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George and Tony Entertainment Show #120

Retro Disney World

George is joined by Todd McCartney and Brian Miles, two of the hosts of the Retro Disney World podcast, a monthly show about the history of the Disney theme parks in Orlando, Florida. In the spirit of their retro theme, they currently focus on the period from the lead up to the opening of the Magic Kingdom up to the early nineties with the introduction of Disney-MGM Studios. Whether you are a seasoned veteran at the parks, planning your first trip, or somewhere in between, you will love the wealth of information our guests provide at www.retrodisneyworld.com. Please check out their podcast on their site or on iTunes. Don't forget to tell them George and Tony sent you.

We appreciate that you continue to do all your online shopping using the Amazon link at www.georgeandtony.com and you continue to share the show with your friends, family, and mortal enemies. The only way we can grow the show is with your help. Please subscribe on iTunes and leave some five-star reviews (for us AND the Retro Disney World podcast). Thank you for your support.

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George and Tony Entertainment Show #119

Static Shock

Rich Gollhofer of Comic Logic in Ashburn, VA (www.comiclogicva.com) returns to continue the conversation he started with George last week. Get ready to learn about some more great new books. It's a rollicking good time...with a little bit of regrettable background static. Let's just blame it on Tony.

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George and Tony Entertainment Show #118

Belly Rubs, Brown Jackets, and Bat Soup

Don't let our feeble attempts at alliteration scare you away this week because George is joined by the gentle and generous Rich Gollhofer of Comic Logic in Ashburn, VA (www.comiclogicva.com). Everything mentioned in the title of this week's episode is mentioned in the show, along with a review of Comic Logic's one year anniversary celebration and a look forward to their plans for Free Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 7, 2016! Plus, Rich shares some of his favorite new series, George goes to the DC Improv, and Kevin Bednarz's daily loads (at www.kevinbednarz.com). 

No matter where you are on Saturday, May 7, please support your local comic book shop and stop in to pick up, you guessed it, FREE COMICS!!! Of course, if you are within a 50 to 100 mile radius of Ashburn, VA, please stop by Comic Logic at 44031 Ashburn Village Blvd #281, Ashburn, VA 20147...and tell 'em George and Tony sent you!!!

We celebrate your sincere and serious support of our senses shattering show!

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:37pm EDT

George and Tony Entertainment Show #117

Hope Nicholson of Bedside Press

George interviews Hope Nicholson, owner of Bedside Press. She is a publisher, editor, researcher, and producer. Some of her past and current projects include "Secret Loves of Geek Girls," "Moonshot," reprints of 1940's Canadian comic legends Nelvana of the Northern Lights and Brok Windsor, "Angel Catbird" with Margaret Atwood and Johnnie Christmas, and a reprint of John K Snyder III's 1980's comic series "Fashion in Action." She was also an associate producer on the documentary film "Lost Heroes" about the history of Canadian superheroes. Please check out her website, www.hopenicholson.com, for more information on these and many other exciting projects.

Believe it or not, Tony also makes an appearance this week to join George to talk about the late, great musical genius, Prince Rogers Nelson.

RIP Prince 1958-2016

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George and Tony Entertainment Show #116

Author Jonny Lupsha

George talks to author Jonny Lupsha about his books 100,000 Years In Detention, Penny Cavalier, and the Broken Paragon, all available through the Amazon link at www.georgeandtony.com. Plus, Jonny shares information about his forthcoming book, tentatively titled Timeshare. Follow his progress at www.wanderingcityblues.com and "Like" his company on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ACarrierOfFire.

Please continue to help grow the show by introducing your circle of friends to GATES and leaving five star reviews on iTunes.  Thank you for your support.

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George and Tony Entertainment Show #115

Poetic Justice League

You've listened to all the other podcasters review the latest superhero movie and now it's time for Tony's take on Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice! After he shares his opinions, he goes off on an obligatory tangent that confuses George. If you have any information to confirm or deny what Tony is talking about, please let us know on Facebook at George & Tony Entertainment or via Twitter @georgeandtony. Plus, George tells a story about his wedding in honor of his anniversary.

Please keep sharing the show and leaving those five star reviews on iTunes. We appreciate your support.

Happy birthday, Tony.

Direct download: GATES_EPISODE_115.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:00pm EDT

George and Tony Entertainment Show #114

Herald: Lovecraft and Tesla Writer John Reilly

The title says it all...George chats with the writer of the Action Lab comic "Herald: Lovecraft and Tesla" which puts these two historical figures (and a bunch of others) into a series of extraordinary, supernatural circumstances. Please "Like" the Herald: Lovecraft and Tesla page on Facebook and help Action Lab celebrate their fifth anniversary by checking out their website at www.actionlabcomics.com

Are you in the northern Virginia area? Then come on out to Comic Logic in Ashburn, VA on Saturday, April 23, 2016 to meet John in person at their one year anniversary party (www.comiclogicva.com). He will also be at CRRL-Con on Saturday, May 14 at the Eagle Run Branch Library in Fredericksburg, VA (www.librarypoint.org/crrlcon). This is their second annual comic convention and it should be a blast. Don't forget to tell John that George and Tony sent you!

If your local comic shop does not carry the first two volumes of Herald, please make sure to at least pre-order issue number 7 from them and demand they stock the trades. Or you can always use the Amazon link at www.georgeandtony.com. Thank you for supporting independent creators.

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Springtime For GATES

Ah, the scents and sights of spring! This week we learn about Tony's driving limitations, his sick and depraved gaming habits, and his brackets...or lack thereof. Plus movies, music, click bait, and feedback from Nancy L. from Long Beach.

Wanna be like Nancy L? Then why not subscribe on iTunes, spread the word on social media, and leave us some five-star reviews to help us grow the show? Thank you for your support. We appreciate you listening.

RIP Garry Shandling 1949-2016.

Direct download: GATES_EPISODE_113.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:03pm EDT

George and Tony Entertainment Show #112

Ded Lizzard

Tony is back yet again! Find out how he has been. This week, our heroes talk about St. Patrick's Day minty shakes, wheelchair tricks, and the Washington DC Metro. Plus, George hates trailers and lines, lines, everywhere there's lines!

Please listen to George's appearance on episode 96 of Longbox Review on iTunes or www.longboxreview.com this week. It's a double dose of George and it's a double dose of fun.

Please help us grow the show by simply leaving us a five star review on iTunes or wherever you pick up the show. We hope to at least double the number of reviews this week. Thank you for your time and support.

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:08pm EDT

George and Tony Entertainment Show #111

Rebirth of a Nation

Rob Kaylin of Comic Logic in Ashburn, VA (www.comiclogicva.com; follow them on all sorts of social media at comiclogicva) returns to the boiler room studio to fill in for Tony! He and George talk about the Oscars, the Washington Redskins, and...politics?! What is happening to this show??? We are confident that Rob's stories about his time at the 10th annual ComicsPRO meeting in Portland, OR will more than cleanse your palette. ComicsPRO is the only trade organization dedicated to the progress of direct market comic book retailers. ComicsPRO is attended by these retailers and comic book publishers. 

In the spirit of comics and "back issues," Rob has previously appeared on episodes 61 and 76 of the show. Check 'em out (and our whole archive) on iTunes. You may as well subscribe while you're there so you don't miss an episode. Please help grow the show by leaving us a five star review so others may find us. The grass roots effort continues! Thank you for listening.

Direct download: GATES_EPISODE_111.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:32pm EDT