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The Geek Watch Podcast

Auteur(s): Brian J Hatcher & Mandy Petry
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 The Geek Watch Podcast, hosted by Brian J. Hatcher and Mandy Petry, gives you the latest on scifi, fantasy, and horror on TV, in movies, and online, all from a fan's perspective. Your hosts: Brian J. Hatcher: @brianjhatcher Mandy Petry: @meenjahAll rights reserved Politique
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  • Episode 251: Critical Role, TV, But NO War of the Worlds

    Episode 251: Critical Role, TV, But NO War of the Worlds
    Aug 16 2025
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the latest announcements regarding Season Four of Critical Role, including Matt Mercer's new role as a player with Brendan Lee Mulligan as the Dungeon Master. They also dive into recent developments such as the anticipated Peacemaker Season Two, and new TV releases like 'Eyes of Wakanda' and 'Alien.' But they definitely don't discuss the disappointing 'War of the Worlds' movie on Amazon, because who has time for that? 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:45 DEFINITELY NOT A War of the Worlds Movie Review 04:51 Critical Role Season Four Announcement 08:50 Brennan Lee Mulligan Joins Critical Role 14:27 Upcoming TV Shows and Movies 18:02 Conclusion and Sign-Off BONUS MATERIAL: Addams Family Bullsh*t | Age of Umbra: https://youtube.com/shorts/trIdELqs0WU?si=pKEPvsyog1SubGoh Nope Nope Nope | Age of Umbra: https://youtube.com/shorts/gKk9YWu81sE?si=-hDIoobt2QIlelks Brennan Lee Mulligan's "Yes Or No?" Monologue | Game Changer Animated: https://youtu.be/qfMrLeQUBJk?si=UkeYBZIwa3G-kUL7
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    19 min
  • Episode 250: ComicCon, Daggerheart, and Superman/Fantasic Four Twofer!

    Episode 250: ComicCon, Daggerheart, and Superman/Fantasic Four Twofer!
    Aug 3 2025
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the highlights from San Diego ComicCon 2025 with notable absences and television-centric discussions. They delve into the standout cosplay, especially the impressive Galactus. They shift focus to the buzz around the new tabletop RPG, Daggerheart, examining its features and community impact. Finally, they review the optimistic and heartwarming approaches in the latest Superman and Fantastic Four movies, emphasizing the trend towards light-hearted superhero films and fostering collaboration between Marvel and DC. 00:00 Opening 00:42 Halloween Season Kicks Off 01:22 San Diego Comic-Con Highlights 02:32 Television Takes Center Stage 03:04 Doctor Who and The Sandman Updates 04:36 Lucifer and CW Crossovers 06:10 Daggerheart Excitement 07:58 Daggerheart Features and Community 14:08 Challenges for Wizards of the Coast 16:53 Superman and Fantastic Four Movie Reviews 20:31 The Hopeful Future of Superhero Movies 22:20 Peacemaker and Upcoming Releases 23:22 Conclusion and Farewell
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    24 min
  • Episode 249: Ironheart, Daggerheart, and the Rise of MetaMedia

    Episode 249: Ironheart, Daggerheart, and the Rise of MetaMedia
    Jul 20 2025
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the expanding phenomenon of tabletop role-playing games, their influence on geek culture, and particularly the explosive popularity of live-play broadcasts like Critical Role. They also delve into the challenges and changes faced by Wizards of the Coast and Hasbro, and the emergence of other major players in the gaming industry such as Darrington Press and White Wolf. Additionally, they explore the concept of 'MetaMedia' and how behind-the-scenes dynamics and audience reactions are shaping current television and movie storytelling. 00:00 Introduction to Geek Watch Podcast 01:04 The Rise of Tabletop Role-Playing Games 02:17 Critical Role and the Popularity of Live RPGs 03:46 Personal Anecdotes and the Growth of Gaming Conventions 07:30 The Evolution of Role-Playing Games Globally 10:53 Drama in the RPG Industry 12:22 Hasbro's Digital Ventures and Challenges 14:49 Shifts in the RPG Industry Leadership 18:37 The Future of Dungeons & Dragons and Other RPGs 22:01 The Monopoly of Diamond Distributors 23:11 Diamond's Bankruptcy and Its Impact 25:00 Legal Complications and Industry Reactions 27:06 The Rise of MetaMedia in Entertainment 30:53 The Influence of Audience Reactions on Content 35:56 The Problem with Product Placement 40:35 Concluding Thoughts and Future Speculations
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    41 min
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