Via @rockerprod “just pre-ordered Widening Gyre” Be like this amazing American hero! http://tinyurl.com/GYREcumsInHardcover on 12/13!

It’s Sunday! If you’re not at @SModcastle watching #BlowHard the hear some SMOD! SModcast 131: Limmortal. Get it now at http://smodcast.com

Via @kellybutton “GetOld starts off hilarious, ends up heartbreaking. A+ to you, @jaymewes” Give it a listen: http://www.smodcast.com/getold

Prepare to be blown out the back of (or in the back of) the theater! #BLOWHARD episode 2 is NOW ONLINE! http://www.smodcast.com/blowhard

Via @dmaul53854 “u say @JayMewes fell off the wagon in Apr. He ok now?” Tune in & find out: http://smodcast.com/getold New episode tomorrow!

Local press that GETS it: @ThrillistLA puts @SModcastle on their front page today: http://www.thrillist.com/list/Los+Angeles

We’re moving BABBLE-ON to Mondays & HIGHLANDS to Saturdays. HIGHLANDS feels more like a Saturday show – our own “A Scary Home Companion.”

Via @jpalmiotti “its Joes 10th anniversary as EIC of Marvel” 1 of the few times I’ve ever seen true talent get rewarded. Go @JoeQuesada, Go!

Congrats @JayMewes! # 1 on iTunes Comedy pod chart (& #2 overall!) with JAY & SILENT BOB GET OLD! http://tinyurl.com/GetOldWithMeAndMewes

Via @GetFcked “Hollywood BabbleOn was funny as Fuck. Can’t wait to hear it weekly.” It ALSO went to #1 on the Comedy chart, and #7 overall!

More on @ThatKevinSmith this week, including a few interesting remarks about a run-in with a Hollywood agent relating to “Red State” casting. Sure can’t wait to hear that story told at a future live show…

Also, QS covers “Blow Hard” with a new interview with Malcolm where he talks about the new breakout hit of SModcastle.

Remember, the 50-seat theater needs to sell out for shows to make their way online. If you can’t be there, buy a ticket and donate it for a local — You’ll help a fellow fan and get one step closer to making that episode available for all to hear.

Perhaps the ultimate package for fans is the new SMarriages, where Kevin will conduct a private SModcast episode for you and up to 50 of your friends and family, in the castle, and get you married to boot! Full details at the SMarriages site – Serious inquiries only.

Here’s the latest links and tweets on the happenings at the castle. As always, the latest schedules and ticket purchase info are available online — Purchase single shows OR monthly packages.

On November 23rd, only @SModcastle, the girl will rescue the boy! And only 50 people will get to watch it happen! DETAILS WEDNESDAY MORNING!

Be here Wednesday morning to see if @AmandaPalmer picks up the gauntlet I’ve thrown down! Or if she just picks ME up. (Yes, with a crane…)

Submitted for your approval… a BRAND NEW SMODCAST! SModcast #130: RawStralia – In which our heroes waltz Matilda. http://smodcast.com/main

It’s HERE! The DEBUT of our brand new #SModcastNetwork show: @MalcolmIngram: BLOW HARD! http://www.smodcast.com/blowhard/index.html #LISTEN

Via @cristiankirk ” #Blowhard is hilarious. How often you going to do it?” Depends on you guys… http://smodcastle.com/shows/blowhard.html

Congrats to @mcBlowHard on a stellar #2 (not poo) debut for #BLOWHARD: http://viewaskew.com/10.jpg HEAR IT: http://www.smodcast.com/blowhard

Get a @SModcastle MONTHLY PACKAGE for HIGHLANDS, #BLOWHARD or BAGGED & BOARDED! 4 shows for the price of 3! http://smodcastle.com/tickets

NOW! Hear the SModcast Network debut of JAY & SILENT BOB GET OLD! @JayMewes is Funny! Foul! Touching! Gripping! http://smodcast.com/getold

Via @DrJoshua09 “Listening to #Highlands put a smile on my face” And just think: THAT SHIT’S FREE! http://smodcast.com/peephole/index.html

HIGHLANDS 3D no longer weekly @SModcastle. Next 2 weeks cancelled. Starting September, we’ll alternate weekly between GET OLD and HIGHLANDS.

