The Extras

Feb 24 2025 174 ep. 45 mins 72
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The Extras explores the behind the scenes extras of your favorite TV shows, movies, and animation, whether on digital, dvd/blu-ray and 4K, or your favorite streaming site.

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Revisiting Frankenstein Jr. and The Impossibles and Daffy Duck's Quackbusters

Feb 24 2025 23 mins  
Send us a text Animation historian Jerry Beck and Warner Archive's George Feltenstein continue our animation discussion. Together, they take listeners on a nostalgic journey back to the 1960s with the TV series "Frankenstein Jr. and the Impossibles." Jerry Beck reveals how this series captured the zeitgeist of its time and paved the way for iconic animated shows like "Josie and the

Restoring a Cinematic Legacy: Tom and Jerry The Complete CinemaScope Collection Blu-ray

Feb 18 2025 28 mins  
Send us a text Join animation historian Jerry Beck and George Feltenstein from the Warner Archive as they unfold the rich tapestry behind the Tom and Jerry CinemaScope Collection. Discover the revolutionary role of CinemaScope in the 1950s and how it breathed life into MGM studios amidst turbulent times. We promise you'll gain an understanding of how these iconic cartoons were meti

Warner Archive March Release Announcement

Feb 10 2025 58 mins  
Send us a text George Feltenstein joins the podcast to announce six March Blu-ray releases, PLUS he provides an update on why there were no February releases. George includes background on each film or TV series, the new HD master, and more clarification on the extras that will be included. And he always drops some knowledge about what is being worked on for the future. There is no

Rediscovering The 1970s Animated Sitcom Classic 'Wait Till Your Father Gets Home'

Feb 06 2025 21 mins  
Send us a text Animation enthusiasts and fans of television history are in for a treat as we unpack the animated sitcom "Wait Till Your Father Gets Home," which aired from 1972 to 1974, and is now available on Blu-ray from the Warner Archive. Joined by animation historian Jerry Beck and George Feltenstein from the Warner Archive, we promise a journey through the series' daring expl

Warner Archive December Blu-ray Reviews PLUS a Recap of 2024

Jan 07 2025 59 mins  
Send us a text George Feltenstein joins the podcast for our review of the Warner Archive’s six Blu-ray releases for December. We also provide a brief overview of THE SEARCHERS (1956) 4K release and what other reviewers are saying about the Warner Archive’s first 4K release. We wrap up our discussion with a look back at 2024, and what collectors can look forward to in 2025. Purc

Frank Capra, Robert Riskin and the Early Days of Columbia Studios

Dec 18 2024 56 mins  
Send us a text In this episode, Victoria Riskin, daughter of Oscar-winning writer Robert Riskin and Fay Wray, and award-winning writer-producer Steven C. Smith reveal the impact of director Frank Capra and his friend and collaborator writer Robert Riskin on the early success of Columbia Pictures. We also discuss two audio commentaries they provided for inclusion in the recently rel

Warner Archive January Release Announcement PLUS a February Animation Treat

Dec 10 2024 33 mins  
Send us a text George Feltenstein joins the podcast to announce six January Blu-ray releases, PLUS a highly anticipated February animation release. George provides background on each film or TV series, the new HD master, and more clarification on the extras that will be included. And he always drops some knowledge about what is being worked on for the future. There is no better way

Restoration & Reviews of 3 Classics: That's Entertainment, Humoresque, & Sweethearts PLUS a TV Western & 3 Post-2000 Comedies

Dec 06 2024 42 mins  
Send us a text George Feltenstein joins the podcast for our monthly review of the Warner Archive's latest Blu-ray releases for October and November. George provides good news on "Wait Till Your Father Gets Home" and when it might finally get a new release date. Then we dive into the tremendous amount of work that went into the restorations of THAT'S ENTERTAINMENT (1974), HUMORESQUE

Looney Tunes Collector's Choice Vol. 4 Review

Nov 25 2024 46 mins  
Send us a text Ever wondered how classic cartoons continue to capture our hearts and minds? Join us as we sit down with animation historian Jerry Beck and George Feltenstein from the Warner Archive to uncover the magic behind the 27 cartoons in the Looney Tunes Collector's Choice Volume 4 Blu-ray. Discover how these timeless cartoons, from the 1930s to the 1960s, have been preserve

Behind The Scenes of an Audio Commentary Team

Nov 14 2024 30 mins  
Send us a text Have you ever wondered what the people who record the audio commentaries of your favorite movies do to prepare? Well, even if you haven’t wondered, we take you behind the scenes with the audio commentary team of Dr. Steve Haberman and Constantine Nasr to get the real scoop on their process. This is a light-hearted and fun episode that I think you’ll enjoy. The Ex