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Action Features Podcast Episode 88: The One Where We Totally Spoil Star Wars The Force Awakens 12/22/2015

Let's get right to it... James & Mike saw Star Wars The Force Awakens. Want to hear what they thought about? Well, you're in luck because that is all this episode is about. WARNING- They don't hold anything back, so this episode is FULL OF SPOILERS! If you have not seen the film, turn back now and come back after you watch it... Otherwise- Time for Action Features.



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Action Features Podcast Episode 87: The One Where We Can’t Wait For Chronicle Of Riddicku 4 12/4/2015

This latest installment of Action Features is pretty weighed down with Star Wars talk, as James & Mike discuss a few of the recent happenings leading up to the premiere of The Force Awakens and later cap the show with a Top 5 list of their favorite Star Wars scenes. But that doesn't mean they don't discuss other things too... Like the pointlessness of Caffeine Free Diet Coke, the Captain America Civil War Trailer, and the possible re-casting of Indiana Jones. Oh yeah- They also acknowledge that Batman Vs Superman trailer. So get ready... Time for some Action Features.



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Action Features Podcast Episode 86: The One Where We Go Fishing For Likes 11/20/2015

Hey people... It is that time of year again. Time to be thankful for stuff. And if one of the things you are thankful for is new episodes of Action Features... Well, you're welcome. In this episode, Mike & James run through quite a range of current topics; Stuff like the sour grapes of George Lucas, Avengers 2, Rob Liefeld comic covers, the disaster known as the Jem and the Holograms movie, and old toy lines being resurrected. There is more stuff too, but why spoil everything? Just go listen to it. Time for Action Features.



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And here is that wonderful trailer discussed in the episode...

Action Features Special Edition- The Star Worlds Radio Drama An Empire World Episode 3 "Clothes Make The Star-Man"

Prepare for excitement as the Action Features boys bring you another random installment of the long lost Star Worlds radio drama. Sure, you might have thought the vintage Star World action figure carrying case was just a cheap knockoff of Kenner's Star Wars carrying case... but boy would you be stupid if you thought that. Turns out much more was planned than just a simple vinyl box. Tune in now and thrill to the adventures of Luke Starworld and his merry band of rebels as they fight the oppressive World Breaker and his battle battalion. Go now... Time for Action Features, time for a Star World.



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Action Features Podcast Episode 85: The One Where Our Force Is Now Fully Awakened 10/22/2015

Wait a second... Didn't Action Features just post a new episode under a week ago? Yes, yes they did. But something important happened and called for a special emergency episode. Something amazing. Something incredible. Something life-changing.... The release of the full theatrical trailer for Star Wars Episode VII The Force Awakens. Listen in as James and Mike spend an hour analyzing, speculating, and geeking out in general over this fantastic little cinematic advertising gift. Get your Force out of bed... Time for Action Features.



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Action Features Podcast Episode 84: The One Where We Get To Talk To Mark Schultz! 10/16/2015

Hey all.... Boy, are you in for a treat! In this very special episode of Action Features, James & Mike get the honor of interviewing a true comic book legend- Mark Schultz! Tune in to hear how Mark got started in the industry, what inspired the creation of Cadillacs & Dinosaurs, how Mark felt about working on Superman, what his dream project would be (spoiler warning- it would be AWESOME), and the details behind his current masterpiece- Storms at Sea! We also get a major scoop as Mark gives us some top secret details about the the future of Xenozoic Tales! Gah! There was so much awesome involved in this interview that this episode clocks in as the longest ever! So hop in your Cadillac and crank up that radio... Time for Action Features!



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To stay updated on all of Mark's endeavors, head on over and like his Facebook page: Mark Schultz's Xenozoic Tales & Other Stories

To purchase Storms At Sea, Portfolio, Xenozoic Tales, Carbon, & other works from Mark Schultz, head here: Flesk Publications

And to take a trip to the Xenozoic Age in cartoon form, head here to watch all 13 episodes of the Cadillacs & Dinosaurs cartoon: Nelvana Retro on Youtube

Action Features Podcast Episode 83: The One Where We May Not Always Be Sure To Tip Our Waitress 9/25/2015

Well, look what we have here... Another free-for-all episode of Action Features! Mike & James are joined by their friend Nate Bauer from Hazard Publishing for a discussion on a gaggle of random topics like Rob Liefeld Vs Charles Lippincott, fundraising candy bars, too many Prometheus movies, cutting your own hair, and Paul Feig's twitter meltdown. In fact, there is so much crammed in this episode that I can't even remember it all to list it in this synopsis. So grab a snack... Time for Action Features.



