Matthew Sardo

Monkeys Fighting Robots

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Join us for an inside look at the world of comic books and the evolution of the industry, hosted by Matthew Sardo. Send your comments and questions to matt@monkeysfightingrobots.com

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Nov 14, 2024

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Episodes

Episode 39: Kellan Lutz 15.07.2015

Actor Kellan Lutz phoned in to talk with us about the season finale of FOX's Bullseye. Kellan also talked about his upcoming project "Extraction" with Bruce Willis, his goal to be in a super hero film, and his favorite charities. Bonus track: Star Wars Slave Leia controversy in Philadelphia. ABOUT KELLAN LUTZ Kellan Lutz most recently starred in the feature films “The Expendables 3,” “The of Legen...

Episode 38: Laura Vandervoort 14.07.2015

The star of "Bitten" Laura Vandervoort stopped by to talk about season three of the show, Comic-Con, and a little Supergirl rumor. Bouns tracks: "Suicide Squad" trailer breakdown and my initial reaction to Marvel's "Ant-Man." About "Bitten" In 2014, Syfy introduced genre audiences to Elena Michaels (Laura Vandervoort, SMALLVILLE, Ted), the world’s only female werewolf, in BITTEN, a steamy, emotion...

Episode 37: Gary Hart on Donald Trump 13.07.2015

Former presidential candidate Gary Hart talked with Matthew Sardo about the 2016 Presidential Election and how you can get involved in the election process. Hart also mentioned how the media is creating a reality show called "Donald Trump Runs For President." Bonus track: Recapping the trailers that came out of San Diego Comic-Con 2015. "Batman V Superman: Dawn of Justice," "Suicide Squad," "Deadp...

Episode 36: Lacey Chabert 10.07.2015

Actress Lacey Chabert stopped by to talk about her latest film "Family For Christmas" and her career as a voice actor. Chabert works with Mark Hamill on Transformer: Rescue Bots and she has a secret project with Marvel or DC Comics that she can't talk about. We also had conversations about a "Party of Five" re-union and how social media has changed Hollywood. Bonus tracks: San Diego Comic Con news...

Episode 35: Kevin Sorbo "Hercules" 08.07.2015

Did you ever watch "Hercules: The Legendary Journeys" or "Andromeda?" That was syndicated television at its best. Kevin Sorbo has been producing films at a record pace for the last 10 years and he called the Monkeys Fighting Robots hotline to talk about his latest film "Hope Bridge." Bonus conversation: Star Wars Hall H Leak Marisa Tomei Cast As Aunt May In Next “Spider-Man” Film

Episode 34: Donny Most And I Jump The Shark 07.07.2015

Donny Most joined the Monkey Fighting Robots podcast to talk about his music and his time on "Happy Days." Most has appeared on Glee, played himself on the Family Guy, in the 80’s he was Eric the Cavalier on Dungeons & Dragons and he was Stiles on Teen Wolf. His most notable work is his character Ralph Malph from "Happy Days." Now at the age of 62, Donny Most is going back to his musical roots. Pa...

Episode 33: Box Office Report - July 2015 02.07.2015

The Monkeys Fighting Robots movie critic Felix Albuerne chats with Matthew Sardo about Ant-Man, Minions, and Mission: Impossible - Rogue Nation. The duo also discuss how Jurassic World stormed the box office and how Terminator: Genisys could win the weekend but bomb out quickly.

Episode 32: "I AM EVEL KNIEVEL" 30.06.2015

Kelly Knievel spoke with Matthew Sardo about the documentary "I AM EVEL KNIEVEL" and what his father's legacy looks like today. Knievel discusses the chances of another American Icon rising up in today's 24/7 media circus, and he updates the prospects of a feature film about his father.

Episode 31: Brian Wilson on "Love and Mercy" 25.06.2015

Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys spoke with Matthew Sardo about the film "Love Mercy." The film was made with the full cooperation of Wilson and his wife Melinda , Love & Mercy offers a never-before-seen glimpse of Wilson, the boy genius who co-wrote such ebullient pop hits as “Surfer Girl” and “Fun, Fun, Fun” and the game-changing masterpieces “Good Vibrations” and “God Only Knows” before disappear...

Episode 30: IronE Singleton from The Walking Dead and "The Blindside" 24.06.2015

IronE Singleton will be at Walker Stalker Con in Orlando this weekend and he talked with Matthew Sardo about the convention, the over whelming support of the fans, a "Vatos" spinoff, his quest to be cast as a super hero, and his one-man play "Blindsided by the Walking Dead." Singleton who was born in raise in Georgia also weighed in on the debate over the confederate flag.

Episode 29: Nick and Zack Keller on Death Head #1 19.06.2015

Nick and Zack Keller talk with Matthew Sardo about their new book from Dark Horse Comics, Death Head #1 and the influences that brought the Plague Doctor to life.

Episode 28: Dennis Dunaway of Alice Cooper 11.06.2015

Dennis Dunaway was a founding member of Alice Cooper and was inducted to the Rock and Roll Hame of Fame in 2011. Dunaway spoke to Matthew Sardo about his new book and the differences in the music industry between then and now. Dunaway just released his memoirs of his time with Alice Cooper. "Snakes! Guillotines! Electric Chairs!" is the riveting account of the band's creation in the '60s, strange...

