Punisher: Body Count

Here's a fun drinking game: Take a shot every time Jake and I say "SJW." Enjoy not going to work tomorrow if you do! Also, we did interview Ken Kristensen, and that will come out in a bonus episode. Introduction – Jake won his Fitbit Challenge! And participated in a public shooting drill. Meanwhile, I traveled to Brooklyn with a friend and almost committed assault on a podcast host. Also, Jake and I bring up my comedy album The Paul Peron Tapes. Follow that link for some free tracks or check out the iTunes and Google Play stores to download them. I appreciate it. [49:55] News – Jon Bernthal does some John Wick-style gun training, and I talk about upcoming release dates for your favorite Netflix shows and that one Infinity Warp comic. [1:17:50] Mail Call – We get some good questions about Punisher continuity and new possible criminal targets.  [1:36:45] Bullet Points – We continue the mad house that is  Cosmic Ghost Rider #3. We read Punisher #1, where Frank continues harrassing a man with a purple sock on h

We are just high on goof balls and I'm sorry. But also not really. Also, I'm actually sorry about my audio quality. It will all be back on track next episode. Introduction – Jake shows how he crushes his enemies and has them driven before him in a company Fitbit Challenge, and I continue to gamble and being a big deal actor man. [41:52] News – We learn about a new shooting location for Punisher season 2 and some upcoming What If? comics! [1:05:21] Bullet Points – We read Punisher #1, a completely new series with the same writer and plotline as the last one. And then the roller coaster continues with Cosmic Ghost Rider #2. Also, Jake derails the show with Disney porn because of course he does. [2:01:20] Flashbacks – I fucked up the Flashbacks prep, so we spitball future ideas. If you have some suggestions, send us a message on Twitter or Facebook. [2:05:03] Discharge Papers – Jake goes deep into pinball games and The Foreigner. I become a Preacher apologist and shill my appearance on Waifu Wars. Send us your P

Jake and I go into a lot of tangents in this one. Be ready for that. Introduction – Jake talks about his summer vacation and ringtone experiments, and I talk about a recent trip to the doctor. [24:43] News – We learn about a new shooting location for Punisher season 2 and some upcoming What If? comics! [46:20] Mail Call – We get a great question from Javier about integrating the Marvel movie universe with the Marvel Netflix shows. [1:03:15] Bullet Points – We cover Cosmic Ghost Rider #1 and Punisher #226-7. [1:32:50] Flashbacks – In honor of the Cloak and Dagger show, we are covering Spectacular Spider-Man #82, which holds an importance place in Punisher’s publication history. [1:52:05] Discharge Papers – Jake and I discuss Luke Cage season 2. [audio http://traffic.libsyn.com/punisherbodycount/Punisher_Body_Count_Episode_112.mp3]

Back in June, Jake and his family visited me as part of their summer vacation. During the visit, Jake and I set up a Q&A session on Facebook live. While you wait for us to set up the next episode (coming out this week!), I figured it would be nice to have this archived in the podcast feed. If you'd like to view the video, click here!  

Your donations to our Ko-Fi.com page allowed us to get an audio producer to professionally balance and clean up the audio! Thanks for that! Introduction – Jake talks about how his shot at podcast stardom on the Pilots and Petards Podcast was almost ruined by bad Chinese food, and I talk about two obsessions of mine: Comedy and Gambling. Also, check out my cousin's podcast!  [29:08] News – Certain guests continue to elude us and we learn some new info on Punisher season 2. [41:58] Mail Call –  We introduce the new Ko-Fi section and veer into a weird fascism argument. We also get an expert opinion on Punisher symbols in the military. [1:17:45] Bullet Points –  We cover Punisher #224-5, where Frank continues being an obstinate asshole to the Marvel Universe and it's just terrific. [2:06:10] Flashbacks – We travel back to Spider-Man 174 & 175, with Len Wein as the writer and editor. Can Frank and Spider-Man take down the hitman known as... The Hitman? Tune in to find out. [2:31:05] Discharge Papers – Jake w