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Action Features Podcast Episode 82: The One Where All Of Our Weeds Seem To Be Bearing Bitter Fruit 9/4/2015

Who knows what this episode of Action Features has in store for you? The Shadow knows... Well, and you since you're reading this. In this installment, James & Mike tackle one of their favorite characters of all- The Shadow! While a big part of the show focuses on the 1994 film starring Alec Baldwin, the boys also give their thoughts on the radio dramas, the pulp adventures, the comics and (by request) the Kenner toy line. Sound like fun? Good. Because right about now the sun is shining... but the ice is slippery... Time for Action Features.



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And since I forgot to say it on the show... Here is what my dream Shadow movie line would have consisted of...

Basic Figures (Preferrable 5" scale, no *ahem* action features):

-The Shadow (standard look with switch out Lamont Cranston head and twin .45 guns)
-Shiwan Khan (final battle robes with calm face Phurba dagger)
-"Ying-ko" Lamont Cranston (look from beginning of film... comes with angry face Phurba dagger)
-Mongul Warrior (with removable armor, pistol, and crossbow)
-Margo Lane (in dress from beginning of film... includes atomic bomb accessory)

Vehicles:

-Mongul Warrior motorcylce with detachable "escape" sidecar. Includes Shiwan Khan in suit.
-The Shadow's cab with "transforming" back seat to turn Lamont into the Shadow. Includes Moe Shrevnitz.

Mini-Playsets (like the old Kenner Star Wars cantina):

-Khan's Tomb with snap-open surprise launching figure feature... Includes Shiwan Khan in Genghis Khan attire
-Water Tower that really holds water... Trap The Shadow! Includes water-soaked Lamont Cranston.

Large-scale Playset:

-The Shadow's Sanctum! Loaded with play features, and includes Lamont Cranston in suit.

Now THAT would all make me one very happy Shadow fan! (-James)

Action Features Podcast Episode 81: The One Where The CIA Has Us Pushing Too Many Pencils 8/21/2015

Listen up Arnold fans... Because this episode of Action Features is made just for you. In this installment, James & Mike talk about nothing but the films of Arnold Schwarzenegger. Why? Because he is Arnold, and Arnold deserves a whole episode. So plug in and join those Action Features boys as they rundown the entire filmography of the world's greatest action star. Oh, and you also get to hear their Top 5 Favorite Arnold flicks too. Get to it... Time for Action Features.



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Action Features Special Edition- The Star Worlds Radio Drama A Jedi World Episode 2 "The Greatest Cape"

Prepare for excitement as the Action Features boys bring you another random installment of the long lost Star Worlds radio drama. Sure, you might have thought the vintage Star World action figure carrying case was just a cheap knockoff of Kenner's Star Wars carrying case... but boy would you be stupid if you thought that. Turns out much more was planned than just a simple vinyl box. Tune in now and thrill to the adventures of Luke Starworld and his merry band of rebels as they fight the oppressive World Breaker and his battle battalion. Go now... Time for Action Features, time for a Star World.



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Action Features Podcast Episode 80: The One Where We Should Have Rated It “Meh” 7/17/2015

It is that time of year again... Time for the Action Features boys to give you their thoughts on all the recently revealed pop culture goodness from San Diego Comic-Con! Tune in to find out which toy company they think had the strongest showing (it might surprise you) and which were the weakest, what movie trailers soared and which bored, and which comics... Oh wait. There wasn't really exciting comic book news that came out of COMIC-con. Hmm.... Well, we will replace that with a special Top Five list from Blaze instead. Yeah, that sounds better. So get ready... Time for Action Features.



