Punisher: Body Count

Introduction - Jake and I thank you for your amazing contributions to our Indiegogo campaign! We also share a moment of confusion and a moment of manliness.  News - A new cast photo for the Punisher show is out, and that's about it! Gift Exchange - Jake and I take part in our annual tradition of trading gifts on the air!  Bullet Points - We discuss Magic Bullets #3 and Gwenpool Holiday Special #1 in our search for the true meaning of the holidays.  Fan Fiction Fun Time - We read some of our favorite Punisher fan fictions. In order: Punisher: Rachel's War by JasonNoir Judgement Skull by settlechaos The Punisher: Deep Waters by Blakkstone Discharge Papers - Jake struggles to think of something to recommend and I give important opinions on Rogue One.

Introduction -  To help Jake replace his computer and improve the show in general, we are running an Indiegogo campaign! There are plenty of rewards for donors, such as shirts, on-air producer credits, and the money will go toward getting more episodes out and more content in general. Afterwards, Jake and I share Thanksgiving stories with a side of sadness, and I talk about my life as a big time actor in New York City.  [31:06] News - We report on the new artists that will be taking of the Punisher title in the wake of Steve Dillon's death, a new retro figure from Diamond Direct, and some unexpected Netflix news regarding the Punisher. [35:38] Bullet Points - We cover Punisher/Dr. Strange: Magic Bullets #1 and #2, the best buddy cop movie of 2016. [1:08:58] Flashbacks - As a Christmas gift to me, we cover Foolkiller: White Angels, a rare Punisher MAX team-up with west coast vigilante/street artist Mike Trace. It's a wonder to read and a shame we don't get more. [1:57:40] Discharge Papers - Jake likes Dr. Str

This episode is will be focused on comic book artist and creator Steve Dillon, who died earlier this October. Introduction -  Jacob entertains us with some humorous anecdotes and I talk about how my family is entering the FUTURE. [25:40] News - We announce a new bevy of cast members for the Punisher show and reveal a wonderful gift sent to us by Charles Burgio. [46:23] Mail Call - Tons of mail from you people today! Questions about our guest wish lists, Cloonan's run, and who would win in a fight: Me or Jake? [1:15:42] Bullet Points - In this episode, we cover Gerry Conway's Punisher Annual #1 and Becky Cloonan's Punisher #6. [1:50:03] Flashbacks - In honor of Halloween we cover Marvel Mangaverse: Punisher and in honor of Steve Dillon, we cover the Punisher: War Zone #1-6, the miniseries made by him and Garth Ennis. [2:34:27] Discharge Papers - Jake and I have a hearty debate on the state of MCU movies, talk about Luke Cage, and I recommend you watch the new season of Black Mirror.

What is the haps, my friends. We had a lot of fun with this episode, so I hope you enjoy it. Introduction - Jacob has found success in overthrowing his HOA and is now a Youtube sensation. Is he getting too big for this show? Haha, no. I recall some great acting anecdotes as well. [19:43] News - Special guest Emily Williams helps us get our heads around Avengers Academy, and we talk about some new casting for the Punisher Netflix show. We also talk up the Punisher vs. Darkman fan film and the shittiest Punisher costume ever. [45:18] Mail Call - We get a ton of great voicemails and emails from you guys! Plus, Jake gives what might be the best team-up idea ever. Also, use this link to play the video when we start talking about the new military "Punisher" vehicle to follow along with us! [1:25:26] Bullet Points - We get as close as we will ever get to Civil War II with Choosing Sides #4 and Kingpin #3. We end the segment with Becky Cloonan's Punisher #5. We get a little negative on it, but it's a good series. [2

After reviewing many notes given to us from Human Resources, we have decided to terminate Jake's contract and replace him with his wife Emily Williams. Thank you for understanding. Introduction - Jacob discusses his Nashville trip and I talk about fire pits and relationship tricks.  [20:06] News - We talk Punisher Netflix release dates, casting, and a cool (real!) gun named after the character! [34:30] Bullet Points - We cover Becky Cloonan's Punisher #4, which continues the proud Punisher tradition of battle vans and kids being cool with murder. [56:45] Mail Call - Javier comes in on the clutch with a last-minute mail call question! It's an angel Punisher question! [1:00:47] Flashbacks - It's late August so of course we go over a back to school special! This one is Punisher Back-To-School Special #4, and it's got everything: Hallucinogens, Malaysian head hunters, and a lesson on why you shouldn't kick hobos.    [1:44:20] Discharge Papers - Jake and I talk about the Back to the Future movies and I recommend H