In the very beginning of this episode, I mention a way you can support the show by going to our Ko-Fi.com page. You beautiful people have already helped Jake and I reach our first dumb goal, so now we're going to have to think up new stuff. Don't worry, donations will automatically go to the next goal when we set it up. Introduction – We realize we got competition in the Punisher podcast world! I bring up the banter war with my sister and my forays into standup comedy. Jake reveals his secret saltiness over all my guest spots and gives me some tough love. Jake then closes out with a goodbye to a local friend.  [36:15] News – We give an update on Mike Baron's Kickstarter Cue Ball, and we learn about the upcoming Cosmic Ghost Rider comic and what's next for Rosenberg's Punisher. The New Contest! – I found a Deadpool vs Punisher #1 comic signed by former show guest Fred Van Lente! He was one of Jake and I's favorite people to have on the show, and for a lot of listeners, too. If you would like to get your hands

Happy Easter! There were some sound recording issues in this one, but they should be fixed by the next episode.  Introduction – We talk about haircuts and how I'm going to jail soon. [13:22] News – New cast announcements for Punisher season 2, a Punisher comic character makes an appearance in the upcoming season of Luke Cage, and a new drug is on the street, and it's sporting the skull. [22:04] Mail Call –  We answer some fan mail about Frank's IQ and liking comics hated by the mainstream! We also try to think up some unorthodox merch and discuss if continuity helps or hurts the Punisher. [49:36] Bullet Points –  We cover Thanos #16, Punisher #222, and The Platoon #6! All of them are rad. [1:58:02] Discharge Papers – We talk Black Panther, Jessica Jones, and Al's Baby.

Introduction – Jake makes an apology and revelation, and I recall another meeting with Uncle Bill. [21:25] News – Punisher season 2 is confirmed, and I was on Signal of Doom! We also go down some weird rants, and then get some surprise news! [41:19] Mail Call –  We answer some fan mail about gimmicks from Blackstone! [56:25] Bullet Points –  We cover the perpetual video game that is Punisher #221 and The Platoon #5, wherein shit gets real. [1:28:30] Flashbacks – We read Jim Starlin's prestige-format Punisher book, Ghosts of Innocents.  [1:47:56] Doomsday Cuck Discussion – Hey, remember Rorschach? Hey, remember Nostalgia? Hey, remember when reading a comic made you feel smart? Me neither, dude.  [2:35:49] Discharge Papers – I recommend Altered Carbon and Jake makes me aware that Kindergarten Cop 2 exists. 

Introduction – Jake and I continue our descent into destroying ourselves, and "Dollar General" Bill returns! [23:38] News – We learn some behind-the-scenes facts from the Punisher netflix series! [33:19] Mail Call –  We answer some fan mail from listener Jimbo! [46:55] Blackstone FAQs – Fan favorite listener and writer Blackstone answers some of your questions. [1:20:14] Bullet Points –  We cover Platoon #4 and Punisher: War Machine #220. [2:04:52] Flashbacks – Remember when the Hulk was a smartass that worked for the Las Vegas mafia? Punisher: Body Count remembers, with Incredible Hulk #395-96. And of course, a special appearance is made by Frank Castle. [2:34:39] Discharge Papers – Jake and I discuss our latest trips to the movies and Netflix, including The Toys that Made Us, The Room, Molly's Game, and more. We also get mad about Doomsday Clock, but more on that next time!

We end the year strong with a holiday episode that contains highs, lows, heart disease, and fan fiction! Introduction – Jake and I discuss how we are awful at Christmas. [22:00] News – We discuss Brian Michael Bendis' comments on the cancelled End of Days comic and reveal the "Ultimate Punisher Story" that never came to be.  [33:40] Christmas Exchange – What entertainment value could come from two guys trading gifts? Man, just listen.  Gift 1 Gift 2 Gift 3 (Do not click until you get to it) [50:30] Bullet Points –  This segment only covers The Platoon #3, and man I hope you're interested in gun facts. [1:07:55] The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly Fanfiction Special – Jake makes a new format for this segment, so here are the fanfics for you to follow along! Fic 1 Fic 2 Fic 3 [1:52:15] Discharge Papers – Jake and I discuss the Last Jedi and I recommend you watch Goliath on Amazon! Jake also watched Cobra and it was ok. See you in 2018! [audio http://traffic.libsyn.com/punisherbodycount/Punisher_Body_Count_Episode

Introduction – I talk about my frustrating Thanksgiving and Jake gets through the daily grind. [12:45] News – We talk about the Disney buyout deal and a fandom's interesting defection to the Punisher.  [22:35] Mail Call – We answer your voicemails and get a cool early Christmas gift! [46:45] Bullet Points –  This segment only covers The Platoon #3, and man I hope you're interested in gun facts. [1:01:55] Flashbacks –  We look back fondly on What If #44, where Venom Possessed the Punisher. In a shocking twist, Spider-Man doesn't die in this one! [1:12:25] Netflix and Kill – We cover the rest of the Punisher Netflix series, with all it's improvements, accomplishments, and favorite/hated characters. [2:16:55] Discharge Papers – Jake recommends the Polybius documentary and I talk up the Cry of Mann webseries.

