Best Geek Buddies Podcasts (2025)

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Brad Pitt in The Batman Part 2, Supergirl and Street Fighter Trailers Reactions 1:13:00

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung talk the trailers for Supergirl, Street Fighter, Lanterns and Avatar S2, the rumor that Brad Pitt is in The Batman Part 2, Disney's $1B deal with OpenAI, Jennifer Lawrence and Josh Hutcherson returning for Hunger Games sequel and more! Remember to Like and Share this…

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Top 5 Buddy Comedies, Stranger Things S5 Review, Hunger Games Trailer Breakdown & Scrubs Reboot Talk! 1:16:25

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In this jam-packed live episode of the 3 Geeks Podcast, we're diving into movies, TV, music, and all the geeky goodness you come here for. We kick it off with our Top 5 Buddy Comedies of all time, celebrating the classics, the crowd-pleasers, and the underrated gems that deserve another watch. Next, we break down Stranger Things Season 5, Part 1, s…

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Something's Gotta Give (2003) 52:49

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The second film in our tribute to the late Diane Keaton resulted in an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her! In 2003's "Something's Gotta Give," written and directed by Nancy Meyers, we're introduced to Harry Sanborn (Jack Nicholson), a guy in his sixties who only dates women in their 20s and 30s. When his latest companion, Marin (Aman…

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GalaxyCon Columbus Recap! Batman TAS, Brian O'Halloran, Street Fighter & Supergirl Trailers 56:22

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On this episode of the 3 Geeks Podcast, we recap our incredible weekend at GalaxyCon Columbus, packed with convention stories, interviews, and pop-culture reactions. We talk about interviewing actors who voiced iconic characters from Batman: The Animated Series, chatting with Brian O'Halloran (Clerks), and connecting with authors and indie creators…

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Brian O'Halloran Interview: Clerks, Dante Hicks & the Legacy of Indie Film 5:39

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Actor Brian O'Halloran, best known for playing Dante Hicks in Kevin Smith's cult classic Clerks, joins the 3 Geeks Podcast for a quick but fun 5-minute interview to talk about his place in the View Askewniverse and the lasting impact of Clerks on independent filmmaking. Brian reflects on bringing Dante to life, working with Kevin Smith, and why Cle…

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Inside Movie Monsters & Practical Effects with Mark Viniello – 3 Geeks Podcast 1:20:23

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On this episode of the 3 Geeks Podcast, Justin talks with special guest Mark Viniello, the practical and creature effects artist behind iconic projects like Starship Troopers, Spider-Man (2002), and The Tomorrow War. Mark shares how he broke into the world of effects, what inspires his work, and what it's really like creating creatures and practica…

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John Jackson Miller in 4 Minutes: Star Wars, Batman, and Writing Icons 3:13

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In this quick but awesome 4-minute interview, we catch up with bestselling author and comic writer John Jackson Miller! Even in a short conversation, John delivers great insights into writing for massive franchises like Star Wars, Batman, and more. He talks about crafting iconic characters, building rich lore, and what it's like contributing to som…

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The First Wives Club (1996) 56:51

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Our final honorary pairing of 2025 finds us looking at the work of an amazing actress we lost too soon. We lost Diane Keaton on October 11th, 2025, so we're looking at two of her films, one of which netted her an Oscar nomination! First up, it's director Hugh Wilson's take on what it's like to find yourself divorced in your 50s. In 1996's "The Firs…

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Netflix Buys WB! What's Next for DC?, Who Will ScarJo Play in The Batman 2? 1:26:34

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel talk the big news that Netflix is buying WB and what it means for DC and their other IP. Plus, they speculate who ScarJo is playing in The Batman Part 2, give their thoughts on Captain America's rumored team in Avengers: Doomsday, Vin Diesel writing and starring in Rock 'Em, Sock 'Em…

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Paramount to Demote James Gunn if They Buy WB? Stranger Things S5 Eps 1-4 Review 1:13:14

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung talk the Puck News report that James Gunn might be demoted if Paramount acquires WB and the report that 'Supergirl' cost $200M. They also spoiler review IT: Welcome to Derry Episode 6 and review STRANGER THINGS S5 Eps 1-4 and more! Remember to Like and Share this epi…

