'Shazam! Fury of the Gods' has flown into theaters... but did it arrive with the fury of a lightning bolt or fizzle as one of the last remnants of the established DCEU? Well, we've got answers! Ian Kerner joins me to talk about the soaring highs and potential lows of Zach Levi's latest appearance as Billy Batson, the boy who can summon the powers of the gods! Does this really mark the end of the Shazam films? How does the sequel compare to the fun original? Is 'The Flash' really going to mark th...
Mar 21, 2023•46 min
If you haven't heard of 'Stray Dogs', one of the best comic books of 2021 and 2022, then you haven't been paying attention! And you definitely haven't been listening to Geekscape... because I'm a huge fan of the book! Imagine a story like Homeward Bound mixed with Silence of the Lambs and told in a classic Disney animated style! It's fantastic! And now we have 'Stray Dogs' creator Tony Fleecs on the show to talk about collaborating with Trish Forstner and Geekscape friend Tone Rodriguez on the s...
Mar 14, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Geekscape Book Club host Christian Bladt is joined by John Pette for an interview with Writer, Director, Producer Kenneth Johnson, to discuss the 40th anniversary of the original "V" mini-series which he wrote and directed. He talks about how the story was originally not Science Fiction, the insanely quick rush into production, a fascinating technique for writing the dialogue, the stellar cast and crew, and how his involvement with the franchise fell apart during the sequel mini-series. Kenny al...
Mar 06, 2023•1 hr 53 min
The MCU starts Phase 5 off with 'Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania'! Scott Lang, Hope Van Dyne and the Pyms return to battle their biggest foe yet: Kang the Conquerer! So I join Geekscape's own multi-versal warlord Ian Kerner to talk about the film and compare it to the comics! What parts felt straight from the books and what parts were added to make things work on the big screen? Who is Kang and why is he really bad news for the rest of the Marvel universe? What might need to be phased out of t...
Feb 21, 2023•59 min
A few weeks ago, Disney's 'Homeward Bound' celebrated its 30th Anniversary at The El Capitan Theater in Hollywood! This is a hugely nostalgic film for so many of us and I was honored to be asked by one of the film's stars, Benj Thall, to moderate the cast and crew panel before the screening! Benj is a fantastic friend and the film is just as entertaining today as I'm sure you remember it being! Joining Benj and I onstage were his on-screen family of Robert Hays, Veronica Lauren Sawyer and Kevin ...
Feb 14, 2023•41 min
Longtime Geekscape friend Casper Van Dien is back on Geekscape to talk about his latest film 'Daughter'! We talk about the unique, end of the world horror film, how Casper stepped up to the challenge of its long monologues and why the film is getting all of the awards on the festival circuit! Along the way we discuss his crazy, diverse slate of films coming out right now, reminisce on my wedding and he describes what it's like dealing with dyslexia and ADHD for his entire life. And of course a t...
Feb 09, 2023•39 min
I'm going to keep having comic book creator guests until you get it through your heads that comics are the greatest storytelling medium of all time! Okay. Now that I've said that, please welcome 'White Savior' co-creators Eric Nguyen and Scott Burman onto Geekscape this week! 'White Savior' spoofs movies like Avatar and The Last Samurai and the whole idea of the white "outsider destined to save everyone"! What if they were actually an idiot? What if the real hero is an Asian American teacher who...
Feb 08, 2023•1 hr 2 min
It's time to go back to comics! Comics creator Kraig Rasmussen joins me on Geekscape this week to talk about his own sci-fi flavored titles, his publishing label Monkeygong and how you can get a copy of his new collection books 'Odds & Ends'! Along the way we'll talk about his writing and artwork on “Sojourners”, “Technopolis”, and “Furthest Reaches” and probably discuss the landscape of indie comics! I also spent some time at Pasadena Comic Con this weekend and have a lot of fan-centric stu...
Jan 31, 2023•1 hr 5 min
The team behind the narrative family podcast 'Otter Space' beams aboard Geekscape for a wholesome new episode! Co-creators and co-writers Benj Thall and Andrew Levine talk about taking their feature animated screenplay and developing it into a multipart podcast series. Joining them is 'Otter Space' cast member Samba Schutte, who you might be familiar with as Roach, the ship's cook, on 'Our Flag Means Death'! Together we'll talk about the project's journey, the challenges of putting it out to an ...
Jan 24, 2023•1 hr
Old school geeks might remember journalist Tom Merritt from his time on TechTV's radio shows! But Tom is also an award-winning independent tech podcaster and host of regular tech news and information shows, like Daily Tech News Show! And now Tom can add guest on Geekscape to his list of appearances as we talk about the most recent tech, that first episode of 'The Last of Us' and tons more! You can also subscribe to the Geekscape podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3BVrnkW Spotify: https:...
Jan 18, 2023•1 hr 4 min
It's a new year! So it's time for a new Geekscape! Matt Kelly, the head of the Geekscape Podcast Network, joins me to set up the year ahead! Along the way, we talk about James Cameron's 'Avatar: The Way of Water', 'Knives Out: Glass Onion' and Sylvester Stallone's new superhero epic 'Samaritan'! I also catch you up on the new Spider-Man and X-Men crossover event Dark Web! Oh yeah! And I went on my honeymoon and almost had to fight a monkey! Enjoy the play-by-play on a hilarious new episode! You ...
Jan 03, 2023•1 hr 23 min
Live from LA Comic Con 2022! We hosted a panel no whether or not to start a podcast! If you've been thinking about it, this might be the episode that finally convinces you! And maybe it teaches you what to and what not to do! I was honored to be joined by fellow podcasters Christian Bladt, Allen Dukes, Ashley Robinson, Jason Inman, Dustin Ruben and Zak Shaffer to talk about their own experiences in starting their podcasts, what lessons they've learned, what they've gotten out of it, and much mor...
Dec 26, 2022•59 min
Live from LA Comic Con 2022! I talk 1 on 1 with Power Rangers star Amy Jo Johnson! We talk about her memories of getting the role of the Pink Ranger, the crazy phenomenon of those early years, and her new love of filmmaking! Along the way, we talk about her battles with insecurity and how motherhood gave her a new direction! And that's not all so enjoy! You can also subscribe to the Geekscape podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3BVrnkW Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3H27uMH <a href="https:...
Dec 20, 2022•26 min
Live from LA Comic Con 2022! I got a chance to talk to the legendary LeVar Burton on the main stage! We took audience questions, talked about the importance of literacy and the book that changed his life! Along the way, LeVar and I discussed some of his memories of Star Trek: The Next Generation, the reunion that is Picard Season 3 and so much more! You won't want to miss this one! You can also subscribe to the Geekscape podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3BVrnkW Spotify: https://spoti....
Dec 16, 2022•25 min
Live from LA Comic Con 2022! I sat down with Blue's Clues host Steve Burns to talk about mental health, being a "serious" actor, having an audience grow up with him and so much more! How did he get the gig? What fan interaction sticks with him the most? And how does it feel passing the torch to a next generation of Blue's Clues hosts? There's a lot of great stuff here so enjoy! You can also subscribe to the Geekscape podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3BVrnkW Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3...
Dec 13, 2022•29 min
After an incredible weekend at Los Angeles Comic Con, the Geekscape team gathered for one final panel to review and celebrate all of the weekend's events! Dustin and Zak from 2 Dollar Late Fee riding the MegaForce bike! Garrett fighting the Joker heckling his panel! Jonathan almost ruining the Joe Dante recording! Diallo meeting his heroes! Christian making a kid's day by talking Black Panther! Allen stepping up on the Main Stage to talk Dragon Ball Z! Josh Jackson dropping in to review the show...
Dec 06, 2022•1 hr 8 min
Dave Stevens is a legend in the comic book world. Beyond creating 'The Rocketeer', Stevens set a high mark for creator owned properties, both in terms of ideas and execution. Stevens always demanded perfection from his work and this demand often bled into his relationships with others. Now, a documentary called 'Dave Stevens: Drawn To Perfection' is being released, documenting the ins and outs of Stevens' short but extraordinary career and its influences on the industry. I sit down with document...
Dec 01, 2022•1 hr 1 min
'The Guardians of the Galaxy Holiday Special' brings Marvel's Phase 4 to a joyful close with a bite-sized amount of holiday cheer! But is James Gunn's second to last visit with The Guardians just a light piece of entertainment? Or does it contain clues and ramifications for the future of the MCU? Ian Kerner and I sit down to rejoice and talk things over! You can also subscribe to the Geekscape podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3BVrnkW Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3H27uMH Learn more about ...
Nov 29, 2022•39 min
The popular Netflix animated series 'The Dragon Prince' returned this month for a brand new season and Geekscape wants to learn what it's all about (Ian Kerner DID try and get me to watch the series years ago but what hasn't he tried to get me to watch...?)! Luckily, we've got our own cheat sheet for catching up on things with series writers Eugene Ramos and Michal Schick dropping in to talk all things 'The Dragon Prince'! What's the fantasy epic about? Why is it so insanely popular and how much...
Nov 22, 2022•1 hr 2 min
Actor Noah Segan had been itching to make his indie vampire film 'Blood Relatives' for years! And now it's out and on Shudder... but most importantly now Noah is on Geekscape to talk about it! Noah is joined by his co-star Victoria Moroles to talk about writing and directing the indie vampire film, what vampire films he used as influences and a lot more! Enjoy! You can also subscribe to the Geekscape podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3BVrnkW Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3H27uMH <a href...
