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COMIC PREVIEW – Power Rangers Issue 2

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On Wednesday, December 16th, Power Rangers Issue 2 will be released from Boom Studios.

POWER RANGERS #2 – Two New Series. Two New Teams. The UNLIMITED POWER ERA continues as the Power Rangers betray Zordon! A new cosmic threat is here and the all-new Power Rangers team will put it all on the line to stop it, even if it means trusting their mortal enemy Lord Drakkon. But as the new threat launches its first offensive against the Power Rangers, the question remains – will Drakkon act as friend or foe? After all, Drakkon always has a plan…

Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:

“Do you remember the Power Rangers Lost Galaxy episode, ‘The Rescue Mission’? The one on a derelict ship that felt like the movie ‘Alien’ and less like a Power Rangers episode? Power Rangers Issue 2 feels exactly like that.

From the preview pages, you know something big is going down with Drakkon narrating and Jason seemingly in a pretty dire situation. I love stories that tease a future event and we see the actions leading up to it. The tension in this issue is very much like a horror movie. The story in this issue is NOT wrapped up by the end and is leading into a two-issue mini arc, both of which writer Ryan Parrott certainly teased in our last interview with him.

Each member of the Omega Rangers get their focus in this issue, including Drakkon, which feels more balanced than previous issues. This is another advantage of splitting the series, readers enjoy more focused interactions and story. And on the other side, writer Ryan Parrott is able to focus on Drakkon’s manipulations and their effects on the Omegas.

Artist Francesco Mortarino delivers with setting the feeling of a horror-based movie. With close-up shots, cramped quarters and extreme angles, the anxiety is palpable. This is enhanced with colors by Raúl Angulo using dark tones, contrasting shadows and a cooler color scheme.

With the Omegas going deeper into space as outlaws, issue two already feels like a rocky road for the team and Drakkon isn’t helping matters. I was already excited for this issue, and after reading it those feelings have already come back. There’s a cliffhanger, but I’m glad it’s only a month’s wait instead of two issues!”

POWER RANGERS #2
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
Writer: Ryan Parrott
Artist: Francesco Mortarino
Colorist: Raúl Angulo
Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
Cover Artists:
Main Cover: Matteo Scalera
Legacy Cover: Daniele Di Nicuolo
Every Ranger Cover: Dan Mora
Price: $3.99

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NEWS – ALL NEW Power Rangers Lightning Collection Wave 8 Action Figures!

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Wave 8 of the Power Rangers Lightning Collection was officially announced today on the Power Rangers Twitter – New Power Rangers Lightning Collection Dino Thunder Blue Ranger, S.P.D. Pink Ranger, Lost Galaxy Red Ranger and Zeo IV Green Ranger  figures are now available for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse! Use our Amazon Affiliate Links to help support Ranger Command Power Hour!

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION DINO THUNDER BLUE RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
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Hasbro Pulse 

IT’S MORPHIN TIME! From Dino Fury back to the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, the Power Rangers have brought teamwork, action, and adventure to generations of fans. The legacy continues with figures, vehicles, collectibles, and roleplay toys from Hasbro, celebrating ranger teams from Mighty Morphin to the Dino Fury. Imagine all the action of Power Rangers with toys from Hasbro! (Power Rangers toys each sold separately. Subject to availability.)

This 6-inch Lightning Collection Dino Thunder Blue Ranger figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, swappable heads to display the Ranger with or without his helmet, Thundermax Saber, Thundermax Blaster, and Tricera Shield accessories, with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes figure, 4 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the Dino series. The Dino Thunder Blue Ranger toy includes multiple character-inspired accessories, and swappable heads, one of the Ranger in his helmet and one without. Using the power of the Blue Dino Gem, Ethan becomes the Dino Thunder Blue Ranger.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION S.P.D. PINK RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

