Geek in the City
223 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 62 ratingsMixing pop culture news, reviews, and socially biting commentary with mildly amusing entertainment.
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Issue 593 – The Looney & The Walker
April 15, 2021 18:23 - 64.6 MBKaebel and Aaron fly on their own and immediately go off the rails with Looney Toons talk. But, they do eventually get to their thoughts on E4 of The Falcon and the Winter Solider. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct … Continue reading Issue 593 – The Looney & The Walker →
Issue 592 – All the Trek!
April 07, 2021 19:35 - 66.7 MBThe gang celebrate First Contact Day as they talk about all the new Star Trek news that came down the pipe! Then, their next review of The Falcon and the Winter Solider. All that talking about toxic fandom and why normal shouldn’t come back. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song … Continue reading Issue 592 – All the Trek! →
Issue 591 – Falcons, Soldiers, & Bards Oh My!
March 31, 2021 18:59 - 75.6 MBEda & Greg return for the next Building Character, focusing on the Bard! Then, a chat about episode 2 of of The Falcon and the Winter Solider. But first, a discussion about the future of comic cons. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City … Continue reading Issue 591 – Falcons, Soldiers, & Bards Oh My! →
Issue 590 – The Adventure Zone Board Game!
March 24, 2021 19:43 - 61.7 MBThe gang welcome Keith Baker and Jenn Ellis of Twogether Studios to talk about their partnership with The McElroy Family in creating The Adventure Zone: Bureau of Balance Game. Then, we chat a bit about The Falcon and the Winter Solider. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support … Continue reading Issue 590 – The Adventure Zone Board Game! →
Issue 589 – Coyote & Crow RPG
March 17, 2021 18:28 - 62.5 MBThis week we have a fantastic conversation with Conner Alexander, the creator and one of the writers for the Coyote & Crow RPG. Currently kicking butt on Kickstarter. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue 589 HERE.mp3 or Stream:
Issue 588 – Goodbye Westview
March 10, 2021 19:22 - 63.7 MBWe have our final discussion on WandaVision and its impact. But first, a quick review on Coming 2 America and writing a movie about drunken Canadian bear beer thefts. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue 588 HERE.mp3 or … Continue reading Issue 588 – Goodbye Westview →
Issue 587 – What About Agnes
March 04, 2021 02:29 - 71.2 MBThe gang reviews the penultimate episode of WandaVision, enjoy some local sweets from Honey Mama’s, and give thoughts on Ta Nehisi Coates writing Superman. But first, Norm from Texas pops on to give the news a human face. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the … Continue reading Issue 587 – What About Agnes →
Issue 586 – Double the Vision
February 24, 2021 21:43 - 67.7 MBMissing a week the crew makes up for it with a double WandaVision recap and review. But first, a side trek into the soon to arrive Demiplane of Dread! – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue 586 HERE.mp3 or … Continue reading Issue 586 – Double the Vision →
Issue 585 – Women in Horror Month 2021
February 10, 2021 19:45 - 60.3 MBGreetings Programs! Women in Horror Month returns as the gang revisits the unjustly maligned Jennifer’s Body from 2009. Then, a conversation on episode 5 of WandaVision and all the weirdness that means. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue … Continue reading Issue 585 – Women in Horror Month 2021 →
Issue 584 – Talking Nightwing with Andrew & Nicola
February 03, 2021 19:22 - 59.9 MBGreetings Programs! This week the crew have a conversation with Andrew Constant and Nicola Scott about their new DC book Future State – Nightwing! Then, recap and review of WandaVision episode 4 – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue … Continue reading Issue 584 – Talking Nightwing with Andrew & Nicola →
Issue 583 – The Paladin & The Twins
January 27, 2021 19:13 - 71.9 MBThe crew chat on WandaVision episode 3 and what the twins might mean. But first, a deep dive into the Paladin with Building Character. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue 583 HERE.mp3 or Stream:
Issue 582 – WandaVision Begins
January 20, 2021 23:57 - 78.8 MBReverend Nat returns to geek out over Amazon’s Lord of the Rings series and not cider. Then, Aaron, Denise, and Kaebel give their thoughts on WandaVision episodes 1 and 2. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue 582 HERE.mp3 … Continue reading Issue 582 – WandaVision Begins →
