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Have you ever wondered how the content on your screen got there? Who created it, owns it, and how can you do it too? If you're a content creator, filmmaker, producer, artist, or just love scrolling through entertainment, you've probably asked yourself these questions and more. Join Entertainment & Intellectual Property attorney, Pete Salsich - The Screen Lawyer – and his occasional guests as they explore different aspects of screen content. From intellectual property protection and busines ...
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Humanizing the Legal Profession Through Content Creation with Jeremy Corray #206
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On this week’s episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast, Pete Salsich is joined by his longtime friend and colleague, Jeremy Corray. Together, they dive into Jeremy's career journey, exploring the transition from traditional advertising to branded content, the legal aspects of online marketing, the emergence of social media influencers, and the vital r…
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Panosh Voltron Toy Designer Patrick Baran
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Marc and Greg welcome Toy Designer Patrick Baran, one of the patent holders for the Panosh Place Voltron figure from 1984 that holds the action figures of the pilots in each lion. Patrick gives some insight as to the hectic schedule that toy designers had to follow to get the toys together for Toy Fair that year. Greg takes us through the Panosh Pl…
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Exploring the Future of Media with Ryan Green #205
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In this episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast, host Pete Salsich welcomes Ryan Green, Fractional Chief Media Officer at The Last Splash. They explore the concept of media placement and its transformation in the digital age, highlighting the role of AI in targeted advertising. Ryan shares his perspectives on the future of digital advertising and the …
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In this episode of the Screen Lawyer Podcast, Pete Salsich welcomes special guest Ed Herman, the seasoned attorney and co-owner of Brown & Crouppen. Ed reflects on his diverse career path, highlighting the importance of flexibility and embracing life's unpredictability. From high-profile trials to innovative digital entertainment collaborations wit…
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Timothy Roston and Kyle Bellair join Marc and Greg to introduce the Panosh Place 14-inch Vinyl Dieklops Robeast Figure, with 5 points of articulation. This figure can be pre-ordered for $60 through The Voltron Store at https://store.voltron.com This is the first EVER Robeast Figure that stands head-to-head with most of the large Voltron figures fan…
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Jeff Trojan - Playmates Toys 40th Anniversary Voltron Set
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Jeff Trojan, VP of Marketing for Playmates Toys, joins Marc and Greg to announce Playmates Toys 40th Anniversary Voltron Release, coming in March! We had done our first review of this set when it was released for the first time in 2018. You can view that review here: https://youtu.be/B7oJ7eFP7w0 #voltron #toys #40thanniversary #playmatestoys #targe…
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New York Times v. Artificial Intelligence #203
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In this episode of the Screen Lawyer Podcast, Pete dives into the intricate world of copyright lawsuits surrounding the training of large language models. These lawsuits challenge the boundaries of fair use defenses and introduce new legal arguments, promising to reshape the landscape of AI copyright law. Original Theme Song composed by Brent Johns…
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Unraveling 'What's on Your Screen?' with The Screen Lawyer #202
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In this week's episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast, it's finally Pete Salsich's turn to answer the question: "What's on your screen?" Original Theme Song composed by Brent Johnson of Coolfire Studios. Podcast sponsored by Capes Sokol. Learn more about THE SCREEN LAWYER™ TheScreenLawyer.com. Follow THE SCREEN LAWYER™ on social media: Facebook: http…
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The Screen Lawyer Podcast Returns for Season 2 #201
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Welcome to Season Two of The Screen Lawyer Podcast! In this episode, your host Pete Salsich takes you on a journey through the highlights of Season One while offering an exciting glimpse into what's to come in Season Two. Get ready to dive into the legal intricacies of the entertainment industry as we tackle a wide range of topics. From ongoing leg…
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Marc and Greg kick off the 2024 Season with a Review of the 21st episode of Voltron Force, "I, Voltron." We also talk about: Dieklops from Panosh Place, Funko Voltron Rewind from Hot Topic, and Voltron Fan Fridays on The Voltron Store. To be eligible for Voltron Fan Fridays, Email your Voltron story and pictures to: store@voltron.com Look for the D…
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The second part of our Let's Voltron: The Official Voltron Podcast 10th Anniversary Celebration was recorded at VoltCon 2023 and all the attendees in the room were our guests for this podcast, as well as the VoltCon Organizers, Kevin Clark and Patrick O'Connor, and the first co-host of the podcast, Jeremy Corray. The video version is available on o…
