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PODCAST

Bond and Banter

Every episode a guest will impersonate a character or a real person connected to the world of James Bond. Your host Jack Lugo will interview them in character for a limited amount of time. Then the character will "leave" and Jack will interview his guest for the episode. The conversation will then turn to casual banter about Bond, entertainment news, or various topics.

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All Episodes

01:39:12

"Bond's Tailor" & Matt Spaiser

Bond and Banter ·

2021/08/27

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.

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01:22:53

"Achille Aubergine" & Robbie Sims

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2021/07/14

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

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02:15:35

"Col. Klebb + Red Grant" & Linda Zhu + Ben Haworth

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2021/07/08

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, &

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01:49:34

"Elliot Carver" & Justin Valero

Bond and Banter ·

2021/06/24

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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02:45:12

Jack's Birthday Show

Bond and Banter ·

2021/06/17

It's a very special episode of Bond and Banter! A number of previous guests return to celebrate host Jack Lugo's Birthday Party! Bill Koenig, David Lowbridge-Ellis, Christopher Wood, Michael Kirwan, & Linda Zhu join the festivities for some fantastic Bond talk, musical performances by Chris Wood, & even a full game of Bond Jeopardy over Zoom. The party guests start off chatting about Bond alumni on the Cameo app. Jack plays a number Birthday voicemails from previous podcast guest characters. Chris

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02:08:38

"Melina Havelock" & Kathleen Andries

Bond and Banter ·

2021/06/09

On the 17th episode of Bond and Banter, host Jack Lugo speaks with Melina Havelock who kindly answers all his questions about her recent quest to avenge the murder of her parents as well as her time with James Bond. Afterwards, Jack interviews Belgian James Bond fan Kathleen Andries. The two of them have a wide ranging conversation about several topics including growing up as a Bond fan in Belgium, visiting Bond locations during her holidays, what certain famous Bond quotes translate to in Dutch,

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01:17:38

"Raoul Silva" & Ibrahim Moustafa

Bond and Banter ·

2021/06/02

On episode 16 of Bond and Banter, host Jack Lugo attempts to get Raoul Silva to open up about his life and motivations shortly after Silva was knifed in the back and killed by James Bond. Afterwards, Jack interviews Eisner nominated comics writer / artist Ibrahim Moustafa about his time working on James Bond comics as well as his new book COUNT, which is a bold re-imagining of The Count of Monte Cristo by Alexandre Dumas. Ibrahim tells us about what drew him to this timeless revenge story and his

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01:57:17

"Henchman #1,138" & Michael Kirwan

Bond and Banter ·

2021/05/26

Volcano Headquarters Henchman and staff worker #1,138 pays a visit to the Bond and Banter podcast shortly after his demise at the hands of some ninjas who penetrated his work place thanks to secret agent James Bond. Host Jack Lugo asks a number of questions about his occupation and daily life at the hollowed-out volcano shortly before this red-uniformed worker enters the afterlife. Afterwards, Bond radio documentarian & podcast editor Michael Kirwan joins the podcast for a wide-ranging discussion

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02:04:07

"Jim Fanning" & David Lowbridge-Ellis

Bond and Banter ·

2021/05/19

On episode 14 of Bond and Banter, host Jack Lugo interviews MI6's resident art expert "Jim Fanning" shortly after Bond shocked him by bidding on a Fabergé egg against Kamal Khan. Jack asks a number of questions about that event as well as Jim Fanning's personal life. Afterwards, founder of the Licence To Queer website David Lowbridge-Ellis joins the podcast for a thoughtful and honest discussion about the prospect of a bisexual James Bond. David and Jack also discuss a minor scoop that David's

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01:35:48

"Q / Major Boothroyd " & Matthew Wood

Bond and Banter ·

2021/05/12

Shortly after his 1999 retirement, Q / Major Boothroyd invents a gadget to contact the future. He reaches the Bond and Banter podcast in the year 2021 for an interview with Jack Lugo for the 13th episode of the podcast. Jack asks the now retired Q a number of questions about his decades long work with Q-Branch and 007 as well as some rather personal questions. Afterwards, Jack interviews guest Matthew Wood about what motivated him to start the Shaken Not Stirred FB Group page, Bond fandom, the Rocky

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01:15:08

"Octopussy" & Jocelyn Sia

Bond and Banter ·

2021/05/05

For the 12th episode of Bond and Banter, Jack Lugo interviews Octopussy just after she and James Bond spent some time "recuperating" from their ordeal with Kamal Kahn. Octopussy answers many of Jack's probing questions. Afterwards, Jack interviews Jocelyn Sia, the founder of the Instagram page Ladies Who Bond. They talk about what motivated her to start the Instagram page as well as her experience reading through the Ian Fleming novels. Along the way, they also chat about Bond fandom, Jocelyn's

