Talking Apes TV: A Planet of the Apes Podcast

Talking Apes TV

Welcome to TALKING APES TV – where we take a look at the unsung PLANET OF THE APES TV series from 1974. Every episode of TALKING APES TV will delve into one episode of the PLANET OF THE APES TV Series, with plenty of quotes, audio and social commentary pulled from each show.

  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    #65: Power Records with Jason Young!

    We wrap up APEril with a NEW episode of Talking Apes. Jason Young joins us to talk Power Records. Which of these record and book sets did you have? Planet of the Apes? Marvel? DC? We reminisce about listening to all of these while growing up. Jason also breaks down his fantastic nostalgia-focused books The Wonderful Artwork of Wax Wrappers, An Old School Halloween, Power Trip, Whitman’s World of Coloring Books, and Lunch Box Memories. 

     

    You can find Jason Young’s books hereClick here for more information on Power Records.

     

    Now, for the last time this year - Go APEril!

     

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    29 April 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 40 minutes 46 seconds
    #64: Ron Harper Tribute

    This is a special bonus episode of Talking Apes in APEril dedicated to Alan Virdon himself - Ron Harper who passed away on March 21. In this tribute episode, Richard Woloski and Kevin Toft share some of their favorite Ron Harper moments from the Planet of the Apes TV series. They also read submissions from the Talking Apes listeners who pay tribute and hear a heartfelt message from Bobby Porter who worked with Ron a few times on the series. 

     

    What are your favorite Ron Harper moments from Planet of the Apes, Land of the Lost, Cold Case, etc.?

    Write an online memorial to Ron Harper.

    Now go APEril!

     

    NEW Talking Apes Merchandise!

     

     

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    15 April 2024, 5:10 pm
  • 1 hour 50 minutes
    #63: Talking Apes with GARY GERANI - Topps Trading Card Writer, Screenwriter, Author

    Happy APEril to the Talking Apes community! We’re so glad that you are here with us to celebrate a month dedicated to us Apes! 

     

    In this kickoff episode we speak with Topps editor and writer, Gary Gerani. You can see his work in such series as the Planet of the Apes TV series, Star Wars, Superman, Charlie’s Angels, Jurassic Park, Welcome Back Kotter, Creature Features, Dinosaurs Attack. Gary’s book, The Card King Chronicles (Vol. 1) is a must have for any nostalgia collector. It's available here! Gary also co-wrote the film, Pumpkinhead. We talk so much about his career in this really fun conversation 50 years in the waiting! 

     

    Now go APEril!

     

    We recommend watching the YouTube version above! Audio version is below:

     

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    1 April 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 1 hour 17 minutes
    #62: Talking Apes Adventures - Final Comic Installment!

    In this episode, the new Talking Apes Facebook admin. Patrick Izzo joins us as we break down the 6th and final installment of Marvel’s ‘Planet of the Apes’ adaptation. Discussions include what Dr. Zaius meant when he told Taylor, “Be careful what you look for, you may not like what you find.” Also, has Nova seen the half-buried Statue of Liberty before she and Taylor stumbled upon it? 

     

    We also discuss Marvel’s new Apes comic prequel series, ‘Beware of the Planet of the Apes’. Did you know there is an Apes ride attraction? It’s not in Anaheim or Orlando, but in Malaysia! ‘Invasion Of The Planet Of The Apes’ is an immersive trackless dark ride that opened in 2022. You can even watch this ride-through video!

     

    Then we discuss the latest trailer of ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes’. The film’s release date was just moved from May 24th to May 10th which means we’ll be entering the kingdom 2 weeks earlier!

     

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zBWsay_IOPk

     

    Enjoy the episode, now go Ape!

     

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    16 January 2024, 3:00 pm
  • 1 hour 3 minutes
    Talking Apes HOLIDAY SPECIAL!

    Happy Holidays to all the cheerful chimps, festive gorillas, jolly orangutans, and you damn dirty humanoids. We are so excited about this all-new power-packed episode. First, we have a treat for you! Do you ever forget what the exact Planet of the Apes TV episodes were about and where they fall in order? 

     

    We came up with an ape-themed rendition of “The 12 days of Christmas” but summarizing the series episodes. But wait, aren't there 14 episodes? You are so right so we made an extended version. (Caution: Richard and Kevin are not singers so listen with caution.) To make it all the much better, we asked Dr. Zaius to step in. Let us know if this rendition helps you remember. 

     

    Also on this Holiday Special, we continue our colorful commentary of Marvel’s ADVENTURES ON THE PLANET OF THE APES adaptation series (1975-1976). Here, we will break down the fifth of six issues, titled - INTO THE FORBIDDEN ZONE! Thank you to those who sent in holiday greetings! Now get ready for 2024, the year we go APe-ril!

     

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    22 December 2023, 6:57 pm
  • 49 minutes 37 seconds
    HALLOWEEN SPECIAL! Talking Apes Adventures!

    We are so excited to bring you the first Talking Apes Halloween Special!

    Watch the YouTube version to see the comic book pages: https://youtu.be/I-CXKahsqmc

     

    Richard and Kevin are transported to Ape City where they go trick or treating, however not everyone is happy to see them. Bobby Porter reprises his role of Cornelius from Battle of the Planet of the Apes (1973) for the first time in 50 years (thank goodness for multiverses).

     

    Also in this episode, Richard and Kevin continue their colorful commentary of Marvel’s ADVENTURES ON THE PLANET OF THE APES adaptation series (1975-1976). They break down the fourth of six issues, titled, THE TRIAL! Nothing says spooky like a trial, or jury duty! 

     

     

    Happy Halloween, now Go Ape!