This 6-inch Lightning Collection S.P.D. Pink Ranger figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, swappable heads to display the Ranger with or without her helmet, Delta Morpher, multiple modes of the Deltamax Striker accessories, blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes: figure, 5 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the S.P.D. series. The S.P.D. Pink Ranger toy includes multiple character-inspired accessories, and swappable heads, one of the Ranger in her helmet and one without. Sydney has the enhanced genetic ability to alter her molecular structure, including forming the “Fist of Iron” as a S.P.D. Pink Ranger.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION LOST GALAXY RED RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
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This 6-inch Lightning Collection Lost Galaxy Red Ranger figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, swappable heads to display the Ranger with or without his helmet, Quasar Launcher and Magna Talon accessories with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes figure, 3 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the Power Rangers Lost Galaxy series. The Lost Galaxy Red Ranger toy includes multiple character-inspired accessories, and swappable heads, one of the Ranger in his helmet and one without. Using the power of the Red Quasar Saber, Leo becomes the Lost Galaxy Red Ranger.

POWER RANGERS LIGHTNING COLLECTION ZEO IV GREEN RANGER FIGURE
(Ages 4 years & up/Approx. Retail Price: $19.99/Available: 4/1/2021)
Amazon Link (Supports the podcast)
Hasbro Pulse 

This 6-inch Lightning Collection Zeo Green Ranger figure features premium paint and decorative details inspired by the show, over 20 points of articulation for high poseability, swappable heads to display the Ranger with or without his helmet, Zeo Power Pod Sword, Zeo IV Power Axes, and Zeo Laser Pistol accessories with blast effect piece, and an extra pair of hands for more ways to play or display. Go Go Power Rangers!

Includes figure, 5 accessories, alternate head, and 2 extra hands. This Power Rangers Lightning Collection action figure premium painted details and design inspired by the Zeo TV series. Using the power of the Rectangle Sub-Crystal, Adam becomes the Zeo IV Green Ranger.

NEWS – Scorpina Enters Battle for the Grid on Tuesday!

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Three months ago we showed off the first reveal of Scorpina in Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid, and now we have received more information from nWay Games regarding her launch tomorrow, December 8th.

Just when the Power Rangers think they have everything under control, along comes someone to put a little sting in their plans. That’s right – fan favorite villain Scorpina has entered the Power Rangers: Battle for the Grid arena, bringing a bag of attacks and tricks so devious they’d make any villain jealous.

The ruthless minion of Rita Repulsa and fighting partner of Goldar, Scorpina has repeatedly proven to be one of the Ranger’s most dangerous opponents, thanks in part to her deadly Scorpion form. Now free from her imprisonment, thanks to Rita, Scorpina has a score to settle with the Power Rangers!

Scorpina is a fearsome opponent no matter the situation, proving deadly on the ground or in the air. Befitting her arachnid nature, she’s able to utilize her speed and dexterity to turn the entire arena to her advantage, peppering the ground with poisonous mines or stabbing opponents with scorpion-like strikes from the air. Even when at range, Scorpina can close the gap with her deadly boomerang or teleportation powers. And, when up close, her lighting fast strikes and gliding aerial movements can keep any opponent locked down.

Scorpina is the third and final DLC character for Battle for the Grid’s Season 3. Players can get Scorpina on PlayStation Store, Nintendo eShop, Microsoft Store, Steam or Stadia for $5.99 or the full Season 3 Pass for $14.99, which also includes Jungle Fury Wolf Ranger, Robert “RJ” James, and Red Samurai Ranger, Lauren Shiba, along with the Phantom Beast skin for Dai Shi.

 

IGN has the exclusive Gameplay Trailer for Scorpina.

Included with the release of Scorpina is the long awaited 2.5.0 Patch for the game. Click Read More for the full Patch Notes!

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COMIC PREVIEW – Mighty Morphin Issue 2

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On Wednesday, December 9th, Mighty Morphin Issue 2 will be released from Boom Studios.

Two New Series. Two New Teams. The UNLIMITED POWER ERA continues as shocking secrets of The New Green Ranger are revealed! Zordon enlists Billy’s help as the Mighty Morphin team deals with a shocking betrayal by the Power Rangers team. As the Mighty Morphin team remains fractured, Zedd launches his latest attack – and only The New Green Ranger stands in his way. But none of them realize they’ve walked into a trap, courtesy of Zedd’s new powers!

Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:

“After the events of Power Rangers Issue 1, the Mighty Morphin’ team are left without Drakkon and a mystery on their on hands. Can their old friends be trusted? As seen in the preview, Mighty Morphin Issue 2 echoes the first issue in the series with a past look at 10,000 years ago and a discussion in the Command Center. Readers are treated into a peak into Eltar society with the Elders conferring with the new Supreme Guardian of Eltar, Zophram.

There is an interesting discussion about protecting the universe versus protecting one’s own homeworld. This calls back to the argument Tommy and Trini had last month in Power Rangers 1. The mention of Dark Specter alludes he was as much as a threat in Zordon’s past as he was as seen in Power Ranger in Space.

In the command center, Zordon commands that essentially a galactic all points bulletin be put out for the Omega Rangers. This has the potential to set up a ‘The Fugitive’ style story in the other series.

The rest of the issue, which we won’t spoil here, sets up another obstacle for the Mighty Morphin’ team and definitely more potential internal team conflict next month. The conversations earlier in the issue after the preview, definitely set up the sides. Were the Omega Rangers right to break Drakkon stop a larger threat? Could the Mighty Morphin team got the information from Drakkon a different way?

There’s a battle later on this issue which will signal a character’s true intentions on where they stand to the rest of the team, but only if they were paying attention. Aisha certainly has been paying attention lately…

Writer Ryan Parrott continues to weave an interconnected tale across both books. Even though the Omega Team is now off of Earth, the affects of their actions continue to reverberate in this issue. Honestly, this issue wouldn’t make sense without reading Power Rangers Issue 1, and vice versa. It’s definitely a reason to pick up both series, which for long time readers is not that big of an ask. For newer readers, it will take more work than they may realize if they missed the previous two series.

My one wish, especially for last month’s first issues would have been a recap or ‘Previously on Mighty Morphin Power Rangers’ for new readers who may be picking these up for the first time or have missed the past year or two since Shattered Grid.

Artist Marco Renna continues to impress with great character art and action. He carries the mantle from Shattered Grid and Necessary Evil artist Daniele Di Nicuolo with ease. New enemies (teased in the credits) are designed by Dan Mora, and I am glad that Dan is still involved with the franchise and is able to keep a consistent design style with Rangers and what he did on Go Go Power Rangers.

Overall, this issue continues to build the story and intrigue. The slower pace might be a little slow for those anxious to find out the identity of the New Green Ranger, but I think if you remain unspoiled it could pay off. Adam might be on to something…”

MIGHTY MORPHIN #2
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
Writer: Ryan Parrott
Artist: Marco Renna
Colorist: Walter Baiamonte with Color Assistance by Katia Ranalli
Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
Cover Artists:
Main Cover: In-Hyuk Lee
Legacy Cover: Eleonora Carlini
Every Ranger Connecting Cover: Dan Mora
Price: $3.99

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Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 069

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It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

In our Extra Episode for November 2020, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, Eric, A.P. and Zach watch Power Rangers SPD, “Reflection” Parts 1 & 2. We reflect on Thanksgiving weekend and are thankful for everyone who supports the podcast by watching an episode we universally love.

During a brief news segment, we discuss the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers The Movie original costumes up for auction and Eric talks about his movie prop buy from the Power Rangers 2017 movie.

Why is Reflection so powerful? How is this Battlizer introduction different from others in the Disney era? We discuss all of this and more, so watch along with us!

Nice.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 069 – Rangers Commentary – “Reflection”

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Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 171

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It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

Eric, A.P. and Zach are back with a Blue Wave!

We discuss our favorite Blue Power Rangers and Blue Ranger focus episodes. Did we have a collective delusion about recording a Rangers Commentary? Who is the Ranger that is in all three hosts top Blue Ranger spots? Then, in our Ranger Nation Answers segment our listeners and some new names sound off on their favorites… which lead into more discussions.

The hosts also discuss the news including new BOOM! Studios Convention Exclusives, a Super Sentai Gorenger Manga collection (Amazon link supports RCPH), Lightning Collection updates and more!

