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Host Anthony Desiato (Digging for Kryptonite, My Comic Shop History) celebrates the 30th anniversary year of Power Rangers with this 20-episode podcast series charting his experience with the franchise. Summoning the Zords focuses on the Mighty Morphin era and beyond, its impact and legacy, and the tale of its most legendary Ranger—Jason David Frank's Tommy Oliver—across media. The podcast has concluded its run, but keep your subscription active, as you never know when it might be called BAC ...
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Unlock The Truth. Unlock The Power. Unlock THE GRID! One year after escaping The Literal Grid, the Grid Rangers Metallix face their greatest threat yet: Lord Shadow, the Evil Emperor of The Mirror Dimension! With an army of Evil Rangers at his disposal, Lord Shadow intends on destroying the Grid Rangers Metallix—then nothing will stand in his way o…
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Join The Grid Rangers Metallix On A Journey Through The Cosmos! The Grid StarShip crash lands on the planet Erridus after a space battle with an army of Squid Drills. While stranded, Ray, Austin, & Amber review all 10 episodes of #PowerRangers #CosmicFury! If you'd like to support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content, consider subscribi…
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Go-Go Megaforce! Listen as Ray & Austin relive their trauma by watching both seasons of #Megaforce... and then get transported to the Legendary Battle? If you'd like to support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content, consider subscribing to our Patreon! CREDITS: Recorded on December 24th, 2023. Theme song is “Hackers” by Karl Casey (White…
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Host Anthony Desiato bids farewell to the podcast by exploring the legacy of the franchise's most legendary Ranger. In this special series finale event, Anthony and returning guest Lance Laster (ALWAYS HOLD ON TO ARROW) discuss the post-TURBO journey of Tommy Oliver across his season-long return to the franchise in DINO THUNDER, a selection of reun…
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Morphin in Outer Space! In this bite-sized episode, Ray & Austin discuss the latest news on #PowerRangers #CosmicFury! If you'd like to support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content, consider subscribing to our Patreon! CREDITS: Recorded on August 29th, 2023. Theme song is “Hackers” by Karl Casey (White Bat Audio).…
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Host Anthony Desiato ventures into new (for him) territory with returning guest Chris D'Lando as they discuss the second big-screen outing for the Power Rangers franchise, aka 1997's TURBO: A POWER RANGERS MOVIE. They also examine the television arcs "Shift Into Turbo" and "Passing the Torch," which marked the departure of Jason David Frank's Tommy…
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No one gets inside our ranking! To celebrate 30 Years of #PowerRangers, the Grid Rangers Metallix discuss and rank their favorite/least favorite team-up episodes! If you'd like to support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content, consider subscribing to our Patreon! CREDITS: Recorded on August 10th, 2023. Theme song is “Hackers” by Karl Cas…
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Host Anthony Desiato at last explores the ZYURANGER series of SUPER SENTAI, the Japanese franchise upon which Power Rangers was based, with guests Perry Constantine (SUPERHERO CINEPHILES) and V Ken Marion (artist on DEATHSHROUD). Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music: by Basic Printer. Key art: Perry Constantine (Zord art) …
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Host Anthony Desiato presents a special bonus episode! First, Anthony shares an important update about the future of the podcast. Then, Anthony and guest Ralph Puma discuss the 1994-1995 stage show MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS LIVE. Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music: by Basic Printer. Key art: Perry Constantine (Zord ar…
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Jeremy Frutkin discuss the classic 90s video games MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS and MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS: THE MOVIE for Super Nintendo (SNES) and other gaming systems. Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music: by Basic Printer. Key art: Perry Constantine (Zord art) and Gregg Schigiel (cha…
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Shift Into Turbo with Ray, Austin, & Amber as they watch the 1997 film, "Turbo: A Power Rangers Movie"! If you'd like to support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content, consider subscribing to our Patreon! CREDITS: Recorded on July 25th, 2023. Theme song is “Hackers” by Karl Casey (White Bat Audio).…
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Chris D'Lando discuss the epic comic book crossover event "Shattered Grid" from BOOM! Studios, which follows Lord Drakkon—the evil alternate universe Tommy Oliver—as he targets Ranger teams across time in a bid to access the Morphin Grid and rewrite reality. This episode covers MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS #25-30 and …
