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"Sean Connery" & Spencer Draper Return to Discuss the Connery Collection 4K UHD Set
Apr 6, 2026
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"MGW"Addresses $20 Million Amazon Figure from EON Regulatory Filing & Bill Koenig
Oct 24, 2025
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Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning Discussion w/ Bill Koenig
Jun 11, 2025
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Connery 4K UHD Set Announcement w/ "Sean Connery" & Spencer Draper aka Damn Fool Idealistic Crusader
Apr 2, 2025
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Amazon Buyout Chat with "MGW" & Bill Koenig
Mar 24, 2025
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| 4/6/26 |  "Sean Connery" & Spencer Draper Return to Discuss the Connery Collection 4K UHD Set | In this first Bond and Banter episode of 2026 "Sean Connery" briefly returns for the purpose of seeking residuals as well as to critique the recent box set release of his Bond films on 4K UHD. Afterwards Spencer Draper (better known as That Damn Fool Idealistic Crusader on YouTube) returns to the podcast to have a follow up discussion about the recent Connery 4K UHD set as well as other physical media news in the world of Bond. Stay tuned for a fun in depth discussion on the home media status of each Connery's Bond films as well as the pros and cons in store for customers who have purchased this particular set. | — | ||||||
| 10/24/25 |  "MGW"Addresses $20 Million Amazon Figure from EON Regulatory Filing & Bill Koenig | After the Amazon buyout for creative control of the James Bond franchise was initrially reported to be for $1 billion, a recent regulatory filing lists the figure at $20 million. Frequent Bond and Banter guest "MGW"comes on to address in a funny comedy sketch to start the show. Afterwards, Spy Command editor in chief Bill Koenig joins the podcast to further discuss this bit of Bond news. | — | ||||||
| 6/11/25 |  Mission Impossible: The Final Reckoning Discussion w/ Bill Koenig | The podcast welcomes back frequent guest Bill Koenig of The Spy Command blog for a fun discussion about the latest installment in the Mission Impossible film franchise exploring some of the common themes and elements it shares with the James Bond franchise. | — | ||||||
| 4/2/25 |  Connery 4K UHD Set Announcement w/ "Sean Connery" & Spencer Draper aka Damn Fool Idealistic Crusader | Rumors about Warner Bros. releasing the Connery Eon Bond films have been swirling since late last year. With pre-orders live on Amazon yet few other details revealed thus far, we speak with the preeminent expert on physical media, James Bond aficionado Spencer Draper (aka Damn Fool Idealistic Crusader on social media and YouTube). Spencer talks about his thoughts, concerns, and hopes for this particular 4K UHD release and why this may very well rank among the most important disc reviews he's ever done on his YouTube channel. First in keeping with this podcast's tradition of sketch comedy, however, we check in with the dearly departed "Sean Connery" to see what's on his mind. Later on, I also speak to Spencer about all the latest developments in the world of Bond including the essential releases of the La-La Land discs and of course the Amazon buyout. | — | ||||||
| 3/24/25 |  Amazon Buyout Chat with "MGW" & Bill Koenig | Bond and Banter returns with our 1st episode of 2025! With the news of the Amazon buyout of the Bond franchise announced a few months ago, host Jack Lugo brings back frequent Bond and Banter guest "MGW" to ask some more pointed questions concerning this entire shocking development . "MGW" is of course Bill Koenig of the Spy Command blog with his excellent impression of "Michael G. Wilson." After our opening sketch, Bill and Jack engage in a lively discussion about the latest earth-shattering Bond news! Some explicit language due to the need of having to quote the Wall Street Journal story where in Barbara Broccoli allegedly referred to Amazon executives as "f**king idots." | — | ||||||
