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Part two of our super special double feature, an exclusive interview with comedian Brooks Wheelan. He tells us why "Powerman 5000" is *his* band and Brooks goes head-to-head with Reid in everybody's favorite quiz show, "Magic: The Gathering Card or Metal Band". We also have exclusive interviews from the floor of NCComicon Raleigh with artists Kyle Baker and Aeron Alfrey.

Director Robert D. Krzykowski & actor Sean Bridgers join CPGB's Ryan Parker at the Alamo Draft House in Raleigh to discuss their film "The Man Who Killed Hitler and Then The Bigfoot".  In this exclusive one-hour interview, Robert Krzykowski discusses how the film is both a character study and a love story, that examines life in a small town and the challenges of growing old. As the producer, director and writer of the movie, Robert provides us with a unique perspective on the challenges of making an independent film and what it was like to work with Academy Award nominated actor Sam Elliott. North Carolina native Sean Bridgers tells us about the two characters he plays in the movie, and how he tried to convince Robert to also let him play the characters of both Hitler and Bigfoot. Sean is currently working on the next season of the hit TV series "Get Shorty". The Man Who Killed Hitler and Then The Bigfoot is currently in theaters and also available on Blu Ray, DVD and several streaming sites. See the trai

Comedian Brooks Wheelan brings us stories from behind-the-scenes of Saturday Night Live and tells us how he walked away from a biomedical engineering job to pursue a career in comedy. Check out Brooks Wheelan's podcast "Entry Level  w/ Brooks Wheelan". We also have exclusive interviews from the floor of NC Comicon Raleigh with Robert Venditti, Rico Renzi and Steve Mannion. This is part one of a two-part episode. Part two will air May 1st and have more interviews from NC Comicon and the second half of our interview with Brooks Wheelan.

Ben Roberts of “Punks and Panels” podcast joins us to discuss the DIY aesthetic of comic books and punk music, plus a review of the comic book “Invasion from Planet Wrestletopia”. We delve into the controversy surrounding the repurposing of “The Punisher” logo. Ryan celebrates Kevin Smith’s new venture with “Howard the Duck”. Reid plays his first game of Dungeons and Dragons, tells us why he cried at the Raleigh “Metallica” show, and provides a first-hand review of the “Corrosion of Conformity” show at the Lincoln Theater. Plus the return of “Magic the Gathering Card or Metal Band?” and a fond farewell to comedian Brody Stevens.

We give a full audio analysis of Bill Maher's rant against comic book culture with our careful analytical dissection of his comedy and opinions (SPOILER: he's an asshole.) A preview of the 21st Annual Punk Rock Bowling festival in Las Vegas Nevada and a look ahead at the Iron Reagan show at the Maywood in Raleigh. Reid details his fishing excursions in the video game Red Dead redemption 2 as he prepares to play Dungeons and Dragons for the first time in front of a live audience. The return of everyone's favorite quiz show "Magic the Gathering Card or Metal Band?" Our top reads for the past month including Brian Posehn's "Forever Nerdy" and "Die" the comic book. Plus a fond farewell to punk legend Lorna Doom and comedy actor Bob Einstein.

Ring in the New Year with a fresh episode from CPGB. In Episode 12: a look back at all the cool Christmas loot we managed to scam out of our loved ones, the miracle that is GWAR, why Reid will never go back to Kentucky, the top tabletop games from last year, must-read comedy books from 2018 and a fond farewell to Penny Marshall.

Interviews from NC Comicon-Bull City in Durham, North Carolina with Tamara Robertson from "Mythbusters" and comic creators Ben Bishop, Becky Cloonan, Jeff Parker and Jeff Lemire. Plus a tearful tribute and farewell to Stan Lee. 

Unexpected return of Louis CK, roasting the X-Men, reviews of Alice Cooper and Dead Boys, D.O.A. comes to power in Canada, winning the Spiderman PS4 game, a look at Red Dead Redemption 2, Reid hates on mustard-based barbecue, Ryan reviews the "Stranger Things" comic and "Batman & The MAXX", and another installment of everyone's favorite quiz show, "Magic: the Gathering Card or Metal Band?"  

