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Geek Vs - A Pop Culture Comedy podcast

79 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 5 years ago - ★★★★ - 41 ratings

Things are about to get weird when Tony, Casey, and Betty get together weekly to provide a “nerd’s eye view of pop culture.”  These only children get silly as they chat and improv about movies, television, and all things pop culture. If you like comedy podcasts with a geeky twist, you should check out Geek Vs - A Pop Culture Comedy podcast. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

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A new podcast from a co-creator of Geek Vs

March 25, 2020 00:39 - 1 minute - 696 KB

Hey Everybody - Tony P here from the Geek Vs podcast, and I wanted to let you know about a new show that may interest you.  It's called Tony P. Oddcast and you can find it here:  https://anchor.fm/tonypoddcast --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

So Long, and thanks for all the Peeps

June 05, 2019 01:50 - 17 minutes - 8.08 MB

After 5 years the Geek Vs podcast has come to an end.  We can't thank you all enough!!!!!    It's not goodbye, just see you later.  Please keep in touch with us:   Tony  www.tonyphenderson.com https://www.facebook.com/febtwentysixseventynine www.twitter.com/tonyphenderson www.twitch.tv/tonypehderson    Betty  www.instagram.com/thewaybettyis www.twitter.com/darthbetty    Casey  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100007422858806&lst=1407130164%3A100007422858806%3...

Robert Pattinson is Batman

May 22, 2019 04:00 - 8 minutes - 4.11 MB

He’s going from sex symbol to bat symbol. Sources tell Variety that Robert Pattinson is in negotiations to play “The Batman” in Matt Reeves’ forthcoming superhero film, which hits theaters June 25, 2021. While sources say it’s not yet a done deal, Pattinson is the top choice and it’s expected to close shortly. Warner Bros. had no comment. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Pokemon: Detective Pikachu

May 15, 2019 04:00 - 9 minutes - 4.4 MB

On a whim Tony decided to check out Detective Pikachu.  Have no idea what that is?  Neither did he. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Sonic the Hedgehog

May 10, 2019 04:00 - 13 minutes - 7.16 MB

The Sonic the hedgehog trailer is horrible, and we review. Sonic tries to navigate the complexities of life on Earth with his newfound best friend -- a human named Tom Wachowski. They must soon join forces to prevent the evil Dr. Robotnik from capturing Sonic and using his powers for world domination. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Peter Mayhew: RIP Chewbacca

May 08, 2019 04:30 - 10 minutes - 5.45 MB

Peter William Mayhew was an English-American actor, best known for portraying Chewbacca in the Star Wars film series. He played the character in all of his live-action appearances from the 1977 original to 2015's The Force Awakens before his retirement from the role. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Star Wars: Rise of the Skywalker

April 24, 2019 04:00 - 12 minutes - 5.55 MB

This week Betty gives her thoughts on the new Star Wars trailer, or rather why she'd prefer not to watch it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Wrestlemania 35 in NYC

April 22, 2019 04:00 - 15 minutes - 7.69 MB

My friend Aaron is a huge wrestling fan and went to New York for Wrestlemania, but he had no intent of actually seeing Wrestlemania.  Huh? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Hellboy: Is it as bad as they say?

April 17, 2019 04:00 - 8 minutes - 4.59 MB

All of the reviews say the new Hellboy movie is bad, but is it really as bad as they say? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Shazam! Is it worth seeing?

April 17, 2019 00:01 - 7 minutes - 3.84 MB

Is Shazam! worth spending your movie going dollars on.  I'll let you know! Shazam! is a 2019 American superhero film based on the DC Comics character of the same name. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Announcement: A Change in Format

April 09, 2019 04:00 - 4 minutes - 2.35 MB

So we're making some minor changes to the show.  Don't worry, nothing too scary.  It's kind of like M&Ms.  Support Us On Patreon Buy Geek Vs Merchandise Connect with us Subscribe to “Geek Vs” on Apple Podcastsor on Android. Join the Facebook Group Follow @geekvspod on Twitter Email [email protected] Thank you for the podcast reviews! Your written iTunes reviews make us feel good and help other people find the podcast. If you enjoy listening, please leave a review on Appl...

