General Geekery Podcast

(Editors Note: Audio may be a bit quiet) For our second edition of Anime April, Donald and Hannah talk about the 2015 thriller, Death Parade. From its unique atmosphere, characters, themes of morality, emotional masking, and exploring the human psyche, this show has a lot going for it! Grab a drink, have a seat, and welcome to the Quindecim! Big shoutout to Hannah for making this awesome cover art for this episode!

Intro and outro music, "anime sunset", provided by The Twilight! Check him out here: https://soundcloud.com/the-twilight You can see Hannah on Mondays on Loaded Dice Adventures: https://www.twitch.tv/loadeddiceadventures and also on the SPLANCHNIC's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jdr1rXHR8mV0x2rsVogkS?si=BNeJK5FdQsSCQxXMtI7nUA Check Donald's stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/ryuzakimk7 Follow General Geekery on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=104468614348123&ref=content_filter And Instagram: https://instagram.com/generalgeekery?igshid=120vpn9nbada6

Originally recorded before the COVID-19 pandemic, Donald and Hannah sat down with Thomas and Maggie Sebald again to discuss our first entry into Anime April, Fullmetal Alchemist! With 2 different series from 2003 as well as 2009, multiple beloved characters and stories, Fullmetal Alchemist is a beloved title in the anime industry. Grab your drink of choice and join us for an incredible episode!

Intro and outro music, "anime sunset", provided by The Twilight! Check him out here: https://soundcloud.com/the-twilight You can see Hannah on Mondays on Loaded Dice Adventures: https://www.twitch.tv/loadeddiceadventures and also on the SPLANCHNIC's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jdr1rXHR8mV0x2rsVogkS?si=BNeJK5FdQsSCQxXMtI7nUA Check Donald's stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/ryuzakimk7 Follow General Geekery on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=104468614348123&ref=content_filter And Instagram: https://instagram.com/generalgeekery?igshid=120vpn9nbada6

This episode, Hannah and Donald are joined by 2 special guests, local theater friends Thomas and Maggie Sebaid, as they discuss the works of J.R.R. Tolkien, author of "The Hobbit" and "The Lord of the Rings". In what is our biggest episode to date, we talk about our experiences with Tolkien's works, his impact both in the world of fiction and beyond, and what his work means to so many people. Grab your drink of choice and join us!

Intro and outro music, "anime sunset", provided by The Twilight! Check him out here: https://soundcloud.com/the-twilight You can see Hannah on Mondays on Loaded Dice Adventures: https://www.twitch.tv/loadeddiceadventures and also on the SPLANCHNIC's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jdr1rXHR8mV0x2rsVogkS?si=BNeJK5FdQsSCQxXMtI7nUA Check Donald's stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/ryuzakimk7 Follow General Geekery on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=104468614348123&ref=content_filter And Instagram: https://instagram.com/generalgeekery?igshid=120vpn9nbada6

Alfred Hitchcock, one of the most critically acclaimed film directors in cinema history. This episode, Donald and Hannah talk about their favorite Hitchcock films, moments, and discuss what sets him apart from other famous movie directors.

Intro and outro music, "anime sunset", provided by The Twilight! Check him out here: https://soundcloud.com/the-twilight You can see Hannah on Mondays on Loaded Dice Adventures: https://www.twitch.tv/loadeddiceadventures and also on the SPLANCHNIC's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jdr1rXHR8mV0x2rsVogkS?si=BNeJK5FdQsSCQxXMtI7nUA Check Donald's stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/ryuzakimk7 Follow General Geekery on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=104468614348123&ref=content_filter And Instagram: https://instagram.com/generalgeekery?igshid=120vpn9nbada6

As professionals in the world of theatre, Hannah and Donald talk about why the theatre is so important in our lives. From looking back at the Ancient Greeks to relating from personal experiences, from the views as both performers and as patrons, the duo of geekery hold nothing back!

Intro and outro music, "anime sunset", provided by The Twilight! Check him out here: https://soundcloud.com/the-twilight You can see Hannah on Mondays on Loaded Dice Adventures: https://www.twitch.tv/loadeddiceadventures and also on the SPLANCHNIC's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jdr1rXHR8mV0x2rsVogkS?si=BNeJK5FdQsSCQxXMtI7nUA Check Donald's stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/ryuzakimk7 Follow General Geekery on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=104468614348123&ref=content_filter And Instagram: https://instagram.com/generalgeekery?igshid=120vpn9nbada6

SPOILERS FOR SEASONS 1 & 2! Originally recorded before the release of season 3, Donald and Hannah talk about one of the most talked about Netflix animated series, Castlevania. Based of the original video game franchise by Konami, this series has broken down barriers and has shown what a good video game to tv adaption can do. Lets dive into Dracula's castle with our magic spells and vampire killing whips in hand!

