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- Geek Hard: Episode 446 – Nerd Love for Bumblebee
Originally Aired: 12/21/18 – We review Bumblebee. We talk with hip-hop artist More or Les. Plus the news of the week! [powerpress] Show Notes: We talk the news of the week. Fricking Lasers! – Scientists want to build a massive laser array to propel exploratory spacecraft into other galaxies. University of Washington scientists have experimented with genetically […]
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1 hr 2 min - Uncanny Champions Die HardOriginally Aired: 12/14/18 – We talk with writer Ed Brisson. Play interview with magicians Alex McAleer & Richard Young. Plus the 30th Anniversary Die Hard.Show Notes:We talk with one-third of the writing team behind the current Uncanny X-Men title: Ed Brisson. The comic is currently shipping weekly and with 4 issues already out, the mayhem’s is pretty much up to eleven. Ed talks about the comic as well as working with co-writers Matthew Rosenberg and Kelly Thompson and more! THE CHILDREN OF THE ATOM ARE BACK! New ongoing series kicking off with a 10-part weekly epic, the flagship X-Men series that started it all is back and better than ever! Starting with a mysterious and tragic disappearance, the X-Men are drawn into what might be…their final adventure?! A crew of amazing writers and artist join forces to bring you X-MEN DISASSEMBLED?!Our look back on Die Hard‘s 30th Anniversary starring Bruce Willis, Alan Rickman and Bonnie Bedelia. New York City policeman John McClane (Bruce Willis) is visiting his estranged wife (Bonnie Bedelia) and two daughters on Christmas Eve. He joins her at a holiday party in the headquarters of the Japanese-owned business she works for. But the festivities are interrupted by a group of terrorists who take over the exclusive high-rise, and everyone in it. Very soon McClane realizes that there’s no one to save the hostages — but him.We also play Mr. Green’s sit down with two of the Champions of Magic: Alex McAleer and Richard Young (of Young and Strange). Their current tour is coming to Toronto, December 19th to January 6th. 5 World Class Magicians. One Incredible Show! Join our award-winning team of tricksters for a spectacular night of mystery that’ll keep you guessing for a long time to come. Champions of Magic, the UK’s largest touring magic show, features five of the worlds’ finest magicians. Witness stunning illusions including disappearances, teleportation, levitation, and a heart-stopping finale that sees one performer walk through the spinning steel blades of a giant industrial fan. For more on the Champions of Magic, visit their website.It was a great show!Geek Hard Extra:Plus exclusively for our $4/month+ Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing Christmas movies.If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!Production Credits:Geek Hard Logo – Candice Hibbard and Rich RobbinsTechnical Production – Gary LaBarr, Recorded at the Reality Radio 101 StudioHosts/Producers – Andrew Young & James GreenMusic Credits:Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman“Socks” by JD McPherson“X-Men Theme Song” by Sophie Marlon“Way Down We Go” by Kaleo“Die Hard” by Guyz Nite“Dear Die Hard” by Kraken Not Sirred“A Kind of Magic” by QueenClosing Music “Kelly’s Heroes” by Black Grape1 hr
- Geek Hard: Episode 445 – Uncanny Champions Die Hard
Originally Aired: 12/14/18 – We talk with writer Ed Brisson. Play interview with magicians Alex McAleer & Richard Young. Plus the 30th Anniversary Die Hard. [powerpress] Show Notes: We talk with one-third of the writing team behind the current Uncanny X-Men title: Ed Brisson. The comic is currently shipping weekly and with 4 issues already out, the mayhem’s is pretty […]
