Join us as we catch up with all the latest happenings with the Phantom from around the world in the month of October 2024. This podcast is truly international as we fly around dissecting Phantom related news from Sweden, Germany, Finland, Italy and Ukraine then review the latest Daily and Sunday newspaper stories and review comics from Australia, Sweden, Germany and USA.We love comments and feedback from the Phantom phans from around the world. At the bottom of the article, we list some talking points we would love to have your input on.Below is a timeline of what we discussedDaily & Sunday Newspaper story progressDaily 266 "The Avarice has Landed": 6 Mins, 30 SecsSunday 195 "The Princess of Songhai": 19 Mins, 30 SecsTony DePaul's blog post about the start of this adventurePhantom comicsFrew Comics (Australia)"The Mystery of the Mali Ibex" (Frew #1980): 30 Mins, 30 Secs"The Coast of Chains" (Frew #1981): 40 Mins, 30 Secs"Operation Domino: Silent Running Chapter Four" and "Operation Domino: The Irregulars Chapter Five"  (Frew 1981): 50 Mins, 45 SecsMad Cave Studios (USA)Defenders of the Earth #2: 1 Hour, 30 SecsEgmont (Sweden)Fantomen 20-2024: 1 Hour, 6 Mins, 30 SecsFantomen 21-2024: 1 Hour, 10 Mins, 30 SecsWick & Zauberstern (German)Wick #8: 1 Hour, 14 MinsZauberstern #14: 1 HourPhantom news Zack Edition release Phantom series (link): 1 Hour, 22 MinsEditoriale Cosmo Italian book out: 1 Hour, 24 MinsFantomet 2024 Album out 8th Nov (link): 1 Hour, 25 MinsArki Design merch now out for sale (link): 1 Hour, 28 MinsSwedish Fantomen Subscription towel (link): 1 Hour, 34 MinsPhantom playset by ElastoWit (link): 1 Hour, 37 MinsWe would love to have your input on the following topics:What would you like to see us do for our 300th episode?Are you enjoying the AI subject with the current daily story "The Avarice has Landed"?Do you think the humanoid looks like the real life Elon Musk?Do you like your Phantom stories featuring current and future technology?Do you agree that it is best for Frew not to print black and white versions of Don Newton stories?Do you see this Operation Domino storyline happening before the Phantom Goes to War Lee Falk story if it was happening in chronological order?Do you like the idea of these publishers from around the world creating books featuring their local countrymen stories?Will you be purchasing any of the Finnish products? Would you like to see Frew and or PhantomsVault sell them?Would you buy a Fantomen subscription just for the freebie of the beach towel?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast.Support the show

Dan Fraser, and Jermayn Parker join Janusz Ordon who is a Polish comics creator who has created Phantom stories since 2018. In short 6 years he has drawn 20 full length stories for Fantomen but also Frew. He has also drawn 6x Fantomen covers at the time of recording. We start at the beginning which includes how Janusz Ordon first came to know about the Phantom from the Fantom (TM-Semic) series published from 1992 to 1993 in his home country. Other areas we touch upon and discuss are:His prior relationship with Philip Madden a Fantomen writer.The art scene in Poland including Fantomen artist Kasia Nie who drew her first Fantomen cover and story in 2024.Janusz Ordon describes his style for the Phantom. How do you see his work?His style that works as well in black and white (Frew comic) and in colour (Fantomen comic). Do you have a preference? Talks about his process and how that can change depending on the style of the script and how inspired he is by it.What he gets from different writers and editors in terms of the scripts and references.How he deals with different scripts and references from the dozen Phantom writers & editors he has worked with.Challenges working on scripts.Playing with the panels to use splash pages when working on Claes Reimerthi scripts.His process of using digital and traditional mediums for sequential (roughs / layouts and final art) and the cover art.Why Janusz Ordon traditionally paints his Fantomen covers and will traditionally pencil and ink his next Fantomen story.His process of creating a cover for stories he did not draw. [Editors note: this will surprise you]Would you like to see a process of Janusz Ordon painting some Phantom illustrations?We ask Janusz Ordon if he is drawing the next parts of the 22nd Phantom saga?He gives us some feedback on our own comments from past podcasts about his work. Dan Fraser even apologies. Janusz Ordon lifts the lid on Kit and Heloise showing their eyes in the 22nd Phantom saga.You can follow Jansuz Ordon at his Art Station page. He will be releasing his new Instagram page soon.We would love your opinions on what we discuss in this podcast. You can email us at [email protected] or chat via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel.Support the show

Join the extended team in Seuj Abir, Ivan Pederson, Scott Waldyn, Stephen East, Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser as together they discuss the latest Phantom comics from around the world from Sweden, India, USA and Australia. It has been a busy two months with 9 comics in total.We would love it if you could answer some of our questions and topics we raise from our reviews from August and September 2024 - you can find them at the bottom. You can either email us, leave your comments at our YouTube Channel, and or leave them at our social media platforms in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew ComicsFrew #1977: 1 MinuteFrew #1978: 3 MinutesFrew #1979: 18 Minutes & 30 SecondsGiant Size #30: 33 Minutes & 30 SecondsMad Cave StudiosDefenders of the Earth TPB: 40 Minutes & 30 SecondsIndian ComicsRegal Publishers #37: 50 Minutes & 30 SecondsShakti Comics #13: 59 Minutes & 30 SecondsFantomen Special Issues"Djungelpojken Rex" Softcover TPB: 1 Hour, 10 Minutes & 30 Seconds"Älskade pirat" Hardcover TPB: 1 Hour, 15 Minutes & 30 SecondsYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Do you like the Lightning Strike stories? Would you like to see more?Did you collect the original Lightning Strike comics?Do you prefer the Fratelli Spada stories printed in colour?Do you like prose stories? Would you like to see more?Would you like to see more of Grigori Rasputin in future Phantom stories?Are you enjoying the Operation Domino short stories?Do you like Fabio Alves artwork? Which Phantom do you think is featured in the Operation Domino short stories?Are you disappointed that Shakta have stopped printing their comics in Hindi and Bengali?Would you like to see English TPBs and collections like what Fantomen are producing?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Join the boys as together they discuss the latest Phantom news from around the world. We also keep up to date with the latest in the Daily and Sunday newspaper stories. It has been a busy August and September.Please answer some of our questions we have from August and September 2024 - you can find them at the bottom. You can either email us, leave your comments at our YouTube Channel, and or leave them at our social media platforms in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Our timeline of what we discussDaily & Sunday Newspaper Story ProgressDaily 266: "The Avarice has Landed": 3 Mins and 30 SecSunday 194: "The Commander Will See You Now": 15 Mins and 30 secPhantom News from Around the WorldThe Phantom Video game Pre Order from October 1 2024: 26 MinsPre Orders open for the 2025 Mallon diary, desk calendar and print (link): 30 Mins and 30 SecCover and details for the Fantomen 2025 Christmas album (link): 34 MinsItalian Editoriale Cosmo publishing Phantom stories created by Italians (link): 37 Mins and 30 SecNews to come out soon for a German publisher and a USA publisher: 44 MinsMatt Kyme talks about his new story on the radio (link): 45 MinsThe Koala Phantom from the Currumbin Wildlife Sanctuary was on Sale (link): 47 Mins and 30 SecJohn Cassaday passes (link): 50 Mins and 30 SecSpanish comic artist Jose María Ortiz Tafalla passes (link): 53 MinsFirst issue of the Lightning Strikes & TASQ school monthly digital mag is out (link): 55 MinsPhantom pins by Yesterday.com (link): 57 MinsEvents with Phantom creators: 58 Mins and 30 SecPhantom themed wine (link): 1 Hour & 30 SecWe would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:What would you like to see us do for our 300th episode?Are you enjoying the AI subject with the current daily story?Are you ok with Luaga seeing the Phantom unmasked?Would you have tried shooting the AI machine if you were in the Phantoms boots?Do you like the longer newspaper stories?Do you collect comics in other languages besides your native language?Do you like the idea of Matt Kymes new story currently being worked on?Do you like the idea of drinking a Phantom themed wine?Support the show

The team does not get a chance to nerd out too much by discussing the Phantom in finer details. This podcast fixes that with one podcasters wife commenting that this is perhaps our nerdiest conversation ever!We will discuss two big questions: Is it ethical for the Phantom to have a major treasure room and is the key to the Phantoms future, the digital comic? To join in this discussion we have Seuj Abir from India joining Dan Fraser, Stephen East and Jermayn Parker.We would love your opinions on what we discuss in this podcast. You can email us at [email protected] or chat via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. For those who have come in late, The Major Treasure Room houses artefacts from around the world throughout history that the Phantom has rescued or has been given to by people he has interacted with. The sole aim is to protect these items from fire, flood and destruction.Throughout the past 60 odd years when it was first introduced, we have had stories created by from various Newspaper, Team Fantomen, Fratelli Spada and RGE creators. There has been nearly 100 different artefacts shown or have had stories written about them.When the room was conceived by Lee Falk, the world was crazy coming off the second world war with various looted treasures being found. However is that still the case and should they be returned?Our second and last Phantom hard question we will discuss in this podcast is the power of the digital comic. We have seen Lightning Strikes announcing their new monthly digital anthology, Comics Kingdom adding more importance with their digital daily comic website and three comic publishers in Frew, Fantomen and Mad Cave Studios releasing digital content.Is it time for the Phantom to be pushed digitally more? Can the phantom comic survive without a digital presence?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel.Support the Show.

During May 2024 there were a few comic conventions being held in Norway and Sweden. Thanks to phan Kristian Hellesund who has helped us with the recordings from the events we can now present them to you. It is a great opportunity to hear from some creators from around the world.During this podcast we will hear from a panel discussion between Arild Wærness, Cormac Hughes, Knut Robert Knutsen and Kristian Hellesund. They will talk about their Phantom contributions including the Lightning Strikes comics.The other Phantom artist we hear from are Mike Collins as he talks about about his history with the character, who he would like to see drawing the Phantom, his favourite stories, comparing him to other comic heroes and how to write stories from an African perspective.As you would expect, a lot of the panels and discussions were held in the native spoken language which while are not included in this podcast will be uploaded on our website and YouTube Channel. If you do not speak Norwegian and Swedish, YouTube does allow automatic subtitles so if your nerdy enough, we would recommend clicking on that button.We will hear from phan, writer and editor Andreas Eriksson, fans writers of the Norwegian story that was originally published in Lightning Strikes Arild Wærness and Knut Robert Knutsen plus an interview from Kristian Hellesund with Fantomen writer Sverre Arnes who wrote 20 stories in the 1990's.A huge thanks goes to Kristian Hellesund for the recordings and helping us collect these.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel.Support the Show.

Join the team as they review Phantom comics from and discuss the latest Phantom news from around the world. We also keep up to date with the latest in the Daily and Sunday newspaper stories.Please answer some of our questions we have from July 2024 - you can find them at the bottom. You can either email us, or leave your comments at Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. We discuss the newspaper stories first and then discussed the Frew stories instead of the comics. Let us know if you prefer this format.Daily & Sunday Newspaper Story ProgressDaily 266: "The Avarice has Landed": 2 MinsSunday 194: "The Commander Will See You Now": 9 MinsFrew Phantom ComicsCover Discussion: 15 Mins"Bad Blood in Bangalla Part 6": 17 Mins"The Bat of Berlin": 22 Mins"Operation Domino, Part1 and 2": 32 Mins“The Highway Robbers”: 42 MinsUSA Phantom ComicsDotE Prologue: 46 MinsPhantom News from Around the WorldKFS Phantom Trend Guide (link): 54 MinsMaku Brewing release new Mustanaamio designs (link): 56 MinsDai Darell dies (link): 58 Mins2024 Fantomen Softcover Album (link): 1 Hour2024 Ghost Who Walks Fantomen Album (link): 1 Hour and 4 MinsFantomen Year Album Subscription: 1 Hour and 5 MinsDenmark Fantomet HC album #1 on sale (link): 1 Hour and 7 MinsHungarian Fantom Daily story album (link): 1 Hour and 11 MinsLightning Strikes & TASQ school release monthly digital mag (link): 1 Hour and 13 MinsThe Phantom Express at the 2024 QLD Variety Bash (link): 1 Hour and 17 MinsWe would love some feedback on what we have discussed:Are you enjoying the cameos with Eoin Musk, Richard Branson & Jeff Bezos?What do you think is happening with the Daily story? Where will this story go?Would you like to see the Leopard Men back?Did you like the Phantom being responsible for the death of an innocent in The Bat of Berlin?Does the Phantom wear his mask on behind his glasses?What Phantom do you see battles in WW2? The 21st Phantom or the 20th?If you are from Finland and can do a review of the Phantom themed beer, please contact us.Are Frew missing a trick by not releasing more special collected issues like Fantomen?Do you think we should see more digital Phantom comics?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast.Support the Show.

The Sydney weekend in June every year is the national phan 'Meca' weekend that a lot of hardcore Australian phans enjoy attending. For 2024, Chronicle Chamber team members Dan Fraser and Jermayn Parker made their way to the event and present a wrap-up of the event.This podcast is the collection of our thoughts as we sit together in the same room for a podcast recording. Plus, we collect the recordings from the 2024 Sydney Supanova featuring Game of Play Director Ash Nicholls and writer Matt Kyme. Continuing the Phantom video game theme of the weekend, we include an early game play of the first few levels and Ash Nicholls' speech at the 2024 35th Lee Falk Bangalla Explorers Club dinner.Please note, we have not included the auctioning of the charity donated items in this podcast. If you want to attend other Australia comic conventions for 2024, please visit our website and for more information on Lee Falk Bangalla Explorers Club events, please visit their website.If you want to chat with us, you can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel.Support the Show.

Because so much has happened in the Phantom world within the last 4-6 weeks, we have split our June review podcast into two. Join Stephen East, Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser, Mikael Lyck, Seuj Abir and Christian Moller as together we review 12 Phantom comics from from Australia, Sweden, India and Germany.Please subscribe to our podcast channel, website and or our social media platforms in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew (Australia) Phantom ComicsFrew #1971: 3 Minutes & 30 SecondsFrew #1972: 7 MinutesFrew #1973: 46 MinutesGiant Size #29: 1 Hour, 1 Minute and 30 SecondsSweden Phantom Comics: 1 Hour and 12 MinutesFantomen 8/2024Fantomen 9/2024Fantomen 10-11/2024Fantomen 12/2024Fantomen 13/2024German Phantom Comics: 1 Hour, 12 Minutes and 30 SecondsWick #7Zauberstern #13Indian Phantom Comics: 1 Hour and 27 MinutesRegal #36V Comics #13You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Are you one of the phans who enjoy the Frew Replica series?What do you think of Frew's 2000th issue?Do you agree we should be comparing the 2000th issue against the 972 number or the 75th Anniversary special instead?Do you like sequel stories tied with classic Lee Falk stories or would you prefer your own stand alone stories?Do you like seeing reprint classic Lee Falk stories reprinted in colour?Would you like to pay money to be featured in a Frew created story?Did you enjoy "Of Man and Beast, Part 3" by Andrew Constant and Jason Paulos?Is Frew #330 released in the 2019 Annual Special issue mean Frew #1971 is the real 2000th issue?Did you like “The Devil in Stockholm” By Mikael Sol and Jan Bielecki? Did you like it dealing with the problem of depression and suicide? Would you like to see more of it?Are you enjoying all the Lee Falk threads that Shane Foley is tying together?What would you write into Frew and say or comment on? His email is [email protected] you managed to buy any of the Wick comics?Do you collect and read Phantom comics published from another country than the one you live in?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the Show.

Just like Frew, we have A and B episodes with our podcasts and because so much has happened in the Phantom world within the last 4-6 weeks, we have split our June review podcast into two. Join Stephen East, Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser as they sit down and discuss the latest Phantom news from June 2024 from around the world.As the newspaper stories are time sensitive we also discuss the latest from the Daily and Sunday newspaper stories in this podcast. Which includes the ending of "The Chain", the start of "The Avarice has Landed" from the Dailies strips and the continuous Sunday story "The Commander Will See You Now".Please subscribe to our YouTube Channel, website and or our social media platforms in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Daily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 265: "The Chain": 30 SecsDaily 266: "The Avarice has Landed": 6 Mins & 30 SecsSunday 194: "The Commander Will See You Now": 10 MinsPhantom News From Around the WorldMad Cave Studio’s release DotE series (link): 13 Mins & 30 SecsThe Phantom video game updates (link): 19 MinsKing Features at the 2024 Licensing Expo with a new released Phantom Trend Guide (link): 25 Mins & 30 SecsNew Norway Fantomet Book (link): 27 MinsCover released for the 2024 Fantomen HC Kate Sommerset book (link): 27 Mins & 30 SecsKult Comics release second TPB of the Mitton Collection (link): 29 MinsHermes sales decreasing and our thoughts on why: 31 MinsDon Perlin passes (link): 34 Mins & 30 SecsUpdate on comic conventions around Australia, Sweden and Norway: 36 MinsWe would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Do you understand the purpose of the Daily 265: "The Chain" story? Did it leave your childhood in tatters like the team?Do you like this character of Ian Mullosk? Could he be a new ongoing villain to battle the Phantom? Could he be the Lex Luthor of this universe?Are you excited about the Mad Cave Defenders of the Earth comic series?Do you buy comics released from around the world?Do you buy the Hermes books? or have you stopped buying them and why?You can email us your feedback at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram.Support the Show.

Dan Fraser and Jermayn Parker interview the man behind the NECA figurines in Djordje Djokovic. He talks to us all about the very popular figurines featuring the Phantom in the Defenders of the Earth and Original Superhero's range. You will learn how important he was to ensure NECA went ahead in the figurines being made.On our YouTube channel, we show a lot of photos of the process, original art and prototypes. If you love learning behind the scenes information, this is for you.Some of the subjects we discuss are:His views on the Defenders of the Earth and Phantom 2040 tv show, figurines and his favourite artistsWhat is special about the Phantom to himHis life calling in the figurine industry and how his graphic design skills helped him go from the "Four Horsemen" to "NECA"His thoughts on the Phantom 2040, 1996 movie and Defenders of the Earth shows, figurines and toysWhat does a sculptor do?The process of the NECA Defenders of the Earth figurinesHow Djordje sold the concept of the NECA Defenders of the Earth figurines to Randy Falk?The idea behind why Zuffy was included with the Phantom in the NECA Defenders of the Earth figurine setHow Djordje managed to sell the idea of the Defenders of the Earth figurine set to Randy Falk and NECAThe story behind the packaging and why it resembles the original Galoob figurines.Djordje shows us the original drawings of the packaging including the Phantom for both setsThe logo design and how the new logo takes after the British version which includes Lothar unlike the Italian and Galoop designDjordje teases future plans with NECA and the Phantom. (Note: this would have included the Mad Cave Studios Defenders of the Earth new comic series which also features Djordje as cover artist)Addressing the issue on the Defenders of the Earth figurines needing a warm bath before usage and how it was fixed for the Original Superhero seriesDjordje and his experience connecting with Phantom phans, the Friends of the Phantom Sardi's luncheon and meeting Sy and David BarryAsks us some questions about how the NECA figurines were received in AustraliaDjordje shows us some early prototypes of the NECA figurines and goes over the process from original sculpts, to molds, to China, to prototype painters, to toolers, to printing, to unpainted final prototype and then to final packagingPlease note, we recorded this podcast before the official announcement of the Mad Cave Studios Defenders of the Earth new comic series which also features Djordje Djokovic as the cover artist. So while we now all know he is one of the artists, we skirted around the discussion during the recording of the podcast.You can follow Djordje Djokovic on his social platforms at @djordjedjokovicart.If you want to chat with us, you can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel.Support the Show.

Every year in Australia, phans from around the country gather together in Sydney for their Supanova and the annual Phantom LFMBEC Charity Dinner. In this podcast Jermayn Parker is joined by Sean Bassett and Nick Moles to chat about the weekend with a focus on the LFMBEC Charity Dinner.Please note, that all funds raised will be for charity and going to the Westmead Children's Hospital.We go over the weekend with all the Phantom related events and phan meetups.Friday night drinks and swaps at Mercure Hotel, Sydney CBDMeet up at Mercure Hotel, Sydney CBD to go to Sydney Supanova Saturday morningPhantom panel at 12pm Saturday (time to be confirmed)Saturday lunch after Phantom panelSaturday night LFMBEC Charity Dinner.The Chronicle Chamber Patreon gift with some available for sale.The LFMBEC Charity Dinner has raised over $100,000 over their last 30+ dinners. If you would like to learn more about the dinner event, go to their website and or listen to Antonio DiDio on our X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #258.For the YouTube viewers, we will place throughout the video, loads of photos of past Sydney weekends.Please note, there is an odd swear word in this podcast, so please ensure viewer discretion if your worried about sensitive ears listening. If you would like to know of other comic conventions featuring Phantom creators around Australia, please go to our website. If you know of other conventions happening around the world, please contact us - you can email us at [email protected] you want to chat with us, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the Show.

Presenting a fundraiser jam print being sold to rais funds for the Westmead Children's Hospital. This has been the brainchild of Australian cover artist Jamie Johnson in participation with 25 past and present Australian artists, the Lee Falk's Members Bangalla Explorers Club (LFMBEC) and Chronicle Chamber.Each print will be $50Au and will be available at the Sydney Supanova event held Saturday 22 June and Sunday 23 June 2024. You will be able to buy them at Jamie Johnson's booth. Alongside the print, will be the inks over blue lines on A3 paper - that is 25 pieces of original art also for sale. Four of these will be sold at the LFMBEC dinner.All funds raised will be for the Westmead Children's Hospital.We advise all those interested to follow Jamie Johnson on Instagram as he celebrates "25 days of Phantom". Every day from Monday 27 May 2024, will feature a new artists piece with the pencils, the time lapse video and the finished inks.The artists involved are:Sy Barry: InstagramGlenn FordJamie Johnson: InstagramPaul Mason: InstagramNicola Scott: InstagramChris Wahl: InstagramJason Paulos: InstagramGlenn LumsdenGary ChalonerGrange Wallis: InstagramJeremy Macpherson: InstagramAntonio LemosShane Foley: InstagramDean Rankine: InstagramWayne Nichols: InstagramLauren Marshall: InstagramAlex Trpceski: InstagramMatt Kyme: InstagramLily McDonnell: InstagramMarcelo Baez: InstagramChewy ChanA special mention and thanks must go to the families of Peter Chapman, Keith Chatto and Lindsay Walker who have given us permission to use their artwork in this jam piece.If you are a nerdy phan who loves talk about the creative process, this podcast is a much watch. We chat with Jamie Johnson, Grange, Lauren Marshall, Alex Trpceski, Dean Rankine and Matt Kyme.The LFMBEC dinner has raised over $100,000 over their last 30+ dinners and this amazing concept will help raise more for those kids who attend the hospital. If you would like to learn more about the dinner event, go to their website.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram.Support the Show.

Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser sit down and discuss the latest Phantom comics and news from April and May 2024. This includes everything Phantom related from around the world including products, comics, publishers, creators, deaths and much more. In this podcast we review comics from Australia, and Germany plus dissect Phantom related news from Ireland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, France, Italy, India, Australia, Brazil and USA. Some of the news from Europe is amazing.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Phantom Comics & Stories:Frew #1968: 4 Mins, 30 SecsFrew #1969: 16 MinsFrew #1970: 24 MinsZauberstern #12: 42 MinsDaily 265: "The Chain": 45 Mins, 30 SecsSunday 194: "The Commander Will See You Now": 56 Mins & 30 SecsPhantom News From Around the WorldPhantom video game updates (link): 1 Hr, 5 MinsFinnish website released (link): 1 Hr, 8 Mins2024 Fantomen Hardcover Collection Announced (link): 1 Hr,16 Mins 30 SecsDetails for #1 and #2 for Denmark HC series (link): 1 Hr, 18 Mins 30 SecsArtist Carlos Pedrazzini passing (link): 1 Hr, 20 MinsItalian publisher ‘Editorial Cosmo’ back (link): 1 Hr, 21 Mins 30 SecsFrench publisher ‘Editions Dante’ to create their own stories? (link): 1 Hr, 23 MinsECR Publishers from Germany release more comics (link): 1 Hr, 27 MinsNewspaper The Echo publishing the Phantom (link): 1 Hr, 30 MinsNorway Free Comic Day event (article to come): 1 Hr, 34 MinsNew Tamil Language comic book series (link): 1 Hr, 36 MinsLee Falk biography now funded (link): 1 Hr, 37 Mins, 30 SecsItems from Ed Rhoades estate being sold (link): 1 Hr, 39 Mins 30 SecsMatt Kyme on radio giving the Phantom a good plug (link): 1 Hr, 48 MinsUpdate on Sydney Supanova (link): 1 Hr, 49 MinsWe would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast.Support the Show.

Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser chat with phan phav creator Matt Kyme who was the writer and artist behind Frew #1969 titled "Enter the Phantom". This story is special to a lot of Phantom phan geeks who love these types of stories. Towards the end of the podcast, phans from around the world submit their questions and comments to Matt and the new story. Some of the subjects we touch upon in this podcast are the following:His overall thoughts on the comic including some small problems with the way the comic was printed.The cover by Marcelo Baez.Why did Matt Kyme want to create a prequel for the "Singh Brotehrhood".Why he wanted to explore the back story of Uncle Dave (plus answers the question if he is Lily's blood sister or sister-in-law).Why he wanted to explore the Sunda Trench and Achmed Singh.Background information on the real life Sunda Trench.The juxtapositioning of the Phantom's pose on page 10 and 11.The references to past classic stories of "The Childhood of the Phantom" and "The Belt".The process and timeline of creating this story.Creating the story to interwind with the "Singh Brotherhood" story and what to include and what not too include.Jermayn Parker's two biggest bones of contention with the story.The accent of the Phantom and how Uncle Dave figured out who the Phantom is.Matt's appeal to the early Lee Falk stories.Questions and comments from phans including Adam Williams, Callum Markin, Daniel Brogna, Gary Gazza, Jenni Mooney, Rosco, Sean Bassett, and Tyron Barker. What comic events Matt Kyme will be attending in 2024 including what he may be selling.You can follow Matt Kyme on Instagram and Marcelo Baez also on Instagram. For those who came in late, we recommend reading this article about Fats Horgan and the Sunda Trench plus Matt Kyme's podcast review of the "Singh Brotherhood" story.Thank you phans for your questions, if we have missed your question you would like to ask Matt Kyme, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the Show.

Stephen East attended Supanova Melbourne 2024 and it was full of Phantom and got his recorder out to bring us the sounds from the event. We hear from a cosplayer, Ash Nicholls and several artist creators including four Frew cover artists.We have included the panel featuring Ash Nicholls as well as recordings from others including:Chris the cosplayer (Follow him on Instagram) who chats about his design of the costume.Maria Lewis from the podcast "The Phantom Never Dies"Ken Steacy Canadian comic artist and writer who drew a Phantom from the 1990's Gallery Trading card set. He talks about the origin of the card design plus his Australian heritage and connection.Lily McDonnell, who drew the cover for Frew 1913. This is the first time we have heard from her on this podcast.Lauren Marshall, Frew cover artistAlex Trpcevski, Frew cover artistJamie Johnson, Frew cover artistIf you ever attend a comic convention and there are creators with Phantom credits, we would love to chat. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the Show.

Presenting a recorded interview with Sy Barry that was originally recorded 18 months ago. Why have we held onto this for so long you may be asking? Great question!Jermayn Parker, and Ankit Mitra originally held this interview for the discussion to be included in the Regal Phantom comics. It can now be released in podcast format in its entirely. Any podcast with Sy is amazing and insightful and this interview is no different.During this podcast Sy Barry discusses a lot with us and some of the subjects are:Sy Barry's influence in India and other countries and how he never understood the influence until after his retirement.Why Sy Barry was so popular?Sy Barry's reference materials.Laying out sound effects in his stories to bring atmosphere in the story.Sy Barry asks us about Lee Falk's writing.Censorship of the strips in India.Reflection of his visits to Sweden and Australia.Colour in India and what Sy Barry thinks of the black and white Dailies being coloured and the panels being edited.Sy Barry gives some art and colouring advice to Ankit Mitra.The structure and restrictions of the Sunday and Daily strip.The inspiration behind his version of Diana Palmer-Walker.His reflection on drawing a full length Phantom comic story.The legacy of artists having to draw the Sy Barry Phantom's face.Which phan has some facial similarities with the Phantom.The difference between drawing for the Daily and Sunday's newspaper stories.Sy Barry providing a colour guide for his Sunday newspaper stories.Some of his favourite stories including "The Founding of the Jungle Patrol", "The Heirs", "The Mysterious Ambassador" and "Old Baldy".His advice to inspiring artists and creators.The importance of creating interesting compositions to hide boring scenes.His regrets on his retirement on the newspaper strip.This is not the first time we have had the influence to talk with Sy Barry and if you want more, we suggest going to our interview page where you will find all the interviews.If you have any questions that we have missed, please email us at [email protected] or send them with us via our social media profiles at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some more future questions for our next podcast with the great man.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker and Stephen East sit down and discuss the latest Phantom comics and news from March 2024. In this podcast we review comics from Australia and India plus dissect Phantom related news from Europe, India, Australia, South America and USA. Now is the time to subscribe to our YouTube Channel, website and or our social media platforms in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew (Australia) Phantom Comics:Frew #1966: 7 MinutesFrew #1967: 16 MinutesIndian Phantom Comics:Shakti #12: 34 MinutesRegal #35: 47 Minutes & 30 SecondsGerman Phantom Comics:Special comparison video of the colour remaster from Wick 6 to the original Phantom Spezial #37 (1981): 1 Hour, 1 Minute & 30 SecondsDaily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 265: "The Chain": 1 Hour, 3 Minutes & 30 SecondsSunday 194: "The Commander Will See You Now": 1 Hour & 9 MinutesPhantom News From Around the WorldRegal and Frew with potential offensive material disclaimers: 1 Hour, 18 Minutes & 30 SecondsFantomen 8/2024 features Uppsala to Coincide with a Convention (link): 1 Hour & 21 MinutesBrazil writer to write a Lee Falk biography (link): 1 Hour, 23 Minutes & 30 SecondsNew Mythos WIlson McCoy hardcover collection (link): 1 Hour & 25 MinutesZauberstern to publish Defenders of the Earth stories (link): 1 hour, 26 Minutes & 30 SecondsRumours of a new Defenders of the Earth comic book series: 1 hour & 27 MinutesNew Indian TShirt range: 1 Hour & 29 MinutesAustralian comic convention dates (link): 1 Hour & 30 Minutes Melbourne Supanova: Ken Steacy, Alex Trpcevski, Dean Rankine, Jason Franks, Lauren Marshall, Lily McDonnell and Jamie JohnsonGold Coast Supanova: Ken Steacy, Alex Trpcevski and Dean RankineWe would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:What do you think of the Lightning Strike logo on the front cover of Frew 1967?Where do you think the Daily Chain newspaper story is heading?Did you know the golden falcon from Malta was based on a movie?Do you think Phantom comics need the potential offensive material disclaimers?Would you like to see a new Defenders of the Earth comic series?Are you going to any comic conventions in 2024?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review. Support the show

We discuss the latest Phantom comics and news from February and March 2024. This includes everything Phantom related from around the world including products, comics, publishers, creator changes and much more. Now is the time to subscribe to our YouTube Channel, website and or our social media platforms in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Frew Phantom Comics:Frew #1963: 2 MinutesFrew #1964: 19 MinutesFrew #1965: 22 MinutesGiant Size #28: 36 MinutesFantomen Phantom Comics:Fantomen 4/2024: 47 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen 5/2024: 49 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen 6-7/2024: 51 Minutes 30 SecondsGerman Phantom Comics:Zauberstern #11: 54 Minutes 30 SecondsDaily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 265: "The Chain": 1 HourSunday 194: "The Commander Will See You Now": 1 Hour 9 MinutesPhantom News From Around the WorldMike Manley and the Daily strip: 1 Hour 14 Minutes & 30 SecondsRedesigned Comics Kingdom website (link): 1 Hour 18 MinutesFuture of Frew: 1 Hour 26 MinutesVote for Fantomen best 2023 cover (link): 1 Hour 38 Minutes & 30 SecondsJose Delbo Passes (link): 1 Hour 40 MinutesDolmen Editorial holding a poll for Phantom Merchandise (link): 1 Hour 41 MinutesNorwegian Mad Magazine artist with art exhibition including Phantom themed covers (link): 1 Hour 42 MinutesPre order for the Hermes Colouring In Book (link): 1 Hour 43 Minutes & 30 SecondsAustralian comic convention dates (link): 1 Hour 45 Minutes & 30 SecondsWe would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Are you enjoying the Fratelli Spada stories?Are you a phan of the Lee Falk story titled "The Chain"? What is your views on the new art by Bret Blevins? Can you handle your Phantom Lore being changed or modified?Are you going to Sydney Supanova in 2024?The Phantom community is amazing and we are asking for help. If you can help in the following areas, please contact us:Are there any Phantom phans who understand the copyright law? Please get in touch with us.Does anyone have a copy of the A&E Biography episode of the Phantom? We would love a copy for the Phantom Preservation Project.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast. Support the show

Jermayn Parker, and Dan Fraser tackle a hot button topic on AI alongside guest Grange Wallis who helps us understand the potential dangers, where we can be excited and the potential future of it in the world but also our Phantom comic. Is there room for it?Now is the time to subscribe to our YouTube Channel, website and or our social media platforms in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you leave a comment, review and subscribe.This podcast becomes philosophical and will get you to think. It may even be the most grown up discussion we have ever had.We also open up the floor from the phans and listeners who raise their questions and comments. A huge thanks to Michael Simshauser, Rosco, Sudipta Dutta, Omh Roy, Joe Walters, Mal Briggs, Jimmy James and Thomas Allwin for their comments and questions.Do you have any ideas where AI could help improve a Phantom comic?Why did the computer keep freezing during the winter? Find out during the podcast! You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker goes one on one with Andreas Eriksson who wears multiple hats when it comes to the Phantom. He writes stories, he is a phan, he edits comics for Fantomen and even helps edit Phantom Wiki. We have chatted with him about his journey as a phan and editor before and now we focus on the stories he has written for Frew, Fantomen and Lightning Strikes.Now is the time to subscribe to our YouTube Channel, website and or our social media platforms in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you leave a comment, review and subscribe.We go over some generic creator style questions like which was his first story he ever wrote, the 10 year journey of getting that story accepted, which Phantom and other creators inspire him plus other insights into how he writes his story including a story of finding inspiration during a multi hour drive.We ask Andreas Eriksson if he is planning on taking the role of the 22nd Phantom saga with the 21st Phantom being missing and Sandal Singh's love child. Another interesting topic is about incorporating the newspaper Daily and Sunday stories in our newly created Fantomen and Frew stories.We then go over each one of his 6 stories in greater detail including for those YouTube viewers you will be able to read and view the stories while we discuss them with Andreas.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast.Support the show

Jermayn Parker, Stephen East and Dan Fraser sit down and discuss the 2024 Frew Annual which consists of 8 stories, featuring 6 Sunday newspapers, 1 from Team Fantomen, 1 story from Moonstone featuring 5 chapters and of course the replica of Frew issue #34.Now is the time to subscribe to our YouTube Channel, website and or our social media platforms in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you leave a comment, review and subscribe.Note what you will see on the YouTube video will be the stories in colour, the Sunday stories printed in the Frew annual are in black and white. We also recommend watching / listening to our podcast interview with both Tony DePaul and Graham Nolan as a lot of the discussions and questions we ask are covered in these interviews.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we have discussed and reviewed."The Viking Fortress Mystery" by Tony DePaul and Graham Nolan: 7 Minutes"The Iron Python" by Tony DePaul and Graham Nolan: 15 Minutes"The Prince Rex Conspiracy" by Tony DePaul and Graham Nolan: 23 Minutes"On the Trail of an Assassin" by Tony DePaul and Graham Nolan: 30 Minutes"The Fire Peak Tribe" by Tony DePaul and Graham Nolan: 39 Minutes & 30 Seconds"The Time Skip" by Tony DePaul and Graham Nolan: 47 Minutes & 30 Seconds"The Boy from San Diablo" by Graham Nolan and Kari Leppänen: 58 Minutes & 30 Seconds"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 1-5": 1 Hour & 5 Minutes"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 1" by Ron Marz and Rubén Procopio"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 2" by Tony Bedard and Allan Goldman"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 3" by Chuck Dixon and Graham Nolan"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 4" by Rafael Nieves, Tony Akins and Ken Wolak"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 5" by Mike Bullock and Juan FerreyraPoints of discussion on the Annual: 1 Hour & 12 MinutesPlease note, this podcast includes a prepared statement to apologise for a mistake we made in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #272. It is also worth noting that we recently reviewed the "Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 1-5" in our X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #269.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker, Stephen East and Dan Fraser sit down and discuss the latest Phantom comics and news from not one but two mammoth months. This includes everything Phantom related from around the world including products, comics, creator changes and much more. Normally we try and review everything once a month but December 2023 was busy. So please sit down, grab a milk (or wine if your a post modern phan) and watch / listen to us as we review and discuss the latest from a Phantom perspective for the past two months.Below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew (Australia) Phantom Comics:Frew #1959: 4 MinutesFrew #1960: 20 MinutesFrew #1961: 43 Minutes & 30 SecondsFantomen (Sweden) Phantom Comics:Fantomen 25-26/2023: 1 HourGerman Phantom Comics:Wick #5: 1 Hour, 4 Minutes & 30 SecondsWick #6: 1 Hour, 7 Minutes & 15 SecondsZauberstern #10: 1 Hour, 8 Minutes & 45 SecondsDaily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 264: "The Journey Home": 1 Hour, 12 Minutes & 30 SecondsDaily 265: "The Chain": 1 Hour, 16 Minutes & 30 SecondsSunday 194: "The Commander Will See You Now": 1 Hour, 32 Minutes & 30 SecondsPhantom News From Around the WorldBundaberg Phantom art exhibition Closing Soon (link): 1 Hour, 40 Minutes & 30 SecondsNew Phantom Themed Beer Released in 2024 (link): 1 Hour & 41 MinutesMad Cave Studio’s Announce DotE TPB (link): 1 Hour, 44 Minutes & 30 SecondsFrew Release Digital Comics for 2022 (link): 1 Hour, 47 Minutes & 45 SecondsFrew Best Of 2023 Results (link): 1 Hour, 53 Minutes & 30 SecondsFantomen Best Adventure for 2023 Vote now open (link): 1 Hour & 54 MinutesEditions Dante New Products (link and link): 1 Hour, 55 Minutes & 30 SecondsWalmir Amaral Passes (link): 1 Hour & 57 MinutesPhantom Creators & Australian Creators having Artwork displayed in China (link): 2 Hours & 30 SecondsMake sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast. Support the show