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After failing to assist with the Bandora Protocol, Grid Master Emerald, Jay, joins the Grid Rangers Metallix to discuss the MMPR 30th Anniversary special, "Once & Always"! If you'd like to support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content, consider subscribing to our Patreon! CREDITS: Recorded on May 31st, 2023. Theme song is “Hackers” by Ka…
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Henry Varona chronicle the return of Jason Scott as the Gold Ranger during his epic POWER RANGERS ZEO arc. This episode covers "The Power of Gold," "Revelations of Gold," "A Golden Homecoming," "Where in the World Is Zeo Ranger 5?", "King for a Day" Parts I-II, "A Brief Mystery in Time," and "Good as Gold." Summoning …
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Host Anthony Desiato and returning guest Joe Marcello (DOLLAR BIN BANDITS podcast) discuss a pair of Tommy-centric storylines from POWER RANGERS ZEO: "There's No Business Like Snow Business" Parts I-III, which broke up the fan-favorite Tommy/Kimberly pairing and planted the seeds for Tommy's romance with Kat, as well the four-part arrowhead arc tha…
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Host Anthony Desiato and returning guest Tyler Patrick (KRYPTON REPORT podcast) chart the end of the Mighty Morphin era and the beginning of the Rangers' Zeo journey. This episode covers "Master Vile and the Metallic Armor" Parts I-III, "Rangers in Reverse," and "A Zeo Beginning" Parts I-II, with references to the Alien Rangers miniseries as well. …
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Matt Truex (ALWAYS HOLD ON TO DC'S LEGENDS OF TOMORROW) defend the underrated 2017 reboot film POWER RANGERS. Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music: by Basic Printer. Key art: Perry Constantine (Zord art) and Gregg Schigiel (character art). Listen to host Anthony Desiato's other podcasts, incl…
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Ray & Austin discuss the Yellow Ranger Legacy! Listen as they examine each Ranger in detail, and then cap off the episode by ranking their favorite and least favorites! If you'd like to support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content, consider subscribing to our Patreon! CREDITS: Recorded on April 24th, 2023. Originally released on May 10t…
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Zach Woliner discuss the MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS Season 3 story arc that bid farewell to Kimberly and introduced her replacement as the Pink Ranger: Kat. This episode covers "A Ranger Catastrophe" Parts I-II, "Changing of the Zords" Parts I-III, and "A Different Shade of Pink" Parts I-III. Summoning the Zords is …
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Rob O'Connor (ALL STAR SUPERFAN PODCAST) celebrate the just-released Netflix special "Once & Always" featuring the long-awaited returns of original Rangers Zack (Walter Emanuel Jones) and Billy (David Yost), as well as a fitting tribute to Trini and her portrayer, the late Thuy Trang. Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squ…
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It's Popcorn Time! Get your movie snacks ready and listen along, as Ray & Austin live react to the MMPR 30th anniversary special, "Once & Always"! Strap yourselves in for an hour of gay gasping and screaming. If you'd like to support the podcast and gain access to exclusive content, consider subscribing to our Patreon! CREDITS: Recorded on April 19…
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Lance Laster (ALWAYS HOLD ON TO ARROW podcast) discuss "Ninja Quest," the four-part story arc early in Season 3 of MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS that gave the Rangers new ninja powers and Zords within the continuity of the television series. Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music: by Basic Print…
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We’re celebrating #10YearsofTHEGRID!! Ray, Austin, & Amber are trapped in The Grid itself! Grid Master Emerald, Jay, is testing the Grid Rangers Metallix to determine if they’re worthy of carrying out his podcast legacy. Each of them are assigned a test: the Trial of Knowledge, the Trial of Queerness, and the Trial of Critique. If they can’t pass a…
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Host Anthony Desiato welcomes back returning guest V Ken Marion (artist on DEATHSHROUD) to discuss the seminal 1995 MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS film, which introduced Ivan Ooze, new ninja powers for the Rangers, and a surprisingly vulnerable Zordon. Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music: by Basic Printer. Key art: Perry Co…
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Jeremy Frutkin discuss "The Ninja Encounter," which introduced Rocky, Adam, and Aisha, and "The Power Transfer," which saw them take over as the Red, Black, and Yellow Rangers for Jason, Zack, and Trini. Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music: by Basic Printer. Key art: Perry Constantine (Zord …
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Link to Morphin Grid! Ray, Austin, & Amber take a look at the final 11 episodes of #PowerRangers #DinoFury Season 2. Big twists are revealed as Void Queenie's revenge takes shape! The hosts also discuss their hopes for #CosmicFury. Stay tuned for our 10th Anniversary Spectacular coming later this month! CREDITS: Recorded on March 8th, 2023. Theme s…