You can have pancakes for breakfast.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 171 – “Ranger’s Blue Wave”

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Timestamps:

  • 0:02:20 – Thanks and Episode Idea Shoutout
  • 0:06:00 – News
  • 0:24:00 – Main Topic: Blue Rangers
  • 1:02:00 – Ranger Nation Answers
  • 1:19:40 – Tease for upcoming project

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NEWS – BOOM! Studios Releases Super-Rare 2020 Convention Variants For The First Time

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Edit: Previews World now lists the date for these covers as September 1st, 2021. Please check with your Local Comic Shop if you placed a pre-order.

BOOM! Studios Releases Super-Rare 2020 Convention Variants For The First Time

Discover BOOM! Studios’ Unreleased 2020 Convention Exclusives Available in February 2021

LOS ANGELES, CA (November 18, 2020) – BOOM! Studios announced today that it would be making available, for the first time, some of the most rare convention variants in company history. Originally scheduled for release in 2020 as part of key convention stops around the United States, these variant covers will now be exclusively available in extremely limited quantities through comic shop retailers on February 24, 2021.

These never-before-seen convention variants are available for the first time ever:

  • Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #45 Showcase Variant
    $40 each
    Cover art by Felipe Massafera.
    Limited to 300 copies.
    Originally scheduled to debut at Wondercon 2020

  • Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Limited Edition Softcover
    $20 each
    Cover art by Dan Mora.
    Collects the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles #1-6.
    Limited to 500 copies.
    Originally scheduled to debut at Comic-Con International 2020.

  • Power Rangers: Ranger Slayer #1 Convention Exclusive Variant
    $40 each
    Cover art by Dan Mora.
    Limited to 300 copies.
    Originally set to debut as part of BOOM! Studios 2020 Convention Tour.

  • Power Rangers: Drakkon New Dawn #1 Convention Exclusive Wraparound Variant
    $50 each
    Cover Art by Juan Gedeon.
    Limited to 250 copies.
    Originally set to debut as part of BOOM! Studios 2020 Convention Tour.

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Additionally, extremely limited quantities of these previously released convention exclusive variant covers have been made available while supplies last:

  • Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers: Forever Rangers #1 SDCC 2019 Convention Variant
    $20 each
    Cover art by Evan Cagle.
    Limited to 500 copies.
    Originally debuted at Comic-Con International 2019.

  • Saban’s Go Go Power Rangers #18 Convention Exclusive Variant
    $20 each
    Cover art by Joana LaFuente
    Limited to 500 copies.
    Originally debuted as part of BOOM! Studios 2019 Convention Tour.

Print copies of the above convention exclusive variants will be available on February 24, 2021, exclusively at local comic book shops (use comicshoplocator.com to find the one nearest you).

For more news on BOOM! Studios, stay tuned to boom-studios.com and follow @boomstudios on Twitter.

For more on Power Rangers, please visit www.powerrangers.com and follow Power Rangers on YouTube, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

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Ranger Command Power Hour Episode 170

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It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 as he talks all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

Ranger Command releasing ANOTHER new episode on a Wednesday? Yup! It’s New Comic Book Day once again with the release of BOOM! Studios Power Rangers Issue 1.

Eric welcomes back writer Ryan Parrott to the show for a new interview to discuss the launch of both books, Mighty Morphin and Power Rangers.

For Mighty Morphin Issue 1, Ryan talks about Zordon’s past, writing a new side of Zordon, his favorite monster to date, Tommy’s sense of responsibility to the Green Ranger powers and the big reveal with Candice.

With Power Rangers Issue 1, Ryan talks about a sense of hope in seemingly dark times, a potential future story point for Jason’s Dad, expanding character moments with Jason and Rocky and more.

A big thanks to BOOM! Studios and Ryan Parrott for scheduling this interview. Enjoy!

This episode contains massive spoilers for Issues Mighty Morphin Issue 1 and Power Rangers 1, so please listen after you are able to read the comic.

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 170 – “Ranger Command Interview – Ryan Parrott – The Beginning of Unlimited Power”

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Timestamps:

  • 0:00:00 – Introduction
  • 0:01:36 – Mighty Morphin Issue 1
  • 0:27:46 – Power Rangers Issue 1

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COMIC REVIEW – Power Rangers Issue 1

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On Wednesday, November 11th, Power Rangers Issue 1 will be released from Boom Studios. Last week we got the first look of the second launch in the “Unlimited Power” era of Power Rangers comics.