Via @granitemouse “I adored the 160min JerseyGirl. Always said that flick has so much heart, even more longer. Incredibly touching” SMovies.

Another great night @SModcastle: @SMosier told a harrowing tale of watching someone die and @JayMewes talked about smoking crack in prison!

Now there’s a BETTER reason to get married than free sex: SMarried@SModcastle! Where YOU are the star! http://smodcastle.com/smarriages.html

We’ll keep you posted on the Wednesday news, which looks to be a November 23rd appearance featuring Neil Gaiman and his talented wife, musician Amanda Palmer, limited to just 50 elite seats. More SModNews as it comes in.

Even though RED STATE was written pre-weed, I’ve read StonerKev’s first green-induced script (HIT SOMEBODY). As much as I love ClerksKev, StonerKev’s a WAY better writer. Actually, all of StonerKev’s productivity’s through the fucking roof. StonerKev built the SModcast NETWORK!

Did #CopOut for the love, not the $$$. Gave up 83% of my salary cuz I believed. Still do. Glad I did, too – as RED STATE came out of it.

Via @LTfeatures “did you see the EPIX video from your birthday party? http://epx.ms/9Vez2X ” I look like DaveSemenko. AFTER he ate Gretzky.

Via @DailyMarauder “At the @GeekAwards. Movie winner Kev just got MrMoviefone to say the word cock” I was pretty proud of that. Big thanks.

Via @moviefone “Pics from the Geek Awards (& our award to @thatkevinsmith) : http://bit.ly/d5R51K ” I will cherish it always. Thanks, folks!

Via @rockerprod “any new etines shoes coming out soon?” @etniesCulture said they’re making 300 more pair in that style, then changing color.

We’ll drop our contact at Etnies a line to find details on when the next set of 300 will arrive, and what the next color might be — Stay tuned, we’re expecting the next 300 pair to sell just as fast as the first batch.

Last weekend, SModcastle held its first official weekend of live shows, after July’s grand opening kickoff. Like clockwork, there’s a bunch of shows once again on the slate for this weekend, with programs both old and new. Remember, while these programs are all recorded, they won’t find their way online unless they sell the place out. Only 50 seats are up for grabs for each show. If you’re not in the area, your donated ticket purchase can get a fan in need a free seat, and also help contribute to sellouts (and allow you to contribute to getting shows online).

New programs include “Hollywood Babble On” where Kevin Smith and Ralph Garman will dish on showbiz news, and the breakout star of the castle last weekend, Malcolm Ingram with his newly named program “Blow Hard”, with co-host Kevin Smith. Their “gay clown” show was the most talked about of last weekend, and one we told ya not to miss! This Saturday, the castle also holds its first EA Sports NHL 2010 tourny. There’s also more editions of the always sold-out SModcast 3D (buy before they’re gone), new editions of Highlands 3D and “Jay & Silent Bob Get Old”.

Don’t forget, www.smodcast.com has eidtions of all these shows coming online for you fast, furious, and totally free. Surf over and check out the new front page and the amazing rate at which this podcast network has grown. Bravo to all involved, as the world’s first podcasting theater also becomes the world’s biggest and most popular podcast network!

First off, let’s talk about the style and look. The “Clerks” Jameson takes etines popular Jameson style and adds some cool, yet subtle touches.

Of particular note is of course the “Clerks.” font which appears on the outsides of each shoe. The folks at Etnies have also taken that font for their own logo which appears across the tongue. The deep black color fits very well with the look of the shoe and makes them stylish for every wardrobe. Other than the text, the design is very subtle and basic, which should make for a pretty versatile shoe that can fit with any wardrobe style.