We got opinions on the Punisher Netflix TV show and much more today! Introduction – Jake introduces us to the Weinstein scale, and I talk about the my guest appearance on Mike's show, ToonCast!  [19:58] News – Jake and I discuss the Vulture article that we got to contribute to, and we check out the reviews for the Netflix series. We also talk about Mike Baron's new Kickstarter, Q-Ball!  [40:47] Mail Call – Today we receive voicemails from listeners and one very famous actor! [57:50] Bullet Points –  We close out Becky Cloonan's run with Punisher #17 and then hope into the newly re-numbered Punisher #218, where Not-Bernthal teams up with Not-Samuel L. Jackson to steal the War Machine armor. Finally, The Platoon #2 is so solid that Jake and I have trouble even discussing it. [1:42:015] Netflix and Kill – The Punisher is a Marine, and Jigsaw is finally good! We discuss these miracles and more as Jake and I go through the first three episodes. [2:16:55] Discharge Papers – Jake recommends Twilight Imperium and

Who wants to hear some opinions about Vietnam? No, you're not being force to spend time with your grandpa, it's Punisher: Body Count! Introduction – Jake feels troll's remorse and I tell a tale of rogue-ry and alcohol. [23:30] News – We discuss the Punisher tv premiere delay and New York Comicon panel change, as well as the Northrup-Grummin fiasco.  [38:04] Mail Call – We get an email from long-time fan Adam Stines, and I humiliate myself again. [53:30] Bullet Points –  Things sure... start coming to a close with Becky Cloonan's Punisher #16. We also cover Edge of the Venomverse - War Stories #1. It's okay. Finally we get to the return of the messiah: Garth Ennis and Goran Parlov give us The Platoon #1. [1:57:02] Flashbacks – In honor of The Platoon, we cover the final Punisher: MAX arc by Ennis and Parlov, which is of course Valley Forge, Valley Forge. I really enjoyed the discussion we had here, but we do get rather political, so you've been warned. [2:53:47] Discharge Papers – Jake recommends you catch up

Enjoy the episode banner on our website. It is possibly some of the best photoshop I've ever done.  Introduction – We open up the show by talking about our betters, in particular Kelly Kanayama, and her lovely Frank Discussions podcast. Jake then talks about revisiting his childhood by seeing Terminator 2, and then I discuss how I'm getting closer to living out a shitty version of the Crank movies. [30:51] News – We report on the upcoming renumbered Punisher: War Machine comic, a Punisher fan getting into politics, morse code and social media, and the  Secret Empire Omega comic that will surely explain why Frank became a fascist.  [43:59] Mail Call –  We get some complimentary fan mail and I will the sabotaged guns argument. Hell yeah. [50:33] Bullet Points –  Becky Cloonan keeps up the one-shot winners with Punisher #15. Also, don't forget to email us at punisherbodycount@gmail.com with your Barracuda writer suggestions. [1:12:54] Flashbacks – We treat ourselves to some more bonkers Punisher 2099 with issues

Man, wasn't episode 100 good? Consider this the hangover episode, where we try to get by, realizing we will never reach such heights until we get another big name on the show. Introduction – Jake educates us on safe sex and I nearly die in a Chuck E. Cheese.  News – We predicted Marvel VR, discuss The Platoon, mention Mego figures, and of course dive into Netflix news. Episode 100 Contest! - The episode 100 contest is still running, and we'll announce a winner next episode. We want to make sure the show reaches as many people as possible, so each of these acts counts as an entry: Review us on iTunes Review us on Stitcher Share the episode 100 post on Facebook Re-Tweet episode 100 on Twitter The prize is a color copy work-in-progress page from Batman/Punisher: Deadly Knights, the crossover comic done by Chuck Dixon and John Romita Jr.! This was a collaboration work-in-progress page between the colorist, editor, and other artists! [37:22] Mail Call –  We get voicemails from Big Rab and Blackstone, rant abou

