Okie Geek
530 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 14 ratingsOkie Geek is a weekly interview show with Oklahoma people about events and places with a geeky twist. The geek/nerd fandom is growing strong in Oklahoma and Okie Geek hopes to make people aware of all the fun stuff going on in the Sooner State.
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SMO21: Steampunk
April 07, 2023 13:00 - 23 minutes - 32.8 MBOn April 14th, Science Museum of Oklahoma is celebrating the world of STEAMpunk for SMO21. The event exclusively for adults includes fun activities and a bar. A chance to experience the museum without having to worry about children. You can find out more on the Science Museum of Oklahoma website and on Facebook.
TokenCon
March 07, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 58.3 MBIn episode 292, we are talking with Mike Dattolo about TokenCon 2023. Oklahoma City's premier board gaming convention takes place March 17th though the 19th at the Embassy Suites by Hilton just north of Will Rogers World Airport on Meridian. You can find TokenCon on the web and on Facebook.
Creating a Comic Book
January 09, 2023 16:13 - 28 minutes - 39.6 MBWhat does it take to become a comic book creator? Here to talk about it in episode 291 of the Okie Geek Podcast are Robert Wilson IV and Buck Berlin with New World Comics and Literati Press. You can find Robert on his website along with Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
New Star Comics Holiday Special
November 29, 2022 15:52 - 20 minutes - 28.4 MBIn episode 290 of the Okie Geek Podcast, we are talking with Tanner Feuerborn with New Star Comics about its holiday special coming to Speeding Bullet Comics and New World Comics. You can find out more information about New World Comics on Facebook.
A Very Geeky Christmas Special
November 28, 2022 16:02 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBIt's that time of year gain, when pop culture creators try to make their properties fit into a Christmas-themed special. Sometimes they work and sometimes they don't. We talk to New World Comics owner Buck Berlin about the various holiday specials.
Local Comic Shop Day
November 21, 2022 16:25 - 33 minutes - 45.7 MBAs the holidays approach its time to remember your local comic shops and all they provide as you consider gifts for people of all ages. In episode 288, of the Okie Geek Podcast we talk with New World Comics owner Buck Berlin about Local Comic Shop Day, and what you can get by shopping at your local comic store.
We Promised Utopia Season 2 Kickstarter
November 14, 2022 16:21 - 37 minutes - 50.9 MBOur friends at Literati Press (website, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter) are getting ready for a Kickstarter of Season Two of "We Promised Utopia". So, we are sitting down with creator Adrian Morales, artist Jonathan Koelsc (website, Instagram, Twitter, Facebook) as well as Literati Creative Director Charles Martin and Chief Strategist Buck Berlin. The KIckstarter launches in two weeks, but you can sign up for reminders right now.
New Issues of Black Jack Demon are coming
November 07, 2022 16:33 - 39 minutes - 53.9 MBThe author of "Black Jack Demon", Nick Hermes, is working on issue four of the genre-busting western comic. In episode 285, we talk with Hermes and Literati Press Chief Strategist Buck Berlin. You can find more on Black Jack Demon and Literati Press on the web, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Extra Life at Game HQ
October 26, 2022 16:22 - 32 minutes - 44.4 MBExtra Life 2022 is coming to Game HQ, Friday, November 4th through Saturday, November 5th. The 24-hour table-top gaming event raises money for the Oklahoma Children's Health Foundation. We are talking with Amber Hanneken about the celebration. You can find Extra Life at Game HQ on the web and on Facebook. You can find out more about the Oklahoma Children's Health Foundation on the web.
Buck Flips the Script
October 24, 2022 16:13 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBIn a very special episode, Buck Berlin with New World Comics and Literati Press comes in to actually interview Michael Cross.
Aliengaged Issue Two Kickstarter
October 17, 2022 16:11 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBOur friends at Literati Press have launched a Kickstarter campaign for Issue Two of "Aliengaged". We are talking with artist, illustrator and writer Greg White and Literati Chief Strategist Buck Berlin. You can find the fund drive on Kickstarter. And look for Greg White on Instagram. You can also find Literati Press on the web, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Civic Comics for Kids
October 03, 2022 16:27 - 30 minutes - 41.7 MBThe Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy is teaming up with Literati Press to create a comic book to raise awareness of civics and public services for children. The new work "Mighty Mia and Dyna-Bit Save Democracy" is coming out this month along with ways for elementary aged kids to get involved. You can find the Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy on the web as well as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Instagram. You can also find Literati Press on the web, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Glamorella's Daughter Season Two
September 26, 2022 16:13 - 32 minutes - 44 MBThe wildly popular Glamorella's Daughter is entering a new chapter and looking for your help. Literati Press work is currently raising money for the fifth issue of the series. We get a chance to talk to creators Jerry Bennett and Charles Martin along with Literati Press Chief Strategist Buck Berlin. You can find Glamorella's Daughter Issue Five right now on Kickstarter. You can find Literati Press on the web, Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.