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Action Features Special: NECA Planet Of The Apes MEGO Tribute Commercial 2

Much like we did with the MOTU Classics & the Star Wars Black Series lines, I thought it would be fun to try and remake the vintage MEGO Planet of the Apes commercials using the NECA figures! This is a remake loosely based on the original Forbidden Zone Trap commercial from the vintage line. The original audio has been tweaked quite a bit to fit the figures currently available from NECA. Hope ya like it! -James



View the vintage inspiration here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpU7f1BB9T0

Action Features Podcast Episode 79: The One Where We Are Totally Fine With Contradicting Ourselves 7/3/2015

Yeah, they are a week behind again... But the Action Features boys are back with a brand new edition. What's in this episode? Well, lots of good stuff that's for sure. Stuff like Jurassic World movie & toy feedback, tips for snacks at the gym, thoughts on the current "PC hysteria", and a lip-smacking review of the best pastry in town. You know there's more to it than just that though, since this episode clocks in it almost an hour long. I won't spoil anything else for ya. Leave something to your imaginations... Time for Action Features.



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Action Features Podcast Episode 78: The One Where We Whipped Too Much Of The Zip 6/12/2015

Hey all... Ready for some Action Features? Good, because there's a new episode right here. What is in this one? Well, the boys chat about a bunch of stuff like Thor in the Ghostbusters reboot, hot dogs in your pizza, retitling Episode VII, Jurassic World toys, and Miracle Whip at the beach. But that is all just an appetizer for the main course- A discussion on Kenner's Robin Hood Prince of Thieves toy line (per the request of one of the show's best friends, Dustin Wood). So get your quiver loaded... Time for Action Features.



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And here is the picture of the unproduced wave of Robin Hood figures mentioned in the episode-

Action Features Podcast Episode 77: The One Where The Preda-head Faces A Big Mac Attack 5/29/2015

In today's installment of everyone's favorite podcast, James & Mike give their thoughts on current happenings like the Point Break reboot, Funko's new Reaction figure lines, the Jaws re-release, pizza boxes that turn into movie projectors, and the continued degradation of Harley Quinn. They then follow it up by answering the age-old question "If you were a toy, what would your action feature be?".... and engaging in a heated discussion on an ultimate "What if?" character battle. It is quite a slobberknocker. So get your ears on, good buddy... Time for Action Features.



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Action Features Podcast Episode 76: The One Where We Are Playing With The Power Of The Force 5/14/2015

Hey all... Welcome to a themed episode of Action Features! And just what is the theme? Well, it just so happens to be one of the greatest toy lines of all time: Kenner's 1995 Star Wars The Power Of The Force Line! Join James & Mike as they share the memories and love for the line's 20th Anniversary! They share their thoughts on the Star Wars collecting landscape before the figures hit, memories of the first figure findings, picks for their favorite five figures, and much, much more... So pop in your THX VHS Trilogy, grab your Boba Fett Pez, and chuck your Luke Skywalker Bend-Em out the window... Time to go back to '95. Time for Action Features.



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Action Features Podcast Episode 75: The One Where We Only Care About The Coming Attractions 5/1/2015

Hey all... It's an extra special 75th episode of Action Features! Well, it would have been extra special had the guys remembered it was the 75th episode. But they didn't. So instead of that, you get this episode focusing on the bevy of new trailers that have hit lately: Fantastic Four, Mad Max, Batman Vs Superman, and Star Wars The Force Awakens! Not only that, but you also get to hear their thoughts on politically correct superhero interviews, Star Wars figure drought, and.... Jared Leto's Joker look. Bet that gets pretty interesting... So what are you waiting for? Plug in- Time for Action Features.



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And here is that awesome little cartoon referenced in the episode...

Vintage Kenner Internal Video: Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back Scout Walker Original Cut Commercial

This is a high quality version of the Kenner Star Wars Empire Strikes Back toy commercial featuring the Scout Walker & Vehicle Maintenance Energizer. The commercial was found on a collection of old internal Kenner company cassette tapes. I hadn't seend some of this stuff online yet, so I figured I would upload them to my youtube account over time.

Vintage Kenner Internal Video: Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back AT AT Commander & Zuckuss Original Cut Commercial

This is a rarely seen different cut of the Kenner Star Wars Empire Strikes Back toy commercial featuring the AT-AT Commander, Zuckuss, Luke Skywalker in Hoth Gear, and the TIE Fighter Pilot. The commercial was found on a collection of old internal Kenner company cassette tapes. I hadn't seen some of this stuff online yet, so I figured I would upload them to my youtube account over time.

