Podcast - State of the Geek
20 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 6 years ago - ★★★★ - 7 ratingsJoin hosts Joe Hogan and Kelley Hightower as they take a look at the problems in geek culture, discuss where these problems come from, and brainstorm solutions. Each episode ends with a call to action that listeners can work towards in the hopes of creating a better world for everyone.
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Episodes
Episode 19 - LGBTQ+ Representation
September 30, 2018 22:23 - 1 hour - 45 BytesThis week, Joe and Kelley explore LGBTQ+ representation in geek culture. Have we truely evolved passed the villainous gender coding of our childhood cartoon villains and what does representation look like going forward?
Episode 18 - Ableism
September 01, 2018 05:03 - 1 hour - 46 BytesThis week, Joe and Kelley dive into an article entitled Staircases in Space: Why Are Places in Science Fiction Not Wheelchair-Accessible? How does our non-disabled privilege manifest in the media we consume? And how can we work harder to make sure we aren't part of the problem?
Episode 17 - Diversity at Comic-Con 2018
August 01, 2018 04:13 - 1 hour - 45 BytesIs Comic-Con just about studios and swag, or can it work on repairing the real world? This month, Joe is reporting out on Comic-Con and some of the positive and diverse panels he attended while there! And of course, Joe and Kelley do their usually geeking out, table flipping, and shouting angrily out into the universe!
Episode 16 - Not Dead Yet
June 30, 2018 16:10 - 1 hour - 38 BytesAfter a little bit of an unplanned hiatus (Joe's fault), Joe and Kelley jump back into the latest news and try and fine some positives spins on what has been a rough couple of months!
EPISODE 15 - A Smorgasbord of Suck
April 01, 2018 00:26 - 1 hour - 39 BytesJoe and Kelley put on the ranty pants again as they try and sort through all the various stories that make them cringe. From Russia to Roseanne, it's hard to even know where to begin. And who would have thought Generation Z would be the ones to fix it all?
Episode 14 - #NeverAgain
March 01, 2018 07:03 - 1 hour - 35 BytesJoe and Kelley tackle gun control and applaud the students behind the #NeverAgain movement. Is it just about taking away guns versus mental health checks, or are there other solutions? And, really... would you arm Joe?
Episode 13 - Politics Burnout
January 31, 2018 22:36 - 1 hour - 35 BytesJoe and Kelley put on their ranty-pants to vent about a year of craziness. How to you avoid political burnout? We're not sure, but we certainly released some pressure in this episode!
Episode 12 - The Politics of The Last Jedi
January 01, 2018 01:24 - 1 hour - 49 BytesJoe and Kelley close 2017 by discussing The Last Jedi. Not only was it an incredible movie, but it's drummed up controversy, started Alt-Right movements and did this all by being a diverse film that commented on the state of today's world, without really trying to be political.
Episode 11 - Why Geeks Should Care (A PSCC Panel)
November 29, 2017 17:25 - 29 minutes - 13 BytesThis month, Joe and Kelley actually got to meet in person for the very first time! This meeting resulted in a panle at Palm Springs Comic Con with their friend Katie from Tea Time with Katie and Chelsea! In the panel, they discuss why geeks should care about politics and be involved.
Episode 10 - #MeToo
October 30, 2017 21:33 - 1 hour - 40 BytesThey are not dead! They are also not locked away in a Russian gulag. Joe and Kelley return after a few months off to talk about the fall out from Harvey Weinstein and the hashtag movements that followed. They give their reactions to #metoo and #howIwillchange and talk about a problem that's always been there but no one ever talks about.
Episode 9 - Safe Spaces v Freedom of Speech on College Campuses
July 19, 2017 17:41 - 1 hour - 49 BytesThis week, Joe and Kelley talk about the fine line between maintaining a safe space and allowing freedom of speech. They discuss how this is particularly troubling on college campuses and how it may be resulting in a world where people are unable to deal with challenges to their ideas or beliefs in a constructive way. Plus...our first listener feedback!
Episode 8 - Artistic Expression and Politics
June 28, 2017 22:02 - 1 hour - 40 BytesThis week, Joe and Kelley look at new stories where artistic expression goes too far or maybe not far enough. We talk about Kathy Griffin, Julius Caesar as well as our usual musings on the geeky things we did this week and we also talk vaccinations. Seriously, people... just do it.
Episode 7 - Racism
May 31, 2017 17:01 - 1 hour - 45 BytesThis week, Joe and Kelley discuss the uptick in racist activity caught and published online. We realize two white people talking about racism is a tricky thing, but we feel it is important to get the conversation going. Join us in the conversation!
Episode 6 - Geek Current Events
May 01, 2017 05:29 - 1 hour - 40 BytesThis week, Joe and Kelley Do some catching up. They then explore some of the recent geek news including video games causing unemployment instead of violence, and whether Captain America is a Nazi!
Episode 5 - #MoneyMeetMouth
March 31, 2017 04:59 - 1 hour - 33 BytesIn this episode, Joe and Kelley are joined by Kenny Rotter of the Dumbbells and Dragons Podcast to talk about activism and what we can actually do to make a difference. The audio quality is a little rough this episode (Joe apologizes) but we think you'll find the content strong! #Resist!
Episode 4 - Finger Wagging White People
February 23, 2017 05:32 - 1 hour - 52 BytesAll the music in this episode is by Bensound and is being used under a Creative Commons license. You can find more muisc by Bensound at www.bensound.com You can currently find us at stateofthegeek.com as well as iTunes, Stitcher, GooglePlay and most other podcatchers out there. Please leave us a review and tell others about us! You can also follow the show on twitter at @StateoftheGeek! Remember to use the hashtag #Geeks4Change to promote positive change in our community.
Episode 3 - #GamerGate: Precursor to Politics
February 01, 2017 18:20 - 1 hour - 44 BytesRecorded on Inauguration Day, Joe and Kelley are joined by Raven from Girls Gone WoW to talk about how #GamerGate paralleled current politics. Also, we add a new segment, "WTF Komrade!" where we briefly look at the latest tragedies and controversies caused by the new administration.
Episode 2 - Trumpocalypse
December 28, 2016 19:31 - 1 hour - 39 BytesJoe and Kelley talk about the fallout of the election and what we can do to fight against intolerance, ignorance and oppression. All the music in this episode is by Bensound and is being used under a Creative Commons license. You can find more muisc by Bensound at www.bensound.com You can currently find us at stateofthegeek.com as well as iTunes, Stitcher, GooglePlay and most other podcatchers out there. Please leave us a review and tell others about us! You can also follow the show on twi...
Episode 1 - State of the Geek
October 12, 2016 22:20 - 1 hourIn this episode, Joe and Kelley talk with Ray Vargas about the current state of geek culture. Discussion points include the inherent discontent of the geek culture community and they way that is expressed in social media. Nerd Culture Is Fighting A Losing Battle Against Reality Geek culture is dominant, so why are so many of its fans still so angry? All the music in this episode is by Bensound and is being used under a Creative Commons license. You can find more muisc by Bensound at www.b...
Episode 0 - The Beginning
October 12, 2016 20:00 - 1 hourIn this episode, your hosts Joe Hogan and Kelley Hightower introduce themselves, explain their backgrounds, interests and views, talk about what the podcast is and is not, and discuss the first 2016 Presidential Debate. Buckle in, folks... it's going to be a wild ride!