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The Geek Buddies

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The Geek Buddies are Film Critic/Writer/Host John Rocha, Animation EP/Writer Michael Vogel, and Actor/Animation Writer Shannon McClung. Three industry pros and longtime friends giving you their unique perspectives on everything geek in the world of entertainment.
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Episodes

Star Wars The Bad Batch Season 1 Episode 2 Spoiler Review with Laura Kelly

Star Wars: The Bad Batch from creators Dave Filoni and Jennifer Corbett returns with Episode 2 of this first season and The Geek Buddies with special guest Laura Kelly are here with their spoiler review of it! After escaping Crosshair and the Imperials on Kamino, the Bad Batch head to the planet of Saleucami to meet up with an old friend. They discover the growing power of the Empire, how tough it is being parents to Omega, and battle fellow clone troopers to help their friends get off the plane...

May 09, 20211 hr 13 min

DC's Black Superman, Eternals Footage Reveal, Finn Wittrock is Guy Gardner, Dr. Strange WandaVision

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the news that WB and DC are moving forward with a black Superman with a script from Ta-Nehisi Coates, that Marvel trailer and the Eternals footage reveal as well as the titles for the upcoming MCU sequels, Finn Wittrock being cast to play Guy Gardner, Doctor Strange almost appearing in WandaVision and more! Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Na...

May 07, 20211 hr 1 min

Star Wars The Bad Batch Episode 1 Spoiler Review and Analysis with special guest Laura Kelly

The much anticipated series Star Wars: The Bad Batch from creators Dave Filoni and Jennifer Corbett debuted on May 4th and The Geek Buddies with special guest Laura Kelly are here with their spoiler review for Episode 1! While assisting Jedi Knights Depa Billaba and Caleb Dume on Kaller, Clone Captain Grey receives Order 66. The Bad Batch overhears the order, but they feel no compulsion to execute it. Back on Kamino, the Bad Batch encounters Omega, a young female clone. Admiral Tarkin later arri...

May 05, 20211 hr 40 min

INVINCIBLE Season 1 Spoiler Review

The first season of Invincible just wrapped up on Amazon Prime and The Geek Buddies are here to give their review of the entire season! From The Walking Dead creator Robert Kirkman, and based on the Skybound/Image comic of the same name by Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, Invincible is an hour-long, adult animated superhero show that revolves around seventeen-year-old Mark Grayson (Steven Yeun), who’s just like every other guy his age — except that his father is the most powerful superhero...

May 04, 20211 hr 5 min

West Side Story, Luca, and Tomorrow War Trailers, Mortal Kombat Review, Marvel Hires Ironheart Head Writer

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the new trailers for West Side Story, Luca, and Tomorrow War, review Mortal Kombat and where the franchise goes from here, Chinaka Hodge being named head writer for Marvel's Ironheart, Elizabeth Banks rebooting The Flintstones into a Pebbles spinoff animated series and more! Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Nation YouTube channel below. #Mort...

Apr 29, 20211 hr 3 min

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Finale LIVE Spoiler Review and Analysis with Guest Mike Kalinowski

The season finale of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier just premiered on Disney Plus and The Geek Buddies along with guest Mike Kalinowski are here to talk about it LIVE with you! The finale was the culmination of all the storylines that had been laid out throughout the season with Sam (Anthony Mackie) and Bucky (Sebastian Stan) taking on the Flag Smashers led by Karli (Erin Kellyman). But what role will Sharon Carter play (Emile VanCamp) and what happened to John Walker (Wyatt Russell)? Also, w...

Apr 25, 20213 hr 5 min

Shang-Chi Trailer, Olivia Colman & Emilia Clarke in Secret Invasion, Michael Keaton Joins The Flash

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the new Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings trailer from Marvel and Disney Studios. They dive into the lore of the character and reveal what impressed them about the trailer. They also discuss Olivia Colman and Emilia Clarke joining the Secret Invasion series from Marvel and Disney Plus, Michael Keaton officially joining The Flash, the new trailer for Ted Lasso Season 2 and more! Remember to Li...

Apr 22, 20211 hr 17 min

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 5 Review and Analysis with Mike Kalinowski

Episode 5 of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier deals with the fallout of new Captain America, John Walker (Wyatt Russell), going crazy towards the end of the last episode and murdering one of the Flag-Smashers with the vibranium shield. Sam Wilson aka Falcon (Anthony Mackie) and Bucky (Sebastian Stan) deal with Zemo (Daniel Brühl) and try to get the shield from Walker (Wyatt Russell). Also, the Flag Smashers movement becomes more violent led by Karli (Erin Kellyman) and Isaiah Bradley (Carl Lumb...

