Monday, May 24, 2010

Devils Due Best Seller List

01. GI Joe: Americas Elite #33 Sketch
02. Barack the Barbarian #2
03. Jericho Season 3 - Civil War #3 (of 6) cvr B
04. Barack the Barbarian #1 Comic-Con Excl cover
05. GI Joe: America's Elite TPB Vol. 5 World War III Omnibus
06. Barack the Barbarian #3
07. Barack the Barbarian #4
08. Barack the Barbarian: The Fall of Red Sarah!
09. Jericho Season 3 - Civil War #1 (of 6) cvr A
10. GI Joe: Americas Elite #34 NYCC

Operation Phoenix Update

May 21, 2010

Hello Fellow Rangers

I just wanted to check in and address some of the rumors and talk surrounding the comic and the future of Jericho. We have all been wondering, since DDP pulled issue #4 from release, what is going on. There has been speculation ranging from DDP going out of business to the comic has been canceled by CBS and everything in between.

Right now what we do know is that the comic was set for 6 issues with the first 3 being released 7 weeks apart. Issue 4 should have been released on Wednesday, April 28, 2010. We have been told by Sam, at DDP, that there is a CBS press release due out to explain the production delay. We have been told by Dan Shotz that the comic has been extended and that they have told us sales have been better than they could have hoped for.

Over the past 6 weeks, there have been numerous Jericho articles and related stories popping up on the internet and in Flash Forward on ABC and in 24 on Fox. There have been Jericho related storylines, names and actors all making references to Jericho; with Flash Forward having its own Ravenwood named Jericho, with James Remar as Jericho's General. To some this looks like some type of product placement or part of some type of direct marketing campaign.

Jericho was canceled in March 2007 and we sent nuts, faxes, calls and they caved and put the show back on the air. The second time around came with another cancellation in March 2008 and since that time we have collectively, through many means have kept Jericho alive.

CBS is a billion dollar business that makes it's money off of advertising, such as billboards and sport venues, as well as through television, licensing and film. It green lighted the comic because of everyone out there watching Jericho DVD's or on Netflix, attending Comic Con and Wondercon, as well as all the past campaigns and the ratings on the CW last year.

Comic Con is scheduled for July 22-25, in San Diego. Ratkeeper and I feel that based on the information and clues that we have seen, something will be announced at Comic Con. We have come a long way in 2 years and we still hold out hope today for more Jericho, because all of us through many different ways stood as one and did not let Jericho die.

We are still here and still have a chance. Let's see what the press release says and what happens at Comic Con in July.

Keep the Faith

Redsox1986

Future Traditions - Episode 32

Episode 32 of Future Traditions is now live! Visit link to listen or subscribe through Itunes (or another podcatching client) :)

Epix

Epix has said they are interested in bringing Jericho back, so we need to let Epix know how many Jericho fans want the show back!

Epix (pronounced "epics") is a new cable TV network that is operated by Studio 3 Partners, a joint venture between Viacom (specifically its subdivision Paramount Pictures), MGM, and Lionsgate. Epix will carry films from Paramount, MGM, Lionsgate, Roadside Attractions, and Samuel Goldwyn; as well as original programing.

Contact Epix via:
Mail:
Mr. Mark Greenberg
President and CEO
Epix, a Viacom Company
1515 Broadway
New York, NY 10036
Email: superfan@epixhd.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/EpixHD
Twitter: http://twitter.com/EpixHD

Epix has been added to the channel line-up of these carriers:

  • Verizon FIOS
  • Cox Cable
  • Mediacom
  • Charter
  • Dish - is adding a second Epix channel

Weekly On-Line Gatherings

Beau's Bark - Come join our "open house" chat for most of Tuesday evening to accommodate the time zones!! This is a fun time to get together with old friends and make some new ones! Looking forward to seeing you there! http://www.radiofreejericho.com/chat.html

Sportsman Lodge Bar - Every Friday 9:30 pm EST/ 6:30 pm PST, drop by have a drink and share a story. Go to last page of the thread.

