Extraplasm Podcast

Extraplasm Podcast is a regularly recurring discussion of all things Ghostbusters and its fandom. Join your host Jim Maritato - AKA @venkmaniac - for updates on current events and headlines and interviews and guest conversations with makers, producers, and charitable organizations and ”franchises” within the Ghostbusters community!

Episode 102: Giving the Gift of Ghostbusting With Matt Zunich of Los Angeles Ghostbusters

Matt Zunich of the Los Angeles Ghostbusters rejoins the show to update us on how things are going with Starlight Foundation’s campaign to create a second Ghostbusters hospital gown for kids in their partnered medical care facilities, LAGB’s upcoming holiday toy drive efforts supporting Luskin Orthopoedic Institute and what they’ve got on the horizon for the rest of the year and beyond. Plus, find out about the latest Ghostbusters headlines, including Jim's thoughts on Ernie Hudson's desire to reprise his role in animated format, Dan Aykroyd's commentary on future appearances in Ghostbusters films, the HasLab Ecto-1 project, and more! Interested in supporting the LA Ghostbusters in their toy drive efforts?  Head here to help out: https://www.luskinoic.org/toys-and-joy by either donating funds directly to Luskin Orthopoedic's toy drive event, or by purchasing a toy from their Amazon Registry linked on the page! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

11-20
01:57:26

Episode 101: "Mooglie For President!" With Eric Christenson of the Mooglie Fan Club

It may be election day as we record the podcast, but rest assured, Extraplasm 101 is all paranormal and zero percent political, beyond our advocacy and love for Mooglie! Eric Christenson of the Mooglie Fan Club joins the podcast as co-host for a run down and discussion of the latest Ghostbusters headlines, including updates on Hasbro Pulse and Mondo’s campaigns to bring more Ghostbusters toys to every household, Ray Parker Jr, Bruce Springsteen and Mooglie shaped swimming pools funded by royalty checks, Ghostbusters Spirits Unleashed’s new “No Ghostly Felons Left Untrapped” gameplay, and more! All jokes aside: you will find no actual discussion of politics in this week’s episode despite being recorded on Election Night in the U.S. so if you need a palate cleanser, plug in your earbuds or fire up your Bluetooth speaker and join us for a fun chat! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

11-06
02:32:35

Episode 100: "Triple Digit Super Jackpot!" With Jason Fitzsimmons & Tony Taylor

Welcome to triple digits! Extraplasm rings in its 100th episode with an off-schedule format-breaking episode with Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News and Tony Taylor of Fantazm Shop! We chat about the big Ghostbusters reveals from New York Comic-Con including Hasbro's HasLab Ecto-1 reveal and Mondo's latest teases for their 1:12 Real Ghostbusters line.  Plus we dig into HalloweenCostumes.com's Scoleri Bros and Garraka offerings, Ghostbusters Spirits Unleashed's latest DLC, and a bunch of other conversational randomness along the way!  Thanks to Tony and Jason for being such a fun part of Extraplasm over the last 100 episodes and for joining the show to ring in the show's centennial!  Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

10-27
02:22:25

Episode 99: "Big Apple Busters" With Nick DeTibiiris, Ryan Espin & Topher Worley of NYC Ghostbusters

This week we are joined by NYC Ghostbusters members Nick DeTibiiris, Ryan Espin & Topher Worley to chat about about what they have on their schedule this month - including their forthcoming appearance at NYCC, their Ghostbusters location tours, some cool merch and charity raffles they have in store, and more!  Plus, we dig into our thoughts about what will be revealed by Hasbro and the annual representation of Ghostbusters at New York Comic-Con in general. And as always, get filled in on your Ghostbusters Headlines for the week! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

10-09
01:31:55

Episode 98: "Jersey's Finest Busters" With Nick Ferrara of Ecto-1NJ & Matt Daniels of Experience Explorers

Returning guests Nick Ferrara of Ecto-1NJ and Matt Daniels of the Experience Explorers YouTube channel join us this week to share some fun stories, fill us in on what Ecto-1NJ will be doing this Halloween season for ghost tours, for NY Comic-Con, and to tell us a bit about their new entertainment space full of movie cars and retro culture in NJ! Plus get filled in on this week's Ghostbusters Headlines! And don't forget to check out GothamCinemaRides.com to book NYC Ghost Tours in the Ecto-1NJ and more! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

10-03
01:37:39

Episode 97: "More Paranormal Sightings & Signings Than An Airport Ramada" With Matt Sanders of TCU Collectibles

Matt Sanders of TCU Collectibles and the Containment Unit Ghostbusters Autograph Collecting Group on Facebook joins the podcast to discuss signing opportunities past and present! Tune in as Jim and Matt debrief on their experiences meeting Ghostbusters talent for private signings back in June, and then find out what amazing signing opportunities Matt is helping to coordinate in a few weeks at the Spooky Empire convention in Florida! Plus find out about some of the most significant Ghostbusters Headlines since Jim was last behind the microphone! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