Last, but certainly not least, the insides of the shoe, when placed together, feature a glimpse at an iconic moment from the “Clerks” film, of Jay and Silent Bob against the stores. Obviously you won’t see this while wearing them, but you’ll know it’s there — And it’s an extra conversation piece if you wanna show them off to your pals. Make sure you’ve got on clean socks and fresh feet first, of course.

How about the comfort level? Well, we’re happy to say these shoes not only look good, they feel great. Jamesons are one of etnies’ most popular and comfortable shoes, so this line was the perfect fit for adopting as a custom Kevin Smith shoe — Their trademarked STI foam makes these the most comfortable pair of shoes I’ve ever walked in. Construction is durable, making it feel like these things would take some abuse pretty well — But let’s face it, these things are too cool to abuse too much. They’re best reserved for special occasions. Once they’re gone, it’s not like you’ll be able to nab yourself a replacement pair.

These beauties are available in very limited supply (we hear only 300 pairs were crafted) and when they’re gone, that’s it. Even if your size is out of stock, it might be worth picking up a pair just to collect them. They are indeed the first and only pair of shoes custom designed for the Askewniverse.

Watch this space for some exclusive photos of our preview pair later today.

On Friday, catch the geek-related podcast “Bagged and Boarded” for the bargain price of 10 bucks. Then, Kevin and Scott take the stage for the sold-out SModcast 3D.

Saturday’s gonna be a banner day at the castle, with the inaugural run of Saturday morning cartoons, featuring some of the best SModmimations of all time, again for a $10 bargain. That night, at 7 PM, one of the weekend’s main events – Kevin Smith and Jason Mewes will replace Katie Morgan for the week with a BRAND NEW SHOW – “Jay & Silent Bob Get Old”. This one is the perfect companion to Highlands, where Kevin and Jay will talk about their present lives and future plans. A bargain at $25 and not to be missed. That night, Brian Lynch screens his comedy classic “Big Helium Dog”, long sold out. Hopefully they’ll have an encore.

Wrap up the weekend on Sunday with more stars of SMod – At 7 PM, Smith and Mewes are back for more Highlands, where they’ll talk about growing up in Jersey and share some of the best childhood tales. Then, the capper to the weekend and likely to be the most non-stop laughs, as Kevin Smith and Malcolm Ingram take the stage together for “Gay Clown” – Trust us, these guys are a dream team, and the entire room is going to be in stitches before the show’s over. Don’t miss history, the first episode ever of this podcast which will become a regular on the network. A steal at $20. And yes, you can purchase tix and go to as many of these as you like, no limits. All available via the SModcastle tickets portal right now!

No worries on parking, your vehicle will be valet parked when you arrive at the theater, and delivered back to you after the show.

We realize that travel limitations keep a lot of us from making it out for these shows. Kevin has pledged that any event that sells out will be later posted for free on the web for your listening pleasure. So, if you can’t make it, but have the financial means, take a look at Kevin’s Twitter for details on how you can purchase a ticket and then donate it to a local fan in need. That way, the shows sell out, you’ll get to hear it, AND you have the satisfaction of knowing you helped a poor fan in need on the west coast.

On Flicks..

Sweet BDay gift from @RyanJReynolds (not GreenLantern RR): #CopOut banner with 1500 opening night tix: http://tinyurl.com/ryanspresenttokev

Via @artvander “Saw #CopOut. SWS has never been funnier.” Made me want to cast him in HIT SOMEBODY. But now he’s circling GOON. *sigh*

Via @Film_2_140 “has SWS read HIT SOMEBODY script yet? Is it Near done” No – been a busy month, so still on pg101. Hence he’s circling GOON.

Via @Film_2_140 “surprised he’s looking at Goon?” Nah: they’re ready to roll. HIT’s not ’til AFTER RedState – so mid-2011 the earliest.

Via @boomertl “goon and HS are very similar” Not from what I’ve been told. At all. Besides: the more hockey flicks, the better. #SellTheGame

Via @thaskizz “will you be acting in Red State or Hit Somebody?” Nah. Those days are over. Rather be in front of a microphone than a camera.