Apr 17, 20212 hr 13 min

F9, Army of the Dead Trailers, Lucy Liu Shazam 2, Phoebe Waller-Bridge Indy 5, Cinerama Dome Closes

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the new F9 and Army of the Dead trailers, Lucy Liu and Helen Mirren joining the Shazam universe, Phoebe Waller-Bridge coming aboard Indiana Jones 5, and offer special tribute to the closing of the Cinerama Dome and Pacific Arclight theaters! Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Nation YouTube channel below. #F9​​ #ArmyoftheDead #TheGeekBuddies​​​...

Apr 14, 20211 hr 4 min

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 4 Spoiler Review with Mike Kalinowski

Episode 4 of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier ramps up the action, political intrigue, and verbal battles between Sam Wilson aka Falcon (Anthony Mackie), Bucky (Sebastian Stan), Zemo (Daniel Brühl) and John Walker (Wyatt Russell) and Lemar Hoskins (Clé Bennett). The episode also features Karli (Erin Kellyman) and the Flag Smashers movement becoming more violent leading to a shocking ending. The all-new series is directed by Kari Skogland with Malcolm Spellman as the head writer. It also stars D...

Apr 10, 20212 hr 15 min

Loki, Black Widow, Space Jam 2, Batman The Long Halloween Trailers and Ray Fisher's THR Interview

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel analyze the new LOKI trailer and what it might be teasing for the future of the MCU. They also go in depth on the Ray Fisher THR interview and discuss if it signals a sea change in the industry. Plus, they talk the new Space Jam 2, The Long Halloween and the Black Widow trailers and more! Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Nation YouTube channel below....

Apr 08, 20211 hr 4 min

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 3 Spoiler Review with Mike Kalinowski

Episode 3 of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier ramps up the action, political intrigue, and verbal battles between Sam Wilson aka Falcon (Anthony Mackie) and Bucky aka Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan). The episode also features the return of Baron Zemo (Daniel Brühl) and Sharon Carter (Emily VanCamp), a visit to Madripoor, the Flag Smashers getting more powerful and the growing incompetence of John Walker's Captan America. The all-new series is directed by Kari Skogland with Malcolm Spellman as t...

Apr 03, 20211 hr 57 min

INVINCIBLE Review Episodes 1, 2 and 3

Based on the Skybound/Image comic of the same name by Robert Kirkman, Cory Walker, and Ryan Ottley, INVINCIBLE is an hour-long, adult animated superhero show that revolves around seventeen-year-old Mark Grayson (Steven Yeun), who’s just like every other guy his age — except that his father is the most powerful superhero on the planet, Omni-Man (J.K. Simmons). But as Mark develops powers of his own, he discovers that his father’s legacy may not be as heroic as it seems. The series also stars Sand...

Apr 02, 202126 min

Kenobi Cast and Bad Batch Trailer, Suicide Squad and Pierce Brosnan as Doctor Fate, Invincible Review, and Thundercats!

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss Star Wars updates including the new Kenobi cast announcement and the new Bad Batch trailer. They also talk the DC updates including Pierce Brosnan being cast as Doctor Fate, the update on a live action Thundercats, and they review the first three episodes of Invincible and more! Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Nation YouTube channel below. #...

Apr 01, 20211 hr 6 min

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 2 Spoiler Review and Easter Eggs with Mike Kalinowski

The second episode of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier ramps up the action, political intrigue, and verbal battles between Sam Wilson aka Falcon (Anthony Mackie) and Bucky aka Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan). We get more info on John Walker the new Captain America (Wyatt Russell) and the Flag Smashers may not be all they appear to be. PLUS, the first black Captain America, the legendary Isaiah Bradley makes his first appearance in the MCU! The all-new series is directed by Kari Skogland with Ma...

Mar 28, 20211 hr 54 min

Warner CEO Talks SnyderVerse and Ray Fisher, Black Widow Delayed, MechaGodzilla and Emerald Fennell Writes Zatanna

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the Variety interview with Warner CEO Ann Sarnoff where she addressed the SnyderVerse, the Ayer Cut, Ray Fisher and more. Plus the buddies talk Disney delaying Black Widow and Cruella again, Emerald Fennel tapped to write Zatanna live action film for DC, the trailers for Kong vs Godzilla (Chinese trailer), Amazon Prime's Them and HBO Max's The Nevers and more! Remember to Like and Share this episode ...