Jericho Comic Book Club - Come chat with us on Tuesdays at 5 pm Pacific/8 pm Eastern. http://www.jericho-kansas.com You will need to be logged on to see the chat room link, which is under the community menu (chat for members). We are still discussing the second half of issue 2.

In-Person Ranger Activities and Events

East Coast Ranger Gathering (ECRG)
Boston, MA (Doubletree Club Boston Bayside)
June 11-13, 2010


Event webpage: Link

Lee has secured the unbelievable low rate of $89 per night (Thursday - Sunday). This is a FANTASTIC rate as this hotel sometimes charges upwards of $299 per night. There are NO rooms left for Thursday June 10. If anyone needs a room on Thursday they need to contact Lee at - gumbyfan79@aol.com.

The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle from to and from the airport as well as to downtown Boston. In addition, it is a short walk to the subway and just down the street from the JFK library for all you history buffs. The hotel is 2.5 miles from Downtown Boston and is located on the ocean.

The weekend will include but is not limited to the following:

  • Redsox -- Phillies game at Historic Fenway Park
  • Duck Tour which travels across the City, including a cruise on the Charles River
  • Historic Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall
  • Shopping and Dining
  • Freedom Trail
  • Walking Tour in the Public Gardens, including a ride on the Swan Boats (made famous in Book Make Way for Ducklings)
  • Visit to the USS Constitution, the oldest active commissioned warship in the US Navy
  • Visits to The North End (Little Italy) and China Town


Airfares are still looking GREAT from the east coast and quite affordable from other areas too. It's going to be another EPIC event we hope many Rangers (from EVERYWHERE) can attend.

We had a great turn out in Baltimore last year and are hoping for even more this year. For further details you can e-mail me at gumbyfan79@aol.com.


Western State Jericho Fan Tables

  • Spokane Comic Con, May 22, Spokane, WA
  • BayCon, May 29-31, Santa Clara, CA
  • ComicCon, July 21-25, San Diego, CA (must already have a ticket - the con is sold out)


If you can help at any of these tables, please contact Gwen: gwen@az-technology.com.


California Jericho Rangers
June 19th Demo & Picnic
Saturday, June 19th
Arlington Park in El Cerrito
Noon until 7 p.m., BBQ starts at 2 p.m.


Without regular J & R supplies, the Jericho residents need to learn to reuse materials. Our demonstration will be about the manipulation and reuse of nonferrous metal. We will be making forks from copper wire.

Join us and meet your fellow rangers, discuss the new story lines and enjoy the BBQ (chicken, hamburgers and hot dogs). Optional - Bring a dish to share.

Outside Jericho

Watch Brad Beyer (Stanley Richmond) in his short "Straight Bashers"

This short that Brad Beyer (Stanley Richmond) co-wrote/co-directed and stars in, "Straight Bashers", is on the main page of "Funny or Die". Spread the word and VOTE (you can vote more than once)! To vote press the funny icon after the video plays: Link

It is set in very familiar surroundings and co-stars some familiar faces! This is part one; part 2 & 3 will follow. Warning: It is more than a little off-color and has adult content.


Jericho Birthdays by Mud 62
Carol Barbee, Executive Producer - 5/22
A J Holyfield, Baseball Bat Kid - 5/27


Kitty's News Corner and TV Reminders

Fox renews Jon Steinberg's (Producer, co-creator of Jericho) "Human Target": Link

Beth Grant (Gracie Leigh) to star in play "Grace and Glorie" at Colony Theatre in LA June 9 -- July 18: Link

DB Sweeney's (John Goetz) online web series "Universal Dead" launches first episode: Link

Skeet Ulrich's (Jake Green) new show not on CBS' schedule yet but there is still hope: Link

Stephen Chbosky (Co-Creator, Jericho) book "Perks of a Wallflower" set to become a movie: Link

Shiloh Fernandez (Sean Henthorn) movie picked up for foreign distribution: Link

Some really great clips from Gerald McRaney's (Johnston Green) new TV show "Undercovers" (NBC): Link

TV Reminders:
Tuesdays:
David Muenier (Russell) "Justified" (FX)

Sunday May 30
Chris Kramer (Chavez) "Stranger in My Bed" (Lifetime Movie Network)

A great place to find out when your favorite Jericho actor is appearing on TV:
http://www.locatetv.com/

Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Jericho Comic Paperback

Per DDP, the current plan is for the paperback to come out in August. The paperback comes out after all six issues have been published.