We try and review 2023 in two hours. We go over the tale of the tape, highlighting every comic and merchandise released around the world in 2023 and then go over our favs. We have regular contributors joining us in Ankit, Christian , Seuj, Mikael, Duncan and Christopher and giving their input as well.We also go over the Frew best cover, best issue and best story as voted by you, the phans. Towards the end of the podcast we draw the winners for the 5 prizes.First up, we go over the comics and stories published from around the world, the collectables and the newspaper stories that were published or released in 2023. Then we go over our "best of's". The topics we cover are:Best non-Frew/Fantomen/Indian coverBest Frew coverBest Frew cover chosen by the phansBest Fantomen coverBest Indian coverBest German coverBest writerBest story artist Best story published by FrewBest Frew story chosen by the phansBest Fantomen best storyBest Fantomen issueBest Regal/Shatki storyBest Regal/Shatki issueBest German storyBest German issueBest Frew issueBest Frew issue chosen by the phansBest merchandise new in 2023 Best Chronicle Chamber momentOverall reflection on 2023What will be the big news of 2024?We choose from  the total comics from around the world:10 countries 105 comics (most since the early 1990’s).35 brand new stories (not reprints or seen before in any language).If you feel we have missed something in our reviews of 2023 and or do not agree with our votes, please let us know. We would love to know your opinions on the best of 2023. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

To celebrate the new Moonstone comic book series featuring both the Phantom and Mandrake we catch up with Mike Bullock the writer from the old and new series. What is confirmed and discussed by Mike Bullock is the following:The initial comic series will be like the past KGB Noir series with The Phantom and another characterThere will be three stories released in 15 installments guarantying at least 15 comics and 150 pagesThe titles of the stories are: "Phantom: Last Night", "Mandrake the Magician: Seven Kings Calling" and "Phantom and Mandrake: The Seven Kings"The stories will be re released in a hardcover TPBSergio Ibáñez will be drawing the first series, news to come for the Mandrake and cross over seriesKing Features have already approved several parts of the first Phantom and Mandrake seriesThe first Phantom and Mandrake stories take place at the same timeIf you are outside of USA and Canada, you can pre order the series through Diamond Comic Distributors through your local comic bookstoreWe touch upon the cover competitionThere will be some returning, new and surprising charactersThe story is based in USA and in current dayPossibility of re releasing past Moonstone comics in hardcover formatWe will see new and old characters including Old Man Mozz' grandsonWhat past Moonstone comic book series to re read (Our 2024 New Years resolution)Which past Moonstone creators that may return and do more Phantom workWill other Moonstone licensed characters crossover with the Phantom?What is next after the "7 Kings" storyline?Will the Phantom be coming to Australia?As you can tell this podcast is a goldmine of information on the upcoming series and should warm the hearts of all Phantom phans.If you have missed out on many of these past comics in your collection, you can now buy many back issues from their online shop. We would also suggest going back and listening to past podcasts, articles and interviews with Moonstone creators.Our 2024 New Years resolution to read more back issues including these key Moonstone comicsOur review of all their comics (Part one and Part two)Interview with writer Mike BullockInterview with writer Ben RaabInterview with cover artist Douglas KluabaYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review. Support the show

To celebrate the new year, we have resolutions on what to do differently. Instead of trying to lose weight or eat healthy, this is a resolution all can get behind. Join us with our resolution to read more back issue Phantom comics! This year the team reviews some Moonstone comics which are worth digging out.This year Dan Fraser, Duncan Munro, and Jermayn Parker review the following stories and comics:"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 1" by Ron Marz and Rubén Procopio"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 2" by Tony Bedard and Allan Goldman"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 3" by Chuck Dixon and Graham Nolan"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 4" by Rafael Nieves, Tony Akins and Ken Wolak"Five Days of the Dragon Chapter 5" by Mike Bullock and Juan Ferreyra"The Hammer, Part 1 to Part 6" by Mike Bullock and Fernando Peniche"Enitan" by Mike Bullock, Silvestre Szilagyi and Sergio MulkoSuej Abir then takes the mammoth task to review the two prose books from the "The Phantom Chronicles" series. He does not review each story but goes over in his reviews.We from Chronicle Chamber hope you have enjoyed these reviews from phans from around the world. Our next podcast is an interview with Mike Bullock who will go into the new series more. If you loved what they did, you will want to watch/listen this. If you are unsure or cautious hopefully it will help alleviate those fears.If you have missed out on many of these comics in your collection, you can now buy many back issues from their online shop.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

During the podcast we discuss and dissect the new Phantom video game trailer plus much more. We ask about NYCC 2023, his dealings with King Features plus rattle of some key future dates including the announcement of Ashley Nicholls and Matt Kyme attending Supanova events in 2024 in Melbourne and Sydney.If this video game excites you, this podcast is must watching and or listening. You do not want to miss out!Some of the key dates to add to your Phantom calendar and that we discuss are: Dec 15 2023: Teaser Trailer Release Feb 20 2024: Site Update with new screenshots, opening the Patreon and merchandise to purchaseMarch 20 2024: Playable Demo Release to Patreon supportersApril 6-7 2024: Melbourne Supanova & panel with Ash and Matt KymeJune 22-23 2024: Sydney Supanova & panel with Ash and Matt KymeSept 20 2024: NECA CompetitionOct 17-20 2024: NYCC with final trailerOctober 20 2024: Pre orders on the Limited Run’s websiteNov 30 2024: Digital release date for Switch and P5 networkFeb 30 2025: Physical copies release dateIf you are wanting to have your name in the game as a supporter or even have the Phantom punch and leave a skull ring mark on your face during the game, you will want to listen to the podcast at around the 50 minute mark. For those collectors who want a cool item to add to their shelf, at the 1 Hour and 4 Minute mark Ash Nicolls gives us a few clues on the contents and price for collectors edition pack.Ash also calls out all Phantom phans to go into their EB Games or local shop that sells video games to ask them to pre order a game in September/October 2024.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

A huge thank you to all who contributed to this podcast in Rebecca McDuff and Duncan Munro for their time recording and reviewing the exhibition. To Bradley and Joyful Peach, Terry Krahe, Chris Hill, Amanda Bacchi and Paul Mason for their videoing and photos we used throughout the podcast.Because of what they did, it has allowed those who did not attend the ability to enjoy this PHantastic exhibition.To find out more about the event you can go to their Facebook page or their website. If you would like to purchase a shirt, catalogue or other items, please contact them.This podcast consists of three parts:The first part is a chat with Rebecca McDuff the curator of the exhibition.The second part is Duncan Munro giving a phan perspective of the exhibition.The third part are the audio musings of Shane Foley as he discusses everything Phantom including:Diana and the TwinsWhich past artists inspire himThe popularity of the PhantomHow to draw the Phantom's faceThe Phantom's ringsThe process behind the page artAbout his studioThe Swedish influenceHis favourite coversYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn, Stephen and Dan sit down and discuss the comics news from November 2023 from around the world including products, exhibitions and more. We are joined by Mikael Lyck, Seuj Abir and Christian Moeller who all review the latest comics from Sweden, India and Germany. All together we review 15 comics and 25 Phantom stories. No wonder it takes us nearly 2.5 hours to do it.We also sneak peak some exciting news that you will hear first on our platform for the Phantom video game. Now is the time to subscribe to our YouTube Channel, website and or our social media platforms Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew (Australia) Phantom Comics:Frew #1956: 2 MinsFrew #1957: 10 Mins"The Pinstripe Wizards" by Jason Franks and Kay: 19 Mins 30 SecondsFrew #1958: 27 MinsGiantsize #27: 32 MinsFantomen (Sweden) Phantom Comics:Fantomen 21/2023: 42 MinsFantomen 22-23/2023: 44 Mins 30 SecondsFantomen 24/2023: 48 Mins Indian Phantom Comics: Regal #32: 52 MinsRegal #33: 58 MinsRegal #34: 1 Hour 6 MinsShakti #10: 1 Hour 10 Mins and 30 SecondsShakti #11: 1 Hour 21 MinsGerman Phantom Comics:Zauberstern #9: 1 Hour 27 Mins and 30 SecondsECR-Verlag Werner Reuß: 1 Hour 30 MinsDaily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 264: 1 Hour 37 MinsSunday 194: 1 Hour 51 MinsPhantom News From Around the WorldMoonstone Update: 1 Hour 55 Mins & 30 SecondsArt of Play Video Game update: 2 HoursBundaberg Phantom art exhibition (link): 2 Hours 2 Mins and 30 SecondsChristmas Shopping List (link): 2 Hours 5 Mins and 30 SecondsNew Perth Mint mini figurine style coin (link): 2 Hours 9 MinsBoss Fight Studio's Phantom Wave 2.0 Figurines out now (link): 2 Hours 11 Mins and 30 SecondsFinnish TPB #2 To Be Released in February 2024 (link): 2 Hours 12 MinsNew series in Denmark for 2024 (link): 2 Hours 13 MinsNew German Phantom Comic Series (link): 2 Hours 13 Mins & 30 SecondsFantomet Kronologisk Series Cancelled (link): 2 Hours 16 MinsPatreon updates (link): 2 Hours 18 MinsMake sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast. Support the show

Presenting our recorded studio session with not one, or two but three highly talented artists in Sy Barry, Lou Manna and Jeremy MacPherson. This event was held on Saturday 4 November 2023 (New York time) with a dozen phans interacting with the three artists and asking various questions while they watched them draw.The bonus was that everyone who brought a ticket went into the draw to win one of the three pieces.All funds from the tickets were raised for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and Jimmy Fund. Together we raised over $500au which will see cancer suffers life a little more comfortable. If you would like to see another studio session with different artists around the world, please contact us. We recommend you watch this podcast on YouTube as you will get to see them draw while they talk.If you have your own questions we did not ask, please send them to our email address [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay tuned with us so you do not miss out on that and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

No your eyes do not deceive you - It is a shorter podcast than most. Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser join to quickly discuss the news about Moonstone publishing new Phantom comics from the first half of 2024. You can read our initial report here.Like you, we have questions, heaps of questions. So we go over our own questions plus recap what we do know.We go over our initial responses plus why this is important news. We discuss the state of new Phantom stories release from USA since Moonstone lost the license 10 years ago and how it all coincides with the TV show in development, the new video game and how the NECA figurines was popular with high in demand sales.What we do know about the new series is: The stories will be serialised  - think the KGB Noir issues and or what Frew release. Each story will be around 50 pages (give or take) and the comics themselves will be around 50 pages (give or take).Will feature several stories including stand alone Phantom story and a cross over story with Mandrake and Lothar.Some stories will be in black and white.Released bi monthly.Mike Bullock will be the main writer.Argentinian Sergio Ibáñez will be one artist. Others to be named.First comic will be out in the first half of 2024.Majority of the stories will be about the 21st Phantom in today’s modern AfricaThe questions we would like to see answered:Will there be variant covers?Is it a continuation of the previous Moonstone continuity or a new start? ie will we see the same bad guys like Ali Gutaale, Temur Singh, Arthur Locke, Anna Bacia and Manuel Ortega?If it's a new start: Will the Moonstone stories have a consistent lineage of historical Phantom's and the Phantom bible? How they go about fitting their tales into the existing universe and/or extending on that / breaking thatWill they reprint the old stories again?Will the issues be standalone stories or part of a wider arc?What stories must I read from a decade ago to follow on from what will be told in 2024?Now as mentioned in the article, we will be having Mike Bullock and hopefully Joe Gentile as well on a future podcast so if you have your own questions we did not ask or answer, please send them to our email address [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay tuned with us so you do not miss out on that and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

We sit down and discuss the comics news from September and October 2023 from around the world including products, exhibitions and much more. We also sneak peak some exciting news that you will hear first on our platform. Now is the time to subscribe to our YouTube Channel, website and or our social media platforms in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Below is a timeline of what we discussed:Frew (Australia) Phantom Comics:Frew #1953: 1 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew #1954: 10 MinutesFrew #1955: 18 MinutesGiant size #26: 31 MinutesThe background information on the Defenders of the Earthi crossover story can be found here.Fantomen (Sweden) Phantom Comics:Fantomen 20/2023: 50 MinutesFantomen 2023 Softcover Album: 53 MinutesDaily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 264: "The Journey Home": 57 MinutesSunday 194: "The Commander Will See You Now": 1 Hour 8 MinutesPhantom News From Around the WorldArt of Play Game update in New York: 1 Hour 14 MinutesChronicle Chamber, David & Sy Barry hosting an Online Studio Session (link): 1 Hour 16 Minutes & 30 SecondsBundaberg Phantom art exhibition 18 November 2023 to 4 February 2024 (link): 1 Hour 20 MinutesIncluding a chat with Shane FoleyMonogram Key Chains out October 2023 and our Review now online (link): 1 Hour 32 MinutesMelbourne Comic & Toy Fair  Sunday October 29th with Glenn Ford (link): 1 Hour 38 MinutesThe Phantom on the ABC Hard Quiz TV Show (link): 1 Hour 39 MinutesYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via social media at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love feedback on what we discussed and on the following topics:Would you like to see more covers from Marcello Baez?Would you like to see Lon and Lila Luaga return in more stories?Do you enjoy these crossover stories with the Phantom and other Frew characters like Sir Falcon, Shadow etc?Do you remember the Phantom story where a past Phantom was framed for a murder and was unable to prove his innocence?Would you like to see a quick return to some stand alone adventures in the newspaper strips before we go to the next phase?Did you get all the ABC Hard Quiz TV Show questions correct?You excited for the Phantom video game?Do you like the blind bags concept or hate it?Are you going to attend the Bundaberg Phantom art exhibition?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review.Support the show

Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser are joined by two guests as we look at one of the unsung heroes of Frew Publications in Peter Champan. The two guests who join us are Jeremy MachPerson and Daniel Best two budding detectives in realm of Australian comics. In this podcast you will learn all about Peter Chapman.Did you also know that he created over 400 comics and created artwork from the late 1940's all the way until  the 2000's? That is nearly 60 years of professional work behind him. No wonder many see him as the grandfather of the comics scene in Australia.In this podcast you will learn about his process of creating a comic including creating the comic (cover, script and art) inside a week. How to spot which Phantom cover he drew including the fact that he drew the first 7x Giant Size issues from the 1950's. For more information and for those who prefer to read, you may find this article written by Kevin Patrick useful (Article link) plus an article on some censoring work in a Frew comic that may be drawn by Peter Chapman.We would love your feedback and comments at either our email address [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles in Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay tuned with us so you do not miss out on that and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser are joined by Kevin Patrick as they go over the 75 years of Frew. It is a fascinating chat and we guarantee that you will learn something new!Kevin Patrick is a great researcher and he has dug up a lot of information for us like stories about Ron Forsyth, Lawford Richardson, Jack Eisen and Peter Watson the original creators of Frew. We learn about one important person who to most has been forgotten about is Sylvia Eisen and we explore her importance to Frew history and the family connections between her and Yaffa Syndicate. The significance of this connection continues all through out until the 1980's including how they were key in helping the Team Fantomen stories become apart of the Frew publishing schedule.Another great story you will learn about is how Frew Publications almost lost the license in the late 1980's and how it took a last minute stand to ensure they continued the comic. Kevin also was able to dig up some sales figures for issue #1, from the 1950's, 1970's and the 2010's.We would love your own answers on these hot seat questions we asked towards the end of the podcast:Best thing Frew has ever done?What is their biggest impact / legacy?What is next for Frew?Where will Frew be in 5 years time?What do Frew need to do to continue publishing the Phantom?How do they reach the next generation of phans?You can email us your answers at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Coming up in a later podcast we also chat with Jeremy MacPherson and Daniel Best about Frew cover and story artist Peter Chapman. Make sure you stay tuned with us so you do not miss out on that and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Please note: On the video when Kevin Patrick talks, there is a place holder image instead of motion of him. Rest assured we have added heaps of imagery so you will find it worth the effort watching on YouTube. You can purchase the Phantom Unmasked book by Kevin Patrick at the IOWA Press Bookstore.Support the show

Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser do their best (& fail) to review this 180 page full colour Frew special comic inside an hour. They go down various rabbit holes and get caught up loving this comic which we both label is a hands down winner of the best Frew comic of the year and likely all time.They discuss the overall package of the comic with the paper quality, the cover, the historic article written by Kevin Patrick and each story in full detail - the writing, the drawings and even the colouring and how it presented on the paper.This review will contain spoilers. You can buy your copy at the Frew website.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of the stories that we discussed.Overall Comments of the issue plus phan reactions: 2 Minutes 30 SecondsThe Stories"The Slavers, The Women and the Bogey Man" written & drawn by Shane Foley and coloured by Ivan Pedersen. 22 Minutes"The Singh Raiders" written by Andreas Eriksson, drawn by Ivan Rodriguez and coloured by Daniel Jnr. 29 Minutes 30 Seconds"Ghost of Ships Past, pt 1" written by Andrew Constant and drawn/coloured by Jason Paulos. 42 Minutes 30 Seconds"Undergrowth" written by Dean Rankine, drawn by Ivan Rodriguez and coloured by Tarella Pablo. 51 Minutes 30 Seconds"The Kiss of the Devil, pt 1" written by Pidde Andersson, drawn by Giancarlo Caracuzzo and coloured by Flavia Caracuzzo. 56 Minutes 30 Seconds"And our Friends are all Aboard" written, drawn and coloured by Paul Mason. 1 Hour 5 Minutes "To Wrack and Ruin at Gravelines" written by Tony DePaul and drawn by Mike Manley. 1 Hour 10 Minutes"The Box" written by Dean Rankine, drawn by Jeremy MacPherson and coloured by Tom Mason. 1 Hour 18 MinutesKevin Patrick's Article. 1 Hour 23 MinutesYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Did you like the fact that we only got new stories in this issue?Would you have liked to see reprint stories?What is your favourite story out of these 8?Do you like colour in your Phantom comics?Is the "The Singh Raiders" story a good template for the 22nd Phantom stories?Do you like short 2-6 page stories?Did you get caught with the Flick on page 82 looking like another word?Do you like having the current Daily stories published regular or would you like to see them collected together when it ends?Would you like to see a podcast with Tony DePaul to discuss this arc with us?Do not forget that we are holding a competition for our YouTube viewers that if you comment in the next week, you will be in the running for a Phantom shirt posted to you for Free.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

We sit down and discuss the comics news from August 2023 from around the world. Mikael Lyck, Christian Moeller and Seuj Abir review comics from Sweden, Germany and India. Stick around and let us have some phun as we discuss Phantom news and comics from five different countries (Australia, Sweden, USA, Chili and India).If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew (Australia) Phantom Comics:Frew #1950: 4 MinutesFrew #1951: 17 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen (Sweden) Phantom Comics:Fantomen 16/2023: 24 MinutesFantomen 17/2023: 26 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen 18-19/2023: 28 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen Hardcover “Den Hemliga Kronikan”: 31 Minutes 30 SecondsIndian Comics ReviewRegal #31: 36 MinutesGermany Comics ReviewWick #3: 56 Minutes 30 SecondsWick #4: 59 MinutesZauberstern #8: 1 Hour 3 MinutesDaily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 263: "Dungeons Undone": 1 Hour 6 MinutesSunday 194: "The Commander Will See You Now": 1 Hour 15 MinutesPhantom News From Around the WorldKFS Announce a New TV Show in Development (link): 1 Hour 25 Minutes 30 SecondsWe have created a podcast where the extended team pitched some tv ideas (link)Stephen East gives his pitch.Art of Play Game update coming in one of our next podcasts: 1 Hour 31 MinutesChronicle Chamber, David & Sy Barry hosting an Online Studio Session: 1 Hour 31 Minutes 30 SecondsNew Price Increase for the regular Fantomen comic: 1 Hour 32 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen HC book got as high as top 5 best selling book in Sweden: 1 Hour 33 MinutesDefenders of the Earth Key Chains Release in USA in October 2023 (link): 1 Hour 35 Minutes 30 SecondsNew Souled Store Phantom Shirt Design (link): 1 Hour 38 Minutes 30 secondsHot News! Phantom returns to Chili (link): 1 Hour 41 MinutesPhantom creators & Frew comic #1925 shortlisted for Australia Comic Awards (link): 1 Hour 42 MinutesError in Hermes Press Vol 29 (link): 1 Hour 44 Minutes 30 SecondsMelbourne Comic & Toy Fair Sunday October 29th with Glenn Ford (link): 1 Hour 46 MinutesWe would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:You excited by the Frew 75 anniversary comic?Do you think Tony DePaul is going to kill off the Unknown Commander plot line?Are you collecting comics from other countries? If so, what?Would you like to see Frew  release more hardcover and TPBs?What theme stories would you like to see Fantomen release next?Will you buying the Defenders of the Earth keychains?Have you brought a shirt from The Souled Store?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast.Support the show

Our special guest may be our most educated and most professional guest ever. Duncan Munro and Jermayn Parker do their best to try and contain this larger than life Phantom personality.He is a practicing clinician with over 30 years experience, combined with ongoing service through several significant Federal and State medical policy roles providing outcomes to improve the well being of Australians. Was the Chairperson for the International Health Assessment Panel under Medevac Legislation 2019 assessing claims of refugees from Manus Island and Nauru.All that is very impressive but perhaps his most important role is to be the comedy relief for the LFMBEC dinners.Along with learning all about Antonio DiDio we talk a lot about past Lee Falk Bangalla Members Explorers Club dinners and some of the guests including Jim Russell, Doc Neeson, Rod Cavalier, Kerry Chikarovski, Walter Simonson, Ian Sharpe, Greg Florimo and many more.Antonio reflects on his friendship with Richard Fry and what is next for the famous dinners. Please send us your feedback on this chat. You will have some fun as you listen to a born storyteller reflect on his journey with the Phantom. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Please also let us know of your own pitch.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

We sit down and discuss the comics news from July from seven different countries. If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline.Frew Comics:Frew #1947: 1 Minute 30 SecondsFrew #1948: 30 MinutesFrew #1949: 45 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen Comics:Fantomen 13/2023: 54 MinutesFantomen 14-15/2023: 57 MinutesMustanaamio Comics:Karpaattien vampyyri  1 Hour 1 Minute & 30 SecondsIndian Comics ReviewShakti #8: 1 Hour 5 MinutesShakti #9: 1 Hour 17 MinutesRegal #30: 1 Hour 24 MinutesDaily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 263: "Dungeons Undone": 1 Hour 35 Minutes & 30 SecondsSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 1 Hour 50 MinutesSunday 194: "The Commander Will See You Now": 1 Hour 56 MinutesPhantom News From Around the WorldKFS Announce a New TV Show in Development (link): 2 Hours 1 Minute 30 SecondsWe have created a podcast where the extended team pitched some tv ideas (link)Art of Play Game update (link to last podcast): 2 Hours 4 MinutesFantomen Announce Their Next Hardcover collection book (link): 2 Hours 6 MinutesVale Treat Williams (link): 2 Hours 9 MinutesFinnish Brewery Releases, Sells out and re released of Phantom themed Beer (link): 2 Hours 11 Minutes & 30 SecondsNew German Series: 2 Hours 15 MinutesFantomen 2023 Christmas Album Revealed (link): 2 Hours 17 Minutes 30 SecondsNorway 2023 Annual Contents & Cover Revealed (link): 2 hours 19 MinutesFrew release Frew Pholio set & other prints (review of pholio): 2 Hours 21 MinutesFantomen 2022 Best Cover (link): 2 Hours 27 MinutesHermes Press Pre Order of George Wilson Book (link): 2 Hours 30 MinutesCanberra Times cancels the newspaper strip (link): 2 Hours 32 MinutesYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Who do you think the writer EJ Holden is?Do you like the sequel stories Frew produce?Are you enjoying the longer Daily and Sunday stories?Do you have any questions you would like to see Tony DePaul answer if we get him on the podcast?Do you still read the stories in the newspaper?You excited about the new TV show and video game?Have you tried the new beer from Finland?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

We are getting excited about the confirmation on the official KFS Phantom page that a new TV series is in development. Obviously with the very small notice given we don’t know much at all, but that’s not going to stop us speculating wildly!For big news like this, we’ve got Chronicle Chamber members from all over the world to share in the excitement with Mikael Lyck, Ankit Mitra and Duncan Munro joining Dan Fraser and Jermayn Parker. Given we know next to nothing (read “absolutely nothing”) about what this series is actually going to look like, we decided to make out like this podcast as a pitch meeting with KFS where each of us pitch our concept to the showrunners, hoping to get greenlit for our idea to make the series.The five elevator pitches are: A Defenders reboot, centred around a near-future Kit Walker NYPD who grows into his Phantom legacy as a team develops to battle a new-age Ming.A two-speed narrative, with a season-long Presidential coup in the 21st Phantom’s time developing alongside episode-length tales of past Phantom’s from the Chronicles.A post-apocalyptic world creates a Mad Max-style ‘jungle’, where the story of a mysterious Phantom fighting for the moral good is told almost exclusively through the eyes of others.We follow the earliest adventures.of the 21st Phantom as he develops, through to the eventual avenging of his father’s murder by Rama Singh.A “Year One” style series with a new young Phantom developing his craft, with a focus on character development and a secondary "Year One" storyline of the very first Phantom.Please note, we had some connection issues with the recording of this podcast so please bare with any glitches on the video and or audio.Some generic questions about the Phantom TV Series we discussed and would love your input as well: All but Ankit Mitra had a tv show with a 'Year One' theme. Would you like to see that or an established Phantom?Does the show need to be about the 21st Phantom?Would a Defenders of the Earth themed TV Show work with Flash, Lothar and Mandrake?Is establishing the lore important throughout the show for 'new' fans?Does Billy Zane have to be involved somehow?What is more important with your actors? Their voice, strength or their acting skills?Are we allowed to show the Phantoms eyes throughout the show?Can we have Singh as bad guys? The 1996 Phantom movie, famously changed them to Sangh.Does the Phantom need to stay in the jungle during the TV show?How can the TV Show find the balance to be removed from the 'White Saviour' problem like Tarzan and other super heroes from a bygone era?If you have any feedback on our pitches, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Please also let us know of your own pitch.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Did you go to Sydnova 2023? If not, we have you covered. Included in this podcast we have a recording of the Supanova Phantom panel with Alex Trpcevski, Lauren Marshall and Matt Kyme plus Alex Trpcevski's LFMBEC speech. Jermayn Parker also gives his review of the weekend as he discusses the phan catch ups, the LFMBEC dinner, the Frew booth and Supanova in general.The two recordings were recorded on a phone and in a non controlled environment, so the sound may not be the best. We did record the LFMBEC auction but because of the content, it was not included. Please note, we did get in trouble for this recording of the Supanova Phantom panel so there is a small chance that we will be requested to take it down. The Supanova panel starts at the 2 Minute 30 seconds mark and the LFMBEC dinner speech starts at the 46 Minute mark. The review of the whole weekend starts at the 54 Minute mark.If you have any feedback, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The  extended team Seuj Abir and Mikael Lyck join Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser and Stephen East as they go through the comics from May (and June). We review 14 Phantom comics in total - 5x from Frew Australia and 3x from Fantomen Sweden, 1x from Mustanaamio and 2x each from Regal and Shatki which are published in India. It is a huge 33 Phantom stories in total.As you can understand, this is why we split episode #253 and #254 into two separate podcasts. Sit back and enjoy the five reviewers as they discuss 33 Phantom stories first published from 1936 until 2023.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew (Australia) Comic Reviews:Frew #1943: 1 Minute 30 SecondsFrew #1944: 25 MinutesFrew #1945: 30 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew #1946: 47 Minutes (Link to learn about the history of the Presidency of Bangalla)(Link to Ep 190 Phuturistic Phantom's)Giant Size #25: 1 Hour 8 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen (Sweden) Comic Reviews: Fantomen 9/2023: 1 Hour 28 MinutesFantomen 10-11/2023: 1 Hour 31 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen 12/2023: 1 Hour 35 MinutesMustanaamio (Finland) Soft Cover Album Review: 1 Hour 36 Minutes 30 Seconds"Pyöreän pöydän ritari" ("Sir Phantom - Knight of the Round Table") by Ulf Granberg and Jaime Vallvé"Karpaatian vampyyri" ("The Vampire in Carpatia") by Ulf Granberg and Jaime Vallvé"Linnan aarre" ("The Treasure in the Castle") by Idi Kharelli and Jaime Vallvé"Capitoliumin vanki" ("The Prisoner at Capitolium") by Idi Kharelli and Jaime VallvéShatki & Regal (India) Comic Reviews: Shakti #7: 1 Hour 40 Minutes 30 SecondsShatki #8: 1 Hour 48 Minutes 30 SecondsRegal #28: 2 HoursRegal #29: 2 Hours 10 Minutes 30 SecondsRegal #30: 2 Hours 16 MinutesYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Did you find any Easter Eggs or cameo's in the Vietnam story by Paul MasonWho do you prefer? Lana and or Greta?Would you like to see Do you think Seuj Abir is a bit rough with his criticism of the Regal and Shatki comics?Do you like the 'standee's'? Would you like to see Frew or Fantomen do more freebies like this in their comics? Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The team Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser and Stephen East are all together as they go through the news from May (and June). We also go over the latest newspaper stories "Dungeons Undone" and "Return of the Temple of the Gods". It has been a busy but exciting last six weeks as we have new products to display in our Skull Caves, new clothing to wear at comic conventions and those boring Sunday lunches plus comics from Greece and France to discuss.Stick around and let us have some phun as we discuss Phantom news from seven different countries.Our review of 11+ comics from Australia, Sweden and India will come out in our next podcast in a weeks time.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Daily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 263: "Dungeons Undone": 4 MinutesSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 15 MinutesPhantom News From Around the WorldSydNova (link): 24 Minutes 30 SecondsRichard Fry Death (link):  36 MinutesOther Australian Conventions for 2023: 42 MinutesSy Barry Art Auction July (link): 46 Minutes 30 SecondsNew T Shirt Licence's: 50 MinutesBrisco USA (link)Souled Store India (Iink)Results of the Best Fantomen 2022 Story as voted by the Phans (link): 56 Minutes 30 MinutesFrew Release New Products: 1 Hour 1 Minute 30 SecondsFace masks (link)Prints signed by Sal Velluto, Luca Erbetta & Keith Williams (link)Ikon Collectables 10” Bust (link): 1 Hour 8 MinutesGreek comics (link): 1 Hour 13 MinutesNew French TPB (link): 1 Hour 17 MinutesPerth Mint Coins: 1 Hour 19 Minutes2oz released. New design (link)UK company Gold Gilded the 1oz design (link)Missing Videos: 1 Hour 24 Minutes 30 SecondsPatreon Winter Draw: 1 Hour 26 Minutes 30 SecondsYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Have you brought all the Perth Mint Coins? Did you like them?Which T Shirt design do you like best?Is the new Phantom style design growing on you? Do you like it? Do you like how companies are mixing the old with the new?Are you going to an Australian comic convention this year? If yes, please let us know.Did you vote in the Fantomen best of story poll? Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Who is excited about Sydnova 2023? For Those Who Have Come in Late a lot of Phantom phans from around Australia and the world gather in Sydney for a bunch of phan gatherings and Sydney Supanova. To help increase excitement, Jermayn Parker is joined by several Phantom creators and phans to preview the upcoming weekend. If you want to learn more about the event read our Phantom Sydnova 2023 preview.Make sure you listen or watch as we have giveaways to pass onto you but you need to give us the secret keyword.Australian Phantom creators in Jamie Johnson, Lauren Marshall, Duncan Munro, Matt Kyme, Jeremy MacPherson and Shane Foley all join us to discuss the event. We are also joined by phans Jon Cookson and Sean Bassett who join me to discuss why this event is indeed the pinnacle of Phantom collecting in Australia.The confirmed guests with a Phantom Influence are:Freddie Williams II (own booth)Daniel Picciotto (own booth)Alex Trpcevski (own booth)Jamie Johnson (own booth)Lauren Marshall (own booth)Matt Kyme (own booth)Christopher Sequeira (own booth)Chewie Chan (own booth)Paul Mason (Frew booth)Shane Foley (Frew booth)Jeremy Macpherson (Frew booth)Duncan Munro (Frew booth) Antonio Lemos (Frew booth)Marcelo Baez (Frew booth)Jason Paulos (Frew booth)If you are going to Sydney Supanova and would like to join us for one of the phan meet ups or discuss this podcast, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Recently Art of Play Games released some new in game screenshots on the Phantom Video Game and the phan community was very excited so we thought it is best to catch up with him. Join Jermayn Parker and Stephen East as they go through the screenshots and ask all the questions to Ashley Nicholls. Some of the questions we asked Ashley Nicholls are below. These questions were asked by phans that were sent to us or asked on the various social media accounts:Is July 2024 still the targeted release date?Any luck with Billy Zane? Trailer of the story / video game coming out soon?Any plans for downloadable content?Any plans for alternative slipcovers?For those non gamers, what ‘collectable’ element would there be for us? Will there be other collectable's to collect besides the actual video game?Will there be a crowd funding option?How do you plan to deal with the characters' relative obscurity outside selective countries like Australia, India and Scandinavia? Some parts of Europe and USA not exactly huge phansWill there be any codes or even cheat codes?Will there be print codes like on AFL cards or sister related products like the Fortnight comic?Playability in India and South America who do not use consoles?Is there room for a sequel or more Phantom video games?Some key dates are July 2023 with the game trailer to be released. August / September 2023 for a crowd fund campaign for the collectable set. July 2024 for the release of the game. (Please note: Dates subject to change with possible delays)If you would like to contact us or discuss this podcast, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker is joined with David and Sy Barry as they introduce a charity art auction to raise funds for Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. The auction will be held at the new website www.DrawForLife.org between the dates July 1st to July 8th 2023.We talk about the genesis of the event. Why Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund are important and the choice of the charity. We also go through the meaning behind Sy Barry's piece.We mention the names involved which include Sy Barry, Alex Saviuk, Joe and Frank Giella, Sal Velluto, Jeff Weigel, Keith Williams, Chris Nye, Antonio Lemos, Bunny Hoest, Lou Manna, Anthony Spay, Joe Vissichelli and many others. We also go through some of the artwork to be donated.If you would like to submit your own art for the auction, please contact David Barry at either their website www.DrawForLife.org, email at [email protected] or their social media Instagram page. If you would like to contact us, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The team Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser together get to know Frew cover artist Alex Trip. In this podcast we can talk about many subjects including how geometry and Fibonacci spirals take place on many Phantom covers by Alex Trip. This part of the discussion will be best viewed on YouTube while listening - you can follow the conversation at the 19 minute mark of this podcast.There are plenty of other interesting topics including potential Frew releases at the 2023 Sydney Supanova event and what Alex Trip is working on at the moment.If you have not meet Alex before, you will be happy to know that he will be attending the following comic conventions in 2023:Adelaide Comic Con 3-4 JuneMelbourne Comic Son 10-11 JuneSydney Supanova 17-18 JunePerth Supanova 24-25 JuneYou can follow Alex Trip at his social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter & Instagram) and his website. If you would like to contact us, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The team Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser and Stephen East are all together as they attempt to go through April's comic reviews and news from around the world under two hours. Even in a quiet month, they still find a lot to talk about. we would love to hear your opinions as well.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew Publications Comics Review22nd Phantoms Saga stories: “In the Claw of the Vultures” (Frew #1941) by Claes Reimerthi and Janusz Ordon 3 Minutes“The Flooded City” (Frew #1942) by Claes Reimerthi and Janusz Ordon 16 Minutes & 30 SecondsFor Those Who Came In Late Video on this series (link)Back up stories: “Crippled Jake” (Frew #1941) by Shane Foley 38 Minutes“Paint it Black” (Frew #1942) by Paul Mason 42 MinutesFantomen Magazine Comics ReviewFantomen 8/2023: 50 Minutes"I skräckens skugga" ("The Shadow of Fear") by Jörgen Karlsson and Carlos PedrazziniZauberstern Comics ReviewZauberstern #6: 54 Minutes"Götterdämmerung, Teil 2" ("Godfall, Part 2") by Mike Bullock and Silvestre Szilagyi"Götterdämmerung, Teil 3" ("Godfall, Part 3") by Mike Bullock and Silvestre Szilagyi"Götterdämmerung, Teil 4" ("Godfall, Part 4") by Mike Bullock and Silvestre Szilagyi"Götterdämmerung, Teil 5" ("Godfall, Part 5") by Mike Bullock and Silvestre SzilagyiDaily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 263: "Dungeons Undone": 57 MinutesSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 1 Hour & 5 MinutesPhantom News From Around the WorldNew screenshots of the Phantom Video Game (link): 1 Hour 12 MinutesReview of the comparison between the two Perth Mint Coins (link): 1 Hour 18 MinutesSydNova (link): 1 Hour 20 MinutesNew Frew creators: 1 Hour 24 Minutes 30 SecondsHermes re releasing a softcover album of past Gold Key album: 1 Hour 31 Minutes 30 SecondsEDIT: We mentioned it was a softcover album, More details has arrived and it is a Hardcover and priced at a higher price than original.Exclusive Art Auction: 1 Hour 35 MinutesYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Are you enjoying the 22nd Phantom saga?Are you enjoying the newspaper stories?Would you like to see Hermes release their hardcover editions as softcovers?Are you going to Sydney Supanova in June 2023?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