New World Comics' Superhero School
September 12, 2022 16:38 - 26 minutes - 36.1 MBIn episode 278, we talk with New World Comics owner Buck Berlin about this weekend's Superhero School featuring the Green Lantern Corps. The special family-friendly event takes place at the store, 6219 N. Meridian Avenue in Oklahoma City, starting at 10:45. Find New World Comics on Facebook and Instagram.
2022 Theatre Crude Fringe Festival
August 24, 2022 16:07 - 28 minutes - 38.7 MBOur friends at the Theatre Crude Fringe Festival are returning to Oklahoma City at the Jewel Box Theatre, 321 NW 36th, September 15th through the 24th. In episode 277 we are talking with organizers Jenny and Adam Brand along with Lauren Leppke, creator of the show ""Panacea" and Ashley Mandanas, performer in the piece "The CatMaster Cycle". You can find more about the Theatre Crude Fringe Festival on the web, as well as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Lauren Leppke can also be found on Face...
Literati Press Keeping Busy
August 22, 2022 16:24 - 29 minutes - 40 MBOur friends at Literati Press are working to put out more titles as well as teaching young people about comics and art. In episode 276, we are talking to "Black Jack Demon" creator Nick Hermes about the ongoing series set in the wild west and Buck Berlin about some exciting events going on Labor Day weekend. You can find Nick on Instagram and Literati Press on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and the web.
MiracleCon 2022
August 10, 2022 16:07 - 25 minutes - 35.7 MBPlay games for a great cause. MiracleCon 2022 is coming to the Edmond Hilton Garden Inn and Convention Center on August 27th from 11am to 11pm. You can play video, board and table top role playing games to help raise money for Extra Life and the Oklahoma Children's Hospital Foundation. We are talking with Oklahoma Board Game Community Director Mike Dattalo and Extra Life Coordinator Travis Mantooth about the event. You can find MiracleCon on Facebook and on the web. Also look for our friends...
Pop Culture Talk
August 08, 2022 16:26 - 29 minutes - 40.2 MBIn episode of 274 of the Okie Geek Podcast, we talk with Buck Berlin, owner of New World Comics, about the convention at the end of July, we also talk Sandman from Netflix and Prey on Hulu.
New World Comic Con Part Two
July 25, 2022 16:21 - 33 minutes - 46.2 MBThere's so much going on this Saturday with New World Comic Con in the Pavilion at the State Fairgrounds we had to talk about it even more. We are joined by New World Comics owner Buck Berlin, Convention Logistics Coordinator Kari Eager and costume contest host Dre Braggs. The event runs from 9am to 7pm on July 30th. You can find more information on Facebook, Instagram and the New World Comic Con website.
New World Comic Con 7
July 18, 2022 16:26 - 30 minutes - 42.1 MBNew World Comic Con 7 is coming to the State Fairgrounds on July 30th. The event at the Pavilion features amazing guests, a cosplay contest and big comic book deals as well as fantastic vendors. New World Comic Con run from 9am to 7pm. We are talking with New World Comics Owner Buck Berlin, Social Media Coordinator Matt Pearson and Vendor Annabelle Troyer. You can find Annabell's works on Instagram. And fins and follow New World Comic Con on Facebook and the web.
Paleo Vet Kickstarter
July 13, 2022 20:35 - 25 minutes - 34.6 MBOur friends at Absurdist Productions, creators of the game Churrascaria, are getting ready to launch a Kickstarter for their latest game Paleo+Vet. In Paleo+Vet you take on the role of a Paleo-Veterinarian to care for the dinosaurs abandoned after the world's first dinosaur park was closed. You can follow Paleo+Vet on Kickstarter and find Absurdist Production on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and at AbsuristProductions.com
Aliengaged
July 11, 2022 16:18 - 31 minutes - 43.1 MBOur friends at Literati Press have a new title set for release in September. "Aliengaged" is currently going through Kickstarter, but only through Saturday July 23rd. We are talking with co-authors Greg White and Colin Ingersol along with Literati Press Chief Strategist Buck Berlin. Look for "Aliengaged" right now on Kickstarter, and find Literati Press on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and on the web.