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Joe Marcello (DOLLAR BIN BANDITS podcast) discuss the second year (issues #13-24) of the BOOM! Studios MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS comic book series by Kyle Higgins, Hendry Prasetya & more, featuring the secret of the 1969 Power Rangers team, Finster's big play, and the next chapter in the Lord Drakkon Saga. Summonin…
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Ray & Austin discuss the latest news for the MMPR special “Once & Always” and Cosmic Fury. They also talk about recent #LightningCollection announcements, address the QC issues from Wave 13, and #PowerRangers actors who starred in #M3GAN. If you or a loved one is struggling, help is available. Please dial 988 to speak with someone today. CREDITS: R…
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Tyler Patrick (KRYPTON REPORT podcast) discuss the first year (issues #0-12) of the BOOM! Studios MIGHTY MORPHIN POWER RANGERS comic book series by Kyle Higgins and Hendry Prasetya, featuring Tommy's struggle to acclimate to the team and the introduction of Lord Drakkon. Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squirrel Producti…
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest JJ Hodges (FOR COMIC JUNKIES podcast) relive the arrival of iconic Power Rangers villain LORD ZEDD, from his imposing debut and ousting of Rita Repulsa in "The Mutiny" to their eventual union in "The Wedding." Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music: by Basic Printer. Key art: Perry Constantine …
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Jon Runyan (Rainbow Comics, Cards and Collectibles) celebrate Tommy Oliver's triumphant return in the two-part event "White Light," which saw the fan-favorite character assume the mantle of the White Ranger. They also discuss the three-part "Return of the Green Ranger" arc from later in Mighty Morphin Season 2. Summon…
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Host Anthony Desiato and guest Chris Wilcock (Undiscovered Realm) follow Tommy Oliver's post-"Green with Evil" television arc, which saw him lose his powers more than once before ultimately returning as the White Ranger. Episodes discussed include: "Gung Ho!", "Green Candle" Parts I-II, "Return of an Old Friend" Parts I-II, "Green Dream," "Green No…
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Host Anthony Desiato welcomes guest V Ken Marion (comic book artist on Deathshroud, DC's Trinity, and more) for the series premiere of Summoning the Zords! The duo discuss their Power Rangers fandom and break down the iconic 5-part television miniseries "Green with Evil," which introduced the legendary Green Ranger himself: Tommy Oliver. Summoning …
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Host Anthony Desiato proudly introduces his forthcoming podcast series SUMMONING THE ZORDS: A POWER RANGERS FAN JOURNEY, premiering 9.12.22! Summoning the Zords is a Flat Squirrel Production. Theme music: by Basic Printer. Key art: Joel Carroll (Zord art) and Gregg Schigiel (character art). Listen to host Anthony Desiato's other podcasts, DIGGING F…
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Category is: Austin's Birthday Eleganza Extravaganza! We stan Jen Scotts in this household! Listen as Ray, Austin, & Amber watch Erin Cahill EAT in “Time Force Traitor” from #PowerRangers #TimeForce! CREDITS: Recorded on April 27th, 2022. Theme song is “Hackers” by Karl Casey (White Bat Audio).By Morphin’ Legacy
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Welcome to yet another new GRID series, GRID Masterpiece Theatre! Today's performance is a dramatic reading of an unused script from #PowerRangers #LostGalaxy, “Forging A Friendship,” in which Cassie becomes the Pink Galaxy Ranger instead of Karone. CREDITS: Recorded on May 6th, 2022. Theme song is “Hackers” by Karl Casey (White Bat Audio). Special…
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Category is: Austin's Birthday Eleganza Extravaganza! We love parties and wasps with baby energy! Listen as Ray, Austin, & Amber watch the criminally underrated episode “The Wasp With A Heart” from #PowerRangers #InSpace! CREDITS: Recorded on April 27th, 2022. Theme song is “Hackers” by Karl Casey (White Bat Audio).…
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Link to Morphin Grid! Ray, Austin, & Amber are back to review the first half of #PowerRangers #DinoFury Season 2! Listen to hear their thoughts on the new episodes, character arcs, villains, and more! CREDITS: Recorded on April 6th, 2022. Theme song is “Hackers” by Karl Casey (White Bat Audio).By Morphin’ Legacy
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Category is: The Goof Ball! Rocky must be a big Cyndi Lauper stan, cause he just wants to have fun! Listen as your favorite hosts watch the pachinko-obsessed “Rocky Just Wants to Have Fun” from #MMPR! #PowerRangers CREDITS: Recorded on March 23rd, 2022. Theme song is “Hackers” by Karl Casey (White Bat Audio).…
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All hail our March Madness 2022 winner! Listen as Ray, Austin, & Amber bow down to Master Vile and celebrate his victory with a special commentary for “The Sound of Dischordia” from #MMPR Season 3! #MightyMorphin #PowerRangers CREDITS: Recorded on March 2nd, 2022. Theme song is “Hackers” by Karl Casey (White Bat Audio).…
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