On Episode 31 of The Geek Buddies, John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the ramifications and reactions to that New York Times article that dropped discussing the journey to The Rise of Skywalker. We give our thought son the controversial quotes and if people are making too much of it or are correct in their anger. We also break down and discuss the new trailers for Wonder Woman 1984, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and In the Heights in our latest Trailer Park segment. So much to brea...
Dec 13, 2019•1 hr 10 min
On Episode 30 of The Geek Buddies, John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the themes of family and betrayal in the Black Widow trailer, their thoughts on the Harley Quinn series and on the incredible final trailer for the upcoming Crisis on Infinite Earths crossover. For their main topic, they tackle the Forbes and Variety articles citing sources at WB claiming that they are having trouble making Superman relevant again in a movie. So much to break down and discuss here in another...
Dec 06, 2019•1 hr 13 min
Geek Buddies John Rocha and Shannon McClung get together to give you their SPOILER filled review of Episode 3 and 4 of The Mandalorian on Disney Plus. They break down what they loved, liked and weren't 100% sure they liked in each of the episodes. They discuss Deborah Chow's and Vryce Dallas Howard's direction, Jon Favreau's script, the performances, the score, and where they think this whole thing is going after these last two episodes. They also wonder if Baby Yoda is in fact a clone. Join the...
Dec 03, 2019•22 min
The Geek Buddies are down Michael Vogel for this one, but John Rocha and Shannon McClung bring you their SPOILER filled review of Watchmen Episode 5 titled "Little Fear of Lightning". They discuss what may be the best episode of the series so far and dive into ALL the book references that were heavily used throughout the episode. So much to discuss in this one as the plot thickens and that small light at end of the WTF tunnel closest shut again. Enjoy our breakdown and Remember to Share and Retw...
Nov 24, 2019•23 min
Geek Buddies John Rocha and Shannon McClung get together to give you their SPOILER filled review of Episode 2 of The Mandalorian on Disney Plus. They break down what they loved, liked and weren't 100% sure they liked in the episode, like those pesky Jawas. They discuss Rick Famuyiwa's direction, Jon Favreau's script, the performances, the score, and where they think this whole thing is going now that The Mandalorian has left his latest planet. PLUS BABY YODA AND IS FORCE POWERS! Join the Buddies...
Nov 22, 2019•20 min
On Episode 29 of The Geek Buddies, John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the reasons for why Charlie's Angels flopped at the box office and debate the merits of Elizabeth Banks' comments. They also discuss what a Dwayne Johnson Black Adam might look like, the conflicting reports about a Joker sequel and if the CGI dog in Call of the Wild is a selling point or a distraction. Also, that new CATS trailer.....Lordy....... It's another fun, no holds barred show about everything geeky ...
Nov 21, 2019•1 hr 8 min
The Geek Buddies aka John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung bring you their SPOILER filled review of Watchmen Episode 4 titled "If You Don't Like My Story, Write Your Own". They discuss all the latest in the storylines with Angela and Cal, Looking Glass, Laurie Blake, Ozymandius aka Adrian Veidt and the introduction of Lady Trieu! So much to discuss in this one as the plot thickens and yet there is a small light at end of the WTF tunnel. Enjoy our breakdown and Remember to Share and Retwe...
Nov 15, 2019•28 min
On Episode 28 of The Geek Buddies, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel steer the ship as John Rocha is in Australia on a set visit, but they get pundit and IG Schmoedown champion Mike Kalinowski to come aboard and talk all about Disney+ and its launch. They also dive into the Sonic redesign in the 2nd trailer, Mark Wahlberg in negotiations to be in the new Uncharted film, and the Russo brothers producing a docu-series on the history of Marvel vs. DC. A fun, no hold barred show that even delves int...
Nov 14, 2019•1 hr 2 min
The Geek Buddies aka John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung get together to give you their SPOILER filled review of Episode 1 of The Mandalorian on Disney Plus. They break down what they loved, liked and weren't 100% about in the episode. They discuss Dave Filoni's direction, Jon Favreau's script, the performances, the score, where they think this whole thing is going and THAT ENDING!!! Join the Buddies as they break it all down for ya in their own inimitable way! As always thanks for lis...
Nov 14, 2019•33 min
The Geek Buddies aka John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung bring you their SPOILER filled review of Watchmen Episode 3 titled "She Was Killed by Space Junk". They discuss Jean Smart showing up as Laurie Blake aka Silk Spectre, interpret the jokes she was telling, what the heck Is going on with Ozymandius, the game warden and his clones, and when will we see Doctor Manhattan! Enjoy this episode and Remember to Share and Retweet it! #Watchmen #HBO #JeanSmart --- Send in a voice message: ht...
Nov 08, 2019•23 min
On episode 27 of The Geek Buddies, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss the recent reports that Andy Serkis is in talks to play Alfred to Robert Pattinson's The Batman with Colin Farrell also having discussions about taking the role of The Penguin. The buddies also discuss the latest efforts by Warner Brothers to revitalize the Fantastic Beasts franchise, the new synopsis for PIXAR's Soul, and what lessons will studios take about their IP after the disappointment of Terminator: ...
Nov 07, 2019•1 hr 11 min
The Geek Buddies aka John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung give you their SPOILER filled review of Episode 2 of Watchmen, "Martial Feats of Comanche Horsemanship". They break down the storylines, acting, references to the Alan Moore graphic novel and what their thoughts are on the continuing storylines in this episode and the new characters being introduced. Also, they speculate on what he truth is about Don Johnson's Judd Crawford. Enjoy this episode and Remember to Share and Retweet it...
Nov 02, 2019•25 min
On episode 26 of The Geek Buddies, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss Benioff and Weiss leaving or getting fired off their Star Wars trilogy and if it indicates more behind the scenes trouble with Star Wars. They also discuss the Game of Thrones shocks and surprises as the Naomi Watts led series is cancelled by HBO while the House of the Dragon series gets a straight to series order, the new Berlanti shows announced for the CW and HBO Max including Superman & Lois, Strange...
Oct 31, 2019•1 hr 9 min
The Geek Buddies aka John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung give you their SPOILEr review of Episode 1 of Watchmen. They break dow the storylines, acting, hints to the Alan Moore graphic novel and what their thoughts are on Damon Lindelof's approach to the material. Also, they speculate on the big death in the first episode and what its significance might be as the season goes along. Remember to Share and Retweet this episode. #Watchmen #ReginaKing #DonJohnson --- Send in a voice message:...
Oct 27, 2019•22 min
On episode 25 of The Geek Buddies, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss the new The Rise of Skywalker trailer and if it left them excited or a little cautious about what we are getting in Episode IX. They also give their thoughts on Paul Dano as The Riddler in Matt Reeves' The Batman, who they'd cast as The Penguin, the Tulsa race riots from the beginning of HBO's Watchmen and Keanu Reeves possibly joining the Fast and Furious franchise. All that and more on another fun and unfi...
Oct 26, 2019•1 hr 3 min
On episode 24 of The Geek Buddies, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss the news the Kevin Feige has been named Marvel's Chief Creative Officer, Zoe Kravitz being officially cast as Catwoman in The Batman and possible other castings, Tony Gilro coming back to Star Wars for the Cassian Andor series, the new Bombshell and Dolittle trailers, AND Vogel who has been involved with My Little Pony since season two reveals what the legacy of the show as it ends its 9 year run. All that a...
Oct 17, 2019•1 hr 4 min
This week on The Geek Buddies, John Rocha and Shannon McClung talk all the latest surrounding the Joker movie and if it has a chance of connecting up to the larger DCU after its incredible performance at the box office. Also, they give their thoughts on the Matrix 4 casting, an all female Avengers movie, the Avengers: Damage Control and Shannon gives us his review of 2019's Halloween Horror Nights in Orlando! Thanks for downloading the show and remember to Retweet and Share it on your social med...
Oct 12, 2019•1 hr 6 min
On episode 22 of The Geek Buddies, John Rocha and Michael Vogel welcome senior VP of Development for Berlanti Productions Jonathan Gabay to the show! They talk the new Birds of Prey trailer, the Catwoman casting rumors, Spider-Man returning to the MCU thanks to Tom Holland and preview the upcoming Fall slate of geek TV shows. Gabay offers his thoughts on the Crisis Crossover event at the CW and what that experience was like for him. All that and more on another fun and unfiltered episode of The ...
Oct 04, 2019•1 hr 9 min
On this special episode of The Geek Buddies, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung welcome VoiceOver legend Rob Paulsen to the show for an hour long interview about his life, his career and his new book, "Voice Lessons: How a Couple of Ninja Turtles, Pinky, and an Animaniac Saved My Life". It's a fantastic interview with Paulsen who goes into his work on Animaniacs, Pinky and the Brain, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and more! He also relates the numerous experiences with fans and his canc...
Oct 02, 2019•1 hr 6 min
On episode 21 of The Geek Buddies, John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss the news that Kevin Feiege is doing a Star Wars movie. They look at what we can expect, what it means and what storylines the film might explore. The guys also chime in on the great news that the original cast is coming back for Jurassic World 3, the Joker controversy heating up and the latest Frozen II trailer. All that and more on another fun and unfiltered episode of The Geek Buddies! #KevinFeige #Jurassi...
