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Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, and Shamus

Topics: Originally recorded on Wednesday, March 21, 2018. We discuss Toys R Us closing all its stores. Then we delve into Power Rangers Super Ninja Steel Episode 2 “Moment of Truth”, Episode 3 “Tough Love”, Episode 4 “Making Waves”, Episode 5 “Game Plan”, Episode 6 “Attack Of The Galactic Ninjas”, Episode 7 “The Need For Speed”, and Episode 8 “Caught Red Handed”.

This is 1 of 4 new episodes to be released in 5 days, so look for a new episode tomorrow!

Los Angeles, CA – February 12, 2018 – Saban Brands and Nickelodeon today announced the continuation of their longtime partnership, with Nickelodeon to serve as the official broadcaster for Saban’s Power Rangers television series in the U.S. through 2021.

“Saban’s Power Rangers has been on the air for 25 continuous seasons and we are thrilled to extend our long-standing and collaborative partnership with Nickelodeon through 2021 to continue to deliver action-packed adventures to a new generation of kids,” said Janet Hsu, Chief Executive Officer of Saban Brands. “We are excited for the year ahead and what’s to come for the Power Rangers franchise.”

Pam Kaufman, Chief Marketing Officer and President of Consumer Products, Nickelodeon Group added: “Saban Brands has been a leader in kids’ entertainment since its inception and we look forward to continuing our strong relationship by bringing fans more Power Rangers on Nickelodeon in the coming years.”

In 2018, the Power Rangers celebrate 25 continuous years on the air, making it one of the longest running series in television history with nearly 900 episodes aired to date. Created by Haim Saban and launched in 1993 with Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, the franchise celebrates its milestone anniversary year with the 25th season, “Power Rangers Super Ninja Steel” currently airing on Saturdays at 12 p.m. (ET/PT) on Nickelodeon in the U.S.

The Saban’s Power Rangers television series and subsequent movies, including the 2017 feature film with Lionsgate, follows the adventures of a group of ordinary teens who morph into superheroes and save the world from evil. The TV show airs in 150 markets around the world and is translated into numerous languages. As a top-ranked action brand for decades with more than 150 licensees globally, Saban Brands is commemorating Power Rangers’ landmark 25th year with year-long consumer events, promotions and partnerships.

For more information on Power Rangers, please visit www.powerrangers.com and follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, RangerNation.com and YouTube. To watch full episodes go to Nick.com and the Nick app.

About Saban’s Power Rangers

Saban’s Power Rangers franchise is the brainchild of Haim Saban, creator and producer of the original, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers hit series that launched in 1993. Following its introduction, “Power Rangers” quickly became the most-watched television program in the United States and remains one of the top-rated and longest running kids live-action series in television history. The series, currently in its 25thseason, follows the adventures of a group of ordinary teens who morph into superheroes and save the world from evil. It is seen in more than 150 markets, translated into numerous languages and a favorite on many key international children’s programming blocks around the world. For more information, visit www.powerrangers.com.

About Saban Brands

Formed in 2010 as an affiliate of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands acquires, develops and manages a world-class portfolio of entertainment properties. Saban Brands applies a global 360-degree management approach to growing and monetizing its brands through content, digital, marketing, distribution, licensing and retail in markets worldwide. Saban Brands’ growing entertainment portfolio of brands includes Power Rangers, Rainbow Butterfly Unicorn Kitty, Paul Frank, Popples, Glitter Force, Cirque du Soleil Junior – Luna Petunia and La Banda, amongst many others. Saban Brands is headquartered in Los Angeles with a global network of offices. For more information, visit www.sabanbrands.com.

About Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, now in its 38th year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The company includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, recreation, books and feature films. Nickelodeon’s U.S. television network is seen in more than 90 million households and has been the number-one-rated kids’ basic cable network for 22 consecutive years. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIA, VIAB).

According to Morphin Legacy, they received the following email about the “Power Rangers Live” stage tour:

Due to production delays, the Power Rangers Live! tour is postponed. We apologize for any inconvenience, tickets will be valid for the rescheduled show once announced. Refunds are available at point of purchase.

Indeed, the Power Rangers Live website has updated confirming the tour has been pushed back to 2019. You can still sign up on the event site for future updates.

SABAN’S POWER RANGERS MORPH INTO ACTION LIVE ON STAGE

In Celebration of Power Rangers’ 25th Anniversary, Power Rangers Live Tour to Launch in Spring 2018 in 50 North American Cities, Including Los Angeles and Toronto

Los Angeles – October 10, 2017 – In celebration of Saban’s Power Rangers’ 25th Anniversary, the iconic Rangers are set to morph onto stages around North America in an epic live show based on one of the longest running series in television history. Power Rangers Live will be an interactive, mixed media stage production for the whole family with endless action-packed stunts and epic martial arts. Featuring themes from Power Rangers Ninja Steel, six ordinary teens will morph into the Power Rangers to help save cities and the world from an alien threat! Kicking off in Phoenix, AZ on February 17, 2018, the tour will visit an additional 50 North American cities in Spring 2018, including Los Angeles and Toronto.