In X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #247 Matt Kyme chatted with us about his involvement with the exciting Phantom video game. We decided it was best to release it as a separate sneak peak podcast for our next podcast. This 16 minute podcast will hopefully be a good tease as our next podcast which will be with Ashley Nicholas who has more to share with us including some more visuals. Devour this podcast and if you have any further follow up questions you would like us to ask, please email them  through to us at [email protected] hope you phans enjoyed that. We would love to hear your thoughts via YouTube Channel and or social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram). Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

We have some phun (with a PH) and discuss playing in Lee Falk’s sandbox. The concept of playing in a sandbox is about playing with someone else’s creation, ie the Phantom. Jermayn Parker, Stephen East and Dan Fraser are joined with Shane Foley and Matt Kyme who are two creators who thrive playing in the sandbox.All creators go some way into adding the “toys” that creators can play with in the sandbox. However today we’re getting a bit more specific. Today we’re discussing how creators utilise specific stories to create their own sandboxes to play in. We’ll be focusing mainly on Lee Falk stories.Some of the topics we discussed are:Both creators using oodles of Lee Falk story references. For example Frew #1938/9 had three story references.How they get these ideas of adding or filling gaps in past stories.Why Lee Falk stories and not Tony DePaul or the Team Fantomen stories.Why is Lee Falk important to them.Do you like the Fantastical Lee Falk stories?How do you pay tribute to his stories?Do you see your work as 'Lore'?What are some pitfalls of you must look out for when playing in the sandbox?Would Shane Foley ever create stories with Kit and Heloise?Do you use the Phantom Bible?Shane Foley's defense of the 9th Phantom and him being portratyed as the 'Runt'?Their upcoming projectsAre Matt Kyme and Shane Foley coming to Sydney Supanova in 2023?Others who have spoken about the sandbox concept include Paul Mason and Jeff Weigel, we recommend giving their podcasts a re-listen for some other perspectives on the topicI hope you phans enjoyed that. We would love to hear your thoughts via YouTube Channel and or social media profiles (Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram). You can also email us at [email protected] sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The team are all together as they attempt to go through months comic reviews and news from around the world under two hours. Even in a quiet month, they still find a lot to talk about. we would love to hear your opinions as well.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew Publications Comics ReviewFrew #1939: 3 MinutesFrew #1940: 19 MinutesFor Those Who Came In Late Video on this series (link)Giant Size #24: 57 Minutes 30 MinutesFantomen Magazine Comics ReviewFantomen 4/2023: 1 Hour 5 MinutesFantomen 5/2023: 1 Hour 6 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen 6-7/2023: 1 Hour 7 Minutes 30 SecondsZauberstern Comics ReviewZauberstern #5: 1 Hour 11 MinutesDaily / Sunday Newspaper Stories ProgressDaily 263: "Dungeons Undone": 1 Hour 14 MinutesSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 1 Hour 25 MinutesPhantom News From Around the WorldAutumn / Spring Patreon Prize Draw: 1 Hour 31 MinutesFree shipping for Australian / New Zealand buyers of the card game (link): 1 Hour 35 MinutesLimited Edition Henrik Sahlstrom prints (link): 1 Hour 37 Minutes 30 SecondsShatki publishing Sy Barry stories (link): 1 Hour 41 MinutesReapers Quest / Wulfric Media relinquishing their license (link): 1 Hour 44 MinutesSelling singular jewellery boxes (link)Vote for the best cover and story for Fantomen 2022 (link & link): 1 Hour 50 Minutes 30 SecondsMatt Kyme writing a prequel to the very first Phantom story (link): 1 Hour 52 MinutesJoe Giella Death: 1 Hour 53 Minutes 30 SecondsReprint of Ed Rhoades interview will be reposted first week of April.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Did you enjoy the 22nd Phantom saga?Would you like to see more of the Spada created stories?Did you buy any of the Reapers Quest rings or products?Have you purchase the Henrik Salhstrom prints?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Every phan has an opinion so we have opened the podcast microphone and allowed several phans to voice their opinions on several key modern day topics. This podcast is the recorded conversation between Jermayn Parker and five other phans from around Australia and India. If you missed the open mic invite and are now kicking yourself for missing out and want to participate next time, keep an eye out on our website or social media platforms, you can also email us ahead of time to express your interest in our next open mic invitation. If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Should we be moving to colour or are you happy with a mix of black and white and colour? 7 Minutes 30 SecondsIf Frew needed to raise the price of the comic to keep up with costs would phans be ok with say 30c, 50c or even a $1 price jump? 18 MinutesDo you have any ideas for a Frew 75th Special? 21 MinutesAre you excited about the new Phantom video game? 29 MinutesWhat are your strategies for reaching a new audience of Phantom phans? 48 Minutes* Please note there is the odd swearword in this podcast - maybe 5 in total. We apologise if you have sensitive ears ahead of time.We would love your opinions on what we have discussed, so please email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram or leave a comment on our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The team Dan Fraser, Jermayn Parker and Stephen East are all together as they attempt to go through almost two and a half months of comic reviews and news. As you can all probably assume, they failed so much, this podcast has been split into two. The first podcast is the Frew comics which consist of four comics and 14 stories which you can listen to here. This is the second part of the podcast which consists all the news, ongoing discussions on the Daily and Sunday stories as well as reviews from Fantomen, Regal, Shatki and Lion-Muthu by Mikael Lyck, Ankit Mitra and Seuj Abir. Enjoy...If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Fantomen Comics ReviewFantomen 1/2023: 1 MinuteFantomen 2-3/2023: 4 Minutes 30 SecondsIndian Comics ReviewTamil HC volume 1: 9 MinutesTamil HC volume 2: 20 MinutesRegal 26: 27 MinutesRegal 27: 30 MinutesShatki 6: 35 MinutesDaily / Sunday Stories Progress DiscussionDaily 262: "The Breakout": 38 MinutesDaily 263: "Dungeons Undone": 46 MinutesSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 49 MinutesFor Those Who Came in Late video for a recap of the series.NewsPhantom Video Game (link): 55 MinutesWe recommend either listening to Podcast Episode #242 or reading an article highlighting all the important bits for those who cannot listen to two hours of us geeking out.Boss Fight Studio Figurines Status & how to find them in Australia: 57 MinutesCharlton Companion Book (link): 1 Hour 3 Minutes 30 SecondsNew Fantomen Tote Bags for subscriptions (link): 1 Hour 6 MinutesHakon Aasnes 80th Birthday celebration book (link): 1 Hour 7 Minutes 30 SecondsYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:How many of these international comics do you have, read and or collect?Are you looking forward to a podcast chat with Tony DePaul so we can pick his brains on his decisions.Are you over Sarvana like Jermayn and Stephen?Have you brought the Charlton Companion and or Hakon Aasnes 80th Birthday celebration books?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The team Dan Fraser, Jermayn Parker and Stephen East are all together as they attempt to go through almost two and a half months of comic reviews and news. As you can all probably assume, they failed so much, this podcast has been split into two. The first podcast will be the Frew comics which consist of four comics and 14 stories. The second part of the podcast will be out soon. The second part of the podcast will consist all the news, ongoing discussions on the Daily and Sunday stories as well as reviews from Fantomen, Regal, Shatki and Lion-Muthu by Mikael Lyck, Ankit Mitra and Seuj Abir. Until then, here are our reviews of the Frew comics so far for 2023.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew Publications Comics ReviewFrew #1935: 2 Minutes 30 Seconds"Pirates of the Abbey" by Pidde Andersson and Giancarlo Caracuzzo"Hello the Himalayas" by Tony DePaul and Mike ManleyFrew #1936: 25 Minutes"Woduro's Secret" by Claes Reimerthi and Graham Nolan"The Lion's Head Tamarine" by Claes Reimerthi and Graham Nolan"The War Mongers" by Claes Reimerthi and Graham Nolan"The Briefcase" by Claes Reimerthi and Graham Nolan"The Snake Goddess's Island" by Claes Reimerthi and Graham Nolan"Terror in Mawitaan" by Tony DePaul and Graham Nolan"The Sinbad Stone" by Graham NolanFrew #1937: 1 Hour 17 Minutes"The Seahorse part 1" by Lee Falk and Ray Moore"Queen Sansamor and the Sixth Man" by Lee Falk and Wilson McCoy"The Slave Traders" by Lee Falk and Ray MooreFrew #1938: 1 Hour 24 Minutes“The Ibis Mystery part 5” by Andrew Constant and Rafael Dantas“The Strange Day of the Witchmen pt1” by Shane FoleyYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Did any of your comics have smudging with the new quality paper?Did you notice the quality change of the paper?Did you like the new Ibis Mystery sequel?Would you like to see Shane Foley explore the 9th Phantom problem with him married to Vhatta and Flame?Did you enjoy the Graham Nolan stories and the annual? Would you like to see Frew release Volume two next year?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker is the odd man out as he is joined not by one, or even two but three Swedes in Mikael Lyck, Andreas Eriksson and Jacob Habinc. For Those Who Came In Late: Andreas and Jacob are the editors for Fantomen and they give what we can look forward to for the year 2023. Mikael Lyck helps drill the two editors and we manage to get several exclusives from the editorial team.We start off by learning about Jacob Habinc and Andreas Eriksson and their histories with the comic and their roles as joint editors for the magazine.We then ask the questions about Fantomen 2023 and what we can expect. They will release the same amount of issues with the same amount of pages and a Christmas album and softcover album.The best news is that we will see another hardcover collection book like we saw in 2022 with the Heart of Darkness book. They gave us one clue which is that the stories are Team Fantomen and drawn and written by the same creators. We think we have an idea of the theme, do you? Let us know in the comments or on socials.Some of the other topics we touch upon are the future of the magazine, subscription and printing numbers, some of the new and or returning creators we will see in 2023 like Sal Velluto, Rafael Ruiz, Phillip Madden, David Bishop and Anna Weatherley. One interesting subject was how and why they select Frew stories to print in their own magazines. The other interesting path was how they plan to go ahead with the Sandal Singh and 22nd Phantom plots and how the death of Claes Reimerthi has caused them to rethink the future of the storylines.If you are a patreon of Chronicle Chamber, do not forget if you are a patreon all sneak peaks from Art of Play Games will be first shown to our $5 and above level Patreons, so now is the perfect time to join. If you have any questions we did not cover, please let us know and or add them to our YouTube Channel and or social media profiles, You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The team interviews the man behind perhaps the biggest news of the last 10 years - the announcement of the Phantom video game by Art of Play Games. Thousands of phans from around the world were shocked, amazed and generally excited at the announcement. After the excitement sunk in, the questions flowed so we sat down with Art of Play games director Ash Nicholls who was very open and we think to say after two hours, there may not be many questions we didn't ask.Some of the key questions that are answered in the podcast are:Is it a 2D or 3D style game?The genre of the game and why Art of Play Games chose this genre.The game levels and storylineKey dates including the digital, console and collector box release dates.What will be in the collector boxesThe price points for the various ways of purchasing the game.Who are the artists and writers involved in the creation of the game.Will it be multi player?What generation of the Phantom is featured?What countries and locations will the Phantom be visiting?Will regular and known characters of the Phantom be included in the game?Will there be a morality clause with the game play that suits the Phantom ethos?What Phantom tropes will be non negotiable? Is there room for an expanded “game universe” with other Phantoms or characters like Flash, Mandrake etc?When can we expect more images or gameplay footage?Easter eggs during the gameWill the game play like a comic?Will there be a collectible element?How many units Art of Play Games need to sell to make a profitThe ball park figure to make this game.During the podcast, Ash asks for phan input on certain elements, so ensure you listen or watch and send your feedback to our comments sections.To follow the progress on their website and social media accounts:Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Hastag: #PhantomGame If you are a patreon of Chronicle Chamber, make sure you login to your patreon account as we have a bonus chat with Ash which is just for our patreons. All sneak peaks from Art of Play Games will be first shown to our Patreons, so now is the perfect time to join.If you have any questions we did not cover, please let us know and or add them to our YouTube Channel and or social media profiles, You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Something a little special this time around as we interview Norwegian Ivan Pedersen who is a long time phan & has worked on 6+ publishers living the dream as a phan. Majority of phans who have a social media profile would know off Ivan. Jermayn Parker flies solo chatting with Ivan as they hash out some online arguments throughout the last 20 years.It is a rather in depth interview as we start at the beginning and go through his phan years to working on the character. As we found out, he has helped coloured stories, consulted and provided scans of original newspaper strips for a lot of publishers including Frew, Fantomet, Comics Revue, Hermes, Zauberstern and Dolmen. Has their been any other phan or person who has worked with more publishers?You will learn how Ivan ticks including his views on black and white verses colour and surprisingly the one Lee Falk story he would scrap from his collection of stories - yes you read that right!We also get Ivan's opinions on some subjects like our Phantom Bible, modifying or adding to Lee Falk's lore, being called a troll, publishers printing three or four daily panels to a line and much more.If you want to learn more about buying comics from his Facebook group here or you find his Fantomet (Norway) / Frew & newspaper stories index here.If you are a patreon of Chronicle Chamber, make sure you login to your patreon account as we have a bonus chat with Ivan which is just for our patreons. If you have any feedback on the subjects touched up, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The team Dan Fraser, Jermayn Parker and Stephen East join together along with contributors Duncan Munro, Mikael Lyck and Ankit Mitra to discuss EVERYTHING that has been published and released in the year 2022. We do it in two hours. Grab a glass of milk or start that park run and enjoy!2022 see's 11 countries publishing the Phantom, 98 comics from around the world. That is roughly two Phantom comics released a week. It also see's 30 brand new (never been published again anywhere) Phantom stories released in 2022 which is roughly every two weeks, you could buy a comic featuring a brand new Phantom story.Please note we go over the results of the Frew Survey competition we held. A full analysis will be up on our website along with the video draw of the five winners. Thanks to everyone who voted.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Tale of the Tape: 2 Minutes 30 SecondsOur Best Phantom Comics for 2022: Our Best Non Frew / Fantomen / Indian Cover: 26 MinutesOur Best Frew Covers: 30 MinutesBest Frew Cover Survey Results as Judged by You: 34 MinutesOur Best Fantomen Covers: 43 MinutesOur Best Indian Covers: 46 Minutes 30 SecondsOur Best Writers: 51 Minutes 30 SecondsOur Best Story Artists: 1 Hour 30 SecondsOur Best Stories Published by Frew: 1 Hour 7 MinutesBest Frew Stories Published by Frew Survey Results as Judged by You: 1 Hour 12 MinutesOur Best Stories Published By Fantomen: 1 Hour 19 MinutesOur Best Fantomen Issue: 1 Hour 20 MinutesOur Best Issue Published by Regal / Shatki: 1 Hour 21 Minutes 30 SecondsOur Best Frew Issue: 1 Hour 22 Minutes 30 SecondsBest Frew Issue Published by Frew Survey Results as Judged by You: 1 Hour 29 Minutes 30 Seconds Our Best Phantom Merchandise for 2022: 1 Hour 35 MinutesOur Best Chronicle Chamber Moment for 2022:  1 Hour 44 MinutesOur Overall Phantom Reflection on 2022: 1 Hour 49 MinutesWhat will be the Big Phantom News for 2023: 1 Hour 58 Minutes 30 SecondsYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:What are your favourites? Do you agree or disagree with us? Did we miss anything?What was your best Phantom Merchandise for 2022?What was your best Chronicle Chamber moment for 2022?What do you think will be the big Phantom news for 2023?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

To wrap up the festive season we have created a New Years Resolution that we all can get around and ensure we follow through. Forget eating healthy, saving your money or doing more exercise - let us all take some time out and read a Phantom back issue.Seuj Abir, Bradleigh Kelly, Duncan Munro and Ankit Mitra join regulars Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser and Stephen East in reviewing a story that is worth digging out of the back catalogue and having a re read. Many have been out of print for 10 or 20+ years.The stories we have reviewed are:"The Story of the Phantom: The Ghost Who Walks" by Lee Falk Avon Novel #1 (1972)Hermes Press #1 (2016)"Mistake Identity" by Idi Kharelli and Hans LindahlFrew #1440 (2006)Sweden Noir (2019)Fantomen 18/1986"The Highland Murders" by David Bishop and Paul RyanFrew #1336 (2002)Fantomet 22/2002Fantomen 22/2002"The Wolf is Coming"  by Sverre Årnes and César SpadariFrew #1032 (1993)Fantomen 15/1992Norway Krønikebok #17 (2004)UK Wolf #6 (1992)"Mandrake's Bon Voyage" by Tony DePaul and Terry BeattyFrew #1682 (2013)Fantomet 5/2015Fantomen 6-7/2015 Regal #7 (2021)"The Unknown Commander, Part 1 and Part 2" by Norman Worker and Georges BessFrew #1682 (2013)Fantomet 1/2018Fantomen 25-26/2017Bastei #177 (1981)"The Castle of Evil" by Norman Worker and Hans LindahlFrew #1047 (1993)Fantasma Especial #31 (1989)Fantomet 13/2006Fantomen 14/2006"Death in Cyberspace" by Hans LindahlFrew #1442 (2006)Fantomet 6/2006Fantomen 7/2006"Lost in Cyberspace" by Hans LindahlFrew #1460 (2006)Fantomet 23/2006Fantomen 24/2006"Duel in Cyberspace" by Hans LindahlFrew #1473 (2007)Fantomet 5/2007Fantomen 6/2007"Chaos in Cyberspace" by Hans LindahlFrew #1486 (2007)Fantomet 16/2007Fantomen 17/2007What did you think of the stories? Have you read all of them? If you have another story you think phans and us should read, add a photo in the comments section or on social media. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The team join for the last X-Band: The Phantom Podcast of the year as we discuss all the latest comics being released and Phantom related news for December. We also have some phun stating our Phantom related Christmas wish for 2023.Please note that our reviews of the Indian comics Regal Publications #26 and Shakti #6 will be up on our website and YouTube channel after this podcast comes out.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew Comics ReviewVote on the Best of 2022 Frew survey (link): 2 MinutesFrew #1933: 3 MinutesFrew #1934: 18 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen Comics ReviewFantomen 25-26/2022: 55 Minutes 30 SecondsDaily / Sunday Stories Progress DiscussionSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 1 HourFor Those Who Came in Late video for a recap of the series.Daily 262: "The Breakout": 1 Hour 4 Minutes 30 SecondsNewsWulfric Media's Kickstarter campaign didn't reach the target: 1 Hour 9 Minutes Release of the Phantom Bible (link to listen to Ep 237): 1 Hour 10 Minutes 30 SecondsRelease of the Mallon Diary, Calendar and Poster (link): 1 Hour 14 MinutesReview to comeRelease of the Perth Mint Phantom coin (link): 1 Hour 20 MinutesReview to comeBoss Fight Studio Wave 2.0 pre order (link): 1 Hour 23 Minutes 30 SecondsBoss Fight Studio 'King Comics Super Heroes' PVC Figurines Now Out (link): 1 Hour 31 Minutes 30 SecondsLink to find a shop near you to buy thesePeter David Go Fund Me Campaign for his ill health (link): 1 Hour 35 MinutesChristmas Themed Questions: What is your Christmas wish / miracle. What would you like to see? 1 Hour 36 MinutesHave you brought yourself a Phantom Christmas present? 1 Hour 37 Minutes 30 SecondsOn the back of Dan’s article of the Phantom and Christmas covers. Do we need to see a Phantom Christmas themed story? 1 Hour 39 MinutesYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Would love some feedback on what we discussed on the podcast and on the following topics:Would you like to see more TPBs from Frew?Do you like the themed Mallon diary and wall calendar?Do you like the new KFS style guide? Does it work for the new Perth Mint coin?How many of the Boss Fight Studio boxes will you be buying? One or two to keep intact?Would you like to see more Christmas themed comic covers and products?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast. Support the show

Dan Fraser and Stephen East are joined by contributors Duncan Munro and Ankit Mitra as they discuss and grill Jermayn Parker over the project "The Phantom Bible" which is now open for use. What is the Phantom bible? One suggested it is a jumping off point for inspiration and a sense check for reigning you in if you go off in the wrong direction for creators.You can view the website at: www.PhantomBible.com This podcast is a good 2.5 hours long but to be honest it is jam packed with heavy Phantom talk and you will not be bored.We go through the whole website and cover a wide range of topics that are covered in the bible like:How we decide what to include and ignoreHow we decide on what inconsistencies to ignore Essential lore. What needs to be included in every story?The mythos of the Phantom and the charactersWhat is obsolete lore and that is not needed to be included in stories anymoreWe then go through the Phantom's, go over some inconsistencies like the 9th Phantom, Pura the Princess who married three different Phantoms including her son, some holes that are ready for creators to complete plus much more.If you are a phan, we hope you enjoy the Phantom Bible and use it to hold creators and publishers accountable. If your a creator or a publisher, we hope this can be used as a tool for your creations and allow the research to be easily accessed so you can spend your time drawing or creating awesome stories instead of spending all the time on research.You can view the website at: www.PhantomBible.com We are under no illusions that some phans won't agree on everything we have written. If you would like to contribute and add to the bible or even argue with us on something, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker is joined by fellow WA resident Callum Markin. With the mad rush to the end of the year forcing the regulars to be absent. Callum, one of our long standing Patreons who has supported Chronicle Chamber for years has pitched in off the bench. We promise they only spent 5 minutes telling everyone how good WA and Perth is.If your one of the phans who can only listen to some parts of the podcast, below is a timeline of what we discussed.Frew Publications Comics ReviewFrew #1931: 5 MinutesFrew #1932: 10 MinutesGiant Size #24: 40 MinutesFantomen Comics ReviewFantomen 24/2022: 54 Minutes 30 SecondsRegal Publications Review#22: 59 Minutes#23: 1 Hour 1 Minute#24: 1 Hour 3 Minutes 30 Seconds#25: 1 Hour 7 MinutesReview of the Freebies: 1 Hour 13 MinutesShakti Comics Review#4: 1 Hour 18 Minutes#5: 1 Hour 21 Minutes 30 SecondsZauberstern#3: 1 Hour 25 Minutes 30 Seconds#4: 1 Hour 28 Minutes 30 SecondsDaily / Sunday Stories Progress DiscussionSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 1 Hour 34 MinutesFor Those Who Came in Late video for a recap of the series.Daily 262: "The Breakout": 1 Hour 41 MinutesNewsWulfric Media Kickstarter campaign status (link): 1 Hour 54 Minutes 30 SecondsMallon Publications new products - Diary, Calendar and post:  (link): 1 Hour 57 MinutesIkon Collectables 3D Mug released March 2023 (link): 2 HoursThe Phantom Appeared on Hard Quiz TV Show (link): 2 Hours 4 MinutesMythos Brazil Sy Barry Omnibus new publication (link): 2 Hours 7 Minutes 30 SecondsStill looking for someone to review these for usNew UK Magazine ‘Infinity Magazine’ (link): 2 Hours 11 MinutesReview includedPaul Mason winning the Stanley Award (link): 2 Hours 17 Minutes 30 SecondsPatreon Prize draw: 2 Hours 20 MinutesPlease note, we are still after a reviewer from Brazil reviewing all the latest Mythos Phantom comics. please contact us if you can help out.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Mikael Lyck takes over the reigns and leads the interview with special guest Robert Aman about his new book "When the Phantom Became Swedish". It is a rather provocative title and we are sure it will get some reactions from phans around the world. Please note, we do discuss several stories in this podcast which are listed here and may be worth a read before listening/watching this podcast.Sweden was leading the way in the 1960's and 1970's regarding many issues in Africa and teh world at the time and it naturally flowed into their comics. Some of the 'left leaning' elements included colonialism, major white families controlling natural resources, race, apartheid, environmental issues, gender equality etc and our Phantom helped solved these issues in Team Fantomen created stories. One of the interesting things we learnt in this podcast was that phans would write in and hold Lee Falk accountable with unacceptable elements by saying he was not processive enough and how the Team Fantomen creators would 'fix' these problems. We will include an example of this in a future article on our website.Through Robert Aman we also learn that Lee Falk was very positive and acceptable of what the Swedish creators were adding to his character.Along with the list of Team Fantomen stories there is some overlap with our initial X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #101 which you may also want to listen to as well. Other podcasts worth reading along with this is our interview with Ulf Granberg in episodes #97A and #97B and Magnus Knuttson in episode #119.To follow Robert Aman you can visit his social media page here and you can buy his books here and here.Do not forget, the first person to sign up as a patreon will receive a signed copy of the book. Another signed copy will be given to a patreon for the next seasonal prize (summer / winter) which will be drawn early December 2022.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Reapers Quest this past week (2nd November 2022) has started his kickstarter campaign for miniatures of the Phantom country. We sit down with Kelby Wooldridge and he goes into great detail on his campaign.Click here to go Pledge at Kickstarter In this podcast chat we go over the pledge levels, the sizes of the miniatures and ask the hard questions.Have you backed yet? We wont be able to raise the full amount on our own but together, many phans together make light work! Click here to go Pledge at KickstarterWe want your feedback on this podcast and the kickstarter campaign. Why have you pledged? Why have you not pledged? What would make you pledge?Please note, our planned #234 episode on the Phantom becoming a Swede has been postponed for a week to try and give this Kickstarter campaign a pump.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

This is a bumper podcast as we try and squeeze two podcasts into one - comics and news plus a creator interview as Matt Kyme gives us a peak behind the curtain of story. The result? A long podcast. Hope you will enjoy it though.We have the full team  talking all the latest things Phantom from around the world for October 2022.Mikael Lyck reviews five issues plus we have a heap of news including Kickstarter campaigns, deaths of Phantom legends, conventions, new comics to be released, a passionate plea to KFS and a lot of phun in between.Below is a runsheet with time stamps. Frew Comics ReviewFrew #1928: 2 MinutesFrew #1929: 8 Minutes 30 Seconds“The Golden Queen”  29 MinutesFrew #1930: 43 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen ReviewFantomen 20/2022: 1 Hour 21 MinutesFantomen 21/2022: 1 Hour 23 MinutesFantomen 22-23/2022: 1 Hour 25 Minutes 30 SecondsHoD HC: 1 Hour 28 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen 2022 Softcover: 1 Hour 33 Minutes 30 SecondsDaily / Sunday Stories Progress DiscussionSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 1 Hour 37 Minutes(video for a recap of the series)Daily 260: "The Phantoms End" (X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #232)Daily 261: "The Breakout": 1 Hour 49 Minutes 30 SecondsNewsKickstarter campaign starting 2 November (link): 1 Hour 58 MinutesPhantom wiki is back up and running properly (link): 2 Hours 6 Minutes 30 SecondsConvention News: 2 Hours 8 MinutesBrisbane & Adelaide Supanova Phantom related guests (link)New York Big Apple Con (link)Please let us know of other phantom related guests going to conventions around the world.The Phantom 2040 Archive created by Joe Douglas (link): 2 Hours 11 MinutesBilly Zane Phantom movie costume (link): 2 Hours 13 Minutes 30 SecondsPhantom Article in the October 2022 Assamese Magazine 'Sofura' (link): 2 Hours 19 MinutesComics Kingdom & DiscountMags.com Bring Together A Paid Subscription Service for Vintage Strips (link): 2 Hours 20 Minutes 30 SecondsPeter Kingston Death (link): 2 Hours 23 Minutes 30 SecondsEditions Dante Release Their Second Hardcover Moonstone Collection (link): 2 Hours 27 MinutesYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

Jermayn Parker is joined by Dan Fraser and Stephen East and we talk about one of the most controversial stories ever written. It features the 21st Phantom dying, the eyes being shown of the Phantom, Diana, Kit jnr and Heloise turning away from the Phantom, we see the end of the Walker line and much more.This story has seen a lot of angst and phans upset, sad and unsure what is next. We simply had to review and talk about this story in great detail.Worth noting that on the YouTube video, we show the whole story as we discuss it. Some past articles worth reading are:Tony DePaul's blog article on this story Our article on showing the Phantom's eyes Our article showing the burial ground You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker chats with Christopher Walker a cosplayer from USA who is in the middle of something special including finding some other cosplayers including a Guran, Sala and Diana.You can view more of Christopher Walker's work at his website which can be found here.Hope you have enjoyed our mini series of talking to some cosplayers from around the world who are dressing up and showcasing the Phantom to other comic and pop culture fans.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Dan Fraser and Jermayn Parker join together talking all the latest Phantom comics and news from around the world. It has been a BIG month in the Phantom world. Phan and creator Duncan Munro takes the place of Stephen who is on holidays and does a great job filling his shoes. We are also joined with Mikael Lyck and Ohm Roy who review the Fantomen comics and the amazing Jean-Yves Mitton book by Black and White Editions. For those who cannot listen to the whole podcast, below is a runsheet with time stamps for you to listen to parts that may interest you. Frew Publications Comics ReviewFrew #1925: 2 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew #1926: 9 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew #1927: 25 MinutesFrew Giant Size 22: 50 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen Comics ReviewFantomen 16/2022: 1 Hour 1 Minute 30 SecondsFantomen 17/2022: 1 Hour 4 MinutesBlack & White Éditions ReviewJean Yves Mitton – Le Fantôme: 1 Hour 5 Minutes 30 SecondsDaily / Sunday Stories Progress DiscussionSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 1 Hour 8 MinutesDaily 260: "The Phantoms End": 1 Hour 14 Minutes NewsNews Corp and Lee Enterprises cancel KFS strips from their newspapers (link and link): 1 Hour 27 Minutes 30 SecondsHow do you read your Phantom newspaper strips?: 1 Hour 30 MinutesThoughts on the X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #227 - The Phantom Goes Digital (link): 1 Hour 37 MinutesRegal Publishers Anniversary Special (link): 1 Hour 58 MinutesFantomen 2022 Christmas Album for Pre Order (link): 2 Hours 30 SecondsFantomen Softcover Album and Heart of Darkness TPB now out. Review coming soon: 2 Hours 2 Minutes 30 SecondsReview of Boss Fight Studio Phantom and Hero Figurine (link): 2 Hours 3 Minutes 30 SecondsJan Hafstrom Exhibition (link): 2 Hours 11 Minutes 30 SecondsPatron Spring Draw: 2 Hours 13 Minutes 30 SecondsWe want your feedback on a few topics which is listed below. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Did you like our "For Those Who Came In Late" videos? Would you like more?Do you like Monster themed Phantom stories?Have you purchased a copy of the Black and White Editions Jean-Yvess Mitton book?Are you enjoying the daily story featuring the death of the 21st Phantom?Do you understand the concept of the new blockchain with the Phantom as discussed in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #227 - The Phantom Goes Digital? Make sure you do not forget to subscribe and leave a review. Support the show

Jermayn Parker, chats with Chris Stantley who may be better known as Cosplay Chris who caused a lot of excitement at the 2022 Sydney Supanova event as he cosplayed as the Phantom.Chris goes through the stages of building his costume, sourcing materials from around the world, children's toy shops and his visits to his local tailor. This is a PHUN podcast and we discuss all the interesting points ranging from Chris' love for the Phantom, if the suit is a onsie or a twosie and perhaps the biggest question of all - how do you go to the toilet while in costume?You can find more of Cosplay Chris at the following social platforms and website.Instagram Facebook YouTube Etsy website We want your feedback on this podcast with Paul Mason. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser and Stephen East join forces again to discuss with phan phav creator Paul Mason on his latest Frew Publications created story. The story has a lot of phans excited as it is a sequel to the Lee Falk and Wilson McCoy "The Masked Marvel". We go through why Paul Mason loves the story, this era and the boxing themes in many classic Phantom stories. Paul also highlights the many Easter Eggs including past boxing legends from the world & Australia and friends who get a billing on a boxing poster. You may have found a few names including Glenn Ford and Rene White, the co owners of Frew Publications as well as the hosts for the X-Band: The Phantom Podcast,We did have some technical problems but the viewing and listening is still fine. There is also the odd swear word dropped during the podcast - nothing you would not hear at the school yard or work place but we want to declare it up front.We want your feedback on this story and the podcast with Paul Mason. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. What do you think of NFT's? Will you buy one?Would you buy a ticket for the digital museum? Does this excite you?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker and David Barry join forces to discuss with Scott Einiger who is the founder of Kleckt. You may remember Kleckt as the company who announced their intentions of turning Sy Barry into NFT on the Phantom's birthday in 2022. This podcast we try and dig into the future of the Phantom and getting the character digitised.As you listen or watch be prepared to have your mind blown, stretched and challenged. As you will find out what Scott talks about is much more than just a NFT. We talk about providence of collections and how it can add value to your collection or a specific piece. Other topics are a digital museum, the movie, the history and saving it for multiple future generations.At the 40 minute mark we do watch Scott's trailer for Kleckt which is best viewed on video. If you listen to this on audio only, you will only hear the sound track.We want your feedback on this podcast and idea of Kleckt. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. What do you think of NFT's? Will you buy one?Would you buy a ticket for the digital museum? Does this excite you?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Stephen East and Jermayn Parker join together talking all the latest Phantom comics and news from around the world. Joined by Mikael Lyck and Christian Moller who review the Fantomen comics and the latest comics from Germany. For those who cannot listen to the whole podcast, below is a runsheet with time stamps for you to listen to parts that may interest you.Frew Publications Comics ReviewFrew #1922: 3 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew #1923:9 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew #1924: 21 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen Comics ReviewFantomen 14-15/2022: 28 Minutes 30 SecondsGerman Comics ReviewWick #1: 32 Minutes 30 SecondsWick #2: 35 Minutes 30 SecondsZaubersten #1: 39 MinutesZauberstern #2: 42 MinutesThe Ultimate Guide to German Comic Books: 44 Minutes 30 SecondsDaily / Sunday Stories Progress DiscussionSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 1 Hour 1 MinutesDaily 260: "The Phantoms End": 1 Hour 7 Minutes 30 SecondsNewsScott Cohn - Second Ghost Artist (link): 1 Hour 20 Minutes (More discussion from 1 Hour 7 Minutes also)Update on buying Phantom figurines in Australia (link): 1 Hour 21 MinutesComplete list of shops in Australia and outside of Australia that stock themPhantom Showbags (link): 1 Hour 26 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomet Christmas Album cover & contents (link): 1 Hour 32 Minutes2021 Fantomen Best Cover Announced (link): 1 Hour 34 MinutesPre Order for new Mythos Book (link): 1 Hour 36 MinutesCover announced for Heart of Darkness Sweden HC book (link): 1 Hour 38 MinutesNew CC website design (link): 1 Hour 50 Minutes 30 SecondsPlease note, we are still after a reviewer from Brazil reviewing all the latest Mythos Phantom comics. please contact us.We want your feedback on a few topics. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram.Do you have the new NECA and Boss Fight Studio figurines?Would you like to see Frew release a TPB (or hardcover) collection of the Heart of Darkness collection?Would you like to see more higher end collection books?Did you enjoy the  Belle Epoque series? Would you like to see more stories featuring Jane and the 19th Phantom?Would you like to see publishers create more indepth stories on past Phantoms like what Frew and Pidde Andersson have done here?Was the first time the Phantom's room in Notre Dame introduced in a Lee Falk story? If so, which one?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

