The 2000 AD Thrill-Cast

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May 14, 2025 • 33min

2000 AD's Steampunk Masterpiece – In Orbit Every Wednesday

Gadzooks! With the brand new series of Ian Edginton & D'Israeli's 'Scarlet Traces' begins this week in 2000 AD, Molch-R & KLO-E discuss how the series does something different with steampunk.Hosted by 2000 AD Brand Manager Michael ‘Molch-R’ Molcher and comics critic and creator of The Gutter Review, Chloe ‘KLO-E’ Maveal, In Orbit Every Wednesday from the 2000 AD Thrill-Cast goes live every Wednesday with the latest news about 2000 AD and Rebellion’s new comics, exciting special guests, and chat about the sheer love of comics! At half an hour per episode, IOEW is perfect listening for your commute, burning through your chores, or when you’re just getting your day started. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app!Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsDownload the 2000 AD appGet FREE COMICS to download when you subscribe to the 2000 AD newsletterGot a theme or interview you’d like to hear? Let us know at thrillcast@2000AD.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 10, 2025 • 1h 8min

Russia Invades! – 2000 AD: The Deep Dive

The Russians are invading ... or are they? When a fifty-megaton bomb hits the Midlands, deadly paratroopers descend from the skies, politicians are hung from lampposts in Parliament Square and the Royal Family flee to exile in Canada, one man makes a stand! Lorry driver Bill Savage returns to London to find that a stray shell has destroyed his family home, killing his wife and kids. Grabbing his trusty shooter he swears vengeance against the Volgs and leads the resistance. On the latest 2000 AD: The Deep Dive, ST33V talks to writer, critic and academic Kelly Kanayama about Pat Mills and Jesus Blasco's classic Invasion!.Get the digital edition of Invasion from the 2000 AD webshop or download on the 2000 AD app!Broadcasting the second Saturday of every month, 2000 AD: The Deep Dive heads into the archive of the Galaxy’s Greatest Comic to explore forgotten classics and hidden gems! Discover your new favourite comic with our fantastic new monthly show!Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsDownload the 2000 AD appGet FREE COMICS to download when you subscribe to the 2000 AD newsletterGot a theme or interview you’d like to hear? Let us know at thrillcast@2000AD.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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May 7, 2025 • 32min

The Best Judge Dredd Cover Artist? – In Orbit Every Wednesday

That's not KLO-E! 2000 AD's marketing droid ST33V joins Molch-R on the latest episode of In Orbit Every Wednesday to talk about 2000 AD Prog 2431 and who they think the most underrated Judge Dredd cover artist is.Hosted by 2000 AD Brand Manager Michael ‘Molch-R’ Molcher and comics critic and creator of The Gutter Review, Chloe ‘KLO-E’ Maveal, In Orbit Every Wednesday from the 2000 AD Thrill-Cast goes live every Wednesday with the latest news about 2000 AD and Rebellion’s new comics, exciting special guests, and chat about the sheer love of comics! At half an hour per episode, IOEW is perfect listening for your commute, burning through your chores, or when you’re just getting your day started. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app!Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsDownload the 2000 AD appGet FREE COMICS to download when you subscribe to the 2000 AD newsletterGot a theme or interview you’d like to hear? Let us know at thrillcast@2000AD.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 30, 2025 • 39min

How is 2000 AD chiming with Andor? – In Orbit Every Wednesday

Molch-R & KLO-E stay 'on target' this week and discuss how the latest 'Judge Dredd' and 'Chimpski' stories in 2000 AD chime with with themes in the Star Wars series Andor. And it's about time for their thoughts on the latest issues of 2000 AD and the Judge Dredd Megazine!Hosted by 2000 AD Brand Manager Michael ‘Molch-R’ Molcher and comics critic and creator of The Gutter Review, Chloe ‘KLO-E’ Maveal, In Orbit Every Wednesday from the 2000 AD Thrill-Cast goes live every Wednesday with the latest news about 2000 AD and Rebellion’s new comics, exciting special guests, and chat about the sheer love of comics! At half an hour per episode, IOEW is perfect listening for your commute, burning through your chores, or when you’re just getting your day started. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app!Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsDownload the 2000 AD appGet FREE COMICS to download when you subscribe to the 2000 AD newsletterGot a theme or interview you’d like to hear? Let us know at thrillcast@2000AD.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 26, 2025 • 1h 37min

