Sean Astin on Rob Paulsen's Talkin Toons

Sean Astin was a guest on Rob Paulsen's Talkin Toons at the Hollywood Improv on November 12, 2013. Also joining them was Nolan North, making for three Raphaels from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles on the stage together! As if that weren't enough, Sean and doppelgänger Starkid Dylan Saunders finally met for the first time!

Here are some photos and videos of the eventful evening!

After much confusion over who was who, a meeting proves Sean Astin and Dylan Saunders are separate individuals!

Sean Astin radio interviews

Here are links to some of the radio interviews Sean Astin did recently promoting his Kickstarter campaign and the season 2 premiere of Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

October 9 Kickstarter promotion:

• Stephanie Miller Show 
• KZRR 94.1 Albuquerque NM 

October 11 Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle promotion:

• KQTZ 105.9 Altus OK 
• KFRR 104.1 Fresno CA 
• WBZN 107.3 Bangor ME

October 17 Kickstarter promotion:

• JAMZ 93.1 Madison WI

Updated Oct 17, 2013

Sean Astin's next round of radio promotion

Sean Astin will do another round of radio interviews on Friday morning, October 11, this time to promote the season 2 premiere of Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, which airs Saturday, October 12, 11am ET.

All times listed below are PT, please adjust for local time. Most stations can be listened to live at the links given.

6:00 - 6:10 am WUBB 106.9 Savannah GA http://tunein.com/radio/Bob-1069-s23885/

6:10 - 6:20 am WBZN 107.3 Bangor ME http://z1073.com

6:20 - 6:30 am KRBZ 96.5 Kansas City KS http://player.tritonmedia.com/entercom/KRBZFM

6:30 - 6:40 am KFMW 107.9 Waterloo/Cedar Rapids IA http://www.rock108.com

6:40 - 6:50 am KQTZ 105.9 Altus OK http://www.mainstreamnetwork.com/listen/player.asp?station=kqtz-fm

6:50 - 7:00 am WMGM 103.7 Linwood NJ http://www.1037wmgm.com

7:00 - 7:10 am KFRR 104.1 Fresno CA http://www.newrock1041.fm

7:10 - 7:20 am KBKB 101.7 Burlington IA http://www.newrock1041.fm

7:20 - 7:30 am  WEDG 103.3 Buffalo NY http://www.wedg.com

7:30 - 7:40 am KLPX 96.1 Tuscon AZ http://player.tritondigital.com/9781

7:40 - 7:50 am KFAT 92.9 Anchorage AK http://929kfat.com

7:50 - 8:00 am KONY 99.9 St George UT http://tunein.com/radio/KONY-999-s32493/

Sean and Ali Astin Interview at Comic Con

Sean and his daughter Alexandra (Ali) Astin were interviewed together at the Walking Dead 10th Anniversary party at Comic Con. Sean talks about turtles and his fear of zombies. Father and daughter also talk about being geeks together, and Sean explains how he tricked his daughters into watching Star Wars for the first time.

PopSugar interview with Sean Astin and Greg Cipes

PopSugar interviews Sean Astin and Greg Cipes about their favorite Turtle, favorite alien movie, dressing in costume and more at The World's End party at San Diego Comic Con. These guys are too cute! :-D

Highlights from TMNT SDCC Panel

Some highlights from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles panel at San Diego Comic Con, including The Kiss!! With Sean Astin, Greg Cipes, Rob Paulsen, Mae Whitman and Kevin Michael Richardson.

Miscellaneous pics from San Diego Comic Con

Here are a few more miscellaneous pics from last weekend's San Diego Comic Con. Find full coverage under the San Diego Comic Con 2013 tag.

First up are some nice photos from the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles panel with Sean Astin, Rob Paulsen, Mae Whitman, Greg Cipes and Kevin Michael Richards.

Sean plants a big kiss on Rob Paulsen!

Sean Astin interviewed by GamerHubTV

Sean Astin talks about how he got the role in Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, what it's like to take over as Raphael for Rob Paulsen, and what's coming up for him in future episodes.