Citi is the official card of Saban’s Power Rangers Live. Beginning Tuesday, October 10, 2017, at 12pm (local time), Citi card members will have access to a special pre-sale, as well as VIP packages that include a meet and greet with the Power Rangers through Citi’s Private Pass Program. The public on sale date will be Friday, October 13 at 10:00 a.m. (local time).

The live tour will be part of a year-long celebration of 25 powerful years of Saban’s Power Rangers and the core pillars of the brand: inclusivity, diversity, and teamwork.

Created by Haim Saban and launched in 1993, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers quickly became a pop culture phenomenon. Today, Power Rangers is one of the longest running kids live-action series in television history. The series, currently in its 24th season with Power Rangers Ninja Steel, and subsequent movies, including 2017’s feature film with Lionsgate, follows the adventures of a group of ordinary teens who morph into superheroes and save the world from evil. Power Rangers currently airs in 150 markets around the world and is translated into numerous languages.

“Power Rangers Live incorporates state of the art video and technology, jaw dropping live action stunts and amazing martial arts to make for a first class theater experience for Ranger fans of all ages,” says Jonathan Shank, Executive Producer, Red Light Management.

“Power Rangers Live, in partnership with Red Light Management and CAA, will be a celebration of Saban’s Power Rangers’ 25th Anniversary. Fans across the franchise’s 25 year history, from those who grew up with the original Mighty Morphin Power Rangers to our fans currently watching Power Rangers Ninja Steel, will connect with this action-packed, live Power Rangers experience,” said Janet Hsu, CEO at Saban Brands.

Directed by Amy Tinkham
Written by James Bates and David McDermott
Produced by Red Light Management

Power Rangers Live! will visit more than 50+ cities across North America, find your show HERE!

For more information, please visit the Power Rangers Live Facebook page.

The VIP package will include:

• One (1) premium reserved ticket in the first (15) rows to see “Power Rangers Live”
• Invitation to the Ranger Base after the show featuring:
  Strike a pose and get a photo with the Power Rangers!
  ‘It’s Morphin Time!’ green screen photo booth (morph into your favorite Power Ranger!)
  Create your own Power Rangers mask
• One (1) exclusive Power Rangers gift
• Healthy snacks and water
• On-site Ranger Base host

And the current list of locations and dates are as follows:

