Original Geek

By Original Geek Creative

Two Gen X geeks who grew up hiding D&D dice from their parents now break down the franchises that built modern geek culture. Stand-up comic Steve Scarfo and Forever DM Jeff Shaw argue about Sta

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The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.

Original Geek episodes:

October 06, 2025 John Hughes Lied to Us About High School (And We Believed Him) | Original Geek | S1E11
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John Hughes shaped how Gen X understood high school — for better and worse.
In this episode, we revisit his iconic films and ask which ones still hold up, which don’t, and what they say about growing up in the 1980s. Nostalgia meets adult reality.
Topics include: John Hughes films, 80s movies, teen films, Gen X culture, pop culture history.
🎙️ Original Geek — Gen X geek culture from people who lived it.
Hosted by Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw.

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1h 4min
September 25, 2025 How Dungeon Masters Went from Basement Weirdos to Legends | Original Geek | S1E10
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Dungeon Masters used to run games quietly in basements. Now some are paid performers with massive audiences.
In this episode, we explore the evolution of the DM — from Satanic Panic days to professional game mastering. We discuss storytelling, improv, monetization, and whether paying a DM changes the game.
Topics include: Dungeons & Dragons, Dungeon Masters, tabletop RPGs, paid DMs, geek culture.
🎙️ Original Geek — Gen X geek culture from people who lived it.
Hosted by Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw.

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📬 [email protected]
📱 @OriginalGeekPodcast on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook
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59min
September 10, 2025 Sports Used to Be Simple — Then Geeks Took Over | Original Geek | S1E09
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Sports fandom used to be emotional. Now it’s data-driven.
In this episode, we trace how stat-obsessed fans went from handwritten box scores to fantasy leagues and billion-dollar analytics. We debate whether numbers improved sports — or drained the magic.
Topics include: sports analytics, fantasy sports, fandom culture, data obsession, Gen X nostalgia.
🎙️ Original Geek — Gen X geek culture from people who lived it.
Hosted by Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw.

🔔 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube
🌐 originalgeekpodcast.com
📬 [email protected]
📱 @OriginalGeekPodcast on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook
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56min
August 28, 2025 LARP vs Ren Faire: Why Grown Adults Hit Each Other with Fake Swords | Original Geek | S1E08
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What happens when D&D leaves the basement and hits the real world?
In this episode, we put LARPing and Renaissance Faires on trial. We explore their shared roots, cultural differences, DIY origins, and how both went from fringe hobbies to mainstream geek culture.
Foam swords, turkey legs, and zero shame.
Topics include: LARP, Renaissance Faires, live-action roleplay, geek culture, fandom evolution.
🎙️ Original Geek — Gen X geek culture from people who lived it.
Hosted by Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw.

🔔 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube
🌐 originalgeekpodcast.com
📬 [email protected]
📱 @OriginalGeekPodcast on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook
...more
56min
August 19, 2025 Arcades Raised Us… and Then Disappeared | Original Geek | S1E07
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Before online lobbies and DLCs, gaming meant arcades, quarters, and trash talk.
In this episode, we revisit arcade culture, console wars, early home computing, and the shift to modern gaming. From Gauntlet and Mortal Kombat to VR and monetization models, we ask what gaming gained — and what it lost.
Topics include: arcade history, retro gaming, console wars, video game culture, VR gaming.
🎙️ Original Geek — Gen X geek culture from people who lived it.
Hosted by Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw.

🔔 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube
🌐 originalgeekpodcast.com
📬 [email protected]
📱 @OriginalGeekPodcast on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook
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1h 5min
August 11, 2025 Blockbusters Used to Be Risky — Now They’re Just Expensive | Original Geek | S1E06
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Blockbusters were once bold, risky events. Today, they’re safer, bigger, and often forgettable.
In this episode, we trace the evolution of the summer blockbuster from Jaws to modern franchise fatigue. We talk opening-night lines, merch madness, box-office economics, and whether streaming permanently changed audience behavior.
Topics include: blockbuster movies, movie history, streaming vs theaters, film franchises, pop culture nostalgia.
🎙️ Original Geek — Gen X geek culture from people who lived it.
Hosted by Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw.

🔔 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube
🌐 originalgeekpodcast.com
📬 [email protected]
📱 @OriginalGeekPodcast on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook
...more
57min
August 05, 2025 Why Comedy Movies Aren’t Funny Anymore (And What Broke Them) | Original Geek | S1E05
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Comedy movies used to be theater events. Now they barely exist on the big screen.
In this episode, we explore the rise and fall of theatrical comedy — from classic hits to streaming-era releases that feel safer and smaller. We debate nostalgia vs reality, meme humor, reboots, and whether audiences or studios killed the shared comedy experience.
A love letter to laughs — and a plea to save them.
Topics include: comedy movies, theater culture, streaming impact, 80s and 90s films, pop culture trends.
🎙️ Original Geek — Gen X geek culture from people who lived it.
Hosted by Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw.

🔔 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube
🌐 originalgeekpodcast.com
📬 [email protected]
📱 @OriginalGeekPodcast on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook
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55min
July 27, 2025 SPECIAL RELEASE: FULL Original Geek Theme Song!
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🚨 DROP ALERT 🚨
You asked. We delivered.
The full Original Geek theme song is finally here—and yes, it was generated by AI… but it still shreds harder than a critical hit with a Vorpal Sword.
Whether you’re rolling dice in your basement or coding in a hoodie, this is your new anthem.
🎧 Crank it up. Summon your inner nerd. And remember:
You’re not alone. You’re an Original Geek.

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🎙️ Original Geek — Gen X geek culture from people who lived it.
Hosted by Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw.

🔔 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube
🌐 originalgeekpodcast.com
📬 [email protected]
📱 @OriginalGeekPodcast on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook
...more
2min
July 27, 2025 The Internet Used to Be Slow, Weird, and Better Than This | Original Geek | S1E04
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The internet didn’t start as an algorithmic addiction machine. It started slow, chaotic, and a little dangerous.
In this episode, we rewind to the early days of dial-up, AOL chat rooms, LimeWire, message boards, and online gaming — and trace how the internet reshaped geek culture for better and worse.
We examine anonymity, creativity, trolling, and how the web went from refuge to overload.
Topics include: internet history, early online culture, dial-up internet, geek communities, online gaming, modern social media.

🎙️ Original Geek — Gen X geek culture from people who lived it.
Hosted by Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw.

🔔 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube
🌐 originalgeekpodcast.com
📬 [email protected]
📱 @OriginalGeekPodcast on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook
...more
52min
July 21, 2025 Star Wars vs Star Trek: One of Them Had to Win | Original Geek | S1E03
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For decades, geeks have argued over lightsabers vs phasers, optimism vs philosophy, fantasy vs science fiction.
In this episode, we put Star Wars and Star Trek on trial. We explore what each franchise represents, how they shaped geek identity, and why the debate refuses to die. We also discuss modern entries, fandom toxicity, and whether Galaxy Quest somehow understood fans better than either franchise.
No gatekeeping. Just perspective, sarcasm, and sci-fi truth.
Topics include: Star Wars, Star Trek, sci-fi fandom, geek debates, pop culture history, fandom identity.
🎙️ Original Geek — Gen X geek culture from people who lived it.
Hosted by Steve Scarfo and Jeff Shaw.

🔔 Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or YouTube
🌐 originalgeekpodcast.com
📬 [email protected]
📱 @OriginalGeekPodcast on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Facebook
...more
52min

FAQs about Original Geek:

How many episodes does Original Geek have?

The podcast currently has 52 episodes available.