Stay Cool, Geek

In which Kurt and Kelly try to make sense out of the Fantastic Four mess, while still maintaining optimism for the future of Josh Trank. Theatergoers need to understand what a buffer is, and Kurt drops a fashion opinion which threatens to dismantle the entire fabric of the Stay Cool Geek community. That, plus Ghostbusters, X-Men, and Halloween Horror Nights news.

In which Kurt and Kelly mourn the loss of the icon Rowdy Roddy Piper. The guys also dig deep while discussing the balance of criticism with positivity, while still trying to retain an authentic voice. It seems it's time to move on from Tron, and Kurt also tries to move on from an uncomfortable conversation. That plus Wonder Woman and Pez news!

In which Kurt and Kelly compare the Mission Impossible franchise to the James Bond and Jason Bourne films. They also discuss whether this summer movie season was a letdown, the allure of Fear the Walking Dead, and Kelly's run-in with a Starbucks barista. Kurt also announces a new side project and how garage sale hunting plays into it. Finally, the candy bar debate heats up.

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Mission Impossible: Rogue Nation TRAILER.

Fear the Walking Dead TRAILER.

James Bond Spectre TRAILER.

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Matt Damon is back as JASON BOURNE.

Benicio Del Toro in Star Wars?

Russel Crowe in Skull Island?

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In which Kurt and Kelly discuss whether Ant-Man was more enjoyable than Avengers Age of Ulton, best and worst candy bars, and just why in the hell Kurt would take his in-laws to see Amy Schumer's new film Trainwreck. Kelly also crashes the set of Batman v Superman, and Kurt struggles to understand the modern-day hoarder.

In which Kurt & Kelly discuss the fallout from Comic-Con 2015. Specifically, why certain people like to hate on DC, and how that affected their feelings on both the Suicide Squad and BatmanVSuperman trailers. The guys also get sentimental when talking about the new Star Wars video, and why that film matters more than others. Finally, the sprinkler situation gets dicey, and Kurt tries to make amends for last week's podcast dismissal. 

In which Kurt and Kelly discuss emerging movie theater technologies and the ways theaters attempt to bring in audiences. The guys also run down the John Hughes characters they'd like to see in the new Spider-Man film, while also shaking their heads in disbelief that Rampage the video game is becoming a movie. That plus U2 concert reflections, and the ways in which The Walking Dead is messing with Kurt's head.

In which Kurt and Kelly ponder the question, “Why aren't people like them compelled to go see Mad Max?" Kurt also gives a report on all things happening at Disneyland for their 60th Anniversary. Paint the Night Parade! Disneyland Forever Fireworks! The Matterhorn Yeti and the Hendersons! And most importantly, the Hatbox Ghost returns to his rightful place in the Haunted Mansion. The Tom Hanks challenge has been answered, and the guys give their answer ... plus, one uber-listener has the chance to alter the Kelly Dolan Game of Thrones discussion ... forever.

In which Kurt and Kelly explore the success of Jurassic World – what made it the #1 box office opening of all-time? Where does the storyline go from here? And did the guys actually like the movie? Plus, Game of Thrones has shocked the world yet again, and Kurt starts to ponder its place in television history. All this, The Martian, and some new cast members join Star Wars Rogue One and Doctor Strange.

In which Kurt and Kelly break down the unfair comparisons of Daredevil to The Flash, and why they think one show took bigger risks and thus deserves more praise. They also talk Punisher casting, Ghostbusters casting, and why they might be more excited now to see the new Terminator. Kurt also reminisces about the 2004 Entourage version of himself, and also a recent parental visit. The Babadook gets its long overdue review and finally, we honor Christopher Lee. It's late, but it's here!

In which Kurt and Kelly try to deduce what is considered Games of Thrones source material moving forward, because the answer certainly isn't as clear as it sounds. The guys also discuss Kurt's recent rabbit hole viewing of The Walking Dead, and how he has come to realize both he and Kelly will die quickly in the ensuing zombie apocalypse. Plus – sequel news for both Tron and World War Z. Get in and stay cool!