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Marc and Greg are Joined by World Events Productions own Bob Koplar and Tiffany Ilardi to kick off the 2-part celebration of 10 years of Let's Voltron: The Official Voltron Podcast. Pay close attention to this podcast and to The Voltron Store on Facebook as there will be special posts the week preceding the release of Part 2 of this podcast on Dece…
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Lights, Camera, Persevere: Indie Filmmaker Meg Halski on the Frontlines of Storytelling #118
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Season 1 Finale! In this week's episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast, host Pete Salsich is joined by Meg Halski, a multifaceted creative force encompassing roles as a filmmaker, writer, director, showrunner, and world-builder at Halski Studio in St. Louis. Meg unfolds her compelling journey in the world of commercial production, recounting experien…
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The Corporate Transparency Act and Its Implications for Creatives #117
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We are excited to have Dani Durban, counsel at Capes Sokol, return for another insightful episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast! In this episode, Pete Salsich and Dani dive into a comprehensive analysis of The Corporate Transparency Act ("CTA"), designed to combat shell companies in the United States by mandating entities to disclose ownership infor…
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VoltCon Organizers Kevin Clark, Patrick O'Connor and Savannah O'Connor join Marc and Greg to celebrate the 5th year of VoltCon and review everything that happened on the weekend of October 13-15, 2023. You can see the video version of this podcast HERE. As Always, Thanks for Listening and Watching! Let's Voltron!!…
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Tax Credits and Film Production with Hollywood Producer Michael Beugg #116
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We're thrilled to have Hollywood producer Michael Beugg, renowned for his contributions to "Up in the Air" and "La La Land," as our special guest on the latest episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast. In this episode, Michael sheds light on the complexities of labor disputes, the pivotal role of the Screen Actors Guild, and the art of budget planning …
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Copyright Horror Stories: From Crystal Lake to Dancing Zombies #115
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Frankenstein, Dracula, Zombies, and Jason Voorhees share more than just horror fame. In a special Halloween episode, the Screen Lawyer Podcast delves into the intricate web of copyright law that has significantly influenced the existence (and potential future use) of these iconic movie characters. Original Theme Song composed by Brent Johnson of Co…
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AI’s Role in 2023 Writers’ Strike: New WGA Contract #114
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Did you know that generative AI engines played a key role in extended negotiations during the recent WGA Writers’ strike? In this episode, Pete Salsich explores the factors involved, the newly negotiated WGA contract, and the future of the industry. Original Theme Song composed by Brent Johnson of Coolfire Studios. Podcast sponsored by Capes Sokol.…
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In this episode, Pete Salsich III chats with Ron Watermon, the Founder and CEO of StorySmart. Don't miss this chance to delve into Ron's personal journey and discover his efforts to ensure that the world of filmmaking storytelling is inclusive for everyone. StorySmart: https://www.getstorysmart.com/ Original Theme Song composed by Brent Johnson of …
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Dradin, Baby, Dradin and SDCC Review
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Marc, Greg and Shannon Muir review the Voltron Force episode, "Dradin, Baby, Dradin" and Marc and Shannon give a full review of SDCC 2023. To view the video version, go HERE. As Always, Thanks for Watching and Listening! Let's Voltron!!By Greg Tyler, Shannon Muir, Marc Morrell
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Steve Luebbert: Show Development from Idea to Screen #112
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In this episode, Pete Salsich III, The Screen Lawyer, sits down with Steve Luebbert, Executive Vice President of Original Programming at Coolfire Studios. Together, they dive into the fascinating world of project development and uncover the magic behind turning good ideas into truly amazing shows! Original Theme Song composed by Brent Johnson of Co…
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VoltCon Organizers Kevin Clark and Patrick and Savannah O'Connor join Marc and Greg to give a full preview of VoltCon 2023. VoltCon 2023 is the 5th VoltCon, and is taking place at the Wyndham Indianapolis West in Indianapolis, Indiana on October 14th and 15th, 2023. Marc and Greg, as well as Shannon Muir, are guests of VoltCon once again, and are p…
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Master Class: Film & the Law with Kara Lambert #111
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Join Pete W. Salsich III and Kara Lambert in this week’s episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast! Presented in collaboration with Capes Sokol and Cinema St. Louis as part of the St. Louis Filmmakers Showcase, discover key takeaways from their recent Master Class workshop titled "Film and the Law." This episode unveils the fascinating crossroads of law…
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Jaime French - Navigating YouTube Success #110