Twisted Lords Con
July 06, 2022 16:16 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBA celebration of gaming is taking place at the Reed Center in Midwest City July 22nd through the 24. Twisted Lords Gaming includes board gaming, miniatures, collectable card games and role playing. We get a chance to talk with Warlord Games North American Representative Jon Russell about the event. YOu can find them on the Twisted Lords Con website and Table Top Events website as well as on Facebook.
SoonerCon Gaming & Miniatures
June 15, 2022 18:28 - 30 minutes - 42.2 MBOklahoma's longest running pop culture convention, SoonerCon, begins June 24th at Embassy Suites in Norman and runs through June26th. This week we are talking with Aislinn Burrows and Matt Cavanaugh about all the event in the gaming room. Find more information at SoonerCon.com as well as Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.
SoonerCon Guests
June 08, 2022 22:58 - 30 minutes - 42.4 MBIn about two weeks, SoonerCon is returning! Oklahoma's longest running pop culture convention is taking place June 24th through the 26th at Embassy Suites Norman. The event includes many different guests. In episode 267, we are talking with award winning artist Elizabeth Leggett (website, Facebook), creator of Strawberry Shortcake, 16 Care bears and other characters Muriel Fahrion (website, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram) and actor, improviser and voice talent for numerous anime shows Cory J P...
Coming Soon from Literati Press
June 06, 2022 16:30 - 37 minutes - 51 MBIn episode 266, we are talking about the near future of local comic creators and event with artist Jonathan Koelsch, Literati Press Art Director Eric Osborn and Chief Strategist Buck Berlin. We discuss current works including Glamorella's Daughter, We Promised Utopia, Reservation Detectives and Black Jack Demon as well as upcoming events including SoonerCon, OKC Pop Culture Convention and New World Comic Con. You can find Literati Press on its website, Instagram, Facebook and Twitter. You ca...
SoonerCon Cosplay
May 30, 2022 19:05 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBIn episode 265, we are talking Cosplay at SoonerCon! The state's longest running pop culture convention takes place June 24th through the 26th. We are joined by Costuming Manager Ty Randolph, Costume Contest Coordinator Emma Lodgard and featured guest Knightmage. Registration for the contests is due by June 10th. You can find out more information on the SoonerCon website. Also find SoonerCon on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. You can find Michael "Knightmage" Wilson on Twitter, Facebook, In...
SoonerCon30
May 25, 2022 22:58 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBSoonerCon is returning after a two-year pandemic hiatus to the Embassy Suites Norman Hotel and Conference Center on June 24th though the 26th. In our first of several interviews on the state's longesst running pop culture convention, we talk with Aislinn Burrows and Amber Hanneken about the exciting things to come. You can find out more on SoonerCon on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and their website.
Black Jack Demon
May 16, 2022 16:16 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBOur friends at Literati Press are getting ready to release the trade paperback for the first three issues of Black Jack Demon as the writer Nick Hermes is working on the fourth issue of the popular western/sci fi title. We speak with Nick and Buck Berlin about Black Jack Demon and other topics. You can find the Black Jack Demon on Instagram. You can find Literati Press on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram and on the Literati Press website.
Let's Talk Comics!!!
May 09, 2022 16:25 - 36 minutes - 49.9 MBThe popularity of comic books is growing with Free Comic Book Day this past weekend along with the release of Doctor Strange 2. So, we are talking comics with New World's Buck Berlin and Literati Press' Steve Gooch. You can find New World Comics on Twitter and Facebook. You can find Literati Press on Twitter, Facebook and the web.
Free Comic Book Day Returns!
May 02, 2022 16:16 - 32 minutes - 45 MBOur friends at New World Comics are celebrating Free Comic Book Day, back to its original day of the first Saturday in May. We are joined by Cassidy Smith, Ben Troyer and Buck Berlin about the event on May 7th from 9am to 9pm to include a sidewalk sale 20% off the entire store and special surprises. The event also includes many of your favorite and maybe slightly obscure comic book characters along with special artists.