Honey Heist #4: Finale!

April 02, 2019 04:00 - 43 minutes - 20.6 MB

We’re doing something different on the podcast this week, a one page RPG. Just listen to the show, Betty will explain it all.  If you’re interested in playing yourself, you can find Honey Heist here: https://gshowitt.itch.io/honey-heist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Honey Heist #3

March 26, 2019 04:00 - 32 minutes - 15.2 MB

Part 3. We’re doing something different on the podcast this week, a one page RPG. Just listen to the show, Betty will explain it all.  If you’re interested in playing yourself, you can find Honey Heist here: https://gshowitt.itch.io/honey-heist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Honey Heist #2

March 19, 2019 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.2 MB

We're doing something different on the podcast this week, a one page RPG.  Just listen to the show, Betty will explain it all.  If you're interested in playing yourself, you can find Honey Heist here: https://gshowitt.itch.io/honey-heist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Honey Heist #1

March 12, 2019 04:00 - 31 minutes - 14.3 MB

We're doing something different on the podcast this week, a one page RPG.  Just listen to the show, Betty will explain it all.  If you're interested in playing yourself, you can find Honey Heist here: https://gshowitt.itch.io/honey-heist --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

LaCroix Sparkling Water

March 05, 2019 05:00 - 20 minutes - 10.2 MB

We discuss every flavor of LaCroix.. yeah, you heard that right.  How many flavors are there?  What's the best? We discuss.  Plus an awesome listener gift!!! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Oscars 2019

February 26, 2019 05:00 - 33 minutes - 15.9 MB

Hooray for Hollywood on the Geek Vs podcast this week where we give silly recaps of what we think each movie is about.  We eventually give our predictions and thoughts about the academy awards in general.   Support Us On Patreon Buy Geek Vs Merchandise Connect with us Subscribe to “Geek Vs” on Apple Podcastsor on Android. Join the Facebook Group Follow @geekvspod on Twitter Email [email protected] Thank you for the podcast reviews! Your written iTunes reviews make us fee...

Blerd History Month

February 19, 2019 05:00 - 39 minutes - 18.6 MB

This was a special episode this week as it was the brainchild of some of our Patreon subscribers, and members of the Facebook Group, "The Extraordinary Journey of a Black Nerd."   Without further ado, I hope you enjoy Blerd History Month on the Geek Vs podcast.  Support Us On Patreon Buy Geek Vs Merchandise Connect with us Subscribe to “Geek Vs” on Apple Podcastsor on Android. Join the Facebook Group Follow @geekvspod on Twitter Email [email protected] Thank you for the po...

Valentines Day 2019

February 12, 2019 05:00 - 46 minutes - 21.7 MB

Awww yeah, Valentine's Day is here again!  But how do you know if you're ready?  Simple, you listen to our episode and take our quiz.  Play along, and learn directly from the love masters themselves.  You may learn a thing or two about romance.   Support Us On Patreon Buy Geek Vs Merchandise Connect with us Subscribe to “Geek Vs” on Apple Podcastsor on Android. Join the Facebook Group Follow @geekvspod on Twitter Email [email protected] Thank you for the podcast reviews! ...

Harry Potter & The Lack of Higher Education

February 05, 2019 05:00 - 37 minutes - 17.6 MB

You ever wonder if there's school after Hogwarts.  Surely all these wizards don't go to high school and master all the wizarding things they need to know.  We discuss in this latest episode of the Geek Vs podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe

January 29, 2019 05:00 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MB

We have the power this week as we fan-cast the alleged He-Man movie.  However before we're able to successfully do that, we do our research of some of the shows more creatively named characters. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

What We're Watching

January 22, 2019 05:00 - 36 minutes - 17.4 MB

This week we have a casual chit chat about what we've been watching, playing, listening to, etc.  Just catching up with pop culture and making some recommendations.  This week's episode includes chats about The Good Place, Brooklyn 99, The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Life After Scientology, Top Gun, The Orville, The Masked Singer, and Rock me Momma Like a Wagon Wheel. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Netflix's Black Mirror Bandersnatch