Seattle comedian Derek Sheen joins us in-studio at the Soda City Cola Comedy Festival in Columbia, SC.  Derek discusses: the comedy scene in Seattle, the Louis C.K. problem, a hotel located at the mouth of Hell, the bursting of the comedy bubble in the ‘90s, and so much more. Also, Reid finds something special in his hotel pillow and reviews the new PS4 Spiderman game. Plus, Derek and Reid square-off in everybody’s favorite quiz show: “Magic the Gathering Card or Metal Band?” DO NOT MISS THIS EPISODE!  Find Derek’s upcoming shows at https://www.dereksheenrulz.com/ Follow Derek on: twitter facebook  Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dereksheen666/  

Reid's adventures with comedian Brian Posehn. Ryan reports on the latest Rifftrax Live: "Krull" and David Cross's comedy tour makes a stop in the Bull City. Also, a preview of Raleigh's premiere music festival "Hopscotch".  Ryan joins forces with RPG non-profit organization The Role Initiative . Plus, reviews of the new "DC/Looney Tunes" and the "Rick and Morty/Dungeons & Dragons" crossover comic books. And a look at the biggest little comic show in NC, the "Raleigh Comic Book Show". And Reid locks horns with everyone's favorite quiz show, "Magic: The Gathering Card or Metal Band?"

Exclusive interviews with comic book artists Larry Hama, Tim Seeley and Bob McLeod. Titans of the comics industry chat with Reid and Ryan about their favorite comic book villain, rock & roll, and hot pants for Robin. Also, recaps of SUPERCON panels with Eisner Award winning writer Tom King, "Batman the Animated Series" voice actor Kevin Conroy, and rock mega-star Alice Cooper.  Plus, Reid's unhealthy obsession with Tom King EXPOSED! Reid also demonstrates how NOT to talk to Kevin Conroy. Ryan makes things awkward with Larry Hama and shares his passion for tennis with Bob McLeod.  Plus the nominations are out for the Gen Con EN World RPG Awards (the “ENnies”) and the winners from the 2018 Will Eisner Comic Industry Awards. 

The serious topic of the allegations of abuse and misuse of power in the comedy world. In punk & metal: Slayer's farewell tour, Raleigh Deathfest, YOB at Kings, GWAR on tour, farewell to Nick Knox, Steve Soto and Vinnie Paul.  In games: E3 announcements, the Origins Game Fair Awards, Gamestop looks for a buyer and starts selling comic books. In books: A crimewave hits Ultimate Comics, Batman and Catwoman's wedding SPOILED, Conan the Barbarian coming to Amazon, Reid attends HeroCon, Supercon Preview, Action Comics #1 sells for millions at auction. 

Stan Lee's BILLION DOLLAR lawsuit against POW!Entertainment, Reid visits with "Name Redacted" podcast where he drinks 40 ounce beers out of a pint glass (classy) and does a comedy set with a shock collar around his neck at Monstercade in Winston Salem. A look back at the Cape Fear Comedy Festival in Wilmington and the Oak City Comedy Festival in Raleigh. Rick and Morty creators Dan Harmon and Justin Roiland ink a 70 episode deal. Network ABC cancels the reboot of the popular sitcom "Roseanne", because the show's name sake can't stop race baiting on twitter. Samantha Bee apologies for her controversial use of the word "feckless" on her show "Full Frontal". Michelle Wolf does the opposite of apologize for her scathing set at the White House Correspondents Dinner (read the transcript here).  In punk & metal news, the band NOFX loses its sponsorship and its spotlight gig at "Camp Drunk in Public" because Fat Mike can't keep his mouth shut. Reid renews his nerd card at a Bit Brigade and Mega Colossus show at K