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In this week's episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast, Pete Salsich III HITS the road! Pete visits the studio of Jaime French, a YouTube star, comedian, commentator, and content creator. Jaime discusses her journey as a creator, her content curation process, and her frequent struggles against copyright infringement abuse. Original Theme Song composed…
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In this episode, Pete Salsich III further explores the controversy surrounding the class action against Open AI. Ms. Silverman alleges copyright infringement of her book by highly detailed summaries generated by the Large Language Model (LLM). So, what constitutes "fair use"? Is it the ChatGPT-produced summary of an original copyrighted book? Or is…
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In this week’s episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast, host Pete Salsich III dives deep into the latest legal controversy surrounding OpenAI and its affiliates. Comedian and author Sarah Silverman and other authors recently filed class-action lawsuits against OpenAI, alleging copyright infringement of their books. The lawsuits are centered around the…
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Angie joins Marc and Greg to help review Five Forged, the 19th episode of Voltron Force. In this episode, the Voltron Force returns to Planet Ariel and must survive challenges inside a series of dangerous mines that hold clues to the secret of Voltron's origin. Angie has more samples of her fan art for Voltron Force on Instagram: https://www.instag…
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Mitch Jackson: Harnessing the Power of AI and Social Media #107
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In this week’s episode of The Screen Lawyer Podcast, host Pete Salsich III sits down with his good friend and mentor, Mitch Jackson – The Streaming Lawyer. Get ready for an engaging conversation as they explore the fascinating world of AI, web3, licensing rights, and the game-changing advantages of establishing your personal brand as a legal profes…
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Igniting the Industry: Jeff Keane’s Journey as Founder of Coolfire Studios #106
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On this week's episode, host Pete Salsich III sits down with his longtime friend and the founder and CEO of Coolfire Studios, Jeff Keane. Together, they delve into Jeff's remarkable journey of over 20 years in the dynamic world of video production and entertainment. From groundbreaking advertising ventures to captivating reality TV, from engaging d…
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Marc and Greg review the 18th Voltron Force episode: Gary. We also talk about a new Voltron licensed product that just recently debuted. The video version of this podcast is available on our YouTube Channel, HERE. As Always, Thanks for listening and watching! Let's Voltron!!By Greg Tyler, Marc Morrell
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An Amazing Year: Neil Salsich’s Musical Journey #105
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On this week's episode, host Pete Salsich takes you behind the scenes of Neil Salsich's inspiring musical journey. From grassroots beginnings to major exposure, relive Neil's standout moments as a contestant on The Voice and the amazing accomplishments of his band, The Mighty Pines. Original Theme Song composed by Brent Johnson of Coolfire Studios.…
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Dani Durban: Fun, Creativity, and Contracts #104
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On this week's episode, host Pete Salsich and guest Dani Durban dive into the world of law and creativity. In this engaging conversation, Dani opens up about her professional journey and the experiences that have shaped her career. From her early days in contract drafting to her expertise in advertising law, Dani provides valuable insights for lega…
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Intro to Artificial Intelligence in Intellectual Property #103
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Welcome to the Screen Lawyer Podcast! On this week's episode, we will dive into the fascinating topic of artificial intelligence (AI) and its impact on content creation. AI-generated content has become increasingly prevalent in our modern world, and it's truly remarkable. However, what many may not realize is that copyright law still applies to the…
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Ghost in the Lion Review with Jeremy Corray & Tara Scully
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The return of Sven in Ghost in the Lion (ep 117) was a special episode for many Voltron fans. And to review this episode on the podcast, we have two special guests. Jeremy Corray was Supervising Producer on Voltron Force, and for this episode, he was also the writer. And we also have Tara Scully, longtime Voltron superfan, VoltCon Trivia Host, and …
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Legal Battles and Rock 'n' Roll - Gary Pierson Shares His Experience #102
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Welcome to the Screen Lawyer Podcast! In this week's episode, host Pete is joined by Capes Sokol's counsel, Gary A. Pierson, to discuss a wide range of topics in the world of entertainment and intellectual property law. Pete and Gary share their professional history and delve into fascinating insights into copyright law and how it applies to the mu…
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Marc and Greg have a special guest, Elizabeth Cox, to help review the 16th episode of Voltron Force - Brains. Elizabeth brings a unique perspective, having been a fan of the original series from 1984, however this is the only episode of Voltron Force she has seen. Elizabeth Cox is a huge Voltron Fan who has attended VoltCon twice and has many colle…
