Stay Cool, Geek

SPOILERS: In which Kurt and Kelly discuss The Force Awakens in grand detail. How they saw it. What stood out. What they liked. What responses do they have for the criticisms? Where does the series go? How do we stay cool? All of it. It's all Star Wars, all show long.

In which Kurt and Kelly discover that some of the hardcore X-Men fans aren't exactly thrilled with the film interpretations of their characters. The guys also discuss Bebop and Rocksteady coming to the screen, whether or not the new Star Trek trailer is something to get excited about, and the future of the Independence Day franchise. Yes, it apparently involves a grizzled Bill Pullman. Finally, The Force Awakens is almost here, which means our final toy reflection piece from Harold Sipe and just exactly how the fellas are planning on seeing the movie.

In which Kurt returns to dissect the new Batman v Superman trailer, and points out the one beacon of bat-symbol light to stay optimistic on. The guys also compare Civil War to Batman v Superman, and try to project where this will all land. Kurt responds to prequel revisionist history, and Kelly doles out some Coldplay excitement. Finally, the guys discuss Man in the High Castle, and how challenging material can sometimes prove to be the most compelling. And yes, the wonderful Harold Sipe shares yet another Star Wars toy memory.

In which Kelly Dolan and guest co-host Gabriel Guyer discuss the new trailer for Captain America: Civil War, a Universal Monsters shared universe, and Ridley Scott's planned Alien prequel trilogy. Plus, the guys discuss what might have been had Ron Howard, Steven Spielberg or Robert Zemeckis directed Star Wars Episode I, and NOT the movies they directed during that same time period.

In which Kurt and Kelly explore the various space-themed projects making the rounds in Hollywood. Are spacemen about to replace super-heroes as the favorite trend? And if so, what does Jessica Jones have to say about it? Harold Sipe adds another toy memory to the file, and the guys go deep on George Lucas and his recent Star Wars comments regarding stifling creativity. Plus, Lost in Space gets a reboot and is the next cult sci-fi chase film headed our way?

In which guest co-host Jahblahblahblah finally joins the podcast to talk about two of the most interesting DC films that never got made- Tim Burton's "Superman Lives" & George Miller's "Justice League Mortal." The guys break down the good, the bad, the weird, and the unknown with each film, and ultimately come to some surprising conclusions as to their own personal interest in each film. They also talk Gambit film excitement and just where and when the Lego toy explosion happened. Finally, Harold Sipe delivers his first Star Wars toy reflection.

James Bond superfan Gabriel Guyer sits down to discuss the history of Bond with a somewhat clueless Kurt. TOPICS COVERED- What is the appeal of James Bond? Who was the best Bond? Is Bond dated? What were the best set of Bond films? is Roger Moore gaining in love from the Bond fans? Does Bond's new Batman-esque backstory enhance or hurt the mythos of 007? What makes a great Bond theme song? And most importantly, how does Spectre measure up to both the Daniel Craig universe and the larger Bond one? Oh yeah, and LAZENBY TALK! LAZENBY!

In which Kelly and Kurt finally watch the Project Greenlight film The Leisure Class, which spawns a frank conversation about Kelly Dolan's own creative pursuits. The guys also break down the new World of Warcraft trailer, the Walking Dead's latest reveal, and the huge 20th Century Fox theme park news. Finally, the latest SCG contributor is revealed, and it involves a man and his toys! 

In which Kurt and Kelly finally relent and talk about Star Wars. The guys also discuss the new Star Trek TV series, the evolution of The Walking Dead, and why this year's Halloween festivities were sort of ho-hum for the guys. Also, Project Greenlight wraps up and the guys come to some challenging conclusions. Finally, they talk whether or not a new Indiana Jones starring Harrison Ford is a good thing.

In which Kurt and Kelly discuss the new film Steve Jobs, and whether it has Oscar gold in its sights. Of course, The Force Awakens and its final trailer looms large over this week's episode, and the guys have some surprising reactions. Kurt also battles a lawn beast, and Dr. Gangrene returns with some funny family friendly Halloween pics. Finally, Project Greenlight recaps continue.