The Geek Watch Podcast

On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the nominations for the 2026 Academy Award, specifically "Sinners", which garnered a record sixteen nominations, and "Wicked: For Good", which was surprisingly snubbed and received not one nomination. Then, the conversation moves to upcoming movies and television shows, some issues with what has been released so far, and Brian's solution to what has become less than optimum showings from Hollywood.

On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the potential sale of Warner Brothers to Netflix and the implications for movie theater releases. They explore the new seasons of popular shows like 'Legend of Vox Machina,' and 'The Mighty Nein,' as well as the upcoming 'Welcome to Derry' prequel series. They also touch on the latest 'Doctor Who' spin-off and its delayed release in the US. The conversation covers the leaked 'Doomsday' trailer, the excitement surrounding 'Supergirl,' and fears around Paramount's hostile takeover attempt. Finally, they reflect on the abundance of quality geek TV and the challenges of keeping up with it all. The episode wraps up with thoughts on the uncertain future of streaming services and what it means for geek culture.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

01:02 Warner Brothers and Netflix Deal

02:15 Amazon's Mighty Nine and HBO's Welcome to Derry

04:49 The War Between Land and Sea, but not for the US...

05:16 Disney's Delays and Leaks

10:23 James Gunn's Influence on DC

11:56 Hollywood's Current State and Future

15:37 Conclusion and Farewell

On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the potential end of Funko Pops due to financial difficulties and the complexities of their business model. They also dive into a review of the first episode of 'The Mighty Nein' on Amazon Prime, highlighting its darker tone and differences from 'The Legend of Vox Machina'. The episode concludes with an in-depth (but spoiler free) review of 'Wicked For Good', the sequel to the musical film 'Wicked', pointing out its emotional depth, changes from the original narrative, and why it may challenge movie critics.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:38 Funko Pops: A Deep Dive into Geek Culture

02:39 The Business Struggles of Funko Pops

06:59 Television Talk: The Mighty Nein and Vox Machina

10:30 Movie Review: Wicked For Good

26:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the impending departure of Doctor Who from Disney+ and speculate on its future broadcast options. They also chat about new trailers for the film adaptation of 'Wicked' and Guillermo del Toro's upcoming 'Frankenstein.' There's exciting sequel news for classics like 'The Mummy' and 'Practical Magic.' Additionally, they touch on Marvel's latest Avengers update, as well as Critical Role's new campaign.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:37 New Trailers and Upcoming Movies

01:38 Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein and Hellboy 3

02:46 Sequel News and Hollywood Trends

03:09 Marvel's New Avengers Movie and Patrick Stewart's Retirement

05:44 Critical Role Campaign Four

07:31 Doctor Who Leaving Disney+

08:09 Speculations on Doctor Who's Future

18:10 Conclusion and Farewell

On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the latest trailers from Comic-Con, including new Marvel shows like 'Wonder Man' and 'Vision Quest'. They explore the shift in audience interest from nostalgic Gen X and Millennials to Gen Z and Gen Alpha and the challenges it poses for the entertainment industry. The duo also delves into AMC's new season of 'Interview with the Vampire' and the potential pitfalls of lore-heavy shows like 'Mayfair Witches.' Furthermore, they discuss the growing influence of AI in entertainment, from interactive movie experiences like the Vegas Sphere to AI Dungeon Masters in Dungeons & Dragons. The conversation touches on the importance of human creativity in storytelling and the need for fresh, engaging content in today's market.

00:00 Introduction to Geek Watch Podcast

00:40 Comic-Con Highlights and Marvel Trailers

01:38 Marvel's Future and Audience Nostalgia

03:47 New York Comic Con Announcements

04:36 The Role of Lore in TV Shows

10:33 The Sphere and Immersive Movie Experiences

12:34 AI in Entertainment and Dungeons & Dragons

14:53 The Importance of Human Creativity

17:03 Critical Role and D&D Romance

20:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the 50th anniversary of the Rocky Horror Picture Show and its impact on their lives. Brian shares his personal journey of growing up neurodivergent, struggling with acceptance, and finding his tribe through the Rocky Horror community. They also touch on Peacemaker (no spoilers) and the trouble it caused for Fortnite, along with upcoming Halloween events and spooky decor. The episode reflects on how geek culture can be more than just entertainment, creating bonds and communities around shared passions.