Comics Editing and Printing
April 25, 2022 16:20 - 32 minutes - 44.2 MBThis week on the Okie Geek Podcast, we are taking a peek behind the scenes of comic book publishing with a look at printing and editing. On episode 260, we get to hear from Literati Press Editorial Assistant Chloe Harrison, Chief Print Operator Tre Fisher and Chief Strategist Buck Berlin. Everyone is getting ready to put out even more comic books, graphic novels and trade paperbacks from Literati Press. You can find the company on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, on the web and by visit...
Under the Stars
April 21, 2022 18:33 - 21 minutes - 29.2 MBOn Saturday, May Seventh, Aalim Raqs, a local belly dancing troupe is teaming up with Badrawn, a Near Eastern acoustic music ensemble for a once-in-a-lifetime event at the Olie Gathering Place in Oklahoma City. It is a unique opportunity in Oklahoma to see a belly dance show with live music from Egypt, Turkey, Lebanon, and Syria. You can find Aalim and get tickets to the show on the web and get more information on Facebook and Instagram.
Comics as Art
April 11, 2022 16:31 - 31 minutes - 42.7 MBOur friends at Literati Press are taking submissions for its exhibition "Comics as Art" now celebrating its third year. For the first time, applications are being excepted from outside of Oklahoma. This week we are talking to Steve Gooch and Buck Berlin about that and other exciting things going on at Literati Press. You can find them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and on their website.
Superhero School
April 04, 2022 16:28 - 40 minutes - 55.6 MBThis week on the Okie Geek Podcast we are talking about Superhero School from New World Comics. You can find out more on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
Oklahoma Comic Scene w/ Buck Berlin
March 21, 2022 16:33 - 35 minutes - 49 MBIt's episode 254 of the Okie Geek Podcast brought to you by Okie Comics. The Oklahoma comic book scene is booming right now with work at Literati Press, Superhero School through New World Comics, Free Comic Book Day coming up on May 7th and, of course, New World Comic Con coming up at the end of July. New World Comics owner Buck Berlin joins us to talk about it in what will be an ongoing series for the Okie Geek Podcast. You can find out more about Literati Press on Facebook, Twitter and on ...
TokenCon 2022
March 07, 2022 15:41 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBIn episode 253 of the Okie Geek Podcast we are talking with MIke Dattalo, organizer of TokenCon 2022. After two successful events in 2018 and 2019, the tabletop event is back from its COVID-19 hiatus in an all new venue: Embassy Suites by Hilton on South Meridian in Oklahoma City near the Will Rogers World Airport. You can find out more at TokenCon.net or on Facebook.
Anthro Expo 2022
January 10, 2022 15:50 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MBIn episode 252, we are talking with organizers of AnthroExpo 2022, Brett Martin, Emily Hoebing and Devin Austin. The celebration of the furry community is taking place January 21st through the 23rd at the Downtown Oklahoma City Sheraton Hotel. In its second year, AnthroExpo incudes special guests, vendors, an artist alley and a variety of panels for this multi-fandom convention. The event is also working to raise money for SISU Youth Services. The cost for the event is $35 for one day or $60...
SoonerCon Kickstarter
December 27, 2021 15:38 - 28 minutes - 38.8 MBIn Episode 251 of the Okie Geek Podcast we are talking with Amber Hanneken and Matt Cavanaugh about a SoonerCon launching a Kickstarter to raise money for the state's longest running pop culture convention and raise awareness of SoonerCon 30 taking place June 24th through the 26th. The Kickstarter launches on January 3rd and runs for 30 days. You can get more information on SoonerCon on its website as well as Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Edmond Mini Con
November 29, 2021 15:46 - 26 minutes - 35.7 MBThis weekend, Edmond Memorial High School is hosting Edmond Mini Con. The annual event celebrating pop culture returns from a COVID-19 hiatus from 10am to 2pm on Saturday December 4th. Edmond Mini Con includes a Smash Brothers video game tournament, Dungeons & Dragons, Star Wars Role Playing Games, a costume contest and more. Find out more about the event on Facebook and Twitter.
OKiCon
November 22, 2021 16:04 - 28 minutes - 39.2 MBIn Episode 249, we are talking about OKiCon, Central Oklahoma's largest celebration of anime taking place over the New Year's Weekend from December 31st through January 2nd at Embassy Suites by Hilton in Norman. OKiCon includes more than a dozen celebrities from the world of anime as well as a cosplay contest, a variety of panels, entertainment and vendors. You can find more information on the OKiCon website along with TikTok, Facebook and Instagram.