Simon Bisley interview, part two - The 2000 AD Creator Tapes

We continue our epic interview with the legendary comic book artist Simon Bisley, beginning with a page-by-page commentary of Sláine: The Horned God Anniversary Edition, sharing his process, techniques, and memories of creating this landmark series for 2000 AD. He and Molch-R then continue to chat about the vital role attitude plays in his works, working on 'Lobo' and 'Batman v Dredd: Judgement on Gotham', and how his viewpoint has been integral to his success.>> Check out part one of this HUGE interview>> Order your copy of Sláine: The Horned God Anniversary EditionWarning: this episode is better viewed than listened to – check out the video on YoutubeHosted by 2000 AD Brand Manager Michael Molcher, The 2000 AD Creator Tapes brings you fascinating in-depth interviews with many of the biggest names in comics. With new episodes on the fourth Saturday of every month, The 2000 AD Creator Tapes is perfect for weekend listening, when you're burning through your chores, or if you're looking to learn more about the artists who make 2000 AD the Galaxy's Greatest Comic! Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app!Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsDownload the 2000 AD appGet FREE COMICS to download when you subscribe to the 2000 AD newsletterGot a theme or interview you’d like to hear? Let us know at thrillcast@2000AD.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 23, 2025 • 37min

What's the Ultimate 2000 AD Playlist? – In Orbit Every Wednesday

Whether it's hanging out with Halo Jones or shouting "I Am The Law!" in a gravely voice, on the latest episode of In Orbit Every Wednesday, Molch-R and KLO-E discuss the music 2000 AD has inspired and been inspired by over the past almost five decades, from Anthrax to Human League, from movie soundtracks to 'The Fink Brothers'! Thankfully, there is a minimum of singing in this episode...Check out the 2000 AD-inspired playlist on Spotify and tell us the songs you'd include in your own playlist!Hosted by 2000 AD Brand Manager Michael ‘Molch-R’ Molcher and comics critic and creator of The Gutter Review, Chloe ‘KLO-E’ Maveal, In Orbit Every Wednesday from the 2000 AD Thrill-Cast goes live every Wednesday with the latest news about 2000 AD and Rebellion’s new comics, exciting special guests, and chat about the sheer love of comics! At half an hour per episode, IOEW is perfect listening for your commute, burning through your chores, or when you’re just getting your day started. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app!Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsDownload the 2000 AD appGet FREE COMICS to download when you subscribe to the 2000 AD newsletterGot a theme or interview you’d like to hear? Let us know at thrillcast@2000AD.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 16, 2025 • 33min

Is This 2000 AD's Fifth Element? – In Orbit Every Wednesday

Supergreen! Get ready to be Ghosted with the newest Thrill from 2000 AD – in the latest episode of In Orbit Every Wednesday Molch-R & KLO-E talk to artist Megan Huang about the series, becoming Tharg's newest art droid, and the influence of sci-fi classic The Fifth Element on their collaboration with writer Guy Adams.Hosted by 2000 AD Brand Manager Michael ‘Molch-R’ Molcher and comics critic and creator of The Gutter Review, Chloe ‘KLO-E’ Maveal, In Orbit Every Wednesday from the 2000 AD Thrill-Cast goes live every Wednesday with the latest news about 2000 AD and Rebellion’s new comics, exciting special guests, and chat about the sheer love of comics! At half an hour per episode, IOEW is perfect listening for your commute, burning through your chores, or when you’re just getting your day started. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app!Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsDownload the 2000 AD appGet FREE COMICS to download when you subscribe to the 2000 AD newsletterGot a theme or interview you’d like to hear? Let us know at thrillcast@2000AD.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 12, 2025 • 46min