| 6/19/24 |  "MGW," The Thalberg Award, & Bill Koenig | After a long stretch of time without doing character sketches, Bond and Banter returns with an ALL NEW intro sketch to kick off the episode. "Michael G. Wilson" (AKA Bill Koenig) returns to the podcast with some Bond franchise news guaranteed to disappoint anyone eagerly anticipating some kind of Bond 26 announcement. Instead of breaking any news about the next installment of the franchise, "MGW" uses this opportunity to gloat about the recent announcement that he and Barbara Broccoli will be receiving the Thalberg Award at a separate ceremony in November for honorary Oscars. Afterwards, the Spy Command editor-in-chief Bill Koenig rejoins the podcast for a fun conversation about the state of the Bond franchise. | — | ||||||
| 5/25/24 |  GoldenEye 007 for N64 with Alyse Knorr | The Bond and Banter podcast welcomes Alyse Knorr, author of GoldenEye 007 published by Boss Fight Books. We dive into the history the classic N64 game that proved to be not only a successful adaptation of an important Bond film but also a major innovation in gaming, changing the playing field for the first person shooter genre while also presenting players with the immensely popular multi-player option. Alyse interviewed the game developers for her book, who were mostly inexperienced in the field and found out how they came to develop a game that is still revered across both Bond and gaming fan communities. She also shares some of her personal experiences with the game and the research for her book as well as her love of both the Bond franchise and gaming. | — | ||||||
| 4/24/24 |  Ranking the Bond Theme Songs with Sean Faust | Host Jack Lugo welcomes friend and musician Sean Faust to the podcast to rank and discuss the Eon James Bond theme songs. Sean and Jack discuss some of the challenges involved in this exercise given the perameters they agreed upon beforehand, not to mention the plethora of outstanding music to sort through and rank. We also discuss Sean's music playing a clip from his song "Who Are You, Anyway?" and his upcoming performances in the tri-state area. Sean and Jack discuss James Bond, music, Howard Stern, and more in this ALL NEW episode of Bond and Banter! | — | ||||||
| 4/2/24 |  Bond Rumors, Rankings, and AI w/ Michael Kirwan | Host Jack Lugo welcomes back friend and editor Michael Kirwan for a discussion on some of the latest Bond rumors along with some fascinating topics that Michael has explored on his YouTube channel including his ranking of the Bond films and the prospect of AI playing a role in the future of the franchise. Jack and Michael do a fun little exercise utilizing ChatGPT to write the next Bond film. Find out what results the came up with and enjoy some fun banter about all things Bond in this ALL NEW episode of Bond and Banter. | — | ||||||
| 3/23/24 |  Bond on Physical Media w/ Spencer Draper | In this all new episode of BOND AND BANTER, host Jack Lugo welcomes Spencer Draper (aka @DamnFoolCrusade on Twitter / X) to the podcast for an in depth discussion on the state of the James Bond films on physical media. Spencer's expertise on the technical specifications of the Bond physical media releases offers many fascinating insights into the current condition of these films, which previous releases offer the best video and audio quality, and what needs to be done to properly preserve the Bond films so that future generations can continue to enjoy them. Spencer also put together a fun editing project utilzing his Sean Connery impression to insert a "Connery voiceover" into non-Bond characters in other films such as GoldenEye. Look for a link to his Connery VO project on Vimeo as all as Spener's YouTube Channel: Damn Fool Idealistic Crusader. | — | ||||||
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| 3/13/24 |  Bond And Banter Returns w/ Bill Koenig | After a long hiatus, the Bond and Banter podcast has returned with a BRAND NEW episode in 2024! Host Jack Lugo welcomes Bill Koenig to talk about where things stand with the James Bond franchise as well as the latest Bond 26 rumors. Bill and Jack also discuss The Man from U.N.C.L.E., Mission Impossible, Argylle, the new Dynamite Bond comics, and towards the end a Bond musical that never happened. | — | ||||||