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Introduction to The Screen Lawyer Podcast #101
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Welcome to the very first episode of THE SCREEN LAWYER™ Podcast! Make sure to tune in every other week on Wednesday for new episodes where we discuss #WhatsOnYourScreen and bring you valuable insights and tips. In this episode, I'll be introducing myself and giving you a sneak peek of what you can expect in future episodes. From intellectual proper…
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Steve Sterling Interview (Producer - Voltron: DOTU)
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For episode 232, we interview Steve Sterling, Producer of the Voltron: Defender of the Universe series from 1984-1986. Steve is also Principal for imSterling International Media & Management. Steve Sterling had been interviewed by Let's Voltron Podcast co-host Greg Tyler at VoltCon 2022, but this a new extended interview, exclusive to Let's Voltron…
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In this first podcast for 2023, Marc and Greg interview DDP Voltron Comics Artist, EJ SU! EJ talks about the DDP Comics for Voltron: Defender of the Universe, doing concept character design for the Voltron Force TV show on Nicktoons, and much more! EJ SU is a freelance comic artist and industrial designer who wrote a book, titled Mecha Force, which…
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Marc and Greg celebrate 9 years of Let's Voltron: The Official Voltron Podcast with a walk down memory lane, recalling all the special moments that have made this podcast wonderful. We want to thank all the people who have joined us over the last 9 years! We couldn't have done these 230 episodes without all of you! We also want to thank Susan C for…
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VoltCon 2022 Review with Pete & Shannon
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Pete White and Shannon Muir join Marc and Greg to review everything that happened at VoltCon 2022 in Indianapolis from October 7-9, 2022. We cover the whole weekend, share pictures and snippets of the panels that were conducted by the podcast. Pete White is a huge Voltron Fan and friend of the podcast, and Pete was able to record all the Let's Volt…
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Shannon Muir joins Marc for the first half to review SDCC and preview VoltCon 2022, while Greg joins Marc in the second half to preview VoltCon and review the Blitzway Voltron. The video version of this podcast is available on YouTube here. As always, thanks for listening and watching! Let's Voltron!!…
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We have VoltCon Organizers Kevin Clark and Patrick and Savannah O'Connor joining us to run through a complete preview of VoltCon 2022, taking place in Indianapolis, Indiana, on October 8th and 9th, 2022. To get tickets to VoltCon 2022, go to VoltCon.org. To view the YouTube version of this podcast, go HERE! As always, thanks for listening to and wa…
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Eric Stocker, the winner of the first cosplay contest at VoltCon in 2019, joins Marc and Greg to talk about his many cosplays and props that he made himself for Voltron, Robotech, Spaceballs, and much more. His winning cosplay at VoltCon was the first Voltron cosplay we've seen that transformed into the 5 Robot lions from the full Voltron costume, …
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Marc and Greg are joined by Shannon Muir once again to review the Voltron Force episode, Rogue Trip, featuring fictional Voltron superfan, Dudley. Video version can be viewed HERE. As Always, Thanks for Listening and Watching! Let's Voltron!!By Marc Morrell, Greg Tyler, Shannon Muir
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Inside the Music Review with Natalie
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Marc and Greg are joined by Natalie for a review of Inside the Music, the 14th episode of Voltron Force. Natalie was a winner of both the Cosplay Contest and Voltron Trivia at VoltCon 2021. You view the video version on YouTube HERE. As Always, Thanks for Listening! Let's Voltron!!By Marc Morrell, Greg Tyler, Natalie Sikes
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In this episode of Let's Voltron: The Official Voltron Podcast, Marc and Greg review the Voltron Force episode, Clash of the Lions. Video Version is HERE As always, Thanks for Listening and Watching! Let's Voltron!!By Marc Morrell, Greg Tyler
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Hungry for Voltron Review with Tara
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Tara Scully joins Marc and Greg to review the 12th Voltron Force episode, Hungry for Voltron. Video version is available HERE As always, thanks for watching and listening! Let's Voltron!!By Marc Morrell, Greg Tyler, Tara Scully
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Anthony Hon, a game developer from Rojak Studios, is our special guest for our podcast on the History of Voltron Video Games. We find out about a concept game for VLD that Anthony and his friend had entered in the Universal GameDev Challenge. Anthony had demoed that concept game for the last 2 years at VoltCon. We also go through every video game t…
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Adam Beechen Interview & Predator Robeast Review
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On this brand new episode of Let's Voltron: The Official Voltron Podcast, we are excited to share our interview with Adam Beechen, writer of Predator Robeast, the 11th episode of Voltron Force on Nicktoons. We also have Shannon Muir, who introduced us to Adam, and shares the story of how they met and helps us review Predator Robeast. Adam Beechen s…
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