up an odd job for the team. We talked about Justice League International Vol 1&2 Plot and Breakdowns: Keith Giffen Script: J. M. Dematteis Pencils: Kevin Maguire Inkers:...
WIFWULF
November 10, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBJackson Lanzing and Dailen Ogden stop by the show to chat about their new Kickstarter, “WIFWULF” with Dan and Jake. We talk about the series’ serious themes, pancakes, and cannibalism. Oh, also, Jackson tells us about the time he became a man in the woods while he was painted blue… ya know, typical GateCrashers episode topics! Check out their Kickstarter here.
Interview with Mark Tremonti
November 09, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MBToday, Mike and Dan chat with Grammy Award-winning songwriter, guitarist, and vocalist Mark Tremonti of the bands Creed, Alter Bridge, and Tremonti. Mike digs into Tremonti's new album Marching In Time, guitar playing, and a bit of talk about fatherhood. Dan questions Mark on his interests in D&D, pinball machines, and what it's like to see himself on the pages of a comic book in the upcoming Alter Bridge: Tour of Horrors from Z2 Comics.
Doctor Who
November 03, 2021 05:56 - 1 hour - 72.1 MBOn this episode, we explore a universe of possibilities as we finally dive into the long-running sci-fi show Doctor Who. With discussions on everything from our favorite episodes and Doctors, to our love of Strax the potato man, this episode has everything you need to know if you’ve been wanting to find your way in to this iconic show just as the latest season premieres.
Interview with Tom King
November 02, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 43.5 MBOn this episode we are joined by Eisner Award-winning writer Tom King to chat about his new DC Black Label Series “The Human Target” with Greg Smallwood. Tom talks to Dan about the themes of the story as they discuss death, the fears that come with love, and what it means to live. They get deep into the minds of some of the most notable members of the Justice League International members that so many fans love. There is also the single best comparison of Booster Gold and Skeets in history.
The Plot
October 27, 2021 07:54 - 1 hour - 83.4 MBGateSlashers must come to an end. Jake and Dan head to Maine to unearth some family secrets as they talk about The Plot from Vault Comics. They have to prepare for their final showdown with the Grave Robber in order to get their podcast back from his ghoulish grasp. The thing with horror stories… you never know just how they’re going to end. The Plot was co-written by Tim Daniel and Michael Morecei, art by Joshua Hixson, colors by Jordan Boyd and Kurt Michael Russel, and letters by Jim Cam...
Steve Foxe & Steve Orlando Interview
October 25, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 58.3 MBWe are once again joined by two of our favorite Steves! Steve Foxe and Steve Orlando join us to chat all about their work on the Heavy Metal Magazine Boulet Brothers Halloween Takeover and drag’s connection to horror. We also got to chat about their work on Rainbow Bridge, horror itself, and their new book Party and Prey.
Friday the 13th
October 20, 2021 11:56 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBThings are about to get fast and furious as Amanda, Amir, Jon, and Dan find themselves trapped at old Camp Blood with a hockey wearing maniac thanks to the Grave Robber. Join the Chaos Crew as they try to survive while also discussing Jason Voorhees and everyone’s favorite holiday..... Friday the 13th.
Halloween
October 13, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 48.1 MBThe GateSlashers continue their dive into all things horror as the Grave Robber gathers a fresh group of innocents to experience The Night He Came Home. Yes, we’re here today to talk about Halloween 1978, and Halloween 2018, to get you prepped on everything Michael Myers before the new film releases this week!
Texas Chainsaw Massacre
October 06, 2021 06:03 - 53 minutes - 49.1 MBThe GateSlashers month of programming begins in the Lone Star State! The Grave Robber gives the hosts the first ever live audience of one, his name is Bubba. Listen as Scarlett and Dan talk about The Texas Chainsaw Massacre I & II. They talk about the films' focus of themes of animal cruelty, social issues, and much more. The Grave Robber hopes you enjoy his first episode…
Interview with Marcus Parks (Last Podcast on the Left)
October 04, 2021 04:00 - 59 minutes - 50.2 MBMarcus Parks, co-writer of DC’s new comic series Soul Plumber under their DC Horror imprint, and co-host of Last Podcast on the Left and No Dogs in Space stops by the show to chat about his work. We talked about horror, his comic roots and influences, and about how he approaches making horror something that appeals to the people who may feel like they don't have a place anywhere else.