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The Treasure of the Sierra Madre (1948) 1:06:18

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Starting in the 1940s, the name Humphrey Bogart was common knowledge as Hollywood royalty, but he didn't always play the hero. In 1948's "The Treasure of the Sierra Madre," which re-teamed him with director John Huston, Bogart plays Fred C. Dobbs, a penniless American stuck in the Mexican town of Tampico. After begging for a meal "for a fellow Amer…

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The Running Man 2025, Wicked For Good, and Our Top 5 Salty Snacks 49:23

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Welcome back to the 3 Geeks Podcast! This week's episode is stacked with movies, snacks, and plenty of geeky chaos as Jason, Mike, and the crew dive into everything they're watching, reviewing, and ranking. We kick things off with a deep dive into The Running Man (2025) — does the remake hold up, and how does it compare to the classic? We break dow…

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A Christmas Haunting with Chris Spivey from Darker Hue Studios - Boards & Swords #277

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Halloween might be over, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still get our horror gaming in! This week, we’ve got Chris Spivey from Darker Hue Studios (https://www.darkerhuestudios.com/) with us to talk about the great TTRPGs he’s been making. Also: more daggerheart stuff, a couple of companies not doing so well, and FFG crowdfunding?? Join us on Discor…

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ScarJo To Lead New Exorcist Movie, Welcome to Derry 1x5, Pluribus 1x4 Reviews 59:44

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The Geek Buddies - Scarlett Johansson's Exorcist, IT: Welcome to Derry Ep 5 & Pluribus Ep 4 Join us as we dive into the exciting news of Scarlett Johansson leading Mike Flanagan's new Exorcist film! We break down what this casting means for the horror franchise and share our thoughts on Flanagan's vision for the project. Then we're getting into SPO…

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WICKED: FOR GOOD Spoiler Review | Universal Pictures | Ariana Grande 1:12:53

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SPOILERS AHEAD! 🧹✨ John Rocha and Michael Vogel dive deep into Jon M. Chu's WICKED: FOR GOOD in this full spoiler breakdown! We're discussing everything from Ariana Grande and Cynthia Erivo's powerhouse performances to Jonathan Bailey's scene-stealing moments, plus Jeff Goldblum and Michelle Yeoh's roles in bringing Oz to life. In this review, we b…

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The Maltese Falcon (1941) 1:07:42

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In this pairing, we'll be looking at the work of one of Hollywood's biggest stars, Humphrey Bogart! We begin in 1941 and the first time a film featured John Huston as director and Bogart as star, "The Maltese Falcon!" Based on the novel by Dashiell Hammett, the story follows detective Sam Spade (Bogart) who meets a new client who introduces herself…

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Tobey Maguire is Doomsday's Spider-Man, TMNT Getting Live Action Reboot at Paramount 1:02:54

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel talk Tobey Maguire returning as Spider-Man in Avengers: Doomsday, Paramount rebooting a new live action Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Wicked for Good blowing up at the box office, the trailers for Hunger Games: Sunrise on the Reaping, Hoppers and Project Hail Mary and Rian Johnson's …

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Dawn Marie Talks Acting, Long Shadows, and Creating Her Own Path – 3 Geeks Podcast 21:14

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This week on the 3 Geeks Podcast, we welcome actress Dawn Marie, who appears as Rebecca Dollar in the upcoming feature film Long Shadows, hitting theaters November 7. Dawn shares her personal journey into the world of entertainment—from where she grew up to discovering her love for acting and the early training that set the foundation for her move …

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Wonder Woman To Debut in Man of Tomorrow? WELCOME TO DERRY Ep 4 Review 1:06:58

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung talk the news that James Gunn might be looking to cast Wonder Woman in Man of Tomorrow...or is it Big Barda?! Also, updates on Dr. Fate and the Wonder Twins. PLUS, the guys talk the MOANA teaser trailer, Spoiler Review WELCOME TO DERRY Ep. 4 and their review of Apple…

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Crowning Toys 'R Us As The Rightful Spirit of Christmas - Boards & Swords #276