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1 hr - Return of The Christmas SpecialOriginally Aired: 12/07/18 – Our annual Christmas show featuring Alex James and a look at Christmas movies, comics and TV showsShow Notes:That’s right friends, the season is upon us! It’s time for the Geek Hard Christmas Special!We start off with the return of our favourite holiday punching bag – Alex James, in studio for the whole show. He will be performing later in the show but first, we have to beat him up a little. Like we said he’s our favourite holiday punching bag!Our annual tradition of the Great Christmas Movie Swap! continues. Where we each give the other a Christmas movie the other hasn’t watched for the first time and then we review it. Mr. Green reviews A Christmas Without Snow (chosen by Andrew) released by CBS Studios starring Michael Learned, John Houseman and Ramon Bieri. Leaving her son behind at her parents’ home in Omaha, Neb., recent divorcée Zoe (Michael Learned) attempts to start her life anew by moving to San Francisco. Seeking something to fill her lonely hours, she begins singing with a church choir. When new choirmaster Ephraim Adams (John Houseman) is hired, Zoe finds his attitudes and ideas difficult to tolerate. Faced with the challenging task of satisfying Adams’ unrelenting perfectionism, Zoe is tempted once more to run away from her problems. While Andrew reviews El Camino Christmas (chosen by Mr. Green) released by Netflix starring Dax Shepard, Kurtwood Smith and Luke Grimes. A young man seeking the father he has never met ends up barricaded inside of a liquor store with five other people on Christmas Eve.We, of course, continue the tradition of forcing Mr. Green to read Christmas themed comics. This year Andrew has chosen Nick Fury, Agent of S.H.I.E.L.D. Vol 1 #10 written by Gary Friedrich & Frank Springer with art by Frank Springer, Barry Smith & Johnny Craig. Goon #10 written by Eric Powell with art by Eric Powell. Ant-Man’s Big Christmas Vol 1 #1 written Bob Gale with art by Phil Winslade, Jimmy Palmiotti & Richard Isanove! While Mr. Green likes comics he is not a fan of Christmas themed comics and Andrew continues’ his campaign to make Green like them.Of course, no Christmas show would be complete without our annual checking out of Christmas specials and hitting some television specials from the past. Eureka – Do You See What I See, Goldbergs – A Christmas Story and Supernatural – A Very Supernatural Christmas Christmas episodes.Lastly, no Geekmas would be complete without Alex James taking part in another of Geek Hard’s time honoured traditions: Alex James Christmas Trivia. For the past 7 years running, we have subjected Alex to an embarrassing trivia quiz that shows off how much of a humbug this guy really is. If you’ve never heard the quiz before, you’re in for a treat. For those that have, the good times continue.The Geek Hard Christmas Stocking winner is announced. Congratulations! Ben Leonard of Whitby, Ontario.Plus, the debut of Geek Hard’s 2018 Christmas song “Green Christmas” performed by Andrew Young and musical accompaniment by Alex James.Geek Hard Extra:Plus exclusively for our $4/month+ Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing portable audio recording with Alex.If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!1 hr 19 min
- Geek Hard: Episode 444 – Return of The Christmas Special
Originally Aired: 12/07/18 – Our annual Christmas show featuring Alex James and a look at Christmas movies, comics and TV shows [powerpress] Show Notes: That’s right friends, the season is upon us! It’s time for the Geek Hard Christmas Special! We start off with the return of our favourite holiday punching bag – Alex James, […]
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1 hr 19 min - The Whistler ChroniclesOriginally Aired: 11/30/18 – Our review of The Christmas Chronicles. We also talk with director Jennifer Nicole Stang and discuss the news of the week.Show Notes:We take a look at the news of the week. Science now has proof that unicorns were real! Star Wars Galaxy Adventures launched and have new action figures coming out. CW working on a new DC property called Super Clean. NIST has upped the anty on Atomic Clock accuracy that can detect space-time fluctuations.Our review of The Christmas Chronicles starring Kurt Russell, Darby Camp and Judah Lewis. A holiday adventure from producer Chris Columbus (“Home Alone”, “Harry Potter”) and director Clay Kaytis (“The Angry Birds Movie”), tells the story of sister and brother, Kate (Darby Camp) and Teddy Pierce (Judah Lewis), whose Christmas Eve plan to catch Santa Claus (Kurt Russell) on camera turns into an unexpected journey that most kids could only dream about. After staking out Santa’s arrival, they sneak into his sleigh, cause it to crash and nearly derail Christmas. As their wild night unfolds, Kate and Teddy work together with Santa – as you’ve