NY Comic Con Cast

NYCC Chats With Stan Lee

Rob — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 19:45:48 +0000

New York Comic Con Show Manager Lance Fensterman sat down with Stan Lee to talk a bit about New York Comic Con and New York City.

Hear Stan reminisce about The City That Never Sleeps!

Tech Tags: Stan Lee, Spiderman

2008 Preview with Director Lance Fensterman

Rob — Wed, 09 Apr 2008 18:44:38 +0000

New York Comic Con Director Lance Fensterman was recently interviewed on the Comic Book Novice podcast. Take a listen as he discusses all that putting on the New York Comic Con entails.

Also, check out Lance’s blog Medium at Large.

Tech Tags: 2008 New York Comic Con

Wildstorm/CMX: Gon’ Wild!

Rob — Tue, 15 May 2007 23:14:32 +0000

The WorldStorm is upon us! Listen to what’s coming up that’s sure to amaze. The ever-popular CMX line of manga books incluing GON, MEGATOKYO and more is spotlighted here.

Tech Tags: Wildstorm, Gon, Megatokyo

Bone Reading with Jeff Smith

Rob — Mon, 14 May 2007 19:01:44 +0000

Join Jeff Smith, as he gives a special reading from his beloved graphic novel series, Bone.

Tech Tags: Jeff Smith, Bone

Kevin Smith Spotlight

Rob — Mon, 30 Apr 2007 16:09:42 +0000

Join Kevin Smith, writer, director, actor, icon, and iconoclast for an hour-long no-holds barred outrageous and profane conversation.

Tech Tags: Kevin Smith, Clerks, Clerks2

Jhonen Vasquez Spotlight

Rob — Thu, 26 Apr 2007 23:36:47 +0000

Join Jhonen Vasquez as he provides an inside look into the creative process for Johnny the Homicidal Maniac and Invader Zim, and a look ahead at his new work.

Tech Tags: Jhonen Vasquez, Invader Zim, Johnny the Homicidal Maniac

Will Eisner’s THE SPIRIT - Movie Spotlight

Rob — Wed, 25 Apr 2007 04:57:22 +0000

Considered the “Citizen Kane” of comic books, Will Eisner’s THE SPIRIT is about to become a major motion picture. Join writer/director Frank Miller, director of the incredible hit, “The 300″; producer Michael Uslan and co-producer F.J. DeSanto as they discuss the process of adapting Eisner’s legendary creation to the silver screen.

Tech Tags: Will Eisner, The Spirit, The 300

First-Ever American Anime Awards

Rob — Tue, 24 Apr 2007 01:22:43 +0000

The first-ever American Anime Awards was held on Saturday night (Feb 24) during the NY Comic Con. Click here to see who won for Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Anime Feature and many other categories.

Tech Tags: American Anime Awards, Naruto

Bill Plympton

Rob — Fri, 20 Apr 2007 00:01:40 +0000

Bill Plympton, two-time Academy Award nominated animator, discusses his work and upcoming movie, Hair High, with Sarah Silverman, David and Keith Carradine.

Tech Tags: Bill Plympton, Hair High, Sarah Silverman, Guide Dog, Guard Dog

Calvin Reid of PW Comics Week

Rob — Thu, 19 Apr 2007 01:50:51 +0000

Calvin Reid, editor of PW Comics Week, discusses trends in comics and graphic novels.

DC Universe: A Better Tomorrow - Today!

Rob — Fri, 13 Apr 2007 04:09:51 +0000

The DC Universe has been transformed by the events of 52. Join DC Comics executive editor Dan DiDio as he hosts a panel of DCU creators that includes George Perez, Greg Rucka, Keith Champaign, Pete Woods, Paul Dini, Jimmy Palmiotti, Justin Gray, Gail Simone and others.

Tech Tags: DC Universe, 52

Dark Tower Comic

Rob — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 22:51:34 +0000

Jae Lee, Marvel artist, and Robin Furth, story plotter, discuss their work on Stephen King’s comic, Dark Tower.

Tech Tags: Dark Tower, Stephen King

This podcast has been brought to you by Anime Selects and FEARnet.

Stuart Gordon and Dennis Paoli

Rob — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 00:14:21 +0000

Stuart Gordon and Dennis Paoli, filmmakers who have worked together on Re-Animator and, for the Masters of Horror series, The Black Cat, discuss the importance of horror in movies and the world.