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What world am I living in? Munchkin second edition? Catan sponsoring basketball? The Dice Tower saying something inappropriate? Actually, that last one tracks. Plus, there was a BUNCH of new GW releases announced, so you know we’ll talk about that as we get excited for Pax Unplugged! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News Look…

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The Horse Whisperer (1998) 1:03:01

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The second film in our tribute to Robert Redford gave us the first time he was both director and star in the same story! In 1998's "The Horse Whisperer," based on the book by Nicholas Evans, we're introduced to the MacLean family - father Robert (Sam Neill), mother Annie (Kristin Scott Thomas), and daughter Grace (Scarlett Johansson). While out rid…

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Wicked Week Begins! Dream Musicals, Mario Kart World & More 48:46

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This week on the 3 Geeks Podcast, the Geeks are diving deep into another packed episode full of movies, TV, gaming, books, and all things pop culture. With Wicked: Part One hitting theaters next week, we're leaning into the excitement early as we reveal our list of dream musicals—properties we think would absolutely shine on stage, whether they'd m…

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BRAINIAC Is Coming! Doctor Doom Updates! Is Kylo Ren Returning to Star Wars? 1:04:29

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Shannon McClung talk the big news that Brainiac will be the villain in SUPERMAN MAN OF TOMORROW and speculate who might play Brainiac. We also talk the rumors that there will be many Doctor Dooms (male and female) in AVENGERS: DOOMSDAY, will Lucasfilm bend to the fans and make a The Return of Ben …

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DC Greenlights Jimmy Olsen Series, Welcome to Derry 1x3 and Pluribus Reviews 1:14:14

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel talk DC greenlighting a Jimmy Olsen TV show and a V for Vendetta series. They also talk the Toy Story 5 Teaser Trailer, some Roger Rabbit news and SPOILER REVIEW It: Welcome to Derry Episode 3 and Apple TV's Pluribus Episodes 1 and 2. Remember to Like and Share this episode on your s…

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Left Holding our Bags with Erin Zipperle from Rollacrit - Boards & Swords 275

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Remember the ThinkGeek Bag of Holding? Meet the crew that brought it back! (Surprise, its actually some of the same people!) Also, more info on the Starcraft minis game, plastic minis for Trench Crusade, and a Catan movie now? Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News Plastic Minis for Trench Crusade! https://www.wargamer.com/tre…

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Jeremiah Johnson (1972) 1:13:57

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We're turning to another tribute pairing this week, the second of fourth-quarter 2025. This time around, it's a celebration of the life and work of veteran actor and superstar Robert Redford, who passed away on September 16th, 2025. Directed by Sydney Pollack and starring Redford, 1972's "Jeremiah Johnson" tells one of the true-ish tale of the Amer…

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What Movies & TV Shows Deserve Their Own Holiday Special? | 3 Geeks Podcast 1:00:20

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The Geeks return wrapped in tinsel and cinematic chaos. This week, we unwrap a playful question: which movies and TV shows truly deserve their own holiday special? Picture a Leatherface Thanksgiving dinner carving that gets a little too real, or Predator stringing up garland between thermal-vision hunts. The possibilities snowball fast. We also dig…

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Predator Badlands Review, JW Rebirth Sequel, Gremlins 3 News 1:27:04

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung bring you their SPOILER REVIEW of Predator: Badlands, discuss the news on the Jurassic World Rebirth sequel, Gremlins 3 and Rambo prequel news with the Russo brothers producing it, and their thoughts on the MICHAEL trailer aka the Michael Jackson biopic. Remember to …

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Is Doctor Doom a Tony Stark Variant or Vice Versa in AVENGERS DOOMSDAY? | The Geek Buddies 59:15

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel discuss the rumors that Doctor Doom is a Tony Stark variant or if Tony Stark was a Doom variant. They also discuss The Mummy franchise returning with Brendan Fraser and Rachel Weisz, a Miss Piggy movie in development with Jennifer Lawrence and Emma Stone producing and Cole Escola wri…

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Ernie Altbacker & Josh White Talk Area 51 Studios #2, Kickstarter & Aztec Batman! | 3 Geeks Podcast 43:35