     

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    20 October 2023, 4:00 am
  • 30 minutes 35 seconds
    #59: Talking Apes Adventures #3

    Talking Apes explores Comics! 

     

    Video version: https://youtu.be/QGhcpNT9gZ8 

    Welcome to our 9th Anniversary Episode! We are back after a Summer break. 

     

    In this episode we will continue our colorful commentary of Marvel’s ADVENTURES ON THE PLANET OF THE APES adaptation series (1975-1976). We will break down the third of six issues, titled, MANHUNT! Written by Doug Moench with artwork by George Tuska, M. Esposito, T. Morellaro, and George Roussos. This issue was released on December 1, 1975

     

    We go over the issue as well as review the cover art with YOUR help. We read many comments where you told us your opinion of the cover art by Ron Wilson. The general consensus is that Taylor looks like Steve Reeves’ Hercules. And what is up with that ape pushing Taylor out of the way from being caught in the net? So much to discuss! 

     

    And we continue our countdown to APE-ril, 2024. So many exciting episodes coming your way! 

     

    Now, Go Ape!!!!

     

    Watch the YouTube version above to see the comic pages as you listen! 

     

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    19 September 2023, 4:40 am
  • 36 minutes 56 seconds
    #58: Talking Apes Adventures #2!

    Talking Apes explores Comics! 

     

    Taylor’s in trouble! Nova makes sure he gets plenty of “exercise”! And Zaius rocks a leisure suit. So many reasons to love this second issue of the Planet of the Apes Marvel comics adaptation from 1975. In this NEW episode of Talking Apes we break down “The Trial” (or “The World of Captive Humans”. Marvel never can settle on titles). And we go over your fun comments about the cover art with the Christmas Apes.

     

    Watch the YouTube version of the show where you can see the comic panels and weigh in on the artwork and expressionistic colorful backgrounds. If you haven’t read these comics they were just released in Planet of the Apes Adventures: The Original Marvel Years Omnibus. This new collection features all 11 color issues reprinted for the first time ever!

     

    Now, Go Ape!!!!

     

     

    Planet of the Apes Adventures: The Original Marvel Years Omnibus:

     

    https://www.amazon.com/PLANET-APES-ADVENTURES-ORIGINAL-OMNIBUS/dp/1302950738/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Planet+of+the+Apes+Adventures%3A+The+Original+Marvel+Years+Omnibus&qid=1684823206&sr=8-1

     

    Planet of the Apes (1968) Crash Sequence - Reimagined - 4K (UHD):

     

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bakh85JghtY

     

    You can find the synopses here.

     

    The scripts can be found here.

     

    Now, GO APE!

     

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    26 June 2023, 5:15 pm
  • 48 minutes 10 seconds
    #57: Talking Apes Adventures!

    Talking Apes is back to explore a medium we haven't covered yet - Comics! 

     

    Planet of the Apes comics date back to 1974 with a 29-issue series published by Curtis Comics. Marvel’s ADVENTURES ON THE PLANET OF THE APES series (1975-1976) adapted the original film and Beneath. In this episode we will break down the first of six issues of the Apes adaptation with our colorful commentary. We discuss the differences between the film and comic and the very psychedelic artwork. And why do the gorilla soldiers wear yellow tunics? We also read your comments on this issue’s cover art.  

     

    If you haven’t read these comics they were just released in Planet of the Apes Adventures: The Original Marvel Years Omnibus. This new collection features all 11 color issues reprinted for the first time ever!

     

    Now, Go Ape!!!!

     

    Planet of the Apes (1968) Crash Sequence - Reimagined - 4K (UHD):

     

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bakh85JghtY

     

    You can find the synopses here.

     

    The scripts can be found here.

     

    Now, GO APE!

     

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    24 May 2023, 1:00 pm
  • 56 minutes 13 seconds
    Return of Talking Apes!

    We’re back! After another looooong hiatus, Talking Apes returns with a super episode! Richard Woloski and Kevin Toft look ahead to what’s coming up in Apes fandom. In April we get the new Marvel comic series, the first since 1975. Then in 2024 we can look forward to the next film, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes! We go over the recent casting news and speculate on what writers, Rick Jaffa and Amanada Silver, said in recent interviews. 

     

    Also, we finish up the series where we break down the unproduced Planet of the Apes TV series scripts and synopses. There were eight unproduced stories, four of which are in script form where in past episodes we did readings with a full cast. Now, we review the last four story synopses. These include “The Trek”, “Freedom Road”, “The Mine”, and “The Trial”. What is your opinion of these stories? And which Ape TV-Verse do you prefer: these unproduced stories or the plots the CBS shows gave us? 

     

    You can find the synopses here.

     

    The scripts can be found here.

     

    Now, GO APE!

     

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    26 January 2023, 7:59 am
  • 1 hour 50 minutes
    Bobby Porter AMA

    Talking Apes is BACK!!! This episode is worth the wait as we welcome back the always fun and energetic - Bobby Porter. We constantly get emails and messages asking us to ask Bobby questions about his career as a stuntman and actor. Listeners from all over the Apes fan community also sent in questions so we backed Bobby to the end of a tree branch and got him to answer many of your personal questions. 

     

    Bobby tells tales from the films and TV shows he’s worked on such as Battle for the Planet of the Apes, Planet of the Apes TV series, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, E.T. The Extra Terrestrial, Under the Rainbow, Quark, Day of the Animals, Prancer, and more. He also shares stories about working with Steven Spielberg and legendary actors such as Roddy McDowell, Cloris Leachman, Sam Elliot. 

     

    If you are a fan of moviemaking and pop culture then this show is for you. Now, Go Ape! 

     

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    19 August 2022, 5:49 am
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