While this may be our third podcast with Sy Barry, he is a legend who has been in the industry for decades and has countless stories to share. This time is no different as we are also joined by his son David Barry who shares with us stories growing up as the son of a legend. This is a phun podcast you can watch or listen to.We do not want to give away everything we talk about but some of the subjects we discussed are:His career with Marvel and DCHis assistantsHis legacyWho his favourite assistant he worked withWho his favourite artist he worked withAs we discussed, this is the third time we have chatted with Sy Barry. To listen to these podcast's go here. He is one of the top Phantom influencers with 30+ years drawing the characters plus many more for DC and Marvel and it is worth re listening to the past podcasts again.Note, that in this podcast we do not talk about Sy Barry's new venture into the NFT world. That will come in a later podcast down the track. You can follow us on our social media accounts or our podcast channels so you wont miss out on that intriguing chat to come.Please get in touch with us if you have any feedback, questions you wished we asked plus anything else. You can contact us via email at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We also love comments, likes, shares and discussions on our social media so please let us know your thoughts.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Stephen East and Jermayn Parker join forces to chat with Pidde Andersson who is a Swede writing stories for the Australian Frew magazine. He is also currently the most prolific story writer for Frew.We discuss many interesting topics including how he got the job, the joys he received seeing his own stories intended for the English audience find its way to be published by the Fantomen magazine. His career plus interesting tropes on artists he has created stories for including: Shane Foley, Rafael Dantas, Joan Boix, Jason Paulos, Anthony Spay and others.We dissect his love for the Phantom drinking milk, editing his own stories to fit in a Frew comic and then translating them back into Swedish for the Fantomen magazine.This is an easy listen and good phun as you get into the brain on a creator who gets and understands the Phantom. Please get in touch with us if you have any feedback, questions you wished we asked plus anything else. You can contact us via email at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We also love comments, likes, shares and discussions on our social media so please let us know your thoughts.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Dan Fraser and Jermayn Parker join together talking all the latest Phantom comics and news from around the world. Joined by Mikael Lyck who reviews the latest Fantomen comics.Along with the latest Frew comics we pitch an idea of a new comic series along with a creator team we would like to see take the series. We would love to hear your opinion of the pitch.Maybe the key to a short comics and news podcast is Stephen to limit the length as Dan and Jermayn talk a long time in this podcast. For those who cannot listen to the whole podcast, below is a runsheet with time stamps for you to listen to parts that may interest you. Frew Publications Comics ReviewFrew #1920: 1 Minute 30 Seconds"Flame” by Norman Worker and Georges Bessis“Welcome Aboard” by Andrew Constant and Wendell CavalcantiGus Fraser's review: 19 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew #1921: 26 Minutes“Kingdom of the Pirates” by Norman Worker & Jamie Vallve“The issue with Heloise Part 3” by Matt Kyme & Shane FoleyGiant Size #21: 45 Minutes“The Imaginary Playmate” by Lee Falk and Wilson McCoyFantomen Comics ReviewFantomen 12/2022: 53 Minutes"The Shore of Chains" by Daniel Carlsson and Anthony Spay"The Connoisseurs" by Claes Reimerthi, George Olesen & Keith WilliamsFantomen 13/2022: 55 Minutes 30 Seconds"Femme Fatal" by Andreas Eriksson and Ivan Rodriguez"Terror at the Opera" by Lee Falk, Elizabeth Falk, George Olesen & Keith WilliamsRegal Comics ReviewTerror of the Python TPB: 58 MinutesStories by Tony DePaul, Graham Nolan and Paul RyanDaily / Sunday Stories Progress DiscussionSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 1 Hour 7 Minutesby Tony DePaul and Jeff Weigel: Daily 260: "The Phantoms End": 1 Hour 12 Minutes 30 Secondsby Tony DePaul and Mike Manley: NewsLFMBEC June with Supanova (link): 1 Hour 29 MinutesLFMBEC website Temporary Daily Artist (link): 1 Hour 35 MinutesFrew Phantom’s World Collector Cards (our review): 1 Hour 42 MinutesFrew Pholio #8 - Generations (our review coming): 1 Hour 46 MinutesCollective noun of phans: 1 Hour 57 MinutesSal Velluto and Eugenio Prints have arrived: 2 Hours 2 MinutesWe want your feedback on a few topics. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Did you like the colours printed on the new Frew paper? Does it change your opinion on colour Phantom comics?Have you brought the new Frew products? What are your opinion of them?Which collective noun of phans do you like?Would you rescue Sarvana from Gravelines or leaver her rotting in jail?Support the show

Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser from Chronicle Chamber and many other Phantom phans converged to Sydney the past weekend (17, 18 & 19 June 2022). Here is a wrap up of the weekend which included a wrap up of their visit to Frew Publications, Supanova Sydney, the LFMBEC dinner and various phan catch ups.With permission we have also included a touching speech from LFMBEC guest Daniel Picciotto. The podcast also includes thoughts from Jermayn, Dan and our teenager reporter Angus Fraser who attended his first LFMBE dinner. On the Sunday we also gathered a few quick creator audio grabs including Julie Ditrich, Daniel Picciotto, Matt Kyme, Alex Trpcevski and Kieran Jack.Did you attend the event? Would love to hear your thoughts on the weekend. You can contact us via email at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We also love comments, likes, shares and discussions on our social media so please let us know your thoughts.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker is joined by Frew Publications co owner Rene White as they go over Sydnova 2022 featuring the Frew open house, Supanova and the LFMBEC Dinner.We go over the new and existing products Frew will be selling plus what you will see if you attend the open house event. Please note, bookings need to be made by contacting Rene at his email - [email protected]. We also list all the Phantom creators who will be attending Supanova. FrewThe new products available at the Frew open house are:Pholio #7 including a 13 print set by Australian artists: $75AuA Phantom World Collector Card set: No price givenKey existing products already on the Frew website apart from trading cards, back issues, signature comics plus much are:Limited copies of the Regal TPB which is sold out on the website: $75AuGames by Lyck Phantom card game base set and the extension packsThe Nicola Scott and maybe a reprint of the Chris Wahl door posters: $60AuSupanovaThe event is Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th June - you can find out more at their website including how to buy tickets and  the schedule. We will be giving out 20x Chronicle Chamber branded wristbands, ensure you say the keyword to get yours.The following Phantom creators will be attending along with the location of their booth.Camillo Di Pietrantonio (booth 13 in Comic Supa-Stars)Daniel Picciotto (booth 16 in Comic Supa-Stars)Jamie Johnson (booth 6 in Comic Supa-Stars)Alex Trpcevski (booth 132 in Artists Alley)Matt Kyme (booth 10 in Comic Supa-Stars)Julie Ditrich (booth 12 in Comic Supa-Stars)Christopher Sequeira (booth 11 in Comic Supa-Stars)Dean Rankine (booth 4 in Comic Supa-Stars)Kieran Jack (booth 55 in Artists Alley)Expect the artists to have new prints and some will have original art to purchase. Phan Catch UpsThere will be two generic phan catch ups over the weekend open for ALL phans.Friday night catch up at the Mecure Hotel pub in the Sydney CBD from 7pm-ish.Saturday lunch at a restaurant near the convention. We will be meeting at Matt Kyme's booth at 1pm and then heading to the restaurant after. LFMBEC DinnerThe LFMBEC Dinner is an all time phan phavourite. This is the highlight for many a phan of the weekend. The dinner draws phans from around the four corner of Australia and the world including Europe, USA, New Zealand and Japan.This event is NOT open for all. It is by invite only. The guest speaker for the evening is Daniel Picciotto. To learn more about the event we recommend visiting their website LFMBEC.org. Are you attending the event? Make sure you come and say hi if you are!if you would like to contact us, you can via email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Three young bucks, artists Jamie Johnson, Daniel Picciotto and Camillo Di Pietrantonio banded together in an 'online studio session' to raise funds for Unicef. This came on the back of several other artists who have done similar phundraising. You can learn about the phundraiser (fundraiser) campaign Chronicle Chamber have been involved with on X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #214A.All three artists have credits for Frew, Ninja Turtles plus much more and have a healthy rival at Supanova and Comic Con conventions with their sketch offs and have agreed to do another with us hosting it with a Phantom theme. This podcast is the recording from the special night. We would suggest you watch this on YouTube and while it is 2.5 hours long, you do not often get to watch not one, or two but three talented artists drawing and talking the Phantom. We want your feedback on what we discuss during the session. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The three are together talking all the latest Phantom comics and news from around the world. Joined by Mikael Lyck who reviews the latest Fantomen comics.For those who cannot listen to the whole podcast, below is a runsheet with time stamps for you to listen to parts.Frew Publications Comics ReviewFrew #1917: 2 MinutesFrew #1919: 13 MinutesFrew #1917 & #1919: 25 MinutesFrew #1918: 40 MinutesFantomen Comics ReviewFantomen 10-11/2022: 42 Minutes 30 SecondsDaily / Sunday Stories Progress DiscussionSunday 192: "The Ingenues": 47 MinutesSunday 193: "Return of the Temple of the Gods": 50 MinutesDaily 260: "The Phantoms End": 57 MinutesNewsPartnership with Ukraine, Unicef and Chronicle Chamber (link): 1 Hour 6 MinutesLFMBEC June with Supanova (link): 1 Hour 8 MinutesRegal Publishers & the TPB (link): 1 Hour 17 Minutes2021 Fantomen Best Story “Devils Story” (link): 1 Hour 20 Minutes 30 Seconds“When the Phantom Became a Swede" Book by Robert Aman (link): 1 Hour 23 Minutes 30 SecondsBoss Fight Studio’s wave 1.0 and 1.5 hitting Australian fans (Our Review): 1 Hour 26 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew Board game on Pop Cultcha & other websites: 1 Hour 44 MinutesEditions Black & White Mitton hardcover book (link): 1 Hour 47 MinutesLatest on the two new German comic book seriesZauberstern Comics (link): 1 Hour 48 MinutesWick Publications (link): 1 Hour 49 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew to Add Phans into stories (link): 1 Hour 53 MinutesThe Phantom published again in Assam Language (link): 1 Hour 58 MinutesWe want your feedback on a few topics. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Do you like the new paper stock for Frew? Would you pay extra for it in every comics?Have you brought any phaffle tickets for the Unicef Ukraine fund raisers?Have you received your Boss Fight Studio figurines yet? Have you pre ordered the other items?Are you going to Supanova Sydney or Perth or the LFMBEC dinner?Do you think the Phantom is Swedish?is the Devils Story classic story the best Phantom story?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker is joined by Ankit Mitra as they talk to Pratheesh from Regal Publishers, the Indian publisher bringing back the Phantom with great success. We end the podcast talking and exploring the ground breaking "Terror of the Python" TPB featuring 250+ pages of the collected stories of the battle between Chatu and the Phantom and his family.We learn that Regal Publishers actually first published the Phantom back in the 1980's with reprints of the Avon novels, then comics in the 1990's. We touch upon the family generation of Regal which sees the company passing the mantle from father to sons.If you are an Indian comic reader, this is not a podcast to miss. We would love your feedback on the topics we discussed in this podcast. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Dan Fraser and Jermayn Parker continues the series of having a good chat with phans who also wear the hat as a creator. We tackle all the hard questions including should the Phantom be allowed a wine with his wife or how to make new phans, do we kill of the 21st Phantom and much more. Grab a beer or milk and let us have some PHUN!Some of the discussions we have during the podcast are:Matt's history with the characterHow he would get new phans if he ever stepped into the KFS and Frew shoesThe Phantom & the world of digital. Matt's next projectsUnder utilised elements of the PhantomFalkism, modernism and the tricky balancing act in-betweenShould we kill off the 21st Phantom?The Phantom visiting Australia againSilly Phantom tropesShould the Phantom be allowed to have a wine with his wife?Should the Phantom take of his cowl and mask when dressed as a normal man?We want your feedback on the topics we discussed. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The three amigo's are together talking all the latest Phantom comics and news from around the world. Joined by Mikael Lyck and Ankit Mitra who review the latest Fantomen and Shatki comics.We chat paper quality, covers, figurines, historical stories, the ongoing 22nd Phantom saga, what Tony DePaul means by his next Daily newspaper story title plus so much more. For those who cannot listen to the whole podcast, below is a runsheet with time stamps for you to listen to parts.Frew Publications Comics ReviewFrew #1914: 3 Minutes"Death in the East End, Part 1: The College Ghost" by Michael Tierres and Georges BessFrew #1915: "Death in the East End, Part 2" by Michael Tierres and Georges BessFrew #1916: "Death in the East End, Part 3: Castle in the Sea" by Michael Tierres and Hans LindahlFantomen Comics ReviewFantomen 8/2022: 34 Minutes"Den översvämmade staden" ("The Flooded City") by Claes Reimerthi and Janusz OrdonFantomen 9/2022: 36 Minutes"Uppgörelsen vid Paradise hotel" ("The Deal at Paradise Hotel") by Claes Reimerthi and Janusz OrdonDownload link for the free English Karl Kämpe comic book Shatki Comics ReviewShatki Comics #3: 38 Minutes 30 Seconds"A Detente with Crime" by Tony DePaul and Paul RyanDaily / Sunday Stories Progress DiscussionSunday 192: "The Ingenues" by Tony DePaul and Jeff Weigel: 43 MinutesDaily 260: "Death in the Himalayas" by Tony DePaul and Mike Manley: 52 Minutes 30 SecondsNewsPartnership with Ukraine, Unicef and Chronicle Chamber (link): 1 Hour 5 Minutes Inkspot with Glenn Lumsden cover and interview (link): 1 Hour 10 Minutes 30 SecondsRIP Aslan Sukur (link): 1 Hour 13 MinutesBoss Fight Studio’s posting Wave 1.0 and Wave 1.5 (link): 1 Hour 16 Minutes 30 SecondsLFMBEC June with Supanova: 1 Hour 21 Minutes 30 SecondsLFMBEC website We want your feedback on a few topics. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Do you like the new paper stock for Frew? Would you pay extra for it in every comics?Have you brought any phaffle tickets for the Unicef Ukraine fund raisers?Do you want to see more of the 22nd Phantom saga stories?Have you received your Boss Fight Studio figurines yet? Have you pre ordered the other items?Would you like to see Madam X back in another Phantom story?Which guest would you like to see at Supanova Sydney / LFMBEC?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcas. Support the show

Jermayn Parker tackles Duncan Munro on his own and together they get up to some mischief and phun talking everything Phantom. It is a fast paced chat as they talk and dissect all the big Phantom topics ranging from colour comics, paper quality, killing off the 21st Phantom, the digital realm and the age old Falkimsm v Modernism.Duncan Munro is one of the few Phantom people who balance the act of a life time phan but also a creator who has added to the lore of the character.Some of the discussions we have during the podcast are:Duncan's history with the characterWhat he collects and what he would NEVER collectFavourite storiesHow he would get new phans if he ever stepped into the KFS and Frew shoesThe Phantom & the world of digital. Can they marry?Colour and increased paper quality with the Frew comicUnder utilised elements of the PhantomFalkism, modernism and the tricky balancing act in-betweenShould we kill off the 21st Phantom?The Phantom visiting Australia againDuncan and his decision to add/correct Falk loreDuncan's right of reply to our reviews of his workYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

A huge shout out to Sean Bassett who was our reporter for the day down at the 2022 Melbourne Supanova on the weekend of March 5 and 6. Sean records his thoughts of the weekend plus records the Phantom panel featuring Matt Kyme and Marie Lewis.Matt Kyme is a comics writer and artist for Frew Publications plus has heaps of his own self published titles. Matt has also been a regular on our own X-Band: The Phantom Podcast.Marie Lewis has heaps of titles as a writer, radio host and host of the new Phantom never Dies audio documentary. Please note, we do not have video content of this. The above YouTube video is just audio only.Some of the following discussion has been touched in previous podcasts both here and on the Phantom Never Dies podcast but a list of the topics they touch upon are:RacismFavourite storiesYou can learn about Matt Kyme's fav story here in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast Episode #170 About the Phantom Never Dies PodcastWhat they would like to see in a new TV show or movieShould have the Phantom aged in real years and passed the mantle every 30-40 years?Do we kill off the 21st Phantom? The transition in the newspaper storiesOther generational heroesThe Australian Phantom clubYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

A video call with Sal Velluto who together with Chronicle Chamber calls out phellow Phantom artists to support Ukraine through some donations of their work to sell to phans.Full details can be found on this website.Artists, if you want to participate, please contact us to discuss the donation. We will also be in touch with artists. We will post artwork as it comes up. To reserve the art, it will be first in best dressed. Reserve by email only ([email protected])All phunds go to Unicef.The process:The artist creates the workThe artist sends a scan of the artwork to CCWe promote the art on our website and socialsSomeone reserves the artThe buyer sends Chronicle Chamber the money via paypal/EFTChronicle Chamber sends the money to Unicef in the buyers nameWe send the receipt to the buyer (can be used for tax deductions)The artist sends the art to the buyerThe purchaser may need to pay extra for the postage. Deal with the buyer and artistIf any artists would like to do another video with us promoting your piece, also contact us.As some phans will know, 2020 we did a bushfire phundraiser book and we all together raised over $25,000. This is NOT a book but just a call out for artists to help support Ukraine.All details, plus images of the donations and any further communications with artists can be found here.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The three amigo's are back together talking all the latest Phantom comics & news from around the world. Joined by Mikael Lyck who reviews the latest Fantomen comics & even the 91:an issue featuring another tribute to Claes Reimerthi. Below is a run sheet with a time stamp:Frew Publications Comics ReviewFrew #1911: 3 MinutesFrew #1912 & #1913: 9 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew #1912 & #1913: 36 Minutes 30 SecondsGiantsize #20: 41 MinutesFantomen Comics ReviewFantomen 5/2022: 50 MinutesFantomen 6-7/2022: 53 Minutes 30 Seconds91:an 5/2022: 56 Minutes 30 SecondsDaily / Sunday Stories Progress DiscussionSunday 192: "The Ingenues": 1 Hour 1 MinuteVideo instructions on how to say the word Daily 260: "Death in the Himalayas": 1 Hour 12 MinutesNEWSSy Barry NFT Art (link): 1 Hour 22 MinutesThe Phantom Never Dies podcast (link): 1 Hour 29 MinutesFrew Generations Trading Cards (our review): 1 Hour 34 Minutes 30 SecondsBoss Fight Studio’s posting Wave 1.0 and Wave 1.5 (link): 1 Hour 49 MinutesNECA DotE wave 2.0 out (link): 1 Hour 54 MinutesLFMBEC June with Supanova: 1 Hour 55 Minutes 30 Seconds WWE Game with the Phantom Skin (link): 1 Hour 59 MinutesGerman Book on the Phantoms history (link): 2 Hours 5 Minutes David Bishop writing the Phantom back in New Zealand (link): 2 Hours 8 MinutesPaul Mason Kickstarter (link): 2 Hours 10 Minutes We want your feedback on a few topics. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Would you like to see different themed covers for the Replica Series?Do you like the French language words sprinkled in the Phantom in Paris stories?Would you like all Phantom in Paris stories published together or you like them spread out?Do you like the covers for the two Phantom in Paris issues?You can see more of Turid Aurora Walderhaug and Lily McDonnell's work via:Turid: @walderhaugarts Lily: @mybeautifulmonsters Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Who loves a good random phact? Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser got over 10 random phacts from around the world. We reckon not one phan will know all 10 & everyone will learn something as you listen or watch this podcast.Here are the random Phantom phacts we highlight during the podcast.Multiple wives marrying the same Phantom.  Pura married the 3rd, 4th and 11th Phantom 1st and 2nd married MarabellaOne of the first comic books published had a cover image of Phantom without the skin tight costume which he fast became famous for (just gloves, mask and briefs)Learn about the Brazillian comic here.The Phantom Club in Australia was run out of the space under a two-story Queenslander in Coorparoo.X-Band: The Phantom Podcast: Episode #81 Learn more about the Preservation ProjectName changes from around the World:In the Indian language Bengali:Devil is Bagha Hero is Tufan which means StormThe country Bangalla / Bengali is renamed to Denkali Fantomen in a Swedish newspaper was called DragosMikael will be exploring this in an article for us laterSala is Diana and Diana is Sala (Read the full story at this link)Lee Falk only used the Singh Pirates as a significant villain in one story ever Originally intended to be grey costume, printers decision led to iconic purple (Read the full story at this link)First colonial township ever mentioned in The Phantom was Frasertown, a settlement on the outskirts of the jungle.Third most credited writer is someone most phans have never heard of and likely never read his stories: Peter Mennigen (Read an interview with Peter here)Longest running continuous Phantom comic series is not Frew but rather the Fantomen Swedish Christmas Album series which first published in 1944 and is still publishing them yearly.Lee Falk based the Bandar tribe on the real life African tribe the Ituri  (Learn about Ituri and watch a video here )We would love to hear from you on what you think of the Random Phantom Phacts we discussed in this podcast & we hope you have a great time listening to the podcast. Huge shout out to all those websites and phans who have helped with sources:Deepwoods.org PhantomWiki.org ChronicleChamber.com Mikael LyckAnkit MitraSwaroop ChandIvan Pedersen Ed RhoadesJermayn ParkerDan FraserYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review.Support the show

As we mentioned in our X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #211, due to the festive season, COVID, family sickness and work, we have fallen behind in our comics and news monthly podcasts. With 12 comics from four continents and 34 stories plus the latest Sunday and Daily stories plus a bumper last two months of news from around the world, we decided to split our comics and news into two separate podcasts. Now we get into the comics from around the world from the past two months. Jermayn Parker, Stephen East and Dan Fraser are joined by Mikael Lyck and Ankit Mitra as we go through all the comics. Some highlights include a passionate plea to Glenn Lumsden to come to a Supanova for some signings and we want to know, did anyone read the replica series that came with the Annual? Please let us know, Jermayn doubts it, someone prove him wrong.We also discuss the difference between the names of DAKK and DARK for the region beyond the Misty Mountains to the east of Bangalla.Yes it is a longer than usual podcast but grab a bite to eat and a cold glass of milk and let's get started.If this podcast is too long for you to listen to, below is a list of topics that was discussed including their time stamps for you to pick and choose. We do recommend listening to the whole podcast though - you can always press pause.Daily / Sunday progressSunday S192: "The Ingenues" (2 Minutes 30 Seconds)Daily D259: "The Chronicle of Old Man Mozz" (14 Minutes) Daily D260: "Death in the Himalayas" (19 Minutes)Frew Publications Frew #1908: (29 Minutes)Frew #1909 (55 Minutes 30 Seconds)Frew #1910 (1 Hour 9 Minutes 30 Seconds)Giantsize #19 (1 Hour 50 Minutes)Frew Graphic novel 2 (1 Hour 56 Minutes)HermesDC Hermes Book Vol 1 (2 Hours 10 Minutes)Fantomen   Fantomen 1/2022 (2 Hours 18 Minutes 30 Seconds)Fantomen 2&3/2022 (2 Hours 23 Minutes 45 Seconds)Fantomen 4/2022 (2 Hours 26 Minutes 30 Seconds)ShaktiShatki Phantom issue #2 (2 Hours 29 Minutes)Regal Phantom issue #19 (2 Hours 38 Minutes 15 Seconds)Phantom issue #20 (2 Hours 41 Minutes)Phantom issue #21 (2 Hours 43 Minutes)We would love to hear from you on what you think of what we discussed in the podcast and we hope you have a great time listening to the podcast. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Due to the festive season, COVID, family sickness and work, we have fallen behind in our comics and news monthly podcasts. Our last one December and with 12 comics from four continents and 34 stories plus the latest Sunday and Daily stories plus a bumper last two months of news from around the world, we decided to split our comics and news into two separate podcasts. First up is a good hour discussing all the latest news from around the world from the past two months. Jermayn Parker, Stephen East and Dan Fraser go through it all and we spend a good 20 minutes talking figurines - 2022 will be the year of Phantom toys!Below is a list of topics that was discussed including their time stamps for you to pick and choose if needed. We do recommend listening to the whole podcast though.Phantom News for JanuaryBoss Fight Studio cartoon style 3 inch figurines (link): 3 MinutesBoss Fight Studio Retro ‘Power Stars’ 5” figurine (link): 12 MinutesRelease Dates for Hero HACKs, 3" and 5" Power Stars Figurines: 14 Minutes 30 SecondsNECA 6” Phantom superhero figurine out now (link): 18 MinutesList of shops to buy your figurines How to Bath your Phantom NECA Figurines Mr Walker Trench Coat and Library Bag for sale (link): 25 Minutes 30 SecondsUnlicensed Phantom Statues by Marco Navas Estudio (link): 31 Minutes 30 SecondsWhat is to come with Fantomen 2022 (link): 34 Minutes 30 SecondsVote for the best Fantomen 2021 story (link): 38 MinutesGo Fund Me Campaign for Wulfric Media's Phantom Treasure (link): 39 MinutesLion Muthu Comics Bringing out a Tamil Phantom TPB (link): 42 Minutes 30 SecondsPaul Mason’s art in Brisbane library, A Masked Marvel Sequel and an Exhibition in Thailand featuring Phantom art (link): 45 Minutes 30 SecondsGames by Lyck Extension Pack Update (link): 53 Minutes 30 SecondsSupanova 2022 Dates (link): 58 MinutesWe would love to hear from you on what you think of what we discussed in the podcast and we hope you have a great time listening to the podcast. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

The boys Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser and Stephen East join together to interview Jeff Parker the writer of the popular Dynamite Entertainment "Kings Watch" series.Jeff also returned to write the Flash Gordon "Kings Cross" series which ended the series of Dynamite Entertainment exploring the King Features characters they had licensed. If you enjoyed the "Kings Watch" series (or even hated what they did), this podcast is a must watch / listen. Jeff is very candid in his comments and details why he chose to have an imposter fulfilling the role of the Phantom. He also answers the question that has been on some phans lips since the character Jen was introduced as the missing Walker heir. Was that his idea or someone else's?Jeff also talks about other plots and tid bits which you may find interesting, some of them are:The uncredited co writer to the Flash Gordon "Kings Cross" storyline.What the inspiration was for giant tarantula formed out of drowned apes.The un named Phantom imposter who took over the role was at one time going to be wearing a Skull Mark on his face by the previous Phantom.The relationship between Lothar and the Phantom and how he became an obvious replacement.How Jeff got the gig for Dynamite Entertainment and then how that morphed into a modern version of the 1980's classic TV show.Why Sydney, Australia faces perhaps the most dangerous beast/alien in the comic.Why its important to mess with fans slightly.When Jeff released that the Phantom was going to die.What was Jeffs vision for the missing Phantom if Jen was not shoehorned into the role.To get in touch with Jeff Parker, you can follow him on twitter @JeffParker or his website www.JeffParkerWrites.com What did you think of this podcast? You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

In a bumper 2 hour podcast Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser and Stephen East go over their favourites for 2021 from around the world. Mikael Lyck and Ankit Mitra also give us their favourites. We cover every country, every publisher and every comic. 10 countries, 100+ comics and 20+ new stories is a lot and even through a pandemic, 2021 has been a good Phantom year.In December we started the competition for the best of Frew of 2021 and we go over the results including drawing the winners which are:Frew Crew Badges:Dale MaccantiMichelle ForresterChronicle Chamber Pack:WadeChad KymeZac SavageYou can read a detailed break down of the results here.If you would like to just listen to specific opinions on what we think was best of 2021 from around the world, you can use the below timeline:Best non-Frew / Fantomen / Indian Cover: 13 Minutes 30 SecondsBest Frew Cover: 17 Minutes 30 SecondsBest Fantomen Cover: 29 Minutes 30 SecondsBest Indian Cover: 39 MinutesBest Writer: 44 MinutesBest Story Artist: 51 Minutes 30 SecondsOverall Best Story published by Frew: 58 MinutesOverall Fantomen Best Story: 1 Hour 16 MinutesBest Fantomen Issue: 1 Hour 18 MinutesOverall Best Indian Story Published: 1 Hour 19 MinutesBest Indian Issue: 1 Hour 19 Minutes 30 SecondsBest Frew Issue: 1 Hour 20 Minutes 30 SecondsPrize Draw: 1 Hour 38 MinutesBest Merchandise in 2021: 1 Hour 40 MinutesBest Chronicle Chamber Moment: 1 Hour 53 MinutesOverall reflection on 2021 & looking forward to 2022: 1 Hour 59 MinutesWhat did you think of 2021? If you think there is a cover, artist, writer or story you think we missed, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. We love your opinion, so please leave it.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

To wrap up our festive season we have created a New Years Resolution that we all can get around and ensure we follow through. Forget eating healthy, saving your money or doing more exercise - let us all take some time out and read a Phantom back issue.Mikael Lyck, Duncan Munro and Ankit Mitra join regulars Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser and Stephen East in reviewing (one or two) stories that are worth digging out and having a re read. Some of the stories have been reprinted regularly and within the last 5 years but many have been out of print for 10 or 20 years.The stories we have reviewed are:"The Hanta Witch" by Lee Falk and Sy BarryFrew #1746 (2016)Fantomen 22-23/2021Fantasma #282 (1979)Diamond Comics #73 "The Founding of the Jungle Patrol" by Lee Falk and Sy BarryFrew #1653 (2013)Fantomen 13/2021Fantasma #284 (1979)Diamond Comics #73 "The Ghost Pirates" by Norman Worker and Jaime VallvéFrew #765 (1983)Fantomen 1/2020Fantasma #367 (1986)"The Devil's Brotherhood, Part 1-3" by Idi Kharelli and Hans LindahlFrew #867A (1986)Fantomen Krönika 2/2002L'Uomo Mascherato #4 (2009)"The Avenger" by Janne Lundström and Jaime VallvéFrew #883 (1987)Fantomen Krönika Band 1 (1999)"Red as Blood - White as Snow" by Lennart Moberg, Felmang, and Germano FerriFrew #1607 (2011)Fantomen 22/1992"The Phantom vs Singh 2050" by Claes Reimerthi and Hans LindahlFrew #1276 (2000)Fantomen 21/2000"Guns, Part 1-2" by Mark Verheiden and Luke McDonnellDC #1 & #2 (1989)Hermes The Complete Series: The Complete DC Comics Volume One (2021)Fantasma #1-#2 (1989)What did you think of the stories? Have you read all of them? If you have another story you think phans and us should read, add a photo in the comments section or on social media. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

For our Merry Phantoming (Christmas) X-Band: The Phantom Podcast we decided to have some phun. We created a quiz to celebrate the festive season. The quiz was open for a live participation with phans from around the world and then afterwards open for all. All together we had over 100 phans have a go.The top five:Indian 30,477Seuj 28,464Mase 25,934Marcus 24,579Callum 22,748A huge thank you to all who participated plus Mikael Lyck, Marcus and Seuj Abir who joined us and participated. Seuj and Indian are both young teenager phans from India and we hope they stick around and are part of the next generation of long term phans. The list of questions are:What is Ray Moore's middle name?In which story is Bangalla first shown to be in Africa?In what year did Mike Manley begin working on the daily strip?What are the start & end dates for Sy Barry's time on the Phantom daily strip?What date was the first Phantom strip published?In what year did Tony DePaul solely take the reigns on the Newspaper strip?What was the title of Paul Ryan's first Phantom Newspaper Story?The Baronkhan Sedition is Mike Manley's first Phantom story - True or False?What is the date of the First Frew issue?Which was the first Frew issue to be published in portait rather than landscape?How many times did Ralph Gohs win Best Cover for Fantomen ?Who was the writer of the 1000th Team Fantomen story?What year was Frew issue #1000 published?What do the letters in Frew stand for?Who was the 12th editor of Fantomen?Which USA publisher published the most Phantom comics?Which of the Big 2 Comic Publishers published a standalone Phantom comic first?What was the first Frew issue published by The Frew Crew?When did chroniclechamber.com launch?What episode did the current line up of Dan, Jermayn & Steve host their first podcast together?Who was Joe's first guest on the Podcast?Where was the first X-Band theme from?Who signed off with Happy Phantoming first?Who designed the current Chronicle Chamber logo?What is the P3?Which Phantom creator has appeared on the most episodes of the X-Band Podcast?In which episode did we first interview Sy Barry?What number episode was the December 2021 Comics & NewsIn what year was the First Mallon Diary published?What is the first known Phantom jam cover?In the 1996 movie, what is the name of the Palmer family's butler?What is the name of the 1980s cartoon which featured The Phantom?Which company recently released a Jungle Patrol Hat and Beanie?Who composed the score for the 1996 Phantom movie?What is the name of the shape-shifting fractal biot from the 2040 series?What is the name of The Phantom's alias in the 1943 Movie serial?"Things are hotting up" is attributed to which Phamous Phantom Phan?What is the longest running Sunday Story?What did you think of the questions? Did you enjoy the quiz. Please let us know, you can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter or Instagram.Support the show

This podcast is just shy of 16 minutes - maybe our shortest EVER!Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser and Stephen East talk about some of their favourite Frew issues, covers and stories and then hand over to Frew creator Matt Kyme as he gives us his top three issues and stories for the year. To vote for your favourite Frew cover, issue and story for the year follow the link below:CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITEWe would love to hear from you on what you think of what we discussed in the podcast and do not forget to vote away. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Another bumper (and long) X-Band: The Phantom Podcast as we look back at the comics and Phantom related news that have come out in November and December 2021. Mikael Lyck, Ankit Mitra review comics from Sweden and India and are joined by regulars Jermayn Parker, Stephen East and Dan Fraser.If two hours is too long for you, below is a list of topics that was discussed including their time stamps for you to pick and choose. We do recommend listening to the whole podcast though.Frew Publications Comics ReviewsFrew #1905: (2 Minutes 30 Seconds)Frew #1906: (16 Minutes)Frew #1907: (28 Minutes 30 Seconds)"The Riddle of the Grey Malkin pt 6-8" (40 Minutes)Frew stuff to discussPrice rise (52 Minutes)Social media manager (58 Minutes 30 Seconds)What next as backups for Frew stories? (1 Hour 4 Minutes)Fantomen Comics ReviewsFantomen 24/2021: (1 Hour 11 Minutes 30 Seconds)Fantomen 25 & 26/2021: (1 Hour 15 Minutes)Fantomen 2022 Christmas Album: (1 Hour 18 Minutes 30 Seconds)Shakti ComicsShatki Phantom issue #1: (1 Hour 21 Minutes 30 Seconds)Daily / Sunday progressSunday S192: "The Ingenues" (1 Hour 37 Minutes)Daily D259: "The Chronicle of Old Man Mozz" (1 Hour 39 Minutes)X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #200: Tony DePaul, Jeff Weigel and Mike Manley joined us with patreons and there are lots of comments and discussions about these newspaper past and future stories.Phantom News for November & DecemberTeam Fantomen 1000 stories: (1 Hour 48 Minutes)Norwegian cassette Successful crowdfund (link): (1 Hour 54 Minutes 30 Seconds) Sal Velluto & Eugenio Print Set (link): (1 Hour 56 Minutes) Iron Studios Figurines (link): (1 Hour 57 Minutes)KFS Christmas Decorations (link): (2 Hours 1 Minute 30 Seconds) Upcoming podcasts over Christmas/New YearsBest of Frew with poll Merry Phantoming (Quiz with prizes) 17th December2021 ReviewSpecial Phantom themed New Years ResolutionInterviews to come in JanuaryAnnouncement of a special project we are working on We would love to hear from you on what you think of what we discussed in the podcast and we hope you have a great time listening to the podcast.  You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Crossovers are all the rage within the comics universe with success with movies, so why not the Phantom? Stephen East, Dan Fraser and Jermayn Parker chat about The Phantom and the crossovers he has existed in and then we discuss why they are important and what we would like to see from comic publishers but also the owners King Features Syndicate.We also discuss if KFS have indeed put a ban on Frew crossovers and we raise why its important for the comic but also for the greater good of the Australian comic industry.We go over known crossovers like:Video  / Audio"Defenders of the Earth" tv show"The Man who Hated Laughter" short movie "Yellow Submarine" Beatles film clipNewspaper storiesPhantom and Mandrake crossovers (click here for a full list link)"The Twins' Futures" (D243) - with Mary WorthDick Tracy story - Featuring Mr Walker and Devil at an airport“Escaped Convicts” - Defenders of the Earth dream sequence crossover* Many of these cameo's are on our Phantom Preservation Project. To get access learn about becoming a patreon.Comics"Defenders of the Earth" comic book series"Scorpius" by Shane Foley"Death Dive" by Glenn Lumsden"The Raven" by Andrew Constant"Phantom/Captain Action" by Moonstone "Kings Watch / Quest / Cross" by Dynamite Entertainment "Legenderry" by Dynamite Entertainment "Zigomar vs the Phantom" "Masks of the Phantom" with Varg Veum by Lightning StrikesParodiesBrazil DotE parody comicMad Sunday parody Robot Chicken DotE* Many of these cameo's are on our Phantom Preservation Project. To get access learn about becoming a patreon.Promotions & phan art worth mentioningEarly KFS advertising KFS American Football line upKFS Christmas tableKing comics with Girl Phantom on the back coverVarious "Comics Revue" coversWe would love to hear from you on what you think of what we discussed in the podcast and we hope you have a great time listening to the podcast. If we have missed any crossovers, please let us know in the comments field via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram or you can email us at [email protected]. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Dan Fraser  and Jermayn Parker are joined by Moonstone and Frew cover and story artist Lou Manna. It was a great phun podcast as we chatted about his 15+ year career with The Phantom which started off with stories and covers for Moonstone and then a decade later a two part story for Frew that was originally created for Moonstone.For fans you will be greatly excited about a couple of other stories awaiting to be published including one by two phans Peter Steven and Jaime Diaz. Some of the other various topics we discussed are:His careerHow Tom Tyler and George Wilson helped made Lou as a phanHis love for the phans from around the worldWe go through Lou's four stories and hear some stories about printing and colouring issues plus more musings. The Tom Tyler famous pose making its way into a Phantom comic.His interactions with DC and Marvel greats like Bob Kane, Rich Buckler, Dick Giordano, Jack Adler, Joel Orlando and many others.His Chronicle Chamber Bushfire Phundraiser piece. (link to learn more about the phundraiser)His love for Don Newton's Phantom artwork for Charlton.We would love to hear from you on what you think of what we discussed in the podcast and we hope you have a great time listening to the podcast. If you would like to buy art from Lou Manna you can either contact him by his website, Facebook or eBay account.You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Another bumper (and long) X-Band: The Phantom Podcast as we look back at the comics and Phantom related news that have come out in October 2021.Mikael Lyck, Ankit Mitra review comics from Sweden and India and are joined by regulars Jermayn Parker, Stephen East and Dan Fraser. If two hours is too long for you, below is a list of topics that was discussed including their time stamps for you to pick and choose. We do recommend listening to the whole podcast though.Frew Publications Comics ReviewsFrew #1902: 2 Minutes"Nest of the Undead" by Pidde Andersson and Joan BoixGrey Malkin Part 4 and 5: 10 Minutesby Glenn Lumsden and Jason PaulosFrew #1903: 17 Minutes 30 Seconds"The Prisoner of the Golden Cage" by Claes Reimerthi, Joan Boix, Rafael Ruiz, and Coral MartínezFrew #1904: 31 Minutes115: “Wambo the Gambler“ by Lee Falk and by Wilson McCoy114: “The White Monkey” by Lee Falk and by Wilson McCoy113: “The Governors Family” by Lee Falk and by Wilson McCoyGiant Size #18: 35 Minutes"Scorpius: Judgement Day" by Shane FoleyFantomen Comics ReviewsFantomen 20/2021: 43 Minutes"Befria Avaria!" ("The Free Avar Front") by Tony DePaul and Jeff Weigel"Monumentet" ("The Ghost Wall") by Tony De Paul, George Olesen, and Keith WilliamsFantomen 21/2021: 46 Minutes"Lätta pengar" ("Easy Money") by Michael Tierres and Georges BessFantomen 22-23/2021: 49 Minutes"Spionskeppet" ("The Spy Ship‎") by Tony DePaul and Jeff Weigel"Hanta-Häxan" ("The Hanta Witch‎") by Lee Falk and Sy Barry"Heloise" ("The Name‎") by Lee Falk and Sy Barry"Halloweenligan" ("The Halloween Kidnappers") by Claes Reimerthi, George Olesen, and Keith WilliamsFantomen 2021 Softcover: 53 Minutes"Slavstaden" ("The Slave Market of Mucar") by Lee Falk and Sy Barry"Den grymma Samaris" ("Queen Samaris XII") by Lee Falk and Bill Lignante"Den gyllene strandens gåta" ("The Golden Sands of Keela-Wee") by Lee Falk and Sy Barry"Mysteriet med de fyra lejonen" ("The Lions of Kukhan") by Lee Falk and Sy Barry"Djungelolympiaden" ("Jungle Olympics") by Lee Falk and Sy BarryRegal Publishers Comics #16, #17 & #18: 59 MinutesPhantom issue #16"The Jungle Trek" by Tony De Paul and Paul Ryan"The Scoundrel" by Tony De Paul and Paul RyanPhantom issue #17 (Claes Reimerthi tribute issue)"The Snake Goddess's Island" by Claes Reimerthi and Graham Nolan"The Lion's Head Tamarine" by Claes Reimerthi and Graham NolanPhantom issue #18"The Halloween Kidnappers" by Claes Reimerthi, George Olesen, and Keith Williams"The Challenge" by Tony DePaul and Paul RyanNo video review of the FanSupport the show