Here is a fun podcast to listen to while you play Pokemon GO between your Snapchat sessions, fam. We are cool people on this podcast. Introduction - Jake talks about his upcoming Nashville trip and his slow metamorphosis into becoming his co-host. I discuss the glorious new shop that opened up in my town and my Pokemon GO adventures. Also, there's a strip club in there somewhere. [22:42] News - Jake and I talk about the newly announced series Magic Bullets, coming out this fall, as well as the Netlfix/Marvel lineup and how the Punisher series plays into it. [31:31] Mail Call - We get some great voice mails from our listeners that ask us about Frank's tactical sense and have us reminiscing about the worst Punisher comics we've ever read. [1:21:75] Flashbacks -  We switch up formats to celebrate Nigel Higgens, the British Punisher, featured in both comic segments today! In this episode, we cover the first half of The Eurohit storyline with Punisher issues 64-66. [1:39:26] Bullet Points - We cover issue #10 of C

Yeah, son (and/or daughter). It is time for insane Punisher stories, honey pots, and dick jokes. Introduction - Jake talks about his game testing duties and how he's getting his daughter into STEM. I talk about my acting career and my battles in the gas wars. [23:51] News - Jake and I discuss the newly announced Punisher TV show's release date and the growing meme of the Punisher identity. [36:20] Mail Call - We get a great voice mail from Blackstone and some helpful emails from our listeners. [54:19] Bullet Points - We cover Frank's adventures in upstate New York and Vermont in Punisher #2 and wrap up the emotionally dead-inside series Seventh Circle. [1:23:14] Flashbacks -  Jake and I enjoy the hell out of an unpublished Punisher 2099 story done by Chuck Dixon! He released it on his blog and you can Read Part 1 here!  Read Part 2 here! [1:58:29] Discharge Papers - Jake discusses the shows Love, Narcos, and the Studio Ghibli movie The Wind Rises. I love Lady Dynamite and hate the AMC show Preacher.

Introduction - Jake does his good deed for the year by helping a man with some car troubles and I brag about the fat stacks I made with my crazy gambling skills.  [21:42] News - Jake and I discuss the newly-announced Punisher Netflix series and we mourn the passing of Darwyn Cooke. [36:20] Mail Call - Listener Rab asks us some great questions about Frank's views on the Irish conflict, his mostly good vidja games, and "bandwagon" fans. [1:13:10] Bullet Points - We cover the new Punisher #1 by Becky Cloonan and art by Punisher veteran Steve Dillon. Overall, it's a promising, solid start! [1:37:20] Flashbacks - We were in the mood for an annual, so we talk about Love, loss, and shitty Iron Man suits in Punisher War Zone Annual #1. [1:58:29] Discharge Papers - Jake and I rave about Captain America: Civil War, and I talk about the sweet haul I got from Free Comic Book Day!

Got some cool announcements today so let's get into it! Introduction - Jake and I catch up with vacations and shopping around for car insurance.  [13:18] News - Jake and I scrape together some previews for Becky Cloonan's upcoming Punisher series (coming out this May!) and we get into a weird argument about Danny Cooksey. We also announce the winner to our Spoilers Bro! contest. TFAW Announcement - As mentioned on the show, Punisher: Body Count is now affiliated with the world's 3rd largest comic books and pop culture retailer in the world: Things From Another World! Here's what that means: When you click that link or other recommendation links to buy something from TFAW's site, we will get a percentage of the final order, which Jake and I will put toward the show. This will not increase your prices; it just helps us out and you get the comics, graphic novels, figurines, and general merch you wanted anyway! [33:33] Mail Call - Jake and I get political and discuss what writers would not be a good fit for the

Now that we've all probably binged watched Daredevil, let's collect ourselves with calm and cool discussions on how baller Frank Castle was when he killed like three gangs in five minutes. Introduction – Jake shares his newest creations in the world of brisket-making and I go to the wrong guy's birthday party.  [24:15] News – Not a ton of news for this episode, but check out this article on Frank Castle's relationship and meaning to both readers and US armed forces.  [30:37] Mail Call – We answer your questions about Frank's politics and girls who get all touchy-feely around inanimate objects.  [48:18] Netflix and Kill – Jake and I discuss the first three episodes to Daredevil season 2. [1:25:38] Bullet Points – Jake and I cover Daredevil/Punisher: Seventh Circle Infinite Comic #1. It's okay. [1:39:27] Flashbacks – We discuss the first three issues of David Lapham's Daredevil vs Punisher: Means and Ends.  [2:05:07] Discharge Papers – Jake brings up the 1993 classic Firepower and I invite you to get confused b

