The Geek Watch Podcast

Nov 20 2024 237 ep. 29 mins
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The Geek Watch Podcast, hosted by Brian J. Hatcher and Mandy Petry, gives you a weekly dose of scifi, fantasy, and horror on TV and in movies, all from a fan's perspective. Your hosts: Brian J. Hatcher: @brianjhatcher Mandy Petry: @meenjah

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Episode 236: Brian Gets Wicked

Nov 20 2024 25 mins  
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the riveting season finale of 'The Penguin' series, highlighting the complex character arcs and emotional depth. They also dive into an early review of the 'Wicked' movie adaptation, emphasizing its stunning performances, breathtaking cinematography, and the nostalgic return to old-school Hollywood filmmaking. 00:00 Introduction and Tod

Episode 235: Marvel TrailerMania!

Nov 13 2024 29 mins  
On today's episode, Brian and Mandy discuss D23's arrival in Brazil, a recent controversial snafu involving Mattel's Wicked Barbie dolls and an unfortunate QR code, and dive into new trailers for Marvel's Thunderbolts and Captain America: Brave New World. They also preview the upcoming final season of 'What If...' and finish by discussing future releases like 'Nosferatu' and 'Wicke

Episode 234: Back For The Finale

Nov 07 2024 22 mins  
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy consider the slow news day and decide to delve into more entertaining topics such as the latest Disney+ releases and their thoughts on the finale of 'Agatha All Along.' They also highlight upcoming Marvel shows including 'Deadpool and Wolverine,' 'Marvel Zombies,' and 'Iron Heart.' In addition, Brian offers a brief review of the 'Penguin' series

Episode 233: Closed On Account Of Ghosts

Oct 24 2024 16 mins  
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the latest happenings at New York Comic Con, with exciting updates on Tom Holland's "Spider-Man 4" and an untitled Christopher Nolan film. They explore the uncertain future of Marvel's "Blade" movie and the new "Daredevil" TV series release dates. The duo also reviews recent episodes of "Penguin" and "Agatha All Along," highlighting their

Episode 232: Letting The Side Characters Shine!

Oct 17 2024 16 mins  
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy address recent technical issues with their podcast distribution on Apple Podcasts and SoundCloud, before diving into the excitement surrounding the Venom movie and Mandy's upcoming hiatus. They focus on the latest developments in 'The Penguin' series, highlighting the character development of Sofia Falcone and discussing major spoilers for 'Agath

Episode 231: Is Hollywood Having A Social Problem?

Oct 10 2024 21 mins  
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss whether Hollywood has lost its touch with creating engaging entertainment and reflect on how social dynamics, especially post-COVID, have affected how we consume media. They express concerns about diminishing social activities, like going to the movies, as more interactions move online. The podcast also covers new perspectives on televisi

Episode 230: Why Not Stay Home?

Oct 05 2024 18 mins  
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the reasons to stay home rather than visit theaters, as well as mourning the loss of Dame Maggie Smith and John Amos. They share insights on the current issues facing big budget genre films like "Megalopolis" and "Joker 2" with their poor reception, questioning what defines a film's success. They explore the safety of producing lower-budg

Epidode 229: You'll Believe A Witch Can Fly

Sep 28 2024 19 mins  
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy start off with Brian's moving experience watching the Christopher Reeves documentary. They explore how the documentary evoked memories of Moonage Daydream and how both documentaries touched on the performers' lives and deaths. The duo then puzzle over the online rivalry sparked by the Penguin miniseries and Agatha All Along, unpacking the expecta

Episode 228: The Return Of Beetlejuice And Agatha Harkness

Sep 21 2024 25 mins  
On today's episode, Brian and Mandy discuss the recent passing of legendary actor James Earl Jones and reflect on his iconic roles. They delve into the personal significance of the film Beetlejuice for Brian and his excitement over its sequel. Additionally, they analyze the first two episodes of 'Agatha: All Along,' exploring its intricate storytelling, characters, and Easter eggs,

Episode 227: AI vs The Power of Storytelling

Sep 04 2024 21 mins  
On today's podcast, Brian and Mandy discuss the potential downfall of NaNoWriMo due to AI. They also delve into the controversy surrounding D&D Beyond and Hasbro's monetization strategies. The episode covers the new Minecraft movie trailer and Hollywood's focus on remakes and reissues, with a nod to classic storytelling. Additionally, they share excitement for the upcoming series '