You can pre-order the paperback here: Link

Epix

Epix has said they are interested in bringing Jericho back, so we need to let Epix know how many Jericho fans want the show back!

Epix (pronounced "epics") is a new cable TV network that is operated by Studio 3 Partners, a joint venture between Viacom (specifically its subdivision Paramount Pictures), MGM, and Lionsgate. Epix will carry films from Paramount, MGM, Lionsgate, Roadside Attractions, and Samuel Goldwyn; as well as original programing.

Contact Epix via:
Mail:
Mr. Mark Greenberg
President and CEO
Epix, a Viacom Company
1515 Broadway
New York, NY 10036
Email: superfan@epixhd.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/EpixHD
Twitter: http://twitter.com/EpixHD

Epix has been added to the channel line-up of these carriers:

  • Verizon FIOS
  • Cox Cable
  • Mediacom
  • Charter
  • Dish

Weekly On-Line Gatherings

Beau's Bark - Come join our "open house" chat for most of Tuesday evening to accommodate the time zones!! This is a fun time to get together with old friends and make some new ones! Looking forward to seeing you there!

Sportsman Lodge Bar - Every Friday 9:30 pm EST/ 6:30 pm PST, drop by have a drink and share a story. Go to last page of the thread.

Jericho Comic Book Club - Come chat with us on Tuesdays at 5 pm Pacific/8 pm Eastern. You will need to be logged on to see the chat room link, which is under the community menu (chat for members). We will be discussing the second half of issue 2.

In-Person Ranger Activities and Events

East Coast Ranger Gathering (ECRG)
Boston, MA (Doubletree Club Boston Bayside)
June 11-13, 2010


Event webpage: Link

Lee has secured the unbelievable low rate of $89 per night (Thursday - Sunday). This is a FANTASTIC rate as this hotel sometimes charges upwards of $299 per night. There are NO rooms left for Thursday June 10. If anyone needs a room on Thursday they need to contact Lee at - gumbyfan79@aol.com.

The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle from to and from the airport as well as to downtown Boston. In addition, it is a short walk to the subway and just down the street from the JFK library for all you history buffs. The hotel is 2.5 miles from Downtown Boston and is located on the ocean.

The weekend will include but is not limited to the following:

  • Redsox -- Phillies game at Historic Fenway Park
  • Duck Tour which travels across the City, including a cruise on the Charles River
  • Historic Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall
  • Shopping and Dining
  • Freedom Trail
  • Walking Tour in the Public Gardens, including a ride on the Swan Boats (made famous in Book Make Way for Ducklings)
  • Visit to the USS Constitution, the oldest active commissioned warship in the US Navy
  • Visits to The North End (Little Italy) and China Town

Airfares are still looking GREAT from the east coast and quite affordable from other areas too. It's going to be another EPIC event we hope many Rangers (from EVERYWHERE) can attend.

We had a great turn out in Baltimore last year and are hoping for even more this year. For further details you can e-mail me at gumbyfan79@aol.com.


Western State Jericho Fan Tables

  • Spokane Comic Con, May 22, Spokane, WA
  • BayCon, May 29-31, Santa Clara, CA
  • ComicCon, July 21-25, San Diego, CA (must already have a ticket - the con is sold out)

If you can help at any of these tables, please contact Gwen: gwen@az-technology.com.


California Jericho Rangers
June 19th Demo & Picnic
Saturday, June 19th
Arlington Park in El Cerrito
Noon until 7 p.m., BBQ starts at 2 p.m.


