Category: interviews

TransMissions podcasts with interviews

Alt Mode Special 8 – Brian Ruckley Interview Transcript

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This is a transcript of our recent interview with Brian Ruckley, writer of the new Transformers comic series from IDW. We explore his approach to rebooting the Transformers Universe, and what he’s got in store for this reimagining of our favorite Autobots and Decepticons. So sit back and enjoy the beginning of a bold new era, on this episode of TransMissions Alt Mode! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our online shop, powered by TeePublic! Like what we’re doing and want to help make our podcast even better? Support us on Patreon or donate via Paypal! If you already support us, thank you! Continue reading

Extra! Episode 41 – Chat With Colin Douglas On TFcon L.A. 2019

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On this special episode of TransMissions Extra!, we sit down with Colin Douglas, organizer of the upcoming TFcon L.A. 2019! We talk about all the recent guest announcements, and Colin’s plans to make good on his promise for a Transformers G1 reunion this March! Are you excited for a West Coast TFcon next year? Let us know your thoughts! What is TransMissions: Extra!? We usually spend the first 30 minutes of our TransMissions Discord chat talking about other random topics before we record the main show. TransMissions Extra! is a more organized discussion of these topics recorded into a short podcast of its own. We hope you enjoy TransMissions Extra! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J. Su! Want some TransMissions swag? Check out our new online shop, powered by TeePublic! Like what we’re doing and want to help make our podcast even better? Support us… Continue reading

Special Episode 5 – Spencer Wilson From MAAS Toys

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On this special episode, we talk to Spencer Wilson from MAAS Toys about their Air Soldiers crowdfunding project, and the world of third party Transformers toys. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Patreon Contest Announcement! One lucky Patreon will win a $10 Gift Certificate from Toyhax (formerly Reprolabels) every month from September 2017 – August 2018! We did it! Our new monthly show TransMissions: Declassified is unlocked for Patreons! In TransMissions: Declassified we’ll take a deeper dive into some aspects of the Transformers multiverse. We’ve reached 60 Patreon supporters, so now this is a new monthly Patreon exclusive perk for all levels. But there’s still work to do! If we reach 100 Patreon supporters, the new show will be available to everyone! We’ve already done Episode 1, and that is available now and free for everyone. Check it out and if you want to hear… Continue reading

Special Episode 4 – Brian Volk-Weiss Interview (The Toys That Made Us)

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On this special episode, Darryl and Jeremy sit down with Brian Volk-Weiss, the creator of the Netflix original series “The Toys That Made Us.” We talk about Brian’s history, what we’ll see in the episodes coming out on May 25th, and what to expect in the future. Thanks for listening, and we hope you enjoy this episode of TransMissions! Patreon Contest Announcement! One lucky Patreon will win a $10 Gift Certificate from Toyhax (formerly Reprolabels) every month from September 2017 – August 2018! We did it! Our new monthly show TransMissions: Declassified is unlocked for Patreons! In TransMissions: Declassified we’ll take a deeper dive into some aspects of the Transformers multiverse. We’ve reached 60 Patreon supporters, so now this is a new monthly Patreon exclusive perk for all levels. But there’s still work to do! If we reach 100 Patreon supporters, the new show will be available to everyone! We’ve… Continue reading

John Barber and Alex Milne Interview Transcript from Alt Mode Special 5

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[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEoFaFMwT4w[/embedyt] It’s Free Comic Book Day! IDW put out Unicron #0 today and we were privileged to do an interview with the creative team behind the Unicron mini-series, John Barber and Alex Milne! If you’re a TransMissions Donatreon, you get an extended cut of the interview with an extra 30 minutes of content! Patreon supporters, download it here! Paypal supporters, download it here! (Donatreon password required – Posted to the TransMissions Discord Donatreon chat, or email us if you’re not on Discord) NOTE: This interview was conducted several weeks before the announcement that John Barber was named editor-in-chief of IDW Publishing. The full transcript of the interview is below. The podcast version of the interview is here, or you can view the YouTube version embedded above. Patreon Contest Announcement! One lucky Patreon will win a $10 Gift Certificate from Toyhax (formerly Reprolabels) every month from September 2017 – August… Continue reading