After some technical difficulties, Jake and I are back, blitzed, and barely believing there are still no new Punisher comics out yet. Introduction – Jake and I catch up on on what we've been doing the past month and I recall some gamble adventures. [14:08] News – We tackle some Netflix news and some new tidbits from Becky Cloonan's upcoming Punisher run.  Spoilers Bro! Contest – As mentioned in the News section, there is a new contest for a signed Ray Stevenson (star of the Punisher Warzone) movie print. All you have to do is email what you think will be the ultimate fate of Frank Castle by the end of season 2 of Daredevil. The person with the most accurate guess will win the print! Email us your predictions at punisherbodycount@gmail.com.  [42:13] Mail Call – We answer your pressing Punisher questions, like the best accessories to buy and how Frank would fare in G.I. Joe's world. Also, a big shout-out to our German listeners! [1:12:33] Bullet Points – Since there are no new comics out, Jake and I check out t

Introduction – Jake and I talk Christmas plans and take part in our live gift-opening tradition! Don't miss it! [26:40] News – We speculate on Alex Alonso's comments about the Punisher and WeirdWorld, and then we get weirded out about Frank Miller's comments about Elektra being in Daredevil season 2 [31:49] Mail Call – We get some Christmas well-wishes from Blackstone, and answer some questions about the Punisher's view on gun control, [51:01] Bullet Points – Ultimate End #5 wraps up and Jacob and I are okay with that. [1:07:50] Side Ops – Today we get hyped for a new segment. I'm going to keep this one under wraps to keep it a surprise! But visit this link later, ok? [1:36:30] Dane And Jake Go to the Movies – Jake and I get salty about Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

Jake and I have slept off the Thanksgiving Turkey and are ready to transitioninto a Christmas drunken haze with quality Punisher news and comics! Introduction - Jake and I catch up on each other's Thanksgiving, and I recommend you read Richard Embree's The Keeper. I'm the editor on it, and you can read the prologue to it for free right now! [17:03] News - We tell you what we know about the barely released Daredevil season 2 teaser trailer, cover Sherry's amazing Punisher Harp Zone collection, and reveal new developments for Lexi Alexeander, former Punisher: War Zone director. [28:30] Mail Call - We answer questions of comedy, gender, and race in regards to the Punisher, and Jake gets some fan mail. [55:36] X-Mas... Points? - Since there are no current Punisher comics out, Jake and I read the 2005 Red X-Mas #1, by Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray. Here is the bathroom scene panel we talk about because I'm not making it into the banner art.  [1:21:20] Flashbacks - For my early Christmas present, Jake and I talk

Oh my god, an episode under two hours?! Introduction - Jake and I share our Halloween plans, and Jake tells us about his bus driving days. [11:28] News - We cover the Punisher's new series in 2016 and its new creative team. We also discuss Daredevil season 2's trailer and follow it up some very special news.  [25:20] Mail Call - A Daredevil question goes into a slight diversion. [37:40] Bullet Points - We cover Valerie D'Orazio's Punisher comics, including Girl Comics #2 and Punisher MAX: Butterfly!  [1:08:48] Flashbacks - We discuss the legendary meet-up between Blade and the Punisher in Marvel Team-up #8. [1:22:34] Discharge Papers - Jake has gotten back into pop culture tv shows and I talk up season 2 of The Flash.

Note: We mention Chuck Dixon as an upcoming guest, but that has been put on indefinite hiatus. We will continue to work on bringing in new guests, and thank you for your patience.  Introduction - I talk about my time as a vape model, and Jake explains how Homecoming is the bane of his existence. [15:10] News - We discuss new Bernthal photos that have been released, the fact that there are no Punisher comics out, and former Punisher writer Valerie D'Orazio breaking off with Marvel. [25:29] Mail Call - Jake and I discuss how swole the Punisher should be and consider a fan's move premise. [45:38] Bullet Points - We cover all the non-movie media appearances of the Punisher, with Jake and I focusing on Spider-Man: The Animated Series and briefly discuss Super Hero Squad.  [1:28:18] Flashbacks - We discuss the prestige-format story The Prize. It's a great story by Chuck Dixon and Mike Harris. [1:45:56] Discharge Papers - Jake recommends... I won't spoil it. I recommend Robin & Batgirl: Year One, I confirm that

