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Beyond Thundera Podcast

Beyond Thundera Podcast
Thundercats
Silverhawks
Rankin-Bass
Rankin/bass
Thundercats Live
Peter Pan and the Pirates
Animation Industry
Leonard Starr
Kepyr
Radical Retro Rewind
Global Thundercats Community
Stranger Things
Fox Kids
Rankin Bass
Kindred Spirits
New York
Audio Production
Writing For Animation
80s Animation
VHS/DVD Release Nostalgia

Welcome to Beyond Thundera — the podcast where Hall of Omens author Sean McKeone teams up with ThunderCats writer, Peter Lawrence to talk about the secrets, stories, and creative madness behind ThunderCats and everything that came after. We’re talking SilverHawks, TigerSharks, and the wild world of 80s and 90s animation. Expect behind the scenes info, untold production stories, toy talk, guests, a... more

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William “Bill” Overgard's name appears on some unforgettable ThunderCats episodes. But the story behind that name is considerably stranger — and more fascinating — than the credits ever revealed.

Peter Lawrence didn't just work with Bill Overgard. H... more

Where did Mongor actually come from?

More than 40 years after writing the ThunderCats episode, Peter Lawrence went back and reread his original "Mongor" script — and discovered things in it that even he hadn't realized were there.

In this episode o... more

Most ThunderCats, SilverHawks, Comic Strip & TigerSharks fans have seen Steve Gruskin's name in the credits.

Very few know what he actually did.

Steve Gruskin helped shape the sound of ThunderCats, SilverHawks, TigerSharks, and other beloved Rankin... more

ThunderCats collector, customizer, educator, and historian Nick Carver (Nick from Thundera) joins Sean "Buddha" McKeone and original ThunderCats writer Peter Lawrence for a fascinating conversation about one of the most unique ThunderCats projects ev... more

ThunderCats fandom is global, in this episode of Beyond Thundera, we sit down with t ThunderCats fan Egmond Duplessis aka We Want More ThunderCats on Instagram

From growing up in South Africa watching ThunderCats during the 1980s to discovering the... more

ThunderCats fans have probably seen Zack Ramadan's name before—even if they didn't realize it. Zack is one of the fans who contributed to the official ThunderCats DVD releases, and in this episode of Beyond Thundera he shares the incredible story of ... more

Before ThunderCats, Larry Franke was working in the legendary New York recording scene alongside names like John Lennon, Billy Joel, Paul Simon, Fleetwood Mac, Steely Dan, and producer Phil Ramone. Then his career took an unexpected turn into the wor... more

ThunderCats Live remains one of the most fascinating and least documented chapters in ThunderCats history. In this first time interview, Sean "Buddha" McKeone and original ThunderCats writer Peter Lawrence sit down with Marty Almaraz, who portrayed T... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Gruskin
SoundShark supervisor for ThunderCats, SilverHawks, TigerSharks
ThunderCats/SilverHawks production teams
Episode: ThunderCats Soundtrack Supervisor Steve Gruskin Reveals the Secrets Behind the Sound
Nick Carver
Professor Nick Carver; creator of the Black Widow Shark custom and ThunderCats history class founder
Independent creator/academic
Episode: Warner Bros. Approved a ThunderCats College Class?! | From Black Widow Shark to Prof. Nick Carver
Egmond DuPlessis
ThunderCats fan and collector, organizer of We Want More ThunderCats
We Want More ThunderCats (social initiative)
Episode: Beyond Thundera w/ ThunderCats fan Egmond DuPlessis aka @wewantmorethundercats on Instagram
Zack Ramadan
ThunderCats DVD extras contributor; writer linked to ThunderCats materials
ThunderCats (DVD credits)
Episode: How ThunderCats Sparked a Lifetime of Creativity and Collecting | Zack Ramadan
Larry Franke
Audio engineer and sound engineer for ThunderCats and SilverHawks
ThunderCats production teams (Rankin-Bass related)
Episode: From John Lennon to ThunderCats | w/ Editorial Recording Staff Audio Engineer Larry Franke
Marty Almaraz
ThunderCats Live cast member who played Tygra and Buzz-Saw
ThunderCats Live cast
Episode: ThunderCats Live: The Lost Arena Show That Sold Out Madison Square Garden w/ Marty Almaraz (perfomed as Tygra, Buzz-Saw, & More)
Jim Meskimen
Voice actor and artist brought on to discuss his ThunderCats, Rankin Bass, and career
Episode: The ThunderCats Artist Who Later Became a Hollywood Actor & Impressionist | Jim Meskimen
Maggie Wheeler
Voice of Steelheart and Melodia (SilverHawks); known for Friends and Seinfeld
Television/Animation Talent
Episode: Maggie Wheeler (Melodia, Steelheart) REUNITES w/ ThunderCats & SilverHawks Larry Kenney (Lion-O, Bluegrass) & Peter Newman (Tygra, Quicksilver) After 40 Years
Larry Kenney
Voice of Lion-O (ThunderCats)
Voice Actor
Episode: Maggie Wheeler (Melodia, Steelheart) REUNITES w/ ThunderCats & SilverHawks Larry Kenney (Lion-O, Bluegrass) & Peter Newman (Tygra, Quicksilver) After 40 Years