January 15, 2019 05:00 - 38 minutes - 18.2 MB

What path will you choose on Bandersnatch?   In Bandersnatch, viewers make decisions for the main character, the young programmer Stefan Butler (Fionn Whitehead) who is adapting a fantasy choose-your-own-adventure novel into a video game in 1984. Other characters include Mohan Thakur (Asim Chaudhry) and Colin Ritman (Will Poulter), both of whom work at a video game company, Butler's father, Peter (Craig Parkinson) and Butler's therapist, Dr. Haynes (Alice Lowe). --- Support this podcast: ...

Birdbox

January 08, 2019 05:00 - 49 minutes - 22.9 MB

Birdbox! You can't get away from it even if you tried. It's all the rage.  We give a recap for those who haven't seen it, or think they may of missed something.  So enjoy this silly recap of Netflix's Birdbox. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

2018 Year in Review

January 01, 2019 10:31 - 1 hour - 33.2 MB

The year has come to an end, so we recap some of our favorites and superlatives from 2018.  So kick back with your collard greens and black eyed peas, and enjoy the Geek Vs podcast year in review. Thank you for your support and subscription. Support Us On Patreon Buy Geek Vs Merchandise Connect with us Subscribe to “Geek Vs” on Apple Podcastsor on Android. Join the Facebook Group Follow @geekvspod on Twitter Email [email protected] Thank you for the podcast reviews! Your...

Merry Christmas from Geek Vs

December 24, 2018 22:22 - 7 minutes - 3.78 MB

Just popping in real quick to wish everyone a Merry Christmas, and to make a few movie suggestions for the holiday.  Thank you for your support and subscription. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

What Would You Do?

December 18, 2018 05:00 - 59 minutes - 27.4 MB

What would you do if a bear attacked?  What if you found yourself falling out of a plane?  A thousand zombies are attacking you, now what?  We discus this and more in the latest episode of the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Avengers: Endgame

December 11, 2018 11:00 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MB

You already know we gotta talk about that new Avengers: Endgame trailer.  And if this isn't your first time listening, you already know it's gonna get silly. We also chat a bit about some other trailers including Outworlds and Brightburn.  Thank you for your support and subscription. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tony-henderson7/support

Avengers: Endgame

December 11, 2018 11:00 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MB

You already know we gotta talk about that new Avengers: Endgame trailer.  And if this isn't your first time listening, you already know it's gonna get silly. We also chat a bit about some other trailers including Outworlds and Brightburn.  Thank you for your support and subscription. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

The History of White People

December 04, 2018 17:00 - 46 minutes - 21.9 MB

Betty got a new book for her birthday, so we had to discuss. "The History of White People" is a parody of ethnic studies looks at the culture, origins, language, courtship customs, foods, fears, and leisure activities of white Americans.  Written by Martin Mull and Alan Rucker. Thank you for your support and subscriptions. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Avengers 4 and Lion King

November 27, 2018 05:30 - 33 minutes - 15.9 MB

The Russo Brothers recently stated the subtitle for Avengers 4 would be a line previously spoken in the movie, so this week we set out to have a comical conversation about the possible titles...but that somehow turned into Lion King and Nazis.  Go Figure. Thank you for your support and subscriptions.  Support Us Subscribe on Apple  Leave a Review Connect with us Subscribe to “Geek Vs” on Apple Podcastsor on Android. Join the Facebook Group and join in the conversation. Follow...

Geeksgiving

November 20, 2018 05:10 - 45 minutes - 21.4 MB

Another Thanksgiving is upon us, so we wanted to take the opportunity to have a very special Geek Vs episode where we try to be thankful for a few things.  We also talk about our Thanksgiving traditions, favorite foods, and parades.  As always, thank you so much for checking out our episodes and supporting the show.     Support Us Subscribe on Apple  Leave a Review Connect with us Subscribe to “Geek Vs” on Apple Podcastsor on Android. Join the Facebook Group and join in the con...