Vintage Kenner Internal Video: Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back Wampa & Tauntaun Original Cut Commercial

This is a rarely seen different cut of the Kenner Star Wars Empire Strikes Back toy commercial featuring the Wampan and Tauntaun. The commercial was found on a collection of old internal Kenner company cassette tapes. I hadn't seen some of this stuff online yet, so I figured I would upload them to my youtube account over time.

Vintage Kenner Internal Video: Star Wars Return Of The Jedi Sales Video

This is an internal Kenner sales video illustrating the company's excitement and investment in the Return of the Jedi line! The segment was found on a collection of old internal Kenner company cassette tapes. I hadn't seen some of this stuff online yet, so I figured I would upload them to my youtube account over time.

Vintage Kenner Internal Video: Star Wars Revenge Of The Jedi Han & The Ewoks Original Cut Commercial

This is an early rough cut of the Kenner Star Wars Return of the Jedi toy commercial featuring Han Solo, Chief Chirpa, Logray, and the Biker Scout . The commercial was found on a collection of old internal Kenner company cassette tapes. I hadn't seen some of this stuff online yet, so I figured I would upload them to my youtube account over time.

Vintage Kenner Internal Video: Star Wars Revenge Of The Jedi Luke & Lando Original Cut Commercial

This is an early rough cut of the Kenner Star Wars Return of the Jedi toy commercial featuring Luke Skywalker Jedi Knight, Lando Calrissian disguised as a Skiff Guard, and more. The commercial was found on a collection of old internal Kenner company cassette tapes. I hadn't seen some of this stuff online yet, so I figured I would upload them to my youtube account over time.

Vintage Kenner Internal Video: Star Wars Revenge Of The Jedi Admiral Ackbar Mailaway Original Cut Commercial

This is a rarely seen unfinished cut of the Kenner Star Wars Empire Strikes Back toy commercial featuring Zuckuss, 4-LOM, & the Imperial TIE Fighter Pilot. Also featured is the mailaway Revenge of the Jedi Admiral Ackbar figure. The commercial was found on a collection of old internal Kenner company cassette tapes. I hadn't seen some of this stuff online yet, so I figured I would upload them to my youtube account over time.

Vintage Kenner Internal Video: Star Wars Empire Strikes Back Collection Commercial

This is a high quality version of the Kenner Star Wars Empire Strikes Back Collection toy commercial featuring the Rebel Transport, AT-AT Walker, Scout Walker, Slave 1, Wampa, and more. The commercial was found on a collection of old internal Kenner company cassette tapes. I hadn't seen some of this stuff online yet, so I figured I would upload them to my youtube account over time.

Action Features Podcast Episode 74: The One Where We Hate The Scorpion TV Series More Because Of Firefly 4/10/2015

Hey all... Time for another installment of Action Features! What awaits in this episode? Well, the boys start it off with discussions on the glut of superhero movie reveals, watching the Firefly TV series, the new Jurassic World trailer, and the overuse of computer coloring in comics. They then round things out with one of their "Top Five" lists- Top 5 Favorite Movie Aliens! So what are you waiting for? Go listen to it already...



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Action Features Special Edition- The Star Worlds Radio Drama An Empire World Episode 2 "Jedi World Power And A Cold Meteor Shower"

Prepare for excitement as the Action Features boys bring you another random installment of the long lost Star Worlds radio drama. Sure, you might have thought the vintage Star World action figure carrying case was just a cheap knockoff of Kenner's Star Wars carrying case... but boy would you be stupid if you thought that. Turns out much more was planned than just a simple vinyl box. Tune in now and thrill to the adventures of Luke Starworld and his merry band of rebels as they fight the oppressive World Breaker and his battle battalion. Go now... Time for Action Features, time for a Star World.



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Action Features Podcast Episode 73: The One Where We Only Cast Actors That Our Daughters Would Text 3/13/2015

Hey everybody... A new episode of Action Features is finally here for ya! This time around, the boys hit you with an hour-long discussion on a veritable potpourri of pop culture puffery. There's talk about Funko toys, the all-male Ghostbusters online film, Spider-Man in the Marvel movies, Hi-Chew candy, Wonder Woman's new duds, unjustified NECA complaints, and much, much more! So get your ears on good buddy... Time for Action Features.



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Toy Talk Review: Mezco Toyz One:12 Collective Dark Knight Returns Batman Figure Toy Fair 2015 Black & White Exclusive Version

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