Hosts

Sean McKeone
Host of Beyond Thundera Podcast; Hall of Omens (author)
Peter Lawrence
ThunderCats writer and showrunner; writer/producer for ThunderCats and related properties

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Beyond Thundera w/ writer & voice actor Jeri Craden - She Left Everything Behind… and Found ThunderCats
Q: Was getting into Rankin Bass and animation writing something you actively pursued, or did it come later?
Craden explains that she pursued writing in Canada and then in New York after opportunities arose; she discusses the scarcity of writers and the need for writers, and how meeting the right people opened doors, rather than a single planned path into Rankin Bass.
Beyond Thundera w/ recording staff insider John Crenshaw: What REALLY Happened Behind-the- Scenes of ThunderCats & Rankin Bass
Q: Can you share a memorable backstage moment or anecdote from the recording floor?
There were many funny moments; colleagues would joke and perform unexpected antics, including a notable incident with an actor and backstage humor that became legendary among the crew.
Beyond Thundera w/ Celesta Johnston | How ThunderCats Became “Home” For an Entire Generation
Q: What does ThunderCats mean to you personally and why has it stuck with you so long?
Celesta explains that ThunderCats gave her a sense of home and stability during frequent moves, through its characters and lair—the franchise became a reliable anchor in her life.
Beyond Thundera: Inside the Making of Fox's Peter Pan and the Pirates | Tim Curry | Hook | Fox Kids
Q: Can you describe the impact of Tim Curry's portrayal of Hook on the series?
Tim Curry developed a memorable, Emmy-winning persona for Hook that became central to the show's dynamics, elevating the material beyond a standard adaptation and creating a focal point around which the rest of the cast and storylines revolved.
Beyond Thundera: Inside the Making of Fox's Peter Pan and the Pirates | Tim Curry | Hook | Fox Kids
Q: What was unique about the writing process for this show compared to others at the time?
Unlike many productions governed by a large committee, this show operated as a close-knit unit with a strong showrunner vision. The writers pitched many ideas, but the network-approved approach kept a tight rein on the overall direction, and the team created a distinct humor and language around Hook and the Pirates.

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What is Beyond Thundera Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A deep-dan exploration of ThunderCats and related 80s/90s animation, hosted by two long-time contributors with hands-on experience in writing, production, and storytelling. The conversations span behind-the-scenes production workflows, sound design, voice acting, and the evolution of the property from Rankin/Bass through modern revivals. Guests range from sound designers and animation veterans to voice actors, writers, and fans who helped shape the franchise, often weaving in personal origin stories, collector perspectives, and industry context. The show likely stands out for its archival bent, insider anecdotes, and a community-driven angle that connects original creators, performers, and dedicated fans through nostalgia and ongoing IP dis... more

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2. Nick Carver
3. Egmond DuPlessis
4. Zack Ramadan
5. Larry Franke
6. Marty Almaraz
7. Jim Meskimen
8. Maggie Wheeler

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