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We go full '90s nostalgia in this latest Two Geeks episode, as we look back at the Mighty Max toys!

From the various (and tiny) versions of the Mighty Max playsets to its surprisingly dark cartoon TV series, we remember a much simpler time for kids in the early '90s.

We also discuss:

• Was Max's dad somewhat irresponsible?
• Max's origins in Polly Pocket
• Morgan's 'enormous head'
• Why Tom threw away all his toys
• The harrowing TV finale episode
• Do you remember the Spruce Moose episode of The Simpsons?

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It's time to start... running!

This episode, we’re hurtling – in our metaphorical rocket-sleds – back to 1987 for a retrospective of dystopian action flick The Running Man, starring Arnold Schwarzenegger.

And yes, Tom hasn't seen it.

We discuss:

• The bizarre chart history of Crazy Frog (There's a link, trust us)
• The brilliance of soundtrack kings John Parr and Kenny Loggins
• How Tom didn't realise Arnie said 'I'll be back' in multiple films
• Morgan's favourite movie one-liner of all time
• When Morgan met The Rock
• Tom Jones' excellent performance in Mars Attacks
• The awkward fan question at An Audience with Arnie

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"When Eric eats a banana..."

For this episode, Tom teaches Morgan all about a very British superhero, Eric Wimp aka Bananaman!

From his Nutty magazine beginnings to its potential movie spinoff, we delve into the history of the loveable, if rather inept at times, Bananaman.

Surprised that TV the episodes were only 5 minutes long, we also rewatch and react to the first episode.

We discuss:

• Who's better? Superman or Bananaman?
• Who the heck was Peter Pest?
• Where does Superman hide his cape?
• Who knew crows liked bananas?
• Was Bill Oddie a naturist or a naturalist?

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We don't need another beer-o...

For this episode, Morgan teaches Tom all about the history of the Mad Max film franchise, starting with 1979's Mad Max starring Mel Gibson, and continuing to 2024's latest instalment.

From surprising music influences to dodgy American dubs, this franchise has had it all over the past few decades.

We also discuss:

• Mel Gibson's surprising age in What Women Want
• The 'other' Brian May
• Why didn't Eminem act again?
• Mad Max's bizarre timeline
• Our brand new FACT SMASH jingle(s)!

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Just one more thing...

For this episode, Tom teaches Morgan about possibly the world's greatest TV detective: Columbo, played by the brilliant Peter Falk.

We look back at the history of the iconic American TV cop show, its epic origins and surprising facts.

We also discuss:

• The incredible lineup of guest stars from Dick Van Dyke to Johnny Cash
• How do YOU say 'Murder, She Wrote'?
• Can Morgan do a good Peter Falk impression?
• Why Columbo didn't get a proper ending
• What is his first name?

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In a time before the MCU, before X-Men, before even Blade, it was the mid-90s. Comic book adaptations were ropey at best.

One such example at trying to put superheroes on screen was this forgotten TV movie: Generation X.

Based on the Marvel comic of the same name, this X-Men spinoff didn't quite set the world alight. In this episode, Morgan explains why.

We discuss:

• More dodgy accents Don Cheadle would be proud of
• Where did the budget go?
• The brilliance of Sweet Valley High's theme tune
• The strange use of 'Muffin Man' as an insult
• Why Stretch Armstrong is a better superhero than Skin

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You can't have a franchise without a threequel. Yes, following our previous two Freaky Franchises episodes, it's time for a festive edition!

For this year's Two Geeks Christmas special, we're looking back at four festive film series that have gone on far longer than we realised. Whether it's just one sequel too many or a ridiculous number of remakes and adaptations, it's time to delve into the bonkers world of Christmas movie franchises.

Here, we tackle: Jingle All the Way, The Santa Clause, Miracle on 34th Street and It's a Wonderful Life.

We also discuss:

• Larry the Cable Guy's franchise killing exploits
• The Santa death rules of The Santa Clause
• Would we give money to George Bailey?
• The brilliance of Hallmark Christmas movies

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You're either in or you're out...

For this episode, we travel to Las Vegas 2001 and the heist of the century, as we discuss the excellent movie Ocean's Eleven. Starring George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Julia Roberts and Matt Damon among many others, this was one of the biggest films of the 2000s, and still holds up today.

We also discuss:

• The not-so-great sequels, including Julia Roberts as Tess as Julia Roberts
• Don Cheadle's awful British accent
• What if the Frat Pack did Ocean's 11 instead of the Rat Pack?
• Clooney or Pitt?
• Was Terry Benedict all that bad?
• Brad Pitt's eating challenge
• The greatest comedy scene in cinema history starring Elliott Gould

Clips used:

• Ocean's Eleven (Warner Bros)
• Ocean's Twelve (Warner Bros)
• Ocean's 11 (1960) (Warner Bros)

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The Two Geeks are here to "bring something back" from the archives, as we look back at the Quatermass franchise.

Morgan teaches Tom all about the classic British sci-fi series, including its various versions, adaptations, sequels and casts.

We also discuss:

• How Tom thought a 'quatermass' was a scientific thing rather than a bloke's name
• Can nuns watch TV?
• The annoyance of not recording telly back in the '50s
• The ballad of Brian Donlevy
• David Tennant's other doctor

Clips used:

• The Quatermass Experiment (1953)
• Quatermass II (1955)
• Quatermass and the Pit (1958)
• Quatermass (1979)
• The Quatermass Experiment (2005)
• The Quatermass Xperiment (1955)
• Quatermass 2 (1957)
• Quatermass and the Pit (1967)

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Have you ever, ever felt like this?

Yes, we're heading back to the '90s once more as we remember the legendary Australian children's TV show, Round the Twist!

As well as the iconic theme tune, we discuss the show's many cast changes, its quirky (and questionable) supernatural storylines and much more.

We also talk about:

• Why was there never a single of the theme tune?
• Feeling sorry for poor Bronson
• Is Pete a sexual deviant?
• Why were the cabbage people so angry?
• Did Bronson really meet Prince Harry in a London nightclub?

Clips used:

• Round the Twist (ACTF)
• Round the Twist (Jesse Bloch remix)
• Chelsea Manor - Round the Twist

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