Intro and outro music, "anime sunset", provided by The Twilight! Check him out here: https://soundcloud.com/the-twilight You can see Hannah on Mondays on Loaded Dice Adventures: https://www.twitch.tv/loadeddiceadventures and also on the SPLANCHNIC's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jdr1rXHR8mV0x2rsVogkS?si=BNeJK5FdQsSCQxXMtI7nUA Check Donald's stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/ryuzakimk7 Follow General Geekery on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=104468614348123&ref=content_filter And Instagram: https://instagram.com/generalgeekery?igshid=120vpn9nbada6

Today, Donald and Hannah are talking about one of the most celebrated Japanese animation studios in history, Studio Ghibli. From their early works in the 80's, to their impact in the West, Ghibli is responsible for making many wondrous worlds ever put on film, and we're gonna dive in head first to talk about 'em!

Intro and outro music, "anime sunset", provided by The Twilight! Check him out here: https://soundcloud.com/the-twilight You can see Hannah on Mondays on Loaded Dice Adventures: https://www.twitch.tv/loadeddiceadventures and also on the SPLANCHNIC's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jdr1rXHR8mV0x2rsVogkS?si=BNeJK5FdQsSCQxXMtI7nUA Check Donald's stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/ryuzakimk7 Follow General Geekery on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=104468614348123&ref=content_filter And Instagram: https://instagram.com/generalgeekery?igshid=120vpn9nbada6

With Voices Found Repertory opening their next show, The Elephant Man by Bernard Pommerance, this coming March, Donald and Hannah sit down and discuss the man behind the name: The "Elephant Man", Joseph Merrick. From his noted physical deformities to his impact in fictional media and the fields of medical research, Merrick's legacy is a unique one! Tickets for Voices Found Repertory's The Elephant Man on sale: https://m.bpt.me/event/4498172

Intro and outro music, "anime sunset", provided by The Twilight! Check him out here: https://soundcloud.com/the-twilight You can see Hannah on Mondays on Loaded Dice Adventures: https://www.twitch.tv/loadeddiceadventures and also on the SPLANCHNIC's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jdr1rXHR8mV0x2rsVogkS?si=BNeJK5FdQsSCQxXMtI7nUA Check Donald's stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/ryuzakimk7 Follow General Geekery on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=104468614348123&ref=content_filter And Instagram: https://instagram.com/generalgeekery?igshid=120vpn9nbada6

This week, Hannah and Donald discuss the similarities and differences between what defines sociopaths and psychopaths. We discuss the subtle differences, and look at notable examples in TV, film, and literature! Intro and outro music, "anime sunset", provided by The Twilight! Check him out here: https://soundcloud.com/the-twilight You can see Hannah on Mondays on Loaded Dice Adventures: https://www.twitch.tv/loadeddiceadventures and also on the SPLANCHNIC's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jdr1rXHR8mV0x2rsVogkS?si=BNeJK5FdQsSCQxXMtI7nUA Check Donald's stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/ryuzakimk7 Follow General Geekery on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=104468614348123&ref=content_filter And Instagram: https://instagram.com/generalgeekery?igshid=120vpn9nbada6

Hannah leads the discussion this week as we talk about the critically acclaimed book series, Ender's Game! From the original novel to its follow ups and spin off stories, Hannah and Donald discuss the overarching themes of morality and militarism, and through it all, Donald gets an answer to something he has been wondering for months! Intro and outro music, "anime sunset", provided by The Twilight! Check him out here: https://soundcloud.com/the-twilight You can see Hannah on Mondays on Loaded Dice Adventures: https://www.twitch.tv/loadeddiceadventures and also on the SPLANCHNIC's Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/5jdr1rXHR8mV0x2rsVogkS?si=BNeJK5FdQsSCQxXMtI7nUA Check Donald's stream here: https://www.twitch.tv/ryuzakimk7 Follow General Geekery on Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=104468614348123&ref=content_filter And Instagram: https://instagram.com/generalgeekery?igshid=120vpn9nbada6