Episode 40: Belated Sequels
We at 20thCG loved Blade Runner 2049 and The Force Awakens, so Scott and Mike discuss other sequel ideas to films from the 80s.
Jan 10, 2018•1 hr 26 min
20th Century Geek
Whether by myself or with one of my friends, each episode I will look at some aspect of pop culture in the 20th Century. This may be looking at the history involved or just reviewing a film, comic or book was important or we just like.
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Episodes
Happy New Year Minisode
A quick thank you to those that contributed to 20th Century Geek in 2017 and a sneak peak at what is planned for 2018.
Jan 03, 2018•15 min
Episode 39: Christmas Movies Part 2
The second part of the Christmas Movie conversation with my wife Alex and our friends Eleanor and Lew. We get geeky about the festive films we love and some that we don't.
Dec 20, 2017•1 hr 5 min
Episode 38:Christmas Movies pt 1
I sit down with my wife (Alex) and two friends, Eleanor and Lew to talk festive films that we like and are not so fond of.
Dec 06, 2017•59 min
Episode 37: Amityville Horror Pt 2: It's impact Haunted House Movies
Scott chats with the Aaron and Matt from the Launchpad Pod about the Amityville Horror and haunted house movies. Check out the Launchpad pod at www.launchpadpod.com or on all podcast platforms.
Nov 22, 2017•Ep. 37
Episode 36: Amityville Horror Pt 1: The events
Fitz and Lil from the 'knock Once For Yes' podcast join me to talk about the events that took place in Amityville in late 1976. Was there a haunting that got hijacked by the media or was it all made up to get out of a bad financial situation? Check out the great 'Knock once for yes' podcast at: knockonceforyes.com
Nov 08, 2017•1 hr 14 min
Episode 35: Ghostwatch pt2 - Ghosts of Bolsover
I talk ghosts with some of the cast of the Halloween scare attraction at Bolsover Castle
Oct 27, 2017•49 min
Episode 34: GhostWatch retrospective part 1
I got the opportunity to discuss 1992' Ghostwatch with its creator and writer Stephen Volk. we discuss the shows inception, production and legacy.
Oct 11, 2017•1 hr 11 min
Episode 33: Monster Mash 2 - Return of the Living Dead vs. Re-Animator
Mike and Scott take on the debate of which is the better Horror Comedy of 1985 - Return of the Living Dead or Lovecraft's Re-Animator.
Sep 27, 2017•1 hr 1 min
Episode 32: Monster Mash 1: American Werewolf vs. The Howling
In the inaugural 20th Century Geek vs. battle two 1981 werewolf films go head to head. Which one will win?
Sep 13, 2017•1 hr 2 min
Bonus Episode: T2 3D Review
Mike and I were lucky enough to see the great Terminator 2 in 3D on the big screen recently. So we thought why not chat about it and other sequels that improve on the first film.
Sep 07, 2017•40 min
Episode 31: Podcasters in a half shell
I catch up with Stacey from "Stacey's Pop Culture Parlor" to talk all things Ninja Turtles. As well as a few fun tangents.
Aug 22, 2017•1 hr 15 min
Episode 30: Video Nasties
Mike and Scott go under the counter and pull out the 'Video Nasties' that Thatcher's Government didn't want people to see. Too gory, too sexy, too scary ... too much fun to miss!!
Aug 15, 2017•1 hr 32 min
Episode 29: 90's Cartoons
I catch up with the buys from Super Shakes Comic Shop (@SuperShakesShop) to talk about the tidal wave of cartoons that came out way in the 90s. We talk everything from Gargoyles to Earthworm Jim and Street Sharks to Cow & Chicken.
Aug 08, 2017•1 hr 36 min
Episode 28: The end of the Pop Culture Century
I talk with Orie Enav CEO of DragonFruit, the dating app by Geeks for Geeks, about when the 20th Century came to an end from a Pop Culture point of view. http://www.dragonfruitapp.com
Aug 01, 2017•1 hr 13 min
Episode 27: Horror - Author Peter McLean Interview
In this show I have a think about horror tales about the terror hiding just under the surface of normality. I also interview Drake author Peter McLean. we also have a great Drake giveaway.
Jul 28, 2017•52 min
Episode 26: Horror - Lovecraft and David Moody
It this episode I take a look at the legacy and influence of the horror literature icon H P Lovercraft. I also interview horror novelist and lover of the Apocolypse David Moody.
Jul 18, 2017•1 hr 22 min
Episode 25: Masters of the Universe Commentary
Mike and I travel to Eternia for some oiled up adventures. Only to come straight back to Earth with the cosmic key and record a commentary for Masters of the Universe.
Jun 30, 2017•1 hr 55 min
Episode 24: An interview with Ed Gale, the man in Chuck and the Duck
I managed to get an interview with the amazing Ed Gale, the man in the suit of Howard the Duck and Chucky. We get some behind the scenes scoop on getting into Hollywood and working with George Lucas.
Jun 16, 2017•49 min
Episode 23: Child's Play Commentary
I catch up with my friend Kim and we have a good chat about the first Child's play film.
Jun 02, 2017•1 hr 43 min
Episode 22: Tharg, Robots and Dinosaurs oh my!
I highlight two comic series I really enjoy but don't get enough attention. I also interview the guys from the podcast Xenozoic Xenophiles and former 2000AD editor John Tomlinson.
May 19, 2017•1 hr 31 min
Episode 21: Forgotten and Underrated Comics
I sit down with the guys from Super Shakes to discuss old comics that we think deserve more attention and possibly a reboot. www.super-shakes.co.uk/
May 05, 2017•1 hr 37 min
Episode 20: Red Dwarf
I look back at the great space sitcom Red Dwarf and discuss why this is such a great comedy.
Apr 21, 2017•54 min
Episode 19: Yes, Minister
I take a look at the great 80's sitcom 'Yes Minister' and it's sequel 'Yes Prime Minister'
Apr 07, 2017•38 min
Episode 18: Alternate Commentary - Cobra
Mike and I check out Stallone's attempt to start his own Dirty Harry cop series, and provide a commentary track for the film the only way we can.
Mar 24, 2017•1 hr 36 min
Episode 17: Alternate Commando Commentary
Mike and I get together to provide a 20th Century Geek commentary on the action fluff that is Commando (1985).
Mar 10, 2017•1 hr 36 min
Episode 16 British Invasion: Invading Super Shakes
I catch up with the guys from my Local Comic Book Shop and have a chat about comics, creators and milkshakes. www.super-shakes.co.uk [email protected]
Feb 24, 2017•1 hr 21 min
Episode 15: British Invasion: Secret Origins
A history of how Alan Moore, Neil Gaiman and Grant Morrison broke into comics. A review of Black Orchid, Arkham Asylam and V for Vendetta and finally and interview with Greg Carpenter, author of "British Invasion: Alan Moore, Neil Gaiman, Grant Morrison and the invention of the modern comic book writer"
Feb 12, 2017•1 hr 48 min
Episode 14: Elvis the King
A brief history of Elvis and 5 events that defined his career. Includes an interview with Todd Slaughter a senior member of the British Elvis Fan Club (http://www.elvispresleyfanclub.co.uk)
Jan 29, 2017•50 min
Episode 13: Beatlemania
A brief history of the the Fab Four and an interview with Ernie Sutton of the British Beatles Fan Club (britishbeatlesfanclub.co.uk) and Roy Browett, a life long Beatles fan.
Jan 13, 2017
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