Dr. Topper's Brain Busters

November 13, 2018 05:30 - 1 hour - 33 MB

Dr. Topper joins Tony P. and Betty this week and provides some brain busters.    Dr Topper Graphic credit: ChetRippo https://www.deviantart.com/chetrippo/art/Dr-Topper-17598758 Special credit to Crack the Case: https://www.amazon.com/Crack-Case-Compendium-Mini-Mysteries/dp/B000F7H17I/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1542077712&sr=8-2&keywords=crack+the+case Support Us Subscribe on Apple  Leave a Review Connect with us Subscribe to “Geek Vs” on Apple Podcastsor on Android. Join the Fa...

A "Lil" Quiz

November 06, 2018 05:30 - 43 minutes - 20.2 MB

There are a lot of rappers with "lil" in their name, so what better way to discuss it then to quiz each other on who is who.  Rappers putting "Lil" at the beginning on their names is so prevalent that it's often become a point of parody for those seeking to make fun of rap music. Some rappers opt to shed their "Lil" moniker once they get older, like Bow Wow for instance. Whatever the reasons for the prevalence of the "Lil" prefix, it's become an central piece of rap culture.  With the bi...

Halloween Spooptacular

October 30, 2018 04:30 - 43 minutes - 20.5 MB

Halloween is here, so we get spoopy with scary tales of witches, devils, and more. You can get the outtake from this episode by supporting us at https://www.patreon.com/geekvs Connect with us Subscribe to “Geek Vs” on Apple Podcastsor on Android. Join the Facebook Group and join in the conversation. Follow @geekvspod on Twitter Email [email protected] Thank you for the podcast reviews! Your written iTunes reviews make us feel good and help other people find the podcast. If y...

Episode 200: pt 2

October 23, 2018 05:00 - 44 minutes - 21 MB

Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, we've reached episode 201, which is a continuation of our Q&A to celebrate episode 200.   Time flies when you're having fun, and I can't believe it's been 200 episodes.  To celebrate we do a Q&A with questions from our fans and friends.  Suffice to say, they're all over the place and random, but we have a good time with it.  On a serious note, thank you all so much for your support through the years! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spot...

Episode 200 Q&A

October 16, 2018 04:00 - 1 hour - 27.9 MB

Ladies and Gentlemen, Boys and Girls, we've reached episode 200!  Time flies when you're having fun, and I can't believe it's been 200 episodes.  To celebrate we do a Q&A with questions from our fans and friends.  Suffice to say, they're all over the place and random, but we have a good time with it.  On a serious note, thank you all so much for your support through the years!   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Current Enjoyments

October 09, 2018 00:08 - 50 minutes - 23.6 MB

Look, we get it, we're notorious sometimes for disliking things, but we promise we're not negative people.  In fact, this week we have an entire episode just about things we've been enjoying.  From movies, to tv, to video games, here's what we've been digging lately.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

TV Show Reboots

October 02, 2018 00:07 - 35 minutes - 16.9 MB

Magnum PI just came back, MacGyver was back last year.  Are you enjoying this reboots?  If not, what show do you think they should bring back?  We discuss our ideas in this week's episode, and would love to hear yours.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Who Should Play Superman

September 25, 2018 01:02 - 44 minutes - 20.9 MB

The internets were going crazy with rumors that Henry Cavill was out as Superman.  Then the internets were crazier with the rumors of who would/should/could take over.  So we get to the bottom of it here and now!  Who Should Play Superman?  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Fall TV

September 17, 2018 23:26 - 43 minutes - 19.8 MB

We talk about the new season of Fall TV.  Sort of.  Is "Fall TV" even still a thing.   --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Dragon Con 2018: Looking Back!

