Generation X-wing Podcast

The GXW crew ask "Whatever happened to the art of the movie poster?" Why are artists such as Drew Struzan, Richard Amsel or Bob Peak being replaced by inhouse photoshopping? What are some of the more memorable posters from our time?Also on this episode: "What excites you?"- we talk SDCC, a gigantic Milenium Falcon, Star Wras Card Traders, and the new movie "The Death of 'Superman Lives"; What Happened?" at http://www.tdoslwh.com/ We also have EXCITING NEWS about an interview coming up for next episode -  #interviewwithajedi What are some of your favorite movie posters? Want to weigh in on the conversation? Find us at? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to commission Drew Struzan to pain

It's the battle for the coveted GXW trophy! Round 2! This week: Rob vs Anil vs Josh Theme: Nicolas Cage movies. Name the actors who started along side Nicolas Cage. Who comes out the winner? Let us know how you did at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy the Alex Trebek autobiography "Trouble with the Daily Double". A book on how to host a game show like a professional. GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape.

The GXW crew discussThe art of directing. What is the job of a director? What makes a great director? Who are our personal favorites? Also on the podcast: "What excites you?" - Anil discusses a little known film involving lions, Melanie Griffith and mass chaos called "Roar!" - We also talk about the Back to the Future comic, Netflix's Daredevil, and Gilbert Godfrey. You have a favorite director? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to pay for a new canadian movie called "Growl!" It involves 17 mother bears, a fridge full of salmon and Ryan Reynolds. What could go wrong? GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape.  ***The Generation X-Wing Podcast is not associated with Lucasfilm LTD, Dis

It's a battle for the coveted GXW trophy (A broken hockey trophy that Rob bought at the Value Village for $2)This week:Bulent vs Anil vs JoshTheme: Name that Director!Let us know how you did at Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy a Mon Calamari version of Alex Trebek to stick on the trophy ("What is a Trap?"). GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape. 

The GXW crew discuss the music that makes the movie. We discuss the importance of a good soundtrack and which movies do it best. Which soundtrack has had the biggest impact on us? Which moment in cinema is the most memorable for us thanks to good music? Who are our favorite composers in the biz? Also featured on this episode: "What excites you"We discuss upcoming comics, shows and the unique change in the economy of Topps Star Wars Trading Card game. You have a favorite piece of music? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to pay Hans Zimmer to follow us around and compose the soundtrack of OUR lives...We have a feeling it involves a lot of tubas and marimbas. GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet a

The GXW crew with special guest Terry Chui (Commanding Officer of the 501st, Outer Rim Garrison) get together and discuss the classic kids adventure movie "The Goonies". What made us connect to this movie as children? What adventures did we get up to in our youth? What special 'treasure' does Josh have a knack of discovering?Also featured: - We answer last week's question: "What we would take with our time traveling abilities?"- What excited us this week? (Oh Wow!) You have a favorite moment? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy ourselves some cool gadgets. Bulent has his eye on the "Pinchers of Peril".GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape.  

The GXW crew with special guest Terry Chui (Commanding Officer of the 501st Outer Rim Garrison) stops by again to discuss and celebrate 30 years of Back to the Future! We share moments, critiques and #funfacts galore. Terry also shows us a number of his amazing props, many he designed by hand. Check out the photos on Facebook! You have a favorite moment? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're starting up an Indiegogo to bring Pepsi Perfect to the stores. GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape.

The GXW crew decide to take a page out of an old Wizard magazine and cast a few movies the way we think it should be casted. Also on this episode, we talk Marvel's Star Wars/Darth Vader comics. WARNING SPOILERS! We discuss "What's excited us" so far in the series.What movie would you recast? Whose movie would you see? What do you think about the Star Wars comic series so far? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy an autographed Clint Howard 8x10 photo to hang above the mantle. If that does not bring character to your room, nothing will. GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape.

The GXW crew are heading to the Retro and Relevant Toy Show in Vancouver and we decide to discuss the most popular, most influencial and most obscure toy lines from the 80's. From Star Wars to He-Man to Power Lords we talk toys and even take a moment to confess some deep dark secrets. What toy line was a part of your childhood? Share with us your #funfact at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy the Lego version of the Big Bang Theory apartment scene...Just to piss off Bulent. GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape.

The GXW (minus Josh...he's busy watching Transformers) share their memories of Saturday Morning Cartoons from the 80's to today. What were the more memorable shows out there? What caused the end of this beloved institution? Is this truly unexpected or even a bad thing? Share with us your memories and #funfact at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy some warm jammies and a giant box of Apple Jacks Cereal.....We know they don't taste like apples! We eat what we like!GXW theme song by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape

It is the last week of Star Wars Month and the GXW crew look back at the movies that started it all: Star Wars, Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. What do we remember most about these movies? Why does it strike a cord in all of us? How has it influenced us in such a positive way? AND so many awesome #funfact 's. Join us for a great discussion. Share us your memories and #funfact at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy a hot tub and huge container of foam rubber so we can re-enact the trash compactor scene....Josh's idea. Star Wars Theme (Rock version) done by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape

It is week 4 of Star Wars month and the crew looks back FONDLY at the Star Wars Prequels. It is so easy to nit-pick, so we decided to take the high road and focus on what went right for Episodes 1-3. What did you enjoy with the prequels? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes, stiitcher or Libsyn! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to write and publish our own book on how to pick up women called "Are You An Angel?" ...it will be so wizard! Star Wars Theme (Rock version) done by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape

It's week three of Star Wars Month and the GXW crew take a look back at season 1 of Disney's Star Wars Rebels. What were some of our favorite moments? How does it compare to Clone Wars? What do we hope to see in Season 2?Tell us what you think by contacting us at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link or Loot Crate link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy new droids. Chopper keeps chucking our old ones out into space. Star Wars Theme (Rock version) done by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape

It is week 2 of Star Wars month and Terry Chui (Commanding Officer of the Outer Rim Garrison of the 501st Legion) is back to show us his collection of props and costumes. From Stormtrooper helmets to blasters to lightsabers he gives us a run down of how some of the props are made and has a galaxy worth of behind-the-scenes tidbits you may not have known. Check it out! You want to find out more about the 501st and Outer Rim Garrison? Check out these links: 501st Legion OR Outer Rim Garrison (BC) also find them on Twitter and Facebook. Find out more about Generation X-Wing Podcast: Star Wars Theme (Rock version) done by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link or Loot Crate link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to get better mics. It's

"May the forth be with you!" It's Star Wars month all May and we start it off with a bang. Visiting our hosts Anil, Bulent, Josh and Rob is the Commanding Officer of the Outer Rim Garrison of the 501st Legion, Terry Chui.He discusses the history of the 501st Legion, the charity work they do, some of his special moments while doing his charitable work and how to become a member.We also discuss our first Star Wars memories as well as the recent "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" teaser trailer.You want to find out more about the 501st and Outer Rim Garrison? Check out these links:501st Legion OR Outer Rim Garrison (BC) also find them on Twitter and Facebook Find out more about Generation X-Wing Podcast: Star Wars Theme (Rock version) done by Arim Ahmet at Sound_Escape Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast 5 star us and subscribe on iTunes! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link or Loot Crate link if you are thinking

It's draft day again! Bulent, Anil, Josh and Rob fight over what are best Sci-Fi vehicles out there. What do they choose? Who steals what? Who has the most impressive list? Let us know by contacting us at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast  5 star us and subscribe on iTunes! Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link or Loot Crate link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to purchase our own spaceship. The egg that brought us to Earth is only a one way vehicle. #nanoo

The GXW is back together again. After watching the documentary "Dear Mr. Watterson", Anil, Bulent, Josh and Rob share their memories on the lost art of comic strips. We discuss our favorite strips, the influences has had on us and our memories of searching through the newspaper (ahhh... Happy Valley Memories). From Calvin and Hobbes to Bloom County to Life in Hell... we discuss it all. Also featured: "What excites you?" with shout-outs to Podcast 66, The System Addicts and random FB followers. Beginning Song: U Stink but I love U - Billy and the Boingers (Mucky Pup) End song: "The Dandelion Patch" - The Unified Theorists Dont forget to 5 star us and subscribe. Follow us on: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast  Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com  You can also hit the Amazon link or Loot Crate link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're saving up to buy those cute little Garf

The GXW crew look back at Steven Spielberg's movie career. We each chose our 3 favorites films and talk about the genius behind them. Also featured: "What excites you?"   What were your favorite movies? Let us know at: Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast  Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com Dont forget to 5 star us and subscribe. You can also hit the Amazon link or Loot Crate link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show and doesn't cost you anything. We're thinking of creating our own lifesize model of the ET out of mashed potatoes. Spuds aren't cheap you know!

GXW, with special guest Matt Brault, visit The Vancouver Fan Expo. We discuss the difference between Fan Expos vs. Conventions, cosplayers, photo etiquette, and getting signatures from the rich and famous.We also share what we were able to purchase at the Vancouver Fan Expo. Share your Fan Expo or Convention experiences by contacting us at  Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast  Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com Dont forget to 5 star us and subscribe. You can also hit the Amazon link or Loot Crate link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show. We are saving up to get matching Big Bang Theory Cosplay costumes.

Bulent, Josh Rob and speical guest Mike Paris from the Game Time Decision Podcast, talk WRESTLEMANIA 31. What were the highlights, lowlights and what did Bulent think about his first ever Wrestlemania? On a scale of 1 to Pizza we give our thoughts. For Mike Paris: visit him at Game time Decision Podcast on iTunes and Stitcher or  @GTDpod on twitter or @thatmikeparis on twitter.   Let us know how you felt about Wrestlemania by contacting us at  Twitter: https://twitter.com/Genxwing  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/generationxwingpodcast  Visit our website at www.generationxwing.com Dont forget to 5 star us and subscribe. You can also hit the Amazon link or Loot Crate link if you are thinking of buying on-line. This really supports our show. We are saving up to buy some new wrestling trunks...Ryback ate our last pair!