Season 1
(Producer note: The sound on this episode was degraded due to some technical difficulties. Please excuse the lower quality.) Fred Dakin and Tom Stadler continue their deep dive into the world of franchises by exploring the works of famed film and TV composer, Michael Giacchino. They are joined by musician/comedian Brian Bayer to discuss the history, high notes, and familiar melodies of Giacchino and his scores.
(Producer note: The sound on this episode was degraded due to some technical difficulties. Please excuse the lower quality.) Fred Dakin and Tom Stadler kick off their deep dive into the world of franchises with the classic manga and anime, Dragon Ball. They are joined by comedian Joe Francisco to discuss the history, highlights, and overall oddities throughout Akira Toriyama's classic series.
Welcome to State of the Franchise! In this episode, Fred and Tom welcome you to the podcast by offering an overview of what the show is about, as well as what you can expect on your journey into wonderful world of franchises. Together they reflect on one official year of the show by discussing some of the highlights (so far), the show's brief history, and what to expect from the podcast moving forward. Check back with us bi-weekly to hear more about your favorite franchises in the near future!