never seen him before – and his loyal Elves to save Christmas before it’s too late.We also speak with director Jennifer Nicole Stang to talk about her latest short, The Whistler. A spooky take on the Pied Piper, The Whistler is a story about a teenage girl who is forced to babysit her sister and wakes up to find that same sister missing. The short was recently shown at the Blood In The Snow Film Festival and Andrew gave it a rave review in his coverage. JENNIFER NICOLE STANG was born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, and has lived in England, Canada, the U.S., and Spain. Jennifer founded her film production company, Round Table Pictures (Formerly Heart Anchor Productions), with her brother, Emmett, in 2011. With her company, Jennifer has directed award-winning music videos and short films, and has produced videos for clients such as Sotheby’s International, USC, and Jamie Nichols for Celebrate Dance. Her short film, El Lago (The Lake) has received various awards. Jennifer is currently co-producing a feature film with Dark Matter Studios. For more info on The Whistler, check out the film’s website.It was a great show!Geek Hard Extra:Plus exclusively for our $4/month+ Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing the cancellation of Netflix’s Daredevil.If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!Production Credits:Geek Hard Logo – Candice Hibbard and Rich RobbinsTechnical Production – Gary LaBarr, Recorded at the Reality Radio 101 StudioHosts/Producers – Andrew Young & James GreenMusic Credits:Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman“Carry Me” by Bird Streets“Santa Claus Is Back In Town” by Little Steven and the Disciples of Soul“Papas Got A Brand New Bag” by James Brown“The Whistler” by The White Buffalo“The Pied Piper” by Crispian St. Peters“Already Home” by Michael LogenClosing Music “Kelly’s Heroes” by Black Grape1 hr 1 min
- Geek Hard: Episode 443 – The Whistler Chronicles
Originally Aired: 11/30/18 – Our review of The Christmas Chronicles. We also talk with director Jennifer Nicole Stang and discuss the news of the week. [powerpress] Show Notes: We take a look at the news of the week. Science now has proof that unicorns were real! Star Wars Galaxy Adventures launched and have new action […]
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1 hr 1 min - Ralph’s Nightmare RobberyOriginally Aired: 11/23/18 – Our review of Ralph Breaks the Internet. We also talk with director Mick Garris and director Corey Stanton.Show Notes:We play Mr. Green’s sit down interview with the one and only Mick Garris. A true master of horror, they talk about his latest film, Nightmare Cinema, a horror anthology he made with a host of amazing international directors. There’s also talk of his podcast, Post Mortem. Mick Garris was born in Santa Monica, California. He is known for his adaptations of Stephen King stories. Garris won a 1986 Edgar Award for an episode he wrote for the Steven Spielberg-produced television series Amazing Stories. Mick directed the FEARnet episode Post Mortem. He contributes to the web series Trailers From Hell. Garris was also the co-screenwriter and executive producer of the Disney movie Hocus Pocus. He also directed the miniseries adaption of Stephen King’s novel Bag of Bones and the documentary film Pure in Heart: The Life and Legacy of Lon Chaney Jr. Garris will also appear in cameo roles in his films.Our review of Ralph Breaks The Internet! starring John C. Reilly, Sarah Silverman and Gal Gadot. Video game bad guy Ralph and fellow misfit Vanellope von Schweetz must risk it all by traveling to the World Wide Web in search of a replacement part to save Vanellope’s video game, “Sugar Rush.” In way over their heads, Ralph and Vanellope rely on the citizens of the internet — the netizens — to help navigate their way, including an entrepreneur named Yesss, who is the head algorithm and the heart and soul of trend-making site BuzzzTube.We also play Andrew’s interview with filmmaker Corey Stanton about his first feature film, Robbery. The movie stars Art Hindle and focuses on robbery where the getaway driver is suffering from dementia. Corey Stanton hails from Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He holds a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) from York University, and in May 2017, he