Mar 24, 20211 hr 16 min

Zack Snyder's Justice League LIVE Spoiler Review, Analysis and Easter Eggs with Mike Kalinowski

In ZACK SNYDER’S JUSTICE LEAGUE, determined to ensure Superman’s (Henry Cavill) ultimate sacrifice was not in vain, Bruce Wayne (Ben Affleck) aligns forces with Diana Prince (Gal Gadot) to recruit a team of metahumans and protect the world from an approaching threat of catastrophic proportions. Each of the recruits must face their own demons to transcend what has held them back. Batman, Wonder Woman, Aquaman (Jason Momoa), Cyborg (Ray Fisher) and The Flash (Ezra Miller) fight to save the planet ...

Mar 22, 20213 hr 21 min

The Falcon and the Winter Soldier Episode 1 Spoiler Review and Easter Eggs with Mike Kalinowski

Following the events of “Avengers: Endgame,” Sam Wilson/Falcon (Anthony Mackie) and Bucky Barnes/Winter Soldier (Sebastian Stan) team up in a global adventure that tests their abilities—and their patience—in Marvel Studios’ “The Falcon and The Winter Soldier.” The all-new series is directed by Kari Skogland with Malcolm Spellman as the head writer. It also stars Daniel Bruhl, Emily Van Camp, Wyatt Russell, Erin Kellyman, and Adepero Aduye. On this video, John Rocha, Michael Vogel, Shannon McClun...

Mar 20, 20211 hr 54 min

Road to Falcon and Winter Soldier, Zack Snyder Justice League Reactions, Zatanna and Batgirl Series

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the initial reactions and reviews for Zack Snyder's Justice League, the Zatanna and Batgirl series coming from HBOMax, Disney Plus releasing the Ewok films, the Star Wars Holiday Special and the early Clone Wars movies and they discuss their Road to Falcon and Winter Soldier. Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Nation YouTube channel below. #Fal...

Mar 18, 20211 hr 15 min

WandaVision Post Mortem, Disney Recommits to Kathleen Kennedy, Powerpuff Girls, Kung Fu Trailer

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel give their thoughts on all the WandaVision post mortem interviews being done by Elizabeth Olsen, show runner Jac Schaeffer and director Mat Shakman. Talking what theories came to pass, what theories were in play, and what scenes were cut cue to time restrictions. The guys also talk Bob Chapek's comments about Kathleen Kennedy and Gina Carano, the new Kung Fu trailer, and the cast for the live action Powerpuf...

Mar 11, 20211 hr 19 min

WandaVision Episode 9 Spoiler Review LIVE! - Analysis and Easter Eggs with Guest Emma Fyffe

WandaVision Season 1 wrapped up with an explosive, action packed and revealing finale! Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) battles Agatha Harkness (Kathryn Hahn) in a magic battle for the ages while Vision (Paul Bettany) comes face to face with himself and Monica (Teyonah Parris) must escape Pietro's (Evan Peters) clutches in order to stop Hayward from taking advantage of the distractions. WandaVision is directed by Matt Shakman and showrun by Jac Schaeffer . The show also stars Paul Bettany, Randall Park, ...

Mar 06, 20213 hr 3 min

WandaVision Finale Predictions, Avatar Studios is Born, Indira Varma Joins Kenobi, Mortal Kombat Trailer Reaction

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel give their predictions for the WandaVision finale this week, discuss the birth of Avatar Studios at Nickelodeon, the Mortal Kombat, Army of the Dead and Luca trailers and Indira Varma joining the Kenobi series and what role she might be playing! Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Nation YouTube channel below. #TheGeekBuddies​​​​​​ #WandaVision #Avatar ...

Mar 04, 20211 hr 5 min

WandaVision Episode 8 Spoiler Review, Analysis and Easter Eggs with Special Guest Emma Fyffe

WandaVision Season 1 continues with Episode 8. This week, Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) embarks on a troubling journey revisiting her past for insight into her present and future. WandaVision is directed by Matt Shakman and showrun by Jac Schaeffer . The show also stars Paul Bettany, Randall Park, Kat Dennings, Kathryn Hanh, Emma Caulfield, Debra Jo Rupp and more. John Rocha, Michael Vogel, Shannon McClung and special guest Emma Fyffe give you their SPOILER review of Episode 8 including analysis, east...