We got it in before August was out. Sometimes, that's all you can ask. For more info on the "missing" banner, go on down to Bullet Points. Introduction - Jake and I catch up on our important lives, and I talk about some great emails that have taken place. [14:42] News - We discuss Jon Bernthal's released Punisher on-set pics and the oncoming Punisher drought. [23:30] Mail Call - We handle some voicemail and hypothetical questions about Frank going to another publisher. [41:22] Bullet Points - We cover Punisher #20, which goes out with white light instead of a bang. Secret Wars Journal #4 has Egyptian Punisher hang out with Age of Apocalypse Iron Fist and it's okay. In Ultimate End #4, Jacob decides to help out with art duties with the banner art. For maximum "enjoyment," don't click this link until we talk about it. And then we talk about the Fantastic Four movie. [1:26:24] Flashbacks - We read A Man named Frank, Chuck Dixon's amazingly historically accurate western. [1:26:25] Discharge Papers - Jake recommen

JON BERNTHAL JON BERNTHAL JON BERNTHAL. Introduction - Jake and I catch up with what we did with our holidays, and I discuss my family's new hobby. [15:08] News - We discuss Jon Bernthal's Punisher character and his research in the new upcoming season of Daredevil. We also want to help out our friend Mike, as mentioned on the show, so please click this link to donate to his GoFundMe page if you have the money to spare.  [23:32] Mail Call - So much mail I can't even write it all in! [27:02] Bullet Points - We cover Punisher #19. We weren't fans of it, but respect differing opinions. Secret Wars Journal #3 is a fun noir romp, though!  We round it out with Ultimate End #2-3.  [1:05:37] Flashbacks - Today continue to remember John Ostrander's Punisher #5-7. We get bad artwork, the return of Rosalie Carbone, and more! [1:40:12] Discharge Papers - We finally get around to talking about Terminator: Genysis. I recommend an Audible trial that our show is now affiliated with. If you click the link and get the trial, ou

Welcome back. Are you enjoying your summer? Introduction - Jake talks about his recent handyman accomplishment and I bring up two stories that explain what I've been doing with my life recently. [26:55] News - Jake and I talk about Lexi Alexander's new director gig and list out all the current Punisher appearances in Marvel's Secret Wars event. We also discuss a new contest and us sponsoring a warrior. There is also something about the Punishing appearing on Daredevil next year but whatever I'm sure it's fake. Contest - For this contest, we are giving away a free Tom Jane Punisher piece of artwork done in water colors by Star Wars artist Tod Allen Smith! All you need to do is either comment about us on our iTunes page or talk us up on Twitter and Facebook using the hashtags #PBC or #Punisherbodycount. Add a #Punisher hashtag too if you can, as this helps your message spread to other Punisher fans! I will check these for these hashtags every day to keep track of who has entered. In the sake of fairness and to

No time to waste, let's get right to the Steven DeKnight interview! Introduction - Jake talks being a temporary hobo and I announce my first con appearance! I'm doing the 8pm Friday panel with my friends from Gearbox Union. [19:50] Dane and Jake Go to the Movies - Jake and I reveal our thoughts on Netflix's Daredevil and Avengers: Age of Ultron. [1:00:23] News - We discuss Tom Hardy's ambitions to become the Punisher and Gerry Conway's comments on how people interpret the Punisher. [1:24:16] Mail Call - We answer some Edmondson run questions, speculate on an animated Punisher feature, and talk about the Punisher's Catholic background. [25:46] [1:38:01] Bullet Points - We run through Spider-Gwen #4 and then get perplexed as hell with Punisher #18 . [2:00:03] Flashbacks - In honor of the Netflix show, we cover the first meetup between Daredevil and Punisher in Daredevil #183 -184. It's a semi-forgotten story amidst the Elektra story done under Frank Miller's tenure with the character, but still a fun story. [2:

Spring is now truly here! Strap on your khaki shorts and strap in to a new episode of Punisher: Body Count. Introduction - Jake talks about how Five Nights at Freddy's scarred his daughter, and I talk about my NYC trip and how this show helped me a new job. [18:27] News - Arch Stanton has created a new post on Frank's Salad Days that shows the multiple creative link between Boba Fett and the Punisher character through in-depth research, comparisons, and interviews. It's awesome work and you should definitely check it out. We also discuss Daredevil showrunner's Steven DeKnight's wishes to create a Punisher show. [25:46] Mail Call - We get a voicemail from Blackstone and talk about the pain dreams can give you, and then we tackle ebonics. [45:51] Bullet Points - We trudge along the road Punisher #17 has laid for us and then briefly cover  Spider-Gwen #3 . [1:10:26] Flashbacks - We celebrate the Reavers story in Punisher v2 #33-34. It's amazing and I'll knife-fight anyone who disagrees. [1:41:12] Discharge Paper