09-25
01:40:32

Episode 96: "Crossed Streams & Ice Cream Dreams" With Jason Fitzsimmons & Tony Taylor

After a month without guests in the Extraplasm Studio, Jason Fitzsimmons and Tony Taylor make their triumphant return to the show to chat with Jim about everything that's happened since SDCC. It's a fun show about everything that has us excited - from Halloween Horror Nights, to upcoming cartoon possibilities, to HasLabs and upcoming action figures - and even an off the rails discussion about Jason's new Ninja Creami, monster themed cereals, and imagined Ghostbusters ice cream flavors and brands (coming to GhostbustersNews.com and your grocer's freezer soon?!). It's all here in a fun and frenetic episode 96, along with the latest Ghostbusters Headlines! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX    

09-04
02:19:17

Episode 95: "Ghost Stories of a Haunted Firehouse" Revisited

This episode we're revisiting a classic Extraplasm episode from 2022 and introducing some new details and updates to an ongoing story! Back in 2022, Episode 10: Ghost Stories of a Haunted Firehouse covered the history of Fire Station 23 in Los Angeles - better known to many of us as the interior of the Ghostbusters Headquarters in the first two movies.  Nearly two years later, Jim's revisiting the episode for a remastered experience with improved audio, better editing, and -- most importantly -- an update on the effort of LA Department of Cultural Affairs and the Bureau of Engineering to convert the firehouse into a youth arts center.  And of course, the episode opens as usual with new Ghostbusters headlines.  Whether you're a newcomer to Extraplasm or a long term listener, there's something new for you in this week's episode! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX  

08-26
01:55:19

Episode 94: It's the All-Maritato Minisode!

Jim's checks in with a quick mini episode this week to touch base on Ghostbusters Headlines and comment on the State of the Podcast. Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX  

08-14
34:58

Episode 93: "Explicitly Ectoplasmic!" With FX Legend Steve Johnson

The legendary Steve Johnson joins the podcast this week to chat with us about the legacy of his Ghostbusters creations, including Slimer, the Library Ghost, the Taxi-Cab Driver Ghost, and so much more! Steve shares never before discussed details about Slimer with us this week, while also retelling stories of movie making among his Boss Films colleagues, his thoughts on AI, and more! Plus, find out about some cool limited edition light-up busts of the Library Ghost and Slimer at the end of this week's episode.  And if that wasn't all exciting enough -Jim's here to get you caught up on Ghostbusters headlines and offer his commentary on SDCC reveals! NOTE: This week's episode is a bit more candid and NSFW in its content as our guest tells dabbles into stories about drugs, sexuality, and of course, ghost butts. Tread carefully around your kids and bosses when listening to this week's episode! Be sure to check out Steve's busts over at http://www.tcutoys.com ! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX  

08-07
01:56:47

Episode 92: "Recharging the Protons" With Chris Stewart of The Crossrip

Chris Stewart rejoins the show after nearly 10 months since his last visit! We catch up about his podcast the Ghostbusters Interdimensional Crossrip, explore Chris's take on Ghostbusters Frozen Empire, revisit a controversial question about Egon's fate in Ghostbusters Afterlife, and theorize about what the future of Ghostbusters media could look like. Plus, find out about an all new Ghostbusters Podcast group Chris is running on a platform called Goodpods to help facilitate Ghostbusters fan discourse, as well as the week's headlines! Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

07-24
02:34:57

Episode 91: Ghostly Things & More At PropStore & Comic-Con 2024 With Jason Fitzsimmons

Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News sits in with Jim in guest co-host capacity as they delve into their thoughts on possible Ghostbusters announcements and reveals at San Diego Comic-Con next week, as well as the recently revealed PropStore catalog for the upcoming auction in Los Angeles! Find out our hopes and predictions for these two exciting upcoming events and get caught up on the past week's Ghostbusters headlines - all in this week's episode of Extraplasm!   Special Thanks Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

07-17
01:53:41

Episode 90: Behind the Rifts of Spirits Unleashed With Jared Gerritzen, Chief Creative Officer of Illfonic

Jared Gerritzen joins the podcast to tell tales of the development of Ghostbusters: Spirits Unleashed! Jared serves as the Chief Creative Officer for Illfonic - the developer of the hit video game. Find out how the game came about and changed through out its development with Ghost Corps, Jared's experiences pitching to Ivan Reitman and working with Dan Aykroyd and Ernie Hudson, the connections between Spirits Unleashed and Frozen Empire’s “Possessor” ghost, and even a tale of a family dinner with a Ghostbusters legend! Plus get filled in on the week's Ghostbusters Headlines!   Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