Speaking of #CopOut – SIGNED BD/DVDs! http://www.jayandsilentbob.com/copoutbldvds.html OR http://www.jayandsilentbob.com/copoutdvdsib.html

Via @YourRealDad76 “Am I ever gonna get to play a Jay and Silent Bob video game?” If any VG company had serious interest, I’d be into it…

On Live Appearances…

Via @CJDavis0605 “What’s the good word? Boston show going to be rescheduled?” I’m hearing December 12th. Will confirm that soon…

Via @dselig119 “when will your bday DVD be out?” Not a DVD; an @EpixHD 2 hour special! Peep it here on October 23rd: http://www.epixhd.com/

Via @insidehw “EPIX exclusive comedy special – KevinSmith:TooFatFor40 http://epx.ms/aeRK1i ” For press release/air date, click READ IT.

Via @MikeDuyn “didnt u tell the story of why last movie felt like work at bday Q&A?” Iceberg’s tip, sir. One day. Too soon.

Via @ValShelby “can you do another day where you answer ? 24hrs” Yes: Labor Day – to raise $$$ for http://viewaskew.com/thewaynefoundation

Via @Ptrst “How will that raise money?” I’ll Tweet the donation link all day, keeping a running tally, shaming into giving. #Tweetathon2010

On SModcast and SModcastle…

Via @Qatami “starting a podcast, could you take a pic of your personal recording set-up as example” http://tinyurl.com/WhatSModGearLooksLike

Via @deadpool60169 “Is Malcolm’s Gay Clown Show going to be posted online?” Like most @SModcastle shows, if show sells out, show get posted.

The @SModcastle exists because of @CamelToad. Thank him by supporting his pair of Friday Night shows: http://smodcastle.com/tickets.html

Via @Coreyranes “You should have NHL 10 tournament again” Coming soon to @SModcastle, via Lit101 guy: http://www.smodcastle.com/tickets.html

Via @JayMewes “Coming home next week. recording HIGHLANDS: http://www.smodcastle.com/tickets.html ” Mewes is PERMANENT Highlands 3D cohost!

@shawnwrites “what cartoons can we expect on Saturday? Old? New? Both?” This week, it’s all @Starktoons action! But in the future, we wanna open it up to submissions: if you’re an animator who wants to see their stuff on screen, contact @SModcastle or @CamelToad.

On Comics…

Via @JackBauer2417 “ever consider becoming full-time Batman writer?” Been asked, but I can’t keep to a schedule. I’m content w/ CACO & GYRE.

Via @RChazzChute “Just read Gyre #6. Delicious! Thanks! When’s volume 2?” Starts in Jan. GYRE Hardcover is just in time for Christmas: 12/8.

Via @Dedlok “by christmas meaning december-ish?” Yes – right around time of CACOPHONY soft cover. GYRE hardcover will have extras…

Via @JakeGalliher “went to Comic shop to pick up GYRE 1-6 couldn’t find 2,3″ I’m your pusher: http://www.jayandsilentbob.com/comicbooks.html

All the tweets you can handle for free by following @ThatKevinSmith.

A group of kids encounters a crazed preacher (based on Fred Phelps, founder of the Westboro Baptist Church) who gives a whole new meaning to the term “extreme fundamentalism.”

Just in from Kev’s twitter. He says: ” If I didn’t write it, it’s not official. And I never wrote that.”

“Red State” begins filming on September 22nd.

ESTIMATED BUDGET: $27,000

Though officially Clerks only pulled in $3 million or so at the box office, its legacy is undeniable. In order to make the film in the first place, Kevin Smith sold most of his comic book collection, maxed out his credit cards, dipped into college funds, and spent the insurance money he’d been awarded when he lost his car in a flood. Long story short, if it had flopped, he would have been in a whole lot of trouble. The film eventually found an audience, spawned sequels, an animated series, and most importantly, launched the nearly fifteen-year career of Kevin Smith. Empire magazine even named it “one of the 500 greatest movies of all time” in 2008.