Epic Tales From the Sewers: a Tmnt Podcast

In this episode Lydie joins Justin as they speak to the creator of the new TMNT Tarot project "Prophecies Untold" the TMNT tarot card set, artist, Voice actor and designer Mushroom Grenade.We are talking Tarot cards, and where the inspiration from all areas of the Turtle-verse come from for this 79 card set.Mushroom Granade is a professional artist and a product designer that has spent a lot of time researching the TMNT universe, with some strong ties to the Rise of the TMNT Franchise. Bust also a Professional Voice actor that has been working in the industry and trained with some of the 2003 TMMNT voice actors too! So, lots of crossover!Please check out the website Prophecies Untold And please follow our guest on Instagram @tmnttarot and @Mushroomgrenad.Thank you to my guest host Lydie Watters, please follow her @Channel6chick on Instagram.

Combining issues 1-5 of the Last Ronin II Re-Evolution by Tom Waltz, Kevin Eastman, with art by the Escorza Brothers and Ben Bishop.This is the story of what happens after the events of the Last Ronin and the Lost Years. We pick up the story of Casey Marie Jones, April O'neil-Jones and the new batch of Turtles Uno, Yi, Moja and Odyn as they fight to protect the city of New York from the forces of Crime and corruption that took over in the 10 years since Oroku Hiroto fell.

On this episode Justin and Eric are joined by comic artist Mike Rooth. This is an exciting conversation where both Eric and Justin get to talk with Swamp Thing Artist and TMNT cover artist Mike Rooth.  From a conversation about The Last Ronin covers to Usagi Yojimbo and his work on the Kickstarter book Dodge.  This is an exciting and high energy talk with The artist. From 1980's wrestling to TMNT action figures we have this interview covered on all bases. Check out Mike at @uncouthrooth on Twitter and Instagram and his website at mikerooth.bigcartel.com and be sure to check out BigCountrycomics.com to pick up some of Mike's Books! A special White winter Pizza recipe rounds out this action packed episode.

On this very special episode Justin and Eric get to speak to one of the Variant cover artists for the Last Ronin, Mr. Aaron Bartling! We are discussing art style, influences and inspiration as well as the iconic Ghost Turtle cover for issue #1. A new Pizza Recipe too! 

On a very special one year anniversary episode, I am speaking with none other than one half of the creators of the TMNT himself Mr Kevin Eastman! We have an interview and I get to ask all of the burning questions that we have all wanted to ask, but never got the chance to, until now that is. The second part of the episode is the recap of The Last Ronin issue #3! With a new Pizza time to commemorate the 1 year anniversary of the podcast this is a can't miss episode!

In this episode we are covering the Micro series #5 Splinter and issues 11& 12 of the IDW comic series.  In his solo battle against the Foot Clan, Splinter discovers that his old Rival and Murder Oroku Saki has also returned from the grave. Splinter must fight his way through the Foot clan and face the Shredder himself. Also discussed is the Splinter microseries where we get some back story on a Young Hamato Yoshi. We see a lot of similarities to Raphael and also get the origin of how Yoshi met Tang Shien his bride. A Old School Pizza recipe for Pizza time and 3 issues of material all in one episode!

This Episode we will be speaking with Last Ronin variant cover artist and TMNT fan Jason Flowers. Jason's artwork can be seen in the Variant covers of TMNT #99 and The Last Ronin issue #1. He is starting the second round of his Kickstarter for his original character Bounty Bullfrog! We are talking about how he got into Turtles, some Masters of the Universe, and some really great things that we love such as the Creature of the Black Lagoon. A lot to go over with this really fun conversation about comics, movies and our love of the TMNT universe! Check out his other book by Caliber Comics A.A.I Wars and follow his website at https://jasonflowersart.bigcartel.com/ and check out the Kickstarter coming soon!

Picking back up with issues #9 and 10, we find a new story arc starting called "Shadows of the Past". The Turtles, having now encountered some new players in town search for the Foot Clan and Splinter teaches them of the past struggles in Japan. Joined by my special Guest, Mr. Josh Nealis, the creative voice behind Cutthroat Comics.  We will be talking about his creator owned universe and of course some Turtles! Look him up at Cutthroatcomics.com.