Issue 581 – Balance in a Pandemic
January 13, 2021 18:51 - 73.2 MBThe gang chats with Carolyn of Crush it with Carolyn to talk about staying healthy while stuck at home and how to be kind to yourself. Then, we give our thoughts on the final episodes of Star Trek Discovery. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in … Continue reading Issue 581 – Balance in a Pandemic →
Issue 580 – New Year & WW84 Review
January 06, 2021 19:37 - 63.3 MBThey kick-off 2021 with thoughts on WW84 and an on brand audio goof. Plus, chatting about a potential change in the ever evolving DCEU. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue 580 HERE.mp3 or Stream:
Issue 579 – A 2020 Gathering
December 31, 2020 20:15 - 55.9 MBGreetings programs! This week the gang says goodbye to 2020 and some longtime listeners (virtually) join in. Be safe and a huge thank you from everyone at Geek in the City Radio. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue … Continue reading Issue 579 – A 2020 Gathering →
Issue 578 – The Jedi & The Guardian
December 23, 2020 19:30 - 79.5 MBWith the holiday season in full swing, the crew exchange gifts to lovely and hilarious results. Then, a deep nerdy dive into Star Trek Discovery Terra Firma parts 1 & 2, plus that massive Mandalorian season finale. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City … Continue reading Issue 578 – The Jedi & The Guardian →
Issue 577 – Talking With David Walker
December 16, 2020 21:35 - 75.2 MBThis week the gang chats with Portland writer David Walker to talk about his pending book The Black Panther Party: A Graphic Novel History, as well as living in the pandemic. Then, a double Mandalorian discussion and… Egg salad sandwiches. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek … Continue reading Issue 577 – Talking With David Walker →
Interview with Noah Averbach-Katz
December 11, 2020 18:34 - 23.1 MBAaron, Denise, and Kaebel sit down and have a conversation with actor Noah Averbach-Katz, currently starring in Star Trek Discovery as the Andorian Ryn. We chat about going from Star Trek fan to Star Trek actor. Plus, discussions on the joy of Dungeons & Dragons, plus all the tea on a certain cat named Grudge. … Continue reading Interview with Noah Averbach-Katz →
Issue 576 – The Year in Nat
December 09, 2020 20:05 - 73.2 MBNat West of Reverend Nat’s Hard Cider pops in to talk new location fun and gets extra nerdy on The Lord of the Rings, or LotR as the loyal call it. Then, the gang discuss expanding worlds from beloved book series. All that and the ongoing hatred for Ted Wheeler. – Guardian Games – Asylum … Continue reading Issue 576 – The Year in Nat →
Issue 575 – 2 Stars 2 Talking
December 03, 2020 19:38 - 75.2 MBThe crew returns after a Thanksgiving break to talk about not one, but two episodes of Star Trek Discovery and The Mandalorian. Then, Denise and Kaebel dive into the opening of Avatar – The Last Airbender. But first, weird conversations about mutant powers. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by … Continue reading Issue 575 – 2 Stars 2 Talking →
Issue 574 – Cauldron of Sci-Fi
November 18, 2020 22:56After some needed venting, the gang jumps into Star Talking with thoughts on Star Trek Discovery S3E5 – Die Trying and The Mandalorian S2E – The Heiress, both with amazing nerd moments. Then, Aaron gives his thoughts on the newest D&D sourcebook – Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City … Continue reading Issue 574 – Cauldron of Sci-Fi →
Issue 573 – Monk’n Around
November 11, 2020 19:47Greg and Lindsay return with another installment of Building Character, focusing on the flurry of blows master of Dungeons and Dragons – The Monk! Then, it’s all about awkward family dynamics in Star Talking as the gang discusses both The Mandalorian and Star Trek Discovery. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – … Continue reading Issue 573 – Monk’n Around →
Issue 572 – Frenemies
November 04, 2020 19:42 - 66.6 MBA call in the chaos as the crew chat with Monty Nero and Yishan Li about their Kickstarter Comic – Frenemies: The Lost Planet. What inspired the book and what brought them together. Then, we kick off Star Talking with a discussion on both Star Trek Discovery and The Mandalorian. – Guardian Games – Asylum … Continue reading Issue 572 – Frenemies →
Issue 571 – Creepy Trek 4 – Impulse