Sean Astin at SD Comic Con Friday

Sean had a busy second day at the San Diego Comic Con. Herein are photos, videos, and links to interviews!

He did a number of interviews:

Watch Sean's interview about his role in Del Toro's "The Strain."

Sean Astin, Mae Whitman & Rob Paulsen interview

IGN interviews Sean Astin, Mae Whitman and Rob Paulsen about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles at San Diego Comic Con.

Spike becomes Slash!

TV Guide reports that Corey Feldman will be the voice of Raphael's pet turtle Spike, which has been turned into a hulking 6' Slash after drinking some mutagen!

Last Year TV Guide Magazine broke the news of Goonies reunion on Nick's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Now we can reveal the character Corey Feldman will be playing opposite his costar Sean Astin (who voices Raphael on the cartoon) After Raphael's pet turtles, Spike drinks some mutagen, he turns into the hulking, six-foot Slash - whose gravelly voice is supplied by Feldman.  

"This is the first time we've actually added a new turtle to the mix," Feldman says. "He turns into an equally ally with the Turtles in size, stature and personality. He's the perfect companion to Raphael and they immediately become best friends." 

Feldman remains mum on plot specifics but says he has already lent his voice to two episodes (which will air in Season Two) with the promise of more to come. Reconnecting with Astin will be "a nice Easter egg for fans," Feldman says. "For those who knows the history of the Goonies and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, they'll be excited. And for the newer fans, the kids, will be excited there's a new turtle."

Sean Astin to attend San Diego Comic Con 2013

UPDATED July 18.

Sean Astin will be attending  the 2013 San Diego Comic Con July 18-21, attending panels and signing autographs.

Go Green! With the Lean, Mean, Ninja Team: Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles!

Check out Nick's latest mutation as executive producer Ciro Nieli and Peter Hastings discuss the upcoming finale for season 1, and get an exclusive look at what's in store for Season 2. Meet members of the incredible Ninja cast: Sean Astin (voice of Raphael), Greg Cipes (voice of Michelangelo), Rob Paulsen (voice of Donatello), Mae Whitman (voice of April O'Neil) and Kevin Michael Richardson (voice of Shredder). Stick around for the "unmasking" of a fan-favorite character.

Moderated by Peter Hastings, Friday July 19, 2013 2:15pm - 3:15pm Room 6A

The cast and crew will be signing autographs following the panel, Friday July 19, 3:45-515pm
at Nickelodeon booth (#4113).

Sean Astin talks about Voiceover Acting

Sean's current profile pic on Twitter. Recording TMNT.

On Saturday, Gulf News Tabloid posted an article about Friday's press conference at the Middle East Film and Comic Con in Dubai. In it, they selectively quoted Sean Astin's comments about voiceover acting, making it appear as if he disapproved of the craft.

A small kerfuffle arose on Twitter, with some fans and fellow voice actors appalled that Sean would make such a comment. Others rose to his defense. When Sean saw the article, he demanded an immediate retraction and apology. The quote was removed from the article. (No apology has yet been issued.)

To clear up any confusion, Sean granted an interview to Gamevoices, a web site for video game voiceover actors which is reproduced (with added images) below:

"Sean Astin talks to Gamevoices about Dubai Comic Con and Voice Acting"

Sean Astin on Crunch on YTV

Sean Astin was interviewed by Andy Chapman, host of Crunch which airs Saturday mornings on Canada's YTV, during the Toronto Comic Con in March.

Sean Astin radio interview on Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles

Here is an interview Sean did on Magic 105 KMVR in Las Cruces, New Mexico on March 1. Sean talks about Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.






[The book came out 9 years ago, LOL!]

Sean Astin to be guest presenter at Annie Awards

Update: Watch the Annie Awards live streaming here at 7pm PT (10pm ET) Saturday, February 2.

Seam Astin will be one of the presenters at the 40th Annie Awards on Saturday, February 2. Sean's fellow "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle" costars Mae Whitman, Greg Cipes, Jason Biggs and Kevin Michael Richardson will also be presenters, and Rob Paulsen with be on of the hosts!