• FEB 17 2018 — PHOENIX, AZ (Comerica Theatre, 400 West Washington)
  FEB 18 2018 — EL PASO, TX (Abraham Chavez Theatre, 1 Civic Center Plaza)
  FEB 20 2018 — SALT LAKE CITY, UT (Eccles Theater, 131 S. Main St.)
  FEB 21 2018 — DENVER, CO (Bellco Theatre, 700 14th St)
  FEB 23 2018 — GRAND PRAIRIE, TX (Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie, 1001 Performance Place)
  FEB 25 2018 — SAN ANTONIO, TX (Majestic Theater, 224 E. Houston St)
  FEB 27 2018 — SUGAR LAND, TX (Smart Financial Centre at Sugar Land, 18111 Lexington Blvd)
  FEB 28 2018 — NEW ORLEANS, LA (Mahalia Jackson Theater of the Performing Arts, 801 N. Rampart St)
  MAR 01 2018 — NASHVILLE, TN (Grand Ole Opry House, 2802 Opryland Dr)
  MAR 02 2018 — CHATTANOOGA, TN (Tivoli Theatre, 709 Broad St)
  MAR 05 2018 — CLEARWATER, FL (Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 N. McMullen Booth Rd)
  MAR 07 2018 — JACKSONVILLE, FL (Florida Theater, 128 E. Forsyth St)
  MAR 08 2018 — MELBOURNE, FL (King Center for the Performing Arts, 3865 N. Wickham Rd)
  MAR 09 2018 — FORT LAUDERDALE, FL (Au-Rene Theater at the Broward Center, 201 SW 5th Ave)
  MAR 10 2018 — ORLANDO, FL (Hard Rock Live, 6050 Universal Boulevard)
  MAR 11 2018 — ATLANTA, GA (Fox Theatre, 660 Peachtree St)
  MAR 12 2018 — KNOXVILLE, TN (Tennessee Theatre, 604 South Gay St)
  MAR 13 2018 — DURHAM, NC (Durham PAC, 123 Vivian St)
  MAR 15 2018 — UPPER DARBY, PA (Tower Theatre, 69th & Ludlow)
  MAR 16 2018 — MASHANTUCKET, CT (Foxwoods Casino, 350 Trolley Line Blvd)
  MAR 17 2018 — RED BANK, NJ (Count Basie Theatre, 99 Monmouth St)
  MAR 17 2018 — RED BANK, NJ (Count Basie Theatre – Matinee, 99 Monmouth St)
  MAR 18 2018 — READING, PA (Santander Arena, 700 Penn St)
  MAR 20 2018 — WILKES-BARRE, PA (The FM Kirby Center for the Performing Arts, 71 Public Square)
  MAR 21 2018 — LOWELL, MA (Lowell Memorial Auditorium, 50 E. Merrimack St)
  MAR 23 2018 — TORONTO, CA (Sony Centre for the Performing Arts, 1 Front St E)
  MAR 24 2018 — KITCHENER, ON (Centre in the Square, 101 Queen Street North)
  MAR 25 2018 — MONTREAL, QC (Bell Centre, 1260 rue de la Gauchetière Ouest)
  MAR 28 2018 — CINCINNATI, OH (Taft Theater, 317 East 5th St)
  MAR 29 2018 — YOUNGSTOWN, OH (Stambaugh Auditorium, 1000 5th Ave)
  MAR 30 2018 — ROYAL OAK, MI (Royal Oak Music Theatre, 318 W. Fourth St)
  MAR 31 2018 — ROSEMONT, IL (Rosemont Theatre, 5400 N. River Rd)
  APR 3 2018 — MINNEAPOLIS, MN (State Theatre, 805 Hennepin Ave)
  APR 4 2018 — MILWAUKEE, WI (Riverside Theatre, 116 W. Wisconsin Ave)
  APR 5 2018 — INDIANAPOLIS, IN (Murat Theater, 502 N. New Jersey St)
  APR 6 2018 — ST. LOUIS, MO (Peabody Opera House, 1400 Market St)
  APR 7 2018 — TULSA, OK (Brady Theater, 105 W. Brady St)
  APR 8 2018 — KANSAS CITY, MO (Arvest Bank Theatre at Midland)
  APR 11 2018 — RALSTON, NE (Ralston Arena, 7300 Q St)
  APR 13 2018 — BOISE, ID (Taco Bell Arena, 1910 University Dr)
  APR 14 2018 — SPOKANE, WA (INB Performing Arts Center, 334 W. Spokane Falls Blvd)
  APR 15 2018 — SEATTLE, WA (Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine St)
  APR 18 2018 — SAN DIEGO, CA (San Diego Civic Theatre, 1100 Third Ave)
  APR 19 2018 — SAN JOSE, CA (City National Civic, 135 W. San Carlos St)
  APR 20 2018 — LOS ANGELES, CA (Microsoft Theater, 777 Chick Hearn Ct)
  APR 21 2018 — SANTA BARBARA, CA (Arlington Theater, 1317 State St)
  APR 22 2018 — LAS VEGAS, NV (Cox Pavilion, 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy)

(Courtesy: Morgan Lamia from Rangerboard, Mega Power Brasil, and The Power Scoop)

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Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, Tristan, and Shamus
Topics: We discuss possible spoilers for the Power Rangers movie and Power Rangers Ninja Steel Episode 2 “Forged in Steel”.

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Hosted by: Lisa J, Jer, Tristan, and Shamus
Topics: We discuss the Power Rangers Ninja Steel premiere episode “Return of the Prism”.

Thanks to The Power Scoop for finding the following interview that new Red Ranger William Shewfelt did with The Modesto Bee. Here’s an excerpt:

On Jan. 15, he returns to New Zealand to shoot the second half of the Ninja Steel story arc through May. That will be the show’s 25th anniversary, airing in 2018 with guest appearances of the most popular past Rangers, Shewfelt said.

In terms of non-ranger alumni, we’ve already seen Kelson Henderson who has played various roles on Power Rangers including Boom from Power Rangers SPD, but footage from the sentai counterpart Ninninger does lend itself for past rangers to appear: Yellow Ranger from Magiranger, Red Ranger from Kakuranger, and both Red and Green Rangers from Hurricaneger. (Power Rangers Mystic Force, Mighty Morphin’ Alien Rangers, and Power Rangers Ninja Storm respectively.)

But are these the “most popular” rangers or are we in store for more surprises? Power Rangers Ninja Steel premieres Saturday, January 21, 2017 on Nickelodeon.

Spoiler alert: Yet again, it’s “It’s Morphin’ Time!”. I can’t….

Nick and More on Twitter has reported that Power Rangers Ninja Steel will be premiering on Saturday, January 21, 2017 on Nickelodeon. Here are the the first two episode summaries:

#701 – Return of the Prism – January 21
A young teen named Brody escapes to Earth from an alien spaceship with a special artifact called the Ninja Nexus Prism. He and two new friends must unlock its secrets to defend it from the villainous champion Galvanax.

#702 – Forged in Steel – January 28
As Brody, Preston and Sarah return to Brody’s childhood home in an attempt to fin his lost family, Hayley and Calvin come across a strange alien named Mick.

Den of Geek brings us the exclusive to the new trailer for Power Rangers Ninja Steel. At first glance, I’m already noticing that Preston (Blue Ranger) is decked out like he’s from the 18th century…or just a fancy butler for today’s day and age! Check out the trailer below: