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GGR Pirate Radio

GGR: The Great Geek Refugewww.greatgeekrefuge.com

GGR Pirate Radio is a grab bag of geeky/nerdy content from the podcasters at the Great Geek Refuge! What used to be the flagship podcast is now a haven for special episodes, content from our other shows PLUS all of the old episodes of GGR Pirate Radio. Enjoy! And don’t be a juicebag!

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Episodes

GGR Pirate Radio - Best of 2023

It went so well on “At The Diner” that Mike decided to invite some of the other podcasters from the GGR Pirate Radio Network! Mike is joined by Mariah Beachboard and BJ Robinson of “FedCon: Federation Conversations” and Ulysses E. Campbell of “The Fantastic Forum Podcast” as they share their favorite media from 2023.

Jan 12, 20241 hr 12 min

The Sandman

This celebration of The Sandman as comics and show includes an in-depth interview of Kyo Ra who played Rose Walker.

Nov 11, 202249 min

Mike and Rambo At The Diner

A special podcast episode featuring Mike Lunsford and James Rambo having a conversation that starts at censorship, decency, realism in dialog in movies and then pivots to fast food restaurants they both want to try!

Sep 29, 20221 hr 53 min

Stranger Things Season 4 Pt 2 Discussion

And now, part 2 of our Stranger Things Season 4 discussion! Mike and Mariah are joined by "At The Diner" co-host and GGR editor James Rambo this time around. The trio discuss their feelings on the season but also delve into their own biggest fears and so much more! Give it a listen!

Aug 13, 20221 hr 44 min

Stranger Things Season 4 Discussion

Can you believe that in the 7 years of podcasting, GGR has never discussed Stranger Things? Well, GGR editors Mike Lunsford and Mariah Beachboard rectify that! They go into great detail about their thoughts on the first part of Season 4

Jun 26, 202258 min

GGR Trek Talk - Episode 2!

Trek Talk Episode 2 Host Mariah happily chats with BJ and Mike about Star Trek: Discovery Season 4 - specifically Disco’s excellent inclusion of LGBTQIA+, Star Trek Horror, how not to be an asshole, and how to evangelize non-trekkies! (Spoilers abound.)

Feb 08, 20221 hr 12 min

It's Very Cold (Open) In Space - A GGR Trek Talk Cold Open

Trek Talk Episode 2 Cold Open Mariah, BJ, and Mike share opinion about the last season of Picard since Mariah FINALLY watched the last episode. Kudos to friends who don’t spoil Star Trek! (Btw, this podcast contains spoilers.)

Feb 08, 202215 min

GGR Trek Talk

A special GGR Pirate Radio presentation: GGR Trek Talk! Host Mariah Beachboard and panelists Mike Lunsford and William “BJ” Robinson discuss their love of Star Trek. In particular, the trio go in depth about the importance of representation, positive female role models and the inclusion of people of color and LGBTQIA actors and characters.

Jun 12, 20211 hr 3 min

The Hitchhiker

The Great Geek Refuge presents: The Hitchhiker by Lucille Fletcher, adapted by Mariah Beachboard, James Rambo, and Mike Lunsford. Produced, Directed, and Edited by Mariah Beachboard Featuring the vocal talents of: Mike Lunsford as Ronald Adams Haizle Williams as Mrs. Adams Michael Burke, Joseph Kaitschuck, and Carl Bonebright as the many voices of the Hitchhiker James Rambo as the Attendant Jordan Lee Cloud as the waitress Casey Caracciolo as the Storekeeper Dorlainedenwen as the Female Hitchhik...

May 11, 2021

Announcement!

Things…they are a changin’. Follow the GGR Pirate Radio podcast at it’s new home: “At The Diner.” Links below for At The Diner. Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/at-the-diner/id1540520471 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/1qzMnbEg6BZdlOugLAWWf2?si=pv2sq4A2TL2oa9A1tlY7yA

Dec 21, 20203 min

The Great Geek Refuge Presents: A Christmas Carol

The Great Geek Refuge presents, our first radio play-cast: A Christmas Carol, by Charles Dickens, adapted for current times by Mike Lunsford and Benjamin Shapiro. Directed by Mike Lunsford

Nov 25, 20201 hr 20 min

Random Question Generator & What We're Watching

New podcast is same as the old one, except this one has a sweet new logo! Mike, MC, and Rambo use the Random Question Generator and then discuss “What We’re Watching/Playing”

Nov 16, 20201 hr 15 min

"In The End..."

Mike, MC, and Rambo delve into the changes at GGR Pirate Radio and why

Nov 14, 202017 min

Star Trek 101

Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo have another installment of Geek 101, an introductory level conversation about iconic characters and franchises. This time they delve into one of the most iconic television and movie franchises of all time: Star Trek.

Oct 31, 20201 hr 19 min

Cold Open - October 24, 2020

Mike, MC and Rambo discuss social media apps, being old, YouTube, its subscription service, algorithms, doing their first video podcast, and previewing what they'll be discussing in the other episodes for the week.

Oct 24, 202012 min

Cold Open - Oct 8th 2020: Tribute to Eddie Van Halen

Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo kick the week’s podcasts off with a cold opening. They discuss Jon Hamm’s abilities, some Fantastic Four fan-casting, our new subscribers on Patreon and teasing the episodes for this week. They also pay tribute to Eddie Van Halen after his recent passing.

Oct 10, 202021 min

At The Diner - "Tuna & Chocolate Chip on White"

Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo have a fun, unplanned conversation. It's a grab-bag of topics so prepare yourself as the crew talks food they can't stand, professions that they prefer has a cocky, self-sure representative, and so much more. Do you want access to this episode early, too? Make sure you sign up for our Patreon as well and you’ll get to listen to this early as well!

Oct 04, 20201 hr 12 min

Superman 101

Mike, Steve, MC and Rambo premiere a new segment: Geek 101, an introductory level conversation about iconic characters and franchises. They start with one of the most iconic superheroes of all time, the Man of Steel himself, Superman.

Oct 03, 20201 hr 18 min

Cold Opening - October 1st 2020

This cold open features Mike telling the crew about his upcoming “Christmas Carol” radio drama, discusses his Karate Kid binge and he, MC, Steve and Rambo discuss the movies and the Cobra Kai series. They also talk about the joy they get from sharing things with their friends.

Oct 03, 202023 min

At The Diner - "The Bronze Medal"

A conversation starter courtesy of Steve, the crew discuss what the 3rd place thing is when the top 2 are clear. For example, when it comes to space-based Science Fiction franchises, Star Wars and Star Trek are 1 and 2...but what's 3? Mike, Steve, MC, and Rambo discuss.

Sep 27, 202033 min

Bonus Episode! What We're Watching September 2020

This was a Patreon early-access episode for our patrons. You can join, too! 5 bucks a month gets you early access to episodes just like this one! Join today! Mike, Rambo and MC discuss what they’re watching right now when it comes to movies and TV. Shows include: Assassination Classroom, Doctor Stone, Wings, New Girl, Seinfeld, Friends, It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Friday Night Dinner, Cobra Kai, Lost in Space, America’s Test Kitchen, Cook’s Country, Star Trek: The Next Generation, the Sea...

Sep 07, 202039 min
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