"A Salute to Jamie D." Talkback Thread
Adam_Murdough
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It's an installment of Comic Geek Speak we'd hoped never to record: the entire cast gathers, joined by friends and extended family members in the studio and by well-wishing listeners via voice-mail, to share fond memories of our departed brother and friend, Jamie D. (2:57:52)
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Thank you for sharing all of those stories and memories of Jamie.
My thoughts are with you all. Jamie was truly a great guy and welcoming friend to all.
Important question: There was an epic Uncle Sal episode that had the monkey & Jamie at the SD zoo. Which year was that?
Also thank you guys for this podcast.
We got back on the Sunday morning, and I packed my older daughter into the car in her super princess costume, and we drove to the convention for the day. I knew Jamie was going to be there, and knowing at the time that the cancer was back, there was no way I was going to miss a chance to see him. So we went, and we did all the con stuff, and then made our way to the CGS booth. I thought Ella would be completely bored as daddy talked to his friends, but I couldn't have been more wrong. See, every time she'd seen Jamie, and this goes back to her trips to SuperShow as an infant, and again at age 2, he did one thing: make her laugh like nobody's business. This time was no exception. He had her going for ages, and she delighted in every second of it. At the end of it, she hugged Jamie so hard, I thought she might injure him.
As we walked to the car, she said "Daddy, I like that boy. Can we come and play with him again after this sleep?" Even better, she recognized that he was the boy in the picture in our basement (the Happiness is a Full Longbox plaque hangs from the door to my comic vault). He always took the time to connect with the kids, and I always loved seeing him do that, especially with my own. That was the last time I saw Jamie in person, and like I say, it'll always be one of my favourite memories of him.
This is the picture Pants referenced:
I was trying to explain to the Missus just how awesome the Drunk Cap thing was.
I told her it was heart-breaking, touching, genuine, and a fitting a tribute to Jamie.
She just looked at me and said, "That drunk guy? That drunk guy on the internet?"
Sigh.
Well, it moved me.
It moved me so much, I refuse to listen to it again.
Kind of like the end of Field of Dreams.
It would destroy me.
Kudos once again Cap and safe home Jamie.
I 'd like to add my voice to the people who said that you guys have been a part of my life for almost 10 years now and I feel I know you all so well - even though you guys hardly know me. Its a weird one sided friendship. You've all been a part of my life almost every day (I've listened to EVERY FREKING EPISODE!) and although I knew this was coming, it still hurts like hell. I will really miss you Jamie.....
Pants, thank you for stepping back into the big chair. As much good natured ribbing you get from everyone, I think you are a natural at running the show. Think of it as your own David Letterman outlet.
As a listener, you get the feeling that if you happened to pass buy the studio while the CGS guys were recording, they'd tell you to pull up a chair and join in on the conversation. There have been many times where I have found myself answering what I heard on my radio, though I knew there would be no response. Each person brought their individual perspective to the show....though, I found myself relating to Jamie more than anyone else.
I loved listening to him throw in history, that I may have forgotten, into the conversation. His excitement when something new was being released was contagious. When he loved something, he didn't hold back... not that he gushed about things... he just appreciated a good story and great art. Once again, I could relate to what he was saying, and understand what he meant.
In a terrible coincidence, I lost my Mom from pancreatic cancer 17 days before Jamie died. While I cannot truly feel what is going on in your minds and hearts, I can tell you that I understand the pain of losing someone from this bastard of a disease. Like Jamie, my Mom fought the good fight, and raged against the dying of the light. Unfortunately, we lost these good people far too soon.
As a fan, I am going to miss Jamie. Bravo, sir... you made a mark on the comic book industry.... and personally, to me as well. Thank you for all you've done.
And CGS guys... What an outstanding tribute that you did for Jamie.. Thanks for making us feel like we're part of the conversation.....God bless you all.
Cap's message at the end destroyed me. Once again, he lost his Bucky.
It's at least a small comfort to know that Jamie's probably up there right now Simon & Kirby all about how awesome Cap 2 was.
Matthew
I laughed and cried during the episode. Thank you.
it feels like losing an IRL friend. I was sad but ok until the drunk cap and rant at the end, then
just bawling.
P.S., Thank you for the tuff, tuff recent episodes in Jamie’s honor. All of you pulled it off with grief, humor, grace and love in the most beautiful and respectful way possible. Thank you Gentlemen, Top Shelf every time.
Will there be a sponsorship page for the Jamie's Avengers 5k team?