Epic Tales From the Sewers
An exciting and in depth look into the world of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, with comics, movies, animation, video games and toys!
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March 24, 2023
Epic Tales from the Sewers with Erik Burnham
On this episode your hosts Justin and Eric are joined by special guest host Drew Mollo from the Splash Pages podcast. He is our expert on everything Ghostbusters, because we have a special guest this week. Our guest Erik Burnham has written for the who's who of comic book and movie characters including: Godzillia, Transformers, Gi Joe, Army of Darkness vs Reanimator, The Simpsons Comics, Spider-Man, Galaxy Quest, Back to the Future , Ghostbusters and of course the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
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Nov. 14, 2025
Epic Tales from the Sewers: Psychology and the TMNT with Alex Langley
In this episode Justin and Lydie @Channel6chick dive into the Psychology of the TMNT. Our guest is an Author and co-editor of the Pop Culture Psychology book Spider-Man Psychology Untangling Webs. Alex has also written several books on Nerd and Geek culture including The Geek Handbook series, Make a Nerdy Living, 100 Greatest Graphic Novels, and his own Graphic Novel Kill The Freshmen. We are taking an in-depth look at The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles from a Pop Culture Psychology perspective
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Sept. 13, 2026
Soul's Winter Full story
In the Guest era of Mirage Comics, a truly unique tale was told by Writer and Artist Michael Zulli with a script from Steven Murphy. From issues #31, 35 & 36 with Three Back up stories this is an esoteric offering that left many questions among readers but did leave a truly memorable spot in the TMNT Universe. Join me as I dive into all three issues of the Soul's Winter Trilogy. Issue # 31 Soul's Winter Issue #35 Soul's Withering Issue # 36 Soul's End and the Three back up stories A Splin
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Aug. 16, 2026
Epic Tales of Mutant Anatomy with Patrick Ehlers
On this episode Justin connects with the author of the TMNT Sourcebook as well as the recently released Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Anatomy of a Mutant book writer Patrick Ehlers. Patrick was mentioned in the Psychology of the TMNT episode, and I had to follow up and discuss the TMNT with him. We are talking about his new book which has artwork from Mateus Santolouco, and how he went about researching and writing this book. And a Huevos Rancheros Pizza Recipe for Pizza Time! Please follow
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July 26, 2026
AXL Kickstarter with Camillo DiPietrantonio and Rob Denner
Joining me today are two return Guests, artist and Creator Camillo DiPietrantonio and writer Rob Denner. We are talking about their new Kickstarter for AXL issue # 1. WHAT IS AXL? The first issue of AXL tells the tale of a genetically enhanced humanoid axolotl. Escaping from the clandestine government lab that held him, now hunted by the very same agency. AXL seeks to uncover the shards of his past and the truth behind the mysterious visions that plague his mind. Following his explosive debut
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June 24, 2026
TMNT X Godzilla Issues 1-5
In the Crossover event of the year the TMNT run into some Major Kaiju problems and see that Godzilla is attacking Japan, but to make matters worse King Gidorah attacks New York City! Master Splinter divulges the secret history of the Foot Clan and Odo Island where he, Yamato Yoshi and the Shredder once tried to repel the Mighty Godzilla and failed. Krang's new invention the Kaigutagen creates bigger problems for the turtles with giant sized Rocksteady and Bebop, but it's The Kaiju Turtles and
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May 28, 2026
35th Anniversary TMNT II the Secret of the Ooze
This year marks the 35th Anniversary of the second movie from the TMNT, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles 2: The Secret of the Ooze. I have gathered some friends in The Turtle-verse to discuss the film. I am asking some questions from my esteemed guests and reminiscing about the film from 1991.I am joined by a returning Guest from last year's Anniversary special Mike from Shellanomics.Then new guest and long time TMNT Podcaster Christian from TMNT the Talk or TMNT Der Talk in German, and finally Sta
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May 13, 2026
TMNT Cover Artist Matt Flint
Joining me today is Artist Matt Flint. Matt has a very anime and 90's X-men style to his artwork with a strong grasp on showing strong female characters. He has a great version of the Turtles that he has featured on a few covers for the IDW comic series. Matt has worked on variant covers for TMNT 148 and the new IDW run issue #3, as well as the Toxic Avenger and I Brought a Gorilla to a Gunfight! Listen in as we talk about art styles, influences, Joe Madureira, Star Wars and of course Turtle
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Dec. 28, 2025
The Show must go on...and upcoming things for 2026
Hi Tmnt universe, Justin here, and I just wanted to speak to you all and thank you for the support and listens from this past year. We have been able to break the 27,000 listens barrier and are well on our way from some additional growth in 2026.…
Nov. 3, 2024
Granite State Comic Con 2023
This year both Eric and myself were fortunate enough to attend Granite State Comic Con in Manchester, NH.
About the Host
Justin Cooper
Podcast Host, aspiring Voice Actor
Justin the the Host and Creator of the Epic Tales from the Sewers podcast as well as one of the creators for the Epic Shell Facebook group and TMNT fan club.
Justin got into Turtles when he was a kid watching the cartoon and getting the figures for Christmas gifts, but he was most passionate about the Comics. The TMNT Adventures or Archie Turtles are what got him into the Turtleverse most.
Justin claims to be able to beat the Dam in the NES TMNT without losing a Turtle!
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