Without regular J & R supplies, the Jericho residents need to learn to reuse materials. Our demonstration will be about the manipulation and reuse of nonferrous metal. We will be making forks from copper wire.

Join us and meet your fellow rangers, discuss the new story lines and enjoy the BBQ (chicken, hamburgers and hot dogs). Optional - Bring a dish to share.

Outside Jericho

Congratulations to Jonathan Steinberg (co-creator of Jericho): Human Target has been given a 13 episode order for next year!

Jericho Birthdays by Mud 62
Bob Stephenson, Jimmy Taylor 5/18
Kevin Cerchiai, Boom Operator 5/19
Kassim Osgood, Searcher 5/20
Candace Bailey, Skylar Stephens 5/20
Tripp Pickell, New Bern Soldier 5/21

Kitty's News Corner and TV Reminders
"2010 Summer Movie Preview..." "The A Team" (Gerald McRaney, Johnston Green) and "The Last Airbender" (Aasif Mandvi, Dr Kenchy Dhuwalia) make this list of 'must see' movies...: Link

"2010 Summer Movie Preview...Five you can take your kids/nieces/nephews To" "The Last Airbender" (Aasif Mandvi, Dr Kenchy Dhuwalia) and "The Sorcerer's Apprentice" (Jon Turteltaub, Jericho Producer) listed: Link

April Parker-Jones (Darcy Hawkins) made an appearance on "NCI: LA" on May 11th: Link

Nice review of Chris Kramer's (Chavez) show "The Collector" (2004-2006) by a fan: Link

Esai Morales (Maj Beck) will be promoting "Caprica" at the London MCM Expo May 29 & 30: Link

Producer of "Red" (James Remar, Jonah Prowse) talks about bringing a comic book to the big screen: Link

For those following the show "Flashforward" episode (May 6th) recap **Show is Canceled**: Link

TV Reminders:
Saturday (May 15)
Chris Kramer (Chavez) "Out of Control" Lifetime Movie Network

Tuesdays:
David Muenier (Russell) "Justified" (FX)

Thursday:
Pamela Reed (Gail Green) "Parks and Recreation" (NBC) SEASON FINALE


Post-apocalyptic News
The Road DVD will be released on May 25th: Link

Radium, a post apocalyptic story, set in Israel: Link

Post Apocalyptic Forums: Link

Monday, May 10, 2010

Jericho on SyFy

Jericho will air on SyFy next week. Here are the days, times (EST) and episodes:

5/9 2 a.m. Walls of Jericho
5/10 8 a.m. Vox Populi
5/10 9 a.m. The Day Before
5/10 10 a.m. Black Jack
5/10 11 a.m. Heart of Winter
5/10 12 p.m. Semper Fidelis
5/10 1 p.m. Winter's End
5/10 2 p.m. One Man's Terrorist
5/10 3.p.m. A.K.A.

Remember to stop by the SyFy forum and thank them for airing Jericho.

Epix

Epix has said they are interested in bringing Jericho back, so we need to let Epix know how many Jericho fans want the show back!

Epix (pronounced "epics") is a new cable TV network that is operated by Studio 3 Partners, a joint venture between Viacom (specifically its subdivision Paramount Pictures), MGM, and Lionsgate. Epix will carry films from Paramount, MGM, Lionsgate, Roadside Attractions, and Samuel Goldwyn; as well as original programing.

Contact Epix via:
Mail: Mr. Mark Greenberg
President and CEO
Epix, a Viacom Company
1515 Broadway
New York, NY 10036
Email: superfan@epixhd.com
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/EpixHD
Twitter: http://twitter.com/EpixHD

Epix has been added to the channel line-up of these carriers:

•Verizon FIOS
•Cox Cable
•Mediacom
•Charter
•Dish

Weekly On-Line Gatherings

Beau's Bark - Come join our "open house" chat for most of Tuesday evening to accommodate the time zones!! This is a fun time to get together with old friends and make some new ones! Looking forward to seeing you there!

