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Geeks on Trial

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We settle petty disputes between actual geeks over movies, video games, board games, and more. To submit your own case, e-mail us at GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com, or use this form: https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8
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Episodes

How Buff Should You Be to Play Superman? + Classic Movie Re-releases

Where's the line when it comes to joking about your significant other? This week's defendant is in trouble for saying her boyfriend isn't buff enough to be Superman. Before the case, we discuss the recent trend of classic movies returning to theaters for limited showings. Watch this episode at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or our form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠h...

May 01, 202457 min

Who Gets to Pick the Music at the Office? + Animators Outsourcing to North Korea

What's the etiquette when it comes to playing music in the workplace? Today, we debate whether it's wrong to ask a co-worker to change their tune. Before the case, we discuss a recent leak indicating that some major streaming shows may have been outsourcing animation to North Korea. Watch this episode at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or our form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8 ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Apr 24, 202458 min

Ruining Fallout For Your Boyfriend + Trump's Jury Selection

This week's defendant is in hot water with her significant other for accidentally spoiling the new Fallout TV show. Is this an unforgiveable crime, or was her heart in the right place? Before the case, we turn to politics and discuss the dilemma of selecting a jury for Donald Trump's upcoming trial. Watch this episode at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or our form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Suppor...

Apr 17, 20241 hr 3 min

Why Buy Your Girlfriend's Book? + Earthquakes & Eclipses

You should always support your loved ones, but how far is too far? Today, we judge a man for refusing to buy his girlfriend's new book. Before the case, we discuss the recent apocalyptic events of an eclipse and a New Jersey earthquake. Watch this episode at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or our form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: ⁠...

Apr 10, 202451 min

What's Wrong With Movie Theater Blankets? + Ads Coming to Discord

Is it weird to bring a blanket into the movie theater? What if you're cold? Do you deserve to be judged? Yes! (By us.) Before the case, we discuss Discord's announcement that they'll be incorporating ads into their gaming streams. Watch this episode at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, or our form: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Support us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ht...

Apr 03, 202454 min

Eras Tour Ticket Snub + The Dying Podcast Medium

There's some Bad Blood (TM) between two friends over a case of Taylor Swift concert tickets. Don't worry, we're here to settle things! Before the case, we discuss recent layoffs at Sirius XM and the struggles of current podcasts. Watch this episode at: ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial⁠⁠ ⁠⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠, or our form: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Support us at ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠htt...

Mar 27, 20241 hr 3 min

Can D&D Players Interrupt Their DM? + TikTok Ban Bill

The DM is the arbiter of everything in a game of Dungeons & Dragons, but is there ever a time when a player can interrupt them? This week, we settle the case of a contested fireball. Before the case, we discuss the ramifications of the recent bill to ban TikTok. Watch this episode at: ⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial⁠ ⁠⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠ ⁠⁠⁠, or our form: ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ ⁠⁠⁠ Support us at ⁠⁠⁠ ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnT...

Mar 20, 202455 min

Using Your Kids for TikTok Clout + 2024 Oscar Winners

Should kids be featured on social media, or do we need more family boundaries in place? We'll see who we side with in today's case of an online family feud. Before the case, we discuss the winners of the 96th Academy Awards. Watch this episode at: ⁠⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial ⁠⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠⁠⁠ GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com ⁠⁠⁠, or our form: ⁠⁠⁠ https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8 ⁠⁠⁠ Support us at ⁠⁠⁠ http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial ⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: ⁠⁠ http://linktr.ee/geeksontr...

Mar 13, 20241 hr 2 min

Where to Lay Your Cards on the Table + Fast Food AI Integration

What's the most fair way to lay a board game on the table? Our defendant today is on trial for making a fuss over a tabletop setup, but are his concerns justified? Before the case, we discuss the pros and cons of AI tech being integrated into fast food restaurants. Watch this episode at: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial⁠⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠⁠⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠, or our form: ⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠⁠⁠ Support us at ⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠⁠⁠ Follow ...