Fantomen editor Andreas Eriksson joins us in episode #201. He introduces himself, his role and how its different to past editor Mikael Sol (His interview in episode #116).After that Andreas goes through what we readers can expect for Fantomen 2022 which includes a new publication released in the first half of next year plus many more tid bits that should excite every reader and phan. One of the cool things was that some past creators will be back - who would you like to see return creating stories for Fantomen?We in total over 20 questions ranging from Sandal Singh, the fatherhood dilemma of Nadir, who will take over from Claes Reimerthi and the Phantoms diversity. If two hours is too long for you, below is a list of topics that was discussed including their time stamps for you to pick and choose:How you became a Phantom phan: 3 MinutesHistory with Fantomen and your past roles: 5 MinutesBlack and white and or colour Fantomen: 16 Minutes 30 SecondsMost favourite story: 18 MinutesTimeline filling in for Mikael Sol in the past: 20 MinutesDifference between Mikael Sols job role and yours: 30 MinutesWhy Sandal Singh is good for the Phantom: 35 MinutesIs Nadir The Phantoms Son?: 40 MinutesWhat is to come in Fantomen? 2022: 44 MinutesWill 2022 be the same amount of issues?: 45 Minutes Will there be the same softcover album and christmas album?: 46 MinutesA new publication for Fantomen 2022: 47 Minutes 30 SecondsThe 22nd Phantom saga: 55 Minutes 30 SecondsA Phantom Bible: 1 Hour 9 MinutesNew Phantom stories for 2022?: 1 Hour 12 MinutesAny new creators?: 1 Hour 24 MinutesThe 1000th Fantomen created story: 1 Hour 28 Minutes 30 SecondsWill you ever publish a whole black and white fantomen comic again?: 1 Hour 31 Minutes 30 Seconds- Who will take over from Claes Reimerthi?: 1 Hour 35 Minutes- We will ever see a return of extras (supplements) in our Fantomen?: 1 Hour 37 Minutes- Does the Phantom need to be more diverse or have more diverse characters?: 1 Hour 40 Minutes- What do you do if there is a continuity issue?: 1 hour 48 Minutes- Process with KFS: 1 Hour 53 Minutes- What do you want your legacy to be?: 1 Hour 55 Minutes- About Jacob Habinc: 2 HoursWe would love to hear from you on what you think of what we discussed with Andreas Eriksson. and we hope you have a great time listening to the podcast. If you want to listen to our past podcast with Andreas 7 years ago in August 2014, click hereYou can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Welcome to our 200th celebration for X-Band: The Phantom Podcast. It has been an amazing ride for the last 8+ years. Chronicle Chamber gives thanks to the past and present hosts in Joe Douglas, Lindsay Walker, Jermayn Parker, Stephen East, Dan Fraser and Matt Kyme along with our many correspondents including Mikael Lyck and Ankit Mitra. To celebrate the 200th, our patreons were invited to chat with the newspaper adventure creators Tony DePaul, Mike Manley and Jeff Weigel. What followed was an amazing two hour chat were they got to field questions to the newspaper creators.Some of the highlights includes Tony gives us a clue of stories a year in the future including us seeing how the 21st Phantom dies (again) which you can listen and watch in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #196A, the return of the Temple of the Gods on Eden plus a story that was directed by Jeffs keen interest in African heritage. Below is a list of topics that was discussed including their time stamps:3 Minutes: Welcome to the guests8 Minutes: What does Tony's, Mikes and Jeffs normal day look like?14 Minutes: The love of drawing16 Minutes: How Tony DePaul got connected with the Phantom, Ulf Granberg and Egmont17 Minutes 30 Seconds: Tony DePaul's history with the Phantom19 Minutes 30 Seconds: The Lore and has Tony ever had any stories rejected or changed?23 Minutes: Has Jeff and or Mike had anything changed by KFS?29 Minutes: Possibly why Tony has never had anything changed by KFS33 Minutes: Inconsistency of the Phantom strip 35 Minutes: Interactions and process between the three creators 37 Minutes: Mike shows us example of script from Tony, Daily originals39 Minutes: Mike talking about props and references including showing us one he brought.42 Minutes 30 Seconds: Jeff talking on the time it takes for him to draw a strip45 Minutes: Jeff talks about that special project for Frew.47 Minutes 30 Seconds: Jeff as the "canary in the coal mine"48 Minutes: Mike talking on the time it takes for him to draw a strip52 Minutes: Mike talks about working with Al Williamson55 Minutes: Gurans hat and being respecful to Bengallans57 Minutes: Jeff Weigels New Sunday Story Theme1 Hour, Minutes: Colonel Weeks and his retirement1 Hour, 4 Minutes: Zippa Tone, Colouring the strips and the lack of handover1 Hour 20 minutes: Extremes the creators go to creating our strips1 Hour 23 Minutes: Phans compared to other fans and their legacy to the Phantom1 Hour 33 Minutes: Pressure of the strip1 Hour 37 Minutes: The official Phantom colour1 Hour 39 Minutes: Restrictions of the strip1 Hour 43 Minutes: fav or phun stories worked on 1 Hour 50 Minutes: The Phantom is not Batman2 Hour: When is the 21st Phantom going to die?2 Hour 6 Minutes: Patreon DrawWe would love to hear from you on what you think of what we discussed with Tony DePaul, Jeff Weigel and Mike Manley. and we hope you have a great time listening to the podcast. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your feedback at Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

Jason Paulos, is one of the most prolific Frew creators and we have not had him on since 2016 in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #65 when we where introduced to the Phantom by Gaslight series.We learn all about Jason including his history of comic creation including great stories of receiving a photocopy of art from Glenn Lumsden (Glenns Podcast Interview) as a kid and photocopying his first comics while stuck in an office job.One of the interesting parts was when Jason showed us an A3 folder full of unpublished Phantom stories. Some of the other topics we talk about during the 95 minute podcast are:His love for black and white comicsHow to draw not to rely on colourHow he grew up on horror and DC comics in suburban BrisbaneHis relationship with Glenn Ford and Glenn LumsdenHow Jason returned a story back to FrewHis views on story telling His views on the American v European panels on page argumentHow comics should be an escapism Jason Paulos' process on drawing, lettering and colouring his comicsAbout The Gray Malkin Gaslight storyOne other topic is that Jason is after feedback from phans on his Frew #1883 "The Poor People's Plague" story. If you would like to purchase artwork from him you can go to his website and or Facebook and contact him which page your after.We would love to hear from you on what you think of what we discussed with Jason Paulos. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your ideas: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Please note that the video (hosted on YouTube) is not the best quality as Jason was having some technical difficulties and maybe not for delicate ears with a few F and S Bombs dropped occasionally. Support the show

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the 1996 Phantom movie being released we hold a phan commentary on the movie. This podcast is released on the day the movie was released in Australia.Come and join us as we watch and talk about the movie. We would love to hear from you on what you think of what we discussed during this phan commentary. Do you have a solution on how you could change the skulls of Touganda? You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your ideas: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

We manage to get the podcast under two hours as we review 6 weeks of comics from Frew Publications and Fantomen by regulars Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser and Stephen East with input by Mikael Lyck and Ankit Mitra. plus all the latest Phantom news from around the world across five continents with new comics from around the world, items to buy for Christmas, a new kickstarter campaign to follow plus much more.Stephen East goes on a long run up to digest the three part saga of the "The Secret Theatre" saga. Did you enjoy the saga?Make sure you listen / watch all the way to the end to hear Jason Paulos' song and do not forget to get that music video created.Please make sure you share, like and leave a comment on our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram as well as our YouTube Channel. If you only want to listen to specific reviews of the comics and or news, we have included a timeline for you to follow. Enjoy!Frew PublicationsFrew 1899, 1900 & 1901 (1 Minute 30 Seconds)"The Secret Theatre, Part 1: The Man with the Silver Nose" by Claes Reimerthi and Kari Leppänen"The Secret Theatre, Part 2: Shakespeare in Venice" by Claes Reimerthi and Kari Leppänen"The Secret Theatre, Part 3: The Final Performance" by Claes Reimerthi and Kari Leppänen"The Riddle of the Grey Malkin, Part 1, 2 & 3" by Glenn Lumsden and Jason Paulos (23 Minutes)Kid Phantom #10 (30 Minutes)"Love Letter" by Andrew Constant and Paul Mason"Muiran" by E.J. Holden and Wellington DiazFantomenFantomen 18 & 19/2021 (45 Minutes 30 Seconds)    "Gränsfloden" ("?") by Claes Reimerthi and Kari Leppänen"Grodmanspiraterna" ("The Toad Men") by Lee Falk and Wilson McCoy"Juvelkuppen" ("The Shoplifters") by Lee Falk and Wilson McCoy"Dimmornas barn" ("Children of the Fog") by Dai Darell and Georges BessDaily & Sunday Story ProgressSunday: "The Visitor" by Tony DePaul and Jeff Weigel  (48 Minutes 30 Seconds)Daily: "To Wrack and Ruin at Gravelines" by Tony DePaul and Mike Manley (56 Minutes)The Latest Phantom NewsNews from Frew (link) (1 Hour 6 Minutes)Regal and Shakti Situation (Including video from Ankit Mitra) (1 Hour 12 Minutes)Phantom Card Game Extension Pack (Including video from Mikael Lyck) (link) (1 Hour 20 Minutes 30 Seconds)Hermes Press printing The Mandrake newspaper stories (link) (1 Hour 24 Minutes)New Comic Kingdom Products (link ) (1 Hour 25 Minutes 30 Seconds)Editions Dante Publishing a Regular Series (Support the show

During our recording of our 200th podcast with our patreons and newspaper creators Tony DePaul, Mike Manley and Jeff Weigel, Tony was asked about the 21st Phantoms death.Not only did he answer but he talked about the current daily newspaper story "To Wrack and Ruin at Gravelines" and how it will show the DEATH OF THE 21ST PHANTOM.Because it was such an amazing 15 minute chat we decided to cut it out of the 200th podcast and present it together in a separate stand alone mini podcast. We hope you enjoy it!Did you pick up on the fork in the narrative?We would love to hear from you on what you think of what Tony DePaul said in the mini podcast. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your ideas: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

After reading disappointing stories from various publishers and then asking King Features Syndicate about their Phantom bible in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast #191 the boys at Chronicle Chamber (Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser, Stephen East & Mikael Lyck) have decided to take matters in their own hands and start the discussion.We talk about why its important to lift the standard of the poorer stories from some publishers who do not have a grasp of our hero. After that we each discuss our top 5 Phantom elements that need to be in any bible.There is a lot of crossover between the boys which can only be a good thing that even with a wide range of their Phantom backgrounds they can still agree on what elements need to be in every Phantom story.Each of the boys top 5 elements for the bible are listed below. We also go over some other elements that creators, phriends and some of our patreons also believe are important.Stephen East's top 4The Phantom Oath The Phantom Outfit & RingsYou Cannot see the Eyes of The PhantomThe Phantom is Highly Jungle trainedMikael Lyck's top 5The Phantom OathThe Phantom Outfit & RingsThe Phantom Is a Justice Hero The Humour elementThe Phantoms World ie: Skull Cave, Bandar, Deep WoodsDan Fraser's top 5The Phantom OathThe Phantom Outfit & RingsLegend of the PhantomThe Phantoms World ie: Skull Cave, Bandar, Deep WoodsOld Jungle SayingsJermayn Parker's top 4The Phantom OathLegend of the PhantomOld Jungle SayingsThe Phantom Outfit & RingsWe would love to hear from you on what you think of the Phantom bible idea, is it needed in your opinion? What would you include in it? Have we missed anything?. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles with your ideas: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Jermayn Parker and Dan Fraser with input by regulars Mikael Lyck, Stephen East and Ankit Mitra review all the latest Phantom news and comics from around the world across five continents. We review comics from Frew Publications, Regal Publications and Fantomen plus spend time discussing a big month of Phantom news of new publishers and comics to come in the near future, new items to buy plus some new dates for Supanova events in Australia for the back end of 2021. Frew also drop a huge hint for a potential Christmas present.We also touch upon the sad passing of Claes Reimerthi which we go into more detail and reflection in our X-Band: The Phantom Podcast Episode #194.Please make sure you share, like and leave a comment on our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram as well as our YouTube Channel. If you only want to listen to specific reviews of the comics and or news, we have included a timeline for you to follow. Enjoy!Frew PublicationsFrew 1896 (4 Minutes)"Rotten Apples" by Duncan Munro and Jeff WeigelFrew 1897 (25 Minutes 30 Seconds)"Fishers of Pearls" by Lee Falk and Ray Moore"The Maharajah's Daughter" part 2 by Lee Falk and Wilson McCoy"The Maharajah's Daughter" part 1 by Lee Falk and Wilson McCoyFrew 1898 (30 Minutes 30 Seconds)“The Messengers of the Jungle” by Donne Avenell and Georges Bess Regal PublishersRegal #13 (46 Minutes 30 Seconds)"Temple of the Gods, Part 1: The U-Boat Mystery" by Tony DePaul, George Olesen, Keith Williams, and Paul Ryan"Temple of the Gods, Part 2: Return to Eden" by Tony DePaul and Paul RyanRegal #14 (50 Minutes 30 Seconds)"Woduro's Secret" by Claes Reimerthi and Graham Nolan"The Viking Fortress Mystery" by Tony DePaul and Graham NolanRegal #15 (53 Minutes 30 Seconds)"The Ghost Wall" by Tony De Paul, George Olesen, and Keith Williams"The Crime Apprentices" by Tony De Paul and Paul RyanFantomenFantomen 16/2021 (57 Minutes 40 Seconds)"Nosferatus hämnd" by Claes Reimerthi and Janusz OrdonFantomen 17/2021 (59 Minutes 30 Seconds)"Den förbjudna skogen" ("The Llongo Forest") by Tony DePaul and Mike ManleyDaily / Sunday Stories Sunday: "The Visitor" (1 Hour)Daily: "To Wrack and Ruin at Gravelines" 1 Hour 17 Minutes 30 SecondsPhantom NewsNews from Frew (1 hour 27 minutes)7 Foot Phantom (link) (1 hour 34 minutes)2020 Best Fantomen Cover Announced (link) (1 hour 37 Minutes 30 Seconds)Classic Phantom NECA Figurine Announced (link)  (1 hour 41 Minutes)Claes Reimerthi Passing (link) & memorial podcast (Support the show

Every Phantom phan was devastated when they heard the news of Claes Reimerthi passing on the 23 of July 2021. Please read our obituary on the legacy of Claes Reimerthi.On the podcast the boys (Jermayn Parker, Dan Fraser, Mikael Lyck & Stephen East) spend 90 minutes talking about the great man and his imprint on our hero, The Phantom. We discuss our lasting memory of Claes and what we think his legacy will be. Other topics are:Our favourite characters he created or developed like: Miss Mist, Lubanga, Sandal Singh, The Butterfly Man and Dogai SinghWho takes over from Claes writing the 22nd Phantom ongoing saga?We never had the chance to have Claes as a guest on our podcast but you can read an interview with from 2008 here.If you would like to contribute to a memorial compilation podcast / video, please submit them to [email protected] the podcast we talk about a lot of stories, arcs, characters etc. Below is a list of every story with the Frew and Fantomen publication issue for you to either dig out and read or hunt down a copy. Enjoy!The Rose of Cairo Part 1922168614/1987The Rose of Cairo Part 2923168715/1987The Count of Bengali11053/1995Kronika 2/1998The Prodigal Son12929/2001Kronika 1/2006In a Strange Land1332133319/200220/2002Kronika 1/2006Patrolman Aurora157214/2010The Triads10961097109810991100Trade Paperback #319/199420/199421/199422/199423/1994Kronika 5-6/2000The Pugilist178721/1996Kronika 4/2000Christmas Album 2015The Phantom- Man or Myth?142011/2005The Butterfly Man180521/2017Heart of Darkness1739 - 18684/1994 - 26/1996Kronika 5/2008-2/2009Election Saga107910804/19945/1994Black Glove898-89918414&5/1985Kronika 4/1994 & 1/1995Kronika Band 2 & 3Deadly Infection89016/1986Kronika 1/2007Death in the East End95195295316/198717/198718/1987Duel on Destiny Top1118111913/199514/1995Worubu’s Secret12028/1998First Phantom105125/1984Kronika 6/20012050127621/2000Year One1390-139617/2004-22/200422nd Phantom17921793179416/201621/20162-3/2017Please make sure you share, like and leave a comment on our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram as well as our YouTube Channel. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Glenn Lumsden is a very popular Australian artist who first drew comics in Australia back in the 1970's. He was one of the first Australian artists to draw a full length Phantom story, has worked for several American comic companies including DC and Marvel. Some of the topics we touch upon are:History of the Marvel Phantom series including the amazing lengths he went to to get it right including mapping out the whole car chase and even his trip to Africa.History on comics from the 1930s to current.History on comics in Australia and who he worked with for several decades.His history with Glenn Ford and who he looked like in the 70's and 80's.His Giant Size coversThe Phantom and crossovers with other Frew Giant Size characters including the next story he is working on.The Phantom by Gaslight and the next installment.Being a mentor to other creators.His love for gray and the Phantom's fashion being like "Harry Highpants".You will not be disappointed in listening to this close to two hour chat.Please make sure you share, like and leave a comment on our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram as well as our YouTube Channel. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Support the show

Dan Fraser and Jermayn Parker continue the podcast with #192B discussing all the news from May and June 2021. This follows the comics from May and June 2021 which can be found here.At the end of the podcast after discussing the news, we talk to Ankit Mitra who is a Chronicle Chamber contributor but also a cover artist for Regal Publishers. He talks about Regal and their struggles gaining a foot hold in the India market with COVID still reeking havoc in the country.Please make sure you share, like and leave a comment on our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram as well as our YouTube Channel. If you only want to listen to specific reviews of the comics and or stories, we have included a timeline for you to follow. Enjoy!Card Game Extention Pack - 2 MinutesNew Phantom art Exhibitions - 9 MinutesLFMBEC & Supanova Sydney - 12 MinutesMelbourne & Perth postponed - 16 MinutesWulfric Media New Headwear for sale - 18 MinutesChat with Ankit Mitra - 27 MinutesIf you have ever wanted to do your own Chronicle Chamber reviews we are looking for any French / Canadian fans who have a copy and can review the latest Editions Dante TPB as well as anyone who can review the PNG Shields and Mallon Diary. We are also still on the look out for a Brazilian fan who can review all the new Mythos Phantom comics.Please email us at [email protected] if you are interested.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

With the team at Chronicle Chamber releasing other topical podcasts it meant the normal practice of a comics and news podcast once a month did not happen. Here we present a review of the comics from May and June.We also discuss the latest happenings with the Sunday and Daily newspaper stories. If you only want to listen to specific reviews of the comics and or stories, we have included a timeline for you to follow. Enjoy!Frew PublicationsFrew 1892 (4 Minutes 30 Seconds)"Diana and the Heartbreaker Gang" by Matt Kyme and Shane FoleyFrew 1893 (11 Minutes 30 Seconds)"Triumph of Evil" by Joe Gill and Don Newton  "Forever" by Andrew Constant and Massimo GamberiFrew 1894 (34 Minutes)"The Rhodian Column" by Tony DePaul and Mike ManleyFrew 1895 (47 Minutes 30 Seconds)"The Drummer of Timpenni" by Lee Falk and Sy Barry"Revenge of the Drummer" by Norman Worker and Knut Westad"Revolt in the Jungle" by José Menezes, Walmir Amaral, and Wanderley Mayhé"Legacy of the Drummer" by Andrew Constant and Angelo TodaroGiant Size 17 (1 Hour 9 Minutes)"The Game" by Lee Falk, Bill Harris, and Bill Lignante Daily / Sunday Stories Sunday: "The Visitor" (1 Hour 20 Minutes)Daily: "Hello to the Himalayas" (1 Hour 25 Minutes 30 Seconds)Daily: "To Wrack and Ruin at Gravelines" 1 Hour 34 Minutes)Fantomen (1 Hour 42 Minutes)Fantomen 10-11/2021"Kolonnen från Rhodia" ("The Rhodian Column") by Tony dePaul and Mike Manley"Oavslutade affärer" ("Unfinished Business") by Tony dePaul and Mike Manley"Den galna elefanten" ("The Rogue Elephant") by Lee Falk and Sy BarryFantomen 12/2021"Requiem" ("Requiem") by Pidde Andersson and Wendell Cavalcanti"Diamantmysteriet" ("The Diamond Mystery") by Lee Falk and Özcan EralpFantomen 13/2021"Legenden om Djungelpatrullen" ("The Founding of the Jungle Patrol") by Lee Falk and Sy Barry"Elefantkyrkogården" ("The Elephant's Graveyard") by Özcan EralpFantomen 14-15/2021"Det odödliga lejonet" ("The Phantom Lion") Tony DePaul and Paul Ryan"Förbannelsen" ("The Curse") by Dai Darell and Özcan Eralp"Diana i Djungelpatrullen" ("Diana in the Jungle Patrol") by Magnus Knutsson and Jaime VallvéMake sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

Every since we started this website and the X-Band: The Phantom Podcast one of the most common questions we have received is when will we get to hear from someone from King Features and or Hearst? It has always been a goal for us as we ourselves had a million and one questions that we wanted to ask. After 200 podcasts we got the chance and while we did not get to ask them all, we spent 90 minutes racing through as many questions as possible. A huge thanks must go to Tea Fougner who is the comics editor for the Phantom plus 60 other comic titles. She was great in answering as many questions as possible and some were not easy to answer. A brief list of the questions we asked in no particular order are:What is the approval process of new stories from Tony DePaul, Egmont and Frew Publishers?Is there a Phantom bible?Will we ever see a new Phantom TV Show and or Movie?The process from KFS point of view of the Matt Kyme and Shane Foley "Diana and the Heartbreakers Gang" story in Frew #1892.The Phantom and cross over stories with The Raven, Sir Falcon, Flash Gordon, Defenders of the Earth etcMoonstone  verses Dynamite Entertainment.What is the target audience of the Phantom?Targeting the next generation.The 100th Anniversary of The Phantom.It must be noted that she did choose not to answer one question but you will have to listen and or watch the podcast to find out which one.She also went over the history of King Features and Hearst and how they relate to our hero, the Phantom.As always the video will show slides, art examples and props as we discuss the Phantom. The audio only version is attached if you prefer that method. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

*This is the 200th episode actually published.In Frew 1893, Dudley Hogarth the Frew publisher in his Message from the Publisher suggested that the short story "The Future Phantom: Forever" may be worth a podcast. We listened and here is our thoughts of the 8 page story by Andrew Constant and Massimo Gamberi. To begin with we go over every story and future Phantom which includes the 27th from the Defenders of the Earth TV Show, the 24th from the Phantom 2040 TV Show and a host of others from publishers like Fantomen and Dynamite Entertainment. Andrew also joins us and we go over the story with him.What began as a 40 minute planned podcast has turned into a 80 minute discussion between Andrew Constant and the team (Jermayn Parker, Stephen East and Dan Fraser).Where do you sit with this story? Did you like it? Do you want to see more? We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Andrew also drops a massive exclusive in the podcast on a new story he is working on at the moment. It is worth mentioning that there is the occasional swear word in this podcast - parental guidance is recommended. As always the video will show slides, art examples and props as we discuss the Phantom. The audio only version is attached if you prefer that method. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. As we touch upon the future phantoms we drop upon a few past X-Band: The Phantom Podcast's. If you want to dig those out, the links are:Episode #154: Rick Hoberg DotE Art Director Episode #173: Thom Schillinger, Phantom 2040 Art Director Episode #176: Tim Boyle Writer of the 2010 Phantom Legacy movie Episode #186: Ben Raab, Moonstone & Fantomen Writer Episode #126: Alex Saviuk Support the show

If you love classic Lee Falk, Wilson McCoy and Ray Moore, this is a must listen (or watch) Podcast as we chat with two Australian creators whose work is heavily influenced by their legendary work.Frew #1892 was released May 6 2021 and features the second Phantom story by Matt Kyme. His first Phantom story was solely created by him. For this second story Shane Foley was brought in by Frew Publications to ink and enhance the original art.If you are wondering why Shane was brought on to this story you simply have to listen and or watch to this podcast. We chat to both creators and listen to the story on how this story was originally rejected by King Features. We then learn of the lengths Frew, Matt and Shane went through to ensure the story was published and enjoyed by us phans.The podcast is close to two hours long and you may be wondering what we discussed for two hours? Along with the dissection of the "Diana and the Heartbreakers Gang" story in great detail we chat about Wilson McCoy and Ray Moore classic stories. Again if you love those stories, you need to listen to this podcast.If your watching, Shane shows his original artwork and we compare many panels that are influenced directly by McCoy and Moore.As always the video will show slides, art examples and props as we discuss the Phantom. The audio only version is attached if you prefer that method. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

Anthony Spay's first story appeared in the 2019 Fantomen Christmas album and in no time he has seven completed stories to his credit. In this episode Mikael Lyck joins Jermayn Parker as we go over each of his stories and learn interesting things about Anthony like how he got the job at both Frew and Fantomen. Anthony is one of two artists you have created new stories for both publishers - the other is Joan Boix. Is there anyone else we have missed?Anthony Spay before his work for Fantomen and Frew has credits for Zenoscope Entertainment, Marvel and DC. If you would like to keep track of his work we recommend visiting his Instagram social media profile.As always the video will show slides, art examples and props as we discuss the Phantom. The audio only version is attached if you prefer that method. Make sure you subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and want to know your answers to our questions. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

We are back to a shorter comics and news podcast this month. Due to timing there isn't a Regal Publishers comic to review but Mikael Lyck is joined by regulars Dan Fraser and Jermayn Parker in reviewing the latest comics and news from Australia Sweden and around the world.Latest ComicsFrew 1889 & 1890: 3 Minutes, 30 SecondsFrew 1891: 19 MinutesFantomen 8/2021: 29 Minutes, 30 SecondsFantomen 9/2021: 32 Minutes, 30 SecondsLatest NewsNew Fantomen Editor Team Member (link): 35 MinutesBest Fantomen Story Results for 2020 (link): 35 Minutes, 30 SecondsShipping Update for the Card Game (link): 35 Minutes, 40 SecondsReflections on the 2021 85th Anniversary Mallon Diary (link): 44 MinutesThe LFMBEC Dinner & Sydney Mecca Weekend (link): 49 MinutesHint of a new Frew Product Coming Out Soon: 53 Minutes, 30 SecondsNew Fantomen writer (link): 59 Minutes, 30 SecondsNew French Publisher (link): 1 Hour, 3 MinutesFantomen Softcover Album for 2021 (link): 1 Hour, 6 Minutes & 30 SecondsWe want to know from our listeners if you want us to review the newspaper stories as they finish in the newspaper or when they are published in a Frew and or Fantomen comic.If you have ever wanted to do your own Chronicle Chamber reviews we are looking for any French / Canadian fans who have a copy and can review the latest Editions Dante TPB as well as anyone who can review the PNG Shields and Mallon Diary. We are also still on the look out for a Brazilian fan who can review all the new Mythos Phantom comics.Please email us at [email protected] if you are interested.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

We are joined by past Phantom Team Fantomen & Moonstone writer, Ben Raab who wrote 23 Phantom stories over a decade between 1999 and 2009.Some of his stories include the popular "The Spear of Destiny" saga, "The Hero", "The Invisible Phantom" which won Norwegian best story in 2001, the first team we see Kit and Heloise as the joint 22nd Phantom in "The First Assignment" for Team Fantomen. After Egmont he wrote several classic stories for Moonstone including the first two graphic novels "The Ghost Killer" and "The Singh Web" which was his adaption of the 1996 movie along with classic stories exploring the mythos of the Phantom in "Curse of the Phantom", "The Aviatrix" and "Legacy".Eager phans may know that Ben Raab has been making waves in Hollywood since with writing credits for "Warehouse 13", "Flash", "Arrow" and currently "Legacies". So obviously we end the podcast talking about how he would write a Phantom TV show series. One of the questions we ask is could the Phantom exist being a hero in Africa in a TV show with a possible white saviour label being used against him? Ben also tells us how he would write a Phantom TV show.As always the video will show slides, art examples and props as we discuss the Phantom. The audio only version is attached if you prefer that method. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and want to know your answers to our questions. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

It may be only be a month since our last comics and news podcast but with 11 comics out around the world, Claes Reimerthi retiring, board and card games, wall banners plus much more news to discuss the podcast originally went for 3 hours so we decided to split it into two podcasts. Hopefully it makes the podcast more palatable and enjoyable. This is episode 185B and where we focus on all the Phantom news from the last 5-6 weeks. There is a lot. In X-Band: The Phantom Podcast Episode 185A Mikael Lyck our Swedish correspondent went into detail why Claes Reimerthi decision to retire is a big deal. We agree and pick off from there.Latest NewsClaes Reimerthi Retiring (link): 1 Minute 30 SecondsFantomen Editor Easter Eggs (link): 9 MinutesCard Game Arrived (Review link): 12 MinutesBoard Game Update (Review link): 24 Minutes 30 Seconds2021 Mallon Diary (Preview link): 41 MinutesNECA DotE Figurines (Where you can buy them): 48 Minutes 30 SecondsBoss Fight Studio Figurines (Where you can buy them): 55 Minutes 30 SecondsIkon Collectibles Wall Banner (link): 1 Hour, 1 MinuteSerbian Comic with Phantom on cover (link): 1 Hour, 6 MinutePNG Shields Coffee Table Book (link): 1 Hour, 7 Minutes 30 SecondsSydney Comic Con (link): 1 Hour, 10 Minutes 30 SecondsLFMBEC 2021 Dinner confirmed: 1 Hour, 15 Minutes 30 SecondsSupport Phantomwiki (link): 1 Hour, 20 Minutes 30 SecondsIf you want an extra motivation to listen, we have included a key word for a prize. Full instructions and the key word in the podcast.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

It may be only be a month since our last comics and news podcast but with 11 comics out around the world, Claes Remierthi retiring, board and card games, wall banners plus much more news to discuss the podcast originally went for 3 hours so we decided to split it into two podcasts. Hopefully it makes the podcast more palatable and enjoyable. We will release Episode 185B News in a weeks time.Comic ReviewsFrew PublicationsFrew 1886, 1887 & 1888 (Vulture Saga): 4 MinutesRevenge of the Vultures (Frew 1888): 24 MinutesThe Phantom in Vietnam (Frew 1886 & 1887): 30 MinutesFrew TPB 4: 40 MinutesRegal ComicsRegal #7: 1 Hour, 9 MinutesRegal #8: 1 Hour, 9 MinutesRegal #9: 1 Hour, 19 MinutesRegal #10: 1 Hour, 19 MinutesFantomenFantomen 5/2020: 1 Hour, 27 Minutes & 30 SecondsFantomen 6-7/2020: 1 Hour, 29 Minutes & 30 SecondsMake sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

We are joined by past Phantom Sunday artist, Terry Beatty who drew the Phantom in the KFS Sunday newspaper strip between the dates of January 29, 2012 and the last one on May 7, 2017.He drew 9 complete stories and 2 part stories including gems like "Mandrake's Bon Voyage", "Death Stalks the 5th Phantom" and "The Shadows of Rune Noble". Terry is part of the exclusive club that both drew The Phantom and Batman, only the third credited artist to draw both the Phantom and Mandrake in a newspaper story and the last artist to draw the Phantom after legendary artist Fred Fredericks retired.This is a phun episode as we go through Terry's career including his Australian trip as a guest of the Australian chapter of the LFMBEC. As always the video will show slides, art examples and props as we discuss the Phantom. The audio only version is attached if you prefer that method. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and want to know your answers to our questions. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

HAPPY BIRTHDAY FREW CREW!!! Tuesday 23 February we celebrated 5 years of the Frew Crew releasing their first comic and we discussed what they have done throughout the years. Plus we will try and play Nostradamus on what we think they will do in the future.Tale of the tapeAfter Jim Shepherd's death in April 2013, Judith and their son Stephen stepped in and kept the title alive. Stephen introduced a number of initiatives, such as the Frew website, purchased a license for the posters and brought in the infamous Replica Series. Stephen also started the process of improving the covers.In 2014 Dudley Hogarth came in to replace Stephen. Then in December 2015 Judith signed off and after almost two months of no Frew comics, Frew issue 1745  was released on 23 February 2016. It has been often described, particularly by members of Chronical chamber, as a Frew-naissance ever since.The Frew Crew are:Glenn Ford: Co-Director Rene White: Co-DirectorDudley Hogarth: PublisherSha Hua: Production CoordinatorFrank Schultz: Production ManagerIssues per Year Frew released are:2016: 282017: 362018: 422019: 382020: 34Key milestones of each year2016Colour (1748), first of heaps of Spada comics (1753), kiwi covers, 80th anniversary (1763), christmas album colour/theme (1772), Signature Series, Supanova stall and accompanying Supanova jam cover  (1755) and posters Pholio series, Frew Crew badges2017Kid Phantom, Phantom’s World stand alone, Gaslight, Giant Size, first TPB, first themed annual (1774), Triptych cover (1792-4) and then poster, Phantom Universe cards and folder, Phile cards and folder (1775), sketch cover2018Frew 70th (1820), sequel/prequel stories to classics (Sin 1813) and Frew 70th, TPB 2, Kid Phantom Kollection2019War annual (1830), 1850 (Matt Kyme), 1852 (colour daily and BZ on cover), Frew trading cards, Jam story printed (1855), first graphic novel, Frew games boardgame kickstarter, Phantom Adventures Collection and door poster2020Kid Phantom & PW cancelled, TPB #3 out, Comixology2021 (so far)Frew Games boardgame released, TPB #4 out, We then asked a heap of questions:What has been the THREE best things they have doneWhat has been the THREE worst things they have doneIf Frew Crew were to end tomorrow, what would be their lasting legacy?Which has been your top THREE moments with Frew?What’s been your favourite Frew product?What’s been your favourite Frew comic/tpb?Looking into the future. What is the next step for Frew?If you were to join Frew, what would you do?What's your Best Frew year?Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and want to know your answers to our questions. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!It is The Phantoms 85th Birthday - on this day back in 1936, something amazing happened with the debut of a comic strip in the newspapers that has changed the world and many peoples lives. We at Chronicle Chamber have celebrated the birthday by talking about each of the decades in detail and going over what we believe are the key moments through out the Phantoms history.Have a listen and tell us what you agree with and do not agree with. Have we missed any key dates or moments? We would love to hear back from you. Here are a few moments we discussed in the podcast. The video will have images showing the dates.1930'sOath of The Phantom, Comics being published around the world, strong character development, top stories, world wide appeal.1940'sWW2, Frew Publications, Wilson McCoy and Alfred Bester filling in for Lee Falk and Ray Moore, First mainstream merchandise, serial featuring Tom Tyler, the first engagement, Mr Walker alias, love interests from other characters to Diana and The Phantom.1950'sHeaps of new countries (Brazil, Sweden, Indonesia, Denmark, Norway etc), Jungle Patrol, the good mark and the Female Phantom were both introduced. Our Phantom was first introduced as the 21st Phantom1960'sSy Barry started on the Daily and Sunday strips, modernisation of the Phantom being moved to Africa and Bengalla becoming independent breaking  from its former colonialism rule. RGE/Semic started creating their own stories. Luaga, General Bababu, Eden, Rex, Whispering Woods, Keela Wee, Phantom Peak and Bomsbay Prison were all introduced.1970'sThe Phantom and Diana finally were married and then had two children. The stories from Sweden had a left lean towards them and emerged as the biggest producer of Phantom stories in the world. Old Man Mozz, Kit and Heloise, Dogai Singh, Mori tribe, Wasaki Tribe, origin of the Bandar friendship, the Dolphins, Hzz and Steggy were all introduced. The 7th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, 13th, 14th, 15th and 18th Phantoms are all introduced to readers also.1980'sJim Shepherd took over Frew and modernised the comic. There was an explosion of merchandise in Australia and Sweden helped by the popularity of the clubs. Comic numbers sold in Brazil, Sweden and Australia all peaked. Defenders of the Earth was introduced. Fantomen Land in Sweden was opened and Frew went from the dominate blue cover to yellow strip top.1990'sThe 1996 Billy Zane movie, Sy Barry retiring and Lee Falk passing away was the big three of the decade. We were also introduced to Lubanaga, perhaps the biggest foe the 21st Phantom has ever dealt with. Fantomen moved to colour and Semic sold their rights to Egmont. Unfortunately with Lee Falk nearing his end and Sy barry retiring the newspaper stories hit an all time low. We also saw the 2040 Phantom TV show.2000'sMoonstone started publishing comics, Ulf Granberg was instrumental is saving the newspaper strips existence with Cleas Remeirthi and Tony DePaul. Continue decline in Egmont and Frew sales. Introduction of Sandal Singh and the Python as major arch nemeses to the 21st Phantom.2010'sEnd of an era with Ulf Granberg retiring and Jim Shepherd passing away. Frew Crew picked up the mantle and ran with it. Kid Phantom and Fantomen Kids started. Introduction to the Nomad and numerous swapping of newspaper artists. A bigger focus on Australian created content.We then discussed our favourite decades and had a go at predicting what we believe will be key moments throughout the 2020's.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube ChanSupport the show