Sportsman Lodge Bar - Every Friday 9:30 pm EST/ 6:30 pm PST, drop by have a drink and share a story. Go to last page of the thread.

Jericho Comic Book Club - Come chat with us on Tuesdays at 5 pm Pacific/8 pm Eastern. You will need to be logged on to see the chat room link, which is under the community menu (chat for members). We will be discussing the first half of issue 2

In-Person Ranger Activities and Events

East Coast Ranger Gathering (ECRG)
Boston, MA (Doubletree Club Boston Bayside)
June 11-13, 2010


Event webpage: Link

Lee has secured the unbelievable low rate of $89 per night (Thursday - Sunday). This is a FANTASTIC rate as this hotel sometimes charges upwards of $299 per night. There are NO rooms left for Thursday June 10. If anyone needs a room on Thursday they need to contact Lee at - gumbyfan79@aol.com.

The hotel offers a complimentary shuttle from to and from the airport as well as to downtown Boston. In addition, it is a short walk to the subway and just down the street from the JFK library for all you history buffs. The hotel is 2.5 miles from Downtown Boston and is located on the ocean.

The weekend will include but is not limited to the following:

  • Redsox -- Phillies game at Historic Fenway Park
  • Duck Tour which travels across the City, including a cruise on the Charles River
  • Historic Quincy Market and Faneuil Hall
  • Shopping and Dining
  • Freedom Trail
  • Walking Tour in the Public Gardens, including a ride on the Swan Boats (made famous in Book Make Way for Ducklings)
  • Visit to the USS Constitution, the oldest active commissioned warship in the US Navy
  • Visits to The North End (Little Italy) and China Town


Airfares are still looking GREAT from the east coast and quite affordable from other areas too. It's going to be another EPIC event we hope many Rangers (from EVERYWHERE) can attend.

We had a great turn out in Baltimore last year and are hoping for even more this year. For further details you can e-mail me at gumbyfan79@aol.com.


Western State Jericho Fan Tables

Spokane Comic Con, May 22, Spokane, WA
BayCon, May 29-31, Santa Clara, CA
•ComicCon, July 21-25, San Diego, CA (must already have a ticket - the con is sold out)

If you can help at any of these tables, please contact Gwen: gwen@az-technology.com


California Jericho Rangers
June 19th Demo & Picnic
Saturday, June 19th
Arlington Park in El Cerrito
Noon until 7 p.m., BBQ starts at 2 p.m.


Without regular J & R supplies, the Jericho residents need to learn to reuse materials. Our demonstration will be about the manipulation and reuse of nonferrous metal. We will be making forks from copper wire.

Join us and meet your fellow rangers, discuss the new story lines and enjoy the BBQ (chicken, hamburgers and hot dogs). Optional - Bring a dish to share.

Outside Jericho

Jericho Birthdays by Mud 62
Mia Ford, Katie 5/08
Anthony Molinari, Stunt Double 5/09
Stephen Scaia, Writer 5/11
Chris Kramer, Chavez 5/14


Kitty's News Corner and TV Reminders
Aasif Mandvi (Dr Kenchy Dhuwhalia) mention in article "Islam Taboo Topic in Wake of South Park Threats and Times Square Scare": Link

Nice review of last week's "NCIS" with Ashley Scott (Emily Sullivan): Link

Nice review of "Justified" with David Meunier (Russell): Link

Nice recap of "24" with DB Sweeney (John Geotz): Link

Esai Morales (Maj Beck) made a "Top 10 Sci Fi Television Hunks": Link

NBC's first pick up for fall 2010 "Undercovers" with Gerald McRaney (Johnston Green): Link

"Jericho" mention in an article about the cancellation of "Legend of the Seeker": Link

TV Reminders:
Tuesdays:
David Muenier (Russell) "Justified" (FX) returns May 25

Thursday:
Pamela Reed (Gail Green) "Parks and Recreation"
Timothy Omundson (Phil Constantino) "Pysch" returns July 21

Saturday:
Chris Kramer (Chavez) "Out of Control" (Lifetime Movie Network) May 15