This week, we're taking a trip back to the 1990s for the first installment of our ongoing 90s Nostalgia series.

We kick off the episode by introducing two new community focused segments. First, we highlight comments from our previous episode and share some of your thoughts and reactions. Then, we debut our new Show & Tell segment, where we geek out over collectibles, memorabilia, and items from our personal collections. In future episodes or alternatives, we'd love to feature your Show & Tell submissions, so stay tuned for how you can participate!

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From there, we dive into what it was like growing up as a 90s kid from life before smartphones and streaming services to the unforgettable experience of dial-up internet, Saturday morning cartoons and after-school TV shows.

We reminisce about the simple joys of media consumption, the television shows that defined a generation, and how growing up in the 90s shaped our love for comics, anime, video games, movies, and nerd culture today.

This is just the beginning of our 90s nostalgia journey, with plenty more memories and topics to revisit in future episodes.

We want to hear from you! If you're a child of the 90s and remember the difficulties of internet dial up, before streaming services, or had favorite shows growing up, join us on this nostalgic trip and share your experience on the comments below and we may feature them in a future episode!

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Whether you're into comics, anime, manga, video games, trading card games, tabletop RPGs, or pop culture, there's something here for every fan.

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This week, we're rolling for initiative as we dive into the world of Dungeons & Dragons, tabletop RPGs, and the incredible communities that make them so memorable.

We share how we first got into D&D with little to no experience, a willingness to learn, influenced by popular D&D and Tabletop shows, and a love for storytelling. From unforgettable Natural 20 victories to the absolute chaos of Natural 1 failures, we talk about our moments that made us fall in love with tabletop role playing games.

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We also talk about how shows like Dimension 20 and Critical Role have inspired us, introduced new players to the hobby, and helped make tabletop gaming more accessible than ever.

Whether you're preparing for your very first campaign, a seasoned adventurer, or simply curious about why so many people love D&D, this episode is a great place to start your own adventure.

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Whether you're into comics, anime, manga, video games, trading card games, tabletop RPGs, or pop culture, there's something here for every fan.

No matter your level of experience, there's always room for another player at the table.

What are your best tabletop stories?, What's the greatest Natural 20 you've ever rolled? What's your funniest or most disastrous Natural 1 story?

Share your adventures in the comments, we'd love to hear them!

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This week, we're tackling one of the biggest conversations happening in gaming right now.

Sony's recent announcement signaling a move toward a digital first future has garnered a huge reaction across the gaming community, and as gamers ourselves, we are sharing our honest reactions. We discuss what this could mean for physical game preservation, collecting, ownership, and whether an all digital future is something gamers will embrace, or push back against.

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Also with the release of Grand Theft Auto VI coming out in November we discuss how GTA VI could shape the future of gaming with the announcement of its massive price sale and its digital only release.

Lastly, we take a trip down memory lane, reminiscing about the games that defined our childhoods and why preserving physical media and gaming history still matters...or at least try to keep this in topic.

This is definitely one of our most passionate and heated discussions yet.

Whether you're a physical collector, a digital-only gamer, agree or disagree with the Sony and GTA VI announcements, we'd love to hear your thoughts.

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Whether you're into comics, anime, manga, video games, trading card games, tabletop RPGs, or pop culture, there's something here for every fan.

Are you for or against gaming's move toward an all-digital future?

What's one nostalgic game you'll never forget?

Will you be picking up GTA VI digitally on day one?

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On Repeat

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In this podcast, we talk about Jake's latest read and reaction to the DC Absolute universe so far, starting with Absolute Batman and getting a taste of Absolute Green Arrow and the other stories surrounding this universe created by Darkseid.

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We'll also discuss a few Indie books and recommendations by James, highlighting a few indie books and standout reads from Image Comics and Oni Press that deserve a spot on your pull list.

We’ll also discuss the upcoming Spider-Man Brand New Day movie, Spider Noir series, and the exciting Wolverine video game by Insomniac coming in September.

If you're a big fan of Marvel and DC comics, or just any comics really, this is surely an episode you don't want to miss!

Whether you're into comics, anime, manga, video games, trading card games, tabletop RPGs, or pop culture, there's something here for every fan.