It may be only be a month since our last comics and news podcast but with a heap of news and four comics to review there is plenty to talk about. Who are we kidding? We love chatting Phantom and you love listening to us - its a perfect match.As some may only want to listen to parts of the podcast, we have included a time stamp of each topic. Either way, I hope you enjoy the podcast. We have also included links to each piece of news so if you want more information you can click the links.The Frew 2021 annual has received a lot of negative feedback on social media. We discuss our thoughts including a response from the Frew Crew themselves and what the Frew 2022 annual may look like - they also want our feedback on what we want included with the annual. Make sure you listen to the podcast to hear some suggestions.Comic ReviewsFrew PublicationsFrew 1884: 3 MinutesFrew 1885: 29 MinutesFantomenFantomen 2-3/2020: 37 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen 4/2020: 41 MinutesPhantom NewsCard Game Update (link to read more): 43 Minutes 30 SecondsAndreas Eriksson new Fantomen editor (link to read more): 44 MinutesBoard Game Update (link to read more): 53 Minutes 30 Seconds2021 Mallon Diary (link to read more): 59 MinutesBoss Fight Studio Wave 1.5 (link to read more): 1 Hour 30 SecondsPeter Richman Passing (link to read more): 1 Hour 9 MinutesHermes Phantom DC Series Announcement (link to read more): 1 Hour 11 MinutesNew German Series (link to read more): 1 Hour 18 MinutesNECA Defenders of the Earth Update: 1 Hour, 22 Minutes 30 SecondsMake sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Our next podcast is one to remember - stay tuned.We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or chat with us via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. EDIT: Worth noting that there has been THREE Frew created stories published by Egmont. Thanks for the correction.Hero Complex published by FantometJungle Love and Errand of Mercy published by FantomenSupport the show

Are Frew readers colourblind? If you like watching your podcasts with props, this will be a podcast to watch on YouTube.To discuss The Phantom & colour in detail we are joined by Kevin Patrick, author of "The Phantom Unmasked: America's First Superhero" and Indian phan Ankit Mitra who reviews the Regal Publishers Phantom comics for us. Together with Jermayn and Dan they discuss The Phantom and colour specifically focusing on the Frew comic published in Australia.We discuss all means of topics including the quality of the product with the colouring in quality, comparing colour styles of DC and Marvel, comparing the paper quality and of course the impact it will mean to the price of the comic.What makes this podcast work is that Ankit and Kevin know what they are talking about having a history of comics outside the Phantom. We touch upon several discussions including the history of Indians comics and why colour is so important to them. Along with Kevin's knowledge of India, he also talked about his research into the Swedish market and even looked at why and what lessons Frew could learn with Swedens and Norways Fantomen and Fantomet change to colour in 1991.To finish the podcast we all answer some final questionsWill colour Frew comics generate new younger readers for the Frew Magazine?Should Frew publish all the comics in colour, keep black and white or do a nice mixture of both?If you were in charge of Frew, what would you do with the colour and black and white mix of comics?If you were in charge of Frew, would you colour newspaper reprint stories?Would you be happy with less Frew comics a year if all in colour?We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode along with your answers to the above questions. You can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Kevin Patrick is an Adjunct Professor with the Department of Communication and Media Studies, Fordham University (Rose Hill, NY). He is an Australian media studies academic and comics historian, who has lived in the United States since 2016.He is the author of "The Phantom Unmasked: America's First Superhero", published by University of Iowa Press (2017) and has been on our X-Band: The Phantom Podcast Episode #83 as he discussed the book and his research. You can follow Kevin at his academia page and his Instagram page.Support the show

Jermayn, Dan, Stephen & Mikael go over their phavourites from around the world for 2020 including the "Frew Best Of 2020" results as held in the survey ran by Chronicle Chamber.It is a bumper podcast just a tick over 2.5 hours but with 100+ comics and products that came out and 12 categories for us to discuss from 2020, it was not an easy task but we managed.First of all we go over the tale of the tape highlighting where each comic, TPB and book came from and comparing it from the previous years and then we go over our favourites. The discussion areas we discussed are:Best non-Frew/Fantomen coverBest Frew CoverFrew Survey Results for Best Frew CoverBest Fantomen CoverBest WriterBest Story ArtistBest Story Published by FrewFrew Survey Results for Best Frew StoryOverall Fantomen Best StoryBest Fantomen IssueBest Frew IssueFrew Survey Results for Best Frew IssueBest Licensed and Unlicensed Merchandise We then finished it off discussing our overall thoughts of 2020 from an overall Phantom perspective and our favourite Chronicle Chamber moment.Our YouTube video includes images and examples of all of the comics, stories and merchandise so if you are a visual person we recommend you watching our video. Otherwise our audio podcast is attached for your pleasure.YOUTUBE LINK: https://youtu.be/xdV5QHy146MAlso a huge thanks to everyone who entered in their phavourites for the Frew survey and a huge shout out to the winners:Frew Crew BadgeDaniella ColomaraNick MolesChronicle Chamber Merchandise SetShaneGlaucio CardosoAdrian WadeAll winners have their prizes sent out to them.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

It may be only be a month since our last comics and news podcast but with a heap of news and four comics to review there is plenty to talk about.As some may only want to listen to parts of the podcast, we have included a time stamp of each topic. Either way, I hope you enjoy the podcast.Comic ReviewsFrew PublicationsFrew 1882: 3 minutesFrew 1883: 32 Minutes 30 SecondsGiant Size 15: 45 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomenFantomen 1/2020: 1 Hour 1 MinutePhantom NewsMikael Sol Stepping Down: 1 Hour 4 Minutes 30 SecondsBest of Frew 2020 Survey: 1 Hour 10 Minutes 30 SecondsNECA Toys Release Date: 1 Hour 15 Minutes 30 SecondsNew Publications from Germany: 1 Hour 25 Minutes 30 SecondsMake sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Our next podcast is one to remember - stay tuned.We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

It is time for some phun to end 2020!We are joined by Callum Markin who is one of our loyal patreons as we let down our hair, put on some silly hats and celebrate Christmas for 2020.We touch upon our best buys for 2020, what we are hinting at with our families for Christmas and what we would like to see come out for 2021 which is the Phantoms 85th anniversary.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

This is a podcast you do not want to miss out on listening to and watch. We had the honour to interview Timothy Boyle (Boiling Point Pictures & On Halloween) who was the writer for a  Phantom feature film that almost made it into production in 2010.In preparation of podcast we where able to read the fifth draft of the script. If you are a patreon supporter of the $5 level or more you will have been given access to read this script. The movie was titled "The Phantom Legacy".What follows is a two hour discussion on the film that never was. We discussed everything about the plot, his meetings with KFS, writers and his time in Hollywood. Perhaps the biggest two questions which we also ask are who was close to playing the Phantom in this movie and why did the movie get cancelled?This is a podcast not to be missed.Make sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

We have not released a comics and news for a while and it shows with an almost three hour long podcast. Stay with us and be prepared to go through several cups of coffee and trips to and from work as we talk about everything from the past couple of months. Luckily Ikon Collectors have just released a new Phantom coffee mug to help you through this bumper podcast.As some may only want to listen to parts of the podcast, we have included a time stamp of each topic. Either way, I hope you enjoy the podcast.Comic ReviewsFrew PublicationsFrew 1877: 4 MinutesFrew 1878: 30 MinutesFrew 1879: 34 Minutes 30 SecondsFrew 1880 & 1881: 44 MinutesRegal Publishers 3 & 4: 1 Hour 18 MinutesFantomenFantomen Softcover Album: 1 Hour 29 MinutesFantomen 2020 Christmas Album: 1 Hour 24 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen 21/2020: 1 Hour 40 MinutesFantomen 22-23/2020: 1 Hour 42 MinutesFantomen 24/2020: 1 Hour 43 MinutesFantomen 25-26/2020: 1 Hour 45 Minutes 30 SecondsPhantom NewsBoard Game Update: 1 Hour 55 MinutesOnline Phan Catch Up: 1 Hour 59 MinutesCrooked Dice games Miniature Pieces: 2 Hour 2 Minutes 30 SecondsMythos Publishing Changes and 2021 Schedule: 2 Hour 8 MinutesIkon Collectables: 2 Hour 10 Minutes 30 SecondsNew KFS Style Guide: 2 Hour 16 Minutes2021 Mallon Diary: 2 Hour 23 MinutesPhantom Cameo in 18/2020 Beetle Bailey: 2 Hour 27 Minutes Jason Paulos art: 2 Hour 28 MinutesPatreon gifts: 2 Hour 34 MinutesMake sure you stay with us and do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel. Our next podcast is one to remember - stay tuned.We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode and our reviews and opinions. You can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Support the show

By now most phans know of Wulfic Media and their huge range of Phantom rings they have released. What follows is an almost two hour chat with Kelby Wooldridge and the team at Chronicle Chamber.We talk about Kelby as a phan, his journey from country Western Australia to Queensland to producing some of the best most meticulous Phantom rings any phan has ever seen since the 1940's when the first Phantom ring was produced.We also touch upon important topics like:The design processThe cost of the ringsJohn Evans the designer of these ringsWorking with KFSAnd go over Wulfric Media products that have been announced but yet released. These include the comic folder, The Phantom Country Miniatures that turns into a game, The Jungle Patrol dog tags and much more.If you would like to follow Wulfric Media you can by the following links:FacebookEmailThere website will be released soon which you will be able to order from.We would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode. You can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel.Support the show

Phantom 2040 is a French / American animated TV series that aired from September 18, 1994 to March 3, 1996 with 35 episodes. The series was generally well accepted by Phantom phans and others. From the series, we got a video game, comic books and some merchandise.Chronicle Chamber has some articles on our website for the video game, How to get the “good” ending on the video game Behind the scenes of the 2040 video game.As well as an interview with Brian Babendererde - The Phantom 2040 video game Designer.A review of the Spanish Phantom 2040 board game.Today we chat with Thom Schillinger who was the art director for the TV Series. If you enjoyed the TV show, you will love this podcast interview as he talks to us about all aspects from development of the show.During the two hours we learn things no one knew before including there was a prototype for a fully articulated figurine that nearly got into development, plus there were more than 35 episodes scheduled. If you are a YouTube viewer, you will love watching as Thom shows us original sketches from the show and an unused movie poster.If you would like to follow Thom Schillinger on social media you can by the following links:WebsiteFacebookInstagramTwitterPhantom 2040 groupWe would love to hear from you on what you think of this podcast episode. You can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel.Support the show

When talking to Grange in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast Ep #168 we talked about villains and his rogues gallery. Ironically back in 2007 Paul Jonassen a Norwegian phan wrote for Chronicle Chamber and gave his top 10 villains. Now 13 years later we are going to relook at this list and the rest of the CC crew will add theirs. It is only fair to be joined by Paul and give him a chance to revisit his list.It is a great two hour chat and we not only discuss our top 10 villains but discuss who should return, what makes a great villain and do villains have a shelf life? We discuss many other important points including our own selection criteria's. You will enjoy this chat.Between Jermayn's, Stephens, Dan's and Paul's top 10 lists, there are 25 different villains and or organisations.  Below are the top 10 lists and then our combined top 10 list. We would love to hear from you on what your top 10 villains are.Paul's 2007 Top 10 VillainsKigali LubangaGeneral BababuDogai SinghRalp MarsBaron GroverBailRama SinghSalaGoldhandThe Marshall SistersPaul's 2020 Top 10 VillainsKigali LubangaGeneral BababuDogai SinghManuel OrtegaBailIrma FaustenbergCammellChatuSandal SinghGoldhandJermayn's Top 10 VillainsKigali LubangaChatuDogai Singh The NomadBaron GroverRama SinghThe Black CarnationPrincess SinSandal SinghVulturesDan's Top 10 VillainsVulturesThe NomadSingh BrotherhoodBababuMountain PrincesThe Sky BandChatuKigali LubangaScorpia / HydraDrummer of TimpanniStephen's Top 10 VillainsVulturesSingh BrotherhoodThe Butterfly ManGeneral BababuThe Nasty Misty Mountain PrincesLubangaThe NomadThe Lady Luck PiratesThe Phantom’s brother (DotE)Witch doctors such as Hoogan Our Combined Top 10 VillainsKigali LubangaVulturesChatuDogai SinghThe NomadBababuManuel OrtegaBailBaron GroverMountain PrincesWe would love to hear from you on what your top 10 villains are. You can email us at [email protected] or via our social media profiles: Facebook, Twitter and or Instagram. Do not forget to subscribe and leave a review on our podcast and or our YouTube Channel.Support the show

One of our more favourite podcast subjects is the "What Would You Choose" game. The concept is you nominate a question or category with two options. Imagine that you can only engage with one of those options for the rest of your life (eg, if you pick B&W you can never read another colour comic). What do you choose and why?The four questions are:The Nomad v The PythonClaes Reimerthi v Norman WorkerSupanova v LFMBEC dinnerRecord a podcast with: Lee Falk or Ray Moore?We would love to know your answers if you could only choose one of these subjects.Support the show

Comic creator and Phantom phan Matt Kyme is back reviewing a classic Phantom story. This is now the fourth story of the mini series we have been releasing during COVID-19. You can listen to the other three here:Review of the "Singh Brotherhood" in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast episode #162Review of "The Sky Band" in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast episode #166Review of "The Diamond Hunters" in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast episode #167This time he reviews his all time favourite Phantom story - can you guess what it is?If you have other stories you would like Matt and or the team at Chronicle Chamber to review, please contact us.You can follow Matt Kyme at either:His websiteHis Facebook pageSupport the show

It is a bumper podcast with 10 comics being reviewed and over two months worth of news to go through. It is also our first time we have more than correspondence with both Mikael Lyck and Ankit Mitra reviewing comics from Sweden and India respectfully. We have updates on both Phantom Kickstarter Games, an updated Phantom country map, a revival of an old disappeared Phantom website, The Phantom at Coles and much more. Below is a timestamp of each comic and topic of news we discuss in a two hour window.Comics Frew 1873-1876: 6 MinutesHeloise on Adventure: 33 MinutesFrew Giant Size: 38 MinutesRegal 1-2: 40 MinutesFantomen: 55 MinutesNewsCard Game Update: 1 Hour 2 MinutesUpdated Phantom Map: 1 Hour 3 MinutesBoard Game Update: 1 Hour 7 MinutesFrew & Coles: 1 Hour 13 MinutesThe Phantom in the UAE: 1 Hour 19 MinutesNew Fantomen Folder: 1 Hour 20 Minutes 30 SecondsRolf Gohs Passing: 1 Hour 22 Minutes2020 Fantomen Softcover & Christmas Album Available for Pre Order: 1 Hour 25 MinutesIncrease of Fantomen Budget for 2021: 1 Hour 29 MinutesAustralian Regional Newspapers cancellation: 1 Hour 34 MinutesLFMBEC Website: 1 Hour 43 Minutes 30 SecondsSupport the show

Creator Grange Wallis is the artist behind the Frew Publications covers of the current "Ibis Mystery" saga (issues #1873 to #1876). In typical fashion, what started out as a recording for the next X-Band: The Phantom Podcast comics and news episode quickly became a detailed chat with Grange as he talked about his latest four covers. We have decided to release our chat with Grange as a stand alone podcast and our next, will be the latest comics and news in the Phantom world.This podcast is a brilliant insight into how Grange works and thinks as a phan but also a creator. Grange showed us the initial sketches of the four covers including what the covers almost looked like. He gave us a tiny sneak into the missing part five, we really did try and get more out of him, but he would not tell. He also talked about how cover #1873 and #1874 was based on a nod to the original covers by phan phavourite Antonio Lemos. You can follow Grange Wallis at either:His websiteHis Facebook pageHis Instagram pageSupport the show

Comic creator and Phantom phan Matt Kyme is back reviewing a classic Phantom story. This is now the third story of the mini series we have been releasing during COVID-19. You can listen to the other two here:Review of the "Singh Brotherhood" in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast episode #162Review of "The Sky Band" in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast episode #166This time he reviews the third ever Phantom story "The Diamond Hunters" which sees him battle a bunch of rogues who are causing no end of trouble in the jungle. We see the Phantom kill for the first time and also show his face unmasked to Diana his love. "The Diamond Hunters" was created by the dynamic duo of Lee Falk and Ray Moore and started in newspapers around the world between 12 April 1937 and ended on 18 September 1937.Hope you enjoy the adventure and review by Matt. Again, this is best watched on YouTube. We have at least one more review coming up, If you like these reviews, let us know along with any other stories you would like Matt to review next.You can follow Matt Kyme at either:His websiteHis Facebook pageSupport the show

Comic creator and Phantom phan Matt Kyme is back reviewing a classic Phantom story after the popularity of his review of the "Singh Brotherhood" in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast episode #162.This time he reviews the second ever Phantom story "The Sky Band" which sees him battle an all girl band of pirates in the sky which sees the Phantom participate in a romping adventure as he is caught between three women who are all vying for his attention and love."The Sky Band" was created by the dynamic duo of Lee Falk and Ray Moore and started in newspapers around the world between 9 November 1936 and ended on 10 Aprirl 1937.Hope you enjoy the adventure and review by Matt. Again, this is best watched on YouTube. If you like these reviews, let us know along with any other stories you would like Matt to review next.Support the show

When www.Deepwoods.org stopped being updated and as technology has improved the Phantom Wiki is now the best Phantom resource out there. What makes the website stand out against all other past and current resources is the accuracy of the vast information stored plus the dedication of the people involved. We at Chronicle Chamber countless times hear of creators, editors, companies and publishers all using the website for research, ideas and much more. One of the main contributors of the website is Marko Davidavic and we spend an hour chatting with him about his jounary as a Phantom phan, some great discovers of his research like the comic from Iran, his Sweden LFMBEC visit plus more. Please note, due to where Marko lived the Internet connection was not the best, we apologise ahead of time for that, however press on as you will enjoy listening to Marko's story as a Phantom phan and Phantom wiki researcher. Support the show

On August 25 2016 a new concept was released by Frew called "Phantom's World" which consisted of stories from around the world never previously published by Frew (and in many cases English). Four years later the series has stopped and we look at the series in retrospect.Frew #1761 was the first Phantom's World issue and along with issues #1770 and #1771 it was part of the regular Frew series. Middle of 2017 with an influx of Frew's own created stories it made sense for the Phantom's World concept to be ran as a separate series. That separate series stopped in 2020 with Phantom's World #12. In total 15 Phantom's World issues were released we saw in total 43 stories majority of the readers had never seen before. This includes counting multi part stories like "The Queen of Saba" which had three parts. A further breakdown of these stories are:31 stories in total were previously published stories29 are Fratelli Spada stories2 other stories published by RGE (Brazil) and Charlton (USA)12 stories are new never previously published storiesThis includes four stories that were previously created for other companies but where not printed. These are "Expedition in the Jungle Pt1 & Pt2" and "The Honglong Kidnapping Pt1 & Pt2"."Expedition in the Jungle Pt1" was completed and planned as a sequel in 1973-74 but Ferri stopped working on the Phantom. Around 2000, Ferri and Felmang completed the story and the second part.One of things that many loved about the series was the range of writers and artists many Frew readers have never seen before. Unfortunately many of the creators are unnamed but some of the creators Frew readers had never seen prior included:Angelo TodaraoOsvaldo GrassettiGiovanni FiorentiniSenio PratesiAntonio SciottiRaul BuzzelliMario PedrazziRaul BuzzelliSanto D'AmicoDino LeonettiFrank VerolaGiorgio CambiottiAnnibale CasabiancaJosé MenezesWalmir AmaralWanderley MayhéJoe GillPat BoyetteThis list does not include Felmang, Germano Ferri and Pidde Andersson who had previously published Phantom stories.We go over the stories, the issues, our positives and negatives with the series. Did you enjoy the series? Let us know your favourite covers, issues and stories...Support the show

After our popular X-Band: The Phantom Podcast episode #155 with DC Phantom writer Mark Verheiden, we had to talk to to the other half of the ever popular DC Phantom series, Luke McDonnell.What follows is a packed 50 minutes of chatting with Luke as he talks all about the series plus much more including his favourite moments of the series, his time when he got to meet Lee Falk in person and how a certain cover was inspired by a Joe Kupert Tarzan cover. We also touch upon what he is doing now for Mr Comics and Art.It may be short compared to other podcasts, but this 50 minutes is a must listen to any Phantom phan who has enjoyed the 1989-90 DC Phantom series.You can follow Luke McDonnell at either:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lfmcdonnell/MR Comics and Art: http://mrcomicsandart.com/Support the show

Matt Kyme takes over the reigns of the X-Band: The Phantom Podcast and goes deep on the first Phantom story "The Singh Brotherhood" with a review that will sure cause a stir among some phans and die hard Falkists. Matt looks over various topical subjects including racism, sexual harassment, what Lee Falk and Ray Moore did brilliantly and even what they did not do well. Make sure you comment and tell us on social media what you think of this podcast. Do you agree or disagree? We recommend watching it on YouTube as included are funny topical clips / memes and the panels from the story being discussed - it really adds to the experience.Matt Kyme is no stranger to our podcast with him first joining us in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast episode #69 in discussion with his Phantom tribute character "The Demon". We have also reviewed his "Day at the Races" story which featured in Frew #1850 in X-Band: The Phantom Podcast episode #131.You can follow Matt Kyme at either:His websiteHis Facebook pageSupport the show

While many of our Phantom phriends are still stuck in isolation we have some phun talking about the latest Phantom comics and news from around the world from USA, Sweden, India and of course Australia.In case you cannot listen to the whole podcast, attached below is a timestamp of the whole podcast:Regal Publishers Comics in English has a date: 3 MinutesIkon Collectables (Heat Changing Mug & Puzzle): 10 MinutesLegacy of Mandrake the Magician: 17 MinutesNewspaper Stories Reviews      Sunday 189 - The Spy Ship: 34 Minutes & 30 Seconds      Daily 254 - The Llongo Forest: 41 Minutes & 30 SecondsFantomen Comic Reviews      Fantomen 16/2020: 52 MinutesFrew Publications Comic Reviews      Frew 1870: 56 Minutes      Frew 1871: 1 Hour & 5 Minutes      Kid Phantom #9 (With guest reviewers): 1 Hour & 15 MinutesSupport the show

Luca Erbetta is one of the few artists who draws covers for Frew Publications and also Egmont and as you will learn he also has a new cover coming out soon for a third Phantom publisher.In this podcast we learn all about Luca, his history as an artist for European and USA publishers and his blossoming Phantom career. Luca goes through in detail his 9 Phantom covers and other illustrations including commissions, the Frew / Phanfare Trading Card and his past Phantom costumes.We ask the question a lot of art collectors want to know is if any of the covers are done in traditional mediums for purchase. You will have to watch and listen for the answer.You can follow Luca Erbetta at either:His websiteHis Instagram pageHis ArtStation pageHis patreon pageSupport the show

In our latest podcast we talk to Antonio Lemos Frew cover artist who has been producing covers since 1993 with over 170 to his name. This is phun podcast as we chat about all things covers, his love and discovery of The Phantom, his love for the water and his time in the navy plus his country of birth Uruguay. Antonio talks about his relationship with international superstar artist Eduardo Barreto who would have a short but successful stint as a Phantom Sunday artist, visiting studios of Phantom famous artists around the world in Cesar Spadari & Felmang. The differences between drawing covers for Jim Shepherd and the Frew Crew. Along with his experience's in being censored plus much more.This is a podcast not to be missed, you will have phun!Support the show

This is a bumper podcast with five phans in Stephen, Dan, Jermayn, Mikael Lyck and Duncan Munro talking about the latest Phantom news and comics from all around the world. It may be almost two and a half hours long but you will have phun.Mikael Lyck gives us a review of the three latest Fantomen issues and Duncan joins us for the whole podcast and then we spend 45 minutes dissecting his latest new story printed in Frew issue 1869. In case you cannot listen to the whole two and a half hours, we will list a timestamp Sydney & Perth Supanova: 5 MinutesBastei Freune Magazine Issue #50: 17 MinutesWulfric Media: 20 MinutesMikael Lyck Card Game: 26 MinutesFantomen 2020 Softcover Album Cover: 28 Minutes 30 SecondsIndian Regal Publishers printing in English: 30 Minutes 30 SecondsBad News for Fantomet: 33 Minutes 30 SecondsFantomen Comic Reviews: 46 Minutes 30 Seconds      Fantomen 12/2020      Fantomen 13/2020      Fantomen 14-15/2020Frew Publications Comic Reviews      Frew 1869: 53 Minutes      Giant Size 13 Annual: 1 Hour 38 Minutes      Phantoms World #12: 2 Hours 3 MinutesSupport the show

In our latest podcast we talk to Dietmar Lederwasch of "99.94 Editions" and the 2014-2017 Phantom Art Gallery fame. Dietmar is a super phan who has lived majority of every phans dreams by producing their own licensed Phantom products.In this podcast Dietmar goes into great detail of the "The Phantom Portrait Gallery" as well as the  two "Masterworks" collections he produced in the late 1990's and early 2000's. He then shows us around his house which is covered in original Phantom and fine art of the Phantom.To get a better representation of what he has around his house, this podcast was also recorded using video. We did experience some recording issues but please bare with us, you wont be disappointed. Youtube URL: https://youtu.be/C2NHVRCp6bQIf you would like to purchase any of the prints for yourself, please contact Dietmar at [email protected] the show

We review the latest installment of the 22nd Phantom saga which see's Kit and Heloise the children of our Phantom the 21st and Diana take over the role of the Phantom. For those who have come in late, read on below as we do a tale of the tape outlining the whole situation. In our review of the four stories as a whole, we get reviews by Gus Fraser and several phans who left their feedback on our social media platforms. It is then left to the three of us as we discuss everything from what we love and hate about the series. Not surprisingly the elephant in the room of the introduction of Nadir in the story, the proposed illegitimate son of Sandal Singh and the Phantom takes center stage. We discuss that in full. We then "play-nostradamus" as we predict what we would like to see with this 22nd Phantom saga.We would love to hear your views and opinions on Nadir and the ongoing saga but also our review on the podcast. You can leave your comments on our various social media platforms.It is important to take note of the following "Tale of the Tape"The story is set a "few years" into the future, imagines a dismal and dystopian future for the Phantom universe. An earthquake and tsunami has devastated Bangalla, wiped out Morristown, General Bababu is in tenuous charge of Bengalla, threatened by growing gang power and under pressure from international arms dealers. Sandal Singh is under threat as leader of the Singh pirates, with a coup planned by her cousin Rulah Singh. Bengalla in chaos...Meanwhile... The 21st Phantom has been missing for over a year. Hero was found in the first part of the story arc but Devil is still missing. Diana and the Phantom have split up over the possibility that The Phantom fathered Sandal Singh’s son (first appeared in 2015 Rodiagate [part 2 of Singh War - link to Phantomwiki] after apparently being conceived in 2011 Fateful Meeting - link to Phantomwiki). Has been named in pt 1 of this 4 part series - Nadir.Kit and Heloise initially struggled to work together but coming together now. During the Fight Against Singh story they split up, Kit to rescue father, Heloise to protect motherIf you want to read the stories, you need to read the following stories Fantomen:5/20196-7/201917/201922-23/2019Frew: 1864186618671868Support the show

Listeners of the X-Band: The Phantom Podcast have spoken asking for a creator interview from the very highly regarded DC Phantom Series from 1989-1990. We have listened and we present Mark Verheiden, the writer of the series.What follows is an in depth chat about the series, the stories and how well even today it stands up 30+ years later. We talk about why the Phantom doesn't always win, Mark's biggest fear writing this series and how it stands as a landmark moment in his career.Have you read the series? Did you enjoy it? If so, this podcast is not to be missed. Make sure you send us your questions or feedback of the podcast either via email and or our social media. If you have any other topics or creators for the podcast, let us know.Support the show

This is the podcast a lot of phans have been waiting for. We talk to Rick Hoberg who was one of two Art Directors for the hit 1980's TV Series "Defenders of the Earth". Rick sheds light on the stories behind the show from never seen before animation cells and artwork, progress sketches of the characters and much more about the process and decisions of the way the characters looked in the show. We also get the inside scoop on two mysteries that have intrigued phans with why the art and animation style was different episode "Root of Evil" and why in some promotion pieces Jedda has blonde hair.We recommend watching this episode on YouTube as Rick shows us drawings from his collection at around the 35 minute mark of the podcast.Support the show

We are joined by Mikael Lyck, the creator and developer behind "The Phantom: The Card Game" and we discuss and review the stories that form the Card Game that is currently on Kickstarter and is fully funded. The stories we review are "The Story of Devil", "Diana in the Jungle Patrol" and "Year One: The 21st Phantom".CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGNhttps://bit.ly/CardGameKSDevil’s Story1979 Team Fantomen story, written by Donne Avenell, with art by Georges Bess and has been published in 14 countries. One reviewer labelled this as the best Team Fantomen story ever!Sweden: published 5 times, first in Fantomen 23/1979, most recently Krönika 6/2007Australia: 1992 (#1013), 1996 (#1125) and the 2017 Frew TPB “For Those Who Came In Late”Diana in the Jungle Patrol1973 Team Fantomen story, written by Magnus Knutsson, with art by Jaime Vallvé. This adventure has almost exclusively published in Scandinavia. We have also spoken to Magnus in  X-Band: The Phantom Podcast Episode #119.Sweden: 3 times, first in Fantomen 5/1973 and most recently Krönika 2/2003Australia: Once (only time outside Scandinavian nations) in 2018 (#1804) The 21st Phantom2004 Team Fantomen story, written by Claes Reimerthi, with art by Paul Ryan. Sweden: Fantomen 17/2004 (also rest of Scandinavia 2004)Australia: 2004 (#1390)We would love to hear your feedback and thoughts of these three stories. If you have other stories you would like to see based on a card game, let us know.Support the show

Come join us with just under two hours of Phantom phun as the guys talk everything new that has happened in the Phantom's world for the last 4-6 weeks.We talk all things Kickstarter, COVID-19 and how its affecting Sydney Supanova and the LFMBEC dinner plus updates on the Chronicle Chamber Phantom Bushfire Phundraiser book.Then between the team of Mikael Lyck, Dan Fraser and Jermayn Parker, we review in great detail eight new comics from Fantomen, Frew and Hermes Press. Some of the feedback is quite opinionated and we would love to hear from our listeners if they agree or disagree with our opinions. We do not review Frew #1864 (The Fight Against Singh, Part 1: Shadows over Singhtown), as we will save that to review all four parts together in a stand alone podcast. Please visit this link if you want to check out the "The Phantom: Card Game" Kickstarter Campaign.If you want to skip through the podcast and only listen to certain parts. Attached below is the runsheet with the time stamps for each subject:Phantom News:Supanova & LFMBEC fallout with COVID-19: 5 minutesThe Phantom Card Game Kickstarter Campaign: 10 minutesAnalysis of the Fantomen 2018 best stories results: 17 minutes & 30 secondsThe New Sculpture from Brazil: 20 minutesChronicle Chamber Phantom Bushfire Phundrasier Book: 22 minutes & 15 seconds Comic Reviews:Fantomen Comics Review (8/2020, 9/2020 & 10-11/2020): 25 minutesFrew #1862 & #1863 (Inked in Blood): 35 minutesFrew #1865 (Collectors Replica Series): 54 minutes & 30 secondsFrew Trade Paperback #3 (The Triads Series): 59 minutes & 45 secondsHermes Press President Kennedy Mission Graphic Novel: 1 hour, 18 minutes & 30 secondsSupport the show

We are joined by Mikael Lyck, the creator and developer behind "The Phantom: The Card Game". We talk to Mikael about the game, the history and how it came about along with the Kickstarter campaign itself. Mikael explains the pledge levels of the campaign and some of the stretch goals which will interest a lot of phans as they start planning their budgets.CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE KICKSTARTER CAMPAIGNThe kickstarter campaign runs from 1st May to the 30th May. If you are after one of the limited versions of the pledge levels and trust us, you do not want to miss out on that, you will need to pay attention to the important start time of the Kickstarter Campaign which is highlighted below. The start time is 5pm CEST time. That is:11pm Western Australia Time1am Eastern Australia Time (2 May)3am New Zealand Standard Time (2 May)11am New York Time8am Pacific Daylight Time8:30pm India Standard Time4pm British Summer Time12pm Brasilia TimeIf we have not included your time zone, you can click on this World Clock link and add your own location / city to get your correct time.Support the show

Today we’ve got an extra special podcast for you to celebrate our 150th* episode. At the end of every podcast we thank our patreons and we try to give incentives for our patreons such as the Phantom Preservation Project, prizes, behind the scenes etc, because without our patreons none of this would be possible so, today, in episode #150 we are throwing the lines open to our patreons. We have 13 patreons join us and they take over discussing a range of topics including what products and merchandise they would like to see produced and what are the key items to add to your collection. However one discussion did make the phone lines melt which was what would they do if they were handed the keys to Frew and Fantomen for a day.A huge thank you to all our patreons who support us and to our listeners for making our 150th* podcast a possibility. Here's to our next 150 episodes.*yes we are aware this is actually our 158th episode - It's a Phantom / Frew tradition.Support the show

Join us with an engaging chat with Lennart Moberg who worked for Fantomen for 15 years and was one of the few who wrote and drew stories for Semic / Egmont. If you read Team Fantomen stories in the 1990's you would have marveled at his stories. We are talking about classics like Hoogaan's Revenge, The Set Up, Hunted, King of Chicago, The Psychopath, The Murder Rap plus many more.Lennart was also part of the Team Fantomen crew who mapped out and planned stories we all read, loved (and hated!). He retells us what the meetings were like under Ulf Granberg and he even retells us the weekend meeting as they created the infamous Luaga v Lubanga v The Phantom saga.We go through specific stories, specific creators he worked with along with his new recently published comic "Hell Week" plus his work on the Fantomenland zoo. This podcast was extra special for Stephen and Jermayn with their genesis moment to their addiction coming from two of his stories.Support the show

After an acknowledgment of the virus, this podcast becomes a refuge where you can focus on the Phantom instead of the worlds crises. This is a bumper podcast as we go through a lot of news and comics to review and discuss.There is some great discussions throughout the two hour podcast as we discuss editing of covers and comics, the famous Golden Eagle story, the end of the Phantoms World series, the ongoing Giant Size series with the cross over stories and new characters plus Mikael Lyck announces the start date of his kickstarter campaign and reviews the Fantomen Magazine 70th anniversary plus the two latest Fantomen comics.The runsheet with the time stamping is below.Phantom News:Bushfire Book - 6minMikaels card game - 15minNew Sy Barry Print - 19minBoss Fight & NECA Toys Release Dates - 21minComics Kingdom new format for Sunday - 25min 45secRobert Aman: Phantom Comics and the new Left book - 29minPhantomWiki update - 33minPublisher News:Mallon Anniversary Edition - 34min 40secFrew drops the number of Regular Issues - 40min 30secFantomen 70th - 46min 40secComic Reviews:Latest Fantomen Comics - 48min 30secLatest Frew ComicsFrew 1860 - 53min 30secFrew 1861  - 1hourPhantoms World 11 - 1hour 15minGiant Size 12 - 1hour 39min 15secSupport the show

Moonstone has a very important part to play in Phantom history with the small publisher printing the most Phantom books from USA. One of the men responsible for this rich history with our hero is Mike Bullock. He wrote 50 Phantom stories through out this time and as you will discover listening to the podcast, he had many more Phantom stories already penned and ready until they lost the license.We talk to Mike about that ill fated take over from Dynamite Entertainment and the conversation he had with senior editor Joe Gentile when they received the news.Other discussions we had was about the amazing artists he worked with, the bad guys he introduced and how they were all pitted against the Phantom. The story behind the "Invisible Children" saga and much much more.There is no video for this podcast but do not let that stop you listening to one of the most insightful podcasts you will listen to for a long time.Support the show

One of the most anticipated X-Band podcasts we have been apart of as we interview Erik Arana who is Partner / Creative Art Director at Boss Fight Studios. In July 2019 BFS announced they had a license for The Phantom and in February 2020, at the New York toy fair they showed off the first samples of their Phantom line. What followed was a chat and demonstration with us of what has so many phans excited with this announcement. Erik explains the H.A.C.K.S line, what a wave is, drops many a hint on what may come in wave 2, 3 and further down the track along what will be in wave 1.We also ask the important questions like when they be available for pre order, the likely release date, the price range and how phans from around the world can get their figurines.We recommend after you have listened to the podcast you watch the Youtube video as Erik shows us in detail the Phantom prototype plus the the 30 points of articulation and how you can customise your own Phantom.A huge thanks to Erik for his time and we hope you will be as excited about Boss Fight Studio like us after listening and watching.Happy PhantomingSupport the show