Open World: Video Games & Contemporary Art
October 25, 2021 15:44 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBIn episode 248, we look at a new exhibition at Oklahoma Contemporary in downtown Oklahoma City showcasing video games as an art form runs through February 21st. The program includes many playable games and a look at their influence on contemporary art. Several events are planned over the next few months including GameFest OKC on November 13th, Video Game Trivia with the Lost Ogle on December 16th and Love is a Game featuring the Oklahoma Virtuosi Chamber Orchestra on February 13th. The exhib...
Extra Life 24-Hour Gaming Event
October 18, 2021 15:54 - 32 minutes - 44.5 MBAn Oklahoma City favorite event is returning to in-person after COVID forced it online last year. The Extra Life 24-Hour gaming event at Game HQ on South Western begins Friday evening, November 5th and runs through Saturday the 6th. The celebration of gaming includes table top board games, role-playing games including Dungeons & Dragons, Starfinder and Pathfinder as well as other table top events like Battletech and Warhammer 40K. There will also be food from Dickey's, Charleston's, Dominoes...
Oklahoma City Collectors Convention
October 11, 2021 16:04 - 23 minutes - 32 MBIn episode 246, we are talking to Geoff Cupit with Great Plains Collectors Convention about the first ever Oklahoma City Collectors Convention at the Hobbies, Arts and Crafts Building on the State Fairgrounds. The event includes 40 vendors from several states taking up 120 tables, special guests from movies, comic books and anime as well as cosplay contest with a $250 grand prize. Tickets are just $10 for the convention running Saturday 10-6 and Sunday 10-4. You can find out more on the Okla...
The Red Dirt DnD Halloween Special
October 04, 2021 23:11 - 32 minutes - 44.6 MBIt's episode 245 of the Okie Geek Podcast, and we are talking with Kyri Hester about this weekend's Halloween Special from Red Dirt DnD. Kyri is our dungeon master as in the past holiday specials, but this time we are helping out Extra Life for Kids is raising money for the Children's Hospital Foundation. The game begins at noon on Saturday on the Red Dirt DnD Twitch channel.
New Star Comics
July 19, 2021 05:00 - 29 minutes - 66.9 MBIt's episode 242, of the Okie Geek Podcast and this week we are talking about a new comic book publishing house getting created right here in Oklahoma. Our friends from Okie Comics are spinning off "New Star Comics" with a Kickstarter planning to launch this Saturday. Our guests are Tanner Fuerborn, Jeff Provine and Tyler Tarleton. You can find out more about New Star Comics on Facebook.
New World Comic Con 6
July 12, 2021 05:00 - 27 minutes - 37.9 MBIt's Episode 241 of the Okie Geek Podcast and we are talking with our good friend Buck Berlin, owner of New World Comics about New World Comic Con 6 coming up July 24th from 9AM to 7PM in the Expo Hall on the OKC State Fairgrounds. Tickets are just $7 for adults, $5 for kids 6-12 and free for five years of age and younger. The event includes all local vendors and a wonderful celebration of comics and pop culture. You can find out more on the New World Comic Con website as well as Facebook an...
Ayakashi Con
June 22, 2021 15:00 - 30 minutes - 70.4 MBIt's Episode 20 and we are talking with Tanya Cox the organizer behind the all new Ayakashi Con in Blackwell to go along with ParaCon also up at the Blackwell Event Center. Just $40 gets you into both conventions running Saturday and Sunday, June 26th and 27th. You can find out more information on the website for Oklahoma Paranormal Association as well as Facebook
We Promised Utopia Preorders
June 08, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 75 MBThis week on the Okie Geek Podcast we talk with our friends at Literati Press about preorders for "We Promised Utopia", the third instalment from the Oklahoma City comic book publishers. The comic expected to run for 12 issues has already been getting major attention from comic book shops, readers and distributors. Joining us are Project Lead Adrian Morales, Co-Artist John Eric Osborn (JEO Creations), Co-Artist Chloe Elimam (Website) and C-Artist Jonathan Koelsh (website). You can preorder a...
SoonerCon Fundraising
May 31, 2021 05:00 - 31 minutes - 43.8 MBIt's episode 238 of the Okie Geek Podcast. We are talking this week with friends of the show, Matt Cavanaugh, Amber Hanneken and Aislinn Burrows about Fundraising for Oklahoma's longest running pop culture convention, SoonerCon. Sadly, SoonerCon had to get delayed again for one more year, but it is coming back in 2022. To make that possible, organizers are holding a series of fundraisers to help keep the lights on and pay for much needed costs in preparation for the big part next year. From ...