#64: Ron Harper Tribute
Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast
This is a special bonus episode of Talking Apes in APEril dedicated to Alan Virdon himself - Ron Harper who passed away on March 21. In this tribute episode, Richard Woloski and Kevin Toft share some of their favorite Ron Harper moments from the Planet of the Apes TV series. They also read submissions from the Talking Apes listeners who pay tribute and hear a heartfelt message from Bobby Porter who worked with Ron a few times on the series. What are your favorite Ron Harper moments from Planet of the Apes, Land of the Lost, Cold Case, etc.? . Now go APEril! NEW...
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#63: Talking Apes with GARY GERANI - Topps Trading Card Writer, Screenwriter, Author
Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast
Happy APEril to the Talking Apes community! We’re so glad that you are here with us to celebrate a month dedicated to us Apes! In this kickoff episode we speak with Topps editor and writer, Gary Gerani. You can see his work in such series as the Planet of the Apes TV series, Star Wars, Superman, Charlie’s Angels, Jurassic Park, Welcome Back Kotter, Creature Features, Dinosaurs Attack. Gary’s book, The Card King Chronicles (Vol. 1) is a must have for any nostalgia collector. Gary also co-wrote the film, Pumpkinhead. We talk so much about his career in this really fun...
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#62: Talking Apes Adventures - Final Comic Installment!
Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast
In this episode, the new Talking Apes Facebook admin. Patrick Izzo joins us as we break down the 6th and final installment of Marvel’s ‘Planet of the Apes’ adaptation. Discussions include what Dr. Zaius meant when he told Taylor, “Be careful what you look for, you may not like what you find.” Also, has Nova seen the half-buried Statue of Liberty before she and Taylor stumbled upon it? We also discuss Marvel’s new Apes comic prequel series, ‘Beware of the Planet of the Apes’. Did you know there is an Apes ride attraction? It’s not in Anaheim or Orlando, but in...
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Talking Apes HOLIDAY SPECIAL!
Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast
Happy Holidays to all the cheerful chimps, festive gorillas, jolly orangutans, and you damn dirty humanoids. We are so excited about this all-new power-packed episode. First, we have a treat for you! Do you ever forget what the exact Planet of the Apes TV episodes were about and where they fall in order? We came up with an ape-themed rendition of “The 12 days of Christmas” but summarizing the series episodes. But wait, aren't there 14 episodes? You are so right so we made an extended version. (Caution: Richard and Kevin are not singers so listen with caution.) To make it all...
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HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! Talking Apes Adventures!
Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast
We are so excited to bring you the first Talking Apes Halloween Special! Watch the YouTube version to see the comic book pages: https://youtu.be/I-CXKahsqmc Richard and Kevin are transported to Ape City where they go trick or treating, however not everyone is happy to see them. Bobby Porter reprises his role of Cornelius from Battle of the Planet of the Apes (1973) for the first time in 50 years (thank goodness for multiverses). Also in this episode, Richard and Kevin continue their colorful commentary of Marvel’s ADVENTURES ON THE PLANET OF THE APES adaptation series...
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#59: Talking Apes Adventures #3
Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast
Talking Apes explores Comics! Video version: Welcome to our 9th Anniversary Episode! We are back after a Summer break. In this episode we will continue our colorful commentary of Marvel’s ADVENTURES ON THE PLANET OF THE APES adaptation series (1975-1976). We will break down the third of six issues, titled, MANHUNT! Written by with artwork by George Tuska, M. Esposito, T. Morellaro, and George Roussos. This issue was released on December 1, 1975 We go over the issue as well as review the cover art with YOUR help. We read many comments where you...
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#58: Talking Apes Adventures #2!
Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast
Talking Apes explores Comics! Taylor’s in trouble! Nova makes sure he gets plenty of “exercise”! And Zaius rocks a leisure suit. So many reasons to love this second issue of the Planet of the Apes Marvel comics adaptation from 1975. In this NEW episode of Talking Apes we break down “The Trial” (or “The World of Captive Humans”. Marvel never can settle on titles). And we go over your fun comments about the cover art with the Christmas Apes. Watch the YouTube version of the show where you can see the comic panels and weigh in on the artwork and...
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#57: Talking Apes Adventures!
Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast
Talking Apes is back to explore a medium we haven't covered yet - Comics! Planet of the Apes comics date back to 1974 with a 29-issue series published by Curtis Comics. Marvel’s ADVENTURES ON THE PLANET OF THE APES series (1975-1976) adapted the original film and Beneath. In this episode we will break down the first of six issues of the Apes adaptation with our colorful commentary. We discuss the differences between the film and comic and the very psychedelic artwork. And why do the gorilla soldiers wear yellow tunics? We also read your comments on this issue’s cover...
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Return of Talking Apes!
Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast
We’re back! After another looooong hiatus, Talking Apes returns with a super episode! Richard Woloski and Kevin Toft look ahead to what’s coming up in Apes fandom. In April we get the new Marvel comic series, the first since 1975. Then in 2024 we can look forward to the next film, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes! We go over the recent casting news and speculate on what writers, Rick Jaffa and Amanada Silver, said in recent interviews. Also, we finish up the series where we break down the unproduced Planet of the Apes TV series scripts and synopses. There were eight...
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Bobby Porter AMA
Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast
Talking Apes is BACK!!! This episode is worth the wait as we welcome back the always fun and energetic - Bobby Porter. We constantly get emails and messages asking us to ask Bobby questions about his career as a stuntman and actor. Listeners from all over the Apes fan community also sent in questions so we backed Bobby to the end of a tree branch and got him to answer many of your personal questions. Bobby tells tales from the films and TV shows he’s worked on such as Battle for the Planet of the Apes, Planet of the Apes TV series, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, E.T. The Extra...
info_outlineTalking Apes talks with Dana Gould! Happy Holidays to all you Chimps, gorillas, orangutans and even you damn dirty Humanoids! We want to Welcome you once again to Talking Apes! This is your Planet of the Apes podcast where we spotlight the classic Apes era. We talk with authors, actors, the fan community, and we have also broken down each episode of the live and action and animated Planet of the Apes TV Series.
On this episode we will be speaking with none other than writer, producer, Ape-fanatic, and author of Planet of the Apes: Visionaries - Dana Gould! Dana just adapted Rod Serling’s original Apes script into a graphic novel from BOOM! Studios. We talk fandom, films, and about his alter-ego, Dr. Zaius!
Richard and Mark share stories of Planet of the Apes Christmas gifts of years past as well as what is available from the classic Apes era this year from BOOM! Studios, WETA Workshop and more.