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Writer Ernie Altbacker and artist Josh White return to the 3 Geeks Podcast to talk about Issue #2 of their incredible comic series, Area 51 Studios! The duo breaks down how the story has evolved, what fans can expect next, and how their latest Kickstarter campaign brings their unique sci-fi world to life. Ernie also gives us an inside look at his n…

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Friday the 13th (1980) 1:03:29

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The last of the original horror franchises is the topic of this episode as we finish 2025's Halloween celebration! Directed by Sean S. Cunningham and written y Victor Miller and Ron Kurz, 1980's "Firday the 13th" introduced the world to Camp Crystal Lake and the myth of Jason! Our story begins in 1958, when we see what we'll come to realize is the …

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Nintendo to Launch Mario Bros Shared Universe, Frankenstein (2025) Review 1:25:34

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss Is Nintendo Launching a Super Mario Bros Shared Universe, Scream 7, Stranger Things S5, Wildwood Trailers Talk, their IT: Welcome to Derry Ep 1 Review and a Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein Spoiler Review! HAPPY HALLOWEEN! Remember to Like and Share this epi…

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Phantasm (1979) 1:03:30

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It's Halloween time again, and we're looking at the last two original horror franchises we haven't done yet! First up - a story that starts off a thriller, turns to horror, and then clips into the realm of science fiction as well! Written and directed by Don Coscarelli, 1979's "Phantasm" kicks off with a cemetery, an amorous couple, and a stabbing,…

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Freddy's Nightmares, I Know What You Did Last Summer 2025 & 28 Years Later | 3 Geeks Halloween Special 👻 40:01

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It's a spooky good time on this week's 3 Geeks Podcast! 👻 Jason, Mike, Justin, and Max are back for a Halloween-themed episode packed with laughs, scares, and all the geeky fun you can handle. Mike kicks things off by sharing some weird and hilarious Halloween videos he found on YouTube — and trust us, you don't want to miss them. Then Justin takes…

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James Gunn Rules Out Darkseid, So Who Will Be DC's Main Villain? 1:20:04

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss who will be the "big bad" as DC's main villain after James Gunn rules out Darkseid. They also talk Gunn's recent DC updates with the Arkham series and Waller, Jeremy Renner hinting that a Hawkeye Season 2 is now in motion, the Pluribus, Crime 101 and Predator…

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Star Wars Kylo Ren Movie Squashed by Iger, New DC Updates from James Gunn 1:00:11

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel discuss the story that Bob Iger squashed a Kylo Ren movie with Adam Driver and directed by Steven Soderbergh. They also talk the plans for new animated series based on the Energon universe of comics, James Gunn's DC updates on Brave and the Bold, Clayface, and the Superman saga, and …

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Captain America: The First Avenger (2011) 1:16:26

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As we continue our pairing of superhero origin stories in the MCU, we move ahead three years to what is arguably the best origin story to come out of Marvel studios yet! Directed by Joe Johnston, 2011's "Captain America: The First Avenger" begins with a team of scientists in the Arctic circle investigaving something that the shifting ice has reveal…

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Big Avengers Doomsday, Spidey 4 Updates, Gunn Clarifies Rick Flag Sr. Storyline 1:03:45

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss the new BIG updates with Avengers Doomsday and Spider-Man Brand New Day, James Gunn clarifies Rick Flag storyline and Blue Beetle confusion, Wicked for Good over the top reaction from Deadline, Toy Story 5 designs for Buzz and Woody, and the trailers for PRIM…

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Stomping Around in Power Armor with Drew from One Inch Heroes - Boards & Swords #274

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What’s it like to get paid to paint someone else’s models? Or to dress up as your favorite characters? Get your magnifying glass out, because we have Drew from One Inch Heroes (https://www.oneinchheroes.com/) on to talk to us about other ways to enjoy this hobby! Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/discord News Don't Starve board game u…

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Will James Gunn Ignore Peacemaker S2 Criticism? Hugh Jackman's Wolverine Stays in MCU 1:09:59

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel discuss if James Gunn will listen to Peacemaker S2 criticism, reports that Hugh Jackman to stay as Wolverine in the MCU past Secret Wars, Jim Carrey eyed to lead a The Jetsons live action movie, our tributes to Drew Struzan and Diane Keaton and more! Remember to Like and Share this e…