Sep 28, 2019•1 hr 4 min
On this week's episode of The Geek Buddies, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel carry on without John Rocha who is out in London on a special project for Collider. The buddies welcome Marvel author and all around bad ass lady Liza Palmer to join them as they discuss the new Birds of Prey poster and teaser, the X-Men casting rumors and they interview Liza about her work for Marvel and what she has coming up! Another enjoyable episode from the Buddies. Make sure to enjoy and retweet the episode! ---...
Sep 20, 2019•57 min
The Geek Buddies are back this week with Episode 19 of the show! John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung discuss the rumors that the Russo Brothers might ave reveals at TIFF during a Q&A that they would be interested to come back to the MCU to direct The Fantastic Four, they also discuss Captain Marvel introducing a gay character into the MCU and if that character will be the Young Avengers' Hulkling in Captain Marvel 2, and they give their thoughts on Hailee Steinfeld possibly being K...
Sep 13, 2019•1 hr 5 min
The Geek Buddies are back this week with Episode 18 of their main show! John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung analyze the summer's box office results and give their thoughts on what it might be saying about the landscape of movies in general for the summers to come. They also weigh on a Harry Potter and The Cursed Child movie possibility, Ben Wheatley being named the new director for the Tomb Raider sequel and the fallout of Crazy Rich Asians co-screenwriter Adele Lim leaving the franchi...
Sep 06, 2019•1 hr 13 min
The Geek Buddies are back this week with a brand new episode and they are tackling all the big news coming out of D23! Sadly, Michael Vogel is at Burning Man this week, but listen for the message he recorded for you all. John Rocha and Shannon McClung carry on and welcome DC Movie News's Mike Kalinowski to dive into The Mandalorian trailer and plot details. They react to the fans calling it a grittier, more mature Star Wars. They also share their excitement over the Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney Plus se...
Aug 29, 2019•1 hr 12 min
The Geek Buddies are back this week with another brand new episode! John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung dive into the Sony vs Marvel and Disney controversy over their continued collaboration on Spider-Man, discuss what it means for the MCU and who they believe here. They also give you their thoughts on the news that Kevin Smith is doing a He-Man series, Matrix 4 reuniting Keanu Reeves, Carrie Ann Moss and Lara Wachowski and talk about the trailers for Ryan Murphy's The Politician and t...
Aug 22, 2019•1 hr 12 min
The Geek Buddies are back with another spoiler review for your listening pleasure! This week, the Buddies give their unfiltered thoughts about Amazon Prime's The Boys series. The show from creators Eric Kripke, Evan Goldberg and Seth Rogen is based on the Garth Ennis and Darick Robertson comic book series. The show stars Karl Urban, Jack Quaid, Erin Moriarty, Antony Starr, Chace Crawford and Elisabeth Shue. The guys discuss the acting, storylines, direction and general vibe of the show. They als...
Aug 16, 2019•28 min
The Geek Buddies are back this week with another brand new episode! John Rocha, Michael Vogel and Shannon McClung dive into the House of X and Powers of X currently happening in the X-Men comics. They also discuss the recent news that Henry Golding has been cast as Sanke eyes in a G.I. Joe spinoff film and his new trailer with Emilia Clarke for the film Last Christmas. They also give their thoughts on the new trailer for Dolemite Is My Name starring Eddie Murphy, Wesley Snipes, and Keegan-Michae...
Aug 15, 2019•1 hr 9 min
The Geek Buddies are back with another spoiler review for your listening pleasure! This week, the Buddies give their thoughts on the latest film from Quentin Tarantino. They discuss the acting, direction, story, plot lines and overall look of the film. They give you their thoughts on who really stood out in the movie and where they think this one ranks in the Tarantino lexicon of movies. Also, they address some of the controversies that have arisen since the movie's release. The Buddies cover it...
Aug 09, 2019•36 min
The Geek Buddies are back this week with another brand new episode! John Rocha and Michael Vogel handle the load this week as Shannon McClung is on set shooting a new episode of a TV show. The dynamic duo hold down the fort though as they give their thoughts on Andy Serkis in Venom 2, some DC casting rumors, and Lucasfilm joining the production team for Children of Blood and Sand. Also, Rocha and Vogel get in the ring to debate the Michael Bay Transformers films vs Bumblebee and what is next for...
Aug 08, 2019•1 hr 5 min
The Geek Buddies are back together this week! John Rocha, Michael Vogel, and Shannon McClung offer a retrospective on Quentin Tarantino's career on the heels of the release of Once Upon a Time...in Hollywood. They also discuss The Irishman and Zombieland: Double Tap trailers and discuss the Forbes article that details what the future of DC comics looks like now after the AT&T merger. A lot to cover here and the Buddies do it with their signature takes and humor! #quentintarantino #theirishma...
Aug 01, 2019•1 hr 8 min