Have you read any of Absolute Series from DC comics? Are you excited about the upcoming Spider Man Brand New day movie and Wolverine Video game? Let us know in the comments!

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Music:

On Repeat

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Artist: Marcus P.

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After an extended hiatus, Jake and James are back! In this episode, they dive into the world of anime, discussing both modern hits and nostalgic classics that continue to leave a lasting impression.

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Later, we delve into James' (DesertPunk) journey embarking on his One Piece experience, which he began in February 2026. He shares his experiences so far, highlights memorable moments, and discusses the arc he's currently watching as he makes his way through the world of One Piece (slight spoilers on the One Piece talks up to Punk Hazzard arc).

Whether you're into comics, anime, manga, video games, trading card games, tabletop RPGs, or pop culture, there's something here for every fan.

What nostalgic anime comes to mind? Best or Worse anime you've seen? and What's your favorite or least favorite One Piece arc? We'd love to hear about it!

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Welcome to Episode 3 of Geek AF (All Fandom)! (Re-upload 6/25)

This week, in honor of the upcoming Final Fantasy: Magic: The Gathering set dropping June 13, 2025 (prerelease June 6), we dive headfirst into the legendary Final Fantasy franchise with our special guest Jeryhn—a true Final Fantasy guru from day one.

If you're a Final Fantasy fan—especially one who loves the deep cuts—this episode is a must-listen!

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We’ll unpack everything from the lore, characters, story arcs, and mythological inspirations to the franchise’s art, production, and canon universe. Plus, we’ll explore how the new MTG set captures the spirit of Final Fantasy and discuss how the mechanics tie back to the in-game stories.

Whether you're into comics, anime, manga, video games, trading card games, tabletop RPGs, or pop culture, there's something here for every fan.

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Music:

On Repeat

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Artist: Marcus P.

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In this episode, we talk about meet n' greets at cons, D20 (Dimension 20), Absolute Batman spoilers, Gotcha Games, More anime show recommendations and a special goofy movie documentary 'Not just a goof'. All while going through our nerd nostalgia talks and growing up into the world of Nerd Culture.

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Whether you're into comics, anime, manga, video games, trading card games, tabletop RPGs, or pop culture, there's something here for every fan.

What's your best or embarrassing meet n' greet moment, are you fan of D20, are you reading the latest DC Absolute Universe, can you do the perfect cast? Let us know in the comments!

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Music:

On Repeat

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In our first ever episode, we introduce ourselves and talk about Trading Card Games (TCG) from Pokemon, Magic: The Gathering, One Piece Card Game, and Lorcana. We then dive into the world of Anime talking about One Piece (again) and Solo Leveling. As well as the latest manga and comic reads. All while going through our nerd nostalgia talks and growing up into the world of Nerd Culture.

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This episode covers everything from TCG to Anime and Manga, along with our discussions on fandom, nostalgia, and growing up as millennial nerds.

Whether you're into comics, anime, manga, video games, trading card games, tabletop RPGs, or pop culture, there's something here for every fan.

What are your thoughts on the TCG Market, current anime and manga reads ? Let us know in the comments!

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Cozy Coffeehouse

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Welcome to Episode 3 of Geek AF (All Fandom)!

This week, in honor of the upcoming Final Fantasy: Magic: The Gathering set dropping June 13 (pre-release June 6), we dive headfirst into the legendary Final Fantasy franchise with our special guest Jeryhn—a true Final Fantasy guru from day one.

We’ll unpack everything from the lore, characters, story arcs, and mythological inspirations to the franchise’s art, production, and canon universe. Plus, we’ll explore how the new MTG set captures the spirit of Final Fantasy and discuss how the mechanics tie back to the in-game stories.

If you're a Final Fantasy fan—especially one who loves the deep cuts—this episode is a must-listen!

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Welcome to our Second episode of Geek AF (All Fandom):

In our Second episode, we talk about meet n' greets at cons, D20 (Dimension 20), Absolute Batman spoilers, Gotcha Games, More anime show recommendations and a special goofy movie documentary 'Not just a goof'. All while going through our nerd nostalgia talks and growing up into the world of Nerd Culture.

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