Feb 27, 20212 hr 5 min

Spider-Man: No Way Home Title Reveal, Superman and Lois Debuts, Blue Beetle Live Action Film

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss their reaction to the title reveal for the Spider-Man 3 film titled Spider-Man: No Way Home, review the first episode of Superman and Lois, the first Latino led superhero film being green lighted by DC profiling Jaime Reyes as Blue Beetle, Sasha Calle being cast as Supergirl in the new Flash movie, and Zack Snyder's interview with Vanity Fair revealing the journey that Justice League took and more! R...

Feb 25, 20211 hr 9 min

WandaVision Episode 7 Spoiler Review, Analysis and Easter Eggs with Special Guest Emma Fyffe

WandaVision Season 1 continues with Episode 7 this week. Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) are now physically separated after the events of last week. Wanda wants a day to relax away from the kids while Vision enlists the aid of Darcy Lewis to find his way back to his house and Wanda. Meanwhile, Monica Rambeau discovers the changes that have occurred to her body as she attempts to reenter the Hex. As she gets closer to Wanda, a friend steps forward with a reveal that will change ...

Feb 20, 20212 hr 14 min

Cruella Trailer Rocks, Justice League Trailer Reveals Darkseid and Joker, Zawe Ashton Cast in Captain Marvel 2, Scorsese Argues Content

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the new Cruella trailer from Disney starring Emma Stone. They also discuss the casting of Zawe Ashton as the villain on Captain Marvel 2, Martin Scorsese's essay on Fellini for Harper's Magazine, and they dive deep into the latest Justice League trailer from Zack Snyder and HBO Max and more! Remember to Like and Share this episode on your social media and to Subscribe to The Outlaw Nation YouTube cha...

Feb 17, 20211 hr 9 min

WandaVision Episode 6 Spoiler Review, Analysis and Easter Eggs with Special Guest Emma Fyffe

WandaVision Season 1 continues with Episode 6 this week. Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) and Vision (Paul Bettany) are getting ready to celebrate their first Halloween in Westview with their twins Tommy and Billy and their newly returned Uncle Pietro (Evan Peters). But all is not well as Vision continues to investigate the weirds goings on in the town and Wanda's role in all of it while SWORD tries to stop Monica, Darcy and Jimmy from trying to help Wanda. What will give between these powerful forces an...

Feb 13, 20211 hr 59 min

Tom Holland Talks Spider-Man 3, Falcon and WS Trailer, Charisma Carpenter's Joss Whedon Allegations

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss the news that Tom Holland stated in an interview with Esquire that Tobey Maguire and Andrew Garfield are not in Spider-Man 3, the new picture of Jared Leto's Joker in Zack Snyder's Justice League, the Super Bowl trailers for Falcon and the Winter Soldier, F9, Old and they dive in deep on the Charisma Carpenter accusations about Joss Whedon and what this means in a post #MeToo and #BlackLivesMatter wo...

Feb 11, 20211 hr 13 min

WandaVision Episode 5 Spoiler Review, Analysis and Easter Eggs with Special Guest Emma Fyffe

WandaVision Season 1 continues with Episode 5 this week and we are getting a fuller picture of what Wanda (Elizabeth Olsen) is doing in this series and just how much she is in control or believes she is in control of what is happening. Wanda addresses Vision's worries when he grows suspicious of the neighbors' strange behavior. Their kids begin to grow up quicker than usual, SWORD tries to enter the force field again which all leads to a massive surprise appearance at the end of the episode. Wan...

Feb 06, 20212 hr

WandaVision Surprise Cameo Teased, Ryan Coogler Expands Black Panther Universe, Jon M. Chu is Wicked

On this episode of The Geek Buddies, hosts John Rocha, Shannon McClung and Michael Vogel discuss Elizabeth Olsen's and Jac Schaeffer's comments that Mandalorian Season 2 finale surprise is coming in the final 5 episodes of WandaVision. They also discuss the news that Ryan Coogler will be working on a Black Panther TV show for Disney+, director Jon M. Chu leaving the Willow series to step in as the director for Wicked, the new trailers for Coming 2 America and The Nevers and more! Remember to Lik...

Feb 03, 20211 hr 7 min
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