Tech Tags: Re-Animator, Masters of Horror

This podcast has been brought to you by Anime Selects and FEARnet.

Pierre Bernard of Late Night with Conan O’Brien

Rob — Mon, 09 Apr 2007 03:45:55 +0000

Pierre Bernard, a comedian on Late Night with Conan O’Brien, discusses his first comic convention and what he’s looking forward to most (hint: hosting the “Anime Babes” on the first-ever American Anime Awards, at the NY Comic Con).

Tech Tags: Pierre Bernard, Conan O’Brien, Late Night

Mick Garris: Masters of Horror

Rob — Fri, 06 Apr 2007 16:14:44 +0000

Mick Garris, filmmaker and creator of the Showtime series Masters of Horror, discusses the first two seasons — and a possible third.

Tech Tags: Mick Garris, Masters of Horror

This podcast has been brought to you by Anime Selects and FEARnet.

Wes Craven: The Hills Have Eyes 2

Rob — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 20:32:13 +0000

Wes Craven discusses his new film, The Hills Have Eyes 2, what scares him, and working with his son on the movie. Clips from the movie are included!

Tech Tags: Wes Craven, The Hills Have Eyes 2

This podcast has been brought to you by Anime Selects and FEARnet.

Chuck D of Public Enemy

Rob — Thu, 05 Apr 2007 00:02:32 +0000

Chuck D of Public Enemy talks about his signature comic book as well as his faves growing up.

Tech Tags: Chuck D, Public Enemy

Artists Alley Roundup

Rob — Tue, 03 Apr 2007 20:01:23 +0000

We took a stroll down the NY Comic Con’s ARTISTS ALLEY and talked with several great artists, writers and publishers, including: David Mack, Philip Clark, Paolo Rivera, Alexey Goz, Jared and Jordan Barel, and Rick Spears.

Tech Tags: David Mack, Kabuki, Philip Clark, Quantum: Rock of Ages, Paolo Rivera, Ghost Rider, Gigantic Graphic Novels

Editors Buzz Forum

Rob — Mon, 02 Apr 2007 21:54:27 +0000

Leading editors from comic, graphic novel and manga publishers discuss the upcoming titles, authors and illustrators that they are most “buzzed” about. Editors include Calvin Reid, PW Comics Week; Chris Schluep, Random House; Rob Tokar, TOKYOPOP; Dan DiDio, DC Universe; Urian Brown, VIZ Media; and Axel Alonso, Marvel Entertainment.

Tech Tags: comics, graphic novels, manga

Stan Lee: An American Icon

Rob — Fri, 30 Mar 2007 22:02:07 +0000

Join Stan Lee for this special tribute to Stan’s remarkable life and career, from the early days of comics to the Marvel Age. Hear inside stories on Spider-Man, The Hulk, Fantastic Four and many more.

Tech Tags: Stan Lee, Marvel, Spider-Man

Slayer Tales: Celebrating Buffy’s 10th Anniversary

Rob — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 17:02:26 +0000

Celebrate Buffy the Vampire Killer’s 10th anniversary with “Slayer Tales,” a behind-the-scenes look at the beloved series, with cast members Nicholas Brendon (Xander), Bianca Lawson (Kendra), Juliet Landau (Drusilla), Jonathan Woodward (Holden Webster), Kelly Donovan, Dennis Christopher (Cyvus Vail), Larry Bagby (Larry Blaisdell) and others.

Tech Tags: Buffy the Vampire Killer

What Scares You?

Rob — Tue, 27 Mar 2007 21:48:55 +0000

Fans at the NY Comic Con answer the question: What scares you?

This podcast has been brought to you by Anime Selects and FEARnet.

John Landis, Director

Rob — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 23:26:29 +0000

This interview with Masters of Horror director John Landis has been brought to you by Anime Selects and FEARnet.

David Finch Interview

Rob — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 18:43:53 +0000

David Finch, artist of such series as the New Avengers and other Marvel comics discusses his latest work, including some new projects we haven’t heard of yet.

Tech Tags: David Finch, New Avengers, Marvel Comics

Milton Griep Interview

Rob — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 18:36:11 +0000

Milton Griep, publisher of the pop-culture magazine ICv2 discusses trends and predictions for comics, graphic novels, anime and manga.

Tech Tags: ICv2, graphic novel, comics

Chaotic Game Preview

Rob — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 22:52:23 +0000

Take a look inside the new card and online game called CHAOTIC.