BURBANK, CA (January 29, 2013) – Why have just one when you can have four! Former Annie Awards host and movie reviewer Leonard Maltin and voice actors Rob Paulsen & Maurice Lamarche will share hosting duties, along with a special appearance by long time Annies presenter-favorite, actor and animation industry professional Seth Green at this year’s 40th Annual Annie Awards set for Saturday, February 2 at UCLA’s Royce Hall. Celebrating the best in animation, this annual black-tie evening will begin with a pre-reception at 5 p.m. followed by the Annie Awards ceremony at 7 p.m. and an after-party celebration immediately following the ceremony. All events will be held at Royce Hall. 

“We are very excited to have our hosts share in the 40th celebration of the Annies and know they will bring great energy and excitement to this year’s ceremony,’’ says ASIFA-Hollywood President Frank Gladstone. Joined on stage by a lively mix of animation luminaries, celebrity presenters and comedic talent including animation legend June Foray are Jessica Walter, James Patrick Stuart, Kristen Schaal, Mae Whitman, Sean Astin, Greg Cipes, Jason Biggs, Jessica DiCicco, Lucas Grabeel, Darren Criss & Joey Richter, Kevin Shinick, Jim Cummings & Diedrich Bader, Atticus Shaffer & Tucker Albrizzi, Jamie Bolio, Kevin Michael Richardson & Loretta Devine, Alan Tudyk, Mo Collins, Max Charles, Jon Olsen & Fred Tatashiore, Sam Witmer & Matt Lanter, Tony Anselmo.

Source.

Join TMNT cast for podcast at Jon Lovitz Comedy Club

Rob Paulsen will be welcoming fellow "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" cast members Sean Astin, Greg Cipes, Mae Whitman, Kevin Michael Richardson, and via Skype, Jason Biggs for a live podcast of Rob's "Talking Toons." The event will take place Friday, December 14, 8pm at the Jon Lovitz Comedy Club in Universal City Walk, LA. Tickets are $20.

Listen to Rob Paulsen's invitation:



More information and ticket purchase here.

UPDATE: Executive Producer Ciro Nieli will also take part.

You can listen via the FREE iPhone/iPad app "Talkin' Toons"or download from iTunes about a week later.

Photos from Corey's TMNT recording session

Corey Feldman took these photos of Sean Astin during a recording session for Nickelodeon's "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles" last week. Note the ghostly Corey in the background!

For more on on how Sean's fellow Goonie Corey is joining him on Turtles, see this article.

Goonies take over Turtles!

As reported by TVGuide.com, Goonie Corey Feldman ("Mouth") is joining Sean Astin ("Mikey") on the Nickelodeon animated series "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles," which airs Saturdays at 11am ET. Corey is already familiar with the reptilian franchise—he voiced Donatello in two TMNT movies in the early 90s. In fact, he had also auditioned for the new show to be Raphael, the role that Sean won. (And just to bring things full circle, Donatello is now voiced by Rob Paulsen, who was Raphael in the first TMNT show!)

"If it was anyone else I would have taken it harder, but I love Sean," said Corey, who lost the role because his voice was too "raspy." Still, executive producer Ciro Nieli promised to find a way to get Corey on the show. Exactly how he did that is still a secret.

"His role is a perfect complement to his relationship with Sean," said Ciro. "It couldn't be any better." The plan is to bring Corey back for several episodes.

 "The coolest part is it's two Goonies working together again after all these years," Corey said. "Which is crazy, because we're all such good friends."

Of course, the question arises of whether or not there will be a Goonies 2.

"It will happen," Sean said. "I'm 1000 percent certain there will be a sequel. I will bet my children on it."

Corey is more cautious. "Oh my God," he says. "I am betting no child on this matter."

Read the complete article here.

Sean and Corey at screening of The Goonies at San Diego Comic Con last July. Source

TMNT panel from NY Comic Con

Full Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle panel from New York Comic Con, Friday October 12 with Sean Astin, Rob Paulsen and Greg Cipes.