Mar 06, 20241 hr 10 min

Who Has the Right to Design Sprites? + Nintendo Switch 2 Rumors

When two indie game developers clash over who's designing the sprites, it's up to us to settle things. How should an amateur game design workload be split? Before the case, we discuss Nintendo's recent Partner Direct, and rumors about their next console. Watch this episode at: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial⁠⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠⁠⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠, or our form: ⁠⁠⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠⁠⁠ Support us at ⁠⁠⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠⁠⁠ Follow us: ⁠⁠http:...

Feb 28, 20241 hr

Would You Attend a Dry Game Night? + Super Bowl Movie Trailers

Are game nights an occasion for drinking, or is it okay to go sober? We judge a defendant being tried for hosting an alcohol free get-together. Before the case, we discuss the new movie trailers that debuted during this year's Super Bowl. Watch this episode at: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial⁠ Submit your own case via ⁠ ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠ ⁠, or our form: ⁠ ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ ⁠ Support us at ⁠ ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ ⁠ Follow us: ⁠http://linktr.ee/geekson...

Feb 14, 202453 min

Fantasy Football Feud + Our Superbowl Traditions

Foul play on the football field! This week's defendant tipped off a Fantasy Football competitor, giving them the edge over another player. Should he have kept his mouth shut, or was this legal advice? Before the case, we discuss our personal Super Bowl traditions (or lack thereof). Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠ GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com ⁠, or our form: ⁠ https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8 ⁠ Support us at ⁠ http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial ⁠ ...

Feb 07, 202451 min

Would You Let Your Kid Buy a Gaming PC?

When your daughter shows interest in purchasing a gaming PC, do you let it happen? What if you're worried it will affect her grades? We're here to give our verdicts. Plus, we chat about what we've been watching lately, including Die Hard and Bruce Lee movies. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠ GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com ⁠, or our form: ⁠ https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8 ⁠ Support us at ⁠ http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial ⁠ Follow us: http://linkt...

Jan 31, 202453 min

Is Video Game Research Cheating? + 2024 Oscar Nominees

Is there a wrong way to play a video game? This week's defendant argues that researching every aspect of the game beforehand may qualify as cheating. Before the case, we give our thoughts on this year's Academy Awards nominees. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksontrial Case link: https://w...

Jan 24, 20241 hr 14 min

A Complicated Camel Up Complex + Nintendo Theme Park Rumors

This week's defendant feels wronged by the other party who he claims played the board game 'Camel Up' improperly. How will we judge this game night misdemeanor? Before the case, we discuss recent rumors of new Nintendo rides coming to Universal Studios. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geekson...

Jan 17, 20241 hr

Anime Body Pillows in the Common Room + 2024 Movie Preview

Is an anime body pillow something to be ashamed of, or should you be proud to display it in a common area? We settle the matter once and for all. Before the case, we discuss our most anticipated movie releases of 2024. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksontrial Case link: https://www.reddit...

Jan 10, 20241 hr 3 min

Star Wars Couples Costume Confusion + Steamboat Willie in the Public Domain

We've got a mystery on our hands! This week's case involves a couple of Star Wars fans who can't agree on whose idea it was to dress up... Before the case, we examine 2024's newest additions to the public domain, including Steamboat Willie. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksontrial Case li...

Jan 03, 202455 min

Playing Call of Duty with the Boys on Christmas + Our Holiday Traditions

In this week's case, the boys wanna play Call of Duty on Christmas day! Will we allow this, or must our defendant spend the entire holiday with his boring family? Before the case, we talk about the geeky (and not so geeky) Christmas traditions we keep with our families. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://...

Dec 29, 202349 min

Beating Your Boyfriend's Mom at Wordle + Oppenheimer Blu-Ray Sales

Wordle - family bonding opportunity or recipe for conflict? We settle the case of a word game gone wrong on today's episode. Before the case, we ponder the stellar sales of the newly released Oppenheimer blu-ray. Could physical media be making a comeback? Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeks...