Tech Tags: Card+games, Online games

Neal Adams Interview

Rob — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 23:26:32 +0000

Neal Adams, legendary artist for Batman, X-Men, Green Lantern and many others discusses his new Batman series.

Tech Tags: Neal Adams, Batman

Olivier Coipel - Thor and Marvel Artist

Rob — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 04:28:48 +0000

Olivier Coipel, the celebrated French comic artist of the New Avengers House of M, and the Legion of Super-Heroes, flew in for the NY Comic Con. He discusses his passion for drawing Thor, a new Marvel series that will be launched in July 2007, with writer J. Michael Straczynski. Coipel signed an exclusive with Marvel in 2005, and is considered one of their “Young Guns.”

Tech Tags: Olivier Coipel, Marvel Comics, Thor, Legion of Super-Heroes, House of M

Brian K. Vaughan Interview

Rob — Mon, 12 Mar 2007 06:17:40 +0000

NYCCCast.com’s anchor Tim Leong interviews Brian K. Vaughan, an Eisner, Harvey and Shuster Award-winning writer and co-creator of comic series such as Y:The Last Man, Runaways and Ex Machina.

Tech Tags: Brian K. Vaughan, Runaways, Ex Machina, Y: The Last Man

Hostel Part II - Interview w. Eli Roth and Cast

Rob — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 21:56:46 +0000

NYCCCast.com’s anchor Tim Leong interviews Hostel Part II director Eli Roth, and stars, Heather Matarazzo and Roger Bart. Check out an exclusive SNEAK PEEK at a teaser trailer.

Tech Tags: Hostel Part II, Hostel, Eli Roth

Hostel Part II - Sneak Peek!

Rob — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 21:55:31 +0000

A sneak peek at an exclusive teaser trailer for Hostel Part II, introduced by director, Eli Roth, coming out this spring.

Tech Tags: Hostel Part II , Eli Roth

Battlestar Galactica Cast - Special Event

Rob — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 23:34:01 +0000

The Sci Fi Channel presents members of the cast of Battlestar Galactica in this special presentation.

Tech Tags: Battlestar+Galactica, Sci+Fi

Marc Silvestri on Darkness Video Game

Rob — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 21:01:25 +0000

Marc Silvestri discusses the new Darkness video game, based on his legendary comic. Plus, the “Darkness Girls” provide their take on the new game.

Tech Tags: Marc+Silvestri, Darkness, X-Men, Wolverine, Witchblade, Cyberforce

Fans of the NY Comic Con

Rob — Fri, 02 Mar 2007 17:48:17 +0000

Manga: What’s Hot

Rob — Thu, 01 Mar 2007 13:52:04 +0000

A panel of manga publishers, hosted by Kai-Ming Cha of Publishers Weekly, discusses what’s hot in manga. Included in the panel are Hank Kanalz from DC Comics; Frances Wall, editorial director of VIZ Media; Michael Gombos, director of Asian licensing for Dark Horse Entertainment; Mutsumi Miyazaki, director of licensing for Del Rey Manga; and Lillian Diaz-Przybyl, editor for TOKYOPOP.

Welcome to the 2007 NY Comic Con

Rob — Wed, 28 Feb 2007 04:24:06 +0000

Review and Outlook 2007 for Comics Publishing

Rob — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:15:56 +0000

In our first episode from the NY Comic Con, we present a panel discussion of industry leaders sharing their perspectives on the year ahead in comics. Douglas Wolk, contributing editor for PW Comics Week, is the moderator for panelists including Paul Levitz, President and Publisher of DC Comics; Stuart Levy, CEO of TOKYOPOP; Dallas Middaugh, Assoc. Publisher for Del Rey Manga; Alvin Lu, VP Publishing for VIZ Media; and Dan Buckley, President and Publisher for Marvel Entertainment, Inc.

Podcasts from the Show On Their Way

Rob — Tue, 27 Feb 2007 08:02:31 +0000

Wow! What a great 2007 New York Comic Con. We have lots and lots of video and audio podcasts to share with you, including highlights from the panel discussions; interviews with honored guests, artists and creators; reports from the American Anime Awards; and tons of surprises. Stay pod-tuned as we start to release episodes over the next few days.