Who is the Rogue Trooper – 2000 AD: The Deep Dive

He's the genetically-engineered warrior prowling the poisoned wastelands of Nu Earth – he is the Rogue Trooper! ST33V is joined on the latest 2000 AD: The Deep Dive by comics critic Steve Baxi to discuss Gerry Finley-Day and Dave Gibbons' classic character – the last of the GIs, who travels three of his dead comrades – Helm, Gunnar and Bagman – who personalities have been transferred into bio-chips implanted into his rifle, helmet, and backpack. Their mission: hunt down the man who betrayed them! Created in 1981, Rogue stands alone in the middle of the bitter war between the Norts and the Southers, a desperate fight for control over the battle-blasted planet orbiting a vital space wormhole.Get the first volume of the new Rogue Trooper: The Complete CollectionBroadcasting the second Saturday of every month, 2000 AD: The Deep Dive heads into the archive of the Galaxy's Greatest Comic to explore forgotten classics and hidden gems! Discover your new favourite comic with our fantastic new monthly show!Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsDownload the 2000 AD appGet FREE COMICS to download when you subscribe to the 2000 AD newsletterGot a theme or interview you’d like to hear? Let us know at thrillcast@2000AD.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 9, 2025 • 37min

The 'Bad Girls' of 2000 AD? – In Orbit Every Wednesday

It's three for the price of two – on the latest In Orbit Every Wednesday, Molch-R & KLO-E are joined by none other than 2000 AD: The Deep Dive host and 2000 AD marketing droid Steve Morris! In this episode, KLO-E decides Mike and Steve's 'Bert & Ernie' routine is the perfect time to dive deep into the notion of "bad girl" characters in 2000 AD and why some took off and others didn't.Hosted by 2000 AD Brand Manager Michael ‘Molch-R’ Molcher and comics critic and creator of The Gutter Review, Chloe ‘KLO-E’ Maveal, In Orbit Every Wednesday from the 2000 AD Thrill-Cast goes live every Wednesday with the latest news about 2000 AD and Rebellion’s new comics, exciting special guests, and chat about the sheer love of comics! At half an hour per episode, IOEW is perfect listening for your commute, burning through your chores, or when you’re just getting your day started. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app!Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsDownload the 2000 AD appGet FREE COMICS to download when you subscribe to the 2000 AD newsletterGot a theme or interview you’d like to hear? Let us know at thrillcast@2000AD.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 2, 2025 • 35min

Torunn Grøenbekk on the Soviet 'Night Witches' – In Orbit Every Wednesday

Battle Action #8 is out now and Molch-R & KLO-E are joined by writer Torunn Grønbekk to talk about her 'Nina Petrova and the Angels of Death'. There's diversions aplenty – and some bad language – as they touch on everything from history, Hitler's secret s*x life, and trying to paint World War Two bi-planes!Using wooden Polikarpov Po-2 biplanes, these Soviet all-female bomber crews harrassed Nazi soldiers on the Eastern Front of World War Two, who dubbed them ‘Nachthexen’ – the Night Witches. In her latest 'Nina Petrova' story for Battle Action, Grønbekk and artist Patrick Goddard revisit the risks and heroism of these celebrated but little-known aviatrixes.Buy Battle Action #8 hereHosted by 2000 AD Brand Manager Michael ‘Molch-R’ Molcher and comics critic and creator of The Gutter Review, Chloe ‘KLO-E’ Maveal, In Orbit Every Wednesday from the 2000 AD Thrill-Cast goes live every Wednesday with the latest news about 2000 AD and Rebellion’s new comics, exciting special guests, and chat about the sheer love of comics! At half an hour per episode, IOEW is perfect listening for your commute, burning through your chores, or when you’re just getting your day started. Subscribe now on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts or your favourite podcast app!Subscribe on SpotifySubscribe on Apple PodcastsDownload the 2000 AD appGet FREE COMICS to download when you subscribe to the 2000 AD newsletterGot a theme or interview you’d like to hear? Let us know at thrillcast@2000AD.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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