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Iron Man (2008) 1:12:42

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It's the start of the MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) for this pairing, and two superhero origin stories, including arguably the best one! But we start as the MCU started, with the very first film of "Phase 1" and an interesting choice it was! Directed by Jon Vavreau himself, 2008's "Iron Man" tells the story of tech mogul, inventor, and playboy To…

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Michael Bailey Smith Interview – From Freddy Krueger to The Hills Have Eyes and Beyond! 1:16:42

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Join us for an in-depth conversation with actor Michael Bailey Smith, a versatile performer whose career spans decades of unforgettable roles across horror, sci-fi, and fantasy. From playing Super Freddy in A Nightmare on Elm Street 5: The Dream Child to terrifying audiences as Pluto in The Hills Have Eyes remake, Michael has built a legacy of brin…

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Stamping Out Our Units with Brent from Goblin Hobbies - Boards & Swords #273

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If you’ve ever used waterslide decals on minis, you know they kinda suck. Brent from Goblin Hobbies (https://goblinhobbies.com/) is here to show us a better way! Also, more stuff coming for Halo, convention options for other parts of the world, and a documentary about 40k from Napoleon Dynamite? Join us on Discord! https://boardsandswords.com/disco…

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Peacemaker S2 Finale Review, MCU's Wonder Man Teaser Trailer Breakdown 1:14:54

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung review DC's Peacemaker Season 2 finale. They also talk the new Wonder Man teaser trailer that dropped today, the teaser trailer for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Scarlett Johansson possibly being cast in TANGLED and more! Remember to Like and Share this episode on …

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Spider-Man: Brand New Day's MCU Issues, SUPERMAN Profit Debate Erupts 1:55:29

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES Happy Hour, John Rocha and Shannon McClung go LIVE to talk about the MCU issues that Spider-Man 4 will need to solve. Plus, they talk the Heat 2 news ramping up, Jonathan Majors teasing a Kang return, Oceans 14 sequel is on tap, Tron: Ares is getting destroyed by critics, Ridley Scott just wants to watch his own …

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Thunderheart (1992) 52:21

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Our second film honoring Graham Greene, who passed away on September 1st, 2025, brings us to a much more recent historical story. Loosely based on the Wounded Knee Incident of 1973, and directed by Michael Apted, 1992's "Thunderheart" follows FBI Agent Ray Levoi (Val Kilmer) who, because of his Sioux heritage, is assigned to investigate a murder on…

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Top 5 Movies That Scared Us + Alien Earth Review | 3 Geeks Podcast 1:15:30

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This week on the 3 Geeks Podcast, we're diving into the movies that truly terrified us! From classic horror to unexpected scares, we count down our Top 5 films that left us shaken. We also review Alien Earth Season 1, breaking down what worked, what didn't, and whether it's worth your time. Plus, we catch up on what we've been watching lately—cover…

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PEACEMAKER 2x7 Review, The Batman 2 Casting Hints at Court of Owls 1:10:09

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha and Michael Vogel review Peacemaker S2 Ep 7, talk the new Batman 2 casting hinting at a Court of Owls storylines, James Cameron talking Avatar 4 and 5, Jacob Elordi rumored for James Bond, Jerry Bruckheimer saying Margot Robbie is still in play for Pirates of the Caribbean reboot, and our thoughts on …

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Russos Tease Changing Avengers: Doomsday to Avengers vs X-Men? 1:05:46

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On this episode of THE GEEK BUDDIES, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung talk all the latest from Marvel invlcuding the Russos teasing Avengers vs X-Men, James Gunn's comments on Batman and the new DC movies, new trailers of the week and Rocha's Star Wars Starfighter leak!. Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and …

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Dances With Wolves (1990) 1:30:13

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This pairing pays tribute to Native American actor Graham Greene. Born to the Oneida tribe on the Six Nations Reservation in Ontario, Canada, Greene acted in over 180 projects over his 73-year lifespan. Greene passed away on September 1st, 2025, leaving behind an amazing body of work. But the role he's likely most known for comes from a film that n…