On this episode I will be speaking with the Cover artist of the TMNT Universe series and the Batman/ TMNT crossovers Mr. Freddie Williams II. Of course I could not leave out the wonderful work that he did on The Masters of the Universe & Thundercats crossover or the Masters of the Universe & Injustice Crossover as well. We are talking art style, artists that we both admire and some great books that influenced his style. Not to mention how he broke into the business, upcoming projects and What we would want to see as his next big Crossover! This week's Pizza time recipe is a New York Cheesecake Pizza, so come and give us a listen.

In this episode we are diving back into the gritty future world of The Last Ronin. Picking up from where we left off is this tale Titled "The First to Fall." We learn more of how the Ronin survived, what happened to him and what happened to April after they parted way all those years ago. An introduction to the "new" Casey Jones and some character exploration with Oroku Hiroto. Chapter 2 of the Last Ronin has some surprises in store for the reader, that even if you see coming, you were not prepared for. Also a new Pizza Recipe just in time for St Patrick's Day and we have our Pizza Time! This episode was remastered in January 2023.

In this episode both Andy and Scott (Chrome Comics) are back to discuss our predictions for the upcoming second issue of The Last Ronin. We go into what we know, and then our theories on what we think is going to go down in the second issue titled "The First to Fall!". Check this episode out and see how close, or far off we are, and definitely head over to the Epic Shells Facebook group to discuss. A Last Ronin themed Mikey moment, and a Crunchy Pizza time. 

IDW issues 7&8 and the Microseries #4 Leonardo. Baxter has equipped Old Hob with an army of Mechanical Mousers to capture Master Splinter. The brothers face off in their home and try to rescue their mentor. Leonardo faces the foot my himself in the Micro series issue #4, and he see's just how strong a lone Turtle can be against the odds! A Fresh "Pizza Time" and "Mikey moment" from Andy, and a new Vintage Toy review!

This episode we are discussing the Jennika Miniseries with the Artist and writer Brahm Revel. We get to talk about some of the influences and the behind the scenes storytelling pieces that made the Three issue Miniseries so successful. I also ask just where did he come up with some of the character aspects for Jennika, who feels like her own character. A brief talk about the ongoing Jennika II miniseries, available now, and we talk about Brahm's previous work on Marvel Knights X-men and his creator owned series Guerillas. A Jennika themed Mikey moment and your Pizza Recipe for the week! Be sure to follow Brahm Revel on his Instagram @elrevel.

In this Episode I am joined by the Host of "Turtle Tracks" Brian VanHooker as we dive into the issues about some of the Maritime Mutants the Turtles run into. First The Turtles meet the Environmentally conscious Ray Fillet, a man mutated to a Manta Ray Mutant. Then we see the origin of the Alligator Agitator of the Turtles Leatherhead. These issues are also the return of Bebop and Rocksteady from Dimension X! Add to this the first appearance of Cuddly Cowlick, and The Intergalactic wrestling federation and this is one action packed mega episode!

Fresh from his appearance at the Kevin Eastman Halloween Extravaganza, Comedian and lifetime Turtle Fan joins our hosts Justin and Andy for some Turtle Talk. From Pizza, to action figures and thoughts on the Last Ronin (Spoilers) this is a great conversation with a very funny man who loves Being a Turtle...fan! Check him out at Noredavis.com or on Spotify with his Albums "Too Woke" and "Live from Trap House". This episode contains some explicit Language.

Joining us in the sewer lair today we have the original voice of Michelangelo from the 1987 Turtle Cartoon Mr. Townsend Coleman! We are talking about his career as a voice actor from his roles as The Tick and of course Michelangelo. You will not want to miss his take on the Last Ronin! This is a great conversation where we got to have a chat about the cartoons we love, and even some experiences where he has met fans at conventions. Epic Tales from the Sewers proudly presents Mr. Townsend Coleman!

We are reading through the dramatic tale of revenge that is The Last Ronin. Issue One finds a lone surviving Turtle Hellbent on seeking revenge for his fallen family. Join us as we cover issue one of the Highly anticipated The Last Ronin! Spoilers ahead in this episode, we hold nothing back! Also a Last Ronin Mikey Moment and Pizza Time too!  Just wanted to mention that I updated the audio on this one January 2023.