00:00 Introduction to the Geek Watch Podcast

00:43 Peacemaker and Fortnite Crossover

04:13 Halloween Season Preparations

07:20 Rocky Horror Picture Show 50th Anniversary

11:11 Personal Reflections and High School Memories

16:14 Unreliable Narrators and Literary Influences

17:20 Rocky Horror Picture Show Soundtrack

18:17 Leaving Seminary and Finding Direction

20:12 Brian's First Rocky Horror Picture Show Experience

22:27 Joining the Rocky Horror Community

24:01 Discovering a New Tribe

27:06 Impact on Personal and Professional Life

27:51 Embracing Imperfection and Impermanence

28:44 Final Thoughts and Geek Culture Reflections

On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy review a football-themed horror movie involving Marlon Wayans, dissect the marketing mishaps around its promotion as a Jordan Peele film, and explore its themes and execution. They also discuss the final trailer of 'Wicked: Part Two' and its anticipated emotional impact. The episode further covers upcoming Marvel and DC releases, along with a candid discourse about the infiltration of politics into geek culture and a call to keep their podcast a refuge from political debates, focusing instead on the joy of geeky interests.

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:41 Movie Review: HIM - A Horror Twist on Football

08:50 Final Trailer for Wicked Part Two

12:38 Marvel Zombies and Peacemaker

12:49 The Role of Politics in Geek Culture

15:58 Conclusion and Sign-Off

On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy delve into the news about Daggerheart, the latest announcements for Campaign Four or Critical Role, and the strange controversies surrounding the announcement they would be using Dungeons & Dragons 2024. They discuss Brennan Lee Mulligan's ambitious plans for a Western Marches style campaign, with three different groups of players and the intricacies involved in running such a massive and interconnected campaign. The podcast also touches upon Brian's first time running a Session Zero for Daggerheat, the excitement of creating characters in Daggerheart, and impressions of the first episodes of the new Peacemaker season.

00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:39 Critical Role's Campaign Four Announcement

01:10 Western Marches Campaign Structure

02:50 Challenges and Intricacies of the New Campaign

06:47 Controversy Over Game Choice

15:27 Session Zero Experience

21:52 Peacemaker Season 2 Discussion

23:08 Future of DC and Marvel

23:40 Conclusion and Sign-Off

On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the latest announcements regarding Season Four of Critical Role, including Matt Mercer's new role as a player with Brendan Lee Mulligan as the Dungeon Master. They also dive into recent developments such as the anticipated Peacemaker Season Two, and new TV releases like 'Eyes of Wakanda' and 'Alien.' But they definitely don't discuss the disappointing 'War of the Worlds' movie on Amazon, because who has time for that?

00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview

00:45 DEFINITELY NOT A War of the Worlds Movie Review

04:51 Critical Role Season Four Announcement

08:50 Brennan Lee Mulligan Joins Critical Role

14:27 Upcoming TV Shows and Movies

18:02 Conclusion and Sign-Off

BONUS MATERIAL:

Addams Family Bullsh*t | Age of Umbra: https://youtube.com/shorts/trIdELqs0WU?si=pKEPvsyog1SubGoh

Nope Nope Nope | Age of Umbra: https://youtube.com/shorts/gKk9YWu81sE?si=-hDIoobt2QIlelks

Brennan Lee Mulligan's "Yes Or No?" Monologue | Game Changer Animated: https://youtu.be/qfMrLeQUBJk?si=UkeYBZIwa3G-kUL7

On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the highlights from San Diego ComicCon 2025 with notable absences and television-centric discussions. They delve into the standout cosplay, especially the impressive Galactus. They shift focus to the buzz around the new tabletop RPG, Daggerheart, examining its features and community impact. Finally, they review the optimistic and heartwarming approaches in the latest Superman and Fantastic Four movies, emphasizing the trend towards light-hearted superhero films and fostering collaboration between Marvel and DC.

00:00 Opening

00:42 Halloween Season Kicks Off

01:22 San Diego Comic-Con Highlights

02:32 Television Takes Center Stage

03:04 Doctor Who and The Sandman Updates

04:36 Lucifer and CW Crossovers

06:10 Daggerheart Excitement

07:58 Daggerheart Features and Community

14:08 Challenges for Wizards of the Coast

16:53 Superman and Fantastic Four Movie Reviews

20:31 The Hopeful Future of Superhero Movies

22:20 Peacemaker and Upcoming Releases

23:22 Conclusion and Farewell