It's finally here! Episode 100! And it's over six hours long! We are unto gods of podcasting now. Lesser podcasters weep at our wise, niche branding, and women have stopped Jake and I on the street so much that we must employ guards to use Punisher 2099-style Adjustable Density Power Bats against them. Advertisers compete in gladiatorial matches for us to even mumble their products on our show. We have a lot of content for this episode because wanted episode 100 to symbolize what this podcast is about. So we have prizes, we have an interview, we have stupid comedy bit, and more! Also, there was some drinking done, mostly for me, so I'm going to apologize in advance for that. Introduction – We welcome long-time listener and Punisher fan Arch back to the show.   Jake and Arch catch up on the South and sweet medieval tournaments. I give an update on my new Bog Saget-style life with my sister and her kids, and then I share some magical local folklore that Jake immediately ruins. Jake then talks about being a frie

Enough time has passed that now MAX comics don't feel odd as being Flashbacks segments. Man, how time flies. Introduction – Jake and his wife gets new hobbies, and life continues to be a nightmare for me. Here is a picture so you can keep up with our nerdery when Jake talks about his miniature figures. [15:43] News – More Netflix news, a Jim Lee myth cleared up, and lego Punisher with "realistic" guns. [29:22] Mail Call - One awesome fan is running a marathon and we get some questions from 4chan's Comics and Cartoons board! [40:08] Bullet Points - Things continue to creatively fall apart in Punisher #11, but Deadpool Vs. Punisher #1-2 turns out to be a refreshing, fun ride from writer Fred Van Lente.  [1:30:19] Flashbacks - We dip back into Punisher MAX with Kitchen Irish, covering issues #7-12. [2:06:39] Discharge Papers – Jake finally watched Jessica Jones and I enjoyed Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, much like most of America. [audio http://traffic.libsyn.com/punisherbodycount/Punisher_Body_Count_Episode_9

In sickness and in health, Punisher: Body Count is here for you. Introduction – Jake has the sniffles, but I grow only more powerful. [15:05] Netflix and Kill – We go all Sisko and Ebert on Iron Fist, a Netflix show that has been on for weeks. [37:53] News – I briefly bring up some new Punisher Netflix photos and give shout-outs to our great listeners. [42:24] Mail Call - We get one email from a listener with a dream. [47:16] Bullet Points - We cover Punisher #10, where the honeymoon is clearly over with this series. [1:07:50] Flashbacks - We cover the third trade paperback of Marvel Knights Punisher, which includes issues #20-26. We got pathos, we got squids, we got traumatized. [1:47:45] Discharge Papers – A relatively short segment this time around with me recommending Legion and not some dumb movie. 

We can't stop, we won't stop. We might get delayed, but stopping? No. Out of the question. (Special thanks to Johnny for our thumbnail! Check him out on Instagram @thedeadcelt) Introduction – Jake and I give an update on the Indiegogo campaign and investigate his wife's cyber-bullying. [22:54] News – We learn about a new Punisher/Deadpool mini-series, some Punisher cast news, and a horrible mistake made by Kentucky police. [39:30] Mail Call - We get some great "accidental revenge" movie recommendations from Arch, and some new questions from new fans! [1:03:30] Bullet Points - We cover Magic Bullets #7-8 and finish off Punisher #9. [1:43:10] Flashbacks - As per an Indiegogo request, we got Punisher: Year One on the docket! As a mini-series, it holds up very well, combining Frank's story with the greater Marvel universe while keeping it on a very human level. [2:17:58] Discharge Papers – Jake recommends Rurouni Kenshin and not getting a liberal arts degree. I recommend you give Legion three episodes before deci

Welcome to our show, publicly funded by you! I promise you we will only spend the money on wise investments. Introduction – Jake classes up the show with some art and I talk about how even while dying I can make things awkward. [18:50] News – We talk about Jon Bernthal growing a new beard, Tom Jane's new gig, and upcoming comics like a Deadpool/Punisher team-up and some telling Goran Parlov artwork (Thanks Punisher Harp Zone!). [29:55] Mail Call - We mull over some casting questions and talk about dealing with liking a character but hating the current direction the character is in. [47:04] Bullet Points - We cover Punisher #7-8 and Magic Bullets #4-6. [1:35:54] Interrogation Room - We are honored to have had John Barber, the writer behind Doctor Strange/Punisher: Magic Bullets! He has been an editor for IDW and Marvel, with plenty of great stories to boot! John was a top-notch guest, and we recommend you check out the other equally notch IDW comics he is writing right now: Optimus Prime  Revolutionaries eve