The Editors

Meet the Winner of NY Comic Con Anchor Podcast Contest

Rob — Tue, 20 Feb 2007 04:58:41 +0000

Meet Tim Leong, the winner of our podcast star-search. Tim is the editor and founder of ComicFoundry.com, an online comics magazine. In the daytime he’s also the Deputy Art Director of Complex Magazine. He’s got a journalism degree, lives in New York and was named the 2006 Sexiest Man in Comics.

Stan Lee Interview - Podcast Exclusive!

Rob — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 07:24:14 +0000

Stan Lee, a guest of honor at the New York Comic Con, and former head writer, editor and art director of Marvel Comics – who helped create Spider-Man, X-Men, Fantastic Four, The Incredible Hulk and Silver Surfer just to name a few…talked to our podcast reporter on his new projects at POW! Entertainment. A new DVD called Mosaic. Another one coming out soon called Condor. A project with Ringo Starr. A project with Hugh Hefner and the Bunnies. Not to mention year two of Who Wants To Be A Superhero?

And be sure to go to POW’s Booth #755 at the show to find out where Stan Lee is speaking. They also will have info on how to audition for his Superhero reality show — right here at the NY Comic Con.

Stan Lee, Spiderman, Mosaic

Unique Collaboration - Karl Kerschl and Ragni

Rob — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 07:35:16 +0000

Instead of issuing standard CD sleeves for their debut EP, the rock band, RAGNI, worked with comic illustrator KARL KERSCHL (Superman, Teen Titans, X-Men 2) to produce a 72-page wordless graphic novel that works on the same themes as the music.

You can see some of the images from this novel in this music video, created specially for the NY Comic Con’s podcast. KARL KERSCHL and RAGNI will be at the NY Comic Con selling and signing their limited edition CD+Graphic Novella at the MONKEY SWEATSHOP booth all weekend.

Ragni has toured Europe, performed live streaming shows to thousands of listeners through their Ragni website and given away exclusive digital tracks at iPod friendly shows. Their music can be heard in documentaries and short films from the National Film Board of Canada and podcast shows available through Apple’s iTunes music store.

American Anime Awards Finalists Announced

Rob — Wed, 07 Feb 2007 22:22:16 +0000

The New York Comic Con today announced finalists for the inaugural American Anime Awards. Over 43,000 fans cast their vote for the hottest manga and anime in North America. Winners will be announced at an awards ceremony during the New York Comic Con Saturday night, February 24.

Tickets to the ceremony and gala are sold out, but fans can enjoy both through a special broadcast event on Anime Network, America’s #1 anime channel March 23 (broadcast) and April 12 (VOD).

And, you can watch coverage of the event plus highlights right here at our very own NY Comic Con podcast station, also in March!

Become A Reporter at Tokyo Anime Fair!

Rob — Tue, 06 Feb 2007 05:00:48 +0000

Wanna go to Tokyo?? You can be cast as a guest reporter for Anime Selects to attend Tokyo Anime Fair. You will have exclusive access to all the events at the fair, March 22 - 25, as well as the anime scene on the streets of Tokyo. Visit AnimeSelects.com for details on how to audition.

Welcome to NY Comic Con Podcast

Rob — Fri, 19 Jan 2007 05:56:15 +0000

The New York Comic Con launches a free audio and video podcast from the upcoming show (February 23-25, 2007). In this debut podcast, we interview Greg Topalian, show director for the NY Comic Con, who gives us an insider’s preview of the show. Subscribe today, and you will get future podcast episodes in these six categories:

The Creators will feature interviews with honored guests such as Stephen King, Stan Lee, George Perez, Marc Silvestri, Brian K. Vaughan, Paul Dini, Jeff Smith and J.M. Straczynski. We also will feature a trip down Artist Alley where we will inteview comic, graphic novel and manga artists, writers and publishers talking about their latest work, newest characters and fan favorites.
Anime: 2007 American Anime Awards will feature clips and interviews from the finalist and winning anime in the American Anime Awards at the show.
ICv2 Graphic Novel Conference will offer highlights and interviews from the panels and speakers on new trends shaping pop culture.
Games Update will feature the latest news and previews of electronic games.
The Screening Room will feature clips and previews of major movie and TV releases such as Ghost in the Shell, Blade of the Phantom Master and Shinobi.
Buzz Report will feature interviews of attendees of the New York Comic Con and ask them what’s the buzz, what’s hot, what’s cool at this year’s show.