Alt Mode Special 5 – Unicron FCBD 2018 Milne & Barber Interview

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[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEoFaFMwT4w[/embedyt] It’s Free Comic Book Day! IDW put out Unicron #0 today and we’re here with a review of the comic and an interview with the creative team behind the Unicron mini-series, John Barber and Alex Milne! NOTE: This interview was conducted several weeks before the announcement that John Barber was named editor-in-chief of IDW Publishing. A full transcript of the interview is available here. Patreon Contest Announcement! One lucky Patreon will win a $10 Gift Certificate from Toyhax (formerly Reprolabels) every month from September 2017 – August 2018! We did it! Our new monthly show TransMissions: Declassified is unlocked for Patreons! In TransMissions: Declassified we’ll take a deeper dive into some aspects of the Transformers multiverse. We’ve reached 60 Patreon supporters, so now this is a new monthly Patreon exclusive perk for all levels. But there’s still work to do! If we reach 100 Patreon supporters, the new… Continue reading

Special Episode 3 – Rappin’ With Rik Alvarez

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On this episode, we’re joined by author, former Hasbro employee, and huge Transformers fan Rik Alvarez as we discuss his new book – the second edition of the The Unofficial Guide to Vintage Transformers: 1980s Through 1990s! All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Patreon Contest Announcement! One lucky Patreon will win a $10 Gift Certificate from Toyhax (formerly Reprolabels) every month from September 2017 – August 2018! We did it! Our new monthly show TransMissions: Declassified is unlocked for Patreons! In TransMissions: Declassified we’ll take a deeper dive into some aspects of the Transformers multiverse. We’ve reached 60 Patreon supporters, so now this is a new monthly Patreon exclusive perk for all levels. But there’s still work to do! If we reach 100 Patreon supporters, the new show will be available to everyone! We’ve already done Episode 1, and that is available now and free for… Continue reading

Special Episode 2 – TFcon DC 2017

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[embedyt] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ImfZzHo9u20[/embedyt] On this special convention episode, Yoshi went to TFcon DC 2017! He had an awesome time there and got to hang out with some great Transformers fans and creators. As the only TransMissions host there, he got a lot of love from our listeners. Enjoy the TFcon Yoshi experience! Patreon Contest Announcement! One lucky Patreon will win a $10 Gift Certificate from Toyhax (formerly Reprolabels) every month from September 2017 – August 2018! We did it! Our new monthly show TransMissions: Declassified is unlocked for Patreons! In TransMissions: Declassified we’ll take a deeper dive into some aspects of the Transformers multiverse. We’ve reached 60 Patreon supporters, so now this is a new monthly Patreon exclusive perk for all levels. But there’s still work to do! If we reach 100 Patreon supporters, the new show will be available to everyone! We’ve already done Episode 1, and that is available now… Continue reading

Alt Mode Episode 45 – Fireside Chat With IDW’s Chris Ryall

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On this episode, we’ve got a very special interview with Chris Ryall, editor-in-chief of IDW Publishing. We delve into Chris’ long history with IDW, and his involvement with getting IDW’s Transformers comics to where they are today. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions Alt Mode! This episode was edited by Michael Ordway (@minervion).  Please check out his work in 3D modelling and animation and video and audio post-production at www.michaelordway.com!  Huge thanks to Michael for his hard work! New Patreon Contest Announcement! One lucky Patreon will win a $10 Gift Certificate from Toyhax (formerly Reprolabels) every month starting in September 2017 – August 2018! We did it! Our new monthly show TransMissions: Declassified is unlocked for Patreons! In TransMissions: Declassified we’ll take a deeper dive into some aspects of the Transformers multiverse. We’ve reached 60 Patreon supporters, so now this is a new monthly Patreon exclusive… Continue reading

Alt Mode Episode 34 – Rom vs Transformers Creator Interview

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On this episode, we’re live at TFcon Toronto 2017, and we sit down with co-writer John Barber, artist Alex Milne, and colorist Josh Perez to talk all about their new miniseries Rom vs Transformers: Shining Armor. We talk all about their creative process and what we can expect from this crossover event! All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions Alt Mode! This episode was edited by Michael Ordway (@minervion).  Please check out his work in 3D modelling and animation and video and audio post-production at www.michaelordway.com!  Huge thanks to Michael for his hard work! Pick up your copy of the new Limited Respect The Prime Special Convention Edition album online at Distortion Productions and at TFcon Toronto 2017, TFcon DC 2017 or Dark Side of the Con 2 2018! Help unlock a new monthly TransMissions show! In TransMissions: Declassified we want to take a deeper dive… Continue reading