Dec 22, 202348 min

How to Handle Your Unsupervised Kid Buying a PS5 Game + The Abyss 4K Remaster

It's a complex case this week, as we settle a dispute between a mother and father over their young son. Who's to blame when a video game is purchased without permission? Before the case, we relay our experience seeing the newly remastered edition of James Cameron's The Abyss in theaters. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ ...

Dec 15, 202355 min

Should You Tell Someone If Their Book Sucks? + Spotify Wrapped 2023

When giving someone creative feedback, how much should you sugarcoat the truth? We decide if this week's defendant was too blunt with their words. Before the case, we go over the Spotify Wrapped music and podcast stats from 2023. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksontrial Case link: https:/...

Dec 08, 202350 min

Drama in Musical Theatre Club + Elon Musk's Monkey Chips

Drama alert! There's been some backstage gossip about this week's musical theatre defendant, but did her response to the negativity go too far? Before the case, we discuss the fact that Elon Musk is apparently killing monkeys with brain chips. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksontrial Case...

Dec 01, 202355 min

Does Chatting Up AI Bots Count as Cheating? + Gen Z v. Dating Apps

AI chat bots are all well and good until they start interfering with your love life. Is today's defendant guilty of romancing a robot? Before the case, we discuss a recent study which shows that dating app usage is down among Gen Z. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksontrial Case link: http...

Nov 24, 202354 min

Exposing Your Baby to Video Games + Warner Bros.' Canceled Wile E. Coyote Movie

This week's defendant likes to play video games around his eight-month old son, but the mom thinks it's too much. Should he be limiting his screen time? Before the case, we lament Warner Bros.' recent movie cancellations, including one featuring John Cena and Wile E. Coyote. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: ht...

Nov 17, 202348 min

Making Your Girlfriend Marathon The Lord of the Rings + Zelda Movie Announcement

For a special birthday celebration, our defendant foists a Lord of the Rings movie marathon on his girlfriend. Does he have a right to be upset when she gets bored? Before the case, we talk about the recently announced live-action Legend of Zelda movie coming from Nintendo and Sony. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follo...

Nov 10, 202358 min

Should You Correct Your Museum Guide? + Cutting Streaming Services

This week, a true geek knows more than their hired museum tour guide. Is it right for them to speak up and correct them in front of a crowd? Before the case, we debate how many streaming services are worth keeping and the future television landscape. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksontri...

Nov 03, 202355 min

Five Nights at Freddy's Costume Dispute + Jonathan's Trip to Japan

This week, we settle a Halloween costume dispute between friends over who dresses as which Five Nights at Freddy's character. Before the case, Jonathan talks about his recent trip to Japan, including his experience with movie theaters and horror mazes. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksont...

Oct 27, 20231 hr 2 min

Railroading an Obstinate D&D Player + Resurrecting Cancelled TV Shows

This week, a Dungeons & Dragons player feels railroaded by his DM, but is he just overreacting? Before the case, we discuss which cancelled TV shows which most like to see get a new season. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksontrial Case link: https://www.reddit.com/r/DnD/comments/req9p...

Oct 20, 202347 min

Cutting Theme Park Lines + Halloween Horror Attractions

This week, our defendant has an awkward experience trying to prevent line cutting at Universal Studios, but were their intentions good? Before the case, we discuss our experiences with spooky attractions in Halloween season. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksontrial Case link: https://www....

Oct 13, 202353 min

Unwanted Comic Opinions on Facebook + Our Bans From Reddit

This week, our defendant received some backlash over their Facebook comments regarding someone's comic book collection. Did they go too far? Before the case, we relay the facts about our recent bans from Reddit and how that relates to the show. Watch this episode at: https://www.youtube.com/@geeksontrial Submit your own case via ⁠GeeksOnTrial@gmail.com⁠, or our form: ⁠https://forms.gle/vnVjaPZjBaSLTzPa8⁠ Support us at ⁠http://patreon.com/GeeksOnTrial⁠ Follow us: http://linktr.ee/geeksontrial Cas...

Oct 06, 20231 hr 6 min
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