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  • Episode 259: Off To Greener Pastures

    Episode 259: Off To Greener Pastures
    Jan 24 2026
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the nominations for the 2026 Academy Award, specifically "Sinners", which garnered a record sixteen nominations, and "Wicked: For Good", which was surprisingly snubbed and received not one nomination. Then, the conversation moves to upcoming movies and television shows, some issues with what has been released so far, and Brian's solution to what has become less than optimum showings from Hollywood.
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    27 min
  • Episode 258: 2025 Goes Out With The Crazy

    Episode 258: 2025 Goes Out With The Crazy
    Dec 19 2025
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the potential sale of Warner Brothers to Netflix and the implications for movie theater releases. They explore the new seasons of popular shows like 'Legend of Vox Machina,' and 'The Mighty Nein,' as well as the upcoming 'Welcome to Derry' prequel series. They also touch on the latest 'Doctor Who' spin-off and its delayed release in the US. The conversation covers the leaked 'Doomsday' trailer, the excitement surrounding 'Supergirl,' and fears around Paramount's hostile takeover attempt. Finally, they reflect on the abundance of quality geek TV and the challenges of keeping up with it all. The episode wraps up with thoughts on the uncertain future of streaming services and what it means for geek culture. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 01:02 Warner Brothers and Netflix Deal 02:15 Amazon's Mighty Nine and HBO's Welcome to Derry 04:49 The War Between Land and Sea, but not for the US... 05:16 Disney's Delays and Leaks 10:23 James Gunn's Influence on DC 11:56 Hollywood's Current State and Future 15:37 Conclusion and Farewell
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    17 min
  • Episode 257: Brian Saw Wicked... For Good!

    Episode 257: Brian Saw Wicked... For Good!
    Nov 22 2025
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the potential end of Funko Pops due to financial difficulties and the complexities of their business model. They also dive into a review of the first episode of 'The Mighty Nein' on Amazon Prime, highlighting its darker tone and differences from 'The Legend of Vox Machina'. The episode concludes with an in-depth (but spoiler free) review of 'Wicked For Good', the sequel to the musical film 'Wicked', pointing out its emotional depth, changes from the original narrative, and why it may challenge movie critics. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:38 Funko Pops: A Deep Dive into Geek Culture 02:39 The Business Struggles of Funko Pops 06:59 Television Talk: The Mighty Nein and Vox Machina 10:30 Movie Review: Wicked For Good 26:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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    27 min
  • Episode 256: The End of Doctor Who?

    Episode 256: The End of Doctor Who?
    Nov 9 2025
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the impending departure of Doctor Who from Disney+ and speculate on its future broadcast options. They also chat about new trailers for the film adaptation of 'Wicked' and Guillermo del Toro's upcoming 'Frankenstein.' There's exciting sequel news for classics like 'The Mummy' and 'Practical Magic.' Additionally, they touch on Marvel's latest Avengers update, as well as Critical Role's new campaign. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:37 New Trailers and Upcoming Movies 01:38 Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein and Hellboy 3 02:46 Sequel News and Hollywood Trends 03:09 Marvel's New Avengers Movie and Patrick Stewart's Retirement 05:44 Critical Role Campaign Four 07:31 Doctor Who Leaving Disney+ 08:09 Speculations on Doctor Who's Future 18:10 Conclusion and Farewell
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    19 min
  • Episode 255: Time For Some Real Fun

    Episode 255: Time For Some Real Fun
    Oct 25 2025
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the latest trailers from Comic-Con, including new Marvel shows like 'Wonder Man' and 'Vision Quest'. They explore the shift in audience interest from nostalgic Gen X and Millennials to Gen Z and Gen Alpha and the challenges it poses for the entertainment industry. The duo also delves into AMC's new season of 'Interview with the Vampire' and the potential pitfalls of lore-heavy shows like 'Mayfair Witches.' Furthermore, they discuss the growing influence of AI in entertainment, from interactive movie experiences like the Vegas Sphere to AI Dungeon Masters in Dungeons & Dragons. The conversation touches on the importance of human creativity in storytelling and the need for fresh, engaging content in today's market. 00:00 Introduction to Geek Watch Podcast 00:40 Comic-Con Highlights and Marvel Trailers 01:38 Marvel's Future and Audience Nostalgia 03:47 New York Comic Con Announcements 04:36 The Role of Lore in TV Shows 10:33 The Sphere and Immersive Movie Experiences 12:34 AI in Entertainment and Dungeons & Dragons 14:53 The Importance of Human Creativity 17:03 Critical Role and D&D Romance 20:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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    21 min
  • Epiosode 254: Fifty Years of Rocky Horror

    Epiosode 254: Fifty Years of Rocky Horror
    Oct 4 2025
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the 50th anniversary of the Rocky Horror Picture Show and its impact on their lives. Brian shares his personal journey of growing up neurodivergent, struggling with acceptance, and finding his tribe through the Rocky Horror community. They also touch on Peacemaker (no spoilers) and the trouble it caused for Fortnite, along with upcoming Halloween events and spooky decor. The episode reflects on how geek culture can be more than just entertainment, creating bonds and communities around shared passions. 00:00 Introduction to the Geek Watch Podcast 00:43 Peacemaker and Fortnite Crossover 04:13 Halloween Season Preparations 07:20 Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary 11:11 Personal Reflections and High School Memories 16:14 Unreliable Narrators and Literary Influences 17:20 Rocky Horror Picture Show Soundtrack 18:17 Leaving Seminary and Finding Direction 20:12 Brian's First Rocky Horror Picture Show Experience 22:27 Joining the Rocky Horror Community 24:01 Discovering a New Tribe 27:06 Impact on Personal and Professional Life 27:51 Embracing Imperfection and Impermanence 28:44 Final Thoughts and Geek Culture Reflections
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    30 min
  • Episode 253: With As Little Politics As Possible

    Episode 253: With As Little Politics As Possible
    Sep 27 2025
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy review a football-themed horror movie involving Marlon Wayans, dissect the marketing mishaps around its promotion as a Jordan Peele film, and explore its themes and execution. They also discuss the final trailer of 'Wicked: Part Two' and its anticipated emotional impact. The episode further covers upcoming Marvel and DC releases, along with a candid discourse about the infiltration of politics into geek culture and a call to keep their podcast a refuge from political debates, focusing instead on the joy of geeky interests. 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 00:41 Movie Review: HIM - A Horror Twist on Football 08:50 Final Trailer for Wicked Part Two 12:38 Marvel Zombies and Peacemaker 12:49 The Role of Politics in Geek Culture 15:58 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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    17 min
  • Episode 252: The Great Daggerheart Conspiracy of 2025

    Episode 252: The Great Daggerheart Conspiracy of 2025
    Sep 1 2025
    On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy delve into the news about Daggerheart, the latest announcements for Campaign Four or Critical Role, and the strange controversies surrounding the announcement they would be using Dungeons & Dragons 2024. They discuss Brennan Lee Mulligan's ambitious plans for a Western Marches style campaign, with three different groups of players and the intricacies involved in running such a massive and interconnected campaign. The podcast also touches upon Brian's first time running a Session Zero for Daggerheat, the excitement of creating characters in Daggerheart, and impressions of the first episodes of the new Peacemaker season. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 00:39 Critical Role's Campaign Four Announcement 01:10 Western Marches Campaign Structure 02:50 Challenges and Intricacies of the New Campaign 06:47 Controversy Over Game Choice 15:27 Session Zero Experience 21:52 Peacemaker Season 2 Discussion 23:08 Future of DC and Marvel 23:40 Conclusion and Sign-Off
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    24 min