James Bond 007
September 29, 2021 03:57 - 1 hour - 68.2 MBToday’s podcast is all about the most famous British spy the world over! No, not Austin Powers, it’s James Bond! Take a listen for a discussion on Daniel Craig’s now 15 year run as the character ahead of the imminent release of his final film: No Time to Die!
X-Men
September 22, 2021 04:31 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBWe are joined by the X-Perts Connor Goldsmith (Cerebro) and Jordan Blum (Co-Creator of M.O.D.O.K. on Hulu) to help you get into the modern era of X-Men with some recs for older eras! We bring all the chaotic energy you expect from an X-Men story, now in one convenient podcast! If you’re looking to jump into the X-Men, we’ve got you covered. Best entrance to modern X-Men covered: House of X/Powers of X from Jonathan Hickman and Pepe Larraz
Interview with Todd McFarlane
September 17, 2021 04:40 - 46 minutes - 40.5 MBThe man who needs no introduction joins us today. Todd McFarlane himself. Creator of Spawn, one of the founders of Image comics, and so much more joins Dan for an interview. Todd talks all about Spawn Universe, Gunslinger, and so much more!
Deep Diving into Aquaman with Brandon Thomas
September 15, 2021 04:00 - 58 minutes - 47.7 MBBrandon Thomas stops by to talk about Aquaman: The Becoming with Dan! The conversation takes a deeper look into Jackson Hyde as a character, learning who he is and what he can become. We got to chat about our favorite Queen, Mera. There’s also a look at the current mantle holder of the Aquaman name, Arthur Curry. This is a must-listen for any fans of Aquaman!
Interview with Bill Moseley
September 14, 2021 04:00 - 14 minutes - 13.8 MBOn this episode, we speak with a living legend of horror, the one and only Bill Moseley! Bill sat down with us to talk about his new film Prisoners of the Ghostland which is out in theatres, VOD, and digital Friday Sept 17th! We spoke with Bill about his character the Governor, how this role is different then his others, and what it’s like to work with Nicolas Cage. Be sure to check out the film when it premieres later this week!
Deep Diving Into Black Manta With Chuck Brown
September 08, 2021 05:03 - 31 minutes - 27.9 MBRingo and Eisner Award-winning writer Chuck Brown joins us for an in-depth look on the character of Black Manta. We discuss how David sees himself, the idea of legacy, who the character was and who he can be. Make sure to check out Black Manta #1 available now from DC Comics.
Interview with Meghan Fitzmartin
September 01, 2021 13:50 - 25 minutes - 22.8 MBMeghan Fitzmartin joins us to chat about her recent Robin “Sum of Our Parts”, starring none other than Tim Drake. We dig into the recent story dealing with Tim’s journey of self discovery and his journey to figuring out who he is. Meghan also talks about pie. If the Tim Drake news didn’t get you here, the pie should have you hooked!
Your Lie in April
August 25, 2021 04:26 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBPlease take your seats and welcome to the GateCrashers piano anime music recital, where Jon and Ashley get mad at Jake for making them watch Your Lie in April. Tears were shed by all. Stories covered: Your Lie in April, Episodes 1-22
My Hero Academia
August 18, 2021 06:51 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBScarlett makes the case for the angry boy, Amanda sheds real tears over fallen heroes, and Dan can't remember a single character's name as the GateCrashers dive into the world of the mega-popular super-powered anime, My Hero Academia!
Interview with JH Williams III
August 11, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 36.1 MBJH Williams joins Dan to talk about his upcoming Image series “Echolands”. Dan was a bit nervous for a bucket list interview like this one. The conversation digs into some of the thematics of the story, how it feels to put art into the world, and a lot of conversation about music. Make sure you pick up Echolands on August 25th at your LCS.
Mobile Suit Gundam
August 04, 2021 05:49 - 1 hour - 60.1 MBAfter much deliberation, Jake finally convinced Dan to watch Mobile Suit Gundam! Sit back and listen while Jake and Dan discuss newtypes, mobile suits, political drama, and the trauma of war.
Star Wars: Rogue One
July 28, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 72.7 MBRebellions are built on hope. Fitting that the end of our Star Wars month is about the story that sparked the fire that freed the Galaxy from the Empire. Tim Daniel joins Dan to talk about their favorite Star Wars film, Rogue One. We talk far too long about Saw Gerrera, the themes of the film, and what makes it stand out amongst giants.