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01:44:03

"Brad Whitaker" & Sean Faust

Bond and Banter ·

2021/04/28

On the 11th episode of Bond and Banter, host Jack Lugo chats with "Brad Whitaker" right after he's been killed by 007's wolf whistle key ring. Find why Whitaker became so enamored by the military and what he would've done differently. Afterwards, Jack interviews musician Sean Faust about wide range of topics including Sean's original songs "I Find It Easy" & "Gin Asylum," Bond music and Q The Music Show's Jazzed Not Shaken album. They also discuss their common love of Pink Floyd music, The Howard

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01:39:45

"Michael G. Wilson Returns" & Bill Koenig

Bond and Banter ·

2021/04/21

"Michael G. Wilson" returns on the 10th episode of the Bond and Banter podcast. Host Jack Lugo subjects the co-producer of the James Bond franchise to slew of tough questions. Find out how Michael reacts to Jack's interview style and whether or not we get some definitive answers to recent Bond news stories. Afterwards, Bill Koenig joins Jack for some topical discussions about a few notable spy genre deaths, rumors about a follow up to the 2015 Man for U.N.C.L.E. film, the recent MGM investor call,

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01:32:45

"Max Zorin" & Adam Hollingworth

Bond and Banter ·

2021/04/14

"Max Zorin" has used microchips to contact Bond and Banter host Jack Lugo from the afterlife for the 9th episode of the podcast. "Max" reflects on the events leading to Operation Main Strike, his frustrations dealing with 007, and his relationship with henchwoman May Day. Afterwards, Jack interviews Adam Hollingworth - co-host of the Roger Moore's Cubby Hole podcast. Jack & Adam discuss the state of Bond, Roger Moore as an actor, & Adam's thoughts on the future of the Bond franchise.

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01:11:20

"Natalya Simonova" & Marlene Orth

Bond and Banter ·

2021/04/07

For the 8th episode of Bond and Banter, host Jack Lugo interviews "Natalya Fyodorovna Simonova" directly after her "debriefing" with James Bond concluding their success at stopping Alec Trevelyan from using the GoldenEye satellite. Find out how Natalya felt along each step of her harrowing adventure with James! Afterwards, Jack chats with Marlene about her time growing up as a Bond fan in Germany, the German dubs of Bond films, Jurassic Park, Harry Potter, her home-made Bond Monopoly board game, and

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01:22:57

"John Glen" & Robbie Sims

Bond and Banter ·

2021/03/31

It's the 007th episode BOND AND BANTER! Host Jack Lugo takes the podcast audience on a journey through his Bond dream where he interviews legendary five-time Bond director "John Glen." Listen in as John Glen and Jack have a conversation during Jack's dream sequence! Afterwards Jack speaks to humorist and author of Quantum of Silliness Robbie Sims (aka @TheTchaikovsky on Twitter). Robbie and Jack chat about Bond, Robbie's esoteric sense of humor, Bond Twitter polls, Roger Moore's "Wells," and much

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01:20:02

"Smithers" & Alan J. Porter

Bond and Banter ·

2021/03/24

On episode 6 of Bond and Banter, host Jack Lugo interviews Q’s assistant “Smithers.” Find out what's like working with Q at the MI6 laboratories. Afterwards, Jack interviews author and podcaster Alan J. Porter about his upcoming James Bond Lexicon book, Bond comics, his recent essay in a Batman book about the classic Adam West series, the Ian Fleming Foundation, and more!

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01:17:52

"Dr. Christmas Jones" & Linda Zhu

Bond and Banter ·

2021/03/17

In episode 5 of Bond and Banter, host Jack Lugo chats with "Dr. Christmas Jones" after her memorable night with 007. We find out how she felt during her adventure with the iconic spy and whether her night with James was a mutual fling or something more. Afterwards, Jack speaks with Bond fan Linda Zhu all about the state of the Bond franchise, the Bond women of the Brosnan era, and more!

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01:06:38

"Ernst Stavro Blofeld" & David Lowbridge-Ellis

Bond and Banter ·

2021/03/10

In episode 4 for Bond and Banter, host Jack Lugo interviews "Ernst Stavro Blofeld" directly from his batho sub during the events of Diamonds Are Forever. Find out the names of Blofeld's cats as well his contigency plans should his scheme in the film fail to go as plan and much more. Afterwards, Jack welcomes guest David Lowbridge-Ellis who runs the Licence To Queer blog about Bond's LGBTQ connections, the re-examination of films, and the importance of Queer studies to our history and education.

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01:24:50

"Valentin Zukovsky" & Justin Valero

Bond and Banter ·

2021/03/03

Episode 3 of Bond and Banter features an interview with "Valentin Zukovsky"! The former KGB agent discusses his life as a Soviet spy as well as his previous encounters with 007. Zukovsky details the events that led him to his faithful final encounter with Bond and Electra King and why he decided to save Bond rather than kill Ms. King. Afterwards, host Jack Lugo interview Bond fan Justin Valero about Bond, his background in national security and terrorism studies, Bond video games, and further

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