October 28, 2020 17:38 - 58.1 MBThe final Trekober brings the crew to Enterprise as Star Trek attempts to do zombies! Does it work or does Enterprise do what it does best? Plus, we give our thoughts on Star Trek Discovery S3 E2, Far From Home. – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Song by Megathruster Support Geek … Continue reading Issue 571 – Creepy Trek 4 – Impulse →
Issue 570 – Creepy Trek 3 – Empok Nor
October 21, 2020 18:42 - 60.3 MBHorror finds its way to Deep Space Nine as the gang watch and comment on Empok Nor. Is this the episode that proves Trek can do a full turn to horror? Then, they give their thoughts on Star Trek Discovery Season 3, Episode 1 – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – … Continue reading Issue 570 – Creepy Trek 3 – Empok Nor →
Issue 569 – Creepy Trek 2 – Schisms
October 14, 2020 18:58 - 52.2 MBWe take the fear into the Next Generation with the season 6 episode – Schisms. How well does Star Trek build dread? How many logic leaps can the holodeck computer make? All that a lovely thanks to the season final of Lower Decks – No Small Roles. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games … Continue reading Issue 569 – Creepy Trek 2 – Schisms →
Issue 568 – Creepy Star Trek – Wolf in the Fold
October 07, 2020 21:05 - 54 MBTrektober kicks off with the classic TOS episode – Wolf in the Fold. Tune in to our commentary to learn if we think this is one of the creepier or more sexist issues of Star Trek. (Spoilers… why not both)? At then end, some chatting of Star Wars Rebels. It’s all star all the time. … Continue reading Issue 568 – Creepy Star Trek – Wolf in the Fold →
Issue 567 – Wear Your Fandom
September 30, 2020 21:02 - 61.4 MBThis week, the gang have a chat with Willow & David of Volante Design about crafting fandom inspired clothes and their newest release on October 1. Then, we chat about The Clone Wars impact on Star Wars and The Craft: Legacy trailer. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City … Continue reading Issue 567 – Wear Your Fandom →
Issue 566 – Let the Creepy Begin!
September 23, 2020 18:20 - 64 MBWe kick off the show with our special October commentary series. Then, fall down the rabbit hole of Hero Quest and GI Joe! Finally, how we prep for the season and nerd out over werewolves. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song … Continue reading Issue 566 – Let the Creepy Begin! →
Issue 565 – The Return with The Mandalorian
September 16, 2020 17:46The gang returns and the world went to hell, or at least the West Coast. We still have fun talking Lego, The Mandalorian S2 trailer, and a serious chat about Mulan. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song by Megathruster Support Geek … Continue reading Issue 565 – The Return with The Mandalorian →
Issue 564 – The Sorcerer!
September 02, 2020 19:21 - 66 MBIt’s a Dungeons & Dragons heavy show as we welcome back Greg and Linsday for Building Character, focusing on the natural caster – The Sorcerer! Then, must talk of all the new D&D product coming out, and a special nod to Chadwick Boseman. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge … Continue reading Issue 564 – The Sorcerer! →
Issue 563 – The O.Z. with David Pepose
August 26, 2020 18:44 - 65.1 MBThis week the crew have a conversation with David Pepose about his newest title, The O.Z. and the challenges and rewards of running a Kickstarter and not publishing in the direct market. All that and general comics musings. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s … Continue reading Issue 563 – The O.Z. with David Pepose →
Issue 562 – This Needs a Title
August 19, 2020 18:17 - 61.1 MBThe sleeps catch up with the gang as they take listener questions, but, they don’t forgot to give their thoughts on Lower Decks episode 2 – Envoys. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on … Continue reading Issue 562 – This Needs a Title →
Issue 561 – Designing Violence
August 12, 2020 18:23 - 69.2 MBThe gang chats with Fight Coordinator, or as she calls it, Violence Designer Kristen Mun. She teaches us the dramatic elements to stage combat and designing for the actor. Then, the crew gives their thoughts on Lower Decks episode 1 – Second Contact. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge … Continue reading Issue 561 – Designing Violence →
Issue 560 – Nicola Scott
August 05, 2020 17:57 - 64.1 MBThis week, artist Nicola Scott sits down with the crew and talk about working on Wonder Woman, creating Black Magick with Greg Rucka, and all things witchy! – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on … Continue reading Issue 560 – Nicola Scott →
Issue 559 – Warlocks!