Nov 18, 2022•26 min
'Black Panther: Wakanda Forever', the biggest comic book movie of the year, is here and it leaves us a lot to talk about! Join Ian and I on a brand new Geekscape podcast as we talk Marvel's latest! And is it their greatest? How does that franchise move on after Chadwick Boseman's death? How does Tenoch Huerta's Namor stack up to his comic book counterpart? What other Marvel characters are introduced and what do they mean for the future of the MCU? We compare and contrast the comics to the film s...
Nov 15, 2022•1 hr 2 min
'Angus' and 'Spaced Invaders' filmmaker Patrick Read Johnson started filming his autobiographical film '5-25-77' way back in 2004! And now the celebration of filmmaking, Star Wars and small town dreams is finally getting released! Patrick joins us on a fantastic Geekscape to talk about finishing (and starting) the film, working with film legends like John Hughes, Stephen Spielberg and George Lucas and so much more! The Harrison Ford casting story is one of the best stories ever told on Geekscape...
Nov 08, 2022•1 hr 18 min
Geekscapists! I'm very excited to have Chicana filmmaker and comics creator Kayden Phoenix on the show! Kayden is an inspiration to me, constantly moving her multiple projects forward, whether it's in the world of film and TV or producing her very own of superhero comics! In fact, Kayden is credited as creating the very 1st Latina superhero team in comic book history with her graphic novels, A LA BRAVA! Now she has a new graphic novel in the works with MEXICA, Aztec Princess, currently on Kickst...
Nov 02, 2022•58 min
Well, you knew it was coming: The Geekscape breakdown of Warner Brothers and DC's new 'Black Adam' film, starring Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson! And whether you loved it, didn't care for it or are just apathetic towards it, it's time for Ian Kerner and I to talk the ins and outs of it! And there's lots to discuss, from the treatment of DC's newest anti-hero and his origin film, the lack of Shazam in a Shazam related movie, the inclusion of the Justice Society of America... and a ton of other things ...
Oct 26, 2022•1 hr 3 min
The big Geekscape Wedding was last weekend and it went off with only one hitch... WE got hitched! And now it's time to talk about the geekiest parts of it, from the custom decorations to the flower faeries to the geeky wedding party gifts and more! It really was right out of a fantasy story! To help me tell the tale, I'm joined by my new wife Mrs. Heidi Cox-London. She was responsible for keeping our geeky, DIY wedding affordable so now she can share how she did it! And there are LOTS of listene...
Oct 19, 2022•1 hr 24 min
Is 'She-Hulk' the greatest Marvel Disney+ show yet? It made fans laugh, rage and hopefully think as its blend of action, humor and commentary grew like a giant green monster every week! Now Ian and I sit down on a new Geekscape special to discuss the episodes and where we might see Jennifer Walters and the rest of She-Hulks cast of characters next! There will be major Spoilers so be warned! You can also subscribe to the Geekscape podcast on Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3BVrnkW Spotify: https...
Oct 17, 2022•1 hr 7 min
Just in time for Halloween, Marvel surprised us with their first Disney+ TV movie 'Werewolf By Night'! Originating on the pages of the 1970's Marvel comic, the film version features Gael García Bernal as the titular werewolf and alter ego Jack Russell! But that's not the only surprise Marvel character in store for us! Our very own Ian Kerner joins me to talk about this film version of the Marvel horror character, what other Marvel characters show up in the TV Special and what ramifications they'...
Oct 11, 2022•37 min
Action star Scott Adkins kicks his way on to the show to talk about his newest film 'Accident Man: Hitman's Holiday'! He's joined by the stunt and directing duo of The Kirby Brothers as we talk about choreographing fight scenes, the rigors of production and action directing and this project's origins in comic book fan films... and also 'Doctor Strange'! Before we get to that, I check in with all of you to say THANK YOU on the eve of a pretty big life event. There's a lot in this episode so enjoy...
Oct 10, 2022•47 min
Actor Finn Jones is probably most known to Geekscapists as Loras Tyrell in HBO's 'Game of Thrones' and as Danny Rand in the Netflix and Marvel series 'Iron Fist' and 'The Defenders'! Now Finn is back in the new Blumhouse horror film 'The Visitor', exploring a genre we're not as familiar with him in! So of course he dropped by Geekscape to talk horror films, genre acting and how Danny Rand should return to the MCU! There's a ton of great stuff in this episode so enjoy! You can also subscribe to t...
Oct 03, 2022•36 min
It's time for a geek check in! Is 'Andor', the new Disney+ Star Wars series, the best Star Wars series yet? And HBO's 'Last of Us' adaptation has a teaser trailer! Garrett Briones joins in to discuss comics including Avengers vs X-Men vs Eternals and the indie wresting fantasy book 'Do A Powerbomb'! I also finished the new 'Return to Monkey Island' and have to discuss it with someone... anyone! Strap yourselves in for a good one! You can also subscribe to the Geekscape podcast on Apple Podcasts:...
Sep 27, 2022•1 hr 8 min
