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Okie Geek

Okie 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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Episodes

The Lost Wizard

Oklahoma artist Hezekiah Hamlin, known under the artist name, Regular Candy is releasing the first full issue of his comic book The Lost Wizard from Careful Kitty Press. There is a release show 12pm to 4pm on May 17th in Oklahoma City at the Floating Bookshop .

May 16, 202536 minEp. 296

Tulsa Gaming Convention

In episode 295, we are talking with Bryan Leaverton about Tulsa Gaming Con. This will be the first time for this event and it will be April 11th, 12th, and 13th of 2025 the Boman Twin Event Center. You can find Tulsa Gaming Convention on Facebook

Apr 12, 202524 minEp. 295

Oklahoma City Art Book Fair

An Art Book Fair is coming to Oklahoma City’s Southside Capitol Hill neighborhood, bringing in artists and designers from across the country. 28 artists and small presses from across the country and Oklahoma will be inside the We The People Consulting building this weekend.

Feb 28, 202526 minEp. 294

SMO21: Steampunk

On 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 .

Apr 07, 202324 minEp. 293

TokenCon

In 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 .

Mar 07, 202326 minEp. 292

Creating a Comic Book

What 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.

Jan 09, 202329 minEp. 291

New Star Comics Holiday Special

In 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 .

Nov 29, 202221 minEp. 290

A Very Geeky Christmas Special

It'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.

Nov 28, 202228 minEp. 289

Local Comic Shop Day

As 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.

Nov 21, 202233 minEp. 288

OKiCon

Oklahoma's largest anime convention is coming back to ring in the new year. OKiCon is taking place from Friday, December 30th through Sunday, January First to include special guests, cosplay contests, panels, vendors, a medieval dinner theatre and a special event to celebrate 2023. You can find OKiCon on the web as well as Facebook , Instagram and Fandom Events on Twitter....

Nov 16, 202224 minEp. 287

We Promised Utopia Season 2 Kickstarter

Our 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....

Nov 14, 202237 minEp. 286

New Issues of Black Jack Demon are coming

The 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 ....

Nov 07, 202239 minEp. 285

Extra Life at Game HQ

Extra 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 ....

Oct 26, 202232 minEp. 284

Buck Flips the Script

In a very special episode, Buck Berlin with New World Comics and Literati Press comes in to actually interview Michael Cross.

Oct 24, 202234 minEp. 283

Aliengaged Issue Two Kickstarter

Our 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 ....

Oct 17, 202230 minEp. 282

Civic Comics for Kids

The 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 ...

Oct 03, 202230 minEp. 281

Glamorella's Daughter Season Two

The 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 ....

Sep 26, 202232 minEp. 280

Comics as Art

It's episode 279 of the Okie Geek Podcast and we are talking to our friends from Literati Press about "Comics as Art". The exhibit is currently going on right now in Oklahoma City's Paseo District with an awards ceremony this Sunday at 3pm. We also discuss the next issue of "Glamorella's Daughter launching on Kickstarter next week. Our guest this week are Literati Press Chief Strategist Buck Berlin, ArtistMegan Harvey ( Instagram ) and Alexandra Brodt ( website , Twitter , Instagram , Patreon )....

Sep 19, 202231 minEp. 279

New World Comics' Superhero School

In 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 .

Sep 12, 202226 minEp. 278

2022 Theatre Crude Fringe Festival

Our 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 Faceb...

Aug 24, 202228 minEp. 277

Literati Press Keeping Busy

Our 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 ....

Aug 22, 202229 minEp. 276

MiracleCon 2022

Play 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 at...

Aug 10, 202226 minEp. 275

Pop Culture Talk

In 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.

Aug 08, 202229 minEp. 274

New World Comic Con Part Two

There'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....

Jul 25, 202234 minEp. 273

New World Comic Con 7

New 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 ....

Jul 18, 202231 minEp. 272

Paleo Vet Kickstarter

Our 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...

Jul 13, 202225 minEp. 271

Aliengaged

Our 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 ....

Jul 11, 202231 minEp. 270

Twisted Lords Con

A 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 ....

Jul 06, 202230 minEp. 269

SoonerCon Gaming & Miniatures

Oklahoma'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 ....

Jun 15, 202231 minEp. 268

SoonerCon Guests

In 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...

Jun 08, 202231 minEp. 267
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