| 4/6/22 |  "Barbara & Michael" + Shayla Miller & Bill Koenig | "Barbara & Michael" make their return to Bond And Banter to mark the end of awards season for No Time To Die and what should be the end of the Daniel Craig era in the Bond franchise even if Barbara isn't ready to say goodbye. Afterwards Shayla Miller, Bill Koenig, and Jack Lugo have a wide-ranging discussion about the latest Bond news, The Oscars, The Slap, and some of our own suggestions as to what Amazon could do with the Bond franchise now that they're acquired MGM. All this and more!! | — | ||||||
| 3/24/22 |  ''Dikko Henderson" & Jon Auty | Bond And Banter returns for our first episode of 2022! "Dikko Henderson" turns up just as he was about to tell James Bond some vital information. Unfortunately he's been killed, but this gives host Jack Lugo an opportunity to ask him fun questions! Afterwards, Jon Auty of Behind The Stunts joins the podcast to talk to Jack about the stunts of the James Bond franchise as well as other film industry topics. Along the way, Jon gives us his top 5 fight stunts and top 5 car stunts of the Bond franchise! You don't want to miss this fascinating discussion! | — | ||||||
| 12/15/21 |  The Xmas Episode with Bill Koenig & Shayla Miller | It's the Christmas / Holiday Bond And Banter special episode! For the final episode of the year, Jack speaks with "Michael G. Wilson"(played by Bill Koenig) & "Barbara Broccoli" (played by Shayla Miller). The 2 Eon producers are confronted with inconvenient truths about the financial performance of No Time To Die. Plus find out what kind of gifts the half-siblings get each other for the Holidays! Afterwards, Bill & Shayla join the podcast (as themselves) for some banter about Bond, an impromptu version of The Price Is Right (Bond Cameo Edition), Diana The Musical, Holiday plans, & More! | — | ||||||
| 11/24/21 |  "The Havelocks" & Alan + Gillian Porter | On the 29th episode of Bond And Banter, "The Havelocks" drop in on the podcast just after being tragically gunned down by Gonzalez. They both open up about the events that led to their premature deaths as well as their hopes for their daughter Melina. Afterwards, writers Alan & Gillian Porter join host Jack Lugo for a discussion about their book The James Bond Lexicon, their thoughts on No Time To Die, Alan's new Beatles podcast Before They Were Beatles, and much more! | — | ||||||
| 11/9/21 |  No Time To Die Group Discussion (Part 2) | For the 28th episode of Bond And Banter, host Jack Lugo welcomes guests Linda Zhu (James Bond Radio) & Ben Haworth (Movie Gang Podcast) to discuss the latest film entry in the James Bond franchise, No Time To Die. The group dives into a SPOILER-filled conversation all about the film taking a look at the film's strengths and weaknesses. They also talk about what might be next for the Bond franchise and where they would like the franchise to do moving forward. | — | ||||||
| 10/14/21 |  No Time To Die Round Table Discussion (Part1) | On the 27th episode of Bond And Banter, host Jack Lugo invites a panel of Bond fans to discuss No Time To Die. Word of warning -This is very much a SPOILER-filled conversation. Joining the panel are: Bill Koenig of the Spy Command blog, David Lowbridge-Ellis of the Licence To Queer blog, Bond fan & YouTube host Shayla Miller, & master Bond character impressionist Justin Valero. We discuss our thoughts, opinions, and observations on the latest entry in the Eon James Bond series. Find out what we thought were the film's strengths & weaknesses, our thoughts on this conclusion of the Daniel Craig era, and various other observations. | — | ||||||
| 10/6/21 |  "Barbara Broccoli" & Shayla Miller | On this all new episode of Bond and Banter, "Barbara Broccoli" is surprised to find host Jack Lugo on the press junket as she promotes the highly anticipated North American release of NO TIME TO DIE. "Barbara" reluctantly answers questions about letting go of Daniel Craig and whether some of the previous Bond actors deserve as much praise as she heaps on Daniel. "Barbara" is of course the highly talented Shayla Miller who returns to the podcasts this time to discuss her encounter with Pierce Brosnan, her Vargas t-shirt design, Halloween plans, favorite horror films, and more! Listen as Jack and Shayla anticipate the release of a new James Bond film! | — | ||||||
