Episode 242 - Kirk Kushin

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On today's episode, I have TV and comic book writer, Kirk Kushin! 

Kirk was one of my guests on our LIVE SDCC episode, and I wanted to talk to Kirk a little bit more about his career and writing in kids' animation. 

Kirk's Comic Book "Ozopolis"

I talked with Kirk about his early inspiration and finding his way into the industry, the importance of networking and being nice to people, putting in the work and meeting deadlines, working on Hello, Kitty, as well as Blippi, a little comic book writing, and so much more!

Tim and Kirk recording the episode

A huge Thank You to Kirk Kushin for taking the time to come back on the podcast and give me a more in depth look at his incredible career. Make sure to follow him at all of the links below!

Thanks, Kirk! 

Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 241 - Derek Sheen

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On today's episode of the podcast, I have comedian, Derek Sheen!

Derek Sheen

I first met Derek probably close to 15 years ago performing stand-up in Salt Lake City, and I was thrilled to catch up with him and to have him join me on the show to talk about is new special "Unrelatable"that releases this Friday, August 21st! 

We talked about Derek's early introduction to comedy, his mom's encouragement to do standup and perform comedy, using comedy to deflect bullies and trauma bond, how to make audiences laugh with darker subject matter, our comics and action figure collections, opening for some of his idols like Brian Posehn and Patton Oswalt, how "Unrelatable" came together, and so much more!

A huge Thank You to Derek Sheen for taking the time to join me on the podcast. It was so great to chat with him and see what he's been up to over the years. I had so much fun with his special and I can't wait for you guys to see it as well. Check out "Unrelatable" this Friday on YouTube! Make sure to follow Derek on all of the links below!

Thanks, Derek!

Enjoy the episode! 

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WATCH "UNRELATABLE" ON YOUTUBE HERE

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"Nimrods" in theaters this weekend!

 As many of you know I am a huge fan of Green Day. So, when I was asked if I wanted an early look at their new film, "Nimrods", I couldn't say yes fast enough!

While I don't typically do movie reviews, or even consider myself a film critic, I wanted to take a minute to talk about how much I genuinely enjoyed "Nimrods". Check out the video below for my quick, spoiler free chat about the film. 

If you're a huge fan of Green Day like myself, and even if you're not, this is such a fun coming of age film that you're going to have a good time with it. "Nimrods" hits theaters this Friday, August 14th. 

Check out the official trailer here:

Episode 240 - LIVE from SDCC w/ Rob Kutner, Kirk Kushin, Stefanie Leder, and Hyunjin Jo

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(Apologies on some audio issues. The perils of doing a live show)

On today's episode of the podcast, I am coming to you LIVE from San Diego Comic-Con for our annual show! 

Tim Drake, Rob Kutner, Kirk Kushin, Stefanie Leder, Hyunjin Jo

This year I sat down with recurring panelist, and 5X Emmy winning writer, Rob Kutner to set up a different take on the panel discussion. With so much changing in the job landscape within Hollywood, especially as writers, we created a discussion topic of "How to Navigate a Writing Career in Hollywood in 2026". Rob helped me coordinate the panelists, and we invited Kirk Kushin, Stefanie Leder, and Hyunjin Jo to join us on the panel. 

We talked about how everybody got their start writing in Hollywood, adjusting to new skill sets, taking the time to learn the craft, the art of the meeting set up, advice to new writers, and so much more. 

A huge Thank You to Rob, Kirk, Stefanie, and Hyunjin for taking the time to make the trek down to San Diego to join me on this show. It's crazy that I've been doing this for 11 years now, and there is no sign of stopping! Please make sure to follow them on all of the links below!

Thanks, Rob, Kirk, Stefanie, and Hyunjin! 

Enjoy the episode!

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Episode 239 - "Saber" Documentary feat. Matthew Wiatt, Alec Martinez, Charlie Cummings , and David Laudenslager

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On today's episode of the podcast, I have the several members of the new documentary "Saber" joining me on the podcast! Director Matthew Wiatt, Alec Martinez, who is one of the documentary subjects as a fighter and is now one of the directors of The Saber Legion, Charlie Cummings, the owner of The Saber Legion, and David Laudenslager, one of the national directors and media lead of The Saber Legion.

"Saber" is an incredibly fascinating documentary about the phenomenon that is competitive light saber fighting. Matthew had reached out to me ahead of San Diego Comic-Con to let me know that the film would be screening at SDCC and to see if I would be interested in chatting with them. I was so enamored by the idea of the film and jumped at the opportunity. 

After recording the podcast at SDCC

(L to R) - David Laudenslager, Alec Martinez, Tim Drake, Matthew Wiatt, and Charlie Cummings

I talked with them about how Matthew first became aware of The Saber Legion, how each of them got involved with lightsaber fighting, the positive and inclusive environment that The Saber Legion has fostered and created, being about to compete have fun without letting competitiveness overtake their joy, and so much more. 

A huge Thank You to Matthew, Alec, Charlie, and David for taking the time to join me ahead of preview night at San Diego Comic-Con. Make sure to check out "Saber" when it plays in a town near you. If you are interested in The Saber Legion, we have also provided the website below to find a chapter near you. Please make sure to follow them as well!

Thanks, Matthew, Alex, Charlie, and David! 

Enjoy the episode!

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FOLLOW ALEC MARTINEZ ON INSTAGRAM HERE

FOLLOW THE SABER LEGION ON INSTAGRAM HERE

VISIT THE OFFICIAL SABER LEGION WEBSITE HERE

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UPDATES! - SDCC 2026 & MERCH!!!

Hi Everybody! I know it’s been a minute since an episode as I’ve been traveling in the film festival circuit promoting “Demoentize”, as well as getting two new feature films off the ground, but we have some news! 

First off - SDCC - TOMORROW!!!

AND…

After 13 years of shows we finally have merch!! Why so soon? I know, I know. BUT IT’S FINALLY HERE

These are just 4 of these designs, but there is plenty of merch to buy from t-shirts, hoodies, hats, mugs, stickers, and more! And to make it even better, it’s all on sale! Go get yourself some merch! Just click to STORE tab above!

See you guys in San Diego! 

THE MERCH STORE IS LIVE!

 It's finally here! After 13 years of doing the show, I figured it was time to have some merchandise! 

There are currently 4 designs available with more to come. We have shirts, hoodies, hats, stickers, mugs, and more! Go check it out!

BUY MERCH HERE