We are extremely happy to announce that the Phantom Bushfire Phundraiser Book is now available to Purchase! $30 per book (plus shipping).Over 50 artists featured on 52 pages in colour.Only 400 copies printed - do not delay!Officially licensed by KFS.This podcast is a quick chat with Stephen East joining the band, interviewing and asking the questions to Jermayn and Dan about the production of the book. Listen for a peak behind the curtain on the production of this book that will become an instant collectible. If you want a sneak peak at the book we recommend watching the YouTube video of the podcast.Purchase your Bushfire Phundraiser Book Here!https://www.chroniclechamber.com/phundraiser-bushfire-appealSupport the show

We are extremely excited to chat with Indian super phan Swaroop Chand. Swaroop gives us a big insight into the world of comics and the Phantom in India.We talk about the importance of colour comics, the many languages that the Phantom has been published in and he shows us some brilliant rare comics from India and around the world.This is a phun chat with the boys and Swaroop and we guarantee you will learn something and have phun at the same time.We would recommend watching the video podcast when you get a chance as Swaroop shows us some of his treasures in his expansive collection.Support the show

Sorry for the delay in this podcast but we have been busy with the Phantom Bushfire Appeal Phundraiser book - more on that in the first minute of the podcast!Anyway, we also discuss all the news from the last two and a half months along with eight Phantom comics from Fantomen (Sweden) and Frew (Australia) - timestamps below.If you're looking for an excuse to support us as a Patreon, make sure you listen to the news at the start of the podcast. We announce TWO amazing Patreon-only opportunities, with the card game that is about to be Kickstarted, as well as some exciting news regarding the Phantom Bushfire Phundraiser. Thanks as usual to Mickael Lyck for his detailed reviews on Fantomen, as well as Angus this month who helps us reflect on Frew's 2020 Annual Special. Please don't forget that we're looking for a phan from Brazil, Hungary and Norway to help us reviewing their comics.1 min - General news                - Update on Bushfire Phundraising book                - Phantom card game update                 - New Sy Barry print                - New Phantom movie from India17 min - Publisher news                - Fantomen 70th Anniversary                - Fantomen Best Story competition                - Best of Frew 2019 results                - Mallon 85th Anniversary edition35 min - Comics reviews - Fantomen #1, #2-3, #442 min - Frew #1856  - 2019 Christmas Special51 min - Frew #1857 The Forgotten Tribe1hr01  - Frew #1858 - 2020 Annual Special                - Isle of Eden compilation                - Kid Phantom special                - with special comments from Angus1hr29  - Frew #1859 - Replica series #22Happy Phantoming!Support the show

A huge honour to chat with Graham Nolan who is a modern day legend in the comics field with credits at both DC and Marvel and is mostly known for his Batman work including the co-creation of Bane, the villain in the world of Batman.As you will find out in the following podcast, there is much more to Graham Nolan that his Batman work including a legacy of the Phantom phandom passed on by his mother at a young age.Graham's Phantom work includes the Sunday newspaper strip adventures, writing Phantom stories for the newspaper strip and Egmont, covers for Moonstone, Hermes & Fantomen and of course the Frew Gallery Trading Series 1 and 2.We also touch upon two great subjects regarding his retirement from the Sunday newspaper stories and two panels that caused some angst among certain phans.You will enjoy gaining an insight into this modern day comics legend!Support the show

Very lucky to have the ability to release this podcast featuring Keith Williams, the last Daily Newspaper artist to have drawn stories for Lee Falk, Pete 'Pistol' Klaus and Spike Barkin who spoke at a panel at the 2019 Mid-Atlantic Nostalgia Convention.Along with a audio recording we also have a video of the panel, both featuring attached below for your viewing pleasure. Keith does a live inking example of the Phantom, while Pete talks about his travels and experiences with the Phantom and their phans from around the world including Australia, New Zealand and Europe. Pete also recounts several stories from his interactions with Lee Falk.Again thank you to Pete, Keith and Spike for allowing us to share this panel to our X-Band listeners.For more information go to: http://bit.ly/XBand140Support the show

It's only been a little over a week since we launched ChronicleChamber's Phundraiser for the Bushfire Appeal, and it's fair to say that we've been completely blown away by the response from the Phantom and broader artistic community. Today we discuss the idea for a Bushfire Appeal book filled with unique, previously unpublished and specially created Phantom images. You'll hear about the genesis of the concept, progress to date, and who is contributing and helping so far. All proceeds from the sale of the book will be going to Red Cross Australia - please donate generously if you can https://fundraise.redcross.org.au/drrStay up to date via https://www.chroniclechamber.com/ and make sure you keep an eye on https://www.facebook.com/ChronicleChamber/ for all the phaffles as they go live.Support the show

The fate of the Earth hangs on the outcome of a chess game between evil Kro-Tan's Octon computer and Flash Gordon's Dynak X computer.Read-Along Book and Tape from Golden Storybook (1987) featuring Flash Gordon, Mandrake, Lothar and the Phantom, along with their children, as they do battle with Ming the Merciless. Based on the Defenders of the Earth animated series.Support the show

"Defenders of the Earth" and their children battle to stop the evil Ming the Merciless from stealing energy from Earth's Sun.Read-Along Book and Tape from Golden Storybook (1987) featuring Flash Gordon, Mandrake, Lothar and the Phantom, along with their children, as they do battle with Ming the Merciless. Based on the Defenders of the Earth animated series.Support the show

Roving reporter and Phantomer extraordinaire Duncan Munro is our host today as he explores Baltimore Comic-Con, 18-20 October 2019. We're lucky to listen in as Duncan takes the opportunity to speak to a number of amazing American creators:Mike Gold - on the editorial team for DC's The Phantom series (1988-1990)Keith Williams - Daily artist (1994-2005)Mike Manley - Daily artist (2016-present)Bob McLeod - story and cover artist for Egmont (2003-2006)Thanks so much to Duncan for taking the time and effort to record these chats for us all to enjoy.Support the show

Seeing out the year Phantom-style, Jermayn and Dan review everything Ghost Who Walks 2019.Wishing you all very Happy Phantoming in the New Year!Tale of the Tape: who released what in 2019? 3m20 - King Features 6m20 - FREW Publications11m40 - Hermes Press14m30 - Comics Revue16m40 - Fantomen20m30 - Fantomet21m45 - Regal Publications23m50 - Kockás25m15 - Mythos28m30 - Lightning Strike Comics29m30 - SummaryPhan Phavourites34m50 - Intro35m40 - Best Cover (non-FREW)40m50 - Best Cover (FREW)49min  - Best Story Writer54m25 - Best Story Artist59min  - Overall Best Story1h07m20 - Best Issue (non-FREW)1hr11min - Best Issue (FREW)1h19m30 - Best Merchandise1hr37min - Best Addition to the Collection1h39m30 - Best ChronicleChamber Moment1h43m40 - Overall Reflection on 2019Support the show

In this relatively short episode, we have a quick bit of Christmas phun! Joined live by Swedish correspondent Mikael Lyck, the CC team draw the special Patreon Xmas raffle before discussing the best Phantom Christmas presents we've ever received, and then our honest thoughts on the lack of explicitly Christmas themed covers from Fantomen or Frew in 2019.After musing on our Xmas/New Years wishes for 2020, there's a bit of a laugh while we scare each other with a round robin of "What would you choose?"Merry Phantoming to everyone, and don't forget to vote for your phavourite FREW comics of 2019 - click here!Support the show

In our last Comics & News podcast for 2019, there's a lot to discuss!2min   - Reflecting on Billy Zane11min - Frew's launch on comiXology19min - Fantomet's soft cover book sales23min - Sal Velluto's Lucca prints25min - Lightning Strikes in Australia28min - Wulfric Media designs and plans35min - A new Phantom card game!48min - Mikael Lyck reviews Fantomen 2019/24, 25-26, and Christmas Album1hr25 - Frew #1852 - The Sky Band1hr42 - Frew #1853 - The Pit of Doom1hr53 - Frew #1854 - Evil Lurks in the Night2hr02 - Frew #1555 - Blood Rain2hr14 - Heart of Darkness Ch 6 pts 3 & 42hr16 - Giantsize #102hr32 - Giantsize #112hr37 - Mythos - Em Busca da Cidade Perdida TPB2hr45 - Appeal to international listenersEnjoy, and Merry Phantoming!Support the show

In a very special episode of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast, we travel to Norway! In this podcast instigated and facilitated by Norwegian comics journalist and lecturer Kristian Hellesund, we hear from the author of The Masks of The Phantom: Arild Wærness. Arild tells us about his history with The Phantom, his collaborative writing process, and his great friendship with artist Mike Collins. It may be the first time we've heard from Norwegian creators on the podcast, but hopefully it will not be the last!Support the show

When we said back in the show notes for #132A, "You knew that having Billy Zane come to Australia meant that you were going to get bombarded with podcasts, right?", we had no idea that we'd be wedging in an actual sit-down podcast interview with the man himself (#133). As it turns out, we did! That's meant that a bit of a delay with the Brisbane recordings coming out, but so be it! A word of warning - the Phantom panel with the Frew Crew (Glenn Ford, Jamie Johnson, Andrew Constant, Paul Mason & Jeremy Macpherson) is not the best quality audio in the world, but it is a very ... interesting.... panel if you can persevere. The Frew Crew reflections at the end are certainly worth a listen as the guys provide a peek behind the curtain of the artist's grind, as well as an interesting morsel or two regarding future plans!4m30     Billy Zane Q&A7m20     The Phantom Panel53m       Frew Crew reflectionsMake sure you sign the petition for a new The Phantom movie. Check the tape: Billy says you have to! Find us at www.ChronicleChamber.comSupport the show

The ChronicleChamber team is lucky enough to sit down with Billy Zane in a quiet moment at Brisbane Supanova 2019.Generous with his time, Billy tells us how he became a phan and why the character resonates with him. He talks through the journey of getting the 1996 movie off the ground and convinces us that the time is right for a new Phantom film. We also hear about interactions with Australian phans and potentially exciting plans for future visits Down Under.If, like Billy, you want to see a new The Phantom movie, click http://chng.it/q6t7GYjnjq and sign our petition to make this happen. Beat those jungle drums!As always enjoy and - Happy Phantoming!Support the show

You knew that having Billy Zane come to Australia meant that you were going to get bombarded with podcasts, right?First up in the series is an insight into Adelaide Supanova through the eyes of one who was there. Phantom phan Sean reflects on his experiences and passes on his advice, before taking us into the audience of Billy's Q&A panel session.A massive thank you to Sean for sending these recordings in for us all - we know listeners are going to enjoy this.Until Brisbane, Happy Phantoming!Support the show

ChronicleChamber discusses all the latest Phantom news from around the world, including detailed reviews of recent releases from Frew, Egmont, Mythos and Hermes Press.2m45 - Steve's Lightning Strike visit6m45 - Stevo's Choice10m50 - Billy Zane in Australia17m50 - Sal Velluto prints20m20 - Brazilian products; Ludi22m20 - Pod66 apparel24m55 - Guy Possaint cards27m50 - Newspaper strip creative team, health30m10 - Lightning Strike news33m25 - Hermes Press & JFK35m40 - Phantom in Hungary40m50 - Comics reviews42m10 - Fantomen 2019-2044m05 - Fantomen 2019-2147m15 - Fantomen 2019-22/2349m40 - Fantomen Noir53m05 - Frew #18491hr02m40 - Frew #18501hr22m50 - Frew #18511hr27m25 - Frew Phantom's World #101hr43m25 - Mythos O Fantasma #1 & Cronicas do Fantasma #11hr49m35 - Hermes Press - Sundays Vol 6 1956-1960Enjoy and as always, Happy Phantoming!Support the show

They're the classic debates you'll hear wherever phans gather to discuss their favourite Phantom stories, characters, comics and collectibles. Do you prefer colour or black & white? Who's your favourite publisher? Who's your favourite artist?To spice up the conversation it's a Sophie’s Choice: we pose a Phantom question with only two answers. Once you've made your selection, the other is lost to you forever!We hope you enjoy the debates and leave you to ponder the questions.... What would you choose and why? We also wrap up #130 with a shoutout to our newest Patreons and a reminder of the latest additions to the Phantom Preservation Project (P3).Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Grange Wallis is a young and up-and-coming Phantom cover artist for Frew Publications in Australia. In this podcast we have the opportunity to find out all about him, his history with the character and his creative process. It's a wonderful opportunity to build on the brief introduction we had back on our pre-Supanova Special Episode #121, and great to explore his experiences of Australia's most popular Phantom phan gathering.Perhaps most well known in Australia for his involvement with football trading cards (both AFL and NRL), Grange has a fresh style that many phans are loving. His work on covers 1822, 1834, 1844 and most recently 1849 are certainly eye-catching and unique.We hope you enjoy this insight into one of the many exciting new creative talents emerging in the Phantom world.As always - Happy Phantoming!Support the show

It's time again for the ChronicleChamber team to delve into all the latest Phantom news from around the world, followed by an detailed review of recent releases from Frew and Egmont.1m30 - Billy Zane autographs2m30 - Kid Phantom cancellation7m30 - Ray Moore sequel by Matt Kyme15m30 - Lightning Strike20m45 - King Features social media25m00 - Monkey Mail: reprints33m30 - Frew reviews: #184446m30 - #184556m45 - #1846 1hr07m - #18471hr15m - Phantom by Gaslight conclusion and reflections1hr29m - #18481hr32m - Jermayn gets kicked by a zebra1hr47m - Phantom Adventures collection1hr58m - Fantomen reviews: 2019 - 16, 17 & 18/192hr06m - Nye Fantomet-historier #1Enjoy and as always, Happy Phantoming!Support the show

It's an odd sort of podcast this time around!About 3 weeks ago we recorded a conversation with Dr Paul Mason and Andrew Constant, the creative duo behind Frew Publications' made-for-kids magazine, Kid Phantom. It was an extensive chat, covering the highs, lows and minutiae of producing Australia's only 100% locally-developed comic book while managing the challenges of licensing and reaching the target market.Then, just a few days before our planned release came the bombshell from Frew: Kid Phantom as a standalone comic release has been cancelled!So the ChronicleChamber team got together to record a short introduction to the interview, placing it in the context of a book that has just been withdrawn from publication. Fair to say that emotions were high with the news so raw! Anyway, we hope you enjoy what has turned out to be a retrospective look at Kid Phantom and as always, Happy Phantoming.Support the show

In this episode we are excited to be joined by the one and only Alex Saviuk.Alex is an accomplished and experienced Phantom artist, and in fact boasts the extraordinary achievement of having worked for the greatest variety of The Phantom publishers of any artist in history! His Phantom credits (both covers and stories) include: Marvel, Egmont, Moonstone, Lightning Strike Comics, Frew, Hermes Press, and even the King Features' syndicated Sunday strip!Over the course of this extensive and expansive conversation, we talk about all of those publishers and more!As luck would have it, this chat was recorded immediately after the announcement of the end of the Spider-Man strip (both Dailys and Sundays will finish with the conclusion of the current stories, mid-March 2019), and it fascinating to hear directly from a key creator of that strip at this sad time. We also talked about the Rainbow flag story The Golden Eagleand other topics like working with Stan Lee for over 20 years and much more. As you would expect with a Phantom career 30+ years, this is a mammoth podcast to listen too. Get that cuppa and get ready for one of the best podcast interviews with a Phantom creator you will likely ever hear.As always - Happy Phantoming!Support the show

The team of Chronicle Chamber chat with Sal Velluto, an American Italian artist who we have admired ever since his work first graced a Fantomen / Frew comic. One thing we where surprised at was he has only been doing Phantom comics, covers and images for 12 years, yet he feels like an elder statesmen who has been at it for years.We learn all about Sal, from growing up in Italy and reading Spada Fratteli comics to working on comics around the world from Egmont, Frew and Hermes Press. Three continents and two hemispheres. We ask questions about the fateful Hermes Press comic book series and gain an amazing insight into those delays plus learn so much more including how Massimo Gamberi and Angelo Todaro drew comics and covers for Frew.It may be a three hour listen but you will be glued to your earphones eagerly listening even if one of the team falls asleep half way through.Enjoy and as always, Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Our determination to keep the conversation under two hours this month was thwarted by a few huge recent announcements in the world of the Phantom!With Billy Zane hitting Australian shores in a few short months, two new exciting collections of Phantom merch, and a raft of reading to get through there's a lot to discuss in the world of the Phantom at the moment!Of course, our ever-reliable Scandinavian correspondent Mikael Lyck also gives us his detailed insight into the latest Fantomen issues.Enjoy and as always, Happy Phantoming!Support the show

In the second of our two-part summary of the 2019 Sydney Supanova/LFMBEC adventure, this podcast features a number of short recordings from the weekend of 21-23 July 2019, as well as Jermayn and Dan reflecting on their experiences.It's both longer and shorter than we expected. What does that mean? Only Old Man Mozz would know.Happy Phantoming!Support the show

In the first of two podcasts recorded over the weekend of 21-23 July 2019, we bring you the Speeches of Supanova.These were the more formal presentations from the weekend, with panels at the Supanova pop culture convention and speeches at the Lee Falk Memorial Bengalla Explorer's Club (LFMBEC) dinner.It's another longer compilation podcast, so back due to popular demand we have timestamps for you!So whether you couldn't make it and are listening for the first time, or you were there and are just keen to hear them all over again, we hope you enjoy  - the Speeches of Supanova.*Please note that the fourth panel featuring Jeff, Simon and Donny did feature some swearing so please do not listen to this with sensitive ears around0hr10m25 - Sunday Supanova 'The Phantom' Panel - Jeff Weigel, Paul Mason, Jamie Johnson and Andrew Constant1hr03m35 - Rita Uechtritz at the LFMBEC dinner - The Phantom's Papua New Guinea connection, especially through the Wahgi tribe and their shields1hr24m45 - Jeff Weigel at the LFMBEC dinner - My journey to becoming the Sunday Phantom artist1hr54m25 - Friday Supanova 'Comic Creators' panel - Jeff Weigel, Simon Bisley, Humbarto Ramos, Donny Cates and Megan HutchinsonHappy Phantoming!Support the show

The ChronicleChamber team are getting ready for our annual Phantom pilgrimage to Sydney, for the Supanova event, the Frew Booth and of course, the wonderful Lee Falk Memorial Bengali Explorers Club Dinner. To help get you in the mood, we chatted with six different Phantom creators from around Australia and the special guest in Jeff Weigel. We learn a lot including an amazing exclusive and what to expect from the Frew booth. But it's not just us - there are Phantom creators coming from far and wide to share in the purple love! To help whet our appetite, we've spoken to half a dozen of them, asking about their plans, the things they're looking forward to and importantly for our wallets, what they will have for sale!It's a marathon episode, so to help listeners to dip in and out as time permits:0hr13m05 - Jeff Weigel1hr09m07 - Shane Foley1hr21m08 - Jamie Johnson1hr41m22 - Grange Wallis 1hr59m20 - Paul Mason2hr48m05 - Glenn Ford3hr49m45 - Full list of artists attending SupanovaIf you are new to Supanova and the Phantom Mecca Pilgrimage we recommend you to listen to a couple of podcasts from our catalogue.Episode #67: Planning to go to your first Sydney tripEpisode #96A: Last minute planning Episode #96B: Wrap up 2018 with Stephen, Jermayn & Dan.We're off to pack. Enjoy the listen and until next time - Happy Phantoming!Support the show

There might only be three Frew and two Egmont comic books for us to review since our last Comics and News podcast, but it does not mean it will be a short podcast :)We received a phone call during the podcast by none other than Shane Foley the creator behind the Frew's version of the team up between their characters in The Phantom, Sir Falcon, Catman and The Shadow. Shane gives us a great in depth look at the series and what will happen next.Mikael Lyck also gives us his detailed insight into the latest Fantomen issues.Enjoy and as always, Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Chronicle Chamber goes back to the 1960's and 1970's with an interesting discussion with Team Fantomen writer Magnus Knuttsson. He may be a bit of an unknown too many Phantom phans but when you discuss Rhodia / Rodia, females in the Jungle Patrol and the Team Fantomen group who write us stories that are read around the world, Magnus is the father of all of these important elements.Listen as we go into depth on his stories from the 1960's as we learn firsthand about how Semic got the license to create their own stories and the reasons behind his influential stories that all touched upon hot button topics 50 plus years ago. Including Rhodia / Rodia an imitation on then South Africa. We also learnt about how a specific movement saw him having Diana joining the Jungle Patrol which was a pre cursor for other females joining the Jungle Patrol.Support the show

There might only be four Frew and three Egmont comic books for us to review since our last Comics and News podcast, but there's also a surprising amount of news for us to talk about!Perhaps the biggest Phantom event of the last few years leads the discussion as the phellas reflect on the successful Treasures of Drakon Kickstarter campaign.We also chat about: our Don Newton competition, Mythos in Brazil, what we know about Supanova 2019, and the additions to the Phantom's outfit in the current newspaper story.We're also excited to announce the winner of the Fumo di China Magazine Competition!Enjoy and as always, Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Jermayn flies solo as he talks to New Zealand born David Bishop who grew up on Phantom comics in the doctors surgery as a child and then was reconnected with our hero as he started writing Phantom comics for Team Fantomen.Listen as there is a fabulous in depth conversation of his Phantom stories including the classic ongoing saga of the female pirate called Kate Sommerset and her adventures with not one, but three different Phantom generations including mothering the 17th Phantoms child. We fly through majority of his almost 50 Phantom stories including when the Phantom finally made his first visit to New Zealand. Interestingly, Red Zone was not his first attempt at the Phantom visiting the land of the long white cloud.Support the show

In the latest X Band podcast Jermayn & Dan have the privilege to chat with Swedish Fantomen editor Mikael Sol.It is a great conversation as we learn about Mikael the person and Mikael the person behind the Phantom / Fantomen in Sweden. Mikael Sol is the editor of the magazine and team leader of Team Fantomen which gives us the perfect opportunity to ask Mikael many questions about the Swedish magazine. Some of the questions we asked were: Did Sandal Singh carry the Phantoms child?The 22nd Phantom sagaAbout the closing of the Fantomet magazineWorking with Phantom royalty in Ulf Granberg, Claes Reimerthi & Hans LindahlWill Lamanda Luaga come back to the presidency?Fantomen KidsCreating your own storiesFuture of Fantomen & the character in SwedenIncrease of the Fantomen budgetFalkism & Post Modernismplus much more.Make sure you listen and if you have any follow up questions, contact us :)Support the show

Alex and Dale join Dan who is flying solo to give us an in depth look at the current kickstarter campaign and if you are not yet pledged, why not?If you are interested go to https://tinyurl.com/ThePhantomBoardGameTo find out more go to https://www.chroniclechamber.com/single-post/2019/03/28/The-Phantom-Board-Game-has-been-KickstartedTo watch the game go to https://youtu.be/n-MpSz-aJUUCampaign topics we touch upon are:EU friendly postageHow often they check the kickstarterThe progress of the kickstarterTPB of the Red Dragon sagaSpecial Features of the game in the TPBThe evolution of the gameMechanics and game style of the gameThe rules of the gameThe Kid Phantom solo story line to the game (stretch goal)The unnamed villain for the Kid Phantom solo game playStretch goalsThe game pieces miniatures and the processes including who posed for GuranAlex's and Dale's favourite parts of the gameThe initial 'game off' between the Chronicle Chamber crew. For the record Jermayn won.The Treasure of Drakon now on BGG (Board Game Geek)Check out Jamie Johnson's art he shares on social mediaHow you can promote the Kickstarter campaign yourselfhttps://tinyurl.com/ThePhantomBoardGameHashtag #PhantomBoardGame and #BGGSupport the show

Even though sometimes it genuinely felt like the universe was trying to stop us recording this podcast, it is that time again. Today, ChronicleChamber looks back over the comics and news that have emerged over the last month or so.The big news this month is of course the Kickstarter campaign for The Phantom: Treasures of Drakon boardgame that we are so excited about. Unfortunately, the Kickstarter was launched a week after we recorded this so we barely discuss it!But, as we do, we have gone into good detail about everything else that is happening. All the latest Frew issues are reviewed, highlighted by Hero Complex, Kid Phantom #7 and a Phantom's World that we actually enjoyed. We have not one but two special guest reviewers to cover releases from around the globe.We are also releasing not ONE but TWO competitions, including a very special one for our patreon members.Enjoy and as always, Happy Phantoming!Support the show

The ChronicleChamber team is excited about the launch of the Kickstarter campaign for "The Phantom: Treasures of Drakon" board game!Check out www.chroniclechamber.com for all details.Support the show

In a very special X-Band: The Phantom Podcast, the ChronicleChamber team are once again privileged to be joined by living legend Sy Barry. As any self-respecting phan knows, Sy Barry drew The Phantom Daily and Sunday newspaper strips for 33 years from 1961 to 1994. It's been two years since we last spoke to the great man for a podcast, back in December 2016, episode #53.Sy is as vibrant and generous with his time as ever. We embark on a wide-ranging conversation covering his career in the comics industry, with a particular focus on his time with The Phantom.It's fascinating listening as Sy recounts stories of the artists and creators he worked with over time, including memories of the legendary Stan Lee. He also reflects on many of the assistants he had during his career on the strip.A number of Patreon questions are answered, Sy lets us know what he really thinks of the phans that come to see him at Comic Conventions, and we make a sneaky suggestion for a piece of merch that Sy embraces pretty quickly!It is genuinely disappointing that the video recording of this chat failed, but thanks to Sy's son David, we do have some video to share with you soon - keep an eye on our YouTube channel!We know you'll enjoy this chat with the man who has provided us all with so very much happy Phantoming over the years.Support the show

In this episode we are honoured to be joined by one of the most distinctive Phantom cover artists going around - Douglas KlaubaDoug is renowned for his covers for Moonstone comic books in the mid-late 2000s, as well as the artwrk that has featured on so many Bradford Exchange products and now most recently, on a future Lightning Strike Comics issue.In a wide-ranging interview that starts with a video tour of his studio (keep an eye on our YouTube channel for the footage), Doug takes us through his origins as an artist and the education he received that was not necessarily in comic books but that brought him back to that medium.We explore his Moonstone era in great depth from start to finish including: who he worked with (including the unsung Rubén Procopio), his favourite covers and the way it all wrapped up.There is a very interesting chat focused on the way Doug used photographic references for his work, with examples of the process in our recent article here.We also discuss what may well have been the first ever published The Phantom jam cover!Check out Doug's work for yourself and contact him for a commission via his websites http://douglasklauba.blogspot.com/ or http://www.douglasklauba.com/As always - Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Dan and Jermayn review the latest offerings from Frew (1828-1831) which includes the 2018 Christmas Special, the Rex Special and the 2019 Annual, The Phantom At War. Mikael also chips in with reviews of the first 2 Fantomen issues of the year. Once again a good 2 hours full of Phantom phun.Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Who have been the most influential people in the history of The Phantom?It's a huge cast of characters to draw from: there's an 83-year continuity in the newspapers alone, as well as countless other comic creators, promoters, editors and phans contributing over the decades.In this podcast, ChronicleChamber takes on the daunting prospect of identifying and ranking the most important and influential individuals in Phantom history.While #1 may seem obvious to everyone, it will surprise no one to hear that Dan and Jermayn disagree from #2 onward!The full written list of our Top 20 is available to our Patreon subscribers.It's a fascinating excercise to consider and we fully expect controversy with some of our selections, so feel free to comment below and let us know who we got wrong and why.Support the show

It's that time of year again, when Jermayn, Dan and Steve sit down and put forward what they think were the best Phantom things in 2018.  We run through stories, covers, art, writers, merchandise and issues from Australia and the world. We also announce the people's choice awards for best cover and best story. Happy Phantoming!Support the show

In 108 episodes of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast, only once have we actually traveled overseas to interview a guest - and this is it!Parisian Ohm Roy is a phan with a focus on collecting original Phantom art, predominantly from pre-1970, and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the acquiring and preserving of Phantom history.It really is fascinating to hear how phans from around the world have come to know and love our favourite comic strip hero and Ohm's journey is one to savour. We know that you are going to enjoy this chat with France's foremost Phantom phan!Happy Phantoming!Support the show

In Episode 107 of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast, we are delighted to bring you a recording of a The Phantom panel from Brisbane Supanova on November 10, 2018.While the topic as advertised in the program was promising, unfortunately the Supanova team did not exactly bring together a heap of Phantom experience for the panel. Established cover artist Jamie Johnson certainly brought credibility with him. However it is fair to say that co-panelists Tom Taylor, Ryan K Lindsay and Dean Rankine, while amazing writers and incredible talents in their fields, are less well-versed in Phantom lore.Even so, no one was more surprised than X-Band podcaster and covertly-recording audience member Dan when Tom got down from the panel stage and swapped seats with him about 15 minutes in, after he made what he thought would be a short appearance with an audience comment on a point Dean had made, Jamie was very gracious in sharing his first ever Con panel with a ChronicleChamber blow-in and had some very nice words to say about the work we doKeep a special ear out for Jo, whose statements from the audience really have the potential to resonate with a lot of Phantom phans.Special thanks to all panel members -  especially Tom Taylor - as well as the moderator for being accommodating enough to bring ChronicleChamber onto the stage and contribute in some way to the conversation.Happy Phantoming!Support the show

In this episode Steve, Jermayn and Dan discuss the latest news in the world of the Phantom, including the announcement that Fantomet will be no more.  Jermayn and Dan get excited over clothes and the phellas also discuss the Frew price rise.  There are a number of comics reviewed as well.  From Frew- 1824-1827, plus the 7th edition of both the Giant Size and Phantom's World comics and Kid Phantom 6.  Mikael also returns with his review of the latest issue of Fantomen.Merry Phantoming!Support the show

In this episode we are honoured to be joined by one of the most prolific The Phantom Daily newspaper strip artists, and the only one to share his initials with our hero!Keith Williams picked up the strip after Sy Barry retired and, together with penciller George Olesen, worked on the strip from 1994-2005. In total, he inked 32 Daily stories and was at the helm when the 1996 Billy Zane film premiered. Post 2005, Keith also inked The Phantom stories for both Moonstone (the Captain Action crossover stories) and Egmont. Armed with a host of queries from Patreon supporters who were given the opportunity to submit their questions, Jermayn and Dan are able to have a truly wide-ranging conversation with the New York based artist.​​In the podcast Keith chats about his heroes in the comic art world and shares the time he sought advice from his teacher and mentor, the legendary Will Eisner - "Should I take up this offer of doing The Phantom strip?"It's fascinating to hear how Keith faced the daunting task of taking over from Sy Barry, the man who many phans consider to be the greatest Phantom artist of all time. Keith also reflects on working with three different authors in Lee Falk, Claes Reimerthi, and Tony DePaul.One particularly compelling part of the conversation is as Keith reflects on being an African-American artist working on what some critics perceive to be a comic strip troubled with a white supremacist hero and other racist undertones.We know you will enjoy this conversation with a very unassuming and humble man, who played a crucial role in the journey of our hero. As always - Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Jermayn, Dan and Steve chat with comics author and board game designer Dale Maccanti about his most recently published stories and about the progress of the highly anticipated The Phantom board game.Support the show

Daily story #249 A Reckoning with the Nomad has certainly been one of the most fascinating newspaper stories of recent times. It's been a seminal story in the development of Heloise in particular, and has been an action-packed culmination of a seven year battle between Kit Walker and Eric Sahara.In this episode of X-Band we are privileged enough to talk to author Tony DePaul and artist Mike Manley about the story, the creative process, phans' reactions, character development, inspirations, the future... it's an incredibly revealing and insightful conversation.Clearly you will need to have read the story to get the most out of this chat. If you've fallen behind you can check it out here https://comicskingdom.com/phantom/2018-02-19 It's well worth the read - it honestly is a great story!We'd also recommend watching the YouTube version of the podcast as we show all the panels we're talking about during the video conversation. Happy Phantoming!Support the show

In this episode, Steve, Jermayn and Dan review 11 comics, including Frew's 70th anniversary special and Ireland's Lightning Strike #1.Strap in for 2 1/2 hours of all the phun and phrivolity that you have come to expect from the ChronicleChamber phellas on the world's greatest Phantom podcast, X-Band: The Phantom Podcast!Support the show

There are times, it is said, when The Phantom should stay out of politics. Our guest in Episode 101 would vehemently disagree!Robert Aman may not yet be a big name in Phantom circles, but the chat we had with him in the podcast may well be one of the most fascinating in the history of X-Band.A Senior Lecturer in Education at Linköping University (Sweden), Robert conducts research into ideology, national identity and the politics of representation in comics.His argument about the influence of Swedish national and foreign policy on The Phantom is compelling, but perhaps not quite as fascinating as his argument about the influence of the Phantom on Swedish national and foreign policy!Robert explains to us how Team Fantomen reimagined The Phantom to have him become a leading proponent of international solidarity and social justice.He has had his Phantom-focused writing published in the Journal of Graphic Novels and Comics, which you can find here: https://doi.org/10.1080/21504857.2017.1403334Excitingly, Robert has also just signed with Palgrave Macmillan to publish a book on these ideas, with probable release in late 2019 or early 2020.If this chat intrigues you as much as it did us, you can email Robert at [email protected] to keep the conversation going for yourself.Support the show

Yes! We've finally made it, X-Band: The Phantom Podcast's 100th (not counting A eps) episode and boy do we have a show in store for you! First off, thank you to everyone who downloads us and listens to our podcast, if it wasn't for you we wouldn't have made it this far. To everyone who has been a guest, thank you. We are all truly grateful for you making time for us, and of course, a big thank you to Joe who got the podcast started in the first place, thanks mate. In our 100th episode we take a look back at milestone issues from Frew and Egmont, but we also have a very special treat for you. To open the show we have... I can't tell you, you're going to have to listen to find out. Happy Phantoming!Support the show

It's like Frew found their missing #330!! 11 months after it was first recorded, we've finally re-created the missing Episode 74 of X-Band! It took sincere apologies, plates of humble pie and exorbitant legal costs, but finally ChronicleChamber has been able to persuade Australian comedian Sammy J and his former school gardener Duncan Munro to re-join us and reminisce on one of the top 5 most hilarious Phantom-themed comedy shows ever to tour Australia: Hero Complex.Support the show

In a wide-ranging and thought-provoking interview, the ChronicleChamber team picks the brains of the American publishers of The Phantom, Dan Herman and Sabrina Herman of Hermes Press.Support the show

The ChroncileChamber team discuss the latest news in the world of The Phantom, including the latest merch, as well as reviewing the latest issues from Frew (1810-1815, Giant Size #5, Phantom's World #5 and Kid Phantom #5)Support the show

Part 2 of the Chronicle Chamber's interview with former Egmont publisher Ulf Granberg continues where part 1's cliff hanger left off. This is the conclusion of one of our most insightful interviews which will no doubt have many a phan delving back into their collections to find the stories that Ulf is referencing. Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Wow! What a massive Phantom Weekend! Supanova Sydney and the LFMBEC Dinner promised much and delivered in spades! Join Steve as he wanders in wide-eyed wonderment, Dan as he tries desperately to remember everyone's name from 12 months ago and Jermayn as he wheels and deals throughout the weekend. This episode is full of the fun and frivolity that only a bunch of mad Phantom phans can have on a weekend away (as such just beware a couple of naughty words may have slipped through- nothing too bad, but it might make your grandma "Tutt, tutt.") Also, included in this podcast is Andrew Constant's memorable speech from the LFMBEC Dinner and the infamous "POD BOMB". Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Opportunities like this do not come along very often. Ulf Granberg is the man behind Egmont in their glory years - he was the editor of the Swedish Phantom comic book, Fantomen from 1973 to 1987, then again from 2003 to 2012. From 1973-2012 Ulf was head of Team Fantomen, the group of creators responsible for producing Phantom stories for Semic then Egmont. Ulf has also written over 30 Phantom stories himself.That is over 40 years of being paid to write, edit, read and plot our hero!Ulf is a treasure trove of stories and anecdotes. He interacted with creators from Lee Falk, Sy Barry, Norman Worker, Jamie Vallve and the list goes on and on. and on and on and on!!This interview is so good and so long, Ulf was so very generous with his time, we have had to split it into several parts. Enjoy part 1, and ...Happy Phantoming!Support the show

With Supanova Sydney and the LFMBEC Dinner only a week and a half away, Dan, Jermayn and Steve have a chat about what we know Frew is offering, what we think we know Frew is offering, and what we really hope Frew is offering. We also cover what you should bring with you to ensure that the item that you've had your eye on forever can get home safe and what we are most looking forward to over the weekend. Happy Phantoming!Support the show

In this episode, Dan, Jerm, Steve, along with a special appearance by Gus, review the latest comics in the world of the Phantom. The phellas also discuss the latest news in the Phantom's World. EnjoySupport the show

Since Lee Falk's passing in 1999 Tony DePaul has manned the helm of The Phantom daily and Sunday Newspaper Strips. Over that time he has created many memorable characters and storylines. Recently the team at ChronicleChamber had the opportunity to interview Tony about his work on our favourite comic hero. What followed was a fascinating insight into Tony's history and passion with the Phantom. Enjoy and Happy Phantoming!Support the show