07-10
01:56:40

Episode 89: "It Really Rolls For Fundraising Initiatives!" With Bob Anderson of Windy City Ghostbusters / Bob After Dark

Bob Anderson of Windy City Ghostbusters and the Bob After Dark Podcast joins the show to chat about raising funds to support children in hospitals via Extra Life - a fundraising platform for streaming video and table top video games on Twitch. Find out how you can participate in Bob's upcoming live event where players from six Ghostbusters Franchises will come together for a session of the vintage Ghostbusters International RPG game West End Games while raising funds! Plus get caught up on the Ghostbusters Headlines of the previous week. Access Bob's streaming session this weekend at https://www.twitch.tv/bobafterdarkplays And don't forget -- use code EXTRAPLASM at Fantazmshop.com to get FREE SHIPPING on their Wave 1 Crypt Creepers! Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX  

07-03
01:15:05

Episode 88: A Ghostbusters Day for L.A. (And Randy Newman) With Miguel Medina & Matt Zunich of Los Angeles Ghostbusters

Miguel Medina and Matt Zunich join the show after a week's hiatus to recap their experience at the Los Angeles City Council's declaration of June 8th as Ghostbusters Day in the City of Los Angeles. Hear about how the event came together, unfolded, and its important connection to a new wave of Ghostbusters fan fundraising efforts to support Starlight Children's Foundation. Plus, get caught up on almost two weeks of Ghostbusters headlines!   Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

06-26
02:20:03

Episode 87: Recapping Ghostbusters Day 2024 With Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News

Jason Fitzsimmons joins the podcast this week as co-host for the entire episode for some recapping and commentary of Ghostbusters Day events in NYC and Los Angeles (including Jim's trip to the firehouse) as well as the various teases and announcements made by Sony/Ghost Corps and brand partners like Hasbro, Puma, nDreams and Illfonic! Happy Ghostbusters Day to all!   Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

06-12
02:29:27

Episode 86: "Happy Ghostbusters Day, Mr. President" With Eric Reich of Ghost Corps

As we approach Ghostbusters Day and the 40th anniversary of the film that began the fandom, the one and only Eric Reich of Ghost Corps joins the podcast!  Eric talks with us about the many hats he wears as a Senior Vice President, Brand Manager, and Executive Producer working on the Sony lot to advocate for all things related to "Ghosts & Ghostbusting," and also tells the tale of how he came to work alongside Ivan Reitman and in support of his legacy. And of course, we discuss Eric's take on Ghostbusters Day and the celebration of the 40th anniversary of the film we all love so dearly. Plus, find out about your last Ghostbusters headlines before the big day this weekend! Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

06-05
01:26:13

Episode 85: "Signed, Slimed, Delivered" With Tom Henry & Matt Sanders of TCU Collectibles (The Ghostbusters Containment Unit)

Tom Henry and Matt Sanders of TCU Collectibles (and the Ghostbusters Containment Unit autograph collecting group on Facebook) rejoin the podcast to talk about their slate of private signing opportunities taking place in June with Ghostbusters cast and crew members across the 40 years of the franchise! We chat about who they are meeting, what is on offer, and more! Plus get filled in on Ghostbusters headlines - including some exciting updates about Ghostbusters Day! Links From This Week's Episode: TCU Collectibles: https://www.facebook.com/TheGBContainmentUnit Buffalo Ghostbusters Auctions & Raffles: https://buffaloghostbusters.betterworld.org/ Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

05-29
01:21:41

Episode 84: Counting Down to Ghostbusters Day At NYC's Hook & Ladder 8 With Dan Liberg & Christopher Burns

We're less than 3 weeks away from Ghostbusters Day and the 40th Anniversary of the 1984 film!  Dan Liberg & Christopher Burns of the Buffalo Ghostbuters join the show to discuss the fan coordinated Ghostbusters Day event taking place at FDNY's Hook & Ladder 8 on Saturday June, 8th.  Find out about the event, the guests, the auctions & raffles, the merch, and all the ways that you can help support charity fundraising efforts for Hook & Ladder 8's charity of choice: The Tunnel To Towers Foundation. Plus get caught up on the Ghostbusters headlines of the last week! Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

05-22
01:56:45

Episode 83: Demons, Dieties & Digital Downloads With Jason Fitzsimmons & Tony Taylor

Jason Fitzsimmons of Ghostbusters News and Tony Taylor of Tony Taylor Toys and Fantazm Toys join the podcast to help unpack the digital release of Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire! We delve into deleted scenes, featurettes, and our thoughts on how the film came together in light of these new pieces of footage before turning to discussion of the 40th anniversary and what the rest of the year may hold. Plus, don't miss out on the weekly discussion of Ghostbusters headlines! Special Thanks & Credits Logo / Cover Art - Brendan Pearce, Badoochi Studios, @badoochistudios Theme Song - "Ghostbusters" by MAGNAVOX

05-15
02:16:26

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