graduated from medical school at the University of Ottawa, earning his Doctorate in Medicine (M.D.). In support of his lifelong dream of filmmaking, Corey has chosen to pursue his passions for directing, writing, and producing.It was a great show!Geek Hard Extra:Plus exclusively for our $4/month+ Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing the Agents of SHIELD getting a 7th season and the General Mills shared universe.If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!Production Credits:Geek Hard Logo – Candice Hibbard and Rich RobbinsTechnical Production – Gary LaBarr, Recorded at the Reality Radio 101 StudioHosts/Producers – Andrew Young & James GreenMusic Credits:Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman“Killing in the Name” by Brass Against featuring Sophia Urista“Masters of Horror Theme” by Edward Shearmur“Horror Movie” by Skyhooks“Zero” by Imagine Dragons“Man In The Mirror” by The Main Squeeze“Been Caught Stealing” by JacksoulClosing Music “Kelly’s Heroes” by Black Grape1 hr 2 min
- Geek Hard: Episode 442 – Ralph’s Nightmare Robbery
Originally Aired: 11/23/18 – Our review of Ralph Breaks the Internet. We also talk with director Mick Garris and director Corey Stanton. [powerpress] Show Notes: We play Mr. Green’s sit down interview with the one and only Mick Garris. A true master of horror, they talk about his latest film, Nightmare Cinema, a horror anthology he made […]
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1 hr 2 min - Fangirling for a Fantastic HammerOriginally Aired: 11/16/18 – Our review of Fantastic beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald. We also talk with host Dani Fernandez and director Nick Szostakiwskyj.Show Notes:We talk with director Nick Szostakiwskyj. His new film, Hammer of the Gods will be playing at this year’s Blood In The Snow Canadian Film Festival on Saturday, November 24th at 4:30PM. Nick told us more about the film. Hammer of the Gods follows falling-from-grace rock group, half a decade after the release of their hit single, as they travel deep into the Canadian wilderness on a spirit journey armed with a bag of psychedelic drugs. The journey seems harmless enough, until the isolated musicians begin to realize the terrifying hallucinations they are seeing and hearing aren’t hallucinations at all. For more on Hammer of the Gods, check out the BITS Film Fest WebsiteOur review of Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes of Grindelwald starring Eddie Redmayne, Katherine Waterston, Dan Fogler. In an effort to thwart Grindelwald’s plans of raising pure-blood wizards to rule over all non-magical beings, Albus Dumbledore enlists his former student Newt Scamander, who agrees to help, unaware of the dangers that lie ahead. Lines are drawn as love and loyalty are tested, even among the truest friends and family, in an increasingly divided wizarding world.We also talk with writer, actress and comedian Dani Fernandez! Dani is probably best known for hosting gigs for Nerdist and Project Alpha on Fangirling and Natural Selection. She also hosts a podcast called Nerdificent. Dani talked about all this and more! Dani Fernandez is a writer, actress, and comedian who has written for shows on New Form, Fullscreen, and Epic Meal Time, as well as various humor sites. She has been a host with Geek & Sundry, HyperRPG, Funimation, Mental Floss, and Machinima and has been a commentator for IGN, VH1, Collider, Screen Junkies, San Diego Comic Con, LA Comic Con, and WonderCon.It was a great show!Geek Hard Extra:Plus exclusively for our $4/month+ Patreon supporters, our latest Geek Hard Extra After Credits segment discussing the passing of Stan Lee.If you’re gonna geek out, GEEK HARD!Production Credits:Geek Hard Logo – Candice Hibbard and Rich RobbinsTechnical Production – Gary LaBarr, Recorded at the Reality Radio 101 StudioHosts/Producers – Andrew Young & James GreenMusic Credits:Opening Music “Eterna Teen” by Mark Holman“A Guy Named Stan” by Mr. Billy“Hammer of the Gods” by Saxon“Hammer of the Gods” by Freedom Call“Great Song About Eddie Redmayne” by Papa Razzi and the Photogs“Fantastic Beasts The Crimes of Grindelwald” by James Newton Howard“Can I Get A Nerd Clap? (Vengeance 1)” by More Or LesClosing Music “Kelly’s Heroes” by Black Grape1 hr 2 min
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