In this episode of the Podcast we are covering a Two issue miniseries called Infestation 2. This was a Companywide crossover from IDW comics that involved the Turtles taking on a Dark Presence in their sewers. This is a tale of the brothers taking on Supernatural forces and next up in our reading of the IDW series. Just in time for Halloween season. With your Spooky Mikey moment and another Pizza time, this will be a great stand alone story, especially if you missed it. 

In this special Bonus episode I am speaking with Chaz and Adam from Chromatic Phantom studios about their film project "Casey Jones Live Wire!". They , along with their Collaboration partner Steve are creating an original story that will delight fans of all ages. This is a special live action short film that is set in the 1980's. We get to talking a lot about the Casey, his character, his mask, and even what kind of Pizza he would eat. These guys really know their stories too, as we dive into who Casey is and what his motivations for Live Wire will be. The film is a Kickstarter production that has already reached it's production goal. Join me as we talk about the Turtles favorite Hockey Goon turned Vigilante as we dive into Casey Jones Live Wire. Goongala!

In this episode we are reading through the IDW series issue #6 and the Microseries #3 Donatello. The Turtles stumble upon the Foot ninjas chasing a French speaking martial artist, and investigate/ Then Donatello takes a night out by himself to meet an online rival at The Science and Technology Expo! Held by the one and only Baxter Stockman himself! What could possibly go wrong? Matt from the Duo Finds joins us again, this time to talk about the Wild West Turtles! All that with another Mikey moment and a Pizza time makes this one Deluxe Topping filled episode dudes!

In this special Bonus Episode Justin and Andy with special Guest Scott talk about the hype and mystery surrounding the new IDW Comic The Last Ronin. This is just before the first highly anticipated issue will release! Of course we will have to discuss a few things that the Comic was compared to along the way, including Blade Runner, Logan, and the Dark Knight Returns. So stay tuned for an Epic Preview of The Last Ronin!

This episode follows Issue Three and Four of the TMNT Adventure or Archie Comics series. We also discuss the Cartoon episode with a few bit of trivia that you may not know. The most requested commercial so far, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Pies! This episode is full of Mutagen Goodness, or Green Vanilla Pudding! Speaking of Shrinking, we have the TMNT Video Game Commercials for the Hyperstone Heist and the "Turtles in Time" as a Bonus! Another Pizza Time with Andy Doyle, and the Mikey Moment of the day.

Picking back up on the IDW Comic series with issues 5, The First issue of the Microseries (Raphael) and the second (Michalengelo). The Origin story and History of Hamato Yoshi and his sons. A Tale of Betrayal,revenge and new beginnings. Plus a Breakdown of the Technodrome Playset from the 1990 Playmates Toy from Matt of the Duo Finds.Then a new Recipe from the TMNT Cookbook and Mikey moment of the week. This Episode is one Deluxe Pizza with all the toppings!

In this episode we will be revisiting the Archie Comics series issue #2, and a Character spotlight for Baxter Stockman from The IDW Micro-series #2. A Classic Commercial for the TMNT Cereal, and we get a new Pizza Recipe from Andy as well as a Fresh Mikey Moment. We get a bit of insight into the relationship between Baxter and General Krang.

A Trailer to tell you about the Show. We are a TMNT Themed podcast and we cover the TMNT comics, games, toys, and films, basically anything Turtle related.

In this episode we will be covering Issues 2,3 and 4 of the IDW Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles series. We have our Mikey Moment of the Week, and Pizza time with another recipe from the TMNT Pizza Cookbook. We have a special Guest Matt from the "Duo Finds" to discuss the TMNT Sewer Play set.

In our first episode of the Epic Tales from the Sewers podcast, we cover the first issue of the 2011 IDW TMNT comic book series. We talk about some classic turtle stories and introduce the hosts to the audience. I cover the origin story for the Character "Old Hob" to familiarize the audience to the new character, and we have our "Mikey Moment" of the day and "Pizza Time" featuring a pizza recipe or pizza featured on the show or in the comic. As a bonus, we also cover the first issue of TMNT Adventures from Archie Comics too!