July 29, 2020 18:44 - 66.3 MBWe welcome back Building Character to dive into the Warlock! But first, Kaebel gives a quick unboxing and review of Betrayal at Mystery Mansion – The stand alone Scooby Doo Betrayal at the House on the Hill game. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s … Continue reading Issue 559 – Warlocks! →
Issue 558 – TALKING WITH JOE ILLIDGE
July 22, 2020 23:29 - 65.6 MBGuest Joe Illidge sits down with the crew this week to talk all things comics. How to fight for diverse stories and people, as well as his plans for Heavy Metal magazine. Plus, Denise gives a short review of Black Stars Above – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City … Continue reading Issue 558 – TALKING WITH JOE ILLIDGE →
ISSUE 557 – CHATTING OLD GUARD WITH GREG RUCKA
July 15, 2020 18:30 - 66.3 MBOur friend, Greg Rucka sits down with us to talk all things The Old Guard, streaming now on Netflix. The path from idea, to comic, to film. There are spoilers, consider yourself warned. Enjoy! – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song by … Continue reading ISSUE 557 – CHATTING OLD GUARD WITH GREG RUCKA →
Issue 556 – Night of 1000 Tepaches
July 10, 2020 03:36 - 81.5 MBJust like the title says. The gang sits with Reverend Nat and they take in A Night of 1,000 Tepaches. And, we yell at Ted Wheeler, who sucks. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City … Continue reading Issue 556 – Night of 1000 Tepaches →
issue 555 – Fun with reboots
July 02, 2020 22:21 - 69 MBThe gang lets off some steam and in doing so, talks about shows they’d have fun giving a reboot or sequelize. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue 555 HERE.mp3 … Continue reading issue 555 – Fun with reboots →
Issue 554 – Pressing for Justice
June 24, 2020 22:59 - 74.3 MBNat West of Reverend Nat’s Hard Cider sits down with us to talk about steps he and others in the brewing community are taking to help the Black Lives Matter movement and the Black Resilience Fund. Then, we keep pushing on holding men accountable in comics, games, fandom, and you know… The world. – Geek … Continue reading Issue 554 – Pressing for Justice →
Issue 553 – Nerding out
June 18, 2020 16:20 - 61.7 MBThe gang sits down with Mitch Gillan of The Nerd Out to talk about the future of his friendly geek-themed restaurant. Then, Aaron speaks about the passing of Denny O’Neil and the crew dive back into dealing with predators in comics. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics … Continue reading Issue 553 – Nerding out →
Issue 552 – Chatting with mimi Chan
June 10, 2020 21:24 - 51.5 MBThis week we sit down with Mimi Chan of the Culture Chat Podcast to talk about keeping diversity in all forms of pop culture, and why authentic voices make for better stories. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song by Megathruster Support … Continue reading Issue 552 – Chatting with mimi Chan →
Issue 551 – We Talk
June 03, 2020 16:31 - 61.5 MBDenise and Aaron have a conversation with Sean Wynn. This isn’t the usual show, but one we needed to do. Support the Black Resilience Fund. Direct download Issue 551 HERE.mp3 or Stream:
Issue 550 – Oakley & Stargirl
May 28, 2020 16:53 - 55.1 MBWe’re joined by writer and fantastic food review Bill Oakley to discuss the ultimate quarantine hot dog. Then, the gang does their best to review Stargirl on the CW, but Aaron is distracted far too easily. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – … Continue reading Issue 550 – Oakley & Stargirl →
Issue 549 – free bean!
May 20, 2020 18:47 - 53.4 MBFrom our new day, Tuesday, comes tales of a free Bean! Then, we dream about S2 of The Mandalorian. Finally, getting back to comics with a review of Dungeons & Dragons: Infernal Tides! – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song by Megathruster … Continue reading Issue 549 – free bean! →
Issue 548 – Rucka Returns
May 14, 2020 20:11 - 52.1 MBWe sit down and have a chat with Greg Rucka, talking about The Old Guard, Stumptown, and how we can all come together during the lock down. All that some general good geek times. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song by … Continue reading Issue 548 – Rucka Returns →
Issue 547 – Storied and Scandalous Portland
May 07, 2020 18:02 - 55.2 MBThe crew welcomes to author Joe Streckert to talk about his first book – Storied and Scandalous Portland, Oregon: A History of Gambling, Vice, Wits, and Wagers. Snag your copy at Powells. Plus, why anthropomorphic animals can be sexy. No, really. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics … Continue reading Issue 547 – Storied and Scandalous Portland →
Issue 546 – Comics & Rangers
April 30, 2020 18:37 - 56.9 MBAKA – Let Them Have Butts! We have a conversation on how comics will recover during and after Covid-19. And then, Greg and Lindsay return for Building Character with the Ranger! All that and yes, butts. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – … Continue reading Issue 546 – Comics & Rangers →
ISSUE 545 – Anime & ama
April 23, 2020 18:46 - 58.4 MBWe launch an Ask Me Anything episode with our live listeners, but first, a trip down anime and cartoon lane. – Geek in the City Comics – Guardian Games – Asylum – Bridge City Comics – Buy Aaron’s Books – Song by Megathruster Support Geek in the City on Patreon Direct download Issue 545 HERE.mp3 or … Continue reading ISSUE 545 – Anime & ama →