| 9/29/21 |  "Michael G. Wilson Promotes NTTD" & Bill Koenig | With the release of No Time To Die finally happening, it's time to talk to recurring Bond and Banter guest "Michael G. Wilson" as host Jack Lugo somehow got himself on the press junket. Jack asks a bunch of tough questions that usually don't get asked by typical entertainment media. Find out how Michael G. Wilson navigates his way through questions about the future of Bond and whether or not Steve Mazzaro deserves most of the credit for writing the Hans Zimmer score. Afterwards, Bill Koenig joins Jack once again for a wide ranging discussion about No Time To Die, the Bond franchise, and even about mortality itself. All this & more in the latest ep of Bond and Banter! | — | ||||||
| 9/16/21 |  "Elektra King" & Shayla Miller | An unrepentant Elekra King joins the podcast shortly after having been shot and killed by James Bond. We attempt to learn more about what led the daughter of an oil tycoon down such a destructive path & make sense of the choices she made to become the criminal mastermind who 007 was forced to stop at all cost. Afterwards, Jack speaks to Bond fan and YouTube host Shayla Miller. They have a fun conversation about James Bond as well their mutual love of Tango & Cash and the TV series Hannibal. Find out Shayla's answers to the JBR Quickfire Questions & how she started her YouTube channel with her friend Chelsea! | — | ||||||
| 9/9/21 |  "Willard Whyte" & Greg Probst | On the 23rd episode of Bond and Banter, Willard Whyte tells us how he became such a successful yet reclusive billionaire business magnate. Find out about his ordeal having been kidnapped and replaced by Ernst Stavro Blofeld in a devious plot involving diamonds and a dangerous satellite! How were Bambi and Thumper as prison guards? What was it like to witness the destruction of the oil rig? All this & more! Afterwards, Greg Probst of the Baseball And Whatever podcast joins host Jack Lugo for a fun-filled chat about Bond and baseball. | — | ||||||
| 8/27/21 |  "Bond's Tailor" & Matt Spaiser | Host Jack Lugo recounts part of his summer vacation visiting Orlando's Dezerland Park. Then Bond's tailor (seen in Live aand Let Die) stops by for a visit. Jack asks him all about what it's like having 007 as a steady customer. Afterwards, Jack chats with Matt Spaiser who has co-authored a new book From Tailors With Love all about the clothes of Bond and the people who made 007 look iconic on the silver screen for almost 60 years. | — | ||||||
| 7/14/21 |  "Achille Aubergine" & Robbie Sims | On the 21st episode of Bond and Banter, French Detective Achille Aubergine joins the podcast after having been killed by a poisoned paper butterfly during his supper with James Bond at the Eiffel Tower. Host Jack Lugo queries the affable fallen detective about how he feels given his grave set of circumstances. Here's your opportunity to find out more about Detective Aubergine! Afterwards, Quantum of Silliness author Robbie Sims joins the podcast for a wide ranging discussion on Bond including his thoughts on the recent MGM / Amazon merger and what kind of absurd spin-off projects he'll wish to trademark. All this and more! | — | ||||||
| 7/8/21 |  "Col. Klebb + Red Grant" & Linda Zhu + Ben Haworth | It's a From Russia With Love extravaganza! Col. Rosa Klebb & Red Grant join the podcast after their fatal encounters with James Bond. Find out why Spectre appealed to each of them as well as inside details about their mission to kill & embarass 007 using a Lektor decoder as bait. Shockingly, they dispel the myth of Bond's sexual prowess! Afterwards, Linda Zhu (James Bond Radio) & Ben Haworth (Movie Gang Podcast) join Jack for some entertaining Bond talk, JBR Quickfire Questions, thoughts on FRWL, & more! | — | ||||||
| 6/24/21 |  "Elliot Carver" & Justin Valero | On episode 19 of Bond and Banter, host Jack Lugo interviews Elliot Carver about the events of Tomorrow Never Dies. Find out if the media baron would've done anything differently now that his ambitions have cost him his life at the hands of 007. Hear Carver's insights on the power of the media! Afterwards, Jack speaks with Bond fan Justin Valero about Justin's knack for impressions, his thoughts on the recent Amazon / MGM deal, what to expect from No Time To Die, and more! | — | ||||||
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