POWER RANGERS #1 reveals a new cosmic threat that only the original Power Rangers, now known as the Omega Rangers – Jason, Trini and Zack – can hope to defeat! But their secret weapon is… the villainous Lord Drakkon?! Zordon forbids the Omega Rangers from engaging Drakkon, so if they want to save the universe then they’ll have to go rogue – and go up against their Mighty Morphin allies.

Host Eric (@trekkieb47) had a chance to read the issue in advance and shares his review:

“Following the launch of this past Wednesday’s Mighty Morphin Issue 1, the story continues in Power Rangers Issue 1. Think of the issues this month as a two-parter of the television show, kind of like a season premiere. While Issues 51-55 felt like a set up for this new arc, Mighty Morphin #1 and Power Rangers #1 are a launchpad for both series to take off in their own directions.

This particular issue sets the Omega Rangers on a quest that I don’t think will let them return to Earth anytime soon. The solicits make this point clear that they are on a forbidden path. Forbidden by whom? Zordon. Like Mighty Morphin #1, Zordon is an important part of the consequences going forward.

From the previews, readers should already know that there is a reunion between both teams as they discuss the Empyreal. The Omega Rangers are desperate for information, and it’s clear that Drakkon is the only lead.

There are some superb character moments in this issue. My favorite is a conversation that should have happened in the show between Jason and Rocky about what it means to be the Red Ranger. Members of both teams discuss the oncoming threat of the Empyreal and this sets up almost a division of viewpoints between the teams. Writer Ryan Parrott does a fantastic job giving every character a clear conviction in what they believe. Trini in particular is a standout character of this issue.

Out of the two issues this month, I enjoyed this one a bit more. Both issues are fantastic number ones, but Power Rangers sets up a conflict that won’t be resolved easily. After talking with Ryan on an upcoming interview with Ranger Command, I am excited for the direction the Omega Rangers can go. Like the universe itself, the possibilities are endless.

Artist Francesco Mortarino returns from the last arc Go Go Power Rangers. Seeing his art again feels like a comfy blanket. And his art just continually improves, you can feel the emotions in the conversations. There’s also an “action” scene towards the end that sets up the covert feel this series is going to take.

To sum it up, Power Rangers Issue 1 sets the Omega Rangers on a journey that will open up readers to the wider universe of show and comics. No longer are the Omega Rangers tied to a “main” book or event, this is their story. Omega now, Omega forever!”

POWER RANGERS #1
Publisher: BOOM! Studios
Writer: Ryan Parrott
Artist: Francesco Mortarino
Colorist: Raúl Angulo
Letterer: Ed Dukeshire
Cover Artists:
Main Cover: Matteo Scalera
Legacy Cover: Daniele Di Nicuolo
Connecting Cover: Jung-Geun Yoon
Price: $4.99

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Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 068

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It’s time to Ranger Up with @trekkieb47 @secretrangerfan & @ZachLaVoy as they talk all things Power Rangers on the Four Eyed Radio Network with RANGER COMMAND POWER HOUR!

In our Extra Episode for October 2020, brought to you by our supporters on Patreon, Eric, A.P. and Zach watch Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers, “Life’s a Masquerade”. What could be better than commenting on the first Halloween episode of Power Rangers than on Halloween?

However, that is just an afterthought because we mainly discuss the major news. Jonathan Entwistle signs on to reimagine a new film & television universe based on Power Rangers! Bryan Edward Hill will be writing the new Power Rangers movie! We react to the news and read our listener comments in our Ranger Nation Answers segment.

The neck holes!

Listen now: Ranger Command Power Hour Extra Episode 068 – “Rangers Discuss Reboot News + Rangers Commentary – Life’s a Masquerade”

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Timestamps:

0:03:30 – Intro / News
0:08:30 – Jonathan Entwistle
0:36:42 – Bryan Edward Hill
0:41:20 – Ranger Nation Answers
1:04:30 – “Life’s a Masquerade” Commentary

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