The delicate art of producing a comedy open mic and take a look ahead at the "Cape Fear" & "Oak City" comedy festivals. Reid talks about eating his first beef tongue taco and breaking up a nerd fight. In punk news, the new album "The Sciences" from doom stoner metal band "Sleep" and a look at some of the punk bands heading back to the studio. In gaming news, a rundown of the top 10 video games of the year, examining the new PS4 game "God of War" and looking at some of the new tabletop games that are coming out. And everyone's favorite quiz show is back, "Magic: The Gathering Card or Metal Band?" Ryan talks about unearthing quality comic book issues at the "Ultimate Comics Super Secret Warehouse Sale"and rants about comic digging etiquette. Reid fawns over "Action Comics" issue number 1000 of the "Superman" comic and looks ahead to Free Comic Book Day. Reid Pegram live stand-up performances: May 2nd, 8pm - Cape Fear Comedy Festival - Waterline Brewing Company in Wilmington, NC May 2nd, 9pm - Cape Fear Com

Premiere of your favorite new game show: "Magic the Gathering Card or Metal Band?", Reid stays at a sketchy beach motel, Ryan's favorite Communist comedians, DIY Punk & Comedy, Hot Sauce + Stand-up = Painful bits... of poo, Mac Sabbath at Motorco, latest tabletop game news: Pathfinder Second Edition, Star Wars Legion and Asmodee Launches an Entertainment division, Visiting NC Comicon (Reid gets crushed by a 12 year old), Remembering Meltdown Comics, Conan Returning to Marvel in 2019, NY Times Bestsellers Reid Pegram's live stand-up performances: April 5th, 8pm - "The People's Showcase: A Night of Stand-up Comedy" @ The Outpost in Raleigh, NC April 9th, 7:30pm - Charity Showcase for Interact April 11th, 9pm "The Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson House Party Comedy Open Mic" @ The outpost in Raleigh, NC April 13th, Copper Still Taproom in Thomasville, NC April 21st, North Star Cafe in Jacksonville, NC April 25th, 9pm "The Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson House Party Comedy Open Mic" @ The outpost in Raleigh, NC April 27t

A special one-hour interview with actress, comedian and manager of Goodnights Comedy Club in Raleigh, Brandy Brown. CPGB's new intro song "Wendigo" compliments of Raleigh metalheads "Mega Colossus", the other CPGB, an update on Reid's horrific knee injury, Ryan's DM seminar at Playthrough Gaming Convention, upcoming punk festivals, "Ready Player One" back on the best seller list Click here to see the trailer of the cult zombie movie "One Last Sunset" our guest starring Brandy Brown. Reid Pegram's live stand-up performances: March 10th, 9pm - "From the Couch" (storytelling show) @ The PIT in Chapel Hill, NC March 15th, 8pm - "Neptune's 4 Year Anniversary Show" @ Neptune's in Raleigh, NC March 21st, 7:45pm - "Comedy Overload" @ Deep South in Raleigh, NC  March 22nd, 7:30pm - "Behind the Laughs" @ Varsity Theatre in Chapel Hill, NC March 30-31, 8:00pm - Opening at Dead Crow Comedy Club in Wilmington, NC April 9th, 7:30pm - "Charity Show to Benefit Interact" @ Jordan Lake Brewing Company in Cary, NC May 2nd-5th

Welcome to the very first episode of the CPGB podcast. From the "Catacombs of Despair" located in the steam tunnels beneath the soft white underbelly of Raleigh, North Carolina, hosts Ryan Parker and Reid Pegram bring you the inaugural episode of "CPGB: Home of Underground Podcasting". In this episode, it's all about getting to know our hosts and the purpose behind the podcast. This month, Reid and Ryan talk about: The burgeoning comedy scene in North Carolina Reid's horrific injury and why it kept him from seeing one of his favorite metal bands Favorite punk and metal venues in the Triangle (and beyond)  report from the metal show at Slim's Downtown Distillery featuring: Mega Colossus, Knightmare, Children of the Reptile & Mortal Man The Punkrock Smackdown 7 at The Maywood featuring: Black Cat Attack, No Anger Control, Poison Anthem, Children of October, Ghosts of Saturday Nite, MechaBull, Safe Word, Machinegun Earl Reid's opinion on the greatest video game console of all time Why Ryan thinks we are in