Episode 27: Craig Shoemaker "Little League Is Not The Hurt Locker" 10.06.2015

Stand up comedian Craig Shoemaker spoke with Matthew Sardo about his retirement and last album "The Last Stand (Up)." Shoemaker also talked about how the industry has changed and the podcast revolution. ABOUT CRAIG SHOEMAKER (from his website) "Shoemaker is insightful and amusing...we are moved beyond laughter to tears." -- The Los Angeles Times. You might know Craig Shoemaker as the unmistakably...

Episode 26: James "Head" Guiliani the Dogfella 09.06.2015

James Guiliani spoke with Matthew Sardo about his new book "Dogfella." ABOUT JAMES "HEAD" GUILIANI AND "DOGFELLA" How did an addicted ex–con on the verge of suicide become a caring member of the community? With a little help from a Shih Tzu named Bruno. James “Head” Guiliani, a confidante of the Gotti regime, was arrested and jailed on a weapons charge. After his release, he fell back into alcohol...

Episode 25: The Big Show On How He Would Like To Leave The WWE 08.06.2015

WWE's the Big Show talked with Matthew Sardo about his new film "Vendetta" and how he had to go to a very dark place to play the villain, Victor Abbott. The Big Show also touched on how he would like to walk away from wrestling. Bonus track: My review of Game of Thrones - "The Dance of Dragons."

Episode 24: Antonio Fargas a.k.a. Huggy Bear From Starsky and Hutch 05.06.2015

Antonio Fargas, best known as "Huggy Bear" took some time to talk with Matthew Sardo about his acting career that spans 50 plus years and his current gig as brand ambassador for NBC's COZI TV.

Episode 23: Rob Fee On The Awkwardness Of Social Media 03.06.2015

Rob Fee a comedic writer, took time to talk with Matthew Sardo about pop culture, social media, Norm MacDonald, Danny DeVito and the worst sports fans in the world. He also took mushrooms for the first time and then went to Wrestlemania. Fee has worked with Comedy Central, MTV, Ellen, Playboy, IFC, Epic Meal Time, CBS, VICE, Mandatory, Relevant and IGN to name a few. Follow him on Twitter @RobFee.

Episode 22: Box Office Report - June 2015 01.06.2015

The Monkeys Fighting Robots movie critic is on the line! Felix Albuerne chats with Matthew Sardo about the summer blockbuster schedule and the duo looks back at the films that defined month May. What was your favorite film from the May 2015?

Episode 21: Jim Breuer Talks New York Mets, David Letterman And Life 28.05.2015

Jim Breuer talked with Matthew Sardo about the New York Mets, David Letterman, getting older, the return of Rock and Roll, and our imaginary Pete Davidson - Jim Breuer buddy cop film.

Episode 20: Nate Bargatze On The End Of A Late Show Era 27.05.2015

Comedian Nate Bargatze spoke with Matthew Sardo about the end on an era with the retirement of David Letterman, the art of storytelling, the return of sitcoms, and the Dave Chappelle / Nate Bargatze imaginary buddy cop film.

Episode 19: Kent Moran on his boxing film 'The Challenger' 26.05.2015

Filmmaker Kent Moran spoke with Matthew Sardo about his latest film 'The Challenger.' Moran takes us through every step of the film making process; from early drafts of the script, to recruiting Justin Hartley for the film while he was working out at LA Fitness. 'The Challenger' was the last full length, theatrical film for Michael Clarke Duncan, before his passed away in 2012. The film follows st...

Episode 18: 'Fight Club 2' With Dark Horse Comics EIC Scott Allie 22.05.2015

Editor in Chief of Dark Horse Comics Scott Allie spoke with Matthew Sardo about how 'Fight Club 2' by Chuck Palahniuk and Cameron Stewart became a reality. Kelly Sue DeConnick, Matt Fraction and Brian Michael Bendis are sitting at dinner trying to convince Palahniuk to write 'Fight Club 2' as a graphic novel?!

S01E17: Oscar Isaac On Ex Machina, Star Wars: The Force Awakens, and X-Men: Apocalypse 21.05.2015

Oscar Isaac spoke with Matthew Sardo about the world of science fiction; from his current film by Alex Garland "Ex Machina" and how he was blown away by the script, to his excitement for his role in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens." Isaac also touched on how he prepared for his role as Apocalypse, in Bryan Singer's "X-Men: Apocalypse."

Episode 16: Greg Poehler, "It's All Aziz Ansari's Fault" 20.05.2015

Greg Poehler talked with Matthew Sardo about his show "Welcome to Sweden." Poehler who gave up his job in law; writes, produces, and stars in the show that airs in the states and over in Sweden. Poehler also talked about how lonely it's to watch the Super Bowl in Sweden, and how Aziz Ansari inspired him to try stand up comedy.

Episode 15: Lea DeLaria on Orange is the new Black, David Bowie, and Grace Kelly 19.05.2015

Lea DeLaria of "Orange is the new Black" talked with Matthew Sardo about the Netflix revolution, season three of OITNB, David Bowie + jazz, Lucille Ball, Grace Kelly, and career advice for waiters.

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