September 11, 2018 07:00 - 50 minutes - 23 MB

Thank you for listening to the Geek Vs podcast, a nerd's eye view of pop culture. We're back from Dragon Con 2018 and wanted to  reflect on a fun year and let everyone know if we found that pie bar.  What were some of your favorite events from this years Dragon Con?   Dragon Con (previously Dragon*Con and sometimes DragonCon) is a North American multigenre convention, founded in 1987, which takes place annually over the Labor Day weekend in Atlanta, Georgia. As of 2017, the convention draw...

D.C. Douglas at Dragon Con 2017

September 04, 2018 04:30 - 58 minutes - 26.6 MB

We are recuperating from Dragon Con, but we didn't want the party to end. Just know we're all either sick, hung over, suffering from post-con depression (it's  a thing!) or all three.  But we didn't want to leave you all empty handed, so here's an oldie but goodie from Dragon Con 2017 when we had the opportunity to interview the always fun D. C. Douglas. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Dragon Con 2018: Looking Forward

August 27, 2018 23:23 - 49 minutes - 23.1 MB

DragonCon is here, so we talk about things we're looking forward to!   Dragon Con (previously Dragon*Con and sometimes DragonCon) is a North American multigenre convention, founded in 1987, which takes place annually over the Labor Day weekend in Atlanta, Georgia. As of 2017, the convention draws attendance of over 80,000, and runs thousands of hours of programming for fans of science fiction, fantasy, comic books, and other elements of fan culture. --- Support this podcast: https://podca...

Creepy Movie Moments

August 21, 2018 00:45 - 41 minutes - 18.8 MB

Ever have something in a movie that scares you, but it's not really supposed to? We're not talking about scary movies, but things in non-scary movies that really creep us out for some reason.  For example, an otherwise fun and colorful movie like "Who Framed Roger Rabbit" really scared Betty for some reason, and we can't blame her.  So we discuss that, and more creepy movie moments in this weeks episode of the Geek Vs podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh...

Do You Believe in Alien Life?

August 14, 2018 01:27 - 57 minutes - 26.5 MB

The truth is out there!  Do you believe in alien life? Casey thinks about aliens a lot, like A LOT.  So we finally decided to record an episode about it and discuss what we really believe is out there, what aliens we like in media, and what tropes we're a bit tired of.  Then we wrap up with a fun game of "who's an alien?" What are your alien theories?  We'd like to know. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Avengers Infinity War: Why is Hulk Scared?

August 06, 2018 23:57 - 41 minutes - 18.9 MB

The Russo Brother's recent announced the Hulk wasn't scared of Thanos.  In that case, what's his deal?! Infinity War was released on digital download this week, and will be coming soon to DVD and Blu Ray.  In the director's commentary, the Russo Brothers stated that the reason for the Hulk coming out was NOT because he was scared of Thanos as most fans originally theorized.  So what could it of been? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

A Random Movie Director Conversation

July 31, 2018 01:35 - 48 minutes - 22 MB

Sooo... what had happened was we were going to record an episode talking about cartoon remakes...but we were chit chatting about James Gunn, which led us talking to about Taika Waititi which led us down a long long Alice in Wonderland rabbit hole about Tim Burton. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

Introduction to Comic Book Conventions

July 23, 2018 23:19 - 35 minutes - 16.3 MB

We just got back Atlanta Comic Con, and San Diego Comic Con is wrapping up so we wanted to chat a little bit about the different comic book conventions and what they all mean. Comic-cons were traditionally organized by fans on a not-for-profit basis, though nowadays most events catering to fans are run by commercial interests for profit. Many conventions have award presentations relating to comics (such as the Eisner Awards, which have been presented at San Diego Comic-Con International sinc...

Demolition Man: The Fast Food Wars

July 17, 2018 01:08 - 38 minutes - 17.8 MB

It is the year 2032, and Taco Bell has won the fast food wars, but how?!?  In 1996, psychopathic career criminal Simon Phoenix kidnaps a number of hostages, and takes refuge with his gang in an abandoned building. LAPD Sgt. John Spartan uses a thermal scan of the building; finding no trace of the hostages, he leads an unauthorized assault to capture Phoenix. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tony-henderson7/support

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