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Extra! Episode 30 – TF5: Lowered Expectations

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On this episode of TransMissions Extra!, we sit down to watch the reveal of the first trailer for the upcoming movie Transformers: The Last Knight. This is the fifth movie in the live action Transformers franchise, and promises lots of action and explosions, as usual. The TransMissions crew has a well-known bias against the live action TF movie franchise, but with each new installment comes a flicker of hope that things will improve. Did this trailer kindle or extinguish that hope? Listen and find out! 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! Check out the video version of this podcast on YouTube! Order our exclusive Skybound… Continue reading

Alt Mode Episode 2 – MTMTE’s Counterrevolution

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On this episode, in Comics we review the Transformers: More Than Meets The Eye Revolution one-shot, we speculate on the next chapters of the Machinima Transformers Prime Wars Trilogy web series, and we look at the trailer for a  new Transformers mobile game, Transformers: Forged to Fight. 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! This episode of TransMissions Alt Mode is sponsored by Prime Toys, where you can get collector grade toys without the collector grade prices! Use the coupon code TRANSMISSIONS at checkout for 10% off all regularly priced Transformers-related items! Take our Best of 2016 Survey and tell us your pics for the best Transformers toys and comics of 2016!… Continue reading

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Episode 202 – Everything’s Comin’ Up Ginrai

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On this episode, we take a look at the upcoming Perfect Effect upgrade kit for Takara Legends Super Ginrai (Titans Return Powermaster Optimus Prime), we inspect the official images of Masterpiece Inferno repaint Artfire and the Takara Legends God Bomber. And to top it all off, special guest IDW superstar colorist John-Paul Bove returns! All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Check out our “Trips to the Store” video segment on YouTube! 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! Special Thanks to comic book colorist and writer John-Paul Bove (@wordmongerer) for joining us on this week’s show! Check out his creator-owned comic book one-shot UnEarth! This episode of TransMissions is sponsored by Prime Toys, where you can get collector grade… Continue reading

Extra! Episode 29 – Not With A Bang But A Whimper

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On this episode of TransMissions Extra!, we’ve reached the end of the IDW Revolution crossover with issue #5. We give our take on the conclusion, and speculate on what’s next for the IDW Transformers comics, particularly the new Optimus Prime series. Overall, did Revolution satisfy or disappoint? Let us know your thoughts in the comments! What is TransMissions: Extra!? We usually spend the first 30 minutes of our TransMissions Skype call 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 Spreadshirt! (Patreon Supporters, you get a special shop with a 20% discount!) Like what we’re doing and want to… Continue reading

Alt Mode Episode 1 – TransMissions Generation 2

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On this inaugural episode of TransMissions Alt Mode, our new show focused on Transformers comics, media, and pop culture, we do a classic comic review and revisit spotlight Shockwave. We find a surprising connection between the competition reality TV show The Voice and Transformers Generation 2, and in Convention News, Jack Lawrence is set to attend TFNation 2017. 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! This episode of TransMissions Alt Mode is sponsored by Prime Toys, where you can get collector grade toys without the collector grade prices! Use the coupon code TRANSMISSIONS at checkout for 10% off all regularly priced Transformers-related items! Take our Best of 2016 Survey and tell us… Continue reading

Episode 201 – It Never Ends!

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On this episode, we check out the Fans Hobby gallery that was unveiled at the SGC Toy Show in Shanghai. Iron Factory Reveals their legends-sized versions of Bruticus, Shockwave, and several more. We also get a look at X-Transbots Masterpiece-sized Cliffjumper and Hubcap. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Check out our “Trips to the Store” video segment on YouTube! 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! This episode of TransMissions is sponsored by Prime Toys, where you can get collector grade toys without the collector grade prices! Use the coupon code TRANSMISSIONS at checkout for 10% off all regularly priced Transformers-related items! Take our Best of 2016 Survey and tell us your pics for the best Transformers toys and… Continue reading

Episode 200 – End Of The Road

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On this landmark 200th episode, FansToys reveals a Masterpiece inspired Sixshot in Toys. In Comics we review Transformers: Till All Are One #5, and in Convention News, Dairycon 2017 has been announced and Jeremy is going! We have all of this and and the winner of the Transformers: The Movie 30th Anniversary Bluray contest on this episode of TransMissions! Check out our “Trips to the Store” video segment on YouTube! 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! This episode of TransMissions is sponsored by Prime Toys, where you can get collector grade toys without the collector grade prices! Use the coupon code TRANSMISSIONS at checkout for 10% off all regularly priced Transformers-related items! Order our exclusive Skybound Transformers #1 comic with cover art by E.J.… Continue reading

Extra! Episode 28 – Knowing Is Half The Battle

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On this episode of TransMissions Extra!, it’s the return of G.I. Joe! In Revolution, the Joes are Earth’s main line of defense against alien threats, but now Scarlett realizes their ranks have been infiltrated, if not completely overrun by the Dire Wraiths! Now she leads a mission to get the Joes’ house in order, but is it already too late? The self-proclaimed Crown Jewel of the Hasbro Universe starts here! What is TransMissions: Extra!? We usually spend the first 30 minutes of our TransMissions Skype call 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! Like what we’re doing and want to help make our podcast even better?  Support us on Patreon or donate via Paypal! Want to see a new IDW comic set… Continue reading

Episode 199 – Let ‘er RIPT

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On this episode, we’re joined by RIPT Apparel’s co-founder Paul Friemel and he tells us all about those awesome RIPT Apparel T-shirts and the custom cover they commissioned for the upcoming Optimus Prime #1! In Toys we’ve got a slew of new RID figures, in Media News the live action Bumblebee movie is in search for a director, and we get a look at a listener’s custom built Prowl car in Feedback. All this and much, much more on this episode of TransMissions! Check out our “Trips to the Store” video segment on YouTube! 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! This episode of TransMissions is sponsored by Prime Toys, where you can get collector grade toys without the collector grade prices! Use the… Continue reading

Extra! Episode 27 – Miles Unleashes Mayhem

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On this episode of TransMissions Extra!, the Revolution continues with issue #4. Finally all the players in the new Hasbro Universe are set for the massive conflict that Revolution promised. It’s the battle that will make your inner 10-year-old jump with joy! The Autobots (and Soundwave) must defend Autobot City and their cache of Ore-13 against the Dire Wraiths who want to use the Ore to conquer the planet. But which sides will Rom, G.I. Joe, M.A.S.K. and the Micronauts take? It’s time to take a stand! What is TransMissions: Extra!? We usually spend the first 30 minutes of our TransMissions Skype call 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! NOTE: This podcast was recorded 2 weeks ago, before the G.I. Joe… Continue reading