A multi platform episode this one! Dan, Jermayn and Steve synchronise their time zones in order to watch and create a commentary on the recently released Phan made Phantom movie from India- Cholomon Oshoriri. This was a lot of fun to do and we hope that you get a buzz out of it too. After the commentary Dan and Jermayn interview two of the creators of the film, Abir Roy (Director & Editor) and Sagardeep Roy (Actor- Cholomon). Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Steve, Dan and Jermayn review the latest comics from Frew (1803-1805 & GS4) and chat about all the latest news in the world of the Phantom, including: A new Phantom clothing line by Finnish company Billebeino, how to buy Frews if you live in Europe, latest 'Con' and publisher news. Also, there may have been a new discovery regarding languages that the Phantom has been published in. Happy Phantoming!Support the show

This podcast is a fascinating story of an aspiring artist who proves that it is never too late to chase your dreams, and that opportunity can knock when you least expect it. Shane Foley is a relatively newly published Phantom artist, illustrating Frew covers for issues #1754, #1757, #1768 and #1788, but he has been drawing comics and submitting Ideas for almost 30 years! Join the phellas as they chat with the wonderfully talented Shane Foley. Enjoy and Happy Phantoming!Support the show

In a very special X-Band, recorded on the 82nd anniversary of the debut of the newspaper strip, the phellas are lucky enough to talk to current The Phantom Daily artist, Mike Manley.Mike has worked on the Phantom for almost two years, and on Judge Parker for eight years, so he has a wealth of experience when it comes to the schedules and deadlines that face a comic strip artist in 2018.Mike tells us about his history as a comic book artist, animator and teacher. We discuss his process in drawing the strip and the balance of digital vs pen and paper, as well as using assistants. Mike responds to some of the online criticism that every artist seems to receive, and also shares his thoughts about the future of the Phantom character and the strip in general.It's a fascinating chat with a fascinating man - we know you'll enjoy it!Happy Phantoming.Support the show

Lightning Strike Comic Books may be a small Indi publisher in the scheme of things, but they have grand plans for our favourite purple comic book hero! In this episode, Dan and Jermayn speak to Eoin McCauly, one half of the Lightning Strike brains trust. He tells a little more about his company and it's place in Irish comic publishing history. Eoin clears the air about the ill-fated Australian delivery of their second Phantom book Scarlet Sapphire, as well as some of the stories behind their first foray into the Deep Woods, Tales of the Ghost Who Walks. Then in big news, Eoin shares a lot of information about Lightning Strike's plans for 2018 - and we guarantee this will have you salivating. Support the show

Steve, Dan and Jermayn review the latest comics from Frew including the 2018 Annual- The Phantom Goes West and Kid Phantom no. 3. In the second half of the podcast the phellas are joined by Dale Maccanti who, as well as dropping a few more details about the game play for the upcoming Phantom board game, has a major announcement regarding a kickstarter bonus! Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Dan and Jermayn speak with one of the foremost authorities on all things Phantom, the co-founder of the Friends of the Phantom, Pete Klaus. Pete has had a number of cameos in Phantom stories and was able to tell many a story about his relationships with Lee Falk, Sy Barry and Ulf Granberg. He is also regarded as the world's premier Phantom collector and possesses more knowledge about the toys than anyone. Enjoy and Happy Phantoming!Support the show

It is X-Band: The Phantom Podcast's annual Year in Review Best of show where Steve, Dan and Jermayn get to share with you their picks for a number of categories. These categories are: Best Cover (Frew/ Non-Frew), Best Writer, Best Artist, Best Issue (Frew/ Non-Frew), Best Story, Best Merchandise, Best Addition to the Collection, Best ChronicleChamber moment. During all of this the phellas reflect on the year that was while looking forward to the one that is to come. Happy Phantoming!Support the show

It's a bumper Xmas special from the ChronicleChamber team as we review the latest Frew comics and discuss some of the news to come out of our interview with Glenn Ford.The VERY BIG NEWS to break in this podcast comes in the form of an absolute first - an interview in a Comics and News podcast! We're lucky enough to chat with Alex Wynnter, one of the co-designers of the board game Glenn leaked in his interview. He tells us quite a lot about the upcoming game, including some design details, a timeline of production, where to see the prototype, how phans can get involved in launching it etc etc etc.This is a very exciting must-listen interview! Listen from 14:15 to 1:00:15 to get all the information!! We'll also be putting up a written post in the very near future too.As for the rest of it, it's the usual banter and phrivolity of the CC team. Yes it's a longer one, but don't forget it's like a Trade Paperback or a Christmas lunch - you don't have to finish to it all in one sitting!Happy holidays to you all - Merry Phantoming!Support the show

In this episode of X-Band, the ChronicleChamber team is delighted to spend a couple of hours speaking with the publisher of Phantom comics in Australia - Glenn Ford.We last spoke to Glenn on Episode 33, almost exactly two years ago, and so much has changed since then! To find out about the phan, the creator and the artist, go back and listen to that one. To find out about Frew Publications - listen to this one!It's a monster recording, but only because we covered so much territory. Glenn really is an open book, and shares with us lots of ideas from throughout the Frewniverse:The process of taking over Frew Publications, and the reaction from phans to the new Frew Crew.The legacy of Jim ShepherdImpact of changes the Frew Crew have brought inGeneral operations at Frew, and future plans - including new concept comicsRelationships with King Features, as well as with Local Comic Store ownersInsights into the 2018 Annual, with revelations about the theme and included giveawaysUpcoming products from Frew - so many cool things!!Reasoning behind and goals for Phantom’s World and GiantsizeThoughts on the impact of Kid Phantom, and a few insights into upcoming issuesArtists posting commissioned Phantom work on social mediaNew stories commissioned by Frew, with Australian and international creatorsRelease of trade paperbacksPlans for Heart of Darkness and Phantom by GaslightThe dream of international distributionAnd of course, we also had to quiz Glenn a little on Phanfare!Plans for more jigsaw puzzlesThe phantastic life-size bustUpcoming productsCave gear – a "man cave" sub-line from PhanfareAnd finally, Jermayn couldn't miss the opportunity to ask:Where are the Gallery Series pt 2 trading cards?It's a long one, but it's totally worthwhile. Fascinating listening, we know you will enjoy - you may even have to listen to it twice to get your head around everything!!Happy Phantoming!Support the show

It's been a while since we last got together to chat about Frew Phantom comics, so there's a bit to get through in this episode! Starting with the outstanding 40th Wedding Anniversary special and working back over all the issues released over the last couple of months, Steve, Jermayn and Dan look over the stories and discuss all the art, the narratives and nuances. Some spoilers of course, so make sure you read your Phantom comics!!Support the show

Dan and Jermayn go back to school in Episode 83, when we talk to one of the world's foremost academic experts on The Phantom, Kevin Patrick, author of the recently released The Phantom Unmasked: America's First Superhero. In a wide-ranging discussion, the phellas discuss the cultural phenomenon that is The Phantom, the spread of the character and comic strip around the world, and discuss reasons for his popularity (or otherwise) in Australia, India, Sweden and the USA. Kevin also provides some fascinating insights into the history of King Features Syndicate and the business that is The Phantom.Support the show

In a quick conversation to round out the podcast month, Jermayn and Dan discuss something that we once only dreamed about: not one but two new Phantom films!While the Phantom phandom waits for Hollywood to take their next foray into the world of the Ghost Who Walks, filmmakers on two different continents are releasing their take on our favourite hero: Choloman Oshoriri from Dreamcity Artists in Kolkata India, and Kid Phantom: Homework from Griffith Film School in Brisbane Australia.In a podcast of two parts, Germ and Dan sit down together to watch both the trailer for Choloman (see below - the full feature is due out late November) and the complete Homework film, and share their thoughts!Support the show

Of the X-Band podcast team, only Dan (JM6401) is old enough to have joined up and become an active member, so he was dead keen to record an episode where we trawl back over the history of The Phantom Club.To help the conversation and make sure the phellas get their facts right, we are lucky enough to be joined by two Life Members who also delight in re-living old times and sharing some of their memories of what was probably the greatest period to be a phan. This really is a wonderful conversation and a must-listen for anyone who ever was a member, or who ever wanted to be. Support the show

It's always a thrill when we get to talk to passionate Phantom phans, and there are few more passionate than this father and son combination!Australian phans should be very familiar with the father in the pair - one of the greatest rugby league players to ever pull on a boot: The King, the Emperor of Lang Park, an official Rugby League Immortal, and one of only three men whose photo has appeared on a Phantom trading card ... none other than Wally Lewis.Wally is joined by son Mitch Lewis, who has certainly caught the Phantom bug from his dad. What follows is an entertaining inter-generational chat about all things Ghost Who Walks. We hope you enjoy listening to this as much as we did recording it! Happy Phantoming!Support the show

The eagerly anticipated 3 Part The 22nd Phantom: Empty Throne Saga has just been published by Frew and the phellas are ready to go hammer and tongs into a review.  Though the phellas enjoyed the saga there is still a lot that they disagree on.  This amount of debate probably hasn't been witnessed since the Falkist vs Modernist debate but in this episode Steve comes down from his comfy perch on the fence.  A highly entertaining, and somewhat heated discussion that you don't want to miss. Happy Phantoming!Support the show

In X-Band: The Phantom Podcast - Episode 78, Jermayn and Dan are lucky enough to interview one of Frew's newest cover artists: Jamie Johnson. Jamie talks about his personal history with The Phantom and his process as an artist. We discuss in detail his amazing, history-making, and beautiful triptych of The 22nd Phantom covers, which have set Australian audiences buzzing over the last few weeks. We are also blown away when Jamie leaks a very special exclusive announcement about an upcoming project. This is a podcast that is not to be missed. Press play already!Support the show

Steve and Dan run through the latest news in the world of Phantom Phandom including the release of the 2018 Mallon Diary and Wall Calendar, as well as the new subscription offers from FREW (and their incentives to sign up). The phellas also discuss the upcoming release of Kevin Patrick's thesis, "The Phantom Unmasked", which will be hitting bookshops in the near future. Also, just for something a little different, Steve and Dan discuss their thoughts on the recent Daily Story "The Curse of Old Man Mozz". It is worth noting that we recorded this episode before Tony DePaul published his blog post about the same story. As always we hope you enjoy it and Happy Phantoming!Support the show

In Episode 76 of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast, we are very pleased to bring you a recording of the Kid Phantom panel from Oz ComicCon in Brisbane on September 23, 2017.The panel consists of illustrator Dr Paul Mason and writer Andrew Constant, as well as the late but very valuable addition of editor of Kid Phantom and co-owner of Frew Publications, Glenn Ford.The team discuss:the conception of the Kid Phantom comic book seriesthe plot of Kid Phantom for those who came in latethe prospect of a Phantom movie – and the revelation that there is soon to be a short Kid Phantom animated film!what each of the team like about working on the projecthow they came to meet and work togetherwhether Phantom comics should be published in colourwhether Kid Phantom should have been about the 21st Phantom, or the 22ndKid Phantom as a trade paperbackother projects that Frew are working on at the moment: including Phantom by Gaslight, a Phantom in the Wild West, Phantoms in various theatres of war, a trade paperback of Heart of Darkness and a For Those Who Came In Late collection that is planned for release before Christmas this yearthe changing business model of Frewthe prospect of the Phantom featuring in crossover stories with other comic book heroesthe potential longevity of Kid Phantom as a series​Enjoy!Support the show

In Episode 75 - The Collection That Does Not Die we’re focusing on all things to do with being a Phantom Collector! Modest accumulators Steve and Dan are joined by two of Australia's foremost Phantom collectors, ChronicleChamber's own Jermayn Parker and returning guest Jon Cookson. In a wide-ranging and comprehensive discussion, the gents discuss their own approaches to collecting, as well as others they have heard of. We explain why and how we collect, how we buy the items in our collection, how we store them, and what we plan on doing with them long term - including after we die! So whether you're a completist, an investor, an art lover, a slabber or a simple gatherer, there's something here for you!Support the show

In the tradition of FREW here is X-Band: The Phantom Podcast's first "A" episode! In the second half of Episode 73, Steve, Jerm and Dan continue talking about the latest Comics and News ... and in this case it's all about Frew! Get yourself ready for the reviews by reading: #1788 The Baronkhan Sedition / SOS Phantom The Pirate Raiders #1789 Tiger Girl / The Lady Luck pts 1 & 2 #1790 The Cold Fire Worshippers / Phantom by Gaslight Pt 2 #1791 The Belt / The Master Spy / The Lady From Nowhere / The Crooner   Happy Phantoming!Support the show

Comics and News, News and Comics! Steve, Jermayn and Dan look back at a quieter month of Phantom news, yet still manage to talk for an hour and not get finished! We review the Ikon Collectables competition, look at the recently released products that are likely to empty our wallets, argue about how much creators should share, and review the long-awaited Hermes Press publication President Kennedy's Mission. As always, there's a lot to talk about! Happy Phantoming!Support the show

It feels like an eternity since we've had a podcast but we are back with a bang interviewing one of the hottest, newest Egmont Phantom cover artists of our time - Henrik Sahlström from Sweden. Unfortunately Stephen and Dan were unable to join us but that didn't stop Jermayn carrying the baton and bringing in a great insightful discussion with Henrik. We touch upon his day job, his love for comics and Fantomen as a child and the amazing story of how he got offered a childhood dream- an opportunity to draw the Phantom and get paid for it! We also share an insightful look at the process and dissect some of his covers. This will fast become an interview of the ages so don't miss outSupport the show

Dan, Jermayn and Steve are back with an episode jam packed with all the Phantom news and comic reviews that you need to listen too.  The phellas are still on high after Supernova and are incredibly excited about all the latest innovations put forward by Frew and other companies.  Pour yourself a nice long glass of milk and take a seat in your most comfy skull throne and enjoy one of the biggest podcasts that we've done.  Happy Phantoming! Support the show

In a very special X-Band, the phellas are lucky enough to talk to new Sunday artist, Jeff Weigel. Jeff takes the opportunity to introduce himself to phans, filling us in on his history and background as an artist, as well as his history with the Ghost Who Walks. We find out a little about how Jeff has been re-acquainting himself with Phantom Country, and the support he's been receiving from outgoing author Tony DePaul. Jeff also tells us what he knows about the change of writer. There are also some fascinating insights into the process of creating art for a modern Phantom artist, as Jeff takes us through the pros and cons of digital versus traditional drawing.Support the show

Over the last 9 months or so, phans at Comic Conventions or on Facebook might be excused for doing a double-take as they see a new but very familiar looking comic book, The Demon.Artist and author Matt Kyme makes no secret of the fact that his character and product design is inspired by his favourite character The Phantom; his favourite creators Lee Falk and Ray Moore; and his favourite publisher Frew.Despite the first issue of The Demon recently being nominated for a Ledger Award, many phans are understandably wary of a book that just looks so much like their beloved comic strip.With this in mind, Jermayn and Dan (Steve couldn't make it and he's been grumbling about it ever since!) invited Matt onto X-Band: The Phantom Podcast to talk about his creation and probe the line between being inspired by source material, and following it too closely.Support the show

For the first time ever, the X-Band Podcast team (well, 2/3 of us anyway) are in the same room together and recording a conversation they have in person! Jermayn and Dan share their Sydney Experience with you, touching on everything from finding each other at the airport and socialising on the Phriday night, through to Supanova Saturday and the Lee Falk Memorial Bengali Explorer's Club Dinner. We hear from a few special guests, including Kid Phantom artist Dr Paul Mason and Frew publisher Dudley Hogarth, and get a feel for the Phantom phun that is the Phantom Mecca Pilgrimage Sydney weekend!Support the show

In the second X-Band Podcast this week (!), Jermayn and Dan are joined by Jon Cookson to discuss their plans for the biggest day on an Australian phans calendar: Saturday at Sydney Supanova and the Lee Falk Memorial Bengalla Explorers Club (LFMBEC) Dinner! As the new-comer, Dan quizzes the experienced Germ and the veteran Jon about the origins and traditions of the day, getting a few tips for new players and advice about gear needed and dress codes applicable. Of course, a hot topic is Frew's plans for Supanova, including all the merch that we know will be available. When their attention turns to the Dinner, we're privileged to hear a few behind-the-scenes stories and an insight into the goings on at this auspicious annual gathering. We finish the podcast with another special guest, Philip Vincent, who will be cosplaying as The Phantom at Supanova!Support the show

In a podcast of epic proportions, Jermayn, Dan and Steve discuss the recent news in the Phantom universe, and boy is there a lot to talk about! Of course, the resignations of Tony DePaul (author) and Terry Beatty (artist) from the newspaper strips lead the conversation. Then the boys also dig their teeth into all the new Phantom merch that is available now or released at Supanova, news from publishers around the world, and the latest from both the Phantom Art Show and Hero Complex. In the second half of the podcast, the trio review Frew issues #1780 to #1784, as well as their Giantsize release. Saving the best till last ;) Scarlet Sapphire from Lightning Strike Comic Books also gets a run. So heat up some milk and settle in for some warming winter listening.Support the show

Introducing the creative team behind Frew's newest creation - Phantom by Gaslight !! On the X-Band this week, Jermayn and Dan welcome author Christopher Sequeira and artist Jason Paulos into the wonderful world of Phantom phandom. The boys quiz the creative team about their professional histories, the Gaslight genre, and how the Phantom fits into that world. We also find out a little about their creative processes, their philosophical approach, and the reasoning behind some of their creative decisions. Most excitingly, Christopher and Jason share some important details about the series: How many chapters are there? What is the deal with episode #0? Which characters might we expect to appear? With no spoilers but heaps of teasers, we know you will enjoy this prequel to Frew's Supanova special, issue #1785, the launch of Phantom by Gaslight !Support the show

In this episode Steve, Dan and Jermayn interview one of the world's foremost authorities on Phantom rings, in fact his written the book about them, Gary Horne. Gary recalls some background stories regarding the rings and proceeds to make the phellas incredibly jealous of his collection. This episode also references a number of pages from the book so is the perfect companion as you flick through the book. Enjoy!Support the show

Frew's latest innovation, The Kid Phantom, has been out in stores for about a fortnight now. For those who may not know about it the series follows the adventures of our hero as a boy as he journeys to America for his education. The team at Chronicle Chamber have been able to collect a number of 'reactions' from phans around the world and have put them all together in this podcast. So sit back and enjoy as X-Band opens the airwaves for the phans to review, The Kid Phantom!Support the show

The ChronicleChamber team are joined by Dr Paul Mason (artist) and Andrew Constant (writer), the creative team behind Frew's upcoming new series Kid Phantom! In this wide-ranging conversation, Paul and Andrew talk a little about their own professional histories and influences, but mostly delve into the world of Lee Falk, explaining some of their ideas, concepts and themes for the exciting new series. For every phan curious to know more about Kid Phantom, and especially if you have even the slightest doubt about the direction of the comic book, this is a must-listen!Support the show

In this Episode Steve, Dan and Jermayn review the latest comics from Frew (#1775 to #1778)Support the show

In this episode Jermayn, Dan and Steve are joined by phan and renown Falkist Jon as they discuss a trend that seems to be occurring in both the Dailies and the Scandinavian comics... are we seeing the lead up for the death of the 21st Phantom? This episode enjoys healthy discussion from phans on both sides of the argument- does the 21st need to die? (See if you can pick who's on which side before you listen). We hope you enjoy it and if you feel strongly about the topic please feel free to contact us.Support the show

No doubt you've already read our written review of the Opening, but in Episode 59 of X Band: The Phantom Podcast you will hear all the speeches from the Opening night, including the announcement of the winners of the saso.creative Phantom Downunder Art Prize, as well as the Artists' Talk held in the Gallery the following day. The Artists' Talk on Saturday features co-curators Dietmer Lederwasch and Peter Kingston, together with artists Dick Frizzell and Euan McLeod. Enjoy!Support the show

It has been 12 months since Glenn Ford and Rene White took over ownership of Frew Publications and, along with publisher Dudley Hogarth, formed the Frew Crew. For this episode Dan, Jermayn and Steve look back at Frew Crew: Year One going through stats, innovations, positives, minuses, and things we thought were interesting. We also put forward what we would like to see in Year Two. Enjoy!Support the show

Jermayn, Dan and Steve (who unfortunately had to leave due to unforeseen circumstances) conduct an insighting, interesting, and entertaining interview with Egmont author Goran Semb. Goran will be familiar to Australian Phantom readers with three of his stories being published by Frew- A Bandar's Pride, The Medicine Man's Daughter and Nuclear Terror. Enjoy!Support the show

In Episode 56 Jermayn, Dan and Steve review Frew Issues 1772-1774 which include the All American, All Colour Christmas special, as well as the 2017 Annual entitled The Girl Phantom. The Phellas also report on all of the news that has been coming out of Frew lately regarding everything from new Comic book titles to protector boards and bags. Also, for your listening pleasure, we have our new intro music kindly recorded for us by the incomparable, Sammy J! Enjoy!Support the show

Recorded on the weekend of 10-11 December 2016, this podcast features audio from the opening of The Phantom Art Show at the Tweed Regional Gallery in Murwillumbah, NSW. ChronicleChamber was lucky enough to attend the official opening on Saturday evening to record the first part of the podcast, where former Governor-General of Australia Dame Quentin Bryce and her husband Michael spoke about their experiences with the Phantom, and his impact on readers of all generations. You can read our full report of the evening here ( http://www.chroniclechamber.com/single-post/2016/12/12/Phantom-Art-Show---Tweed-Opening ) or watch the Bryces’ speeches on our YouTube channel ( https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osAk_94zbWA ). The second part of the podcast is a recording from Sunday morning, the discussion we had with co-curator of the exhibition Peter Kingston. Apologies up front for the quality of the audio in this episode, but if you turn it up to full volume you won’t miss much!Support the show

For the first Podcast of 2017, Steve, Dan and Jermayn take a look back at the year that was 2016. They share their thoughts on the best writers, best artists, best stories, best issues, best covers, best merch, best addition to our own Skull Caves, best moment of being part of the ChronicleChamber team, and what they thought of 2016 in relation to the Phantom and his 80th year in publication. Enjoy!Support the show

4 Different Time Zones 3 Awestruck Phans 2 Continents and Hemispheres Ladies and Gentleman... The one, Sy BarrySupport the show

In this episode Jermayn takes the reigns as he, Dan and Steve discuss the latest issues from Frew (#1767 to #1771) as well as Flash Gordon- Kings Cross #1. The phellas preview Frew's upcoming releases, namely the 2016 Christmas special and the 2017 Annual, which will be called The Girl Phantom. The boys also talk about the lack of trading cards and colouring books but are buoyed by the recent comments from Sal Velluto regarding the upcoming trading card series. Dan recaps the latest exhibition of the Phantom Art Show which has opened at Tweed Regional Gallery, Murwillumbah, Jermayn promotes Christmas gift ideas and Steve provides information for a couple of competitions. Enjoy!Support the show

Episode 51 is a podcast of 2 parts. Part 1 is Steve's interview with musician and Phantom Phan Michael Rowan regarding his song "For Those Who Came In Late" that he recorded back in the day with his band 'Infernal Racket'. This leads to the beginnings of a competition for any musical phans to enter in the new year- which will have a very special guest judge! Part 2 is a contribution to our Collector's Corner segment from Father and Son Phans Chase & Greg Brandon as they tell tales of their favourite pieces and communications with Mr Falk- Phriend of the podcast, Bradley Peach, also gets a mention. Enjoy!Support the show

Yes, it's here X-Band: The Phantom Podcast's 50th episode! There's no congratulating quite like self congratulating and the team are doing plenty of that as they reminisce about their favourite episodes and guests. The boys are joined by an extra special guest who, needless to say, is a blast from the past. The ghost who stats get a Guernsey, And finally the Goof Reel is back. Enjoy!Support the show

In this episode Jermayn takes the reigns as the boys discuss all the new merchandise that is coming out... just in time for Christmas! We have a new range of puzzles, rings, cards, clothes, diaries, journals, novels and posters to ask Santa for this Christmas, we hope you've been good boys and girls. The boys pay their respects to Phantom Artist Lindsay Walker and check out Antonio Lemos' freshly relaunched website. We have a response from Dudley regarding the use of colour in Frew's 80th Anniversary Special and we review the latest Frews (#1762-#1763) as well as the conclusion to the Kings Quest mini series. Dan has also got his hands on a physical copy of the Dublin Comic Con special. There's also a rare treat to finish off with with Steve getting his rant on. Enjoy!Support the show

In this Episode Dan, Jermayn and Steve review the hotly anticipated 80th Anniversary Special published by Frew. The episode opens with the boys recording their first impressions of the issue as soon as they open it. They then drag a fine tooth comb through every aspect of the publication. Was the colour a success? Does Jermayn agree with Barry's history? What's Dan's opinion on the non-inclusion of any Falk stories? Can Steve somehow reign these guys in so that we don't go off in too many tangents? The running time of this episode reflects the size of the issue and clocks in at a shade over 2 hours. The perfect companion as you take the family for a drive these school holidays. Enjoy!Support the show

In the lead up to 30th of September and the opening of The Phantom Art Show in Broken Hill, NSW, Dan chats with co-curators Peter Kingston and Dietmar Lederwasch. Recorded in the period between the Toowoomba and Broken Hill exhibitions, this conversation is a follow up to X-Band episode 42 when Dan, Chris, Gary and Angus reviewed the Toowoomba exhibition. These interviews offer some insight into an older generation of Phantom phans, and examines why two men would collect and commission Phantom themed artworks from some of Australia’s most renowned artists. Please note that the music used through the podcast is taken from Fanta, the short Phantom film that Peter Kingston created with Garry Shead and Gavin Wilson in the 1970s. Support the show

In this episode the boys discuss the fallout from the biggest Phantom Nerd of the 90s battle. They also sink their teeth into Frew issues 1758, 1759 and 1760 and the phellas sure have a bit to say about the direction Reimerthi is going with his current story arc. The boys discuss the upcoming Phantom's World series as well as the soon to be published 80th anniversary edition by FREW. We also introduce a new segment called "Collectors' Corner" where you get the opportunity to tell the world about your phavourite piece in your collection, or maybe just your latest addition. So pour yourself a glass of milk, get comfy in your phavourite Skull Throne and enjoy!Support the show

In this episode Jermayn, Steve and Dan interview Phamous Phan, Sammy J, which was made possible by their mutual mate, Duncan. Sammy embraces his inner Phantom nerd and tells many a story about his life with the Phantom, one in particular is quite moving, where as others, as you would expect, are quite humorous. Support the show

In this episode Jermayn leads Dan and Steve as they discuss the latest Phantom news, including: Egmont's "Empty Throne" story, the passing of Frew artist Peter Chapman, Sal Velutto's fundraiser, The Frew-Phan Fare-Phantom's Vault connection, Frew comics in colour, Colouring in books, Frew Crew badges, the 80th anniversary, a Mandrake Movie, Dublin Comic Con, Bradford Exchange and Indian T-shirts! Phew, That's quite a bit to get through so brew yourself a nice cuppa, get comfy in your Phavourite Skull throne and catch up with all the news that is news.Support the show

In this episode Steve, Jermayn and Dan review the latest comics from Frew, including the conclusion to the 6 part "Nat Turner's Spirit" and the latest installments of "Heart of Darkness". Also, the phellas sink their teeth into the latest offerings from Dynamite with "Kings Quest" issues 2 and 3 and we announce the winner of the Price Guide Competition. Oh, and there's another new closing theme-can you pick where Steve got this one from?Support the show

In this episode Dan takes us on a tour of the Phantom Art Exhibition that was held at the Toowomba Art Gallery. Dan's special guests include Chris, Gary and Angus who all share their views on the Exhibition. In the second half, Jermayn travels to Sydney to attend the Supernova Pop Culture Expo and catches up with many Phantom Phans, as well as 2/3 of the Frew Crew, who drop an exclusive right here on the podcast! Enjoy!Support the show

Falkists vs Modernists! In this episode Steve moderates The Great Debate between Falkists and Modernists: That Lee Falk's Phantom is the One True Phantom. Jermayn takes the modernist's perspective and the boys are joined by Dan Fraser for the Falkists. Who will come out victorious? You be the judge!Support the show

In this episode Jermayn takes the reins as he and Steve report on all of the latest news in the world of the Phantom. Included are the new offerings from Hermes and Dynamite as well as Free Comic Book Day. They discuss the new price guide and Wilson McCoy Art exhibition in Sweden. There is a report on the upcoming LFMBEC dinner and new merchandise (coins, posters and model kits). There's also a new competition!Support the show

In this episode Steve and Jermayn discus the latest issues from Frew (1746-1752), as well as the new signature series and Kiwi covers that the Frew Crew have released.Support the show

In this episode Joe and Jermayn catch up news surrounding the Phantom's 80th anniversary and a whole slew of merch that is being released!Support the show

Recorded just before Joe left Australia, he and Jermayn discuss all the news that came out during that time, including the sad passing of artist Paul RyanSupport the show

It's the Phantom's 80th birthday and finally Frew have made an announcement on the future of the company. The boys sit down to discuss what we can hope for in the future of Australia's Phantom publisher.Support the show

In this episode the guys look back at the year that was and discuss their favorite Phantom moments from 2015. Will they match up with you felt made 2015 great? Have a listen and find out!Support the show

Sit down, relax and enjoy the first episode of X-Band for 2016! This episode the guys discuss all the news that's come out over the holiday period, discuss some of the goodies arriving for the Phantom's 80th anniversary and explain just what is going on with Frew Publications.Support the show

In this exclusive interview Australian Phantom artist Glenn takes up through his journey of working on The Phantom, all his various Phantom projects and even gives us some tantalizing hints as to what we can expect to see from both him and the Ghost Who Walks in 2016 and beyond. This is one episode you will not want to miss!Support the show

Episode #32 (yes, 32, not 31) has landed and it's a cracker! There is some big news to discuss such as Judith Shepherd stepping down from Frew Publications and an absolute Treasure Room full of new merch. And, of course, all the latest comics featuring not only some of the best non-Falk Phantom stories but also the Frew debut of a new artist. And if all that wasn't enough you get not one, but two rants this episode! Yes, there will be many a headphone set thrown folks, so check it out below!Support the show

In this special episode of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast Stephen talks to fellow phans Michael Rowe, Jimmy James and Nick Gordon at the Bendigo Comic Fair about their love for the character and the awesome collections they have amassed!Support the show

Joe, Jermayn and Stephen discuss all the latest Phantom news and comic releases in this slightly longer than usual episode.Support the show

Collectively, Joe, Jermayn and Steven have 65 years of Phantom phandom between them. For this episode of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast the boys discuss their top three favorites of everything from comics to collectibles that they've experienced in that 65 year stretch! Will they mention your favorite items or creators? Will one of the three love something you don't? Will their choices be obvious? Will they be controversial? Will we keep this hyperbole going? Be sure to download the episode and find out!Support the show

For the 28th episode of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast, Joe, Jermayn and Stephen have a heap of stuff to cover! From all the latest news to what's been appearing in Frew and their thoughts on the final issues of Dynamite Entertainment's King: The Phantom there is heaps here for every phan!Support the show

A lot has been said recently about the improvements Frew have made to the production quality of their comics. One area in particular has been greatly celebrated for its higher quality and this is the covers. Joe, Jermayn and Steven sit down and talk with one of the people directly responsible for this, cover artist Jeremy Mcpherson.Support the show

Yep, it's a brand new episode of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast in which we cover all of the latest Phantom news and, as the title of the episode suggests, talk a lot about Frew Publication!Support the show

The last few weeks have seen a slew of gatherings events in which Phantom phans took park. Supanova Sydney, the Lee Falk Memorial Bengalla Explorer's Club and Comic Con Melbourn were all attended by our intrepid reporters Jermayn Parker and Stephen and Tom East. Check out the episode to hear the a speach given by Phantom Sunday artist Terry Beatty and the low down on what went on at the eventsSupport the show

In the second part at our look at the history of Moonstone Books Jermayn and Joe discuss the remaining of Moonstone's graphic novels, their various spin-off and mini series and just what the legacy of this publisher is.Support the show

For eight years American publisher Moonstone Books produced arguable the best Phantom stories to come out of the US. In this two parter Joe and Jermayn discuss all of Moonstone's releases from graphic novels to mini series and of course the on-goings. If you're at all a phan of Moonstone's Phantom books or haven't yet experienced them this is an episode you won't want to miss! This is one we've been planning for a while so we hope you enjoy it!Support the show

In this special episode Joe, Jermayn and Stephen have the honour of talking to Philip Madden, writer of several popular Phantom stories from Egmont.Support the show

It's been a while since we've done a news and comics wrap up episode of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast so we have a whole slew of stuff to talk about this episode. From the Pop Vinyl figure to the first batch of King issues, it's all here! Support the show

After almost 80 years of publication to say there are a lot of Phantom collectibles out there is something of an understatement. Thus, in the 20th episode of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast Joe and Jermayn are joined by collector extraordinaire Jon Cookson to discuss everything collectables!Support the show

In this latest episode of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast, Joe ad Jermayn discuss all the latest in Phantom news, collectibles and comics as well as introduce a new segment to the show titled The Soapbox. Yes, you should be scared!Support the show

In this latest episode of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast, Joe, Jermayn and Stephen discuss the latest Phantom news and Frew comics during which the age-old topic of Frew covers once again rears it's head.Support the show

With Dynamite's steampunk adventure wrapped up Joe and Jermany, this time joined by fellow fan Stephen East, discuss the series. Concentrating on the Phantom's issues but also covering the series as a whole, the trio talk about what they liked, what they didn't and what they hope for the future.Support the show

For Phans living in Australia looking forward to Hermes Press' new PHANTOM series, it's been something of a turbulent time. Joe and Jermayn sit down to talk about just what is going on with this highly anticipated book.Support the show

Joe and Jermayn are back with another episode of the world's only Phantom podcast, X-Band. In Epsisode #15 the guys discuss, review and wax lyrical about all the latest Phantom news and Frew issues that have come about since the last episode. Support the show

In the fourteenth episode of X-Band: The Phantom Podcast, Joe and Jermayn talk to Andreas Erickson, a long time Phantom phan from Sweden. Discussion ranges from the origins of Team Fantomen to what will readers can look forward to in future issues and the Ghost Who Walks' impact on Swedish society. This is an episode not to miss!Support the show

In this episode Joe and Jermayn discuss all the latest Phantom news and comics, including the first installment of Frew's new Replica SeriesSupport the show

Finally recovered from the awesomeness that was the ChronicleChamber Gathering, Supanova and the Lee Falk Memorial Bengalla Explorers' Club dinner, Joe and Jermayn reminisce about the fun that was had discussing the items they bought, the people they met, the food they ate and the auction items they fought over.Support the show

A little overdue, but finally Joe and Jermayn sit down to discuss their thoughts on the final three issues of Dynamite Entertainment's King Watch. The boys give their thoughts and opinions on the story as a whole as well as the huge twists, turns and reveals that occur in the series' final issues. Needless to say, if you've not read the issues yet, HERE BE SPOILERS, so listen at your own risk. Support the show

In this episode Jermayn rejoins Joe as the two discuss all the latest Phantom news and comic issues as well as announce the very first X-Band competition!Support the show

In this episode Joe goes solo and discusses one of his very favourite things - Phantom 2040, from the animated to the video game and other interesting titbits.Support the show

In this episode Joe and Jermayn give their final thoughts on Frew's 2014 Annual as well as catching up on all the latest Phantom news and what issues they've been reading.Support the show

While at the "Enter the Phantom" exhibition, Jermayn was able to talk to various Phantom collectors, creators and other prominent folks in the Australian Phantom community who attended the show.Support the show

The Enter the Phantom exhibition has come and gone and there are many stories to tell from it. To fill us in on all those stories is Jermany Parker, my co-host on X-Band: The Phantom Podcast. Beginning with this, the first X-Band special, Jermayn will be filling us in on what happened at the exhibition as well as providing us with interviews with the various people to attended. In this first podcast, Jermayn tells us all about the exhibition itself.Support the show

Joe and Jermayn sit down with Phantom phan Bradley Peach to discuss the forthcoming exhibition of his Phantom collection in Aulbry, NSW. It's a great discussion with much joviality. Be sure to say right to the end as well for something a little extra.Support the show

In this episode the boys discuss all the news that has come out since episode five as well as what they thought of the most recent Frew issues (and Joe actually read one this time,). Jermayn also gives us a brief peak at Kings Watch #3 before our full review of issues #3 and #4 this is coming up.Support the show

Since the final issue of The Last Phantom was released at the end of 2010 phans have been wondering what Dynamite's follow up would be. It may have taken three years, but that follow up finally arrived in the form of Kings Watch. However, this series is separate to Last Phantom, instead taking ques from the classic animated TV show Defenders of the Earth, joining up the Phantom, Mandrake the Magician, Lothar and Flash Gordon in to one awesome, justice bringing team. Joe and Jermayn discuss the first two issues, offer up their thoughts and also their predictions for what might come next.Support the show

In this episode Joe and Jermayn continue their look at the longest running Phantom publisher and discuss the future of the company, as well as what kind of Phantom publishing company they would run if they had unlimited money.Support the show

In this episode Joe is again joined by Jermayn Parker as they discuss the history of the longest continually-running Phantom publisher, Frew Publications. So much was there to discuss that this epic episode had to be cut into two parts! Lean the history of Frew and hear what Joe and Jermayn think of Frew's long history and on-going present.Support the show

In the second episode of THE X-BAND, Joe talks with phan Jermayn Parker about last weekend's ChronicleChamber Gathering and the Lee Falk Memorial Bengali Explorers' Club Dinner, which took place in Sydney.Support the show

The first episode of X-BAND, the world's ONLY Phantom dedicated podcast, is here! Join phanboy JoeMD and Phantom artist Lindsay C. Walker as they discuss how they discovered the Phantom for the first time, lament on the passing of Jim Shepherd and muse about what we can hope to see in Kings Watch.Support the show